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Town Sends Charter Revision to Ballot By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

Guilford residents will vote this November on several proposed amendments to the Town Charter following the Board of Selectmen’s Aug. 24 approval of a final report from the Charter Revision Commission. On the ballot, residents will be faced with

the question, “Shall the Guilford Town Charter be revised as proposed by the Guilford Charter Revision Commission and as approved by the Board of Selectmen at its special meeting of August 24, 2026?” The question reflects proposed amendments to the Town Charter included in the commission’s final report. The report is the culmination of several months of discussions

and public hearings by the Charter Revision Commission and includes proposed changes involving the town’s Annual Budget Meeting and electoral practices. For the Annual Budget Meeting, the commission is asking that it be “reconstituted as a meeting of the Town Meeting where See Town Sends page 10

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Ready to Make Their Mark Returning All-SCC standouts lead Guilford into the fall season..........11

From left, James Mancini, Frank D’Andrea and Guilford First Selectman Matt Hoey share a laugh while judging the meatball competition at the 12th annual St. George Italian Festival on Aug. 29. Pam Mongillo won the homemade category, while Grand Apizza of Guilford took top honors among restaurant entries. Festival proceeds support the parish food pantry.

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Nick Regan: Drawing on Local History

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uments connected to the homes and buildings that still remained. WELCOME When driving through Guilford or After returning home, Nick says he Madison, most people see buildings as began driving around and looking at little more than shelter. Nick Regan, NHU-Y DAO, MD WELCOME buildings with what he describes as however, sees pieces of art and hismore of an architect’s mind. He could tory that work together to tell a story look at a house and tell when it had Expanding Expert about the people who built them and been built through small details. NHU-Y DAO, MD how they were built. For him, history His experience there, combined with With extra time during school, he Eye Care in Guilford & isn’t just found in museums, archives an internship at the Madison Histori- began drawing local buildings. Expanding Expert and books. It’s also found in the build- cal Society, led to an opportunity in “I feel like it’s, even though it’s hisMiddletown ings people pass every day. Nantucket. Eye Care in Guilford tory, it’s still & present wherever you His interest in art began at home. Nick spent a summer in Nantucket are,” he says. His father was a talented artist who through a University of Florida proHis completed works have mainly Middletown owned a scrapyard in New Haven but gram. There, he served as an focused on homes and historic buildmaintained a strong creative side. archivist, working alongside architec- ings in Guilford. Although he is espeNick and his sister grew up sur- ture and historic preservation stu- cially interested in New England rounded by art and music, including dents on a larger project to preserve architecture, Nick says he is drawn to his father’s artwork and the work of historic homes. Many of the homes a range of architectural styles. One local artists such as George Love, dated to the 1700s, and the group Guilford building he is particularly whose pencil sketches depicted Madi- researched handwritten deeds and fond of is an unusual modernist son buildings. other historical documents to learn structure he describes as the His path toward local history more about them. Through the expe- “spaceship building.” developed through his work in rience, he gained a particular appreThe buildings that eventually libraries and archives. While earning ciation for New England architecture. become his subjects often first capture his master’s degree in library and Through old deeds, Nick helped his attention because of their archiinformation science, he worked at build stories about those who once tectural style and appearance. For Scranton Library, cataloging and lived on the island. He could then see See Nick Regan page 7 organizing pieces of Madison history. howNow the history found in archival docBook (203) 453-3100

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Booked for the Weekend Thousands of titles await browsers at a beloved annual book sale..........................27 On the Aisle A season of theater brings familiar favorites, fresh productions, and plenty to anticipate....................................................................................................................................23 When Whaling Ruled A look back at the people and industry that shaped the shoreline in the whaling era......................................................................................................................................29

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This is in reference to the June 25 Courier article “Charter Review Examines Budget, Election Rules.” Among several relevant issues regarding election rules and the budget approval process, I noted the Guilford Charter Commission’s attempt to be gender neutral by changing the name of the Board of Selectmen to Selectboard. I would like to offer one woman’s, or person’s if you will, viewpoint. I feel no slight from the traditional nomenclature or term selectmen. The term Board of Selectmen includes all genders. The Webster and Oxford dictionaries I consulted defined the word man as “a human being, person, male or female” as their first definition in the broadest sense. Of course, common

sense dictates when it is necessary, appropriate, or polite to distinguish between someone’s identification as man, woman, or person depending on the circumstances and their personal preferences. I do recognize the need for inclusive language in governance, and changes in language reflect changes in culture, but do we need to revise every traditional term to make a point which is already universally understood? Should we change mankind to personkind? Well, I suppose the term humankind would be inspiring if all humans were truly kind. But I digress. “… a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Julie Carthy Guilford

Shoreline Soul Gospel Workshop Seeks Singers Professional singer and choir director Angela Clemmons will lead another season of Shoreline Soul, a five-session gospel music workshop open to singers of all experience levels. No audition or previous gospel experience is required, and songs are taught by ear rather than from sheet music. Sessions will be held Mondays, Sept. 28, Oct. 5 and 19, and Nov. 9 and 23, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 122 Broad St., Guilford, culminating in a free public concert Sunday, Dec. 6, at 3 p.m. Early registration is $85 through Sept. 14 and $95 beginning Sept. 15. Some scholarships are available. For more information or to request a registration form, call Angela Clemmons at 203-619-1415 or email shorelinesoul@gmail.com.

NAMI Shoreline Support Groups The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Shoreline hosts two family support groups for the caregivers of individuals 18 and older who struggle with mental health challenges. One group meets on the second Tuesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. The other group meets on the last Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church Street, Guilford. NAMI-trained facilitators offer these monthly support meetings to anyone who is striving to understand and help a family member who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. For more information, call 860-876-0236 or visit NAMIShoreline.org.

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The Guilford Interfaith Volunteers (GIV) seeks to promote the well-being of Guilford residents who are homebound, elderly, or have special needs by providing them with food, friendship, or functional medical equipment. GIV’s primary goals are to provide residents with nutritious food, reduce the feeling of isolation and loneliness in its clients, and provide services that enable clients to remain in their homes, thereby postponing the necessity of moving to personal care facilities. Its motto is “Neighbor Helping Neighbor.” For more information about medical equipment, friendly visits, or food from Meals on Wheels, call the GIV offices at 203-453-8359.

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Mary Cox Hamden Mary B. (Walsh) Cox, 79, of Hamden, passed away peacefully on Aug. 15, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late James V. Cox. Mary was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy was her family. She was the loving mother of Norma Moran (Tom) of Cheshire, Kevin Cox (Missy) of Orange, Mary Letourneau (Jeff) of Guilford, James V. Cox (Maura) of Cheshire, Sheila van den Broeck (Marc) of Branford, and Colleen Sylvestre (James) of Middletown. She will be lovingly remembered by her cherished grandchildren: Brendan (Madi), Shannon, Kathleen, Meghan Moran, Emily, Michael, Colin Letourneau, Kevin, Molly Cox, Maeve, Grace, Tierney, James Cox, Jeremy, Luc van den Broeck, Paul, Maggie, and Mary Sylvestre. Mary is also survived by her beloved siblings, Michael, Mar-

tin, Ann, Nora, Mairead, Kathleen, Bernie, and Nuala. Born in Galway, Ireland, on Jan. 19, 1947, Mary was the daughter of the late Martin and Bridget Walsh. Her Irish roots remained an important part of who she was throughout her life. Before her retirement, Mary worked for many years as a private caregiver, where her compassionate nature and caring heart touched the lives of many. Above all, Mary will be remembered for the love she gave to her family. Her children and grandchildren were her world, and the warmth of her love, her Irish spirit, and the memories she created with those she loved will remain in their hearts forever. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Aug. 27 at St. Rita Church. Friends and family are asked to go directly to the church. Burial followed in Centerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Clelian Center, 261 Benham St., Hamden, CT 06514, or Camp Words Unspoken, P.O. Box 143, Westfield, MA 01086. See Obituaries page 8

Volunteers Needed to Tutor Adult English Learners Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore is accepting applications for its Fall 2026 tutor training workshop. Volunteers will learn how to teach English to adult residents from around the world. No teaching experience is required. The free 12-hour workshop meets over eight sessions beginning Thursday, Sept. 24. Morning sessions are held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Evening sessions are offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in a hybrid format. An online self-paced training option is also available. A $40 donation for training materials is requested. For more information or to apply, contact 860-399-0280 or info@lvvs.org, or visit www.lvvs.org.

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Notice is hereby given of the Annual Membership Meeting of the voters of The Sachem’s Head Association, Inc. will be held at: 6:00 P.M. On Thursday, September 17, 2026 Nathanael B. Greene Community Center 32 Church St Guilford, CT 06437 The purpose of this meeting is to elect the executive board for 2026/2027; to hear reports of the Officers and Chairpersons of the standing committees; and to take any other actions that may be necessary or required for the interest and welfare of Sachem’s Head Association, Inc. Christine Van Italie Clerk

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Programs Offered at W&FLC Women & Family Life Center (W&FLC), located at 96 Fair Street, Guilford, offers Lawyer Time, a program to allow individuals to meet one-on-one with a volunteer attorney to discuss legal questions and better understand one’s personal rights and the legal process. Attorneys can discuss most civil matters. W&FLC does not provide pro bono services or legal representation. W&FLC also offers Financial Consults, a program that involves one-on-one appointments with a volunteer financial coach to review finances of participants and help them take control of their economic independence and success. Topics cover budgeting, divorce, finances, debt, death claims paperwork, and more. Lastly, W&FLC offers a guided assistance program with a social worker who can connect individuals with community resources on crisis services, social services, mental health, financial assistance, and legal services. For more information or an appointment, contact 203-458-6699 or info@womenandfamilylife.org.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Amy D. Jaffe (26-0276) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 18, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Karen M. Parzych, Chief Clerk The fiduciary is: Douglas W. Jaffe, 232 Baltic Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 David M. Jaffe c/o MARK PAUL CHIOFFI, CHIOFFI LAW LLC, 222 RIVERSIDE AVENUE, WESTPORT, CT 06880

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Christopher John Foster (26-0274) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 18, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Karen M. Parzych, Chief Clerk The fiduciary is: Paul Petrillo

Madison, Guilford Democrats to Host ‘Meet the Candidates’ Event Press Release from the Guilford Democratic Town Committee and the Madison Democratic Town Committee

The Madison and Guilford Democratic Town Committees will co-host a “Meet the Candidates” event Sunday, Sept. 13, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Munger Barn at Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Road, Guilford. The event will give Shoreline residents an opportunity to meet Democratic candidates and elected officials and discuss issues facing their communities, Connecticut and the nation. Light refreshments, wine, beer and soft drinks will be served. Featured candidates and speakers are Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz; Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas; state Sen. Chris-

tine Cohen, 12th District; state Rep. JohnMichael Parker, 101st District; state Rep. Moira Rader, 98th District; and Judge of Probate Seth Klaskin, 34th District. Expected special guests include Gov. Ned Lamont, U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, U.S. Reps. Rosa DeLauro and Joe Courtney, Attorney General William Tong, state Treasurer Erick Russell and state Comptroller Sean Scanlon. The suggested donation is $60. Space inside the Munger Barn is limited, and advance registration is encouraged. Registration is available through the Madison Democratic Town Committee and Guilford Democratic Town Committee. The Dudley Farm Foundation does not endorse, nor is it affiliated with, any political party, candidate or organization.

