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Newington High School fell to 4-4 on the year and ended a four-game win streak with a loss to Hall Saturday. At left, Jeremy Weyman (99) scrambles for a loose ball. At right, Eric Ryan (21) looks to avoid a Hall defender. Below, fans try to keep warm during the game. See story and photos on Pages 9 and 10.
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When the popular Ron’s Automotive Service closed its doors last year, it left former employee Leo Passerella without a job, but not without a dream. Now one year later, he’s taken the initiative to establish his own business and is extending an invitation to Newington residents in need of auto services of any kind. Whether it’s detailing, repairs, tires, alignment, used car inspection or DMV registration and emission testing, Passerella does it all. “I have a good reputation in Newington from Ron’s and I’m trying to get back in touch with people,” he said, adding, “I felt bad when the shop closed down because a lot of people relied on us.” Ron’s opened on its prime Main Street location in 1973, but closed last August. “It was family-run and I kind of felt like part of the family,” says Passerella. “We had good clientele, lots of old customers … I felt a responsibility to the people of Newington that I helped out over the years, to continue.” Seniors living in the nearby Market Square Apartments on Constance Leigh Drive were frequent customers. The shop’s free car pick-up and delivery service was ideal for them, and that’s one thing that Passerella is going to continue offering his customers. “I can get anything you need done while you’re at work and drop your car off so it’s ready when you
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Lou Passerella, former employee of Ron’s Automotive Service, which closed down a little more than a year ago, is getting back into the auto repair business by opening his own shop.
get home,” he says. Using the services of a locallyowned mechanic shop has its perks. Automotive-related national chain stores sometimes mislead their customers into wracking up a heftier bill than anticipated. Go in for a tire change and come out with a new transmission? It’s possible your old one was running just fine. “The more parts they sell the more money they make,” says Passerella, who swears by fair business practices. “When I worked at Ron’s I went home with a clean conscience, because I have integrity and take pride in my work.” But his leave from Ron’s was actually for the best, because Passerella’s
wife ended up needing a serious operation last year that’s kept him at home as primary caregiver. Her health has since improved, but the economy hasn’t. Finding a full-time job in any industry right now is a tough feat. That’s why he took business matters into his own hands. “I started this because I had a burning desire to get back into the automotive field,” he says. Call Passerella Services at (860) 508-5009. Leo’s office is located at 175 Costello Road, Unit E, Newington. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.
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Congressman John Larson, both Democrats, each won their races by parallel landslides, winning over 68 percent of their respective voters. Their opponents, John Henry Decker and Joe Dinunzio each took less than one-third of the vote. Longtime state Rep. Sandy Nafis, who was first elected to the 27th District in 1998 and represents the majority of Newington residents, came out on top with 6,618 votes. Her opponent Ben Ancona — fellow Newington resident and chairman of the Republican Town Committee — had 3,609. Voters in the 29th District, which encompasses the southeast end of town, favored State Rep. Tony Guerrera over Republican Todd Brown. In the southwest
portion of town, which falls in the 24th District, 64 percent of voters chose Rick Lopes while Peter Steele received 36 percent of the vote. On another note, both referendum questions voters weighed in on this year passed with flying colors. The new Town Charter, which went through a thorough revision process by a town committee during the past year, was approved by 7,243 voters, turned down by 2,384. The changes made were mainly to bring the document up-to-date with current town regulations; there were virtually no controversial provisions. Possibly the most significant — and maybe what picked up opponents’ concern — were increases in dollar amounts that require town proposals to go
The new Town Charter, which went through a thorough revision process by a town committee during the past year, was approved by 7,243 voters, turned down by 2,384.
