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provided the Board ofSelectman agrees with theirrecommendations, we plan toaggressively implement them.

I would like to welcome anew employee to our town’sPublic Works Department. Richard Toolan, Jr. is our new RoadForeman. Richard most recently worked as the OperatingEngineer for the Mashantucket Pequot Public Works. Richardis also active on our new Middle School Building Committeeand the Valley Shore Big Brothers.

Our newly formed Green Committee just had their firstmeeting. Their focus will be to inventory the town’s existinggreen footprint. This includes what Chairman Ken Simon calls“conscientious living, living in a healthy and sustainable way,with awareness of such things as clean energy and resourceconservation, living in balance with our community and ourplanet.”

Two of our residents, Trudy and Peter Novak, are notwaiting for oil prices to rise further. They just had their ownphotovoltaic panels installed. Enough power will be generatedto not only run their house but feed back into the localelectric grid and receive a credit.

While attending my daughter’s awards banquet for MiddleSchool Girl’s Softball and the Boy’s Baseball teams, I heard

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As I write this column we are in the midst of a very healthybudget debate in our town. I have made it my mission to slowthe rate of growth in spending. We have reduced expenditurerequests on the budget by over $1,500,000 from theoriginal budget request. I was, however, uncomfortable withthe size of the budget once the economy took a rapid turn forthe worse. With the proposed further reductions ofapproximately $500,000 in the spending I am fully supportingthis budget. Furthermore, even with reductions in theproposed spending for the Board of Ed, our investment ineducation will still increase.

If the budget is passed under these guidelines the townwill have successfully slowed our spending track, for the firsttime in years. I want to publicly thank the members of theBoard of Finance, the Board of Education, and all the depart-ment heads that “rolled up their sleeves” with me to put thisall together in a way that works for the town. As residents youcan expect tax bills to be mailed out in late July, due August 1and payable by September 2.

Also, since being elected, we have uncovered someunused federal grant money of approximately $250,000 forthe improvement of the East Haddam Village. I have appoint-ed a committee that includes members of the EconomicDevelopment, Planning and Zoning, and HistoricCommissions to recommend how to best use those funds.They will report within the next ninety days and then,

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some comments from Coach Melissa Guerrera that made mevery proud. She mentioned that several umpires congratulatedher on the abilities of her girls but more importantlyappreciated the sportsmanship and courteous way our kidstreat each other and the teams they challenge. Thesecomments happen often enough to emphasize that our kidsare learning even more important lessons than just athleticskills.

The sixth graders in our Middle School just completed an-other great experience lead by retiring teacher Ginny Hayncalled Government Day. The kids all wrote essays to compete

for their favorite townposition. Once chosen,they took over for eachof our town employees.Thank you to everyonethat helped to make thissuch a popular and

exciting day, especiallyLinda Zemienieski for thegreat coordination effort.Remember, my door is

always open!

Mark Walter,First [email protected]

EAST HADDAM THANKSOUR VOLUNTEERS

Every community large and small generally depends onthe efforts of volunteers who make many things happen. In thisday and age of dot.com, working parents, and just life’s fastpace, people tend not to think about these generous citizenswho make things happen and get things done for them andtheir families. On Sunday, May 4th, Mark Walter, EastHaddam’s First Selectman, saluted the Volunteers of theMonth for their valuable contributions to the town for themonths of May 2007 to April 2008. He praised their positiveeffect on the community and thanked each one for their timeand efforts. Selectman Emmett Lyman presented the awardsand Selectman Pete Govert gave each recipient a token key tothe town.

April 2008, which highlighted the ceremony, wasawarded to two very special and energetic high school seniors,Jasmine Yuris and Jordan Humble, for their contributions to theschool and the community. George Ryczek received the May2007 award for his involvement in the East Haddam/MoodusLittle League and for twenty-five years of service to the Boardof Selectmen, Board of Education, and Registrar of Voters.Richard and Delores Tedford were recognized for the monthof June for their time with the Food Bank. July went

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continued from page 2to Bill and Cele Delehanty for their service to the Lions Club,Meals on Wheels, and the Flu Clinic. The August award wasgiven to Peter Novak for his dedication to the AmericanLegion Blood Drives. Karl Schutz received the Septemberaward for the thirty to forty hours per week he gives to theEast Haddam/Moodus Little League from March to June.October went to Jiffy Spencer for her tireless devotion to theEast Haddam Ambulance and her time given for the FluEpidemic Drills. Veronica Bogel was recognized as thevolunteer for November for her efforts at the Food Bank. LisaCahill wrapped up the year 2007 in December for her hardwork with MPAC and the food and supply drives she takeson every year. January 2008 was Hal Swopes’ for his effortswith the East Haddam/Moodus Little League as umpire andchief. February went to Mary Beth Mordecai for her involve-ment in various school boards and committees, the Buy aBrick program for the new middle school and the EastHaddam/Moodus Little League. Harold and AngelineBorgnine were recipients for March for the time they gave tothe Food Bank.

Mark Walter emphasized that “many of the EastHaddam Town government’s needs continue to be metlargely through volunteer efforts of its citizens. Hundreds ofhours are dedicated through nonprofit organizations, publicsafety organizations, recreational programs, after schoolprograms, clubs, boards and commissions. Without this vol-unteer spirit, the Town would not function as it does.” Healso noted that East Haddam’s sense of community is evi-denced by more than seventy-five community organizations.

The tribute was finished up with refreshments andsocializing with past volunteers and the families of this year’srecipients.

- Elizabeth Loomis

Volunteer of the MonthPlease join us in congratulating ourmost recent volunteers of the month:

Howard & Angeline Borgnine, Jasmine Yuris,Jordan Humble, and Christine Dombroski.If you would like to nominate someone, please

do so in a letter to the First Selectman.

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East Haddam’s Top DogCongratulations to Duchess, a 4-year-old German

Shepherd owned by the Nichols family for being this year’stop dog. She proudly sports the #1 tag.

Kaspar, a five-year-old Greater Swiss Mountain Dog ownedby the Kiley family was runner up

and sports the #2 tag.

The students at Nathan Hale Ray Middle School viewedthe entries submitted and conducted an election duringlunch. The students enjoyed the opportunity to elect thisyear’s #1 dog. Next year, it could be your canine companion,so have those cameras ready. Entry pictures will be acceptedat the Town Clerk’s Office for next year’s program during themonth of May 2009.

The Town Clerk and the Animal Control Officer would liketo remind residents that each dog over the age of six months isrequired by law to be licensed.

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The East HaddamConservation Commission

and Lyme LandConservation TrustCelebrate Connecticut

Trails DayThe East Haddam Conservation Commission and Lyme

Land Conservation Trust celebrated Connecticut Trails Day onJune 7th by blazing trails on the recently acquired Patrellproperty and hosting a walk.

At 9 a.m. Linda Bireley and Carl Clement, from Lyme,joined Peggy Carlson, Cynthia and John Matthew, Rob Smith,Paul Stuhlman and TJ Tarbox, to blaze trails that had beencleared in December 2007.

At 11 a.m. Shannon and David Hawkins joined Rob Smithand several others from the work party to enjoy the one-miletrail. Rob described interesting features of the forest, fields andgeological features.

The Patrell property is located on the Eight Mile River,which has been recently been designated a wild and scenicriver by the federal government.

