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June 5, 2025

Guilford Vol. XXVIII Iss. 23

Town Directs Opioid Settlement to Education, Outreach

By Aaron Rubin

Staff Writer

The Town of Guilford has received another

previous years through its partnerships with local organizations such as the Guilford Free Library and East Shore District Health, as

state of Connecticut,” said Karolin Regan, program director at GY&FS. “This campaign shares information that fake pills are causing overdose deaths in people of all ages around the country. If you didn’t get your medication from a retail pharmacy and if it’s not prescribed for you, you can’t be sure it’s

This year, GY&FS will continue

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Perched

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Head Lifeguard Nate Pizzuti and Assistant Waterfront Director Santino Gambardella keep watch from the lifeguard chair at Jacob’s Beach in Guilford on June 3 as beachgoers soaked up sunshine and temps in the upper 70s.

Champion Team

The Shoreline Spartans girls’ rugby team, which includes athletes from all across the shoreline, recently won the state championship.........14

A local couple is helping bring bluebirds back to Madison..................25

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Bringing Bluebirds Home

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Putting on a Last Push for Project Graduation

By Pam Johnson

Senior Staff Writer

The all-volunteer parent organization powering Project Graduation for this year’s Guilford High School (GHS) Class of 2025 has been working year-round. They’ve raised funds, planned, and organized a memorable, fun, substance-free, and safe graduation night-into-morning party set for Friday, June 13, for every member of the GHS 2025 graduating class.

But more help is needed — in the form of donations, volunteers, and getting all graduates registered to attend, says Hannah Lintner Hickey, Project Graduation’s volunteer treasurer, website, and marketing materials designer.

Founded in Maine in 1980, Project Graduation began as a community responding to tragic alcohol-related deaths of seven teenagers during their high school graduation celebrations.

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The idea of communities providing alternative, alcohol- and drugfree celebrations for graduating seniors has since spread to all 50 states.

Supporting Project Graduation is very meaningful to Hannah.

“Project Graduation is personal to me,” says Hannah. “Not only do my husband, Jeff, and I have a daughter, Riley, graduating from the International Baccalaureate program at GHS this year, and therefore, we are very connected with this year’s senior class and their families; we have also experienced a personal loss of the kind Project Graduation is trying to prevent.”

In 1996, Hannah and Jeff’s high school classmate and dear

friend, Tyler Rigg, was killed in a fatal car accident.

“Even though the accident occurred 29 years ago, I get emotional thinking about it to this day,” says Hannah, who serves as a trustee of the Tyler Rigg Foundation (TRF).

Created by his parents, Dedee and Jerry Rigg, the charitable Tyler Rigg Foundation supports nonprofits in areas impacting social welfare, youth empowerment, disability issues, and environmental stewardship. Shoreline grantees have included Guilford-based Women and Family Life Center, Branford-based Read to Grow, Horizons at Foote (The Foote School, New Haven), and The Guilford Foundation.

“As a trustee of the Tyler Rigg Foundation, I have been fortunate enough to be able to transform a portion of our collective grief into positive change through the meaningful work of our

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As GHS Project Graduation 2025 volunteer treasurer, website and marketing materials designer, Hannah Lintner Hickey is helping with a final push.

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June 16 Meeting to Address Public Access at Eagleview Condos

Staff Writer By Aaron Rubin

The Guilford Board of Selectmen will host a special town meeting on Monday, June 16, to act on two public access easements and maintenance agreements surrounding a viewing platform that would grant community access to a popular coastal resource.

The platform is located at the Eagleview Condominiums at 405 Whitfield St., which are under construction in the Town Marina area. The platform was included in the project’s approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), which required the developers to provide community access to the coastal area under the state’s Coastal Area Management Act.

The PZC, town planner, and natural resource manager agreed that the platform would allow public viewing of a nest inhabited by American bald eagles.

If approved, public access to the platform would be provided via Pages Lane, a narrow road between Old Whitfield Street and Whitfield Street, which is owned by the developers. The agreement would grant easement rights to the public and the Guilford Yacht Club, allowing both to

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access a constructed boardwalk and platform. Public access to the eagle nest was a condition of the condominium project’s approval.

“It’s been there for several years and this was an effort to preserve people’s ability to see it,” First Selectman Matt Hoey said. “With the condos, there might not have been appropriate viewing opportunities.”

The agreements, if signed by the town and Eagleview’s owners, would be recorded on the property deed and grant perpetual rights to the viewing area for town residents.

Because the platform is located within a residential complex, the town is working to finalize access time frames before the June 16 meeting. One of the buildings—already sold—is located just 50 feet from the platform, raising concerns about privacy and potential disruption.

“Traditionally, when we have these kinds of coastal access easements, it’s usually a half hour before sunrise to a half hour after sunset,” Hoey said. “But I think there’s some concern from the developers about those kinds of extended hours. So we’re currently working through that.”

The Guilford Preservation Alliance (GPA), a local nonprofit dedicated to preserving the community’s built and natural environment, is recruiting volunteers to staff the Church Street information kiosk next to the Community Center this summer. Beginning in May and continuing through October, the kiosk volunteers will assist visitors and residents with information about events, activities, and historic sites in Guilford. Volunteers will be asked to attend one training session. Scheduling will be around volunteers’ availability and can be on a regular schedule or as fill-ins as needed. Welcoming visitors to Guilford and sharing information such as maps, brochures, social media, and locally based websites (see visitguilfordct.com among others) is a meaningful way to serve the community. Working in the Information Booth qualifies as GHS community service time. For more information, contact Rich Moalli at 203-640-6330 or richmoalli@gmail.com.

GUILFORD TOWN MEETINGS

NOTE: Call the town clerk at 203-453-8001 or visit the Guilford town website at www.guilfordct.gov to learn how to participate in the following meetings:

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Obituaries

Obituary

Ruth McCabe

Queensbury, NY

Ruth Leete McCabe, age 91, of Queensbury, New York, and formerly from Madison, passed away on Jan. 10, 2025, after a brief illness. She was born in Glens Falls, New York, the daughter of Paul and Edna Peck. She completed her education as an LPN to fit braces and prostheses. She practiced at Leete’s Pharmacy and Centerbrook Pharmacy in Connecticut. She later bought the medical supply part of Pharmacy Associates to create PA Medical, where she was a proud owner-operator for decades until she sold the business and retired at age 78.

Patch, and Brian Leete; her greatgrandchildren: Ryder, Jack, Aria, Ronan, Ian, and Sawyer.

Ruth lived a full, long life growing up in Connecticut, where she married and raised her four children. She was a Cub Scout leader and a 4-H leader, had a huge garden, and raised beef and pigs for the freezer. Her idea of “let’s get a pony for the kids” turned into a barn full of horses, long summer nights in the hayfield, and weekends at 4-H horse shows. She could sew anything from slipcovers to our wedding dresses. She knit many beautiful sweaters and knit matching Christmas stockings for all the new family members. In retirement, she knit hundreds of hats for the Snuggery.

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Ruth was predeceased by her parents; her first husband and father of her children Wallace Leete of Connecticut; stepdaughter Merylee M. Kent; and the love of her life, husband Lee McCabe. She is survived by her children Pamela Leete Shyne (Kevin) of Nevada City, California, and Milan, New Hampshire; Susan Donovan of Hudson Falls; Bill Leete (Cindy) of Madison; Sharon Leete of Key West, Florida; and stepdaughter JoAnna K. (McCabe) Maltby (Burt) of New Hampshire. Surviving siblings Clare Landon of North Guilford and Caroline Albough of Johnson City, New York; and her grandchildren: Sarah Quine, William Donovan, Jonathan Donovan, Nate Leete, Heather Leete

She opened her home to people from all over the world by hosting exchange students. She had long-term ties to the Adirondacks, spending lots of time at the camp her great-grandfather built on Sherman Lake.

Eventually, she moved permanently to Queensbury with her loving husband, Lee. She loved the Adirondack Balloon Festival, and that began her lifelong love of hot air balloons going up in them anytime she had the chance. When she and Lee had time off, they updated the camp and spent lots of time there. She called it “Heaven on Earth.”

Friends are invited to visitation hours from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 22, at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. Burial services will be held privately.

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Obituary

Wendy Skelton

Guilford

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Wendy Rose Skelton, age 65, at her home in Guilford. She was freed of her earthly pain on April 27, 2025, after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. A private Celebration of Life was held at Rose Vineyards on May 5. Born in 1959, Wendy grew up on the Rose farm in North Branford. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, David Skelton, whom she met at Southern Connecticut State University and then built a wonderful, busy life in Guilford. She also leaves behind her children: Aaron, Avery, Emma, and Alden Skelton; sisters Sara Querfeld (Rose) of Guilford and Diane Nunzianto (Rose) of North Branford; and her brothers, Alfred and Robert Rose of North Branford, along with their respective families. Her children and grandchildren were the center of her world; she supported and loved her family deeply and never gave anyone opportunity to doubt it.

together a great Halloween costume: a skill she took to the next level when she annually transformed herself into the Witch of Sandy Hollow for the Rose Orchards Haunted Hayride. Her creativity and love for fun were apparent in everything she did.

Wendy and Dave loved the outdoors, on two occasions having traveled the U.S. for months on end to hike and camp in the U.S. National Parks. Her favorites were Acadia, Yosemite, Tillicum National Forest, and some special others we cannot share because she wanted to keep the best campsites secret. She visited the Grand Canyon but only peeked over the edge before disappearing to the motorhome to busy herself with making an apple pie — a distraction from her fear of heights. She was a ski instructor at Powder Ridge and hiked up Mount Washington multiple times, once even bringing ten of her young nieces and nephews along with her.

GriefShareMeetings

GriefShare, a faith-based bereavement support group sponsored by Christ Chapel, 1185 Durham Road, Madison, meets for 13 weeks to offer help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. The weekly format includes supportive discussion and a journaling book reinforcing each week’s topics. For more information or to register, call Joanne Baker Deal, 860-304-5695 or visit christchapelcma.org/grief-share.

GACOpensRegistrationfor2025SummerYouthProgram

Registration for Guilford Art Center’s Summer Youth Art Program is open. Geared toward nurturing children’s creativity, refining their artistic skills, and fostering meaningful social connections through hands-on activities, the program offers weekly sessions for children ages 5 to 12 and special teen classes and workshops for those 12 and up. The Summer Youth Art Program runs from Monday, June 23, through Friday, Aug. 22. Parents and guardians can choose from morning and afternoon sessions for their children or sign up for bridge care and create the full-day of sessions. For more information, call the Guilford Art Center at 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

American Legion Guilford Post 48 invites local veterans to join the post and meet fellow veterans with similar interests and experiences. The post addresses veterans’ issues, organizes community projects such as food baskets for those in need, and sponsors programs such as Boys and Girls State, an oratorical contest for high school seniors, and a scholarship for Guilford High School students. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, except for July and August. Meetings begin with a short ceremony to honor MIAs and POWs. Locations and times of the meeting vary. For specific times and locations or for more information, call Ron DeMartino 203-453-6256 or Fred Brisbois 203-605-7747.

Wendy graduated from North Branford High School in 1977, where she was active in field hockey and track and played the trumpet. She continued to appreciate any musical composition featuring the trumpet for the rest of her life. Her father nicknamed her "Nurse Jane Fuzzywuzz," due to her affinity for animals; she once raised a heifer named Picadilly and always ranked the cow as her favorite “pet."

Wendy was a master at making simple things special, with a low threshold to declare a party (It only takes one visitor to have a party!). She enjoyed simple pleasures: a glass of iced tea in the sun, working in her enviable perennial garden, time with family, and having her favorite fried shrimp from Lenny and Joe’s Fish Tale. She never took anything for granted and often remarked how lucky she was. Wendy coached youth soccer for Soccer Club of Guilford and was one of the first women in town to earn a coaching license. She enjoyed membership to the Goodspeed Opera House and was known for putting

Wendy valued camaraderie and hard work, stemming from her childhood on the dairy farm. When the barns burned to the ground in 1977, the farm transitioned to fruits and vegetables. Wendy relished the agricultural work and continued to do so into adulthood, picking and packing bin after bin of apples, hosting school field trips to the orchard, managing the pie bakery and creamery, and doing it all while being an exemplary mother to four children with daunting extracurricular schedules.

