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WHS valedictorian looks to use talents to aid environment By CAROLINE KRAWCZYNSKI CORRESPONDENT
At the age of 17, Kristina Tougas finished up her senior year at Wethersfield High School as Valedictorian of the Class of 2013. While graduating at the top of her class already makes her special, Kristina is unique for other reasons, too. She has talent and passion for both math and art — two areas require not only different skills, but use separate parts of the brain. Kristina has found a way to blend these two academic focuses
into a future pursuit. This fall she “My best memory was being will attend Columbia University on the swim team and I will to study environmental archi- probably miss that the most,” tecture. Through her work she she says. wants to help improve and protect the environment. “My family motivates me to do good,” says Kristina. “My brother is into preserving the environment and I would like to follow KRISTINA TOUGA that path, too.” In addition Wethersfield High School valedictorian to being a scholar, Kristina is also an athlete. She was on the Wethersfield High School “I had a really good experience swim team for four years and here.” graduated as captain. Kristina loved to spend time in
a pool so much that she decided to get certified to be a lifeguard. That is how she spent the last four summers—lifeguarding at a local pool. This year, she even taught swimming lessons. Despite being busy with school work and recreational activities, Kristina also contributes immensely to the community. She was part of the Wethersfield Rotary’s Interact Club at the high school, an opportunity for teens to help
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Like father, like son: Salutatorian’s accomplishments mirror his dad’s acknowledging the tireless support they’ve had from family, friends, It was 31 years ago that teachers and guidance counselors, Brendan Molloy graduated from while also reminding his fellow Wethersfield High School with the students to give themselves a pat on Class of 1982, and this year, he had the back, too. the joy of watching his son Bryant “Everyone did a good job helpmake the same walk across the ing us out, but we also worked stage — as Salutatorian of the Class really hard to achieve our own sucof 2013. cess; a mix of luck and hard work Both father and son were on the came together to really give us soccer team as freshmen, and both a memorable journey throughout gave it up to focus on basketball high school,” says Bryant, who is instead, graduating as captains of known for having a strong work the Wethersfield High School bas- ethic himself. ketball team three decades apart. “A lot of is time management,” “My dad is my biggest role he explains. “You have to really dismodel; I’ve tried to follow in his cipline yourself to make sure you’re footsteps as much as I can,” Bryant doing enough in the classroom, said. “I try to do as much as I can getting help from teachers while to make him and my mom proud.” doing homework and studying; it’s And proud about budgeting they are. your time and In addition to really prioritizbasketball, Bryant ing.” was also part of It’s all paid the National off, as Bryant Honor Society, will be attending English Honor the University of Society and Connecticut this French Honor BRYANT MOLLOY fall to study com Society. He grad- Wethersfield High School puter science uated with a 3.94 salutatorian and engineering, GPA, taking the in the honors prosecond-to-top gram. spot in the class ranks. Because the school’s basketball Bryant was looking forward to program is so competitive, Bryant giving his classmates an inspir- will likely start on the practice ing speech at this past Monday’s squad, then maybe eventually join graduation ceremony, but rainy the team. weather cut it short and he never “I want to stay involved in bashad the chance. He was planning on ketball because I love it so much,” By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
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Families in Wethersfield who struggle financially are usually able to have good meals around the holidays thanks to the generosity of their neighbors, but this time of year it becomes a bit more difficult. The town’s Food Bank is in short supply, and Social & Youth Services staff have put out an urgent plea for help. “During the summer we have trouble keeping up with the demand,” explained Social Worker Marita Eppler. “School just got out so the DR. NANCY STILWELL children will be home all Social and youth services director summer and that makes the demand that much more,” she the forefront of their minds.” added. There are about 100 families The department gets an influx in town who use the Food Bank. of food and gift donations between They are allowed one trip a month November through January, when to the storeroom, which is stocked local businesses and community with non-perishable donations, as groups often remind people of well as frozen meats from Food the need with donation boxes and Share. People can choose what fundraising events. Come sum- they wish from the selection, in mer, the need is still there but the limited amounts depending on the
availability and quantity of stock. They’ve never run out, because monetary donations saved throughout the year allow staff to go grocery shopping to re-stock if donations run low. According to Dr. Stilwell, they give out over a ton of food each month. “Over the last couple of months we’ve been going out and shopping quite regularly,” she added. To keep the shelves well-stocked and every Wethersfield family fed, the Town Food Bank is asking for donations of pasta sauce, canned meats, rice, canned fruit, juices, cereal, peanut butter and jelly, granola bars and beans. Food may be dropped off on the ground floor level of Town Hall to the Department of Social and Youth Services between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call Marita Eppler at (860) 721-2977 with any questions.
