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North Branford Exploring Tax Relief for Seniors By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer

Minutes from a North Branford Town Council meeting show the town has begun investigating tax relief options for senior residents. The council is expected to hear an update on the matter at a future meeting. Minutes from the Aug. 18 council meeting

state that “Town Manager [Dr. Scott Nicol] and [Assessor] Dave Ambrose will be collaborating on various options related to tax relief for seniors. Additional information will be provided in the future.” The next council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Nicol said he did not have further updates on the matter at press time.

The announcement that the town would look into senior tax relief options followed a discussion about a letter the council received from a resident asking the town to consider a tax freeze program. A letter from resident Bill Savastano, included in the meeting minutes and See North Branford Exploring page 11

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Crisci Double Dog Dares Democrats By Paul Crisci

am going to start with a sentence that will probably get me a few phone calls from my own side of the aisle. Ready? Here it is: I like Democrats. There, I said it. You know what else? I like independents. I like unaffiliated voters, not just Republicans. For the most part, I like just about everybody, and I care about everyone in Branford. I do not sort people by the letter next to their name on a voter list. I sort them by the character of who they are, which I think is something we have all lost, and I hope that you will consider when it comes to me this election. The people I am talking about are the ones teaching my grandson how to kick a soccer ball and the ones who work in this town every day. They are not the enemy of anything. Politics has always been rough, complicated, and at times flat-out dirty. That is not new. What is new, over the last eight or ten years, is that it stopped being about ideas and started reaching into the soul of neighborhoods and families. People stopped talking at Thanksgiving. Friendships of thirty years went quiet. We have turned ourselves into the Hatfields and the McCoys, except at least they could tell you what started it. To many,

the easy target is Donald Trump. But if we are being honest, this runs deeper than one man and has been simmering for decades. And if we are being really honest, the algorithm on your phone and the designer news we each pick have been pulling us apart on purpose. That is not a conspiracy theory. That is a fact. No two people get the same feed. Yours is built from your frustrations and mine from mine. We are not being shown the same country. When somebody tries to reach across the aisle, the far left or the far right shows up within ten minutes to spin it. The hand gets slapped down by the people who benefit most from the fight. Anger is easy to raise money on. Agreement is not. The problem underneath all of it is not policy. It is communication, and we stopped doing it. So, I am going to fix it the only way I know how, by putting pizza on a table and seeing who sits down. I am Paul Crisci, running for State Representative in the 102nd District. I am a moderate Republican with no interest in yelling at anybody. What I have is an olive branch. On Wednesday, September

23rd, from 6 to 8 p.m., I will be at NEBCO in Branford for two hours of Pizza with Paul. I am buying. Here is the part that makes it a dare.

Tell them to come. Every one of you who walks in feeds somebody in Branford who needs it and helps our furry friends at Cosgrove. The ground rules are short.

This one is for Democrats, unaffiliated voters, and independents. Republicans, please do not be offended, and please do not come. I appreciate you, I want your vote, and I will earn your trust on a separate night just for you. But if both crowds show up, the room turns into an argument instead of a conversation, and nobody learns a thing. This is not a vent session. It is about letting the other side see that I am human, that I am knowledgeable, and that I care about the greater good of Branford, not the politics of Washington.

To keep this fair, you have to be able to prove you are a Branford resident. Do not worry about it. We will have a voter registration list right there, and we will cross your name off the same way they do when you go to vote. Check in, grab a slice, and sit down.

This is not about Washington. If you want to spend two hours telling me how you feel about the President, I understand the impulse, but it will not help one family here. This is about Branford. Taxes. Overdevelopment. Who is deciding how this town grows? Our schools, our seniors, and our veterans. Our For every registered young people who finish Democrat, independent, or school and leave because they unaffiliated voter who comes and talks Branford with me, I cannot afford to stay. And affordability, which every will donate 25 dollars to the family in this town feels every Branford Community Dining month. Some of that runs Room and another 25 to the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter. through Hartford, but the Show up, have a slice, and tell subject of the evening is this town. me what you love about Branford and where you think And to my opponent. a representative can help Representative Robin Comey, improve it. come sit down next to me and let the town ask questions of And bring your friends. Too both of us. This is not a many people have stopped paying attention and just vote debate. It is a town hall, and if for the line they always have. you show up, your party asks

all the questions. Every one of them. The voters hear two opposing views side by side and decide for themselves. I believe we both owe them that. The donation stands whether you come or not. You do not have to agree with me. You just have to show up. I will listen more than I talk, which anyone who knows me will tell you does not come easy. If I am elected, I intend to work with every leader who touches this town, Democrat and Republican alike. I have no special agenda. I am not here to serve half of Branford, or a special interest, or a party line. I am here to serve all of it. Running for office is not a war. It is a job interview. My job is to be a servant leader to the people who hire me, and to the ones who do not. And if nobody comes? Fine. The pizza goes to the Branford Police and Fire Departments. But I would much rather write two large checks and shake a hundred hands. So consider yourself dared. Double dog dared. Do not let Washington or a party label stop us from doing what is best for where we live. I will be the one by the pizza. Come find me.

Wednesday, September 23rd | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm NEBCO | 5 Indian Neck Ave, Branford, CT Come meet Paul Crisci, candidate for 102nd District State Representative, in a town hall open forum. No question is off limits. Voters, non-voters, Republican, Democrat, Independent, it does not matter. Enjoy Pizza with Paul and let your voice be heard! I look forward to seeing you there. Paid for by Paul Crisci for Branford, Mann Hasen, Treasurer. Approved by Paul Crisci.

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to Letters the Editor A Dedicated Advocate I’m more convinced than ever that Robin Comey is the voice we need in Hartford as state representative for Branford’s 102nd District. Recently, I received a mailer from Paul Crisci, who is also running for state representative. I was struck that his platform centers on something called “Project 1829.” My first thought was that the last thing Branford needs is another Republican “Project” that echoes Project 2025, President Trump’s controversial policy agenda. What we do need is a real focus on the local economic challenges facing families. With prices rising and grocery bills putting increasing pressure on household budgets, I believe Robin Comey is the best choice to represent Branford. Over the past year, with Robin’s support, the state passed Universal Breakfast for all Connecticut public school students, a policy that recognizes that food

costs are a burden not only for lowincome families, but for all of us. As a small business owner and the parent of a college student, Robin understands firsthand the financial pressures many Branford residents are facing. After passing a middle-class state income tax cut, Robin and the Democratic caucus have also prioritized costof-living measures, including sales tax reductions on everyday items. Additionally, as vice chair of the Human Services Committee, Robin has worked hand in hand with state leaders to mitigate the negative impacts of the federal budget on Branford residents. Sending Robin back to Hartford will ensure that Branford families continue to have a strong voice and a dedicated advocate fighting for our needs. Cristina Cantu Branford

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Consider the Trade Off In 2017, Short Beach was added to the National Register of Historic Places. You cannot carve pieces from such a place without dismantling the whole. A proposal at 40 Midwood Road would begin exactly that. The property holds Kidds Cave, an ancient granite ledge with a chamber large enough for an adult to enter. Local lore ties the spot to the pirate Captain

William Kidd, alongside Money Island in the Thimbles, Charles Island in Milford, and Gardiner’s Island among his rumored hiding places. This granite has been here for thousands of years, long before European settlement. The plan is to blast it out and put up three houses with driveways. Consider the trade-off: See Letters page 6

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Richard Nocereto North Branford Richard Nocereto, 72, of North Branford, passed away peacefully Aug. 26, 2026. Born in West Haven Dec. 2, 1953, he was a lifelong Connecticut resident. Richard was a dedicated employee of Sikorsky Aircraft, where he proudly worked for 34 years. Before settling down and starting a family, Richard spent his 20s traveling across the country as a member of a band, creating memories and expe-

riences that stayed with him throughout his life. He leaves behind his partner, Kathy Miceli; his sons, Michael Nocereto (Shelly) and Stephen Nocereto (Ryann); his grandchildren, Leigha, Brooke, Leo, and Jack; and his siblings, Gale and Doreen. A private celebration of his life will be held by his family at a later date. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St., Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

to Letters the Editor Continued from page 5 centuries of stone and a genuine piece of local legend, gone, for more impervious surface. The flooding alone should stop it. Anyone near the marsh that borders Midwood, Kidds Cave Road, and Granite Bay knows this ground already floods. In heavy storms, the sewers back up, pop their covers, and push water onto homes along Kidds Cave Road and the low ends of Midwood, Shore Drive, and Stone Street. Natural ground absorbs rain and slows it; roofs and pavement do not. Replacing nature sends water straight

to the road and the neighbors. Connecticut’s planning calls for up to 20 inches of sea-level rise in the Sound by 2050, and Branford’s Coastal Resilience Plan carries it past 2080. We would be building more flooding into a place already fighting it. The Inland Wetlands Commission hears this Thursday, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. on Zoom, with sign-up through the town. If you care about Short Beach’s history, its flooding, or its residents, please attend. Thank you. Ken Engelman Branford