Wendy was known for her vibrant personality and always wore colorful outfits to match her happy disposition. Her defining characteristics were her constant smile and zest for life, her empathy, and her ability to keep the goal in mind when faced with a challenge. She could see the forest through the trees, and she was unstoppable. Her legacy is the unconditional love she showered on her family. We invite you to remember her not with sorrow but with the same enthusiasm and laughter she brought into our lives. In lieu of flowers, donations in Wendy’s memory may be made to the National Park Foundation (nationalparks.org), whose mission is to protect and enhance the parks Wendy loved.

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Obituary Lisa Macdonald

Sarasota, FL

Mrs. Lisa Neydorff Macdonald, age 66, of Sarasota, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, in the comfort of her home after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. Lisa was born June 14, 1958, in New Haven, the eldest daughter of the late Charles A. Neydorff and Georgia Pantas Neydorff.

After graduating from Guilford High School in 1976, Lisa continued her education at Wells College in Aurora, New York. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in biology in 1980. Lisa had a successful career in the medical device field, working for two industryleading companies. Her longest tenure was with Becton Dickinson in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. Upon retirement from her position as director of microbiology and sterilization in 2015, Lisa and her husband relocated first to Wilmington, North Carolina, and later to Sarasota, Florida, to enjoy the many benefits a warmer climate has to offer. After moving to Sarasota, Lisa and Michael also maintained a second residence in Apex, North Carolina, to be near her stepson and his family. Lisa had many interests and accomplishments outside of the workplace. She was a wonderful cook, carrying on

many culinary traditions learned from her late mother. She enjoyed all types of needlework and sewing, with a special emphasis on quilting in her retired years. Always a sports enthusiast, Lisa stayed active playing tennis and pickleball. She was also an avid supporter of her husband’s passion for fast cars and IMSA and Formula 1 racing. Lisa enjoyed traveling and had the good fortune to see many parts of the world through either work or leisure. Above all, Lisa enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Lisa is survived and missed by her loving husband, Michael Macdonald of Sarasota, Florida; her stepson, Michael Macdonald II and daughter-in-law Leslie Macdonald of Apex, North Carolina; her grandchildren, Griffin Macdonald and Madilyn Macdonald; and her siblings: Christopher (Susan) Neydorff of Concord, New Hampshire, Robin (Martin) Eastman of Suffield, Stephen (Linda) Neydorff of Killingworth, and Erika (John) Horne of Suffield. She also leaves many other family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

A memorial service will be held at the Sarasota National Cemetery, date to be determined. A Celebration of Life is also being planned. The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Tidewell Hospice in Sarasota, Florida.

LEGAL NOTICE

GUILFORD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a series of VIRTUAL SPECIAL MEETINGS on the following dates (10:00 a.m.) to discuss the ongoing updates to the Plan of Conservation and Development. All are welcome to join via the ZOOM platform by using the following link. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6396320192 Meeting ID: 639 632 0192

Workshop #1: June 11

• Land Use and Zoning

• Demographics/Socioeconomic Trends

• Housing

Workshop #2: July 9

• Economic Development

• Transportation and Mobility

• Services and Facilities

• Utility Infrastructure

Workshop #3: July 16

• Coastal Zone Management

• Resiliency

• Sustainability

Workshop #4: September 16

• Historic and Cultural Resources

• Environmental Resources and Open Spaces

Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 5th of June 2025 – Sean Cosgrove, Chairman

Obituary

Sue Butler-Vause

Madison

On May 18, 2025, Sue Butler-Vause, 77, passed away at her Madison home. Sue was born in Ogden, Utah, Dec. 5, 1947, to the late Dee J. and Miriam Butler.

Loving mother of Mark Vause (Elizabeth) of Clinton, Colonel Ryan (Trina) Vause of Phoenix, Arizona, Sara Vause (Dennis) of Wallingford, Sally Vause (Ian) of Glastonbury; grandmother of JessicaSue and Jordan Dykman, Hadley and Courtney Vause, Tyler Vause, Cody Gunn, and Daymon Smith, and five great-grandchildren; bonus grandmother of Sydney and Alexandra Robison; sister of Kay Gamble of Utah; and fiancée of Scott Samuelson of Idaho. She was predeceased by her sister, Julie Sturgill; her son, David; and her daughter, Kathryn Vause Stratton.

An artist at heart, Sue expressed herself through drawing, painting, and photographing nature, writing poetry, writing and illustrating children’s stories, but most memorably through her unique sense of humor. Sue graduated from Samuel Clemens High School in Schertz,

Texas, in 1966 and went on to earn an Associate of Arts degree at West Valley College, Saratoga, California, attended Foothill College in Los Altos, California, Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, and returned to school in 1999 to earn a Medical Assistant Certification from Stone Academy in Hamden. After selflessly dedicating her life to raising her six children, Sue continued to touch the lives of many as a medical assistant, certified nursing assistant, and personal care assistant. Sue was a lifelong member of the Madison Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where, through her dedicated faith, she forged many friendships. Sue was enormously proud of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Sue was overjoyed that at the tender age of 77, she and her childhood sweetheart, Scott, had been given another chance at love, and they planned to be married this fall.

The family is grateful to the members of the Madison Ward for their kindness and support shown to Sue throughout her life and to her family after her passing. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 275 Warpas Road in Madison. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com

LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF GUILFORD NOTICE OF TOWN MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2025 – 8:15 A.M.

Notice is hereby given that a Special Town Meeting of the electors and citizens qualified to vote in Town meetings of the Town of Guilford, Connecticut, will be held at the Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford, Connecticut on Monday, June 16, 2025 at 8:15 a.m. to consider and act on the following:

To vote on acquiring a 10-foot wide Public Access Easement And Maintenance Agreement from Whitfield Street to a public access viewing platform over property located at 405 Whitfield Street known as Eagle View Homes located on Assessor’s Map 28, Lot 5 in accordance with Town Charter 7-7 and the Guilford Planning and Zoning Commission approval for 405 Whitfield Street, subject to Mandatory Referral to the Planning and Zoning Commission pursuant to CGS 8-24.

Dated at Guilford this 19th day of May, 2025.

Matthew T. Hoey

Charles L. Havrda

Sandy Ruoff

Susan K. Renner

Louis Federici

BOARD OF SELECTMEN TOWN OF GUILFORD

I hereby certify that on the 5th day of June, 2025, I posted the within warning upon the signpost of the Town of Guilford and on the 5th day of June, 2025 caused the same to be published in the Guilford Courier, a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Guilford.

Matthew T. Hoey First Selectman

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grantees, but no one should have to experience the loss that was the genesis of TRF,” Hannah says. “When a friend approached me to ask if I would volunteer to act as the treasurer for Project Graduation 2025, I thought to myself that if Project Graduation can save just one life, I knew I had to be a part of it.”

As their work nears the finish line, Hannah’s is hoping to see one last push of community support — and a full roster of GHS grads — get behind the big night. Ideally, the full class of approximately 270 students will be signed on. As of press time, over 150 have signed up. Families can register their graduates online for the June 13 event up until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, June 8. Registration is available at ghsprojectgraduation.com

Making a last push for additional fundraising, Hannah says the Guilford community has always played an integral part in making Project Graduation a success.

“We are a self-supporting organization and receive no financial assistance from the school system or the state. Our goal for this year is to raise $25,000. We are currently 92% of the way there, but with direct donations down over 30% from last year, co-chairs Jennifer Gould and Anne Marie Wienkamp and I, along with a team of a dozen other senior parent volunteers, have been working hard to get creative with other fundraisers,” Hannah says. Fundraisers, which have now wrapped up, include selling GHS Class of 2025 lawn signs, the Darling Divas bingo night on May 2, and restaurant givebacks through Jersey Mike’s, Guilford Marketplace, Mooyah, Panera, and Prime on Whitfield. Right now, there’s still time to support Project Graduation by making a direct donation at ghsprojectgraduation.com. Another way to contribute at the website is by placing an order to “Flock a Friend” (or neighbor, business in Guilford). Each order

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clears the landing for a small flock of plastic pink flamingos to temporarily touch down for a few days, together with a “You’ve Been Flocked” sign, on the designated recipient’s lawn as a surprise.

Hannah notes that Project Graduation’s gratitude to the community includes recognizing all direct donors on the website, Facebook group, and Instagram page. Donors of levels from $25 and up are also recognized in ad in the Guilford Courier. Recognition will also be made for recurring donors/sponsors.

“This is our way of letting the community know of donors’ commitment to help reduce the number of youth involved in alcohol and other drug-related crashes and to the GHS graduating class of 2025,” says Hannah.

All funds raised go to supporting the June 13 event night at Chelsea Piers. That includes transportation to and from the venue, entertainment by a hypnotist, catered food and drinks, a photo booth, and access to the facility’s trampoline park, rock-climbing wall, ice skating, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, turf fields, batting cages and more.

“This year, we are also very excited to be able to offer some truly outstanding door prizes,” Hannah notes.

Registration and attendance automatically enter graduates in a chance to win a flat-screen TV, dorm fridge, iPad, AirPods, Beats headphones and speakers, a digital camera, gift cards, and more. Through its efforts, Project Graduation 2025 will be providing an experience value estimated at $200 per attendee, with seniors paying just $70 each toward registration, Hannah shares.

Project Graduation also offers financial assistance for any family of a GHS senior currently experiencing financial hardship.

Email ghsprojectgradtreasurer@gmail.com for details. All inquiries are confidential.

“We believe that a registration fee should not be a bar to entry for an event as

The 2025 Worth Tasting Event, a series of downtown culinary walking tours in New Haven, continues through Saturday, Dec. 13. The food-tasting tour is led by Stephen Fries, food columnist, professor of hospitality management. The tour lasts four hours and includes stops at six to eight restaurants and eateries in the Elm City. Tours depart 10:30 a.m. from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple Street. The remaining tours will be held on Saturdays, June 14, Sept. 13, Oct. 25, and Dec. 13 (holiday tour). Parking is available at the Crown Street or Temple Street Garage in New Haven. Tickets cost $80 each, except for the December tour, which is $85. Service fees apply. Reservations are required. For more information or to make a reservation, call 203-415-3519 or visit worthtasting.co/newhaven.

special as this. We want to ensure that every graduate who wants to be there can be there,” Hannah says.

As a Guilford resident of 18 years, Hannah brings her caring heart as well as her professional savvy to much of her volunteer work.

Professionally, she’s enjoyed a long career producing and directing television series and specials, including 17 seasons of the docu-follow series Chasing Classic Cars (airing on Discovery’s networks in 35 countries).

As co-founder and senior vice president of production and development for Branford-based Crashing Wave Entertainment, Hannah’s television work required plenty of travel. That made coming home to Guilford “all the more comforting,” she says, as well as fostering her desire to give back to her community.

“What I love the most about producing documentary television is meeting people and becoming fully immersed in new ideas,” Hannah says. “But after 17 seasons of the road-warrior lifestyle, I wanted nothing more than to do those things right here at home.”

Hannah says she “pressed pause” on making television about four years ago and started focusing on giving back as a community member and school parent.

From 2021 to 2024, Hannah served as treasurer of the GHS Booster Club, The Guilford Midfielders, raising money to support girls’ and boys’ soccer. In the last three years, she helped the club to raise over $11,400 for Smilow Cancer Hospital. Hannah’s creative talents also served to cultivate content for the booster club’s social media, which she also managed. Additionally, she was the girls’ soccer sideline photographer for four years.

In the fall of 2023, Hannah launched an online fundraiser to support a Guilford family in need in response to a tragic accident; the effort has raised over $110,000 to date. In 2024, she was invited to be a mentor for a GHS senior’s Mastery Based

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Diploma Assessment (MBDA) project. And as a talented photographer, Hannah has volunteered her camera work for GHS sports, senior portraits, and Guilford’s nonprofit Song Strong 5K.

