At a special meeting held Aug. 18, the town approved the purchase of 24.5 acres of land at Tanner Marsh and Pine Grove roads, expanding the amount of preserved open space under town ownership to support public access, ecological health, and wildlife protection.
The properties acquired make up most of
what the Guilford Land Conservation Trust (GLCT) refers to as “East River Preserve –West Side.” The total purchase price was $2,450,000, offset by a $1,592,500 award through the state’s Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) Grant Program. The town’s share was $857,000.
First Selectman Matt Hoey described the acquisition as a “critical step in protecting the health of the East River and the surrounding ecosystem,” while enhancing public access to
more natural areas. “This parcel will not only benefit local wildlife but also provide residents and visitors with an opportunity to enjoy nature close to the heart of Guilford,” he said.
Under town ownership, East River Preserve – West Side adds to a growing network of protected land along the East River. Located roughly a mile from downtown, the
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Connecticut state Sen. Christine Cohen, D-12th District, works with her daughter Ryan to decorate a parking space for Cohen’s daughter Aislin, a senior at Guilford High School, on Aug. 27. The fundraiser, organized by Stephanie O’Sullivan, invited families to personalize senior parking spaces with messages serving as one last “lunchbox note” before the first day of school. About 60 families participated, raising nearly $1,000 for Project Graduation.
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Kali Penders: Helping Young Bodies and Futures Grow Stronger
Staff Writer By Aaron Rubin
There may be no more formative time in a person’s life than childhood—and a healthy, supported development is what every parent hopes for. Physical therapists and pediatric specialists like Kali Penders recognize that truth every day, finding deep purpose in helping young people navigate a wide range of physical and neurological challenges.
A licensed physical therapist for nearly 20 years, Kali has always been drawn to working with children. Her experience includes roles at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Yale Pediatrics, and in both schoolbased and private outpatient settings.
“I’ve really done the gamut of what you can do in the pediatric PT world,” Kali says. “I consider myself extremely lucky and grateful for all of those opportunities.”
Today, Kali owns Coastal Kids Physical Therapy, which she says
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is “the only mobile outpatient practice in the state of Connecticut that offers physical, occupational, and speech and language therapy in pediatrics.”
Her vision for the practice is rooted in accessibility—especially for shoreline families who may face financial barriers to care—and in restoring the kind of community connection she felt was often missing in traditional outpatient settings.
“There was a strong mission to be involved in the community and have more of that connection and a bigger picture of how to bring the tools that we have into the vision,” she says.
Kali believes home-based care often leads to better outcomes for both children and families.
“To be in the home with the
family, you get such a thorough assessment of where the concerns are literally happening,” she explains. “There’s only so much you can gather in a clinic. It’s profound in the way it helps get good objective information, and it allows for a plan with families who are really dedicated and accountable. The carryover is just astronomically different—and better.”
Through Coastal Kids, Kali provides services to school districts including Madison, Guilford, and Killingworth. Her work ranges from treating gait abnormalities in young children to supporting teens with genetic and neurological disorders. In those same schools, she also works closely with young athletes.
“There’s a very healthy push to assess where their body mechanics are and what areas they could improve,” she says.
“Both of my kids are heavily involved in sports, so it’s been a great passion to get into. You see
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Kali Penders runs Connecticut's only pediatric mobile outpatient physical/ occupational/speech therapy clinic and serves young people across the shoreline including the Guilford school district.
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Inspiring the Youth
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Wounded Warriors, and we give $100 a month to Tunnels to Towers.” - Bill
How fortunate we are to be in Guilford the year GreenStage Live Arts’ biennial festival comes to town. No need to go to the Kennedy Center, L.A., Venezuela, or New Hampshire. No need to hassle or budget for tickets—this is the occasion when the performers come to Guilford. It’s an opportunity for shoreline residents to share performances that engage and inspire us. Whether it’s the workshops with
Give the Sachem Her Due
The letter from Margaret Murray, Ph.D., published on Aug. 14 (”An Alternate Tribute”) raises many questions about the proposal to erect a statue of Shaumpishuh in Guilford. Her questions I would characterize as somewhat skeptical (which is fine with me). Some may be rhetorical. Some strike me as downright cynical, such as: “Will anyone advocating for or supporting this project receive any emolument from its fruition?”
Seriously? I mean, those are some fancy words, but are we really worried that there’s a secret cabal, with one or more members who are trying to foist upon us an unnecessary memorial for personal financial benefit? Geez! I’m happy to say that notion would have never occurred to me. If Dr. Murray truly desires answers, there may be more efficient ways to get them than just lobbing out her many questions in a letter to the . Whatever. Guilford Courier
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adults and children drumming, the parade of performers and participants on the Green, dancing in the tent or learning to tango, it is a weekend of memorable experiences.
Accolades to Peter Hawes for his vision and organization, and thank you to everyone who contributed to creating and supporting this wonderful weekend.
Alida and Michael Frey Guilford
I am neither a Ph.D. nor a historian. I have done no research on Dr. Murray’s many questions, but I would propose an alternative to her “alternate tribute.” Why do we need an “alternate”? Why can’t we do both? I am fully on board with all of Dr. Murray’s suggested commemorative activities, which would indeed be quite fitting and proper ways for Guilford to, as she says, “continue to nourish the town that Shaumpishuh gave us.”
But if the person who gave us the town doesn’t merit a simple statue, then something feels amiss. Unless, of course, Dr. Murray has some evidence that someone (say, Shaumpishuh’s descendants?) might just be trying to cash in on the whole transaction? If so, produce it, please. If not, give the sachem her due.
Greg Kinsella Guilford
Bishop's Orchards continues its annual Fall Festival through Sunday, Nov. 2, featuring apple picking, corn maze, activity area, wagon rides, cider, and more. The festival takes place at Bishop’s Orchards in the big red barn, 480 New England Road, Guilford, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit bishopsorchards.com.
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Carol Granata
Guilford
Carol L. Granata, born on June 25, 1944, in New Haven, passed away in her home in North Guilford on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Carol, affectionately known as “Nana” by her children, four grandchildren and four greatgranddaughters, would often be found at her sewing machine making countless quilts and table runners, or burping cloths and blankets for her “babies,” her dog, Lola, by her side. Along with quilting, crocheting and sewing, Carol loved to garden, go camping and cook for her family. A lover of holidays, Carol would prepare for supper well in advance, taking head counts
and sharing pictures of finished desserts with her children and grandchildren. She was happiest when her table was filled with food being enjoyed by her family.
Carol is predeceased by her husband, David S. Granata Sr.; her son, Christopher Granata; her parents; and her four older sisters: Jean Ciaba, Marilyn Donlan, Lois Cestar and Rose Marie Connors. She leaves behind her three sons, David S. Granata Jr. of Branford, Mark Granata of Clinton and Louis Granata of Guilford; her four grandchildren; and four great-granddaughters, all of whom she loved dearly.
A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St., Guilford.
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Carmen John DeFilippo
Guilford
Carmen John DeFilippo, 95, of Guilford passed away on Aug. 16, 2025. He was born on June 2, 1930, in New Haven. He was a Korean War veteran, which he so proudly spoke of often. He was a devoted husband for 71 years to Nancy and a loving father to Denise (Jim) Rast. He was predeceased by Nanette (Nick) Iovanne, and John (Pam) and Sheryl.
He was hard-working and dedicated. He spent 75 years owning and working as a general contractor for Glendale Construction Company, where he was known for his hard work, dedication and high-quality work that he was very proud of. Despite his many responsibilities, he always made time for his family and his passions.
His passions were his wife, whom he loved and adored, his children and grandchildren. He was a man of many things, but above all he was very gener-
ous, and he left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
His hobbies and interests helped define who he was. He enjoyed his gardens, for which he was so proud. His days of farming, which he spoke of so often. His love for golf, of which he was so proud, as he was such an avid golfer. His dedication to perfection is what made us so proud of him.
He is survived by his grandchildren: Brittany, Jocelyn, Jessica, Katrina, Melanie, Bobbi, Natasha, Karen and Michelle; as well as two great-grandchildren, Saul and Juniper; and his daughter Linda Crandall from a previous marriage; as well as his many friends and relatives.
We will find comfort in knowing that his legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared and the memories we will cherish forever.
A memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, at St. George Church in Guilford. The services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Connecticut Hospice, Branford, CT, who took such great care of him.
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Kali Penders: Helping Young Bodies and Futures Grow Stronger
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their futures—it’s their mental health, it’s the life skills they’re getting out of athletics that are so important. And all it takes is one time.”
Outside of clinical work, Kali helps make community spaces more inclusive. In her hometown of Madison, she was part of a group of parents who raised more than $18,000 to install mobile matting at the Surf Club, making the playground accessible to chil-
dren who use wheelchairs or experience mobility challenges.
From toddlers to teenagers, Kali finds working with youth deeply fulfilling.
“It’s incredibly rewarding watching a child and a family support them in a way that makes such a big difference in their future and their life,” she says.
“Those changes are huge. This practice has allowed me to connect with so many people in Madison, Guilford, and the surrounding communities.”
The Guilford Fair Parade Committee announces that the parade takes place on Saturday, Sept. 20, stepping off at the corner of Whitfield and Water streets at 10 a.m. The event features floats, school bands, fife and drum corps, tractors, and marchers from local organizations. From the corner of Whitfield and Water streets, the parade continues around the Green, then proceeds east on Boston Street to the corner of South Union Street. The theme of the 2025 parade is “Experiencing the Sounds of Guilford.” The grand marshal is Raymond (Ray) Murphy, an employee of Page Hardware & Appliance since 1985. For more information, email guilfordfairparade1@gmail.com or visit guilfordfairparade.com.
Congratulations to the Beacon Awards Class of 2025
Managing Editor By Laura Robida
Each year as nominations open for the annual Beacon Awards, we are reminded just how many incredible people call our shoreline towns home. The words you use to describe your nominees — selfless, caring, compassionate, generous, passionate — are the qualities that define what it means to be a true neighbor. The 2025 nominees more than lived up to that tradition.
The Beacon Awards were created in 2013 to shine a spotlight on the people in our communities who quietly give so much of themselves for the benefit of others. Since then, the program has honored 165 extraordinary individuals. Each year, the task of selecting just 15 winners from such a worthy group grows harder, and this year was no exception.
Now in its 13th year, the Beacon Awards continue to celebrate those who embody the very best of our shoreline communities. Past honorees have stepped up in ways big and small to make our towns stronger, safer, and more compassionate. This year’s winners carry that legacy forward with the same
spirit of generosity and service.
