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Focus groups forming for Town Hall, Community Center renovation
By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
Up to 65 citizens will have the opportunity to provide key input on renovating the Town Hall and Free
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The Newington Rotary Lemonade Golf Tournament on Oct. 7 was a great success, with RBC Wealth Management as platinum sponsor for the third year in a row. Total donations over the three years to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer is at $50,000, and the big support for this event makes it grow larger every year.
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of Connecticut, she and other volunteers visit 58 different feral Every day for the last 30 years cat colonies in New Britain, Linda Karalus has fed hundreds. Newington, Wethersfield and Of cats, that is. Hartford’s south end. As rescue coordinator with the They’ve all been trapped, Animal Alliance Welfare League spayed or neutered then released By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
back into their territories, but still wait for their visitor to drop by and serve dinner. “That way, they can live out a normal life span and everyone’s happy,” said Karalus, who is now
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Letter: Bizzarro keeps Letter: Newington lacks health resources constituents in mind To the Editor:
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I have been observing Gennaro Bizzarro, candidate for state Representative in the 24th District, and I like what I have seen. The son of immigrants, he graduated from New Britain High School and was first in his family to attend college, graduating magna cum laude from both Fordham University and Quinnipiac University School of Law. He could have settled successfully anywhere, but he chose to
return to the city he loved and opened his law practice in New Britain. He stepped right in as an active community member, serving charitable and civic organizations. Importantly, he also served our city as chair of the Finance Board and presently as Corporation Counsel. He is a team player and his legislative agenda is bold with constituents in mind. He has my vote I urge yours as well. Richard L. Judd New Britain
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I am writing regarding the article dated Oct. 10, 2014, concerning Newington health resources … or should I say lack of health resources. I am in complete agreement with the statements that Linda Thompson made regarding the decrease in services formerly provided by the Newington Diagnostic Center. The Diagnostic Center used to provide various types of X-ray and diagnostic services to the people in town. Presently, you can only have laboratory services there, such as blood work. This was a facility I used reg-
ularly for many years to have my X-rays and mammograms done. Now, I have to drive to New Britain, which is the closest town having these resources. Also, parking is always an issue in New Britain, whereas plenty of parking spaces were available at the Diagnostic Center. I recently went to the Newington Diagnostic Center for my blood work to be done and was surprised to see that the person at the reception desk is the same person who takes all your information and then draws your blood. No one else is there to assist those people who are waiting. The technician stated that there is only one
employee on duty to provide this service. I feel sorry for the senior citizens in Newington who now have to have transportation to another town for services they used to get right here in Newington. Many of the seniors also have disabilities making the trip more inconvenient for them. I, too, am asking that the Hartford HealthCare revise these changes and make these services available to Newington residents in the town they live in. Diane Hofmann Newington
PET OF THE WEEK: CHLOE Chloe, a 4-year-old kitty, wears a coat of many colors! Mostly orange and brown, she’s perfect to set the mood for the fall. Chloe has a medium length coat, which she keeps beautifully groomed. She will adorn your home with her beauty and be a friend on your lap. With a few treats and a bit of attention, Chloe will also be a very entertaining kitty for years to come. Come and see Chloe at our Newington shelter. Remember, the Connecticut Humane Society has no time limits for adoption.
Inquiries for adoption should be made at the Connecticut Humane Society located at 701 Russell Road in Newington or by calling (860) 594-4500 or toll free at 1-800-452-0114. The Connecticut Humane Society is a private organization with branch shelters in Waterford, Westport and a cat adoption center in the PetSMART store in New London. The Connecticut Humane Society is not affiliated with any other animal welfare organizations on the national, regional or local level. Chloe
