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GPD to Add Three Hybrid Vehicles By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

The Guilford Police Department will receive three new hybrid vehicles for its fleet following their purchase by the Board of Selectmen earlier this month. The department expects the new vehicles to have a longer service life because of their hybrid technology.

The department, which requested the new vehicles during the last budget session, is set to receive the additions to its fleet next spring, according to Chief Christopher Massey. The new vehicles include two patrol cars and one administrative car. The selectmen purchased the vehicles for $135,723, with an additional $55,312 allocated “for the upfitting for all three of those

vehicles,” Massey said. The latter cost covers the necessary equipment for the two patrol cars, including emergency lighting, radios, software, and prisoner compartments. “There’s a variety of different things that need to get installed in those vehicles for them to be able to be used for how we need

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Baby, You Can Drive My Car Asa Kilian, 21 months, smiles as she honks the horn and plays with the steering wheel of Walter Lippmann's all-original 1930 Ford Model A while Lippmann, left, and Asa's mother, Rebeccah Kilian, right, look on during Harvest Day at Dudley Farm on Oct. 17. The free annual event also featured demonstrations of 19th-century skills and crafts, a giant pumpkin weight-guessing contest, and a food drive for the Guilford Food Bank.

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Cross Country Standouts Branford’s Kenney wins the girls race as Guilford sweeps team titles at East River Preserve..................13

The Blues Take Center Stage Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom brings music, ambition, and conflict to the stage.....................20

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COMMUNITY NEWS • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026

GPD to Add Three Hybrid Vehicles Whimsical Yoda Continued from page 1 them for patrol functions versus administrative vehicles,” Massey said. “It’s cheaper to outfit [administrative] because there is simply not as much equipment in them because they are not typically used for transporting prisoners. They’re not actively out on patrol, so you’re not putting computers and docs and other things in them like that.” The vehicle purchase marks another step toward the department’s goal of “intentionally” converting its inventory to a hybrid fleet, Massey said. This is especially important for patrol vehicles because officers use them in the community for longer periods than administrative vehicles. Massey said adding more hybrid patrol vehicles to the department’s fleet would help meet its goal of greater fuel efficiency. This is important, he said, because officers often need to keep their vehicles running while providing support or protection in the community. When parked during an engagement or activity, hybrid vehicles can reduce wear and tear on their engines. “What we find is with the gas - only vehicles, the engine is running the whole

time and it’s burning gasoline,” Massey said. “Versus the hybrid vehicles, the way they’re designed, the gas portion of that engine will shut off and it’ll be running off the battery in the hybrid mode. It reduces the amount of idle engine hours on the vehicle, which is actually a benefit for reducing the overall wear and tear overtime.” Converting most of the department’s patrol fleet to hybrids is also a “more fiscally responsible” approach, Massey said, because it could extend the replacement cycle for vehicles that otherwise would need to be replaced more frequently. The department also uses vehicles for nonpatrol duties, including utility roadwork and assignments involving Guilford’s school resource officers. “Typically after a few years, because of the wear and tear, you start seeing a lot more significant maintenance needs on those vehicles,” Massey said. “Our overall goal is to be making a more fiscally responsible purchase for these vehicles, because if we could push out the longevity of these vehicles - even out an extra year or two - we’re getting more out of that initial investment…If we can get more life out of it, then that’s a better solution.”

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A Team We Can Trust in Hartford! Delivered Guilford an additional $1.8 million in education funding, easing the burden on local taxpayers. Established the Early Childhood Endowment to improve childcare affordability, school readiness and educator compensation. Fought back against federal cuts to healthcare, food assistance, and more. EARLY VOTING is open now through November 1 at Town Hall VOTE on Election Day, November 3

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OCTOBER 22, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • COMMUNITY NEWS

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State Sen. Christine Cohen does public service well. I was active in the Bill Bradley for president campaign in Connecticut many years ago, and we won in my town of Branford, so I know something of public service, and she has it and does it, extremely well, with her staff. I have been to a small gathering of her constituents and she is well informed, characteristically pleasant, and takes action on behalf of her con-

stituents. When I needed assistance with a state agency, her team was on it immediately, with effective results the next business day, without her knowing anything about me. I have no qualms about endorsing her candidacy. In fact, I would like everyone to vote for her, and recommend they do, for their own good. Robert Echter Guilford

Compassionate and Responsible Leadership Seven years ago, my husband and I retired from teaching and moved to the lovely town of Guilford. I was pleased to discover that a caring, hardworking, and intelligent person named Christine Cohen was my senator. I have been a disability advocate ever since my son Karl was diagnosed with autism over three decades ago. Christine listened to my concerns about lack of funding for the Department of Developmental and Disability Services (DDS), the staffing crisis, and the lack of housing for people with autism and intellec-

tual disabilities in our state. Christine co-sponsored legislation to keep disabled people safer in group homes and helped secure a proclamation to commemorate Connecticut Profound Autism Day. Christine works on so many important issues while always making time to help the most vulnerable like Karl. A vote for state Sen. Christine Cohen is a vote for compassionate and responsible leadership. Lynn and Dave Arezzini Guilford

Improving Access and Increasing Participation The revised Town Charter offers an opportunity to correct the current antiquated rules that govern the Annual Town Budget Meeting. As it stands now, out of 16,000 registered voters, with a quorum of 300 registered voters attending the meeting, only 200 of these people need to oppose the budget in order to slash it. Just this one evening meeting, and 1% of the registered voters modify a budget for the other 99% regardless of weather, mobility issues, childcare issues, etc. By making the Annual Town Meeting

strictly informational, it leaves the adoption or rejection of the budget to the polls, thus improving access and increasing participation in the democratic process. This allows for absentee voting or a full day of voting to allow everyone who wants to participate, but who may have difficulty attending a single meeting, to vote. I urge everyone to vote yes to the revised Town Charter. Sally Hill Guilford

Vote No I plan to vote no on the proposed Town Charter revisions and encourage my fellow Guilford citizens to do the same. First, citizens would lose the ability to amend spending at the annual budget meeting. On Sept. 3, in this paper, our first selectman argued that a few hundred voters should not “disenfranchise…the will of 16,000 voters.” Yet on Sept. 24, this paper reported that 103

voters approved a $1.77 million property purchase and quotes our first selectman in ways that indicate his support for the vote. It is difficult to reconcile these two facts. Why is direct citizen participation appropriate when approving spending, but problematic when citizens seek to reduce it? Second, the proposal changes how See Letters page 11

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David Mathews Guilford Oct. 7, 2026, David P. Mathews, longtime resident of Guilford, passed away suddenly at his residence. Beloved husband of Nancy (Samsel) Mathews. David was born in Madison, Dec. 31, 1947 (yes, New Year's Eve!), son of the late Edward Gilbert Mathews II and Mary Heber Mathews. Brother of Edward (Ned) Gilbert Mathews III (Myrna) of San Clemente, Calif. Brother-in-law of Metaxia Samsel of Guilford. Also survived by nephews, Edward Gilbert Mathews IV (Patricia) of Higganum; Brian William Mathews (Lindsay) of Klamath Falls, Ore.; and James Merrel Samsel Jr. of Guilford, and niece, Anastasia Camille Samsel of Guilford. Also, by great-nieces Katie and Maggie Mathews of Higganum, Conn., and Melody Mathews of North Las Vegas, Nev., and by his sweet cat, Magnolia. He was predeceased by his brother-inlaw, James Merrel Samsel. David was a 1966 graduate of Guilford High School and then Quinnipiac College. As a young boy, he was intrigued by anything mechanical with engines and wheels. He worked at Captain Fred’s Marine and acquired a love for the sea. With their first boat, “Nan-Sea,” and then later “Sanibel,” many maritime adventures ensued, especially to the

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LEGAL NOTICE 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

beloved Block Island clamming beds. He used his keen mechanical aptitude to “fix anything” and was always willing to help a friend solve a problem. He and Nancy were partners in crime and enjoyed cooking and laughing with family and friends. He began his professional career at Electrostatic Technologies Inc., Branford, Conn., where he eventually became president and owner. Starting in 1983, as a side career, he was the dedicated and extremely knowledgeable ’67 Shelby registrar for the Shelby American Automobile Club. He willingly shared his wealth of knowledge to promote the authenticity of these classic cars. For all those who knew Dave, they will miss his unwavering dedication and selfless honesty. He is an irreplaceable soul. Friends were invited to a Mass of Christian Burial, which was celebrated Oct. 14 at St. George Church, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Burial was held privately in Nut Plains Cemetery, Guilford. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either The Committee for the Great Salt Pond, P.O. Box 1092, Block Island, RI 02807, or Forgotten Felines, 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook, CT 06498. Arrangements are in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St., Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

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COMMUNITY NEWS • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026

Candelora Runs Unopposed for 86th House District Seat ing education dollars to the districts, and as a result, towns have experienced increases in property taxes. With advances in artifiIncumbent Republican Vincent J. Candelora is running unop- cial intelligence and surveillance, the state needs to continue to posed in this year’s election for the 86th District seat in the Con- work toward putting safeguards and privacy protections around necticut House of Representatives. Although he does not face an the use of these technologies. opponent this year, Candelora shared his priorities with the b Guilford Courier as he prepares for another term in the General What have constituents in your district communicated to Assembly. you as the most pressing issues they want you to tackle? b Most recently, Amazon has applied for approval to deliver Why are you running for the 86th District seat again? packages via drone within most of the 86th District. My conWhy is running for this seat important? stituents are concerned about the quality-of-life impact and enviI’ve served the district for the past 20 years, and each year ronmental issues that can arise from these drones. Connecticut brings a new challenge. I enjoy serving my constituents and needs to analyze whether this type of drone use is appropriate. assisting them through the regulatory process. b By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