Photo from left to right: Carl Clement, Peggy Carlson, TJ Tarbox, CynthiaMatthew, Paul Stuhlman, Linda Bireley and Rob Smith

Administrative Office BuildingFax: (1st floor) 860-873-5042, (2nd floor) 860-873-5025

New Summer Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.,Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Closed Friday

Selectman’s OfficeMark B. Walter, First Selectman 873-5020 [email protected] Zemienieski, Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Assessor’s OfficeLoreta Zdanys, Assessor 873-5026 [email protected] Veselak, Administrative Assistant

Building DepartmentKeith Darin, Building Official 873-5024 [email protected] Hart, Administrative Assistant

Chatham Health DistrictLiz Davidson, Sanitarian 873-5101 [email protected]

Finance DepartmentStephanie Tatro, Finance Director 873-5022 [email protected] Snow, Administrative Assistant 873-5020 [email protected] Klinck, Treasurer 873-5022

Land Use OfficesJim Ventres, Administrator 873-5031 [email protected] Puska, Zoning Enforcement Officer [email protected] Lombardo, Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Tax Collector’s OfficeJanet Tucker, Tax Collector 873-5033 [email protected] Kuhn, Assistant Tax Collector

Town Clerk’s OfficeDeb Denette, Town Clerk 873-5027 [email protected] Christopher, Assistant Town Clerk

Public Works DepartmentFax: 860-873-6014

Town Garage - Hood Lane Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Transfer Station - Nichols Road Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.

and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Fred Thumm, Director of Public Works 873-5023 [email protected] Toolan, Road ForemanShirley Dill, Administrative Assistant [email protected] MacKenzie, Transfer Station Foreman 873-5030

Other Departments

Scott Brookes, Fire Marshal 873-5004 [email protected] Quinn, Parks & Recreation Director 873-5058 [email protected] LaFountain, Animal Control Officer 873-5044

Resident State TroopersJeff Rhoades & Steve Bellandese 873-1226 [email protected] CourtPaul Buhl, Judge of Probate 873-5028Registrars of VotersHolly Cummings & Patricia Thomas 873-5029 [email protected] Services - 15 Great Hillwood RoadJoanne Roczniak, Municipal Agent 873-5034 [email protected]

Visit our Website at www.easthaddam.org for more information,including meeting minutes

Town of East Haddam7Main Street ~ P.O. Box K East Haddam, CT 06423

Holiday ClosingsThe Town Office Building and the

Transfer Station will be closed on thefollowing holidays:

Monday, September 1 - Labor DayMonday, October 13 – Columbus Day

Regular hours resume on thenext business day.


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East HaddamGarden Club News

“Help for the Houseplant Impaired” will be the topic of anEast Haddam Garden Club program on Wednesday,September 17, at 11:30 a.m. in the yurt at The Sanctuary, 59Bogel Rd.

The speaker will be Rose Hiskes, diagnostician and horti-culturalist for the entomology department of the ConnecticutAgricultural Experiment Station. She will discuss generalhouseplant care, repotting, poisonous plants, and diagnosingailing plants.

This program is open to the public. A brief club businessmeeting will precede the program. Refreshments will beserved, and information about garden club membership willbe available.

The club also wishes to thank all those who supported ourplant and bake sale on May 24. Funds raised help us continueour many town projects, such as planting annuals at GilletteCastle, maintaining the planters at Shagbark triangle, caring forthe Goodspeed Green, Arbor Day with the third graders,memorial tree plantings, etc.

Submitted by Betty Gross

Community Energy NotesIn the last Community Energy Corner, two programs were

discussed that are easy steps toward taking control of ourenergy future. The Connecticut Clean Energy Communitiesprogram supports the overall town’s efforts to develop clean,reliable energy alternatives. All it takes to sign up for this pro-gram is the passing of a town resolution. Recently a town res-ident donated the money to offset the small premium of thisprogram, clearing the way for us all to benefit from it.Consider calling the Selectmen’s Office to voice your supportfor passing the resolution to join this program.

Also, CL& P’s Clean Energy Option is a quick, easy way forall homeowners to support clean energy. Sign up for thisoption by simply filling out the insert in your electric bill.

What else can be done? What are our goals as individu-als and as a community with respect to energy? In the nextCommunity Energy Notes, we’ll consider how to develop anoverall plan to put us on the path of a more sustainable ener-gy future!

For free information about the Clean Communities EnergyProgram or how to sign up for the CL&P clean energy option,town residents can call Harris Management Services, LLC at873-8989.

Submitted by Michael G. Harris, PE

Congratulationsto the Class of 2008!

TROOP 22 MemberReceives Eagle Scout Award

At East Haddam’s Troop 22 Court of Honor Ceremony,on May 22, Stephen Dente received the highest honor inBoy Scouting.

Left to Right – Reed Newton, Stephen Dente and Bill Durr

Stephen began Scouting in 1996 as a Tiger Cub.Throughout the last twelve years he worked himself upthrough the ranks and benefited from the scouting experi-ence. He earned thirty merit badges, twenty-one of whichwere Eagle required. Scouting helped define Stephen’sfuture as his experiences were instrumental in helping himmake the choice to attend Vermont Technical College inthe fall.

His parents, Ann and Charlie, were active in theprogram with him. All enjoyed being a part of Troop 22.His mother indicated, “We were so fortunate to beinvolved with Troop 22. It is a very pro-active Troop whichoffers good programs with community and parentalsupport.”

Maureen GoffREALTOR, GRIOffice: 873-2111Cell: [email protected]

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Earth Charter CalendarSecond Sunday Monthly Meetings to be at 2 p.m. at The

Sanctuary, 59 Bogel Road, East Haddam, unless otherwiseannounced.

August 10Speaker: Paul Freundlich, President of U.S.-based Fair

Trade Foundation; Founder & Pres. Emeritus of Co-OpAmerica; Pres., Stakeholders Council of GRI (Global ReportingInitiative), and Director of CERES Coalition. He will exploreour global interconnectedness as it affects the planet’s sustain-ability.

September 14Speaker: Bruce McGhie, East Haddam’s inspirational

speaker, photographer, artist, and author of Ascent, hispersonal story of “true grit” as an athletic Air Force cadetinjured in a fall, confined to a wheelchair for the last halfcentury, and his fight to live as normally as possible…as a man,husband, father, businessman - and even gaining an FAAlicense to fly a glider with hand controls.

October 11, SaturdayEarth Charter Summit. Theme: “Climate Change Fair.”

One of over 100 Charter Communities around the worldfocusing on the problem of climate change. Program willinclude an address by Dr. Gary Yohe, Wesleyan economistwho in 2007 shared the Nobel Peace Prize with V.P. Al Gorefor his authorship of the outstanding scientific presentation ofthe IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) on thesubject. He will also moderate a panel of lower valley select-men/women who will share their ideas, plans, and projects onwhat their towns are doing to become more sustainable andclimate conscious. Other events, times, and venue to beannounced.

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construction or homes that are filled to capacity. But everyhome can benefit from home staging because it is the processof taking your family home and transforming it into amarketable property that appeals to the widest range of buy-ers. Staged homes photograph better and living in a stagedhome is actually easier to maintain. Talk to your real estateagent about your home before putting it on the market.Identify any possible trouble areas and come up with a plan fordealing with them. In addition to the staging information, youragent should have ideas and guidance on any minor repairsthat need to be made. Remember to keep the following ideasin mind when staging: make the front entrance inviting; clearaway the clutter; clean the house thoroughly; freshen theappearance of rooms; arrange furniture for spaciousness; doall you can to reduce odors; perform all minor repairs; replaceoutdated light fixtures; clean the carpets; don’t forget thegarage and basement. For more information about homestaging or to get some ideas for your home, call Maureen Goffwith William Raveis Real Estate at 873-2111.


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Pasta Vita225 Elm Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

(860) 395-1452www.pastavita.com

All menus available on website;specials also discussed live on WLIS every Wed.-Sat. at

approximately 8:10 a.m.

Open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.;Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Price - $$

Pasta Vita, a familiar shoreline destination, beganfourteen years ago as a wholesale pasta factory. The smalltake-out shop opened two years later, with its popularity neces-sitating the move to Pasta Vita’s present, spacious location. Irecently spoke with Rich Cersosimo, President of Pasta Vita, tofind out the secret to Pasta Vita’s continued success.

Rich and his partner, Chef Louis Casanho, are at Pasta Vitaevery day, with Rich helping to man the cash register, keep thefood stocked, and answer customer questions. Chef Lou, agraduate of the Culinary Institute of America, oversees thekitchen, working with the freshest ingredients possible. Favoriteitems are stocked daily with new dishes created regularly. PastaVita also offers catering services. Rich staffs experts to help withfood selection, while Chef Lou oversees food preparation andwill even use a customer’s own serving dishes if desired.

