Meriden Wallingford Community Events and News September 2009
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Holy Trinity School Girl Scout Troop #60794
Presents
“LIVIN’ LIFE THE RIGHT WAY”
Come watch a 15 minute movie about safety, being kind to the earth, making good food choices, playing sports safely, conservation, and recycling.
This short movie was directed, written, and performed by Junior Girl Scout Troop #60794 as part of their Bronze Star Award Project!
Come to the Children’s Story Room
Saturday, September 26, 2009
10:30 – 11:15am
Age Level: First, Second, and Third Graders
Hope to see you there!!
SOFT TOUCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT MIDSTATE
Trained volunteers at MidState Medical Center provide “Soft Touch” relaxation rubs for patients. This is a free service provided by volunteers who are trained by a licensed massage therapist in the technique of therapeutic relaxation rubs. The volunteer provides these soothing relaxation “rubs” to patients’ hands and feet.
Research shows that “Soft Touch” aids in the healing process by increasing circulation, relieving a patient’s anxiety, increasing endorphins, and just simply feels good! This program is rated extraordinarily high on patient satisfaction surveys.
Additional volunteers are needed to meet the high volume of patient requests for this service. Those interested in becoming a “Soft Touch Volunteer”, are asked to call Diamond Belejack, Manager of Volunteer Services at 694-8572. Prospective volunteers must complete an application process, have a personal interview, and attend all four mandatory two-hour “soft touch” training evening sessions in October .
FALL WALLINGFORD DOLPHIN SWIM TEAM CLINICS
September 14 to October 9th, 2009
This is an ideal program for the experienced competitor and the novice swimmer to prepare for the upcoming swim team season. Pre-Team Clinic is for children 9 years old or younger or anyone without swim team experience. The Strokes and Turns Clinic is for children 7 years old or older with swim team experience. The Advanced Clinic is for experienced middle and high school age swimmers.
Pre -Team Clinic Monday or Friday 4:30-5:30pm
(9 years old or younger, must be able to swim without flotation for 25 yards)
Fee: Member $35 Community Participant $50
Strokes and Turns Clinic Monday and Wednesday 4:15-5:15pm OR Tuesday and Thursday 4:15-5:15pm
(7 years old or older with swim team experience)
Fee: Member $70 Community Participant $100
Advanced Strokes and Turns Clinic Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:15 - 8:30pm
(Middle and high school aged swimmers with swim team experience)
Fee: Member $90 Community Participant $150
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The Wallingford Historical Society will be hosting a free program called Tobacco Industry in Connecticut. Julia Baldini from the Windsor Historical Society will show slides and speak about the history and importance of the industry in the state’s past. The program is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16 at 7:30pm. First Baptist Church, 114 North Main St. Refreshments provided. All are welcome.
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CELEBRATE WALLINGFORD
Saturday October 3 & Sunday October 4
On Saturday, October 3 and Sunday October 4, Wallingford will hold its 23rd annual fall festival, Celebrate Wallingford 2009, in the town’s historic, picturesque downtown district.
Included in this year’s festivities will be the “Taste of Wallingford”, continuous live entertainment, a craft show, children’s activities, civic groups and area businesses. Police, fire and public works vehicles will also hold demonstrations.
Games and music for children up to 8 years old will be under the direction of the Wallingford Junior Women’s Club.
New this year will be the addition of the “Little Miss and Mister Wallingford Contest”. Applications are available on the Wallingford Center Inc. website. www.wallingfordcenterinc.com.
Uptown on Saturday will be the Classic Car show which has been expanded this year. Cars will be displayed on South Main Street and also in the Simpson Court area. This wonderful exhibit of classic cars is in conjunction with the Connecticut Hot Rod Association.
Celebrate Wallingford will take place on Saturday from 11 a.m. – 7 pm. and on Sunday from noon – 6 p.m.. There is no fee to attend.
The festival’s main events will be held on Hall avenue and the green at the gazebo.
For more information call 203-284-1807.
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Texting Madness
Everywhere you go there are teens with cell phones. They’re not talking on these phones, mind you. Their heads are down, punching frantically into the contraption. One of these days someone is going to have an accident! Even eight-year-olds are doing it. Why does an eight-year-old need a cell phone?
My thirteen-year-old daughter doesn’t have one yet. She is not a teen texter. This has become a bone of contention between us. I honestly don’t see a need for it. I’m still driving her everywhere, and there is always access to a phone at extracurricular activities. However, I get the same tired story, “Everyone else has one!”
Not long ago, while on a field trip with a bunch of pre-adolescents and young teens, I realized how out of control this texting thing had gotten. I looked around the bus and saw the typical pose, head-down-punching-frantically. I knew texting was the new craze, so I wasn’t that surprised. However, when I saw the young man next to me poke a girl in the seat in front of him to say, “What did you mean by that?” I knew I was in Neverland. I mean, are you kidding me? She was two feet away!
Is this texting madness really a new phenomenon? Are adults hypocritical about the texting issue when we ourselves used to secretly pass notes in geometry class? Teens are obviously intrigued by the secretive aspect of things. After all, texting lingo is like a series of foreign acronyms no one else can understand. Plus, texting can be done at all times, as opposed to “talking” on a cell phone, which can be viewed as rude in certain situations.
CTIA - The Wireless Association, an international nonprofit association for wireless telecommunications, reports the following, “America is in the midst of text messaging mania.” According to a recent survey conducted by the association, “362.6 billion text messages were reported in 2007, which is more than double the number reported in 2006!”
Text messaging has not snowballed without problems! Many schools have prohibited cell phones because of students’ abuse of texting; but some issues are more daunting. According to a study released in December 2008 by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, “Young drivers were overwhelmingly more likely than older drivers to text message. For example, nearly half of drivers ages 18 to 24 admitted texting while driving at least occasionally, as compared to less than five percent of those ages 45 and older.” There has also been a significant increase in pedestrian accidents due to texting. More recently, “sexting,” a dangerous trend where sexually explicit photos are shared by teens via their cell phones, has increased tremendously.
What can parents do about these safety issues? New software gives parents unprecedented control over their teens' cell phones. Parents can be alerted if their teen receives unapproved email or text messages. They can also be alerted when suggestive language appears in a text message. GPS technology in cell phones allows parents to keep track of a teen's whereabouts and to create "dead zones" where texting can be disabled. These safeguards give parents the comfort of knowing who is texting their teen and when, including cyber bullies, child predators or other unauthorized contacts.
The following websites have information and products which have been recommended by various law enforcement groups:
www.mymobilewatchdog.com
www.parentalsoftware.org/cellphone-spy.htmlwww.mobile-spy.com
However, CTIA also points out that text messaging equips teens with a unique safety tool that enables them to respond to emergency situations. “Text messaging not only makes it easy to stay connected to friends and family, it can also be a life-saver.” The Wireless Amber Alerts initiative is a great example of how text messaging technology can be used to help save lives.
Parents are often torn about whether or not to permit texting because it often gets out of hand. Once again, it’s that daily balancing act that parents of teens must learn - ensuring the safety of their adolescent, yet allowing him some freedom.
TIPS AND TALES
"Parental controls are the best idea for over-texted teens. They can text only when I allow them to text!" Lori Benjamin – Poughkeepsie, NY
“I actually enjoy the interaction I have with my teenage boys while texting. I sometimes get more out of them that way than when we're in the same room talking. I have learned to go with the flow. If I'm going to stay in their world, I'm going to have to communicate in their world. So I guess that makes me a "texting mamma."
Patti Hivner – Hummelstown, PA
Sidebar:
Want to share your ideas? Upcoming topic:
Staying involved at your teen’s school when he doesn’t want you around.
Please send your full name, address, and brief comments to:
myrnahaskell@gmail.com
Or visit
http://home.roadrunner.com/~haskellfamily/myrna/
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MidState Medical Center Announces 2009 Cancer Survivors’ Day
The Cancer Center at MidState Medical Center announces its annual Cancer Survivors’ Day to be held on Sunday, September 13, 2009, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will once again be held at Meriden’s own Hubbard Park, where a large tent will be constructed to accommodate nearly 300 survivors and their families.
Cancer Survivors’ Day is a national event traditionally celebrated the first Sunday in June. MidState, however, chooses to celebrate the day in September to give it added distinction among all of the other cancer-related events that take place during the month. Staff wants the day to have only one focus: “This is a celebration of life,” said MidState’s breast care coordinator, Kathy Clements, RN, ON-C, BHPN-C.
Cancer survivors are encouraged to bring their family and friends to share in the day. Activities for children include face, painting, balloon animals, and caricature drawings. Survivors can treat themselves to a relaxing chair massage; and of course, musical entertainment and refreshments can be enjoyed by all. MidState’s own “Lewis Avenue” will kick off the program with a pre-hour of music.
Both survivors and caregivers will share how cancer has changed their lives and offer inspirational messages and words of wisdom to others.
Cancer Survivors’ Day was initiated in 1993 when MidState was known as Veterans’ Memorial Medical Center. It wasn’t until 2003 that the event returned annually thanks to Clements and MidState’s oncology social worker, Diane Lafferty, LCSW. The event has grown exponentially since its inception, once attracting 40 people and now drawing over 250.
“Caregivers are especially encouraged to attend,” said Lafferty. Their tremendous support and advocacy for the patient are great contributors to the healing process, and they, too, should take part in the celebration of life.
For more information or to register for Cancer Survivors’ Day, please contact the Cancer Center at MidState at 203-694-8353. Registration is preferred.
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Monarch Butterfly Event
The Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society, the local chapter of the National Audubon Society, will sponsor an Open Day at Riverbound Farm Sanctuary, 1881 Cheshire St in Cheshire on Saturday, September 12th at 1:30.
Joyce Crebase will present a program about the Life of the Monarch Butterfly. Joyce expects to have live caterpillars and butterflies. Following the presentation there will be a variety of craft activities. Please call Loretta at 203-634-1911 to register for this special event. The program is free, however, donations are accepted.
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Open Day “Animal Tracks”
The Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society, the local chapter of the National Audubon Society, will sponsor an Open Day at Riverbound Farm, 1881 Cheshire St. in Cheshire on Sunday, September 20th between 11:00 and 3:00 with the focus on “Animal Tracks”Stop in the Nature Center to learn a few tips about animal tracks, followed by a self guided walk on the sanctuary trails in search of tracks. Return to the Nature Center to receive a plaster cast of an animal footprint to make tracks in the soil.
The cast will be yours to keep as a momento of your visit. The program is free, however, donations are accepted. For information: Call Loretta at 203-634-1911
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New Produce Vendors/Food Vendors
The Wallingford Garden Club and Wallingford Center Inc presents the 2009 Gardener’s Market Saturday mornings 9:00-12:00 to Sept 12th at the Railroad Station Green, routes 5 and 150. Offered will be plants, flowers, produce, baked items, food, crafts, artisans and other goodies. Gardening advice and plant clinic from Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station and UCONN Master Gardeners are available.
Check out www.wallingfordgardenersmarket.com. for detailed information.
New this year is the Gambardella’s Wholesale Fish Market with fresh seafood.
Food Vendors:
The Golitkos will be having breakfast sandwiches. Dan Sintea will have his Hot Dog Cart. Baked Goods by Mary Ann Simmons, Bettina Vossbrinck, Roberta Whalen,Goldilocks Deli and Bishop’s Orchard. Coffee and Tea by Coffee And.
Treats for Pets:
Nancy Eddy and Anita Cioffi with cat items, Rebecca Kahl and Dan Sintea with dog Treats.
Health Items: Susan Haag and Dell Angelo with herbal soaps and notions.
Entertainment by the Wallingford Brass Quintet will be from the Gazebo.
