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63-Acre Purchase Goes to Town Meeting By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

A special town meeting will be held Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Guilford Community Center on the proposed purchase of a 63-acre property owned by the Bartlett Land Corporation on Durham Road. Town officials say purchasing the property would protect the surrounding ecology and expand recreational opportunities.

The town’s Land Acquisition Commission has negotiated with the corporation to purchase the property for $800,000, two-thirds of which it hopes to offset with state grants. The Board of Selectmen heard about the opportunity to purchase the property in a public setting at its Sept. 22 meeting, when Environmental Planner Kevin Magee discussed details of the proposed purchase and its potential benefits to Guilford.

Magee said access to the property would be from the beach parking lot at Lake Quonnipaug, which sits just south of the 63-acre parcel and connects to an existing trail system. The property is also adjacent to land owned by the Connecticut Water Company and the Guilford Sportsmen’s Club. One advantage of purchasing the property,

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Guilford Considers AI Tool for Resident Inquiries By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

The Board of Selectmen is considering the use of artificial intelligence software to provide residents with faster, around-theclock answers to questions while potentially reducing the volume of inquiries handled by town staff. The software, developed by Readyly, is an agentic AI tool marketed to local governments. At the selectmen’s Sept. 22 meeting, First Selectman Matt Hoey said the tool is “designed to create a better experience” for people visiting the town’s website by answering questions on a variety of topics, including after Town Hall has closed. The system could allow residents to receive answers without waiting for town staff to respond the following day while also reducing the amount of staff time spent handling routine inquiries. Hoey said he likes several aspects of Readyly, including its “rapid response” to inquiries, 24/7 availability and potential to free up staff time. “It’s an AI tool that allows for easier navigation for our residents in town — specific information, things as simple as

what do I need to pull a permit or how much, you know, how much did the police department spend this year,” Hoey told the Guilford Courier. Hoey said the tool could reduce the number of calls town employees receive from residents seeking that type of information. The company offers several contract lengths, ranging from three to 36 months. Regardless of the contract length selected, “they make it easy for us to get in and then get out,” Hoey said, if the town ultimately decides to discontinue use of the system. The onboarding fee for Readyly is $3,000, Hoey said. The town would also pay an annual service fee of $9,000 if it selected a 24- or 36-month contract. The selectmen have not yet decided which contract length, if any, the town would choose, but Hoey said several town officials who have seen the system demonstrated believe it could be useful. “[Readyly] made presentations to myself, to our HR director and a couple other staff members, and everyone seems to think that this could be a valuable tool,” said Hoey.

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

Correction In the Oct. 1 article “The Witch Tryal Brings Colonial History to North Madison,” the performance of The Witch Tryal will be held Saturday, Oct. 24. We regret the error.

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Irene Ayres Guilford Sept. 29, 2026, Irene N. (Uhl) Ayres, longtime resident of Guilford and Branford, died. She was the wife of the late Edward B. Ayres. Irene was born in Philadelphia, Pa., on March 9, 1931, daughter of the late Edwin G. Uhl and Mary (Goodes) Uhl. She was the loving mother of Anne Ayres of Branford; Edward (Todd) B. Ayres Jr. of Branford; and Elizabeth Bounds and her husband Jim of San Marcos, Texas. She is also survived by four grandchildren, William Ayres, John Mosychuk, Justine Ayres, and James Mosychuk; and six great-grandchildren; along with many Ayres nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to a memorial service at noon on Saturday, Oct. 24, at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 129 Ledge Hill Road, Guilford, with reception to follow in the parish hall. Burial will be held in Saint John’s Church Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to Breakthrough T1D (formerly known as JDRF), 200 Vesey Street, 28th Floor, New York, NY 10281; www.breakthrought1d.org/ or St. John’s Episcopal Church, 129 Ledge Hill Road, Guilford, CT 06437; www.stjohnsguilford.org. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

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Martin Deriso Madison Martin “Marty” Deriso, 89, formerly of Madison, passed away peacefully on Sept. 23, 2026, at Milford Health and Rehabilitation in Milford. Born in New Haven, April 3, 1937, and raised in Branford, he was the son of the late Casper and Martha (Hubert) Deriso. Marty began a lifelong career in the automotive field, working in his early years as shop foreman at Whalley Volkswagen. Marty later shared his knowledge and experience as an instructor at Technical Careers Institute and Baran Institute of Technology in East Windsor, where he taught generations of aspiring mechanics the many facets of automotive repair.

Outside of work, Marty enjoyed nature, music, landscaping, reading adventure novels, computers, and cycling. Marty will be remembered for his kindness, curiosity, resourcefulness, and willingness to lend a hand. Marty is survived by his sisters Jean DeRiso of Branford and Diane (Deriso) King (David) of Arizona; his daughters, Dawn Deriso (John Gowan) of Bellevue, Wash., and Susan Deriso (Fred Trabucchi) of Cromwell. He was predeceased by his sister Elaine (Deriso) Castiglione and former wife Helga (Liebehenschel) Deriso. A private graveside service will be held at St. Agnes Cemetery at the convenience of his family. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Marty’s memory to the Connecticut Audubon Society. To view Marty’s online memorial, please visit www.swanfuneralhomemadison.com.

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Robin Hammeal-Urban: Supporting Clinton’s Arts Community Continued from page 2 That experience eventually led Robin to take on a leadership role with the organization. Now in her second year as president, she says she approaches the position as a team effort. “Part of my philosophy of leading is sort of collaborative leadership, and the team is really great,” she says. That collaborative approach also reflects what Robin values about CAS itself. The society includes both experienced artists and people who are just beginning to explore their creativity. Its exhibitions, receptions, competitions, and other programs give members opportunities to show their work while also building relationships with other artists. “We really are an inclusive community where we have very new people, new artists,” Robin says. “Sometimes people will pull out their phones and show other people, ‘Here’s what I’m working on. Help me. I’m stuck on this.’” CAS hosts exhibitions throughout the year in its permanent exhibition space at Clinton Town Hall, with about six receptions annually. Nearly all of the artwork displayed in its exhibitions is available for purchase. One of those shows is the Elected Members Exhibition, which features artists who have earned elected membership through the society’s juried exhibitions. New CAS members begin as associate members. Artists whose work is accepted into at least three juried exhibitions become elected members and are eligible to participate in the Elected Members Exhibition. This year’s exhibition features 68 pieces in a variety of styles and media, including realism and abstract work and pieces created in oil, pastel, watercolor, and collage. Robin’s favorite CAS event, however, is its annual summer plein air painting competition and sale. The two-day event sends artists outdoors to paint before returning their work for judging and sale. Artists attach yellow balloons to their easels, allowing members

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of the public to spot participating painters as they work. “You would just see spotted yellow balloons all over the place,” Robin says. Last year, about 30 artists participated, traveling from Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and communities across Connecticut. While CAS gives established artists opportunities to exhibit and sell their work, Robin says one of the most rewarding parts of her involvement is helping people who are still finding their footing as artists. She recalls a young artist who wanted to participate but could not afford the membership fee. CAS provided a scholarship, and Robin says the artist has since finished school, entered an art-related career, regularly exhibits work, and has won awards. “For me, it’s the most rewarding part, nurturing folks and helping folks get to the next level,” she says. That support can be particularly important because creating art is often a solitary experience. Robin says artists can spend hours working alone, sometimes questioning their own abilities or whether their work belongs alongside that of other artists. “There are a lot of hours you could be by yourself pondering, like, ‘What the heck are you doing?’” she says. Robin has experienced firsthand what can happen when artists instead have people around them who encourage their work. She went from picking up oil paints in search of a creative outlet to preparing for her first solo exhibition and leading the organization that gave her an early opportunity to show her work publicly. Now, she wants other artists to find that same sense of community. For people who are interested in CAS but uncertain about taking that first step, Robin encourages them to attend one of the society’s receptions and meet the artists involved. “It’s not as scary as it might seem,” she says.