With the largest selection of to-go items in Connecticut (andone of the largest in the U.S.), Pasta Vita’s kitchen opens everyday at 4:00 a.m. Both regular menu items and the more than100 chef’s weekly specials are prepared fresh daily and wheeledout front as completed. My personal favorites are Chicken Alicia,tender chicken breast stuffed with artichokes, spinach, andpignoli nuts, and Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons. Aftera long day, my family enjoys the Meat Lasagna, a hearty creation,served with zesty Italian Sausage and Peppers and the creamy,rich Traditional Bread Pudding for dessert. My children alwaysenjoy the Macaroni and Cheese, Chicken Francaise (breadedfillets with lemon, shallot and butter sauce), Grilled Vegetables,and either Scalloped, Mashed or Twice Baked Potatoes. Themany varieties of Pasta Vita’s famous naturally striped pasta -beet for red, mushroom for brown, and spinach for green - alongwith their distinctive fillings are also always a tasty choice.

Entrees are packaged to serve two people. They range inprice from $6.95 to $18.95, with most priced less than $10.00.That is an excellent per person price given thequality and quantity of food offered. Whether you pop infrequently to choose your evening meal or stop by periodicallyto stock up and freeze your purchases for later use, Pasta Vita’sfriendly customer service and extensive selection of fresh,delicious food will keep you coming back for more!

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Events Magazine Food Editor

Summer Reading Schedule:Saturday, July 19th, R.E.A.D with dogs 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Wednesday, July 23rd, Origami with Claudia 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, July 30th, Audubon Society, The Very HungryCaterpillar insect program. 11 a.m. - 12 noonWednesday, August 6th, Magician Brian LaPalme 11 a.m. - 12noon, followed by the Ice Cream Social 1 p.m. in the SeniorCenter.Picnic Pals every Wednesday July 2nd to August 6th from 12noon – 1 p.m.Meet Driveby the Duck July 16th.

Starting September 17th, Story Hour on Wednesday morningsfrom 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for ages 3-5.Watch for the start of the Laptots program for children under 3.

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31 Main Street, P.O. Box 464East Haddam, CT 06423Telephone: 860-873-9547

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Blueberry ManiaOn Saturday, August 9th, the Youth Group of St.Stephen’s

will sponsor an ALL YOU CAN EAT Blueberry PancakeBreakfast from 8:00 a.m. until ll:00 a.m. Adults $8, seniors $6,children under 12 $4. There will also be a bake sale featuringhomemade fresh blueberry delights, muffins, buckles, coffeecakes, breads, jams, pies, etc.

Sunday School:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Sunday School begins at

9:45 a.m. each Sunday with our fall kick-off on September 7,2008.

Nursery Care is Available.Pre-K to third grade in our newly renovated Godly Play

classroom.Grades 4-6 curriculum, step-by-step exploration of faith.Grades 7-12, weekly Scripture-based curriculum.

Youth Group7-12th grades meets every other week on Sunday from

12-2 p.m. Plus scheduled excursions. Mission-oriented grouphelping local and beyond (recent trip to Mississippi to helpwith Katrina Relief).

ServicesSundays, 8:00 and l0:00 a.m.Summer schedule: Beginning June 15th, 8:00 a.m. and

9:30 a.m.Weekly Coffee Hour

Fellowship and snacks following l0:00 a.m. service. Timeto meet and get to know new fellow worshippers.

Hall RentalBeautifully refurbished hall to rent for your next event.

Call the office for more details.

MusicBeginning in September: Senior Choir rehearsal 7:30

Tuesday eveningsAngel Choir (preschool to grade 1) rehearsal on Sunday

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The East Haddam Community Lions Club wants to thankthe runners for coming out on a chilly day to participate in our9th Annual April Fools Road Race held on April 6th. We alsowant to extend special thanks to the following sponsors andcontributors for their support. Their generosity helps us tohelp others.

East Haddam Lions ClubNathan Hale Pharmacy

Tri-Town Precision Plastics, Inc.Ballek’s Garden Center

Chestelm Health and Rehabilitation CenterColchester/East Hampton Jazzercise

Denya Auto Body, Inc.Dutch Oil, Inc.

East Haddam Dental Associates, P.C.Eddie’s Auto Body

Fox Hopyard Golf ClubGoodspeed MusicalsGristmill Market

Liberty Bank ~ MoodusMoodus Package Store

New England Propeller Service, Inc.Pizzeria Da Vinci

Shagbark Lumber & Farm SupplyVillage Pizza & Restaurant

Adam’s – Deep RiverAttorney Scott W. Jezek

Coca~Cola Bottling CompanyCurves – East Haddam

Dunkin’ Donuts – ColchesterEast Haddam Ambulance Association

Shaw’s – East Hampton

Shoreline Financial ServicesStop & Shop – Colchester

WVA Graphics [email protected] Community Lions is hosting another Fashion Show at

FoxHopyard on September 28, a Health Fair to be held onOctober 18 at the Elementary School, and a Military Whist onOctober 24 also at the Elementary School.For more information visit our new websitewww.easthaddamcommunitylions.com.

Community LionsInstall New Officers

At the June meeting of the Community Lions, the newslate of officers was installed by PDG Arthur Davies of theChester/Deep River Lions. The incoming Board of Directorsinclude Linda Bradshaw, President; Linda Lucas, 1st VP;Sherry Langan, 2nd VP; Angela George, Secretary; GloriaSikorski, Treasurer; Marcy Masci and Alice Sabo, 1 YearDirectors; Margaret Potts and Patricia Thomas, 2 YearDirectors; Nicole Smith, Lion Tamer; Nancy Veronneau, TailTwister; Diane Bielski, Membership Chair; and Barbara Davis,Past President. We wish the new officers a successful year!

Scholarship AwardsThe Community Lions presented their annual scholarship

awards on June 5th at the Senior Honors Night. A $1,000scholarship was presented to Devin Smith for academicachievement. Christina Raffuse was awarded a $1,000scholarship for most improved student. We wish both seniorssuccess in all their endeavors.

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of techniques, very simple equipment and even the local land-scape for cardio exercises such as running hills and sprints plusstrengthening such as push-ups, lunges, squats, and pull-ups.Classes will end with core strengthening and stretching.

This class is geared to those individuals looking forsomething a little different and geared for those who are reallyinterested in challenging themselves in new ways. Participantscan look forward to gaining muscle strength, increasingstamina, and improving their overall fitness level.

When: Tuesday July 29, 2008~Saturday, October 25,2008; Tues and Thurs from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Sat from 8:30-9:30 a.m. (Please note there is no class Saturday September13th and Saturday October 11th)

Where: Outdoor basketball courts at Nathan Hale-RayHigh School

Cost: $225 per person 3x a week, $180 per person 2x aweek, $95 per person 1x week, or a $10 drop in fee.

Please bring a towel and a water bottle. We work out in allconditions; be prepared to get wet and dirty.

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Business UpdateThe East Haddam Economic Development Commission

(EDC) is pleased to announce the following ways to STAYLOCAL AND BEAT THE HEAT this summer:

Wolf’s Den Family Campground offers East Haddamresidents seasonal or day passes to use their facilities includinga huge swimming pool, game room, basketball, volleyball,tennis courts, and more. Contact them at 873-9681 for moreinformation.

Sunrise Resort also offers day passes, complete with mealsand use of all their facilities – 50x 100ft. pool, jacuzzi, boatingon the Salmon river, children’s activities, game room, andmore. Visit their website www.sunriseresort.com or call873-8681 for information.

For refreshment of another type…La Vita Gustosacompleted an expansion of their bar area during the winter.Stop by for good company, live music, great food andbeverages.

Visit the EDC website www.easthaddam.net for a com-plete East Haddam business directory. Also, check the calen-dar section for upcoming events. Contact the EDC [email protected] or P.O. Box K, East Haddam, to haveyour business listed here or to enter our drawing for a free adin the next East Haddam Events Magazine.


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Emergency ManagementUpdate

By Craig MansfieldDirector Emergency Management

As we enter into the summer months, Mother Naturehas the ability to create many concerns for all of us living inNew England. These concerns range from extreme heat tosevere thunderstorms to a major hurricane.

To deal with all of these weather issues (as well asmany other potential emergency situations), each of usshould take a few minutes and think about what we havedone to prepare ourselves for all of the different types ofemergencies we could face.

As the Emergency Management Group has noted inthe past, we all need to be prepared to support ourselves fora minimum of seventy-two hours after an incident such as amajor hurricane. It is important to remember during anemergency situation, some if not all of our dailyconveniences may or may not be available for an extendedperiod of time. These could include: power, running water,telephone (cell and home), internet, cable TV, etc.

Listed below are just a few of the areas you shouldreview and discuss with your family to help preplan for anemergency.

