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Selectmen Hear Housing Proposals For Academy By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

The Madison Board of Selectmen heard two housing development concepts for Academy School at a special meeting on Jan. 6. The meeting is the first of two that the selectmen will have held on preliminary plans to bring new life to the historic building

and to the downtown area. The two concepts were presented by 7 Summits Construction and Connolly and Partners, both of whom are proposing to renovate Academy School into an apartment complex on top of land that will remain owned by the town. The construction costs of the projects vary: Connolly’s being somewhere between $8-$10 million and 7 Sum-

mits coming in at just under $24 million. The selectmen’s Expression of Interest letter specifically asks any developer to keep the historic facade of Academy intact within their building plans, a request to which both 7 Summits and Connolly are committed. To financially support their projects, both

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Storm Damage A deep hole left by erosion from a December storm sits behind the new sea wall at Garvan Point on Jan. 11. Madison town employees are addressing the damage while planning a long-term solution to prevent further erosion.

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Leading the Way For Talent with Laura Clapp Davidson By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

Providing opportunities and inclusion in music has been a passion for Guilford resident Laura Clapp Davidson, from her work with the century-old audio technology company Shure to being the newly elected board chair of GreenStage Guilford Live Arts. As a musician who was featured on the bill of the nonprofit’s first music festival - and who understands the logistical side of music promotion - Laura is ready to bring the kind of experience she had and more to musicians along the shoreline. She is already “really excited” about her new leadership position with GreenStage and, with the support of the nonprofit’s executive director Nellie Kurtzman, has already thought of “a lot of great ideas” on how to build awareness of GreenStage’s mission. The culmination of its grassroots mission and organized musical events is its Live Arts

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of the Week Festival. The next iteration will be held in May 2027 and is something of which Laura is most excited to build awareness. “That’s the thing I’m most excited about because I still hear people saying, ‘What is this?’ Or ‘When the tent goes up on the green?’ That’s something I do in my day job working for Shure is building awareness of a 100-yearold brand, so I’m excited to do that.” While she says the nonprofit has done well, there is still room to strengthen GreenStage’s position as a performing arts organization on the shoreline, as is a personal goal for Laura following her first year as a volunteer. “In that first year, I saw who was exactly involved from a com-

munity standpoint from the business side of things,” she says. “That was really cool to get more familiar with some of the business owners in asking for sponsorships and donations and things like that.” Coupling this with her experience as a “live audio professional,” she is ready to see “how we can change” to ensure consistent growth for GreenStage. Part of that will be to accommodate talent “who have found their way here from larger markets” and wish to contribute to a thriving performing arts scene on the shoreline. “That’s what I think we draw on and where we excel,” says Laura. “There’s so much other talent outside of the shoreline, too. I’ve started working with some artists in the northern part of Connecticut. Our state is not big but we have so much talent, so I think it’s exciting to showcase that and have people go, ‘Wait,

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Mildred L. Jones Killingworth Mildred L. Jones of Killingworth, returned home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Dec. 15, 2025, after a brief illness at the age of 98. Born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Oct. 7, 1927, to the late Anna Hein Langert and Anthony Langert, as well as her late siblings, Arthur, Rose, Dorothy and their spouses. She was also predeceased by her loving husband, Elmer H. Jones; and her son Eric David Jones. She is survived by her daughter Janet Johnson and husband Glenn; daughter-in-law Lisa Cataldo; grandchildren, Melissa McNeely, Benjamin

Johnson (wife Stephanie), Jillene Johnson; and great-granddaughter Hatten Johnson. Millie attended Earlham College and worked at the Visiting Nurses Association in New Haven until moving to Killingworth in 1969. She became a literacy volunteer and tutored several students, was an avid reader, enjoyed bridge, scrabble, weekly bible studies and many vacations at the family farm in Pennsylvania. She also followed the Boston Red Sox and UConn Huskies women’s basketball. She will be so missed by many, especially her daughter, and remembered for her gentle spirit and kindness. The burial was held privately at Evergreen Cemetery in Killingworth. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Christ Chapel in Madison.

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Roy Alexander Killingworth On Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025, Roy P. Alexander, of Killingworth, passed away at Hartford Hospital. Roy was born in Lakewood, Ohio on Feb. 10, 1933, son of the late Roy P. Alexander, Sr. and Anna (Eyring) Alexander. He was the husband of Sue (Brichford) Alexander and celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary this past September. Roy was the loving father of Gay A. Butler (Bruce Denison) of Guilford; grandfather of Jennifer Kendall, Kevin Miner (Grace), Benjamin Miner (Sierra), Matthew Butler, and Gregory Butler (Emilie); and great-grandfather of seven. He is also survived by a brother, Robert Alexander of Sebring, FL. He was predeceased by daughter Leona Miner. Roy graduated from North Ridgeville High School in Ohio, and from Case Institute in Cleveland in 1955. He was a member of the Theta Chi fraternity. He worked as a Senior Research Chemist at Olin Corporation for 37

years. After early retirement from Olin, he owned and operated a printing shop out of his Killingworth home for ten years, then was an administrative assistant at the United Methodist Church in Clinton for 25 years. He enjoyed helping out at the church, setting up tables for the Soup Kitchen, making Sunday morning coffee, and operating the elevator for services. One of his favorite pastimes was feeding the Killingworth birds, often filling the feeders several times a day. Roy was always active, always smiling, and will be missed by many. Friends were invited to a Memorial service to be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, at the United Methodist Church, 12 Commerce Street, Clinton. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church of Clinton, 12 Commerce Street, Clinton, CT 06413 or the Connecticut Audubon Society, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT 06824; (https://ctaudubon.org/donate). Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com. See Obituaries page 10

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Selectmen Hear Housing Proposals For Academy Continued from page 1 developers plan to utilize the state’s Department of Economic and Community Development Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit program, whose criteria for earning the incentive includes maintaining the historic character of a preexisting building that is renovated into a living space. 7 Summits, which specializes in multifamily housing and the preservation of historic buildings for adaptive re-use, has proposed to the town a renovated Academy building with 56 affordable units within its interior and the restoration of its exterior facade and brickwork. The project would see the construction of an additional structure on the left side on the building’s southern end which contain several of the units and provides covered parking. The company’s CEO Rohan Freeman said his project was aligned with state affordable housing mandates meant to boost the total housing stock, something which Madison and all other Connecticut municipalities are required to meet. Of the 56 units in 7 Summits’ proposals are 29 one-bedroom units and 27 studio units. Freeman said one of targeted demo-

graphics for the project is low- to moderateincome seniors, for whom new living accommodations are of great need in shoreline towns with housing shortages. 7 Summits is proposing 25 percent of its units be deed-restricted affordable for seniors, which would provide 14 one-bedroom units below market rate. Freeman said seniors would especially benefit from this type of housing given their proximity by foot to shopping and transit areas in the downtown, along with the Madison Senior Center across the street from Academy. Other units can be for college graduates looking for housing, said Freeman. Given the living spaces and the projected demographics of residents, Freeman said “We don’t see this project having any impact on the school system.” 7 Summits’ plan also includes a community room, a courtyard, and paddleball courts within the space of the adjacent and maintained athletic fields. A pocket park will connect the parking area to School Street. The projected economic benefits of the project forecast its tenants contributing to economic activity of the downtown area

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and train station that is within walking distance, with an estimated increase of town’s tax base of approximately $3.3 million over 20 years, “paying you [the town] per unit tax payment every year,” said Freeman. The project may also create 100 temporary construction jobs and up to three permanent jobs at the completed facility. Of the project on a whole, Freeman said, “We envision a very bright and wonderful future for the Academy School building that aligns very well with the Town of Madison’s objectives and also with our mission.” A comparatively smaller scale project was presented to the selectman by Dmitrios Karouta with Connolly and Partners. The company is proposing to construct 25 one- and two-bedroom units targeted toward “empty nesters, professionals, and local residents seeking in-town living,” read Karouta’s notes. Additionally health and wellness facilities, including a dance and fitness studio and paddleball court, will be of use to the public. “I believe this plan does align with the town’s goals,” said Karouta, citing privately funded preservation of historical

architecture, higher economic activity and foot traffic in the downtown area, and public use of some amenities. When asked about the parking situation by Selectwoman Jen Gordon, Karouta said his initial approach was shared municipal parking given his interpretation of the project as a transit-oriented development. “But we’re collaborative,” he said. “If there’s room for some additional parking, that can be in the budget.” The financial outlook of both housing developments - specifically the prospects of being completed under their proposed funding sources and long-term viability to Madison - were of interest to the selectmen. Selectman Scott Murphy noted the $24 million estimate for 7 Summits’ project matched the cost of the proposed community center that was rejected by most taxpayers in a referendum last year. Murphy asked Freeman, “How good do you feel about that estimate?” Freeman responded, “I am fairly confident that this number works.” Freeman expressed belief that funds from the state Urban Act Grant Program See Selectmen Hear page 7

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Selectmen Hear Housing Proposals For Academy Continued from page 6 which supports projects in the areas of housing and economic development - were likely applicable to finance his company’s proposal. His colleague, Tichina Pemberton, added that a federal grant from the United States Department of Agriculture that was also intended for the Academy community center project also may still be on the table given the “community benefits” 7 Summits’ development can provide for Madison.

Karouta also expressed confidence in his “low-touch” project’s cost. The selectmen will deliberate on all four proposals until possibly selecting one later in January. In the meantime, Madison residents are free to submit questions about the concepts at the email address askacademy@madisonct.org. The presentations on 7 Summit’s and Northeast Heritage’s proposals are available on the town’s website.

