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Town, VA officials break ground on housing complex for homeless, low-income veterans

Enhanced Use Lease initiative, the project reclaims underutilized VA land and buildings for affordable housing aimed at Town officials welcomed the U.S. combating veteran homelessness. Department of Veteran Affairs to Newington Newington Mayor Steve Woods, joined Wednesday to celebrate the turning of a new by a handful of town councilors, was among leaf for low-income and homeless veterans See OFFICIALS, Page 4 around the state. Both state legislators and economic Volume 53, No. 37 Free development officials attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Victory Gardens, a 74-unit supportive housing complex now in construction on the grounds of the VA Hospital off of Willard Avenue. One of the first five housing projects in the nation to be developed under the VA By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

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On Sept. 27, the students in the fifth-grade science class at St. Mary School in Newington were able to enjoy a snack after their class. Teacher Sara Herman invited Carol Howland, a former science teacher, to her class to teach a lesson about plant cells. As part of the learning process, the children created edible plant cells out of Jell-O and other gel-like substances.

POLICE BLOTTER Newington police report the Brandon Bohuslaw, 18, of 42 following: Salem Drive, was charged Oct. 2 with violation of probation Scott Brodack,54,of 19 Basswood Marc Rene Frenette, 53, of 37 St. was charged Sept. 29 with third- Wolf Pit Road, Farmington, was degree assault. charged Oct. 2 with second-degree Todd Malinosky, 46, of 139 harassment and threatening. Orchard Ave., was charged Sept. Vincent Carey, 54, of 204 Church 30 with possession of more than 4 St.,was charged Oct.4 with violation ounces of marijuana,operating a drug of probation. factory, cultivation of marijuana and Juan Arroyo, 32, of 98 Marwood Drive, was charged Oct. 4 with possession of drug paraphernalia. Tammy Santomeno, 39, of 139 third-degree burglary, third-degree Orchard Ave., was charged Sept. conspiracy to commit burglary,third30 with possession of more than 4 degree larceny and third-degree ounces of marijuana,operating a drug conspiracy to commit larceny. Eric Padin, 29, of 142 Tremont factory, cultivation of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. St., New Britain, was charged Jay Amin, 26, of 91 Kimberley Oct. 4 with third-degree burglary, Road, was charged Oct. 1 with two third-degree conspiracy to commit counts second-degree failure to burglary, third-degree larceny and appear. third-degree conspiracy to commit

larceny. Paul Lewis, 52, of 149 Chapman St., New Britain, was charged Oct. 5 with possession of marijuana, operating a motor vehicle under suspension and failure to illuminate lights. Andrew Singh, 20, of 101 Miami Ave., was charged Oct. 5 with disorderly conduct. Oudrawattie Singh, 44, of 101 Miami Ave.,was charged Oct.5 with disorderly conduct. Brandon Fye, 25, of 121 Tolland St., East Hartford, was charged Oct. 8 with failure to respond to an infraction. Ryan Spruill,20,of 616 Blackstone Village, Meriden, was charged Oct. 8 with possession of narcotics with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, interfering with a police officer, assault on a police officer.

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Following battle with cancer, pastor says God called him to ‘a church in New England’ By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

Last winter, Cary Schmidt and his family were living happily in Lancaster, Calif., where he had served at the Lancaster Baptist Church for 22 years. But an overwhelming sense of urgency brought him to Newington. By August, he had assumed the role of senior pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church on New Britain Avenue. Schmidt’s arrival marks a revitalization for the church and its school — the Emmanuel Christian Academy, which have had a long-standing 96-year history in town. Schmidt was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma two years ago and after a year of cancer treatments, began hearing his call. “During that year, God began to lead my heart towards doing more teaching and preaching of the Bible,” he said. “This past March, I told my wife, ‘I think there’s a church in New England that has a large building and they are in desperate need of a Pastor.’ I said to God, ‘I’ll go where you want me to go, but I don’t want to shop for a church.’” Within four days of his prayer, four different people from across the country called Schmidt and beckoned him to go to the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Newington. Upon his first visit, Schmidt was disheartened by the building’s unkempt state, but captivated by the parish’s warm and kind membership. “By all human calculations it was a massive step backwards — in pay and everything else,” he said, recalling how his family had

