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March 5, 2026

Branford, North Branford & Northford

Vol. XXX Iss. 10

Branford Begins Search for First Appointed Town Clerk

By Laura Robida

Managing Editor

After six consecutive elected terms, Branford Town Clerk Lisa Arpin concluded her 12 years in office Jan. 5 as the town transitions the position from elected to appointed. Arpin “did give a letter of resignation on December 30 effective January 5,” First

Selectman Joshua Brooks said, noting that date marked the end of her elected term.

Arpin was first elected in 2013 and won reelection five times. She defeated Democratic candidates Pamela Knapp in 2013 and 2015, Margaret Bruno in 2017, and Eileen Poulton Cimino in 2021, and she ran unopposed in 2019 and 2023.

In September 2024, the Representative

Town Meeting (RTM) adopted Chapter 96 of the town code, converting the town clerk position from elected to appointed.

“The Branford RTM changed the clerk position from elected to appointed,” Brooks said.

The ordinance states its purpose is “to

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Yoga For Good

A Dance Dynasty

Yoga instructor Margaret Criscuolo, front, leads a class at Trinity Episcopal Church in Branford on Feb. 28 during a day of guided meditation, yoga and self-care sessions focused on holistic health. Proceeds and food donations benefit the Community Dining Room.

Branford Dance has secured its 30th state championship title.......12

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Richard Hackley: Keeping Rock Alive in Branford

By Pam Young

Special to The Sound

Richard Hackley is turning Branford’s town green into a stage, and he’s inviting the whole community to plug in.

After a 30-year career in electrical engineering, the rock drummer has returned to his first love, launching Shoreline Rocks Concerts and organizing the town’s first Porchfest.

“Music was my first love. I’m a rock drummer,” Richard says. “That band KISS that a lot of people hated back in the ’70s inspired me to play drums and was what got me into college. I owe a lot to that activity.”

Music has long been part of Richard’s story. He attended elementary school in Orange, in the building that now houses the High Plains Community Center, before his family moved to Branford in 1975. He later attended the Educational Center for the Arts in New Haven, a steppingstone to Western Connecticut State University, where he majored in music education.

Though he ultimately opted away

from music and pursued a career in electrical engineering with United Illuminating in Orange, the rhythm never really left.

When that chapter closed, Richard found himself pulled back toward music. In 2023, he created Shoreline Events CT—known as Shoreline Rocks Concerts on Facebook—after a conversation in which someone suggested that rock and roll was dead.

“One of my friend’s sources made a comment that rock is dead and that only jazz and country music mattered right now,” Richard says. “I set out to prove that statement wrong.”

He began organizing shows at Stony Creek Brewery, bringing in local favorites and experimenting with themes, including an event that

combined original music with an art festival, where artists sold their crafts while bands performed their own material.

“I invited artists to sell their goods and crafts in the upper portion of the building and have bands play their original music,” Richard says.

As venues changed and challenges emerged—Stony Creek Brewery was sold in the summer of 2025 to New England Brewing Company, and winter shows were put on pause while relationships were rebuilt—Richard kept refining his approach. He found success pairing car shows with live music, including a large event at Doody’s Restaurant in North Branford.

Still, finding venues and covering costs remains one of the biggest hurdles.

“It costs a lot of money to rent a facility,” Richard says. “Once I have to pay for a location, the economics do not work without sponsors.”

He says planning Porchfest has reinforced that lesson.

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Photo courtesy of Richard Hackley Richard Hackley is bringing live music to Branford through Shoreline Rocks Concerts and the town’s inaugural Porch-

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provide stability and accountability within the administrative functions of the position of Town Clerk for the Town of Branford.” It further provides that the clerk in office at the time of enactment “shall continue in office until the expiration of the term for which he or she was elected.”

The Board of Selectmen is now authorized to appoint a town clerk by unanimous vote to serve a four-year term and must notify the Secretary of the State of the appointment.

The town has not yet made an appointment and is currently accepting applications for the full-time position, which carries a salary range of $81,000 to $90,917. According to the job posting, the clerk is

responsible for maintaining municipal land records, serving as registrar of vital statistics, overseeing election administration, and filing legal notices and official board records.

“In the interim, two of the assistant clerks are acting as interim Town Clerks,” Brooks said.

During her final months in office, Arpin was named in a lawsuit filed by Board of Education candidate Harlan Fichtenholtz regarding the certification of results in a two-year school board race. A Superior Court judge issued a memorandum of decision Jan. 12 ruling in favor of the defendants.

Applications for the appointed town clerk position are being accepted through the town’s online employment portal.

Short-Term Residential Rental Registration Now Available

The Town of Branford announces that the Short-Term Residential Rental (STRR) Registration Application is now available online. Property owners who operate, or plan to operate, a short-term residential rental in Branford must complete the annual registration process in accordance with Chapter 199 of the Town Code. The application is available through the Town’s OpenGov portal at branfordct.portal.opengov.com. Annual permits are issued for the period of May 1 through April 30. Properties operating without a valid permit may be subject to enforcement action, including fines and permit revocation. For more information, email PlanningandZoning@branford-ct.gov.

The East Shore District Health Department (ESDHD) is offering free radon air test kits to residents of East Haven, Branford, and North Branford. The free test kits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the East Shore Health District, 688 East Main Street, Branford. It is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The kits are provided through the Connecticut Department of Public Health Radon Program. Supplies are limited; only one kit per household. For more information, email ESHD at info@esdhd.org.

Free Business and Leadership Program

Next Girl Up, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young women, is partnering with the Soundview Family YMCA to host a free 10-week business and leadership program every Wednesday through May 6 (no session April 15). The sessions take place from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Soundview YMCA, 628 East Main Street, Branford. The program introduces students to marketing, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and career exploration. Designed for girls in grades 9 to 12, Next Girl Up helps participants build confidence, communication skills, and practical knowledge rarely taught in traditional classrooms. Weekly sessions feature interactive lessons, group discussions, and real-world case studies. No prior experience or interest in business is required. The program is free and open to high school students in the community. For more information or to register, visit nextgirlup.org/soundview-ymca-february-2026.

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Family Sues North Branford Group Home Over Alleged Abuse

By Eric O'Connell

Staff Writer

The family of an intellectually disabled man has filed a civil complaint against a North Branford group home, alleging he was the victim of abuse that resulted in serious injuries. The lawsuit comes in the wake of the arrest of an employee at the home by police late last year.

On Jan. 28, Maria Cunha filed a civil complaint in New Haven Superior Court on behalf of her brother, John Cunha, alleging “repeated physical abuse, neglect, and systemic failures at a group home operated by Resources for Human Development, Inc. (RHD) in North Branford, Connecticut,” according to a press release from the New Haven-based law firm LTKE Law, which represents Cunha. In the release, John Cunha is described as “an intellectually disabled, non-verbal adult with autism.”

The complaint, filed in January, states that Cunha suffered physical and emotional harm as a result of the alleged abuse and was forced to relocate to a new home.

The lawsuit alleges the group home failed to maintain a safe environment; failed to report suspected abuse to family members, police, or the Department of Social Services; failed to investigate unexplained injuries; failed to follow care plans; failed to supervise or train staff; and failed to conduct adequate background checks.

The complaint seeks compensatory damages in excess of $15,000, along with any other relief the court deems appropriate.

The lawsuit claims that between October 2024 and August 2025, while in RHD’s care, Cunha was hospitalized at different times with moderate and severe injuries. Those injuries allegedly included a severely torn spleen with internal bleeding; multiple broken ribs; fractures in his lower back and a broken arm; fluid around his lungs; cuts and bruises; and bite marks. At one point, Cunha was placed on a feeding tube, his family’s lawyer said.

The complaint states that Cunha’s family eventually requested installation of video cameras in the group home. The

cameras were installed in July 2025. In early August, Cunha’s family was contacted after a review of the footage allegedly showed an employee dragging Cunha across the floor in one incident and, in a separate incident, striking him.

After viewing the footage, Cunha’s family contacted the North Branford Police Department (NBPD). According to the complaint, RHD refused to cooperate with the investigation until police obtained a search warrant.

Following an investigation, NBPD officers arrested RHD employee Khatib Abbass—also known as Mark Jenkins—on Dec. 28 on two counts of reckless endangerment in the second degree and two counts of disorderly conduct. Video evidence also showed Abbass harming another female resident at the group home. He was released on bail and is due in court on March 4. He had not entered a plea as of press time, according to the state Judicial Branch website.

“The complaint asserts that RHD failed to safeguard Mr. Cunha from ongoing harm and hired unqualified staff, including Khatib Abbass—also known as Mark Jenkins—an employee with an extensive criminal history, prior felony convictions, and a known alias. According to the filing, RHD failed to properly vet, train, or supervise Abbass and other employees, resulting in repeated and escalating injuries to Mr. Cunha,” the LTKE Law press release states.

According to the complaint, Abbass, also known as Jenkins, has numerous convictions from the mid-1980s to the late 1990s, including charges of assault, kidnapping, larceny, criminal trover, and fraud. The complaint states he was hired by RHD in April 2024.

RHD was founded in 1970 and offers a variety of programs for people with developmental disabilities, individuals facing addiction recovery, those experiencing homelessness, and people with mental health needs. Based in Philadelphia, the company operates programs in 14 states, including Connecticut. Emails seeking comment from RHD and its counsel were not answered in time for publication.

