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Modern methods Fire departments across state learn how to extract crash victims from newer vehicles
with newer and hybrid models because of a few contributing factors: high-voltage electrical sysAnyone behind the wheel of a tems, stronger steel that’s harder newer vehicle in Connecticut is to cut apart and overall, different now safer than they were before hazards to be aware of. thanks to Newington’s own: See FIREFIGHTERS, Page 3 Turnpike Motors Autobody Inc. Free The auto repair shop hosted Volume 53, No. 34 32 different fire departments from across the state recently to teach emergency responders the differences between extricating people from late model and hybrid vehicles. More than 200 firefighters from 32 departments across Connecticut took part in an exercise at Turnpike Motors Autobody Inc. in Newington to learn how to extract crash victims from newer cars including hybrids. The extrication process varies By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
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Consultant sought to help town capitalize on CTfastrak bus stop By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
While most of the attention surrounding Newington’s role in the CTfastrak has revolved around the old National Welding site on Fenn Road, a recent focus is exploring development potential for Newington Junction, where the second bus station is planned. Back in August, the town opened a Request for Proposal to developers to spark interest in the Fenn Road/Cedar Street site, but then recently decided to seek grant money to hire a consultant to look into the junction, located where West Hill Road meets Willard Avenue. “We want a consultant to prepare a site map of the area, and determine opportunities and constraints around the sites, then recommend the next steps,”
explained Town Councilor Terry Borjeson, who serves as the council’s liaison to the Capital Region Council of Governments, which will likely fund this crucial planning step. The town recently had a meeting with CRCOG to discuss the scope of the planning efforts, which will include identification of available parcels of land in the Junction area, as well as the development challenges they may pose — traffic, road, bridge, remediation and drainage issues. “Before one can really begin to plan what development the site can ensue, one first has to know what is there,” explained the town’s Economic Development Director Andy Brecher, who has been charged with the responsibility of looking into CTfastrak development possibilities. Borjeson noted that the Junction area surrounding the
proposed bus station is zoned industrial and transit-oriented development there could potentially be used for generating employment. “Right now, there are 44 projects like this going on around the country, so I think we can look at what pitfalls and good things they’ve found,” he added. There is currently an access road under construction at the Fenn Road site where National Welding sits vacant, in need of $1.5 million in funding for demolition and property remediation. The RFP will close Oct. 3, upon which town officials will analyze any proposals received from developers and use them to solicit grant money from the state to revamp the property. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.
Newington Hardware to close, owner to retire
After 31 years of sales and service, Allyn Brown has decided to retire and close Newington Hardware. “This is turning out to be one of the hardest things I have ever done, a lot of my customers and friends have come in to tell me how they are happy for me personally, but are sad that I am closing my doors,” said Allyn. Allyn grew up on Church Street
when it was all farm land. “I have 70 years here and I love the town and its people.” The business started with $24,000 and no heat to speak of. “I recall one day that first winter, a lady came in and asked if she could get warm for a few minutes. I had no business and no money. She told me how her daughter had thrown her out and she had not eaten in days, so I took five
dollars out of my wallet and gave it to her. As she left she said I will pay you back and I replied sure. “Two years later I received a thank you note with five dollars in it,” said Allyn. “I have so many fond memories and will miss all the customers and friends that I have made over the years, but, it’s time to retire and enjoy a new chapter in my life.”
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Firefighters learn modern extraction techniques Continued from Page 1
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From left, Newington Deputy Fire Chief Frank Papa, talks with Cromwell Fire Chief Steve Pendl and Newington Assistant Chief Tomas Lapierre at Thursday s seminar on extracting crash victims from newer cars and hybrids at Turnpike Motors in Newington.