plans for a happy lifetime with the parish in California, where his two sons are currently in college. “We had to walk away from everything we loved,” he explained. But Schmidt has high hopes for Emmanuel, and ever since his August arrival, church service attendance has seen an increase of more than 50 people. The school itself has enrolled 40 new students this year — a 40 percent jump from last year. And 400 people came to a recent open house to check out the church. “We have a vision of a thriving, friendly, healthy church family,” he said Wednesday. Former Pastor Robert Pitts synchronized his leave to the Air Force with Schmidt’s arrival. And now that he’s here, plans are in the works for a complete church re-building. The hope is for increased attendance not only at services, but also

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homelessness. the first to speak at Wednesday after“We are weary of war and we noon’s ceremony. are challenged by fiscal obscurity,” “Welcome to Newington,”he said, Senator Richard Blumenthal said addressing the crowd of American at Wednesday’s ceremony, “but this Legion members and Veterans of is the very least we can do for peoForeign Wars, town residents, and ple who have given themselves,” he representatives from the Connecticut continued. “We owe them so much and this project is Housing Finance the beginning of Authority, VA, and keeping faith with Women’s Institute them.” for Housing W h e n and Economic the Veterans Development, Administration which the VA first brought their partnered with plan to town, to develop the concerns from project. Newington resi“We look dents and town forward to a wonofficials were derful long-term many — based in relationship with SENATOR RICHARD how the needs of this community,” BLUMENTHAL the new residents Woods added. would affect the Victory Gardens will be comprised of seven townhous- town at-large. Questions were raised es to accommodate 40 one-bedroom, about how many children would be 22 two-bedroom and 12 three-bed- attending Newington schools, the room apartments with priority given impact on Willard Avenue traffic, to low-income and veteran families. and how support services would be Special consideration will be given to provided to the individuals that move those that are homeless or at risk for in. Continued from Page 1

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Senator Richard Blumenthal addresses the crowd at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Victory Gardens housing development on the campus of the VA Hospital in Newington .

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Sandy Nafis has personal approach Over-development damages town, should be reconsidered the effects blasting will have on these independent experts in various enviand experience needed in a leader To the editor: valuable resources. The state endowed ronmental fields doesn’t have much To the editor: I am writing this letter of support for Sandy Nafis, the only candidate with experience for our 27th District. One way to stay in touch with residents’ needs and successes is by visiting them at their homes. And Sandy does visit as many as she can. When Sandy and I walk our Newington neighborhoods, I consistently hear from you all that Sandy has: Responded to you so quickly or that Sandy knew exactly who you should contact to solve your problem or to get quick and accurate assistance. Sandy’s personal warmth and long-term expertise is evident and so so greatly appreciated. On the campaign trail, our Newington residents always want to thank her for continuous hard work and for keeping us informed and educated through her newsletters as to what is happening at the Capitol. And education is my priority. As a third term Board of Education member in Newington and Assistant Dean at CCSU, I know how valuable a good education is to us all. Cost effective yet cutting edge pre-schools, elementary, high school and collegiate level learning is the key to a progressive future for Newington. Sandy Nafis masterfully makes sure Newington receives the funding that ensures we can do it. Education Cost Sharing funding is a priority for her because it means we can maintain our excellence. Sandy knows that so many of our Newington High graduates love our city so much, they return to town after college and raise their own families here. Experience, respect and knowledge means that Sandy has the seniority required for both membership and leadership on the committees that impact Newington directly. I will proudly walk the campaign trail Newington with Sandy for her 8th term, because Sandy Nafis is the only candidate to choose; the only candidate who already has earned the respect of our state legislature and Sandy has the skills and vision of a true leader. These are my personal views and not the views of Central Connecticut State University.