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BPD Raise $106,719 for Special Olympics CT

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The Branford Police Department raised $106,719 for Special Olympics Connecticut in 2025, earning recognition as the highest-earning police department in the state.

Detective Joe Herten and Officer Joe Harrington led the effort, organizing the state’s top-earning Tip-A-Cop event at Lenny’s Indian Head Inn in Branford. Their work earned the department the Joel Kent Award.

Lt. Joel Kent, who launched the Tip-ACop program in the 1980s while serving with the Windsor Police Department, presented the award to Branford officers during a ceremony held today.

Police officials said the fundraising success was made possible through the support of donors, department personnel, the staff and participants at Lenny’s, and the Branford community.

The department also recognized Herten and Harrington for their continued commitment to Special Olympics year after year.

Photo courtesy of the Branford Police Department

Members of the Branford Police Department are recognized after raising $106,719 for Special Olympics Connecticut during the 2025 fundraising year. The department earned the Joel Kent Award for organizing the state’s highest-grossing Tip-A-Cop event.

The Fate of Ophelia

Story by Carol Andrecs

Sweet, silly Ophelia practically begs for attention when anyone walks into her room. She rolls on her back and waits for a belly rub, jumps on your lap to make sure you notice her, and twirls around your legs until you bend down and offer her some love. This adorable brown tabby craves any and all attention and won’t stop until she gets what she wants, including a permanent home. At the young age of 5 years old, precious Ophelia deserves to be the center of your world. Come meet her at our open house or apply to adopt her 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 ded-

to help care for the cats and keep our facility clean and organized. If you can donate info@forgottenfelinesct.org.

Goodwill Seeks Donations

Easter Seals Goodwill is seeking donations, particularly clothing for men, women, and children, as well as linens and household items, including small kitchen appliances, glasses, and dishware. Donations are accepted at 249 West Main Street, Branford. For more information, visit goodwill-branford-gwsne.business.site.

Shoreline Arts Alliance Announces Student Art Competition

Shoreline Arts Alliance (SAA) invites high school students in its 24-town region to submit artwork for its 42nd Annual Future Choices Visual Arts Competition and Exhibition. The exhibit will be held Wednesday, April 8, through Saturday, April 11, and Wednesday, April 22, through Monday, April 27, at Flat Rock Gallery, 314 Flat Rock Place, Suites F135 and F140, Westbrook. Artwork in ceramics, drawing, digital media, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and video must be submitted by Friday, March 27, by either the student or a teacher. Cash awards will be presented in each category, along with special honors including Best in Show and the Earl Grenville Killeen Founders Award. For guidelines and submission information, visit www.shorelinearts.org/future-choices. For more information, call 203-421-6739 or email office@shorelinearts.org.

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“I saw I needed sponsors because it was more than I was willing to pay out of pocket,” he says. “I am learning sponsorship with this event, and it will help me with all other events I am going to do.”

Porchfest represents his most ambitious undertaking yet.

“I haven’t done anything this complex yet with various sites on the same day,” he says. “It makes it special because you can’t do it without community support.”

The event relies on neighbors willing to host musicians on their porches or in their front yards, as well as volunteers to help guide visitors and welcome guests into town. Bands will perform 25- or 45-minute sets and bring their own equipment, with Richard encouraging streamlined setups to allow for quick transitions. Solo artists, duos, and full bands are welcome.

“When full bands want to play, I will have to locate them in public areas where the sound can really open up and they won’t be a distur-

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bance to any of the neighbors,” Richard says.

Richard is still gathering host locations and plans to construct a centralized map on his website showing which bands are playing and when. He hopes participation grows to match similar events in other communities, envisioning pockets of music spreading into different neighborhoods over time.

“If in the following years other neighborhoods want pockets of bands to play in their sections too, that would be great,” he says. “They can get involved and do their own subset of bands in the same event.”

He is also mindful of the local economic impact.

“We are deliberately keeping the first year centered there to bring business to merchants,” Richard says of the town green area. “I want outsiders to come in.”

Though the event is not sponsored by the town and receives no financial support from it, Richard says town officials have been supportive.

“This is all out of my pocket,” he says. “I met with First Selectman

Josh Brooks a few days ago, and the town has been wonderful to me. Everyone is thrilled we are doing this and will give me all the support I need in order for the event to take place. I walked away from that meeting feeling really good.”

At its core, the work is driven less by logistics and more by emotion.

“I am going back to my first love in life,” he says. “I get excited just being in that energy. What’s great about music is I don’t know anything else that can change a person’s state of mind as quickly as the first chord of a song they love.”

Seeing people enjoy themselves, he says, is the greatest reward.

“It is the greatest thing to me,” Richard says, “knowing that any of the events I put up are making that happen.”

Porchfest is scheduled for May 30, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., with a rain date of May 31.

For more information about the inaugural Branford Porchfest, visit www.shorelineevents-ct.com.

Pursuant to Section 7-394 of the Connecticut General Statutes, notice is hereby given that as of February 25, 2026, a copy of the Annual Audit of the Town of North Branford for the year ended June 30, 2025 is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk, 909 Foxon Road, and open for public inspection.

Dated at North Branford, Connecticut this 25th day of February, 2026.

Lisa A. Valenti, MMC North Branford Town Clerk

TOWN OF BRANFORD

The Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Branford, Connecticut hereby gives notice of Public Hearings to be held on Thursday March 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM by remote technology to consider the applications listed below. Information regarding how to participate in the Public Hearings will be provided on the Commission’s meeting Agenda that will be posted on the Town’s website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

1. Application PZ # 26-6 Special Exception for an Oversized Accessory Structure located at 19 Queach Road. Mary Beth Tucker-Applicant & Owner.

2. Application PZ # 26-1 4 Lot Resubdivision located at 76-82 Totoket Road (modification of prior approval). Vincenso A. Capasso (Trustee)-Applicant & Owner.

At said hearings all persons will have the right to be heard. Copies are on file in the Planning & Zoning Commissions office at the Planning & Zoning Department (1019 Main Street) Branford, CT 06405. Written communications may be sent to the above address or to: PlanningandZoning@branford-ct.gov.

BRANFORD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION

C. ANDRES, CHAIRPERSON

Calling Volunteers for Branford Porchfest

The organizers of Porchfest are seeking local volunteers for Branford’s inaugural Porchfest event on Saturday, May 30. The event needs residents near the town center who are willing to donate their front porches and lawns to host musicians and audience members for a day of musical performances. Hosts will need to provide access to electrical outlets and bathrooms for the performers. The event will run from noon to 5 p.m., though hosting can be just a portion of that time. The event area centers on the town green. The rain date is Sunday, May 31. Volunteers are also needed throughout the event to serve as community ambassadors to help guide guests to the performance sites and to do cleanup after the event. For more information, email info@shorelineevents-ct.com.

GED, ESOL, and Citizenship Options

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF Timothy E. Sullivan (26-00041)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated February 18, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Taylor Carafeno, Clerk

The fiduciary is: Sue Ellen Sullivan

c/o MARK R CONNELL, ATTORNEY AT LAW, 21 SOUTH WINDS DRIVE, ESSEX, CT 06426

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NOTICE

NORTH BRANFORD ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Notice is hereby given that the North Branford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026 at the North Branford Town Hall, 909 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT to consider the following:

A. Appl. #2025-9, 1821 Middletown Avenue – requesting variances to split existing lot into two (2) lots with variances for: square footage for lot size; lot square less than 150’; width along building line less than 150’; and street frontage less than 125’ for each parcel. Owner: George & Kathryn Gallager/Applicant: James Pretti, PE, LS, Criscuolo Engineering LLC

At this hearing, all interested parties may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. Copies of the applications are on file for public inspection in the Town Hall Planning Department or on the Town’s website www.northbranfordct.gov.

Steve Kenning, Chairman

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF Jay Joseph Kroopnick (26-00017)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated February 17, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Robin Kroopnick c/o EMILY RESNIK CONN, RESNIK AND RESNIK, 1 BRADLEY ROAD, SUITE 105, WOODBRIDGE, CT 06525

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF Austra Schneider (25-00445)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated February 13, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Taylor Carafeno, Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Adrienne Serra c/o GRIFFIN BOTTOMLEY, GESMONDE, PIETROSIMONE, & SGRlGNARl, LLC, 3127 WHITNEY AVENUE, HAMDEN, CT 06518

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ACTIONS

At the Regular meeting of the Branford Planning & Zoning Commission held on Thursday February 19, 2026 the following actions were taken:

1. Application PZ 25-16 Special Exception for the construction of a two-family home in the rear of the parcel and a second-floor addition above the existing garage for a dwelling located at 42 Silver Street.- APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS.

2. CGS Section 8-24 Referral for the acceptance of Lomartra Lane- POSITIVE REPORT ADOPTED

C. Andres, Chairperson F. Russo Secretary

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF BRANFORD BRANFORD, CONNECTICUT 06405 Legal Notice

The Branford Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Tuesday March 17, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom technology to conduct Public Hearings on the following applications. Information regarding how to participate in the Public Hearings will be provided on the meeting Agenda that will be posted on the Town’s website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Old Business:

New Business:

ZBA 26-2 Alfred Tisko-(Applicant & Owner)

37-51 Stone Street (B10-000-005-00001 R4)

Var. Sec. 3.4.A Minimum lot area of 13,862 sq ft where 20,000 sq ft is required. This is a land transfer between neighbors. 41 Union Street is transferring land to 22 Union Street, making 41 Union St. nonconforming in the process to the lot area. 22 Union St. currently non-conforming for R4 in regard to lot area, would be made conforming in this process.