“I personally own a hybrid and I recognize the unique hazards,” Doyle said. The event was dedicated to former Hartford firefighter Bill Hunt, who lost his life in July and was well-known amongst area emergency personnel. Turnpike Motors Autobody, Inc. is located at 2550 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, (860) 666-3319. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@
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Normal training exercises don’t allow them access to these new vehicles, so firefighters were especially grateful for such a rare opportunity. “They have received some unbelievably valuable experience that they would have no other way to obtain,” said Daniel Hovey, customer service manager at Turnpike Motors. Following a barbecue dinner from “Pete the Butcher,” the 200-plus firefighters joined in a classroom session before they had the chance to implement the new techniques they learned on both types of vehicles later on in the evening. Simply put, they hit the books before hitting the cars. Collision repair expert Toby Chess, who met Turnpike Motors President Doug Fernandez at an industry event a few years ago, flew down from California last week to train the group. “They know how to take them apart and we know how to put them back together,” Fernandez joked of Turnpike’s partnership with such a knowledgeable specialist, who was first invited to Newington to teach the extrication technique in 2010.But this time around, there were more emergency personnel and newer cars. “Any current make or model car has this high-strength steel technology that is harder to work with,” explained Chess, who has taught at similar events all across the country. Met Life, All State, State Farm and Travelers — Turnpike’s insurance partners, provided the hybrid vehicles, which were set up in the front parking lot and cut up using the newly-learned methodology. “We’re usually training on cars that are 10, 20, years old that we get from the junk yard,” Newington Volunteer Assistant Fire ChiefThomas Lapierre explained.“This is an excellent way to get first-hand experience.” Lapierre, along with Newington’s Deputy Chief Frank Pappa, also had the chance to catch up with fellow firefighters from the surrounding towns of Berlin, Wethersfield, Rocky Hill and Cromwell,which offer backup Task Force support in various incidents. Even Sen. Paul Doyle (D-Newington) made an appearance. Doyle, who drives a hybrid Chevy Malibu, expressed his own gratitude to fire officials as well as Fernandez, who gave him a shop tour before everyone got down to business.
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Battle expected as developers once again aim to build on Cedar Mountain By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
It’s a mirror image of last fall: steaming Newington residents fill the Town Council Chambers, passionate testimony echoes from corner to corner and bewildered town commissioners debate what should be done. Big-time builder Toll Brothers has returned to town, a revised plan for a 48-lot subdivision on Cedar Mountain in tow. The largest remaining parcel of open space left in Newington, citizens weren’t going to let the “Balf piece” (owned by Balf Co.) go without saying their piece around this time last year.Based upon commissioner feedback and a Connecticut Environmental Review Team report, the plan ignited much disapproval from residents, who have become accustomed to hiking and biking the pristine mountain trails. After the former plan was approved by the Town Plan & Zoning Commission, then denied
The most significant change is the fact that there is no wetland fill. The last plan proposed filling 1,720 sq. ft. of wetlands, to make room for by the Conservation Commission, 64 homes. There’s even an “amphibian crossattorneys, blasting experts and environmentalists returned to the drawing ing”for the real owners of the wetlands board to rethink their approach. If this week’s acceptance of the new application is any evidence, it’s likely to be another season of long nights in Town Hall. This time, the Toll Brothers have dubbed the potential luxury-home neighborhood planned “Newington Walk” and vowed to designate 61 percent of the 73 acre-parcel open space for public use. They’ve arrived armed with a proposal that employs high-tech ero- — a safe passage to undisturbed land sion and sediment control measures, for spotted salamanders, wood frog catch basin sumps and hydrodynamic and other inhabitants identified by an environmental study. separators. The application claims there are The builder’s development team “no significant impacts relative to “believes the proposal is the best inland wetlands and the watercourse alternative and most reasonable, pruor upland review and buffer areas.” dent and suitable use of the property In other words,they allege the plan with regard to the environment, open is more “green” than the surrounding space, the town of Newington and forest. future home owners.”
Town regulations permitted no presentation or public comment at the Conservation Commission’s meeting this week because the application was just submitted. However, a formal presentation will be made at their next meeting this October and per residents’ requests, it will likely be given in a clear audio-visual format. Following the presentation, the public will have a chance to make comment in a hearing. “One of the things I think this location deserves on behalf of the applicant and the town is that we have a thorough and adequate amount of time for deliberation to process the project,” Chairman Phillip Block said Tuesday. The application is available for public review so comments can be prepared prior to the upcoming hearing.It can be found in the foyer of the office of engineering,Town Hall, 131 Cedar St. The meeting will be held in the lower level of Town Hall, room 101, on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m.
