BOS Weighs Next Steps After Academy Project Rejected
By Aaron Rubin
Staff Writer
At a May 13 meeting, the Madison Board of Selectmen reflected on the landslide rejection of the proposed Academy Community Center project at the May 6 referendum and collectively agreed it is time to move forward with next steps for a building that has stood vacant for 21 years.
Voters rejected the project by a margin of 3,670 to 1,413. By contrast, the town’s general and education budgets were approved by margins of 3,076 to 1,991 and 3,174 to 1,892, respectively. Selectwoman Jennifer Gordon said the results show that Madison residents understand how their tax dollars are spent and are thoughtful about where investments should be made.
“I think it sends a message to us as a board that it’s not that folks are against investment,” Gordon said. “They’re being discerning where and how their dollars are being spent. I think that’s a takeaway for us as we move forward looking at all kinds of projects.”
First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons agreed,
See BOS Weighs Next Steps page 12
To Market
A Wave Hill Breads staff member selects a fresh loaf for a customer at the Madison Farmers Market on May 16. The market runs Fridays through Thanksgiving, featuring farm-fresh produce, artisanal breads, meats, cheeses, mushrooms, honey, and baked goods.
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George Delmhorst
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George Delmhorst: Honoring All Those Who Served
By Aaron Rubin
Staff Writer
The Memorial Day parade in Madison is set for Monday, May 26, and begins at 10 a.m. As usual, it will be a day to honor those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
But for George Delmhorst, the marshal of this year’s parade, it will also be a day to recognize all service members who have played a contributive role in both military and civil society and “worked at making this country what it is,” he says.
This includes veterans like George himself, for whom being in the military was not a career, but was inspired by the values he learned during his service and assumed the “job of building America to what it has become,” he says.
“That’s the focus of my people this Monday,” he says. “Those are the veterans that we don’t often think about: the people who are just in for one, two, or three tours.”
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George, for whom serving as parade marshal is a “big honor, no question about it,” served in the Navy between 1963 and 1966. He remembers the beginning of his service accurately, partly because it began on one of the darkest days in American history.
“I was commissioned the day Kennedy was shot,” he says. “It was completely unknown what was going to happen in the world.”
George was stationed in Georgia and San Diego before boarding the USS Mount McKinley, an amphibious flagship that saw action in World War II, the Korean War, and finally the Vietnam War. His time on the ship saw him and his fellow ship’s company trek from the West Coast of the contiguous United
States to the Philippines, and they were “ready to land troops at any time.”
That time came on March 8, 1965, “when we landed the first combat troops, 3,500 Marines, in Da Nang,” he says, which was the first deployment of major U.S. ground combat troops in South Vietnam. It was an “unopposed landing,” he says, but it was also a pivotal moment that George witnessed, which was the transition of the United States from an advisory role to a participatory role in the Vietnamese conflict.
Following his three-year service, George moved from his native Brooklyn to Connecticut, where he became involved in Madison’s American Legion Post 79. One of his major roles while in the post was performing the bugle call “Taps” at military funerals.
He says at one point, organizers of funerals he played the tune at “ran out of live buglers who knew how to sound Taps, and
See George page 11
Photo Courtesy of Barbara Delmhorst George Delmhorst will recognize all those who served in the military on Monday.
Editor to the 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 a continued commitment communities for teachers from instructional coaches to schools. budget continues to provide environments where and socially thrive.
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The Voters Have Spoken
The May 6 referendum result, where Madison voters decisively rejected the proposed $8.1 million budget increase for the Academy School renovation, sends a clear message: our community is not prepared to take on the escalating costs and long-term commitments of transforming the building into a community center.
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.
Suzanne Carlson Guilford
Extend the Same Welcome Mat
With the plan for a community center no longer viable, the need for inclusive public space is more urgent. A centrally located green space would offer all residents a place for recreation, relaxation, and community connection. It would promote health, environmental sustainability, and social cohesion in ways that a building simply cannot.
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This outcome opens the door to a more fiscally responsible and broadly beneficial alternative—the demolition of the Academy building and the creation of a vibrant multi-use green space in its place.
Renovation costs had soared to $24 million, nearly 50% higher than initially planned. Even if offset by grants or donations, the long-term operating and maintenance expenses would place an ongoing burden on taxpayers. In contrast, developing a park offers predictable costs, lower maintenance, and serves a wider segment of the community.
Hope Alliance Needs Volunteers
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.
This is also an opportunity to unite the town around a fresh vision for this valuable land. Let’s come together to design an open, accessible, and enduring space that reflects our shared priorities.
The voters have spoken. Now, let’s act in the spirit of that decision—responsibly, creatively, and with an eye toward what benefits the most residents.
Bruce H. Wilson, Jr. Madison
Bruce Wilson is a member of the Board of Selectmen
The Hope Alliance for Animals Incorporated, 2 Roast Meat Hill Road, Killingworth, seeks volunteers. For more information, contact 860-663-0324, 203-988-4654, or hopealliance@hotmail.com, or visit www.hope-alliance.org.
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NOTE: Call the town clerk at 860-6631765, ext. 502, or visit www.townofkillingworth.com to learn how to participate in the following meetings:
Saturday, April 6
Meetings clerk at 203-453-8001 or visit website at www.guilfordct. participate in the following
Commission: 7:30 p.m.
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Inland Wetlands Commission Walk Meeting: 7:30 a.m.
Monday, April 8
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Wednesday, April 10
Inland Wetlands Commission: 7 p.m.
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Shell sh Commission: 7:30 p.m.
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Obituary John Schtatz
Killingworth
John Otto Schtatz, 72, of Killingworth, died peacefully at his home on May 2, 2025, after a six-year illness which he endured with grace and dignity.
He was predeceased by his parents, Otto and Marie Schtatz, who established their family in this country, arriving in 1950, after the war in Europe. He leaves his beloved sisters, Villie Tine and Teka Schtatz, who were also his close and loving friends. In addition to his sisters, he will be sorely missed by brother-in-law David Tine, JoAnn Tine and wife Ann Marsh, a close and loving group with whom he shared holidays and Sunday dinners for many decades. Also, John leaves his dear cousin Ellie Muggleston (and husband Steve Stetson), with whom he grew up as a member of his immediate family. In addition, John leaves his cousins: Deborah Noble (and husband James), and their children Kristen Noble, Nicole D'Amato (and husband Vincent and son Dylan)
and Alyssa Booker (and husband Spencer and daughter Reagan); Christopher Orsine (and husband Tom Magnani); and Daniel Orsine (and wife Ann and their children, Nico and Aquinnah).
John's warm and caring manner will be missed by his family and by his friends, many of whom were part of his life from his early years. John was a graduate of Southern Connecticut State University. Over the course of his career, he worked with several local and national companies in various retail capacities. Among John's many special interests were his love of art museums, music, botanical gardens and nurseries, mission furniture, and the many "finds" he discovered while antiquing in shops and at annual fairs. One of John's favorite pastimes and great talents was gardening; his home was filled with flowers, vegetable gardens, and plants of all kinds - a love surely inherited from his parents, who always had the most magnificent gardens in the neighborhood.
A celebration of John's life for his family and friends will be held at a date to be announced.
Assistance Available for Madison Residents
Madison Social Services offers programs to qualified Madison residents, including camp scholarships, the back-to-school program (in August), and the rent rebate program for seniors or the disabled, which runs until Wednesday, Oct. 1. For more information on these programs, senior citizens can call Heather Noblin at the Madison Senior Center at 203-245-5627; individuals or families can contact Molly Fahey at Madison Youth and Family Services at 203-245-5645.
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The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center will host its Kate’s Camp for Kids summer day camp at 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook, from Monday, June 23, through Friday, Aug. 15. Seven one-week sessions will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for children ages 5 to 10. Each week of Kate’s camp is filled with theater, music, dance, and visual art and culminates in a performance for family and friends that unifies all of the art forms. The camp weeks will run with the following themes: Week 1, June 23 to June 27, Robots; Week 2, July 7 to July 11, Exploration: Antarctica; Week 3, July 14 to July 18, The Wild West; Week 4, July 21 to July 25, Under the Sea: Australia's Great Barrier Reef; Week 5, July 28 to Aug. 1, Planes, Trains, and Automobiles; Week 6, Aug. 4 to Aug. 8, Wilderness Adventure; and Week 7, Aug. 11 to Aug. 15, Kate's Tournament of Champions. The cost is $350 per session with a 10% discount for siblings within the same household. Campers must have completed kindergarten to be eligible. Before- and after-camp care are available for an additional fee. Registrations are now being accepted and partial scholarships are available. For more information or to register, call 860-510-0473 or visit thekate.org.
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Nominations Sought for 13th Annual Beacon Awards
By Laura Robida
Managing Editor
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” –Mahatma Gandhi
For the past 12 years, Shore Publishing and Zip06.com have proudly shone a light on 180 extraordinary members of the shoreline community who all share one powerful trait: heart. Their generosity of spirit, time, and talent helps lift up our towns and bring people together. Now, as we look ahead to the 13th annual Beacon Awards, we’re excited to celebrate the next 15 honorees who continue this tradition of selfless service.
Beacon Award winners are thoughtful, compassionate, and deeply committed to making a difference. Whether they’re leading community programs, supporting local causes, or simply lending a hand where it’s needed most, these individuals help make the shoreline a better place for everyone. It is our honor each year to recognize and celebrate their efforts at the Beacon Awards Gala.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our past Beacon Award recipients—you’ve helped shape our communities into vibrant, welcoming places to live, work, and play. We are equally grateful to the businesses and organizations that have supported the Beacon Awards over the years. Your partnership makes this celebration possible.
As we prepare for the 2025 awards season, we look forward to seeing your nominations. You are the eyes and ears of the shoreline, and your insights help us spotlight those unsung heroes among us. Please visit www.beaconawardsct.com and click on “Nominate” to submit your candidates for the 13th annual Beacon Awards. Who inspires you? Who gives generously of themselves without ever seeking recognition? We want to hear about them! Nominations are due by June 27.
To all our past winners and nominees—thank you. The Beacon Awards are what they are because of you. We are honored to celebrate your impact and your continued dedication to the community we all call home.
The 2025 Worth Tasting Event, a series of downtown culinary walking tours in New Haven, continues through Saturday, Dec. 13. The food-tasting tour is led by Stephen Fries, food columnist, professor of hospitality management. The tour lasts four hours and includes stops at six to eight restaurants and eateries in the Elm City. Tours depart 10:30 a.m. from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple Street. The remaining tours will be held on Saturdays, June 14, Sept. 13, Oct. 25, and Dec. 13 (holiday tour). Parking is available at the Crown Street or Temple Street Garage in New Haven. Tickets cost $80 each, except for the December tour, which is $85. Service fees apply. Reservations are required. For more information or to make a reservation, call 203-415-3519 or visit worthtasting.co/newhaven.
VOTING ROUND BEGINS!
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Haddam-Killingworth High School Quarter 3 Honor Roll
Grade 12 High Honors
Sarah Yvonne Bradley, Olivia Rose Campo de la Vera, Joseph Castelli, Liam Christopher, Jack James Cozean, Trevor John Dixon, Claire Rose Eighmy, Emmerson Irene Goeden, Skylar Elizabeth Hale, Alejandra Linda Hubbard, Bella Infante, Mitchell Benjamin Kelsey, Grace Ann LaConte, Bryce Daniel Leiberman, Clare Elizabeth Link, William Andrew Lirot, Zachary Alan Lloyd, Sonya Rose Luneau, Olivia Sage Macaluso, Natalya Mallon, Makayla Rosemarie Mancarella, Ashton Masterson, Ava Grace Mazzotta, Larson Yong-Sheng McLaughlin, Saige Logan Merwin, Grace Elise Miller, Colin Mitchell, Brody Paul Mitchill, Caley McGill Napoletano, Justin Walter Nieliwocki, Molly Audrianne O’Neal, Michael Gordon Perry, Amelia Petersen, Veronica Pypa, Seanna Ruimerman, Joseph Salafia, Mathias Schweitzer, Keira SehlAlbert, Abby Sirignano, Jeffrey Thebeau, Koen Thomen, Gabrielle Williams
Grade 11 High Honors
Delaney Aronson, Reagan Aronson, Lily Austin, Jack Bailey, Gabriel Blair, Chase Bruno, Sophia Carone, Stephanie Coleman, Jameson Conte, Ryleigh Degnan, Julia Downing, Gavin Eddinger, Chloe Engler, Jamien Evans, Chloe Felder, Alexander Fredericksen, Joshua Frith, Emma Giaccone, Jacob Gordon, Collin
Plan to Get Your Plants
Green, Tetsuya Imai, Chase Insalaco, Ashley Kelly, Dina Kilroy, Axel Kolcio, Emma Kowalski, Della Krete-Cacase, Adam Livingston, Avery Maxwell, Daniel McCourt, Magdalen Miller, Alison Miranda, Grace Mitchell, Cameron Moore, John Moyher, Catherine Nguyen, Finnegan O’Hanlon, Briella Ortega, Norah Ridgeway, Amelia Riggs, Mikayla Ruggiero, Faith Santamaria, Spencer Savoy, Rowan Simonelli, Cash Smigel, Elijah Sorrentino, Emily Spong, Ivy Zheng
Grade 10 High Honors
Chloe Abarientos, Zi Abbott, Audrey Bailey, Charlotte Behnke, Evan Berardino, Maxim Bergman, Dylan Brown, Lillian Carey, Alexandra Catalano, Molly Celentano, Peyton Dixon, Brody Ferguson, Olive Forristall, Ava Geissler, Juliette Harriman, Safina Hussain, Maizie Irons, Elna Krasniqi, Gabrielle Lajoie, Luc Lamarre, Sophia Langer, Audrey LaRosa, Aidan Lena, Michael Leone, Camryn Lisitano-Rode, Mia Lomuntad, Audrey Macy, John Mastriano, Mia McLaughlin, Cali Mitchell, Ella Mitchell, Rebecca Mitchell, Bruce Peese, Frieda Petersen, Isla Poapst, Adalyn Proulx, Rocco Reagan, Aaron Richwine, Camden Ruiz, Madelyn Ruocco, Christopher Sanders-Roberts, Emilia Schweitzer, Aoife Sidlow, Riley Grace Stephens, Cole Therrien, Tyler Traczyk, Wyatt Voegtli
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.
