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Madison, Guilford Join Efforts Against Spotted Lanternfly By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

Conservation groups in Madison and Guilford are joining efforts to help control the spread of the invasive spotted lanternfly and protect local trees and crops. Both towns are looking at ways to reduce spotted lanternfly populations through management of tree of heaven, a preferred host

for the insect, as well as trapping and public education. The local efforts come as U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal recently proposed the Spotted Lanternfly Research and Development Act, which would provide federal funding for research and mitigation projects aimed at controlling the invasive species. Spotted lanternflies have been found in Connecticut for the past several years and

can damage crops and trees. In Madison, two trees at East Wharf Beach are already being fed upon by spotted lanternflies, and, if left untreated, the insects can cause “serious damage” to them, said Heather Crawford, chair of the town’s Conservation Commission. “They literally suck the sap out of the trees

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Will Graziano: Creating His Own Stories By Pam Young Correspondent

Will Graziano knew by the end of high school that he wanted to make a career out of acting. What he learned along the way was that being an actor could also mean becoming a writer, producer, and filmmaker — and sometimes creating the opportunities he wanted rather than waiting for them to arrive. That approach eventually led to Honeywell, a short film Will co-wrote, produced, and stars in that recently premiered on the short-film platform Omeleto. “The big thing for me was doing my own work, and when you’re auditioning, you never know what is going to happen,” Will says. “I liked the concept of ‘let’s create things together,’ having my own projects to work on which no one else can take away from me.” For Will, that desire to create things together has roots in Guilford. Born and raised in town, Will graduated from Guilford High School

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of the Week in 2010. He became involved in the school’s arts program as a freshman and found both the art form he wanted to pursue and a community built around it. “I started my freshman year and really fell in love with this art form,” Will says. “I knew by the end of my senior year that acting was what I wanted to do as a career.” The collaborative nature of theater was a large part of what appealed to him. “Both theater and now filmmaking are sports. It takes a village to do everything, and it teaches you how to work with people and build community,” Will says. “I never had a community before like that. It was what I fell in love with through storytelling and connecting with audiences.”

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Will went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in acting from UConn in 2014 and moved to New York City to pursue theater. He spent about 3½ years there, appearing in off-Broadway and regional productions. It was also where he began thinking differently about how to build a career. “I discovered I cannot wait around for job opportunities and needed to make my own work,” Will says. “Actors have to do it all now; we can’t just act anymore.” He began writing and producing short films and a web series, working with friends and creating projects that could be made with limited resources. Will eventually moved to Los Angeles, where he has lived for the past nine years, to focus more heavily on film and television. He secured an agent, auditioned, and booked short films and other projects while continuing to create his own work. He has continued acting in theater

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The celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday continues on Saturday, Sept. 12. At 2 p.m., a presentation on Connecticut During the Revolution will be held at the Guilford Free Library. From 3 to 6 p.m. on the Guilford Green, Sky Family Band and Brad Chase and Aireborne will perform. Ashley Allen will begin with the National Anthem. Between bands, Tom Berrill, as Roger Sherman, will read parts of the Declaration of Independence and excerpts of prayers from some of our nation’s Founders. John Saville will emcee. History Without Walls will feature men in Colonial costumes with artifacts from the Revolutionary War, a cannon, flags, and stocks. Scout Troop 444 will have a display. Kids Markets, with young entrepreneurs ages 5-17, will sell items they have made. WIHS radio, National Day of Prayer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Clinton Bible Fellowship, Institute of Con-

necticut History, and Adult and Teen Challenge (ATC) will be there. ATC will sell beautiful handmade cutting boards and rolling pins. There will be three food vendors. A drummer and fifer from Yalesville Fife and Drum will muster from 2:30 to 3 p.m. In addition, we will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the attack on Sept. 11, 2001. The Fire Department will hang its giant flag and have a vehicle for Touch-a-Truck. This patriotic event is sponsored by Agemy Financial Strategies and VFW Post 7666, along with several individual donors. The rain date is Sept. 13. We encourage the community to come to the Guilford Green for an uplifting experience of history, music, and celebration. Rick Maynard Guilford

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Nina Ellison West Haven Nina Wagner Ellison passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at her home in West Haven. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank Wagner and Nina Grimmelman Wagner; her sister, Carol W. Martone; her longtime partner, Joseph Daukas; and her former husband, Stanton Ellison Sr. Nina is survived by her sister, Elaine W. Swirsky; her children: Stanton Jr., Ron, Meili (Bob) Horiel, Joanne (Ken) Ellison-Taylor, Su Lynn (Scott) Euler, and Frank (Daryl); and their sister, Nicole (Charles) Kim. She is also survived by her daughters-in-law, Aimee Ellison and Venisa Riebe; 17 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is also remembered by her former companion, Robert Johnson, and his daughter, Tracy. A longtime resident of West Haven and Guilford, Nina graduated from West Haven High School in 1957 and later attended Bryant College in Rhode Island. She devoted much of her working life to children, serving as a teacher’s aide in the Guilford School System for 19 and a half years and working at Guilford Daycare for many years. Nina had an endlessly curious spirit and a remarkable variety of interests. She loved gardening and canning and took great pride in raising prize-winning roosters and bantam chickens. Throughout her life, she generously gave her time to her family, her community, and causes that mattered deeply to her. She was a proud member of the Rainbow Girls and a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She served as a Girl Scout leader and den

mother and was a member of the Danish Sisterhood of America. Her love of nature and community led her to participate in the Monarch Butterfly Count and Project Limulus, Sacred Heart University’s horseshoe crab research program. She also volunteered with the BE Free Church Habitat for Humanity mission and the “Community Supper Crew” at the Methodist Church in Saranac Lake, New York. Nina loved music, reading, theater, cooking, and, especially, finding a good bargain—including the “roadside treasures” she delighted in discovering. She treasured her yearly trips to the Adirondacks and Daytona, as well as visits to the St. Lawrence waterways and Thousand Islands. Her generosity extended well beyond those who knew her personally. Nina was a longtime blood donor and a devoted supporter of numerous charitable and conservation organizations, including the Arbor Day Foundation, the National Parks, Paralyzed Veterans of America, and the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation, among many others. Nina lived a full and wonderfully varied life—one marked by curiosity, generosity, service, a love of nature, and devotion to family and community. She will be deeply missed by the many people whose lives she touched. Arrangements were entrusted to West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. A Celebration of Life will be held from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Sept. 19, in the funeral parlor. Beginning at 3 p.m., the family will hold a service for Nina in BE Free Church, 231 Leetes Island Road, Branford. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nina’s memory may be made to Smilow Cancer Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Connecticut Hospice, the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation, or a local library of one’s choosing. See Obituaries page 7

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Will Graziano: Creating His Own Stories Continued from page 2 as well, including a production of the musical Once in Oregon this past year. The idea for Honeywell grew from that same determination to create his own opportunities. Will is a co-lead actor in the film, which he produced and co-wrote with Chaz Martin. From its initial idea during the pandemic to its recent Omeleto release, the project took about six years to complete. “There were obstacles, and I give a lot of credit to the director, Jill Daye, and the incredible team because everyone just poured so much talent, heart, and energy into the film,” Will says. “It really shows.” Honeywell follows a woman who wakes up in the afterlife and discovers she must compete with a selfish loner, played by Will, for a second chance at life. “Really, at the core, the film is about self-love as a basis and foundation for love of others and relationships with others,” Will says. Getting the film made reinforced what Will had first discovered about theater in Guilford: Storytelling depends on collaboration. “We reached the finish line because of all these amazing artists, and I would

never have been able to do it alone,” he says. “There were tough experiences at times, but we stuck through and got it done, so I am proud of it.” Before arriving on Omeleto, Honeywell screened at Palm Springs International ShortFest two years ago and at the Mystic Film Festival last fall. Bringing it to Connecticut was particularly important to Will. “I wanted it to play in CT and was very adamant about it,” he says. Last fall, Honeywell also won Best Short Film and Best Actor at the Red Rose Film Festival in Pennsylvania. “It was really unexpected and cool when we won those awards,” Will says. “I think as a filmmaker you want your work and the work of your colleagues to be seen. It is a very humbling and kind gesture to have won those awards.” Will had Omeleto in mind as a potential home for Honeywell from early in the filmmaking process. The platform accepted the film, and Will says it had received about 17,000 views shortly after its premiere. Omeleto initially gives films a threemonth window on its YouTube channel,