Create an Emergency PlanBe sure your plan includes your pets and dealing with

any special needs your family may have. Plans shouldinclude a meeting place(s), emergency contact information,and alternate places you can stay.

Prepare a Disaster Supply KitThis should include battery-powered radio and flash-

light, first aid supplies, etc.

Storing adequate food and waterOn average you should store ½ to one gallon of water

per day per person. You should store a minimum of 3 daysof food that does not require refrigeration or cooking.Remember the needs of your pets!

This list above is to get your family to start thinking,planning and preparing for an emergency. Listed below arewebsites that can also assist you in this process:

www.fema.govwww.ready.gov

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East Haddam Emergency Management has built a stronggroup of dedicated volunteers trained to assist during manydifferent emergency situations. We will be holding a volun-teer group meeting in the near future. If you are interestedin becoming part of our group of volunteers or we can assistyou in any way, please call 860-873-5103.

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Good News for theEightmile River!

The efforts of the twelve-year, locally led effort to protectthe Eightmile River came to fruition on May 8th, 2008 whenPresident Bush signed a bill into law that designates theEightmile as a Wild & Scenic River. This designation is the finalstep in the exhaustive Wild & Scenic process that localresidents have been closely following.

The Eightmile now joins 11,000 miles of the nation’s mostpristine rivers in a program that assures that the Eightmile willremain pristine and intact for generations to come.

The Eightmile River Coordinating Committee carries on asthe steering body for the program and will continue to work incooperation with the local towns to implement the WatershedManagement Plan. This official designation protects theEightmile by preventing federally funded or permitted activitiesthat could harm the natural and cultural resources. Anychanges or recommendations pertinent to local land use willbe addressed and acted upon at the discretion of local towngovernments according to the Management Plan that has beenin place for the last several years.

The Eightmile Committee would like to sincerely thankCongressman Courtney and Senator Dodd for their instrumen-tal leadership in Washington, DC. Without their help, as wellas the assistance of the entire Connecticut Delegation, the finalWild & Scenic designation would not be a reality.

“This is a tremendous victory for everyone who has foughtso hard to ensure that the Eightmile River’s pristine beauty willremain unspoiled,” said Dodd. “I thank all the advocates inEastern Connecticut, and especially Congressman Courtney,who worked tirelessly to see this bill through to passage in theHouse. The Eightmile River is one of nature’s great works ofart, and today we have ensured that it will be preserved andprotected for both present and future generations to enjoy.”

The committee also thanks the local champions andcitizens who supported this project along the way. We wouldnot have a Wild & Scenic River without your participation inshaping the Watershed Management Plan and voting for thisoutcome at town meeting. THANK YOU for your support!

Please contact us at [email protected] or 860-345-8700if you have any questions or comments.

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The new middle school is quickly approachingcompletion. The sidewalks and landscaping are done and thefinal paving will occur in mid-June. The athletic fields areseeded and the grass is growing quickly. The two-story wing ofthe building, which will house the 6th, 7th, and 8th gradestudents, is almost completely finished, with the exception ofsome technology equipment such as telephones and projec-tors. The floors, ceiling grids, and cabinetry are all installed.The cafeteria and kitchen are nearing completion as well. Thestoves, ovens, and other appliances are almost ready toprepare meals for the children. The architect and projectmanager are collaborating on the final “punch list” to ensurethat every detail is attended to. It is very impressive building tosee. The grand opening celebration for the community isplanned for Tuesday, August 26, 2008.

You can view updated pictures of the construction byaccessing the school website:http://www.easthaddamschools.org/building/pictures/index.htm

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Grab your notepad and magnifying glass and join in on thefun this summer at the “History Sleuths’ Summer Hunt”hosted by the Rathbun Memorial Library, for incoming grades5 through 8! With a grant from the East Haddam Youth &Family Services, the library now has a summer program forMiddle School students, complete with game sheets, clues,and prizes. Game sheets will be distributed in school and allstudents entering 5th through 8th grade (public and private)are welcome to participate. Call for more information.

This summer’s reading program for elementary-school-aged children is “Catch the Reading Bug!” and we’ll be goingbuggy here at the Rathbun Memorial Library, East Haddam!

The first program of the summer was “Insect Nature Journals”held on June 23. A complete schedule of events is available atthe library, as well as on our website. Call to register.

Several items from the Captain Comer collection here atthe Rathbun Memorial Library are now in an exciting newexhibit at Mystic Seaport: “Frozen in: Captain Comer and theHudson Bay Inuits,” which opened in May and continuesthrough April, 2009. The library has also received complimen-tary museum passes for the year in recognition of our contribu-tion to the exhibit. Call ahead to reserve your Seaport Passes;admits 2 adults and 2 children for free.873-8210 ~www.rathbun.lioninc.org

In May, the East Haddam FireDepartment removed a 1978 fire enginefrom service, and replaced it with a 2008fire engine. Over the last few years, we havebeen able to replace outdatedequipment and replace it with newtechnology. Without the support from theboards and commissions and especially thetown residents, this would not be possible.Our new fire engine will enable us toeffectively serve the community by utilizingstate of the art equipment when respondingto emergency calls.

After receiving our new fire engine, theFire Department, with the approval from thecommissions and the selectmen,donated an aging 1978 fire engine to theMonroe Fire Department in Massachusetts.The Monroe Fire Department serves apopulation of 414 with an extremelyminimal tax base. This donation will allowthem to respond quickly to all calls inMonroe instead of relying solely onneighboring communities for fireprotection.

Thank you to everyone involvedfor your continued support.Don Angersola, Fire Chief

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Fire Department News

July Fire Safety TipsPlease take the time once a year to change batteries in your CO & smoke detectors.

Also, it is extremely important that each house has a posted number at the end of the driveway, either on the mailboxor attached to a post. Each house is required to have a minimum of 3” high numbers with a reflective or contrasting

color scheme. Adding something this simple helps reduce the time spent searching for your home.Thank you for your cooperation. - Don Angersola, Fire Chief


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“We are living amongst you”For some reason, over the past few weeks I have

run into so many friends and acquaintances who, foras long as I’ve known them, have only recently hadreason to talk about playing music. For one it wasbecause he has a forty-year-old guitar in his closetthat he hasn’t touched in thirty-eight years and hewants to sell it. He heard I “do stuff with old guitars.”For another he saw me with a guitar case and struckup a conversation about being a player and that hiscareer is in the music business as a manufacturer’srep. I did not know that! With yet another I foundhe is an active song writer, musician, and singer whowrites and records music regularly.

Growing up, my parents just were not the kind offolks that imposed anything on me due to theirfanaticism. Although we were exposed and offeredthe opportunity to participate in many youth activi-ties, we were not forced to do cub scouts or playorganized sports. As a result, I recall trying scouting,Judo, tennis, volleyball, chess, art, and others, but itwas those guitar lessons that really stuck. From thefirst grade I began learning how to play guitar, cer-tainly fighting the rigorous practice regiment along

the way, but subconsciously my overall appreciationfor music really evolved. I remember buying albumsand 45s and recording them to cassettes, duplicatingthe album cover artwork by hand and spendinghours of downtime in my room listening and keep-ing occupied with music-related activities.

As I came of high school age there was a rudeawakening. I found myself gravitating towards “theband room.” This was not an association for the faintof heart. You really must develop a passion to bethere, because the association alone was enough toclassify you as a geek, nerd, or other endearingmoniker for the less than cool.

I must say I never understood that. After all, whorepresents “cool” better than Elvis Presley, FrankSinatra, Gene Simmons, or Miles Davis?

Nevertheless, I think it is this common experi-ence during our youth that causes many an aspiringmusician to keep their affinity to music and talents ofplaying a musical instrument a secret from the rest ofthe world. Whatever the reason, it often takes somedivine happening for people to express and sharetheir talents and passion for music with others. Thatsaid, I have never met a fellow musician who, onceouted, did not prefer to converse on that topicthereafter more than any other including the weath-er and the box scores.

This is so unfortunate and should be a call tomusicians and music lovers around the globe tostand tall and be proud of their musical talents. Wemusicians of every talent level are the envy of therest of the world. After all, there are two types ofpeople in the world; those that can play aninstrument and those that “always wanted too” or“wished they’d stuck with it.”

