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Resident reunited with high school crush at 50th class reunion, set to wed tonight By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
It was 1962. He was too shy to ask her out but she thought he was funny and wished he would. They parted ways and lived two separate lives for the next five decades. But when former classmates Stanley Senk, 70, and Jackie Ginelewicz, 71, met again last October at their 50th New Britain High School Reunion, a teenage dream came true. After growing up in New Britain, Jackie moved to Newington with her late husband Gerald Ginelewicz, a Newington police officer who passed away eight years ago. She was living in Wethersfield last October when a friend urged her to attend the reunion. “You might meet somebody,” she said. Volume 53, No. 29
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Stanley Senk and Jackie Ginelewicz, former classmates at New Britain High School, reunited at their Class of 1962 reunion in late October, 2012 and are now set to wed.
Jackie shrugged off the suggestion — but went anyway. “I said, are you crazy, she remembers. “I never expected to be married again.” Stanley, an outgoing class clowntype, was buzzing around taking photographs of each table at the Indian Hill Country Club where the event was held, when he caught sight of his high school crush.
“I sat next to him in a class called Problems of Democracy — a civics class. He used to talk to me in the hallways; we always kind of liked each other,” remembers Jackie, who accepted his invitation to dance that night not expecting to be swept Notes written to and from Stanley Senk and Jackie Ginelewicz on the back off her feet in more ways than one. of their Class of ‘62 high school photos. The two reconnected after 50 See 50 YEARS, Page 11
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Brats, beer and Bavaria: Taste of Germany set for Saturday By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — You don’t have to be German to enjoy wienerschnitzel and a glass of Holsten Pilsener. The Hartford Sängerbund has put out the invitation to its Taste of Germany Festival this Saturday, and club members hope to exceed the 500 attendees who showed up two years ago — the last time the event was held. It alternates years with their Biennial Bierfest, a popular German festival that draws upward of 1500 people. “It was very successful the first time, so this time we’ve extended the hours and hopefully we’re going to
increase our presence a little more,” said Amy Swank, the club’s first vice president, now retired and serving serves on the Board of Directors. Members are also increasing the offering of German foods, which they serve indoors and outdoors and make completely from scratch. Everything from potato pancakes, to bratwurst, red cabbage, sauerkraut and German potato salad will be served. Homemade German cakes will also be for sale, along with German beers and other drinks. “It’s a wonderful variety of homemade food you generally don’t find all in one place at a great price,” said Swank, who along with her husband, Phil, is originally from an area of Pennsylvania that saw a large
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German immigration two centuries ago. “My mother’s family came from Germany before the American Revolution, and my father’s family came over in 1830,” she said. Club members are of many different ethnicities, with the older folks more likely to be first-generation German-Americans. A clause in the club’s constitution requires only the president and vice president to be of German extraction. Aside from tasting German food and drink, the day is also an opportunity to see live and authentic German entertainment, with dancing by the Schuplattler dancers and The Alpenland Tanzer, as well as and music by Scha-Musi. Admission is free, but a $1 donation at the gate will be collected for The Newington Food Bank. “That allows us to keep track of how many people come through the door, but also lets us help the community,” Swank said. The Sängerbund was founded in Hartford in 1858 and moved to Newington in 1966. At the heart of its activities are the Men’s, Ladies’ and Mixed Choruses and a folkdance group, which have won competitions across New England and received wide acclaim. The Taste of Germany will be held this Saturday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Hartford Sängerbund, 719 North Mountain Road, Newington. (860) 953-8967.
Above, visitors to the 2011 Taste of Germany Festival wait to order authentic food at one of the outdoor tents. The festival, which offers German food, music, dancing and more, will take place at the Hartford Sängerbund, 719 North Mountain Road, Newington, Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Below, festival attendees grab a bite to eat in the Grill Room. The logo above the bar is the Hartford Sängerbund club motto, which can be translated as “True to the German song.”
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Newington gymnast Caitlin Gray, 12, was a member of a group of 19 Level 7 and 8 gymnasts from New England Gymnastics Express in Glastonbury and Newington who competed at the Pink Invitational gymnastics meet in Philadelphia this past February. The team was acknowledged as winners of the Above and Beyond challenge having raised a record breaking $11,141.50 for the Unite for HER charity, almost $3,000 ahead of the second placed team. The girls met 2008 Olympic Allaround gold medalist, Nastia Liukin and were presented with a pink block mat for the gym signed by Nastia. Unite for HER was founded by Pennsylvania gymnastics coach Sue Weldon five years ago with the aim to support and empower breast cancer patients and educate young
women on the importance of healthy living and early breast cancer identification. The Pink Invitational meet is an important fundraiser for the charity. With over 2,600 gymnasts representing 87 teams from 13 states, the Pink Invitational has grown in a short period of time to become one of the biggest gymnastics meets in the USA. As a result of the team’s fundraising effort, Weldon was in Connecticut on July 18 to present a check for $3,000 to support breast cancer programs at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. The girls chose St. Francis Hospital in honor of one of the Gymnastics Express owners, Laurie Scanlon. Congratulations to Caitlin and all the GET Pink! gymnasts from Gymnastics Express for their incredible effort and a job well done!
