By a wide margin, Madison residents said a definitive “no” to the $24 million proposal to renovate the former Academy School building into a new community center at a referendum on May 6.
Voters rejected the proposal by a tally of
3670-1413 votes, according to preliminary results published by the town. The referendum saw a turnout rate of 37% of registered voters casting their ballots, which is roughly the same margin as the turnout seen in the first referendum on the community center proposal in 2022.
Speaking with The Source, First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons said she was
“disappointed” by the result of the referendum, but was also “grateful so many people came out to vote.”
Lyons recognized the passion behind the project, the potential benefits it could offer the many members of the community, and the prospects of preserving a historic building
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Farm Fresh Finds
Ed Markunas heads out of the barn at Parmelee Farm with his finds during the Killingworth Historical Society’s annual tag sale on May 10. The event featured vintage goods and a bake sale, with proceeds supporting the society’s preservation efforts and programs.
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Kelly Spooner: Honored to Serve at Ryerson
Staff Writer By Aaron Rubin
Ryerson Elementary School is entering its final year after nearly six decades of educating Madison’s youngest learners. The school, which first opened its doors 59 years ago, will close at the end of the 2024–’25 academic year, with all current students set to transition to Brown Intermediate School next fall.
It is also the final year for Principal Kelly Spooner, who says it has “been my honor to serve as the instructional leader of Ryerson for 16 years.”
“It’s been an incredible ride,” she adds.
When Kelly came to Ryerson after departing from a former principal role in Stonington, she found an “exceptional staff” to work with and from whom she has learned so much.
“I’ve learned so much about technique, pedagogy, and their
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approaches, and their approaches and their interactions with kids,” she said.
One of the most “magical” aspects of Kelly’s tenure at Ryerson has been working with a talented staff who understand the value of “smallknit community,” which has contributed to both the academic and personal development of a student body that has not exceeded 350 students per year, she says. That kind of approach has also allowed her to get to know many students’ families as well, enhancing the small community experience.
“What that is that personalized instruction and those deep
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It has been a magical time for Kelly Spooner as the principal at Ryerson.
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support for the Town of Guilford Budget and encourage the same. I believe our have created a budget that residents.
to 3,500 meals from Meals served at the Community miles of town transportation errands, and trips to the services are vital to many of us. than an opportunity for economical, nutritious hot meal; it with others. Other social special lunches with entertainmagicians, speakers, and also several evening dinner popular May “Senior Prom” movie. Family Services requests continue to support the critical agency. continue to be among the best score high on the State standardized tests. They in addition to the arts proposed education budget for additional funding for athletics as support for students’ social continued commitment communities for teachers from instructional coaches to schools. budget continues to provide environments where and socially thrive.
On May 6, Madison registered voters voted 72% opposed to another bond issue of $24 million to turn the Academy School building into a community center, and unbeknownst to us until now, a municipal building.
We must continue to come together as a community to support our town and our schools. I urge you to participate in this important budget referendum. Vote “Yes” on April 16.
ing projects on the horizon, such as the Surf Club and a new Public Works building, the costs of which are unknown.
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You would think the Board of Selectmen, particularly the first selectwoman and the Board of Finance, would get the message that this is no longer a desired project, despite the personal aspirations of the minority within the minority supporting it. We have other needed build-
As a recent writer [Joan Horton] wrote to The Source, “Let’s take down the building and create a true town green and our chance to invest in something meaningful, lasting, and truly public.” (”Create A True Town Green,” May 1) I second the motion.
The Connecticut Audubon Society is in need of volunteers—especially people with boats—for its Osprey Nation Project to help monitor and protect the state’s osprey population. Volunteers will track osprey arrival, nesting success, and departure dates; share findings for Osprey Nation’s interactive osprey map; and collect data that help protect Osprey habitats and guide conservation efforts. For more information, visit ctaudubon.org/steward-sign-up.
NOTE: Call the town clerk at 203-245-5672 or visit www.madisonct.org to learn how to participate in the following meetings:
Perhaps you’ve noticed that many of our local churches provide regular meeting space for both Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous programs. I would bet these meetings even take place in our towns on a weekly basis. There is a good chance that some of them are located near daycare centers, residential neighborhoods, and schools. They provide much-needed space for people to achieve sobriety through fellowship and the ongoing support of an understanding community. They have been doing so in Connecticut for well over 75 years without complaint. Addiction takes many forms, including a dependency on opiates. Addictions are non-discriminatory. They affect the rich and poor, old and young, suburban and urban residents. Guilford is not immune from the very real health crisis that comes with opiate addiction. Why then brand a methadone clinic with the prejudice of fear? Choosing to maintain sobriety should be encouraged with appropriate and effective treatment. Why not extend the same welcome mat to a methadone clinic that we have extended to other groups confronting the devastation of addiction? A methadone clinic in our town would serve the very people who we call our relatives, neighbors, and friends. They deserve our support so they can continue to do the hard, heroic work of staying sober.
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relationships between teacher and student,” she says. “For me, to have those connections, not only with the students, but with families being here for so long, too, has allowed me to work with many members of a family. I’ve had that opportunity to know every child’s name, know every student and their families.”
Kelly has recognized the supportive environment at Ryerson since her first day as principal, remembering the “welcoming reception” that was held in the library, which was attended by faculty and parents. She recalls how welcoming the students were in their noticeable excitement to learn, something that remained constant for the next 16 years.
“I stand in the lobby each morning and greet the students as they’re coming in. The sense that I got, even from that first day, was the students come ready to learn and excited to learn. They want to be here, and that’s really a feeling that has never left,” she says. “I take great pride in that.”
The excitement to learn every day starts at home, says Kelly, and is enhanced by the teachers at Ryerson.
“Every teacher here puts students first, and students know that. Kids sense that and they trust that,” she says.
As time unravels, even schools like Ryerson have “ebbed and flowed” in their capacity, and a rise in its student population has contributed to the move of all its students to Brown. The closure of Ryerson will not be without one final day of fun, with a ceremony taking place on June 3. Kelly says she extended an invitation to
the ceremony to parents of outgoing students who are Ryerson alumni themselves, and several have already responded to honor a place they see as foundational to their development.
“I think that that speaks a lot about Madison’s educational system as well as Ryerson,” says Kelly. “Families come back and they start their homes and their families here so that they can be a part of this educational system.”
Alumni and Madison education officials will join students in the June 3 ceremony, while some students will be sharing personal writings they have penned about what Ryerson has meant to them. A slideshow presentation set to music will be shown to all, with included images dating back to the school’s founding. The day will conclude with a fun fair chalk full of games and activities for the “final hurrah” for Ryerson, says Kelly.
It will be a “bittersweet” moment to say goodbye to the school, Kelly says. Nonetheless, she is excited for the next chapter as the next principal at Brown. She is “poised and ready” to work with current principal Frank Henderson as part of a new administrative team at the school, as well as getting to know a new cohort of pre-kindergarten students. Students and families who know Kelly will remain connected as all current Ryerson students stay together as they make their move to Brown.
But her time at Ryerson will be one that cannot be forgotten.
“It has been the honor of my life, truly, to be the principal here at Ryerson. That is for sure.”
The Shoreline Theater Academy Presents Phantom of the Opera
The Shoreline Theater Academy's advanced musical performance troupe presents Phantom of the Opera on Friday, June 6, at 6 p.m. at Andrews Memorial Town Hall Auditorium, 54 East Main Street, Clinton. The advanced level musical theater troupe features rising opera stars Karl Victorino and Kylee Fake of Mystic as the Phantom and Christine, respectively, and includes William Colon of Groton as Viscount Raoul de Chagny, Morgan Cheslock of Branford, Faye Staschke of Madison, and Keira Flannigan of Clinton. The cast and will be accompanied by an adult choir of local singers who perform with Yale Camerata and Con Brio among other performing groups. Tickets can be purchased at ETIX.com at $18 for adults, $15 for students/seniors, and $20 at the door. For more information, contact 860-227-2363 or shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com, or visit shorelinetheateracademy.org.
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in Madison. Nonetheless, she also acknowledged that many in Madison are concerned about the current “period of economic uncertainty” and the financial risks associated with the project on top of other major town projects currently being overseen.
“I think it kind of all culminated in the project not getting approved,” said Lyons. “But this was a good turnout, and it was a strong message; it was a very overwhelming no.”
Selectman Al Golberg echoed Lyon’s overall takeaway, saying, “While the repurposing of this cherished building had been supported by voters previously, the results of this referendum indicate that this is not the right time for this project.”
Other members of the Madison Board of Selectmen (BOS) weighed in on the final decision made at the referendum. Selectman Bruce Wilson told The Source he was “not surprised” by the outcome of the vote, and that the “message from taxpayers is clear: there is no public support for this project.”
Wilson, who was opposed to the project, echoed his support for a new green space to be situated in the former site of Academy following its likely demolition, an objective towards which he again expressed strong commitment.
“As a selectman, I take [the vote] as a strong mandate to act swiftly. It’s time to move forward with a clear, responsible plan to demolish the building. I remain committed to transforming this property into a vibrant, multi-use green space — a
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place that serves our community as a hub for outdoor activity. I will do everything in my power to bring that vision to life.”
Selectman Scott Murphy, who supported the project, also acknowledged the public’s final decision on the future of Academy and their participation in the long process running up to the referendum.
“As an elected official, I completely respect the will of the people on this important decision. This is exactly why public participation is such an essential part of our town charter and the democratic process,” said Murphy. “Thanks to everyone for participating, commenting, and sharing your passions and concerns along the way!
Despite the contentiousness surrounding the project, Murphy asked that Madison residents “come back together as a community and work on the next set of challenges together. In the end, we are all friends and neighbors.”
The BOS will begin discussions on the next steps at a morning meeting on Tuesday, May 13. Lyons anticipates the meeting revolving around everyone’s takeaway from the referendum and the future of funding for whatever course of action the BOS takes for Academy.
One aspect of funding associated with Academy that is clear to Lyons is the “highly unlikely” possibility of the town maintaining the $7.6 million in federal and state grants that were attached to the project. Saving the federal grant awarded by the United States Department of Agriculture will be essentially unattainable, said Lyons.