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Girls Incorporated of Meriden
Meriden – Registration for fall programs at Girls Incorporated of Meriden will begin on Mon. Sept 14th at 9am. Registration is ongoing until the programs are filled. All participants are required to have a current Girls Inc. membership. Fall classes begin Sept. 28th and end Dec. 19th. Some of the programs offered include Dance, Gymnastics, She’s Crafty, Cake Decorating, Cooking, Designing Diva, Scrappin’ It, Intro to Music, Babysitting Certification, Pottery Princess, and much more! This year we are also excited to offer Friday Fun Nights beginning in October. For more information, please contact Girls Inc., (203) 235-7146 or stop by 130 Lincoln St.
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Southwest Conservation District Newsletter
The Southwest Conservation District services 43 towns in New Haven and Fairfield Counties. To promote more accessible educational outreach for the homeowner, the newsletter ‘Focus on
Gardening’ will feature articles on local issues , Question/Answer column as well as services
provided by the Conservation District. The District has a semi annual regular newsletter and has an annual spring plant sale at Lockwood Farm in Hamden. For more information about the district, please check the website: www.conservect.org and click on Southwest Conservation District. For more information about the electronic newsletter, please contact Ellie Tessmer, adm asst at swcd43emt@sbcglobal.net or come to the Wallingford Gardeners Market on Saturday mornings 9-12 til Sept 12th and check us out at the Plant Clinic/Information Booth in the center of the Railroad Station Green.
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Area Selichot Service at Temple Beth David
On Saturday September 12 at 7:30 p.m., at 3 Main Street, Cheshire, Temple Beth David of Cheshire will host the annual Selichot Service celebrated with other Reform synagogues in the Greater New Haven area. This service is held on the Saturday evening preceding Rosh Hashanah, and marks the formal beginning of the High Holy Day season. Rabbis, cantors and choirs from the various congregations will participate, and Rabbi Sue Levi Elwell, Ph.D from the Union for Reform Judaism will speak. Desserts and social time will follow. For further information, please contact Temple Beth David at (203) 272-0037 or president@tbdcheshire.org.
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High Holiday Preschool Story Time at Temple Beth David
On Thursday, September 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Temple Beth David of Cheshire is offering a High Holiday themed Preschool story time at the synagogue, 3 Main Street, Cheshire. We will learn about the sights, sounds and tastes of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur through stories, songs, crafts and snack. The program is free and Temple members and non-members alike are invited to participate. Activities are geared for children up to age 5 accompanied by a parent or other caregiver. Please call Jeri Butlien at (860) 620-0307 for questions or to enroll.
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Erev Rosh Hashanah Dinner and High Holiday Services at Temple B’nai Abraham
Celebrate the High Holidays at Temple B’Nai Abraham in Meriden beginning Friday September 18th with Erev Rosh Hashanah Services at 6:15 followed by a Congregational Dinner at 7:00 p.m. Please call (203) 235-2581 by September 10th to make a dinner reservation. On Saturday and Sunday September 19th and 20th Rosh Hashanah services begin at 8:30 a.m., with babysitting available at 10:30 a.m. Services for grades K through 6 will begin at 10:30 a.m.on both days. Tashlich services will be held at the Hubbard Park duck pond on Sunday September 20th immediately following services. On Sunday September 27th Kol Nidre Services begin at 6:00 p.m. with Yom Kippur services at 8:30 a.m. on Monday September 28th. High Holiday tickets may be purchased until September 17th by calling 235-2581. New members can join the synagogue for $50 per couple for the first year.
About Temple B’nai Abraham
Temple B'nai Abraham is a Conservative synagogue which provides religious, educational and social programming for all age groups in a warm, extended family atmosphere. Services are egalitarian, and feature congregational singing. All are welcome. Temple B’nai Abraham is located at 127 East Main Street in Meriden. Please call 235-2381 or visit us on the web at www.meridentemple.org for more information.
Celebrate Sukkot
Come celebrate Sukkot, the Festival of Booths, a remembrance of the forty-year journey through the desert after God freed the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt, where they lived in temporary shelters (sukkot). On Tuesday September 29th join us as we build and decorate the sukkah. Friday night services are at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday morning services at 9:30 a.m. On Sunday October 4th Sukkot services will be held at Temple B’nai Abraham (127 E. Main Street in Meriden) at 9:30 a.m. followed by a pizza lunch in the sukkah. Please call (203) 235-2581 for more information.
About Temple B’nai Abraham
Temple B'nai Abraham is a Conservative synagogue which provides religious, educational and social programming for all age groups in a warm, extended family atmosphere. Our services are egalitarian, and feature congregational singing. All are welcome. Visist us on the web at www.meridentemple.org
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Connecticut Pet Fair and Dog Walk
Saturday, October 3, 2009 is the date for the Meriden Rotary Club’s 1st annual Central Connecticut Pet Fair and Dog Walk. The event will be held from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Hubbard Park. The Pet Fair will be a gathering of pet adoption agencies, pet physics, pet Reiki, microchipping, and other animal-related organizations. It will also be a day focused on family fun and events.
The day of family fun starts with registration for the dog walk at 9:00 am and the walk kicks off at 10:00. Food, face painting, kid’s bounce house, as well as Frisbee flyers demonstration will round out the day.
Proceeds from the event will support the Meriden Human Society, a not-for-profit, no-kill animal shelter and rescue facility.
At this time sponsorships are available for the event, including the Great Dane Title Sponsorship, Labrador Retriever Executive Sponsor, as well as Bulldog and Beagle sponsor levels. Vendors are also being sought.
Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders, united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. The Meriden Rotary has supported a wide range of community-based initiatives and programs, including Noah’s Ark of Hope, Amber Alert, Spirit of Giving, Salvation Army, Meriden Public Library, Beat the Street, and more.
Information on the Meriden Rotary Club and the Pet Fair and Dog Walk may be found at www.meridenrotary.org/centralctpetfair
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BASEBALL GLOVES NEEDED
Baseball gloves in any decent condition are needed for a literacy program called “Beisbol y Biblioteca” (Baseball and The Library) which is starting in August, to help kids in our Meriden projects to improve reading skills. Playing baseball together, followed by going to the library and reading is what the program is about. Please bring baseball gloves and balls to the Meriden Library Children’s Room, or contact Dr. Charles Kaplan at 203-235-4422 if you would like to help or have questions. Thank you!
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"Consider the Quinnipiac" Photo Exhibit
Opening Sept. 9th 6:00pm-9:00pm Exhibit 9/9/09 to 9/15/09 www.considerthequinnipiac.com Opening of Exhibit and QRWA Annual Meeting 9/9/09 6pm to 8pm, light refreshments served
Ian Christmann brings "Consider the Quinnipiac" photo exhibit to the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center Sept. 9th through the 15th. Opening night will be Wednesday, Sept. 9th from 6pm to 9pm. Quinnipiac River Water Shed Council will holds its annual meeting in conjunction with the opening of the exhibit from 6pm to 8pm, light refreshements will be served.
"Consider the Quinnipiac" was created to celebrate the Quinnipiac River- a significant, but ofter overlooked, urban asset. The river flows through 38 miles through Plainville, Southington, Meriden, Cheshire, Wallingford, Yalesville, North Haven, Hamden, & New Haven providing abundant views, recreational opportunities, and vital habitats for plants, fish, and wildlife in the region.
Viewing times for the Exhibit are as follows: Wed. 9/9 6pm-9pm, Thurs. 9/10 11am-7pm, Friday 9/11 11am-6pm, Sat. 9/12 12noon-3pm, Sun. 9/13 12noon-3pm, Mon. 9/14 10am-3pm, Tues. 9/15 12noon-7pm
For More information about the exhibit and its content visit www.considerthequinnipiac.com.......
Meriden Land Trust Annual Lecture
Wildlife is my Passion! by Peter Picone Tuesday, Oct. 6th, 2009 7:00pm at the Augusta175 East Main Street, Meriden Free Lecture, Nites Out at the AugustaFeaturing: "The Don Campbell Trio" Friday, Oct. 9 8:00pm Phone: Ticket $10 in advance and $15 at the door Enjoy and evening of country music at the Augusta Caberet style event, bring your own food & drink
Meriden Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony2009 Inductees: Roger King, William Scully, & Vincent Pepe. Light refreshments will be served after ceremony, open to the public. 2:00pm 10/18/2009 175 East Main Street Meriden, CT
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Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation Responds to Growing Community Needs
The Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation has awarded a total of $184,000 in the first half of 2009. The funding supports organizations providing education, emergency medical care, youth development activities, and critical social service programs in the Foundation’s service area which includes the ten towns where it has branches (Ansonia, Cheshire, Middlebury, Naugatuck,Oxford, Prospect, Southbury, Waterbury, Watertown, Woodbury) and geographically contiguous communities. The Foundation also offers grants in the Meriden area due to its corporate affiliation with Castle Bank.
The Foundation’s priority for providing critically needed services in these difficult economic times is reflected in its support to St. Vincent de Paul for kitchen renovation and purchase of supplies and to Salvation Army for its Family Emergency Shelter, which will provide housing and comprehensive services to approximately 165 individuals this year. In addition, a grant made to AmeriCares has assisted area families with necessary home renovations, and The Workplace will be able to provide additional job
training due to the Bank’s support.
The Foundation has made numerous health-related grants,including one to Waterbury Hospital for Waterbury Project Access, a consortium including St. Mary’s Hospital and StayWell Health
Center, providing case management and access to charity health care. In addition, the Foundation is supporting local emergency health services through two grants for technology upgrades, made to Southbury Ambulance Association and Valley Emergency Medical Services.
While the Foundation recognizes the necessity of addressing immediate social and medical needs, it also looks to the future, granting support to a new environmental education program for kindergarten students at Waterbury’s Carrington School and a golf-based youth development program at First Tee of CT, as well as enabling Granville Academy to expand its successful high school program to middle school students.
Since 1999, the Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation has awarded more than $2.8 million in grants to area nonprofit agencies to support a broad range of programs and services that are consistent with the Foundation’s mission to contribute to the betterment of the communities it serves. The Foundation considers a broad range of requests to create opportunities for residents, with emphasis on promoting education and the encouragement of homeownership.
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Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon
The Animal Haven is looking for business sponsors for its annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon on September 26, 2009
We are asking local businesses to sponsor our annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon to be held September 26, 2009 at Pierpont Park on the North Haven Town Green. Business sponsor names will be listed on the back of the Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon T-shirt and on the schedule given to every participant.
The Animal Haven takes in adoptable homeless pets and takes pride in matching them with loving, permanent homes. Our shelter runs on private donations and receives no funds from town or government sources. Since 1948, The Animal Haven has been proudly serving people and homeless pets of the Greater New Haven, Connecticut area.
The Animal Haven annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon has traditionally been a great morning full of fun and activities for people and canines, and an opportunity for them to join forces in raising money that helps keep our shelter doors open. Every walker gets a free T-shirt and a gift for their dog with their entry fee of $15 per walker. Most participants obtain additional funds when they ask family and friends to sponsor them. You don’t need a dog to walk in support of The Animal Haven!
To be a sponsor, please mail your business name, address and telephone number, and contact information with your $50 donation to The Animal Haven c/o WADAT, 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, CT 06473. The deadline to submit your business information is September 1, 2009. For more information about the walk, please contact Joan Parrotta at 203-281-4401. You can also visit The Animal Haven at 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, Connecticut, visit their website at www.theanimalhaven.com, or call them at 203.239.2641.
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Brian David Ash Memorial Fire Prevention Fundraiser
This September 11th, 12th and 13th, from 9 am to 8 pm, The Brian David Ash Fire Memorial Fire Prevention Fund will hold its twenty-third annual fundraiser at Stop & Shop on East Main Street in Meriden. The fund was created in memory of our son Brian, who perished in a house fire twenty-six years ago. We decided to establish a fund in his name to promote fire safety education. We had learned that we couldn’t just give money to the fire department, because it would have to go into the city’s general fund, and probably wouldn’t find its way to their budget.
