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September 11, 2025

Clinton, Westbrook, & Old Saybrook Vol. XXVIII Iss. 37

Old Saybrook Picks New Police Chief

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer

The Old Saybrook Police Commission has chosen the town’s next police chief—but residents will have to wait a bit longer to learn who it is.

Following a meeting on Sept. 2, the com-

mission reached an agreement to hire a candidate to lead the department. However, according to a Sept. 3 press release, the name of the incoming chief will not be released until the individual completes requirements set by the State of Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council’s certification division. The release stated that more

information will be available “in the coming weeks.”

“As we work through the final stages of this process, the members of the Police Commission would like the residents of Old Saybrook to know that we are confident our

See Old Saybrook Picks page 12

Hope on the Dance Floor

Wendy Kovar dances with her husband, David, to the sounds of Trevor Davis' Dixieland Jazz Affair during The Estuary's Delivering Hope: A Party with Purpose on Sept. 6 in Old Saybrook. The fundraiser featured dinner, drinks, dancing, and a silent auction to benefit Meals on Wheels.

Starting Out Strong

The Morgan girls’ soccer team won its season opener, and volleyball started the season with two-straight victories.......................................14

The Lesson of 9/11 Remembering Sept. 11 24 years later.............................................25

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Maya Kadel: Providing Mental Health Support for the Community

By Aaron Rubin

Staff Writer

In 2022, the Town of Madison tested the Pilot Outreach Social Work Program and found there was a significant number of people in the community with social and emotional needs who were at risk of having an encounter with a law enforcement officer. It was clear that individuals or families dealing with social, behavioral issues or substance abuse would need the support of a trained social worker rather than a police officer—not only to manage an on-site crisis, but to guide them to the necessary treatment afterward.

With the support of a grant from the U.S. Justice Department, the town created the Outreach Social Worker position at the Madison Police Department, a role currently assumed by Maya Kadel.

While Maya, a Clinton resident, is employed through Madison Youth and Family Services, her role is embedded within the

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Madison Police Department.

“I work directly with officers as the department’s first outreach social worker. It’s really about bridging the gap between law enforcement and social services,” she says.

Maya also collaborates with other town health personnel and agencies such as clinicians at MYFS and the group’s social services team. She also provides services at the Madison Senior Center.

Maya’s interest in the nexus between law enforcement and social work began during her academic career. While pursuing her master’s in social work from Southern Connecticut State University, Maya was accepted into the school’s social work and law enforcement program.

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Maya Kadel has been Outreach Social Worker with the Madison Police Department since January.

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My name is Robin Cass Kelly and I am running for a seat on the Old Saybrook Zoning Commission. I have never been very political, but the changing political landscape has made me want to contribute. In the past, I did this by contributing financially to the Democratic Party. It was very satisfying when “my” candidate won. However, I wanted to contribute more, and running for local election was the next step. I may not be able to change the world from a seat on the Old Saybrook Zoning Commission,

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but I feel that every position in every commission is important, and many small contributions can eventually cause—or help cause—institutional change.

I moved to Old Saybrook 14 years ago. Previously, I sat on the board of my church in New York City for six years and on the board of my condominium for eight years. I found the experiences to be very satisfying and helpful to my

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NOTE: Call the town clerk at 860-669-9101 or visit the Clinton town website at www.clintonct.org to learn how to participate in the following meetings: : 5:30 p.m. : 6:30 p.m. : 6 p.m. : 7 p.m. : 7 p.m. : 7 p.m. : 7 p.m.

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Economic Development Commission

Monday,Sept.15

Police Commission

NOTE: Call the town clerk at 860-395-3135 or visit the Old Saybrook town website at www.oldsaybrookct.org to learn how to participate in the following meetings: : 6:30 p.m. : 6:30 p.m. : 7 p.m. : 7 p.m.

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Obituaries

Obituary Pamela Persutti

Williamsburg, VA

Pamela “Pam” Hyde Persutti, 90, passed away peacefully on Aug. 20, 2025, in Williamsburg, Virginia. Pam was born on Sept. 21, 1934, in Middletown. She spent her childhood in Essex, Madison, and Guilford. She was the daughter of the late Charles Edward and Juanita Barnett Hyde.

Pam was a bright light among us and very special to many people. She was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Anthony John Persutti. They married on Sept. 8, 1956, and together built their family on belief and faith in God. Pam and Tony raised their family in Westbrook.

Brothers Charles Edward Hyde and John David Hyde, and sister Penny Bradley, also predeceased her.

She leaves behind her beloved sons, Anthony John Persutti Jr., Stephen Charles Persutti, and Mark Christopher Persutti. She was the much-loved mother-in-law to Jamie (Cahill) Persutti, Suzan (Winslow) Persutti, Robin (Haire) Persutti, and Sharon (Schreiber) Persutti.

Pam was a loving grandmother to her six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren: Allison and Marc Pacin (Landon and Cora), Lyndsey and Dylan Murphy (Lila and Isai), Richard and Meghan Persutti (Connor and Vivienne), Katy and Evan Mozzer (Ruby), Crystal and Zac MacDonald (Dylan and Mason), and Stephen Persutti (Alex, Gabriella, and Sonya).

A very special thanks to Hope Bartlett, who lovingly cared for Pam and Tony over the years they spent in Williamsburg. Hope has been a blessing to have in our lives, helping them navigate life at Verena.

Pam graduated from Guilford High School in 1952 and Quinnipiac College in 1954. She spent many years helping

Westbrook High School students as administrator of the Westbrook High School Guidance Office. She also worked for many years at the Valley Shore YMCA.

Pam and her group of Shoreline friends ran their own investment club and even had their own “Red Hat” Club. The investment club helped support many fun trips and vacations. She loved playing card games—bridge was her specialty. Pam and Tony spent many consecutive winters enjoying the beautiful weather in Hawaii.

She loved her family and friends and was very active in her later life with music, card games, book club, storytelling, arts and crafts, bingo (she loved to win), and long walks along the beach. Pam was fond of antiques and enjoyed checking out the latest tag and yard sales, including running a few of her own. She also enjoyed playing piano and made sure the family gathered around it on Christmas Day to sing “The Twelve Days of Christmas.”

Pam was an active member of St. Mark Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. She was also involved with the Haitian Exchange Program at St. Mark.

A funeral Mass in memory of Pam will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 222 McVeagh Road, Westbrook. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Route 145, Westbrook. To continue the celebration of Pam’s life, a reception will follow at Saybrook Point Inn, 2 Bridge Street, Old Saybrook.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in the name of Pamela Persutti to St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 222 McVeagh Road, Westbrook, CT.

To share a memory or express condolences to Pam’s family, please visit www.rwwfh.com. Arrangements are by the Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home in Centerbrook.

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Special Tribute to Levi and Thank You to the Community

On Sunday, August 24, we found our dog who had gone missing the evening prior, spooked by fireworks. He had become prey to one of the natural predators in the area. How quickly a deep and unexpected grief made a place in our home.

Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Levi was left with an impression; he was that once-ina-lifetime perfect dog. He was a rescue that knew how lucky he was and he was always smiling… even in his sleep. He played with the greatest of enthusiasm, as if retrieving every ball that was thrown for him was a chance to win a World Series. He valued dinner as a family, and although his food was out all day for him, he would not eat until the last family member came home. He loved fishing with the boys-it was hard to tell who was more excited with a catch, he loved the hose on full jet so he could attack the stream of water coming full bore at his face with the gusto of an army-but he knew not to trample the flowers. He became increasingly excited as the kids got ready for the bus because he knew it was time for monkey in the middle. He is the only creature we’ve ever met who loved to be in the middle! With all of his tireless energy, he somehow was equally available for long and fully relaxed cuddles.

The newspaper is not big enough to explain his greatness. In his 4 short years, he was expert in converting people to dog lovers who previously had feared them, he took the role of unofficial mascot of Westbrook Little League and mended countless hearts in times of tragedy. People regularly coined him their “therapy dog” and each of those relationships was so personal.

Being a person who tries to find silver linings, this time it feels almost impossible. Here’s what we have decided in our grief:

Levi’s passing reminded us to always strive to be the best version of ourselves. Life is not permanent, and our time here can be too short.

Levi’s life was also so rich with life lessons for us…Amazing for a guy who never uttered a word of our language. Don’t ever hold back happiness. Do it with your whole body and without regard for what you look like in the mirror.

Greet everyone indiscriminately, what an easy way to make friends. Play with the little guy, but don’t be intimidated by the big guy.

Another silver lining: Levi’s passing also showed us what a truly special community we live in. Early on Sunday morning before most people would be awake, we spread the word to our closest friends in town “to keep their eye out for Levi”. Within minutes, we had already run into one of our friends who was searching along the high school. Within an hour, there were more, and by mid-morning just about every adult and child we knew had a hand in the search. People knew intuitively where to fit in whether it be searching on the ground, spreading the word online, making or picking up flyers or offering verbal support. Although this is not the outcome we could have imagined, we realize the gift of closure that we have, is to have found him. The show of love, dedication, vigorous energy, selflessness and tireless loyalty you all showed our family is something we deeply cherish, and for which we are truly grateful. Thank you. We would also like to thank the rescue groups who donated their time to help a stranger: CT Dog Gone Recovery, and Dan from Stella Means Watchful Angel.

The Miesse Family

Red-Light, Speed Camera Hearing Oct. 2

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer CLINTON

A public hearing on a proposed ordinance allowing automated red-light and speed cameras in Clinton is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. Members of the public may speak for or against the proposal at the meeting.

The Town Council scheduled the hearing during its Sept. 3 meeting after briefly reviewing the draft ordinance with Clinton Police Chief Vincent DeMaio. The purpose of the hearing is to gather public input; a vote will be held at a later date.

Town Manager Michelle Benivegna said the town attorney reviewed the proposed language and contacted other towns with similar ordinances to identify any potential issues.

To install automated traffic cameras in Clinton, the town must adopt an ordinance after a public hearing and receive approval from the state Department of Transportation (DOT).

How It Works

The Connecticut General Assembly passed legislation in 2024 allowing municipalities to install traffic enforcement cameras. Five towns have adopted the system so far, and another five—including Clinton—are in the process of drafting ordinances, DeMaio said.

If approved, the town plans to install one speed camera on Killingworth Turnpike near The Morgan School and redlight cameras at three intersections: Exit 63/Big Y Plaza, North High Street at the I95 North ramp, and Route 1 at Hull Street.

The cameras would record vehicles either running red lights or exceeding the speed limit by at least 10 mph. The system captures a high-resolution image of the vehicle and license plate. Both a vendor representative and a Clinton police officer would review each violation before a citation is issued.

The proposed fines are $50 for a first

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offense and $75 for repeat violations. Citations would not affect license points or be reported to insurance companies. Violators would receive a letter explaining how to pay or contest the fine.

To dispute a citation, the recipient must request a hearing in writing within 10 days of receiving the notice. The hearing would be overseen by an officer appointed by the Town Manager, but not from the Police Department. Hearings would be held at Town Hall unless otherwise determined. The officer may uphold or dismiss the fine.

State law outlines six valid defenses for a citation: if the driver was operating an emergency vehicle; if the traffic control signal was not working; if the driver moved to allow an emergency vehicle to pass; if the vehicle was stolen and not yet recovered; if a law enforcement officer directed the driver to proceed; or if the camera was malfunctioning.

DeMaio said the town is looking to partner with Altumint, a Maryland-based vendor. He noted that the company does not retain any data from violations.

Fine revenue would be placed in a new account restricted to traffic safety initiatives. DeMaio has emphasized that the goal is compliance, not revenue.

“Ideally we wouldn’t get any revenue because that means we’re getting compliance,” DeMaio said at the Sept. 3 meeting. He estimated the system could reduce violations by up to 90 percent in targeted areas.

The Police Department began exploring automated enforcement about 10 months ago. In 2025, it conducted traffic studies that identified areas in need of additional enforcement.

Next Steps

If the ordinance is adopted, the town would sign a memorandum of understanding with the vendor and launch a public education campaign. DeMaio estimated cameras could be operational by early 2026.

Applications for 2026 board candidates for the Greater Old Saybrook Chamber (GOSC) are now being accepted. Successful nominees must be willing to accept a leadership role in a chamber initiative, program, or event; participate in chamber events; and serve as an ambassador for the chamber, Board member responsibilities can be found on the application. GOSC directors serve a three-year term. Applications are due Friday, Sept. 19. Interviews will be scheduled at a later date. Completed applications can be emailed to andrew@oldsaybrookchamber.com, For more information or an application, call 860-388-3266

Maya Kadel: Providing Mental Health

Support for the Community

“A lot of the time it’s me following up with individuals who have had some sort of interaction with the police to see how I can support them. A lot of the time, officers who are interacting with people, they’ll refer [people] to me they think could benefit from social work services. Maybe they’re in crisis, dealing with a mental health challenge, or in need of some sort of support.”

While police officers do receive extensive training in meeting mental health needs, they don’t often have the “time or resources to be able to do follow-up services with these people they’re interacting with,” says Maya.

“They’ll interact with someone in crisis and they’ll deescalate it, but that’s it,” she says. “Then they leave, and then what about next week, when it happens again? If I’m able to come in, I’m able to [provide] an intervention and say, ‘What is missing here, what is the challenge here, and how can I help?’”

Numbers cited by Maya reflect not only the mental health needs among many Madison residents, but also those who have benefited from the responsibilities of her role.