The Friends of Hammonasset Annual Plant Sale takes place every Thursday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through June 1 at the Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison, on Route 1, next to the Greenway Trail parking lot. The Friends of Hammonasset will be offering hanging baskets, perennials, annuals, flats of bedding plants and vegetables. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Hammonasset and its work with the Meigs Point Nature Center and other projects at Hammonasset Beach State Park. For more information, email plantsale@hammonasset.org or visit hammonasset.org. To volunteer, contact volunteerplantsale@hammonasset.org.
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The Estuary now serves a hot lunch at the Clinton Town Hall Annex Community Room, 48 East Main Street on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon and at the Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Route 81, Killingworth on Wednesdays at noon. Reservations must be made by 11 a.m. the day prior by calling 860-388-1611 ext. 216. The cost is a suggested donation of $3 for seniors 60 years and older and $14 for people under age 60. Meals are supported by Senior Resources with Title III funds available from the Older Americans Act. For more information, call The Estuary at 860-388-1611.
“We all know the environment right now with federal grants, and so I don’t imagine a scenario where we would be able to take that funding and just apply it to something else, but we’re certainly going to fight for what we can,” she said.
The town may have a “better opportunity,” she said, of negotiating with the state government to keep its Urban Act Grant, “but we have to understand exactly what we’re asking to do with the funding.”
While voters said ‘no’ to a new community center, they did approve both the general and education budgets for the 2025 fiscal year by a wide margin. The $35 million town budget was approved by a margin of 3076-1991, and the education $64 million budget was approved by a 37141892 margin.
The contrasting voting margins between the budgets and Academy reflect a recognition by the public that the town has been “very cost-focused and prudent with our spending,” said Lyons, especially in appropriately funding its schools and its “quality services.”
“There’s still a huge component of that budget is the capital plan, and it also includes the debt service associated with
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the school projects. We’re starting to see the benefits of that.”
Selectwoman Jennifer Gordon saw that the contrasting margins between Academy and the budgets send a “clear signal: our residents are thoughtful and discerning about how public dollars are spent...they made informed choices based on where they see value. That deserves recognition and respect.”
Various education-related projects, including the opening of Neck River Elementary School later this year, are in the works, while a celebration for renewed Garvan Point at the Surf Club will kick off Memorial Day weekend.
With these and other major projects coming down the pipeline, the BOS can now look at Academy with “a fresh set of eyes,” said Lyons, in a significantly toned down way, and focus even more on other long-term projects.
“It does allow for us to really power through what we have, which is a lot going on in town right now,” said Lyons. “People understand these are things that we’ve been saving for and planning for for a long time.”
The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated May 1, 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.
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MADISON INLAND WETLANDS & WATERCOURSES AGENCY
Madison, CT
At a regular Zoom meeting held on May 5, 2025, the Madison Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency took the following action(s):
25-07. 1260 Durham Road, Map: 134, Lot: 12; Owner/Applicant: Phulo Realty, LLC, Regulated Activity Permit for Madison Veterinary Hospital to construct of 1,500sf addition and access driveway within 100ft wetland review area. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
25-14. 38 Opening Hill Road, Map: 76, Lot: 6-3; Owner: Timothy Mack, Applicant: Mack Building, LLC, Regulated Activity Modification to increase the size of the house and property lines, and add a pool within the 100ft upland review area. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS
25-18. 107 Old Toll Road, Map: 139, Lot: 10, Zone: RU-1; Owner/Applicant: Arben Meco; Three Lot Subdivision referral to P&Z. RECOMMENDED FAVORABLE ACTION
25-18. 107 Old Toll Road, Map: 139, Lot: 10, Zone: RU-1; Owner/Applicant: Arben Meco; Regulated Activity Permit for driveway and drainage. MODIFIED WITH CONDITIONS
Dated this 6h day of May 2025.
Kealoha Freidenburg, Chairman
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Obituary
Nancy Becker
Madison
With heavy hearts and deep affection, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend, Nancy Dorothy Ludlam Becker. A lifelong resident of Madison, Nancy peacefully passed away on May 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.
Born on Feb. 9, 1941, in Belmont, Massachusetts, Nancy was raised in Lexington, Massachusetts, by her devoted parents, Lester and Dorothy Ludlam, alongside her sisters, Claire and Isabelle; and her younger brother, Lester “Butch.” She often spoke fondly of her childhood, describing it as joyful and magical — cherished as a little doll by her older sisters and later delighted to welcome her baby brother. Summers spent at The Camp on White Pond in Concord, Massachusetts, remained some of her most treasured memories throughout her life.
A proud graduate of the arts program at Vermont College, Nancy was a life-
long learner who embraced every stage of life with curiosity and grace. On July 28, 1963, Nancy married the love of her life, Peter William Becker. Their marriage was a beautiful partnership rooted in love, loyalty, and deep care. Together, they built a warm and welcoming home where friends and family always felt loved. Their love story was a beautiful testament to the power of partnership and the joy of shared life. Nancy's work life was a beautiful reflection of her kind and gentle spirit. She began at the Little Folks Shop in downtown Madison, where her warm and nurturing nature made her beloved by children and families alike. At Phil’s Hair Salon in Madison, she greeted every guest with a soft smile and a welcoming heart, working alongside her dear friend Ronnie Catania. Later, she brought her kindness to the Country Deli with Jimmy Avitabile, and even ran her own food truck, delighting customers with her hearty and delicious homemade food — always served with love, care, and a warm smile. Nancy devoted decades of her life to the Girl Scouts, where she served as a Brownie and Girl Scout leader, volunteering for over 25 years and guiding and nurturing generations of young girls with her warmth and wisdom. In addition, Nancy’s heart was deeply committed to the Cove Center for Grieving
LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF MADISON PUBLIC HEARING
The legal voters of the Town of Madison are hereby warned and notified that the Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. at the Madison Town Gymnasium, 6 Campus Drive, Madison CT for the following purpose:
1. To hear comment on submissions of the 2025 DRS Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Grant Program.
The Town of Madison does not discriminate on the basis of disability, and the meeting facilities are ADA accessible. Individuals who need assistance are invited to make their needs known by contacting 203.245.5644 or by email to ferranted@madisonct.org at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting.
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The Board of Selectmen of the Town of Madison hereby gives notice that it will conduct a Special Town Meeting of the electors and citizens qualified to vote in town meetings of the Town of Madison, Connecticut, in the Madison Town Gymnasium, 6 Campus Drive on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m., for the following purpose:
a. To approve a special appropriation in the amount of $1,601,212 for the Emergency Shelter Generator project from the undesignated fund balance.
The Town of Madison does not discriminate on the basis of disability, and the meeting facilities are ADA accessible. Individuals who need assistance are invited to make their needs known by contacting 203.245.5644 or by email to ferranted@madisonct.org at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting.
Children, where she volunteered for 25 years. There, she offered unwavering support to grieving families, helping children navigate their sorrow with compassion and understanding. Nancy’s gentle presence and caring nature provided comfort during some of the most difficult times in people’s lives, leaving an enduring legacy of love and healing.
Above all, Nancy was a devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by her loving husband, Peter Becker; daughters, Sherry Sweitzer (and husband Dale) and Laurie Graziano (and husband Rob); and her cherished grandchildren: Dale Rock, Cory Becker, Liza Ellen, Clay French, Reid Fuller, Emma Becker, Ruby Ellen, Luke Fuller, and Eric Robert. Her love for her family knew no bounds, and her greatest joy was in caring for her grandchildren. She doted on them with a tenderness that only a grandmother could offer, always showing them how much they were loved through small acts of kindness — whether it was baking them cookies and carefully crafting birthday cakes that made every celebration special, giving thoughtful, homemade gifts, or simply spending time together and celebrating every milestone. Her presence brought them comfort, security, and a sense of unconditional love, and she made sure they
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knew just how special they were to her. Her happiest times included vacations with family and friends to the Caribbean Islands, Outer Banks, and summers spent at the Surf Club in Madison. She had a gift for making the ordinary extraordinary — decorating her home for every holiday, baking beautifully crafted sugar cookies, creating handmade crafts, and sending thoughtful homemade cards that became keepsakes. Nancy lived a life of quiet generosity, kindness, and devotion. She was a gentle, loving soul who took care of everyone around her — especially her beloved husband and grandchildren. Her legacy is one of love, laughter, service, and selflessness.
A Celebration of her Life was held on May 5 at Madison Country Club. In her honor, the family asks that donations be made in her name to the Cove Center for Grieving Children, an organization she supported with all her heart. She will be missed more than words can express and remembered forever by all who were lucky enough to be loved by her. Memorial contributions may be made to The Cove Center for Grieving Children, 1113 S Main St. A, Cheshire, CT 06410; www.covect.org. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.
GriefShare Meetings
GriefShare, a faith-based bereavement support group sponsored by Christ Chapel, 1185 Durham Road, Madison, meets for 13 weeks to offer help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. The weekly format includes supportive discussion and a journaling book reinforcing each week’s topics. For more information or to register, call Joanne Baker Deal, 860-304-5695 or visit christchapelcma.org/grief-share.
MADISON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Madison, CT
At a regular virtual meeting held on May 1, 2025, the Madison Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action(s): 24-29. 454 Horsepond Rd., Map: 84, Lot: 28, Zone: RU-1; Owner: 454 Horsepond LLC, Applicant: Mack Building, LLC, Subdivision application for four-lots pursuant to Section 27, Open Space Conservation District (Request for second 90-day extension of mylar filing). APPROVED
By: Erin Mannix, Town Planner
Adorable Albie
Story by Carol Andrecs
Trapped as a stray cat that showed up on someone’s property with extensive injuries, Albie has boundless energy and is always ready to play. This young orange and white tiger boy has a very sweet and affectionate personality. He is so grateful that Forgotten Felines rescued him and got him much-needed medical treatment, a soft bed to sleep in, and nutritious food to help him heal. Albie is the kind of cat who would make a great addition to any home. Come meet this lovable boy at our open house or apply to adopt him online at www.forgottenfelinesct.org.
Forgotten Felines holds an open house every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary.
Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedicated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facility clean and organized. If you can donate your time, it will be very rewarding and much appreciated. Call the volunteer line at 860-669-1347 or send an email to volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org.