Newington gymnast Caitlin Gray, 12, joined gymnasts from New England Gymnastics Express to compete at the Pink Invitational in Philadelphia. The team won the Above and Beyond challenge, having raised a record-breaking $11,141 for the Unite for HER charity, which supports breast cancer patients.
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State’s cash-starved pension funds get a boost from Wall Street By KEITH M. PHANEUF CONNECTICUTMIRROR
The state’s cash-starved pension programs got a boost over the last fiscal year, earning an average of nearly 11.5 percent on their investments, Treasurer Denise L. Nappier reported. The majority of the $2.8 billion in added market value involved pension programs for retired state employees and public school teachers. But the state also overseas the Municipal Employees Retirement Fund, which covers benefits to approximately 190,000 retired workers, primarily from city and town government service. “This speaks to the soundness of the funds’ overall portfolio composition,” Nappier said. “It also bears noting that the governor and General Assembly, by fully funding the annual required contribution, has given us the chance to invest that contribution and generate double-digit
returns. That growth is an essential component of the state’s strategy to reduce its unfunded pension liabilities, which should be welcome news to our pension fund beneficiaries and Connecticut’s taxpayers.” Gov. Dannel P. Malloy launched a longterm initiative starting last fiscal year to reverse decades of under-funding
since the effort began. The state employees retirement system has been the weakest of the pension programs. As of the last actuarial valuation on June 30, 2012, the fund had $9.7 billion worth of assets, enough to cover just over 42 percent of its $23 billion worth of long-term obligations. This marked an all-time low in the nearly 30-year history of this fund. Analysts typically cite 80 percent as a healthy funded ratio. The teachers’ retirement fund has fared much better, but it was bolstered five years ago when the legislature and Gov. M. Jodi Rell agreed to put $2 billion on the state’s credit card to beef up that pension plan. As of June 30, 2012, the teachers’ pension fund had $13.7 billion worth of assets, enough to cover 55.2 percent of its $24.9 billion in long-term liabilities. Nappier noted late last week that the average investment return of
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GOP town committee announces slate of candidates Council Minority Leader Delbuono endorsed for mayor; council, BOE hopefuls named
“Beth is an outstanding individual,” said Republican Committee Newington Republicans are hop- Vice Chairman Paul Vessella. “She ing to regain leadership in town after is a very approachable person and the November we felt she would election. best represent Last week the Republican the Republican values we were Town Committee going for this announced its election.” endorsement of Seeking a Beth DelBuono, fifth term on the council minority council is John leader, for Mayor. “Jay” Bottalico, DelBuono, 44, 75, a retired served for four design engineer terms on the board with General prior, and works Electric. Joining for the Capitol him in the runRegion Education ning is David Council as a Nagel, 67, up for speech and lana fourth term. guage pathologist. PAUL VESSELLA Before retiring, According to Republican Committee Vice Chair- Nagel worked in DelBuono, her man East Hartford focus in runschools for over ning for mayor is to keep taxes low 35 years. while maintaining town services and Fellow incumbent Maureen Klett, improving transparency. 60, has served the town on both the By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
“Beth is an outstanding individual,. She is a very approachable person and we felt she would best represent the Republican values we were going for this election.”