Volunteer Opportunity to Help Others The nonprofit hospice program of Yale Health at Home has volunteer opportunities in the following areas: patient/caregiver companions; complementary therapies, including massage, Reiki, reflexology, pet therapy, art, and music; bereavement and spiritual support; and veteran-to-veteran. Volunteers receive free mandatory screenings, training, the support and appreciation of a team, and more. Volunteers can choose their preferred towns from those served by the hospice program, which include Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, North Branford, North Haven, Northford, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. For more information, contact Ericka Copeland at 203-453-7659 or Ericka.copeland@ynhh.org, or visit ynhhs.org/health-at-home/about/volunteer.

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LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF GUILFORD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL TOWN MEETING TUESDAY September 22, 2026 – 8:30 A.M. Notice is hereby given that the Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing and Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. at Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park St., Guilford CT. To consider and act on the following proposed resolution: RESOLVED: To approve non-exclusive leasing of Town-owned property, located at 55 Park St., Guilford, to Guilford Community Television. Dated at Guilford this 17th day of August, 2026. Matthew T. Hoey III Louis Federici Susan Renner Sandra Ruoff Jonathan Trotta BOARD OF SELECTMEN TOWN OF GUILFORD

Academic and Enrichment Classes Offered Registration is now open for Shoreline Adult Education’s catalog of free academic programs and affordable enrichment classes. The free academic programs are open to adult residents of Branford, Clinton, Guilford, and North Branford. With federal funding from a grant, adults living outside this four-town region are eligible to enroll in the National External Diploma Program (NEDP), an alternative to the GED. Multiple program options are available for adults interested in earning their high school diploma. Confidentiality and flexible class schedules are available to those enrolled in the NEDP. In addition, English for speakers of other languages is offered for nonEnglish speakers, as well as workforce preparation classes and courses for families with young and school-aged children. Citizenship preparation is offered with a twosemester class designed to support adults in their pathway to U.S. citizenship. Shoreline Adult Education has also partnered with local business owners and instructors to offer enrichment classes through June. Course topics include retirement planning, arts and crafts, music, dance, health and wellness, lectures on local Connecticut history, computers, and foreign languages. For more information or to register in any of the classes, call the Branford office at 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

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Nick Regan: Drawing on Local History Continued from page 2 example, Nick describes a bright yellow building on the Guilford Green near the Congregational Church. Whether driving through Guilford or walking through the Green, he found himself noticing the building. Eventually, when he began deciding what to draw, it was already on his mind. Some of his favorite architectural styles include Federal and late-19th-century architecture influenced by Italian styles. Beyond drawing buildings, Nick’s interest in history also includes helping others discover Madison’s past. At Scranton

Library, he worked to organize its collection of local historical materials. The collection included about nine drawers filled with photographs, newspaper clippings and other materials that had accumulated over the years. The project was extensive. Nick estimates that he went through about 400 items, some as small as a single newspaper clipping. He also created a database that made it easier for people to search for specific information rather than sort through the large collection of uncataloged materials. The collection could help answer personal questions, including those from people looking for information

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with his children and grandchildren. An absolute sports fan, Edward was a big champion of youth athletics in his hometown. He was an active member of both the Sideliners and the Touchdown Club, ensuring Guilford High School athletes had the community support they needed to succeed. He also tirelessly cheered on the Red Sox and UConn’s basketball and soccer teams. Above all his community achievements, Edward’s greatest joy was his family. His absolute favorite moments were simple ones—spent lounging, laughing, and playing games by the swimming pool surrounded by his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his beloved wife, Christine Testori; their son, Jay Testori (Susan) of Madison; their daughter, Jan Testori-Markman of New York City; and his son, Byron Barnhart of Tulsa, Okla. He also leaves behind a cherished legacy in his grandchildren: Gina Bundy, Julia Testori, Scott Testori, Clio Markman, and Edie Markman, who will forever miss his warmth and his sense of humor. He is also survived by his sisters, Jeanette Treat of Middlefield, Lori Doyle of Florida, and predeceased by his brother Dennis Testori. Friends are invited to calling hours from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. Funeral Service is at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the First Congregational Church, 100 Broad Street, Guilford. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Glenn Markman Foundation, 218 Hicks Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, www.glennmarkmanfoundation.org. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

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Josey gave birth to 3 kittens in a condo complex along the shoreline and kept them alive and safe despite not having food or shelter. As soon as a caring resident found out about the little family, she contacted Forgotten Felines. Josey and her kittens were trapped and brought to the shelter, where they were safe and had all the food they wanted. Josey, a beautiful young tabby, is such a sweet, loving girl. She adores people and any attention she can get, but is not particularly happy in a room full of other cats. If you are ready to cozy up with a lovable fur baby, Josey is your girl. Come meet this sweetheart at our open house or apply to adopt her online at www.forgottenfelinesct.org. Find Your Match At Forgotten Felines: 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

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group The Estuary, located at 220 Main Street, Old Saybrook, holds the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group every fourth Monday at 5:30 p.m. Hosted by the Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services clinical staff, the group provides conversation, support, and resources for grandparents who—for a variety of reasons—become parents to their grandchildren. Registration is not required. All area towns are welcome. For more information, contact 860-510-5042 or heather.mcneil@oldsaybrookct.gov.

Want to Play Chess? Shoreline Chess Club welcomes new members. The club meets from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays at the Guilford Community Center, 32 Church Street. All levels are welcome. For more information, call 203-675-7717.

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Guilford Veterans Welcome at American Legion Post 48 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 Photo by Genevieve Ray 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 your time, it will be very rewarding and first Tuesday of each month, except for July and August. Meetings begin with a short much appreciated. Call the volunteer line ceremony to honor MIAs and POWs. Locations and times of the meeting vary. For at 860-669-1347 or send an email to specific times and locations or for more information, call Fred Brisbois at 203-605volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org. 7747.

Agency on Aging Seeks Volunteers Volunteers are needed to offer local seniors and/or veterans companionship through the Agency on Aging’s RSVP Volunteer Program. Volunteers should be at least 55 years of age and willing to visit a senior and/or veteran in their home for one hour a week. For more information, call Cherie Strucaly at 203-752-3059.

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Town Sends Charter Revision to Ballot Continued from page 1 members may comment on the annual budget as presented by the Board of Finance, but no votes to change the budget are entertained.” Under the current Town Charter, a gathering of at least 300 eligible voters at the Annual Budget Meeting can vote to reduce a proposed appropriation in the town budget. The proposed amendment would instead make the meeting an opportunity for residents to comment on the budget presented by the Board of Finance without voting to change individual appropriations. According to Charter Revision Commission Chair Brendan Sharkey, the proposal received support from several residents during the first public hearing. First Selectman Matt Hoey said he favors the proposed amendment. He said it was nonsensical for a minority of voters to be able to “disenfranchise” and “obviate the will of 16,000 voters” who have entrusted the work of the Board of Finance through their election of its individual members. He added that it is “ironic that there was a provision in the charter that allowed [the budget] to be reduced, but not increased,” but that sudden changes in finances in either direction “doesn’t make sense as policy.” Voters in November will also be asked to consider a change under which candidates for first selectman would be voted on sep-

arately from candidates for the Board of Selectmen. Under the proposal, “the unsuccessful candidate for first selectm will not be eligible to serve on the Board of Selectmen,” according to the commission’s report. In turn, “voters may now cast up to four votes for the Board of Selectmen,” according to the report, an increase from two votes. The practice would mirror the electoral process for the Board of Education and Board of Finance. Sharkey previously told the Guilford Courier about the proposed change to the first selectman’s race, saying, “In the way we choose the first selectman, we should recognize that is the CEO of the town. If you’re running for that position, that’s what you’re running for.” The current practice may also be unfair to incumbent selectmen, Sharkey said, since the losing candidate for first selectman will typically still receive more votes than several incumbents or candidates despite running a separate race. The Charter Revision Commission also proposed changing the name of the Board of Selectmen to the more gender-neutral “Selectboard.” The change has been adopted by a couple of towns in Connecticut, including Seymour and Ridgefield, and is currently being explored by several others. Hoey said such a change is “appropriate” and recognizes that the board’s membership is not entirely male.

LVVS Offers Workplace Literacy Program Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore offers free workplace literacy programs to improve employee productivity for businesses in Guilford. The free program matches volunteer tutors with employees, working together to customize a program that meets workplace and student needs. For more information or to participate in the program, contact John Ferrara at 860-399-0280 or jferrara@lvvs.org.

Recycle Your Old Paint Page Hardware & Appliance Co., 9 Boston Street, Guilford, allows residents and businesses to bring old, unwanted paint for recycling during regular business hours through the PaintCare program. For more information, visit www.paintcare.org.

Men and Women Invited to League of Women Voters The League of Women Voters seeks new members who have an interest in areas such as voter registration, open government, environmental protection, or social policy. The league welcomes women and men of all ages and from all political persuasions. For more information, visit www.lwvct.org.

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The Southern Connecticut Conference is once again set for a highly competitive fall season, with some of the state’s top athletes and programs preparing to battle throughout the league. But with several all-conference standouts graduating, the new season also presents an opportunity for a new group of athletes to make a name for themselves. The SCC is one of the premier conferences in the state, featuring strong competition across nearly every sport. With only a handful of last year’s all-conference selections returning, there will be plenty of opportunities for new athletes to step into prominent roles, establish themselves, and earn recognition among the conference’s best. For Guilford, senior Emilia Votto is one of the returning all-conference players looking to build on last season’s success. Votto, who can play both defense and midfield for the Grizzlies girls soccer team, earned first-team All-SCC honors last season and returns as one of three Guilford players who received the recognition a year ago. Guilford’s girls cross country team also returns a standout in Olivia Jackson, who has established herself as one of the program’s most consistent athletes. Jackson is coming off an impressive outdoor track season that culminated with a trip to the New Balance Nationals and will look to continue taking steps forward as she competes in cross country as well as the indoor and outdoor track seasons. Her continued development makes her another Guilford athlete poised to make an even bigger impact. The boys cross country team also brings back two all-conference runners from last season in seniors Lewis Thoreen and Jordan Espinosa. Their return gives Guilford a pair of experienced runners who have already proven themselves against some of the SCC’s top competition. In field hockey, senior Zoe Tsoukanelis and junior Abby Dellaventura return as two of Guilford’s four all-conference selections from last season. Both will have an opportunity to build on their previous success and help lead the Grizzlies against another challenging SCC schedule.

