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Driving at the 4H FairTwo-year-old Sophie, who was in town visiting relatives in Somers, had a good timeaboard an antique tractor at the 4H Fair in Somers. Tractors and other equipmentwere put on display by the Scantic Valley Antique Engine Club. More photos, page 35.

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Back toSchool 2012

By Linda Tishler LevinsonAs students return for the new school

year, districts across the state will beginusing the new student assessment andaccountability model recently adopted bythe state legislature.

With a waiver from the federal NoChild Left Behind act in hand, school sys-tems are no longer worried about the fed-eral adequate yearly progress measure-ment. Instead, they will face a new set ofstandards adopted at the state level.

Students throughout North CentralConnecticut will also return to a numberof new teachers and other staff members.

SomersIn Somers, the district has a new direc-

tor of pupil services, Denise Messina, saidSuperintendent of Schools MaynardSuffredini Jr.

The school system also will be follow-ing through with the state’s new anti-bul-lying laws. Training for staff and commu-nication with staff and parents will be partof that effort.

About 300 Somers students will beusing new technology to aid their studentsas the school system rolls out its iPad proj-ect, Suffredini said. Students at variouslevels and classes will be issued the tabletcomputers.

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“That is a major step for our technologyinitiative in the district,” he said.

Students return to school on Aug. 30.East WindsorWhen East Windsor students return to

school, they will find 21 new teachers and10 non-certified staff members in the dis-trict, Superintendent of Schools TheresaKane said. The positions were due tovacancies, not newly created positions.

Students in pre-kindergarten andGrades 1-9 return on Aug. 29, while stu-dents in Grades 10-12 return Aug. 30.Kindergartners will return Sept. 6, but willmeet with their teachers for screening dur-ing that first week of school for other stu-dents.

“We’re very excited for the changes inthe district,” said Kane, referring to thetest scores town students received from theConnecticut Mastery Test. “We’re veryexcited to see that our turnaround effortshad some effect on scores.”

StaffordStafford students will also see a number

of new staff members when they return toschool Aug. 30.

“We’ve recruited many talented staff,”Superintendent of Schools Patricia Collinsaid. They include Peggy Falcetti, the prin-cipal at Staffordville School, and JerryDomanica, the school system’s new busi-ness manager.

The district also has implanted PowerSchool, a comprehensive student informa-tion system. It allows students and parentsto find out a great deal of informationabout students’ progress online.

Working jointly with the town, Collinsaid the schools have implemented theEverbridge Mass Notification System,which allows parents, staff and nonresi-dent school employees to opt in to receivemessages and emergency school notifica-

tions, as well as Parks and Recreation andPublic Works department notificationsthrough a variety of methods. Theseinclude phone calls, emails and text mes-sages.

EllingtonAs Ellington students return to school

Aug. 29, Ellington High School is in themidst of its 10-year accreditation processby the New England Association ofSchools and Colleges. Superintendent ofSchools Stephen Cullinan said that accred-itation is a two-year process, which beganwith an 18-month self-study. An evalua-tion committee from NEASC will be visit-ing the high school Sept. 23 to 26.

The high school has introduced fournew Advanced Placement courses, includ-ing psychology, environmental science,studio art and music theory, Cullinan said.

The schools will have 18 new certifiedstaff members to replace teachers whohave retired or gone on to other positions,although there continue to be more stu-dents in the system, he said.

“Enrollment just keeps going up,”Cullinan said.

EnfieldEnfield students will return to school

Sept. 4 to find a new superintendent of

schools, Jeffrey Schumann.“I am privileged to have the opportuni-

ty to serve the children and families ofEnfield as part of a team of talented anddedicated teachers, administrators, andsupport staff. As I begin my tenure asSuperintendent of Enfield Public Schools,the Leadership Cabinet and I have estab-lished an entry plan to ensure a smoothtransition and to guide our work as webuild on the long-standing excellence ofour school system. Our desire is to listenand learn from the community at a varietyof events over the next several months,”Schumann wrote in a message on the dis-trict’s website.

According to the website, “The entrywork will extend throughout the remainderof 2012 and into early 2013 and willencompass a multipronged approachincluding individual and group meetings,public events, and numerous opportunitiesfor Dr. Schumann to learn from key stake-holders and citizens. The entry plan pro-vides the structure to support Dr.Schumann’s transition as superintendentas he listens to students, staff, families andcommunity stakeholders about their obser-vations of and aspirations for the EnfieldPublic Schools.”

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By Linda Tishler LevinsonEAST WINDSOR — Town public works employees,

along with members of the police union, the first select-man and the unaffiliated town employees are receivingsalary hikes.

The Board of Selectmen voted at a special meeting July31 to approve the raises for the public works, police and

the first selectmen. The raises for the unaffiliated employ-ees were approved at the Aug. 7 selectmen’s meeting.

The public works employees will receive 2 percentraises, retroactive to July 1, 2011; 2 percent raises retroac-tive to July 1, 2012; and 2.25 percent raises in July 2013.

Members of the police union will receive 2 percentraises, retroactive to Jan. 1; 2 percent raises, retroactive to

July 1; and 2.25 percent raises in July 2013.The first selectman will receive a 2 percent raise.The unaffiliated employees — Robin Newton, assistant

town planner; Catherine Cabral, town treasurer; andBecky MacDonald, assistant to the first selectman — willreceive 2 percent raises.

Town Employees Will Receive 2 Percent Salary Increases

Ongoing Book Sale Marks First Year AnniversaryEAST WINDSOR - The Library

Association of Warehouse Point is pleasedto announce the one-year anniversary ofthe ongoing book sale. Through generousdonations and purchases the associationhas been able to procure several newmuseum passes, magazines, and pro-grams.

The book sale is open to the public dur-ing library hours. All proceeds will beused toward new library materials. TheFriends of the Library is looking for vol-unteers to help with this ongoing effort.

The association is also in need of books,DVDs, VHS tapes, etc., for the ongoingbook sale. Donations can be dropped offat the library, 107 Main St, East Windsor,during library hours.

If you are interested in volunteering,you can email the friends [email protected] visit the new “Friends of theLibrary” tab at www.warehousepointli

brary.info. You can download forms tobecome a member, buy a brick, and viewthe current museum brochure.

For questions, call the library at 860-623-5482.

Opera House Players Present ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’

EAST WINDSOR – “The Mystery ofEdwin Drood,” a solve-it-yourself musicalmystery, will be at the Broad Brook OperaHouse, 107 Main St., Broad Brook.Performance times are Friday andSaturday at 8 p.m. with a Sunday matineeat 2 p.m. from Sept. 7 to Sept. 23.

Tickets can be purchased online atwww.operahouseplayers.org or by calling

860-292-6068. The Opera House Playersare a non-profit community theatre groupthat presents four musicals each year.

