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Newington H.S. students take part in career workshop By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

Before students in Newington turn 16 they are already writing resumes and preparing to go on job interviews. Sophomores at Newington High School are just finishing up their third week of a career workshop led by the school’s counseling office. The first workshop week was spent going over college majors and career possibilities. The secVolume 54, No. 21

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ond week students drafted the very first resumes they might give to their first potential employers, and this week they tackled the job interview. Counselor Mark Danaher demonstrated what not to do at an interview on Tuesday, in one of the classrooms where students met for the workshop during their study hall period. When the bell rang at 1:37 p.m. sharp for period eight, he wasn’t in classroom 316 — where he was supposed to be — quite yet. He arrived tardily around 1:45 with a baseball cap on backwards, his shirt untucked and draped in a wrinkled sweatshirt. In essence, his attitude said, “I don’t have a See CAREER, Page 11

A group of environmentally conscious Newington residents who collected hundreds of pounds of trash recently from Cedar Mountain and parks in town.

Mountain yields a lot less trash By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

Cedar Mountain is less trashy than it has been in past years, if a recent community cleanup is any evidence. An entire truckload of garbage and other junk came off the mountain around this time

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Children’s Theatre auditioning for ‘Les Miserables’

The Newington Children’s Theatre Company (NCTC) is holding auditions for college and high school-age actors for its summer production of “Les Miserables” June 1 and 2, by appointment. Callbacks (if needed) will be June 2, time to be determined. Rehearsals are June 4-July 10, Monday through Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m., and some Saturdays, time to be determined. In 19th century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating

a life-long struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who refuses to believe Valjean can change his ways. Finally, during the Paris student uprising of 1832, Javert must confront his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves that of the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean’s adopted daughter. His world-view shattered, Javert commits suicide, and Valjean at last attains the peace he has sought for so long. Interested in auditioning? Please prepare one song from the show. Be prepared to sing additional songs from the show.

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Also looking to cast two girls, ages 7-12, for Young Eponine and Little Cosette and one boy, ages 7-12, for Gavrouche. Call (860) 666-NCTC (6282) to schedule your audition. More information available online at www.NCTCArts.org. NCTC’s Summer Theatre Arts Program Date Changes: Note that the Newington Children’s Theatre Company has adjusted the dates for their Summer Theatre Arts Programs. The Wizard of Oz: Ages 8-15June 30-July 27 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. No program July 4). Ages 5-8: July 14-July 27 (Monday-Friday; Session one: 9 a.m.-noon or Session two: 1-4

p.m.). For Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids: Ages 8-15-July 28-Aug. 10 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.). Ages 5-8: Aug. 4-10 (Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.noon). NCTC’s Summer Theatre Arts Programs give participants the opportunity to learn and strengthen their musical theatre skills by working with professional acting, dance and music instructors. All programs culminate in fully-produced public productions. NCTC creates a safe, engaging environment for kids to explore and expand their imaginations. Kids will learn how to take

positive risks and conquer fears, while building confidence and self-esteem, collaboratively working to reach a common goal. Space is limited. Registration is required. All participants enrolled will be cast in the show. Before and after care is available daily. Sibling discounts are available. All programs, rehearsals and performances will take place at the NCTC Performing Arts Theatre located at 743 North Mountain Road in Newington. Registration forms are available online at www.NCTCArts. org or at the theatre. For more information, please call (860) 666-NCTC.

NEWINGTON POLICE BLOTTER Newington police report the following: Yaritza Garrido-Estrada, 21, of 714 Ellis St., was charged with failure to obey stop sign. Peter Cerruti, 72, of 40 Franklin St., Lee, Mass., was charged April 30 with making an improper turn, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Darius Wiacek, 40, of 40 Peachtree Lane, Berlin, was charged May 4 with third-degree criminal trespassing. Delano Falloon, 31, of 64 Santoro St., Waterbury, was charged May 11 with second-degree failure to appear.

Kayla Colon, 23, of 28 Huntington St., Hartford, was charged May 11 with operating an unregistered motor vehicle. Anthony Dandonoli, 44, of 7 Veronica Court, Coventry, R.I., was charged May 13 with possession of narcotics, driving under the influence and failure to maintain proper lane. Scott Dubreuil, 53, of 75 Main St., Hartford, was charged May 13 with two counts second-degree failure to appear. Michael Vaina, 22, of 33 S. Whiting St., New Britain, was charged May 14 with driving under the influence, evading, and

failure to maintain lane. Jose Rivera, 49, of 30 Dorothy St., Hartford, was charged May 14 with sixth-degree larceny. Carlos Taverner, 23, of 42 Gianna Lane, Berlin, was charged May 15 with disorderly conduct. Deborah Lockery, 63, of 167 S. Colony Road, Wallingford, was charged May 18 with second-degree threatening. Robert Rubino, 42, of 109 Flagler St., was charged May 18 with second-degree threatening. Joseph Maddalena, 22, of 93 Rosewood Drive, was charged May 18 with second-degree unlawful restraint and breach of peace.

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Areas around the Berlin Turnpike were ridden with litter, according to Fox. “Sometimes people that shop on the turnpike don’t live in Newington, they don’t have the pride that we do and they’ll get a little sloppy,” he says. The group also visited the 10 or so parks that dot neighborhoods around Newington. Starr Park, a small park on Brook Street with a baseball field and a basketball court, was found to be the most trashed. In fact, an entire station wagon filled with trash bags left there. “We have a lot of neighbor-

hood parks in Newington; we’re very lucky,” said Fox, who is hoping a group will join him once a month this summer to continue trash collection at the highest-traffic parks. “We’d like to keep it going all year long, so people can constantly be aware of their environment and keeping Newington litter-free,” he explained. He will also be addressing the Board of Education at their meeting next week about garnering students in the efforts. The town’s highway and sanitation department disposed of all the trash collected throughout the day except for

the waste on Cedar Mountain, which a representative from the Metropolitan District Commission picked up. Aside from the typical plastic bags, beverage containers and food waste — a lot of broken and unused furniture was found this year. The town of Newington offers an oversize pickup for such items every Thursday. To schedule a pickup, call the Sanitation Department by 3:30 p.m. the Tuesday before at (860) 6675874. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.

