Town Spotlights Septic System Education, Maintenance
By Aaron Rubin
Staff Writer
The Town of Guilford continues its proactive efforts to educate residents and improve local septic systems, following the national recognition of Sept. 15–19 as “SepticSmart Week.”
SepticSmart Week is an initiative by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) designed to raise awareness about the importance of proper septic system care and maintenance. Municipalities are encouraged to participate by organizing educational events, sharing resources online, and engaging residents through town websites and social media.
Like communities across the country, the Guilford Board of Selectmen (BOS) officially recognized SepticSmart Week by signing a
proclamation at its July 21 meeting. The proclamation emphasized that “proper septic system use and routine care are vital to protecting public health, preserving our highly valued groundwater, lakes, streams, and waterways,” and cited the EPA program as a tool for local health officials to educate residents.
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Dancing Into WelcomeFest
Tere Luna performs Mexican folk songs and dances with guests as guitarist Val Ramos accompanies her during WelcomeFest at the Henry Whitfield State Museum in Guilford on Sept. 14. The free community event features live music, kindness rock painting, the interactive UNITY art project—where participants wrap yarn around poles to represent their identities—and tours of the Whitfield House, Connecticut’s oldest home.
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Guilford Art League’s 77th annual Juried Exhibit and Sale is now on view........................................25
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Annette Melvin: All Newcomers, Neighbors Are Welcome
By Aaron Rubin
Staff Writer
Moving to a new town can be overwhelming, especially when it’s hard to know where to go or how to make new friends.
Annette Melvin, the new president of the Guilford Newcomers & Neighbors, understands that experience firsthand—and she also knows how meaningful it can be when a community helps you feel right at home.
Annette moved to Guilford in 2019 and joined the Newcomers & Neighbors in 2024, motivated by a desire to meet new people after changes to her social circle in the post-pandemic period.
“Like many people after the pandemic, I found that friends had moved away or were working remotely, and without a traditional office setting or children in school, I wasn’t sure how to meet people locally,” she says. “The Newcomers & Neighbors club gave me that opportunity. It pro-
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vided a welcoming way to make connections, build friendships, and feel part of the community.”
She started by joining the club’s book group—her first experience with a book club, despite spending three decades in publishing.
“After working in book publishing in New York for 30 years, I had never actually belonged to a book club—most of my friends were already in long-established ones, and I never found a way in,”
Annette says. “Joining was exciting because I could finally share some behind-the-scenes insights from the industry while enjoying the fresh perspective of fellow readers.”
In addition to the book club,
Annette enjoys the club’s wine tastings, trivia nights, and other gatherings. She’s also hoping to explore new group outings soon, like an escape room adventure or mystery dinner.
“It’s been a great way to form a new circle of friends while trying something new,” she says.
Annette will serve as the organization’s president for the 2025–2026 season. Its kickoff event will be held on Friday, Sept. 26, at Dudley Farm from 6 to 8 p.m. Last year, she served as the hospitality/social chair. Through that role, she recognized a growing need for members to connect beyond the monthly, board-organized events.
Expanded social opportunities and meeting the wide range of member interests will be her “main focus” this year, she says.
To that end, she has reinstated the club’s special interest group coordinator position. The role is
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Photo Courtesy of Annette Melvin Annette Melvin is the new president of the Guilford Newcomers and Neighbors organization this year
When I last checked, the majority of Guilford voters were registered as Independents or Unaffiliated (7,493) vs. Republican (3,720) or Democrat (6,793). A surprising fact, but maybe not. The reasons vary, but generally many residents are tired of party politics, especially at the national and state level. Politics has gotten ugly.
There was a time when Guilford avoided the rancor of party politics except during the “silly season” of campaigning. Regrettably, that tradition is slowly fading. Republican leadership became too conservative and Democrats too progressive. Alas, there was the birth of a new local group, the Guilford Independent Party (IP), aiming to represent the majority of unaffiliated voters disenchanted with the major parties. IP is made up of moderate-thinking residents more concerned about preserving everything that is good about Guilford vs. tearing everything down. The current IP incumbents have worked very well with the current administrations in addressing most of the concerns in town.
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This spirit of cooperation is quite refreshing and has worked out well for Guilford.
You likely recall the “A plus C” campaign of several years ago when likeminded residents rallied to join forces in defending an assault being waged on the Board of Education. Today, many of those same residents remain dedicated to protecting our town from partisan politics. In fact, there is a new slate of independents seeking office this year, again on Row C.
They aren’t tied to either major party. They’re tied to Guilford. They’re smart, professional, experienced, dedicated citizens with decades of service on town boards, commissions, local nonprofits, and civic boards. They have proven track records and remain committed to putting the community first—always. On Election Day, send a clear message: Guilford deserves leadership that rises above politics. Vote Row C. Kenneth Wilson Guilford
Guilford Free Library, 67 Park Street offers Learn to Speak Italian: A Two-Level Course series on five Fridays from Oct. 3 through Nov 7 (no class on Oct. 31). The two-part course series is designed for adult learners and includes both beginner and intermediate levels. Both levels are taught by Fabiana Papaleoni, a native Italian speaker and experienced educator. The program is free and open to all, but spots are limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, call 203-4538282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.
LittleSproutsLearningCenterExpandsPrograms
To better meet the needs of the Guilford community, Little Sprouts Learning Center is now offering infant care starting at 6 weeks old, along with extended year-round, center-wide hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Spots are available in all programs and enrollment is ongoing for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. For more information, call 203-457-4769 or visit Little Sprouts Learning Center at 169 Ledge Hill Road, Guilford.
GUILFORD TOWN MEETINGS
Wednesday,Sept.24
NOTE: Call the town clerk at 203-453-8001 or visit the Guilford town website at www.ci.guilford.ct.us to learn how to participate in the following meetings: : 7 p.m.
Thursday,Sept.25
Thursday,Sept.18 Human Rights Commission
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Maria Caulfield Living Editor
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Eric O’Connell Harbor News
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Giles Garre
Guilford
Gilles “Gil” Germaine Garre, age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sept. 3, 2025, in the comfort of his home. He was the devoted husband of Debra (Degenhardt) Garre. Born on Dec. 5, 1933, in St. Eugene, Canada, Gil was the son of the late Arthur and Cora (Lanoie) Garre. Growing up on a farm in Canada, Gil learned the value of hard work and humility at a young age. Those lessons, long days, strong family ties, and faith in God shaped the man he would become. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran, having served in Manheim, Germany, and in the U.S. National Guard assisting with rescue efforts during the Flood of 1955.
Gil was an entrepreneur at an early age. Over the span of 65 years, he founded as a sole proprietor or with partners, operated, and/or managed several construction companies, such as Richie Drywall in Brookfield, Drywall Associates, Newtown Drywall, Wallboard Distributors, and Drywall Supply in Newtown, and Ellenville Associates. Over the many years in business, his partners and employees became part of his extended family, many the recipients of Gil’s help and generosity.
While Gil was highly successful in his businesses, his legacy will be of the kind, humble, honest, and generous man he was. A man of deep faith, Gil lived his life in service to God and the Church. From his early years as an altar boy to the faithful prayer groups and religious pilgrimages in which he participated, Gil found strength and purpose in his Catholic faith. He was devoted to the Eucharistic, serving the host with reverence while at St. Joseph Parish, and he took immense joy in volunteering in collections, bazaars, and all other parish activities throughout his life.
Gil always gave generously of himself, selflessly donating to others in need. Above all, his greatest spiritual joy and proudest blessing was when his beloved wife chose to go through the RCIA process and joined him in his faith. Together, they lived a life rooted in prayer, devotion, and love. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, and uncle, Gil lived his life with integrity and love. He showed his family that success is not just mea-
sured in wealth or accomplishments, but in the love you give and in the lives you touched.
He was a frequent volunteer for the St. George Food Pantry, helped to build and maintain the St. George Healing Garden for numerous years, had the honor to host a Shoreline reception for Archbishop Blaire in October 2023, and was the leader of The Weekly Rosary Prayer Group at St. Margaret Church. In addition to Debra, his beloved and devoted wife of 43 years, Gil is survived by his children: Nancy Kline and her husband, Mikel, of Charlotte, North Carolina; Paul Garre and daughter-inlaw, Teresalina, of Waterbury; Peter Garre and his partner, Victoria, of Punta Gorda, Florida; Thomas Garre of Waterbury; and Maureen Maddox of Charlotte, North Carolina, and his sonin-law, Harry Maddox. His beloved grandchildren are Matthew, Jacob, Amanda, Madeline, Brayan, Harrison, and Sergio. He also leaves his brother, Marcel Garre, and his wife, Erica, of Florida; his sister, Giselle Barrett, and her husband, Fred, of Florida; and his sister-in-law, Linda Garre, of Woodbury. He also leaves Debra’s siblings: Art Degenhardt and his wife, Willie; Donna Coulson and her partner, John; Terri White and her partner, Guy; and Jay Degenhardt and his wife, Jenni; his niece and goddaughter, Sharon Carilli, and her family, including her husband, Joseph, and her sons, James, to whom Gilles was especially close, and Joseph; as well as numerous other nieces and nephews who surrounded him with love.
A Funeral Mass for Gil will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at St. George Catholic Church, 33 Whitfield Street in Guilford. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following the Mass from noon to 3 p.m. in the church hall. Entombment will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Gilles’ name may be made to St. George Church Youth Group for their Mission Fund, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford, CT 06437. Maiorano Funeral Home in Waterbury has been entrusted with all arrangements. To sign the online guestbook, or to leave condolences for the family, please visit www.maioranofuneralhome.com.
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Darling Clementine
Story by Carol Andrecs
Clementine and one kitten were rescued at an apartment complex after being observed outside together for over a month. Both are beautiful orange and white cats who are learning to adjust to the good life inside. Clementine is very mellow and low key, with unique markings and magnetic expressions. This young mom, who took such good care of her baby, is now ready for a home of her own. If you would you like to meet Clementine, please visit our shelter any Saturday during the Open House or apply online at www.forgottenfelinesct.org.
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Find Your Match At Forgotten Felines:
Forgotten Felines holds an Open House every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary.
Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedicated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facility clean and organized. If you can donate 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.
The VFW welcomes vendors for its annual tag sale Saturday, Sept. 27, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Guilford VFW Hall, 57 Mill Road. Tables cost $20 each. For more information or to register for a spot, call 203-689-5068.
CountdowntotheGuilfordFair
The Guilford Fair takes place Friday, Sept. 19, from 4 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 21, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Lane. The fair features live music and entertainment, games, rides, food, children’s activities, tractor pulls, and more. Admission costs $15 for adults and children 12 years and up; $10 for veterans, current military members with ID, and seniors 62 years and up; and free for children 11 years and under. A three-day pass costs $40. For more information, visit guilfordfair.org.
