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Youths take part in ceremony marking Veterans Day By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
Newington is a veterans’ town — with a large Memorial Day parade, an Iwo Jima Memorial, a VA Hospital and two veterans’ housing complexes. For that reason, it’s only fitting the town would host a special Veterans Day ceremony. More than 100 people gathered at Town Hall Monday for just that. The Ceremony of the Roses honors Newington’s 29 fallen soldiers, and is a big part of the event. It was started in 1986 by the late Iwo Jima veteran
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Kiwanis President Frank Zuraski and the late Brigadier General John Carragher and is still performed twice yearly, on Veterans Day and Memorial Day. As the name of each veteran who has since passed on was called to the sound of a drum roll, a Newington Boy Scout and a member of the Newington High School Kiwanis Key club walked from the back of the hall to place a rose at the Kiwanis Veterans monument outside. A wreath was also placed at the monument by American Legion Commander Sebastian Amatore. Retired Command Sergeant Major Kenneth O’Brien served as Monday’s Master of Ceremonies, and the Singing Seniors of See CEREMONY, Page 5
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Iwo Jima veterans Tom McMellon, left, and Ray Greene, a New Britain resident, share war stories during a Veterans Day ceremony Monday at the Iwo Jima Memorial in Newington.
Iwo Jima survivors honored at memorial By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
NEWINGTON — Sitting beside each other Monday looking up at the monument honoring their fallen brothers were Iwo Jima survivors Ray Greene and Tom McMellon. “We’re both 88 years old now; we were 17 when we went in,” said Greene, a New Britain resi-
dent who was an aerial gunner in a dive bomber during the Battle of Iwo Jima. The pair spent Monday’s early afternoon hours recounting memories from 1945 for wide-eyed listeners young and old at the annual Veterans Day ceremony held at the Iwo Jima Memorial. “While he was down there getting shot at I had the more
exciting job,” Greene said, nodding at his friend. “I was in the back seat with a machine gun; in case any airplanes came after us I was supposed to shoot them down. All the time I was up there I was thanking God I wasn’t down below with the poor grunts trying to take the island.” See IWO JIMA, Page 9
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A common thread — for the good of the town To the Editor: As a voter who listened to both parties, was informed and voted on Nov. 5, I had hoped that once the votes were counted and the winners were announced that the “campaigning” and “bickering” would end. However, that does not appear to be the case. I recently read with dismay the headline of a Hartford Courant article “Rancor Lingers After Vote.” “No sign of Peacemaking Between Parties After Democratic Win.” Throughout the article there was a tone of negativism, personal rancor and attacks. In my opinion, the article leads one to believe that there will be no change in what we have listened to over the past four months, rather just more of
the same. Truthfully, I hoped the headlines would read something like “New Council Commits to Working Together for the Good of the Town”; or “A Positive Environment Will Prevail in the Council Chambers for the Good of the Town”; or perhaps “Council Members Pledge to Get Along for the Good of the Town.” There is a common thread here — “for the good of the town.” And yet, in the Courant article, the old rhetoric prevailed. Hang up the gloves. The Council Chambers is not a boxing ring. Put egos aside. Perhaps a change in seating arrangements might reduce the tension around the Council table. The people have spoken and
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made their choices as to who they want to serve on the Council. In lieu of that, as a constituent, resident and taxpayer, I would like to place my order: for the appetizer I would like all elected officials to shake hands; followed by the entrée of cooperation, civil debate and dialogue; then for dessert I would like a large order of dedication to doing what is best for the good of the town. For your tip, you just might be reelected in two years. Is what I have requested possible to deliver? Absolutely, but only you have the power to do so. A change in attitude, resolve and commitment is needed. Mady Kenny Newington
