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Northford Man Charged After David Lane Fire Staff Report

A Northford man has been charged with reckless endangerment following a monthlong investigation into a June 5 fire that triggered explosions, prompted a large emergency response, and renewed longtime neighborhood concerns about a David Lane property.

Robert Onofrio, 57, of 21 David Lane, surrendered to the North Branford Police Department on July 2 after police obtained a warrant charging him with first-degree reckless endangerment in connection with the fire. According to police, officers and firefighters responded to the residence at approximately 1:58 a.m. June 5 after receiving reports of a

structure fire. Initial 911 callers and responding officers reported hearing multiple explosions, which investigators said were believed to have been caused by propane tanks stored on the property. The investigation was conducted by the North Branford Police Department, Officer See Northford Man Charged page 4

Home Port Bound The Volsunga IV returns to Stony Creek after a private charter in the late-day sun on July 5, capping a pleasant evening after days of high heat. The 48-passenger boat, owned and operated by Capt. Anna Milne, has offered narrated tours of the Thimble Islands under the Milne family for decades.

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Austin LaFata is leading the next generation of Boy Scouts...............2

Raising the Bar Senior class helps lift North Branford boys lacrosse to a historic season......................11

A Nation Debates Ivoryton’s 1776 brings the birth of American independence to vivid life........................................20

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Austin LaFata: Leading the Next Generation of Scouts

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As Austin prepares to complete the final requirements for Eagle Scout, he isn’t focused on the badge itself. Instead, he’s thinking about what he’ll leave behind. This summer, the Guilford High School senior plans to transform an unused hillside behind the North Guilford Firehouse into a gathering space for scouts and firefighters, creating a place where future generations can meet, relax, and enjoy the view overlooking the lake. The project also gives him an opportunity to thank the fire department, which recently welcomed Troop 472 after the scouts moved their meetings to the firehouse. “I was thinking I would be the first to Eagle in the new location to do something for the Fire Department personnel and to give back,” Austin says. “They have donated a lot of money to the troop and helped us out a lot. They have given us a really great space.”

The project marks the culmination of nearly a decade in Scouting. Austin joined Troop 472 as a third grader and is now entering his senior year at Guilford High School as the troop’s senior patrol leader. With many of the troop’s older scouts having graduated and moved on to college, he now finds himself mentoring a younger generation. “Many other kids Eagled out, graduated, and went off to college,” Austin says. “I am the oldest one in the troop right now. Other members are in seventh grade and below.” As senior patrol leader, Austin oversees troop meetings, helps younger scouts advance through the ranks, and works to model the values scouting has taught him through the years.

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“I am in charge of the troop, take hold of meetings, teach the troop how to be good scouts, teach them how to be kind and how to have scout spirit,” he says. “I think the others really like me. We like spending time together.” Watching younger scouts gain confidence has become one of the most rewarding parts of the experience. “The best part is getting to teach the younger generation how to be good scouts,” Austin says. “I love being a model leader for them.” Troop 472 meets weekly, with members working toward rank requirements, earning merit badges, learning outdoor skills, and taking part in hikes and camping trips throughout the year. As scouts gain experience, they assume greater leadership responsibilities while preparing for the Eagle Scout rank. Austin has earned 25 merit badges during his time with the troop. Among his favorites are aviation, environmental science, first aid, physical fitness, shotgun shooting, See Austin LaFata page 7

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Austin LaFata is preparing to complete his Eagle Scout service project at the North Guilford Firehouse, where he plans to create a lakeside gathering space for Scouts and firefighters.

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The Community Dining Room would like to gratefully acknowledge the loving and generous support provided by the many donors to our “Kindness Campaign,” launched in May 2026 in honor of Anthony Esposito, a young man taken from us far too soon. One of Anthony’s favorite summer activities was attending our Branford Community Dinners on the Green. The dinners, which are open to everyone, provide fun programming, community resources, and delicious meals — all free of charge. Our Kindness Campaign honors

Anthony’s spirit of generosity, compassion, and community connection by asking children and their parents to reflect on ways they can show kindness and care to their communities. Art projects and expressive activities expand on the theme of kindness. We are so thankful for all those who have contributed and created a program that honors Anthony’s memory in this special way. Jane Ferrall, Program Coordinator Community Dining Room

Northford Man Charged After David Lane Fire Continued from page 1 Michael Torre, a state-certified fire investigator, the North Branford Fire Marshal’s Office, and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). Police said the investigation resulted in the arrest warrant, which was authorized through the New Haven State’s Attorney’s Office. Onofrio voluntarily surrendered at police headquarters and was released after processing. He is scheduled to appear Thursday, July 9, in New Haven Superior Court. The June fire drew widespread attention after firefighters encountered heavy flames burning behind the residence while multiple explosions continued. No injuries were reported. Following the fire, DEEP officials said an unknown number of containers holding pool chemicals, gasoline, diesel fuel, and other automotive fluids had been com-

promised. Numerous propane cylinders also were found on the property, several of which were damaged by the fire or experienced boiling liquid expanding vapor explosions, commonly known as BLEVEs. The agency deployed its Emergency Response Unit to oversee cleanup, arranged for the removal and disposal of hazardous materials, and offered free wellwater testing to nearby residents as a precaution. Neighbors told television news crews at the time that they had raised concerns for years about the amount of material stored outdoors at the property. Several residents said they evacuated after hearing explosions and seeing flames rise above the tree line. The cause of the fire has not been publicly released. Police noted that the charge is based on probable cause. As with all criminal cases, the allegation is not evidence of guilt, and Onofrio is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

Cat Project Raffle Underway The Greater New Haven Cat Project is holding its annual raffle through Saturday, July 25, to benefit its work rescuing and caring for stray, abandoned, and feral cats in the Greater New Haven area. Tickets are $1 each and may be purchased from GNHCP volunteers or at gnhcp.org/raffle. Prizes include a $250 Visa gift card, a $200 Stop & Shop gift card, a $100 Olive Garden gift card, and a $50 Chewy gift card. The drawing will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 25. Winners need not be present to win. For more information, contact 203-782-2287 or rise@gnhcp.org, or visit gnhcp.org.

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David Williamson Branford David S. Williamson of North Branford died June 29, 2026, at his home. David was born in Northern Ireland on June 7, 1959, a son of the late Stanley S. and Audrey Bothwell Williamson. He was born in Lisburn, outside Belfast, and grew up Protestant. He managed to avoid the Troubles that plagued Belfast at that time. As an 8-year-old, he bought his first motorcycle and restored it, and that became a pastime of his for the rest of his life, restoring many vintage motorcycles. He went to the University of Portsmouth and received his B.A. in architecture, and eventually received his credentials from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). He worked

in Germany and then London. After many years there, during a downtime, he signed on to the sailing crew of a friend, delivering sailing yachts to various global destinations. One such job landed him in the Short Beach section of Branford, during a pleasant summer. Without another yacht to sail back to England, he rented an apartment there and enjoyed the beach. He met his future wife and settled there, though eventually divorced. He worked as an architect for Terry Architecture, LLC, in Branford for almost 25 years, until a health problem forced his retirement. He is survived by his brother, Alan Williamson, in England; and his close friends, Tony and Mavis Terry, of Branford. Private funeral services will be held at a later date.

Master Woodland Manager Program Accepting Applications The Connecticut Forest & Park Association (CFPA) is accepting applications for its 2026-27 Master Woodland Manager program through Wednesday, July 15. The yearlong educational program combines online learning and field instruction to help woodland owners and land managers make informed decisions about forest stewardship. Participants learn about forest ecology, wildlife habitat, forest health, climate change, and woodland management practices. The program is open to private woodland owners, municipal land stewards, nonprofit volunteers, educators, and others interested in caring for forested land. The 2026-27 program begins in late August. For more information, application details, or upcoming information sessions, visit ctwoodlands.org.

Sunday School at UMC Branford The United Methodist Church (UMC), Branford now offers Sunday School during its 9:30 a.m. worship service. Young children will join their families in the sanctuary at the start of service. After the children’s message by Pastor Barbara Marks, they will head to the education wing. Located at 811 East Main Street, UMC Branford welcomes everyone to its Sunday worship services. For more information, contact 203-488-0549 or umcbranford1966@gmail.com.

Volunteer for the Branford Land Trust Would you like to be outdoors, get a good workout, meet like-minded people, and help the environment and community at the same time? If so, then Branford Land Trust (BLT) welcomes you as a volunteer. From spring through fall, the Native Plant Protection Corps works to suppress non-native, invasive plant populations on BLT and town preserves. On the third Saturday morning of each month, year-round, work parties keep trails clear, pick up trash, remove invasives, and improve drainage and water crossings. Also, every Monday and Wednesday, year-round, the trails crew clears downed trees, prepares fields for mowing, performs larger-scale invasive control, builds and repairs bridges, and works to keep trails safe and passable. Volunteers work as their schedules allow, and all are welcome. For more information, contact 203-483-LAND (5263) or info@branfordlandtrust.com.