Free Online and In-Person GED Program
Middletown Adult Education offers a free online or in-person GED program to residents of Old Saybrook, Madison, and Westbrook, as well as Regional District #4 (Chester, Deep River, Essex, Centerbrook, and Ivoryton) and Regional District #17 (Haddam, Higganum, and Killingworth). Adult education offers free high school completion programs, GED tutoring, and English as a second language classes to area residents. The program provides instruction for participants to learn the skills necessary for employment. In-person classes take place at the Middletown Adult Education, 210 Main Street, Old Saybrook or at 398 Main Street, Middletown. For more information, call 860-343-6044 or visit www.maect.org.
Hands Ready to Help
Helping Hands Food Pantry, located at 242 Route 81, Killingworth, provides meat, dairy, produce, bread, and nonperishables to anyone in need. Clients are welcome to come weekly or as needed. There is no qualification process. All information is kept confidential; only a name and phone number will be requested. Clients are encouraged to self-shop but staff are available to help as needed. Delivery is available for those who are homebound. Helping Hands Food Pantry is open Thursdays from 3 to 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact 860-663-1765, ext. 401, or helpinghands@kwoct.org.
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Notice of Application
This is to give notice that I, FRASHER LULAJ, 8 JACOB LN, KILLINGWORTH, CT 06419-1185
Have filed an application placarded 05/09/2025 with the Department of Consumer Protection for a RESTAURANT LIQUOR PERMIT for the sale of alcoholic liquor on the premises at MADISON PRIME STEAKHOUSE 251 BOSTON POST RD MADISON, CT 06443-2226
The business will be owned by: Madison Prime Steakhouse LLC
Entertainment will consist of: Live Bands, Acoustics (not amplified)
Objections must be filed by: 06-20-2025 Visit: https://portal.ct.gov/remonstrance for more information
MADISON PRIME STEAKHOUSE LLC
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LEGAL NOTICE
LIQUOR PERMIT
Notice of Application
This is to give notice that I, Anton Bersenev, 69 Monroe str, 2nd Floor, BRANFORD, CT 06405
Have filed an application placarded 05/08/2025 with the Department of Consumer Protection for a RESTAURANT LIQUOR PERMIT for the sale of alcoholic liquor on the premises at 44 BOSTON POST RD FL 2 MADISON, CT 06443-2137
The business will be owned by: Fat Duck Tavern LLC
Entertainment will consist of: No Live Entertainment
Objections must be filed by: 06-19-2025 Visit: https://portal.ct.gov/remonstrance for more information
FAT DUCK TAVERN LLC
ESTATE OF Jessica B. Shershen, AKA Jessica Britt Johns, AKA Jessica Johns (25-0033)
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Horoscopes Crossword
For the week of May 15 - May 21
ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20
Telling the truth has always come naturally to you, Aries. But tact isn’t always your specialty and sometimes your candor is now well-received. Keep that in mind this week.
TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21
It is time to make peace with someone even if it is the last thing you want to do this week, Taurus. There is no better option thank to talk it out, so schedule that chat as soon as possible.
GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21
Sometimes there is nothing you like more than being silly with other kindred spirits who get you, Gemini. But you’re in a different mood this week and it might feel unfamiliar to you.
CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22
It is fair to say this week that you desire some time alone and maybe need it as well, Cancer. Take some time for yourself and let others know you’re going off the grid.
LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, although your first inclination might be to get into a war of words with someone with whom you disagree, this week you might want to try a different approach. Remain open to others’ views.
VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22
You might be tired of recent drama in your life, Virgo. But if you dig deeper, you might find that you have contributed to the noise. Make some meaningful changes this week.
MAY 15
Stella Maxwell, Model (35)
MAY 16
Megan Fox, Actress (39)
MAY 17
Derek Hough, Dancer (40)
MAY 18
Tina Fey, Actress (55)
LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23
Your negotiation skills are well-known, Libra, and you’re usually the first person anyone thinks of when they need a third party to help them smooth over a situation. Enjoy the attention.
SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, even if someone is pushing your buttons this week, you won’t let that get in the way of doing something for this person because they are dear to you.
SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21
You are no stranger to good luck, Sagittarius. This week that luck will be shared with people who cross your path. They will appreciate the fortune.
CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20
Expect to experience a strong feeling of wanderlust this week, Capricorn. You may find it challenging to pass up a trip or a new experience of any kind.
AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, right now the old adage that if you ignore it, it will go away might not hold true. Failing to face something right now may not be the best approach.
PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20
You are ready to share secrets with a soulmate, Pisces. The challenge lies in trying to find the time when you are alone to have this important conversation.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
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Sam Smith, Singer (33)
MAY 20
Cher, Singer (79)
MAY 21
Cody Johnson, Singer (38)
CLUES ACROSS
1. Two-person German submarine
6. 60-minute intervals (abbr.)
9. Database management system
13. Vertical position
14. American jazz singer Irene
15. Ancient Greek City
16. Former Senate Majority Leader Harry
17. Japanese seaport
18. Self-immolation by fire ritual
19. Assigns tasks
21. Beloved type of cigar
22. Discounts
23. Cambodian communist leader Pot
24. Important football position
25. Kilometers per hour
28. Lentil
29. Extremely angry
31. Yellow-flowered European plant
33. American state
36. Some are made by rabbits
38. Express with a head movement
39. Affair
41. Cured
44. Youth organization
45. 18-year astronomical period
46. Automobile
48. Focus a shot
49. The NFL’s big game (abbr.)
51. Mouth
52. Infections
54. Curved pieces of a horse collar
56. Shameless
60. Assist in escaping
61. Capuchin monkey genus
62. Cold wind
63. Retired Brazilian NBAer
64. Tropical Old World tree
65. Bulgarian city
66. Speak indistinctly
67. Soviet Socialist Republic
68. Between-meal sustenance
CLUES DOWN
1. Not soft
2. Sharp-pointed dueling sword
3. Line a roof
4. Greek god of the underworld
5. Software
6. Large-headed elongated fishes
7. Shag rugs
8. Type of whale
9. Lacking a plan
10. Spill the beans
11. Some is “heavy”
12. One who has been canonized
14. Indicate times
17. Greeting
20. Broadway actor Josh
21. Seashore
23. Indicates before
25. Electrical power unit
26. Destitute
27. Drags forcibly
29. Impropriety
30. Word forms
32. Equal to 10 meters
34. Neither
35. Computer language
37. Practice of aging film or TV characters (abbr.)
40. A woolen cap of Scottish origin
42. A promise
43. Challenges
47. Official
49. People living in Myanmar
50. Notable tower
52. Type of sword
53. Vaccine developer
55. Listing
56. Summertime insects
57. Concluding passage
58. Guitarist Clapton
59. Damp and musty
61. Central nervous system
65. Against
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Word Scramble
Word Scramble solution for May 8, 2025: REPAIR
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Schedules
HAND
Monday, May 19: vs. Lyman Hall at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21: at Morgan at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 22: vs. Old Lyme at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21: vs. North Haven at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 22: vs. Portland at 2:30 p.m.
Girls’ Lacrosse
Saturday, May 17: at Waterford at 11 a.m. Monday, May 19: vs. Sheehan at 6 p.m.
Softball
Monday, May 19: vs. East Haven at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 21: at Lyman Hall at 3:45 p.m.
Madison Athletic Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Inductees
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Monday, May 19: vs. Coventry at 3 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21: at Cheshire at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 22: at NFA at 3 p.m.
Monday, May 19: at Shelton at 5:15 p.m.
Saturday, May 17: vs. Portland at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 22: at Wheeler at 4 p.m.
Friday, May 16: at North Branford at 6 p.m.
Monday, May 19: at Old Lyme at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21: vs. Morgan at 3:45 p.m.
Monday, May 19: vs. Guilford at 3:45 p.m.
Tuesday, May 20: vs. Suffield at 4 p.m.
Friday, May 16: vs. Portland at 3:45 p.m.
Monday, May 19: at Fitch at 4 p.m.
Monday, May 19: at North Haven at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 20: vs. Old Lyme at 3:45 p.m.
Boys’ Tennis Girls’ Tennis Boys’ Volleyball
Monday, May 19: vs. New Milford at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 21: vs. Xavier at 5 p.m.
The Madison Athletic Hall of Fame recently announced its 2025 class. The inductees include Jeff Abbott (Athlete, Class of 1982, Track and Field/Cross Country), Dan Anderson (Athlete, Class of 1998, Football/Track), Brittany Jackson Walsh (Athlete, Class of 2008, Soccer/Basketball), Tiffany Kaufmann (Athlete, Class of 2014, Cheerleading),
cer), Ned Lynch (Athlete/Coach, Class of 1992, Football/Track and Field), Stephen McIntyre (Exemplary Contributor, Class of 1989, Football/Baseball), Maggie Maguire (Athlete, Class of 2010, Softball/Basketball), John Milum (Athlete, Class of 1984, Basketball - [posthumous induction), Elizabeth (Izzie) Santone (Athlete, Class of 2007, Softball), and Craig W. Semple (Exemplary Contributor, 20042022).
Tuesday, May 20: vs. East Hampton at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 22: at Valley Regional at 3:15 p.m.
Friday, May 16: vs. Cromwell, East Hampton, Hale Ray, Morgan, North Branford, Portland, Coginchaug, Valley Regional, Old Saybrook, Westbrook at 3:45 p.m.
Saturday, May 17: vs. Stonington at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 20: vs. Cromwell at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 22: vs. North Branford at 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 17: at NFA at noon Monday, May 19: vs. Newington at 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 20: vs. Cromwell at 4 p.m.
East Shore Summer Girls Basketball League
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Join girls from the shoreline for a summer basketball league held at the Madison Surf Club basketball courts. The league is for girls who have played basketball at the recreation or travel level. There will be six games total, one game per week on Monday nights. The rain makeup date will be on Monday, August 4. Games will start at either 5:30 p.m. or 6:45 p.m. There will be 22-minute running halves with even playing time. Each player will receive a custom league jersey, and teams will be estab-
lished based on ability and mix players from different towns. The league is for girls ages 10 to 12 entering grades 5 and 6, and for girls ages 13 to 15 entering grades 7 and 8, and it is hosted by Sadie Sport. Players should bring their own warmup ball with their name on it, but a game ball will be provided. The registration fee is $125 for residents and $135 for non-residents.
Contact Madison Beach and Recreation at 203-245-5623 with questions or for registration help.