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These possessions and personal effects may be claimed by contacting the office of the Department of Public Works at (203) 245-5611 by 1/22/26. Dated this 15th day of January, 2026. Peggy Lyons First Selectwoman

MADISON INLAND WETLANDS & WATERCOURSES AGENCY At a regular Zoom meeting held on January 5, 2026, the Madison Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency took the following action(s): 25-45. 983 Boston Post Road, Map: 28, Lot: 155; Zone: R-1; Owner: Steven L. St. Onge; Applicant: Dennis & Wendy Cole; Regulated Activity Application for construction of new single-family dwelling with detached garage and associated site improvements within 100ft in land wetland upland review area. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS 25-46. 196 Durham Road, Map 58, Lot 14; Zone RU-2; Owner: Temple Beth Tikvah, Applicant: Thomas A. Stevens & Assoc., Regulated Activity permit for modification of parking lot, landscaping, and lighting within 100’ upland review area. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS 1008 Boston Post Road, Map 29 Lot 155; Owner: Suzanne Schultz; Clearing of vegetation, grading and removal/ deposit of materials and plantings; within a wetland and/or 100ft review area of inland wetland without regulated activity approval. UPHELD AMMENDED CORRECTIVE ACTION 131 Twin Bridge Road; Map 119 Lot 4/1; Owners: Samantha Celentano & Austino Severino; Clearing of vegetation, grading and removal/deposit of materials with 100ft review are of inland wetland without regulated activity approval UPHELD AMMENDED CORRECTIVE ACTION Dated this 6TH Day of January Kealoha Freidenburg, Chairman

Honors: Sofia Andrin, Elliot Arroyo, Aleyna Ayvaci, Aubri Barone, Finn Barry, David Bixon, Anthony Bowe, Loden Bradstreet, Grace Brown, Lilah Browning, Phoebe Burt, Grace Burton, Kathryn Butler, Grant Campbell, Jude Cappiello, Conor Casagrande, Drew Catala, Gabriel Cesar, Matthew Coppola, Emma Coscia, Calvin Davies, Daisy Drought, Jasper Fried, Paul Fumex, QuinnGies, Theodore Giuliano, Mary Gobleck, Marcelo Gonzalez, Claire Harriman, Landon Hendershot, Drew Horn, Alexander Johnson, Jackson Kilduff, Rory Kimball, Cody Kleinbach, Matthias Klostreich, Nathaniel Konstantino, Margaret Lavin, Daniel Lee, Emma Lee, Joshua Lee, Lily Leonte, Riley Letkowski, Claire Levis, Scarlett Marino, Madeleine Martin, Nicholas Maynard, Finlay McConville, Thomas McCullough, Paige McMullen, Emmett Merschman, Maxwell Milliard, Robert Monday, Beau Newton, Lucas Nolte, Timothy O’Malley, Cameron Oranzo, Julian Overton, Julianna Papacoda, Neila Paradiso, Lola Pellegrino, Allison Petersen, Taylor Pshybyshefski, Amir Rana, Claire Rickelman, Monroe Rioux, Eva Rose, Leo Ruiz, Ella Schroeder, DanielShenouda, Ella Speerli, Sarah Staron, Adam Stotz, Jack Varone, Lillian Vedrani, Brynn Vuolo, Elizabeth Walsh, Eva Weitzman-Stangel, Tyler Wohlgemuth, Eden Woods, Andrew Yahara, Hailey Yahara, Vicky Zheng

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Jennifer Lynn Curti (25-0360) The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated December 30, 2025, 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. Karen M. Parzych, Chief Clerk The fiduciary is: Susan J Coughlin c/o CARLOS ALBERTO SANTOS, FITZPATRICK, SANTOS, SOUSA, PERUGINI PC, 203 CHURCH STREET, NAUGATUCK, CT 06770

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Richard Patrick Lena (25-0388) The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated December 3 I, 2025, 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. Karen M. Parzych, Chief Clerk The fiduciary is: JOHANNA MCCORMICK, GERAGHTY & BONNANO, 38 GRANITE STREET, PO BOX 231, NEW LONDON, CT 06320

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Leading the Way For Talent With Laura Clapp Davidson Continued from page 2 that’s in our community?’ or ‘That’s close by? People don’t even realize what we have here.” GreenStage welcomes volunteers and sponsors for its events. For more information, visit greenstageguilford.org or contact Kurtzman at nellie.kurtzman@greenstage guilford.org. Adjacent to her vocation of audio tech promotion and development with Shure, she is also the co-leader of the company’s civil rights and social action resources group. According to Laura, the intersection of cutting-edge audio equipment and social justice is found in ensuring that the company encourages and practices diversity among its workforce. This approach dates back to the company’s establishment in 1925. “Sydney Shure, the founder of the company, has always been a pioneer and led the way where diversity is included,” Laura says. “Five years ago, we stood up our associate resource groups. We call them VIBES for values, inclusion, belonging and equity. I stepped up right away. I was the first co-lead for the women’s vibe and it’s something that I’m really passionate about, because being in my industry, it’s very male dominated.” Laura also sits on the company’s IDEA Council and runs the advisory board for VIBES groups. She is “really proud” to work on these boards and double down on diversifying the Shure workforce, she says. “We’re not changing our trajectory,” she adds. An inclusive and equitable approach to

audio technology development also involves democratizing its products. An example of this under Laura’s leadership is uplifting the ‘Ability VIBE’ team to see how products can be more accessible to people with varying physical and mental abilities. “That has spread to actual product development, and it’s really exciting to see that something we brought to the company to improve the corporate culture is now going to spread wider.” Outside of the business and organizational-related fields of music, Clapp is a singer-songwriter and musician who has been releasing original music since her debut album “Where are you going?” in 2001. Between then and 2008 she lived in Nashville before the city’s music scene erupted in a renewed fashion in the wake of the eponymous ABC television show. “[Nashville’s] exploded in recent years,” says Laura. “I was still really small townvibey. It was a really good experience.” Her musical favorites vary across genres and make up some of her biggest influences as a songwriter. They include artists such as Peter Gabrial, Sarah McLaughlin, Tori Amos, and Nine Inch Nails. Laura is also about to launch a new podcast called “TMI (The Music Industry) with Laura.” It is a successor to her former podcast “Song 43” and will feature friends and musicians who have worked with high-profile musicians and how they’ve balanced those experiences with domestic life and the “mental health element” of life on the road. The first episode will debut on Jan. 23.

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Obituaries Continued from page 5 Obituary

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Gerd Nelson Madison

Kate Mercer Guilford Kate Mercer (née Catherine Ann Jones), 73, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, artist, and friend, passed away unexpectedly at her home Monday, Dec. 29, 2025. Kate was born April 17, 1952, in South Weymouth, Mass., to the late Joseph Louis Jones Jr. and Dorothy Jeanne (Jennings) Jones. She was raised in Lancaster, Pa., alongside her older brother Joseph Louis Jones III and younger sister Carolyn Jones Borris. She is survived by her devoted husband, Kieran Doherty; her daughters, Lauren Mercer, wife of Andrey Zinchuk, and Alyson Merrill, wife of Brett Merrill; and her cherished grandchildren, Lida and Yuri Zinchuk and Harper and Phoebe Merrill. She is also survived by Kieran Doherty Jr. andhis wife, Kelly, and their daughters, Dylan and Gray, as well as Kaitlin Doherty. Kate attended Manheim Township High School in Lancaster, Pa., and went on to graduate from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio, where she studied photography and earned a degree in social work. Kate and her first husband, Robert “Bob” Mercer, raised their daughters in Stonington. There, Kate built a successful career as a photographer, operating her own photography business for more than 30 years. Through her lens, she

captured countless weddings, family celebrations, and portraits, creating memories that will be treasured for generations. During her years in Stonington, she was a member of the Wadawanuk Club, supported the Child and Family Agency, and volunteered enthusiastically in all of her daughters’ activities. After retiring, Kate spent her later years in Guilford and Madison, where she delighted in time with her grandchildren, cooking, and gardening. She loved to travel, ride her bike, and play with her grandchildren in her pool. She was a member of the Madison Beach Club and the Madison Garden Club, and she continued to nurture her artistic talents by studying painting at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum. Kate’s boundless energy, creativity, and warmth filled every room she entered. She was known for her kindness, her laughter, and her deep love of her family. She will be profoundly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, at Water’s Edge, 1525 Boston Post Road, Westbrook. A private burial will be held in the spring at West Cemetery in Madison. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are in the care of Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, please visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

Gerd Nelson, age 94, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2025, surrounded by love. She lived a long, rich life filled with kindness, laughter, and devotion to family and friends. Born on Feb.19, 1931, in Newark, N.J., Gerd witnessed nearly a century of change and met it with grace, curiosity, and strength. She was known for her warm smile, generous heart, and steady wisdom. Gerd cherished her family above all else. She found joy in simple moments, shared meals, heartfelt conversations, and time spent with those she loved. Her life was full in the very best way possible. She was married to David George Nelson for 62 years, and together they built a life rooted in Madison. Gerd was a devoted mother to Gary Nelson (Pam) of Florida, Nancy Eastwood (Mark) of Madison, Kenneth Nelson of Guilford, and David Nelson (Danielle) of Madison. She was a loving grandmother to Courtney and Lindsay Nelson, Wesley Eastwood (Nicole), Katherine O’Toole (Ryan), and Kristen Sabatelli (Erik); and a proud greatgrandmother to Ellison Eastwood and Miles O’Toole. She was predeceased by her sister, Liv Rankin. Gerd owned The Book Swap during the 1970s and remained deeply involved

in her community throughout her life. She was a longtime member of the Lutheran Church of Madison, served as President of the Madison ABC Program from 1986 to 1989, volunteered as a driver for Meals on Wheels, and gave her time to Strong House and Act II Thrift Shop. Gerd had a lifelong love of creativity and the outdoors. She enjoyed gardening, singing, and especially tennis, and was known for her hand-painted Santas and other personal creations. Nantucket was a place of deep meaning for Gerd and her family. For nearly 50 years, they shared summers there, creating a rare tradition that brought generations together. Nights at Great Point, with beach cookouts and endless laughter, became some of the family’s most treasured memories. Gerd’s playful spirit shone brightest there, and those stories will live on. Her legacy of love and strength will continue to guide all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Madison ABC Program, the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 752840692 https://www.heart.org/ or Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405; https://www.hospice.com/donate/. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

Volunteer Opportunity to Help Others

Choral Scholarship Program for High School Students

The nonprofit hospice program of Yale Health at Home has volunteer opportunities in the following areas: patient/caregiver companions; complementary therapies, including massage, Reiki, reflexology, pet therapy, art, and music; bereavement and spiritual support; and veteran-to-veteran. Volunteers receive free mandatory screenings, training, the support and appreciation of a team, and more. Volunteers can choose their preferred towns from those served by the hospice program, which include Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, North Branford, North Haven, Northford, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. For more information, contact Jo Ann Begley at 203-453-7659 or joann.begley@ynhh.org, or visit ynhhs.org/health-athome/about/volunteer.