Take a hard look around the town. It seems that development has gone rampant. I’ve read blogs where people have said that they did not move to Newington because the town has no open space goals. It’s sad but true. Now Toll Brothers are back with a new plan just after they were fined by the EPA for Clean Water Act violations at construction sites.That shows the level of respect Toll Brothers has for the environment; they are despoilers. Would you hire a contractor that has multiple building code violations? They have got guts that’s for sure.The fragile wetlands around the proposed development are at risk. Nobody seems to have a definitive answer as to

wetlands to the public and they are ours to protect, after all we are their stewards. As taxpayers,we should all be aware of what is happening around us. The busway on the New Britain side, Victory Gardens in the middle and nowToll Brothers on Cedar Mountain and that’s not the end of it.We seem to accept development and forget about the need for open space to insure a decent quality of life for current and future generations. Some towns have aggressive open space plans that are voted on by the taxpayers.Why doesn’t Newington have a plan? I’ve heard comments that the CERT report prepared last year by

merit.Well in my opinion It should, as it was prepared by non-biased experts who do not stand to make profit from the proposed development on Cedar Mountain. Why should we trust Toll Brothers hired consultants to tell us the truth? They spin research findings in the direction of profit. It’s time to take a stand to put a stop to unnecessary developmen ! Let your voice be heard during the public hearing phase of the application process which begins Oct. 16. If you are interested in receiving our email blasts, send an email to save.cedar.mountain@gmail.com. Rick Spring Newington

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to her with a question or a concern. No matter what political platform they come from, she is always willing to go the extra mile to find a solution. Not only is she hard-working and sincere, she’s selfless and caring. She has put in countless hours of volunteering to various programs and works tirelessly to improve the town.

Plus, her priorities are synchronized with Newington’s priorities. Without a doubt, she is the person we need to represent Newington, and I am fully confident in endorsing Sandy Nafis for state representative.

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Newington Cub Scouts Packs collaborate for recruiting event By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

For the very first time, all four of Newington’s Cub Scouts packs are coming together for a joint recruiting event. While each pack has its own leadership, meetings and activities, they still play and work by the same character-building mission and values, and this upcoming gathering proves their membership is not a competition. “All of the pack leaders have a shared goal; of course they want kids

to join their own pack, but it’s a win-win if they’re in the scouting program at all,”explained Amy Casey, director of the Connecticut River Council’s Mark Twain District, and the individual who is organizing the collaborative evening. Cub Scout Packs 345 and 347 already work together in a number of other activities every year, like winter campouts and the Annual Pinewood Derby. But this will mark the first occasion they’re reaching out for new members at the same time and place. “We really want to have as many strong packs in town as possible, to

serve as many Newington boys as possible,” said Eric Rothauser, cubmaster of Pack 347, which has “an eclectic mix” of families from around Newington and even a few from Wethersfield. Packs usually form around elementaryschools.Forexample,abouthalfof Pack 347’s members go to Elizabeth Greene Elementary School,but there are also some from each of the other schools as well. “A boy might feel a little more comfortable being among classmates of his,” Rothauser said, adding, “It really is not a competitive environment, we

do try to be as collaborative as possible.” Sometimes it’s just a question of scheduling. “A lot of times it comes down to where and when packs meet,” explained Kevin Mooney, cubmaster of Pack 345,whose majority of members attend Anna Reynolds School. “It’s also about natural play groups,” he added. But like the other three Newington Cub Masters, including Rothauser, Pack 322’s Ralph Vallera and Barb Jones from Pack 303, Mooney thinks every family should find the right fit — whether it has to do with location,

school, or timing of meetings. “I would rather see them belong to a Cub Scout Pack that works for them than to not participate at all,” he explained. Boys in first grade through fifth grade and their families are encouraged to come to Newington’s Cub Scout Recruitment Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Mortensen Community Center, Newington Town Hall, 131 Cedar St. Those who are unable to attend but want more information about joining can contact Amy Casey at (860) 913-2733.