Musicians are everywhere; just watch “AmericanIdol.” Be proud of your coveted talents and passionand share it with others. Exposing and expressingone’s talents as a musician will bring about manynew and true friendships that grow, a part of your lifethat brings nothing but joy. Talk about your stressrelief... that is until you join a band, but that’s foranother column.

Wayne D’Amico, based inEssex, CT, has been a workingmusician and musical entertainerfor over 25 years and hostsClassicaCafe.com, a website forguitar and professional musical-gear enthusiasts.

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East Haddam AmbulanceThe East Haddam Ambulance is a volunteer

organization that strives to meet the emergencymedical needs of the East Haddam community 24hours a day, 7 days a week.

A number of our members have recentlyadvanced their level of training from a MedicalResponse Technician to an Emergency MedicalTechnician. Congratulations to those members, and aheartfelt “thank you” to all members who havededicated their time, energy and knowledge to sup-porting their community.

We continue to need additional volunteers tosupport the needs of a growing community. Sinceemergencies can happen at any time, it is important tohave a strong, healthy number of qualified people torespond to these emergencies. If you are interested injoining the East Haddam Ambulance, please callTiffany for more information at 790-0575.

The East Haddam Ambulance has responded toover 230 emergency calls from January 1 - June 9,2008.

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Fire MarshalOpen Burning Official

The Fire Marshal’s responsibilities includeinvestigating fires to determine cause and origin, andinspections of all commercial buildings in the townincluding schools, nursery schools, day care centers, andhomes for the aged. Further, the Fire Marshal inspects allblasting sites and issues permits for the use, transporta-tion, and storage of explosives. Additional duties includeinspecting oil trucks, commercial propane installationsand enforcing fireworks regulations. We also assist withfire prevention programs throughout town with thecorporation of the East Haddam Fire Department.

The Open Burning Official issues permits to burnbrush on residential property upon which the permitteeresides. Brush is defined as being four inches indiameter or smaller. Stumps, painted boards and leavesare not permitted to be burned. The ConnecticutDepartment of Environmental Protection is very strict onthese rules because they pertain to state ambient airquality standards. Permits are free and can be obtainedin the Selectman’s Office.

In closing, I would urge all residents to preplan withyour family, an escape route from your house in case offire, and to change the batteries in your smoke detectorstwice a year.

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From the AssessorThe Assessor’s Office began accepting applications

for the Elderly and Totally Disabled Renters RebateProgram on May 15, 2008. Applicants must be 65 yearsof age or older, and total income must not exceed$29,800 for a single person, $36,500 for a couple (jointincome), including Social Security and Medicare.Applicants must bring all income, rent, and utilityinformation from 2007.

Attention Veterans! Recent legislation has changedqualifying service dates to include all active military sinceAugust 1990 as eligible for a $3,000 exemption. Proofof service, such as a DD-214 or active orders, must besubmitted prior to October 1, 2008 to receive an exemp-tion on the July 2009 billing. Additional VeteransBenefits are available to those who meet the sameincome requirements as the Elderly and Totally DisabledRenters Rebate Program; however, there is no agerequirement. Applications for the Additional VeteransBenefits will be accepted until October 1, 2008.

As the Tax Collector’s Office prepares for the 2008tax bills those residents who have motor vehicles thathave been sold, stolen, totaled, or moved out-of-statemay be eligible for a pro-ration of their car taxes.

In the event registration is transferred to anothervehicle, no notification to the Assessor is necessary.However, if the registration is cancelled, residents shouldcontact the Assessor’s Office.

Two forms of proof are necessary to prorate orremove a vehicle from the Grand List. Residents mustbring a copy of the plate receipt issued by theDepartment of Motor Vehicles at the time of cancellationof registration and a copy of one of the following: bill ofsale, transfer of title, receipt from junkyard, notificationof total loss, out-of-state registration, or some other formshowing the date on which the vehicle was disposed of.

Applications for Farm, Forest, and Open Space maybe submitted from Thursday, September 1 to Monday,November 1, 2008 for the July 2009 tax bills.

Any questions regarding these topics should bedirected to the Assessor’s Office at 873-5026.

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Preparing to line up for theMemorial Day Parade in East Haddamare Rotary Club members (left to right):Charles Hnilicka, owner of the 1957Chevrolet Bel Aire Nomad station wagonin the picture; Carolyn Perkins, Rev. Ellen Park,Ken Klein, Rotary President, Holly Colemanand Roger Stube.

Shown marching in the parade are(left to right):

Deb Denette, Ken Klein andRoger Stube. Riding in the car are

Rev. Ellen Park, Carolyn Perkinsand Charles Hnilicka.

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and enjoy the work of many talented hands. Each year we get wellover 100 quilts and needlework items. Every year is different andexciting.

Our raffle quilt, “St. Augustine Star Medallion,” is machinepieced using the fussy cutting technique and is hand quilted using sin-gle, double, and triple quilting. It is a copy of a quilt on display at thePhiladelphia Art Museum.

This year we are delighted to have an exhibit by the “Quilts ofValor Foundation”. This group creates quilts to be presented towounded servicemen in area hospitals. We also have two prize-winning quilts on display from Fairfield Processing Company ofDanbury, Connecticut.

Vendors will be set up in separate rooms for people to purchasequilt and needle-arts-related items and exchange ideas.

Show times are from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday,October 11 and from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 12.Delicious homemade soups, chow-der, chili, and an assortment ofhomemade pies will be availableboth days.

We are always looking for morequilts and needle arts to display. Ifyou would like to participate or getmore information, please call BettyHaines at (860) 873-1985 or [email protected].

The First Church of Christ, Congregational, East Haddam isproud to present its 13th Annual Quilt and Needle Arts Show onOctober 11 and 12. This historic church in the Connecticut RiverValley is America’s oldest Federal Meetinghouse. It was built in 1794and designed by Lavius Filmore.

When decorated with vibrant quilts and needlework, it is trans-formed into a spectacular showcase and is an inspiration to those ofus who appreciate fine handwork. Quilts are draped over all pewsand hung from the balcony all around the sanctuary. People comefrom near and far to view and/or display their needle arts. Someitems are for sale and some for display purposes only. Come, share

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Historical SocietyThe Historical Society Museum is open until Columbus Day,

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August 13th at 5:30 p.m. is the potluck summer party, foodand friendship in abundance. September 10th at 7:30 p.m.,re-enactor Dan Kinley will portray his grandfather five generationsback, an East Haddam boy in the French and Indian War. October8th at 7:30 p.m., architect George Fellner presents a pictorialsurvey of town barns, his fifth annual program for the Society.Everyone is invited to all these events, which are held at our TownStreet museum. For further information, call 873-3944.

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friends! Classes are held at the Middle School at 7 p.m.; thecost is $10 per person.

Multi Sports CampExperience over fifteen different sports from around the

world with the U.S. Sports Institute. All activities will take placein an atmosphere that promotes good sportsmanship team-work, and most of all, fun. Campers will receive TechnicalInstruction in each sport, then experience the sport in a realis-tic game situation. Campers will receive a t-shirt and certifi-cate. This is the only summer camp truly dedicated to thesports-minded youngster. Location: Grange Hall. Dates: Aug 4-8. Ages: 5 to 14 year olds. Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (5-7 yearolds). 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (7-14 year olds). Cost: $140 (Half day),$160 (Full day).

Sport Squirts ProgramThe Sport Squirts program is a great way to introduce

children aged 3 to 5 to a variety of sports such as soccer, t-ball,basketball, and hockey, all taking place in a safe structuredenvironment to ensure learning. Activities are designed toevoke a child’s imagination in which they can Find Nemo,send Shrek into a spin, or capture Jellyfish with Sponge BobSquare Pants. All activities promote hand-eye coordination,movement and balance and most importantly Fun, Fun, Fun.Location: Grange Hall. Dates: Aug 4-8. Ages: 3 to 5 year olds.Time: 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Cost: $80.

Shake Your SoulExperience this creative and expressive movement to

target healthy mind-body communication. This is a fun,interpretive movement program with music thatenhances natural body rhythms and enables everyone of anyability to participate in an eclectic mix of movement styles leadby certified Kripalu Danskinetics instructor Laurel White.Where: Elementary School cafeteria. When: Wed., August 6-Oct. 8 from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Class size: 15 max. Cost: $12per class or $100 for 10 weeks.

