May 21, 2024

Peter’s Rock Hike

North Haven: The Board of Peter’s Rock Association invites all to come and celebrate National Trails’ Day on Sun., June 2, from 1-3pm, and HIKE the ROCK with us on a guided hike to the Summit. The park is located at 133 Middletown Avenue (behind First Fuel Gas Station). The Red Trail will lead us to the Summit which is the highest elevation in North Haven.

The hike is open to all and is free of charge. Please go to www. petersrockassociation.org or write to: info@petersrockassoc iation.org for more information concerning the park. Please wear appropriate shoes for hiking. Severe weather cancels.

FOR SALE: 2 large heavy iron T’s for hanging clothes, asking $99; (203) 484-4789

FOR SALE: Frigidaire AC 15,000 BTU, used four seasons, remote, all paperwork, support bracket and hardware $200; (203) 2395982 •

FOR SALE: (Took down above ground pool & deck.) Selling DE pump & ladder. Various sizes of 2”x10” PT lumber, 144 pcs. of cedar spindles; (203) 623-7476 •

North Haven: On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Ralph Casciello was chosen to go on the Honor Flight of Connecticut. Honored as a Vietnam veteran of the United States Air Force. There were Korean and Vietnam veterans totaling 51. They were honored for their dedication and duty and service to our country. They were thanked throughout the day as they visited the capitol in Washington D.C. visiting the majestic monuments along the Korean Memorial and Vietnam Wall.

North Haven

Memorial Library

17 Elm Street, North Haven

HOMEBOUND

DELIVERY SERVICE

The North Haven Memorial Library is proud to announce a new homebound delivery service of library materials, in conjunction with Sarah, INC. to residents of North Haven.

If you are homebound and unable to get to the library to borrow books, movies, etc., please call us to schedule a delivery. Deliveries are available on Tuesday and Friday mornings, on a rst come, rst served basis.

To learn more or schedule a delivery, please call the library at (203) 239-5803.

Town of North Haven

REFUSE COLLECTION: MEMORIAL DAY

North Haven Public Works Field Operations wishes to advise all North Haven residents that the refuse collection for the week of May 27th will be Delayed One Day. The Recycling Center on Elm Street will be closed on Monday. It will be open from 8am-noon Tuesday-Friday and 8am-1:45pm on Saturday.

Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday!

Edward Smith Library

3 Old Post Rd., Northford

UPCOMING EVENTS

MAY 21-29

To register for events at the library, visit the Events Calendar at our website: https://northbran ford.librarycalendar.com/ or call (203) 484-0469.

Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang: Tues., May 21, 7-8pm, online event. Conversation with R.F. Kuang, author of the bestselling novel Yellowface, about diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation. Register to receive instructions for this virtual event; visit https://libraryc.org/nbranford libraries/47397.

Holiday Closings: The Smith Library will be closed on Sat., May 25 & Mon., May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

Ask-A-Lawyer: Wed., May 29, 6:30-7:30pm. Free, 15-min. consultation with a lawyer to help you with your legal issues. First come, rst served. Register with a library staff member the evening of the event. Sponsored by the New Haven Bar Association.

Memorial Day Parade and Observances

North Haven: American Legion Post 76 in North Haven is sponsoring the 78th Memorial Day Parade on Sat., May 25 at 10:30am. Residents are encouraged to nd seating along the route, which starts at the High School, goes east on Bailey Rd., then north on Maple Ave., continues on Church Street, and ends at the corner of Church and St. John Streets. The grandstand will be located at the Green, across from Town Hall.

The year’s parade grand marshal is Wayne Morgan.

Parade participants include North Haven youth sports teams, the North Haven Police and Fire departments, the, the Governor’s Foot Guard, Naval Submarine Base, New London’s “Silver Dolphins”, the North Haven High School marching band and the Connecticut Hurricanes Drum & Bugle Corps.

Following the parade, there will be a ceremony on the Green featuring the North haven High School band, remarks by North Haven ofcials and a presentation about Memorial Day. The

parade will be broadcast live on NHTV.

In the event of inclement weather, the parade will be held on Saturday, June 1st.

For questions, please contact Nick Mastroianni at (203) 4300411. E-mail: snm1986@yahoo. com. • • • •

WANTED: Old tools, musical instruments, military, Winchesters, Colts, antique guns & old hunting & shing. We buy gold & silver coins and jewelry. Anything related to vintage jewelry. Call Joe, (203) 488-7271 •

FOR SALE: New Huffy Exist 20” BMX bike, neon green, local pickup $90 cash only; call or text (203) 530-1045

FOR SALE: New Schmidt extra large coveralls with tag, asking $20; 2 pairs of annel lined jeans, new, size 40, asking $25 each; (203) 285-5628 •

WANTED: Antique country store items, old tins, bins, signs, boxes or anything related; (203) 915-7662 • FREE: Futon. You pick up. (203) 819-0653 •

I WAS JUST THINKING...........

By Sally J. Buemi Selectman, Town of

North Haven

I was just thinking about how I can convince you folks to vote in the Budget Referendum on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. All voting will take place at the Rec. Center between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM. PLEASE VOTE!!

When I served on the Board of Finance (BOF) from 1985-1989, there were no Referendums. Back then, the budget was voted on by the people at the Budget Town Meeting. This meant that the budget was adopted (never rejected) by approximately 100 people who showed up at the meeting. Most were town employees. It was not a very democratic system.

But along came a woman named Ann Rocco and she formed the North Haven Taxpayer’s Association. Using State law, she forced the Town to have a town-wide Referendum starting in 1991 and about 5,000 people voted. We’ve had Budget Referendums ever since. Since that time, approximately 20% of proposed budgets have been rejected, forcing the BOF to come up with a lower budget. One year, again in the early 90s, the budget was rejected 5 times!! Twice now, in 2010 and 2015, Mr. Freda’s proposed budget was rejected. Thanks to Mrs. Rocco, democracy has had a ghting chance here in North Haven. However, last year, only about 700 people voted in the Referendum. Mr. Freda and I have both publicly asked for a better turnout this year.

The proposed budget for the upcoming scal year will raise your taxes – a lot, by 8.1%. And remember, your taxes went up 6.3% this year. Ination has been blamed for these tax increases. But I have simply not seen such high increases in other Towns. Yes, many towns are increasing taxes but in the 3-4% range. Wallingford is the highest I’ve seen with a tax increase of 5.4%, still well below our 8.1%.

I believe we created too many new positions in recent years when we had federal pandemic money pouring in. That money is gone, and now the taxpayers must pay. Wages alone are up $1 million on the town side of this proposed budget (page 45). And other employee related line items like social security, pension and medical are also much higher. Everybody gets raises every year. One position in the Finance ofce has a $17,000 raise this year. (page 41).

Please review the budget. It is available on-line, at the Town’s website, click on Finance Dept., then Fiscal year budget 2024/2025. Make your own conclusions, but please vote on May 21st.

K of C May Family of the Month

Hamden: The Knights of Columbus Council 14664, has selected the Lucas Family as May’s Family of the Month.

Bill, Gail and their daughter Kerry have been active for many years in the SPVI parish (starting with St Joan of Arc then merging with OLMC). Bill and Gail have supported many of the activities involved with Social justice from packing up food for the Thanksgiving food drive to collecting bottles for babies (fundraiser). In the past with Kerry, they would make and deliver sandwiches to the New Haven homeless. Gail and Kerry have volunteered with Habitat for humanity. Each is always willing to share their time and talent with those in need. Bill is a Sacristan at OLMC, as well as EM and alter server. Bill is also the Retreat chairman for the annual Men’s retreat for OLMC attending for well over 25 years. Kerry currently is serving on the Parish Council and can be seen welcoming parishioners during weekend masses.

Whether together or separate, the Lucas’s who are avid runners can be seen not only on the Farmington Canal but running from one parish sponsored event to another- always willing to lend a hand as they continue to do God’s work.

to the Editor

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NH Town Budget Needs to be Streamlined

To The Editor: May 15, 2024

North Haven has been a great place to live and to raise a family. We have enjoyed a lower tax base than our neighbors such as Hamden, Wallingford, West Haven and others. The town has always had good leadership and has been fiscally responsible, and residents have enjoyed a good quality of life.

Over the last two to three years, we have been faced with runaway inflation and unforeseen cost of living. Home and auto insurance have increased 35%, groceries 30-40%, gas and energy, well, you don’t need me to tell you. It costs an average of $11,000 more to run a household vs 2021.

The proposed town budget calls for an increase of 2.65 mills. This equates to an 8.1% increase. Just one year ago we had a 1.94 mill increase which equates to a 5.9% increase. That is a 14% increase in two years. Has the average North Haven household’s income increased that much in two years? In times like these we need to be more fiscally responsible than ever, and do not want to wind up spending recklessly as they do in Washington, DC. I recently retired from a company where last year we have a 30% reduction in the workforce. We all had to step to the plate and pick up the slack and were able to meet the demands of management.

Now, I’m certainly not asking for a 30% reduction, but what I am saying is we need to bring spending more in line and putting less strain on people’s budgets. East Haven proposed a budget with a 4.55% increase, and North Branford’s was at 3.9% which is more in line with the mainstream. I encourage everyone to vote No on May 21st to this budget and have the Board of Finance come back with a more reasonable budget, perhaps in the 4 to 5% range.

Gregory Brozek, North Haven

Prioritize Safety on Memorial Day

To The Editor: May 15, 2024

This Memorial Day, Americans will pause to honor the courageous men and women in uniform who gave their lives to defend our nation’s freedom and security. Whatever plans you have for the long weekend, we invite you to join all of us at Dichello Distributors, Inc. in celebrating our fallen heroes on May 27th and raising a glass in their honor. For many Americans, the long weekend also represents the start of summer gatherings, and unfortunately it has become one of the most dangerous times of year for drivers on our roads. If your plans involve drinking, remember to prioritize the essential thing that our service members fought to uphold: our safety and wellbeing. Drunk driving is 100% preventable and we can all do our part to keep our loved ones and neighbors safe by leaving the car keys at home.

