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Selectmen Pause Academy Hotel Proposal By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

With questions remaining about public support and the feasibility of developing a boutique hotel at the Academy School site, the Madison Board of Selectmen has decided to table a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) proposed between the town and Stowed LLC.

The decision to table the MOU came at the selectmen’s Sept. 8 meeting, following several months of discussion about the potential redevelopment of the Academy School site, which has been a focus for the town and its residents. Stowed LLC has proposed redeveloping Academy into a boutique hotel that it says could generate jobs, municipal tax revenue, and tourism in town.

Plans to further explore that proposal are now on hold following the tabling of the MOU. First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons told The Source that “before proceeding with the Town Meeting approval process” for an MOU, the Board of Selectmen will conduct a See Selectmen Pause page 8

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Ready, Set, Pedal A cyclist pedals away from the start line during the 2026 Dave Parcells Madison Triathlon at the Surf Club in Madison on Sept. 12. Para athlete divisions started at 6:45 a.m., followed by the individual sprint triathlon, relay team triathlon and youth “Try” divisions at 7 a.m. The USA Triathlon-certified race, hosted by the Madison Jaycees, featured a half-mile swim in Long Island Sound, a 13-mile bike ride through Madison’s back roads and a 3-mile run along the shoreline.

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Luca Scafidi: Finding His Path on the Trail By Pam Young Correspondent

When Luca Scafidi reached out to the Shoreline Greenway Trail as a Guilford High School student, he was looking for an opportunity to get involved. He ended up helping create one for hundreds of other students — and, in the process, found a direction for his own future. “Going into my senior year of high school, I had no idea what I wanted to do after I graduated,” Luca says. “The Shoreline Greenway Trail helped me engage with a real environmental issue within the Guilford community.” Today, Luca attends Williams College in Massachusetts, where he is double majoring in chemistry and environmental studies with a minor in public health. He is interested in environmental health sciences and has completed an environmental architecture internship in New York City, where he explored sustainable architecture, planning, and logistics. “Now, I want to do something more

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of the Week with mapping, environmental and geosciences for a career,” he says. Luca was born in New Haven and has lived in Guilford since 2016 or 2017. The youngest of three children, he attended Guilford High School, where he participated in cross country and track for his first three years. He was also a member of the French Honor Society and National Honor Society, worked as a tutor, and helped run the school’s first and second multicultural festivals. During his junior and senior years, he also became involved with the Shoreline Greenway Trail. “I never thought about improvements or who is responsible for management and building of the trails for people to use,” Luca says. “It sent me on a trajectory of being environmen-

tally obsessed. I don’t know if I would have majored in this field in college otherwise.” The Shoreline Greenway Trail is a nonprofit organization working toward a continuous 30-mile pathway from New Haven to Madison for bicyclists, children, families, and other users. The organization has operating boards in its shoreline communities, although Luca says Guilford remains the only town along the route without a completed trail section. “New Haven and Madison have big upcoming additions to the trail, and we are really hoping to make progress in Guilford in the coming years,” he says. Luca initially approached the organization hoping to become an intern, only to learn that its internships were intended for college students. Instead of walking away, he contacted the organization’s chair and asked about volunteering. That conversation helped spark the idea of bringing high school students See Luca Scafidi page 7

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Guilford native Luca Scafidi helped create a Shoreline Greenway Trail student engagement program that has built a network of more than 200 student volunteers while helping shape his own interest in environmental studies.

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Cinzia Lettieri is running for state representative in the 35th District, and I’ve had a unique opportunity to get to know her. For this election, as of Labor Day, I’ve driven her 575 miles to 1,130 homes in Killingworth to speak with voters and listen to their concerns. I’ve heard how much most voters—even non-Democrats—appreciate her coming out to talk with them. They answer the door, wary that she is selling something, and then become so engaged in talking that I often have to interrupt the conversation so we can knock on more doors! Since Cinzia first ran for this office in 2024, she has pursued what she identified as her legislative goals. For example, she testified in Hartford in support of a cell phone ban during school hours for children, and she will do so again if she is elected because the House passed the cell phone ban but the Senate did not. Knocking on doors this year, Cinzia

is especially focused on the importance of updating the state’s Education Cost Sharing formula, not updated since 2013. This is one way our state representative could help us bear the cost of local schools. Cinzia is a sixth-grade science and math teacher in Hamden with 15 years’ experience in education policy. She grew up in Clinton and is now raising her young daughter there with her husband. She currently serves on the Clinton Planning & Zoning and Water Pollution Control commissions. Her advocacy for the environment led to the governor appointing her to the Connecticut Council on Environmental Quality in 2025. If you’ve met Cinzia, please tell your friends about her and encourage them to join you in voting for her by Nov. 3. Mary Casey Jacob Killingworth

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The first thing I noticed when I moved to Madison was the not-so-subtle message in a sign that instructed me to “Be Kind.” I didn’t know if that was an order, a suggestion, or merely a pleasant reminder advising visiting city folk with their Vineyard Vines T-shirts and Life Is Good bumper stickers to slow down, play nice, and live at the pace of our quiet beach-side community. Once or twice, I’ve seen signs that added the word “Please” in front; not exactly begging, but a softer approach. One sign read: “Kindness is Contagious.” If that’s the case, I must have run into someone who was immunized. The other day I saw one that read: “Be Kinder,” as if to say: We know you’re trying, but you can do better. I tend to follow the Do Unto Others precept, but I guess that’s too biblical for some these days. I’d like to see the signs be more spe-

cific. I mean, it’s fine to “Be Kind,” but I wish our messages would get right to the point, like: “Don’t Chew Out Loud!” Or, “If You’re Going to Do That, Please Use a Handkerchief!” Perhaps, “I Heard You the First Time!” (that’s a favorite in my household). The possibilities are endless. Madison has an interesting approach; an actual “Kindness Week” overseen by the Madison Kindness Committee (not making that up). Most causes are given a month, but here in Madison we’re realists. What we’re saying is: I can do this for about seven days, but after that I’m gonna hurt someone. I mean, we should all be kind to one another—that’s a given—but we have to target those individuals who are already kind, but incredibly annoying. Vincent Borgese Madison

Action and Accountability As Connecticut voters look toward November, we should ask a simple question: Who will go to Hartford and actually work to solve the problems facing our state? That is why I support Lisa Deane for state Senate in the 12th District. Lisa is not a career politician. She is a Madison small-business owner, a mem-