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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS The following students received degrees from Western New England University May 18. Marisa R. Harris of Wethersfield, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree. Harris graduated Summa Cum Laude, which signifies scholastic excellence and is awarded at graduation to students who have achieved a grade point average of 3.80 and above. Shannon R. Skelly of Wethersfield graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Skelly graduated Cum Laude. Lindsay D. Vendetta of Rocky Hill graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work degree; Melissa R. Warner of Wethersfield graduated with a Juris Doctor degree. Alyse M. Arborio, daughter of Timothy and Suzanne Arborio of Wethersfield, graduated with a B.S. degree in Communication from Endicott College, Beverly, Mass. Kristin O’Connor of Wethersfield graduated and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Union College, Schenectady, N.Y. O’Connor is a Neuroscience major. The following local students have achieved Dean’s Honors, a recognition for students who have earned a grade point average of at least 3.65, or Dean’s High Honors, a recognition for students who have earned a grade point average of at least 3.78, for the spring semester at Connecticut College. Catherine Hallisey, class of 2013 at Connecticut College and a resident of Wethersfield, has been named to the Dean’s High Honors list; Esther Mehesz, class of 2015 at Connecticut College and a resident of Wethersfield, has been named to the Dean’s Honors list; Jillian Sandler, class of 2013 at Connecticut College and a resident of Rocky Hill, has been named to the Dean’s High Honors list; Maura Hallisey, class of 2013 at Connecticut College and a resident of Wethersfield, has been named to the Dean’s High Honors list. At the University of Rhode Island’s 127th Commencement on Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, more than 3,200 undergraduate and 770 graduate students became the University’s newest alumni.
The following residents were among the students who received their undergraduate or graduate degrees. Anthony Leone of Rocky Hill received a MBA in Business Administration and a Master of Oceanography; Gregory Antonucci of Wethersfield received a B.A. in Psychology with a Minor in General Business; Michael Emiliani of Wethersfield received a BA in Anthropology with a Minor in Geosciences, cum laude; Thomas M. Cavanaugh of Wethersfield received a BS in Economics. Emily Janusko of Rocky Hill has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester at the University of Scranton. Emily is a sophomore with a Exercise Science major in Scranton’s Panuska College of Professional Studies. Michael Howard of Rocky Hill has been named to the spring Dean’s List at Lyndon State College, Lyndonville, Vt. Howard is majoring in Television Studies with a concentration in Broadcasting. Kirby O’Keefe, a Mathematics Education major from Wethersfield, has been named to the Siena College’s President’s List for the spring semester. The following local students were named to the spring 2013 dean’s list at SUNY Buffalo State. To qualify for the dean’s list, students must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours. John Corrigan, a resident of Wethersfield, is majoring in Mathematics 7-12. Erin Dunn, a resident of Rocky Hill, is majoring in Individualized Studies. Joseph Kelly of Wethersfield earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Elmira College, Elmira, N.Y. The following students were among the 176 graduates from the Loomis Chaffee Class of 2013. Purven Parikh of Wethersfield was an inductee of the Cum Laude Society, and the National Independent School Honor Society. He received the J. Newfield See ACADEMIC, Page 5
