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Town Meeting to Consider $1M for Road Paving

By Aaron Rubin

Staff Writer MADISON

A special town meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, July 13, at Neck River Elementary School to consider appropriating $1 million from Madison’s fund balance into its Major Roads Fund to help accelerate road paving later this fall, First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons said.

According to minutes from the Board of Selectmen’s June 22 meeting, when the board approved a motion to call the special meeting, “Funds will come from the excess fund balance — property tax dollars that have been collected in past years that are now being deployed back into the community.”

The special meeting comes after a paving study conducted in 2024 and extensive dis-

cussion during the recent budget season prompted by residents’ concerns about road conditions. Regarding the paving study, Lyons said engineering consultants Beta Group performed a comprehensive assessment of Madison’s roads. They found the town has a road rating “on par with a municipality of our size” and comparable to other

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Unveiling a Legacy

A Madison Parks and Recreation employee lowers the tarp to unveil Madison artist Patrick Ganino's mural at the Madison Surf Club on June 26. Donated by Ganino in collaboration with the Madison Chamber of Commerce and Madison Parks and Recreation, the mural serves as a legacy gift for the town's bicentennial.

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Rosalyn Cama: Celebrating Madison’s 200

By Aaron Rubin

Staff Writer

June 13, 2026, marked the 200th anniversary of Madison’s incorporation as an independent municipality, and an effort to honor that milestone — along with the 250th anniversary of the United States — has been spearheaded by the Madison 200/America 250 Steering Committee. The group is chaired by resident Rosalyn Cama, whose approach to the effort is encapsulated by the slogan “From Before to Beyond.”

Rosalyn says this overall theme of the bicentennial specifically recognizes the people who lived here before the town’s original Colonial settlement in 1641 — namely the Indigenous Hammonasset people — and reflects a “responsibility to not just celebrate our past but also illuminate ‘our beyond’ for the next generations who make Madison their hometown community.” Those were among the remarks she made during the town’s June 13 bicentennial celebration at Lee’s Academy.

Broadly, the Madison 200 effort

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honors the major historical, ecological and community pillars of Madison, a town Rosalyn first set her sights on in 1981. She says she met her late husband on a blind date at the Friends & Company restaurant, and then had their second date at Princess Beach, where the Madison Beach Hotel now stands.

“I loved that beach and looked at this guy and said, ‘I think I could spend the summer with him,’” Rosalyn says. “That went on for 41 years.”

Beyond meeting her husband in town, “the attraction was our natural environment” in Madison, including its beaches and the “lifestyle that came with that,” such as sailing and regattas, Rosalyn says. She and her husband eventually moved into a home near the beach in 2003.

Rosalyn’s motivation to become

involved with the Madison 200/America 250 Steering Committee came naturally; she says she has been involved in nonprofit work “my whole life.” In Madison, she served on the design committee for the proposed renovation of Academy School into a community center. When she later saw an announcement seeking volunteers interested in Madison 200 and America 250, Rosalyn jumped at the opportunity, remembering a similar celebration 50 years earlier.

“I organized a parade in my neighborhood when I was a kid for the bicentennial America 200, so it hit me in a nostalgic way,” she says. “But it also triggered this idea that this is what the town wants, and this is what I do. So I signed up.”

Eventually, the steering committee, with Rosalyn as chair, worked with members from multiple town boards and the Madison Chamber of Commerce to determine how the town would celebrate its 200th anniversary. To guide their efforts, they agreed the reason they lived in

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Take Care of What We Have

It is very disappointing to see conditions deteriorate at each of the three town beaches over the last few years.

At the Surf Club, there are broken curbs in the parking lot, parking lot lines that need restriping, a gate guard booth that needs paint, peeling paint all around the Surf Club building, picnic tables that need staining, bathrooms in need of renovation, a concession area that is an eyesore, and a picnic grove grass area that is all weeds.

At East Wharf, the gazebo needs

Get Our Priorities Straight

Your June 18 article, “Residents Review Surf Club Concepts,” failed to include several key items. First, the grandiose plan presented is not a result of input from “thousands of residents.” It was hundreds, not thousands, and the way that the survey questions were posed was unscientific and not indicative of the opinions of the majority of Madison residents. Furthermore, several thoughtful concerns and objections that were voiced by residents at the meeting were not reported in your article at all. Rather, your article reads like a verbatim copy of a press release from

Support Our Schools

I am writing in strong support of the Regional School District 17 school budget and to remind our community to vote on July 15.

As a former public education teacher for 40-plus years, I understand that our schools are, without question, one of our community’s greatest resources. They shape our children’s futures, strengthen our towns, and contribute to the overall quality of life we all value. Supporting our schools means supporting our community as a whole.

RSD 17 has much to be proud of. Our schools are highly successful, with strong graduation rates and students who consistently excel thanks to the solid foundation they receive throughout their education. This success is driven by the dedication and talent of our exceptional educators, who work tirelessly to support every student.

paint, the gate guard booth needs repairs, and the bathroom interiors are in need of renovation.

At West Wharf, the bathroom/shower area is in need of renovation, and the gate guard booth needs paint and repairs.

Let’s take care of what we have with proper budgets and staffing at all three locations as we begin to discuss future concepts for the Surf Club.

David Labanara Madison

the administration.

I hope that town leaders will not take this unscientific and badly distributed survey as gospel that people want a larger building and bigger event space. Let’s get our priorities straight. Fix the beach erosion and crumbling seawall problem by bringing in actual coastal engineers first, and then let’s do a real survey of how the people feel about preserving the current character and beauty of our Surf Club.

Janet Nicolini Madison

Unfortunately, in recent months there have been many divisive posts on social media spreading misinformation and confusion about the budget. While disagreements are part of any healthy community, decisions of this importance must be based on accurate information and a shared commitment to our children’s well-being. When false narratives take hold, it is ultimately our students who are most affected.

This budget represents an investment in maintaining the high standards our community expects and our children deserve. It ensures that RSD 17 can continue to provide the quality education that has led to such strong outcomes. I urge all residents to come together, focus on the facts, and support our schools by voting yes on July 15.

Cinny MacGonagle Killingworth

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Known to most as Jackie, Jacquelyn Priscilla Scranton Cost passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, in the North Guilford home where she was raised. Jackie was born on Dec. 2, 1942, to the late Oliver L. Scranton and Ruby Linsley Scranton.

Jackie is survived by her sons, Tom and his wife, Shannon, and Adam and his wife, Michelle; her beloved grandchildren, Ethan, Austin, Mia, Garet, and Ellie; her sister, Beth Payne; and her brother, Oliver "Buster" Scranton. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Thomas Augustus Cost. Though they spent more than five decades building a life together, those who knew Jackie could see how profoundly she felt Tom's absence after his passing in 2021.

Jackie enjoyed traveling with Tom Sr. to visit friends and family, and she found happiness in life's simple pleasures. She loved gardening, baking, and following UConn women's basketball. Her passion for the game stemmed from her own athletic career, having played four years of varsity basketball at Guilford High School. She also performed in the marching band and played the cornet.

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A lifelong resident of North Guilford, Jackie was raised on her family's farm. Her upbringing on the farm shaped the qualities for which she was best known: a remarkable work ethic, steadfast determination, and practicality. Following her graduation from the University of Connecticut in 1964, Jackie began her career as a dietitian at the VA Hospital in West Haven. Her expertise and dedication to the profession ultimately led to Jackie authoring two books on dietetics.

In 1983, Jackie and Tom Sr. embarked on a new adventure when they purchased a small hardware store in Killingworth. While Tom Sr. often provided the vision, Jackie managed the day-to-day operations that transformed the business into the thriving community institution it is today. Customers came to know and respect her for her knowledge, fairness, and dedication. Much of the growth and success of Killingworth True Value can be attributed to her leadership and tireless work ethic. One of Jackie's most cherished rewards was watching her son, Tom Jr., join the family business and continue the legacy she and Tom Sr. had worked so hard to create.

North Guilford Congregational Church held a special place in Jackie's heart and served as the backdrop for many of life's most meaningful moments. It was there that she met Tom Sr. while his father, the Rev. Henry Cost, served as pastor. The church remained a constant throughout her life. There she married Tom Sr., raised Tom Jr. and Adam in faith, celebrated baptisms and confirmations, gathered with loved ones in times of joy and sorrow, and, in 2021, said goodbye to Tom Sr. Now, as her life comes full circle, Jackie will be laid to rest beside the husband she loved for 55 years. Though Jackie accomplished much throughout her life, nothing meant more to her than her family. She took great pride in the lives of her children and grandchildren and especially enjoyed attending their sporting events, concerts, and activities. One of her greatest joys was seeing the qualities she exemplified throughout her life reflected in the character and accomplishments of those she loved most.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Jackie's devoted caregiver, Faustina Sackey-Mensah, whose compassion, kindness, and dedication brought comfort and support during Jackie's final years.

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H-K Grads Look to the Future

By Aaron Rubin

Staff Writer

The Haddam-Killingworth High School Class of 2026 will look to the future with determination and a willingness to pursue their dreams following their graduation ceremony June 18.

Speaking first to their fellow graduates were class leaders Payton Rich and Catherine Nguyen, both of whom expressed pride in the accomplishments of their class, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and gratitude for growing up in the Haddam-Killingworth community.

taking the next step, and keep moving forward. Adventure is not something that happens to us. It is something we choose,” Riggs said.

Speaking next was valedictorian Tetsu Imai, whose address reflected on surviving an automobile accident. He recalled what his father told him afterward: “It’s a reminder to live a life of consequence because it can be taken at any moment.”

Rich told the graduates, “It’s been a blessing to be part of the close-knit, supportive and strong community that HK represents. As we move forward into the next chapter of our lives, change may feel intimidating, but it also brings new opportunities. Be optimistic about the future, believe in yourselves, and continue putting in the effort to achieve your goals.”

“Ever since,” Imai said, “I’ve found myself returning to those words again and again, trying to glean new meaning and pondering how I can achieve this ‘life of consequence.’ Because moments like this, where life reminds us of its fragility, show us a life built on comfort alone is a life halflived.”

Imai said that to live life to the fullest, he and his fellow graduates must “resist the temptation to be passive” and avoid settling into routines and comfort that “slowly dampen our ability to notice and challenge our limits.” Instead, he urged the class to embrace life’s challenges wholeheartedly.

Nguyen said, “I know that this class will go on to do great things. ... At times, life feels like it’s impossible, that the universe is out to get you. In these moments, believe in the strength that has pulled you out of every tough time before. Believe in the people around you who love you unconditionally.”

Class salutatorian Amelia Riggs reflected on her years at HKHS through the perspective of popular young adult novels and their main characters. She said that while reading those stories, “I realized that so much of what we read and watch emphasizes that the teenage years are a time for exploring the world, and by the time these years have passed, we should know our purpose in life.”

“Yet now,” she continued, “having reached that age, it is easy to feel as though we are met with only the added responsibilities that accompany adulthood, not the adrenaline rush of some fantasyfilled destiny.”

