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By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — The town’s 2015-16 budget is set to increase 3.2 percent over current spending, after the Town Council voted 5-2 to approve its $113.5 million plan Tuesday night. That comes at a tax rate of Volume 55, No. 17
35.80 mills, or a property tax increase of approximately $160 for the average homeowner, effective July 1. The vote was made along party lines, as the two Republicans present rejected the final proposal, citing displeasure with such an increase. The contingent initially proposed over $1 million in cuts to Town Manager John Salomone’s budget, but after much deliberating both groups only agreed upon $92,000 in cuts. See TAX, Page 9
Ian Rothauser, 10, as Cat in the Hat in NCTC’s “Seussical Jr.”
Local boy on his way to stardom By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — Tenyear-old Ian Rothauser will take the stage at Hartford’s Bushnell Performing Arts Center this week. The young Newington native is excited for his upcoming role as Tom of Warwick in the
national tour of “Camelot” April 21 to 26. He was one of two Connecticut boys chosen for the part by the four-time, Tony Award-winning show’s casting director. “I love acting,” Ian said. “I like the idea of doing something I love and sharing joy with someone else by doing that.”
Of playing Tom in the upcoming show, Ian said, “He’s a real dreamer. He tries his hardest and is very optimistic.” That sounds a lot like Ian, who was first introduced to acting when he was just 7 years old. He and his older brother, Andrew, both tried out for See NEWINGTON, Page 6
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Kohl’s campaign reminds riders and drivers to share the road
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WEST HARTFORD — Connecticut Children’s Injury Prevention Center, Bike Walk Connecticut and the Connecticut Department of Transportation are joining forces as part of the Kohl’s Road Safety Campaign to remind everyone about the importance of sharing the road. As part of this ongoing initiative, a public awareness campaign, made possible through a $227,984 grant from Kohl’s Cares to Connecticut Children’s Medical
Center, will launch in early May. The objective is to remind everyone — whether a motorist, cyclist or pedestrian — that there are rules that need to be followed to keep everyone on the road safe. ∎ Drivers need to give cyclists at least 3 feet when passing them. ∎Cyclists need to follow the same rules of the road as drivers and ride a bike like driving a car. That means riding on the right, stopping at stop signs and traffic lights and signaling your turns. Riding on the sidewalk is
often illegal because it can jeopardize pedestrians. ∎ Drivers must stop for pedestrians in and at every crosswalk. ∎Pedestrians should not walk or run distracted. Look both ways before crossing a street. As a general rule, walk and run against traffic. If there’s a sidewalk, walk or run on it instead of in the road. ∎ As of Oct. 1, 2014, reckless drivers are subject to a mandatory fine if they injure or kill “vulnerable users” who are using reasonable care.
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Students from seven schools in Newington were recognized for the March Superintendent’s Outstanding Student Awards. Students awarded were James Balducci, Shihao Zhai, Dante Mirabello, Cooper Nguyen, Riley Sullivan, Matthew Wozniak and Kyle Pac.
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Penny Wars raises thousands for diabetes, cancer research By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — What began as a small school fundraiser in early April bloomed into an intense competition and, ultimately, an impressive show of generosity. When the student council at John Paterson Elementary School decided to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation ( JDRF) and St. Jude Children’s Hospital, they never expected the school community to react the way it did. In only one week, a total of $3,751.59 was collected. “At the time, we were hoping to maybe raise $500 and give $250 to each cause, but we never expected this,” said Denise MacDonald, a reading teacher and one of two student council advisors. “By day two we were already overwhelmed by the generosity,” co-advisor Kathy Griswold added. Teachers imagined the school’s first-ever Penny Wars would foster healthy competition and compassion for those suffering from illness. Since two Paterson students have type 1 diabetes, the JDRF was the council’s main choice when voting on beneficiaries. A cause they determined to be equally as important was St. Jude Children’s Hospital, an international leader in research and treatment of childhood cancer. Each morning for one week, students were encouraged to put bills and silver coins in their own grade’s bucket in the school’s lobby. Pennies were to be put in the buckets of the grade they wanted
Students at John Paterson School count up change in their first-ever Penny Wars.