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Busway housing fears unfounded

To the Editor: Recently Carol Anest has come out strongly against building affordable housing along the busway. She seems nervous that the new busway will bring lower property values, burden schools, and see crime increase. One only has to look at Cleveland, Seattle and Portland to see that her fears are unfounded. In each of those communities we have seen great growth, private investment, and an attractive environment for young people looking for jobs, affordable living, and fun stuff to do. Rather than wring our hands over terms like “affordable housing,” let’s have detailed discussions about the possibilities of a better future for Newington. Carol Anest has been selected by

the Democrat Town Committee as the person to replace the retiring Sandy Nafis as our next state representative. Rather than fear-mongering, Mrs. Anest needs to request details about the possibilities of creative development along the busway. She could then look at the successes in other busway communities throughout the United States and see if Newington and Greater Hartford could do something similar. Smart growth, green technologies, efficient mass transit, and vibrant, affordable communities, all seem like things we should welcome and learn more about for the good, old Newington we all love. Mitch Page Newington

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Dog owner ruins autistic boy’s love of Churchill Park To the Editor: Churchill Park in Newington has a wonderful nature trail which has been enjoyed regularly by my autistic son. It has provided beauty, safety and exercise. Unfortunately, due to the actions of one man, it is no longer the sanctuary it has always been for us. On Monday, May 12, two unleashed dogs, a black and a yellow lab, came running up to us. My 8-year-old is terrified of dogs. Then I saw a 30-year-old man jogging on the opposite fork of the trail. I called to him to come and hold his dogs. He responded, “They’re fine, they’re friendly” and ran on without stopping a second.

The dogs had knocked my son down and his shoe was off his foot. Then, the dogs ran after their master. I took my son to another part of the park and saw the man again, at the pond while the dogs were swimming in it. I approached him and tried to explain about autism and how this encounter was affecting my child. The man came up close to me, shouted at me, threatened me and called me a liar. He shouted at me to call the police, which of course I did after I located someone willing to help. In response to my call, Officer Gonzales came and she should be commended for her sensitivity, understanding and offer to walk us through the park to get

my son over his fear. However, the man and his labs were long gone. The nature of autism is such that sufferers tend to be single-minded and inflexible. The one park in town that my son could enjoy now terrifies him to the point that he won’t leave the car. Accessible to all doesn’t just mean physically accessible. It means that the attitudes of people using public spaces need to be respectful of the limitations of others. That jogger took away something precious. He took away my son’s trust that he could be happy in a place he loved. Deborah Davis Newington

NEWINGTON LIBRARY CALENDAR TEEN AND ADULT PROGRAMS INVESTIGATE ONE BOOK @ THE LIBRARY!: Join us for this community-wide reading event beginning in June. Our Investigate One Book project will feature the bestselling book Defending Jacob by William Landay. Special book discussions, programs and events are planned throughout the summer, culminating in an appearance by the author on Sept. 14 at the Library Board’s annual meeting and anniversary celebration.

BUTTERFLY GARDEN: We’re planting a Butterfly Garden this summer. Library groups will visit to look for caterpillars, chrysalises and then butterflies! Volunteers are needed to help with planting and maintenance. Call the Children’s Department to volunteer. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The garden was planted with donations from Home Depot and the Friends of the Library. EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEEK: THE MAKING OF FOUNDER’S DAY: Monday, June 2, 7 p.m.

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THE WHOLE FAMILY You are invited to the all ages kickoff for this year’s summer reading programs on Saturday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Town Hall parking lot. Children, teens and adults will enjoy two hours of fun-filled activities for the whole family. Register for one of the three reading programs the library is offering this summer. LITERARY ELEMENTS! Adult readers will earn a prize giveaway ticket for each book they read or listen to, which will be entered into weekly drawings for special gift baskets. All tickets collected throughout the summer will be entered into the grand prize drawing to be held on Aug. 15. An adult kickoff will be held on June 10 prior to the all-ages kickoff. SPARK A REACTION @ YOUR LIBRARY: For grades 7-12. Find out how easy it is to earn prize tickets! Prize tickets can be used for weekly drawings and the grand prize drawing. Pick up a detailed pamphlet & prize schedule at the library.

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. PLAY WITH US! Tuesdays, June 3 to 24, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for this program geared for families with young children who have special needs. Meet with birth to three-year-old resource professionals and socialize with your peers. All are welcome. No registration is necessary. JUST A STORY AND A SONG!: Wednesdays, June 4 to 25, 10:15 a.m. Join us for a 30-minute all ages storytime. We’ll enjoy a story (or two) and a song (or two) to welcome in the morning. No registration required. JUNIOR COOKBOOK CLUB: Wednesday, June 4, 6:30 p.m. We will read “The Little Bitty Bakery” by Leslie Muir, and then make Fizzy Fruit Cobbler. Junior chefs in grades K through 2 may call the Children’s Department to register beginning May 28. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. ADULT SUMMER READING KICKOFF & REGISTRATION – LITERARY ELEMENTS! Tuesday, June 10, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for the start of this year’s reading event. Drop in to register, receive a free gift and a chance to win the kickoff gift basket. Many reading suggestions will be available. Light refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. FIZZ, BOOM, READ: Children through grade 8 may sign up for this year’s online summer reading program and earn free books and other prizes for reading 20 minutes or more each day