Even though it appears those characters have their lives figured out, Riggs said, “they were all just trying to understand who they are and where they belong in the world. In that way, they are not so different from us right now.”

She encouraged her fellow graduates not to be discouraged by the uncertain future ahead, but instead to recognize “the hero in your story right now” and continue moving forward on a path that is theirs alone to discover.

“I do not think any of us has figured it out yet — and that is okay. What matters is that we keep asking questions, keep

“I implore you to do it while you’re tired. Do it unmotivated. Do it when no one is watching. And do it even when you feel like the world’s beating you down, because somewhere, there’s someone who wishes they had the same opportunities as you. Someone who would give anything to be where you are right now,” he said.

Closing out the student speeches were Gabriel Blair and Finn O’Hanlon. Blair said one of the critical components of success was not dwelling on the “do-overs” graduates may have wished for in high school, but instead to “value everything you’ve been given,” because “where you are right now is set.”

He continued, “This class has potential like I’ve never seen before. Each and every one of you is valued and has something so unique to share, and it’s why I’m so confident in all of our futures. Don’t get caught up in what was; focus on what is.”

O’Hanlon closed the student speeches by reflecting on the character of the Class of 2026.

“We are scholars, athletes, artists, performers, leaders — but most importantly, we are genuinely good people. People who show up for each other, who push each other, and who have built a community worth remembering,” O’Hanlon said. “Class of 2026, thank you for the memories, the friendships, and the journey. Congratulations, and may we all have the courage to become the people we are meant to be.”

Town Meeting to Consider $1M for Road Paving

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similar communities. Encouraged by those findings, the town is looking to get ahead of its regular paving schedule and, if possible, gradually do more paving each year, Lyons said.

The first selectwoman acknowledged that inflation, particularly rising oil prices and paving costs, will affect the ultimate cost of the work, but said the additional $1 million “will help us shore that up.”

“We’ll do a million dollars this year and we’re planning on doing a million dollars the next year,” Lyons said. “It’s a phased-in approach to build up the balances a little

bit more in the paving account.”

According to the approved Capital Improvement Plan for the next two fiscal years, the town plans to spend a total of $7,401,481 on capital projects between 2026 and 2028, with $2 million specifically designated for paving, Lyons confirmed.

Lyons said using money from the town’s fund balance is a more “opportunistic” approach to improving roads than simply adding another $1 million to the annual operating budget.

“I don’t want to tax people more money,” she said. “What we tax them for is our normal budget for paving, and then this is using some of the excess money to just put

Middletown Adult Education Joins National Education Campaign

in the paving savings account to kind of beef up the balance there.”

The roads that receive paving first will be those in the greatest need of rehabilitation and complete reconstruction, Lyons said. Other roads will receive maintenance treatments designed to preserve their condition.

According to Robert Marquis, assistant director of the Public Works Department, the list of roads to be paved this fall has not yet been finalized.

“We’re in the process right now of looking at our reports and trying to figure out what roads we’re going to pave this fall,” he said.

Middletown Adult Education has joined the national campaign, Moving Ahead with Adult Education, to enroll adult learners into programs that equip them with skills that lead to high school equivalency and jobs that pay a family-sustaining wage. Middletown Adult Education focuses on re-engaging adults in need of additional skills to compete in the workforce and to recover financially from the pandemic. It serves several towns including Chester, Deep River, Essex, Killingworth, Madison, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. Both online and in-person instruction are offered at its various locations, including 210 Main Street, Old Saybrook, and the Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81. CDC guidelines and sanitation protocols are in place for in-person instruction to ensure a safe learning environment. The free academic programs at Middletown Adult Education are offered days and evenings and are open to area residents. For more information, call 860-343-6044 or visit www.maect.org.

Native Plant Seeds at Scranton Library

Free seed packets of various native plants are now available at the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Road, Madison. Local UConn master gardeners have prepared packets of at least a dozen species including liatris, switchgrass, and echinacea, as well as lesser-known types like columbine, blue flag iris, and greenheaded coneflower. The packets are in a rack at the checkout desk, along with instructions on stratifying and planting the seeds. A class on seed starting is planned. For more information, call the library at 203-245-7365.

North Madison Congregational Church is seeking artisans and crafters for the 31st Holiday Artisan Fair on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at “The Church at the Circle,” North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Road, Madison. The event features quality artisans and crafters, more than 2,500 homemade cookies, and Karen’s Café serving homemade soups and turkey pot pies. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.northmadisoncc.org/artisanfair.

Artisans Sought for 31st Holiday Artisan Fair

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

The First Church of Christ (Congregational), located at 388 Main Street, Old Saybrook, welcomes the community for worship each Sunday. The church holds a jazz service at 9 a.m., followed by a traditional worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays. For the latest updates on protocols, contact the church office at 860-3883008 or info@firstchurchsaybrook.org. Services are also broadcast live at facebook.com/firstchurchOS. For more information, visit firstchurchsaybrook.org.

The Country School, 341 Opening Hill Road, Madison, is accepting registrations for its 2026 Summer Fun and Learning camps. The program runs Monday, June 22 through Friday, July 31, and offers weeklong morning camps for children ages 3 to 15. Camp topics include STEAM and science, coding, visual arts, nature and outdoor education, sports, mathematics, and creative writing. All camps meet Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and are taught by Country School faculty. The program is open to all community families; no Country School enrollment is required. Most camps cost $250 to $260 per week. An optional Lunch Bunch runs from noon to 12:30 p.m. for $50 per week. A TCS Sports Camp with Madison Racquet & Swim Club, which includes swimming, is also available. For more information or to register, visit thecountryschool.org.

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Madison “was all about connections and belonging,” Rosalyn says — from its history and ecology to its community and the legacy it will leave for future generations.

For Rosalyn, the most rewarding part of the process has been meeting Madison residents who are passionate about different aspects of their town. Those individuals and groups range from people dedicated to preserving Madison’s natural environment to organizations focused on community service, the arts, crafts and beautification.

“The garden club, and all the amazing work they do to beautify this town, the women’s groups, and the arts groups, and the community efforts are each independently so rich. I had no idea, and I realized that others probably didn’t either,” Rosalyn says. “For me, personally, it was meeting these folks who, with a strong mission and intention, are volunteering lots of hours. That richness, that passion around caring about this place we live in and preserving it for a next generation is so vibrant. That’s what excited me.”

Rosalyn says that while leading the Madison 200 celebration, she learned interesting historical facts about the town, including that it was once divided into 13 districts. That inspired the committee to develop activities in each district that reflect its ecological or historical significance. Those events include hikes in the rural Rockland District in North Madison and a Madison Beachcomber event with the Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Aug. 13.

Those events reflect the idea of exploration and getting people out of their neighborhoods, “not only just to come together for a party at a Surf Club that we all know or something downtown,” but also to “learn about places that we otherwise wouldn’t know,” Rosalyn says. They are also intended to give every Madison resident an opportunity to learn about the town’s history and understand the importance of keeping it vibrant and beautiful for future generations.

“We have a strong commitment to preserving this community as a legacy for our future.”

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Obituaries

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Obituary

Richard Timme Sr. Killingworth`

Richard “Dick” Valiant Timme Sr. (Feb. 11, 1943 – March 27, 2026), beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026. He was predeceased by his cherished parents, Benjamin and Sophie; and first wife, Claire. Dick's memory is carried on by his sons, Richard (Bettina), with granddaughters, Katerina and Annika; and Kevin, with grandchildren, Blair and Nolan. He is also survived by his brother, Benjamin (Donna); nephews, Ben and Charlie; sister, Joanna; nieces, Rebecca and Wesley; his wife, Susan; and his stepchildren, Jeneit, Justin, and Kara. Dick's legacy endures in the family he nurtured and the countless lives he touched.

own antique business not long after turning 30 years old. Based in Connecticut, Dick became a respected figure across the Connecticut shoreline and beyond, admired for his unwavering integrity and fairness.

Dick raised his family in Guilford, captivating his sons with tales of Army hijinks, the Oklahoma frontier, and the hustle and bustle of New York City. Dick always made time to cheer his sons on at their sporting events, from football to wrestling. He treasured fishing excursions, whether aboard party boats or along the Long Island Sound shore, finding joy in these moments of solitude or with friends.

Later in life, Dick and Susan became the center of gravity for their extended family, hosting celebrations, holidays, and vacations. Their home (and pool) was the site of milestone moments, where every summer and special occasion was marked by laughter and love at Pop-Pop and Nana's house.

Born in New York City, Dick moved to Tulsa, Okla., at age 10, where he embraced new challenges and formed lifelong bonds. As the eldest sibling, he became a steady protector and guiding presence, earning the lasting love of his brother and sister. He brought fun and energy to every family moment, whether babysitting, taking his siblings to the zoo to feed the ducks, or turning an ordinary car ride into an adventure by finding every bump in the road. He had a way of making his siblings feel included, welcomed, and proud to be by his side.

His entrepreneurial spirit led him to New England, where he launched his

Working alongside his son, Kevin, in their business for more than three decades was among Dick's greatest joys. To him, those years were far more than work—they were a daily gift of partnership, purpose, and the deep happiness of having Kevin by his side.

A memorial gathering was held on June 27 at Scotch Plains Tavern, 124 Westbrook Road, Essex. Dick's family warmly invites friends, colleagues, neighbors, and all who knew him to gather, share stories, and honor his memory over food and drinks. Please feel free to arrive at any time during the gathering and stay for as long as you're able.

LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF MADISON SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

The Board of Selectmen of the Town of Madison hereby gives notice that it will conduct a Special Town Meeting of the electors and citizens qualified to vote in town meetings of the Town of Madison, Connecticut, in the Neck River Elementary School, 180 Mungertown Road, on Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., for the following purpose:

a. To approve a special appropriation in the amount of $1,000,000 into the Major Roads Fund as per the 202627 Capital Improvement Program.

The Town of Madison does not discriminate on the basis of disability and the meeting facilities are ADA accessible. Individuals who need assistance are invited to make their needs known by contacting the Town at (203) 245-5644 “Telecommunication device for the deaf” (203) 245-5638 or by email to Debra Ferrante at ferranted@madisonct.org at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Alan J. Kaufman (26-0018)

The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated June 16, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Louis C. Mendez

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MADISON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Madison, CT

Notice is hereby given that the Board will hold a public hearing(s) on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room ‘A”, Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive, Madison CT 06443. This is a hybrid meeting and attendees may also join via Zoom webinar through either the webinar link or call-in information below.

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The following application(s) will be heard:

#26-6. 51 Taylor Avenue; Map: 24, Lot: 143; Zone: R-5; Owner/Applicant: Cathy Y. Szeto; Variance request to Section 3.6 d) to allow 1.14’ where 12’ is required; Section 3.8 to allow 869sf of coverage where 800sf is allowed, to construct a carport on the side of the house. Application includes a Coastal Site Plan.

