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June 18, 2026

Clinton, Westbrook, & Old Saybrook Vol. XXIX Iss. 25

Beach Donut Plans Move to Former Friendly’s Site

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer

After the building was severely damaged in a fire, the owners of Beach Donut in Clinton say they are planning to temporarily relocate to the former Friendly’s building on Route 1. The business hopes to reopen soon, and employees are accepting help from the public to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Since a fire significantly damaged the shop at 344 E. Main St. late last month, Beach Donut has been inoperable, and all production and distribution activities to partner locations have been suspended. While other shops along the shoreline carry Beach Donut products, the goods are all made in Clinton using proprietary recipes.

Store owner Saba Tawakuli and employee Amber Dean told the Harbor News on June

11 that the business is planning to relocate to the former Friendly’s site at 62 W. Main St.

No exact timetable has been given for the move, but Tawakuli and Dean said they hope to be open within the next month. They encouraged residents to monitor social media for updates and asked that anyone able to help with the move contact them.

See Beach Donut Plans Move page 13

Congrats, Class of 2026

Westbrook High School graduates celebrate the end of their high school careers by tossing decorated caps into the air during the school’s 66th commencement ceremony June 12. Student speakers included class president Natalia Fineza and student council president Ayla Czenth, while Lillian Bergeron and Katherine Ford served as salutatorian and valedictorian, respectively. See coverage of The Morgan School graduation on page 8 and Westbrook High School's graduation on page 10. More photos from both graduations can be seen at zip06.com.

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Postcards from Afar

Mike Rafferty: Putting Kids First

By Alicia Gomez

Associate Editor

Mike Rafferty’s lifelong commitment to helping children earns him recognition from Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services for 36 years of service.

Mike says he doesn’t like to talk about himself and instead credits the educators, volunteers, and community members he has worked alongside throughout his career.

“Everything I’ve ever done is to help kids,” he says.

Even at a young age, Mike shows a passion for helping others. At 14, he began teaching swimming and later worked with special education students. His commitment to service extends beyond the classroom as well. He served on his high school student council, was elected president of his high school class and college class, and later became president of his fraternity.

“I’ve always volunteered,” he says.

That dedication leads him to a 45year career in education as a teacher, counselor, guidance director, assistant principal, and principal. In 1990,

Person of the Week

Mike relocates his family from Massachusetts to Old Saybrook to help open the town’s new middle school and becomes its founding principal.

His goal is to make every child feel included. Mike says middle school can be a difficult time in a child’s life.

Students experience emotional and physical changes as they try to figure out who they are and what they want to do in the future. He loves helping students navigate those challenges and works to create an environment where every child feels valued and supported.

“I knew every kid,” he says.

Mike says making students feel accepted has always been one of his top priorities. His philosophy is simple: “Include every kid.” Through enrichment programs, counseling support, clubs, and other activities, he

works to ensure that every student has an opportunity to succeed. He especially focuses on at-risk students who may be dealing with self-doubt or family and academic struggles. His goal is to help all students feel accepted and prepared for success in high school and beyond.

“Everything I ever did was to make sure kids were safe and challenged,” Mike says.

His efforts lead to Old Saybrook Middle School being named Connecticut Middle School of the Year in 1996 and earning the National Blue Ribbon Award two years later.

“The most exciting thing I ever felt as a human being was when Old Saybrook Middle School got the United States Blue Ribbon Award,” he says.

While proud of the recognition, Mike is quick to point out that the awards reflect the efforts of many people.

“That wasn’t a Rafferty award. It was a staff award. It was a community award,” he says.

See Mike Rafferty page 14

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Mike Rafferty was recognized by Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services for 36 years of service to the organization and decades of work supporting local youth as an educator, volunteer, and community leader.

“Our leading scorer was conference player of the year, our goalkeeper was the goalie of the year, and those key components are back. We also return all four defensive players so that’s huge.”

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On June 4, the Connecticut Department of Transportation held an in-person public information meeting in the Green Room at Andrews Memorial Town Hall. CTDOT presented plans to demolish the historic one-lane Waterside Bridge and replace it with a twolane “single-span superstructure supported on new semi-integral abutments supported on piles.” The proposed larger bridge would have a walkway, but the 300-year history of our bridge — and its unique setting in the Hammock River landscape — would be lost.

The Green Room was filled with Clinton residents. Many spoke. Everyone who did opposed the two-lane bridge plan.

Whether or not you were able to attend, you still have a chance to comment. All members of the community can submit comments in writing to CTDOT through June 19, 2026; after that, public comments will no longer be accepted.

Highly Relevant

Clinton residents understandably oppose the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s (CTDOT) plans to demolish the historic one-lane woodand-stone Waterside Bridge and replace it with a two-lane concrete-and-steel structure. At the June 4 Green Room meeting, CTDOT acknowledged that our bridge has a 300-year history but said that did not support preserving it.

At the meeting, I gave the history of another CTDOT bridge that the CTDOT folk did not seem to know. That history is highly relevant, and I repeat it here.

CTDOT has its own good precedent for preserving our historic one-lane bridge: the historic one-lane wooden covered bridge over the Housatonic River at West Cornwall. (Our bridge is about 100 years older.) In the 1960s, local people objected to CTDOT replacing that bridge with a modern one, and CTDOT reconsidered. In the early 1970s, CTDOT restored the West Corn-

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The deadline is soon, so we urge every Clinton resident to submit your thoughts as soon as possible. The email addresses are DOT-FLBP@ct.gov and Hayley.Martin@ct.gov.

The more comments received by CTDOT, the better. Your message can be as simple as “I am strongly opposed to replacing the Waterside Lane Bridge.” Or you can say more; we suggest you consider talking about your own experience, enjoyment and use of the bridge.

CTDOT requests that you identify this project as State Project No. 00270128.

In addition, please share your thoughts in writing with our town officials — copy (cc) your email to our Town Council members, the town manager and town planner.

Maureen Wellman Clinton

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wall bridge, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.

That bridge is much larger than ours, spanning 149 feet. Our bridge leads only to the Clinton town beach, but that bridge is part of state Route 128 — with daily highway traffic both ways.

Most important: Both are historic one-lane bridges. Yes, even though the Cornwall bridge is part of state Route 128, it has only one lane — as it always has. Today, Route 128 traffic must stop at each end before crossing. Clearly our historic bridge has no such highway concerns.

By following its own precedent — its restoration of the West Cornwall historic bridge — CTDOT can sensibly reconsider its recent actions and prepare new plans to restore our historic bridge.

William McKeown Clinton

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.

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Review Backs District Literacy Program, Recommends Changes

By Eric O'Connell

Writer

SAYBROOK

A consultant hired by the district to review Old Saybrook Public Schools’ literacy curriculum did not recommend getting rid of the program the district uses, but did offer recommendations on how instruction could be improved.

In late April, Old Saybrook Superintendent Christopher Drezek announced that the district would hire a consultant to review Old Saybrook Public Schools’ literacy program, known as ARC Core Curriculum, after some parents expressed concerns about their children’s reading competency.

The consultant, Dr. Rachael Gabriel, conducted her study during May and presented the results of her review at a June 10 meeting. The meeting was recorded and will be available on the district’s website shortly. Gabriel’s full report will also be uploaded and available for review.

Presenting her results, Gabriel said she did not believe it was prudent for Old Saybrook to change course from the ARC program right now, partly because the state is set to revise its list of approved literacy curricula in 2027, which may or may not include ARC. Gabriel suggested that starting from scratch with a new program would not be wise.

“Evidence from student achievement does not indicate the need for a radical change. However, there are still areas of ARC that require adaptation, and levels of implementation that require improvement,” Gabriel said in her report.

Gabriel said her review included classroom observations, interviews, curriculum analysis, and extensive community feedback, including survey responses from more than 200 parents as well as 22 teachers.

In 2021, Connecticut passed legislation known as “Right to Read,” requiring schools to implement evidence-based reading curricula for students in kindergarten through third grade by 2025. The law emphasizes phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, fluency, oral language, and reading comprehension, and allows districts to choose from a list of approved programs.

Old Saybrook eventually selected the ARC Core Curriculum, one of six programs identified by the State of Connecticut in 2022-2023 as eligible for implementation as part of the law. The district chose the program in 2023 and launched a pilot at Kathleen F. Goodwin Elementary

School during the 2023-2024 academic year.

However, Old Saybrook parents now say the program is not showing the results they expected. A vocal contingent of parents pressed the district on the program and its implementation at an April 28 meeting.

At that same meeting, Drezek said parents had made three primary requests: replace the ARC curriculum, hold a public forum, and commission an independent review of the program.

Recommendations

While she did not endorse changing from ARC, Gabriel said she did observe some issues with how it was implemented in the district. Gabriel noted that teachers had not previously received staff development related to literacy, the district underwent significant leadership changes at the same time the program was implemented in Old Saybrook, and there was a lack of support staff.

Gabriel offered six recommendations on how the school system can improve the curriculum, some of which were shortterm projects and some more long-term goals.

One recommendation was to hire an experienced full-time literacy coach to provide professional development and instructional support to teachers.

The second recommendation was to introduce skill inventories and reduce redundant assessments.

The third recommendation was to establish policies that support a MultiTiered System of Support, which helps schools recognize students in need of academic, behavioral, or social support and connect them with appropriate interventions as early as possible.

The last three recommendations Gabriel presented were long-term goals the district could tackle over the next year and a half. Those included developing curriculum implementation guides, developing a comprehensive intervention resource guide for staff, and conducting an external audit of special education processes and programming.

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Aldi Hearing Delayed, Wetlands Approval Granted

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer CLINTON

A public hearing on a proposal to build a new Aldi supermarket has been delayed until July 13 due to a clerical error with the legal notice. However, the application received approval from the town’s Inland Wetlands Commission, bringing the project one step closer to reality.

Citizens who wish to weigh in on the project will have to wait a few more weeks than anticipated. The Planning and Zoning Commission was scheduled to open the public hearing at its June 8 meeting. However, at the start of the meeting, it was announced the application would be continued.

Town Planner Abby Piersall explained after the meeting that a clerical error with the required legal notice necessitated the delay.

The public hearing will open at the commission’s meeting on Monday, July 13, at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Members of the public can attend and speak for, against, or neutrally regarding the application.

The commission received the application last month. The project calls for construction of a 20,664-square-foot store at 224 E. Main St., just beyond the Walgreens plaza. Under the application, existing buildings on the site would be demolished and replaced with the supermarket and a 95-space parking lot.

Plans for the property also include a separate 6,000-square-foot retail building. No tenant has been identified, and the exact size and use of the additional building have not been finalized.

While the Planning and Zoning Commission has not ruled on the application, the Inland Wetlands Commission approved the project at a June 2 meeting. The wetlands application was required because wetlands are located near the proposed construction area.

No wetlands would be filled under the application, but Piersall said last month that the commission needed to review the project’s stormwater management system to ensure it adequately protects nearby wetlands before the application could move forward.

The wetlands hearing opened May 5 and was continued to June 2 so the applicant could address questions regarding the stormwater management system. Commission members unanimously approved the application at the June 2 meeting, minutes show.