We are proud to introduce the 2025 Beacon Award winners: Bill Stableford, Christina Zarotney, Cinzia Lettieri, Doreen Shirley, Jaye Carlson, Jim Lockhart, Laura Francis, Lorena Venegas, Maureen Westbrook, Michael Lawton, Michael Rafferty, Patrick Bryan, Peggy Adler, Tim Gannon, and Vincent Giordano.
These 15 honorees will be celebrated at the Beacon Awards gala on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at WoodWinds in Branford. Tickets are on sale now at www.beaconawards ct.com/tickets. We invite you to join us for an evening of inspiration as we honor their dedication to our shoreline.
We also extend our gratitude to everyone who submitted nominations this year. Your stories continue to illuminate the kindness, compassion, and generosity that make our shoreline communities truly special. Thank you as well to our sponsors, past winners, and nominees — the Beacon Awards are a success because of you.
Congratulations to the Beacon Awards Class of 2025!
Anita Graef, Cello & Chelsea Wang, Piano
American cellist Anita Graef has established a reputation as an artist who is equally at home exploring traditional as well as contemporary works. Notable appearances include Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall and the Library of Congress. Recent seasons have seen concerto debuts with the Louisville Orchestra and the Arkansas Philharmonic.
Pianist Chelsea Wang has appeared as a soloist and chamber musician throughout North America in venues including Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center. She has also performed extensively in Europe and Asia, appearing at the Konzerthaus Berlin, Chamber Hall of Warsaw Philharmonic, Seoul Arts Center and the Taipei National Concert Hall.
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Out of This World Kittens
Story by Carol Andrecs
Experience celestial bliss with this litter of 6 identical gray babies. Luna, Cosmo, Leo, Nova, Lyra and Phoebe are little sweethearts who are ready for new adventures in homes of their own. They are are super friendly, playful and affectionate. After exerting a lot of energy chasing each other and playing with toys, they love to cuddle up in a pile for a quick nap. These heavenly kittens are guaranteed to fill your life with unconditional love and endless entertainment. For an appointment to meet these precious nuggets, apply online at www.forgottenfelinesct.org.
Forgotten Felines holds an Open House every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary.
Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedicated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facility clean and organized. If you can donate your time, it will be very rewarding and much appreciated. Call the volunteer line at 860-669-1347 or send an email to volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org.
Town Adds 24.5 Acres to Protected Land Network
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parcel lies across the river from the East River Preserve and borders Eastwood Preserve. It also sits upstream and west of the Guilford Salt Meadows Audubon Sanctuary, and farther north of the East River Marsh Wildlife Management Area.
The new acquisition highlights “the importance of protecting corridors along waterways and connected conservation properties,” according to GLCT Secretary Sarah Williams.
GLCT President Janet Ainsworth echoed that view, telling the Courier the nonprofit “recognizes the ecological importance of further protection” in the East River watershed. The newly protected parcel includes tidal and inland wetlands, a hayfield, and a mature upland oak and hickory forest.
According to the town, the purchase will help “protect imperiled flora and fauna” and “improve the health of the East River and surrounding marshes.” It will also create opportunities for new hiking trails, scenic views of the river, and expanded recreational activities such as kayaking and fishing.
Guilford Wetlands Administrator Kevin Magee noted that expanded public use and preservation can complement environmental stewardship. “This helps maintain the quality of the river by reducing the impacts of intense development along its fragile river frontage,” he said.
In addition to ecological and recreational value, the parcel also holds historical significance. It includes the Smallpox Burial Ground, which is overseen by the Madison Historical Society.
At the state level, the purchase aligns with the goals of the Governor’s Office and the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, which recently committed $14.3 million toward preserving more than 2,270 acres of open space across Connecticut. Those efforts are supported in part by OSWA grants to municipalities like Guilford.
With this purchase, Guilford moves closer to having one-quarter of its land designated as open space. According to the town’s website, Connecticut has now preserved more than three-quarters of its goal to set aside 21 percent of its land base for conservation.
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Hyland House Hosts Quilt History Talk and Assessment
By Aaron Rubin
Staff Writer
On Sept. 13, the Hyland House Museum in Guilford will host an event celebrating its unique collection of historic quilts, featuring a presentation by quilt expert Pam Weeks. Her lecture, titled “New England Quilts and the Stories They Tell,” will explore quilting traditions from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Weeks says the presentation begins with “Textiles 101,” a primer on how quilting materials were developed in Colonial America. She will discuss how natural fibers were grown, harvested, prepared for weaving, and processed—offering both a local history and a broader view of early industrialization.
“People don’t know they’re really getting a lecture about the Industrial Revolution in New England,” she says. “Then I turn it into quilt history. But every quilt I hold up has either an Industrial Revolution connection or a historical happening.”
Weeks will guide attendees through the quilt’s role in home production and water-
powered industry, and its connection to the region’s economic transformation.
“By the 1830s, New England mills were pumping out millions of yards of printed calico, and quilting explodes,” she says.
She emphasizes that quilts are not only craftwork but also artistic reflections of political and social movements. Quilts on display will include examples that comment on the Industrial Revolution, women’s labor during the Civil War, and the movement to abolish slavery. The tradition of using quilts as a form of protest continues today, Weeks notes.
“The one that pops into mind immediately is thousands of quilters made ‘I can’t breathe’ quilts after George Floyd was murdered,” she says. “I end by saying that quilting is the second most popular hobby. There are 24 million of us. It’s an $8 billion business in this country.”
From an educational perspective, Weeks believes quilting can be especially engaging for children.
“When you don’t educate kids in arts and crafts, you’re robbing them of their
second brain. You’re robbing them of the right to make,” she says.
Weeks adds that the lecture is ideal for anyone interested in material culture, where art and history intersect.
“You learn history through the stuff you love,” she says.
Hyland House President Teresa Buchanan says Weeks’ visit will highlight domestic history in Guilford and the stories behind both the museum’s quilts and those brought by attendees.
“We are excited to invite Pam to Guilford to discuss New England quilts and to shed a little light on our own quilts, as well as quilts that guests can bring in for assessment,” Buchanan says.
The lecture begins at 11 a.m., following a light lunch. Attendees are invited to bring their own quilts for an “Antique Quilt Assessment” by Weeks and will also receive a tour of the Hyland House. For more information, visit www.hyland house.org.
The Guilford Art League (GAL) welcomes exhibiting artists for its 77th annual juried exhibit and sale to be held at Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, from Monday, Sept. 8 through Saturday, Sept. 27. The show is open to Connecticut artists working in all media including oils, watercolor, pastels, acrylics, sculpture, collage, mixed media, printmaking, and photography. It will be juried by Laura Leonard, curator at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford. Several monetary prizes and notable awards will be announced at the opening reception on Friday, Sept. 12, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Artists are invited to enter up to two pieces of art. Entry fees for GAL members are $20 for one entry or $30 for two; for non-members, the fees are $30 for one entry or $40 for two. Entries must be delivered to the gallery at the Guilford Art Center on Saturday, Sept. 6, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Accepted works will be posted on the GAL website by Sept. 8. To download entry forms or the prospectus, visit guilfordartleague.org For more information, call co-chairs Brooke Sheldon at 203-745-7803 or Sheila Kaczmarek at 203-645-8827.
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Chowder Challenge Returns to Guilford!
Join us on the Guilford Green on Saturday, Sept. 28, for the Chowder Challenge and Artisan Marketplace. The Chowder Challenge is a beloved event where restaurants and commercial kitchens provide samples of their chowder to ticketed guests, who vote on who wins the 2025 Best Chowder on the Shoreline! During the day, we will have a wonderful marketplace of artists, businesses, and more.
Take Two and Call Me in the Morning will be playing on the Green from noon to 3 p.m. The Chowder Challenge will be going on from noon to 3 p.m. at restaurants and retail stores. Tickets and voting will take place at Registration on the Green near the Artisan Marketplace.
Thank You, Dockside, for Hosting the Shoreline Chamber’s Summer Night Bash!
A night of summer fun was held at Dockside Seafood & Grill in Branford. This event allowed for a relaxed atmosphere perfect for mingling with local business professionals, Chamber members, and community leaders.
It was such an incredible evening with wonderful food and a special treat from Sweet Creations! We also enjoyed some delicious margaritas made for us by Canción Tequila. We rounded out the night with incredible music by Bryan Titus, thanks to Directline Media.
Member Ribbon Cuttings, Milestones and Celebratory Events
Congratulations to Stefanie and Carlos Dominguez, owners of MexItalē Kitchen in Guilford!
The Shoreline Chamber proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of their new venture alongside their amazing team—and a surprise visit from Sharpy the Donkey from Guilford’s Tripledale Farm.
Congratulations to Tara Beatty and Keri Climie, co-founders of Sound Life Connections, and all the young people working there on the opening of their new venture, The Wave!
The Shoreline Chamber proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of this new gelato café alongside the amazing Wave team and their families. The new shop is an incredible addition to our town that offers vocational training and job opportunities to young adults with disabilities.
We were also joined in the celebration by Chamber members Jared and Robert Marcarelli from Pi Restaurant Consulting, who provided guidance to The Wave.
Congratulations to the Town of Guilford on the opening of the new Jacobs Beach playground!
The Shoreline Chamber proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of Guilford Parks and Recreation’s new playground at Jacobs Beach. The playground’s theme of “Adventure Awaits” is incredibly fitting and comes to life as you see kids of all ages enjoying the new structures and using their imaginations to create entirely new worlds as they play. Thank you to the many donors who made this possible!
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Congratulations to Matt Koles on the opening of his fine menswear store, SuitSelf, located in the Strawberry Hill Shopping Center!
The Shoreline Chamber proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of his store alongside Matt’s amazing family and friends. This new store is a wonderful addition to Guilford, and we are so excited for the Shoreline to have a new elegant clothing store where people can buy beautifully made, high-quality suits. We were also joined by the owner of SuitSelf’s neighbor, Puff City, Arif Yilmaz. It is great to see our local businesses supporting one another and celebrating each other’s growth!
Shoreline Chamber Celebrates J.J. Sullivan’s 100 Years in Guilford!
At their customer celebration, the Chamber honored the passion, consistency, and shared dedication that have defined J.J. Sullivan’s success over the last century.
President Jim Sullivan and Vice President JP Sullivan shared this special milestone with their dedicated staff, supportive families, and, of course, their customers.