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Senior Zoe Tsoukanelis returns to the Guilford field hockey team after earning All-SCC honors last season.

The boys soccer team, meanwhile, enters the season with an especially wideopen landscape. All three Guilford players who earned all-conference recognition last season have graduated, leaving the door open for a new group of players to emerge.

Volleyball and football also enter the season without any returning all-conference selections from last year, creating additional opportunities for new players to step forward. While returning honorees such as Votto, Jackson, Thoreen,

Espinosa, Tsoukanelis, and Dellaventura provide Guilford with proven talent, the upcoming season could also mark the emergence of a new group of athletes ready to make their names known throughout the SCC.

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Deep River Horseshoe League: White Sox Move Back to First Place By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Players are usually concerned about heat and humidity, but this week the focus shifted to playoff positions, seedings, and which bubble teams were in or out. Overall scoring dropped from a team average of 277 points to 262 points—the fourth-highest average this season. One team topped 300 points, and four came within five points of 300. For the first time this season, 40 games were won by more than five points. Headlines: The White Sox moved back into first place with a 4-2 win over the Yankees; the Giants fell to second after a 4-2 loss to the Pirates; the Braves joined the bubble teams with a 42 loss to the Rockies; the D’backs strengthened their chances of making the playoffs with a 4-2 win over the Cards; and substitute Paul Noel matched the league season high for a series with 183 points. Brady Miller’s White Sox wanted first place and the No. 1 seed as they faced Dennis Allen’s Yankees. The Sox used Miller’s clean game for a double-digit win in game one. The Yankees won the next two games: Allen’s 40 points gave them a double-digit win, and, after falling behind by five points going into the last two boxes, they used their handicap for the win. The Sox won the final three games. Tied after the 10th box, the Sox outscored the Yanks, 9-4. Miller and Bob Beckwith combined for 60 points for an easy win. Beckwith’s 38 points in the last game gave the Sox their third double-digit win. His 104-point series was the second-highest in the B division. The Sox scored 294 points, 70 ringers, and 10 doubles. In the Giants-Pirates match, all games were won by double digits. The teams split the first four games. The Pirates took game one as Gary Stevens’ points were the difference after Skip Robinson edged Giants player Mike Zanelli Sr., 31-28. Brian Walsh and Stevens combined for 52 points to win game three. The Zanelli and Matt Valentin duo scored 57 points in game two, while Zanelli and Adam Fortier

four games against Frank Rausch’s Braves. Pollard edged Rausch, 36-31, in game one and again, 25-23, in game two, with the Rockies using their handicap for the win. Anthony Malerba’s 35 points won game three. In their third meeting, Pollard edged Rausch, 31-24, as Pollard and Malerba scored 60 points. The Braves won the final two games. Rausch and Mike Beckwith combined for 64 points for a double-digit win. In the last game, it was Beckwith’s double in the last box that sealed the victory. Beckwith’s 99-point series tied for third in the B division. Malerba’s 95-point series was the third-highest score in the C division. Pollard edged Rausch, 112111. The Rockies scored 295 points for the night. The Rockies were tied for sixth place, and the Braves dropped from fifth to eighth in the standings. Bill Beckwith’s Red Sox were looking to make it four wins in a row, while Bob Cifaldi’s Cubs were playing for a top-four seed. Cifaldi’s 36 points won game one. Game two was the only game of the night decided by one point. It came down to the last box, when the Cubs outscored the Sox, 9-3. The Sox won the next two games using their handicap. Cifaldi came within two points of winning game five, but he needed Scott Allen Jr.’s points for the win. Allen won the final game. The Cubs won, 4-2, and were in third place. John Hutra’s Marlins were a bubble team, and there was concern as they faced Sheryl Serviss’s Tigers, who scored a season-high 347 points in their last match. Hutra and Mike Shashok were looking to break out of their scoring slump and looking to Leif Selander to provide the needed spark. Selander’s 29 points carried the Marlins to a nine-point win in Photo courtesy of Joseph Heery game one. Hutra and Shashok’s D’backs player Butch Carotenuto has averaged 99 points over the past four weeks as the team battles for a lack of scoring continued in game postseason berth. two as the Tigers won by seven points. Tigers player Dennis Gooscored 64 points to win game four carried the Pirates to their fourth had good scoring nights: Pirates drich matched the Marlins’ score in game three, and Anthony Conby 24 points. win. Walsh’s 99-point series tied 293, Giants 284. The Pirates won the final two for third in the B division. The Going into the night, Sue Pol- kling’s points gave the team the games. Down by one point after win dropped the Giants into sec- lard’s Rockies were considered a win. Selander and Goodrich 10 boxes, they outscored the ond place, and the Pirates bubble team, but they quickly Giants, 11-4. Walsh and Stevens remained in fourth. Both teams dispelled that by winning the first See Deep River page 13

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games were won by double digits, and Noel won only one game single-handedly. His only open box occurred in the sixth box of his last game. Of the 96 shoes he tossed, 83 were for points—86%. His personalbest 183-point series was the night’s top score. The Orioles solidified a spot in the playoffs with a 5-1 win over the Mets. The match marked a league first—all six games were scratch contests, with no handicap. The Orioles won the first two games: Mike Zanelli Jr.’s 41 points won game one, and Ted Dubay and Zanelli’s combined points produced an eight-point win in game two. Mets player Harvey Strausser and Dubay matched scores in game three, and it was Deb Scully’s 15 points that gave the Mets their lone win by two. The Orioles won the last three games. Zanelli’s 135-point series and Dubay’s 99point series tied for third in the A and B divisions, respectively. The Orioles scored 286 points and were in fifth place. The high scorer for Peter Furmonavicius’s Rangers was John Durinick with 92 points as Furmonavicius had his seasonlow series. Tony Cutone’s Angels won the first four games by an average of 20 points. The Rangers used their two-point handicap to avoid the sweep and earn a tie in game five. The Angels won the last game. Angels player Paul Chrystal had his season-best 86-point series. Here are the current standings of the top eight teams and the two teams on the bubble: White Sox 56.5-39.5; Giants 56.0-50.0; Cubs 54.5-41.5; Pirates 54.0-42.0; Orioles 51.5-44.5; Marlins 51.0-45.0; Rockies 50.045.0; Braves 50.0-46.0; D’backs 49.0-47.0; Cards 47.5-44.5. The playoffs are a single-elimination tournament. Round one is best-of-five, and round two is best-of-five. The championship match is best-of-seven. If there is a tie game, the teams must play another game if needed. The key matches for Week 17 are White Sox vs. Braves and D’backs vs. Cards.

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Fresh peaches and blueberries fill Liz Egan’s Fruits of the Farm Pie, finished with a sweet crumb topping

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Liz's All-in Salad combines heirloom tomato, avocado, fresh mozzarella, cucumber, carrots, and red onion with a balsamic vinaigrette.

Fruits of the Farm … and Leftovers, Too! By Liz Egan Special to Living

Late August and into September are my favorite weeks for farm-fresh vegetables and fruits. Though many say summer is over as children and parents prepare for back-to-school and new routines, now is the time to enjoy the best our local farms have to offer. While corn is frequently available as early as spring in supermarkets, local corn just gets started in late August. Inexpensive and hearty, corn was a frequent vegetable side in my large family growing up on Long Island. In our home, there was no substitute for local corn. We could eat as much as we wanted, never leaving the table hungry. My favorite was the corn fritters my father made with the leftover corn after Labor Day. These crispy and crunchy “pancakes” were amazing. With maple syrup, fruit, and bacon as sides, this breakfast-for-dinner meal was a highly anticipated treat. Corn fritters are light and airy and easy to make. A few simple ingredients — corn off the cob, a splash of flour, a pinch of salt, and one egg — are all it takes to create a Photo courtesy of Liz Egan treat so delicious, you’ll make them again and again. A few weeks ago, I made corn Fresh corn fritters cook until golden brown and crisp, a favorite way for Liz Egan to put fritters after I had a solitary ear of cooked leftover local corn to use.

corn left over after my Wednesday dinner with my neighbor buddies. I halved the recipe, keeping the whole egg ingredient, and the three little pancakes were just enough for me. This past weekend, I made sure to cook extra corn on purpose in order to guarantee I’d have enough corn to make a lot of fritters. Ever since I have been cooking for one, it has been challenging to create a singleserving dish of the meals I made for the two of us. Paul loved my cooking, and there were few leftovers. Growing up in a large family, food was not something to be wasted. I am finally beginning to figure it out. One such farm stand dish I made frequently for us was fresh tomato with mozzarella and basil with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Typically, I would use a pie plate and several heirloom tomatoes from the garden or Scott’s Connecticut Valley Orchards farm stand on Route 154 in Essex. With a piece of corn on the cob and a few slices of garlic toast, yum. Paul and I would have a second night with the leftovers on top of green salad. Heirloom tomatoes come in so many varieties — Heirloom Red, Persimmon, See page 20

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Crispy kale chips offer another way to make use of fresh seasonal produce.

