The Source 09-11-25

September

Hand Roof Work Tops $11.9M Capital Plan

By Aaron Rubin

Staff Writer

At its Sept. 2 meeting, the Madison Board of Education (BOE) unanimously approved $1,960,000 in capital expenditures for the 2026–’27 academic year, the first year of the district’s Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The projects will next require

review and approval from the Board of Finance and Board of Selectmen before advancing to a townwide vote.

The five-year CIP runs from fiscal years 2026 through 2030, totaling $11,889,419.

District Facilities Director Peter Anderson emphasized that this week’s BOE action does not represent the final version.

Prior to the full board’s vote, the BOE

Facilities Committee met earlier the same day to review the most significant expenditures outlined in the plan. Items listed beyond the 2026–’27 fiscal year were discussed but not acted on.

The largest single project in the plan is the $3.85 million replacement of the original

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A Tribute in

Red, White and Blue

Hundreds of American flags flutter on the Madison Green on Sept. 9, 2025, during the Madison Salutes Our Heroes display hosted by the Madison Exchange Club. The exhibit, which runs through Sept. 13, honors military members, first responders, everyday heroes, service dogs, and those lost on 9/11. Community members purchased and dedicated individual flags in recognition of their personal heroes. A 9/11 remembrance ceremony is scheduled for Sept. 11.

Double the Fun Hand boys’ soccer won its first two games of the season last week, and volleyball split the week...............14

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Maya Kadel: Providing Mental Health Support for the Community

By Aaron Rubin

Staff Writer

In 2022, the Town of Madison tested the Pilot Outreach Social Work Program and found there was a significant number of people in the community with social and emotional needs who were at risk of having an encounter with a law enforcement officer. It was clear that individuals or families dealing with social, behavioral issues or substance abuse would need the support of a trained social worker rather than a police officer—not only to manage an on-site crisis, but to guide them to the necessary treatment afterward.

With the support of a grant from the U.S. Justice Department, the town created the Outreach Social Worker position at the Madison Police Department, a role currently assumed by Maya Kadel.

While Maya, a Clinton resident, is employed through Madison Youth and Family Services, her role is embedded within the

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Madison Police Department.

“I work directly with officers as the department’s first outreach social worker. It’s really about bridging the gap between law enforcement and social services,” she says.

Maya also collaborates with other town health personnel and agencies such as clinicians at MYFS and the group’s social services team. She also provides services at the Madison Senior Center.

Maya’s interest in the nexus between law enforcement and social work began during her academic career. While pursuing her master’s in social work from Southern Connecticut State University, Maya was accepted into the school’s social work and law enforcement program.

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Maya Kadel has been Outreach Social Worker with the Madison Police Department since January.

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Honor the Will of the People

I was deeply troubled by the article in the Sept. 4, 2025, edition of The Source, titled “Town Seeks Developer Proposals for Academy.” Academy Elementary School has been closed since 2004, and over the years, countless studies, surveys and referenda have consistently shown that the property should be razed and the land put to its “highest and best use.”

In a Letter to the Editor (”Will Continue to Be Made by You,” Sept. 4), First Selectman Lyons claims “many people” have contacted her about exploring alternative uses for the site. Yet she provides no numbers. The May 2025 referendum gave Madison residents a clear

opportunity to voice their opinion—and they did. The result supported demolition and redevelopment, not more costly studies or proposals.

Following the referendum, several Board of Selectmen members publicly supported moving forward with demolition. And yet, no progress has been made. The equipment remains idle. It’s time to let go of nostalgic visions and honor the will of the people.

The Academy building should be fully demolished, and the land repurposed—at minimum—as open space for all Madison residents to enjoy.

Mark O’Connell Madison

MADISON TOWN MEETINGS

Board of Finance

Thursday,Sept.11

Ad Hoc Emergency Operations Center/Firehouse Expansion Building Committee

Board of Police Commissioners Economic Development Commission

Board of Assessment Appeals

Monday,Sept.15

New Elementary School Building Committee

NOTE: Call the town clerk at 203-245-5672 or visit www.madisonct.org to learn how to participate in the following meetings: : 10 a.m. : 5:30 p.m. : 5:30 p.m. : 6 p.m. : 5:30 p.m.

Rockland Preserve Advisory Committee

Tuesday,Sept.16

Board of Education Finance Committee

Board of Education Policy Committee

Board of Assessment Appeals

Board of Education

Wednesday,Sept.17

Ad Hoc Affordable Housing Committee

Commission Ad Hoc Facilities Committee Planning and Zoning Commission

KILLINGWORTH TOWN MEETINGS

Monday,Sept.15

Commission Zoning Board of Appeals

Tuesday,Sept.16

Wednesday,Sept.17

RSD #17 Board of Education Planning and Zoning Commission Lower CT River Valley Council of Govt.-Metro Planning Org. and Council of Govts Thursday,Sept.18 Thursday,Sept.11

Water Pollution Control Authority : 7 p.m. : 6 p.m. : 6:30 p.m. : 7 p.m.

NOTE: Call the town clerk at 860-6631765, ext. 502, or visit www.townofkilling worth.com to learn how to participate in the following meetings: : 7 p.m. : 7 p.m. : 5:30 p.m.

RSD #17 Board of Education Communications Committee

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Obituaries

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Justine Rutan

Madison

Justine Theresa Becker Rutan passed away on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, at the age of 95. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family and her faith.

Justine was predeceased by her beloved husband, Everett J. Rutan Jr.; as well as her siblings, Dorothy Becker Neville, Edward Becker, and Robert Becker. She was the last of her generation in the family.

Justine was known for her love and dedication to her children and their spouses: Everett J. Rutan III (Carol Barkauskus Rutan), Christopher G. Rutan (Noriko Kawakami), Mark J. Rutan (Leslie Shomaker Rutan), Stephen A. Rutan (Camille Babineau Rutan), Elizabeth “Betsy” Rutan Bruhn (Wayne Bruhn), and Justine “Tina” Rutan Dolan (Michael Dolan). She will be remembered lovingly by them, as well as her 17 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Her love and pride in her family were reflected in the many photographs on display in her home.

Born Dec. 14, 1929, to Wendel and Elizabeth (Eyth) Becker, Justine grew up in Queens, New York, during the Great Depression. She earned a BA from Queens College in New York City. She married Everett on June 2, 1951, and after several moves they landed in Madison in 1965, with their six children in tow.

It had been her dream to live near the beach, and summers were joyfully spent at the Surf Club in Madison. When her sister Dorothy would visit with her eight children, a day at the beach was spent counting heads as each wave rolled in. Her love of swimming meant

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that her children endured 7 a.m. Red Cross swimming lessons on chilly, foggy summer mornings—but they are all decent swimmers!

Education was so important to Justine that she worked part-time throughout the years to help cover the cost of her children’s parochial school education at Our Lady of Mercy Country Day School, Xavier High School, and Mercy High School, and later, college tuition. Following the sudden death of Everett in 1981, Justine went back to school at night and studied computer science. She then worked for several years as a software engineer while her two daughters finished college. Her commitment was an integral part of who she was and inspired her children and grandchildren to pursue higher education.

Justine was a long-standing member of Saint Margaret Church in Madison, serving as a Eucharistic minister, as well as volunteering in several other capacities. Her steadfast faith guided her through the upheavals in her life, and she never wavered in her devotion to her faith and the Catholic Church. Known simply as “Gram,” Justine will be remembered for her love of her ever-growing family; her love of music, the beach, swimming, cooking, knitting, and sewing; and the quilts she made for each granddaughter as they headed off to college. All were welcome at Gram’s; every new family addition was celebrated. There is no better testament to, and celebration of, Justine’s life than the loving family she leaves behind.

A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Oct. 2 at Saint Margaret Church in Madison. All are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, www.michaeljfox.org.

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Guilford Art Center is now accepting applications for its holiday 2025 expo. Applications are open to artists and crafters from the local community, Connecticut, and New England who work in various media, including but not limited to ceramics, woodworking, glass, jewelry, metalwork, stationery, leather goods, personal care items, candles, homewares, textiles, and fiber arts. For more information or an application,  visit guilfordartcenter.org.

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The Guilford Art League (GAL) holds its 77th annual juried exhibit and  sale at the Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, through Saturday, Sept. 27. The show is juried by Laura Leonard, curator at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford. For more information, call co-chairs Brooke Sheldon at 203-745-7803 or Sheila Kaczmarek at 203645-8827.

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Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Shoreline Family-to-Family is a free, ninesession education program for family, partners, friends, and significant others of adults living with mental illness. This free in-person class runs weekly from Monday, Sept. 15, through Monday, Nov. 10. The class takes place 6:15 to 8:45 p.m. at the Soundview Family YMCA, 628 East Main Street, Branford. The course is designed to help family members understand and support their loved one living with mental illness, while maintaining their own well-being. The course includes information on schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, and other mental health conditions. The program is taught by trained teachers who are also family members and know what it is like to have a loved one living with mental illness. For more information visit NAMIct.org or contact Carol 203-444-5253.

Hand Roof Work Tops $11.9M Capital Plan

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Daniel Hand High School roof, scheduled for summer 2027. Anderson told the committee the 97,000-square-foot roof has reached the end of its 20- to 30year life span, due in part to deterioration of its granulated cap sheets.

“The granules are the only thing that protects paper from the sun,” Anderson said. “There is, quite frankly, no protection of large sections of the roof. The sun is directly beaming down on the asphalt paper, which is very quickly deteriorating.”

He added that much of the roof shows blistering, and some of the pitches meant to guide water to drains have settled into standing water. He said leaks are likely to be discovered once work begins.

Plans for the replacement are already under way. The district expects to save both time and money by using original roof designs. District Construction Manager Ben Whittaker said, “We have the CAD [computer-aided design] files from the original roof construction in 2003, so when we engage an architect to draft

plans and specs for the new roof, using the original drawings as baselines will save them time and money during design.”

Anderson said the new roof would be similar in construction to the one recently installed at Neck River Elementary School. The town also expects to be reimbursed for 25% of the cost.

Another major Hand project is a full site pavement restoration scheduled for 2030, the final year of the five-year plan. When asked why pavement restoration at both Hand and Walter C. Polson Middle School was not bundled, Anderson told the committee that “the economy of scale wasn’t really there” to combine the projects, even on a shared campus.

Other planned projects at Hand include furniture replacement, a new emergency generator, and energy efficiency upgrades such as new lighting and solar panels.

At Polson, Anderson said the walk-in coolers are in “rough shape” and need replacement to prevent food spoilage. Replacement of library furniture is also scheduled.

For Brown Elementary School, the plan includes a long-needed kitchen renovation as well as window replacements.

Recurring expenditures in the broader CIP include $75,000 annually for districtwide security measures and $25,000 for facilities planning and engineering. BOE member Diane InfantineVyce asked Anderson if the committee could review itemized use of past security funding to evaluate whether the annual allocation remains necessary, particularly in light of upgrades at Hand and Polson and the closure of J. Milton Jeffrey and Kathleen Ryerson elementary schools.

On the planning and engineering line, Anderson said the $25,000 represents a “forward-thinking” and “preventive maintenance” measure. Allocating funds in advance, he said, provides flexibility to extend the utility of a building component and avoid costly emergency repairs.

“That’s where I see the future of the planning and engineering money going,” Anderson said.

Anastasi Named Madison Newcomers Club President

The Madison Newcomers Club has named Katie Anastasi president for the 2025–26 year.