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Braves Crowned Tournament Champions in Deep River Horseshoe League
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Following the completion of the regular season, the top eight teams compete in a single elimination playoff to determine the Deep River Horseshoe League’s tournament champion. The weather was perfect with cool temperatures and low humidity, all courtesy of Hurricane Erin’s path which brought in the cooler temperatures down from the north.
Round One was the quarterfinals, which was a Best of Five series and took place on Aug. 18. No. 1 Cards (Kris Toohey, Gary Stevens, Tanner Steeves) faced No. 8 Cubs (Cody Layton, Warren Bellows, Paul Chrystal). The teams last met in the season’s final game. The Cards won that match 4-2.
In game one, Toohey had his usual start - 10 ringers in the first 11 boxes, finishing with a 35point game to outscore the Cubs. However, the game came down to the last box. Layton started the with a double, and the Cards both opened. Chrystal tossed the final shoes, and with his two points plus the handicap, the game ended in a tie. In game two, Layton and Toohey both had three doubles, and Toohey edged Layton 38-37. The Cards overcame the handicap to gain a two-point win. Stevens scored 24 points in the third game to match the Cubs’ team score, and the Cards earned their second win. Toohey closed out game three with backto-back doubles for their third win to advance them to the semifinals.
No. 2 Braves (Frank Rausch, Peter Furmonavicius, Joe Machado) took on No. 7 Rangers (Joe Heery, Hunter Beckwith, Andy Konefal). When they met in Week 11, the Rangers won 3.5-2.5 in one of the Braves’ lowest scoring matches of the season. Rausch started game one in the same manner as Toohey, with 11 ringers on his way to a 36point game, while the Rangers only had four. Rausch’s four dou-
bles were the key to a double-digit win in game two. Down 2-0, each successive game would be a must win if the Rangers were to advance. In game three, Beckwith’s ringer in the last box sealed the win. Midway in game four, the Rangers outscored the Braves 19-13 to take a five-point lead and managed to hold to tie the match 2-2. Going into game five, it was win or go home for both teams. The Rangers needed to take advantage of the 10 points of handicap, while the Braves had to overcome it. Going into the last box, the Rangers were within one point (with the handicap) of a tie. However, the Braves outscored the Rangers 6-2 for the win, and they advanced to the semifinals. No. 3 Yankees (Todd Nuhn, Matt Valentin, Paul Stevens) took on No. 6 Marlins (John Hutra, Dennis Allen, Mike Beckwith) in the quarterfinals. The Marlins were without the league’s second leading “B” division scorer when they played each other in Week 13. Pudge Goodrich was his substitute, and the Marlins went on to win 4-2.
Game one was a scratch match. Stevens struggled to get on track, and the Marlins jumped to a 15-point lead after seven boxes on their way to an easy win. The Yankees took full advantage of the eight handicap points early in game two, but doubles by Allen and Hutra in the eighth box gave the Marlins a three-point lead. The teams exchanged leads going into the last box, and the Marlins outscored the Yankees 5-2 for the win. Stevens just could not find the stake, and Valentin gave it a valiant effort, but for naught, as the Marlins won 3-0 and moved to the semifinals.
No. 4 Red Sox (Bill Beckwith, Anthony Malerba, Gerry Hines) went up against No. 5 Pirates (Skip Robinson, Bob Beckwith, Anthony Conkling). When they played each other in Week 10, both teams scored over 300 points. Brother Bill Beckwith edged Bob Beckwith 125-118 in the Red Sox’s 4-2 win.
Gerry Hines’ five straight ringers in game one gave the Red Sox an eight-point lead, which the
Pirates were unable to overcome. Bob edged Bill in game two 30-27 on the Pirates’ way to a doubledigit win. Malerba’s season best 32 points in game three gave the teams a tie. The Pirates held the lead for the first seven boxes in game four, when Bill Beckwith tossed three straight fours to give the Red Sox the lead and the win. With no handicap involved, game five was the “must win” game for both teams. Bill’s two doubles in the first five boxes built the Red Sox’s lead to 10 points, which they maintained to the completion of the match. The Red Sox advanced to the semifinals.
Round Two, the semifinals, took place on Aug. 21 as a Best of Five series. After perfect temperatures in the 70s for the quarterfinals, the semifinals felt like the first day of fall. With temperatures in the 60s and blustery breezes with temperatures, most players and fans had abandoned their shorts and T-shirts for long sleeves, pants, and light jackets.
No. 1 Cards (Toohey, Stevens, Steeves) took on No. 4 Red Sox (Bill Beckwith, Malerba, Hines).
The teams last met in Week 11 with the Cards winning 4-2, and they had Mark Goodale substituting for Toohey.
Toohey started with 10 ringers, including three doubles in the first seven boxes on his way to a 45-point game. This gave the Cards a nine-point lead. After starting with three twos, Beckwith finally found the stake, and he had eight boxes in a row with ringers and had closed the scoring gap down to five points going into the last box. The Red Sox’s chance for the win passed them by when Beckwith opened in the last box. The Cards’ inability to score in the second game put them down 35 points after seven boxes. Toohey, uncharacteristically, had six open boxes and had only scored 10 points after 10 boxes. The Cards rebounded in game three, as they jumped out to a 12-point lead after two boxes. Stevens and Malerba matched scores, but Steeves edged Hines
24-22 for the Cards’ second win. In the first third of game four, the Red Sox built up an 11-point lead, but that quickly evaporated, as the Cards scored 29 points in the middle of the match to take a onepoint lead. l Beckwith tossed three doubles in a row, and Hines followed with a double to take a five-point lead and held onto it for the win. Going into the “do or die” game, Beckwith’s prediction of going to the championship saw the wind come out of their sails, as the Red Sox had only scored 16 points in the first six boxes. The Cards advanced to the championship match.
No. 2 Braves (Rausch, Furmonavicius, Machado) took on No. 6 Marlins in the semis (Hutra, Allen, Mike Beckwith). They last played each other in Week 10, and the teams split. As he did in Week 10, Rausch outscored the Marlins in game one. Rausch and Furmonavicius combined for 62 points in game two, as the Marlins were unable to take advantage of the handicap. Down 2-0, the Marlins were going to their top scorers in Allen and Beckwith to extend the match. Furmonavicius aided their cause by tossing six straight ones, and Allen and Beckwith eked out a four-point win. In game four, the Marlins were down eight after six boxes but managed to pull within three points going into the last box, when Rausch’s double, on his way to a 40-point game, sealed the victory and the match for the Braves.
The championship match was a Best of Seven series and took place on Aug. 24. The match was scheduled to start at noon, but members of the team were already practicing as early as 11 a.m. Perfect weather greeted the league’s top two teams - No. 1 Cards (Toohey, Stevens, Steeves) facing off against No. 2 Braves (Rausch, Furmonavicius, Machado). Between the two teams and the spectators, there
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Photo courtesy of Joe Heery
Pictured are the Deep River Horseshoe League Tournament Champions in Joe Machado, Peter Furmonavicius, and Frank Rausch.
Barker Inspiring Youth Across the Shoreline with Madison Hoop Dreams
By Maria Cipriano
Sports Reporter
For the past 32 years, Bill Barker has been involved in the Slamma Jamma basketball camps and Madison Hoop Dreams, which provides basketball training throughout the summer to young athletes across the shoreline.
On Sunday, Sept. 7, he will be recognized, along with many other coaches, at the Connecticut Sports Legacy Celebration Banquet at the Aqua Turf for the difference he’s made in the lives of so many athletes in the community.
Starting the Madison Hoops Dreams summer basketball camp in 2004, the inspiration came from Bill’s friends that were running Slamma Jamma Basketball.
“They had overnight camps on campus, and then they had these day camps, and they were 50/50, you know, and then it took them a couple of years, actually talked me into starting a camp, but once I did, I loved it,” says Bill. “The first year, I had one week, and I had 96, and nobody else around was having those kind of numbers. But I publicized an area of town, so we were ultimately, we’ve drawn from as many as 20 towns in the summer. That’s probably more like 15 on a regular basis in the summer.”
When there are holidays that kids have off from schools, Madison Hoop Dreams provides a day camp. In addition to this, Bill also started the School of Basketball that is three days a week, from kids entering third grade through ninth grade.
“We usually have that on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5 p.m to 6:15 p.m, or 6 p.m.
Schedules
Thursday, Sept. 4: at Rockville at 6 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 5: at North Haven at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 9: vs. Jonathan Law at 6 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 11: vs. Fairfield Prep at 6 p.m.
to 7:15 p.m., depending upon what the school would give me for courts,” says Bill. “That is exclusively for ball handling skills and shooting form. They are learning how to develop those skills because it is so important to being successful and enjoying basketball.”
Bill’s close friend, Richard Pagliuca, has seen the kind of impact Bill has made on the Connecticut shoreline’s youth, as he has put a lot of work into education, coaching, teaching, running camps, and donating hundreds of thousands of dollars to groups and organizations like Wounded Warriors and scholarships for many high school seniors to go to college.
“I have known Bill for over 40 years and have seen what he has done in the community. He is in two Hall of Fames (East Haven and Hand High Schools). He was a very successful high school basketball coach, winning many championships,” says Pagliuca.
“He has started and directed the largest basketball camp for boys and girls in the state of Connecticut for over 30 years.”
Bill developed a close friendship with Coach Jim Calhoun, who will be the guest keynote speaker at the legacy banquet. In their second year of camp, Bill and Jim had Ray Allen and Marcus Camby come to camp. Bill decided that he should take pictures of every game with these
Field Hockey
Saturday, Sept. 6: vs. Glastonbury at 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 9: at East Lyme at 6:30 p.m.
Girls’ Soccer
Friday, Sept. 5: at Wilbur Cross at 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 9: at Sacred Heart Academy at 4 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 11: at Lyman Hall at 3:45 p.m.
guys, which started the process of now having guest speakers that are nationally known.
Madison Hoop Dreams continued to find success over the years, and in 2007, it became a nonprofit organization from the idea of Bill’s daughter Tammy Boris.
“My daughter said to me, ‘There’s scholarships from soccer and football, but there is nothing for basketball’. That was one of the reasons we became a nonprofit. I also wanted to do something for St. Jude’s Hospital and Shriners,” says Bill. “Every month, we give 50 dollars to St. Jude’s and 50 dollars to Shriners. I am big on the military veterans, so we also give 50 dollars to Wounded Warriors, and we give 100 dollars a month to Tunnels to Towers.”
