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Clinton BOE Approves $800K in Cuts, Including Staff Reductions By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer

approved a reduced education budget last month. The Clinton Board of Education approved At a second budget referendum held on $800,000 in budget cuts on June 1, including May 27, Clinton voters approved a the elimination of two teaching positions and $44,288,204 education budget for the 2026reductions to three others, after voters 27 fiscal year, a $1,421,708 (3.32%)

increase.Together with a town budget of $23,237,935 approved at the first referendum on May 13, Clinton’s total budget for the next fiscal year was set at $67,526,139, a See Clinton BOE page 10

Dustin Huguenin is looking forward to giving back to the community he calls home.....................................2

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Looking Ahead The Rams are aiming to build on Visitors walk through the Saybrook four straight state tournament SunFest Community Carnival with appearances................................15 the Ferris wheel and Round-Up ride in the background on opening night at Saybrook Point on June 5. The three-day carnival ran through June 7, benefiting the Kathleen E. Goodwin PTA, Old Saybrook Middle School PTO, Safe Grad and other student initiatives.

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Dustin Huguenin: Giving Back at Home By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer

As the new Parks and Recreation Director in Clinton, Dustin Huguenin is ready to give back to the community he calls home. Earlier this spring, Clinton’s longtime Parks and Recreation Director, Bo Potter, announced his retirement. In mid-May, Dustin was hired to take over the position and, since then, has been working to introduce himself to the town he moved to eight months ago. “I’m excited. I’ve worked in parks and rec my whole life, but I’ve never been able to actually serve the community I live in too,” Dustin tells the Harbor News. “I’ve been working to learn the park system, hiking all the trails and learning about the facilities. My job is to enhance and grow the great amenities that Bo built up over the years.” To achieve that goal, Dustin says he’s trying to connect with as

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of the Week many community members as he can. “So far, I’ve just been asking a lot of questions. I’m working on getting a sense of the community and the facilities. Eventually, I’d like to do a community survey and get as many responses as possible so I can get an understanding of what resources need to be allocated where,” Dustin says of what he has been working on since starting his job. “There’s been a lot of discussion, and I want to get a sense of what the community wants. My door is always open, and I’d love to hear from the public.” Prior to taking the job in Clinton, Dustin worked for a number of years as a parks and recreation director in the Connecticut towns

of Southbury and Ellington. While he says he enjoyed the job, he also notes the commute was quite lengthy. After moving to Clinton eight months ago, Dustin says he enjoyed exploring the town and its hiking system. When he learned the opportunity in Clinton was opening, it considerably shortened his commute. “To be able to pay it forward, I’m thrilled to be able to do that for a town I also live in,” Dustin says. “I’m biased, but I think I have one of the best jobs on the planet,” Dustin says with a laugh. An avid outdoorsman, Dustin says his career is spent doing something he is already passionate about outside of work. “I’m so lucky and fortunate. I get to go to the beach and make sure things are smooth there. I go to different sports games and make sure our fields are ready for play,” Dustin explains. See Dustin Huguenin page 9

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The 2026 National Rotary Day of Service on May 16 was a wonderful day enjoyed by those who stopped by one of our three locations to celebrate a morning of promoting literacy. Storytelling, crafts, games and other activities were all part of this special day in Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Westbrook. Many thanks to Mary Costanzo and the Old Saybrook Garden Club, Tony Sharillo and the Shoreline YMCA in Westbrook, and Jazzy Childs and the Phoebe Griffin Library in Old Lyme for their assistance in providing the locations for our event. The Acton Public Library assisted with several interlibrary requests for the many copies of “Corduroy” and “The Very Hungry

Caterpillar” that were needed for the day. Our sponsors for the event included CT Water and Ocean State Job Lot in Old Saybrook. Our friends at The Book Barn in Niantic were most helpful in allocating books for the children as well. It was great to see the children go home with free books and writing journals thanks to these generous sponsors. Look for the Old Saybrook Rotary Club once again next spring on May 15, 2027, as we give back to our communities during this National Day of Service event. Joan Winters, Event Coordinator Old Saybrook Rotary Club

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Ronald McKay Robison Westbrook Ronald McKay Robison passed away at his home in Westbrook on May 22, 2026. Ron was born June 10, 1966, in Manchester. The family moved to Walnut, Calif., where Ron graduated from Del Paso High School and went on to graduate from welding school. The family returned to Connecticut, and Ron was employed at Welding Works in Madison. Ron leaves behind his son, Kyle, of

Branford; his daughter, Michelle, and granddaughter, Emma, of Upland, Calif.; Gloria, his ex-wife, of Columbia; his parents, Ron and Sandy Robison of Clinton; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Jill, and his brother, Michael. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family this summer. Please consider a donation to the charity of your choice.

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Elizabeth Jean Mathison Clinton Elizabeth Jean Mathison, a woman of deep faith, creativity, and dedication, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 25, 2026, at the age of 95. Born in Hartford on Jan. 13, 1931, Jean was the cherished daughter of Robert E. and Elizabeth (Wurthmann) Mathison. She grew up in West Hartford, graduating from William Hall High School, and later channeled her love for the arts into a master's degree in art from the University of Hartford. Jean generously shared her considerable creative talents with her family and later with middle school students at Montville Public Schools until her early retirement. Since 1950, Jean had lived in Harbor View, Clinton. She loved her home and neighborhood. In those early years, she enjoyed sailing. In her later years,

Jean's life was profoundly shaped by her faith. As an active and incredibly generous member of Clinton Baptist Church, she walked closely with Jesus Christ, living out her beliefs through her steadfast support of her church community. Jean was predeceased by her sister, Martha M. Fuller, and her nephew, Robert L. Fuller. Her memory will be kept alive by her surviving family, including her niece, Marcy Fuller of Westbrook; her nephews, H. Kit Fuller (Wanda) of Longmont, Colo., and Fred N. Fuller (Penny Fletcher) of Midway, Utah, and Barbara Fuller of Old Saybrook (widow of Robert); also four greatnieces and nephews: Heather Culwell, Graham Fuller, Katrina Aiken, and Erik Gustafson. A private burial will take place at Beaverbrook Cemetery in Clinton at the convenience of the family. To honor Jean's memory and her love for local heritage, donations may be made to the Westbrook Historical Society, PO Box 148, Westbrook, CT 06498.

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Celebrate Saybrook Returns June 28 With Drone Show By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer

Summer is here, and once again it is time to Celebrate Saybrook. The popular street party returns to Main Street on Sunday, June 28, from 4 to 8:30 p.m. This year, a patriotic drone show will kick off at 9 p.m. as part of the town’s America 250 celebration. Celebrate Saybrook is designed as a day of family-friendly fun for residents and visitors alike. The festival features live music and craft beer and drinks, along with family attractions and shopping. Besides the 30 different food vendors, dozens more vendors will line Main Street selling wares, along with a wide variety of free activities, from balloon creations and face painting to carnival-style games. This year’s entertainment options include juggler Jason Tardy, balloon artist and magician Amazing Andy, a stilt walker, and an expanded kids’ fun zone. The kids’ fun zone will include a DJ, an inflatable obstacle course, games, face painting, live disc golf demonstrations, and other outdoor fun from Action Sports. Live music will include headlining act Jamie’s Junk Show from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. at the main stage, located at 201 Main Street. Earlier in the day, The Potentials will play from 4 to 5:45 p.m., followed by acoustic performer Jeremy Haddad from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. “We also moved the Main Stage this year to provide what we hope will be a more enjoyable experience for the band and listeners, out of the direct glare of the sun. We try to take our experience each year with the event and make it better the following year,” Jennifer Donahue, the town’s economic development coordinator, said. This year, Celebrate Saybrook will

include a special drone show in honor of 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. During the show, 200 drones will fly over the Town Hall campus. Music will be played live, as well as through an app, during the show. Amanda Brouwer, one of the organizers of Old Saybrook’s America 250 celebration, said, “We think the drone show will be really exciting, something new for many, and it will feature some patriotic images accompanied by some festive music.” Now in its fourth year, the event has quickly become a popular attraction in the community, and organizers are expecting thousands to attend. Carl Fortuna, Old Saybrook’s first selectman, said in a press release, “This is a wonderful event and our team has a great lineup of entertainment, food, shopping, and family-friendly activities planned. Each year we try to kick things up a notch from the previous year, and if you stick around until 9 p.m., you won’t be disappointed. We are very pleased to host this celebration in our community, and we hope everyone from around the state will come to enjoy the day with us.” To create the pedestrian zone needed for the event, Main Street between Elm Street and Sheffield Street will close at 3 p.m. Parking and transportation options include free shuttles running throughout the day from Old Saybrook Middle School, Goodwin Elementary School, Old Saybrook Shopping Plaza, and the North Main Street commuter lot. Accessible parking will be available at 225 Main Street in the Main Street Connection Park lot. For a full list of participants, the event schedule, and parking options, visit www.sayoldsaybrook.com.

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Aniskovich, Lettieri Face Off Again in 35th District Race By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer

Voters in the 35th House District will see a familiar matchup on the ballot this November as incumbent Republican Chris Aniskovich and Democratic challenger Cinzia Lettieri prepare for a rematch of their closely contested 2024 race. The 35th House District represents Clinton, Killingworth, and northern Westbrook. Aniskovich was first elected to represent the district in 2022 after defeating then-Democratic incumbent Christine Goupil and Green Party candidate Hugh Birdsall. In 2024, Aniskovich was reelected over Lettieri. Both candidates are Clinton residents and active community volunteers. At the state level, Aniskovich is a ranking member on the Commerce Committee and a member of the General Law and Banking committees. Locally, Aniskovich is currently in his second term as an elected member of Clinton’s Town Council, where he served as chairman from 2019-23. Besides the Town Council, Aniskovich has served on the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Assessment Appeals. Outside of politics, he has served as the president of Clinton Youth Football, been a board member and coach for Henry Swan Little League, and been a volunteer basketball coach in the parks and recreation basketball league. Professionally, Aniskovich is a mortgage broker at Security Financial Mortgage Group in Clinton, which he also owns.