Over the last 35 years, Anheuser-Busch and its wholesaler partners have invested more than $1 billion in community-based programs and initiatives to prevent underage drinking, impaired driving and other harmful uses of alcohol. All of us at Dichello Distributors are once again teaming up with Anheuser-Busch, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Uber to encourage all to Decide To Ride by planning ahead for a safe ride home if you are drinking.

Thank you for your support of this shared mission to put an end to drunk driving. We wish you a memorable and safe Memorial Day. Tony Lota, Alcohol Awareness and Education Coordinator Dichello Distributors, Inc., Orange, CT

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WANTED: Buying older beer cans, flats, conetops, single cans or entire collections; (203) 915-7662 • FOR SALE: Vintage English bicycle, Raleigh Royal Tourist, 3-speed, 26”, asking $100; (203) 444-1429 • FOR SALE: Oak wooden toy box, exc. cond., barely used, 36Lx18Dx18H, $100; (203) 605-0472

FOR SALE: New Huffy Exist 20” BMX bike, neon green, local pickup $90 cash only; call or text (203) 530-1045

North Haven’s Music Under the Stars 2024

Opening Concert is Tuesday, May 28th Rich DiPalma at 7:00PM

North Haven: Local vocalist

Rich DiPalma is known throughout Connecticut primarily as an Italian American Tenor. Rich will display his musical versatility by performing a variety of songs from many different genres, oldies, doo-wop, and songs of crooners like Sinatra, Dean Martin and Bobby Darin. Rich and fellow singer Kaite Corda put a modem twist on classic songs of yesteryear.

Tuesday, June 4th “Beau Bolero Tribute to Steely Dan” Outstanding musicians and premier vocalists perform a broad spectrum of dance music from 70’s R&B to current hits. Their uptempo sets keep the dance floor full with hits from great artists such as Earth Wind and

Summer, Michael Jackson, Chic, Justin Timberlake and Bruno Mars.

FOR SALE: Patio dining set, great cond., glass top octagon table with 6 mesh sling chairs, taupe color $170; (203) 530-1045

FOR SALE: Girl’s 26” bike $80; like new, oval small coffee table $25; tall standing fan $10; (203) 269-1259

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WANTED: 1900 thru 1960 cars & trucks, parts, tools, road signs & memorabilia; (203) 265-2530, no texts •

FOR SALE: Chicco GoFit Plus backless booster car seat, quick release latch with mat $35; call or text, (203) 530-1045 •

Town of North Haven Presents

2024 Music Under the Stars

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PLATIUM SPONSORS BEIRNE

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7:00pm - North Haven Green

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BEAU BOLERO

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LUDAL’S RESTAURANT

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TAG SALES

Garage, Rummage, Estate Sales, Flea Market

NORTH HAVEN

TAG SALE: Sat. & Sun., May 25 & 26, 9am-3pm, 8 North Avenue, North Haven. Rain cancels. Lots of good bargains including books.

2024 Summer Camp! The Olympics

North Branford Public Schools proudly presents: 2024 Summer Camp! The Olympics, June 17 through August 9 at Jerome Harrison Elementary School, 335 Foxon Rd., North Branford; 8am4pm programming!

Registration Now Open! Fun and creative enrichment activities! Available to students entering Grades 1-8. Please visit: www.northbranford schools.org. Under the “Summer Camp” tab for registration information.

FOR SALE: Rain-X windshield washer uid, 2 gals. $5; 4” bench vise, swivel base $35; (203) 606-5268

FOR SALE: Reese aluminum tri-fold ramp, never used, orig. $199, asking $100; (203) 285-5625 •

FOR SALE: Beige sofa bed, clean and in good cond. You remove. Asking $100; (203) 865-2795 •

THE NORTH HAVEN SONS & DAUGHTERS OF ITALY will hold its third annual Car Show on Sat., August 10 (rain date Aug. 17), from 9am-2pm on the grounds of St. Therese Church, 555 Middletown Ave., North Haven. Vendor/Craft space is available for $25 and must be reserved in advance. You will be granted a 15’ x 15’ space where you can erect a pop-up tent and along with a 1’ x 2’ x 3’ sign within the space. Set-ups will begin at 7:30am on a rst-come/rst serve basis. For vendor form and contract, please contact Mark DeFranco at (203) 213-5378 or mdefranco@snet.net.

GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convince. Grassy Hill Auctions (203) 868-1816; GrassyHill Auctions.com

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 3 Trumbull Place, North Haven (at the top of the North Haven Green), will hold their annual Tag Sale on Sat., June 1st, 8am-1pm, indoors and open rain or shine! Come and nd housewares, toys, dishes, electronics, craft items, small furniture, and more!

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, ST AMBROSE COUNCIL 6801 is looking for vendors to ll 86 spaces, 15’Wx28’D at their annual Spring Giant 80,000 sq. ft. Tag Sale/Flea Market on Sat., June 1st (rain dates June 8, 15 & 22) at Doody’s Field, 465 Foxon Rd., North Branford, from 8am-3pm. Free admission and off-road parking. To reserve a space, call (203) 484-9737. The cost is $42 per space paid before May 27, after this date +$5 late fee. Vendors must provide their own tables and be in their space before 7:30am.

Scheduled Bus Trips

MOHEGAN SUN CASINO: Mon., June 24. Pick up at Miller Library, Hamden at 8:30am, leaving the Casino at 3:30pm. Cost is $35. Please call Arlene at (203) 248-8936 for information and reservations.

HORIZONS TRAVELERS BUS TRIPS: “Daniel” at the Sight & Sound Theater: Wed., Thurs., Fri., June 5-7. 3 days / 2 nights / 2 shows. 2 nights stay at the lovely Eden Resort & Suites. Roundtrip Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation. 2 Full Breakfast Buffet at the Hotel. Reserved Orchestra Floor Seats at the Sight & Sound Theater for “Daniel.” Dinner & Show at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater. Dinner at Yoder’s Unlimited Delicious Buffet. Kitchen Kettle Village. Shopping at Green Dragon Market. Hotel luggage handling, taxes + gratuities. $558 pp triple, $578 pp double, $698 single person. $100 deposit per person with reservation. Motor Coach Bus pickups for trips: 8am: Miller Library, 2901 Dixwell Ave., Hamden; 8:30am: Commuter Parking Lot, Exit 40, off I-95, 332 Old Gate Lane, Milford. Please call if interested in joining our fun trips: Carrie, (203) 231-5637; Liz, (203) 671-9384.

A FEW TICKETS LEFT TO SEE “SOUTH PACIFIC” at Goodspeed Opera House on Wed., June 26 for the 2pm performance. Bus leaves Commuter Lot on Hartford Tpke. & Devine St., North Haven at 10:30am. $160 includes bus, driver’s tip, orchestra seats and lunch at the Gelson House. Call Sue, (203) 530-4561 or Helen, (203) 2811221.

Summer Camp Registration

Hamden: Area you looking for some fun this summer for your children? They don’t need to be bored sitting at home, come let them make new friends and lasting childhood memories! Come see what the Town of Hamden has to offer! We have something for everyone!

Our programs are reasonably priced and geared for kids ages 3½ - 14. We offer full day & half day programs, fun camps, educational programs and numerous sports clinics. Our camps consist of eld trips, daily organized activities, and theme days to outdoor adventure.

Call the Recreation Ofce at (203) 287-2579, or visit the Recreation Ofce located on the main floor of Hamden Government Center, 2750 Dixwell Avenue.

Registration takes place now thru June 6th Late registration will begin June 7th. To register, go online for our new registration form for Hamden Recreation Camps:

• Munchkins: Ages 3½ to Kindergarten

• Rascals: Grades 1 & 2

• Green Dragons: Grades 3 & 4

• Gold Dragons: Grades 5-7

• Extreme: Grades 7-9

• Camp Brooksvale: Ages 6-14

Registration for these specialty camps must be done in person: Creative Kids Summer Arts Program: Grades kindergarten thru 6

Mad Science: Entering grades 1 thru 6

Build with Ricky, LLC: Grades kindergarten thru 5

To register for the above specialty camps, please visit the Recreation Ofce located on the main oor of Hamden Government Center, 2750 Dixwell Avenue Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-4:30pm. On Tues., May 21 and Mon., June 17, the Hamden Recreation Ofce will be open until 7pm. There are also several sports clinics offerings, such as Slamma-Jamma Basketball Clinics, Hamden Rovers Soccer, Tennis & Fitness - ages 12 & under, and much more!

For further information, please contact Recreation Supervisor, Sallie Lowry, at (203) 287-2581 or by email at slowry@hamden. com, or Recreation Supervisor, Nicole Brown-Johnson, at (203) 287-2584 or by email at njohn son@hamden.com.

Entertainment

THE HAGAMAN

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on its front lawn (weather permitting - in case of rain, the concert will be held in the library’s DeMayo room), presenting a program of patriotic music, past and present, on Sat., May 25 at 2pm. Tom will perform some songs from the Civil War period, also the title song “America” (“My Country ‘Tis Of Thee”); “America the Beautiful” along with the service anthems from the various branches of the military, and other songs. Interspersed among the classic songs, Tom will add some of his original songs to the program. For a local connection to the American Revolution, Tom will sing his original song entitled, “The Old Stone Church.” This concert, sponsored by Connecticut Humanities, is free and open to everyone. Please register ahead to reserve your seat by calling the library at: (203) 468-3890 or send an email to Cynthia, Community Services Librarian at: cgwiazda@hagaman library.org

Local Shows & Exhibits

ART SHOW AT AOASCC: The Art of Aging is a celebration of creativity expressed by people over the age of 60 who have discovered the satisfaction of blending art and life. The Agency on Aging of South-Central CT, 117 Washington Ave., North Haven, is hosting the annual Art of Aging exhibition throughout the month and ends with a closing celebration on Thurs., June 20 at 12 noon. At the closing reception, prizes will be awarded to the rst and second place winners in the categories of painting and photography. Call for more information: (203) 785 8533, x3165, Leslie Pruitt or (203) 785-8533, x3159, Patricia Soos.

