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Madison & Killingworth Vol. XXXI Iss. 35

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State Awards Madison $43,694 for Special Education Staff Report

Madison will receive $43,694 in state funding to strengthen in-district special education services as part of the first round of grants awarded through Connecticut’s new High-Quality Special Education Incentive Grant Program. Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut Educa-

tion Commissioner Charlene M. RussellTucker announced Aug. 17 that 41 special education programs across the state will share $10.6 million through the competitive grant program. The program is intended to help local and regional boards of education build or expand in-district and regional special education services, with the goal of supporting students

with disabilities closer to home and reducing reliance on out-of-district placements. Madison’s $43,694 award is designated for programming costs. No capital improvement funding was included in the town’s award. State Senator Christine Cohen welcomed the funding, which also included $166,500 for

Kathryn Hart is ready to head back to school........................................2

See State Awards page 8

In Bloom Lewis Strauss, left, and Deirdre Prisco walk through the Madison Garden Club’s educational garden at Bauer Park on Aug. 22. Strauss and Prisco also maintain two honey bee hives at the park that help pollinate the garden and nearby fruits and vegetables.

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Scoring Surge Deep River Horseshoe League falls just two points shy of its single-night scoring record as the Giants hold first place.....................................11

Remembering the Revolution New research reveals the identities of Norwich’s long-mysterious French casualties........................19

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Kathryn Hart: A New Decade in Madison Schools By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

The publication of this article on Aug. 27 marks not just the first day of school for the 2026-2027 academic year in Madison, but also the 31st year of Kathryn Hart’s career with Madison Public Schools. Now in her fourth decade with the accomplished school system, Kathryn looks forward to another school year that once again “brings something new” to her as the principal of Walter C. Polson Middle School, since being involved in education is “one of the few professions where you get a fresh start every year.” The fresh start includes welcoming a new population of sixth graders whose growth Kathryn witnesses in multiple ways, as well as continuing to observe similar changes in returning seventh- and eighth-grade students. “Every September, it’s a new group of students coming in for sixth grade,” says Kathryn. “It’s also the seventh and eighth grade [who] will be coming back to us…watching them grow not

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of the Week just academically, but socially, emotionally, and seeing that growth over those three years is tremendous.” Working with children within the field of education is a role Kathryn always wanted to have. After relocating from Sheffield, England, to Hamden, Connecticut, in 1988, she followed her mother, who was also an educator, with a mindset of wanting to make an impact on students from the individual to group level. This now 30-year journey began as a classroom teacher at the now-closed J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School. Following this position was a role as math specialist at Jeffrey, then assistant principal at Brown Elementary School when it was a middle school, and now head of faculty at Polson, where she will oversee a student body

of more than 500 students this year. From a sociological perspective, being involved with that middle school student body provides an interesting tier within the school district for Kathryn to work. It’s a time when young teenagers are beginning to learn more about themselves as individuals, “what they’re passionate about” and “who they want to be as people,” says Kathryn. It’s a challenging era in a young person’s life to support, but it’s an important part of Kathryn’s role. “They’re not that little kid anymore, but they’re not ready to be as independent, and they’re in so many different places of growth and development. It’s about meeting each of them where they are and recognizing that,” she says. Kathryn notes that working proactively with children with special needs is another aspect of the role she cares deeply about. Her work in the area culminated in what is now the Kathryn Hart Fund, which, according See Kathryn Hart page 6

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Walter C. Polson Middle School Principal Kathryn Hart begins her 31st year with Madison Public Schools as students return for the 2026-2027 school year on Aug. 27.

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“I’ve been given so many different opportunities while I’ve been here. Whether it’s through the administration that has supported me - and I’ve gone through many different superintendents and assistant superintendents - but they’ve always given me chances to try different things.” — Kathryn Hart................... 2

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The Madison Board of Selectmen has decided to demolish Ryerson Elementary School and Town Campus Learning Center. There is also a plan in discussion to convert the closed Jeffery Elementary School to town offices. In 1990, Madison had six schools with 2,934 students. Student numbers increased to 3,837 in 2006, and then declined to 2,478 in 2020. Things have just reversed, and we are now increasing! Older longtime residents are moving out and selling to younger families with children. Soon we will be back to 3,000 students. This is not a good time to be closing schools. We now have only four schools. Madison is also in the first stages of creating

affordable housing, which could increase town population by about 10% or 1,700 people. These new young families will have children. In the next few years, the school population will be back to the 1990 level when we had six schools. We must keep Ryerson School. This beautiful Durham Road school campus with over 50 acres is important to Madison. Keep Ryerson and do not convert Jeffery to town offices. Then when the student population is back to 3,000, we will be ready. The financial requirements of building another new school this decade will be too much for the tax base. Charles Lehberger Madison

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I just finished watching the Board of Selectmen meeting of Aug. 11. There was an update on the Academy/hotel project and the town’s due diligence to determine whether the property can support a septic system capable of accommodating such a large water-use commercial venture. Several issues are disturbing. First, the hotel idea was selected for exploration in March, and here we are in August. Peggy called this a “desktop analysis,” so why did it take five months? Second, the consultant said another extensive study is necessary, then asked how many rooms were contemplated in the hotel plan. How can a consultant perform an analysis without being given the actual plan?

Finally, after it should have been apparent that this high-water-table property may not support a hotel of this size, the developer’s agent urged the board to proceed with the recommended six-month study of the water table and soil capacity, with the cost covered by the developer group. This poorly managed process is putting the cart before the horse. The people should first be asked what they want, with two options: 1) hotel/residences on that site, or 2) no hotel, and instead a park/green space. It’s down to those two choices. Don’t waste more time on another lengthy study unless option 1 is selected. It’s up to the people. Janet Nicolini Madison

Public Notice On August 27th 2026 from 6:30PM to 8:00 PM Shoreline Greenway Trail and Aris Land Studio will hold a Public Information and Input Session for Shoreline Greenway Trail Madison Trail Enhancements (CTDEEP Project DEPA00029001120) Location: Memorial Town Hall, 8 Meeting House Lane, Madison, CT 06443 Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026

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Rosanna Chidsey Clinton Rosanna “Pinky” Chidsey, 84, passed away peacefully July 30, 2026, at home, surrounded by her family. She was raised in Madison and raised her family there as well. She moved to Clinton in later years of life to be closer to her children. Born Jan. 26, 1942, in New Haven, Pinky was the beloved daughter of Douglas and Arline Lunn. Pinky was known for her kindness, her ability to make friends wherever she went, and the warmth she showed everyone she met. Above all, she cherished her family. Raised with the belief that family always came first, she spent her life putting those she loved before herself. Pinky met her husband, John Chidsey, while they both worked at Tradesman Bank in New Haven. They shared 63 years of marriage raising a family they are both so proud of. Pinky was predeceased by her parents, Douglas and Arline Lunn; her sister, Sandra Bahner, and brother-in-law, George Bahner; her brother, Douglas “Hank” Lunn; and her niece, Erica Lunn. She is survived by her devoted husband, John Chidsey; her sister-inlaw, Pam Lunn; her brother, Robert (Sandra) Lunn; her children, Debbie (Casey) Quinn and Scott (Tracy) Chidsey; her cherished grandchildren: Matthew, Erin, Meagan (Chase) LeMay, and Ashlyn; the newest addition to the family, her great-granddaughter Eliza; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