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Thank you to everyone who attended the 10th Annual Silent Auction/Wine Tasting/Chocolate Challenge Saturday, Nov. 9, and thank you to everyone who donated an auction item for this event — your support of the Chamber is greatly appreciated. Congratulations to The Candy Jar & Sweet Shoppe for winning the Chocolate Challenge! Upcoming events Thursday, Nov. 19, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Grand Opening at Visual Perceptions Eyecare, 38 Fenn Road (Stop & Shop Plaza). Ribbon cutting will be at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 5 p.m., Newington Night of Lights, Main Street, Newington. Entertainment provided by Newington Schools, Firetruck Parade, Santa Claus, and lighting of the lights along Main Street The 7AM Network meets every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Chamber Office, 1046 Main St. The Women’s Networking Group will meet Thursday, Nov. 21, at 8 a.m. at Karma’s Closet, 3153 Berlin Turnpike, Newington As always, the Newington Chamber Board of Directors thanks you for your support of the Chamber, attending events, grand openings, ribbon cuttings, and doing business with other Chamber members. Thank you! Gail Whitney Executive Director Newington Chamber of Commerce 1046 Main Street
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PET OF THE WEEK: TARDIS This muscular white powerhouse is a breed we don’t see here too often. She is a Dogue de Bordeaux Mix named Tardis. Translated, the word Tardis means a space that seems bigger than it appears; Tardis is more than just a pretty face! The Bordeaux is a French Mastiff breed, a very powerful dog. Tardis is a hearty girl, and we would recommend continued training to get the new relationship off on the right paw. She would do best with children ages 8 and up, and Tardis can adapt to most household environments, apartments considered. Tardis enjoys the company of other dogs and hasn’t met any cats … yet! Tardis would do best with an owner with previous dog experience. Come to the Newington shelter to witness our extensive collection of both purebred and mixed breeds of companion animals Remember, the Connecticut Humane Society has no time limits for adoption.
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Curing arthritis with diet and lifestyle Arthritis sufferers and their family or friends are invited to hear Berlin resident Curtis Griffing tell “How I Self-Cured My Arthritis” at an area-wide free admission open-to-the-public program at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25 in the Great Room of the Paradise Pizza Restaurant, 10 East St., New Britain. No RSVP is needed. Information and directions are available at (860) 667-2864. Griffing was crippled by arthritis in his early 20s. He has now been arthritis-free for nearly 30 years with a self-managed system of diet and lifestyle. Says Griffing: “The price is self-discipline; the reward is a pain-free life.” Pronounced incurable by doctors with a forecast of a painful lifetime, Griffing resolved not to be a burden to his family and society and embarked on a quest to somehow bypass a lifetime of pain and confinement. His successful quest enabled him to return to work in and eventually take over the family business and also to start a health food busi-
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CTFastrak conference set for Town Hall Nov. 21 By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
Along with a 9.4-mile busway route connecting communities across Central Connecticut, CTfastrak brings with it economic development prospects. State officials are opening up the discussion about these opportunities to municipal leaders and residents next Thursday evening at a forum in Newington Town Hall. “As we move forward with projects it’s going to take a lot of collaboration between a lot of people, so I think it’s important we have a good representation of leaders from each town, so when they sit down to speak to each other they can develop good ideas,” said Newington Town Councilor Terry Borjeson, chairman of the CTfastrak Corridor Advisory Subcommittee. Borjeson will be joined by other CTfastrak officials in addressing the crowd at the forum, including Lyle Wray, executive director of the Capitol Region
Council of Governments; David Fink, policy and communications director of the Partnership for Strong Communities; and Stephanie Pollack, a professor at Northeastern University and associate director of research at the Dukakis Center for Urban and Regional Policy. As keynote speaker, Pollack will provide information on opportunities for housing and economic development along the corridor as well as the role municipalities can play in enabling transit-oriented development. Wray will present a market analysis. After the speakers, people will divide into smaller groups in the hall’s meeting rooms to discuss details of each planned bus station. The purpose of the evening is to bring together all those who have a stake in CTfastrak from the four towns along the bus route. Those invited include elected officials, town planners, managers and economic devel-
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IF YOU GO: WHAT: Forum on Housing and Economic Opportunities in the CTfastrak Corridor WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. Registration and refreshments will take place from 6 to 6:30 p.m. before the program begins. WHERE: Newington Town Hall, 131 Cedar Street HOW: To register, contact mbarton@crcog.org. Questions may be directed to Mary Ellen Kowalewski at 860-522-2217 ext. 222 or mkowalewski@ crcog.org.