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

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Barbara J. Bishop (26-0271) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated September 15, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss ofrights to recover on such claim. Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk The fiduciary is: Keith B. Bishop c/o KATHERINE E MULRY, REID AND RIEGE P.C., ONE FINANCIAL PLAZA, HARTFORD, CT 06103

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Donna Hayden (26-0290) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated September 24, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Priscilla H. Geer, Clerk The fiduciary is: Matthew Pittorie c/o CHRISTINE FARRELL GROCHOWSKI, FARRELL & GROCHOWSKI, P.C., 375 CENTER STREET, P. 0 .BOX 369, WALLINGFORD, CT 06492

63-Acre Purchase Goes to Town Meeting Continued from page 1 according to Magee, is that the town could prevent development on the parcel that could “compromise” the health of Lake Quonnipaug while protecting forest blocks and surrounding wildlife. By acquiring the open space, forest blocks “that are important to habitats” would remain intact, he said. “If not,” Magee said, “they can be displaced into people’s yards, knocking on their doors, knocking on their bird feeders, going more into traffic.” Development on the property could also exacerbate a water runoff problem the town has seen on Durham Road, Magee said. Recreational opportunities around the property could also expand, with greater

activity at Lake Quonnipaug potentially taking it from a “summer beach area to a more year-round facility,” Magee said. To help offset the cost of the $800,000 purchase, the town is applying for an open space grant to be submitted in November to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. First Selectman Matt Hoey said the town would likely cover the remaining costs using previously approved money designated specifically for property purchases. The account, which was approved by Guilford voters a few years ago, was also used for the recent purchase of 370 Church St., adjacent to the town’s public safety headquarters. Magee said the Bartlett Land Corporation expects the deal to close “by the end of this year.”

LEGAL NOTICE Men and Women Invited to League of Women Voters All persons liable to pay water main assessment billings in the Town of Guilford are hereby notified that the first installment of water main assessment billing is due October 1, 2026. The last day to pay taxes without penalty is November 2, 2026. If payment is not made by November 2, 2026 interest will accrue to the original due date of October 1, 2026 at the rate of 1 ½% per month, or 18% per year from the date of the installment. Payments can be mailed to the Town of Guilford, Tax Collector, 31 Park Street, Guilford, CT, 06437. Please make sure to include your coupon with your payment. Payments may be made at the Tax Office at 31 Park St. Monday -Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Acceptable forms of payment are cash, checks, money order or cashier’s check. Please bring your bill with you. For questions regarding your water main assessment billings, please call the Tax Office at 203-453-8014. Deborah A. Milano Tax Collector, CCMC

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When is the last day to Register to Vote? Friday Oct 16, 2026: Deadline for voter registration by mail to be post-marked Deadline for voter registration at the DMV by close of business Deadline for voter registration online by 11:59 pm www.voterregistration.ct.gov Deadline for voter registration in person by 8:00 pm Registrar of Voters Office, in Guilford, 31 Park St., Guilford, CT IF YOU MISSED THE ABOVE DATE: You may register in person every day of Early Voting at the Early Voting location (Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park St., Registrar of Voters office, 1st floor). This is called Same Day Registration. Those dates will be October 19th thru November 1st, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except on October 27th and 29th, when the hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. IF YOU HAVE MISSED THE ABOVE DATES: If you are not registered, by the end of Early Voting days, but want to vote on Election Day, November 3rd, you may register in person on Election Day at the Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park St., Registrar of Voters office, 1st floor from 6AM to 8 PM. Lisa Kops & Gloria Nemczuk Registrars of Voters, Guilford

Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a VIRTUAL Meeting Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/237095743498904?p=T7ehZae8fdqQtrwiGk Meeting ID: 237 095 743 498 904 Passcode: Jj2Hs6xW Dial in by phone +1 469-208-1374 Phone conference ID: 962 523 945# The following will be heard: 688 Mulberry Point Road (Map 10 Lot 13, Zone R-2). Applicant/Agent: James Pretti Jr. PE, LS with Criscuolo Engineering LLC for Owner: Erin Courcey. Application to vary side setback to 1.5 ft where 8 ft is required (§3.4.B.6.a), vary rear setback to 13 ft where 15 ft is required (§3.4.B.7.a), vary lot coverage to 29.9% where 15% is required (§3.4.B.9) and vary floor area to 42 % where 30% is required (§3.4.B.10) for a second floor on existing house and garage. Copies of this Agenda and application materials 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 bridgesj@guilfordct.gov. Dial 203-453-8039 for assistance. Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 8th day of October 2026 - Steve Kops, Chairman

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Goodwill Buys Long Hill Road Property for $10.8M Staff Report

Goodwill Industries of Southern New England has purchased the industrial property at 385 Long Hill Road in Guilford for $10.765 million. The 123,309-square-foot facility sits on approximately 20.5 acres and was purchased from Seidman Guilford Realty LLC, according to O,R&L Commercial, which represented both sides of the transaction through separate agents. The property was the longtime Guilford home of The Safety Zone, a supplier of personal pro-

tective equipment and safety products. The Safety Zone moved its corporate headquarters and distribution operations from Essex to the Long Hill Road facility in 2014. Goodwill Industries of Southern New England serves communities throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island through retail stores, donation centers, employment programs, and other services. According to the release, the Guilford property will support the organization’s operations and continued presence in the region.

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Safe Search for Those Who Need to Feel Safe Women & Family Life Center (WFLC) offers Safe Search, a program that allows participants and walk-ins who need a safe place to use a phone or access the internet. Individuals have access to a computer, the internet, phone, printer, scanner, copier, and fax machine. Safe Search is a time and place where individuals can call counselors and/or lawyers, research jobs, and revise and print a resume. WFLC also offers a secure location to keep documents for future use. For more information, contact 203458-6699 or info@womenandfamilylife.org, or visit womenandfamilylife.org.

NAMI Shoreline Family-to-Family Class The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Shoreline will offer Family-to-Family, a free education program for family members, partners, friends, and significant others of adults living with mental illness. The nine-session program is designed to help participants understand and support their loved ones while maintaining their own well-being. Topics include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, and other mental health conditions. The in-person class will meet weekly beginning Monday, Sept. 21, through Monday, Nov. 16, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Registration is required at NAMIct.org under “Support and Education.” For more information, visit NAMIct.org or text Carol at 203-444-5253.

LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION GUILFORD ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Zoning Board of Appeals held a virtual meeting on September 23, 2026, and at this meeting the following actions were taken: Approved: 811 Leetes Island Road (Map 18 Lot 14, Zone R-5). Applicant/Agent: James Pretti Jr. PE, LS with Criscuolo Engineering LLC for Owner: Annette Melvin. Application to vary side setback to 2 ft where 20 ft is required for a detached garage with second floor studio space (§3.4.E.6.a).

The Electors of the Town of Guilford are hereby warned to meet at their respective polling places in said town on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the following purposes: I. To cast their votes for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Representative in Congress, State Senator, State Representative, Secretary of the State, Treasurer, Comptroller, Attorney General, Judge of Probate, and Registrar of Voters. II. To vote on the following question for the approval or disapproval of a proposed AMENDMENT to the Guilford Town Charter, a vote of “YES” being a vote for approval, and vote of “NO” being a vote for disapproval. 1. Shall the Guilford Town Charter be revised as proposed by the Guilford Charter Revision Com mission and as approved by the Board of Selectmen at its special meeting of August 24, 2026? The full text of such proposed question with explanatory text, printed in accordance with SS 2-30a of the General Statutes, is available at the town clerk’s office for public distribution. Notice is hereby given that the location of the polling places is as follows: VOTING DISTRICT 1 2 3 4 5

LOCATION OF POLLING PLACE Calvin Leete School, South Union Street Abraham Baldwin School, Bullard Drive Guilford Firehouse Headquarters, 390 Church St. Melissa Jones School, Ledge Hill Rd. A.W. Cox School, Three Mile Course

Absentee Ballots will be counted at the following central location: Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford, CT 06437. Voting tabulators will be used. The polls will be opened at six o’clock in the morning (6:00 a.m.) and will remain open until eight o’clock in the evening (8:00 p.m.) Early voting will take place from Monday, October 19, 2026, to Sunday, November 1, 2026. Early voting hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every day, except that the hours are extended to 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the last Tuesday and Thursday, October 27 and 29, 2026. Each early voting location will offer Same-Day Election Registration (SDR). During the early voting period, the early voting and SDR location is Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford, CT 06437. On Election Day, SDR is available at Guilford Town Hall. Dated at Guilford, Connecticut, this 28th day of September, 2026.

Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 8th day of October 2026 - Steve Kops, Chairman

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GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 8, 2026 • SPORTS

Guilford Courier Valley Courier Thursday, October 8, 2026

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The Guilford boys and girls soccer teams will host Breast Cancer Awareness Games at Kavanaugh Stadium later this month. The boys will play West Haven on Thursday, Oct. 15, and the girls will face Amity on Thursday, Oct. 22.

Guilford Cross Country Sweeps SCC Titles, Football Stays Unbeaten By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

It was another successful week across the Guilford fall sports landscape, with the Grizzlies continuing to rack up wins and make their presence felt throughout the Southern Connecticut Conference. Guilford’s boys and girls cross country teams both captured SCC divisional championships, the football team remained unbeaten at 4-0, and both soccer teams continued their strong starts to the season. Guilford’s boys and girls cross country teams competed at the SCC Division Championships, with both teams turning in dominant performances. The Guilford boys placed six runners among the top eight finishers, led by senior Jordan Espinosa, who won the individual race in 15:53.9. Senior Lewis Thoreen finished third in 16:14.1, followed by senior Caleb Hansen in fifth at 16:39.2, sophomore Jude Sico in sixth at 16:51.4, and senior Tyler Mezrich in seventh at 17:08.5. Senior Luca Esposito-Langlais added an eighth-place finish in 17:14.1, while senior David Zhang finished 13th in 17:29.6. The Guilford girls were just as impressive, placing seven runners among the top 11 finishers. Senior Olivia Jackson led the way, winning the individual championship in 18:55.8, while senior Indrid Pelliccio finished runner-up in 19:34.1. Sophomore Dalia Dadak placed sixth in 21:01.2, followed closely by freshman Lily Ridge in seventh at 21:02.4 and freshman Victoria

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Guilford’s top seven girls cross country finishers at the SCC Division Championships are, from left, Indrid Pelliccio, Olivia Jackson, Ella Joormann, Sienna Brackney, Lily Ridge, Victoria Gwiadza, and Dalia Dadak. The Grizzlies captured the divisional team title.

Gwiadza in ninth at 21:19.4. Sophomore Ella Joormann finished 10th in 21:47.7, and senior Sienna Brackney rounded out Guilford’s top seven in 11th at 22:04.1. With both individual champions and deep finishes throughout the field, Guilford swept the boys and girls divisional team titles. Guilford’s football team also remained unbeaten, improving to 4-0 with a dominant 35-0 victory over Brookfield.

Junior running back Shane Connelly once again led the way offensively, rushing for 165 yards on 17 carries and scoring three touchdowns on runs of 2, 7, and 56 yards. Connelly now has 10 touchdowns through Guilford’s first four games. Ryan Lynch added two touchdown passes, connecting with Ben Mennone on an 80-yard scoring play and Reed Hovick on a 16-yard touchdown. Owen Andrews added two extra points, while Jack Coyne

converted the extra point following Connelly’s final two touchdowns. Guilford will begin a three-game road stretch next week against West Haven. The Blue Devils are 1-3 and coming off a 41-19 loss to Fairfield Ludlowe. The Grizzlies will then travel to face Lyman Hall and North Haven before returning home. The Guilford boys soccer team also continued its strong start, improving to 5-2-2 after earning two victories and a tie last week. The Grizzlies picked up wins over Amity and Sheehan before tying North Haven in their most recent matchup. The Guilford girls soccer team went 2-1 last week and improved to 4-3 on the season. The Grizzlies earned victories over Jonathan Law and Sacred Heart Academy but suffered a loss to Amity. Both Guilford soccer programs will also host Breast Cancer Awareness Games at Kavanaugh Stadium later this month. The boys will kick off the events Thursday, Oct. 15, with a 4 p.m. junior varsity game followed by the varsity matchup against West Haven at 6 p.m. The girls will turn the stadium pink Thursday, Oct. 22, hosting Amity for a 4 p.m. JV game and 6 p.m. varsity contest. Both events will bring the community together to raise awareness while offering refreshments, T-shirts, and 50/50 raffles. All donations and proceeds from purchases will benefit Infinite Strength, a local organization dedicated to supporting women living with metastatic breast cancer.

SPORTS • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 8, 2026

Guilford Field Hockey Improves to 7-1 By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Guilford field hockey continued its strong start to the season Monday night, cruising to a 9-0 victory over Mercy on Breast Cancer Awareness Night. The victory improved the Grizzlies to 7-1 this season as they look to continue building momentum heading into a challenging stretch of the schedule. Guilford has received plenty of production from its experienced core, with head coach Kitty Palmer pointing to the team’s senior leadership as one of the biggest reasons for its early success. Palmer said the team will go as far as the seniors lead, but the Grizzlies have also gained valuable production from their underclassmen across the field and in the cage. “We have a lot of senior leadership, which has been great,” Palmer said. The Grizzlies’ only loss of the season came against Daniel Hand, which defeated Guilford in a competitive 1-0 game. Palmer said the close matchup showed the level of competition Guilford will face as the season progresses. The schedule gets even tougher this week, with the Grizzlies set to face Cheshire, Glastonbury, and Branford, the reigning conference and state champions. “It’s very competitive, no question,” Palmer said of the conference. While Guilford has gotten off to the start it hoped for, Palmer said the team understands there are still areas that need to improve. Over the next several games, Palmer wants to see the Grizzlies sharpen their passing game and play more as a unit. She also emphasized becoming more effective on offensive penalty corners. “We need to be better at team passing, a little bit sharper,” Palmer said. “And we have to do better on our offensive corners, definitely. We don’t seem to get many goals off them, and that’s a clear advantage when you do get a corner. So that needs to be worked on.” Guilford has also been led by senior captain Zoe Tsoukanelis, who has been one of

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Guilford senior captain Zoe Tsoukanelis has helped lead the Grizzlies to a 7-1 start this season. Tsoukanelis has been one of Guilford’s top scorers in recent seasons.

the team’s top scorers in recent seasons and continues to lead the attack this year. The Grizzlies have also benefited from the play of fellow senior captain Erin Randall, who has stepped into a larger role at center midfield following an injury to one of Guilford’s key players. “Zoe has been our high scorer the last couple of years and again this year,” Palmer said. “Erin has taken over and

done a great job in the middle, so our middle is strong.” Palmer also credited Guilford’s sophomore goalkeeper Stella Pepe for stepping up amid the team’s injury situation. Pepe has taken over the starting role and impressed Palmer with her performance in goal. “Our goalie is a sophomore, and she’s done a heck of a job to fill in,” Palmer said.

High School Diploma/GED and Other Programs Shoreline Adult Education, formerly known as ERACE, offers free academic programs for individuals seeking to earn their high school diploma/GED, practice their English language skills, or prepare for their U.S. citizenship test. These classes are available to individuals aged 17 years or older who live in Branford, North Branford, Guilford, or Clinton. Individuals outside the four-town region may register for a fee if space is available. Limited spots are available for residents of any town at no charge. Shoreline Adult Education also offers a variety of affordable enrichment classes, open to individuals of any town, including courses on computers, music and dance, cooking, career development, CPR and first aid, world languages, business and financial planning, fine arts, photography, and writing. For more information, call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

“We’ve had some injuries, and she stepped up and done a great job. So she’s earned that spot.” With a 7-1 record and a difficult stretch ahead, Guilford will look to continue improving in the areas Palmer identified while relying on its senior leadership to maintain its strong play into the second half of the season.