To assist and protect animals in need of forever homes, in October and June of 2024, Hannah coordinated two rescue dog adoption events in Guilford in conjunction with Jenni’s Rescue Ranch and Clarity Medical Aesthetics, hosted at Bishop’s Orchards and Farm Market. The combined events resulted in 57 dog adoptions, saving them from euthanasia. Hannah also organized the events’ websites, marketing materials, and photography.

Right now, Hannah is working to help spread the word for Project Graduation that volunteers are still in great demand for this year’s event. At least 10 more volunteers are needed to make the night a success, she says.

“Aside from fundraising, our biggest challenge is securing event volunteers, especially bus and overnight chaperones,” says Hannah.

Overnight chaperone roles are typically filled by the parents of GHS juniors. This year, Project Graduation is hoping to attract more junior parents by offering those who volunteer for the overnight shift free admission for their students to next year’s Project Graduation.

In addition, Project Graduation is hoping to gather volunteers to assist with 9:30 p.m. check-in at GHS on June 13 and to assist with graduates returning to GHS on buses early the following morning.

“Volunteering is not only a meaningful way to support our graduates and ensure they have a memorable, safe night, but there’s also a sense of paying it forward for when the time comes for others to volunteer when your children are graduating,” Hannah says. “Volunteering with a friend or group of friends is encouraged. We’re looking forward to the community coming together to make this an unforgettable night!”

Camp Invention, a nationally recognized nonprofit summer enrichment program, is coming to two locations: Old Saybrook Middle School, 60 Sheffield Street, from Monday, June 23, through Friday, June 27, and Adams Middle School, 233 Church Street, Guilford, from Monday, Aug. 4, through Friday, Aug. 8. A program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF) in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Camp Invention challenges children in kindergarten to grade 6 to tap into their natural curiosity and use their creativity to solve problems. Through hands-on activities, Camp Invention promotes STEM; builds confidence, leadership, perseverance, and resourcefulness; and encourages entrepreneurship in an engaging environment. Pricing starts at $275. For more information or to register, visit invent.org/camp.

Stunning Silky

After being someone’s faithful companion, this 9-year-old girl suddenly became homeless when her owner moved out of state and put her outside. Silky was hiding in the woods, trying to survive, when Forgotten Felines was notified. She is a stunning black and white long-haired cat who is nothing but sweet and affectionate. She will do anything to get attention, pets and brushes, and rewards people by curling up on their laps. Can you promise to give Silky a forever home and never abandon her? Stop by our open house or apply online to adopt this beautiful girl at www.forgottenfelinesct.org.

Forgotten Felines holds an open house every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary.

Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedicated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facility clean and organized. If you can donate your time, it will be very rewarding and much appreciated. Call the volunteer line at 860-669-1347 or send an email to volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org.

Summer2025AdultArtProgram

The Guilford Art Center (GAC) announces that registration is open for its summer 2025 adult art program. The seasonal program offers various art classes and workshops designed for adults of all skill levels—from complete beginners to experienced artists looking to expand their practice. For more information, call GAC at 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

Find Your Match At Forgotten Felines:

Photo by Tracye Mueller

Story by Carol Andrecs

LEGAL NOTICE

At the Board of Selectmen’s Meeting held Monday, May 19, 2025, following a Public Hearing held Monday, May 19, 2025, the Board of Selectmen adopted the following: Ordinance to Amend Chapter 247, Article XII – Tax Abatement for the Development of Affordable Housing Units

AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS:

A dwelling unit for persons and families whose household income does not exceed the 100% median income for the area, adjusted for family size, (“AMI”) as determined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (H.U.D.) and which unit can be sold or rented, as applicable, at the following prices: in the case of rentals, a mean monthly contract rent, including utilities, that does not exceed 30% of the household income of a family whose income is at 100% of AMI or, in the case of homeownership, a dwelling unit found to meet affordability criteria set by the Connecticut Department of Housing (“DOH”) or the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) or other applicable regulatory authority. Title to any project or property receiving a tax abatement under this article shall be subject to deed covenants or restrictions in such form as provided by the Connecticut Department of Housing or other applicable regulatory authority, as may be amended from time to time, which shall prescribe a satisfactory method of future enforcement and shall require that such affordability restrictions shall be maintained for at least 40 years after the initial occupation of a proposed rental development or, in the case of a homeownership project, for a period of 40 years or such lesser affordability period as may be required by the DOH OR HUD or other applicable regulatory authority.

§ 247-46Tax abatement contract.

(6) Household income will be determined each year by the Assessor’s Office by calculating the Total Income of all current residents of a household as reported on Line 9 of each household member’s U.S. Individual Income Tax Returns by all household members who filed such a return for the preceding calendar year, or by such other documentation requested by the Assessor’s Office. If requested documentation is not provided by every household member by May 15 of each year (or such other deadline as may be communicated in writing by the Assessor’s Office), the abatement for that year will not be approved.

(7) In the case of home ownership, once an abatement contract is obtained by the developer under this Section, assigned to the initial homeowner(s) at purchase, and once the deed restriction meeting the requirements set forth in 247-45 above has been recorded on the land records, the dwelling unit shall be valued for assessment purposes at the initial sales on all subsequent Grand Lists until the next revaluation. The dwelling unit will not be revalued in any year other than when there is a Townwide revaluation unless otherwise statutorily required (ie. under Conn. Gen. Stats. 12-53a, 12-64a or other statute). For subsequent revaluation cycles, the dwelling unit shall be valued by using the then applicable “HUD Homeownership Value Limits” for the operative Revaluation Year, or any sale price within one (1) year of the Revaluation Date, whichever is lower.

(8) The amount of the abatement shall be determined by the Assessor on an annual basis by calculating the household income as follows:

Household income at or below 100% of AMI: Abatement of 50%

Household income at or below 80% of AMI: Abatement of 75%

Household income at or below 60% of AMI: Abatement of 100%

B. Required contract terms.

(5)

The abatement contract shall be assignable to all successors and assigns of the developers or owners, provided that 1) all conditions of this section have been, and continue to be met, 2) in the case of rental property, the successor or assignee is a nonprofit entity recognized as exempt from taxation under the Internal Revenue Code or is a governmental or quasi-governmental entity that is a developer or owner of property, 3) in the case of homeownership, the successor or assignee unit found to meet the eligibility criteria as set by the Connecticut Department of Housing (“DOH”) or the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) or other applicable regulatory authority. and 4) notice of any change in ownership of the property is properly filed with the Town Clerk and on Town land records.

Dated at Guilford this 19th day of May, 2025, in accordance with Section 3-4 of Guilford Town Charter. This ordinance shall become effective July 5th, 2025.

Matthew T. Hoey, III

Charles L. Havrda

Sandra Ruoff

Susan Renner

Louis Federici BOARD OF SELECTMEN TOWN OF GUILFORD

Matthew T. Hoey, III

Town Directs Opioid Settlement

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Through East Shore District Health, GY&FS has also purchased and distributed naloxone kits, an invaluable resource for prevention measures that may include reversing an overdose on opioids. Regan said these kits are useful for “overdose related to heroin, fentanyl, or prescription opioid medications.”

Medication lock boxes and Deterra pouches, drug deactivation and disposal pouches have also been widely distributed in the community through community events and individual requests, added Regan.

While GY&FS will continue its partnership with East Shore District Health to distribute naloxone to community members, spreading opioid prevention awareness remains an integral part of efforts in the community. A recent educational event took place last month at the Guilford Free Library, featuring a screening of the documentary film Tipping the Pain Scale. Additionally, GY&FS is continuing to raise awareness through the visual medium in other towns.

“We have purchased an on-screen

rolling advertisement for 12 months at the Madison Art Cinemas in Madison,” said Regan. “This is a Change the Script video that shows we can beat the opioid epidemic in Connecticut by keeping prescriptions secure and not letting others access them, only taking medication that is prescribed for you and making sure you only use it exactly as directed, and helping to reduce stigma by supporting people who are in treatment and recovery. This campaign is running just before the movie advertising trailers and runs on every show, every day in both cinema auditoriums at all times.”

GY&FS will continue to share information about community events and naloxone distribution through social media and other advertisements, all part of an effort to “reach a broader audience through innovative prevention efforts,” said Regan. If Guilford residents and community groups are interested in garnering free naloxone training and kits, Y&FS asks community members to contact Prevention Coordinator Leah Foster at FosterL@guilfordct.gov. Foster can also provide free medication lock boxes and Deterra pouches. For more information, visit www.itsworthitguilford.org.

LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF GUILFORD

PUBLIC HEARING

JUNE 16, 2025

8:30 A.M.-GUILFORD TOWN HALL

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, June 16, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., in the Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford, Connecticut and via Zoom at Traci Brinkman is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85760395338?pwd=Hmj6aTJkTqvmg31PTp4m4QvD3C709a.1 Meeting ID: 857 6039 5338 Passcode: 342640

1. Programs that shall be included on a list pursuant to Chapter 228a of the Connecticut General Statutes, NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE ACT, prior to submission of such list to the State of Connecticut Department of Revenue Services.

All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. Written communications will be received. This notice is published pursuant to Section 3-4(8) of the Charter of the Town of Guilford.

Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 19th day of May 2025.

Matthew T. Hoey III

Charles L. Havrda

Louis Federici

Susan K. Renner

Sandra Ruoff

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

TOWN OF GUILFORD

Matthew T. Hoey III

First Selectman

Shoreline Spartans Girls’ Rugby Claims Division 2 Championship

By Jenn McCulloch

Special to Guilford Courier

The Shoreline Spartans high school girls’ rugby team won the CT Rugby Division 2 Championship with a 15-5 victory over North Haven after going undefeated at 8-0 this past spring, scoring more than 300 points on the season. The team competed against North Haven, Staples, and Fairfield throughout the season to claim the No. 1 seed.

While the Shoreline Spartans Rugby Club was established in 2015, the high school girls’ team is only in its fourth season, playing 7v7 rugby in CT Rugby Division 2. Ciera Harris and her wife, Kristen Urban, have coached the team since its inception in 2022, when there were four to six girls at each practice.

The high school team is not the only area of the program that has seen growth. The club began with seven players in 2025 and now has 125 athletes playing from kindergarten through high school.

Harris has enjoyed seeing the numbers continue to grow over the years to 16 this past season. This year’s team includes Bethany Harwood and Carlee Harwood of

Killingworth, Aleia Aleman and Skyla Ortiz of Clinton, Aiden Carlone of Essex, Olivia Kelly of Old Lyme, Ava Novak of Lyme, Makenna Sullivan and Evie Day of Guilford, Annalee McDevitt of Madison, Maria Ceniglio of East Haddam, Katie Gerl and Phoebe Gerl of Deep River, Hannah DeCaro of Haddam, Carrigan Mack of Plainville, and Saylor Thomas of Higganum. Bethany Harwood, Carlee Harwood, Sullivan, and Aleman are all fouryear players, with the senior class rounded out by Thomas, Ceniglio, Ortiz, and Kelly.

“Each of these players has brought their skill and knowledge to the team and played a pivotal role in all of our success this•year — they show up, work hard, and have proven to be strong role models to our younger players,” said Harris. “A major highlight of our season included being able to give our eight seniors a state championship. Other highlights include being able to see the team grow this year not only in skill and ability, but as a family. The players stepped up and made sure they had each other’s backs on and off the field. They also volunteered at various charity events throughout the year.”

This season’s team was led by senior captain Carlee Harwood and sophomore captain McDevitt. Harwood, who began playing as a freshman, was the team’s leading scorer with 24 tries this season. McDevitt has played since fifth grade, bringing deep experience.

“Carlee Harwood is an amazing player and leader on and off the field and has been at the center of our recruitment and knows how to hype up and focus the team before game day. We will miss her amazing grit and ability to run through any team, as well as her leadership, positive attitude, and ability to bring fun into anything,” said Harris. “Annalee brings her knowledge to the team. She does well explaining the game to new players and making sure everyone feels included. As a sophomore, she has really stepped up and taken on any task that is asked of her.”

In addition to her captains, Harris saw contributions across the board. Mack will be the lone returning senior next season, bringing experience as a four-year player. Freshmen DeCaro, Novak, Carlone, and Katie Gerl — the team’s leading freshman with four tries — were key components of the team’s success.