High school students are invited to audition for a place in The Anglican Singers, artists-in-residence at St. James Episcopal Church in New London. The choir is dedicated to preserving the English choral tradition of choral evensong. Selected singers will rehearse weekly from September through May in New London, receive instruction from Music Director Simon Holt, and sing alongside experienced vocalists. The group performs up to eight services and concerts during the season at St. James Episcopal Church, 76 Federal Street, New London, and at venues from Mystic to New Haven. Students accepted into the program must pass an audition with Holt and will receive a $500 stipend toward voice lessons or relevant training. Positions are open in the soprano, alto, tenor, and bass sections. For more information or to audition, email Simon Holt at smo.artisticdirector@yahoo.com.

SPORTS • THE SOURCE • JANUARY 15, 2026

Sports

The Source Valley Courier Thursday, January 15, 2026

Hand Overcomes First Quarter Deficit to Top Guilford 40-35 By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Physical, chippy, intense, and dramatic are all adjectives to describe Monday’s rivalry matchup between Daniel Hand and the Guilford boys’ basketball. Both teams entered the game hoping to use the matchup as fuel to turn the season around after rough starts, but the final result came down to the final buzzer. It was a battle. Hand defeated Guilford 40-35, but the Tigers had to earn every point they got. Guilford jumped out to an early 16-8 lead after the first quarter, but Hand managed to stifle the Grizzlies’ offensive rhythm and hold them to just four points for the rest of the half. The defensive focus allowed Hand to crawl back on the scoreboard and ultimately take the lead 22-20 going into halftime. Guilford, however, stayed resilient and battled back from as high as a nine-point deficit. Down by three with a chance to tie, Guilford created two good looks to push overtime, but was unable to cash in from behind the three-point line. Hand coach Jimmy Economopoulos said they knew a rivalry game against Guilford would be physical and competitive, but he is pleased with the way the team responded. “We knew it was going to be like that. Both teams always come out physical. It got heated in there for a minute. They had to warn the benches, but I was happy with how my team responded,” Economopoulos said. “We don’t have a ton of varsity experience with this group returning from last year, so this was their first time in an environment like this. They rose to the occasion.” The difference in the ball game for Hand came in the second and third quarters when they forced Guilford off the three-point line. In the first quarter, Guilford junior Connor Sullivan cashed in

Photo by Serenity J. Bishop

Hand records back-to-back victories for the first time this season with a 40-35 victory over rival Guilford.

three three-pointers, outscoring Hand by himself. Andrew Voytek knocked down one from deep in the first quarter as well. However, in the second quarter, Gumwel Malek was the only one to record a field goal. Economopoulos said Hand started to play with what the game plan was. “They have a couple of really great shooters. Sullivan can really fill it up, and the game plan was to really get him off the three-point line,” Economopoulos said. “We weren’t focused enough. We weren’t paying attention to the game plan, so we just had to regroup a little bit. They were also killing us on the glass. I

didn’t see the effort I was hoping to come out with. We came out flat, but we were able to respond.” It’s been a tough start to the season for Hand. The team entered Monday night 2-4, and has struggled with the lack of varsity experience. The Tigers graduated most of their starters from last year, and also lost several of their top producers to injury to start the year. The lack of captains Thomas McCullough and Jonas Markovitz to start the year quickly showed wholes in their production. Hand entered the year with high hopes, but after the loss of All-State guard McCullough, the Tigers are ree-

valuating and taking a game-bygame approach. The strengths so far have been to play physically and through centers Timothy O’Malley and Andrew Young. The team lacks some perimeter quickness and overall scoring, but the latter has certainly improved since Markovitz has return to the lineup. Hand has shown an ability to remain resilient over the last two games against Guilford and Hamden. The Tigers were down 13 at halftime against Hamden and managed to come back and win, and erased a first-quarter deficit against Guilford to win back-to-back games.

“It’s definitely been some growing pains and some bumps in the road, but I’m happy with the trajectory that we’re on,” Economopoulos said. “They come in ready to work every day. It’s a good group of guys. We just have to keep getting better…These two games have been a step in the right direction.” With the latest loss to Hand, Guilford has now dropped three consecutive games and has fallen to 3-5 this season. A factor that contributed to Guilford’s loss on Monday was its reliance on the deep ball, specifically once Hand began to chip away at the lead. Guilford coach Jeff DeMaio said the team has continued to fight throughout each game to begin the season, and continued to show fight throughout the game against Hand regardless of the scoreboard. “It was a very physical game, like the Hand-Guilford usually are. That’s old school, low scoring, every possession matters, and sometimes basketball is a very simple game. They made a couple more shots than we made,” DeMaio said, “We needed it, they needed it, and they got it.” Guilford was led in points by Sullivan with 16 points, but DeMaio took a moment to highlight Malek, who showed up on both sides of the ball. Malek helped spark Guilford’s climb down the stretch with his rebounding, shot-making, and defensive pressure, on and off the ball. “Number one, he’s a great kid, and two, he’s the hardest worker in the entire program that we have,” DeMaio said. “Every practice, every game, his improvement is amazing, and he has no off switch. He was everywhere tonight and made a couple of shots late. We just didn’t make enough shots.” Guilford and Hand will meet again on the court on Monday, Jan. 26, at Guilford at 7 p.m.

JANUARY 15, 2026 • THE SOURCE • SPORTS

Responsible Yak Anglers Safeguard Refuge Habitats If you already own a kayak or have acquired one over the holiday and currently use or plan on using it primarily for fishing, then its benefits have thus far been realized. Portability, easy access to previously unavailable locations, and stealthy approaches are just a few named inducements. But there are downsides that yak anglers should understand and, therefore, consider adjusting accordingly. While the rise of kayak fishing is often celebrated for its low carbon footprint, the sheer volume of new participants and the unique capabilities of these vessels have introduced specific pressures on both inland and marine fisheries. The primary “negative” impact stems from increased access. Kayaks allow anglers to reach sensitive, previously untouched nurseries and ‘skinny’ waters that motorized boats cannot enter. Harvesting pressures and micro-overfishing are major concerns with virgin stocks. The primary concern regarding harvest is not necessarily that one kayaker takes too many fish, but that kayaks open up refuge habitats. In the past, shallow marshes, narrow creeks, and remote ponds acted as natural sanctuaries where fish could grow and spawn away from heavy boat pressure. Kayaks eliminate these safe zones, leading to localized depletion of breeding-age fish. Additionally, there is a stealth advantage. Because kayaks are virtually silent, they do not trigger the ‘flight’ response in fish that loud outboards do. This higher efficiency in shallow water can lead to high catch-per-uniteffort, which, if combined with harvest rates, can quickly de-populate a small water-dependent ecosystem, of which Connecticut has many. The ‘Stealth Killer,’ as it is referred to, is release mortality. Even when kayak anglers practice catch-and-release, the environment of a kayak can inadvertently increase ‘post-release mortality.’ Handling fish in small spaces causes stress. As one knows, releasing a fish from a cramped kayak cockpit often

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involves more ‘manhandling’ than on a flat boat deck. Fish are more likely to be dropped, held against hot plastic surfaces, or kept out of the water while an angler fumbles for a camera or pliers. Then we have deep hooking with live bait. Many new kayak anglers rely on live bait to increase success. Research shows that live-bait fishing leads to a significantly higher rate of ‘guthooking.’ In a kayak, the delay in setting the hook (while managing paddles or pedals) can increase the likelihood of the fish swallowing the bait. Not good if, ultimately, the hooked fish is to be released. As we already know, inline circle hooks to help reduce ‘release mortality’ are mandatory when bait fishing for striped bass. Not only does water temperature have a relationship between depth, spawning, migration, etc., on fish, but also on oxygen levels. Fish are sensitive to temperature fluctuations and extremely responsive to oxygen levels. Kayakers often fish very shallow ‘backwater’ creeks or sundrenched flats where water temperatures are highest. Research again indicates that release mortality skyrockets when water temperatures exceed 77 degrees, as fish’s oxygen demand exceeds what the warm water can provide after a stressful fight. Perhaps, this is another reason causing the release mortality numbers to be grossly skewed by fisheries management’s stock assessment calculations and therefore, requiring corrective measures in need of priority addressing. Finally, two thoughts to consider when kayaking (inland, estuaries, tidal rivers and near shore marine waters) are habitat intrusion and disturbance. Kayaks are often marketed as ‘eco-friendly,’ but their ability to go anywhere is a double-edged sword for the environment. Erosion and bank damage can occur! Unlike motorized boats that use established ramps, kayakers

bank erosion, destruction of riparian vegetation, and increased sedimentation in small streams. There are prop scars versus ‘hull drag’ to consider. While kayaks do not have propellers to scar seagrass, many anglers drag their hulls across shallow shellfish beds, mud flats and sensitive aquatic vegetation (like eelgrass) to reach deeper pockets of water. This disrupts the ‘benthonic crust’ - the layer of algae and microorganisms that form the base of the food chain. Additionally, ‘wildlife flushing’ occurs during habitat intrusion and disturbance - as when ospreys, egrets, blue herons and harbor seals that normally feed on small fish are pushed out. Frequent ‘flushing’ caused by high volumes of kayakers can cause these animals to expend vital energy reserves, potently leading to nest abandonment or reduced survival rates for offspring. Kayaking today is much different than it was as little as 5 years ago. There are many more yaks on our waters, and it seems as though everywhere one looks, they are for sale. From simple to off-the-shelf versions, custom configurations, ‘spot-locks’ to highend navigation equipment and high-resolution fish finders, fish are not only fighting for their freedom, but today, their survival. Don’t take this wrong! We have covered some really outstanding fishing experiences on these water sleds. Kayaks themselves provide another excellent dimension for recreational fishing and on-the-water fun. However, we, as ‘stewards’ of our natural resources, must take extra precautions to limit any negative impact we may cause to our ecosystem in order to ensure its future health, longevity and vibrant fishery. b

On The Water: Low pressure over the Great Lakes passed to the north as a secondary low took over the Gulf of Maine and tracked up into the Canadian Maritimes. Snowfall eased its grip on southern New

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Fishing from a kayak offers benefits not enjoyed by other methods however there are unintended consequences to our ecosystem when kayakers brush aside common sense.