Kudos to the Friends Kudos to the Friends of the James Blackstone Memorial Library, who are holding their annual Fall Book Sale at a new location this year. The Friends have held their book sale on the Branford Green since its formation in the 1980s. This year, the location had to change due to Main Street construction. The Friends have worked tirelessly to plan, reorganize, and pivot, collaborating with town and state leadership to secure the Branford Train Station as the new location. With numerous challenges to overcome, the all-volunteer Friends have spent many hours making the new loca-

tion work for all. I hope everyone stops by Sept. 17-20 to check out the items the Friends will have for sale—books, movies, books on CD, puzzles, and more—and to congratulate them on reimagining the book sale to fit this alternate space. The annual book sale is the Friends’ largest fundraising event of the year. Proceeds from Friends activities help provide funds for programs for all ages, furniture and tech, and collections including Friends Quick Picks, lawn games, and 3D printers. They also help See Letters page 8

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to Letters the Editor Continued from page 6 support our Summer Learning program, discounted museum passes, and streaming services, which offer e-books, audiobooks, TV shows and movies. The Friends are volunteer-led, with individuals dedicating many hours throughout the year to sorting books, processing online orders, transporting books for in-person sales, and more. Their efforts are appreciated by the

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North Branford Exploring Tax Relief for Seniors Continued from page 1 addressed to Councilor Vincent Mase, asked the council to at least consider a tax freeze for senior citizens who are 75 and older and have lived in their homes for 20 years or more. “We all know the cost of living these days—I would argue that seniors share an even bigger burden in several ways,” the letter stated in part. Mase noted during the meeting that he had researched a potential freeze three years ago, when the council was considering additional ways to increase tax relief for seniors. Senior tax freezes are not uncommon, with area towns including North Haven and Madison having considered the topic in the past decade. Typically, tax freezes allow qualifying seniors to apply for a freeze on their property taxes that caps their annual tax bill, generally at the amount due when their application is accepted. Seniors must meet certain age, income, property valuation, and residency requirements established by the town to be eligible for such a program.

Towns that adopt the programs point to the relatively low cost of municipal services for seniors and the length of time seniors have contributed to town revenues. Revenue lost through a tax freeze is made up by other taxpayers. North Branford currently offers state and local programs that provide some property tax relief to qualifying senior citizens age 65 and older and homeowners who are totally disabled. [Confirm whether veteran status independently qualifies a homeowner for this program.] The state program is available to an unmarried person making less than $46,300 and a married couple making less than $56,500. The program offers those who qualify between $150 and $1,000 in property tax relief. The local program raises the income limits to $60,000 for an unmarried person and $70,000 for a married couple. Those who meet the local criteria receive a $700 tax credit. Those who qualify for the programs can apply with the town between February and May each year.

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Branford Rotary Club Welcomes New Members The Branford Rotary Club, a volunteer group of local men and women from all professions, ages, and backgrounds, is looking for new members. Rotary members give their time and expertise to improve lives in Branford, across the shoreline, and around the world as part of their mission of “Service Above Self.” The club raises funds from events and sponsorships throughout the year and donates the funds and the time to help others and protect the environment. The Branford Rotary meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 a.m. at The Parthenon Diner, 374 East Main Street, Branford, and on the third Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at The Home Restaurant, 1114 Main Street, Branford. For more information or to join the Branford Rotary, email info@branfordrotary.org or visit branfordrotary.org.

BHCare Clothing Bank Seeks Clothes and Volunteers The BHCare Clothing Bank, 30 Harrison Avenue, Branford, needs volunteers willing to work two to three hours a week to help with a spike in new clients. In addition, the clothing bank is in need of gently used clean clothing for people of all ages, especially children’s clothing from birth to 18 years. For more information, call 203-483-2643.

Branford Announces School Meal Program Branford Public Schools has announced its 2026-27 policy for determining eligibility for free and reduced-price meals through the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs and free milk through the Special Milk Program. Eligibility is based on U.S. Department of Agriculture income guidelines for household size and income. Applications are available through ParentSquare and may be returned to the Branford Board of Education, 185 Damascus Road, Branford; additional copies are available at the Board of Education and individual schools. Only one application is required per household, and applications may be submitted throughout the school year. Some students may be directly certified based on participation in qualifying assistance programs and may not need to submit an application. For more information about the application process, call 203-315-7806.

NOTICE OF DECISION Notice is given of the following decisions made by the Town of Branford’s Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission at the Regular Meeting held on Thursday August 27, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. The following application was approved with conditions: a) IW-26-31 | 26 North Main St, Unit 7 | manufactured home The following application was approved with conditions administratively by a Duly Authorized Agent in August: a) IW-26-33 | 155 Ivy St, Unit 9 | manufactured home Peter Bassermann, Chairman

Matt Fleming: Giving Back Continued from page 2 looking for a way to give back locally. The firm’s managing director had previously served as treasurer of the Branford Community Foundation board, providing a connection to the organization. Matt, who had previous experience planning golf events with other local groups, spearheaded the effort to organize a charity tournament benefiting the foundation. “We were trying to figure out if there was a fun way to bring the community together and give back through the Community Foundation,” he says. “So, we decided to put together a charity golf event.” The inaugural tournament in 2024 raised $26,000. Last year’s event raised $36,000, and organizers hope to increase that total again this year. The third annual tournament will be held Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Pine Orchard Yacht and Country Club, 2 Club Parkway, Branford. The event will include dinner, raffles, and a silent auction. Thimble Island Private Wealth is the presenting sponsor, and local businesses are also supporting the tournament. “A lot of people contribute to supporting the BCF as a whole,” Matt says. His work on the tournament eventually led to a larger role with the organization. “The BCF does a lot of great work within Branford and some surrounding towns, providing scholarships to students and always looking for ways to help organizations grow,” Matt says. “Because of my involvement with the tournament over the years, I was asked in July to join the board

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 September 17, 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-26-39 Planned Development District Master Plan/Map Amendment to build a wholesale club with a gas station, and commercial uses for a sit-down restaurant and two fast food restaurants with drive-through lanes and a commercial building Located at 569 & 573 East Main Street. Luke Mauro- Applicant. 595 Corporate Circle-Owner of 569 East Main Street. NF & W Cooke Limited Partnership-Owner of 573 East Main Street At said hearing 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 and on the Town’s website: https://branfordct.portal.opengov.com/records/506153. Written communications may be sent to the above address or to: PlanningandZoning@branford-ct.gov. BRANFORD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION C. ANDRES, CHAIRPERSON

for BCF, and that is how I became involved.” Founded in 1980, the Branford Community Foundation maintains and administers charitable funds that support grants, scholarships, awards, and community investments. As a board member, Matt is now getting involved beyond the fundraiser that first connected him with the foundation. He says the organization is also working on new funds geared toward young people, including support for athletic or school equipment. “Any donation, no matter how small, makes a difference,” Matt says. “Any contribution is helpful and appreciated.” For Matt, community involvement isn’t limited to Branford. He also volunteers with the North Branford Economic Development Commission, giving him opportunities to contribute in both the community where he lives and the one where he works. His two children are also part of why that involvement matters to him. “I have two kids, and so being involved in giving back to the community is important to me,” Matt says. “It is building a sense of and strengthening the community, which is a big part of who I am — giving back to the communities I live and work in and leaving them a better place than when I entered them.” Tickets for the Sept. 29 golf tournament are $100 and are available through the Branford Community Foundation. For more information about the tournament, the foundation’s programs, or opportunities to donate, visit BranfordCommunity Foundation.org.