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to referendum. The continuation of the Metropolitan District Commission’s Clean Water Project was approved by 7,496 Newington voters and turned down by just 2,256. Because the second phase of the project was also approved by voters in the
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NHS drama club set to present ‘A Christmas Carol’ By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
A younger crowd is preparing to open up this year’s holiday season by performing an age-old Charles Dickens story for the Newington community. The Newington High School Drama Club will present “A Christmas Carol” next week, Nov. 15, 16 and 17. Students have been in rehearsals since September, tackling British accents and old-fashioned Christmas caroling. “We had the largest turnout I’ve ever seen for auditions since I took over the drama club four years ago,” said Tom Connolly, the club’s advisor. “This show is versatile enough that we can have a cast as little as 10 or as many as 44 people,” he added. Although the script traditionally contains parts for mainly male characters, the majority of interested actors were female. Therefore, Connolly decided on a 32-person gender-neutral cast. Scrooge, for example, is played by senior Emma Bartlett. “This is an interesting version of ‘A Christmas Carol,’” he said during a
At left, sophomore Nick Sousa as Scrooge and Tina Lenares, 15, as his young beau in rehearsals for “A Christmas Carol,” Newington High School’s fall show. At center, Deanna Ruby, 17, one of the show’s carolers. At right, from left, senior Emma Bartlet as Scrooge, singing with the Ghost of Christmas Present, sophomore Sam McDougall.
recent rehearsal. “It has six characters who narrate the show in the voice of Charles Dickens and they serve as emotion-amplifiers for the audience — sort of clue them in on what they should be feeling.” Following the proposal scene for example, where a young Scrooge (played by sophomore Nick Sousa) asks his beau (15-year-old Tina Lenares) to marry him, there are a half-dozen others gathered around
them. Carolers croon the bittersweet sentiment in the air, eluding to the fact that the wide-eyed young man would soon evolve into a miserable old man. “This is my favorite scene right here, they do such a good job with it; it’s a mix of really strong talent,” Connolly whispered, watching the students carefully and scribbling down things that need improvement and changes to be addressed.
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Senior Courtney Oushana, 17, was cast as Tiny Tim and is especially excited for next week’s performance, because it will be her first. “I’ve done choir and ballet and stuff, but this is my first play … my debut,” she joked. “Your breakout role!” added her friend Emily Forauer, a junior, who is playing Mrs. Cratchit. “I like that everybody works together to make something bigger than themselves,” Forauer said of theatre, which she has been involved in for about three years. “It’s kind of a team effort; whatever your role is you feel needed, important,” she added. Although “getting the show on the road” has been somewhat of a challenge for the group, they are preparing non-stop and can’t wait to present their performance.
“We lost a couple of days due to the storm so we’re a little behind with our rehearsals but they’re doing really well,” Connolly said last week. “Our biggest obstacle has been the British accent,”he added.“We’ve been doing accent workshops to help.” But that says a lot for the amount of heart they put into their parts: while not in costume and not rehearsing lines, the students continue to address each other like Brits. “A Christmas Carol” will be presented in the Newington High School auditorium Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nov. 15 through 17 at 7:30 p.m. There will also be a special matinee showing at 1;30 p.m. Saturday. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.
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Community benefits from Kiwanis Club’s generosity More than $20K raised through weekly Market Square Big K Flea Market By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
events in town — most significantly the Newington Memorial Day Parade, but also the Extravaganza, the Clara McDermott Basketball Classic and the American Legion Boys State. “All of this was made possible by the volunteers who work at the flea market,” explained Public Relations Chairman and Program Chairman, Al Cohen, who has been a Kiwanis member since the mid-’80s. The flea market has two runs each year: every Sunday from April to the end of June and then again for eight Sundays in the fall. Volunteers are welcome to come anytime during the morning into the early afternoon to help out at the market, but there are several individuals who are there helping set up before the sun even begins to peek over the horizon. This includes Kiwanis Vice President Bill Hall and TreasurerSecretary Dan Henry, as well as member Joe Wells. Many others do their part to make each market a fun, successful Kiwanis Club’s 2012 Big K Flea Market, which was held every Sunday in Market Square, raised over $20,000 event, like state Rep. Sandy Nafis, The for local causes. The flea market wrapped up for the year at the end of October. D-Newington, a longtime Kiwanis member, as well as Cohen’s wife Myra, a longtime town councilor. The club is now planning for a 60th anniversary celebration in January. Any civic-minded citizens who would like to experience the satisfaction of giving something back to their community to help make Newington a better place can inquire about joining the Newington Kiwanis by calling Al Cohen at (860) 667-2864.