Pinky’s fondest chapter began when her grandchildren were born. She left her job to care for them after school and during the summers, filling their childhoods with beach days, afternoon snacks, mini golf, and ice cream sundaes. When they were all in school, she became a lunch lady at the Joel School in Clinton, where she was lovingly known as “Miss Pinky” for the next 20 years. Even after retiring, former students still recognized her wherever she went. Pinky and her family battled polycystic kidney disease for many years. After losing her father, sister, and niece Erica to the disease, Pinky believed the greatest gift she ever received was the kidney donated by her sister-in-law, Pam, giving her many more years with the people she loved. Pinky was eagerly awaiting the arrival of her first great-granddaughter, Eliza Rose. And although she didn’t get to meet her “earth-side,” our family finds comfort in believing she simply wanted to meet and hold her first. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Sept. 9 at the First Congregational Church in Madison. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to the PKD Foundation, PO Box 871847, Kansas City, MO 64187; pkdcure.org. Though Pinky is no longer with us, her love, kindness, and the countless lives she touched will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew her. To know Pinky was truly to love her. Arrangements are in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

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Kathryn Hart: A New Decade in Madison Schools Continued from page 2 to its administrator, the Madison Foundation, provides “grants for autism and special education-related training for Madison Public School administrators, teachers, and staff.” Kathryn says, “That I’m really proud of because I feel like that is sort of the gift that keeps on giving, and people can continue to learn and grow and develop the skills.” What has kept her in the district has been the “success” and “high standards” of the Madison school district, but also the relationships she has formed with students and their parents, as well as the many staff members at Polson who have been supported throughout her tenure as the school’s principal, which has seen several changes at the building. “I’ve been given so many different opportunities while I’ve been here. Whether it’s through the administration

that has supported me - and I’ve gone through many different superintendents and assistant superintendents - but they’ve always given me chances to try different things. I’ve always felt supported.” Kathryn says she maintains high standards for herself to match what is expected of the Madison community, whose members “want us to be successful academically,” and in other areas of their children’s lives. She’s not shy to say, “I take pride in what I do,” as long as it means making a difference in a student’s life, and “knowing that I’ve made the best decision that I can for a child, for a family, for a class, for a grade.” She also makes a difference in the lives of adults, specifically those who want to be school administrators like her. Kathryn mentors interns from the University of Connecticut, supervising them and giving them “experiences so that they can learn how to be administrators themselves,” or to be a classroom teacher.

The impact Kathryn has made in her 30-year journey as an education leader is illustrated by a moment she recalls from a baseball game in Hartford this past summer. “I heard somebody in the row behind me say, ‘Mrs. Hart!’ I turn around and I look at her, and she must be in her 30s. She started talking about a play when she was in my fifth grade class [at Brown], and she said, ‘I remember you were pregnant at the time,’ and ‘this is my daughter, she’s 24 now.’ That is just part of who I am and why I stay here. Part of education is that people will remember you. In 30 years, people will remember who I am and what I’ve done, whether they’re five years old or 13 years old. They’re always going to remember how I made them feel. I hopefully made them feel valued and respected and part of the community here. That’s how I want them to feel when they leave Polson.”

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Continued from page 1 Guilford and $303,300 for East Haven. “This funding means East Haven can strengthen the in-district services so many students rely on, Guilford can expand programming that keeps kids learning alongside their peers, and Madison can invest in resources that make a real difference for students with disabilities,” Cohen said. “Students do best when they can stay connected to their community and I am glad to see this investment reach our local schools.” The High-Quality Special Education Incentive Grant Program was created through legislation proposed by Lamont and approved by the Connecticut General Assembly. Under the first round, individ-

ual school districts could apply for awards of up to $350,000, while collaborative proposals were eligible for up to $500,000. Of the $10.6 million awarded statewide, approximately $8.9 million will support program costs and $1.7 million will fund eligible capital improvements. Program funding may be used for planning and startup costs, staffing, assistive technology, instructional materials, professional development, and flexible learning models. Capital funding may be used for facilities, renovations, equipment, transportation, and other infrastructure needed to support special education programs. “It is important that school districts have the resources to support special education programming that allows more students to learn alongside their peers in their

own communities,” Lamont said. Russell-Tucker said the grants are intended to give districts additional resources to develop and expand programs within their own schools. “Every student deserves access to highquality learning opportunities that meet their individual needs and foster a strong sense of belonging in their school community,” Russell-Tucker said. “Through these grants, participating districts will receive additional resources to strengthen their capacity to develop and expand in-district special education programs that ensure students with disabilities have every opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive alongside students in their neighborhood schools.”

Madison Salutes Our Heroes The Madison Exchange Club will host Madison Salutes Our Heroes on the Madison Town Green from Saturday, Aug. 29, through Saturday, Sept. 12. This year’s event commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11, as well as the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and Madison’s 200th anniversary as an independent town. The display will feature 300 3-by-5-foot American and K-9 flags honoring veterans, current military personnel, first responders, canines, those who died on 9/11, and other everyday heroes. Each flag will have a dedication tag identifying the person or organization being honored and the sponsor. A dedication ceremony will take place Saturday, Aug. 29, at 5 p.m. The town also will hold a Remembrance Service at 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, honoring community members who lost their lives on 9/11. For more information or to dedicate a flag, visit madisonexchange.org/flags.

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When you think of the Library, you might conjure images of long shelves and books to borrow. Or you might imagine a quiet place to read or study. The Scranton Memorial Library delivers on those fronts but offers so much more. For those who appreciate art and for the artistically inclined, the Library teems with opportunities. It is a vibrant part of the town’s artistic scene. Whether you are interested in the visual, performing, or even the culinary arts, the Library has a wide array of resources and programs for people of all ages. Come to the Scranton Library and enjoy some artwork. A permanent art collection is on display throughout the Library, courtesy of the Katz family. Throughout the year, there are rotating exhibits of paintings, photographs, and sculpture created by your neighbors, including hobbyists and professionals, emerging and award-winning artists. Come, too, to see artwork by talented younger members of our community. Make your way to the Library to take in a performance. During the past year, audiences enjoyed a classical ensemble, Celtic tunes, and a Caribbean Vibe Steel Drum concert. Jazz musicians performed under the courtyard tent. There are also performances geared to younger patrons. Next year’s events calendar is already filling up with exciting performances. Head to the Library to pick up a pass to one of a dozen-plus local museums and galleries. A friend and I recently used a half-price admission pass when visiting the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme. A list of available museum and gallery passes is on the Library’s website. Perhaps you are creatively inclined—or maybe just a bit curious. Would you like to try a new craft or improve a skill? Or would you like to meet with others with a similar creative interest? Again, come to the Library! There are resources and programs for all patrons, young, old, and in between. You could develop your culinary

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#26-13. 21 Parker Avenue; Map: 15, Lot: 47: Zone: R-5; Owners/Applicants: John A. Pescatore & Anne Martin; Variance request to Section 4.6A, Front Yard, on west side, to allow 9’ where 25’ is required; Section 4.8B Maximum Building Coverage to allow 1,160sf where 880sf is allowed; Section 4.8B Maximum Floor Area to allow 2,802sf where 1,760sf is allowed; Section 4.9A Maximum Average Building Height, to allow 34.4’ where 30’ is allowed; Section 4.9C Maximum Total Building Height to allow 39.0’ where 37.5’ is allowed to demolish a single family dwelling and construct new single family dwelling. Application includes a Coastal Site Plan.