LVVSHoldsFall2025ESLTutorWorkshop
Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore (LVVS) is accepting applications for its fall 2025 tutor training workshop. No experience is needed, only a desire to learn another culture and help someone in the community. Through a 14-hour program conducted over eight sessions, individuals learn how to teach English to adult residents from around the world who want to learn or improve their English language skills. Potential tutors can choose one of two sessions, 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 7 to 8:30 p.m. The morning session is held in person at the LVVS office in the Westbrook Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive, while the evening session is a hybrid of in-person and virtual meetings via Zoom. The next training session runs from Thursday, Sept. 25, through Thursday, Oct. 30. An online self-facilitated training option is available for those unable to attend the in-person workshop. A $35 donation is requested for the training materials provided. To apply, visit www.lvvs.org. For more information, contact the LVVS office at 860-399-0280 or jargersinger@lvvs.org.
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designed to “encourage more member-led activities and create smaller groups within the group,”
Annette says.
“These might be familiar ones like the book club, or new ones such as golf, pickleball, hiking, or card and game nights,” she adds. “These subgroups make it possible for people to pursue activities they enjoy, even if their spouse or longtime friends aren’t interested.”
This broader range of offerings reflects a recent change in the organization’s name. Annette notes that the group was renamed from Guilford Newcomers Club to Guilford Newcomers & Neighbors to better reflect its evolving identity.
“Our membership includes not only people new to Guilford, but also longtime residents and neighbors from nearby towns,” she says. “The new name makes it clear that everyone is welcome. In fact, some of the best parts of our club are when new and longtime residents come together—newcomers discover hidden gems of the Shoreline, and longtime locals find new friends, too.”
Some of her favorite moments have come from themed events and smaller gatherings like the women’s dinner and daytime meetups, “where it’s
easier to connect on a more personal level.”
“What I find most rewarding, though, is watching members who arrive not knowing anyone start to form real friendships,” she says. “The club has a wonderful way of turning ‘new neighbors’ into a true community.”
Annette adds that even longtime Guilford residents can benefit from the group.
“This group helps people feel at home faster. Even for longtime residents, it’s a way to meet new friends and stay connected,” she says. “I’ve seen firsthand how much of a difference it makes when someone is greeted warmly at their first event or introduced to others who share their interests. That sense of belonging is the heart of what we do.”
At the Sept. 26 kickoff, attendees will find interest-based tables organized by activity or topic—an idea Annette hopes will help people “find their people” and spark new ideas for future subgroups.
She’s also working on updating the club’s website and newsletter to “make it easy for members to stay connected and get involved.”
More information about the Guilford Newcomers & Neighbors, including membership details, is available at guilfordnewcomers.com/membership. Questions may be directed to GNCmembershipinfo@ gmail.com.
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Town Spotlights Septic System Education, Maintenance
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While such proclamations are “often largely symbolic,” said First Selectman Matt Hoey, this one addresses real and pressing concerns for Guilford homeowners and businesses.
“What we’re trying to do is bring attention to the importance of appropriate septic system maintenance, which includes regularly scheduled pump-outs and overall taxation of your system,” Hoey said. “Those can be pretty expensive to replace.”
Guilford Director of Health Sonia Brinckwirth said the recognition was “really important” for a town that runs entirely on septic, making resident education essential to public health.
“We really want to push the word out of educating yourself about your septic system,” said Brinckwirth. “If you have a septic system, you should know where it is.”
One place homeowners can start is at Town Hall, where property records—including the location of septic systems—are available. Brinckwirth said the Health Department is also developing new resources to help residents identify the locations of their septic systems and private wells, with plans to make those documents accessible online.
Terri Cain of the Water Pollution Control Authority
stressed the importance of public education, especially in a shoreline town like Guilford.
“Our coastal location calls for us to be responsible consumers and caregivers to the health of our environment,” she said.
Cain noted that the impact of rising sea levels, driven by climate change, poses significant challenges for wastewater treatment. She added that as sea levels rise, both septic systems and wastewater facilities may require new protections or upgrades.
The Health Department is also working to establish a local task force that will make recommendations for septic regulation. The initiative is mandated under new state public health statutes passed this year. The task force will advise town bodies on best practices for protecting public health, reducing harmful chemical impacts, and avoiding high long-term system costs to the town’s environment and future housing developments.
Looking ahead, one of the town’s top priorities is a study titled “Hydraulic Impact on Conventional Septic Systems.” The study aims to evaluate how seasonal changes in precipitation and groundwater levels are affecting subsurface sewage disposal systems (SSDS) in parts of Guilford’s town center.
Its findings could help shape potential remedies for properties already facing strain from changing environ-
GAL77thAnnualJuriedExhibitandSale
The Guilford Art League (GAL) holds its 77th annual juried exhibit and sale at the Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, through Saturday, Sept. 27. The show is juried by Laura Leonard, curator at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford. For more information, call co-chairs Brooke Sheldon at 203-745-7803 or Sheila Kaczmarek at 203-645-8827.
LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF GUILFORD ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
NOTICE is hereby given that on Thursday, September 25, 2025, the Guilford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Virtual Public Hearing at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom to hear the following applications:
34 South Fair Street (Map 32 Lot 54, Zone R-1). Applicant/Owner: Jane and Clifford Bechtold. Application to vary side setback to 4 ft where 8 ft is required (§3.4.A.6.a).
146 State Street (Map 46 Lot 127B, Zone R-1). Applicant/Agent: Emily Grochowski for Owners: Fredrich and Jane Olsen. Application to vary total height of an accessory dwelling unit to 28 ft 4 in where 25 ft is allowed and the average height of an accessory dwelling unit to 20 ft 7 in where 20 ft is allowed (§3.4.A.12.b).
830 Boston Post Road (Map 47 Lot 22B, Zone SC). Applicant/Agent: Patrick Lewis with All Electric Construction & Communication for Owner: Shorline Plaza LLC. Application to allow roof-mounted solar as principal use (commercial energy generation) per (§8.1.B) and to allow commercial energy generation as a principal use in the SC zone via Special Permit (§4.11.B.4).
A copy of these applications is available for inspection in the Planning & Zoning office and on the town’s website www.guilfordct.gov. At this hearing, persons may attend by either phone or web connection and shall be heard. All written correspondence shall be submitted to hallya@ guilfordct.gov. Dial 203-453-8039 for assistance.
Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 11th day of September 2025 - Steve Kops, Chairman
mental conditions. The results are expected to benefit public health, environmental integrity, and town energy efficiency—particularly for businesses in the growing downtown area.
Twelve septic systems currently serve the greater downtown district, and each is critical to the safe operation of shops and restaurants.
“The downtown area over the past five to seven years has seen a significant growth in the restaurant business,” Hoey said. “There’s a lot more stuff going into the ground, which means it’s taxing the systems more regularly. So, we will eventually look at what kind of capacity we have back there—which could include some kind of shared system amongst the various tenants.”
As part of its broader strategy, the town is also considering updates to its septic ordinance to make it more “stringent,” according to Brinckwirth. She emphasized that any changes would align with, not contradict, the state health code. The ordinance revision would require approval at a town meeting.
Finally, the Health Department is working with the Planning and Zoning Commission on a project that addresses both coastal resiliency and septic reliability—two issues increasingly intertwined in an era of climate change.
TaxExemptions
The Assessor’s Office for the Town of Guilford offers property tax exemptions for veterans, including disabled veterans; active-duty military personnel; disabled or blind taxpayers; specially equipped or modified vehicles for transporting an incapacitated individual; farm machinery and farm buildings; and farm, forest, and open space land. For more information, including deadlines, call 203-453-8010 or visit ci.guilford.ct.us/departments/assessor.
Legal Notice
Guilford Inland Wetlands Commission
At its regular meeting on September 10, 2025 the Guilford Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: Robert & Michelle Inahuazo, 35 Hart Road, Guilford, Connecticut, Assessors Map 106, Lot 21A, After the Fact Regulated Activity, After the Fact filling, grading and installation of a concrete patio and retaining wall. Proposed extension of concrete patio, paving of shared driveway and installation of drainage system within Guilford Inland Wetlands 100-foot upland jurisdiction of a wetland and/or watercourse.
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: Albert Lazri (Lazri Home Building LLC), 147 Blue Hills Drive, Guilford, Connecticut, Assessors Map 128, Lot 3-72, After the Fact Regulated Activity, Proposed house within Guilford Inland Wetlands 100-foot upland jurisdiction of a wetland and/or watercourse.
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: Charles L. Kurmay, 316 Little Meadow Road, Guilford, Connecticut, Assessors Map 86, Lot 2, After the Fact Regulated Activity, Expansion of existing septic system from 1,000 to 1,250 gallons and add one additional leeching trench within Guilford Inland Wetlands 100-foot upland jurisdiction of a wetland and/or watercourse.
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: Marianne & John Jillson, Anderson Surveying LLC (Agent), Durham Road, Guilford, Connecticut, Assessors Map 128, Lot 3-66, Regulated Activity, New house construction within Guilford Inland Wetlands 100-foot upland jurisdiction of a wetland and/or watercourse.
APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: Jane & Fredrich Olsen, Anderson Surveying LLC (Agent),146 State Street, Guilford, Connecticut, Assessors Map 46, Lot 127-B, 76 Linear Foot Boundary Clarification and Regulated Activity, New house construction within Guilford Inland Wetlands 100-foot upland jurisdiction of a wetland and/ or watercourse.
Jeff Parker, Chairman
WanttoPlayChess?
Shoreline Chess Club welcomes new members. The club meets from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays at the Guilford Community Center, 32 Church Street. All levels are welcome. For more information, call 203-675-7717.
GACOpensRegistrationforFallAdultandYouthPrograms
Registration is now open for fall classes and workshops for youth and adults at the Guilford Art Center (GAC). Class types are blacksmithing, ceramics, drawing, fiber, glass, metals, painting, printmaking, weaving, and other special interests. For more information, contact the Guilford Art Center at 203-453-5947 or info@guilfordartcenter.org, or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
LEGAL NOTICE
GUILFORD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a VIRTUAL Public Hearing Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6 P.M. via the ZOOM platform by using the following link. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6396320192 Meeting ID: 639 632 0192
The following applications will be heard:
480 New England Road (Map 84 Lot 34, Zone R-5). Applicant/Agent: Michael Ott of Summer Hill Engineers on behalf of Owner: Sarah Bishop DellaVentura of BW Bishops & Sons Inc. Special Permit for deposition of 7000 CY of fill per §8.3.
146 State Street (Map 46 Lot 127B, Zone R-1). Applicant/Agent: Todd Anderson of Anderson Surveying on behalf of Owners: Fredrich & Jane Olsen. Special Permit for accessory structure exceeding 750 SF.
Copies of these applications are available for inspection in the Planning & Zoning office and on the town’s website. At this hearing, persons may attend via web connection and shall be heard. All written correspondence shall be submitted to planning.zoning@guilfordct.gov 24 hours prior to the meeting day. Documents are available at the Planning & Zoning office. Dial 203-453-8039 for assistance.
Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 18th of September 2025 – Sean Cosgrove, Chairman
LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION GUILFORD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Approved with conditions:
65 Water Street (Map 32 Lot 39, Zone R-3). Applicant/Agent: Thomas A. Stevens & Associates for Applicant/ Owner: Jonathan Howey of Fence Creek Developers. Special Permit to enlarge an existing non-conforming structure per §8.2.E.
Vineyard Point Road (Map 9 Lot 5, Zone R-5). Applicant/Agent: Todd Anderson of Anderson Surveying LLC on behalf of Owner: Kyle F. Schutz. Special Permit to allow increase of existing barn structure in excess of 750 SF per §3.3.A.3.
1940 Boston Post Road (Map 79 Lot 41 and Map 78 Lot 39, Zone BMU and SC). Agent: Attorney Marjorie Shansky for Applicant/Owner: Robert Sachs (Principal) of 1940 Boston Post Road LLC. Special Permit to allow building height in excess of 40’ per §4.5.D table notes 4.
1940 Boston Post Road (Map 79 Lot 41 and Map 78 Lot 1, Zone SC). Agent: Attorney Marjorie Shansky for Applicant/Owner: Robert Sachs (Principal) of 1940 Boston Post Road LLC. Special Permit to allow two drivethroughs in the SC zone per §4.11.C.2.c.
1940, 1960 and 1968 Boston Post Road (Map 79 Lot 41, Map 78 Lot 42, Map 78 Lot 43, Map 78 Lot 39, Map 78 Lot 1, Zones SC and BMU). Agent: Attorney Marjorie Shansky for Applicant/Owner: Robert Sachs (Principal) of 1940 Boston Post Road LLC. Site Plan application for proposed mixed-use development including 162 multi-family residential units, retail, drive-through fast food, drive-through coffee shop and a restaurant.
Land Acquisition Referral: Purchase of land on Tanner Marsh Road (Map 81 Lot 21) and Pine Grove Road (Map 81 Lots 138 & 139) as referred by the Board of Selectmen.
Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 18th of September 2025 – Sean Cosgrove, Chairman
Obituaries
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Obituary Brian Rich Guilford
Brian Rich of Guilford passed away on Aug. 20, 2025, while vacationing in Florida with his significant other, Porsha Riggio. Brian was born in Middletown in October 1966. He was born to Rose (Rich) Spingola and Gordon Rich Jr. Brian lived life to the fullest and brought joy to everyone around him. He had a gift for making friends everywhere he ventured and kept them for life. Funny, smart, spontaneous, and endlessly generous, Brian was always ready with a joke, a story, or a helping hand.
time to participate in the hobbies that he always enjoyed. Brian loved to travel the world, fish, hunt, watch NASCAR and football, have fun, and make memories. He was the life of the party, and his generosity, loyalty, and kindness left an impact on all those he crossed paths with. His heart was as big as his smile. Brian worked in the aviation industry, and through his travels, he built lasting connections and touched the lives of many. He had a natural charm. Anyone who knew him would agree that he could “sell ice to an Eskimo.”
After exploring and enduring his younger years, he was ready to settle down when he met his former spouse, Rachel (Rich) Whitman. They moved across the country back to Connecticut from Florida with Rachel’s daughter, Alexandria, who he immediately became a father to without question. With open arms and an open heart, their family began to grow. Shortly before their marriage had begun, they welcomed their daughter, Katherine, into the world.
Brian was always meant to be a family man. Starting this chapter was like completing a large portion of the puzzle that was his life. Although a family had started to bloom, he would still find
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Above all else, he loved his family and friends deeply. Brian left this world with his love, Porsha, by his side. He is survived by Rachel, the mother of his two daughters; Katherine and Alexandria, who were his pride and joy; his sister, Debra, and her husband, Colin; and his father, Gordon.
He will be remembered always for his laughter, his character, and the love he radiated. Brian was so very loved and will be missed beyond words. His spirit will live on in the wonderful memories and stories he leaves be.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Strunk Funeral Home in Vero Beach, Florida. A Celebration of Life will also be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at Clark Memorial Field, Old Saybrook. Please RSVP to this email address if you plan to attend either of these celebrations: LifeCelebration2025@gmail.com
Shoreline Soul welcomes singers for an uplifting community choral gospel workshop. Led by professional singer Angela Clemmons, this five-session workshop will run through the fall and culminate in a concert in December. All sessions are upbeat, engaging, and designed for singers of all levels. There is no sheet music—songs are taught by ear, and practice recordings will be provided. While the workshop is geared towards adults, youth who can follow lyric sheets are also invited to join. The five sessions take place from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. on Mondays, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Oct. 27, and Nov. 17. The concert, which is free and open to the public, will be on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m., with a preconcert rehearsal at 1:15 p.m. The workshop and concert will take place at the First Congregational Church, 122 Broad Street, Guilford. The workshop registration fee is $95. Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged, but registration is only complete after payment has been received. For more information, contact 203-619-1415 or shorelinesoul@gmail.com.
The Day Presents The 2025 College Fair at Great Wolf Lodge
Join us Saturday, September 27 from 10 a.m. 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.
Attendees will meet with admissions reps, explore academic options, and gather helpful resources—all in one convenient, family-friendly setting. Colleges and universities will have the opportunitytoconnectface-to-facewithmotivatedstudentsand extend their reach even further through our College Fair Guide, a comprehensive publication to be distributed at the event.
All participants will receive a printed College Fair Guide, and the event will be promoted through The Day’s trusted print and digital platforms. Other highlights include prize giveaways, an engaging atmosphere, and discounted lodging at Great Wolf Lodge on September 26 and 27 (available as long as rooms last).
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.
Girls’ and Boys’ Cross Country Shine in Big Meets, Football Wins Season Opener
By Gabby Maljanian
Editor
The Guilford girls’ cross country team traveled to Amity for the first meet of the season on Sept. 3. The Grizzlies scored 30 points as team and defeated Amity (42), Hamden (53), and Wilbur Cross (102). Olivia Jackson was the overall winner with a time of 20:48.00. Also placing were Ciara Davenport (third) and Clara Calvert (ninth). Two of Guilford’s top five scoring runners were freshmen Anna Gundersen and Dalia Dadak.
On Sept. 13, the team competed in the Wilton Invitational and finished fourth overall in the Small Schools Division. Jackson was Guilford’s top runner. She ran a personal best time of 16:03.22 over 4000 meters, placing eighth overall. Anna Gunderson, Dalia Dadak, and Sienna Brackney finished in the top 30. Also competing for the varsity team were Ella Reese Joshi, Clara Calvert, and Ciara Davenport.
The junior varsity (JV) team finished seventh overall at the same meet. Finishing in the top 30 were Ella Joorman (26th) and Megan Mariano (28th). Other runners included Elise Caporale, Paulina Garcia Scalici, Eva Danilowicz, Morgan Wilcock, Tali Silva, Shari Silva, and Vivienne Van Steenbergen. Alyssa Austin finished 39th in the Freshmen race.
On Sept. 13, the Guilford boys’ cross country team competed at the Wilton Invitational and took first place in the Small Schools Division. Despite being without a couple of top seven runners, the boys
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packed well and ran well. They got some valuable racing experience that they hope to build on as the season continues.
Junior Jordan Espinosa took sixth place in 17:24, Senior Captain Gabe Grassi claimed eighth place in 17:37, and junior David Zhang took 15th place in 18:18. Freshman Jack Coyne finished in 20th place in 18:28, and junior Caleb Hansen took 22nd place in 18:37.
“We have a lot of work to do but happy with our progression so far early in the season,” said Head Coach Jonathan Rivera.
The Guilford football team opened the season at Bristol Eastern on Sept. 12 and won 28-18. Alex Tafro had 148 yards on 12 carries with three touchdowns to lead the Grizzlies. Other key contributors included Aidan Ruotolo, who had 106 yards on 16 carries, with an interception on defense. Bodhi Climie had an opening score when he returned an interception for a touchdown to open the scoring for the game and the season.
“We played complementary football. Our defense limited them early and gave our offense time to get going,” said Head Coach Brian White. “Offensively, we picked it up in the second half, and we were able to put away a good Bristol team. We have a lot to improve upon but, it was a good start to the season.”
Olivia Jackson led the way for the Guilford girls' cross country team in its first meet of the season on Sept. 3, winning the race in a time of 20:48.00.
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Sharks Contribute to the Sound Being Healthy
One indication of a healthy habitat is the presence or increased presence of sharks, since they generally prey on the weak, sick, or distressed fish. It is that trait that helps clean up an ecosystem, allowing for a more normal, thriving environment. In that sense, we can call them caretakers of the sea. So reducing their population or entirely eliminating them from an area can have a negative impact or even harmful effect. If you ever stopped to wonder why chunking and chumming is so successful for catching sharks, now you have one of the key reasons.
Due to their keen sense of smell, sandbar sharks, for example, are often attracted to a chum slick or trail of fish parts. They are known to be opportunistic bottom feeders, and the scent trail can attract them from quite a distance away. While sandbar sharks can be intimidated when first encountering a chum slick, they can also become aggressive - especially when competing for food.
Fall is an excellent time to chunk and chum. Many other species can easily be coaxed to the hook using the same method. After all, food that predators feast on are represented in those chunks of bait, as they are impaled on a hook and are distributed through the water. In those cases, fish, like tuna and bluefish are drawn to fishermen because of the prospect of a baitfish ball offering more than just a quick bite. If one stops to think, those free tidbits offered at food stores and boutiques are basically chumming for customers. It’s all in the game, right?
Preference here is a thick, juicy chunk of mackerel to maximize scent dispersement. Using a robust rig with strong leader and circle hook is highly recommended. Then thread the hook through the thickest part of the mackerel, leaving the point of the hook exposed. It helps to mash the cut edges to release more juices and oils in order to create a scent trail. In Long Island Sound, the preferred tactic is to drop the bait to the bottom or suspend it just above it.
There are times when drift fishing may be more beneficial than chunk and chumming at anchor. Here, a fisher is lowering a chunk of bait at the appropriate depth for the species fished and drifting over some sort of bottom structure where fish may be holding. In the fall, when fish are feeding heavily while heading out to sea or following the Atlantic coast during their southerly migration, the goal is to fatten up for their trip. Intercepting a feeding school while drifting a chunk of bait is most efficient and productive. Times like these call for three-waying or diamond jig-
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ging with chunks. No doubt, there are also times when plugging the surface or spooning just below it can fire up the day.
Fish depredation is becoming more noticeably commonplace along the Atlantic coast and therefore important to fisheries management. At the moment, Access Point Angler Intercept Survey (APAIS) and Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), in conjunction with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), are actively moving forward with amending catch-andrelease data collection methodology (including citizen science) to fill gaps in recreational fishing depredation. Because it has significant socioeconomic impacts on fisheries (including loss of catch, tackle, and frustration for anglers) as well as ecological consequences, such as increased post-release mortality and inaccuracies in stock assessment, action is being taken.