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School in Madison: Kimberly 1985, Carolyn 1987, and Scott 1991. Frank and Nancy were also involved in the ABC program in Madison and have stayed in touch with their host son, George Tapia. Aug. 12, 2026, Frank J. Tordoff, 83, Frank was well known for playing longtime resident of Madison, passed away at CT Hospice, Branford. He was the role of "Santa Claus" in the winter months. A role he took very seriously. the husband of Nancy Frank's jolly spirit, along with his outs(Bean) Tordoff. Frank tanding people skills, love for children, was born in and remarkable Santa costume, kept Lawrence, Mass., on the Christmas spirit alive for all he Feb. 16, 1943, son of encountered. Frank was an avid swimthe late John Tordoff mer and spent lots of time and many and Ada Tordoff. mornings at "The Surf Club" beach He was the father swimming from one end of the beach to of Kimberly (Tordoff) the other. Frank was also a longtime Sexton (spouse blood donor and over the years donated Michael Sexton), Carcountless gallons of blood to those in olyn (Tordoff) Merry need. (spouse Kirk Merry), and Scott Tordoff One of Frank's greatest honors was (spouse Karrie Tartaro). He is also surbeing a grandfather. He was always vived by his 10 grandchildren: Macy incredibly present in all of his grandMerry, Catherine Schaeberle (spouse Alex Schaeberle), Lindsay Merry, Sean children's lives. He attended countless sports games, school concerts, birthday Sexton (spouse Emily Sexton), Kayla parties, and more. His grandchildren Merry Pudvah (spouse RJ Pudvah), spent almost every holiday at Frank Bryce Tordoff, Xander Tordoff, Finlee and Nancy's home in Madison. They Tordoff, Paxton Tordoff, and Matix shared an abundance of memories such Tordoff; his four great-grandchildren: as playing in the snow, going to the Greylin Merry, Paisley Schaeberle, beach, having sleepovers, and most of Lainey Cooley, and Colton Pudvah; all singing songs. Frank was very musibrother of Arthur Tordoff (spouse Marcally inclined and often would sing to lene Tordoff), Judith (Tordoff) Aiken his grandchildren. The most meaningful (spouse Paul Aiken), Nancy (Tordoff) Olson (spouse Scott Olson). He was pre- song was one that he wrote himself for his grandchildren, called "The Grampie deceased by the late David Tordoff. Song," a song that he was able to sing to Frank was a 1961 graduate of Cape all 10 grandchildren, as well as his Elizabeth High School in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. He was also a 1966 gradu- great-grandchildren. Frank was an amazing man that ate of the University of Maine, Portland impacted the lives of countless people. Campus, with a degree in business. The world lost an amazing soul the day Frank honorably served his country in he passed, but Heaven gained the most the U.S. Army National Guard. He wonderful angel. Frank is without a worked many years as a salesman doubt up there singing, dancing, and before opening his own business, New telling all the best stories. His family is Era Shower Enclosures LLC, in 2005, incredibly fortunate to have the best alongside business partner and son-inlaw Kirk Merry, as well as the late Tim- guardian angel. "Until we meet again. Fly high othy Pocock, located in Jewett City. On Dec. 26, 1965, Frank married his Frank." Friends and family of Frank's are longtime love, Nancy Bean Tordoff. invited to a memorial service at 2 p.m. Together they moved to Madison in on Sept. 27, located at the First Congre1975. Frank was involved in the First Congregational Church located in Madi- gational Church in Madison. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations son. He became involved in the recreare made to Saint Jude Children's ational league, Girl Scouts, and Boy Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Scouts. After developing a friendship with Kent Sprague, Frank soon became Memphis, TN 38105, www.stjude.org, or the American Heart Association, P.O. a member of the MPTV in 1990, after being unanimously elected at a booster Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692, www.heart.org, or another charity of meeting. Frank continued with the MPTV crew covering games, interview- choice. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church ing players, parents, coaches, trainers, cheerleaders, and band members for 35 St., Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuyears. All three of Frank's children neralhome.com. graduated from Daniel Hand High

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ford Green, Earth Day festivals, the Guilford police bike rodeo, and educational trail walks. “It is a great program,” Luca says. “Outreach has really grown, and I have been directing the program for the past 2 years. It has been super rewarding and a great experience.” Luca also turned his attention to trail maintenance. Before the student engagement initiative, he says there had not been a dedicated trail maintenance program. His work has helped build a network of more than 200 students who volunteer for events and projects. The organization also held a gear drive in Madison to encourage greater participation in trail maintenance. “I wanted to bring more physical tangible programs that people could volunteer for,” Luca says. “These students were needing community service hours for graduation and can complete the commitments, which I help mentor them in.” While the student program has grown, Luca says establishing a physical section of the trail in Guilford remains a challenge. Board members previously explored a

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Selectmen Pause Academy Hotel Proposal Continued from page 1 public opinion poll “to get a deeper understanding of community support for its redevelopment into a hotel, as well as evaluate other possible options for the Town.” The selectmen will also evaluate the cost and timeline needed to complete a “Town initiated septic study regarding overall site wastewater capacity,” a step that will be discussed at their next meeting on Monday, Sept. 21. In a comment to The Source, Stowed said it views the selectmen’s decision as a “pause before entering into the MOU, so the Town can take an additional step to understand community sentiment through a process that feels neutral, reliable, and credible to all Madison residents.” The design agency said it recognizes and “respects” the concerns some in the community have about its proposal, which is why it supports outreach efforts

such as a “neutrally scripted, statistically meaningful survey that gives all residents an equal opportunity to be heard.” The action to table the MOU means the town has suspended a Town Meeting that had been scheduled for October concerning the memorandum and the process going forward. Under the proposed MOU, the town and Stowed would have entered a nine-month period to develop a plan addressing factors involved in a potential redevelopment, including septic feasibility and groundwater testing, financing, and building, site, and operational planning. Ultimately, any redevelopment plan would require public approval through a referendum on Election Day, with the earliest opportunity coming next year. Even with the tabling of the MOU, Stowed’s interest in the Academy site has not wavered. The firm said it believes there remains “strong community sup-

port for thoughtfully revitalizing the property” following a full evaluation of the feasibility of its proposal. That evaluation could also include the possibility of incorporating green space into the hotel proposal, two ideas Stowed does not view as mutually exclusive. “We are ready to work collaboratively with the Town to develop a thoughtful plan that restores Academy, creates meaningful green space, strengthens the historic corridor, and delivers lasting economic and community benefits for Madison.” A Sept. 2 special meeting saw the mixed reception the selectmen have heard since the hotel concept was initially proposed. While there was some support for signing the MOU, most residents who spoke expressed concerns about the impact of developing a hotel in the immediate area and the town’s process leading to the proposal. Resident Janet Nicolini said

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the public has not been fully acknowledged in discussions about redevelopment of Academy and that she has heard an “awful lot of variables” and “a lot of unanswered questions.” She asked the selectmen to communicate more directly with Madison residents on the subject. “It seems to me that the big picture question that should be asked to the people of Madison is, ‘Do you want a hotel in that spot or not,’ before any time is wasted on this, before any money is wasted on this,” Nicolini said. Selectman Bruce Wilson did not favor the MOU, saying the selectmen’s decision to move forward with the process “would have prevented us from exploring other options.” However, the draft MOU does not commit the town to going forward with the hotel concept “no matter what,” according to Town Attorney Kari Olson. She said Stowed “has made it clear” that it would remove itself from the pro-

cess if the town decided to pursue a different route through a request-for-proposal process. Additionally, “having this developer do all the legwork at their own cost” on septic studies and other structural factors involved in redevelopment, at “no cost to the town is a benefit to you,” Olson said, if the town ultimately decides to pursue a different course. Nonetheless, Wilson remains committed to his “personal desire,” he said, for public green space on the Academy site, which he considers the best option for the town and the view of the majority of Madison taxpayers. “I believe that is the best outcome for the town,” he said. “The community has consistently expressed its desire to have the property remain a community asset that everybody can enjoy.”