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Children Sought for Tosca Production By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer

The Opera Theater of Connecticut is seeking six to eight children to join its August production of Tosca, which will also feature a shoreline native and Metropolitan Opera performer in a supporting role. The Clinton-based company is looking for children between the ages of 8 and 14 who can read music and sing. “It’s a great bit for a kid, especially if anyone was in a church choir,” said Artistic Director Alan Mann. “The kids get to have fun and misbehave on stage. Then the next time you see them, they are altar children for a Catholic Mass.” According to a description from the company, a choir director will work with the children, who will be asked to do a bit of preparation before the first rehearsals. Music rehearsals begin Wednesday, July 22, in Madison for a few sessions. There are then minimal staging rehearsals in Clinton. Performances are Saturday, Aug. 8, and Sunday, Aug. 9, at The Morgan School in Clinton. Those interested in the part can email otc@otcsings.org or call 860-6698999.

for its dramatic themes and beautiful music, Ford said. In particular, Ford said the show’s depiction of a character who uses political capital for personal gain was something that quickly earned Tosca notoriety. “It was considered a radical approach to the arts then,” Ford said. Mann said that last year, when the company was deciding which show to produce in 2026, he and Ford happened to have a conversation with David Pittsinger, a bass-baritone who has performed at some of the most iconic venues in opera, including New York’s Metropolitan Opera, and who is a Clinton native. Pittsinger said that while he has returned to the area to perform several times, he had yet to perform in an opera in Clinton. “That sold it. The ability to have a star from the Metropolitan Opera who has roots in the area,” Mann said. In a statement to the Harbor News, Opera Theater of Connecticut Pittsinger said that returning to Clinton to The children's chorus from the 2018 production of Tosca perform in the opera gives him “an attitude of gratitude.” Tosca is an opera by Giacomo Puccini the chestnuts” that has become a favorite “Many of these people supported me and that was first performed in Italy in 1900. of audiences since it premiered. have known me since my earliest days as a Opera Theater of Connecticut General Set in 1800s Rome during a looming See Children Sought page 9 Director Kate Ford called the show “one of invasion by Napoleon, the opera is known

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Expanding Expert NHU-Y DAO, MD Eye Care in Guilford & Expanding Expert Middletown 7 COMMUNITY NEWS • THE SOUND • JULY 9, 2026 Eye Care in Guilford Austin LaFata: Leading the Next Generation Middletown Continued from page 2 and citizenship in society. “One big takeaway from being in this troop is all the leadership skills I have gained,” he says. “It has been beyond amazing and the friends I have made and people I have met have been great.” As he worked toward Eagle Scout, Austin wanted his service project to reflect the support Troop 472 has received from the North Guilford Fire Department. The troop recently moved its meetings from an Episcopal church to the North Guilford Firehouse, whose members have provided meeting space and continued support for the scouts. Behind the firehouse, Austin saw an opportunity. The area overlooking the lake is currently uneven and sloped, making it difficult to use. His plan is to build a 70-foot retaining wall, bring in enough soil to create a level surface, install several inches of patio stone, and place benches where Scouts, firefighters, and community members can gather. “My plan is to build a retaining wall that is 70 feet around a certain area and fill it with a foot or two of soil so it is level,” Austin says. “Then we will put patio rock there and put two or three benches on top for a nice hangout and picnic area for Scouts and firemen to use so they can have a nice time overlooking the lake.” Construction is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 22, and Austin hopes to recruit between 15 and 20 volunteers to help complete the project. He says the work will provide an opportunity for volunteers to earn community service hours while improving a space that will benefit both the troop and the fire department for years to come. Most of the materials are already being donated through his family’s businesses, LaFata & Son Inc. and A&D Equipment, including the equipment, soil, patio stone, and other construction materials.

Fundraising efforts, including a recent car wash and another planned later this summer, are focused on purchasing the benches that will complete the project. Outside of scouting, Austin has kept an equally active schedule. He has rowed on the Guilford High School varsity crew team throughout high school and works as a lifeguard at the Branford YMCA. He also enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and spending as much time outdoors as possible. Last year, he and several friends completed a 20-mile hike along the New England Trail, something he says only strengthened his appreciation for the outdoors. During the coming school year, Austin will also participate in the Voyages and Vessels program, where students build a wooden boat over the course of the year before launching and sailing it together. After graduating next spring, Austin hopes to attend college to study international business along with Middle Eastern studies or Arabic, interests he believes will allow him to better understand other cultures while preparing for a future career. Before then, however, he hopes to finish his Eagle Scout project and leave the troop in good hands. Although earning the Eagle Scout rank has long been a goal, Austin says the friendships, leadership opportunities, and chance to mentor younger Scouts have become the most meaningful part of the experience. “If I could pass on one word of advice to the younger scouts,” he says, “I would say for them to be good role models and leaders and to always be that for each other.” For Austin, the retaining wall behind the North Guilford Firehouse will be more than an Eagle Scout project. He hopes it will stand as a reminder that leadership is measured not only by what someone accomplishes, but by what they leave behind for those who follow.

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LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF BRANFORD The Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Branford, Connecticut hereby gives notice of Public Hearings to be held on Thursday July 23, 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 #26-32 Special Exception for an Accessory Apartment located at 73 Windmill Hill Road. Carl Chu- 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

LEGAL 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, July 20, 2026 at the North Branford Town Hall, 909 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT to consider the following: A. Appl. #2026-2, 59 Spruce Street – requesting a variance to reduce the front property line setback to 42 feet where 50 feet is required, to build a new front porch on the existing building. Owner: Marbel & Matthew Buccitti/Applicant: Marbel Buccitti B. Appl. #2026-3, 99 Cedar Lake Road – requesting a variance to reduce the front property line setback to 23 feet where 50 feet is required, to build an addition on the existing building. Owner/Applicant: Vincent L. Rapuano, Jr. 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

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Children Sought for Tosca Production Continued from page 6 boy soprano in the Episcopal Church (Holy Advent), and continued their support of me through junior high, high school, college, and grad school into my earliest professional engagements right up through my Metropolitan Opera and New York City Opera debuts and Broadway,” Pittsinger said. “Returning locally to perform reminds me of the joy I’ve always had performing for people that know and love me in this incredible shoreline community.” Mann said the company has presented Tosca before, in 2008 and 2018, and local audiences enjoyed it for its vivid period costumes and dramatic music. “It’s one of the most popular operas in our repertoire,” Ford agreed.

New for this performance, the show will take place in The Morgan School auditorium instead of the Town Hall theater. In addition to being easier logistically for the company, Mann and Ford said the Morgan School stage offers wonderful acoustics. “These venues are very audiencefriendly. It’s got very comfortable seating, and I think will be an interesting change from years past,” Ford said. Tickets can be obtained by visiting www.operatheaterofct.org or by calling 860-669-8999. General admission tickets are $65 for adults, $60 for seniors and $30 for children younger than 18. Opera Theater of Connecticut was founded in 1986 and is the state’s oldest opera company. More information about the company and its productions can be found at www.operatheaterofct.org.

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LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF NORTH BRANFORD OFFICE OF THE TAX COLLECTOR Taxpayers of the Town of North Branford are hereby notified that the first installment of Real Estate, Personal Property, and Motor Vehicle taxes on the October 1, 2025 Grand List are due and payable on July 1, 2026. Taxes will be considered delinquent on August 4, 2026, and will be subject to interest at the rate of 1.5% per month or fraction thereof, from the due date of July 1, 2026, with a minimum interest charge of $2.00. Payments received with an August 3, 2026 postmark are considered on time. Payments may be made at the Tax Collector’s Office, North Branford Town Hall, 909 Foxon Rd. North Branford CT 06471. Hours are 8:30 – 4:30 M-F or mail to P.O. Box 983175 Boston, MA 02298-3175. You may also pay by debit/credit card or electronic check at www.northbranfordct.gov and clicking on the Online Services link. There is a fee for this service - $3.95 for a debit card - 2.5% per transaction for credit card and $2.00 for electronic check. If you do not receive your tax bill(s), please call the tax office at 203-484-6011. Failure to receive a tax bill does not invalidate the tax or interest as per State Statute 12-145.

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Gerri Winnick, CCMC, Tax Collector Dated at North Branford – June 25, 2026

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated June 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.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Carol J. Titcomb, AKA Carol Jean Heyl Titcomb (21-00501) The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated June 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. Taylor Carafeno, Clerk The fiduciary is:

The Branford Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Tuesday July 21, 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: ZBA 26-10 Susan Farricielli- (Applicant ) Branford Trailer Park LTD, dba Branford Mobile Homes-(Owner) 26 North Main St. Unit 7 (D07-000-014-00006.7 BL) Var. Sec.4.4.B Side Yard variance of 8.3 ft. where 10 ft is required for the demo of the existing 56 foot mobile home and replacing it with a 60 ft mobile home . ZBA 26-11 Alfredo Cordero-(Applicant & Owner) 37 Flat Rock Rd (J07-000-002-00004 R4) Var. Sec. 3.4.A.5 Front Yard Setback of 22 feet 8 inches where 40 feet is required for a home addition.

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The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated June 23, 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. Shari Moon, Chief Clerk The fiduciary is: Katherine R Forgione c/o FRANCIS JOHN FORGIONE, LAW OFFICES OF PAUL K. SULLIVAN, JR., LLC, 705 BOSTON POST ROAD, GUILFORD, CT 06437

ZBA 26-13 Nicholas Randall-(Applicant) Nicholas & Miriam Randall- (Owners) 20 Homestead Place (D04-000-002-00033 R4) Var. Sec. 3.4.A.6 Reduce side yard setback to 8.3 ft. where 15 ft is required for an additional dwelling unit. Var. Sec. 7.4.A.7 Allow the ADU to be 36% of the gross floor area of the principal structure where 30% is allowed. ZBA 26-14 Dennis Pantini (Applicant & Owner) 39 Harding Avenue (E08-000-016-00009 R3) Var. Sec. 3.4.A.6 Sideyard setback of 7.2 feet where 15 feet is required to allow a new pool. ZBA 26-15 Gabriella Kasperzyk-(Applicant) Gabriella & Derek Kasperzyk – (Owners) 60 Harding Avenue (E09-000-001-00005 R3) Var. Sec. 3.4.A.6 Side setback of 7 feet 8 inches where 15 feet is required for an addition to the existing garage.