For the past 17 years, Madison Hoop Dreams has given over $60,000 in college scholarships and over $100,000 to various charities.
Bill was very flattered to hear the news that he was being honored, along with many other coaches in the state of Connecticut, for their accomplishments as basketball coaches.
For 18 years, Madison Hoops Dreams was having the camps at the Polson Middle School gym, but they have not been there in over 10 years.
“It has been difficult some years finding a gym. Polson was the best gym for us, but there was construction going on, forcing the gym to close. There were other times that there was a conflict with the recreation program. There were years that our numbers were low. Enrollment went from 480 to 240 in 2017,” says Bill. “I love the fact that we have
his face.
Girls’ Swimming and Diving
Monday, Sept. 8: at Hamden at 4 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 11: vs, Jonathan Law at 4 p.m.
Volleyball
Thursday, Sept. 4: at Daniel Hand at 6 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 8: vs. East Haven at 5:45 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 10: at Branford at 5:30 p.m.
Photo courtesy of Bill Barker
Bill Barker has made a major impact on the lives of many young athletes across the Connecticut shoreline with Madison Hoop Dreams.
September Brings Fantastic Fishing
The storms have passed. Any churning of the seas that agitated the bottom, kicking up foodstuffs and introducing oxygen as wave action grabbed more air from the surface, has subsided. This certainly had a positive effect on the bite and movement of fish, as well as a positive effect heading into September. For experienced anglers fishing Long Island Sound in the upcoming month, they are well aware that it offers a dynamic and productive transition from summer to the peak of the fall run.
Baitfish (like peanut bunker, bay anchovies, and silversides) school up to be aggressively foraged upon by predacious game fish such as striped bass, bluefish, and hardtail speedsters. This is the time when species such as these become more surface-oriented and offer sight fishers the opportunity to work their magic with topwater plugs and to cast their epoxie swimmers - as well as bonito and albie flies. Even though blackfish season closes in September, they also begin to show up in greater numbers on inshore structure, which bodes well for a great October.
Be prepared to experience striped bass feeding frenzies in preparation for their southerly fall migration. They will be gorging themselves as they crash on large schools of baitfish that will try, in vain, to escape the onslaught. It is the cooler nights and dropping water temperatures that primarily rejuvenate these fish, creating outstanding, unforgettable experiences. Diving gulls are a dead giveaway and the opportune time for topwater plugs or soft plastics during the day. After dark, switching to live eels, metal-lipped plugs, or floating swimmers are good tactics. Check out the boulder fields, rips,
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bays, and tidal inlets.
Bluefish are a whole different story. From cocktails to choppers, they will be chasing baitfish schools as striped bass lay back picking up the spoils. The action will be fast, fanatical, and merciless. Blues will readily take metal jigs, tins, and plugs as they decimate schools of finfish in the process. Wire or heavy monofilament leaders and heavier tackle will be necessary when encountering alligators, or the results of their surgical slashing ability will become evident. Bluefish move fast, work the rips, can work the surface or down deep, and are known to tear into chunks in a chum slick. They can also be in close to shore, working a trough or locking baitfish in a bay or tidal river.
Usually in mid-to-late September, all eyes are on the skies for gulls in hopes of spotting hardtails working the surface. They are extremely aggressive feeders pursuing rain baits and responding to speedy lures and flies ripped through the water. If one thinks they are reeling too fast, generally lead more and retrieve faster. Bonito and false albacore can be boat shy, so care should be taken upon approach. If they do sound, they will reappear soon but can be fished for in the meantime with a deep water jig. Light tackle and small lures are the way to go in order to offset their keen sight ability. Be stealthy to avoid spooking! Check out Albacore Alley, Fishers Island, The Race, and The Gut prior to them entering the Sound and its waters.
September is also known for bottom fishing for jumbo porgies
through September, using rigs baited primarily with squid and clams. Black sea bass, on the other hand, can be sporadic, but when targeted in deeper structure, they can be large. Jigging with or without squid can be very effective, especially when targeting larger fish.
By observing weather conditions, experienced fishers can use changing weather to their advantage. Shorter days and cooling water invigorates bait and gamefish, but storms and high winds can temporarily impact fishing. That being said, high concentrations of bait and a fall migration creates ideal conditions for visual blitz-style fishing, which is quickly identified by first having spotted diving birds. Storms aside, this fall can easily be one to remember!
On The Water
A warm front became warmer and more humid before a slow moving cold front temporarily stalled prior to moving east of the area. A weak secondary cold front pivoted through, maintaining unseasonably cooler air temperatures as high pressure gradually built. Another frontal system then approached, raising daytime temperatures from the mid-70s into the high 70s to the low 80s before tapering off. Skies were mixed with sun and clouds and a dash of rain along with a few passing thunderstorms. For the most part, Long Island Sound water temperatures dropped to the low 70s, and seas remained relatively calm to about a foot or two accompanied by variable south/southwest winds. As water temperatures waiver and slowly drop, little by little, the Sound is opening up to more fish. They are not quite in the blitzing mode yet, but they are prepping
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were about 30 people in attendance, including family, friends, and league members. Everyone was expecting some high scores and for it to go the full seven games to decide the winner.
When the two teams met in Week 14,, they were tied for first place. The Cards came within one point of a sweep, winning the match 5.5 -0.5, and they moved into
first place.
In game one, the handicap favored the Braves, and it started as expected, with Toohey and Rausch doing most of the scoring. Rausch had the edge over Toohey after six boxes (15-12). The Braves had slowly added to the lead, and Machado’s ringer in the 10th box gave them an 18point lead on their way to an easy win. In game two, the handicap favored the Cards. Toohey started with six straight ringers,
for it. Striped bass are more active. Between live eels, other natural baits, soft plastics, and hard lures, catches notched upward. More noticeable on the reefs, the tidal rivers are showing some improvement as wellalthough, some anglers have not found the zone. The Fall Run is coming. The fish have already sensed it. The anglers are chopping at the bit. And above all, conditions are lined up. Bluefish have already played their hand. Small blues were dominant in the Sound, but on either end of the Sound (especially the eastern end), larger choppers have shown their aggressive presence and soon will invade the Sound proper - similar to last year. It is a bold prediction, but nevertheless (weather aside), they will show up with a grand entrance and most likely tear it up for about a week and one-half. Until that happens, look for weakfish to mix it up.
Porgy catches have been impressive lately, nabbing bait and artificials as a mix of smaller fish join in on the action. Black sea bass have also been a focus of many anglers - although, their catches have varied. The better sea bass have come from deeper water following the fluke example. Summer flounder catches have been less predictable with fewer minis and doormats being caught locally. Nevertheless, a drift along known fluke avenues has proven worthwhile for some flukers when using large strip baits and scented teasers. It is prime time for nearshore shark fishing, and an assortment of other bottom fish including cownose stingrays, skate, striped sea robins, northern kingfish, toadfish, etc. Dogfish are still quite plentiful both near and offshore. Blue crabs eased a bit since
and after a couple of opens, Rausch followed with his string of six straight ringers, which tied the game going into the 10th box. The Braves outscored the Cards 9-8 over the last three boxes for a one-point win. Furmonavicius started game three with a double, and along with Machado, they both scored points in the first six boxes to give their team a nine-point lead that they would not relinquish for a 3-0 lead in the match. Once again, the handi-
the cool down, but satisfying numbers are still being caught. Clamming beds in the Guilford area continue to give up cherries and chowder bivalves (oysters, too) to happy clammers, using them in a variety of recipes or on the half.
Inland lakes and ponds are also getting ready to slip into a summer-to-fall transitionary mode. Meanwhile, largemouth bass, smallies, pickerel, northern pike, and a slew of panfish are being caught. Trout anglers have been working the rivers and streams with some good resultsmostly browns, rainbows, and native brookies. The cool down did prompt a rise in catches for fly and conventional fishers where acceptable water conditions prevailed.
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cap favored the Braves, and they took full advantage of it, while the Cards’ scoring woes continued. The Cards only managed 11 points in the second half of the game. The Braves won the match 4-0 and are the tournament champions.
Congratulations 2025 Deep River Horseshoe League Tournament Champion Braves - Frank Rausch, Peter Furmonavicius, and Joe Machado.
Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test!
Week’s Answers
Here’s How It Works:
Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
By Liz Egan
Back to School Bulletin Boards
Back to school is a time of energy, enthusiasm and anxiety. Teaching middle school art, I looked forward to fresh ideas, enhanced projects and joyful enthusiasm. But the start of the school year also brought the loss of summer freedoms, stressful demands on my time and the anxiety of trying to balance work and life while maintaining the healthy habits I had reinstalled over summer break.
For my students, back to school meant reconnecting with friends, routines and fun. For some, it stirred anxiety as their delicate, developing identities faced the fear of disapproval and the need to fit in. I was one of those students. Awkward, skinny, with buck teeth, I ached to belong and often found myself on the outskirts of the popular crowd. My epilepsy caused seizures on the playground, which sometimes ended my recess privileges—at least temporarily. The silver lining? I spent that time oneon-one with my teacher, doing small art projects and helping out where needed. In high school, a very special teacher, Mrs. Kelmenson, helped me direct my energy and cope with family and growing pains through art. When I chose to become a teacher, I wanted to be just like her. The best part of my job was being available to my students.
Decorating my classroom and the school building was one of my favorite things as a teacher. When I first started full-time, I had the exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new school building. Customizing my classroom was a delight. My husband, Paul, built a two-sided organizational storage unit as a Christmas gift for my first year in the room. One side, which faced my desk, had slots big enough to hold the 9-by-12-inch drawing papers I typically used, labeled for each class. The other side featured pullouts for every color of pencil, markers, different paper types and bottom shelves for art books. I had to leave it behind when I moved on because it was so large and heavy, but I hope it continues to benefit teachers for years to come.
That year, my principal was very open to my suggestions, including installing numerous bulletin boards in the hallways. Crafting those boards into a joyful, welcoming school environment became a year-round passion. Several years later, I wrote a grant for a giant, multi-paneled, fabric-coated wall board in the lobby. It created an amazing opportunity for large-scale seasonal landscapes and schoolwide drawing contests. One year, every bulletin board was used as part of a pre-show “museum tour” for the spring drama club production, set in a history museum.
Since I retired, I think the thing I miss most is bulletin boards. Last year, to soothe my back-to-school itch, I created my own 40-by-40-inch bulletin board from a painted substrate a friend gave me when she was downsizing. After purchasing some cork and Fadeless bulletin board paper, I designed a fall landscape, later modifying it for winter.