Meanwhile, Lettieri is an elected member of the Clinton Planning and Zoning Commission, a member of the Water Pollution Control Commission, and a member of the Clinton Democratic Town Committee. At the state level, she was appointed to the Council on Environmental Quality, where she also serves on the Annual Report subcommittee. A Clinton native, Lettieri returned to Clinton in 2021 after a brief stint in Westbrook and following several years on the West Coast. Outside of politics, Lettieri is an elementary school teacher in Hamden and a volunteer with the Girl Scouts in Westbrook. The Harbor News caught up with Aniskovich and Lettieri to ask each why they wanted to run, what issues they would address if elected, and where voters can learn more about them. b

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$500,000 Congressional Directed Spending grant for Clinton’s downtown wastewater planning project and her work on Clinton’s Plan of Conservation and Development subcommittee. “I may not officially be in Hartford yet, but that has never stopped me from showing up and advocating. I’ve testified on issues ranging from a bell-to-bell cellphone ban in schools to Medicaid access, childcare tax credits, caregiver compensation for spouses caring for loved ones, and improving support for teachers and public education,” Lettieri said. Aniskovich: Aniskovich said he was driven to run for a third term in order to continue the work he has had a hand in over the last four years, including increasing education funding and preserving local control for municipalities. “I’m proud to say I have put people before partisan politics,” Aniskovich said. “It’s been an honor to serve the people who live and work here. I am grateful for the trust of the voters.” Specifically, Aniskovich said he wants to address affordability in the state. “Both sides talk about it, but we need to get more done. It’s not something that affects just one part of life; it affects everything in this state. We all agree it’s a problem. No one side has all the answers. We need to sit down and see what we can do to fix it,” Aniskovich said.

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Dustin Huguenin: Giving Back at Home Continued from page 2 Dustin even jokes that his hobbies often blend into his work. “All my hobbies basically involve being outside too.” Dustin says he enjoys playing soccer, softball, paddleboarding, kayaking, and chess. Dustin’s journey to Clinton was not as straightforward as some other residents’. Born into a Navy family in Virginia, Dustin says he spent much of his youth moving back and forth from Virginia to other East Coast destinations. He spent middle school and high school in Ledyard, Connecticut, where he got his start volunteering for local parks and recreation programs. After living elsewhere in Connecticut, he says he was attracted to Clinton

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Historical Society Seeks Members The Westbrook Historical Society, 1196 Boston Post Road, is open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon, or by appointment. The society meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. New members and volunteers are welcome. For more information, email westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com.

Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services (OSYFS), 322 Main St., is offering free drug lock boxes to community members during regular office hours, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. OSYFS also has prevention pamphlets and informational materials available in the entrance lobby covering a variety of prevention-related topics. Community members may stop by the office to pick up materials and resources. For more information, contact OSYFS at 860-395-3190 or visit oldsaybrookct.gov.

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At the first referendum, voters approved the town budget by only 16 votes and overwhelmingly rejected the education budget by a 57% to 43% margin. A total of 1,501 voters (14% of eligible voters) turned out, roughly 500 more people than voted in 2025. Following the $500,000 reduction by the Town Council, the second referendum drew a similar level of turnout, but this time voters approved the budget by a 53% to 47% margin. 2026 marked the first time Clinton required multiple referendums to pass a budget since 2018, and turnout at both votes was significantly higher than in the last three years. Following the first referendum, town officials and some social media users pointed to the recent state-mandated, townwide revaluation as a likely factor in both turnout and the results. In some cases, the revaluation has led to substantial increases in assessed residential property values and property taxes. The new budget goes into effect July 1.

Old Saybrook Youth & Family Services Offers Junior Strings Program Old Saybrook Youth & Family Services will offer a Junior Strings summer session for students entering grades 3 and 4. The program will be held Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, and 28. Participants will perform with the Senior Strings on the Town Green on Wednesday, July 29, prior to the evening’s headlining performance. The program will focus on ukulele and guitar, with instruments and instruction provided. Enrollment is limited to 10 students for this pilot program. For more information or to register, visit www.osyfs.org.

Goodwill Seeks Donations Goodwill of Southern Connecticut is seeking donations of clothing and other items. Items most needed right now include clothing for men, women, and children, as well as linens and household items such as small kitchen appliances, glasses, and dishware. Donations are accepted at 369 East Main Street, Clinton. For more information, visit www.goodwillsne.org.

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issues citizens are concerned about. “It affects everything. For example, we need to do more to help small businesses. One thing I’ve learned from being on the Commerce Committee is what our small businesses are facing. People talk about electric rates; that plays into affordability. We need to build an economy that can keep businesses and keep people here,” he said. Beyond affordability, Aniskovich said he was keen to see more bipartisanship and “give and take,” as well as more of a focus on Connecticut-specific issues as opposed to national issues at the state level. “At a time when national politics all too often finds its way into our towns, I want to focus instead on the needs of our local residents and communities,” Aniskovich said in a press release. Speaking separately to The Harbor News, Aniskovich again said that national political issues should have “zero effect” on matters Connecticut legislators are weighing. Aniskovich noted that last year the state established an emergency fund in case of a loss of federal funding, a motion he supported. “However, a lot of things that make this state unaffordable for people unfortunately happen at the local level. People try to make these discussions political. But they don’t have to be. It affects everyone,” Aniskovich said.

Lettieri: Lettieri said if elected, she would like to address everyday challenges facing residents across the district. “As an educator, education policy will always be central to my work. That includes fixing Connecticut’s ECS funding formula so communities receive fair and sustainable support, strengthening our public schools, and creating affordable pathways to college and careers so young people can build their futures here in Connecticut without being buried in debt,” she said. Besides education, Lettieri also identified affordability and aging in place as issues she’d like to focus on. “Too many seniors and working families are struggling with housing costs, property taxes, and the rising cost of living. People who have spent their lives contributing to these communities should be able to remain here with dignity and security. That also means supporting caregivers and ensuring families can access the healthcare and Medicaid resources they need,” she said. Furthermore, Lettieri named “protecting human rights and ensuring human dignity and safety” as a priority, bWhere Can Voters Learn More About along with infrastructure improvements. “Infrastructure is also critical for the You and Follow Your Campaign? future of the shoreline. Whether it’s wastewater systems, environmental Aniskovich: resilience, transportation, or economic Facebook: State Representative Chris development projects, we need to make Aniskovich long-overdue investments that strengthen Website: Under construction at press our towns and support future growth. I’ve time, but check social media for updates already been doing this work locally, and I and links to other channels want to bring that same results-driven approach to Hartford.” Lettieri: Facebook: cinzialettierict Aniskovich: Instagram: cinzialettierict Aniskovich reiterated the need to focus Website: votelettieri.com on addressing affordability at the state Email: votelettieri@gmail.com level, a topic he says touches all aspects of

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Artists and craftspeople are invited to participate in the Essex Summer Arts Festival, scheduled for June 20 through June 21 on the Essex Green in Essex. The outdoor event features fine art and crafts displayed in the historic walkable town overlooking the Connecticut River. Essex is a popular tourist destination known for its restaurants, coffee shops, and marina, and the festival typically attracts strong visitor traffic. Space is limited and early reservations are encouraged. For more information or to reserve a spot, email barbara@spectrumartgallery.org.

The Lyme Art Association is accepting entries for its juried exhibition, Expanding Visions, which will be on view Friday, July 24 through Friday, Sept. 11 at the Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Paintings, drawings, hand-pulled prints, and sculpture in all media are eligible. Artists do not need to be Connecticut residents to participate, but entrants must be members of the Lyme Art Association. The exhibition celebrates the wide range of artistic styles explored by association members, from hyperrealism to abstract work. Entries are due at midnight on Friday, June 26. For more information, to view the prospectus, or to apply, visit lymeartassociation.org. For additional information, call 860-434-7802.

Estuary Thrift Shop Accepts Donations The Estuary’s Thrift Shop, now located at 889 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, accepts clothing and household items, including men’s and women’s clothes, shoes and accessories, housewares, and furniture. Proceeds benefit The Estuary’s programs and services, such as Meals on Wheels. Shop hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations can be made by appointment. For more information or to make a donation, call 860-3881611, ext. 219.

Donate Your Eyeglasses, Hearing Aids The Old Saybrook Lions Club collects used eyeglasses at the Town Hall (front entrance), 302 Main Street; Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Road; Offices of Elgart, Pinn, Gordon, and Elgart, Optometrists, 1156 Boston Post Road; LensCrafters, 761 Boston Post Road; John B. Hornby, M.D., 48 Main Street; Cartier Optical, Inc., 266 Main Street; and Kennedy & Perkins, 105 Elm Street. Used hearing aids are accepted at the Acton Public Library and at County Hearing and Balance, 900 Boston Post Road. For more information, call 860-434-2871.

LEGAL NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF THE GROVE BEACH IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION The full amount of taxes levied on the Grand List of October 1, 2025, is due and payable July 1, 2026. If these taxes are not paid before August 1, 2026, they will be subject to interest at the rate of 1½% per month. The minimum interest charge is $2.00. These taxes become delinquent on August 3, 2026. Tax payments are payable to the Grove Beach Improvement Association and should be sent to GBIA Tax Collector, PO Box 50, Clinton, CT 06413. CYNTHIA STULPIN, GBIA TAX COLLECTOR gbia.tax.collector@gmail.com

DECISION LEGAL NOTICE – TOWN OF WESTBROOK – ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS The Zoning Board of Appeals met on 27 May 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Multi-Media Room of the Teresa Mulvey Municipal Center, 866 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT. The following actions were taken: Appeal No. 2026-004 – Appeal of Joseph Murphy, owner; Thomas Wilcox, agent; Michael Ferrara, M. Ferrara Development, applicant. Property located at 34 Dolphin Avenue, further identified on Assessor’s Map 189, Parcel 89, HDR Zone, FPOD Zone, AE-12. Variances requested from Zoning Regulations Section 2.C.1.2.1 of 25’ required, 1.1’ requested to house (westerly); Section 2.C.1.2.2 of 10’ required, 7.8’ and 7.5’ requested to house (northerly); Section 2.C.1.2.2 of 10’ required, 7.9’ and 7.8’ requested to deck and landing (northerly); Section 2.C.1.2.3 of 35’ required, 7.4’ requested to deck landing and stairs (easterly); Section 2.C.1.2.3 of 35’ required, 10.9’ requested to deck (easterly); Section 2.C.1.2.3 of 35’ required, 22.9’ and 23.0’ requested to house (easterly); Section 2.C.1.2.3 of 35’ required, 23.9’ requested to porch (easterly); Section 2.C.1.3.1 of 25% maximum coverage allowed, 36.5% requested. Variances requested to tear down existing three-bedroom seasonal cottage and rebuild. CAM Required WITHDRAWN Appeal No. 2026-005 – Appeal of Richard and Elizabeth Derella, owners/applicants; Joe Wren, P.E., agent. Property located at 24 Pequot Road, further identified on Assessor’s Map 195, Parcel 25, HDR Zone, FPOD Zone, AE-12 LiMWA, Variances requested from Zoning Regulations Section 2.C.2.1 of 25’ required, 10.5’ requested to eave, 23.2’ requested to porch; Section 2.C.2.2 (east) of 10’ required, 8.5’ requested to eave, 9.4’ requested to deck steps, 9.5’ requested to porch; Section 2.C.2.2 (west) of 10’ required, 1.6’ requested to gutter, 2.6’ requested to house, 3.3’ requested to deck; Section 2.C.3.1 of 25% maximum coverage allowed, 29.8% requested. CAM Required GRANTED WITH STIPS. CAM APPROVED Dated at Westbrook, Connecticut this 27th day of May 2026 Bonnie Hall, Chairman

Enjoy a Cruise on RiverQuest or Onrust The Connecticut River Museum announces it has two vessels for cruises on the Connecticut River: Onrust, a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614, and RiverQuest, a tour boat that explores the river’s ecology, history, and wildlife. The boats leave from the docks at the museum, 67 Main Street, Essex, and are open for public and private cruises through October. For more information or to make a reservation, call 860-767-8289 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.