“Since January, I’ve served about 170 people in the community who are going through some type of crisis. Along with that, there has been a decrease in repeat callers, because I’ve been able to intervene and help assist them,” she says.

After the follow-up communication, Maya will make the appropriate appointment to further support that person depending on their situation and age. She will help direct people toward long-term therapy, senior social services, or shortterm crisis counseling—all to guide them through whatever difficult time they are enduring.

As part of the outreach social worker’s position within the police department, a Madison Community Care Team is also being developed, “another bridging-thegap of all the different services Madison

has,” says Maya. The team consists of members from the departments of Beach and Recreation, Senior Services, Health, and Fire, and provides “cohesive” communication and collaboration for individuals in crisis and to direct them to the appropriate services.

Broadly, Maya enjoys being involved in social work and supporting the mental health of others. She comes from a family of medical professionals and “realized pretty early on that I wanted to go into a helping profession.”

“I’ve always been interested in mental health and psychology. I want to help them any way I can. And recently, mental health care has been significantly emphasized. I really want everyone to feel validated in their feelings and what they’re experiencing. I want them to know that even though sometimes it might seem like the world’s against them, I’m here to support them.”

LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION

The Town of Clinton Inland Wetlands Commission held its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in the Rose Room of the William Stanton Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 East Main Street, Clinton, Connecticut and rendered the following decision:

Request for Release of $5,692.00 Inland Wetlands Bond for IWC-18-011R for 32 Cream Pot Road, Map 40/ Block 39/ Lot 82 for Regulated Activity within 50 feet of Inland Wetlands- new single-family residence and appurtenant structuresapproved by the IWC on 12/4/2018. Applicant: Meaghan Cunningham; Owner: 32 Cream Pot Road, LLC Approved

A full record of this decision is available on the Town’s Website. Any party aggrieved by this decision may appeal to the Superior Court, Middlesex County, within 15 days of publication of this notice. Dated at Clinton, Connecticut this 3rd day of September, 2025. Scott Harley, Chair

Legal Notice

September 8, 2025

LEGAL NOTICE All persons having taxable personal property to declare such as unregistered motor vehicle(s); farm equipment; any furniture, fixtures and equipment used in the operation of a business, expensed supplies, etc. must declare by November 1st, each year. Declarations are available at the Assessor’s Office and on the Town of Old Saybrook website www.oldsaybrookct.gov. The statutory deadline for filing personal property declarations this year, 2025, is Monday, November 3rd. As per CT General Statute 12- 41, any person filing a late or incomplete form or who does not file will incur a 25% penalty. Copies of a prior year’s filing will cost $0.50 per page. Applications for farm, forest, or open space land will be accepted September 1st - October 31st. Forms are available in the Assessor’s Office or on the CT Association of Assessing Officers website: https://caao.com/farmforestopen-space/

LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF WESTBROOK

The legal voters of the Town of Westbrook, Connecticut and all others qualified to vote in meetings of said Town are hereby notified and warned that a Special Town Meeting will be held in the Multi-Media Room of the Teresa Mulvey Municipal Center, 866 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT on September 18, 2025 at 7 p.m. to act on the following matters:

Item 1. To consider and act upon the following, as recommended by the Board of Selectman and Board of Finance:

RESOLVED: that the Health Insurance Fund is closed and funds remaining in the Health Insurance Fund are transferred to the General Fund as of June 30, 2025 and funds transferred from the Health Insurance Fund in the amount of $3,252,392 are committed to the Town ($1,349,482) and Board of Education ($1,902,910) for future health care costs and activities.

Item 2. To consider and act upon the following, as recommended by the Board of Selectman and Planning Commission:

RESOLVED: that the First Selectman is hereby authorized to execute an easement between the Town of Westbrook and Alan Wasley, 137 Old Mail Trial, concerning town owned property located on Old Mail Trail for the installation of a generator. Said Easement Area is subject to possible right of others. A copy of the Agreement is on file with the Town Clerk for public inspection.

Item 3. To consider and act upon the following, as recommended by the Board of Selectman and Planning Commission:

RESOLVED: that the First Selectman is hereby authorized to execute an easement between the Town of Westbrook and Joseph Gionfriddo, 189 Old Mail Trial, concerning town owned property located on Old Mail Trail for the installation of power to a boat dock. Said Easement Area is subject to possible right of others. A copy of the Agreement is on file with the Town Clerk for public inspection.

Item 4. To consider and act upon the following, as recommended by the Board of Selectman:

RESOLVED: That the Finance Director and Town Attorney are authorized to execute and enter into Interlocal Agreements with adjoining municipalities concerning Volunteer Fire Fighter Tax Abatements.

REVALUATION

The Town of Clinton, CT has contracted with Vision Government Solutions Inc. of Hudson, MA to develop and implement the State mandated revaluation. The date of this reassessment will be October 1, 2025, and valuations will reflect the real estate market during the preceding twelve months. Property information will be obtained from inspections, data mailers, building permits, sales verifications and data analysis.

Data collectors will have photo IDs, a letter of introduction from the Assessor’s Office and will be registered with the Clinton Police Department.

As the project continues, an analysis will be done of all sales transactions in Clinton over the last two years with special attention to those sales leading up to the October date of valuation. This will be followed by a field review of all parcels within the Town to ensure the analysis has been properly applied to all real estate parcels.

Once the valuation work is completed in late 2025, residents will be notified of the new proposed assessments. Individuals wishing to discuss their assessments with Vision staff will be able to schedule a review by phone. Once the review process is complete, the new assessments will appear on the tax bills issued during the summer of 2026. We respectfully request your cooperation with the revaluation team during this process.

Planning and Zoning Commission Inland Wetlands Agency

Public Hearing

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. 4 Nibang Avenue and via ZOOM.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85830621323?pwd=r3AoPBz8ilnVTSi8Bm8iuCYfr2ufhj.1

Dial by your location: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Meeting ID: 858 3062 1323 Passcode: 422340

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Borough of Fenwick Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom and at 4 Nibang Avenue, Borough of Fenwick, Town of Old Saybrook, Connecticut to hear the following:

1. ZSpP25-002, 52 Sequassen Avenue, map 11, lot 4. Anne B. Schmitt owner and applicant. Special Permit/ Coastal Site Plan Review application to relocate and modify existing house within the coastal resource.

At this hearing all interested parties may appear and be heard, and written testimony received. The application may be viewed in the Borough Office at 580 Maple Avenue, Old Saybrook, CT during normal office hours.

Dated at Borough of Fenwick, Connecticut this 21st day of August, 2025.

Charles M. Chadwick, Chairman

LEGAL NOTICE – TOWN OF WESTBROOK –ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on 24 September 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Multi-Media Room of the Teresa Mulvey Municipal Center, 866 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, to hear the following:

Appeal No. 2025-015 – Appeal of Joseph and Dana Wihbey, owners; Thomas A. Stevens & Associates, Inc., agent/applicant. Property located at 17 Hammock Road North, further identified on Assessor’s Map 185, Parcel 17, MDR Zone, FPOD Zone, AE-12, LIMWA. Variances requested from Zoning Regulations Section 2.C.2.4 of 50’ required, 40.8’’ requested North, 43.7’ requested West; Variances requested to construct 28’ x 26’ x 23.32’ high three car garage. CAM Required

Appeal No. 2025-016 – Appeal of Albert and Regina Seeley, Trustees, owners/applicants; Edward Cassella, Esq., agent. Property located at 15 Mels Road, further identified on Assessor’s Map 184, Parcel 020, HDR Zone, FPOD Zone, AE-12/VE-13, LIMWA. Variances requested from Zoning Regulations Section 2.C.2.3 of 35’ required, 17.0’ requested to deck, 27.5’ requested to house, 26.5’ requested to overhang, 23.3’ requested to AC, 18.4’ requested to generator; Section 2.C.2.4 of 50’ required, 20.5’ requested to deck, 31.4’ requested to house, 30.4’ requested to overhang, 26.5’ requested to AC, 21.5’ requested to generator; 8.D.3.2. Variances requested to elevate, construct new house. CAM Required

Bonnie Hall, Chairman Zoning Board of Appeals

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Obituary Joseph Pandolfi

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Joseph “Joe” Pandolfi, “Junkyard Joe,” 73, of South Daytona, Florida, and Wethersfield, died Aug. 1, 2025, as a result of a motorcycle accident while vacationing in Sturgis, South Dakota, and Lusk, Wyoming. He was the son of the late Ernest and Florence (Surri) Pandolfi.

Joe grew up in Wethersfield and was focused on becoming a U.S. Marine. He joined when he was just 16 years old, during the height of the Vietnam War. He was too young to be sent into battle and spent a large part of his enlistment aboard naval ships. Joe was extremely proud to be a Marine and loved his flag and his country.

If you saw his Harley, you would understand—his passion was motorcycles. Upon his discharge from the military, Joe worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Hartford, retiring to Daytona to live in the heart of motorcycle country. He was a lifelong member of the Harley Owners Group (HOG). Joe would ride 10,000 miles a year just to visit his many friends across the U.S. In recent years, he rode with the love of his life, Kathleen “Kat” Marin.

In addition to his HOG friends, Joe was an excellent pool player and played on several teams in Daytona, even going to Las Vegas to compete in national tournaments.

Joe was loved and respected by many friends and family and will be greatly missed by all.

He is survived by his fiancée, Kathleen “Kat” Marin of South Daytona, Florida. He is also survived by his sister, Nancy (Ed) Magrogan of Old Saybrook; two brothers, Donald (Catherine) Pandolfi of Marlborough and Thomas (Pat) Pandolfi of Berkeley, California; his sister-in-law, Dorothy Pandolfi of Cromwell; and many extended family members.

In addition to his parents, Joe was predeceased by his oldest brother, Ernest Pandolfi.

Funeral services and burial with military honors in Pine Grove Cemetery, Middletown, were previously held.

Donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256; www.woundedwarriorproject.org.

The D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, Wethersfield, is entrusted with the arrangements. For online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.

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PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE WESTBROOK ZONING COMMISSION

Notice is hereby given that the Westbrook Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday September 22nd, 2025 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 application(s):

1. (Continuation of )ZC2025-007 – Special Permit and CAM Application– Mixed Use Building (1st floor retail/commercial, 2nd floor residential)

Location: 1119 Boston Post Road - Assessor’s M/L: 176-036 , Zone: CTC

Applicant: NYC Realty, LLC, c/o Indigo Land Designs

2. ZC2025-011 – Special Permit Application – 40 ft x 50 ft Pole Barn structure at entry to Transfer Station to store equipment, includes office and restroom

Location: 156 McVeagh Road Assessor’s M/L: 161-007 , Zone: MDR

Applicant: Town of Westbrook

The 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: 9/04/2025

Harry Ruppenicker, Jr. – Zoning Commission Chairman

The Estuary, located at 220 Main Street, Old Saybrook, provides Meals on Wheels to seniors living in Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Essex, Killingworth, Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, Westbrook, and Madison. There is no waiting list, and no one is ever turned away due to economic constraints. Meals are supported by Senior Resources with Title III funds available from the Older Americans Act. For more information, call 860-388-1611, ext. 217.

LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF CLINTON ENACTMENT OF AN ORDINANCE

The Town Council of the Town of Clinton, Connecticut, at their meeting on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, amended the Code of Ethics as follows. A complete copy of the Code of Ethics is available in the Town Clerk’s office, 54 East Main Street. Clinton CT 06413. The text below only represents the amendments.

§ 51-2. Applicability; distribution of copies.

D. The Town CouncilBoard of Selectmen or Town Manager’s office shall cause a copy of this chapter to be distributed to every official and employee withwithin 60 days after enactment of this chapter. Each employee and officer shall be furnished a copy before entering the duties of office or employment and sign a statement that he or she has received a copy of this chapter.

§ 51-3. Definitions.

BUSINESS — Any entity through which activity for profit or not for profit is conducted, including but not limited to a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, proprietorship, firm, enterprise, franchise, association, organization, or self-employed individual.

GIFT — Anything of economic value, including services in excess of $100 in a calendar year. A gift does not include:

C. A gift received from a member of a person’s immediate family or fianceefiancée.

IMMEDIATE FAMILY — Spouse, child, parent, grandchild, brother, sister, grandparent, daughter-in-law, sonin-law, mother-in-law, father-in-law, sister-in-law, brother-in-law or partner in a civil union.

§ 51-5. Former public officials or employees.

A. No former Town official or employee shall represent private interests in dealings with anythe board or agency of the Town with which he was associated for a period of one year after termination of service with the Town.

B. No former Town official or employee shall disclose or use confidential information acquired in the course of and by reason of his official duties for financial gain for himself or others

§ 51-6. Board of Ethics.

A There shall be a Board of Ethics consisting of five regular members. The members shall be appointed by the Town CouncilBoard of Selectmen to serve five-year terms in accordance with §§ 2-3 and 7-8 of the Town of Clinton Charter. The terms are to be staggered, and no member shall serve more than two consecutive terms. Any member having served two consecutive terms shall be ineligible for reappointment to the Board for a period of two years.

§ 51-7. Complaint procedure; advisory opinions.

A. General.

(2) The Board will use the Town Attorney, and clerical staff will be provided. investigation shall remain confidential, as specified by provisions of C.G.S. § 1-82a, in relation to operations of a board of ethics, unless the Board makes a finding of probable cause for a hearing or unless the respondent requests in writing that the entire record and any hearings be open to the public.