Along with “Edwin Drood,” upcomingmusicals include “You Are a Good ManCharlie Brown,” “Hairspray” and “NextTo Normal.” Season ticket packages areavailable by calling 860-292-6068.

Tour de East Windsor Registration OpenEAST WINDSOR - “The Tour de East

Windsor,” a bike ride for sight, presentedby the East Windsor Lions Club and NewEngland Bank to benefit the SavingEyesight work of Lions International, willbe held Sept. 30.

Complete details of this event can befound on the website atwww.eastwindsorchamber.com underpress releases, or for a brochure visitwww.eastwindsorct.lionwap.org.

Registration fee is $20.

Shred Event/Book,Bake, Mum Sale

VERNON - The First CongregationalChurch of Vernon will be holding its sec-ond annual Shred Event on Saturday, Sept.15. If you are an individual or businesswith a need for document shredding, youmay bring your documents and watchthem be securely destroyed. For $10 abox, the size of a case of paper, the churchwill unload your vehicle and dispose ofyour personal or business information.Shredding will be available from 9 a.m. tonoon.

On the same day, the church will beholding a book sale, bake sale and mumsale from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.


EAST WINDSOR - The East WindsorChamber of Commerce Board of Directorsfinalized its five-year plan to assist in theeconomic growth of its members, theTown of East Windsor and the region.

East Windsor Chamber of CommercePresident Paul Delskey said, “As EastWindsor grows and the economic environ-ment changes, the East Windsor Chamberof Commerce is here to help make EastWindsor ‘Where the Sun Rises’ onBusiness & Community.”

Charter East Windsor Chamber ofCommerce President and now itsExecutive Director James “Jimbo”Richards proclaimed, “This five-year planis exactly what was envisioned 17 yearsago when the (chamber) was formed out ofthe East Windsor Business Association. Iknow that those that led us then would beecstatic with our continued growth and thepositive impact this (plan) will have on theentire community.”

5 Year Plan East Windsor Chamber of Commerce

The following is the chamber’s plan: Vision: To be the local premiere busi-

ness and community service organizationin East Windsor and its region with a strongleadership position in the community.

Mission: To deliver continuous valueadded service to our members and thecommunity by stimulating a business envi-ronment and quality of life where existing

businesses will have an opportunity togrow and new businesses will want tolocate here.

5 Strategic Plans of Action Community Growth Member Services Economic Development Communications Operations

Core Values Customer Focus/ Satisfaction Value Added Philosophy Leadership in Chamber & Community Quality of Life

Stakeholders Members and Their Workforce Regional and State Level Partners Local Government Community

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Community Growth 1) Introduce Physical and Personal

Chamber Presence in the Community 2) Identify and Promote Commercial

Development 3) Explore ways to prepare leaders for

EWCC Boards and Public office.Encourage their participation in the gov-ernment process

Member Services1) Define Chamber’s Role as Being

Involved a) Define Chambers Stance on Business

Issues b) Identify New Business Issues and

Communicate to Members c) Conduct Regular Surveys of

Membership on Issues about Business orGovernment

2) Provide Educational Opportunities 3) Evaluate and Develop Value Added

Services 4) Establish Additional Vehicles for

Business Generation Economic Development

1) Identify inventory of available com-mercial real estate and shovel-ready sitesfor promotion to relevant decision makers.

2) Support ideas/activities that encour-age commercial development

3) Create a committee/liasion between

chamber and EDC 4) Identify Business Owners and Their

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EAST WINDSOR – The threeprobate judges who kept theGreater Windsor probate, whichincludes East Windsor, operatingafter the death of Probate JudgeBrian Griffin were praised forkeeping the court running for thelast six months.

Probate Judge Claire C.Twerdy of the Tolland-Mansfieldcourt oversaw administrativematters at the court in SouthWindsor while judges Timothy R.Keeney of the North CentralConnecticut court and O. JamesPurnell III of Ellington courthave conducted hearings and handled thepending cases.

From March through mid-August, thecourt processed more than 550 matters inEast Windsor, South Windsor and Windsor,including probating wills and administer-ing estates, appointing conservators andguardians and granting adoptions.

Probate Court Administrator Paul J.Knierim thanked the judges for their serv-ices. “The willingness of these judges totake on additional responsibilities for nocompensation speaks volumes about theirdedication to public service. Thanks tothem, the Greater Windsor court has beenable to process its cases without interrup-

tion,” he said.The judges said they appreciated the

opportunity to serve and the exposure tonew challenges. Judge Keeney, noting thathis mentor during his early days on thebench was Judge Griffin, said, “It was aspecial honor for me to step in and help outin a court that needed assistance.Professionally, the assignment broadenedmy experience because it allowed me towork with a more diverse population withmost interesting and unique issues.”

“It was a tremendous opportunity tocover the court and help it move forward,”said Judge Purnell. “It shows the amountof support we have within the Probate

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Fourth Annual Taste ofEast Windsor andFamily Fun Day

EAST WINDSOR - The Fourth annualTaste of East Windsor and Family FunDay combines great taste offerings fromlocal restaurants as well as booths withlocal businesses, community groups andcrafters like Belvedere Deli, JimmyChen’s Asian Cuisine, Main Street Grille,Riverview Restaurant, Geissler’sSupermarket, Jake’s Wayback Burgers,East Windsor Lions Club, E.W. AmericanHeritage River Commission, Party Lite,East Windsor Boy, Girl & Cub Scouts,East Windsor Police K-9 Unit with Sgt.McNiece, Friends of Warehouse PointLibrary, live musical entertainment, funfor the kids (including a bounce house)family game day, saw mill demo, free hayrides and more.

All events take place at the EastWindsor Scout Hall Youth Center, 28Abbe Road, East Windsor, from 2 p.m.-6p.m. Admission is free. This year’s themeis apples.

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By Linda Tishler LevinsonELLINGTON — Smoking would be banned on town

athletic fields under a proposal the Board of Selectmendiscussed at its Aug. 20 meeting.

The board’s Ordinance Committee has been workingon a proposal for the ban and has asked town counsel tolook at its draft ordinance, First Selectman MauriceBlanchette said.

If the proposed ordinance passes legal muster and isadopted, it would ban smoking on athletic fields andestablish the boundaries for that ban.

New ambulanceThe Ellington Volunteer Ambulance Corps is closer to

having some new equipment. The selectmen moved tosupport the purchase of a new ambulance costing up to

$200,000 at their Aug. 20 meeting, Blanchette said. Theproposal next goes before the Board of Finance and willrequire town meeting approval.

Architect for school plansThe selectmen considered the selection of an architect

for Crystal Lake and Windermere elementary schools ren-ovation projects. The Permanent Building Committee hadawarded the contract to Moser Pilon Nelson Architects,but concerns were raised in July that its bid was $600,000higher than that of Silver/Petrucelli & Associates.

In what Blanchette described as “a lively discussion,”the selectmen considered whether to ask the buildingcommittee to reconsider their decision.