Open to all new residents, the club offers social events, volunteer opportunities, and special interest groups ranging from book clubs and hiking to family outings and fitness activities. Since its founding in 1968, it has provided a welcoming space for individuals and families to meet new people, support local businesses, and take part in community life.

“The Madison Newcomers Club has been a huge part of my family’s transition to this community,” Anastasi said. “I’m excited to help newcomers feel the same sense of belonging and connection that we did. As president, I’m committed to continuing the tradition of building lasting relationships and supporting the vibrant local causes that make Madison such a special place.”

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Originally from Minnesota, Anastasi relocated to Madison from Rhode Island after getting married. She previously served as the club’s social chair, organizing events such as Oktoberfest celebrations and family-focused summer socials.

Members of the club take part in local initiatives including the Bauer Park Harvest Festival, the Halloween Monster Mash at the Madison Arts Barn, and the annual Touch-A-Truck event, which raises scholarship funds for Daniel Hand High School students. The club also collaborates with local businesses to provide new residents with welcome bags filled with discounts and local goods.

Individuals and families who have moved to Madison in the past seven years are invited to join. The first general meeting of the 2025–26 season will be held Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Madison Earth Care, 1250 Durham Road. For more information, visit www. madisonnewcomersct.com.

Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore (LVVS) is accepting applications for its fall 2025 tutor training workshop. No experience is needed, only a desire to learn another culture and help someone in the community. Through a 14-hour program conducted over eight sessions, individuals learn how to teach English to adult residents from around the world who want to learn or improve their English language skills. Potential tutors can choose one of two sessions, 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 7 to 8:30 p.m. The morning session is held in person at the LVVS office in the Westbrook Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive, while the evening session is a hybrid of in-person and virtual meetings via Zoom. The next training session runs from Thursday, Sept. 25, through Thursday, Oct. 30. An online self-facilitated training option is available for those unable to attend the in-person workshop. A $35 donation is requested for the training materials provided. To apply, visit www.lvvs.org. For more information, contact the LVVS office at 860-399-0280 or jargersinger@lvvs.org.

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Maya Kadel: Providing Mental Health Support for the Community

“A lot of the time it’s me following up with individuals who have had some sort of interaction with the police to see how I can support them. A lot of the time, officers who are interacting with people, they’ll refer [people] to me they think could benefit from social work services. Maybe they’re in crisis, dealing with a mental health challenge, or in need of some sort of support.”

While police officers do receive extensive training in meeting mental health needs, they don’t often have the “time or resources to be able to do follow-up services with these people they’re interacting with,” says Maya.

“They’ll interact with someone in crisis and they’ll deescalate it, but that’s it,” she says. “Then they leave, and then what about next week, when it happens again? If I’m able to come in, I’m able to [provide] an intervention and say, ‘What is missing here, what is the challenge here, and how can I help?’”

Numbers cited by Maya reflect not only the mental health needs among many Madison residents, but also those who have benefited from the responsibilities of her role.

“Since January, I’ve served about 170 people in the community who are going through some type of crisis. Along with that, there has been a decrease in repeat callers, because I’ve been able to intervene and help assist them,” she says.

After the follow-up communication, Maya will make the appropriate appointment to further support that person depending on their situation and age. She will help direct people toward long-term therapy, senior social services, or shortterm crisis counseling—all to guide them through whatever difficult time they are enduring.

As part of the outreach social worker’s position within the police department, a Madison Community Care Team is also being developed, “another bridging-thegap of all the different services Madison has,” says Maya. The team consists of

members from the departments of Beach and Recreation, Senior Services, Health, and Fire, and provides “cohesive” communication and collaboration for individuals in crisis and to direct them to the appropriate services.

Broadly, Maya enjoys being involved in social work and supporting the mental health of others. She comes from a family of medical professionals and “realized pretty early on that I wanted to go into a helping profession.”

“I’ve always been interested in mental health and psychology. I want to help them any way I can. And recently, mental health care has been significantly emphasized. I really want everyone to feel validated in their feelings and what they’re experiencing. I want them to know that even though sometimes it might seem like the world’s against them, I’m here to support them.”

Everyone Loves Jeffrey

Story by Carol Andrecs

Jeffrey, a brown, black and tan tabby, is a faithful room greeter, always ready to get pets, treats and the attention he craves. He was a stray cat who was observed on a home surveillance camera late at night, looking lost and confused. Handsome Jeffrey is a sweet and friendly boy who just wants a permanent home where he will be loved and treated like a member of your family. Could that be your home? For an appointment to meet Jeffrey, apply online at www.forgottenfelinesct.org.

Find Your Match at Forgotten Felines:

Forgotten Felines holds an Open House every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook. No appointment is necessary.

Forgotten Felines is run entirely by dedicated volunteers with no paid staff. We are always in desperate need of volunteers to help care for the cats and keep our facility clean and organized. If you can donate your time, it will be very rewarding and much appreciated. Call the volunteer line at 860-669-1347 or send an email to volunteerinfo@forgottenfelinesct.org.

ArtExhibitandSaleatScranton

The E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Road, Madison, is holding a photographic art exhibit and sale by Frank Bartlett Sr. from Thursday, Sept. 11 through Friday, Oct. 10. An opening reception will take place on Sept. 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more information, email Frank@thechurchillgallery.com.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Wendy M. Ricker (25-0239)

The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 15, 2025, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

John K. Doheny, 453 Bartlett Drive, Madison, CT 06443

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ShorelineSoulWelcomesSingers

Shoreline Soul welcomes singers for an uplifting community choral gospel workshop. Led by professional singer Angela Clemmons, this five-session workshop will run through the fall and culminate in a concert in December. All sessions are upbeat, engaging, and designed for singers of all levels. There is no sheet music—songs are taught by ear, and practice recordings will be provided. While the workshop is geared towards adults, youth who can follow lyric sheets are also invited to join. The five sessions take place from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. on Mondays, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Oct. 27, and Nov. 17. The concert, which is free and open to the public, will be on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m., with a preconcert rehearsal at 1:15 p.m. The workshop and concert will take place at the First Congregational Church, 122 Broad Street, Guilford. The workshop registration fee is $85 for early registration by Monday, Sept. 15, or $95 thereafter. Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged, but registration is only complete after payment has been received. For more information, contact 203-619-1415 or shorelinesoul@gmail.com.

NevertooEarlytoPlayandLearn

The Killingworth Nursery School, located on the lower level of the Congregational Church of Killingworth at 273 Route 81, announces it welcomes children for its Terrific Tots program. Terrific Tots is available one day a week for two-year-old kids and a parent or caregiver. Classes are held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays based on the preference of families. The program is a 10-week session and there are three sessions per year. Terrific Tots serves as a transition for young children in preparation for preschool. Children will be guided through activities, art, songs, stories, exploration, and outdoor play. For more information, contact 860-3913130 or killingworthnurseryschool@yahoo.com, or visit killingworthnurseryschool.com.

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The Exchange Club of Madison welcomes new members. The club is part of a national organization whose missions include Americanism and the prevention of child abuse. The club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of every month at the American Legion Griswold Post 79, located at 43 Bradley Road, Madison. For more information, call Nancy Smith at 914-3200510 or Sean Heenan at 337-353-8287.

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Women & Family Life Center (W&FLC) is hosting its Restart Divorce Support Group, a divorce support group facilitated by relationship and divorce coach Thea Bourke. The group will meet 6 p.m. on Tuesdays from Sept. 16 through Oct. 21 (no meet on Sept. 23) at W&FLC, 96 Fair Street, Guilford. W&FLC services are free to residents of Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Durham, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, Middlefield, North Branford, North Haven, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. To access services at W&FLC, participants must complete an intake process with a referral navigator. For more information or to register, call 203-4586699 or visit womenandfamilylife.org.

Nature-lovingVolunteersNeeded

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.

FoodWorthTasting

The 2025 Worth Tasting Event, a series of downtown culinary walking tours in New Haven, continues through Saturday, Dec. 13. The food-tasting tour is led by Stephen Fries, food columnist, professor of hospitality management. The tour lasts four hours and includes stops at six to eight restaurants and eateries in the Elm City. Tours depart 10:30 a.m. from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple Street. The remaining tours will be held on Saturdays, Sept. 13, Oct. 25, and Dec. 13 (holiday tour). Parking is available at the Crown Street or Temple Street Garage in New Haven. Tickets cost $80 each, except for the December tour, which is $85. Service fees apply. Reservations are required. For more information or to make a reservation, call 203-415-3519 or visit worthtasting.co/newhaven.

FallFestival

Bishop's Orchards continues its annual Fall Festival through Sunday, Nov. 2, featuring apple picking, corn maze, activity area, wagon rides, cider, and more. The festival takes place at Bishop’s Orchards in the big red barn, 480 New England Road, Guilford, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit bishopsorchards.com.

SingingVoicesWanted

The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, conducted by Samuel Tucker and accompanied by a 10-piece orchestra under the direction of Alan Dougherty, is currently seeking individuals to join its expanding alto, tenor, and bass sections. No auditions or prior experience are required—only a passion for singing and a commitment to the ensemble is necessary. Rehearsals are held every Tuesday from 6:45 to 9 p.m. at St. Francis Church, Msgr. Fox Parish Hall, 10 Elm Street, Middletown, with breaks during the winter holidays and summer months. Singers will rehearse in preparation for the concert scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. at Portland High School. New members may enroll through Tuesday, Sept. 16. For more information, call 860342-3120 or visit vocalchords20.org.

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Obituaries

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Obituary Marcia Stone

Madison

Marcia Ruth Nichols Stone, 75, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Aug. 31, 2025.

Born on Nov. 8, 1949, in Middletown, she was the beloved daughter of the late Edward and Ruth (Nilson) Nichols. Marcia was raised in Madison and graduated from Daniel Hand High School in 1967. She went on to earn her degree from Becker College in 1969.

Marcia dedicated 25 years of her professional life as the financial administrator for the First Congregational Church of Madison, a place that was truly her spiritual and community home. Her life was one of devotion—to her family, her community, and her faith.

A committed volunteer, Marcia gave generously of her time and talents. She served on PTO boards at Island Avenue, Jeffrey, and Academy Street schools, and took on leadership roles as secretary, treasurer, and president of the former Madison Civic Women. She was president and, most recently, treasurer of the Charlotte Evarts Memorial Archives, as well as a charter member and past president of the American Legion Auxiliary.

Her deepest commitment, however,

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was to the First Congregational Church of Madison. Over the years, she was a church school teacher and church historian, and served faithfully on the Church Council, Christian Education Committee, Adult Ministry, and Women’s League Board. She also held roles as assistant treasurer, treasurer, chair of the Church School Committee, and chair of the 2007 300th Anniversary Committee.

Marcia will be remembered for her love of chocolate, her creativity with knitting, sewing, quilting, and drawing house plans, and her passion for family genealogy.

She is survived by her loving husband, Walter E. Stone III; her daughters, Sarah (Tony) Lugo of New Haven and Rebecca Stone of Madison; her cherished granddaughter, Ryan; and her brother, Kenneth (Martha) Nichols of Middletown. She was predeceased by her brothers, Donald and Paul Nichols.

Calling hours were held on Sept. 5 at Swan Funeral Home in Madison. Funeral services followed on Sept. 6 at the First Congregational Church of Madison, with burial immediately after at West Cemetery.

The Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL) has opened registration for its fall programs online at ssill.org. The annual membership fee is $35 covering September through June, with benefits that include single talks costing $3 and classes that meet more than once costing $5. SSILL  was initiated by Paula Schiller with the purpose to provide area adults with meaningful and educational programs while fostering a sense of community. SSILL is run by an unpaid slate of officers with an advisory board and several committees and welcomes anyone looking to volunteer. It is affiliated with the Road Scholar Network and sponsored by the Guilford Parks, Recreation, and Seniors and the Madison Senior Services. For more information or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

NewHavenBalletTrainingOpportunities

New Haven Ballet announces its classical ballet training opportunities in its student division, designed for dancers ages 8 to 19. The program blends rigorous classical technique with diverse sessions and performance opportunities to cultivate strong, expressive dancers. The Student Division curriculum includes pointe and repertory classes, as well as workshops spanning classical, neo-classical, contemporary, and lyrical dance styles. Registration is open for the upcoming season. For more information, contact New Haven Ballet at 203-782-9038 or administrator@newhavenballet.org, or visit newhavenballet.org.

Obituary

Charles William Crain Guilford

On Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, Charles William “Bill” Crain, 84, longtime resident of Guilford, passed away peacefully at the Beach House surrounded by his loving family. He was a lover of life and is now enjoying beautiful golf courses in the sky. He was the best husband ever to Sharon “Sugie” Cheek Crain.

Bill was born in Bloomington, Illinois, on March 12, 1941, son of the late Mr. Charles and Mrs. Helen Crain. His family was his entire world—with a side of golf, Coca-Cola, his speedy red car, and Duke basketball.

He was a loving father of Wesley Crain, Eric Crain, Saowalack Arnold, and Tammy Kuypers, including loving spouses Jon Kuypers, Caitlin Crain, and Shawn Arnold. He also shared his love with his grandchildren: Timothy, Jeremy, and Zachary Bui; Bon Ponchareon; Jake, Will, and Peter Kuypers; Seamus and Lilia Crain; and greatgrandchild Summer Ponchareon. He welcomed Kimmi Bui as a daughter and Li Rui as his granddaughter. He was a caring big brother to Carol White. He was predeceased by grandson Kitt Ponchareon and loving in-laws Mimi and Daddy Bill Cheek.

He loved his family and made a point to tell them he loved and appreciated them as often as possible, showing them with a listening ear, a big “humongous” hug, and unconditional love. To merely say that Bill cared deeply for those around him would be an understatement—as he proved every day, supporting, challenging, uplifting, advising, and, for some, truly saving.

“If every child had a father just like him, the world would be a better place!”

Bill was a lifelong learner who led with the belief that “there are no problems, only solutions.” He was a graduate of Bloomington High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Duke University and a master’s degree in business from Stanford University. He worked as an intern at Mobil in London, was a brand manager at General Mills, and was the owner of Buxton Leather. He served as CEO of Child Guidance, Platt and Munk, Lee Jeans, and London Fog, and was a partner with Prime Genesis.

Bill adored his loving wife, “Sugie,” of 64 magical years. He and Sugie had many adventures beginning in Illinois, where they met at the age of 16. They married at 20 and shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and fun. Their journey took them to Palo Alto, California; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Cincinnati, Ohio; White Plains, New York; West Hartford, Connecticut; Kansas City, Kansas; and finally Guilford, Connecticut. He was passionate about travel. They traveled the world together—learning about different cultures, languages, and forming lasting friendships. He passed that immense love of the world on to his children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchild. Closer to home, he cherished trips to Horseshoe Bend for Thanksgiving, The Cottages in Michigan—enjoying family by the lake since he was a little boy—and then the “Beach House” of 50 years in Guilford. He is remembered by his entire family for being a principled man of integrity, for his strong values, and for his big heart. He told his grandchildren, “Try your best in school and in life, but the most important thing is the good kid side.” Character, he believed, was more important than accomplishments. He often said, “You get what you give.” Bill gave so incredibly much—he will be getting back love for eternity.

He lived a meaningful life, full of family and friends. Please raise a glass of Coke this Friday night and enjoy a slice of pepperoni pizza in memory of Bill Crain, C.W. Crain, Dad, Granddad, Uncle Bill.

As Bill prioritized helping others, the family asks that you do the same—go out and do something that helps others. If you feel so moved, reach out and tell us about it, or share a story or remembrance of Bill.

There will be no memorial service. The family feels the Celebration of Life took place this past June during the Beach House 50th party. Bill so enjoyed everyone he saw and every minute of family and friends coming together. The sunshine, the love, and the good food shared filled him up.

He loved children. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either YMCA Camp Abnaki or the Pearl S. Buck Foundation.

A special thanks to Connecticut Hospice for their caring work and dedication to a respectful and peaceful end of life.

Shore Publishing’s annual Beacon Awards recognize outstanding individuals who selflessly step up to help fulfill the Shoreline community’s promise as a place of opportunity, well-being, and safety for all.

Each year we recognize, honor, and thank these distinguished members of the community for all they do at a dinner and celebration event in October.

Bill Stableford (Madison)

Christina Zarotney (Old Saybrook)

Cinzia Lettieri (Clinton)

Doreen Shirley (Madison)

Jaye Carlson (Guilford)

Jim Lockhart (Deep River)

Laura Francis (Madison)

Lorena Venegas (East Haven)

Maureen Westbrook (Deep River)

Michael Lawton (Westbrook)

Michael Rafferty (Old Saybrook)

Patrick Bryan (Chester)

Peggy Adler (Clinton)

Tim Gannon (Killingworth)

Vincent Giordano (Branford)

Soccer Wins a Pair, Volleyball Splits the Week

By Gabby Maljanian

Sports Editor

Boys’ Soccer

The Hand boys’ soccer team opened the season at home vs. Shelton on Sept. 2 and won 2-1. It was a game in which the Tigers were able to create a high number of chances, taking +12 shots on goal. Hand goalkeeper Billy Shay made two big saves to keep momentum with the Tigers, and goals from Wes Long and Charlie Mannix helped lead Hand to the victory.

“We played with great energy and focus through much of the match,” said Head Coach Mike Shirley. “What we did in this

match is a great foundation for us to work from as a team going into this season.”

The team then traveled to Sheehan on Sept. 5 and won 5-0.

Volleyball

The Hand volleyball team opened the season at Mercy on Sept. 2 and won 3-2.

Hand fell short in the first two sets, rattled after one of the starting players, Mavis Perry, went down with an ankle injury. However, Hand persevered and came back to win the final three sets of the match. The Tigers lost the second set 24-26 but had the momentum in the second half of the set. Captains Ava Bonalsky and Grace Burton were instrumental in keeping the team positive and continuing that momentum leading into the third set. Throughout the match, Mercy had strong defense and targeted Hand’s setter for its offense. Lena Aguzzi responded well with 13 digs and was supported by Madi Ruffo and Caroline Keating, who handled the out of systems situations. This enabled Hand to continue

to run a strong offense featuring seniors Bonalsky, Burton, and Hailey Yahara. Burton (outside hitter) had - 10 kills, six aces. Yahara, (outside hitter) added 12 kills, and Aguzzi (setter) had eight aces, 20 assists, 13 digs. Ruffo (libero) also contributed with 10 digs, five aces.

Two days later, the team played host to Guilford and lost 3-0. Hand struggled to get momentum against its rival. While the game featured some very long rallies with strong defense from both teams, Hand was ultimately overpowered by Guilford’s height.

Bonalsky (middle hitter) recorded 13 digs, two kills, while Ruffo recorded 12 digs. Aguzzi added 11 digs, three kills.

Photo courtesy of DHHS Boys Soccer

Pictured is the Hand boys' soccer team that won its first two games of the season last week.

Boys’

When Birds Fly Off, Hookups Soar

Late summer weather and cooler temperatures are building up to transition into fall. Movement of the fishery is noticeably evident in the change of feeding frequency and voracity. We are seeing it in striped bass feedinglarger bluefish chopping away and large brown sharks expanding their food preferences after dropping their pups and setting sights on their southerly migration. What fishers are really looking forward to is the Fall Run and when hardtails will move deeper into the Sound.

We remember last September when huge blitzes of chopper blues and hungry stripers raged on for several days, as seagulls were frantically diving and bottlenose dolphins could be seen porpoising in the background. Even some of the harbor seals got into the act - but at a safe distance. It was an amazing fishing experience and a sight to behold!

A similar feel is in the air. Brought about by an early drop in air and water temperatures, anticipation is that the same type of explosive action will re-occuronly a bit earlier. Keeping an eye on the bird migration in the Sound, it can clue anglers in to the timing, since that picks up almost immediately, driven by cold fronts. The first three weeks of September are generally the peak periods for many migrating species. However, the timing and intensity of migration explosions depend on specific weather patterns such as cold fronts and tailwinds that can negatively affect a migration until the front passes and favorable northerly winds develop. For example, rain and overcast skies can delay such events by concentrating birds on land, suggesting a delay of fish movement as well.

To get a jump on the Fall Run, carefully monitor the passing of any cold front, and then, with your gear in top shape, hit the briny. Since our ecosystem is intertwined with a host species, migrations will occur as water temperatures drop. Along the coast, striped bass will begin to move south along the coast from northern New England and eventually return to the mid-Atlantic. Other species will move out to the Continental Shelf and then south

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to Florida, or in some cases, into the Gulf of America and farther down into the tropics.

With respect to Long Island Sound, we are mostly concerned with fish species that take up summer residence. When a change in seasons approach, they move from the shallows of the shoreline into deeper water, consistent with water temperature changes, until they are eventually driven to completely leave the Sound, or, in the case of semihibernating or holdover fish, move to more tolerable conditions and stay over winter.

Excitement kicks in when sportfish like striped bass, bluefish, bonito, false albacore, etc. duck into Long Island Sound during their Fall Run to gorge themselves with food and store enough energy to sustain them in their journey. During these frenzies, attention is focused on forage, and fishers find themselves in the midst of water boiling over with fish, diving gulls, uncontrollable hookups, and pieces/parts flying everywhere. And then it’s over as the water calms down, breaking fish disappear, and gulls fade away in the distance.

On The Water

A large area of high pressure prevailed from the Great Lakes east into the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast states before building offshore. High pressure weakened, giving way to a frontal system that brought unsettled weather, a drop in barometric pressure, and some needed rain. Sun mixed with clouds (and a day of precipitation that sneaked in) saw air temperatures hit the 80s, with most of the days being around the mid-to-high 70s. Long Island Sound mostly saw around south/southwest five to 10-knot winds accompanied by relatively calm one to two-foot seas.

In one sense, we have seen a drop in air and water temperatures that should be a prelude to the Fall Run of fish piling into Long Island Sound. On the other hand, fish have yet to respond accordingly. There have been a

few hints along with a couple of teases, but a good portion of the action is taking place on the outskirts with limited frenzy action within the Sound - even with the Full Harvest Moon.

What is happening is a ground fishery continuing to build momentum. Whether adult brown sharks are now directly eating chunks of bait by day rather than also being turned on by a hooked striped bass being reeled in, those sharks are putting a hurting on gear and fishermen alike. Nevertheless, seven to eight-footers are being caught or attempting to be reeled in before freeing themselves. In other cases, stripers are being bitten in two. Similarly, cownose stingrays are also putting up an unexpected fight, and, of course, striped bass over 40” are doing their thing as expected. Add chopper bluefish to the mix, and one can imagine a groundswell of activity. Added to the activity are weakfish and snapper blues that have hiked into another size class - 6” or better.