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Halloween party a chance for families to tour new facility By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — Who says elderly residents in an assisted living community should miss out on Halloween fun? Many of those at Middlewoods of Newington will open their Last year’s town-wide cleanup group gathered in Constitution Square. apartment doors next Saturday, Oct. 25, to greet children of all ages trick-or-treating in the assisted and independent living facility. SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER “We invite staff, children, are urged to wear appropriThe Ne w i n g t o n ate shoes and clothing. Work grandchildren, great-grandEnvironmental Quality gloves and trash bags will be children, children from the Commission, in conjunc- supplied by the town’s highway neighborhood and local Girl tion with the Newington department. Scout troops we work with,” Conservation Commission, will Kathy Braga, executive director, The committee would like to be conducting a town-wide thank Stop & Shop, Lowe’s, said Wednesday. cleanup by asking volunteers The Newington Chamber They expect upwards of 20 to help remove litter and trash of Commerce and others for children and their parents to join from town recreation areas. in the Halloween party, which pledging their support to help The rally will kick off at keep Newington litter-free all will include games and activities Constitution Square (the year round. The committee in addition to trick-or-treating A new room within the $2.5 million expansion at Middlewoods of Newington. municipal parking lot) at 9 a.m. would also like to thank the for candy. Saturday, Oct. 18, where they many small business people who It’s also a chance for the public Braga said, was recently, upon mission-based, non-profit organization located in Shelton, will be greeted by Newington displayed our flyers advertising to check out Middlewoods’ brand walking into this new space. Mayor Stephen Woods and the Earth Day cleanup. new $2.5 million expansion and Activities director Lynn Tracey Conn., with a 140-year tradition members of the committee. renovation project, which was just was playing guitar for a small of caring for seniors. For more information or to Volunteers will then split up ask how your organization can completed. group in the back of the room, into groups and go to select- help contact Michael Fox at Staff refer to it as “a building while another group was playing Erica Schmitt can be reached at ed town recreation areas to (860) 944-6192 or Ed Horan at inside of a building” because of its a game of poker. Two more res- (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or retrieve trash. Participants (860) 666-2329. innovative design. idents were visiting with their eschmitt@newbritainherald.com. “We had this unused space in family members in a lounge area the courtyard, and we decided and others in the kitchen, helping – paid advertisement – after owning themselves to PROVIDING FOR TODAY the building snacks. for more than “That was “Carol is committed to supporting funding a decade it was our vision,” that enabled us to add new employees time to do a Braga said. “I and equipment to expand our business. face lift,” Braga came through She knows that small businesses create the explained. the door, and jobs that put people back to work.” “We decidseeing it unfold ed to go big was just the On Tuesday, November 4th, Elect or go home,” best thing ever.” Martin and Grace Cafe, owners of C & C Janitorial CAROL ANEST Supplies of Newington, with their sons, she added. Children Martin, Kenneth & David for STATE REPRESENTATIVE “We built this are invited to Paid for by Anest 2014, Diana Serra, Treasurer, Approved by Carol Anest incredibly KATHY BRAGA join residents, meaningful, staff and famMiddlewoods executive director great big space ily members at now b ry uying jewel g where people Middlewoods n i l jewel l e ry now s are able to gather.” of Newington Assisted and Centrally located to all apart- Independent Living Community now in ments is now an open room with for a “Happy Halloween” party a seating area, fireplace, vaulted on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 2 ceilings and large windows. There to 3:30 p.m. To RSVP, contact is also a new gym where residents Lynn Tracey at ltracey@umh.org Becker’s has a great selection of Vintage, Estate can partake in restorative and or (860)-760-0275. 3311 berlin turnpike and Contemporary jewelry, including earrings, preventative physical therapies, as Middlewoods of Newington, necklaces, rings and bracelets. You will be between target & best buy surprised at the savings as all items are well as a kitchen area. located at 2125 Main St., OF WEST HARTFORD half the price of new! Mon-Fri 10-6, sat 10-4, sun 11-4 Her best day in all 11 years as is owned and operated by 1-888-BECKERS | www.beckers.com Middlewoods’ executive director, United Methodist Homes, a
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NEWINGTON LIBRARY CALENDAR TEEN AND ADULT PROGRAMS BROWN BAG IT WITH A DOCUMENTARY: EXPLORE THE ARTS: Join us on Thursdays in October at noon for the screening of four uplifting and critically acclaimed documentaries that explore different facets of the performing arts. Bring your lunch. Desserts and beverages will be provided. No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Oct. 23 — “Dancing in Jaffa” Pierre Dulaine, an internationally renowned ballroom dancer, fulfills a lifelong dream when he takes his program, Dancing Classrooms, back to his native city, Jaffa. Over a 10-week period, Pierre teaches 10-year-old Palestinian-Israeli and Jewish-Israeli children to dance and compete together. Running time is 100 minutes. TEEN NAIL ART: HALLOWEEN EDITION: Friday, Oct. 17, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. For grades 6–12. Come give yourself a manicure, complete with nail decals, rhinestones and more! Creative nail design ideas will be shared. All supplies will be provided. There will also be creepy cupcake decorating and a movie screening to be voted on. THOSE WERE THE DAYS: RELIVING THE 1940S: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6:30