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY: Do you like to volunteer or know of someone who needs to fulfill community service hours? The Central Connecticut Health District is looking for volunteers from the towns of Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield to help at the Household Hazardous Waste Collections, run by the Metropolitan District Commission (MDC). Two collections are scheduled in the district as follows: Saturday, June 28 at the Webb School, 51 Willow St., Wethersfield; Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Rocky Hill Water Pollution Control Facility, 80 Goff Brook Lane, Rocky Hill. The collections will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 1 p.m.; all volunteers are asked to arrive by 7:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed to distribute information and to register vehicles as they arrive to dispose of items that should not be collected with the regular trash. Volunteers will not handle hazardous materials. All volunteers will receive a free MDC T-shirt and a free lunch for their service. To register as a volunteer, contact the Health District, serving the towns of Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield, at (860) 721-2824.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE: The Newington Historical Society wishes to invite the public to an Open House from noon to 3 p.m. at the Enoch Kelsey House, 1702 Main St., on the first Sundays, May through September. The tour will feature this 1799 Farmer-Tradesman home, the outstanding collection of Newington furnishings, the

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 www.ihccgolf.com. For more information and rates, contact Indian Hill directly at (860) 665-7817 or visit the website at www.ihccgolf.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. 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. 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. 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. ST. MARY WOMEN’S CLUB VICTORIAN TEA: St. Mary Women’s Club will host a Victorian Tea in the Church Hall Sunday, June 1, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Ticket price for this event is $15. Join us for a delightful afternoon of tea and light refreshments at tables decorated by parish members. Wear a fancy hat and compete for a prize! After refreshments, “The Victorian Lady,” Kandie Carle, will entertain us. While dressing in actual vintage and authentically reproduced undergarments, clothing and accessories, she will add humor, history and intriguing anecdotes about fashion, home life and etiquette of men and women during the 1890’s Gilded Age. If you are interested in attending, contact Susan Haynes at (860) 233-0167 by Tuesday, May 27, for tickets. In addition, more detailed information about “The Victorian Lady” may be found on our parish website: www.stmarysnewington. net. NEWINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ TOWNWIDE ART SHOW 2014: The Annual Newington Public Schools’ Town-wide Art Show will be open to the public 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. All members of the community are invited to view the creative work of Newington’s talented students. RELAY FOR LIFE AN AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY EVENT FUNDRAISER: Relay For Life will hold a fundraiser at 6 p.m. Friday, May 30 through 9 a.m. Saturday, May 31 at Mill Pond Park. The Disney-themed event this year will include honoring local cancer survivors at the opening ceremonies, followed by a dinner for survivors and their caregivers. There will be a kids area with crafts and activities to go along with our Disney theme. There will be planned activities every hour throughout the night, including performances by Newington school bands and choirs. The Luminaria ceremony will be held at 9:30 p.m., and will include a picture slide show to honor

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Commons, a not-for-profit independent and assisted living community, will be held Sunday, June 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marie Pugliese, retirement counselor, will facilitate the event. Refreshments will be served. Cedar Mountain Commons is located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive, Newington. For more information or to RSVP, call (860) 655-7901. Cedar Mountain Commons, a department of Hartford Hospital, is a not-for-profit independent and assisted living community.

SPRING POPS! The choirs of Church of Christ, Congregational, Newington and St. John’s, West Hartford, will perform music from “Mamma Mia!” “Oklahoma!” “Five New England Songs” a patriotic medley, and more at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 1 at the Church of Christ, Congregational, 1075 Main St. (860) 666-4689. newingtonucc.org. Music director Peter Niedmann conducts the choirs, soloists, and band in this popular town event. Free-will offering. Reception following the concert.

FUNDRAISER FOR GAGE HOWARD: Help our hero beat leukemia! Friday, June 13, 7:30 p.m. to midnight at the French Model Club, 1375 East St., New Britain. Tickets are $20 per person, BYOB and BYOA (appetizers). DJ and raffles. For tickets, contact Jenna Dagata at (860) 543-9929 or Camille Prentice at (860) 666-6685. If not able to attend but would like to donate, mail donations to Gage Howard Fundraiser, c/o Jenna Dagata, 115 Glenview Drive, Newington, CT 06111. Make checks payable to Gage Howard Fundraiser.

PAPER SHREDDING EVENT: The town of Newington will hold a paper shredding event, sponsored by Covanta, for residents of Newington to dispose of cancelled checks, bills, personal records and old papers. The event will be held Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Highway Garage, 281 Milk Lane off Fenn Road. Residents are asked to limit the material to be shredded, to two small cardboard boxes or three paper bags. Only paper documents are allowed, household trash and other items are not acceptable. This event is being offered to Newington residents only, businesses and other retailers will not be allowed to participate. Any questions contact the Sanitation Department at (860) 667-5874.

ANNUAL NHS FOOTBALL TEAM GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER: On Saturday, June 21, at Indian Hill Golf Course in Newington, the Newington High School football team will hold its annual golf tournament fundraiser. One hundred percent of all proceeds go back into the program to support the student athletes and coaches for camp, equipment, game meals, annual banquet and trophies, as well as scholarships. Registration starts at noon, The cost is $125. NHS and Friends of Football look forward to having our alumni, friends parents and sponsors of our team in joining us for a fun-filled day of golf and camaraderie. Come meet our new coach, Eric Hennessy, and his staff. If you are unable to golf and wish to sponsor a tee sign, donate a raffle prize, or just come for dinner, contact Dave Pruett at (860) 558-1560, pruett.d98@gmail. com; or Rich Klett at (860) 214-5208.

NEWINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY & TRUST, INC. TAG SALE: Newington Historical Society & Trust Inc. tag sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 7 at the Kellogg-Eddy House & Museum, 679 Willard Ave. Jewelry, small kitchen and electronic appliances, all in good condition. Glassware, dishes and all other treasures. Large furniture, books, clothing. Inquiries: Newington Historical Society (860) 666-7118. NOT FOR PROFIT CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS ANNOUNCES OPEN HOUSE: An open house at Cedar Mountain

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UPCOMING THEATRE CLASSES FOR KIDS, AGES 5-7, AT NCTC; The Newington Children’s Theatre Company has announced their upcoming class: “Explore-A-Story” for kids, ages 5-7. Explore-A-Story offers a playful introduction to performing. Over the four week session, kids will have opportunity to learn basic acting skills through the retelling of a familiar fairy tale on stage. They will also create costume pieces to utilize in a showcase for family and friends immediately following the final class. “The Glass Slipper,” based on the story of Cinderella, will run through May 29. Classes are held on Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. No previous experience or audition required. Cost: $75. All classes will be held at the NCTC Performing Arts Theatre, 743 N. Mountain Road. Registration form is available online at www.NCTCArts.org as well as, at the theatre. For more information, call (860) 666-NCTC (6282) or visit www.NCTCArts.org

Trompe l’oeil wall paintings as well as a demonstration on thee weaving looms. Admission: Members of the Historical Society and children: Free; non-members: $5. For more information, call the Newington Historical Society & Trust at (860) 666-7118.

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VENDORS WANTED FOR 33RD ANNUAL NEWINGTON EXTRAVAGANZA: Newington Parks and Recreation Department is seeking vendors who would like to participate in the 33rd Annual Extravaganza, which will be held Saturday, July 19 at Mill Pond Park in Newington. The Newington Extravaganza is the largest annual town event which features food vendors, arts and crafts, musicians, entertainment, games, carnival rides, fireworks and many other family-oriented activities. Vendor categories include artists and crafters, non-profit organizations and civic groups, local businesses and food vendors. For more information and the application forms, visit www. newingtonct.gov/parksandrec and click “Extravaganza” or call Newington Parks and Recreation at (860) 665-8666.

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Fundraiser for Newington 6-year-old’s battle with leukemia By ERICA SCHMITT

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A Newington family is reaching out to the community for help. Six-year-old Gage Howard will turn 7 on June 8, and a month later it will be one year since he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Although he was supposed to begin the first grade at Ruth Chaffee School last September, Gage was admitted to the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center for intense treatments almost immediately. He didn’t return to school until this April. “They were all excited to see him; he was like a celebrity,” said his grandmother, Camille Prentice. Newington’s Relay for Life is this weekend in Mill Pond Park, and “The Ruth Chaffee Champions” — a group of school staff and families — are raising money for cancer in Gage’s honor. The family is organizing its own fundraiser for Friday, June

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Six-year-old Gage Howard, a Newington resident, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia last July. His family is hosting a fundraiser for him June 13 in New Britain.

13 at the French Model Council Club in New Britain. It’s going to be a pot luck party, so people are asked to bring appetizers to share and their own drinks (BYOB). “We’re hoping for a big crowd,”

said Prentice, who has been helping to collect raffle prizes, which include gift certificates to local restaurants, tickets to a Red Sox game, Six Flags and a trip to Block Island.

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“Gage amazes us every day with his spirit and courage,” said his grandmother. “He’s made it easier on the rest of us because he does not complain about anything. Even with having shots twice a day he never complains — he always has a smile on his face. We’re so proud of him.” Both his grandparents are Newington natives and Gage’s grandfather actually grew up in the house where he now lives, with his parents, Nikki and Drew Howard. The whole family still resides in Newington. Tickets to the fundraiser are $20 per person. There will be a DJ, silent auction and a raffle. BYOB and bring your own appetizers. To purchase tickets, contact Camille Prentice at (860) 666-6685 or Jenna Dagata at (860) 543-9929. Donations can also be mailed to Gage Howard Fundraiser, c/o Jenna Dagata, 115 Glenview Drive, Newington, CT 06111.

ALL Leukemia is the most common and most curable form of childhood cancer, but chemotherapy and other treatments come at a high cost to families. Although Gage’s leukemia is currently in remission, he still faces 2½ more years of treatment. “He’s doing pretty well; right now he’s in maintenance,” Prentice said. “We’re concerned if costs change or if he needs any other type of treatment in the future it would be difficult.” The disease has weakened his immune system significantly, so any virus or infection can bring down his blood count, and he has to be admitted to the hospital if it Erica Schmitt can be reached at goes under 500. But sickness hasn’t broken (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com. Gage’s spirit.

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St. Mary’s to celebrate 90th with ‘Night Under the Stars’

Newington resident Gail Budrejko is a lifetime parishioNewington’s first Catholic ner, so this is especially important church is celebrating its 90th to her. anniversary next weekend. “My parents joined the parish Following in 1948 so our Saturday evefamily has been ning Mass at 4 a member of the p.m. St. Mary parish a long Church parishtime. It’s home, ioners and others you know?” says will gather for Budrejko, who “A Night under has been a part the Stars” — a of the church formal dinner community celebration at since baptism. St. Mary School, Newington adjacent to the did not have a Willard Avenue Catholic church church. through the MARY BUDREJKO The Rev. St. Mary’s parishioner 18th centuJoseph Keough ry. In 1920 St. is currently Bridget’s Parish on medical leave, so he will be in West Hartford heeded to unable to attend. neighboring residents’ religious A planning committee has needs by establishing a mission been busy figuring out how to church in the area of what is now best honor the church’s histo- Mill Pond Park. ry, which is almost a century According to the church’s in-the-making. website, a small edifice was By ERICA SCHMITT

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“My parents joined the parish in 1948 so our family has been a member of the parish a long time. It’s home, you know?”