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LEGAL NOTICE NORTH BRANFORD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that the North Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at the North Branford Town Hall, 909 Foxon Rd., North Branford, CT to consider the following: A. Appl. #2026-7, 420 Totoket Road – Re-Subdivision of parcel to create three (3) residential lots. Owner: What TF, LLC/ Applicant: Paul Lamot, LP Home Improvements B. Appl. #2026-8, Zoning Text Amendment – Zoning Regulation changes to be in compliance with CT Public Act 25-1. Applicant: North Branford Planning & Zoning Commission At this hearing, all interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. Copies of proposals are on file for public inspection in the Town Hall Planning Department. Robert Nowak, Chairman

NOTICE OF TAXES DUE TOWN OF BRANFORD TAXPAYERS Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town of Branford, residents and non-residents, that the 1ST INSTALLMENT for Real Estate Tax, Personal Property Tax, and the one installment for Motor Vehicle Taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2025, are due JULY 1, 2026, and payable by AUGUST 3, 2026. Tax payments should be made payable to “Tax Collector, Town of Branford” and may be mailed to: Tax Collector, Town of Branford DEPT# 000303 P.O. Box 1380 HARTFORD, CT 06104-1380 Payments may also be made online at www.branford-ct.gov or in person between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM Monday through Friday at the Tax Office in the Town Hall located at 1019 Main Street Branford Ct. 06405 Taxpayers who have not received a bill should contact the Tax Office for a duplicate bill since failure to receive a bill does not invalidate the tax and respective penalties should the account become delinquent. C.G.S. Sec 12-130 Unpaid taxes will be considered delinquent as of AUGUST 3, 2026. On that date, interest will be charged from the original due date of JULY 1, 2026. Interest is charged at a rate of 18% per year (1.5% per month) in accordance with the provisions of C.G.S. Sec 12-146. Robert M Imperato Tax Collector Town of Branford

WPCA LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF BRANFORD WPCA SEWER UTILITY USE FEE NOTICE DUE DATE July 1, 2026 Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town of Branford, resident and non-resident, that the WPCA SEWER UTILITY USE FEE BILLS will be due on July 1, 2026. Bills become delinquent after August 3, 2026, and shall be subject to interest at the rate of 1.50 percent per month and SHALL incur a lien fee. THERE IS A MINIMUM INTEREST CHARGE OF $2.00 ON ANY DELINQUENT SEWER USE FEE. Please mail or bring a copy of your Real Estate /Sewer Utility invoices when making payments. Real Estate /Sewer Utility payments should be made payable to “Tax Collector Town of Branford” and may be mailed to: Tax Collector, Town of Branford DEPT. 000303 P O BOX 1380 HARTFORD, CT 06104-1380

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North Branford Boys Lax Sets New Standard By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The North Branford boys lacrosse team set a new standard for the program this season. The Thunderbirds dominated the regular season, finishing 14-2, won the Shoreline Conference championship and came one game shy of reaching the Class S state championship. It has been a multiyear journey for the program, with each senior class leaving it better than they found it. The Class of 2026 watched the previous senior classes, learned from them and continued building on the culture they established. North Branford coach Dave Carpenter said what separates this group is not one specific quality. Instead, he said, it is the continuation of the culture and expectations built over the years. “They had two other very great senior groups that they got to see as they were coming up, and they just took everything that they had, applied it and then just made it bigger and better,” Carpenter said. “It’s a process. That first senior class, they were awesome, and they kind of brought them in as freshmen, and they did a great job. From there, the tone was set, the culture was set, and they just had to follow that, and then show the next group.” That leadership from the team’s 12 seniors was a catalyst for the historic season North Branford put together. After winning the Shoreline title, the

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North Branford's Max Becker protects possession against a Haddam-Killingworth defender during the Shoreline Conference championship game. The Thunderbirds rallied from a three-goal deficit to defeat the Cougars, 7-6, and capture the conference title.

Thunderbirds opened the state tournament with an impressive performance, defeating No. 13 Immaculate, 16-1, in the second round after receiving a firstround bye. Senior Cam LaCroix broke the program’s single-game points record with 12 points on seven goals and five assists. LaCroix

also finished his career as North Branford’s all-time leader in goals, assists and points. The Thunderbirds followed with a 10-6 victory over No. 5 Granby Memorial in the quarterfinals before falling to top-seeded Suffield, 12-7, in the semifinals. “It was a lot of emotions. It was hard on them, but once the game

UMC Services and Ministries The United Methodist Church, 811 East Main Street, Branford, celebrates worship services every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The church also has its Prayer Shawl Ministry at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday, when those who can knit or crochet can use their talents by creating shawls as a way to reach out to people in need of comforting. Still another ministry is Sewing for God, a venue for quilters to gather and create quilts to be distributed to those in need. All materials are provided. The group meets at 1 p.m. every Monday. The church also has Bible study small group every Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Thursday at 10 a.m. For more information or schedule updates on these and other ministries, contact the church at 203-488-0549 or umcbranford1966@gmail.com, or visit umcbranford.org.

was over, we got in the locker room and we’re back on the bus reflecting on the season they just had, it’s the best one we’ve ever had in North Branford history,” Carpenter said. “They were happy with where they brought the team to, and they’re hoping that the culture and everything that they brought to the table this

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year as seniors sticks and can leave a lasting memory in North Branford.” Carpenter added that one of the toughest parts of the spring season is that once it ends, so do the seniors’ high school careers. He said he hopes this class established a standard that will continue despite the graduation of 12 seniors. “I talked to my guys after our loss, and I said before the season if I told you we were going to win a conference championship and make it to the semifinals of states would you believe me,” he said. “No one said anything, but they were like, no, absolutely not.” As the Thunderbirds turn the page, they will have several key positions to replace. The entire defensive unit and goalie graduated after starting together for multiple seasons, and the team also must replace key production at midfield and attack. Even so, Carpenter believes the program is in good shape. Injuries and other adversity throughout the season gave several underclassmen valuable varsity experience. During the regular season, the Thunderbirds played only two games with their full starting lineup. “It’s going to be very interesting to see who steps up and who’s ready to replace and fill somebody’s shoes. We’ve got some freshmen and sophomores that are ready to step into those roles and have done so this year,” Carpenter said. “A lot of them got to get that experience.”

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Giants Sweep Into Second Place By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

With summer officially here, the second half of the league season begins. Another week of ideal weather led to a season-high team scoring average. It jumped nine points to 269 thanks to the C Division players, whose average score was a season-high 69 points per player. Besides the weather, the talk among the teams centered on the standings and the playoff race. Headlines of the Week: The Giants moved into second place with a sweep of the Rangers; the Cubs stunned the secondplace Braves, 5-1; the Tigers scored 304 points in a 5-1 win over the Yankees, handing them their fifth losing week in a row; the Rockies topped 320 points for the second time in three weeks; and the White Sox scored 302 points in a split with the Mets while increasing their first-place lead. Normally, Mike Zanelli Sr. gets all the accolades for the Giants, but this week he acknowledged the sweep of the Rangers was sparked by the league’s youngest player, Matt Valentin of Westbrook. Valentin finished with a 105-point series, his best since Week 1, and posted the third-highest B Division score of the night. Damon Roberts, subbing for Rangers player Peter Furmonavicius, got off to a slow start in Game 1, and Zanelli carried the Giants to the win. Valentin’s 36 points, including three doubles, led to another easy victory. When Adam Fortier and Valentin teamed together, they struggled offensively, but despite 13 open boxes they eked out the team’s third win. The Rangers were unable to capitalize on a 10point handicap, losing Game 4 by two points. Zanelli and Valentin combined for 55 points in a double-digit win in Game 5. Fortier and Valentin teamed up again in the finale, where Valentin closed out the night with four straight fours. With the sweep, the Giants moved into second place. Since Week 1, the Cubs’ Bob Cifaldi has raised his average by more than 11 points, while the Braves’ Frank Rausch has improved his average by more than five points and has averaged 151 points per week. Keith Toohey subbed for the Braves’ Mike Beckwith. Four of the six games had no handicap, but in both B/C games the 14-point handicap favored the Braves. Rausch outscored Cifaldi by 14 points to win Game 1. The Cubs answered with a 14-point victory in Game 2 as Cifaldi edged Rausch, 31-29. Scott Allen outscored the Braves in Game 3. Peter Lessard’s scoring led the Cubs to a 12-point win in Game 4.