The crafters and treasure vendors who fill Market Square Sundays in fall and spring for the Newington Kiwanis Big K Flea Market packed up the last of their goods at the end of October. But their cold weather departure marked some great news for Newington. A total of $20,000 in proceeds was collected through admission and vendor fees in the market’s 2012 season. This was recently distributed to the various community organizations and causes the Kiwanis support. It’s the usual routine for the club, which has held its annual flea markets every year since 1992, with the mission of supporting many worthy civic and humanitarian projects in the Newington community. These weekly events draw in more than 1,000 visitors and up to 75 vendors in sunny weather. One of the most notable of the beneficiaries is Newington High School, which receives $5,000 in scholarships for graduating seniors each year. The school’s Key Club is also a Kiwanis-sponsored activity, and gives interested students the opportunity to perform acts of kindness for local senior citizens. The Keys also work at the flea market. Among other groups to receive donations this year were: Newington Human Services and the Food Bank, Newington Volunteer Fire Department and Hartford Hospital’s Craniofacial Department, which treats children who suffer from facial Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) malformations. This club is also responsible for 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@ contributing to many popular annual newbritainherald.com.
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At Newington Senior Night came and went — Carly Cruff (N) first in 200 freeat Newington High School and HIGHLIGHTS style (2:16.23) and 500 freestyle (6:01.16). Rocheleau (N) first in 100 IM (2:18.37) in the end, the Indians swim- Danielle and 100 freestyle (56.57). Hannah Martin (N) in 50 freestyle (25.95). Olivia Karanian (N) ming and diving team was first first in 100 butterfly (1:09.06). victorious, taking down East Records: Newington 9-4. Catholic 98-87. “Right from the get-go the girls were having a great meet,” ing away with a win on Senior head coach John DiPaola- Night. “It just felt great.” DiPaola-Tromba could not Tromba said. “They swam hard and they were full of excitement have been more pleased with the and energy. It was their senior result, although winning is not night and they wanted to honor necessarily what he preaches to their seniors. Across the board his swimmers. “It really doesn’t matter if you they had great swims.” Right off the bat, the Indians win or lose,” DiPaola-Tromba were swimming hard and having said. “I’ve always told the girls a lot of success. In the second that. I just want them to swim event of the meet, Newington their best times because if they took first, second and third in have their best times, it really the 200 freestyle. Senior Carly doesn’t matter if they win or lose. Cruff (2:16.23), junior Dana Obviously the winning is just Gionfriddo (2:16.96) and fresh- that little extra bonus that takes man Michaela Murray (2:23.78) it to the extra level of exciteplaced first, second and third ment.” The atmosphere throughout respectively as the race set the pace for the remainder of the Newington’s pool was electric and a little bit emotional. The meet. “I think today our energy was meet was cut in half in order to extremely high and our sports- honor the seniors and everything manship was really high,” Cruff they have done for the program. said. “We really showed our team After the diving portion of the spirit and that’s what got us meet was over, DiPaola-Tromba along with a few underclassmen through this meet.” Cruff also finished first in the said a few words to their friends long 500 freestyle with a time of and fellow teammates. “It was awesome what all of 6:01.16 which had the crowd in our teammates did for us,” Druff an uproar. Sophomore Danielle said. “It feels so great that they Rocheleau also had a big day, cared so much about us.” Senior Gabriella Capossela finishing first in both the 100 IM (2:18.37) and the 100 free- had a good night on the divstyle (56.57). Hannah Martin ing board, finishing second with was another winner in an indi- a 126.95. East Catholic’s Katie vidual event, taking first in the Burke placed first in the diving portion with a 133.80. 50 freestyle in 25.95. Now the regular season is over In fact, the Indians placed for the Indians and the state first in all but three swimming Autobody events. The Eagles’ Erinne tournament is right around the Neff (1:16.53), Margaret Mills corner which DiPaola-Tromba (1:18.95) and Jessica Leary said his team will be ready for. (1:23.05) finished first, second 2550 Berlin Turnpike • Newington, Carl Josephson can be reachedCTat and third in the 100 breaststroke. “It was awesome,” senior (860) 225-4601 ext. 272 or cjoAlison Mishou said about com- sephson@newbritainherald.com
