March 2023 North Central News

President preserved for posterity

Asnuntuck Community College CEO Michelle Coach assists Dr. James Lombella in unveiling his official portrait on Feb. 23. Dr. Lombella was the fourth president in Asnuntuck’s 50 years of existence and his portrait will be housed in the college library alongside the previous three.

by Margaret Van Cott

Several farms in the region will benefit from a grant project that helps assist state agriculture producers expand and improve their operations.

Dzen Brothers in East Windsor, Roaring Brook Farm in Ellington, Pleasant View Farms in Somers and Abiding Acres in Suffield are among 30 projects awarded a total of $549,649

through the Connecticut Department of Agriculture Farm Transition Grant. The maximum grant amount was $49,999.

According to the Agriculture Department, the area projects are:

• Dzen Brothers, Broad Brook section of East Windsor: bed shaper, mulch and

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Community Close-Up Community Close-Up

‘Rise Up’ and take notice of new release from area indie rocker

ELLINGTON — Indie rocker Ginger Bug has released a new album, “Rise Up Where You Are.”

The album by the Ellington-based performer was released Feb. 17 for streaming on all major music platforms. It is also available for download on Bandcamp.

Reuben Torrey dubbed himself Ginger Bug in 2017 and put out five collections of songs over the next year and a half.

After a brief hiatus, in the wake of the COVID pandemic and widespread social and political unrest, Torrey began writing a series of songs that would eventually become “Rise Up Where You Are.”

The collection of alt-rockers reflects themes of hope and acceptance during tumultuous times.

“I wasn’t trying to explicitly comment on current events,” Torrey says. “I just wrote about what I was going through personally.”

In the fall of 2018, Torrey received a diagnosis of Meniere’s disease, an inner ear disorder affecting, among other things, the hearing in his right ear.

“When I’m not dealing with the vertigo and nausea caused by the disease, I’m often dealing with

fluctuating hearing loss in the one ear. It can be depressing when it gets in the way of making music, though I’m managing my symptoms pretty well these days.”

Regarding Meniere’s disease’s degenerative nature, Torrey says, “I’m not sure how long I will be able to continue comfortably making music. Accepting that reality has moved me to write and record as much as possible here and now.”

When asked what the future holds, Torrey responds with a grin. “I don’t plan on stopping any time soon.”

Torrey plans to return to live performances in the summer. His website is gingerbugmusic.com, where links for streaming and social media may be found.

“I wasn’t trying to explicitly comment on current events. I just wrote about what I was going through personally.”

Reuben Torrey, aka Ginger Bug, has released a new album, “Rise Up Where You Are.”

East Windsor East Windsor

Hop on board the ‘Easter Eggspress’ in April

EAST WINDSOR — The Connecticut Trolley Museum will present Easter Eggspress on April 1, 2, 7 and 8 and Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on April 1.

The Easter Bunny will be roaming the grounds and posing for pictures from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the dates of the Easter Eggspress.

Each child will receive an Easter egg with a surprise inside when they complete a Scavenger Hunt, make a Bunny ear craft and visit the Fire Truck Museum on the Trolley Museum’s grounds.

Additionally, visitors will take a trolley ride operated by period dressed motormen. Learn historic information about each car you ride and how the

Honor roll

museum began. Inside the Visitor Center there are more trolley cars, exhibits, artifacts, a theater showing a children’s Easter movie and a gift shop.

The Connecticut Fire Museum complete with antique fire trucks and apparatus. All activities and Fire Truck Museum entrance is included with your admission price.

Admission prices are $13 for ages 2 and up, under 2 is free for lap seating. Museum members receive half off admission.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny includes eggs, pancakes, assorted donuts, coffee, juice, and water.

Enjoy breakfast, a trolley ride, the Easter Bunny and Easter activities to

GRADE 7

EAST WINDSOR — These students have been selected for the second quarter East Windsor Middle School honor roll for the 2022-2023 school year.

GRADE 8

High honors: Vanessa Bart, Jainil Bhatt, Landon Boice, Cooper King, Madeline Knisley, Lukas LaBelle, Cody Lentner, Johnathan Macri, Nadia Mohammed, Isabella Scheuermann, Jacob Steele, Ian Thompson, William Towers.

Honors: Alyvia Arnett, Isabelle Bancroft, Johnathan Corsetti, Athalia Decker, Amarilys Esmurria, Isabella Graham, Rylee Macsata, Cassidy Miller, Oralee Scott, David Wojcik.

earn Easter eggs with a surprise inside.

Those attending will also be able to visit the Connecticut Fire Museum on that day.

All activities, Breakfast, the Easter Bunny, and Fire Truck Museum entrance is included with your admission price. Admission prices are $25 for any age and $20 for Museum members.

The Connecticut Trolley Museum is located at 58 North Road (Route 140) in East Windsor. For more information on these events or other activities at the Trolley Museum, call the business office at 860-627-6540 or visit the website at www.ct-trolley.org.

High honors: Thomas Bloznalis, Emma Carter, Sara Daigle, Kassie Keyes, Kylie Keyes, Giuliana Lagana, Jalexis Mercado, Jason Neill, Gianna Sigleski, Kirk Taylor, Wyatt Temple.

Honors: Aalieyha Askew, William Ferrick, Skyla Gonzalez, Kidest Kassa, Kelly Lemus-Herrera, Evan Mader, Janiyah Mathews, Julius Muhumuza, Aubrey Nordell, Skyasia Samson, Francis Scheuermann, Ava Young.

GRADE 6

High honors: Amora Cazarez, Jack Clifford, Benjamin Ferrick, Christopher Godin, Ryan Hernandez, Victoria Hutchins, Kendall Johns, Emily Kolodziej, Serenity Leuzzi-Moore, Tierney Mehan, Jameson Parent, Jacob

Provost, Jayden Sagastizado, Reyduan Sanchez-Moreno, Thirunavuka Sivaganesh, Natalie VanGasbeck, Micah Vong.