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The Seymour Trail Hike: A Walk in Trust By Liz Egan Special to Living

Long before my arrival at my rental cottage in Brewster on Cape Cod, I made plans for a myriad of activities that would fill the three “restful” weeks I would spend there. Of course, first among them was to begin to write a novel, or at the very least put on paper the many stories that fill my thoughts. The phrase, “When we make plans, God laughs,” echoes in my consciousness and reminds me never to take my plans, and especially my expectations, seriously. During the first day, I wrote all morning about my unexpected trip abroad that preceded my time here at the Cape. Somehow, sitting indoors, no matter how productive it seemed, made sense when a glorious day revealed itself outside my door. Using my TrailLink and Google apps, I located a three-mile hike about five miles from the cottage. According to the TrailLink app, Punkhorn Parklands was scenic and flat, leading to an overlook at a pond. It sounded just right for the time and anticipated distance I wanted to spend. With the aid of Google Maps, I drove to the trailhead parking lot, off a long dirt road. There was a Photo by Liz Egan large map of the area posted. The Seymour Trail, in yellow, was The Seymour Trail winds through the Punkhorn Parklands in Brewster, clearly marked. Off I went in the Massachusetts. light of this beautiful day. My husband Paul was a seasoned hiker and was active with local trail maintenance. His longstanding study group, the Monday Night Boys, did extensive hike and kayak trips that lasted for days. He regularly hiked the Presidential Range in New Hampshire with his friend Gary and his sons. He completed hiking trips with a church group. Paul wanted me to love hiking as much as he did. He taught me how to read trail markers and take notice of signage. In addition, he taught me to have a keen eye for rock and tree formations that also served as natural markers on the path. The trail out to the pond was Photo by Liz Egan clear. I followed the yellow markers carefully and took pictures A small piece of wood shaped like a bird became a reassuring sign for along the way as a reminder of Liz after she lost her way on the Seymour Trail.

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Trail markers help guide hikers along the Seymour Trail, where Liz's planned three-mile hike took an unexpected turn.

the path I had just journeyed. Because this was midweek and after the summer rental season, I was alone in the woods. I was so relaxed. There was even a folding chair at the edge of the pond at the halfway point, 1 1/2 miles and one hour from my start. I filmed a short video for my buddy neighbors who were minding my house back in Clinton. On the way back to my car, I was so confident of my direction that I missed some of the yellow trail markers meant to guide me. I was lost. Stopping, I said a prayer. Trust. Trust. Trust. I took out my phone. Opening Google Maps, I noted two things. My battery was low because of all the pictures and video, and the map indicated that the car was 4.9 miles away.

How did that happen? All I had was a blue beacon for the car and an arrow that seemed not to match the direction I was walking. I laughed, realizing this short, quiet hike was now going to be an adventure. For the next hour, it felt as if I was walking in circles attempting to follow the direction of the arrow. I only periodically looked at my phone to conserve battery. With the sunlight fading, I said another prayer and took a deep breath. I said, “Paul darling, I know you are here with me.” I looked down. I saw a small piece of wood in the shape of a bird. Laughing, I collected myself and went forward. Paul’s mother lovingly called him “Birdsy.” The golfers for whom he See The Seymour page 23

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Calendar for the Week of October 8, 2026

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THURSDAY, OCT. 8 The Venice Carnivale: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Laura Parisi. Features photographs of the Venice Carnivale and the island of Burano. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Blood Donation Drive: Noon to 5 p.m. St. Mary Church Branford, 731 Main St., Branford. For info or to make an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

ball plant and gauzy ghost for Halloween. For info, contact 203-245-2689 or info@madisonartsbarn.org, or visit madisonartsbarn.org.

River Valley Art Tour Gala Opening: 5 to 7 p.m. Essex Art Association Gallery, 10 N. Main St., Essex. Features one piece by each of the 44 participating artists, with 10 Lego Robotics, Grades 1-2: 5 to 6 p.m. Smith Library, 3 artists showing additional work. Wine and appetizers will Old Post Rd., Northford. Participants build with Legos be available. Brochures with a map and information and learn simple coding using Lego Education Spike about the participating artists will be available. For info, Essentials Kits. Recommended for grades one and two. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484- visit rivervalleyartists.com. 0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Stories of Revolutionary Women: 7 p.m. Deep River Historical Society's Carriage House, 245 Main St. Program Honig Wine Tasting: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Madison Beach presented in collaboration with the Deep River Public Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. Features a guided tasting of four Library and the Deep River Historical Society. Free and wines from Honig Vineyard & Winery paired with seaopen to all. For info, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlisonal bites. Cost: $60. For info or tickets, visit brary.libcal.com. eventvesta.com/events/159342/t/tickets.

Tick Activity Throughout the Year: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a presentation by Natalie Bailey, Banking Scams Targeting Seniors: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith agricultural research technician, and Jessica Brown, agriLibrary, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Presented by the Con- cultural research postdoctoral research scientist, of the necticut Department of Banking. The program covers Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, on the life common banking scams, including the grandparent, lot- cycles of medically important tick species in Connecticut tery and IRS scams, and ways to avoid becoming a victim. and when each life stage is most likely to be encounFor info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northtered. Free. Registration suggested. For info or to regisbranford.librarycalendar.com. ter, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Art in Flight: Reinventing Postmodernism: 2 p.m. Via Zoom. Features a virtual author talk with Smithsonian curator Carolyn Russo about her book, The Ascent of Rauschenberg. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Teen Crafternoon: Shrinky Dinks Keychains: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For ages 12 to 18. Create a personalized keychain. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-6692342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Creepy Creations Workshop: 4 to 6 p.m. Madison Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr. Participants will make a creepy eye-

FRIDAY, OCT. 9

Lego Robotics, Grades 3-5: 6 to 7 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Participants build with Legos and learn simple coding using Lego Education Spike Essentials Kits. Recommended for grades three through five. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Progress Is Inevitable: It Begins With Vision: 7 p.m. Christian Science Church, 49 Park St., Guilford. Free Christian Science lecture by Dave Hohle, CSB, on gaining a clearer understanding of life and reality as expressions of God. All are welcome. Child care provided. For info, visit christianscienceguilford.com.

FRIDAY, OCT. 9 AND SATURDAY, OCT. 10 William Raveis Charitable Fund: Gold for Good: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. William Raveis, 709 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Bring unwanted gold and silver items to be evaluated and paid for on the spot. The proprietor will make a donation to the William Raveis Charitable Fund. Donations fund the Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. For info, call 203-318-3570.

SATURDAY, OCT. 10 Rummage Sale: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. St. Lawrence Church, 7 Hemlock Dr., Killingworth. Features clothes, accessories, bedding, household goods, books, and more. Free parking. Cash only. For info, call 860-663-2576.

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The Seymour Trail Hike: A Walk in Trust Continued from page 22 caddied named him “Birddog.” He was with me. With literally a bird in hand, I followed a path that was not the one I started on. “Private Property — No Hunting” signs were the only markings. I kept walking. My feet were tired and my ankles ached from the uneven ground. Forty-five min-

utes later, I emerged on a dirt road, still far from my car, but with a sense of calm. I saw local residents walking their dogs and waving hello. Another 30 minutes later, I was back in my car, tired, thirsty, and grateful that I had trusted that everything was going to be all right. Before I left, I wanted to take a picture of the posted map as a reminder of my day. As I went to take the photograph, the bat-

tery went dead on my phone. I laughed, thinking, “Who needs a picture when you have the experience?” Arriving back at my rental cottage, I realized the hike had been a metaphor of my recent personal journey. Struggling with loss, trying to power through with intellect, and eventually succumbing to trust that everything would work out if I just kept moving forward and continued to

do my best. That afternoon caused me to shift the focus of my stay on Cape Cod. It reminded me to be present, to appreciate the life that happens today, and let go of some imaginary idea of what life should be. I love to learn life lessons. Especially when I am unprepared for them. They continue to teach me to be grateful and enjoy each and every day.