to beat, to subtract from its daily point totals. Volunteers counted money during their recess periods, and students brought home daily tallies to show their parents. The winning grade would receive a popcorn and movie party sometime after April vacation. Some students brought in their own wallets or gave up their birthday money. Others begged their parents to help. “Some people were more for helping children, and others were more for the popcorn and a movie,” fourth-grader Stephanie
Lu said. For Stephanie, who is on the student council, cancer hits close to home. “My mom had cancer removed and so did my grandma,” she said. “I wanted to help other children so when they grow up they don’t have cancer and die.” Second-grader Gabriela Wierzibicki, 8, was also one of those who helped from the heart. When she presented a $100 bill one of the days, school staff thought it best to call home to make certain her parents agreed to
Fourth-grader Alyssa Ganem, left, and student council treasurer Paddy Brown count change at the John Patterson School Penny Wars.
such a generous donation. Her mother confirmed that their family was indeed making the contribution. “My mom’s friend’s daughter got sick and that’s why,” Gabriela said. “It cost a lot of money for her medicine and they didn’t have a lot of money. I feel happy because I helped the little girl who was sick.” That Friday, the final totals were counted and the fourth grade came out on top — just $1.50 ahead of third grade.
Principal Michael Gaydos decided that was too close to call a single winner, so he donated the last change and made it even. Now both grades will enjoy a movie and popcorn sometime in early May. But as the flier that went home to parents read, “St. Jude’s and JDRF will be the ultimate winners!” Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 801-5097, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.
Parenting course to offer tips on staying connected with teenagers SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER
Staying Connected With Your Teenager, a four-session parenting course sponsored by the Newington Human Services, will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 13, 20 and 27 in Newington Town Hall, Conference Room No. 5, near the
Human Services Department. Join other parents to learn how to eliminate power struggle with your children; put into practice more effective discipline that really works; acquire new ways to more effectively communicate with your children; build and/or strengthen family bonds; devel-
op and promote your teenagers inner strength and pride and gain confidence in your parenting skills and strategies. The session is facilitated by Valerie Dripchak, who will lead parents in a video/discussion format that focuses on proven and concrete parenting
skills. Dripchak is a professor at Southern Connecticut State University and has vast clinical experience working with children, teenagers and families. Cost is $45 per person or $65 per couple. Educational materials are included in fee. Partial scholarships may be available for
those meeting income eligibility guidelines. Refreshments will be provided. Enrollment is limited. Register by submitting a cash or check payment “Newington Human Services” by Wednesday, April 29. For additional information, call Human Services at (860) 665-8590.
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Museum bringing history to life at Memorial Day event SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER
WETHERSFIELD — Memorial Day weekend begins with a bang at the WebbDeane-Stevens Museum Revolutionary War Encampment. This year, the encampment offers even more British Redcoats for a “surprise” attack, the addition of several crafters, and the Big Bear Trading Company with reproduction of 18 and 19th-century wares for soldiers and civilians alike. The fun begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, at 211 Main St., following the Wethersfield Memorial Day parade, and lasts until 4 p.m. Admission to the encampment is free; regular admission rates will be charged for optional tours of the museum. At the museum’s Revolutionary War Encampment, visitors can interact closely with the 5th Connecticut Regiment in full colonial dress, and enjoy entertaining demonstrations of 18th-century medicine, horsemanship, open-fire cookery, marching, musket firing and music. Shortly after the regiment partakes in its midday meal, children are invited to learn to march and perform drills with wooden muskets. The encampment also includes members of the 54th Regiment of Foot, a dashing band of British Redcoats whose safety is uncertain once they commence their attack on the Continental soldiers at 1 p.m.