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Newington’s 4-game win streak snapped by Hall
By KEVIN D. ROBERTS STAFF WRITER
A disastrous start to Saturday’s game led to the end Newington’s four-game win streak in a 40-18 loss to Hall at a blustery Robert S. Chalmers Stadium. The Indians dropped to 4-4 while the Warriors improved to 4-4. The win snapped a three-game losing streak for Hall. Warriors quarterback Zach Dobbins was 19-of-28 passing for 207 yards and three touchdowns. Hall marched 80 yards on the opening drive behind the bruising ground attack of running back Jordan Bell. Bell, who had 62 yards on the drive, finished off the nineplay drive with a 23-yard scoring run off of a reverse for a 6-0 Warriors lead. Thomas Honyotski’s extra point made it 7-0 with 8:12 left in the first quarter. “Being able to run the ball, and Bell running the ball as well as he did, was outstanding,” Hall coach Frank Robinson III said. If it wasn’t bad enough that Hall scored on its opening possession, matters only got worse for Newington on the ensuing kickoff.
Kicking into strong winds, Honyotski put the ball high and short. An Indians player tried to catch the ball but fumbled, giving the Warriors the ball at the Newington 37. “We dropped the ball on that play, and they got it,” Newington coach Roy Roberts said. “We got to make a play.” On 2nd and 10, Dobbins kept the ball on the option and ran 35 yards to the Indians 2. “We haven’t asked him to do it much, but today there was an opportunity for him to do that,” Robinson said. Two plays later, Chris Davis scored on short yardage for a 13-0 lead. Honyotski’s kick made it 14-0 Hall, and there was still 7:05 to play in the first quarter. “They started the game better than we did,” Roberts said. “That’s what it comes down to.” Newington got on the scoreboard when Chris Beauford kicked a 22-yard field goal with five seconds remaining in the first quarter. The Indians could’ve cut the Warrior lead in half, but they didn’t
get any more yards after having 2nd and goal from the 4. Honyotski got the three points back with a 31-yard field goal of his own at the 3:55 mark of the second quarter. Still, Newington was within two touchdowns. Then the bottom fell out for the Indians. On the second play of the ensuing drive, Newington quarterback Jake Hedberg’s pass was intercepted by Hall’s DJ Byers, who returned it 15 yards to the Indians 27. On a 3rd and 9 from the 10 with 1:36 left in the first half, Dobbins threw across the middle to Bell, who made a juggling catch for a touchdown. Honyotski’s third extra point of the half made it 24-3. After running back Eric Ryan (16 carries, 58 yards) broke off a 17-yard run on the first play of Newington’s next drive, Hedberg threw incomplete on a ball that was nearly intercepted. On the next play, Hedberg did get intercepted by Andrew Monos. Hedberg was just 3-of-12 for 28 yards and two interceptions in the opening 24 minutes. On the other side, Dobbins was
14-of-20 for 161 yards and a touchdown in the first half. Hall went for the kill on the final drive of the half but only got a 22-yard Honyotski field goal after false starting on 2nd and goal from the 1. Honyotski’s kick was the final play of the half and gave the Warriors a commanding 27-3 lead. “We had some opportunities early in the game that we didn’t take advantage of, and they took advantage of their opportunities,” Roberts said. The Indians appeared to be on the verge of really being blown out when Ryan fumbled after an eightyard gain on the first play of the second half, but the defense held, forcing the Warriors into a turnover on downs. After three straight completions by Hedberg, wide receiver Andrew Grenier hooked up with Kyle Bellizzi (6 catches, 70 yards, TD) for a 35-yard gain. A nice fade pass into the wind from Hedberg to Adam Murphy picked up 22 more yards and put the ball on the 3. Two plays later, Hedberg called his own number and scored. Chris Beauford’s