p.m. Relive how the world looked to a boy growing up in a time when kids were free to roam. Recall when radio held center stage and the big band sound dominated music. Then World War II changed everything. Join Carol Whitmer and Dick Tomlinson from the Connecticut Historical Society for a look at the 1940s. No registration necessary. INSTAGRAM BASICS: Wednesday, Oct. 22, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Are you wondering what all the hype is about? Come hear about this popular photo-sharing app. You’ll learn about the Instagram community and the various ways to interact. Call (860) 665-8700 to register. COOKING OFF THE SHELF: Thursday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. Attention cooks of all abilities! Select and prepare a recipe from Ellie Krieger’s Comfort Food Fix, bring it to the library, and join fellow cooks for a sampling of healthy comfort foods. For additional information and to register, visit or call the Adult Information Desk at (860) 665-8700. FREE EBOOKS, EMAGAZINES AND DOWNLOADABLE MUSIC! Monday, Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m. The library has thousands of eBooks and audiobooks, eMagazines and downloadable music! Come see how easy it is to download any of them to your
device. This class is a demonstration, no need to bring your device. Call (860) 665-8700 to register. ENCORE: USING THE NEW LIBRARY COMPUTER CATALOG: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 10:30 a.m. Learn how to use the Encore. Some of the topics covered will be searching for library materials, placing and freezing holds, making lists, and accessing your library account. This class will be a demonstration. Call the Adult Information Desk at 860-665-8700 to register or for more information.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS FAMILY STORYTIME: Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration is necessary. FALL DROP-IN WEEKLY STORYTIMES: Through Nov. 20. 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 www.newingtonct. gov/library. PLAY WITH US!: Tuesdays, Oct. 21 and 28, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for this program designed 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. TRICK OR TREAT?: Check out a wrapped book between Oct. 14 and Oct. 31. Take it home, unwrap it and read it. Fill out the rating card in the book and return it by Friday, Oct. 31 for a chance to win a prize. You may check out as many wrapped books as you like. All books have been recommended by library staff members. This is a fun way to discover a great book! CHESS CLUB: Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4 to 5 p.m. Like to play chess? We will set up our program room for all who like to play chess, to come and play. Bring a friend or find one here! Sets will be available to use here and check out for use at home. No registration is needed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. COZYTIME STORIES: Thursday, Oct. 23, 4 p.m. Children in kindergarten through grade 2 are welcome to relax with their pillow and blanket, and listen to some wonderful stories. A snack will be provided. No registration is necessary. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. CONSTRUCTION CLUB: Saturday, Oct. 25, 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. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. READY FOR KINDERGARTEN (NEW PROGRAM): Mondays, Oct. 27 to Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m. Children ages 3-5, with a caregiver, are invited to listen to stories and participate in hands-on activities that will help children develop the skills needed for a successful start in kindergarten. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. TALES TO TAILS: Thursday, Oct. 30, 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. Donated by Kerry Lurate, Certified R.E.A.D. Dog Handler THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW: Thursday, October 30, 6:30 p.m. PuppeTree, Inc. will entertain us with a shadow puppet performance of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Register children ages 5 and older by calling the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720.
ROCKY HILL EVENTS CALENDAR RHHS BAND CRAFT FAIR ONE STOP SHOPPING FOR THE HOLIDAYS: The RHHS Bands have announced their third annual Craft Fair Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Rocky Hill High School. This is the perfect time to showcase the special crafts you have made. Choose from, round tables (60 inches in diameter), and rectangular tables (73X30 inches), each of which will cost $30 for the day. You may begin setting up as early as 8:30 a.m. If you are not in your space by 10 a.m., you will forfeit your booth(s) for the day. Do not vacate your booth(s) prior to 3 p.m. All spaces must be cleaned and vacated by 4 p.m. You are responsible for manning your own booth(s), collecting money and taxes from sales and remitting tax money to the proper agency. Advertising … We will advertise in the major local
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numbers: Berlin: Contact Tina Doyle at (860) 828-7006; Newington: Contact Charlene Magnano at (860) 665-8778; Rocky Hill: Contact Lori DiPietro at (860) 721-2824; Wethersfield: Contact Lisa Gallipo at (860) 721-2979. Donations are generously accepted for this service. TOPS of Rocky Hill/Wethersfield [a nonprofit weight loss support group] meets weekly Wednesday evenings at Mapleview Health and Rehabilitation Center, 856 Maple St. (Route 3), Rocky Hill. Meetings begin with weigh-ins starting at 6:30 p.m. The chapter is open to all, however, program content will emphasize taking off and keeping off weight following bariatric surgery. More information and contacts can be found at www. meetup.com/TOPS-AFTER-BARIATRIC-SURGERY.