The application claims there are “no significant impacts relative to inland wetlands and the watercourse or upland review and buffer areas.”
Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.
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Residents shine in production of ‘Madwoman of Chaillot’
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“The Madwoman of Chaillot,” an intriguing medley of comedy and intellect, has opened Hole In The Wall Theater’s 40th season with a bang. Jean Giraudoux’s “comic fable” pinpoints the very worst of human nature in a group of tycoons thriving on greed and thirsting for power. Within this group the desire to dig for oil meets with the funds to do so, and the end of Paris as the world knows it is near unless someone can stand up to the rapacious schemers. Thus enters the “Madwoman of Chaillot,”elegantly played by Barbara Gallow (a familiar face at HITW), and her circus of loyal oddballs who stand up for the principle that “to be alive is to be fortunate.” Ringleader Tony Palmieri as the Rag Picker explains the evil of the modern world,
saying, “These days, Countess, every cabbage has its pimp.” Gallow and Palmieri steal hearts as a pair with questionable sanity but good, steadfast morals and love for their fellow man. Opposite Gallow and Palmieri is Steve Jordan as Mr. President — of many corporations,owner of 11 villas, and a millionaire 10 times over, as he loves to inform the audience — who sucks in the delightfully naive Baron, portrayed by Dana O’Neal. O’Neal, a veteran of New Britain theater, offers comic relief as a wealthy fool who doesn’t quite grasp what’s going on but, by George, is going to be a part of it. In contrast to the villainous president and his posse is Irma (Sally Arlette-Garcia), a somewhat ditzy waitress looking for love.The viewer’s heart is warmed by Arlette-Garcia’s beautifully delivered monologue when she tells how she has never said “I love you” to any man, even though
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Not much has changed at Roma Custom Tailor over its 37 years in business, except maybe clothing styles and the type of tailoring customers request. When Claudio Roma opened up his East Cedar Street shop in 1975, he asked for his son’s help. A native of Italy, language barriers were an obstacle in running the business. Then when Marisa and Walter were married, they took over and have been churning out hemmed; pants with the waist taken in; shirts with tapered sleeves; and jackets with new zippers ever since. And it’s done the same, good old-fashioned way it was done then; that’s what keeps long-time
customers happy. If you know the Romas well, you know the service goes beyond just clothing. You know you can bring in a dog bed, curtains, or even a doll’s outfit for them to fix. That’s what being a small-scale neighborhood tailor is all about. So what’s new in the tailoring business these days, anyway?
“We specialize in more custom alterations than before,” Walter said. “People are more conscious about how they want things to fit; they’re not just wearing them how they buy them,” Marisa added. A popular style with the guys right now is shorter sleeves that show more cuff, and tapered
pants. The Romas call it “the ‘Mad Men’ look” — resembling a ‘60s-era style worn in the popular television show. Step into the shop on any given day and you might just be lucky enough to catch Claudio in action. Now 85 years old, he still stops by to help out now and then. Roma Custom Tailor and Dry
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Like the geological feature it’s named after, the 12th annual Newington Waterfall Festival is a cascade of efforts from residents, businesses, Scout troops, town officials, even the contractors who tirelessly worked in Market Square this year to beautify the street where the event takes place. It all comes together this weekend: more than 70 vendors offering everything from arts and crafts to
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The 12th annual Newington Waterfall Festival returns to town Saturday, Sept. 22, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature more than 70 vendors selling arts and crafts, food items and other services. A carnival, the Artists Chalk Walk and live music will also keep guests entertained for hours.
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When Mike Miller shows up at the Spanish Speaking Center on Cedar Street in New Britain with his box of 100 Greek yogurt cups, it’s as if Santa Claus just came to town. He calls himself “the yogurt dude.” His business card reads, “the Maia Go-to-Guy.” Miller may be one of the best advertisements for his product, Cheshire-based Maia Yogurt, sold in Big Y and IGA stores. “Kids love our flavors and you can’t beat the nutrition,”says Miller. These days, Mary Sanders, executive director of the center, welcomes just about any Greek bearing gifts, especially if they help feed the growing number of families who rely on the center for their meals. On some days the center serves as many as 70 families.