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Slow start finally comes back to bite Newington By KEVIN D. ROBERTS STAFF WRITER
For the past four games, the Newington football team has gotten off to a slow start. In the three games prior to Saturday — wins over New Britain, Manchester and South Windsor — the Indians managed to come from behind and win. That wasn’t the case against Hall on a windy Saturday afternoon at Robert S. Chalmers Stadium, where Newington (4-4) fell behind 27-3 at halftime on the way to a 40-18 loss. The Warriors scored on their first drive, then recovered an Indians fumble on the ensuing kickoff. When Hall’s Chris Davis scored from a yard out and Thomas Honyotski added the extra point, Newington trailed 14-0 with 7:05 left in the first quarter. “That’s four weeks in a row where the other team scored on us first,” Indians coach Roy Roberts said. In the New Britain game, Golden Hurricanes quarterback Malique Jones threw a 21-yard touchdown pass to give his team a 7-0 lead over the Indians. In an Oct. 20 win over
Manchester, Manchester picked up a safety for the game’s first points, and Newington trailed 18-6 entering the fourth quarter before rallying to win in dramatic fashion on quarterback Jake Hedberg’s 10-yard touchdown pass to Chris Beauford. Even in the game against onewin South Windsor last Saturday, Newington fell behind 6-0 when Bobcats running back James Nyarko scored on a five-yard run with 4:27 left in the first quarter. On Saturday, another slow start came back to bite the Indians. “We got to start games better,” Roberts said. Newington did get three points at the end of the first quarter, but could’ve had more. On a play earlier in the drive, Hedberg threw for the end zone and the ball fell incomplete on a contested play, but the ball had a chance to be caught. Hall scored the next 13 points, including 10 off of two Hedberg interceptions, to take a 27-3 lead into the half. The Warriors were able to come out firing behind quarterback Zach
Dobbins, who was 14-of-20 passing for 161 yards and a touchdown in the first half. Hall had lost three in a row entering Saturday’s game. “Football’s tough, life is tough,” Warriors coach Frank Robinson III said, referring to what the team talked about during the week. “How are you going to deal with adversity?” Hall was also able to run the ball well on its opening drive with running back Jordan Bell gaining 62 of his 88 yards on the drive. “You have to give Newington credit,” Robinson said. “From the second quarter on, they shut down our run game.” Hall responded by going to the air with Dobbins, who was effective throwing the ball (19-of-28, 207 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT). On a few plays in the game, Warrior receivers found themselves wide open for big gains. On the other side, Hedberg struggled in the first half, going just 3-of-12 for 28 yards and two interceptions with no touchdowns. Hedberg finished the game 18-of-34 for 133 yards, one touchdown and the two interceptions.
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LIBRARY CALENDAR Continued from Page 11 free to bring your own games! Snacks will be available. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. PLAY WITH US!: Tuesdays, Nov. 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 three-year-old resource professionals and socialize with your peers. All are welcome. No registration necessary. COOKBOOK CLUB: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m. Chefs in grades 3 to 6 will create Monster Cookie Mix in a Bag. You can take the bag home and make them yourself, or wrap the bag up and
give it as a gift. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. PLAY FOR ALL: Saturday, Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Come join us for a special needs play group, 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. JUST A STORY AND A SONG! Wednesdays, Nov. 21 and 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10:15 a.m. Join us for a 30-minute all ages storytime. We’ll enjoy a story (or two) and a song (or two) to welcome in the morning. No
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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.