At 2 p.m., 18th-century horseman David Loda demonstrates his dynamic sword and pistol skills on horseback. He makes a dashing figure in full Continental uniform and tricorne hat, astride his gleaming Morgan horse, Huckleberry. Visitors easily grasp the level of discomfort their forbears may have felt when faced with a charging, sword-wielding horseman, as Loda slices through a soldier portrayed by a melon perched atop a post. The encampment is underwritten, in part, by a grant from the Society of the Cincinnati in the state of Connecticut. Crafters for 2015
∎ Uniquities — Useful and whimsical household and decorative items, created by husband-and-wife team David and Sondra Blanzaco, of Wethersfield, including artisan-made cutting boards and earring holders, one-of-a-kind vintage button bouquets, microwavable herbal pillows, jewelry travel pouches, eclectic jewelry and more. ∎ The rare and centuries-old art of elegant, handcrafted paper silhouettes by Elizabeth O’Brien, of Manchester. ∎ Colorful handmade yarn, scarves, mittens and more, created through the age-old The Memorial Day weekend celebration at Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum includes a demontraditions of hand spinning, felting, knit- stration by 18th-century horseman David Loda. ting and dyeing of wool by Linda Pagliuco, of Coventry.
Professionals come together
Marilda Gandara, attorney and retired Aetna Foundation president, spoke at the April 14 Town & County Club Business and Professional Women’s Breakfast. A native of Cuba, Gandara escaped from there as a child during a time of political upheaval. The breakfast, chaired by club member Dr. Jeane Best, was held in the newly-renovated ballroom, available for weddings, banquets and events. From left, Robin Johnson of Wethersfield, Marilda Gandara of Hartford and event chair Jeane Best of Avon.
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Newington boy lands role in national tour of ‘Camelot’
always been extremely impressed Newington Children Theatre with his talent and his level of Company’s performance class professionalism at such a young in 2012 to join the cast of “A age.” Kidsummer Night’s Dream.” Renee Lavoie, Ian’s mother, Afterwards, Ian decided the stage credits NCTC with helping to was the place for him. cultivate the performer in her son. Since then, he has been in “Claire discovered the passion eight different shows at NCTC. in him and helped to nurture it,” He played the Duke in Disney’s Lavoie said. “He works very hard, “Cinderella,” Flounder in Disney’s and I think he has a God-given “The Little talent.” Mermaid Van Cott Jr.,” Aladdin designed in Disney’s NCTC to be “A l a d d i n an environKids,” Tweedle ment where Dee in “Alice children can in Wonderland explore and Jr.,” Gavroche expand their RENEE LAVOIE in “L es imaginations. Ian Rothauser’s mother Miserables,” “Kids learn the Cat in the how to take Hat in “Seussical Jr.” and most positive risks and conquer fears, recently Templeton in “Charlotte’s building confidence and self-esWeb.” teem, while collaboratively He is now preparing to take on working to reach a common goal,” the role of Agwe, God of Water, she explained. “These are lessons in “Once on This Island Jr.” in applicable to many aspects of life, May. not just being on stage.” “Ian has always been prepared Ian hopes to continue acting Ian Rothauser, 10, as Gavroche in “Les Miserables” at NCTC. and ready for a challenge,” said through high school and to, someClaire Van Cott, executive/artistic day, be on television. His favorite director at NCTC. “He is not show is “Doctor Who.” afraid to make mistakes and to try His advice to other young stardifferent ways of playing a scene.” lets? Van Cott was thrilled when “You just gotta really practice. she found out Ian was cast in Be confident. If you mess up, the “Camelot.” audience is not going to know In addition to acting, he is also because they haven’t memorized a Cub Scout in Troop 347, likes the script.” to read and play capture the flag. “Camelot” show times featuring “Even though he is involved in Ian are Tuesday, April 21, at 7:30 other activities, he is always com- p.m.; Thursday, April 23, at 7:30 mitted and dedicated to give his p.m.; Saturday, April 25, at 8 p.m.; very best,” Van Cott said. “I have and Sunday, April 26, at 1 p.m. Continued from Page 1
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To the Editor: I was distressed to read a letter in last week’s Newington Town Crier bemoaning what the writer described as our Town’s “forced participation” in the state of Connecticut’s Open Choice program; what he called the “over $2 million that were taken out of our school budget to pay for the education of Hartford students in the last two years;” and the implication throughout the letter that Open Choice is a principal “drain on our school budget.” First of all, I do not believe that it is true that Newington’s acceptance of minority students from Hartford is “forced” or “state-mandated,” just as I don’t believe that families in Newington who enroll their children in Hartford or CREC Magnet Schools are forced to do so. Everything I know about this program indicates that enrollments are offered by our district — as they are by all districts that participate in the program — on a voluntary basis. Secondly, I find it hard to believe that the cost to Newington of accepting students from Hartford has been $2 million over the last two years. The fixed-cost part of the per-pupil expense calculation, combined with years of steadily declining enrollment, make it unlikely that each additional student brings with him or her the full burden of expenses that seems to be the basis of this
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Newington Rotary planning tag sale to benefit charities SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER
NEWINGTON — The Newington Rotary is making plans to host a tag sale to be held on Saturday, June 6, in the front parking lot at Newington High School. The fundraising event will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will benefit many of the charity programs the club supports. Residents from Newington and nearby towns who have items they want to sell can enlist as vendors and rent space at the tag sale. The parking lot, which faces Willard Avenue, can accommodate up to 100 spaces measuring 10 feet by 10 feet. The cost is $20 per parking space or $35 for two. Rotary will provide continuous advertising prior to the event. “This is a great way to get rid of any unwanted items following spring cleaning in your household,” said Rotary member Melanie Tregoning, who serves
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as a chairman of the event along with husband, Ron. “Like they say, something you consider worthless may be considered valuable by someone else.” Rotary members will operate a food concession offering hot dogs, snacks and drinks. In addition, Rotarians will operate a bake sale and a free lemonade stand. “Although cups of lemonade will be free, donations will be accepted to benefit the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation,” said Ron Tregoning, indicating that ALSF is one of Newington Rotary’s major fundraising projects. “In the past three years, our fundraising efforts have raised a total of $50,000 for the foundation.” He explained that the foundation was established in honor of the late Alexandra “Alex” Scott, a young child diagnosed with neuroblastoma cancer who, at the age of 4, single-handedly spearheaded a fundraising concept that went on to become nationally recog-
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Councilor Maureen Klett, the council’s third GOP member, was absent Tuesday. The town’s charter dictates that five positive votes pass the budget and all five Democrats were in support. “We’re not pleased with the 3 percent and where some monies are going in this budget,” Councilor Dave Nagel said, speaking on behalf of himself, Klett and Beth DelBuono. “We need to look at what we can do to streamline the budget next year.” “I think it’s remarkable that just a few years ago 3 percent was the standard we tried to get to; it’s just not sustainable for us anymore,” DelBuono said. Both councilors acknowledged that along with the Democrats, they had openly discussed each other’s recommendations in a bipartisan way. “I appreciate the work we did together; we do the best we can,” DelBuono said. Councilors also spent the last few weeks negotiating with the Board of Education, which received $69.8 million of the
town’s total appropriations. That’s a 2.7 percent increase over last year, but does not include the $638,000 in school capital improvement projects the council agreed to fund after much public outcry. In March, school administrators notified teachers that layoffs could be a possibility after the town manager cut their request significantly. However, since councilors appropriated more money to cover the costs of various school improvements, that is no longer a threat. “I like to think we have mutual respect for one another,” Board of Education Chairman Dr. Marc Finkelstein said of he and Mayor Stephen Woods. “We were able to come up with the numbers. While not satisfactory to everyone, we are able to move forward.” In the future, he said, they should look into additional areas to merge programs and staffing and assimilate costs. Currently, the town’s AFSCME clerical staff are shared with the schools. Town and school facilities are
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also shared, and the town maintains school grounds. “We do integrate services with the town, but we’re going to explore more going forward,” said Finkelstein. He also pointed out that fam-
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NEWINGTON — Women teachers in Newington are inviting the public to come out and enjoy a night of card playing to benefit a local student. The town’s chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa (ADK) will host its 34th Annual Military Whist next Wednesday, April 29, at Newington High School. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit the club’s Margaret Clark Scholarship, awarded annually to a female student pursuing teaching. “It’s a really fun night and it’s for a really good cause,” Jess Morin, ADK publicity coordinator, said. Military Whist is a card game similar to bridge. Participants play in groups of four, rotating tables until there are only two teams remaining. “You don’t have to know how to play before you come; they’ll explain it,” said Morin, who teaches eighth grade science at John Wallace Middle School. ADK is an international honorary organization of women educators dedicated to educational excellence, altruism and world understanding. Newington’s chapter was the first to form in the state, back in 1955. The group now has a little over 30 members, both current and retired teachers. They meet monthly to organize char-
ity outreach projects in the local community and world beyond. “We do something new every year but then we also have our traditions, like the whist,” Morin said. “We want to encourage people to come out and help support us or make a donation if they can’t come.” Morin said her favorite part of the evening is seeing former students who come out to support the cause. There will be door prizes and a raffle, and both the winning and losing tables will receive gifts. Club members are seeking prize donations and monetary contributions to benefit the scholarship fund. Donations can be dropped off at John Wallace Middle School, 71 Halleran Drive, Newington. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the game will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6 at the door. For more information, email Jess Morin at jmorin@npsct.org.