WHAT: St. Mary Parish 90th Anniversary Dinner WHEN: Saturday, May 31 after 4 p.m. Mass WHERE: St. Mary Church, 626 Willard Ave., Newington HOW: Tickets are $20 per person and are available at the rectory office

ebrate the last 90 years, come to St. Mary’s 90th Anniversary Celebration next Saturday, May 31. Each $20 ticket includes a full-course sit-down meal, in addition to appetizers, beer, wine and dancing. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will St. Mary’s very first church, circa 1920. be available after all masses this weekend and also at the rectory office, 626 Willard Ave. For more blessed and dedicated to Mary, Edward H. Shaughnessy as pas- information, email Leslie Zoll at l.zoll@att.net. the Mother of God, by the Rev. tor. William Odell, St. Bridget’s pasThe present-day rectory and tor. church were erected in 1961 and Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or In 1925 St. Mary’s became a 1967, respectively. parish of its own with the Rev. To learn more about and cel- eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.

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face lift with new flooring, lighting, furniture, window treatments and artwork. Several of the new studio suite and one-bedroom apartments will be completed this spring and deposits are now being accepted for these styles. To schedule a tour of the community or to learn more about how you can become involved in this project, contact Executive Director Kathy Braga at (860) 667-1336. To follow the progress of the renovations, check out the Middlewoods of Newington Facebook page or visit middlewoodsofnewington.org. Middlewoods of Newington is located at 2125 Main St. and is locally owned and managed by United Methodist Homes, a mission-based, not-for-profit organization.

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Renovations are well underway at Middlewoods of Newington Assisted and Independent Living Community. The $2.5 million renovation project will add nearly 5,000 square feet of new community space including a beautiful country kitchen and great room, a state-of-the art fitness and therapy center, and expanded offices for UConn physicians. Completed areas include the Reception Desk, Laundry Room, Executive Director’s office, Maintenance Shop, Housekeeping Closet and paint and wall paper in most corridors. The structure of the main addition is complete and the construction crew will be working diligently to wrap up the entire project by the end of the summer. Additionally, the common areas of the existing building will receive a

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The University of Michigan Jazz Band, under the direction of former University of Connecticut Professor Ellen Rowe, performed a concert at Newington High School on May 5. After the concert, band members conducted clinics for the Newington High, Martin Kellogg Middle School, and John Wallace Middle School jazz bands.

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care in the world.” “What’s wrong? Is this how I should arrive to my job interview?” he asked the students, who giggled at his sloppy appearance and demeanor. “You look like you don’t want the job!” one yelled out. “You have to show up on time,” said another. “If you show up late for the interview they think you’ll show up late for work.” This was the reaction Danaher was hoping for — evidence the students were learning the proper way to conduct themselves on such an important occasion. “How many chances do you get to make a first impression?” he asked the group. “One” was the collective answer. They went over simple parts of the interview process, like leaning in for a firm handshake, making eye contact, keeping answers concise and following up with a thank-you note for the opportunity. Discussions about suitable dress became a group activity. The students talked about inappropriate and appropriate clothing for both genders. Shorts and sneakers prevailed as improper for either. Revealing blouses, “bed-head,” stilettos, and tacky jewelry don’t land you the job you’re looking for as a girl, one group (of all males) reported. A tie, blazer and dress shoes are a guy’s best bet, said an all-girl group. Danaher shared a personal memory of his early days in student teaching, when he was evaluated by a professor.

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“He counted 52 ‘ums’ during a 45-minute lesson I gave,” he remembered. “The next time there were only two.” Next week students will begin individual meetings with their counselors to discuss what they learned and the next steps. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.

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WETHERSFIELD EVENTS CALENDAR HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE VEGETABLE GARDENING CLASS: The Central Connecticut Health District is offering a free educational course designed to teach residents of the importance and fun in creating and sustaining a vegetable garden, as well as how to cook nutritious meals with home-grown vegetables. There will be one, four-class program offered in Wethersfield. The first three classes will cover a different aspect of vegetable gardening and the last class will have a vegetable cooking demonstration. Classes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. in Wethersfield as follows: June 4, June 11, June 18 and June 25 at Wethersfield Community Center, 30 Greenfield St. The Health District received funding from the Connecticut Department of Public Health to present this program. The class is open to residents 18 and over who live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill, and Wethersfield and have an interest in learning how to grow their own vegetables. Pre-registration is required — RSVP by June 2 to be part of this class. All participants must commit to one complete program. Programs are not interchangeable. To register, residents should call Lori DiPietro, health educator, at (860) 721-2824.

on a town-wide tag sale map. Maps will be printed and available at local businesses in early September. A full list of businesses participating as a map pick-up location will be announced in the Rare Reminder and on our Facebook page. Residents interested in participating should send their name, address, and contact information to Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Rotary Club, 155 Dale Road, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Please include a check for $10 made out to “Wethersfield Rocky Hill Rotary Club.” Deadline for registering is July 15. Event is rain or shine and begins at 8 a.m. The Rotary Club of Wethersfield-Rocky Hill meets every Tuesday at 6: p.m. at Elaine’s Restaurant on the Berlin Turnpike. Contact President Gina at (860) 306-1283 or at GinaHRotary26@aol.com if you are interested in joining our club.