Continued from page 19 Better Boy, Purple Brandywine, and Yellow Tasteful, to name just a few. I love trying them all. Both Scott’s and Bishop’s in Guilford allow you to one-stop shop. Both farms also sell fresh mozzarella, as well as fresh basil, among a host of vegetables and fruits. This year, I figured out how to make this refreshing dish for one. I call it my All-in Salad. I cut into chunky pieces one heirloom tomato, ½ avocado, two slices of fresh mozzarella, some mini cukes, and fresh basil and toss them into one large salad bowl. In a small dish, I mix 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon-plus-a-bit of balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and whisk it, pouring the resulting vinaigrette over the salad. I frequently add herbes de Provence to the vinaigrette. Or you can skip this part and use your favorite bottled balsamic dressing. Ready to eat. When I first started making this for myself, I knew I needed some really good Italian bread to oven-bake with butter, garlic powder, and garlic salt. I drove all the way to Saldamarco’s in Clinton to get Apicella Bakery’s New York State Extra Crispy Italian bread. Out of this world. If you hurry, you’ll still be able to get freshly picked peaches. I buy a lot of peaches and have gone to the farms’ orchards to pick them up as well. It is so much fun to pick your own peaches, blueberries, strawberries, and, soon, apples and pears. You may also find “peach seconds” — peaches that are super ripe. I use these as an inexpensive way to make peach jam or peach salsa. Catching the overlap of tomatoes and peaches allows

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A homemade crust is lightly baked in a tart pan before the fruit filling Fresh corn is cut from the cob before being is added. used to make corn fritters.

you to make a great peach salsa. Clean, peel, and cut them up, along with onions, lime juice, and cilantro — wow! There was a time when I was more ambitious and canned peach salsa. P.S. Peach salsa is the perfect weekend sportswatching snack. This year, I participated in making food for the Clinton Summer Fair’s Dip Supper. While I committed to making my lasagna as well as baked chicken thighs, they needed an extra pie, and I gladly agreed. At that moment, I had six ripe peaches and a pint of fresh blueberries on hand. Not wanting to go to the store again, I made a sweet crust using the Rolled Cookie Dough recipe in my very old and tattered edition of The Joy of Cooking. I have used the Pâte Brisée recipe with my tart pan, and having made massive quantities of Christmas cutout cookies in the past, I knew that a sweet shortbread dough would work great. Unlike my mother and my dear friend Ken, I am not a great pie crust maker, so the cookie dough was just the thing. While Rose’s Berry Farm in Glastonbury makes an amazing two-crust Fruits of the Farm Pie, I chose to stick to what I had on hand. I have a sweet tooth, so I made a crumb topping, substituting brown sugar for some of the sugar called for. Paul’s mother’s Blueberry Buckle recipe has the best crumb topping ever, not quite the topping on the New York crumb cake from Stanley’s Bakery eaten on Sundays in my youth, but terrific just the same. So don’t be fooled that summer is over. Sept. 21 is weeks away. Take a break from your routines and start your weekly shopping at a local farm stand or market. You’ll be glad you did!

Corn Fritters With Fresh Corn From The Joy of Cooking by Irma S. Rombauer and Marion Rombauer Becker, 1975 edition An amazing use for leftover corn! Easily modified based on the amount of corn you have. Scrape: 2½ cups corn (about two to three ears) Add: 1 well-beaten egg yolk 2 teaspoons flour (optional) ¼ teaspoon salt In a separate bowl, whip one egg white until stiff but not dry. Fold the corn mixture into it. Sauté as for pancakes in oil. Do not overcook. Notes: While the flour is optional, it helps give the fritters holding power as a pancake. Serve hot with real maple syrup, bacon, fruit, or whatever sides please you. They are light and airy and have a nice crunch from the corn. b

Fruits of the Farm Pie With Crumb Topping I borrowed the name from Rose’s Berry Farm in Glastonbury, whose two-crust pie is a must during summer months. I have a sweet tooth, so I prefer the crunch and sweetness of a crumb topping. This can be made as a tart or a pie. Crust You can use a standard or deep-dish ready-made pie crust or use a tart pan with this crust: Pâte Brisée Work ½ cup chilled butter, cut into pieces, plus 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening very lightly into:

2 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt Press between fingers (or two knives) until crumbly. Make a well in the center and add 5 to 6 tablespoons cold water, a bit at a time. Dough should be soft enough to gather into a ball but not stick to fingers or to a board. Cover with a damp cloth for two to 36 hours. Dampness of cloth depends on resting time. Press into shape in a tart pan or roll out for a crust. Lightly bake until firm but not browned. I have also used a rolled cookie dough recipe for the crust. The added sugar adds a touch of sweetness. Filling Mound in the crust: 6 to 7 peaches, rinsed, peeled, and sliced 1 cup blueberries, strawberries, or other in-season berries, rinsed and cleaned Dot with butter. Topping In a separate bowl, mix together until crumbly: ½ cup brown sugar ¼ cup white sugar ½ stick butter, margarine, or shortening ½ cup flour (add more if not crumbly, less if too dry) 1 tablespoon cinnamon (more or less to taste — I like a lot!) Sprinkle topping over fruit. Put pie on a cookie sheet (it may bubble over!). Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Check and continue baking if necessary until topping is lightly browned but not melted. Let cool on top of stove. Careful, it’s hot! Enjoy!

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Calendar for the Week of September 3, 2026

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 3 Extend Your Growing Season: Mastering Fall, Winter, and Spring Crops: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Master gardener Mark Gostkiewicz discusses cultivating crops in the fall, winter and spring. Free and open to all. Registration suggested. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Living Life Happily: Access to a Cure Fundraiser: 6 to 9:30 p.m. Owenego Inn, 40 Linden Ave., Branford. Event hosted by Peace Love ACCESSibility to benefit the Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance. The evening includes dinner, stories, raffles and a silent auction. Tickets: $100. For ticket information, visit linktr.ee/PeaceLoveACCESSibility. Shoreline Sailing Club Meeting: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Open to adults ages 35 and older interested in sailing, boating, and social activities. First-time guests are free; admission is $10 for returning guests. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 5 Perennial Plant Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, 811 E. Main St., Branford. Features perennial begonias, hostas, limelight hydrangeas, lobelias, tall Shasta daisies, sedums and more. For info, call 203-4880549. Little One and Loved One Dance Class with Elevé Academy: 9:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. For ages 18 months to 4 years and an adult loved one. Introductory movement class with Miss Kristen featuring music, movement, games and imaginative activities. Free and open to the public. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Intro to Ballet with Elevé Academy: 10:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. For ages 5 to 8. Introductory ballet class with Miss Kristen from Elevé Academy, designed for kindergarten through second-grade students. Free and open to the public. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

1876 Star-Spangled Banner Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Deacon John Grave House, 581 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features Madison’s rare 38-star U.S. flag. Costumed docents will share the story behind the flag. Free. For info, visit deaconjohngrave.org.

Open Mic Night: 5:30 p.m. Henry on Main, 10 West Main St., Clinton. Features an evening of poetry with Clinton Poet Laureate Bethany Howard. Participants can read their poetry or listen. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Grandparents Day Afternoon Tea: 2:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Third annual Grandparent’s Day celebration for children ages 3 and up and their grandparents. Includes tea, snacks and a Grandparent’s Day craft. Free and open to the public. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

What’s It Worth?: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Author, auctioneer, appraiser and radio show host Mike Ivankovich discusses what determines the value of antiques, collectibles and personal treasures. Attendees can bring an item for appraisal. Mike Ivankovich will participate virtually; patrons can attend at the library or via Zoom. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 6 Diverse Array Opening Reception: 1 to 4 p.m. City Gallery, 994 State St., New Haven. Opening reception for Robert Jacoby’s Diverse Array. Free and open to the public. For info, call 203-782-2489, email info@citygallery.org, or visit city-gallery.org.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 8 First Responder Ride for Resilience: A 343-mile cycling ride honoring the 343 firefighters who died on Sept. 11, 2001, passes through Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Guilford, Branford and East Haven. Community members may register to ride, volunteer at designated rest stops or cheer on participants along the route. For info, to register or to volunteer, visit 911ride.org. Opening Day Reception and Concert: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a performance by the United States Coast Guard Brass Quintet. Free. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Tween Dungeons and Dragons: 3:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For students in grades 5 to 8. Features a standalone, one-shot quest with monsters, puzzles and storytelling. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Louie Listens: Read to a Therapy Dog: 5:15 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Children and families can register for one of three private 15-minute sessions to read to Louie, a licensed therapy dog. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

American Girl Doll Club: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Bring a favorite doll for a discussion, activities, and a craft focused on a historical time period. This month features Samantha Parkington and life in the early 1900s. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000. Tuesday Trivia: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Adult Jeopardy-style trivia competition with five categories. Limited to six teams of up to four players. Registration required; only one player per team should register. For info or to register, call 860-6632000. Create Design with Color, Structure and Seasonal Senescence: 6:45 p.m. Hubley Hall, First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meeting House Ln., Madison. Garden Club of Madison presents New England landscape designer, horticulturist and nurseryman Warren Leach. Open to the public. For info, email gardenclubmadisonct@gmail.com or visit gcmct.org. Virtual Author Talk with Daniel Kraus: 7 p.m. Online. Features a discussion with author Daniel Kraus about his new novel, The Sixth Nik. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew with Daniel Kraus: 7 p.m. Online. Virtual author talk with Daniel Kraus about his novel, The Sixth Nik. Registration required. Free and open to all. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9 Baby Keepsake: Beach Sand Handprint: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Sensory craft program for children from birth through age 2 and their caregivers; sibling helpers welcome. Participants will create a beach sand handprint keepsake. Supplies provided. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. The Wee Faerie Village at the Florence Griswold Museum: 12:30 p.m. St. George’s Parish Hall, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Features a presentation by David Rau, senior director of education and visitor engagement at the Florence Griswold Museum, about the Wee Faerie Village at the historic artists’ colony. Free and open to the public. For info, email guilfordgardenclub06437@gmail.com or visit guilfordgardenclub.org. Teddy Bear Evening Story Time: 4:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Children of all ages and their stuffed-animal friends are invited to celebrate National Teddy Bear Day with an evening story time. Free; no registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING Trip: Lost in New Haven: 10:15 a.m. Lost in New Haven, 80 Hamilton St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a tour of the Lost in New Haven local history and cultural center, followed by lunch at Pepe's Pizza. Cost: $40. For info or to register, visit ssill.org.

Tween Time: Pet Care 101: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Connecticut Humane Society leads a handson pet care workshop for ages 8 to 12 covering pet ownership and what animals need to thrive. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Afternoon Fiction Book Club: 1 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

9/11 Remembrance Service: 5 p.m. Madison Town Green. The Town of Madison honors community members who lost their lives on 9/11. For info or to dedicate a flag, visit madisonexchange.org/flags.

From Albania to Italy to New Haven: The Story of Zeneli Pizzeria: 5:30 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave., New Haven. Gazmir Zeneli discusses the journey he and his brothers took from Albania to learning pizza-making in Italy and opening Zeneli Pizzeria in New Haven. Presented with Gorman Bechard and Dean Falcone, co-curators of Pronounced Ah-Beetz. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org. Chocolate Class & Tasting: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. International award-winning chocolatiers present a 90-minute bean-to-bar craft chocolate class and tasting exploring cultivation, fermentation, roasting, grinding, and conching. For ages 18 and older. Free. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

All Ages: Tabletop Game Night: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features card games, role-playing games, board games, console games and more. Light refreshments available. Free. Reg- Opening Night for The Odd Couple: 7 p.m. The Legacy istration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. The show runs actonlibrary.org. through Sunday, Oct. 4. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org. Declaration of Independence Prints and Broadsides: 6 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave., New Jordan Freeman: A Revolutionary War Soldier: 7 p.m. Haven. Reception at 5:30 p.m. John Bidwell, curator Westbrook Public Library Community Room, 61 Goodemeritus at the Morgan Library & Museum, presents a speed Dr. Kevin Johnson of the Connecticut State Library pictorial history of the Declaration of Independence as presents a historical interpretation of Jordan Freeman, a an art object and printed document. Includes a rare Black Revolutionary War soldier. For info, contact the viewing of the Whitney Library’s Presidential Signatures Westbrook Historical Society at 860-399-7473 or westCollection. Free with regular museum admission. Regisbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. tration requested. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org. Stony Creek Forum: Conversations Online: 7 p.m. WilGuilford Job Network: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Features guest speakers. Open to all job seekers. For info or to receive the Zoom meeting link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aol.com.

loughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Omer Bartov, professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Brown University and author of Israel: What Went Wrong?, in conversation with Peter Beinart. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

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Getting Your Affairs in Order: 10 to 11:30 a.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Becca Allen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and End-ofLife Doula, leads a 90-minute presentation on organizing important documents, making key decisions and clarifying wishes as part of end-of-life planning. A written worksheet will be provided; bring a pen. Hosted by Shoreline Village. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 203-747-5939 or info@shorelinevillagect.org.