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Newington sang the National Anthem and God Bless America. The Newington High School band members performed Taps. Mayor Stephen Woods shared an experience he had at the Church of Christ, Congregational on Main Street Sunday morning, where his family attends Mass. This week’s Sunday sermon was given by a grandmother in her mid-60s who served as a nurse in the Vietnam War, in a hospital a few miles from the Cambodian border. “She had an incredible story,” Woods told the crowd. “It got to the point where it was so dangerous they crawled on the floor in between beds to take care of everyone. Thanking veterans is really a
365-day tribute we need to make,” he added. But not all of those who served in various conflicts were well-regarded upon their return. After Monday’s ceremony, resident veteran Michael Fox recalled coming home from Vietnam and receiving much less of a warm welcome than soldiers do today. “It still hurts, but when you have people in the generations after remember how much veterans have done it makes you feel better about it,” he said, adding, “Every time I hear Taps I’m reminded of that time, and it’s tough.” Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.
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‘Carin’ for Karen’ walk raises $6,500 for teacher with cancer By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
Students and teachers at Martin Kellogg Middle School demonstrated what it means to be a real school community recently when they walked four miles to raise money for one of their own. Karen Pearce, who teaches eighth-grade social studies at the school, was diagnosed with breast cancer this past July and has since learned it spread to her liver. But ongoing treatments haven’t kept her from teaching. “She’s just an amazing model for the students; her class knows about it and she tells them, ‘I’m going to fight this,’” said Charlene Garcia, whose older son Grant, now a freshman at Newington High School, was in Pearce’s class last year. The whole family participated in the Carin’ for Karen Walk, which raised $6,500 to offset costs of treatment, transportation
and babysitting for Pearce and her husband’s two young children, Callie, 4, and Cameron, 1. “Not only will she need the money to pay for medical expenses, but there will be days when she’s home sick and her husband is at work that she may need help with daycare,” said Sandy Pilz, a physical education teacher who came up with the idea for the fundraiser when he first found out his co-worker and friend was sick. The two grew close when Pilz was the school’s drama director. Pearce played a big role in last year’s production of “The Music Man” – a faculty and student collaboration. “A lot of students in all grade levels got to work with her then and got to know her personality and see her larger-than-life presence on stage,” Garcia remembered. Erica Schmitt | Staff When students heard of their Close to 400 people participated in the Carin’ For Karen Walk Nov. 2, raising $6,500 for teacher Karen Pearce. mentor’s illness, they banded together to help. The Student Council took on the task of organizing the event, led by Denise Siano, council advisor. “We work in a very amazing community; the people here are very special,” Siano said. “My stuWe purchase everything dent council was very empathetic, from single pieces to entire collections. sympathetic. … To see the volume of kids that came and supported What We Buy: her that Saturday was incredible.” There were close to 400 walkers Valuable Autographs, Old Documents, Rare Books, Coins, Gold, “Carin’ for Karen” – more than Silver, Stamp Collections, Vintage Wine, Good Watches, 150 of them students, including Estate Jewelry, Pre-1970’s Sports and Entertainment Memorabilia alumni.
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With constantly evolving technology, lots of people can snap a high-resolution photograph whenever and wherever they wish and put it up on the Internet immediately. This, combined with a difficult economy, might make the trade of professional photography more difficult. However, as one local photographer will tell you, the artistic process will never collapse under modern contrivances. “Nowadays everyone has a camera; it definitely makes professionals raise the bar,” says Newington resident Rick Dubie, Rick Dubie owner of New Image Photography. “If you’re going to do something professionally, you want professional-grade equipment,” he adds. Dubie has been hired by companies that advertise on billboards. A smart phone isn’t capable of generating quality photos of that caliber. The World Wide Web has challenged the industry in other ways, too. But this only pushes photographers to better their craft. “The Internet is helping because
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Fellow WWII vet Peter Spano was also 17 when he joined and he thinks about his time spent in the Navy every day. “Many people suffered. Many people died for their country,” he remembered Monday. “World War II was different — we had to go to war. We shouldn’t have another war today. It’s very sad to be taking these soldiers today away from their families.”
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New Britain Alderman-elect Danny Salerno signs a card for veterans at the Newington Veterans Hospital.