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Indians withstand late surge, pick up 1st win By CHRIS MCLAUGHLIN STAFF WRITER

In search of their first win of the season, the Indians withstood a second-half comeback, taking down the East Hartford Hornets 42-26 for their first victory of the year. The Indians controlled the game right from the start. They jumped out to an early lead, and though East Hartford made it interesting, never looked back. Jake Hedberg was 10-for-20 with 132 yards and two touchdown passes,and Eric Ryan ran for 161 yards and two touchdowns and an 18-yard interception for a touchdown. The Indians survived the Hornets furious second half comeback attempt, and secured their first win of the season. “I told the guys to enjoy this moment,� head coach Roy Roberts said. “It’s our first win of the season, and we’re going to get better from it.� Despite jumping out to a 28-point lead, and being in control for the majority of the game, the Indians got a little bit of a scare in the third quarter. They started the second half on

offense,but proceeded to turn the ball over when a lateral pass was dropped. The Hornets capitalized by scoring a quick touchdown to cut the lead in half, and then forced the Indians to punt on their ensuing drive. The momentum had swung in their favor, but the Indians still controlled the game. “Becoming a winning team is a process,� Roberts said. “We’re in the middle of that process where we show spurts where we play great, and we show spurts like in the third quarter where we lose focus.� A fumble recovered by Jorge Rivera set the Indians up with nice field position, where Ryan ran in his second touchdown of the game, giving the Indians some needed insurance. “The kids own all the credit tonight,� Roberts said. “They came out here and refused to let our season continue like this, and made the plays to keep us on top.� Newington forced another fumble on East Hartford’s next drive, but David Tanner took an interception to the house to cut back into the Indians’ lead. The Hornets forced a turnover on downs to keep their comeback hopes alive,but Ryan came

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Beauford had a few of his own that really gave the Indians a boost. He scored the Indians’ first two touchdowns running the same route for Jake Hedberg to find him in the back of the end zone. Not only did Beauford catch the two touchdown passes, he also knocked in every extra point he kicked. “Christian Beauford is a rock in our program,” Roberts said. “I have such high expectations for him, and not only is he a fantastic player, but a great kid as well. Sometimes I can be a little hard on him, but he is quietly having a big year for us.” All of Beauford’s points proved to be crucial as the game got close in the second half, but one of his biggest plays came after he kicked the ball off. The Hornets weren’t Chris McLaughlin can be reached going down without a fight in at (860) 225-4601 ext 255 or at this game, and though the Indians cmclaughlin@newbritainherald.com

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Newington is once again showing its colors as a strong, tightly-knit community, with a business and well-known family in town reaching out its arms to anyone who has served our country. Francis “Rip� Callahan has owned Bowl-O-Rama for over 53 years and many area veterans frequent his lanes for a good time at an even better price. That’s why Callahan offered to host a bowl-a-thon fundraiser for the fourth year in a row for VETS LINK, a Hamden-based nonprofit that provides hands-on financial mentoring, job entrepreneurship and housing opportunities for veterans across the state. It’s not easy to convince a bowling alley to host such an event these days, since most are chains owned by corporations — not family-owned like Bowl-O-Rama, which Callahan’s parents opened on the Berlin Turnpike in 1959. “Here you’re dealing with a local family, we’re very involved in

town and it’s a lot easier to deal with us than a corporate person in Virginia who doesn’t care if the event goes well at all,� explained Callahan, who serves a weekly league of about 15 to 20 bowlers living at the Rocky Hill Veterans

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Home, along with 10 to 15 from the Newington VA Hospital. “It gets them out and enjoying life a little bit,� says Callahan, who gives them all reduced rates, because that’s just the kind of guy he is. “I’m very happy to help them out, especially with all that’s going

on in the world today. Anything we can do.� Callahan knows everybody, and his tone gets bittersweet when recalling the story of one of the Rocky Hill vets. “I just lost him as a customer,� he begins. “He came down with cancer and wants to fulfill his life dream to go across country. He left in August.� But he and Peter J. Curtis, founder and president of VETSLINK, hope more vets come in and introduce themselves at the fundraiser this November, which will also be an opportunity for them to learn about the direct assistance the organization can provide. “I can direct them — men, women and their children — to the right place,� said Curtis, who is not only a decorated Vietnam Veteran, but also has an accomplished tenure in financial services. “By Veterans, for Veterans� is the VETS LINK motto, as its outreach brings veterans together with other veterans that can share their expertise in financial and