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Giants Hold Lead on Near-Record Scoring Night By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

With the feels-like temperature in the mid-80s and humidity at 70%, partly cloudy skies helped block some of the sun’s heat. Two hours into play, the cloud cover increased and the threat of rain was in the offing. Finally, as most teams were in their final game, a light, steady rain began. Play continued, with scorekeepers doing their best to keep the score sheets dry. Within a half-hour of the completion of play, the rain stopped. The league had its strongest scoring night since 2021. Five teams topped 300 points: Tigers, 347; Dodgers, 334; Cubs, 333; Pirates, 303; and Orioles, 302. The league totaled 4,994 points—just two shy of the single-night record—along with season highs of 1,068 ringers and 124 doubles. Teams averaged 277 points, 18 more than last week. Only one team had hit the 80ringer mark in a match this season. Tonight, three teams topped the mark, led by the Dodgers with 86 ringers, the Tigers with 85, and the Cards with 80. The Giants increased their first-place lead despite a 3 1/2-2 1/2 loss to the D’backs; Paul Noel led the Tigers to a 4-2 win over the White Sox; Hunter Beckwith’s season-best series led the Dodgers to a 4 1/2-1 1/2 win over the Pirates; and, with a 4-2 win over the Braves, the Orioles remained on the bubble. The Rockies, who lost 4 1/2-1 1/2 to the Cubs; the Marlins, who lost 4-2 to the Mets; the Cards, who split with the Rangers; and the D’backs, who topped the Giants 3 1/2-2 1/2, also remained on the bubble. The White Sox were looking to regain first place in their match against Sheryl Serviss’s Tigers. Cody Layton subbed for Sox player Brady Miller, and Paul Noel replaced Tigers player Anthony Conkling. The Sox won two of the first three games: game one by double digits and game three using their handicap. The Tigers won the final three games. The teams’ last game of the night generated a buzz around the courts. In his first three games, Noel, who was not familiar with Serviss’s Amex shoes, had three games in the mid-20s, but in the finale, he said something clicked with his delivery. He finished with a personal-best game of

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55 points, 17 ringers, and six doubles. He set season league highs in five of six statistical categories for the B division, and his 132-point series was the leading score. Add in Serviss’s season-best 129-point series along with Dennis Goodrich’s 86 points, and the team scored a season league high of 347 points along with 85 ringers. The Sox remained in second place, 1 1/2 games behind the Giants. John Sciacca’s D’backs knew the match against Mike Zanelli Sr.’s Giants was piv-

otal to making the playoffs. In the first three games, John O’Brien was the key to two D’backs wins. The teams split the two A/B games: Zanelli’s 36 points led to the win in game two, and Sciacca and Butch Carotenuto combined for 59 points in game five. In game four, the D’backs used their two handicap points to earn a tie. In the final game, the D’backs had a seven-point lead going into the last three boxes. Valentin doubled in the 10th and 11th boxes, and Fortier’s double in the last

box gave the Giants the win. The Giants edged the D’backs, 282-272. The D’backs remained on the bubble. The Dodgers have embraced the “spoiler” role, winning 8 1/2 games and averaging 260 points in their last two matches. Over the last five games, Skip Robinson’s Pirates have been averaging 287 points. After winning game one, Jeremy Davis’s Dodgers showed why they are the spoilers by winning the next three games by double digits: Hunter Beckwith scored 36 points in game two; he and Ralph Sampson combined for 54 points in game three; and Davis added 40 points in game four. The Pirates had a chance to get a win in game five but were outscored 10-0 in the last box. The two handicap points earned the teams a tie. Beckwith’s 33 points in the last game gave the Dodgers their fourth win. Beckwith’s 128-point series was a personal best and the second-leading score in the B division. Pirates player Gary Stevens’ 98-point series was second and Sampson’s 93 points were third among C division scorers. This was the highest-scoring match of the week, and the teams combined for 637 points: Dodgers, 334 points, 86 ringers, and 12 doubles; Pirates, 303 points, 65 ringers, and eight doubles. In their last two matches, Frank Rausch’s Braves had won only three games and scored 20 points under their season average. Mike Zanelli Jr.’s Orioles were looking to win successive matches. They got off to a quick start by winning the first three games: Zanelli matched Rausch, and it was Andy Turshen’s points that made the difference in game one; they used their handicap in game two; and Orioles player Ted Dubay matched Mike Beckwith in the third game, so it was Turshen’s points that gave the Orioles their third win. The Braves won the next two games as Rausch outscored Zanelli, 81-69. Dubay’s 34 points in the final game gave the Orioles a 4-2 win. Rausch’s 156-point series tied for the top score in the A division. The Orioles held onto eighth place by a halfgame. They remained a bubble team. See Deep River Horseshoe page 13

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Haddam Killingworth will open the season Sept. 10 against Cromwell-Portland.

Shoreline Conference Fall Season Set to Begin Sept. 8 By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The start of the fall sports season is just around the corner for the Shoreline Conference, with boys soccer, girls soccer, volleyball, and field hockey teams preparing to take the field beginning Sept. 8. Football will follow two days later, with several Shoreline teams scheduled to open their seasons Sept. 10. Haddam-Killingworth field hockey will open with two games on the road Sept. 10 and Sept. 15 against Morgan and Old Saybrook, respectively, before returning home to face North Branford in its home opener Sept. 18. The Cougars football team will kick off Sept. 19 at home against the Cromwell-Portland co-op. Boys soccer

opens on the road at Portland Sept. 8, while the girls soccer team will face Portland at home. The volleyball team will also open Sept. 8 at home against Rocky Hill. Valley Regional will have a busy opening week across its fall sports slate. The Warriors’ boys soccer team opens Sept. 8 on the road against Hale Ray, while the girls soccer team hosts the Little Noises the same day. Volleyball also begins Sept. 8 at home against Coginchaug. Field hockey opens Sept. 10 with a road matchup against North Branford, while football kicks off at home against a Weaver-Hartford Public-Classical co-op. North Branford will also get its season underway Sept. 8 in three sports. The boys soccer team hosts Cromwell, while the girls soccer team travels to Cromwell. Vol-

leyball hosts the Panthers. The Thunderbirds’ field hockey team opens Sept. 10 at home against Valley Regional. North Branford football will also begin Sept. 10, traveling to face the MSW co-op, made up of Old Saybrook, Westbrook, and Morgan. Old Saybrook’s field hockey team has a quick turnaround to begin the season, opening with back-to-back games. The Rams host the Wild Knights Sept. 11 before traveling to East Lyme Sept. 12. Old Saybrook boys soccer begins Sept. 8 at home against East Hampton, while the girls soccer team travels to East Hampton that day. The MSW football co-op opens Sept. 10 on the road against North Branford. Morgan will also begin competition

Sept. 8. The Huskies’ field hockey team travels to Sacred Heart Academy, while the boys soccer team visits Lyme-Old Lyme. Girls soccer hosts Sacred Heart Academy, and volleyball travels to East Hampton. Westbrook’s fall season gets underway Sept. 8 as well. The field hockey team travels to Sheehan, while the boys soccer team visits Coginchaug. The girls soccer team hosts the Blue Devils. With the Shoreline Conference’s fall sports slate packed with familiar rivals and early-season matchups, teams will have little time to ease into the new season. From soccer and volleyball opening Sept. 8 to field hockey and football following shortly after, the conference is ready to begin another fall campaign.