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF BRANFORD BRANFORD, CONNECTICUT 06405 LEGAL NOTICE The Branford Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Tuesday September 15, 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. NEW BUSINESS: ZBA 26-21 Attorney Timothy Lee-Applicant Paul S. Greenbaum- Owner 13 Fenway Road (E11-D11-004-00007 R3) Var. Sec. 3.4.A to allow a front yard setback of 29 feet where 30 feet is required. Var. Sec. 3.4.A to allow a rear yard setback of 26.3 feet where 30 feet is required. Var. Sec. 3.4.A to allow a side yard setback of 13 feet 10 inches where 15 feet is required for the renovation and expansion of the existing single family house. ZBA 26-22 James Pretti- Applicant 119 Montowese St. LLC-Owner 119 Montowese Street (E07-000-007-00001 BR) Var. Sec. 4.3.B.8 to allow a floor area ratio of 32% where 30% is required for the reduction of the lot size to create a new single family lot adjacent to the existing single family lots.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Maureen M O’Kane, AKA Maureen Mary O’Kane (26-00287) The Hon. Charles E. Tieman, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 25, 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. Rebecca Norton, Assistant Clerk

ESTATE OF John A. Calamita, Jr. (26-00018) The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 13, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Taylor Carafeno, Clerk The fiduciary is: Sandra Calamita, 36 Acom Lane, Northford, CT 06472 JAMES W SHEA, JAMES W. SHEA, LLC, 209 FOXON ROAD, NORTH BRANFORD, CT 06471

The fiduciary is: Tricia L Lougal, 25 Queach Road, Branford, CT 06405

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ESTATE OF Raymond Latini (18-00117)

Notice is hereby given that the Civic Association of Short Beach Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 14, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Union Church, 14 Pentecost St, Branford, CT, to consider the following:

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 25, 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.

Zoning Regulation changes to comply with Public Act 25-1

Rebecca Norton, Assistant Clerk

At this meeting, interested persons may be heard and written communication received. Copies of legal notice, and related information are posted on line at www.shortbeach.org and at the Branford Town Clerk’s Office and Land Use office, 1019 Main Street, Branford, CT.

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ESTATE OF Lawrence A Blake (26-00280)

Taylor Carafeno, Clerk The fiduciary is: Jeffrey H. Brewer c/o VALERlE ANN VOTTO, VALERlE ANN VOTTO LLC, 19 HALLS ROAD, PO BOX 762 SUITE 224, OLD LYME, CT 06371

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Bruce M Fazekas (26-00288) The Hon. Charles E. Tieman, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 27, 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 ofrights to recover on such claim.

Elaine Latini, 30 Miller Road, Northford, CT 06472

The Hon. Charles E. Tieman, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 26, 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: Jeanne 0. Murphy c/o MICHAEL RICHARD BRANDT, NUGENT & BRYANT, 36 STATE ST, STE 3, P.O. BOX 217, NORTH HAVEN, CT 06473

ESTATE OF Frederick J Carew Jr, AKA Frederick J Carew, AKA Fred J Carew Jr, AKA Fred J Carew, AKA Fred F Carew, AKA Fred Carew, AKA FJ Carew Jr, AKA FJ Carew (26-00292) The Hon. Charles E. Tieman, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 12, 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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Frederick J Carew III c/o AMEE JAMES LUNN, LAW OFFICE OF AMEE J. LUNN, LLC, 26 BROADWAY, NORTH HAVEN, CT 06473

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Ethel M Woolverton (26-00286) The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 27, 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. The fiduciary is:

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Evelyne H Ryan c/o THEODORE G FRETEL, ATTORNEY THEODORE G. FRETEL, 1717 FOXON RD., RTE 80, P.O. BOX 256, NORTH BRANFORD, CT 06471

ESTATE OF Alan Martindale (26-00250) The Hon. Charles E. Tieman, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated August 25, 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: Justin B Martindale c/o MICHAEL JAMES SWEENEY, SWEENEY LAW FIRM, 897 BOSTON POST RD., P.O. BOX 1370,

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The Branford Hornets took the field Sept. 3, in a tune-up scrimmage against East Lyme to prepare for the team’s season opener this week against North Haven. The Hornets looked promising in simulated action against another team, consistently finding ways to score offensively and limit East Lyme defensively. The question for the Hornets will be whether they can replicate that success during the regular season. Branford returns to the field after a successful 7-3 season last year that saw the Hornets narrowly miss the postseason. With most of their key pieces back for another run at the postseason, the players and head coach John Limone are excited to kick off the season in Week 1. Limone said the scrimmage against East Lyme showed plenty of positive signs, but the team is still far from where it wants to be at the end of the season. “We have a pretty experienced group, so we felt good about our energy and just the mechanics of doing the little things. We have a lot of work to do, and I’m always looking to improve, but there was a good attitude and good leadership from our guys,” Limone said. “We have a lot of potential. Tonight, for me, was just another step to see if we’re going to realize that potential.” Limone said a major emphasis for the team this season will be playing with more discipline in high-leverage situations. With the Hornets coming up just short of making the playoffs last year, he said the difference came down to a few plays in a couple of games that could have changed the outcome of the season. “It’s a good group. We feel good about some of our experience. We just have to continue to develop our depth. We’re kind of top-heavy,” he said. “We have talked about our toughness. We needed to be more physically and mentally tough coming into this season.” The mental and physical preparation for this season started almost immediately after the conclusion of last year. The players worked throughout the offseason and entered training camp in peak condition. They also maintained their focus despite changes to their schedule because of reno-

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The Branford football team prepares to kick off the 2026 season after finishing 7-3 and narrowly missing the postseason last year. The Hornets open Thursday, Sept. 10, on the road against North Haven at 7 p.m.

vations at the school. Branford will be led this season by key players such as multi-year starter Chris McKittrick. Limone described the senior quarterback as a leader and hard worker who is well respected by his teammates. The Hornets have a deep running back group headlined by Rhamell Fairclough. The standout back rushed for more than 1,200 yards last season with 15 touchdowns. Senior captain Luke Gagliardi also provides a talented option in the backfield

and is coming off a nearly 500-yard season with about eight touchdowns. The team will face a challenge on the offensive line, where many of the players are still young and developing. Limone said that as the Hornets advance through the season, the focus won’t be on the result of each game but instead on playing to the Branford standard. He said the Branford standard is about playing with effort, being disciplined, controlling what the players can control, and

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Members of the Deep River Horseshoe League gather during the league’s 71st season. The White Sox finished the regular season as the 2026 league champions.

Deep River Horseshoe League: White Sox Crowned 2026 League Champs By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The Deep River Horseshoe League’s 71st regular season has come to an end, and despite poor weather that shortened the final night to three games per team, there was just enough time to crown the White Sox league champions and settle all eight playoff seeds for the postseason. The White Sox entered the night with a half-game lead over the Giants, while the Braves held eighth place by one game. The White Sox used their five-point handicap to win game one. In game two, Rausch’s double in the eighth box gave the Braves a onepoint lead, but the White Sox outscored them 18-16 over the final four boxes to earn their second win. The Braves then failed to capitalize on their seven-point handicap in the final game. With the 3-0 sweep, the White Sox became the 2026 league champions, while the Braves had to await the other results to learn their playoff fate. The D’backs, meanwhile, hoped Red Sox standout Bill Beckwith’s dislike of Court No. 7 would work to their advantage. Kyle Sunderland substituted for the D’backs’ John O’Brien, but Beckwith did not let the court affect his scoring. He scored 41

points in game one to lead the Red Sox. In game two, the D’backs’ Butch Carotenuto scored 33 points and John Sciacca added 30 as their team outscored the Sox by more than 30 points to even the match. The D’backs struggled to score in the final game, and the Red Sox won the match 2-1. That single D’backs victory left them tied with the Braves, but their earlier head-tohead win put the D’backs in the playoffs and eliminated the Braves. The shortened night and threegame series, instead of the typical six, limited teams’ opportunities to shake up the standings heading into the postseason. The Cards, for example, had little room for error when they faced the Tigers. Cards standout Kris Toohey scored 42 points with 12 ringers to lead the Cards to a game-one win, then combined with Todd Nuhn for 66 points in game two to secure their second victory. Dennis Goodrich scored 37 points to lead the Tigers in the finale. Toohey finished with 72 points in his two games, while he and Nuhn combined for 137 points. Goodrich finished with 58 points. Giants player Mike Zanelli Sr. and Yankees player Dennis Allen traded the lead in game one.