ZBA 26-3 Lenore S. Digioia (Applicant & Owner)

69 Summer Island Road (D12-000-003-00004 R3)

Var. Sec. 3.4.A.7 Rear setback from 20 feet required to 1.0 foot proposed (1.0 ft was existing garage demo’d) Var. Sec. 3.4.A.10 Lot coverage from 0.25 required to 0.39 proposed (0.32 currently existing, was 0.38 before garage demo) for the addition of a one car-attached garage with a bedroom above.

ZBA 26-4 Palm Family LLC (Applicant & Owner)

20 Summer Island Point Rd (D12-000-004-00004 R3)

Var. Sec. 3.4.A.5 Streetline setback from 25 feet required to 13.0 feet proposed (1.6 feet existing) Var. Sec. 3.4.A.10 Lot Coverage from 0.25 max to 0.28 proposed (0.27 existing) to lift and move existing home to make it FEMA compliant and provide parking.

ZBA 26-5 Paul Greenbaum (Applicant & Owner)

13 Fenway Road (E11-D11-004 -00007 R3)

Var. Sec. 3.4.A .6 To allow a side yard setback of 2.6 feet where 15 feet is required for an addition to a single family home.

Jim Sette Chairman

Hatha Yoga Series

A beginner/intermediate-level hatha yoga series runs Tuesdays from 5:45 to 7 p.m. through Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Trinity Church Hall, 1009 Main Street, Branford. The sessions are led by certified yoga instructor Gina Macdonald-Page. The cost is $10 per session, with drop-in participants welcome. Proceeds benefit the Branford Community Dining Room. Participants are advised to wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. For more information, call or text Gina at 203-710-6665.

Branford Elks Welcomes Applications for Scholarship

The Branford Elks Lodge is offering a $1,500 scholarship to a student who has been actively involved in service to the community. To be eligible, applicants must be Branford residents or members of the family of a Branford Elk in good standing and graduating from high school this calendar year. To apply, students need to submit a copy of their transcript, a letter of recommendation, and an essay describing what their involvement in their community has been. Transcripts should include their senior year courses taken. Letters of recommendation should be from an individual familiar with the work described in their essay. Recommendations from teachers describing academic achievement do not carry the weight of a recommendation from an individual with firsthand knowledge of their contributions to the community. Essays should be between 500 and 1,000 words in length. They should be well-written, succinct, and focused on their work in the community, not what they have accomplished in the classroom. Applications can be mailed to The Branford Elks Lodge #1939, 158 South Montowese Street, Branford, CT 06405 (Attention: Amy Lawler). The deadline for applications is Friday, April 10. For more information, email Amy Lawler at amyalisia@hotmail.com.

BRANFORD CENTER CEMETERY’S ANNUAL MEETING

The Branford Center Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at the office on Cemetery grounds at 155-169 Montowese Street in Branford. The cemetery’s website is branfordcentercemetery.org. Contact 1-475-308-0770 with questions.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Martha Mary Roessner (26-00059)

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Maura Roessner, 138 Montrose Avenue Unit 11, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF Michael P. Markleski (26-00044)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated February 19, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Joanne F. Markleski, 13 Creek Court, Branford, CT 06405

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NORTH BRANFORD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION

The North Branford Planning & Zoning Commission at its February 19, 2026 Regular Meeting:

A. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS. #2026-2, Site Plan Modification for 90 Ciro Road to add a fourth building (30’ x 50’) to the property. Owner: Maclellan North Branford LLC/Applicant: John Paul Garcia, PE, LS

Robert Nowak, Chairman

Branford Dance Extends Dynasty with 30th Title

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

program is to compete for a state title, and in Jessie Pantani’s first season as head coach, she met that expectation as Branford earned its 30th state championship on Feb. 28.

sity hip-hop division with a score of 278.1. The Hornets were followed by Norwich Free Academy at 271.6 and Stratford at 259.2.

program’s 11th consecutive state championship and its 18th overall in the division.

under Megan Palluzzi the past two seasons, said the team faced new challenges as it ushered in a new era. With support from parents and alumni, however, the Hornets were able to overcome adversity and rise to the top.

lished really well. We have a really great support system of alumni and parents that have made it really possible for us to be able to do this for this long,” Pantani said. “We’re a small team, and this year we don’t have any seniors so it’s all underclassmen. They really had to step it up and work really hard to make sure that they followed in the footsteps of the legacy that Branford dancing has.”

not only to perform at its best, but also to continue pushing the program forward and honor the alumni who came before.

doing it for all of the alumni and all the members that came before us,” she said. “We’ve had a ton of people come out to Farmington to watch us dance and to support us. We had all of them with us when they called our name for first. It was so awesome.”

The Branford dance team consists of junior Olivia Gwiazda; sophomores Alanah Duncan, Guilianna Gambardella, Mia Rojas, and Tori Zalewski; and freshmen Elisa Ferrigno and Isabella Zdunek. The team captains were juniors Luna Elston and Stella Elston.

While the small group danced its way to first place in the hip-hop routine to “Pon de Replay” by Rihanna, it was not the team’s only highlight of the day.

Branford was also named runner-up in

the small varsity jazz division. The team scored 248.9, trailing Middletown’s 252.7. Wethersfield placed third with a score of 239.

Pantani said the jazz routine was especially meaningful because it was choreographed by an alumna. She said it was the first time a routine had been choreographed by someone who came through the program and then returned to work with the team.

“The second-place finish was a huge accomplishment, but it was something that we weren’t even sure of at the beginn-

ing of the season if we were going to really be able to get our team in a place where we were going to be a high-level competitor with the other teams in the states in that specific division,” Pantani said. “The style is really new to all of the girls, so to be able to come up with a second-place finish was definitely a huge accomplishment for us.”

Pantani added that the team’s success this season is a testament not only to the strength of the program and its alumni, but also to this year’s dancers. She said they paid homage to those who came before them while also doing things in a

way that worked for their group.

“It feels like the new era of the team. It feels like the next generation of the team,” Pantani said. “I said it a lot to the team and their parents that I appreciate the trust that they have in me and the trust that the alumni and former coaches have in me to let me lead this team on my own this year.”

Next, Branford will travel to Framingham, Massachusetts, on Saturday, March 14, to compete in the New England Regional against state champions from both the large and small school divisions.

Photo courtesy of Jessie Pantani

The Branford dance team celebrates after winning the small varsity hip-hop division at the CIAC State Championship with a score of 278.1.

Hornets Seek Strong Start in State Tournament

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

The postseason has arrived for Branford, and the Hornets got their first taste of tournament action last week against Mercy in the Southern Connecticut Conference Tournament.

No. 15-seeded Branford fell to No. 2seeded Mercy, 55-35, in the first round despite holding a lead at halftime. The conference tournament served as a learning experience as the Hornets now turn their attention to the state tournament.

Mercy advanced to the conference semifinals after defeating No. 7-seeded Daniel Hand, 43-30, in the quarterfinals before falling to No. 6-seeded Sheehan, 34-32.

Branford coach Alyson Croughwell said she was proud of how her team performed against Mercy and believes there are areas to clean up heading into states.

“We were proud of how Branford competed against Mercy in the conference tournament,” Croughwell said. “Mercy is a very well-coached, disciplined team, and they challenged us on both ends of the floor.”

Croughwell said it was the first time in

five years Branford carried a lead into halftime against Mercy. Although the first half was low scoring, the Hornets’ defense held Mercy to just 15 points.

Branford led 17-15 at the break.

Mercy used a strong third quarter to take control, scoring 22 points in the period and adding 17 more in the fourth.

Reagan Beeler led Mercy with 14 points, followed by Abi Weidman with 12. Kaitlin Bertlami and Elise Roy each added seven.

Ellie Meyran led Branford with 14 points, followed by Jessica Radziunas with eight.

“I thought our kids showed toughness and stayed together even when things didn’t go our way,” Croughwell said. “We need to continue to establish our defensive intensity early on and be more precise in our offensive sets. Improved communication and focus from the opening tip will be key. When we play with confidence and purpose early, it allows us to control tempo and play to our strengths.”

Branford enters the Division III State Tournament as the No. 29 seed after

See Hornets page 14

Lear Enters National Fitness Contest Supporting Cancer Research

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

“Health is wealth” is a phrase often said but not always lived. For Branford resident Debbie Lear, however, health and fitness have transformed her life.

Over the past eight years, Lear has developed a passion for CrossFit, using fitness to overcome personal adversity. She said it keeps her stable and grounded. Now, she is taking that commitment a step further by competing in the Colossals Ms. Health and Fitness Competition.

The nationwide competition raises funds and awareness for the Andrew McDonough Be Positive Foundation, which supports childhood cancer research, assists families in need, and spreads positivity in the fight against the disease.

The winner earns $20,000 and a feature on the cover of Muscle & Fitness Hers magazine.

Lear said she is excited to participate and hopes to promote the importance of health and fitness, especially for those whose goals extend beyond traditional gym routines.

“Through this competition, I have the opportunity to represent the older community and promote the importance of health and fitness as we age,” Lear said. “This journey is deeply meaningful to me. Despite my addiction struggles, loss of family, and challenging circumstances, health and fitness have been the stable, grounding force in my life—strengthening me both physically and mentally.”