Yoga for KidsSummer yoga for the kids! Open to kids in grades 1-8,

taught by Anne Keefe Forbotnick. Classes will be held at theGrange Hall, at the times listed below. Session #1:July 8, 15, 22 (Tuesdays). Session # 2: August 5, 12, 19(Tuesdays). 9 – 10 a. m. (1st, 2nd, 3rd grade) = Level 1. 10:15- 11:15 a.m. (4th and 5th grade) = Level 2. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30p.m. (6th, 7th, and 8th grade) = Level 2. *Level 1 will consist ofvarious yoga asanas, (postures) and yoga games. *Level 2 willbe more closely aligned to a traditional yoga class includingsun salutations, exploring a deepening of the yoga asanas andbreath work for relaxation. Cost: $35 per student.

Fishing TripsHave you ever wished you had a boat to try fishing? Now

is your chance! Bill Phaneuf Jr. will be offering fishing expedi-tions on Moodus Reservoir! Trips will be booked in two hourincrements, and can include a maximum of 2 adults, or 1 adultand possibly 2 children. Cost: $40.00 per person. All safetygear, fishing gear and a snack with drinks are included in theprice. When: Sunday, July 6th - 2 hour blocks starting at 12:00p.m. through 8:00 p.m. Monday, July 14th - all day starting

Registration ProceduresDo you want to register for a great program…or several?

You may use the registration form to register for any of our pro-grams except the following: Day Camp, Soccer, Basketball,Performing Arts, swimming lessons…these programs have aspecific registration form. In order to register, just mail in, ordrop off your completed form and the appropriate fee.

Forms are also available on the website:www.easthaddamparkandrec.com. The website also containsprogram information, up to date information, and details. Ifyou have a question, suggestion, or need further assistance,please feel free to contact Tiffany at the Rec. office at873-5058, or by email at [email protected].

TOWN BEACHThe Town Beach will be open 7 days a week, beginning

June 28th, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Please remember there are nogarbage receptacles; you must take out what you bring in.Also, there is no boat launching or docking at the Town Beach;please use the boat launch at the north end of the reservoir.Bathrooms are available during hours of operation. Lifeguardsare on duty when the park is open, but they are not babysit-ters - they are watching the water for the safety of theswimmers. Please consider this when allowing your olderchildren to go to the beach without adult supervision. Therecan be no ATV riding or bonfires at the beach, as both presenta hazard to the beach goers. The water is tested weekly by thesanitation department. The tests measure the level ofbacteria that may be dangerous to swimmers.

Swimming LessonsSwimming lessons will be taught at the Town Beach and

are available for children ages 3 and older. Lessons are heldon Mondays and Wednesdays. Please refer to the registrationform for specific lesson times and class levels. The cost is $40per child, per session. Registration is ongoing until the classesare full. East Haddam residents will be given first registrationopportunities.

Discount Park TicketsThe Recreation office is selling discounted park tickets this

summer! These prices cannot be beat! Just call or stop by topick up your tickets. These tickets will be available all summer,based on availability. Six Flags tickets are $26.75 each (gateprice is $49.99 each), Lake Compounce tickets are $24.80each (gate price is $33.95), and Quassie Amusement Parktickets are $13.95 each.

Community CPR ClassThis class will certify you in Adult, Infant, and Child CPR

through the American Heart Association. The cost is $20 perstudent, and a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 20 studentswill be accepted. A second class can be scheduled if enoughregistrations are received. The certification is valid for a two-year period. The class is a six-hour class (therefore, you mustattend both days). The class will be held on Tues. and Wed.,Aug. 5 and 6 from 7-10 p.m. at the Middle School.

Stamping ClassJoin us on the first Tuesday of each month to create a new

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at 6:00 a.m. continued on next pageElementary School and Middle School Day Camp

East Haddam Day Camp will be held this summer fromJune 30 - August 8. The Elementary School camp will be heldMonday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. After-Care hoursare available from 3 - 5 p.m. The camp attends a field tripevery Wednesday and is held at the Town Beach every Friday.This is open to East Haddam residents in grades 1 - 5. The costwill be $75 per week, per child. There will be a sibling dis-count of $10 per child, per week. Payment plans will beoffered. Middle School Day Camp will be held at the MiddleSchool from June 30 - August 7. Camp is offered to EastHaddam residents in grades 6 - 8, Monday through Thursday(there is no camp on Fri.). Camp will attend field trips everyWednesday. The cost is $65 per week, per child. There will bea sibling discount of $10 per child, per week. Payment planswill be offered.

YOGAA good yoga program helps to increase your resistance to

everyday stresses, improves the immune system, and developsself-confidence, poise and a more graceful, refined body. Yogaincreases strength, flexibility, range of motion and vitality. Thisis a comprehensive yoga class designed to suit the needs ofbeginner to moderate-level practitioners, and is intended togive you a total yoga experience by implementing those tech-niques and practices which exercise and tone the body, mindand spirit. Cost: $65.00 When: Wed., 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Sept.3 – Nov. 19, Nov. 26 – Feb.11, 2009 Where: Grange Hall.

American Red Cross Babysitting ClassBecome a safe, certified quality babysitter after taking this

important class. Participants will learn many skills and tech-niques to child care, a good place to start for youth who areinterested in babysitting. Taught by a certified American RedCross instructor. When: Aug. 4, 5, and 7 from 6:15 - 8:15 p.m.Where: Middle School. Who: Students must be aged 11before the class begins. Cost: $55 per student; a textbook isincluded. When I’m in Charge

A safety class for children ages 9-11 who may be homealone - teach kids the safe way! American Red Cross certifiedclass and instructor; children will be introduced to many top-ics that need to be discussed to teach kids how to be homealone - safely. When: Aug. 6th from 6:15-8:15 p.m. Where:Elementary School. Cost: $30 per participant.

Adult Co-Ed SoccerThis group combines a healthy amount of competition

with a great time! Open to all East Haddam residents, age 18and older. Indoor soccer is a fast-paced, rigorous game, andwe are always looking for new players to join us. This programwill continue year round, returning to outdoor soccer whenthe weather permits. When: Sun. and Wednesday nights from6-8 p.m. Ages 18 and older (Please join us at any time!)Where: Nichols Field. Cost: $10 per resident/$20 per non-resident.

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and purchase fine art, including paintings, photography,sculpture, jewelry, wood turning (carving), textile arts, hand-crafted soaps, and hand-crafted toys, to name a few. This willbe free to the community. If you are interested in applying asa vendor, or volunteering, please call Tiffany at the Recreationoffice at 873-5058.

Parent/Tot - Art in Motion ClassA traditional 2 and 3-year-old parent/tot art class with

songs and gross motor activities related to the theme of theday. Activities will be focused around a different theme eachweek and will include activities such as songs, dance/exercise,art projects, “finger plays,” etc. A minimum of 6 and a maxi-mum of 10 children will be accepted into this class, althoughif there are enough registrations, a second class can be sched-uled. Enroll early to ensure your spot! When: 9:30-10:30 a.m.Mondays, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20. Where: Grange Hall.Cost: $55 per child

Kids Art ClassesFor children ages 4 and up - Children will be introduced

to a variety of materials and art experiences. A different proj-ect will be taught each week. Parents should plan on stayingfor the class, but do not need to sit with child. A minimum of6 and a maximum of 10 children will be accepted into thisclass, although if there are enough registrations, a second classcan be scheduled. Enroll early to ensure your spot!

When: 11 a.m. -12 noon, Mondays, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29,10/6, 10/20. Where: Grange Hall. Cost: $55 per child.

Music on the RiverThis summer, East Haddam Park and Recreation will be

sponsoring “Music on the River”. Weekly concerts will be heldon the bank of the Connecticut River at the Goodspeed OperaHouse and the Gelston House. We are accepting donations tocover the costs of the bands that will be entertaining you thissummer, donations may be mailed to East Haddam Park andRec., P.O. Box K, East Haddam, CT 06423. Concerts will beginat 6:30 p.m. and will be held at the High School Auditoriumin case of inclement weather. More information can beobtained by calling the rec. office at 873-5058.July 14 - YarinaJuly 21- Basically BluesJuly 28 - The DramatixAugust 4 - The Frank Vignola QuartetAugust 11 - Northern LightsAugust 18 - Gunsmoke

This camp experience is for children 3½ - to enteringkindergarten. We will sing songs, explore nature, and createmasterpieces. We will have a story time, art time, and a snackbreak. We will explore INSECTS and CRITTERS. When:AUGUST 12-14, 9 a.m. – 12 noon Tues - Thurs. Join us forone day or all three. Where: Town Beach pavilion. Cost: 1 day$25, 2 days $45, or all 3 for $70.