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POLICE BLOTTER Newington Police report the following: John Czop, 38, of 12 Walnut St., was charged Sept. 10 with possession of narcotics, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Miroslaw Boksz, 58, of 145 Cleveland St., New Britain, was charged Sept. 11 with third-degree assault and breach of peace. Thomas Ivers, 23, of 100 Cold Spring Road, Rocky Hill, was charged Sept. 11 with second-degree failure to appear. Peter Pulawski, 39, of 665 Main St., was charged Sept. 13 with disorderly conduct. Daniel Usher, 25, of 311 Meeting House Lane, Middletown, was charged Sept. 14 with breach of peace. Dustin Amore, 22, of 182 Route 66, Columbia, was charged Sept. 15 with simple trespass. Shane Williams, 19, of 27 Pasco St., Meriden, was charged Sept. 15 with simple trespass. Jeremy Dominique, 18, of 27 Farnes Ave., Meriden, was charged Sept. 15 with simple trespass. Andrew Hutchinson, 23, of 105 Rhodes St., New Britain, was charged Sept. 18 with operating a motor vehicle with suspended license, operating a motor vehicle with tinted windows, identity theft, criminal impersonation and interfering with an officer. Janusz Oldakowski, 43, of 123 Fox Run Court, was charged Sept. 15 with second-degree breach of peace and fourth-degree negligent hunting. Luis Galarza, 42, of 28 Bolton St., Hartford, was charged Sept. 17 with second-degree failure to appear. Zachary Brysgel, 26, of 362 Cypress Road, was charged Sept. 17 with disorderly conduct. Davina Dulong, 28, of 362 Cypress Road, was charged Sept. 17 with disorderly conduct. Donald Carr, 63, of 158 Paddock Ave., Meriden, was charged Sept. 18 with disorderly conduct. Lois Blanch, 72, of 64 Cottonwood Road, was charged Sept. 18 with criminal lockout and disorderly conduct.
LIBRARY CALENDAR FAMILY STORYTIME: Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration necessary. CHESS CLASSES (NEW PROGRAM): Tuesdays, Oct. 2 to Nov. 6, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Children in kindergarten through grade 4, who are interested in playing chess and possibly joining a competitive team, are invited to join us for a six-week course taught by Alexander Lumelsky, an experienced chess instructor.The course will concentrate on learning the game and will include practice games. Some chess boards will be available for use. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. EXPLORETOGETHER! Tuesday, Oct. 9, 3:45 p.m.What makes a bridge? Each team will measure, cut and build a bridge that will hold up under pressure. Explorers in grades 1-4 may call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register beginning Sept. 25. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR SPECIAL FRIENDS SERIES: Tuesday, Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m. Have you ever wondered what life is like for a parent with a child with special needs? What special problems
do they face? Teachers, community workers and any interested persons are invited to listen and talk to a panel of parents about the typical day in the life of a special needs family.Co-sponsored by Newington SEPTA. ROXY’S FOREVER HOME: Saturday, Oct. 13, 10:15 a.m.Teresa Pelham, author and dog lover, will talk about the journey involved in adopting her dog Roxy. Roxy will also be along to show you some of her special tricks. Books will be available for purchase and signing. All ages are welcome. No registration required. PUMPKIN DECORATING: Tuesday, Oct. 16, 4 to 6 p.m. Come join us to see who can create the best fall pumpkin. The Outback Restaurant will supply the library with pumpkins for children to decorate (one per family) and then we’ll deliver those decorated pumpkins to the restaurant for their Halloween Pumpkin Contest held Oct. 31. All contestants will win a free prize from Outback. Bring your own pumpkin to decorate if you want to take it home and any special decorating supplies that you will need. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register beginning Oct. 2.