Several Hand Indoor Track
Athletes Qualify for Nationals
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
The Hand indoor track team had a successful winter season, with several athletes qualifying for Nationals. Braydon Shields qualified in the high jump, and
Sean Arms qualified in the pole vault. John Daniels, Stone Leckey, Lucas Nolte, and Aedan Virgulto qualified in the 4x200meter relay, and Daniels, Virgulto, Emmett Merschman, and Nolte qualified in the 4x400 relay.
May 15 to May 21
Photo courtesy of Tom Virgulto
Pictured is the 4x400 relay team that qualified for Nationals for Hand indoor track in John Daniels, Aedan Virgulto, Emmett Merschman, and Lucas Nolte.
Softball Sweeps the Week, Boys’ Tennis Earns a Win
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Baseball
The H-K baseball team traveled to Valley Regional/Westbrook on May 7 and fell 4-2. Chase Bruno and Evan Aubin each had two hits in the loss.
The next day, the Cougars hosted East Hampton and won 9-0. Todd Butler had two hits and an RBI, and Evan Aubin recorded two hits and an RBI to lead H-K’s offense. Sawyer DiMatteo threw a four-hit shutout and struck out six.
Boys’ Tennis
H-K boys’ tennis traveled to Westbrook on May 7 and won 7-0 to remain undefeated in Shoreline Conference play.
Senior co-captains Bryce Leiberman (6-2, 6-0) and Joe Wessinger (6-3, 6-0) both won at No. 1 and No. 4 singles, respectively, in straight sets. Their wins were complimented by Tyler Medina (6-0, 6-1) and Matthew Medina (6-0, 6-0), who were victorious at No. 2 and No. 3 singles, respectively, for the Cougars.
In doubles play, seniors Chase Smalley and Michael Perry (6-3, 6-4) kept their record as unbeaten intact for the fifth consecutive conference match at No. 1 dou-
bles, while AJ Livingston and Joe Lucero at No. 2 doubles (6-7(5), 6-2, 6-0) and Joe Castelli and Larson McLaughlin at No. 3 doubles (6-4, 4-6, 6-1) completed the sweep with third set wins in their matches.
Softball
On May 7, H-K softball traveled to Valley Regional and won 2-0. Claire Eighmy had two hits and drove in both Cougars runs. Emma Giaccone pitched seven innings, giving up zero hits and zero runs. She also had 12 strikeouts.
The next day, the team hosted East Hampton and won 6-4 in a doubleheader. Grace Natanzon drove in two runs, and Grace LaConte and Eighmy each drove in one. Giaccone pitched five innings, giving up five hits and one earned run. She
walked two and struck out nine. In the other game of the doubleheader vs. East Hampton, the Cougars won 14-0. LaConte and Olivia LaTorre drove in four runs each in the victory. Kacey Coon drove in two runs, and Natanzon, Caley Napoletano, Hannah Reilly, and Jessaly Araujo each drove in one. Giaccone pitched five innings, giving up five hits and zero runs. She walked one and struck out one.
Girls’ Tennis
H-K girls’ tennis hosted Westbrook on May 7 and lost 5-2. Lily Austin won 6-2, 62 at No. 4 singles, and the No. 3 doubles pairing of Riley Crotty and Lexie Mattison won 6-2 6-7 6-2.
Outdoor Track Shines in Invitational Meet, Boys’ Lacrosse Splits the Week
Continued from page 20
Deacon Wilkens won 6-2 6-1 at No. 3 singles. Gonzalves and Waterman earned a 61 6-4 victory at No. 1 doubles.
Softball
The Hand softball team traveled to Cheshire on May 7 and lost 13-0. Lena Aguzzi and Danielle Phelan each recorded a hit in the contest. Grace Hall pitched 3.1 innings, giving up six hits and five earned runs. She walked six and struck out three. Erin Cerny pitched 0.2 innings, giving up zero hits and one unearned run. She walked one and struck out one.
The next day, the Tigers hosted Amity and fell 2-1. Phoebe Brennan hit a double and drove in Hand’s lone run. Hall pitched seven innings, giving up three hits one earned run while walking four and striking out six.
On May 10, Hand hosted Guilford and took a 7-6 loss. Bianca Pasquinelli drove in two runs for the Tigers, and Katelyn Woy-
towich, Aguzzi, and Alexa Young each drove in one. Hall pitched seven innings, giving up seven hits and one earned run. She walked six and struck out six.
Boys’ Lacrosse
Hand boys’ lacrosse hosted Cheshire on May 6 and lost 7-4. Max Cuticelli had three goals, and Pj O’Hanlon had one goal. Hudson O’Hanlon had two assists, and Kenny Pompilli had one assist. The team then hosted Xavier on May 8 and won 10-4. Pj O’Hanlon scored two goals, and Hudson O’Hanlon had one goal and five assists (recording his 100th career point). Pompilli added one goal and one assist, while Quinn Gies had one assist. Quinton O’Dea had two goals, one assist, while Mason Parcells added one goal. Cuticelli had two goals, two assists. Anthony Albino recorded 12 saves).
Baseball
Haven on May 7 and fell 2-1.
The next day, the team hosted Fairfield Warde and took a 7-0 loss.
The Tigers ended the week at Hamden on May 10, securing a 4-3 victory. Hayden Whitcher improved his record to 4-1 by pitching six innings and allowing two hits. Lucca Boyce was 2-3 with two RBI, and Clay Cosgriff had an RBI single. Rocco Zagami had two hits, and Nick Maynard had two doubles. Paul Calandrelli had his fifth save of the season.
Outdoor Track
The Hand boys’ and girls’ outdoor track teams competed at the 93rd Annual Greater Hartford Invitational at East Hartford on May 10. This is a premier invitational that attracts schools from Connecticut and surrounding states, including New York and Massachusetts. Hand tied with Hamden as meet champions, when the 4x400-meter team beat Hamden in the last event to even the overall score.
The boys’ 4x100 team finished third in Lucas Nolte, Stone Leckey, Aedan Virgulto, and Matt Peterson, and John Daniels finished eighth in the 110 hurdles. In the 1600, Jack Rickleman finished 10th with a personal record (PR), and Nolte placed first in the 400 with a PR of 48.92. Daniels placed third in the 300 hurdles, while Peterson placed fourth in the 200. Annecy Vlieks placed third in the 3200 for the girls, and the boys’ 4x400 team of Daniels, Virgulto, Nolte, and Peterson finished first with a meet record, a school record, the best time in Connecticut this season, and qualified for Nationals with a time of 3:18.68.
In the boys’ javelin, Leckey finished first with a winning throw of 165-04, 14 feet better than the second place contender. in the girls’ triple jump, Brooke Anderson finished seventh, and in the girls’ high jump, Anderson finished third. Alexis Kuszpa finished first in the girls’ pole vault with a jump of 9-00.60, and Sean Arms finished first in the boys’ pole vault with a jump of 13-06.00.
Hand Girls’ Tennis Using Strong Chemistry in Postseason Push
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“Despite numerous injuries which have disrupted our lineup, we have fought through the setbacks and persevered,” Gage said.
The regular season ends for the Tigers in less than two weeks, and Gage is looking forward to some upcoming matches on
their schedule. He knows, though, that his team can’t take their feet off the gas, and everyone needs to stay completely focused.
“We have Cheshire and Amity coming up again, as well as Guilford, who we lost to in the first week of the season,” Gage said. “They are always competitive matches; we’ll all be battling for the top few spots in the conference. If we can enter
the SCC and state tournaments healthy and with our lineup at full strength, there’s nothing we can’t accomplish, and I can’t wait to get there.”
The Tigers full roster is comprised of seniors Abigail Bishop, Helfrich, Lowy, and Scott; juniors Bradstreet, Brown, Browning, Phoebe Burt, Coscia, Jasmine Couret, Claire Harriman, Emma Lee,
Martin, Poole, Powers, and Eva Rose; sophomores Natalie Diep, Chloe Haydon, Rachel Lehman, and Lyons; and freshmen Emma Clark, Caitlyn Given, Hatiboglu, Olivia Howard, Reese Powers, and Isabelle Wilker.
The Hand baseball team hosted West
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Fun By The Numbers
Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test!
Last Week’s Answers
Here’s How It Works:
Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
Award Season, Next at Ivoryton, and Affordable Theatre
Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York Professional Theater
By Karen Isaacs
Columnist
Honorary Tony
: Michael Price, who served as executive producer of Goodspeed for 48 years, will receive an Honorary Tony Award for Excellence in the Theatre at the ceremony on Sunday, June 8. Other recipients of honorary Tonys include PBS’s Great Performances and the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. While Price was at Goodspeed, it received a special Tony award in 1980 and the Best Regional Theatre Award in 1995.
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5497. Information is available at ACTofCT.org.
New
Revue at Chester
: Next up at Ivoryton Playhouse is , billed as an intimate portrait of Katharine Hepburn, a Connecticut native. The solo performance starring Caryln Connolly is set in the sunroom of her Old Saybrook home. It runs through Sunday, June 8. Tickets are available at IvorytonPlayhouse.org.
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The Great Kate Tea at Five Waitress
: The ACT (A Contemporary Theatre of Connecticut) production of is already proving so popular that many performances are sold out. The hit musical, with music by Sara Bareilles, runs from Thursday, May 29, through Sunday, June 22. The best bet for finding tickets is to call the box office at 475-215-
: Goodspeed’s Terris Theatre in Chester will open , a new musical about life, love, and laughter during the third act of our lives. The popular team of Richard Maltby, Jr., and David Shire wrote the show. The show runs from Saturday, May 24, through Sunday, June 15. For tickets, visit Goodspeed.org.
NYC Award Nominations About Time
: The Tonys, the Outer Critics Circle (I am a member), and the Drama Desk have all announced their award nominations. While the Tonys are limited to Broadway shows, the others include off-Broadway productions. , , and , all musicals, garnered the most nominations, with , , , and each getting seven nominations. Only and scored big in the Outer Critics nominations, and
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for the Drama Desk awards.
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Happy Ending Just in Time Floyd Collins
The Hills of California The Picture of Dorian Gray
John
Some categories were jammed with possible nominees. Across the board Audra McDonald for and Nicole Scherzinger ( ) were nominated by all three for lead performance in a musical, as were Darren Criss ( ), Jonathan Groff ( ) and Jeremy Jordan ( ). In the play categories, acting nominations went to Laura Donnelly ( ), Sarah Snook ( ) by all three groups. The Tonys also nominated Sadie Sink ( ), George Clooney ( ), and Mia Farrow ( ).
