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Beardsley Zoo Set To Celebrate 90 Years

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is marking its 90th birthday with its wildest party ever on May 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visitors can expect to enjoy music, games, presents, and, of course, birthday cake! eight regional bakeries are working feverishly to bake their wildest creations and will take part in a Great Cake Bake Off that will be judged by hometown celebrities, the Twice Baked Twins.

Well-known and local favorite radio host, WiCC’s Jim Buchanan will serve as emcee for this funfilled celebration. The birthday party is free with paid admission to the Zoo and will take place rain or shine.

“We are so excited to celebrate our birthday with everyone and having eight cakes to choose from is every little kid’s dream come

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Guests may sample the cakes after 1 p.m. while supplies last.

Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: Best in show, Best Zoo/Birthday theme, Best looking, Best Frosting, Best Flavor, Best Cake Texture, People’s Choice, and Kid’s Choice.

The Twice Baked Twins, Joy Paoletti and Judy Vig of Monroe and Trumbull, are identical twins who got their start by turning their love of baking into a delectable dessert business focusing on elaborate displays and presentation. They entered a Bobbly Flay contest called “Grill it with Bobby,” and the network loved them so much they invited them back to do a holiday special called, “dear Food Network.” enjoying television so much, they continued to earn a spot on Channel 3’s Better Connecticut, where they share classic recipes with a new twist, called the “Twice Baked 2 Minute Take.”

The birthday bash continues on sunday, May 20 as the Zoo celebrates Bridgeport day. all Bridgeport residents are invited to visit to the Zoo for a reduced admission fee of just $5 with proper i.d.

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Quassy Amusement Park Offering Family Fun With New Rides Quassy Amusement Park 2132 Middlebury Road Middlebury, CT (800) 367-7275 www.quassy.com

Quassy Amusement Park is putting a new spin on family fun this year.

A tea cup ride will be introduced at Quassy for the park’s 104th year. It features six familysized cups with individually controlled spinning action all revolving on a rotating platform. The end result will be an interactive, fun experience for all age groups.

Coastermania In 2011 Quassy Amusement Park introduced its new marquee attraction, the “Wooden Warrior” roller coaster. Since opening in April of last year, the ride has received worldwide acclaim from roller coaster and theme park enthusiasts alike.

Earlier this year, the “Wooden Warrior” was named Attraction of the Year (2011) in a ballot by “Behind the Thrills,” a theme park enthusiasts’ website. The coaster was also voted “Third Best New Ride” worldwide in the 2011 Golden Ticket awards, presented by industry publication

nons, cascading fountains, and a huge dumping bucket. The modular water play area is also home to the gigantic “Tunnel Twister” waterslides. “Saturation Station” and Quassy Beach will both open for the 2012 season on Saturday, May 26.

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The Palace Theater is set to paint the town blue when the national tour of the uniquely colorful performance troupe, Blue Man Group, comes to Waterbury for three performances, May 2224, at 7:30 p.m.

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Although Blue Man Group has toured previously with its Megastar arena rock show, this marks the first theatrical production to tour North America. The tour will feature classic Blue Man

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All Aboard! The Naugatuck Railroad Is The Place To Be This Summer Naugatuck railroad 242 east Main street Thomaston, CT (860) 283-7245 www.rmne.org

Join us this June to experience the exciting sights, smells and sounds of steam on the Naugatuck railroad! hank the Tank engine returns as Flagg Coal #75 leading several trips over our scenic railroad between June 8 and Father’s day, June 17, departing from Thomaston station. This is a special event you will not want to miss!

The hiss of steam, the steady chugging of the engine, the call of the whistle echoing off the hills…

These were the sounds of the iron horse, the american steam locomotive, the Machine That Built america. Those sounds will be heard again in Thomaston this June 8 - 17 as the railroad Museum of New england hosts hank the Tank, also known as Flagg Coal Co. #75.

Between the 1830s and 1960, steam locomotives carried passengers and freight to every corner of america. They became part of our national history, a symbol of mobility and change. Over the years, steam locomotives became larger and more efficient.

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World War ii changed the face of railroading forever. By 1948, steam engines were gone from the Naugatuck Valley, replaced by modern diesel locomotives on the New haven railroad from Bridgeport to Winsted, ending an important era in modern industrial history.

Flagg Coal Co. #75 is a 40 ton coal-fired steam locomotive built in 1930. it worked in Pennsylvania coal mines and New york rock quarries until it was retired in 1953. #75 rusted away, forgotten until 1991, when it was purchased by father and son team John and Barney Gramling from indiana. The Gramlings moved #75 to their farm and fully restored it to operating condition, completing it October 2001. since then, #75 has since traveled as far as Florida, Michigan, and North Carolina as a living, breathing ambassador of american steam railroading. This event also features storybook readings

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We offer an entertaining and scenic train ride along the Naugatuck river from our historic 1881 train station. Our operating subsidiary, the Naugatuck railroad Company, (NrC) operates the 19.5 miles of track between Waterbury and Torrington with vintage locomotives, passenger and freight cars and cabooses. Both rMNe and NrC are all-volunteer organizations.