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LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH! Calling all children from birth through eighth grade who live in Newington! Come to the Children’s Department any time through Sept. 30 to sign up for a library card and receive a free goody bag (new registrants only). PLAY FOR ALL!: Saturday, Sept. 22, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Come join us for a special needs playgroup giving parents the opportunity to talk, support and encourage each other, while allowing their children time to play and socialize together. Co-sponsored by Newington UNICO. BABIES, BOOKS, BOUNCE AND
BUBBLES: Monday, Sept. 24, 9:15 a.m. Back by popular demand, a fall program for our youngest library fans! Babies, ages 0-12 months, and their caregivers will enjoy a stimulating, age-appropriate program that will gently introduce them to the library. Babies will also receive a Welcome to the Library gift bag. Call (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
children. Meet other families and talk with librarians and child development experts as you play and read with your child. Find out about community services that can help you and your family. Brothers and sisters under 5 are invited to join the fun. Register in person or by calling (860) 665-8720. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. *A light supper will be served before the evening session.
EAT FOR YOUR LIBRARY! Stop by the library and buy a ticket for $20 to eat lunch at the Newington Outback Steakhouse Saturday, Sept. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The lunch includes steak, chicken, salad, potato, bread, cheesecake and a non-alcoholic beverage. Have a great meal at the Outback Restaurant and support the Lucy Robbins Welles Library, too.
PARENT – CHILD WORKSHOP: Mondays, Oct. 1 to Oct. 22 (not Oct. 8), 6 to 7:30 p.m. *Tuesdays, Sept. 25 to Oct. 16, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Family Place is presenting a four-week series of free workshops for parents and their 1 to 3-year-old
TALES TO TAILS: Saturday, Sept. 29, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children who need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 15 minute session reading to Jessie, a certified therapy dog. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register.
FALL DROP-IN WEEKLY STORYTIMES: Oct. 1 to Nov. 15. Our regular fall weekly storytimes for ages 9 months through 6 years. To choose the right one for your child, pick up a detailed schedule in the Children’s Department or check our webpage at
ing begins after signing-in just after 7 a.m. and continues until 2 p.m. Festival attendees can enjoy walking among the artists and watching them hard at work on their chalk creations. Once the artists are finished, the judging begins. A panel of three members of the Newington Art League will judge the Chalk Walk. Works will be judged on overall impact, creativity, color, value, composition, and effective use of medium. Prizes will be awarded to both adult and junior first, second and third-place winners. Prizes, which have included both cash, gift certificates and merchandise, are awarded to the winners at the end of the event. Go to newingtonwaterfallfestival.com for additional information including Chalk Walk tips and application forms.
ington, Rocky Hill, and Wethersfield. There is a limit of five patients per day, so reserve your spot by calling Hilary Norcia at (860) 665-8571.
www.newingtonct.gov/library. READ, RATTLE AND ROLL! Tuesday, Oct. 2, noon. Welcome to a music 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 beginning Sept. 18. CONSTRUCTION CLUB: Saturday, Oct. 6, 1 to 2 p.m. Come to our monthly gathering to build projects with Lego bricks. Due to safety concerns, only people age 7 and older will be allowed in the room. Call the Children’s Department to register beginning Sept. 22. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
LIBRARY CALENDAR MEET THE CANDIDATES: The Newington Democratic Town Committee will be hosting a Meet the Candidates on Thursday, October 4th from 5 to 7 p.m. at Black Rose Tavern, 1076 Main Street, Newington. State Senator Paul Doyle, State Representatives Sandy Nafis, Rick Lopes and Tony Guerrera will be on hand to greet you and answer your questions. Also in attendance will be Newington’s Mayor Stephen Woods. Refreshments will be provided with a cash bar. MUSEUM, ATTRACTION PASSES AVAILABLE: Thanks to a generous donation from the Friends of the Library, the Lucy Robbins Welles Library offers museum and attraction passes to more than 30 area venues. These passes offer free or reduced price admission to places like the Beardsley Zoo, Hill-Stead Museum, the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, Norman Rockwell Museum, Wadsworth Atheneum, and Mystic Aquarium. Passes may be reserved in advance with a valid library card either by using the library’s web site www. newingtonct.gov/library or by calling the library at (860) 665-8700. A complete listing of all the passes available and their terms and conditions are also on the library’s web site or in a brochure available at the library. CRAFTERS, VENDORS SOUGHT FOR ST. MARY CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR: St. Mary Women’s Club in Newington is looking for crafters and vendors for its Christmas Craft Fair Sunday, Nov. 