Tony Surprises and Snubs
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Steven Sondheim’s Old Friends Gypsy Floyd Collins Our Town
Othello Pirates! The Penzance Musical Real Women Have Curves Boop!
: Some categories were so crowded with possible nominees that well-known performers and well-reviewed performances were overlooked, including Sutton Foster ( ) and David Hyde Pierce ( ) Idina Menzell ( ), amd Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga ( ), as well as directors George C. Wolfe ( ), Tina Landau ( ), Kenny Leon ( ) and others. Neither Denzel Washington nor Jake Gyllenhaal was nominated for . Both , , and received few nominations. Also receiving very few nominations were two
shows I thoroughly enjoyed: and
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Smash Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends Redwood
: Once the Tony nominations are announced, the producers of some shows realize that the game is over. Nominated shows see a bump in ticket sales; no nominations can mean a decline in ticket sales. , the musical starring Idina Menzel, got mixed reviews. After it was shut out of Tony nominations, it announced it would close this weekend. It had planned on running through midJuly. You can expect other shows will follow.
Affordable Theatre
: Producer Sonia Friedman and Hugh Jackman have launched a new company dedicated to intimate and accessible live theater. It will feature short runs of fully rehearsed, fulllength plays, plus readings and other events around the world. The shows will be staged in small venues and will be as affordable as possible. Their first endeavor is starring Jackman. It’s at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre through Wednesday, June 18.
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Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident.
To check out her reviews for New York and Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word press.com. She’s a member of the Connecticut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Circle, the League of Professional Theater Women, and the American Theatre Critics Association.
‘Notes on Killing’ at Yale Rep Combines Politics, Drag, and Surrealism to Make a Point
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Lolita is named for Dolores “Lolita” Lebrón, a passionate advocate for Puerto Rican independence. In 1954, Lolita, with other nationalists, opened fire on the U.S. House of Representatives, injuring five members of Congress. She was sentenced to 30 years in prison; President Jimmy Carter commuted her sentence in 1979. In the office, Lolita meets the receptionist, who tells her she is not yet ready. To help her, the receptionist appears as each member of the board, but in drag. Lolita shoots each, after which the receptionist declares her ready.
Samora la Perdida, as the receptionist, transforms themselves into the female incarnation of each board member with funny and touching results. Each persona includes humor and sometimes music. The costumes (by Arthur Wilson), make-up (by Sarah Cimino), and hair (by Matthew Armentrout) are outrageous and creative. You will be amazed each time the receptionist appears in their new character.
Playwright Mara Vélez Melénedez must include a great deal of Puerto Rican history to ensure that audience members understand the background to these events. This can seem forced; after all both the characters are not
only Puerto Rican, but pro-independence; both would know this material. The Yale Rep program includes more background, not only about the island’s history and economic status, but also about the history of drag on the island.
Meléndez uses drag to make points about not just colonization but also acceptance and understanding. In the play, Lolita says, “The journey of decolonization starts with the self!”
Carmela and la Perdida have played these roles before in the 2022 off-Broadway SoHo Rep production. This is reflected in their assured performances. La Perdida has the showier role; they make the most of it.
The board office is on a raised platform with what appeared to be a labyrinth beneath it; it is here that the receptionist changes into each new drag character. Patti Panyakaew’s design is clever, but there is an inherent problem. From where I sat, more than halfway back, I could not see what was going on beneath the playing area. I felt that I missed a major part of the production. The receptionist’s many transformations are part of the show. runs through Saturday, May 17. Tickets are available at YaleRep.org.
Notes on Killing
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Christine Carmela in a scene from Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members.
‘Into the Light’ Exhibition Opens at Mercy by the Sea
Into the Light, an exhibit that combines the arts of painting and poetry, opens in Mercy by the Sea’s Mary C. Daly RSM Art Gallery on Friday, May 16, and runs through Saturday, June 28. An opening reception featuring the exhibit’s collaborating artists, Deb Paulson and Jean Golicz, will take place Friday, May 16, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Paulson says Into the Light grew out of conversations with Golicz about how differently people experience winter. “A lot of people fear it because of the darkness,” she says. The two friends realized that, especially as creatives, they love winter. “It’s a time to go inward; all activity stops, and it’s your time to create.”
With this in mind, they approached Into the Light as a way of reframing darkness as the matrix of creativity. As they undertook the project, Golicz wrote a collection of poetry inspired by the book of Genesis and written through an eco-spiritual lens.
Upon receiving Golicz’s poems, Paulson would read and meditate on them before beginning a painting. Through the process, she realized she was painting waves and, in doing so, confronting a traumatic sailing voyage she experienced in her 20s. As creating Into the Light was transformative for Paulson, she hopes others will discover what resonates with their personal experience and connect with the exhibit.
Into the Light is an interdisciplinary exhibit combining the three spiritual practices of Lectio (the poetry) and Visio (the paintings). The third practice, Terra Divina, comes when guests are encouraged to spend time on the grounds of Mercy by the Sea after viewing the exhibit. “Getting outside and into nature is our salvation,” Paulson says. From a sailor’s viewpoint, time at sea gives an even deeper perception. “When you’re outside of land, it’s a perfect circle — there’s the horizon, the sea, and the sky. It opens you up.”
Deb Paulson holds a BFA from the University of Connecticut and an MFA from Simmons University. In addition to being a painter, she has been a video producer, professional weaver, basket maker, and children’s book reviewer. The Deep River resident has been a student of Zen Buddhism for 37 years.
Paulson spent her adolescence sailing the East Coast and offshore to Bermuda and the Caribbean with her family. When she bought her sailboat five years ago, she became engrossed with the challenge of painting waves in watercolor. A realization struck: her quest to paint the nature of waves was subconsciously a way of working through the trauma of a sailing trip taken in her late 20s.
During that voyage, her family’s 37-foot sailboat was caught in a tropical storm with 50-knot winds and 30-foot seas. “It was terrifying,” she recalls. “I was convinced to the rock bottom of my soul, I was going to die.”
While working on “Into the Light” and its focus on darkness, Paulson had an epiphany: “Darkness, both physical and emotional, is the matrix of creativity.”
After retiring as a humanities and social sciences
teacher, Golicz transitioned to ministry, completing her postgraduate sixth year in pastoral counseling and a doctoral dissertation in eco-spirituality. A student of natural revelation, the Old Saybrook resident seeks to deepen her understanding of the Creator, creation, and all creatures, including her rescued animals. She enjoys sharing adventures with her human and more-than-human friends on the summit or the shore.
The “Into the Light” poems and paintings are the product of such a friendship that began on the shores of Long Island Sound. Golicz and Paulson continue to “chilly dip” year-round, enjoying the dark contrast of the water during a full moon and the light display at sunrise. Mercy by the Sea is a unique retreat and conference center set on 33 scenic acres along the shore of Long Island Sound. The center offers a truly unique experience,
with programming and space that foster a contemplative spirit, opportunities for personal growth, and professional development within an inclusive and welcoming environment.
The center’s rich ecosystems and abundant wildlife provide opportunities for reflection and connection with the natural world. Guests are invited into a spirit of hospitality and spaciousness that supports a meaningful relationship with the Sacred, self, others, and creation. Mercy by the Sea stands as a place of renewal and community — retreat in every sense of the word. For more information, visit mercybythesea.org or facebook.com/mercycentermadison or call 203-245-0401.
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Photo courtesy of Mercy by the Sea
Photo courtesy of Mercy by the Sea
Deb Paulson Painting Into the Light.
Deb Paulson Painting Ray of Light.
Photo courtesy of Mercy by the Sea
Photo courtesy of Mercy by the Sea
Deb Paulson Painting Dawn.
Deb Paulson.
Three Corners of Rock ‘n’ Roll Heaven at the Cafe Nine
By Aaron Rubin
Special to Living
I’d like to apologize for the tardiness of this edition of my music column; reporting on major developments and referendums in my coverage areas has assumed most of the real estate in my journalistic mind lately. But now that I have found the time to write for this section of the paper, it turns out to be perfect timing.
Three of the last shows I have seen at New Haven’s Cafe Nine, one of my favorite spots to see blistering rock and metal shows, ultimately connected as an axiom of hard rock music stemming from the genre’s past, performed mostly by young guns. We can start off with those dual rippers right now.
Miracle Blood
The Boston trio, whom I saw on March 22, is a post-hardcore outfit with a healthy respect for noise so abrasive its mission
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statements appear to be making ceilings crack and ears bleed. Their latest release, , is certainly a trip through the inferno below, made even more horrifying when the sheer volume of what is on record translates on a stage just 10 feet away from you.
Hello Hell
Miracle Blood’s allegiance to rock’s past is discovered in the underrated era of ‘90s noisy posthardcore and alternative metal. According to a playlist located on their Spotify page created by their frontman Clown Howard, the band has a strong foundation in what lurked beneath the underground while grunge and nü-metal ruled the charts. Artists like Melvins, The Jesus Lizard, Converge, Helmet, and Drive Like Jehu inform their refreshed
Old Saybrook Rotary Club Food Drive
: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Four locations: Stop & Shop, 665 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook; BIG Y, 22 Spencer Plain Rd., Old Saybrook; Westbrook Town Green; and the Old Lyme Fire Department, 69 Lyme St. Members of the Old Saybrook Rotary will collect nonperishable food items, toiletries, and other paper products. Monetary donations will also be accepted. For info, contact Joan Winters at 86-861-8811 or wj.winters.com, or visit osrotary.org.
Old Saybrook Garden Club Annual Gardeners' Market
: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Old Saybrook Town Green. Features member plants, zinnias, dwarf tomatoes, annuals, hanging baskets, houseplants, herbs, vegetables, baked goods, and more. Master gardeners will be available for advice. For info, visit old-saybrook-gardenclub.myshopify.com.
: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library lawn, 758 Main St., Branford. Features cut flower bouquets, native plants, perennials, summer and fall bulbs, herbs, vegetables, and flower seedlings. Includes child-friendly plant projects, handmade note cards, and the Bartlett native tree giveaway. Master gardeners will offer advice and answer gardening questions. For info, contact Catherine Jackson at 203-218-5671 or catherine.s.jackson@gmail.com.
take on the era. Nirvana and Rage Against the Machine have a place in their sound, but merely through the channeling of their anger, rather than only the kind of musical prowess that Miracle Blood certainly has more of.