Free Electronics Recycling in Old Saybrook Residents may dispose of unwanted electronics, free of charge, at the Old Saybrook Transfer Station, 499 Middlesex Turnpike, on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Accepted materials include, but are not limited to, computers, laptops, printers, fax machines, monitors, TVs, cell phones, tablets, video games, game consoles, VCR/DVD machines, remotes, keyboards, computer mice, modems, small appliances, and stereo equipment. Unaccepted materials include ballasts, propane tanks, and household hazardous waste. For more information, visit www.oldsaybrookct.org.

LEGAL NOTICE DISTRICT OF OTTER COVE TAX NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that I have received the Warrant to collect the taxes due for the District of Otter Cove on the Grand List of October 1, 2025. All persons named in the Grand List are hereby notified and liable to pay the tax to The District; failure to receive a tax bill does not invalidate the tax or interest if paid late. Contact the Tax Collector if a bill is not received. Taxes are due and payable by mail service July 1, 2026. Any questions concerning these taxes should be addressed to the Tax Collector, P.O. Box 393, Old Saybrook, CT 06475. If payment is not made within one month of the due date, the installment due will become delinquent and subject to interest at the rate of one and one half percent per month or eighteen (18) percent per annum from the installment due date. Minimum interest charge is $2.00 per installment. Ian T. Marchaj Tax Collector Dated at Old Saybrook, Connecticut this 19st Day of May, 2026

Town of Clinton Planning & Zoning Commission 54 East Main Street Clinton, CT 06413 Legal Notice of Public Hearing Town of Clinton in the Town Hall Green Room The Town of Clinton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Special Meeting and Public Hearing on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: PZC-26-13: Planning and Zoning Commission sponsored Text Amendment to the Clinton Zoning Regulations for Sections 3, 10, 12.3, 23 and 27.2 and addition of new Section 37 “Middle Housing” to comply with the requirements and restrictions of Public Act 25-1. PZC-26-14: Planning and Zoning Commission sponsored Zoning Map Amendment and associated Zoning Regulations Text Amendments to Sections 21 and 33 and the addition of new Section 24 “Parking Management District” and 33.12 “Parking Needs Assessment” to comply with the parking related requirements and restrictions of Public Act 25-1. At said Hearing, all persons will have the right to be heard. The application(s) and correspondence are available for public inspection on the Town’s website. Anyone requiring special accommodation to participate in the public meeting should contact the Land Use Office at 860-669-6133. Michael Rossi, Chairman, Town of Clinton Planning and Zoning Commission.

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Cuddly Bubbles Story by Carol Andrecs

Bubbles, a handsome 1-year-old gray tabby, was rescued on the property of a shoreline home with his two siblings. No mom was found, and the kittens were scavenging for food until a caring person started to feed and a friend called Forgotten Felines to rescue the babies. Bubbles’ siblings were adopted together as a pair, leaving him alone as he patiently waits for his own home. He is a quiet, sweet, snuggly cat who can be picked up and held like a baby. Bubbles would love a feline playmate, as he is always snuggling up with the other cats in his room. Can you give this precious boy a loving home? Come meet Bubbles at our open house or apply to adopt him online at www.forgotten felinesct.org. Find Your Match at Forgotten Felines: Forgotten Felines holds an open house every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary. Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedPhoto by Tracye Mueller icated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facil- much appreciated. Call the volunteer line ity clean and organized. If you can donate at 860-669-1347 or send an email to your time, it will be very rewarding and volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org.

Free Health Screenings at The Estuary The Estuary offers free cholesterol, diabetes (no fasting required), and blood pressure screenings for people aged 50 and over. The screenings take place on Fridays at The Estuary Center, 220 Main Street, Old Saybrook, and are conducted by Tina Belmont, R.N. Appointments are required. For more information or to make an appointment, call 860-388-1611, ext. 202.

PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE WESTBROOK ZONING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that the Westbrook Zoning Commission will hold Public Hearings on Monday June 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Multi-Media Room of the Mulvey Municipal Building, 866 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook, CT and by hybrid teleconference Zoom meeting to consider the following applications: 1. ZC2026-008 – Special Permit – 1163 Boston Post Road – Electronic Message Sign for Emergency Services in Commercial Town Center (CTC) District Applicant: Town of Westbrook Emergency Services, c/o J. Palermo 2. ZC2026-009 - Special Permit – 688 Boston Post Road – Change of Use Retail to Wellness/Fitness Applicant: KC Health and Wellness LLC , c/o W. Hardy 3. ZC2026 – 010 – Special Permit – 314 Boston Post Road Vendor Cart Shoreline Hot Dogs – Dick’s Marina Applicant: Stephen Lepak, Property Owner: Tim Swain Applications are available for review at the Town of Westbrook Land Use Office and are accessible from the documents link that will be posted in the meeting agenda. Zoom link will be available on the agenda. Dated: 6/3/2026 Harry Ruppenicker, Jr. – Zoning Commission Chairman

LEGAL NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF THE CLINTON BEACH ASSOCIATION The full amount of taxes levied on the Grand List of October 1, 2025, is due and payable July 1, 2026. These taxes become delinquent August 3, 2026 and if not paid before then, they will be subject to interest at the rate of 1½% per month. The minimum interest charge is $2.00. Tax payments are payable to the Clinton Beach Association and should be mailed to: CBA Tax Collector, PO Box 9039, Warwick, RI 02889. CYNTHIA STULPIN, CBA TAX COLLECTOR CBA_Tax_Collector@verizon.net

Town of Clinton ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Andrews Memorial Town Hall 54 East Main Street Clinton, CT 06413 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Wednesday June 17, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., in the Rose Room of the William Stanton Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 East Main Street, Clinton, Connecticut, to consider the following: ZBA-26-5: 3 West Road, Assessor’s Map 69/ Block 66/ Lot 38, R10 Zone. David Smalley (Applicant), Paul O’Donnell (Owner) After-the-fact variances to Section 26.11.14 for ground coverage, and Section 26.11.8 for north side setback At said Hearing, all persons will have the right to be heard and written communication received. The application(s) and accompanying maps and correspondence are available for public inspection on the Town’s Website www.clintonct.org. Anyone requiring special accommodation to participate in the public meeting should contact the Land Use Office at 860-669-6133. Laurie Jaffe, Chair, Town of Clinton ZBA.

Legal Notice of Decision Town of Clinton – Inland Wetlands Commission The Town of Clinton Inland Wetlands Commission held its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in the Green Room of the William Stanton Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 East Main Street, Clinton, Connecticut and rendered the following decisions: C-25-67 for 17 Pepperbush Drive, Accessors Map 18/ Block 2/ Lot 15-26, R80 Zone. Show Cause Hearing for Maria Zandonella (owner), for work done 0 to 50’ of Inland Wetlands or a Watercourse, pertaining to the cutting, clearing, grading, and deposition of material without Inland Wetlands Permitting. Revised Ceaseand-Desist Order C-26-1 and V-26-6 for 32 Old Nod Road, Assessor’s Map 20/ Block 6/ Lot 57, Zone R-60. Robert Godsey, Brianna Muscio (Owner). To provide the property owners of 32 Old Nod Road, Clinton with the opportunity to be heard by the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission and to show cause why the Cease-and-Desist Order issued by the Inland Wetlands Enforcement Officer/Duly Authorized Agent, dated March 31, 2026, should not remain in effect. Revised Cease-and-Desist Order IWC-26-1 for 224 East Main Street, Assessor’s Map 78/ Block 70/ Lot 159A, Zone B-4. Seamus Moran (Applicant), ALICE LLC (Owner). Application for Regulated Activity within 0 to 50’ of Inland Wetlands or a Watercourse. Proposed activity and use of site is to demolish all existing improvements and construct a new 20,664 square-foot supermarket with a paved parking lot, utility connections, stormwater management improvements, and landscaping enhancements. Approved with Conditions IWC-26-3 for 244 Cow Hill Road, Assessor’s Map 10/ Block 21/ Lot 42, Zone R80. Kenny Rodriguez (Applicant), Erickson Investments LLC (Owner). Application for Regulated Activity within 0 to 50’ of Inland Wetlands or a Watercourse. After the fact installation of a septic system within 0-50 ft without Inland Wetlands permit. Approved with Conditions IWC-26-4 for 7 Baxter Road - Accessors Map 14 / Block 4/ Lot 74, R30 Zone. Benjamin Foley (Applicant/ Owner). Application for Regulated Activity within 0 to 50’ of Inland Wetlands or a Watercourse. Improvements within previously disturbed upland areas on the property. Approved with Conditions A full record of this decision is available on the Town’s Website. Any party aggrieved by this decision may appeal to the Superior Court, Middlesex County, within 15 days of publication of this notice. Dated at Clinton, Connecticut this 4th day of June 2026. Scott Harley, Chairman

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Rams Looking Ahead After Another Successful Season By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The Old Saybrook boys lacrosse team saw its season come to an end June 3 with a loss to a talented Sheehan squad in the second round of the Class S State Tournament. The Rams finished 11-5, reaching the Shoreline Conference semifinals and qualifying for the state tournament for the fourth consecutive season. Three Rams earned Shoreline All-Conference recognition this spring. Defensive midfielder Grey Richards received first-team honors, defenseman Julian Gage was named to the second team, and goalie Charlie Dee earned honorable mention recognition. Old Saybrook’s coaching staff also received conference recognition, with head coach Jon Mason being named Shoreline Conference Coach of the Year. Mason said that despite the early postseason exit, the future remains bright for the Rams. “I am excited for the future of Saybrook Lacrosse,” Mason said. “We’ve got a strong foundation, smart young men, and best of all — they are all the nicest kids. We’ve built something special in Old Saybrook.” Mason credits the senior class

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Old Saybrook freshman Tate Clark works through the North Branford defense during the 2026 season. Clark is expected to be a key returning contributor for the Rams next year.