Honors: William Braman, Blake Castor, Christopher Clark, Londynn Clark, Mikaela Diaz-Martinez, Natalie Dionne, Madison Griffin, Ryan Hallett, Riley Hernandez, Brittney McCarthy, David Moran, Elyse Nordell, Mia Phillips, Collin Raymond, Isabella Rosales, Lorelai Standish, Delaney Tepper, Darius Turcin, Victoria Vazquez.

GRADE 5

High honors: Sophia Alvarado, Lizbeth Baker, Robert Belforti, Jacob Blanchard, Michael Dziadul, Carter

Fulk, Berra Gocmez, Jackson James, Brayden Macsata, Zoe McNamara, Gabriella Mendez, Aliyah Mohammed, Sabrina Ortiz, Olivia Page, Eloise Rocca, Rahmah Shah, Eleanor StreeterWinn, Taylor Thielman, Angelous Walton, Nora Whalen.

Honors: Sharice Alphonse, Lilliana Anderson, Ethan Aponte, Jameson Barber, Olyvia Davis, Delilah Gagnon, Mackenxie Guilbe, Charlotte Hebert, Ryder Henry, Neidhan Hernandez, John Hulevitch, Noah Kassa, Alyssa King, Christian Marrero, Avery Marschall, Matthew Montanez, Nana Adwoa Nyarko, Ela Ortak, Brooklyn Pouncey, Olivia Purcell, Sienna Rodriguez, Jayliannis Rosa, Avery Towers, Mykala Welch, Mikaela Wetherell.

Visitors enjoy a previous visit by the Easter Bunny at the Connecticut Trolley Museum.

Photo courtesy of Connecticut Trolley Museum

East Windsor East Windsor

‘Panther Plunge’ makes big splash after 7-year hiatus

East Windsor Community Services “Panther Plunge” returned after a seven-year hiatus at the East Windsor Reservoir on Feb. 18. The Panther Plunge benefits the East Windsor Fuel Bank, ensuring that we can successfully help East Windsor families heat their homes during the cold winter months. After the plunge, there was “warming party” featuring a bonfire on the beach, DJ, refreshments, and appearances by Boomer, the mascot from the Springfield Thunderbirds and Chompers from the Hartford Yard Goats.

Parks and Recreation staff with Chompers of the Yard Goats.

Photo by Samantha Charette

From left, Charles Ilioff and Scott Morgan take their dip in the East Windsor Reservoir water.

Photos by Scott Riach

Members of the Broad Brook Fire Department with Chompers.

Photo by Amanda Kosciw

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For a complete list or to register for programs please visit www.eastwindsorrec.com

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

This annual event is hosted by East Windsor Parks & Recreation. A special visit from the Easter Bunny is planned so bring those cameras! Breakfast will consist of pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice, milk, and coffee. Raf昀e tickets for donated baskets will be available.

Date: Saturday, April 1st, 2023

Location: Senior Center, 125 Main Street, Broad Brook Time: 8:30am-11:30am

Cost: Adults $6.00, Children $3.00 (pay at the door)

This year’s theme is Friendship! Your limerick must contain 5 lines: Lines 1, 2 & 5 must rhyme with each other. Lines 3 & 4 must rhyme with each other. All entries must be received by Friday, March 17th for judging. Winners in each age group (Grades K-1, Grades 2-4, Grades 5-8, Grades 9-12 & Adults ages 18 and up) will receive a Barnes & Noble Gift card. Entries can be submitted online at www.EastWindsorRec.com.

Seasonal Positions for Summer 2023

East Windsor Parks & Recreation is now accepting applications for summer seasonal positions. This year we are hiring for the following positions: Assistant Camp Director, Camp Counselors, Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Gatehouse & Snack Bar Staff. All applicants should be 16 years of age. We will accept applications until all positions are 昀lled. Applications can be downloaded from the Town of East Windsor website or at www.EastWindsorRec. com, or obtained from the QR code posted below. Completed applications can be mailed to the Parks & Recreation Of昀ce at 25 School Street, East Windsor CT 06088, or placed in the black drop box outside of the Town Hall Annex. Please call 860.627.6662 with any questions.

Scan the summer job application QR Code:

Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Course

The American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED program provides participants with the knowledge and skills they need to recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and 昀rst aid emergencies. This course is sponsored by the East Windsor Lion’s Club, and will be facilitated by East Windsor Parks & Recreation staff.

Date: Saturday, April 22nd, 2023

Location: Town Hall Annex

Time: 9:00 am-1:00pm

Cost: $36.00, residents and non-residents

Summer Fun Camp

Registration opens March 1 at www.EastWindsorRec.com! Summer Fun Camp Activities include sports, arts & crafts, group activities, swimming, and on-site entertainment.

Dates: 7 1-week sessions beginning July 5th

Ages: 4-12

Location: East Windsor Park, 27 Reservoir Avenue, Broad Brook

Time: 8:30am -4:30pm (NO extended care)

Cost: $225.00 per week, per child, residents and non-residents. Payment plans are available upon request.

For a complete list or to register for programs please visit www.EastWindsorRec.com

Ellington Ellington

First selectwoman’s corner

Earth Day celebration spins around once again

ELLINGTON — The Town of Ellington will be celebrating Earth Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Ellington Town Green and Church Street.

Join us for our fourth annual Earth Day celebration event.

We are so excited to announce that Earth Day is back in 2023. We’re pleased to be able to provide another opportunity for our residents and members of the local community to come out for a free, fun-filled day of entertainment, refreshments, games and activities, and learning opportunities.