England as high pressure built in from the west. A frontal system then impacted the area with a mostly rain event following a stretch of moderating temperatures, which led to a January thaw. Predawn air temperatures remained mostly in the 30s before reaching 40 degrees, then dropped to the low 20s while daytime temps hit 47 degrees before they dipped to near freezing. Clouds mixed with sun and some rain marked most days. North/northeast winds to 30 knots lifted seas to three feet, prompting small craft advisories, while Long Island Sound water temps remained around 33-35 degrees. Long Island Sound remained rather quiet with the exception of preying eagles and gulls. While on the freshwater side - and during weather events - local waters did provide better action for anglers looking for the challenge. A continuation of trout and Atlantic salmon fishing, along with the option to catch panfish and other lake and pond fish species feeding intermittently, sparked interest. To some, the recent January thaw opened up certain inland waters but at the same time, many local hard waters gave way to flowing water and slush, leading ice fishers to head up to Connecticut’s north woods or out of state. All in all, if

one wanted to supplement getting a jump on the upcoming season’s to-do list, casting a line in the sweet water was a good option. Note: Email us pics of your catches to share with our USA and International fishing friends who keep up with the latest fishing news and frequent social media. Or contact Captain Morgan for a fly-fishing trip of a lifetime to a remote national or international fishing destination. For all things fishy including ice fishing, the latest gear, flies/fly fishing, rods/reels, clam/crabbing supplies, fishing trips, 2026 licenses/permits and much more, swing by the shop located at 21 Boston Post Road, Madison or call 203-245-8665 for updated winter hours. Until next time from your Connecticut shoreline’s full-service fishing outfitter, Authorized Penn Premium Dealer and promoter of the Daiwa Tournament Program, where we don’t make the fisherman, we make the fisherman better. Tight Lines, Captain Morgan captainmorganusa @hotmail.com captainmorganfish.blogspot.com X (formerly twitter) @captmorgan_usa

SPORTS • THE SOURCE • JANUARY 15, 2026

Hand Fencing Earns Victories Madison Hoop Dreams Holding Basketball Camps on Over Cheshire, Watkinson Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Over February Vacation By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The cost is $60 per day for the six-hour camp. However, to encourage teams to attend, if 3 or 4 teammates are attending, Madison Hoop Dreams will offer a discounted price of $55 per player each day. If there are five or more teammates, the cost is $50 per player per day. Interested attendees are encouraged to have a parent contact coach Bill Barker with the names of the teammates attending. If possible, teammates will be put on the same team. However, trades may be necessary to balance the competition. In addition, the organization are combining the three days to offer a discount to families who have a total of four or more days of camp. For example, two siblings attending two or three days will pay $55 per player per day, or three or more siblings attending two or three days would pay $50 per player per day. Madison Hoop Dreams also offers financial assistance where needed. For more information and to register, go to www.madisonhoopdreams.com. If you have any questions or need financial assistance, please call or text Coach Barker at 203-494-6905 or email him at wab6933@ gmail.com.

By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Madison Hoop Dreams will be at Robert H. Brown School, holding camp on Martin Luther King Day, Jan. 19, and over February vacation on Feb 16. and 17. The organization’s objective is to help each camper improve their skills and increase their enjoyment of basketball. It is also a service to parents who are working and want a structured, wellsupervised, and fun camp that promotes good sportsmanship and positive social interaction. The camp is for players in grades 3-8 and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Players are encouraged to register early to ensure a spot. The camp limit is 60 players. The camp is co-ed and draws players from across the 15-town area. Each day starts with an hour of skill development. Then, campers will participate in competitive basketball games for the remainder of the day. During the games, the coaches instruct to help each player improve their knowledge and understanding of the game. It is an excellent opportunity for all players to improve their skills for the basketball season. In addition, the camp will have a guest speaker to motivate the campers.

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Friday, Jan. 16: vs. West Haven at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20: vs. Xavier at 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 16: at Mercy at 3:50 p.m. Monday, Jan. 19: at Suffield at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21: vs. Hamden at 3:10 p.m.

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Saturday, Jan. 17: at Hall at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21: vs. Fairfield Prep at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 17: vs. Amity at 4:20 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21: vs. East Haven Coop at 3:45 p.m.

Photo by Michael Ginsburg

Fencers Max Lane, and Alfie Parkyn pose at Hand’s JV Tournament on Jan. 10.

feated across the two meets (6–0) to bring his season record to 9–0. Johnson added four victories across the two matches, while Diana rounded out the lineup as Hand held Watkinson to four wins in both meets. In men’s foil, Hand again earned 5–4 wins in both meets. Senior captain Gedeon LaRiviere led the way, going undefeated across the series (6–0). Senior Declan Mahoney added three victories, while senior David Bixon contributed two wins. On the girls’ side, the women’s foil team delivered two dominant performances, earning 8–1 wins in both meets. Senior Kathryn Franson and sophomore Ari Lee each went undefeated across the two matches (6–0). Sophomore Ingrid Burton added two victories, while Haggan picked up one win in each meet, continuing her strong start to varsity competition. The week concluded on Saturday at the JV tournament at North Haven High School. In men’s sabre, Alfie Parkyn and sophomore Max Lane tied for third place. In men’s foil, Bixon placed 11th overall, while Lee also finished 11th in women’s foil.

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Boys Basketball Friday, Jan 16: at Old Saybrook at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20: vs. Portland at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21: vs. Valley Regional at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 20: at Lauralton Hall at 7 p.m.

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The Daniel Hand High School fencing team competed in a full week of action, opening with a home meet against Cheshire High School, followed by a homeand-home series with Watkinson, and closing the week at the JV tournament held at North Haven High School. Hand opened the week against Cheshire High School. The men’s epee team set the tone, earning an 8–1 win. Senior captain Robbie Ginsburg led the way, going undefeated (3–0). Senior Henry Diana added two victories, as did junior James Boyd. Senior Alexander Johnson won his lone bout of the evening to complete the team win. The men’s sabre team followed with another strong performance, earning an 8–1 victory. Senior Joshua Lee and junior Owen Swift each finished 3–0, while senior Alfie Parkyn added two wins. Junior Eli Boyer picked up a key victory in the lineup to help secure the match. On the girls’ side, the women’s sabre team earned a 6–3 win. Senior captain Kasey Chen and junior Neveah Hastings both went undefeated (3–0), accounting for all six of Hand’s wins in the meet. In women’s epee, Hand dropped a 6–3 decision. Senior captain Amber Kittel led the squad with two victories, while junior Emily Mathews added one win to round out Hand’s scoring. A highlight of the Cheshire meet came in women’s foil, where freshman novice fencer Ellie Haggan earned the first varsity win of her career. Hand later faced Watkinson in a homeand-home series during the week. The men’s epee team continued its strong run across both meets, earning 5–4 wins in each contest. Ginsburg went unde-

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Over the Christmas break, most high school athletes took the time to rest, sit back, and enjoy time with their families, but standout Hand lacrosse player Ava Bonalsky celebrated the holidays by playing lacrosse internationally. Bonalsky traveled to Hong Kong and Manila to compete as part of the Philippines’ national team, where she helped the team walk away with multiple medals. The Philippine Lacrosse Association earned silver in the World Lacrosse Super Sixes Tournament in Hong Kong and then earned gold while playing in Manila. The unique experience stemmed from putting her name in the hat to play in a smaller tournament in Boston called the Heritage Cup in 2025. To play for the national team, players had to be at least third-generation Filipino, which Bonalsky is from her maternal grandmother. Bonalsky returned to play for the Philippines’ national team several times after Boston, but was elated when they called her to return for the opportunity to play in the international tournaments. She said what began as just throwing her name into the hat, like throwing spaghetti to the wall, turned into a lifetime experience. “Visiting both countries and seeing the different culture there was just so amazing, but in order to go to play lacrosse was just the time of my life,” Bonalsky said. “Being able to play at a high level and really show ourselves was just so much fun, and it was really cool to also see other people celebrating our victories. Honestly, internationally, that was like the first time I’ve ever really felt like other people besides my teammates were celebrating my victories.” Bonalsky added that all of the spectators, fans, opponents, and even the men’s team were all celebrating each other’s accomplishments.

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“It really felt like no matter what the result was for any other team, it felt like a big win for everyone,” she said. “Just being able to be on such a big stage and being able to just play for something bigger than themselves. It was just so amazing to see.” Lacrosse has been a major part of Bonalsky’s life. At first, she tried a number of different sports, and even picked up taekwondo, where she is a second-degree black belt, but it was in the fourth grade when she first picked up a stick and fell in love with the spring sport. Last season, she helped lead Hand to a state championship appearance as a junior. Her exceptional play as the team’s goalie allowed her to be the backbone of a successful regular and postseason run. Individually, her development and standout play have also allowed her to garner significant college interest. Bonalsky has committed to play Division I lacrosse at Hofstra in New York. Bonalsky said it was a long process that started in eighth grade when she first made up her mind that she would definitely play lacrosse at the collegiate level. She said when it comes to playing club lacrosse, it’s either that players want to reach the highest level possible or they just play for fun. “There’s really no in between. I immediately fell in love with the sport, and I just knew that I wanted to play,” Bonalsky said. “I did a lot of extra work, and I have literally every coach to thank for how far I’ve come.” The Connecticut product started as a young player envisioning herself at the highest levels, and once the calls started to come in over the past year, she knew the dream had become a

reality. She said when she got the call from Hofstra Women’s Lacrosse coach Shannon Smith in September, her dream was 100 percent fulfilled. “Honestly, half the time it still feels like a fever dream,” Bonalsky said. “I’m so excited for it. I’ve always loved watching lacrosse on TV, and being able to say that could one day be me, like having my games live-streamed, it’s just so amazing.” With all the glamour of being a collegiate athlete, Bonalsky’s mindset is based on her own development. Her excitement stems from understanding how she will grow as a person and how her game will take the next level with more focus and attention at the Division I level. Her mother, Caroline, said the word proud does not give the feeling justice that she and Ava’s father, Len, feel toward all the accomplishments their daughter has obtained. She added that she also saw a lot of growth from Bonalsky with how quickly she adjusted and flourished during international. “Ava has always excelled at whatever she wanted to do in life and worked hard at it,” her mother said. “Proud is not the word I can come up with. If there was a better word for it, I would tell you, but it’s immense, whatever this feeling is that we have after watching her in Hong Kong. We knew that it was going to be a good experience for her, but we just didn’t realize how much she was going to flourish in that environment.” With one last season to go in high school lacrosse, Bonalsky has been enjoying her senior season so far. In fact, she just wrapped up her four-year volleyball career at Hand, where, as the team captain, she helped lead the team to the second round of the state tournament. Bonalsky and Hand volleyball exceeded expectations this season after many thought the team would be in a rebuilding role after graduating double-digit seniors from the year before. As the team