What do you find are the most important issues in 2026? Are there any issues you believe the state is not doing enough to address effectively or is ignoring? The state budget will be a challenge since we are facing a $1 billion deficit in the next biennium. With rising health care costs, electric costs, property taxes, and insurance, I believe Connecticut needs to focus on how to deliver these services in a more costeffective way. The state has not kept up with inflation in provid-

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I enjoy being able to write policy and change the law to meet the needs of my constituents on various issues, and I don’t have specific priorities at this time, other than trying to address the Amazon drone deliveries. The budget will always be a priority, and protecting the state funding that gets distributed to our small towns is important to me. See Candelora Runs Unopposed page 12

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The world is laughing a bit less with the unexpected passing of Christopher W. Porter on Oct. 7, 2026. Born to the late William and Patricia (VanMegroot) Porter on Aug. 17, 1958, in Los Alamos, N.M., Chris later relocated with his parents to Guilford, a town he loved. He graduated from high school at The Hammonasset School in Madison, a progressive private school where Chris thrived. Always an adventurer, Chris then moved to Alaska and became a commercial fisherman on the Bering Sea off Kodiak Island. It was an experience he loved, and he was always more than happy to share his stories of “The Most Dangerous Job in America.” Chris always said he went from the woods to

the jungle when he moved back to the East Coast and co-founded a messenger company in Manhattan, N.Y. His business sense, along with his vibrant personality and his ability to get along with anyone, made this endeavor a success. Ultimately, he had enough of city life after thoroughly enjoying Broadway shows, the parks, or just walking the streets of the city. It was during this transition period that Chris met his wife, Jeanette. It was a magical night, with love at first sight, as after their first encounter, they both knew they were going to get married. A month later, they seized the opportunity to backpack around the world together, enjoying the U.K., Europe, Asia, Jamaica, and the United States. The most memorable part of the trip, though, was Chris proposing to Jeanette in Venice. As he would say, “How could she say no!” Their love of traveling the world continued throughout their marriage. Settling back to Connecticut, Chris, a consummate entrepreneur, spent several years flipping houses. He enjoyed the challenge of bringing something that was broken down back to a beautiful home. His love of real estate stayed with him for the rest of his life. However, his true passion was finance and people, which led him into the wealth management world, starting with life insurance and then expanding into financial planning. He and his wife owned and operated Porter Financial Strategies and Yale Tax Solutions in Wallingford and Waterford for 35 years. He treated his clients as friends and was always interested not only in their financial well-being but in their lives as well. Rarely did anyone leave an appointment with Chris without sharing several great laughs. Chris and Jeanette sold their businesses in 2024, and while it was difficult to say good-

bye to their amazing clients, they also looked forward to their retirement. Chris was a longtime member of the Wallingford Rotary and Chamber of Commerce. As someone who would buy extra food at a restaurant to give to the homeless or go the extra mile to help someone out, he valued their philosophy of giving back. He had a deep passion for politics and could discuss issues with anyone regardless of their political beliefs. Chris enjoyed a good debate and was able to do so with facts and without anger, a rare gift. His happy place was the family cabin in Maine. While there, he loved to go out on his boat, take an ATV to explore any trail, kayak, visit neighbors, and enjoy an outdoor fire at night. Chris leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Jeanette, and two children, Preston (Jenn) Porter and Kelly Porter, along with his granddaughter, Vivienne, all of whom he loved dearly. Chris loved being a dad and was always there for his family, along with many other relatives and friends, no matter what the circumstance. Viewing and a service will be held from noon until 2:30 p.m. and from 2:30 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Swan Funeral Home, located at 80 E. Main St., Clinton. Those in attendance are welcome to share words of remembrance in Christopher’s memory, with a private burial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Wounded Warriors and Disabled American Veterans. Just as Chris could bring laughter to any situation with his great wit, give an extra smile or tell your best joke to brighten a room. As a testament to this, when asked, “How are you?” he would reply, “If I was any better, I would be you.” And he asked to add after his passing, “And this time I mean it!” See Obituaries page 10

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COMMUNITY NEWS • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026

OPEN LETTER TO INDEPENDENTS My name is Lisa Deane and I am asking you to look past the party letter next to our names on the ballot this year. Under one party rule, Connecticut is one of the most expensive states for tax burden, electric rates, car insurance rates, health insurance rates, housing costs, and general cost of living. This must change. I am asking you to pick a State Senator who is an independent fighter for you. I will fight to: Lower property taxes by increasing our fair share of state education funding by record amounts. Eliminate the unjust car tax. Lower your electric rates by eliminating the public benefits charge. Lower your food bills by eliminating the meals tax and truck tax. Ensure the best outcomes for our district. I cannot make these dramatic changes to the state without you. I am asking you to look to me as the candidate to fight for you. It's time we put people over party and fight for the betterment of our towns. I hope to earn your support this November 3rd.

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Kenneth Parker Guilford Kenneth David "Ken" Parker, of Middletown and formerly of Guilford and Madison, passed away on Sept. 24, 2026, at the age of 82. He is survived by his wife, Laura, and her children, Kristi and Jason. He also leaves behind a daughter from a previous marriage, Christina Blatt, and her husband, Wayne, of Chicago; grandson, Kyle (Tatiana); and great-granddaughter, Ivanka. He is also survived by a brother, Robert Parker, and Marybeth Maturo of Guilford. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Wilhimena Parker, of Guil-

ford; and brother, Edward J. “Ned” Parker of Guilford. Ken graduated from Guilford High School in 1962 and the University of New Haven in 1967. He dedicated many years working as a sales manager for The Lee Company in Westbrook. Kenny enjoyed many activities, including road cycling and mountain biking. This included a long-distance cycling trip from Guilford to Toronto, Canada, with his brother, Bob. Ken had an easygoing demeanor with a good sense of humor and will be missed by all who knew him. Visitation and burial services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice in his memory.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Jan W.F. Wasley, AK.A Jan Wasley (26-0146) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 27, 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: M. V. Wasley and PAULK SULLIVAN, ESQ. c/o RACHAEL MORGAN ENGELMAN, LAW OFFICES OF PAULK. SULLIVAN, JR, LLC, 705 BOSTON POST ROAD, GUILFORD, CT 06437 The applicant shall publish a legal notice of the demolition permit application in a weekly newspaper with substantial circulation in the Town, within 10 days following the filing of the demolition permit application. The notice shall include the following: The date of filing the application. (b) October 16, 2026. The name, if any, and the address of the building or structure to be demolished. (c) 147 Broad Street, Guilford, Connecticut 06437. Detached garage behind the house. The age of the building or structure. (d) 128 years old The name and address of the owner of the property. (e) Joanna Murphy, 147 Broad Street, Guilford, Connecticut 06437. The name of the architect, if available. (f) Dombrowski Architects A brief description of the scope of the proposed demolition. Detached garage behind the house will be demolished and all demolition debris removed from the property in a dumpster.

their facilities where they can put their confidential documents which are then offloaded for secure destruction. They are handled properly through chain of custody.” The company’s four mobile shredding trucks allow documents to be destroyed on-site. Paper is placed into a secure container, which a hydraulic mechanism lifts and empties into the truck’s shredder. Each truck can hold approximately 9,000 pounds of finely shredded paper. Once full, the material is delivered to recycling facilities equipped to handle large quantities of shredded paper and other recyclable materials. The paper is eventually processed into new products, including packaging materials. “It could be like a packaging material… not high grade paper… but it is 100% recycled and that is the beauty of it,” Joe says. Shredding Source currently serves approximately 600 recurring customers, with collection schedules ranging from weekly to every other week or monthly. The company also responds to individual requests for service. Although electronic communication has changed how businesses operate, Joe says the need for secure paper destruction remains strong. “There is never a dull moment,” he says. “I wake up every day ready for a new challenge which can range from anything from customer dealings to employee dealings, to equipment issues.” He acknowledges that rising operating costs have created challenges, but says the business continues to grow. “The business has been growing every year and contrary to what people think, there is still a need in the industry for this because paper is a part of our life,” he says. “We find that our niche will always be compliancy through institutions always having to handle paper in a secure manner with chain of custody.” Beyond its regular customers, Shredding Source participates in community shredding events that help residents pro-

tect their personal information while supporting local organizations. The company has worked with the Guilford Community Fund and participated in Rotary, chamber, and school athletic fundraising events. “We are contracted by the Guilford Community Fund to provide secure destruction services where patrons can drive up, make charitable donations, and turn over their personal documents to be shredded,” Joe says. The next opportunity for Guilford residents is a shredding event hosted by the Guilford Foundation on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to noon at Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park St. The event will accept paper documents, hard drives, and small amounts of computer equipment, including keyboards, desktop computers, tablets, smartphones, and small printers. Hazardous materials, including fluorescent bulbs and batteries, will not be accepted. Joe says those materials can instead be brought to the transfer station. For Joe, the variety of responsibilities involved in running Shredding Source has made the work rewarding. His role requires him to address customer needs, manage equipment, and respond to the everyday challenges of operating a growing business. “I never saw this coming as a career,” he says. “When I got that phone call from my father-in-law, I said I would do it. I had the opportunity to be part of this business. It is a mechanical business focused on customer service so I am able to utilize everything I have learned and enjoyed through the years and put that to work every day.” He hopes to continue growing the business while maintaining the personal relationships that have been important throughout his career. “I am here for the members of the community and everyone’s needs,” Joe says. “If it pertains to sensitive information or people need guidance of some sort, I am available to assist. I want to maintain a friendly community-like business and we are always a phone call away.” For more information about Shredding Source, call 203-458-7667.