Individuals of all ages can check out local businesses, organizations and vendors who will be promoting practices that can make Ellington even more eco-friendly.

Past events have included musical entertainment and planting presentations, and this year we're happy to offer food options including Adam Ice Cream, Backroads Smokin’ BBQ, Chick-Fil-A, LuAnn's, No Coast Kitchen, and more. The majority of vendors

and displays will be set up along Church Street and throughout the Town Green. We will be keeping an updated confirmed vendor list going on the Earth Day page on our website, so keep checking back to plan your vendor visits.

Plans for the Crystal Lake Showcase exhibit at the Nellie McKnight Museum, which will open in conjunction with the Earth Day event, are well underway.

The exhibit explores the diverse history of Ellington’s long ago resort destination. Visitors will be amazed at the backstory of “Little Coney Island,” an era of photos, original artifacts, and limelight on Jimmy’s famous hotdog stand.

We are still looking for vendors who wish to participate by setting up a booth/display for the event. If your business/ group/organization is interested, please contact Becky at reinsiedel@ellington-ct.gov, or call us at 860-8703100 for details. We’d love to have you.

Visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/townofellington/ or our website at ellington-ct.gov for more details as we get closer to the date.

Lori Spielman

Scenes from previous Earth Day celebrations.

Photos courtesy Ellington First Selectman’s Office

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Ellington Ellington

days between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Kindergarten registration

Online registration is open for all Ellington children entering kindergarten in the 2023-24 school year.

Maple St. There is free admission to the presentation.

Irish Night St. Luke Church presents Irish Night on Saturday, March 18, in the church hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

A traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner with all the fixings will be served. Entertainment by the singing group “Irish to the Last Drop” and a tea-cup raffle will round out this fun filled evening.

The church is located at 141 Maple St., and is handicap accessible.

Tickets are $25 per person, advanced purchase only. No tickets will be sold at the door. No BYOB.

For more information or to purchase tickets please call the church rectory; 860-875-8552 on week-

To be eligible for registration, a child must be 5 years old on or before Jan. 1, 2024.

The Ellington school district requires documentation for proof of age to complete registration. Parents or guardians must also provide documentation of residency in Ellington.

Parents can navigate to the district website registration page at https://www.ellingtonpublicschools.org/parents/registration

Everyone Shines

The first ever Ellington Unified Where Everyone Shines Week will be starting on March 27.

There will be a Monday night presentation by the Connecticut Parents Advocacy Center at 6 p.m. at the Ellington Senior Center, 40

This presentation is a great resource for parents who have any questions and or concerns about their child’s special education needs.

Other events through April 1 include Take-out Tuesday, a Wellness Walk on March 29 in Arbor Park, a Unified basketball game on March 30, a Dodgeball tournament on March 31 and two showings of a sensory friendly movie planned for April 1 at the library.

Ellington Unified’s vision for inclusion during the week includes the hopes that people will set up light displays in yards, hang lights in windows, post pictures wearing glowsticks, or purchase Ellington Unified apparel.

For more on Everyone Shines Week or Ellington Unified, email ellingtonunified@gmail.com, visit the Facebook page @ellingtonunified or call 860-870-3130.

New assessor, town clerk take positions

ELLINGTON — The town’s new assessor and town clerk took over their positions in January and February.

The Board of Selectmen unanimously promoted Donna G. Hosey to the role of town clerk effective Jan. 9. John Rainaldi was unanimously appointed as town assessor by the Board of Selectmen and began fulltime employment with the town as of Feb. 1.

Hosey has served in the town clerk’s office since March 2014.

She began as an administrative clerk and was promoted to assistant town clerk in 2016. Hosey completed her Connecticut town clerk certification in 2017.

“I’m looking forward to seeing Donna excel within this new role,” First Selectwoman Lori Spielman said. “She has a great relationship with her customers, and I am confident that she will continue to serve our residents and patrons with the utmost professionalism and courtesy.

“I’m very excited to take on this new position,” Hosey said. “I look forward to continuing the work of collecting and preserving the records of

this great town, and feel fortunate to have the opportunity to further build my relationships with all of the wonderful customers that come through

our doors.”

Rinaldi has been serving the town in a part-time capacity since Dec. 1, 2022, offering assistance in completing the 2022 grand list prior to the Jan. 31 deadline.

He comes to Ellington following a 23-year stint with the Town of Manchester, where he served as the deputy assessor before being promoted to Director of Assessment.

“I couldn’t be happier to have John join us,” Spielman said. “He has extensive experience in all aspects of the job, including fieldwork, valuation, and exemptions, and he's going to be an incredible asset for us.”

“I am excited to join the town of Ellington,” Rinaldi said. “The town, its residents and the staff have been so welcoming, and it is an honor to be here.”

Rinaldi may be contacted at 860-8703109 or via email at JRainaldi@ellington-ct.gov. Hosey may be contacted at 860-870-3105 or via email at DHosey@ellington-ct.gov.

New Town Assessor John Rinaldi, left, signs the grand list as new Town Clerk Donna G. Hosey watches on Jan. 26.

Photo courtesy Town of Ellington

Ellington Ellington

Legislative session gets started with flurry of activity

HARTFORD —

The legislative session is off and rolling.

February has been a flurry of examining the governor’s budget proposal, attending meetings, listening to hours of public hearing testimony, and casting my vote while in session.

I was proud to have led the effort to ensure that every child in Connecticut will continue to have access to free school lunches for the rest of the school year. This has been a hot topic since we gaveled into the 2023 legislative session as number of schools throughout the state would no longer be able to support free school lunch programs.