ROTARY CLUB TO HOST TOWN-WIDE TAG SALE: The Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Rotary Club will host its second-annual town-wide tag sale Saturday, Sept. 20. Registered tag sales will be indicated

DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Going through a divorce? Thinking about getting divorced? Going through a relationship breakup? Already divorced? There is a Divorce Support Group that meets at 7 p.m. every Friday night, at First Congregational Church, 355 Main St., Cromwell. This is a caring group of people who are in the same place you are right now, and can relate to everything you are going through.

the towns of Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield to help at the Household Hazardous Waste Collections, run by the Metropolitan District Commission (MDC). Two collections are scheduled in the district as follows: Saturday, June 28 at the Webb School, 51 Willow St., Wethersfield, and Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Rocky Hill Water Pollution Control Facility, 80 Goff Brook Lane, Rocky Hill. The collections will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 1 p.m.; all volunteers are asked to arrive by 7:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed to distribute information and to register vehicles as they arrive to dispose of items that should not be collected with the regular trash. Volunteers will not handle hazardous materials. All volunteers will receive a free MDC T-shirt and a free lunch for their service. To register as a volunteer, contact the Health District, serving the towns of Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield, at (860) 721-2824. MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP: Fight Club, a men’s support and accountability group, meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 at NewLife Christian Fellowship, 1155 Silas Deane Hwy. in Wethersfield. For more information, call (860) 529-1714 or email nlcfpastor@gmail.com. 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, 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. Members of the Social Services Staff will be at the following complexes to take applications: Lasher Court Apartments: July 29, 9 a.m. to noon Harvey Fuller Apartments: July 22, 9

a.m. to noon Executive Square: July 8 and Aug. 5, each date, 8 a.m. to noon Wethersfield Housing Authority: June 24, 8 a.m. to noon 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 members’ dedication and hard work, and especially the casual atmosphere during club meetings. Guests are welcome. If interested in becoming a member, contact President Gina at (860) 306-1283 or at GinaHRotary26@aol.com. 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 what you are going through right now! Group meets every 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 should arrive around 11:30 a.m. For additional information, contact Joe Mehan at (860) 258-0662.

WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY CALENDAR ADULT PROGRAMS PORCELAIN REPRODUCTIONS ON DISPLAY: Reproduction 18th-century historic French porcelain, courtesy of Wethersfield resident Carolyn Vallieres, is on display at the Wethersfield Library in May. The collection of French Limoges from different factories includes chocolate and coffee cups and saucers and other Limoges items. Vallieres was an administrator of Federal and local non-profit organizations and was instrumental in establishing Seabury Retirement Community in Bloomfield. She serves as vice resident of the Friends of the Wethersfield Library. For information, call (860) 529-2665 or go to www. wethersfieldlibrary.org EDIE RAMONDETTA ART EXHIBIT: Oil and acrylic paintings by Edie Ramondetta, selected by her daughter, Lucia Cramer, are on display at the Wethersfield Library. Edie Ramondetta was a past member of the Wethersfield Art League and involved in finding a home for the League in the Little Red Schoolhouse. The paintings will be on display through the end of May. For information and directions to the Library, visit www.wethersfieldlibrary. org or call (860) 257-2821. LIBRARY CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND: The Wethersfield Library will close for Memorial Day Weekend Saturday, May 24, Sunday, May 25, and Monday, May 26. The library will resume its regular hours Tuesday, May 27. 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 on the Internet at www.wethersfieldlibrary.org where one may search the catalog, use the online databases, download an audiobook, ask a reference question, or renew, reserve or request a book. LIBRARY BOARD MAY MEETING: The Wethersfield Library Board will hold its May meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 27 at the library. All meetings of the Board are open to the public. For information, call (860) 529-2665. TEEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING A VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FOR TEENS: Tell us what you think! The final Teen Advisory Board meeting of the school year will be held from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Thursday, May 29 at the library. You will be asked to be an active participant in the discussion so that we can make your library experience better. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants from any Wethersfield school (grades 7 to 12). 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. KICK-OFF THE SUMMER WITH FIREWORKS AT WETHERSFIELD’S COVE PARK: Celebrate reading with the Wethersfield Library and Wethersfield Chamber of Commerce at the

summer kick-off fireworks show! Join us Saturday, May 31, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Cove Park in Wethersfield. (Rain date is June 7.) During this free night out, register the entire family for the Children’s, Teen, or Adult 2014 Summer Reading Program: “Fizz, Boom, READ!” Meet Clifford the Big Red Dog, enjoy face painting, balloon sculptures and dance the night away with DJ Bob! This program does not require registration and all are welcome to attend. For more information about this and other programs for children call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801, visit the library or www. wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids.htm.

where she provides career counseling and coaching for individuals. Prior to opening her career counseling practice, she worked at the Center for Professional Development of the Univer sity of Hartford for 30 years where she was associate director of the Center. Funding for this program has been provided by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library. The program is free and open to all. Registration is suggested. For more information or to register call the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811. You may also email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org.

TIPS FOR MAKING A CAREER CHANGE: Eleta Jones, Ph.D., LPC will present a program titled “Tips for Making a Career Change” Monday, June 9, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at library. Do you want to make a career change? Do you need to keep working because you aren’t ready (or prepared) to retire but you’d like to identify a different job option for yourself? Are you unemployed and trying to figure out what work you can obtain? In this interactive workshop, six essential strategies for making a successful career change will be discussed. Other topics include strategies and tools for understanding your own traits, identifying and exploring job options, and taking effective steps to search for and present yourself for a new position. Jones has a career counseling practice located in West Hartford

TUESDAY NIGHT MOVIE: Join us Tuesday, June 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the library for a free showing of “The Book Thief” starring Sophie Nelisse, Geoffrey Rush and Emily Watson. While subjected to the horrors of World War II Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. In the basement of her home, a Jewish refugee is being sheltered by her adoptive parents. Rated PG-13 for some violence and intense depiction of thematic material. (131 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. LIBRARY CLOSED SUNDAYS JUNE

THROUGH SEPTEMBER: The Wethersfield Library reminds the public that the library’s hours change each year at the end of May. June through September the library will be open on Monday through Saturday and closed Sundays. The regular hours of the library during the summer are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.At any time, the library may be reached on the internet at www.wethersfieldlibrary.org.