If those who are still rocking out to ‘90s noise and alt-metal want to hear how the younger generation reinterprets these underappreciated movements, Miracle Blood is the band for you.
Killer Kin
Having written about New Haven’s own Killer Kin in the past before seeing them again on April 18, I’ll keep this one concise. Another young band, their sound dates back even further into rock history, being influenced by the music that inspired the influences of Miracle Blood.
Proto-punk, essentially: The Stooges, MC5, New York Dolls, and several others that played abrasive, straight-for-the-jugular,
extremely loud turbo-rock before the style arrived on the shores of the United Kingdom.
If you like the Detroit and New York sound of the early ‘70s, and perhaps something a bit darker, Killer Kin is the band for you.
Anvi
This was the headlining act on April 18 for whom Killer Kin opened, and it was the second time seeing the Canadian rock trio since last year when they came to Hamden. Anvil has been around since the early ‘80s, formed by Steve “Lips” Kudlow and Robb Reiner, two Jewish best friends from Toronto.
Before thrash metal emerged from San Francisco and New York, Anvil was North America’s first real metal band to reinterpret the sound of the British New Wave of Heavy Metal. After over 40 years and numerous records, Anvil maintains the traditional metal sound, but balances out its self-aggrandizing and campy ele-
: 9:30 a.m. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Hosted by the Women & Family Life Center. For info, contact Emily Rorke at 203458-6699 or erorke@womenandfamilylife.org.
: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Features handcrafted items and products made by local small businesses and artisans. Guests can also shop the library's book sale for gently-used and nearly-new paperback and hardcover books for adults and children. For info, visit events.hchlibrary.org.
Cans for Cancer: Donation of Recyclable Cans and Plastic Bottles
: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Clinton Fire Department, 35 E. Main St. Proceeds benefit the Clinton Rotary Cancer Relief Fund to help shoreline cancer victims with bills not covered by insurance. For info, call Sandy Allen at 860-883-5185.
Installation Ceremony for the Witness Stone
: 11 a.m.
Henry Whitfield State Museum, 248 Old Whitfield St., Guilford. The event honors Cuff, a slave at the Whitfield House from 1772 to 1775. He was a gardener and teamster, and he may have served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. Cuff was researched by students at Elizabeth C. Adams Middle School in Guilford. Speakers include Pat Wilson Pheanious, executive director of the Witness Stones Project and former Connecticut state representative. Attendees can also tour the Whitfield House and Visitor Center exhibit galleries. For info, contact 203-453-2457 or whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum.
ments with a more grounded side steeped in pure rock and roll. Songs like “Winged Assassins” and “Mothra” are reminiscent of Judas Priest and Iron Maiden, but those epic moments are sandwiched between the straight forward, stripped-down numbers like “Legal At Last,” (a song celebrating the legalization of marijuana in their native country”) and “Badass Rock ‘n Roll.”
If you’re thinking that I have personally listened to all 21 Anvil albums, no, I have not, nor do I plan on doing so. But the consistency of releases and touring throughout the decades is admirable, making them a band of the people that is in music for the purest of reasons.
If you want your hard rock more traditional and with the people rather than above them, Anvil is the band for you. But, honestly, all three bands I have told you about are bands of the people. There’s no petty flashiness or egoism. Just rock and roll.
Stop the Bleed Class
: Noon. Killingworth Ambulance Association, 335 Route 81. Free and open to ages 12 years and older. Stop the Bleed is a national awareness campaign launched in October 2015 to encourage grassroots efforts to empower the general public to help in bleeding emergencies before professional help arrives. For info, call 860-663-2450 or visit killingworthambulance.org.
: Noon to 4 p.m. Guilford Green. Features local vendors, artists, food trucks, crafts, books, face painters, and more. For info, email info@guilfordpride.com.
: 1 p.m. Young’s Pond Park, Blackstone Ave., Branford. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Co-hosted by the Branford Historical Society and the Shoreline Greenway Trail. Rain date: Saturday, May 24. To register, contact 203-488-4828 or programs@branfordhistoricalsociety.org. For info, visit branfordhistoricalsociety.org/events.
Met in HD Live: Salome
: 1 p.m. Madison Cinemas, 761 Boston Post Rd. Running time: 135 minutes with no intermission. Shoreline Opera Club will lead a 30-minute talkback after the broadcast. For info or tickets, call 203-2452456 or visit madisoncinemas2.com.
2025 Branford Garden Club Spring Sale
SHEro Awards Spring Craft Fair
Third Annual Guilford Pride Event
Young's Pond History Walk
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The Poets Among Us
: 1 to 4 p.m. Branford Arts & Cultural to Alliance (BACA) Gallery, 1004 Main St. Friends and neighbors share their poems in a fun environment. Includes refreshments and live musical entertainment. For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@ gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org.
Goodspeed Musicals Gala and Auction
: 3 p.m. Smith Farm Gardens, 60 Smith Rd., East Haddam. Features animal trainer Bill Berloni as 2025 honoree for his dedication to the safety and protection of animals in the arts. For info or tickets, visit goodspeed.org.
Branford Arts Society Presents Carl Cranmer
: 3 to 4 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library Auditorium, 758 Main St., Branford. Features a piano performance with pieces from Scarlatti, Chopin, and Borodin. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Official After-Party for Pride
: 4 to 6 p.m. First Congregational Church of Guilford lawn, 122 Broad St. Features DJ Grandsolo. Free. Rain date: Sunday, May 18. For info, email Diana Harris at ddartharris@gmail.com
Bloom Gala: Leadership and Legacy
: 5 to 9 p.m. Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford. Features cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, and more in celebration of the leadership of Barbara Pearce and the welcoming of Sylvia Allais as the new CEO. For info or tickets, visit hospice.com.
Author Event: Ocean Vuong in Conversation with Soon Wiley
SUNDAY, MAY 18
Spring Migration Bird Walk
: 8 to 10 a.m. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Led by Tom Connolly of the Madison Audubon Shop. Bring binoculars or rent a pair for $4. Rain or shine. To register, visit dudleyfarm.com/events. For info, email director@dudleyfarm.com.
Pride Worship Service
: 10 a.m. First Congregational Church of Guilford, 122 Broad St. For info, email Diana Harris at ddartharris@gmail.com.
Neurodiverse Exceptional Youth Society Family GetTogether
: 1 to 3 p.m. Madison Surf Club, 87 Surf Club Rd. For all families interested in building community and celebrating the strengths of high-functioning neurodivergent and gifted youth. Features games, activities, and connection at the Madison Surf Club. Hosted by NXYS: Neurodiverse Exceptional Youth Society. For info, email nxysociety@gmail.com.
TUESDAY, MAY 20
Food and War
: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Presented by Rosa Mo, retired chair of nutrition sciences at the University of New Haven. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
Met in HD Encore:
: 10 a.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. Running time: 195 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
19th Annual Madison Exchange Club Golf Classic
The Emperor of Gladness: A Novel
: 7 p.m. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Book: . Cost: $35, includes admission for one attendee and a copy of the book; $5 for a student ticket. Sponsored by R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Concert by Judy Collins
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AND SUNDAY, MAY 18
Memory Reconsidered: A Modest Proposition
: 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. : Two sessions: 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. I-Park, 428 Hopyard Rd., East Haddam. Features an experimental artnature project set within a woodland setting. The works by artists will be sensitively integrated into the landscape. No pets allowed. Free admission but a $15 freewill donation is suggested. Proceeds benefit I-Park's 2026 Composers + Musicians Collaborative Residency. For info, visit i-park.org.
: 2 to 4 p.m. Daniel Hand High School, 286 Green Hill Rd., Madison. Features the 2025 alumni concert and season finale. Tickets: $15 for adults; $10 for children, students, and seniors. Service fees apply. For info or tickets, visit dhhsvibe.com.
When Our Voices Rise Spring 2025 Concert
: 4 p.m.
Andrews Memorial Town Hall Auditorium, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Features a performance by The Shoreline Chorale, with music director Russ Hammond and accompanist Emma Bocciarelli. Admission: $25 suggested donation, free for children 12 and younger. For info or tickets, visit shorelinechorale.org/index.html.
MONDAY, MAY 19
2025 Old Saybrook Chamber Golf League
: Tee times start 4:30 p.m. Fenwick Golf Club, 580 Maple Ave., Old Saybrook. Open to chamber members only. Space is limited. Remaining dates are Mondays, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, and Sept. 15. Cost: $250 per golfer. For info, email judy@oldsaybrookchamber.com or visit business.goschamber.com/events.
Shoreline Opera Club Discussion of the Met in HD Live Broadcast:
The Legend of Anne Bonny Salome
: 5:30 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Open to all. For info, email MetOperaMadison@gmail.com.
Author Event: Hugh Mangum
Barbecue: Smoked & Grilled Recipes From Across the Globe
: 6:30 p.m. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info, call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
The Bookshelf: Madison Chamber of Commerce Book Club
The Pumpkin Plan: A Simple Strategy to Grow a Remarkable Business in any Field
: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: by Mike Michalowicz. Moderated by local businesswoman Kelly Norcia. Sponsored by Olando and Son Painting. Copies of the book are available for sale at R.J. Julia. Open to the public, membership with the Madison Chamber is not required. For info, call the chamber at 203-245-7394 or visit madisonct.com.
: 11 a.m. Madison Country Club, 8 W. Wharf Rd. Registration begins 11 a.m., followed by a putting challenge, and a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Golf awards will recognize the best golfers in the categories for men, ladies, and mixed foursomes. Dinner, open bar, raffle, silent auction, and a putting challenge follow the play. Cost: $200 single entry, $800 for foursome. For info, call Bob Graham at 203-4157653 or email Vince Dussich at vince@dussick.com, or visit madisonexchange.org.
Spring 2025 Business Fundamentals Session: Digital Marketing Must-Haves
: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Via Zoom. Fifth of five sessions. Participants are encouraged to attend all five modules but may attend any single session. Free. Hosted by SCORE Southeastern Connecticut Chapter. Series sponsored by Berkshire Bank. For info or to register, visit score.org/easternct/local-workshops.