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Daniel Hand lacrosse standout Ava Bonalsky commits to play Division I lacrosse at Hofstra.

leader, Bonalsky focused on building team camaraderie, which held them together throughout the year. This spring, she will be hoping to lead the lacrosse team back to the state championship and finish the deal this year. The senior believes this season they have all the pieces needed to claim the state title with experience, leadership, and talented underclassmen who will play important roles for the team. “I really feel like this is our year. I know, especially from my own grade, everybody works so incredibly hard. We have a num-

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Essex Winter Series 2026 Season Begins Jan. 25 The 49th season of Essex Winter Series (EWS) begins with its first concert on Sunday, Jan. 25, at Valley Regional High School, 256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River. Crafting a season that weaves together stellar performances with the celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s independence, new EWS Artistic Director and flutist Tara Helen O’Connor begins by gathering friends for a program called Timeless Bonds & New Horizons. Joining O’Connor for the inaugural Mihae Lee Legacy Concert are Ani Kavafian, violin; Peter Wiley, cello; and Shai Wosner, piano—four leading chamber musicians in an unforgettable collaboration to perform works by J.S. Bach, Mel Bonis, and Valerie Coleman, culminating in Schubert’s ravishing Trio in B-flat Major, D. 898. For the second concert on Sunday, Feb. 22, jazz advisor Jeff Barnhart is thrilled to announce the return of EWS favorite Vince Giordano, who will lead his incredible jazz orchestra, the Nighthawks Orchestra, for an afternoon of hot and sweet music of the 1920s and ’30s. Giordano told Barnhart that the EWS audiences are among the most rewarding he’s performed in front of, averring, “It’s like returning to visit old friends!” Indeed, this concert marks the fifth time the group has graced the EWS stage, making it the most requested jazz ensemble in the history of the series. Be part of this increasingly rare opportunity to experience the incredible jazz orchestra, Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks, outside of their New York City home. The award-winning Trio Animoso will grace the stage at Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek, 55 East Kings Highway, Chester, on Sunday, March 22, for the third EWS concert. This phenomenal group of young artists—Sophia Jean, flute; Julian Seney, viola; and Subin Lee, harp—formed at Yale and won first prize at the Angel Padilla Crespo International Harp Competition. Trio Animoso will delight with a program called “French Impressions, American Echoes.” Selections include

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The Nighthawks with band members on the left and Vince Giordano on the right are the performers for the second concert of the Essex Winter Series.

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The performers for the first concert of the Essex Winter Series 2026 season are, clockwise from top left: Ani Kavafian, violin; Peter Wiley, cello; Shai Wosner, piano; Tara Helen O'Connor, flute.

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Chanticleer performs in the fourth concert for the Essex Winter Series.

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The third concert features the Trio Animoso members, from left to right: Sophia Jean, flute; Subin Lee, harp; and Julian Seney, viola.

Debussy’s Sonata for flute, viola, and harp, as well as pieces by Rameau, Ravel, and Bonis. Having captivated audiences worldwide, Chanticleer, the Grammy Award-winning choral ensemble of 12 male voices, again appears on stage with a soaring, spellbinding program called “Without A Song.” This “orchestra of voices” will close the season on Sunday, April 12, at Valley Regional High School. All concerts take place at 3 p.m. with general admission tickets of $45 for adults and $5 for students. Discounted subscriptions are available as well. Parking and entry/seating accessibility are available for all the concert venues. For more information or

tickets, call 860-272-4572 or visit www.essexwinterseries.com. The 2026 season sponsors include ASP Trust, BrandTech Scientific, Clark Group, Essex Bank and Essex Financial Services, Essex Meadows, Jeffrey N. Mehler CFP LLC, Masonicare at Chester Village, Tower Laboratories, and WSHU. EWS also acknowledges the support for its mission of concerts and community outreach received in part through grant funding by ASP Trust, Community Foundation of Middlesex County, Connecticut Office of the Arts/DECD/NEA, Essex Bank Community Investment Program, and The Kitchings Family Foundation.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 15 Book Club: Noon to 2 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Book: The Berry Pickers: A Novel by Amanda Peters. For info or to register, call 203315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. STEM Challenge: Build a Bridge: 4 to 4:45 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features a hands-on engineering activity for children in K to grade 4. For info or to register (required), call 203-4881441. Teddy Bear Clinic: 5 to 6 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Children ages 2 to 10 bring stuffed animals for a pretend medical check-up. For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Opening Reception for Artists in Exhibition: 5 to 7 p.m. Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) West Gallery, 360 State St., New Haven, The exhibit runs through Tuesday, March 31, and features the art of Barbara Fenton, Lisa Hess Hesselgrave, Molly McDonald, Edith Reynolds, and MJ Stevenson. For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org/events. Shoreline Opera Club Discussion of the Met in HD Live Broadcast: I Puritani: 5:30 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Open to all. For info, email ShorelineOperaClub@gmail.com. American Girl Doll Club: 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. Features a story or discussion, activities, and a craft from a different history time period. Dolls don’t have to be American Girl. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Behind-the-Scenes Curator’s Tour of the Pronounced Ah-Beetz Exhibit: 6 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave. Led by co-curator Jason Bischoff-Wurstle. The exhibit’s title comes from the way many people mispronounce the word "apizza," which originally grew out of the Italian "la pizza." Free with regular museum admission. The exhibit runs through October 2027. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.

by the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a talk on how Mortillaro identified and authenticated an Auguste Rodin sculpture of Napoleon Bonaparte hiding in plain sight in New Jersey. Second in a two-part series, “Exciting Discoveries in Art History.” Free and open to all. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

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Virtual Art Talk: Uncovering a Masterpiece: 6:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Features curator Mallory Mortillaro discussing the authentication of an Auguste Rodin sculpture. Registration is required. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Winter Family Painting Workshop: 10 a.m. to noon. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For families with children ages 6 to 12. Led by Valley Regional High School art teacher Jessica Stedman. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit essexlibrary.org.

Shoreline Sailing Club Event: 7 p.m. Clark Memorial Field, 210 Elm St., Old Saybrook. For active singles 35 and over. New members are welcome and sailing experience is not necessary. Cost: free for members and first-time guests, $10 for others. BYOB. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

Weaving Mug Rugs Workshop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. Participants will complete four tabby patterns inspired by classic fabric arts: a ninepatch quilt block, plaid, gingham, and bordered square. Cost: $37.80 for members, $42 for nonmembers. Materials fee of $12 is payable with the tuition. To register, visit guilfordartcenter.org. For info, call 203-453-5947.

In Public: 50 years of Candid Street Photography with George Schaub: 7 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features a visual presentation and commentary by Guilford resident and photographer George Schaub on the people, places, and moments that have shaped his work. For info or to register, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Stop Motion Animation Workshop: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Drop-ins welcome by space is limited. Participants may stay longer to finish their projects. For info or to register, contact 860-5260018 or ChesterKidLib@gmail.com.

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

FRIDAY, JAN. 16 Friday Night “Oldie” Film: 7 to 9 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Not rated. Doors open at 6:50 p.m. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library. For info, including the name of the movie, call 203-488-8702 or visit wwml.org. Miss Hysteria: 7:30 p.m. The Goodspeed, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Part of Goodspeed’s Festival of New Musicals. For info or tickets, call 860-873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org. Concert by Kashmir (Tribute Led Zeppelin): 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Cabaret Performance by Rona Siddiqui: 10 p.m. The Goodspeed, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Part of Goodspeed’s Festival of New Musicals. For info or tickets, call Art Talk with Curator Mallory Mortillaro: The Discovery of a Masterpiece: 6:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Sponsored 860-873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org.

Saturday Sleuths Book Club: 10 to 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: She’s Not Sorry by Mary Kubica. Snacks will be provided. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.

Frames in Film Encore: Hopper: An American Love Story: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen, in collaboration with the Florence Griswold Museum. Running time: 90 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. Festival Seminars: 1 to 4:30 p.m. The Goodspeed, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Part of Goodspeed’s Festival of New Musicals. For info or tickets, call 860-873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org. Creative Crafts with Jesse: Birthday Cards: 2 to 3:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Participants create three birthday cards using stamping, embossing, and die-cut techniques. Registration required. For info or to register, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Teams work on identical puzzles within a set time; prizes awarded to the first three teams to finish. Team size: two to four participants. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit See page 21

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Family-Friendly Event Honors MLK at New Haven Museum A family friendly celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. will be held at the New Haven Museum on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 1 to 4 p.m. The theme of the all-ages MLK Day at New Haven Museum (NHM) will be Dr. King’s acceptance speech for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. The event will include viewings of Dr. King’s inspiring Nobel acceptance speech and participation in creating a colorful community mobile inspired by the speech. Families and friends will gather in the Clement Room to make their own contributions to a fun, mixed-media mobile using assorted materials and supplies generously donated by EcoWorks, a local recycling shop that promotes the use of surplus materials for art, craft, and education. There will also be a reading nook with 10 community/MLKrelated books from New Haven Free Public Library and a coloring corner with coloring pages relating to Dr. King’s quotes. NHM educator Rohanna Ssanyu Delossantos notes the event is inspired by the following quote from Dr. King’s Nobel Peace Prize speech: “I have the audacity to believe that peoples everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for their minds, and

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New Haven Museum educator Rohanna Ssanyu Delossantos

dignity, equality and freedom for their spirits.” She adds that visitors will be able to take home extra coloring sheets, a flyer describing the community mobile they helped create, and a copy of Dr. King’s Nobel Prize acceptance speech. b

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Continued from page 20 A Tribute to Prince: 5 p.m. Water's Edge Resort & Spa, 1525 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. Performed by Purple Luscious Love. Tickets: $74 per person, includes a buffet dinner. Guests purchasing less than 10 tickets will be seated at tables with other guests. For info or reservations, call 860-399-5901 or visit watersedgeresortandspa.com/events.