“Carrigan is always contributing by running the ball, sliding through the defense, and always being there to tackle and ruck on defense,” said Harris. “Katie, Hannah, Ava, and Aiden went above and beyond proving themselves this year and truly are the future of this team.”

Half of this season’s team will be graduating. Of the eight seniors, six were nominated to try out for the CT All Star team: Carlee Harwood, Bethany Harwood, Sullivan, Kelly, and Ceniglio.

“CT All Stars is a team of all the best rugby players in the state,” said Harris. “This team is elite and has the opportunity to compete against other states, gain experience being coached by a college coach, and play at a higher level.”

Harris noted that every senior contributed to the team and will be missed. She explained that Sullivan was the second-leading scorer with eight scores on the season.

“We will miss Saylor’s funny remarks and ability to go on the field and play any position we ask of her, even if she had just learned it on the sidelines, and Makenna’s

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Photo courtesy of Ciera Harris

Pictured are members of the Shoreline Spartans girls' rugby team in Coach Kristen Urban, Aleia Aleman, Bethany Harwood, Maria Ceniglio, Makenna Sullivan, Carlee Harwood, Olivia Kelly, Saylor Thomas, Skyla Ortiz, and Coach Ciera Harris.

Carlee Harwood was a senior captain for the Shoreline Spartans girls' rugby team this spring, helping to lead the squad to a state title.

Week Five of Deep River Horseshoes Brings Several Fun Matches

Sports Editor By Gabby Maljanian

Sox won the next four games, and the Angels took game six. Beckwith’s 125point series was the third highest for “A” division, and Red Sox’s Gerry Hines had a season best 60-point series. The Red Sox

Jeremy Davis’s Dodgers defeated Damin Roberts’ Rockies 3.5-2.5. In game one, Roberts got off to his usual slow start with six points in the first six boxes but rallied for the win. The Dodgers won the next three games, one benefit of handicap and Ed Turner’s season best 33-point game. In game five, the Rockies led by 14 points going into the last box, and the Dodgers outscored the Rockies 10-1. With the seven points of handicap, the game ended in a tie. Dodgers’ Turner’s 88-point series was a season best, and Rockies’ Vinny Jonynas’s 99-point series was tied for third highest in “B” division. Davis and Roberts each had a 102-point series. For the second time in three weeks, Sheryl Serviss’s Tigers finished game one in a tie, as they faced John Hutra’s Marlins. Serviss’s four in the last box gave them the tie, and the teams split the next four games. Marlins’ Dennis Allen’s 34 and 29-point games were key to the Marlins’ two wins. In the deciding game, Allen outscored the Tigers for the win. The Marlins won 3.5-2.5, and Allen’s 109-point

Three other matches finished in a split, including John Sciacca’s Diamondbacks vs. Cody Layton’s Cubs. Game one was decided in the last box. The Cubs were down four points and outscored the Diamondbacks 5-1, but they lost by one point. The Diamondbacks went on to win the next two games. Warren Bellows and Paul Chrystal had series in the high 70s, as the Cubs won the final three games. Sciacca had a season best 123-point series.

Toohey’s Cardinals vs. Brady Miller’s White Sox also ended in a split. It was the usual start for Toohey - in game one, his 44-point game outscored the White Sox, and in games two and five, his 43 and 35point games tied the White Sox’s scores. Toohey was the night’s top scorer with a

Mike Zanelli’s Giants vs. Joe Heery’s Rangers ended even as well. Zanelli and Heery had issues with their mechanics, as both players averaged 15-20 points below their averages. The Rangers won two games by one point. This was the Giants’ third match in a row where they ended

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Photo courtesy of Joe Heery

Pictured are Mark Goodale and Skip Robinson who were paired against each other in Week Five of the Deep River Horseshoe League.

Smith and Harabadze Named Spring Scholar Athletes, Girls’ Tennis Cruises to SCC Title

By Gabby Maljanian

Sports Editor

Girls’ Tennis

On May 23, Guilford girls’ tennis hosted North Haven for the quarterfinals of the Southern Connecticut Conference (SCC) Tournament and won 4-0. Zoe Tsoukanelis earned a 6-4, 6-2 singles victory. Mia Hardy and Peyton Lynch won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 1 doubles, and Kate Gasparini and Breann Shelton won 6-1, 6-1 at No. 2 doubles. In the No. 3 doubles spot, MaKenna Clark and Juliette Kellner won 6-0, 6-1.

In the semifinals on May 27, the Grizzlies hosted Lauralton Hall and won 6-1. Caroline Hergan won 6-2, 6-0 at No. 1 singles, and Tsoukanelis won 6-1, 6-1 at No. 3 singles. Olivia Cowperthwait earned a 6-1, 6-0 victory at No. 4 singles. On the doubles side, Hardy and Lynch won 6-0, 6-1 at No. 1, Gasparini and Shelton won 5-7, 6-2, 10-8 at No. 2, and Clark and Kellner earned a 6-1, 6-3 No. 3 doubles victory.

Guilford traveled to Amity for the conference championship match on May 28 and won 4-3. Sophie Gochman won 6-3, 6-3 at No. 2 singles, and Tsoukanelis won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 3 singles. Cowperthwait earned a 6-1, 6-0 victory at No. 4 singles. Clark and Kellner won 6-4, 6-2 at No. 3 doubles.

Hergan was named to the AllSCC First Team for singles play, and Lynch and Hardy earned First Team spots for doubles.

Golf

GRIZZLIES

Amity and took a 4-3 loss.

Several Guilford baseball players were named to the All-SCC First Team this spring, including Lucas Ametrano, Lucas Deshefy, and Adam Copeland. Alex Tafro was named to the Second Team.

The Guilford golf team competed in the SCC Championship match on May 27 at The Farms Country Club and placed third with a team score of 308. Andrew Beauton earned medalist honors, shooting an even-par 72. Daniel Pierce scored an 81, Kelley Webster scored a 78, Anthony Cerino added a 79, and Bobby Shaw finished with a 79.

Beauton was named to the AllConference Team for his efforts on the course this spring. He was additionally named Player of the Year for the conference, and Head Coach David Esteban was named the conference’s Coach of the Year.

Scholar Athletes

Addison Smith (girls’ crew) and Tomas Harabadze (boys’ tennis) were named Guilford’s SCC Spring Scholar Athletes for excelling both in the classroom and in their respective sports.

Baseball

The Guilford baseball team hosted Fairfield Prep in the quarterfinals of the SCC Tournament on May 24 and won 4-2. In the semifinals on May 27, Guilford traveled to top-seeded

Softball

Ella Munson was named to the All-SCC First Team for Guilford softball this spring. Peyton LeMay, Sarah O’Brien, and Kenna Tansey were named to the Second Team.

Girls’ Lacrosse

Emelia Votto was named to the All-SCC First Team as a defender for Guilford girls’ lacrosse. Lilly Peck (attack), Colby Atwater (midfield) and Maddie Welch (midfield) were all named to the Second Team.

Boys’ Lacrosse

Aidan Connelly, Jonah Labbadia-Colon, and Ryan Gribbon were all named to the All-SCC Second Team for Division I boys’ lacrosse.

Boys’ Tennis

Tomas Kharabadze earned a spot on the All-SCC Second Team as a singles player for Guilford boys’ tennis, and doubles players Nate Greif and Logan Wertheim were also named to the Second Team.

The Grizzlies traveled to

Conard on May 30 for the first round of the Class L State Tournament and won 5-2.

Boys’ Outdoor Track

James Oberg was named to the All-SCC First Team for Guilford boys’ outdoor track for the shot put (53-04.50).

Guilford boys’ outdoor track competed in the Southern Connecticut Conference (SCC) Championship meet on May 27 and placed eighth with 34 points.

Oberg won the shot put with a throw of 53’4.25. He is the backto-back SCC shot put champion. He also finished fifth in the discus with a throw of 139’4”. The Guil-

ford 4x400-meter relay team (Xavier Chieffo, Max Freeman, Gabriel Grassi, and Ethan Wienkamp) came in third with a time of 3:23.18. Their time breaks the Guilford High School record set in 1980. Ben Glascoff came in fifth in the long jump with a jump of 20’8.25,” and the 4x800 team (Enzo Taverna, Lewis Thoreen, David Zhang, and Tyler Mezrich) came in seventh with a time of 8:43.18.

Girls’ Outdoor Track

Kaylin Diglio (11-06) was named to the All-SCC Second Team for pole vault for Guilford girls’ outdoor track.

Photo courtesy of GHS Athletics

Pictured are Addison Smith and Tomas Harabadze, Guilford's SCC Spring Scholar Athletes.

Schedules

Saturday, June 7: Class L State Tournament Quarterfinals

Tuesday, June 10: Class L State Tournament Semifinals

Friday, June 13 or Saturday, June 14: Class L State Tournament Finals

Tuesday, June 10: Division I State Championship at 8 a.m.

Saturday, June 7: State Open Championship at 11:30 a.m.

Friday, June 6: Class L State Tournament Quarterfinals

Tuesday, June 10: Class L State Tournament Semifinals

Sunday, June 15: Class L State Tournament Finals

Friday, June 6: Class L State Tournament Quarterfinals

Saturday, June 7: Class M State Tournament Quarterfinals

Wednesday, June 11: Class M State Tournament Semifinals

Saturday, June 14: Class M State Tournament Finals

Monday, June 9 or Tuesday, June 10: Class L State Tournament Semifinals

Saturday, June 14: Class L State Tournament Finals

Shoreline Spartans Girls’ Rugby Claims Division 2 Championship

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ability to juke any player and her strong influence on the field as scrum half,” said Harris. “Maria was dedicated to the sport and had the ability to push herself and others when they are down and play through the tough times. Bethany had a locked-in attitude and ability to focus everyone around her. She is always willing to push herself, support others, and learn more about the game.• Skyla has made great strides in her abilities, and we will miss Aleia’s sound effects while playing and practicing, her can-do attitude, and her ability to go out there and use every amount of strength she has to take down other teams. We only had one season with Olivia and wish she could continue with us. Olivia might have started this year but has been playing as if she’s played all her life.”

Harris is also grateful for the support of her coaching staff, including Urban,

Veronica Genco, and Francessca•Tino. The group celebrated this year’s team with one of Harris’s favorite traditions, an end-ofyear fun practice where they not only play games, but celebrate team members and their contributions and reflect on the season.

“During this practice, we get to really enjoy each other’s company and celebrate our seniors and our team,” said Harris.

“This season, the girls went above and beyond our goals for this season. We wanted to win some games and make it the best season we could for our seniors.”

The Shoreline Spartans Rugby program is a non-profit organization located in Clinton, Connecticut,• dedicated to giving boys and girls an opportunity to grow, learn, and succeed through the sport of rugby.

The Spartans are always looking for new players, and no experience is required. All coaches are USA Rugby certified. For information, visit www.shoreline rugby.com.

Fun By The Numbers

Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test!

Last Week’s Answers

Here’s How It Works:

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

Bringing Bluebirds Home

How One Couple is Helping Bring Birds Back to Madison

By Michael Fitzsousa

When Susannah and Tom Graedel moved to Connecticut from New Jersey in 1997, they brought with them a love of bluebirds. As they had at their former home in the Garden State, they erected small wooden nest boxes to attract and harbor the brightly colored songbirds, which only a few decades before appeared to be in danger of disappearing.

The boxes were part of a national effort by the North American Bluebird Society, launched in the ‘70s, to save the Eastern bluebird species. These specially designed boxes protected bluebird nests and young from predators. For the Graedels, who live in North Branford, the boxes became the focal point of a weekly routine to monitor the progress of a now-expanding population. Coordinating with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Citizen Science Program, the Graedels would check the boxes at their former home on Legend Hill Road in Madison and repair any damage caused by rodents, snakes, or competing bird species such as wrens and sparrows. When the bluebird offspring arrived, they recorded the details and sent the data off to Cornell. That backyard operation expanded over time to other locations, including Bauer Park, the Madison town park where Susannah Graedel worked as an environmental educator for many years, and now Rettich Preserve on River Road, which is managed by the Madison Land Conservation Trust. The Graedels maintain 22 boxes at Bauer Park and seven boxes at Rettich Preserve. They even check the boxes at their former home.