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helped produce the win. Orioles player Ted Dubay dominated the final two games. His season-best 40 points, 11 ringers, and three doubles led the Orioles to their second win, and he followed with 36 points, 11 ringers, and three doubles in game three. The Orioles retained the No. 5 seed. Dubay was the night’s top scorer with 76 points, while the Orioles totaled 177 points, 44 ringers, and nine doubles. Zanelli said the team had been on its way to a record night. The first-round playoff matchups will be No. 1 White Sox vs. No. 8 D’backs, No. 4 Cubs vs. No. 5 Orioles, No. 2 Giants vs. No. 7 Rockies, and No. 3 Pirates vs. No. 6 Marlins. The first and second rounds are best-of-five series. The winners of the second round will advance to a best-of-seven championship match.

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Dynjandi waterfall, outside Ísafjörður, was among the sights encountered during the cruise around Iceland.

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A sign advertises an Icelandic “Volcanic Dog,” one of the local offerings encountered during the trip.

A sculpture overlooks the water in Akureyri, Iceland.

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Tony Award-winning actor Ari’el Stachel performs during Seth’s Big Fat Broadway Cruise.

Broadway at Sea Sailing Around Iceland Surrounded by Broadway Musical Fans & Performers By Karen Isaacs Special to Living

If you love Broadway musicals as I do and if you have SiriusXM, you know Seth Rudetsky. He hosts the afternoon time slot as well as six hours on Saturday with his fellow host Christine Pedi as the Dueling Divas. Seth is multitalented. A classically trained pianist, he has played in the pit of dozens of Broadway shows, wrote and performed in the award-winning musical Disaster!, and serves as music director/accompanist for big names all over the country. But Seth also does his Big Broadway Cruises, featuring Broadway stars and a group of Broadway musical lovers. I always wondered what they would be like. Fate intervened. I was determined to travel this July, and I wanted to return to Iceland. In December 2025, while attending a performance of Chess, I looked at the Playbill and came upon a large ad announcing Seth’s cruise to Iceland in July. The dates worked. Within days, I had talked to the travel agency and booked my reservation.

Travelers and performers gather on the final night of Seth’s Big Fat Broadway Cruise around Iceland.

I had no idea what to expect, so my imagination took over. I pictured cozy conversations over a drink or coffee with one of the Broadway stars who would be on the cruise, perhaps the opportunity for a

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short lesson or coaching session with one My expectations were totally unrealistic of them (for which I would’ve been happy if I had thought about them. to pay extra), and maybe even performing Three stars would be on the cruise: a solo in the “vaudeville” on the last night of the cruise. See Broadway at Sea page 23

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Broadway at Sea Continued from page 22 Emily Skinner, a multiple Tony Award nominee and winner; Norm Lewis; and Ari’el Stachel, who won a Tony for The Band’s Visit. Norm Lewis was replaced by Christine Pedi, the morning personality on the Broadway channel and an accomplished performer in her own right. We weren’t notified of the change; I found it accidentally when I went on the Playbill Travel site and saw the change. Our group numbered between 100 and 150. Some had been on multiple cruises with Seth. One person had been on 11, but there was a group of newbies like me. We had two sea days on the eight-day cruise, with activities scheduled both mornings and afternoons on those days. Each evening also featured an activity just for our group. In the main dining room, there were tables reserved for us each evening for dinner. One of the attractions for me was the master class. As a singer/cabaret performer, the chance to work with and learn from professionals was wonderful. But when I first heard the description of the master class, I was disappointed. I was Photo by Karen Isaacs told that names would be drawn from among those who signed up. The rest of us Jack Plotnick, left, with Broadway performer Emily Skinner during the cruise. would just watch. That was incorrect. Actually, the master class was a great experience. Yes, they drew names, but everyone who signed up had at least 10 minutes of time with Seth. That morning Christine joined in, as well as Seth’s friend Jack Plotnick, an actor and coach. The one-hour session went much longer. The evening shows were great. Seth and each performer mixed songs with interviews. They talked about the ups and downs of their careers. You got to know so much more about them. Emily Skinner announced she was playing Miss Hannigan at Goodspeed later this year. As a bonus, Ari’el Stachel also performed his one-man show, Out of Character, in which he talks about his overwhelming anxiety and discomfort about his mixed ethnic background, which led to a difficult relationship with his father, a Yemeni Jew. Where my expectations were wrong was that I seldom saw the stars around the ship during the cruise; it probably wasn’t surprising since the Celebrity Silhouette has 2,800 or so passengers. Only Christine joined us in the dining room. I didn’t meet any of them on the excursions; since I had Photo by Karen Isaacs seen most of the important sights on my The landscape near Seyðisfjörður, one of the stops during the cruise around Iceland.

previous trip, my excursions included food walking tours and some others. On the final night, each of the three stars performed with a group of us as backup. We rehearsed during the week. (I rehearsed but didn’t perform because I didn’t feel I could memorize all the lyrics.) The group did “All That Jazz” with Emily Skinner, “Before the Parade Passes By” with Christine Pedi, and “The Evening Prayer” from Fiddler on the Roof with Ari’el Stachel. But the most important reality was that I thoroughly enjoyed it. As a solo traveler, it was great to have a group of people to chat with because we shared an interest. Because of the unique name tag Seth had provided, it also sparked conversations with other passengers. Dinnertime conversation seldom seemed forced or limited to what you did that particular day. The group was mixed, from people deeply involved in the theater to more “average” fans. I talked with two other critics, including one from Massachusetts, a stage manager, and several who had majored in voice or musical theater in college, plus people who just loved the genre. I met someone from Fairfield County who is a producer. Iceland is a beautiful and fascinating country. We lucked out with the weather; I had been warned about the possibility of March- or April-like temperatures and winds, plus rain. Most of our days were bright and sunny with comfortable temperatures. Caveat: Remember that the stars announced to be on your cruise are not guaranteed; understand that a professional commitment may occur that causes a change. On my cruise, sometime between February and June, Norm Lewis had to drop out for that reason. The bottom line: Not only would I do it again, but I have already made a reservation for Seth’s cruise in January 2028 to Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire. Note: Seth’s aren’t the only Broadwaythemed cruises. Playbill Travel sponsors one a year; most seem to be river cruises with the group taking over the entire ship. The Broadway Cruise does sporadic trips, taking over an entire ship. The next one is in April aboard the Norwegian Jewel. Seth is doing three in 2027 — to the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Greek Isles.

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Calendar for the Week of September 10, 2026

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 Getting Your Affairs in Order: 10 to 11:30 a.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Becca Allen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and End-ofLife Doula, leads a 90-minute presentation on organizing important documents, making key decisions and clarifying wishes as part of end-of-life planning. A written worksheet will be provided; bring a pen. Hosted by Shoreline Village. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 203-747-5939 or info@shorelinevillagect.org. Trip: Lost in New Haven: 10:15 a.m. Lost in New Haven, 80 Hamilton St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a tour of the Lost in New Haven local history and cultural center, followed by lunch at Pepe's Pizza. Cost: $40. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Afternoon Fiction Book Club: 1 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

The Herbal Apothecary: 6 to 8 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features an introduction to growing herbs and processing them into teas, salves, and botanical extracts, led by Mark Gostkiewicz of Tri Gable Lea Farm. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Tween Time: Pet Care 101: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Connecticut Humane Society leads a handson pet care workshop for ages 8 to 12 covering pet ownership and what animals need to thrive. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Opening Night for The Odd Couple: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, Oct. 4. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

9/11 Remembrance Service: 5 p.m. Madison Town Green. The Town of Madison honors community members who lost their lives on 9/11. For info or to dedicate a flag, visit madisonexchange.org/flags.

Jordan Freeman: A Revolutionary War Soldier: 7 p.m. Westbrook Public Library Community Room, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Kevin Johnson of the Connecticut State Library presents a historical interpretation of Jordan Freeman, a Black Revolutionary War soldier. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-399-7473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com.