Old Saybrook freshman Landon Roberts fires a shot during the Rams' season against North Branford. Roberts was one of several freshmen who earned meaningful varsity minutes this spring.

for much of the positive momentum surrounding the program. He said the group played a major role in the team’s success this season. The Rams will graduate seven seniors, including captains Grey Richards, Julian Gage and Jaimison LeMire, as well as Charlie Dee, Finn Speed, Ethan Terribile and Kevin Susi. “Our graduating seniors have had a big stake in shaping how we play, how we react, and how we win and lose together,” Mason

Thankfully, they have each set the example, held our standard and taught our underclassmen exactly how to perform their roles. They’ve left Saybrook Lacrosse in a much better spot than when they found it.” Despite losing seven seniors, Old Saybrook will return 14 freshmen next season. The hope is that another year of experience will help the group continue to improve and compete at a high level. Several freshmen already con-

said. “It’s a very special group, and I am the luckiest coach to get to be around them.” The Shoreline Conference Coach of the Year said replacing the leadership and production of the senior class will not be easy, but he is excited about the potential of the underclassmen. He said he is already looking forward to building on this season’s success. “I can’t wait for next season,” Mason said. “It will be tough to fill these seniors’ shoes next season.

tributed meaningful minutes this season and played important roles in the team’s success. Mason and the coaching staff will now focus on helping that group continue to develop into varsity contributors. “Many of the freshmen helped us this year in a big way,” Mason said. “Landon Roberts, Tate Clark and Sawyer Gilson saw meaningful varsity minutes and really pushed the team forward. I’ll look to them to continue to lead by example.”

Rockies Roll to League-High 311 Points By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Now that the “unofficial” start of summer is here, the Deep River Horseshoe League has traded last week’s weather for sunshine and a strong breeze. The warmer temperatures brought out more players in shorts and T-shirts, although as sunset approached, some competitors were once again reaching for sweaters and fleeces. Scoring remained on par with last week, with only 22 double-digit games recorded. Three teams posted 5-1 victories this

week: the Rockies, whose entire lineup recorded season-best series and scored a league-high 311 points in a win over the Red Sox; the Braves, who defeated the Rangers; and the Reds, who topped the Yankees. The Cubs continued their climb up the standings with a 4-1/2 to 1-1/2 victory over the Dodgers. The Pirates snapped the Mets’ streak of four consecutive split matches with a 4-2 win, while the White Sox maintained their hold on first place with a 3-1/2 to 2-1/2 victory over the Marlins.

Bill Beckwith was glad to move from Court 7 to Court 2 this week as his Red Sox squared off against Sue Pollard’s Rockies. Matt Mule subbed for the Red Sox’s Jim Weselcouch. In game one, Rockies player Anthony Malerba was the top scorer in the opening victory, but Beckwith found his rhythm in game two as he and Paul Stevens combined for 65 points in what would be the Red Sox’s lone win of the night. The Rockies captured the next four games, three by double digits. Pollard

posted her season-best series, edging Beckwith 106-104. Warren Bellows led the Rockies with a season-best 109-point series, while Malerba’s season-best 96point series was the top C Division score. He now owns the highest scoring average in the division. Last year, Rangers player Peter Furmonavicius teamed with Braves standout Frank Rausch to form the league’s topscoring duo, averaging 227 points per See Rockies Roll page 16

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Rockies Roll to League-High 311 Points Continued from page 15 week. This week, they found themselves on opposite sides of the court. Rausch matched the Rangers’ score in game one, allowing Gary Haney’s points to push the Braves to victory. Rausch edged Furmonavicius 32-31 in game two, but John Durinick’s 29 points gave the Rangers the win. The Braves used nine handicap points to take game three before winning the final three games as well. The Braves moved into fourth place. Rausch’s 137-point series was the third-highest A Division score of the week. This season, Mike Beckwith has teamed with Rausch, and the pair ranks second among league scoring duos at 240 points per week. Dennis Allen’s Yankees entered the week in second place and fresh off an upset victory over Rausch’s Braves before facing Chip Goodrich’s Reds. In game one, Andy Konefal delivered a season-best 18 points and teamed with Goodrich for a double-digit victory. The head-tohead matchup between Reds player Joe Heery and Yankees player Vinny Jonynas proved to be the highlight of the evening. Jonynas outscored Heery 32-22 in game two. The two players each scored 30 points in game three, but Konefal’s score gave the Reds their second victory. Goodrich’s lone double of the match came in the 10th box of game four and proved enough to seal another Reds win. Heery and Jonynas resumed their battle in the final two games. The Reds earned their fourth win thanks to back-to-back doubles by Heery in the final two boxes of game five, where he edged Jonynas 38-33. Heery then won the scoring duel 32-22 in game six. The 5-1 loss dropped the Yankees from second place to eighth. Heery’s 122 points and Jonynas’ 117 points were the top two B Division scores of the week. Heery now owns the division’s top scoring average. Both players recorded only one open box all night.

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Anthony Malerba of the Rockies is instrumental in the Rockies 5-1 win over the Red Sox after season best series.

Another anticipated scoring showdown emerged as Kris Toohey’s Cards took on Mike Zanelli Sr.’s Giants. Zanelli outscored Toohey 43-39 in game one and followed with a 33-31 edge in game two. Despite that, the Cards overcame a seven-point handicap as Todd Nuhn and Toohey each tossed a four in the final box to secure a one-point victory. Giants youngsters Adam Fortier and Matt Valentin matched scores of 20 points in game three to lead a four-point win. Fortier also powered the Giants to victory in game four while Toohey edged Zanelli 30-27. After four games, Zanelli held a narrow 103-100 advantage in their individual matchup. Toohey erupted for a seasonbest 47 points in game five. Combined with Nuhn’s 30 points, the Cards produced a scratch-game high of 77 points and the win. The Giants captured the final game and the overall match. The victory moved the Giants into second place. Toohey’s 147-

point series led the A Division, while Zanelli’s 131-point series was a season best. Nuhn’s 117 points ranked third in the B Division, and Fortier’s 78-point series was second-best in the C Division. Toohey and Nuhn remain the league’s highest-scoring duo at 241 points per week. The team making the biggest move up the standings continues to be Bob Cifaldi’s Cubs. Facing Jeremy Davis’ Dodgers, Cifaldi scored 35 and 30 points to lead the Cubs to wins in the first two games. The Dodgers led by two points in game three, but the Cubs scored two in the final box while the Dodgers opened, resulting in a tie. Davis outdueled Cifaldi 42-36 in game four for a double-digit win. Cifaldi responded with another 38 points in game five for the Cubs’ third victory. In the final game, Scott Allen Jr.’s 29 points overcame a seven-point handicap and secured the Cubs’ fourth win. The Cubs’ 4-1/2 to 1-1/2 victory continued a remarkable climb.

Since Week 1, they have risen from 14th place to third in the standings. Cifaldi’s season-best 139-point series ranked second in the A Division. In the annual brothers-in-law matchup, the Mets’ Mark Goodale hoped his team’s streak of four consecutive splits would finally end in victory, while the Pirates’ Skip Robinson looked to halt his team’s roller-coaster ride through the standings. The teams split the first two games, and Robinson won his first two head-to-head matchups with Goodale. When the Pirates captured the next two games, the best the Mets could hope for was another split. Goodale edged Robinson in game five to keep those hopes alive, but Brian Walsh delivered a clean game in the finale, scoring on 20 of his 24 shoes to lead the Pirates to a double-digit victory and end the Mets’ streak. “We were shooting blanks,” Robinson said. Brady Miller’s White Sox strengthened their hold on first place by winning the first two games against John Hutra’s Marlins. Game one was tied after 12 boxes, but the White Sox used the handicap for a one-point victory. They overcame a six-point handicap to win game two by three points. The Marlins earned a tie in game three and nearly stole game four before falling three points short. With 3-1/2 wins already secured, first place appeared safe. The Marlins won game five by 14 points and used the handicap again to capture game six, but the White Sox still earned the overall victory and maintained their lead atop the standings. The night’s only match without

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a double-digit win featured John Sciacca’s D’backs and Tony Cutone’s Angels. Four of the six games carried a one-point handicap, while the other two featured a two-point handicap. The D’backs won game one by four points and game two by a single point. The Angels answered by taking the next three games behind strong efforts from Ed Turner and Cutone. Game six came down to the final box. The D’backs outscored the Angels 6-0 to secure a twopoint victory and a split. The Angels have now recorded three consecutive split matches. One bright spot for the D’backs was John O’Brien’s season-best 76point series. Mike Zanelli Jr. hoped his Orioles would continue the momentum from last week’s success, while Sheryl Serviss looked to help the Tigers bounce back from a loss. For the first time this season, Serviss scored more than 30 points in each of the first two games. Her 33 points, combined with Dennis Goodrich’s 24 points, produced a runaway win in game one. Her 31 points in game two helped the Tigers to another victory after the Orioles tied the game in the final box only to see the Tigers prevail on handicap. The Orioles responded. Andy Turshen’s 20 points delivered their first win, and Zanelli Jr. single-handedly outscored the Tigers to even the match. The Tigers regained the lead with an easy win in game five, but Orioles player Ted Dubay saved his best for last. His clean game and 27 points secured the finale and a split. Serviss finished the night with a season-best 109-point series.