Worth Tasting Culinary Tour 2024

New Haven: “Worth Tasting,” a series of downtown culinary walking tours in New Haven will hold the second tour on Saturday, June 8th. Spend an afternoon on a food tasting adventure with Stephen Fries, food columnist, Professor Emeritus of Hospitality Management and board member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

The four-hour tour includes stops at 7-8 different restaurants and eateries in the Elm City. Tours begin at 10:30am from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, where guests will receive a goody bag. Other upcoming tours will be held on Sept. 14, Nov. 2 and Dec 7 (holiday tour). Tickets are $77 each, except for the December tour, which is $82. Reservations are required. http://stephenfries. com/culinary-tours (203) 415-3519.

Animals Looking for Homes

THE ANIMAL HAVEN, INC. has a variety of homeless & abandoned kittens, puppies & dogs looking for safe, loving homes with owners willing to make a lifelong commitment. Animals have been spayed or neutered, vaccinated & tested; (203) 239-2641 • THE GREATER NEW HAVEN CAT PROJECT has many kittens, adolescent and young adult cats seeking loving, permanent homes. Vet checked. www.gnhcp. org/adopters •

MEMORIAL LIBRARY, 227 Main St., East Haven, will

Connecticut’s rst Ofcial State Troubadour Tom Callinan

Book Club Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Pictured (L-R): Members from Hamden, North Haven, and Wallingford, Starr O’Connor, Lori Borsari, Eileen Carpinella, Ellen D’Agostino, Lara Anderson, Sandi Hurd, Jeanne Harwood, Judy Donroe, Debbie Baser, Stephanie Kollet, Brenda Burt,Kathy DePasqual, Debby Surprise, Jackie Dunn, Jackie Church, Janet Reich, Kathy Imholt.

Hamden: Members of the “Are U Dunn Yet?” book club celebrated their twenty year anniversary recently at Cafe Amici in Hamden. The members, past and present, shared a meal and were entertained with a slide show of highlights of the group from the last twenty years. The event was organized by Debby Surprise and Jackie Dunn and the slide show was produced by Jackie Church.Book covers and favorite titles were displayed by Lara Anderson and Stephanie Kollet.

The group, started in 2004, when Jackie Dunn’s youngest child left for college and she discovered she had “free time”. Jackie called friends in Hamden and North Haven to invite them to start a book club with her. Jackie still keeps the group organized twenty years later. Over the years, members would see each other outside of book club and often ask, “Are You done with the book yet?” Thus, the group name evolved. Debbie Baser presented Jackie Dunn with a plaque and gift card for her dedication to the group. Members go above and beyond hosting meetings.

Re*Cycle Your Bi*Cycle Event

Hamden: The Greater New Haven Probus Club’s 8th Annual Re*Cycle Your Bi*Cycle and Musical Instrument Event will take place on Sun., June 2 (rain date June 9), from 11am-3pm at Kohl’s Shopping Center, 2380 Dixwell Ave., Hamden; Lorenzo’s Restaurant, 39 Elm St., West Haven; and Goody’s Hardware, 540 Main St., East Haven. Your donations will assist many underprivileged families, veterans, and those with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). We look to our communities to continue making this event a huge success.

The Greater New Haven Probus Club was founded in 1921 to help individuals with special needs in our community. We have expanded our efforts to help others by providing assistance for at-risk individuals and families, homeless shelters, vet-

Meals reect the culture or time frame of the book being discussed, or are a duplication of food in the story. Some members have dressed for the book’s time period and decorated their homes in a tting ambiance. Occasionally, the meetings have been held at restaurants that reect the setting of the book. During the height of Covid, meetings were held outdoors or on Zoom.

The group has read and discussed 165 books across all genres, but the favorite and most often read genre is historical ction. The inaugural book was The Secret Life of Bees. Recent titles included The Covenant of Water, The First Ladies, and The Women. Now that most members are retired, the group expands their understanding of books with eld trips.

After reading The Personal Librarian , about Belle Green, the Black woman librarian hired in 1905 to expand and curate The Morgan Library and Museum in Manhattan, the group travelled to NYC and toured the Morgan Library and Museum.

Members and former members attending the celebration included Jackie Dunn, Jackie Church, Debby Surprise, Brenda Burt, Stephanie Kollet, Debbie Baser, Lara Anderson, Kathy DePasquale, Jeanne Harwood, Sandra Hurd, Janet Reich, Eileen Carpinella, Starr O’Connor, Ellen D’Agostino, Lori Borsari, Judith Donroe, and Kathy Imholt.

Written by Kathy Imholt

erans and incoming refugee support groups. All donations are tax deductible as Probus Club is a 501c3 organization. We welcome other individuals and couples who want to give back to their community.

For more information about us, contact Roy Lukacs at (475) 2249774.

Keefe Center & CT Money School Workshops

Hamden: Keefe Community Center and Connecticut Money School will hold in-person workshops on the following Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm at Keefe Community Center, 11 Pine St. May 30: Managing Your Credit. June 27: Healthy Banking. For more information, please contact Linda Davis-Cannon at (203) 562-5129, ext. 1121.

FOR SALE: “Trek Jet” premium kids 20” bicycle, 28 spoke alloy rims, exc. cond. $25; (203) 214-5232

FOR SALE: Wire, 12 gauge stranded, 600V, Type TW, oil resistant, white, conductor, 200 ft. $8; (203) 265-0881

FOR SALE: NASCAR Texaco Havoline 1989 Thunderbird hanging 3D electric sign, 43”x25”x6”, lightweight plastic $65; (203) 239-8060

VFW Post 8294 Membership

Announcement

No. Branford/Northford Post 8294 Veterans of Foreign Wars wants you. Presently we are increasing our membership. If you are a military veteran or on active duty and you were involved in a foreign conict, you are eligible to join. We have an in-house service ofcer that can help you with your questions and applications for veterans benets such as medical and etc. You do not have to be a resident of Northford or North Branford to join.

Post 8294 in Northford is involved with many community and veteran activities.

We also have an active men’s auxiliary that is made up of members that were not in a foreign conict.

If you might be interested in joining regular Veterans of Foreign Wars or Auxiliary, or just need information on veterans benets, please call the Post at (203) 239-1188, after 3pm and ask for our Quartermaster, or stop by and visit our new Post loation at 1038 Middletown Ave., Northford.

Country Dance Sampler Event

Hamden: On Sat., May 25, a Country Dance Sampler special event, featuring three types of Country Dance - Scottish, English and American, will take place at Mt. Carmel Congregational Church, 3284 Whitney Avenue, at 7:30pm.

American Legion Post 88 Hamden

Wanted - All Veterans to join our American Legion Post 88 Hamden. Stop in and check us out at 3005 Dixwell Avenue. Please call (203) 281-9522.

Our Selection of Benedict Style Breakfasts (ham, hash and beef sirloin) and Many Others

Lunch Options Include: Burgers, Reubens, Grinders and Salads

Dinner Features Include: Steaks, Fish, Chicken and Our New England Favorites Served Until 9pm Daily

Brandi Mandato Announces Candidacy For 34th State Senate District

Discarding Records

FOR SALE: Gold’s Gym stationary bike, Power Spin 210 with computer program $125 or best offer; 2 blue gravity chairs, like new, 2/$80; (203) 234-1811

There will be three styles of LIVE music, and three callers, all in one evening. It’s easy and fun, all dances taught and called. Come alone or bring a friend. Tickets at the door, $15.00. For additional info: www.newhaven contra.org Breakfast Features Include: Specialty Pancakes

North Haven: Brandi Mandato announced her candidacy for the 34th District State Senate district today, kicking off her campaign with a strong declaration of commitment to her community, to accountability, and to effective governance. The district represents Wallingford, North Haven, and parts of East Haven, Durham, and North Branford. Mandato, a seasoned community advocate and dedicated public servant, convened with friends, family, and supporters at Twelve Percent Coffee Project on Saturday, May 4th, at 10:00 a.m. The event was marked by enthusiastic cheers as Mandato articulated her vision for the future of Connecticut.

With more than twenty years as an economic and workforce development leader, a proven track record of community engagement and a deep-rooted commitment to serving the needs of her constituents, Mandato’s candidacy represents a promise of responsive and effective representation for the 34th District.

Mandato is a member of the North Haven Democratic Town Committee, and plans to seek the endorsements of the Democratic and Working Families parties.

In her campaign, Mandato aims to address critical issues facing Connecticut residents, including healthcare accessibility, economic advancement, and education.

Connect with Brandi Mandato on social media: Facebook - Brandi Mandato for CT State Senate, or Instagram - @BrandiforCT.

For more information about Brandi Mandato’s campaign and how to get involved, please visit www.MandatoFor34.com.

The Student Services and Special Education Department of North Haven Public Schools will destroy all special education/504 records of students who graduated or would have graduated with the Class of 2017. These records may be helpful or necessary for future referrals to social security and other state services. These records will be destroyed on August 1, 2024. If any student, as described above, would like a copy of his/her special education/504 records, he/she must submit a written request for a copy of the records no later than July 26, 2024. Please forward all requests to Anthony Mastriano, Interim Director of Student Services, North Haven Public Schools, 5 Linsley Street North Haven, CT 06473.