C. Evaluation and acknowledgment.

(1) Upon receipt of the complaint, the Board will send it to Town Counsel to determine whether the complaint is complete and in proper form. Town Counsel shall have 15 calendar days to determine if the complaint is in proper form. If the complaint is not in proper form or if the Board determines that the allegations, even if true, would not constitute a violation of this code then the Board shall duly notify the complainant of this and the reasons therefor by registered or certified mail. Allegations applicable to other administrative or judicial authorityauthorities will be referred to the proper authority.

D. No probable cause. If the Board finds no probable cause it shall within five business days advise the complainant and the respondent of its findingfindings and a summary of the reasons. The complaint and the record of investigation shall remain confidential.

F. Hearings (After Probable Cause Found).

(1) All hearings on the merits of a complaint after a finding of probable cause shall be opened to the public and recorded.

§ 51-8. Appeals.

Any person aggrieved by any final decision of the Board may appeal such decision within 30 days of the official posting in accordance with the provisions of C.G.S. § 4-175 or 4-183. If successful, any and all reasonable legal fees will be paid by the Town of Clinton.

FOR PUBLICATION IN THE HARBOR NEWS ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2025.

Chairman Carrie Allen, Hank Teskey, Dennis Donovan, Mike Shove, Brian Roccapriore, Chris Passante and Chris Aniskovich

EFFECTIVE DATE: OCTOBER 11, 2025

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communities. I think Old Saybrook is a wonderful town, and I would like to support my new, adopted community.

I am an attorney admitted in New York and Connecticut. My background is in real estate. I believe the Zoning Commission most closely fits my professional training and experience.

Although I care deeply about Democratic issues, I have been attending the Zoning Commission meetings and, although there can be differences in opinion, I have never heard anything

spoken with a partisan bias. If elected, I fully expect to work on a commission that is devoted to the best interests of the town, with no regard to political party.

I am looking forward to serving the people of Old Saybrook. Please vote for me, Robin Cass Kelly, Democratic candidate for the Zoning Commission on Nov. 4.

Robin Cass Kelly Old Saybrook

Make Thoughtful, Informed Decisions

For many years, I’ve had the privilege of working in schools as a special education teacher, substitute teacher, and paraprofessional. Those experiences gave me a front-row seat to the dedication of our teachers, the creativity of our students, and the important role families play in making our schools thrive.

I’m running for the Old Saybrook Board of Education because I believe every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. That means supporting our teachers with the resources they need, ensuring taxpayer dollars are used responsibly, and keeping our schools safe, strong, and welcoming for all.

As someone who has worked side by side with students and staff, I unders-

tand the challenges and the opportunities in education today. I want to bring that perspective to the Board of Education and make thoughtful, informed decisions that reflect the values of our community.

Old Saybrook is a special place, and our schools are at the heart of it. By working together—parents, educators, and community members—we can continue to build a school system that prepares every child for success.

Having grown up in Old Saybrook, I am eager to give back to the community by working hard for our schools. I would be honored to earn your support this Nov. 4.

Deborah Bole Old Saybrook

Protect and Enhance That Experience

My name is Erin Torneo, and I’m a Democratic candidate for the Planning Commission.

After spending many summers visiting family and friends, my husband and I dreamed of one day calling Old Saybrook home. Last summer, we took the leap: packed our three kids, golden retriever, and cat into our Subaru, and

drove 3,000 miles from Los Angeles to start a new life on the Connecticut shoreline.

We were drawn to Old Saybrook for its coastal charm, natural beauty, and—most of all—its strong sense of community and exceptional quality of

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OSYFS Marks 50 Years with Open House

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer

Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services (OSYFS) will celebrate its 50th anniversary with an open house on Thursday, Sept. 18. The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again from 4 to 6 p.m. at the OSYFS office.

The celebration will feature music and light refreshments, according to OSYFS Director Heather McNeil.

“The early time slot is planned for our friends who work within the schools to come by on a lunch break, or residents who may be home during the day can take advantage of that time,” McNeil said.

The department has served the town since 1975 and enjoys a strong partnership with local leadership.

“Not every town has an official youth and family services bureau that’s also a town department. We are lucky,” McNeil said.

According to its mission statement, OSYFS is committed to “promoting the positive and healthy well-being of the town’s youth, families and senior citizens,” using a collaborative approach to assess needs and build programs and relationships to address them.

The department offers a range of initiatives that encourage community participation, including the Hidden Treasures Variety Show and Summer Stock Theater. When asked about a personal highlight, McNeil pointed to the 2019 Community Day when residents gathered to build the Unity Pole on the Town Green.

“So many people came out to build the structure that showed the ways we all have something in common and are connected by that,” she said.

Beyond events, OSYFS provides pro-

grams that support young people and families, often at no or reduced cost to Old Saybrook residents.

“Our social services within OSYFS are the bedrock of the department,” McNeil said. Social services help residents navigate needs such as dental care, heating, back-to-school supplies, clothing, and food assistance.

Reflecting on OSYFS’s legacy, McNeil said that even outside her role as director, she’s proud of the department’s work as a parent and resident.

“I always like to highlight our prevention work with youth,” she said. “I want to encourage parents and caregivers to remember that our recent Youth Voices Count survey of grades 6 through 12 indicated that ‘parents’ are identified by their kids as their most important support, advisor, and role model. Keep having those tough conversations about substances and other high-risk behaviors.”

Old Saybrook First Selectman Carl Fortuna echoed McNeil’s sentiment.

“The Youth and Family Services in Old Saybrook, one of the first established in Connecticut, has a long history of providing necessary supports to a broad range of our population, and that legacy includes generations of family members,” Fortuna said.

“OSYFS, which includes our Social Services, is a trusted entity within the community, providing support, resources, prevention education and mental health services. I value the work the agency does in collaboration with our other departments and civic organizations to respond to people when they most need support.”

OSYFS is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 860-395-3190.

Everyone Loves Jeffrey

Story by Carol Andrecs

Jeffrey, a brown, black and tan tabby, is a faithful room greeter, always ready to get pets, treats and the attention he craves. He was a stray cat who was observed on a home surveillance camera late at night, looking lost and confused. Handsome Jeffrey is a sweet and friendly boy who just wants a permanent home where he will be loved and treated like a member of your family. Could that be your home? For an appointment to meet Jeffrey, apply 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 Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary.

Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedicated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facility clean and organized. If you can donate your time, it will be very rewarding and much appreciated. Call the volunteer line at 860-669-1347 or send an email to volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org.

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life. My kids are thriving in the school system, making friends through their sports teams, and biking all over town. I’m running for a seat on the Planning Commission because I want to help protect and enhance that experience for current and future residents.

Viking Motel Property Sold, Slated for Mixed-Use Redevelopment

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer WESTBROOK

The former Viking Motel property at 756 Boston Post Road has been sold to a developer with plans to transform the site into a mixed-use project featuring housing and retail space.

A graduate of UCLA and the author of two books, I’ve spent the last 15 years raising our children and volunteering with their schools while moving abroad for my husband’s work. I now work locally as a design consultant and real estate professional, and I’m especially interested in how thoughtful planning can serve families at every stage—from

first-time buyers putting down roots to older adults looking to stay in the community they love. We were lucky to find an academic rental, but were concerned about the lack of affordable options. If we cannot address the housing shortage, school enrollment will decline and local businesses will suffer.

I believe housing diversity, sustainability, and protecting our coastal and historic character can go hand-in-hand. Please vote for me for the Planning Commission on Nov. 4.

Erin Torneo Old Saybrook

SpectrumGalleryWorkshopsandClassesforAdultsandChildren

Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, is holding virtual and in-person art classes and workshops that include the art of still life, held either via virtual sessions beginning Tuesday, Sept. 16, or in-person classes beginning Wednesday, Sept. 17; drawing 101 beginning Friday, Sept. 19; autumn card-making and paper techniques workshop starting Sunday, Sept. 28; zentangles starting Sunday, Sept. 28; fall botanicals in colored pencil beginning Thursday, Oct. 9; paint a misty mountain in watercolor workshop on Saturday, Oct. 18; a Halloween card-making and paper techniques workshop on Sunday, oct. 19; and Coptic stitch journal workshop on Saturday, Oct. 25. In addition, Spectrum is holding various children's art classes through the fall. For more information, including class schedules, material lists, and costs, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.

According to a Sept. 2 press release from Lyman Real Estate Brokerage & Development, the property was purchased by Vincent and Carl Vescera, twin brothers who have operated a luxury homebuilding business in Darien for more than 20 years. The release notes the Vesceras have been active developers throughout Fairfield County.

Lyman Real Estate, based in Westbrook, represented both sides of the transaction.

The 1.03-acre parcel sits just past Haywire Burger Bar. If the project proceeds as planned, the former motel will become home to The Harbor House Condominiums and Shops.

“Vincent Vescera and his twin brother

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Carl, along with award-winning architect John Matthews, plan to redevelop the blighted and abandoned Viking Motel into The Harbor House Condominiums & Shops, a new mixed-use community,” the release states. “The condominium building was designed to replicate a New England sea captain’s home, modified to accommodate luxury condominium living.”

The condos are pitched as ideal for those downsizing from a larger home or for young couples who prefer not to purchase a house.

In addition to the condominiums, a separate retail building is planned to complement the residential structure.

The existing buildings on the site have already been boarded up, and “tens of thousands of pounds of trash and debris” have been cleared from the property to eliminate health and fire hazards, according to the release.

Attached to this article are a current photo of the former Viking Motel and a rendering of the proposed Harbor House Condominiums and Shops.

The Guilford Art League (GAL) holds its 77th annual juried exhibit and sale at the Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, through Saturday, Sept. 27. The show is juried by Laura Leonard, curator at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford. For more information, call co-chairs Brooke Sheldon at 203-745-7803 or Sheila Kaczmarek at 203-645-8827.

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GriefShare is a weekly faith-based bereavement support group that offers help, encouragement, and support after the death of a spouse, child, other family member, or friend. Sponsored by Christ Chapel of Madison, this support group meets on Sundays from noon to 2 p.m. The regular GriefShare cycle will start Sunday, Sept. 14, and will run through early December. The weekly format includes supportive discussion about video content and a journaling workbook reinforcing each week’s topics. The workbook will be available to purchase at the meetings for a one-time fee of $20. The book for the loss of a spouse program is $10. All are welcome. For more information or to register, call Sue Granniss at 860-913-1654 or specify “Madison, CT” at griefshare.org/findagroup.

Photo by Tracye Mueller

Lyman Real Estate Brokerage & Development

A rendering of the proposed development from Lyman Real Estate Brokerage & Development

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Old Saybrook Picks New Police Chief

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candidate will be an excellent fit with our department, the commission, and the town, and we look forward to introducing him to all,” said Alfred Wilcox, chairman of the Police Commission.

Old Saybrook First Selectman Carl Fortuna echoed that sentiment.

“I am pleased with the exhaustive process that we undertook to select the right person to serve as the next police chief for our town,” Fortuna said. “I am confident that the new chief will be a great addition to our police department and serve the Old Saybrook community well.”

The search for a new chief began this past spring, following the April retirement announcement of longtime Police Chief Michael Spera. Spera stepped down after 16 years as chief and nearly 30 years with the department. His departure came months after the release of a consultant’s report in January that described an

“unpleasant culture” within the department, which the report said had contributed to issues with recruitment and retention.

Fortuna previously said he hoped to have a new chief in place by fall, well before the November municipal election, so that the hiring would not become a political issue.

After Spera’s retirement, the commission brought in Public Safety Consultants, LLC, a professional search firm, to assist with the hiring process. The firm also facilitated a public forum and community survey to gather feedback on what residents wanted in a new chief.

In total, 34 candidates applied for the position. According to the press release, the search firm and commission narrowed the field after reviewing résumés, written exercises, oral interviews, and an assessment. Finalists were then interviewed by the Police Commission before a final decision was made.

You are invited to a

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING

TOWN OF CLINTON, CT

TO BE HELD September 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Clinton Town Hall, 54 East Main Street Clinton, CT 06413

Residents, business owners, commuters, and other interested individuals are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss this project in the Town of Clinton, CT

PLEASE JOIN US ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2025

Persons with hearing and/or speech disabilities may dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). There will be a 14-day comment period that follows the meeting, individuals may leave a question or comment via email/phone (preferred) at apiersall@clintonct.org phone: 203-452-5050. Language assistance may be requested by contacting the Department’s Language Assistance Call Line (860) 594-2109. Requests should be made at least 5 business days prior to the meeting. Language assistance is provided at no cost to the public and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance.

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Obituary Jean Robinson Westbrook

Jean Kemp Totten Robinson died peacefully on Aug. 22, 2025, at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. She was 95 years young, fiercely independent, and lived life on her own terms. Following the death of her husband of 54 years, John F. Robinson, she made her home in Westbrook to be near her family.

Before Mrs. Robinson retired, she worked as a bookkeeper and office administrator. She volunteered as a Girl Scout leader, taught Sunday school, and advised the church youth group. After retirement, she was a volunteer AARP Tax-Aide, a receptionist at a low-income clinic for seniors, and helped build a Habitat for Humanity house.

Mrs. Robinson was born in Port Jefferson, New York. She and Jack made their first home on the Robinson duck farm, Carmans River Duck Farm. She was a world traveler and enjoyed trips with her husband and family. Survivors include her three daughters and two sons-in-law, Christine (Lenny) Suntheimer, Martha-Jean (Bob) Wheaton, and Heather Robinson. She leaves many much-loved nieces and nephews; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a soon-to-beborn great-granddaughter.