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Senior Science Prize and Junior and Senior Science Department and History Department honors. He was a member of the Debate Society, a contributor to the school newspaper, The Log, and participated in community service. Dale Reese of Rocky Hill was selected by his classmates as the Senior Class Speaker at Commencement. Dale was the recipient of the Seller Faculty Prize, given in recognition of personal achievement and service to the Loomis Chaffee community, and the Friends of Loomis Chaffee-Grubbs Prize, the Founders Prize. He was a school peer counselor, a class agent and a tri-varsity athlete in soccer, basketball, and baseball. He was named co-captain, Most Valuable Player, and as Western New England AllStar for soccer, and he received the Coaches’ Award for basketball. Dionna Rivers of Rocky Hill, was a National Achievement Program Outstanding Participant 2013. A member of the Dress Code Committee, she was the website editor of the school newspaper, The Log, a member of the multicultural organization PRISM, and received the Most Improved/ Comeback Player Award for girls varsity volleyball. The following students were named to the spring Dean’s List at Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, N.C. Brennan O’Brien from Rocky Hill; Erica Oates from Wethersfield. Fairfield University has announced that the following local residents have been named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester: Grace Tiezzi, a resident
of Wethersfield; Emily Peters, a resident of Wethersfield; Julie Colangelo, a resident of Wethersfield; Shannon Burr, a resident of Wethersfield; Lindsey Colangelo, a resident of Wethersfield; Amanda Piscitello, a resident of Wethersfield; Jason Gorski, a resident of Wethersfield; Kelly Yorio, a resident of Rocky Hill; Paige Thompson, a resident of Wethersfield; Justina Caushi, a resident of Wethersfield. The following local residents made the Dean’s List for spring quarter at Rochester Institute of Technology: Griffin Latulippe of Wethersfield is a second-year student in the physician assistant program in RIT’s College of Health Sciences and Technology; Marek Ptak of Rocky Hill is a fourth-year student in the mechanical engineering technology program in RIT’s College of Applied Science and Technology; Matthew Surawski of Wethersfield is a fourth-year student in the computer science program in RIT’s B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences. The following local students graduated from the University of Hartford during spring commencement weekend (May 18-19): Jareth Cardoso of Wethersfield, with a Master of Science; Mitchell Pawlowski of Wethersfield, with a Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics; Alyce Roberts of Rocky Hill, with a Master of Engineering; Helen Sweeney of Wethersfield, with a Master of Music.
Gov. Malloy flies gay pride flag over home following DOMA ruling
HARTFORD — A rainbow flag, symbolizing gay pride, is being flown over the governor’s official residence in Hartford. The flag was raised Wednesday after the U.S. Supreme Court voted to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act. Democratic Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has been a strong proponent of samesex marriage and gay rights. He hosted a gay wedding last weekend at the residence for one of his top advisers. In a written statement, Malloy said he implores “every state to give full faith and credit to valid same-sex marriages” and that every Connecticut resident “deserves to have their marriage recognized as they travel among the states.” While Connecticut has recognized same-sex marriage since 2008, Malloy said the federal DOMA prevented the legally married couples from being recognized by the U.S. government.