Grade 9 High Honors
Eleanor Barry, Emma Castiglioni, Carter Commerford, Aria Cummings, Camryn Danaher, Thomas Downing, Ethan Eddinger, Peyton Esposito, Eveneser Garcia, Sophia Gordon, Hayden Gouin, Crystal Lin, Alexa Lopez, Keira Lundt, Kaitlyn Mazer, Matthew Medina, Tyler Medina, Lucas Packtor, Samantha Panzella, Tristan Papuga, Laura Quilliam, Brianna Schaefer, Eliza Sturges
Grade 12 Honors
Julia Leona Bermingham, Liem Criscuolo, Jordan James Duncanson, Christopher Raymond Frasco, Adriana Garoppolo, Anthony Garoppolo, Samuel Charles Greenwood, Derek Richard Haase, Jamie Lynn House, Joseph Wade Jacobs, Ariana Nevaeh LaViola, Elias Lowrey, Emily Masterson, Sarah Joan Pierce, Hannah Pranulis, Margaret Robinson, Maxwell Selmer, Madalyn Seward, Jackson Smith, Dylan Thomas
Grade 11 Honors
Jackson Bottaro, Michael Bredefeld, Abby Brinkmann, Addison Burr, Kellen Cassidy, Jaden Fazzone, Anthony Fredericksen, Luke Frohlich, Eli Hamann-Shay, Paisley Hardgrove, Payton Kaplowitz, Isabela Kelly, Brielle Kent, Emilia Maziarz, Ian McLean, Owen Mitchell, Garrett
Mitchill, Sarah Munz, Grace Natanzon, Nathaniel Novick, Ian Pizzorusso, Payton Rich, Jonathan Saraceno, Jeffrey Schull, Matthew Singer, Adam Stall-Ryan, Vanessa Swanson, Jake Wolfradt, Sydney Wrinn
Jordan Belanger, Rachel Burt, Kaylee Chlodnicki, Tyler Dickinson, Cole Dingus, Lucy Dysinger, Michael Girgenti, Whitney Golanski, Garrett Jordan, Ian King, Isabella LaViola, Aubrey Lonergan, Mila Maresca, Lexie Mattison, Sebastian Morales, Fischer Norton, Mya O’Brien, Richard Parkinson, Luca Piacenti, Joshua Rindfleisch, Megan Saraceno, Karissa Sehl-Albert, Grace Shariff, Aubrey Signore, Eli Snow, Sophie Snow, Tyler Statkiewicz, Olivia Stephens, Lauren Thebeau, Sawyer Todd, Aaron Torres, Alexander Wiese
GAC Opens Registration for 2025 Summer Youth Program
Registration for Guilford Art Center’s Summer Youth Art Program is open. Geared toward nurturing children’s creativity, refining their artistic skills, and fostering meaningful social connections through hands-on activities, the program offers weekly sessions for children ages 5 to 12 and special teen classes and workshops for those 12 and up. The Summer Youth Art Program runs from Monday, June 23, through Friday, Aug. 22. Parents and guardians can choose from morning and afternoon sessions for their children or sign up for bridge care and create the full-day of sessions. For more information, call the Guilford Art Center at 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Swallow Cruises
The Connecticut Audubon Society is hosting a river cruise on Sundays, from Aug. 31 through Sept. 21, with departure from the Essex Steam Train Station, 1 Railroad Avenue. The event includes a roundtrip transportation to the dock on the Essex train and then the trip by boat to see the migratory display. Passengers will experience an avian treat when thousands of tree swallows settle in at sunset on the lower Connecticut River during their fall migration. The scenery can be viewed from three decks on a 70-foot Mississippi-style river boat. Food, a full bar, and restrooms are on board. Tours are about 3 ½ hours in length and range in departure from 3:30 to 5 p.m., with earlier departure times later in the month. Return to the dock is at around 8:30 p.m. The fee is $55. For more information, call 860-767-0660 or visit the day trips link at ctaudubon.org/ecotravel-home.
George Delmhorst: Honoring All Those Who Served
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they came up with a recording and on a device that could fit into a trumpet, but speaker was the size of a quarter, and it sounded like it.”
Although he had not played a brass instrument before, he thought, “I bet you I could do a better job than what I’m hearing.” He found a teacher who showed him how to perform the bugle call.
“I had a lesson this morning,” George says.
To this day, George will go to all cemeteries in Madison where veterans lie to perform “Taps,” even if no one else is around, at least those who are living. Those who lie can still hear it, he says.
“One of the cemeteries is way out in the woods behind a camp, and there are only eight flags out there. But I’ll replace the flags and then sound ‘Taps.’ There’s nobody listening except me, and I’m fully aware of what I’m doing and who’s listening and who’s hearing it.”
Both veterans who have passed and who are alive will be the focus of George’s speech on Memorial Day, thanking all those who have served in the United States and helped to build it into the country that it is now. Much of what has compelled service people to become involved in their communities, George says, is the result of what their stints in the military taught them, including the importance of being a contributing member of society.
“The military has affected my life in how I comport myself and how I deal with other people in other situations,” says George. “These are the people who came home and became teachers and nurses and doctors and businessmen. These are the people who volunteer to run the library.”
From school boards, church boards, or any town board, “people on there are veterans” who bring the values of selfless service and dutifulness wherever they go, he says, and “continue to be contributors to this country.”
The Shoreline Theater Academy's advanced musical performance troupe presents 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.
RTPEC Summer Camp Open for Registration
Registration is open for the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center (RTPEC) summer camp. Each session of the summer camp features a natural science focus. The camp will take place at RTPEC, 100 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, and run from Monday, June 16, to Friday, Aug 15. Each weeklong session will focus on a project relevant to the week’s theme, allowing children to participate in a hands-on curriculum tailored to meet each child’s interest and skills. Campers are organized in groups based on their ages. The camps for ages 5 to 7 and 8 to 10 are as follows: Eco-Adventures, Art and Discovery, Estuary Explorers, and Super Scientists. The camps for ages 11 to 13 are Eco Engineers and River Rangers. Camp fees vary. For more information or to register, visit ctaudubon.org/rtp-summer-camp.
GriefShare Meetings
GriefShare is a weekly faith-based bereavement support group that offers help, encouragement, and support after the death of a spouse, child, other family member, or friend. The support group meets from noon to 2 p.m. on Sundays through June 8 in the cafe at Christ Chapel, 1185 Durham Road, Madison. (No session on Mothers' Day, May 11, and possibly May 25, the Sunday preceding Memorial Day.) The weekly format includes supportive discussion about video content and a journaling workbook reinforcing each week’s topics. A journal/workbook can be ordered directly through GriefShare when participants register. All are welcome. For more information or to register, call Sue Granniss at 860-913-1654 or specify “Madison, Connecticut” at griefshare.org/findagroup.
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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
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
ESTATE OF Claire M. Giannecchini (25-0140)
BOS Weighs Next Steps After Academy Project Rejected
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saying the project was primarily supported by a coalition of town departments and organizations that “all saw something that they would benefit” from. Still, she noted that support became harder to maintain given “major budget hurdles” and national economic uncertainty.
Selectman Bruce Wilson said the community was clearly thoughtful in its decision, emphasizing the vote was not partisan.
“This was the community making, collectively, a valued decision,” Wilson said.
Wilson reiterated his support for demolishing the Academy School and advocated for creating a new green space on the site, in line with the vision he and Gordon share of a community gathering place “without the building.”
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
The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated May 6, 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.
Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk
The fiduciary is:
Richard J. Giannecchini, 7 Canborne Lane, Madison, CT 06443
Selectman Scott Murphy said he has seen “lots of opinions” on social media about the future of Academy, with “tearing it down and putting in a park” among the most commonly voiced ideas.
Murphy agreed the board should not delay and said forming a new committee at this point would not be helpful.
“I think we need to own this thing in the short term and listen to the public. Obviously, they told us some pretty strong messages over the last couple weeks, and we need to go execute,” he said.
While moving quickly may satisfy calls for action—especially if that includes demolishing the building—Selectman Al Goldberg urged caution and careful deliberation before a final decision is made.
Goldberg said the board should conduct the “due diligence the public expects from this Board of Selectmen before we come to any conclusions about what’s next.”
He called the idea of creating a park “reasonable” but stressed the importance of exploring all options, especially in light of changing development costs and public sentiment.
As indicated by the referendum results, the increased cost of the Academy project—from $16 million to $24 million over three years—was a major concern for taxpayers. Lyons acknowledged that further cost increases were likely.
“That was the messaging that went out for people who didn’t like the project,” she said. “People just don’t want to have another weight in the budget every year, whether it’s interest expense or operating costs for the building.”
Lyons said the idea of demolishing Academy had the strongest support in online forums, though other suggestions included affordable housing, a town pool, commercial space, or even creating something akin to Boston’s Faneuil Hall. One suggestion she noted was to turn the site into a “piano factory.”
She added that many of these ideas would require outside investment, not taxpayer dollars.
Regardless of the path forward, Lyons said the town should not overlook the “strategic value” of the Academy property, given its prime location in downtown Madison.
“It’s adjacent to all our important town facilities near the town green,” she said. As a first step, Lyons recommended seeking a cost estimate for demolition. Once obtained, the Board of Selectmen will need to allocate funds for a scope study and final estimates, taking into account changes in the economic landscape.
“The world has changed; the housing market has changed dramatically since 2018,” Lyons said.
She suggested releasing a request for proposals for a land lease to “see what the market tells us” about potential costs or directions for the site.
The board is expected to receive a proposal for hiring an estimator at its next meeting on Tuesday, May 27. Lyons noted that obtaining a demolition cost estimate could take several months.
MADISON ZONING BOARD OF
APPEALS
At a regular hybrid meeting held on May 13, 2025, the Zoning Board of Appeals took the following actions: 25-03. 27 Green Hill Place; Map 44, Lot 4; Zone: C; Owner/Applicant: 27 Beebe LLC (Bruce Beebe); Variance request to Section 6.1.3c 6.5’ variance request for 13.5’ to the South property line where 20’is required, 6.1.3c 7.5’ variance request for 12.5’ to the North property line where 20’is required and Section 2.17 48’ variance request for 2’ to the critical coastal resource where 50’is required. Application includes a Coastal Site Plan. APPROVED
Dated this 13th day of May, 2025
Maria Pettola, Land Use Official
Perfect Paloma
Story by Carol Andrecs
Strikingly beautiful Paloma is a 7month-old long-haired tan and white kitten. Her siblings were adopted as a pair, which leaves Paloma all alone, wishing for a home with another cat she can play, cuddle, and wrestle with. She is an absolute angel who is very social, loves being around people, and enjoys petting and brushing. Will you open your heart and give Paloma a forever home? Stop by our open house or apply to adopt her online at www.forgottenfelinesct.org.
Find Your Match At Forgotten Felines:
Forgotten Felines holds an open house every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary.
Forgotten Felines is run entirely by 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.
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.
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.
Photo by Kathy Bruni
Horoscopes Crossword
For the week of May 22 - May 28
ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, this week your dreams might be a tool for gaining insight on what you want to accomplish. Although dreams can’t predict the future, they may reveal some of your subconscious desires.
TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21
Follow your instincts this week, Taurus, even if you’re more prone to reason than whimsy. Let the chips fall where they may and go with the flow.
GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21
This week can be all about feeding your mind, Gemini. Walk around a bookstore and pick up the first book that catches your eye, regardless of its subject matter.
CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22
Something may be worrying you lately, Cancer, but you can’t exactly put your finger on it. Talk about your feelings with others as another person may have a different perspective.
LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, seize an opportunity to pursue the things that you want most of all. Use this week to map out a plan and then get started on all of the steps before you reach your goal.
VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22
Check out ways that you can advance your career or education this week. The energy around you is favoring growth, so now is the time to take advantage and learn a new skill.
MAY 22
Naomi Campbell, Model (55)
MAY 23
Melissa McBride, Actress (60)
MAY 24
Brianne Howey, Actress (36)
MAY 25
Roman Reigns, Wrestler (40)
LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23
Others trust your opinions because your intuition tends to be spot on, Libra. When a friend comes to you this week asking for some advice, you will not hesitate.
SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22
Use your creativity to make things happen this week, Scorpio. This may not produce a finished product, but it could be about an innovative way to approach a task or problem.
SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21
Figure out some new ways to expand your horizons this week, Sagittarius. Identify means to personal growth, including educational opportunities.
CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, it is important to step out of your routine every so often to increase your knowledge and expand your horizons. This is one of those weeks to do so.
AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18
Are you satisfied with your career, Aquarius? If you have been mulling a career change, this could be the week to start moving your chess pieces around.
PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, don’t worry too much about the changes that lie ahead this week. You have a more adaptable nature than you might realize. As changes come your way, embrace them.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
MAY 26
Stevie Nicks, Singer (77)
MAY 27
Lily-Rose Depp, Actress (26)
MAY 28
Colbie Caillat, Singer (40)
CLUES ACROSS
1. Yearly tonnage (abbr.)
4. British thermal unit
7. Afflict
8. Refrain from harming
10. Galls
12. Leg bone
13. Rhine distributary
14. Recipe measurement
16. Chap
17. Useful book
19. Mountain Time
20. Snakelike fishes
21. Places where people live
25. US, Latin America, Canada belong to
26. Periodical
27. A type of sense
29. A way to get possession of
30. Everyone has one
31. Body art
32. Mr. October
39. Abba __, Israeli politician
41. Head movement
42. Jeweled headdress
43. VCR button
44. A way to change color
45. Basketball move
46. Upright stone slab
48. Forest-dwelling monkey
49. Pulsate steadily
50. Negative
51. Sino-Soviet bloc (abbr.)
52. Unit of work
CLUES DOWN
1. Island
2. Pittsburgh ballplayer
3. Chemical compound
4. Indicates density of data (abbr.)
5. Mesas
6. Wild, long-legged sheep
8. Engine additive
9. “CSI” actor George
11. Stony waste matter
14. Thyroid-stimulating hormone
15. Pores in a leaf’s epidermis
18. Digraph
19. Married woman
20. Peripheral
22. Northern Italy city
23. Klutz
24. Type of tree
27. Witnessed
28. Popular breakfast food
29. __ Mahal
31. BoSox legend Williams
32. Professional drivers
33. Atom or molecule type
34. The Constitution State
35. Chest to store clothes (Scottish)
36. Type of solution
37. Speaker
38. Specifying
39. Formerly (archaic)
40. Wiseman and Krom are two
44. The bill in a restaurant
47. Tennis shot
Word Search
Find the words hidden vertically, horizontally, and diagonally throughout the puzzle.
Softball Wins Three Times, Girls’ Tennis Wins a Pair
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By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
The H-K golf team hosted Coginchaug on May 13 and fell 169-174. Axel Kolcio scored a 41, Cam Moore scored a 42, Braylon Rodriguez added a 42, and Everett Cacase finished with a 49.
Boys’ Tennis
H-K boys’ tennis remained undefeated in Shoreline Conference play with a 5-2 win at home vs. East Hampton on May 13. The conference regular season champions won all four singles and No. 1 doubles matches to secure the win. After dropping the first set and down two breaks in the second, Senior co-captain Joe Wessinger rebounded and won his match in three sets at No. 4 singles (3-6, 7-5, 6-2). Brothers Tyler (6-2, 6-1 at No. 2 singles) and Matthew Medina (6-0, 6-1 at No. 3 singles), senior co-captain Bryce Leiberman (6-0, 6-0 at No. 1 singles), and senior Chase Smalley (6-0, 6-0 at No. 1 doubles with Michael Perry) also remained undefeated in Shoreline Conference play by winning their matches in straight sets.