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The Bauer Park Advisory Committee is seeking sponsors for the annual Bauer Park Harvest Festival, a free fall celebration for the Madison community. Support from local businesses, organizations, and individuals helps keep the event free and accessible. The festival will be held rain or shine Saturday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, email bauerparkmadison@gmail.com.

Mark William Getchell Madison Mark William Getchell passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at his home in Chester Aug. 21, 2026. He was the beloved husband for 70 years of Judith Bramhall Getchell. He was the son of the late William Getchell and Gara Getchell and was born in Waterville, Maine, June 7, 1932, and grew up in Oakland. He was very active in music and in the Boy Scouts, becoming an Eagle Scout and continuing that association for most of his life. From the age of two weeks, Mark spent every summer of his life at his cherished summer home on Snow Pond in Belgrade, Maine. Mark entered the University of Maine, College of Engineering in 1950. He graduated in 1954 with high honors and a membership in Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society. He was a four-year member of the college’s ROTC unit, where he was an outstanding marksman. He graduated with a lieutenant’s commission. He served his country at Fort Bliss, Texas, where he commanded a training company in Artillery and Guided Missiles and was honorably discharged as a first lieutenant in 1957. Mark began his career in management at Southern New England Telephone Company in 1957. He was a design engineer and developed plans and orders for rapid telephone service growth in many Connecticut areas in the 1960-70 era. He also developed and implemented quality control measurements for many company employees, resulting in large savings. At his retirement in 1991, a company spokesman said that “Mark’s personal credibility provided support at the highest levels. He is the epitome of quality himself and the perfect leader in measuring and rewarding quality. He is a fine gentleman.” Mark and Judy were married in 1956 at Christ Church, Cambridge, and lived in El Paso during his service, later moving to Connecticut. They built a home in Madison where they lived very happily for 56 years and raised three children.

In retirement Mark was busy with hobbies, woodworking projects, and church activities at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Madison. He and a friend, William Moffitt, co-founded the Boy Scout Troop 490, and he was active taking the scouts, including his sons, to Camp Sequassen for weekends and on hiking trips to New Hampshire and Block Island. In his large basement workshop Mark did fine cabinetry, including three adjoining bookcases and cabinets for their family room. He also made fine boxes and cases of special woods for his family. He was the “go-to guy” for repairs on anything. Music and travel were also important in Mark’s and Judy’s lives. They toured many European countries on several trips and cruises and later joined the Cappella Tours to many countries where Judy sang in some of the world’s great cathedrals, while Mark participated by helping the accompanist. They also traveled to many states in the U.S. He took up cross-country skiing at the age of 54, and he and Judy enjoyed the Trapp family property in Vermont, with good friends, for 30 years. In 2019 Mark and Judy moved to Masonicare at Chester Village, where they were active in the library and took part in many other activities. They were very happy there and made many new friends. They are very grateful for all of the support from the Masonicare staff. Mark is survived by his loving wife Judith Bramhall Getchell; their son David (Claudia) of Fresno, Calif.; son Stephen of Waterford; and daughter Susan Sevigny (Thomas) of East Haddam; grandchildren, William Getchell, Mark Gilsenan of Connecticut, and Stephanie Leal of California. He also leaves several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved sister, Nancy Getchell Mairs (Donald) of Belgrade, Maine, who preceded him in death by two weeks. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Madison. For those who wish, donations may be made in Mark’s memory to the music fund at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church or to the Chester Village West Scholarship Foundation. Hawley Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home of Guilford has been entrusted with arrangements. See Obituaries page 12

Christ Church Holds Annual Tag Sale Christ Episcopal Church, 11 Park St., Guilford, will hold its annual tag sale Saturday, Sept. 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale will feature furniture, clothing, artwork, decorative items, toys, household wares, jewelry, antiques, and more. Admission is free, and proceeds benefit Christ Church. An early sale preview and reception will be held Friday, Sept. 25, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes wine and cheese and three raffle tickets. The church is also accepting donations of gently used items through Sept. 22. For more information, call the church office at 203-453-2279.

Indoor Holiday Craft Fair Seeks Vendors An Indoor Holiday Craft Fair will be held Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2311 Boston Post Road, Guilford. Admission is free. Vendor spaces are still available for $30 for the entire weekend. Space is limited, and vendors will be accepted through Thursday, Sept. 24. For more information about becoming a vendor, email bijouxab50@yahoo.com.

Lyme Art Association Opens Fall Exhibitions Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme, will present New England Landscape and Bon Appétit from Sept. 18 through Nov. 6. New England Landscape is the association’s annual juried exhibition celebrating East Coast scenery, while Bon Appétit features artwork inspired by food, farmers markets, and restaurants. An opening reception will be held Sunday, Sept. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. Admission to the exhibitions and reception is free. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by appointment. For more information, call 860-434-7802, email info@lymeartassociation.org, or visit lymeartassociation.org.

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Michael DelVecchia Madison Sept. 2, 2026, Michael T. DelVecchia, 93, longtime resident of Madison, passed away at the Masonic Health Care in Wallingford. He was the husband of the late Catherine (Gallagher) DelVecchia. Mr. DelVecchia was born in Wallingford on Jan. 30, 1933, son of the late Sisto DelVecchia and Catherine (Del Grego) DelVecchia. He is also survived by a niece, Linda Lukonis of Wallingford. He was predeceased by a sister, Mildred Soboslai Mariotti; and

John Del Vecchia; Anthony Del Vecchia; and Margret Choti. Before retirement, Michael owned and operated his contracting company, DelVecchia Homes, for many years. Graveside services were held Sept. 8 in St. George Cemetery, Hubbard Road, Guilford. Arrangements were in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St., Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

Shoreline Soul Gospel Workshop Seeks Singers Professional singer and choir director Angela Clemmons will lead another season of Shoreline Soul, a five-session gospel music workshop open to singers of all experience levels. No audition or previous gospel experience is required, and songs are taught by ear rather than from sheet music. Sessions will be held Mondays, Sept. 28, Oct. 5 and 19, and Nov. 9 and 23, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 122 Broad St., Guilford, culminating in a free public concert Sunday, Dec. 6, at 3 p.m. Early registration is $85 through Sept. 14 and $95 beginning Sept. 15. Some scholarships are available. For more information or to request a registration form, call Angela Clemmons at 203-619-1415 or email shorelinesoul@gmail.com.