Copies of these applications are available for inspection in the Land Use Office. Further details on how to participate in the webinar are posted on the Town of Madison website, www.madisonct.org. All written correspondence can be submitted to the Land Use Department via email to landuse@madisonct.org. Dial 203-245-5631 for assistance.

Dated this 22 day of June, 2026

Richard Gilbert, Chair

Members of the public are invited to

CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VIRTUAL PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING

State Project No. 0059-0170

Replacement of Bridge No. 04861 carrying Twin Bridge Road over Iron Stream in Guilford

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 7:00 p.m.

Attend & Learn More: portal.ct.gov/DOTGuilford0059-0170

The purpose of this meeting is to provide the community with an opportunity to learn about the proposed project and allow an open discussion of any views and comments concerning the proposed improvements. A Q&A session will immediately follow the presentation.

This project will improve the safety of the crossing for all roadway users by designing a replacement structure. Right-of-way impacts are not anticipated.

Construction is expected to start spring 2029, depending on funding, right-of-way acquisitions, and permits. The estimated cost is $5 million, with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.

The public can submit comments and questions during two-week public comment period following meeting. Direct comments and questions by Thursday, July 23, 2026, to DOT-FLBP@ct.gov, 860-594-2020, or Michelle Rame at Michelle.Rame@ct.gov or 860-594-3319.

ACCESSIBILITY

Non-English language closed captioning will be available on Zoom. The recording will also be posted following the meeting in CTDOT’s public meeting playlist at portal.ct.gov/ctdotVPIMarchive

For audio only, call 877-853-5257 with Meeting ID 843 5766 2147. Project information can be mailed within one week by contacting Michelle Rame at Michelle.Rame@ct.gov or 860-594-3319.

Individuals with hearing/speech disabilities can dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Request language assistance from CTDOT’s Language Assistance at 860-594-2109 at least five business days before meeting.

MADISON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Madison, CT

At a regular hybrid meeting held on June 18, 2026 the Madison Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action(s):

#26-19. 69 Soundview Avenue; Map:7, Lot:4: Zone: R-4; Owner/Applicant: Ray Pantalena; Application for Coastal Site Plan to construct a 2’-0” wide by 80’-5” long flood and erosion control structure (tiered retaining wall) to stabilize the existing upland and prevent erosion from wave overtopping. APPROVED W/ CONDITIONS

#25-28. Bushnell Lane; Map: 27, Lot: 87-3; Zone: R-2; Owner/Applicant: Linda H. Fast; Re-subdivision application to legalize division of property from 1957. EXTENSION TO FILE MYLAR GRANTED

By: Erin Mannix, Town Planner

LEGAL NOTICE

MADISON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Madison, CT

Notice is hereby given that the Commission will hold a public hearing(s) on Thursday, July 9, 2026 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room ‘A’, the James Madison Room, Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive, Madison CT 06443. This is a hybrid meeting and attendees may also join via Zoom webinar through either the webinar link or call-in information below.

www.zoom.us

Webinar ID: 915 8196 6735

Password: 452138 Or Call-in: 1 646 558 8656

The following application(s) will be heard:

#26-18. Text Amendment; Applicant: Madison Planning & Zoning Commission; Text Amendment to Article C - Definitions, and proposed Section 9.5 - Middle Housing, to address legislative changes pursuant to Special Session Public Act 25-1 (HB 8002).

Dated at Madison, Connecticut this 18th day of June, 2026

Carol Snow, Chair

TAX NOTICE-TOWN OF MADISON

Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town of Madison, that I have received the Tax Warrant to collect the annual Town tax on the Grand List of October 1, 2025. Real Estate and Personal Property taxes (for a business) in an amount over $50.00 are due and payable in two equal installments. The first installment is due July 1, 2026 and the second installment is due January 1, 2027. Motor Vehicle taxes are due in full July 1, 2026.

If any payment due July 1, 2026 is not paid or USPS postmarked on or before August 3, 2026, such tax becomes delinquent and subject to interest of 1 ½% per month or fraction thereof from the due date. Minimum interest $2.00.

Payment Information

• A secured “Tax Payment Drop” is located on the exterior wall of the Tax Collector’s Office, left hand side of the Main Entrance across from the Police Department. All payments dropped off after normal business hours will be credited the next business day. Deadline to pay in person without penalty is 4:30pm on August 3, 2026.

• To Pay by Mail: Make checks payable to Town of Madison, PO Box 587, Madison, CT 06443. We honor the USPS postmark. Payments postmarked on or before August 3, 2026 will be considered an on-time payment. Have your envelope hand-canceled at the US Post Office. Electronic bill pay services processed using your personal bank arrive via the US mail in an envelope bearing no postmark Please keep in mind if there is no postmark, timeliness depends solely upon our receipt of the payment.

• To pay by Credit, Debit or E-check visit www.madisonct.org/taxpayments or to pay by phone call 855857-3353. Convenience fees apply. We do not take credit or debit cards at the office.

Town Hall hours are Mon-Thurs 8:30-4:30, Fri 8:30-Noon. Visit www.madisonct.org for changes in hours. Failure to receive a tax bill does not invalidate the tax. If you did not receive a tax bill, please call the Tax Office at 203-245-5641 or visit www.madisonct.org/tax

Christina Consiglio, CCMC Tax Collector

Rugby Is a Great Sport

Story by Carol Andrecs

Young Rugby and his two siblings showed up at a home during the winter months, desperate for food and shelter, and the compassionate homeowners called Forgotten Felines for help. Rugby is only 2 years old, full of love and affection, and a real player. He loves to show off his athletic skills when playing with toys but warms up quickly to cuddling and attention. Rugby’s black fur is sleek and shiny, making him even more handsome and photogenic. Could you welcome this sweet boy into your home? Come meet Rugby at our open house or apply to adopt him online at www.forgottenfelinesct.org.

Find Your Match at Forgotten Felines

: Forgotten Felines holds an open house every Saturday from 11 a.m.-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

Nature-loving Volunteers Needed

The Friends of Hammonasset and the Meigs Point Nature Center, 1288 Boston Post Rd., Madison, are in need of volunteers to help preserve the integrity of Hammonasset’s natural resources. No experience is needed, and training will be provided. For more information, contact the Nature Center, 203-245-8743 or rangermpnc@gmail.com.

Hosting Parties

Commonwealth Senior Living makes it easy for residents to keep living life their way. Entertain friends in their apartment, come together for celebrations, or share chef-prepared meals in our dining room. e choice is theirs!

AND ZONING COMMISSION

Webinar ID: 915 8196 6735 Password: 452138 Or Call-in: 1 646 558 8656

The following application(s) will be heard:

#26-20 Text Amendment; Applicant: David S. Klein; Petition for Regulation Text Amendment to Section 4.1.35 to allow domestic-pet related services including training, grooming, day care, exercise and pet-socialization meet ups.

#26-24. 391 Durham Road; Map:72, Lot: 27, Zone: RU-1; Owner/Applicant: Klein Properties, LLC; Special Exception application pursuant to Section 4.1.35 to allow domestic-pet related services including training, grooming, day care, exercise and pet-socialization meet ups.

Dated at Madison, Connecticut this 15th day of June, 2026 Carol Snow, Chair

Photo by Genevieve Ray

Horoscopes Crossword

For the week of July 2 - July 8

ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

There is nothing that you cannot handle this week, Aries. Expect to juggle a lot at the same time, but somehow you make it look easy. A calm demeanor is a big asset.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

This week will be fairly quiet for you, Taurus. You are likely to connect with a task and dig down deep until it is completed. If someone tries to persuade you to take a break, you likely won’t.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

Many forces are working together to provide insight, Gemini. Take a step back and consider all of the variables in play. The solution may be simpler than you can imagine.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, there is no time for daydreaming right now. You will be tasked with managing multiple projects in the days head. Remain focused.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23

Are you getting pummeled by obstacles, Leo? It could be that you need to set aside more time to yourself to complete the tasks expected of you. You also may need to ask for help.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, an ability to communicate clearly is among your most notable assets. If you have thoughts about explaining your ideas to others, keep reinforcing your goals.

JULY 2

Lindsay Lohan, Actress (40)

JULY 3

Patrick Wilson, Actor (53)

JULY 4

Post Malone, Rapper (31)

JULY 5

Edie Falco, Actress (63)

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, your projects will take some time to set up. A patient approach will pay off as results begin to materialize. Your ability to multi-task will drive you forward.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

Life isn’t an individual sport, Scorpio. You don’t have to do everything alone. Interact with others as much as you can this week.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, when a person has found his or her path, naturally the desire is to start walking down it. You are eager to get started on something that has been on your mind.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, keep an open mind so you can discover new experiences. You don’t have to completely reinvent yourself, but make a concerted effort to be open to new ideas.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18

The horizon is clear and you have all of the information you need to navigate what life is throwing at you right now, Aquarius. Keep the faith that you are on the right path.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, share your experiences and feelings with someone close to you. Let your feelings out and express your gratitude to the person who lends a listening ear.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

JULY 6

Kevin Hart, Comic (47)

JULY 7

Jack Whitehall, Actor (38)

JULY 8

Maya Hawke, Actress (28)

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Word Search

Find the words hidden vertically, horizontally, and diagonally throughout the puzzle.

DAY AT THE PARK WORD SEARCH

BENCHES BIKING COMMUNITY FITNESS FLOWERS GARDEN GRASS HIKING LEISURE NATURE

PARK PATHWAYS PICNIC PLAYGROUND RELAXATION

SOCIAL SPORTS SUNLIGHT SWINGS

TRAIL

TREES WELLNESS

WILDLIFE

YOUTH

Word Scramble

Word Scramble solution for June 25, 2026: REWARD

Word Search solution for June 25, 2026

Valley Courier

Hand Seniors Set Championship Culture

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

The Daniel Hand girls lacrosse team’s state championship season will go down as one of the most memorable for head coach Lindsay Carroll. Not only did she earn Southern Connecticut Conference Coach of the Year honors and coach the conference Player of the Year, but she also shared the experience with a senior class that made the season special.

After losing the state championship last season, the senior class set out to finish the job. The players dubbed the season the “Revenge Tour” and maintained their focus on that goal throughout the year.

Carroll said a key moment in the season came with the Tigers’ loss to Cheshire in the SCC championship. She said the team used the defeat as an opportunity to refocus before the state tournament.

“That loss to Cheshire, they just outplayed us that day,” Carroll said. “There was definitely a refocus after the SCC championship and we switched gears immediately and just set our sights on winning that state championship.”

She said the Tigers were prepared when it came time to face SCC rival Branford in the state championship.

“We knew that Branford brought a lot of talent. They’re always a challenging opponent,” Carroll said. “We had to make a few adjustments in the first quarter, and then we really kind of pulled through. We had a great halftime and put some pieces together, and the girls came out really strong in the second half and really solidified the win.”

The top-seeded Tigers defeated the second-seeded Branford Hornets, 14-7, to earn the program’s first state championship. Hand had reached the title game in 2011, 2015, 2018 and 2025 but had been unable to secure a championship until this season.