Psychedelics and the Brain: Hope, Hype, and Healing?: 9:30 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Depak Cyril D'Souza, M.D. Explores research on psychedelics as potential treatments for depression and other mental health conditions. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Little Learners Story Time: Pets: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Pet-themed stories, songs, movement and activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Registration encouraged. Free. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Sept. 11 Candlelight Vigil: 6 p.m., Winthrop Baptist Church, 444 Winthrop Road, Deep River. Community candlelight vigil and non-denominational service marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Includes remembrance of those who lost their lives, reading of the names of Connecticut victims, prayer and an opportunity for community members to share reflections. Free. For info, call 860-526-5241, email office@winthropbaptist.org, or visit facebook.com/winthropbaptist. Where There Is Love, There Is Hope: A Prayer for Peace: 7 p.m. Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. A commemoration of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 featuring song, prayer, poetry and prose centered on themes of hope, love and peace, with music led by Saint Ann’s Music Director Hector Babcock Migliacci and performances by the Saint Ann’s Choir, soloists, community members and special guests. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org. Concert by Diane Zeigler: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by The Occasional Coffee House. Sponsored by Shoreline Pastoral Counseling. Tickets: $20, includes coffee, tea, and homemade cookies. For info or tickets, visit eventbrite.com or northmadisoncc.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 12 Communitywide Tag Sale: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Vendors are still being accepted. For info or vendor registration, email NBCCevents2@gmail.com. Killingworth Library Annual Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Features donated books for all ages and genres, large-print books, puzzles, and games. Held rain or shine in the library meeting room and, weather permitting, on the lawn. Proceeds benefit the Killingworth Library Association. For info, call 860-663-2000. Kids Can Cook: Mini Pizza: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Children ages 5 to 12 make personal English muffin pizzas while learning basic kitchen skills and food safety. Free. Registration required; space is limited. For info, including allergens, or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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Remembering Dolly, Openings, Tickets, and More By Karen Isaacs Columnist

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A Great Talent: The music world and the world at large will mourn Dolly Parton for a long time. Her talent and her generosity knew no bounds. But you may not remember that she composed the score for 9 to 5: The Musical. The show was produced last spring at MTC in Norwalk. A musical about her life is scheduled to open on Broadway next spring. She had been deeply involved with it for many years. Look for information about Dolly: An Original Musical. International Stars to Obscurity: Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) in Norwalk is presenting the Connecticut premiere of Harmony, which was a New York Times Critic’s Pick. The show tells the story of a 1920s German musical group that became internationally popular until it was destroyed by the Nazis. The music is by Barry Manilow, but this is NOT a jukebox show. It runs weekends from Friday, Sept. 11, to Sunday, Sept. 27. Contact MusicTheatreofCT.com. Remembering Sept. 11: Sharon Playhouse is the second Connecticut theater

(Ivoryton was the first) to present Come from Away, about the aftermath of that infamous day. The award-winning musical is heartwarming and uplifting. It opens at the Playhouse on Friday, Sept. 11, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 27. You can get tickets by visiting Sharon Playhouse.org. Athol Fugard Play: The HartBeat Ensemble, performing at Trinity College’s Austin Arts Center, is presenting A Lesson from Aloes, my favorite Fugard play, from Thursday, Oct. 8, to Sunday, Oct. 17. The play, set in apartheid-era South Africa, explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and survival. For tickets, contact HartBeatEnsemble.org. The Circle Closes: August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom was the first Wilson play staged at the Yale Rep (1984), its world premiere. Now, Yale Rep is opening its 2026-27 season with the play, directed by Timothy Douglas, who was an understudy in the first production. The play is set in a Chicago recording studio where Ma Rainey (“the mother of the

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Continued from page 22 Day on the Green Arts and Crafts Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Westbrook Town Green, Boston Post Rd. Features arts and crafts vendors and community activities. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-3997473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. Dreaming with the Departed: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Meditative workshop with Grace Erhart and Dale Litalien, Level 3 Dream Teachers in the Robert Moss School of Active Dreaming, on dreams involving departed loved ones and animals. Bring a picture of a person or animal you have lost. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or blanket and, if desired, a journal. Registration is required and space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. The Open Table Pantry Grand Opening: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. First Baptist Church of Branford, 975 Main St., Branford. Features a ribbon-cutting ceremony, community picnic with hot dogs, live music and children’s activities. The new food pantry will provide free nonperishable and shelf-stable foods to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. All are welcome. For info, contact 203-488-9777 or admin@firstbaptistbranford.com.

Blues”) and her musicians are recording. It runs from Friday, Oct. 2, to Saturday, Oct. 24. For tickets, visit YaleRep.org. Opening Long Wharf’s Season: It’s a brief run, but Long Wharf is presenting, in collaboration with Off-Broadway’s Waterwell, The Ford/Hill Project. Using verbatim transcripts of their Senate testimony, the show imagines a conversation between Anita Hill and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford. During confirmation hearings, Hill accused Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas of sexual harassment, and Ford accused Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh of the same. The show will be performed at Quinnipiac University on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19 and 20, and at SCSU from Friday, Sept. 25, to Sunday, Sept. 27. Tickets on Sale: Tickets for Hell’s Kitchen, Alicia Keys’ Tony-winning musical, are now on sale at Bushnell.org. The national tour of the show will play Hartford from Tuesday, Dec. 8, to Sunday, Dec. 13. The musical features Keys’ music and tells the story of her growing up in NYC. See a Broadway Show for Half Price! The semiannual two-for-one ticket sale runs from Tuesday, Sept. 8, to Sunday, Sept. 20. It’s a collaboration between the Broadway League and NYC Tourism + Conventions. Many shows participate, including some major hits, but may not be available for all dates. More shows offer discounts for weeknight performances.

Saturday Cinema: 1 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. PG-13 movie showing. Free. Registration suggested. For info, including the movie title, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

You can find the full list of shows with Broadway Week ticketing links at NYCTourism.com. Shakespeare and More: The Connecticut Repertory Theatre on the UConn Storrs campus is presenting four productions this season, its 77th. All of them feature students from UConn’s theater programs and visiting professionals. The season opens with Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night (Oct. 15-26), followed by Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women (Dec. 3-11). In 2027, CRT presents Giants Have Us in Their Books, four short plays described as “fairy tales for grown-ups” (March 4-13), and the season ends with Urinetown, The Musical (April 15-25). For information or tickets, visit ConnecticutRep.Uconn.edu. What’s Playing in Connecticut: Come from Away is at Ivoryton Playhouse through Sept. 6, Much Ado About Nothing by Elm City Shakespeare through Sept. 6, The Snow Goose at Goodspeed Musicals through Oct. 18, and The Odd Couple at Legacy Theatre from Sept. 10 to Oct. 4. Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident. To check out her reviews for New York and Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word press.com. She’s a member of the Connecticut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Circle, Connecticut Theater Women’s Network, and the American Theatre Critics Association.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 13

Rally Sunday Service: 10 a.m. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Features an outdoor worship service with the Galvanized Jazz Band, followed by a picnic and lawn games. Bring a chair or A Pictorial Tour of Costa Rica: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 blanket. Free and open to all. For info, call 203-245-2793, West Ave., Essex. Photographer Bert Sirkin presents images of Costa Rica’s jungles and wildlife. Free. Registra- ext. 10 or visit facebook.com/fccmadison. tion required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or BACA West Reception: 2 to 4 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 visit youressexlibrary.org. Main St., Branford. A reception featuring Margot God and Country Commemorative Event and Concert: Nimiroski. Free. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org. 2 to 6 p.m. Guilford Free Library and Guilford Town Green. Begins with a 2 p.m. presentation on Connecticut during the Revolution at the library, followed by a 3 to 6 p.m. concert and activities on the Green featuring historical displays, music, children’s vendors, food vendors, and community organizations. Commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 13. For info, visit facebook.com/GodandcountryeventCT.

MONDAY, SEPT. 14 Keeping Your World Steady: How the Inner Ear Impacts Balance and Falls: 2 p.m. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Fyzical Therapy & Balance will discuss the inner ear’s role in balance, age-related changes that can affect balance, and symptoms such as dizziness and unsteadiness that can increase fall risk. Sponsored by Shoreline Village CT. For info, contact 203747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org. See page 24

24 Continued from page 23 Experiencing America Book Club: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: Planetwalker by John Francis. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Dear Dealer Book Launch and Discussion with Local Author Nadia Bowers: 6 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Book launch and moderated discussion with local author Nadia Bowers about her memoir, Dear Dealer. Presented by Gallery Books. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 15 The Art of Still Life Photography: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Mark Battista. Explores techniques for creating still life photographs that tell a story, communicate an idea, and express a mood. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Forest Bathing: Nature’s Wellness Break: 10:30 a.m. Chatfield Hollow State Park, 381 Route 80, Killingworth. Meet at the outdoor picnic tables near the covered bridge. Features a guided nature experience focused on the sights, sounds and scents of the woods. No hiking or special skills required. Sponsored by Shoreline Village CT. For rain cancellation or postponement information, contact 203-747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org. Jordan Freeman: Witness to the Revolutionary War: 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Kevin Johnson as Jordan Freeman, an African American servant of John Ledyard and body servant to Col. William Ledyard during the Revolutionary War. Hosted by the Philanthropic Educational Organization, Chapter T, Madison. For info, email saramsta5@gmail.com.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING Medicare CHOICES Counseling: One-hour appointments at 3, 4, and 5 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Individual counseling sessions to help older adults and people with disabilities understand Medicare coverage and healthcare options. Free. Registration is required. For info or to register (required), call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Tell Your Own Story: A Poetry Writing Workshop with J Brooke: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave. J Brooke leads a poetry writing workshop with writing exercises. Registration is required. Free. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Acoustic Artists Storytellers: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a meditative listening experience with Anna May. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Comedy in the Creek: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Features comedian Alex Clark with Marcus Monroe, host Jasmine Mills and musical guest Jay Tori. For info or tickets, call 203-315-1901 or visit LegacyTheatreCT.org.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 Teen and Tween Pizza Scene: Noon. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For Clinton residents in grades 5 to 12. Features pizza, games, crafts and activities during a Clinton Public Schools half-day. Pizza and video games are offered in the Community Room, with arts and crafts in The Hidek Hub. Students younger than 12 must be picked up by 2 p.m. Bus service is available from Jared Eliot Middle School and The Morgan School; space is limited. Registration requested. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Assessing the Best Care Options: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Library Community Room, 3 Old Post Road, Northford. Julie Cruz, RN, CSA, discusses evaluating care choices based on individual needs, preferences and circumstances, and developing a personalized plan that proYour Vote Counts. It Really Does!: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Henry motes safety, independence and quality of life. RegistraCarter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Pre- tion is required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 sented by the League of Women Voters of the East Shore or visit nbranfordlibraries.org. in recognition of National Voter Registration Day. Features a presentation about the importance of voting. Virtual Author Talk with Yasmine Cheyenne: 2 p.m. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669- Online. Features a conversation with wellness expert Yas2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. mine Cheyenne about her book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16 Baby Band: 10 a.m. Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave. A music program for caregivers and children from birth to age 2; siblings welcome. Sing, dance, bounce, clap and explore child-safe instruments. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Cheyenne: 2 p.m. Virtual. Yasmine Cheyenne discusses her book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