As a mom, a dietitian, and a legislator — this was so important to me. Ensuring access to proper nutrition in school is necessary and has a clear tie to supporting a child's ability to learn and thrive. In each area of my career, I've seen the effects of a child not being able

to access food. Besides the clear and dangerous medical effects, kids that are unable to afford school lunch can be ostracized and experience bullying.

By utilizing $60 million of federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding we were able to ensure that, at least through the remainder of this current school year, our students won't have to worry about if they will be able to have lunch.

And this is just the beginning of the work I hope we will accomplish during the remaining months of the legislative session to make Connecticut more equitable and affordable.

I’ve also co-authored many parts of legislation (SB 7 and 966) to ensure more accountability from our utility companies and lower the cost to rate payers. As the vice chair of the Energy and Technology Committee, we’ve spent weeks meeting with PURA, utility companies, distribution companies, advocates — and especially you, my constituents. It is clear that we need to

take action on this issue in a meaningful way. Although the Connecticut legislature can’t take action in our purview to address an international war’s impact on natural gas and liquefied natural gas that’s negatively impacting our rates, I will do EVERYTHING in my power to pull the levers I can to address your rates.

During a public hearing on SB 7 and 966, I questioned Avangrid – you can watch that exchange at bit.ly/3jZhkIG.

Both proposals seem to have strong support and I’m hopeful for their

progress over the next few weeks. I've heard from so many experiencing the severe cost burden of skyrocketing utility bills, increased grocery costs and in general, the rising costs of living. It is my hope as your legislator that we can all work together to find sustainable and comprehensive solutions that will help put money back in your pocket. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out to my office by phone at 800-842-8267 or email at jaime.foster@cga.ct.gov if you have any questions or would like to share your thoughts on these proposals.

Jaime Foster

Rep. Jaime Foster engages in questioning during a recent legislative session.

Photo courtesy State Rep. Jaime Foster

Center is worthwhile, but for specific purposes

On Nov. 14, 2022, a Freedom of Information request was sent to the first selectman asking how much was spent planning the East Windsor Community Center prior to the Nov. 8, 2022, Referendum Question 2. While I received a receipt acknowledging my request and acknowledgement that I would be provided responsive documents in a timely manner, three months later I still have not received that information.

Should there not be a readily available, accurate and detailed accounting of how taxpayers’ dollars are spent?

I support a “community center.”

However, town offices should not be relocated there. In my view it appears this expansion is all about town offices and not the seniors/youth.

The proposed “multigeneration expansion” would eliminate budget line items such as senior services. Monies would be consolidated and distributed without taxpayer input.

Additionally, it seems to me that the “trickle-down” effect of moving town offices will increase taxes. Growing governmental programs and services without economic development and growth will burden the taxpayer.

The current building has provided summer camps for children, church services, public meetings, scouting events, line dancing, weddings, and more. Why can’t the seniors and community use the building now without spending $5 million? It has four conference rooms, a huge kitchen, and hall.

A recent Planning and Zoning meeting mentioned a plan to install sidewalks to connect Main Street, Depot, Perri, Reservoir, Windsorville, Old Ellington, and Rye Street. Roads that surround the Kogut property and town park make the Kogut property ideal for a community center. Possibly we can even bring the

trolly train through town to a central location where events can take place.

We need to promote economic development and bring new businesses into our community to grow our grand list and reduce taxes. ARPA funds and grants should be invested in our infrastructure to improve our roads, drainage, expand sewer and water lines so businesses will invest in our community.

Remember, on Nov. 8, 2022, the voters said no to spending $5 million to renovate Scout Hall.

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Projects were selected from field of 58 applications

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drip layer, plastic lifter, plastic and drip roller, planter with wheels and spikes, water filter and fertilizer injector, and drip tape irrigation.

• Roaring Brook Farm, Ellington: modernizing a centennial dairy farm for

energy efficiency, animal health, and cleaner environment.

• Pleasant View Farms, Somers: 8foot x10-foot walk-in freezer and cattle feedlot improvement.

• Abiding Acres, Suffield: greens spinner and two caterpillar tunnels.

“Three years ago, we modified the

FTG program to better align with the needs of farmers – from new and beginning to established – and since then we have experienced a greater diversity of applications and projects. We have also begun sharing some of the success stories of farm businesses who have implemented innovative projects to

date,” Agriculture Commission Bryan P. Hurlburt said.

The 30 projects chosen were selected from 58 applications that were received.

Additional information about the program can be found at www.CTGrown.gov/Grants.

tax relief efforts

ENFIELD — The Town Council will vote on expanding senior tax relief at its meeting in March.

The Senior Tax Relief Committee has forwarded a report after considering such factors as the importance of aging in place, and senior citizens who are raising grandchildren. Increased economic pressures, inflation, and the cost of living was discussed.

The goal is to establish another “layer” or category above the current income guidelines in the Circuit Breaker Program so as to capture additional participants who are not eligible for the Circuit Breaker program, using the current state program eligibility income cut-off, currently $49,100. The committee liked this concept of addressing taxpayers with income above that amount, and with a maximum income of $60,000.

The town currently participates in a State Senior & Disabled tax relief program under CT General Statutes (s)12-170aa. In 2021, 442 Enfield taxpayers used this program, Although the program should be reimbursed by the state, in 2021 the town did not receive state reimbursement and paid $265,463 through its budget to cover this program obligation.

CGS 12-129n allows the town, at its discretion, to adopt a parallel senior and disabled tax relief program to be funded completely by town resources.

The Senior Tax Relief Committee is also proposing the establishment of a new senior volunteer tax credit — an annual tax credit of $400 per household that seniors may earn by performing a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer service between January and December at qualified nonprofit organizations.

The first tax credit for the volunteer work that occurs in the timeframe above shall be applied to the tax bill due July 1, 2024.