Lear’s fitness journey began nearly 20 years ago at a traditional gym, where she started while recovering from a knee injury. Over time, working out became a consistent part of her routine. Although she was not initially drawn to CrossFit, she later gave it another try and found herself fully committed.

Since then, she has competed in the CrossFit Games and reached the semifinals.

In her age group, 58, she ranks 168th out of nearly 350,000 participants and 5,500 women.

“I love it. I love the community. I love the workouts. I love the challenge,” Lear said. “It helps me in every way, mentally and physically. A lot of people are like will you train me or how do you do it? And I’m like, it’s like brushing your teeth. You just do it. You get up, you brush your teeth, and you go to the gym. It’s not a thought. It’s part of my daily regimen.”

Training five to six days a week has helped Lear maintain consistency, and through sharing her story — and competing in the Ms. Health and Fitness competition — she hopes to inspire others.

If she wins, Lear said she plans to further her CrossFit training.

“If I am fortunate enough to win with the support of my friends, family, and community, I plan to further my CrossFit training by becoming CrossFit certified so I can better serve and educate the older community,” Lear said. “I would also proudly donate to the Andrew McDonough Be Positive Foundation and my local church.”

Lear is currently first in her group and is seeking community support to advance to the next round. Those interested may vote for her at Mshealthandfit.com once every 24 hours. Supporters may also purchase additional votes, with proceeds benefiting childhood cancer initiatives through the foundation.

Photo courtesy of Alyson Croughwell

Branford senior captains Kendall Fagan, Stella Andresen, and Kamryn Stackpole prior to the Southern Connecticut Conference Tournament. The No. 15-seeded Hornets fell to No. 2-seeded Mercy, 55-35, in the first round.

Photo Courtesy of Debbie Lear

Debbie Lear is taking her fitness one step further as she is participating in Colossal's Ms. Health and Fitness Competition.

Hornets Seek Strong Start in State Tournament

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finishing 6-14 in the regular season. The seeding sends the Hornets on the road against one of the top teams in the division and will require an early upset to advance.

Croughwell said the biggest lesson Branford can carry into the state tournament is the importance of execution and composure in high-pressure moments.

are things that can be cleaned up with preparation and focus heading into the state tournament.”

She said the message to the team is to remain confident and disciplined.

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Florida Keys Unlocked: Sailing Aboard American Pioneer

Postcards from Afar: First in a Two-part Travel Series on the Florida Keys

By Susan Cornell

Special to Living

For years, you’ve likely seen ads for cruises aboard paddlewheelers on the Mississippi River, but did you know the company which runs these nostalgic trips is based in Guilford?

American Cruise Lines (ACL) runs these as well as coastal ships, riverboats, and coastal catamarans all over the U.S.—from the Florida Keys to the Columbia and Snake rivers, Puget Sound to New England—and they even explore the national parks.

I’ve sailed ACL from its most northern destination, Alaska, to its most southern, the Florida Gulf Coast and Keys. This most recent trip was aboard ACL’s newest ship, , which launched in November. This brand-new ship accommodates just 130 guests. Every stateroom and suite has a private balcony, and the ship features multiple lounges and dining options. The company has nine additional ships currently under construction, including four exact sisterships.

American Pioneer

This privately held, family-owned company is the world’s only 100% U.S.-flagged fleet of riverboats and small cruise ships. Every itinerary is domestic, all crew

The original (1975) was the first boat that American Cruise Lines founder Charles A. Robertson (and wife Carol) built and operated back in the early days. The original boat has since been retired, and the company named the flagship in the Coastal Cat series after it, also

Eagle American Eagle

members are American, and each ship is registered, designed, and built in the U.S.

Nearly all passengers are American.

ACL started with a tiny operation on the Connecticut River in the 1960s.

Charles Robertson and his wife, Carol, drove to Maine in their red Firebird to purchase their first commercial vessel, . The couple used the Firebird River Queen

as collateral and sailed back to the Connecticut River.

There, the Robertsons set up a tour boat business in Old Saybrook. It was literally mom-and-pop, with Carol manning the ticket booth and Charles driving the boat on hour-long sightseeing excursions. Familiar with shipyards, they began building the first ACL boat in 1972. By the

late 70s, the Robertsons started Chesapeake Shipbuilding and continued building the fleet. is the 21st ship in the American Cruise Lines fleet. Ten new U.S.-built ships will sail by 2028. Three of those ships will debut in 2026 along with 11 new itineraries.

American Pioneer

Photo by Bob Cornell

Photo by Susan Cornell

Dophin exploration with American Cruise Lines

Pelicans at sunrise at the southernmost point in the continental U.S.

Photo courtesy of American Cruise Lines

Photo by Susan Cornell

American

Dinner of scallops with plantains, yucca, and spinach

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THURSDAY, MARCH 5

Glass Art Workshops

: 1 to 3:30 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Hands-on glass art class covering glass history, safety, cutting, and design. Participants choose from beginner-friendly projects; materials and one kiln firing included. Additional project upgrades available for a fee. For info or to register (required), call 860-864-5004 or visit riverfireglass.com.

Creating a Healthy Ecosystem in Your Landscape, and Why It Matters

: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Lecture by Jim Sirch, naturalist and president of the Connecticut Horticultural Society, on creating landscapes that function well for people and wildlife. Free. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Drive-In Movie Night

: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Children decorate cardboard “cars” and watch a storybook film in the children’s room. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Open Mic Night

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Irish-themed open mic night led by Madison Poet Laureate Ed Lent. Features a musical performance by Irish Jones. Poets, singers, musicians, and comedians welcome. Sign-ups begin at 5:45 p.m. First 12 to sign up are guaranteed a spot. No registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Author Event: Betsy Rubiner

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-2453959 or visit rjjulia.com.

The Untold Toll of Avian Influenza on Bird Populations Our Diaries, Ourselves

: 7 p.m. Webinar. Presented by Johanna Harvey, assistant professor of wildlife disease ecology at the University of Rhode Island. Part of the 2026 Young, Gifted,

Calendar for the Week of March 5, 2026

and Wild About Birds series. Hosted by the Connecticut Audubon Society. Cost: $9 for members, $12 for nonmembers. Proceeds benefit the Connecticut Audubon Society conservation programs. For info or to register, visit ctaudubon.org/2026.

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 THROUGH

SATURDAY, MARCH 7

Chicago

: Thursday and Friday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m. Old Saybrook High School (OSHS) auditorium, 1111 Boston Post Rd. Presented by the OSHS dRAMa Department. Tickets available online or at the door. For info or tickets, visit oshsdrama.ludus.com/index.php.

Florida Keys Unlocked: Sailing Aboard American Pioneer

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While Charles passed in 2020, his three sons, all of whom reside on the Connecticut shoreline, own and run ACL as well as the sister company, Pearl Seas Cruises.

Sailing ACL in Alaska last summer, I knew I’d love the new small ship. Since the service, food, excursions, entertainment, and activities were excellent on an older ACL vessel, I expected them to be just as good or better on a brand-new one. And they were!

Plus, Key West has long been on my bucket list. It is rare to find a cruise with a true two-day (overnight) stay in Key West. While large-ship cruises stop for a few hours, ACL docks for two full days and offers 20 different shore excursions such as guided tours (like the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum), time for Dry Tortugas National Park (Fort Jefferson and snorkeling), and free time for the quirky island culture.

’s first port of call was St. Petersburg, followed by Marco Island, Key West, Punta Gorda, and then the return to St. Pete. The eight-night trip included a hotel stay at The Westshore Grand in Tampa the night before American Pioneer

embarkation. It’s always a good idea to arrive to a cruise early—just in case.

The ship offers the largest staterooms in the industry. These include cabins for solo cruisers which have a walk-out balcony. In total, there are 56 cabins, all with verandas, across three decks. While the staterooms are large, the small ship allows visiting smaller ports, a perfect combination.

The next installment of the Postcards from Afar travel series will cover everything about the Key West and Florida Keys trip, including experiences on board and on shore.

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Susan Cornell, owner of Moppet Magic Publishing and Public Relations, is an independently contracted photographer, marketing and public relations consultant, and writer specializing in business, boating, home and garden, and, of course, travel. She handles public relations for several art galleries and is the author of the children’s book . In her free time, she hikes, kayaks, serves on the advisory board for the Connecticut Sea Music Festival, and is a steward for the Essex Land Trust. Susan has two grown children and lives in Essex with her husband and rescue Puggle.

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The author on the shore tender in front of the American Pioneer

You will Care about Katie and Paul in at TheaterWorks The Counter

By Karen Isaacs

Special to Living

When you walk out of the theater wishing there was one more scene or wanting to know what happened to the characters, you know you have seen both a successful production and a successful play.

The Counter

When the stage went black at the end of currently at TheaterWorks Hartford and now extended through Sunday, March 22, I was hoping there was another scene. If not, I wanted to know what happened to the two main characters. Could there be a sequel?

Playwright Meghan Kennedy has created such believable characters, and they have been brought to life so expertly by Justis Bolding and Tim DeKay under the direction of artistic director Rob Ruggiero, you want to know more of their stories. refers to the counter in a small-town diner in New York State. Two years ago, Katie (Justis Bolding) arrived from New York City. Since then, Paul (Tim DeKay) has been the first customer every morning. Over the years, they’ve developed a bantering relationship. You might think it would evolve into a romance, but playwright Kennedy is too smart to go with the obvious—these are two people seeking a friendship, a connection.