New England Pirates: 6:30 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., Chester. Presentation on pirates and pirate hunters of New England during the Golden Age of Piracy, including why people became pirates, life aboard pirate ships, weapons and tactics, politics, and the decline of piracy. All ages welcome. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-526-0018 or email Library@ChesterCT.org. Shoreline Sailing Club Meeting: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Open to adults ages 35 and older interested in sailing, boating, and social activities. First-time guests are free; admission is $10 for returning guests. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Friends of Branford’s Blackstone Library Annual Book Sale: Thursday, 5 to 7 p.m. for Friends members only; 7 to 9 p.m. open to the public; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Branford Train Station, 35 Maple St. Features more than 50,000 used books, children’s books, puzzles, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records. Sunday, $10 fill-a-bag; bags provided. Proceeds support library programs, materials and services. For info, contact 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or friends@blackstonelibrary.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Michael Langlois. Explores how the musicals 1776 and Hamilton interpret the story of America's founding. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. POW/MIA Day: 10 a.m. Congregational Church green, Route 80, Foxon Road, North Branford. Hosted by the North Branford Veterans Service Commission to remember those who did not return. For info, call 203-836-1027. Focus on Fall Opening Reception: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Spectrum Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook. Opening reception for the gallery’s annual fall exhibition featuring painting, mixed media, photography and sculpture inspired by the colors, textures and atmosphere of autumn. For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org. Military Whist Card Party: 7 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for light refreshments and raffles. Tickets: $15, must be purchased before the event. For info or tickets, call Jan Cattaruzza at 203-671-8223.

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Photo by Chris Reid

A performer appears in a rehearsal for ARTFARM’s ephemera, an immersive theater piece that will lead audiences through Indian Hill and Vine Street cemeteries in Middletown on Saturday, Sept. 19.

Theater Among the Headstones Press Release from ARTFARM

Tickets are now on sale for ARTFARM’s ephemera, an original immersive theater piece taking place at Indian Hill and Vine Street cemeteries in Middletown on Saturday, Sept. 19. There are three performances, all on Sept. 19, at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. Thirty tickets are available for each performance. Tickets are available on a sliding scale from $25 to $50.

ephemera is conceived and directed by ARTFARM Executive Artistic Director Marcella Trowbridge with the ARTFARM Ensemble. The piece features more than 20 actors, dancers, puppeteers, musicians, and circus performers. Audience members will be guided through the two historic cemeteries to experience a series of immersive performances, rituals, connections, and spectacle. The piece reflects on the question, “What is a life?” and how contemplating

impermanence can point toward living and loving well now. The performance is promenade-style and requires the audience to travel through the cemeteries. Attendees are advised to wear good walking shoes, bring water bottles, and dress for the weather. Parking will be available behind 192 Cross St. in Wesleyan Parking Lot R, directly across from the Cross Street Fire Station. Audience members will enter Indian Hill Cemetery on foot using the

Cemetery Road entrance from Cross Street. The work is made possible in part by the Connecticut Office of the Arts, the Middletown Commission on the Arts, and the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. For more information or tickets, visit art-farm.org. Questions may be directed to info@art-farm.org or 860-346-4390.

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FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Guilford Fair: 4 to 11 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln., Guilford. The annual Guilford Fair features agricultural exhibits, livestock, entertainment, food vendors, midway rides and live music. Admission required. For info or tickets, contact 203-453-3543 or info@guilfordfair.org, or visit guilfordfair.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 Boat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLAapproved boating safety course. Cost: $65 prepaid by Thursday before class; $70 day of class; $75 walk-in, space permitting. For info or to register, contact Mark Bennett at 860-304-2696 or m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net. Guilford Fair Parade: 10 a.m. Downtown Guilford. The annual Guilford Fair Parade, presented by the Guilford Fair Parade Committee, features the theme "Celebrating 250 Years of America." Open to individuals, clubs, businesses, schools and community groups from Guilford, Branford, North Branford, Madison and Clinton. Rain or shine. For info or to register, visit guilfordfairparade.com. STEAM Saturdays: Magnus Effect Cup Gliders: 10 a.m. Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave. For ages 5 to 12. Explore the science of aerodynamics by using everyday objects to create a glider that is part game, part toy and part physics experiment. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Block Party: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Features live music, food and beverage vendors, lawn games, and history- and naturethemed activities for all ages. Includes the museum's annual meeting. For info, contact 860-767-8269 or crm@ctrivermuseum.org, or visit ctrivermuseum.org. 1876 Star-Spangled Banner Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Deacon John Grave House, 581 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features Madison’s rare 38-star U.S. flag. Costumed docents will share the story behind the flag. Free. For info, visit deaconjohngrave.org. Oysters, Steel, and Stories: Noon to 4 p.m. Clinton Historical Society, 103 E. Main St. Features oyster farmers, shellfish and environmental organizations, traditional maritime crafts, blacksmithing, live maritime music, oyster stew and grilled oysters. Visitors can also tour the Old Brick and Buell Tool Museum. Admission: $18; children under 12 free. Admission includes four oysters, raw on the half shell or hot grilled. For info, visit clintoncthistory.org.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING Coffee and Cats: An Afternoon with Big Cats: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Greater New Haven Cat Project Center, 1874 Middletown Ave., Northford. Presented by Gail Cameron, DEEP master wildlife conservationist and member of the Connecticut Beardsley Zoo curatorial team. The program explores physical and behavioral traits among domestic cats and their wild relatives. Admission: $25. For info or tickets, visit gnhcp.org/coffeeandcats.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 22

The Morgan School Class of 1976 50th Reunion: 5 p.m. Clinton Country Club, 128 Old Post Rd. Features a reunion dinner for members of The Morgan School Class of 1976. Cost: $110 per person, includes hors d'oeuvres, dinner, dessert, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Cash bar, DJ, dancing, and raffle prizes. RSVP by Aug. 19. Payment due by Sept. 1. For info or reservations, contact Nancy Carr De Genaro at ndegenaro@comcast.net or Jackie Little Miller at jac9958@aol.com.

Pajama Storytime: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Children may wear pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal or blanket while Mrs. Fig shares stories with sound effects, movement, and puppets. Family members of all ages welcome. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000.

Open Dance Party: 7 to 10 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford. Karen Pfrommer teaches a group lesson from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments provided. Cost: $20. For info, contact 203-208-0017 or info@timetodanceballroom.com. Art of the Guitar: Billy Novick and Guy Van Duser: 8 to 10 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Features Billy Novick on clarinet and Guy Van Duser on fingerstyle guitar performing classic American jazz. Tickets: $35 in advance; $40 day of show. For info or tickets, visit acousticmusic.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Autumn Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features handmade goods from local artisans, including knitwear, seasonal décor, jewelry, candles and gifts. For info, call 860669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. New England Landscape and Bon Appétit Opening Reception: 2 to 4 p.m. Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Opening reception for the association’s concurrent New England Landscape and Bon Appétit exhibitions. Free. For info, call 860-434-7802, email info@lymeartassociation.org, or visit lymeartassociation.org.

MONDAY, SEPT. 21 Shakespeare’s World: Seeing the Plays through Elizabethan Eyes (Part III): 5 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Author and Producing Artistic Director Rebecca Goodheart discusses Shakespeare’s worldview and its influence on his plays. Presented by Elm Shakespeare. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-4881441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

What's in Your Cup? A Global History of Caffeinated Drinks: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Rebekah Pite, Ph.D. Explores the history of coffee, tea, chocolate, and yerba mate. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org.

LEGO STEM Club: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Participants use STEM principles to solve a problem, create a design, and test a project. This month’s project is an air-powered vehicle. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 23 Trip: Connecticut Audubon Center: 8:45 a.m. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a guided walk exploring migrating birds and wildlife at the Connecticut Audubon Center in Old Lyme. Cost: $21. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. The Atlantic Discussion Group: 10:30 a.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Monthly discussion of The Atlantic. Monthly issues are available to participants in digital and print formats while supplies last. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Imagination Station: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For grades K to 4. Open-ended crafting with Miss Lauren. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Family Paint Night: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Participants will create art and take part in conversation with YA librarian Brian Story. Families are welcome. Paint supplies and light refreshments provided. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. 250th Anniversary of American Beer: 6 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Illustrator, author and Advanced Cicerone Em Sauter presents an illustrated program on the role of beer and brewing in American history. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

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Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Blackstone Library

Tables filled with books await shoppers at a previous Friends of the Blackstone Library annual fall book sale. The 2026 sale will run Sept. 17 to 20 at the Branford Train Station.

Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Blackstone Library

hoppers browse beneath the tent during a previous Friends of the Blackstone Library annual fall book sale. This year’s sale will move from the Branford Green to the Branford Train Station, 35 Maple St., while the Main Street Revitalization project is underway.

Book Sale Rolls Into a New Location The Friends of the Blackstone Library have been working to make this year’s annual fall book sale as successful as those of years past. From Sept. 17 to 20, the fundraiser will be held at the Branford Train Station instead of the Branford Green. Due to the Main Street Revitalization project, all large-scale activities on the Green have been temporarily relocated for 2026. Friends President Barbara Barrett expressed gratitude for the collaboration with the Town of Branford and the State of Connecticut to secure this year’s location at 35 Maple St. “While we’ll miss the charm of the Green, this temporary location affords us a good alternative,” Barrett said.