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Florence Hollis Marrone passed away on Sept. 3, 2026, at Bethany Home in Providence, R.I. She would have been 100 years old on Oct. 28, 2026. She was born in Newington to Jacob and Mary Hollis, and graduated from Newington High School, where she was valedictorian. She received her teaching degree from Teachers College of Connecticut (now CCSU), where she met her husband of 57 years, Ralph. She taught school with Ralph in Durham before raising five children in Killingworth, where she lived until the age of 95. Florence was a master gardener who freely shared her plants and her knowledge of them, and she also created beautiful naturalistic gardens on a portion of their 20-acre property. Florence was a member of the Killingworth Garden Club, the Connecticut Botanical Society, and the Connecticut Horticultural Society. She was an avid reader and lifelong learner. She cared deeply for education, and with a group of other residents, spearheaded the formation of the Killingworth Library in 1964. In 1978, she was elected judge of probate in Killingworth,

where she served for 14 years. After her husband’s retirement, they traveled the entire 50 states and many countries around the world. Florence continued to travel after Ralph’s death in 2006, visiting 95 countries in total. She was a Killingworth resident for 73 years. Florence leaves her three daughters, Michelle Paton of Cumberland, R.I., Allison Maltese of Guilford (Philip), Pamela Marrone of Davis, Calif. (Michael Rogers); and her two sons, Ralph of West Newbury, Mass. (Catherine) and David of Collierville, Tenn. She also leaves three grandchildren, Brigette Spina (Matt), Gina Armon (Peter), and Maggie Marrone; and four great-grandchildren. She also leaves her sister, Mildred Hollis Lerner, of Hamden. She was predeceased by her four sisters, Frances, Adeline, Cecelia, and Stella; and four brothers, Julian, Fred, Stanley, and Edwin. Friends and family are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 17, at St. Lawrence Church in Killingworth. A reception will follow in the church hall. Interment will be private at St. Agnes Cemetery, Route 1 in Branford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Killingworth Library, the Killingworth Land Conservation Trust, or the Killingworth Garden Club.

Volunteers Needed to Tutor Adult English Learners Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore is accepting applications for its Fall 2026 tutor training workshop. Volunteers will learn how to teach English to adult residents from around the world. No teaching experience is required. The free 12-hour workshop meets over eight sessions beginning Thursday, Sept. 24. Morning sessions are held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Evening sessions are offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in a hybrid format. An online self-paced training option is also available. A $40 donation for training materials is requested. For more information or to apply, contact 860-399-0280 or info@lvvs.org, or visit www.lvvs.org.

Sunday Worship at First Church of Christ in Saybrook First Church of Christ (Congregational), 366 Main Street, Old Saybrook, welcomes the community for Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Services feature a combination of traditional and jazz formats. Services are also broadcast live at facebook.com/ firstchurchOS. For more information, call the church office at 860-388-3008, email info@firstchurchsaybrook.org, or visit firstchurchsaybrook.org.

Free Transportation for Madison Seniors and Disabled Residents The Estuary Transit Dial-A-Ride program provides free transportation for Madison residents age 60 and older and individuals with disabilities. Transportation is available Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with service extending from West Haven to Middletown and east to the Essex area. Rides can be used for medical appointments, errands, shopping, and visits with friends. For more information or to schedule a ride, call the Madison Senior Center at 203-245-5627.

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Luca Scafidi: Finding His Path on the Trail Continued from page 7 and community issue overall. It has become a multi-generational issue.” For Luca, the experience has provided leadership, team management, and eventprogramming skills while helping shape what he wants to study and eventually pursue professionally. “From a professional and academic standpoint, it really was a boost to me because it has been so useful learning so many skills like leadership, team management, and event programming,” he says.

“It has helped me develop skills that are useful to me now.” And the opportunity Luca once went looking for is now one he hopes more students will discover for themselves. “We need more volunteers to support the trail,” he says. “So much can be gained from this experience, and we have many different opportunities available.” More information about the Shoreline Greenway Trail and volunteer opportunities is available at shorelinegreenway trail.org.

GriefShare Bereavement Support Group Underway GriefShare, a weekly faith-based bereavement support group sponsored by Christ Chapel of Madison, meets Sundays from noon to 2 p.m. through Dec. 6 at Christ Chapel, 1185 Durham Road, Madison. The group offers help, encouragement, and support after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. Participants may join at any time. The workbook is $25, and the Loss of a Spouse book is $12. For more information, call Sue Granniss at 860-913-1654 or visit griefshare.org.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Sylvia P. Phillips (26-0296) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 28, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk The fiduciary is: Karen E. Buck c/o MICHAEL PATRICK IACURCI, LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL IACURCI, 70 WALL STREET, MADISON, CT 06443

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE Of Virginia Lucille Domenico, AKA Virginia L. Domenico (26-0292) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 27, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Priscilla H. Geer, Clerk The fiduciary is: Gary J. Domenico c/o EDWARD MARCANTONIO, BRODY WILKINSON, 2507 POST ROAD, SOUTHPORT, CT 06890

LEGAL NOTICE MADISON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION Madison, CT Notice is hereby given that the Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday September 28, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room A, Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive, Madison, CT and via Zoom Webinar. This is a hybrid meeting and attendees may join via Zoom webinar through either the webinar link or call-in information below.

ESTATE Of Nancy Becker (26-0282) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated September 3, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk The fiduciary is: Peter W. Becker c/o LEES TITUS LEES. TITUS LAW OFFICE, 1575 BOSTON POST RD., PO BOX 446, GUILFORD, CT 06437

www.zoom.us Webinar ID: 859 6997 6750 Password: 153187 Or Call-in: 1 646 558 8656 #26-4. 395 Boston Post Road; Map: 37, Lot: 2; Zone: R-1; Owner(s)/Applicant(s): Nicholas and Chelsea Vasquez; Application for Certificate of Appropriateness to construct a detached 42’ x 24’ post-and-beam pole barn with three bay garage and second floor storage within the local Old Elm Historic District Copies of these applications are available for inspection in the Land Use Office and posted on the Town of Madison website, www.madisonct.org. All written correspondence can be submitted to the Land Use Department via email to landuse@madisonct.org. Dial 203-245-5631 for assistance. Thomas Boyle, Chairman

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MADISON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Madison, CT

Notice is hereby given that the Commission will hold a public hearing(s) on Thursday, October 1, 2026 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room ‘A’, the James Madison Room, Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive, Madison CT 06443. This is a hybrid meeting and attendees may also join via Zoom webinar through either the webinar link or call-in information below.