Come

Wallingford Senior Center (203) 265-7753

CALENDAR EVENTS

FOR MONTH OF MAY

Mon., 5/20: 7:45am: Trip Departure MMA; 10am: iPad Workshop, Ask a Realtor, Art of Scarf Tying; 1pm: Hearing Services, Dance Party.

Tues., 5/21: 10am: Bank of America: Financial Safety.

Thurs., 5/23: 11am: Cardio Drumming; 1:30pm: Book Club Discussion Group; 5pm: Lake View Dinner; 6pm: Cabaret - The Cartell Trio.

Fri., 5/24: 10am: Parkinson Support Group; 12:30pm: Movie: “What Lies Beneath.”

Mon., 5/27: Memorial Day. Center Closed.

Tues., 5/28: 10am: Veterans Coffee House.

Thurs., 5/30: 9:30am: A.G.E. Discussion; 5pm: Lake View Dinner; 6pm: Dance PerformanceThe Mulan Dancers.

Fri., 5/31: 10am: Hearing Loss and Dementia; 12:30pm: Movie: “Barbie.” Paid Classes

All checks made payable to: Treasurer Town of North Haven or unless otherwise noted.

Registration will be taken Monday through Friday from 10am3pm. A class with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled prior to the starting date and participants will receive a refund as well as being notified. Once a class is in session there are no refunds or adjustments to the required payment, as instructors are based on payment once the class is filled.

Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center

The following programs are held at the Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center and are available for North Haven Residents only. See our Senior Center Newsletter online at www.town.north-haven. ct.us

WEEK OF MAY 20-27

Mon., 5/20: 9:30am: Fitness Fun; 10am: Canasta; 12 noon: Pinochle; 1pm: Bingo.

POSITIONS WANTED

CNA WITH 20+ YRS. EXPERIENCE will care for your elderly with TLC. Willing to work days, eves., nights. Hamden, West Haven, New Haven, North Haven areas. (203) 901-3570.

Amazing Couple Celebrating Their 70th Anniversary

Pictured: Thomas and Catherine on their balcony in North Haven. North Haven: Thomas Cacace and Catherine Cacace were both born and educated in New Haven. Tom went to school at Wilbur Cross High and Catherine went to Hillhouse High, they didn’t graduate but later they received their GEDS. They met while they were teenagers and on May 14th, 1954, they were married at Sacred Heart Church in New Haven. Tom worked as a captain, drill master and station commander for the New Haven fire department and he honorably retired after working for 32 years. Catherine worked as a pharmacist technician and retired in 1990 to become a mom and housewife. They are the proud parents of three children, Thomas Jr, Edward, and Donna and were grand parents of five, but sadly they lost one grandson and a granddaughter, they have eight great grandchildren that they love with all their hearts. You can see the love Tom and Catherine have for each other, they help each other, have respect for each other and have made many great memories together. They enjoy traveling and have traveled worldwide along with taking 15 cruises. They lived in Vero Beach Florida for 14 years until they moved back to Connecticut. Such an amazing couple, a great match showing each other love. Such a wonderful couple making anyone they meet feel at home and treat them like family. They’re preparing to take a cruise to Bermuda with family for their 70th anniversary. Happy Anniversary Tom and Catherine you deserve the best that life can bring you both. God Bless You and your family. Story and photo by Jo Ann Buccetti

FOR SALE: Orig. Electrolux Legacy vacuum cleaner with tools, exc. cond., only owner. $450 (original price was $981); (203) 506-2393

• WANTED: Collector buying old photographs from the 1800’s on glass, tin or paper, of people, places or things; (203) 915-7662

Better Balance: Focuses on strength training and stretching, safe and effective exercises, flexibility and balance training, and exercises that can be modified for each person’s fitness level. Stay tuned for Summer session dates and registration

Oil Painting Class: Tuesdays from 1-3pm. Beginner and Intermediate levels welcome! Class taught by Sharon Alpert. Supply list available upon registration. Cost is $40 for residents, $50 for Non-Resident guest* for a 12week session. Check only, payable to: Treasurer-Town of North Haven. Please Note: The May 7th - July 23rd Summer Session is FULL. Call (203) 239-5432 for more information. *Non-Resident guests are required to complete a “Non-Residents Guest Agreement” and a “Non-Resident Guest Application” upon registration.

Veterans Coffee House Announces May Speaker

Wallingford: The Veterans Coffee House will meet on Tues., May 28 at the Wallingford Senior Center, 238 Washington Street, from 9:30-11:30am. A light breakfast will be served.

The speaker will be Fr. Phil Salois. U.S. Army Combat Veteran, Vietnam; he participated in the Battle of Xuan Loc and received the Silver Star for his actions bringing back fallen and wounded soldiers. In 1984, Fr. Phil was ordained a Catholic priest with the Missionaries of LaSalette. His unique national mission was working with Veterans suffering from PTSD, a “Ministry For Veterans.” He was a former National Chaplain for the American Legion and has received many awards and recognitions for his tireless work.

• FOR SALE: 2 used Craftsman work benches with drawers and storage section, galvanized countertop, new $300, asking $75 ea.; (203) 285-5628 •

Tues., 5/21: 8:30am: Walking Club; 9:30am: Mini Trip: Universal Drive; 9:30am & 10:45am: Better Balance; 1pm: Bocce, Mahjong, Oil Painting Class; 1:30pm: Make Paper Bead Jewelry with Deb from Hamden Rehab; 4pm: Commission on Aging Meeting.

Wed., 5/22: 9:30am: Fitness Fun; 10:30am: Craft with Mary: Make Origami Lotus Flowers; 12:30pm: Bridge; 1pm: Bingo.

Thurs., 5/23: 9am: Ask the OT; 9:30am & 10:45am: Better Balance; 10am: Knitting/Crochet Class; 1pm: Dominos, Mah Jongg.

Fri., 5/24: 9:30am: Fitness Fun, Scrabble; 10am: Chair Vollyball; 12:30pm: Bridge; 1pm: Food for Eye Health with Marisa from ShopRite, Bingo, Bocce. Senior Center Closed: Mon., May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

New Programs

Walking Group: Now that the weather is warmer, dust off those walking shoes and join us every Tuesday at 8:30am. Call or stop by the office to let us know if you plan on joining us!

Brain Games: Mondays at 10am beginning June 3. Space is limited so sign up by May 24.

Moving with Mary: Thursdays at 1pm beginning June 6. This class is free to drop in and try any time. Call (203) 2395432 or stop by the office to learn more.

Lifestyle Care Program: Beginning Fri., June 7 at 10:30am. For more information or to preregister call (203) 239-5432. Brought to you by Monitor My Health and the Agency on Aging. NEW DAY TRIP - Encore Boston Harbor: Thurs., August 8. For more information, call (203) 239-5432. Registration ends July 3rd.

WANTED: Collector buying any Connecticut Brewery items for Wehle, Hulls, Wiebel, Largay or any other CT Breweries, signs, cans, bottles, etc.; call (203) 9157662

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Spring Glen Garden Club Participates in Earth Day Celebration

Pictured: The Spring Glen Garden Club’s booth at Hamden’s Earth Day Celebration. The Club wishes to thank all who stopped by. Hamden: The Spring Glen Garden will be celebrating its 100-year anniversary next year. Please stay tuned for activities to celebrate this milestone.

The Club has been a fixture in the Hamden community since 1925, a chartered member of The Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc., since 1929. The Garden Club ongoing projects includes gardens and planters in Spring Glen, Poppy’s Garden on the Farmington Canal Trail and the Historical Herb Garden at The Jonathan Dickerman House.

The Club donated 10 American Elm hybrid trees to the Hamden Center Park as a result of its successful Wreaths for Trees program. Other projects of the Club are a Rhododendron Garden at the entry to Lockwood Cottage and the Red Oak tree (Quercus rubra) affectionately known as “Annie Oakley” planted in the Eli Whitney Park.

The Spring Glen Garden Club is looking for new members, who are not only interested in horticultural pursuits but civic beautification and preservation of our natural resources. There are no residency requirements to belong, our members are as local as Hamden, North Haven, Branford, or as far flung as Goshen. For further membership information, please call Grace at 203-288-1422.

Wolfy Dental Group Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Dr. Vukovic; Dr. Sandra Vukovic and Renee Miller, Executive Director, Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce.

Wallingford: The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce was delighted to organize a Grand Opening/ Ribbon Cutting ceremony for Wolfy Dental Group located at 51 South Whittlesey Avenue, Wallingford on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

Wolfy Dental Group is a family friendly dental ofce located in the heart of Wallingford. They know that dental health is not just about white smiles: it’s about having strong teeth and healthy gums. It’s about prolonging the simple joy of eating delicious

things! Their mission is to help their patients accomplish these goals in a painless, compassionate, and efcient way.

They aim to educate their patients in a safe environment while offering them necessary comprehensive care. They understand that many people have anxiety about dental treatment, so they created a soothing environment and a scheduling system that never keeps you waiting long. By combining the latest technology with traditional techniques, they give their patients the best care in town.

To make an appointment call (203) 265-3139 you can also visit their website at https://www.wolfydentalgroup.com/ to see the variety of services they offer.

Common Diseases Of Peppers And Tomatoes Presented By Dr. Yonghao Li

North Haven: Peppers and tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables to be grown by home gardeners. They can be used in many ways and provide excellent nutritional value. But gardeners are frustrated when diseases appear and threaten these favorite plants. Learn more about how to grow healthy plants and avoid the loss of these vegetables.

Dr. Yonghao Li is a plant pathologist managing the Plant Disease Information Ofce at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in New Haven. He will present information about common diseases of peppers and tomatoes and how to avoid disaster in the garden this year. He has more than 30 years of experience in gardening, disease diagnostics, and pest management. Learn the latest techniques to assure your peppers and tomatoes thrive this year. The program will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, from 11:00 AM until noon at the North Haven Recreation Center, 7 Linsley Street, North Haven. Guests are welcome. A $5.00 guest donation is appreciated. Please call Daytime Gardeners at 203239-1557 to register for the meeting.