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Day two, in Glacier Bay National Park, early risers viewed Margerie Glacier, a famous 21-mile-long tidewater glacier. We headed to our morning playground, Lamplugh Glacier, where the OPS choices included guided glacier paddling, a ridge hike, a moraine walk, and skiff rides. Tough decision, but we opted to kayak and photograph Lamplugh. The ridge hike was tempting, but hip-deep snow tipped the scale. There was considerable enthusiasm for the noon Polar Plunge. We passed after our expedition leader refused to reveal the water temperature, saying it usually scares people away. Chili was appropriately served for lunch, where it was announced the water temperature was 32 degrees. The afternoon was spent viewing five more glaciers, touring the engine room, and attending a bear presentation. We headed to South Marble Island by evening. En route, we saw three brown bears along the shore, mountain goats, a humpback whale, and hundreds of sea lions and otters. Day three brought us to Pavlof Harbor on Chichagof Island, where we could choose two OPS from five options: bushwhacking, eco-walk, open paddle, skiff tour, and — believe it or not — snorkeling. Another tough decision, but bushwhacking and kayaking won. Chichagof sits within the northern region of Tongass National Forest and is renowned for having one of the highest concentrations of brown bears and one of the world’s largest concentrations of bald eagles. Covering roughly 16.7 million acres, Tongass is the largest national forest in the United States. We were given nearly three hours to paddle, but there were a few safety rules because the area is notorious for bears. These included staying 3.5 kayak lengths from shore and definitely not stepping onto land to pee. Fortunately, we didn’t get the “typical Alaskan weather” predicted in the forecast. Instead, we

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had sunny skies and calm waters. The highlight was something we heard before we saw it — two spouting humpbacks. Seeing whales while kayaking was something I had dreamed about but never imagined I’d be lucky enough to experience. The afternoon OPS took us bushwhacking deep into bear territory with an expedition guide. We didn’t see bears, but we did see fresh tracks. Our guide, like each of the six guides aboard, was passionate, knowledgeable, and

light rain while hoping for more bears. What surprised me most was how perfectly still the water was — yet this was the Pacific Ocean. From the landscape to the calmness, you would have thought we were paddling on a lake. While we didn’t see bears, we did spot otters, eagles, harlequin ducks, loons, and marbled murrelets. The afternoon bushwhack on Chichagof was an incredible immersive experience. Tough?

entertaining. They were highly competent but also earthycrunchy in the best possible way. We walked away knowing more about everything from lichen to bear digestive habits. We headed south, sailing from dinnertime until 10 p.m. to watch for wildlife, anchored for four hours, then sailed again the next morning to maximize wildlife viewing. On the fourth day, stopping at Corner Bay on Chichagof Island, we did a slow guided paddle in

Yes. Educational? Yes. Dirty? Absolutely. Slow? Definitely. We didn’t travel far in three hours. As the saying goes, you don’t measure bushwhacking in miles per hour, but rather in hours per mile. We didn’t have a bear encounter, but twice we saw extremely fresh bear “evidence.” We pulled anchor at dinner and sailed until 10 p.m., “critter cruising,” as the captain called it. See Postcards page 25

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Creative Crafts with Jesse: Father’s Day Cards: 2 to 3:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Participants will create 3 cards using die cuts, embossing folders, ink blending, and stamps. All materials provided. For ages 18 and older. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Library Teen Advisory Board: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Students in grades 7 to 12 can help shape library programs and services for teens while earning community service hours. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Portrait Drawing of U.S. Revolutionary Heroes: 6 to 8 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Participants will create pencil portraits of figures from the American Revolution, including George Washington, Abigail Adams, and the Marquis de Lafayette. Presented by Patty Meglio. Materials provided. For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Violin Recital with Ilana Zaks: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Lauren Bernofsky, Ellen Taaffe Zwilich, and other violinist-composers. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. Free. For info Adult Qigong Workshop: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit Ave. Presented by certified instructor Sharon Didato. Fea- events.blackstonelibrary.org. Pat’s Picks Movie Club: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Atwater tures a Qigong session with gentle movement and Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. breathing exercises designed to promote relaxation and Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Screening of a 2016 musical film starring Emma Stone, well-being. For info or to register (required), call 860-767- Dinniman: 7 p.m. Virtual program hosted by Essex Ryan Gosling, and Rosemarie DeWitt. For info, including 1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Library. Features a talk with author Matt Dinniman on his the movie title, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranDungeon Crawler Carl series and latest book, A Parade of ford.librarycalendar.com. Father’s Day Surprise: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, Horribles. For info or to register (required), call 860-767301 Rte. 81. Children will learn a poem and song and cre- 1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Pick Your Project Glass Class: 2 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 ate a Father’s Day gift. Materials provided. Suitable for Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project such as ages 3 and up. For info or to register (required), call 860- Virtual Author Talk with Matt Dinniman: 7 p.m. On a suncatcher, garden art piece, jewelry, dish, or decora663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. screen at Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., tive item. No experience necessary. For info or to register, Clinton, and online. Book: A Parade of Horribles. For info email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireor to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchliglass.com. brary.org. See page 26

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had worked so well, we chose paddling and the tougher hike once again. Next week: “Yak and whack,” rainbow skies, and why UnCruise may be Alaska’s best-kept secret. Susan Cornell, owner of Moppet Magic Publishing and Public Relations, is an independently contracted photographer, marketing and public relations consultant, and writer specializing in business, boating, home and garden, and travel. She handles public relations for several art galleries and is the author of the children’s book “Essex Ed’s Groundhog Day Parade.” In her free time, she hikes, kayaks, serves on the advisory board for the Connecticut Sea Music Festival, and is a steward for the Essex Land Trust. Susan has two grown children and lives in Essex with her Photos by Bob and Susan Cornell husband and rescue puggle.

We anchored again until 5 a.m. and resumed critter cruising before dropping anchor at Hanus Bay on Baranof Island, still within Tongass National Forest. With sunset so late in Alaska and sunrise so early, the captain tended to sail during darkness so we wouldn’t miss anything. We headed to Lake Eva on Baranof Island, a remote wilderness destination 27 miles northeast of Sitka known for excellent salmon fishing, the Lake Eva Trail, and frequent brown bear activity. Again, we could choose two OPS. The hiking options ranged from easy to moderate to a hybrid tough hike-bushwhack. There also were guided kayaking trips and skiff tours. Since the kayak-and-hike combination A humpback whale dives beneath calm waters in Southeast Alaska.

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Goodspeed, Ivoryton, Legacy, and Yale Rep Among Local Theaters Nominated for CT Critics Circle Awards By Karen Isaacs Columnist

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Nominations for the CT Critics Circle Awards: This group of Connecticut critics, of which I am a member, announced its nominees for its 34th annual awards ceremony on Monday, June 22, at Hartford Stage. Two Goodspeed musicals, A Chorus Line and All Shook Up, garnered the most nominations — eight each — while the Hartford Stage production of Rope received the most nominations (seven) in the play categories. Ivoryton Playhouse received six nominations, Legacy Theatre two, and Yale Rep received 13 nominations split between Rhinoceros and Hedda Gabler. Rob Ruggiero, artistic director of TheaterWorks, was nominated as outstanding director in both the musical category (A Chorus Line at Goodspeed) and the play category (The Counter at TheaterWorks). The world premiere Circus Fire received eight nominations. Opening the Season: Swingtime Canteen is opening the season at the Sharon (CT) Playhouse. It’s about a Hollywood

star who entertains the troops overseas during World War II with her all-girl musical group. Expect lots of wartime-era songs — “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “I Don’t Want to Walk Without You,” “Sentimental Journey,” and others. Plus, some humor and romance. It runs from Friday, June 19, through Sunday, July 5. For tickets, visit SharonPlayhouse.org. Next Fall at the Yale Rep: August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom had its world premiere at the Rep in 1984; next October it will return to the Rep stage, from Oct. 2-24. Then comes the Soho Rep production of Watch Me Walk Nov. 14-Dec. 5. In 2027, the world premiere of Electra America, an adaptation of the Greek tragedy Electra, plays from Jan. 14 to Feb. 6, followed by a new adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull from March 5-27. The season ends with another world premiere — Quisqueya on the Hudson from April 23 to May 15. YaleRep.org has information on the season and ticket options. Two World Premieres: Westport

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Country Playhouse’s 2026-27 season features two world premiere productions: Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley from Oct. 20 to Nov. 7, and The Pancake Club, starring Judith Ivey, from April 20 to May 8. The Playhouse will bring back the Christmas show, A Sherlock Carol, from Dec. 12 to 20. It will also produce The Legend of Georgia McBride (July 13-31, 2027), as well as shorter runs for The Goldsmith (May 1922) and Murder for Two (March 4-7). For information on the season and subscriptions, visit WestportPlayhouse.org. Two Concerts: Madison Lyric Stage, which will perform at the Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society in Madison, kicks off its Summer Festival with two concerts: Barry & Bette — which is a tribute to Barry Manilow and Bette Midler — and later Outcasts & Innocents, a celebration of the musical world of Benjamin Britten and tenor Peter Pears. Barry & Bette is on Saturday, June 27, and Outcasts & Innocents is on Friday, July 10, and Sunday, July 12. Tickets are available at MadisonLyricStage.org. NYC Good News: Producers and backers can celebrate several shows that have recouped their costs, including Every Brilliant Thing, the musical Just in Time, Giant, and the touring productions of Suffs and The Outsiders.

FRIDAY, JUNE 12 THROUGH SUNDAY, JUNE 14

Disney’s Descendants the Musical: Friday, 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2:30 and 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Shoreline Brighton Beach Memoirs: 7:30 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Fri- Theater Academy, 61 E. Main St., Clinton. Presented by day; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday; and 2 p.m. Sunday. The Shoreline Theater Academy Kidz Konnection (STAKK). Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Outdoor performances on the academy lawn. Attendees Saybrook. Presented by Saybrook Stage Company. Com- are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picedy by Neil Simon following teenager Eugene Jerome as nics. Cost: $15. For info or tickets, contact 860-227-2363 he navigates family life during the Great Depression. or shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com, or visit Tickets: $32 adults; $20 students 18 and under. For info etix.com/ticket/o/9175/kidzkonnection. or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 12 THROUGH MONDAY, JUNE 15 Movie Matinee at Essex Library: 1 p.m. Essex Library, 33 FRIDAY, JUNE 12

Fifth Annual Connecticut Sea Music Festival: Friday, West Ave. Features a movie screening in the Buel Room. For movie title and information, call 860-767-1560 or visit 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Monday, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Downtown youressexlibrary.org. Essex. Features a Symposium on the Music of the Sea, free daytime workshops and concerts by local and regional maritime performers, a family stage, demonstrations of sailor skills and Irish currach rowing, a Revolutionary War reenactment and fife and drum parade hon-