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years ago. All competitors will vie for prizes and every bowler will receive a free VETSLINK T-shirt. There will also be a DJ and a raffle. Businesses are encouraged to sponsor the event, by calling Terry Funke at (860) 508-4199. Donations are also greatly appreciated and can be sent to VetsLink, Attn: Peter Curtis, 484 Hartford Turnpike, Hamden, CT 06514 or visit vetslinkconnecticut.com to use “PayPal� or “GofundMe.�

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WE ALL GET READY TO READ! Mondays, Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 and 19, 6 p.m. Family Place Libraries and the National Center for Learning Disabilities have partnered to present a program designed especially for the “graduates” of the Parent/Child Workshop and Play for All attendees (children ages 4-7,) and their caregivers. We All Get Ready to Read! is an early literacy activity program to help parents make sure their young children have the skills they need to be ready to learn to read. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720. “GHOSTBUSTERS!”: Saturday, Oct. 27, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Join Connecticut Paranormal Research Society members Orlando Ferrante and Joe Franke for a unique way to celebrate Halloween. See the newest evidence of paranormal activity on their recent cases, and view video clips of past

investigations. Witness one of the most compelling pieces of evidence ever captured on film of an object leaving a baby’s crib after an investigator is attacked by an unseen force. Not to be missed! Due to the nature of the material, this program is for ages 12 through adult. Please register at the Adult Information Desk or call 860665-8700. SERVICES OF THE GOODWILL CAREER CENTER COVER LETTERS AND REFERENCES: Monday, Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m. Clarify your work experience and interest in a position with a professional cover letter attached to your resume. Represent yourself by gathering your references and appropriate contact information prior to applying for positions. Registration is necessary. Call (860) 665-8700 or register at the Adult Information Desk. HALLOWEEN MOVIE MARATHON: Friday, Oct. 26, 6 p.m. to midnight. For ages 13-19. After hours scary movie marathon for teens! Come hang with your friends, eat free food and watch scary movies. We’ll make creepcakes as a special snack. We’ll be viewing Stephen King’s “Carrie,” “Edward Scissorhands” or “The Addams Family,” and Twilight Zone episodes. Feel free to bring bean bag chairs, pillows or blankets. Pizza will be served. Register at the Adult Information Desk or call (860) 665-8700. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. CONSTRUCTION CLUB: Saturday, Nov. 3, 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 at (860) 665-8720 to register beginning Oct. 20. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. PLAY WITH US!: Tuesdays, Nov. 6, 13 and 20, 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 3-year-old resource professionals and socialize with your peers. All are welcome. No registration necessary. READ, RATTLE AND ROLL! Tuesday, Nov. 6, noon. Welcome to a music and movement program for 3 and 4 yearolds featuring books that “sing” and lots of music! Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. 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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Dom Pane and Frank Aieta give Ben Page from Boy Scout Troop 347 a check in the amount of $3,500 toward the $8,000 cost of a new fence around the Church Street Cemetery on the corner of Church and Kelsey Streets. Ben is raising money for the fence as part of his Eagle Scout project. The Church Street Cemetery is historically significant. The old fence was removed by Ben, the troop and the town back in August. The new fence will be installed in October along with a new bench and a sign to be installed by the town. Germano Brothers Fence Co., Ed Ingalls from Newington Electric Company and the Newington Historical Society have also made generous donations along with Scout families and friends. For more information or to offer support, call Ben at (860) 667-1835.

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JR. COOKBOOK CLUB: Wednesday, Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m. It’s pumpkin time! Join us as we read “Picnic at Mudsock Meadow” by Patricia Polacco. Then we will make minipumpkin tarts. Junior chefs in grades K-2 may sign up by calling the Chil-

COOKBOOK CLUB: Wednesday, Oct. 17, 6:30 p.m. Do you think you might like to eat a bug? Chefs in grades 3-6 may make and eat a bug or two. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the

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Union, 195 Silas Deane Hwy. Purchase energy efficient lighting and save money with discounted prices at our Wethersfield branch. No registration required. Shred Day, Oct. 20, from 9 a.m. to noon, Dutch Point Credit Union will host a free Shred Day at its Wethersfield Branch from 9 a.m. to noon. Bring up to five file sized boxes of papers for free, confidential and secure shredding. Shred Day will take place rain or shine.This is a community event. No registration is required. Credit Reporting Basics Seminar, Oct. 23, from 4:30 to 6:30 p..m Dutch Point Credit Union will host a free Credit Reporting Seminar from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at its Wethersfield Branch. Pre-register at (860) 563-2617, ext 266 or http://www. dutchpoint.org/dutchpoint/Events.asp.