IF YOU GO What: Alpha Delta Kappa’s Military Whist Where: Newington High School, 605 Willard Ave. When: Wednesday, April 29, at 6 p.m. Cost: Tickets are $6 at the door.
The Newington Historical Society’s popular Victorian Tea event was held recently at the Kellogg-Eddy House and Museum on Willard Avenue. The beautiful, sunny weather added to the delightfulness of the event, which included tea sandwiches, homemade breads, Victorian-era desserts and tours of the museum.
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Newington picks up win at Rockville By BRAD CARROLL STAFF WRITER
ROCKVILLE — Newington’s Ben Maycock homered to tie the game in the bottom of the fifth inning and Cooper Johnson hit a bunt single with two outs to score Lenny Ogando from second base and the Indians held on for an exciting, 3-2 win over Rockville on April 21. The game was played in Rockville, but was considered a Newington home game. Pat Donahue went the distance for the Indians, allowing two runs on six hits, improving to 2-0 on the mound. Nick Casasanta had a double in the game. Newington moved to 2-2 overall for the season. GIRLS GOLF
Berlin 180, Middletown 268: Julia Kemmling and Abbie Underwood shared medalist honors for the Redcoats, both shooting a 44 at Timberlin, in the first golf match of the season for both schools. Ashley D’Attilio wasn’t far behind her teammates with a 45, and neither was Emma Atkinson, who shot a 47 for the Redcoats. Berlin is 1-0, while Middletown starts 0-1. GIRLS TRACK
Berlin 76, Bristol Central 70: Taylor Lupini won the 300 hurdles, long jump and triple jump and Michelle Grieco won 1,600 and 3,200 to pace the Redcoats to a huge victory over powerhouse Bristol Central Tuesday. Berlin also swept all three relays. The Redcoats are 1-1 on the season. Northwest Catholic 86, New Britain 49: Joanna Tobiasz won the 100 hurdles, 300 hurdles, long jump and was part of the winning 4x100 relay team with Ahriyan Brown, Nadia Dowou and Kamaria Miller for
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BASEBALL Newington 3, Rockville 2 At Rockville (Newington home game) Rockville 200 000 0 — 2 6 3 Newington 000 120 x — 3 6 0 W-Pat Donahue (2-0). L-Shane Bogli (1-1). 2B: Nick Casasanta (N). HR: Ben Maycock (N). Records: Newington 2-2, Rockville 1-4
GIRLS GOLF Berlin 180, Middletown 268 At Timberlin (par 36) Medalist: Julia Kemmling (B), Abbie Underwood (B) 44 BERLIN: Ashley D’Attilio 45, Emma Atkinson 47. MIDDLETOWN: Ashley Polson 58, Taylor Windzer 65, Jade Steinback 66, Sophia Ventrelli 79. Records: Berlin 1-0, Middletown 0-1
BOYS GOLF Wethersfield 169. South Windsor 180 Wethersfield Country Club (par 37) Medalist: Vincent Barone (W) 40 WETHERSFIELD: Chris Ayers 41, Patrick Murphy 43, Domingo Rodriguez 45 SOUTH WINDSOR: Jack Buccigross 41, Peter Romel 46, Kevin Smith 46, Pat Lawson 47 Simsbury 152, New Britain 217 At Simsbury Farms (par 36) Medalist: Nick Knisel (S) 36 NEW BRITAIN: Kevin Merkle 49, Karell Largent 54, Pat Adamczyk 54, aZack Marsh 60. Records: New Britain 0-1, Simsbury 1-0