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Friends of the Farm River to Host Agricultural Tour Press Release from Friends of the Farm River & Estuary

Friends of the Farm River & Estuary will host a Sustainable Farm River Agricultural Tour on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 2:30 p.m. at Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill Farm, 186 Old Post Road, Northford. The tour will offer an opportunity to learn how William Dellacamera has transformed the large farm operation into a managed fertility system that depends on clover and other ground cover to hold soil, keep it moist, and provide natural fertilizer for produce. Dellacamera, recently featured in the documentary A Shortened Season, has been farming for more than 40 years. Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill Farm has been familyowned for more than 100 years. The farm encompasses 125 acres of vegetable farmland and grows corn, tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, cucumbers, peppers, strawberries, and sunflowers. The farm also provides fresh produce to local Big Y stores. The Sustainable Farm River Agricultural Tour is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is available at tinyurl.com/FFRE farmtour. Friends of the Farm River & Estuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2002 to facilitate access to, and environmentally sound use of, the Farm River watershed through collaboration, outreach, and education. For more information, visit friendsoffarmriver.org. A rainbow stretches over the fields at Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill Farm in Northford, where Friends of the Farm River & Estuary will host a Sustainable Farm River Agricultural Tour on Oct. 17.

Continued from page 23 Essex Community Touch-A-Truck Event: 10 a.m. to noon. Essex Fire Department, 11 Saybrook Rd., Essex. Families can explore vehicles from local first responders and community services and meet the people who operate them. The event begins with a story time in the Fire Department’s Community Room. Free and open to the public. No registration required. Event will not be held in the event of rain. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Raptors of Connecticut: 11 a.m. to noon. Yellow Barn at Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Road, Guilford. Rose Crisci of Blue Moon Raptors will present a program featuring a Great Horned Owl, Eastern Screech Owl, American Kestrel and Red-shouldered Hawk. Blue Moon Raptors rescues birds of prey and offers educational programs about their role in maintaining the balance of nature. Free; donations appreciated. For info, call 203-457-0770 or visit dudleyfarm.com/events. Electrify Your Drive! A Free EV Car Show: Noon to 2 p.m. Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Experienced electric vehicle owners will display their cars and discuss driving and charging electric

Photo courtesy of Friends of the Farm River & Estuary.

vehicles. Auto dealers will showcase electric vehicle models. Free. For info, contact Robert Langdon at 203915-4819 or rlangdon1@mac.com, or visit driveelectricmonth.org/event?eventid=5321. Remember You Must Live: On Life, Loss, and Impermanence Opening Reception: 2 to 4 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St., Guilford. Opening reception for a group exhibition exploring themes of life, loss, change, aging, grief, memory, renewal, and impermanence. Free. For info, visit guilfordartcenter.org. STEAM Saturdays: Spider Web Slime: 2:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. For ages 5 to 12. Participants will explore the chemistry behind non-Newtonian fluids while making slime. Wear clothing that can get messy. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Annual Harvest Supper: Takeout from 4 to 5 p.m.; dinein from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1382 Middletown Ave., Northford. Dinner includes baked ham, roast turkey, roast beef, side dishes and desserts. $30 per person for takeout; $30 per person for dine-in, $10 for children 12 and younger. Dine-in is limited to 75 people and reservations are required by

Oct. 3. Raffle prizes will be available. To reserve, call Nan Monde at 203-710-7005. Proceeds support community outreach programs. Cocktails & Conversation with Ann Nyberg and Amy Bloom: 4 to 6:30 p.m. BACA Art Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Connecticut journalist, author and storyteller Ann Nyberg and author Amy Bloom discuss Bloom’s memoir, In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss. Each $100 ticket includes a copy of the book, with an opportunity to have it signed by Bloom and take a photo with the author. Limited seating. Proceeds benefit BACA and its programs. For info or tickets, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org. Paul Trail Sunset Walk: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Paul Trail, Guilford. Easy approximately 1.5-mile autumn walk featuring rocky outcrops overlooking Great Harbor Marsh and Long Island Sound. Meet at the trail entrance on Sachem’s Head Road across from Community Nursery School; park along the curb and bring a flashlight. Rain date: Sunday, Oct. 11, at 5 p.m. For info, text 203-8920767.

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MONDAY, OCT. 12

Drag Queen Bingo: 7 to 10 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., Chester. Doors open at 6 p.m. Third annual bingo fundraiser presented by the Friends of the Chester Public Library, featuring the Darling Divas. Ages 21 and older. Attendees may bring their own food and beverages. Tickets: $28.52 spectators; $44.52 general admission. For info or tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/drag-queen-bingolibrary-fundraiser-tickets-1997773307742.

Second Monday Art Program: 2 to 3 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Adults will use leaves, wildflowers, acorns and paint to create images on blank cards. Space and supplies are limited. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, OCT. 13 Winslow Homer's America: The Art of a New Nation: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Bob Potter. Explores the art of Winslow Homer and its reflection of 19th-century America. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org.

SATURDAY, OCT. 10 THROUGH MONDAY, OCT. 12 River Valley Art Tour: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Various studios and galleries in Chester, Essex, and Deep River. Selfguided tour featuring 44 artists in 21 studios and galleries. For info, visit rivervalleyartists.com.

SUNDAY, OCT. 11 Griswold Forum: “Florence Griswold and the Old Lyme Artists”: 9:30 to 10:15 a.m., followed by Q&A. Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. Photographer Fred Verillo discusses the personalities, social and cultural circumstances, and physical setting that con-tributed to Old Lyme becoming the home of American Impressionism. The presentation includes background on the Impressionist art movement and a virtual tour of the Florence Griswold house. For info, call 860-434-1621. Books & Bagels: Elizabeth Poliner: 10:30 a.m. Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek, 55 E. Kings Hwy., Chester. Author Elizabeth Poliner discusses her novel Spinning at the Edges and earlier book As Close to Us as Breathing, followed by a question-and-answer session. Light refreshments will be served, and copies of both books will be available for sale and signing. Free and open to the public. Advance registration requested. For info or to register, visit cbsrz.org. 22nd Annual Roslyn Young Memorial Concert: Salon Music in Early America: 4 p.m. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Lane, Madison. The New York-based Circle of Friends Baroque Ensemble performs works by Corelli, Thomas and Michael Arne, Handel, William Billings, J. Oswald, William Selby, arias from The Beggar's Opera, and songs

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Jazz guitarist Frank Vignola, left, and rhythm guitarist Vinny Raniolo will perform as part of the Art of the Guitar series at the Chester Meeting House on Oct. 17.