On The Water
A weak low pressure passed well to the south and east prior to a cold front moving into the region. It was followed by high pressure that eventually passed offshore. Another cold front slid through, topping off a week of unsettled weather. Long Island Sound experienced wind gusts to 20 knots, as two-foot seas finally moderated to calmer conditions as northerly winds gradually shifted to a more southerly direction and water temperatures managed to remain in the low 70s. Early fall conditions brought in a series of days mixed with sun, clouds, and some rain, as air temperatures fluctuated as low as 53 degrees to a brief high of 81 degrees, with most air temperatures falling in the low to mid-70s.
Great day of catching and releasing Bass, Blues, Bonito (BBB) slams, RK of Madison sure gave his fly and spinning outfits a good workout fishing southern New England waters.
The Sound is primed for an explosive Fall Run! But will it materialize as expected? There are enough small schools of baitfish, like peanut bunker and silversides, that have sparked several blitzes. Harbor bluefish have certainly taken advantage of those, but for the past week, weakfish of varying sizes have been caught in shallow water to 15 feet, suddenly making them a target species. Though weakies fall for squid, schools of rainbaits seemingly caught their attention. It seems bottlenose dolphins got into the act as well.
A few of those small baitfish runs that
sprayed the water were reminiscent of bonito. Although there have been a few scant recent sightings in the area without confirmed catches, the jury is out, and anticipation is building. For now, anglers are looking toward the eastern end of the Sound and into Rhode Island in hopes of connecting with hardtails - albies, in particular. Matching the hatch with small hard lures, soft plastics, and flies is key.
Striped bass are proving more than playful, as they increase foraging activity from the rivers to the wash and onto the reefs. The full moon, along with incoming tides, cranked up live eel, soft plastic, and plug catches. Additionally, diamond jiggers had their say as well, since the reefs became easier to navigate. Some find the slot limit difficult, while others (mainly catch and release fishers) do not mind it.
In short, bring on the Fall Run!
Scup fever is high as porgies continue to be very active. Slabs are running deeper,
while a mix can be found closer to shore. Squid, seaworms, and scented strip baits fished by rock piles and humps will catch fish. There will be spot croaker mixed in, but the variance in bait can make a difference to which species bites. Black sea bass, another great fall fish, have been active as well - some in shallow water, too. Squid on rigs or jigs dropped down to bottom structure will put one in the target zone. Drifting the bottom for fluke is still producing fish to 24”!
Sandbar sharks are being caught on chunks of mackerel fished on or near the bottom. They also continue to take sizable bites out of striped bass being reeled in by fishers. Thinking a fisherman may have a really good striped bass on the line, cownose stingrays are providing quite a fight - especially when unexpectedly being hooked on light gear. Running in schools
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Schedules
Football
Friday, Sept. 19: vs. Cheshire at 7 p.m.
Girls’
Monday, Sept. 22: at Jonathan Law at 4:30 p.m.
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On Tuesday, Sept. 30 and Tuesday, Oct. 7, the Guilford boys' and girls' soccer teams will be playing their breast cancer awareness games, and shirts can be purchased to support their Smilow Cancer Hospital fundraising efforts.
Guilford Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer Teams to Play Breast Cancer Awareness Game
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
The Guilford High School boys’ and girls’ soccer teams are dedicating two games this fall to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer care.
The boys’ team will host its Breast Cancer Awareness game at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30. The girls’ team will play its awareness game at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Both games support Smilow Cancer Hospital.
This year, players sold Grizzlies soccer long-sleeve performance tees to raise money, with all proceeds benefiting Smilow. Shirts cost $25, and Venmo was the preferred payment method.
Payments included the player’s full name and “BCA Shirt” in the memo field.
The awareness games continue a tradition of community involvement and fundraising by the Guilford soccer programs.
Friday, Sept. 19: at Amity at 4 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 22: vs. Career Hillhouse at 4 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 25: at Daniel Hand at 6 p.m.
Boys’ Soccer Field Hockey
Friday, Sept. 19: vs. Hamden at 4 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 22: at Sheehan at 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 25: vs. Shelton at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 25: vs. Amity at 4 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 19: at Sheehan at 5:30 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 22: vs. Shelton at 5:45 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 24: vs. Rockville at 5:45 p.m.
Madison Hoop Dreams School of Basketball
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Madison Hoop Dreams (MHD) School of Basketball began this week at Camp Laurelwood at 463 Summer Hill Road, Madison. MHD invites all players in grades 3 to 9 to join them to improve their ball handling skills and shooting form, and enhance their confidence and love of basketball. The program will meet on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. from Sept. 15 until Wednesday, Oct. 29. The goal is to switch
to the Polson School gym in a few weeks. Coaches Bobby Moore, Brett Zanardi, and Rich Pagliuca are looking forward to helping players improve their skills. Please share this information with friends and teammates. Players can attend sessions as their schedule allows. The cost is $20 per session ($16/hour). Please go to www.madisonhoopdreams.com to register. If you have any questions, please call or text Coach Bill Barker at 203-494-6905, or email him at wab6933@gmail.com.
TaiChiAnyone?
Guilford Free Library, 67 Park Street, is hosting Tai Chi Easy series on Wednesdays, Oct. 1, Oct. 8, and Oct. 15 at 11:15 a.m. The practice will include standing movements as well as a final guided relaxation while seated on chairs. No previous tai chi or qigong experience is required. The classes are instructed by Jennifer King, a certified Tai Chi Easy practice leader with the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified community instructor of Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance. The program is free and open to all, but spots are limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.
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in rather shallow, nearshore water, do not be surprised if hooking into more than one. There are also fight-worthy dogfish being caught, skate taking chunks, as well as a variety of other bottom feeders.
Blue crabbing eased with the cool down, rain, and wind, however, their season is far from over. One might say the same for clamming since clams have been plentiful, but the clammers took a bit of a rest during the stormy period.
New trout stocking gave life to light gear and fly fish anglers. The past week’s rainfall helped the levels and flows resulting in fish beginning to spread out. In areas available to fish, lures fished below the surface or shallow divers fared well as did beaded nymphs and streamers. Live bait fell mostly to night crawlers that were successfully used to catch bass, panfish, and bottom feeders, although scented plastic ones and other soft plastics did well as cranks and topwaters.
Tournament: The Eighth Annual Tightlined Slam 2025 is set for Friday, Oct. 10 to Sunday, Oct. 12. This fly and light tackle event to be held in Western Long Island Sound has proven to be a crowd pleaser as well as a popular conservation-oriented tournament held on our waters. This full four-person team and two-person skiff division focuses on striped bass, bluefish, and hardtails, with an awards event to follow along with a raffle and silent auction. It also has great sponsors! To register or for more info, check out tightlinedslam.com, or contact Taylor Ingraham at 203-856-9750.
Note: Email us pics of your catches to share with our USA and International fishing friends who keep up with the latest fishing news and frequent social media. For all things fishy, including the latest gear, flies/fly fishing, rods/reels, clam/crabbing supplies, fishing trips, 2025 licenses/permits, and much more, swing by the shop located at 21 Boston Post Road, Madison, or call 203-245-8665 for updated fall hours. Until next time from your Connecticut shoreline’s full-service fishing outfitter, Authorized Penn Premium Dealer, and promoter of the Daiwa Tournament Program, where we don’t make the fisherman, we make the fisherman better.
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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!
Title: Multimedia Sales Executive
Salary: $40,000-$100,000 (includes commission)
Effective Date: September 3, 2025
Position Summary:
Department: Advertising
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Incumbent in this position is responsible for prospecting, qualifying, selling, and closing new clients to increase revenue within designated territory. Incumbent will leverage our extensive portfolio of both print and digital services and audience insights to create and recommend personalized multimedia marketing campaigns for our business customers, connecting them to prime prospects and maximizing their return on investment.
Essential Duties:
Collaborate with marketing representatives to fully understand product and communication needs. Identify, locate, and develop new customers through a variety of methods including networking and cold calls. Maintain existing relationships with customers. Partner with customers to help them reach their goals, owning the entire sales process from start to finish. Create and recommend products and services that meet the customer’s needs, based off a Customer Needs Analysis.
Provide exceptional customer service, maintaining the highest levels of personal and professional behavior in the market and in the workplace. Provides information, quotes, credit terms, and other bid specifications to clients. Develop and demonstrate knowledge of The Days sales and marketing portfolio, including newspaper products, digital marketing services and non-traditional offerings (events, promotions, etc.).
Consistently meet and strive to exceed print and digital revenue targets. Regularly communicate with management and completion of all required sales process activities. Embrace new products or programs as the company continues to diversify and test new revenue streams.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Always Represents The Day and Shore Publishing Company in a professional and courteous manner.
Dependability:
Regularly attend and are punctual for work.
Supervision Received:
Reports to Regional Advertising Manager.
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Knowledge of competitive media landscape; use for new business development and sales analysis.
Ability to prospect new business via cold calling and other prospecting techniques including social media where applicable. Highly motivated, self-starting individual with initiative and drive to succeed.
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Award-Winning Works Featured at Guilford Art Center
The Guilford Art League’s 77th Annual Juried Exhibit & Sale is now on view at The Gallery at Guilford Art Center, running through Saturday, Sept. 27. An opening reception was on Sept. 12.
Juried by Laura Leonard, curator at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford, the colorful and eclectic show features more than 95 Connecticut artists working in a wide variety of media, including oils, watercolor, pastels, acrylics, sculpture, collage, mixed media, printmaking, and photography.
With more than 200 entries submitted, Leonard says the jurying process was especially challenging.
“The final selection represents a deliberate range of media, technique, and imagery, reflecting the breadth of Connecticut’s thriving art community,” Leonard said. “Art offers a profound way to understand the world; every work in this exhibition reflects the lived experience of the artist and contributes to the story of this region.”
Meandering Marsh, Vineyard Point Summer Study
Landscape with Red Gate Thistle
First Trail Ride in Urumbamba
Stripes and Patterns
Faerie’s Weekend Getaway Twilight Stillness
Kozo Vase Stonington.
This year’s top honors went to Steven Plaziak, who received First Prize and a $500 award for . Second Prize ($400) was awarded to Jerry Weiss for , and Third Prize ($300) went to Marissa Taddei for . The Sculpture Prize, also $400, was awarded to Rosemary McClain for Additional honors included the Joan and Charles Shields Award for Experimental Art, given to Susan Guagliumi for , and the Joan and Charles Shields Award for Use of Color, which went to Elizabeth Hundt Scott for . The Chester Jedziniak Award for Most Imaginative Artwork was presented to Jeanette Wimmer for , while the Virginia Jedziniak Award for Excellence in Oil Painting went to Brooke Sheldon for . The Capezzone Family Award for Bohemian Experience was awarded to Joanne Martigroni for , and the Wall Street Framing Award went to Nancy Whitcher for Many of the works are available for purchase. A complete list of exhibited pieces is included in the show program, available at the gallery and online at guilfordartleague.org. Interested buyers
can speak with a gallery sitter or contact exhibit coordinator Sheila Kaczmarek at 203-645-8827 or sheila.f.kaczmarek@gmail.com.