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Retired Commissioner Michael Starkowski given honorary UConn alumnus award STAFF REPORT
Michael Starkowski, retired Commissioner of the Department of Social Services, has been awarded the 2013 UConn Alumni Association Honorary Alumni Award. This award is presented to non-alumni whose past, present and potential impact on the University community qualifies them for alumni status. While Mike Starkowski is a Central Connecticut State University graduate, he loves UConn basketball so much that he named the state’s signature health care initiative for the school’s mascot. The 35-year veteran of public service developed and implemented HUSKY (Healthcare for Uninsured Kids &Youth), which now includes free or low-cost services for Medicaid and other eligible adults, in 1998. During his tenure at the Department of Social Services, Mike oversaw more than 90 health and human service programs that provided services to more than 750,000 people. He involved UConn School of Pharmacy students in plan selections for seniors participating in Medicare Part D and developed a nationally recognized Medication Therapy Management Demonstration program for high-risk Medicaid recipients. He recently was appointed a member of the UConn School of Pharmacy Advisory Board. UConn basketball is a family affair for Mike and his wife of 30 years, Karen, and their two daughters and five grandchildren, all avid fans. He even found ways to integrate his love of the teams with his work, arranging promotional sites at men’s and women’s games so fami-
lies could learn about HUSKY and sign up. Fittingly, he officially retired April 4, 2011, the night of the men’s basketball team’s latest national championship. Of this member of the UConn Foundation Founders Society, Alumni Trustee Richard T. Carbray Jr. wrote, “I can’t think of a more dedicated fan and highly recommend Mike for this honor.” Starkowski will be honored at the Alumni Association Awards Celebration Friday, October 11 at the UConn Storrs Campus, and the following day at the UConn Homecoming Game at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. About the University of Connecticut Alumni Association The University of Connecticut Alumni Association strengthens lifelong bonds among all members of the UConn family by inspiring pride and providing quality programs and services that enhance the diverse university community. Founded in 1888, the UCAA is a group of former students and friends who care about UConn’s future. The goals of the UCAA are to connect 230,000 alumni worldwide, support students, and strengthen UConn. Membership is open to all alumni and friends of the University.
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Taekwondo students head to national championships By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
Nine Rocky Hill kids are among a group of 10 headed to the Junior Olympics to test their martial arts abilities among others from across the nation. They make up the Team Light of the World, and are taught by Head Master Tae Woo Lee and Ilseong Oh, two instructors at the US Olympic Taekwondo Academy, which is located on New Britain Avenue. The group is heading to Chicago, Ill. July 2 for the week-long 2013 USA Taekwondo National Championships. Ages 9 through 16, the students have been in training for the last 10 months, but this week has been particularly strenuous, with practices running three hours every day. “They’re excited, but miserable right now because preparation, mentally — gets pretty exhausting,” Master Lee said Monday while four of his young pupils were warming up for training, which hones their reaction, speed
and strength. They learn breaking, sparring and forms, and if there’s anyone who could prepare them to compete among the best youth in the nation its Master Lee, a 4th degree black belt who built a taekwondo program for the U.S. Army’s 2nd Infantry Division in Korea, and has also medaled in the Korean Open and the International Championships. But competition is not at the core of his teaching; students learn how to improve on their own, they don’t simply strive to be better than the rest. “The most important thing about this program: it takes not just training — but there has to be a strong bond, relationship, between the coach and athlete,” he explained. “We have to trust each other.” To qualify for the Junior Olympics, they have to get through state and regional championships first. Last year, Nicole Felice, 16, of Rocky Hill, won a Gold Medal in breaking and forms. While she was a green belt
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Several members of the US Taekwondo Academy in Rocky Hill are heading to the Chicago, Ill. for the week-long 2013 USA Taekwondo National Championships.
then, now she’ll be proudly wearing a red belt — second only to a black belt, which marks the highest level of skill. “I hope to get more learning experience in the ring by sparring
with different people; I want to get better if I‘m not already the best,” said Nicole, who likes to push herself to see how much she’s capable of. It will be Rocky Hill resident Christian Cannata’s first year competing at Nationals, although he’s been doing the sport at different studios nearly his whole life. “I started when I was 5 and at other places,” said Christian, 13, who has been working with Master Lee for 2½ years now. “I’m very excited because it will test me to see if I can really be the best; I really want to be the best in the United States,” he said Monday.
This will be Nicholas Vestergaard’s fifth year at Nationals. “I just hope to be a national team member by the time I’m 15,” said Nicholas, 11. “That’s what the Junior Olympics is geared toward — making future national champions — Olympians,” Master Lee added. The Olympic Taekwondo Academy is located at 41 New Britain Ave., Rocky Hill. (860) 436-9566. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.