Sports & Games Mini-campJoin us for a fun summer of sports and games. Learn new

sports and games, where they came from, and how to play;practice and participate in weekly tournaments!When: June 30-August 8, Mon.-Thurs. from 3 to 5:30 p.m.;Fridays from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Where: Middle School cafete-ria. Who: Youth entering grades 6-8 in the fall (do not have tobe registered in Middle School camp to attend). Cost: $50 perweek. What to bring: Snacks and plenty of drinks.

Swing Bridge Arts FestivalSponsored by East Haddam Parks and Recreation, the 1st

Annual Swing Bridge Arts Festival is well underway! We hopethat it will bring back the talent and excitement that the pastSwing Bridge Celebration of the Arts once offered. TheFestival will be held on Saturday, September 20 from 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. Vendors will need to submit applications and will gothrough a juried process. We expect this to be a wonderfulgathering of talented, spirited, and diverse artisans. Our goalis to provide a great family activity where families can browse

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August 8th, Fred Calabretta, Associate Curator ofCollections and Oral Historian at Mystic Seaport, author ofGuide to the Oral History Collections at Mystic SeaportMuseum.

He will share insights into the life of Captain GeorgeComer and the exhibit, which is on display at the SchaeferGallery at Mystic Seaport May 24, 2008 through April 2009.Captain Comer’s whaling voyages repeatedly took him to thewaters of western Hudson Bay in the Canadian Arctic. This

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On June 2nd, new hours went into effect at the TransferStation. With the implementation of these new operatinghours, the Saturday closing has been extended from 1:45 p.m.to 4:00 p.m. These new hours are for the convenience of themany people who requested increased weekend hours. Inorder to accommodate this change, closing hours during theoperating days of Monday, Wednesday and Friday will now beat 5:00 p.m. instead of the previous 5:45 p.m.

In announcing these hours, the Public Works Departmentis reminding residents of some of the recycling proceduresfollowed at the Transfer Station. Properly separated, nearly allwaste is accepted for disposal or recycling.

Recyclable items include the following categories:

NEWSPAPERThis can include nearly all clean paper products from the

home. In addition to newspaper, acceptable items alsoinclude magazines, junk mail (no plastic or “window”envelopes), cracker and cereal type boxes (no wax paperliners), stationery etc. Soiled paper or food wrappers shouldnot be included.

CORRUGATED CARDBOARDStaples and Styrofoam packing should be removed.

BOTTLES & CANSGlass and metal food containers.

PLASTICThis category includes clean plastic containers that have

contained food and beverages. Soap and detergent containerscan be included but motor oil and automotive productcontainers should not be included.

Separate drop-off locations are maintained for other recy-clable items including tires, metal, leaves, and brush.

Recycling is required by State Statute, but of equalimportance, recycling lowers the town’s overall cost of wastedisposal. Regular household garbage costs the townapproximately $67 per ton for disposal whereas recyclableitems actually provide the town with revenue of more than$32 per ton. Every 100 pounds of waste that is recycled savesthe town $5.00.

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Pace Car ProgramEast Haddam will be introducing a “Pace

Car” program to address speeding. Duringthe recent election campaign one

complaint was expressed over andover in many different ways. A major

concern for the citizens of East Haddam isspeeding. This was also the number-one

concern found by the Police Study Committee.Clearly people want something done.

Historically East Haddam has used two approaches toresolve this problem. First, the punitive approach using ticketsand warnings. This is an old standby and if strongly appliedwill work, at least while the effort continues. The dilemma isthat it is time-consuming and costly (both to drivers and thetown). We have also tried to be persuasive. Our bright red“Please Slow Down in Town” signs were, and remain, a usefulreminder. Here the dilemma is that they soon become lostand even when they remain in place soon lose much of theirimpact.

We recently became aware of a new and novel approachcalled the “Pace Car” program. This is another non-punitiveapproach. Participating drivers take a pledge to drive safelyand then receive a removable Pace Car Decal to display on theback of their car (window or trunk). They then set an exam-ple by driving safely and thoughtfully, while encouraging thosefollowing them to do likewise. The decal is less likely tobecome lost and the impact is immediate. Drivers following“Pace Cars” view the decal and experience the example. Thisprogram has been tried in many locations across the nationand is reported to have been well received and very effective.Frequent questions include:

Will my car make a difference?Yes, we only need a small percentage of vehicles acting as“Pace Cars” to start a positive cycle.

Does the “Pace Car” provoke rage?No. Many people who sign up are already often acting asunofficial “Pace Cars.” They report that incidents of road ragedecrease when they have the badge. Drivers following “PaceCars” better understand what is happening and appreciate themessage.

What happens if I accidentally speed?Take a breath and slow down. The pledge is not legally bind-ing and will not be considered if you happen to be stopped.Kicking the speeding habit can be difficult. Allow yourselfmore time to get where you’re going.

East Haddam is dedicated to creating a safe environmentfor everyone - drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. We alreadyhave several punitive (tickets and warnings) enforcementprograms, these will continue, our red “Please Slow Down InTown” signs are still available and this summer we will beinitiating the “Pace Car” program. For further information orto sign up, you can contact the Selectmen’s Office or the TownClerk.

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formerly of East Haddam, and at present aresident of Hartford; the “F.C. Fowler, namedfor Frank C. Fowler, who was representativein the General Assembly of 1897, and the“General Spencer,” named for the famoussoldier and man of affairs whose monumentoverlooks the Nathan Hale Schoolhouse. Mr.Goodspeed conceived the idea of the GeneralSpencer, which he himself built in 1904, hiringMr. Clark to run her. The owners of the“General Spencer” after Mr. Goodspeed wereBrook and Olmstead, and it is now owned byMr. Loren Brooks and Mrs. Mary B. Olmsteadwho are putting it in shape to sell, now thatthe bridge will soon put the ferry out ofcommission and the boat will be no longerneeded there.

While the old inhabitants naturally regretto lose an old landmark like this, they are ofcourse glad to advance another step in theevolution of the crossing, and welcome thenew bridge which the common welfaredemands.

From the Official Program of the FormalOpening of the East Haddam Swing Bridge (June1913) - Flag Day.

Now that the bridge has come to give acontinuous service unaffected by weather,storm, and ice, the ferry boat will be discon-tinued. This ferry has been in existence since1694, when John Chapman, who had settledin Creek Row twenty years before, establishedthis, the second ferry across the Connecticutin Middlesex County. This and the SaybrookFerry were the only two crossings over theriver for eighty-nine years after the first settle-ment.

As there were no bridges over theConnecticut River until after the Revolution,the ferry was an important institution in theadvancing of settlements. The evolution ofthe ferry, too is interesting; first the canoe,then the raft, the chain or sail scow, the horseferry and finally the steam ferry, one of thebest examples of which is to be seen at EastHaddam, paralleling the new bridge. Thesteam ferry-boat was first introduced at aboutthe time the Valley Road was built in 1871,and there have been four steam boats in theintervening years. These were: The “W.H.Goodspeed”, named for the man who morethan any other helped develop the landing;the “W.R. Goodspeed,” named for his son,

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Special Events at the Senior Center:• August 6 at 1:00 p.m. – “Annual Ice Cream Social” with thechildren who have attended reading camp at the libraries.

• August 11 at noon - Potluck BBQ• September 8 - meeting• October 13 - meeting• October 25 - “Make a Difference” campaign starts

East Haddam Senior Services will be coordinating the 2ndannual Make a Difference Campaign starting October 25th atthe senior center. We will be having a tag and bake sale. Thisyear the proceeds will benefit the local Fuel Bank. We are urg-ing all the churches, civic organizations, schools, and businessesto become involved. There will be canisters at local businessesbetween Halloween and Thanksgiving for donations. The nextmeeting of the Make a Difference Committee will be on August18th at 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Anyone with an idea toraise money for the fuel bank is welcome to attend.