Over the past twenty-three years we have been running this fund, we have generated thousands of dollars, which have been used in our campaign to promote our life saving message, “Working Smoke Detectors Save Lives.” We have done a lot to try to make this more than a well-worked slogan. Yet, on many occasions we have heard in the news of fatal fires where smoke detectors were not present. For generations, we have heard the slogan, “Don’t Drink and Drive”, yet alcohol related accidents are still common. Advertising experts claim that there is merit to repetitive messages. Unfortunately, we don’t know when these messages do sink in, so we continue in the hope that statistics would have been different had we not taken the effort.
Most of our funds are spent on educational items. Over the years we have purchased fire safety videos and books for the fire department and schools. We have purchased coloring books on fire safety, and even have crayons that have been donated to us. We also have purchased many brochures and posters on fire safety. Every year we buy plastic fireman hats that are distributed to the local elementary schools during fire prevention week each October. We also give the fire department magnets and batteries to give to the older students at the same time. Each year we purchase a couple of specialty advertising items that promote our mission and the fund. We try to get items, which are different and will be used regularly. Some of the unique specialty items we have purchased are: oven sticks, which are used to push and pull a hot oven rack, Computer/TV screen cleaners. These were a big hit because they work much better than tissue. One item that got a lot of curious looks was a soft drink can cover. They actually keep carbonated beverages from going flat. This year we are giving out coffee scoops and refrigerator magnets. Items that are different, and get used a lot have a great appeal to us, and people remember them. During the last three years we have been using Brian Ash Fund Frisbee’s as plates during our annual fundraiser. Hot dog, soda, chips, and a Frisbee all for $2.00! What a lofty idea?
For several years we have also donated money to the fire department for the purchase of batteries for distribution to those who need them. We continue to think of new ways to deliver an old message, because the necessity for has not gone away.
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Highland Elementary School PTO 26th Annual Craft Fair
The Highland Elementary School PTO will hold its 26th Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 9 AM to 3 PM at the school on 200 Highland Avenue, Wallingford, CT. Anyone interested in any information may contact Carole Eager at careager@aol.com or 203 235-0195.
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SOUTHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS REUNION 11/28/09 - AQUA TURF CONTACT GINA FERRACCI PELLEGRINO 203-631-8776 OR email: ginapellegrino238@yahoo.com
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MidState Medical Center’s MediQuick Moves to New Location in East Meriden
Other Hospital Services to Follow
Beginning in late Spring, MidState Medical Center’s MediQuick will open in its new location in East Meriden. The urgent care center, which has been in operation on Paddock Avenue for years, will be relocating to a prime spot at 60 Pomeroy Avenue, where accessibility off of Interstate 91 and business-rich Research Parkway will make care more convenient for its patients.
MediQuick will be operating out of a larger, state-of-the-art facility similar in appearance to MidState Medical Center. Hours of operation will remain the same; open seven days a week from 8 a.m. until 7:30 pm, except for the seven major holidays.
Patients will have additional amenities while receiving care at the new site, including more privacy thanks to the design of the space; there are 10 private treatment rooms, four more than it currently has, as well as a private registration area, where patients can exchange their personal information in a secluded area. Radiology services will continue to be conveniently offered on-site, with brand new equipment.
"MediQuick has been a vital part of the community, serving East Meriden for many years. Our providers at this center consistently receive high marks for patient satisfaction, and this relocation will enhance our patient's experience by providing convenient access and ample parking, in a comfortable setting. MidState's goal is for every patient to have the same excellent experience—no matter which location the visit,” said Karen Goyette, Vice President of Administration and Business Development.
Providers at MediQuick are able to provide care for minor illnesses and injuries such as sore throat, earache, sinus pain, minor burns, a rash, back pain, the flu or a minor sports injury. X-rays and basic laboratory testing is also available. As always, symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath may indicate a life-threatening condition, in which case the MidState Medical Center Emergency Department would be the most appropriate place to obtain care.
Approximately 90 days following the move, MidState’s new East Meriden property will become home to several other outpatient services currently housed within the walls of the hospital on Lewis Avenue. They include the Infectious Disease Clinic, the Diabetes Center, Sleep Care Center, Wound Care Center, and programs and services for the Weight Management Program. The new facility will also have community conference room space for health and wellness programming.
For information, call 203-694-8200, or visit www.midstatemedical.org.
Do you have a MidState doctor? call: 1 866-MMC-5678
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SHS CLASS OF 84 REUNION
11/28/09 - AQUA TURF 6-12 PM please contact ginapellegrino238@yahoo.com (Gina Ferracci)
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MidState Medical Center Holiday Bazaar Set for November: Crafters Wanted!
Are you talented in arts and crafts? Do you have a special skill in jewelry making, hand made note cards or something else? MidState Medical Center is in search of local crafters from its communities for the annual Gift Gallery Holiday Bazaar to be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009, from 9 am – 4 pm in the Horwitz Conference Center at MidState Medical Center. Because of last year’s very successful and well-attended event, the Bazaar will once again feature the talent and creativity of those in the community, in addition to employees and volunteers. Some of the crafts will include: jewelry making, photography, hand knit and crochet items, painted towels, floral arrangements, beautiful hand made accessories for the home and so much more! If you are interested in showcasing and selling your crafts, please contact Gift Gallery Manager Theresa Michalik at 203-694-8108 for more information and an application. Be sure to save the date and join us for a fun-filled day – November 14 – and get a head start on your holiday shopping!
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The South Meriden Lions Club is holding a Strides Walk for Diabetes on September 19, 2009 in Hubbard Park. The cost is $20.00 and includes a commemorative t-shirt for all pre-registered walkers, plenty of free food, raffles, a health tent, and lots of free parking. This is an excellent way to enjoy the park with your family and friends and help us fight diabetes. The walk will take place on flat paved surfaces in and around Hubbard Park. For additional information and registration forms please see our website: www.southmeridenlions.com
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THE 2009 CONNECTICUT RENAISSANCE FAIRE
OPEN RAIN OR SHINE 10 AM- 6 PM • WEEKENDS AND COLUMBUS DAY
SEPTEMBER 26 to OCTOBER 18, 2009
September 26-27, Oct. 3-4, 10-12, 17-18, 2009
Take a step back in time and get lost in the revelry and excitement of the Connecticut Renaissance Faire. Be entertained with story telling, musicians, drama, jousting and so much more.
Be a part of history, or come as you are and immerse yourself in games, theater and New England's largest Medieval Marketplace. Experience over 40 hours of entertainment and sample a variety of Renaissance foods.
Whatever your tastes, the Connecticut Renaissance Faire is a unique entertainment experience and a feast for your imagination – for children of all ages.
WHEN: September 26-27, Oct. 3-4, 10-12, 17-18, 2009 10AM – 6PM
(Rain or Shine)
WHERE: Hebron Lions Fairgrounds (347 Gilead Street, Route 85 in Hebron, CT).
COST: Adult $16, Youth (5-12) $8; Under 5 Free.
COME CELEBRATE OPENING WEEKEND WITH NEW TICKET SPECIALS:
Visit www.ctfaire.com for details and discounts.
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"Wild Life is My Passion", a book by Peter Picone
7:00 pm,
October 6, 2009 Augusta Curtis Cultural Center
175 East Main St. Meriden, CT 06450
Price: Free
The latest in a series of free lectures, sponsored by The Meriden Land Trust & The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center.Local Author and Wildlife Biologist Peter Picone will deliver a powerpoint slide show about his lifetime experiences and insights about wildlife in Connecticut. He will share excerpts from his book "Wildlife Is My Passion". Mr. Picone grew up enjoying the outdoors and nature found in the Quinnipiac River watershed including Southington, Cheshire and Meriden.
He works as a professional wildlife biologist for the Connecticut DEP. The lecture will begin at 7:00 pm, will last about 45 minutes, and will end with a question and answer session. It will be held at the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center on East Main Street in Meriden.For more information about Mr. Picone's background and published works, go to www.wildlifepassion.net. For more information about the Meriden Land Trust, go to www.meridenlandtrust.com.For more information about the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center,go to www.curtisculturalcenter.org
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BASEBALL CITY IS PROUD TO INTRODUCE THE INAUGURAL FALL SEASON FOR THE CONNECTICUT TRAVEL LEAGUE BASEBALL. THIS NON-SANCTIONED FALL LEAGUE WILL OFFER COMPETIVE PLAY TO THE FOLLOWING AGE DIVISIONS: 12U, 13U, 14U, 16U AND 18U. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US AT (860) 527-2489 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.baseballcityct.com
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Special Event
Saturday September 12th
Fiddlestix Fiddle Intensive performs at the Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford at Pond Hill and Scrub Oak Rds. at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy the hard work of fiddle students from age 5 - 50. Irish, Bluegrass, Old Timey and more! FREE! Bring a picnic! For more information please call Keys & Strings Music Studio 203-265.1500 or visit the website www.musicboxwithsandie.com
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CHORALE CONNECTICUT SEEKING NEW SINGERS
Chorale Connecticut, a select regional group of mixed voices, will begin rehearsals on Monday, September 14th, at the First United Methodist Church, 159 East Main Street in Meriden. Rehearsals are held Monday evenings from 7:30 – 9:30 PM.
The Chorale is seeking Tenors and Basses for its upcoming winter concert. Come and join us for an open rehearsal on Monday, September 14th, to see and hear what we are about and plan to stay after rehearsal to meet with our Artistic Director, Dorothy Barnhart, about joining the Chorale. Call (860)621-1653 for more information.
Thank you in advance for any advertising you can provide for us.
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Maloney class of 1984 to hold 25th reunion Sat October 3rd Sheraton 4 points Research Pkwy Meriden 7-12 pm $55 per person includes buffet, dj, 2 drinks(beer or wine),raffle Send payment to MHS class of 84, 95 Belvedere Drive Meriden CT 06450
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HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO CRAFT FAIR
The Highland Elementary School PTO, 200 Highland Avenue, Wallingford, CT will hold its 26th annual Craft Fair on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the school from 9 AM to 3 PM. If anyone is interested in an application or learning more about the Craft Fair they can contact Carole Eager at 203 235-0195 or by email at careager@aol.com. The fair features over 70 crafters including painting, jewelry, doll clothes, floral items, ceramic and sewn items, original photography, wreaths, wood items, etc.
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MidState Medical Center Announces 2009 Cancer Survivors’ Day
The Cancer Center at MidState Medical Center announces its annual Cancer Survivors’ Day to be held on Sunday, September 13, 2009, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will once again be held at Meriden’s own Hubbard Park, where a large tent will be constructed to accommodate nearly 300 survivors and their families.
Cancer Survivors’ Day is a national event traditionally celebrated the first Sunday in June. MidState, however, chooses to celebrate the day in September to give it added distinction among all of the other cancer-related events that take place during the month. Staff wants the day to have only one focus: “This is a celebration of life,” said MidState’s breast care coordinator, Kathy Clements, RN, ON-C, BHPN-C.
Cancer survivors are encouraged to bring their family and friends to share in the day. Activities for children include face, painting, balloon animals, and caricature drawings. Survivors can treat themselves to a relaxing chair massage; and of course, musical entertainment and refreshments can be enjoyed by all. MidState’s own “Lewis Avenue” will kick off the program with a pre-hour of music.
Both survivors and caregivers will share how cancer has changed their lives and offer inspirational messages and words of wisdom to others.
Cancer Survivors’ Day was initiated in 1993 when MidState was known as Veterans’ Memorial Medical Center. It wasn’t until 2003 that the event returned annually thanks to Clements and MidState’s oncology social worker, Diane Lafferty, LCSW. The event has grown exponentially since its inception, once attracting 40 people and now drawing over 250.
“Caregivers are especially encouraged to attend,” said Lafferty. Their tremendous support and advocacy for the patient are great contributors to the healing process, and they, too, should take part in the celebration of life.
For more information or to register for Cancer Survivors’ Day, please contact the Cancer Center at MidState at 203-694-8353. Registration is preferred.