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to study, eat right, study … find time to do your laundry, study, stay out of trouble, study, and text your parents in between classes,” he joked with the class, before challenging them to show compassion for others, in the same vein as the “26 Acts of Kindness” initiative that grew out of the school shooting in Newtown this past winter. Cascio also presented the two Board Chair Awards, which are traditionally awarded to those students who show particularly high performance and effort throughout school. Patrick Neilen and Antonio La Rosa were this year’s recipients. Upon hearing his son’s name called, Joe La Rosa’s face suddenly lit up, as he was busy taking photos off to the side of the stage. “I didn’t know he was getting this!” said La Rosa, who was looking forward to Antonio’s solo with the WHS Choraliers, who were scheduled to sing “It’s Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday” before the ceremony ended early. “I’ve had three children go through the school, Antonio is my last,” he said. But like the rest of the elders in the audience, he was all smiles when parents and grandparents were asked to stand and students broke out in applause, thanking them
On Monday evening, graduating Wethersfield High School students, their families and friends gathered at Wethersfield Cove for the school’s graduation ceremony. Unfortunately, rain and thunder storm shortened the ceremony.
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Free Keeney Kooler concerts in July Wethersfield Historical Society has announced the performers for its free concert series in July. The concerts will be Tuesdays July 9, 16 and 23 at 6:30 p.m. on the front lawn of the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center, 200 Main St. Bring your lawn chair, your family, your friends and your favorite snacks and enjoy some great music. There is free parking. In the event of rain, the concerts will be held indoors in Keeney Hall. July 9: The band Number 9, a Beatles tribute band, will perform music from that iconic band, including some tunes not often heard in performance. This group has accumulated a repertoire of over 100 Beatles songs and is now performing all over the state. They cover a wide range of Beatles music from the exciting early years to the beautifully crafted and seasoned material of the later years. July 16: The Jolly Beggars bring with them the rich tradition of Celtic folk music and storytelling. They will present their rich harmonies and expertise on guitar, mandolin, tin whistles, mandola,
banjo, bass, spoons and more, interspersed with traditional stories from Irish folklore. During this performance Wethersfield Historical Society will hold the opening of our newest exhibition Connecticut State Prison Open Storage, a collaborative community exhibition that will explore the tenure of the prison while in Wethersfield 1827-1963. July 23: The Tirebiter Band, an all-time favorite returns to our stage. Celebrating its 40th year with the same incredible energy and humor, they will present a varied repertoire from Swing Era to classic Rock ‘n Roll. The Hartford Advocate Readers’ Poll recently awarded Tirebiter the designation “Best Band” and the Hartford Magazine Poll awarded the “Best Band” accolade for several years running. The Wethersfield Museum inside the Keeney Memorial will be open during the performances. The Keeney Koolers are generously supported in part by a grant from the Robert Allan Keeney Memorial Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving.