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Letter: Anest will protect and fight for Newington To the Voters of Newington:
Please consider voting for Carol Anest for state Representative from Newington on Nov. 4. As our state Representative at the Capitol, Carol will be Newington’s advocate for the many state programs and reforms that will benefit our town and our people. In her professional life, Carol has sought to protect the elderly, children, veterans and the disabled. She will continue these efforts in Hartford through her leadership by working across party lines to support meaningful economical programs and services to benefit these groups. Carol has the experience of being a leader on our Board of Education and our Town Planning and Zoning Commission in promoting the right decisions to benefit the people of Newington. She will
bring these leadership skills to the legislature and be our voice in protecting the state aid for our schools and town. As a former mayor and councilor of Newington, I realize how important it is to have a strong and vocal state Representative who will fight for our fair share as she works through the budget. Carol is that person! Carol understands that we must create jobs and encourage economic development to expand our tax base and ease the property tax burden. She will work diligently to accomplish these goals through the private and the public sector. Please cast your vote for Carol Anest — a lifetime resident of Newington who will fight for the benefit of our people. Maryellen F. Andersen Newington
Letter: Our town deserves consideration To the Editor:
Consideration is an important word. It means to apply careful thought or attention. Our town of Newington, my home town for 51 years, deserves consideration. Like many of you I grew up here, proud to be from Newington, proud to be a graduate of Newington schools. We’ve had our share of triumph and tragedy. And through it all, Newington has persevered. I’ve applied careful thought to my choice for our next state Representative. I’ve paid attention to the issues and to the opinions of others just as I have always done as a proud resident of this town. I know what is important to me. I know the type of person Newington deserves in this role, representing our town in the legislature. You, me, all of us who make Newington our home will be best served by Carol
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Anest. I want someone who believes in Newington just as much as I do, if not more. That’s Carol. I want someone who will apply careful thought and attention to all the issues. Again, that’s Carol. I’ve been fortunate to see and participate in government work at the local, state and federal level during my career. It’s a fascinating process and one that is often dismissed as unimportant or trivial by those who have not taken the time to consider it fully. We need Carol Anest as our next state Representative. I promise she will not view this work unimportant or trivial. She will do what she always does, bring her passion and pride for Newington to Hartford and represent us with full consideration. Rob Rioux Newington
Up close and creepy with Wethersfield witches SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER
WETHERSFIELD — It is a little-known fact that the witchcraft cases of Wethersfield, Conn., preceded those in Salem, Mass., by 30 years. Indeed, the confession of witchcraft by Wethersfield resident Mary Johnson in 1648 was the first of 43 Connecticut cases, with 16 ending in execution. The Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum’s Witches and Tombstones Tours begin with these chilling facts and get much creepier from there. Witches and Tombstones tours will be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Oct. 18, 19, 25 and 26. Admission is $13 per person. Space is limited and reservations are strongly advised. Please note the Witches and Tombstones Tours include walking on uneven ground and the use of stairs. After leaving the WebbDeane-Stevens Museum, the first stop on the 90-minute Witches and Tombstones tour is the 1711
The Witches and Tombstones Tour features tales from the notorious Wethersfield Witch Trials and a trip to the Wethersfield Ancient Burying Ground.
Buttolph-Williams House, which features tales from the notorious Wethersfield Witch Trials, including that of Katherine Harrison, who narrowly escaped the noose thanks to a technicality. Instead, she was banished and financially ruined. The second stop on the tour is the Wethersfield Ancient Burying Ground, where, among other grim details, visitors will hear of Connecticut’s first mass murder and learn how gravestones warned the living of their own impending peril.
At the Isaac Stevens House, visitors will be seated in the front parlor, which is somberly prepared for a 19th-century wake, including a prepared coffin, shrouded windows and mirrors and tansy and rosemary to mask any “odors.” A guide will detail 1800s mourning practices and how the living dealt with fears of being buried alive. For reservations, call (860) 529-0612, ext. 12. For more information on the Webb-DeaneStevens Museum, visit: http:// webb-deane-stevens.org
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Mango, a cat rescued by the Animal Alliance Welfare League of Connecticut, which is hosting a fundraiser Nov. 8.
Dedication of “The Giving Garden” at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center with Newington resident Jean Pittsinger Henry, a new member of the Senior Center who won the contest to name the garden.
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67 years old and growing weary. She’s hoping more animal lovers will step up and offer their time to the cause. “I have arthritic problems. I need someone younger, a go-getter to help out,” she explained. With the help of less than 50 others, Karalus feeds more than 400 cats daily. There are more than 25 colonies in New Britain alone, and lots along the Berlin Turnpike in Newington. “On average, there’s maybe four or five in a colony,” Karalus said. “There are some bigger colonies. At one point when I was living in Elmwood, there was a colony that had 40 cats.” Since they began, the non-profit organization has neutered and spayed over 6,000 cats. A breeding cat, along with her kittens, can produce over 12,000 cats in a five-year period according to its website, CTAAWL.org. They also domesticate kittens born among feral colonies and make them available for adoption through PETCO. Vouchers through the State Department of Agriculture help AAWL with spay/ neuter costs, and Karalus buys between $1,200 and $1,500 worth of food every month, relying strictly on donations. “We’re always looking for more volunteers, volunteer foster homes as well,” said Jessica Westerman, a volunteer who coordinates fundraising activities for AAWL. She’s planning a fundraiser at the Polish American Club in Newington on Saturday, Nov. 8. It’s a spaghetti dinner and tea cup
auction (with fish bowls instead of tea cups) and all are welcome. “Anybody and everybody that would like to support us — animal lovers,” Westerman said. Those interested in volunteering with the Animal Alliance Welfare League of Connecticut, feeding cats a few hours up to a few days per week or providing transportation to vet visits can contact Linda Karalus at (860) 518-6579. For tickets to the upcoming fundraiser (adults-$15, children under 15 free), contact Jessica Westerman at (860) 796-5421 or p4pfundraiser@gmail.com. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.