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She was predeceased by her parents, G. Howard Totten and Frances Kemp Totten; her husband, John F. Robinson; and her sisters, Nancy Marrash and Joann Ioannides.

The family would like to thank the many medical professionals associated with Yale New Haven Hospital and Connecticut Hospice for their professional and compassionate care during her final illness.

They also wish to thank extended family members Daniel Marrash, Jennifer Yeh, MD, and Stephen Elliot, MD, who provided emotional support and assistance with medical decisions. The family is especially thankful for the tireless efforts of Christine Suntheimer, who spent many hours coordinating her mother’s care, with the assistance of her sister Heather Robinson, who managed her mother’s finances and provided much-needed backup.

A private family gathering is planned to honor Mrs. Robinson’s life and legacy.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to Connecticut Hospice, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or the charity of your choice.

Women & Family Life Center (W&FLC) is hosting its Restart Divorce Support Group, a divorce support group facilitated by relationship and divorce coach Thea Bourke. The group will meet 6 p.m. on Tuesdays from Sept. 16 through Oct. 21 (no meet on Sept. 23) at W&FLC, 96 Fair Street, Guilford. W&FLC services are free to residents of Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Durham, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, Middlefield, North Branford, North Haven, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. To access services at W&FLC, participants must complete an intake process with a referral navigator. For more information or to register, call 203-4586699 or visit womenandfamilylife.org.

NAMIShorelineFamily-to-FamilyClass

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Shoreline Family-to-Family is a free, ninesession education program for family, partners, friends, and significant others of adults living with mental illness. This free in-person class runs weekly from Monday, Sept. 15, through Monday, Nov. 10. The class takes place 6:15 to 8:45 p.m. at the Soundview Family YMCA, 628 East Main Street, Branford. The course is designed to help family members understand and support their loved one living with mental illness, while maintaining their own well-being. The course includes information on schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, and other mental health conditions. The program is taught by trained teachers who are also family members and know what it is like to have a loved one living with mental illness. For more information visit NAMIct.org or contact Carol 203-444-5253.

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS CALENDAR

For more information, contact the Greater Old Saybrook Chamber or visit our website: info@oldsaybrookchamber.com 860-388-3266 | goschamber.com

Women in Business Luncheon –Randye Kaye

Friday, Sept. 12

Enjoy a delicious lunch and lively conversation with actress, author, and speaker Randye Kaye 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

@ Saybrook Point Resort & Marina, 2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook

Third Thursday Business Connections

Thursday, Sept. 18

Fast-paced business networking meeting, held across various diverse locations 8 to 9 a.m.

@ Old Lyme Inn, 85 Lyme St., Old Lyme

Chamber Connections with Old Saybrook–Westbrook Exchange Club

Thursday, Sept. 18

Casual networking, light fare, and cash bar

5:30 to 7 p.m.

@ Luigi’s Restaurant, 1295 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook

First Thursday Business Connection

Thursday, Oct. 2

Fast-paced business networking held locally in Old Saybrook

8 to 9 a.m.

@ Vicky G. Duffy Pavilion, 155 College St., Old Saybrook

www.oldsaybrookchamber.com • info@oldsaybrookchamber.com

The 16th Annual Saybrook Point 5K Wraps Up

This year’s Annual Saybrook Point 5K Road Race was a great success. Proceeds benefit the Old Saybrook–Westbrook Exchange Club’s A.C.E. (Accepting the Challenge of Excellence) Award, as well as the Greater Old Saybrook Chamber C. Wilfred Hunter Memorial Scholarship. Congratulations to Emerson Kiefer for coming in first place this year with a clock time of just 16:44.

Congratulations, Longevity Premiere Concierge Nurses

The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber recently welcomed Longevity Premiere Concierge Nurses as a new member. To celebrate, a ribbon cutting was held, officializing our partnership—please look forward to their continued growth and contribution to our community.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Gateway Financial Partners 48 Main St., Old Saybrook www.gatewayshoreline.com 860-943-4122 Financial Services

Fenwick Builders Old Saybrook www.fenwickbuilders.net

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Our Dine Everywhere Raffle Concludes

The Dine Everywhere Raffle has concluded—thank you to all of this year’s participants for making it possible for us to support our local restaurants. Congratulations to this year’s grand prize winner, Rob Lloyd, for winning $4,400 in restaurant and eatery gift cards. Our runner-up, Joan Zieky, also claimed a fantastic prize of $2,200 in gift cards. The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber looks forward to your continued support next year.

Call for Volunteers – Arts & Crafts Festival 2025

Be part of one of Old Saybrook’s favorite traditions. The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber is looking for volunteers to help bring the 61st Annual Arts & Crafts Festival to life on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4 and 5. From welcoming guests to supporting artists and vendors, your time and energy will make this community event a success. Sign up today to help us make this beloved festival possible.

Look Forward to Local Fall Events

Businesses on Main Street in Old Saybrook have worked together to bring a new event to the community this year. The Ladies Night Swag Stroll, taking place Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 5 to 8 p.m., is an opportunity to visit 10+ amazing local businesses for a chance to win a gift basket. Also save the date for our annual Scarecrow Fest, launching this year on Thursday, Oct. 17. Scarecrows will stand proudly across Old Saybrook for two weeks while the community votes for their favorites until the final day, Oct. 31.

On Friday, Oct. 18, the Great Main Street Pumpkin Fest will feature an afternoon of family-friendly fall fun, including crafts, activities, sips and snacks, music, shopping, a scavenger hunt, and more.

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Saybrook www.gagasgranola.com 860-539-5925 Specialty Shop

Authentic Wisdom 19 Scott Rd., East Lyme www.deanacotter.com 860-608-6000 Health & Wellness

Ribbon cutting at the Greater Old Saybrook Chamber for Longevity Premiere Concierge Nurses

Girls’ Soccer Wins Season Opener, Volleyball Wins a Pair

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By Gabby Maljanian

The Morgan girls’ soccer team traveled to North Branford in its season opener on Sept. 4 and won 10-1. Huskies goals were scored by Kate Gardner (two), Addy Reed (two), Bella Santello (two), Jackie Ciarleglio, Cora Deming, Mia Zhiminaicela, and Katelyn Ramirez. Gardner also assisted on three goals, and Saoirse O’Beirn manned the net. Riley Febbroriello also led the defense to a strong performance.

On Sept. 2, Morgan volleyball opened its season vs. Coginchaug and won 3-1. Karla Duque had 11 kills, and Emma Teuner had 10. Kendra Brown recorded 15 digs, and Avery Vece had 13. Trinity Benson added 11 digs. Vece also had 28 assists, and Brown led the team in service receptions with 24. Aaliyah Langner had 10 service receptions.

Two days later, the team traveled to Portland and won 3-0. Brown had 10 aces, and Vece had 11 assists.

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Eighth Graders Win Kickball Tournament

By Gabby Maljanian

On Sept. 5, the Old Saybrook Middle School (OSMS) annual kickball tournament took place between the seventh and eighth graders. The championship was a hard-fought battle, but the eighth graders claimed the victory by a 2-1 score.

On Sept. 5, the annual Old Saybrook Middle School kickball tournament took place, with the eighth graders claiming the victory over the seventh graders.

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Pictured is the Morgan girls' soccer team that claimed a victory in its season opener last week.

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When Birds Fly Off, Hookups Soar

Late summer weather and cooler temperatures are building up to transition into fall. Movement of the fishery is noticeably evident in the change of feeding frequency and voracity. We are seeing it in striped bass feedinglarger bluefish chopping away and large brown sharks expanding their food preferences after dropping their pups and setting sights on their southerly migration. What fishers are really looking forward to is the Fall Run and when hardtails will move deeper into the Sound.

We remember last September when huge blitzes of chopper blues and hungry stripers raged on for several days, as seagulls were frantically diving and bottlenose dolphins could be seen porpoising in the background. Even some of the harbor seals got into the act - but at a safe distance. It was an amazing fishing experience and a sight to behold!

A similar feel is in the air. Brought about by an early drop in air and water temperatures, anticipation is that the same type of explosive action will re-occuronly a bit earlier. Keeping an eye on the bird migration in the Sound, it can clue anglers in to the timing, since that picks up almost immediately, driven by cold fronts. The first three weeks of September are generally the peak periods for many migrating species. However, the timing and intensity of migration explosions depend on specific weather patterns such as cold fronts and tailwinds that can negatively affect a migration until the front passes and favorable northerly winds develop. For example, rain and overcast skies can delay such events by concentrating birds on land, suggesting a delay of fish movement as well.

To get a jump on the Fall Run, carefully monitor the passing of any cold front, and then, with your gear in top shape, hit the briny. Since our ecosystem is intertwined with a host species, migrations will occur as water temperatures drop. Along the coast, striped bass will begin to move south along the coast from northern New England and eventually return to the mid-Atlantic. Other species will move out to the Continental Shelf and then south

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to Florida, or in some cases, into the Gulf of America and farther down into the tropics.

With respect to Long Island Sound, we are mostly concerned with fish species that take up summer residence. When a change in seasons approach, they move from the shallows of the shoreline into deeper water, consistent with water temperature changes, until they are eventually driven to completely leave the Sound, or, in the case of semihibernating or holdover fish, move to more tolerable conditions and stay over winter.

Excitement kicks in when sportfish like striped bass, bluefish, bonito, false albacore, etc. duck into Long Island Sound during their Fall Run to gorge themselves with food and store enough energy to sustain them in their journey. During these frenzies, attention is focused on forage, and fishers find themselves in the midst of water boiling over with fish, diving gulls, uncontrollable hookups, and pieces/parts flying everywhere. And then it’s over as the water calms down, breaking fish disappear, and gulls fade away in the distance.

On The Water

A large area of high pressure prevailed from the Great Lakes east into the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast states before building offshore. High pressure weakened, giving way to a frontal system that brought unsettled weather, a drop in barometric pressure, and some needed rain. Sun mixed with clouds (and a day of precipitation that sneaked in) saw air temperatures hit the 80s, with most of the days being around the mid-to-high 70s. Long Island Sound mostly saw around south/southwest five to 10-knot winds accompanied by relatively calm one to two-foot seas. In one sense, we have seen a drop in air and water temperatures that should be a prelude to the Fall Run of fish piling into Long Island Sound. On the other hand, fish have yet to respond

accordingly. There have been a few hints along with a couple of teases, but a good portion of the action is taking place on the outskirts with limited frenzy action within the Sound - even with the Full Harvest Moon.

What is happening is a ground fishery continuing to build momentum. Whether adult brown sharks are now directly eating chunks of bait by day rather than also being turned on by a hooked striped bass being reeled in, those sharks are putting a hurting on gear and fishermen alike. Nevertheless, seven to eight-footers are being caught or attempting to be reeled in before freeing themselves. In other cases, stripers are being bitten in two. Similarly, cownose stingrays are also putting up an unexpected fight, and, of course, striped bass over 40” are doing their thing as expected. Add chopper bluefish to the mix, and one can imagine a groundswell of activity. Added to the activity are weakfish and snapper blues that have hiked into another size class - 6” or better.

Even though four-pound black sea bass are tough to pull up for fishers looking for table filets and freezer food, these sought-after legal beauties are being caught once schools are located. A good anchored or drifted fish hooked with a rig or jig tipped with squid, fishers are looking to max out if able to avoid too many shorts. Porgies definitely have the upper hand in that battle. Despite the quantity of small fish, slabs are being caught with regularity. Some deep, others not so. Squid, seaworms, and scented bait strips are all attracting these aggressive feeders. However, be it seasonal shortages due to worked-over beds, bad tides, overseas exports, or a strike for more money, the sandworm market continues to be disruptive, as anglers move to other successful, stable bait choices. Flukers are working hard to land a doormat - less of a struggle is a mini, but all-in-all, there remain shorts and fish from 17 to 22” working their way across the Sound.

Experienced blue crabbers look to September for some of the best

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Photo courtesy of Captain Morgan

Farley Fitton (10) of Guilford had a great sailing day by the Block Island windmills, as it turned even greater when he hooked into this chopper bluefish on a Penn setup fished with a Zakana jig.

Photo courtesy of Captain Morgan

Inland lakes and ponds are Brian Cord of Clinton’s draw, as he fishes those waters for largemouth bass and chain pickerel using scented, soft plastic worms, elevating his personal bests along the way.

Schedules

MORGAN

Boys’ Soccer

Friday, Sept. 12: at Haddam-Killingworth at 3:45 p.m.

Tuesday Sept. 16: vs. Portland at 3:45 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 12: at Old Saybrook at 6 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 13: vs. Newtown at 2 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: at Waterford at 3:45 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 17: vs. Wethersfield at 6 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 12: at Valley Regional/Old Lyme at 6:30 p.m.

OLD SAYBROOK

Boys’ Soccer

Friday, Sept. 12: at Hale Ray at 4 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 13: vs. Branford at 1 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 16: vs. Lyme-Old Lyme at 7 p.m.

Soccer

Tuesday, Sept. 16: at Lyme-Old Lyme at 4 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: at Westbrook at 4 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 12: at Valley Regional/Old Lyme at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: vs. Coginchaug at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18: vs. Old Saybrook at 4 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 12: vs. Lyme-Old Lyme at 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 16: at Coginchaug at 3:45 p.m.