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Dennis Sullivan Guilfiord Dennis Gerald Sullivan, 78, passed away peacefully on Aug. 21, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, adventure, and cherished memories. Dennis was the son of the late Gerald and Helen (Wilson) Sullivan of Guilford. He was predeceased by his brothers, Gerald "Jerry" and Brian; and nephew Matthew Sullivan. Dennis is survived by his devoted wife Helen Sullivan; his sister Margaret Higgins (Stephen); his brother John Sullivan (Andy); nephews, Patrick (Amy) and Michael Sullivan; stepdaughters, Rhiannon Hill and Sabrina Merryfield; stepsons, Christopher and Bryan Sullivan; three step-granddaughters; and many beloved extended family members and friends. Dennis lived an active and adventurous life. Following graduation from Guilford High School in 1966, he served six years in the U.S. Army Reserve during the Vietnam War. For 42 years, he worked as a dedicated U.S. Postal Service mail carrier in Guilford, walking his route by foot and becoming a familiar face throughout the community. An avid runner, he ran in the New York

City and Boston Marathons, and he regularly participated in the New Haven Labor Day Road Race, the Hammonasset Turkey Trot, and other road races along the Connecticut shoreline. When Dennis met Helen, he met his true soulmate. Dennis loved fishing, the beach, and day trips with Helen and their beloved dog, Haley, especially to Mystic and Block Island. He was a devoted New England Patriots and NASCAR fan—and when a race was on, everyone knew not to touch the remote. Dennis will be remembered for his lively personality, animated storytelling, and the many memories he created with those who loved him. Family and friends were invited to a funeral Mass on Sept. 9 at St. George Catholic Church, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford, and burial at St. George Cemetery, Hubbard Road, Guilford, followed by a Celebration of Life luncheon at Hammonasset State Park, Madison. All were welcome and encouraged to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601, www.alz.org. Arrangements are in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St., Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

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Michael Cant Guilford Heaven received one of the most gentle, kind, and grateful souls on Aug. 9, 2026, when Michael Joseph Cant, 68, longtime resident of Guilford, passed away at Yale New Haven Hospital after a brief illness. Mr. Cant was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Dec. 14, 1957, son of the late Roy E. Cant and Joyce A. (Toman) Cant; and brother of Susan Lackey of Fairfield, Kyle Buckley of Loveland, Colo., Beth Devenny of Aiken, S.C., and Chris Rieke of Aiken, S.C. Michael was a 1975 graduate of Fairfield Ludlow High School, Fairfield. He worked for 22 years at Bishop’s Orchards in a variety of positions, including produce packager, cart attendant, and weekend janitor. He enjoyed a variety of music, loved dogs, and was an avid fan of golf, baseball, and basketball. He followed sports statistics and could discuss and recall them with passion. One of his earliest highlights was sitting with his Dad behind home plate when the New York Mets won Game 3 of the 1969 World Series at Shea Stadium. He enjoyed many trips with the Guilford Senior Center community. On his last trip with them, he mustered the courage to go white-water rafting in Canada! Michael’s voracious appetite was legendary at family holiday gatherings and

always made his hosts feel deeply appreciated by going back for seconds. Michael enjoyed concerts immensely and counted among his favorite shows the Rolling Stones, the Who, Lady A, Rod Stewart, Guns ‘n Roses, Tom Jones, and Neil Diamond. Michael walked everywhere around town and was considered the “Mayor of Guilford” by many; he was beloved and well-known by local businesses, churches, and community organizations as a friendly, caring, selfless person with a great sense of humor who always thought of others. He loved rituals like coffee every morning with the friendly employees at Xpress Fuel, biweekly visits with caregivers from Sarah Tuxis, and attending services at either First Congregational Church or St. George’s Catholic Church in Guilford. Friends are invited to a memorial service, which will be held at 4 p.m. Sept. 12, at First Congregational Church Chapel, 110 Broad St., Guilford. Additional private services are being planned with the family. Mike wanted his ashes to be buried with his mother, father, and furry friend, Labrador Retriever, Toby. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of his mother, Joyce Cant, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741, www.cancer.org. Arrangements are in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St., Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

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and they also allow a disease to be injected,” Crawford said. “Anything that they’re on, if the bark is thin enough, they will start sucking sap out and then if they are carrying any disease, they will carry diseases from one plant to another.” The lanternflies can also feed on agricultural plants, including grapevines and apple trees, Crawford said. Protecting agricultural crops is also among the concerns addressed by the recently proposed federal legislation. Tree of heaven grows “everywhere” throughout Madison, Crawford said. In Guilford, the trees are likely to be located “at town parks and open space conservation areas,” according to Kevin Magee, the town’s environmental planner. Because of that likelihood, “the Guilford Conservation Commission is participating in this effort since they are in charge of management of the Town of Guilford open space conservation properties,” Magee said. To help meet their objectives, the commissions in Madison and Guilford, along with other town groups with which they are collaborating, are working to develop and promote education about controlling spotted lanternflies. Crawford said she is interested in offering demonstrations on how Madison residents can apply herbicides to trees of heaven and how they can further protect agricultural crops. Managing tree of heaven is important because it is a preferred host for spotted lanternflies. Crawford said destroying the invasive tree from its roots with an herbicide can also deprive the insects of a food source that helps protect them from predators. Without it, she said, the lanternflies “will be less toxic,” including to birds that may eat them.

In Guilford, the town plans to remove tree of heaven plants and install tree traps next spring on affected trees to capture the insects. The town is also providing information from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station to the public “on how they can identify and control the spotted lantern fly,” Magee said. The Guilford Conservation Commission will hand out information regarding the spotted lanternfly at the Guilford Police Department’s National Night Out on Friday, Oct. 9, at the Guilford Green. In Madison, communication efforts will include signs posted in areas where tree of heaven is located to inform the public about efforts to manage the invasive plant and spotted lanternflies. Additional educational materials are expected to be made available on a website the town groups are developing. In the meantime, Crawford said there are other steps residents can take to identify whether spotted lanternflies have been on their property and help control their population. “One thing they can do is make sure they check their vehicles and the property for egg masses,” she said. “If you can destroy the egg mass - you can just scrape them off with a credit card - it’s so you can control the lanternflies that way.” Informational visuals will be posted on the website, Crawford said. She said residents can also find additional information on the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station website. Crawford said reducing the population of the invasive insect will ultimately require widespread participation to help protect vegetation and crops in both towns. “The more people that we can get to do it at the same time, the smaller the population will be next spring,” she said.

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Guilford Fair Celebrates America 250 By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

The Guilford Fair returns Sept. 18, 19, and 20, with this year’s theme celebrating America’s 250th anniversary alongside the fair’s traditional entertainment and agricultural events. The milestone will be celebrated specifically through the perspective of “The Horses of the Revolution” and the critical role horses played in American life and culture from “before the founding of the nation” through their place as an “integral part of American rural and urban life until the 20th century,” according to the fair organization. The important role horses played, from their use in farming in early America to providing transportation during the early days of modern industry, was further explained by John Hammarlund, president of the Guilford Agricultural Society. “This year, as part of America 250, we will be celebrating the role that horses played in the Revolutionary War, and in the evolution of American farming and transportation since Independence,” said Hammarlund. “Horses were essential to farming in early

America, for plowing and harvesting fields, for logging and for transportation. So as we celebrate America 250, we will this special year, also celebrate the horse.” The historical aspect of the fair, including its small-town New England appeal, has been an essential part of the event since its beginning in 1859. According to the fair organization’s press release, Guilford Town Historian Joel Helander said the fair is a “part of the spirit of old New England,” reflected in fair mainstays such as demonstrations with farm animals that recall a time when agriculture was more prevalent in communities like Guilford. Horses will return to the fair for pulling events, which are a “big draw” for people spending the weekend at the fairgrounds, said fair organizer Mairi Bryan. The connection between horses and critical events in American history will also be emphasized. “The Revolutionary Army had to pull horses off farms to use in the war,” said Bryan. “The French then brought horses and bridles when they came to help the Revolutionary Army. That was the point: emphasizing the link between farming and horses and the Revolutionary War.”