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Osterman Community Foundation Golf Classic
The Osterman Community Foundation (OCF) is hosting its 5th Annual OCF Charity Golf Classic. The event will be held on Wednesday, September 16, at the Tradition Golf Course in Wallingford, CT. The cost is $160 per person. The day includes 18 holes of golf with cart, on-course refreshments, $10,000 hole in one contest (50/50 split), raffle, barbeque luncheon, other contests, gift bag and buffet dinner reception. There are also several sponsor levels available including: golf cart sponsor for $50, hole sponsor for $200, beverage cart sponsor for $600 and Platinum sponsorships for $5,000. All sponsorships include your name displayed on a sign or banner.
All proceeds from the tournament benefit the OCF. The OCF is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial relief to qualified individuals, families or groups in our communities. The OCF has made it a goal to seek out opportunities to help such people when they had no reason to expect our assistance.
Because of your support the OCF is able to make a difference and provide hope. During this year we provided assistance with food, heating oil, utilities, child care, rent, medical bills, auto repairs, etc. We provided this help to people facing a multitude of hardships – medical conditions, loss of work, added family responsibilities, home fires, and single parent situations.
For example we paid rent and car expense for a Mom with 3 kids, who was hit by a drunk driver, endured many severe medical problems (over 30 surgeries and MRSA virus) and is now permanently disabled. This family has struggled financially, losing their home and car. We purchased hearing aids for an 8 year old boy. He lost his hearing from the medication needed in conjunction with his 4 open heart surgeries necessary to save his life from congenital heart disease. The family struggled financially from all medical bills and insurance covered only 25% of the $8,000 cost. We paid rent and security deposit for a young family previously living in a rodent and bug infested apartment. This family has been struggling to provide a better life for their 2 year old daughter. They are both in school completing their GED and working low paying jobs. We purchased a laptop for a high school boy who over the past year was diagnosed with a brain tumor and endured 7 surgeries. Upon returning to school, he was in a car accident and severely injured. He had to be hospitalized and sent to a rehabilitation center. His doctors recommended a laptop to aid in his rehab. His family could not afford one due to overwhelming medical bills.
Please help us continue to make a difference and be a part of a growing tradition. If you would like to play golf or be a sponsor, contact Darlene Stickney at the Osterman Community Foundation at 203-272-2233 or e-mail dstickney@osterman-co.com.
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The Animal Haven is looking for business sponsors for its annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon on September 26, 2009
We are asking local businesses to sponsor our annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon to be held September 26, 2009 at Pierpont Park on the North Haven Town Green. Business sponsor names will be listed on the back of the Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon T-shirt and on the schedule given to every participant.
The Animal Haven takes in adoptable homeless pets and takes pride in matching them with loving, permanent homes. Our shelter runs on private donations and receives no funds from town or government sources. Since 1948, The Animal Haven has been proudly serving people and homeless pets of the Greater New Haven, Connecticut area.
The Animal Haven annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon has traditionally been a great morning full of fun and activities for people and canines, and an opportunity for them to join forces in raising money that helps keep our shelter doors open. Every walker gets a free T-shirt and a gift for their dog with their entry fee of $15 per walker. Most participants obtain additional funds when they ask family and friends to sponsor them. You don’t need a dog to walk in support of The Animal Haven!
To be a sponsor, please mail your business name, address and telephone number, and contact information with your $50 donation to The Animal Haven c/o WADAT, 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, CT 06473. The deadline to submit your business information is September 1, 2009. For more information about the walk, please contact Joan Parrotta at 203-281-4401. You can also visit The Animal Haven at 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, Connecticut, visit their website at www.theanimalhaven.com, or call them at 203.239.2641.
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MYSTIC AQUARIUM & INSTITUTE FOR EXPLORATION REVEALS SEA LION PUPS’ NEW NAMES
Names selected by celebrity judges and the public during contest; announced during pups first birthday celebrations today
MYSTIC, Conn. (August 27, 2009) — Today was a big day for the three new California sea lion pups at Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration. In addition to celebrating their first birthday – complete with an icy fish treat for them and cake for guests – the pups received their highly anticipated names: Jetty for the male and Cali and Sakari for the two females. Celebrity judges Miss Connecticut 2009 Sharalynn Kuziak, UConn Men’s Basketball Coach Jim Calhoun and Teresa Labarbera (standing in for WFSB-TV meteorologist and “Better Connecticut” co-host Scot Haney) were in attendance and revealed the pups’ new names to guests.
Throughout August, name ideas were submitted and voted upon by more than 2,000 people in 36 states during a public naming contest. The contest kicked off on July 28 and consisted of several parts. First, the public submitted name ideas through the aquarium’s Web site, mysticaquarium.org, through August 12. From these suggestions, the aquarium’s animal care staff and celebrity judges chose five finalist names for each pup. During the final phase, the public returned to the Web site to vote for their favorite names.
“Because we rely so much on the public’s support, it was only natural that we engage them in naming our special new residents,” said Dr. Stephen Coan, president and CEO of Sea Research Foundation, Inc. “The name ideas we received were extremely creative and thoughtful, and we were happy to see that contest participants considered these pups’ stories when submitting names. The contest provided a great opportunity to remind everyone of the important animal rescue and rehabilitation work that we and other aquariums do on a regular basis.”
Jetty was found with pneumonia and rescued in Morro Bay Harbor in San Luis Obispo County, California, while Cali and Sakari come from SeaWorld San Diego’s Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Program. All three were rescued at approximately six months of age and treated for malnourishment and dehydration. They recovered well and were brought to Mystic for enhancement of the species.
The name Jetty was selected by the judging panel for its symbolism. A jetty protects the coastline from the effects of currents and tides, just as this pup is protecting his relatives in the wild by educating aquarium guests about sea lions. Sakari, an Inuit word for “sweet,” matches the more submissive female pup’s personality well. Cali was chosen by the judges as a finalist name, because it reflected their origin.
The pups will remain permanent residents of the aquarium. Currently, they are housed in the Aquatic Animal Study Center, which can be viewed from the Gurdon and Kathy Wattles Marine Mammal Observatory. Jetty will eventually join the other California sea lions in the aquarium’s daily sea lion shows, and Cali and Sakari will join the Steller sea lions and harbor seal in the Pribilof Islands exhibit.
Visit mysticaquarium.org to learn more about these pups and see the complete contest results.
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Fall and Foliage
Presented by DAR Susan Clarke Chapter
Fine Dining at the Wachusett Village Inn in Westminster, MA on October 7th.
Enjoy true New England fare and atmosphere at the Wachusett Village Inn. Located in northern Massachusetts, the Inn is a perfect spot to take in all of the splendor of the seasons. Outstanding service and a truly unique dining experience will create a memorable visit. There are also many more stops included.
For information call Roberta at 203-269-5947 or Veronica Stankowski at 860-620-0125/cell 203-213-9971
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Second Annual Train Show
The New Haven Society of Model Engineers, Inc. will sponsor its second annual train show on Sunday, October 4th from 9-3 at the Durham Fair Grounds, Commercial Building, Rt. 17, Durham.
Featured will be the Society’s huge O scale operating layout with a brass lift bridge hand made many years ago by a past member. The bridge has over 30,000 hand made rivets and when raised automatically stops an on-coming train.
There will be many other operating layouts in all scales. Dealers will have model railroad items including locomotives, rolling stock, kits, model railroad accessories and antique collectables. Something for all. Handicapped access.
Admission for Adults is $6.00, Seniors $5.00, Children 5-12 years $1.00 and under 5 are free.
The Society is in its 77 year and is among 4 of the oldest such charted societies in the world.
When started, as the name implies, it was for those modeling trains, planes, ships and cars.
At present, the Society meets Fridays, 7 p.m. at the Wallingford Railroad Station where a large operating HO scale layout is under construction.
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The Town of Wallingford Doherty Cup XII Golf Championship 2009
The Twelfth Annual town of Wallingford Golf Championship was held on Tuesday, July 7th, at the Wallingford Country Club. A field of 76 golfers battled the elements for the coveted Doherty Cup on a course touting pristine conditions. The popular medal play tournament drew players from far and wide, (RI and Florida!). They came together to honor the memory of David J. Doherty, a popular Sheehan High School teacher and Wallingford town councilman, who died suddenly in June 1997. His Sheehan High School peers established the David J. Doherty Scholarship Fund, and his family, created the championship as the scholarship’s fundraiser. Each year the golfing event has raised approximately $7,000, helping to perpetuate the scholarship fund along with awarding two $2,500 scholarships each year. These chosen recipients must fulfill the requirements of “character, service, scholarship and financial need”. The fund also contributes $1,000 each year to the Wallingford Family YMCA Youth and Government Program, which Dave established may years ago.
Highlighting this year’s tournament as volunteers, were the 2009 scholarship recipients, Emily Doll and Jessie Simpson, who will be attending the University of Connecticut and the University of New Haven, respectively.
Along with the traditional medal play format, the tournament offered a new four person team scramble event, awarding prizes for both events.
Over $1,000 worth of golfing prizes and $6,000 worth of raffle prizes were offered this year, including the top auction prize of a week’s stay in Westerly, RI!
This years top official “Doherty Cup” winners are:
Women’s Champion – Christina Naser – 91
Men’s Champion – Dan Sullivan – 73
Senior’s Champion – Jerry Farrell, Sr. - 93
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Castle Craig Adult Learning Center
It’s time so sigh up for the CCALC/MxCC fall 2009 classes. For only $25.00 you can attend any or all of the classes which begin on September 8th and run through November 13th.
On schedule are the monthly book discussions, walks and knitting classes. We will be knitting helmet liners for the soldiers in Afghanistan this term. We also have planned Tai Chi classes and trips to the CT Forensic Lab, WFSB TV3 Better Connecticut show, the Meriden Police Department S.W.A.T. Team and the Meriden Public Health Emergency Department.
We also have Dan DeLuca speaking about his book, “The Old Leatherman” and Kevin O’Hara, author of “The Last of the Donkey Pilgrim”, a book about traveling 1700 miles through Ireland with a donkey. Connecticut author, Diane Ross McCain, will discuss the many people who have made important contributions to Connecticut history. In addition, to celebrate the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth in 1809, John Kenney will hold four classes consisting of reading and discussing three plays about Lincoln’s life. Rich and Joan Hamel will present a multimedia journey through Kenya, the last land on earth where the greatest concentration of wildlife exists.
Finally, a bus trip to the National Cranberry Festival in Massachusetts and one to the new Connecticut Science Center in Hartford are scheduled. There is an additional charge for these trips.
Anyone from Meriden and surrounding towns is welcome to join the Castle Craig Adult Learning Center at Middlesex Community College located at 55 West Main Street in Meriden. To obtain the Fall, 2009 registrations information please contact CCALC/MxCC at the above address or call the office 203-238-6201.
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The Durham Fair
The Durham Fair will be held on September 25th, 26th and 27th this year. Come Join Us. We’ll be here.
In 1916, the Durham Fair began a tradition.
Of sharing forkfuls of apple pie with your sweetheart. Taking in the tractor pull, ringside, after the horse pull, after the ox pull, with the kids. Seeing eye-to-eye with a prized dairy cow. Picking up the scent of fried dough from the booth that beckons.
In 2009, the Durham Fair is still all that. And more.
As Connecticut’s largest agricultural fair, you’ll see what a real fair is. Live entertainment, rides and games, firs-class animal breeding competitions and discovery events on the Corn Stalk Stage. Along with a trove of crafts, exhibits, shopping and fun food. Yum.
Easy to reach, hard to leave. Durham Fair. As real as it ever was.
Go to www.durhamfair.com for directions from your neck of the woods.
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10 Week Bereavement Seminar
Place: St. Frances Cabrini, Parish in North Haven
Date: Wednesday, September 16th from 10:00-11:30am or 7:00-8:30pm
To register call 203-239-8012, 203-239-5964 or 203-239-3487
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Holy Trinity School Girl Scout Troop #60794
Presents
“LIVIN’ LIFE THE RIGHT WAY”
Come watch a 15 minute movie about safety, being kind to the earth, making good food choices, playing sports safely, conservation, and recycling.