On May 15, the Cougars hosted Coginchaug and won 5-2. Leiberman won 6-0, 60 at No. 1 singles, and Tyler Medina won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 2 singles. At No. 3 singles, Matthew Medina earned a 6-0, 6-0 victory, and Wessinger won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 4 singles. Smalley and Perry picked up the No. 1 doubles win (6-2, 6-0) to secure the victory for H-K.
Softball
Caley Napoletano is a big offensive contributor for the H-K softball team, and she drove in two runs in the team's 20-0 win vs. Morgan on May 12.
Araujo (one). Giaccone pitched five innings, giving up one hit and no runs. She struck out 11 and walked one.
On May 12, the H-K softball team traveled to Morgan and won 20-0. Grace Natanzon, Kacey Coon, and Olivia LaTorre all drove in four runs each. Other runs were driven in by Caley Napoletano (two), Hazel Doyle (one), Emma Giaccone (two), Hannah Reilly (one), and Jessaly
The next day, the Cougars hosted Cromwell and won 11-1. Giaccone and Grace LaConte drove in three runs each, and Coon and LaTorre each drove in two. Reilly also added an RBI. Giaccone threw seven innings on the mound, giving up five hits and one earned run while striking out 10.
On May 14, H-K played host to East Lyme and won 12-1. Natanzon drove in a run, Doyle drove in two runs, Giaccone picked up three RBI, and Reilly added one RBI. Also contributing offensively were Araujo (one RBI), Claire Eighmy (three RBI), and LaTorre (one RBI). Giaccone pitched seven innings, giving up six hits and one earned run. She walked two and struck out 12.
Girls’ Tennis
The H-K girls’ tennis team hosted Branford on May 12 and lost 5-2. Avery Maxwell won 4-6, 6-1, (10-8) at No. 2 singles, and Lily Austen won 6-4, 6-1 at No. 4 singles.
The next day, the Cougars traveled to East Hampton and won 5-2. H-K closed out the week at home vs. Portland on May 16 and earned a 5-2 win.
Golf
Photo courtesy of Todd Kalif
Girls’ Tennis Wins Three Times, Softball Wins Big
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Girls’ Tennis
The Hand girls’ tennis team hosted Cheshire on May 12 and won 7-0 without dropping a set the entire match. Claiming victory at singles were junior Loden Bradstreet (6-0, 6-2), senior Antoinette Lowy (61, 6-2), junior Emma Lee (6-4, 6-2), and sophomore Rose Lyons (8-3). Wins at doubles for the Tigers came from senior captains Ella Helfrich and Mia Scott (6-2, 6-4), juniors Skylar Powers and Emma Coscia (6-2, 7-5), and junior Lilah Browning and her partner, freshman Azra Hatiboglu (62, 6-4).
Two days later, the team traveled to Amity and lost 5-2. Winning for the Tigers at doubles were captains Helfrich and Scott at No. 1 (8-1) and the junior/freshman duo of Browning and Hatiboglu at No. 3 (8-6). In addition, senior Abby Bishop and junior Jasmine Couret paired up once again, this time in the No. 4 doubles spot, and won 8-5.
On May 15, Hand went to Albertus Magnus College and beat Sacred Heart Academy 6-1. Singles victories for Hand came from junior Bradstreet (6-1, 6-1), senior Lowy (6-0, 6-0), and junior Lee (6-0, 6-1). All of the doubles lines were victorious: Helfrich and Scott (6-0, 6-1), juniors Powers and Coscia (6-0, 6-2), and Browning and Hatiboglu (6-3, 6-1).
The Tigers finished the week with a 6-1 home win against Sheehan on May 17. Dropping only one game over three matches, junior Bradstreet (6-0, 2-0), senior Lowy (6-0, 6-0), and junior Lee (6-1, 6-0) all won at singles, with all doubles lines prevailing as well: senior captains Helfrich and Scott at 1 (6-0, 6-1), juniors Powers and Coscia at 2 (6-0, 6-1), and junior duo Browning and Brynn Poole at 3 (6-0, 6-1).
Baseball
The Hand baseball team traveled to Jonathan Law on May 12 and lost 6-3.
The next day, the Tigers traveled to Notre Dame-West Haven and earned a 7-6 victory. Nick Maynard hit a game-tying home run in the top of the seventh inning. Clay Cosgriff had the go-ahead RBI single, scoring Paul Calandrelli who had two hits. Maynard also had two hits, and Calandrelli earned his sixth save of the year.
On May 15, Hand traveled to Amity and lost 9-4.
The Hand boys’ tennis team hosted East Haven on May 12 and won 7-0. Carter Wilkens won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 1 singles, and Andrew Seehausen won 6-0, 6-1 at No. 2 singles. Deacon Wilkens earned a 6-0 6-0 victory at No. 3 singles, and William Riggio walked away with a No. 4 singles win.
For doubles, Marcello Gonzalves and Gavin Waterman earned a 6-0 6-0 win at No. 1. Nathanial Konstintino and Arda Hatiboglu won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 2 doubles, and Aidan Chorney and Harry Hodge won 6-1, 6-0 in the No. 3 doubles spot.
The next day, the Tigers played host to Notre Dame-West Haven and won 6-1. Seehausen won 6-0, 6-3 at No. 2 singles, and Deacon Wilkens won 6-1, 6-0 at No. 3 singles. In the No. 4 singles spot, Riggio won 6-1, 6-2.
The No. 1 doubles team of Gonzalves and Waterman won 6-0, 6-1. Konstintino and Hatiboglu won 6-2, 6-1 at No. 2 doubles, and Chorney and Lucas Newcomb won 6-1, 6-0 at No. 3 doubles.
Tiger Girls Basketball Camp
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
The Tiger Girls Basketball Camp is an instructional camp run by Head Coach Tim Tredwell and members of the Hand girls’ basketball team. It is designed to promote interest and skill development in the game of basketball. and the goal is to improve each player’s fundamentals in the areas
On May 14, Hand hit the road to Xavier and won 4-3. Hary Hodge won 6-2, 6-2 at No. 3 singles. For doubles, Gonzalvez and Waterman won 6-1, 6-1 at No. 1, and Konstintino and Hatiboglu won 6-4 4-6 6-1 at No. 2.
The Tigers traveled to Guilford on May 15 and won 5-2. Carter Wilkens won 6-1, 6-4 at No. 1 singles, and Andrew Seehausen won 6-0, 6-1 at No. 2. Deacon Wilkens won 6-0, 6-1 at No. 3 singles, and Hodge won 6-1, 6-1 at No. 4 singles. Gonzalves and Waterman earned a 7-6(7-3) 64 victory at No. 1 doubles.
Softball
Hand softball hit the road to Wilbur Cross on May 12 and won 18-2. Runs were driven in by Phoebe Brennan (one), Avery Dietrich (one), Katelyn Woytowich (one), Alexa Young (three), Danielle Phelan (two), Grace Hall (one), and Paige Waters (one). Erin Cerny pitched two innings, giving up one hit and two unearned runs while striking out three. Hall threw three innings, giving up one hit and no runs while walking two and striking out five.
Two days later, the Tigers hosted Lauralton Hall and won 18-1. The Tigers recorded 16 total Runs Batted In (RBI) as a team, and the runs were driven in by Brennan (two), Lena Aguzzi (one), Cerny (four), Emily Dusza (two), Young (four), Phelan (one), and Hall (two). Cerny pitched 1.1 innings, giving up no runs and striking out one batter. Hall threw 3.2 innings, giving up two hits and one earned run while walking three and striking out three.
On May 15, the Tigers hosted Hamden and won 15-3. There were 11 runs total driven in by Hand in the contest. Ella Lyall hit a home run and drove in two runs. Aguzzi drove in two, Cerny drove in two, Bianca Pasquinelli drove in one, Young drove in two, Phelan drove in one, and Hall drove in one. Hall threw four innings, giving up three hits and one
of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and individual and team defense. The camp will be held at the Madison Town Gym from Monday, June 23 to Friday, June 27 from 9 a.m. to noon. The registration fee is $90 for residents and $100 for non-residents. Contact the Madison Beach and Recreation Department at 203-245-5623 for more information and to register.
earned run while walking three and striking out six. Cerny also pitched one inning, giving up three hits and two earned runs while walking one and striking out two.
The Hand boys’ golf team traveled to Branford on May 12 and won 154-159. Matt McManus was medalist with a one under par 34. Cam Knight had a nice round of 38, while Vlad Coric added a 40.
The next day, the team had a tri-match with Xavier and Amity. Xavier scored 152, Hand recorded a score of 157, and Amity scored 158. Hand was led by co-medalist McManus with an even par round of 35.
On May 14, the Tigers traveled to Shelton and won 147-160, posting their lowest total of the year. McManus was once again medalist with a 34, while Knight had a 35, and Lucas Felberbaum and Daniel Tornos each added scores of 39.
On April 13, Hand boys’ lacrosse hosted Hall for Senior Night, honoring 12 seniors and their families. The Tigers won the game 15-3.
Hudson O’Hanlon had four goals and three assists, and Max Cuticelli had four goals and three assists. Andrew Benson added three goals and one assist, while Quinn Gies had one goal and one assist. Diego Portley added a goal, and Mason Parcells had an assist. Kole Samuelson scored one goal, and Quinton O’Dea added an assist. Kenny Pompilli scored a goal, and Jack Healy had an assist. Anthony Albino recorded 11 saves in goal.
Two days later, the Tigers hosted Guilford and won 11-9. Hudson O’Hanlon scored five goals, and PJ O’Hanlon had two goals and two assists. O’Dea scored two goals, and Pompilli added one goal. Cuticelli had one goal and one assist. Albino had 10 saves in the contest.
Boys’ Tennis
Boys’ Golf
Boys’ Lacrosse
One Color Equals Five Feet
One of the simplest and most effective ways to catch a striped bass is with a lead core setup. Lead core line is simple lead line encased in a multi-colored, highly durable nylon, Dacron, or polyester braidsome even with spectra/micro fibers offering a thinner diameter and greater breaking strength. These outer materials are strong and very flexible.
By using lead, a faster sinking rate is obtained, allowing the bait to reach bottom quicker, thereby covering more ground. Of course, one can use lead core when trolling - often considered a poor man’s trolling wire. However, in this instance, we will not be trolling. We will be far enough up-tide of a rip line so that when the hook is lowered, there will be enough rode to set anchor so we are fishing in and around the third ripple.
For this application, a six and one-half to seven-foot rod with a stiff butt and a flexible, sensitive tip is an ideal match for an old-style type Penn Jigmaster reel. For striped bass, we do not encourage one of those fast 6:1 ratio reels, but rather one like the Jigmaster 500 that has a ratio of 4.0:1. One hundred yards of 45-pound lead core line tied to a 150-pound swivel and a five-foot, 50-pound leader will fill the reel nicely without backing. Attach a 7/0 inline circle hook, and stick on a chunk of bait.
No sinker is needed since the lead core handles all the sinking, and there is very little to get hung up. Sink rate is roughly five feet for every color let out - depending on current speed. The trick is to let the line out slowly and in a straight line - periodically giving a little pull to ensure the line does not belly and catch bottom. If it does, one would probably not detect it until it is too late because it will be the belly of the line that will snag bottom.
Any striped bass set to feed will be facing into the current looking for something to drift by and eat. Worth the bite and barely any energy spent for the effort, a striper generally will not give a second thought about sucking in the chunk. If one wants to up the ante, see what a little chunk and chumming will do with small bite-sized pieces. To be clear, we are not looking for schoolies or slot limit fish when fishing an easier part of the tide. If one is out for a meal, fish that part of the tide that is running on the faster side. Remember, striped bass will not chase down food if there is a no energy-saving option. Ambush is their hallmark.
CAPTAIN MORGAN’S
Fishing report
On The Water
High pressure shifted offshore making way for a broad area of low pressure that then impacted the region once again. A frontal system, accompanied by wind, rain, and intermittent thunderstorms, shredded weekend plans or at least altered them. Pre-dawn temperatures held fast to the 50s. Daytime air temperatures took a rest from edging up, holding in the mid-70s for highs, but mostly remained in the mid 60s. The sun was at premium, as most days either saw some form of moisture, clouds, or, at best, peek-a-boo sun. East winds mostly dominated Long Island Sound before south/southwest winds kicked in, as the Sound maintained rather calm onefoot seas after a short couple of days of twoto-three footers. Meanwhile, nearshore water temperatures remained at 55-56 degrees.
As Memorial Day weekend approached, another weekend of planned vessel prepping was disrupted. It is getting down to the wire to get those hulls ready for splashing and/or getting your gear whitegloved for what is anticipated to be an active season. There is not too much imagination as to what kind of a striped bass season lies ahead. From bait to artificial lures - including flies - linesiders are being caught from shore and vessels. Top water plugs ideally suited for eight to 12-pound class of stripers will work well in the tidal rivers and many of the nearshore structures. Crank it up to a larger plug and swimmer for the 30” fish that have been stacked up, or troll a spoon, tube, or shad/skirt for one of those big tail 40-52” cows that have filtered into the Sound.
Soft plastics and trimmed up bucktails have been extremely productive when fishing both inshore and offshore waters. The flexibility of being able to imitate a variety of different forage species, depending on how they are worked, makes them indispensable baits. Easily adapted for weakfish and fluke fishing, these versatile baits catch fish throughout the water column. Currently, weakies are making some headway as they migrate through the Sound and approach harbor channels and
end of the Big Pond but are making headway, as water temperatures rise and small peanut bunker show up. Look for catches to moderately increase as migration from
tle bit more time before porgy catches unleash near shore, by the jetties and rock
See One Color page 21
Photo courtesy of Captain Morgan Even during a spring turkey hunt, angler Anthony Pesce of Madison managed to wet a line in nearby waters and hook into this nice trout to round out the day.
Schedules
HAND
Baseball
Friday, May 23: SCC Tournament quarterfinals
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
Thursday, May 29: SCC Tournament finals (if necessary)
Boys’ Golf
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Championship at 8 a.m.
Girls’ Golf
Tuesday, May 27: at Coventry at 1:45 p.m.
Thursday, May 29: SCC Championship at 8 a.m.
Boys’ Lacrosse
Saturday, May 24: SCC Tournament first round
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
Thursday, May 29: SCC Tournament final (if necessary)
Girls’ Lacrosse
Saturday, May 24: SCC Tournament first round
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
Thursday, May 29: SCC Tournament final (if necessary)
Outdoor Track
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Championship at noon
Softball
Friday, May 23: SCC Tournament quarterfinals
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
Thursday, May 29: SCC Tournament finals (if necessary)
Boys’ Tennis
Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24: SCC Tournament quarterfinals
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
Wednesday, May 28: SCC Tournament finals (if necessary)
Girls’ Tennis
Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24: SCC Tournament quarterfinals
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
Wednesday, May 28: SCC Tournament finals (if necessary)
Boys’ Volleyball
Tuesday, May 27: SCC Tournament first round
Wednesday, May 28: SCC Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
Friday, May 30: SCC Tournament finals (if necessary)
Madison Hoop Dreams Summer Camps 2025
Sports Editor By Gabby Maljanian
This year marks the 31st year of Madison Hoop Dreams (MHD) offering summer basketball camps. For over 20 of those years, it has been the most popular basketball day camp in Connecticut. MHD anticipates an outstanding summer at HK Middle School (451 Route 81, Killingworth). It is a beautiful facility with three full courts. The focus will be on having lots of fun as the kids work on shooting and ball handling fundamentals, as well as building a solid foundation of basic defensive skills and a spirit of teamwork.