While Rausch edged Cifaldi, 34-33, Allen’s points gave the Cubs their fourth win. Allen and Lessard outscored the Braves 14-4 over the final two boxes of the last game to put it out of reach. The Braves fell into a tie for third with the Rockies, while the Cubs sit a half-game back in fourth. The Yankees and Tigers both entered the night in the bottom half of the standings, with the Yankees looking to break out of their scoring slump. It is rare at this stage of the season for two players on the same team to post season-best series. Sheryl Serviss and Dennis Goodrich of the Tigers did just that, sending the Yankees to their fifth straight losing week. Serviss scored 117 points and Goodrich led the C Division with 108. Add Anthony Conkling’s 79 points and the Tigers finished with 304. The two A/B games were the best of the match. In Game 2, Yankees Dennis Allen and Vinny Jonynas each scored 30 points for their lone win. The Yankees also had a chance in Game 5. Trailing by three entering the final box, they outscored the Tigers 6-3 to earn a tie, but the Tigers’ three-point handicap gave them the victory. Each of the following matches ended in a 4-2 decision: Sue Pollard’s Rockies have been the league’s hottest-scoring team over the past six weeks, averaging 290 points. Chip Goodrich’s Reds, averaging 258, had their work cut out for them. Fortunately, the handicap favored them in four of the six games. In Game 1, the Reds led after seven boxes but managed only eight points over the final five, using their 10-point handicap for a two-point win. Games 2 and 5 had no handicap. Pollard’s personal-best 47 points gave the Rockies a three-point victory. Andy Konefal’s season-best 23point game, along with Joe Heery’s 38 points, earned the Reds an easy 20-point win. Game 4 remained close until the final two boxes, when the Rockies overcame the 10-point handicap for a two-point victory. They also won the next game by outscoring the Reds 3-2 in the final box. Warren Bellows matched the Reds’ score in the Rockies’ final win. The Rockies scored 322 points. Pollard’s 142-point series was the second-highest A Division score, Bellows contributed 96 points, and Anthony Malerba’s 90-point series ranked third in C Division. Heery’s 116-point series topped B Division. The Rockies are tied for third place. Both Kris Toohey’s Cards and Jeremy Photo courtesy of Joseph Heery Davis’ Dodgers entered the night coming Matt Valentin is the league's youngest player and has already moved up from being a C off 5-1 victories. The Cards are fighting for See Giants Sweep page 13

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Giants Sweep Into Second Place Continued from page 12 a playoff spot, while the Dodgers are content to play spoiler. Davis edged Toohey, 37-35, in Game 1, and Ralph Sampson’s points gave the Dodgers the win. The Cards’ top-scoring duo of Toohey and Todd Nuhn easily overcame the 11-point handicap to even the match. Hunter Beckwith’s double in the ninth box gave the Dodgers the lead in Game 3, and they never relinquished it. The Cards won the final three games. Toohey led the Cards in Game 4, Toohey and Nuhn combined for a doubledigit victory in Game 5, and Nuhn’s four points in the final box, along with the handicap, produced a one-point win in the finale. Toohey’s 143-point series led all scorers, while Nuhn’s 110-point series ranked second in B Division. D’backs captain John Sciacca, who prefers low-handicap games, got his wish for the ninth straight week, as no handicap exceeded three points in his team’s matchup with Skip Robinson’s Pirates on Sciacca’s least favorite court, No. 3. Sciacca and Robinson matched scores in the first two games, leaving their teammates to decide the winners. In Game 1, John O’Brien carried the D’backs; in Game 2, it was Brian Walsh for the Pirates. After winning Game 3, the Pirates captured the next two. Robinson and Gary Stevens both tossed clean games, combining for 67 points in a 28-point victory. Sciacca edged Robinson, 32-30, in Game 5, but Walsh’s 23 points proved decisive. The finale was the Pirates’ best game of the night. Stevens and Walsh both recorded clean games, while D’backs players Butch Carotenuto and O’Brien each scored 24 points. With the game tied, the D’backs’ three-point handicap determined the outcome. Stevens topped the century mark for the second time this season with 101 points, the second-highest C Division score. Following last week’s 5-1 victory, Red Sox captain Bill Beckwith said he “felt like the team has turned the corner.” Emily Taylor subbed for Jim Weselcouch. Mike Zanelli Jr.’s Orioles won the first three games, sending the Red Sox in a different direction. Zanelli’s 43 points won Game 1, while Ted Dubay and Zanelli teamed for a 24-point victory in Game 2. The Orioles also won Game 3 by three points, though the margin felt larger. About two hours into play, a cheer erupted from the middle

courts as Taylor tossed her first double. Beckwith followed with his best game of the night to lead the Red Sox to a win. Zanelli then repeated his Game 1 performance. The Red Sox salvaged another victory as Taylor’s personal-best 20 points led the final game. Zanelli’s 134-point series ranked third in A Division. John Hutra’s Marlins continue searching for consistency, bouncing between ninth and 15th place in the standings. Tony Cutone’s Angels entered the night riding a streak of split matches before slipping into a string of 2-4 losses. Game 1 belonged to the Marlins from the start. In Game 2, the Angels took the lead in the ninth box and held on. Game 3 remained close until the 11th box, when both players opened, allowing the Marlins to escape with a two-point victory. The Marlins cruised to a double-digit win in Game 4 and used their four-point handicap to take Game 5. In the final game, the Angels used their three-point handicap for a twopoint win. The Marlins claimed the match, 4-2. Leif Selander posted a season-best 83point series. Brady Miller’s White Sox have led the standings since Week 3. Miller is one of the few A Division players whose average has improved since the season began, while teammate Kyle Wilson has improved his C Division average by more than five points. The White Sox continue to lead the league in scoring at 282 points per match. Despite their best efforts, Mark Goodale’s Mets remain stuck around the .500 mark. In the featured matchup, Miller edged Goodale, 28-27, in Game 1, with Wilson providing the scoring punch for the White Sox. Miller and Bob Beckwith outdueled Goodale and Harvey Strausser for a 14-point win in Game 2. Strausser’s 30 points gave the Mets Game 3. Miller answered with a clean 40-point game for the White Sox’s third victory. In Game 5, Goodale and Strausser each tossed two doubles to put the game away. Deb Scully’s 28 points led the Mets in the finale as they earned their third win. The Mets recorded their fifth split of the season. Even with the split, the White Sox increased their first-place lead to four games. Miller’s 134-point series tied for the third-highest A Division score, while Scully matched her season-best 75point series. The White Sox scored 302 points, topping the 300-point mark for the third time this season.

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The cast of 1776 brings the debate over American independence to life in Ivoryton Playhouse's production of the Tony Award-winning musical.

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From left, R. Bruce Connelly as Benjamin Franklin, Alex Stone as James Wilson, and Michael Cartwright as Samuel Chase in Ivoryton Playhouse's production of 1776.

Ivoryton Demonstrates History Doesn’t Have to Be Boring, with a Fine 1776 By Karen Isaacs Special to Living

If you think history can be boring, then seeing the excellent Ivoryton Playhouse production of 1776 will change your mind. The Tony Award-winning musical combines music and humor in a quite accurate recounting of why we celebrate July 4. It’s part of Ivoryton’s season honoring our nation’s 250th anniversary. The show runs through Sunday, July 28. Ivoryton has assembled a large cast of mostly Equity performers; fitting them on the relatively small stage must have been a challenge for director Kenn McLaughlin. But they all do fit. Audiences will recognize several Ivoryton regulars. An aside: I am always disheartened when I see a director or performer of musical theater admit to having never seen a well-known and often-produced show. To me, it would be like a history teacher saying they had never learned anything about the Roman Empire. In this case, director Kenn McLaughlin confessed to that ignorance in his notes; I could not understand why he had avoided the show for nearly 50 years!

If you, like McLaughlin, haven’t seen the show or the fine film version, it tells the story of the creation of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia in the spring and summer of 1776. It revolves around John Adams’ determination for independence and the reluctance of the Carolinas and several other states, which viewed the entire thing as a traitorous undertaking of the New England states. Adams comes up with the idea of presenting a document outlining the rationale for the move and convinces, or strong-arms, Thomas Jefferson (Andrew Fehrenbacher) into writing it. But even then, it wasn’t a done deal, as the delegates quibble over words and ideas. After some tense moments, it is adopted unanimously. Since we all know we broke from England, it is an achievement that Peter Stone (who wrote the book) and Sherman Edwards (the music, lyrics and concept) build real suspense. The opposition is led by John Dickinson of Pennsylvania, played with aplomb by Josh Powell, and John Rutledge, one of the South Carolina delegates. Dino Nicandros plays Rutledge with the smugness of a Southern aristocrat looking

down on the more middle-class Adams. Interwoven into the show are dispatches from General Washington reporting doom and gloom as he deals with untrained soldiers, severe shortages of food and supplies, and the occupation of New York by the British General Howe. To add a little romance, and a break from the bickering of the delegates, Abigail Adams appears as she and John carry on an extensive correspondence that reflects their deep devotion to each other. Kelly McCormick and Mark Aldrich (Adams) shine in these moments, including “Til Then” and “Yours, Yours, Yours.” Martha Jefferson (Emelie Latzer) arrives from Virginia, summoned by Adams to provide inspiration to her husband. “He Plays the Violin,” in which she describes to Adams and Franklin how Jefferson courted her, is one of the better-known songs in the show. Latzer does it credit, bringing vitality and exuberance to it. Several of the delegates express their political viewpoints through song. Dickinson (Powell), with Rutledge and fellow conservatives, explains their philosophy in See Ivoryton Demonstrates page 21

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Mark Aldrich, as John Adams, and Kelly McCormick, as Abigail Adams, appear in Ivoryton Playhouse's production of 1776.

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Members of the cast perform a scene from 1776, now on stage at Ivoryton Playhouse through July 28.