Those who didn’t serve in any war were sure to thank these veterans and also sign a large red, white and blue card to be given to the Newington VA Hospital. The Marine Corps League of New Britain performed a ceremonial volley and Taps, and four Madrigal Singers from New Britain High School sang the National Anthem. This Veterans Day ceremony was one of many that New Britain alderman-at-large-elect Danny Salerno made it to. “This year I felt responsible as an elected official to get to as many services as possible,” he explained. “I think it’s very important we honor all veterans from all the various wars.” Also among the crowd was Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman, who reminded visitors to remember those who fought every single day, not just on the two annual holidays honoring them. “We will not forget all of you for making this the freest country in the world,” she said. The memorial park was built by Iwo Jima survivors and is now maintained by members of the
HOW TO HELP To contribute or purchase an engraved brick, contact Gary Roy at (860) 291-9666 or mail donations to the Iwo Jima Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 310516, Newington, CT 06131.
Iwo Jima Memorial Foundation. To honor the 100 Connecticut servicemen who died in the battle 100 flags fly around the fence secured by PVC piping. Only 78 of those are properly set on aluminum flag poles and accompanied by plaques identifying each name and the foundation is hoping people will sponsor the rest or purchase engraved bricks around the monument. To help, contact Gary Roy at (860) 291-9666 or mail donations to the Iwo Jima Erica Schmitt | Staff Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box Iwo Jima Memorial Foundation President Gary Roy, left, chats with Newington Mayor Stephen Woods at the eternal flame on Saturday. 310516, Newington, CT 06131. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@centralctcommunications. com.
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NEWINGTON LIBRARY EVENTS TEEN AND ADULT PROGRAMS MULTI-MEDIA ARTWORK ON DISPLAY: Through Nov. 27, Lori Barker will be displaying her multi-media artwork in the Community Room of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library. Barker has had solo exhibits all over Connecticut as well as Massachusetts and Vermont. She has won Best in Show and other prizes at numerous galleries and art events throughout New England including the Essex Art, the Norwich Arts, Milford Fine Arts show, Trumbull and New Milford Arts. In 2009, she was awarded the Museum of Contemporary Impressionism’s Award for Excellence. Barker’s exhibit is available for viewing when the library’s Community Room is not being used for a scheduled program. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and starting Nov. 17, Sunday, from 1 to 5 p.m. The exhibit is free and open to the public. (860) 665-8700. FRIENDS FALL BOOK SALE: Friday, Nov. 15, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., $5; Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., free; Sunday, Nov. 17, noon to 3 p.m.; Buy a bag $6 at the Senior & Disabled Center. Choose from a variety of books for adults, teens and children. CDs DVDs, videos and some specialty priced items will be available. Come early for the best selection. SUNDAY HOURS RESUME: Sunday, Nov. 17, 1 to 5 p.m. The library is once again open seven days a week. INTERVIEW SKILLS WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS AND TEENS: Monday, Nov. 18, 6 p.m. The workshop will provide the knowledge and skills to effectively compete with other candidates. It will be an interactive session with simulated interview questions. Be prepared to participate. Constructive feedback will help you grow and excel in your interviewing techniques. Proper interview attire is strongly recommended. Register at the Adult Information Desk or call (860) 665-8700. GET TO KNOW YOUR iPAD: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. This class will cover basic iPad skills focusing on the recent iOS 7 upgrade. Other topics include locating the iPad user manual, charging the battery, finding, installing and organizing apps and more. Bring your device and questions to the class. Call (860) 665-8700 to register. TEEN APPLE FEST: Thursday, Nov. 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Let’s kick off Thanksgiving week by giving thanks for apples, from totally tasty treats to games (featuring Apples to Apples). Join us for a fun filled night! Registration is necessary. Call the library at (860) 665-8700 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS FAMILY STORYTIME: Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. (except Thanksgiving, Nov. 28) No registration is necessary. FALL DROP-IN WEEKLY STORYTIMES: Through Nov. 25. 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 newingtonct.gov/library. AN EVENING DARK AND GRIMM: Friday, Nov. 15, 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the visit from Adam Gitwitz with a party based on his book, “A Tale Dark and Grimm.” Dress as your favorite Grimm character. Make a video or write a new original ending to one of his books and enter it in a contest to win a grand prize. Children ages 8 or older may call to register at (860) 665-8720. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. PARENT/CHILD WORKSHOP: Mondays, Nov. 18 and 25, and Dec. 2 and 9, 6 to 7:30 p.m.* Tuesdays, Nov. 19 and 26, and Dec. 3 and 10, 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 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. *A light supper will be served before the evening session. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. STORIES AND ART: Tuesday, Nov. 19, noon. Join us for some bear-y special stories and a craft! Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers may call (860) 6658720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. COOKBOOK CLUB: Wednesday, Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m. Chefs in grades 3-6 will measure and mix to make a Gooey Apple Dump Cake. They will need to bring it home to bake. Call (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. TALES TO TAILS: Thursday, Nov. 21, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children who need to boost their reading skills, or just love a good doggie cuddle, may sign up for a 15-minute session reading to Jessie, a certified therapy dog. Call (860) 665-8720 to register. Donated by Kerry Lurate, Registered Therapy Dog Trainer.