Under state regulations, the Inland Wetlands Commission can consider only potential impacts to wetlands when reviewing an application. Issues such as traffic, zoning compatibility, and noise fall under the jurisdiction of the Planning and Zoning Commission.

The application was submitted by Seamus Moran and property owner Alice, LLC. State business records list Ronald Lyman as the principal of Alice, LLC.

Founded in Germany, Aldi operates 33 stores in Connecticut. The closest existing location to Clinton is in Branford, while a separate proposal for a Guilford store is undergoing that town’s approval process.

Westbrook High School, 156 McVeagh Road, Westbrook, CT 06498

Brief Project Description:

The Westbrook Board of Education is seeking a qualified firm to design and install a new air conditioning system with possible tie-in to existing ductwork. The new system will include air conditioning, ventilation, VRF heat pumps, RTU’s, and new controls. This project requires a significant amount of selected demolition and may be constructed over several phases annually.

The RFP is available at the following link: https://www.westbrookctschools.org/groups/5661/business_office/requests_for_proposals

Proposals for this project will be due Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Board of Education Offices located at 158 McVeagh Road, Westbrook CT. Attention: Kristina Martineau, Superintendent of Schools. There will be a mandatory site visit for firms intending to submit a proposal

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The Westbrook Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals that it deems is in the best interest of Westbrook Public Schools.

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Morgan Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer

The 135 members of The Morgan School’s Class of 2026 came together for one final gathering as classmates during their graduation ceremony June 10.

Despite a forecast that threatened rain, the weather remained clear, and families and friends filled the football field behind the school to watch graduates mark the end of their high school careers. The evening featured heartfelt speeches, celebration, and moments of reflection.

After welcoming remarks from Assistant Principal Christopher Luther, speeches followed from Salutatorian Addison Reed, Valedictorian Kate Gardner, and Class of 2026 President Karla Duque, as well as Board of Education Chairperson Erica Gelven and Superintendent Maryann O’Donnell.

In her address, Reed spoke about cherishing memories, from the mundane moments that may someday be recalled fondly to exciting experiences such as the girls’ soccer team’s championship run this year.

She also encouraged her classmates not to compare themselves to others, but instead to embrace their own journeys.

“I have learned that one of the most important parts of high school is not simply the grades we earn or the classes we

See Morgan page 9

Photo by Laura Matesky/Harbor News

Members of The Morgan School Class of 2026 marked the end of their high school years during Commencement Exercises in Clinton on Wednesday, June 10. One hundred and thirty-five seniors received their diplomas before moving on to their next chapters.

Photo by Laura Matesky/Harbor News

Morgan Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation

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take. Instead, it is about finding our passions and discovering the kind of person we want to become. To truly do that, we must let go of comparison. It requires letting go of the fear of being judged and learning to worry less about what other people think,” Reed said.

As the Class of 2026 enters a world far beyond Clinton, Reed urged her classmates to remain true to themselves.

“True happiness comes when we stop measuring our lives against someone else’s and start appreciating our own. If there is one thing I hope we carry with us after today, it is the confidence to be ourselves, pursue what makes us happy, and define success on our own terms,” she concluded.

Rather than focusing only on major milestones, Gardner encouraged the class to enjoy time with family, aimless drives around town with friends, and everything in between.

Gardner’s valedictorian address reminded classmates to seize the day and live in the present. Reflecting on the time students spend wishing for the future to arrive, Gardner said, “The funny thing is, while we were chasing the future, we were actively missing out on the now. We were wishing away the moments in between big

life events that may seem insignificant, but when added up are what make our lives so special.”

“Because maybe carpe diem doesn’t mean reckless impulsivity, it simply means taking time to appreciate what we have now. So, Class of 2026, as we make our way into this new period of our lives, be excited for what comes next. Chase your goals and aspirations, embrace new opportunities that are presented, and always dream big. But don’t let the excitement of the future distract your focus from the moment you are living. And never forget to slow down and seize the day,” Gardner concluded.

After the final speeches, Principal Keri Hagness delivered the moment students had worked so hard and so long to reach: the presentation of diplomas. Shortly after the final student crossed the stage, only one tradition remained.

At the signal, tassels were turned, and the evening erupted in cheers as a shower of caps flew skyward.

Photo by Laura Matesky/Harbor News

Westbrook Celebrates Class of 2026

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer

Westbrook High School seniors spent one final Friday together as the Class of 2026 crossed the stage and received diplomas during a graduation ceremony June 12.

On a humid, scorching day, seniors and their guests gathered on the field behind the school to sit through one final round of speeches before saying goodbye to one another and their high school careers.

After Student Council President Ayla Czenthe welcomed guests, Principal Matthew Talmadge, Salutatorian Lillian Bergeron, and Valedictorian Katherine Ford delivered remarks.

In her speech, Bergeron thanked everyone who helped her during her high school journey, from staff members to friends and family. Most of all, she said she and her classmates should recognize the work they put in to reach the milestone and thank themselves.

“Most of all, I would like to thank myself. Teachers, guidance counselors, administrators, and family members can only push you so far. At the end of the day, I am here, and so is everyone else on this stage because of our choices, our sacrifices, and our hard work,” Bergeron said. “High school was tough—whether it was health struggles, family problems, or mental health setbacks, we have all had to overcome one thing or another to be here today. I want each and every one of you to thank yourself today because you should be proud of this amazing achievement. You are all such incredible human beings, and I can’t wait to see the amazing things you all achieve.”

In her valedictorian speech, Ford spoke about how the closeknit Westbrook community allowed her to transform from a shy child into a more confident young adult.

“The closeness and community of Westbrook High School made me comfortable enough to come

out of my shell. From exciting field hockey games to laughing with my friends in class, I began to see that school didn’t have to be something to be afraid of. Except for Socratic Seminars—those are always something to be afraid of,” Ford said.

After thanking those who helped her throughout her academic career, Ford shared some final words of wisdom with her classmates.

“I’m so grateful to share this chapter with you. We may have had different paths, but they led to the same endpoint. However, while it is the endpoint of high school, it’s the beginning of the rest of our lives. We will soon receive our diplomas, and this day will disappear into the many high school memories we have shared. We’ll start our next chapter, slowly forgetting the literal blood, sweat, and tears that it took to get to this moment,” Ford said.

“If life ever feels hard to manage, think back to your time at Westbrook High School. Remember the work you put in, the friends you made, the lessons you learned. Whether you’re excited (or terrified) for what comes next, never forget how high school has changed you for the better. And today, cherish every last moment, no matter how simple. It’s been a four-year climb, but we made it to the top. We deserve this. You deserve this. And with that, congratulations to the Class of 2026. We did it.”

After remarks from Board of Education Chair Dr. Kim Walker and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kristina Martineau, the class was called forward to receive diplomas.

Finally, shortly after Ford crossed the stage and received her diploma as the final student called, it was time for the moment students had worked toward for years.

Talmadge proclaimed the graduates the official Class of 2026, and the sky filled with flying caps and applause.

Photo by Eric O'Connell/Harbor News

Caps go flying as the Class of 2026 graduates.

Iggy and His Piggy Toes

Story by Carol Andrecs

When a cat with a very injured paw was rescued by Forgotten Felines earlier this year, the person feeding him mentioned another injured cat that needed help but was rarely around. We of course said we would take him, and not too long afterwards, Iggy showed up with what looked like severe wounds around his neck. What a sweetheart he turned out to be. He is quite the talker, especially around meal and treat time. After all, when he was rescued he was wandering outside hungry, looking for a warm place to sleep. Iggy is the total package with his sleek black fur, extra piggy toes and adorable personality. Could you give this precious boy a loving home? Come meet Iggy at our open house or apply to adopt him online at www.forgottenfelinesct.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 Rd., Westbrook. No appointment is necessary. Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedicated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facil-

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 860-388-1611, ext. 219.

much appreciated. Call the volunteer line at 860-669-1347 or send an email to volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org.

Free Drug Lock Boxes Available at OSYFS

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 860-3953190 or visit oldsaybrookct.gov.

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Review Backs District Literacy Program, Recommends Changes

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Chairperson Karen Brodeur said, “The Board is pleased with the efficiency and thoroughness of Dr. Gabriel’s work and Superintendent Drezek has already initiated some of her initial recommendations.”

Specifically, Brodeur said the district is restructuring its leadership model by assigning department leaders in each school for a variety of subject areas, rather than relying on a single part-time districtwide literacy leader. Brodeur said the district is posting for both a literacy coach and a math coach at Goodwin School and that the board has authorized additional staffing if budget conditions allow.

Superintendent Drezek also weighed in after the presentation:

“I’m extremely grateful for the work and recommendations of Dr. Gabriel. When we started this process, my only request was an unvarnished assessment of where we were with our literacy program at Goodwin School, and her honest recommendations on moving forward with what’s best for our kids,” Drezek said. “I realize there are many items that we need to address with her recommendations, but as I stated in the beginning, I would facilitate honoring her recommendations. I intend to do that. What was clear in her report is that our staff and this community have a deep commitment to our students, and her

In addition, the district is moving forward with several initiatives recommended by Gabriel, including the development of a districtwide professional development plan, a curriculum writing and revision schedule, and a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Supports framework. Those initiatives are expected to be completed and shared with staff and the community before the start of the next school year.

findings will assist all of us working together to increase student success.”

Community concerns over Old Saybrook’s literacy curriculum came to a head at the end of April, where parents and school officials sat through a nearly three-hour presentation on the topic.

At that meeting, district officials said reading performance declined following the COVID-19 pandemic but had shown signs of improvement under ARC. According to a presentation by school officials, one assessment showed that about 55% of third graders and 58% of fourth graders met or exceeded expectations in the 2024-2025 school year, the first full year of the ARC program. Those numbers were up from the previous school year, but below pre-pandemic levels. When the district first floated the idea of partnering with Gabriel, some parents expressed reservations about partnering

with her. The district initially announced its intention to partner with her before details of the arrangement, cost, and timeline had been finalized, which irked some parents. Others questioned whether she would be independent and cited past statements they said she made in academic papers about the Lucy Calkins reading model, a curriculum many Connecticut schools have phased out.

Brodeur said the district spent about $13,000 on Gabriel’s consult and said there may be some “minor follow-up” work to come related to her services.

“It’s important to note that the district selected Dr. Gabriel due to her impeccable credentials. She is a Professor of Literacy Education at the University of Connecticut where she teaches courses for educators and doctoral students pursuing specialization in literacy. She has extensive expertise in literacy policy, state-level legislation, and cur-

riculum evaluation in Connecticut and throughout the country,” Brodeur explained.

In the lead-up to the June 10 meeting, some parents in the community questioned whether the district was using the 2017 or the 2025 version of ARC, but Gabriel said she reviewed both versions during her study of the district.

Beyond issues with the ARC curriculum, parents at the April meeting said they were frustrated by what they felt was a lack of communication and responsiveness from the board and school system.

On June 1, the school board uploaded a document to its website responding to concerns raised during the April meeting, including questions about communication with families, ARC implementation, and the consultant review process.