Ivoryton Demonstrates History Doesn’t Have to Be Boring, with a Fine 1776 Continued from page 20 “Cool, Cool Considerate Men,” which features some fun choreography by Robert Mintz. When the film of the show was made in 1972, then-President Nixon requested that producer Jack Warner remove the song. He did, but it has since been restored to the film. The most powerful song in the show is “Momma Look Sharp,” which ends the first act. The Courier (Tommy Betz) is on the empty stage recalling his fallen buddy. In Act 2, Rutledge calls out the

hypocrisy of the North with “Molasses to Rum,” which accuses Northerners of being complicit in the slave trade. It is angry, accurate and unsettling; Nicandros does a fine job with it. Rutledge is pushing for the removal of a paragraph in the Declaration known as the “slave clause.” In it, Jefferson condemned slavery and put some of the blame on the king. The clause was removed, and the Deep South voted for the declaration. Adams and Benjamin Franklin (a terrific R. Bruce Connelly) are the central figures. Aldrich’s Adams conveys his deter-

mination and lack of tact in dealing with his fellow delegates. It is he who sets the stage during the opening number. Connelly emphasizes the comic elements in Franklin, though, to be honest, the role is written that way. His humor and his interest in the ladies provide a welcome change from the seriousness of Adams and the other delegates. Huge credit must be given to musical director Amy Jones, who oversees the singing and the fine nine-piece ensemble. Yes, there are a few cast members who are weaker, and a few costumes, particu-

larly shoes, that seem too modern, but these are mere quibbles. Overall, it is a fine production. I do wish that McLaughlin had retained the traditional ending—the ringing of a bell as each member signs the declaration, and a tableau with the delegates arranged as in the famous painting. Ivoryton is to be congratulated on this production. Tickets are available at IvorytonPlayhouse.org.

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Calendar for the Week of July 9, 2026

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HURSDAY, JULY 9 Guilford Food Bank Outdoor Clean-Up: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Guilford Food Bank, 45 Stone House Ln. Volunteers will assist with cleanup of the food bank's outdoor areas as part of United Way of Greater New Haven's Week of Action. For info, visit uwgnh.org. Gel Water Pets: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. For ages 4 and older. Participants will create a sensory water pet to take home. Parental assistance may be needed. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. Afternoon Fiction Book Club: 1 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Summer Nights @ APL: Our Founding Mothers with Storyteller Monica Peterson: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features stories of Sybil Ludington and two sisters who helped defend their New England town during the War of 1812. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. The Legend of the Charter Oak: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. Intended for ages 6 and older, including adults. Features a presentation by an educator from Mystic Seaport Museum on the history and legend of the Charter Oak and its impact on colonial Connecticut and Westbrook. For info, call 860399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org. Opening Night for The Wizard of Oz: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, Aug. 2. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 10 AND SATURDAY, JULY 11

88th Annual White Elephant Sale: Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon. First Congregational Author Talk with Christopher Shaw Myers on Jaws Church of Old Lyme, 2 Ferry Rd. Features antiques, appliActor Robert Shaw: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. ances, art, books, clothing, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, Features author Christopher Shaw Myers discussing his kitchenware, plants, sporting goods, tools, toys, waterbook, Robert Shaw: An Actor's Life on the Set of Jaws and craft, and more. Proceeds benefit the church's ministries. Beyond. For adults and teens. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Rain or shine. For info, visit fccol.org/wes. Teen Crafternoon: Make Your Own Zine: 3 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clin- FRIDAY, JULY 10 ton. Participants will learn how to create a small self-pub- Jurassic Classroom: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, lished magazine. Registration required. For info or to reg- 150 Main St., Deep River. Features a mobile dinosaur fosister, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. sil exhibit with specimens on display and an educator available to answer questions. Free. For info, call 860Historic Downtown Walking Tour: 4 p.m. Allis-Bushnell 526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. House, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Guided walking tour of Madison's historic downtown presented by the Food Group: The Big Cheese: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 Madison Historical Society. Space is limited to 10 partici- West Ave. Features a story and snack-making program pants. Advance ticket purchase required; no walk-ins inspired by Jory John's The Big Cheese. For children ages 4 accepted. For info or tickets, visit madisonhisto 12. Children ages 4 to 8 must be accompanied by an tory.org/events. adult. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Movie Matinee: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a screening in the Buel Room. For movie inforOpening Reception for Painted Passage: 4 to 8 p.m. mation, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Artevistica Gallery, 191 Middlesex Turnpike, Essex. Features paintings and sculpture by Essex artist Rick SilberSummer Movie Nite: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Killingworth berg. The exhibition runs through July. For info, call 860Library, 274 Route 81. Features family movie screenings 680-7528 or visit ricksilberberg.com. with popcorn. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Opening Reception: New England in Light: 5 to 8 p.m. Susan Powell Fine Art, 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Opening reception for the gallery's group exhibition featuring paintings by 35 nationally acclaimed artists celebrating the landscapes and shoreline of New England. Wine and hors d'oeuvres will be served, and many of the artists will be in attendance. Free. For info, contact 203318-0616 or susanpowellfineart@gmail.com, or visit susanpowellfineart.com. Outcasts & Innocents: The Musical World of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears: 7 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Madison Lyric Stage presents a semi-staged celebration of composer Benjamin Britten and tenor Peter Pears featuring excerpts from Peter Grimes, Billy Budd, The Turn of the Screw, War Requiem, and other works. Tickets: $40. For info or tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 11 Holiday Craft Sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Essex Green. Hosted by First Baptist Church in Essex. Features handcrafted holiday items and gifts for sale. For info, call 860-7678623. Perennial Plant Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, 811 E. Main St., Branford. Features perennial plants including daylilies, hydrangeas, yarrow, Shasta daisies, hostas, stokesia, and other varieties. For info, call 203-488-0549. Vintage Treasures Antique and Classic Boat Show: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Hosted by the Southern New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society. Features antique and classic wooden and fiberglass boats, including mahogany runabouts from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, displayed both in the water and on land. Free admission. For info, call 860-767-8269. Wool Spinning Demonstration: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features demonstrations of carding and spinning wool fleece using antique spinning wheels and a drop spindle. Participants may also try spinning wool. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events. Birds Are Dinosaurs!: 10 to 11 a.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Presented by Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Features live bird ambassadors and hands-on activities exploring the connection between birds and dinosaurs. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. See page 23

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Summer Connecticut Theater Offerings Include Agatha Christie Mystery, a Musical Based on a Poem and a Reenvisioning of The Wizard of Oz Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater By Karen Isaacs Columnist

Agatha Christie: Mark Shanahan, Westport Country Playhouse’s artistic director, has taken Agatha Christie’s novel, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, and converted it into a play. It’s on the Playhouse stage from Tuesday, July 14, through Saturday, Aug. 1. Among the cast is Karen Ziemba, one of my favorite performers. It sounds like it will be good fun seeing if famed detective Hercule Poirot can unravel Christie’s always-convoluted plots. For tickets, visit Westport Playhouse.org. The Wild Party: West Hartford’s Playhouse on Park is willing to take chances with less familiar material, particularly musicals. This summer’s musical is The Wild Party, which I bet most people have never heard of. It’s based on a poem by

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Joseph Moncure March set in the Prohibition Era. The jazz-inspired score is by Andrew Lippa, who is best known for writing The Addams Family. The show runs through Sunday, Aug. 16. Contact PlayhouseOnPark.org for tickets. Dorothy, Toto and The Wizard: Legacy Theatre’s production of The Wizard of Oz will be a reimagined version of the classic story. Not many details have been released except to say that director Hannah Ryan is reenvisioning the story with “innovative elements they have not seen before.” It does promise “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “If I Only Had a Brain.” The show runs through Sunday, Aug. 9. Tickets are selling fast, but contact LegacyTheatreCT.org for availability. Wesleyan Names Theater for

Famous Alum: Lin-Manuel Miranda, cre- through Sunday, Aug. 22. Tickets are free ator of In the Heights and Hamilton, now but very hard to get. For details, visit has a theater named after him. The PublicTheater.org. newest theater on the Wesleyan UniverComing to Broadway: Billy Crystal is sity campus is the Lin-Manuel Miranda bringing his solo show, 860, which is cenTheater. It’s been designed as an experi- tered around the California home he lost mental space. in the fires, to the Shubert Theatre in New York Notes: A London stage cap- October for a 12-week run. Julia Louisture of the Tony-winning Best Musical, Dreyfus will make her Broadway debut in Hadestown, is being released to U.S. movie a revival of Other Desert Cities, also startheaters on Friday, July 24. Five of the ring Ed Harris, Allison Janney, Joe Keery, original Broadway performers were in the and Lily Rabe. London cast that was filmed. Watch for it. What’s Playing in Connecticut: Only a few weeks are left to see the Crazy for You at Goodspeed through Aug. acclaimed revival of August Wilson’s Joe 16; 1776 at Ivoryton through July 28; The Turner’s Come and Gone on Broadway. Murder of Roger Ackroyd at Westport The show closes on Sunday, July 26. The Country Playhouse, July 14 through Aug. Tony-winning revival of Ragtime will play 1; The Wild Party at Playhouse on Park its last performances at Lincoln Center on through Aug. 16. Sunday, Aug. 16. Titanique, the send-up of Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident. Titanic with Celine Dion music, is staying To check out her reviews of New York and on Broadway until Sept. 20. The Rocky Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word Horror Show is also extending its run, this press.com. She’s a member of the Connectitime to Nov. 29. cut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Raúl Esparza and Lily Rabe are head- Circle, Connecticut Theater Women’s Neting the cast of Shakespeare’s The Winter’s work, and the American Theatre Critics Tale, which plays the Delacorte Theatre in Association. Central Park from Saturday, July 25,