Even though four-pound black sea bass are tough to pull up for fishers looking for table filets and freezer food, these sought-after legal beauties are being caught once schools are located. A good anchored or drifted fish hooked with a rig or jig tipped with squid, fishers are looking to max out if able to avoid too many shorts. Porgies definitely have the upper hand in that battle. Despite the quantity of small fish, slabs are being caught with regularity. Some deep, others not so. Squid, seaworms, and scented bait strips are all attracting these aggressive feeders. However, be it seasonal shortages due to worked-over beds, bad tides, overseas exports, or a strike for more money, the sandworm market continues to be disruptive, as anglers move to other successful, stable bait choices. Flukers are working hard to land a doormat - less of a struggle is a mini, but all-in-all, there remain shorts and fish from 17 to 22” working their way across the Sound.

Experienced blue crabbers look to September for some of the best crabbing in the estuaries, meaning big jimmies for all the good eating and sauce-making ahead.

So far, so good for the scoopers, hand-liners, and trappers. Prompted by this good weather, it has been a hotbed of activity in the bays for the clammers. If you clam or have not been scratching in a while, now is the time! Fall is in the air, and inland waters are teeming with fish and anglers looking to hook a personal best. Trout stocking is underway, and catch/release areas should be checked out. Over 60,000 trout (brook, brown, rainbow, tiger) and roughly 2,000 Atlantic salmon across 38 lakes/ponds and 37 river/stream sections will be stocked. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are biting along with pickerel, northern pike, panfish, and the normal bottom feeders - catfish, carp, etc. From natural baits to artificials, including scented baits and flies, now is a great time to begin to seek out your personal best.

Tournament: The Eighth Annual Tightlined Slam 2025 is set for Friday, Oct. 10 to Sunday, Oct. 12. This fly and light tackle event to be held in Western Long Island Sound has proven to be a crowd pleaser as well as a popular conservation-oriented tournament held on our waters. This full four-person team and two-person skiff division focuses on striped bass, bluefish, and hardtails -

with an awards event to follow along with a raffle and silent auction. To register or for more info, check out tightlinedslam.com, or contact Taylor Ingraham at 203856-9750.

Note: Email us pics of your catches to share with our USA and International fishing friends who keep up with the latest fishing news and frequent social media.

For all things fishy, including the latest gear, flies/fly fishing, rods/reels, clam/crabbing supplies, fishing trips, 2025 licenses/permits, and much more, swing by the shop located at 21 Boston Post Road, Madison, or call 203-245-8665 for updated summer hours. Until next time from your Connecticut shoreline’s full-service fishing outfitter, Authorized Penn Premium Dealer, and promoter of the Daiwa Tournament Program, where we don’t make the fisherman, we make the fisherman better.

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Photo courtesy of Captain Morgan Farley Fitton (10) of Guilford had a great sailing day by the Block Island windmills, as it turned even greater when he hooked into this chopper bluefish on a Penn setup fished with a Zakana jig.

Schedules

HAND

Friday, Sept. 12: at Guilford at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: vs. Hall at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: vs. Amity at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 13: at St. Joseph at 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 16: vs. West Haven at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: vs. Notre Dame-West Haven at 6 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: at Guilford at 4 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 12: at Jonathan Law at 5:15 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: at East Haven at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 17: at West Haven at 5:15 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: vs. Lyman Hall at 6 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 13: at Cromwell at 8 a.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 16: vs. Fairfield Prep, Branford, Sheehan at 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 16: at Guilford at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Sept 18: at Amity at 6:30 p.m.

H-K

Friday, Sept. 12: vs. Capital Prep at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 13: vs. Brien McMahon at 11 a.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 16: at Old Saybrook at 4 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: at Valley Regional at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 12: at Morgan at 5:30 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15: vs. Coginchaug at 4 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 17: at Lyme-Old Lyme at 5:30 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 15; vs. Cromwell at 3:45 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: vs. East Hampton at 3:45 p.m.

Boys’ Soccer

Friday, Sept. 12: vs. Morgan at 3:45 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 18: at East Hampton at 4 p.m.

Girls’ Swimming and Diving

Monday, Sept. 15: at Ledyard/St. Bernard at 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 17: at Waterford at 3:45 p.m.

AAUWShorelineOpens2025FallScholarshipAward

The AAUW Shoreline Branch welcomes applications for the 2025 fall scholarship award. Women of all ages may apply. Applicants must have completed at least 60 credits of study at an accredited college or university by the time the scholarship is awarded and must have a GPA of at least 3.0. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time or part-time. They must be residents of the Connecticut Shoreline (Branford, North Branford, Guilford, Madison, Clinton, Killingworth, or Westbrook) and cannot be related to an AAUW Shoreline Branch member. Scholarships are based on a student's financial need, academic performance, and personal qualifications. Completed applications must be received by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information or an application, email AAUW at pellegriniusa@gmail.com.

H-K Cross Country Places Well in Opening Meet

By Gabby Maljanian

Sports Editor

Cross Country

On Sept. 6, the Haddam-Killingworth boys’ and girls’ cross country teams had their first meet of the 2025 season, as they traveled to Warwick, NY to compete in the Warwick Wave Mania Invitational against over 40 teams from New York and New Jersey.

The girls’ team raced well on the 3.1 mile course, overcoming the heat and humidity to place first overall as a team in the Varsity 2 race, scoring 80 points. The girls were led by senior co-captain Grace Mitchell who crossed the line in a time of 21:02 to place 12th in the race. She was quickly followed by teammates Emi Schweitzer in 14th (21:12) and senior Julia Downing who ran 21:17 to place 16th. Not far behind was senior co-captain Amelia Riggs in 23rd (21:40) and senior Delaney Aronson in 26th (21:47) to round out the team scoring.

In the girls freshman race, Alyssa Behnke won the individual title, crossing the line in first place in a time of 9:12 for the 1.5 mile course.

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Competing against three of the top 20 ranked teams in New York state, the boys’ team raced well to place second overall as a team and scoring 52 points- just behind NY No. 1 ranked team Chaminade High School with 37 points. Also battling the oppressive heat and humidity, the boys’ team was led by junior Evan Berardino, who placed fourth in the race in a time of 16:46 for the 5,000 meter course. Following him was a tight pack of H-K runners led by senior co-captain Anthony Frederickson in eighth (17:05), senior Dan McCourt in 11th (17:25), senior Alex Frederickson in 14th (17:29), and sophomore Trey Downing in 15th (17:32).

The cross country team will next be in action on Saturday, Sept. 13 as they travel to Somers, NY to compete in the Somers Big Red Invitational.

Photo courtesy of Matt Diglio

Pictured is the H-K girls' cross country team with its first place championship plaque at the Warwick Wave Mania Invitational in New York.

The Day Presents

The 2025 College Fair at Great Wolf Lodge

Join us Saturday, September 27 from 10 am. to 2 p.m. for a dynamic, one-day college fair at the brand-new Great Wolf Lodge in Mashantucket. Designed to bring together students, families, and educational institutions from across the Northeast, this event offers a fresh, inspiring approach to the college search process— set in a venue families will love.

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Attendees will meet with admissions reps, explore academic options, and gather helpful resources—all in one convenient, family-friendly setting. All participants will receive a printed College Fair Guide with important takeaway information. Other highlights include prize giveaways, an engaging atmosphere, and discounted lodging at Great Wolf Lodge.

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Title: Multimedia Sales Executive

Salary: $40,000-$100,000 (includes commission)

Effective Date: September 3, 2025

Position Summary:

Department: Advertising

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Incumbent in this position is responsible for prospecting, qualifying, selling, and closing new clients to increase revenue within designated territory. Incumbent will leverage our extensive portfolio of both print and digital services and audience insights to create and recommend personalized multimedia marketing campaigns for our business customers, connecting them to prime prospects and maximizing their return on investment.

Essential Duties:

Collaborate with marketing representatives to fully understand product and communication needs. Identify, locate, and develop new customers through a variety of methods including networking and cold calls. Maintain existing relationships with customers. Partner with customers to help them reach their goals, owning the entire sales process from start to finish. Create and recommend products and services that meet the customer’s needs, based off a Customer Needs Analysis.

Provide exceptional customer service, maintaining the highest levels of personal and professional behavior in the market and in the workplace. Provides information, quotes, credit terms, and other bid specifications to clients. Develop and demonstrate knowledge of The Days sales and marketing portfolio, including newspaper products, digital marketing services and non-traditional offerings (events, promotions, etc.).

Consistently meet and strive to exceed print and digital revenue targets. Regularly communicate with management and completion of all required sales process activities. Embrace new products or programs as the company continues to diversify and test new revenue streams.

Other Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Confidentiality:

Maintains confidentiality records and information.

Conduct:

Always Represents The Day and Shore Publishing Company in a professional and courteous manner.

Dependability:

Regularly attend and are punctual for work.

Supervision Received:

Reports to Regional Advertising Manager.

Supervision Exercised: None.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of competitive media landscape; use for new business development and sales analysis.

Ability to prospect new business via cold calling and other prospecting techniques including social media where applicable. Highly motivated, self-starting individual with initiative and drive to succeed.

Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and the ability to build and deliver effective presentations. Strong networking and community involvement skills.

Eagerness to learn, continually seeking to improve sales skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to details.

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Travel to meet with clients or potential clients.

The Lesson of 9/11: Good Prevails Over Evil

By Maria Caulfield

Editor

It’s hard to believe that 24 years have passed since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the United States that resulted in the loss of thousands of lives in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

It was one of those upsetting events about which people would say the memory is etched in their minds: the day they learned that hijackers commandeered four airplanes and used them as missiles to crash into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and on an empty field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

That day was more than history to me. It was part of my family’s shared ordeal. It was a personal nightmare I never could have imagined would happen.

At the time of the attacks, I lived with my husband, Brian, and our infant son, Stephen, in a one-bedroom, rent-controlled apartment in downtown Manhattan located five blocks from the World Trade Center. Our apartment was so close to the World Trade Center that our small balcony on the 17th floor had the view of the top floors of the twin towers.

My husband and I felt we were incredibly blessed with our family life in early September 2001. We had been married a little over three years, and Stephen was turning a year old later that month. Brian had just started a new job at the Knights of Columbus in New Haven, and we were in the process of searching for a home in Connecticut.

In the meantime, there was a birthday party to plan for Stephen, and Brian was adjusting to the long commute from downtown New York to New Haven.

Stephen was born prematurely at 33 weeks and, as a first-time mother, I was instructed by doctors to keep up with his early morning feedings. It was a ritual that Brian and I kept for many months, feeding Stephen every four or five hours around the clock to ensure he was adequately nourished and thriving.

We seemed to have turned the corner on that regimen, but I recall still staying up through the wee hours of the morning on Sept. 11 to watch over our peacefully sleeping boy and to get the birthday invitations ready for mailing.

Brian rose early that morning, and I helped him prepare to catch the early morning train leaving Grand Central to New Haven. As soon as he had left, I lay down to get some much-needed sleep.

The deafening boom that came from somewhere close to our apartment startled me awake. In my drowsy state, I thought nothing of it, reasoning to myself that a

kind of escape. I had recently worked on the 104th floor of that building, for eSpeed, a division of the financial company Cantor Fitzgerald, and began to worry that my former coworkers may be trapped on the upper floors.

In the aftermath of the attack, I learned that Cantor Fitzgerald suffered the most casualties on Sept. 11, losing more than 600 employees. Years later, on a trip to the site with my husband and two sons, I found some of my coworkers’ names etched in the memorial that honors the victims.