Sept. 11 Candlelight Vigil: 6 p.m., Winthrop Baptist Church, 444 Winthrop Road, Deep River. Community candlelight vigil and non-denominational service marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Includes remembrance of those who lost their lives, reading of the names of Connecticut victims, prayer and an opportunity for community members to share reflections. Free. For info, call 860-526-5241, email office@winthropbaptist.org, or visit facebook.com/winthropbaptist.

Stony Creek Forum: Conversations Online: 7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Omer Bartov, professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Brown University and author of Israel: What Went Wrong?, in conversation with Peter Beinart. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 11

Psychedelics and the Brain: Hope, Hype, and Healing?: 9:30 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Paint-a-Plow: 3 to 7 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Northford. Children can stamp their handprints on a Learning. Presented by Depak Cyril D'Souza, M.D. town snowplow that will be active during the winter. Explores research on psychedelics as potential treatRegistration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress ments for depression and other mental health condiaccordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalentions. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. dar.com. Sisters in Cloth Quilt Exhibit Opening Reception: From Albania to Italy to New Haven: The Story of 9:30 to 11 a.m. Masonicare at Chester Village, 317 W. Zeneli Pizzeria: 5:30 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Main St., Chester. Features handmade quilts by Sisters in Whitney Ave., New Haven. Gazmir Zeneli discusses the Cloth, a group of fiber artists from the Connecticut shorejourney he and his brothers took from Albania to learnline. The exhibit will be on view through Nov. 1. Free and ing pizza-making in Italy and opening Zeneli Pizzeria in open to the public. For info, call 860-531-1400. New Haven. Presented with Gorman Bechard and Dean Falcone, co-curators of Pronounced Ah-Beetz. Free. Regis- Little Learners Story Time: Pets: 10 a.m. Essex Library, tration required. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit 33 West Ave., Essex. Pet-themed stories, songs, movenewhavenmuseum.org. ment and activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. Registration encouraged. Free. For info or to Chocolate Class & Tasting: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Ave., Essex. International award-winning chocolatiers present a 90-minute bean-to-bar craft chocolate class Paint-a-Plow: 11 a.m. to noon. Smith Library, 3 Old Post and tasting exploring cultivation, fermentation, roasting, Rd., Northford. Children can stamp their handprints on a grinding, and conching. For ages 18 and older. Free. Reg- town snowplow that will be active during the winter. istration required; space is limited. For info or to register, Registration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. accordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Where There Is Love, There Is Hope: A Prayer for Peace: 7 p.m. Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. A commemoration of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 featuring song, prayer, poetry and prose centered on themes of hope, love and peace, with music led by Saint Ann’s Music Director Hector Babcock Migliacci and performances by the Saint Ann’s Choir, soloists, community members and special guests. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org. Concert by Diane Zeigler: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by The Occasional Coffee House. Sponsored by Shoreline Pastoral Counseling. Tickets: $20, includes coffee, tea, and homemade cookies. For info or tickets, visit eventbrite.com or northmadisoncc.org. Teen Outdoor Movie Night: 8 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Outdoor showing of The Princess Bride on the library lawn. Bring a blanket or chair. Free popcorn and cotton candy available while supplies last. For teens in sixth grade and up. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 12 Communitywide Tag Sale: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Vendors are still being accepted. For info or vendor registration, email NBCCevents2@gmail.com. See page 25

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Guilford Art Center Seeks Artists for Holiday Expo Press Release from Guilford Art Center

Guilford Art Center is accepting applications from artists and makers for Holiday Expo 2026, its annual eight-week holiday shopping event featuring original, handcrafted work by emerging and established artists. Running Nov. 13 through Jan. 10, Holiday Expo is open seven days a week throughout the holiday season, giving artists an opportunity to introduce their work to shoppers looking for distinctive, thoughtfully made gifts and artwork. The event features a diverse selection of

handmade work at a range of price points. Participating artists benefit from exposure to both longtime Guilford Art Center customers and new visitors discovering the center during the holiday season. Submissions are welcome in a wide range of craft media, including ceramics, woodworking, glass, jewelry, metalwork, textiles and fiber arts, leather, stationery, candles, home goods, personal care products, and more. Artists and makers interested in participating can find application information and submission details at guilford artcenter.org.

Shoppers browse handcrafted items during a previous Holiday Expo at Guilford Art Center. Photo courtesy of Guilford Art Center

Continued from page 24 Killingworth Library Annual Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Features donated books for all ages and genres, large-print books, puzzles, and games. Held rain or shine in the library meeting room and, weather permitting, on the lawn. Proceeds benefit the Killingworth Library Association. For info, call 860-663-2000. Kids Can Cook: Mini Pizza: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Children ages 5 to 12 make personal English muffin pizzas while learning basic kitchen skills and food safety. Free. Registration required; space is limited. For info, including allergens, or to register, call 860767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Wreath Laying: 10 a.m. Village Green, Ivoryton. Honors elephants and enslaved people whose lives were taken by the ivory industry and recognizes current efforts in Africa to restore elephant herds and communities affected by slavery. Followed by a reception at Ivoryton Public Library with refreshments from The Hosting Company. With permission of Essex Park and Recreation. For info, call Gary Comstock at 845-663-4249. Day on the Green Arts and Crafts Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Westbrook Town Green, Boston Post Rd. Features arts and crafts vendors and community activities. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-3997473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. Dreaming with the Departed: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Meditative workshop with Grace Erhart and Dale Litalien, Level 3 Dream Teachers in the Robert Moss School of Active Dreaming, on dreams involving departed loved ones and animals. Bring a picture of a person or animal you have lost. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or blanket and, if

desired, a journal. Registration is required and space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

$35, including a 20 percent donation to Dudley Farm. For info or to register (required), visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

The Open Table Pantry Grand Opening: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. First Baptist Church of Branford, 975 Main St., Branford. Features a ribbon-cutting ceremony, community picnic with hot dogs, live music and children’s activities. The new food pantry will provide free nonperishable and shelf-stable foods to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. All are welcome. For info, contact 203-488-9777 or admin@firstbaptistbranford.com.

God and Country Commemorative Event and Concert: 2 to 6 p.m. Guilford Free Library and Guilford Town Green. Begins with a 2 p.m. presentation on Connecticut during the Revolution at the library, followed by a 3 to 6 p.m. concert and activities on the Green featuring historical displays, music, children’s vendors, food vendors, and community organizations. Commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 13. For info, visit facebook.com/Godandcountry eventCT.

Saturday Cinema: 1 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. PG-13 movie showing. Free. Registration suggested. For info, including the movie title, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Pond Dipping for Families at Bauer Park: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Rd., Madison. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Preregistration required for all attendees; children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $5 for residents, $7 for nonresidents. For info or to register, visit madisonct.org/recreation. A Pictorial Tour of Costa Rica: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Photographer Bert Sirkin presents images of Costa Rica’s jungles and wildlife. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Foraging and Cooking With Wild Foods: 2 to 4 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features a class on fall foraging and cooking with wild food, cotaught by CT Foraging Club founder Amy Demers and forager and chef Vinny Crotta. Participants will learn how to identify and use edible and medicinal plants and mushrooms found in the fall. Crotta will discuss using wild ingredients in the kitchen. Held rain or shine. Cost:

SUNDAY, SEPT. 13 Rally Sunday Service: 10 a.m. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Features an outdoor worship service with the Galvanized Jazz Band, followed by a picnic and lawn games. Bring a chair or blanket. Free and open to all. For info, call 203-245-2793, ext. 10 or visit facebook.com/fccmadison. Healing Drum Circle: 1 to 3 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features a Healing Drum Circle led by therapist Marie Goodine. Participants can bring a drum, clap their hands, and stomp their feet. The program uses a Native American drumming tradition. Free, but registration is requested. For info or to register, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

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26 Continued from page 25 BACA West Reception: 2 to 4 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. A reception featuring Margot Nimiroski. Free. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org.