This short movie was directed, written, and performed by Junior Girl Scout Troop #60794 as part of their Bronze Star Award Project!
Come to the Children’s Story Room
Saturday, September 26, 2009
10:30 – 11:15am
Age Level: First, Second, and Third Graders
Hope to see you there!!
SOFT TOUCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT MIDSTATE
Trained volunteers at MidState Medical Center provide “Soft Touch” relaxation rubs for patients. This is a free service provided by volunteers who are trained by a licensed massage therapist in the technique of therapeutic relaxation rubs. The volunteer provides these soothing relaxation “rubs” to patients’ hands and feet.
Research shows that “Soft Touch” aids in the healing process by increasing circulation, relieving a patient’s anxiety, increasing endorphins, and just simply feels good! This program is rated extraordinarily high on patient satisfaction surveys.
Additional volunteers are needed to meet the high volume of patient requests for this service. Those interested in becoming a “Soft Touch Volunteer”, are asked to call Diamond Belejack, Manager of Volunteer Services at 694-8572. Prospective volunteers must complete an application process, have a personal interview, and attend all four mandatory two-hour “soft touch” training evening sessions in October .
FALL WALLINGFORD DOLPHIN SWIM TEAM CLINICS
September 14 to October 9th, 2009
This is an ideal program for the experienced competitor and the novice swimmer to prepare for the upcoming swim team season. Pre-Team Clinic is for children 9 years old or younger or anyone without swim team experience. The Strokes and Turns Clinic is for children 7 years old or older with swim team experience. The Advanced Clinic is for experienced middle and high school age swimmers.
Pre -Team Clinic Monday or Friday 4:30-5:30pm
(9 years old or younger, must be able to swim without flotation for 25 yards)
Fee: Member $35 Community Participant $50
Strokes and Turns Clinic Monday and Wednesday 4:15-5:15pm OR Tuesday and Thursday 4:15-5:15pm
(7 years old or older with swim team experience)
Fee: Member $70 Community Participant $100
Advanced Strokes and Turns Clinic Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:15 - 8:30pm
(Middle and high school aged swimmers with swim team experience)
Fee: Member $90 Community Participant $150
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The Wallingford Historical Society will be hosting a free program called Tobacco Industry in Connecticut. Julia Baldini from the Windsor Historical Society will show slides and speak about the history and importance of the industry in the state’s past. The program is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16 at 7:30pm. First Baptist Church, 114 North Main St. Refreshments provided. All are welcome.
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CELEBRATE WALLINGFORD
Saturday October 3 & Sunday October 4
On Saturday, October 3 and Sunday October 4, Wallingford will hold its 23rd annual fall festival, Celebrate Wallingford 2009, in the town’s historic, picturesque downtown district.
Included in this year’s festivities will be the “Taste of Wallingford”, continuous live entertainment, a craft show, children’s activities, civic groups and area businesses. Police, fire and public works vehicles will also hold demonstrations.
Games and music for children up to 8 years old will be under the direction of the Wallingford Junior Women’s Club.
New this year will be the addition of the “Little Miss and Mister Wallingford Contest”. Applications are available on the Wallingford Center Inc. website. www.wallingfordcenterinc.com.
Uptown on Saturday will be the Classic Car show which has been expanded this year. Cars will be displayed on South Main Street and also in the Simpson Court area. This wonderful exhibit of classic cars is in conjunction with the Connecticut Hot Rod Association.
Celebrate Wallingford will take place on Saturday from 11 a.m. – 7 pm. and on Sunday from noon – 6 p.m.. There is no fee to attend.
The festival’s main events will be held on Hall avenue and the green at the gazebo.
For more information call 203-284-1807.
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Texting Madness
Everywhere you go there are teens with cell phones. They’re not talking on these phones, mind you. Their heads are down, punching frantically into the contraption. One of these days someone is going to have an accident! Even eight-year-olds are doing it. Why does an eight-year-old need a cell phone?
My thirteen-year-old daughter doesn’t have one yet. She is not a teen texter. This has become a bone of contention between us. I honestly don’t see a need for it. I’m still driving her everywhere, and there is always access to a phone at extracurricular activities. However, I get the same tired story, “Everyone else has one!”
Not long ago, while on a field trip with a bunch of pre-adolescents and young teens, I realized how out of control this texting thing had gotten. I looked around the bus and saw the typical pose, head-down-punching-frantically. I knew texting was the new craze, so I wasn’t that surprised. However, when I saw the young man next to me poke a girl in the seat in front of him to say, “What did you mean by that?” I knew I was in Neverland. I mean, are you kidding me? She was two feet away!
Is this texting madness really a new phenomenon? Are adults hypocritical about the texting issue when we ourselves used to secretly pass notes in geometry class? Teens are obviously intrigued by the secretive aspect of things. After all, texting lingo is like a series of foreign acronyms no one else can understand. Plus, texting can be done at all times, as opposed to “talking” on a cell phone, which can be viewed as rude in certain situations.
CTIA - The Wireless Association, an international nonprofit association for wireless telecommunications, reports the following, “America is in the midst of text messaging mania.” According to a recent survey conducted by the association, “362.6 billion text messages were reported in 2007, which is more than double the number reported in 2006!”
Text messaging has not snowballed without problems! Many schools have prohibited cell phones because of students’ abuse of texting; but some issues are more daunting. According to a study released in December 2008 by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, “Young drivers were overwhelmingly more likely than older drivers to text message. For example, nearly half of drivers ages 18 to 24 admitted texting while driving at least occasionally, as compared to less than five percent of those ages 45 and older.” There has also been a significant increase in pedestrian accidents due to texting. More recently, “sexting,” a dangerous trend where sexually explicit photos are shared by teens via their cell phones, has increased tremendously.
What can parents do about these safety issues? New software gives parents unprecedented control over their teens' cell phones. Parents can be alerted if their teen receives unapproved email or text messages. They can also be alerted when suggestive language appears in a text message. GPS technology in cell phones allows parents to keep track of a teen's whereabouts and to create "dead zones" where texting can be disabled. These safeguards give parents the comfort of knowing who is texting their teen and when, including cyber bullies, child predators or other unauthorized contacts.
The following websites have information and products which have been recommended by various law enforcement groups:
www.mymobilewatchdog.com
www.parentalsoftware.org/cellphone-spy.htmlwww.mobile-spy.com
However, CTIA also points out that text messaging equips teens with a unique safety tool that enables them to respond to emergency situations. “Text messaging not only makes it easy to stay connected to friends and family, it can also be a life-saver.” The Wireless Amber Alerts initiative is a great example of how text messaging technology can be used to help save lives.
Parents are often torn about whether or not to permit texting because it often gets out of hand. Once again, it’s that daily balancing act that parents of teens must learn - ensuring the safety of their adolescent, yet allowing him some freedom.
TIPS AND TALES
"Parental controls are the best idea for over-texted teens. They can text only when I allow them to text!" Lori Benjamin – Poughkeepsie, NY
“I actually enjoy the interaction I have with my teenage boys while texting. I sometimes get more out of them that way than when we're in the same room talking. I have learned to go with the flow. If I'm going to stay in their world, I'm going to have to communicate in their world. So I guess that makes me a "texting mamma."
Patti Hivner – Hummelstown, PA
Sidebar:
Want to share your ideas? Upcoming topic:
Staying involved at your teen’s school when he doesn’t want you around.
Please send your full name, address, and brief comments to:
myrnahaskell@gmail.com
Or visit
http://home.roadrunner.com/~haskellfamily/myrna/
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MidState Medical Center Announces 2009 Cancer Survivors’ Day
The Cancer Center at MidState Medical Center announces its annual Cancer Survivors’ Day to be held on Sunday, September 13, 2009, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will once again be held at Meriden’s own Hubbard Park, where a large tent will be constructed to accommodate nearly 300 survivors and their families.
Cancer Survivors’ Day is a national event traditionally celebrated the first Sunday in June. MidState, however, chooses to celebrate the day in September to give it added distinction among all of the other cancer-related events that take place during the month. Staff wants the day to have only one focus: “This is a celebration of life,” said MidState’s breast care coordinator, Kathy Clements, RN, ON-C, BHPN-C.
Cancer survivors are encouraged to bring their family and friends to share in the day. Activities for children include face, painting, balloon animals, and caricature drawings. Survivors can treat themselves to a relaxing chair massage; and of course, musical entertainment and refreshments can be enjoyed by all. MidState’s own “Lewis Avenue” will kick off the program with a pre-hour of music.
Both survivors and caregivers will share how cancer has changed their lives and offer inspirational messages and words of wisdom to others.
Cancer Survivors’ Day was initiated in 1993 when MidState was known as Veterans’ Memorial Medical Center. It wasn’t until 2003 that the event returned annually thanks to Clements and MidState’s oncology social worker, Diane Lafferty, LCSW. The event has grown exponentially since its inception, once attracting 40 people and now drawing over 250.
“Caregivers are especially encouraged to attend,” said Lafferty. Their tremendous support and advocacy for the patient are great contributors to the healing process, and they, too, should take part in the celebration of life.
For more information or to register for Cancer Survivors’ Day, please contact the Cancer Center at MidState at 203-694-8353. Registration is preferred.
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Monarch Butterfly Event
The Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society, the local chapter of the National Audubon Society, will sponsor an Open Day at Riverbound Farm Sanctuary, 1881 Cheshire St in Cheshire on Saturday, September 12th at 1:30.
Joyce Crebase will present a program about the Life of the Monarch Butterfly. Joyce expects to have live caterpillars and butterflies. Following the presentation there will be a variety of craft activities. Please call Loretta at 203-634-1911 to register for this special event. The program is free, however, donations are accepted.
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Open Day “Animal Tracks”
The Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society, the local chapter of the National Audubon Society, will sponsor an Open Day at Riverbound Farm, 1881 Cheshire St. in Cheshire on Sunday, September 20th between 11:00 and 3:00 with the focus on “Animal Tracks”Stop in the Nature Center to learn a few tips about animal tracks, followed by a self guided walk on the sanctuary trails in search of tracks. Return to the Nature Center to receive a plaster cast of an animal footprint to make tracks in the soil.
The cast will be yours to keep as a momento of your visit. The program is free, however, donations are accepted. For information: Call Loretta at 203-634-1911
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New Produce Vendors/Food Vendors
The Wallingford Garden Club and Wallingford Center Inc presents the 2009 Gardener’s Market Saturday mornings 9:00-12:00 to Sept 12th at the Railroad Station Green, routes 5 and 150. Offered will be plants, flowers, produce, baked items, food, crafts, artisans and other goodies. Gardening advice and plant clinic from Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station and UCONN Master Gardeners are available.
Check out www.wallingfordgardenersmarket.com. for detailed information.
New this year is the Gambardella’s Wholesale Fish Market with fresh seafood.
Food Vendors:
The Golitkos will be having breakfast sandwiches. Dan Sintea will have his Hot Dog Cart. Baked Goods by Mary Ann Simmons, Bettina Vossbrinck, Roberta Whalen,Goldilocks Deli and Bishop’s Orchard. Coffee and Tea by Coffee And.
Treats for Pets:
Nancy Eddy and Anita Cioffi with cat items, Rebecca Kahl and Dan Sintea with dog Treats.
Health Items: Susan Haag and Dell Angelo with herbal soaps and notions.
Entertainment by the Wallingford Brass Quintet will be from the Gazebo.