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Before lighting the grill, be sure to keep sanitation and food safety in mind. Be sure to wipe down and disinfect all surfaces. Hand washing is the key to prevent any food borne illness; wash your hands for 30 seconds with soap and warm water before preparing and handling food and after handling raw meat, fish, poultry or eggs. It is also important to practice good hand washing techniques after using the restroom, after handling children and before you eat. Wash all fruits and vegetables before preparing, and use separate utensils and plates for cooked and uncooked foods to avoid cross contamination of foods. Make sure that there are plenty of clean utensils and plates, and do not use the same platter and utensils for raw as well as cooked foods. Harmful bacteria from raw meat and poultry can contaminate well-cooked foods and cause illness. Temperature is very important to food safety, so use a food thermometer to check
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WETHERSFIELD EVENTS CALENDAR CONTESTANTS SOUGHT FOR MISS POLONIA CT 2014 PAGEANT: Contestants are sought for the Miss Polonia CT 2014 Pageant. All woman ages 17 to 27 of Polish descent are encouraged to register at www.misspoloniact.org or in person at the MPCT Office in Plainville. Appointments can be made by calling Bogusia or John Gladysz, state coordinators at (860) 883-2277 or email short bio with a recent photograph (headshot) to misspoloniact@ gmail.com. The pageant will take place Oct. 12 in Hartford. The winner will represent the state of Connecticut at the Finals Miss Polonia USA in New York City. CRCOG MEETING: The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) and the Towns of Bloomfield, Newington, Rocky Hill, West Hartford and Wethersfield invite all to a public meeting to discuss projects, programs and other measures the towns and region can take to prevent or lessen the damages caused by natural disasters such as flooding, hurricanes,
blizzards, tornados, drought, wild fires, and more. CRCOG is working with the towns to update a Natural Disaster Mitigation Plan which will help our communities deal with and reduce the losses caused by natural disasters. We would like your ideas. The meeting will be held Tuesday evening, July 2, at 7 p.m. in the Bloomfield Volunteer Ambulance building at 12 Southwood Drive, Bloomfield. ARTS WORKSHOPS: The Wethersfield Academy for the Arts is offering three workshops this summer. July 1-12 is a 10-Day Still Life Painting Workshop with Christina Mastrangelo, and July 29-Aug. 1 is a Plein Air Painting Workshop with Ray Hassard. Visit: wethersfieldarts.org. for details. FREE DENTAL CLEANING CLINIC FOR ADULTS AGE 60 AND OLDER: With funding from the North Central Area Agency on Aging, The Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) in collaboration with Apple Rehab of Rocky Hill, will offer two FREE dental
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‘FOOD FOR FINES’: Wethersfield library users will be able to pay off their overdue fines this summer by bringing in non-perishable food items to donate to the Wethersfield Food Bank. These are the foods most needed: Canned beans (all kinds), canned fruit, spaghetti sauce (pasta not needed), peanut butter, jelly or jam, breakfast cereal, canned tuna, granola bars, 100 percent fruit juice (in individuals boxes, cans, or plastic bottles). Please check for expiration dates on donated items, and donate only fresh items. The Food for Fines program will run from July 1 through Aug. 30. This is a great time to help your neighbors by donating these items to the library and clearing up your fines at the same time.
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LIBRARY CLOSED FOURTH OF JULY: The Wethersfield Library will be closed Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5. The library will resume its regular hours Saturday, July 6. The Library’s regular hours during the summer are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The Library is closed on Sundays until October..At any time, the library may be reached on the internet at www.wethersfieldlibrary.org TEEN SUMMER READING: Teens! Explore new worlds, find hidden treasures, discover extraordinary lives, and express yourself through summer reading! Sign up online for the 2013 Wethersfield Library Teen Summer Reading Program “Beneath the Surface.” To register go to www.wethersfieldlibrary.org, click on the ‘Teens’ tab, click on the ‘Beneath The Surface’ logo, click on ‘Sign Me Up’ then fill in your information and click ‘save’. Log Your Books between through Aug. 19. Once you have finished reading a book or listening to an audiobook, click on ‘Add Review/View Log.’ Enter the book information and a couple of sentences about the book. That’s it! You will be automatically eligible for a weekly prize drawing. Each book you read and record earns you a chance to win a $10 gift card for iTunes. Weekly drawings start Monday, July 1, with two winners each week. No need to be present to win. Once you read and record three books, you will be entered into the grand prize raffle, a $25 gift card to Best Buy! Read and record three more — earn another chance at the grand prize raffle. Three more — another chance! Earn as many chances as you can. No need to be present to win. Questions? Call Information Services at (860) 257-2811 or email library@ wethersfieldlibrary.org. JULY COMPUTER CLASSES: The library is offering two computer classes Monday, July 15. “Introduction to Photo