Camp is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for players entering grades 3 through 9. The six weeks of camp include the weeks of June 16 and 23, and the weeks of July 7, 14, 21, and 28. The cost is $300 for one week. For additional weeks, there is “family friendly pricing” The cost for a second week is $275. For the third week, the cost is $250, and for the fourth week, the cost is $225. For
weeks 5 & 6, the cost is $200/week. The weekly discount also applies to families sending more than one camper. To encourage teammates to attend, the following discount is offered: If three or more players attend from one team, the cost will be $275/player. If five or more players attend from a team, the cost will be $250/player. Each week will start with teammates on the same team. However, sometimes trades have to be made to make sure that the games are competitive. Each family can choose whichever discount is best for them.
Please go to www.madisonhoop dreams.com for more information and to register. If you have any questions, please call or text Coach Bill Barker at 203-4946905, or email him at wab6933@ gmail.com. MHD hopes that parents of players who have attended the programs will encourage other families to send their kids.
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piles. Currently the best scup action can be found offshore along with the underrated striped sea robins, as they also are making their way closer to shore waters.
Note: Email us pics of your catches to share with our USA and International fishing friends who keep up with the latest fishing news and frequent social media.
Saturday, May 24: Shoreline Conference Tournament quarterfinals
Tuesday, May 27: Shoreline Conference Tournament semifinals (if necessary)
As strong as this inland water season has been, it is only getting better. Whether it has been catching native brookies on two-pound test ultralite setups, or three to four-weight fly outfits compared to 10pound test bass rods or 15 to 20-pound test carp, catfish, and northern pike gear, catches have been spread across the board. Even with the periodic downpours, high water levels, and flows, lakes and ponds were active (even with some walleye), while rivers and streams had to be fished carefully. Beavers tidying by their dams seemed quite impervious to Mother Nature’s attitude - all the while keeping intruders a tail slap away.
For all things fishy, including the latest gear, flies/fly fishing, rods/reels, clam/crabbing supplies, fishing trips, 2025 licenses/permits, and much more, swing by the shop located at 21 Boston Post Road, Madison, or call ahead at 203-245-8665 for spring hours. Until next time from your Connecticut shoreline’s full-service fishing outfitter, Authorized Penn Premium Dealer, and promoter of the Daiwa Tournament Program, where we don’t make the fisherman, we make the fisherman better.
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The Coastal Camera Club holds meetings on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the café of the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Road. All photographers are welcome, regardless of age or experience. Restrictions have been relaxed and the club is again meeting in person at the Madison Senior Center with members having the option of sitting-in via Zoom from home when possible. For more information, visit www.coastalcameraclub.org.
DRAIN CLEARING
APPLIANCE REPAIR
& GARDEN LIGHT AUTOMOTIVE
SYSTEM REPAIR & INSTALL WATER HEATERS
& WATER PUMPS & MORE! 203-500-8777 —
Essex general practice law firm is seeking a full-time Paralegal to handle estate administration matters. This position requires strong computer and typing abilities, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities. Previous experience and an ability to work with accountings a plus.
Please mail a letter of interest and resume to Managing Attorney at Hudson, Kilby and McCauley, LLC P.O. Box 398, Essex, CT 06426 or by email to: info@hudsonkilby.com
FULL TIME LIVE-IN CAREGIVER — Needed for my 30 year old intellectually disabled son. Competitive salary, fuel compensation, meals and your own studio apartment within his home in Madison is included. Weekends off as well as every weekday from 9-3. Must have own car and be able to drive client to appointments. Call or text Lisa 203-592-3962 or lisagoly@yahoo.com
The job is helping to place plastic netting onto shellfish clam beds in the the later parts of May, June of this year. The job requires wearing a wet suit for skin protection and warmth, being able to wade, and work in 3 to 5 feet of water, as well as being able to climb out and back into a small boat. Being able to lift at least 25 pounds is required. The working hours are dictated by the local tides, and weather so I cannot give an exact schedule. The length of the working day is limited by low tide, which means the work day is only 3 to 4 hours. Wages are $ 20 per hour, possibly negotiable. For more information Call Ted 203-237-1326 —
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Make Sure You See ‘Ragtime’ at Goodspeed
By Karen Isaacs
Ragtime the Musical
A touching story, characters you can root for, delightful music, and fine performances characterize Goodspeed’s production of , now playing through Sunday, June 15. I have seen this show multiple times, from Broadway to very intimate venues; each time, I am reminded what a terrific show it is.
The musical was adapted from E. L. Doctorow’s award-winning novel of the same title (1975), which also became a popular movie in 1981. The musical adaptation has a book by award-winning playwright Terrence McNally with music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Doctorow’s novel and the musical explore the changes occurring at the beginning of the 20th century in America, which were opposed by or frightened many. African Americans were heading north to the cities to escape the Jim Crow South, seeking the
equality they had been promised; the Civil War had ended less than 40 years ago. Immigrants from southern and Eastern Europe
landed on Ellis Island and other ports to escape grinding poverty, and in the case of many Eastern European Jews, religious preju-
dice. All the while, the white Protestant upper middle class smugly felt that everything should go on as before, though
even drastic changes were hinted at as the suffragette movement was gaining power.
The novel explored the changes and repercussions of coming to America. The musical, as did the novel, interweaves the stories of three main characters and their families to illustrate these changes while also incorporating into the story actual historic figures from Harry Houdini, the immigrant who became America’s most famous escape artists; Emma Goldman, the socialist firebrand, who rallied the immigrants to fight for fair wages and working conditions while attacking the wealthy; and Booker T. Washington, whose view of how African-Americans could earn equality would sound ridiculously naïve today, as well as Henry Ford, JP, Morgan, and other multimillionaires who felt their success indicated superiority.
This musical, which opened in 1998, is unsettling. It was unsettling when it opened, and it remains unsettling every time I have seen it. It’s unsettling because it points out that America has not always lived up to its ideals, and in fact, at times has
Photo by Diane Sobolewski
Photo by Diane Sobolewski
Behr Marshall, Edward Watts, Mamie Parris, Sawyer Delaney, and Stephen Tewksbury in Goodspeed's Ragtime
Matt Wall, Michael Wordly, and the cast of Goodspeed's Ragtime
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Jeremiah Valentino Porter, Rory Shirley, Jalyn Crosby, Jordan Alexander, and the cast of Goodspeed's Ragtime
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THURSDAY, MAY 22
The Past and Future in Harmony: Exploring Scientific Innovation in Art and Music
: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Presented by Anna Curtis, Shannon Henry, and Alvin Shi of Yale Science Communication. 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.
Connecticut Experiential Learning Center Workshop
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4 to 5:30 p.m. BeninCasa, 2160 Durham Rd., Guilford. For ages 9 to 13. Led by educators Melinda Alcosser and Tess Morrisson. Participants will create artwork, play music together with instruments from around the world, and engage in cooperative teambuilding games. Cost: $25 per student. Maximum 12 students. For info or to register, contact 203-433-4658 or mandm@CTExperiential.org.
Artist Reception: David Baillie
: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Masonicare at Chester Village, 317 W. Main St. Baillie is a former resident of Guilford. The exhibit runs through Monday, June 30, and features prints, lithographs, etchings, and drawings. Free and open to the public. For info, call 860-531-1400.
String Some Bling This Spring!
: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Participants will create a colorful paper spring garland with their own handmade ornaments. For children 13 and up. Supplies will be provided. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Mary’s Culinary Class: Chicken Caesar Wrap and Bunny Butt Cupcakes
: 5 to7 p.m. Meet in the kitchen at the East Haven Recreation Department, 1 Maple St. For children ages 5 to 12. Open to East Haven residents and nonresidents. Hosted by the East Haven Parks and Recreation. Cost: $40. Bring a drink to class. For info or to register (required), visit the class schedule link at marysculinaryclassesllc.com.
Douglas Orr: Connecticut and Beyond
: 5:30 p.m. New Haven Museum (NHM), 114 Whitney Ave. Feature a talk on New Haven architect Douglas Orr and his work in sev-
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rejected them. The Statue of Liberty may say, “Give us your poor and huddled masses,” but in reality, immigrants have been stigmatized and taken advantage of as America has turned a blind eye to injustice and prejudice, whether based on color, race, religion, national origin, or gender. includes hauntingly beautiful music, and it has one of the greatest openings of any musical. We are introduced to each of the three groups, beginning with the affluent New Rochelle family, where we meet Mother, Father, Grandfather, Little Bou (son), and Mother‘s Brother. We never learn their given names. Next, we meet Coalhouse Walker, a ragtime pianist in Harlem, and his friends, including Sarah, his sweetheart. Lastly, the immigrants arrive in New York Har-
Ragtime
bor, looking for the streets paved in gold. Tateh holds tightly to his daughter; he has made the arduous journey from Latvia to give her a better life than he and his late wife had.
Director Christopher D. Betts manages a large cast effectively on the small Goodspeed stage. He puts all of these elements on the stage, as well as using the aisles at times, without ever making it seem crowded.
The musical interweaves the stories of these three families, using music to convey their points of view.
It is easy to point to the outstanding features in this show — from the turn-of-the-century costumes by Stephanie Bahniuk, the flexible scenic design by Emmie Finckel, and the lighting design by Charlie Morrison. Special praise must be given to the sound design by Jay Hilton and the music direction by Adam Souza.
Choreographer Sarah Edwards blends in the popular dances of the period.
A strength of this production is the outstanding performances of the leading characters, Michael Wordly as Coalhouse Walker, Mimi Parris as Mother, and David R Gordon as Tateh; each truly embodies the role and has the vocal chops to handle the music.
Equally fine is Brennyn Lark as Sarah, the young woman in love with Coalhouse, who, by giving birth to his son, starts Mother’s involvement in their story. Among the minor characters, I must point out how excellent Jonathan Cobrda is as Harry Houdini and Blair Goldberg as Emma Goldman.
This is a show that is filled with music from the beginning ragtime as the characters are introduced to Mother’s spectacular numbers “Goodbye, My Love,”
Calendar for the Week of May 22, 2025
eral buildings. Presented by Cynthia Wrightsman and Douglas Orr Logan. In celebration of National Preservation Month. For info or to register (required), call 203562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.
: 6 to 8 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. All materials provided. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
: 6:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Presented by Nancy Beck, secretary and treasurer of the Japan Society of Fairfield County. Free and open to all. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.
Tree Emissions and Climate Change
: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Meigs Point Nature Center, Hammonasset Beach State Park, 1288 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Jon Gewirtzman, a plant and ecosystem ecologist and biogeochemist. Sponsored by the Friends of Hammonasset. For info, call 203-245-8743 or visit meigspointnaturecenter.org/calendar.
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“What Kind of Woman,” and “Back to Before” which points out that it is not just the immigrants and the African-Americans who are demanding change, women are also.
Coalhouse and Sarah express their dreams with “Wheels of a Dream,” “Make Them Hear You,” and “Sarah Brown Eyes,” a touching song.
If you look over the list of songs, you can almost realize the theme of the show from the beginning, “Goodbye My Love” and “Journey On,” to “New Music” and “Wheels of a Dream.” “Our Children,” “Back to Before,” and “Make Them Hear You.”
There are some fine ensemble numbers in this show, including “New Music” and “He Wanted to Say.”
Two of my favorite numbers are “The Night that Goldman Spoke at Union Square” and “The Crime of the Century.” In this
production, the latter song was not as effectively directed as I thought it could be.
It is difficult to name everyone who did an excellent job, including Edward Watts as Father, Behr Marshall as Mother‘s Younger Brother, and Steven Tewksbury, who played both Grandfather and later Willie Conklin, the volunteer fire chief who is the impetus for much of the action. I’d give a special shoutout to Sawyer Delaney as Little Boy, who serves partly as a narrator.
You will leave thinking about the wonderful melodies, but also thinking about the message. It may be a cliché to say that it is thought-provoking and relevant today, but that is the truth.
Contact Goodspeed.org for tickets. Ragtime
Daisy Wine Bottle Craft
The Art of Gaman
Twilight Concert Series Begins June 25
Press Release from the New Haven Museum
The New Haven Museum’s 2025 Twilight Concert Series at the historic PardeeMorris House kicks off Wednesday, June 25, at 6:30 p.m., with a performance by the Porch Party Mamas, known for their blend of urban folk, country, and blues. Grounds open at 5:30 p.m. for picnicking. The rain date is Thursday, June 26.
The free summer series continues with traditional folk by Jovial Crew on July 9, and Timmy Maia performing a wide range of hits—from Nat King Cole to Ne-Yo—on July 23. On August 6, a salsa dance lesson with Alisa Bowens-Mercado of Alisa’s House of Salsa will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a high-energy mix of salsa, merengue, bachata, and Latin jazz by Carlos y Momento Musical at 6:30 p.m.
The Pardee-Morris House, located at 325 Lighthouse Road, will be open for tours until 8 p.m. during each concert. Guests are invited to bring blankets, chairs, and picnics. Parking is available on Lighthouse Road. Rain dates are the following day for each performance.
The New Haven Museum, which owns and operates the Pardee-Morris House,
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FRIDAY, MAY 23
Writers Writing
The New Haven Museum’s 2025 Twilight Concert Series at the historic Pardee-Morris House kicks off Wednesday, June 25, at 6:30 p.m., with a performance by the Porch Party Mamas.
: 1 to 2:15 p.m. Killingworth Library, 31 Rte. 81. For adults, seniors, and homeschoolers ages 15 and up. Covers different genres of writing, including fairy tales, children's stories, letters to the editor, poetry, and personal essays. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Little Red Bar[n] Live Music Opening Night
: 6 to 9 p.m. Little Red Bar[n] at Bishop’s Orchards, 480 New England Rd., Guilford. Features food, beverages, live music, and more. For info, visit bishopsorchards.com.
The Occasional Coffee House: Singer-Songwriter Taylor Abrahamse
: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Features live music, coffee, and a relaxed evening with friends. Tickets: $20. Space is limited. For info or tickets, call 203-421-3241 or visit northmadisoncc.org/occasional-coffeehouse.
FRIDAY, MAY 23 THROUGH
SUNDAY, MAY 25
Legally Blonde the Musical
: Friday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features an all-abilities production presented by Vista Life Innovations’ performing arts company, A Shared Stage Productions. For info or to purchase a ticket, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 24
Chester Annual Townwide Tag Sale
: 8 a.m. Various locations in Chester. Hosted by the Chester Connecticut Republican Town Committee. Maps for $2 are available at the Chester commuter lot and Chester center. For info, visit ChesterRTC@gmail com.