Volunteers Needed to Transport Cancer Patients to Treatment

The American Cancer Society is in need of volunteer drivers from across Connecticut to support the Road To Recovery® program, which provides cancer patients with free rides to and from treatment.

All drivers must have: A current, valid driver’s license • A good driving record • Access to a safe and reliable vehicle • Regular desktop, laptop, or table computer access • Email capability • Proof of car insurance.

To learn more about volunteering for the Road To Recovery program, visit cancer.org.

FOR SALE: Bucket of masonry tools $75; (203) 2482839 • FOR SALE: Miter table saw $50; two 26” bike tires and rims $20; (203) 494-2727

Question & Answer - Dr. Richard Durocher

Q: What is a bunion and what can be done about it?

A: A bunion is a bump that is present on the inside of your foot at the level of where the big toe is connected to the foot. It is actually a prominence of a bone at the great toe joint. In most people that great toe and attached bone are in good alignment, but in some people that bone points toward the other foot and the great toe points the other way. This can be painful as it progresses. The pain can be within that joint or on the bump itself. The bump may also have some redness and inammation caused by irritation from the shoe gear worn, due to the tightness of the shoes.

The bunion can develop slowly from an imbalance of the muscles and structure of the foot. Inherited foot types can also contribute to bunion formation. To help slow the progression of the bunion, orthotics (custom arch supports) may be recommended. Wearing wider shoes can take some pressure off the bump to relieve the discomfort. For moderate to severe cases or when it is very painful surgical intervention is recommended to relieve the pain and realign the great toe/joint.

Contact Dr. Durocher for further evaluation of this condition. Early Morning and Evening Hours Available 20

Volunteers Needed for Nursing Home

New members are always welcome. For information on our activities and membership, email proto.mary@yahoo.com, and be sure to visit us on Facebook at Daytime Gardeners of North Haven.

Photo provided by Yonghao Li Dr. Yonghao Li

General Exercising By Video Is Enjoyed

By Oak View Housing Residents

for Friday, May

North Haven: Every Friday at 2: 00 p.m. in the Oak View community room, the residents watch a general exercising video for a half hour or more that keeps them in shape and active. Each week a different video is played that gets each body part toned up.Paulette DeMaio, the assistant property manager, thought it would be a great idea for the residents to exercise and get them out of their apartments. Paulette supplies water for each resident that keeps them hydrated. The residents are so happy that Paulette has started this class, it not only keeps them in shape, but they get to be with other residents, Thank you Paulette. Story and photo by Jo Ann Buccetti

Hamden: Whitney Rehabilitation Center at 2798 Whitney Ave., is seeking volunteers for our recreation department. Interested individuals can inquire at (203) 287-7718 and ask for our Director of Recreation, Donna Mignosa

FOR SALE: Oak wooden toy box, exc. cond., barely used, 36Lx18Dx18H, $100; (203) 605-0472 •

WANTED: Collector wants to buy early historic New Haven County related items, maps, books, engravings, paintings, paper items or actual products; (203) 9157662 •

FOR SALE: Coin, 2014 Silver Eagle, MS 70 PCGS, slab, 1 oz., nice $85; (203) 527-8482 •

FOR SALE: Premium quality bedroom dresser, 10 drawers, mirror with one drawer, one shelf, 62”Wx18”D, exc. cond. $50; (203) 214-5232

FOR SALE: Vintage English bicycle, Raleigh Royal Tourist, 3-speed, 26”, asking $100; (203) 444-1429 • FOR SALE: 42” tow behind lawn aerator with spikes & wheels, good cond. $100; (203) 288-8841 FOR SALE: Coin, 2014 Silver Eagle, MS 70 PCGS, slab, 1 oz., nice $85; (203) 527-8482 •

Pictured (L-R): Vincent Cervoni, Mayor of Wallingford; family of

Pictured (L-R): The residents that could make it

10th exercise class, Ann Signore, Jo Ann Buccetti, Gale Barton Sudol, and Pat Gannon.

FOR SALE: Cast iron Emeril Lagasse 6 qt. Dutch oven pot $25; (203) 865-2795

Peter H. Torello & Son 1022 Dixwell Ave Hamden, CT 06514

(203)624-4959

www.TorelloFH.com

Affordable Mausoleum Options

A mausoleum is a type of above-ground tomb used to house the deceased. It is a free-standing memorial that offers a private resting and visiting place. Mausoleums can be indoor or outdoor and public or private. Mausoleums used to be reserved for the elite because the monuments required a large investment. But if you or your loved one prefer an above-ground resting place, there are more affordable options to consider. Public mausoleums are shared by many deceased within the same space. The higher up the crypt is within the public wall, the more affordable the space is. Alternatively, a public garden mausoleum offers an outdoor, open space for multiple tombs that are visited much like a gravesite.

Affordable Mausoleum Options

Burial or entombments in a mausoleum are just a couple of the choices available at North Haven Funeral Home. Cost will vary, depending upon the type of funeral services and merchandise selected. To learn about our funeral services, please call 203239-1179. Our facility offers three spacious parlors with the comfort and warmth of ones home. We are located at 36 Washington Avenue. Quote: “What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments but what is woven into the lives of others.”

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Economical & Affordable Burial & Cremation Services Proudly Serving Our Community for Four Generations Washington Memorial Funeral Home John Iacobucci - Owner / Director

Caryl S. Ryan, 81, of Wallingford, loving wife of the late Kenneth Ryan, passed away May 7, 2024 at the Village at Kensington Place in Meriden. Caryl was born in Boston, Massachusetts on July 16, 1942, a daughter of the late William and Dorothy (O’Brien) McCarthy.

Caryl is survived by her daughters, Colleen Daddona and her husband, David, Kate Ryan, and Mary Burke and her husband, Patrick; her sister, Donna McCarthy and her husband, Stanley Kososki; her grandchildren, Kerry Cheh and her husband, Adam, Kathryn Stakey and her husband, Nick, Conor Caneday, Eamon Burke and Cormac Burke; three greatgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, William and David McCarthy.

Should friends desire, memorial contributions can be made to the Wallingford Symphony Orchestra, PO Box 6023, Wallingford, CT 06492 or the Wallingford Garden Club, PO Box 770, Wallingford, CT 06492.

Donald Livio Sbabo, age 90, passed away peacefully May 10th, 2024 at Connecticut Hospice, Branford. He was the loving husband to Margaret Sbabo for 63 years, until her passing in 2020. Don was born July 8th, 1933 to Livio and Jeane Sbabo, immigrants from Italy and Poland respectively. Don grew up on State St in North Haven (Sbabo’s Market) and the family’s summertime waterfront cottage in East Haven.

He began his professional career 6th grade at Center School (North Haven), where he met his future wife, Margaret Laydon. Donald taught math and science at Durham HS, Amity regional Jr HS, Orchard Hill Jr HS, and North Haven HS before retiring from teaching in 1990.

Donald Doolittle, 89, departed this life on May 11, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late MaryEllen (O’Connor) Doolittle. Donald was born in New Haven, CT on January 2, 1935, a son to the late Russell & Mary K. (Bohan) Doolittle. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War era.

Donald is survived by his two sons, David Doolittle (Rose) of Middletown and Dennis Doolittle (Sue) of Wallingford as well as his grandchildren, Emily Crespo (Bill), Cassidy Doolittle (Logan), Alison Doolittle (Jordan), Rider Doolittle (Liz), and Adam Doolittle (Abby). He also leaves behind his great grandson, Robert Crespo as well as his sister, Catherine Gunther (Kevin). In addition to his wife and parents, Donald is predeceased by his brother Russell Doolittle. Should friends desire, donations may be made in Donald’s name to a local soup kitchen or food bank (5013C entities preferably).

Janet Ann Nehez, 59, of Wallingford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. She was the daughter of Corilynn (Sattler) Nehez of Cary, NC, and the late William A. Nehez Sr. Janet will be missed by her siblings and their spouses; Lori and Daniel Rukamp of Cary, NC; Jennifer and Christopher Esser of Scottsdale, AZ; William and Megan Nehez of Raymond, ME. She was predeceased by her sister, Susan Nehez. She will also be missed by her nephews Will, Jackson, and William, as well as her nieces Grace, Abbey and Taylor. Janet also leaves her guardians, Michelle Pych and Loriann Aiello of Meriden, CT. whom she lived with for almost 14 years.

Should friends desire,gifts in her memory may be made to Kuhn Employment Opportunities, a nonprot agency helping people with disabilities nd employment: https:// kuhngroup.app.neoncrm.com/np/ clients/kuhngroup/donation.jsp

Claudia L. (DeFilippo) Bailey, 93, of Wallingford, died peacefully, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Masonicare Health Center. She was the loving wife of the late Alfred Bailey.

Claudia was born in Wallingford, August 20, 1930, a daughter of the late Claude and Rena (Torti) DeFilippo and raised on Center Street. She graduated from Lyman Hall High School and moved to East Side Drive where she lived for over 40 years before moving to Ashlar Village.

Leocadio “Leo” Tirado, 58, of Hamden, CT, formerly of New Haven, CT died peacefully at Yale-New Haven Hospital, York St. Campus on Sunday, May 12, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Leo was born in Camden, NJ on April 28, 1966, a son of the late Leocadio de Jesús and the late Paulina Tirado, and had resided in New Haven for most of his life before moving to Hamden nine years ago. Leo is survived by four daughters, Paulina Alvarado, Christine (Johntel Alston) Tirado-Alston, Stephanie Tirado and Crystal Tirado, and a son, Leocadio (Yalinette Ortega) Tirado, Jr., all of New Haven, ve sisters, Maria (Joe Santos) Rivera-Santos, Iris and Evelyn Rivera, and Lina and Gloria Tirado, four brothers, Rafael, Inocenzio (Luz), Marcelino (Lucy) and Angel Rivera, his ancé Blanca Colón of Hamden, eleven grandchildren, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his sister Margarita Tirado and brother Johnny Rivera.