There are two parts to the work of the Senior Tax Relief Committee:

1. Senior and Disabled Tax Credit — Local Expansion

The town participates in the state Circuit Breaker: 2021 was 132 applications; 2022 was 355 applications; approximately 442 applications total.

Current income Brackets: $0 - $49,100 Proposal: Expand income brackets to incorporate additional senior citizens who are currently not eligible for the existing program.

The new income bracket: $49,101 - $60,000.

2. New Senior Volunteer Tax Credit Qualifying senior citizens who volunteer to provide

services to qualifying nonprofit entities located in Enfield shall be eligible for a tax credit on their real property tax bills in accordance with CT General Statutes 12-129n. In order to qualify for such benefits, the senior citizen taxpayer must occupy the property as a principal residence for the 1 year prior to filing.

The Senior Tax Relief Committee recommends $26,000 to be set aside in the budget to fund this initiative. This program will be on a first-come, first served basis.

The Senior Tax Relief Committee recommends to the Town Council that town staff develop guidelines and policies to administer the Senior Volunteer Tax Credit program, including guidelines for qualifications for participating seniors and participating nonprofits, and for timing and form of application. The Social Services Dept. will continue to process the Circuit Breaker applications. Both Social Services and Senior Center staff will work together to identify people who may be eligible for the other program(s).

The Town Council understands the economic pressures of those living on fixed incomes and it is the hope that this provides some much needed financial relief for those in our town who have been paying taxes and investing in Enfield for decades.

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(NAPSA) — According to a survey by Equation Research, more and more couples are taking a closer look at each other’s finances before walking downtheaisle.

The survey reported that 85% of brides say financial compatibility is important, with nearly half saying it is very important.

When it comes to managing personal finances within a marriage, brides and brides-to-be prefer not to be surprised for better or for worse.

According to the survey, more than six in 10 said that they started discussing marriage finances before their engagement.

“Considering the challenging economic times that have impacted all Americans, it is not surprising that our research reveals that financial compati-

bility is carefully considered by couples getting ready to exchange vows,” said Caryn Kaiser, general manager, Chase Card Services. “The data suggests that

when planning wedding

cost of a wedding hasdeclined slightly, as couples prioritize their spendingand cutcosts.

Planning for a wedding requires multiple large purchases in a short period of time.

Couples financing their wedding with credit cards appear to be putting a financial plan in place to borrow wisely.

Nine in 10 of these credit card users expect to have paid off their weddingrelated purchases within a year, including more everything off within three months.

engaged and married women strongly believe that it is important to have the same goals and open communication about their personalfinances, whether good or bad.”

According to the results, new norms of paying for a wedding have been established against the backdrop of the current challenging economic times.

The survey reveals that wedding costs are spread across the family. While an overwhelming 91% of brides contribute to the wedding, their contribution only accounts for 29% of the wedding on average.

Three out of four (75%) parents of the bride pay for a portion of the wedding, making up for approximately 33% of costs.

The survey confirms the average

“Today’s bride is a mindful borrower, with a plan in place to keep their finances on track well after the wedding,” said Kaiser. “Chase Blueprint helps these customers manage their spending and borrowing, allowing them to set up a simple plan to pay off large purchases that saves them money on interest.”

Looking at specific ways to trim costs, brides cite a variety of things they did or planned to cut back on to reduce the overall cost of the wedding.

Sixty-four percent said they would scale back on invitations, 60% on flowers, 47% on the guest list and 41% on reception liquor.

Just one in four brides, however, is willing to skimp on either the honeymoon or weddingattire. Learn More More information about Chase at www.chaseblueprint.com.

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Rotary Club’s donation to The Network focuses on maternal, child health

ENFIELD — The Network (The Network Against Domestic Abuse) recently. was the recent recipient of donations from the Rotary Club of Enfield.

The Rotary Club of Enfield was awarded a Rotary District 7890 grant to assist The Network. The Enfield Club’s donation of $1,205 was matched by the district with another $1,205.

While Rotary has seven areas of focus, this donation benefits maternal and child health.

The club was able to purchase 32 comforter/sheet sets, eight sets of cookware which each include pots, pans and utensils, as well as eight sets of bath towels.

Many of these items will be put to use in Julie’s Safe House, while some will be provided to families as they move out of shelter and into their own homes.

A new dryer was also purchased thanks to the joint efforts of the Rotary Club of Enfield and P.C. Richards and Son.

For more information regarding The Network (The Network Against Domestic Abuse), please visit thenetworkct.org.

To learn about Rotary Club of Enfield visit enfieldctrotary.org

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Rotarian Jo Ann Walk and Cubby, The Network’s Executive Director Karen Foley O’Connor, and Rotary Club of Enfield President Julie Cotnoir.

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Somers Community Fund grants will aid 6 nonprofit organizations

Scenes from the Opera House Players presentation of “The Bridges of Madison County.”

Photos courtesy of Opera House Players

Opera House Players successfully span ‘Bridges of Madison County’

ENFIELD — The Opera House Players presented “The Bridges of Madison County” weekends from Feb. 10-26 at the Enfield Annex at 124 N. Maple St.

The production was directed by John Pike, with musical direction by Kim Aliczi, and movement direction by Sarah Rose Stack. “The Bridges of Madison County” is based on the bestselling novel by Robert James Waller,

which inspired a film starring Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood.

The stellar cast lead by Lindsay Ryan and Tim Reilly as Francesca and Robert.

There was no denying the chemistry between these talented performers, as they are married in real life, having met several years ago while working on another Opera House Players production.

SOMERS — The Somers Greater Together Community Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving has awarded $32,993 in the latest round of need-inspired grants to local nonprofits that are addressing issues in Somers ranging from outdoor recreation, youth activities, and safety.