The fair parade will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, and will also celebrate the theme “Celebrating 250 Years of America,” according to the fair organization. Other events at the fair this year will include the return of the Guilford Fair Circus and its various competitions, displays, and exhibits. Returning performers will include the tightrope-walking Flying Wallendas and daredevil comedian Bello Nock. For the first time this year, Janoah the Jester will make an appearance to entertain children of all ages with his various acts. Familiar favorites will also return, including live music, racing pigs, and livestock and tractor pulls. Carnival rides and food will also be plentiful throughout the weekend. For the first time this year, tickets to the fair can be purchased online through the Guilford Fair website. General admission is $15 for those age 12 and older. Tickets are $10 for veterans, active military service members, and seniors age 62 and older. Admission is free for those age 11 and younger. The full fair schedule can also be found on the fair’s website.

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Alice Macy Guilford Alice Hughes Macy, 89, passed away suddenly on July 24, 2026. She was the beloved wife of J. Thomas "Tom" Macy, with whom she was on vacation on Nantucket Island when she passed. Alice was born in South Orange, N.J., on May 2, 1937, daughter of the late William C. and Elsa H. (Lutjen) Hughes. She grew up in South Orange and Maplewood, N.J., graduating from Columbia High School in 1955. She attended Upsala College, graduating in 1959. Alice was independent-minded, determined to create and follow her own path. After a brief stint at interior design, in 1960 she joined Bamberger’s Department Store in Newark, N.J. She worked at Bamberger stores in Newark and Menlo Park, covering both the buying and selling sides of retailing. In 1964, she moved to an apartment on East 71st Street in New York City, becoming a reverse commuter to New Jersey. After eight years in retailing, Alice began what turned out to be a 37-year career with the Institute of International Education (IIE) at U.N. Plaza in New York City.

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NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS: ALL PERSONAL PROPERTY MUST BE DECLARED TO THE ASSESSOR’S OFFICE BY NOVEMBER 2, 2026 Attention is directed to the assessment date of tangible personal property in the Town of Guilford on October 1, 2026. C.G.S. 12-41 requires all people – residents, including farmers or those who are owners of non-registered or non-Connecticut registered vehicles, owners of horses and non-residents of tangible personal property located in the Town of Guilford, to file with the Assessor, a sworn declaration of all such personal property owned or leased by them on October 1, 2026. Personal Property consists of nonregistered and out of state registered vehicles, furniture, fixtures, computer equipment and all other electronic data equipment, construction equipment, manufacturing machinery and equipment, telecommunications equipment, cables conduits and pipes, farm and mechanics machinery and tools, consumable supplies, and all other tangible property not specifically mentioned, used in conducting business or to earn income.

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made everyone feel cared for and loved. In addition, she was known for her puns and her great wit. And, she was the love of Tom’s life and his best friend. Alice is survived by her husband J. Thomas Macy; three stepsons and their wives, John and Carol, Paul and Amy, and William and Suzanne Macy; and eight step-grandchildren: Erin Macy Brose, Katharine Macy Terrill, and Lauren, Emma, Sarah, Siena, Luke, and Davis Macy. Alice is also survived by her nieces, Leslie Ward and Susan Boler; nephews, William Campbell and Steven Ward; a cousin, Virginia Rowland; 11 grandnephews and nieces; and five great-grandnephews and nieces. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two sisters, Betty Ward and Barbara Campbell; and two nephews, David Ward and Robert Campbell. A committal service was held on Aug. 3, at Alder Brook Cemetery in Guilford. A memorial service celebrating her life will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at BE Free Church, 231 Leetes Island Road, Branford. The service will be available on Facebook at B E Free Church, and on YouTube at BE Free Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Alice’s memory to Little Blessings Christian Childcare Center, 503 Old Toll Road, Madison, CT 06443, or online, www.littleblessingsmadison.com. To share a memory or leave condolences, please visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday 16th September, 2026 at 7:00p.m. in the Guilford Community Center, 32 Church Street, Guilford, CT to consider the following: Application by Jeremy P. & Alice Y. Chen for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a fence on property located at 22 State Street, Assessor’s Map 39, Lot 49. The above application and accompanying documents are on file for inspection in the offices of the Town Clerk and the Guilford Historic District Commission, Town Hall, Guilford. At this hearing, written communications will be received and all interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard relative to the above application. TERESA BUCHANAN

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Guilford Looks to Build on State Semifinal Run

By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The Guilford field hockey team enters the 2026 season looking to build on another deep state tournament run while returning two All-Southern Connecticut Conference selections from last year’s squad. The Grizzlies finished last season with an 11-5 regular-season record and entered the Class M state tournament as the No. 6 seed. Guilford quickly made its presence felt, defeating No. 11 Lyman Hall, 6-1, in the opening round before edging No. 14 Masuk, 2-1, in the quarterfinals. The run sent Guilford to the state semifinals, where its season ended with a 2-1 loss to New Milford. The Green Wave went on to finish as the Class M runner-up. Guilford will look to make another postseason run behind two returning All-SCC selections. Senior Zoe Tsoukanelis returns after earning first-team All-SCC honors last season, while junior Abby Dellaventura is back after being named to the second team. The Grizzlies will be tested early, beginning the season with three consecutive road games against East Lyme, Newtown, and longtime SCC rival Daniel Hand High School before returning home to host Amity on Wednesday, Sept. 23. The early-season matchup with Hand will feature two teams that enjoyed deep runs through the Class M tournament last season and two programs that have been at the center of the state championship picture in recent years. In fact, the Class M state championship has been won by an SCC program in each of the last three seasons. Hand captured the title in 2023, Guilford followed with a championship in 2024, and SCC rival Branford, the reigning champion, won the crown in 2025.

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Guilford field hockey opens season on the road Thursday, Sept. 10 at East Lyme.

Hand enters this season with plenty of experience returning from a group that put together a successful run a year ago. The Tigers finished last season 12-4 during the regular season, with two of their games decided in overtime, before earning the No. 2 seed in the Class M state tournament. Hand advanced to the quarterfinals after a 3-0 victory over Avon in the opening round, but its postseason run came to an end with a 2-1 loss to No. 7 New Milford. Hand will look to build on that success with seven returning starters, including a veteran presence in goal. Senior goalkeeper Avery Waters returns to anchor the Tigers’ defense as the team replaces several key contributors from last season. “We have seven returning starters from last season, includ-

ing a seasoned goalie who communicates well, directs the defense, and likes to compete,” Hand coach Susan Leckey said. “Our goalie, Avery Waters, will keep the Tigers competitive this season.” Hand also returns secondteam All-SCC selection Katelyn Woytowich. Leckey said the senior defensive midfielder could be called upon to fill a variety of roles this season for the Tigers. Waters and Woytowich are two of 10 seniors on this year’s roster, a group Leckey believes will be critical to Hand’s success. Along with Waters and Woytowich, Ella Bodner returns to the midfield, Chloe Wiesbrock returns on defense, and Bella Papuga is back in the defensive midfield. “We have a gritty senior class of 10, five of whom saw signifi-

cant varsity time last season and are ready to lead,” Leckey said. “Our season will depend on the hearts, effort and leadership of the senior group.” Although Hand has several roles to fill following last year’s graduation losses, Leckey said the program’s philosophy of giving younger players experience has helped prepare the Tigers for moments when they are asked to take on larger responsibilities. The Tigers will also have several juniors returning with varsity experience. A group of athletic sophomores will look to make an immediate impact, while a feisty freshman class will provide additional depth as Hand looks to develop its next wave of contributors. “As with any other Hand field hockey season, it will take a team effort to find success,” Leckey

said. “It will take growth and problem-solving as we take on some talented and experienced SCC teams.” Hand will begin its season with consecutive road games against Hall and Lyman Hall before hosting Guilford in its home opener. The Hand-Guilford matchup should carry additional intrigue after the Tigers defeated the Grizzlies when the SCC rivals met last season. With both teams coming off double-digit-win regular seasons and deep state tournament runs, the rivalry will provide an early measuring stick for two programs hoping to remain among the SCC’s contenders and unseat Branford as the conference’s top program.