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Newington Democrats hope to keep council, board majority By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
Right now Newington Democrats serve as 5-4 majority on both the Board of Education and Town Council and they hope to continue in leadership after the November election. At its meeting Monday, the Democratic Town Committee endorsed Mayor Steve Woods, a lifelong Newington resident, for reelection. In running again, Woods said he’s hoping to continue progress on economic development projects he started this term, like garnering $2 million to demolish the blighted National Welding site and also bringing new life to Northwood Plaza with the Best Yet Market, set to open this fall. Woods, 59, is vice president of Stonehedge Landscaping. While nominating him for mayor Monday, Town Councilor Clarke Castelle said it was Woods’ “character, leadership and accomplishments” that would serve best to lead Newington over the next two years. “He’s wonderful as a leader while giving his colleagues a chance to be heard,” added Castelle, citing Woods’ relationships with town
officials and state legislators as another strong point. Castelle, 66, is up for a second term on the council, with two years of board experience prior. Before retiring, he spent 35 years in banking and insurance and is now a substitute teacher. In seeking a second term, he joins Terry Borjeson, 64, council majority leader, chairperson of the CTFastrak Committee and on the Capitol Region Council of Governments’ Policy Board. Hoping to return to her longtime council seat is Myra Cohen, 88, who has served the town for the last 22 years. New Democrats seeking seats are Aden Baume and James Marocchini. Baume, 28, a catain in the U.S. Army, received an Iraqi Service Ribbon overseas and a Combat Action Badge. He is currently attending law school. Marocchini, 35, is foreman of Stonehedge Landscaping and chairman of the town’s Economic Development Commission. Among Board of Education members hoping for another term is Sharon Braverman, 65, who has lived in town almost 40 years and served on the board the last eight. She is the assistant dean for
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At left, a small crowd gathered at The Black Rose Tavern Monday night for the Newington Democratic Town Committee’s annual Endorsement Convention. At top right, Elizabeth McDonald, one of two newcomers to the Board of Education’s Democratic slate speaks to the audience. At bottom right, Mayor Steve Woods addresses the crowd.
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Future star On July 16 at the Gold Cup at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Newington resident Beckham Alderucci, was an on-field escort for both games. For the first game, he escorted Cuban National player Jorge Luis Corrales (No. 13) onto the field and then for the second game, he escorted United States national team player Stuart Holden (No. 11).
NEWINGTON — Town residents are about to benefit from a national backpack giveaway campaign. The Cellular Connection, the largest Verizon Premium Wireless Retailer in the U.S., in a joint effort with its customers, announces today that it will be donating 60,000 backpacks full of school supplies to children through its School Rocks Backpack Giveaway initiative. More than 400 participating TCC stores across the U.S. are inviting local families to bring their children to the store between noon and 2 p.m. on Aug. 3 to pick up a backpack filled with pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders, glue and more. Backpacks will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. The participating store in Newington is located at 2434 Berlin Turnpike. Each participating TCC store will donate between 100 and 150 backpacks. Any leftover backpacks will be donated to local schools. Newington residents have also joined the cause. Since the beginning of May, TCC customers have been given the option to round their purchases up to the nearest dollar with the difference going directly toward the School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. According to the National Retail Federation, the average person with children in grades K-12 will spend $95.44 on school supplies such as notebooks, pencils and backpacks. On top of that, nearly 16 million children in the U.S. live in poverty. TCC is doing its part to ensure that as many children as possible are set up for educational success. More information about the School Rocks Backpack Giveaway initiative is available on YouTube. Supporters of the cause are encouraged to use hashtag #TCCRocks on Instagram and Twitter to help spread the word. To learn more about TCC, visit www.ecellularconnection.com. Consumers can also find more information about the company at http://www.facebook. com/tcctalk and www.twitter.com/tcctalk.
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NEWINGTON — A friend is more than a shoulder to lean on, or a crutch to help us stand. Friends can be motivators that ignite confidence and spark movement. In Tony Simoes’s case, it was a friend who inspired him to become active in his own battle against multiple sclerosis. It all started with a tingling sensation in his legs. It was not overwhelming, so Simoes ignored the slight irritation. A week passed, and the feeling passed, too. Then, just a few months later, the feeling came back — only this time it was exacerbated. It engulfed his entire left side, from his arm down to his foot. Simoes also noticed a loss of strength on the other side, in his right foot. He knew it was time to consult a doctor. Just months away from his wedding day in 2002, Simoes was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. “I shut down,” said Simoes, of who resides in Newington with his wife, Christine. “I was in denial and didn’t want to think or worry about what it meant to have MS.” Simoes spent the next eight years keeping his diagnosis private. To him, MS was a battle he would face on his own. “In the beginning, I had the support I needed from my brideto-be,” said Simoes, recalling Christine’s strong commitment amidst their wedding plans. “I wasn’t eager to share my diagnosis with anyone, but a few years ago, it got to the point where I could no longer conceal the battle I had been fighting internally for so long. My friends and coworkers started to notice something was different, and when I finally told them that I was living with MS, my circle of support expanded greatly.”