Church Tag, Bake, and Craft Sale
: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. St. Joseph's Church, 48 Middlesex Ave., Chester. Rain or shine. For info, contact 860-526-3172 or nancy.o.mcgee@gmail.com.
Flowers at Falls River Family Hike
: 9 a.m. to noon. Falls River Preserve, Falls River Drive, Ivoryton. Co-hosted by the Essex Library and the Essex Land Trust. Features a self-guided family hike to search for flowers to add to a bouquet bookmark, snacks after the hike, and a surprise to take home. To register (required), visit bit.ly/FlowersatFRP52425. For info, call the library at 860767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.
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.
thanks WSHU 91.1 FM and The Howard Gilman Foundation for supporting the 2025 season. For weather updates and event information, visit newhaven museum.org or follow @newhaven museum on Facebook and Instagram.
Built by Amos Morris around 1750 and burned during a British raid in 1779, the Pardee-Morris House was rebuilt by the Morris family and is now listed on the State and National Register of Historic Places. The house was donated to the New Haven Colony Historical Society—now the New Haven Museum—by William Pardee in 1918.
For a full schedule of summer events, visit newhavenmuseum.org/visit/pardeemorris-house, or sign up for updates by emailing info@newhavenmuseum.org.
Founded in 1862 as the New Haven Colony Historical Society, the New Haven Museum is located at 114 Whitney Ave. The museum preserves and shares more than 375 years of Greater New Haven history through exhibitions, programs, and outreach. For more information, visit newhavenmuseum.org or call 203-5624183.
Author Event: Jill Dougherty
: Noon. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Book: . Dougherty is former CNN Moscow bureau chief. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.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.
New Haven Ballet: Spring Mixed Repertory
: 1 and
5 p.m. Shubert Theatre, 247 College St., New Haven. For info or tickets, visit newhavenballet.org.
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 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
My Russia: What I Saw Inside the Kremlin About Time
: 3 p.m. The Terris Theatre, 33 N. Main St., Chester. The show runs through Sunday, June 15. Other showtimes available. For info, call 860873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org.
Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum
Public Stargazing Night
: 7 p.m. Young’s Park, 60 Blackstone Ave., Branford. Free admission and parking. Sponsored by the Astronomical Society of New Haven. Open to all. For info, directions, or cancellation notices due to clouds or weather, call 866-808-ASNH or visit asnh.org.
SUNDAY, MAY 25
Stamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show
: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. YMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored by the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit nhps1914.com.
AI Data Centers and Nuclear Power
: 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Phoebe Griffin Noyes Public Library, 2 Library Ln, Old Lyme. Presented by Chris Rivers, who studied nuclear physics and engineering at the Coast Guard Academy, worked at the State Department Office of Technology and Science, and worked as a consultant on artificial intelligence. Sponsored by the Shoreline Group of the Sierra Club. Free and open to all. For info or to register, email wildwoodsiv@comcast.net or visit connecticut.sierraclub.org/outings.
MONDAY, MAY 26
Killingworth Memorial Day Parade
: 9 a.m. Starts at the Killingworth Elementary School, 340 Rte. 81, and continues south for 0.3 miles before arriving at the Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Rte. 81. There, the HaddamKillingworth High School marching band will play the national anthem and taps, speakers will deliver speeches, "God Bless America" will be sung, church bells will ring, veterans will be honored, and a military flyover will take place. All are invited to view the parade along Route 81 and later assemble on the church grounds. For info, email clarkvjudge@gmail.com.
in Clinton to march in the parade. No uniform required. Prior to the parade, wreath-laying events take place at the following sites: Beaverbrook Cemetery, 8:55 a.m.; Clinton Police Department, 9:15 a.m.; St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, 9:30 a.m.; Town Hall Monument, 10 a.m.; Indian River Cemetery, 10:10 a.m.; and Clinton Fire Department/Indian River Bridge, 10:30 a.m. For info, contact Joe Diedrich at 203-901-0945 or joseph.s.diedrich1.civ@us.navy.mil.
TUESDAY, MAY 27
Shopping in a Post-Pandemic World
: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Presented by Paco Underhill, an author and founder and former CEO of Envirosell, a company that tested consumer behavior to understand how we shop. 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.
History Book Group
A Crack in the Edge of the World: America and the Great California Earthquake of 1906
: 6 p.m. Madison Center for History and Culture at Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison. Book: by Simon Winchester. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society (MHS). Virtual participation by Zoom is an option. Copies of the book may be available at the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For new participants to join, email director@madisonhistory.org. For info, call MHS at 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org.
Pickin’ Party
: 6 to 8 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door. For info, call 860-434-1961 or visit danstevens.net.
Author Event: Tochi Onyebuchi
involved in the class. Cost: $64. Additional fee may be required depending on selected project. Service fees apply. Materials and firing included. Items will be fired in the kiln and can be picked up in seven to 10 days. For info or to register, call 860-864-5004 or visit riverfireglass.com.
The Estuary Outreach Series
: 2 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Hosted by The Estuary, a community-focused organization that provides vital programs and services for older adults. The event aims to introduce The Estuary's mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.
The Estuary Outreach Series
: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Hosted by The Estuary, a community-focused organization that provides vital programs and services for older adults. The event aims to introduce The Estuary's mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.
Navigating the Digital Age with
The Anxious Generation The Anxious Generation
: 6 to 7 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features a discussion based on the book, by Jonathan Haidt. Fourth in a fourpart series. Discussion topics cover the impact of a phone-based childhood; loss of play; how to work with schools, other families, and the community; and takeaways and next steps. Attendance in all four sessions is recommended but not required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Author Event: Rich Cohen
Harmattan
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Madison Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
: 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.
Chester Memorial Day Parade
: 10 a.m. Parade kicks off at the War Memorial and proceeds to the flagpole downtown by around 10:45 a.m., and up to the Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., by 11:45 a.m. Hosted by the American Legion Post 97. All veterans and families are invited. Light refreshments will be served. For info, visit chesterct.org.
Clinton Memorial Day Parade
: 11 a.m. Assemble at the Clinton Post Office Square at 10:40 a.m. The parade steps off and proceeds to the Lower Green for the town ceremonies. The American Legion and VFW invite all veterans
Season
: 6:30 p.m. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info, call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Concert by Marcia Ball
: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28
The Estuary Outreach Series
: 11 a.m. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Hosted by The Estuary, a community-focused organization that provides vital programs and services for older adults. The event aims to introduce The Estuary's mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.
Make Your Own Fused Glass Art: Pick Your Project Class
: 1 to 3:30 p.m. RiverFire Glass Studio at SoMA, 500 Main St., Deep River. Features a beginner to advancedbeginner class depending on what a participant prefers. Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and safety glasses are required. Bring an N95 facemask in case glass powder is
: 6:30 p.m. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info, call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Sweet as Honey: Bees and Keepers in Madison
: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. In commemoration of World Bee Day. Presented by Tammi Worsham, a Madison beekeeper and Back Yard Beekeepers Association board member. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Guilford Job Network Meet
: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Includes guest speakers. All job seekers welcome. For info or to register and receive the Zoom link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aolcom.
Concert by Eric Hutchinson
: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
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THURSDAY,
MAY 29
Shoreline Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Task Force Meeting
: 9 a.m. Women & Family Life Center (W&FLC) Carriage House, 96 Fair St., Guilford. The mission of the task force is to provide education, coordinate resources, and aid in preventing domestic violence and sexual assault across Shoreline communities. Virtual participation by Zoom is an option. For info, contact 203458-6699 or info@womenandfamilylife.org, or visit womenandfamilylife.org.
Community Open House
: 4 to 6 p.m. Vicki G. Duffy Pavilion, 155 College St., Old Saybrook. Hosted by the Friends of the Vicki Duffy Pavilion. Features a gathering to celebrate the pavilion with stories, refreshments, and community connection. Open to the public. For info, email saveduffypavilion@gmail.com.
Opening Reception for Spring 2025 Art Show
: 5 to
7 p.m. Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) Gallery, 1004 Main St. The show runs through Monday, June 30. For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org.
Growing Mountain Laurels
: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Presented by Felicia Millet, a plant diagnostician with the Department of Plant Pathology and Ecology at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. Features a discussion of the history of these native plants, cultivar descriptions, tips on planting, and the pests and diseases to look out for. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.
The Estuary Outreach Series
: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Hosted by The Estuary, a community-focused organization that provides vital programs and services for older adults. The event aims to introduce The Estuary's mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.
Concert by The Sweet Remains
: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
necticut River. Cost: $45. For info or to register, visit ctrivermuseum.org.
The Guilford Keeping Society House Tour 2025
FRIDAY, MAY 30
Witness Stones Installation Ceremony
: 10 to 11 a.m. Phoebe Griffin Noyes Public Library, 2 Library Ln, Old Lyme. Features music, poetry, and words from community partners. Keynote speaker: Kate Rushin, professor of English and poet-in-residence at Connecticut College. Other participants include Dennis Culliton, co-founder of the Witness Stones Project; Michelle Dean, director of curriculum at the Lyme-Old Lyme Public Schools; Martha Shoemaker, Old Lyme first selectwoman; and Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School poets and select chorus. For info, visit witnessstonesoldlyme.org.
Knuffle Bunny
: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Features a short play based on the story by Mo Willems. Presented by the Grove School Children’s Theater Troupe. For families with young children. No registration required. For info, call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.accountsupport.com.
Friday Movie Matinee
: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, including the movie title, or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Movie Matinee
: 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Free and open to all. No registration is needed. For info, including the movie title, call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.
Author Event: Martha Hall Kelly in Conversation with Beatriz Williams
: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book:
The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club
. Cost: $5 includes admission for one with the ticket serving as $5 coupon toward purchase of a copy of the book at the event or $30 admission for one and a copy of the book. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Prepare Your Inner Mama Bear
: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guilford Green, Broad and Whitfield streets. All tour locations are within a one-mile walking distance from the Guilford Green. Shuttle service will be available to tour book holders at stops throughout the tour area. Tickets: $40 advance purchase, $45 day of tour. For info, visit guilfordkeepingsociety.org.
Met in HD Live:
Il Barbiere di Siviglia
: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. Running time: 215 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
Met in HD Live:
Il Barbiere di Siviglia
: 1 p.m. Madison Cinemas, 761 Boston Post Rd. Running time: 215 minutes with an intermission. Shoreline Opera Club will lead a 30minute talk-back after the broadcast. For info or tickets, call 203-245-2456 or visit madisoncinemas2.com.
Movie Sing-along Party
: 1 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Free and open to all. For info or to register, call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.
Container Gardening
: 1 to 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to children in kindergarten to grade 3. Sponsored by the Old Saybrook Garden Club. For info or to register (required), visit actonlibrary.org/events.
Let’s Play! Video Game Music Reimagined
: 3 p.m. Lyman Center for the Performing Arts at Southern Connecticut State University, 501 Crescent St., New Haven. Performed by the New Haven Symphony Orchestra and DiscoCactus, a collective of composers, performers, and arrangers who reimagine video game soundtracks. For info or tickets, call 203-693-1486 or visit newhavensymphony.org.
Linguistic Codebreakers: Cracking the Mystery of Pronouns
An Evening of Guitar at the Blackstone Craft Night
: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features performances, discussions, instruction, and more. Led by local guitarist and teacher Neal Fitzpatrick. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.
: 7 p.m. Stony Creek Church Fellowship Hall, 192 Thimble Island Rd. Attendees will make terrariums. Cost: $30 suggested donation. Supplies and light refreshments provided. Proceeds benefit the church’s Take a Vet Fishing program. For info or to register, contact 203-4887827 or office@stonycreekchurchct.org.
Air-Borne: The Hidden History of the Life We Breathe New York Times
:
7 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Presented by Carl Zimmer, author and columnist. For info or to register, call the library at 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.
: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features an introductory seminar for the non-martial artist interested in developing wisdom in life and property protection to pair with their instinct to fight back. Presented by Stephen Watson, a martial arts instructor who trained under Bruce Walker, founder of the Silent Dragon School of Kung Fu and Tai Chi. No martial arts or athletic experience required. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Concert by Tom Rush
: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 31
Lighthouse Cruise to Old Saybrook
RiverQuest
: 10 a.m. to noon. Connecticut River Museum (CRM), 67 Main St. Features a cruise on , departing from the dock at the CRM to view the Inner and Outer Lighthouses on the Con-
: 3 to 4 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Presented by Claire Bowern, professor of linguistics at Yale University. Sponsored by Tilde Café, an interactive platform to demystify science and make it more accessible to the community. For info or to register (required), email admin@tildecafe.org or visit tildecafe.org.
Bestseller Book Club
Rabbit Moon
: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Online event. Book: by Jennifer Haigh. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. For info or to register, visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Author Event: Christina E. Cole
: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Halfinger Farms and Dancing Daffodils, 489 Candlewood Hill Rd., Higganum. Book:
Connecticut: Quaint, Historic Barns and Farms of the Nutmeg State
. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For info, visit halfingerfarms.com.
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Michael Price: Time for a Tony
By Rita Christopher
Special to Living
There will be suspense at the announcement of the 78th annual Tony Awards on June 8 at Radio City Music Hall. Dreams will be fulfilled; hopes dashed; stars recognized; unknowns turned into theater royalty.
That will all happen a bit differently for Michael Price, who headed Goodspeed Musicals for more than 40 years before his retirement in 2014. Price already knows what many nominees do not: he is getting a Tony, the 2025 Tony for Excellence in Theatre.
The award recognizes his leadership of the Goodspeed both in advancing and preserving great musical theater.
His award will not be part of the televised Tony ceremony; his acceptance speech, which he was working on before a recent visit by a reporter, will nonetheless be taped and shown at a lunch preceding the Tony ceremony. The Goodspeed is also planning to make it available through its own Facebook page and on Twitter, now known as X.
Michael serves on the executive committee of the American Theatre Wing, which gives the awards, and is also a member of the Tony Administration Committee. But he was not initially aware that he would be getting an award.
“I got a call three days before the meeting, and they told me they didn’t think I should show up, that I was on the agenda,” he says. “I didn’t have any idea that this was coming; after all, really I am out to pasture.”
Now that he knows about the recognition, he wants to make sure the credit is shared with the Goodspeed staff with whom he worked for so long. “It’s for the really talented and dedicated people, the staff, the artists, the designers, the actors, and let’s not forget the audience. The audience embraced us,” he says.
When Michael signed on as production manager over 50 years ago, the Goodspeed was a summer theater with only an eightweek season. His responsibilities even occasionally included taking out the trash.
Under his leadership, the Goodspeed’s numbers are extraordinary; Michael produced more than 235 musicals, of which 19 went on to Broadway, including , , and .
Noted theatrical producer Mike Nichols saw at the East Haddam theater and had some advice for the Goodspeed. “He said we didn’t know what we had Annie Shenandoah Man of La Mancha Annie
here. He said the show was wonderful,” Michael recalls. Nichols later produced the show on Broadway.