poser, pianist, and band leader Horace Silver, presented by musicians Russ Becker and Stephen Roane. Sponsored Blessing of the Fleet: 11 a.m. Stony Creek Beach, Thimby the John Loeb Lecture Fund. Free. For info or to regisble Island Road, Branford. Features a parade of watercraft ter (required), call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit receiving a blessing from local clergy and live music by events.blackstonelibrary.org. the Stony Creek Fife and Drum Corps. Sponsored by Stony Creek Congregational Church, Thimble Island Sail- A Night of Art, Harmony and Hope: 6 to 10 p.m. St. ing Club, and The Stony Creek Association. For info, con- George Church Hall, 33 Whitfield St. Benefit event suptact 203-488-7827 or office@stonycreekchurchct.org. porting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Jimmy Fund in memory of Sarah Elizabeth Montgomery. FeaSummer Market and Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. tures artwork by local artists, live painting demonstraAllis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd, Madi- tions, a live auction, music by Take 3 Trio, wine and beer, son. Features artists, creative vendors, and the A Town and appetizers and desserts by Cilantro’s. Proceeds benNamed Madison: Celebrating 200 Years exhibit. Hosted by efit BPDCN cancer research led by Dr. Andrew Lane. the Madison Historical Society. Free. For info, call 203Tickets: $75. For info or tickets, contact 203-641-3590 or 245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. jomontgomeryemail@gmail.com, or visit charity.pledgeit.org/c/qccpub9403. Be On the Lookout: Native vs. Invasive Plants: Noon to 1 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81, Killingworth. Kaleb of Wilder Gardens discusses native and invasive SUNDAY, JULY 12 plants and their effects on local ecosystems. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit Opening Reception for the 77th Annual Summer Juried Exhibition: 3 to 5 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town killingworthlibrary.org. Hall, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Presented by the Clinton Art Society. Free and open to the public. Refreshments Fireworks and Concert: 6 p.m. Guilford Fairgrounds, served. For info, email casclinton@gmail.com or visit clin111 Lovers Ln. Part of the America 250 Guilford celebratonartsocietyct.org. tion series. For info, contact tarutisj@guilfordct.gov. Continued from page 22

The Music of Horace Silver with The Russ Becker & Stephen Roane Duo: 2 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features a program on the history of Connecticut native, jazz com-

Outcasts & Innocents: The Musical World of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears: 4 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Madison Lyric Stage presents a semi-staged celebration of the

music of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears. Tickets: $40. For info or tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org. Jammin' by the Shore: Mid-Summer Beach Party: 4 to 7 p.m. Madison Beach Hotel, 94 West Wharf Rd. Free beach party featuring live music by the Caribbean Vibes Steel Drum Band. Food and beverages available for purchase. For info or to register, visit eventvesta.com/ events/149044/t/tickets.

MONDAY, JULY 13 Dinos 2 U: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Get up close to dinosaur fossils and artifacts with Jurassic Classroom. All ages. Registration not required. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Learn How to Use iPhones and iPads: 1 p.m. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Seminar presented by Raymond Rose covering security and passwords, iCloud, artificial intelligence, YouTube, the App Store, the Health app, Settings, and ways to reduce cable TV costs. Participants are encouraged to bring an iPhone or iPad. Free. Registration requested; walk-ins welcome. To register, contact 860-388-1611, ext. 211 or programs@yourestuary.org. See page 24

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Sea Glass: Interpretations of Water Opens at City Gallery Press Release from City Gallery

Sea Glass: Interpretations of Water will be on view at City Gallery from Friday, July 10, through Saturday, Aug. 1, featuring fiber art, paintings, and sculpture by member artists Roberta Friedman, Rita Hannafin, Sheila Kaczmarek, and Kathy Kane. Inspired by living near the water, the four artists work in a variety of media while exploring different perspectives on the natural world. The exhibit brings together distinct artistic voices connected by themes of creativity and water. Roberta Friedman’s encaustics, collages, and paintings have been exhibited throughout the New Haven area for more than 40 years. She has participated in painting workshops at Omega Institute, Judith Cornell’s Mandala workshops, with watercolorist Jan Hart at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, New Mexico, and with several local instructors, including Hilda Levy. She continues to study and share her knowledge of watercolor media and collage techniques with children, teens, and adults throughout the greater New Haven area.

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Kathy Kane's watercolor Shimmer.

Sheila Kaczmarek's mixed-media piece Shimmering Ctenophores.

Rita Daley Hannafin's Dusk is among the works featured in the exhibition.

Roberta Friedman's The Sound combines cold wax, oil pigment, encaustic, and shellac burn.

Rita Daley Hannafin creates art quilts by combining textiles, stitching, paint, collage, and digital imagery. Since moving to Connecticut in 2004, she has explored landscape, climate change, politics, personal stories, and abstraction through her work. She is a member of Studio Art Quilt Associates, the Black Rock Art Guild, and City Gallery. Her work is included in the

National Registry of Quilts. Kathy Kane has maintained a studio at Erector Square in New Haven for more than 30 years. She is a member of City Gallery, the Guilford Art League, and the Connecticut Watercolor Society, and has exhibited her work at galleries throughout Connecticut. She has also exhibited nationally in juried museum shows and received numerous awards. Kane

lives in East Haven. Sheila Kaczmarek works in mixed media, including clay. Her work explores both layering and removing surfaces. She apprenticed for five years in the ceramic studio at Guilford Art Center, where she worked with high- and low-fired clay, pit firing, and raku. Her clay pieces often incorporate paint, metal, and encaustic wax.

An artist reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 25. The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State St. in New Haven. Gallery hours are noon to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday, or by appointment.

Continued from page 23 All About Sharks: 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features shark biologist Stephanie Shannon discussing her work and leading shark-themed activities for rising second- through sixthgrade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 14 Junior Strings: 9 to 10 a.m. Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program for students entering grades 3 to 4 introducing string instruments and basic music skills. Fee is $40. Registration required. For info, visit osyfs.org. Fashion and the First Ladies: 1 to 3 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Explores the clothing and accessories worn by America's first ladies and their influence on fashion. For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Plant the Seed Learning Series: Intro to String Bracelet Making: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 8 to 12. Participants will learn simple knotting techniques and create Candy Stripe and Chevron friendship bracelets. No experience necessary. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Unearth a Story: 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features fossil-themed stories and activities presented by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection for rising kindergarten through fourth-grade students. Sponsored by the Clinton Land Conservation Trust. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Open Mic Night: 5:30 p.m. Henry on Main, 10 W. Main St., Clinton. Features poetry readings hosted by Clinton Poet Laureate Bethany Howard. Participants may read their own work or attend as audience members. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Cheers with the Chamber: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Vicki G. Duffy Pavilion, 155 College St., Old Saybrook. Hosted by the Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce. Fea-

tures wine, beer, hors d'oeuvres, and networking for chamber members, nonmembers, community leaders, and local businesses. For info, email irene@oldsaybrookchamber.com or visit goschamber.com. Pick Your Project Glass Class: 6 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com. Tuesday Trivia: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Teams compete in a Jeopardy-style trivia contest. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Make-Your-Own-Sundae Event: 6 to 8 p.m. St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1382 Middletown Ave., Northford. Features ice cream sundaes with a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday. Cost: $5 per sundae. For info, call 203-710-7005.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 AND THURSDAY, JULY 16

Chautauqua Series: Red Diaper Baby: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Part of the Clinton Human Rights Committee's Fifth Needlepoint 101: 2 to 3 p.m. Westbrook Annual Chautauqua Series. Features Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. author and historian Peggy Adler disIntended for ages 8 to 14. Two-part class. Participants must attend the Wednesday, cussing her family's experience during the July 15, session. Features instruction in the McCarthy era and the U.S. Supreme Court basics of needlepoint and completion of a case Adler v. Board of Education of the project. Space is limited. For info or to reg- City of New York. Musical guest Mike Corcoran and storyteller Jennifer Munro. ister (required), call 860-399-6422 or visit Refreshments will be served. For info or to westbrooklibrary.org. register (recommended), call 860-6692342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 Boys Group: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. For boys entering grades 7 and 8. Includes off-site trips and activities. $60. Registration required. For info, email adam.stahr@oldsaybrookct.gov. What Do You Know About Rocks?: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Photo courtesy of Beth Christensen For grades 1 to 6. Presented by the New Billy Novick, left, and Guy Van Duser will open the 2026 Art of the Guitar concert series Haven Rock and Mineral Club. Features Sept. 19 at the Chester Meeting House rock and mineral specimens and information on identifying them. Registration recommended. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Fingerstyle guitarist Guy Van Duser and clarinetist Billy Novick will open the 2026 Art of the Guitar concert series Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Chester Meeting House. Van Duser, who performed a fingerstyle arrangement of John Philip Sousa’s “The Stars and Stripes Forever” during the 1976 Bicentennial, recently released a video pairing new footage with a live audio recording of that original performance. The arrangement first appeared on his 1977 album, Finger Style Guitar Solos. Van Duser and Novick have performed Continued from page 24 Virtual Author Talk with Karin Slaughter: 7 p.m. Online. Books: We Are All Guilty Here and The Secrets We Hide. Features a discussion with author Karin Slaughter about her North Falls series. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