This summer, I bumped into a friend who teaches elementary school art. She asked if I’d be interested in helping with her classroom bulletin boards. I enthusiastically replied, “YES!”
A hand-decorated “Welcome” sign stretches above a laminated bulletin board backsplash in an elementary art classroom. The 10-foot board doubles as a space to display seasonal motifs and student work.
The author as a child, wearing medically prescribed sunglasses. Teased by classmates for her epilepsy symptoms and appearance, she found refuge and inspiration in art class.
Last week, I had the pleasure of working with her for a few days on 10- and 12-foot-long bulletin boards at the entrance to her classroom. Using supplies I had purchased the year before, we created a display titled “Paint Your Behavior FUN!” as a way to showcase the color wheel clocks that earned students a fun class or activity.
We placed the words above the display to leave more room for seasonal decorations and student work. The word “Paint” was crafted from paper towels dyed by students the previous year. The other bulletin board was above the sinks. Laminating the bottom with a 10-footlong green landscape profile gave her an easy-to-clean backsplash and a flexible space to create seasonal motifs and display student artwork. In my own decorations, I always thought big, and her classroom was no exception. I hand-drew and decorated, and she laminated, 22-inchhigh letters spelling “Welcome.” What a wonderful message she sends her students every day.
This past week, I took a short end-of-summer respite. Roku TV was streaming round-the-clock episodes of “Leave It to Beaver.” I hadn’t seen that show since childhood! Remembering how wonderful its messaging was, I decided to tune in. In one episode, Beaver finds a lost dog and becomes attached to it. To avoid returning it, he brings the dog to school. His teacher, Mrs. Cranfield, finds the dog and brings it to the principal. Beaver is hurt; he thought she was his friend. But after the dog is returned, he apologizes to her for not trusting her. She replies, “Sometimes we as teachers have to help you [students] take care of the small things, so you are better prepared to take care of the big things when they come up.”
Just like Mrs. Cranfield and the Beaver, teachers have a special way of getting to know their students. They see them every day. Like the children they teach, each teacher is a human being with a unique personality—with strengths and struggles—that shapes their behavior. As a child, I was mocked for my epilepsy. Other kids mimicked my symptoms and called me “Windshield Wipers.” I had to wear medically prescribed dark sunglasses long before they were fashionable. I longed to be like everyone else. I was punished at home for showing symptoms and for losing those sunglasses. The kindness of my teachers helped me feel special and nurtured my creativity.
I went to grammar school and high school a long time ago, and many things have changed. But as a teacher, I always tried to be available to students who, like me, struggled with the pains of growing up. I decorated my classroom for them, hoping to affirm who they were and help them find joy. They knew they were welcome and that the space was safe. Isn’t that what we all want? To be loved and accepted for who we are, not for who we’re supposed to be?
The routines of daily life give me stability. I’m now grateful for the chores my parents “made” me do—making my bed, helping with laundry, raking leaves, making sandwiches, baking, cooking, doing dishes, taking out the garbage. I didn’t receive rewards or allowances for these tasks; they were simply part of contributing to our home. They prepared me for independence and taught me responsibility. It took years to see how this structure, both at home and at school, helped me. Today, I trust the process of growing up. I believe my attitude can evolve through small actions over time. I am grateful for all I have and the hope that I will keep learning and growing. The best part of my job as a teacher was being available to my students. Now retired, the awkwardness of youth has been replaced with the wisdom of age. I am living my best life, being present with love—for myself and others.
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Photo courtesy of Liz Egan
Photo courtesy of Liz Egan
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THURSDAY, SEPT. 4
Author Event: Amy Bloom
I'll Be Right Here: A Novel
: 7 to 8 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library (WWML), 146 Thimble Island Rd. Branford. Book: . Includes a book reading, conversation, and Q&A. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-8702 or visit wwml.org/events.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 5
Music Together Demo Class
: Two sessions: 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. For babies, toddlers, and big kids, with their caregivers. For info or to register, call 203484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.
Opening Reception for
This Side of Paradise
: 4 to
7 p.m. Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison. The exhibit runs through March 2026. For info, call MHS at 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org.
The Creeker
: 6 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. For info or tickets, contact the Legacy Theatre at 203-315-1901 or Info@LegacyTheatreCT.org, or visit legacytheatrect.org.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 6
39th Dave Parcells Madison Triathlon
: 7 a.m. Madison Surf Club, Madison Surf Club, 87 Surf Club Rd. Features a half-mile swim (wet suits allowed), 13-mile bike, and three-mile run. Sponsored by Gaylord Specialty Healthcare. Hosted by the Madison Jaycees. No rain date. In case of inclement weather, the race director reserves the right to shorten the course, hold a duathlon, or do a 10K run. For race details, registration, fees, and other info, visit madisonjc.com.
Church Tag Sale
: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., Durham. Outdoor tables will have records, tapes, CDs, books, pictures and frames, baskets, electron-
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ics, sporting equipment, and miscellaneous tag sale items. Indoor tables will have clothing, toys, jewelry, china, linens, kitchen supplies, craft supplies, and more. Rain or shine. For info, contact 860-349-3058 or maryellend1947@comcast.net.
: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church,1680 Foxon Rd. Features crafts for home decor or gift-giving. Rain or shine. For info, email nobfdcong@sbcglobal.net.
Maple Tree Sculpture Unveiling
: 11 a.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Presented by chainsaw artist Jared Welcome. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.
Open House
: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. Features exhibits about the , the first ironclad ship commissioned by the U.S. Navy; paintings by Madison-born artists Gilbert Munger and Clarissa Munger Badger; and the exhibit, . Free admission but donations are welcome. For info, visit madisonhistory.org.
Tenements, Tuesdays, and Tony Winners
Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater
By Karen Isaacs
Columnist
Suspense,
Music
and Murder
Tuesdays with Morrie
USS Monitor For Medicinal Purposes Only : Madi-
son Lyric Stage’s final production of the season is , which runs from Friday, Sept. 19, to Sunday, Sept. 21. The show features operatic excerpts as well as one-act operas that explore the lives of different individuals occupying the same tenement over four decades. Included in the evening are by Gian Carlo Menotti and by Francis Poulenc and Jean Cocteau. Both are presented in English. For tickets, contact MadisonLyricStage.org.
Extended Run
Four Murders in Forty Years The Medium La Voix Humaine (The Human Voice) Noises Off
: Before it opens on Thursday, Sept. 17, the Legacy Theatre production of the farce has proven so popular with ticket buyers that
the show is now extended through Sunday, Oct. 12. James Roday Rodriguez ( and ) and Allison Miller ( ) will lead the cast. Tickets are available at LegacyTheatreCT.org.
season with Mitch Albom’s , also starring Christopher J. Domig. The show will run for just four performances, Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 4–6. It is the first of six productions during the Playhouse’s 2025–’26 season, which extends from September through July. Contact WestportPlayhouse.org for tickets.
Broadway Concert Series
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mother and her four sisters growing up during the Civil War, when her father was in the army. It runs from Friday, Sept. 19, to Sunday, Sept. 28. For tickets, contact CenterStageShelton.org.
NYC Notes
: Len Cariou (the original Sweeney Todd) helps kick off Westport Country Playhouse’s 2025–26 Psych A Million Little Things A Million Little Things
Continuing On Broadway Legend About Time
: , the Richard Maltby Jr. and David Shire revue that was recently at Goodspeed’s Terris Theatre, is moving on. Its next stop is a concert version at New York City’s 54 Below cabaret venue. It will play two performances on Nov. 7 and 8, featuring the Goodspeed cast.
: Donna McKechnie, the original Cassie in which just celebrated its 50th anniversary and is opening at Goodspeed, will be at the Legacy Theatre on Sunday, Sept. 7, as part of its Broadway concert series. She received a Tony for her performance and also gained critical raves for Company, Promises, Promises, and, more recently, in Follies, Mack and Mabel at Goodspeed, The Visit, and Wicked. Tickets are available at LegacyTheatreCT.org.
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A Chorus Line, Little Women
: Center Stage Theatre in Shelton will present the Broadway musical version of . It is based on the Louisa May Alcott novel, which was inspired by her family — her
The Queen of Versailles Gypsy
: Often, the stand-bys for well-known stars are established Broadway performers. Stand-bys (who are not the same as understudies) are contracted to be available, should the star not be able to perform. Sherie Rene Scott — with a long list of Broadway credits — will stand by for Kristin Chenoweth in , which opens this fall. She will also perform a schedule of selected dates. Recently, Montego Glover stood by for Audra McDonald in and filled in for some performances.
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, the League of Professional Theater Women, and the American Theatre Critics Association. Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident.
Craft Fair
Whitfield Museum Celebrates Cultural Diversity at 4th Annual WelcomeFest
The Henry Whitfield State Museum will host its fourth annual WelcomeFest on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, from noon to 4 p.m., with an afternoon of cultural celebration, live performances, community artmaking, and free admission to the museum. The family-friendly event is open to all and aims to build a welcoming community that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
A highlight of the day is UNITY, an interactive public art project located in front of the Whitfield House. The installation features a circle of poles, each labeled with a personal identifier such as “I am a parent,” “I have Asian ancestors,” or “I love winter.” Participants select yarn and wrap it around the poles they relate to, forming a colorful canopy of interconnectedness that honors individuality while illustrating shared humanity. UNITY will remain on display through the following week and the Guilford Fair.
Visitors can also enjoy free tours of the 1639 Whitfield House and explore the “History Beneath Our Feet” archaeology exhibit in the Visitor Center. Representatives from other local history museums—including Hyland House, Thomas Griswold House, Medad Stone Tavern Museum, and Dudley Farm Museum— will be on-site to share their efforts to foster inclusive storytelling and community engagement.
A craft station will invite attendees of all ages to paint kindness rocks, which they can keep, share, or leave in a public space to brighten someone’s day.
The cultures of Spain and Mexico will be spotlighted through two special performances. At 2:30 p.m., enjoy the music, song, and dance of Flamenco, featuring Val Ramos on guitar, vocalist Tere Luna, and dancer Yohanna Escamilla. Rooted in the Andalusian region of southern Spain, Flamenco has evolved into a vibrant fusion of musical traditions. At 3:15 p.m., Tere Luna and Val Ramos will return to the stage with a performance of traditional Mexican folk songs and dances, showcasing the country’s rich heritage of ritual, history, and storytelling.