These classes are conducted in a lecture format. Registration is suggested. You may register in person at the library or by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811. You may also email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org. SECOND SATURDAY CINEMA AT WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY: Second Saturday Cinema at Wethersfield Library meets July 13 for a 1:30 p.m. showing of Robert Stevenson’s 1943 film “Jane Eyre,” starring Joan Fontaine, Orson Welles and Margaret O’Brien. After a harsh childhood, orphan Jane Eyre is hired by Edward Rochester, the brooding lord of a mysterious manor house to care for his young daughter. 97 min Second Saturday Cinema is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library. For information call the library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the library. CHILDREN’S EVENTS 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 ibrary, 515 Silas Deane Hwy., www.wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids.htm or call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801. BABY BOOKWORMS CHILDREN’S SUMMER PROGRAM: As part of the Wethersfield Library Children’s 2013 Summer Reading Program “Dig Into Reading” the library offers Baby Bookworms, Tuesday mornings July 2 through Aug. 20, at 10:30 a.m. for children ages birth to 24 months. Join us for sensory play with a story and song at 11 a.m. 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. DIGGING FUN CHILDREN’S SUMMER PROGRAM: As part of the Wethersfield Library Children’s 2013 Summer Reading Program “Dig Into Reading” the Library offers Digging Fun! Thursdays, July 11 through Aug. 22, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for children of all ages. Join us for drop-in crafts and activities. Registration is not required. For more information about this and other programs for children, call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801 or visit the library or www.wethersfieldlibrary. org/kids.htm. I DIG STORYTIME CHILDREN’S SUMMER PROGRAM: As part of the Wethersfield Library Children’s 2013 Summer Reading Program “Dig Into Reading” the library offers I Dig Storytime, Wednesday mornings July 3 through Aug. 21 at 10:30 a.m. for children ages 2 to 5 years. Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! 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. CHILDREN’S SUMMER READING SPECIAL PROGRAM: As part of the Wethersfield Library Children’s 2013 Summer Reading Program “Dig Into Reading” the Library will offer “Compost Stew,” a special program for children ages 5-8 Thursday, July 11 at 10:30 a.m. Get your hands dirty explor-
ing soil and making seed bombs for your garden. Learn all about compost and soil. Registration is 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. READY, SET … CHILDREN’S SUMMER PROGRAM: As part of the Wethersfield Library Children’s 2013 Summer Reading Program “Dig Into Reading,” the library offers Ready, Set… on Monday evenings July 1 through Aug. 19, at 6:30 p.m. for children ages 4-6. Join us for specially designed activities that make reading, math and science come alive. Topics will alternate each week. Registration is required. For more information about this and other programs for children, call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801 or visit the library or www.wethersfieldlibrary. org/kids.htm. CHILDREN’S SUMMER READING SPECIAL PROGRAM: As part of the Wethersfield Library Children’s 2013 Summer Reading Program “Dig Into Reading” the Wethersfield Board of Education and the library will offer “Reading Rocks — Midsummer Night’s Read & Rock,” a reading celebration for Wethersfield school students and their families. Perform the special “Reading Rocks” dance with Steve Roslonek which will be videotaped. Practice the moves at http://www.youtube. com/watch?v=kXxEkyUbs9c. Bring a picnic dinner, a book to read and gently used books to swap for “new to you” books. Children entering third grade
please come dressed as your favorite book character. “Reading Rocks” will be held 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 17 outdoors at the Pitkin Community Center near the basketball courts, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, “Reading Rocks” will be held in the Community Center’s Banquet Room and tickets will be required due to limited space. Registration is 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. 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. CHILDREN’S EVENTS — WEEKLY AND YEAR-ROUND: EVERY WEDNESDAY: 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 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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ART EXHIBIT: Pencil on paper and watercolors by Wethersfield resident and UConn student Zachary Weinberg are currently on display at the Wethersfield Library. Included in the exhibit are watercolor paintings of flowers and pencil on paper surrealistic self-portraits. Weinberg is majoring in Computer Science, but hopes to use his artistic talent in a future career. For information and directions to the Library, visit www.wethersfieldlibrary.org or call (860) 257-2811.
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