Author Event: Sarah Moon in Conversation with Amy Bloom
Salome Family Week
: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Trivia Night
: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. For info, contact 860-6692342 or sudie@hchlibrary.org.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21
Bus Trip to Historic Homes in Wethersfield, Connecticut
: 9:30 a.m. Meet at St. George Church parking lot, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Features a docent-led tour of three fully furnished homes, followed by a visit to the Colonial gardens and museum. Lunch on your own at Heirloom Restaurant. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $25. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
Social Security 101
: 1:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Presented by Benjamin Rhodes, III, metropolitan public affairs specialist at the Social Security Administration. A brief questionand-answer period follows the presentation. Hosted by the Essex Library. Free and open to the public. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.
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Page Turners
FamilyWeek bySarahMoon
This is a joyful celebration of three different families with typical struggles, as the long-time friends are growing into who they are, and also realizing who they aren’t. Sarah Moon’s characters are so compelling, I can’t pick a favorite, but I definitely need a trip to Provincetown this summer!
— Jamie,
R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
Every other week, we invite local booksellers to submit suggestions for the best books on shelves now—it’s all part of our mission to keep our readers informed, up-to-date, and entertained. View previous Page Turners at www.zip06.com/pageturners.
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BigBeautifulLife byEmilyHenry
I have enjoyed all of Emily Henry’s books, and this one was no exception. It tells a heartwarming story about the sacrifices we make for the people we love most. I laughed, cried, and fell in love with the bold characters as they reflected on the decisions and moments that come together to create our sometimes messy, but ultimately beautiful, lives.
— Tijae, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
TheGuiltPill bySaumyaDave
A wild, page-turning story that portrays the intersection of successful women’s professional and personal lives. What are the consequences for the female who “has it all”? I empathized with and rooted for Maya from start to finish!
— Lori, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
BloodintheWater byCaseySherman
If you loved the book A Murder in Hollywood by Casey Sherman as much as I did, you will love this book too! This is a local Connecticut crime story with all the elements. There’s greed, family tensions, adultery, revenge, hatred, fraud, and much more. Casey Sherman maps out this case in an easy-to-follow manner. This book does not disappoint, and Casey, I’m ready for your next book!
— Judi M., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
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SATURDAY, MAY 24
Quarry Trail Walk
: 9:30 a.m. Branford
Quarry Trail. Meet in the parking lot on Quarry Road. Features a one-hour moderately challenging walk on the Branford Quarry Trail that entails some climbing and uneven path. Rain cancels. Sponsored by Shoreline Village CT (SVCT). For info, contact SVCT at 203-747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org.
Cemetery Tour of Westbrook Civil War Soldiers’ Gravestones
: 1 to 3 p.m. Lower Cemetery, South Main Street, Westbrook. Free admission. Open to the public. Hosted by the Westbrook Historical Society. For info, email westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com or visit westbrookcthistorical.org/2025-events.
Puzzle Competition
: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Teams (four to six members) race to complete a 500-piece puzzle. Arrive by 1:15 p.m. Limited to 10 teams. If no puzzle is completed after the three-hour period, the number of pieces left will be counted and the two teams
TheAmalfiCurse bySarahPenner
This book is incredible! It has sea witches, pirates, romance, and adventure, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. I loved the strong female lead, Haven, who is a professional diver determined to find the sunken treasure her late father discovered. Once she arrives in Italy, she begins to unravel the legends that have haunted this region for centuries. This book is filled with magic, thrilling twists, and unforgettable characters.
— Tijae, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
TheSevenO'ClockClub byAmeliaIreland
Four strangers, a counselor, and a grief support group, unlike any other. As they share their pain and work through their pasts, there is a surprise twist that neither they nor the reader sees coming! This debut novel is clever and creative, blending emotional depth with a touch of the surreal. I really couldn’t put it down.
— Laura B., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
with the fewest number of pieces will be the winners. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Opening Day for
: 3 p.m. The Terris Theatre, 33 N. Main St., Chester. The show runs through Sunday, June 15. Other showtimes available. For info, call 860-873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org.
MONDAY, MAY 26
Madison Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony About Time
: 9:30 a.m. Downtown Madison. At 8 a.m., smaller ceremonies take place starting at West Cemetery followed by the Naval ceremony at West Wharf. All are invited. For the parade, marchers assemble at 9:30 a.m. at Stop & Shop, 128 Samson Rock Rd., Madison. The parade steps off at 10 a.m. from the intersection of Sampson Rock Drive and Boston Post Road and makes its way to the Madison Town Green for the ceremony at 11 a.m. Groups are welcome to join in the parade but are reminded of the solemn nature of the event. For info, contact Donna Farrell at 203-804-2693 or farrell.donna@ gmail.com.
TheRetirementPlan bySueHincenbergs
A woman’s husband dies. The insurance payment takes care of her retirement needs. Her three friends are jealous. Their husbands’ retirement plans have not gone well. Their wives come up with their own plan…kill the husbands. Of course, they don’t have a clue how to do this. A fun light read with lots of plot twists. Perfect beach reading material. -Rob, Breakwater Books, Guilford
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If You Love ‘60s Music, You Will Enjoy the Legacy Theatre Show
By Karen Isaacs
Special to Living
If you put a nightclub show on a theater’s stage, does that make it a musical? I wondered about this while watching Legacy Theatre’s opening production, Legends of the ‘60s, through Sunday, May 18. It could be either a nightclub act or a concert. Because of the audience interaction, I would characterize it as a nightclub act, perhaps because I would have enjoyed the show more if I had an adult beverage or two before and during it.
Chaz Esposito, the star, certainly has a ton of experience and energy. He gives his all during the two-hour show with intermission. He must be exhausted when the show ends.
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He also has a following; his Bobby Darin shows sold out at the Legacy Theatre. From the reaction of many in the audience, you can tell he has followers who are delighted to see him in this new show.
If you are a fan of the era’s music, you won’t be disappointed. Esposito gives us numbers for everyone from Elvis to Darin and Sinatra. The list goes from Neil Sedaka, Frank Sinatra, John Sebastian of the Lovin’ Spoonfuls, Dean Martin, Jerry and the Pacemakers, the Monkees, the Temptations, and more. He even includes Dusty Springfield. Surprisingly, Tony Bennett is omitted, as are Andy Williams, Jack Jones, Al Martino, Paul Anka, and others.
The patter between the songs ranges
Christian Science Church Service and Sunday School:
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sundays. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 49 Park St., Guilford. Open to all. For info, call 203453-1975 or visit christianscienceCT.org/Guilford.
Christian Science Testimony Meeting:
7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 49 Park St., Guilford. Open to all. For info, call 203-453-1975 or visit christianscienceCT.org/Guilford.
Coastal Camera Club Meeting:
7 p.m. First and third Wednesdays. Via Zoom. To register (required), contact wfrprs@att.net. For info, visit coastalcameraclub.org.
Color and Conversation:
6 to 7:30 p.m. Last Monday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Bran-
from anecdotes about the performers or songs, to stories of Esposito’s career, and to slightly R-rated interchanges with the audience. Some are interesting or amusing; others go on too long. The night I saw the show, he included every possible story, causing the show to go on too long.
The show focuses on the up-tempo numbers; even the few ballads are done a la Bobby Darin, who was known for making every song an up-tempo one. It would have been good to hear songs like “Strangers in the Night,” “My Way,” “What Kind of Fool Am I?” or “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.”
He is accompanied by two backup singers, Stephanie Steele and Kayla Cook, whose bios are not included in the pro-
ford. Registration is not required. For info, call 203-4881441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Coloring and Conversation:
2 to 3 p.m. First Monday. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Registration is suggested. For info or to register, contact Cindy Baklik at 860-395-3184 or cbaklik@actonlibrary.org, or visit actonlibrary.org.
gram. Each has one duet with Esposito, but for the most part, they pump their arms in rhythm and provide oohs and aahs.
A 12-piece band accompanies him, all talented musicians. This was another problem. The sound design by JP Queenan needed better balance. Often, the band was so loud that Esposito was hard to hear. Plus, the sound was loud, better suited to a bigger environment. Each audience member will find songs they will enjoy and possibly remember. For tickets, contact LegacyTheatre CT.org.
and patterns are provided, but participants may bring their own. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
Cookbook Club:
6 to 7:30 p.m. Fourth Tuesday. 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.
: 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Hosted by The Shoreline Soup Kitchen & Pantries, Madison. For info, email mainoffice@fccmadison.org or visit shorelinesoupkitchens.org.
Community Breakfast Compassion Kits:
4 p.m. Wednesdays. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Participants knit and/or crochet items for charity. Needles, yarn,
Craft of the Month:
6 to 7:30 p.m. First Tuesday. Creative Loft at the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register, visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Photo courtesy of Legacy Theatre
Photo courtesy of Legacy Theatre
Chaz Esposito has a ton of experience and energy. He gives his all during the two-hour show with intermission.
Esposito is accompanied
band
two backup singers, Stephanie Steele and Kayla Cook.
Pardee-Morris House Celebrates Juneteenth
The New Haven Museum invites families to celebrate Juneteenth at the PardeeMorris House with a creative and engaging kids’ program led by museum educator Rohanna Delossantos. “Make a Plate! Juneteenth Food & Culture for Kids” will take place on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 2 p.m. This free event is designed for children aged 12 and under.
During this hands-on program, young visitors will create a pretend Juneteenth “feast” using paper and craft supplies, learning about the symbolism of red foods like hibiscus tea and red velvet cake—both traditional elements of Juneteenth cuisine. Families will take home a collection of play foods to continue the celebration. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket for outdoor seating.
Delossantos shares that the tradition of red drinks traces back to West Africa, where kola nuts and hibiscus pods were steeped in water. As West African culture endured through the transatlantic slave trade, the ritual of red drinks remained a powerful symbol. She quotes Nicole A. Taylor’s Watermelon and Red Birds: A Cookbook for Juneteenth and Black Celebrations, writing:
“Making red drinks is communion, a libation to old and new sacrifices—the future and past illuminated through the glass. A sip takes you on a journey from where we’ve been to where we’re going.”
A history teacher in the New Haven public school system, Delossantos brings years of classroom experience to her museum programs. She developed this particular craft activity while watching her own children play make-believe and wanting them to understand the significance of Juneteenth.
“I hope families who are familiar with Juneteenth food traditions will enjoy a joyful afternoon of play,” she says. “And for those new to Juneteenth, I hope they gain an understanding of its history—of red, of seasonal Southern foods in June, and of the holiday’s powerful expressions of freedom.”