All About Axolotls: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Features a presentation on axolotls, including their history, care, and characteristics. Participants will have an opportunity to see a live axolotl from the Amphibian and Reptile Center. Recommended for ages 5 and older. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Teen and Tween Pizza Scene: 1 to 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features pizza, games, and activities for rising fifth- through 12th-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860Imagination Station: 3:15 to 4 p.m. Henry 669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth TurnThe Hidden Cost of the American together for 50 years, appearing in con- pike, Clinton. Features open-ended arts certs, clubs, and festivals throughout and crafts activities for rising kindergarten Dream and Healing Through Storytelling with Reyna Grande: 2 p.m. North America and Europe. They are also through fourth-grade students. RegistraOnline. Author Reyna Grande discusses longtime favorites on A Prairie Home tion required. For info or to register, call her memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Companion. 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Things I Can’t Forget. Registration required. Presented by AcousticMusic.org and For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 sponsored by Wyeth Architects, the Art of The Magic of Jeff Horton: 5:30 p.m. the Guitar series also includes Frank Vig- Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., or visit youressexlibrary.org. nola and Vinny Raniolo on Oct. 17, fol- Chester. Features a family magic show by lowed by Kaki King on Dec. 5. Community Baby Shower: 2 to 6 p.m. Jeff Horton. Free. For info or to register Concerts take place at the Chester (required), contact 860-526-0018 or Dixwell Community House (Q House), Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., Chester. library@chesterct.org. Room 112, 197 Dixwell Ave., New Haven. Tickets are $35 per performance, with a For expectant families and new parents limited number of season passes available living in Hamden, New Haven, MiddleFamily Paint Night: 6 p.m. Acton Public for $90. town, Meriden, Old Saybrook, and surLibrary, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Sayrounding communities. Features informabrook. Led by YA Librarian Brian Story. Paint supplies and light refreshments pro- tion and resources from community providers, giveaways, door prizes, a car vided. Free. For info or to register seat safety clinic, and more. Hosted by Small Towns and Big Secrets with Karin (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit Wheeler, SEPI-CT, and Dixwell Community actonlibrary.org. Slaughter: 7 p.m. Online. Author Karin House. Free. For info, visit sepict.org. Slaughter discusses her North Falls series, Arlington National Cemetery: A Historiincluding We Are All Guilty Here and The Secrets We Hide. Registration required. For cal Overview: 6 to 8 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Braninfo or to register, call 860-767-1560 or ford. Cynthia Parzych presents the history visit youressexlibrary.org. of Arlington National Cemetery and its monuments. For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit See page 26 northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Guitar Duo to Open Chester’s Art of the Guitar Series Press Release from AcousticMusic.Org

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26 Continued from page 25 Tinker and Take-It-Apart: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Hands-on engineering and problem-solving activities for ages 5 to 11. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Under Our Feet: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For incoming grades K to 5. Learn about soil layers and soil health, then make dirt pudding cups. Recipe contains dairy and gluten. For info or to register (required), call 203-3156020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Summer Nights @ APL: BubbleMania with Casey Carle: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a family program exploring giant bubbles, bubble art, and bubble science. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Rock Painting: 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. For teens. Participants will paint flat river rocks to decorate and take home. Supplies provided. For info or to register (required), call 860-3996422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org. Shoreline Sailing Club Event: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and older. Features a celebration of SAIL250 Boston and information on sailing, boating, kayaking, hiking, and other club activities. Guests welcome. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com. Outdoor Summer Concert Series: The Subliminals: 7 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features The Subliminals, a southeastern Connecticut jazz and groove ensemble performing instrumental music inspired by Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, and Roy Hargrove. Seating is available on the library patio; attendees may also bring their own chairs. Rain location: Meeting Room. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 17 Xen's Critters: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. All ages welcome. Features Beth from Xen's Critters with a bunny, guinea pig, turtle, chinchilla, hedgehog, and snake. Participants will have the opportunity to meet the animals and ask questions. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com. Cool-ology: 3 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features STEM experiments focused on American inventors for rising firstthrough fifth-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

JULY 9, 2026 • THE SOUND • LIVING Food Group: The Good Egg: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 4 to 12. Features a reading of The Good Egg by Jory John followed by a snack-making activity inspired by the book. Children ages 4 to 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. For info, including allergen information, or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. The Other Side of Rio: 5 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Annual scholarship fundraiser celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Brazilian and American Youth Cultural Exchange (BRAYCE). Features presentations by BRAYCE students from Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian music, appetizers, drinks, and live and silent auctions. Proceeds benefit BRAYCE scholarships and cultural exchange programs. For info or tickets, visit brayce.org. Tweens Magic: The Gathering: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Features instruction and game play for the trading card game. Recommended for ages 9 and older. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Opening Night for A Midsummer Night’s Dream: 7:30 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Madison Lyric Stage, led by Marc Deaton. Duration: Two hours with one intermission. Suitable for all audiences. The show runs through Sunday, July 26. Other showtimes available. For info and tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 17 THROUGH SUNDAY, JULY 19 Guilford Art Center Craft Expo: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guilford Green, 33 Whitfield St. Outdoor show featuring more than 170 artists, food vendors, live music, and family activities. Admission: $11 adults; $10 seniors; free for ages 16 and under, members, and active military. For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

How-To: Needle Felting: 9 a.m. to noon. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Carole Pleines leads an introduction to needle felting. Materials fee: $10. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Flintknapping and Atlatl Demonstration: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features demonstrations of Native American flintknapping techniques and atlatl throwing. Participants may try throwing a reproduction atlatl. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events. Salt Shaker Bouquets: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. For adults 18 and older. Participants will create flower bouquets using salt shakers and buttons. For info or to register (required), call 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org. Historic Downtown Walking Tour: 11 a.m. Allis-Bushnell House, 853 Boston Post Rd, Madison. Guided walking tour of Madison's historic downtown presented by the Madison Historical Society. Space is limited to 10 participants. Advance ticket purchase required; no walk-ins accepted. For info or tickets, visit madisonhistory.org/events. Summer Market and Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd, Madison. Features artists, creative vendors, and the A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years exhibit. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. Free. For info, call 203245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. "A Dash of Nutmeggery in the Revolutionary War" featuring Tom Callinan: 1 to 2 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. For adults 18 and older. Features songs from the 1700s and stories about Connecticut during the Revolutionary War. For info or to register (required), call 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org. Pokémon Club: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features Pokémon card games, activities, and trading. Cards will be available for use during the program. For children ages 6 to 11. Free. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

79th Annual Guilford Art League Art Exhibit: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guilford Green, 122 Broad Street. Features original artwork by members of the Guilford Art League displayed outdoors on the Guilford Green. Held in conjunction with Shakey: An Evening with Neil Young… Almost: 2 to the Guilford Art Center Craft Expo. Free. For info, visit 4 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., guilfordartleague.org. Branford. Features musician Briz performing a Neil Young tribute show, with narratives about the songs and the artist's career. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone SATURDAY, JULY 18 Library. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203Boat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to 488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLA- Open Dance Party: 7 to 10 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom approved boating safety course. Cost: $65 prepaid by Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford. Features a Thursday before class; $70 day of class; $75 walk-in, group dance lesson with Karen Pfrommer from 7 to space permitting. For info or to register, contact Mark 7:30 p.m., followed by ballroom dancing. Admission: $20. Bennett at 860-304-2696 or m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net Light refreshments will be served. For info, contact 203208-0017 or info@timetodanceballroom.com. See page 27

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Photo courtesy of Beverly Schirmeier

Early Morning Quiet Cove, a pastel by Beverly Schirmeier, is among the works featured in her July exhibition at Friends & Company Restaurant.

Photo courtesy of Beverly Schirmeier

Splish Splash Rocking and Rolling, a pastel by Beverly Schirmeier, will be on display during her solo exhibition at Friends & Company Restaurant in Madison.

Beverly Schirmeier Solo Show Opens at Friends & Company Press Release from Beverly Schirmeier

Westbrook artist Beverly Schirmeier’s oil and pastel paintings will be featured in a solo exhibition at Friends & Company Restaurant from June 30 through Aug. 2. The restaurant is located at 11 Boston Post Road in Madison. Schirmeier’s paintings will be displayed throughout the

restaurant during the exhibition. Schirmeier draws inspiration from the color and light of the Lyme Impressionists in both her oil paintings and pastels. She enjoys capturing the luminosity of light and its effect on the landscape. She paints en plein air during the warmer months and creates still lifes in the winter. Her artwork has been exhibited in gal-

leries, public buildings, collaborative exhibitions, and solo shows. Her work is included in numerous private collections and is regularly featured in regional art exhibitions along the shoreline. Schirmeier is an elected artist member of the Lyme Art Association, Guilford Art League, Essex Art Association, Academic Artists Association, Madison Art Society,

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Outdoor Fun: Grades 3 and 4: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Outdoor program featuring park exploration, trail activities, games, and more. Registration required. For info, visit osyfs.org.

Escape Alive Self-Defense Class: 1 to 5 p.m. Old Saybrook Parks and Recreation Gymnasium, 308 Main St. Free self-defense training for women and girls ages 12 and older. Presented by Jane Doe No More in partnership with East Coast Training Systems and hosted by Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-729-0245 or visit janedoenomore.org. Shoreline Jazz Quartet: Celebrating the Music of Thelonious Monk and Bill Evans: 2 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Features a performance by the Shoreline Jazz Quartet celebrating the music of Thelonious Monk and Bill Evans. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

Art with Kristin: 4 to 5:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Participants will create a Statue of Liberty drawing. For rising second- through sixth-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 21 Junior Strings: 9 to 10 a.m. Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program for students entering grades 3 to 4 introducing string instruments and basic music skills. Fee is $40. Registration required. For info, visit osyfs.org.

and Clinton Art Society. She is a signature member of the Connecticut Pastel Society and is a former president of the Madison Art Society, where she served for 12 years. She also previously served as secretary, vice president, and president of the Lyme Art Association, as well as chair of its Artist Policy and Procedures Committee.