TEEN AND CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 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.

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Rocky Hill High School announces third quarter honor roll HIGH HONORS

GRADE 12 Lynn Aureli, Thomas Barnes, Margaret Begen, Kraymer Bond, James Bondi, Spencer Bunting, Thomas Caruso, Amanda Chiulli, Ben Ciccaglione, Kerry Clark, Amanda Coler, Dominique D’Costa, Larissa Denisky, Kelly Devine, Laura Dobmeier, Erik Evans, Spencer Freeman, Jaymee Frey, Zachary Gagne, Wyatt Gantenbein, Brandon Gover, Rachel Haze, Kristen Hofmann, Jacqueline Horn, Ty Johns, Thomas Kelly, Kayse Kiniry, Valerie Kobialka, Peter Kohanski, Paris Kuzoian, Heather Lawlor, Erika Leonard, Cherie Lepak, Alanna Lionetti, Stephanie LoGiudice, Leah Magnoli, Jack Malespini, Nina Mendez, Lillian Morse, Anishaa Mukherjee, Dana Mundle, Sabrina Ortiz, Alexandra Osgood, Kelsey Ott, Clayton Parrotta, Erica Petropoulos, Nicole Romano, Jacquelin Saucier, Aasimahmed Shaikh, Luke Sinopoli, Emma Skultety, Kathleen Slavin, Sarah Slowik, Alexandra St. Germain, Milly Tallberg, Wren Tenore, Ashley Wojtkowiak GRADE 11 Nabihah Ahmed, Jared Anderson, Jacqueline Aylward, David Bachoy, Kara Bates, Lindsey Blustein, Rachael Cella, Nadia Chaudhry, Celia Cheyney, Michael Costello, Hope DeJohn, Casey Dessert, Mackenzie

Freeman, Tysia Glober, Rounak Gokhale, Nathan Hock, Shafeequ Kolia, Elizabeth Leahy, Kristjan Maandi, Nicole Mancini, Amanda Masciadrelli, Mikaila Monarca, Kaley O’Brien, Jaycee O’Dierna, Hannah Oeser, James Pergolizzi, Marisa Pietrandrea, Morgan Robb, Saloni Shah, Ryan Tomastik

JoDee Lupacchino, Julia Machaj, Kristina Machaj, Robert Machaj, Amanda Mitchell, Bailey O’Connell, Kaldy Paulino, Austin Pavelec, Riley Pickett, James Pitchell, Ariana Ramos, Sarina Santos, Nicole Shank, Brianna St. Georges, Caroline Sullivan, Joseph Sullivan, Gabriel Walerysiak, Olivia Zhang

GRADE 10 Rubeena Abraham, Haley Albano, Alexander Bondi, Peter Botticello, Matthew Caesar, Rachel Calabrese, Alexa Cardillo, Gabriella Caron, Elizabeth Coler, Rachel D’Agostino, Kyle Devine, Michal Drozdzal, Ashley Duarte, Sara Federici, Nathan Friday, Arianna Genovese, Deivydas Giedrimas, Sara Golemi, Jessica Greenspan, Justin Hewitt, Nicole Hiller, David Katz, Briana Lamari, Olivia Levine, Geycel Muniz, Leon Novak, Haleigh Oeser, Jerry Reyes, Nicholas Santos, Julia Sevigny, Julianne Slavin, Jared Sullivan, Bryan Tassavor, Lindsay Varney

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GRADE 9 Rahul Abraham, Allison Allegretti, Taylor Bowler, Vanessa Cardillo, Vincent Cassarino, Jay Chandran, Cameron Cheyney, Alicia Dabek, Timothy Davis, Luke Devine, en Famiglietti, Anthony Fortes, Michelino Gali, Allison Grover, Erin Hourihan, Erin Kelly, Anirudh Lakshminarayanan, Cristina LoGiudice, Emily Louro, Peter Lucente,

GRADE 12 Louisa Acca, Pamela Aderhold, Tracey Allegretti, Kirstyn Arcata, Katarzyna Baliga, Nicholas Benson, Ashley Brescia, Alexandra Calafiore, Frank Catania, Marissa Catania, Sajma Cecunjanin, Kelly Clark, Liana D’Attilio, Morgan DaSilva, Jose Diaz, Taryn Dunn, Krista Iacobucci, Andrew Jenkelunas, Kayse Kiniry, Steven Kolakowski, Haley Lepsik, Gianna Lionetti, Jessica Markowski, Gregory Marzilli, Aaron Moore, Emma Mulvey, Jameson O’Connell, David Outeiro, Austin Porter, Josef Riccio, Jennifer Riera, Toni Robbins, Cynthia Ruiz, Thomas Seaver, Caleb Stevens, Cameron Sweeney, Alex Tan, Thaia Tzickas, Caroline Veinot, Christopher Young GRADE 11 Diana Belliveau, Cristina Benzo, Alyssa Bogus, Samantha Carfi, Antonio Carlone, Alexandra Carreira, Rachel Casasanta, Kelly