Somers Community Fund was established in 2019 by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and is overseen by the Somers Community Fund Advisory Committee, made up of Somers residents. The fund’s purpose is to support residents in taking ownership of the needs in their towns, encourage broad and inclusive civic engagement, and anchor the Hartford Foundation in Somers.

Grants were awarded to the following six nonprofits serving Somers:

•Somers Little League: $10,000 for a well and sprinkler system to allow irrigation of playing fields behind Town Hall and restore them to safe playing conditions.

• Scantic River Watershed Association: $5,493 for the Scantic River

Stream Team to provide a hands-on experiential activity for students interested in environmental science, field-basedscience, and/or citizen science.

•Somers Recreation and Leisure Services: $7,000 to install a Disc Golf Course at Field Road Park.

•Somers Youth Services: $5,000 to purchase games and equipment for the new youth after school drop-in center.

•Somers Fire Department: $3,000 to purchase heated AED cabinets to install public access automated external defibrillatorss at Field Road Park and the field behind Town Hall.

•Somers SafeGrad: $2,500 to support a safe, alcohol free grad event for the 2023 senior class of Somers High School.

Somers Greater Together provides the opportunity for organizations and individuals to make tax-deductible contributions to support the needs of Somers.

To donate: visit hfpg.org/ SomersGreaterTogetherEndowed or hfpg.org/SomersGreaterTogetherCurrent.

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SOMERS — Somers Comes

Together is the area’s local underage substance use prevention council, charged with facilitating open conversations between town leaders, schools, faith communities, sports and recreation, police, fire, youth and social services, and others. The voices of youth and parents are included to ensure a well-rounded approach to help prevent and reduce the use of substances that are illegal, or only permitted for ages 21 and up.

In January, three leaders from SCT traveled to Washington, D.C., to attend a training by the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America.

Aiden Matthews, Youth Service coor-

Rotary Club offers scholarships to Somers High School seniors

SOMERS — The Rotary Club of Somers is offering up to 12 scholarships to high school seniors who reside in Somers.

Three of these scholarships are in recognition of past Somers Rotarians.

The Chipouras scholarship honors Peter Chipouras and is awarded to a student seeking a vocational career.

The Bordeaux scholarship is in honor of past Somers Rotary President, Cliff Bordeaux, who passed away in 2020.

The Larabee scholarship is in honor of past Somers Rotary President, John Larabee, who passed away in 2022.

dinator for the town, Margot Martello, Middle School Principal, and Shannon Radlo, high school social worker were in attendance and also with U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney to discuss prevention strategies amongst other coalitions from the state.

“Having the opportunity to go to CADCA gave me a great perspective on the work we can do with our youth in the community,” Matthews said. The trainings, networking, and examples of youth leadership represented a notable example of what we can do here in Somers.

“Being alongside other coalitions who care deeply about their communities was a wonderful experience.”

Application forms can be obtained directly from the Somers High School Guidance Department or downloaded from itswebsite: https://hs.somers.k12.ct.us/counseling_and_support_services (see Scholarship Information section).

The deadline to submit applications is Saturday, April 8.

Applications are evaluated based upon a variety of criteria, including academic performance, community service, extracurricular activities, sports, leadership, and financial need.

Applicants also are required to submit an essay explaining what the Rotary motto “Service Above Self” means to them and how it might apply to their future endeavors.

Recipients of this year’s scholarships will be recognized at the Somers High School Senior Awards Night and at a Wednesday night Rotary meeting in June.

Over the years, the Somers Rotary Club has awarded over $275,000 in scholarships.

Funding for scholarships is raised through a variety of Rotary community events.

Aiden Matthews, Margot Martello and Shannon Radlo during their trip to Washington for training by the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America.

Photo courtesy of Somers Comes Together

SCT members come together with other coalitions in Washington trip

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Honor

SOMERS — These students were named to the second quarter Somers High School honor roll for the 2022-23 school year.

GRADE 12

High honors: Evalina Bruel, Nicholas Calcasola, Michael Croyle, Erin Donohue, Gracie Flynn, Robin Gaskell, Sarah Gill, Alexa Gladysz, Kaija Hjelm, Madison Juzba, April Kelly, Meghan Martowska-White, Alexis Maurice, Elena Riggins, Sadie Vesco.

Honors: Brandon Anderson, Mackenzie Bridge, Benjamin Campion, Laura Catellier, Gabriel D’Amour, Deidre Dalessio, Devon Dalessio, Raya Davis, Isabella Gaither, Tait Gaudet, Madison Gebo, Mackenzie Goodwin, Katherine Grondin, Ryan Halligan, Alex Hinds, Renee Hoague, James Johnson, Kalvin Long, James Maskill, Alivia McClenahan, Colby

McCormick, Samantha Peacock, Destinee Pizarro, Kiara RamirezRobles, Jenna Riley, Olivia Riley, Concetta Shewokis, Amanda Tardiff, Hallie Watt.

GRADE 11

High honors: Trinity Baj, Braden Davis, Faith Denault, Cody Ferrero, Kate Gebo, Olivia Gengenbach, Alessandra Gioscia, Chloe Gowdy, Kristina Haraga, Maya Hudroge, Dylan Kukulka, Dara Salka, Sara St. Germain, Melea Wolters, Eliana Wood, Lauren Zapolski.

Honors: Mei Bissaillon, Kathryn Brown, Isabella Caye, Grace Chagnon, Jedric Clark, Saige Corbin, Riley Crowel, Alexa Damboragian, Dylan Doody, David Gall, Riley Hareld, Taylor Illuzzi, Teegan Illuzzi, Audrey Mahoney, Grace McGuinness, Rebecaa Munson, Taylor Mynahan, Brooke Novak, Daisy Parker, Sullivan Quirk, Amanda Trask, Jennali Turner, Trent White.