Marine Navigation Seminar New Haven Sail & Power Squadron, part of America’s Boating Club, will hold a Marine Navigation Seminar from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Branford Fire Headquarters, 45 North Main St. The two-hour seminar will cover practical navigation techniques for boaters. The cost is $10 per person. Registration is required by Nov. 7. For more information, contact Marshall Quin at 203-314-5395 or wmarshallq@gmail.com, or visit nhsps.org.

COMMUNITY NEWS • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026

Letters Editor to the

Continued from page 4 first selectman candidates reach the Board of Selectmen. The charter commission chair has described the first selectman as “the CEO of the town.” I believe that view reflects the essence of the concern. Municipal governance and corporate management differ for good reasons. Checks, balances, and representation of minority viewpoints are

strengths, not inefficiencies. It makes good sense to me that the strongest minority voice typically gets a seat on the Board of Selectmen. Perhaps more consideration is needed, but for now Vote No! Joe Evans Guilford

Can Make Things Happen Guilford is fortunate to have a dynamic legislator in state Rep. Moira Rader. She works tirelessly throughout the year to ensure her constituents and the state are served well. We need legislators who can deal with the complexities of today while recognizing we must be cognizant of and adapt to a future that brings new challenges. As a parent of emerging adults, Representative Rader is looking down the road toward their futures and the futures of children and later generations, without neglecting the challenges faced daily. She works on meeting an appropriate balance. We need legislators who can make

things happen for their respective districts and the state. Representative Rader has been a champion of increased nutrition for school students and has been instrumental in the passage of free school breakfasts for those most in need. A fed child is an engaged child. She also worked hard to ensure that the most recent budget included supplemental educational aid for municipalities. I want to be represented by legislators like Representative Moira Rader. I encourage all to vote for her during this voting season, beginning with early voting on Oct. 19 and ending on Nov. 3. Tim Sperry Guilford

LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION GUILFORD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Planning and Zoning Commission held a virtual meeting on October 7, 2026, and at this meeting the following actions were taken: Denied: Text Amendment: Definitions change to align regulations with PA-25-1. Applicant: Anne Hartjen, Town Planner, on behalf of the Town of Guilford. Text amendment to bring language into conformance with State statutes. Approved with conditions: 635 Nut Plains Road (Map 86 Lot 33, Zone R-5). Applicant/Agent/Owner: Chad Greenlee. Special Permit for construction of an ADU in excess of area requirements and within the front yard per §3.9.A.1.e and §3.9.A.2.

Works Across the Aisle While much of the country is divided along political lines, it’s important to Connecticut voters that state Sen. Christine Cohen works across the aisle with Republicans for the good of the state as well as her district. This pays off in legislation that passes both houses and becomes law. She recently supported the bipartisan state budget that paid off billions in long-term debt with no new taxes. For Guilford, that meant $3.2 million in state funding, including $1.8 million in education funding. As Senate chair of

the Transportation Committee, she led passage of legislation to reduce the cost of commuting, to maintain and increase Shore Line East operation, and to improve access to bus service, which is free to veterans and students. Christine understands her community and remains accessible, always willing to listen to our concerns and suggestions. I am proud to support her work and will vote for her in the upcoming election. Susan Leonard Guilford

It’s About Connection Wow! What an amazing day! Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time, talent, porches (and parking lots!) to make Guilford Porchfest 2026 such a memorable and meaningful experience. Like it or not, we porchfesters are officially a community now — one that we are so proud, and grateful, to be a part of! We’ve always said that Guilford Porchfest isn’t about perfection, it’s about connection. And it is. Thank you, thank you, thank you: for the new connections made, the past ones rekindled, and the bonds we continue to strengthen year after year. It means everything.

And thank you to our sponsors, Shoreline Arts Alliance, Guilford Foundation, Ascend Bank, the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, and Guilford Insurance, as well as to our amazing donors: We couldn’t do this without your support! See you on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2027, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., on porches throughout downtown Guilford for Guilford Porchfest 2027! Laurie Kenney and Diana Dart Harris Guilford

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Ellen S. Polaner (26-0280) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated October 5, 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 are: Douglas A. Polaner, Steven Polaner and Max Polaner, c/o AUSTIN DAHLE KEYES, CARTER LEDYARD & MILBURN LLP, 28 LIBERTY STREET, 41 RST FLOOR, NEW YORK, NY 10005

Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 19th of November, 2026 – Roger Joyce, Chairman

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF William B. Laudano, Jr. (26-0333) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated October 6, 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. Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk The fiduciary is: Thomas Laudano, Sr. c/o GIACOMO TOLOMEO, TOLOMEO LAW FIRM LLC, 31 WASHINGTON A VENUE, 2N, 2ND FLOOR, NORTH HAVEN, CT 06473

Legal Notice Guilford Inland Wetlands Commission At its regular meeting on October 14, 2026 the Guilford Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: Mike Colandrea, 2534 Long Hill Road, Guilford, Connecticut, Assessors Map 100, Lot 25-02, Regulated Activity, 20’x40’ in-ground pool within Guilford Inland Wetlands 100-foot upland jurisdiction of a wetland and/or watercourse. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: Town of Guilford (Engineering Department), 200 North Madison Road (Guilford Lakes Golf Course), Guilford, Connecticut, Assessors Map, 98, Lot 1, Regulated Activity, Replace existing deteriorated 8” drainage pipe with 10” drainage pipe within Guilford Inland Wetlands 100-foot upland jurisdiction of a wetland and/or watercourse. Jeff Parker, Chairman

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Candelora Runs Unopposed for 86th House District Seat

to Letters the Editor Continued from page 11

Made a Positive Impact I proudly support Moira Rader for reelection as our 98th District state representative. Knowing Moira and her family since they became part of our Guilford community almost 15 years ago, she has truly made a positive impact as our state representative, especially in terms of housing policy. Moira strongly believes in creating policy for everyone to find a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home. While serving in Hartford, Moira has helped to pass historic legislation to provide incentive-based local and sustainable housing growth. House Bill 8002 was passed to provide additional state funding in school construction grants to support municipal growth plans, as well as ease the bureaucratic burden needed to tran-

Continued from page 7 sition vacant and underutilized commercial property into affordable housing and mixed-use development. Moira helped secure millions of dollars in funding for Shore Line East, part of the critical infrastructure needed to support transit-oriented development. In addition, Moira supported the creation of Connecticut’s First-Time Homebuyer Savings Program. As an architect myself, I am proud of the housing policy changes Moira is making to benefit not just the Guilford community, but all of Connecticut’s residents. I encourage Guilford voters to reelect Moira Rader as our state representative on Nov. 3. Michael Ayles Guilford

What personal qualities do you believe are imperative for a state representative? How have you exemplified these qualities in the General Assembly? It’s important to be able to listen and build consensus in the deliberative process. You have to put the time in and work to accomplish your priorities. I am fortunate to have a supportive family and a flexible job, which allows me to devote the time required to be an effective state representative.

What accomplishments in your recent General Assembly term are you most proud of? How do you plan to continue this work in the next legislative session? Over my 20 years of service, I’ve worked on many issues. I’m most proud of my contributions to the budget guardrails that were implemented in 2018 and led to an improved budget process, as well as surpluses and additional payments toward our pension obligations. I’ve enjoyed my work with Peace Love and Accessibility, which has worked on improving our handicap access laws.

Art in Public Spaces Submissions The Connecticut Office of the Arts is accepting submissions from artists for two Art in Public Spaces projects, which will purchase existing artwork for interior spaces. The CT State Community College Housatonic project has a Dec. 15 deadline, while the 165 Capitol Avenue State Office Building project has a Jan. 15, 2027, deadline. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. For more information, email Tamara Dimitri at tamara.dimitri@ct.gov or visit ct.gov/arts.

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41 Mulberry Point Road (Map 21 Lot 5713, Zone R-5). Applicant/Agent: Mark Alex Maidique of Bridger AAD on behalf of Owner: the Shoemaker Howard W Family Trust. Special Permit for an accessory structure in excess of 750 SF per §3.3.A.3.A.3. 40 Whispering Woods Road (Map 125 Lot 7-9, Zone R-8). Applicant/Agent: Todd Anderson of Anderson Surveying LLC on behalf of Owner: Daniel B. Tucker. Special Permit for an accessory structure in excess of 750 SF per §3.3.A.3.A.3. 43 Bay Street (Map 9 Lot 67, Zone R-2). Agent: Attorney Marjorie Shansky on behalf of Applicant/Owners: Sean and Leah Ann Portley. Special Permit for Excavation, Fill and Grading for a single-family residence per §8.3. Trolley Road (Map 8 Lot 5A, Zone R-2). Applicant/Agent: Tony Bolduc of Double D Design LLC on behalf of Owner: Trolley Road LLC, Principals Krista Ostuna and The Hilzinger Family Limited PA. Special Permit for enlargement of a non-conforming structure per §8.2.E. 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 BridgesJ@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 22nd of October, 2026 – Roger Joyce, Chairman

SPORTS • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026

Guilford Courier Valley Courier Thursday, October 22, 2026

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Kenney Wins Girls Race, Guilford Sweeps Cross Country Meet By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

As the postseason approached, Guilford and Branford’s cross country teams had one final opportunity to prepare for championship competition on Oct. 14, when they joined Shelton, Lauralton Hall and Fairfield Prep for a meet at East River Preserve. Guilford came away with victories in both the boys and girls team competitions, while Branford turned in several strong individual performances, highlighted by Charlotte Kenney’s first-place finish in the girls race. The meet gave both programs an opportunity to evaluate their performances against conference competition before turning their attention to the Southern Connecticut Conference championships. Guilford made the most of its home-course advantage, delivering a dominant performance on the boys side and a strong showing from its girls squad. The Guilford girls won with 18 points, led by seniors Olivia Jackson and Indy Pelliccio, who finished second and third overall in 21:06 and 22:03, respectively. Lauralton Hall’s Giselle Cesaire finished fourth, while Guilford freshman Victoria Gwiazda placed fifth in 23:32, giving the Grizzlies three top-five finishers. Sophomores Anna Gunderson and Megan Mariano followed, finishing sixth in 23:39 and seventh in 23:40, respectively. Senior Sienna Brackney finished eighth in 23:41.5, and sophomore Dalia Dadak came in ninth in 23:45.2. Sophomore Ella Joormann placed 10th in 23:52.3, and freshman Lily Ridge finished 11th in 23:54.7. The Guilford girls dominated the top spots to earn the team victory, but Branford’s lone girls representative, Kenney, won the individual title in 20:07.4, adding another strong performance to her junior season. On the boys side, Guilford delivered an equally impressive performance, sweeping the top five individual places to finish with 15 points. Senior co-captains Jordan Espinosa and Lewis Thoreen finished just one-tenth of a second apart, with Espinosa taking first and Thoreen second in 18:06. The close finish between the two seniors highlighted Guilford’s depth at the front of the field.