“The idea is you inspect them regularly. Is there a nest there? Are there eggs in the nest? Are there baby birds?” said Tom Graedel. “If you do this every week, then if something’s wrong, you can clean them out and get things going again.” And much can go wrong. Marauding house wrens and starlings are prone to trashing the nests or moving in on top with their own nests. If bluebird eggs or hatchlings are present, the invaders destroy them.

Unlike many species of birds, Eastern

bluebirds are cavity nesters, typically making their homes in empty hollows of trees and old fence posts. As old-growth forests were cleared for farmland in the 1800s, their numbers declined dramatically—as much as 90% by the mid-20th century. The success of invasive species, notably house sparrows and European starlings, created competition for nesting spaces. But the bluebirds rebounded in large part thanks to the many thousands of nest boxes that became popular after efforts to publicize their plight. They now have a rating of “least concern” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. The Christmas Bird Counts organized by the Audubon Society showed a three-fold increase in Eastern bluebirds from 1980 to 2004.

“They really are thriving,” said Susannah Graedel, who studied zoology at the University of Michigan and earned a master’s degree in ecology and evolutionary biology from Rutgers University. She will be leading a program titled “Get Ready for Bluebirds” on Saturday, June 21 at Bauer Park in Madison.

Tom Graedel, who was a researcher at Bell Laboratories in Murray Hill, New Jersey, before joining the faculty at Yale School of the Environment, has enjoyed a lifelong fascination with birds but is particularly drawn to the bluebird.

“You get into this business, and you tend to like an awful lot of different birds, but bluebirds are pretty special—and it’s special that you can deal with them,” he said.

“A lot of birds that are special, but you just have no way of connecting with them. A chickadee is small and does its own thing, and we love them, but we’re not housing them. But bluebirds, they’re just right. We can deal with them and do them some good.”

Bluebirds start nesting in Madison in early spring. On Saturday, June 21, from 8 to 10 a.m., learn about what these lovely songbirds need to raise a family, then tour the Bauer Bluebird Trail to see the birds in action. Learn how to become a bluebird nest box monitor as part of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Citizen Science Program. Next box plans are available. This is an outdoor program, so dress for the weather. All ages, though children must be accompanied by an adult. Instructor: Susannah Graedel. Meets outside the Bauer Park Classroom building. Rain date is Sunday, June 22, from 8 to 10 am. Register here: https://bit.ly/4k4qmh4

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Photo courtesy of Michael Fitzsousa

When Susannah and Tom Graedel moved to Connecticut from New Jersey in 1997, they brought with them a love of bluebirds.

Photo courtesy of Michael Fitzsousa

When Susannah and Tom Graedel moved to Connecticut from New Jersey in 1997, they brought with them a love of bluebirds.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Ribbon Cutting

: 10:30 a.m. Little Sprouts Learning Center, 169 Ledge Hill Rd., Guilford. The learning center offers child-centered learning experiences, lessons, and activities for ages 2 to 5. For info, visit littlesproutsnorthguilford.com.

The Estuary Outreach Series

: 1 p.m. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. The Estuary aims to introduce its mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.

Music by Dan Stevens

: 5 to 7 p.m. Pa's Place, 514 Whitfield St., Guilford. For info, call 203-689-5526 or visit danstevens.net.

Guilford Community Fund (GCF) Annual Meeting

5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. GCF will present the 2025 grantees with their awards. For info, email info@guilfordcommunityfund.org or visit guilfordcommunityfund.org.

31st Annual Poetry Presentation

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Winning poets will read their poems and receive their awards. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library. Free and open to all. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Open Mic Night

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Led by Madison’s Poet Laurate Ed Lent. Sign-ups begin at 5:45 p.m. The first 12 to sign up are guaranteed a spot. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.

The Poetry of Protest: Just in Case This is Not a Perfect World

: 6 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library 67 Park St. Features a discussion led by Guilford Poet Laureate Mark McGuire-Schwartz. For info or to register, call the library at 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Author Event: Sanibel in Conversation with Tory Bilski To Have and Have More: A Novel

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Shoreline Sailing Club Event

: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and over. New members are welcome and sailing experience is not necessary. Cost: free for members and first-time guests, $10 for others. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

Concert by Karla Bonoff

: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 6

Good Neighbor Lighting: An Informative Event on Lighting and Bird Migration

: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Page Hardware & Appliance Co., 9 Boston St., Guilford. Features outdoor demonstrations about ways to reduce energy bills, save money, and lower carbon footprints by converting outdoor lighting to bird-safe lighting. Cohosted by Page Hardware and two nonprofit organizations combating light pollution, Lights Out Connecticut and Dark Sky. For info, email Janice Ross at jross3340@gmail.com.

Friday Movie Matinee

: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Registration recommended. For info, including the movie title, or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Opening Reception for

David Dunlop: Quest for Radiance

: 5 to 8 p.m. Susan Powell Fine Art, 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features wine, hors d'oeuvres, and an opportunity to meet the artist. The exhibit runs through Sunday, July 6. For info, call 203-318-0616 or visit susanpowellfineart.com.

Phantom of the Opera

: 6 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall Auditorium, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Presented by the Shoreline Theater Academy. Free. For info or tickets, contact 860-227-2363 or shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com, or visit shorelinetheateracademy.org/tickets.

Best of Boston Comedy Festival

: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 7

Church Tag Sale

: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., Durham. Outdoor tables will have records, tapes, CDs, books, pictures and frames, baskets, electronics, sporting equipment, and miscellaneous tag sale items. Indoor tables will have clothing, toys, jewelry, china, linens, kitchen supplies, craft supplies, and more.

Calendar for the Week of June 5, 2025

Rain or shine. For info, contact 860-349-3058 or maryellend1947@comcast.net.

Tag Sale

: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. St. John's Episcopal Church, 3 Trumbull Pl., North Haven. Features household items, toys, and more. For info, contact 203-239-0156 or office@stjohns-northhaven.org.

Tag, Plant, and Bake Sale

: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lutheran Church of Madison, 9 Britton Ln. Features household items, kitchenware, linens, jewelry, plants, decorative pots, books, homemade bakery treats, and more. Hosted by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary Guild. Proceeds benefit the church mission projects at home and abroad. For info, call the church at 203-245-4145.

Church Spring Fair

: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Mary’s Church of the Visitation, 54 Grove St., Clinton. Features crafters, raffles for cash prizes, food, and more. For info, call the parish office at 860-669-8512.

Madison Lions Club 51st Annual Flea Market

: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Madison Town Green. In conjunction with the ABC bike sale. Free admission. Food and beverage available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the local and state charities supported by the Madison Lions Club. For info, call 860-227-8045.

Trails Day Walk at Angeloni Woodland Preserve

: 9:30

a.m. Angeloni Woodland Preserve. Hikers will begin walking the interconnected trail systems from the cul-de-sac on Chestnut Grove Road in Guilford. Hosted by the North Branford Land Conservation Trust. Led by Frank Angeloni and David Bell. For info, email info@nblandtrust.org or visit nblandtrust.org/events.

Demonstration

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

: 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Meet at the Sullivan Drive entrance to the East River Preserve, 55 Sullivan Dr., Guilford. Some portions of the planned route are steep, so hiking shoes/boots and poles are recommended. Hosted by the Guilford Land Conservation Trust (GLCT). Led by GLCT President Janet Ainsworth. For info, text 203-530-7826 or visit guilfordlandtrust.org.

Native American Jewelry Exhibition

: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maximus Home, 143 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features varieties of turquoise, cut cabochon stones, and other semi-precious jewelry. Presented by Martin Seidel from Albuquerque, New Mexico. The show is free and open to the public. For info, contact Lu Leahy at 860-961-9296 or maryluleahy@gmail.com

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Church

Blacksmith

Nut Plains Woods Trails Day Hike

‘Quest for Radiance’ Illuminates Susan Powell Fine Art

Susan Powell Fine Art is presents , a solo exhibition by artist David Dunlop, running from Friday, June 6 through Sunday, July 6.

Dunlop’s work captures the ephemeral qualities of light, movement, and perception. Through layering semi-transparent Quest for Radiance

pigments on reflective surfaces, his paintings evoke the shifting luminance of sunlight across marshes, the shimmer of color on drifting leaves, and the glowing symphony of city lights.

“Radiance—revealing it, reveling in it, exploring it—that is my quest,” said Dunlop. His paintings blend realism with abstraction, drawing inspiration from science,

art history, and plein air observation to convey the experience of light in motion. Depending on the time and lighting, each piece invites contemplation and may reveal something new with every viewing.

An opening reception will be held Friday, June 6 from 5 to 8 p.m., featuring hors d’oeuvres, wine, and an opportunity to meet the artist.

Susan Powell Fine Art is located at 679 Boston Post Road in Madison. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and visits are available by appointment. For more information, call 203-318-0616, email susanpowell fineart@gmail.com, or visit www.susan powellfineart.com.

David Dunlop, , Oil on brushed gold aluminum, 48 x 48 Luminous Tranquility

David Dunlop, , Oil on aluminum 24 x 36 May to September

Press Release from Susan Powell Fine Art

David Dunlop, , Oil on aluminum, 32 x 32 Lift Off

David Dunlop, , Oil aluminum, 36 x 36 Bright at Twilight on 42nd

Art Blooms at Pratt House

The Essex Historical Society invites the public to experience Pratt House and art in a fresh way with , a new outdoor gallery on the side lawn of Pratt House, Essex’s only historic house museum. The lawn will feature temporary installations by Connecticut artists, with exhibits rotating every two months throughout the summer. Visitors can enjoy picnic tables on the lawn to savor coffee or lunch while taking in the artwork. The society asks visitors to enjoy the space responsibly and leave it clean for others.

Currently on display through June are two works by Horace Miller, a professional artist and teacher. A graduate of Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts in Kingston, Jamaica, and currently studying at Central Connecticut State University, Miller’s exhibit, , highlights the shared experiences of human struggle despite cultural and ethnic differences.

The Essex Historical Society welcomes local artists to submit works for display during the season; one slot remains for 2025. Submitted pieces must be stable, able to withstand outdoor elements, appropriate for public display, and free from political affiliation. All works are subject to committee review and are temporary. The society does not purchase or retain works after their display period but will promote participating artists on its website and social media. Interested artists should contact Outreach Coordinator Kate Savage.

The Pratt House is located at 19 West Avenue, Essex.

For more information about Pratt House, featured artists, summer events, and volunteering, visit essexhistory.org.

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Stony Creek Strawberry Festival

: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stony Creek Congregational Church, 192 Thimble Islands Rd. Features strawberry shortcake, homemade biscuits, berries, and freshly whipped cream. A lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, and beverages will also be available for purchase. For info, contact 203-488-7827 or admin@stonycreekchurchct.org.

Guided Walk at Beacon Hill, Branford

: Noon. Meet at The Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River St., East Haven, for a scenic ride to the trailhead. In celebration of National Trails Day. Co-sponsored by the Shoreline Greenway Trail and The Shore Line Trolley Museum. Free admission. For info, call 203-467-6927 or visit shorelinetrolley.org.

: Noon to 9 p.m. Ethel Peters Recreational Complex, 145 Glenwood Rd., Clinton. For info, visit clintonrotaryct.com or facebook.com/Clintonrotaryct.

Chats with Local Authors: Karen Warfield

: 1 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Book:

The Emancipation of Hannah Faythe Winslow: A Woman's Journey in Colonial America

. Registration is not required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit blackstonelibrary.org.

Summer Crafts with Natalie: Wood Decoupage and Paint Summer Sign

: 2 to 3:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For adults. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.

in The Preserve State Forest

: 2 to 4:30 p.m. Meet at the parking lot across the street from #231 Ingham Hill Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a moderate to brisk pace over rolling trails. The path may be rocky and walking sticks are helpful. The hike will have a few stops to observe nature and geological features. Bring water and insect protection. Wear boots. Hosted by Old Saybrook Parks and Recreation. Heavy rain cancels. For info, call leader Kathy Connolly at 860-510-2136 or visit the natural side/outdoor programming link at oldsaybrookct.myrec.com/info/activities.