Carroll said the group put in the work and refused to dwell on last season’s loss. Instead, the Tigers used it as motivation. She said the team showed resilience and determination throughout the year to achieve its goal.

“From the beginning of the preseason, these girls deemed this season our revenge tour. Our loss in the state championship

last year really hit us hard, but we had time to process and the girls knew how much talent they had within the team,” Carroll said. “They really, especially our senior class, just really wanted this more than anything. They put the work in, they were very dedicated from day one, and they just grinded and got better every day.”

The Tigers will graduate a talented senior class that includes several players who will continue their careers at the Division I level, including Vanderbilt, Hofstra, Fairfield and Lafayette.

Carroll said she will remember this season and this senior class for its unique bond, unmatched work ethic and commitment to one another throughout the year.

“They’ve been playing together since grade school, so the bond that they have is really like no other class of girls that I’ve coached before,” Carroll said. “They love each other and they played with love in their heart. They play for each other and they set the tone for the whole team. That was really important with our culture within the team this year.”

Photo by Wesley Bunnell/The Source

Daniel Hand goalkeeper Ava Bonalsky (35) makes a save during the Tigers' 14-7 victory over Branford in the CIAC Class M girls lacrosse championship game. The win secured the program's first state title.

Rockies Cut the White Sox First Place Lead by Two with a 4-2 Win

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

The weather was ideal as four of the top five teams faced each other. Overall scoring dipped this week to a team average of 258 points, down from last week’s 262. The only division to improve its scoring was A Division, where players averaged 112 points, up from 108 last week. Additionally, only nine players recorded a season best in one of the league’s six statistical categories.

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the White Sox’s first-place lead with a 4-2 win; the Braves held onto second place with a 4-2 victory over the Giants; the Cards stopped the surging Cubs, 5-1; the Pirates came within a point of sweeping the Yankees with a 5 1/2-1/2 win; the Red Sox defeated the struggling Marlins, 5-1; and the Dodgers topped the Rangers, 5-1.

Over the past five weeks, Bob Cifaldi’s Cubs have been the league’s highest-scoring team, but they faced the Cards’ highscoring duo of Kris Toohey and Todd Nuhn. Cifaldi has climbed from last to sixth in scoring over the past four weeks, Toohey ranks second and Nuhn leads B Division. The match proved to be the highest-scoring of the night. Toohey’s double in the final box of game one, combined with the handicap, gave the Cards the win. Toohey and Nuhn combined for 75 points, the night’s high game, to win game two. After the Cubs dropped game three, Cifaldi’s 42 points carried them to victory in game four. Toohey outdueled Cifaldi, 46-41, to win game five, and the Cards again used the handicap to capture the finale. Cifaldi’s 142-point series and Toohey’s 137-point series ranked second and third in A Division, while Nuhn’s 111-point series led B Division. The Cards scored 282 points to the Cubs’ 281 as the Cubs slipped to fifth place.

Sue Pollard’s Rockies looked to top 300 points again as they faced Brady Miller’s first-place White Sox. Keith Toohey substituted for Anthony Malerba.

also recording the fewest open boxes (18), compared with the league average of 33.

White Sox player Kyle Wilson posted a season-best 27 points in game one, and for the fourth time this season his ringer in the final

box delivered the victory. His 22 points in game three proved to be the difference as teammate Bob Beckwith edged Rockies player Warren Bellows, 29-28. Pollard’s

36 points led the Rockies to a double-digit win in game two before they captured the final three games. Every victory came down to the last box: Pollard

scored four points in game four; Bellows threw a double on his final toss in game five; and in the finale, Bellows’ ringer, coupled with the handicap, secured the

The combination of A and B Division players on the Dodgers and Rangers was expected to

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Photo courtesy of Joseph Heery

Bill Beckwith is the A player for the Red Sox and the No.5 scorer in the league and has made the weeks top three scores three times this year.

Rockies Cut the White Sox First

have both teams in playoff contention, but each has struggled. Jeremy Davis and Hunter Beckwith of the Dodgers have been battling to stay out of last place, while Peter Furmonavicius and John Durinick of the Rangers have hovered around .500. Furmonavicius’ four points in the final box of game one gave the Rangers their lone victory. Davis followed with nine consecutive ringers to win game two. Ralph Sampson helped spark the Dodgers to victories in three of the final four games. His personal-best 85-point series led C Division. Davis and Beckwith outscored Furmonavicius and Durinick, 195-185.

Bill Beckwith’s Red Sox are battling the Dodgers to stay out of last place. John Hutra’s Marlins have been on the same roller coaster as the Rangers.

The Red Sox won the first three games. Beckwith’s 37 points in game one led to a 20-point victory. With no handicap in game two, the Red Sox won by three points before using a seven-point handicap to claim game three by two. Beckwith and Hutra matched scores in game four, but Leif Selander’s points gave the Marlins their lone win. After taking game five, the Red Sox again relied on the handicap to win the finale. Despite the 5-1 victory, the Red Sox remained in last place.

Over the past four weeks, Mike Zanelli Jr.’s Orioles have gone 15-9. During the same span, Tony Cutone’s Angels are 1113 and were looking to close the gap.

The matchup between Zanelli and Cutone did not disappoint. Zanelli’s 34and 32-point games led to double-digit victories in the first two contests as he built a 66-55 advantage over Cutone. Games three and six between the B/C Division players were played without a handicap. Andy Turshen led the Orioles to their third double-digit win. Cutone responded with

31 and 34 points in two Angels victories, outscoring Zanelli 120-115 overall and moving into third place in the A Division standings. Ted Dubay’s 26 points in the finale secured the Orioles’ fourth win.

Once again, John Sciacca’s D’backs did not play in a match with a handicap greater than four points. Leaguewide, there were 26 games featuring handicaps larger than four points. Against Sheryl Serviss’ Tigers, the maximum handicap was three points.

“I prefer these low-handicap games,” Sciacca said.

Frank Durinick substituted for D’backs player Butch Carotenuto, while the matchup between Sciacca and Serviss was another one to watch. The D’backs won the first four games. After two contests, Sciacca held a 56-54 edge over Serviss. Durinick’s 28- and 30-point games without an open box proved key in games two and three, and Sciacca defeated Serviss, 25-20, in game four. Serviss answered with a 3529 win in game five, but Sciacca claimed the head-to-head matchup, 110-109. The Tigers won the final two games by double digits.

Mark Goodale’s Mets looked to take advantage of the handicap in four of six games against Chip Goodrich’s Reds. Bill Lamb substituted for Harvey Strausser.

The Reds used their six-point handicap to earn a tie in game one. Goodrich and Joe Heery combined for 60 points in a doubledigit win in game two, and Heery’s 26 points lifted the Reds in game three. Goodale’s 36 points led the Mets in game four. Goodrich and Heery each scored 26 points as the Mets were unable to capitalize on the handicap in game five. Deb Scully’s second 22-point game of the night led the Mets to a victory in the finale. Heery’s 109point series ranked second in B Division, while Scully finished third in C Division with a season-best 75-point series.

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Beyond the Ferry: Discovering Fishers Island

By Steve Fagin

While strolling on a grass-lined path along the western tip of Fishers Island the other day, fellow hikers and I savored views of a sparkling Atlantic Ocean, Race Rock Light, Great Gull and Little Gull islands, and Long Island’s Orient Point.

“Beautiful!” Steve Finton exclaimed. He joined Ben Gardner, Maggie Jones, Andy Lynn, Dorothy Piszczek and me on a loop of the Silver Eel-Race Point Coastal Trail, led by Pierce Rafferty, director of the island’s Henry L. Ferguson Museum.

The trail, which passes through Janet Harvey Sanctuary, not far from the New London ferry landing, also brings hikers next to cavernous gun emplacements once part of historic Fort H.G. Wright. This former military installation, built in 1890, was abandoned in 1949.

The coastal trail and nearby museum are located on the west side of the island, which is open to the public.

Using permits provided by Pierce to bypass a gatehouse at the border of Fishers’ eastern section, we also were able to hike on the Island Pond Trail and visit other attractions that normally are accessible only to residents and their guests.

“Unlike Block Island, which does everything it can to attract tourists, Fishers Island doesn’t want the outside pouring in,” Pierce said.

He noted that restricting visitors not

early-morning paddle in bright sunshine, light breezes and millpond-flat seas.

After we stashed our boats in West Harbor, Pierce, Maggie and Steve picked us up in two cars, and we drove to the Betty Matthiessen Wildlife Sanctuary on the east side of Fishers, just past a golf driving range.

The Island Pond Trail, lined with ferns, bayberry, blueberry, azalea, sumac and other native plants, meanders through a peninsula that juts into a nearly half-acre body of water. As the trail guide notes, this pond had been fresh water before storm surge from the Hurricane of 1938 washed over a barrier beach and turned it brackish, allowing softshell clams and oysters to live there.

only ensures privacy for a population that swells from about 400 year-round residents to more than 2,000 in summer, it also protects Fishers Island’s exceptional nature preserves. The museum’s Land Trust manages some 400 acres of wildlife sanctuaries, amounting to about 15% of the island’s total land area.

Maggie, who helped arrange our visit, said the island features “incredible natural diversity.” She had been invited to

Fishers often when serving as executive director of Mystic’s Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Now the center’s director emeritus, Maggie recently spent time upgrading the island’s trail guide and helping improve informational signs that are posted throughout the sanctuaries. Maggie and Steve reached the island by ferry, while Dorothy, Ben, Andy and I kayaked about 3 miles from Noank’s Esker Point Beach. It was a glorious,

When our group reached the edge of the pond, we watched a boat head out with a crew from the Fishers Island Oyster Farm, a family-run business founded in 1981 by Sarah and Steve Malinowski. The oyster season has ended; from October through April or May, the company ships oysters to about 50 restaurants and seafood markets throughout the East Coast, including half a dozen in Mystic and Waterford. Locals now often refer to Island Pond as Oyster Pond.

The 8-acre wildlife sanctuary was donated to the Land Trust in memory of Elizabeth C. Matthiessen by her husband, Erard A. Matthiessen, and their son,

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Photo by Steve Fagin

Like this strip of sand facing Connecticut on the north shore of Fishers Island, all beaches are open to the public within the mean high-water mark. Access from private land, though, can be restricted.

A boat carries a crew at Fishers Island Oyster Farm, a family-run business founded in 1981 by Sarah and Steve Malinowski.

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Photo by Steve Fagin

Kayakers paddle out of Noank’s Palmer Cove on their way to a hiking excursion on Fishers Island.

Beyond the Ferry: Discovering Fishers Island

Continued from page 24

Peter Matthiessen, the late novelist, naturalist, and wilderness writer.

Peter Matthiessen, the only writer to have won a National Book Award in both nonfiction, for “The Snow Leopard,” in 1979, and fiction, for “Shadow Country,” in 2008, is among a long list of notables who have lived or summered on Fishers Island, including members of the duPont, Firestone, Rockefeller and Whitney families.