She also expressed gratitude for the sponsors supporting the sale. “Walmart continues to be our title sponsor, offering both generous financial support and the dedication of Walmart associates who help set up the sale,” Barrett said. Other 2026 business sponsors are Ascend Bank/Branford Community Foundation, Adams Moving Company, Evergreen Woods, The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, DeCaprio & Associates, Tags on Main, Hallock’s Appliances, ABCO-The Paperman, Houlihan Lawrence, Van Wilgen’s, Anderson Krause, Joe’s Paint and Floor, Wells Thomas, Branford Building Supplies, NEBCO, Hornet’s Nest, and Tractor Supply. The Friends also receive support from individual sponsors.

Proceeds from the annual book sale fund the James Blackstone Memorial Library’s enrichment programs and materials. Despite the change in location, the sale’s mission remains the same: to promote literacy, celebrate reading, and support the community. The sale opens Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. for early admission for Friends members, followed by public hours from 7 to 9 p.m. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. A $10 fill-a-bag sale will be offered Sunday, with bags provided. Cash, cards, and Apple Pay will be accepted. For more information, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or email friends@blackstonelibrary.org.

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Teen Crafternoon: Journal Stickers: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Participants will design and make stickers for journals or planners. Registration requested. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Press Release from the Friends of the Blackstone Library

Access Health CT: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Trained enrollment specialists will answer questions about health and dental insurance options and assist with enrollment. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669- Diamond Art: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. 81, Killingworth. Children in grades 3 and up can create an animal-themed diamond art project using styluses Understanding Connecticut’s Adult Family Caregiver and gems. Registration required; supplies are limited and Program: 1 to 3 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 walk-ins cannot be accommodated. For info or to regisFoxon Rd., North Branford. Julie Cruz, RN, CSA, discusses ter, call 860-663-2000. Guilford Job Network: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Features Connecticut’s Adult Family Caregiver Program, including eligibility requirements, available services and resources guest speakers. Open to all job seekers. For info or to for family members caring for older adults and individureceive the Zoom meeting link, contact Russ Allen at als with disabilities. Registration is required. For info or to 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aol.com. register, call 203-315-6020 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org. See page 29 The 93rd Anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps: The History of Camp Roosevelt at Chatfield Hollow: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Author and retired teacher Marty Podskoch discusses Camp Roosevelt and the Civilian Conservation Corps projects at Chatfield Hollow and Hammonasset Beach. Copies of his books will be available for purchase. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000.

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Graphic Novel Explores the Amistad Rebellion Press Release from the New Haven Museum

Graphic artist and musician David Lester and historian Marcus Rediker will explore the creative process behind their newest collaboration, The Black Schooner: Rebellion on the Amistad, A Graphic Novel, during a special book launch at the New Haven Museum on Wednesday, Sept. 30. A reception begins at 5 p.m., followed by the program at 6 p.m. The program is free and is offered as a Connecticut Freedom Trail Month activity. Registration is required. The Black Schooner transports readers from the rebellion by 53 people from Sierra Leone aboard the Amistad in 1839 to the resulting trials in New Haven and an international victory for the abolitionist movement. Rediker will appear in person, while Lester will participate virtually, offering insights into the interpretation and behind-the-scenes decisions involved in telling the story in graphic-novel form. “I want readers of The Black Schooner to have a visceral experience of history that spills forth in the splatter of ink on the pages,” Lester says. The book’s bold black-and-white style reflects the emotional intensity of the history it depicts. “For me, the artwork must match the emotional depth of the history being depicted,” Lester says. “This aesthetic approach goes back to my own origins as a punk rock guitarist where the splintering sound of a distorted chord rings out with a kind of raw beauty.” Rediker, Distinguished Professor of Atlantic History at the University of Pittsburgh, has written extensively about the Amistad uprising. He is the author of The Amistad Rebellion: An Atlantic Odyssey of Slavery and Freedom and worked with filmmaker Tony Buba on the documentary Ghosts of Amistad: In the Footsteps of the Rebels. “The Amistad affair, as it has been called, is one of the most important historical events in the history of both the state of Connecticut and the American nation,” Rediker says. Having previously explored the history

Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum

A page from The Black Schooner depicts the Africans jailed in Westville in January 1841 as they discuss presenting a united legal defense. The graphic novel follows the rebellion aboard the Amistad and the trials that followed in New Haven.

The Black Schooner: Rebellion on the Amistad, A Graphic Novel, by David Lester and Marcus Rediker with Paul Buhle, tells the story of the 1839 Amistad rebellion and its aftermath through a bold visual narrative.

An illustration from The Black Schooner depicts the cramped conditions aboard the ship as the graphic novel recounts the rebellion by 53 people from Sierra Leone aboard the Amistad in 1839.

During the workshop, Rediker will discuss how he and Lester emphasized action, drama, and humanity in telling the story through both images and text. He will also explore ways educators can use historical sources, examine the larger forces shaping the story, and incorporate role-playing to help students understand its human dimensions. “Young people are very sophisticated when it comes to text and visuals,” Lester says. “The graphic novel or comics form has the ability to communicate in ways that traditional history books do not by removing barriers for potential readers who find history boring or intimidating.” The museum, in collaboration with the Anti-Racist Teaching & Learning Collective, also launched a book club in August for local middle and high school educators. Ten teachers of social studies, English lan-

guage arts, and theater discussed The Black Schooner, its potential classroom uses, and opportunities it presents for students. Signed copies of The Black Schooner: Rebellion on the Amistad, by Lester and Rediker and edited by Paul Buhle, will be available for purchase. The program is organized by the New Haven Museum, the Amistad Committee Inc., and the Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Resistance, and Abolition. The New Haven Museum is a Connecticut Freedom Trail site. The New Haven Museum is at 114 Whitney Ave., New Haven. For more information, visit newhavenmuseum.org or call 203-562-4183.

through a book and documentary, Rediker says the graphic novel offered an opportunity to reach a new audience. The Black Schooner centers the West African rebels as the primary actors in their own story of freedom while presenting their struggle to new readers through Lester’s artwork. At 4 p.m., before the public program, Rediker and Lester will hold a conversation with educators about using the graphic novel as an educational resource and teaching “history from below.” Educators are invited to attend and are encouraged to register in advance. “David and I foresaw an all-ages audience for the books, and we had a special concern for younger readers, who need to know that history has been made, and can still be made, by resistance from below,” Rediker says.

Christ Church Holds Annual Tag Sale

Artists Sought for Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo

Christ Episcopal Church, 11 Park St., Guilford, will hold its annual tag sale Saturday, Sept. 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale will feature furniture, clothing, artwork, decorative items, toys, household wares, jewelry, antiques, and more. Admission is free, and proceeds benefit Christ Church. An early sale preview and reception will be held Friday, Sept. 25, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes wine and cheese and three raffle tickets. The church is also accepting donations of gently used items from Sept. 13 through 22. For more information, call the church office at 203-453-2279.

Guilford Art Center is seeking artists and makers for Holiday Expo 2026, its annual holiday shopping event featuring original, handcrafted work. The eight-week shopping event runs Friday, Nov. 13 through Sunday, Jan. 10, 2027, and is open seven days a week. Submissions are accepted on an ongoing basis beginning Saturday, Aug. 1. Artists should submit three high-resolution images of their work, along with titles and brief descriptions, to ealbergo@guilfordartcenter.org. For more information, contact Elena Albergo at ealbergo@guilfordartcenter.org.

LIVING • GUILFORD COURIER • SEPTEMBER 3, 2026

Portraits Illuminate New London’s Whaling Era Press Release from the Lyman Allyn Art Museum

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum will open Isaac Sheffield: Portraits from New London’s Whaling Era, on view Saturday, Sept. 12 through Jan. 3, 2027. The exhibition, the first to focus on the work of regional artist Isaac Sheffield Jr., examines his portraits and portrait miniatures of the 1830s and 1840s, a time of growth, innovation, and change at the height of New London’s whaling era. Born in Guilford at the turn of the 19th century, Sheffield painted portraits and portrait miniatures until his death in 1845, documenting New London whaling captains and their families, along with other members of the community. His works feature local landscape and maritime views that offer clues to his sitters’ professions, education, accomplishments, values, and family connections. Portraits from New London’s Whaling Era, researched and curated by Dr. Tanya Pohrt, curator at the Lyman Allyn, brings together paintings from

regional public and private collections. The exhibition explores the long-overlooked artist’s contributions to regional art and history, as well as American portraiture more broadly. An opening reception will be held Friday, Sept. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. Museum members are admitted free, and admission for nonmembers is $10. To register, call 860-443-2545, ext. 2129, or email info@lymanallyn.org. The exhibition is made possible with support from an anonymous foundation; the Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, Bank of America, Trustee; and the Connecticut State Legislature, administered by the Department of Economic and Community Development’s Office of the Arts. The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is at 625 Williams St., New London. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. The museum is closed Mondays and major holidays. For more information, call 860-443-2545, ext. 2129, or visit lymanallyn.org. Photo courtesy of the Lyman Allyn Art Museum

Isaac Sheffield, Portrait of Capt. Benjamin R. Latham, oil on canvas, circa 1840. Museum purchase, 1964.246.