Colony Historical Society in 1862. Located in downtown New Haven at 114 Whitney Avenue, the museum brings more than 375 years of New Haven history to life through its collections, exhibitions, programs, and outreach. As a Blue Star Museum, the New Haven Museum offers the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, free admission all year. For more information, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.

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Concert by the Amish Outlaws: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. 20th Anniversary Festival Concert: 9:30 p.m. The Goodspeed, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Part of Goodspeed’s Festival of New Musicals. For info or tickets, call 860-8738668 or visit goodspeed.org.

Festival Dinner at Gelston House: 5:30 p.m. Gelston House, 8 Main St., East Haddam. Part of Goodspeed’s Fes- SUNDAY, JAN. 18 tival of New Musicals. For info or tickets, call 860-873Inaugural Consignment Art Sale: Noon to 4 p.m. Con8668 or visit goodspeed.org. gregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek (CBSRZ), 55 East Kings Hwy., Chester. Features original prints, drawings, Winter Dance Party: 7 to 10 p.m. Time to Dance Balland paintings from area collections. Works by the followroom Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford. ing artists will be for sale: Irving Amen, Hella Bailin, Nohra Admission: $20, includes a group lesson from 7 to 7:30 led by Karen Pfrommer. For info, email info@timeto- Barros, James Britton, William Hogarth 1835 reprint, John Massimino, Josef Presser, Lynn Shaler, and many more. A danceballroom.com. portion of the proceeds benefits CBSRZ. To RSVP, email office@cbsrz.org. For info, email Pat Sher at CBSRZF Word: 7:30 p.m. The Goodspeed, 6 Main St., East Hadgallery@gmail.com. dam. Part of Goodspeed’s Festival of New Musicals. For info or tickets, call 860-873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org.

Foolproof: 1 p.m. The Goodspeed, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Part of Goodspeed’s Festival of New Musicals. For info or tickets, call 860-873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org. Sunday Afternoon Concert: The Kenn Morr Band: 2 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features music by Kenn Morr with bandmates Tom Hagymasi (violin), Pat Ryan (bass), and Tido “T-Bone” Holtkamp (drums). Free and open to all. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. Winter Lecture Series: The Woman Who Printed the Declaration: 3:30 p.m. Hamilton Hall, Essex Meadows, 30 Bokum Rd. Concluding program in the Essex Historical Society’s Winter Lecture Series on the American Revolution. Features a talk by Dr. Emily Sneff, author of the forthcoming When the Declaration of Independence was News. Doors open at 3 p.m. Seating is first-come, firstserved. Registration is requested for non-Essex Meadows residents. For info, visit essexhistory.org/events.

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MONDAY, JAN. 19 Teen Drawing Workshop: 1 to 3 p.m. Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance Gallery, 1004 Main Street. For ages 12 to 18. Led by artist Edith Reynolds. Covers foundational drawing techniques, including line, shading, and perspective. Materials provided. Cost: $10. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), text Edith Reynolds at 203-232-4384. 41st Annual MLK Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. Branford High School (BHS), 185 E. Main St. Features a presentation by civil rights attorney Preston Tisdale, “Now Is the Time to Take a Stand,” with music by the BHS Music Makers. Hosted by the MLK Heritage Foundation and Branford High School. Tickets: $20 general admission, $5 for students. Includes full breakfast. Proceeds benefit scholarships for BHS students who embody the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. For info or tickets, visit mlkheritage.org.

TUESDAY, JAN. 20 Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. Hosted by the Chester Public Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/chesterctlibrary. Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. Hosted by the Essex Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-7671560 or visit libraryc.org/essexlib. Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries. Chester Blood Pressure Clinic: 2 to 3 p.m. Chester Town Hall community room, 203 Middlesex Ave. Free for Chester seniors and community members. For info, contact Public Health Nurse Sherry Carlson at 860-661-3300 or Scarlson@crahd.net.

JANUARY 15, 2026 • THE SOURCE • LIVING Sip and Paint Polar Bears: 2 to 3 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For grades 2 to 4. Participants will follow step-by-step directions to paint a polar bear, learn new art techniques, and sip on healthy juice boxes (provided). Space and supplies are limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Facts and Fibs Book Group: 3:30 p.m. Ivoryton Library, . Hosted by Mary Ann Pleva and Ginny Bliss. Book: Finding Me by Viola Davis. For info or to join, call 860-767-1252 or email staff@ivorytonlibrary.org. Pajama Story Time: 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For families with children of all ages. For info or to sign up for a spot, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Pickin’ Party: 6 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door, free for first-time guests. For info, visit musicnowfoundation.org. Author Event: Madeleine Dunnigan in Conversation with Marisa Helff: 6:30 p.m. RJ Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: Jean. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com. Parenting in the Smartphone Years: 7 p.m. Via Zoom. Parents and guardians will learn how to reset expectations with the Family Tech Agreement, spot red flags, lead the five must-have safety conversations, and partner with their child for healthier tech use. Part of the Family Tech Roadmap series. Hosted by the Center for Online Safety. For info or to register (required), visit centerforonlinesafety.com/haddam. Popcorn and PJs: Virtual Family Story Time: 7 p.m. Online event. Features author Pat Zietlow Miller and illustrator Jerry Jordan reading Unstoppable John, discussing their creative process, answering questions, and leading a brief drawing activity. Cost: $10 for the secure link to the live event; $30 for the full package, which includes the link, a signed copy of the book, popcorn, crayons, sketch pad, and additional materials shipped to the provided address. Presented by Read to Grow in Branford. For info or to register, call 203-488-6800 or visit readtogrow.org.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21 Shoreline Village Tea and Talk: 2 p.m. Parthenon Diner, 374 E. Main St., Branford. Features a conversation with members of Shoreline Village CT (SVCT). For info or to register, contact 203-747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org. Kate Classic Film: Adam's Rib: 2 and 7 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Inside the World of Hummingbirds: 4 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features a program on hummingbird species, behaviors, adaptations, and conservation concerns. Presented by Joe Attwater, conservation and education coordinator for the Connecticut Audubon Society’s Roger Tory Peterson (RTP) Estuary Center. Free and open to all. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. Migrate, Hibernate, and Adapt: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a STEAM program for ages 5 to 10 led by Steward Outdoor Day School, exploring how animals adapt to winter. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Greater Old Saybrook Chamber (GOSC) 2025 Annual Awards Night: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Saybrook Point Resort & Marina, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features a silent auction, a wine pull, live music, awards honoring community standouts, and more. Tickets: $45. For info or tickets, visit goschamber.com. Metropolitan Opera Talk: The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay: 6•p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features a lecture on the opera adaptation of the novel. Presented by Adriana Zabala, associate professor adjunct of voice and assistant dean of collaborative arts at the Yale School of Music. For info or to register, call 203•453•8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. Author Event: David Borges: 6:30 p.m. RJ Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: Hurley's Heroes. For info or to register (required), call 203-2453959 or visit rjjulia.com. Community Storyteller and Poetry Slam: 6:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to all. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org/events. Did a Connecticut Woman Kill Jack the Ripper?: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features a presentation examining a historical theory connecting a Connecticut woman to the Jack the Ripper case. Virtual participation by Zoom is an option. For info or to register (required), visit northbranfordlibraries.org.

THURSDAY, JAN. 22 Junior Librarians: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a new four-session program for ages 8 to 12 offering a behind-the-scenes look at library operations with the children’s and teen Librarians. Participants will explore organizing materials, designing displays, planning programs, and more. Free. Commitment to all four sessions and celebration is expected. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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LIVING • THE SOURCE • JANUARY 15, 2026 Continued from page 22 Colorful Paper Weaving: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For grades 1 to 3. Space and supplies are limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Connecticut River Ferries: Past, Present, and Future with Captain Paul Costello: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a talk on the histories of the Chester-Hadlyme and the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury ferries, the challenges both ferries faced, the reason they survived, the improvements made to them over the decades, and the future of the two remaining ferries. Free and open to all. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org. Drive-in Movie Night: 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Decorate a file box with paper plates for wheels and bring it to the library for a “drive-in” movie. Participants can sit in the “car” (or on the floor) in the children’s room for the film showing. Popcorn served. For info, including the movie title, or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Photo by Sara McIngvale Photography

Adriana Zabala

Opera Performer to Lecture on Groundbreaking Kavalier & Clay Press Release from the Shoreline Opera Club and Shoreline Village Connecticut

Opera performer and Yale University associate professor adjunct of voice Adriana Zabala will discuss the opera The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay at the Guilford Free Library, Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 6 p.m. Zabala starred in more than 55 operatic roles in the United States and abroad. Based on Michael Chabon’s Pulitzer prize-winning novel, the opera made its world premiere to open The Metropolitan Opera 2025-’26 season to sold-out audiences with critical acclaim. Mezzo soprano Zabala has appeared at Carnegie Hall and in collaborations with leading orchestras and ensembles nationwide. A Fulbright scholar and recognized Distinguished Vocal Artist of the American Prize, she records for Naxos, Bridge,

Puzzles and Pizza: 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Small teams and families will assemble puzzles in celebration of National Puzzle Day. Pizza will be served. Intended for all ages. Space is limited. For info or to register (required by Tuesday, Jan. 20), call 860399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org.