Library. PLAY FOR ALL!: Saturday, Oct. 20, 10:15 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.

EVENTS CALENDAR PUBLIC SQUARE ROSARY CRUSADE: Join the 2012 Public Square Rosary Crusade at noon Saturday, Oct. 13 on the sidewalk on Cedar Street behind the stop light next to library and Newington Town Hall. AUTUMN ART EXHIBIT: Sr. Christel Scholl, RSM, will exhibit her charming watercolors including barns in winter landscapes during October and November. at the Newington Senior & Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St.Viewings hours are 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., week days, 1 to 4:30 p.m.Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. NO I WON’T, ANDYOU CAN’T MAKE ME! HANDLING POWER STRUGGLES WITH CHILDREN: A workshop entitled, “No I Won’t, and You Can’t Make Me! Handling Power Struggles with Children” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25. Get ready to learn, and have some fun seeing children’s behavior from a different perspective. Come to the workshop and discover the possibilities of becoming the parent you always wanted to be and knew you could be. Cooperative Kids invites you to find out if Love, Limits, & Lessons are what you would like to include in your parenting toolbox.This workshop is being given by Dorene Zhulkovsky who was a pediatric nurse, paraprofessional in special education, Child Psychology, and Certified Parent Educator. Over the more than 20 years of working with children, Zhulkovsky learned that as different as they are, all children share a common need to be loved, accepted, and respected. Once that is established a relationship can be formed. 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. 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. MOVING FORWARD GROUP: Trying to move on with your life after divorce, or relationship breakup.There is a “Moving Forward” group at First Congregational Church 355 Main St., Cromwell, that will meet Friday, Oct. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Come down and find out what others are doing to move on. For more information, call Mark at (860) 517-6688. 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. BIG K FLEA MARKET: Sacrificing their personal comfort, a handful of volunteers from the Kiwanis Club will again work in shifts Sunday, Oct. 14, 21 and 28 to raise funds to donate in Newington’s benefit, at the Big K Flea Market in the Market Square parking lot. Among similar donations given in 2012 were $1000 each to the Newington Memorial Day Parade, Little League and the Newington Volunteer Fire Department. Up to 70 vendors and many private tag sales offer a plethora of goods to shoppers who invade Newington to scoop up household items, electronics, tools, foodstuffs and heaven knows what else at hard-to-refuse bargain prices.The Big K Flea Market is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., admission is $1 and vendor spaces are $15. Public spirited citizens who would like to participate in the Kiwanis Club’s Newington-centered humanitarian work are invited to inquire about membership. For more information call (860) 667-2864 or ask any Kiwanis member. BOYSTRAVEL BASKETBALL: Boys Travel Basketball is open to Newington students in Grades 5 through 8. Dates: Oct. 15, 17, 19 (sixth grade only: 18th to replace 19th, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.); one hour start times: fifth, 4 p.m., sixth, 5 p.m., seventh, 6 p.m., eighth, 7 p.m. at the Mortensen Community Center Gymnasium.For full details Register online at: www.cbtbl.com.

PSAT/NMSQTTESTING: Every year in October, Newington High School offers the PSAT/NMSQT test for students in the 10th and 11th grades.This year, the test will be given Wednesday, Oct. 17, between the hours of 7:44 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Students in the 9th grade SHOULD NOT report to school until 10:30 a.m. Oct. 17. Buses will begin picking students up at approximately 9:30 a.m. Students attending the Greater Hartford Academies will be picked up at their regularly scheduled time. See below for bus schedule. Students in grade 12 have the option to attend a Senior Life Skills Seminar.The seminar is scheduled for 8 a.m. in the auditorium. The topic is: Coping with Bereavement and Grief. Students who choose not to attend this seminar should not report to school until 10:30 a.m. Students in Grades 10 and 11 should report to school at the regularly scheduled time. Testing will begin at 7:44 a.m. and will end at approximately 10:45 a.m. DUTCH POINT CREDIT UNION EVENTS: Energy Fair, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Dutch Point Credit