Westbrook Field Hockey Starts the Season Strong

Friday, Sept. 12: vs. Woodstock Academy at 3:45 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: at Portland at 6 p.m.

Girls’ Soccer Volleyball

Friday, Sept. 12: vs. Haddam-Killingworth at 5:30 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: at Lyme-Old Lyme at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 17: vs. Hale Ray at 5:30 p.m.

By Gabby Maljanian

Sports Editor

Field Hockey

The Westbrook field hockey team opened the season at Old Saybrook on Sept. 2 and won 8-2. Brooke Ouellette had four goals and one assist, Lillian Bergeron had two goals, Mirabel Rinker added two goals and one assist, Sybil Neary had four assists, and Alyssa Leandri had one assist.

“[It was] a fantastic way to start the season,” said Head Coach Janet Dickey.

On Sept. 4, the team traveled to North Branford and took a 0-0 tie in overtime. Top players of the game included Anne Marie Hinkley (midfield) and Grace Vin-

cent, who had four saves in net. “[It was] a total team effort - hard work from everyone. The midfield worked incredibly hard on both ends of the field and minimized North Branford’s offensive attack,” said Dickey. “[I am] incredibly happy with how we played as a teamanother team effort, and although we didn’t score, our offensive output was fantastic.”

Friday, Sept. 12: vs. Morgan at 6 p.m

Tuesday, Sept. 16: vs. Haddam-Killingworth at 4 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: at Wild Knights at 4 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: at Ledyard/St. Bernard at 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 17: at Waterford at 3:45 p.m.

When Birds Fly Off, Hookups Soar

Continued from page 15

Saturday, Sept. 13: vs. Fitch at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 18: vs. Old Saybrook at 4 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 12: at Valley Regional/Old Lyme at 6:30 p.m.

crabbing in the estuaries, meaning big jimmies for all the good eating and saucemaking ahead. So far, so good for the scoopers, hand-liners, and trappers. Prompted by this good weather, it has been a hotbed of activity in the bays for the clammers. If you clam or have not been scratching in a while, now is the time!

Fall is in the air, and inland waters are teeming with fish and anglers looking to hook a personal best. Trout stocking is underway, and catch/release areas should be checked out. Over 60,000 trout (brook, brown, rainbow, tiger) and roughly 2,000 Atlantic salmon across 38 lakes/ponds and 37 river/stream sections will be stocked. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are biting along with pickerel, northern pike, panfish, and the normal bottom feederscatfish, carp, etc. From natural baits to artificials, including scented baits and flies, now is a great time to begin to seek out your personal best.

Tournament: The Eighth Annual Tightlined Slam 2025 is set for Friday, Oct. 10 to Sunday, Oct. 12. This fly and light tackle event to be held in Western Long Island Sound has proven to be a crowd pleaser as well as a popular conservation-oriented tournament held on our waters. This full

four-person team and two-person skiff division focuses on striped bass, bluefish, and hardtails - with an awards event to follow along with a raffle and silent auction. To register or for more info, check out tightlinedslam.com, or contact Taylor Ingraham at 203-856-9750.

Note: Email us pics of your catches to share with our USA and International fishing friends who keep up with the latest fishing news and frequent social media.

For all things fishy, including the latest gear, flies/fly fishing, rods/reels, clam/crabbing supplies, fishing trips, 2025 licenses/permits, and much more, swing by the shop located at 21 Boston Post Road, Madison, or call 203-245-8665 for updated summer hours. Until next time from your Connecticut shoreline’s full-service fishing outfitter, Authorized Penn Premium Dealer, and promoter of the Daiwa Tournament Program, where we don’t make the fisherman, we make the fisherman better.

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Salary: $40,000-$100,000 (includes commission)

Effective Date: September 3, 2025

Position Summary:

Department: Advertising

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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Collaborate with marketing representatives to fully understand product and communication needs. Identify, locate, and develop new customers through a variety of methods including networking and cold calls. Maintain existing relationships with customers. Partner with customers to help them reach their goals, owning the entire sales process from start to finish. Create and recommend products and services that meet the customer’s needs, based off a Customer Needs Analysis.

Provide exceptional customer service, maintaining the highest levels of personal and professional behavior in the market and in the workplace. Provides information, quotes, credit terms, and other bid specifications to clients. Develop and demonstrate knowledge of The Days sales and marketing portfolio, including newspaper products, digital marketing services and non-traditional offerings (events, promotions, etc.).

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The Lesson of 9/11: Good Prevails Over Evil

By Maria Caulfield

Editor

It’s hard to believe that 24 years have passed since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the United States that resulted in the loss of thousands of lives in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

It was one of those upsetting events about which people would say the memory is etched in their minds: the day they learned that hijackers commandeered four airplanes and used them as missiles to crash into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and on an empty field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

That day was more than history to me. It was part of my family’s shared ordeal. It was a personal nightmare I never could have imagined would happen.

At the time of the attacks, I lived with my husband, Brian, and our infant son, Stephen, in a one-bedroom, rent-controlled apartment in downtown Manhattan located five blocks from the World Trade Center. Our apartment was so close to the World Trade Center that our small balcony on the 17th floor had the view of the top floors of the twin towers.

My husband and I felt we were incredibly blessed with our family life in early September 2001. We had been married a little over three years, and Stephen was turning a year old later that month. Brian had just started a new job at the Knights of Columbus in New Haven, and we were in the process of searching for a home in Connecticut.

In the meantime, there was a birthday party to plan for Stephen, and Brian was adjusting to the long commute from downtown New York to New Haven.

Stephen was born prematurely at 33 weeks and, as a first-time mother, I was instructed by doctors to keep up with his early morning feedings. It was a ritual that Brian and I kept for many months, feeding Stephen every four or five hours around the clock to ensure he was adequately nourished and thriving.

We seemed to have turned the corner on that regimen, but I recall still staying up through the wee hours of the morning on Sept. 11 to watch over our peacefully sleeping boy and to get the birthday invitations ready for mailing.

Brian rose early that morning, and I helped him prepare to catch the early morning train leaving Grand Central to New Haven. As soon as he had left, I lay down to get some much-needed sleep.

The deafening boom that came from somewhere close to our apartment startled me awake. In my drowsy state, I thought nothing of it, reasoning to myself that a

kind of escape. I had recently worked on the 104th floor of that building, for eSpeed, a division of the financial company Cantor Fitzgerald, and began to worry that my former coworkers may be trapped on the upper floors.

In the aftermath of the attack, I learned that Cantor Fitzgerald suffered the most casualties on Sept. 11, losing more than 600 employees. Years later, on a trip to the site with my husband and two sons, I found some of my coworkers’ names etched in the memorial that honors the victims.

The images on the TV screen that day are still clear in my mind. I still get an awful feeling in the pit of my stomach when I see in my mind’s eye the low-flying plane hitting the South Tower and exploding in a ball of yellow and orange flames. It felt surreal that I was seeing it in real time on TV but was also hearing the explosion right outside my apartment. On any other day I would have thought the scene was from a movie, but the events that were unfolding were much too real.

“How can this be,” I recall thinking to myself. In my confusion, I wondered how the first plane’s impact could be replaying on the news report when the North Tower was already ablaze.

The moment the second airplane exploded was when I understood it was not a news report on replay.

I was still on the phone with my husband at that moment, and Brian tells me later that I screamed what was an undeniable fact, “We’re under attack!”

Yet another unexpressed thought also suddenly emerged, filling me with dread: Which building will be attacked next?

It was a fear that many New Yorkers likely had in their minds, too.

In less than two hours, both towers of the World Trade Center would crumble, one after the other. With each collapse, the shock wave hit our apartment building, shaking it as if an earthquake rumbled through Manhattan. A feeling of helplessness and horror took over me, as I held Stephen closely in my arms — a mother protecting her infant in a tight embrace.

crane must have fallen again, as a few similar construction accidents had occurred in the months before. No one was likely hurt, I thought, and lay back again to doze off.

No sooner had I drifted back to sleep than I was awakened by my husband calling from his work. “Turn on the TV,” Brian instructed over the phone, because some-

thing horrific had just happened in New York.

There on the TV screen was the dreadful image of the North Tower of the World Trade Center burning from the top floors, with thick smoke spreading a dark plume and blotching the clear blue skies that day.

My thoughts immediately went to the people in the building, cut off from any

The collapse of each tower sent a massive cloud of concrete dust racing down the streets of downtown New York, chasing dazed New Yorkers in suits, and business attire. The monster dust clouds made their way to my street, adding an unreal feeling to my apprehension. Seconds after each collapse, the view outside my bedroom window turned white like a blockbuster blizzard racing through the city to obliterate the sight of nearby buildings.

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Photo by Maria Caulfield

This image of the burning World Trade Center was snapped Sept. 11, 2001, on the balcony of the author's New York City apartment.

Photo by Maria Caulfield

A second image taken by the author shows an altered New York City skyline without the World Trade Center towers after their collapse Sept. 11, 2001. Photo by Maria Caulfield

The Lesson of 9/11: Good Prevails Over Evil

Continued from page 25

In the next hours and days, Brian and I whipped into a frenzy of planning and action. While I waited for him to return from New Haven, I knew I needed to take my son and quickly leave our 17th-floor apartment. Brian’s parents lived in the same apartment complex but on a much lower floor, and they offered Stephen and me a safe refuge.

As I got ready to leave, I made a frantic call to my family in the Philippines, warning my siblings that the World Trade Center had been hit by two planes. Coincidentally, my parents had just visited New York the previous week, and they had boarded a plane headed back home the night before.

We learned from news reports that two other planes were hijacked that day, one hitting the Pentagon, and the other crashing in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

As soon as Brian returned from New Haven, we made plans to pack up and take our son out of New York for his safety. We made our way to the basement garage in search of our car, a small task that turned out to be nightmarish.

With electric power down all through downtown New York, our garage was in such darkness that we could not see our hand in front of our face. It felt like a metaphor for the events that were taking place just outside our apartment building. The small flashlight we had with us provided weak illumination in a world that suddenly became murky and dangerous.

With an infant in tow, Brian and I left New York that evening to stay with my cousins in New Jersey.

Our apartment became uninhabitable in the following months, but we were welcomed by friends and family members who graciously opened the doors to their homes. It was only in late November, as Thanksgiving approached, that we decided it was safe enough to return to our apartment.

As Brian, Stephen, and I recovered slowly from the trauma, so did the city of New York. Many brave New Yorkers volunteered to clear the rubble to try to find survivors. In 2009, Newsweek reported the grim fact that most of the human remains recovered from the wreckage at Ground Zero “were little more than tiny fragments of charred tissue and bone.”

It was a sobering moment for us, too. We silently cleared the thick layer of dust off the furniture on our apartment balcony, aware of the fact that human bone fragments were detected in the debris by med-

ical examiners in the aftermath of the attacks.

In the following weeks, I wept as I read the stories and saw the pictures of the victims printed in the Profiles of Grief section of . I scoured the papers to find the names of my former coworkers at eSpeed.

The New York Times

In the 24 years since the attacks, much has happened to us as a family. We have moved out of our New York apartment and made Wallingford, Connecticut, our home for over 20 years. As of this writing, we are in the process of acquiring a new home.

Brian continues to work at the Knights of Columbus.

Stephen is turning 25 years old, a big brother to our second son, Justin, 20. Stephen has no memory of the terrorist attacks, but he and Justin know about the 9/11 tragedy all Americans share. We intend to keep them aware of the significance of the attack.

The lessons I learned from that day are many. But a few stand out.

Tragedy can only result where hatred and evil intentions rule in men’s hearts. There are people out there who are willing to kill because of hate and intolerance. But there are many more individuals who, even in the face of danger and fear, are willing to risk their lives to save others. Firefighters, members of law enforcement, and first responders were among those who willingly rushed to the scene with no regard for their own safety. Many others did the same on Sept. 11.

The World Trade Center, along with the other sites of the attacks, became Ground Zero — not just for the acts of terrorism, but also for acts of heroism. As Americans gathered in grief, they also came together to provide relief.

Countless citizens risked their health and well-being to help with search and recovery work. These ordinary heroes are in our midst, reluctant to be lauded for their actions.

One large remnant at Ground Zero in New York City made the front pages of the newspapers. The steel beams from one of the towers that formed a huge cross gave people much-needed hope that goodness and compassion would emerge from the rubble.

This is the lesson I intend to impart to our sons: that heroic actions overflow in our lives even in the face of hatred and tragedy. Self-sacrifice is more powerful than evil, kindness and love will always prevail over hate, and on Sept. 11, 2001, heroism triumphed for the world to see.

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In this Saturday, Sept. 15, 2001, file photo, the Statue of Liberty stands in front of a smoldering lower Manhattan at dawn, seen from Jersey City, N.J.

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In this Sept. 11, 2001, file photo smoke rises from the burning twin towers of the World Trade Center after hijacked planes crashed into the towers, in New York City.

Calendar for the Week of September 11, 2025

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THURSDAY,

SEPT. 11

Optimizing Daily Function: Injury Prevention Through Movement, Awareness, and Adaptation

: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Allison Zipser, an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist specializing in rehabilitating upper extremity injuries. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

9/11 Commemorative Ceremony for Heroes

: 5 p.m.