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Girls Incorporated of Meriden
Meriden – Registration for fall programs at Girls Incorporated of Meriden will begin on Mon. Sept 14th at 9am. Registration is ongoing until the programs are filled. All participants are required to have a current Girls Inc. membership. Fall classes begin Sept. 28th and end Dec. 19th. Some of the programs offered include Dance, Gymnastics, She’s Crafty, Cake Decorating, Cooking, Designing Diva, Scrappin’ It, Intro to Music, Babysitting Certification, Pottery Princess, and much more! This year we are also excited to offer Friday Fun Nights beginning in October. For more information, please contact Girls Inc., (203) 235-7146 or stop by 130 Lincoln St.
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Southwest Conservation District Newsletter
The Southwest Conservation District services 43 towns in New Haven and Fairfield Counties. To promote more accessible educational outreach for the homeowner, the newsletter ‘Focus on
Gardening’ will feature articles on local issues , Question/Answer column as well as services
provided by the Conservation District. The District has a semi annual regular newsletter and has an annual spring plant sale at Lockwood Farm in Hamden. For more information about the district, please check the website: www.conservect.org and click on Southwest Conservation District. For more information about the electronic newsletter, please contact Ellie Tessmer, adm asst at swcd43emt@sbcglobal.net or come to the Wallingford Gardeners Market on Saturday mornings 9-12 til Sept 12th and check us out at the Plant Clinic/Information Booth in the center of the Railroad Station Green.
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Area Selichot Service at Temple Beth David
On Saturday September 12 at 7:30 p.m., at 3 Main Street, Cheshire, Temple Beth David of Cheshire will host the annual Selichot Service celebrated with other Reform synagogues in the Greater New Haven area. This service is held on the Saturday evening preceding Rosh Hashanah, and marks the formal beginning of the High Holy Day season. Rabbis, cantors and choirs from the various congregations will participate, and Rabbi Sue Levi Elwell, Ph.D from the Union for Reform Judaism will speak. Desserts and social time will follow. For further information, please contact Temple Beth David at (203) 272-0037 or president@tbdcheshire.org.
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High Holiday Preschool Story Time at Temple Beth David
On Thursday, September 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Temple Beth David of Cheshire is offering a High Holiday themed Preschool story time at the synagogue, 3 Main Street, Cheshire. We will learn about the sights, sounds and tastes of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur through stories, songs, crafts and snack. The program is free and Temple members and non-members alike are invited to participate. Activities are geared for children up to age 5 accompanied by a parent or other caregiver. Please call Jeri Butlien at (860) 620-0307 for questions or to enroll.
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Erev Rosh Hashanah Dinner and High Holiday Services at Temple B’nai Abraham
Celebrate the High Holidays at Temple B’Nai Abraham in Meriden beginning Friday September 18th with Erev Rosh Hashanah Services at 6:15 followed by a Congregational Dinner at 7:00 p.m. Please call (203) 235-2581 by September 10th to make a dinner reservation. On Saturday and Sunday September 19th and 20th Rosh Hashanah services begin at 8:30 a.m., with babysitting available at 10:30 a.m. Services for grades K through 6 will begin at 10:30 a.m.on both days. Tashlich services will be held at the Hubbard Park duck pond on Sunday September 20th immediately following services. On Sunday September 27th Kol Nidre Services begin at 6:00 p.m. with Yom Kippur services at 8:30 a.m. on Monday September 28th. High Holiday tickets may be purchased until September 17th by calling 235-2581. New members can join the synagogue for $50 per couple for the first year.
About Temple B’nai Abraham
Temple B'nai Abraham is a Conservative synagogue which provides religious, educational and social programming for all age groups in a warm, extended family atmosphere. Services are egalitarian, and feature congregational singing. All are welcome. Temple B’nai Abraham is located at 127 East Main Street in Meriden. Please call 235-2381 or visit us on the web at www.meridentemple.org for more information.
Celebrate Sukkot
Come celebrate Sukkot, the Festival of Booths, a remembrance of the forty-year journey through the desert after God freed the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt, where they lived in temporary shelters (sukkot). On Tuesday September 29th join us as we build and decorate the sukkah. Friday night services are at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday morning services at 9:30 a.m. On Sunday October 4th Sukkot services will be held at Temple B’nai Abraham (127 E. Main Street in Meriden) at 9:30 a.m. followed by a pizza lunch in the sukkah. Please call (203) 235-2581 for more information.
About Temple B’nai Abraham
Temple B'nai Abraham is a Conservative synagogue which provides religious, educational and social programming for all age groups in a warm, extended family atmosphere. Our services are egalitarian, and feature congregational singing. All are welcome. Visist us on the web at www.meridentemple.org
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Connecticut Pet Fair and Dog Walk
Saturday, October 3, 2009 is the date for the Meriden Rotary Club’s 1st annual Central Connecticut Pet Fair and Dog Walk. The event will be held from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Hubbard Park. The Pet Fair will be a gathering of pet adoption agencies, pet physics, pet Reiki, microchipping, and other animal-related organizations. It will also be a day focused on family fun and events.
The day of family fun starts with registration for the dog walk at 9:00 am and the walk kicks off at 10:00. Food, face painting, kid’s bounce house, as well as Frisbee flyers demonstration will round out the day.
Proceeds from the event will support the Meriden Human Society, a not-for-profit, no-kill animal shelter and rescue facility.
At this time sponsorships are available for the event, including the Great Dane Title Sponsorship, Labrador Retriever Executive Sponsor, as well as Bulldog and Beagle sponsor levels. Vendors are also being sought.
Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders, united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. The Meriden Rotary has supported a wide range of community-based initiatives and programs, including Noah’s Ark of Hope, Amber Alert, Spirit of Giving, Salvation Army, Meriden Public Library, Beat the Street, and more.
Information on the Meriden Rotary Club and the Pet Fair and Dog Walk may be found at www.meridenrotary.org/centralctpetfair
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BASEBALL GLOVES NEEDED
Baseball gloves in any decent condition are needed for a literacy program called “Beisbol y Biblioteca” (Baseball and The Library) which is starting in August, to help kids in our Meriden projects to improve reading skills. Playing baseball together, followed by going to the library and reading is what the program is about. Please bring baseball gloves and balls to the Meriden Library Children’s Room, or contact Dr. Charles Kaplan at 203-235-4422 if you would like to help or have questions. Thank you!
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"Consider the Quinnipiac" Photo Exhibit
Opening Sept. 9th 6:00pm-9:00pm Exhibit 9/9/09 to 9/15/09 www.considerthequinnipiac.com Opening of Exhibit and QRWA Annual Meeting 9/9/09 6pm to 8pm, light refreshments served
Ian Christmann brings "Consider the Quinnipiac" photo exhibit to the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center Sept. 9th through the 15th. Opening night will be Wednesday, Sept. 9th from 6pm to 9pm. Quinnipiac River Water Shed Council will holds its annual meeting in conjunction with the opening of the exhibit from 6pm to 8pm, light refreshements will be served.
"Consider the Quinnipiac" was created to celebrate the Quinnipiac River- a significant, but ofter overlooked, urban asset. The river flows through 38 miles through Plainville, Southington, Meriden, Cheshire, Wallingford, Yalesville, North Haven, Hamden, & New Haven providing abundant views, recreational opportunities, and vital habitats for plants, fish, and wildlife in the region.
Viewing times for the Exhibit are as follows: Wed. 9/9 6pm-9pm, Thurs. 9/10 11am-7pm, Friday 9/11 11am-6pm, Sat. 9/12 12noon-3pm, Sun. 9/13 12noon-3pm, Mon. 9/14 10am-3pm, Tues. 9/15 12noon-7pm
For More information about the exhibit and its content visit www.considerthequinnipiac.com.......
Meriden Land Trust Annual Lecture
Wildlife is my Passion! by Peter Picone Tuesday, Oct. 6th, 2009 7:00pm at the Augusta175 East Main Street, Meriden Free Lecture, Nites Out at the AugustaFeaturing: "The Don Campbell Trio" Friday, Oct. 9 8:00pm Phone: Ticket $10 in advance and $15 at the door Enjoy and evening of country music at the Augusta Caberet style event, bring your own food & drink
Meriden Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony2009 Inductees: Roger King, William Scully, & Vincent Pepe. Light refreshments will be served after ceremony, open to the public. 2:00pm 10/18/2009 175 East Main Street Meriden, CT
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Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation Responds to Growing Community Needs
The Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation has awarded a total of $184,000 in the first half of 2009. The funding supports organizations providing education, emergency medical care, youth development activities, and critical social service programs in the Foundation’s service area which includes the ten towns where it has branches (Ansonia, Cheshire, Middlebury, Naugatuck,Oxford, Prospect, Southbury, Waterbury, Watertown, Woodbury) and geographically contiguous communities. The Foundation also offers grants in the Meriden area due to its corporate affiliation with Castle Bank.
The Foundation’s priority for providing critically needed services in these difficult economic times is reflected in its support to St. Vincent de Paul for kitchen renovation and purchase of supplies and to Salvation Army for its Family Emergency Shelter, which will provide housing and comprehensive services to approximately 165 individuals this year. In addition, a grant made to AmeriCares has assisted area families with necessary home renovations, and The Workplace will be able to provide additional job
training due to the Bank’s support.
The Foundation has made numerous health-related grants,including one to Waterbury Hospital for Waterbury Project Access, a consortium including St. Mary’s Hospital and StayWell Health
Center, providing case management and access to charity health care. In addition, the Foundation is supporting local emergency health services through two grants for technology upgrades, made to Southbury Ambulance Association and Valley Emergency Medical Services.
While the Foundation recognizes the necessity of addressing immediate social and medical needs, it also looks to the future, granting support to a new environmental education program for kindergarten students at Waterbury’s Carrington School and a golf-based youth development program at First Tee of CT, as well as enabling Granville Academy to expand its successful high school program to middle school students.
Since 1999, the Naugatuck Savings Bank Foundation has awarded more than $2.8 million in grants to area nonprofit agencies to support a broad range of programs and services that are consistent with the Foundation’s mission to contribute to the betterment of the communities it serves. The Foundation considers a broad range of requests to create opportunities for residents, with emphasis on promoting education and the encouragement of homeownership.
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Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon
The Animal Haven is looking for business sponsors for its annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon on September 26, 2009
We are asking local businesses to sponsor our annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon to be held September 26, 2009 at Pierpont Park on the North Haven Town Green. Business sponsor names will be listed on the back of the Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon T-shirt and on the schedule given to every participant.
The Animal Haven takes in adoptable homeless pets and takes pride in matching them with loving, permanent homes. Our shelter runs on private donations and receives no funds from town or government sources. Since 1948, The Animal Haven has been proudly serving people and homeless pets of the Greater New Haven, Connecticut area.
The Animal Haven annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon has traditionally been a great morning full of fun and activities for people and canines, and an opportunity for them to join forces in raising money that helps keep our shelter doors open. Every walker gets a free T-shirt and a gift for their dog with their entry fee of $15 per walker. Most participants obtain additional funds when they ask family and friends to sponsor them. You don’t need a dog to walk in support of The Animal Haven!
To be a sponsor, please mail your business name, address and telephone number, and contact information with your $50 donation to The Animal Haven c/o WADAT, 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, CT 06473. The deadline to submit your business information is September 1, 2009. For more information about the walk, please contact Joan Parrotta at 203-281-4401. You can also visit The Animal Haven at 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, Connecticut, visit their website at www.theanimalhaven.com, or call them at 203.239.2641.
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Brian David Ash Memorial Fire Prevention Fundraiser
This September 11th, 12th and 13th, from 9 am to 8 pm, The Brian David Ash Fire Memorial Fire Prevention Fund will hold its twenty-third annual fundraiser at Stop & Shop on East Main Street in Meriden. The fund was created in memory of our son Brian, who perished in a house fire twenty-six years ago. We decided to establish a fund in his name to promote fire safety education. We had learned that we couldn’t just give money to the fire department, because it would have to go into the city’s general fund, and probably wouldn’t find its way to their budget.