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Deep River Horseshoe League Continued from page 11 Sue Pollard’s Rockies and Bob Cifaldi’s Cubs had team averages within three points of each other. The Rockies had two subs: Keith Toohey for Warren Bellows and Bob Thomas for Anthony Malerba. The change in handicap favored the Rockies. Four of the games were decided by double digits. Cifaldi single-handedly won three games: 47 points in game one, 40 points in game two, and 37 points in game four. The Rockies had to use the handicap to salvage a tie in the third game after scoring only seven points in seven boxes. Pollard got the best of Cifaldi in the fifth game, 35-21, for the win. The Cubs won the final game. Cifaldi’s season-best 145-point series and Cubs player Scott Allen Jr.’s 107-point series were the third-best scores in the A and B divisions, respectively. Add in Peter Lessard’s 81 points, and the Cubs scored 333. Cifaldi had no open boxes in his four games—the second player in two weeks to accomplish the feat. With the 4 1/2-1 1/2 win, the Cubs moved into third place. The Rockies were in seventh place and became a bubble team with a half-game lead over the Orioles. John Hutra’s Marlins, coming off a sweep, felt secure in their playoff position. Discounting the win via forfeit, Mark Goodale’s Mets were looking to win their first match since week eight. Marlins player Leif Selander’s personal-best 41 points were the only points needed to win game one. The Marlins could not top Goodale’s 37 points in game two, and the Mets’ momentum carried through to wins in the next three games. The Marlins won the last game. This was the only match in which the combined score was under 600 points. Selander’s personal-best 98-point series was the top C division score. The Marlins were in sixth place. The Cards, tied for eighth coming into the night, needed a big win over Peter Furmonavicius’s Rangers to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Cards got off to a fast start by winning the first three games: Kris Toohey won game one; Toohey and

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Photo by John Ruddy/The Day

In the foreground is the plaque honoring the Frenchmen buried near the entrance to the Old Norwichtown Burying Ground. It was erected in 1901 by the Faith Trumbull Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Behind it is a French monument placed in 1934.

Photo by John Ruddy/The Day

The French monument was placed by the Société Nationale du Souvenir Français, now known as Le Souvenir Français, an organization that honors French military casualties.

In Search of Norwich’s French Casualties

The words on the plaque turned between the mysterious French soldiers Rhode Island. George Washington dis20 sick men died and were question. out to be anything but certain. and a documented visit by the Marquis de patched Lafayette to take part in the Details that would set the story straight Lafayette. But now, in 1895, the sugges- attack. buried there in 1778, had long been forgotten. But they were out tion was made. Six years later, the plaque The young marquis, who had joined the there, waiting to be found. made it official. fight on his own, was commanding Ameribut who were they? *** The Daughters of the American Revolu- can troops, not French, when he arrived in By John Ruddy Special to Living

Editor’s note: “Remembering the Revolution” is a series that will appear throughout 2026 to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. *** Cast in bronze and set into a boulder, the plaque conveys time-honored certainty. In raised letters green with age, it declares: “In memory of twenty French soldiers who, serving under Lafayette, died while in camp at Norwich Town 1778.” That much was beyond dispute at the plaque’s 1901 dedication in the Old Norwichtown Burying Ground. But little more was known. “Unwept and unsung, they were buried where they died,” a speaker said. “We do not even know their names.” This episode of the American Revolution lingered in local memory. But, already blurred by time, it gradually came into

A brief but enduring account of what happened in Norwichtown came from local historian Frances Manwaring Caulkins. Writing almost seven decades after the fact, she may have relied on oral memories: “In 1778, a body of French troops, on the route from Providence to the south, halted there for ten or fifteen days, on account of sickness among them.” With tents pitched on Norwichtown Green, “about twenty died and were buried each side of the lane that led into the old burying-ground.” Caulkins cited no source for this in her 1845 book, “History of Norwich,” but she got nothing from the newspaper. The Norwich Packet, publishing weekly in 1778, was silent on any soldier deaths. Half a century after Caulkins, another historian, Mary E. Perkins, added a twist. “This may have occurred at the time when Gen. Glover’s Irish brigade, under the command of Lafayette, remained for three days in town in that year,” Perkins wrote in “Old Houses of the Antient Town of Norwich.” Caulkins had not proposed a link

tion placed the monument after local historian George S. Porter claimed to have pinpointed the half-forgotten burial site near the cemetery’s entrance. “As generation succeeded generation the traditional location of these graves usurped the positive knowledge of earlier times,” he said at the July 4, 1901, dedication. Porter didn’t mention how he had done it, but two years later, when new cemetery gates were dedicated, he added this: “It is averred by an elderly gentleman that in his boyhood days the spot was indicated to him by several old men who had witnessed the interments.” That memory, spanning two lifetimes, reclaimed the spot from obscurity, but the identity of those buried was still far from clear. *** Broader events in 1778 provide context. France entered the war in a treaty of alliance with the United States. The Comte d’Estaing, a French admiral, crossed the Atlantic with a dozen ships to be deployed against British-held Newport,

Norwich, en route to Newport, on July 30, 1778. The Packet said his men were “General Glover’s Brigade, called the Irish Brigade, from the grand American army.” “Both officers and soldiers were in high spirits and made a martial appearance,” the paper observed. Lafayette did not return during the war, and Norwich glimpsed French soldiers only later when a cavalry unit wintered in Lebanon in 1780-81. Troops under the Comte de Rochambeau crossed Connecticut in 1781 and again in 1782, but Norwich was not on their route. So the historical record doesn’t explain how French soldiers could have died and been buried in Norwichtown in 1778. This was evident not long after the plaque went up. In his 1903 address, Porter invoked the elderly gentleman’s memory defensively. “It has been asserted of late that these men were never in the town and consequently could not have sickened, died and been buried here,” he said, protesting that See In Search page 20