The images on the TV screen that day are still clear in my mind. I still get an awful feeling in the pit of my stomach when I see in my mind’s eye the low-flying plane hitting the South Tower and exploding in a ball of yellow and orange flames. It felt surreal that I was seeing it in real time on TV but was also hearing the explosion right outside my apartment. On any other day I would have thought the scene was from a movie, but the events that were unfolding were much too real.

“How can this be,” I recall thinking to myself. In my confusion, I wondered how the first plane’s impact could be replaying on the news report when the North Tower was already ablaze.

The moment the second airplane exploded was when I understood it was not a news report on replay.

I was still on the phone with my husband at that moment, and Brian tells me later that I screamed what was an undeniable fact, “We’re under attack!”

Yet another unexpressed thought also suddenly emerged, filling me with dread: Which building will be attacked next?

It was a fear that many New Yorkers likely had in their minds, too.

In less than two hours, both towers of the World Trade Center would crumble, one after the other. With each collapse, the shock wave hit our apartment building, shaking it as if an earthquake rumbled through Manhattan. A feeling of helplessness and horror took over me, as I held Stephen closely in my arms — a mother protecting her infant in a tight embrace.

crane must have fallen again, as a few similar construction accidents had occurred in the months before. No one was likely hurt, I thought, and lay back again to doze off.

No sooner had I drifted back to sleep than I was awakened by my husband calling from his work. “Turn on the TV,” Brian instructed over the phone, because some-

thing horrific had just happened in New York.

There on the TV screen was the dreadful image of the North Tower of the World Trade Center burning from the top floors, with thick smoke spreading a dark plume and blotching the clear blue skies that day.

My thoughts immediately went to the people in the building, cut off from any

The collapse of each tower sent a massive cloud of concrete dust racing down the streets of downtown New York, chasing dazed New Yorkers in suits, and business attire. The monster dust clouds made their way to my street, adding an unreal feeling to my apprehension. Seconds after each collapse, the view outside my bedroom window turned white like a blockbuster blizzard racing through the city to obliterate the sight of nearby buildings.

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Living

Photo by Maria Caulfield

This image of the burning World Trade Center was snapped Sept. 11, 2001, on the balcony of the author's New York City apartment.

Photo by Maria Caulfield

A second image taken by the author shows an altered New York City skyline without the World Trade Center towers after their collapse Sept. 11, 2001. Photo by Maria Caulfield

The Lesson of 9/11: Good Prevails Over Evil

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In the next hours and days, Brian and I whipped into a frenzy of planning and action. While I waited for him to return from New Haven, I knew I needed to take my son and quickly leave our 17th-floor apartment. Brian’s parents lived in the same apartment complex but on a much lower floor, and they offered Stephen and me a safe refuge.

As I got ready to leave, I made a frantic call to my family in the Philippines, warning my siblings that the World Trade Center had been hit by two planes. Coincidentally, my parents had just visited New York the previous week, and they had boarded a plane headed back home the night before.

We learned from news reports that two other planes were hijacked that day, one hitting the Pentagon, and the other crashing in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

As soon as Brian returned from New Haven, we made plans to pack up and take our son out of New York for his safety. We made our way to the basement garage in search of our car, a small task that turned out to be nightmarish.

With electric power down all through downtown New York, our garage was in such darkness that we could not see our hand in front of our face. It felt like a metaphor for the events that were taking place just outside our apartment building. The small flashlight we had with us provided weak illumination in a world that suddenly became murky and dangerous.

With an infant in tow, Brian and I left New York that evening to stay with my cousins in New Jersey.

Our apartment became uninhabitable in the following months, but we were welcomed by friends and family members who graciously opened the doors to their homes. It was only in late November, as Thanksgiving approached, that we decided it was safe enough to return to our apartment.

As Brian, Stephen, and I recovered slowly from the trauma, so did the city of New York. Many brave New Yorkers volunteered to clear the rubble to try to find survivors. In 2009, Newsweek reported the grim fact that most of the human remains recovered from the wreckage at Ground Zero “were little more than tiny fragments of charred tissue and bone.”

It was a sobering moment for us, too. We silently cleared the thick layer of dust off the furniture on our apartment balcony, aware of the fact that human bone fragments were detected in the debris by med-

ical examiners in the aftermath of the attacks.

In the following weeks, I wept as I read the stories and saw the pictures of the victims printed in the Profiles of Grief section of . I scoured the papers to find the names of my former coworkers at eSpeed.

The New York Times

In the 24 years since the attacks, much has happened to us as a family. We have moved out of our New York apartment and made Wallingford, Connecticut, our home for over 20 years. As of this writing, we are in the process of acquiring a new home.

Brian continues to work at the Knights of Columbus.

Stephen is turning 25 years old, a big brother to our second son, Justin, 20. Stephen has no memory of the terrorist attacks, but he and Justin know about the 9/11 tragedy all Americans share. We intend to keep them aware of the significance of the attack.

The lessons I learned from that day are many. But a few stand out.

Tragedy can only result where hatred and evil intentions rule in men’s hearts. There are people out there who are willing to kill because of hate and intolerance. But there are many more individuals who, even in the face of danger and fear, are willing to risk their lives to save others. Firefighters, members of law enforcement, and first responders were among those who willingly rushed to the scene with no regard for their own safety. Many others did the same on Sept. 11.

The World Trade Center, along with the other sites of the attacks, became Ground Zero — not just for the acts of terrorism, but also for acts of heroism. As Americans gathered in grief, they also came together to provide relief.

Countless citizens risked their health and well-being to help with search and recovery work. These ordinary heroes are in our midst, reluctant to be lauded for their actions.

One large remnant at Ground Zero in New York City made the front pages of the newspapers. The steel beams from one of the towers that formed a huge cross gave people much-needed hope that goodness and compassion would emerge from the rubble.

This is the lesson I intend to impart to our sons: that heroic actions overflow in our lives even in the face of hatred and tragedy. Self-sacrifice is more powerful than evil, kindness and love will always prevail over hate, and on Sept. 11, 2001, heroism triumphed for the world to see.

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In this Saturday, Sept. 15, 2001, file photo, the Statue of Liberty stands in front of a smoldering lower Manhattan at dawn, seen from Jersey City, N.J.

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In this Sept. 11, 2001, file photo smoke rises from the burning twin towers of the World Trade Center after hijacked planes crashed into the towers, in New York City.

Calendar for the Week of September 11, 2025

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THURSDAY,

SEPT. 11

Optimizing Daily Function: Injury Prevention Through Movement, Awareness, and Adaptation

: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Allison Zipser, an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist specializing in rehabilitating upper extremity injuries. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

9/11 Commemorative Ceremony for Heroes

: 5 p.m.

First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Features a tribute to the victims of the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and to those who dedicated their lives in the service of others. Sponsored by the Madison Exchange Club. For info, visit madisonexchange.org/flags.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 12

Women in Business Luncheon

: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Saybrook Point Resort and Marina, 2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook. Features a talk by Randye Kaye on “Leading (or Just Living) Through a Growth Mindset.” For info or to register, visit oldsaybrookchamber.com/events.

Tween Time: National Video Game Day

: 3:30 p.m.

Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 8 to 12. Participants can play games on the library’s Nintendo Switch and making video game-inspired Perler bead creations. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-7671560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Guilford Art League 77th

Annual Juried Exhibit and Sale

: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Includes the presentation of monetary prizes and awards. The exhibit runs through Saturday, Oct. 1. For info, visit guilfordartleague.org.

Opening Reception for the Polish Dinner

Photographic Art Exhibit and Sale by Frank Bartlett Sr.

: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. The exhibit runs through Friday, Oct. 10. For info, email Frank@thechurchillgallery.com.

Opening Reception for American Girl Doll Club

: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. Features a story or discussion, activities, and a craft from a different history time period. Dolls don’t have to be American Girl. For info or to register (required), call 860663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Unraveling the Mysteries of Hitler’s Last Days

: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a presentation by Connecticut State Archaeologist emeritus Nicholas Bellantoni. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Concert by The Alpaca Gnomes

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

: 5 to 7:30 p.m. St. John School, 161 Main St., Old Saybrook. Menu: golabki, pierogi, kielbasa, sauerkraut, and more. Meals are available for dine-in or to-go. Cost: $20 per person, free for children 8 and under but must have a ticket. Tickets sold in advance. Sponsored by the Saint John Parish Ladies Guild. For tickets, visit the parish rectory. For info, call 860-388-3787.

Summer Concert Series 2025

: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Westbrook Town Green. Music by Eddy Forman Orchestra. Free. Bring a blanket, chairs, and a picnic. No alcohol. No pets. Presented by the Westbrook Recreation Board. For info, visit the summer concert 2025 link at westbrookrec.com/info/activities.

Moonlight and Melodies

: 6 to 10 p.m. The Highover Estate, 153 Ferry Rd., Lyme. Tickets: $250 per guest. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Music and the Music Now Foundation. For info or tickets, email info@musicnowfoundation.org or visit musicnowfoundation.org.

Concert by Sheena Easton

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

SATURDAY, SEPT. 13

Second Annual Golf Tournament

: 7:30 p.m. Lyman Orchard Golf Course, 70 Lyman Rd., Middlefield. Registration starts 7:30 a.m., shotgun starts 9 a.m. Hosted by the Chester Hose Company. Cost: $160, includes lunch, awards, and raffle. For info or to register, email chcgolf@chesterhoseco.org or visit chesterhoseco.org.

2025 Connecticut Cleanup: Westbrook Annual Book Sale

: 9 to 11 a.m.

West Beach, Westbrook. All cleanup materials will be provided. Sponsored by Save the Sound. For info or to sign up, email apaltauf@savethesound.org or visit savethesound.org/take-action.

: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features hardcovers and paperbacks, fiction and nonfiction, large print, children's books, puzzles, games, DVDs, CDs, and more. Proceeds benefit Killingworth Library’s programs, materials, and services. Rain or shine. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Westbrook Historical Society’s 44th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair Buggy and Wagon Display

: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Westbrook Town Green. Features handcrafted or hand-produced items for sale. Free admission. For info, email westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com or visit westbrookcthistorical.org.

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features 19century horse-drawn buggies and wagons displayed on the farm grounds. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/events.

Padawan Training with the Kessel Temple

: Two sessions: 10 and 10:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 5 and up. Padawan Training is a program run by Saber Guild Kessel Temple’s Jedi Masters and teaches young children the basics of using the Force and how to handle a lightsaber. Kessel Temple is the Connecticut chapter of Saber Guild, an international Star Wars lightsaber performance organization. Saber Guild is a Lucasfilm-recognized, not-for-profit fan group that performs at conventions, charity events, and official Star Wars events. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

: 10 a.m. to noon. Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison. All cleanup materials will be provided. Sponsored by Save the Sound. For info or to sign up, email apaltauf@savethesound.org or visit savethesound.org/take-action.

2025 Connecticut Cleanup: Madison Open House

: 10 a.m. to noon. Apple Pi Robotics Team, 29 Soundview Road, Building 2, unit 3, Guilford (around back to the left). The team accepts members with a wide range of STEAM interests. No previous skills needed. Team members will design robot parts using CAD, program in JAVA, and produce robot parts using the bandsaw, drill press, lathe, mill, CNC, 3D printer, and an array of hand tools. Apple Pi Robotics accepts members from Guilford and the nearby towns. For info, email Diane van der Grinten at dvandergrin10@gmail.com or visit applepirobotics.org.

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including vintage

44th Annual Fall Book and Bake Sale Sept. 26–28

comic books, paper ephemera, and magazines.

The Friends of the Guilford Free Library will host their 44th Annual Fall Book and Bake Sale on Friday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St., across from the Guilford Green.