Simoes, who works as the head custodian in the Hartford school district, feels the burden of multiple sclerosis most during the summer months, when temperatures spike. One summer when he was working in a building without air conditioning, he became so worn down that he was put on IV steroids. “The heat drains me,” said Simoes. “I need to take frequent breaks just to cool down my body.” After years of keeping his diagnosis quiet, Simoes decided to share it with one of his closest friends, Henry Rodriguez. The two had met while attending a mechanics class in high school, and quickly became friends. Even after Rodriguez enlisted with the U.S. Marines, the pair remained in contact. Nearly 20 years after graduating, the friends are still riding their motorcycles together, talking cars and every now and then going to the shooting range. While the activities were the same, Rodriguez, now a police officer in Newington, noticed that Simoes was struggling on his motorcycle. He saw fatigue challenge his best friend. It was then that he decided that he needed to understand what Simoes was going through. “I knew nothing about multiple sclerosis,” said Rodriguez, now a resident of Bloomfield. “But I knew I had to help Tony any way I could.” In order to stay healthy, Rodriguez, who still loves to ride his motorcycle, decided to give another set of wheels a chance. So, a few years ago, he picked up cycling. He then discovered a way he could pair his new passion for cycling with his determination to help Simoes.
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Henry Rodrigues, of Bloomfield, at left, poses with childhood friend, Tony Simoes, of Newington, before a training ride for the the 2013 Bike MS: Cardio Express Ride. Rodrigues is riding in support of Simoes, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2002.
“Sometimes you want to do things for your friends and family that you can’t,” said Rodriguez. “I wish I could be at his house everyday helping him, but because I can’t be there all of the time, I decided riding my bike was something that I could do.” Last year, Rodriguez participated for the first time in the Bike MS: Cardio Express Ride, completing a 50-mile route. During the time leading up to his ride, he raised funds in the name of his best friend for the National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter. “I wrote a short story about Tony and started to raise awareness on Facebook. I asked for any help that people were willing to give,” said Rodriguez. “It was amazing. I had donations coming in from all over the country — from complete strangers.” Rodriguez, captain of AntSims Expressway, a name inspired by Simoes, was able to raise $1,200 last year for the National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter. This year Rodriguez plans to ride the 50-mile route again and has set a
goal of $2,500. “Henry lit the fire,” said Simoes. “I never had the ‘oomph’ to get involved, but he motivated me and my family to do something.” Since Rodriguez participated in the Bike MS: Cardio Express Ride last year, the Simoes family got together to raise money and formed a team for Walk MS this past April. Christine captained the team, Triple T – Tony the Tiger Team, and raised $1,700 in honor of her husband for the National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter. “Henry really started to fight with Tony, and for Tony,” said Christine Simoes. “He got us all involved in the community and we were propelled by Henry’s excitement.” This year marks the 18th anniversary of the Bike MS: Cardio Express Ride. In its history, more than 2,000 cyclists have pedaled over 200,000 miles to raise more than $1 million to support local chapter programs and services as well as scientific research to find a cure for multiple sclerosis. This year, the National MS Society,
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Connecticut Chapter hopes to raise $110,000. “Henry is such a supportive friend,” said Simoes. “He motivated me and inspired me to get involved.” More than 6,000 Connecticut residents, like Simoes, are affected by multiple sclerosis, a potentially debilitating disease affecting the central nervous system. The cause is unknown and there is currently no cure for MS. Symptoms can include, among other things, numbness in the limbs, difficulties with vision and speech, stiffness, loss of mobility and, in some more severe cases, total paralysis. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot be predicted. “I had no other means of spreading awareness other than getting involved,” said Rodriguez. “So that’s exactly what I did, I got involved for Tony.” The Bike MS: Cardio Express Ride, presented by Cashman + Katz, will be held Sunday, Sept. 8, beginning at the historic Boathouse at Riverside Park, in Hartford. The city to country ride, which includes 75-, 50- and 25-mile routes, will travel across three bridges, the Founders Bridge, the Charter Oak Bridge and the Arrigoni Bridge. Finish line festivities include a barbecue lunch, live band, local vendors offering product samples, free massage therapy and more. Funds raised by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter, through events, such as Bike MS, ensure ongoing scientific research to find better treatments and a cure, as well as to provide vital programs and services offered by the chapter to those in the state living with multiple sclerosis. For more information on the 2013 Bike MS: Cardio Express Ride, presented by Cashman + Katz, or to donate, visit www.ctfightsMS.org.