At a regular hybrid meeting held on September 3, 2026 the Madison Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action(s):

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#26-32+CSP. 908 Boston Post Road; Map:39, Lot: 4; Zone: R-2; Owner(s)/Applicant(s): Nicholas J & Nancy J Robert; Coastal Site Plan Application, Site Plan Modification, and Major Downtown Village District Application to modify porch railings, patio, and walkway for unit in small cluster housing development. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

#26-30. 128 Samson Rock Drive; Map: 38, Lot: 52; Zone: DC; Owner: Sherwood Island 44 LLC c/o JRI Advisors LLC; Applicant: Rebecca Craft, Titan Services, LLC; Application for Site Plan and Major Downtown Village District Alteration to install a stand-alone unmanned redemption center in the existing parking lot.

#26-15+CSP. Garnet Park Road; Owner/Applicant: The Town of Madison; Application for a Coastal Site Plan Review for the replacement of Garnet Park Road Bridge over Bailey Creek. APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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#26-34+CSP. 19 Advent Hill Road; Map: 37, Lot: 62; Zone: R-1; Owner(s)/Applicant(s); Charles Ponzo and Theresa P. Ponzo, Trustees of the 1992 Charles Ponzo and Theresa P Ponzo Revocable Trust; Application for Re-subdivision of Lot 4 of Advent Hill Subdivision

#26-33+CSP. 1321 Boston Post Road; Map: 31, Lot: 32; Zone: C; Owner(s)/Applicant(s): JL Boure LLC; Application for Minor Site Plan Modification and Coastal Site Plan to install EV Chargers in the parking lot APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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

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Lisa also understands what Connecticut’s taxes, mandates, and rising costs are doing to families, seniors, and small businesses. She will work to control spending, reduce the tax burden, address high energy costs, and make Connecticut more affordable. We don’t need more politicians pointing fingers or telling us why problems can’t be solved. We need people willing to roll up their sleeves, make a plan, and get to work. Lisa Deane has already shown us that is who she is. I hope voters in the 12th District will join me in sending her to Hartford. Nick Postovoit Madison

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#26-6. 51 Taylor Avenue; Map: 24, Lot: 143; Zone: R-5; Owner/Applicant: Cathy Y. Szeto; Variance request to Section 3.6 d) to allow 1.14’ where 12’ is required; Section 3.8 to allow 869sf of coverage where 800sf is allowed, to construct a carport on the side of the house. Application includes a Coastal Site Plan. DENIED #26-9. 7 Pent Road; Map 18, Lot 3, Zone: R-5; Owners/Applicants: Nick Anderson and Riley Kokoruda; Variance request to Sec. 9.2B, accessory buildings, to allow 2.7’ rear setback where 2.7’ rear setback exists and 9.5’ is required and to allow 3.3’ side setback where 3.3’ side setback exists and 15.5’ is required and to allow 3.4’ side setback where 6’ is required and Sec. 13.0A(6), enlarge a non-conforming building, to demolish and rebuild an accessory dwelling unit with a raised portion of roof and pergola. Application includes a Coastal Site Plan. APPROVED #26-13. 21 Parker Avenue; Map: 15, Lot: 47: Zone: R-5; Owners/Applicants: John A. Pescatore & Anne Martin; Variance request to Section 4.6A, Front Yard, on west side, to allow 9’ where 25’ is required; Section 4.8B Maximum Building Coverage to allow 1,160sf where 880sf is allowed; Section 4.8B Maximum Floor Area to allow 2,802sf where 1,760sf is allowed; Section 4.9A Maximum Average Building Height, to allow 34.4’ where 30’ is allowed; Section 4.9C Maximum Total Building Height to allow 39.0’ where 37.5’ is allowed to demolish a single family dwelling and construct new single family dwelling. Application includes a Coastal Site Plan. APPROVED Dated this 9th day of September, 2026 Maria Pettola, Land Use Official

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The Source Valley Courier17, 2026 Thursday, September

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The Haddam Killingworth football team celebrates after earning a 22-21 victory over Cromwell in its season opener on Sept. 10.

Haddam Killingworth Earns ‘Signature Win’ Over Cromwell By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

For a young Haddam Killingworth team still searching for its identity, a 22-21 victory over Cromwell on Sept. 10 may have provided the answer. The nailbiting win, which head coach Tyler Wilcox called a “signature win” for his developing squad, showed a team beginning to discover who it can be when the game is on the line. Down the stretch, Haddam Killingworth was able to score and convert a two-point attempt, but there was still enough time for Cromwell to respond. Cromwell drove into field goal range with a chance for a walk-off win, but the missed kick secured Haddam Killingworth’s first victory of the season. Wilcox said that after graduating nearly 40 players over the last two years, this team has been tasked with creating its own

identity despite having very little experience. He said Week 1 presented plenty of action and several situations the Cougars hadn’t necessarily practiced for. “They all almost came true in that first game, which is good experience for our young team,” Wilcox said. “We faced a really good Cromwell team. It’s a really strong program under coach [Sal] Morello, so we knew it was going to be a tough battle opening week. It was a great signature win for the program.” The Cougars have only one returning starter at each level of the defense and one returning starter on offense, which meant plenty of nerves for the first-time starters in Week 1. Wilcox said he could tell the team was nervous in the first quarter, but after some time, the Cougars began to settle in and play football. “It was a lot of new guys getting a lot of varsity experience, but

they settled in at halftime,” he said. “They corrected some of the mistakes, and they were able to keep their composure, and they just kept battling and playing, and they were able to get the job done at the end.” Despite the youth of the team, the Cougars have several players who will be key pieces going forward this season. One is quarterback Tim Hickman. The senior played wide receiver the last two seasons but has now moved to quarterback, bringing his knowledge of the system to the position. Another key piece is junior wide receiver and defensive back Jonathan Slane. Slane was a fulltime starter at corner last season and will be a leader in the secondary this season. Offensive and defensive lineman Owen Hill will also be tasked with leading the line, as the junior is the only returning two-way starter from

last season. Wilcox gave Hill high praise. “He’s going to be potentially one of the most dominant linemen in our conference,” Wilcox said. Wilcox was pleased with his underclassmen, especially sophomore linebacker Henry Greenwood, who was named honorary captain this week. “He’s a sophomore linebacker who has never played football before he came out,” he said. “He has put in a ton of work in the preseason, and then his performance shined as well on defense.” Haddam Killingworth is focused on building a standard that everyone must live up to this season. In the last few years, the program has been successful and has been on the brink of the playoffs. The hope is that the team can pull together and knock down that door this season despite its youth.

The key will be sticking together throughout the season and as the Cougars encounter adversity. Wilcox said that over the last few years, the team has lost meaningful games on the final possession numerous times, in part because the team did not stick together in tough moments. He said fixing that will be the difference between making the playoffs or not. “Just being able to hold our composure towards the end of the games and finish the game,” Wilcox said. “With the ball on our side on offense, and not trying to stop the team at the end with a field goal or a touchdown in the last seconds of the game that keeps us out.” Haddam Killingworth will return to the field Friday, Sept. 18, on the road against Oxford at 6 p.m.