The Fall Book and Bake Sale is the Friends’ largest fundraiser of the year and a favorite event for Shoreline readers of all ages. Known for its variety, high standards, and organization, the sale features thousands of gently used books curated for quality and interest — all at unbeatable prices.

Books are arranged by topic and tables are restocked regularly throughout the weekend. Fiction selections include everything from literary classics to popular bestsellers. Nonfiction categories span history, art, nature, sports, religion, cooking, health, and more. The sale also includes vintage items such as books, prints, maps,

For younger readers, there will be board books, chapter books, picture books, and classics. Teens can browse young adult titles, graphic novels, and manga.

Other offerings include puzzles, CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records.

The popular Bake Sale will take place Saturday in the library lobby while supplies last, featuring a wide variety of home-baked treats.

Live entertainment is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, with performances by the Ukuladies, the Dudley Farm String Band, and the Skunk Misery Ramblers.

All items will be half price on Sunday. Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own bags.

Proceeds from the sale support the library’s programs and services, including new books, concerts and events for all ages, museum passes, equipment and software, staff development, and the growing Library of Things collection.

For more information, call 203-4538282 or visit www.guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Guilford Free Library

Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Guilford Free Library Tables at the Guilford Free Library’s Fall Book and Bake Sale are meticulously organized by topic and refreshed throughout the weekend. Special selections,

volumes and collector’s editions, are featured in the “Special Books” section.

Shoppers browse puzzles and games under the tents outside the Guilford Free Library. Additional puzzles are located in Tent 2, just steps from the library entrance.

Press Release from the Friends of the Guilford Library

A whimsical penguin greets visitors and points the way to children’s books, puzzles, DVDs, CDs, vinyl, and more at the Guilford Free Library’s annual fundraiser.

Photo courtesy of the Friends of the Guilford Free Library

the color and movement of untamed landscapes. The work is

Galapagos-Inspired Exhibit ‘Invisible Shores’ Opens at City Gallery

volcanoes, craters, and cliffs are great tortoises, marine iguanas, flightless cormorants, and penguins, to name a few.”

Invisible Shores

A recent journey to the Galapagos Islands has inspired artist Sheila Kaczmarek’s newest solo exhibition, , opening this month at City Gallery. The show runs Sept. 5–28, with an opening reception on Sunday, Sept. 14, from 3 to 5 p.m.

“I was immediately struck by the unique, stark landscape,” Kaczmarek says. “Living in this rugged landscape of

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Kaczmarek’s work in clay and mixed media reflects the raw, layered textures of volcanic terrain and the natural harmony of species thriving without human interference. Her pieces explore the interplay of landscape and lifeforms — from the rippling lava beds to the birds that skim the sea.

A longtime Shoreline artist and teacher,

13th Annual Boobstock

Kaczmarek studied at St. Martin’s School of Art in London, UCLA, and the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Brussels. She apprenticed at the Guilford Art Center ceramic studio for five years, has taught art to children and adults for more than two decades, and collaborated with a group of women artists for eight years on exhibitions throughout Connecticut and New York.

Kaczmarek is a founding member of City Gallery, current president of the Guil-

ford Art League, and former board member of the New Haven Paint and Clay Club.

Invisible Shores is free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State St., New Haven. Regular hours are Friday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more information, visit www.city-gallery.org or email info@citygallery.org.

: 11 a.m. The Hyland House Museum, 84 Boston St., Guilford. Features a lecture from 11 a.m. to noon, light lunch and tour of the Hyland House from noon to 1 p.m., and an antique quilt roadshow from 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets: $45 for lecture, lunch, and tour; $30 for quilt assessment. Proceeds to benefit The Hyland House Museum. For info or tickets, visit AntiqueQuilts.eventbrite.com.

Beyond the Red Doors Community Celebration and Cookout

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guilford Green. Hosted by the Christ Episcopal Church of Guilford. Features a bouncy house, face-painting, live music, hamburgers and hot dogs, and a history display in the parish hall. There will also be organ music in the church for those who want to drop in for a time of quiet reflection. Free and open to all but attendees are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food donation for the Guilford Food Bank. For info, contact the church office at 203-453-2279 or admin@christchurchguilford.org, or visit christchurchguilford.org.

: 1 p.m. John Sobieski Club, 10 Woodland Rd., Deep River. Features live music, food, drinks, and more. Bring chairs and sunscreen. Limited parking, carpool encouraged. Tickets: $25 for ages 15 to 64, $15 for ages 6 to 14 or over 65, free for ages 5 and under. Proceeds benefit breast cancer patients at Smilow’s Cignari Family Boutique and Middlesex Health Cancer Center. For info or tickets, call 860-227-6232 or visit boobstock.com.

Frames in Film:

Andy Warhol: The American Dream

: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen, in collaboration with the Florence Griswold Museum. Running time: 98 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Local and Regional Author Book Fair

: 1 to 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features local and regional writers who will showcase their work and offer insight on their creative writing. Books available for purchase and signing. Light refreshments will be provided. No registration necessary. For info, call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Second

Annual Pipes and Cider Event

: 1 to 4 p.m.

Palmer-Warner House, 307 Town St., East Haddam. Tickets: $15 to $40. For info, contact 860-247-8996 or palmer.warner@ctlandmarks.org, or visit ctlandmarks.org/events.

Sweet Saturday Nights: John Fries with Corina Malbaurn

: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Tickets: $10. Service fees apply. Refreshments are available for purchase. For info or tickets, visit musicnowfoundation.org/events.

Concert by Bad Animals (Tribute to Heart)

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

Photo courtesy of City Gallery

Photo courtesy of City Gallery

Photo courtesy of City Gallery

Sheila Kaczmarek’s Nazca Plate uses layered mixed media to evoke the volcanic terrain of the Galapagos Islands. The work is part of her solo exhibition Invisible Shores, on view at City Gallery through Sept. 28.

, a mixed media piece by Sheila Kaczmarek, explores

featured in Invisible Shores at City Gallery.

Hot Spot

A ceramic sculpture by artist Sheila Kaczmarek, inspired by Galapagos wildlife, blends whimsy and raw texture. It is one of several clay works on view in her exhibit Invisible Shores at City Gallery.

Press Release from City Gallery

Antique Quilts and Their Stories

Shoreline Soul Gospel Workshop Returns for the Holidays

Press Release from Shoreline Soul

Whether you’re a seasoned vocalist or someone who just loves to sing in the shower, Shoreline Soul invites you to experience the joy of gospel music this holiday season.

Led by professional singer Angela Clemmons, this five-week community choral workshop welcomes adults and youth to sing traditional and contemporary gospel music, along with gospel-infused holiday songs. No previous gospel experience is required, and no sheet music is used — all songs are taught by ear. Participants receive digital recordings to practice at home.

“Our workshops aren’t religious services — they’re joyful celebrations of gospel music that welcome everyone,” says Clemmons. “It’s all about the music, the uplifting energy, and the sense of community. By the end, you’ll be amazed at what we’ve accomplished together.”

Rehearsals will be held on Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Oct. 27, and Nov. 17, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m., at First Congregational Church, 122 Broad Street, on the Guilford Green. The culminating concert will take place Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m., with a pre-concert rehearsal beginning at 1:15 p.m. Admission to the concert is free and open to the public.

Professional vocalist and Shoreline Soul director Angela Clemmons has sung with legends including Aretha Franklin, Elton John, and Celine Dion. She leads the Guilford-based holiday gospel workshop this fall.

Early registration is $85 through Sept. 15. After that date, the cost is $95. The fee includes a guide vocal recording, available digitally or on CD. Limited scholarships are available; those interested should contact Clemmons directly.

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 13 AND

SUNDAY, SEPT. 14

11th Annual Chester Dog Fair

Space is limited and early registration is encouraged. A spot is confirmed once payment is received. To register or request a form, email shorelinesoul@gmail.com or call 203-619-1415.

Angela Clemmons has been a professional singer for more than 40 years, performing with artists including Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Celine Dion, Garth Brooks, and Steely Dan. She has appeared on national television programs such as Saturday Night Live and The Tony Awards. Raised as the daughter of a Pentecostal pastor, she brings both a deep appreciation for gospel and a wealth of experience to her workshops. She lives in Westbrook.

Jewish Participation in the American Revolution: Red, White, and Jewish

Anita Graef, Cello, and Chelsea Wang, Piano

: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chester Fairgrounds, 11 Kirtland Terr. Features a lure course, doggie Olympics, demonstrations, a canine good citizenship test, live music, food trucks, a beer and wine tent, vendors, raffles, silent auction, and more. Admission: $5 per person or $10 per family, $5 per dog for the lure course, $10 each for the beer and wine tent. Proceeds benefit Homeward Bound CT, a nonprofit organization that finds homes for dogs in shelters. For info, visit homewardboundct.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 14

WelcomeFest

: Noon to 4 p.m. Henry Whitfield State Museum, 248 Old Whitfield St., Guilford. Features an interactive UNITY art project, multicultural performances, community expo, kindness rocks, free tours, and more. Free admission. For info, contact 203-453-2457 or whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum.

: 2 p.m. Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek, 55 E. Kings Hwy., Chester. Presented by Eric Chandler. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Chester Public Library and the Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek. For info, visit chesterctlibrary.com/adultprograms.

Closing Reception for

: 4 p.m. The Morgan School, 71 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Part of the George Flynn Classical Concerts Series. Free, but tickets must be ordered online. For info or tickets, visit georgeflynnclassicalconcerts.com.

: 2 to 4 p.m. Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center, 167 Neck Rd., Madison. Features artist and retired architectural designer Ann Grasso and a discussion of her work. For info, visit mercybythesea.org.

Swallow Cruise Seasons

: 3:30 to 8 p.m. Departure from Essex Steam Train Station, 1 Railroad Ave. Hosted by the Connecticut Audubon Society. Features an avian treat when thousands of tree swallows settle in at sunset on the lower Connecticut River during their fall migration. Food, a full bar, and restrooms are onboard. Departure and arrival times are approximate. Cost: $55. For info, call 860-767-0660 or visit the day trips link at ctaudubon.org/ecotravel-home.

The Kate’s Annual Gala and 10th Annual Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award

: 5 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center theater and patio, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. The event honors actress Jane Fonda. Features a cocktail hour, food stations, open bar, and online auction at 5 p.m.; presentation of the Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award, interview by television journalist Cynthia McFadden, and live auction at 7 p.m.; and deserts, coffee, entertainment, and closing of online auction bidding at 7:45 p.m. Attire: smart casual, flat heels recommended. Tickets start at $300. Proceeds benefit The Kate’s cultural arts performances and education programs. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Photo courtesy of Shoreline Soul

Photo courtesy of Shoreline Soul

Participants gather at a past Shoreline Soul community gospel workshop, led by singer Angela Clemmons. The five-week holiday session returns to Guilford this fall, culminating in a free public concert on Dec. 14. Photo courtesy of Shoreline Soul

Dürer’s Master Prints Take Center Stage at Lyman Allyn

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Release from the Lyman Allyn Art Museum

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum will present Albrecht Dürer: Master Prints, a major exhibition showcasing more than 40 woodblock prints and engravings by the German Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer (1471–1528). The show runs Sept. 6 through Nov. 30.

Dürer, one of the most influential artists of his era, is credited with revolutionizing printmaking in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Known for his striking compositions and naturalistic detail, Dürer elevated the print to a sophisticated art form and earned international renown.

“Visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore the artist’s exceptional mastery of a remarkably complex medium,” said Tanya Pohrt, curator at the Lyman Allyn. “Albrecht Dürer redefined printmaking in the early 1500s, earning admiration from artists and patrons across Europe.”

The exhibition features highlights such as Adam and Eve (1504), Saint Jerome in His Study (1514), two woodcuts from the Apocalypse series (1498), and all 16 engravings from Dürer’s Engraved Passion (1507–12). Additional selections include pieces from his Small Woodcut Passion (1508–10), Life of the Virgin (1503–10), and works by contemporaries and predecessors such as Albrecht Altdorfer and Martin Schongauer.

Organized by the Reading Public Museum in Pennsylvania, the exhibition also includes prints from Connecticut College’s Wetmore Print Collection.

An opening reception will be held Friday, Sept. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free for museum members and $10 for nonmembers. To register, call 860-443-2545, ext. 2129, or email info@lymanallyn.org.

This exhibition is made possible with support from an anonymous foundation. Additional funding has been provided by the Connecticut State Legislature, administered by the Department of Economic and Community Development, Office of the Arts.

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is located at 625 Williams St., New London, just off Exit 83 on I-95. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays and major holidays. For more information, visit www.lymanallyn.org or call 860-443-2545.

Albrecht Dürer, Joachim and the Angel, 1504,

Image courtesy of the Reading Public Museum. woodcut. Part of The Life of the Virgin series, this intricate print by German Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer is among more than 40 works featured in Albrecht Dürer: Master Prints, on view at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum from Sept. 6 through Nov. 30.

All CT Reads Book Club

The Berry Pickers

: 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Book: by Amanda Peters. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Chester Blood Pressure Clinic

: 2 to

3 p.m. Chester Town Hall community room, 203 Middlesex Ave. Free for Chester seniors and community members. For info, contact Public Health Nurse Sherry Carlson at 860-661-3300 or Scarlson@crahd.net.

Teen Advisory Board Interest Meeting

: 3:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to all ages 12 to 18. No registration. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Play Dough-Making Event

: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For children ages 2 to 12. No registration is required. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

International Dot Day

: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features a reading of the book, by Peter H. Reynold, and a connect-the-dots activity with various art supplies. Attendees can wear anything with dots. Best for grades K through 3. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

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MONDAY, SEPT. 15

2025 Old Saybrook Chamber Golf League

: Tee times start 4:30 p.m. Fenwick Golf Club, 580 Maple Ave., Old Saybrook. Open to chamber members only. Space is limited. Cost: $250 per golfer. For info, email judy@oldsaybrookchamber.com or visit business.goschamber.com/events.

Books and Beyond: An Evening of Reads, Reps, and Raffles

: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features sales representatives Brian Wraight from Hachette and Rachel Cass from Penguin Random House. Both will highlight top book club picks from differ-

ent genres. For info or tickets, call 203245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

How to Use Chat GPT AI: A Basic Introduction

TUESDAY, SEPT. 16

Bhutan: A Kingdom in a Modern World

: 7 to 8 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $25. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org. :

10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Mary Alice Lee of the Yale University School of Public Health. Lee has worked with colleagues in Bhutan and at the Bhutan Foundation to strengthen health

research programs at the Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Identifying and Reducing Stress

: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Virtual event. Second in a six-week selfcare program through Tuesday, Oct. 14. Hosted by the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Presented by Joan Marshall and Robin Brewer of the Senior Resources Agency on Aging. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

: 6 to 8 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Led by nature artist Denise Smith. Participants will use different leaves to design up to five cards and then embellish them with words of inspiration using ink stamps. Free. All materials provided. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Pickin’ Party

: 6 to 8 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door. For info, call 860-434-1961 or visit danstevens.net.

Author Event: Jason Diamond

The Dot Kaplan's Plot

: 6:30 p.m.

R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

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Friends of the Farm River Hosts Annual Kelsey Island Swim

Friends of the Farm River & Estuary invites the public to take part in its annual Kelsey Island Swim fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 21. The event includes a boat caravan to the island, a 1.2-mile group swim, and refreshments served on the beach afterward.

The event is free to all participants, with a suggested free-will donation of $50 to support the nonprofit’s year-round environmental and educational work. Pre-registration is required at tinyurl.com/kelseyswim25 or by emailing farmriverfriends@gmail.com.

Boat pickup begins at 9:30 a.m. sharp, with the swim starting at 10 a.m. Full location details — including parking instructions, kayak launch points, and boat transfer info — are posted under the News & Events section at friendsoffarmriver.org. The rain date is Sept. 27.

Swimmers are ferried by volunteer boaters to Kelsey Island, located at the mouth of the Farm River between Branford and East Haven. The swim takes about an hour, and participants will be treated to chowder and beverages once they arrive. The event is a favorite among locals, offering a chance to connect with

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Concert by Benmont Tench

Swimmers and volunteers gather for the 2024 Kelsey Island Swim, a community

This year’s event takes place Sunday, Sept. 21, with a rain date of Sept. 27.

neighbors and learn more about the Farm River and its ecosystem.

Those who prefer not to swim can still join in by volunteering — signing in participants, prepping snacks, collecting

donations, or spotting swimmers from kayaks.

Friends of the Farm River & Estuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2002. The organization supports environmentally

sound use of the Farm River watershed through collaboration, outreach, and education. For more information, visit friendsoffarmriver.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 17

Wednesday Paint Out 2025

: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. : 9 a.m. to noon. West Wharf Beach, behind the Madison Beach Hotel, W. Wharf Rd. Sponsored by the Madison Art Society (MAS). Open to all MAS members. Nonmembers are welcome to join for one or two paint outs as guests but are requested to become members to continue with other paint-out events. For info, visit madisonartsocietyct.org/plein-air.

Connecticut History Book Club

: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Pratt House, 19 West Avenue, Essex. Book: by Rober Harris. Hosted by the Essex Historical Society (EHS). Led by EHS Director Melissa Josefiak. For info or to register (required), visit essexhistory.org/events.

Act of Oblivion

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

THURSDAY, SEPT. 18

The Estuary Outreach Series

: 11 a.m. Phoebe Griffin Noyes Public Library, 2 Library Ln., Old Lyme. Hosted by The Estuary, a community-focused organization that provides vital programs and services for older adults. The event aims to introduce The Estuary's mission, highlight its available services, and engage in discussions with community members about the challenges facing the organization, including the funding crisis for the Meals on Wheels program. For info, visit yourestuary.org.

Edible Plants and Fungi

istration needed. All materials will be provided. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Author Event: Robert Malley in Conversation with Emily Bazelon

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Shoreline Sailing Club Event

Author Event: Seth Wickersham in Conversation with Peter King

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback

Adventures in Edible Plant Foraging: Finding, Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Invasive, Wild Plants

: 4:30 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Presented by Karen Monger, author of . Part of the Westbrook Garden Club monthly programs for 2025. For info, email westbrookgardenclubct@yahoo.com.

Reading Dragons Deck Box Craft

: 4:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For participants of the library's Reading Dragons program to create a box to house their cards collected this summer. Drop-ins welcome. No reg-

: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and over. New members are welcome and sailing experience is not necessary. BYOB. Cost: free for members and firsttime guests, $10 for others. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

Opening Night for

Tomorrow is Yesterday: Life, Death, and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine Noises Off

: 7 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. The show runs through Sunday, Oct. 5. Other showtimes available. For info, call 203-315-1901 or visit legacytheatrect.org.

Concert by Casey Abrams and Friends

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

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Press Release from Friends of the Farm River & Estuary

Photo courtesy of FFRE

fundraiser hosted by Friends of the Farm River & Estuary.

Concert by Andy Summers

New Haven Symphony Opens Season with ‘The Planets’ at Woolsey Hall

The New Haven Symphony Orchestra will open its 2025–’26 season with a celestial blend of orchestral music, choral voices, and spoken word poetry. The season-launching concert, led by Music Director Perry So, takes place Sunday, Sept. 28, at 3 p.m. at Woolsey Hall in downtown New Haven.

The program features Gustav Holst’s alongside Gabriella Smith’s

The Planets Tumblebird

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. The Symphony will be joined by the Elm City Girls’ Choir and a team of Connecticut poets — Aaron Jafferis, Yexandra “Yex” Diaz, Shawn Douglas, and Journey Rosa — who will introduce each planetary movement with original verse.

“Music has aspired to make audible the heavenly spheres since time immemorial,” says So. “We’re kicking off the new season with one of the most spectacular and memorable musical attempts to bring the vastness and beauty of outer space to us — Holst’s

The Planets

. Beyond simply being musical portraits of distant balls of gas and rock, Holst uses the planets to explore ideas close to home: war and peace, joy and old age.”

Holst’s beloved suite has capti-

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ONGOING EVENTS

Art Exhibits

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library

by The New York Times as a “rousing” and “joyous” voice in new music. Her work draws from natural sounds — ocean waves, birdsong, and wind — and channels her passion for environmental preservation into sound. The piece offers a vibrant celebration of Earth, the only planet Holst left out.

Tickets range from $15 to $79 and are available at NewHavenSymphony.org or by calling 203-693-1486. Youth under 18 are admitted free with the purchase of an adult ticket. Active military personnel and their immediate family members also receive free admission. College students may attend for $10.

vated audiences for over a century with its vivid interpretations of the solar system — from the bracing opening of “Mars, the Bringer of War” to the ethereal fade of “Neptune, the Mystic,”

which will feature the Elm City Girls’ Choir in a haunting offstage finale. Curated by hip-hop poet and playwright Aaron Jafferis, the poetic invocations preceding each movement aim to add

another dimension of reflection and connection to the performance.

Opening the concert is by composer Gabriella Smith, described Tumblebird Contrails

Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center

: 167 Neck Rd., Madison: For info, visit mercybythesea.org.

Seasons

: Runs through Sept. 14.

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center

125th Anniversary of the Women's Club of Madison

: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, visit womensclubmadisonct.com. : Runs through Oct. 11.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library

: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, email Frank@thechurchillgallery.com.

Photographic Art Exhibit and Sale by Frank Bartlett Sr.

: Runs Sept. 11 through Oct. 10.

Guilford Art Center (GAC)

: 411 Church St.: For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

Guilford Art League 77th Annual Juried Exhibit and Sale

: Runs through Sept. 27

Madison Center for History and Culture

: Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison: For info, call MHS at 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. : Runs through March 2026.

: 32 Church St., Guilford: For info, visit guilfordartleague.org. : Runs through Oct. 1.

Guilford Art League Summer Show

Susan Powell Fine Art

: 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, call 203-318-0616 or visit susanpowellfineart.com.

Summer in New England

: Runs through Sept. 28.

Farmers Market

Durham Farmers Market

: 9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays through Oct. 4. Durham Community Center grounds, 144 Picket Ln., or on the Town Green. For info, email farmersmarket@townofdurhamct.org or visit townofdurhamct.org/articles/summer-farmers-market-update.

New Haven Register

This performance is sponsored by Shipman & Goodwin, Frontier, and the Founded in 1894, the New Haven Symphony Orchestra is the fourth-oldest orchestra in the United States. Its performances and education programs serve more than 27,000 audience members and 10,000 students each year. Through its nationally acclaimed Harmony Fellowship and a range of award-winning outreach initiatives, the Symphony works to foster racial equity and deepen community engagement in the arts. For more information, visit NewHaven Symphony.org.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds

: 4 to

7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 30 (later, if weather permits). Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org or visit guilfordyouthandfamilyservices.org.

Madison Farmers Market

: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Green. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com.