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Guilford’s boys cross country team placed third at the Wickham Park Invitational on Oct. 10. The Grizzlies also swept the top five spots at their Oct. 14 meet at East River Preserve.

Sophomore Jude Sico followed in third in 18:08, finishing just two seconds behind the leading pair. Seniors Caleb Hansen and Tyler Mezrich completed Guilford’s sweep, placing fourth in 18:13 and fifth in 18:24, respectively. By placing its first five runners ahead of the rest of the field, Guilford secured the boys team victory. Branford had several runners finish among the top 25 in the boys race. Junior

Eli Mayer led the Hornets with a 10thplace finish in 19:07.7, followed by sophomore Lucio Sanchez in 11th in 19:17.2 and junior Sawyer Gaudreau in 12th in 19:20.9. The three runners finished within 14 seconds of one another, giving Branford a closely grouped trio among the top 12. Freshman Rory Roth placed 19th in 20:47, and freshman Logan Heath finished 20th in 21:02.8. Junior Vincent J.

Gustavson took 21st in 21:17.3, and senior Jesse Clark rounded out Branford’s listed finishers in 24th in 21:42.5. With the regular season complete, both programs turned their attention to the SCC championship race at East Shore Park in New Haven. The meet would provide Guilford and Branford another opportunity to measure themselves against the conference’s top competitors.

OCTOBER 22, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • SPORTS

Guilford Sports Roundup: Swimming Wins Nine Events By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

As the fall sports season entered its final stretch, Guilford teams continued positioning themselves for postseason play. The Grizzlies’ field hockey team remained among the top teams in the Southern Connecticut Conference, volleyball was riding a three-match winning streak, and football was returning from its bye week undefeated. Guilford’s girls swimming team also continued its strong season with a dominant performance at Walsh Middle School, taking first place in nine of 11 events. Emma Zhang led the way with victories in the 200yard freestyle in 1:58.47 and the 500 freestyle in 5:25.82. Kelsey Nacca won the 200 individual medley in 2:28.81 and the 100 backstroke in 1:04.89, while Muiriel Rader captured the 50 freestyle in 26.85 seconds and the 100 freestyle in 59.09. Addison Foley won the 100 butterfly in 1:09.30, and Guilford’s 200 medley relay team of Nacca, Zhang, Foley and Lucia Gan finished first in 2:01.96. The Grizzlies also won the 200 freestyle relay in 1:50.08, with Rader, Foley, Zhang and Abby Fernandez combining for the victory. Sheehan claimed the remaining two events, the 100 breaststroke and 400 freestyle relay, as Guilford improved to 5-1 on the season. The Guilford football team entered the second half of its schedule undefeated at 5-0 following a bye week, with victories over Amity, Rockville, Xavier, Brookfield and West Haven. The Grizzlies faced their toughest stretch of the season over the next five games, beginning with undefeated Lyman Hall (5-0). The Trojans had defeated Ledyard, Branford, New Milford, Hamden and Hillhouse to open their season. Following the matchup with Lyman Hall, Guilford was scheduled to face North Haven, Branford, Cheshire and Daniel Hand as it looked to maintain its perfect record and build momentum heading toward the postseason. The Guilford field hockey team stood at 11-1-1 with three regular-season games remaining after tying Branford 2-2, defeating Sacred Heart Academy 5-1 and edging Lauralton Hall 4-3. The Grizzlies were scheduled to face North Haven, Stonington and Lyman Hall before the SCC tournament began. The remaining games offered Guilford an opportunity to strengthen its position among the conference’s top teams. Branford, the defending state and conference champion, sat atop the SCC at 11-1-1, with games remaining against North Branford, Hamden and Sheehan. Daniel

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Guilford’s Sarah O’Brien (6) dives for a ball during the Grizzlies’ match against Amity at Guilford High School on Sept. 28. Guilford has since improved to 10-7, winning three straight matches.

Hand was second at 12-1, with its only loss coming against Branford. The Tigers still had games against Glastonbury, Lauralton Hall and North Haven. Guilford rounded out the top three, setting the stage for a competitive conference tournament. The SCC had produced the state champion in each of the previous three seasons. Guilford boys soccer stood at 6-4-2 after going winless in its previous three games. The Grizzlies suffered losses to Daniel Hand, 7-1, and Cheshire, 6-2, before earning a 1-1 tie against West Haven. The team had three regularseason games remaining against Fairfield Prep, Amity and Sheehan as it looked to regain momentum heading into the postseason.

Scholarships in the Arts Applications Open Shoreline Arts Alliance is accepting applications for its 2026 Scholarships in the Arts program. High school juniors and seniors in its 24-town region may apply for scholarships and mentorships in creative writing, dance, instrumental music, theater, visual art and vocal music. Performing arts scholarship winners may also have the opportunity to perform with The Diamond Baritones in 2027. Scholarships range from $250 to $1,000, with a $1,000 scholarship and professional mentorship awarded in each category. Applications are due Nov. 30. A $25 nonrefundable application fee is required. For more information, contact Shoreline Arts Alliance at 203-421-6739, office@shorelinearts.org or visit shorelinearts.org.

The Guilford girls soccer team stood at 6-5-2 after posting a 1-1-1 record in its previous three outings. The Grizzlies played Daniel Hand to a scoreless tie, fell to Mercy 40 and bounced back with a 3-0 victory over Branford. Guilford was scheduled to close out the regular season against Jonathan Law, Amity and Sacred Heart Academy. Guilford volleyball had also found its rhythm, improving to 10-7 after winning three straight matches. The Grizzlies swept Hillhouse and Lyman Hall before earning a 3-2 victory over North Branford. The team was scheduled to finish its regular-season schedule with matches against Branford, Amity and Waterford as it looked to carry its recent success into the postseason.

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BUILDING & REMODELING

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LANDSCAPING

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Tree Work Snow Plowing Planting Tractor Work Pruning

SERVICING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1988

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OCTOBER 22, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING

Photo by Joan Marcus.

Maiesha McQueen performs as blues singer Ma Rainey in Yale Repertory Theatre’s revival of August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.

Photo by Joan Marcus.

Terence Archie, left, as Cutler and Jimmie J. J. Jeter as Levee in a scene from Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at Yale Repertory Theatre.

A Stunning Revival of August Wilson’s Debut Play, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Opens Yale Rep Season ager (Irvin). This quickly establishes the pecking order. The play focuses on the four musicians In April 1984, I was in the audience at hired for the session. Three are longtime Yale Rep for the opening night of a world members of her band — Cutler, the leader premiere play by a new playwright, and trombonist; Slow Drag, the bassist; August Wilson. Little did we know that and Toledo, the pianist. Also in the group Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom would change is the trumpet player Levee — talented, the theatrical world. August Wilson was a ambitious, vain, and easily angered. He’s major talent who would go on to write also the youngest and considers himself a what he called “The American Cycle” — ladies’ man. They wait in the musicians’ 10 plays, each set in a different decade of room for Ma Rainey to arrive; she is not the 20th century, that explored the experionly late but nearly gets arrested over a ence of African Americans, particularly minor traffic accident and an altercation African American men. with a police officer. Irvin smooths everyNow Yale Rep is presenting an outsthing over. tanding revival of the play through SaturLevee, played by an outstanding Jimday, Oct. 24. mie J. J. Jeter, drives much of the action Ma Rainey not only announced his in the play. It is his temper, his ambition, arrival but revealed some of the techand his scars from his past that dominate niques that Wilson used in all his plays: a the room. He is planning for his own band. focus on the average man, dialogue that He believes that Sturdyvant will let him sounds like jazz riffs, and naturalness in record his compositions and also underPhoto by Joan Marcus. conversations. Certain aspects of his work write the band; he is still railing against had yet to be revealed, particularly refer- Jimmie J. J. Jeter, center, as Levee, with Dion Graham as Toledo. In the background are the system that diminishes all African ences to mystical forces, but we saw that Terence Archie as Cutler and Ray Anthony Thomas as Slow Drag in Yale Repertory Americans. Jeter’s performance simmers in Fences, which had its world premiere at Theatre’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. with this underlying anger, like hot lava Yale Rep in 1987. flowing beneath the surface. He ignores Ma Rainey is set in Chicago, the only the Blues, is in a recording studio. The Wilson introduces the play with the two what he doesn’t want to see, plunges in play not set in the Hill neighborhood of studio makes what were known as “race” characters who control everything — the recklessly, and is convinced he is right. Pittsburgh. It’s 1927, and blues singer Ma records — sold exclusively in African white owner of the record label Rainey, who bills herself as the Mother of American neighborhoods. (Sturdyvant) and Ma Rainey’s white manSee A Stunning Revival page 21 By Karen Isaacs Special to Living