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50 years after graduation, classmates reunite, fall in love Continued from Page 1
The fact that he was living in Maryland and she was in Connecticut would have posed an obstacle for any other couple, but not them. A supervisor with U.S. Airways, Stanley flew up one morning soon after the reunion just to take Jackie out for brunch. “It was like she was 16 all over again,” said Colleen Kornichuk, a close friend. “She was giggling constantly and so happy she could cry.” The pair is now in the process of moving Jackie’s things to Maryland. They will be married Friday, July 26 at St. Mary Parish in Newington. “I had absolutely no intention
of ever getting married again after Canyon next year,” adds Jackie. A tone of delight can be sensed being married before for 42-anda-half years,” says Stanley, whose in her voice when she cautions about her fiancé’s sense first wife passed away of humor. two-and-a-half years ago. “We have a lot of fun “The more time I spent together — we laugh a with Jackie the more I lot.” realized that the good “She’s one hot chick,” Lord watches over me. says Stanley, before takWhatever door closes for ing on a more serious me, he’s always opened tone. “She’s fun to be another one,” he said. with. She’s my life.” He’s planning on retiring in a few years, after STANLEY SENK Erica Schmitt can be which the couple will have the chance to travel more reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. together — a passion of theirs. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald. They’ve already been to Florida com. and Tennessee and will honeyStanley Senk and Jackie Ginelewicz, former classmates at New Britain moon in Paris after the wedding. High School, reunited at their Class of 1962 reunion in October 2012 and “He wants to go to the Grand
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p.m. every Wednesday on the cross country trails behind Wallace Middle School, 3k and 5k races, free event/ prizes. Contact jaykrusell@yahoo.com for further information. BOSTON BOMBING WITNESS TO SPEAK JULY 29: When the Marathon bombers exploded two weapons of mass destruction Newington executive Harold Kramer found himself in the thick of rescue efforts. The public is invited to hear him tell of the on-site reaction to the disaster’s aftermath at 7 p.m. Monday, July 29 at the monthly free speaker program of the Newington Kiwanis Club in the Great Room of the Paradise Pizza Restaurant, 10 East St., New Britain. Kramer’s comments will likely be of interest to EMT’s, CERT people, police, fire, medical and amateur radio personnel. Kramer besides being Chief Operating Officer of the Newington-based 154,000 member ARRL National Association for Amateur Radio, had volunteered as an FCC licensed Amateur Radio Operator WJ1B and had been assigned to provide personal communication for Boston Marathon Medical Director Chris Troyanos to relay messages back and forth for him via the dozens of volunteer radio “hams” in the Course Communications team for which the radio hams have volunteered for years. Admission is free and drop-ins are welcome. Those who wish to dine should come early before the program. The restaurant’s regular cash menu will be available. Directions and information are available by calling (860) 667-2864. CUT-A-THON: Hair on The Square, 148 Market Square, will host a Cut-a-Thon from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 and all haircuts are $10! All the
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spot by calling Lori DiPietro, Health Educator, at (860) 721-2824. MS SUPPORT GROUP: The Newington MS Support Group meets at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St., from noon to 2 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. There are more than 6,000 Connecticut residents diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), an oftentimes debilitating disease affecting the
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and movement program for 3 and 4 year-olds featuring books that “sing” and lots of music! Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register.
DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Going through divorce, thinking about getting a divorce, already divorced, or relationship breakup. There is a caring group of people who have been exactly where you are now, this group meets every Friday night at 7 p.m. (except Good Friday and the Friday after
Thanksgiving) at First Church of Christ, 250 Main St., Wethersfield. HAIR ON THE SQUARE CUT-A-THON: On Saturday, Aug. 24 from 12 to 2 p.m. Hair on the Square, 148 Market Square, is hosting a cut-a-thon and all haircuts are $10. All the proceeds are going to the Newington Parks and Recreation Department. For information, contact Tracy (203) 578-0489.