Frank Vignola, Vinny Raniolo Bring ‘Art of the Guitar’ to Chester Press Release from AcousticMusic.Org

What do Ringo Starr, Les Paul, Madonna, and the Boston Pops all have in common? They’ve all worked with jazz guitarist Frank Vignola. On Saturday, Oct. 17, at 8 p.m., the Art of the Guitar series continues at the Chester Meeting House with Vignola and longtime performing partner Vinny Raniolo. Vignola, who holds a weekly residency at the Birdland Jazz Club in New York City, is known for his swing, technique, and repertoire spanning multiple genres. Joining him is rhythm guitarist Raniolo, a

by Francis Hopkinson. Performers are Claire Smith Bermingham, violin; Jeremy Rhizor, violin; Margrét Hjaltested, viola; Anneke Schaul-Yoder, cello; Dylan Sauerwald, harpsichord; and soprano Brittany Palmer. A reception with the musicians follows the concert. Presented as part of

touring musician and educator whose work includes appearances on public television and soundtracks for HBO’s Boardwalk Empire. Together, the pair have toured internationally, playing venues ranging from Carnegie Hall to the Sydney Opera House. The Art of the Guitar series is sponsored by Wyeth Architects in Chester and presented by AcousticMusic.Org. The series will conclude Saturday, Dec. 5, with a performance by acoustic guitarist Kaki King. Tickets for the Oct. 17 show are $35 in advance and can be purchased at AcousticMusic.Org.

the Music at the Meetinghouse series. Tickets are $25; free for children under 18. Tickets are available at the door. For info, contact 203-245-2739, ext. 12 or kyoung2199@gmail.com, or visit RoslynYoungMemorial.org.

Autumn Joy: Celebrating CT Grown Flowers: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Quonnipaug Room, Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Michael Russo, floral designer and founding member of the CT Flower Collective, will create two small bouquets using seasonal fall flowers and discuss the Connecticut Flower Collective. Seating is limited and registration is required. For info or to register, contact 203-453-0780 or kayclaiborn@comcast.net. Deep River 60 Club: Guided Tour of the Chester Museum at the Mill: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Chester Museum at the Mill, 9 West Main St. (Route 148), Chester. Learn about Chester's Italian and American community and view a quilt display. Free. For info, call 860-767-2302. Tween Dungeons and Dragons: 3:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For tweens. Each session features a standalone adventure. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Open Mic Night: 5:30 p.m. Henry on Main, 10 West Main St., Clinton. Bring poetry to read or listen to readings with Clinton Poet Laureate Bethany Howard. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Tuesday Trivia: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Monthly adult trivia program featuring five categories in a Jeopardy-style format. Teams may have up to four players, with a limit of six teams. For info or to register, call 860-6632000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

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THURSDAY, OCT. 15

Nara Aziza Smith: Homemade Book Signing: 6 p.m. RJ Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Digital creator and entrepreneur Nara Aziza Smith signs copies of her debut cookbook, Homemade. Tickets: $37, includes admission to the signing line and one copy of the book. For info or tickets, call 203-2453959 or visit rjjulia.com/event/2026-1013/nara-aziza-smith-homemade-booksigning.

Great Decisions: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Facilitated by Tom Lee. Discussion topic: Ukraine and the Future of European Security. Cost: $5 with your own 2026 Great Decisions Briefing Book; $40, including the book. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Veterans Coffee and Connections: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Clinton Town Hall Green Room, 54 E. Main St. Hosted by the Clinton Veterans Advisory Committee. Veterans can meet for coffee and conversation and make connections. For info, call Rick Way at 203-980-5448.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14 Baby Keepsake: Clay Pumpkin Keepsake: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Craft program for caregivers and young children from birth to age 2; sibling helpers are welcome. Participants create a clay pumpkin keepsake using a child's hand or footprint. All supplies provided. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. S.T.E.A.M. Lab: 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For grades K to 4. Explore STEM toys through hands-on activities. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. The Web They Wove: Women & Their Wardrobes During New England’s Revolution: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Program about women's contributions during the Revolutionary era, with a focus on textiles and clothing production. Sponsored by the Branford Historical Society. Registration required. For info, call 203488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Candidate Forum: 6:30 p.m. John Winthrop Middle School auditorium, 1 Winthrop Rd., Deep River. The Essex and Brainerd libraries will jointly sponsor a forum for candidates for the 36th House District and 33rd Senate District. Participating candidates are Renee LaMark Muir, D, and Guy Tuccero, R, for the House seat, and Norm Needleman, D, and Charles Ferraro, R, for the Senate seat. Questions may be submitted to athompson@essexlib.org or mlehmacher@brainerdlibrary.org by Oct. 7. For info, contact the Essex Library at 860-767-1560 or visit essexlibrary.org.

Guilford Grizzlies Boys Soccer Breast Cancer Awareness Game: 4 p.m. JV, 6 p.m. Varsity. Kavanaugh Stadium, GuilClassically trained actor Joshua Kane brings Shakespeare Alive! to the Kate’s Classroom Connections free student matinee series on Nov. 19. The program is designed for students ford High School, 605 New England Road, Guilford. Games against West Haven will in grades 6 through 11. include refreshments, T-shirts, and 50/50 raffles. Donations and proceeds benefit Infinite Strength, which supports women living with metastatic breast cancer. For info, call 203-453-2741. Photo courtesy of the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center

The Kate Offers Free Student Matinee Series Press Release from the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center

The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, the Kate, in Old Saybrook is offering its Classroom Connections free student matinee series during the 2026-27 school year, with support from grants from the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, the George A. and Grace L. Long Foundation, and the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation. The series brings classroom curricula to life through the performing arts, with programs geared toward students in a range of grade levels. On Friday, Oct. 9, master illusionist Lyn Dillies presents Your Vote Is Magic for students in grades 5 through 12 at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Dillies created the program as a visual civics lesson designed to teach and inspire future voters, weaving illusion with lessons about civic responsibility. On Tuesday, Nov. 10, History, Culture, and Traditions of the Mohegan Tribe will

Native American Beliefs and Legends Written in the Stone: 6:30 p.m. Deep River Library, 150 Main St., Deep River. Local historian Richard Kalapos presents a program about ancient technology and wonders created by pre-Colonial Native Americans, including Native American beliefs and legends written in stone at the Solar Observatory in Deep River. No regis-

be presented for students in grades 1 through 5 at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. David Eichelberg (Pataqaham Wahsoohs), outreach and tradition specialist, and Catie Meehan, language teacher and firekeeper for the Mohegan Tribe, offer an interactive presentation on the history, culture, and traditions of the Mohegan people. On Thursday, Nov. 19, Joshua Kane presents Shakespeare Alive! for students in grades 6 through 11 at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Relying on the power of Shakespeare’s language, classically trained actor Kane takes audiences on a tour in which they meet such characters as Richard III, Oberon, and Henry V, visit the Roman Senate, and storm the beach at Harfleur. Study guides for all programs are available. For additional information or to book a classroom, contact Marisa Calvi-Rogers at 860-510-0473 or marisa.calvirogers@thekate.org.

tration required. For info, call 860-5266039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. Guilford Job Network: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Features guest speakers. Open to all job seekers. For info or to receive the Zoom meeting link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aol.com.

SFX Makeup Workshop: 4 to 6 p.m. Madison Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr. Participants will learn special-effects makeup techniques for creating scars, bruises, and bloody cuts. For info, contact 203-2452689 or info@madisonartsbarn.org, or visit madisonartsbarn.org. Pre-Performance Talk: Verdi’s Macbeth: 5:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St., Guilford. Alan Mann, artistic director of Opera Theater of Connecticut, will discuss Verdi’s opera, including its music, characters and dramatic themes. Co-sponsored by the Shoreline Opera Club and Shoreline Village Connecticut. Free; registration requested. For info, email ShorelineOperaClub@gmail.com or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. All About Allergies with Physician Zachary Rubin: 6 p.m. Via Zoom. Virtual author talk about Rubin’s book, All About Allergies: Everything You Need to Know About Asthma, Food Allergies, Hay Fever, and More. Free. Registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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Titanic Immersive Experience Coming to Mohegan Sun Press Release from Mohegan Sun