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. To reserve your space or for more information, call Joanne Andrews at (860) 666-8927. TEMPLE SINAI HIGH HOLY DAYS SERVICES: At Conard High School, West Hartford: Kol Nidre Service, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25;Yom Kippur Family Service, 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26;Yom Kippur Morning Service, 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26; At Temple Sinai:Yom Kippur Concluding Service, 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 26, followed by Sisterhood’s Break Fast. TEMPLE SINAI SUKKOT AND SIMCHAT TORAH SERVICES: Sukkot Service, 6:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30; Sukkot Service, 10:30 a.m. Monday,
Oct. 1; Simchat Torah Service, 6:00 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7; Simchat Torah Service, 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 8. NEWINGTON FARMERS MARKET: The Newington Farmers Market is held every Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the municipal parking lot center green. The market will run until late October. For further information, contact Val Ginn at (860) 571-0084 after 5 p.m. FLOWER POWER PAINTINGS: Maria Vilcinskas will exhibit her flower paintings of large blooms that explode color and literally burst off the canvas, during the month of September in the Newington Senior & Disabled Center’s cafeteria, 120 Cedar St. Hours: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. week days and 1 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. The spirit of “Home Coming,” a painting of personal expression by Maria Vilcinskas, will resonate with any family who experienced waiting for a loved one to return from military deployment. View this work and others during September in the South Foyer of the Newington Senior and Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St. NVFD CO. 3 ANNUAL FALL MUM SALE: The Newington Volunteer Fire Department Co. 3 will hold its 3rd Annual Fall Mum Sale Sept. 22-23 at Co. 3 on West Hill Road. Mums cost $6 each or five for $25. CALL TO ARTISTS: SIGN UP FOR CHALK WALK COMPETITION AT NEWINGTON WATERFALL FESTIVAL: The 9th annual Newington Waterfall Festival to be held Saturday, Sept. 22, (rain date Sept. 29) features a Chalk Walk competition on the pavement on Market Square in the center of downtown Newington. Artists can sign up (for adults age 15 and up the registration is $20 and juniors age 8 to 14 the fee is $5.) for an assigned square on the pavement. Adult artists work in a 6 x 6 square while juniors age 8 to 14 work in a 3 x 3 square. Artists will be provided with a set of 24 chalk pastels to create their artistic masterpieces. They will also be given carpet squares to kneel on, a free lunch coupon and a bottle of water. Artists are permitted to supplement with their own art supplies, but only waterbased materials are allowed. The creat-
GOING THROUGH,IN THE PROCESS,OR THINKING ABOUT GETTING A DIVORCE?: There is a “Divorce Support Group” to help you get through this major life-altering event with very caring, sensitive people who have been where you are. This group meets at First Church of Christ, 250 Main St., Wethersfield, on the second and fourth Fridays of the month at 7 p.m. The next meeting is Sept. 28. GIRLS TRAVEL BASKETBALL TRYOUTS: Tryouts for Newington Girl’s Travel Basketball will take place Sept. 24, 26 and 28 at the Mortensen Community Center. Combined fifth and sixth-grade tryouts will take place at 5:30 p.m.; seventh grade at 6:30 p.m. and eighth grade at 7:30 p.m. each night. The season will start with practices that are held twice a week starting in mid-October and games take place on both Saturdays and Sundays from November through February. For more information, contact Jennifer Walker, girl’s travel coordinator at (860) 6908181 or jenniferwalker72@att.net. FREE DENTAL CLEANING CLINIC FOR ADULTS AGE 60 AND OLDER: With funding from the North Central Area Agency on Aging, The Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD), in collaboration with Apple Rehab of Rocky Hill, will offer a free dental cleaning clinic Sept. 21 from 8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.at Apple Rehab, 45 Elm St., Rocky Hill. All patients registering must reside in the following towns: Berlin, New-