The matter was scheduled to be discussed further at theboard’s Aug. 28 meeting, after the North Central News

went to press.New Assessor

At the July 16 meeting, the Board of Selectmenappointed Cynthia Roman as Assessor for the Town ofEllington, effective August 27.

Roman, according to an announcement from the select-men, “is a highly qualified individual with many years ofexperience in the Assessment and Appraisal, whichincludes working as assistant assessor for the Town ofCoventry and the Town of Manchester.”

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‘Letters from Nancy to Her Dear Mother’ - A Tale of Valor and FaithBy Ellen Karadimas

ELLINGTON - Confucius once said,“Wherever you go, go with all your heart”and heart is certainly what a young NancyAnn Sikes Porter, of Somers displayedwhen she set sail with her new husband,the Reverend Rollin Porter, to do mission-ary work in Gaboon (Gabon), West Africain 1851.

Leaving safe shores and the supportivecircle of family and friends, the great-auntof Ellington’s well-known NellieMcKnight embarked on an adventure that

was rooted in her deep faith and strength-ened by her exemplary courage. Thatadventure, from 1851-1852, had beenjournalized via letters home; and recentlytranscribed (with some assistance) byEllington’s renowned nanogentarian,Mildred Arens Dimock, into a book enti-tled “Letters from Nancy to Her DearMother – A Missionary Tale in the 1850s.”

The letters, 150 years old, had beenfound by Lynn Fahy, volunteer archivistfor the Nellie McKnight Museum, whopresented copies to the Ellington

Congregational Church, of which Dimockis a member. The correspondence, pub-lished as closely to the original letters byNancy Sikes Porter as possible, tells a taleof homesickness, seasickness, sea-faringtornadoes, bouts of “the African fever,”and run-ins with snakes, scorpions, cock-roaches, and unusual creatures in bothhuman and animal form. But never oncewas she weakened by doubt or lack of per-severance in what she and her husband hadset out to do.

Of her arrival in Africa, Nancy wrote: “I

cannot describe my feelings when I firstplaced my feet upon the shores of Africa—the land to which I had so often looked asthe place of my future home—the landwhich I had longed to look upon—inwhich I hoped to spend my days, amongwhose people I was to live, and hoped todie, and be buried. This was indeed theland, and these the people. My heart wasfilled with love for them, and I was grate-ful, I am sure I was, that I had been

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ELLINGTON - With the grant from theInstitute of Museum and Library Sciencesfirmly in hand, the Hall Memorial Library,93 Main St., has announced a full slate ofprogramming for September.

• The fun begins on Thursday, Sept. 6,at 6:30 p.m., with the first of a three-ses-sion class in Watercolor Painting, taughtby Chris Gann, Rhode Island School ofDesign graduate and Old Lyme AcademyCollege of Fine Arts instructor. Class 1

will focus on an introduction to drawing;class 2, on Thursday, Sept. 13, will coverproportional relationships and the use ofnegative space; and class 3, on Thursday,Sept. 20, will include a review of colortheory and a class critique. A materials listwill be provided upon registration. Classsize is limited, so sign up now.

• On Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 6:30 p.m. takea Zumba Gold class taught by the library’sown certified Zumba Gold instructor, Debi

C. The movements and pace of this fundance-fitness class are modified to suit theneeds of the active older participant, aswell as those just starting their journey to afit and healthy lifestyle; all fueled by zestyLatin music. Take advantage of the chanceto try out this activity in a small, supportiveenvironment. Class size is limited, soreserve your spot now.

• On Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 6:30 p.m., thelibrary welcomes back Susan J. Jerome,manager of the University of RhodeIsland’s Historic Textile Collection withher program “Let’s Talk about Samplers.”Explore the ways in which samplers are apart of American culture and folklore,

learn about the history of sampler makingin this country, and discover how to pre-serve your textiles for future generations.Participants are encouraged to bring onesampler to discuss.

• Financial Advisor and CollegeFunding Specialist Craig Breitsprecherwill present “How to Pay for College” onWednesday, Sept. 19, at 6:30 p.m.Breitsprecher will discuss college fundingoptions and strategies, including the differ-ences among grants, loans, and scholar-ships, in order to helpparents better understand their choices.


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What do these all have in common?They’re just a few of the many great newprograms and resources that will be avail-able at the Hall Memorial Library, 93Main St., Ellington, beginning inSeptember, through a generous grantreceived from the Federal Library Servicesand Technology Act Grant.

The library has received a grant of$27,154 for a new initiative entitled HallHappenings 55+, under the category ofServices to Older Adults.

“Through surveys and informal discus-sions with our patrons, we have pinpointed

several areas of interest to this age group,including local history, genealogy, healthand wellness, sustainable living, travel,technology, and entertainment optionsavailable close to home. With the grantfunds, we will be able to greatly expandour program offerings, bringing in speak-ers and presentations that focus on the top-ics in which the local community hasexpressed an interest,” the library said in apress release.

It also added, “One of the most excitingcomponents will be a new coffeehouseseries, featuring live musical performancesof all genres, taking place on the fourthFriday of every month. Lara Herscovitch,Connecticut State Troubadour of 2009 and2010, will inaugurate the series on Sept. 28with her original blend of acoustic folk

music with its pop, jazz, and blues influ-ences. We will also continue to show cur-rent popular films every other week, onboth Friday afternoons and one evening aweek for those who can’t attend a daytimeshowing.”

The library also said, “Knowing thatmany of our older residents are uncomfort-able driving at night, we are also verypleased that, through an arrangement withthe Ellington Department of HumanServices, we will be able to provide freetransportation to library programs that arescheduled in the evening. Details on sign-ing up for this great new service will beavailable at the library in earlySeptember.”

Last but not least, the grant will providefunding for new databases, including

Consumer Reports Online, Consumer CarsBest Deals, and Universal Class. Thesedatabases will be implemented throughoutthe year and the library will hold classes aseach is installed. Technology classes willalso be taught throughout the year, withclasses planned on Pinterest, Facebook,and other applications.

As always, all library programs are freeof charge, and although the grant is aimedat “Older Adults,” no one is ever turnedaway.

Please check the library website athttp://library.ellington-ct.gov or call thelibrary at 860-870-3160 for upcoming pro-grams, as all events, with the exception ofour films, do require pre-registrationonline. Many programs have limitedspace, so please be sure to sign up early.

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ELLINGTON/page 11


brought to them.” Her concern and love for these native

people deepened as she saw the conditionsthey lived under, became aware of theinept quality (or lack of) of some of themissionaries sent there, and recognized theAfricans’ fear of ever being cast into slav-ery again (“Their feelings towards slave-holders and all friends of slaveholders aremost bitter.”).

Nancy also recognized their potential,writing: “If one of these children could beplaced in a school in America or a few ofthem, I have no doubt they would makerapid progress in their studies, and soonlearn the ways, and habits of Americanpeople, because there they would learn ofothers, and imitate others; here they have

no one of whom they can learn, and thereare none for them to imitate………Howare they to be elevated to the standing ofpeople in America?…….What is to bedone?”