The Legend of the Titanic: The Ultimate Immersive Experience will make its North American debut at Mohegan Sun on Friday, Nov. 20, following runs in Madrid, Munich, London, and Paris. Presented by MAD Artes Digitales and Paquin Entertainment Group, the 90-minute experience uses projections, interactive installations, virtual and augmented reality, historical displays, and scenic recreations to tell the story of the Titanic. The attraction will remain at Mohegan Sun into early 2027. Visitors will follow the ship’s story from its construction at Belfast’s Harland & Wolff shipyard through its maiden voyage across the Atlantic. The experience includes recreations of the ship’s cabins and corridors, original artifacts from the White Star Line, costume replicas, and props used in the movie Titanic. “After captivating over 1 million visitors in Europe since our inaugural launch in Madrid in September of 2024, this spectacular experience, suitable for all ages, is set to make its North American debut at the iconic Mohegan Sun on November 20th, 2026, and we couldn’t be more excited,” says Justin Paquin, president of exhibitions and theatricals at Paquin Entertainment Group. Visitors enter the attraction through an extension at Casino of the Sky near Star Bar, beginning with a Dockside Boarding area

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A recreation of the Titanic and its White Star Line surroundings is among the installations featured in The Legend of the Titanic: The Ultimate Immersive Experience, opening Nov. 20 at Mohegan Sun.

designed to evoke Southampton Harbour in 1912. Sounds of seagulls, steam engines, and a bustling harbor accompany the experience as augmented reality and interactive storytelling introduce people, artifacts, and stories connected to the Titanic’s voyage. The journey continues through a recreation of the corridors of third class before opening into a main hall featuring historical material about the ship, its passengers, and the society of the

Continued from page 26 An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Actor Campbell Harmon performs stories and poems by Edgar Allan Poe and discusses Poe's life, death and legacy. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. Registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Palate to Palette: 6 to 9 p.m. Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Signature fundraising gala featuring live music, food from regional restaurants and caterers, and a silent auction of new artwork by association member artists. Tickets: $85 per person; RSVP required. Pro-

era. Visitors then enter a firstclass lounge designed to illustrate the style of first-class travel aboard the Titanic. A collection of original artifacts, including china, silverware, and personal items, is displayed alongside movie props, costume replicas, and other pieces connected to the ship and its story. Another portion of the attraction, Until the Orchestra Fell Silent!, uses virtual reality to tell the story of the Titanic’s orches-

tra and its musicians. The presentation features a newly composed piece by René Merkelbach inspired by Nearer, My God, to Thee, which has long been associated with accounts of the ship’s final moments. The experience also includes a large immersive showroom with 360-degree, floor-to-ceiling projections tracing the Titanic from its construction and maiden voyage through the events of April 14 and 15, 1912. The presentation

ceeds support the association’s exhibitions and special projects. For info or tickets, call 860-434-7802 or visit lymeartassociation.org/palate-to-palette. 101st CT Representatives Candidates’ Debate: 7 p.m. Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd., Madison. The League of Women Voters of the East Shore sponsors a debate featuring Mary Ann Connelly and John-Michael Parker. The public is invited to attend. The debate will be recorded and may be viewed on the League of Women Voters of the East Shore YouTube channel. Questions for the candidates are welcome. For info or to submit questions or topics, email eastshoreleague@yahoo.com.

incorporates the fictional Callaghan family, a father and daughter traveling aboard the ship, as a narrative device through which visitors experience the unfolding events. Additional displays explore the stories of the Titanic’s passengers, survivors, and those who died, along with the myths and stories that have become associated with the ship. The final portion is an interactive experience developed with VR Coaster. Visitors virtually descend into the Atlantic to see the Titanic as it rests on the ocean floor before traveling back in time to explore recreations of the ship’s decks, cabins, and lounges representing all three passenger classes. “At Mohegan Sun, we remain committed to bringing exceptional experiences to our guests and continually raising the bar on what a visit to our 5.5 millionsquare-foot property can offer,” says Jeff Hamilton, president and general manager of Mohegan Sun. “Partnering with The Legend of the Titanic to bring this captivating attraction to the Northeast is a perfect example of that commitment. It combines history, technology and immersive storytelling, and we’re truly looking forward to welcoming guests to what will be an amazing experience.” Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 9, at 9 a.m. through thetitanic experience.com and Fever. Presale access begins Thursday, Oct. 8, for those who join the Fever waitlist.

FRIDAY, OCT. 16 Voter Registration Session: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Registrars of Voters Office, 40 Kirkham St., Branford. Hosted by the Branford Registrars of Voters pursuant to state statute. For info, call 203-483-3998. Art Therapy Workshop: 10 a.m. The Congregational Church in Killingworth, 273 Rte. 81. Briana Benn-Mirandi of Art & Soul Therapy leads a creative art therapy workshop. No artistic experience required. Cost: $40 per person. For info, call 860-663-1789, email office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit killingworthchurch.org.

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28 Continued from page 27 Tweens Magic: The Gathering: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Participants will learn Magic: The Gathering from the ground up; all levels of experience are welcome. Cards and materials are provided, and participants will build decks to take home. Recommended for ages 9 and older. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

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Witches, Zombies Take the Stage at Ballet Spooktacular Press Release from Eastern Connecticut Ballet

Witches are casting their spells, zombies are learning their steps, and Eastern Connecticut Ballet is getting ready to bring Ballet Spooktacular back to the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old SayConcert by Buddy Mondlock: 7 p.m. brook on Oct. 24 and 25. North Madison Congregational Church, Created especially for young audiences, 1271 Durham Rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Ballet Spooktacular combines ballet with Hosted by The Occasional Coffee House. Sponsored by Shoreline Pastoral Counsel- Halloween fun without the scares. This ing. Tickets: $20, includes coffee, tea, and year, audiences can look forward to new dances featuring a playful cast of witches homemade cookies. For info or tickets, and a high-energy zombie performance in visit eventbrite.com or norththe spirit of Thriller. madisoncc.org. Young guests are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy trick-or-treating The Occasional Coffee House: 7 p.m. throughout the theater, a children’s cosNorth Madison Congregational Church, tume parade, and photo opportunities 1271 Durham Rd., Madison. Features with the dancers. Nashville-based singer-songwriter Buddy With colorful costumes, imaginative Mondlock. Homemade cookies, coffee, choreography, and Halloween surprises, and tea included. Cost: $20. For info or Ballet Spooktacular offers families a tickets, visit northmadisoncc.org. chance to experience live dance in a setting designed to be welcoming and entertaining for young theatergoers. “Ballet Spooktacular is all about introSATURDAY, OCT. 17 ducing children to the magic of live perforIvoryton Pumpkin Chase: 8 a.m. sign-in; mance in a way that feels exciting and 9 a.m. 5K run and two-mile walk. Ivoryton accessible,” says Julie Wright of Eastern Green, Ivoryton. The 5K follows a road and Connecticut Ballet. “They can dress up, trail course through Falls River Park, while collect treats, meet the dancers, and expethe two-mile walk goes to the entrance of rience ballet while being completely Falls River Preserve and back. The event immersed in the fun of Halloween.” includes treats, prizes, and a costume conWhether a child dreams of ballerinas, test. For info or to register, visit runwitches, zombies, or simply filling a trickor-treat bag, Ballet Spooktacular offers a signup.com/Race/CT/IvoryHalloween outing for families. ton/IvorytonPumpkinChase. Benefit Pickleball Tournament: 8:30 a.m. Bittner Park, 1390 Durham Rd., Guilford. Beginner-plus level (2.5 to 3.0). Benefits Meals on Wheels. Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 18. For info or to register, call 203-4538359. Boat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLAapproved boating safety course. Cost: $65 prepaid by Thursday before class; $70 day of class; $75 walk-in, space permitting. For info or to register, contact Mark Bennett at 860-304-2696 or m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net. Food Drive: 9 a.m. to noon. Stop & Shop, 665 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook. The Old Saybrook Rotary Club partners with Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries to col-

lect nonperishable food for residents of Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. Suggested donations include canned meals, soup, pasta, peanut butter and jelly, canned meats, rice, and breakfast bars. Monetary donations also accepted. For info, contact Joan Winters at 860-8618811 or wj.winters81@gmail.com. Annual Harvest Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 129 Ledge Hill Rd., North Guilford. Features vendors, artisans, handmade crafts, raffles of themed baskets, face painting, and a food truck. For info, contact 203-457-1094 or stjohnsnorthguilford@gmail.com.