Historical Fiction Book Club: 2 to 3 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. For adults 18 and older. Book: The Doll Factory by Elizabeth Macneal. Copies are available for pickup at the circulation desk. For info or to register, call 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org. Tapping Into the Past: Tavern Life in Early Connecticut: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Presented by the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Explores the role of taverns in early Connecticut communities. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

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Boys Group: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. For boys entering grades 7 and 8. Includes off-site trips and activities. $60. Registration required. For info, email Pick Your Project Glass Class: 2 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 adam.stahr@oldsaybrookct.gov. Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverSee page 28 FireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com.

28 Continued from page 27 The Importance of Connecticut to the Revolution: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Storyteller and journalist Mike Allen discusses key people and events in Connecticut during the American Revolution. Registration suggested. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

JULY 9, 2026 • THE SOUND • LIVING Comic and Graphic Novel Workshop: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. For ages 8 and older. Local artist and writer Adam Wallenta, creator of Punk Taco, will demonstrate comic and graphic novel creation, including character design and printing options. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Book Bedazzling: 5:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. For ages 11 through adult. Participants will decorate a book cover with gems. Bring a book to embellish. Hosted by Shell & Bee. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Historic Downtown Walking Tour: 11 a.m. Allis-Bushnell House, 853 Boston Post Rd, Madison. Guided walking tour of Madison's historic downtown presented by the Madison Historical Society. Space is limited to 10 participants. Advance ticket purchase required; no walk-ins accepted. For info or tickets, visit madisonhistory.org/events.

Hamilton Karaoke: America 250 Event: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a singalong of songs from Hamilton. Light refreshments provided. Hosted by Brian Story. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Furbearers of Connecticut: 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist Julie Shaw discusses Connecticut wildlife and presents animal pelts. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Chautauqua Series: Witchcraft in Colonial America: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Part of the Clinton Human Rights Committee's Fifth Annual Chautauqua Series. Features Dr. Rebecca Tannenbaum, senior lecturer in history at Yale University, discussing witchcraft accusations and trials in colonial Connecticut and New England. Musical guest Allison Farrell and poet Bethany Howard. Refreshments will be served. For info or to register (recommended), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Teen Crafternoon: Mending Workshop: 3 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Participants will learn basic sewing and clothing repair techniques. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

The Turtle: David Bushnell’s Revolutionary Vessel: 7 p.m. Westbrook Town Hall, 866 Boston Post Rd. Features a presentation by Frederick J. Frese and Roy R. Manstan on David Bushnell’s submarine, the Turtle. Frese and Manstan built, launched, and tested a full-size working replica of the vessel and are co-authors of Turtle: David Bushnell’s Revolutionary Vessel. A question-andanswer session will follow at the Turtle model displayed in Town Hall. Hosted by the Westbrook Historical Society. For info, contact 860-399-7473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. Guilford Job Network: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Hosted by St. George Catholic Church. Features guest speakers. Open to all job seekers. For info or to receive the Zoom meeting link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aol.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 23 Thrifting Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. to noon. Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program for students entering grades 7 to 12 exploring local thrift shops and cafes. Registration required. For info, contact 860-510-5050 or jessica.wood@oldsaybrookct.gov, or visit osyfs.org. Painting With Carol: 10 to 11 a.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features stepby-step painting instruction for rising fourth- through seventh-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

The Wonders and Perils of Bird Migration: 4:30 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Craig Repasz discusses bird migration, including migration routes, behaviors, challenges faced by migratory birds, and the importance of stopover sites. Repasz is co-chair of Lights Out Connecticut and president of the Friends of Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge. Hosted by the Westbrook Garden Club. For info, email westbrookgardenclubct@yahoo.com. Wand Workshop: 5:15 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. Intended for ages 6 to 13. Features Rachel from The Replanted Witch leading participants in creating a crystal-tipped wand and demonstrating basic wand movements. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org.

For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Craft and Board Game Night: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features crafts and board games for all ages. For info or to register, email SMehmet@clintonct.gov. Pick Your Project Glass Class: 6 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com. Replanted Witch: Awakening the Stones: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. For teens. Features an exploration of crystals and chakras led by The Replanted Witch. Participants will create a crystal chip-infused rollerball to take home. For info or to register (required), call 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org. Take a Vet Fishing Benefit Concert: 6 to 8 p.m. Stony Creek Congregational Church, 192 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Features performances by Take Two and Call Me in the Morning. Bring a lawn chair or beach chair for seating on the front lawn. Donations welcome. For info, contact 203-488-7827 or office@stonycreekchurchct.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 25 How-To: Quilling: 9 a.m. to noon. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Features instruction in the art of paper quilling. Materials fee: $5. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Wings N' Strings Country Bluegrass Festival: 3 to 8 p.m. Guilford Town Green, Guilford. Features live music by The Skunks, The Rock Hearts, Phil Rosenthal, and Hazzard County, along with food vendors, a beer garden, and family activities. Admission is free. Rain date is July 26. For info, visit guilfordparkrec.com.

Essex Village Walking Tour: 5 p.m. Foot of Main Street, in front of the Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St. Features a guided walking tour led by EHS guide Brien Summer Nights @ APL: Playful Engineers: Chain Reac- Riedell exploring the maritime history of 18th-century Potapaug, Essex's working waterfront, shipbuilding tions and Creative Contraptions: 5:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Fea- prominence, and development as a visitor destination. Suggested donation: $10 per person. Free for active tures a hands-on workshop where participants build Essex Historical Society members. For info or to register, Rube Goldberg-style contraptions. Sponsored by the call 860-767-0681 or visit essexhistory.org. Friends of Acton Library. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. 250th Celebration Summer Community Picnic and Fundraiser: 5 to 8:30 p.m. The Congregational Church in Summer Movie Nite: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Killingworth Killingworth, 273 Route 81. Celebrates America's 250th Library, 274 Route 81. Features family movie screenings with popcorn. Registration required. For info or to regis- anniversary with a barbecue dinner, live bluegrass and Americana music by Matthew Holmes, lawn games, and ter, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. family activities. Benefits the church's ministries and outreach programs. Rain date: Sunday, July 26. Tickets: A Career in Movies with Storyboard Artist Brick Mason: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, $25 adults, $15 children, $75 family of four. Reservations 758 Main St., Branford. Features a discussion on working encouraged. For info or tickets, contact 860-663-1789 or office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit killingin the film industry with storyboard artist Brick Mason, worthchurch.org. including storyboard samples and a video presentation comparing original storyboards with finished films. Free.

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Spectrum Gallery to Open ‘Birds & Beasts’ Exhibition Press Release from Spectrum Art Gallery

Spectrum Art Gallery will open Birds & Beasts, a seven-week exhibition celebrating the beauty and diversity of the animal kingdom, with an opening reception from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 17. The exhibition features paintings, photography, and sculpture inspired by birds, wildlife, and the natural world. Artists explore creatures large and small through realistic, symbolic, imaginative, and sculptural interpretations. Birds & Beasts will remain on view through Saturday, Sept. 5. Visitors to Spectrum’s Artisans Store can also browse pottery, glass, home décor, children’s toys, jewelry, and other handcrafted items created by regional artists. Spectrum Art Gallery is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook. Gallery hours are noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrum artgallery.org.

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Allison Maltese's fine art photograph Feeding Goldfinch is among the works featured in Birds & Beasts at Spectrum Art Gallery.

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SUNDAY, JULY 26 Car Wash Fundraiser for Eagle Scout Project: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Palumbo’s, 1099A Boston Post Road, Guilford. Benefits Austin LaFata’s Eagle Scout project to create a picnic area at the North Guilford Firehouse. For info or to volunteer, visit bit.ly/3OYY8dt.

Tea and Talk: 2 p.m. Lillian's Pergola, behind Pa's Place, 514 Whitfield St., Guilford. Seniors are invited for conversation and socializing with Shoreline Village CT members. In the event of rain, the gathering will be held inside Pa's Place. For info, call George at 203-747-5939 or email info@ShorelineVillageCT.org.

Ranger Russ’s Animal Friends: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features an educational live-animal program presented by Meigs Stamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Point Nature Center for rising kindergarten through YMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored sixth-grade students. Registration required. For info or to by the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. nhps1914.com.

MONDAY, JULY 27 THROUGH FRIDAY, JULY 31 Girls Enrichment Program: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 56 High St., Deep River. Presented by Tri-Town Youth Services. Program focused on friendships, leadership, and identity, with daily visits from guest speakers sharing their professions or special talents. For girls entering grades 5 through 8. For info or to register, visit ttysb.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 28 Junior Strings: 9 to 10 a.m. Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program for students entering grades 3 to 4 introducing string instruments and basic music skills. Fee is $40. Registration required. For info, visit osyfs.org.

Crochet and Knitting Club: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. For adults 18 and older. Participants may bring a project or learn to crochet. All skill levels are welcome. For info or to register (required), call 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org.

ONGOING EVENTS Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers' Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketmanager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleyfarm.com.

Photo courtesy of Spectrum Art Gallery

Barbara Urquhart's stained-glass panel Golden Eagle.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticut-made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org Old Saybrook Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features Connecticut-grown and Connecticut-made products from local farmers, food producers, and artisans. For info, visit the Old Saybrook Farmers Market on Facebook. Stony Creek Farmers’ Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Stony Creek. Features a weekly market with local produce, baked goods, seafood, meats, crafts, live music, and family activities. For info, call 203-988-9335 or email shreichert@gmail.com, or visit scfarmersmarket.org.

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