PARENT/CHILD WORKSHOP: Mondays, Nov. 26 and Dec. 3, 10 and 17, 6 to 7:30 p.m.; Tuesdays, Nov. 27 and Dec. 4, 11 and 18, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Family Place is presenting a series of free workshops for parents and their 1-3 year-old children. Meet other families, share thoughts, and talk with librarians
CONSTRUCTION CLUB: Saturday, Dec. 1, 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. Please call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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EVENTS CALENDAR AUTUMN ART EXHIBIT: Sr. Christel Scholl, RSM, will exhibit her charming watercolors including barns in winter landscapes during 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.
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,
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NHS CLASS OF 1997 REUNION: The Newington High School Class of 1997 will hold its 15-year reunion from 7 p.m. to midnight Friday, Nov. 23 at the Indian Hill Country Club in Newington. Tickets can be purchased at paypal.com to the email account nhs1997classof@yahoo.com for $55 a ticket (buffet and bar included) or emailing the account for other payment options. Find us on Facebook @ 1997 Class Reunion.
GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH HOLIDAY FAIR: Grace Episcopal Church will host its annual Holiday Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1 in the church Parish Hall, 124 Maple Hill Ave. For additional information, please call the church office at (860) 666-3331.
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. The cost 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.
HOUSE AND CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE: The Newington Historical Society invites the public to its Holiday Open House and Christmas Boutique to be held from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2 at the Kellogg-Eddy House & Museum, 679 Willard Ave. This program is offered free to members of the Newingtom Historical Society. Non-members and the public donations appreciated. Children 12 years and under will have the opportunity to create a Christmas decoration. Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted to benefit the Newington Food Bank.
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
“CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT”: “Christmas by Candlelight” will be presented Sunday, Dec. 9, at 4 p.m. at Church of Christ, Congregational, 1075 Main St., Newington. The church’s choirs and a professional chamber
orchestra, directed by Peter Niedmann will sing and ring a delightful assortment of carols in the candlelit sanctuary. This annual town concert is free and open to all. It runs about one hour, making it perfect for families with young children to enjoy. Free admission. EVENTS AT TEMPLE SINAI: Prof. Ron Kiener, chair of the Department of Religion at Trinity College, will speak about the Arab Spring and its implications for the region, Israel and U.S. interests at Temple Sinai, Newington, following the 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Service Saturday, Dec. 8. The Temple Sisterhood will provide lunch following the program sponsored by the Adult Education Committee. There is no charge for lunch or program, but donations will be accepted. RSVP to the temple office at (860) 561-1055. Checks payable to Temple Sinai should be sent to the temple at 41 West Hartford Road, Newington, CT 06111. Book Night: A discussion of the book “Once We Were Brothers,” by Ronald H. Bolson will be led by Rabbi Jeffrey Bennett following the 7:30 p.m. Shabbat Service at Temple Sinai, Newington, Friday, Nov. 30. For information, call (860) 561-1055.
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JOB FAIR/OPEN HOUSE GKN Aerospace Newington has immediate openings for MILLING MACHINE OPERATORS! **Shop tours ** Interviews with our Management & HR Teams ** **Online/Onsite Applications Available** When: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 Where: GKN Newington,179-183 Louis Street, Newington, CT 06111 (860)-667-8502 Time: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. If interested in attending the Job Fair/Open House, please RSVP to: melissa.concatelli@usa.gknaerospace.com
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Competitive wages, 15% shift differential for 2nd shift, excellent benefits including 401K, medical, dental, educational assistance, and much more! Located in Newington CT, GKN Aerospace Newington specializes in machining large aerospace components such as fan cases for aircraft engines and gas turbines. We produce components for commercial and military aircraft engines and are a leading supplier to major aircraft engine manufacturers. EOE/DFWP/M/F./D/V
Home Furnishings Looking257 for a Job BED: Platform bed frame, $200. All new, still in plasticExtra thick queen mattress set, $300. King set, $395. Delivery. (860) 298-9732.