BOYS TENNIS Prince Tech 6, Goodwin Tech 1 At Prince Tech SINGLES: 1. Eroz Mesias (P) def. Nico Bancalari 8-2. 2. Armando Roman (P) def. Chris Heredia 8-4. 3. Derrick Gwynn (P) def. Jovan Febo 8-2. 4. Medhin Muratovic (P) def Devon White 8-0. Jordan Davis (P) def. Rebecca Swinton-Mattox 8-1. DOUBLES: 1. Bancalari and Heredia def. Mesias and Gwynn 8-6. 2. Roman and Muratovic def. Febo and White 8-5. Records: Goodwin Tech 0-3
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New Britain 96, Northwest Catholic 45: New Britain won all Southington 7, Maloney 0 At Southington three relay events to improve to SINGLES: 1. Angela Balaoing (S) def. Dom Carnot 6-1, 7-6. 2. Caty Wormer (S) def. Kat Longworth 6-3, 6-4. 2-0 this season. 3. Natalia Gimenez (S) def. Skyler O’Derry 6-0, 6-3. 4. Abby Roy (S) def. Diana Nunez 6-1, 6-1. Newington 73, Hall 71: The DOUBLES: 1. Cassidy Race and Rianna Susco (S) Indians placed 1-3 in all throwing def. Reanna Garcia and Olivia LeFort 6-2, 6-1. 2. Sam Lohneiss and Kayla Kavanagh (S) def. Julie Chenerd events. The also placed 1 and 2 in and Nat LaFort 6-0, 6-1. 3. Julie Falk and Olivia Ende (S) def. Brianna Gratta and Leah Laurenza 6-1, 6-0. the pole vault. Records: Southington 3-0, Maloney 2-3 Plainville 108, Platt 42: The the Hurricanes Tuesday. Brown Blue Devils won all three relays also won the 200 meter race and and Brendan West won the discus Alaysiah Pereira took first in the and javelin. javelin for the Hurricanes. BOYS TENNIS Platt 73, Plainville 68: Melissa Lux won the 800 meters, Taylor Prince Tech 6, Goodwin Tech Lapira took first in the 1,600, Somer Abdelsame won the 3,200 1: Nico Bancalari and Chris and Meagan Cameron took first Heredia teamed up to defeat place in the long jump, but the Eroz Mesias and Derrick Gwynn Blue Devils lost in heartbreaking in first doubles to give Goodwin fashion, by five points to Platt Tech its lone victory of the afternoon on the road. The Gladiators Tuesday afternoon at home. fell to 0-3 with the loss. GIRLS TENNIS
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Southington 7, Maloney 0: Angela Balaoing, Caty Wormer, Natalia Gimenez and Abby Roy all won in straight sets in singles matches for the Blue Knights, which improved to a perfect 3-0 this season. Cassidy Race and Rianna Susco won in first doubles, Sam Lohneiss and Kayla Kavanagh won in second doubles and Julie Falk and Olivia Ende earned a victory in third doubles for Southington. BOYS GOLF
Wethersfield 169, South Windsor 180: Vincent Barone shot a 40 to gain medalist honors in the Eagles’ victory Tuesday afternoon at the Wethersfield Country Club. Chris Ayers shot
a 41, Patrick Murphy had a 43 and Domingo Rodriguez shot a 45 to round out the Wethersfield scorers. Simsbury 152, New Britain 217: Kevin Merkle shot a 49, Karell Largent and Pat Adamczyk both shot 54 and Zack Marsh had a 60 in the opening match for the Hurricanes Tuesday at Simsbury Farms. Nick Knisel was the medalist from Simsbury with a par 36. GIRLS LACROSSE
South Windsor 10, Newington 2: McKenna Gernander and Alexandra Houldcroft both scored goals and Diana Lenares made 14 saves in goal for the Indians Tuesday at home. Newington fell to 0-2-1 with the loss.