Still, in the face of all the success, Michael laments the show he loved that did not make it to New York. It was a nowforgotten 1977 musical, The Red Blue-
Grass Western Flyer Show. Michael says critics loved it and it seemed destined for Broadway until one powerful reviewer gave it a thumbs down. “It didn’t go,” he recalls.
What makes a good musical is ultimately an indefinable quality, but Michael
points to good storytelling and a melodic score.
“You can’t go out humming the scenery,” he says.
Michael likens running the Goodspeed to running a country store. “You have to know your customers and you have to sell a good product,” he says. “People subscribed for the season without knowing the shows because they trusted us.”
Over the years, he had offers to move on from the Goodspeed, but he turned them all down. He never saw a reason to leave.
“It’s a great place; I was as much a part of Broadway as if I were in New York City,” he says.
He is equally adamant that he will not write a book about his experiences. “There are already enough books out there,” he says.
Not that he doesn’t have things to say. Theater productions, Michael notes, have changed with new times and new tastes, but nothing has had a more profound effect than the recent pandemic.
“COVID made theater a mess. Now there is a whole generation that does not know live theater.”
He also laments the high cost of tickets, which makes theater difficult for young people. Large theaters with big audience space, he says, can have a wider range of price points for seats, but in a theater like the Goodspeed, which holds only some 398 seats, all prices needed to rise to help cover costs.
Michael remains engaged in theater, both locally and nationally. He is on the board of The Kate in Old Saybrook, the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, the Johnny Mercer Foundation, and the ASCAP Foundation. He is the founder of the League of Historical American Theaters, and recently he was inducted into the Theater Hall of Fame.
His memories of his Goodspeed days remain vivid and joyful.
“There is not a minute of any of it that I would want to change,” he says. When it was time to start the show, instead of saying the traditional word, “places,” Michael used to say, “It’s magic time.” And so it remains for him. “It was magic and I am thankful.”
He has no urge to produce again, except, well, maybe just the one that got away. He is not quite finished with that one. “If I did ever do something again,” he says, “I would do .” The Red Blue-Grass Western Flyer Show
Photo by Rita Christopher/The Source
Michael Price, who headed Goodspeed Musicals for more than 40 years before his retirement in 2014, will be receiving a Tony Award for Excellence in Theatre at this year's awards.
Sweet Saturday Nights: Rennie and Sherrill
: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Tickets: $10. Service fees apply. Refreshments are available for purchase. For info or tickets, visit musicnowfoundation.org/events.
Performance by Resurrection of Screamin' Jay Hawkins Band
: 8 p.m. Scottish Dave's Pub, 24 E Main St., Clinton. Cost: $25. For info, contact 860-552-4727 or mjajazz@optonline.net.
Concert by Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters
: 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.
Family Astronomy Night
: 8:30 p.m. Meigs Point Nature Center, 1288 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Led by the Astronomical Society of New Haven, Shoreline Astronomical Society, and Thames Amateur Astronomical Society. Registration not required. Sponsored by the Friends of Hammonasset. Bring binoculars if preferred. Cover flashlights with red cellophane or red plastic to preserve everyone’s night vision. For info, call 203-245-8743 or visit meigspointnaturecenter.org/calendar.
SUNDAY,
JUNE 1
For Home and Country
Hiking Ruins of Southern New England: A Guide to 40 Sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island
gist and author of . Rain or shine. For info, visit guilfordlandtrust.org.
Concert by California Guitar Trio and Kaki King
: 7 p.m.
The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
MONDAY, JUNE 2
Shoreline Opera Club Discussion of the Met in HD Live Broadcast:
Il Barbiere di Siviglia
: 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: Abraham Verghese
The Covenant of Water: A Novel
: 7 p.m. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info, call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
TUESDAY, JUNE 3
What Do Goldfish, the CAT Scan, Ice Beer, and Computer Chips Have in Common: Cases I Have Litigated
:
Extra Billy Smith: Controversial Confederate General on the Field of Gettysburg
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4
The Concept of Reincarnation and Past Lives
: 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a presentation by Civil War historian Scott Mingus. Part of the Shoreline Civil War Roundtable monthly meeting. Free and open to the public. For info, contact the group’s facilitator at 860-395-1124 or olivia.jean@sbcglobal.net, or visit facebook.com/shorelinecivilwarroundtable. : 10 a.m. Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. Presented by Kristen White, mystic and shaman. 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.
Author Event: Marie Bostwick
The Book Club for Troublesome Women: A Novel
: 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. The Griswold Inn, 36 Main St., Essex. Book: . Features a talk and book signing. Cost: $65, includes admission to the event, a copy of the book, and luncheon. For info or to RSVP, call 860-767-0210 or visit griswoldinn.com.
Extinctopedia: Discover What We have Lost, What is At Risk, and How We Can Preserve the Diversity of Our Fragile Planet Continued from page 33
For Home and Country: An American Family and the Second World War
: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Presented by the Old Saybrook Historical Society. Based on the book, by Brett Martin. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
Seabreeze: A Nautical-Themed Artisan Reception
: 1 to
4 p.m. Connecticut River Artisans, 55 Main St., Essex. Features the work of four artisans on display and available for purchase. For info, call 860-767-5457.
Owls Among Us
: 2 p.m. Pardee-Morris House, 325 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven. Presented by Gwen Rice, owl rehabilitator, educator, and co-founder of Freedom First Wildlife Rehab. Free admission. For info or to register (required), visit newhavenmuseum.org.
Pride in the Park(ing Lot)
: 2 to 5 p.m. Elm City Wellness Parking Lot, 774 Orange St., New Haven. Features story time, performances, and more. For info, email elmcitywellness@gmail.com.
Ruins of Southern New England
: 4 p.m. Bishop’s Orchards, 480 New England Rd., Guilford. Presented by Connecticut state archaeologist emeritus Nick Bellantoni. Hosted by the Guilford Land Conservation Trust (GLCT) as part of its annual meeting. Features a short business meeting of the GLCT followed by the talk and slide presentation. Open to the public. For info, contact 203-4579253 or info@guilfordlandtrust.org.
Guilford Land Trust Annual Meeting
: 4 to 6 p.m. Bishop's Orchards Red Barn, 1355 Boston Post Rd., Guilford. Features a short business meeting followed by a talk by Nick Bellantoni, past Connecticut state archeolo-
10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Presented by attorney Ethan Horwitz. 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:
Il Barbiere di Siviglia
: 10 a.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. Running time: 215 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
The June Jubilee Tea
: Noon to 2 p.m. Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast, 976 Boston Post Rd. Tea service features finger sandwiches, cookies, a warm scone with jam and crème fraîche, and more. Open to the public. Cost: $49.95 plus tax and gratuity. For info or to make a reservation (required), contact 860-399-4777 or info@westbrookinn.com, or visit westbrookinn.com/afternoon-tea.
“Drive-in” Movie Night:
Berenstain Bears
: 6 to 6:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Decorate a file box with paper plates for wheels and bring it to the library for a “drive-in” movie. Participants can sit in the “car” (or on the floor) in the children’s room for the film showing. Popcorn served. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Bluegrass Jam at the Museum
: 6 to 8 p.m. The Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River St., East Haven. All levels welcome. Donations are appreciated. Proceeds benefit the Shoreline Trolley Museum. For info, call 203-4676927 or visit shorelinetrolley.org.
Extinctopedia: A Discovery of What We Have Lost, What is At Risk, and What To Do About It with Smithsonian Scientists
: 2 p.m. Online event. Book:
. Presented by Brian Gratwicke, a conservation biologist for the amphibian conservation programs at the Smithsonian National Zoo, and Gina Della Togna, executive director of the Amphibian Survival Alliance and a research associate at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Hosted by the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/scrantonlibrary.
The Estuary Outreach Series
: 2 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Hosted by The Estuary, a community-focused organization that provides vital programs and services for older adults. The event aims to introduce The Estuary's mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.
Chicken Caesar Wrap and S'mores Cups
: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Indian River Recreation Complex Multipurpose Room, 201 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. For ages 6 to 14. Hosted by the Clinton Parks and Recreation. Open to Clinton residents and nonresidents. Cost: $40. For info or to register, visit the class schedule link at marysculinaryclassesllc.com.
Hiking
Win Customers with Your Website
: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Via Zoom. Presented by Joshua Toenyes, CEO of Cardsetter. Free. Hosted by SCORE Southeastern Connecticut Chapter. Series sponsored by Berkshire Bank. For info or to register, visit score.org/easternct/local-workshops
New Reach Annual Auction
: 5:30 to 9 p.m. Woodwinds, 29 Schoolground Rd., Branford. Features a silent auction, small-plated buffet dinner, open bar, and more. The event honors Jim Sonet for his dedication to the mission of FISH to provide food to those households who are unable to access a local food pantry. Tickets: $125. For info, email mgrande2@newreach.org or visit newreach.org.
Crash Course Cooking: Pizza Making
: 6 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Matt Yanarella. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Make Your Own Fused Glass Art: Pick Your Project Class
: 6 to 8:30 p.m. RiverFire Glass Studio at SoMA, 500 Main St., Deep River. Features a beginner to advancedbeginner class depending on what a participant prefers. Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and safety glasses are required. Bring an N95 facemask in case glass powder is involved in the class. Cost: $64. Additional fee may be required depending on selected project. Service fees apply. Materials and firing included. Items will be fired in the kiln and can be picked up in seven to 10 days. For info or to register, call 860-864-5004 or visit riverfireglass.com.
100 Years of Hank Starring Jason Petty
: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
Poet Laurate Ed Lent. Sign-ups begin at 5:45 p.m. The first 12 to sign up are guaranteed a spot. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.
To Have and Have More: A Novel
THURSDAY, JUNE 5
The Estuary Outreach Series
: 1 p.m. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. The Estuary aims to introduce its mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.
The Poetry of Protest: Just in Case This is Not a Perfect World Watercolor Workshop
: 6 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library 67 Park St. Features a discussion led by Guilford Poet Laureate Mark McGuire-Schwartz. For info or to register, call the library at 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.
: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 19 and over. Participants will use the three primary colors and experiment with blending, transparency, and basic brush techniques. Materials provided. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.
Open Mic Night
: 6 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Led by Madison’s
: 6:30 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.
Author Event: Sanibel in Conversation with Tory Bilski Shoreline Sailing Club Event
: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and over. New members are welcome and sailing experience is not necessary. Cost: free for members and first-time guests, $10 for others. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.
Concert by Karla Bonoff
: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
ONGOING EVENTS
Art Exhibits
Andrews Memorial Town Hall:
Clinton Art Society Spring Members Exhibition
54 E. Main St., Clinton: For info, visit clintonartsocietyct.org/exhibitions. : Runs through June 19.
Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) Gallery
: 1004
Main St.: For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org.
Branford High School Art Show
Spring 2025 Art Show
: Runs through May 27. : Runs May 29 through June 30.
Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) West Gallery
: 360 State St., New Haven: For info, contact 203433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org/events.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner
: Runs through Aug. 31.
Connecticut River Museum
: 67 Main St., Essex: For info, call 860-767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.
Rising Waters
: Runs June 5 through Aug. 3.
Essex Library Buel Room
: 33 West Ave.: For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.
Maureen Mayo Art Exhibit
: Runs through May 29.
Guilford Art Center (GAC)
: 411 Church St.: For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
: Runs through June 1.
Dear Mother Rod Serling: Submitted for Your Approval
: 758 Main St., Branford: For info, call 203-4881441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.
: Runs through June 30.
James Blackstone Memorial Library Upper Rotunda Gallery Madison Cinema Art Gallery
: 761 Boston Post Rd.: For info, email linda@lindamccarthyart.com.
Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center
: 167 Neck Rd., Madison: For info, visit mercybythesea.org.
Into the Light
: Runs through June 28.
Masonicare at Chester Village
: 317 W. Main St.: For info, call 860-531-1400.
The Works of David Baillie
: Runs through June 30.
New Haven Museum
: 114 Whitney Ave. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org.
Enduring Creativity: Celebrating 125 Years of the New Haven Paint & Clay Club
: Runs through June 28.
Spectrum Art Gallery
Nature Up Close
Susan Powell Fine Art
: 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, call 203-318-0616 or visit susanpowellfineart.com.
Vincent Giarrano: City Color
David Dunlop: Quest for Radiance
: Runs through May 31. : Runs June 6 through July 6.
Solo Show by Linda McCarthy
: Runs through June 24.
: 61 Main St., Centerbrook: For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org. : Runs through July 6.
Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library Keyes Gallery
:
146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek: For info, call 203488-8702 or visit wwml.org/gallery.
The Missing Pictures: Photographs by Sean Kernan
: Runs through May 26.
Yale University Art Gallery
: 1111 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, call 203-432-0600 or visit artgallery.yale.edu/visit/exhibitions.
David Goldblatt: No Ulterior Motive:
Music
Bill’s Seafood Restaurant:
Runs through June 22
Fridays: 7 to 9 p.m. Bill’s Seafood All-Star Jazz Band. Saturdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Various performers. Sundays: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Various performers.
Edward A. Norton VFW Post 7666:
104 Mill Rd., Guilford. No cover. For info, call 203-214-5874. Mondays: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Big Swing Band with Tuxedo Junction.
Nightingale’s Acoustic Café:
Rte. 1, Westbrook. For info, call 860-399-7224 or visit BillsSeafood.com. First and third Wednesdays: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Corinthian Jazz Band.
68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Donation $5 to $10 at the door. For info, email gstevens@musicnowfoundation.org or visit musicnowfoundation.org.
Seaview Bistro at Water's Edge Resort & Spa
Tuesdays: 6 to 8 p.m. Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Last Friday: 7 to 9 p.m. Teen Open Mic. Sweet Saturday Nights: 7 to 9 p.m. Various performers. : 1525 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. For info, visit watersedgeresortandspa.com.
Fridays and Saturdays: 9 p.m. to midnight. Various performers.
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The Sweet Remains to Perform at The Kate
The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, known as “the Kate,” will welcome acclaimed folk-rock trio The Sweet Remains on Thursday, May 29, at 7:30 p.m.
Embers
The group returns to the stage in support of their highly anticipated fifth studio album, , a 10-song collection featuring their signature acoustic-driven sound and rich three-part harmonies. Produced by Grammy winner and longtime collaborator Andy Zulla, the album includes standout tracks such as “When the World Slowed Down,” “You Say,” “Don’t Count Me Out,” and the title track, “Ember.”
Formed by Rich Price, Greg Naughton, and Brian Chartrand, The Sweet Remains is anchored by three accomplished singer-songwriters. Price’s song “I’m On My Way” appeared on the multi-platinum soundtrack, and he has released several solo albums and contributed to film and television scores. Earlier in his career, he was signed to RCA and later Geffen Records.
Naughton, known for his debut indie album D , was praised by
The Independents
Live From Laurel Canyon
Chartrand, a Phoenix-based songwriter and international touring artist, is also the creator of , a critically acclaimed concert tribute to folk-rock legends such as Crosby, Stills & Nash, Neil Young, and Joni Mitchell.
For tickets and more information, visit www.thekate.org or call 860-510-0453.