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Members of the Deep River Horseshoe League gather during the league’s 71st season. The White Sox finished the regular season as the 2026 league champions.

Deep River Horseshoe League: White Sox Crowned 2026 League Champs By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The Deep River Horseshoe League’s 71st regular season has come to an end, and despite poor weather that shortened the final night to three games per team, there was just enough time to crown the White Sox league champions and settle all eight playoff seeds for the postseason. The White Sox entered the night with a half-game lead over the Giants, while the Braves held eighth place by one game. The White Sox used their five-point handicap to win game one. In game two, Rausch’s double in the eighth box gave the Braves a onepoint lead, but the White Sox outscored them 18-16 over the final four boxes to earn their second win. The Braves then failed to capitalize on their seven-point handicap in the final game. With the 3-0 sweep, the White Sox became the 2026 league champions, while the Braves had to await the other results to learn their playoff fate. The D’backs, meanwhile, hoped Red Sox standout Bill Beckwith’s dislike of Court No. 7 would work to their advantage. Kyle Sunderland substituted for the D’backs’ John O’Brien, but Beckwith did not let the court affect his scoring. He scored 41

points in game one to lead the Red Sox. In game two, the D’backs’ Butch Carotenuto scored 33 points and John Sciacca added 30 as their team outscored the Sox by more than 30 points to even the match. The D’backs struggled to score in the final game, and the Red Sox won the match 2-1. That single D’backs victory left them tied with the Braves, but their earlier head-tohead win put the D’backs in the playoffs and eliminated the Braves. The shortened night and threegame series, instead of the typical six, limited teams’ opportunities to shake up the standings heading into the postseason. The Cards, for example, had little room for error when they faced the Tigers. Cards standout Kris Toohey scored 42 points with 12 ringers to lead the Cards to a game-one win, then combined with Todd Nuhn for 66 points in game two to secure their second victory. Dennis Goodrich scored 37 points to lead the Tigers in the finale. Toohey finished with 72 points in his two games, while he and Nuhn combined for 137 points. Goodrich finished with 58 points. Giants player Mike Zanelli Sr. and Yankees player Dennis Allen traded the lead in game one.

Allen edged Zanelli 34-33, and although the Giants led on scratch score, the Yankees used the handicap to win. The Giants moved ahead in the fifth box of game two, and Zanelli’s 35 points helped secure a four-point victory. The finale was tied entering the last box, where Matt Valentin and Adam Fortier scored five points to give the Giants a twopoint win. The Giants earned the No. 2 seed, and Zanelli finished with 68 points. Sue Pollard’s Rockies entered the night tied for sixth place and on the playoff bubble, while Skip Robinson’s Pirates were playing for seeding. Two games carried a one-point handicap, and the other was a scratch contest. All three games were decided by double digits. In game one, Pollard edged Robinson 32-31, and Anthony Malerba added 34 points to lead the Rockies. Robinson scored 41 points in game two, matching the Rockies’ team total, and Brian Walsh’s points helped the Pirates even the match. Gary Stevens scored 32 points in the finale to lead the Pirates past the Rockies. The Pirates’ 2-1 victory left them tied with the Cubs. Robinson finished with 72 points, and the Rockies secured the No. 7 seed. John Hutra’s Marlins entered the night tied with the Rockies

for sixth place and also on the playoff bubble. They led game one until the sixth box, when Cubs player Bob Cifaldi’s double put his team ahead for good in a four-point victory. In game two, Marlins player Mike Shashok had a rare clean game with no ringers, and the Marlins needed their nine handicap points to earn a tie. The Cubs scored only five points in the first four boxes of the last game and could not recover, leaving the teams tied 1 1/2-1 1/2 in the match. The tie gave the Marlins the No. 6 seed. The Cubs finished with the same record as the Pirates but fell to the No. 4 seed because they lost when the teams met in Week 10. The Orioles had already secured fifth place when they faced Peter Furmonavicius’s Rangers. Mike Zanelli Jr. edged Furmonavicius 29-27 in game one, and Andy Turshen’s points

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helped produce the win. Orioles player Ted Dubay dominated the final two games. His season-best 40 points, 11 ringers, and three doubles led the Orioles to their second win, and he followed with 36 points, 11 ringers, and three doubles in game three. The Orioles retained the No. 5 seed. Dubay was the night’s top scorer with 76 points, while the Orioles totaled 177 points, 44 ringers, and nine doubles. Zanelli said the team had been on its way to a record night. The first-round playoff matchups will be No. 1 White Sox vs. No. 8 D’backs, No. 4 Cubs vs. No. 5 Orioles, No. 2 Giants vs. No. 7 Rockies, and No. 3 Pirates vs. No. 6 Marlins. The first and second rounds are best-of-five series. The winners of the second round will advance to a best-of-seven championship match.

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Dynjandi waterfall, outside Ísafjörður, was among the sights encountered during the cruise around Iceland.

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A sign advertises an Icelandic “Volcanic Dog,” one of the local offerings encountered during the trip.

A sculpture overlooks the water in Akureyri, Iceland.

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Tony Award-winning actor Ari’el Stachel performs during Seth’s Big Fat Broadway Cruise.

Broadway at Sea Sailing Around Iceland Surrounded by Broadway Musical Fans & Performers By Karen Isaacs Special to Living

If you love Broadway musicals as I do and if you have SiriusXM, you know Seth Rudetsky. He hosts the afternoon time slot as well as six hours on Saturday with his fellow host Christine Pedi as the Dueling Divas. Seth is multitalented. A classically trained pianist, he has played in the pit of dozens of Broadway shows, wrote and performed in the award-winning musical Disaster!, and serves as music director/accompanist for big names all over the country. But Seth also does his Big Broadway Cruises, featuring Broadway stars and a group of Broadway musical lovers. I always wondered what they would be like. Fate intervened. I was determined to travel this July, and I wanted to return to Iceland. In December 2025, while attending a performance of Chess, I looked at the Playbill and came upon a large ad announcing Seth’s cruise to Iceland in July. The dates worked. Within days, I had talked to the travel agency and booked my reservation.

Travelers and performers gather on the final night of Seth’s Big Fat Broadway Cruise around Iceland.

I had no idea what to expect, so my imagination took over. I pictured cozy conversations over a drink or coffee with one of the Broadway stars who would be on the cruise, perhaps the opportunity for a

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short lesson or coaching session with one My expectations were totally unrealistic of them (for which I would’ve been happy if I had thought about them. to pay extra), and maybe even performing Three stars would be on the cruise: a solo in the “vaudeville” on the last night of the cruise. See Broadway at Sea page 23

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Broadway at Sea Continued from page 22 Emily Skinner, a multiple Tony Award nominee and winner; Norm Lewis; and Ari’el Stachel, who won a Tony for The Band’s Visit. Norm Lewis was replaced by Christine Pedi, the morning personality on the Broadway channel and an accomplished performer in her own right. We weren’t notified of the change; I found it accidentally when I went on the Playbill Travel site and saw the change. Our group numbered between 100 and 150. Some had been on multiple cruises with Seth. One person had been on 11, but there was a group of newbies like me. We had two sea days on the eight-day cruise, with activities scheduled both mornings and afternoons on those days. Each evening also featured an activity just for our group. In the main dining room, there were tables reserved for us each evening for dinner. One of the attractions for me was the master class. As a singer/cabaret performer, the chance to work with and learn from professionals was wonderful. But when I first heard the description of the master class, I was disappointed. I was Photo by Karen Isaacs told that names would be drawn from among those who signed up. The rest of us Jack Plotnick, left, with Broadway performer Emily Skinner during the cruise. would just watch. That was incorrect. Actually, the master class was a great experience. Yes, they drew names, but everyone who signed up had at least 10 minutes of time with Seth. That morning Christine joined in, as well as Seth’s friend Jack Plotnick, an actor and coach. The one-hour session went much longer. The evening shows were great. Seth and each performer mixed songs with interviews. They talked about the ups and downs of their careers. You got to know so much more about them. Emily Skinner announced she was playing Miss Hannigan at Goodspeed later this year. As a bonus, Ari’el Stachel also performed his one-man show, Out of Character, in which he talks about his overwhelming anxiety and discomfort about his mixed ethnic background, which led to a difficult relationship with his father, a Yemeni Jew. Where my expectations were wrong was that I seldom saw the stars around the ship during the cruise; it probably wasn’t surprising since the Celebrity Silhouette has 2,800 or so passengers. Only Christine joined us in the dining room. I didn’t meet any of them on the excursions; since I had Photo by Karen Isaacs seen most of the important sights on my The landscape near Seyðisfjörður, one of the stops during the cruise around Iceland.