Review THEATER

Katie says she is living her escape fantasy and feels good. But she cannot listen to or erase these voicemails which have accumulated over the two years. Will Paul listen to them with her, perhaps give a male perspective, and help her push the erase button?

Paul has two more secrets to share—one involves a high school crush and an affair—the other is a request for Katie to help him with something. I won’t reveal what it is, but Katie is totally taken aback and is unsure how to react.

The Counter

The relationship moves forward when Paul wants them to be friends by sharing a secret. He goes first, and his secret (he’s a recovering alcoholic), is ordinary.

But Katie has difficulty opening up enough to even think of a secret to share. She finally tells him she has 27 voicemails—all from the same man—saved on her phone.

These are two people, who like most of us, are bruised, scarred, and scared. “Life happened” and it left its mark.

When you enter the theater, you will be stunned by Tijana Bjelajac’s set design. It could be any small-town dinner counter that hasn’t been updated in years. Add to that the effective lighting by Matthew Richards, sound design by Minjae Kim, and the simple but perfect costumes, and you are totally immersed.

DeKay’s Paul seems like an average Joe; but as he and Katie talk, DeKay brings out the hidden qualities of his character.

Paul is caring, kind, disillusioned, modest, and denigrates his accomplishments. When Katie asks the third character says if Paul is happy, the character says, “But he’s never been ‘happy.’ It’s not really in his wheelhouse.”

Boldin’s Katie protects herself so fiercely that running away and then justifying it seems perfectly normal. The moat she created around herself is stifling her.

As the third character, Peg, Erika Rolfsrud is excellent. Peg’s role is to provide some background information about Paul. Kennedy and Rolfsrud do this without being obvious.

Kennedy has written some almost poetic lines. She displays a deep understanding of how bruised people persuade themselves of their own reality. The issues she brings up about love, death, caring, and more are done subtlety and in character. No preaching or hitting the audience over the head with a “moral.” She understands it would detract from the story and the characters. We can get it on our own. I would gladly see again. I enjoyed it that much. Tickets are available at TWHartford.org.

The Counter

Photo by Curtis Brown Photography

Justis Bolding plays Katie and Tim DeKay portrays Paul in showing at TheaterWorks Hartford. The Counter

Photo by Curtis Brown Photography

Tim DeKay portrays Paul, a regular customer who frequents a smalltown diner in The Counter

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very other week, we invite local booksellers to submit suggestions for the best books on shelves now—it’s all part of our mission to keep our readers informed, up-to-date, and entertained. View previous Page Turners at www.zip06.com/pageturners.

OneofUs

ByElizabethDay

Elizabeth Day’s latest is a smart, sarcastic look at a rich, aristocratic family and their circle, deftly skewering everyone in sight. This is a dark comedy about class and privilege, with some characters you may not like but won’t be able to stop reading about.

— Marilyn R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

QueenofFaces

ByPetraLord

Trust is a tricky concept, especially in a world where the body you live in can be changed based on your social status. From the first page to the last, it’s hard to know whom to trust, and the line between hero and villain is paper-thin. If you like to be kept guessing and love a ragtag group of outcasts, pick this one up.

— Heather R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

MoreThanEnough

ByAnnaQuindlen

This heartfelt novel about friends and family dives deep into the many struggles of everyday life—love, loss, infertility, a parent with dementia, family ties, and moving on. You’ll quickly connect to these relatable characters and their tender stories.

— Karen F.

R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

TheIrishGoodbye:Micro-Memoirs

ByBethAnnFennelly

Clearly told by a poet, this book may be small but has enormous weight behind even the briefest vignettes. Highly recommend for anyone trying to get into reading more nonfiction—or looking to have a good cry.

— Mel R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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LawsofLoveandLogic

ByDebraCurtis

This unforgettable story drew me right in and left me clinging to every page. At its core, it is a deeply emotional exploration of love, loss, and forgiveness, but it also brings up very interesting questions about feminism, science, and religion that add so much depth to the story. Both bold and tender, it delves into the choices that shape our lives and the enduring question of what could have been.

— Tijae

R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 THROUGH

THURSDAY, APRIL 9

America at 250 Discussion Series

: 11 a.m. to noon Thursdays. Munger Barn at Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Weekly discussion series based on the DeVane Lectures at Yale, featuring lectures by Joanne Freeman, David Blight, and Beverly Gage on key moments in American democracy. Facilitated by Maria Trumpler, board president of the Dudley Foundation. March 5 session covers Lectures 1 to 5: The Revolution and the Constitution. Free and open to the public. Registration requested. For info or to register, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6

Tweens Writing

: 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81, Killingworth. Workshop-style writing program for ages 9 to 12. Participants may bring a current assignment or original work. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Junior Chefs: Monster Cookie Balls

: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Cooking program for children ages 5 to 12 focused on making no-bake monster cookie balls. Children ages 5 to 8 must participate with an adult. Free.

ASociopath'sGuidetoa SuccessfulMarriage

ByM.K.Oliver

Lalla Rook is the antiheroine, and I couldn’t get enough of her antics. She wants a bigger house in a better neighborhood, children who are easier to love, and a husband with a drive for success. Lalla will stop at nothing to achieve her goals, including murder. I have never rooted for a sociopath to succeed before, but, thanks to author M.K. Oliver, I couldn’t help myself.

Judi

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R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Chester First Friday Night Art Stroll

: 5 to 8 p.m. Downtown Chester, Main Street and participating shops, galleries, and restaurants. Features extended hours, art exhibitions, live music, tastings, and seasonal specials at various locations. For info, visit visitchesterct.com.

: 6 p.m. Hubley Hall, 26 Meeting House Ln., Madison. Fundraiser hosted by the Women’s Club of Madison. Features a team-based Military Whist card tournament with instruction provided. Doors open at 5 p.m. Cost: $20 per player; advance payment required. Proceeds benefit local community organizations. For info or tickets, contact 917-601-8194 or jonci1@verizon.net, or visit bit.ly/WCMWhist2026.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7

Stony Creek Trolley Trail Walk

: 10 a.m. West Point Field, Branford. Guided walk along the Stony Creek Trolley Trail including the Shoreline Greenway trail extension. Discussion will cover plans to protect the historic iron bridge and potential improvements and trail connections. For info, contact Judy Miller at 203-589-8335.

Irish Classics with Pierce Campbell and Paul Neri

11 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Performance featuring Irish and Celtic folk music by Pierce Campbell

of The Kerry Boys and banjoist Paul Neri. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Jackie Bright’s Jewelry Making Class

: Noon to 2 p.m. BACA Art Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Hands-on workshop focused on creating jewelry using provided materials. Cost: $50. For info or to register, call 203-4334071.

Alice in Wonderland

: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Presented by The Barter Players. For info or tickets, call 860-5100453 or visit thekate.org.

Entwyned Celtic Music

: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features traditional Irish and Celtic music with historical context drawn from the Edward Bunting Collection. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Self-Defense Class

: 2 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Led by Sensei Frank Shekosky. No prior experience necessary. Participants should dress comfortably. Free. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-4888702.

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Military Whist Game Night

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Annual Corned Beef Dinner

: 4 to 6 p.m. St. James Episcopal Church Hall, 501 Killingworth Tpke., Higganum. Menu: corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and homemade dessert. Tickets: $22 for adults, $12 for children ages 6 to 12. Take-out dinners only. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Haddam emergency fuel bank. For info, contact 860-424-6178 or elainejack835@gmail.com.

Meet The Met at Lyme Academy: Jean-Léon Gérôme Lecture and Exhibition Preview

BashiBazouk

: 5 p.m. Lyme Academy of Fine Arts, 15 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Guest lecture by Asher Miller, Eugene V. Thaw Curator of European Art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, on Gérôme’s , followed by conversation and a preview of Lyme Academy’s forthcoming exhibition,

The New Bronze Age: Masterpieces of 19th- and Early 20th-Century Sculpture from the Karlheinz Kronberger Collection

. Includes a reception with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets: $100. Proceeds support Lyme Academy exhibitions. For info or tickets, visit lymeacademy.edu.

Orchestra New England BaroqueFest

: 7:30 p.m. Battell Chapel, corner of Elm and College streets, Yale Old Campus, New Haven. Features concertos by Antonio Vivaldi, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach. Performers include violinist Raphael Ryger, oboist Stephen Wade, bassoonist Rémy Taghavi, and flutist Adrianne Greenbaum. Presented by Orchestra New England. Tickets: $50 reserved seating; $30 general admission; $5 student rush tickets available at the door. For info or tickets, call 203-777-4690, email info@orchestranewengland.org, or visit orchestranewengland.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 8

Jungle Book

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

Women in the American Revolution: Putting the HER in Heroics

: 2 to 3 p.m. Masonicare at Chester Village, 317 W. Main St. Hosted by the Chester Public Library. For info or to register, contact the library at 860-526-0018 or library@chesterct.org, or visit chesterctlibrary.com.

A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music

: 2 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Performance by the Sultana duo featuring songs and stories from the origins of blues, rock, and country music. Sponsored by the David J. Hughes Memorial Fund. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Dog Mushing: An Interactive Presentation with a Real Sled Dog

: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Presentation on the history of mushing, sled dog breeds, the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, the 1925 Serum Run, climate change impacts on the sport, and dryland mushing. Suitable for adults and children. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-8702.