Claudia will be missed by her daughter Deborah S. Krisak and her husband John; her step-daughter, Patricia A. Nessing; her granddaughter, Kimberly Lake and her husband William; her grandsons, Benjamin and Douglas Nessing, her sister, Rena (Mrs. George) Bartlett; and three nephews, Alan, Paul and Thomas Bartlett. She was predeceased by her son, Robert J. Schultz; and her brother, Peter DeFilippo. Should friends desire, gifts in her memory may be sent to the Connecticut Humane Society (www.cthumane.org).

Ann Gustafson Lougee, of Wallingford, CT, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024, with her family by her side. Ann was born in Stamford CT, and grew up in West Hartford, CT, with her parents, the late Howard and Geneva Gustafson on Westphal Street. Married to her husband Mahlon for 43 years (until his passing in 2001), they raised their four children in Wallingford. A graduate of New Haven State Teachers College, Ann taught 5th grade in North Haven and worked with Special Education students at Lyman Hall High School. Ann leaves behind four children, sons Stephen (Susan), and Andrew, daughter Linda (Dianne), and son Michael (Timothy), along with her grandchildren, Jennifer and Matthew. Should friends desire, gifts in Ann’s memory can be made to the: Shriners Children’s Hospital (www.shrinerschildrens.org), or to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org).

Donald is survived by his sister, Phyllis Guarnieri of Sturgis MI, his four children Cheryl Calabrese (Michael) of Clinton, Thomas Sbabo (Holly) of Hamden, Donald Sbabo Jr. (Lorraine) of North Haven, and Lisa Bryson (Gary) of North Haven. He had eight grandchildren and two great grandsons, and 8 nieces and nephews, and a multitude of lifelong extended family that called him Uncle Don. In addition to his wife Margaret, Donald is predeceased by his brother Leonard (Carol) of East Haven/Venice FL. Services were held at the www.northhavenfuneral.com.

St. Ann’s Food Pantry

Hamden: St. Ann’s Food Pantry at 322 Circular Avenue (rear building), is open on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 9:30-10:30am. For more information, please call (203) 288-1652.

WASHINGTON MEMORIAL Funeral Home

Services were held at the North Haven.

Rosary Walk

North Haven: A Rosary Walk will meet every Wednesday evening at 6pm until Sept. 11th at All Saints Cemetery in North Haven (Rt. 17) by the main building. We will be praying the Rosary and concluding with the Chaplet of Divine Mercy for your intentions and World Peace.

For inclement weather, please meet by the Mausoleum.

For more information, please visit our website, Events calendar: www.ccacem.org or call Barbara at (203) 780-8418. This is an outdoor event, please dress accordingly.

Michael Beauvais, of Wallingford, loving husband of DeAne (Coppola) Beauvais sadly passed away unexpectedly on May 6th, 2024, at the age of 65. Michael was born in North Haven, CT. on September 18, 1958. Besides his wife, DeAne, he leaves behind a stepdaughter, Paige Burkhart, sisters Michele (Kevin) Ridley, Denise Beauvais (David) Albert. He is also survived by his nieces Amanda, Jill, Nicole and Helene, and nephew KJ among countless friends and his BGA group. He was predeceased by his father George Beauvais and mother Lorraine (Remiszewski) Beauvais. Should friends desire, donations can be made in Michael’s honor to Bread for Friends 24 High St., Niantic, CT. 06357-2625. Services were held at the www.northhavenfuneral.com.

Paula D. Heinritz Early, 66, of North Haven passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at her home on Friday, May 10th, 2024. She was the beloved wife of 42 years to John T. Early. Paula was born in New Haven on January 23rd, 1958, and was the daughter of the late Otto and Marylou Kelly Heinritz. She enjoyed being with her faithful companion, her dog Decker. Loving mother of Ryan N. and Conner T. Early.

Mary-Lou Pannone, age 82, of Northford, passed away surrounded by her loving family after a long courageous battle with cancer on May 13, 2024. She’s predeceased by her husband, Ralph Pannone, and her siblings Rita, Faye, Larry, John (Doc) and Joe Fusco. She is survived by several family members, including two siblings, Anne Fusco of North Haven, and Bob Fusco, and his wife Mary-Ann, of Middletown; two sons, Alfred Raucci III and his wife Kathleen, of Guilford and Andrew Raucci of Guilford; four grandchildren, Briana Raucci of Branford, Lauren Raucci and Fiancé Robert Benco, of Branford, Alfred Raucci IV of Guilford, and Mya Raucci of Guilford. Should friends desire, donations may be made to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929, where Mary-Lou was a donor for over 25 years.

Services were held at the www.northhavenfuneral.com.

Theresa A. (Levack) Stasiewski, otherwise known as “Typhoon Tessie,” 94, of Wallingford, died Monday, May 13, 2024, at the Regency House. She was the loving wife of the late Alfred F. Stasiewski. Theresa was born in Exeter, PA, August 27, 1929, a daughter of the late Alexander and Helen (Kurzyniec) Levack.

She is survived by her sons, Glenn and his wife Donna, and Gary and his wife Anne; her grandchildren, Matthew and Brett; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her siblings and their spouses, Edward and Blanche Levack, Eleanor and Frank Kopcza, Blanche and Edward Witkowski, Helen and George Kahl, and Patricia and Eric Johnson.

Theresa’s family would like to personally thank Regency House as well as all of her other care providers for their unwavering support.

Should friends desire, gifts in her memory may be sent to Most Holy Trinity School, 11 N Whittlesey Ave, Wallingford, CT 06492.

Join Us for Colors of My Jewish Year!

Wallingford: Beth Israel Synagogue of Wallingford presents Colors of My Jewish Year for children ages 3 to 8, for afliated, unafliated, and interfaith Jewish youngsters in the greater Wallingford area. Includes interactive hands-on activities and snack. We hope to see you there. Please register at https://www. bethisrael wallingford.org/comjy

Shavuot: June 5, 4:30pm: Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller St. Beth Israel Synagogue of Wallingford is located at 22 North Orchard Street. Email: info@beth israelwallingford.org www.bethis raelwallingford.org

Church Member Gives Beautiful Mother’s Day Speech

Pictured (L-R): Pauline McInnis, Reverend JP. Morgan.

North Haven: At the Montowese Baptist Church on mothers day, I surprised my wonderful friend Pauline McInnis by going to her church, she was making a speech honoring her mother and all mothers. She did a wonderful job saying how she had a great relationship with her mom and all the things her mom sacriced for her to have a wonderful life. It was a touching speech for all mothers not only for hers. Pauline went up to the altar after Reverend J. P. Morgan gave his sermon. We all sang and said prayers and had a wonderful feeling in our hearts after the speech and sermon. Delicious desserts and coffee were served after the mass. Pauline handles the thrift shop in the back of the church and all the money goes to the church. Thank you Pauline, Rev. Morgan and all the church members that make you feel welcome by their warmth and kindness. Everyone received a real rose and Pauline made a ower for all. God Bless All of you and our Mothers and Fathers for all they do for us everyday thank you.

Story and photo by Jo Ann Buccetti

GFWC Women’s Club Supplies Baby Items To Mary And Joseph’s Place

(L-R): Lorna Mangles, M&J Assistant, Mary Cornwall, Director Mary and Joseph’s Place, and Pam Lerner, President GFWC Women’s Club of North Haven.

North Haven: On Thursday, May 9 the GFWC Women’s Club of North Haven provided a substantial donation of baby items to Mary and Joseph’s Place. The donation included diapers, baby wipes and numerous items of baby clothing in sizes between 3 months and 18 months along with other baby items. These items will be given to new mothers and mothers in need. For almost a decade the Women’s Club regularly has provided baby items to Mary and Joseph’s Place two times a year.

Mary & Joseph’s Place is a faith-based, non-prot, organization that provides condential, compassionate, advice and support, and supplies baby items for women in need, 24 hr/7 days per week. These services and goods are free of charge. Mary and Joseph’s Place is located in the Village Medical Center on 12 Village Street, Suite 9 in North Haven, CT 06473, Phone Number (203) 909-1849. Email address: maryjosephplace@gmail.com. Mary and Joseph’s Place welcomes mothers of babies in need.

In addition to donations to Mary and Joseph’s Place, the GFWC Women’s Club of North Haven has embraced numerous projects centered on serving the community and supporting many varied needs. The Club is a regular supplier of food for North Haven’s Food Closet, supplies food and other items to North Haven’s Community Services, donates paperback books, calendars, activity books, socks, treats, greeting cards, and other items regularly to the Veterans at the Veterans Hospital in West Haven, donates items to BHcare to combat domestic violence, and donates school supplies to local elementary schools. The Women’s Club just completed a rafe to collect donations to support North Haven’s Animal Control Program. The proceeds from the rafe will be turned over to Animal Control shortly.

CRITICAL BLOOD DRIVE SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 26, 2024

The GFWC Women’s Club, is sponsoring a blood drive on Wednesday, June 26 from 1:00-6:00 PM at St. Frances Cabrini Church in the Church Hall at 57 Pond Hill Road in North Haven. There is a critical need for blood donations in CT. Please consider donating to help resolve this critical need. The drive is on the Red Cross website so you can go on and schedule an appointment now. The Women’s Club will be providing home baked goods for donors.

The Club welcomes new members and invites anyone interested to attend a meeting. The Women’s Club is open to women 18 and over who are interested in making a difference in their community through community service projects. Contact Pam Lerner at (203) 281-3090 for additional information about our club and meetings. Like us on Facebook at GFWC Women’s Club of North Haven. You may also contact us at gfwcnh@gmail.com.