The Guilford Art Center Gallery is located at 411 Church Street (Route 77) in Guilford. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.
Founded in 1947 by a group of local artists, the Guilford Art League seeks to promote and stimulate interest in the visual arts. Its members are an active and collaborative community of artists who support one another in their creative pursuits.
For more information, visit guilford artleague.org.
Press Release from the Guilford Art Leagu
Jerry Weiss received Second Prize in the Guilford Art League’s 77th Annual Juried Exhibit for his monotype and collage “Summer Study.”
Marissa Taddei received Third Prize in the Guilford Art League’s 77th Annual Juried Exhibit for her mixed media work “Landscape with Red Gate.”
Steven Plaziak’s oil painting “Meandering Marsh, Vineyard Point” received First Prize in the Guilford Art League’s 77th Annual Juried Exhibit.
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THURSDAY, SEPT. 18
Tai Chi Inside and Out
: 10 a.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Presented by Dennis McCann, certified tai chi teacher. 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.
Reading Dragons Deck Box Craft
: 4:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For participants of the library's Reading Dragons program to create a box to house their cards collected this summer. Drop-ins welcome. No registration needed. All materials will be provided. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Tea Time with Teddy
: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Children in grades K to 5 will learn the history of the teddy bear and how tea parties became a part of Victorian-era play. Presented by the Barnes Museum. For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.
Harriet Tubman: A Disabled American Hero
: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. , 114 Whitney Ave. Presented by Deirdre Cooper Owens, professor of history and Africana Studies at the University of Connecticut. A reception takes place 5:30 p.m., the presentation at 6 p.m. For info, visit newhavenmuseum.org.
Author Event: Robert Malley in Conversation with Emily Bazelon
: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book:
Tomorrow is Yesterday: Life, Death, and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine
. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Opening Night for
Noises Off
: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, Oct. 5. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 18, THROUGH SATURDAY, SEPT. 20
Scranton Library Used Book Sale
: Thursday, 4:30 to 7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Thursday sale hours are for members of the Scranton Library Friends only; the Friday and Saturday hours are
open to the public. Sponsored by the Scranton Library Friends. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 18, THROUGH
SUNDAY, SEPT. 21
2025 Friends of Blackstone Memorial Library Book Sale
: Thursday, 5 to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. Branford Green. Features books, audio books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl across categories and genres. A preview takes place on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for members of the Friends of the Blackstone Library. For info, email friends@blackstonelibrary.org or visit blackstonelibrary.org/friends.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 19
AARP Smart Driver Course
: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center, 189 Pool Rd., North Haven. Features a refresher course specifically designed for drivers 50 years and up. The class is held on select dates each month. Cost: $20 for AARP members, $25 nonmembers. Payment is due on the day of the class by check made to AARP. Bring your driver’s license. For info or to register, call 203-239-5432.
POW/MIA Ceremony
: 9:30 am. North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd. Hosted by the North Branford Veterans Service Commission. For info, call Chuck Larkins at 203-836-1027.
Oysters and More
: 4 to 8 p.m. Open field area, 239 to 242 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Hosted by Stony Creek Museum. Menu: raw oysters, ginger chicken, potato salad, green salad, grilled eggplant Napoleon, assorted breads, and dessert. Cash bar. Tickets: $100, available online or at Stony Creek Museum, 84 Thimble Island Rd., and Seaside Home and Gifts, 172 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. For info or tickets, visit givebutter.com/scm or stonycreekmuseum.org.
Military Whist Card Party
: 6:15 p.m. North Branford
Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, 1680 Foxon Rd. Doors open 6:15 p.m., game starts 7 p.m. Tickets: $12 each, advance purchase only. For info or tickets, call Jan at 203-671-8223.
Concert by the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
: 7 p.m. First
Congregational Church, 26 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison. Presented by Music at the Meetinghouse. Tickets: $35 general admission, $65 to $95 for front seats, $20 for seats with limited viewing. Service fees apply. For info or tickets, visit fccmadison.org.
Calendar for the Week of September 18, 2025
American Castles
: 7 to 8 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $25 class fee. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 19, THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 21
Guilford Fair
: Friday, 4 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features live music and entertainment, games, rides, food, children’s activities, tractor pulls, and more. Cost: $15 for adults and children 12 years and up, $10 for veterans, current military members with ID and seniors 62 years and up, free for children 11 years and under. A three-day pass costs $40. For info, visit guilfordfair.org.
Four Murders in Forty Years: and
The Medium The Human Voice
: Friday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 7 p.m. Madison Lyric Stage, Deacon John Grave House grounds, 581 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 20
Inaugural Sun Shines on Branford Festival
: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Shops and venues near the Branford Green and around town. Features an all-day community festival spotlighting the power of the sun. Includes over 30 events, including hands-on workshops, interactive art, climate education, nature walks, musical performances, and activities for kids and families. For info, visit sunshinesonbranford.org.
Connecticut Cleanup Program: East Haven
: 9 to
11 a.m. East Haven Town Beach, Cosey Beach Ave. Hosted by Save the Sound as part of Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. For info or to register (required), call George Smith of Clean up East Haven at 203-812-8658, email cleanup@savethesound.org, or visit the Connecticut Cleanup program at savethesound.org/take-action/upcoming-events.
Work Party at Tabor Marsh
: 9 a.m. to noon. Tabor Marsh, Branford. Volunteers will learn to identify and then remove invasive plants along the marsh. Sponsored by the Branford Land Trust. For info, visit branfordlandtrust.org.
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Juilliard-Based Amara Trio to Perform in Chester Sept. 28
The 2025 Robbie Collomore Concert Series opens with a performance by the acclaimed Amara Trio on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 5 p.m. at the Chester Meeting House, located at 4 Liberty Street in Chester.
Formed in the summer of 2023 at the Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival, the Amara Trio has quickly gained national recognition. They were awarded the Gold Prize at the 2024 Chesapeake Chamber Music Competition and have since performed at prestigious venues including Alice Tully Hall and Paul Hall at Lincoln Center, Ebenezer Theater in Maryland, and PriorJollek Hall in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The trio, based at The Juilliard School, is currently part of Juilliard’s Honors Chamber Music Program. They have premiered new works in collaboration with composers and have appeared at major festivals, including The Perlman Music Program, Chesapeake Music Festival, Music at Noon, and the Sundays at Three Chamber Music Series in Maryland.
House. The Juilliard-based ensemble recently won Gold Prize at the 2024 Chesapeake Chamber Music Competition.
Known for their passion for community engagement, the Amara Trio regularly performs at hospitals and retirement homes
across New York and New Jersey. Their mission is to connect with audiences through the power of chamber music.
The ensemble continues its studies at Juilliard under the guidance of Laurie Smukler and Shai Wosner. They also count
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: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features books, puzzles, DVDs, and more. Proceeds benefit the North Branford Public Libraries. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Visitors will see how an old-fashioned butter churn works, try it out themselves, and taste freshly made butter. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.
: 10 a.m. Steps off at the corner of Whitfield and Water streets. Features floats, school bands, fife & drum corps, tractors, and marchers from local organizations. The parade continues around the Green, then proceed east on Boston Street to the corner of South Union Street. The theme of the 2025 parade is “Experiencing the Sounds of Guilford.” Grand marshal is Raymond (Ray) Murphy, an employee of Page Hardware & Appliance since 1985. Rain or shine. For info, email guilfordfairparade1@gmail.com or visit guilfordfairparade.com.
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. Students will learn fiber preparation, spinning techniques, and ways to ply yarn. Materials provided. Cost: $37.80 for members, $42 for nonmembers. A materials fee of $18 is payable with the tuition. For info or to register, call 203453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clinton Historical Society, 103 E Main St. Features members of the Waterford Historical Society Forge who will demonstrate and teach the processes of blacksmithing. Free and open to all. For info, contact 860-669-2148 or info@clintoncthistory.org.
: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. Students will construct paper or mixed-media collage artworks by creating, cutting, and reassembling various colored and textured papers, photos, text, images, and printed ephemera. Materials provided but students may bring photos, clippings, or other meaningful items for the collage. Cost: $50.40 for members, $56 for nonmembers. A materials fee of $20 is payable with the tuition. For info or to register, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
among their mentors renowned artists such as Robert McDonald, Joel Krosnick, Catherine Cho, Merry Peckham, Donald Weilerstein, Laurence Lesser, and Itzhak Perlman.
Their Chester program will feature works by Mozart, Shostakovich, and Beethoven. Full repertoire details are available at collomoreconcerts.org.
A reception with complimentary wine and catered refreshments will follow the concert, offering guests a chance to meet the musicians.
Tickets are $40 for general admission and $5 for students. To purchase or learn more, visit collomoreconcerts.org or email info@collomoreconcerts.org.
Founded in 1974, the Robbie Collomore Concert Series is a standing committee of the Chester Historical Society and continues to bring world-class music to the Connecticut River Valley.
Additional concerts in the 2025 season, all at 5 p.m. at the Chester Meeting House, include Kyshona (Roots & Soul) on Oct. 12, pianist Eunyoung Lee on Nov. 2, and the Anat Cohen Quartetinho (Jazz) on Nov. 23.
: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. The event focuses on solar energy and opportunities for sustainable and renewable resources in Branford. For info or to register (required), visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Open House
USS Monitor
Medicinal Purposes Only
: 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.
2025 Connecticut Cleanup: New Haven
For
: Noon to 2 p.m.
Long Wharf Canal Dock Boathouse, New Haven. 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/takeaction.
Press Release from the Robbie Collomore Concert Series
Photo courtesy of the Robbie Collomore Concert Series
The Amara Trio will open the 2025 Robbie Collomore Concert Series with a performance on Sunday, Sept. 28, at the Chester Meeting
Annual Book Sale
Butter Churning Demonstration
Guilford Fair Parade
Drop Spindle Wool Spinning Workshop (Session A)
Blacksmith Event
Experimental Collage Workshop
Sun Shines on Branford (SSOB): Sun Catchers
Murder, Musicals, and a Broadway Flea Market
Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater
By Karen Isaacs
Columnist
Seven Angels Season
Aisle ON THE
formances. For tickets, visit Goodspeed.org.
Teaching English as a Second Lan-
cal at ACT of Connecticut will feature Anika Larsen reprising her Broadway role as Elaine Miller. Based on the Cameron Crowe film, the musical runs Oct. 18 through Nov. 23. Described as a love letter to rock and roll, community, and what it means to be a fan. For tickets, visit ActofCT.org.
Legacy Theatre News
Ragtime Once on This Island Lucky Stiff
Art of Murder
Farce of Nature
A Grand Night for Singing
Something Rotten!