We drove past the Fishers Island Club, which boasts having one of the nation’s top 10 golf courses, and is known as “The Big Club,” to distinguish it from the Hay Harbor Club on the island’s west side.

Pierce arranged for us to have our lunches on the sprawling deck of one of Fishers Island’s most spectacular waterfront mansions. While we munched sandwiches and basked in the sun, Pierce, an author, historian and first-class raconteur, regaled us with tales of celebrities who have visited the island, including George Harrison and the entire Monty Python troupe.

Pierce had a brief career as a filmmaker — he; his brother, Kevin; and Jayne Loader directed “The Atomic Café,” a 1982 documentary about how the government sought to ease concerns about nuclear weapons during the Cold War. Although not shown widely in theaters, the movie became a cult classic, and in 2016 was chosen by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Film Registry.

After lunch, we drove to Isabella Beach, on Fishers’ south shore, where a handful of islanders stretched out in the sand and waded in gentle waves. From a steep bluff overlooking the beach, we were able to see Block Island, which lies about 20 miles southeast. If you were to continue sailing in that direction, you wouldn’t hit land for another 3,200 miles to Portugal.

From Isabella Beach, we drove back to the public section on the west side of the island, passing a well-kept neighborhood that includes subsidized housing provided by the Walsh Park Benevolent Corp. The nonprofit organization, formed in 1987, reports that about 60 residents take advantage of the program.

Pierce noted that the island was more heavily developed and tourist-friendly a century ago, when there were three grand hotels, a smaller hotel and a boarding house that together could accommodate 400 guests. Today, The Pequot functions as the island’s only restaurant, but no longer operates as a hotel. In keeping with a penchant for privacy, there are no

overnight accommodations for visitors anywhere on Fishers Island.

Pierce noted that the stock market crash of 1929 stalled an extensive development project that had been planned for the island, enabling a land-preservation movement to take root.

The museum, which details the island’s history, dating back to its discovery by Dutch fur trader Adriaen Block in 1614, also highlights an array of natural and geographic exhibits and offers a full schedule of speakers and community events, all at no charge. It welcomes visitors. More information, visit fergusonmuseum.org.

We enjoyed touring the museum and its handsome grounds before heading back to Connecticut in late afternoon. The wind had picked up, and there were a few whitecaps on our return paddle, but we made it to Esker Point in less than an hour. A great trip, we all agreed.

Photo by Steve Fagin

A walkway and gazebo connect to the Henry L. Ferguson Museum on Fishers Island.

Photo by Steve Fagin

Silver Eel-Race Point Coastal Trail overlooks the Atlantic Ocean along the west shore of Fishers Island.

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THURSDAY, JULY 2

Colonial Kids

: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Presented by the Connecticut Museum. Features hands-on activities and reproduction objects exploring daily life for children in Colonial Connecticut, including clothing, school, chores, and toys. For children ages 4 to 9. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-5266039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Pick Your Project Glass Class

: 2 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com.

Patriotic Suncatchers

: 2:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Features a craft program using stickon gems to decorate patriotic-themed suncatchers. For children ages 4 and older. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Teen Crafternoon: Make Your Own Stickers

: 3 to

4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Participants will create stickers using parchment paper, packing tape, and other materials. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Unearth a Fossil

: 4:30 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Features a fossil workshop for children presented by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Part of the Unearth a Story summer reading program. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

Voices and Visions of the American Revolution

: 5:30

p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a screening reel based on The American Revolution, a documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, followed by a discussion. Free. Seating is limited. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

All-American Dessert Tween Cooking Class

: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Participants will make apple crumbles with homemade whipped cream. For ages 10 to 14. Presented by Food Explorers. For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

: 6 p.m.

Madison Beach Hotel, 94 West Wharf Rd. Community cookout on the hotel lawn and beach overlooking Madison's Independence Day fireworks celebration. Features summertime favorites, a beach bar, and live music from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled to begin during the 9 p.m. hour. Free admission; food and beverages available for purchase. Rain date: July 10. For info, contact 203-245-1404 or Marketing@DHGHotels.com, or visit eventvesta.com.

Shoreline Sailing Club Event

: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and older. Features information on sailing, boating, kayaking, hiking, and other club activities. Guests welcome. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

Willoughby Book Talk:

What We Can Know by Ian McEwan

7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Book: . Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

FRIDAY, JULY 3

Fourth of July Concert on the Green

: 6 p.m. Madison Green, 8 Meeting House Lane. Celebrates Independence Day, America’s 250th anniversary, and Madison’s 200th anniversary. Features a performance by the Lancraft Fife & Drum Corps at 6 p.m., followed by the Wallingford Symphony Orchestra at 7 p.m. under the direction of Maestro Philip Ventre, presenting “Echoes of Our Past in Spirit and Song.” Free. Reserved seating in front of the stage is available for sponsors. Bring chairs and a picnic dinner. Rain date: Sunday, July 5 at the same time. For info or sponsorship opportunities, visit madisonculturalarts.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 4

48th Annual Four on the Fourth Road Race

: 9 a.m.

Chester village. Presented by the Chester Rotary Club. USATF-sanctioned road race through the village of Chester. Timing by Super Race Systems. Team and individual awards will be presented. Fees $40 through July 4; $15 for children under 16. Proceeds benefit local charities and nonprofit organizations. For info or to register, visit runsignup.com (search “Chester Rotary Four on the Fourth”) or chesterrotary.org.

Family Friendly Fourth of July

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features flag decorating, a parade around the big barn, a flag-raising ceremony, blacksmith demonstrations, farm animals, museums, live music, and the weekly farmers market. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com.

Calendar for the Week of July 2, 2026

Madison Independence Day Parade

: 10 a.m. Begins at the Stop & Shop parking lot and proceeds through downtown Madison to the Surf Club. Hosted by the Madison Exchange Club. Celebrates Madison’s bicentennial and the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Town of Madison will serve as grand marshal. For info, visit madisonexchange.org.

Fourth of July Celebration

: Noon to 3 p.m. Downtown Essex and the Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Features a scavenger hunt, museum exhibits, a children's activity, the annual Independence Day Boat Parade at 2 p.m., and ceremonial cannon fire. Evening festivities continue at The Griswold Inn, 36 Main St., where members of the Essex Sailing Masters of 1812 will welcome patrons and music will be featured in the Tap Room. In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, Connecticut River Museum admission is discounted by $2.50. For info, call 860-767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.

Ringing of Bells by Town Green Churches

: 2 p.m. Guilford Town Green. Part of the America 250 Guilford celebration series. For info, contact tarutisj@guilfordct.gov.

SUNDAY, JULY 5

A Day in the Revolution at Pardee-Morris House

: Noon to 4 p.m. Pardee-Morris House, 325 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven. Features Revolutionary War reenactments by the 54th Regiment of Foot with musket drills, fife-anddrum music, colonial crafts, and games. Free. For info or weather updates, visit newhavenmuseum.org.

Free Concert in the Garden: From Colonies to Independence: Songs of America's Transition

: 3 to

4:30 p.m. Hart House Heritage Gardens, 350 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features songs and stories about life in the American colonies and early republic, performed by Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. For info, visit saybrookhistory.org.

Guilford Celebrates 250 Ceremony and Concert

MONDAY, JULY 6

Experiencing America Book Club

More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson

: 5 p.m. Guilford Town Green. Part of the America 250 Guilford celebration series. For info, contact tarutisj@guilfordct.gov. : 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: by Gardiner Harris. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

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Americana Cookout and Madison's Fireworks

Goodspeed, Ivoryton, Legacy and Yale Rep Among Local Theaters

Nominated for CT Critics Circle Awards

Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater

By Karen Isaacs

Columnist

CT Critics Awards

: The CT Critics Circle (I am a member) presented its awards for outstanding productions and performances during the 2025-26 season on Monday, June 22, at Hartford Stage. Goodspeed walked away with five awards: outstanding musical, director (Rob Ruggiero), choreography (Parker Esse and Baayork Lee), and featured actor (Diego Guevara) for , and outstanding actor (Ryan Mac) for

A Chorus Line All Shook Up

Aisle ON THE

Playhouse; outstanding featured actor in a play (Terrence Riggins) for at Long Wharf; and featured actress (Missy Dowse) for Fox on the Fairway at Music Theatre of Connecticut. The livestream of the ceremony is available at CtCritics.org.

July 26. The Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of how the Declaration of Independence was written and signed. While historically accurate, the show is “a lively, human, and often surprisingly funny look at the complicated people behind the founding of the United States.” For tickets, visit IvorytonPlayhouse.org.

Crazy for You

: Tickets are selling so fast for Goodspeed’s summer production of that nine additional performances have been added: Thursday, July 9, at 2 p.m.; Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, Aug. 13, at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 14, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 15, at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 16, at 2 p.m. Contact Goodspeed.org for tickets.

Death of a Salesman Oedipus Fallen Angels

Death of a Salesman Rope

Waitress Dear Evan Hansen Circus Fire

All Is Calm

Rhinoceros

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill

Hartford Stage received three awards — outstanding lighting for and outstanding costumes and direction (Melia Bensussen) for . ACT of CT also earned three awards: outstanding actress (Abigail Sparrow) and featured actress (Shaylen Harger) for , and outstanding projections for . The outstanding ensemble award went to at TheaterWorks Hartford; outstanding play to at Playhouse on Park; outstanding actor in a play (Reg Rogers) for at Yale Rep; outstanding actress in a play (Christina Acosta Robinson) for at Ivoryton

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: Donna Lynn Hilton, longtime Goodspeed line producer and now artistic director, received the Tom Killen Award for outstanding contributions to Connecticut theater. She has overseen the development of new works, the establishment of a program to commission musicals, and the Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove.

: The critics presented James Bundy, who is retiring as dean of the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale and artistic director of Yale Rep, with a special award. Rebecka Jones and Noble Shropshire also received special awards. They have appeared in every production of Hartford Stage’s A Christmas Carol since its inaugural year.

Celebrating Our Birthday

: Ivoryton is celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday with a production of through Sunday,

1776

Monday Funday for Teens: Make Your Own Slime

: 3 to

4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Participants will make slime with optional decorative additions. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Pop-In Storytime with Teachers

: 4 to 4:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features stories with a surprise guest teacher from Jerome Harrison School or Totoket Valley Elementary School. For info, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

MONDAY, JULY 6 THROUGH THURSDAY, JULY 9

Community Service Camp: Grades 7 to 12

: 9 a.m. to noon, Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program includes a food drive, assist-

Awaiting the Surprise

: ACT of CT in Ridgefield has announced its first two shows of its 2026-27 season and hinted that the final show (from May 20 to June 20) will be “one of the most epic and beloved musicals ever written.” (I have thoughts about what it may be.) The season will open with from Oct. 22 to Nov. 22, followed by from Feb. 4 to March 7. For more information about the shows and ticket packages, visit ACTofCT.org.

Thoughts on the Tony Awards

Some of my picks won — John Lithgow, Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Lesley Manville, and — while others lost. I have to admit I was surprised that won best musical; I wanted

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Avenue Q Ragtime Schmigadoon!

Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New

ing local community partners, and meal preparation at the Estuary. $35 residents; $40 non-residents. Registration required. For info, visit osyfs.org.

MONDAY, JULY 6 THROUGH FRIDAY, JULY 10

Girls Enrichment Program

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

TUESDAY, JULY 7

Junior Strings

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

to win, but thought would. Since I was not impressed by the production of , I would not have voted for director Joe Mantello nor Laurie Metcalf as featured actress. I thought the best revival of a play should have gone to the brilliant production of or the equally good production of . :

Multiple Nominations, No Tonys

Two shows that received a total of 17 nominations did not receive any Tony Awards. One was my favorite musical of the year, ; the other was . Also getting shut out despite multiple nominations were Joe Turner’s , , , , , and the play . Some of these are limited runs, while others may be closing.

Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York The Rocky Horror Show Come and Gone Every Brilliant Thing Titanique Chess Cats: The Jellicle Ball The Balusters

What’s Playing in Connecticut

Sweeney Todd

Swingtime Canteen Crazy for You

: at Hartford Stage (a co-production with TheaterWorks) through July 5; at Sharon Playhouse through July 5; at Goodspeed through Aug. 16; and 1776 at Ivoryton through July 26. York The Lost Boys

Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident.

To check out her reviews for New York and Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word press.com. She’s a member of the Connecticut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Circle, Connecticut Theatre Women’s Network, and the American Theatre Critics Association.

Pick Your Project Glass Class

: 2 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com.

How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are with Mark Wolynn

: 2 p.m. Virtual program hosted by Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features author Mark Wolynn discussing his book, , and the impact of inherited family trauma. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Virtual Author Talk with Mark Wolynn It Didn't Start with You It Didn’t Start With You The Official It Didn’t Start With You Workbook

: 2 p.m. Online. Book: and . Features a discussion with author Mark Wolynn on inherited family trauma and its effects across generations. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

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Gem of the Ocean

Tom Killen Award

Special Awards

Page Turners

Nymph bySofiaMontrone

Every other week, we invite local booksellers to submit suggestions for the best books on shelves now—it’s all part of our mission to keep our readers informed, up-to-date, and entertained. View previous Page Turners at www.zip06.com/pageturners.

Sublimation byIsabelJ.Kim

Call Me by Your Name

This book is a great summer read! To put it simply, it’s like a sapphic , but it’s also so much more. Taking place in Italy, the novel follows Leo as she works at her grandmother’s hotel and comes of age. The story is interspersed with tales of Odysseus and the Trojan War to bolster its themes of family and relationships.

— Marisa, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

My love for this novel is difficult to put into words. Isabel J. Kim dabbles in a little bit of everything as she spins an elaborate tale of corporate espionage and (inter)interpersonal drama with four distinct characters... or are they two... or three? Find out in this alternate reality, where crossing a border might split you in two, and experience the horrifying ordeal of being known. And unknown. And known again.

— Josh, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

— Heather, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison Heather byCaitlinMullen

SomeoneElse'sHusband byKimberlyMcCreight

With generations of women circling the same small-town mystery, readers of all ages will find something to relate to in this thoughtful, well-developed story. Great for fans of Tara French and Paula Hawkins.

Hoping that her dark past is behind her, Frankie Callahan makes the lifealtering decision to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, having no idea that she will be the only woman joining a group of four longtime college friends—or that she will fall recklessly in love. Told from multiple points of view, this is a thriller that will keep you guessing!

— Marilyn, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Page Turners

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EnchantedCreatures byNatalieLawrence

On the walls of caves, some 25,000 years ago, people not so different from us painted images of their world, including monstrous creatures that did not exist. It seems that enchanted creatures, from Grendel to Godzilla, are a part of being human. Natalie Lawrence makes an enchanting case that these creatures have a lot to tell us about ourselves. As she so eloquently says, “...we still enjoy seeing impossible things. We delight in feeling like the world might be filled with wonders and magic. It might be that we need other kinds of truth, beyond the scientific, to fully experience the world around us.”

— Andrew, Breakwater Books, Guilford

BratSummer byKatieVernon

Follow along as Weenie gives you great ideas for fun summer activities. This is a great summer read to inspire you and remind you to enjoy the season!

— Marisa, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

SocialAnimals byCamillePerri

Overbearing husband Silas is feeling insecure and hires a private investigator to dig into his wife June’s personal life. Enter Val and her new rescue dog, Cash, into the dog park that’s run like the PTA at a private school, where June and other snobbish, wealthy moms make a show of spoiling their dogs and outdoing one another. Val is quickly accepted alongside another dogless newcomer, Alex, whom June can’t help but take pity on. Will anyone see through the slobber, zoomies and muddy paws to wonder about the convenient arrival of these two new women? Could they share a shady history or nefarious intentions? And will there be enough money to renovate the dog park?

— Mel, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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S.T.E.A.M. Lab

: 3:15 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities for rising firstthrough sixthgrade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Plant the Seed Learning Series: Pet Care 101

: 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a pet care workshop presented by the Connecticut Humane Society for children ages 8 to 12. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Wacky Wildlife: Killer Whales

: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features information about killer whales and a related craft activity. For children ages 6 to 11. For info or to register (required), call 203-3156020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Medium: Patricia Griffin

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a presentation by evidential medium Patricia Griffin. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Trivia Night

: 6:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features an evening of trivia. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Chester Hose Co. Auxiliary Open Meeting

: 7 p.m. Chester Hose Company Firehouse, 6 High St. Learn about the Chester Hose Co. Auxiliary and opportunities to support local emergency personnel and community events. Membership is open to men and women interested in volunteering. For info, contact Charlene Janecek at 860-575-0063 or c.janecek@aol.com.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 8

Boys Group

: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. For boys entering grades 7 and 8. Includes off-site trips and activities. $60. Registration required. For info, email adam.stahr@oldsaybrookct.gov.

East River Loop Trail Walk

: 9:30 a.m. Meet at the parking lot at 45 Sullivan Dr., Guilford. Features an easy onehour walk through open fields, forested areas, and rolling terrain led by a volunteer from the Guilford Land Trust. Hosted by Shoreline Village CT. Rain cancels in the event of a torrential downpour. For info, visit ShorelineVillageCT.org.

Federalist Fathers and Republican Mothers: The Fashions of John and Abigail Adams

: 5:30 p.m. Virtual program hosted by Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features an illustrated lecture by textile expert Lynne Bassett on clothing and identity in early America. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Sea Chantey: Music of the Sea

: 5:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Presented by the Mystic Seaport Museum. Features sea chanteys, maritime music, and demonstrations of instruments used aboard ships, including the concertina, accordion, bones, and fiddle. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Calligraphy that Inspired a Nation: Learn to Write Like America's Founders

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Calligrapher Debby Reelitz will discuss the writing of the Declaration of Independence and lead participants in calligraphy activities using dip pens and ink. For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Songwriters in the Round

: 6 to 8 p.m. Guilford Yacht Club, 379 Whitfield St. Features performances by Eddie Seville, Marc Douglas Berardo, and Frank Critelli. Free for residents of Guilford, Madison, Branford, North Branford, and Killingworth and their guests. For adults 21 and older. BYOB. Rain location: Guilford Yacht Club ballroom. For info, contact 203-738-9124 or billrowen@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 9

Guilford Food Bank Outdoor Clean-Up

: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Guilford Food Bank, 45 Stone House Ln. Volunteers will assist with cleanup of the food bank's outdoor areas as part of United Way of Greater New Haven's Week of Action. For info, visit uwgnh.org.

Afternoon Fiction Book Club

Author Talk with Christopher Shaw Myers on Actor Robert Shaw

: 2 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features author Christopher Shaw Myers discussing his book, . For adults and teens. For info or to register (required), call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Teen Crafternoon: Make Your Own Zine

SATURDAY, JULY 11

Holiday Craft Sale

: 1 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Book: by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

My Dear Hamilton

Movie Matinee

Summer Movie Nite

: 3 to 4 p.m.

Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Participants will learn how to create a small self-published magazine. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a screening in the Buel Room. For movie information, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Features family movie screenings with popcorn. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Summer Nights @ APL: Our Founding Mothers with Storyteller Monica Peterson

Opening Night for

FRIDAY,

JULY 10

Jurassic Classroom

: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Essex Green. Hosted by First Baptist Church in Essex. Features handcrafted holiday items and gifts for sale. For info, call 860-7678623.

Perennial Plant Sale:

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, 811 E. Main St., Branford. Features perennial plants including daylilies, hydrangeas, yarrow, Shasta daisies, hostas, stokesia, and other varieties. For info, call 203-488-0549.

Vintage Treasures Antique and Classic Boat Show

: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Hosted by the Southern New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society. Features antique and classic wooden and fiberglass boats, including mahogany runabouts from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, displayed both in the water and on land. Free admission. For info, call 860-767-8269.

Birds Are Dinosaurs!

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features stories of Sybil Ludington and two sisters who helped defend their New England town during the War of 1812. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

: 10 to 11 a.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Presented by Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Features live bird ambassadors and hands-on activities exploring the connection between birds and dinosaurs. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Blessing of the Fleet

Food Group: The Big Cheese

Robert Shaw: An Actor's Life on the Set of Jaws and Beyond The Big Cheese

: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, Aug. 2. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St., Deep River. Features a mobile dinosaur fossil exhibit with specimens on display and an educator available to answer questions. Free. For info, call 860526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Opening Reception for Jaws

The Wizard of Oz Painted Passage

: 11 a.m. Stony Creek Beach, Thimble Island Road, Branford. Features a parade of watercraft receiving a blessing from local clergy and live music by the Stony Creek Fife and Drum Corps. Sponsored by Stony Creek Congregational Church, Thimble Island Sailing Club, and The Stony Creek Association. For info, contact 203-488-7827 or office@stonycreekchurchct.org.

The Music of Horace Silver with The Russ Becker & Stephen Roane Duo

: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a story and snack-making program inspired by Jory John's . For children ages 4 to 12. Children ages 4 to 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

: 4 to 8 p.m. Artevistica Gallery, 191 Middlesex Turnpike, Essex. Features paintings and sculpture by Essex artist Rick Silberberg. The exhibition runs through July. For info, call 860680-7528 or visit ricksilberberg.com.

Outcasts & Innocents: The Musical World of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears

: 7 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Madison Lyric Stage presents a semi-staged celebration of composer Benjamin Britten and tenor Peter Pears featuring excerpts from Peter Grimes, Billy Budd, The Turn of the Screw, War Requiem, and other works. Tickets: $40. For info or tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.

: 2 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features a program on the history of Connecticut native, jazz composer, pianist, and band leader Horace Silver, presented by musicians Russ Becker and Stephen Roane. Sponsored by the John Loeb Lecture Fund. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Fireworks and Concert

: 6 p.m. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Part of the America 250 Guilford celebration series. For info, contact tarutisj@guilfordct.gov.