“The Whitfield House was built in 1639 as both the home of Guilford’s first minister and a fort for the Puritan settlers who fled religious persecution in England,” said Museum Curator Michelle Parrish. “While the Puritans were refugees themselves, they were not known for welcoming those with different views. At the museum today, we’re committed to building a
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: Noon to 5 p.m.
Porches in downtown Guilford. Features live music with most performers who are also Guilford residents. All porches will be “donated” for the day by Guilford residents. Free and open to the public. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 7. For info, email guilfordporchfest@gmail.com or visit guilfordporchfest.com.
: 6 p.m.
Madison Surf Club, 87 Surf Club Rd. Features music, cash bar, food catered by Grand Apizza of Madison, and a 50-50 raffle. Hosted by Brendofest, which was founded in memory of Brendan Regan, a graduate of Daniel Hand High School who passed away from lymphoma. Open to the public. Admission: $25. Proceeds benefit the mission of Brendofest to provide scholarships and outreach to those in need. For info or tickets, visit Brendofest.com.
: 6 p.m. North Guilford Congregational Church (NGCC), 159 Ledge Hill Rd. Features dinner catered by Sanctuary Kitchen. Tickets: $50. Proceeds benefit the NGCC general fund. For info or tickets, email Theresa Borchetta at theresauccng@gmail.com.
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nation of neighbors. WelcomeFest is a free event open to everyone, where we learn about cultures different from our own, celebrate our similarities and differences, and foster mutual understanding and belonging.”
Admission to WelcomeFest, the Whitfield House, and exhibit galleries is free, and the event will be held rain or shine. For more information, call 203-453-2457, email whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum. The Henry Whitfield State Museum is located at 248 Old Whitfield St., Guilford, Connecticut.
$200 per player, includes green fees, golf cart, a gift bag, awards, lunch, and a buffet dinner. Sponsorship levels available. Proceeds benefit the Old Saybrook Rotary Club college scholarships and community service projects. For info, call Charlie Renshaw at 860-395-0482 or Marty Drobiarz at 860-391-3539, or visit osrotary.org/club-activities/golf-tournament.
Books on the Menu
: Noon. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. A talk with R.J. Julia President and COO Lori Fazio and Head Book Buyer Andrew Brennan on the best new books available. Tickets: $16, includes a sandwich and chips. Limited space. For info or tickets, call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 9
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2 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Ticket subscriptions are available. Service fees apply. For info or tickets, contact the Legacy Theatre at 203-315-1901 or Info@LegacyTheatreCT.org, or visit legacytheatrect.org.
: 4 to 9 p.m. Lighthouse Point Park, 2 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven. Hosted by the International Festival of Arts & Ideas in celebration of its 30th anniversary and in honor of its founders, Anne Tyler Calabresi and Roslyn Milstein Meyer. Features a cocktail reception, seated dinner and program, desserts, and dancing. Tickets start $125. For info or tickets, visit artidea.org/gala2025.
MONDAY, SEPT. 8
: 11 a.m. Fox Hopyard Golf Club, 1 Fox Hopyard Rd., East Haddam. Sponsored by the Old Saybrook Rotary Club. Registration begins at 11 a.m.; shotgun starts at 12:30 p.m. Rain or shine. Cost:
Adapt Divorce Workshop Opening Reception and Concert
: 6 to 8 p.m. Virtual event. Facilitated by attorney and relationship coach Thea Bourke Martin. Hosted by the Women & Family Life Center, 96 Fair St., Guilford. Free to residents of Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Durham, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, Middlefield, North Branford, North Haven, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. To access services at Women & Family Life Center, participants must complete an intake process with a referral navigator. For info or to register, contact 203-458-6699 or visit womenandfamilylife.org. : 9:30 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Music by the Haven String Quartet. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Free and open to the public. For info or to join SSILL, call 203453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
Prepping Cut Horticulture Specimens for Show
: Noon to 2 p.m. Jacobs Beach Pavilion, Seaside Ave., Guilford. Hosted by Leete’s Island Garden Club. Presented by Margaret Colby, Leete’s Island Garden Club design chair and National Garden Club flower show judge. Free. Limited to 30 participants. To register (required), email kayclaiborn@comcast.net. For info, call 203-453-0780.
Ice Cream Social: Make Your Own Sundae
: 6 to 8 p.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1382 Middletown Ave., Northford. Cost: $4. For info, contact 203-710-7005 or nanmonde@comcast.net.
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Press Release from the Whitfield House State Museum
Photo courtesy of Val Ramos Flamenco dancer Yohanna Escamilla performs with singer Tere Luna (left) and guitarist Val Ramos (right). The trio will present traditional Spanish flamenco music and dance during WelcomeFest at the Henry Whitfield State Museum in Guilford.
Photo courtesy of Val Ramos
Tere Luna will perform traditional Mexican folk songs and dances accompanied by guitarist Val Ramos during WelcomeFest at the Henry Whitfield State Museum on Sept. 14.
Guilford Porchfest 2025
Eighth Annual Music Festival
Middle Eastern Dinner: Benefit Event Under the Tent
Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel and Donna McKechnie
Pearl Gala
31st Annual Rotary Brent Taylor Golf Classic
Wildlife Conservation Program Comes to Henry Carter Hull Library
The Henry Carter Hull Library will host DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist Richard Taylor for a free, family-friendly program on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Titled Sharing the Land with Connecticut’s Wildlife, the program was developed by the DEEP Wildlife Division’s Master Wildlife Conservationist team and highlights the diverse wildlife found in the state. It covers a wide range of topics, including invertebrates, amphibians and reptiles, birds, mammals, invasive species, human-wildlife conflict, ecosystem services and the role of people in shaping local wildlife habitats. The program also includes an overview of DEEP Wildlife Division programs and the recreational and ecological benefits of wildlife conservation.
Richard Taylor is a retired human resources executive who worked for General Dynamics and Computer Sciences
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Nature Abstracted and Embellished
: 7 p.m. Hamden
The Wonders and Perils of Bird Migration
Senior Citizens Services Social Hall, 2901 Dixwell Ave. Features a presentation and demonstration by Rosemary Cotnoir, a Westbrook-based abstract landscape painter. Hosted by the Hamden Art League. For info, visit hamdenartleague.org. : 12:30 p.m. St. George’s Church Hall, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Presented by Craig Repasz, co-founder and chair of Lights Out Connecticut and president of the Friends of Stewart McKinney National Wildlife Refuge. Hosted by the Guilford Garden Club. Free and open to all. For info, email guilfordgardenclub06437@gmail.com or visit guilfordgardenclub.org.
Argue Less and Talk More with Communication
Expert Jefferson Fisher
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 10 The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More
: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: . Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.
Guilford Job Network Meet
: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Includes guest speakers. All job seekers welcome. For info or to register and receive the Zoom link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aolcom.
THURSDAY,
SEPT. 11
Optimizing Daily Function: Injury Prevention Through Movement, Awareness, and Adaptation
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10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Allison Zipser, an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist specializing in rehabilitating upper extremity injuries. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
Library Teen Advisory Board
: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Students in grades 7 to 12 can join the North Branford Public Libraries Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and earn community service hours for each meeting attended. For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.
Opening Reception for
BACA West Fall Exhibit
: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) West Gallery, 360 State St., New Haven. The exhibit runs through Wednesday, Dec. 31. For info, contact 203-4334071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org/events.
Ancestry and Identity
: 6 to 8 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. First in a three-part series, Introduction to DNA Ancestry Testing, through Thursday, Sept. 25. Presented by Personal Genetics Education & Dialogue, For info or to register (required), call 203-4840469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.
Corporation. He previously served as a chief learning officer, a member of the Federal Committee on Apprenticeship and the Rhode Island Vocational Council. He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and history from Southern Connecticut State University, an MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and an executive leadership certification from Cornell University.
A lifelong enthusiast of wildlife and fisheries, Taylor completed Connecticut’s Master Wildlife Conservationist program after his retirement. He now volunteers with libraries and nonprofit organizations to share his passion for wildlife education and conservation.
The event will be held at Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Admission is free and open to all ages; registration is recommended. For more information or to register, visit events.hchlibrary.org/event/hold-wildlifeevent-40333 or call (860) 669-2342.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 12
Guilford Art League 77th Annual Juried Exhibit and Sale
: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Includes the presentation of monetary prizes and awards. The exhibit runs through Saturday, Oct. 1. For info, visit guilfordartleague.org.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 14
: Friday, noon to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. Northford Community Church, 4 Old Post Rd. Features live music, flowers and pumpkins sale, food trucks, vendors, and more. For info, visit northfordcongregational.church or facebook.com/NorthfordCommunity Church.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 13
Opening Reception for the Community Fall Festival and Flower Sale Buggy and Wagon Display
: 11 a.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features 19-century horsedrawn buggies and wagons displayed on the farm grounds. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.
2025 Connecticut Cleanup: Madison
: 10 a.m. to noon. Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison. All cleanup materials will be provided. Sponsored by Save the Sound. For info or to sign up, email apaltauf@savethesound.org or visit savethesound.org/take-action.
Press Release from the Henry Carter Hull Library
Photo courtesy of the Henry Carter Hull Library
A killdeer, one of many species found in Connecticut, will be among the wildlife discussed during a presentation by DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist Richard Taylor at the Henry Carter Hull Library on Sept. 25.
‘Emerging Autumn’ Exhibit
Opens Sept. 19 at Spectrum Art Gallery
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store in Centerbrook will present Emerging Autumn, a seven-week exhibit celebrating the rich colors and textures of fall as the gallery transitions from summer into a new season. The show features new wall art, mixed media, sculpture and other unexpected creations by both emerging and established artists.
The public is invited to an opening reception on Friday, Sept. 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Guests
will enjoy fine art, crafts, wine and refreshments that evening and throughout the open house weekend: Saturday, Sept. 20, from 1 to 6 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 21, from 1 to 5 p.m. The exhibit runs through Nov. 8.
In addition to the main gallery, Spectrum’s Artisans Store will offer new pottery, glass, fiber works, home décor, jewelry, clothing, accessories, and children’s books and toys.
Spectrum Art Gallery is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and store hours are Wednesday through Saturday, noon to
6 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
For more information about exhibits, classes, and workshops for adults, teens and children, call (860) 767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the U.S. Follow the gallery on social media at facebook.com/spectrum artgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrum gallery6211.