Healing and Hope: Music and Poetry for International Women’s Day

: 2 to 4 p.m. Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek, 55 E. Kings Hwy., Chester. Features Grammy Award-winning flutist Rhonda Larson and poet Jude Rittenhouse. Admission: $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Payable at the door. For info or to register, call 860-526-8920 or email office@cbsrz.org.

Frederick Lee Lecture: Madison’s Role in the Civil War

4 p.m. Hubley Hall, First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meeting House Ln., Madison. Presented by Madison Historical Society. Talk by Charles Fischer, longtime Madison resident and former Daniel Hand High School teacher. Suggested donation: $10; free for MHS members. No preregistration required. Zoom access available. For info, visit madisonhistory.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 9

Auditions for

The Secret Garden

: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Author Event: Mark Oppenheimer

: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

The Secret Garden

Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Students entering grades 1 through 12 are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary, but preregistration is required. The adaptation of will be presented by the Missoula Children’s Theatre on Saturday, March 14, at 1 p.m. For info or to preregister, call 860-510-0473 or visit thekate.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10

Environmental and Multispecies Justice

: 10 a.m.

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Ryan Darr, assistant professor of religion, ethics, and environment at the Yale Divinity School. 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.

Good Bugs, Bad Bugs, Benign Bugs

: Noon to 2 p.m.

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Leete’s Island Garden Club. Program by Pamm Cooper, public service garden specialist at the UConn Home and Garden Education Center, on insects commonly found in Connecticut, including pests, beneficial insects, and benign species. Guests welcome. Registration required. For info or to register (required), contact 203-453-0780 or kayclaiborn@comcast.net.

Wacky Wildlife: Frogs

: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Program for animal lovers featuring information about frogs and a frogthemed craft. Recommended for ages 6 to 11. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Tories, Spies, and Traitors: America 250 Program

6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Explores loyalty and division in Connecticut during the American Revolution. Presented by the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

: 6 to 7 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $20. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Aging in Place: How to Protect Assets and Stay at Home Candle Making Workshop: Iced Coffee Soy and Gel Candle

: 6 to 8 p.m. The Morgan School, 71 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Cost: $32 class fee plus a $20 materials fee (exact change requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-4885693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Pajama Storytime

: 6 to 6:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Family program featuring stories by Dr. Seuss with interactive elements. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11

An Introduction to Apiculture (Beekeeping) Adult Board Game Fun

: 11 a.m. to

1 p.m. St. George Church Hall, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Hosted by the Guilford Garden Club. Presented by club member Gretchen Biemsderfer. Free and open to the public. For info, visit guilfordgardenclub.org/events.

: 1 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Drop-in program featuring a selection of board games, including Parcheesi, Scrabble, and Checkers. Free and open to the public. No registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Unlock the Hidden Power of Dreams with Sleep Expert Michelle Carr

: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: . Hosted by the Essex Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-7671560 or visit libraryc.org/essexlib.

Unlock the Hidden Power of Dreams with Sleep Expert Michelle Carr

Blume: A Life Nightmare Obscura Nightmare Obscura

: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: . Hosted by the Henry Carter Hull Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/hchlibrary.

Deep River Cares Fund Fundraiser at Red House Judy

: 4:30 p.m. to close. Red House, 158 Main St. Dine in or take out to support the Deep River Cares Fund, a local nonprofit that provides grants to community organizations in Deep River. A portion of sales will benefit the fund. Reservations suggested. For info, call 860-5262600.

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Tavern Night Returns at the Adam Stanton House

The Adam Stanton House and General Store museum kicks off 2026 with its popular Tavern Night on Saturday, March 28, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Guests can expect tasty appetizers, beverages, live music, mystical Tarot readings, and a silent auction and raffle with items donated by generous local businesses, artisans, and restaurants.

Tours of this 1791 historic home at 63 East Main Street in Clinton will be available throughout the evening. The talented Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle will perform the theme-based music in favor in early New England taverns, and Jess James will offer mystical Tarot card readings. For sport and playing enjoyment, historic tavern games like Shut the Box will be scattered through the museum.

Tickets are $30 each for members and $35 for nonmembers. The event is open to the general public.

Proceeds benefit the ongoing restoration and operation of the museum.

For more information or tickets, contact 860-625-2046 or adamstantonhouse@gmail.com, or visit adamstantonhouse.org. For ticket requests by phone or email, indicate a contact telephone number and the number of tickets needed.

About the Adam Stanton House

The Adam Stanton House and General Store was built in 1791 by a wealthy, striving merchant-businessman whose

entrepreneurial spirit and extraordinary taste can be seen in every aspect of this unique house museum. Filled with clothing, furnishings, documents, and store inventory all belonging to the original Stanton family, the house provides a glimpse into 18th and 19th century life in a privileged New England family home. In 1916, the house was left in trust by Adam Stanton’s heirs to become a house museum. It has been open to the public ever since.

Adam Stanton House, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3).

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All About Axolotls

: 5 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Educators from the Amphibian Reptile Center present a program for ages 5 to 12 exploring axolotls’ origins in Aztec culture, scientific research, care as pets, and unique breathing abilities. Free and open to the public. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

River Valley Artists Exhibition Opening Reception

: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Valentine H. Zahn Community Gallery, 250 Flat Rock Place, Westbrook. Reception for the River Valley Artists exhibition. Free and open to the public. For info, call 860-358-3700.

Introduction to Needle Felting Series: Spring Chick

: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $45 class fee plus a $15 materials fee (exact change requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Freedom of Information Commission Education Session

: 6 p.m. Chester Town Hall Community Room, 203 Middlesex Ave. Presentation with Russell Blair, Director of Education and Communications for the Freedom of Information Commission. RSVP required. For info or to RSVP, contact Town Clerk Kate Hair at townclerk@chesterct.org or call 860-526-0013 x 510.

Acoustic Artist Storyteller:

Covers Medicare parts A, B, C, and D; expected cost of specific services; prescription drug coverage; and enrollment information. Cost: $10. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Creative Crafts with Jesse: Paper Quilled Clover

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Beginner paper quilling class. Participants will create four-leaf clovers on a card base. No experience required. All materials provided. Registration required. For info or to register (required), visit scrantonlibrary.org.

: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Includes guest speakers. All job seekers welcome. For info or to register and receive the Zoom link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aolcom.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12

Great Decisions: America and the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Part of the Acoustic Artist Storyteller Series, featuring stories, songs, and visuals focused on the creation of an independent album. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Author Event: Joan Lunden

Someone You Can Xray Life Beyond the Script

: 6 p.m. R.J.

Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: A For info or to register (required), call 203245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Parent Information Series: Transition Topics with Muncie Kardos

: 6 p.m. Valley Regional Library, 54 West Main St., Deep River. Presentation for parents of Chester, Deep River, Essex, and Region 4 students. Refreshments provided. For info, email lfazzuoli@reg4.k12.ct.us or lmcgarrahan@reg4.k12.ct.us.

Understanding Medicare

: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Branford High School, 185 E. Main St.

10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Facilitated by Tom Lee, a member and moderator of the Great Decisions discussion group. Produced by the Foreign Policy Association. First of four Thursday sessions through April 9. The series has a morning and afternoon session and participants can enroll in either session for the series. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $40 for all four sessions and a 2026 briefing book that covers the topics. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Navigator

: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Farah, a community navigator with United Way of Greater New Haven, will provide information and connect community members with resources related to employment, financial assistance, and supportive services. No registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Mario Kart Tournament

: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Youth ages 10 to 14 are invited to play rounds of Mario Kart. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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Photo by Richard Manley

Adam Stanton House board member Eric Ambler (left) served guests at a past Tavern Night.

Press Release from the Adam Stanton House

Photo courtesy of Rick Spencer Musicians Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle

Guilford Job Network Meet

Community

Fearless Females of Albertus: 100th Anniversary Lecture Series Concludes at New Haven Museum

materials from the Albertus Magnus College Archives and the Whitney Library on Saturday, April 11.

The New Haven Museum will host Catie White, Albertus Magnus College interim director of Library Services and college archivist, for a presentation, “Fearless Females of Albertus,” on Wednesday, March 18, at 6 p.m., preceded by a reception at 5:30 p.m.

This final presentation in White’s “Celebrating a Century” lecture series will focus on key female figures in the history of Albertus Magnus College, highlighting stories of faculty, staff, and students from 1925 to present. White notes that as an all-female institution for its first 60 years, the school produced many fearless women who have gone on to do extraordinary things within and outside of the college.

White notes the difficultly in telling the story of Albertus without mentioning a few key characters. In celebration of Women’s History Month, she will have an opportunity to go deeper into the defining characters of the school by focusing on some lesser-known figures and their contributions.

“Whether they were living in the 1920s or the 2020s, Albertus women have always followed their dreams, pursued their passions, and become their purpose in any era,” she adds.

During her presentation, White will highlight some of the remarkable Albertus Magnus College faculty, staff, and alumnae who have been acclaimed for their “firsts.” Among those to be featured are the following:

• Dr. Julia McNamara, president of Albertus Magnus from 1982 to 2016 and the first woman to serve on The Committee of the Proprietors of The New Haven Green

• Madame Marcella O’Grady Boveri, first biology professor at Albertus Magnus College and founder of the college’s science curriculum

• Ellen Bree Burns, class of 1944-A and first female federal judge in Connecticut

• Mary Benevento, director of athletics at Albertus Magnus College from 1952 to 1980 and the first woman in New England (possibly the nation) to be named athletic director of a high school (Richard C. Lee High School) in 1966.