The book of letters, all 140 pages,shows a woman of enormous grace anddedication in performing the tasks herunshakable faith had sent her to do. In theend, Africa would claim Nancy Ann Sikes,her husband the Reverend Rollin Porter,and their infant daughter. They wouldnever see their family or Somers again.

In one of her last letters to her mother,Nancy wrote: “Here we feel that it is notby ‘might nor by power but by God’sSpirit’ that the work is to be accomplished,and we can do nothing but lay ourselveswith all of our rare talents and high attain-ments upon the altar of sacrifice and beg

God to use us as instruments in carryingforward His Glorious work. I ask nogreater privilege than this.”

Through her letters, Nancy Sikes Porter,in her 20s, exemplifies what valor is like inthe face of adversity and, 160 years later,Mildred Arens Dimock, in her 90s, andwhose name is inscribed on Ellington’s“Wall of Honor,” further inspires us by herdedication in transcribing those letters,“So history can live on,” as Dimock hasstated.

It is said, “You can’t do anything aboutthe length of your life, but you can dosomething about its width and depth.”Both women’s contributions have been aswide and deep as the sea that Nancy SikesPorter crossed in 1851.

Copies of “Letters from Nancy to HerDear Mother” ($10) can by obtained atHall Memorial Library in Ellington, or bycontacting the Ellington Historical Societyor Ellington Congregational Church.


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ELLINGTON - The Pencil Art Class ofthe Ellington Senior Center has eightpaintings that have been selected to beshown in the 2012 Connecticut SeniorJuried Art Show in Pomperaug Woods,Southbury.

In its fifth year of operation, thePomperaug Woods Art Show is a represen-tation of paintings from seniors throughoutConnecticut showing the artistic qualitiesthat people possess within this stage oftheir lives.

Mary Wolff, instructor of the Pencil ArtClass, brings to the Ellington SeniorCenter a wealth of experience as she con-

tinues to inspire her students. Thisincludes a commissioned painting of awell-known Connecticut probate courtjudge. The award ceremony of the artshow will be conducted on Friday, Sept.21.

The exhibit of the Juried Art Show isopen to the public on Saturday-Sunday,Sept. 22-23.

Pencil Art class meets at the EllingtonSenior Center Tuesdays at 9:15 a.m.

Ellington Chess Mates, a group of sen-ior citizens who get together weekly toplay chess, celebrated its first anniversaryon June 6. To mark the first anniversary,

the group donned new navy blue poloshirts with a gold emblem of a knightchess piece surrounded by “EllingtonChess Mates.”

This program is coordinated by AlexCardoni, a retired UConn professor andEllington resident. Cardoni has been play-ing chess since he was 14 and has a lovefor the game that he wants to share withothers.

The senior center congratulates theEllington Chess Mates for being recog-nized in the August edition of “Chess

Life,” a national magazine publication. In a letter to the editor, Mr. Cardoni

states, “We meet weekly for two hours toexercise our brains over the chessboard.Novices to the game have learned how toplay while chess ‘veterans’ have recon-nected with the game after many years ofdormancy. We are doing something goodfor our brains, meeting new friends, andhaving a good time.”

Chess Mates meets at the HallMemorial Library Mondays from 11 a.m.to 1 p.m.


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• On Thursday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m., theEllington Historical Society will hold itsmonthly meeting with speaker RuthShapleigh Brown, founder and executivedirector of the CT Gravestone Network,with her program, “Hartford’s OldBurying Grounds.” Brown will entertain

the audience with tales and mysteries sur-rounding the three oldest burying groundsin Hartford. Both the speaker and themeeting are open to the public. All arewelcome and encouraged to attend.

• On Friday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m., join thelibrary for the first installment of its newmonthly coffeehouse series, as it presentsmusician Lara Herscovitch. Described as“pure musical poetry,” her music is anoriginal blend of acoustic/folk with blues,jazz, and pop influences.

As the State Troubadour in 2009 and

2010, Herscovitch is the perfect performerto inaugurate the foray into the presenta-tion of live musical performances.

All of the programs listed above are freeand open to the public, but pre-registrationis required. Please register online athttp://library.ellington-ct.gov or call thelibrary at 860-870-3160 for assistance.

The movies for the month will be“Salmon Fishing in the Yemen,” Friday,Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 12,at 6:30 p.m., and “The Best ExoticMarigold Hotel” on Friday, Sept. 21, at 1

p.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 6:30 p.m.All films are free, popcorn will be served,and pre-registration is not required formovies.

All of these programs are made possibleby a federal LSTA grant. The Institute ofMuseum and Library Services is the pri-mary source of federal support for thenation’s 123,000 libraries and 17,500museums.

The Institute’s mission is to createstrong libraries and museums that connectpeople to information and ideas.

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EnfieldEnfieldVoters Will Decide High School, Redistricting Plans in November

By Linda Tishler LevinsonENFIELD — Two referendum questions will be on the

November ballot.The Town Council voted Aug. 6 to include questions on

council redistricting and the Enfield High School plan onNov. 6.

At a public hearing prior to the meeting on Aug. 6,Town Manager Matthew Coppler said that the town exam-ines its Town Council voting districts every 10 years.Based on the 2010 Census, the numbers are not equal, hesaid, and redistricting is needed for a better balance.

William Thomson, of Duff Drive, said he is against this

redistricting because he feels it has a negative effect onDistrict 2. He said he has the impression this was not abipartisan effort. He also said the proposal severs a por-tion of Thompsonville. He urged the Town Council toconsider re-establishing polling places in Thompsonville.

Wiliam Ballard, of Abbe Road, said he feels the coun-cil and the registrar of voters worked hand-in-hand on theredistricting. He commended the council for its work onthe proposal.

At another public hearing the same night, residentsspoke out on the proposal to appropriate $103 million forthe expansion and renovation of Enfield High School and

to authorize up to $35 million in bonding, with the bal-ance paid for by grants and other available funds. Thestate reimbursement rate is 71.9 percent, the town manag-er said.

Randy Daigle, of Redwing Road, said he is excitedabout the school consolidation plan. He said if it passes, itwould provide town students with a 21st century, qualityeducation.

Wendy Osada, of Windmill Road, who served on thepre-referendum committee, said she believes this is afinancially responsible proposal, and it seems the righttime to do this because of the reimbursement rate.

ENFIELD - The Common GroundsRotary Garden of Enfield is getting readyfor the annual “Harvest for the Hungry.”This is the day when the public is invitedto help the garden meet its yearly chal-lenge: to harvest more than 1,000 poundsof produce in a single day. The producethat is picked is weighed and then deliv-ered to local food relief agencies.

This year, the “Harvest for the Hungry”will take place on Monday, Sept. 3, from10 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. The gardenis located behind the Enfield SeniorCenter, 299 Elm St.