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Deep River Horseshoe League: White Sox Win Tournament Championship By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

With the regular season in the books and the postseason tournament left to play, the top eight teams in the Deep River Horseshoe League competed in a singleelimination playoff to decide the league’s tournament champion. The White Sox took the regular-season crown and were aiming to cement their impressive season in the playoffs. Despite valiant efforts from all eight teams, none were a match for the White Sox. The White Sox were crowned tournament champions after going undefeated throughout the postseason. Round one of the playoffs was the quarterfinal round, a best-of-five series that took place Aug. 24. The No. 1 White Sox, composed of Brady Miller, Bob Beckwith, and Kyle Wilson, took on the No. 8 D’backs of John Sciacce, Butch Carotenuto, and John O’Brien. In game one, Miller tossed 10 ringers in the last eight boxes for the win. In game two, Beckwith and Miller combined for 48 points to win by eight. Although Beckwith was the top scorer in the third game, the D’backs used their handicap for a 1-point win. The D’backs outscored the Sox 5-1 in the last box of game four to gain a tie. Miller and Beckwith each had 10 ringers in the fifth game to win by 14 points. Miller’s 38 ringers were his best this season. With the 3 1/2-1 1/2 victory, the Sox moved to round two. The No. 2 Giants team of Mike Zanelli Sr., Matt Valentin, and Adam Fortier faced the No. 7 Rockies of Sue Pollard, Warren Bellows, and Anthony Malerba. When the teams played each other in Week 4, the match ended in a split, all games were decided by fewer than 5 points, and the Giants won total points 274-273. In game one, a slow start by the Giants, with 15 points in the first seven boxes, coupled with clean games by Pollard and Malerba led to a 23-point Rockies win. Game two was tied after seven boxes, but the Giants were outscored 31-20, and the Rockies won by double digits. The Giants’ scoring woes continued into the third game, and the Rockies scored another double-digit win for the sweep and a spot in round two. The No. 3 Pirates of Skip Robinson, Brian Walsh, and Gary Stevens faced the No. 6 Marlins of John Hutra, Mike Shashok, and Leif Selander. The Pirates

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won game one by double digits behind Robinson’s 44 points, 13 ringers, and three doubles. Robinson’s 31 points came within a point of matching the Marlins, but Walsh’s 24 points gave the Pirates their second win. The Marlins’ 5 handicap points kept the next game close before they took the lead in the 10th box and held on to win. The Marlins tied game four in the seventh box and outscored the Pirates 29-16 to even the match. In the deciding

game, Walsh’s back-to-back doubles in the seventh and eighth boxes and Robinson’s double in the last box sealed the victory. The Pirates moved to the second round. The No. 4 Cubs of Bob Cifaldi, Scott Allen Jr., and Peter Lessard took on the No. 5 Orioles of Mike Zanelli Jr., Ted Dubay, and Andy Turshen in round one. The Orioles held the lead for the first half of game one but scored only nine points the rest of the game, and Cifaldi’s 35

points gave the Cubs the win. Cifaldi and Zanelli each scored 36 points in game two, and the Orioles held the lead through the seventh box, but Allen Jr. outscored Dubay 24-17 to put the Cubs up 2-0. The Orioles’ playoff hopes ended in game three. The Cubs took the lead in the first box, and the Orioles could only close within 5 points. With the sweep, the Cubs moved to round two. The second round took place Aug. 27 and was another best-of-five series. The White Sox faced the Cubs. Miller’s 39 points, 11 ringers, and four doubles equaled the Cubs’ score in game one, and Wilson’s points gave the White Sox a 20-point win. Game two was a scratch contest. The Sox had a 1-point lead after one box, and that was the closest the Cubs would get the rest of the game. Beckwith and Cifaldi both had clean games, but the Cubs managed only five ringers to the Sox’s 13, and the Sox won by 22 points. The teams went back and forth for the lead in game three. Tied going into the last box, the Cubs scored four and the Sox three, and with the two handicap points, the Cubs won by 3 points. Game four was a repeat of game three. The lead went back and forth and was tied twice, including going into the last box. Again, the Cubs scored four and the Sox three, plus the four points of handicap, and the Sox won by 3 points. With the 3-1 win, the Sox moved to the championship match. The Pirates faced the Rockies on the other side of the bracket. Game one was a scratch contest. Pollard edged Robinson 33-28, but Stevens outdueled Malerba 2518. The Pirates won by 2 points. Walsh took control of game two with 38 points, 11 ringers, and two doubles, while the Rockies were only able to score 33 points. In the third game, Walsh and Stevens had a 14point lead after six boxes on their way to a 3-0 win and a spot in the championship match. The championship match between the No. 1 White Sox and No. 3 Pirates took place Aug. 29 and was a best-of-seven match. In game one, Robinson and Stevens both had clean games and combined for 63 points, while the only bright spot for the Sox was Wilson’s back-to-back doubles in the middle of the game to close with 11 points. Miller started with 14 ringers in See Deep River page 17

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Deep River Horseshoe League Continued from page 16 the first 11 boxes on his way to a 45-point game and a double-digit win. Game three was a scratch contest. The Sox took the lead in the ninth box and outscored the Pirates 16-10 for their second win. The Sox took the lead in game four in the first box, but the Pirates slowly clawed their way back to tie the game in the 10th box. Miller tossed a double and was topped by Robinson’s double, but Stevens’ 1 point gave the Pirates the lead. Both teams had six in the last box. The Sox used their handicap for a 5-point win. Like game four, the Pirates took the lead in the first box and had a 4-point lead going into the final box. Robinson tossed a

double and Miller topped him with a double. After Walsh scored 1 point, it came down to Beckwith, and he also scored 1 point. The Pirates won their second game. If the Pirates won the sixth game, the match would be tied 3-3 and force a game seven. If the Sox won, they would be the tournament champions. Like game three, this was a scratch contest. Beckwith’s five ringers and Wilson’s six ringers in the first six boxes delivered the quick knockout punch. That quick start completely deflated the Pirates, and the Sox won 4-2. The White Sox team of Brady Miller, Bob Beckwith, and Kyle Wilson became the first team in eight years to win both the league and tournament championships.