LIVING • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026

Calendar for the Week of October 22, 2026

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THURSDAY, OCT. 22 Preserving Nature on Our Planet: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Florencia Montagnini, Ph.D. Explores how biodiversity and agroforestry create resilient, sustainable land-use systems. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Teen and Tween Pizza Scene: Noon. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For Clinton residents in grades 5 to 12. Enjoy pizza, games, crafts and activities during the school half-day. Bus service is available from Jared Eliot Middle School and The Morgan School. Registration requested; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Protect Yourself From Financial Exploitation: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Representatives from the Connecticut Department of Banking discuss financial fraud and exploitation, why seniors are targeted, and ways to avoid them. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Guilford Grizzlies Girls Soccer Breast Cancer Awareness Game: 4 p.m. JV, 6 p.m. varsity. Kavanaugh Stadium, Guilford High School, 605 New England Rd., Guilford. Games against Amity will 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. Glitz and Glamour: The Gilded Age in Southeastern Connecticut: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Gail B. MacDonald discusses the people and places of the Connecticut shoreline during the Gilded Age. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Understanding How Credit Really Works: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Stephen Robert of Bedrock Credit America will discuss credit monitoring, credit problems and changes to credit scoring models. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. American Girl Doll Club: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Participants can bring a favorite doll and take part in a discussion, activities and a craft based on a historical time period. This month’s topic is Josefina Montoya and life in the 1820s. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

switching instruments throughout the show. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library. Registration required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Wine 2 Water Gala: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Westbrook Elks Club, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Annual fundraiser for Call to Care Uganda supporting the drilling of wells in Uganda. Features wine and beverages, hors d’oeuvres, live music, and more. For info or tickets, visit calltocareuganda.org.

FRIDAY, OCT. 23 Movie Matinee: Project Hail Mary: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Screening of the 2026 science-fiction adventure. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Tween Time: Ramen Noodle Taste Test: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Program for ages 8 to 12 featuring ramen noodle cup flavors from around the world and at home. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Fall Artist Reception: 5 to 7 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Free and open to the public. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org.

Double Play Concert: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Acoustic music featuring double bass, guitar and vocals, with performers

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A Stunning Revival of August Wilson’s Debut Play, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom Continued from page 20 Like any good band, the other three members are the counterpoint. Toledo, played by a fine Dion Graham, is the counterpoint to Levee’s denial of religion and God. The only one who can read, Toledo quietly debates Levee. Terence Archie, as Cutler, is the old-timer who knows that when push comes to shove, it is Ma Rainey who is in charge. Ray Anthony Thomas is fine as Slow Drag, who may appear to be the quietest of the four but is the steadying force. Many in the cast have appeared in other Wilson plays. Director Timothy Douglas has not only directed nine of Wilson’s plays, including the world premiere of the

final play in the cycle, Radio Golf, at Yale Rep, but he was a first-year acting student at the Drama School when Ma Rainey debuted. His direction is on target — he allows Wilson’s dialogue to reverberate with the audience without slowing the pace of the play. Like most of Wilson’s plays, this is laden with dialogue and can easily drag as the characters engage in extended conversations that often seem to go nowhere. He and his production team make fine use of the University Theater stage with action on multiple levels: the control booth that symbolically looks over the musicians, the side room where Ma Rainey waits, and the band room center stage with the recording microphones behind it. The scenic design

by Richard Lee is equaled by the period costume design by Toni-Leslie James and the sound design by Robert Salerno. Let’s not slight Maiesha McQueen as Ma Rainey. First, she has a terrific voice; her background includes appearances in Broadway musicals and opera. When she stands at the microphone and finally sings her signature song, the audience erupts in applause. McQueen gives Ma Rainey dignity (she knows her worth), assurance, and a sense of realism; she understands her limited power and knows how and when to use it. The secondary plot centers on two members of Ma Rainey’s entourage: her nephew, Sylvester, who she insists will speak the introduction to the song despite

a stutter, and her newest girlfriend, the flirty Dussie Mae. Brittany Antoinette Davis and Mark Yarde, both acting students, are fine in the parts, capturing Dussie Mae’s interest in money and Sylvester’s lack of polish. One can question whether the explosive ending is really necessary. Its explosiveness, though possibly inevitable, seems out of character for Wilson. You will leave the theater, as I did 40 years ago, awed by Wilson’s talent, as well as that of the cast and production team. You will also leave wondering how much society has really changed in the last 100 years. For tickets, visit YaleRep.org.

22 Continued from page 21 History Happy Hour: The Creative Evolution of a Mural Artist: 6 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Artist and muralist Patrick Ganino discusses his work, creative process, and recently completed Surf Club mural. Suggested donation: $15 general admission, $10 for Madison Historical Society members. Advance registration requested. For info or tickets, visit madisonhistory.org. Sixth Grade Graveyard Dance: 7 to 9 p.m. Madison Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr. Halloween dance for sixth graders. For info, contact 203-245-2689 or info@madisonartsbarn.org, or visit madisonartsbarn.org. Haunting at the Ridge: 7 to 10 p.m. Pick-up and dropoff at Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Event for Old Saybrook students in grades 9 to 12 featuring a chairlift ride and a spooky nighttime walk through the woods with surprises and mysterious sounds. Transportation provided. Cost: $40. For info or to register, visit osyfs.org.

FRIDAY, OCT. 23 AND SATURDAY, OCT. 24 Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tours: Tours begin at 6:30 p.m. and run every 30 minutes. Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection, 61 E. Main St., Clinton. Lantern tours through historic downtown Clinton and Indian River Cemetery featuring local stories, legends, folklore, and unexplained happenings. Best suited for ages 13 and older. Cost: $15 each or $25 for two. Space is limited. For info or tickets, call 860-227-2363, email shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com, or visit shorelinetheateracademy.org.

OCTOBER 22, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING “Trek”-or-Treat Hike With ELA, ELT & ILA: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Millrace Preserve, Ivory St., Ivoryton. Self-guided Halloween-themed family hike featuring silly riddles along the trail. Treats and craft kits provided after the hike. The 15- to 20-minute hike is open to drop-ins during the scheduled time. Free; no registration required. No dogs permitted. Event will not be held in rain. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Fall Flyers: 1 to 2:30 p.m., Bauer Park Classroom, 257 Copse Rd., Madison. Children ages 3 to 7 will learn about bats, play a game about how sound helps bats fly, and make a bat-themed craft. The program takes place in the classroom and outdoors. Cost is $10 per resident childadult pair and $12 per nonresident child-adult pair. Preregistration is required for all attendees. For info or to register, call 203-245-5623 or visit madisonct.org/recreation.

Carriage House After Dark: 5 to 9 p.m. Women & Family Life Center Carriage House, 96 Fair St., Guilford. Adultsonly Halloween party featuring a costume contest, trivia, treats, and drinks. Private 10-minute psychic medium readings with Tracy Ann available from 6 to 8 p.m.; preregistration required. Cost: $35 for party and trivia, $65 for private reading, or $85 for both. For info or tickets, call 203-458-6699 or email info@womenandfamilylife.org. Full Moon Hike: 5:30 p.m. Westwoods, Guilford. Approximately two-mile hike through Westwoods, including the Great Marsh boardwalk and White Circle Trail, with steep and rocky sections. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Meet at the Peddlers Rd. trailhead. For info, text 203-508-2064.

The Witch Tryal: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd., Madison. Immersive theatrical experience recreating a colonial-era witchcraft trial using Autumn Tea Party: 1 to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, real-life testimonies. Audience members participate in 811 E. Main St., Branford. Afternoon tea with food and the trial experience. Colonial-style reception follows. Not conversation. Reservations required. Cost: $30 adults; recommended for young children due to subject matter $10 children; free for children under 5. For info or reserand intense emotion. Cost: $20. For info or tickets, call vations, call 203-488-0549. 203-421-3241 or visit northmadisoncc.org. Tweens & Teens Make: Spooky Candles: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Art program for ages 8 to 18 featuring festive candle decorating with temporary tattoos. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Holiday Decor Swap: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Community holiday decor swap. Donations accepted at the information desk through Oct. 23. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. The Great Main Street Pumpkin Fest: 2 to 6 p.m. Main Street, Old Saybrook. Family-friendly fall festival featuring crafts, activities, seasonal sips and snacks, live music, and shopping. Costumes encouraged. For info, call 860876-2933 or visit goschamber.com.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24 AND SUNDAY, OCT. 25 Ballet Spooktacular: 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Eastern Connecticut Ballet presents a Halloween-themed ballet for young children and families, featuring witches, zombies, trick-or-treating, a costume parade, and photo opportunities with dancers. For info or tickets, visit thekate.org.