Over the past twenty-three years we have been running this fund, we have generated thousands of dollars, which have been used in our campaign to promote our life saving message, “Working Smoke Detectors Save Lives.” We have done a lot to try to make this more than a well-worked slogan. Yet, on many occasions we have heard in the news of fatal fires where smoke detectors were not present. For generations, we have heard the slogan, “Don’t Drink and Drive”, yet alcohol related accidents are still common. Advertising experts claim that there is merit to repetitive messages. Unfortunately, we don’t know when these messages do sink in, so we continue in the hope that statistics would have been different had we not taken the effort.
Most of our funds are spent on educational items. Over the years we have purchased fire safety videos and books for the fire department and schools. We have purchased coloring books on fire safety, and even have crayons that have been donated to us. We also have purchased many brochures and posters on fire safety. Every year we buy plastic fireman hats that are distributed to the local elementary schools during fire prevention week each October. We also give the fire department magnets and batteries to give to the older students at the same time. Each year we purchase a couple of specialty advertising items that promote our mission and the fund. We try to get items, which are different and will be used regularly. Some of the unique specialty items we have purchased are: oven sticks, which are used to push and pull a hot oven rack, Computer/TV screen cleaners. These were a big hit because they work much better than tissue. One item that got a lot of curious looks was a soft drink can cover. They actually keep carbonated beverages from going flat. This year we are giving out coffee scoops and refrigerator magnets. Items that are different, and get used a lot have a great appeal to us, and people remember them. During the last three years we have been using Brian Ash Fund Frisbee’s as plates during our annual fundraiser. Hot dog, soda, chips, and a Frisbee all for $2.00! What a lofty idea?
For several years we have also donated money to the fire department for the purchase of batteries for distribution to those who need them. We continue to think of new ways to deliver an old message, because the necessity for has not gone away.
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Highland Elementary School PTO 26th Annual Craft Fair
The Highland Elementary School PTO will hold its 26th Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 9 AM to 3 PM at the school on 200 Highland Avenue, Wallingford, CT. Anyone interested in any information may contact Carole Eager at careager@aol.com or 203 235-0195.
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SOUTHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS REUNION 11/28/09 - AQUA TURF CONTACT GINA FERRACCI PELLEGRINO 203-631-8776 OR email: ginapellegrino238@yahoo.com
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MidState Medical Center’s MediQuick Moves to New Location in East Meriden
Other Hospital Services to Follow
Beginning in late Spring, MidState Medical Center’s MediQuick will open in its new location in East Meriden. The urgent care center, which has been in operation on Paddock Avenue for years, will be relocating to a prime spot at 60 Pomeroy Avenue, where accessibility off of Interstate 91 and business-rich Research Parkway will make care more convenient for its patients.
MediQuick will be operating out of a larger, state-of-the-art facility similar in appearance to MidState Medical Center. Hours of operation will remain the same; open seven days a week from 8 a.m. until 7:30 pm, except for the seven major holidays.
Patients will have additional amenities while receiving care at the new site, including more privacy thanks to the design of the space; there are 10 private treatment rooms, four more than it currently has, as well as a private registration area, where patients can exchange their personal information in a secluded area. Radiology services will continue to be conveniently offered on-site, with brand new equipment.
"MediQuick has been a vital part of the community, serving East Meriden for many years. Our providers at this center consistently receive high marks for patient satisfaction, and this relocation will enhance our patient's experience by providing convenient access and ample parking, in a comfortable setting. MidState's goal is for every patient to have the same excellent experience—no matter which location the visit,” said Karen Goyette, Vice President of Administration and Business Development.
Providers at MediQuick are able to provide care for minor illnesses and injuries such as sore throat, earache, sinus pain, minor burns, a rash, back pain, the flu or a minor sports injury. X-rays and basic laboratory testing is also available. As always, symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath may indicate a life-threatening condition, in which case the MidState Medical Center Emergency Department would be the most appropriate place to obtain care.
Approximately 90 days following the move, MidState’s new East Meriden property will become home to several other outpatient services currently housed within the walls of the hospital on Lewis Avenue. They include the Infectious Disease Clinic, the Diabetes Center, Sleep Care Center, Wound Care Center, and programs and services for the Weight Management Program. The new facility will also have community conference room space for health and wellness programming.
For information, call 203-694-8200, or visit www.midstatemedical.org.
Do you have a MidState doctor? call: 1 866-MMC-5678
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SHS CLASS OF 84 REUNION
11/28/09 - AQUA TURF 6-12 PM please contact ginapellegrino238@yahoo.com (Gina Ferracci)
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MidState Medical Center Holiday Bazaar Set for November: Crafters Wanted!
Are you talented in arts and crafts? Do you have a special skill in jewelry making, hand made note cards or something else? MidState Medical Center is in search of local crafters from its communities for the annual Gift Gallery Holiday Bazaar to be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009, from 9 am – 4 pm in the Horwitz Conference Center at MidState Medical Center. Because of last year’s very successful and well-attended event, the Bazaar will once again feature the talent and creativity of those in the community, in addition to employees and volunteers. Some of the crafts will include: jewelry making, photography, hand knit and crochet items, painted towels, floral arrangements, beautiful hand made accessories for the home and so much more! If you are interested in showcasing and selling your crafts, please contact Gift Gallery Manager Theresa Michalik at 203-694-8108 for more information and an application. Be sure to save the date and join us for a fun-filled day – November 14 – and get a head start on your holiday shopping!
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The South Meriden Lions Club is holding a Strides Walk for Diabetes on September 19, 2009 in Hubbard Park. The cost is $20.00 and includes a commemorative t-shirt for all pre-registered walkers, plenty of free food, raffles, a health tent, and lots of free parking. This is an excellent way to enjoy the park with your family and friends and help us fight diabetes. The walk will take place on flat paved surfaces in and around Hubbard Park. For additional information and registration forms please see our website: www.southmeridenlions.com
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THE 2009 CONNECTICUT RENAISSANCE FAIRE
OPEN RAIN OR SHINE 10 AM- 6 PM • WEEKENDS AND COLUMBUS DAY
SEPTEMBER 26 to OCTOBER 18, 2009
September 26-27, Oct. 3-4, 10-12, 17-18, 2009
Take a step back in time and get lost in the revelry and excitement of the Connecticut Renaissance Faire. Be entertained with story telling, musicians, drama, jousting and so much more.
Be a part of history, or come as you are and immerse yourself in games, theater and New England's largest Medieval Marketplace. Experience over 40 hours of entertainment and sample a variety of Renaissance foods.
Whatever your tastes, the Connecticut Renaissance Faire is a unique entertainment experience and a feast for your imagination – for children of all ages.
WHEN: September 26-27, Oct. 3-4, 10-12, 17-18, 2009 10AM – 6PM
(Rain or Shine)
WHERE: Hebron Lions Fairgrounds (347 Gilead Street, Route 85 in Hebron, CT).
COST: Adult $16, Youth (5-12) $8; Under 5 Free.
COME CELEBRATE OPENING WEEKEND WITH NEW TICKET SPECIALS:
Visit www.ctfaire.com for details and discounts.
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"Wild Life is My Passion", a book by Peter Picone
7:00 pm,
October 6, 2009 Augusta Curtis Cultural Center
175 East Main St. Meriden, CT 06450
Price: Free
The latest in a series of free lectures, sponsored by The Meriden Land Trust & The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center.Local Author and Wildlife Biologist Peter Picone will deliver a powerpoint slide show about his lifetime experiences and insights about wildlife in Connecticut. He will share excerpts from his book "Wildlife Is My Passion". Mr. Picone grew up enjoying the outdoors and nature found in the Quinnipiac River watershed including Southington, Cheshire and Meriden.
He works as a professional wildlife biologist for the Connecticut DEP. The lecture will begin at 7:00 pm, will last about 45 minutes, and will end with a question and answer session. It will be held at the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center on East Main Street in Meriden.For more information about Mr. Picone's background and published works, go to www.wildlifepassion.net. For more information about the Meriden Land Trust, go to www.meridenlandtrust.com.For more information about the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center,go to www.curtisculturalcenter.org
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BASEBALL CITY IS PROUD TO INTRODUCE THE INAUGURAL FALL SEASON FOR THE CONNECTICUT TRAVEL LEAGUE BASEBALL. THIS NON-SANCTIONED FALL LEAGUE WILL OFFER COMPETIVE PLAY TO THE FOLLOWING AGE DIVISIONS: 12U, 13U, 14U, 16U AND 18U. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US AT (860) 527-2489 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.baseballcityct.com
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Special Event
Saturday September 12th
Fiddlestix Fiddle Intensive performs at the Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford at Pond Hill and Scrub Oak Rds. at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy the hard work of fiddle students from age 5 - 50. Irish, Bluegrass, Old Timey and more! FREE! Bring a picnic! For more information please call Keys & Strings Music Studio 203-265.1500 or visit the website www.musicboxwithsandie.com
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CHORALE CONNECTICUT SEEKING NEW SINGERS
Chorale Connecticut, a select regional group of mixed voices, will begin rehearsals on Monday, September 14th, at the First United Methodist Church, 159 East Main Street in Meriden. Rehearsals are held Monday evenings from 7:30 – 9:30 PM.
The Chorale is seeking Tenors and Basses for its upcoming winter concert. Come and join us for an open rehearsal on Monday, September 14th, to see and hear what we are about and plan to stay after rehearsal to meet with our Artistic Director, Dorothy Barnhart, about joining the Chorale. Call (860)621-1653 for more information.
Thank you in advance for any advertising you can provide for us.
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Maloney class of 1984 to hold 25th reunion Sat October 3rd Sheraton 4 points Research Pkwy Meriden 7-12 pm $55 per person includes buffet, dj, 2 drinks(beer or wine),raffle Send payment to MHS class of 84, 95 Belvedere Drive Meriden CT 06450
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HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO CRAFT FAIR
The Highland Elementary School PTO, 200 Highland Avenue, Wallingford, CT will hold its 26th annual Craft Fair on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the school from 9 AM to 3 PM. If anyone is interested in an application or learning more about the Craft Fair they can contact Carole Eager at 203 235-0195 or by email at careager@aol.com. The fair features over 70 crafters including painting, jewelry, doll clothes, floral items, ceramic and sewn items, original photography, wreaths, wood items, etc.
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MidState Medical Center Announces 2009 Cancer Survivors’ Day
The Cancer Center at MidState Medical Center announces its annual Cancer Survivors’ Day to be held on Sunday, September 13, 2009, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will once again be held at Meriden’s own Hubbard Park, where a large tent will be constructed to accommodate nearly 300 survivors and their families.
Cancer Survivors’ Day is a national event traditionally celebrated the first Sunday in June. MidState, however, chooses to celebrate the day in September to give it added distinction among all of the other cancer-related events that take place during the month. Staff wants the day to have only one focus: “This is a celebration of life,” said MidState’s breast care coordinator, Kathy Clements, RN, ON-C, BHPN-C.
Cancer survivors are encouraged to bring their family and friends to share in the day. Activities for children include face, painting, balloon animals, and caricature drawings. Survivors can treat themselves to a relaxing chair massage; and of course, musical entertainment and refreshments can be enjoyed by all. MidState’s own “Lewis Avenue” will kick off the program with a pre-hour of music.
Both survivors and caregivers will share how cancer has changed their lives and offer inspirational messages and words of wisdom to others.
Cancer Survivors’ Day was initiated in 1993 when MidState was known as Veterans’ Memorial Medical Center. It wasn’t until 2003 that the event returned annually thanks to Clements and MidState’s oncology social worker, Diane Lafferty, LCSW. The event has grown exponentially since its inception, once attracting 40 people and now drawing over 250.
“Caregivers are especially encouraged to attend,” said Lafferty. Their tremendous support and advocacy for the patient are great contributors to the healing process, and they, too, should take part in the celebration of life.
For more information or to register for Cancer Survivors’ Day, please contact the Cancer Center at MidState at 203-694-8353. Registration is preferred.