Maryann Flick, Apple Basket Stained Glass Window Panel
Robert Thomas, , Limited Edition Fine Art Photograph West Cornwall
Award-winning Florida bluesman Selwyn Birchwood will bring his high-octane blend of blues, rock, funk and soul to the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and tickets are $35.
Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group
: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Various jigsaw puzzles will be available to work on as a group or individually. Registration is not needed. For info, visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Beyond the Red Doors Community Celebration and Cookout
Birchwood’s 2023 album is his fourth release on the iconic Alligator Records label. The guitarist, lap steel player, vocalist and songwriter continues to chart his own path in modern blues with a style he calls “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues”—an intoxicating mix of deep blues, psychedelic-tinged rock, booty-shaking funk and Southern soul.
Guitar World Rolling Stone
Known for his electrifying live performances and soulful voice, Birchwood has earned praise from critics and fans alike. calls him “the real deal,” while describes him as “a powerhouse young guitarist and soulful vocalist... highly recommended.” lauded Exorcist for its “blistering licks” and declared Birchwood “one of the best blues singers around today.”
Exorcist No Depression
Tastemaker magazine says, “Selwyn Birchwood reaches back in the blues tradition to launch something out of this world.”
: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guilford Green. Hosted by the Christ Episcopal Church of Guilford. Features a bouncy house, face-painting, live music, hamburgers and hot dogs, and a history display in the parish hall. There will also be organ music in the church for those who want to drop in for a time of quiet reflection. Free and open to all but attendees are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food donation for the Guilford Food Bank. For info, contact the church office at 203-453-2279 or admin@christchurchguilford.org, or visit christchurchguilford.org.
Community Day of Connection
MONDAY, SEPT. 15
Books and Beyond: An Evening of Reads, Reps, and Raffles
and winery tour, plein air painting, limoncello-making demonstration, live music including an opera performance by tenor Daniel Juárez, live and silent art auction, and more. Hosted by the Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance (BACA). Tickets: $125 online or $150 at the door. Proceeds benefit BACA’s community arts programs. For info or tickets, visit branfordarts.org. : 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features sales representatives Brian Wraight from Hachette and Rachel Cass from Penguin Random House. Both will highlight top book club picks from different genres. For info or tickets, call 203245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
How to Use Chat GPT AI: A Basic Introduction
: 7 to 8 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $25. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
Janet Mami Takayama
Selwyn Birchwood will perform his signature “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues” at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook on Wednesday, Sept. 24.
: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. BHcare, 28 Branford Rd., North Branford. Features music, crafts, games, local organizations, nonprofits, and service providers. Free and open to all. For info, contact Kara Papa at 203-859-1512 or klcpapa@gmail.com.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 16
Bhutan: A Kingdom in a Modern World
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SUNDAY, SEPT. 14
The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center is located at 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For tickets and more information,
Vintage Guitar visit katharinehepburntheater.org or call 860-510-0453.
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: 10 a.m. to noon. Apple Pi Robotics Team, 29 Soundview Road, Building 2, unit 3, Guilford (around back to the left). The team accepts members with a wide range of STEAM interests. No previous skills needed. Team members will design robot parts using CAD, program in JAVA, and produce robot parts using the bandsaw, drill press, lathe, mill, CNC, 3D printer, and an array of hand tools. Apple Pi Robotics accepts members from Guilford and the nearby towns. For info, email Diane van der Grinten at dvandergrin10@gmail.com or visit applepirobotics.org.
Open House 2025 Worth Tasting Tour
: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Departs from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple St. Features a culinary walking tour to six to eight restaurants in downtown New Haven. Hosted by Stephen Fries, food
columnist and professor of hospitality management. Remaining dates: Saturdays, Oct. 25 and Dec. 13 (holiday tour). Parking available at the Crown Street or Temple Street Garage. Tickets: $80 each, except for the December tour, which is $85. Service fees apply. For info or to make a reservation (required), call 203415-3519 or visit worthtasting.co/newhaven.
Antique Quilts and Their Stories
: 11 a.m.
The Hyland House Museum, 84 Boston St., Guilford. Features a lecture from 11 a.m. to noon, light lunch and tour of the Hyland House from noon to 1 p.m., and an antique quilt roadshow from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets: $45 for lecture, lunch, and tour; $30 for quilt assessment. Proceeds to benefit The Hyland House Museum. For info or tickets, visit AntiqueQuilts.eventbrite.com.
: Noon to 4 p.m. Henry Whitfield State Museum, 248 Old Whitfield St., Guilford. Features an interactive UNITY art project, multicultural performances, community expo, kindness rocks, free tours, and more. Free admission. For info, contact 203-453-2457 or whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum.
: 2 to 4 p.m. Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center, 167 Neck Rd., Madison. Features artist and retired architectural designer Ann Grasso and a discussion of her work. For info, visit mercybythesea.org.
Reception for
Invisible Shores: Mixed Media and Clay Work by Sheila Kaczmarek
: 3 to 5 p.m. City Gallery, 994 State St., New Haven. The exhibit runs through Sunday, Sept. 28. For info, email info@city-gallery.org or visit citygallery.org.
An Evening in Tuscany: Gala in a Vineyard Fundraiser
: 4 to 7 p.m. Pleasant Point Vineyard, 22 Pleasant Point Rd., Branford. Features Italian fare, a vineyard
10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Mary Alice Lee of the Yale University School of Public Health. Lee has worked with colleagues in Bhutan and at the Bhutan Foundation to strengthen health research programs at the Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
International Dot Day
The Dot
: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features a reading of the book, by Peter H. Reynold, and a connect-the-dots activity with various art supplies. Attendees can wear anything with dots. Best for grades K through 3. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Wacky Wildlife: Foxes
: 5:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For ages 6 to 11. Participants learn about foxes and make a fox craft to take home. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
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Author Event: Jason Diamond
: 6:30 p.m.
R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17
Wednesday Paint Out 2025
ONGOING EVENTS
Art Exhibits
Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) Gallery
: 1004 Main St.: For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org.
BACA Summer Art Show
: Runs through Oct. 11.
: 9 a.m. to noon. West Wharf Beach, behind the Madison Beach Hotel, W. Wharf Rd. Sponsored by the Madison Art Society (MAS). Open to all MAS members. Nonmembers are welcome to join for one or two paint outs as guests but are requested to become members to continue with other paint-out events. For info, visit madisonartsocietyct.org/plein-air.
Pop Goes the Portrait: Andy Warhol, Chuck Close, David Hockney, and Cindy Sherman
: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Bob Potter, art historian and former art director and marketing executive for leading media companies. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
DNA, Crime, and Law Enforcement
: 6 to 8 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Second in a three-part series, Introduction to DNA Ancestry Testing, through Thursday, Sept. 25. Presented by Personal Genetics Education & Dialogue, For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.
Author Event: Seth Wickersham in Conversation with Peter King
: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book:
Kaplan's Plot American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback
. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Marsh Migration at Jarvis Creek Farm
: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Presented by Jack Matthias of Audubon Connecticut. Part of the series of free educational events to kick off the Jarvis Creek Farm Salt Marsh Migration and Restoration Project. Co-sponsored by the Branford Land Trust. For info, visit branfordlandtrust.org.
Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) West Gallery
: 360 State St., New Haven: For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org/events.
BACA West Fall Exhibit
: Runs Sept. 11 through Dec. 31.
Guilford Art Center (GAC)
: 411 Church St.: For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Guilford Art League 77th Annual Juried Exhibit and Sale
: Runs Sept. 8 through Sept. 27
Nathanael B. Greene Community Center
: 32 Church St., Guilford: For info, visit guilfordartleague.org.
Guilford Art League Summer Show
: Runs through Oct. 1.
Farmers Market
City Seed Wooster Square Farmers Market
: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 22. Conte West Hills Magnet School, 511 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, visit cityseed.org/cityseed-markets.
Durham Farmers Market
: 9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays through Oct. 4. Durham Community Center grounds, 144 Picket Ln., or on the Town Green. For info, email farmersmarket@townofdurhamct.org or visit townofdurhamct.org/articles/summerfarmers-market-update.
East Haven Farmers Market
: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 12. East Haven Town Green. For info, call 203-4683204 or visit easthaven-ct.gov/farmersmarket.
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds
: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 30 (later, if weather permits). Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org or visit guilfordyouthandfamilyservices.org.
Madison Farmers Market
: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Green. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com.
Hamden Art League Launches Season with Artist Rosemary Cotnoir
The Hamden Art League will kick off its 2025–’26 season with a presentation and demonstration by abstract landscape painter Rosemary Cotnoir on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. The event will be held in the Social Hall of the Hamden Senior Center, 2901 Dixwell Ave., behind the Miller Library.
Cotnoir, who is based in Westbrook, will present Nature Abstracted and Embellished, offering insight into her artistic process and inspiration. Her work explores visual patterns from aerial perspectives—such as coastlines, marshes, forests and rivers—and incorporates symmetrical, asymmetrical and organic shapes. She cites influences including indigenous mark-making, Japanese woodblock prints and the decorative work of Gustav Klimt. The program is free and open to the public. For more information about the Hamden Art League and upcoming programs, visit hamdenartleague.org.
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9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through October. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/farmers-market.
The Dudley Farm Farmers Market To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.
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Curator Tours Invite Visitors to Engage With Long Wharf Theatre’s Legacy
Long Wharf Theatre’s Director of Artistic Planning Jessica Durdock Moreno will lead a series of immersive curator tours at the New Haven Museum, offering visitors an engaging, behind-thescenes look at the history, legacy and future of the city’s celebrated regional theater company.
Invitation to Engage: 60 Years of Long Wharf Theatre & Beyond
The tours will highlight the museum’s new exhibition, , which Durdock Moreno curated. The first tour takes place Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m., and is free with registration. Additional tours will be held on Saturdays, Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6, Jan. 3 and Feb. 7, all from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m.
The multi-gallery exhibition brings the vibrant history of Long Wharf Theatre to life through a curated collection of costumes, posters and rare archival materials. Stage legends featured
look at theatrical costumes during a curator tour at the New Haven Museum. The exhibition marks 60 years of Long Wharf Theatre’s history.
include Rita Moreno, Colman Domingo, Al Pacino, Frances McDormand, Anna Deavere Smith, Steve Martin, Jessica Tandy and many more. The exhi-
bition will remain on view through February 2026.
Visitors are invited to experience six decades of theatrical history with hands-on activities and
immersive environments. Guests can try on costumes, flip through original scripts, explore an interactive rehearsal space and visit a gallery spotlighting the next generation of Long Wharf Theatre artists. A reconstructed rehearsal room includes props, costumes from past productions and a view of the company’s Tony Award.