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In Search of Norwich’s French Casualties Continued from page 19 what the old man had learned in his youth matched Caulkins’ account. That hardly settled the matter. At a 1934 ceremony, speakers glossed over the inconvenient chronology by suggesting everything had happened later. “These brave French soldiers probably made the supreme sacrifice in 1780 or 1781,” one of them said. By 1975, Joan Nafie, author of “To the Beat of a Drum: A History of Norwich, Connecticut During the American Revolution,” had downgraded Caulkins’ tale to “tradition.” “While there is no documented evidence that this event occurred,” she wrote, “most legends usually contain a germ of truth.” *** Dale Plummer, Norwich’s city historian, went looking for that germ a decade ago, prompted by possible development plans at the cemetery’s edge. He worried graves could be disturbed, including those of the French soldiers. He researched what was known about them to verify that their burial site was where it was supposed to be. In 2017, ground-penetrating radar suggested a cluster of graves. But “the more I looked into it, the less it seemed likely” that the men were soldiers, he said. For one thing, if they had died while serving under Lafayette, he would Charles Allen Munn Collection, Fordham University Library, Bronx, New York have visited the site when he returned to Norwich on his 1824 American tour. The subject of this drawing by Revolutionary War artist John Trumbull is debated. Some say it depicts prisoners starving to death on a As Plummer tracked the evidence from British prison ship, while others think it might show a mental hospital. Trumbull, who was from Lebanon, was the son of Connecticut Caulkins to Perkins to Porter, he found Gov. Jonathan Trumbull. references to a different group of Frenchmen who were in town at the right time. In arrived in New London. The group was en Its mission is to maintain and decorate quartered in the court-house.” That’s a October 1778, Jedediah Huntington of route to Boston by way of Norwich. French military graves at home and good candidate for the hospital’s location. Norwich wrote his father that “between 5 “They are in a very emaciated and sickly abroad. The Norwich plaque is the oldest On the southeast corner of Norwichtown and 600 frenchmen came in from N York condition,” the paper said. in the U.S. and the only one that uses the Green, the building was a stone’s throw in the Flag they arrived here last Night. At last it became clear that the mysteri- former name, according to Thierry from the burial site. Part are gone on this day to Boston.” ous Frenchmen were not soldiers after all. Chaunu, president of the organization’s The report says the hospital opened Oct. The next month, the Rev. Benjamin They were sailors. American branch. 25, 1778, and the first death occurred two Lord made a passing reference in a sermon *** Le Souvenir Français has unearthed a days later. Four died on Oct. 30, and the about recent local deaths: “And also died Just behind the boulder and plaque is 1778 report in the French national grim pace continued until the final fatality here in a few weeks, of the French prison- another monument that also commem- archives, digitized only recently, that on Nov. 22. ers from New-York, 20.” orates the Frenchmen, but in their own brings what happened into focus. But there’s more than numbers and That was the key clue. Plummer language. Translated, it says: Written by Capt. Testace de Gassin, it dates. The dead are fully identified, includlearned that the British and French “In memory of twenty companions of documents a French military hospital ing ranks, birthplaces, and ships, which navies, in New York and Boston, respec- Lafayette, who died for American liberty in established in Norwich to treat ill prison- were both naval vessels and privateers. tively, had exchanged prisoners in the fall the city of Norwich, pious guardian of ers during the exchange. The first to expire was Barthelemy Le of 1778. French memory. A grateful France.” In elegant script, he says the hospital Beuf, and the last was Jean Paul Arnaud. On Oct. 12, the Packet noted that 230 Made of cast iron and enamel and dedi- received 155 men, of whom 127 eventually Almost 250 years after their sacrifice, British prisoners under guard had passed cated in 1934, it bears the name Société left for Boston. Of the rest, three went to these French veterans finally have their through town traveling from Boston to Nationale du Souvenir Français. That Philadelphia, four deserted, and 21 died. names back. New York. On Oct. 23, the Connecticut organization has been known for most of Four more had died on the ships that Gazette reported two ships carrying 400 or its 139 years as simply Le Souvenir brought them. 500 French prisoners from New York had Français, or French Memory. In Caulkins’ account, “the sick were

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Calendar for the Week of August 27, 2026

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THURSDAY, AUG. 27 Virtual Author Talk with Lucy Foley: 2 p.m. Online. Book: Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. Features a virtual discussion with author Lucy Foley. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Craft and Board Game Night: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features crafts and board games for all ages. Participants may bring their own games. For info or to register, email SMehmet@clintonct.gov. Concert by Phil and Dan Rosenthal & Naomi Sommers: 7 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features original and traditional folk music performed by Phil Rosenthal, Dan Rosenthal, and Naomi Sommers. Held on the library patio; moves indoors in case of rain. Bring a lawn chair or use provided seating. Free. For info, call 203-453-8282.

FRIDAY, AUG. 28 Tweens: Magic: The Gathering: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Participants ages 9 and older will learn and play Magic: The Gathering. Materials provided. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. The Music Man Sr.: 6:30 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Features an all-senior production of Meredith Willson's The Music Man presented by Clinton Senior Connection and Shoreline Theater Academy Kidz Konnection. For info or tickets, email cacampora@clintonct.org. Chestnut Hill Concert: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Sergei Prokofiev, and Robert Schumann. Programs and artists are subject to change. For info or tickets, visit chestnuthillconcerts.org.

SATURDAY, AUG. 29 Killingworth Road Race: 8:30 a.m. The Congregational Church in Killingworth, 273 Rte. 81. Features a certified four-mile road race open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Proceeds benefit the church's Missions Committee and local outreach organizations. Registration is available online. For info or to register, visit killingworthroadrace.org.

SaturDIY: Yarn Art: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive. For adults 18 and older. Participants will create a yarn design on a 4-by-6-inch canvas. For info or to register (required), call 860-3996422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 1

Why the Ideas That Built America Still Matter with David O. Stewart: 2 p.m. Online. Virtual author talk with historian David O. Stewart about his book, The Democracy We Must Keep, and the founders’ views on democSaturday Sleuths Book Club: 10 to 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scran- racy. Registration required. Free and open to all. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexliton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. brary.org. Book: The A.B.C. Murders by Agatha Christie. Snacks provided. For info or to register (preferred), visit scrantonliShoreline Civil War Roundtable: 6:15 p.m. Acton Public brary.org/events. Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Frank Niederwerfer presents “14th Connecticut: The Final Madison Salutes Our Heroes Dedication: 5 p.m. MadiChapter, Stony Mountain to Appomattox.” Free. For info, son Town Green. Dedication of the Madison Salutes Our call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Heroes flag display honoring veterans, current military personnel, first responders, canines and those who died on 9/11. The display runs through Sept. 12. Hosted by the Madison Exchange Club. For info or to dedicate a flag, visit madisonexchange.org/flags.

SUNDAY, AUG. 30 Broadway's Adrianna Hicks: 2 to 4 p.m. Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Cost: $41.50. For info, contact 203-315-1901 or Info@LegacyTheatreCT.org The Thimble Islands Affair: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Cut in Two Island, Thimble Islands, Branford. Fundraiser for Legacy Theatre featuring wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, an auction, and an announcement of the theater’s 2027 season. The event will honor Todd and Wendy Renz with the 2026 Anchor Award. For info, contact Anne Runolfsson at Anne@legacytheatrect.org.

MONDAY, AUG. 31 All Ages Board Game Night: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Play board games with family, friends, or other participants. Library games and oversized lawn games will be available, or bring your own. Held on the library lawn, weather permitting. Children age 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. For info, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org. Registration for Branford Chorale: 6 to 7 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1109 Main St., Branford. Registration for the Branford Chorale's upcoming season. For info, call 203-296-3391.

Trivia Night: 6:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 2 Tiny Thinkers: 10 to 10:45 a.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Begins with a story followed by a STEM/STEAM activity. For toddlers through kindergarteners. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860663-2000. APL Poetry Writing Group: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Participants write and share their work with Old Saybrook Poet Laureate Sandra Yannone. All writing experience levels are welcome. Bring a notebook or laptop; supplies are also available. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org. Adult Movie Night: 6 to 8 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Free movie screening in the adult reading area. Attendees may bring snacks and covered, nonalcoholic beverages. Registration required. For info, including the movie title, or to register, call 860-6632000.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 3

Living Life Happily: Access to a Cure Fundraiser: 6 to 9:30 p.m. Owenego Inn, 40 Linden Ave., Branford. Event hosted by Peace Love ACCESSibility to benefit the Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance. The evening Con Brio Choral Society Auditions: 7 p.m. Grace Episco- includes dinner, stories, raffles and a silent auction. pal Church, 336 Main St., Old Saybrook. Auditions for the Tickets: $100. For ticket information, visit linktr.ee/PeaceLoveACCESSibility. Con Brio Choral Society. Rehearsals are held Monday evenings from September through April. For info or to schedule an audition, call 860-395-6994 or visit conbrio.org/auditions. See page 24

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Page Turners Promise Me Never by Liv Constantine A thriller set in the world of publishing? Sign me up! Budding writer Savannah Brooks is thrilled when her scheme to meet the famous and charismatic horror author Bennett Bryson succeeds. Instantly attracted to each other, they marry after a whirlwind courtship. But both are hiding dark secrets, and since this is a Liv Constantine novel, the twists and turns abound! Highly recommended! — Marilyn, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Look What You Made Me Do by John Lanchester The husband of a seemingly perfect, youngish couple suddenly dies. As the wife emerges from the heartbreaking loss, she realizes the intimate details of her relationship are part of a hit TV show called Cheating. What ensues is propulsive, revengeful and stunning — one of the best surprise endings I’ve read in a while. — Roxanne, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

very 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.