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Osterman Community Foundation Golf Classic
The Osterman Community Foundation (OCF) is hosting its 5th Annual OCF Charity Golf Classic. The event will be held on Wednesday, September 16, at the Tradition Golf Course in Wallingford, CT. The cost is $160 per person. The day includes 18 holes of golf with cart, on-course refreshments, $10,000 hole in one contest (50/50 split), raffle, barbeque luncheon, other contests, gift bag and buffet dinner reception. There are also several sponsor levels available including: golf cart sponsor for $50, hole sponsor for $200, beverage cart sponsor for $600 and Platinum sponsorships for $5,000. All sponsorships include your name displayed on a sign or banner.
All proceeds from the tournament benefit the OCF. The OCF is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial relief to qualified individuals, families or groups in our communities. The OCF has made it a goal to seek out opportunities to help such people when they had no reason to expect our assistance.
Because of your support the OCF is able to make a difference and provide hope. During this year we provided assistance with food, heating oil, utilities, child care, rent, medical bills, auto repairs, etc. We provided this help to people facing a multitude of hardships – medical conditions, loss of work, added family responsibilities, home fires, and single parent situations.
For example we paid rent and car expense for a Mom with 3 kids, who was hit by a drunk driver, endured many severe medical problems (over 30 surgeries and MRSA virus) and is now permanently disabled. This family has struggled financially, losing their home and car. We purchased hearing aids for an 8 year old boy. He lost his hearing from the medication needed in conjunction with his 4 open heart surgeries necessary to save his life from congenital heart disease. The family struggled financially from all medical bills and insurance covered only 25% of the $8,000 cost. We paid rent and security deposit for a young family previously living in a rodent and bug infested apartment. This family has been struggling to provide a better life for their 2 year old daughter. They are both in school completing their GED and working low paying jobs. We purchased a laptop for a high school boy who over the past year was diagnosed with a brain tumor and endured 7 surgeries. Upon returning to school, he was in a car accident and severely injured. He had to be hospitalized and sent to a rehabilitation center. His doctors recommended a laptop to aid in his rehab. His family could not afford one due to overwhelming medical bills.
Please help us continue to make a difference and be a part of a growing tradition. If you would like to play golf or be a sponsor, contact Darlene Stickney at the Osterman Community Foundation at 203-272-2233 or e-mail dstickney@osterman-co.com.
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The Animal Haven is looking for business sponsors for its annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon on September 26, 2009
We are asking local businesses to sponsor our annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon to be held September 26, 2009 at Pierpont Park on the North Haven Town Green. Business sponsor names will be listed on the back of the Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon T-shirt and on the schedule given to every participant.
The Animal Haven takes in adoptable homeless pets and takes pride in matching them with loving, permanent homes. Our shelter runs on private donations and receives no funds from town or government sources. Since 1948, The Animal Haven has been proudly serving people and homeless pets of the Greater New Haven, Connecticut area.
The Animal Haven annual Walk-A-Dog-A-Thon has traditionally been a great morning full of fun and activities for people and canines, and an opportunity for them to join forces in raising money that helps keep our shelter doors open. Every walker gets a free T-shirt and a gift for their dog with their entry fee of $15 per walker. Most participants obtain additional funds when they ask family and friends to sponsor them. You don’t need a dog to walk in support of The Animal Haven!
To be a sponsor, please mail your business name, address and telephone number, and contact information with your $50 donation to The Animal Haven c/o WADAT, 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, CT 06473. The deadline to submit your business information is September 1, 2009. For more information about the walk, please contact Joan Parrotta at 203-281-4401. You can also visit The Animal Haven at 89 Mill Rd., North Haven, Connecticut, visit their website at www.theanimalhaven.com, or call them at 203.239.2641.
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MYSTIC AQUARIUM & INSTITUTE FOR EXPLORATION REVEALS SEA LION PUPS’ NEW NAMES
Names selected by celebrity judges and the public during contest; announced during pups first birthday celebrations today
MYSTIC, Conn. (August 27, 2009) — Today was a big day for the three new California sea lion pups at Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration. In addition to celebrating their first birthday – complete with an icy fish treat for them and cake for guests – the pups received their highly anticipated names: Jetty for the male and Cali and Sakari for the two females. Celebrity judges Miss Connecticut 2009 Sharalynn Kuziak, UConn Men’s Basketball Coach Jim Calhoun and Teresa Labarbera (standing in for WFSB-TV meteorologist and “Better Connecticut” co-host Scot Haney) were in attendance and revealed the pups’ new names to guests.
Throughout August, name ideas were submitted and voted upon by more than 2,000 people in 36 states during a public naming contest. The contest kicked off on July 28 and consisted of several parts. First, the public submitted name ideas through the aquarium’s Web site, mysticaquarium.org, through August 12. From these suggestions, the aquarium’s animal care staff and celebrity judges chose five finalist names for each pup. During the final phase, the public returned to the Web site to vote for their favorite names.
“Because we rely so much on the public’s support, it was only natural that we engage them in naming our special new residents,” said Dr. Stephen Coan, president and CEO of Sea Research Foundation, Inc. “The name ideas we received were extremely creative and thoughtful, and we were happy to see that contest participants considered these pups’ stories when submitting names. The contest provided a great opportunity to remind everyone of the important animal rescue and rehabilitation work that we and other aquariums do on a regular basis.”
Jetty was found with pneumonia and rescued in Morro Bay Harbor in San Luis Obispo County, California, while Cali and Sakari come from SeaWorld San Diego’s Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Program. All three were rescued at approximately six months of age and treated for malnourishment and dehydration. They recovered well and were brought to Mystic for enhancement of the species.
The name Jetty was selected by the judging panel for its symbolism. A jetty protects the coastline from the effects of currents and tides, just as this pup is protecting his relatives in the wild by educating aquarium guests about sea lions. Sakari, an Inuit word for “sweet,” matches the more submissive female pup’s personality well. Cali was chosen by the judges as a finalist name, because it reflected their origin.
The pups will remain permanent residents of the aquarium. Currently, they are housed in the Aquatic Animal Study Center, which can be viewed from the Gurdon and Kathy Wattles Marine Mammal Observatory. Jetty will eventually join the other California sea lions in the aquarium’s daily sea lion shows, and Cali and Sakari will join the Steller sea lions and harbor seal in the Pribilof Islands exhibit.
Visit mysticaquarium.org to learn more about these pups and see the complete contest results.
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Fall and Foliage
Presented by DAR Susan Clarke Chapter
Fine Dining at the Wachusett Village Inn in Westminster, MA on October 7th.
Enjoy true New England fare and atmosphere at the Wachusett Village Inn. Located in northern Massachusetts, the Inn is a perfect spot to take in all of the splendor of the seasons. Outstanding service and a truly unique dining experience will create a memorable visit. There are also many more stops included.
For information call Roberta at 203-269-5947 or Veronica Stankowski at 860-620-0125/cell 203-213-9971
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Second Annual Train Show
The New Haven Society of Model Engineers, Inc. will sponsor its second annual train show on Sunday, October 4th from 9-3 at the Durham Fair Grounds, Commercial Building, Rt. 17, Durham.
Featured will be the Society’s huge O scale operating layout with a brass lift bridge hand made many years ago by a past member. The bridge has over 30,000 hand made rivets and when raised automatically stops an on-coming train.
There will be many other operating layouts in all scales. Dealers will have model railroad items including locomotives, rolling stock, kits, model railroad accessories and antique collectables. Something for all. Handicapped access.
Admission for Adults is $6.00, Seniors $5.00, Children 5-12 years $1.00 and under 5 are free.
The Society is in its 77 year and is among 4 of the oldest such charted societies in the world.
When started, as the name implies, it was for those modeling trains, planes, ships and cars.
At present, the Society meets Fridays, 7 p.m. at the Wallingford Railroad Station where a large operating HO scale layout is under construction.
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The Town of Wallingford Doherty Cup XII Golf Championship 2009
The Twelfth Annual town of Wallingford Golf Championship was held on Tuesday, July 7th, at the Wallingford Country Club. A field of 76 golfers battled the elements for the coveted Doherty Cup on a course touting pristine conditions. The popular medal play tournament drew players from far and wide, (RI and Florida!). They came together to honor the memory of David J. Doherty, a popular Sheehan High School teacher and Wallingford town councilman, who died suddenly in June 1997. His Sheehan High School peers established the David J. Doherty Scholarship Fund, and his family, created the championship as the scholarship’s fundraiser. Each year the golfing event has raised approximately $7,000, helping to perpetuate the scholarship fund along with awarding two $2,500 scholarships each year. These chosen recipients must fulfill the requirements of “character, service, scholarship and financial need”. The fund also contributes $1,000 each year to the Wallingford Family YMCA Youth and Government Program, which Dave established may years ago.
Highlighting this year’s tournament as volunteers, were the 2009 scholarship recipients, Emily Doll and Jessie Simpson, who will be attending the University of Connecticut and the University of New Haven, respectively.
Along with the traditional medal play format, the tournament offered a new four person team scramble event, awarding prizes for both events.
Over $1,000 worth of golfing prizes and $6,000 worth of raffle prizes were offered this year, including the top auction prize of a week’s stay in Westerly, RI!
This years top official “Doherty Cup” winners are:
Women’s Champion – Christina Naser – 91
Men’s Champion – Dan Sullivan – 73
Senior’s Champion – Jerry Farrell, Sr. - 93
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Castle Craig Adult Learning Center
It’s time so sigh up for the CCALC/MxCC fall 2009 classes. For only $25.00 you can attend any or all of the classes which begin on September 8th and run through November 13th.
On schedule are the monthly book discussions, walks and knitting classes. We will be knitting helmet liners for the soldiers in Afghanistan this term. We also have planned Tai Chi classes and trips to the CT Forensic Lab, WFSB TV3 Better Connecticut show, the Meriden Police Department S.W.A.T. Team and the Meriden Public Health Emergency Department.
We also have Dan DeLuca speaking about his book, “The Old Leatherman” and Kevin O’Hara, author of “The Last of the Donkey Pilgrim”, a book about traveling 1700 miles through Ireland with a donkey. Connecticut author, Diane Ross McCain, will discuss the many people who have made important contributions to Connecticut history. In addition, to celebrate the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth in 1809, John Kenney will hold four classes consisting of reading and discussing three plays about Lincoln’s life. Rich and Joan Hamel will present a multimedia journey through Kenya, the last land on earth where the greatest concentration of wildlife exists.
Finally, a bus trip to the National Cranberry Festival in Massachusetts and one to the new Connecticut Science Center in Hartford are scheduled. There is an additional charge for these trips.
Anyone from Meriden and surrounding towns is welcome to join the Castle Craig Adult Learning Center at Middlesex Community College located at 55 West Main Street in Meriden. To obtain the Fall, 2009 registrations information please contact CCALC/MxCC at the above address or call the office 203-238-6201.
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The Durham Fair
The Durham Fair will be held on September 25th, 26th and 27th this year. Come Join Us. We’ll be here.
In 1916, the Durham Fair began a tradition.
Of sharing forkfuls of apple pie with your sweetheart. Taking in the tractor pull, ringside, after the horse pull, after the ox pull, with the kids. Seeing eye-to-eye with a prized dairy cow. Picking up the scent of fried dough from the booth that beckons.
In 2009, the Durham Fair is still all that. And more.
As Connecticut’s largest agricultural fair, you’ll see what a real fair is. Live entertainment, rides and games, firs-class animal breeding competitions and discovery events on the Corn Stalk Stage. Along with a trove of crafts, exhibits, shopping and fun food. Yum.
Easy to reach, hard to leave. Durham Fair. As real as it ever was.
Go to www.durhamfair.com for directions from your neck of the woods.
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10 Week Bereavement Seminar
Place: St. Frances Cabrini, Parish in North Haven
Date: Wednesday, September 16th from 10:00-11:30am or 7:00-8:30pm
To register call 203-239-8012, 203-239-5964 or 203-239-3487
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