Continued from page 27 Opening Reception for the Elected Members Exhibition: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Features an exhibition of works by more than 30 artists. The exhibit runs through Nov. 12. Free and open to the public. For info, email casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org. Evening of Guitar at the Blackstone: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features performances, discussions and instruction exploring the connections between classical music and guitar. Led by local guitarist and teacher Neal Fitzpatrick. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Trusts: Everything You Wanted to Know but Didn’t Know to Ask: 6:30 p.m. Virtual. Estate planning and elder law attorney Erin Duques discusses trusts and whether a trust may be suitable as part of an estate plan. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Stony Creek Forum: Author Event: 7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Award-winning author Gish Jen discusses Bad Bad Girl. In person. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 25 Christ Episcopal Church Tag Sale Preview: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 11 Park St., Guilford. Early sale preview and reception for the church’s annual tag sale. Admission: $10, including wine and cheese and three raffle tickets. Sale features furniture, clothing, artwork, decorative items, toys, household wares, jewelry, antiques, and more. Proceeds benefit Christ Church. For info, call 203-453-2279. Bounding Beyond Boundaries: Building Community at Any Age: 6 p.m. The Congregational Church in Killingworth, 273 Rte. 81. Emma Dufresne of Women & Family Life Center presents a program exploring ways to build meaningful connections and community at every stage of life. Free. For info, call 860-663-1789, email office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit killingworthchurch.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 25 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 27 Friends of the Guilford Free Library 45th Annual Fall Book and Bake Sale: Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features used books, puzzles, paper ephemera, CDs, DVDs and vinyl. Bake sale Saturday while supplies last. Live entertainment includes The

Ukuladies Friday at 1 p.m., Mimi Dudley Saturday at 10 a.m. and The Skunk Misery Ramblers Saturday at 1 p.m. Sunday, everything is half price. Proceeds support the library. For info, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 26 Christ Episcopal Church Annual Tag Sale: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 11 Park St., Guilford. Furniture, clothing, artwork, decorative items, toys, household wares, jewelry, antiques, and more. Free admission. Proceeds benefit Christ Church. For info, call 203-4532279. Priscilla Otte Preserve Bioblitz: 9 a.m. Priscilla Otte Preserve, Guilford. iNaturalist Ambassador Abby Sesselberg and Guilford Land Conservation Trust Director Steve Mayo lead an approximately two-hour search for plants and animals. Suitable for families. Participants are encouraged to create an iNaturalist account and download the app beforehand. Meet at the parking area at 479-499 Saw Mill Hill Rd. For info, text 203-772-9842.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING

LEGO Fest, Lawn Concert Coming to Saint Ann’s Press Release from Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church

Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church in Old Lyme will host two community events Sunday, Sept. 26, beginning with its first LEGO Fest at 2 p.m., followed by Music on the Lawn at 4 p.m. LEGO Fest, created by Old Lyme resident Blake Lacey, will take place in the church’s Griswold Room. Guests of all ages are invited to bring and share their LEGO creations or build something new using LEGOs provided at the event. Refreshments will be served, and admission is free. At 4 p.m., activities move outdoors, weather permitting, for Music on the Lawn featuring singer-songwriter George Potts and multi-instrumentalist Gordon Titcomb performing contemporary folk and Americana. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic. Potts has performed throughout northwestern Connecticut for many years. He is a member of the acoustic quartet the Joint Chiefs, accompanies singer Wanda Hous-

Photo courtesy of Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church

Multi-instrumentalist Gordon Titcomb will join George Potts for Music on the Lawn at Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church in Old Lyme on Sunday, Sept. 26.

Continued from page 29 Pokémon Club: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. For ages 6 to 11. Participants can learn the card game, take part in a Pokémon activity and discuss Pokémon with other enthusiasts. Cards will be available for use. Children can bring their own cards to play and trade; parents or caregivers must remain in the library during the program. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 27 East River Preserve Trail Run: 8 a.m. East River Preserve, Guilford. Social-paced trail run through East River Preserve and Eastwoods led by Guilford Land Conservation Trust directors Bernadette Bober and Jodie Lang. Base loop is 4.5 miles, with additional distance available. Open to new and experienced trail runners. Meet at the large Sullivan Drive lot by the Stump Dump entrance. For info, text 203-508-2064. 26th Annual Lake Gaillard Walk: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Buses depart from Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Walk around Lake Gaillard, normally closed to the public, with seven-mile and shorter route options. Participants must begin the trail by 11 a.m. and exit by 1 p.m. Rain or shine. Advance registration: $10 for ages 11 and up; $5 for ages 3 to 10; free for children under 3. On-site registration: $15. Pay in advance by Venmo @NorthfordWomens-Club or by check payable to Northford-North Branford Women’s Club and mailed to Lake Gaillard Walk, P.O. Box 264, Northford, CT 06472. Hosted by the Northford-North Branford Women’s Club GFWC and Regional Water

Photo courtesy of Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church

Singer-songwriter George Potts will perform contemporary folk and Americana during Music on the Lawn at Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church in Old Lyme on Sunday, Sept. 26.

Authority. For info, contact the Northford-North Branford Women’s Club. For info, email northford.nbwomensclubgfwc@gmail.com.

ton on bass, and performs with Titcomb and Lenie Colacino in the trio R.A.M., also known as Random Access Memory. Potts’ solo CD, Ends and Odds, released in 2022, reached No. 17 on the FAI Folk Music charts. His instrumentals have twice received the Best Instrumental Award at the New England Songwriting Competition. Connecticut native Titcomb has worked as a studio musician for more than 35 years. Best known for pedal steel and mandolin, he also plays guitar, dobro, and five-string banjo. He has recorded or performed with artists including Paul Simon, Arlo Guthrie, Shawn Colvin, Peter Rowan, Travis Tritt, Dottie West, Hank Williams Jr., Rory Block, Eric Andersen, Roy Acuff, Jim Lauderdale, and others. Titcomb is also the author of The Last Train, a picture book illustrated by Connecticut artist Wendell Minor. Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church is at 82 Shore Road, Old Lyme. For more information, email office@saintannsoldlyme.org.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, Stamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and ConnectiYMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored cut-made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersby the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit market@guilfordfair.org nhps1914.com. Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Monthly Drawing Class: 1 to 3 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Road. Main St., Branford. Drawing class with Edith Reynolds. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy prodFee is $10. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branforucts, flowers, prepared foods, and locally made products darts.org. from Connecticut vendors. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com. Musical Arts Society Presents: Gilbert and Sullivan: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Old Saybrook Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Members of the Connecticut Gilbert and Sullivan Society Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. 210 Main perform music from Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas, St., Old Saybrook. Features Connecticut-grown and Conincluding selections from The Pirates of Penzance. Prenecticut-made products from local farmers, food producsented by the Musical Arts Society of Branford. Free. Reg- ers, and artisans. For info, visit the Old Saybrook Farmers istration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or Market on Facebook. visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Stony Creek Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Stony Creek. Features a weekly market with local produce, ONGOING EVENTS baked goods, seafood, meats, crafts, live music, and family activities. For info, call 203-988-9335 or email shreichert@gmail.com, or visit scfarmersmarket.org. Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketour website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is manager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleynoon, eight days prior to the publication date. farm.com.

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114 Highland Avenue: Hector M. Romero to Mr Property LLC, $38,000 on Aug. 14

941 Nut Plains Road: Noah and Amanda Meyer to Daniel and Licet M. Makofsky, $767,300 on Aug. 12

476 Summer Hill Road: John M. and Jacquelyn A. Waddock to Linda and Stephen Adam, $700,000 on Aug. 12

120 Highland Avenue: Divito Ft and Philomena Hottin to Jacqueline Diaz, $420,000 on Aug. 10

53 Orchard View Road: Elizabeth A. Bonaldo to Anthony and Mindy Parisi, $312,500 on Aug. 14

190 Wildcat Road: Joshua A. Schulman and Andrea Schreiber to Reid A. Meintzer, $1,260,444 on Aug. 10

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82 Pratt Road: Thomas P. and Denise L. Kelly to Shawn and Ashlee Grube, $850,000 on Aug. 12 15 Silverbrook Lane Unit 15: Gregory W. Wallen to Cynthia and David Whalen, $476,000 on Aug. 12

44 Maplevale Road: Albert and Florence G. Williamson to 44 Maplevale Road LLC, $102,543 on Aug. 13

14 Cow Pen Hill Drive: Estate of Paul J. Birkmeyer and Stephen 25 Palmetto Trail: Estate of James M. Clement and Julie Clement to Craig Birkmeyer to Kerry Santantonio, and Rebecca Kasper, $195,000 on Aug. 6 $733,500 on Aug. 12 25 Palmetto Trail: Julie Clement to Craig and Rebecca Kasper, $195,000 on Aug. 6

216 Reservoir Road: Kevin L. and 75 Palmetto Trail: Quang P. Van to Terracehi F. Shepard to Brendan Ford Juan Reveron, $235,000 on Aug. 10 and Neil Beaty, $450,000 on Aug. 11 River Street: Luis A. GuerreroUrgiles to Karina East O. Morocho and MADISON Wilmer V M. Sanchez, $510,000 on Aug. 11 64 Saint Andrew Avenue: Gregg M. Provitz to Jane T and Louis Pane, $275,000 on Aug. 7 330 Short Beach Road Unit G12: Estate of Cathryn Gianelli and Jan Juris to Diraci S. De Sousa, $154,900 on Aug. 7

16 Tidewater Lane Unit 40: Regina 396 Short Beach Road: 321 Moller to Jacquelyn and John Waddock, Shepard Avenue LLC to Trent G J. Valdez, $200,000 on Aug. 12 $1,475,000 on Aug. 11

EAST HAVEN 3 Carmen Street: Rjg Dev Corporation to Teofilo S. G. Zumba, $550,000 on Aug. 12 20 Crisci Place: Linda M. Simjian to Stephen Welinsky and Julia Riczu, $455,000 on Aug. 7 39 Forbes Place: Kristin O. Dugan to Harry G N. Diaz and Amitie N. Camilleri, $600,000 on Aug. 10 40 Griswold Street: Shawn and Ashlee Grube to Omar Hane, $510,000 on Aug. 10

76 Parker Hill Road: Carolyn M. Wrzosek to Aaron D. Redos and Diane L. Weber, $1,230,000 on Aug. 13

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136 Daniel Avenue: Lawrence East Dowler 2024 T and Lawrence E. Dowler to John E. Pokluda, $1,720,000 on Aug. 10 86 Davis Drive: Nancy Abbate to Lilian P. Prioreschi, $585,000 on Aug. 10

OLD SAYBROOK 4 Lakewood Circle: John Glowacz to Scott Magruder, $50,000 on Aug. 10 120 Sandy Point Road Unit 120: Steven A. and Lucille A. Ferrara to Mary Beth Buckwald, $615,000 on Aug. 11 41 Watrous Point Road: Katharine C. Constable and Paul F. Nugent to Allan H Schwartz Real Estate Trust and Allan H. Schwartz, $3,750,000 on Aug. 11

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21 Centre Village Drive Unit 21: Kathryn L. Hunter to Priscilla Scanlon, $700,000 on Aug. 13 170 Devonshire Lane: Michael P. and Sharon Knight to Lance and Annaliza Swallow, $1,150,000 on Aug. 12 86-A East Wharf Road: Walter M. and Debra Lodynsky to Gail L. and David M. Audibert, $1,615,000 on Aug. 13 137 Liberty Street: Kelly A. OConnor to Kerry M. and West Matthew Holmes, $2,200,000 on Aug. 10 21 Pierce Lane: John M. Massa to Michael T. and Mary J. Cole, $539,000 on Aug. 10 101 Sandelwood Drive: Paul E. Porter and Debra M. Carroll to Ian Tolis, $530,000 on Aug. 10

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67 Break Neck Hill Road: Kathleen L Gold T and Kathleen L. Gold to Cory G. and Elizabeth K. Merow, $755,000 on Aug. 11 Note: Real estate transactions are published using publicly available records and are matters of public record. Listings are not removed in response to general privacy requests. Removal will only be considered in cases involving a documented and credible personal safety concern. Requests may be submitted to zip06@shore publishing.com Copyright material of Banker and Tradesman / the Commercial Record and The Warren Group. For past transactions, visit zip06.com/ realestate.

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