A Night of Art, Harmony and Hope

: 6 to 10 p.m. St. George Church Hall, 33 Whitfield St. Benefit event supporting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Jimmy Fund in memory of Sarah Elizabeth Montgomery. Features artwork by local artists, live painting demonstrations, a live auction, music by Take 3 Trio, wine and beer, and appetizers and desserts by Cilantro’s. Proceeds benefit BPDCN cancer research led by Dr. Andrew Lane. Tickets: $75. For info or tickets, contact 203-641-3590 or jomontgomeryemail@gmail.com, or visit charity.pledgeit.org/c/qccpub9403.

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Isaac Toups’ Bacon Vinaigrette Dresses Up Grilled Vegetables

By Isaac Toups

Want to make your vegetables taste better and have your friends love you? Char the hell out of some on the grill and then toss them in a bacon vinaigrette, using this recipe from my cookbook “Chasing the Gator: Isaac Toups and the New Cajun Cooking.”

These are vegetables so unhealthy a Cajun might actually eat them.

You can do this dish year-round with whatever is in season: eggplant, zucchini, radishes, green beans, radicchio or others. If the vegetable is sliceable, slice it. If it’s broccoli or cauliflower, cut into quarter-size florets; if green beans, leave them whole.

Grilled Garden Vegetables With Bacon Vinaigrette

From the cookbook “Chasing the Gator,” by Isaac Toups and Jennifer V. Cole

Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

8 slices thick-cut bacon

5 cloves garlic, peeled

3 anchovy fillets

½ cup apple cider vinegar

½ cup canola oil

1 pound assorted vegetables, cut into ¼-inch slices

1½ teaspoons kosher salt

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the grill to high (about 500 F). Preheat the oven to 400 F.

Place the bacon slices on a rimmed baking sheet and cook in the oven for about 20 minutes, until the bacon is crispy. Remove the bacon and reserve the baking sheet with the rendered fat. Crumble the bacon and set aside. In a blender, combine the garlic, anchovies, and vinegar and put the lid on. Turn the blender on and slowly drizzle in the canola oil. This is never going to be a fully emulsified vinaigrette, so don’t fret if it looks like it’s breaking. Add the reserved bacon fat (about 1½ tablespoons, but if you have more from cooking your bacon, just toss it all in) and keep the blender buzzing for 5 seconds to combine all the ingredients. Keep warm. I like to put it in a metal container, like a mixing bowl, and keep it by the grill while I cook the vegetables. The vinaigrette doesn’t need to be hot, just not too cold because the bacon fat will congeal if you let it.

In a large bowl or on a rimmed baking sheet, toss the vegetables with the salt, pepper, pepper flakes, and olive oil. Place the vegetables on the hot grill in a single layer and cook on each side for about 2 minutes. They should char on the outside while keeping the crunch or snap of fresh crudités. They should be really crispy and charred, not all wimpy and overcooked; high heat is key here. Remove the vegetables from the grill and put in a nonreactive bowl.

Toss the grilled vegetables in the bacon vinaigrette. Top with the crumbled bacon. Serve.

Isaac Toups has four times been named a James Beard

Best Chef of the South semifinalist or finalist since opening Toups’ Meatery in New Orleans in 2012 with his wife, Amanda. He was named an Eater Young Gun of the South, Eater New Orleans’ Chef of the Year, and appears on “Top Chef.” He is a passionate advocate for the protection of America’s wetlands. Jennifer V. Cole spent nearly a decade at Southern Living magazine, where she served as deputy editor and wrote annual restaurant lists. Her writing appears in food and lifestyle publications. and Jennifer V. Cole. Copyright 2018 by Isaac Toups. Used with permission of Voracious, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company. New York, NY. All rights reserved.

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by Isaac Toups and Jennifer V. Cole.

Chasing the Gator

Grilled garden vegetables with bacon vinaigrette.

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Be On the Lookout: Native vs. Invasive Plants

: Noon to 1 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81, Killingworth. Kaleb of Wilder Gardens discusses native and invasive plants and their effects on local ecosystems. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 12

Opening Reception for the 77th Annual Summer Juried Exhibition

: 3 to 5 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Presented by the Clinton Art Society. Free and open to the public. Refreshments served. For info, email casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.

Outcasts & Innocents: The Musical World of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears

: 4 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Madison Lyric Stage presents a semi-staged celebration of the music of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears. Tickets: $40. For info or tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.

Jammin' by the Shore: Mid-Summer Beach Party

: 4 to 7 p.m. Madison Beach Hotel, 94 West Wharf Rd. Free beach party featuring live music by the Caribbean Vibes Steel Drum Band. Food and beverages available for purchase. For info or to register, visit eventvesta.com/ events/149044/t/tickets.

MONDAY, JULY 13

required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Open Mic Night

: 5:30 p.m. Henry on Main, 10 W. Main St., Clinton. Features poetry readings hosted by Clinton Poet Laureate Bethany Howard. Participants may read their own work or attend as audience members. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Pick Your Project Glass Class

: 6 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com.

Tuesday Trivia

: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Teams compete in a Jeopardy-style trivia contest. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Make-Your-Own-Sundae Event

: 6 to 8 p.m. St.

Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1382 Middletown Ave., Northford. Features ice cream sundaes with a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday. Cost: $5 per sundae. For info, call 203-710-7005.

Virtual Author Talk with Karin Slaughter

: 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, JULY 16

All About Axolotls

: 10:30 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Features a presentation on axolotls, including their history, care, and characteristics. Participants will have an opportunity to see a live axolotl from the Amphibian and Reptile Center. Recommended for ages 5 and older. For info or to register (required), call 860-5266039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Teen and Tween Pizza Scene

: 1 to 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features pizza, games, and activities for rising fifth- through 12thgrade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

The Hidden Cost of the American Dream and Healing Through Storytelling with Reyna Grande

: 2 p.m.

Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget

Online. Author Reyna Grande discusses her memoir, . Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Tinker and Take-It-Apart

Learn How to Use iPhones and iPads All About Sharks

: 1 p.m. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Seminar presented by Raymond Rose covering security and passwords, iCloud, artificial intelligence, YouTube, the App Store, the Health app, Settings, and ways to reduce cable TV costs. Participants are encouraged to bring an iPhone or iPad. Free. Registration requested; walk-ins welcome. To register, contact 860-388-1611, ext. 211 or programs@yourestuary.org.

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

TUESDAY, JULY 14

Junior Strings

Unearth a Story

: 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features fossil-themed stories and activities presented by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection for rising kindergarten through fourth-grade students. Sponsored by the Clinton Land Conservation Trust. Registration

We Are All Guilty Here The Secrets We Hide

Online. Books: and . Features a discussion with author Karin Slaughter about her North Falls series. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Small Towns and Big Secrets with Karin Slaughter

We Are All Guilty Here The Secrets We Hide

7 p.m. Online. Author Karin Slaughter discusses her North Falls series, including and . Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15

: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Hands-on engineering and problem-solving activities for ages 5 to 11. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Summer Nights @ APL: BubbleMania with Casey Carle

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a family program exploring giant bubbles, bubble art, and bubble science. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Shoreline Sailing Club Event

: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and older. Features a celebration of SAIL250 Boston and information on sailing, boating, kayaking, hiking, and other club activities. Guests welcome. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

Boys Group Imagination Station

: 3:15 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features openended arts and crafts activities for rising kindergarten through fourth-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

The Magic of Jeff Horton

: 5:30 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St., Chester. Features a family magic show by Jeff Horton. Free. For info or to register (required), contact 860-526-0018 or library@chesterct.org.

Family Paint Night

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Led by YA Librarian Brian Story. Paint supplies and light refreshments provided. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 17

Cool-ology

: 3 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features STEM experiments focused on American inventors for rising firstthrough fifth-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

The Other Side of Rio

: 5 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Annual scholarship fundraiser celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Brazilian and American Youth Cultural Exchange (BRAYCE). Features presentations by BRAYCE students from Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian music, appetizers, drinks, and live and silent auctions. Proceeds benefit BRAYCE scholarships and cultural exchange programs. For info or tickets, visit brayce.org.

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Exhibition Examines New Haven’s Fight for Freedom

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New Haven’s Unfinished Revolutions

, a new exhibition examining the city’s role in movements that have shaped and challenged the meaning of freedom throughout American history, is now on view at the New Haven Museum.

The exhibition opened July 1 with a reception and lecture by State Historian Andy Horowitz as the nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

The exhibition explores moments when freedoms were expanded or restricted in New Haven, using historical artifacts, photographs, multimedia presentations, and interactive displays to examine the city’s place in the nation’s democratic journey.

Among the exhibition’s interactive features is Voices of the Unfinished Revolu-

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tions, which presents first-person accounts recorded by actors from Collective Consciousness Theatre. The recordings draw from the experiences of soldiers and residents during the 1779 British raid on New Haven, petitions submitted by enslaved people citing their military service and natural rights, town records documenting the treatment of Loyalists, and other historical sources.

The exhibition begins with Native American sovereignty and self-governance before the founding of the United States and traces centuries of efforts to secure tribal sovereignty and land rights. It also explores labor history through oral histories of women union members active in the 1930s and educators involved in the 1975 teachers strike.

Original objects from the museum’s collection include George Henry Durrie’s painting of Judges Cave, where the regi-

cides hid after signing the death warrant of England’s King Charles I; a Revolutionary War cannon and powder horn; a fragment of a uniform worn by an American soldier imprisoned after the 1779 British raid; the portable dressing case of British officer Adjutant William Campbell; and a Fugio cent, the first official circulating coin of the United States, minted in New Haven by Abel Buell.

Floor-to-ceiling photographs throughout the gallery highlight events including a 1916 suffrage gathering outside the Winchester Repeating Arms Company and the 1969 “Free Our Sisters and Ourselves” demonstration organized by the Black Panther Party of Connecticut and N.E. Women’s Liberation. Additional sections examine the impact of urban renewal on the Hill neighborhood and New Haven’s continuing efforts to achieve educational equity.

“Ultimately, New Haven’s Unfinished Revolutions asks visitors to reflect on their own role in the ongoing question of what the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness means today,” New Haven Museum Executive Director Margaret Anne Tockarshewsky said. “By situating New Haven as a microcosm of the nation’s democratic journey, the project encourages audiences to consider how the humanities — history, ethics, and civic dialogue — can help us understand not only the past but our responsibilities in the present.”

The New Haven Museum is located at 114 Whitney Avenue. For information or to register for the opening reception, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhaven museum.org.

Tweens Magic: The Gathering :

: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Features instruction and game play for the trading card game. Recommended for ages 9 and older. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Opening Night for A Midsummer Night’s Dream

7:30 p.m. Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society, 297 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Madison Lyric Stage, led by Marc Deaton. Duration: Two hours with one intermission. Suitable for all audiences. The show runs through Sunday, July 26. Other showtimes available. For info and tickets, call 203-215-6329 or visit madisonlyricstage.org.