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NEWINGTON EVENTS SENIOR AND DISABLED CENTER NEEDS COMMUNITY’S EXPERTISE: The Newington Senior and Disabled Center is seeking National Accreditation for the third time. The center, located at 120 Cedar St., was the first in Connecticut to achieve this distinction from the National Council on Aging’s National Institute of Senior Centers (NCOA-NISC). The first step toward accreditation is to engage in a self-assessment process with a broad
evaluation of operations and strategic planning. The center is seeking community members with expertise, experience or passion in the listed areas to assist in the evaluation. The time commitment is approximately eight to 10 hours over the course of three months. The areas are governance, volunteer management, program development (enrichment, adult education, wellness, intergenerational, active living etc.), fiscal management,
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GETTING UNSTUCK: Wednesday, April 29, 7 p.m. Stuck in a rut in your personal life or job? Not sure how to get unstuck? Let’s get the ball rolling together. Deb Roe of My Very Own Librarian LLC will show you with fun activities. Discover how the brain works and what’s holding you back. Uncover your strengths and passions. Learn how to set goals and create an action plan to achieve the life you want. This class will help you on your way toward living a life of joy and passion. Registration required. Sponsored
by the Friends of the Library.
Sunday, May 3, it will run from noon to 3 p.m. Buy a Friends’ green bag for $6 and fill it. Refills are $5. Cash, check and credit card accepted as payment. 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. DVDs and music CDs will only be sold on Friday and Saturday.
tween 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. For your convenience, members of the Social Services Staff will be at the following complexes to take applications: First Church Village, May 12, 8 a.m. to noon; Wethersfield Housing Authority, June 2, 8 a.m. to noon; Harvey Fuller Apartments, June 23, 9 a.m. to noon; Executive Square, June 30, July 21, July 28 — each date, 9 a.m. to noon; Lasher Court Apartments, Aug. 18, 9 a.m. to noon; Nathan Hale Apart-
ments, Aug. 25, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)
es and groups and the selling of paintings. Wright enjoys collaborating with different artists and creative minds. His fellow collaborators include RonZel Hendrix, Dwayne Martin, and GANTE. The library is located at 515 Silas Deane Hwy. For information and directions to the Library, visit www.
wethersfieldlibrary.org or call (860) 257-2821. SECOND SATURDAY CINEMA: Second Saturday Cinema at Wethersfield Library meets May 9 for a 1:30 p.m. showing of Howard Hawks’ 1940 film, “His Girl Friday” starring Rosalind
Russell and Cary Grant. A newspaper editor uses every trick in the book to keep his ace reporter ex-wife from remarrying. 92 minutes. Second Saturday Cinema is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. For information, call the Library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the library.
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 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) 721-2979. Donations are generously accepted for this service.
architecture and/or interior design and transportation. Call Dianne Stone at (860) 665-8768 for more information. K OF C BENEFIT BREAKFAST: On April 26 the Church of The Holy Spirit and the Newington Knights of Columbus Council 3884 will sponsor a breakfast to raise funds for Braeden Riccini, grandson of parishioners Robert and Donna Riccini. Five-year-old Braeden has Trisomy 18, a birth defect with
BIG K GIANT FLEA MARKET/CRAFT FAIR: The Kiwanis Club’s Big K Flea market will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday from April 26 through June 28 at 39 E. Cedar St. Admission is $1. Free parking. Kids, free. Up to 70 vendors. Charge for vendor space is $15. For more information, call (860) 839-1597 or (860) 594-4495.