Photo by Wesley Bunnell

344 East Main St on Saturday, May 30

Beach Donut Plans Move to

Former Friendly’s Site

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“We are looking for people who can help with the moving, really any way they can, painting, decorating, physically moving some equipment,” Dean said. “We are going to open as soon as possible and get to work.”

Dean said summer is typically the busiest time of year for the business and, noting the amount of work involved in the move, added, “It’s not going to be easy, but where there’s a will there’s a way.”

Multiple fire crews responded to Beach Donut on May 30, when first responders saw flames coming from the building’s attic. Clinton police safely evacuated apartments in the rear of the building, and there were no injuries. Crews remained on scene for about three hours and, while the cause of the fire remains under investigation, Clinton Fire Chief Brian Manware said the fire is not suspicious.

“Number one, thank God everyone is safe. That is the most important thing. Everything comes back, the building can be fixed, the business can come back, but

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people can’t,” Tawakuli said. “I really appreciate everyone from the fire department, the police department, and the town who helped. We really want to put a big thank you out to Grove Garden. They were a huge help to us and they are continuing to help us.”

In the wake of the fire, the Red Cross has been assisting those displaced, and a GoFundMe page has been established to provide assistance for the Beach Donut team.

The generosity from the community has deeply touched employees.

“Allie and Lor who started the GoFundMe, they are customers who have become family to us. We’ve really been overwhelmed by the generosity,” Dean said.

For updates on the relocation and the future of the business, members of the public are encouraged to follow the Beach Donut Shop Facebook page. To contribute to the GoFundMe, visit www.gofund me.com/f/help-support-beach-donut-shopafter-the-fire.

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.

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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.

Calls for Artists: Essex Summer Arts Festival

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.

Mike Rafferty: Putting Kids First

Continued from page 2

Mike’s commitment to young people extends beyond the school walls. From his first days in Old Saybrook, he becomes involved with Youth and Family Services and the Healthy Community Healthy Youth initiative, which works to create opportunities and support systems for local youth. One effort includes Friday and Saturday night youth programs, in which about 200 parents and community members volunteer to create a safe place for kids on weekends.

When he is eventually asked to serve on the Youth and Family Services Commission, Mike readily accepts. Over the years, he serves in a variety of roles and eventually becomes chairperson. The commission’s mission aligns closely with his philosophy that supporting young

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.

Legal Notice of Decision Town of Clinton – Planning and Zoning Commission

The Clinton Planning and Zoning Commission held a Regular Monthly Meeting in the Town Hall Green Conference Room on Monday, June 8, 2026 and rendered the following decisions:

PZC-26-11: Special Exception, to approve a rear lot pursuant to Section 27.2.13 of the Clinton Zoning Regulations, 75 East Main Street, Map 56, Block 61, Lot 12, Zone EMVD. Applicant: Frank Vacca, BSC Group Engineering and Surveying. Approved with conditions.

PZC-26-12: Special Exception for self-storage facility pursuant to Section 12.46 of the Clinton Zoning Regulations, 335 East Main Street (rear), Map 88, Block 69, Lot 124, Zone I-2. Applicant: Robert Grabarek, Osprey Environmental Engineering. Approved with conditions.

A full record of this decision is on the Town website. Any party aggrieved by this decision may appeal to the Superior Court, Middlesex County within fifteen days of the publication of this notice.

Dated at Clinton, Connecticut on this 9th day of June 2026. Clinton Planning and Zoning Commission

Michael Rossi, Chairman

people is a responsibility shared by the entire community, not just educators.

Mike says Old Saybrook’s strong sense of community is one of the main reasons these programs are successful and why he remains involved for so many years. He sees residents, educators, parents, and volunteers consistently work together to support children and families.

“Old Saybrook has a fiber that everybody wants to help everyone,” he says.

Although he recently stepped down as chair, Mike says it is important to make room for the next generation of leaders to make their own impact.

“Young people need to step up to the plate,” he says.

His volunteer work also extends beyond Youth and Family Services.

Mike is involved with the Old Lyme Refugee Relocation Committee, which helps support a family as it settles in the United States. More than a decade later, he says all three children from that family have gone on to attend college, an accomplishment he is especially proud to have witnessed.

Today, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife of nearly 58 years, their five children, and 17 grandchildren. Although he retired from education in 2013, his commitment to helping young people remains unchanged. He hopes future educators, volunteers, and community leaders will continue building on the work that has helped make Old Saybrook a supportive place for children and families.

“What have you done to help a kid today?” he says.

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

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

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Morgan Girls Lacrosse Posts Best Record in Nearly a Decade

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

The Morgan girls lacrosse team has just completed one of its best seasons in the program in nearly a decade. The Huskies finished the regular season 10-6, earned the third seed in the Shoreline Conference Tournament, and qualified for the Class S State tournament.

The double-digit wins and tying for second in the conference are both program best in that span. However, a more impressive achievement for the Morgan Huskies is that, statistically, the team was leaps and bounds better than the year before.

The team scored 14 more goals than the year before, but also reduced the number of goals they gave up significantly. Morgan gave up 40 fewer goals to opposing teams. Offensively, the Huskies also played better as a team, with 50 percent of the goals being assisted. They have 11 more assists than last season.

Morgan coach Bill Lindsay said he was proud of how the team improved from last year to this year. He said it had a lot more to do with their offensive execution, which allowed them to score more and gave fewer chances for opposing teams to score on turnovers.

“There was a lot of improvement in a number of areas. We were really happy with that,” Lindsay said. “Our defense really came together and really started playing well down the stretch. Communication was excellent and the goalkeeper was very strong. She had a big part in that as well.”

Goalkeeper Annabelle Parent earned Shoreline Conference Goalie of the Year this season. She also had her 400th career save this season as a junior. Lindsay said he saw a lot of growth within Parent in the cage.

“She really just continues to grow more confident with the ball in her stick on clears,” Lindsay said. “She’s more confident coming out of a goal, intercepting passes, winning ground balls, doing things like that. You just continue to see her growth as the year went on.”

Parent wasn’t the only standout player for the Huskies this season. Junior midfielder Emma Holecz earned the Shoreline Conference Player of the Year. Holecz scored her 200th career point this season and had 100 combined points this year.

“She was really the focal point of our offense. The increase in assisted goals was a lot to do with her,” Lindsay said. “She was willing to share the ball, get her teammates involved, and then as the season wore on and we played people for the second time, they obviously knew to key on her. She did a real nice job of getting her teammates involved.”

Along with Parent and Holecz, junior Nora Windsor was named All-Conference First Team. Juniors Emma Tuener and

Emerson Dunning earned second team, and Sam Weinzimmer was named Honorable Mention.

The Morgan Huskies are returning most of the team next season, as the team was largely made up of 11 juniors. Only three seniors are graduating. With the overall success the team achieved this year, the sky is the limit for the Huskies next year.

Lindsay said the team has played together for a long time already, and they are continuing to gel as a group and get

better. He said he is very optimistic for the team next season.

“Our leading scorer was conference player of the year, our goalkeeper was the goalie of the year, and those key components are back. We also return all four defensive players so that’s huge,” Lindsay said. “Having an opportunity to play in the state tournament and play in the conference tournament, those are real opportunities for growth. This sets us up well for next year.”

Photo courtesy of Bill Lindsay

Junior midfielder Emma Holecz earned the Shoreline Conference Player of the Year. Holecz scored her 200th career point this season and had 100 combined points this year.

White Sox Sweep Cards to Extend First-Place Lead

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

Everyone agreed the weather was the best of the season for the Deep River Horseshoe League, and it was reflected in the scoring. The weekly team average was 262 points, up from last week’s 256. Twenty-four players improved their scores in one or more of the six statistical categories tracked during the season.

Headlines: The White Sox stunned the Cards with a sweep and increased their first-place lead to three games; the Braves scored 309 points and vaulted into second place by sweeping the Mets; and the Rangers scored 309 points in a 4-2 win over the Yankees.

The White Sox knew their hold on first place could be in jeopardy as they faced Kris Toohey’s Cards. The handicap favored the Cards in four of the six games, and they would also need to take advantage of their seven-point handicap in the A/B games, which pitted two of the league’s top-scoring duos against one another.

In game one, it came down to the final box, and Kyle Wilson’s ringer gave the White Sox a onepoint win. In the first A/B game, Brady Miller and Bob Beckwith outscored Kris Toohey and Todd Nuhn 65-61 for the victory. The Cards held a four-point lead but failed to score in the final box of game three, losing by one point. The Sox took the lead in the fifth box of game four and held on for the win. In the second A/B game, the White Sox used their handicap for a two-point victory before closing the match with a doubledigit win in game six.

In their head-to-head matchups, Toohey and Nuhn went 4-4 against Miller and Beckwith, but the total scoring favored the White Sox 234-223. Bob Beckwith’s 122-point series was the top B Division score.

The Mets’ Mark Goodale hoped to keep his score within single digits in his matchup with Braves star Frank Rausch. Emily Taylor subbed for Deb Scully. Rausch’s 42 points led to an easy win in game one. The Mets looked to capitalize on their eight-point handicap in game two and held a

the second-leading B Division score.

The maximum handicap in the match was four points in four games, split evenly between the two teams, while the remaining two games had no handicap. The Rangers were outscored 4-2 in the final box of game one and lost by one point. Yankees’ Vinny Jonynas scored 39 points in game two to give New York its second win. Gerry Hines teamed with Durinick for 53 points and a Rangers victory. In game four, Furmonavicius matched Dennis Allen’s score, while Durinick defeated Jonynas 28-16 in game five and 28-20 in game six to give the Rangers a 4-2 victory. Hines’ 76-point series was the secondleading C Division score.

Both Chip Goodrich’s Reds and Skip Robinson’s Pirates are tied for the league’s fewest ringers, but they rank first and second in scoring percentage, have the fewest opens, and are tied for the most clean games. Goodrich and Robinson both score on roughly 70 percent of the shoes they throw and rank among the top three for fewest opens.

one-point lead entering the ninth box. Rausch’s double in the ninth gave the Braves the lead and ultimately a two-point win.

Mike Beckwith single-handedly outscored the Mets in games three and six. In game four, the Mets led entering the final two boxes but were outscored 8-3 and lost by five points. The best game of the match proved to be another heartbreak for the Mets. With the handicap, the game was tied entering the final box, but they were outscored 7-6 and lost by one point.

Rausch had three games in the 40s on his way to the night’s top score of 166. Beckwith’s 103-point series was the third-leading B Division score. Rausch and Beckwith increased their average to 245 points per week. Their 309point total marked the third time this season they surpassed 300 points, and they lead the league with a team average of 281 points per week.

Often, when a player struggles to score, they seek advice from their peers. Peter Furmonavicius must have listened, as he

recorded a season-best 116-point series, while teammate John Durinick posted a season-best 117-point series that ranked as

While Goodrich edged Robinson in game one, Gary Stevens’ points earned the Pirates the win. The Reds’ lone victories came by double digits in games two and five. Brian Walsh’s 30 points in game three were a season best. Walsh and Stevens each recorded a ringer in the seventh box of the final game to help secure another Pirates win. The Pirates claimed the match 4-2. Stevens’ 100-point series was a season best and topped the C Division. It was his first 100-point series since May 26, 2022, and he also recorded three clean games.