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Salem Theater Retreat Showcases a Play and a Musical in Development By Kristina Dorsey Special to Living

The Live & In Color theater retreat in Salem is helping two Connecticut-connected writers develop their work this fall — and also had some Connecticut College students help evaluate musical-theater submissions earlier this year. Live & In Color, created 12 years ago by director/choreographer Devanand Janki, is a creative incubator that strives to advance diversity and inclusivity in American theater. Each year, it develops a new play and a new musical and gives each public stage readings at the Bingham Camp in Salem. Janki says this year’s retreat “feels like a wonderful celebration of the incredible artists coming out of Connecticut.” Shyama Iyer’s The Sound of an Anklet, for which she wrote the music, lyrics, and book, was selected as this autumn’s musical. Iyer earned a Master of Fine Arts from the Yale School of Drama in New Haven and is working toward her Ph.D. Sitara Effat Ahangari was cho-

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Vaibu Mohan’s play Bound to You was developed and given a staged reading at Live & In Color in 2025.

sen for the June Bingham New Playwright Commission, which provides resources and support toward the creation and development of a new play by earlycareer women/femme and/or nonbinary storytellers. Ahangari, a 2026 graduate of Conn College, is developing the play Dar Tarjameh [In Translation]. Ahangari is probably the youngest playwright Live & In

Color has had, Janki says. She rose to the top of the applications, which were all evaluated by professionals, not Conn College students. (Those writers pitch themselves and a concept for a brandnew play, rather than submitting a completed script.) Janki says one of the most striking things about Ahangari is her voice, how she “tells stories and has such a unique perspec-

tive on the world and straddles many different worlds culturally.” In addition, her work is very poetic, he says. Dar Tarjameh [In Translation] is about language and communication. Ahangari is of Iranian descent, and the play focuses on Tarjeh, who is stuck in translation between Farsi and English. As a first-generation American, Tarjeh can speak only in broken

Farsi, and the character of The Translator struggles to translate Tarjeh’s words into English. Ahangari says: “By gentle grace and consistent belief from organizations like L&IC, I am privileged to speak my notebooks into plays and worlds on the stage. Art isn’t only planting seeds and tending to their growth — it’s seedbeds, garden guides, and friends you invite over to taste your tomatoes. My inclusion in the June Bingham New Playwright Commission attaches me to a long-standing legacy of giving new gardeners their seedbeds. Live & In Color is determined to help me put food on my table, and to bring me water and nourishment to grow Dar Tarjameh into a new rosebush.” Janki says Live & In Color had some amazing contenders this year and that Ahangari and Iyer are both “brilliant, brilliant people.” Iyer comes from a traditional Indian family but was born in the U.S. and grew up in Kentucky, Janki says. See Salem page 25

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Constitution Day Celebration: 6 to 7:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Students from Clinton, Branford, North Branford, Guilford, Assessing the Best Care Options: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Killingworth, and Madison will read the U.S. Constitution Library Community Room, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Julie in full. State Senator Christine Cohen will be a special Cruz, RN, CSA, discusses evaluating care choices based guest. Light refreshments and a free pocket-sized copy of on individual needs, preferences and circumstances, and the Constitution will be provided. Free and open to the developing a personalized plan that promotes safety, public. For info, email eastshoreleague@yahoo.com. THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 independence and quality of life. Registration is required. Paint-a-Plow: 11 a.m. to noon. Atwater Memorial For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit nbranNew England Pirates: 6:30 p.m. Chester Meeting House, Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children can fordlibraries.org. 4 Liberty St., Chester. Presentation on pirates and pirate stamp their handprints on a town snowplow that will be hunters of New England during the Golden Age of Piracy, active during the winter. Registration not required. Virtual Author Talk with Yasmine Cheyenne: 2 p.m. including why people became pirates, life aboard pirate Acrylic paint will be used; dress accordingly. For info, visit Online. Features a conversation with wellness expert Yas- ships, weapons and tactics, politics, and the decline of northbranford.librarycalendar.com. mine Cheyenne about her book, The Comeback Era: From piracy. All ages welcome. Registration required. For info Limiting Beliefs to Living Without Limits. Registration or to register, call 860-526-0018 or email Teen and Tween Pizza Scene: Noon. Henry Carter Hull required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit Library@ChesterCT.org. Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For Clinton res- hchlibrary.org. idents in grades 5 to 12. Features pizza, games, crafts and God of Carnage: A Staged Reading: 7 p.m. Willoughby activities during a Clinton Public Schools half-day. Pizza Shifting from Surviving to Thriving with Yasmine Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony and video games are offered in the Community Room, Cheyenne: 2 p.m. Virtual. Yasmine Cheyenne discusses Creek. Presented by the Moses Gunn/Norman Marshall with arts and crafts in The Hidek Hub. Students younger her book, The Comeback Era: From Limiting Beliefs to LivPlay Co. For info or to register (required), call 203-488than 12 must be picked up by 2 p.m. Bus service is availing Without Limits. Registration is required. For info or to 8702 or visit wwml.org/events. able from Jared Eliot Middle School and The Morgan register, contact 860-767-1560 or visit youressexliSee page 27 brary.org.

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Salem Theater Retreat Showcases a Play and a Musical in Development and evaluated submissions alongside the theater retreat’s own team. These students were part of a new credited course in “She has a great love of musical theater and also a literary management for theater diversity. The class was great love of traditional Indian culture, so she’s trying to created by Ginny Anderson, who teaches at Conn and bring them together in her work in general and in this who joined the Live & In Color board last year. piece in particular. ... It’s a really special, special voice,” This year, Live & In Color drew about 50 musical-theJanki says. ater submissions. It used to receive 120 or 130, but after The Sound of an Anklet is a contemporary story set in the pandemic, it began restricting the size of the casts. New York City that mirrors the ancient Tamil epic Silap- That move was in response to theater leaders who conpatik•ram. As a legal assistant (who used to be an Indian tacted Janki looking for shows that required only two, dancer) named Kanika Rajan translates Silappatik•ram, three, or four actors. she imagines herself as the story’s heroine. Kanika sees Janki says Live & In Color is a “small but mighty comherself in love with the fantasy character Kovalan while pany, but it’s always like, How do we get all the jobs her real husband is becoming drawn to a singer. Eventu- done?” ally, her now-ex-husband is charged with a crime and Going through every submission requires a great deal faces deportation. of time. For a number of years, Live & In Color has “It’s a really intimate piece about love and faith,” Janki brought in different colleagues and professionals to evalsays. uate those submissions, but even just coordinating that is Iyer says: “It is an honor to tell this story. A story of a difficult. woman battling expectations, and rising above, by Anderson has long brought her students to a Live & In dreaming, learning, and living an ancient Tamil Epic. I Color dress rehearsal, and Janki has always been struck am eternally grateful to Dev and the Live & in Color by how smart they are and how insightful their feedback team, who are making my own dreams a reality.” is. The pilot program for the class took place this past academic year, and the students did the first reads and b evaluations of the musical-theater submissions. Every Another Conn College Connection script had to be read by at least three students. The top 10 Some Conn College students became part of Live & In were then evaluated by the Live & In Color team and its Color’s literary process this year as they read, discussed, peers. Continued from page 24

Janki stopped in occasionally to talk to the students and guide them through the process. “It was such a great experience,” he says. “They were actually in many ways tougher on pieces than professionals were. For young students, it was a great thing for them to be: ‘Oh, this is real. It’s not just a hypothetical exercise. We are actually making decisions on things that will become something or for an artist that actually exists and sort of deciding their future.’ So I think they took it very seriously and took it to heart. It was very, very cool.” b