Author Event: Jen Hatmaker: 6:30 p.m. RJ Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: Awake: A Memoir. For info and New Focus, and is co-founder of the or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 Yale Song Lab and Assistant Dean of Col- or visit rjjulia.com. laborative Arts—the first woman to hold a leadership role in the history of the Yale National Theatre Live in HD Encore: Life of Pi: 7 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn CultuSchool of Music. Co-sponsored by the library with the ral Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old SayShoreline Opera Club and Shoreline Vil- brook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. lage Connecticut, the talk is free and open Running time: 150 minutes. For info or to the public. Registration for the lecture is tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit available at guilfordfreelibrary.org/ thekate.org. upcoming-events. Shoreline Village Connecticut provides An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe: members with services and programming 7•p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. to empower seniors to grow older in the Features a dramatic performance celehomes and neighborhoods that they love. brating the works of Poe. For info or to For more information about Shoreline Vil- register, call 203•453•8282 or visit guillage Connecticut, visit shoreline fordfreelibrary.org. villagect.org. For more information about the Shoreline Opera Club, email shorelineopera club@gmail.com.

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

FRIDAY, JAN. 23 Friday Movie Matinee: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Popcorn and soda provided. Registration preferred. For info, including the movie title, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Concert by Ellis Paul: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

SATURDAY, JAN. 24 Winter in Broomstick Ledges: 8:30 a.m. Broomstick Ledges, Guilford. Meet at the Bluff Head parking lot on Route 77. Features a 3.5-mile hike with a steep section and some rocky portions. Hosted by the Guilford Land Conservation Trust (GLCT). Led by GLCT Director Sam Mandel. Precipitation may cancel. For info or weatherrelated updates, text 347-969-4178. Practice SAT Exam: 9 a.m. to noon. Virtual event. Features a full-length practice SAT hosted by the library in partnership with C2 Education. For info or to register, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. Get Grounded for the New Year: EFT Tapping and Boundaries Workshop: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features a workshop led by energy practitioner Jess Leone introducing EFT tapping techniques focused on stress reduction and boundary setting. For info or to register (required), visit northbranfordlibraries.org. Volunteer Fair: 10 a.m. to noon. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Representatives from local nonprofits provide information on community work and volunteer opportunities. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

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Photo courtesy of the Clinton Art Society

Pittman’s Cove Seafood–Eleuthera, Bahamas, watercolor, by Paul Loescher

Photo courtesy of the Clinton Art Society

The Pollinator Garden, oil, by Lorraine Yurkewicz

Clinton Art Society Presents Winter Members Juried Exhibition Press Release from the Clinton Art Society

The Clinton Art Society (CAS) announces it is launching the 2026 exhibition season with its winter juried members exhibition on view from Monday, Jan. 26, through Thursday, April 23. The opening reception on Thursday, Jan. 29, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. is free and open to the public. “Wintertime is the perfect season to experience the

light, color, and warmth of art,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban. “We are honored to have Laura Leonard as our esteemed juror. We invite the community to visit the show and discover our accomplished local and regional artists who work in a vast array of styles and media,” she added. The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 East Main Street, Clinton, and is open during regular Town Hall hours.

About the Clinton Art Society CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and region working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and educational sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, email CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.

Afternoon Snow Shadows, oil, by Deborah Greco

First Snow Color Notes, pastel, by Diana Rogers

Photo courtesy of the Clinton Art Society

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SUNDAY, JAN. 25

Kids Create: Axolotl Keychains: 10:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Kids ages 6 to 12 will design and assemble beaded axolotl keychains using colorful pony beads. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Stamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. YMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored by the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit nhps1914.com.

Fourth Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Competition: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Teams (maximum four members) race to complete a 500-piece puzzle. The winning team receives a gift card to a local business. Free and open to all. Limited seating. Sponsored by the Friends of the Acton Library. For info or to register (required), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Open House at East Shoreline Catholic Academy: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. East Shoreline Catholic Academy, 62 Cedar St., Branford. Families with children in grades preK (age 3) to grade 6 can tour the school and learn about its project-based STREAM curriculum. Snow date: Saturday, Feb. 22. For info or to schedule an appointment, contact 203-488-8386 or admissions@eastshorelinecatholicacademy.org.

Lava Lamp Making Workshop: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Turkish Coffee Tasting: 2 to 4 p.m. James Creek. Features a hands-on workshop for Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., children exploring solubility and density Branford. Hosted by Peace Islands CT. Fea- while creating a lava lamp to take home. Led by STEAM Dreamers LLC. For info or tures presentations, demonstrations, activities, and Q&A exploring Turkish cof- to register (required), call 203-488-8702 or visit wwml.org. fee culture. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library. Free. For info or to Essex Winter Series (EWS): Timeless register (required), call 203-488-1441 x Bonds and New Horizons: 3 p.m. Valley 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Regional High School, 256 Kelsey Hill Rd., Concert by Suzanne O Davis: Tapestry: Deep River. Features the inaugural Mihae the Carole King Songbook: 3 and 8 p.m. Lee legacy concert with new Artistic The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Cen- Director Tara Helen O’Connor joined by ter, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or Ani Kavafian, violin; Peter Wiley, cello; and Shai Wosner, piano. Part of the EWS 2026 tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit Season, in the celebration of the 250th thekate.org. anniversary of America’s independence. Tickets: $45, general admission; $5, stuA Tribute to The Eagles: 5 p.m. Water's dents through college. For info or tickets, Edge Resort & Spa, 1525 Boston Post Rd., call 860-272-4572 or visit essexwinterWestbrook. Performed by The Eagles series.com. Experience. Tickets: $74 per person, Photo credit: Photography by Roman

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20th Annual Blood Drive Honors Nicole Flagge Press Release from Jay and Barbara Flagge

The 20th annual blood drive in honor of the 20th anniversary of the loss of Nicole Flagge, daughter of Jay and Barbara Flagge, takes place Thursday, Jan. 29, at East Creek Landing, 390 South Union Street, Guilford. Nicole was a caring individual and won the inaugural Carl A. Balestracci Humanitarian award at her school. This drive was started by retired Guil-

ford Police Officer Anthony Mastriano and his son TJ, who was Nicole’s best friend at Guilford High School, with the cooperation of both the Guilford Police and Fire departments. The blood drive is now run by the American Red Cross. Appointments are recommended. For more information or to make an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1800--733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code “Guilford”.

includes a buffet dinner. Guests purchasing less than 10 tickets will be seated at tables with other guests. For info or reservations, call 860-399-5901 or visit watersedgeresortandspa.com/events. Put the Phone Away, Let the Marbles Play: 10 to 11 a.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features a story with Mrs. Fig while adult caregivers and parents join a discussion with experts from the Shoreline Therapy Center on the topic, "Unplugging our Kids Without Losing Ourselves." Adults get practical tips, tricks, and strategies to help their family step away from screens, reclaim their time, and break the device habit. Co-sponsored by the Haddam-Killingworth Youth & Family Services, HK Unplugged, Shoreline Therapy Center, and the Killingworth Library. For info or to register (required), call 860663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Who Were the Hammonassetts? The Interrelationship of Indigenous Communities at the Time of English Colonization: 4 p.m. Hubley Hall, First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meeting House Ln. Presented by Jim Powers. Sponsored by the Madison Historical Society (MHS). Part of the 2026 Frederick Lee Lectures series. Admission: $5 suggested fee, free to MHS members. For info, call 203245-4567 or office@madisonhistory.org. Concert by The Meadow Brothers and Belle of the Fall: 7 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Tickets: $29. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

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Horoscopes

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For the week of January 15 - January 21 ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

Your attention is focused on finances and deeper connections, Aries. This is the week to speak honestly about budgets, debts or your investments with a partner.

Libra, review your income streams and spending habits to give you a clear picture for the new year. This isn’t about cutting things out, but about understanding what you value.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

Taurus, the spotlight is shining on your relationships, whether in love or business. Expect some meaningful conversations that define your approach going forward.

It is your time to shine and redefine yourself, Scorpio. With cosmic energy focused your way, you have the drive and the focus to launch a personal project or make a major change.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

Your focus turns to work and wellness as part of your daily routine this week, Gemini. You may feel a strong urge to get more organized and capitalize on resolutions made.

Take some necessary steps back for quiet work and rest, Sagittarius. This week favors wrapping up older projects so you can think more clearly. Don’t overschedule yourself.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

Your inner child is leading the way for the week, Cancer. Spend time on hobbies, connect with children or plan a memorable date night. Don’t be afraid to take a creative risk.

Capricorn, social activities and future goals take center stage right now. It might be wise to start networking or join a new group that will open you up to different people.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18

Leo, your energies are best spent on your home and family life right now. You may be dealing with a domestic project, a renovation or sorting out a matter with a relative.

This is an important period for your career, Aquarius. If you’ve been mulling over making a move, now is the time to get a jump on it. Your professional achievements are getting noticed.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20

Communication is your strongest tool this week, Virgo. With ideas flowing, you may be up to signing an agreement or running errands. You may want to reconnect with an old friend.

Pisces, finalize plans for a trip or a new pursuit, such as returning to school. Seek experiences that will broaden your horizons. Adventure beckons you this week.

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JANUARY 15, 2026 • THE SOURCE • LIVING

Photo courtesy of Jim Powers

Jim Powers opens the 2026 Frederick Lee Lectures with his talk on Sunday, Jan. 25, hosted by the Madison Historical Society.

Photo courtesy of Henry Griggs

Former Daniel Hand High School history teacher Charlie Fischer is the second speaker of the Frederick Lee Lectures; he will talk about “Madison’s Role in the Civil War” on Sunday, Feb. 22.

Photo courtesy of Henry Griggs

Henry Griggs, Madison municipal historian and MHS preservation chair, wraps up the lecture series with his talk, “A Postcard History of Madison in the 20th Century,” on Sunday, March 22.