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Newington showed fight in latest defeat By CHRIS MCLAUGHLIN STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — Although Newington’s comeback bid fell short in last Friday’s loss to Glastonbury, the Indians showed a fight they hadn’t shown in their previous losses. Down 21 with a quarter remaining, it would have been easy to just call it a day and go through the motions of the fourth quarter, but Newington refused to quit. All game long nothing had been working offensively, but in the fourth the Indians finally showed up, and a big reason was the offensive line stepping up. For much of the game, the Tomahawks defenders cut through the Indians O-line with ease, constantly pressuring quarterback Jake Hedberg and shutting down any semblance of a run game. But after being called out at halftime, the linemen answered the challenge in the fourth. “In the first half the offensive line was just not getting the job done and we had to make some adjustments at halftime,” head coach Eric Hennessy said. “We had to say lets pick stuff up and challenge them a bit. They didn’t
have the right mind set in the first half and kind of took punishment instead of dealing punishment out. So we had to challenge them a little and as weird as it sounds we had to challenge their manhood a little bit.” The third saw improved play from the O-line, but not enough. Eventually even some of the offensive players had seen enough and continued coach’s challenge. By the fourth, the offensive line wasn’t going to let anybody by, and with time to make plays, Hedberg and Pedro Kerr made plays. Hedberg found Kyle Armour deep down the field after a nice on a double move to get Newington down by the goal line. After getting stuffed in the same spot a week before against Manchester, Newington wasn’t going to make the same mistakes again, with Hedberg running it in himself. On the next drive, Kerr finally broke free for a 30-yard touchdown, one of only two rushes for double digit yards in the entire game. “After last week not being able to punch it in we got some crit-
icism,” Hennessy said. “Unfair criticism, but Pedro didn’t complain, didn’t pout and when he got his opportunity he took advantage, and that’s all I ask.” Hennessy said following the game he wishes his team could play like they did in the fourth all the time, and it’s easy to see why. Inconsistency has plagued Newington for much of 2014. When the Indians are on, they’re almost impossible to stop, but when they play the way they did in the first three quarters, the 2-3 record starts to make sense. If the Newington offense can channel their fourth quarter performance moving forward, the Indians will be in line for a ton of success. The defense is already there, and for the first time in years, it’s the offenses’ turn to catch up. “Change is slow sometimes,” Hennessy said. “People who are familiar with this program know we’re finally playing great defense and special teams we just have to Kevin Bartram | Staff make sure we play offense like we Newington quarterback Jake Hedberg scrambles in a game this season. did in the fourth quarter.” After challenging his team’s They didn’t come out with the “I think everyone in the stadimanhood at halftime, the Indians win, but if there’s such a thing as um knows we have 52 men on this responded. a moral victory, this is it. team,” Hennessy said.
Plainville boys catching fire By KEVIN D. ROBERTS STAFF WRITER
After an 0-3 start to the season, Plainville boys soccer coach Tim Brown is proud of how his team has responded over the past nine matches. The Blue Devils are 7-1-1 since the 0-3 start, including Saturday’s 1-0 win at Bristol Eastern. Brown pointed to his team’s defense as a big key to the turnaround. Freshman Patryk Wnorowski, junior Alex Zalasco, junior Dan Constantini and sophomore Grant Sarra have held it together in the backfield for Plainville. “They have just locked teams down,” Brown said. Wnorowski has proven to be very cool and collected in his first
season, according to Brown. “He’s just a good, steady force in back, and we needed that,” Brown said. Senior keeper Brendan West has been solid for the Blue Devils, who have given up a single goal in the last three matches. Senior Quentin Lux, who is counted upon to do much of the offensive damage, understands the importance of a good defense. “When you play together like that, it just helps a lot,” Lux said. Lux said it starts with the defenders, then moves on to the midfielders and forwards. When it comes to offense, Plainvile turns to Lux. “The guys look for him, and everybody supports the idea that
he’s our danger man up top,” Brown said. Lux only needs an opportunity to make opponents pay, and he did so on Saturday. Plainville (7-4-1, 7-2-1 CCC South) has rounded into form since a slow start to the season, and it looks to keep the positive momentum going on Tuesday with a 6 p.m. home match against struggling Platt (1-10-1, 1-8-1 CCC South). The Blue Devils won the first meeting 1-0 in overtime on Sept. 19. Kevin D. Roberts can be reached at (860) 584-0501 ext. 7229 or kroberts@newbritainherald.com On Twitter: @kroberts023