PASTA DINNER: Grace Episcopal Church, 124 Maple Hill Ave., will serve a Pasta Dinner with meatballs, salad, bread, juice, water and coffee.The dinner is open to the public and will be held Oct. 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. Adults are $10. Children ages 10 and under are $6. Family ticket is two adults and twi children for $25. Call (860) 666-3331 for reservations. MILITARY WHIST: St. Mary Women’s Club will host a Military Whist Thursday, Oct. 18 in St. Mary School gym. Coffee and dessert will be available beginning at 6:30 p.m. and the Whist will begin at 7 p.m.Tickets are $5 per person. To purchase tickets in advance or for further information, call Susan at (860) 233-0167.Tickets will also be available at the door. SISTERHOOD OFTEMPLE SINAI FALL RUMMAGE SALE: The Sisterhood of Temple Sinai will hold its Fall Rummage Sale Sunday, Oct. 28 and Monday, Oct. 29. Clothing, household goods and miscellaneous items will be available. Hours: Sunday, noon to 3 p.m.; Monday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission on Sunday is 50 cents. Monday is Bag Day, one low price per full bag.Temple Sinai is located at 41 West Hartford Rd, Newington. For directions or further information, call the Temple Sinai office, (860) 561-1055. OVERNIGHT PARKING BAN: Effective Thursday, Nov. 1, the Newington Police Department will enforce the overnight parking ban throughout Newington.The ordinance prohibits parking for more than thirty minutes between the hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. on any street.This parking ban insures proper sanding and plowing operations and helps prevent accidents on snowy or icy roads. Motorists requiring an exception from this ordinance due to an emergency situa-

tion are urged to contact the Newington Police Department at (860) 666-8445, ext. 6114. “2 CANS FOR A PINT”:“2 Cans for a Pint,” a Blood Drive and Can Drive to benefit both the American Red Cross and Newington Food Bank, will be held from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m, Thursday, Nov. 1 at 465 Willard Ave. For every pint of blood donated to the Red Cross, Dutch Point Credit Union will donate two cans of food to the Newington Food Bank. Community members are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items as well.To register, go to www.redcross. org. CHAMBER EVENT: The 9th Annual Silent Auction, Wine Tasting, and Chocolate Challenge will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2421 Berlin Turnpike. Seating is limited! Reserved tickets are $25 per person, or, reserve a table of eight for $160. All tickets are on a first come, first served basis. For ticket information, call Gail at the Chamber Office at (860) 666-2089. NEWINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1987: Newington High School Class of 1987 will hold its 25th Year Reunion from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23 at the Hawthorne Inn banquet room, 2421 Berlin Turnpike. Pricing through Oct. 21 is $87 per couple or $45 per person. Pricing after Oct. 21 is $100 per couple or $50 per person. Ticket includes: Music, dinner/ carving stations, dessert/coffee and tea, and two drink tickets. Join FREE www.facebook.com. AN EVENING OF MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT TO HONOR RABBI JEFFREY BENNETT: The public is invited to an evening of musical entertainment to honor Rabbi Jeffrey Bennett for his 25 years of extraordinary leadership Saturday, Nov. 3 at Temple Sinai, 41 West Hartford Road. Music by Peri Smilow. Coffee, dessert and wine begin at 7 p.m.; Havdalah Service at 7:45 p.m. RSVP by Oct. 22 by sending a check for $36 per person to the Temple Office. Additional contributions welcome. 3RD ANNUAL BRYAN CIRIGLIANO MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER: The third Annual Bryan Cirigliano Memorial Fundraiser supporting girls softball will be held from 5 p.m. til close, Wednesday, Nov. 14 at Rivals Sports Bar & Grill, 2095 Berlin Turnpike. To make a donation, send check to Bryan Cirigliano Memorial Fund to Joseph Cirigliano, 56 Brentwood Road, Newington, CT 06111.

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