AUDITIONS FOR “JUNIE B. JONES IN JINGLE BELLS BATMAN SMELLS” AT NCTC: The Newington Children’s Theatre Company invites children, ages 8 to 18, to audition for “Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells Batman Smells,” written by Allison Gregory, Sept. 24, 27 and 28 by appointment. Adapted from the popular Junie B. Jones children’s book series by Barbara Park, this hilarious Christmas tale is sure to make even the scrooges in the crowd chuckle. In Junie B. Jones’ world, things are very clear — Christmas means you get presents, elf costumes are awesome, and May is a blabbermouth tattletale. Things are going so well, until Junie B. pulls May as her Secret Santa! With Santa watching her like a hawk, what will Junie B. do? Children are asked to prepare a monologue from the audition packet available online (www.NCTCArts.org) or by calling (860) 666-NCTC. First read-through is Sept. 29. Rehearsals begin Oct. 20. Performances are Dec. 7-16. Auditions, rehearsal and performances will be held at the NCTC Performing Arts Theatre, 743 North Mountain.There is no cost to audition. Note, if cast, there is a $250 program registration fee. To reserve your child’s audition spot, or for more information, call (860) 666-NCTC (6282) or visit us online at www.NCTCarts.org.www.nctcarts.org SEPTEMBER 30 “CHERISH OUR CHILDREN WALK” IN NEWINGTON: On Sunday, Sept. 30, all Connecticut residents are invited to participate in an event that offers parents, brothers and sisters, relatives and friends the chance to stand together and remember the babies and children of all ages whom they love and have lost. The 12th “Cherish Our Children Walk” will be held rain or shine, starting at Newington Memorial Funeral Home, 20 Bonair Ave. Registration will begin at noon, and the walk will begin at 1 p.m. The “Cherish Our Children Walk” is sponsored by the Duksa family and staff at Newington Memorial Funeral Home, Burritt Hill Funeral Home in New Britain, and FisetteBatzner Funeral Home in Newington. At
1 p.m., a bagpiper will lead participants less than a mile from Newington Memorial Funeral Home through Newington Center to the nondenominational “Cherish Our Children Angel Statue” at West Meadow Cemetery on Willard Avenue in Newington. People will be handed a white flower that they may leave at the angel statue, along with a personal note of remembrance. A brief program will be presented including music, a reading of children’s names to be remembered, comments by several bereaved parents, and a release of doves. When the walkers return to the funeral home, complimentary refreshments will be provided at the nearby Newington Masonic Temple. There is no fee to participate in the “Cherish Our Children Walk,” but donations are encouraged to help support the endowed care of the Cherish Our Children angel statue and the memorial site. For more information about th “Cherish Our Children Walk”, call Newington Memorial Funeral Home at (860) 666-0600 or visit www.duksa. net. MEET THE CANDIDATES:The Newington Democratic Town Committee will be hosting a Meet the Candidates Thursday, Oct. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Black Rose Tavern, 1076 Main St. State Senator Paul Doyle, state Representatives Sandy Nafis, Rick Lopes and Tony Guerrera will be on hand to greet you and answer your questions. Also in attendance will be Newington’s Mayor Stephen Woods. Refreshments will be provided with a cash bar. ST. MARY WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING: St. Mary Women’s Club in Newington will hold its October meeting Monday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. This will be the annual “Outreach” meeting. Barbara Wiecko and Jeanne Hart from Birthright will be the guest speakers. Anyone who would like to bring something suitable for a newborn (e.g. diapers, layette item, etc.) is strongly encouraged to do so. BOTTLE AND CAN DRIVE: Cub Scout Pack 345 will be having a bottle and can drive Saturday, Oct. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the St. Mary’s School parking lot on Willard Avenue, Newington. For more information, call Kevin Mooney at (860) 665-0597.
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860-563-6581 Wethersfield
Bruce Graver â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Licensed Tree Surgeon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Certified Arborist
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126 Farmington Ave. Bristol, CT 06010 860-584-1222
121 Talcott Road West Hartford, CT 06110 860-231-7884
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