MONDAY, SEPT. 14 32nd Annual Rotary-Brent Taylor Golf Classic: 11 a.m. registration; 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. Fox Hopyard Golf Club, 1 Hopyard Rd., East Haddam. Four-ball scramble with lunch provided, followed by buffet dinner, raffle, and awards. Entry fee: $225 per player, including green fees, golf cart, gift bag, lunch, and buffet dinner. Rain or shine. For info, call Charlie Renshaw at 860-304-4372 or visit osrotary.org. Coastal Women and Men in Business Workshop: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. Features a presentation on social media strategies for small businesses and nonprofits, including creating engaging content, increasing engagement and reach, and avoiding common social media mistakes. Includes networking and an interactive lunch. Advance registration required. For info or to register, contact 203-2457394 or chamber@madisonct.com, or visit madisonct.com. Keeping Your World Steady: How the Inner Ear Impacts Balance and Falls: 2 p.m. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Fyzical Therapy & Balance will discuss the inner ear’s role in balance, age-related changes that can affect balance, and symptoms such as dizziness and unsteadiness that can increase fall risk. Sponsored by Shoreline Village CT. For info, contact 203747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org. Experiencing America Book Club: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: Planetwalker by John Francis. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Dear Dealer Book Launch and Discussion with Local Author Nadia Bowers: 6 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Book launch and moderated discussion with local author Nadia Bowers about her memoir, Dear Dealer. Presented by Gallery Books. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 15

SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 • THE SOUND • LIVING Forest Bathing: Nature’s Wellness Break: 10:30 a.m. Chatfield Hollow State Park, 381 Route 80, Killingworth. Meet at the outdoor picnic tables near the covered bridge. Features a guided nature experience focused on the sights, sounds and scents of the woods. No hiking or special skills required. Sponsored by Shoreline Village CT. For rain cancellation or postponement information, contact 203-747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org. Little Makers: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Craft activity for ages 2 to 6. Participants will make a donut painting. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Jordan Freeman: Witness to the Revolutionary War: 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Kevin Johnson as Jordan Freeman, an African American servant of John Ledyard and body servant to Col. William Ledyard during the Revolutionary War. Hosted by the Philanthropic Educational Organization, Chapter T, Madison. For info, email saramsta5@gmail.com. Wacky Wildlife: Red Pandas: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Program for ages 6 to 11 featuring information about red pandas and a related craft. Registration required. For info or to register, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Your Vote Counts. It Really Does!: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Presented by the League of Women Voters of the East Shore in recognition of National Voter Registration Day. Features a presentation about the importance of voting. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-6692342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 15 THROUGH TUESDAY, OCT. 6 Thriving in Your Third Act: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 15 through Oct. 6. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St., Branford. Four-week workshop led by Amy J. Barry featuring creative visualizations, expressive art and writing exercises, research findings, and group discussion focused on making the most of later adulthood and finding purpose and fulfillment. Cost: $100. For info or to register, visit catalog.shorelineadulted.org.

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Baby Band: 10 a.m. Essex Library Association, 33 West The Art of Still Life Photography: 10 a.m. Guilford Com- Ave. A music program for caregivers and children from birth to age 2; siblings welcome. Sing, dance, bounce, munity Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller clap and explore child-safe instruments. Registration is Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit Mark Battista. Explores techniques for creating still life photographs that tell a story, communicate an idea, and youressexlibrary.org. express a mood. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit Paint-a-Plow: 1 to 4:45 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, ssill.org. 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children can stamp their handprints on a town snowplow that will be active during the winter. Registration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress accordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Medicare CHOICES Counseling: One-hour appointments at 3, 4, and 5 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Individual counseling sessions to help older adults and people with disabilities understand Medicare coverage and healthcare options. Free. Registration is required. For info or to register (required), call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Mix and Mingle: 5 to 7 p.m. Essex Indoor Golf Center, 23 Saybrook Rd., Suite 5, Essex. Fundraiser hosted by Essex Congregational Church. Admission: $10. Food and drinks available for purchase through the golf center. Proceeds benefit the Making a Difference Award fund, given to a senior student at Valley Regional High School. For info or tickets, contact 860-767-8097 or essexuccoffice@gmail.com. Tell Your Own Story: A Poetry Writing Workshop with J Brooke: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave. J Brooke leads a poetry writing workshop with writing exercises. Registration is required. Free. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Acoustic Artists Storytellers: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a meditative listening experience with Anna May. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Comedy in the Creek: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Features comedian Alex Clark with Marcus Monroe, host Jasmine Mills and musical guest Jay Tori. For info or tickets, call 203-315-1901 or visit LegacyTheatreCT.org.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 Paint-a-Plow: 11 a.m. to noon. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children can stamp their handprints on a town snowplow that will be active during the winter. Registration not required. Acrylic paint will be used; dress accordingly. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Teen and Tween Pizza Scene: Noon. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For Clinton residents in grades 5 to 12. Features pizza, games, crafts and activities during a Clinton Public Schools half-day. Pizza and video games are offered in the Community Room, with arts and crafts in The Hidek Hub. Students younger than 12 must be picked up by 2 p.m. Bus service is available from Jared Eliot Middle School and The Morgan School; space is limited. Registration requested. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Assessing the Best Care Options: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Library Community Room, 3 Old Post Road, Northford. Julie Cruz, RN, CSA, discusses evaluating care choices based on individual needs, preferences and circumstances, and developing a personalized plan that promotes safety, independence and quality of life. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org. See page 27

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Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters Open Friday Night Folk Season Press Release from Friday Night Folk

Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters will kick off Friday Night Folk’s fall season Friday, Sept. 18, at 7:30 p.m. at Unity Hall at All Souls UU in New London. Gallatin and resophonic guitarist Roger Williams, powerhouses in the New England music scene, explore their mutual love of country standards, served up with an acoustic treatment in the bluegrass vein. They are joined by Williams’ son, JD, a Berklee College of Music graduate who complements his father’s style in the time-honored tradition of musical consanguinity, and veteran bassist Bob Dick, formerly of the bluegrass band Front Range and founder of New England’s Blackstone Valley Bluegrass. The result is a toe-tapping blend of heartfelt vocals, soaring harmonies, and red-hot picking that is traditional yet modern and distinct. “Amy’s voice hits you like a refreshing warm breeze, her perfect diction and crystal clear tone seemingly effortless and at the same time passionate,” according to British Bluegrass News. Americana radio host Ed McKeon says, “Amy’s vocals, with the power and tone of her voice, are tempered by Roger’s baritone which has been sanded smooth.” Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Tickets for students and active military members with ID are $10. Seats may be reserved at the advance price through Humanitix or by calling the All Souls office at 860-4430316 by Thursday, Sept. 17. A livestream will be available the night of the concert on the All Souls New London YouTube channel. Unity Hall at All Souls UU is located at 19 Jay St., New London.

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Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters will open Friday Night Folk’s fall season Friday, Sept. 18, at Unity Hall at All Souls UU in New London. The group features, from left, Bob Dick, Roger Williams, Amy Gallatin, and JD Williams.

New England Pirates: 6:30 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., Chester. Presentation on pirates and pirate Virtual Author Talk with Yasmine Cheyenne: 2 p.m. hunters of New England during the Golden Age of Piracy, Online. Features a conversation with wellness expert Yas- including why people became pirates, life aboard pirate mine Cheyenne about her book, The Comeback Era: From ships, weapons and tactics, politics, and the decline of Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Registration piracy. All ages welcome. Registration required. For info required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit or to register, call 860-526-0018 or email hchlibrary.org. Library@ChesterCT.org. Continued from page 26

Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Cheyenne: 2 p.m. Virtual. Yasmine Cheyenne discusses her book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Constitution Day Celebration: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Students from Clinton, Branford, North Branford, Guilford, Killingworth, and Madison will read the U.S. Constitution in full. State Senator Christine Cohen will be a special guest. Light refreshments and a free pocket-sized copy of the Constitution will be provided. Free and open to the public. For info, email eastshoreleague@yahoo.com.

God of Carnage: A Staged Reading: 7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Presented by the Moses Gunn/Norman Marshall Play Co. For info or to register (required), call 203-4888702 or visit wwml.org/events. Shoreline Sailing Club Meeting: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Open to adults ages 35 and older interested in sailing, boating, and social activities. First-time guests are free; admission is $10 for returning guests. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Friends of Branford’s Blackstone Library Annual Book Sale: Thursday, 5 to 7 p.m. for Friends members only; 7 to 9 p.m. open to the public; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Branford Train Station, 35 Maple St. Features more than 50,000 used books, children’s books, puzzles, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records. Sunday, $10 fill-a-bag; bags provided. Proceeds support library programs, materials and services. For info, contact 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or friends@blackstonelibrary.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Michael Langlois. Explores how the musicals 1776 and Hamilton interpret the story of America's founding. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. See page 29

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A watercolor by Deb Paulson is featured in Into the Center, an exhibition pairing her artwork with tanka poetry by Jean Golicz.