Garden Club May Market 2024 Is A Great Success

Pictured Top: North Haven Garden Club set up crew on Friday, Lee Fermo, Pete Stevenson, Wini Colleran, Bene Jablonski, Cindy Golia, Gerri Giordano, Sandy Ginter, Dianna Ramadei, Mel Kotey, Linda Lianos, Noreen Adley, Italia Avitable, Katie Fritzel, and Cindy Adinol, missing form photo is Lynda & Rick O’Donnell, and Cheryl Apuzzo. Bottom: Rick O’Donnell, Mike Freda, Cindy Golia, Lynda O’donnell, Gerri Giordano and Fran Notaro, and Key Club Kids, Raheela Ali, Yursa Ali, Ayla Sivri, Sonia Temfack, Cooper Callahan, Shen Wan, Chandler Morris and Kayla Cherian.

North Haven: On Saturday, May 11th 2024, the North Haven Garden Club held its annual May Market Fundraiser at Parks & Recreational Center. This is the 3rd year the club choose to have the May Market indoors even though the sun was shining outside. Over the years the weather was on the rainy, cold side more than the sunny, warm side. We had 16 vendors, 14 indoors and 2 choose to be outside in the sunshine in the front of Parks and Rec. The club had a large selection of hanging baskets, herbs, vegetable plants, tomatoes, geraniums, along with a large selection of an-

MEMORIAL DAY MASSES AT CATHOLIC CEMETERIES ASSOCIATION - MAY 27TH

Join us for Mass on Monday, May 27 (Memorial Day). If you would like to honor a Veteran, please visit our website at www. ccacem.org and select the Blog & News Tab, and click on Events to open the calendar. Select May 27th on the calendar and ll out the form included. All Veterans names will be honored at all the masses held at our cemeteries.

nuals for sale. We also had a large selection of home grown perennials dug from members yards, along with donations for friend of the club Leslie Casale. The May Market was a big success with a steady ow of people coming to browse vendors tables and the clubs tables. The Key Club kids form the North Haven High School were present to help customers with their purchases, also helped to take down and clean up the gym. Without the support of the community our May Market would not be successful, we thank you. Check out our Facebook page for over 30 photos of all the vendors, garden club tables and members. Don’t forget to check out The North Haven Garden Club on Facebook for lots of useful and entertaining information and pictures of all our club does in our great town of North Haven! For membership information please email Italia at italia_a@comcast.net. North Haven Garden Club is a member of The Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut Inc., New England Garden Clubs Inc., and The National Garden Clubs Inc.

Article and Photos by Cindy Golia and Cindy Adinol

Below is a schedule of masses offered on May 27th, Memorial Day: All Saints Cemetery Mausoleum - North Haven: 10:30am. Ofce Telephone: (203) 507-9213.

Mt. St. Peter CemeteryDerby: 10am. Ofce Telephone: (203) 735-8026. Mt. Olivet Cemetery - Watertown: 8am. Ofce Telephone: (860) 274-4641.

Mt. St. Benedict CemeteryBloomeld: 10am. Ofce Telephone: (860) 242-0738.

St. James Cemetery - Naugatuck: 8am. If inclement weather, go to St. Vincent Church, Rt. 63 in Naugatuck. Ofce Telephone: (203) 754-9105.

Questions? Please call our Outreach Assistant, Barbara at (203) 780-7418. Thank you.

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• FOR SALE: Coin, 2014 West Point Silver Eagle PCGS MS70, 1oz. $85; (203) 5278482

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heaters, air conditioning checkups, humidiers, air cleaners and sheet metal fabrication. Licensed and Insured. Free estimates. Wallingford, (203) 294-1223. Lic. #S1-0389103.

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BRICK WALKS, PATIOS, FIREPITS: Install new - repairsrebuild, 40 years experience. Free estimates. Roger Henson, (203) 239-9801.

CARPENTRY

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J.A.F. CARPENTRY, LLC: Since 1979. Professional carpenters experienced in all phases of building for home or business. Work guaranteed. Completely insured. BBB accredited. EPA certied renovator. Competitive rates. Call (203) 239-0136. Lic. #HIC 0673840.

DECKS, PORCHES, DRYWALL, Framing, Doors, Windows, New or Repairs. Water Damage Repairs. Free Estimates. Insured. HIC #0647093. Call (203) 901-2136, Bill.

D & D CARPENTRY: Quality work done right. Doors, windows, decks, kitchens, bathrooms, all carpentry. No job too small. Fully insured. Reg. #581505. Call Donald, (203) 623-0928.

CLEANING SERVICES

UPRISING CLEANING SERVICES: Residential/Commercial, Carpet Cleaning, General Cleaning, Windows. BBB accredited. Instagram: upri.sing. Call (203) 800-5485, leave message.

KOI PONDS, DECORATIVE FOUNTAINS, Pondless Waterfalls, & Rainwater Collection Systems installed at your location. We also stock Water Treatments, Pumps, Filter Pads, & EPDM (Fish-Safe) Liners. TJB-INC has been installing, repairing, & maintaining ponds since 1984. We invite you to come by and visit our Display Ponds & Gardens located at 12 Crest Way - Hamden. CT HIC #507853. Call 203-288-3711 for information and visit www.POND.expert to view our work.

DECKS

DECKS, PORCHES, REPAIRS, Replace, Build New Railings, Stairs. Insured. HIC Reg. #0647093. Call Bill, (203) 901-2136.

DIGGER EXCAVATION, LLC: Complete foundation protection, perimeter gravity waterproong systems. Guaranteed work in writing, 35 years in business. Foundations are our main work. HIC #0669088. (203) 909-4181.

WATER IN YOUR BASEMENT OR GARAGE? Unusable muddy yard? TJB-INC has 48+ years’ experience correcting water issues. We diagnose and repair exterior drainage systems or install new drainage solutions to collect, relocate, and prevent unwanted water. Fully Insured - CT HIC #507853. NDS Certied Pro. Check our on-line reviews. Call TJB-INC at 203-288-3711 and visit us at www.DRAINAGE.expert DRIVEWAY REPAIRS/SEALING

JAGUAR DRIVEWAY & PARKING LOT SEALING: 400º Hot Pour Crack Filling. Highest quality airport grade Latexite sealer neatly applied by hand - NOT a messy, quick watered down spray that can get on your house, cars and lawn. Always ask if spraying will be done! Better Business Bureau “A+” Rating. Over 25 years in business. Senior Discounts. Free estimates. License #559204. Visa and M/C accepted. Call (203) 288-7050 or (203) 484-4103. Visit us at www.Jaguarsealing.com

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DRIVEWAY REPAIRS/SEALING

DRIVEWAYS BY DOUG, LLC: Specializing in 400º hot pour crack lling. A+ Rated. Insured. Please call to see neatest job you will ever see. Driveway evaluations and hourly rates available. Sealcoating, hot asphalt cutting & patching. 37 years A+. All work done by owner. 5 minute dry time. Doug, (203) 5062511. Lic. #0621863. When only the best matters.

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

small jobs, plugs, light hookups, etc. Cheap rates. Call (203) 230-1833. Lic. #154114.

LEN RIZZO ELECTRIC CONTRACTORS: Professional work done on every job, big or small. 15 years experience specializing in pool installation, kitchen and basement remodeling, and service calls. Need a new plug or switch, ceiling fan, or tripping breakers? 24 hour service calls same rate. Best prices on commercial work. Licensed & insured. Free estimates, we accept all credit cards. CT Lic. 0198246-E1. Call (203) 996-5368.

CFS ELECTRIC, LLC: All phases of electrical work. No job too small. Fully licensed & insured. (CT Lic. #186688) Free estimates and friendly service. (860) 398-1000.

GZ ELECTRIC: 16 years experienced. We do everything. Generators, Panel upgrades, Emergency calls, pools, car chargers, lights, outlets. Also a Home Improvement contractor. Lic# E-1 0206186 / Hic.0660510. (203) 641-0741, call or text anytime.

EXCAVATION

DIGGER EXCAVATION, LLC: 35 years experience. Drainage • Foundations Dug • Landscape • Grading • Land Clearing • New Lawn Installation • Driveways • Utilities Storm Cleanups

• Complete Site Work. Fully insured, references. Guaranteed in writing. (203) 909-4181.

WE SHOW UP: Gutters cleaned, downspouts tested, mess cleaned up, new gutter installation, repairs, gutter guards, other home maintenance jobs. Fully insured. John, (203) 288-7868.

HANDYMAN

HANDYMAN - OVER 38 YRS. EXPERIENCE: Repair and install doors, windows, decks, moldings, cement, small painting and drywall repairs. Licensed and Insured. (203) 234-9870.

CLEAN BY NIDIA: Need some cleaning around your house but don’t have the time, give us a call, www.cleanbynidia.com (203) 747-5315. Houses, apartments, condos, Spring cleaning, appliances, move in / move out, post construction.

MARK ALDRICH HANDYMAN SERVICE: Carpentry, All Phase Interior, Exterior. Big or Small House Washing. Fencing, Decks. 10% Discount. Call for a Free Estimate TODAY, (203) 393-8806. HIC #0670502.

NICK THE HANDYMAN: No job too big or too small, we do it all. (203) 500-1066 or (203) 269-2498. Lic. #HIC 0638465.

HOME IMPROVEMENT

T-N-T BUILDERS: Custom work for over 55 years. Kitchens, bath, doors, decks, tile work, additions. Fully insured. HIC 0619172. Call Bob, (203) 996-0134, North Haven. Free estimates. Since 1968, 3rd generation.

INTERIOR REPAIRS, Ceiling and Walls, Basement Remodeling. Water Damage Repairs. Sheetrock and Finishing. Free Estimates. Insured. HIC #0647093. Call Bill, (203) 901-2136.