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HOME IMPROVEMENT DIRECTORY
AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING MULL BROS., INC. - We are a family business that’s been catering to your cooling & heating needs since 1945. We proudly install Lennox, American Standard, Weil McLain & other quality equipment (oil, gas & electric). We also service most makes & models. We are located next to the Wethersfield Post Office (behind the penguins and polar bears) at 61 Beaver Rd. 860- 529-8255
BASEMENT WATERPROOFING JP BACHHAND BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Reliable local contractor. Hatchway leaks, foundation cracks, sub-floor drainage systems, sump pumps & yard drainage. Fully insured, free estimates, written guarantee. Our 27th year registered with CT Dept of Consumer Protection (Reg #511842). Call 860-666-9737 CERAMIC TILE LEN & JEFF SHALLER - Fix leaky showers. Regrouting in tubs. Bath, kitchen tile installed. 37 years experience. Neat, expert workmanship. Repairs a specialty. Call 242-5805
CLEANING SERVICES Polish/English speaking woman can clean your house with care. 3rd cleaning 50% off for new clients only. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insurance Bonded. Call Kasia 860-538-4885 HOUSE, CONDO, OFFICE CLEANING Polish/English speaking lady with many years of experience. References upon request. Please call Ela at 860-348-0234 ELECTRICAL SERVICES NDC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING All aspects of electrical work, additions, new homes, renovations, pools, hottubs, etc. Main service up-grades from fuses to circuit breakers. Fast, quality workmanship. Nick 860-665-7202. CT Lic #E1-180139 GUTTER CLEANING #1 First In Reliability - We Show Up!!! One day service. Our 10th year. Reasonable rates. Senior discounts. Reliable service. Call Rob (860) 982-3300 “A West Hartford Resident” Visit our web site: robpolo.com
PLUMBING POSITANO PLUMBING, INC. 31 years of serving Bristol and the surrounding areas. Specializing in all repairs. Plumbing & heating. Water heater replacement, boiler replacement. CT Lic #202691, 308931. For the best repair work in the area, please call: 860-584-0012, 186 West St., Bristol. ABC PLUMBING, LLC All Plumbing Services Bathrooms & Kitchens Remodeled. Toilets, sinks, hot water, garbage disposals. Will respond to all calls. Licensed & Insured. 860-548-0331. 10% Discount with this Ad
REMODELING FULL SERVICE REMODELING Windows, bathrooms and kitchens. All interior and exterior home or business remodeling and handyman service. You name it - I’ve done it! Excellent references and competitive rates with over 10 years experience. BBB Accredited. Call Mike 860-690-6505 or Kris 860-348-076 today for your free estimate. Fully insured and licensed. Lic #565969.
ROOFING LA RICH, LLC - Master Elite Roofing Contractor with over 500 satisfied customers. Our workmanship is warranteed for 20 years by shingle manufacturer. Best warranty in writing. “Quality you can count on for years.” We do roof repairs, vinyl siding, windows, seamless gutters. Honest, competitive pricing. No hidden costs. Free estimates. Fully insured. Written warranties. Clean and courteous installers. CT Lic #565709. GAFELK ME #11852. 860-622-9800 or 860-747-4427. www.larichroofing.com
TREE SERVICE TOTAL TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING, LLC - Fall Cleanup & Lawn Maintenenace. Commerical & Residential. 75 ft. bucket truck. Chipper, firewood, land clearing, stump grinding, tree removal. Registration #608808. Fully insured.860-529-8389 or 860-538-0980.
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