: Who cares if the announcement of the new season at Waterbury’s Seven Angels Theatre is later than usual? A new management team—Constantine Pappas as artistic director and Craig David Rosen as managing director—took over from retiring founder Semina DeLaurentis in June. The season opens with the first musical by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty ( , ). , which runs Sept. 26 to Oct. 12, is a comedy murder mystery musical featuring mistaken identities and a corpse in a wheelchair. I can’t wait to see it. Next up is , running Nov. 14 to 30, about a painter who intends to kill his art dealer. In 2026, the season continues with , set at a struggling fishing lodge in the Ozarks with a guest in the Witness Protection Program. It runs March 6 to 22. Then comes , a revue of Rodgers and Hammerstein music, April 24 to May 10. The season closes with the musical from June 19 to July 3. Tickets are available at SevenAngelsTheatre.org.
Performances Added
A Chorus Line
: Goodspeed Musicals has extended the run of through Nov. 2, adding nine per-
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Storytelling Event:
Harriet’s Dinner Party
: TheaterWorks Hartford and Long Wharf Theatre are co-producing the Pulitzer Prize-winning play , which played on Broadway earlier this year. I saw it and found it a fascinating exploration of how language shapes identity and our sense of belonging. Set in Iran, follows a group of Iranian adults learning English in hopes of immigrating. It runs at TheaterWorks from Oct. 2 to Nov. 2. In January, Long Wharf will present it at Southern Connecticut State University. For tickets, go to TWHartford.org.
Almost Famous Nun-
sense The Wizard of Oz
The Odd Couple
Suffs Shucked
NYC Notes
: Music Theatre of Connecticut in Norwalk opens its season with , Jonathan Larson’s musical loosely based on Puccini’s . The show, which won both the Tony Award and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, follows a year in the life of young artists and musicians on New York’s Lower East Side. It runs Sept. 26 through Oct. 12. Tickets are at MusicTheatreof CT.com.
: Congratulations to Jeff Zetlin, named managing director of Legacy Theatre. He previously served as general manager and, before that, front of house manager. Next season, Legacy will produce three shows: (April 23 to May 17), , based on the film (July 9 to Aug. 2), and (Sept. 10 to Oct. 4). Non-subscription tickets are now available for , which runs Jan. 27 to Feb. 1. The award-winning musical tells the story of the passage of the constitutional amendment granting women the right to vote. Tickets are also on sale for , a surprise hit of the 2023-24 Broadway season, running Feb. 24 to March 1. Visit Bushnell.org for details.
Bushnell Tickets on Sale: Eclectic
La Bohème
Tony and Pulitzer Winner Almost Famous Cast guage
: The revised version of the short-lived Broadway musi-
SUNDAY, SEPT. 21
Million Dollar Quartet
: 5: to 7:30 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave. Presented by author and educator Yvette Cole. Free and open to all. For info or to register, visit newhavenmuseum.org.
Sinter: Emergence from the Rocks at the End of Choice Catstock
: 2 to 3:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features an immersive performance with musician Vesper70. For info, visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Best Video Film & Cultural Center, 1842 Whitney Ave., Hamden. Features music, raffles, and more. Tickets: $25, purchased advance or at the door. Proceeds benefit the Greater New Haven Cat Project (GNHCP). For info or tickets, visit gnhcp.org/catstock.
Grand Opening Dance Party
: 7 to 10 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford. Admission: $20, includes a group lesson from 7 to 7:30 led by Karen Pfrommer. For info, email info@timetodanceballroom.com.
All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 Gutenberg!
: That’s the word for Playhouse on Park’s 2025-’26 season. It opens with , a show frequently staged in Connecticut, running Sept. 24 to Oct. 19. Then comes , a moving and unusual holiday show, running Dec. 5 to 21. Next up is , a two-person, antic musical about aspiring writers pitching a musical about the inventor of the printing press. It runs Jan. 21 to Feb. 8.
: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Beech Street entrance of Lake Gaillard. Access to the Beech Street entrance by bus or on foot only. Buses will transport participants to the lake from Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford, beginning 8:30 a.m. The distance around the lake is seven miles; walkers may choose any distance. Sturdy strollers and wagons are welcome, but no bicycles, roller blades, or pets allowed. Walkers must start by 11 a.m. and exit the property by 1 p.m. Rain or shine. Sponsored by the NorthfordNorth Branford Women’s Club GFWC and the Regional Water Authority. Cost: $10 for participants ages 11 and over, $5 for ages 3 to 10, free for under 3. Payment can be sent either by Venmo @NorthfordWomens-Club with a full name and a contact phone number or by check made out to the Northford-North Branford Women’s Club. For info, email northford.nbwomensclubgfwc@gmail.com.
From March 4 to 22, it’s , about the night before Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. , exploring the ethics of fact-checking, runs April 15 to May 3. The season ends with Andrew Lippa’s musical , July 8 to Aug. 9—one of two musicals based on the same poem that opened in New York at roughly the same time. Subscriptions and tickets are available at PlayhouseOnPark.org.
: Broadway fans may want to be in New York on Sunday, Sept. 21, for the annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, benefiting Broadway Cares. Shows set up tables with memorabilia (even from closed productions), vendors offer all kinds of Broadway-themed items, and surprise guests sign autographs. There’s also a live auction, with online pre-bidding now open. The event runs 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on West 44th and 45th streets, between 7th and 8th avenues.
And remember ? It’s now a musical. After 10 years in development, it opens offBroadway in October starring Laura Bell Bundy ( ) and Kara Lindsay ( ). The Mountaintop Lifespan of a Fact
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Romy and Michele’s Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident.
To check out her reviews for New York and Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word press.com. She’s a member of the Connecticut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Circle, the League of Professional Theater Women, and the American Theatre Critics Association.
25th Annual Lake Gaillard Walk : 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. Cost: $63 for members, $70 for nonmembers. A materials fee of $15 is payable with the tuition. For info or to register, call 203453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Needle-Felted Painting with Wool Workshop Poetry on the Rails
: 2 to 4 p.m. The Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River St., East Haven. Features a rolling poetry event with readings by poet Fred Gerhard and open mic opportunities. Free admission but donations are welcome. For info, visit thehauntedtrolley.com.
MONDAY, SEPT. 22
History Book Group
Salt: A World History
: 6 p.m. Madison Center for History and Culture at Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison. Book: by Mark Kurlansky. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society (MHS). Virtual participation by Zoom is an option. Copies of the book may be available at the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For new participants to join, email director@madisonhistory.org. For info, call MHS at 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org.
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The Probate Process: What Is It? And Why Do We Need It?
: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Virtual event. Presented by estate planning attorney Erin Duques. 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 203-4586699 or visit womenandfamilylife.org.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 23
Shoreline Village Tea and Talk
: 2 p.m. Branford Green. Features a conversation with members of Shoreline Village CT (SVCT). In the case of rain, the event takes place at Common Grounds Specialty Coffee House, 1096 Main St., Branford. For info or to register, contact 203-747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org.
Kitchen Social with Ms. Vicky: Pumpkin Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $35 class fee plus a $15 materials fee (exact change requested). Bring two dish towels and an optional apron. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
Lego STEM Club
: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Marsh Migration in Action
: 6 to 7 p.m. Chittenden Park, Guilford. Features scientists in Chittenden Park where the team completed a marsh migration project similar to the one about to start at Jarvis Creek Farm. 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.
: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Covers Medicare parts A, B, C, and D; expected costs for specific services; prescription drug coverage; and enrollment how-tos. Cost: $10. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
Family Travel Questions Answered
: 6 to
7:30 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $20 class fee. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24
Wednesday Paint Out 2025
: 9 a.m. to noon. Madison Town Green. 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 paintout events. For info, visit madisonartsocietyct.org/plein-air.
Drop-in Workshop
: 1:15 to 3:15 p.m.
Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. For middle school students to drop in and work on art projects for the afternoon. Students can also do independent exploration with materials on hand. The event is on an early-dismissal day. Free and no registration needed. For info, call 203-4535947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Stand Up Speak Out
: 5 and 7:30 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Presented by Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance (BACA). The show explores difficult themes that may evoke strong emotions. Some content may be intense for younger audiences. For info or tickets, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org/stand-up-speak-out.
Librarians in Training
: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. First in a four-week program for children in grades 2 to 5 to build useful skills and learn what it takes to be a librarian. The program is held alternatingly with the Edward Smith Library. Each session builds on the previous, and attendance in all sessions is recommended. For info or to register (required), call 203-3156020 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.
Candle Workshop: Iced Pumpkin Latte Soy and Gel
: 6 to 8 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $32 class fee plus a $20 materials fee (exact change Understanding Medicare
Art of the Guitar Series
Art of the Guitar series.
Continues with Tony McManus
Press Release from AcousticMusic.Org
AcousticMusic.Org continues its Art of the Guitar concert series with a performance by internationally acclaimed guitarist Tony McManus on Thursday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. at the Chester Meeting House.
Described by the late British guitar legend John Renbourn as “the best Celtic guitarist in the world,” McManus has carved out a unique place in the acoustic guitar world. Guitar Player magazine named him one of the “50 transcendent guitarists of all time,” citing his technical brilliance and boundary-pushing artistry.
McManus is known for his ability to translate the delicate ornamentation of traditional bagpipe and fiddle tunes onto
requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
the guitar, creating a sound that is at once grounded in Celtic tradition and shaped by jazz and Eastern European influences. His playing is both virtuosic and deeply expressive, often blurring the lines between genres while remaining rooted in a distinctive, lyrical style.
The Art of the Guitar series opened Aug. 20 with U.K.-born fingerstyle guitarist Richard Smith, whose repertoire spans from Chet Atkins to Bach. The series will continue with a performance by Stephen Bennett on Dec. 6.
Art of the Guitar is presented by AcousticMusic.Org and sponsored by Wyeth Architects of Chester.
Tickets for the Oct. 2 concert are available at acousticmusic.org/art-of-the-guitar.
Let's Make Bagels! (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $22 class fee plus a $25 materials fee (exact change requested). All ingredients provided. Bring an apron, a clean dish towel, and a sponge for cleanup. Bring a pen for notes if preferred. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register
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.
Photo courtesy of AcousticMusic.org
Tony McManus, hailed as “the best Celtic guitarist in the world,” performs at the Chester Meeting House on Thursday, Oct. 2, as part of AcousticMusic.Org’s
Summer’s not over yet! I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful historical fiction novel set in Martha’s Vineyard during World War II. Nineteen-year-old Cadence and sixteen-year-old Brian are faced with the impossible task of holding their family farm together during the war. Mystery and romance abound as German U-boats mysteriously appear off the coast! Heartwarming and exquisitely written—this book is so much more than a story about a book club.
— Christine, The Griswold Inn Goods & Curiosities, Essex
Every other week, we invite local booksellers to submit suggestions for the best books on shelves now—it’s all part of our mission to keep our readers informed, up-to-date, and entertained. View previous Page Turners at www.zip06.com/pageturners.