Art on the Lawn

Expressions of the Story of Us

Press Release from the Essex Historical Society

Photo courtesy of the Essex Historical Society

The Essex Historical Society invites the public to experience Pratt House and art in a fresh way with Art on the Lawn, a new outdoor gallery on the side lawn of Pratt House.

Clinton Rotary Cancer Relief Walk

Fireside

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of local teen artists. The exhibit runs Friday, June 6, through Sunday, June 22, with a special opening reception on Sunday, June 8.

GAC Presents ‘The Third Place’ Teen Exhibition

The Third Place

The Guilford Art Center proudly announces the opening of , a vibrant new gallery exhibition showcasing the talents of local teen artists. The exhibit runs Friday, June 6, through Sunday, June 22, with a special opening reception on Sunday, June 8, from 2 to 4 p.m., featuring live music from School of Rock Madison. Admission to both the exhibit and reception is free and open to the public. explores the idea that spaces beyond home and school—so-called “third places”—are vital for young people to express themselves, feel a sense of belonging, and cultivate personal growth through the arts. Reflecting this theme, the exhibit shows how creativity and artistic community serve as powerful tools for youth development and innovation.

The Third Place

The exhibition features a diverse collection of work from teen artists across the shoreline, including paintings, drawings, mixed media, and more.

“The Guilford Art Center is proud to support

The Third Place

young artists and create a space where they can be seen, heard, and celebrated,” said Maureen Belden, executive director of the Guilford Art Center. “ is a testament to the power of creativity and community in shaping confident, thoughtful, and expressive individuals.”

The gallery is open daily and free to visit. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.

The Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street (Route 77) in Guilford.

The Guilford Art Center is a nonprofit school, shop, and gallery established to nurture and support excellence in the arts. Through classes for adults and children, gallery programs, a shop of contemporary crafts, and special events, the center fulfills its mission to provide opportunities for the public to participate in the arts, experience their cultural and historical diversity, and appreciate the process and product of creative work.

For more information, visit www.guilford artcenter.org or call (203) 453-5947.

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Author Talk and Film Showing: An Evening Through Cuba

: 6:30 p.m. SWF Foundation, 348 E. Main St., Clinton. Features Cathy Weiss, author of . Co-hosted by Connecticut Book Festivals and SWF Foundation Gallery. To RSVP, email cathy_weiss@mac.com. For info, visit swffoundation.com.

Public Stargazing Night

: 7 p.m. Young’s Park, 60 Blackstone Ave., Branford. Free admission and parking. Sponsored by the Astronomical Society of New Haven. Open to all. For info, directions, or cancellation notices due to clouds or weather, call 866-808-ASNH or visit asnh.org.

Concert by Nefresh Mountain

: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-5100453 or visit thekate.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 7 AND SUNDAY JUNE 8

Finding Neverland

: Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. The Morgan School Auditorium, 71 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Presented by Shoreline Ballet. Tickets: $30 general admission, $20 children. For info or tickets, call 203-533-5622 or visit shorelineballet.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 8

Trails Day Weekend 2025: Killingworth Reservoir Trail Hike

: 10 a.m.

Meet at the Platt Nature Center, 44 Roast Meat Hill Rd., Killingworth. Features a 1.5 mile loop in the Killingworth and Kelseytown Reservoir watershed area, which includes some minor hills and will cross the Menunketesuck River footbridge. The loop trail takes hikers past Pete’s Pond and borders the Cockaponset state forest. Hosted by Connecticut Water. For info, call Jessica Baldwin at 203- 623-8657.

The Women of '76

: 2 p.m. Pardee-Morris House, 325 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven. Features a portrayal of five women who witnessed the American Revolution and changed the course of history. Presented by actor Rita Parisi. Free admission. Rain date: Sunday, Aug. 24. For info or to register (required), visit newhavenmuseum.org.

Opening Reception for Opening Reception for

Solstice The Third Place

: 2 to 4 p.m. City Gallery, 994 State St., New Haven. The exhibit runs through Sunday, June 29. For info, contact Kathy Kane at 203-988-6221 or kathykanered@gmail.com, or Karen Wheeler at 203-415-7553 or klw825@gmail.com.

: 2 to 4 p.m. Guilford Art Center (GAC), 411 Church St. Features the works of teen artists and live music by peers from School of Rock Madison. The exhibit runs through Sunday, June 22. For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

Concert by the Shoreline Soul Community Choral

: 3 p.m. First Congregational Church, 122 Broad St., Guilford. Doors open 2:30 p.m. Led by professional singer Angela Clemmons. Presented by Music at the Meetinghouse. Admission is free but a freewill offering is appreciated. Proceeds benefit Raise the Roof, the shoreline’s connection to Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven. For info, contact 203-619-1415 or shorelinesoul@gmail.com.

Community Concert by the Stony Creek Singers

Metal and Cloth: My Time in Cuba In Some Chosen Place

: 4 p.m. Stony Creek Congregational Church, 192 Thimble Islands Rd. Features , a 7-movement work that recounts the history of Stony Creek, and other works. For info, visit stonycreeksingers.org.

Photo courtesy of the Guilford Art Center

The Guilford Art Center proudly announces the opening of The Third Place, a vibrant new gallery exhibition showcasing the talents

Press Release from the Guilford Art Center

CAS to Open Summer Juried Exhibition

The Clinton Art Society will present its annual Summer Juried Exhibition from Thursday, June 26 through July 30 at Andrews Memorial Town Hall in Clinton.

“This event will be the highlight of our exhibition season as we celebrate visual arts and the vast talents of our member artists,” said Robin Hammeal-Urban, president of the Clinton Art Society. “We are honored to have renowned artist Anda Styler serve as our juror to select works and choose award recipients.”

An opening reception will be held Sunday, June 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. The public is invited to attend the free event, which will include live music, refreshments, and a wide variety of artwork.

The juried exhibition features works in an array of styles and mediums, highlighting the diversity and talent of artists from across Connecticut and beyond. Art lovers are encouraged to stop by and enjoy the show during regular Town Hall hours, Monday through Friday.

Founded in 1949 by a small group of professional artists, the Clinton Art Society has grown into a regional

hub for the visual arts. Today, it includes members from across New England and offers exhibitions, critique sessions, and educational programming throughout the year. Artists working in all fine-art media, including painting and sculpture, are welcome to join.

Andrews Memorial Town Hall is located at 54 East Main Street in Clinton. For more information, contact casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.

Jeannette Delmore, , watercolor Mornings Gift

JoAnna Chapin, , watercolor The Fledglings

Press Release from the Clinton Art Society

Victoria Williams, , oil Sunday in the Park with Smartphone

Ceal Swift, , acrylic Lobster Boats

Christine Drago, , watercolor Last Day of Summer

Event to Combat Light Pollution, Protect Migrating Birds

Press Release from Lights Out Connecticut

The greatest spring show in the skies recently concluded over Guilford, yet very few people glimpsed it. The spectacle is the mass migration of millions of birds traveling north to their summer nesting grounds, with the shoreline directly beneath their path.

From early April through the end of May, the night skies over coastal towns served as a superhighway for these hardy travelers, who cover thousands of miles during their annual migration. Connecticut sits under the Atlantic Flyway, where hundreds of migrating bird species use the coastline and green spaces to rest, refuel, and forage at daybreak, when insects become active.

These long-distance travelers have evolved to journey at night when temperatures are cooler, winds are lighter, and predators are less active. Their navigation depends on dark skies so they can orient themselves using illumination from the moon and stars. However, artificial lighting and its increasing intensity pose a lethal new threat to these feathered travelers.

Most migrating birds pass through Connecticut at

Though we may not see the migratory show in the night sky, the birds see us. Our presence on the ground, with ever brighter and more intense artificial lighting, contributes to the catastrophic deaths of up to 2 billion birds each year. Known as light pollution, excessive lighting from buildings, streetlights, bridges, residential, and outdoor sources disorients migrating birds, causing them to lose their naviga-

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: 4 p.m. Madison Surf Club, 13 Surf Club Rd. The event honors the Daniel Hand High School class of 2025 and gives tribute to Kenny Carter, who will be attending Union College in the fall. Keynote speaker: Marvin Walker, a 2005 Madison ABC alumnus and current regional director for math at KIPP NYC. Open to the public. For info, email madisonabcevents@gmail.com or visit madisonabc.org/events.

Third Annual ChoralFest

: 4 p.m. First Congregational Church, 26 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison. Features 100 voices from area church choirs accompanied by piano, organ, and a 20-piece orchestra. Participants will include choirs from Madison, North Madison, Guilford, North Guilford, Clinton, Westbrook, North Haven, and East Haven. Free but donations are welcome. For info, contact Nathan Bayreuther at 203-245-2739, ext. 14, or nbayreuther@fccmadison.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 10

Vision to Reality: Creating Memorable Buildings and Spaces

: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Presented by Mitchell Hirsch, architect and partner at Pelli Clarke & Partners. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL

tion cues in the night sky. Confused birds become exhausted, forced to land in unsafe areas where they collide with windows or lit structures, or simply drop from exhaustion and die.

Light pollution is as deadly as chemical

members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell

: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: . Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.

pollution and even more insidious, affecting not only birds but also the reproductive cycles of insects, animals, aquatic life, and aspects of human health.

This sad story, however, offers hope for a happier ending in our community. On Friday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in front of Page Hardware across from the Guilford Green, Lights Out Connecticut and Dark Sky—two leading nonprofits combating light pollution—are partnering with Page Hardware to offer outdoor demonstrations about easy and affordable ways to reduce energy bills, save money, and lower carbon footprints by converting outdoor lighting to bird-safe lighting.

Whether you’re a bird enthusiast, a conservation advocate, or simply curious about how to be a better neighbor to nature, this event is for you. Together, let’s make our skies safer for birds—one light at a time.

The event will be held Friday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Page Hardware & Appliance Co., 9 Boston Street, Guilford. For more information about the event, contact Janice Ross at jross3340@ gmail.com. For more information about light pollution and bird migration, contact Lights Out Connecticut founder Craig Repasz at contact@lightsoutct.org or visit www.lightsoutct.org.

Make Your Own Fused Glass Art: Pick Your Project Class

Kate Classic Film: Cookbook Club

Suddenly, Last Summer

: 2 and 7 p.m.

The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

: 6 to 8:30 p.m. RiverFire Glass Studio at SoMA, 500 Main St., Deep River. Features a beginner to advancedbeginner class depending on what a participant prefers. Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and safety glasses are required. Bring an N95 facemask in case glass powder is involved in the class. Cost: $64. Additional fee may be required depending on selected project. Service fees apply. Materials and firing included. Items will be fired in the kiln and can be picked up in seven to 10 days. For info or to register, call 860-864-5004 or visit riverfireglass.com.

Author Event: Betsy Golden Kellem in Conversation with Debby Applegate

Jumping Through Hoops

Healthy in a Hurry: Real Life. Real Food. Real Fast.

: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Book: by Danielle Walker. Attendees make a dish of their choosing from a recipe in the cookbook and bring it to the meeting. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org.

Mandala Tote Bags Workshop Don’t Let Him In

: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library Auditorium, 758 Main St., Branford. Led by nature artist Denise Smith. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-2453959 or visit rjjulia.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11

Breastfeeding Support Meeting

: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Grace and St. John’s Episcopal Church, 2927 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. Sponsored by the La Leche League of Hamden/North Haven. For info or to RSVP, email Anne.M@LLLCT.org or visit lllct.org/hamdennorthhaven.

Photo courtesy of Lights Out Connecticut

nighttime.

Madison ABC Annual Meeting

Summer Arts Festival Comes to the Essex Green

Enjoy a weekend of art, artist meet-and-greets, and the outdoors at the Summer Arts Festival on the Essex Town Green Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, June 15, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Presented by Arts Center Killingworth and Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, the festival is located at 12 Main Street, Essex.

Visitors will find original artwork by painters working in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, photography, mixed media, and collage. Fine crafts will include pottery, ceramics, woodwork, and unique jewelry creations. Enjoy the many attractions Essex offers, including fine restaurants, classic New England architecture, and scenic vistas.

The 2025 Essex Festival is partially sponsored by Renewal by Andersen. Arts Center Killingworth, the nonprofit festival sponsor, presents several annual festivals and offers workshops and classes for artists of all ages and skill levels.