The Common Grounds Rotary Gardenis a community garden that is dedicated togrowing produce and flowers using sus-tainable organic practices. The garden ismaintained by local volunteers.

The main goal is to assist local foodrelief agencies by directly donating pro-duce grown for distribution to those inneed.

For more information about this eventor for other inquiries for the CommonGrounds Rotary Garden, [email protected].

Annual Harvest for the HungryENFIELD - The Mt. Carmel Society of

Enfield will hold “Boxing Under theStars” on Saturday, Sept. 29, on thegrounds of the Mt Carmel field.

The event will feature amateur boxingmatches and local food. There will beapproximately 15 bouts by AAU GoldenGlove Boxers from Connecticut andMassachusetts.

Gates open at 5 p.m. and the event starts

at 7 p.m. Ringside seats are $25. Reservedseats are $20. Regular seats are $15.Tickets can be purchased in Enfield atChicago Sam’s, Danny’s Pizza, Figaro’sRestaurant, and Troiano Oil.

For further information or to become asponsor, contact the Mt Carmel Society at860-745-8856 or visit the website atwww.mtcarmelsociety.com.

The rain date is Sunday, Sept. 30.

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ENFIELD - On Sunday, Sept. 16, from2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Old Town HallMuseum, 1294 Enfield St., Route 5 inEnfield, bring your children and grand-children to a fun family event. Youngsters

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ENFIELD - The Enfield Rotary Club issponsoring its annual Wine Tasting Eventat the Holiday Inn, One Bright MeadowBlvd., Enfield, on Thursday, Sept. 13,from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Guests will have theopportunity to sample more than 25 finewines and a variety of beer. In addition,guests will enjoy a wide array of horsd’oeuvres, win door prizes and have theopportunity to bid on a selection of auctionitems.

Proceeds from this year’s event will

benefit the Enfield Rotary AccessiblePlayground Project, which is located at theEnfield Public Library. The club will becompleting the project this fall. An acces-sible playground is where all children,regardless of limitations, have the chanceto play in an unstructured environment.

Tickets are $25 per person and can bepurchased through any Enfield Rotarian orby calling event Chairpersons StuartBarowsky at 413-567-1107 or Chris Caseyat 860-698-6267.

ENFIELD - St. Bernard School inEnfield is excited to be welcoming backstudents in September to some significanttechnological upgrades. Over the summerSBS has become a totally wireless cam-pus, with wireless Internet available inevery room of the school and all the hall-ways.

In addition, the school is now equippedwith a “floating computer lab.” This charg-ing cart that is equipped with 20 brand newlaptops allows any classroom in the schoolto have access to a computer lab withouthaving students leave their desks.

“The addition of our floating lab willtheoretically allow all of our students theuse of computers every single day,” saysCharlene Mongillo, SBS principal. “Thewireless not only offers us mobility in ourelectronic devices, but also paves the roadfor us to begin moving into more electron-ic learning as the use of tablets becomesmore prevalent.”

St. Bernard School, which receivedfunding for the lab and wireless workthrough the Archdiocesan HOPES Grant,expects that with more funding an addi-tional floating lab will be added next year.

St. Bernard pastor, Rev. John Melnick,says, “It is much more cost effective thantrying to equip each classroom with com-puters. This way when a lesson is plannedthat would benefit from online learning,the teacher just needs to ‘check out’ thecomputer lab, just like you would a book.”

St. Bernard staff and students are excit-ed to be able to start this school year offwith such a technological jump.

It is the hope of the staff that these typesof moves will continue to give students agreat academic experience at St. BernardSchool.

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The Woman’s Club of Enfield Federation Day Luncheon

ENFIELD - The Woman’s Club ofEnfield will hold its annual FederationDay Luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 5, atthe Elmcrest Country Club, EastLongmeadow. This event marks the startof the club’s new year.

Nancy Kalyan, newly elected presidentof the General Federation of Women’sClubs/Connecticut and past president ofthe local club, will be the speaker. Thesocial hour will start at 11:30 a.m., withluncheon following at 12:30 p.m.

The Enfield Woman’s Club has been inexistence since 1898. Among its many

achievements are the purchase of the firstambulance for the Town of Enfield, theestablishment of the Visiting NurseAssociation, the beginning of scholarshipsfor female high school graduates fromEnfield and Fermi high schools, the annu-al Arts Festival, and has been involved,both monetarily and with volunteer hours,in numerous local and statewide volunteerorganizations.

Anyone interested in attending a meet-ing or joining the Woman’s Club may callFlorence at 860-745-5869.

ENFIELD - The Woman’s Club ofEnfield is sponsoring a “Junk in theTrunk” tag sale on Saturday, Sept. 22,from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone can rent aspace to sell items from their car trunk.The rent is $20 payable to the club, and the

cash from the sale of the items is yours tokeep. The location will be the EnfieldStreet School parking lot, 1318 Enfield St.The rain date is Saturday, Sept. 29. Spaceis limited so call Jan at 860-745-6290 toreserve a parking space.

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A link on the town website allows resi-dents to monitor the energy being pro-

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getting rid of old lighting fixtures andreplacing them with new energy-efficientones, Pellegrini said.

“This was something that we had want-ed to do the last two years; however, it wasvery expensive and we just couldn’t man-age the cost. This grant gave us the oppor-tunity to do this,” Pellegrini said. “Thisproject allows us to save an estimated$2,051.45 annually in electricity bills atTown Hall.”

She added that it also reduces green-house gas emissions by 9.2 tons annually.

A link on the town website allows Somers residents to monitor the energy being pro-duced by the solar panels for both the fire department systems and the elementaryschool solar system, as well as view the energy cost savings by visitingwww.somersct.gov and clicking on to the “Solar Energy” link.

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SOMERS - Adults of all ages are invit-ed to participate in the Somers SeniorCenter’s bus trip to the Mohegan SunCasino on Friday, Oct. 12. Participants donot have to be a senior citizen or a residentof Somers. Passengers must gather at theSomers Senior Center no later than 8:15a.m. as the bus will leave at 8:30 a.m. Itwill return to the senior center at approxi-mately 5 p.m.

Trip includes round-trip deluxe bus,two gambling vouchers, voucher towardthe cost of the buffet lunch or lunch in oneof the restaurants, and the bus driver’s gra-tuity. This is all for the price of $16 perperson. It’s a beautiful ride, the buffet food

is great, and you will enjoy the companyof the other bus passengers.

Reservations will not be acceptedunless accompanied by your check and alist of the full name and contact telephonenumber for each person included in thereservation. All checks must be madepayable to the Somers Senior Center. Mailto the Somers Senior Center, 19 Battle St.,P.O. Box 308, Somers, CT 06071.Deadline for receipt of all of the above isFriday, Sept. 28. After payments are made,there are no refunds if a passenger cancels.