SUNDAY, OCT. 25

WALK for Vista! 2026: 9 a.m. check-in; 10 a.m. walk. Vista's Madison Campus, 107 Bradley Rd., Madison. The Guilford Seniors Annual Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. three-mile walk travels through downtown Madison and Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Holi- Tabor Lutheran Church Pork Roast Dinner: 4:30 to along the shoreline. Morning refreshments will be availday and everyday crafts, baked goods, gently used able, and the walk begins with the Lancraft Fife and 6 p.m. Tabor Lutheran Church, 45 Tabor Drive, Branford. jewelry and books, vendors, a 50/50 raffle, and chance Drum Corps. Online registration closes at 10 a.m. SaturTakeout-only dinner featuring pork roast, mashed potaauction. Breakfast and lunch available for purchase. Pro- toes, red cabbage, green beans, applesauce, bread, and day, Oct. 24; walk-in registration is available beginning at ceeds support Guilford Seniors programs. For info, call 9 a.m. For info or to register, contact 860-399-8080, ext. dessert. Cost: $22 regular portion, $16 small portion. 203-453-8068. 279, or YJUm@VistaLifeInnovations.org, or visit vistalAdvance orders recommended. For info or to order, call 203-488-2541, email taborlutheranchurch@gmail.com, or ifeinnovations.org. Farm Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Down the Lane Farm, 18 visit taborchurch.net. Reservoir Rd., Killingworth. Fall community event featurStamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ing honey bees, local honey, jams, herbs, spices, baked YMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored Rotary Club of Deep River Oktoberfest: 5 to 8 p.m. goods, pollinator-friendly plants, gardening tips, and by the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit Landing & Main, 77 Main St., Deep River. Features Gerhomesteading classes. Free admission and parking. No nhps1914.com. man food, a beer garden, and live music by Paddy restrooms. For info, call 203-619-3976 or email MauWhacks. Tickets are $40 per person and include admisreen@downthelanefarm.com. The Great Goodwin Harvest Festival Fundraiser: sion, a drink ticket, food, and entertainment. Proceeds 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old benefit the Rotary Club of Deep River’s community serSaturday Sleuths Book Club: 10 to 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scran- vice projects and charitable programs. For info or tickets, Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Fall festival featuring live ton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Dis- call 860-481-9031 or visit zeffy.com/en-US/ticketmusic, inflatables, a barrel train, food trucks, local vencussion of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by dors, children’s activities, games, raffles, and more. Proing/oktoberfest-28. Benjamin Stevenson. Snacks provided. Registration preceeds benefit Goodwin School through the PTA. ferred. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Advance tickets available; admission at the door is $10 per person or $30 per family. For info or advance tickets, visit goodwinpta.org. See page 23

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LIVING • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026

New Haven Museum Celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival and Diwali Press Release from the New Haven Museum

The New Haven Museum will host its second annual Mid-Autumn Festival/Diwali Mash-Up on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 1 to 4 p.m., highlighting two cultural celebrations with roots across Asia. Presented in partnership with the Asian Pacific American Coalition of Connecticut, the event will feature mahjong, dance performances, interactive activities, music, and sweet treats throughout the afternoon. The program is included with museum admission. Beginning at 1 p.m., Mahjong Haven will offer two hours of Hong Kong-style mahjong, including lessons for beginners and free play for participants of all experience levels. The activity celebrates the traditional Chinese MidAutumn Festival, observed annually by communities throughout Asia, particularly East and Southeast Asia, and by the Asian diaspora worldwide. The festival marks a time of gratitude for the autumn harvest, family togetherness, community, and wholeness. At 3:15 p.m., members of Yale Rangeela, Yale University’s first undergraduate Bollywood fusion dance team, will perform pieces drawing from Indian classical dance, regional folk dance, traditional theater, and Western pop culture. The group will also lead a workshop, inviting attendees to learn and try some dance moves. The performance recognizes Diwali, the annual Hindu Festival of Lights, which symbolizes the spiritual triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is celebrated throughout Asia, particularly South Asia, and among communities of the Asian diaspora worldwide. The Asian Pacific American Coalition of Connecticut, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, is a statewide nonprofit organization that works through advocacy, education, outreach, and community collaboration to support the well-being of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in Connecticut. Founded in 1862 as the New Haven Colony Historical Society, the New Haven Museum collects, preserves, and Continued from page 22 Old Saybrook Rotary Club Macaroni Dinner: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Clark Memorial Field (Fireman’s Field), 210 Elm St., Old Saybrook. Curbside pickup only; no rain date. Menu includes macaroni, meatballs, salad, dessert, bread, and cheese. Cost: $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and younger. For info or tickets, call 860-794-5009 or visit osrotary.org. Monthly Drawing Class: 1 to 3 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Drawing class with Edith Reynolds. Fee is $10. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org. Felting a Pumpkin Workshop: 1 to 3:30 p.m., Spectrum Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook. Participants will needle-felt a 4- to 6-inch wool pumpkin using colorful wool and sheep’s locks. All materials and tools are included. Adults and children ages 9 and older accompanied by an adult are welcome. Cost is $65, or $58.50 for members. For info or to register, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.

Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum.

Participants gather around a mahjong table. Mahjong Haven will offer beginner lessons and free play during the New Haven Museum's Mid-Autumn Festival/Diwali Mash-Up on Sunday, Oct. 25.

interprets the history and heritage of Greater New through the museum’s website at newhavenmuseum.org. Haven. The museum is located at 114 Whitney Ave. in For more information, visit the website or call 203-562New Haven. 4183. The Mid-Autumn Festival/Diwali Mash-Up is included with museum admission. Registration is available The Extraordinary Caterpillar: 1:30 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Screening of a 60-minute documentary exploring the ecological roles of caterpillars and their importance to ecosystems. For info, visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Robbie Collomore Concert Series: Zodiac Trio: 4 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., Chester. The trio features clarinet, violin, and piano, performing classical works, new compositions, and original arrangements. Sponsored by Essex Bank and Deep River Family Dental. For info or tickets, visit collomoreconcerts.org.

MONDAY, OCT. 26 Book Discussion: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Book: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Facilitated by Joanna Baymiller. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org.

Pieper Olson Foundation Golf Classic: 10 a.m. registration; noon shotgun start/scramble; 5 p.m. cocktail reception and buffet dinner. TPC River Highlands, 1 Golf Club Rd., Cromwell. Golf event supporting financial assistance for pets facing urgent medical emergencies. The event includes 18 holes of golf, practice facilities, shared golf carts, player gifts, lunch, dinner, contests, and special guests Scot Haney and Javier Colon. Individual and foursome registration available. For info or to register, visit pieperolsonfoundation.pet/event/golf-outing/. Costume Dance Mode: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children ages 18 months and older and their siblings can enjoy dancing, singing, and playing instruments. No registration required. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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OCTOBER 22, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING

Page Turners Don't Laugh at Other People's Sex Lives by Nao-Cola Yamazaki and Polly Barton This bite-sized read flew by. Isogai, an art student, begins to model for his older painting professor, Yuri, at her studio. When feelings develop, Isogai becomes enmeshed in Yuri’s world. This “first love” story goes deeper, exploring maturity, vulnerability and the stomach-aching feeling of attachment. — Chris, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Once Upon a Trainwreck by Christy Carlson Romano If you’re anything like me, you didn’t know much about Christy Carlson Romano outside of her iconic Disney Channel roles in Even Stevens, Kim Possible, and Cadet Kelly. Her memoir is a candid look at the highs and lows of her career, from her early years on stage, and her Disney Channel era to her many attempts at living a normal life and, eventually, becoming a mother. I love how she ties her experiences together in letters to her daughters, writing to them about how each part of her life has influenced the way she’s raising them. — Becky, 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.

American Hagwon by Min Jin Lee The Pachinko author brings us another sweeping Korean family saga, this time about the principled yet struggling Koh family, who relocate to California in hopes of regaining their footing. It’s a story about relationships, race, education, success, morals and finding meaning in life. I was completely invested in these well-drawn characters. — Karen F., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

The Four Wives and Five Deaths of Richard Milford by Nafissa Thompson-Spires When Rich Milford dies, his four “wives” and his cook are all suspects. This book plays with perspective through a host of unreliable and contradictory narrators. There’s a focus on community, both its power and perils, with the town of Newville cast as a character. I loved the writing and how it walks the line between realism and the speculative. — Marisa, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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Page Turners Continued from page 24

The Radiance by Ayad Akhtar What I thought was going to be a sophisticated campus drama ended up being so much more! It felt like watching from above and then suddenly zooming in so close that I could feel the tension, discomfort and longing. Although it’s a slow build to get to know each character’s place in the story, it was well worth the page-turning all the way to the end! — Lori, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Peck & Peck by Bonnie Garmus This is a laugh-out-loud, clever and quirky novel by the author of Lessons in Chemistry. Batter Gray, a young man and aspiring poet named after a heroic dog, is looking for direction in his life. His mother, Rainey Gray, who is a typeface designer, has instilled in him stories of Batter the dog’s heroism and an appreciation for a well-selected font. He lands his dream job at Peck & Peck, a highly selective quarterly poetry publication. The inner workings of Peck & Peck are complicated, and Batter becomes entangled in mysteries, a famous actress’ missing diary and family feuds. This book provides an enjoyable escape from reality. — Jen, Breakwater Books, Guilford

Trust Fall by Lynn Painter Trust Fall is a rags-to-riches rom-com set in NYC in the fall. A surprise inheritance brings Julia’s family across the country to a place that is completely unfamiliar to them. I assumed it would be a dream come true, but it presented them with the challenges of a different social status. Damion and Julia brought the rom and the com to this fun story! — Trinity, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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TUESDAY, OCT. 27

Painting With Carol: 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For grades 5 to 12. Create a work of art with step-by-step instruction. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Walking Into the Future: Advances in Hip and Knee Replacement: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by researchers from the Yale School of Medicine. Explores advances in hip and knee replacement surgery. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org.

Book: Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Discussion of the historical fiction novel. Young readers, families and seniors are welcome. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Little Makers: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Children ages 2 to 6 can make a Room on the Broom craft. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Sustainable Lawn Care: 7 p.m. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St., Ivoryton. Presented by Sustainable Essex and Ivoryton Library. Registration encouraged but not required. For info, email sustsxct@gmail.com.

Plan Well Live Well: 1 to 4 p.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Five professionals in care management, home care, downsizing, senior living, and real estate discuss planning for future housing and care needs. Presented in collaboration with Shoreline Village CT and Guilford Parks & Recreation. For info or to register, call 203-453-8086 or visit planwelllivewellshoreline.com. See page 27

OCTOBER 22, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING

Urinetown: In Concert Comes to Centerbrook

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Sydney Yargeau will play Little Becky Two Shoes and Mrs. Millenium in Brief Cameo Productions' Urinetown:

Photo courtesy of Brief Cameo Productions

Elio Perez makes his Brief Cameo Productions debut as Senator Fipp and Hot Blades Harry in Urinetown: In Concert.