GRADE 10

High honors: Andrew Cardwell, Jack Chester, McKenna Halligan, Chloe Mike, Juliette Mira, Savanah Paquette, Maya Serrano.

Honors: Noelle Benedict, Angelina Bollinger, Jack Brayton, Jake Breton, Kathryn Burnett, Stephanie Burzynski, Mia Cardinale, Sydney Cassidy, Emma Cicciarella, Avery D’Amour, Ava DePeau, Lily Duff, James Gall, Rosabella Grimaldi, Emma Grimes, Madeline Guyette, Allie Hafford, Lyndsey Hale, Alyzabeth Halmers, Ethan Hartman, Bryce Huestis, Cowen Joyal, Yanni Karaja, Aubrie Kobjack, Krysta Laboda, Aiden Leiphart, Cooper Leonard, Kinsey Loupe, Ashley Lyons, Cody Marks, Eleanor McLellan, Jack Olearcek, Evan Olearczyk, Fiona Pham, Katelyn Provencher, Jocelyn Randall, Eric Renzoni, Christopher Rogers, Cristian Rosulschi, Thomas Saso, Sophia Thomas, Emma Waters.

GRADE 9

High honors: Madeleine Dennis, Delaney Drinan, Olivia Egan, Theodore Grzelak, Sophia LaBua, Evan Poulin, Zoe Root, Madeleine Salka, Julia Settevendemie, Declan Sutter.

Honors: William Accorsi, Ellianna Brooks, Cole Delskey, Justin Felch, Nathan Gauvreau, Natalie Hoague, Elizabeth Johnson, Gabrielle Kradas, Riley Maurice, Benjamin Medrek, Michael Mendoza-Cruz, Ian Nunes, Leo Nunes, Daniella Percoski, Nathan Poirier, Henry Rezende, Hailey Schafer, Molly Tabb.

Obit Obit

SOMERS — Maryann (DeVarney) Carra, 74, of Somers, passed away peacefully on Feb. 1, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Maryann was born on Dec. 16, 1948, in Springfield, Mass., to the late Marrita and George DeVarney. She attended Cathedral High School and Springfield Technical Institute and went on to work as a Surgical Technician for five years at Mercy Hospital’s Major Surgery.

Maryann met her high school sweetheart, Tony in 1962. She and her soulmate married in 1968 and have been together every day since. They built their forever home in Somers, where they brought up their three sons. After her youngest went to school full time,

Maryann went to work at Somers Elementary School as a paraprofessional which she enjoyed for 18 years.

Maryann’s “happy place” was their cottage in Old Lyme, where they would spend the summers with family and friends, being at the beach, playing cards, games, late night conversations and making lifetime memories. Along with playing the slots at Mohegan Sun, crafting and traveling with Tony, Maryann loved to read and do crossword puzzles.

Her greatest joy was being with family, especially her four grandsons. Maryann is survived by her devoted husband Anthony Carra; her three sons and their spouses Scott (Claire) of Portland,

joy was family

Ore., Brett (Wes) of Enfield, and Nicholas (Lauren) of Ellington, and her grandsons Peter, Jack, Ben and Nolan, all of whom she loved deeply. She also leaves her beloved sister, Ann Feeney of Enfield, and her many nieces, nephews and their spouses. She was predeceased by her sister Linda Grigg of Florida and her brother Brad DeVarney of Enfield, who she missed and loved dearly.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Maryann's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

For more information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.forastiere.com

Hearts go out to vets

Students from Somers, Stafford, West Stafford, and Woodstock elementary schools reached out to local veterans with valentine's cards. State Rep. Kurt Vail hosted the “Valentines for Veterans” campaign.

Maryann Carra

Photo courtesy of Somers Dept. of Veterans Affairs

Stillwater Grill opens, offers pub-style food

STAFFORD — On Monday, Feb. 13, Stafford welcomed the Stillwater Grill to the community with a ribbon cutting to commemorate and congratulate the new restaurant at 328 East St., just before their doors open for business.

The Stillwater Grill offers scratch made, American Pub style food featuring everything from burgers and wraps to salads, steaks, Wisconsin brats, Street Tacos and more.

House favorites include fried pork sliders and a fried chicken sandwich.

Hours of operation:

Monday-Friday: 3 p.m.-1 a.m.

Saturday: Noon-1 a.m.

Sunday: Noon-11 p.m

Winterbrook Farm owner mourned

Kirby Judd died at age 97 on Feb. 13. Judd, along with his wife Jo, who died in 2013, were remembered as having an immeasurable impact on agriculture in Stafford and Tolland County. Kirby and Jo mentored many young people to pursue their passion for agriculture, according to one remembrance posted on Facebook. More remembrances can be seen on the Aisling Farm Facebook page, along with other photos of Kirby and Jo.

Photo courtesy of Aisling Farm

Owners Amy Ethier and Andy Green exchange a high-five after the Stillwater Grill ribbon-cutting. Holding the ribbon at either end are Ethier’s daughters, Kennedy and Megan.

Photo courtesy Stillwater Grill

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Spring Sizzler contender is smooth as Silk

STAFFORD SPRINGS — When Stafford Speedway kicks off its 2023 season with the 51st annual NAPA Spring Sizzler, Ron Silk is sure to be counted among the pre-race favorites.

Silk and the No. 16 Blue Mountain Machine / Future Homes team finished third in last year’s Sizzler and won the season ending NAPA Fall Final in September.

With an average finish of 4.3 in three Stafford starts last season, Silk and his team are eager to return to the Connecticut half-mile facility.