previous trip, my excursions included food walking tours and some others. On the final night, each of the three stars performed with a group of us as backup. We rehearsed during the week. (I rehearsed but didn’t perform because I didn’t feel I could memorize all the lyrics.) The group did “All That Jazz” with Emily Skinner, “Before the Parade Passes By” with Christine Pedi, and “The Evening Prayer” from Fiddler on the Roof with Ari’el Stachel. But the most important reality was that I thoroughly enjoyed it. As a solo traveler, it was great to have a group of people to chat with because we shared an interest. Because of the unique name tag Seth had provided, it also sparked conversations with other passengers. Dinnertime conversation seldom seemed forced or limited to what you did that particular day. The group was mixed, from people deeply involved in the theater to more “average” fans. I talked with two other critics, including one from Massachusetts, a stage manager, and several who had majored in voice or musical theater in college, plus people who just loved the genre. I met someone from Fairfield County who is a producer. Iceland is a beautiful and fascinating country. We lucked out with the weather; I had been warned about the possibility of March- or April-like temperatures and winds, plus rain. Most of our days were bright and sunny with comfortable temperatures. Caveat: Remember that the stars announced to be on your cruise are not guaranteed; understand that a professional commitment may occur that causes a change. On my cruise, sometime between February and June, Norm Lewis had to drop out for that reason. The bottom line: Not only would I do it again, but I have already made a reservation for Seth’s cruise in January 2028 to Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire. Note: Seth’s aren’t the only Broadwaythemed cruises. Playbill Travel sponsors one a year; most seem to be river cruises with the group taking over the entire ship. The Broadway Cruise does sporadic trips, taking over an entire ship. The next one is in April aboard the Norwegian Jewel. Seth is doing three in 2027 — to the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Greek Isles.

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Calendar for the Week of September 10, 2026

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 Getting Your Affairs in Order: 10 to 11:30 a.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Becca Allen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and End-ofLife Doula, leads a 90-minute presentation on organizing important documents, making key decisions and clarifying wishes as part of end-of-life planning. A written worksheet will be provided; bring a pen. Hosted by Shoreline Village. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 203-747-5939 or info@shorelinevillagect.org. Trip: Lost in New Haven: 10:15 a.m. Lost in New Haven, 80 Hamilton St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a tour of the Lost in New Haven local history and cultural center, followed by lunch at Pepe's Pizza. Cost: $40. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Afternoon Fiction Book Club: 1 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

The Herbal Apothecary: 6 to 8 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features an introduction to growing herbs and processing them into teas, salves, and botanical extracts, led by Mark Gostkiewicz of Tri Gable Lea Farm. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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

Opening Night for The Odd Couple: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, Oct. 4. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

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

Jordan Freeman: A Revolutionary War Soldier: 7 p.m. Westbrook Public Library Community Room, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Kevin Johnson of the Connecticut State Library presents a historical interpretation of Jordan Freeman, a Black Revolutionary War soldier. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-399-7473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com.

Sept. 11 Candlelight Vigil: 6 p.m., Winthrop Baptist Church, 444 Winthrop Road, Deep River. Community candlelight vigil and non-denominational service marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Includes remembrance of those who lost their lives, reading of the names of Connecticut victims, prayer and an opportunity for community members to share reflections. Free. For info, call 860-526-5241, email office@winthropbaptist.org, or visit facebook.com/winthropbaptist.

Stony Creek Forum: Conversations Online: 7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Omer Bartov, professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Brown University and author of Israel: What Went Wrong?, in conversation with Peter Beinart. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

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Psychedelics and the Brain: Hope, Hype, and Healing?: 9:30 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Paint-a-Plow: 3 to 7 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Northford. Children can stamp their handprints on a Learning. Presented by Depak Cyril D'Souza, M.D. town snowplow that will be active during the winter. Explores research on psychedelics as potential treatRegistration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress ments for depression and other mental health condiaccordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalentions. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. dar.com. Sisters in Cloth Quilt Exhibit Opening Reception: From Albania to Italy to New Haven: The Story of 9:30 to 11 a.m. Masonicare at Chester Village, 317 W. Zeneli Pizzeria: 5:30 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Main St., Chester. Features handmade quilts by Sisters in Whitney Ave., New Haven. Gazmir Zeneli discusses the Cloth, a group of fiber artists from the Connecticut shorejourney he and his brothers took from Albania to learnline. The exhibit will be on view through Nov. 1. Free and ing pizza-making in Italy and opening Zeneli Pizzeria in open to the public. For info, call 860-531-1400. New Haven. Presented with Gorman Bechard and Dean Falcone, co-curators of Pronounced Ah-Beetz. Free. Regis- Little Learners Story Time: Pets: 10 a.m. Essex Library, tration required. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit 33 West Ave., Essex. Pet-themed stories, songs, movenewhavenmuseum.org. ment and activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Registration encouraged. Free. For info or to Chocolate Class & Tasting: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Ave., Essex. International award-winning chocolatiers present a 90-minute bean-to-bar craft chocolate class Paint-a-Plow: 11 a.m. to noon. Smith Library, 3 Old Post and tasting exploring cultivation, fermentation, roasting, Rd., Northford. Children can stamp their handprints on a grinding, and conching. For ages 18 and older. Free. Reg- town snowplow that will be active during the winter. istration required; space is limited. For info or to register, Registration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. accordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Where There Is Love, There Is Hope: A Prayer for Peace: 7 p.m. Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. A commemoration of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 featuring song, prayer, poetry and prose centered on themes of hope, love and peace, with music led by Saint Ann’s Music Director Hector Babcock Migliacci and performances by the Saint Ann’s Choir, soloists, community members and special guests. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org. Concert by Diane Zeigler: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by The Occasional Coffee House. Sponsored by Shoreline Pastoral Counseling. Tickets: $20, includes coffee, tea, and homemade cookies. For info or tickets, visit eventbrite.com or northmadisoncc.org. Teen Outdoor Movie Night: 8 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Outdoor showing of The Princess Bride on the library lawn. Bring a blanket or chair. Free popcorn and cotton candy available while supplies last. For teens in sixth grade and up. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 12 Communitywide Tag Sale: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Vendors are still being accepted. For info or vendor registration, email NBCCevents2@gmail.com. See page 25

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Guilford Art Center Seeks Artists for Holiday Expo Press Release from Guilford Art Center

Guilford Art Center is accepting applications from artists and makers for Holiday Expo 2026, its annual eight-week holiday shopping event featuring original, handcrafted work by emerging and established artists. Running Nov. 13 through Jan. 10, Holiday Expo is open seven days a week throughout the holiday season, giving artists an opportunity to introduce their work to shoppers looking for distinctive, thoughtfully made gifts and artwork. The event features a diverse selection of

handmade work at a range of price points. Participating artists benefit from exposure to both longtime Guilford Art Center customers and new visitors discovering the center during the holiday season. Submissions are welcome in a wide range of craft media, including ceramics, woodworking, glass, jewelry, metalwork, textiles and fiber arts, leather, stationery, candles, home goods, personal care products, and more. Artists and makers interested in participating can find application information and submission details at guilford artcenter.org.