Bryan Quinn will play Officer Lockstock in Brief Cameo Productions' Urinetown: In Concert. His previous company credits include Sunday in the Park with George, The Drowsy Chaperone, and The Lisbon Traviata.

Amy Buckley returns to Brief Cameo Productions as Josephine Strong in Urinetown: In Concert. She previously appeared in the company's productions of Ragtime, Sunday in the Park with George, and Master Class.

Alexis DiGiacomo joins Brief Cameo Productions for the first time as Penelope Pennywise in Urinetown: In Concert.

Photo courtesy of Brief Cameo Productions

Jacob Iglitzin will portray Mr. McQueen and Old Man Strong in Brief Cameo Productions' Urinetown: In Concert.

Galen Donovan returns to Brief Cameo Productions to portray Tiny Tom and Dr. Billeaux in Urinetown: In Concert.

Ethan Smith, previously seen in Brief Cameo Productions' The Drowsy Chaperone and Side Show, will play Bobby Strong in Urinetown: In Concert.

Elizabeth Stassen, who appeared in Brief Cameo Productions' Side Show, will portray Hope Cladwell in Urinetown: In Concert.

Photo courtesy of Brief Cameo Productions

Rebecca Tobin makes her Brief Cameo Productions debut as Soupy Sue and Cladwell's Secretary in Urinetown: In Concert.

Nathan Szymanski, a veteran of Brief Cameo Productions' Side Show and The Lisbon Traviata, will portray Officer Barrel in Urinetown: In Concert.

Joshua Steele Kelly makes his Brief Cameo Productions debut as Caldwell B. Cladwell in Urinetown: In Concert.

Jordan Adams returns to Brief Cameo Productions as Little Sally in Urinetown: In Concert, following an appearance in The Drowsy Chaperone.

Press Release from Brief Cameo Productions

Brief Cameo Productions will present Urinetown: In Concert Jan. 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. and Jan. 17 at 5 p.m. at the Centerbrook Meeting House, 51 Main St., Centerbrook. The production follows the company’s January 2026 concert staging of Side Show. Jim Clark, Brief Cameo co-founder and producer, will co-direct Urinetown: In Concert with associate producer Alan Piotrowicz. “Alan [Piotrowicz, BCP’s Associate Producer]’s passion for the politically tinged subject matter of Urinetown, along with the show’s gentle poking fun at musical theater tropes eventually put the show to the top of our list,” Clark says. With music and lyrics by Mark Hollmann and book and lyrics by Greg Kotis, Urinetown is a musical satire of capitalism, social irresponsibility, environmental collapse, bureaucracy, municipal politics, and musical theater itself. The show has received three Tony Awards, three Outer Critics Circle Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards, and two Obie Awards. Set in a Gotham-like city, the story unfolds during a severe water shortage caused by a 20year drought. A governmentenforced ban on private toilets forces residents to use public facilities controlled by a single See Urinetown page 27

LIVING • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 22, 2026 Continued from page 25 Tips from Physical Therapist Aaron Morales: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Deep River Ambulance Barn, 284 West Elm St., Deep River. Hosted by the Deep River 60 Club. The program, Living a More Balanced Life: Steady on Your Feet: Interactive Balance Training for Everyday Life, focuses on balance training for everyday life. For info, call 860-7672302. Liberated Love: Rewiring Your Heart for Authentic Connection with Mark Groves: 2 p.m. Via Zoom. Virtual author talk about Groves’ book Liberated Love: How to Release Codependency, Reduce Conflict, and Create Extraordinary Relationships. Free. Registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Virtual Author Talk with Mark Groves: 2 p.m. Virtual and on-screen at Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Groves will discuss his book, Liberated Love: How to Release Codependency, Reduce Conflict, and Create Extraordinary Relationships. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. History of the Blues 101 with Ramblin' Dan: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Ramblin' Dan Stevens presents the history of blues in the United States, from its origins in the Deep South to the present, using historical images, video and live music. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28 Baby Playtime: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Play program for caregivers and children from birth to age two, with siblings welcome. Features opportunities for fine and gross motor play using toys and activities. No registration required. For info, call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

The Atlantic Discussion Group: 10:30 a.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Discuss the monthly issue of The Atlantic. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Revolutionary War Lecture Series, Part Four: 1777: Hope Springs Eternal: 7 p.m. Killingworth Volunteer Company Firehouse, 333 Rte. 81. Presented by David LeVasseur as part of a lecture series commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and the roles of Clinton and Killingworth. The program also will be available on Zoom. No registration required. For info, visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Music Haven Concert and Film: Dracula: 11 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a live performance by the Haven String Quartet accomGuilford Job Network: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Features panying a screening of the 1931 film Dracula. Cost: $3. guest speakers. Open to all job seekers. For info or to For info or to register, visit ssill.org. receive the Zoom meeting link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aol.com. Free Middle School Drop-In Workshop Session B: 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. Middle school students can work on art projects or explore THURSDAY, OCT. 29 materials independently. No registration required. Great Decisions: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Adams Middle School students can walk or take Bus 24 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for to the Center. For info, contact 203-453-5947 or info@guilfordartcenter.org or visit guilfordartcenter.org. Lifelong Learning. Facilitated by Tom Lee. Discussion topic: Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order. Cost: $5 with your own 2026 Great Decisions Briefing Book; Tea & Talk: 2 p.m. Parthenon Diner, 374 East Main St., Branford. An opportunity for conversation with members $40, including the book. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. of Shoreline Village CT. For info or to register, contact 203-747-5939 or info@shorelinevillagect.org. Cool-ology: 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For grades 1 to 5. Halloween-themed STEM experiments with Claudia Esposito of Cool-ology. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Creative Crafts With Jesse: Fall Paper Quilling: 6 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Beginner paper-quilling class featuring fall leaves on a card base. Materials provided. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Community Meeting: Shared Vision for PreK-12 Education: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Chester Elementary School gym, 23 Ridge Rd., Chester. Community meeting for residents to share priorities, hopes, and concerns about the future of PreK-12 education in Chester, Deep River, Essex, and Regional School District 4. Open to parents, caregivers, students, staff, and all community members. For info, call 860-526-2417.

Access Health CT: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Meet with trained enrollment specialists for help with health and dental insurance options. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Creative Crafts With Jesse: Fall Paper Quilling: 2 to 3:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Beginner paper-quilling class featuring fall leaves on a card base. Materials provided. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Teen Crafternoon: Halloween Stickers: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For ages 12 to 18. Make Halloween-themed stickers. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

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Urinetown: In Concert Comes to Centerbrook Continued from page 26 company that charges admission for one of life’s most basic necessities. The cast includes several returning Brief Cameo performers: Bryan Quinn (Sunday in the Park with George, The Drowsy Chaperone, and The Lisbon Traviata) as Officer Lockstock; Jordan Adams (The Drowsy Chaperone) as Little Sally; Ethan Smith (The Drowsy Chaperone and Side Show) as Bobby Strong; Elizabeth Stassen (Side Show) as Hope Cladwell; and Jacob Iglitzin (Master Class, The

Drowsy Chaperone, and The Lisbon Traviata) as Mr. McQueen/Old Man Strong. Also returning are Galen Donovan (The Drowsy Chaperone, Side Show, and The Lisbon Traviata) as Tiny Tom/Dr. Billeaux; Sydney Yargeau (Side Show and The Lisbon Traviata) as Little Becky Two Shoes/Mrs. Millenium; Amy Buckley (Ragtime, Sunday in the Park with George, and Master Class) as Josephine Strong; and Nathan Szymanski (Side Show and The Lisbon Traviata) as Officer Barrel.

Making their Brief Cameo debuts are Alexis DiGiacomo as Penelope Pennywise, Elio Perez as Senator Fipp/Hot Blades Harry, Rebecca Tobin as Soupy Sue/Cladwell’s Secretary, and Joshua Steele Kelly as Caldwell B. Cladwell. The production team includes co-directors Clark and Piotrowicz, with Piotrowicz also overseeing production design; musical director Jill Brunelle; costume designer Kathleen Santomasso; and stage manager Holly Price. Joining Brunelle in the orchestra are Sam Moffett on reeds, Adam Myers on

trombone, Dakota Singerline on drums and percussion, and Jordan Brint on bass. Founded in 2019, Brief Cameo Productions presents concert stagings of classic and lesser-produced works of musical theater, featuring local and regional performers. The company is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. General admission tickets are $30 and go on sale Nov. 15 at briefcameoproductions.com. Sponsorship packages, which include reserved seating and other benefits, are currently available through the website.

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Photo courtesy of Daniel Hand High School VIBE Show Choir

Members of Daniel Hand High School’s VIBE Show Choir gather onstage during a rehearsal for their 2026 production. The nationally ranked group will kick off its 27th season with three cabaret performances Jan. 9 and 10, 2027, at Daniel Hand High School in Madison.

VIBE Show Choir to Kick Off 27th Season with January Cabaret Press Release from Daniel Hand High School VIBE Show Choir

Daniel Hand High School’s VIBE Show Choir will kick off its 27th season with the annual VIBE Cabaret on Jan. 9 and 10, 2027, at Daniel Hand High School in Madison. The event will feature three performances over two days, offering audiences a preview of the group’s 2027 show. Directed by Ronald Soja, VIBE is a nationally ranked competitive song-anddance choir that competes against high school show choirs throughout New England, the Northeast, and beyond. The group has more than 75 student members

in its cast, crew, and band, with support from family, friends, and fans. The upcoming season follows a successful 2026 campaign in which VIBE won four Grand Championships, five Gold Medals, and multiple awards, including five for Best Vocals, three for Best Choreography, Best Band, Best Show Design, and a Judges Award for Visual Impact. Daniel Hand junior Luke Soja also earned three Best Soloist Awards. Those achievements placed VIBE at No. 42 in HomeRoom’s final 2026 Show Choir rankings of 100 groups nationwide, making it the only New England team to rank among the top 100.