Spectrum Gallery and Store, an extension of the Arts Center, is located nearby at 61 Main Street, Centerbrook. It is currently exhibiting Nature Up Close through July 6. Spectrum showcases emerging and established artists and offers fine crafts in fabric, glass, ceramics, paper, pottery, jewelry, wood, and more. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 6 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit spectrumartgallery.org or call 860-767-0742.

Photo courtesy of the Art Center Killingworth

Sue Braden-Hull, Swarovski Crystal Starfish Pendant, beaded double strand with handmade beads & Czech glass and crystals, 22in long.

Jean Maki, A Place to Rest, oil on wood, 11in h x 14in.

Press Release from the Arts Center Killingworth

Lisa Conti. , mixed media, photograph on linen w, ink enhancements mounted on wood panel, 8x10.

The Cape

Photo courtesy of the Art Center Killingworth

Legacy Offers Free Mainstage Performance for CT Open House Day

Press Release from Legacy Theatre

The Legacy Theatre, celebrating its fifth anniversary season, will join the State of Connecticut for CT Open House Day on Saturday, June 14, by offering free admission to the 2 p.m. performance of its mainstage production of Keely Baisden Knudsen, executive artistic director of The Legacy Theatre, said, “CT Open House Day 2025 provides The Legacy Theatre with a unique opportunity to give back to the community and expand accessibility to our theatre for some who may not typically be able to attend. After this special performance, there will be a talk-back with Eugene O’Neill scholar Robert Dowling.”

Long Days

According to CT.gov, Connecticut’s official state website, “The purpose of this event is to inspire Connecticut residents to learn about all the experiences in their own backyard, anticipating that this will convert them into ambassadors who will recommend these experiences to other visitors.”

Long Day’s Journey into Night Long Days

is a world premiere comedy. Playwright Gabe McKinley said, “I started this play by simply wondering if one could write a comedy that takes place during the greatest American drama, Eugene O’Neill’s Perhaps foolishly, I gave it a shot. What began as a thought experiment grew into a love letter to

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actors, the theater in all its forms and, of course, the eternally complicated Mr. O’Neill. I hope everyone enjoys the show as much as I enjoyed writing it.”

Complimentary tickets for the Saturday, June 14, 2 p.m. performance are available while supplies last at www.LegacyTheatreCT.org, with a limit of two tickets per person. Tickets for all other performances are available for purchase at the website or by calling the box office at 203-315-1901. Long Days runs from June 12 through June 29.

The Legacy Theatre is located at 128 Thimble Islands Road in the Stony Creek Village of Branford.

A fully accessible professional theatre company and training center, The Legacy Theatre serves as a cultural hub along the Connecticut shoreline, uniting audiences through timeless classical works and fresh contemporary theater. The theatre is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of visionary theatre-makers, incubating emerging new works, and inspiring a lifelong love of the arts in audiences of all ages. The theatre, fully renovated prior to its 2021 opening, occupies the former Stony Creek Puppet Theatre, a building with a century of rich history that includes performances by Orson Welles and, in 2024, a musical directed by Julie Andrews.

Meet at St. George Church parking lot, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Features a docent-led tour of the Jeremy Frey basketry exhibit. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $64, includes a catered lunch at the museum. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

: 9:45 a.m. 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Greene Art Gallery garden, 29 Whitfield St., Guilford. Led by yoga instructor and practitioner Erin Schuster. Cost: freewill donation upon arrival by cash or check. Proceeds benefit Women & Family Life Center. For info or to register (required), email to shorelinectyoga@gmail.com.

: 12:30 p.m.

New Haven Museum (NHM), Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave. Presented by Daphne Stratton Gignac, a graduating history major student from Yale University. For info or to register (required), call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library Auditorium, 758 Main St., Branford. Presented by Amy J. Barry and Haley Grunloh, author and illustrator of the children’s book, . For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 12

Third Thursday Movie Matinee

: 10 a.m. to noon. James Blackstone Memorial Library Auditorium, 758 Main St., Branford. For info, including the movie title, or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Leverage the Media Tools You Own

: Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Online event. Presented by Melissa Tarlton of Miranda Creative. Hosted by SCORE Southeastern Connecticut Chapter. Supported by M&T Bank. For info or to register, visit score.org/easternct/local-workshops.

Mary’s Culinary Class: Lemon Fettuccine Alfredo and S’mores Cookie Bars

: 5 to 7 p.m. Meet in the kitchen at the East Haven Recreation Department, 1 Maple St. For children ages 5 to 12. Open to East Haven residents and nonresidents. Hosted by the East Haven Parks and Recreation. Cost: $40. Bring a drink to class. For info or to register (required), visit the class schedule link at marysculinaryclassesllc.com.

Opening Night for Long Days

: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, June 29. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 13

Concert by the U.S. Coast Guard

: 10 a.m. Evergreen Woods, 88 Notch Hill Rd., North Branford. Features a performance by the brass quintet of the U.S. Coast Guard Band, with two trumpets, horn, trombone, and tuba. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Free and open to the public. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 14

Annual Tag, Plant, and Bake Sale

: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Thomas Griswold House, 171 Boston St., Guilford. For info, visit guilfordkeepingsociety.org/events.

Lacemaking at Dudley Farm

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

Neurodiverse Exceptional Youth Society Parents Coffee Chat

: 10 a.m. to noon. Guilford Town Green, 33 Whitfield St. For parents and caregivers to share experiences and learn more about the nonprofit NXYS: Neurodiverse Exceptional Youth Society. For info, email nxysociety@gmail.com.

Photo courtesy of the Legacy Theatre

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Outdoor Yoga for a Cause

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Real estate

A Newly Constructed Home

Discover the perfect blend of elegance and comfort in this newly constructed home on scenic Tanner Marsh Road. This property boasts four luxurious bedrooms and 4.1 bathrooms, including a primary bedroom on both the first and second floors, ensuring ample privacy and convenience for all residents.

Quality craftsmanship is evident in every corner, from the high-end finishes to the thoughtful layout. The sun-drenched sunroom with vaulted ceiling, shiplap trim, and limestone gas fireplace is a true highlight, offering a seamless transition to one of the two expansive outdoor decks/patios—ideal spots for soaking in the picturesque early evening sunsets and contemplating adding a pool to the beautiful lot.

412TannerMarshRoad, Guilford

4,000 3.14 Colonial, Cottage 4 4 full, 1 half $2,150,000

The home’s gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, designed with stunning finishes and state-of-the-art commercial appliances.

The lower-level surprises with 9-foot ceilings and large windows that invite natural light and possibilities for future expansion, adding value and versatility to the home.

Located minutes to I-95 and the Guilford train station with easy access to Yale, hospitals, and the Guilford historic district, convenience is an integral part of the lifestyle. Promising a balanced blend of upscale living and practical accessibility, this home is more than a place to live, it’s the cornerstone for your next chapter.

This home is being offered for sale by William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty for $2,150,000. For more information or a showing, contact Diane Dupont at 203-506-4218. An open house will be held on June 8 from noon to 2 p.m.

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Discover the perfect blend of elegance and comfort in this newly constructed home on scenic Tanner Marsh Road.

Real Estate Transactions

GUILFORD

: Peter J. and Jeanne Stein to Tucker Randle and Marnie Merrill, $980,000 on May 14

: Kenneth G. Kohary to Phillip Ross, $450,000 on May 16

: Estate of Betty B. Frink and Bobette F. Schmid to Carter T. and Elise Orce, $387,500 on May 12

: Kevin F. Duggan to Kurt and Linda Woodhouse, $515,000 on May 14

: Brian G. Rich to 247 Wilderwood LLC, $455,000 on May 14

BRANFORD

MADISON

3 5th Street

: Elizabeth Billik to Mark and Nancy Daley, $65,000 on May 12

71 Bradley Road Unit 6

: Jay &

Reinhard Recovery to Core Group Realty LLC, $625,000 on May 14

18 Centre Village Drive Unit 18

Estate of Anne G. Thompson and Scott Grey to Helen C. and Peter S. Knudsen, $505,000 on May 12

1928 Durham Road

: Premier Prop Soln Prtnr to Paula M. Eldridge, $512,000 on May 16

31 Governors Way

: Judith Velenchik to Jodi and Elliot Westwater, $1,600,000 on May 13

16 Harkness Drive

: John K. and Margaret M. Sprague to Margaret O. Maruzo, $546,000 on May 13

48 Stonewall Lane

and Sergio Pavlov to Earlvin Young, $12,000 on May 12

125 West Main Street

: Renee South

Lee Lt and Renee Lee to Belens Garden LLC, $415,000 on May 12

EAST HAVEN

8 Clancy Street

: Estate of Nicholas J. Pizzorusso and Lorraine Pizzorusso to Teresa M. Kraszewski and Justin F. Vanderharten, $332,000 on May 15 : Andrew and Abigail Stein to David D. Beatty, $270,000 on May 16

375 Coe Avenue Unit 23

111 Cosey Beach Avenue Unit 7

James Narduzzo to Hope Looney, $560,000 on May 16

7 Deerfield Street

: Edward M.

Sabatino and Anna Elise to Melissa Santamaria, $250,000 on May 12 : Estate of V.J. Castellon III and Vincent Castellon to Jeffrey Wimbush, $330,000 on May 12 : Mark

7 Gordon Street

270 Hemingway Avenue

Batchelder to Angel Family Landscaping, $479,900 on May 12 : Estate of Pasquale Garguilo to Mortgage Assets Mgmt LLC, $240,600 on May 12

611 Main Street

27 Renshaw Drive

: Barbara F Suraci Ft and Brian A. Suraci to Nitz Ft and Jennifer L. Suraci, $375,000 on May 9

: Nick

Sergey Mehmet LLC to Hamdiya M. Ibrahim and Ismaila Musah, $450,000 on May 8

: Sargis Ohanyan to Hesui Li, $485,000 on May 7

: Myung S. Park to Augustin K. and Elisabeth N. Yao, $530,300 on May 5

: 301 303 State St Re LLC to 301 State Ip Assoc LLC, $1,900,000 on May 8

: Estate of Richard Donabedian and Paul E. Whitaker to Sarah Lipsker, $385,000 on May 9

: Matthew W. and Brittney R. Schloemann to Tony Ni, $460,000 on April 8

: George Marvin to Maynard C. and Jessica C. Wheeler, $620,000 on May 16

7 Wildcat Road

: Sunil Dcunha Lt and Sunil Dcunha to Courtney Fraser and Brian P. Williams, $870,000 on May 13

CLINTON

: Giovanny F. Sanchez to Hermia Bertrand, $505,000 on May 15

173 Russo Avenue Unit 412

Ridgewood Properties LLC to Michael J. Celentano, $260,000 on May 16

140 Thompson Street Unit 8A

128 Vista Drive

: Kevin R. and Mary A. Spedding to Daniel Pumerantz, $725,000 on May 14

: Penelope South Hein Irt and Lauren E. Ohara to Gregory and Lisa Ghezzi, $805,000 on May 13

: Thomas F Shelto RET and Thomas F. Shelto to David Sullivan, $699,000 on May 12

: Estate of Joseph Szaszfai and Julie Edwards to Robert Westrin, $600,000 on May 16

: James G. Camuti to James T. and Jay M. Brennan, $525,000 on May 14 :

101 Limewood Avenue Unit 1

Donald P Calcagnini Ft and Elise C. Palumbo to Bryan P. Adinolfi, $1,050,000 on May 15

509 Plymouth Colony Unit 509

Quarry

: Laurie I. Brennan and Michael F. Zendan to Siobhan Devlin, $240,000 on May 13 17

20 Beach Park Road

: Michael Lanouette to Bianca Allen, $490,000 on May 13

31 Chittenden Hill Road

: R C.