A related “What’s in the New Haven Museum’s Whitney Library” program, “The Evolution of Girls Education,” will highlight the topic using documents, books, and

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Senior Series 3: Selling Your Home with Confidence and Peace of Mind

: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. The Orchard House, 421 Shore Dr., Branford. Cost: $10. Third in a sixpart educational series designed for older adults and the adult children who support them. Each session offers practical guidance on topics related to aging in place, downsizing, home care, and senior living options. Participants can attend any or all sessions; there is no obligation to attend the full series. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

White is the interim director of library services and college archivist at Albertus Magnus College. She holds a master’s degree in library and information science from Simmons University and a Bachelor of Arts from Saint Michael’s College. With a decade of experience in the library and museum field, she has a passion for research and uncovering stories from the past that may not have been previously told. She is the author of

Albertus Magnus College: Fearless Endless Truth: Celebrating a Century of Impact Through Education, Faith, and Tradition 1925-2025,

a new and updated history of Albertus Magnus College to mark the college’s centennial.

U.S. News & World Report Money

The New York Times

Founded in 1925, Albertus is a coeducational Catholic college in the Dominican tradition. Albertus’ values- and liberal arts-based education is recognized by external rankings such as , , and , and has been named a Top 10 Military-Friendly School. For 10 consecutive years, at least 95% of Albertus graduates have attained employment or gone on to graduate studies within six months of completing their degrees. The college has an enrollment of approximately 1,300 students across its traditional undergraduate, accelerated adult undergraduate, and graduate program levels. Proud to enroll a student body where nearly half of its undergraduate students receive federal Pell Grants and are first-generation college goers, Albertus is known for its innovative curricular offerings, recently launching new bachelor’s degree programs in nursing, including BSN and Connecticut’s first LPN-toBSN; general health sciences; interdisciplinary studies; and public health.

Among its graduate offerings is the State of Connecticut’s only Master of Arts in art therapy and counseling program, and it is just one of three schools to offer a Master of Science in human services. In 2025-’26, Albertus is celebrating its historic 100th anniversary and completing implementation of the Albertus 2025: Lighting the Way to a Second Century strategic plan, with a bold vision to “be a destination liberal arts-based college, distinguished in

American

Perspectives with Tanya Pohrt

: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Lyman Allyn Museum curator Tanya Pohrt presents an illustrated lecture in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary, highlighting works from the museum’s collection. Free and open to the public. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Tackling the Depths

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Workshop led by angler and educator Mark Gostkiewicz on bottom fishing in Long Island Sound. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

its interdisciplinary and experiential approach to education, rooted in Dominican values, that prepares students for lifelong civic engagement and success.”

For more information, visit albertus.edu.

Box Painting Class

: 6 to 8 p.m. BACA Art Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Participants will paint a wooden treasure box using acrylic paint. Materials provided. Cost: $30. For info or to register, call 203-433-4071.

Secure Your Future: Retirement Planning

: 6 to 8 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Workshop presented by Lou and Jessica Pelletier covering Social Security options, recent government changes affecting non-spouse beneficiaries, retirement income strategies, and essential legal documents. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-4840469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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About Catie White

About Albertus Magnus College

Press Release from New Haven Museum

Photo courtesy of Albertus Magnus College

Madame Marcella O'Grady Boveri, first biology professor at Albertus Magnus College and founder of the college's science curriculum

George Flynn Concert Series Hosts A Far Cry Chamber Orchestra

The George Flynn Classical Concerts series will present A Far Cry Chamber Orchestra at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 East Main Street, Clinton.

Described as “a refreshing corrective to classical music’s rigid hierarchies,” A Far Cry was recently praised for delivering “top-notch, finely crafted, precisely delivered, performances while retaining and exhibiting a robust communal expressiveness.”

A Far Cry was founded on the belief that every voice deserves to be heard; so instead of one artistic director, the collective of musicians (“criers”) curate and submit program ideas inspired by individual curiosities, the greater musical community, and what is happening in the world at large.

The concert will include works by Copland and Beethoven.

Free tickets must be ordered via georgeflynn classicalconcerts.com.

Clinton residents can order on a first-come, first-served basis one month before each concert. Nonresidents can order two weeks before each concert depending on availability.

For more information, visit georgeflynnclassical concerts.com or facebook.com/GeorgeFlynnClassical Concerts.

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Glass Art Workshop:

6 to 8:30 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Hands-on glass art class with instruction, tools, materials, and one kiln firing included. Additional project upgrades available for a fee. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 860864-5004 or visit riverfireglass.com.

Book Portals and Journeys of Literary Magic with Kate Quinn

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 AND SATURDAY, MARCH 14

Friends of APL Library Book and Bake Sale

: Friday,

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Fundraiser featuring books, puzzles, and baked goods. Proceeds benefit library programs and resources. For info, email nancyaprescott@gmail.com or emilylebovitz@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14

Catch a Leprechaun 5K

: 10 a.m. Essex Town Hall, 29 West Ave., Essex. Presented by the Region 4 Education Foundation. Road race with age group awards from under 12 to 70 and older. Packet pickup begins at 8:30 a.m. on race day. For info or to register, visit runsignup.com (search “Catch a Leprechaun 5K”).

Hand Embroidery Workshop: Session One

The Astral Library

: 7 p.m. Online event. Book: Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13

Writers Writing

: 1 to 2:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81, Killingworth. Adult writing group exploring genres including memoir, essay, poetry, and fiction. Sharing is optional. For info or to register (required), call 860-6632000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Open Mic Night

: 6:30 p.m. Marketplace at Guilford Food Center, 77 Whitfield St. Sign-up begins at 6 p.m. Names are selected at random. Hosted by GreenStage Guilford. Free and open to all ages. For info, email office@greenstageguilford.org or call 203-654-9482.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 THROUGH SUNDAY, MARCH 15

Anastasia: The Musical

: 7 p.m. Friday; 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 1 p.m. Sunday. Valley Regional High School, 256 Kelsey Hill Rd., Deep River. Presented by Valley Regional Musical Productions. Musical with book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Tickets: $15. For info or tickets, call 860-526-5328 or visit hq.gofan.co.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 THROUGH SUNDAY, MARCH 29

“Wonderland Conundrum” Escape Room:

Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St. Fourth annual escape room themed around Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. Timed escape room experience for groups. Tickets required. For info or tickets, call 860-767-1252 or visit ivorytonlibrary.org.

: 10 a.m. to noon. BACA Art Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Session one of a two-part hand embroidery workshop led by Sally Strasser and Sharon Hart. Covers foundational embroidery stitches and techniques. Participants receive an embroidery kit to keep. For info or to register, call 203433-4071.

Squid Dissection for Tweens and Teens

: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Environmental educator Julie Ainsworth leads a hands-on squid dissection and discussion of cephalopod anatomy. For ages 9 and older. For info or to register (required), call 860663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

The Secret Garden

: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Presented by the Missoula Children’s Theatre. For info, call 860-5100453 or visit thekate.org.

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Press Release from the George Flynn Classical Concerts

Photo by Anthony Adamick

A Far Cry Chamber Orchestra

Susan Powell Fine Art Welcomes a New Season with Spring into Art

Celebrate the changing season with , a new exhibition at Susan Powell Fine Art featuring paintings by 30 award-winning artists.

This vibrant, curated collection explores light and atmosphere in fresh and dynamic ways, offering unique perspectives across landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, florals, city scenes and figurative works. highlights the breadth of talent of the participating artists. With each brushstroke, they reveal beauty, refining their vision while pushing creative boundaries and exploring new ideas.

Spring into Art

will be on view Friday, March 6, through Saturday, April 11. The show also features an unforgettable evening of exceptional art and warm conversation on March 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Attendees can enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres and talk with many of the artists who will be present to share insights into their creative process.

Participating artists include Thomas Adkins, Kathy Anderson, Del-Bourree Bach, Nancy Bass, Paul Batch, Paul Beebe, Zufar Bikbov, Kelly Birkenruth, Grace DeVito, David Dunlop, Eileen Eder, Laurie Flaherty, Vincent Giarrano, Marc R. Hanson, Susan Jositas, Jim Laurino, Anne McGrory, Jonathan McPhillips, Jim McVicker, Leonard Mizerek, Larry Preston, Deborah Quinn-Munson, Claudia Seymour, Jeanne Rosier Smith, Kyle Stuckey, Katie Swatland, Sandra Wakeen, and Laura Westlake.

Susan Powell Fine Art is located at 679 Boston Post Road, Madison. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and any day by appointment.

For more information, contact 203-318-0616 or susanpowellfineart@gmail.com, or visit susan powellfineart.com.

Spring into Art

Press Release from Susan Powell Fine Art

Photo courtesy of Susan Powell Fine Art

, oil, 9 x 12 inches, by Vincent Giarrano

A Pause for Flowers

Photo courtesy of Susan Powell Fine Art

Photo courtesy of Susan Powell Fine Art , oil, 18 x 24 inches, by Laurie Flaherty

Respite , pastel, 12 x 24 inches, by Jeanne Rosier Smith

Dawn Radiance

: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free. Registration suggested. For info or movie title, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

How to Use ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence: A Basic Introduction

: 4 to 5 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $35. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

: 4 to 10 p.m. Face Arts Music, 448 Main St., Bldg. 2, Deep River. Food-raiser concert to benefit the Deep River Food Pantry. Attendees are asked to bring 10 or more nonperishable food items and/or toiletries for admission. Proceeds benefit the Deep River Food Pantry. For info, call 860-526-1190 or visit faceartsmusic.com.