The cast, band, and crew have been rehearsing since summer under Soja’s direction, with choreography by April James, Sam Mulligan, and Nikki Mele, and music arranged by Josh Greene. Cabaret audiences will have an opportunity to see the new show before the competition season begins. Tickets for the January cabaret are available at zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ 2027-vibe-cabaret. Seating is limited. Local businesses and families can also support the 2027 season through sponsorships, with information available at dhhsvibe.com/sponsors. VIBE’s Heartbeat Club offers another way to contribute

Bats of Connecticut: 5 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Pati Laudano, a DEEP-cerCommunity Meeting: Shared Vision for PreK-12 Edu- tified Master Wildlife Conservationist, will discuss Concation: 4 to 6 p.m. Deep River Elementary School gym, 12 necticut’s bats and their role in local ecosystems. RegisRiver St., Deep River. Community meeting for residents tration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 to share priorities, hopes, and concerns about the future or visit hchlibrary.org. of PreK-12 education in Chester, Deep River, Essex, and Regional School District 4. Open to parents, caregivers, Bald Eagle Presentation: 6 p.m. Chester Meeting House, students, staff, and all community members. For info, call 4 Liberty St. Ginny Apple, a master wildlife conservation860-526-2417. ist with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, discusses the history, lore and recovery of bald eagles. Space is limited. For info or to Continued from page 27

through monthly donations, with membership benefits at VIBE events. Information is available at zeffy.com/enUS/donation-form/vibes-heartbeat-club. VIBE’s competition season begins Jan. 30 at the Tantasqua Show Choir Spectacular in Massachusetts. The group also plans to compete at national festivals in Medina, Ohio, in February and Scranton, Pennsylvania, in March. The season concludes with an End of Season Concert at Daniel Hand High School on March 23, 2027. For more information about VIBE and its upcoming season, visit www.dhhs vibe.com.

register, contact 860-526-0018 or Library@ChesterCT.org, or visit chesterctlibrary.com. Evening of Guitar at the Blackstone: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Program featuring performances, discussions and instruction focused on classical music and guitar. Led by guitarist and teacher Neal Fitzpatrick. Registration required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. See page 29

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Zuppardi Sisters to Share Family History at New Haven Museum Press Release from the New Haven Museum

Cheryl and Lori Zuppardi, the sisters behind Zuppardi’s Apizza in West Haven, will join author and historian Colin Caplan for a conversation about their family’s history, the growth of their business, and their experiences carrying on a Connecticut pizza tradition. The program, A Slice of Zuppardi’s: Family, History & Apizza, will take place Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. at the New Haven Museum. It is the latest installment of the museum’s Monthly Slice series and is included with regular museum admission. The sisters’ grandfather, Domenico Zuppardi, immigrated to the United States from Maori, Italy, and opened a bread bakery in West Haven in 1934. He later passed the business to his son, who shifted its focus from bread to pizza. Cheryl and Lori have continued the family tradition, expanding the business while maintaining its roots in West Haven. Today, Zuppardi’s operates two pizzerias, two pizza trucks, and a frozen-pizza business. “There’s a reason why so many rank Zuppardi’s Apizza as one of the best in Connecticut,” Caplan says. “Join us for a night of great stories guaranteed to stimulate both the intellect and the appetite!” Caplan, who co-curated the New Haven Museum’s Pronounced Ah-Beetz exhibition, is an entrepreneur, architect, author, historian, educator, and tour operator. He hosts Taste of New Haven food tours and events, Elm City Party Bike, and Paddle Pub party boats. He has written six books on New Haven history, including Pizza in New Haven, and has served as a National Register of Historic Places consultant and visiting professor at Wesleyan University. His film and media credits include the documentaries Pizza, A Love Story and Slice of America. Caplan also helped lead efforts to declare New Haven the Pizza Capital of the United States, designate Connecticut as “The Pizza State,” create Connecticut pizza license plates, and organize the Guinness World Record-setting largest pizza party. Founded in 1862 as the New Haven Colony Historical Society, the New Haven Museum collects, preserves, and inter-

Continued from page 28 The Thin Blue Lie: An Honest Cop vs. the FBI: 6 to 8 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Local author Greg Dillon, a veteran state investigator and former FBI agent, discusses his experience with an FBI misconduct scandal involving coverups, retaliation, a federal trial, and a landmark court ruling. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow with Michael Langlois: 6:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Michael Langlois presents Washington Irving’s tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman. Free. Space is limited. Registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

FRIDAY, OCT. 30 Movie Matinee: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Movie screening in the Buel Room. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Friday Movie Matinee: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Power Ballad (R). Popcorn and soda provided. Registration preferred. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Twilight Tour of River View Cemetery: 4 to 5:30 p.m. River View Cemetery, 37 N. Main St., Essex. Guided walk through the cemetery's oldest sections, tracing local stories spanning three centuries of Essex and Connecticut River history. The walk covers approximately half a mile over sloped, grassy, uneven terrain. Audio devices are provided for registered participants. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 860-767-0681 or visit essexhistory.org.

Photo by Gorman Bechard

Zuppardi’s Apizza in West Haven traces its roots to a bread bakery opened in 1934 by Domenico Zuppardi. His granddaughters, Cheryl and Lori Zuppardi, will discuss the family business and its history during a Nov. 5 program at the New Haven Museum.

prets the history and heritage of Greater New Haven. The museum is located at 114 Whitney Ave. in New Haven. A Slice of Zuppardi’s: Family, History & Apizza is included with regular museum

Owl-O-Ween: 6 to 8 p.m. Meigs Point Nature Center, 1288 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features live owls presented by A Place Called Hope and Freedom First Rehab Center. For info, visit meigspointnaturecenter.org.

Family & Friends Bingo Night: Halloween Edition: 6 to 8 p.m. Madison admission. Registration is available Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr. Community through newhavenmuseum.org. For more bingo night with Halloween surprises. information, visit the website or call 203- For info, contact 203-245-2689 or 562-4183. info@madisonartsbarn.org, or visit madisonartsbarn.org. See page 30

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SATURDAY, OCT. 31 Old Saybrook Rotary Club Shredding Day: 9 a.m. to noon, or earlier if the truck fills up. Old Saybrook High School, 1111 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Residents can bring documents for secure shredding and recycling. Cost: $10 per copypaper box. Nonperishable food donations will be collected for Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries. Weather permitting. For info, contact 860-794-5009 or johnaforismo07@gmail.com, or visit osrotary.org.

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All-Women A Cappella Group Lyyra to Perform at Trinity Church Press Release from Trinity Church on the Green

Lyyra, an international all-women vocal ensemble, will bring its mix of classical, jazz, pop, and folk music to Trinity Church on the Green in New Haven on Saturday, Nov. 14. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the church’s music programs. Founded in 2024, the six-voice a cappella group has toured Europe, released recordings, and records for Warner Classics. The ensemble’s repertoire ranges from Hildegard of Bingen to contemTrick or Treat at the Essex Library: porary songwriters. Although Lyyra focuses on women composers, its 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West recordings also include Paul Simon’s America, Will the Circle Be UnbroAve., Essex. Children of all ages can trickken, and the 1940s hit A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square. Last year, or-treat at the library during open hours. the group released the album This Christmas. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youresTrinity Church on the Green has a longstanding choral tradition, beginsexlibrary.org. ning with its choir of men and boys, founded in the 1880s. The church now has three choirs, and its historic organ is used by Yale students. Essex Halloween Parade: 5:30 p.m. Essex The concert will take place in Trinity’s historic sanctuary. Post Office, 12 Main St., Essex. Children are Tickets are $20 for students and $40 for adults. A family package for two invited to march with the Essex Library in adults and two children is available for $100. the annual parade. Registration required. For more information and tickets, visit TrinityNewHaven.org/calendar. In the event of rain, the program will be canceled. For info or to register, call 860Lyyra, a six-voice, all-women a cappella ensemble, will perform classical, 767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. jazz, pop, and folk music at Trinity Church on the Green in New Haven on Saturday, Nov. 14. Proceeds will benefit the church’s music programs.

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TUESDAY, NOV. 3 The New Federal Reserve: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Ray Lombra, Ph.D. Explores the history and current role of the Federal Reserve. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Surf Club Beach Cleanup: 1 to 4 p.m., Surf Club, 64 Surf Club Rd., Madison. Volunteers will help clean the beach, remove hazards to marine life, and record the types and quantities of debris collected for use by the Ocean Conservancy and Save the Sound. Supplies will be provided; participants may bring buckets for collecting trash. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. For info or to register, visit savethesound.org. Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom with Asha Frost: 2 p.m. Virtual. Author Asha Frost discusses her book, You Are the Medicine: 13 Moons of Indigenous Wisdom, Ancestral Connection, and Animal Spirit Guidance. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Virtual Author Talk With Asha Frost: 2 p.m., online via Henry Carter Hull Library. Indigenous medicine woman Asha Frost discusses her book, You Are the Medicine: 13 Moons of Indigenous Wisdom, Ancestral Connection, and Animal Spirit Guidance, exploring Indigenous wisdom and ancestral connection. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 860669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Shoreline Civil War Roundtable: 6:15 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to all. No registration. For info, contact 860-395-3184 or events@actonlibrary.org, or visit actonlibrary.org.

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, artiTrivia Night: 6:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Par- san breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticutticipants can test their knowledge in a made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email trivia game. Registration is required. For farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org. info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Rd. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy products, 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.

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