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The center gallery focuses on Long Wharf’s 60th-anniversary season, including an exploration of and the . Visitors can also create their own artwork and contribute to a communal gallery wall inspired by the season’s theme, “Building Our Future Together.”
Founded in 1965, Long Wharf Theatre is a Tony Award-winning company based in New Haven. With more than 400 productions to its name, the theater has launched and nurtured some of the nation’s most celebrated playwrights, directors and actors, premiering new works and staging
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reimagined classics that contribute to the American theater canon. Today, Long Wharf activates a new producing model, bringing performances directly into neighborhoods across New Haven and beyond. For more information, visit longwharftheatre.org or follow @longwharftheatre.
The New Haven Museum, located at 114 Whitney Ave., has preserved and interpreted Greater New Haven history since its founding in 1862 as the New Haven Colony Historical Society. The museum brings more than 375 years of history to life through exhibitions, collections, educational programs and outreach. As a Blue Star Museum, it offers free admission year-round to active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. For more information, visit newhavenmuseum.org or follow @newhavenmuseum, or call 203-562-4183.
The 2025 College Fair at Great Wolf Lodge
Join us Saturday, September 27 from 10 am. to 2 p.m. for a dynamic, one-day college fair at the brand-new Great Wolf Lodge in Mashantucket. Designed to bring together students, families, and educational institutions from across the Northeast, this event offers a fresh, inspiring approach to the college search process— set in a venue families will love.
Visit theday.com/collegefair to register. Scan the QR code to learn about opportunities for exhibitors.
Attendees will meet with admissions reps, explore academic options, and gather helpful resources—all in one convenient, family-friendly setting. All participants will receive a printed College Fair Guide with important takeaway information. Other highlights include prize giveaways, an engaging atmosphere, and discounted lodging at Great Wolf Lodge.
Whether you’re helping students find their next step or taking that step yourself, this is a college fair you won’t want to miss. Admission is free.
Press Release from the New Haven Museum
Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum
Jessica Durdock Moreno, director of artistic planning at Long Wharf Theatre and curator of Invitation to Engage, gives a behind-the-scenes
Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, is holding virtual and inperson art classes and workshops that include a pumpkins needle felting workshop on Saturday, Sept. 6; the art of still life with a choice of virtual sessions beginning Tuesday, Sept. 16, or in-person beginning Wednesday, Sept. 17; drawing 101 beginning Friday, Sept. 19; autumn card-making and paper techniques workshop starting Sunday, Sept. 28; zentangles starting Sunday, Sept. 28; fall botanicals in colored pencil beginning Thursday, Oct. 9; paint a misty mountain in watercolor workshop on Saturday, Oct. 18; a Halloween card-making and paper techniques workshop on Sunday, oct. 19; and Coptic stitch journal workshop on Saturday, Oct. 25. In addition, Spectrum is holding various children's art classes through the fall. For more information, including class schedules, material lists, and costs, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.
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North Guilford Congregational Church (NGCC), 159 Ledge Hill Road, is hosting a Middle Eastern dinner on Saturday, Sept. 6, at 6 p.m. The dinner will be catered by Sanctuary Kitchen. Tickets cost $50 and proceeds will benefit the NGCC general fund. For more information or tickets, email Theresa Borchetta at theresauccng@gmail.com.
SSILL
Programs
The Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL) has opened registration for its fall programs online at ssill.org. Opening day is Tuesday, Sept. 9. The annual membership fee is $35 covering September through June, with benefits that include single talks costing $3 and classes that meet more than once costing $5. SSILL was initiated by Paula Schiller with the purpose to provide area adults with meaningful and educational programs while fostering a sense of community. SSILL is run by an unpaid slate of officers with an advisory board and several committees and welcomes anyone looking to volunteer. It is affiliated with the Road Scholar Network and sponsored by the Guilford Parks, Recreation, and Seniors and the Madison Senior Services. For more information or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
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OpensFall2025
Guilford
A Rare Opportunity on Lake Quonnipaug
Experience waterfront living at its finest with this architecturally remodeled masterpiece, featuring a private dock and direct access to Guilford’s most coveted destination, Lake Quonnipaug, also known as the trophy trout pond. This four-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home seamlessly blends refined interiors with elegant outdoor spaces, creating the perfect setting for both relaxation and adventure.
Step into a stunning contemporary kitchen, with a galley layout, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a Wolf range, twin Gaggenau ovens, dual Asko dishwashers, and striking Chelmsford granite countertops. The open-concept layout flows gracefully from the kitchen to a fireplace-warmed dining area, then to an inviting living room framed by two additional fireplaces and sweeping water views.
The primary suite offers serene lake vistas, a custom walk-in closet crafted from exotic Anigre wood, and a spalike bathroom with modern fixtures. The lower level features a possible guest bedroom or office, complete with a full bath and direct walkout access to the lake, as well as generous storage space and a pantry room.
Outdoors, enjoy a cantilevered concrete deck overlooking the hillside and lake, a two-car garage with a back storage room, a whole-house generator, and a charming fountain. Your private dock invites you to fish, relax, or launch paddleboards, kayaks, and more, making this property a true haven for waterfront living.
This home is being offered for sale by William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty for $1,395,000. For more information or a showing, contact Mary Pont at 718-9860026
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Experience waterfront living at its finest with this architecturally remodeled masterpiece, featuring a private dock and direct access to Guilford's most coveted destination, Lake Quonnipaug, also known as the trophy trout pond.
The open-concept layout flows gracefully from the kitchen to a fireplace-warmed dining area, then to an inviting living room framed by two additional fireplaces and sweeping water views.
Your private dock invites you to fish, relax, or launch paddleboards, kayaks, and more, making this property a true haven for waterfront living.
Real Estate Transactions
GUILFORD
: Keming Li to Sheila S. and Burke G. Reagan, $421,000 on Aug. 13 : Mec
Real Estate Trust LLC to Mario F. and Virginia Triola, $5,450,000 on Aug. 13
: John J. and Adela Y. Collins to David and Anne Silva, $899,000 on Aug. 15
: Bonnie E. Rothberg to Lydia Tran, $150,000 on Aug. 12
: Timothy C. and Jean L. Mccloskey to Kade Canessa and Alexis Duggan, $630,750 on Aug. 15
Thistle
: Joan Bombalicki and Nancy L. Peniston to Justin R. Dixon and Kathleen Vandermaelen, $603,000 on Aug. 14
: Nitenday Associates LLC to State Of Connecticut, $98,000 on Aug. 13
: Estate of Maryanne L. Hall and Steven M. Allinson to Anvita Prabhu, $51,500 on Aug. 12
: Witold T. Was to Mazury LLC, $182,500 on Aug. 11
MADISON
28 Brantwood Drive Unit 28
NORTH BRANFORD
Flores, $531,000 on Aug. 14 :
Estate of Christine Frederick and Margaret Castonguay to Krista Richardson, $265,000 on Aug. 12 :
Robert Sherwood to Victoria E. Savluk, $300,000 on Aug. 11
: Melissa A. Klein to Lauren Durand and Aidan L. Hubbard, $520,000 on Aug. 12 : Amb
Prop Holdings LLC to Greater New Hvn Cat Proje, $550,000 on Aug. 14 : Iva
A. Hilton to Melissa Joyce, $349,900 on Aug. 15
: Thomas R. and Darla K. Delgado to Carley Moyher, $380,000 on Aug. 11
: Elizabeth V.
NORTH HAVEN
OLD SAYBROOK
: Francisco Rivera to Shelby Devanney and Michael Sjolin, $460,000 on Aug. 7 : 490 Washington Avenue Nh Rlt to Nazar Petrolium LLC, $3,750,000 on July 9 : Richard Long and Gloria Zailskas to Matthew and Elizabeth Bub, $1,178,000 on Aug. 11
: Mary E. Claffey and Theresa N. Avey to Jose C. and Mariette F. Cardoso, $852,500 on Aug. 13
EAST HAVEN
: Jeremi L. Lorenti and Brittanie L. Mazzara to Trisha Davidson and Selvyn Seaton, $410,000 on Aug. 15
Foye to Thomas and Lisa Flannery, $465,000 on Aug. 13
Keifer T and Regina M. Keifer to Daniel and Catherine Walker, $565,000 on Aug. 15
: Gregory P.
Terracewilliger to Megan and Garrett Linske, $490,000 on Aug. 11
: Megin K. Iaccarino to Emily and Daniel Hernandez, $462,176 on Aug. 14 : State Street Dev LLC to Michael and Donna Grgich, $921,031 on Aug. 11
Donald R. Tichy to Nathan Reynolds and Jung Chang, $225,000 on Aug. 12
118 Flintlock Road
: Kathy Treat to John D. and Barbara B. Storvick, $684,880 on Aug. 12
37 Sheffield Lane 41 Sportsman Hill Road
: Richard T. and
Jodie R. Haupt to John S. Galayda and April E. Ita, $761,000 on Aug. 14
: C G. Van Duinen to Kathleen M. Callaghan, $690,000 on Aug. 14
: Robert
A. and Patricia L. Piascik to Erin Rocha, $1,350,000 on Aug. 13
: Julie Furey to Darcy Macclaren, $33,500 on Aug. 13
Bryan E. Michaud to Joshua and Emily Rodriguz, $340,000 on Aug. 12
: Pankaj Potnis and Kalpita Mokashi to David J. Morande, $136,000 on Aug. 11
: James G. Petela to Barbara West Messier T and Barbara W. Messier, $415,000 on Aug. 15
: Joseph A. and Jo Venturo to Chukwuma Egbuzie, $565,000 on Aug. 12
: Michael J. and Roisin M. Mackey to Fourth Generation Prop LL, $3,500,000 on Aug. 13
78 Wildcat Springs Drive N/A 33 Indian Drive 25 Kenilworth
: Pina Avallone to Keith R. Strong and Martina GorskiStrong, $630,000 on Aug. 13
: James and Madga Mccarthy to Seth Kweller and Cinzia Lettieri, $700,000 on Aug. 15
: Sharon Kobelt T and Sharon Kobelt to Brian and Hilary Mezzi, $752,500 on Aug. 13
: Laurel Ruth Fisher T and Laurel R. Fisher to Brenda L Berard RET, $2,350,000 on Aug. 13
: Robert C. Goldstein to Ashley M. Polverari and Joe R.