John Sciacca’s goal for the See White Sox page 17

Photo courtesy of Joseph Heery

Mike Beckwith of the Braves is the B player and teams with Frank Rausch. They are the leading scoring duo in the league averaging 245 points a week.

White Sox Sweep Cards to Extend First-Place Lead

Continued from page 16

D’backs is to match some of the strengths displayed by the Reds and Pirates by reducing opens and improving scoring percentage. They faced Jeremy Davis’s Dodgers, with the maximum handicap set at one point in four games, all favoring the D’backs. The remaining two games were even.

The D’backs raced out to wins in the first three games. John O’Brien’s scoring made the difference in game one, while Butch Carotenuto proved to be the difference in games two and three. Game four illustrated exactly what Sciacca hopes to eliminate, as the D’backs recorded three straight opens and scored on fewer than 50 percent of their shoes. Davis’s 35 points led the Dodgers to victory. The teams split the final two games, giving the D’backs a 4-2 match win. O’Brien’s 75-point series tied for the third-highest C Division score. Five of the six games were decided by more than five points.

John Hutra’s Marlins won the first three games against Sue Pollard’s Rockies. After the opening four boxes of game one, they led by 14 points. After four boxes of

game two, they held a 10-point lead. In game three, the Rockies managed only three points over the final four boxes.

The Rockies rebounded to win the next two games. Pollard’s 33 points led the way in game four, while game five was a scratch game that turned on Warren Bellows’ double in the tenth box for a fourpoint victory. The Marlins again took an early lead in game six and held on for the win to secure the 4-2 match victory. Leif Selander’s season-best 75-point series tied for the third-highest C Division score.

Each team used a substitute when Bob Cifaldi’s Cubs faced Mike Zanelli Jr.’s Orioles. Keith Toohey filled in for Pete Lessard, while Damon Roberts subbed for Zanelli Jr. Cifaldi’s 37-point game and season-best 40-point effort were enough to single-handedly win games one and four.

The Orioles won games two and three, using their handicap for a three-point win in game two while the Cubs were unable to overcome an eight-point handicap in game three. The Cubs managed to erase an eight-point handicap in game five for a two-point victory. In the final game, they still had a chance despite trailing by five points entering the last box but fell two

points short. The teams split the match. Cifaldi’s 137-point series was the secondleading A Division score.

Would Tony Cutone’s Angels match the Mets’ streak of four consecutive split matches? Sheryl Serviss’s Tigers had already recorded three splits this season.

Cutone’s season-best 44 points singlehandedly won game one. Serviss’s 28 points were enough to do the same in game two, as the Angels managed only two ringers and 26 points. Dennis Goodrich and Anthony Conkling combined for 54 points as the Tigers cruised to a 20point win. The Angels evened the match at 2-2 behind Cutone’s clean 33-point game.

In pivotal game five, the Angels overcame a seven-point handicap as Ed Turner matched Conkling, and Cutone’s second clean game of 31 points gave them their third win and a chance to break the streak. As expected, everything came down to the final game and the final box. Tied entering the last box, the Tigers outscored the Angels 4-1 to force another split. Will the Angels extend the streak next week or suffer the same fate as the Mets?

Paul Noel substituted for Mike Zanelli Sr. of the Giants. Bill Beckwith hoped to

join the other Beckwiths in the win column and expected this to be the Red Sox’s week, especially with Zanelli Sr. absent. What he did not realize was that Noel would prove to be a formidable replacement.

The Red Sox had their chance in game one. Trailing by one entering the final box, they scored only one point while Noel answered with four. Despite Beckwith’s 41 points, game two was a repeat of game one. The score was tied after 11 boxes before Noel’s double secured another Giants victory. The Giants handed the Red Sox their first win in game three as young standouts Adam Fortier and Matt Valentin combined for 13 opens—roughly the equivalent of giving away an entire game. Fortier led the scoring in game four as the Giants cruised to a double-digit win.

The best the Red Sox could hope for was a split. Beckwith edged Noel 41-36 in game five for their second win. Fortier and Valentin repeated their struggles from game three with another 13 opens in the finale, allowing the teams to split the match. Beckwith’s season-best 140-point series was the second-leading A Division score.

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Postcards From Afar: Southeast Alaska Safari on an UnCruise Adventure

By Susan Cornell

Special to Living

The kayaking proved much tougher than the previous day’s relaxed paddle. Our group of six covered quite a distance in two hours. We encountered rain, sun, wind, calm water, and rough conditions, but were rewarded with beautiful scenery along with otters, seals, and dozens of eagles.

The afternoon hike to Lake Eva was spectacular. The trailhead is accessible only by floatplane or boat. Not only were we wowed by the natural beauty, but we also learned about Alaska’s flora, fauna, and history.

That evening we headed into Peril Strait, watching whales as Safari Endeavour wound back and forth through the narrowest section of our journey. We anchored in Fish Bay overnight before entering Neva Strait on the way to Krestof Sound the following morning. It wasn’t as narrow as Peril Strait, but still worth getting up early to see.

For our final day in the Magoun Islands, our OPS choice was a full-day “yak and whack,” which, as the name implies, combined kayaking through the islands and lagoon with bushwhacking onshore. We enjoyed a boxed lunch and wine in the wilderness.

Again, despite being literally in the Pacific Ocean, the water was perfectly calm, allowing us to enjoy the quiet except for paddles dipping into the water and the calls of birds.

This bushwhack was the toughest yet and was described as an “adult jungle gym.” We navigated deadfall by climbing over and under trees, traversing moss, avoiding bear scat, and crossing a muskeg.

The usual wildlife appeared — otters, eagles, assorted birds, and even a mink. There clearly were bears nearby, and we remained on high alert throughout the excursion.

For those not interested in spending seven hours “yaking and whacking,” there were skiff tours where guides took passengers out as long and as far as they wished within reason, as well as easy and moderate hikes. Guests who skipped the all-day excursion

could instead choose two separate OPS.

On our final evening, the guides presented a slideshow featuring photographs from the week’s adventures. Following the presentation, a full rainbow framed the Alaskan coast — an incredible ending to an incredible week, and one we nearly skipped because we feared too much rain would ruin the experience.

As it turned out, the forecast had been greatly exaggerated, and the weather neither canceled

nor dampened a single OPS activity all week. Between disembarkation and our flight out of Sitka, we had time to visit Sitka National Historical Park. Though Alaska’s smallest national park, it is rich in both history and beauty. The park is home to Tlingit and Haida totem poles nestled in a rainforest of giant Sitka spruce trees. Other guests visited the Alaska Raptor Center or picked up last-minute souvenirs.

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fortable and well maintained.

Safari Endeavour accommodates 84 guests in 42 cabins and carries a crew of 34 to 37. This sailing hosted 63 guests from Australia, the United Kingdom, and regions throughout the United States.

The ship features four decks, a roomy lounge, dining room, sun deck, outdoor fitness center, and two hot tubs. Onboard equipment includes an EZ Dock launch platform, paddleboards, kayaks, and inflatable skiffs.

Food was local, sustainable,

and good, and all meals were plated — no buffet body checks required. Portion sizes were perfect, and half portions or split portions were always available. Service was stellar.

UnCruise emphasizes ecofriendly and sustainable practices, focusing on minimizing environmental impact through small group sizes, local sourcing, waste reduction, conservation, and advocacy.

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Photos by Susan and Bob Cornell

A whale sculpture overlooks the waterfront in Southeast Alaska.

Fresh seafood is served aboard the Safari Endeavour during an UnCruise Adventures expedition in Alaska.

Photos by Susan and Bob Cornell

Calm waters and dense coastal forest highlight the remote wilderness scenery of Southeast Alaska.

A calm wilderness lake reflects the mountains of Southeast Alaska near Baranof Island.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 18

Reception and Sale for 5th Annual Art Show:

5 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Features works by local artists, including artwork celebrating Madison’s Bicentennial. For info, call 203-2457365.

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 860767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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 203782-2287 or rise@gnhcp.org, or visit gnhcp.org/americana.

: 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.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20

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 independence. Hosted by the Hyland House Museum. For info or tickets, visit hylandhouse.org.

Rummage Sale and Farm Market

: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Congregational Church in Killingworth, 273 Rte. 81. Features a rummage sale with food, treats, and household treasures, along with an outdoor farm market offering fresh goods, handmade items, and local products. Vendor spaces available. Family-friendly event. For info, contact 860-663-1789 or office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit killingworthchurch.org.

Antique Cars, Buggies and Sleighs

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features antique cars, buggies, and sleighs. Part of the Saturday Farmers Market series, which also includes historical crafts and exhibits. For info, call 203-457-0770 or visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

Calendar for the Week of June 18, 2026

Life-Sized Candyland Summer Reading Kickoff:

9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features games, activities, challenges, and prizes as part of the library’s “Plant a Seed: READ!” 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.

Plant Dye Presentation

: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Bauer Park, 245 Copse Rd., Madison. Master gardener Dee Rapposelli will present a program on creating natural dyes from plants, including information on fiber dyes used during the Colonial and post-Revolutionary eras. Features prepared dye pots, tools, materials, and samples of dyed fiber. Cost: $18. For info, call 203-414-2869 or visit ctmadisonweb.myvscloud.com.

American Heroines

: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Patty Carver presents a one-woman musical portraying Catherine Coffin, Mother Jones, Molly Pitcher, and Prudence Crandall. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Open House and Summer Market

: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. Features local vendors on the museum grounds and admission to the current Madison 200 exhibit. Free. For info, contact 203-245-4567 or office@madisonhistory.org.

Postcards From Afar: Southeast Alaska Safari on an UnCruise Adventure

Evenings did not include magicians, bingo, gambling, or flashy productions typical of larger cruise ships. Instead, guides presented talks on topics including bears, marine mammals, tides, and the “wood wide web.”

What you get on UnCruise includes transfers, entry fees to national parks and preserves, adventure activities and equipment, alcohol, expedition guides, and guest experts. Wi-Fi is limited and unavailable during the day or within national parks, wildlife preserves, and protected areas to preserve the remote wilderness experience. It’s part of the design and referred to as a “digital detox.”

UnCruise is not for everyone, but it is heaven for travelers who are active, outdoorsy, and adventurous. Nature and wildlife enthusiasts seeking immersion

also would be happy guests. This trip is best suited for travelers of any age — including children — who value experiences over luxury.

We are already ready to book our next adventure.

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 husband and rescue puggle.

Meditation and Reiki with Jennifer

Photos by Susan and Bob Cornell

full rainbow stretches across the Alaskan coast at the conclusion of an UnCruise Adventures expedition in Southeast Alaska.

Get ‘Crazy’: Goodspeed Stages ‘Fun, Innocent, Silly, Tap-dancing Spectacular’

By Kristina Dorsey

Special to Living

Michael Fling says the musical comedy “Crazy for You” is a quintessential Goodspeed show.

“It is exactly the show that parts of the audience wish we would do all the time — fun, innocent, silly, tapdancing spectacular with big costumes and big sets. And a glorious Gershwin score,” he said.