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NEWINGTON EVENTS CALENDAR WORKOUT AT HEALTHTRAX IN NEWINGTON TO WIPEOUT CANCER IN OCTOBER: Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness, 375 E. Cedar St., is host site for CT Breast Health Initiative fundraising campaign to help find a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime. One goal, one desire, to help find a cure. The event is open to the public with a donation to CBHI. Workout to Wipeout Cancer: Pick up a 12-Workout punch card to get started on your quest to wipeout cancer in Connecticut. In October, members are committing to a minimum of 12 workouts and raising $25 from friends and family to sponsor their commitment to fitness and the cause. All proceeds collected go to CBHI which channels their energy and resources directly to Connecticut-based scientists and research teams to help find a cure. What’s raised in Connecticut, stays in Connecticut, until there is a cure. Each workout, swim or class is recorded at the front desk. Submit your card Oct. 31 to be entered into a drawing to win a six-month family membership. Refer a friend to Healthtrax and they get 12 free workouts in October with their $25 CTBHI donation, too. All qualifying participants will receive a pink CTBHI/Healthtrax event T-shirt with the completion of the event. For more information, stop by the Center or call (860) 666-8451. CRAFTERS, VENDORS NEEDED FOR CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR: St. Mary Women’s Club in Newington is looking for crafters and vendors for its Christmas Craft Fair Sunday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. To reserve your space or for more information, call Joanne Andrews at (860) 666-8927. NAMI NEWINGTON: NAMI Newington (National Alliance for Mental Illness) meets every second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Newington Senior Center, 120 Cedar St. Contact Debi at (860) 830-2129 for more information. NEWINGTON AGENCIES TO GAIN SUPPORT: Many Newington agencies will gain support on Oct. 19 and 26 when the Kiwanis Club’s Big K Flea Market/ Craft Fair is open for shoppers and sightseers because the biggest part of the $1 admission donation goes to local community agencies as also do the $15 space rentals. Last year the Big K Flea Market made donations to the Memorial Day Parade Committee, Newington’s Human Services Department, Newington’s Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Newington Com-
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DON’T FEED THE PLANTS AT NCTC’S “LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS”: The Newington Children’s Theatre Company (NCTC) will present the musical spoof of 1950s sci-fi movies, “Little Shop of Horrors,” taking to the NCTC stage for four performances only, Oct. 24-26. Down-and-out skid row floral assistant Seymour becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. It isn’t long before “Audrey II” has grown from a harmless shrub into an
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Newington. Join us and Mary Kay, 31, Simply Soap, crafts, Yoga by You and other wellness providers. There will be refreshments and raffles. The 2015 “Taste,” dining and activity book will also be on sale. Proceeds will benefit annual scholarships and community service projects. Admission is $2. For more information, call (860) 6657981 For more information, call (860) 666-4371. CALLING ALL KIDS, AGES 5-7 — WANNA BE IN A SHOW?: The Newington Children’s Theatre Company, Connecticut’s longest operating children’s theatre has announced open enrollment for their upcoming In Performance class: “Seussical Jr.,” for kids, ages 5-8. “Seussical Jr” is fantastical musical extravaganza which tells the story of Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and many more of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters. Classes are held Wednesdays (beginning Nov. 5, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.) or Saturdays (beginning, Nov. 8, 9 to 10 a.m. or 10:30 to 11:30 a.m). Throughout the four-week session, kids have the opportunity to learn basic acting skills, songs and dances in preparation to become part of the ensemble of “Seussical Jr.,” performing Dec. 12-21 on the NCTC stage. Participants perform in two to three of the eight public performances. In addition to the four classes, participants are required to attend two evening rehearsals with the full cast. No previous experience or audition required. Cost: $100. All classes, rehearsals and performances will be held at the NCTC Performing Arts Theatre, 743 North Mountain Road. Registration forms are available online (www.NCTCArts.org), as well as, at the theatre. For more information, call (860) 666-NCTC (6282) or visit www.NCTCArts.org. PASTA DINNER FUNDRAISER: A pasta dinner to raise funds for the school athletic program will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14 at Emmanuel Christian Academy, 569 Maple Hill Ave. Cost for dinner is $5. ARTWORK ON DISPLAY: The Newington Senior Center, 120 Cedar St., will be showing the works of two awardwinning artists during the month of November. Lois House, watercolorist, will exhibit in the cafeteria; Carole Glaser’s pastels can be viewed in the south foyer gallery. Newington Senior & Disabled Center Hours: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. week days; 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
NEWINGTON POLICE Newington police report the following: Eduardo Torres, 38, of 2660 Berlin Turnpike, was charged Sept. 9 with second-degree failure to appear and interfering with a police officer. James Moore, 48, of 40 Moylan
Court, was charged Sept. 11 with disorderly conduct. Travis Spada, 43, of 1050 Killingworth Road, Higganum, was charged Sept. 11 with second-degree failure to appear and two counts first-degree failure to appear.
Mikalai Shmatok, 34, of 72 Riverview Ave., Agawam, Mass., was charged Sept. 15 with third-degree identity theft. Pamela Plaza, 26, of 20 Court St., New Britain, was charged Sept. 15 with criminal violation of a protective order.