NEWINGTON LIBRARY For Adults and Teens (Unless noted in the program description, registration is required for all teen programs at the Adult Information Desk or by calling (860) 665-8700.) NEWINGTON LIBRARY 5K CHALLENGE: This year marks the 19th running of the library’s annual road race which is scheduled for May 17. Applications are available at the library and on the library’s webpage.
ARTIST’S WORK ON DISPLAY AT LIBRARY: Throughout the month of April, local artist Vanda Koceva will display her paintings at the Lucy Robbins Welles Library. The exhibit may be viewed during regular library hours when the Community Room is not being used for a regular 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. Viewers are invited to call in advance to ensure the room is available for viewing. (860) 665-8700. Admission is free.
PINTEREST 101: Thursday, April 30, 7 to 8 p.m. Unlock the power of Pinterest! 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 1, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Admission to the preview is $5. On Saturday, May 2, the sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is free. On
WETHERSFIELD EVENTS WETHERSFIELD SETBACK CLUB: Spring has finally sprung. Get out of the house and join us for a friendly game of setback. The Wethersfield Setback Club meets every Friday at Pitkin Community Center on Greenfield Street. New players age 55 and over are always welcome. Partners are not required, but a spirit for fun is mandatory. Setback games begin at noon, but come earlier to enjoy free refreshments. For additional
information, contact Joe Mehan at (860) 258-0662. ELDERLY & TOTALLY DISABLED RENTERS’ REBATE PROGRAM: The application period for the Elderly & Totally Disabled Renters’ Rebate Program will continues through Oct. 1. To arrange for an appointment in our offices, call Wethersfield Social & Youth Services Department at (860) 721-2977 Monday through Friday be-
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: Family Movie Night is scheduled for Friday, April 24 at CenterPoint Community Church, 840 Silas Deane Hwy. Join us as we watch “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb.” Security guard Larry Daley plunges into an adventure that transports him to a London museum, where he’s surrounded by a new set
of artifacts — including the remains of an Egyptian pharaoh who’s resurrected by a magic tablet. This movie is rated PG, so bring the whole family. Admission is free and the public is welcome to attend. Coffee and tea will be served prior to the 7 p.m. show time. Consider inviting a friend and bringing a dessert to share. For more information, contact Pastor Chris Skowronek at (860) 571-8415.
WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY For Adults and Teens APRIL ART EXHIBIT AT WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY: The art work of self-taught artist Corey Wright is on display at the library during the month of April. Inspired heavily by comic books, he was introduced to art by drawing his
favorite super heroes and cartoon characters as a child. Wright is interested in a variety of media and visual art techniques and prefers to use acrylic paint, Prismacolor pencils and Corel Painter. His commissioned work includes printmaking on clothing, designing logos for small business-
ROCKY HILL EVENTS YOGA IS OFFERED AT WICKED Z DANCE & FITNESS: Wicked Z Dance & Fitness Studio, 412 Cromwell Ave., Rocky Hill, offers yoga classes. Michelle Lombardo, owner and licensed Zumba® Fitness instructor and AFAA certified group fitness instructor, is celebrating four years at the Rocky Hill location. 500 students pass through the doors on a weekly basis to enjoy the nearly 20 hourly classes that are offered for
only a $7 drop in fee. To round out her students’ fitness program, yoga is offered two times per week by certified yoga instructors, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. and Saturdays at 8:15 a.m. The yoga classes are for all body types and all skill levels and focus on increasing strength, balance, flexibility, circulation and mental focus. For monthly-pass information and class schedule, visit www.wickedzfitness.com.
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Humane Society aims to celebrate 134 years with 134 adoptions
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The Connecticut Humane Society is celebrating 134 years of service to the pets and people of Connecticut. From April 25 through May 1, all pets over 1 year old will be available at a 50 percent discount off the regular adoption fee. Cats and dogs under 1 year old are excluded from the promotion. The adoptions will take place at all Connecticut Humane Society locations: 701 Russell Road, Newington, CT 06111; 169 Old Colchester Road, Quaker Hill, CT 06375 and 455 Post Road East, Westport, CT 06880. Visit the Connecticut Humane Society
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