First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Features a tribute to the victims of the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and to those who dedicated their lives in the service of others. Sponsored by the Madison Exchange Club. For info, visit madisonexchange.org/flags.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 12

Women in Business Luncheon

: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Saybrook Point Resort and Marina, 2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook. Features a talk by Randye Kaye on “Leading (or Just Living) Through a Growth Mindset.” For info or to register, visit oldsaybrookchamber.com/events.

Tween Time: National Video Game Day

: 3:30 p.m.

Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 8 to 12. Participants can play games on the library’s Nintendo Switch and making video game-inspired Perler bead creations. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-7671560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Guilford Art League 77th

Annual Juried Exhibit and Sale

: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Includes the presentation of monetary prizes and awards. The exhibit runs through Saturday, Oct. 1. For info, visit guilfordartleague.org.

Opening Reception for the Polish Dinner

Photographic Art Exhibit and Sale by Frank Bartlett Sr.

: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. The exhibit runs through Friday, Oct. 10. For info, email Frank@thechurchillgallery.com.

Opening Reception for American Girl Doll Club

: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. Features a story or discussion, activities, and a craft from a different history time period. Dolls don’t have to be American Girl. For info or to register (required), call 860663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Unraveling the Mysteries of Hitler’s Last Days

: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a presentation by Connecticut State Archaeologist emeritus Nicholas Bellantoni. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Concert by The Alpaca Gnomes

: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

: 5 to 7:30 p.m. St. John School, 161 Main St., Old Saybrook. Menu: golabki, pierogi, kielbasa, sauerkraut, and more. Meals are available for dine-in or to-go. Cost: $20 per person, free for children 8 and under but must have a ticket. Tickets sold in advance. Sponsored by the Saint John Parish Ladies Guild. For tickets, visit the parish rectory. For info, call 860-388-3787.

Summer Concert Series 2025

: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Westbrook Town Green. Music by Eddy Forman Orchestra. Free. Bring a blanket, chairs, and a picnic. No alcohol. No pets. Presented by the Westbrook Recreation Board. For info, visit the summer concert 2025 link at westbrookrec.com/info/activities.

Moonlight and Melodies

: 6 to 10 p.m. The Highover Estate, 153 Ferry Rd., Lyme. Tickets: $250 per guest. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Music and the Music Now Foundation. For info or tickets, email info@musicnowfoundation.org or visit musicnowfoundation.org.

Concert by Sheena Easton

: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 13

Second Annual Golf Tournament

: 7:30 p.m. Lyman Orchard Golf Course, 70 Lyman Rd., Middlefield. Registration starts 7:30 a.m., shotgun starts 9 a.m. Hosted by the Chester Hose Company. Cost: $160, includes lunch, awards, and raffle. For info or to register, email chcgolf@chesterhoseco.org or visit chesterhoseco.org.

2025 Connecticut Cleanup: Westbrook Annual Book Sale

: 9 to 11 a.m.

West Beach, Westbrook. All cleanup materials will be provided. Sponsored by Save the Sound. For info or to sign up, email apaltauf@savethesound.org or visit savethesound.org/take-action.

: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features hardcovers and paperbacks, fiction and nonfiction, large print, children's books, puzzles, games, DVDs, CDs, and more. Proceeds benefit Killingworth Library’s programs, materials, and services. Rain or shine. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Westbrook Historical Society’s 44th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair Buggy and Wagon Display

: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Westbrook Town Green. Features handcrafted or hand-produced items for sale. Free admission. For info, email westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com or visit westbrookcthistorical.org.

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features 19century horse-drawn buggies and wagons displayed on the farm grounds. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

Padawan Training with the Kessel Temple

: Two sessions: 10 and 10:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 5 and up. Padawan Training is a program run by Saber Guild Kessel Temple’s Jedi Masters and teaches young children the basics of using the Force and how to handle a lightsaber. Kessel Temple is the Connecticut chapter of Saber Guild, an international Star Wars lightsaber performance organization. Saber Guild is a Lucasfilm-recognized, not-for-profit fan group that performs at conventions, charity events, and official Star Wars events. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

: 10 a.m. to noon. Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison. All cleanup materials will be provided. Sponsored by Save the Sound. For info or to sign up, email apaltauf@savethesound.org or visit savethesound.org/take-action.

2025 Connecticut Cleanup: Madison Open House

: 10 a.m. to noon. Apple Pi Robotics Team, 29 Soundview Road, Building 2, unit 3, Guilford (around back to the left). The team accepts members with a wide range of STEAM interests. No previous skills needed. Team members will design robot parts using CAD, program in JAVA, and produce robot parts using the bandsaw, drill press, lathe, mill, CNC, 3D printer, and an array of hand tools. Apple Pi Robotics accepts members from Guilford and the nearby towns. For info, email Diane van der Grinten at dvandergrin10@gmail.com or visit applepirobotics.org.

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including vintage

44th Annual Fall Book and Bake Sale Sept. 26–28

comic books, paper ephemera, and magazines.

The Friends of the Guilford Free Library will host their 44th Annual Fall Book and Bake Sale on Friday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St., across from the Guilford Green.

The Fall Book and Bake Sale is the Friends’ largest fundraiser of the year and a favorite event for Shoreline readers of all ages. Known for its variety, high standards, and organization, the sale features thousands of gently used books curated for quality and interest — all at unbeatable prices.

Books are arranged by topic and tables are restocked regularly throughout the weekend. Fiction selections include everything from literary classics to popular bestsellers. Nonfiction categories span history, art, nature, sports, religion, cooking, health, and more. The sale also includes vintage items such as books, prints, maps,

For younger readers, there will be board books, chapter books, picture books, and classics. Teens can browse young adult titles, graphic novels, and manga.

Other offerings include puzzles, CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records.

The popular Bake Sale will take place Saturday in the library lobby while supplies last, featuring a wide variety of home-baked treats.

Live entertainment is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, with performances by the Ukuladies, the Dudley Farm String Band, and the Skunk Misery Ramblers.

All items will be half price on Sunday. Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own bags.

Proceeds from the sale support the library’s programs and services, including new books, concerts and events for all ages, museum passes, equipment and software, staff development, and the growing Library of Things collection.

For more information, call 203-4538282 or visit www.guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Guilford Free Library

Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Guilford Free Library Tables at the Guilford Free Library’s Fall Book and Bake Sale are meticulously organized by topic and refreshed throughout the weekend. Special selections,

volumes and collector’s editions, are featured in the “Special Books” section.

Shoppers browse puzzles and games under the tents outside the Guilford Free Library. Additional puzzles are located in Tent 2, just steps from the library entrance.

Press Release from the Friends of the Guilford Library

A whimsical penguin greets visitors and points the way to children’s books, puzzles, DVDs, CDs, vinyl, and more at the Guilford Free Library’s annual fundraiser.

Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Guilford Free Library

the color and movement of untamed landscapes. The work is

Galapagos-Inspired Exhibit ‘Invisible Shores’ Opens at City Gallery

volcanoes, craters, and cliffs are great tortoises, marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, and penguins, to name a few.”

Invisible Shores

A recent journey to the Galapagos Islands has inspired artist Sheila Kaczmarek’s newest solo exhibition, , opening this month at City Gallery. The show runs Sept. 5–28, with an opening reception on Sunday, Sept. 14, from 3 to 5 p.m.

“I was immediately struck by the unique, stark landscape,” Kaczmarek says. “Living in this rugged landscape of

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Kaczmarek’s work in clay and mixed media reflects the raw, layered textures of volcanic terrain and the natural harmony of species thriving without human interference. Her pieces explore the interplay of landscape and lifeforms — from the rippling lava beds to the birds that skim the sea.

A longtime Shoreline artist and teacher,

13th Annual Boobstock

Kaczmarek studied at St. Martin’s School of Art in London, UCLA, and the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Brussels. She apprenticed at the Guilford Art Center ceramic studio for five years, has taught art to children and adults for more than two decades, and collaborated with a group of women artists for eight years on exhibitions throughout Connecticut and New York.

Kaczmarek is a founding member of City Gallery, current president of the Guil-

ford Art League, and former board member of the New Haven Paint and Clay Club.

Invisible Shores is free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State St., New Haven. Regular hours are Friday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more information, visit www.city-gallery.org or email info@citygallery.org.

: 11 a.m. The Hyland House Museum, 84 Boston St., Guilford. Features a lecture from 11 a.m. to noon, light lunch and tour of the Hyland House from noon to 1 p.m., and an antique quilt roadshow from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets: $45 for lecture, lunch, and tour; $30 for quilt assessment. Proceeds to benefit The Hyland House Museum. For info or tickets, visit AntiqueQuilts.eventbrite.com.

Beyond the Red Doors Community Celebration and Cookout

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guilford Green. Hosted by the Christ Episcopal Church of Guilford. Features a bouncy house, face-painting, live music, hamburgers and hot dogs, and a history display in the parish hall. There will also be organ music in the church for those who want to drop in for a time of quiet reflection. Free and open to all but attendees are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food donation for the Guilford Food Bank. For info, contact the church office at 203-453-2279 or admin@christchurchguilford.org, or visit christchurchguilford.org.

: 1 p.m. John Sobieski Club, 10 Woodland Rd., Deep River. Features live music, food, drinks, and more. Bring chairs and sunscreen. Limited parking, carpool encouraged. Tickets: $25 for ages 15 to 64, $15 for ages 6 to 14 or over 65, free for ages 5 and under. Proceeds benefit breast cancer patients at Smilow’s Cignari Family Boutique and Middlesex Health Cancer Center. For info or tickets, call 860-227-6232 or visit boobstock.com.

Frames in Film:

Andy Warhol: The American Dream

: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen, in collaboration with the Florence Griswold Museum. Running time: 98 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Local and Regional Author Book Fair

: 1 to 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features local and regional writers who will showcase their work and offer insight on their creative writing. Books available for purchase and signing. Light refreshments will be provided. No registration necessary. For info, call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Second

Annual Pipes and Cider Event

: 1 to 4 p.m.

Palmer-Warner House, 307 Town St., East Haddam. Tickets: $15 to $40. For info, contact 860-247-8996 or palmer.warner@ctlandmarks.org, or visit ctlandmarks.org/events.

Sweet Saturday Nights: John Fries with Corina Malbaurn

: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Tickets: $10. Service fees apply. Refreshments are available for purchase. For info or tickets, visit musicnowfoundation.org/events.

Concert by Bad Animals (Tribute to Heart)

: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Photo courtesy of City Gallery

Sheila Kaczmarek’s Nazca Plate uses layered mixed media to evoke the volcanic terrain of the Galapagos Islands. The work is part of her solo exhibition Invisible Shores, on view at City Gallery through Sept. 28.

, a mixed media piece by Sheila Kaczmarek, explores

featured in Invisible Shores at City Gallery.

Hot Spot

A ceramic sculpture by artist Sheila Kaczmarek, inspired by Galapagos wildlife, blends whimsy and raw texture. It is one of several clay works on view in her exhibit Invisible Shores at City Gallery.

Press Release from City Gallery

Antique Quilts and Their Stories

Shoreline Soul Gospel Workshop Returns for the Holidays

Press Release from Shoreline Soul

Whether you’re a seasoned vocalist or someone who just loves to sing in the shower, Shoreline Soul invites you to experience the joy of gospel music this holiday season.

Led by professional singer Angela Clemmons, this five-week community choral workshop welcomes adults and youth to sing traditional and contemporary gospel music, along with gospel-infused holiday songs. No previous gospel experience is required, and no sheet music is used — all songs are taught by ear. Participants receive digital recordings to practice at home.

“Our workshops aren’t religious services — they’re joyful celebrations of gospel music that welcome everyone,” says Clemmons. “It’s all about the music, the uplifting energy, and the sense of community. By the end, you’ll be amazed at what we’ve accomplished together.”

Rehearsals will be held on Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Oct. 27, and Nov. 17, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m., at First Congregational Church, 122 Broad Street, on the Guilford Green. The culminating concert will take place Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m., with a pre-concert rehearsal beginning at 1:15 p.m. Admission to the concert is free and open to the public.

Professional vocalist and Shoreline Soul director Angela Clemmons has sung with legends including Aretha Franklin, Elton John, and Celine Dion. She leads the Guilford-based holiday gospel workshop this fall.

Early registration is $85 through Sept. 15. After that date, the cost is $95. The fee includes a guide vocal recording, available digitally or on CD. Limited scholarships are available; those interested should contact Clemmons directly.

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 13 AND

SUNDAY, SEPT. 14

11th Annual Chester Dog Fair

Space is limited and early registration is encouraged. A spot is confirmed once payment is received. To register or request a form, email shorelinesoul@gmail.com or call 203-619-1415.

Angela Clemmons has been a professional singer for more than 40 years, performing with artists including Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Celine Dion, Garth Brooks, and Steely Dan. She has appeared on national television programs such as Saturday Night Live and The Tony Awards. Raised as the daughter of a Pentecostal pastor, she brings both a deep appreciation for gospel and a wealth of experience to her workshops. She lives in Westbrook.

Jewish Participation in the American Revolution: Red, White, and Jewish

Anita Graef, Cello, and Chelsea Wang, Piano

: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chester Fairgrounds, 11 Kirtland Terr. Features a lure course, doggie Olympics, demonstrations, a canine good citizenship test, live music, food trucks, a beer and wine tent, vendors, raffles, silent auction, and more. Admission: $5 per person or $10 per family, $5 per dog for the lure course, $10 each for the beer and wine tent. Proceeds benefit Homeward Bound CT, a nonprofit organization that finds homes for dogs in shelters. For info, visit homewardboundct.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 14

WelcomeFest

: Noon to 4 p.m. Henry Whitfield State Museum, 248 Old Whitfield St., Guilford. Features an interactive UNITY art project, multicultural performances, community expo, kindness rocks, free tours, and more. Free admission. For info, contact 203-453-2457 or whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum.