You'll Love It Here by Natalie Sue When Mona’s landlady gets injured, she agrees to become a temporary super and ends up invested in the lives of her fellow tenants. This book was so fun! It has such a varied cast of characters whom you can’t help but fall in love with. But the story also has an important message about gentrification and the power of community. — Marisa, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Under the Falls by Richard Russo A famous musician returns to his Appalachian hometown for a concert decades after taking off without a word to anyone. Now he is forced to face the friends he abandoned and a slew of dirty deeds and betrayals that have long been buried. If you’re looking for a quick, gripping page-turner, this one fits the bill. — Karen F., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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A New Musical Takes Flight at Goodspeed day, Jan. 14, the show was presented to an audience for the first time. It still wasn’t complete; in fact, Gilmour improvised an ending for the show. By this point, Goodspeed’s longtime musical director, Adam Souza, was asked to be its music director. Audience reaction was overall positive, but the team knew much more work was needed. In late 2024, a reading of the work was held for theater professionals in New York City. Work continued.

By Karen Isaacs Special to Living

The journey of a new musical can be years (or decades) long as it goes from an idea to a fully realized production. Often, roadblocks along the way derail the entire enterprise. To get “The Snow Goose” from idea to its world premiere at Goodspeed (through Sunday, Oct. 18) took years and many decisions. Whether those decisions were correct won’t be known until audiences cast their votes. But here’s a look at the journey of “The Snow Goose.”

Putting It on Stage

Background The novella (about 64 pages) “The Snow Goose: A Story of Dunkirk” was written by Paul Gallico in 1941. It tells the story of a young teen girl, a reclusive man along England’s Essex coast, and the wounded snow goose that they care for. She returns every year. Set in the years leading up to and during the beginning of World War II, it is a parable on the power of friendship and constancy to heal. When it was published (first as a briefer story in The Saturday Evening Post), it was popular, though it was both sentimental and a tear-jerker. In 1971, the BBC broadcast a film version of the story starring Richard Harris as the reclusive, disabled artist, Phillip, and Jenny Agutter as Frith, the girl. It was broadcast in the U.S. as part of “The Hallmark Hall of Fame”; it won several awards, including a Golden Globe and an Emmy. A few years later (1975), Gallico sued the British band Camel for distributing an instrumental album titled after the book; they changed the name to “Music Inspired by The Snow Goose.” It proved to be a huge success. A year later, another musical interpretation of the story was produced by RCA with Ed Welch and Spike Milligan as the creative team. b

The Idea Goodspeed’s Artistic Director Donna Lynn Hilton loved the story for many years. She said she had always thought it would make a good musical. Goodspeed decided to commission the work through its GoodWorks Program, and in 2023 Hilton reached out to the writing/composing team of Scott Gilmour and Claire McKenzie, whom she felt had the right sound for the project. They had been involved with the musical “Hi, My Name Is Ben,” which began at the Johnny Mercer Writers Grove at Goodspeed in 2017 and later had a production at the Terris Theatre in 2019.

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Ashlyn Maddox, who plays Frith, rehearses with the cast of Goodspeed’s The Snow Goose.

After reading the book, they agreed. A major step was securing the rights to the work. Without an agreement with those who controlled the copyright, it would be a no-go. Luckily, Goodspeed and the copyright holders reached an agreement for the theater to have an option on the work. b

Decisions How do you take a beloved novella that focuses on two people and a goose, plus atmospheric descriptions, and turn it into a musical? Once they decided it could be musicalized, the next question was: Would it be a chamber musical with only Frith and Phillip, or would the show be “opened up” and include other characters who are only vaguely referred to in the original? They agreed to open it up; this meant including people and events that were not necessarily part of the story. A few townspeople are mentioned, but they never appear. There was also the possible “ick” factor. In the 1942 novella, Fritha (Frith in the musical) is a young girl (possibly 13 or 14) who becomes friends with the disabled and shunned artist Phillip. How would that sit with modern audiences who are so aware of child sexual abuse, grooming, and exploitation? Let’s be clear that no hint of that is in the book. It is just two lonely people who share a love of helping animals and are awed by the snow goose who flew from Canada to the shore of England and returns each year. By the end of the story, Frith is in her later teens. The book covers several years from the

mid-1930s through the evacuation of British soldiers at Dunkirk in 1940. McKenzie, who writes the music, said she thought of English classical composers such as Edward Elgar, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and Benjamin Britten, as well as the sounds of the folk music of the period, which often came from pubs, as she was thinking about what the musical should sound like. During the development process, McKenzie and Gilmour spent two weeks on the Goodspeed campus as participants in the Johnny Mercer Writers Grove and at a similar retreat related to Benjamin Britten in England. They admitted to visiting multiple pubs in that part of England to get atmospheric inspiration. b

Moving Forward As work progressed, it was time to bring in a director for the project. Hilton, McKenzie, and Gilmour considered many possible directors but kept returning to one name — Marshall Pailet. Pailet had won acclaim (and award nominations) for his work on “Private Jones” at the Terris Theatre and at Signature Theatre in Washington, D.C. Hilton reached out to him, and after some discussions, he was on board. With “The Snow Goose” progressing, the next step was to bring in actors and an audience. The musical was selected to be part of the 2025 Festival of New Musicals at Goodspeed. During a two-week period, the show was rehearsed with students from The Hartt School at the University of Hartford under Pailet’s direction. On Sun-

As Hilton and her team were planning Goodspeed’s 2026 main stage season, they decided that “The Snow Goose” was ready for a full production. It was given the fall spot; it runs through Sunday, Oct. 18. Misha Shields came on board as the choreographer for the project. She had choreographed “Private Jones” at the Terris Theatre. As she explained it, movement will flow throughout the work so the audience may not be aware when it becomes a dance. She used terms like fluidity, graceful, simple, and constantly moving. Casting was another issue. In the novella, Phillip, an artist, is described as reclusive in part because the local villagers view him as an outcast due to an unspecified physical disability. The team decided it was important that Phillip have a disability and that the cast include other actors with disabilities. This decision led to conversations about how to sensitively work with the cast. The snow goose is a major character in the piece, but how do you portray it on stage? Puppetry was an obvious answer, but what the goose puppet would look like and how it would be manipulated needed to be decided. The puppet will vary in size; at times, multiple people will be manipulating it, and at other times, parts of the goose will separate. b

Looking Forward The goal is for “The Snow Goose” to go on to future productions, including, possibly, Broadway. Hilton said that during its run in East Haddam, Goodspeed will be inviting and encouraging Broadway professionals — including producers — to see it. Will it become “Annie” or “Shenandoah,” two of the shows that began life at Goodspeed? Who knows? Go see it and let them know what you think. Tickets are available at Good speed.org.