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WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY CALENDAR ADULT PROGRAMS TUESDAY NIGHT MOVIE: Join us Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 6:15 p.m. at the library for a free showing of “Her” starring Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson and Joaquin Phoenix. A lonely writer develops an unlikely relationship with his newly purchased operating system that’s designed to meet his every need. “Her” is rated R for language, sexual content and brief graphic nudity. (126 minutes) Tuesday Night Movies are free and open to the public. Please note a new starting time of 6:15 p.m. Registration is not required, but seating is limited. For information call the library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the library at 515 Silas Deane Hwy. HULA HOOPS TO HIGH FASHION: G. FOX & CO. IN THE 1950S: The library and the Connecticut Historical Society are teaming up to bring you, “From Hula Hoops to High Fashion: G. Fox & Co. in the 1950s” on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. For most Connecticut residents, the word “Fox’s” holds powerful associations. The name evokes images of a beautifully decorated, tall department store on Main Street filled with every imaginable garment, home furnishing or, domestic necessity dreamed of and warm memories of sharing time with family and friends. From the marquee decorated for Christmas to shopping trips for back-to-school clothes, the days at G. Fox were filled with wonder. For a treat, nothing was better than cream cheese on date-nut bread with mother in the Connecticut Room. Elizabeth Abbe, director of public outreach at the Connecticut Historical Society, will be your guide
down memory lane, with a look at Connecticut’s favorite department store. She will take you back, floor by floor, to the days when Fox’s was the largest privately-owned department store in the United States. Abbe, who grew up in Wethersfield, says she remembers how special it was to take the bus “uptown” to spend the day shopping with her mother at Fox’s. It’s time to revisit G. Fox Co., where the customer was always right! Bring your memories along with your favorite purchases. We’ll have some tables for display of G. Fox Co. treasures and time for you to share a favorite G. Fox Co. story. You’ll also have the opportunity to go home with a booklet that gives a brief history of the store for a small donation. The program is free and open to all. Registration is suggested. For more information or to register call the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or you may email registrations to library at wethersfieldlibrary.org. FRIENDS OF THE WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY FALL BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Wethersfield Library will hold their fall book sale on Saturday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 2nd at the library. Book sale hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Sunday only buy and fill a bag for $5. The Friends provide the bags. Hundreds of books in different categories. Special sections for children, biography, cookbooks, motorcycles, coffee table and many older out-of-print treasures. All proceeds from the book sale support the work of the library. www.wethersfieldlibrary.org, (860) 257-2811.
TEEN AND CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS FAMILY PLACE PLAY & GROW PARENT-CHILD WORKSHOPS: Thanks to the generosity of Hartford Foundation for Public Giving the Wethersfield Library is proud to offer Family Place. Monday evenings and Tuesday mornings in October and November families can enjoy a stimulating, educational, and fun place to play, visit and interact with their children ages birth-3. Siblings up to 5 years old are welcome to attend. A resource professional will be available at each class to answer questions and provide information about a variety of parenting topics. These include: Speech & Language; Early Child Development; Music; Health & Nutrition; Behavior and Early Literacy. Family Place Play & Grow: Parent-Child Workshops will meet on the following dates: Oct. 20-21, 27-28 and Nov. 10-11, 17-18, 24 and 25. Registration is required as space is limited. Call or visit the Wethersfield Library Children’s Department, 515 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield, CT 06109; call (860) 257-2801; or Email: childservices@wethersfieldlibrary.org. When registering,specify either the Monday evening series which will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with a light supper included or the Tuesday morning series which will be held 10:30 a.m. until noon. STEMTASTIC SATURDAY: The Wethersfield Library’s Children’s Department is offering a new yearround Saturday program for children of all ages. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math through fun do-it-yourself activities. Drop-in anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
to participate. For more information about this and other programs for children, call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801, visit the library or www.wethersfieldlibrary. org/kids.htm. DROP-IN STORY/PLAY TIME: The Wethersfield Library invites children of all ages and their caregivers to come to Friday morning Drop-in Playtime/Storytime from 10 a.m. to noon. No registration is required. Children’s programs are canceled on any day when the Wethersfield Public Schools are closed due to weather. For more information, visit the library, 515 Silas Deane Hwy., www.wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids. htm or call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801. SATURDAY STORIES: The Wethersfield Library offers year-round Saturday Stories for preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. Drop-in fun with books, songs and movement for the whole family. Registration is not required. For more information, call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801, visit the library or www.wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids.htm. PIZZA AND PAGES: Fourth through sixth-graders, come join the conversation. Pizza and Pages will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 21. Come for pizza and join the discussion of “King of the Mound” by Wes Tooke. Registration is required. Each year the Nutmeg Awards program nominates 10 quality intermediate books. Children read and discuss these titles and have fun talking about them. For registration information or for more information
on this and other children’s programs, visit the library, go to www. wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids.htm or call the children’s department at (860) 257-2801. TEEN “ZOMBIFICATION” WORKSHOP: Scars and bruises and scabs, oh my! Teens in grades 7 to 12 are invited to celebrate the horror of Halloween at the library for a special effects makeup workshop taught by Fantasy Face Painting and FX Artist Caroline Wilcox on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Wilcox will transform you into a gory zombie character using ordinary household items and professional makeup to create wounds, blood, burns, and more! Registration is required and limited to 12 participants. Teens may register in person at the library, by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811 or emailing teenservices@wethersfieldlibrary. org. Don’t miss it! PUMPKIN JUDGING CONTEST AND PARADE: The Wethersfield Library will hold a special Pumpkin Judging Contest and Parade for children and their families on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m. Come dressed in your Halloween costume with a pumpkin decorated or carved as your favorite book character. Receive tricks or treats as you parade around the library. Registration is required for this program and is ongoing for Wethersfield residents. Non-resident registration begins Oct. 20. For more information, or to register, visit the library, www.wethersfieldlibrary. org/kids.htm or call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801.