LIBRARY CALENDAR GOTTA SING — GOTTA DANCE! Monday evenings in July and August, 6:30 p.m. Join Bob Larsson for the screening of four classic movie musicals. Popcorn and lemonade provided. Aug. 12 — “Blue Skies” (1946) starring Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire and Joan Caulfield. Songs by Irving Berlin. A singing nightclub owner and a dancer compete for the same girl. The singer wins but then loses her. How can he win her back? Aug. 26 – “Lovely to Look At” (1952) starring Kathryn Grayson, Howard Keel, Red Skelton and Marge and Gower Champion. Music by Jerome Kern, lyrics by Otto Harbach. An American inherits half interest in a Paris fashion house. When he and some friends go to Paris, they find that the salon is in financial trouble and decide to stage a mammoth fashion show to solve the problem. TEEN PICTIONARY TOURNAMENT: Monday, July 29, 6 to 8 p.m. Do you have mad drawing skills? Come in from the heat for a fast and furious game of Pictionary! Don’t know what Pictionary is? Come by to check it out! Snacks and prizes will be available. Call the library at (860) 665-8700 to register. MOVIES AND MORE AT THE LIBRARY: “The Impossible,” Tuesday, July 30, 1 p.m. Tracking one family’s harrowing experiences, this gripping drama depicts the chaos generated by the massive 2004 tsunami in Southeast Asia. Starring Naomi Watts and Ewan McGregor. Please pick up your free ticket at the Adult Information Desk. Refreshments will be served. Rated PG-13. Running time is 114 minutes. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. THE CASEY FAMILY SINGS! AND MORE! Tuesday, July 30, 6:30 p.m. Bring the whole family and neighbors, too! Delight to the many styles and songs of the Casey Family. Music teacher, bandleader and jazz pianist Chris Casey and his wife Jennifer, a Suzuki violin teacher, have been performing with their daughters for nine years. The five girls, ranging in age from 9 to 16, sing and play drums, piano, violin and guitar alongside their parents. You’ll hear many favorites from this incredibly talented family. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. PHOTOGRAPHY, ARTWORK EXHIBIT: Through July 30, Newington resident Pat Moore will display his photographs and drawings in the Community Room of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library, 95 Cedar St. Viewers are encouraged to call before coming to make sure the room is free.
Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. (860) 665-8700. PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBIT: From Aug. 5 to Aug. 31, Roy Zartarian will be displaying his photographic exhibit at the library. Entitled “Winged Things Again,” the exhibit will feature photographs of birds and butterflies. A naturalist by avocation, Zartarian has been chasing birds and butterflies for many years. He has led nature walks and field trips for Farmington’s Hillstead Museum, Hartford’s Cedar Hill Cemetery, Windsor’s Northwest Park, as well as the Hartford Audubon Society, the Lucy Robbines Welles Library and Newington Parks and Recreations department. He has presented several informational programs on winged things to schools, garden clubs and other organizations. The Connecticut Audubon Society selected his photographs for its exhibits at the now defunct Essex Eagle Festival. His photographs appear in three species accounts in the online Butterflies and Moths of North America Project. Also, the Vermont Natural Heritage Inventory now holds several of Zartarian’s photographs as documentation of the first known nesting of Sandhill cranes at a site in northern Vermont. Currently the president of the Connecticut Butterfly Association, he is a member of the Hartford and Connecticut Audubon Societies, the Connecticut Ornithological Association, and is active in Newington’s Save Cedar Mountain movement. He has also assisted in compiling environmental surveys for grassroots open space preservation efforts in Rocky Hill and New London. The exhibit may be viewed during regular library hours when the Community Room is not being used for a scheduled program: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (860) 6658700. Admission is free.
FREE EBOOKS & EMAGAZINES: Thursday, Aug. 8, 11 a.m. Come see how easy it is to download free eBooks and eMagazines to your computer, iPad, NOOK, Kindle, Android or Smartphone. MURDER MYSTERY: Friday, Aug. 9, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Fog creeps in … rain starts to fall … thunder cracks… and lightning illuminates a DEAD BODY! Join us for an after hours murder mystery. Come out for a meal, have fun and possibly solve a mystery! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. SUMMER JAZZ STANDARDS: Wednesday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. Join jazz singer Shenel Johns and pianist Sam Parker for an evening of jazz standards. Both performers recently graduated from the Hartt School where Parker now works accompanying jazz vocalists and often performs with Ed Fast and Conga Bop, Steve Davis and Shawnn Monteiro and others. Influenced by Nancy Wilson, Ella Fitzgerald and Betty Carter, Shenel has been performing around New England since the age of 14 and has opened for Sheila Jordan, Hank Jones and Harold Mayburn and has also toured internationally. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
LUNCH BUNCH: Wednesdays through Aug. 14, noon Children entering kindergarten through grade 2, are invited to bring their lunch and dig up some big fun with us each week. A detailed is available at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. AFTERNOON HEAT: Thursdays through Aug. 15, 2 p.m. Join us for an hour filled with fun and creative activities. Children entering grades 3-6 may call the Children’s Department at (860) 6658720 to register beginning two weeks prior to each program. A detailed flyer is available at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. GARDEN WIGGLERS: Mondays through Aug. 19, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Stories, songs and playtime for children 9-24 months, siblings and their caregivers. T-REX TWO’S: Wednesdays through Aug. 21, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Stories, songs and playtime for children 24 months and older, siblings and their caregivers. READER RABBITS: Thursdays through Aug. 22, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Storytime for children ages 3-6.