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Waves and surf are the subject of a watercolor by Deb Paulson featured in Into the Center at Mercy by the Sea.

Art and Poetry Meet in Into the Center Press Release from Mercy by the Sea

Into the Center, a new exhibition by Jean Golicz and Deb Paulson, is on view through Oct. 1 at the Mary C. Daly RSM Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea in Madison. The exhibit is the second in a series by the two friends, following last year’s Into the Light. Golicz says the process of bringing her poetry and Paulson’s art together took center stage. The pair examined “how we’re moving in a certain direction that can be illuminated, shadowed, and centered with regard to a space or a place,” she says. Golicz’s poems, written in the ancient Japanese lyric form of tanka, came first. Each poem, she says, was shaped through prayer along the shoreline at Mercy by the Sea. Luminosity became a unifying theme for the poems and paintings. Paulson began researching luminosity in watercolor and found the technique of the late painter Nita Engle. The method begins by soaking the paper, then laying down concentrated washes of the three transparent primary colors — yellow where the light source will be, red beside it, and blue on the outside. The sheet is then misted, tipped, and turned until the pigments blend on their own. After that foundation dries, she paints in the image. “I knew this was the process I wanted to use for this show because it echoes the surrender and luminosity we’re trying to get to,” Paulson says. “It’s both spontaneous, sort of controlled, but not really controlled.” Neither artist knew where the other would land. What they did know was that when their two art forms came together, the relationship between them became part of the work. “It’s a symbiosis,” Paulson says of their pairing. “I don’t think either is as powerful without the other.” Paulson says the path toward the exhibition’s central idea is “extremely spiritual, because you can only get to the center by surrendering your personal ego.”

She describes it as a process and journey in which preferences arise from the ego. “The ego arises from this sort of psyche that all your fears or good things have built up,” she says. “If you can dismantle all of that through your life and get to the center, then that’s luminosity.” For Golicz, that surrender is what she hopes visitors carry with them. “The most important thing is this idea that as we center ourselves, we’re simultaneously open to the spirit, open to the divine, and being able to hear that voice,” she says. Paulson holds a BFA from the University of Connecticut and an MFA from Simmons University. In addition to being a painter, she has been a video producer, professional weaver, basket maker, and children’s book reviewer. The Deep River resident has been a student of Zen Buddhism for 38 years. Paulson spent her adolescence sailing the East Coast and offshore to Bermuda and the Caribbean with her family. When she bought her sailboat five years ago, she became engrossed in the challenge of painting waves in watercolor. She later realized her effort to paint the nature of waves was also a way of working through the long-held trauma of a sailing trip she took in her late 20s. During the voyage, her family’s 37-foot sailboat was caught in a tropical storm with 50-knot winds and 30-foot seas. “It was terrifying,” she recalls. “I was convinced to the rock bottom of my soul — I was going to die.” While working on Into the Light and its focus on darkness, Paulson had an epiphany. “Darkness, both physical and emotional, is the matrix of creativity,” she says. Through Into the Center, that journey continues. After retiring as a humanities and social sciences teacher, Golicz transitioned to ministry, completing her postgraduate sixth year in pastoral counseling and a doc-

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Artist Deb Paulson, a Deep River resident, combines her lifelong connection to sailing and the sea with her exploration of watercolor in Into the Center.

toral dissertation in eco-spirituality. The Old Saybrook resident seeks to deepen her understanding of the Creator, creation, and all creatures, including her rescued animals. The Into the Light poems and paintings grew from a friendship that began on the shores of Long Island Sound. Golicz and Paulson continue to “chilly dip” year-round, enjoying the contrast of the water during a full moon and at sunrise. The Mary C. Daly RSM Art Gallery is located at Mercy by the Sea, 167 Neck Road, Madison, and is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Mercy by the Sea is set on 33 acres along Long Island Sound and offers retreats, programs, and space for personal growth, professional development, and contemplation. For more information, visit mercybythesea.org or call 203-245-0401.

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A witch takes flight among the flowers during a previous FestiFall celebration in Essex Village. FestiFall returns Saturday, Oct. 3, with activities throughout the village.

Skeletons take to the rigging in a Halloween display during a previous FestiFall celebration in Essex Village. The theme for this year’s FestiFall Scarecrow Contest is “Haunted History.”

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Costumed characters join the fall fun outside Toys Ahoy during a previous FestiFall celebration in Essex Village. This year’s event will include games, crafts, vendors, merchant activities, and a returning scarecrow contest.

FestiFall Returns to Essex with Expanded Celebration Press Release from the Essex Board of Trade

The Essex Board of Trade will bring back its popular FestiFall celebration Saturday, Oct. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m., with an expanded afternoon of fall fun, family activities, shopping, games, food, and community festivities throughout Essex Village. Building on the success of last year’s event, this year’s FestiFall will feature additional activities designed to encourage visitors to enjoy the village and discover all that Essex has to offer. FestiFall activities will take place from North Main Street, along Main Street, and to the foot of Main Street at the Connecticut River Museum. “We are excited to bring FestiFall back

to Essex and make it even bigger and more engaging this year,” says Cheryl Harger, president of the Essex Board of Trade. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for our businesses, community organizations, and residents to come together. We hope people will spend the afternoon exploring, playing, shopping, and enjoying everything Essex has to offer.” Among the planned activities are lawn games, including giant Connect 4 and cornhole, a pumpkin scavenger hunt, crafts around town, pop-up vendors, merchant activities, and food, with additional entertainment and attractions to be announced. A caricature artist and petting zoo are also being planned, thanks to community sponsorship and support.

Continued from page 27 POW/MIA Day: 10 a.m. Congregational Church green, Route 80, Foxon Road, North Branford. Hosted by the North Branford Veterans Service Commission to remember those who did not return. For info, call 203-836-1027. Focus on Fall Opening Reception: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Spectrum Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook. Opening reception for the gallery’s annual fall exhibition featuring painting, mixed media, photography and sculpture inspired by the colors, textures and atmosphere of autumn. For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.

The FestiFall Scarecrow Contest will return as part of the celebration. Community members, businesses, and organizations will be invited to create their own scarecrows, with completed creations displayed throughout Essex during October. This year’s theme is “Haunted History.” “FestiFall is really about creating an afternoon where there is something fun around every corner,” says Sarah Grote, administrator of the Essex Board of Trade. “This year, we’re working to expand the activities and encourage people to move throughout the village and support our local shops and businesses. We want visitors to come for the festivities and stay to experience Essex.” Local merchants are encouraged to par-

Military Whist Card Party: 7 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for light refreshments and raffles. Tickets: $15, must be purchased before the event. For info or tickets, call Jan Cattaruzza at 203-671-8223.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Guilford Fair: 4 to 11 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln., Guilford. The annual Guilford Fair features agricultural exhibits, livestock, entertainment, food vendors, midway rides and live music. Admission required.

ticipate throughout the event by offering crafts, activities, specials, or other fallthemed experiences. Community organizations and local businesses interested in participating or sponsoring FestiFall activities are encouraged to contact the Essex Board of Trade. Additional details, including the full schedule of activities, participating businesses, scarecrow contest information, and the pumpkin scavenger hunt map, will be available at ExperienceEssexCT.com as plans are finalized. FestiFall is free and open to the public. FestiFall and the Scarecrow Contest are sponsored by the Essex Board of Trade.