: 5 to 6 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $35. Features a beginner class and students are not required to have Prior knowledge of ChatGPT. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

: 5 to 9 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Fundraiser hosted by the Friends of the Essex Library. Features casino-style games including blackjack, roulette, poker, and craps, with professional dealers and prizes awarded based on play. Includes hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Cost: $100 per person; adults only. Proceeds benefit library programs and services. For info or tickets, contact the library or visit its website.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15

1 to 2 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Performance by the folk group Bards of Gungywamp, featuring styles including Celtic, sea songs, old-time, and bluegrass. For info, call 860-526-0018 or visit chesterctlibrary.com.

: 1 to 4 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1272 Durham Rd., Madison. Day two of a twopart babysitting and CPR course for Madison-area youth. Covers CPR and first aid. Participants receive a certificate of completion from ESRI. Tuition: $60. Bundle discount available for registering for both sessions. For info, contact 888-212-3837 or info@yourafterschool.com, or visit northmadisoncc.org/babysittingcourse.

: 2 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Planting activity open to all ages. Free. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-4888702.

The Kate’s 16th Annual Oscar Night Party

: 6 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Hosted by the Kate’s Volunteer Guild and honorary chair Ann Nyberg. Emcee: Devin Carney. Features hors d’oeuvres, desserts, viewing of the 98th Academy

Awards live on the Kate’s big screen, and a chance to participate in an online auction and participate in a raffle. Cash bar. Tickets: $75 for members, $85 for nonmembers. Proceeds benefit the Katharine Hepburn Museum and education programs. For info, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19

MONDAY, MARCH 16

Madison Movie Chat

: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Virtual movie discussion hosted by E.C. Scranton Memorial Library. Film is available to stream on Kanopy, a free streaming service accessible with a library card. Participants can watch the movie at their leisure and participate in a patron-led discussion via Zoom. Registration is preferred. For info, including the movie title, or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17

Working with Transgender Youth in Trying Times

10:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Dr. Stuart Weinzimer, professor of pediatrics and medical director of the Yale gender program, and Christy Olezeksi, associate professor of psychiatry; both are from the Yale University School of Medicine. 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.

Shorebirds of Connecticut: Migration, Survival, and Conservation

: 4 to 5 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Presented by Joe Attwater of the Connecticut Audubon Society. Learn about shorebird migration, conservation efforts, and species found in Connecticut. Free and open to all. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Louie Listens: Read to a Therapy Dog

: 5:15 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Children and families may sign up for a private 15-minute session to read to and interact with Louie, a licensed therapy dog. Free and open to the public. Registration required due to limited space. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18

Movie Screening and Honey Tasting

: 5:30 to 7:45 p.m.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Features a honey tasting with local beekeeper Tammi Worsham, followed by a documentary film screening. Registration preferred. For info or movie title, visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Fearless Females of Albertus

: 6 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave., New Haven. Reception at 5:30 p.m. Presentation by Catie White, interim director of library services and college archivist at Albertus Magnus College. Concludes the “Celebrating a Century” lecture series and highlights key female figures in the history of Albertus Magnus College from 1925 to the present,

Great Decisions: Trump Tariffs and the Future of the World Economy

including faculty, staff, and alumnae recognized for notable achievements and “firsts.” Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org. : 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Facilitated by Tom Lee, a member and moderator of the Great Decisions discussion group. Produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Second of four Thursday sessions through April 9. The series has a morning and afternoon session and participants can enroll in either session for the series. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $40 for all four sessions and a 2026 briefing book that covers the topics. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Night Watch: A Novel

: Noon to 2 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Book: by Jayne Anne Phillips. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Book Club Tea and Talk

: 2 p.m. The Brownstone House, 961 Boston Post Rd., Guilford. Informal conversation gathering hosted by Shoreline Village CT. For info or to register (requested), contact 203-747-5939 or info@shorelinevillageCT.org.

Pottery Workshop: Session One

: 4 to 6 p.m. BACA Art Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Session one of a two-session pottery workshop led by Ken Hurd. Session two takes place Thursday, March 26. Participants will use quick-drying clay and rolling-pin techniques. Cost: $50 for both sessions. For info or to register, call 203-4334071.

Candle Making Workshop: Soy Wax Candle: Spring Tulip Bowl

: 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. North Branford Intermediate School, 654 Foxon Rd. Cost: $30 class fee plus a $20 materials fee (exact change requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Peaceful Pause

: 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. North Branford Intermediate School, 654 Foxon Rd. Cost: $44. Bring a yoga mat, towel, blanket, and anything needed for a comfortable breathwork experience. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

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Real Estate Transactions

BRANFORD

: Everett D.

GUILFORD

Marilyn S. Landon to Anthony Cafiero, $250,000 on Feb. 12

: John M. and Joan E. Skrobat to Laura Brinkerhoff, $895,000 on Feb. 9

: Kristina Lough to Allison and Kimberly Ross, $534,400 on Feb. 12

: Randall Arms to Matthews Potter, $400,000 on Feb. 11

Franklyn J. Deugenio to Larisa A. Wilber and Ryan Bard, $285,000 on Feb. 13

: Montaser A

Salem Qprt and Wael Salem to Tyler Amann and Leah Gobany, $510,000 on Feb. 10

: Cherylyn

Patrylak to 25 Rose Hl Road Branford LL, $340,000 on Feb. 6

: Albert G. and Debra M. Danker to Benjamin C. and Alizzandra B. Danker, $510,000 on Feb. 11

CHESTER

: 321

Investments LLC to J&G Real Estate LLC, $310,000 on Feb. 12

Church to 321 Investments LLC, $245,000 on Feb. 9

CLINTON

: 5 Star Homes LLC to Erica L. Klimek and Connor L. Eastman, $545,000 on Feb. 10

Zaher Qurbanali and Razia Mehrabali to Dhariana Pimentel, $228,000 on Feb. 9

: Lenora Aiello to Michelle Winsor and John Carcioppolo, $380,000 on Feb. 12

: Carolyn Engle to Razia Mehrabali and Zaher Qurbanali, $345,000 on Feb. 9

EAST HAVEN

: Ralph Galardi to Austin Investments LLC, $337,500 on Feb. 12

: Lanna A. Berkun to Panorea Panagiosoulis, $688,000 on Feb. 9

: Estate of Marianne C. Brinigar and Gretchen Briggs to C H. Taylor-Rosenbaum, $432,000 on Feb. 13

: Estate of Lidio A. Afonso and Nelson Afonso to Elizabeth Grando, $575,000 on Feb. 13

MADISON

: Michael G. Palatiello to Adrienne Foret and Colton Kinney, $555,000 on Feb. 9

: Sandy S. Zachey to Franklin G. Samaniego and Suharie Talavera, $285,000 on Feb. 11

: Scott Kraemer to Eddie S. Francisco, $495,000 on Feb. 11

: Maxwell and Edna Nairn to Landon Osborn, $312,000 on Feb. 10

: Jordan Larch to Maxwell L. Lovell, $398,500 on Feb. 13

: Clam Castle LLC to Madison Clam Castle LLC, $440,000 on Feb. 9 : Federal Natl Mtg Assoc to Ryan and Katherine Otoole, $775,000 on Feb. 11 : Jane Ann Martin Real Estate Trust and Jane A. Martin to Clyne Ft and Barry F. Clyne, $475,000 on Feb.

Real Estate Transactions

30 Renees Way

: John J. and Michele G. Daniels to Jennifer and Steven Duhaime, $845,000 on Feb. 9

: Lang Realty LLC to Tidal Properties LLC, $450,000 on Feb. 9

BRANFORD

: Paul J. and Shannon Puglisi to Kyle R. Boulerice, $525,000 on Feb. 12

: Barbara A. Lafrance to Anthony and Rebecca Perrotti, $530,000 on Feb. 11

: Matthew R. and Tabitha M. Opie to Jason A. Demagistris, $530,000 on Feb. 12

: Montaser

A Salem Qprt and Wael Salem to Tyler Amann and Leah Gobany, $510,000 on Feb. 10

: Donald A. and Laurie A. Betzner to Alethia Moore, $430,000 on Feb. 9

NORTH HAVEN

Gaffney 917-705-7199

WESTBROOK

James T. Dowd to Green Pastuers Westbrook, $443,000 on Feb. 12

: Pava No 2 Rt and Jeremy Pava to Iris 2026 Real Estate Trust and Vanessa L. Maczko, $3,275,000 on Feb. 10

: Mary E. Joyce to TFor Public Land, $850,000 on Feb. 10

: Christopher J. Hallahan to Seonsil Lee, $187,500 on Feb. 12

: Marcia A Hollister T and Marcia A. Hollister to Seonsil Lee, $187,500 on Feb. 12

: Anthony J. Ruggiero and Melissa M. PappacodaRuggi to Todd J. Shea and Brianna Ruggiero, $317,000 on Feb. 6

: Tiffany L. Ferriouolo and Caitlin P. Peterson to Kristen D. Hadwell, $455,000 on Feb. 9

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

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