The production, which bows Friday at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, pulls together some of George and Ira Gershwin’s greatest tunes, including “I Got Rhythm,” “Someone to Watch Over Me” and “Embraceable You.”

“This is kind of the ultimate Gershwin jukebox musical. There are a number of those shows that exist, but I think this one takes the cake. … It’s the gold standard of these types of shows,” Fling said.

And while “Crazy for You” — which premiered on Broadway in 1992 — was ostensibly inspired by the Gershwins’ 1930 musical “Girl Crazy,” it features more Gershwin

songs than are in the film and a mostly new plot, courtesy of “Lend Me a Tenor” scribe Ken Ludwig, who co-conceived it with director Mike Ockrent.

“Crazy for You” is about the power of theater and musicals, and, in the story, the arts bring a town back together. The tale begins with this: Bobby would love nothing more than to be a Broadway star and dreams of being in the Zangler Follies, but in reality, he’s a banker. He is sent to Dead Rock, Nevada, to foreclose on an abandoned theater. But when he gets there, he falls in love with a young woman whose father happens to own that theater. Bobby decides he can save the town and get the girl by putting on a show.

When she discovers he’s really in town to foreclose on the theater, she wants nothing to do with him. So Bobby, in good musical-comedy tradition, disguises himself as someone else — Broadway producer Bela Zangler, who is originally from Hungary.

Fling is Goodspeed’s associate artistic director. He has directed productions at the Goodspeed’s developmental Terris Theatre in Chester, but this is his first time helming a production on its iconic Opera House stage in East Haddam.

When Goodspeed leaders had decided to do “Crazy for You,” the first thought was that Kelli Barclay needed to choreograph it. Fling recalled the prevailing feeling: “She’s perfect for it. It’s exactly her show.”

Then, it was a matter of finding a director who would pair well with Barclay. Fling made a list of potential options, and Goodspeed reached out to the top choice. But that person wasn’t super responsive, they couldn’t figure out a time to chat, and weeks went by, Fling said. He noted that that isn’t something that happens often with Goodspeed.

Donna Lynn Hilton, Goodspeed’s artistic director, figured they should ‘Invisible direction’

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Photo by Sarah Gordon/The Day

David Andrew Morton, playing Lank Hawkins, and Hailey Thomas, playing Irene Roth, work through a scene during rehearsals for Goodspeed Musicals' "Crazy for You" in East Haddam on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

Director Michael Fling works with cast members during rehearsals for Goodspeed Musicals' production of "Crazy for You" at their rehearsal hall in East Haddam on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

Photo by Sarah Gordon/The Day

Ensemble members rehearse a musical number as the showgirls during rehearsals for Goodspeed Musicals' "Crazy for You" in East Haddam on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

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move on, and Fling pulled up his list of potential directors again.

“Literally, like a flash of lightning, I was like: Maybe I should suggest myself to do ‘Crazy for You.’ I don’t know the show that well, but I can do that. I looked up from my phone and my list, and Donna Lynn was staring me right in the eyes and said, ‘What if you did “Crazy for You”?’ I was like, ‘I literally just had the same thought.’ It was, I guess we would say, kismet,” Fling said, adding that it reflects his and Hilton’s relationship, where they often think the same things.

Fling — who had never seen “Crazy for You” onstage — took the weekend to read the script. His response was enthusiastic.

“This is so heartwarming and charming and fun and silly. I really see the heart in these characters and what the story is. I also understand that it’s ultimately about the numbers, and in a lot of ways, people should leave the show not talking about my direction at all. It should feel like a work of invisible direction,” he said.

Fling said he loves a classic musical, and “Crazy for You” behaves like one, but it has more of a contemporary sensibility since it was written in the 1990s. It also is funny and romantic. He keeps it rooted in a reality that feels authentic and not schticky, while also giving it a heightened sense so that all of the wacky things featured in the plot can happen. And he noted that the production has a brilliant company of actors who are all very funny and have good impulses.

‘Music Man’ and directing

Fling, who grew up in Oklahoma, said he was one of those kids who was always putting on shows on the holidays and organizing his cousins for performances.

When his grandmother heard their local Tulsa high school was auditioning youngsters for a production of “The Music Man,” she told Michael he should go, particularly since he looked like Ron Howard, who played a role in the film version of the musical. Fling got the part and “I haven’t really looked back since.”

While most kids who are interested in the theater want to act, Fling, even from a young age, figured that he’d act but then transition into directing. He said he liked performing, but his type didn’t match what he would do vocally.

“I’m a character guy, but I (was) 18. What are you going to do with that? I’m

funny, I can do bits, but nobody wants an 18-year-old David Hyde Pierce,” he said.

While doing his college search, Fling saw that Webster University in St. Louis, Mo., had an undergraduate theater directing program. They only have a maximum of three spots available each year, and Fling got one.

He has gone on to direct numerous shows, including “My Fair Lady” at the Hartt School in Hartford, “Shrek the Musical” for Craft Productions of Oklahoma, and “The Great Emu War” at Goodspeed’s Terris Theatre.

Fling has also produced eight shows at Goodspeed, including “Crazy for You.”

Fling, who started working at Goodspeed in 2019, is still doing his regular job as well. He recently had to leave a “Crazy for You” rehearsal early to direct the performances at the Goodspeed gala honoring legendary composer Andrew Lloyd Web-

ber. That same weekend, he attended callbacks for the children up for roles in Goodspeed’s revival of “Annie.”

At the same time, he noted that he is lucky that Hilton is more than capable of handling anything he isn’t able to get to, and producing assistant Jakob Harding can help out as well.

This is the first time that someone in Goodspeed’s artistic staff has directed a mainstage show, but Fling said it’s not unusual at other theaters. It just happened that the people in those jobs at Goodspeed weren’t also directors.

Fling said that any time he gets to direct a musical, he still feels like a kid in a candy store or on Christmas morning.

“I can’t believe I get to wake up and do this — come to work and do this with immensely talented people that are all kind of coming together to do this thing and play pretend on a budget,” he said.

Fling hopes people leave “Crazy for You” with “pure, unadulterated joy. A song in their heart and a smile on their face. Musicals at their heart were rooted in escapism. I think we could absolutely use an escape from the world right now. ‘Crazy for You’ is the perfect escape.”

k.dorsey@theday.com

IF YOU GO

What: “Crazy for You”

Where: The Goodspeed, 6 Main St., East Haddam

When: Runs June 19-Aug. 9; performances are at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Wed., 7:30 p.m. Thurs. and Fri., 2 and 7:30 p.m. Sat., and 2 p.m. Sun. There are also shows at 2 p.m. on select Thursdays and 6:30 p.m. on select Sundays.

Tickets: Start at $35

Contact: (860) 873-8668, goodspeed.org

Photo by Sarah Gordon/The Day

Ensemble members rehearse a musical number for Goodspeed Musicals' "Crazy for You" at their rehearsal hall in East Haddam on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

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: 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.

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. Lawrence Church, 7 Hemlock Drive, Killingworth. Features strawberry shortcake with homemade biscuits and whipped cream, Café Laurel pulled pork sandwiches, a bake sale, children’s games, and more. Free parking. Cash only. For info, email rumblingrock@sbcglobal.net.

: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beech Tree Cottages, 1187 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features a curated group of artists exhibiting and selling original artwork on the grounds of Beech Tree Cottages. Complimentary beverages and light refreshments. Free admission and parking. For info, contact 203-245-2676 or events@beechtreecottages.com, or visit beechtreecottages.com.

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.

: 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 program. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

: 2 to 3:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Participants will create a painted wood sign featuring “Hello Summer.” All supplies included. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

: 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.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 AND

SUNDAY, JUNE 21

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.

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.

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

Colonial Escape Room

: Sessions begin at 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, and 5:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Participants solve puzzles about the 13 colonies and learn about colonial America. Recommended for ages 8 and older. Registration required. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

: 2 p.m. Virtual program presented by Essex Library. Authors discuss , 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.

Plant the Seed Learning Series: Growing Tall & Strong Dance Adventure

The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook Little Sunflower

: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Children ages 3 to 8 are invited to join Julianne Guarnieri of Little Leaps Dance Adventures for an interactive dance program exploring the life cycle of a plant through movement, creativity, and imaginative play. Includes a reading of by Melanie Joyce. Registration required. Free. For 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 science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities. For grades 2 to 6. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Ivoryton Library Annual Meeting

: 5 p.m. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St. Features a review of the library's activities during the past year, goals for the coming year, and an opportunity to meet trustees. Refreshments will be served. Open to members and those interested in becoming members. For info or to register, contact 860767-1252 or cgoodrich@ivorytonlibrary.org, or visit ivorytonlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24

Unearth a Story

: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features fossils, Connecticut's state dinosaur, and a hands-on craft presented by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and Dinosaur State Park. Recommended for grades PreK-5. Registration required. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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.

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Summer Reading Kickoff with RI Pirate Guy

Strawberry Festival:

Beech Tree Art Fair

Fireside Chats with Local Authors: Shannon White

Pokémon Club

Crafts with Natalie: Hello Summer Wood Stencil Painted Sign Open Dance Party

Village. The Historical Society will offer guided village walking tours on June 27, July 25, Aug. 29 and Sept. 26.

Essex Historical Society Offers Summer Walking Tours

The Essex Historical Society will offer a series of guided walking tours this summer, beginning with a special program in Ivoryton and continuing with four tours in Essex Village.

The first tour is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, June 20, and is presented in partnership with the Essex Historical Society, Essex Land Trust and Ivoryton Library.

Essex Land Trust steward Scott McCoid will lead a walking tour of the Millrace Preserve, exploring Ivoryton’s history, the company that built it and the

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flood that marked the end of an era. Historical Society guide Ellen Clark will then continue the walk through Ivoryton, highlighting historic buildings and sites throughout the village.

Participants will hear stories of mill workers, shopkeepers and business owners who helped shape the community.

The tour will begin at the Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St., Ivoryton. Parking is available on Ivory Street at the Millrace Preserve and in the public lot at Ivoryton Green. The event is weather dependent, and organizers will notify registrants if it must be canceled.

While the walk covers mostly flat

ground, some terrain is uneven. Comfortable footwear is recommended.

The Historical Society will also offer guided walking tours of Essex Village led by Brien Riedell. The tours explore the maritime history of 18th-century Potapaug, its working waterfront, shipbuilding prominence in the early 19th century and its evolution into a visitor destination.

Essex Village tours begin at 5 p.m. at the foot of Main Street in front of the Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Scheduled dates are Saturdays, June 27, July 25, Aug. 29 and Sept. 26.

The walks are open to the public. A $10 donation is suggested, and active Essex

Summer Nights Karaoke Kickoff

Historical Society members may attend free of charge. Tours last about an hour and cover slightly less than a mile on mostly flat terrain.

Advance registration is encouraged. For information or to arrange a customized tour, visit essexhistory.org.

The Essex Historical Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Centerbrook, Essex and Ivoryton through educational programs, tours, research projects and community events.

: 4 to 6 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Features games, crafts, face painting, and ice cream to launch the summer reading program. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

Summer Reading Kick-Off 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.