For more information about the trip,please call the Somers Senior Center at860-763-4379.

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SOMERS - Hit the road with “Becky'sNew Car” at Somers Village PlayersDinner Theater. Idling through the dailyroutines of life, Becky “test drives” a newlife. This is a show full of laughter and ten-der moments that will give you somethingto mull over.

As interesting as the show, the backstory is intriguing. A Seattle businessmanwas seeking a birthday gift for his wife.When he heard of a tuba concert commis-sioned in memory of a local musician, hedecided to honor his wife with an original

play. Through a local theater, he commis-sioned a playwright, Stephen Dietz, towrite a play. The theater group promised areading, but was so impressed with thisscript, “Becky’s New Car,” that they notonly performed the play, but added it to thenext year’s playbill.

The idea of commissioning plays hasspread and over 60 plays have been con-tracted in the last few years.

This is the first performance of“Becky’s New Car,” in this area. The playis directed by Gus Rousseau and produced

by Dianne Preble. Becky is played byBetsy Maguire.

Betsy commented that she had previ-ously read this play and hoped for anopportunity to play Becky. Other castmembers are Patricia Covino, LoganLopez, Amanda Marschall, Daniel Renzi,Doug Stoyer and Anthony Urillo.

The show will be held Sept. 21, 22, 28,

and 29 and Oct. 5 and 6, at Joanna’sBanquet House at 145 Main St. inSomersville. Social hour is at 6 p.m., fol-lowed by a buffet dinner at 7 p.m. and theperformance at 8:15 p.m. Joanna's is hand-icapped accessible and features convenientparking.

The cost is $35, and reservations maybe made by calling 860-265-3342.

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SOMERS - The Somers Women’s Clubwill begin its approaching 2012-2013 fis-

cal year with a new slate of officers.Elected to serve a two-year term are:

Charlotte Stopa, president; Arlene Yarnes,1st vice president; Donna French, 2nd vicepresident; Karen Anderson, treasurer; DebPero, secretary; and Maureen LaFlamme,director.

The club is welcoming interestedwomen to its first meeting of the year to beheld on Thursday, Sept. 6, at 11:45 a.m. inthe Blake Community Room of theSomers Public Library. A finger foodluncheon will be served.

Now celebrating its 90th anniversary,the Somers Women’s Club is continuingits goal to serve the community. In addi-tion to fundraising events to support needs

within the town and provide college schol-arships, the organization offers opportuni-ties for fellowship. The monthly member-ship meetings include lunches and inter-esting speakers. Activities enjoyed arebridge, hiking, and book discussion groupsand arts & crafts workshops.

The Somers Women’s Club is a memberof the General Federation of Women’sClubs of Connecticut and works with thestate and national organizations in variouscapacities.

For additional information, please callCharlotte (860-749-3190) or Arlene (860-749-7387).


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SOMERS - Ye Olde BlacksmithShoppe, located at the intersection ofPinney Road and Maple Street inSomersville, will reopen for the fall seasonon Saturday, Sept. 1. The facility will beopen each Saturday during September andOctober from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A wide variety of new and gently usedmerchandise is offered each week includ-ing tools, books, glassware, puzzles andgames, lamps, kitchenware, and more. Atable of fresh home-baked goodies is alsooffered each week, along with copies of

the church's latest cookbook. Donations to Ye Olde Blacksmith

Shoppe from the community are alwayswelcome. Please speak with Barbara orMarge at the Shoppe or call 860-749-4153to make drop-off arrangements (televi-sions, electronics or clothing are notaccepted).

The Blacksmith Shoppe is run by theLadies Aide of the Congregational Churchof Somersville. Money earned at theShoppe benefits church programs.

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SOMERS - Vocalist Laurie Festa hasbeen invited to return to the Somers SeniorCenter on Tuesday, Sept. 25, at 1 p.m. Shewill perform an eclectic blend ofBroadway, classical, and popular musicalstyles for everyone’s enjoyment. Thisevent is free to all seniors and is compli-ments of the Town of Somers SeniorCenter.Festa is a life-long native of

Springfield, Mass. She has always lovedmusic. In her mid-teens, she began singingat weddings and nursing homes. Festa pur-sued her musical education at WestfieldState College, where she majored in voice,with concentrations in theory/compositionand music education. Following college,she pursued a career as a music teacher.

Recently, she has shifted her attention toprivately teaching piano and performingas well as recording. She released her firstCD in 2001. Festa performs her concertssolo using pre-recorded music to accom-pany her.Festa’s prior performance at the Somers

Senior Center was called outstanding bypatrons. Those seniors who were therethought she was fantastic, have talkedabout her ever since, and are anxiouslyawaiting her return on Sept. 25. All seniorsare welcome to come and enjoy Festa’spersonality and magnificent singing.Reservations are required. Please call theSomers Senior Center at 860-763-4379 tomake a reservation or stop in at the centerand sign up.

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SOMERS - The 50th annual SomersDay of Arts and Crafts will be held onSunday, Sept. 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. atTown Hall, 600 Main St., Somers (cornerof Routes 190 and 83). The event featuresmore than 50 vendors with a wide range ofhigh quality and unique handmade arts and

crafts. Admission and parking are bothfree. The event is sponsored by TeaberryTreasures and Barbra O’Boyle, LetterPerfect Names.Call 860-966-8822 or email

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beginning at Sonny's Place 349 Main Street, Somers 1:30 PM

Worship Servicesat Johnson Memorial Hospital Education Center,

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Sundays8:15 & 10:00 AM

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Homecoming Sunday andChurch School registration

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Friday:Trailer TrashCountry Music

King of the Pumpkin Patch Contest

Saturday:CT Renegades Cowboy

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Sunday:Concord Street

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ENFIELD - The North CentralConnecticut Chamber of Commerce(NCCCC), which serves North CentralConnecticut and surrounding towns,announced its newly developed relation-ship with Chamber Management ServicesLLC, a management company that pro-vides leadership and support for chambersof commerce in Connecticut andMassachusetts.

“The NCCCC is the primary advocateand resource for business in North CentralConnecticut. We felt it was time to take anew direction in the leadership of ourChamber in a way that best suits the needsof our members,” said Sandy Zukowski,president, NCCCC. “We will remain aregional, independent Chamber ofCommerce representing our member busi-nesses and will continue to offer our mem-bers the many networking and educationalbenefits they have always enjoyed. Ournew relationship with Chamber

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Remo Pizzichemi, vice president ofoperations for the Welcome GroupInc. which locally operates the Holiday InnEnfield and Hampton Inn West Springfield,stated, “In today’s world of doing morewith less, it only makes sense for theNCCCC to economize while improvingefficiencies so that more services can actu-ally be delivered to their members. I havefirsthand experience of using an outsidemanagement company that handles the ‘dayto day’ business of operating a Chamber ofCommerce. The Chamber saved consider-able money on its operating costs whilesimultaneously enhancing the overall bene-fits to the members.