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History, Music Mark ‘God and Country’ Event in Guilford Press Release from God and Country Organizers

The God and Country commemorative event will bring history programs, music, community organizations, and family activities to the Guilford Green on Saturday, Sept. 12, in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. The event will begin at 2 p.m. at the Guilford Free Library, where the Institute of Connecticut History will present Connecticut During the Revolution. Tom Berrill, portraying Roger Sherman, will lead the presentation. Sherman, a Connecticut statesman and Guilford resident, was among the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Activities will move to the Guilford Green from 3 to 6 p.m. History Without Walls will feature artifacts from the Revolutionary War era, flags, a cannon, and stocks for photo opportunities. The Institute of Connecticut History will also participate. Community organizations scheduled to take part include the Fellowship of ChrisPhoto courtesy of God and Country Event tian Athletes, Adult and Teen Challenge, National Day of Prayer, WIHS Radio A Revolutionary War reenactor leads children during a historical activity. History Without 104.9 FM, Clinton Bible Fellowship Walls will bring Revolutionary War-era artifacts and activities to the Guilford Green as part Church, and Scout Troop 444. The fire and of the God and Country commemorative event Saturday, Sept. 12. Continued from page 21 Shoreline Sailing Club Meeting: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Open to adults ages 35 and older interested in sailing, boating, and social activities. First-time guests are free; admission is $10 for returning guests. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 5 Perennial Plant Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, 811 E. Main St., Branford. Features perennial begonias, hostas, limelight hydrangeas, lobelias, tall Shasta daisies, sedums and more. For info, call 203-4880549.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 6 Diverse Array Opening Reception: 1 to 4 p.m. City Gallery, 994 State St., New Haven. Opening reception for Robert Jacoby’s Diverse Array. Free and open to the public. For info, call 203-782-2489, email info@citygallery.org, or visit city-gallery.org.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 8 First Responder Ride for Resilience: A 343-mile cycling ride honoring the 343 firefighters who died on Sept. 11, 2001, passes through Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Guilford, Branford and East Haven. Community

members may register to ride, volunteer at designated rest stops or cheer on participants along the route. For info, to register or to volunteer, visit 911ride.org. Opening Day Reception and Concert: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a performance by the United States Coast Guard Brass Quintet. Free. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Tween Dungeons and Dragons: 3:15 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For students in grades 5 to 8. Features a standalone, one-shot quest with monsters, puzzles and storytelling. Registration 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 West Main St., Clinton. Features an evening of poetry with Clinton Poet Laureate Bethany Howard. Participants can read their poetry or listen. For info, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

police departments will also be on the Green, with the fire department offering a Touch-a-Truck activity. Kids Markets will feature 30 or more young vendors, ages 5 to 17, selling products they have made. Food vendors will also be available. Music on the stage will include Christian and patriotic selections performed by Brad Chase and Aireborne and the Sky Family Band. Ashley Allen will open with the national anthem and will also perform between the bands. John Saville will serve as master of ceremonies. Berrill, appearing as Roger Sherman, will read excerpts from the Declaration of Independence and prayers from George Washington, John Adams, and other founders. Organizers say the event will focus on the role of religious faith in the nation’s founding and commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The program will also recognize the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. The rain date is Sunday, Sept. 13. The event is sponsored by Agemy Financial Strategies and VFW Post 7666. For more information, email maynland@aol.com or visit the God and Country Event CT Facebook page.

American Girl Doll Club: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Bring a favorite doll for a discussion, activities, and a craft focused on a historical time period. This month features Samantha Parkington and life in the early 1900s. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000. Tuesday Trivia: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Adult Jeopardy-style trivia competition with five categories. Limited to six teams of up to four players. Registration required; only one player per team should register. For info or to register, call 860-6632000. Create Design with Color, Structure and Seasonal Senescence: 6:45 p.m. Hubley Hall, First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meeting House Ln., Madison. Garden Club of Madison presents New England landscape designer, horticulturist and nurseryman Warren Leach. Open to the public. For info, email gardenclubmadisonct@gmail.com or visit gcmct.org.

Virtual Author Talk with Daniel Kraus: 7 p.m. Online. What’s It Worth?: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Features a discussion with author Daniel Kraus about his Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Author, auctioneer, new novel, The Sixth Nik. Registration required. For info appraiser and radio show host Mike Ivankovich discusses or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. what determines the value of antiques, collectibles and personal treasures. Attendees can bring an item for appraisal. Mike Ivankovich will participate virtually; patrons can attend at the library or via Zoom. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit See page 28 actonlibrary.org.

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Mark Battista, Barnyard Duet, acrylic.

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Jim Laurino, East Street View, Washington, oil.

Landscapes, Food, and Art Fill Lyme Art Association’s Fall Calendar Press release from Lyme Art Association

Lyme Art Association will welcome fall with two exhibitions celebrating New England scenery and food, followed in October by the association’s signature Palate to Palette fundraising gala. New England Landscape, LAA’s annual juried exhibition, celebrates the varied scenery of the East Coast. The exhibition includes depictions of rolling, tree-covered hills, country roads, farmlands, historic homes, and townscapes in a variety of media, exploring artists’ connections to the region’s landscape.

Running concurrently is Bon Appétit, an exhibition featuring depictions of food, farmers markets, and restaurants in a variety of media. New England Landscape and Bon Appétit will be on view from Friday, Sept. 18, through Friday, Nov. 6. An opening reception will be held Sunday, Sept. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. New England Landscape is supported by Ascend Bank in partnership with the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. On Thursday, Oct. 15, Lyme Art Association will host its signature fundraising

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Henie Kurzman, Summer Salad, soft pastel.

gala, Palate to Palette, from 6 to 9 p.m. at its galleries in Old Lyme. The event will feature live music, food from regional restaurants and caterers, and a silent auction of new artwork created by LAA member artists. Proceeds will support the Lyme Art Association’s exhibitions and special projects. Tickets go on sale in September and are $85 per person. Reservations are required. For more information, visit lymeartassociation.org/palate-to-palette. Founded in 1914 by the American Impressionists, the Lyme Art Association continues the tradition of exhibiting and

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Karen Israel, It’s All About the Greens, pastel.

selling representational artwork by its members and invited artists. The association also offers art instruction, lectures, and other public programs. The Lyme Art Association is located at 90 Lyme Street in Old Lyme in a building designed by architect Charles Adams Platt. Admission is free, with contributions appreciated. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by appointment. For more information, visit lymeartassociation.org or call 860-434-7802.

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Crossword

For the week of August 27 - September 2 ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

Aries, you are bursting with momentum, but your tongue may move faster than your brain this week. You don’t need to force a final decision or push an agenda right now. Speak thoughtfully.

A roadblock might delay you for a little while but it’s not going to completely stop your progress, Libra. Find a way to settle a discrepancy with a coworker before it escalates.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

Reshuffled schedules might test your patience, Taurus. Focus on finding a healthy balance and do your best to adjust.

Scorpio, if you recently came out on top of a conflict, let the other person bow out with dignity. Do not make a big deal of your win.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

A gap between your grand vision and your current reality might feel frustrating, Cancer. However, necessity is the mother of invention. Trust the small opportunities that crop up.

You are in a position where you need to be direct but not very pushy, Sagittarius. Figure out what you need or want, and then step back to let others make up their own minds.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

Cancer, right now you are focused on rest and relaxation. It’s been a busy time for you and the batteries certainly can do with some recharging.