Shrek 2 emagogue & the Sun Songs Performing Songwriter Magazine as “a magnetic writer and performer.” That album was co-produced by the late Grammywinning artist Phoebe Snow. In addition to music, Naughton co-wrote and directed the feature film , inspired by the band’s real-life journey, and often collaborates with his wife, Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara.
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The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center is a nonprofit performing arts organization located in the historic theater and former town hall on Main Street in Old Saybrook. Originally opened in 1911 and reopened as the Kate in 2009, the venue is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The center features a 285-seat, stateof-the-art theater and presents programming in music, theater, opera, dance, comedy, film, and children’s entertainment. The official Katharine Hepburn Museum is located on the first floor.
The Choo Choo Lounge at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina:
2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-3952000.
Thursdays and Sundays: 6 to 9 p.m. Live music.
The Highliner III:
139 Essex Rd., Westbrook. For info, call 860-399-5042 or visit thehighliner3.com.
Fridays and Saturdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Live music.
Second and fourth Thursdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Open mic.
The Tap Room at The Griswold Inn:
36 Main St., Essex. No cover charge. For info, call 860-767-1776 or visit griswoldinn.com.
The Wharf:
Fridays: 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Psychedelic ‘60s. Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. For info, call 203-350-0014 or visit thewharfmadison.com.
Acoustics Club:
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. On temporary break for winter. Bring your own acoustic instrument. No registration required. For info, call 203245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group:
5 to 6 p.m.
Second Tuesday. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Free. No registration. For info, call 860-767-1560.
American Girl Doll Club:
6 to 6:45 p.m. First Thursday. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. Dolls don’t have to be American Girl. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Art Critique Series (General Critique Session):
Ask-A-Lawyer: A Free Legal Clinic:
Groups and Activities
A Journey Through America’s Past:
Fridays: 8 to 10 p.m. Acoustic Fridays. Various performers. 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Via Zoom. Sponsored by the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. Free. Registration is required to receive a Zoom link. For info, contact 203-245-5695 or gillespiee@madisonct.org.
10 a.m. to noon. First Thursday. Via Zoom. Artists may send works as jpeg attachments prior to the session to casclinton@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Clinton Art Society (CAS). For info, email casclinton@gmail.com.
Art Critique Series (Special-Themed Session):
10 a.m. to noon. Third Thursday. Via Zoom. Runs November through April. Artists may send works as jpeg attachments prior to the session to casclinton@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Clinton Art Society (CAS). For info, email casclinton@gmail.com.
Banned Book Club:
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. First Tuesday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. For info, call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.
Bereaved Parents USA and PS It Hurts Support Group:
10:30 a.m. First Sunday. Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. For grieving parents, grandparents, and siblings suffering the loss of children and family members. For info, call Vanessa Pentz at 203-645-7777.
Bingo:
6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Cost: $12 per person. For info, call 860-3881611.
Bingo Bingo:
Arts and Entertainment with Deborah Gilbert: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Second Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. No registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org.
6 p.m.
Tuesdays. Valley Shore Community Television Inc., 1587 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. For info, call 203-912-2319 or visit vsctv.com.
: 7 p.m. Mondays. East Creek Landing, 390 S. Union St., Guilford. Doors open 5 p.m. Light refreshments. Cost: $15. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 3928. For info, call 203-453-2801.
7 p.m. Tuesdays. St Therese Church, 555 Middletown Ave. North Haven. For info, visit stelizabethofthetrinity.org.
Press Release from the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center
Photo courtesy of the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center Folk-rock trio The Sweet Remains performs at The Kate on Thursday, May 29.
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Blackstone Fiber Art Community:
6 to 8.m. Wednesdays. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. All experience levels in fiber art forms are welcome. Registration is not required, drop-ins welcome. For info, call 203-4881441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Blackstone Library Tour:
10 a.m. Second Saturday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Registration encouraged, but drop-ins welcome. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Board Game Club
: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Third Thursday. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. All ages welcome. For info, contact 860-526-0018 or ChesterKidLib@gmail.com.
Book Club:
Noon to 2 p.m. Third Thursday. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For info, including book titles, or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Books on Tap Book Club:
6 to 7 p.m.
Second Wednesday. Myrcene Ale Co., 39 Ragged Rock Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to patrons ages 21 and up. Sponsored by the Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
Breastfeeding Support Meeting:
9:30
a.m. Second Wednesday. Grace and St. John’s Episcopal Church, 2927 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. Sponsored by the La Leche League of Hamden/North Haven. For info or to RSVP, email Anne.M@LLLCT.org or visit lllct.org/hamdennorthhaven.
Chair Yoga with Martha:
6:30 p.m.
Fourth Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Chester Blood Pressure Clinic:
2 to 3
p.m. Third Tuesday. Chester Town Hall community room, 203 Middlesex Ave. Free for Chester seniors and community members. For info, contact Public Health Nurse Sherry Carlson at 860-661-3300 or Scarlson@crahd.net.
Christ Episcopal Church Choir Rehearsal:
7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays. Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 11 Park St., Guilford. For info, email admin@christchurchguilford.org.
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 203-453-1975 or visit christian-scienceCT.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 203453-1975 or visit christian-scienceCT.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., Branford. 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.
Community Breakfast
: 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.
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, 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 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
Craft Night:
6 p.m. Third Tuesday. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to ages 14 and up. For info or to register, call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
Explore 400 Years of Local History With ‘Passport to Guilford History’
Guilford’s five historic museums are inviting the public to explore nearly 400 years of local history through Passport to Guilford History 2025, a summer-long challenge that rewards visitors for immersing themselves in the town’s rich past.
The participating sites—Henry Whitfield State Museum, Hyland House Museum, Thomas Griswold House Museum, Medad Stone Tavern Museum, and Dudley Farm Museum—each offer unique architecture, collections, and stories from different time periods. By visiting all five, participants will journey through centuries of Connecticut history and be entered for a chance to win a grand prize.
To join, participants can visit any of the
museums during regular hours beginning Sunday, June 1, 2025, to pick up a Passport. Each museum visit earns a stamp in the Passport. The program is open to adults and children and runs through Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Participants should check with individual museums for operating hours, admission information (required at three sites), and other details. Completed passports must be turned in by Sept. 28 at any of the five museums. All completed entries will be included in a drawing to win a grand prize basket valued at more than $300, featuring museum merchandise and gifts donated by local businesses. The winner will be selected at random and must claim the prize in person at the Henry Whitfield State Museum. For more information, contact the Henry Whitfield State Museum at 203453-2457 or whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov.
Photo courtesy of the Henry Whitfield State Museum
Guilford’s five historic museums are inviting the public to explore nearly 400 years of local history through Passport to Guilford History 2025.
Press Release from the Henry Whitfield State Museum
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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.
: 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Creative Loft at the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. No registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org.
6 p.m. Second Monday. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. For info, contact 860-669-2342 or sarah@hchlibrary.org.
Craft of the Month: Creative Craft Night Creative Writing Group: Crochet Club
: 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Runs June 18 through July 30. No meet July 16. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group:
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Second Thursday. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Free. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Discussion Group: The Atlantic Magazine:
10:30 a.m. Fourth Wednesday. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. For info, call 860-669-2342 or email sarah@hchlibrary.org.
Duplicate Bridge:
6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. First Church of Christ in Saybrook, Congregational, 366 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-388-0693.
Duplicate Bridge:
12:30 p.m. Fridays. Joseph Trapasso Community House, 46 Church St., Branford. For info, call 203-915-5987 or email tillerjock@gmail.com.
Ekphrastic Poetry Trust:
3 to 4:30 p.m. Second Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Participants create poetry from art. No registration required. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Registration is not required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.
Exploring Our Grief Journey: A Grief Support Group: F3 Shoreline Men’s Bootcamp Workout:
5:30 a.m. Fridays. Madison Town Campus, 8 Campus Dr. Free and open to all men. Held outdoors rain or shine. For info, email F3shoreline@gmail.com.
Family Support Group:
6 p.m. First Monday. Via Zoom. Offered by BHcare. A group for family members and caregivers who assist people through their journey of mental wellness. For info, call 203-800-7177 or visit BHcare.org.
Fiber Arts Club:
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Fridays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Drop-ins welcome. Bring your own project. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Forever Young: A Young Adult Book Club: French Conversation Group:
6 to
7:30 p.m. Last Wednesday bimonthly. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.
3 to 4 p.m. Mondays. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Drop-ins welcome. For info, call 860-767-1560.
Friday Movie Matinee:
2 to 4 p.m. Second and fourth Fridays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Registration recommended. For info, including the movie title, or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Future Artists:
9:30 to 10 a.m. Fourth Monday. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560.
Genealogy Interest Group:
2:30 to 4 p.m. Second and fourth Tuesdays. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Drop-ins welcome. For info, call 860-767-1560.
Genealogy with Marcy Fuller:
6 to 8 p.m. Fourth Tuesday. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. No appointment necessary. For info, call the library at 860399-6422.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group:
5:30 to 7 p.m. Fourth Monday. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Facilitated by the Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services clinical staff. Hosted by The Estuary in collaboration with the Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Registration is not required. For info, visit events.hchlibrary.org.
Guilford Job Network Meeting:
7 to 8:30 p.m. Second and fourth Wednesdays. Via Zoom. Includes guest speaker. All job seekers are welcome. For info or to register (required), call 203-457-0121 or email RussAllen2@aol.com.
Guitar Club:
12:30 p.m. Mondays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Bring your own instruments. No registration required. For info, call 203245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Harrison House Museum Tours:
1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Harrison House Museum, Barn, and Gardens, 124 Main St., Branford. Open to the public. Free admission but donations are welcome. Runs through September or by appointment. For info, contact 203-488-4828 or info@branfordhistoricalsociety.org.
iPhone Photography Collaborative:
6:30 p.m. First Monday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. All levels are welcome. No registration required. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Jigsaw Puzzle Meet Up and Swap:
Noon to 3 p.m. Second Sunday. Myrcene Ale Co., 39 Ragged Rock Rd., Old Saybrook. No cost to join but must bring a jigsaw puzzle to swap. Co-hosted with Old Tyme Toys. For info, visit oldsaybrookchamber.com.
La Leche Virtual Meetings:
7 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. Saturdays. Via Facebook. Sponsored by La Leche League of Connecticut. For info, visit facebook.com/groups/LLLofCTDiscussionForum.
Lego Club
: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. For info, contact the library at 860526-0018 or library@chesterct.org.
Lego STEM Club:
5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Second or fourth Tuesday. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Letter Writing Social:
1 to 5 p.m. First Friday. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Writing implements, stationery, postcards, and stamps available. No registration. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Love2Sign with Jaye:
10:45 a.m. Thursdays. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children ages 6 months to 6 years. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Madison Movie Chat:
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. First and third Mondays. Via Zoom. Sponsored by the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register (required), visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Maker Meet-up:
6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. No registration required. All ages welcome. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org.
Martial Arts Class: Adult Combat Hapkido
: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Thursdays. Green Hill Martial Arts, 273 Rte. 81, Killingworth. For ages 13 and up. For info, visit greenhillmartialarts.org.
Martial Arts Class: Hapkido Hornets
: 5 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Green Hill Martial Arts, 273 Rte. 81, Killingworth. For ages 4 to 5. For info, visit greenhillmartialarts.org.
Martial Arts Class: Jeet Kune Do Kung Fu
: 6 to 7 p.m.
Mondays. Green Hill Martial Arts, 273 Rte. 81, Killingworth. For ages 16 and up. For info, visit greenhillmartialarts.org.
Martial Arts Class: Multidiscipline
: 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. Green Hill Martial Arts, 273 Rte. 81, Killingworth. For ages 6 and up. For info, visit greenhillmartialarts.org.
Martial Arts Class: Youth Hapkido
: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 5 to 6 p.m. Thursdays. Green Hill Martial Arts, 273 Rte. 81, Killingworth. For ages 6 to 12. For info, visit greenhillmartialarts.org.
Master Gardener Clinic:
Noon. Mondays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. All specimens must be in sealed containers. No registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org.
A Seasonal Retreat
Staff Report
After nearly 30 years of cherished memories, the ‘Corona Cottage’ is coming to market! Nestled in a private enclave, this seasonal retreat offers an ideal setting with panoramic views of Clinton Harbor. Enjoy fishing or savor a meal under a stunning sunset.
Elevated 8 feet on pillars, the cottage boasts an open concept layout and is fully insulated and wired with electricity. The expansive front porch is perfect for entertaining, while the rear deck is ideal for grilling.
Upon entering the cottage, the enclosed porch area is utilized for dining and lounging. The living room offers a ventless propane heater through the kitchen, which is outfitted with a propane refrigerator.
Beneath the cottage, there is an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach and ample storage for patio furniture, kayaks, and beach chairs.
Modern sustainability features include solar panels providing ample power for summer evenings. A short stroll away in any direction brings you to multiple beaches, with opportunities for paddleboarding, jet skiing, and water skiing. This is your chance to have an island experience!
This home is being offered for sale by Compass Real Estate for $575,000. For
information or a showing, contact Gigi Giordano Taylor at 203-671-2155 or Kayla Chasse at 475-281-8831.
The expansive front porch is perfect for entertaining, while the rear deck is ideal for grilling.
The living room offers a ventless propane heater through the kitchen, which is outfitted with a propane refrigerator. A short stroll away in any direction brings you to multiple beaches, with opportunities for paddleboarding, jet skiing, and water skiing.
Old Post Road, CR2, Clinton Shelly represented the Seller
Rosemary Court, Middlefield
for $575,500. Represented the Buyer
Stunning custom, architecturally designed, beachfront home in desirable Seaview Beach area. Situated on the high point of Seaview Avenue, with deeded access to Long Island Sound & sandy beach by a dedicated walkway with cabana. Rebuilt in 2010, boasting numerous upgraded amenities incl. custom cabinetry, woodworking and built-ins. Oversized, combined living room & dining area have 120-degree views of Long Island Sound. Five bedrooms, 4 full baths on three levels. The finest materials and master craftsmanship, as well as meticulous maintenance, ensures years of enjoyment and durability. Relax on the beach & take advantage of the expansive views in this one-of-a-kind, remarkable home.