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Be A Part Of This Year’s YMCA 5K And 10K Run, Along With Expo Cheshire yMCa

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The Cheshire Community yMCa’s 3rd annual sea dog 5k run/walk, 10k run, Kid’s doggie dash Fun run, Cheshire y Cup elementary school relay and healthy living expo will be held on sunday, May 20 at Bartlem Park. The 5k and 10k races begin at 9 a.m and the doggie dash at 11 a.m. The health expo will run from 8 a.m to 1 p.m. register before noon on saturday, May 19 for the races and avoid lines on race day. registration on the day of the race will begin at 8 a.m. register in person at the Cheshire Community yMCa or online at www.cheshireheal-

thylivingexpo.org. The top finishers in each category will be awarded prizes.

Pre-registered runners will have time to take advantage of pre-race individualized stretching offered by Gaylord Outpatient services Orthopedic Physical Therapy.

The Kid’s doggie dash Fun run is for kids 10 and under.

Children under age six will run ¼ mile; over six will compete at ½ mile. The Cheshire y Cup elementary school relay is comprised of teams of three runners from Cheshire’s elementary schools each running a leg of the race and competing against runners from other schools. The school with the most points will take ownership of the “y Cup” to display until next year’s event.

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all the exhibitors listed. Visit all the booths at the health expo and get your card initialed or stamped and you will be entered in a drawing for a one-year family membership to the Cheshire Community yMCa valued at $810. The yMCa Kid’s Zone will feature an inflatable obstacle course, moon

bounce, and other fun activities. in the event of rain, the expo will move indoors at Cheshire high school, 525 south Main street.

Proceeds from this fun, family event will benefit the Cheshire Community yMCa’s annual support Campaign and y programming including the sea dog

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Chase Collegiate School Offering Fun Of Sleepaway Camp To Kids Chase Collegiate school

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Chase Collegiate school’s summer Camps, conveniently located on the Middlebury/Waterbury line, provide a rich array of programming in science, arts, sports, cooking, crafts, and more. Children of all ages—from 3-18—will enjoy a lively camp environment on the school’s beautiful 47-acre campus. each fun-filled day is guided by veteran counselors who have campers hunting for hidden treasures, building castles, conducting science experiments, or becoming

their favorite harry Potter characters. younger campers may be studying animals in the “Going on a safari” session or deep diving in a session “Under the sea with Ocean explores” or baking with “Kids in the Kitchen.” regular activities include music, arts, stories, technology, indoor play, outdoor play, and water activities.

Older students may want to explore their sleuthing skills in a forensics class or hone their soccer skills in the sports clinics, or prepare for the ssaTs in a prep class. all ages and abilities are encouraged to test out a new skill or expand on their current interests.

Options for the creatively minded include black and white photography, ceramics, dance, mixed media, sculpture, and much more. summer at Chase utilizes the state-of-the art campus facilities, including science labs, arts studios, and athletic fields. ample green space provides plenty of space for playing, relaxing, and

chatting with new friends. regular field trips give campers the opportunity to explore the rich cultural offerings in the area.

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Quassy is the location of choice for birthday parties, catered company outings, family

reunions, church picnics, sports team, league banquets, and team building events. Catered group outings are held in the privacy of the park’s pavilions or patio area overlooking the lake. all-day ride and “saturation station” passes, individual season passes, and individual ride tickets are available, with the best value a family of four season pass. included are the rides, “saturation station,” Quassy Beach, and free parking with each visit. Quassy

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Friday evenings starting May 25 feature 50-cent rides, hot dogs and small soft drinks. “50-Cent Fabulous Fridays” will continue through aug. 31.

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Zoo Running Promotions From Memorial Through Labor Day continued from page 2 ing a fun filled day for the whole family. residents are welcome to spend the day visiting new animals at the Zoo and enjoying the great outdoors.

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Waverly, Baxter’s, And Vic House Labor Of Love For Local Owner The Victorian house restaurant 226 Maple avenue Cheshire, CT (203) 272-5743 www.thevichouse.com

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family and friends. lastly, in November of 2011, augie took on his biggest challenge. he bought and renovated Cheshire's oldest and most historical landmark and renamed it its original name, The Waverly inn. located at 286 Maple avenue, the Waverly serves modern american food with an italian fusion. augie kept the original saratoga bar and refinished it to make it the heart of the new place. The front dining room has been completely

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