FRIDAY, JULY 17 THROUGH

SUNDAY, JULY 19

Guilford Art Center Craft Expo

: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guilford Green, 79 Whitfield St. Outdoor show featuring more than 170 artists, food vendors, live music, and family activities. Admission: $11 adults; $10 seniors; free for ages 16 and under, members, and active military. For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

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Photo by Joanna Steinberg

An immersive gallery explores New Haven's social and civil rights movements, including the 1969 "Free Our Sisters and Ourselves" demonstration organized by the Black Panther Party of Connecticut and N.E. Women's Liberation.

Artifacts from the New Haven Museum's collection anchor New Haven's Unfinished Revolutions, a new exhibition exploring the city's role in shaping the meaning of freedom throughout American history.

Release from the New Haven Museum

SATURDAY, JULY 18

Boat America Boating Safety Course:

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

How-To: Needle Felting

: 9 a.m. to noon. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Carole Pleines leads an introduction to needle felting. Materials fee: $10. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Pokémon Club

: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features Pokémon card games, activities, and trading. Cards will be available for use during the program. For children ages 6 to 11. Free. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Shakey: An Evening with Neil Young… Almost

: 2 to 4 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features musician Briz performing a Neil Young tribute show, with narratives about the songs and the artist's career. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 19

Escape Alive Self-Defense Class

: 1 to 5 p.m. Old Saybrook Parks and Recreation Gymnasium, 308 Main St. Free self-defense training for women and girls ages 12 and older. Presented by Jane Doe No More in partnership with East Coast Training Systems and hosted by Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-729-0245 or visit janedoenomore.org.

Shoreline Jazz Quartet: Celebrating the Music of Thelonious Monk and Bill Evans

: 2 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Features a performance by the Shoreline Jazz Quartet celebrating the music of Thelonious Monk and Bill Evans. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702.

MONDAY, JULY 20

Outdoor Fun: Grades 3 and 4

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

Art with Kristin

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

TUESDAY, JULY 21

Junior Strings Pick Your Project Glass Class

: 2 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com.

Tapping Into the Past: Tavern Life in Early Connecticut

: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Presented by the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Explores the role of taverns in early Connecticut communities. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22

Boys Group

The Importance of Connecticut to the Revolution

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

Karaoke: America 250 Event

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

The Turtle: David Bushnell’s Revolutionary Vessel

7 p.m. Westbrook Town Hall, 866 Boston Post Rd. Features a presentation by Frederick J. Frese and Roy R. Manstan on David Bushnell’s submarine, the Turtle. Frese and Manstan built, launched, and tested a full-size working replica of the vessel and are co-authors of . A question-andanswer session will follow at the Turtle model displayed in Town Hall. Hosted by the Westbrook Historical Society. For info, contact 860-399-7473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 23

Thrifting Thursdays Hamilton Hamilton Turtle: David Bushnell’s Revolutionary Vessel

: 9:30 a.m. to noon. Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program for students entering grades 7 to 12 exploring local thrift shops and cafes. Registration required. For info, contact 860-510-5050 or jessica.wood@oldsaybrookct.gov, or visit osyfs.org.

Painting With Carol Furbearers of Connecticut

: 10 to 11 a.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features stepby-step painting instruction for rising fourth- through seventh-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

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

Teen Crafternoon: Mending Workshop

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

The Wonders and Perils of Bird Migration

: 4:30 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Craig Repasz discusses bird migration, including migration routes, behaviors, challenges faced by migratory birds, and the importance of stopover sites. Repasz is co-chair of Lights Out Connecticut and president of the Friends of Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge. Hosted by the Westbrook Garden Club. For info, email westbrookgardenclubct@yahoo.com.

Summer Nights @ APL: Playful Engineers: Chain Reactions and Creative Contraptions

: 5:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features a hands-on workshop where participants build Rube Goldberg-style contraptions. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library. Free. For info or to register (suggested), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Summer Movie Nite

Craft and Board Game Night

: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features crafts and board games for all ages. For info or to register, email SMehmet@clintonct.gov.

Pick Your Project Glass Class

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: 6 p.m. RiverFire Glass, 500 Main St., Deep River. Create a fused-glass project. No experience necessary. For info or to register, email RiverFireGlass@gmail.com or visit riverfireglass.com.

A Career in Movies with Storyboard Artist Brick Mason

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features a discussion on working in the film industry with storyboard artist Brick Mason, including storyboard samples and a video presentation comparing original storyboards with finished films. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 x 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

‘Walking Each Other Home’ Opens at Guilford Art Center

carry, and the relationships that influence their lives.

Guilford Art Center Gallery, 411 Church Street, will present

Walking Each Other Home: Exploring Where We Belong, and How We Find It

, an exhibition featuring work by 78 artists from Connecticut, the surrounding region, and beyond.

The exhibition, inspired by the Ram Dass quote, “We’re all just walking each other home,” will be on view from through Saturday, Aug. 1. A closing reception will be held Saturday, Aug. 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

The exhibition invites artists to reflect on the many ways people experience and define home. Home can be a physical place — a house, a landscape, or a community — but it also can be something created through relationships, memories, care, and shared experiences. Through a variety of artistic perspectives, the exhibition explores how a sense of belonging is shaped by the places people inhabit, the histories they

“I’ve always been drawn to Ram Dass’ reflection that ‘we’re all just walking each other home,’” said Ashley Seneco, education coordinator at Guilford Art Center. “While the quote speaks to our shared journey through life and the inevitability of its ending, what resonates most with me is the idea that none of us makes the journey alone. We accompany one another at every degree of interaction, shaping each other’s sense of belonging along the way.

“I wanted this exhibition to leave room for every interpretation of home: as a place, an identity, or a relationship. My hope is that these works remind us that while every artist’s definition of home is unique, the desire to belong is something we all share.”

Gallery admission is free. Summer hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.

For information, visit Guilford ArtCenter.org.

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SATURDAY, JULY 25

How-To: Quilling

9 a.m. to noon. Killingworth Library, 274 Route 81. Features instruction in the art of paper quilling. Materials fee: $5. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Wings N' Strings Country Bluegrass Festival

: 3 to

8 p.m. Guilford Town Green, Guilford. Features live music by The Skunks, The Rock Hearts, Phil Rosenthal, and Hazzard County, along with food vendors, a beer garden, and family activities. Admission is free. Rain date is July 26. For info, visit guilfordparkrec.com.

Essex Village Walking Tour

: 5 p.m. Foot of Main Street, in front of the Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St. Features a guided walking tour led by EHS guide Brien Riedell exploring the maritime history of 18th-century Potapaug, Essex's working waterfront, shipbuilding prominence, and development as a visitor destination. Suggested donation: $10 per person. Free for active Essex Historical Society members. For info or to register, call 860-767-0681 or visit essexhistory.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 26

Car Wash Fundraiser for Eagle Scout Project

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

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.

JULY 27 THROUGH JULY 31

Girls Enrichment Program

TUESDAY, JULY 28

Junior Strings

Tea and Talk

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

Ranger Russ’s Animal Friends

: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features an educational live-animal program presented by Meigs Point Nature Center for rising kindergarten through sixth-grade students. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29

Boys Group

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22 Clear Lake Road

: Gabriel and Alisa M. Diglio to Wolfgang Keeney, $465,000 on June 11

15 County Road Garred and Gina Grate, $540,000 on June 9

: Nancy Seneco to

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16 Palanga Road

: Carol A. King to Anyssa Armstead, $555,000 on June 8

146 Village Street

: Lori J. Mangiulli and Monique J. Forsey to Phillip Mingione and Rebecca Daitz,

$460,000 on June 8

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27 Falcon Crest Drive

: John Winn and Carol Bacon to Hk Luxury Inc, $225,000 on June 11

16 Gilbert Hill Road

: Guy J. and Carol A. Paradise to Fac Holdings LLC, $255,000 on June 12

1603 Hartford Turnpike

: Estate of Ercole Casella and Nicola Casella to Hao Feng and Lu Zheng, $395,000 on

June 11

24 Norway Road

: Lisa B. Palmucci to Matthew Stofko, $385,000 on June 9

26 Old Orchard Road

: Anne H. Sweeney to Kyle Bowrin and Katuska J. Imperial, $1,245,000 on June 12

Pool Road

: Mao Chin Liu to David Miu, $320,000 on June 5

467 Quinnipiac Avenue

: John C. Odonoghue to Sabreena Saeed, $480,000 on June 4

6 Red Brick Lane

: Yuet Ho Wu and Edward Wu to David and Laura Donle, $411,000 on June 9

12 Stanton Road

: Anthony J. Golia to Nicholas Amodio, $489,000 on June 12

7 Van Rose Drive

: Alex R. Hodges and Ting Yi to Mercy Kibe, $490,000 on June 4

: Eric M. and

Carol Ann Zima to Lisa C Trager Real Estate Trust and Lisa C. Trager, $2,353,000 on June 12

: Lisa C Trager Real Estate Trust and Lisa C. Trager to Npn Realty LLC, $1,433,000 on June 11

76-A River Street W

: Maret E. Sternhardt to Michael Fosque, $565,000 on June 12

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: Robin K. Keating to William Totz and Karen Libeson, $365,000 on June 12

: John G. Mccall to Mary and James Sauvageau, $655,000 on June 8

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77 Silo Hill, Madison $1,300,000

Beautifully maintained custom home set on 4.12 private acres at the end of a cul-de-sac. This spacious home features a dedicated office with French doors, an elegant living room with soaring ceilings, and a well-appointed kitchen with granite countertops, center island, and pantry, open to the family room with wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs offers 4 bedrooms plus a private guest suite above the garage with full bath and separate staircase. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and luxurious bath. A finished lower level provides flexible space for recreation, fitness, or media. Enjoy the level backyard, stone patio, and room for a pool. A rare opportunity in one of Madison’s most desirable neighborhoods.

81 Strawberry Hill Road, Madison $1,975,000 Modern luxury meets sustainable living on over 2 private acres in a sought-after neighborhood. This brand-new contemporary home features an open-concept design with a stunning chef’s kitchen showcasing Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry, and quartzite countertops. The spacious great room is highlighted by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling fireplace. The main-level primary suite offers a stone fireplace, walk-in closet, and luxurious bath. The walkout lower level includes 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, flexible living spaces, and a half bath. This home features geothermal heating and cooling, a durable metal roof, and a two-car garage. Enjoy exceptional privacy just minutes from Madison’s village center, beautiful beaches, and I-95.

20 Forest Hills Drive, Madison $749,000

Picture-perfect English Cape circa 1935, rich in charm and classic architectural details. A welcoming center-hall foyer with graceful archways leads to the formal living room with fireplace and custom built-ins, and an elegant dining room. The sun-filled kitchen opens to a family room with access to a rear deck overlooking beautifully landscaped, private grounds. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and a hall bath, with potential for future expansion. A detached two-car garage includes a heated 350-square-foot studio/office, ideal for remote work, creative pursuits, or fitness. Set on a beautiful 1 acre property just 1.5 miles from downtown Madison and its beaches, this special home offers timeless character, privacy, and convenience.

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