$2,900,000
Real Estate AUCTION
Real Estate Transactions
MADISON
: Martha J Bingaman RET and Martha J. Bingaman to Sarah Shelton, $1,300,000 on May 1
: Morgan L. and Margaret L. Prust to Cassie E. and Bryan M. Di Iorio, $980,000 on May 2
: Barbara S. Greenwald to Steven and Katie G. Ferraro, $1,115,000 on May 2
: Estate of Robert S. Smith and Suzanne Smith to Gerard T. Hartmann, $400,000 on April 29
: Hamilton Hernandez to Karen A. Heck, $440,000 on April 28
: Estate of Judith E. Bodner and Deborah B. Dekkers to Tonya R. and Christopher E. Yenco, $415,000 on May 1
: Linda
Ungerleider to Maureen Massa and Alan Schweitzer, $625,000 on May 1
: Michele A. Moore to Nicholas J. and Nicole A. Ferrara, $1,046,000 on April 28
: Gloria R Kindman T and Ethan Horwitz to Matthew and Madalina Yopchick, $1,500,000 on April 28
: Bailynn L. and Scott M. Hye to Bethany Lawrence and Julian Mayor, $760,000 on April 28
: Christopher E. and Nicole C. Larizza to Jeffrey C. Hayat, $899,900 on May 1
:
Stacey A. Torpey to Joseph P. Listro, $212,036 on April 28
KILLINGWORTH
343 Route 148
: Karl Noble to Nefores Heiden Ft and Timothy M. Nefores, $615,000 on May 1
29 Running Brook Drive
: Aaron Torrison to Alyssa Wolak RET and Alyssa Wolak, $942,000 on April 29
CLINTON
: Jeffery and Margrit Flynn to Pedro and Luz Irizarry, $75,000 on May 1
: Clearmont Invs LLC to Meditox Care LLC, $1,245,000 on April 30
: Sally R. Peitzman to Robert Renner and Laura Bentley, $540,000 on April 30
: Susan Reyher to James and Amy Zinaman, $850,000 on April 28
: 25 West Main Assoc LLC to Pelletier Group LLC, $165,000 on April 30
: 27 West Main Street LLC to Pelletier Group LLC, $935,000 on April 30
: Estate of Doris P. Andrews and Michael J. Andrews to Edev Ventures LLC, $310,000 on May 2 : Nicole Devlin and Michael Conroy to Jonathan and Janica Depino, $910,000 on May 1 : Steven M. Cacace to Hannah R. and Gabriela Foster, $582,000 on May 1 : Eric K. Gross and Cynthia Green to Melissa Thomas and
Real Estate Transactions
and Mary J. Dunn to Haines RET and Kathy Haines, $1,800,000 on May 2
: Buy Or Sell Realty LLC to Jacquelyn Vaspasiano, $630,000 on May 1
: Caitlin A. and Dennis C. Thompson to Giovannii and Travis Salkey, $560,000 on May 1
Meyerholz and Angiolina Polanco, $503,000 on April 29
Morrissey, $490,000 on April 25
1819 Ridge Road
CHESTER
: Lorraine Mattei to Linda Wenkert, $545,600 on May 2
Long Hill Road
: Jason W. Hinckley and Samantha C. Morgillo to Cheryl Reilly and Lisa Bozzuto, $351,000 on May 2
9 Sparrow Bush Lane
: Carl P. and Alicia P. Jeppesen to Steven Fleck, $660,000 on May 1
7 Tamarack Lane
: F Vigliotti Const Co LLC to Gillian Zinser and Andrew J. Mcclave, $895,180 on April 29
26 Water Street
: Janine Vitiello and Laurence Capezzone to Steven Martin and Shane Trotta, $586,100 on May 2 54 Horseshoe Road 1280 Little Meadow
BRANFORD
: Bc Inv Propertys LLC to Nicole Fournaris, $375,000 on April 28
: Kathleen Zamkov to Sandesh Shrestha and Mamta Bhandari, $540,000 on April 28
: Sheirmah P. Francis to Adrian Haarke, $305,000 on May 1 : Estate of Lydia Clark and Kimberly Valentino to Equity Based Advisors LLC, $165,000 on April 29
: Susan V. and David M. Ritter to William East Brown T and William E. Brown, $730,000 on April 30
: James R. and Jacqueline L. Rafford to Joseph and Catherine K. Marganski, $475,000 on April 29
845 Foxon Road
: Dora E. Rivera to Alexander A. Escobar, $580,000 on May 2
116 Hellstrom Road
: Leidiana
Rivera to Dominic J. and Margaret M. Campbell, $480,000 on May 1
52 Victor Street
: Christine Switaj to Michelle Cook, $326,000 on April 29
NORTH BRANFORD
229 Branford Road Unit 317
:
Michelle Cook to Gail A. Hicks, $283,000 on April 29
24 Evergreen Road
: Bruce Baldwin to Pal Property Partners LLC, $200,000 on May 1
4 Farm River Drive
: Jacquelyn L. Vaspasiano to Steven and Meredith Cacace, $485,000 on May 2
: William J. and Jason Mccoy to Vito Assoc LLC, $326,100 on April 29
5 Skiff Parkway
: Michael Fronte to Market Equities Grp LLC, $255,000 on May 1
OLD SAYBROOK
330 Boston Post Road
: F S.
Heinemann to Custom Marine LLC, $250,000 on May 1
11 Coulter Street Unit 3
: Suzanne G. Higgins to Gerald Doran and Lisa Quesnel, $550,000 on April 30
81 Coulter Street Unit 7
: Elizabeth S. Gibbons to Diane M Bailey T and Diane M. Bailey, $1,500,000 on May 1 : Carla Mousch to Virginia Oconnor, $552,500 on April 29
100 Dudley Avenue Unit 19
: Patricia N. Coglitore to Robert J. and Michele R. Grasso, $675,000 on May 1
: Geoffrey Burn and Judy Palmieri to Joseph P. Semple and Sari L. Biddle, $975,000 on May 1
DEEP RIVER
: Jonathan C. Knox to Mbolduc LLC, $385,000 on April 30
: Fed Natl Mtg Assn to Madeline Casey, $275,000 on April 28
: Zf Spv LLC to Gregory R. Demik, $500,000 on April 28
ESSEX
: Scot B. Hougrand to Danielle R. Nobitz and Kevin P. Moran, $465,000 on May 2
: Kings Lane Prop LLC to Jared M. and Leslie J. Novinski, $400,000 on April 30
: 107 Main St And Smt LLC to Big River Properties LLC, $700,000 on April 28
: Miguel A. Parra and Maria D. Cristi to Thomas P.
: Cory and Kerri Peck to Hannah Griesbach and Timothy Poulin, $425,000 on May 1
: Jennifer Fuina and Shamus Finney to Kerri and Cory Peck, $660,000 on May 1
: Steven R. Fleck to Jennifer and Mark Beauchemin, $410,000 on April 29
: Nationstar
Mortgage to Edward Angiollo and Oscar Chusino, $302,900 on April 30
: Malgorzata and Stanislaw Rosinski to Sararat and Gonglean Tosakoon, $410,000 on April 23
22 Gates Road
: Patrick S. Fagan to Christopher and Hellen Previte, $676,100 on April 28
367 Main Street Unit 20
: John P. and Marta M. Jette to Karen M. Gabianelli, $525,000 on May 1
367 Main Street Unit 15
: Paul F.
Schneider to Debra M. Divenere, $735,000 on May 1
WESTBROOK
: Amy J. Sroka to Acme Property LLC, $1,650,000 on April 30
: 2010 Klicka T and Robert J. Griffin to Courtney Fox, $320,000 on April 29
: Rachel Nunn to Douglas L. and Laura E. Holm, $820,000 on April 28
: Wesley H. Miracle to Daniel Valdini, $575,000 on April 28
: Sam Chang to Lawrence A. Wells, $345,000 on April 29
: Yin Lawn to John Crosby, $318,000 on April 29
: Estate of Nancy E. Webb E. and Nancy E. Webb to Jonathan and Irene Katzias, $490,000 on April 21
63 Country Way 2057 Hartford Turnpike 90 Mansfield Road 291 Maple Avenue
: Anthony Depaola to Lcm Prop LLC, $45,000 on April 29
2 Old Orchard Road
: 2 Old Orchard Road LLC to James R. and Kaitlin S.
1742 Boston Post Road
: William & C Stanton RET and Catherine A. Stanton to 1a&m Realty LLC, $1,550,000 on March 6
20 Mohican Road
: Suzio Real
Estate LLC to Lucas Munson, $21,000 on March 5
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Meditation Class:
11 a.m. Mondays. Online. Sponsored by the Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Led by certified mindfulness and meditation teacher Joanne Vannelli. Free. For info or to register (required), contact sarah@hchlibrary.org.
Meet-up Mondays:
1:30 p.m. Mondays. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features board games, coloring, puzzles, and more. Light refreshments. For info or to register, call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
Mindful Monday Meditation:
9:30 a.m.
Mondays. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Presented by the Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. For info or to register, call the library at 860-526-0018.
Mini and Me Yoga with Samantha:
9:30 a.m. Mondays. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Space is limited. For info, contact 860-526-0018 or ChesterKidLib@gmail.com.
NAMI Shoreline Family Support Group
7 p.m.
Second Tuesday. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Facilitators trained by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offer peer-led support to adults caring for a loved one ages 18 and over experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. For info, call 860-876-0236 or visit namishoreline.org.
NAMI Shoreline Family Support Group
7 p.m. Last Wednesday. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Facilitators trained by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offer peer-led support to adults caring for a loved one ages 18 and over experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. For info, call 860-876-0236 or visit namishoreline.org.
Tick Activity and Lyme Disease on the Rise
Press Release from the East Shore District Health Department
The East Shore District Health Department is alerting residents that tick activity is on the rise in Connecticut this year, along with an increase in the number of ticks testing positive for Lyme disease and babesiosis.
this can increase the risk of disease transmission.
Ticks can be dropped off at the health department, located at 688 East Main St. in Branford. For a small fee, the department will submit the tick for identification and testing.
To reduce the risk of tick bites, the health department recommends the following:
9:30 a.m. Fridays. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St. Dads and grandparents are welcome, too. For info, contact the library at 860-767-1252 or staff@ivorytonlibrary.org.
Mommy and Me: Music and Movement: Monday Night Mah-jongg:
6 to 8 p.m. Mondays. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Some previous knowledge or experience is helpful, but beginners are welcome. Bring your own mah-jongg set. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Movie Matinee:
1 to 3:30 p.m. Third Friday. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. For info, including the movie title, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Music with Margie:
11 a.m. Fridays. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children and their family members. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Mystery Book Club:
1 p.m. Fourth Wednesday. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. No registration required. For info, contact Cindy Baklik at 860-395-3184 or cbaklik@actonlibrary.org, or visit actonlibrary.org.
1:30 p.m. Mondays. Via Zoom. Sponsored by the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. A needlepoint group led by Cynthia Barker. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-5627.
10 a.m. to noon. Wednesdays. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Nimble Thimble: Needle Arts Group: Needlework Group:
4 p.m. Mondays. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Drop-ins welcome. For info, call 860-767-1560.
According to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, last fall’s significant acorn yield has impacted wildlife populations, particularly rodents and deer. Mice—common carriers of Lyme disease and frequent tick hosts—often see their numbers increase in years with abundant acorns.
To assist residents, the East Shore District Health Department continues to send ticks to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in New Haven for testing. Residents who find a tick should remove it carefully using tweezers, pulling straight up from the skin. The tick should then be placed in a sealed plastic bag. Do not crush the tick while it is attached, as
Pat’s Picks Movie Club:
Noon to 12:30 p.m. Fridays. Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 11 Park St., Guilford. For info, email admin@christchurcguilford.org.
Noon Meditation Music: Open Mic Night:
6 to 7:30 p.m. First Thursday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Led by Madison Poet Laurate Ed Lent. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.
Pajama Story Time:
6 p.m. Third Thursday. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For families with children of all ages. For info or to sign up for a spot, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
Parkinson's Disease Support Group Meeting
: 1 to 3 p.m. First Saturday. Branford Community House, 46 Church St. Includes guest speakers and care partner sharing sessions. For info, email allysonk11@yahoo.com.
1 p.m. Second Thursday. Atwater Memorial Library community room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Free. For info, including movie titles, or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Pizza and Pages Book Club:
3:30 p.m.
Second Thursday. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. For children reading at a second to third grade reading level. Registration suggested. For info or to register, visit actonlibrary.org.
Poetry Cafe:
11 a.m. to noon. First and third Saturdays. Via Zoom. Sponsored by the James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Free. To register (required), visit blackstonelibrary.org. For info, email programs@blackstonelibrary.org.
Pokémon Club:
3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Last Monday. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. For info, contact 860-669-2342 or lyndsey@hchlibrary.org.
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Check yourself for ticks after spending time outdoors or interacting with pets that have been outside.
Use insect repellent containing DEET when in wooded or grassy areas. Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts outdoors.
Shower and scrub with a loofah after outdoor activities, especially gardening or hiking. Ticks typically need to be attached for 24 hours to transmit disease.
Anyone who experiences a tick bite should monitor for symptoms and consult their municipal health department. For more information, visit www.esdhd.org or contact Barbara Naclerio at bnaclerio@ esdhd.org.
Prayer Shawl Ministry:
10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. United Methodist Church, 811 E. Main St., Branford. For info, contact the church at 203-488-0549 or umcbranford1966@gmail.com, or visit umcbranford.org.
Preschool STEAM Lab: Quilters Club:
9:30 to 10 a.m. Second Monday. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For info, call 203-3156020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Read with Henry:
10 a.m. First Saturday. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Patrons read to Henry, a therapy dog. Reading times are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
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Essex Library Launches Fulford History Lecture Series With Former Gov. Dannel Malloy
The Essex Library will launch its new Fulford History Lecture Series with a talk by former Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy on Saturday, June 8, at 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, and will take place at the Essex Library, 33 West Avenue.
Malloy, who is currently Chancellor of the University of Maine System, will present a lecture titled “Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons from Connecticut’s Capitol.” Drawing from his experience as a twoterm governor and former mayor of Stamford, Malloy will reflect on pivotal moments in recent Connecticut history. His remarks will include perspectives on leading through crises, reforming public education and criminal justice, and navigating the economic challenges of the Great Recession.
The new lecture series honors the memory of Barry Fulford, a beloved Essex Library patron and trustee who passed away in 2020. Fulford, born and raised in North London, came to the U.S. in 1960 to serve as president of a Cadbury subsidiary. Known for his dry wit and love of reading, he left a generous bequest of $200,000 to the Essex Library to support historical programming.
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Research Skills for Homeschooling Teens and Preteens:
11 a.m. to noon. First Wednesday. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. To register, visit tnyurl.com/wplresearch. For info, call the library at 860-399-6422.
Rummikub:
2 to 3:30 p.m. Fourth Thursday. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Beginners welcome. For info or to register, call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
System Dannel Malloy at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8.
Seating is limited, and registration is suggested. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit www.youressex library.org or call 860-767-1560.
NEWS FOR PEOPLE WITH HEARING LOSS
Theater Ragtime: The Musical:
Goodspeed Musicals, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Runs through June 15. For info, call 860-8738668 or visit goodspeed.org.
Long Wharf Theatre at Off Broadway Theater, 41 Broadway, New Haven. Runs through June 1. For info, call 203-693-1486 or visit longwharf.org.
Unbecoming Tragedy: A Ritual Journey Toward Destiny: Tea at Five:
Ivoryton Playhouse, 103 Main St. Runs through June 8. For info, call 860767-7318 or visit ivorytonplayhouse.org.
: Drama Works Theatre Company, 323 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Runs May 23 through June 1. For info, contact 860876-2020 or info@dramaworkstheatre.org, or visit dramaworkstheatre.org.
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A free talk on pivotal moments in recent Connecticut history will be given by former Connecticut Governor and current Chancellor of the University of Maine
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