HotDesk
byLauraDickerman
I love books with multiple narrators and timelines, and Hot Desk has both! Set in the world of publishing, it tells the story of Rebecca, an editor competing for the chance to acquire the estate of a notorious, legendary author—not knowing that 40 years earlier, her mother, Jane, was an intern at the author’s famed literary magazine. Full of great characters and witty dialogue—highly recommended!
— Marilyn, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
LuckyDay byChuckTingle
This book was a whirlwind in the best possible way! To sum this story up: Vera, a professor of statistics, sees the world through probabilities. But when one event results in 8 million people, including her mother, being killed in the most freakish of circumstances, all of her understanding of the world blows up. Years later, Vera can’t find any meaning in pretty much anything—until she is pushed back into reality, leading her into a horrific journey of cosmic exploration and self-discovery. For fans of The X-Files and Final Destination, this is an absolute must-read!
With the grace and ease that only comes from a very talented writer, David Levithan moves between genres and brings us novels that “are read by both teens and adults.” You can’t help but fall in love with J as he tries to navigate his own love life while composing personal songs for other people’s weddings. Don’t forget to listen while you read—QR code included!
— Terri, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
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HurricaneHeist(TheSherlockSociety#2) byJamesPonti
When the first book is so good, can the second be just as good? Absolutely! It has: more sleuthing, more Florida, more old crimes to solve, more Grandpa! I love this series!
— Jamie, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
ZoneRouge byMichaelJeromePlunkett
Martin and the other demineurs are tasked with the removal of explosives and the detritus of World War I surrounding the city of Verdun. It is never-ending, dangerous, and can expose more than spent artillery—human remains are there, too. They will be doing this, it seems, forever: a Dantean circle, relieved by the camaraderie and concern for each other. The citizens of the area also care for them—some in kindness, some for the benefits they think will come. A beautiful read about dedication and futility. It will stay with you.
— Nancy, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
HowtoBeaSaint byKateSidley
This book is the perfect mix of fascinatingly informative and hilariously sacrilegious. Written by one of the writers from Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show, the book uses the same irreverent satire to detail the (true!) path to becoming a saint. It’s full of saintly stories, the popular and the less known, and it’s guaranteed to make you laugh.
— Marisa, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
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THURSDAY, SEPT. 25
Housing Rights, Laws, and Truths
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10 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Sarah Mervine, director of the Center for Children’s Advocacy. 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 203-4538086 or visit ssill.org.
Opening Reception for the
Sharing the Land with Connecticut's Wildlife
Engineering the World Around Us
Pajama Story Time Clinton Art Society 2025 Elected Artists Exhibition
: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. The exhibit runs through Thursday, Nov. 20. For info, visit clintonartsocietyct.org/exhibitions.
: 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For families with children of all ages. For info or to sign up for a spot, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
: 6 to 7 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Presented by Richard Taylor, a master wildlife conservationist from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. For info, contact 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. : 6 to 8 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Third in a three-part series, Introduction to DNA Ancestry Testing. Presented by Personal Genetics Education & Dialogue, For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.
Madison Newcomers Club Fall Kick-off General Meeting
: 7 p.m. Madison Earth Care, 1250 Durham Rd. Features wine, cheese, s'mores, nonalcoholic beverage, and conversation. For info, visit madisonnewcomersct.com.
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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.
Summer Art Show
: Runs through Oct. 11.
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 through Dec. 31.
City Gallery
: 994 State St., New Haven: For info, email info@city-gallery.org or visit city-gallery.org.
Invisible Shores: Mixed Media and Clay Work by Sheila Kaczmarek
: Runs through Sept. 28.
E.C. Scranton Memorial Library
: 801
Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, visit womensclubmadisonct.com.
125th Anniversary of the Women's Club of Madison
: Runs through Oct. 11.
E.C. Scranton Memorial Library
: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, email Frank@thechurchillgallery.com.
Photographic Art Exhibit and Sale by Frank Bartlett Sr.
: Runs through Oct. 10.
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 through Sept. 27.
James Blackstone Memorial Library
Upper Rotunda Gallery
: 758 Main St., Branford: For info, call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.
Artists Exhibit
: Runs through Oct. 31.
Madison Center for History and Culture
: Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison: For info, call MHS at 203245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org.
This Side of Paradise
: Runs through March 2026.
Mary C. Daly
: 167 Neck Rd., Madison: For info, visit mercybythesea.org.
Seasons
: Runs through Sept. 14.
: 32 Church St., Guilford: For info, visit guilfordartleague.org.
Guilford Art League Summer Show
: Runs through Oct. 1.
Nathanael B. Greene Community Center New Haven Museum
: 114 Whitney Ave. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.
Invitation to Engage: 60 Years of Long Wharf Theatre & Beyond
: Runs through February 2026.
Susan Powell Fine Art
: 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, call 203-318-0616 or visit susanpowellfineart.com.
Summer in New England
: Runs through Sept. 28.
Songs of the Seasons
: Runs Oct. 3 through Nov. 1.
Yale University Art Gallery
: 1111 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, call 203-4320600 or visit artgallery.yale.edu/visit/exhibitions.
Romney: Brilliant Contrasts in Georgian England
: Runs through Oct. 19.
Nusantara: Six Centuries of Indonesian Textiles
: Runs through Jan. 11, 2026.
Farmers Market
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.
The Dudley Farm Farmers Market
:
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.
Middlesex Historical Society
Hosts 39th Annual Car Show
Press Release from Middlesex County Historical Society
A lovingly preserved 1963 Ford Falcon Sprint convertible will be the featured vehicle at the 39th Annual Antique Car Show and Flea Market, presented by the Middlesex County Historical Society on Sunday, Oct. 5, at Palmer Field, adjacent to Washington Street (Route 66) in Middletown.
The event draws car enthusiasts from across the region to admire vintage automobiles, shop the flea market, and enjoy a day of history, craftsmanship, and community. Car registration opens at 9:30 a.m., judging begins at 11:30 a.m., and trophies will be awarded at 1:30 p.m. General admission is $3, and children 12 and under are admitted free. Car registration is $10.
This year’s headliner, a Raven Black Falcon Sprint convertible, was ordered new in 1963 and has been in the care of its original owner, Gary Nenninger, for 62 years. Factory options include a four-speed manual transmission, AM radio, tinted glass, backup lights, whitewall tires, and more. With just 30,000 miles on the odometer—24,000 of them driven in the car’s first two years—it remains in
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remarkably original condition, from its paint and interior to its engine and clutch.
Nenninger once raced the car at the Connecticut Dragway, reaching a top speed of 93.1 mph. In 1965, the Falcon served as his wedding limo and honeymoon ride. Over the years, it has won numerous awards, including First Place and Best in Show honors as far west as Kansas City, and the Middlesex County Historical Society’s William E. Sheedy Sr. Award in 1997.
“It’s part of my family and my life,” says Nenninger, who is honored to have the car featured in this year’s show. Since the passing of his wife, Kathy, in 2017, he hasn’t shown the Falcon as often—but says this year’s event is special. All cars entered for judging must be from the year 2000 or earlier, but there is no age restriction for vehicles placed in the car corral. In the event of rain, the show will be held the following Sunday, Oct. 12. Flea market spaces are available for $15, and vendors may begin setup at 7 a.m.
For more information, call Deborah Shapiro at 860-344-0033. Rain updates will be available by calling 860-346-0746.
online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.
Photo courtesy of the Middlesex County Historical Society
A 1963 Ford Falcon Sprint convertible, owned by Gary Nenninger since new, will be the featured car at the Middlesex County Historical Society’s 39th Annual Antique Car Show on Sunday, Oct. 5, at Palmer Field in Middletown.
Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center
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Shore Publishing’s annual Beacon Awards recognize outstanding individuals who selflessly step up to help fulfill the Shoreline community’s promise as a place of opportunity, well-being, and safety for all.
Each year we recognize, honor, and thank these distinguished members of the community for all they do at a dinner and celebration event in October.
Bill Stableford (Madison)
Christina Zarotney (Old Saybrook)
Cinzia Lettieri (Clinton)
Doreen Shirley (Madison)
Jaye Carlson (Guilford)
Jim Lockhart (Deep River)
Laura Francis (Madison)
Lorena Venegas (East Haven)
Maureen Westbrook (Deep River)
Michael Lawton (Westbrook)
Michael Rafferty (Old Saybrook)
Patrick Bryan (Chester)
Peggy Adler (Clinton)
Tim Gannon (Killingworth)
Vincent Giordano (Branford)
Legacy Theatre Names Longtime Staffer to Leadership Role
Legacy Theatre has named Jeff Zeitlin as its new managing director. A familiar face at the Stony Creek venue since its opening in 2021, Zeitlin brings a blend of business experience, community involvement, and front-line customer service to the position.
A Guilford resident for the past 21 years, Zeitlin began his work at Legacy as part-time front of house manager while still employed full-time in retail in New Haven. After his retirement, he took on the expanded role of general manager. Now, as managing director, he will partner with Executive Artistic Director Keely Baisden Knudsen to oversee the theatre’s day-today operations.
“Jeff brings a passion for theatre and, more specifically, for giving the theatre patron the best possible experience,” said Stephanie Stiefel Williams, president of the Legacy board of trustees. “His customer-based focus and broad business experience will bring a perspective that Legacy needs to continue to build and improve upon the foundation of our first five years.”
Zeitlin is also active in the broader theater community. He is entering his tenth year as a volunteer with Guilford High School Theatre Arts, where he serves as adult advisor for the Front of House team and oversees the student-run ticketing process.
In his new role, Zeitlin says patron feedback remains central to Legacy’s growth.
“I have seen firsthand how the local towns and beyond have come out to support the theatre, and I want the theatre to continue to do the same for them,” he said.
“We’ve heard our audiences loud and clear—our 2026 season is packed with Mainstage productions for theatregoers of all ages that are sure to be fun and have them laughing.”
Zeitlin will also focus on development and fundraising to support the theatre’s nonprofit mission.
“Most people don’t realize that ticket sales account for only about one-third of the revenue a nonprofit regional theatre relies on to operate,” he said. “The rest comes from donors, sponsors, and grants. I look forward to strengthening our existing relationships and building new ones to support our programming and educational offerings.”
Known for his accessibility, Zeitlin said he remains committed to connecting
directly with patrons.
“I love speaking with patrons on the phone and when they visit the theatre,” he said. “That’s when you get the best input. It’s critical that we are always listening to our audience.”
The Legacy Theatre is located at 128 Thimble Islands Road in the Stony Creek section of Branford, just four minutes off Exit 56 on I-95. Fully accessible and professionally operated, Legacy produces Mainstage theatre, concerts, special events, and education programs for all ages.
Founded in a renovated historic building once home to the Stony Creek Puppet Theatre, Legacy has ties to theatrical legends past and present, including Orson Welles and, most recently, Julie Andrews, who directed a musical at the venue in 2024.