MHS Hosts Frederick Lee Lectures and Related Exhibit Press Release from the Madison Historical Society

In 2026, Madison will celebrate the 200th anniversary of its incorporation. In honor of this special occasion, the Madison Historical Society (MHS) is holding events and exhibits dedicated exclusively to the people and stories of Madison. To kick off the year, the MHS is hosting its 19th annual Frederick Lee Lectures. This trio of lectures spans the era of indigenous people through current times. The first lecture takes place on Sunday,

Jan. 25, at 4 p.m., at the Angela Hubley Hall at the First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meeting House Lane. The lecture features Jim Powers who will present “Who were the Hammonassetts? The Interrelationship of Indigenous Communities at the Time of English Colonization.” The next lecture on Sunday, Feb. 22, at 4 p.m., features former Daniel Hand High School history teacher Charlie Fischer presenting “Madison’s Role in the Civil War.” Henry Griggs, Madison municipal histo-

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rian and MHS preservation chair, presents the final lecture, “A Postcard History of Madison in the 20th Century,” on Sunday, March 22, at 4 p.m. Together, the three presentations create a fuller picture of how the town of Madison began and how it has evolved. Complementing the Frederick Lee Lectures, a new MHS exhibit featuring indigenous artifacts, Civil War objects, and vintage Madison postcards will fill the Henry Bacon Room display case on the second level of E.C. Scranton Memorial

TUESDAY, JAN. 27 AND WEDNESDAY, JAN. 28

Barry and Bette: The Music of Bette Midler and Barry Manilow: 7:30 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Madison Lyric Stage with tenor Marc Deaton in a tribute concert featuring songs such as Mandy, I Write the Songs, Wind Beneath My Wings, and The Rose. Includes guest artists. Part of the Summer Festival 2026 festival. Duration: Two hours with one intermission. Suitable for all audiences. Songs and Stories with Patti Smith: 7 p.m. The Lyman Center at SCSU, 501 Crescent St., New Haven. Book: Bread For info and tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonof Angels. Cost: $55, includes admission for one attendee lyricstage.org. and a copy of the book; $20, admission for one student. Sponsored by R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., TUESDAY, JAN. 27 Madison. For info or to register (required), call 203-2453959 or visit rjjulia.com. Math Mania: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For elementary-aged children. Features games and activities to reinforce math skills. Focus for the session is addition. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS): Intro Class: 6 to 8 p.m. Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St. CPS is an approach to reduce challenging behavior, teach kids the skills they lack, and build relationships with the adults in their lives. For info or to register, email jessica.wood@oldsaybrookct.gov.

Library. Curated by the lecture presenters, this 2026 exhibit is scheduled for January through the end of March. These lectures and their related exhibits complement the upcoming History Happy Hours as well as the spring 2026 exhibits at the Allis-Bushnell House, the Madison Center for History and Culture at Lee’s Academy, and the Scranton Library. The MHS looks forward to hosting these events and welcomes the public to help celebrate Madison 200 throughout the year.

History of Nintendo Playable Museum: 3:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Retro Nintendo consoles and history on display. For info or to register, call 203453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. History Comes Alive: The History of Nintendo: 5 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Interactive learning event about Nintendo’s evolution for children. For info or to register, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. Kids' Movie Showing: 5 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Road, Madison. Features a screening of a movie (rated PG) with snacks and popcorn. Registration is required. For info on the movie or to register (required), call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com. 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.

REAL ESTATE • THE SOURCE • JANUARY 15, 2026

Real Estate Transactions BRANFORD 3 Bayview Ave: Eunice P Kaymen 2023 RET and Stanley P. Kaymen of Branford to John and Sandra Castlevetro, $575,000 on 12/22/2025 38 Foxbridge Village Rd Unit 38: Hud of Branford to Maryann Avallone, $260,000 on 12/22/2025 21 Manorwood Dr Unit 21: Stephanie Scott and Sean V. Casley of Branford to Melissa Poulin, $300,000 on 12/24/2025 48 Meadow Wood Rd: Gretchen E. Rollins of Branford to Louis J. and Lori J. Savagese, $679,500 on 12/24/2025 335 Monticello Dr Unit 335: Samantha Collu of Branford to Angela I. Fortuna, $342,000 on 12/22/2025

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2 Crescent St: Peter C. and Marian G. Staye of Deep River to Matthew C. Corrente and Alexa E. Gilbert, $421,000 on 12/22/2025

25 Maplewood Road, Old Saybrook $1,200,000

129 Falls Landing Rd: William F. Fusaro of Deep River to Gerald and Pamela Stewart, $640,000 on 12/19/2025

Knollwood Beach Association NEW Construction! Experience three levels of sun-filled coastal elegance in this tastefully designed home offering space and flexibility for modern living. Whether gathering family for holidays, enjoying weekends by the water, or entertaining in style, this is the rare blend of luxury, community, and coastal charm. Not in flood zone.

32 Pinewood Trl Unit 11: Delmonaco Michael A Est and Michael A. Delmonaco of Deep River to Conor Dowd, $825,000 on 12/12/2025 87 Rattling Valley Rd: Robert F. Herrick of Deep River to Chad C. and Elise B. Jones, $525,000 on 12/15/2025 31 Whittlesey Brook Rd: Soovei Ft and John R. Solovei of Deep River to Lisa M. and Bryant C. Ziobron, $630,000 on 12/15/2025

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14 Blaine Ave: Robert J. Corson of Clinton to Gerald Lawrence, $115,000 on 12/23/2025

Fairview St: John A. Finkeldey of Essex to Bishop Lt and Ralph Bishop, $125,000 on 12/22/2025 57 Walnut St: Michael P. Scally and Susannah Childress of Essex to True Home Offer LLC, $300,000 on 12/23/2025 N/A: Barbaresi Frank E Est and Shannon C. Bansley of Essex to William G. and Joseph Share, $150,000 on 12/22/2025

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22 BAYBERRY LANE, BRANFORD $1,760,000

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DEEP RIVER 28 Bahr Rd: Eric P. and Erin M. Ingram of Deep River to Drf Holdings LLC, $600,000 on 12/22/2025

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31 GOVERNORS WAY | $1,319,000 This beautifully crafted home was custom built in 2006 with every detail in mind and a style reminiscent of those you would find on the Cape & Islands. You’ll find the highest quality of design and installation throughout this unique property. The grounds are stunning with professional landscaping in and around the elegant pool area. The chef’s kitchen is well appointed with Carrera marble countertops, Dacor 6 burner gas cook top, Viking double wall ovens, Subzero fridge and a custom painted wet bar. Five well sized bedrooms, including an exceptional 1st floor master suite, double family rooms, five bathrooms, double laundry rooms, two fireplaces, exceptional millwork and refinished Brazilian cherry floors are just some of the additional highlights to this stand alone property. 31 Governors Way has an ageless functionality and style. Quite simply, it’s in a class of its own. Agent related.

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181 Denison Dr: Barbara C. Shulman-Kirwin of Guilford to Jennifer A. Vance, $820,000 on 12/22/2025

20 Strawberry Hill Rd: Linda L. Montesanto of Madison to Katherine A. Tooley and Paul K. Langston, $500,000 on 12/22/2025

81 Little Harbor Rd: George A. Wilson of Guilford to Nanette Baratta, $1,000,000 on 12/22/2025

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79 Anderson Rd: William J. and 1066 Long Hill Rd: John L. and Gay L. Henry of Guilford to Xiaolin Jiang, Kimberly A. Lovelace of North Branford $521,400 on 12/26/2025 to Kara J. Buono, $615,000 on 12/22/2025 522 Peddlers Rd: Maura D. Dykstra of Guilford to Melissa Haskell and Daniel Polasky, $890,000 on 12/23/2025 OLD SAYBROOK

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179 Bokum Rd: Jennifer Wakelee of Old Saybrook to Jeffrey S. and Caroline C. Rhoades, $925,400 on 12/22/2025 227 Essex Rd: Elizabeth A. Plisek of Old Saybrook to Nicholas and Mallory Depalermo, $410,000 on 12/22/2025

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38 Buell Hill Rd: Bonwill Enterprises LLC of Killingworth to Stuart B. Munro and Oksana MorhachMunro, $1,025,000 on 12/22/2025

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18 Deepwood Dr: Paul E. Palumbo of Madison to Anthony Esposito, $440,000 on 12/23/2025

542 Lake Dr: Gregg A. Gilbert of Guilford to Amanda B. Mcmenamy, $668,000 on 12/22/2025

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196 Church St: Patricia Buchta of Guilford to North 75 LLC, $300,000 on 12/24/2025

2551 Foxon Rd: Delcolle Michael R Est and Karen M. Delcolle of Guilford to Mark and Kimberly Celentano, $12,500 on 12/22/2025

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12 Rachel Ct: Christopher Courtright of Killingworth to Kevin J. and Nicole Grechika, $650,000 on 12/22/2025

WESTBROOK 184 Grove Beach Rd S: David A Gray T and David A. Gray of Westbrook to Kathleen Gondek and Istvan Molnar, $3,000,000 on 12/22/2025

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35 Hotchkiss Lane

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/ Liz Dellecave 203.909.5880 Clint Rodenberg 917.972.5999 Jim Sperry 203.494.3372

SANDY PENT ROAD BEACH NEARBY Expanded 3 bedroom 2.5 bath Cape-style home offers 2,400+ square feet of thoughtfully designed space and possible one floor living. A main-level primary suite, a newer kitchen and an inviting living room. The second floor was upgraded with large skylights and offers two large bedrooms and a full updated bath. A bonus for this quiet shoreline setting-the much loved Hammonasset walking trail begins at the top of Hotchkiss Lane at historic Liberty Street.

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313 Bradley Corners Road, Madison $434,000 SOLD

908 Boston Post Road, Madison $1,350,000 Luxury living in the heart of Madison. Beautifully crafted 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Townhouse features an open layout with 9’ ceilings, oversized windows, and a stunning chef’s kitchen. The vaulted, south-facing primary suite includes a walk-in dressing room, spa-like bath, and nearby laundry. Two additional bedrooms, a full basement with storage and exercise space, and a one-car garage complete the home. Enjoy professionally landscaped grounds and partial views of Fence Creek in this rare, historic reconstruction. In town living at its finest.

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9 Pratt Street, Essex $1,232,000 SOLD

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141 State Street, Guilford $745,000 Just steps from the historic Green, this charming warm and inviting 3-bedroom Cape offers the perfect blend of classic character and modern updates. Enjoy a first-floor ASTERINA REGULAR PROSE SANS VARIABLE REGULAR TERMINA MEDIUM primary suite, updated kitchen and baths, hardwood floors, a cozy family room withABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ gas ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz fireplace, plus a formal living room and private office. Two additional bedrooms andabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz a half bath are upstairs. A three-season screened porch, patio, two-car garage, and full 97 Kelsey Springs Drive, Madison basement. This home delivers easy in-town living at its best.

$1,022,500

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