NYC Closings: Several shows, including some surprises, will soon bring down the final curtain. Chess will close June 21, the final performance for Lea Michele. Despite five Tony nominations — though not for best revival — the box office has not been strong. It’s a show with a loyal fan base but did not draw non-fans. Beaches, which received weak reviews, closed on May 24. Many theater people thought the limited Broadway engagement was only to allow the show to advertise its tour as “direct from Broadway.” It was only scheduled to run until early September. Many were surprised that the musical Death Becomes Her will close on June 28. The show opened in 2024. What’s Playing in Connecticut: Sweeney Todd at Hartford Stage (a co-production with TheaterWorks) to July 5; Swingtime Canteen at Sharon (CT) Playhouse to July 5; Crazy for You at Goodspeed from June 19; and 1776 at Ivoryton from June 25. Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident. To check out her reviews for New York and Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word press.com. She’s a member of the Connecticut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Circle, Connecticut Theatre Women’s Network, and the American Theatre Critics Association.

oring America’s Semi-Quincentennial celebration, a hymn sing, and late night pub sings. Evening concerts at the Connecticut River Museum are ticketed events. For info, contact Deirdre Murtha at 203-219-9155 or contact@ctseamusicfest.org, or visit ctseamusicfest.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 13 Tag, Plant and Bake Sale: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lutheran Church of Madison, 9 Britton Ln. Rain or shine. Features homemade baked goods, household items, kitchenware, linens, home decorations, jewelry, plants, decorative pots, books, and other items. Hosted by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary Guild to benefit mission projects. For info, call 203-245-4145. St. Mary’s Spring Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Mary’s of the Visitation, 54 Grove St., Clinton. Features a raffle, bake sale, vendors, food to go, and children’s activities, including bracelet making and face painting. Vendor tables available. For info on vendor tables, call 860-669-8512; for general info, contact Mary Jo Iandoli at 860-388-8110. See page 27

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Shoreline-Inspired Works Featured in Masback Exhibition Press Release from Dennis Masback

Branford artist Dennis Masback will exhibit a collection of recent paintings at the Keyes Gallery in the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library from June 12 through July 6. The exhibition features paintings inspired by close observation of people, places and everyday subjects, with many works depicting scenes along the Connecticut shoreline. Beachgoers, figures at rest and coastal landscapes are recurring themes throughout the collection. Masback earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in fine arts from Washington University in St. Louis. In 1991, he received a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts. His work has been featured in Artforum and reviewed by The New York Times, Artforum, and ARTnews. He taught painting and drawing at Pratt Institute beginning in 1993 and retired as an adjunct professor of fine arts in 2018.

Masback lives and works in Branford. The Keyes Gallery is located inside the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Road, Branford.

Studio Wall, 24"x40", Acrylic on Canvas, 2024

Saturday Afternoon, 24"x40", Acrylic on Canvas, 2025

Black Polka Dot Bikini, 24"x30", Acrylic on Canvas, 2025

Waiting, 11"x14", Acrylic on Board, 2025

In a Ditch, 16"x20", Acrylic on Board, 2025

Saturday Sleuths Book Club: 10 to 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Boat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to Book: She Didn't See it Coming by Shari Lapena. Snacks 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar will be provided. For info or to register (required), call Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLA- 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com. approved boating safety course covering boating laws, navigation, safety equipment, trailering, and emergency Essex Garden Club Garden Tour: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tour procedures. Cost: $65 prepaid by Thursday before class; of eight private gardens in Centerbrook and Ivoryton fea$70 day of class; $75 walk-in, space permitting. For info turing roses, woodland gardens, water features, or to register, contact Mark Bennett at 860-304-2696 or vegetable gardens, and outdoor living spaces. Tickets: m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net. $35 in advance; $40 day of tour. Rain or shine. No pets. Ticket pickup at the Ivoryton Gazebo across from IvoryReady to Read!: 9:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. ton Library. For info or tickets, visit essexgardenclub.org. Story time for children age 5 and under, siblings welcome. Features stories and activities promoting early lit- World Wide Knit in Public Day: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. eracy skills following the Connecticut Ready to Read with Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old SaySparkler curriculum. Free and open to the public. No reg- brook. Drop-in knitting and crocheting event on the istration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit library patio with refreshments. Participants may bring youressexlibrary.org. projects or use library supplies. Free and open to all. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Continued from page 26

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Bicentennial and Flag Day Commemoration: 11 a.m. Madison Center for History and Culture at Lee’s Academy, 14 Meeting House Ln., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society and Madison 200 Town Steering Committee. Features patriotic music by the Scranton Strummers, a Presentation of Colors, ceremonial flag raising, readings, remarks by local and state officials, and exhibits of Revolutionary War artifacts and historic flags. Free and open to the public. For info, visit madisonct.org. Reading Dragons Tournament: 11 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Trading card game tournament for children ages 5 to 12. Participants will compete in tournamentstyle games, with cards available to borrow if needed. Prize cards for all participants and prize packs for top winners. Free and open to the public. No registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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Blackstone Book Sale to Move This Fall Press Release from the Friends of the James Blackstone Memorial Library

The Friends of James Blackstone Memorial Library will hold their annual fall book sale at a new location this year because of the Main Street Reconstruction Project. Traditionally held on the Branford Green, the sale will take place Sept. 17-20 in the upper parking lot of the Branford Train Station, 39 Maple St. The sale opens with a Friends membersonly preview from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. It will then open to the public from 7 to 9 p.m. that evening. Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Shoppers will find more than 50,000 books and media items, including fiction, biography, history, literature, poetry, children’s books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records. A $10 fill-a-bag promotion will be offered Sunday, with bags provided. The annual sale is the Friends organization’s largest fundraiser. Proceeds support programs, materials and services at James Blackstone Memorial Library, including museum passes, digital subPhoto courtesy of the Friends of the James Blackstone Memorial Library scriptions, book purchases and community programming. Members of the Friends of James Blackstone Memorial Library gather at the Branford Train Station, the new location for the organization's For more information, visit blackstone annual fall book sale. The sale, traditionally held on the Branford Green, will take place Sept. 17-20 at the train station because of the Main library.org/friends. Street Reconstruction Project. Continued from page 27 Plant Sale: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hyland House Museum, 84 Boston St., Guilford. Hosted by the Leete’s Island Garden Club in celebration of Connecticut Open House Day and National Garden Week. Features member-grown perennials, annuals, and other plants. Docent-led museum tours available. Proceeds benefit town beautification projects and educational programs. Rain date June 14. For info, call 203-453-0780. Connecticut Sea Music Festival at Pratt House: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pratt House, 19 West Ave., Essex. Presented in partnership with the Essex Historical Society. Fourth annual festival celebrating maritime history through sea songs, storytelling, and demonstrations. Parking available in the Pratt House back lot throughout the weekend. For info, visit essexhistory.org. Watercolor Painting for Patrons with Special Needs: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features a watercolor painting program for teens and adults with special needs. Supplies provided. For ages 16 to 99. Participants may attend with a parent, friend, or support staff member. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Blackstone Library Summer Reading Kickoff: 1 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features live music, crafts, face painting, lawn games, and free ice cream for all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library and Ashley’s Ice Cream. Free. No registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Live Oil Painting Demonstration with David Dunlop: 2 to 3 p.m. Susan Powell Fine Art, 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features a live outdoor oil painting demonstration in the gallery garden by artist David Dunlop. Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. RSVP requested. For info or to RSVP, contact 203-318-0616 or susanpowellfineart@gmail.com, or visit susanpowellfineart.com. Writing Workshop: 3 p.m. 74 College St., Old Saybrook. Features a writing workshop for aspiring authors with a slideshow presentation on writing strategies and techniques presented by Max Cameron. Cost: $5. For info or to RSVP, contact 860-388-9499 or maxtheauthor@outlook.com Live Owls: 3 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Presented by A Place Called Hope. Features live owls and information on wildlife rehabilitation and reducing conflicts with wildlife. Program held outdoors on the covered patio, weather permitting. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

SATURDAY, JUNE 13 AND SUNDAY, JUNE 14 Connecticut Sea Music Festival at Pratt House: 1 to 4 p.m. Pratt House, 19 West Ave., Essex. Features programming as part of the Connecticut Sea Music Festival and CT Open House Day, including Revolutionary War reenactors from the Fifth Connecticut Regiment. Free. For info, visit essexhistory.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 14 Opening Reception for Between Heaven and Earth: 11:45 a.m. Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church, Joffray Gallery, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. Features an opening reception for an exhibition of oil paintings by Margarita Maxson. Coffee and Mexican snacks will be served. Free and open to the public. For info, contact 860-434-1621 or office@saintannsoldlyme.org, or visit saintannsoldlyme.org. Strawberry Social: 1 to 4 p.m. Deep River Historical Society, 245 Main St. Features strawberries and refreshments, a silent auction, and a raffle drawing at 3 p.m. Cost: $10 for adults, $6 for children. For info, call 860-227-0576.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 16

Second Annual Chester Folk Fest (Formerly the Meeting House Music and Arts Fest): Noon to 5 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Features singers and songwriters from the local area and wider region playing on the Meeting House stage and crafters selling their wares on the Chester Town Green. Cost: $10 per person; $20 per family. For info, email chesterconnecticutfolkfest@gmail.com or chestercthistoricalsociety@gmail.com, or visit chesterhistoricalsociety.org.

Aphasia Presentation: 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, Lifelong Learning Room, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features a presentation on aphasia, a language disorder that can affect a person’s ability to speak, read, write, and understand language. Hosted by speech-language pathologist Shari Mayerson and aphasia advocates Laura Malis and Paula Gallagher. Sponsored by the National Aphasia Association Ambassadors. Free. For info, call 203-848-8187.

Celebrate the 100th Birthday of Chet Blomquist: 2 p.m. Shoreline Greenway Trail, Branford. Hosted by Shoreline Greenway Trail. Participants will walk to Ecology Park carrying flags in recognition of Flag Day and the 100th anniversary of the birth of trail advocate Chet Blomquist. A birthday celebration with cake and lemonade will follow at 3 p.m. at Chet's Pond. Parking available at the Shoreline Greenway Trail lots off Tabor Drive. For info, call Judy Miller at 203-589-8335.

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Defend Dignity (2017/2019) by Shepard Fairey is among the works featured in Shepard Fairey: Facing the Giant, Three Decades of Dissent, on view through Sept. 6 at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum in New London.