Shoppers browse handcrafted items during a previous Holiday Expo at Guilford Art Center. Photo courtesy of Guilford Art Center

Continued from page 24 Killingworth Library Annual Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Features donated books for all ages and genres, large-print books, puzzles, and games. Held rain or shine in the library meeting room and, weather permitting, on the lawn. Proceeds benefit the Killingworth Library Association. For info, call 860-663-2000. Kids Can Cook: Mini Pizza: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Children ages 5 to 12 make personal English muffin pizzas while learning basic kitchen skills and food safety. Free. Registration required; space is limited. For info, including allergens, or to register, call 860767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Wreath Laying: 10 a.m. Village Green, Ivoryton. Honors elephants and enslaved people whose lives were taken by the ivory industry and recognizes current efforts in Africa to restore elephant herds and communities affected by slavery. Followed by a reception at Ivoryton Public Library with refreshments from The Hosting Company. With permission of Essex Park and Recreation. For info, call Gary Comstock at 845-663-4249. Day on the Green Arts and Crafts Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Westbrook Town Green, Boston Post Rd. Features arts and crafts vendors and community activities. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-3997473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. Dreaming with the Departed: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Meditative workshop with Grace Erhart and Dale Litalien, Level 3 Dream Teachers in the Robert Moss School of Active Dreaming, on dreams involving departed loved ones and animals. Bring a picture of a person or animal you have lost. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or blanket and, if

desired, a journal. Registration is required and space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

$35, including a 20 percent donation to Dudley Farm. For info or to register (required), visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

The Open Table Pantry Grand Opening: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. First Baptist Church of Branford, 975 Main St., Branford. Features a ribbon-cutting ceremony, community picnic with hot dogs, live music and children’s activities. The new food pantry will provide free nonperishable and shelf-stable foods to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. All are welcome. For info, contact 203-488-9777 or admin@firstbaptistbranford.com.

God and Country Commemorative Event and Concert: 2 to 6 p.m. Guilford Free Library and Guilford Town Green. Begins with a 2 p.m. presentation on Connecticut during the Revolution at the library, followed by a 3 to 6 p.m. concert and activities on the Green featuring historical displays, music, children’s vendors, food vendors, and community organizations. Commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 13. For info, visit facebook.com/Godandcountry eventCT.

Saturday Cinema: 1 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. PG-13 movie showing. Free. Registration suggested. For info, including the movie title, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Pond Dipping for Families at Bauer Park: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Rd., Madison. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Preregistration required for all attendees; children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $5 for residents, $7 for nonresidents. For info or to register, visit madisonct.org/recreation. A Pictorial Tour of Costa Rica: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Photographer Bert Sirkin presents images of Costa Rica’s jungles and wildlife. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Foraging and Cooking With Wild Foods: 2 to 4 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features a class on fall foraging and cooking with wild food, cotaught by CT Foraging Club founder Amy Demers and forager and chef Vinny Crotta. Participants will learn how to identify and use edible and medicinal plants and mushrooms found in the fall. Crotta will discuss using wild ingredients in the kitchen. Held rain or shine. Cost:

SUNDAY, SEPT. 13 Rally Sunday Service: 10 a.m. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Features an outdoor worship service with the Galvanized Jazz Band, followed by a picnic and lawn games. Bring a chair or blanket. Free and open to all. For info, call 203-245-2793, ext. 10 or visit facebook.com/fccmadison. Healing Drum Circle: 1 to 3 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features a Healing Drum Circle led by therapist Marie Goodine. Participants can bring a drum, clap their hands, and stomp their feet. The program uses a Native American drumming tradition. Free, but registration is requested. For info or to register, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

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Continued from page 25 BACA West Reception: 2 to 4 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. A reception featuring Margot Nimiroski. Free. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org.

MONDAY, SEPT. 14 32nd Annual Rotary-Brent Taylor Golf Classic: 11 a.m. registration; 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. Fox Hopyard Golf Club, 1 Hopyard Rd., East Haddam. Four-ball scramble with lunch provided, followed by buffet dinner, raffle, and awards. Entry fee: $225 per player, including green fees, golf cart, gift bag, lunch, and buffet dinner. Rain or shine. For info, call Charlie Renshaw at 860-304-4372 or visit osrotary.org. Coastal Women and Men in Business Workshop: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. Features a presentation on social media strategies for small businesses and nonprofits, including creating engaging content, increasing engagement and reach, and avoiding common social media mistakes. Includes networking and an interactive lunch. Advance registration required. For

info or to register, contact 203-245-7394 or chamber@madisonct.com, or visit madisonct.com.

The Art of Still Life Photography: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller ShoreKeeping Your World Steady: How the line Institute for Lifelong Learning. PreInner Ear Impacts Balance and Falls: sented by Mark Battista. Explores tech2 p.m. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Fyzical Therapy & Balance niques for creating still life photographs will discuss the inner ear’s role in balance, that tell a story, communicate an idea, and express a mood. Cost: $3. For info or to age-related changes that can affect balance, and symptoms such as dizziness and register, visit ssill.org. unsteadiness that can increase fall risk. Forest Bathing: Nature’s Wellness Sponsored by Shoreline Village CT. For info, contact 203-747-5939 or info@Shore- Break: 10:30 a.m. Chatfield Hollow State Park, 381 Route 80, Killingworth. Meet at lineVillageCT.org. the outdoor picnic tables near the Experiencing America Book Club: 3 p.m. covered bridge. Features a guided nature experience focused on the sights, sounds Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth and scents of the woods. No hiking or speTurnpike, Clinton. Book: Planetwalker by cial skills required. Sponsored by ShoreJohn Francis. Registration required. For line Village CT. For rain cancellation or info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or postponement information, contact 203visit hchlibrary.org. 747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org. Dear Dealer Book Launch and Discussion with Local Author Nadia Bowers: 6 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Book launch and moderated discussion with local author Nadia Bowers about her memoir, Dear Dealer. Presented by Gallery Books. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

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Little Makers: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Craft activity for ages 2 to 6. Participants will make a donut painting. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Jordan Freeman: Witness to the Revolutionary War: 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Kevin Johnson as Jordan Freeman, an African American servant of John Ledyard and body servant to Col. William Ledyard during the Revolutionary War. Hosted by the Philanthropic Educational Organization, Chapter T, Madison. For info, email saramsta5@gmail.com. Wacky Wildlife: Red Pandas: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Program for ages 6 to 11 featuring information about red pandas and a related craft. Registration required. For info or to register, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 15 THROUGH TUESDAY, OCT. 6 Thriving in Your Third Act: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 15 through Oct. 6. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St., Branford. Four-week workshop led by Amy J. Barry featuring creative visualizations, expressive art and writing exercises, research findings, and group discussion focused on making the most of later adulthood and finding purpose and fulfillment. Cost: $100. For info or to register, visit catalog.shorelineadulted.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16 Paint-a-Plow: 1 to 4:45 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children can stamp their handprints on a town snowplow that will be active during the winter. Registration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress accordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Comedy in the Creek: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Features comedian Alex Clark with Marcus Monroe, host Jasmine Mills and musical guest Jay Tori. For info or tickets, call 203315-1901 or visit LegacyTheatreCT.org.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 Paint-a-Plow: 11 a.m. to noon. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children can stamp their handprints on a town snowplow that will be active during the winter. Registration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress accordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Assessing the Best Care Options: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Library Community Room, 3 Old Post Road, Northford. Julie Cruz, RN, CSA, discusses evaluating care choices based on individual needs, preferences and circumstances, and developing a perYour Vote Counts. It Really Does!: sonalized plan that promotes safety, inde6:30 to 8 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, pendence and quality of life. Registration 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Presented by the League of Women Voters of is required. For info or to register, call 203484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org. the East Shore in recognition of National Voter Registration Day. Features a presentation about the importance of voting. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. See page 27

LIVING • GUILFORD COURIER • SEPTEMBER 10, 2026

Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters Open Friday Night Folk Season Press Release from Friday Night Folk

Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters will kick off Friday Night Folk’s fall season Friday, Sept. 18, at 7:30 p.m. at Unity Hall at All Souls UU in New London. Gallatin and resophonic guitarist Roger Williams, powerhouses in the New England music scene, explore their mutual love of country standards, served up with an acoustic treatment in the bluegrass vein. They are joined by Williams’ son, JD, a Berklee College of Music graduate who complements his father’s style in the time-honored tradition of musical consanguinity, and veteran bassist Bob Dick, formerly of the bluegrass band Front Range and founder of New England’s Blackstone Valley Bluegrass. The result is a toe-tapping blend of heartfelt vocals, soaring harmonies, and red-hot picking that is traditional yet modern and distinct. “Amy’s voice hits you like a refreshing warm breeze, her perfect diction and crystal clear tone seemingly effortless and at the same time passionate,” according to British Bluegrass News. Americana radio host Ed McKeon says, “Amy’s vocals, with the power and tone of her voice, are tempered by Roger’s baritone which has been sanded smooth.” Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Tickets for students and active military members with ID are $10. Seats may be reserved at the advance price through Humanitix or by calling the All Souls office at 860-4430316 by Thursday, Sept. 17. A livestream will be available the night of the concert on the All Souls New London YouTube channel. Unity Hall at All Souls UU is located at 19 Jay St., New London.