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DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Divorce? Thinking about getting divorced? Already divorced? If you need some support, there is a Divorce Support Group where you can attend on Friday nights for 7 p.m. at First Church of Christ, 250 Main St. Wethersfield. November’s schedule is as follows: Friday, Nov. 15. This group is kind, caring, and compassionate, because this group has been where you are now. Sorry, there is no support on the Nov. 22, and 29. Divorce Support will resume in December. KAKERY COLLECTING TOYS FOR “WE ARE THE CHILDREN”: The Kakery, 1000 Main St. (Vito’s Plaza), will be collecting toys for “We Are The Children” Nov. 16 through Dec. 14. New, unwrapped toys for children from birth to age 12 can be dropped off Wednesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 9 a.m. to noon. “We Are The Children” is a local non-profit organization serving local handicapped, abused, and homeless children. Toys are especially needed for children ages 9-12. Suggestions for this age group include arts and crafts supplies, cameeras, radios, CD players, MP3 players and other electronics, board games and gift cards. If you are donating toys that require batteries, attach them to the box. For more information, visit www.garycraig.com, The kakery at (860) 665-0501, or www. thekakery.com. ROTARY CLUB ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE:
The Rotary Club of Newington will again host its annual Food Drive Saturday, Nov. 16. Members of the club will be at two locations this year, the Stop & Shop on Kitts Lane in Newington and the newly opened Best Market on Lowrey Place in Newington from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Rotary Club will be collecting non-perishable food items and monetary donations. Liberty Bank will be adding 20 percent to the amount of money raised during this drive before being presented to the Newington Food Bank. The Jewelry Warehouse at 2434 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, is serving as a drop site for food donations on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15-16. Owner Cindy Lessor is a new member of The Newington Rotary Club. The Rotary Club of Newington is a nonprofit service organization involved in a variety of projects to provide support to Newington students and other charitable and humanitarian focuses. For more, visit www.newingtonrotary.org. VENDORS NEEDED FOR MIDDLEWOODS OF NEWINGTON CRAFT FAIR: Vendors needed! Middlewoods of Newington Assisted Living Community, 2125 Main St., is looking for vendors for its upcoming community craft fair Saturday, Dec. 14. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the front lobby and hallways of the building and will be advertised to staff, residents, and families, and also in the local paper. Space is $20 per table and vendors are asked to bring their own table. To reserve a table space or for more information, contact Activities Director Lynn Tracey by email (preferably) at ltracey@umh.org or at (860) 667-1336. All reservations must be received by Nov. 15. CULINARY CLASSES FOR KIDS: Stew Leonard’s Newington store, 3475 Berlin Turnpike, is offering a number of
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NCTC AUDITIONS: The Newington Children’s Theatre Co. is now taking audition appointments for its upcoming all-teen (13-18) drama, “The Laramie Project,” Nov. 15 ad 16. Teens are asked to prepare any two contrasting monologues from the show. Audition forms are available for download at www.NCTCArts.org. Rehearsals begin Nov. 24 and run through Jan. 30. Performances are Jan. 31 through Feb. 2 (Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Please note: while there is no cost to audition, if cast, there is a $250 participation fee. “The Laramie Project” is a breathtaking theatrical collage of interviews conducted by the Tectonic Theater Project of the people of Laramie, Wyo., during the aftermath of the senseless killing of 21-year-old Mathew Shepherd. It explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable. All rehearsals and performances will take place at the NCTC Performing Arts Theatre, 743 N. Mountain Road. To schedule your audition appointment, or for more informa-