“The team and I are certainly looking forward to coming back to Stafford,” said Silk. “We thought the Sizzler was an awesome event last year with a lot of cars, a lot of people in the stands, and a really good payday. We ran well in the Sizzler and finished third but we needed just a little more to be able to keep up with Matt [Hirschman] and Ryan [Preece]. We made some improvements over the two remaining races we ran at Stafford and it was really good to get a win at the Fall Final last year. It’s a new year and a new race, but it’s always nice

to come back to a track after your last visit there was a victory. We’ll try to take all the positives we can from the Fall Final to the Sizzler but you’re still going to have to have a fast car and make the right decisions, so we still have a little bit of work ahead of us.”

“We’re all pumped for the Sizzler,” said Silk’s co-car owner Joe Yannone.

“Ronnie is comfortable at Stafford and

the team always has a great time when we race there. We feel like our car has everything it takes to make it happen at Stafford so we’re all looking forward to the Sizzler. The Sizzler will be one of our highlight races for the 2023 season for sure and we’re definitely confident and looking forward to April.”

Last year’s 50th running of “The Greatest Race in the History of Spring”

brought about several changes to the format. “I was really impressed with the atmosphere. It felt like being at the track 15 or 20 years ago when I was younger with a buzz around the track and the race,” Silk said.

The Spring Sizzler will be April 29 and 30. For details, visit staffordspeedway.com, follow Stafford Speedway on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or call 860-684-2783.

Ron Silk and members of his team celebrate a win.

Photo courtesy of Stafford Motor Speedway

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Library news

March 4, 10:30 a.m.: Music and Motion. Music, stories, motion and more with music therapist Renee Coro. No registration required.

March 4, noon: LEGO Club. A monthly child-led program that provides an opportunity to build, collaborate, and share your creations in our display case. No registration required.

Matthew Neves, Nicholas Angeli, William Naraghi stand with Nancy Strong. Not pictured is Katherine Freeman.

Good citizens earn honor, scholarships

The Captain Noah Chapter of the DAR recently honored these students: Katherine Freeman, Tolland High School; Matthew Neves, Stafford High School; William Naraghi, Ellington High School; and Nicholas Angeli, Rockville High School.

Each student was presented with a DAR Good Citizen pin and a Claire F. Olsen Memorial Scholarship.

Presenting the awards Feb. 12 at Hall Memorial Library were Anne Irvine Savo, chapter regent, and Nancy Strong, chapter chairman DAR Good Citizens.

The Claire F. Olson Memorial

Scholarship Fund was established in 1980. The family of Claire Forbes Olson chose Captain Noah Grant Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution as a memorial to Olson. In her quiet way Olson worked for the betterment of her community and its schools. She took a keen interest in community affairs and made her voice heard while never neglecting her prime obligations as a wife and homemaker. It was decided to establish a permanent scholarship fund in her memory and to present good citizens an annual award from the interest earned.

March 7, 6 p.m.: Pokemon Club. Join fellow trainers to talk, battle, trade (with parent’s permission), or show off your collection. This is a child-led program for elementary age children. Register at staffordlibrary.org.

March 10, 5 p.m.: Teen Movie Night: “Warm Bodies” (PG-13, ). Teens are invited to a special after-hours movie. Pizza and popcorn will be provided. Register at staffordlibrary.org.

March 11, noon: Puppet Show: The Reluctant Dragon. What happens when Harold, a young village boy, discovers a dragon in the mountains? Can Harold convince the villagers that the dragon just wants to be friends? Based on the story by Kenneth Grahame, this show is suitable for ages 4-11. Register at staffordli-

brary.org.

March 14, 6 p.m.: OASIS: Open Art Studio In Stafford. OASISis a monthly open art studio night for Adults and Teens. Materials will be provided. Register at staffordlibrary.org.

March 18, 10:30 a.m.: Read to the Dogs. Ages 5 to 12 are invited to read a short story or chapter of a book to the Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs. These friendly four-legged pups are trained to be great listeners. Children can bring a book they may choose one from the library collection. Registration is required. at staffordlibrary.org.

March 20, 6 p.m.: Stafford Library Unplugged. Celebrate the official first day of spring with an acoustic jam session. Adults and teens are invited to bring acoustic instruments (guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, banjos, harmonicas, even just your voice.) No experience is required; this is a just-for-fun opportunity to play easy songs with other musicians. Chord charts with easy songs will be provided. Register at staffordlibrary.org.

March 28, 6:30 p.m.: Stafford Library Book Club. New members are welcome. Register at staffordlibrary.org.

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Suffield Suffield Town teams with others on hazardous waste

SUFFIELD — The Town of Suffield is partnering with the towns of Avon, Canton, Granby, Simsbury and Farmington to provide household hazardous waste collection days.

The collections are only open to residents of those six towns. For more information, contact the Suffield Public Works Department at 860-668-3890.

Collection days for 2023 are Saturday, March 25, in Farmington and Saturday, June 10, in Simsbury.

Residents must bring identification and remain in your car.

Saturday, March 25 — Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Farmington High School 10 Monteith Drive, Farmington.

Saturday, June 10 — Hours: 8 a.m. to

1 p.m., Simsbury Public Works 66 Town Forest Road, Simsbury.

There will also be free collection of:

• Electronics: computers, TVs, etc. (accepted at Suffield landfill).

• Used motor oil collection (also collected curbside next to blue recycling cart).

• Personal document shredding until the trucks are full (limit two boxes).

Acceptable hazardous waste collection items include:

• Lawn care chemicals — fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides.

• Mercury containing items — switches, thermometers, thermostats, motion detectors.

• Household products — acids, adhesives, aerosol cans, bleach, ammonia,

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• Paints, latex or oil based — OK, but go to www.paintcare.org for a recycling location near you

• Stains, polyurethane, sealers — OK, but go to www.paintcare.org for recycling near you

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