A passionate educator, Delossantos teaches in the New Haven Public Schools Adult Education program, helping students earn high school diplomas through innovative classes like Project Museum, a student-run community museum focused on career-readiness. At the New Haven Museum, she has led family programming since 2019, including standout events like MLK Day dream mobiles, Barriles de Bomba, and paper dolls celebrating every-
day New Haven heroes. Her own children often help her test and refine her creative programs.
Located at 325 Lighthouse Road in New Haven, the Pardee-Morris House dates to about 1780 and is listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places. Originally built around 1750 by Amos Morris, the home was burned during a British raid in 1779 and later rebuilt and expanded by the Morris family. In 1918, descendant William S. Pardee willed the house to the New Haven Colony Historical Society, today the New Haven Museum. For a full summer schedule of events at the Pardee-Morris House, visit newhavenmuseum.org/visit/pardee-morris-house.
Founded in 1862 as the New Haven Colony Historical Society, the New Haven Museum has preserved and shared the rich history of Greater New Haven for over 160 years. Located at 114 Whitney Avenue in downtown New Haven, the Museum offers exhibitions, collections, educational programs, and community outreach that bring more than 375 years of regional history to life. As a Blue Star Museum, NHM provides free admission year-round to active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve members. For more information, visit newhavenmuseum.org, follow @NewHavenMuseum, or call 203-5624183.
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Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum During this hands-on program, young visitors will create a pretend Juneteenth “feast” using paper and craft supplies.
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Nestled amidst 14.4 acres of idyllic beauty, this magnificent country estate is not just a residence — it’s a lifestyle, a retreat that transcends the ordinary.
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Upon entering, you are greeted by a grand foyer that sets the tone of exquisite craftsmanship and luxury that carries throughout the home. The first floor flows seamlessly upon 10-inch oak floors with original antique nailing.
The exquisite kitchen is equipped with a custom five-burner La Cornue range, two expansive granite islands providing ample space for culinary excellence and casual dining, three copper sinks, multiple warming and cooling stations, oversized Sub-Zero and views to both dining rooms.
The first-floor primary suite enjoys its own wing — a sanctuary featuring en suite dual bathrooms connected by a massive steam shower, a hair salon, make-up room, sitting room, infrared sauna and a vast closet that is a fashion enthusiast’s dream, complete with a connected laundry room.
Entertainment is at the forefront of the lower level with a game room that promises endless hours of competition and camaraderie. The movie theater is designed to replicate the cinematic experience, with plush seating and advanced technology, which is ideal for private screenings or unwinding with your favorite films. The wine cellar ensures the perfect vintage is always on hand. The
state-of-the-art gym will satisfy even the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts.
With 11 en-suite bedrooms and a fully equipped in-law apartment, this masterpiece must be seen!
This home is being offered for sale by William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty for $3,900,000. For more information or a showing, contact Melanie Scull at 323-314-0888.
The first-floor primary suite enjoys its own wing — a sanctuary featuring en suite dual bathrooms connected by a massive steam shower, a hair salon, make-up room, sitting room, infrared sauna and a vast closet that is a fashion enthusiast's dream.
Nestled amidst 14.4 acres of idyllic beauty, this magnificent country estate is not just a residence — it's a lifestyle, a retreat that transcends the ordinary.
Upon entering, you are greeted by a grand foyer that sets the tone of exquisite craftsmanship and luxury that carries throughout the home.
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Real Estate Transactions
MADISON
: Elvira Grasso to Laurie Mccurdy, $920,500 on April 24
: Dennis Carroll and Lidia R. Navarro to Alexander J. and Jessica Condil, $575,000 on April 21
: Estate of Elizabeth M. Inkster and Robin I. Guerette to Ms Hooks Farm LLC, $500,000 on April 21
: Colleen Balkan to Natasha M. Casanova and Anthony J. Masucci, $825,000 on April 21
: L C Smith & A H Criddle T and Geoffrey T. Smith to Linda C Dahlquist T and Linda C. Dahlquist, $810,000 on April 22
: Nancy M. and Grant D. Prentice to Alexander T. and Jacqueline George, $644,000 on April 24
: J R Maxx Properties LLC to Joseph V. and Tracey Hurley, $435,000 on April 21
: James M. and Amy J. Zinaman to Jeffrey Nese and Barbara Aaron, $1,315,000 on April 25
: 97 Pratt Road LLC to Mary J. Sullivan and David A. Demeyere, $1,500,000 on April 23
: James M. Childs to John G. Keenan and Mary A. Hanrahan, $700,000 on April 24
: Ursula A. Wilson to James M. Childs, $675,000 on April 21
: John Randall to
Thomas and Julie A. Randall, $225,000 on April 25
: Estate of Gillian K. Davis and Shirley J. Davis to Roman Daniels, $425,000 on April 24
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NORTH BRANFORD
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Walter J. and Deborah Schrader to 2514 Boston Post Road LLC, $80,000 on April 24
67 Horseshoe Road
: Kirk V. and Susan E. Laughlin to Eric and Emily Bishop, $665,000 on April 22
491 Little Meadow Road
: Edward
C. Horne and Sara E. Goold to Turner L. Carnes and Hope Dieffenbach, $650,000 on April 22
34 Michelle Lane
: Estate of Lynette V. Roberts and Branden Cheesman to Tiffany Adams, $518,000 on April 24
289 State Street
: Sherri Dente to Marco Silva, $820,000 on April 21
BRANFORD
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53 Brushy Plain Road Unit 3A
Robert and Sandra Bernardo to Peter and Annette Roding, $225,000 on April 25
20 Hammer Place
: Janet Megdadi to Kings Hwy Partners LLC, $295,000 on April 23 :
13 Harbour Village Unit D
Deborah H. Hine and John P. Higgins to Thomas P. Jones, $315,000 on April 25
31 Harbour Village Unit A
: Ellen
A. Quagliaroli to Joann Gargiulo, $329,900 on April 25
72 Johnsons Point Road
: Meredith
A. Sherin to Antonio Ponvert, $1,330,000 on April 22
46 Monticello Drive Unit 46
: Lisa
Manzi and Lynne S. Alfano to Barbara Gambino, $210,000 on April 23
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Matthew R. Porter to Thomas and Dawn Boulas, $269,000 on April 21
: Anthony and Dorothy M. Walker to Margaret Foley, $520,000 on April 21
: Estate of Margot
G. Dillon and Lisa M. Albitz to Nicholas M. Pisano, $325,000 on April 22
NORTH HAVEN
: Malgorzata and Stanislaw Rosinski to Sararat and Gonglean Tosakoon, $410,000 on April 23
8 Locust Avenue
: Michael A. Ruotolo to Sarah Brooks, $425,000 on April 15
90 Mansfield Road
: Estate of Nancyy E. Webb and Nancy E. Webb to Jonathan and Irene Katzias, $490,000 on April 21
2 Old Orchard Road
: 2 Old Orchard
Road LLC to James R. and Kaitlin S. Morrissey, $490,000 on April 25
Pierpont Hill Unit 4
: Ral North Haven LLC to Michael T. and Carol C. Teixeira, $644,601 on April 23
66 Roarke Road
: Jan A. and Paula
R. Childs to Maryou Musallam, $479,000 on April 14
14 Roger Avenue
: Brian Axler and Teresa Dimatteo to Cody Mahon and Kaylee Wagner, $535,000 on April 15
OLD SAYBROOK
: Estate of Anna C. Zangari and Angelo Zangari to Andrew C. and Catherine L. Casolino, $890,999 on April 24
: Perzanoski Children T and Todd J. Perzanoski to Michael and Elisabet Aiezza, $646,000 on April 23 49 Atlantic Drive
: Poonam and Sanet Thakore to David R. Prickett and Bronwyn M. Monahan, $875,000 on April 23
: Fourteen Willard Avenue Ext to James L. and Kimberly A. Carlone, $1,300,000 on April 25 16 Seagull Road 14 Willard Avenue Ext
WESTBROOK
: Anne Stevenson to Laurie and Edward Shelasky, $865,000 on April 24
DEEP RIVER
: Rcf 2 Acquistion T and Us Bank TNa to Vermeer Group LLC, $305,000 on April 24
: Daniel Marrara to Nancy M. Prentice, $269,900 on April 25 : Melissa D. Cavrell to Susan E. Whaples, $380,000 on April 21 : Emma Rosina LLC to Jupiter Realty 2 LLC, $350,000 on April 24 : Lee Nelson and Denise Giattina to Jannatul Mawa, $481,000 on April 22 : Estate of Louis Pellegrino and Robert Pellegrino to Francis Pena, $300,000 on April 24
NEW LISTING
15 Saxon Road, Madison
$799,900
Sun-Filled Colonial in Prime Madison Location. Ideally situated near Madison’s beautiful beaches and vibrant town center. Well-maintained and thoughtfully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath Colonial. A spacious family room addition features vaulted ceilings, custom built-ins, and wood-burning fireplace. Primary suite with private bath and walk-in closets. Generous Ipe deck overlooking a peaceful, private backyard. Walk to Webster Point Beach and minutes from charming shops, restaurants, and more.
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23 Paper Mill Drive, Madison
$680,000
Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, this classic 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offers 2,323 sq ft of comfortable living, plus a full walk-out basement with endless potential. Highlights include hardwood floors, a remodeled kitchen, all new windows, and a cozy family room with a woodburning fireplace. Upstairs features a spacious primary suite and 4 additional bedrooms, including a flexible bonus room perfect for an office, gym, or playroom. Set on 2.13 acres, enjoy peaceful outdoor living.
$1,150,000
NEW LISTING
Graciously Remodeled Colonial beautifully updated 4-bedroom home a newly remodeled kitchen and baths. The primary suite offers a spalike bath and walk-in closet, while all additional bedrooms include en suite baths. Enjoy a private office or guest room on the main level, a finished lower level for bonus space, and your own backyard oasis with a pool, hot tub, pergola, and stone patio—all surrounded by lush landscaping. 67
$639,900
Stunning 2-bedroom townhouse-style condominium. Designed with elegance. The first floor with a chef-inspired kitchen, spacious open floor plan with pristine hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, stylish light fixtures, and soaring 9’ ceilings. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is complemented by a generous walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bathroom. A 2nd bedroom with its own full bathroom. All freshly painted, making this home move-in ready. Easy access to vibrant downtown Madison and Guilford.