: 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.

Wildlife Conservation in America

: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo presents a program on native wildlife and conservation. For children entering grades 1-6. Registration required. For info, call 203-3156020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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Photo courtesy of the Essex Historical Society

Participants explore the Millrace Preserve during a previous Essex Historical Society walking tour. The Historical Society, Essex Land Trust and Ivoryton Library will present a guided walking tour of Ivoryton on June 20.

Participants gather outside the Connecticut River Museum during an Essex Historical Society walking tour of Essex

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: 1 to 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features patriotic tie-dye activities, pizza, video games, and additional activities. For grades 5 to 12. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Certified instructor Sharon Didato introduces Tai Chi walking and movement techniques designed to improve posture, balance, strength, and mindfulness. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

: 4 to 5:15 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features hands-on activities exploring the daily lives of children in colonial Connecticut. Recommended for ages 5 and older. Registration required. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Manos: The Hands of Fate

6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features a screening of as part of a summer film series. Bring a chair or blanket. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Manos: The Hands of Fate

: 6 to 7 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Presented by the Connecticut Museum of Culture & History. Features artifacts and stories related to the Black experience in Connecticut. Registration required. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Stony Creek Forum: Alfred Dreyfus, Jewish Identity and Antisemitism: Past and Present

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

The Sour Grape

: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Story and snack-making program inspired by Jory John's . 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.

Laughter for LVVS: A Night of Comedy and Giving

: 6 to 9 p.m. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features comedians Howie Mason and Andrea Henry, along with a silent auction, raffle, dinner, and drinks to benefit Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore. Cost: $50, includes buffet dinner and one drink ticket. For info or tickets, call 860-399-0280 or visit lvvs.org.

Barry & Bette: The Music of Bette Midler and Barry Manilow

: 7 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Madison Lyric Stage opens its Summer Festival with a tribute concert featuring songs made famous by Barry Manilow and Bette Midler, including Mandy, Copacabana, Wind Beneath My Wings, and The Rose. Tickets: $40. For info or tickets, call 203215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.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.

THURSDAY, JUNE 25 THROUGH SATURDAY, JUNE 27

of Acton Public Library Book and Bake Sale

: 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, 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.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27

Nutmeg Anthology Poetry Reading

Nutmeg Anthology

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features readings by contributing poets from , 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.

Rising Strawberry Moon Festival

: 1 to 7:30 p.m. Surf Club, 87 Surf Club Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Town of Madison as part of the Madison 200 celebration. Features live music, food trucks, nonprofit organizations, merchants, a Strawberry Cake Bake-Off, awards, games, and a performance by the North Congregational Church drumming group welcoming the rising Strawberry Moon. Rain 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.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28

Stamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show

: Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, noon. Guilford High School Performing Arts Center, 605 New England Rd. Presented by the Guilford Youth & Family Services Family Theatre Program. Student production of the musical featuring classic songs and characters. Appropriate for all ages. Runtime approximately 90 minutes with one 15-minute intermission. Tickets: $15 general admission. For info or tickets, call 203-453-8047 or visit guilfordyouthandfamilyservices.org. : 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. YMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored by the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit nhps1914.com.

Artist Reception for

Moments in Time

Annie :

2 to 4 p.m. Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek, 55 Kings Highway, Chester. Features a reception with artist Liz Egan for her exhibit of printmaking and painting. Kosher refreshments available. Free and open to the public. For info, call 860-526-8920 or 860-304-7345.

Barry & Bette: The Music of Bette Midler and Barry Manilow

: 4 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Madison Lyric Stage’s Summer Festival tribute concert celebrating the music of Barry Manilow and Bette Midler. Tickets: $40. For info or tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.

Celebrate Saybrook Street Party

: 4 to 8:30 p.m. Main St., Old Saybrook. Features live entertainment, food, vendors, and craft beer. Concludes with a 9 p.m. drone show celebrating America 250. For info, visit sayoldsaybrook.com.

Coastal Chic Fashion Show

: 4:30 p.m. Pine Orchard Country Club, 2 Club Parkway, Branford. Presented by the Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance (BACA). Features coastal-inspired fashions and children’s styles. Cost: $75. Proceeds benefit BACA cultural and educational programming. For info or tickets, visit branfordarts.org.

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Tween and Teen Pizza Scene

Adult Tai Chi Basics with Sharon Didato

Colonial Kids

Worst Movies Ever Made: Black History in Connecticut

Friends

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MONDAY, JUNE 29

Monday Funday for Teens: Mario Party

3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features Nintendo Switch Mario Party games. For teens ages 12 to 18. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Art with Kristin

: 4 to 5:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features painting instruction with artist and educator Kristin Cafferty. Theme: crab and seashore scene. For grades 2 to 6. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 30

Tea and Talk

: 2 p.m. Lillian’s Landing Pergola, across the parking lot behind Pa’s Place, 514 Whitfield St., Guilford. Open to seniors. Features relaxed conversation in a shaded outdoor setting. Hosted by Shoreline Village. In case of rain, the event will be held at Pa’s Place. For info, contact 203-747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org.

Plant the Seed Learning Series: Sewing Workshop

: 2 to 5 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Youth ages 10 to 18 are invited to learn sewing machine basics with Andrea of Glimmering Girl Studio and create a small quilted "mug rug." Supplies and sewing machines provided. Adult helpers are welcome and recommended for children under 12. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Abigail Adams: America’s First Second Lady

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Onewoman show presented by Sheryl Faye featuring the life and writings of Abigail Adams. Free and open to all. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

THURSDAY, JULY 2

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.

Unearth a Fossil

: 4:30 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Features a fossil

WHS to Present Program on Revolutionary War Submarine

Press Release from the Westbrook Historical Society

The Westbrook Historical Society will present a PowerPoint program on David Bushnell’s submarine, the , at 7 p.m. July 22 at Westbrook Town Hall, 866 Boston Post Rd.

Frederick J. Frese and Roy R. Manstan, who built, launched and tested a full-size working replica of the , will lead the presentation. The pair later co-authored the book “Turtle: David Bushnell’s Revolutionary Vessel.”

A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation at the model displayed in Town Hall. For more information, visit www.west brookcthistorical.org.

Authors and researchers Frederick J. Frese and Roy R. Manstan will discuss David Bushnell’s Revolutionary War submarine, the Turtle, during a July 22 program presented by the Westbrook Historical Society.

workshop for children presented by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Part of the Unearth a Story summer reading program. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

Voices and Visions of the American Revolution

: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a screening reel based on The American Revolution, a documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, followed by a discussion. Free. Seating is limited. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Americana Cookout and Madison's Fireworks

: 6 p.m. Madison Beach Hotel, 94 West Wharf Rd. Community cookout on the hotel lawn and beach overlooking Madison's Independence Day fireworks celebration. Features summertime favorites, a beach bar, and live music from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled to begin during the 9 p.m. hour. Free admission; food and beverages available for purchase. Rain date: July 10. For info, contact 203-245-1404 or Marketing@DHGHotels.com, or visit eventvesta.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 4

48th Annual Four on the Fourth Road Race

: 9 a.m. Chester village. Presented by the Chester Rotary Club. USATF-sanctioned road race through the village of Chester. Timing by Super Race Systems. Team and individual awards will be presented. Fees: $35 for adults through May 31; $40 through July 4; $15 for children under 16. Proceeds benefit local charities and nonprofit organizations. For info or to register, visit runsignup.com (search “Chester Rotary Four on the Fourth”) or chesterrotary.org.

Independence Day Boat Parade

: Noon to 3 p.m. Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Features a boat parade beginning at 2 p.m., cannon fire, museum exhibits, and a children's activity. In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, museum admission is discounted by $2.50. For info, call 860-767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.

Ringing of Bells by Town Green Churches

Shoreline Sailing Club Event

: 7 p.m. Old

FRIDAY, JULY 3

SUNDAY, JULY 5

A Day in the Revolution at Pardee-Morris House

Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and older. Features information on sailing, boating, kayaking, hiking, and other club activities. Guests welcome. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com. : 6

: 2 p.m. Guilford Town Green. Part of the America 250 Guilford celebration series. For info, contact tarutisj@guilfordct.gov. : Noon to 4 p.m. Pardee-Morris House, 325 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven. Features Revolutionary War reenactments by the 54th Regiment of Foot with musket drills, fife-and-drum music, colonial crafts, and games. Free. For info or weather updates, visit newhavenmuseum.org.

Guilford Celebrates 250 Ceremony and Concert

Fourth of July Concert on the Green

p.m. Madison Green, 8 Meeting House Lane. Celebrates Independence Day, America’s 250th anniversary, and Madison’s 200th anniversary. Features a performance by the Lancraft Fife & Drum Corps at 6 p.m., followed by the Wallingford Symphony Orchestra at 7 p.m. under the direction of Maestro Philip Ventre, presenting “Echoes of Our Past in Spirit and Song.” Free. Reserved seating in front of the stage is available for sponsors. Bring chairs and a picnic dinner. Rain date: Sunday, July 5 at the same time. For info or sponsorship opportunities, visit madisonculturalarts.org.

: 5 p.m. Guilford Town Green. Part of the America 250 Guilford celebration series. For info, contact tarutisj@guilfordct.gov.

MONDAY, JULY 6 THROUGH

THURSDAY, JULY 9

Community Service Camp: Grades 7 to 12

: 9 a.m. to noon, Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program includes a food drive, assisting local community partners, and meal preparation at the Estuary. $35 residents; $40 non-residents. Registration required. For info, visit osyfs.org.

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Turtle

Turtle Turtle

Photo courtesy of the Westbrook Historical Society

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ONGOING EVENTS

Art Exhibits

Andrews Memorial Town Hall

Spring Members Exhibition

: 54 E. Main St., Clinton: For info, visit clintonartsocietyct.org/exhibitions. Clinton Art Society : Runs through June 25.

77th Annual Summer Juried Exhibition

: Runs July 1 through 30. Presented by the Clinton Art Society. Juried by artist David Dunlop. Features works by local and regional artists in a variety of fine art media.

Congregation

Moments in Time

: 55 Kings Highway, Chester. For info, call 860-526-8920. : Works by Liz Egan in printmaking and painting. Runs through July 31.

Connecticut River Museum

: 67 Main St., Essex. For info, visit ctrivermuseum.org.

The Famous Water Machine of Connecticut: How Grit, Determination, and Ingenuity Launched a New Era of Submarine Warfare

: Runs through July 12.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library

: 801 Boston Post Rd. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

5th Annual Art Show

: Works by the Tuesday Morning Painters, including artwork celebrating Madison’s Bicentennial. Runs through July 30.

Essex Library

: 33 West Ave. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Karen Israel Art Exhibit

: Runs through June 30.

Guilford Art Center

: 411 Church St. For info, call 203453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

New Haven Paint and Clay Club Exhibition

: Runs through June 20. Features original artwork in paint and clay by members of the New Haven Paint and Clay Club.

Guilford Free Library

: 67 Park St. For info, visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Nature Photography Exhibit by Frank Bartlett Sr.

: Runs through June 30.