CURBSIDE OR DRIVEWAY PICKUP of all your unwanted junk. $60 per truck load. Call for details, Hamden areas. Jim, (860) 982-8574. JUNK REMOVAL REMOVE ALL UNWANTED Furniture/Appliances. Whole estate cleanup. Remove automobiles and scrap metal, “whatever.” Call Rich, (203) 927-1527.

A & R CLEANOUT SERVICE: Partial or total cleanouts of homes, garages, basements or businesses. We also manage estate sales. We evaluate what is valuable, sellable, donatable, and disposable. We also clean homes top to bottom, and do demolition work. We get your house ready to sell. Free estimates. Call (203) 281-6387 or (203) 623-0166.

BRUSH & JUNK HAULED AWAY, one item or a truck load. Reasonable, clean and prompt. We’re local too! Gregory’s Hauling, (203) 235-6210. CALL KEVIN THE HANDYMAN: Fence repairs, install xtures, fans, mailboxes, toilets, sinks, drywall, painting. No job too small. If it’s broken, I can x it. HIC #0665897. (203) 506-8388.

JUNK

JUNK REMOVAL

& MORE. We remove

appliances, entire contents of home, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages, hot tub removal & more. Fall yard cleanup. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. 10% off. (203) 535-9817. We service CT.

LANDSCAPING

GALAXY LANDSCAPING: Mowing, Trimming, Pruning and more. Call for free estimate, (203) 232-9376.

PROFESSIONAL MASTER LANDSCAPING, LLC: Spring Cleanup Complete lawn mowing, mulching, seeding, weeding, hedge trimming, raking and leaf removal, sprinkler system. Call Eddie, (203) 931-5043 or cell (203) 393-5673. Fair prices. Member of BBB.

A-1 LANDSCAPING: Since 1983. Custom design paver walkways & patios, retaining walls & stairs, front steps refaced with bluestone and natural thin stone, professional landscape design, new lawns, seed, sod or hydroseed, and much more services. Over 38 years experienced. Visit Angi and BBB for A+ rating. Call Frank for free estimate at (203) 239-1177. References and hundreds of photos available. Lic. #0562123. TOWN LINE LAWN CARE, LLC is currently accepting new accounts in North Haven and surrounding areas. Spring and Fall cleanup, mulching, mowing, hedge trimming, dethatching, seeding, aerating, fertilizer programs, soil testing and organic tick control. Fully insured. BBB accredited. CT HIC #0633664. DEEP #B3097. Call for a free estimate, (203) 752-7315, www. townlinelawncare.com

COMPLETELY PERFECT LANDSCAPING, LLC: Complete landscaping, Fall cleanups, plantings, dethatching, seeding, custom waterscapes, walkways, patio and retaining walls, fertilizer programs. Two Free Cuts with Full Maintenance Contract. Free estimates. Commercial/Residential. No job too big or small. Fully insured and licensed. Backhoe available upon request. Call Anthony at (203) 239-2382. Reg. #572716- Dep. B1613.

LAWN FERTILIZATION SERVICES

LAWN FERTILIZATION AND ORGANIC TICK CONTROL SERVICES: Offered by Town Line Lawn Care, LLC. Call for a free quote, (203) 752-7315. CT DEEP #B3097, CT DEEP Supervisor #S-6125, HIC #0633664.

LAWN TREATMENT

LAWN TREATMENT PROGRAM: (Traditional & Organic). The lawns we install, renovate and/or treat are greener, thicker & healthier. We work with you to create the perfect lawn from the roots up. Our on-staff Agronomist & Certied Master Gardener has over 48 years’ experience in lawn care. CTDEEP: Supervisor & Arborist #S-1710, B #652, CT HIC #507853, NOFA-ALP. Visit www.TJB-INC.com or call 203288-3711 for a quote.

MASONRY

S.H.J. MASONRY: I do thin brick, pavers, sidewalk, stonewall, stucco, concrete, chimney and repairs, and more. Free estimate. (860) 307-8618.

TCB ENTERPRISES painting contractors. Interior, exterior painting, popcorn ceilings, plaster repairs, aluminum siding repaint. Free estimates, fully insured, senior discounts. Terry, (203) 288-8203. Reg. #568568.

FUSCO PAINTING & POWER WASHING: Free estimates, interior or exterior. Insured. Call (203) 415-8333.

BARLETTA’S PAINTING: 30 yrs. experience, interior & exterior. Call for free estimates. Insured. Senior discount offered. No job too big or small! Lic. #572311. (203) 676-9070, cell.

KENDRICK PAINTING: Experienced painter seeks interior painting and wallpapering work. Finest quality work at very affordable prices. Free estimates, senior discounts, references, fully insured. Call Charlie, (203) 376-6628. Lic. #562711.

JIM KENNEDY PAINTING: Interior, exterior, wallpapering. Insured. (203) 288-6057. Reg. #0621006.

JC PAINTING: Now is the time to call for great savings on interior painting and staining projects. Senior and Veterans discount. Free estimates & insured. HIC #0651932. (475) 300-9371, ask for Joe. https://jcpainting-painter.business. site/sagerealtyservices.com

PLUMBING

LICENSED PLUMBER: No job too small. Work done daytime and weekends. Call Greg, home (203) 239-PIPE (7473), cell (203) 215-4195.

DRAIN CLEANING, Leaky Faucets, Leaky Showers, Running Toilet, Garbage Disposals, Clogged Tubs & Sinks, Hot Water Heater- 30 gal. or 40 gal. Save $60.00 on any drain cleaning. P. PLUMBING, (203) 584-6868.

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PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE & DRAINAGE

TJB-INC OFFERS TO BRING OUR 48+ YEARS of experience to your door with a service called “Hour With A Pro”. You get a non-biased expert, not a salesman, to answer any questions pertaining to our elds of expertise as well as guidelines to a DIY, or professional solution(s). If DIY isn’t your thing, our expert can make recommendations of local professionals to give you worry-free solutions. This service saves you needless hours of watching YouTube and provides personalized guidance relevant to your property. For advice pertaining to Drainage, Lawn Care, Landscape Design, Hardscapes, or Arboriculture, call TJB-INC rst, and get professional education/solutions about your concerns. Locally, this service costs $165.00 for the hour. TJB-INC is located in Hamden at 12 Crestway (off Sherman Avenue). We invite you to come by and visit our Display Gardens & Water Features or visit www. TJB-INC.com to learn more about our company. Please read our online reviews to see how others have beneted from our unique & personalized service. To schedule an on-site consultation, call us at 203-288-3711 or email Ted@DRAINAGE. expert

CHAMPION CO. ROOFING, LLC: Flat roofs, shingles, slate, gutters, chimneys, all type repairs. Over 40 years experience. License #0629828. (203) 777-4183.

SEPTIC/SEWER SERVICES

SIOHOLM EXCAVATION: B-100A compliance. Repairs, Inspections, New Installations. Engineered systems. Septic Lic. #05331. Sewer installations & repairs, lateral extensions, root removal & cleaning, new installations. All work & materials guaranteed. 25+ years experience. Lic. #P-7 278805. Call (203) 239-3838, anytime.

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR

2-CYCLE & 4-CYCLE ENGINES, Lawn mowers, Chainsaws and many more. Pickup/delivery available. Sales also located in Wallingford, (475) 201-9001.

TREE SERVICES/REMOVAL

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TREE REMOVAL, TREE CLIMBING: 60 ft. bucket truck. Storm damage. Fair prices. Full insurance. Eddie Galvez, (203) 393-5673.

BRUSH & TREE REMOVAL: Also leaf cleanup and extra if needed. Call Nick, (203) 500-1066, also (203) 269-2498.

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WANTED TO BUY

ANN & RICHARDS ANTIQUES: Buys anything old, furniture, jewelry, pottery, tools, toys, lamps, painting, prints, one item or complete contents. We also manage estate sales and do cleanouts. Call for free estimate, (203) 281-6387 or (203) 623-0166.

TIMELESS TREASURES ESTATE AUCTIONS is looking to purchase Estate Contents. We pay cash for single items or entire estates. We are especially interested in Old Toys, Military Items, Costume Jewelry, Old Swords, Sports Cards, Fine Jewelry, Old Watches, Sterling Silver, Dental Gold, Lighters & Pipes, Coin Collections, Advertising Signs, Pocket & Hunting Knives, and So Much More! Estate Clean Out Services Available. Call Bill, (203) 494-2496.

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WANTED: OLD FURNITURE, Collectibles, glassware, pottery, silver, linens, jewelry, toys, frames. Anything old or unusual. Call (203) 641-0307.

WATERPROOFING

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WATER TESTING - LABORATORY

HOMEOWNERS WITH PRIVATE WELLS: Avoid health risks due to potential bacterial contamination of your drinking water. Call Aqualogic at (203) 248-8959. Lic. #PH0454.

WELDING

SMALL WELDING REPAIRS, FABRICATIONS from drilling or tapping a thread, to welding a lawn mower handle, to machining a bushing, to fabricating a bracket, or even repetitive job shop welding on a rotary positioner. Often it’s the small things that can present bigger issues. If I can help, I’d be happy to. All types of welding, TIG, MIG, Stick, Plasma cutting. Steel, cast iron or aluminum. Lathe and milling operations also. Retired welder, hobby shop, very reasonable. Call Joe, (203) 288-5832.

WINDOW CLEANING

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BOATS & ACCESSORIES

FOR SALE: Grumman 17 ft. Double Ender Canoe w/paddles, 8 ft. renished wooden tender $300 each; (203) 9277168

MOTORCYCLES WANTED WANTED: Any & all old Motorcycles, Scooters, Mini-bikes, also old Go-karts. Need not run. Cash paid. Call (203) 215-3826