Old Saybrook Farmers Market

: 9 a.m. to noon. Wednesdays and Saturdays through October. Parking lot at 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-833-0095.

The Dudley Farm Farmers Market

: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through October. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/farmers-market.

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Press Release from the New Haven Symphony Orchestra

Photo courtesy of NHSO

The NHSO opens its 2025–'26 season with The Planets by Gustav Holst, featuring the Elm City Girls’ Choir and spoken word poets, on Sunday, Sept. 28, at Woolsey Hall.

Horoscopes Crossword

For the week of September 11 - September 17

ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

This week sharpens your focus with daily routines and well-being, Aries. It’s an excellent time to streamline your schedule, tackle neglected tasks and prioritize self-care.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

Creativity and joy are themes for you this week, Taurus. Engage in hobbies, spend time with loved ones and embrace fun pursuits. Your artistic side may be especially inspired

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

Your home and family life take center stage right now, Gemini. You might be focused on domestic projects, redecorating or spending quality time with the people you love.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

Communication is key this week, Cancer. Expect a busy social calendar. Important conversations and new learning opportunities also may pop up. Your words carry weight.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, financial matters are center stage this week. This is a good time to review your budget, look for new income or make sensible investments. Your practical instincts are strong.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22

This week is all about you, Virgo, especially if your birthday falls during these days. Focus on personal goals and self-improvement. Set strong intentions for the year ahead.

SEPTEMBER 11

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LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

It is time for rest and introspection, Libra. You might feel a need to retreat and recharge your batteries in the days to come. Pay attention to what your body is telling you.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

Social connections and networking are driving you right now, Scorpio. Spend time with friends or host a party so others can stop by and mingle. You also can join group events.

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, your career and public image are in focus this week. Opportunities for advancement or recognition could arise. Be professional and show off your leadership skills.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

Expand your horizons, Capricorn. This is a great week for learning, planning travel or exploring new hobbies. Try to step outside of your comfort zone as much as possible.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, you might be dealing with financial arrangements or deepening a close bond with someone. Regardless, trust and vulnerability are important concepts right now.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20

Personal and professional relationships are your priority this week, Pisces. It’s important to compromise and seek harmony in all you do.

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30. Cow’s noise

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29. A bag-like structure in an animal

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34. Cola brand

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Real Estate Transactions

MADISON

: Kathryn L. Hunter to Robert S. and Jane E. Kragh, $1,325,000 on May 6

: Mclynn S. Kumar to Pamela M. Nettles and Fred J. Federico, $1,010,000 on May 7 : Ghadimian Ft and Michael M. Ghadimian to M Ferrara Dev LLC, $500,000 on May 8 : Ghadimian Ft and Michael M. Ghadimian to M Ferrara Dev LLC, $500,000 on May 8

: Adam B. Cohen to Robert & Tina Beltrone T and Robert F. Beltrone, $935,570 on Aug. 20

: Lynn A. Manizza to Henry R. and Juliana Marbach, $325,000 on Aug. 18

: Gary R. and Donna M. Lenkeit to Sally and Steven Earnest, $670,000 on Aug. 22

: Carmela Real Estate Trust and Mary B. Pallin to Erika Wertheim, $1,927,500 on Aug. 21 : Christopher and Caitlin Ward to Robert and Sylvia M. Coste, $711,000 on Aug. 22 : Susannah K. Graedel to Thomas and Susan Cartledge, $580,000 on Aug. 21 : Marc D. Samsky and Sarah A. Goldstein to David V. and Virginia A. Roscoe, $1,200,000 on Aug. 18 : William A Seaman T and William A. Seaman to Isabelle M. Silver, $456,500 on Aug. 20

12 Circlecle Drive

1 Countryshire Lane

: Jose Estela to Ann and Christopher Burke, $200,000 on Aug. 21

12 Hunters Path

: Nicholas H. Deens to Karisth S. Ferreira, $375,000 on Aug. 21

GUILFORD

Street Prop LLC to 151 Meadow LLC, $805,000 on Aug. 19

31 Pawson Road

: Matthew E. Seaman to 2389 Dixwell Prop Mgmt LL, $862,500 on Aug. 20

124 South Montowese Street Unit

: Donna L.

860.985.3659 jpeckinpaugh@wpsir.com janetpeckinpaugh.com

20 Andy Lane

: Michael V. and Megan Pepe to Elizabeth O. and Jeffrey Kaye, $925,000 on Aug. 19

965 Boston Post Road

: Ramadanovic Holdings LLC to 965 Emc LLC, $800,000 on Aug. 18

80 Deer Lane

: Brent L. Thomsen and Andrew B. Rouillard to Deborah A. Kleese and David W. Litsenberger, $660,000 on Aug. 21

765 Durham Road

: Dream Hm Solutions LLC to Toni A. Depass, $825,000 on Aug. 21

60 Ledgeview Lane

: Grigol Kharabadze and Sofia Vassenovitch to Danielle Mccarthy, $725,000 on Aug. 21 : Nadine Larcomb to Kristine Campagnuolo, $209,000 on Aug. 21

22 River Colony Unit 22

: Estate of John R. Eismeier and Stephen B. Dudley to Matthew and Emily Rubin, $605,000 on Aug. 21 : Estate of Leslie G. Talman and Lawrence H. Talman to Sara Conroy and Susanne Ogle, $250,000 on Aug. 21

: Linda S. Dupuis to Lindsey and Sean Hildenbrandt, $475,000 on Aug. 21

:

Michael and Nicole McGovern to Cesar and Coralina Garcia, $324,500 on Aug. 20

: Elio M. Betty and Alicia L. Sullivan to Sinead Crotty and Matthew Joyce, $640,000 on Aug. 22

1 Sparrow Bush Lane 54 Wauwinet Court Unit 54 2 Bartholomew Road 234 Green Farm Road Unit 234 45 Harding Avenue 29 Heritage Hill Road

: Jose Escalante to Mohamed R. Zameer and Silmiya R. Ramzeen, $575,000 on Aug. 19

151-155 Meadow Street

: Meadow

24 Toole Drive 12

: James and Stephen Sheehan to Susan Sheehan, $166,275 on Aug. 20 :

36 Sylvan Point Yacht Unit 36

Michael W. Gillin to John Teulings, $26,500 on Aug. 21 : Estate of Maryane L. Hall and Steven M. Allinson to Benjamin R. Piascik and Jessy L. Stanavage, $400,000 on Aug. 21

NORTH BRANFORD

18 Coach Drive

: A5 Investments LLC to Anthony J. Young, $617,500 on Aug. 20

55 Wilford Road

: Christopher Cote to Calvin and Patricia Connelly, $521,000 on Aug. 20

NORTH HAVEN

77 Bassett Road

: Sandra T. and Michael G. Nye to Melissa J. and Anthony S. Alogna, $580,000 on Aug. 11 : Liang W. Gong and Gong L. Wu to Golden Property Solutions, $382,000 on Aug. 13

14 Central Avenue

51 Ezra Street

: James A. and Terraceesa C. Iannone to John M. Magnuson, $340,000 on Aug. 13 : Rosalie Mednick to Joseph M. and Valorie A. Porto, $950,000 on Aug. 12

58 Jennifer Drive

96 Patten Road

: Duon and Duin Xu to Abdul Alnoami, $481,000 on Aug. 12

53 Tennyson Avenue Unit 14

:

Anthony and Melissa Alogna to Armando and Angela M. Gutierrez, $410,000 on Aug. 11

OLD SAYBROOK

142 Ferry Road Unit 3-7 Lynde Street

: Estate of Matthew A. Rook and Sandra A. Bellmore to Pietro Niro, $33,000 on June 5

: Stacy L. Macleod to William G. and Amy Frasure, $697,000 on June 3

North Cove Road

: Theodore K. and Carol R. Manley to Scott Ling, $5,995,000 on June 3

Waterbury Avenue

: Justine R. Tobis to John W. and Katherine A. Hoy, $560,000 on June 2

: Adam Sakowski to Fortitude Marine Ent, $17,500 on May 30

: Pawel Sakowski to Fortitude Marine Ent, $17,500 on May 30 : William J. Farrell to Allan and Rebecca Chasen, $2,000,000 on Aug. 21

: Benjamin Poor and Catherine Zee-Poor to Kevin Marchant and Anna Faust, $664,000 on Aug. 18

WESTBROOK

: Solidea and Mario Pitruzzello to Dalal and Issa Issa, $14,900 on Aug. 19

: Mallory S. and Jason D. Barlow to Patrick Brennan, $585,000 on Aug. 22 : Ek Re Fund 1 LLC to Tamara L. Jones, $452,000 on Aug. 21

: Erika L. Cohen to Donato Monaco and Juliet E. Ricciuti, $830,000 on Aug. 18

: Thomas M. Horan to Bruce and Kathleen Hoff, $405,000 on Aug. 18

CHESTER

EAST

: John A. Maxwell and Karen Morelli to Clara B. Juncadella and Kal J. Otto, $345,000 on Aug. 20 : Nationstar Mortgage LLC to Jinmy and Angelica Apolo, $259,500 on June 2

Real Estate Transactions

: Leonard A Dunican T and Joan Dunican to Arman Construction LLC, $280,000 on June 2

: Michael Cusmano to Danielle and Andre Barrett, $420,000 on June 4

: Sandra Cianelli and Maria Dicaro to Carol A. Schiumo, $383,000 on June 2

: Mohan Chugani to Kadiatu Suma-Turay, $475,000 on June 2

: Pane Ft and Louis Pane to Nadique C. Morrison, $375,000 on June 5

: Anthony J. and Cynthia M. Laudano to Christopher Pizzorusso, $385,000 on June 3

: Ryan V. Nobile and Brianna M. Clynne to Gabriella L. Palmieri and Alphonse M. Delucia, $390,000 on June 4

: David M. and Margo M. Defelice to Clint and Mika Buckles, $404,000 on June 2

: Debra S. Ehrlich to Timothy Cabral, $240,000 on June 3

: John Pagliuca to Katherine B. and Austin H. Henke, $490,000 on June 2

: Nce Realty LLC to Josh Mazzone, $355,000 on Aug. 22

: 51 Commerce Street Eh LLC to Edal Re Holdings LLC, $920,000 on Aug. 21

: Estate of Roberta C. Raffone and Annmarie R. Dudley to Wallace and Donna Green, $295,000 on Aug. 19 : First Class Prop LLC to Angela Ahern, $337,500 on Aug. 21 : Estate of David J. Blake and William T. Blake to Juan Patino, $310,000 on Aug. 20 : Laurel M. Hanniford to Tylor C. Edwards, $250,000 on Aug. 21 : Mabel Investments LLC to Joshua Banks, $299,999 on Aug. 21

: Estate of Lillian Horne and John Horne to Brayan Lucero, $337,000 on Aug. 19

: Ralph Grego to Steven and Ramona Persaud, $208,000 on Aug. 22 : Michael J. Gorman to Nadia N. Martinez, $300,000 on Aug. 19

: Samuel Flake and Hannah Cunningham to Mwangala P. Akanandisa and Daniel A. Balder, $373,000 on Aug. 19

DEEP RIVER

: Lace Factory LLC to 161 River LLC, $1,500,000 on June 2

: Carl Caruso T and Carl Caruso to H P. Hynes and Janice G. Raymond, $455,000 on June 2 :

Cameron Canzellarini to Mhs Primary Care Inc, $235,000 on June 6 : Jonathan Jennings to Rebecca B. Placeenter and Edward S. Bliss, $400,000 on Aug. 21

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