WETHERSFIELD EVENTS CALENDAR SUPPORT GROUPS: First Congregational Church, 355 Main St. Cromwell, offers two programs for those going through divorce, and people who are already divorced. Both groups meet on the first and third Fridays of the month: Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. The “Divorce Support” is for anyone thinking about divorce, already divorced, or in process of divorce. The “Moving Forward Group” discusses many topics, which includes dating — A lot of us have forgotten what it’s like to date, as we are no longer in our teens, or 20s! MIKEY’S PLACE CELEBRATES 16TH ANNUAL 5K ROAD RACE: On Sunday, Oct. 19 at 11 a.m. the 16th Annual Mikey’s Place 5K Family Run, Walk & Roll will take place to benefit the preservation of the wheelchair accessible playground built in memory of Michael James Daversa. Mikey passed away just before his third birthday from the neuromuscular disease, Spinal Muscular Atrophy. In the fall of 2000, hundreds of community volunteers united to help the Daversa/Huffman families constructed the 25,000 square foot playground designed for children of all abili-
ties. This year’s participants will be helping to continue a scholarship fund with Wethersfield’s Dollars for Scholars program which was created in 2003. All individuals (men, women and children) are invited to participate in this wonderful community event. The Run, Walk and Roll will begin at Mikey’s Place on Garden Street in Old Wethersfield. It is a flat course suitable for wheelchair participants. There is an entry fee, however, runners and walkers are being asked to take pledges. The entry fee is waived for any entrant who raises a minimum of $15 in pledges. Registration will take place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Hanmer School Gym. There will be division awards and a professional timing service will be on hand to record times at the finish line. If you would like to volunteer to help on the day of the race or to obtain a pledge form, contact the Daversa’s at (860) 529-2711 or by email at ddavfamily26@gmail.com. Pledge forms are also available at Village Pizza, Premier Cleaners, Shop-Rite Hardware, The Run In, Mikey’s Place and in The Rare Reminder as well as via Facebook — search for Mikey’s Place. Continue the tradition with us.
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING SET AT WETHERSFIELD SENIOR CENTER: A free blood pressure screening will be held Thursday, Oct. 23, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., at the Wethersfield Senior Center (Pitkin Community Center), 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield. Cedar Mountain Commons and Jefferson House sponsor the monthly screenings. Cedar Mountain Commons, a department of Hartford Hospital, offers independent and assisted living. Jefferson House, a department of Hartford Hospital, offers short-term/outpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing and palliative care.
income. The guidelines are: for a family of one — $32,514.56; family of two — $42,519.04; family of three — $52,523.52 and so on. If you heat with a utility, you should contact that utility company to ask if you are eligible to enroll in their Matching Payment Program for the upcoming program year. Energy Assistance outreach dates for the area housing sites are as follows:
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR CRT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The Department of Social & Youth Services will begin accepting applications for the CRT Energy Assistance Program starting Monday, Nov. 3. This program provides financial assistance for heating expenses during the 2014-15 heating season. Wethersfield residents only can make appointments by calling (860) 721-2977. To be eligible, a household’s gross income must fall within established guidelines based on family size and annual
Lasher Court, Tuesday, Dec. 16, 9 a.m. to noon; WHA, Fuller Housing, Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015, 9 a.m. to noon. For more information regarding the documents you must supply and for an appointment, call (860) 721-2977.
Nathan Hale, 1534 Berlin Turnpike, Tuesday, Nov. 11, 8 a.m. to noon; Wethersfield Housing Authority, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 8 a.m. to noon; Nathan Hale, 1532 Berlin Turnpike, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8 a.m. to noon;
GFWC — NEWINGTON/WETHERSFIED WOMAN’S CLUB: The GFWC — Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club welcomes all women in our area to join us at our monthly meetings. We gather on the fourth
Tuesday of the month at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St. Social time is from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Meetings start promptly at 6:30 p.m. This month, the program will include a short presentation from one of our members who recently visited Kenya/Uganda. We are a non-profit community service organization. Come and discover all the projects that we are involved in. We look forward to meeting new women with new ideas on how to contribute to the community and beyond. Mark Friday, Nov. 7 on your calendar! The GFWC — Newington/ Wethersfield Woman’s Club will host “Girls Night Out,” from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at The Church of Christ, Congregational, 1085 Main St., Newington. Join us and Mary Kay, 31, Simply Soap, crafts, Yoga by You and other wellness providers. There will be refreshments and raffles. The 2015 “Taste,” dining and activity book will also be on sale. Proceeds will benefit annual scholarships and community service projects. Admission is $2. For more information, call (860) 665-7981 For more information, call (860) 666-4371.
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