tion, call (860) 666-6282. UPCOMING EVENT AT CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS: Raymour & Flanigan Breakfast: Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Join Cedar Mountain Commons at Raymour & Flanigan, 3375 Berlin Turnpike, for a very special breakfast event. For more information about Cedar Mountain Commons, 3 John H. Stuart Drive. visit www.cedarmountaincommons.org. NEWINGTON SKI CLUB OPEN HOUSE: Newington Ski Club will host its annual Open House Friday, Nov. 22, at 7 p.m. at the Polish American Club, 140 Wilson Ave. There will be a great raffle with local ski shops and ski areas represented. We will also be collecting non-perishable items for the Newington Food Bank. Come find out about all of our year-round activities from discounted lift tickets, bus rides and racing to hiking, biking and golf. Free refreshments will be served. For more information, visit newingtonskiclub.org. GFWC NEWINGTON/WETHERSFIELD WOMAN’S CLUB MEETING: The GFWC Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club Nov. 26 meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center, 120 Cedar St., Newington. The meeting features the annual members’ “Arts and Crafts” evening. All members are encouraged to participate. Carol Bellucci, the GFWC/CT State Arts and Crafts chairman, will speak about the upcoming Arts and Crafts contest in early 2014. We welcome any woman interested in making new friends and
in community service. The club meets every fourth Tuesday of the month. For questions, call (860) 665-1148 or visit www.gfwccrossroad.org. WHS AND NHS FOOTBALL GAME: Wethersfield High School has announced that the annual Thanksgiving Football Game featuring the Wethersfield Eagles and the Newington Indians will take place this year Wednesday, Nov. 27, at 6 p.m. at Central Connecticut State University’s Arute Field. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2 for students 18 years old and under. Pre-game tickets will be sold both at Wethersfield High School and Newington High School Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 25 and 26. For more information, contact the Wethersfield High School Athletic Department. CHRISTKINDLMARKT (CHRISTMAS MARKET): The upcoming Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market) will be held Friday, Nov. 29, from 5 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 30, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 1, from noon to 4 p.m. at Hartford Saengerbund, 719 N. Mountain Road. Items such as nutcrackers, pewter ornaments, advent calendars, linens and beer steins will be on sale. Imported specialty food items and homemade German fare including bratwurst, sauerkraut, schnitzel and potato soup will be served along with cakes and pastries. Music and pageantry will be featured each day. Special children’s shopping area. $2 donation helps benefit Newington Food Bank. Directions: www. hartfordsaengerbund.org
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WETHERSFIELD EVENTS CALENDAR DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Divorce? Thinking about getting divorced? Already divorced? If you need some support,there is a Divorce Support Group where you can attend on Friday nights for 7 p.m. at First Church of Christ, 250 Main St. Wethersfield. This group is kind, caring, and compassionate, because this group has been where you are now. November’s schedule is as follows: Friday, Nov. 15. Sorry, there is no support on the Nov. 22, and 29. Divorce Support will resume in December.
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The Wethersfield Eagles C-Squad Youth Football program is having the best season in the history of the program. The roster consists of mostly 9- and 10-year-olds with a few 11-yearolds mixed in. The team finished the regular season with eight wins and no losses. They won their opening playoff game last Sunday by a score of 19-0 against the Vernon Vipers.
This Sunday they host the Glastonbury Tomahawks in the semifinals at Cottone Field at 9 a.m. with a trip to the championship game on the line. Many players wore pink socks, shoelaces and armbands during October games to recognize and bring awareness to Breast Cancer Awareness month. Each player also has a pink ribbon sticker affixed to the back of his helmet.
NEWINGTON/WETHERSFIELD MILITARY: If you know of a Newington or Wethersfield resident who is currently overseas serving in our military, please forward their contact information to the Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club, P.O. Box 310046, Newington, CT 06131. We would like to send each one of them a personal holiday greeting. We must receive your information by Monday, Dec. 2 at noon. Contact us at gfwccrossroad@ gmail.com if you have any questions. WETHERSFIELD ANTIQUES SHOW: The Wethersfield Historical Society will present its 13th annual Antiques Show Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield St. This well-established event showcases more than 40 of the finest dealers from the northeast in room setting booths displaying a wide range of early American and 19th century items. A gala Preview Party opens the show on Friday from 6:30 to p.m.