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Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters will open Friday Night Folk’s fall season Friday, Sept. 18, at Unity Hall at All Souls UU in New London. The group features, from left, Bob Dick, Roger Williams, Amy Gallatin, and JD Williams.

New England Pirates: 6:30 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., Chester. Presentation on pirates and pirate Virtual Author Talk with Yasmine Cheyenne: 2 p.m. hunters of New England during the Golden Age of Piracy, Online. Features a conversation with wellness expert Yas- including why people became pirates, life aboard pirate mine Cheyenne about her book, The Comeback Era: From ships, weapons and tactics, politics, and the decline of Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Registration piracy. All ages welcome. Registration required. For info required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit or to register, call 860-526-0018 or email hchlibrary.org. Library@ChesterCT.org. Continued from page 26

Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Cheyenne: 2 p.m. Virtual. Yasmine Cheyenne discusses her book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Constitution Day Celebration: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Students from Clinton, Branford, North Branford, Guilford, Killingworth, and Madison will read the U.S. Constitution in full. State Senator Christine Cohen will be a special guest. Light refreshments and a free pocket-sized copy of the Constitution will be provided. Free and open to the public. For info, email eastshoreleague@yahoo.com.

God of Carnage: A Staged Reading: 7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Presented by the Moses Gunn/Norman Marshall Play Co. For info or to register (required), call 203-4888702 or visit wwml.org/events. Shoreline Sailing Club Meeting: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Open to adults ages 35 and older interested in sailing, boating, and social activities. First-time guests are free; admission is $10 for returning guests. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

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

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Michael Langlois. Explores how the musicals 1776 and Hamilton interpret the story of America's founding. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. See page 29

SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING

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A watercolor by Deb Paulson is featured in Into the Center, an exhibition pairing her artwork with tanka poetry by Jean Golicz.

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Waves and surf are the subject of a watercolor by Deb Paulson featured in Into the Center at Mercy by the Sea.

Art and Poetry Meet in Into the Center Press Release from Mercy by the Sea

Into the Center, a new exhibition by Jean Golicz and Deb Paulson, is on view through Oct. 1 at the Mary C. Daly RSM Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea in Madison. The exhibit is the second in a series by the two friends, following last year’s Into the Light. Golicz says the process of bringing her poetry and Paulson’s art together took center stage. The pair examined “how we’re moving in a certain direction that can be illuminated, shadowed, and centered with regard to a space or a place,” she says. Golicz’s poems, written in the ancient Japanese lyric form of tanka, came first. Each poem, she says, was shaped through prayer along the shoreline at Mercy by the Sea. Luminosity became a unifying theme for the poems and paintings. Paulson began researching luminosity in watercolor and found the technique of the late painter Nita Engle. The method begins by soaking the paper, then laying down concentrated washes of the three transparent primary colors — yellow where the light source will be, red beside it, and blue on the outside. The sheet is then misted, tipped, and turned until the pigments blend on their own. After that foundation dries, she paints in the image. “I knew this was the process I wanted to use for this show because it echoes the surrender and luminosity we’re trying to get to,” Paulson says. “It’s both spontaneous, sort of controlled, but not really controlled.” Neither artist knew where the other would land. What they did know was that when their two art forms came together, the relationship between them became part of the work. “It’s a symbiosis,” Paulson says of their pairing. “I don’t think either is as powerful without the other.” Paulson says the path toward the exhibition’s central idea is “extremely spiritual, because you can only get to the center by surrendering your personal ego.”

She describes it as a process and journey in which preferences arise from the ego. “The ego arises from this sort of psyche that all your fears or good things have built up,” she says. “If you can dismantle all of that through your life and get to the center, then that’s luminosity.” For Golicz, that surrender is what she hopes visitors carry with them. “The most important thing is this idea that as we center ourselves, we’re simultaneously open to the spirit, open to the divine, and being able to hear that voice,” she says. Paulson holds a BFA from the University of Connecticut and an MFA from Simmons University. In addition to being a painter, she has been a video producer, professional weaver, basket maker, and children’s book reviewer. The Deep River resident has been a student of Zen Buddhism for 38 years. Paulson spent her adolescence sailing the East Coast and offshore to Bermuda and the Caribbean with her family. When she bought her sailboat five years ago, she became engrossed in the challenge of painting waves in watercolor. She later realized her effort to paint the nature of waves was also a way of working through the long-held trauma of a sailing trip she took in her late 20s. During the voyage, her family’s 37-foot sailboat was caught in a tropical storm with 50-knot winds and 30-foot seas. “It was terrifying,” she recalls. “I was convinced to the rock bottom of my soul — I was going to die.” While working on Into the Light and its focus on darkness, Paulson had an epiphany. “Darkness, both physical and emotional, is the matrix of creativity,” she says. Through Into the Center, that journey continues. After retiring as a humanities and social sciences teacher, Golicz transitioned to ministry, completing her postgraduate sixth year in pastoral counseling and a doc-

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Artist Deb Paulson, a Deep River resident, combines her lifelong connection to sailing and the sea with her exploration of watercolor in Into the Center.

toral dissertation in eco-spirituality. The Old Saybrook resident seeks to deepen her understanding of the Creator, creation, and all creatures, including her rescued animals. The Into the Light poems and paintings grew from a friendship that began on the shores of Long Island Sound. Golicz and Paulson continue to “chilly dip” year-round, enjoying the contrast of the water during a full moon and at sunrise. The Mary C. Daly RSM Art Gallery is located at Mercy by the Sea, 167 Neck Road, Madison, and is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Mercy by the Sea is set on 33 acres along Long Island Sound and offers retreats, programs, and space for personal growth, professional development, and contemplation. For more information, visit mercybythesea.org or call 203-245-0401.

LIVING • GUILFORD COURIER • SEPTEMBER 10, 2026

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A witch takes flight among the flowers during a previous FestiFall celebration in Essex Village. FestiFall returns Saturday, Oct. 3, with activities throughout the village.

Skeletons take to the rigging in a Halloween display during a previous FestiFall celebration in Essex Village. The theme for this year’s FestiFall Scarecrow Contest is “Haunted History.”

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Costumed characters join the fall fun outside Toys Ahoy during a previous FestiFall celebration in Essex Village. This year’s event will include games, crafts, vendors, merchant activities, and a returning scarecrow contest.

FestiFall Returns to Essex with Expanded Celebration Press Release from the Essex Board of Trade

The Essex Board of Trade will bring back its popular FestiFall celebration Saturday, Oct. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m., with an expanded afternoon of fall fun, family activities, shopping, games, food, and community festivities throughout Essex Village. Building on the success of last year’s event, this year’s FestiFall will feature additional activities designed to encourage visitors to enjoy the village and discover all that Essex has to offer. FestiFall activities will take place from North Main Street, along Main Street, and to the foot of Main Street at the Connecticut River Museum. “We are excited to bring FestiFall back

to Essex and make it even bigger and more engaging this year,” says Cheryl Harger, president of the Essex Board of Trade. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for our businesses, community organizations, and residents to come together. We hope people will spend the afternoon exploring, playing, shopping, and enjoying everything Essex has to offer.” Among the planned activities are lawn games, including giant Connect 4 and cornhole, a pumpkin scavenger hunt, crafts around town, pop-up vendors, merchant activities, and food, with additional entertainment and attractions to be announced. A caricature artist and petting zoo are also being planned, thanks to community sponsorship and support.