Cass, Nicole Cecchini, Stephanie Cichowicz, Isaac Diaz, Martina DiGrazia, Marissa DiMatteo, Kristiana Engelhardt, Nicole Felice, Hannah Garrahy, Monica Gil, Morgaynn Gorski, Aleksander Kocaqi, Donna Larkin, Jacob LaTorra, Sahil Laul, Taia Lionetti, Brianna Loving, Erica Lucente, Philip Madison, Jeffrey Marquis, Jenna Marzilli, Alexandra Mastorakis, Tori Mazzarella, Paige Meisterling, Geetanjalie Neemcharan, Christopher Orszulak, Olivia Osgood, Justin Ott, Shivani Patlikh, Glynn Rockefeller, Michelle Rodriguez, Caitlin Rowe, Alexandra Russo, Matthew Sabol, Olivia Sabol, Sarah Savery, Alexandra Sliwka, Alyssa Sokaitis, Erika Stabile, Ryan Steinman, Kamran Tariq, Kiera Watson, Rafal Wielk, Mateusz Wilkowski, Mark Zebrowski, Vincent Zhang GRADE 10 Brett Arnold, Mitchell Aureli, Abigale Barnes, Daniel Bighinatti, Matthew Bortolan, Joshua Brouillard, Nicole Bruzik, Mathew Callahan, Alexa Cannistraro, Jovan Colon, Tyler Costa, William Crafa, Patricia Czarnecki, Jenna D’Angelo, Daniel Ellegard, Joshua Evardone, Sarah Gioia, Morgan Guerra, Amy Hafner, Kevin Hasson, Daniel Janikowski, Arkid Koni, Joseph Matero, Dylan Mitney, Jeffrey Moise, Matthew Molloy, Britany Moore, Madison

Nastri, Malika Odinaeva, Madison Palmer, Emily Pentland, Brandon Phenix, Kelly Quirion, Alexys Rinaldi, Megan Ritchie, Jenna Sanzo, James Sekorski, Caroline Spada, Victoria Spellman, Madison Stabile, Patrick Sullivan, Samantha Sweetman, Julianne Tefoe, Kasssandra Veneziano, Victoria Veneziano, Trevor Whalen GRADE 9 Kristopher Begen, Nicholas Bellin, Samantha Brady, Christina Braun, Nam Bui, Dante Carlone, Mark Catania, Patrick Cella, Peter Cimini, Kathleen Conlan, Josie Cruz, Urga Desai, Kaitlin Dillon, Owen Doremus, Zykeya Ford, Ryan Fraleigh, Sarah Freitas, Melissa Ganomal, Nicolas Gary-Benco, Evan Gauvin, Joseph Goodrich, Hunter Held, Justin Hock, Dario Kokic, Sara Kokic, Madeline Kovanda, Krystal Macca, Salvatore Madera, Joseph Monaco, Ricky Montalvo, Arianna Morabito, Isabella Olmstead, Lauren Orsini, Amanda Place, Amber Rehman, Keraly Rivera, Devyn Rockefeller, Alana Rychlec, David Scalise, Kajal Shah, Stephen Shepard, Alexander Sikorski, Ethan Simard, Montserrat Sousa-Sanchez, Deanne St. Germain, Katherine Sullivan, Jennelle Tenerowicz, Daniel Tonna, Jason Vailionis, Jake Walling, Christopher Witowski, Ryan Wolf

ROCKY HILL EVENTS CALENDAR ROTARY CLUB TO HOST TOWN-WIDE TAG SALE: The Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Rotary Club will host its second-annual town-wide tag sale Saturday, Sept. 20. Registered tag sales will be indicated on a town-wide tag sale map. Maps will be printed and available at local businesses in early September. A full list of businesses participating as a map pick-up location will be announced in the Rare Reminder and on our Facebook page. Residents interested in participating should send their name, address, and contact information to Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Rotary Club, 155 Dale Road, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Please include a check for $10 made out to “Wethersfield Rocky Hill Rotary Club.” Deadline for registering is July 15. Event is rain or shine and begins at 8 a.m. The

Rotary Club of Wethersfield-Rocky Hill meets every Tuesday at 6: p.m. at Elaine’s Restaurant on the Berlin Turnpike. Contact President Gina at (860) 306-1283 or at GinaHRotary26@aol.com if you are interested in joining our club

Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield, at (860) 721-2824. SUPPORT GROUP: The Atrium at Rocky Hill offers a Support Group for those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. The Support Group is open to the public. The Atrium does offer Adult Daycare during the duration of the support group at no cost. The Group meets every second Saturday at 2 p.m. For more information contact Erin Hall at (860) 563-5588, or ehall@benchmarkquality.com. MEMORY IMPAIRMENT PACKETS AVAILABLE: The Atrium at Rocky Hill is offering information packets for those needing more information and resources on memory impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. For more information, contact For

more information contact Erin Hall with The Atrium at Rocky Hill, (860) 563-5588, or email, ehall@benchmarkquality.com. HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DENTAL CLEANINGS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning? If so, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has a service for you! In partnership with the North Central Agency on Aging, CCHD is providing FREE dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over who live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. To find out the schedule and book your appointment in your town, call the following numbers: Berlin: Contact Tina Doyle at (860)

828-7006; Newington: Contact Charlene Magnano at (860) 6658778; 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.

MILITARY NEWS Navy Seaman Luca C. Bielenda, son of Peter and Gina Bielenda of Wethersfield, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. with honors. During the eight-week

program, Bielenda completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An

emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is “Battle Stations.” This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. “Battle

Stations” is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of

Honor, Courage and Commitment. Its distinctly ‘’Navy’’ flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor. Bielenda is a 2011 graduate of Wethersfield High School.

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