Damon and Mary J. Welch to Nicole L. Stella and Kristopher Struzinski, $675,000 on May 15

Robert L. Monack to Lulaj LLC, $160,000 on May 16 : Christopher Pizzorusso to Raymond Adkins and Elvia E. Martin, $320,000 on May 12

2 Tower Hill Road

: Thomas J. and Michelle M. Murphy to Penelope South Hein Irt and Lauren Chara, $895,000 on May 14

: Theresa J. and Ellen B. Sikel to Pink Granite Partners LLC, $650,000 on May 14 : Yizzel Abreau to Kenneth Pesce and Harrison Obbins, $319,998 on May 15 : Warren Cruver to Lawrence J. and Donna R. Mercugliano, $28,500 on May 16

96 Ironworks Road 1 Liberty Ridge

: Henry H.

Hylen to Marcos J. Coins and Margaret B. Gustavsen, $530,000 on May 16

: David V. Flyntz and Patricia Zingarella to Stephen W. and Patricia P. Yario, $537,500 on May 12

32 Old Nod Road

: Robert and Laurie Mcgrath to Robert Godsey and Brianna Muscio, $425,000 on May 12

59 Old Post Road Unit CR2

: Tyler P. Bradley to Anne Mulholland, $270,000 on May 16

15 River Road

: Luigi Angellilo to Peter and Constance Gallagher, $360,000 on May 15

Riverside Drive Unit A11

: Mary

: Allan M. and Catherine M. Stebinger to Aaron J. Tonks, $450,000 on May 15

KILLINGWORTH NORTH BRANFORD

1069 Foxon Road

: William J. and Janet M. Wolfe to Justin and Kathryn Mccabe, $380,000 on May 14 : William and Kenneth Neubig to Michael P. and Louise S. Bogert, $139,900 on May 15 : Peter Nelson to Antonietta Izzo, $150,000 on May 14

1452 Middletown Avenue

2088 Middletown Avenue

19 Montgomery Road Unit 19

Sandra Grebinar T and Lisa Antonecchia to George Mattie, $550,000 on May 16

: Donna C. Hilliard to Alfredo D. and Sandra P. Botet, $650,000 on May 16

: Kristin F. Bartunek and Leah E. Sousa to Luanne Murphy and Richard Bueno, $610,000 on May 12

: Nicholas J. and Andrea L. Rago to Gold M & Davidson Susan T and Susan Davidson, $840,000 on May 15

: Ross E. Parker and Sandra Hirth to Nicholas Foster and Bret Siniscalco, $118,000 on May 14

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Family Day

: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read to Grow, 53 School Ground Rd., Branford, Features read-aloud time with authors Lizzy Rockwell and Gaia Cornwall, snacks, drinks, games, live entertainment, and more. Free and open to the public. For info, call 203-488-6800 or visit facebook.com/ReadtoGrowCT.

2025 Worth Tasting Tour

: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Departs from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple St. Features a culinary walking tour to six to eight restaurants in downtown New Haven. Hosted by Stephen Fries, food columnist and professor of hospitality management. Remaining dates: Saturdays, Sept. 13, Oct. 25, and Dec. 13 (holiday tour). Parking available at the Crown Street or Temple Street Garage. Tickets: $80 each, except for the December tour, which is $85. Service fees apply. For info or to make a reservation (required), call 203-415-3519 or visit worthtasting.co/newhaven.

Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. James Blackstone Memorial Library Auditorium, 758 Main St., Branford. Registration is not required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit blackstonelibrary.org.

Plant Sale

: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hyland House Museum, 84 Boston St., Guilford. In celebration of Connecticut Open House Day and National Garden Week. Hosted by the Leete’s Island Garden Club. Features member-grown perennials, annuals, vegetables, and more. Proceeds support town beautification and other projects. For info, call 203-453-0780.

Summer Market and Open House

: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society, in conjunction with Connecticut Open House Day. Features the new exhibit, "For Medicinal Purposes Only," showcasing medical devices, advice, and medication containers of the past. Guests may also proceed to the back lawn for the summer market with vendors selling photographs, prints, and jewelry. Refreshments will be offered. Free admission but donations are welcome. For info, visit madisonhistory.org.

Free Mainstage Performance:

ONGOING EVENTS

Art Exhibits

Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) Gallery

: 1004

Yale University Art Gallery

: 1111 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, call 203-432-0600 or visit artgallery.yale.edu/visit/exhibitions.

David Goldblatt: No Ulterior Motive:

Runs through June 22.

Welcome Summer BBQ: A Church Dinner Long Days

: 2 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. In conjunction with Connecticut Open House Day. The performance will be followed by a talk-back with Robert Dowling, a Eugene O'Neill scholar. For info, visit legacytheatrect.org.

: 6 p.m. North Guilford Congregational Church (NGCC), 159 Ledge Hill Rd. Features BBQ chicken, salads and slaws, fresh watermelon, and strawberry shortcake. Tickets: $25 for adults, $10 for children ages 10 and under. Tickets are limited. For info, call Debbie Ripley at 203-605-0429 or visit facebook.com/NGCCUCC.

Main St.: For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org. : Runs through June 30.

Spring 2025 Art Show

Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) West Gallery

: 360 State St., New Haven: For info, contact 203433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org/events.

Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner

: Runs through Aug. 31.

City Gallery

: 994 State St., New Haven: For info, email info@city-gallery.org or visit city-gallery.org.

Solstice

: Runs June 6 through June 29.

Guilford Art Center (GAC)

: 411 Church St.: For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

The Third Place

: Runs June 6 through June 22.

James Blackstone Memorial Library Upper Rotunda Gallery

: 758 Main St., Branford: For info, call 203-4881441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.

Rod Serling: Submitted for Your Approval

: Runs through June 30.

Kehler Liddell Gallery

: 873 Whalley Ave., New Haven: For info, visit shorelinearts.org.

IMAGES 2025 Photography Competition

: Runs Aug. 2 through Aug. 24.

Madison Cinema Art Gallery

Music

Edward A. Norton VFW Post 7666:

104 Mill Rd., Guilford. No cover. For info, call 203-214-5874. Mondays: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Big Swing Band with Tuxedo Junction.

The Shore Line Trolley Museum:

17 River St., East Haven. Cost: $5 suggested donation. For info, call 203467-6927 or visit shorelinetrolley.org.

First Tuesday: 6 to 9 p.m. Bluegrass acoustic and traditional music.

The Wharf:

Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. For info, call 203-350-0014 or visit thewharfmadison.com. Fridays: 8 to 10 p.m. Acoustic Fridays. Various performers.

Groups and Activities Banned Book Club: Bingo

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. First Tuesday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. For info, call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.

: 7 p.m. Mondays. East Creek Landing, 390 S. Union St., Guilford. Doors open 5 p.m. Light refreshments. Cost: $15. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 3928. For info, call 203-453-2801.

Blackstone Fiber Art Community:

Solo Show by Linda McCarthy

: 761 Boston Post Rd.: For info, email linda@lindamccarthyart.com. : Runs through June 24.

Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center

: 167 Neck Rd., Madison: For info, visit mercybythesea.org.

Into the Light

: Runs through June 28.

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center

Guilford Art League 2025 Spring Show

: 32 Church St., Guilford: For info, visit guilfordartleague.org. : Runs through July 15.

New Haven Museum

: 114 Whitney Ave. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.

Enduring Creativity: Celebrating 125 Years of the New Haven Paint & Clay Club

: Runs through June 28.

Invitation to Engage: 60 Years of Long Wharf Theatre & Beyond

: Runs through February 2026.

Susan Powell Fine Art

: 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, call 203-318-0616 or visit susanpowellfineart.com.

David Dunlop: Quest for Radiance

: Runs June 6 through July 6.

Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library Keyes Gallery

146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek: For info, call 203488-8702 or visit wwml.org/gallery.

Ink Slingers Unite: Works by the Printmaking Faculty of the Creative Arts Workshop

: Runs through June 23.

6 to 8.m. Wednesdays. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. All experience levels in fiber art forms are welcome. Registration is not required, drop-ins welcome. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Blackstone Library Tour:

10 a.m. Second Saturday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Registration encouraged, but drop-ins welcome. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Book Club:

Noon to 2 p.m. Third Thursday. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For info, including book titles, or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Chair Yoga with Martha:

6:30 p.m. Fourth Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Christ Episcopal Church Choir Rehearsal:

7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays. Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 11 Park St., Guilford. For info, email admin@christchurchguilford.org.

All Ages Invited to TradesUp Woodworking Event

All ages are invited to immerse themselves in a free program exploring the trade of woodworking with hand tools. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 22, at the Henry Whitfield State Museum.

TradesUp will offer a STEAM-based learning experience with hands-on activities for participants to gain skills such as basic math, measuring, and hand-eye coordination while developing confidence and self-sufficiency. TradesUp is a nonprofit organization providing opportunities to try the trades and experience the joy of hands-on creating, making, and problemsolving.

Andrew Rowand, museum curator at the Eric Sloane Museum in Kent, Connecticut, will give participants the chance to work with antique woodworking hand tools. Eric Sloane, a renowned Connecticut artist and author, amassed a large collection of early American hand tools now on display at the Eric Sloane Museum as a tribute to American artisanship.

Rick Liegl and Lara Miller will demonstrate decorative woodcarving unique to 1600s and 1700s New England, using traditional patterns like those found on period furniture exhibited in the Whitfield House. Rick, a woodworker for many years, has spent the last year teaching Lara this historical woodcarving and joinery in an apprenticeship funded by the National

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Endowment for the Arts, the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, the Connecticut Cultural Fund, and the Connecticut Office of the Arts.

Sweeney Todd:

Christian Science Church Service and Sunday School:

10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sundays. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 49 Park St., Guilford. Open to all. For info, call 203453-1975 or visit christianscienceCT.org/Guilford.

Christian Science Testimony Meeting:

7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 49 Park St., Guilford. Open to all. For info, call 203-453-1975 or visit christianscienceCT.org/Guilford.

Theater Long Days:

The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Runs June 12 through June 29. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

We've Got Magic to Do!

: Madison Lyric Stage, Deacon John Grave House grounds, 581 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Runs June 20 through June 22. For info, call 203-2156329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.

Trades Day will take place rain or shine. Admission to the Whitfield House and visitor center exhibit galleries is free. For more information, call 203-453-2457,

: The

Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Runs Aug. 7 through Aug. 24. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

Farmers Market

City Seed Edgewood Park Farmers Market

: 10 a.m. to

1 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 23. Edgewood Park, Corner of West Rock and Whalley Avenue. For info, visit cityseed.org/cityseed-markets.

City Seed Wooster Square Farmers Market

: 9 a.m. to

1 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 22. Conte West Hills Magnet School, 511 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, visit cityseed.org/cityseed-markets.

Durham Farmers Market

: 9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays, June 7 through Oct. 4. Durham Community Center grounds, 144 Picket Ln., or on the Town Green. For info, email farmersmarket@townofdurhamct.org or visit townofdurhamct.org/articles/summer-farmers-marketupdate.

email whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit https://portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum.

: 4 to

7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 30 (later, if weather permits). Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org or visit guilfordyouthandfamilyservices.org.

: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Green. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com.

Dudley Farm Farmers Market

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, June 7 through October. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/farmers-market.

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Press Release from the Henry Whitfield State Museum

Photo courtesy of the Henry Whitfield State Museum

The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds

Madison Farmers Market

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Shoreline Soul to Perform Free Gospel Concert

The Shoreline Soul community gospel choir will present its annual spring concert on Sunday, June 8, at 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 122 Broad Street on the Guilford Green. Doors open at 2:30 p.m., and admission is free.

Presented by the Music at the Meetinghouse concert series, the performance promises an afternoon of joy, inspiration, and powerful music that celebrates the spirit of community. The 90-voice choir, under the direction of professional singer and choir director Angela Clemmons, features singers from across the shoreline and beyond who participated in Shoreline Soul’s five-session gospel workshop.

The concert will also feature a special appearance by guest soloist Erica Wilkins, whose dynamic vocals and emotional delivery have captivated past audiences.

“This is more than a concert—it’s a moment of grace where music, community, and spirit come together in perfect harmony,” Clemmons said.

A free-will offering will be collected to support Raise the Roof, the shoreline’s connection to Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven. Proceeds will help fund the organization’s 24th sponsored home, currently under construction at 24 Old Schoolhouse Road in Madison.

For more information, contact Angela Clemmons at 203-619-1415 or shorelinesoul@gmail.com.