: 2 p.m. Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek, 55 E. Kings Hwy., Chester. Presented by Eric Chandler. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Chester Public Library and the Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek. For info, visit chesterctlibrary.com/adultprograms.

Closing Reception for

: 4 p.m. The Morgan School, 71 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Part of the George Flynn Classical Concerts Series. Free, but tickets must be ordered online. For info or tickets, visit georgeflynnclassicalconcerts.com.

: 2 to 4 p.m. Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center, 167 Neck Rd., Madison. Features artist and retired architectural designer Ann Grasso and a discussion of her work. For info, visit mercybythesea.org.

Swallow Cruise Seasons

: 3:30 to 8 p.m. Departure from Essex Steam Train Station, 1 Railroad Ave. Hosted by the Connecticut Audubon Society. Features an avian treat when thousands of tree swallows settle in at sunset on the lower Connecticut River during their fall migration. Food, a full bar, and restrooms are onboard. Departure and arrival times are approximate. Cost: $55. For info, call 860-767-0660 or visit the day trips link at ctaudubon.org/ecotravel-home.

The Kate’s Annual Gala and 10th Annual Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award

: 5 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center theater and patio, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. The event honors actress Jane Fonda. Features a cocktail hour, food stations, open bar, and online auction at 5 p.m.; presentation of the Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award, interview by television journalist Cynthia McFadden, and live auction at 7 p.m.; and deserts, coffee, entertainment, and closing of online auction bidding at 7:45 p.m. Attire: smart casual, flat heels recommended. Tickets start at $300. Proceeds benefit The Kate’s cultural arts performances and education programs. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Photo courtesy of Shoreline Soul

Participants gather at a past Shoreline Soul community gospel workshop, led by singer Angela Clemmons. The five-week holiday session returns to Guilford this fall, culminating in a free public concert on Dec. 14. Photo courtesy of Shoreline Soul

Dürer’s Master Prints Take Center Stage at Lyman Allyn

Press

Release from the Lyman Allyn Art Museum

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum will present Albrecht Dürer: Master Prints, a major exhibition showcasing more than 40 woodblock prints and engravings by the German Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer (1471–1528). The show runs Sept. 6 through Nov. 30.

Dürer, one of the most influential artists of his era, is credited with revolutionizing printmaking in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Known for his striking compositions and naturalistic detail, Dürer elevated the print to a sophisticated art form and earned international renown.

“Visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore the artist’s exceptional mastery of a remarkably complex medium,” said Tanya Pohrt, curator at the Lyman Allyn. “Albrecht Dürer redefined printmaking in the early 1500s, earning admiration from artists and patrons across Europe.”

The exhibition features highlights such as Adam and Eve (1504), Saint Jerome in His Study (1514), two woodcuts from the Apocalypse series (1498), and all 16 engravings from Dürer’s Engraved Passion (1507–12). Additional selections include pieces from his Small Woodcut Passion (1508–10), Life of the Virgin (1503–10), and works by contemporaries and predecessors such as Albrecht Altdorfer and Martin Schongauer.

Organized by the Reading Public Museum in Pennsylvania, the exhibition also includes prints from Connecticut College’s Wetmore Print Collection.

An opening reception will be held Friday, Sept. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free for museum members and $10 for nonmembers. To register, call 860-443-2545, ext. 2129, or email info@lymanallyn.org.

This exhibition is made possible with support from an anonymous foundation. Additional funding has been provided by the Connecticut State Legislature, administered by the Department of Economic and Community Development, Office of the Arts.

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is located at 625 Williams St., New London, just off Exit 83 on I-95. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays and major holidays. For more information, visit www.lymanallyn.org or call 860-443-2545.

Albrecht Dürer, Joachim and the Angel, 1504,

Image courtesy of the Reading Public Museum. woodcut. Part of The Life of the Virgin series, this intricate print by German Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer is among more than 40 works featured in Albrecht Dürer: Master Prints, on view at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum from Sept. 6 through Nov. 30.

All CT Reads Book Club

The Berry Pickers

: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Book: by Amanda Peters. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Chester Blood Pressure Clinic

: 2 to

3 p.m. Chester Town Hall community room, 203 Middlesex Ave. Free for Chester seniors and community members. For info, contact Public Health Nurse Sherry Carlson at 860-661-3300 or Scarlson@crahd.net.

Teen Advisory Board Interest Meeting

: 3:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to all ages 12 to 18. No registration. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Play Dough-Making Event

: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For children ages 2 to 12. No registration is required. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

International Dot Day

: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features a reading of the book, by Peter H. Reynold, and a connect-the-dots activity with various art supplies. Attendees can wear anything with dots. Best for grades K through 3. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Leaf Printed Notecards

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MONDAY, SEPT. 15

2025 Old Saybrook Chamber Golf League

: Tee times start 4:30 p.m. Fenwick Golf Club, 580 Maple Ave., Old Saybrook. Open to chamber members only. Space is limited. Cost: $250 per golfer. For info, email judy@oldsaybrookchamber.com or visit business.goschamber.com/events.

Books and Beyond: An Evening of Reads, Reps, and Raffles

: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features sales representatives Brian Wraight from Hachette and Rachel Cass from Penguin Random House. Both will highlight top book club picks from differ-

ent genres. For info or tickets, call 203245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

How to Use Chat GPT AI: A Basic Introduction

TUESDAY, SEPT. 16

Bhutan: A Kingdom in a Modern World

: 7 to 8 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $25. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org. :

10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Mary Alice Lee of the Yale University School of Public Health. Lee has worked with colleagues in Bhutan and at the Bhutan Foundation to strengthen health

research programs at the Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Identifying and Reducing Stress

: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Virtual event. Second in a six-week selfcare program through Tuesday, Oct. 14. Hosted by the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Presented by Joan Marshall and Robin Brewer of the Senior Resources Agency on Aging. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

: 6 to 8 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Led by nature artist Denise Smith. Participants will use different leaves to design up to five cards and then embellish them with words of inspiration using ink stamps. Free. All materials provided. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Pickin’ Party

: 6 to 8 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door. For info, call 860-434-1961 or visit danstevens.net.

Author Event: Jason Diamond

The Dot Kaplan's Plot

: 6:30 p.m.

R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

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Friends of the Farm River Hosts Annual Kelsey Island Swim

Friends of the Farm River & Estuary invites the public to take part in its annual Kelsey Island Swim fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 21. The event includes a boat caravan to the island, a 1.2-mile group swim, and refreshments served on the beach afterward.

The event is free to all participants, with a suggested free-will donation of $50 to support the nonprofit’s year-round environmental and educational work. Pre-registration is required at tinyurl.com/kelseyswim25 or by emailing farmriverfriends@gmail.com.

Boat pickup begins at 9:30 a.m. sharp, with the swim starting at 10 a.m. Full location details — including parking instructions, kayak launch points, and boat transfer info — are posted under the News & Events section at friendsoffarmriver.org. The rain date is Sept. 27.

Swimmers are ferried by volunteer boaters to Kelsey Island, located at the mouth of the Farm River between Branford and East Haven. The swim takes about an hour, and participants will be treated to chowder and beverages once they arrive. The event is a favorite among locals, offering a chance to connect with

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Concert by Benmont Tench

Swimmers and volunteers gather for the 2024 Kelsey Island Swim, a community

This year’s event takes place Sunday, Sept. 21, with a rain date of Sept. 27.

neighbors and learn more about the Farm River and its ecosystem.

Those who prefer not to swim can still join in by volunteering — signing in participants, prepping snacks, collecting

donations, or spotting swimmers from kayaks.

Friends of the Farm River & Estuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2002. The organization supports environmentally

sound use of the Farm River watershed through collaboration, outreach, and education. For more information, visit friendsoffarmriver.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17

Wednesday Paint Out 2025

: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. : 9 a.m. to noon. West Wharf Beach, behind the Madison Beach Hotel, W. Wharf Rd. Sponsored by the Madison Art Society (MAS). Open to all MAS members. Nonmembers are welcome to join for one or two paint outs as guests but are requested to become members to continue with other paint-out events. For info, visit madisonartsocietyct.org/plein-air.

Connecticut History Book Club

: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Pratt House, 19 West Avenue, Essex. Book: by Rober Harris. Hosted by the Essex Historical Society (EHS). Led by EHS Director Melissa Josefiak. For info or to register (required), visit essexhistory.org/events.

Act of Oblivion

: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 18

The Estuary Outreach Series

: 11 a.m. Phoebe Griffin Noyes Public Library, 2 Library Ln., Old Lyme. Hosted by The Estuary, a community-focused organization that provides vital programs and services for older adults. The event aims to introduce The Estuary's mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.

Edible Plants and Fungi

istration needed. All materials will be provided. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Author Event: Robert Malley in Conversation with Emily Bazelon

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Shoreline Sailing Club Event

Author Event: Seth Wickersham in Conversation with Peter King

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback

Adventures in Edible Plant Foraging: Finding, Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Invasive, Wild Plants

: 4:30 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Presented by Karen Monger, author of . Part of the Westbrook Garden Club monthly programs for 2025. For info, email westbrookgardenclubct@yahoo.com.

Reading Dragons Deck Box Craft

: 4:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For participants of the library's Reading Dragons program to create a box to house their cards collected this summer. Drop-ins welcome. No reg-

: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and over. New members are welcome and sailing experience is not necessary. BYOB. Cost: free for members and firsttime guests, $10 for others. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

Opening Night for

Tomorrow is Yesterday: Life, Death, and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine Noises Off

: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, Oct. 5. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

Concert by Casey Abrams and Friends

: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

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Press Release from Friends of the Farm River & Estuary

Photo courtesy of FFRE

fundraiser hosted by Friends of the Farm River & Estuary.

Concert by Andy Summers

SEEKING SPONSORS FOR OUR 2025 EVENT

Every year, Shore Publishing/Zip06.com recognizes 15 volunteers in the communities we serve who help fulfill the Shoreline’s promise as a place of opportunity, wellbeing, and safety for all. The honorees are celebrated at a special event at Woodwinds in the fall surrounded by their peers and fellow community leaders.

Sponsorship packages provide excellent advertising opportunities - but most importantly, align your brand or business with the mission of The Beacon Awards.

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New Haven Symphony Opens Season with ‘The Planets’ at Woolsey Hall

The New Haven Symphony Orchestra will open its 2025–’26 season with a celestial blend of orchestral music, choral voices, and spoken word poetry. The season-launching concert, led by Music Director Perry So, takes place Sunday, Sept. 28, at 3 p.m. at Woolsey Hall in downtown New Haven.

The program features Gustav Holst’s alongside Gabriella Smith’s

The Planets Tumblebird

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. The Symphony will be joined by the Elm City Girls’ Choir and a team of Connecticut poets — Aaron Jafferis, Yexandra “Yex” Diaz, Shawn Douglas, and Journey Rosa — who will introduce each planetary movement with original verse.

“Music has aspired to make audible the heavenly spheres since time immemorial,” says So. “We’re kicking off the new season with one of the most spectacular and memorable musical attempts to bring the vastness and beauty of outer space to us — Holst’s . Beyond simply being musical portraits of distant balls of gas and rock, Holst uses the planets to explore ideas close to home: war and peace, joy and old age.”

The Planets

Holst’s beloved suite has capti-

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ONGOING EVENTS

Art Exhibits

Andrews Memorial Town Hall

vated audiences for over a century with its vivid interpretations of the solar system — from the bracing opening of “Mars, the Bringer of War” to the ethereal fade of “Neptune, the Mystic,”

Sept.

which will feature the Elm City Girls’ Choir in a haunting offstage finale. Curated by hip-hop poet and playwright Aaron Jafferis, the poetic invocations preceding each movement aim to add

another dimension of reflection and connection to the performance.

Opening the concert is by composer Gabriella Smith, described Tumblebird Contrails

Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center

: 167 Neck Rd., Madison: For info, visit mercybythesea.org.

Clinton Art Society 2025 Elected Artists Exhibition

: 54 E. Main St., Clinton: For info, visit clintonartsocietyct.org/exhibitions. : Runs Sept. 22 through Nov. 20.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library

: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, visit womensclubmadisonct.com.

125th Anniversary of the Women's Club of Madison

: Runs through Oct. 11.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library

Photographic Art Exhibit and Sale by Frank Bartlett Sr.

: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, email Frank@thechurchillgallery.com. : Runs Sept. 11 through Oct. 10.

Madison Center for History and Culture

: Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison: For info, call MHS at 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. : Runs through March 2026.

by The New York Times as a “rousing” and “joyous” voice in new music. Her work draws from natural sounds — ocean waves, birdsong, and wind — and channels her passion for environmental preservation into sound. The piece offers a vibrant celebration of Earth, the only planet Holst left out.

Tickets range from $15 to $79 and are available at NewHavenSymphony.org or by calling 203-693-1486. Youth under 18 are admitted free with the purchase of an adult ticket. Active military personnel and their immediate family members also receive free admission. College students may attend for $10.