For info or tickets, contact 203-453-3543 or info@guilfordfair.org, or visit guilfordfair.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 Boat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLAapproved boating safety course. Cost: $65 prepaid by Thursday before class; $70 day of class; $75 walk-in, space permitting. For info or to register, contact Mark Bennett at 860-304-2696 or m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net. See page 30

30 Continued from page 29 Guilford Fair Parade: 10 a.m. Downtown Guilford. The annual Guilford Fair Parade, presented by the Guilford Fair Parade Committee, features the theme "Celebrating 250 Years of America." Open to individuals, clubs, businesses, schools and community groups from Guilford, Branford, North Branford, Madison and Clinton. Rain or shine. For info or to register, visit guilfordfairparade.com. 1876 Star-Spangled Banner Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Deacon John Grave House, 581 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features Madison’s rare 38-star U.S. flag. Costumed docents will share the story behind the flag. Free. For info, visit deaconjohngrave.org. Summer Market and Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features artists and creative vendors on the museum’s back lawn, followed by an opportunity to view A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years. Free. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. For info, call 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. Coffee and Cats: An Afternoon with Big Cats: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Greater New Haven Cat Project Center, 1874 Middletown Ave., Northford. Presented by Gail Cameron, DEEP master wildlife conservationist and member of the Connecticut Beardsley Zoo curatorial team. The program explores physical and behavioral traits among domestic cats and their wild relatives. Admission: $25. For info or tickets, visit gnhcp.org/coffeeandcats. The Morgan School Class of 1976 50th Reunion: 5 p.m. Clinton Country Club, 128 Old Post Rd. Features a reunion dinner for members of The Morgan School Class of 1976. Cost: $110 per person, includes hors d'oeuvres, dinner, dessert, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Cash bar, DJ, dancing, and raffle prizes. RSVP by Aug. 19. Payment due by Sept. 1. For info or reservations, contact Nancy Carr De Genaro at ndegenaro@comcast.net or Jackie Little Miller at jac9958@aol.com. Open Dance Party: 7 to 10 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford. Karen Pfrommer teaches a group lesson from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments provided. Cost: $20. For info, contact 203-208-0017 or info@timetodanceballroom.com.

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ONGOING EVENTS Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketmanager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleyfarm.com. Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticutmade crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Road. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy products, flowers, prepared foods, and locally made products from Connecticut vendors. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com. 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. Theater The Odd Couple: The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Runs through Oct. 4. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org. To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

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Runners gather at the starting line for a previous Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase. The annual event returns Saturday, Oct. 17, with a timed 5K and, new this year, a 2-mile walk.

Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase Adds 2-Mile Walk Press Release from Ivoryton Library

The Ivoryton Library will host its annual Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase on Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Ivoryton Green. New this year, the event will include a 2-mile walk in addition to the traditional timed 5K run. The walk will travel from the green to the entrance of Falls River Preserve and back, while the 5K course travels down Main Street, through Falls River Park and returns to the green. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., with both the

5K and 2-mile walk starting at 9 a.m. A post-race celebration will feature treats and prizes, including a new award for best costume. Free T-shirts are guaranteed to participants who register by Wednesday, Sept. 16. Group discounts are available for groups of four or more, and age-based discounts are available for participants 17 and younger. For information or to register, visit runsignup.com/Race/CT/Ivoryton/ IvorytonPumpkinChase.

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33 Allison Way Unit 33: Patricia 8 Antoinette Lane: John T. and Bryant to Michael F. and Valerie J. Sim, Julia Souvlis to Dennis P. Mcginley and $400,000 on Aug. 18 Colleen D. Phelan, $820,000 on Aug. 17

150 Chestnut Street: Predrag Boskovic to Miranda Nazario and Joseph Foschini, $469,000 on Aug. 17

21 Alpine Drive: Kristyn Camera to Frank P. and Riana Camera, $390,000 on Aug. 19

10 Clancy Road: Janet A. Garrity to Garrett Krier and Trista Sanderson, $650,000 on Aug. 20

2 Carmen Street: Estate of Barbara G. Corso and Phillip Corso to 528 Mcclary Re Group LLC, $329,000 on Aug. 21

18 Howd Avenue: Alexander Altermatt to Eleftherios Gionteris, $500,000 on Aug. 19 24 Manorwood Drive Unit 24: Mark and Linda Bendel to Elizabeth J. Rider, $310,000 on Aug. 17 687-689 West Main Street: Paul J. and Barbara P. Racette to Helem Realty LLC, $512,500 on Aug. 20 689 West Main Street: Paul J. and Barbara P. Racette to Helem Realty LLC, $512,500 on Aug. 20

CLINTON 10 Alden Drive: Estate of Cecilia S. Lester and Paula J. Lester to Alexa Schmidt, $300,000 on Aug. 17

21 Carmen Street: Estate of Barbara G. Corso and Phillip Corso to 528 Mcclary Re Group LLC, $329,000 on Aug. 21 318 Cosey Beach Avenue: Jrjfam LLC to Lisa Siders and David Caracciolo, $1,212,500 on Aug. 18

162 East Main Street: Spam LLC to East Main Holding LLC, $634,000 on Aug. 18 48 Groveway: Carl R. and Amy J. Kruglak to Maria S. Dougherty, $1,100,000 on Aug. 19

274 Church Street Unit 8C: John C Brettman Real Estate Trust and John C. Brettman to 274 Church St Assoc LLC, $265,000 on Aug. 20

11 Taylor Avenue: 11 Talor Avenue T and Monique Boney to Manika LLC, $230,000 on Aug. 20 53 Union Avenue Unit 53: H Wanda Goclowski and Jocelyn L. Felten to Christopher and Jillian Drezek, $250,000 on Aug. 21

880 Boston Post Road: Richard K. and Linda S. Anderson to Meredith Kinsman and Daken Vanderburg, $2,145,000 on Aug. 18 52 East Wharf Road: Kelly A. Levinson to Mark J. Schiefsky and Mary E. Sarotte, $1,940,000 on Aug. 19

Guilford Yacht Club Unit 936: Michael F E. and Merim S. Crossley to Bartholomew L. and Janice L. Mansi, $17,500 on Aug. 19

3 Esterly Farms Road Unit 3: Darlene Cofrancesco to Alan Dean, $450,000 on Aug. 19

50 Ledge Hill Road: Philip A. and Sarah N. Michaelson to Olivia R. and Sam W. Rooney, $710,000 on Aug. 19

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1399 Long Hill Road: Sam W. and Olivia Rooney to Stefani and Matthew Power, $616,000 on Aug. 18

80 Seaview Terrace Unit 32: 21 Highland Avenue: Nayab Ahmed to Yusuf Celik, $400,000 on Aug. Estate of Linda R. Nickerson and 18 Christian J. Conte to Steven Fleck, $605,000 on Aug. 20 4 James Street: Edward Dilieto to Ockive Benbow and Roneika England, 9 Sparrow Bush Lane: Steven $425,000 on Aug. 18 Fleck to Philip Eininger and Jana Young, $650,000 on Aug. 17 14 Jeffry Road: Thomas Marchitto and Cinthia T. Ortiz to Melby Chow and Marian Whitney, $467,000 on Aug. 20 KILLINGWORTH 16 Miami Street: Luis West B. Cuzco to Brandon M. Rhynders and Bob Lukaszek Anurupa D. Yadavalli, $368,000 on 203.623.3757 Aug. 19 Stephen Gaffney

77 Prospect Road: Regina S. and Robert P. Bejnerowicz to Richard C. 1 Blake Avenue: Frederick C. Morro Barry and Natalie Machado, $450,000 to Frederick Morro, $300,000 on Aug. 17 on Aug. 19 252 Cow Hill Road: Taras Yatsula to Janice Stosonis, $540,000 on Aug. 20

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33 Bay Path Way Unit 33: Edward C. and Eva M. Puleo to John and Elizabeth A. Lira, $315,000 on Aug. 19

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108 Beech Street: Estate of Carol East Bright and Owen F. Murphy to Andden Properties LLC, $185,000 on Aug. 20 20 Circleo Road: C Troiano & Sons Excavating to 10 Circleo LLC, $750,000 on Aug. 17 38 Montgomery Drive Unit 48: Karen E. Scott to Donna A. Sandillo, $600,000 on Aug. 17 208 Twin Lakes Road: Montelius Ft and Robert Montelius to Ryan L. Elliott and Erin J. McLaughlin, $526,000 on Aug. 21

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 • THE SOUND • COMMUNITY NEWS

Don’t Let the People who did this to NEHANTIC STATE FOREST Do it to THE PRESERVE! TELL DEEP TO STOP!

COME TO THE MEETING AT OLD SAYBROOK TOWN HALL: September 16th, 9 AM TELL THEM TO STOP DEEP’S PLAN for STAND 10; 56 acres adjacent to Ingham Hill Parking Lot

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