Wine, Women, and Song: 5 to 7:30 p.m. The Woodwinds, 29 School Ground Rd., Branford. Presented by Opera Theater of Connecticut. Features operatic and music theater arias, duets, and ensembles celebrating wine, women, and love, along with a curated wine tasting led by Ian Ford of Nimbility, buffet stations, and The exhibition title references the cen- desserts. Cost: $75 per person ($25 taxtral figure of Fairey’s Obey Giant project, deductible). For info or tickets, call 860which grew from a sticker campaign he 669-8999 or visit operatheaterofct.org. launched while a student at the Rhode Island School of Design in 1989. Fairey’s work is included in the collections of major museums, including the MONDAY, JUNE 15 Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Shakespeare’s World: Seeing the Plays Smithsonian Institution and the Victoria Through Elizabethan Eyes: 5 to 7 p.m. and Albert Museum in London. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 In conjunction with the exhibition, the Main St., Branford. Features a discussion museum is partnering with The Annex in led by author and Producing Artistic New London on a sticker art installation Director Rebecca Goodheart on how Elizathat will be displayed at several downtown bethan worldviews shaped Shakespeare’s locations through July 12. A free screening of the documentary Obey Giant is sched- plays. Part two of a four-part series. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203uled for July 22. The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is 488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackslocated at 625 Williams St., New London. tonelibrary.org. For more information, visit lyman allyn.org.

Lyman Allyn Show Explores Three Decades of Shepard Fairey’s Art, Activism Press Release from The Lyman Allyn Art Museum

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum in New London is presenting a retrospective exhibition of works by renowned street artist Shepard Fairey through Sept. 6. Shepard Fairey: Facing the Giant, Three Decades of Dissent features more than 30 works created between 1989 and 2019, tracing the evolution of the artist’s visual style and social commentary over three decades. Fairey is best known for creating the iconic Hope poster during Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign, but his work has long explored themes of political engagement, social justice and environmental issues. The exhibition includes hand-painted multiples, prints on collaged backgrounds and works inspired by punk rock, skate culture and the artist’s longtime Obey Giant campaign.

Shoreline Soul Gospel Concert: 3 p.m. First Congregational Church, 122 Broad St., Guilford. Performance by participants in the Shoreline Soul spring gospel workshop. Free and open to the public. For info, contact 203-619-1415 or shorelinesoul@gmail.com.

Wacky Wildlife: Giraffes: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Participants will learn about giraffes and create a giraffe-themed craft. Recommended for ages 6 to 11. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. LEGO STEM Club: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Participants in grades 1 through 4 will design and test a catapult using STEM problemsolving techniques. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Pick Your Project Glass Class: 6 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com. Live Long, Live Strong: 6 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Presented by Julia King, PsyD, board certified in Lifestyle Medicine. Features discussion on sleep, movement, nutrition, and other wellness practices. Registration preferred. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

TUESDAY, JUNE 16 AND WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 Summer Stock Auditions: 5 to 8 p.m. Shoreline Theater Academy, 61 East Main St., Clinton. Auditions for summer productions, including High School Musical Jr., High School Musical Jr. II, and Twelfth Night. Open to students in grades 5 through adult. For info, contact 860-227-2363 or shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com, or visit shorelinetheateracademy.org.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 Hands-on History with Totoket Historical Society: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Learn about North Branford's agricultural roots in the 18th century and make butter. Recommended for grades K and up. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Pick Your Project Glass Class: 2 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com. All Ages Tabletop RPG: Nations and Cannons: 5:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. America 250 program featuring a historical tabletop roleplaying game set during the American Revolution. Free and open to all. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

JUNE 11, 2026 • HARBOR NEWS • LIVING Stars, Stripes, and Whiskers Trivia Night: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Stappa Vineyard, 403 Derby Ave., Orange. Celebrates the nation's 250th birthday with an evening of American history trivia hosted by Tommy Mitchell. Features raffle baskets, sweets, and treats. Proceeds benefit The Greater New Haven Cat Project. Cost: $30. Advance ticket purchase required. For info or tickets, contact 203-782-2287 or rise@gnhcp.org, or visit gnhcp.org/americana. Meditation and Reiki with Jennifer: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Guided meditation and Reiki session. Suggested donation: $5. For info, contact 860-227-5003 or gstevens1220@gmail.com, or visit musicnowfoundation.org.

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Fife and Drums to Jazz: Celebrate the Hyland House and America’s 250th: TBA. Hyland House Museum, 84 Boston St., Guilford. Features food, drinks, music, raffle prizes, and tours of the historic house and colonial garden in celebration of the 250th anniversary of American History of the Blues 101 with Ramblin' independence. Hosted by the Hyland Dan: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 House Museum. For info or tickets, visit CT-81. Learn about the history of blues music in the United States, from its origins hylandhouse.org. in the Deep South to the present day. Ramblin' Dan Stevens combines historical Rummage Sale and Farm Market: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Congregational Church in images and video with live music perKillingworth, 273 Rte. 81. Features a rumformed on a variety of vintage instruments, including some homemade instru- mage sale with food, treats, and housements. Registration required; space is lim- hold treasures, along with an outdoor farm market offering fresh goods, handited. For info or to register, contact the made items, and local products. Vendor host organization. spaces available. Family-friendly event. For info, contact 860-663-1789 or office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit THURSDAY, JUNE 18 killingworthchurch.org. Reception and Sale for 5th Annual Art Show: 5 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Life-Sized Candyland Summer Reading Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Features Kickoff: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Killingworks by local artists, including artwork worth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features celebrating Madison’s Bicentennial. For games, activities, challenges, and prizes as info, call 203-245-7365. part of the library’s “Plant a Seed: READ!” 250th Basket Twining Class: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Participants will create a rope-twined basket in red, white, and blue suitable for table décor, porch decoration, or plant display. Free and open to the public. Space limited. Registration required. An identical class will be offered on July 15. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

summer reading program. No registration required. Appropriate for all ages; adults must remain with children under age 12. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

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Beck and Call by Karen Israel

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Karen Israel Exhibit Highlights June at Essex Library Press Release from the Essex Library

The Essex Library will host an exhibit by pastel artist Karen Israel through Tuesday, June 30, along with a series of programs focused on cooking, wellness and movement later this month. Israel, an award-winning artist from West Hartford, is exhibiting a collection of pastel works at the library. Her paintings explore a variety of subjects through an emphasis on color and design. In addition to creating her own artwork, Israel teaches throughout the Northeast and conducts painting demonstrations for arts organizations. The exhibit is on view during regular library hours. Most works are available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the library. The library’s upcoming programs begin Tuesday, June 23, with a virtual author talk featuring Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy, authors of The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook. The discussion, scheduled for 2 p.m., will explore recipes and culinary traditions inspired by family spice farms in India and Sri Lanka. On Thursday, June 25, at 4 p.m., certified instructor Sharon Didato will lead an introductory workshop on Tai Chi. The program will focus on movement tech-

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niques designed to improve posture, balance and mindfulness. The month’s programs conclude Monday, June 29, at 10:30 a.m. with a yoga class led by Hannah Clark. The session will include breathing exercises, stretching and gentle strength work. Registration is required for the virtual author talk and Tai Chi workshop. The yoga class is free and open to the public without registration. For information or to register, visit youressexlibrary.org or call 860-767-1560. The Essex Library is located at 33 West Ave.

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Madison Lions Club Flea Market Returns to Town Green The Madison Lions Club will hold its 52nd annual Flea Market on the Madison Green on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event, one of the shoreline’s longest-running community flea markets, will feature vendors offering a variety of merchandise, collectibles and household items. Food and beverages will also be available throughout the day. Madison Lion Dick Borner said the flea market has become a tradition for many local residents and visitors. “One of the largest events of its kind on the shoreline combines a flea market with many vendors offering some great deals,” Borner said. “Food and beverages are available during the day, and admission is free.” Borner said the event serves as an important fundraiser for the Madison Lions Foundation and helps support the organization’s charitable work throughout the community.

According to the club, proceeds from the flea market benefit local and state charities, with a focus on vision programs, youth initiatives and community projects. Funds raised through the event help the organization continue its mission of service while supporting a variety of nonprofit causes. In addition to raising funds, the club is seeking new members interested in community service opportunities. The Madison Lions Club encourages residents to stop by the Green, browse the vendors and support the organization’s charitable efforts. That’s closer to how I’d handle a thin PR that nevertheless needs to occupy real newspaper space. It preserves most of the usable content while cleaning up the repetition and promotional language. The goal isn’t necessarily brevity; it’s making it read like a newspaper story rather than copied publicity.

The Madison Lions Club will hold its 52nd annual Flea Market on the Madison Green on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Photo courtesy of the Madison Lions Club

parking. For info, contact 203-245-2676 or events@beechtreecottages.com, or visit beechtreecotPlant Dye Presentation: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Bauer Park, 245 tages.com. Copse Rd., Madison. Master gardener Dee Rapposelli will present a program on creating natural dyes from plants, Strawberry Festival: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. Lawrence including information on fiber dyes used during the Church, 7 Hemlock Drive, Killingworth. Features strawColonial and post-Revolutionary eras. Features prepared berry shortcake with homemade biscuits and whipped dye pots, tools, materials, and samples of dyed fiber. cream, Café Laurel pulled pork sandwiches, a bake sale, Cost: $18. For info, call 203-414-2869 or visit ctmadisonchildren’s games, and more. Free parking. Cash only. For web.myvscloud.com. info, email rumblingrock@sbcglobal.net.

Open Dance Party: 7 to 10 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, 45 N.E. Industrial Rd., Branford. Features a group dance lesson led by Karen Pfrommer from 7 to 7:30 p.m., dancing, music, and light refreshments. Admission: $20. For info, call 203-710-2805 or info@timetodanceballroom.com.

Summer Reading Kickoff with RI Pirate Guy: 11 a.m. Grove Street Park, 16 Grove St., Essex. Children entering kindergarten through grade 6 in the fall are invited to sign up for summer reading and participate in a piratethemed adventure with RI Pirate Guy Luca Rebussini featuring dress-up, games, relay races, treasure hunting, and creative activities. Hosted by Essex and Ivoryton Libraries. Free and open to the public. Registration required. Rain location: Essex Town Hall Auditorium, 29 West Ave., Essex. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Summer Arts Festival: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Essex Town Green, 12 Main St. Presented by Arts Center Killingworth. Features original artwork and fine crafts by painters, photographers, mixedmedia artists, and artisans working in ceramics, pottery, wood, fiber, glass, jewelry, and other media. Free and open to the public. For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.