“We had better access and awareness oflegislative issues that affect business,

received tremendous support in attemptingto reduce tax rates and had access to assis-tance in filing for tax abatements. Iapplaud the NCCCC for addressing theneeds of their businesses by continuing tooffer more at far less cost,” Pizzichemisaid.

Chamber Management Services is ledby Debra A. Boronski, who has 25 years ofproven leadership with chambers of com-merce. She is a certified chamber execu-tive (fewer than 10 percent of Chamberleaders nationally have attained this desig-nation) and she is a graduate of the U.S.Chamber of Commerce Institute forOrganizational Management. She is thepast chair of the U.S. Chamber NortheastBoard of Regents.

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Welcome back to the Sunday Drive, thecolumn that aspires to provide your com-plete, entertainment itinerary on a month-to-month basis.

Setting our sights on September, yourSunday Driver finds no shortage of excus-es to get out on the highway andget your motors running. But,“fair” warning, some of the bestoccur right in our own back-yard.

For example, The FourTown Fair (www.fourtownfair.com) willcelebrate its 174 season Sept. 13 -16.

Although occurring at its home base inSomers, the Four Town Fair also honorsthe neighboring towns of East Windsor,Ellington and Enfield with four days ofmusic, food, rides, animal exhibits andmore.

Not to be outdone, New England’s“Great State Fair” – The Eastern StatesExposition (www.thebige.com) opens itsgates Sept. 14 for two weeks of sights,sounds and food offerings that will makeyour cardiologist go ‘Really?”

Don’t believe me? Please refer to the“new for 2012” tab on the Expo’s home-

page. Deep fried lasagna and chocolatecovered bacon, anyone?

Further, in addition to the slew of freeentertainment, The Big E has the criticalmass needed to bring in the big name actsfor separate, ticketed events ranging from

nationally knownventrilo-quist/comedianJeff Dunham(Sept. 29) to coun-try fave AlanJackson (Sept.

30).Other area fairs of note include The

Wapping Fair (Sept. 6-9,www.thewappingfair.com), The DurhamFair (Sept. 27-30, www.durhamfair.com)and The Connecticut Renaissance Faire(weekends Sept. 29-Oct. 28,www.ctfaire.com).

Those looking to log a little more on theodometer might find the country’s oldest con-tinually operating county fair, The TopsfieldFair in Topsfield, Mass. (Sept. 28-Oct. 8,www.topsfieldfair.org) a pleasant excur-sion/diversion. And Worcestor’s Festival ofAle (www.higgins.org), occurring Sept. 22, is

also good for what “ales” you.Tired of the county fairs monopolizing

your September. Don’t whine about it.Wine.. in style, at the seventh annualNewport Mansion Food & WineFestival (www.newportmansions.org) atthe society’s Rosecliff, Elms and MarbleHouse Sept. 21-23.

In addition to the primo vino and delec-table edibles, two of the world’s most cel-ebrated chefs will also be in attendance atthis year’s fest. Making his first-everappearance will be Emeril Lagasse, whowill host a cooking demonstration and signbooks at the Sunday, September 23, GrandTasting at Marble House. One day prior,Sept. 22, Chef Jacques Pépin returns tothe Grand Tasting along with his daughterClaudine, who has partnered with him onthree of his James Beard Award-winningpublic television programs.

And, since we’ve delved into the OceanState, we should also mention that IndiaPoint Park Seafood Festival(www.riseafoodfest.com) at India PointPark, Providence offers copious amountsof fresh seafood, beer and wine from – aswell as live music – from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.on Saturday, Sept. 15.

Since admission to the event itself isfree, you’ll be able to shell out more dol-

lars for actual shellfish, too.Send your ideas for a Sunday Drive to

[email protected] and stay tunednext installment when we tackle RhodeIsland’s famed, all-you-eat buffet extravagan-za, The Nordic Lodge, and more!


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A performer from the Imperial Circusascends to lofty heights at the Four TownFair in Somers last year.

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Mansfield Academy Grand OpeningMANSFIELD - Hundreds turned out as

the Mansfield Academy of Dance recentlycelebrated the grand opening of its newlocation at 12 Merrow Rd. in Mansfield inthe completely renovated former HideAway Restaurant building. The new studioboasts three beautiful dance spaces, a largewaiting area, ample seasonal outdoor seat-ing, state of the art dance floors and evena waterfall with a water wheel. The

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By Linda Tishler LevinsonSTAFFORD — The former Boroughs

School will be renovated into senior citi-zen housing.

Residents voted at an Aug. 16 townmeeting to sell the former school to theConnecticut Retirement Colony, a non-

profit agency, for $1, according to FirstSelectman Richard Shuck.

The organization will restore the build-ing and develop it into apartments in anover-55 community.

Shuck said some residents had opposedthe sale to the nonprofit agency, because

they felt the town could have sold theproperty for a profit.

But, Shuck said, the town will benefitfrom an adult community, rather than adevelopment that might have attractedfamilies with children. “You make$100,000 today, you have the possibility ofspending $200,000 every year,” he said.

Road workThe town is performing emergency

repairs on streets in town. Fisk Avenuebetween Main and Gold streets has beenclosed until construction work is complet-ed, Shuck said. In addition, ProspectHeights also needs emergency repair workdue to pipes that broke under the road.


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Three Graces Vintage Gallery OpeningAn appreciative customer studies a painting hanging in the gallery of Three GracesVintage at its new Art Showing on Aug. 17.

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STAFFORD - Sept. 22, 2012 marks the7th annual Stafford Arts Commission’sAutumn in the Park: A Celebration of theArts at Hyde Park. The event begins at 11a.m. and ends with the lighting of moonfires in the river and the showing of themovie “Babe” at dusk.

This year, the theme of Autumn in thePark is humor and features variouscomedic events. In addition, there will be atour of historic downtown, poetry reading

by local poets, musical performances,Nature’s Art sponsored by the StaffordLibrary, workshops and a variety of visualartists including pottery, wood, photogra-phy, and jewelry.

Bruce Dutton will read from his book,“Stafford Poets.” Proceeds from the sale ofthe book will be donated to the StaffordHistorical Society.

Two special events at the festival are theYouth Art Show and the Poetry Contest.

Applications can be obtained at theStafford Library or on the Town ofStafford website, www.staffordct.org.

At nightfall bring a blanket or a chairand settle in for a showing of “Babe.” Thislittle pig shows us all that kindness goes along way.

Enjoy a day of laughter and artistic cre-

ativity.Thanks to the support of local sponsors,

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events, visit www staffordct.org, the ArtsCommission Facebook page or call 860-684-9500.