Admission to the preview is $35 and includes an opportunity to “shop the show” for that special something. The show opens to the general public Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the show is $7, $6 with discount coupon or show card. For more detailed information, call the historical society at (860) 529-7656. The Preview Party, which usually hosts about 150 eager collectors and buyers, includes an opportunity to chat with dealers informally, purchase items and enjoy delicious hot and cold appetizers and beverages. Reservations for the Preview Party are not required, but are appreciated. Proceeds from this major fundraising event will benefit several historical society programs, including the educational programming offered year-round. Programs are provided free to students in Wethersfield public schools and for modest fees to outside towns. Funds also provide for the care of the Fountain of Service and the Hughes Memorial Gardens which grace the front of the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center and the town’s Visitors Center. The Pitkin Community Center offers free parking and easy accessibility on one floor. For more information, contact Wethersfield Historical Society or by e-mail at society@wethhist.org. The society’s website, www.wethhist. org, has a complete calendar of events for the year.
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PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING: The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) and Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) are holding a Public Information Meeting (PIM) for the Hartford-Brainard Sustainability Airport Master Plan Update. The master plan documents airport conditions, activity, and provides a long term comprehensive plan for the facility. The meeting will include a presentation of the overall master plan and recommended development. The study also updates the airport noise compatibility plan. The meeting will be held Nov. 20
WHS AND NHS FOOTBALL GAME: Wethersfield High School has announced that the annual Thanksgiving Football Game featuring the Wethersfield Eagles and the Newington Indians will take place this year Wednesday, Nov. 27, at 6 p.m. at Central Connecticut State University’s Arute Field. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2 for students 18 years old and under. Pre-game tickets will be sold both at Wethersfield High School and Newington High School Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 25 and 26. For more information, contact the Wethersfield High School Athletic Department.
NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION: The next meeting of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Solomon Welles House, 220 Hartford Ave. Kathy Beard from Dignity Memorial Corp. will speak about “planning in advance to protect your family.” WETHERSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1983: Don’t miss our 30th year class reunion Saturday, Nov. 30. The event will start at 7 p.m. at the Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield. Catered food will include delicious prime rib, salmon, chicken marsala and much more. BYOB. Tickets with payment by Nov. 23 are $45. Contact WHSClassof83@snet.net for more information.
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John M. Jezowski of Wethersfield, senior private banker at Webster Bank, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for the New Britain Museum of American Art. As a patron of the arts, being named to the NBMAA board has a special personal meaning for Jezowski, whose mother, Nancy, has exhibited some of her artwork at the museum through the Wethersfield Art League. Webster Bank is a platinum presenting sponsor of the NBMAA. This honor for Jezowski adds to a dis- John M. Jezowski tinctive list of community commitments. He also serves on the Board of Trustees of Easter Seals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut where he is a past chairman; as a Trustee of The Open Hearth; on the Corporate Sponsorship Committee of Cherish the Children Foundation; and served on the SpringBoard Committee of Hartford Stage. He also is a member of The Estate and Business Planning Council for Hartford, as well as a member of The Hartford Club and the Polish National Home.
Cycling Concepts, a Rocky Hill business for nearly 25 years, partnered with the Rocky Hill Police Department and the Rocky Hill Parks & Recreation Department to hold a bicycle race on Aug. 10. This was the first of what is hoped to be an annual, nonprofit event to benefit youth programs that are vital to the town, but whose very existence is at risk due to budget restraints. This year’s race raised over $1,500 for the Police Cadet Program. A check presentation was held at this past Town Council Meeting. Cycling Concepts owner Keith Sherman is seen presenting the check to the Police Cadet advisers and members. Cycling Concepts would like to thank the Town Council members, Town Manager Barbara Gilbert, residents of Rocky Hill, Lisa Zerio of Rocky Hill Parks and Recreation Department, Chief of Police Michael Custer and Lieutenant Brian Klett as well as all the volunteers from the town of Rocky Hill and members of the Cycling Concepts Race Team for all their efforts to make this event successful.