This performance is sponsored by Shipman & Goodwin, Frontier, and the Founded in 1894, the New Haven Symphony Orchestra is the fourth-oldest orchestra in the United States. Its performances and education programs serve more than 27,000 audience members and 10,000 students each year. Through its nationally acclaimed Harmony Fellowship and a range of award-winning outreach initiatives, the Symphony works to foster racial equity and deepen community engagement in the arts. For more information, visit NewHaven Symphony.org.

New Haven Register

: Runs through Sept. 14.

Susan Powell Fine Art

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

Seasons Summer in New England

: Runs through Sept. 28.

Farmers Market

Chester Sunday Market

: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 12. Chester Center, Main St. For info, visit chestersundaymarket.jimdo.com.

Deep River Farmers Market

: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 11. First Congregational Church in Deep River, 1 Church St. For info, contact Paul Santowski at 203-305-5429 or paulsantowski@outlook.com.

: 9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays through Oct. 4. Durham Community Center grounds, 144 Picket Ln., or on the Town Green. For info, email farmersmarket@townofdurhamct.org or visit townofdurhamct.org/articles/summer-farmers-market-update.

: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Green. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com.

: 9 a.m. to noon. Wednesdays and Saturdays through October. Parking lot at 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-833-0095.

The Dudley Farm Farmers Market

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through October. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/farmers-market.

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.

Press Release from the New Haven Symphony Orchestra

Photo courtesy of NHSO

The NHSO opens its 2025–'26 season with The Planets by Gustav Holst, featuring the Elm City Girls’ Choir and spoken word poets, on Sunday,

28, at Woolsey Hall.

Durham Farmers Market

Madison Farmers Market

Old Saybrook Farmers Market

The Day Presents

The 2025 College Fair at Great Wolf Lodge

Join us Saturday, September 27 from 10 am. to 2 p.m. for a dynamic, one-day college fair at the brand-new Great Wolf Lodge in Mashantucket. Designed to bring together students, families, and educational institutions from across the Northeast, this event offers a fresh, inspiring approach to the college search process— set in a venue families will love.

Visit theday.com/collegefair to register. Scan the QR code to learn about opportunities for exhibitors.

Attendees will meet with admissions reps, explore academic options, and gather helpful resources—all in one convenient, family-friendly setting. All participants will receive a printed College Fair Guide with important takeaway information. Other highlights include prize giveaways, an engaging atmosphere, and discounted lodging at Great Wolf Lodge.

Whether you’re helping students find their next step or taking that step yourself, this is a college fair you won’t want to miss. Admission is free.

Horoscopes Crossword

For the week of September 11 - September 17

ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

This week sharpens your focus with daily routines and well-being, Aries. It’s an excellent time to streamline your schedule, tackle neglected tasks and prioritize self-care.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

Creativity and joy are themes for you this week, Taurus. Engage in hobbies, spend time with loved ones and embrace fun pursuits. Your artistic side may be especially inspired

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

Your home and family life take center stage right now, Gemini. You might be focused on domestic projects, redecorating or spending quality time with the people you love.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

Communication is key this week, Cancer. Expect a busy social calendar. Important conversations and new learning opportunities also may pop up. Your words carry weight.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, financial matters are center stage this week. This is a good time to review your budget, look for new income or make sensible investments. Your practical instincts are strong.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22

This week is all about you, Virgo, especially if your birthday falls during these days. Focus on personal goals and self-improvement. Set strong intentions for the year ahead.

SEPTEMBER 11

Ludacris, Rapper (48)

SEPTEMBER 12

Sydney Sweeney, Actress (28)

SEPTEMBER 13

Niall Horan, Singer (32) SEPTEMBER 14

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

It is time for rest and introspection, Libra. You might feel a need to retreat and recharge your batteries in the days to come. Pay attention to what your body is telling you.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

Social connections and networking are driving you right now, Scorpio. Spend time with friends or host a party so others can stop by and mingle. You also can join group events.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, your career and public image are in focus this week. Opportunities for advancement or recognition could arise. Be professional and show off your leadership skills.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

Expand your horizons, Capricorn. This is a great week for learning, planning travel or exploring new hobbies. Try to step outside of your comfort zone as much as possible.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, you might be dealing with financial arrangements or deepening a close bond with someone. Regardless, trust and vulnerability are important concepts right now.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20

Personal and professional relationships are your priority this week, Pisces. It’s important to compromise and seek harmony in all you do.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

SEPTEMBER 15

Tom Hardy, Actor (48) SEPTEMBER 16

Alexis Bledel, Actress (44) SEPTEMBER 17

Patrick Mahomes, Athlete (30)

CLUES ACROSS

1. Utilitarian fashion accessory

4. Engine additive

7. Macaws

8. Listens to

10. Self-righteously moralistic person

12. Made of wood

13. Chinese lute

14. Beginning military rank

16. Indicates near

17. Ties the score

19. Chum

20. Long ago

21. Localities

25. Midway between northeast and east

CLUES DOWN

1. Occur

2. Show up

3. Capital of Taiwan

4. Ocean

5. Givers and ___

6. Gets ready

8. Ad __

9. Fit of irritation

11. Criminal organization

14. Exclamation that denotes disgust

15. American state

18. Sensor hub

19. Before

20. The boundary of a surface

Pope Leo XIV, Religious leader (70)

26. Make fun of

27. Tennis great Arthur

29. Construction location

30. Cow’s noise

31. Blue

32. One of the Fab Four

39. Formula 1 team

41. Dash

42. Lifting device

43. Basics

44. Keyboard key

45. Old Irish alphabet

46. Shaking of the Earth’s surface

48. Covered stadium

49. Sword handles

50. Longing or yearning

51. Creators’ social network

52. Boxing’s GOAT

22. Witnesses

23. Singular

24. Type of meal

27. Music awards show

28. Former French coin of low value

29. A bag-like structure in an animal

31. Schenectady County Airport

32. Calm down

33. Partner to cheese

34. Cola brand

35. Stepped on

36. Japanese city

37. Type of coating

38. A citizen of Yemen

39. Popular breakfast item corned beef __

40. On a line at right angles to a ship’s length

44. First responders

47. Short-term memory

Word Search

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

SCHOOL YEAR WORD SEARCH

ASSIGNMENT

BACKPACK

BLACKBOARD

CALCULATOR

CHAIR

CHALK

CLASSROOM DESK

EXAM

GRADE

HIGHLIGHTER HOMEWORK

LESSON

LIBRARY MARKER

NOTEBOOK

PRINCIPAL RECESS RULER

SCHEDULE

STUDENT

TEACHER

TEXTBOOK

WHITEBOARD

Word Scramble

Word Scramble solution for September 4, 2025: PACK

Word Search solution for September 4, 2025

Real estate

September 11, 2025

A Charming Waterfront Cotttage

This year-round waterfront cottage features its own private beach and sweeping views of Long Island Sound.

At just under 600 square feet, the home sits on a .12-acre lot with rare expansion potential. A spacious deck overlooks the water, making it perfect for enjoying morning coffee or evening sunsets. Sliders from both the living room and bedroom create seamless indoor-outdoor living.

Inside, the cottage offers hardwood floors, a brick fireplace for cozy winter nights, and an ample kitchen that completes the picture of relaxed coastal charm.

Just a one-minute walk brings you to one of the association’s pristine beaches and the clubhouse. The association marina—visible from the home—offers boat slips and easy access for kayaks and small craft.

A large shed and oversized parking area add convenience, while the location places you near Old Saybrook’s best restaurants, shops, and entertainment.

Whether you’re seeking a weekend retreat or a year-round coastal lifestyle, this property delivers the ideal blend of waterfront living and boating paradise.

This home is being offered for sale by Coldwell Banker Realty for $1,190,000. For more information or a showing, contact Joel Lucas at 860-304-9150.

Beadboard walls, hardwood floors, and a slider framing water views give the living room an airy, beachcottage feel with space for casual dining.

The light-filled bedroom features a slider to the deck for seamless indoor-outdoor living, plus double windows, a ceiling fan, and coastal details.

A wide deck at 174 Nehantic Trail offers multiple seating areas and overlooks Long Island Sound—ideal for morning coffee or sunset dinners.

Staff Report

Real Estate Transactions

CLINTON

MADISON

: Estate of Roberta C. Raffone and Annmarie R. Dudley to Wallace and Donna Green, $295,000 on Aug. 19

: Donna L. Cavanaugh to Golden Prop Solutions LLC, $182,500 on Aug. 18

: Jose Estela to Ann and Christopher Burke, $200,000 on Aug. 21

: Nicholas H. Deens to Karisth S. Ferreira, $375,000 on Aug. 21

WESTBROOK

Solidea and Mario Pitruzzello to Dalal and Issa Issa, $14,900 on Aug. 19

: Mallory S. and Jason D. Barlow to Patrick Brennan, $585,000 on Aug. 22

: Ek Re Fund 1 LLC to Tamara L. Jones, $452,000 on Aug. 21

: Erika L. Cohen to Donato Monaco and Juliet E. Ricciuti, $830,000 on Aug. 18

: Thomas M. Horan to Bruce and Kathleen Hoff, $405,000 on Aug. 18

: William J. Farrell to Allan and Rebecca Chasen, $2,000,000 on Aug. 21

: Benjamin Poor and Catherine Zee-Poor to Kevin Marchant and Anna Faust, $664,000 on Aug. 18

: Adam B.

Cohen to Robert & Tina Beltrone T and Robert F. Beltrone, $935,570 on Aug. 20

: Lynn A.

Manizza to Henry R. and Juliana Marbach, $325,000 on Aug. 18

: Gary R. and Donna M. Lenkeit to Sally and Steven Earnest, $670,000 on Aug. 22

GUILFORD

: First Class Prop LLC to Angela Ahern, $337,500 on Aug. 21

: Estate of

David J. Blake and William T. Blake to Juan Patino, $310,000 on Aug. 20 : Laurel

M. Hanniford to Tylor C. Edwards, $250,000 on Aug. 21

: Mabel

Investments LLC to Joshua Banks, $299,999 on Aug. 21 : Estate of Lillian Horne and John Horne to Brayan Lucero, $337,000 on Aug. 19

: Ralph Grego to Steven and Ramona Persaud, $208,000 on Aug. 22 :

Michael J. Gorman to Nadia N. Martinez, $300,000 on Aug. 19 : Samuel Flake and Hannah Cunningham to Mwangala P. Akanandisa and Daniel A. Balder, $373,000 on Aug. 19

Jonathan Jennings to Rebecca B. Placeenter and Edward S. Bliss, $400,000 on Aug. 21

Linda S.

Dupuis to Lindsey and Sean Hildenbrandt, $475,000 on Aug. 21

: Michael and Nicole McGovern to Cesar and Coralina Garcia, $324,500 on Aug. 20

Andy Lane 965 Boston Post Road

: Michael V. and Megan Pepe to Elizabeth O. and Jeffrey Kaye, $925,000 on Aug. 19

: Ramadanovic Holdings LLC to 965 Emc LLC, $800,000 on Aug. 18

: Brent L. Thomsen and Andrew B. Rouillard to Deborah A. Kleese and David W. Litsenberger, $660,000 on Aug. 21

: John A. Maxwell and Karen Morelli to Clara B. Juncadella and Kal J. Otto, $345,000 on Aug. 20

: Nce Realty LLC to Josh Mazzone, $355,000 on Aug. 22

: 51 Commerce Street Eh LLC to Edal Re Holdings LLC, $920,000 on Aug. 21

Shore Publishing’s annual Beacon Awards recognize outstanding individuals who selflessly step up to help fulfill the Shoreline community’s promise as a place of opportunity, well-being, and safety for all.

Each year we recognize, honor, and thank these distinguished members of the community for all they do at a dinner and celebration event in October.

Bill Stableford (Madison)

Christina Zarotney (Old Saybrook)

Cinzia Lettieri (Clinton)

Doreen Shirley (Madison)

Jaye Carlson (Guilford)

Jim Lockhart (Deep River)

Laura Francis (Madison)

Lorena Venegas (East Haven)

Maureen Westbrook (Deep River)

Michael Lawton (Westbrook)

Michael Rafferty (Old Saybrook)

Patrick Bryan (Chester)

Peggy Adler (Clinton)

Tim Gannon (Killingworth)

Vincent Giordano (Branford)

Harbor News 09-11-25

Old Saybrook Picks New Police Chief

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The 16th Annual Saybrook Point 5K Wraps Up

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Our Dine Everywhere Raffle Concludes

Call for Volunteers – Arts & Crafts Festival 2025

Look Forward to Local Fall Events

Girls’ Soccer Wins Season Opener, Volleyball Wins a Pair

Wr a ps HUSKIES

Old Saybrook Middle School

Eighth Graders Win Kickball Tournament

When Birds Fly Off, Hookups Soar

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On The Water

Schedules

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Westbrook Field Hockey Starts the Season Strong

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Field Hockey

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TRee Removal

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44th Annual Fall Book and Bake Sale Sept. 26–28

Galapagos-Inspired Exhibit ‘Invisible Shores’ Opens at City Gallery

Second

Shoreline Soul Gospel Workshop Returns for the Holidays

Dürer’s Master Prints Take Center Stage at Lyman Allyn

Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Identifying and Reducing Stress

Friends of the Farm River Hosts Annual Kelsey Island Swim

SEEKING SPONSORS FOR OUR 2025 EVENT

New Haven Symphony Opens Season with ‘The Planets’ at Woolsey Hall

The Planets Tumblebird

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