The FestiFall Scarecrow Contest will return as part of the celebration. Community members, businesses, and organizations will be invited to create their own scarecrows, with completed creations displayed throughout Essex during October. This year’s theme is “Haunted History.” “FestiFall is really about creating an afternoon where there is something fun around every corner,” says Sarah Grote, administrator of the Essex Board of Trade. “This year, we’re working to expand the activities and encourage people to move throughout the village and support our local shops and businesses. We want visitors to come for the festivities and stay to experience Essex.” Local merchants are encouraged to par-

ticipate throughout the event by offering crafts, activities, specials, or other fallthemed experiences. Community organizations and local businesses interested in participating or sponsoring FestiFall activities are encouraged to contact the Essex Board of Trade. Additional details, including the full schedule of activities, participating businesses, scarecrow contest information, and the pumpkin scavenger hunt map, will be available at ExperienceEssexCT.com as plans are finalized. FestiFall is free and open to the public. FestiFall and the Scarecrow Contest are sponsored by the Essex Board of Trade.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticutmade crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org

Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Road. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy products, flowers, prepared foods, and locally made products from Connecticut vendors. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com.

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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ONGOING EVENTS Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketmanager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleyfarm.com.

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Runners gather at the starting line for a previous Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase. The annual event returns Saturday, Oct. 17, with a timed 5K and, new this year, a 2-mile walk.

Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase Adds 2-Mile Walk Press Release from Ivoryton Library

The Ivoryton Library will host its annual Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase on Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Ivoryton Green. New this year, the event will include a 2-mile walk in addition to the traditional timed 5K run. The walk will travel from the green to the entrance of Falls River Preserve and back, while the 5K course travels down Main Street, through Falls River Park and returns to the green. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., with both the

5K and 2-mile walk starting at 9 a.m. A post-race celebration will feature treats and prizes, including a new award for best costume. Free T-shirts are guaranteed to participants who register by Wednesday, Sept. 16. Group discounts are available for groups of four or more, and age-based discounts are available for participants 17 and younger. For information or to register, visit runsignup.com/Race/CT/Ivoryton/ IvorytonPumpkinChase.

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33 Bay Path Way Unit 33: Edward C. and Eva M. Puleo to John and Elizabeth A. Lira, $315,000 on Aug. 19 150 Chestnut Street: Predrag Boskovic to Miranda Nazario and Joseph Foschini, $469,000 on Aug. 17 10 Clancy Road: Janet A. Garrity to Garrett Krier and Trista Sanderson, $650,000 on Aug. 20 9 Fifth Avenue: James W. and Doris B. Barber to 9 5th Seaside LLC, $285,000 on Aug. 21 18 Howd Avenue: Alexander Altermatt to Eleftherios Gionteris, $500,000 on Aug. 19 24 Manorwood Drive Unit 24: Mark and Linda Bendel to Elizabeth J. Rider, $310,000 on Aug. 17 687-689 West Main Street: Paul J. and Barbara P. Racette to Helem Realty LLC, $512,500 on Aug. 20 689 West Main Street: Paul J. and Barbara P. Racette to Helem Realty LLC, $512,500 on Aug. 20

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10 Alden Drive: Estate of Cecilia S. Lester and Paula J. Lester to Alexa Schmidt, $300,000 on Aug. 17 1 Blake Avenue: Frederick C. Morro to Frederick Morro, $300,000 on Aug. 17

252 Cow Hill Road: Taras Yatsula to Janice Stosonis, $540,000 on Aug. 20

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5 Hurd Bridge Road: Wilson B. Santiago and Blanca Solis to Guillermo R. Cano and Liliana M R. Gonzalez, $640,000 on Aug. 17 88 Ironworks Road: Philip J. Eininger to Matthew J. Polick, $440,000 on Aug. 17

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8 Antoinette Lane: John T. and Julia Souvlis to Dennis P. Mcginley and Colleen D. Phelan, $820,000 on Aug. 17 274 Church Street Unit 8C: John C Brettman Real Estate Trust and John C. Brettman to 274 Church St Assoc LLC, $265,000 on Aug. 20

59 Old Post Road #H-3: Jeffrey P. Guilford Yacht Club Unit 936: Colvin to Keegan M. Dostie, $280,000 on Michael F E. and Merim S. Crossley to Aug. 18 Bartholomew L. and Janice L. Mansi, $17,500 on Aug. 19 21 Riverside Drive: Tobi R. and Jeffrey Becker to Paul L Maresca T and 50 Ledge Hill Road: Philip A. and Paul L. Maresca, $679,900 on Aug. 21 Sarah N. Michaelson to Olivia R. and Sam W. Rooney, $710,000 on Aug. 19 41 Sunnybrook Lane: Matthew R. McManus to Katherine E. Porter, 1399 Long Hill Road: Sam W. and $451,900 on Aug. 17 Olivia Rooney to Stefani and Matthew Power, $616,000 on Aug. 18

EAST HAVEN 33 Allison Way Unit 33: Patricia Bryant to Michael F. and Valerie J. Sim, $400,000 on Aug. 18 21 Alpine Drive: Kristyn Camera to Frank P. and Riana Camera, $390,000 on Aug. 19 2 Carmen Street: Estate of Barbara G. Corso and Phillip Corso to 528 Mcclary Re Group LLC, $329,000 on Aug. 21 21 Carmen Street: Estate of Barbara G. Corso and Phillip Corso to 528 Mcclary Re Group LLC, $329,000 on Aug. 21 318 Cosey Beach Avenue: Jrjfam LLC to Lisa Siders and David Caracciolo, $1,212,500 on Aug. 18 21 Highland Avenue: Nayab Ahmed to Yusuf Celik, $400,000 on Aug. 18

80 Seaview Terrace Unit 32: Estate of Linda R. Nickerson and Christian J. Conte to Steven Fleck, $605,000 on Aug. 20 9 Sparrow Bush Lane: Steven Fleck to Philip Eininger and Jana Young, $650,000 on Aug. 17 441 Water Street: Darriell F. Rolka to Kathleen L Gold Real Estate Trust and Kathleen L. Gold, $645,000 on Aug. 17

KILLINGWORTH 7 Bethke Road: Peter David and Joy C. Woolley to Raine Pike, $774,907 on Aug. 18 10 Grace Lane Unit 12: Brett Tiberio and Sarah Elizabeth Trapp to Stephen P. and Alisha Regan, $895,000 on Aug. 19

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880 Boston Post Road: Richard K. and Linda S. Anderson to Meredith Kinsman and Daken Vanderburg, $2,145,000 on Aug. 18 52 East Wharf Road: Kelly A. Levinson to Mark J. Schiefsky and Mary E. Sarotte, $1,940,000 on Aug. 19 3 Esterly Farms Road Unit 3: Darlene Cofrancesco to Alan Dean, $450,000 on Aug. 19 81-A Middle Beach Road: Robert C Shee Lt and Robert C. Shee to Nancy Shariff, $2,495,000 on Aug. 17

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • COMMUNITY NEWS

Don’t Let the People who did this to NEHANTIC STATE FOREST Do it to THE PRESERVE! TELL DEEP TO STOP!

COME TO THE MEETING AT OLD SAYBROOK TOWN HALL: September 16th, 9 AM TELL THEM TO STOP DEEP’S PLAN for STAND 10; 56 acres adjacent to Ingham Hill Parking Lot

Call YOUR REPRESENTATIVES Governor Lamont: 860-566-4840

Old Saybrook’s First Selectman Carl Fortuna’s office: 860-395-3123 State Senator Norm Needleman’s office: 860-240-0428 State Senator Martha Marx’s office: 860-240-0436

DEEP Acting Commissioner Emma Cimino’s Office: 860-424-3387 Website: ThePreserveProtect.org Email: ThePreserveProtect@gmail.com

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