ADULT SUMMER READING FINALE — GROUNDBREAKING READS! Friday, Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m. In the library under the atrium. Join us for refreshments and prizes for adults registered in the summer reading program. The drawings for the grand prizes begin at 7:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
PLAY WITH US! Tuesdays through Aug. 27, 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 necessary.
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GARDEN CLUB: Schedule of events is available in the Children’s Department. We’re starting a Garden Club for families and gardeners who will help run the library garden. Call the Children’s Department to register at (860) 665-8720. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The garden will be planted with donations from the Eddy Farm, Home Depot and Frink Garden Center. The programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
SUMMER SATURDAYS: Stop in anytime on Saturdays and check out our Maker Space. Create a craft or cool gadget.
EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: Thursday, Aug. 1, 7 p.m. This month’s book is “11/22/63” by Stephen King. All interested readers are invited to attend.
FAMILY STORYTIME: Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration is necessary.
DIGGING THROUGH HISTORY: ARCHAEOLOGY AND RELIGION FROM ATLANTIS TO THE HOLOCAUST: Monday, Aug. 5, 7 p.m. Dr. Richard A. Freund, author of eight books and Director of the Maurice Greenberg Center for Judaic Studies at the University of Hartford, will discuss his latest book which explains archaeological mysteries from the ancient city of Atlantis, to one of the newest — excavating an extermination camp abandoned during the Holocaust. Books will be
TURTLE DANCE & MUSIC: Saturday, Aug. 3, 10:30 a.m. Join Alex and Matt as they lead children of all ages and abilities through participatory, movement-based songs. Children get to try out different instruments while experiencing the music and having fun. Call the Children’s Department to register at (860) 6658720. READ, RATTLE AND ROLL! Tuesday, Aug. 6 and 20, noon. Welcome to a music
DIG INTO READING — Children can help us kick off a great summer of reading! Sign up for our online summer reading program, play games with D.J. Bob, go crazy in the Bouncy House, and more! Sign up for summer reading online at www.newingtonct.gov/library or come down to the library to register.
GROUNDBREAKING READS — Teens can sign up for summer reading on computers that will be available for this special occasion. Teens who register at the kick-off will receive two prize tickets they can use in weekly prize drawings and the grand prize drawing. Sign up for summer volunteer opportunities at the teen table. Adults are welcome to register for the reading program if they haven’t done so already. ANNUAL BUDDY BAKE-OFF: Wednesday, July 31, 6:30 p.m. Children, grab your apron and an adult! Grownups, grab your apron and a child! Pair up and bake your favorite goodie and bring it to the library along with one copy of the recipe for us to keep. Taste all the entries and help pick the winning teams. Prizes awarded! Entry fee is a non-perishable food item for the Newington Food Bank. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 6658720 to register your team. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. TECH SANDBOX: Monday, July 29 and Aug. 5, 6:30 p.m. Children entering grades 1 and up are invited to bring their own device or just stop in to our computer lab to learn about our website. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register beginning July 15, and most importantly, bring your library card and device, if you have one, to the class. STEAMPUNK JEWELRY: Tuesday, Aug. 6, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Grades 6 to 12. Learn how to make custom jewelry pieces using unusual items. Steampunk jewelry combines parts of antique timepieces, skeleton keys, small locks, cogs, gears and compass parts. Guys are welcome to attend, too! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. SKATING PARTY: Thursday, Aug. 8, 10 a.m. to noon. Let’s go ice skating! Join us at the Newington Arena for a skating party. Entrance fee is $5 and ice skates may be borrowed for free. Please bring your own skates if possible to ensure availability. No registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. NUTMEG CELEBRATION: Monday, Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m. Receive a raffle ticket for each 2014 Nutmeg Book Award nominee you read during the summer. Then join us for refreshments, the announcement of raffle winners, and the opportunity to talk about your favorite books. Winners need not be present. No registration is necessary. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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NEWINGTON (Candlewyck area) Colonial: 4BR, 2.5 bath, hardwood, eat-in granite kit, gas hot water, C/A, new roof, windows and siding, lg. deck, 2 car. $364,900. 860 667-1483 or 860 985-2545 for app’t.
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Home Furnishings 257 BED: All new, still in plastic. Extra thick queen pillow top mattress set. Can deliver. $325. (860) 298-9732.
Apartments for Rent 720 BRISTOL - 2 BR, 1st FL, w/d hkp, gas ht, pkg. Gd loc. 860-302-6717.