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Fireside Chats with Local Authors: Shannon White: 1 to 2 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Book: The Invisible Conversations with Your Aging Parents. Features readings and discussion in the library’s Reading Room. Free. No registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Pokémon Club: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Program for ages 6 to 11 featuring Pokémon card games, activities, and trading. Parents or caregivers must remain in the library during the Open House and Summer Market: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. program. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madi- 3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. son. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. Features local vendors on the museum grounds and admission to Crafts with Natalie: Hello Summer Wood Stencil the current Madison 200 exhibit. Free. For info, contact Painted Sign: 2 to 3:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial 203-245-4567 or office@madisonhistory.org. Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Participants will create a painted wood sign featuring “Hello Summer.” All supBeech Tree Art Fair: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beech Tree Cotplies included. Registration required. For info, visit scrantages, 1187 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features a curated tonlibrary.org/events. group of artists exhibiting and selling original artwork on the grounds of Beech Tree Cottages. Complimentary beverages and light refreshments. Free admission and

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 AND SUNDAY, JUNE 21

SUNDAY, JUNE 21 Make Music Day Concert with Kala Farnham: 1 to 3 p.m. Henry Whitfield State Museum, 248 Old Whitfield St., Guilford. Outdoor performance celebrating Make Music Day on the summer solstice, featuring Connecticut State Troubadour Kala Farnham. Attendees may bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. Concert moves indoors in case of rain. For info, contact 203-453-2457 or whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum.

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32 Continued from page 31 Make Music Day Old Lyme: 5 to 7 p.m. Lyme Street, Old Lyme. Features performances on multiple stages as part of the international Make Music Day celebration. For info, visit musicnowfoundation.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 22 Shamrock Open Golf Tournament: Registration, 7:30 a.m.; shotgun start, 8:30 a.m. The Alling Golf Club, 35 Eastern St., New Haven. Features an 18-hole tournament with awards for men's and women's longest drive and closest-to-the-pin contests on two holes. A buffet dinner follows at Anthony's Ocean View, 450 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven. Proceeds benefit the Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade. For info or to register, visit stpatricksdayparade.org. Monday Funday for Teens: Lawn Games: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features lawn games including cornhole, jumbo Jenga, giant checkers, and ring toss. For teens ages 12 to 18. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 22 THROUGH THURSDAY, JUNE 25 Mindfulness on Main: 9:30 a.m. to noon, Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program focused on mindfulness activities including essential oils, nature observation, art, and local experiences. $55 residents; $60 non-residents. Registration required. For info, visit osyfs.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 23 Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy: 2 p.m. Virtual program presented by Essex Library. Authors discuss The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, featuring recipes inspired by family spice farms in India and Sri Lanka. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Plant a Seed, Read! Family Movie Series: 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Family movie screening celebrating the summer reading theme, "Plant a Seed, Read!" Featuring a G-rated film connected to food, farms, and nature. Popcorn provided. Free and open to the public. No registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Batty for Bats: 5:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St., Deep River. Licensed wildlife rehabilitator Maureen Heidtmann of Winghand Bat Rehab and Education Center will present an educational program featuring a live bat ambassador. Learn about local bat species, common myths and misconceptions, the role bats play in the environment, and conservation efforts to protect them. Recommended for adults, teens, tweens, and children ages 6 and older. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. Summer Nights Karaoke Kickoff: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features karaoke, open mic performances, poetry, and music hosted by Mr. Story. Weather permitting on the library patio. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25 Young Picassos with Carol: 10:15 to 11 a.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features painting techniques for rising fourth- through seventh-grade students. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Clay Animals: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St., Deep River. Children will create an animal from air-dry clay by following simple shaping techniques and will take their creations home to dry. Best suited for ages 3 and older. Registration required; space and supplies are limited. Register each child separately. For info or to register, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Tween and Teen Pizza Scene: 1 to 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features Plant the Seed Learning Series: Growing Tall & Strong patriotic tie-dye activities, pizza, video games, and additional activities. For grades 5 to 12. For info or to register Dance Adventure: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Children ages 3 to 8 are invited to join Julianne Guarnieri (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. of Little Leaps Dance Adventures for an interactive dance Adult Tai Chi Basics with Sharon Didato: 4 p.m. Essex program exploring the life cycle of a plant through Library, 33 West Ave. Certified instructor Sharon Didato movement, creativity, and imaginative play. Includes a reading of Little Sunflower by Melanie Joyce. Registration introduces Tai Chi walking and movement techniques designed to improve posture, balance, strength, and required. Free. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 mindfulness. Registration required; space is limited. For or visit youressexlibrary.org. info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. S.T.E.A.M. Lab: 3:15 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features hands-on sciWorst Movies Ever Made: Manos: The Hands of Fate: ence, technology, engineering, art, and math activities. 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., For grades 2 to 6. For info or to register (required), call Clinton. Features a screening of Manos: The Hands of Fate 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. as part of a summer film series. Bring a chair or blanket. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Stony Creek Forum: Alfred Dreyfus, Jewish Identity and Antisemitism: Past and Present: 7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Features a lecture by Maurice Samuels of Yale University. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702 or visit wwml.org/events.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25 THROUGH SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Friends of Acton Public Library Book and Bake Sale: Thursday, 3 to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Benefits library programs and resources. Free and open to all. For info, call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26 Amazing Owls: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Meet ambassador owls from Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center and learn about the adaptations that help native owl species thrive as nighttime hunters. Participants will examine owl artifacts and create an owlthemed craft to take home. Registration required. Limited to 30 children. For info or to register, call 860-5266039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. Writers Writing: 1 to 2:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Ongoing writing workshop for adults and seniors featuring short stories, personal essays, novels, memoirs, and poetry. Participants may share their work and receive feedback. Sharing is optional. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Friday Movie Matinee: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Screening of a movie in honor of the start of Summer Reading. Popcorn and soda provided. Registration preferred. For info, including the movie title, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Cool-ology: Ben Franklin: 3 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features America 250-themed STEAM activities with Claudia Esposito. For rising first- through fifth-grade students. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Food Group: The Sour Grape: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Story and snack-making program inspired by Jory John's The Sour Grape. Children ages 4 to 8, with participation by an adult, are invited to read the book and create a themed snack. Children up to age 12 may participate. Registration required; space is limited. Free. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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MLS Opens Summer Festival With Two Concert Programs Press Release from Madison Lyric Stage

Madison Lyric Stage will launch its 2026 Summer Festival with two concert programs celebrating popular music and classical vocal works at the Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society in Madison. The professional theater company, now entering its 14th season, is returning to one of its original homes as theater-in-residence at the Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society for a month-long festival of music and theater. The festival opens with Barry & Bette! The Music of Bette Midler and Barry Manilow on June 27 and 28. The tribute concert features tenor Marc Deaton, six additional singers and a live band led by pianist Jill Brunelle performing some of the entertainers’ best-known songs, including “Mandy,” “Can’t Smile Without You,” “Copacabana,” “Wind Beneath My Wings,” “The Rose” and other favorites. The second program, Outcasts and Innocents: The Musical World of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears, will be presented July 10 and 12. The semi-staged production explores the work of the celebrated

British composer and his longtime artistic collaborator through selections from “Peter Grimes,” “Billy Budd,” “The Turn of the Screw,” “War Requiem” and other works. Deaton will be joined by eight guest vocalists, French horn player Daniel Shapiro and music director Brunelle. The Summer Festival continues July 17-26 with a fully staged production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. “This summer, we are delighted to bring audiences three unforgettable events celebrating popular music, theatre and opera,” artistic director Marc Deaton said in a statement. “Created for lovers of beautiful music and exceptional live performance, our Summer Festival is a vibrant celebration of the arts, and we’re proud to share it with our shoreline community.” All performances will take place at the Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Road, Madison. Tickets are $40 for each concert. Festival passes, which include all three productions, are also available. For information, visit madisonlyricstage.org or call 203-2156329.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Nutmeg Anthology Poetry Reading: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features readings by contributing poets from Nutmeg Anthology, a collection of poems about Connecticut history, landmarks, and landscapes. Includes an overview by editor Ginny Collins. Light refreshments provided and books available for purchase. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 AND SUNDAY, JUNE 28 American Crafts and Trades Weekend: Noon to 4 p.m. Pratt House, 19 West Ave., Essex. Presented by the Essex Historical Society. Features demonstrations, hands-on activities, children’s crafts, and sales booths highlighting early American crafts and trade skills including fiber arts, blacksmithing, glass arts, woodworking, and domestic arts. For info, visit essexhistory.org.

Annie JR.: Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, noon. Guilford High School Performing Arts Center, 605 New England Rising Strawberry Moon Festival: 1 to 7:30 p.m. Surf Rd. Presented by the Guilford Youth & Family Services Club, 87 Surf Club Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Town of Madison as part of the Madison 200 celebration. Features Family Theatre Program. Student production of the musical Annie featuring classic songs and characters. Approlive music, food trucks, nonprofit organizations, merchants, a Strawberry Cake Bake-Off, awards, games, and a priate for all ages. Runtime approximately 90 minutes performance by the North Congregational Church drum- with one 15-minute intermission. Tickets: $15 general ming group welcoming the rising Strawberry Moon. Rain admission. For info or tickets, call 203-453-8047 or visit guilfordyouthandfamilyservices.org. date June 28. Free and open to the public. For info, visit madisonct.org. Guilford Rotary LobsterFest: Gates open 3:30 p.m.; food service and music begin at 4 p.m. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln., Guilford. Features lobster dinners, live music by Take Three, and activities to benefit local charities. Proceeds support Guilford community organizations. For info or tickets, visit guilfordrotaryclubct.com.

ONGOING EVENTS Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers' Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods,

baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketmanager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleyfarm.com. Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticut-made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org 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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1525 Boston Post Road Unit 165: Brian J. and Joyce M. Sullivan to Karen A. and Gary J. Turbert, $10,000 on May 21

2304 Durham Road: Michael C. Bergantino to Maura B. Zettergren, $339,600 on May 22

33 Briarwood Drive: Regina M. Johnson to Joshua and Leonard F. Suzio, $685,000 on May 15

115 Harbor Avenue: Eth A. Collins to Michael and Jennifer Davidson, $1,400,000 on May 22

100 Dudley Avenue Unit F31: Richard and Donna M. Schneider to Susan J. Pope, $736,000 on May 18

39 Chapman Avenue: Richard F. and Sheila R. Dilorenzo to George R. and Kathleen M. Kearney, $1,950,000 on May 18

98 Island Avenue: Gillian and Edward Pshybyshefski to Bruce Katz T and Bruce Katz, $3,400,000 on May 19

367 Main Street Unit 7: Jane D Hudson Real Estate Trust and Jane D. Hudson to Abigail Mcguirk, $670,000 on May 13

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49 Fawn Hill Drive: Mary A K. Majors to Morgan R. Leopoldino, $412,000 on May 20 1 Lake Louise Drive: Leonard J. Caron to Kord H. and Christine W. Jablonski, $950,000 on May 18

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