StaffordStafford7th Annual Autumn in the Park – Celebration of the Arts

The Arts on MainMain Street Stafford Springs is coming alive these days with monthly Art Openingsand showings of local talent. On Aug. 17 several businesses were open to the publicincluding Middle Ground Café, Windowbox, Three Graces Vintage, Stained GlassCreations and Studio 85. Talented local musicians Tyler, Bruce and CJ, students ofStudio 85 on Main Street, play during the Arts on Main event on Aug. 17.




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STAFFORD - Auditions for the fourthannual Regional Talent Show sponsoredby the Stafford Rotary Club will be heldon Sept. 18 and 19 from 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m.at the Stafford High School Auditoriumlocated at 145 Orcuttville Rd., StaffordSprings. This will be the fourth year thatthe Stafford Rotary has sponsored a talentshow, with prizes for first through thirdplace of $100 to $500. Musicians, bands,singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, or

performers of any age performing any typeof act suitable for family entertainment areencouraged to try out. There is a $20 entryfee. The actual show will take place atStafford High School on Saturday, Oct. 6,from 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Winners will beannounced that night.

For an application or more information,please contact Ilene Whitmarsh at 860-508-9757 or email [email protected].

Windowbox Opens on MainFrancine Munson, owner of the newest shop on Main Street, Windowbox, which fea-tures a beautiful collection of her own paintings and creations.


Stafford Rotary Club To Hold 4th Annual Regional Talent Show Auditions

STAFFORD - Stafford Social Serviceshas begun taking applications for the2012-2013 winter heating assistance pro-gram. Customers using all types of heatingfuel - electric, natural gas, kerosene, oil,

wood and propane - may apply. For detailsabout requirements, necessary documents,any questions and to make an appointmentfor the application process, please call860-684-7752.

STAFFORD - This little piggy went tomarket, this little piggy went home, butthis little piggy went to an Arts Festivaland had lots of fun.

The film “Babe” will be shown at theStafford Arts Commission’s seventh annu-al “Autumn in the Park” - Fine ArtsFestival on Saturday, Sept. 22, in HydePark, Stafford Springs, at 7 p.m.

The commission invites owners of

small pigs (piglets, pot bellies, or tea cups)to participate in the evening’s festivity andbe goodwill ambassadors for all swine. Asgoodwill ambassadors, the pigs will pro-mote the film and educate the public to thepreciousness of pigs.

Sorry, but no full-grown rutting pigsallowed. Rescue pigs are especially wel-come. To volunteer, call 860-684-9500 ore-mail. [email protected].

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STAFFORD - On Sept. 6 and 7,Stafford Cub Scout Pack 50 will be hold-ing registration for new cub scouts at theFirst United Methodist Church, 8 ChurchSt., Stafford Springs, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m.The pack will also be holding a registra-tion and pasta dinner at the First UnitedMethodist Church on Saturday, Sept. 8,

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STAFFORD - Crafters are needed forthe Nov. 3 Annual Craft Fair sponsored bythe Ladies Auxiliary of the Stafford FireDept. #1. This year the craft fair will be atStation #2, which is located at 27Willington Ave., one block in from Route190 (East Main Street), in the center oftown. The hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Easyaccess is a bonus as everything is onthe ground floor with no stairs.

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Cookie Walk and have luncheon itemsavailable.

Handmade articles make greatChristmas gifts and decorations, so reserveyour space early. Everyone is welcome tocome and shop for those special bargainsor just to browse and visit.

The auxiliary was forced to cancel lastyear because of the October snowstorm, soit really looks forward to seeing exhibitorsand shoppers again and to make newfriends.

Save the Date for Ladies Auxiliary Craft Show

STAFFORD - There will be a PoetryWorkshop at the Stafford Library withlocal author Dianne Bilyak, author of“Against the Turning.” It will be held on

Sept. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon.Please register by calling 860-684-2852

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The 2012 Jaguar XKR-S, in French rac-ing blue, that I am reviewing is one of only100 to be shipped to the United States forsale. That level of exclusivity makes meappreciate it that much more above itscompetition. I'm not normally a snob butout of more than 314 million people in theUnited States, only 100 can own one. Ihave left myself succumb to the rarity ofthis vehicle.

The 2012 Jaguar XKR-S tops my listbecause of its refinement. Itimports Jaguar's legendaryperformance background andinfuses it with its new reputa-tion for stylishness. CombineJaguar's rapidly improvingreputation for quality and youhave a winner.

Let’s examine first the mostpowerful Jaguar ever. TheXKR-S has an engine basedon the supercharged unit in the XKR,which has 510 horsepower from its super-charged V8 engine. Revised fuel mappingand an active exhaust have boosted powerand torque to 550 horsepower and 502 lb/ftrespectively. This allows the two-doorcoupe to reach 60 mph in 4.2 seconds andjoin the exclusive “300km/h” club with alimited top speed of 186 mph.

But the Jaguar XKR-S is about so muchmore than brute speed. It has a beautifulride thanks to the double wishbone frontsuspension.

According to Jaguar, which loaned methe XKR-S for a week to review, the sus-pension has been comprehensively revisedwith a new fully machined steering knuck-le. This significantly increases camber andcaster stiffness to transform the accuracyand weighting of the steering for greaterlevels of feedback and precision. Rear sus-pension geometry has been revised with

rear wheel steer optimized for maximumagility.

In other words, the XKR-S is going togo where you point it. It stays firmly plant-ed through even the sharpest curves whenapproached correctly.

Consider me a fan of the front end of theJaguar XKR-S, or as the purists like to callit, the front fascia. The latest lighting tech-nology has allowed the front headlamps tobe made slimmer and at the same time

incorporate LED turn signalfunctions and running lightswith a distinctive ‘J-Blade’ sig-nature. LED lighting has doneso much to return individualdesign to automobiles thanks toits ease of use. Now, you cantell what kind of car isapproaching you by its head-lights – that was becoming adying art.

The Active Differential has been pro-grammed to reduce steering sensitivity atthe very high speeds of which the car iscapable. Bespoke software for Jaguar’sAdaptive Damping has been written forthe XKR-S, ensuring both total body con-trol and maximum traction and grip.Changes to the TracDSC mode alter inter-vention levels to allow the experienceddriver to explore the outer edges of theperformance envelope, rewarded by themotorsport inspired soundtrack from theexhaust, which features an active pneu-matic valve. (As others have pointed out,that means the Jaguar XKR-S unofficiallycomes with launch control when the elec-tronic stability control is switched off.)

In the midst of al this talk of perform-ance is one little surprise, this car func-tions well as a daily driver. Sure, the back-seats are good for little more than holdingpackages, but it does have a spacious

trunk. Plus, as mentioned above, it's justoutright comfortable to drive.

Not that people who buy $138,000sports cars care about such things, but theXKR-S doesn't come with a gas guzzlertax thanks to its 15-mpg city and 22-mpghighway rating. (Of course, it does run onpremium gas so there is just a little bit ofsuffering at the pump.) Needless to say,my fuel economy numbers don't match theEPA because I was enthusiastic about con-stantly engaging the accelerator.

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