Keyes Gallery, Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library

146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. For info, call 203-4888702 or visit wwml.org.

Along the Shoreline:

Recent Paintings by Dennis Masback: Runs through July 6.

Madison Historical Society: Allis-Bushnell House Museum

Madison Historical Society, Lee’s Academy

: 14 Meeting House Ln. For info, call 203-245-4567 or email office@madisonhistory.org.

A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years

: Runs through late fall.

New Haven Museum

: 114 Whitney Ave. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.

Pronounced Ah-Beetz

: Runs through October 2027.

Pratt House

: 19 West Ave., Essex. For info, call 860-7670681 or visit essexhistory.org.

General Stores of Essex

: June through September.

Student Exhibits

: June through September.

1776–2026: Essex Celebrates America

: June through September.

Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church

: 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. For info, contact 860-434-1621 or office@saintannsoldlyme.org, or visit saintannsoldlyme.org.

Between Heaven and Earth

: Oil paintings by Margarita Maxson. Runs through Aug. 30.

Susan Powell Fine Art

: 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, contact 203-318-0616 or susanpowellfineart@gmail.com, or visit susanpowellfineart.com.

Light and Vibration

: Runs through July 5. Solo exhibition by David Dunlop featuring paintings exploring light, atmosphere, water, landscapes, and city scenes.

Spectrum Art Gallery

: 61 Main St., Centerbrook. For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.

Forces of Nature

: Runs through July 3.

Stony Creek Medical Center

: 6-12 Business Park Dr., Branford. For info, contact 203-494-5538 or margaux.farrell@rootcenter.org.

New Beginnings

: Runs through June 19. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Yale University Art Gallery

: 1111 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, call 203-432-0600 or visit artgallery.yale.edu/visit/exhibitions

August Sander’s People of the 20th Century

: Runs through June 28.

Jes Fan: Unbounded

: Runs through June 28.

Keeping Alive the Remembrance: Commemorating America's Founding, 1776–1876

: Runs through Oct. 11.

Music

Bill’s Seafood Restaurant:

Rte. 1, Westbrook. For info, call 860-399-7224 or visit BillsSeafood.com.

First and third Wednesdays: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Corinthian Jazz Band.

First and third Fridays: 7 to 9 p.m. Bill’s Seafood All-Star Jazz Band.

Second and fourth Fridays: 6:30 to 9 p.m. The Modeans. Saturdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Various performers. Sundays: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Various performers.

Connecticut River Museum

: 67 Main St., Essex. For info, call 860-767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.

Tuesdays: 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Runs through June 30. Shanties & Sails.

Thursdays: 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. July 9 through Aug. 27. Thursdays on the Dock. Free concerts featuring different performers weekly.

104 Mill Rd., Guilford. No cover. For info, call 203-214-5874. Mondays: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Big Swing Band with Tuxedo Junction.

Edward A. Norton VFW Post 7666: Guilford Free Library

: 67 Park St. For info or to register (required), call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Thursdays: 7 p.m. June 25 through July 30. No concert on July 2. Outdoor Summer Concert Series.

Madison Beach Hotel

: 94 W. Wharf Rd. For info, contact 203-245-1404 or Marketing@DHGHotels.com, or visit eventvesta.com/events/149306/t/tickets.

Thursdays: 7:30 to 9 p.m. June 25 through Aug. 28. Grassy Strip Music Series. Free outdoor concerts. Different performers weekly.

Nightingale’s Acoustic Café:

68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. For info, email gstevens@musicnowfoundation.org or visit musicnowfoundation.org.

Tuesdays: 6 to 8 p.m. Runs through June. Cost: $5. Various performers.

Fridays: 7 to 9 p.m. Runs select Friday nights through June. Second Friday Open Mic with Terri LaChance and Musical Community Spotlight.

Saturdays: 7 p.m. Runs through June. Sweet Saturday Night. Various performers.

Seaview Bistro at Water's Edge Resort & Spa

: 1525

Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. For info, visit watersedgeresortandspa.com.

Fridays and Saturdays: 9 p.m. to midnight. Various performers.

The Choo Choo Lounge at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina:

2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-3952000.

Thursdays and Sundays: 6 to 9 p.m. Live music.

The Highliner III:

139 Essex Rd., Westbrook. For info, call 860-399-5042 or visit thehighliner3.com.

Fridays and Saturdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Live music. Second and fourth Thursdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Open mic.

: 853 Boston Post Rd. For info, call 203-245-4567 or email office@madisonhistory.org. Runs through late fall.

Madison 200 Exhibit:

Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek

Ivoryton Playhouse Presents Tony Award-Winning Musical ‘1776’

Ivoryton Playhouse continues its summer season with the Tony Award-winning musical , starring Broadway’s Mark Aldrich. The production begins with a preview performance June 25, opens June 26 and runs through July 26 at Ivoryton Playhouse, 103 Main St., Ivoryton.

With music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone, brings one of the most consequential moments in American history to the stage with humor, urgency, and heart. Set during the sweltering summer of 1776, the musical follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and the members of the Continental Congress as they struggle to agree on the bold and dangerous act of declaring independence from Great Britain.

1776

Rather than presenting history as a series of dates and events, the musical focuses on the personalities, debates, and political maneuvering that shaped the birth of the nation. Through sharp wit, memorable songs, and dramatic conflict, explores the challenges of leadership, compromise, courage, and the cost of freedom.

the story feel not only historic, but incredibly alive.”

Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical, has remained a favorite of audiences for generations for its rich characters, stirring score, and timely questions about government, representation, and national identity.

“ reminds us that American democracy was never simple, quiet, or inevitable,” said Ben Hope, executive pro-

ducer of Ivoryton Playhouse. “It was argued into existence by imperfect people facing enormous pressure, and that makes

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The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center:

300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, visit thekate.org or chestnuthillsconcerts.org.

Fridays: 7:30 p.m. Runs Aug. 7 through Aug. 28. Chestnut Hill Concerts. Features chamber music programs with works by Mozart, Kodály, Schumann, Saint-Saëns, Debussy, Brahms, Schubert, Beethoven, and Prokofiev. Programs and artists subject to change.

The Tap Room at The Griswold Inn:

36 Main St., Essex. No cover charge. For info, call 860-767-1776 or visit griswoldinn.com.

Fridays: 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Psychedelic ‘60s.

The Shore Line Trolley Museum:

17 River St., East Haven. Cost: $5 suggested donation. For info, call 203467-6927 or visit shorelinetrolley.org.

First Tuesday: 6 to 9 p.m. Bluegrass acoustic and traditional music.

The Wharf: Groups and Activities

A Journey Through America’s Past:

Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. For info, call 203-350-0014 or visit thewharfmadison.com. Fridays: 8 to 10 p.m. Acoustic Fridays. Various performers. 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Via Zoom. Sponsored by the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. Free. Registration is required to

receive a Zoom link. For info, contact 203-245-5695 or gillespiee@madisonct.org.

Acoustics Club:

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. On temporary break for winter. Bring your own acoustic instrument. No registration required. For info, call 203245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Adult Movie Night

: 6 to 8 p.m. First Wednesday. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Bring snacks and a beverage (covered, nonalcoholic). For info, including the movie title, or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Alateen Meeting

: 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays. First Congregational Church of Guilford, enter from rear parking lot at 122 Broad St., second floor, Room 9. Support group for ages 11 to 19 affected by someone else’s drinking. AlAnon and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held concurrently at the church. For info, email alateen@ctalanon.org.

America 250 Storytime: Reading Is Revolutionary

10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through July 28. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features stories highlighting individuals who helped shape the nation, along with fingerplays, songs, and free play activities. Open to children and caregivers. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Director Kenn McLaughlin said the musical’s enduring appeal comes from its portrayal of the nation’s founders as complex individuals.

“The greatest gift gives us is to make these men deeply human alongside powerful debates on race, the threat of civil rebellion, the leverage of popular media, a megalomaniacal leader, economic uncertainty, unpopular war, and fear of change; this is the story of 1776,” McLaughlin said.

The production stars Mark Aldrich, whose Broadway credits include , Disney’s , and

My Fair Lady Newsies: The Musical Ragtime

. According to the Playhouse, the production is among the largest mounted on its historic stage, featuring 26 professional actors, an eight-member orchestra, and an eight-member design team.

Tickets are available through the Ivoryton Playhouse box office at 860-767-7318 or online at ivorytonplayhouse.org. 1776

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group:

5 to 6 p.m.

Second Tuesday. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Free. No registration. For info, call 860-767-1560.

Art Critique Series (General Critique Session):

10 a.m.

to noon. First Thursday. Via Zoom. Artists may send works as jpeg attachments prior to the session to casclinton@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Clinton Art Society (CAS). For info, email casclinton@gmail.com.

Arts and Entertainment with Deborah Gilbert:

6 p.m. Tuesdays. Valley Shore Community Television Inc., 1587 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. The show can be viewed throughout the State of Connecticut, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and youtube.com. For info, call 203-912-2319 or visit vsctv.com.

ASL 1: Introduction to American Sign Language for Families

: 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays through July 8. Chester Public Library, 21 West Main St., Chester. Four-week beginner course taught by Teacher of the Deaf Kristen Urban. Participants will learn the ASL alphabet and fingerspelling, greetings, family vocabulary, simple sentence structure, and Deaf culture awareness through interactive activities and conversation. No prior experience necessary. Registration appreciated. For info or to register, contact 860-526-0018 or Library@ChesterCT.org, or visit chesterctlibrary.com.

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Press Release from the Ivoryton Playhouse

Photo courtesy of the Ivoryton Playhouse Broadway performer Mark Aldrich stars in Ivoryton Playhouse's production of "1776," opening June 26 and running through July 26 in Ivoryton.

Pardee-Morris House Program Explores Tavern Life in Early Connecticut

Museum educator Rachel Beauchemin will explore the role taverns played in everyday life during at the PardeeMorris House on Sunday, July 26, at 2 p.m.

Tapping Into the Past: Tavern Life in Early Connecticut

Presented as part of the New Haven Museum’s NH250 programming, the talk will examine how taverns served as important social, political, and business centers in early Connecticut communities.

According to legend, the sign that once graced the General Wolfe Tavern in Brooklyn — originally owned by Revolutionary War hero Israel Putnam — was shot at by disgruntled patriots because it depicted a British redcoat officer. Beauchemin will share stories such as these while highlighting examples from the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History’s collection of early Connecticut tavern signs.

Among the featured artifacts is the sign for Phelps’ Inn in North Colebrook, which depicts a seemingly docile lion on one side and a fierce eagle on the other. The imagery was commonly used to symbolize the strength of the young United States against a weakened Great Britain. In the 1600s, every Connecticut town was required to have a tavern, then known as an “ordinary,” to accommodate travelers. But taverns served purposes far beyond food, drink, and lodging.

politics, and commerce. Traveling actors and acrobats performed there, local governments sometimes held court in taverns, and businesses were launched within their walls. Beauchemin notes that the Aetna Fire Insurance Company was founded at a Hartford coffee house in 1819.

Beauchemin is a museum educator at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, where she develops and teaches educational programs for school and adult audiences. She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and women’s studies from Gettysburg College.