Capricorn, you cannot expect others to read your mind. You must spell out in detail what you mean and what you expect from those around you.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18

Leo, even though you love supporting others, this week is all about redirecting energy inward. Practice care with whom you trust. Allow yourself to rest later in the week.

Pay attention to informal conversations around you this week, Aquarius. The “little things” often can provide a lot of meaning and insight.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 Your hands may be tied by technicalities, but you have creative free reign to improvise in a situation that pops up this week, Virgo. Stick with your intuition right now.

Crossword solution for August 20, 2026

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PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 Step into natural leadership role at work or in a volunteer environment, Pisces. Trust the opportunities that come from your steady presence.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

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AUGUST 27, 2026 • THE SOURCE • LIVING

Shoreline Soul Brings Gospel Voices Together Press Release from Shoreline Soul

Professional singer and choir director Angela Clemmons will bring Shoreline Soul back to Guilford this fall for five sessions of gospel music, culminating in a free public concert Sunday, Dec. 6. The workshop welcomes singers of all experience levels, from experienced vocalists to people who haven’t sung in years. No prior gospel experience is necessary, and there is no audition. While the workshop is geared toward adults, young people who can follow lyric sheets are also welcome to participate. Songs are taught by ear rather than from sheet music, and participants receive practice recordings to use between rehearsals. Clemmons says Shoreline Soul is not a religious service but a celebration of gospel music and singing together. The program welcomes people of all faiths as well as those with no religious affiliation. Rehearsals will be held Mondays, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 19, Nov. 9, and Nov. 23, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 122 Broad St., Guilford. The free public concert will be held Sunday, Dec. 6, at 3 p.m. A pre-concert rehearsal for participants will begin at 1:15 p.m. Early registration for the workshop is $85 through Monday, Sept. 14. Registration beginning Tuesday, Sept. 15, is $95.

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Professional singer and choir director Angela Clemmons will lead the fall Shoreline Soul gospel music workshop in Guilford.

Participants in a previous Shoreline Soul workshop gather in Guilford. The gospel music workshop returns this fall for five rehearsals followed by a free public concert Sunday, Dec. 6.

The fee includes a digital guide vocal recording, with a CD available if needed. Some scholarships are available. Clemmons has worked as a professional singer for more than four decades. Her performance credits include work with Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Celine Dion,

Kenny Loggins, Garth Brooks, and Steely Dan. Her television credits include appearances on Saturday Night Live and The Tony Awards. The daughter of a Pentecostal pastor, Clemmons has a longtime personal connection to gospel music and draws on that

Continued from page 24 A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew with Daniel Kraus: 7 p.m. Online. Virtual author talk with Daniel Kraus about his novel, The Sixth Nik. Registration required. Free and open to all. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Guilford Job Network: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Features guest speakers. Open to all job seekers. For info or to receive the Zoom meeting link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aol.com.

ONGOING EVENTS

Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Wee Faerie Village at the Florence Griswold Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Museum: 12:30 p.m. St. George’s Parish Hall, 33 Whitfield Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, St., Guilford. Features a presentation by David Rau, senior baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s director of education and visitor engagement at the Flo- activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketrence Griswold Museum, about the Wee Faerie Village at manager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleythe historic artists’ colony. Free and open to the public. farm.com. For info, email guilfordgardenclub06437@gmail.com or visit guilfordgardenclub.org. Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. All Ages: Tabletop Game Night: 6 p.m. Acton Public Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, card games, role-playing games, board games, console seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connectigames and more. Light refreshments available. Free. Reg- cut-made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersistration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit market@guilfordfair.org actonlibrary.org.

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background as well as her professional performance experience in leading the workshops. She lives in Westbrook. Space in the workshop is limited. To request a registration form or for more information, email shorelinesoul@ gmail.com or call 203-619-1415.

Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Road. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy products, flowers, prepared foods, and locally made products from Connecticut vendors. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com. Old Saybrook Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features Connecticut-grown and Connecticut-made products from local farmers, food producers, and artisans. For info, visit the Old Saybrook Farmers Market on Facebook. Stony Creek Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Stony Creek. Features a weekly market with local produce, baked goods, seafood, meats, crafts, live music, and family activities. For info, call 203-988-9335 or email shreichert@gmail.com, or visit scfarmersmarket.org. To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

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2 Circlecle Drive: Maureen B. Farquharson to Joseph Farquharson, $180,000 on Aug. 7

4 Bentons Knoll Unit 2: Home Base LLC to Eileen AOBrienRet and Eileen A. OBrien, $1,550,000 on Aug. 3

38 Beech Tree Ridge: Susan Beesley to Kerry A. and Ronald T. Cassin, $820,000 on Aug. 3

602 Durham Road: Brian and Jacquelyn Courtmanche to Kelly and Carlos J. Aviles, $745,000 on Aug. 3

151 East Main Street Unit 9: Resync Prop Solutions LLC to Ryan Shaikh and Hena Haque, $709,000 on Aug. 6

409 Boston Street: Secretary Of Hsng & Urban De to Primekey Real Estate LLC, $272,500 on Aug. 3

550 Route 81: Carolyn Sheridan to Jennifer D. Jackson, $775,000 on Aug. 4

94 Warpas Road: Craig J. Patla to Sean and Samantha Vierling, $675,000 on Aug. 4

55 Kelseytown Road: Dianne S. Gustafson to Andrew and Connie Benjamin, $615,000 on Aug. 3

643 Route 81: Troy E. Scarpa and Ivonne Staskiewicz to Austin 668 Mulberry Point Road: Rowen Lt and Michael J. Sweeney to Stephen Haughwout and Angelica S. O. and Jennifer Marinan, $990,000 on Aug. Andrade, $467,900 on Aug. 4 7

77 North High Street: Will J. Benoit and Brandie L. Doyle to Steven H. Hayden, $441,000 on Aug. 4

168 Union Street: Keith J. and Ashley Anthony to Sharon and Scott Reiser, $1,000,000 on Aug. 7

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64 Webster Point Road: 64 Webster Point Real Estate Trust and Dario M D. Nolasco to Brian and Katerina Guerraz, $2,185,000 on Aug. 4

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229 Branford Road Unit 308: R & Jadeane Grant Real Estate Trust and Ronald Grant to Rosemarie Melillo, $295,000 on Aug. 3 33 Deforest Drive: Michael C. and Loretta J. Vastarelli to Joseph M. Mascari and Mackenzie R. Lyon, $488,150 on Aug. 7

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375 Boston Post Road: Mec Realty LLC to Five Little Ps LLC, $450,000 on Aug. 6 2 Cinnamon Way: Lisa Rae Pannazzo to David Pasquale Taricani and Amanda Nicole Berman, $704,000 on Aug. 4 43 Indianola Drive: Geoffrey S. Nadzam to Amy J. and Carl R. Kruglak, $1,750,000 on Aug. 3

208 Ingham Hill Road: Karen L 52 Grove Road: Cali Calarco to Dean Ritter Real Estate Trust and Karen L. and Christos Kyriakis, $460,000 on Aug. Ritter to John Testa and Alyssa 6 Mcguiness, $615,000 on Aug. 5 53 Hermitage Lane: Christopher Cerrito to John Dale and Susan E. Deak, $370,000 on Aug. 3 370 Kings Highway: Andden Prop LLC to Vincent Casagrande, $660,000 on Aug. 7 5 Leighton Court: Maria C. Machado to Favian Pillacela, $440,000 on Aug. 5

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