For more information, visit LegacyTheatreCT.org.
Press Release from Legacy Theatre
Photo courtesy of Legacy Theatre
Jeff Zeitlin, newly appointed managing director of Legacy Theatre in Branford, has been with the organization since its 2021 opening and is a longtime Guilford resident and arts advocate.
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Real estate
Gracious, Spacious, and Grand
Sited one house from the Long Island Sound on a quiet cul-de-sac, 64 Webster Point is a private, classic Colonial with spacious, high ceilings (10 feet on the first floor), light-filled rooms, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house. A double-height foyer flows into the large living room, highlighted by a handsome, wood-burning fireplace.
Adjacent to the living room is the formal dining room, which features magnificent millwork salvaged from a historic mansion. This millwork is also found surrounding a fireplace.
The fully equipped, eat-in kitchen has access to a porch and a heated, two-car garage. Upstairs, there are two primary suites: one on the second level and another on the third level. Both have panoramic views of the Sound, gas-burning fireplaces, and private decks.
There are two other bedrooms on the second floor, which share a hall bath and a laundry room. The third floor also features a multi-use room, ideal for an office, playroom, or den, as well as a storage room.
Additional features include on-demand hot water, radiant heat in multiple rooms, parking for eight cars, a spacious unfinished basement, and deeded access to a low-tide beach, with Pent Road beach also nearby.
This home is being offered for sale by William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty for $2,395,000. For more information or a showing, contact Margaret Muir at 203-415-9187.
A double-height foyer flows into the large living room, highlighted by a handsome, woodburning fireplace.
Both have panoramic views of the Sound, gas-burning fireplaces, and private decks.
Sited one house from the Long Island Sound on a quiet cul-de-sac, 64 Webster Point is a private, classic Colonial with spacious, high ceilings (10 feet on the first floor), light-filled rooms, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house.
Real Estate Transactions
BRANFORD
8 Sassafrass Lane
: Jason G. and Meredith H. Adler to Pierre D. Rene, $595,000 on Aug. 25
GUILFORD
: Erick and Wendy Connuck to Christopher and Paige Alaimo, $705,000 on Aug. 25
: Orest Pasichnyk and Nataliya Pokeza to Olexandr Artemenko and Lyudmyla Yefmovych, $930,000 on Aug. 28
: Black Dimond Group LLC to Ethan Massey, $260,000 on Aug. 28
: Christine Mongillo to Biljana Marjanovic and Matthew C. Ally, $240,000 on Aug. 26
: Bvi Realty LLC to Alisabeth Carpenter, $165,000 on Aug. 25
: Julie E. Liseo to Paula U. Hidalgo and David A. Mckittrick, $400,000 on Aug. 28
: Madd Molly LLC to Rga LLC, $370,000 on Aug. 27 : Estate of Alice M. Reutenauer and Richard J. Reutenauer to Ronald P. Vecchio, $425,000 on Aug. 28 : Katharine A. Mix to Lisa Fricker, $200,000 on Aug. 28 : Bruce W. and Joyce Brailsford to Marie T. Gjerstad, $367,840 on Aug. 26
: Steven L. Warner and Lara Bickford to Teagan M. Chrzanowski and Peter J. Bosco, $426,000 on Aug. 27
: Ashley Azevedo to Theresa and Ricardo Anzaldua, $799,000 on Aug. 26
: Hilary H. and Brian E. Mezzi to Jill A. Fried, $527,000 on Aug. 26
: Dolores A. Pagano to Patricia A. Black, $207,000 on Aug. 26
: Mary K. Cieri to Doolally LLC, $295,000 on Aug. 25
51 Stanton Road
: Rose S. Ferreira to Robert S. and Colleen F. Maniscalco, $850,000 on Aug. 28
DEEP RIVER
24 River Road
: Sheldon Veenema and James L. Sheldon to Lynn P. PerryWoods and Dana Woods, $765,000 on Aug. 27
EAST HAVEN
93 Cosey Beach Avenue
: Ariana G. Linden to Brita Mcgee, $350,000 on Aug. 28
11 Deerfield Street
: Rita Fortino to Lisa A. Maisonet, $300,000 on Aug. 26
165 Dodge Avenue
: Jackie LLC to Carlos O. Colon, $253,000 on Aug. 25
433 Foxon Road
: Kristine Keating to Daniel Marshall, $358,875 on Aug. 29
44 French Avenue
: Michael J. Johnson to Thomas Hickey, $300,000 on Aug. 29
105 Henry Street
: Kathleen Pirro to Fernando Naranjo, $107,500 on Aug. 29
26 Hunt Lane
: Estate of Maria A. Consiglio and Frances L. Consiglio to Lisbeth and Lisette Chamba, $340,000 on Aug. 25
Laurel Pond Village Unit 4
: Estate of Anne Ruotolo and Charlene A. Giordano to Ellsworth Realty LLC, $151,000 on Aug. 27
2 Old Town Highway Unit 4
:
Carolyn J. Bond to Emily M. Jackson, $675,000 on Aug. 28
143 Thompson Street
: Garcia & Jara Inc to Joffre Jara, $310,000 on Aug. 29
89 Book Hill Road
: Suzanne K. Healy to Gc3 Capital Corp LLC, $380,000 on Aug. 26
65 Main Street Unit 11
: Gary Gnazzo Real Estate Trust and Joseph Barrieau to Alphonse P. Adinolfi and Laurie A. Funke, $450,000 on Aug. 25
1 Primrose Ledge
: Carolyn W. Timmerman to Patrick and Ann Wellspeak, $1,200,000 on Aug. 29
910 Goose Lane
: Whitfield LLC to Debbie and Martin M. Hauser, $700,000 on Aug. 27
Long Hill Road
: Paula Piccirillo and Laurie Montano to Paul G. and Helaine K. Block, $735,000 on July 2
: Jeffrey F. and Joanna B. Zygmont to Seann and Julie Moriarty, $725,000 on Aug. 28
: Haven
20 Maple Hl
: Edisa Morina to Ermir Morina, $625,000 on Aug. 28
MADISON KILLINGWORTH
20 Cherry Lane
: Janet H Lindsley T and Janet H. Lindsley to Michelle M. Mulligan, $1,453,000 on Aug. 29
53 Governors Way
: Michael A. and Jill A. Fried to Kyle S. and Alyssa Geltman, $1,365,000 on Aug. 26
61 Governors Way
: James M. and Elizabeth A. Engelhart to Swati Khambe and Robert Hemphill, $1,585,000 on Aug. 26 :
273 Legend Hill Road Unit 273
Clifford W. and Lynn K. Gurnham to Brendan P. Garvey, $540,000 on Aug. 28
31 Meadowbrook Road
: Richard J. and Elizabeth T. Baird to Christopher R. and Caitlin F. Ward, $1,005,000 on Aug. 29
9 Old Farms Road
: Lawrence Deburra to Freedom Property LLC, $460,000 on Aug. 26
Renovations LLC to Mallory S. and Jason D. Barlow, $739,000 on Aug. 25 : Secy Of Hsng & Urban Dev to Adam and Rachael Manicone, $421,000 on Aug. 26 : Estate of Mary C. Reichenbach and Kevin J. Costello to Wade Henderson and Janice Blevins, $510,000 on Aug. 27
: Michael and Jayanti Tomaselli to Stacey Sapiente, $509,500 on Aug. 28
:
Carolyn and Robert L. Fay to Raymond B. and Elizabeth R. Mcgrath, $574,200 on Aug. 28
:
Giulio Varriale to Lydia Mattson, $304,500 on Aug. 25 : Estate of Joseph East Ponzio and Christopher J. Ponzio to Perry T. Rice, $505,000 on Aug. 28
: Debra A. Franco to Cassidy Woycik, $490,000 on Aug. 27 : Shawn Roby to Fiorigia Maione and Jacob E. Frasier, $598,100 on Aug. 18 : Josephine A. Reilly to Julieanne E. and Stephanie Steinbacher, $509,900 on Aug. 18 : Market Equities Group LLC to Duke and Blessing Wasini, $411,000 on Aug. 19 : Christopher S. Rosa to Tracy Nguy, $405,000 on Aug. 18
Real Estate Transactions
OLD SAYBROOK
12 4th Avenue 18 Lynde Street
: Marinella L
Demarco 2024 and Marinella L. Demarco to Jeffrey J. Moore, $800,000 on Aug. 25 : William E. Burhans to Richard R. and Stefanie L. Talpey, $539,000 on Aug. 28 : M Ferrara Dev LLC to Cody and Kimberly Flanigan, $600,000 on Aug. 28
WESTBROOK
Housing Market: It’s Not Simply An Interest Rate Dilemma
1525 Boston Post Road Unit 825
Cynthia and Alexander Obst to Monique R. and Christian J. Drucker, $13,500 on Aug. 28 :
1340 Old Clinton Road Unit 7
70 Otter Cove Drive :
Murphy Lt and Patrick Murphy to George B. and Kirsten R. Wendell, $815,000 on Aug. 29
Copyright material of Banker and Tradesman / the Commercial Record and The Warren Group. For past transactions, visit zip06.com/ realestate.
While current interest rates have been a deterrent to potential first time home buyers and those currently holding mortgages at rates under 4% and want to move; there is a far greater factor hampering the housing market: INVENTORY
Given current inventory levels are still hovering at around 60% of our areas (Madison, Guilford, Branford) normal availability, the most glaring void is housing that accommodates the enormous “Baby-Boomer” demographic looking to downsize into single level homes, specifically Ranch Style homes. The driver is NOT price; but rather the ability to transition into a smaller home requiring less maintenance WITHOUT sacrificing any of the creature comforts and amenities they currently enjoy in larger structures, i.e. Colonials. This buyer is ready, willing and able to spend more per square foot for a home than your typical buyer. Builders need to recognize this.
The average Ranch style home in our area sells for anywhere between $250 and $450 per square foot; very similar to the going rate for Colonials. Of course, condition and location are major factors that influence price. Traditionally ranches have been more expensive to build given higher foundation, roofing and land costs. However, today, the demand is for ranches offering 2,000 to 2,500 square feet of living space which basically negates the differential.
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With the current inventory of Ranches hovering at a paltry 46 units spread across our three towns, some buyers in this demographic are opting to purchase luxury condominiums at prices over $2 million or $1,000 per square foot. New or remodeled single family ranches could garner similar prices and offer a slightly higher level of privacy. The key to success here is building to a lifestyle as opposed to a price point.
And guess what, there is significant pent up demand for those soon to be vacated larger homes by young families and first time home buyers who are currently getting out bid each time one hits the market at a reasonable price.
Buyers and Sellers need to realize we will never see 2% mortgages again. They were a byproduct of COVID. 5% would be amazing. Yes, interest rates are due to drop a quarter point or so to around 6%; which will have some impact. However, nothing like the impact of increasing the availability of homes that accommodate a market segment now ready to move regardless.