The program is part of NH250, an ongoing series developed by the New Haven Museum to complement America’s 250th anniversary and the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The initiative highlights local, inclusive, and lesser-known stories that connect the past with the present.

The Pardee-Morris House, located at 325 Lighthouse Road, dates to about 1780 and is listed on the State and National Register of Historic Places. The house was originally built by Amos Morris around 1750, burned during the British raid on New Haven in 1779, and later rebuilt and expanded by the Morris family.

“Travelers and locals alike saw taverns as a place to be entertained, spread news and gossip, have a good meal, and get a night’s lodging,” Beauchemin said. Taverns also functioned as centers of entertainment,

For more information, visit newhavenmuseum.org.

Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum

The sign from Crofut's Inn.

The sign from the General Wolfe Tavern in Brooklyn.

Press Release from the New Haven Museum

Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum The sign for Phelps' Inn in North Colebrook.

Mystic Museum of Art Announces Luxe, CT: Velvet Mills to Modern Runways

Mystic Museum of Art will present

CT:

, a major summer exhibition exploring the history, artistry, labor, and cultural impact of textiles in Connecticut from the precolonial era through contemporary fashion.

Opening Friday, June 26 and continuing through Sunday, Oct. 11, the exhibition examines how luxury has been created, defined, and transformed over time through material culture, craftsmanship, immigration, and industry.

Inspired by southeastern Connecticut’s historic velvet industry, brings together historic and contemporary examples of beadwork, embroidery, quilts, velvet, and fashion from regional institutional partners and the museum’s permanent collection.

The exhibition is presented in partnership with Historic Stonington, Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, and Mystic Seaport Museum.

Visitors will encounter objects that reveal stories of labor, innovation, community traditions,

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Baby and Me:

and evolving systems of value across generations. The exhibition also highlights contemporary fashion designers with Connecticut ties, including Xarea Lockhart, Toriana Sauro, Christian Siriano, and Peter Som. “ invites visitors to revel in fashion across centuries Luxe, CT

and discover the deeper human stories woven into every textile and garment,” said Alana Ryder, executive director of Mystic Museum of Art. “This exhibition connects regional history to contemporary conversations around identity, community, and creative expression.”

A preview reception for sponsors, lenders, members of the press, hospitality representatives, elected officials, and museum members is scheduled for Wednesday, June 24, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Public programs, workshops, and special events will be offered

throughout the exhibition. Mystic Museum of Art is located at 9 Water St. For more information, visit mystic museumofart.org.

10 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Lap-sit storytime with music and movement for children from birth to 24 months, followed by free play. Registration requested; registration for each class opens three weeks prior to the session date. For info or to register (required), call 860669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Bereaved Parents USA and PS It Hurts Support Group:

10:30 a.m. First Sunday. Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. For grieving parents, grandparents, and siblings suffering the loss of children and family members. For info, call Vanessa Pentz at 203-645-7777.

Bingo:

6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Cost: $12 per person. For info, call 860-3881611.

Books on Tap Book Club:

6 to 7 p.m. Second Wednesday. Myrcene Ale Co., 39 Ragged Rock Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to patrons ages 21 and up. Sponsored by the Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Canasta and Cards

: 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features canasta and other card games in a social setting. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

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

: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Third Thursday. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. All ages welcome. For info, contact 860-526-0018 or ChesterKidLib@gmail.com.

Board Game Club Book Caddy

: 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays, through June 29. Surf Club, 87 Surf Club Rd., Madison. Mobile library services provided by E.C. Scranton Memorial Library. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

Chair Yoga with Martha:

6 to 7 p.m. Fourth Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Chair Yoga with Patricia

: 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Drop-in class. Cost: $12. For info, visit chester.recdesk.com.

Stony Creek Farmers’ Market

: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Stony Creek. Features a weekly market with local produce, baked goods, seafood, meats, crafts, live music, and family activities. For info, call 203-988-9335 or email shreichert@gmail.com, or visit scfarmersmarket.org.

To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

Luxe,

Velvet Mills

Modern Runways

Luxe,

Press Release from the Mystic Museum of Art

Photo courtesy of the Mystic Museum of Art

Christian Siriano's Vote Dress (2021) is featured in Luxe, CT: Velvet Mills to Modern Runways.

Christian Siriano's Futuristic Belle (2014) is featured in Luxe, CT: Velvet Mills to Modern Runways.

Connecticut-born fashion designer Christian Siriano is among the contemporary designers featured in Luxe, CT: Velvet Mills to Modern Runways at Mystic Museum of Art.

Horoscopes Crossword

For the week of June 18 - June 24

ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, physical activity can boost your mood and clear your mind for some big decisions that are ahead this week. Tackle some larger projects.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

Indulge in simple pleasures this week, Taurus. They will lead you to the happiness you deserve. You may discover a new favorite recipe or cozy nook to hang out.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

Networking may feel less like a chore and more like a party this week, Gemini. A chance encounter could open a door to an excellent opportunity.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, right now your home is filled with laughter and shared memories. It’s a great week to host a small gathering or a movie night with close friends to share all the good vibes.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, today you are a beacon of light and a source of inspiration. Use your unique position as a leader to spread positivity and watch good fortune multiply.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you are often a master of finding practical solutions to tricky problems both at work and at home. Your reliable nature is a great gift to those around you.

JUNE 18

Blake Shelton, Singer (50)

JUNE 19

Atticus Shaffer, Actor (28)

JUNE 20

Nicole Kidman, Actress (59)

JUNE 21

Lana Del Rey, Singer (41)

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, some diplomacy this week can help you navigate a complex situation with ease. Find moments for mindful meditation so you can create a calm atmosphere wherever you go.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

If you are brave enough to voice it, a secret wish just might come true, Scorpio. After some difficult days, you can use a bit of magic and mystery to change your perspective.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

YouÕre definitely a glass-half-full kind of person, Sagittarius. This optimism will open doors to a new horizon. A sudden urge to learn something new leads to an opportunity.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

Discipline will be rewarded with a measurable success that can feel very uplifting, Capricorn. Your hard work is finally getting the recognition it deserves.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18

Be your most authentic self this week and watch how it attracts those you want in your circle, Aquarius. A weird coincidence may lead to a funny situation.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, calmer waters ahead allow you to reflect on yourself and recharge your emotional batteries. You may emerge at the end of the week centered and ready for anything.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

JUNE 22

Meryl Streep, Actress (77)

JUNE 23

Jason Mraz, Singer (49)

JUNE 24

Minka Kelly, Actress (46)

CLUES ACROSS

1. Similar

4. Have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal

10. No (Scottish)

11. __ Aires, city

12. Morning

14. Senior’s son (abbr.)

15. A notable achievement

16. European nation

18. Endings

22. Puts into place

23. Former 24. Grenadier

26. Sea patrol

27. Algerian port

28. Norwegian river

30. Precipitation

31. Sunscreen rating

34. New York is one

36. Patti Hearst’s captors

37. Soft mineral with greasy feel

39. Retired Brazilian footballer

40. An Indian nursemaid

41. Atomic #24

42. Immobile

48. Insignia of royalty

50. Seeds from which chocolate is made

51. Begin again

52. Round root

53. Beginning to end (alt. sp.)

54. What newlyweds just said

55. Empire State

56. Give back

58. College hoops tournament

59. Unstable situations

60. Young women’s association

CLUES DOWN

1. Administer a drug

2. Holy places

3. Contrary opinions

4. Blood type

5. Gags

6. Micturating

7. Silly

8. A type of “cuff”

9. Spanish be

12. Austrian river

13. Messenger ribonucleic acid

17. Consume food

19. California supermarket

20. Electronic communication

21. Cassia tree

25. Written works

29. Cool!

31. Noteworthy 90s lawyer Kenneth

32. One who was compensated

33. National symbols

35. Raising

38. A type of talk

41. Cloud

43. Middle Eastern peoples

44. Pouches

45. 007’s creator

46. A cut of meat

47. Sports entertainment award

49. Christine __, actress

56. Relief organization (abbr.)

57. Canadian province (abbr.)

Word Search

Find the words hidden vertically, horizontally, and diagonally throughout the puzzle.

FLOWER FRIENDS WORD SEARCH

ANTENNAE APIARY BEETLE BLOSSOM BUMBLEBEE BUTTERFLY CHRYSALIS COLONY DRONE ECOSYSTEM FLIGHT FORAGING HABITAT HOVERFLY HUMMINGBIRD LARVA MANDIBLES MIGRATORY NECTAR OVARY PETAL POLLEN PROBOSCIS STAMEN

Word Scramble

Word Scramble solution for June 11, 2026: BIRDS

Word Search solution for June 11, 2026

THE 2026

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Real Estate Transactions

GUILFORD

860.227.2074

860.575.7170

: Jonathan and Kassie L. Gosnell to Jonathan Gosnell, $255,524 on May 28

OLD SAYBROOK

: 4 Copper Ridge Circle Unit 4

John F. Penders to Enrico F. and Katherine B. Recine, $380,000 on May 28

: Nickel Family Trust and James S. Nickel to Brian Tenenhaus, $612,000 on May 29 41 Preble Drive

6 Rollwood Drive Unit 6

: Cynthia H. Raines to Darriell F. Rolka, $550,000 on May 29

: Norman Elia Real Estate Trust and Hanna Elia-Flannigan to Stephen Hanson, $1,036,000 on May 22 : Jennifer

Dipasquale to David S. and Rebecca M. Smith, $800,000 on May 22

: Debra J. Prisyon to Thomas R. Clausi, $804,999 on May 21

Dgg Properties Co Inc to Marianne and Ryan Mcneill, $10,000 on May 28

: Sarah and Brett Casagranda to Jenna Volpe and Robert Ralston, $560,000 on May 29

: Justin and Kathryn Rossitto to Jaimes and Sandra Coelho, $561,000 on May 26

: James H. and Kimberly L. Scofield to Thomas A. and Karen E. Barr, $775,000 on May 27

: Nancy L. Streeter to Kathlene Marie Gerrity, $441,000 on May 26

: Donald Meyer to

James E. Shahrigian, $600,000 on May 29

125 Westbrook Road

: 125 Bokum Center LLC to Bokum 125 LLC, $5,200,000 on May 28

: Delia M. Adkins and Gary L. Sepulvado to Jamie P. and Thomas R. Mccauley, $460,000 on May 27

292 Shore Drive Village Circle Unit 16 Dev LLC to Mary and Brian Flynn, $850,250 on May 29

: State Street

: Carol B. Yannone to 97 Spencer Placeains LLC, $500,000 on May 27

172 Parker Hill Road

: Ethan

Larock and Nancy T. Corsaro to Gregory and Gillian Cherry, $535,000 on May 26 KILLINGWORTH

: Frank and Carolyn M. Dranginis to Robert Shee, $1,225,000 on May 26

: Alycyn A. Nettleton to Jason A. and Elizabeth A. Gold, $69,000 on May 27

: Real estate transactions are published using publicly available records and are matters of public record. Listings are not removed in response to general privacy requests. Removal will only be considered in cases involving a documented and credible personal safety concern. Requests may be submitted to zip06@shore publishing.com