Residents fifty and older are invited to come in at any timeto participate in any program. We now have the Wii games andyou are invited to try your hand at bowling, baseball, golf ortennis at any time.

Work at CenterYou may have noticed that work is being done at the Senior

Center. The horseshoe pits are in and the island in the middleof the parking lot has been reseeded. Many thanks go to thelocal high school agriculture class for coming each spring and fallto do the work necessary to keep the plantings looking sogood. We extend our thanks to the people who come to our

fund-raisers; the girl scouts for planting the daffodils, and thelocal merchants who give us discounts on the dirt, mulch, fertil-izer, straw and seed to complete the project. Special thankshave to go to the members of the Senior Club for their endlesswork to raise the money needed for each of these projects.

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• Encourage economic development that is consistentwith environmental concerns and the town’s ruralcharacter, including an emphasis on eco-tourism andinvestigating programs and incentives for sustainable,“green” business and local agriculture.

• Improve communication concerning environmentalissues and environmental activities by upgrading thetown’s website to provide links to East Haddamenvironmental organizations, involving young people and

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On May 10, the East Haddam Democratic TownCommittee sponsored a nonpartisan environmentalroundtable attended by some fifty townspeople repre-senting fourteen of the various East Haddam organizationsconcerned with protecting the environment and preserv-ing East Haddam’s rural character. Among the organiza-tions represented were the East Haddam Land Trust, theEarth Charter, SOLAR, Eightmile River Wild & ScenicCoordinating Committee, the Lakes Association, GardenClub, Moodus Sportsmen’s Club, East Haddam Fish &Game Club, and the town boards and commissions con-cerned with land use and the environment (InlandWetlands, Planning and Zoning, ConservationCommission, Open Space Committee, Board ofSelectmen, Water Pollution Control Authority, GreenCommittee, Historic District Commission, and theConnecticut River Gateway Commission).

The participants had the opportunity to:• Reflect on and celebrate the many things they have

already accomplished, including the permanent preserva-tion of 4,500 acres of East Haddam open space; achieve-ment of federal Wild & Scenic status for the EightmileRiver watershed, and the recently signed ten-towncompact to protect the Salmon River.

• Share information about their current goals andprojects. These include a vigorous effort to identify andpreserve key parcels of open space, protect the environ-mental quality of the town’s lakes, and identify andimplement “green” practices for all the town’s municipalactivities.

• Identify, prioritize, and discuss environmentalchallenges and opportunities facing East Haddam.

As top priority issues, the attendees identified:• Continue aggressive acquisition of open space,

taking advantage of current market conditions and utiliz-ing creative public/private funding sources.

• Promote local agriculture as an economic activity, away of preserving rural character and ensuring a safe,secure local food supply.

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The participants agreed to determine within theirindividual organizations how they each might contributeto making progress on these priority issues and toreconvene in the fall to discuss specific action steps. It wasalso suggested that experts on such topics as localagriculture, affordable housing, and responsible smartgrowth would be invited to speak at future roundtables.

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We’ll help you find some walletfriendly games to enjoy. It must be said that the text that followsis about rather violent games, so here is a quick breakdown ofseveral not-so-blood-thirsty titles. Like collecting random stuff?“Katamari Damacy” may be the game for you, it’s beautiful,whimsical and loads of fun (easy too). Want to beat up yourfriends? Maybe “Soul Caliber 2” or “Tekken 3” are more yourspeed. Like to drive around and crash into things without thesomewhat scummines that is “Grand Theft Auto”? With “Ico”,You hit ghosts with sticks and rescue a princess that you can’tunderstand in an ultimately stunning game. Finally, if you likegardens and can handle the constant growth and upkeep youmight enjoy “Viva Pinata.” You start a garden and dependingon what you plant little animals may elect to live there, and youcan name them! (I had a worm named Terry). Best of all, eachof the aforementioned games are either rated E for everyone orT for teen. Devil May Cry, PS2 – Rated M Meet Dante. He’s gotwhite hair, a big red coat…. Oh, and a massive sword withwhich to slice up demons and general baddies. Also meetDante’s guns, Ebony and Ivory; they also seem to get the jobdone with a quickness known only to video-game personali-ties. Dante is the spawn of a giant devil god called Sparta anda demure mortal woman. Due to his lineage, Dante has a“devil trigger”; when activated, he is able to squash thevilest of enemies instantly, all the while kind of glowing andwhite-eyed (not to mention obscenely powerful). This is notto say that Dante lacks style when not under the influenceof the “devil trigger”; quite the contrary. He smashesthrough foes with finesse and grace while constantly spout-ing slightly smug hackneyed one-liners. Puzzles are some-thing that can be solved by whacking them with a sworduntil they change color, or collecting orbs. Lots of orbs. Theyact as currency for purchasing upgrades and are gained bykilling devils (hence the title). The better your combos, themore orbs you get, so hammer away until the bad things goaway or explode into a myriad of red and green bouncingorbs. While you hack and slash your way through the thickwalls of evil you are also graded by Capcom®; dependingon the stylish viciousness of your strike you may get an A forawesome, but you also may get a D for dull. So strap onyour giant devil sword that no human could lift and aim forthat super-sick stylish grade. Also, don’t fret when you’vefinished “Devil May Cry”; there are three more where thatcame from (in 3 you meet Dante’s remarkably similar-look-ing brother Virgil, bringing new meaning to the term siblingrivalry). They’ve just released 4, but you can buy 1-3 used,believe me it is worth it! Would I lie?

Metal Gear Solid, PS2 – Rated M This is going to be hard.“Metal Gear Solid” is easily my personal favorite game of alltime. The storyline is epic and twisting, the game play tenseand action packed. If it were up to me, the government wouldmake it a legal requirement to own the first one. The core focusof the game play is stealth. It requires patience and vigilance.But it has just the right dose of action to make it incredible.You’re not penalized for being spotted by one of the guards,but it will make your progress a little more difficult. The protag-onist in the first game (originally released on the PS1, but isbeing reissued in an essentials collection this spring) is SolidSnake, who is brought out of retirement to infiltrate an enemystronghold, sneak around, investigate, rescue the girl (ofcourse), rescue the weird scientist guy, fight with a cyborg ninjaand finally, do battle with your genetically engineered clone ontop of a bipedal nuclear battle tank that you had previouslydestroyed. Fantastic.

The second instalment of the series is not as good as the first.But this does not make for a bad game, far from it. You start offas Snake, but the characters change after about thirty minutesand you end up as Raiden. Raiden whines; a lot, he complainsabout EVERYTHING. The third and latest installment is acomplete shift from 2. This one is simply amazing. Set duringthe middle of the Cold War, you play Snake again, but you areactually his father and you are again required to stop anotherterrorist campaign of world domination. This time in Russianjungles. All of these games are part of one gigantic andenthralling story line that is being concluded in the fourth iter-ation due out this summer. You can buy them all used and arepretty much required to do so. Do yourself a favor and playthem. - Tom & Liz Pester

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Saturday, September 20th, 20084 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Silent & Live AuctionsKids’ Raffle & ActivitiesLive EntertainmentFood & Refreshments

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!Through the kindness and generosity of

individual donors, sponsors and local businesses,Ray of Light continues to be a presence in thecommunity.

Our upcoming annual fundraiser is one of themost important means of raising monies to supportfarm animals and community programs.

Please contact the farm if you are able todonate items for this event, such as:

Monetary Donations (in any amount)

Entertainment (theatre tickets,dinner gift certificates, etc.)

Health & Beauty (Spa items &gift certificates, etc.)

Gift Baskets - Food, Wine, Coffee - any theme!

Contact us: 232 Town Street, East Haddam, CT860.873.1895 www.rayoflightfarm.org

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DAILY DELIVERY TO MIDDLESEX & HARTFORD COUNTIES

Conveniently located in Higganum Center

MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

P.O. Box 154, 310 Saybrook Rd.Higganum, CT 06441

860.345.3658

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Documents

INTHISISSUE: HistoryoftheFerry “TopDogs” AnnualQuiltShow ... · Volume 1 Number 3•Summer 2008 INTHISISSUE: HistoryoftheFerry “TopDogs” AnnualQuiltShow PaceCarProgram...andmuchmore!