Heritage Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bushnell House, 106 S. Main St., Westbrook. Features hearth cooking, fiber arts demonstrations, blacksmithing, colonial games, an American flag art exhibit by Robert Carley, a kitchen garden exhibit presented by the Westbrook Garden Club, fife and drum performances, and an 18th-century doctor portrayed by Daniel Newman. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-399-7473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. Music Among Friends: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Chamber music program featuring string and wind players from the Yale Medical Symphony Orchestra, including works ranging from the Schubert Octet to The Beatles. Sponsored by the Friends in dedication to Edward Maloney. Registration required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

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A dancer takes the stage in costume for Eastern Connecticut Ballet’s Ballet Spooktacular, returning to the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook on Oct. 24 and 25.

Ballet Spooktacular will be presented Saturday and Sunday Oct. 24 and 25 at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook. Tickets are available at thekate.org.

Friends of the Essex Library Big Fall Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Hardcovers, $3; paperbacks, $2. Puzzles also available. For info, visit youressexlibrary.org. Harvest Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Free family event featuring farm animals, Victorian games, historic farm demonstrations, live music, pumpkin weighing, sauerkraut making, and more. The Farmhouse Museum, Quinnipiac Dawnland Museum, and Fall Farmers Market will be open. Handmade arts and crafts, baked goods, jams, and jellies will be available. Food donations will be collected for the Guilford Food Bank. For info, call 203-4570770 or visit dudleyfarm.com.

Chess Workshop: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St., Deep River. Professional chess coach leads instruction on tactics and strategies, with time for game play. Open to children, teens, and adults with basic knowledge of chess. Registration required; each participant must register separately. For info or to register, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. More Than Zombie Meats and Eyes: FX Makeup Workshop: 11 a.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Learn about Hollywood-style special effects makeup through demonstrations of zombie makeup, torn throat wounds and realistic burns. For info or to register, contact 860526-0018 or Library@ChesterCT.org, or visit chesterctlibrary.com. Madison 200 Open House: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Road, Madison. Visitors can explore the exhibit A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years, featuring individuals who shaped the town through photography, poetry, and philanthropy. Admission is free. For info, visit madisonhistory.org. Bauer Park Harvest Festival: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Rd., Madison. Features old-fashioned fall activities, outdoor family activities and opportunities to explore the park’s fields, gardens and trails. Free. Rain or shine. For sponsorship information, email bauerparkmadison@gmail.com. See page 29

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Shauna Shane to Demonstrate Landscape Painting Press Release from the Hamden Art League

The Hamden Art League will host Connecticut artist and instructor Shauna Shane for a free live presentation, Painting Successful Landscapes in Oil, on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. The event is open to the public and will take place in the Social Hall at Hamden Senior Citizens Services, located inside the Miller Memorial Library Complex, 2901 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. During the demonstration, Shane will share her creative process, explaining how she reduces complicated natural scenery into a simple, effective composition. Attendees will learn techniques for blocking in a canvas, along with approaches to planning artistic design, working with light and shadow, and identifying negative shapes. Shane will also guide the audience through her real-time decision-making process, including how she handles corrections on a developing canvas. Shane works in multiple mediums, including oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, and sculpture. She has received national awards in each of these categories and has a lifelong interest in painting from life. Her work is known for its use of light and color and its focus on capturing the atmosphere of a scene. Painting Successful Landscapes in Oil will be presented Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. at Hamden Senior Citizens Services, 2901 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information about the event Photo courtesy of the Hamden Art League. and Hamden Art League programming, Path to the Sea, an oil painting by Connecticut artist Shauna Shane. Shane will present a free live demonstration, Painting Successful visit hamdenartleague.org. Landscapes in Oil, for the Hamden Art League on Oct. 13. Continued from page 28 Opening Reception for Original Picture Book Art: 3 to 5 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Features original picture book illustrations by 12 artists, including Eric Carle, Maurice Sendak, and Ed Young. Featured illustrators and authors will be in attendance. Books will be available for sale and signing through Breakwater Books of Guilford. For info, visit wwml.org. Guilford High School Class of 1996: 30th Reunion: 5 to 8 p.m. Coastline Brewing Company, 4 Grove Beach Rd. N., Westbrook. Members of the Guilford High School Class of 1996 are invited to reconnect with classmates and celebrate 30 years since graduation. Tickets are $35 per person. Payment may be made via Venmo to @Jennifer-Bolt3. For info, contact Kristin at 203-623-5665 or kristin@livablesolutions.com.

ONGOING EVENTS Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketmanager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleyfarm.com. Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticut-made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org. Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Road. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy prod-

ucts, flowers, prepared foods, and locally made products from Connecticut vendors. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com. Old Saybrook Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features Connecticut-grown and Connecticut-made products from local farmers, food producers, and artisans. For info, visit the Old Saybrook Farmers Market on Facebook. Stony Creek Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Stony Creek. Features a weekly market with local produce, baked goods, seafood, meats, crafts, live music, and family activities. For info, call 203-988-9335 or email shreichert@gmail.com, or visit scfarmersmarket.org. To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

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Page Turners Hollywood, Ending by John Green John Green’s newest book is a moving portrait of two young people on the rise in Hollywood. It’s an examination of modern celebrity culture and the commodification of private lives, and also a deeply human story about the importance of art. Green’s writing is so simple but packs such a punch. I fell in love with every character and was hooked on the story. — Marisa, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Flight by Alan Gratz Daniela and her little brother get separated from their parents and must get to the United States border so they can be reunited. To get there, they have to ride atop a freight train named “The Beast.” So starts a harrowing journey of life or death, where the two children witness the best and the worst of humanity. — Heather, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

very 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.

Paper Ghosts by Sarah Addison Allen Come meet the women of the Wester House (known by locals as the Wester Witches). What is it about these women and this house that eerily puts everyone in town on edge? Every family has its secrets — and its past. The question is how they deal with it to heal and move forward. But moving forward could leave some behind. … This book has a Southern Gothic vibe, a love story at its heart, and a few ghosts that are dying to be seen. Makes for a great autumn read! — Tonya, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

The Witches of Cambridge by Alice Hoffman Alice Hoffman’s latest is a captivating combination of dark academia and her signature magical realism, telling the story of two young witches who meet at Radcliffe College in 1950. This is a world of love and heartbreak in equal measure, hauntingly beautiful, and the start of a new magical series! — Marilyn, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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17 Beach Way: Raymond J. and Gregory A. Luciani to Little City Road LLC, $125,000 on Sept. 17

52 East Main Street: Francine Carland to Elisa M. Murray, $380,000 on Sept. 17

6 Elsie Lane: Scott and Sandra Ridley to Garrett and Lele Fernstrom, $675,000 on Sept. 14

1080 Hoop Pole Road: Christine Warken to Maria T. Woodward, $400,000 on Sept. 14

135 Florence Road Unit 1A: Katelyn M. Anderson to Christine Warken, $257,329 on Sept. 14

43-45 High Street: Jr Maxx Properties LLC to Ashlee Fox, $595,000 on Sept. 14

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17 Hunters Path: Steven J. and Kimberly A. Jackson to David and Nicola Rossi, $400,000 on Sept. 17

168 Concord Drive Rows: Michael B. and Karen M. Barnett to Adrienne Novelly and Timothy Brinker, $790,000 on Sept. 17

5 Hampton Park Unit 5: Lorenzo Nieves to Marshall I. and Laurie W. Baser, $336,000 on Sept. 16

98 Bishop Lane: Kyle Powers to Wiemken Trust and James M. 45 High Street: Jr Maxx Properties Wiemken, $1,055,000 on Sept. 17 LLC to Ashlee Fox, $595,000 on Sept. 14

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