Cycling Concepts owner Keith Sherman presents the check for $1,500 to the Police Cadet advisers and members.
Cycling Concepts also would like to acknowledge and thank the event’s sponsors: Key Hyundai of Manchester and key Hyundai of Milford, Women’s Health Connecticut, West Side Market, Tennis and Fitness Center of Rocky Hill, Barnett and Shoflick Family Dentistry, Henkel Corp. Dakota Steak House, Mitchell’s Family Restaurant, Blades Full Service Salon of Old Wethersfield, Central Rock Gym of Glastonbury, Giant Bicycles and The Hampton Inn of Rocky Hill.
ROCKY HILL EVENTS DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Divorce? Thinking about getting divorced? Already divorced? If you need some support, there is a Divorce Support Group where you can attend on Friday nights for 7 p.m. at First Church of Christ, 250 Main St. Wethersfield. This group is kind, caring, and compassionate, because this group has been where you are now. November’s schedule is as follows: Friday, Nov. 15. Sorry, there is no support on the Nov. 22, and 29. Divorce Support will resume in December. HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DENTAL CLEANINGS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning? If so, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has a service for you! In partnership with the North Central Agency on Aging, CCHD is providing FREE dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over who live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. To find out the schedule and book your appointment in your town, call the following 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 weighins 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. FREE BOOK GIVE-AWAY: The Atrium at Rocky Hill will offer a free book give away for those attending its Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group every second Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. We will distribute “Learning to Speak Alzheimer’s: A Groundbreaking Approach for Everyone Dealing with the Disease” by Joanne Koenig Coste. For more information, call (860) 563-5588.
WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY EVENTS WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY OPEN SUNDAYS: The Wethersfield Library will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday afternoons again. The library’s regular hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. At any time, the library may be reached on the internet at www.wethersfieldlibrary.org. You can search the catalog, use the online databases, download an audiobook, ask a reference question, or renew, reserve or request a book. FIFTY WONDERS OF KOREA PROGRAM: The library and the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project will host “The Fifty Wonders of Korea” at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. This multimedia program brings to life Korea’s rich and unique cultural heritage. Participants will enjoy traditional Korean dishes and desserts prepared by members of the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project. A special tribute to Korean War veterans is included in the presentation. Registration is required. To register or for information, call the library at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org. THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT — CT’S NEW INSURANCE MARKETPLACE PROGRAM: The Wethersfield Library is offering an informational program about the Affordable Care Act and its impact on Connecticut residents Monday, Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m. This dynamic workshop will give the basics about what the law means for individuals and small businesses. The session is designed to be user-friendly
and engaging. The presenter will be from the Universal Health Care Foundation of CT. The program is free and open to all. Registration is suggested. Register in person at the Wethersfield Library or by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@ wethersfieldlibrary.org. TUESDAY NIGHT MOVIE: Join us Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. at the library for a free showing of “Mud” starring Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan and Jacob Lofland. Two young boys encounter a fugitive and form a pact to help him evade the bounty hunters on his trail and to reunite him with his true love. Rated PG-13 for thematic elements and some perilous action. 130 minutes. Tuesday Night Movies are free and open to the public. Registration is not required, but seating is limited. Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library. For information call the library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the ibrary at 515 Silas Deane Hwy. WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY CLOSED NOV. 28 AND 29: The Wethersfield Library will be closed for Thanksgiving Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29. The library will resume regular hours Saturday, Nov. 30. At any time, the library may be reached on the internet at www.wethersfieldlibrary.org where you may search the catalog, use the online databases, download an audiobook, ask a reference question, or renew, reserve or request a book.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 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. The program is an opportunity for families to visit the library with their children in a friendly and relaxed environment and meets year round. A librarian will be on hand at each session to share a short story and a song at 11 a.m. No registration is required. Children’s programs are cancelled 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 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 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. EVERY FRIDAY: 10 a.m. to noon, Drop-in Playtime and 11 a.m., Short & Sweet Storytime: all ages. Drop-in family fun with a story and a song. EVERY SATURDAY: 10:30 a.m. Saturday Stories: all ages. Drop-in fun with books, songs and movement for the whole family.
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