Vacation Rentals 760
Wanted to Buy 299 ALWAYS BUYING - Vintage electronics, Ham, CB, shortwave, radios, guitars, amps, hi-fi audio, watches. 860-707-9350.
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OLD SAYBROOK - Saybrook Manor. 3 BR. Walk to beach, no pets. 860-745-8285.
ANTIQUES. Always buying, cash paid. One item or entire estate. Clocks, military, cameras, watches, toys, posters, art, jewelry, signs, musician instruments & more. 860-718-5132.
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Vacation Properties 865 WESTBROOK, CT - Middle Beach. 3 BR Summer cottage. (860) 233-8411.
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AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING MULL BROS., INC. - We are a family business that’s been catering to your cooling & heating needs since 1945. We proudly install Lennox, American Standard, Weil McLain & other quality equipment (oil, gas & electric). We also service most makes & models. We are located next to the Wethersfield Post Office (behind the penguins and polar bears) at 61 Beaver Rd. 860- 529-8255
BASEMENT WATERPROOFING JP BACHAND BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Reliable local contractor. Hatchway leaks, foundation cracks, sub-floor drainage systems, sump pumps & yard drainage. Fully insured, free estimates, written guarantee. Our 27th year registered with CT Dept of Consumer Protection (Reg #511842). Call 860-666-9737 CERAMIC TILE LEN & JEFF SHALLER - Fix leaky showers. Regrouting in tubs.
Bath, kitchen tile installed. 37 years experience. Neat, expert workmanship. Repairs a specialty. Call 242-5805
CLEANING SERVICES Polish/English speaking woman can clean your house with care. 3rd cleaning 50% off for new clients only. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insurance Bonded. Call Kasia 860-538-4885 HOUSE, CONDO, OFFICE CLEANING Polish/English speaking lady with many years of experience. References upon request. Please call Ela at 860-348-0234 ELECTRICAL SERVICES NDC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING All aspects of electrical work, additions, new homes, renovations, pools, hottubs, etc. Main service up-grades from fuses to circuit breakers. Fast, quality workmanship. Nick 860-665-7202. CT Lic #E1-180139
GUTTER CLEANING #1 First In Reliability - We Show Up!!! One day service. Our 10th year. Reasonable rates. Senior discounts. Reliable service. Call Rob (860) 982-3300 “A West Hartford Resident” Visit our web site: robpolo.com
LAWN AND GARDEN MAINTENANCE PREMIER PROPERTy MAINTENANCE is offering Newington residents one free lawn cutting when you sign up for weekly lawn cutting service. Other services include seasonal clean-ups, mulching, rototilling, organic fertilizing, etc. Free quotes over the phone or email. Dependable owner does the work. Fully insured. Call Mike 860-205-8761. Premierproperty@cox.net PLUMBING POSITANO PLUMBING, INC. 31 years of serving Bristol and the surrounding areas. Specializing in all repairs. Plumbing & heating. Water heater replacement, boiler replacement.
CT Lic #202691, 308931. For the best repair work in the area, please call: 860-584-0012, 186 West St., Bristol. ELI THE PLUMBER All Plumbing Services Bathrooms & Kitchens Remodeled. Toilets, sinks, hot water, garbage disposals. Will respond to all calls. Licensed & Insured. 860-548-0331. 10% Discount with this Ad
REMODELING FULL SERVICE REMODELING Windows, bathrooms and kitchens. All interior and exterior home or business remodeling and handyman service. You name it - I’ve done it! Excellent references and competitive rates with over 10 years experience. BBB Accredited. Call Mike 860-690-6505 or Kris 860-348-076 today for your free estimate. Fully insured and licensed. Lic #565969.
ROOFING LA RICH, LLC - Master Elite Roofing Contractor with over 500 satisfied customers. Our workmanship is warranteed for 20 years by shingle manufacturer. Best warranty in writing. “Quality you can count on for years.” We do roof repairs, vinyl siding, windows, seamless gutters. Honest, competitive pricing. No hidden costs. Free estimates. Fully insured. Written warranties. Clean and courteous installers. CT Lic #565709. GAFELK ME #11852. 860-622-9800 or 860-747-4427. www.larichroofing.com TREE SERVICE TOTAL TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING, LLC - Fall Cleanup & Lawn Maintenenace. Commerical & Residential. 75 ft. bucket truck. Chipper, firewood, land clearing, stump grinding, tree removal. Registration #608808. Fully insured. 860-529-8389 or 860-538-0980.
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