A Transformative Experience Looking back on the dozen years of Live & In Color, Janki says he is proud of the canon of work and the range of the pieces that have been developed at this theater retreat. He says: “Many of our shows and artists have gone on to great success, which is thrilling. It hasn’t gotten easier, I will say, mainly because of funding — every one of the arts is in the same boat — so that’s constantly daunting, but we do have really staunch supporters. I’m so grateful for the people who support us. ... I think it’s important, what we do. With (our audiences), I think they do love theater, and when they show up, they have a transformative experience.” For more information, visit liveandincolor.org

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Page Turners Find Me by Holly Craig Honestly, I was so happy to finish this book so that my blood pressure could go down and my anxiety could dissipate. Hallie and Gertie come together to search for their brother. He is somewhere on a mountain known for a hidden commune tucked away from society. People go missing from the commune. Who or what is behind the abductions? — Judi, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Life of M by Rachel Cusk Reading at times like a movie script, this brief novel follows a somewhat anonymous former child star and current film star, M, who encounters the unnamed writer/narrator, who has chosen to create a “project” in the form of a novel loosely based on M’s life. What proceeds is a somewhat taciturn and existential romp through a celebrity’s dayto-day, with the introspection and nihilism perfectly balanced. — Mel, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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

The Secret Dinner by Raphael Montes If you have a weak stomach, you should stay away from this one. But if you enjoy the macabre or liked Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica, you’ll want to devour this in one sitting. While reading this book, I battled a mix of revulsion and sympathy ... you’ll have to find out which won out. — Heather, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Regime Change by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan Well-researched and accessibly written, this book offers a critical review of Trump’s second administration so far. The authors’ stance is mainly implied; the book simply presents the facts, detailing major events and policies. I liked the attention paid to Trump’s relationships and his Cabinet, which humanizes the spectacle of his presidency. A great read to stay informed! — Marisa, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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Big Little Truths by Liane Moriarty Big Little Lies fans, rejoice! This is the sequel, set 10 years later, and it’s just as delicious as the first. The kids are teens, the moms are older, and there are all-new issues to deal with. It’s a quick, juicy read. — Karen F., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Continued from page 25 Shoreline Sailing Club Meeting: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Open to adults ages 35 and older interested in sailing, boating, and social activities. First-time guests are free; admission is $10 for returning guests. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 THROUGH SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 Scranton Library Friends Used Book Sale: Thursday, 4:30 to 7 p.m., Patron Preview; Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. The Patron Preview is open to Friends members; new members can register at the door for $25. On Saturday from noon to 3 p.m., all adult books are $1. Features adult, children’s, and young adult books. For info, email scrantonlibraryfriends9@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Friends of Branford’s Blackstone Library Annual Book Sale: Thursday, 5 to 7 p.m. for Friends members only; 7 to 9 p.m. open to the public; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Branford Train Station, 35 Maple St. Features more than 50,000 used books,

Farm Shark by Bill Canterbury, illustrated by Maddie Frost Relentlessly optimistic farm animals try to welcome the new addition to the farm. Absolutely hilarious! Great read-aloud—which animal do you identify with? — Jamie, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

children’s books, puzzles, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records. Sunday, $10 fill-a-bag; bags provided. Proceeds support library programs, materials and services. For info, contact 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or friends@blackstonelibrary.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 From Liberty to Legacy: Exploring American Ideals in the Musicals 1776 and Hamilton: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Michael Langlois. Explores how the musicals 1776 and Hamilton interpret the story of America's founding. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. POW/MIA Day: 10 a.m. Congregational Church green, Route 80, Foxon Rd., North Branford. Hosted by the North Branford Veterans Service Commission to remember those who did not return. For info, call 203-836-1027. Art for Life Art Exhibition Opening Reception: 5 to 8 p.m. Connecticut Cancer Foundation Gallery, 15 N. Main St., Old Saybrook. Features artwork by Cat Francucci, Patrick Ganino and Melissa Imossi. Hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served. For info, call 860-388-0788. Focus on Fall Opening Reception: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Spectrum Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook. Opening reception for the gallery’s annual fall exhibition featuring painting, mixed media, photography and sculpture

inspired by the colors, textures and atmosphere of autumn. For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org. Military Whist Card Party: 7 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church, 1680 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for light refreshments and raffles. Tickets: $15, must be purchased before the event. For info or tickets, call Jan Cattaruzza at 203-671-8223.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Guilford Fair: 4 to 11 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln., Guilford. The annual Guilford Fair features agricultural exhibits, livestock, entertainment, food vendors, midway rides and live music. Admission required. For info or tickets, contact 203-453-3543 or info@guilfordfair.org, or visit guilfordfair.org.

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Photo courtesy of Shoreline Arts Alliance

Fireworks Over the Brooklyn Bridge by Bill Keane is among the works featured in Shoreline Arts Alliance’s IMAGES 2026 exhibition at Connecticut Hospice.

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Under Watchful Legs by Matt Patterson is among the photographs selected for the IMAGES 2026 exhibition at Connecticut Hospice.

IMAGES 2026 Travels to CT Hospice Press Release from Shoreline Arts Alliance

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Squared by Linda Lancz is featured in IMAGES 2026, Shoreline Arts Alliance’s annual statewide juried photography exhibition, now on display at Connecticut Hospice.

Selected works from Shoreline Arts Alliance’s 45th annual IMAGES photography competition and exhibition are now on display at Connecticut Hospice for an exhibition that runs through Jan. 8, 2027. IMAGES, the oldest annual statewide juried photography competition and exhibition in Connecticut, celebrates photography in its many aspects, formats, and technologies. Shoreline Arts Alliance has partnered with Connecticut Hospice on the exhibition for more than 20 years. The photographs on display for patients, their families and friends, and those who work at Connecticut Hospice include work by Connecticut artists Carol Bailey of Guilford, Paul Berger of Newtown, Alan Berkson of Fairfield, Roberto Boria of Madison, Harmony Chamberlain Harrington of Southington, Isabel Chenoweth of Hamden, Lisa Colberg of Monroe, Gary Connoly of Branford, Penrhyn Cook of Bridgeport, Robert Coolidge of Branford, Juliana Doggart of Guilford, Michael Fanelli of Clinton, Lynn Fisher of Meriden, Kathryn Frederick of Killingworth, Mary Griffen of Cromwell, Bill Keane of East Haven, Linda Lancz of Branford, Kristin Long of West Simsbury, Allison Maltese of Guilford, Matt Patterson of Glastonbury, Scott Sewitch of Cheshire, Tom Tabaczynski of Hamden, Robert Thomas of Branford, Paul Vanderwoude of Woodbridge, Robert S. White of Guilford, and John Zyrlis of East Haven. Since 1980, Shoreline Arts Alliance has evolved from an arts-presenting organization to one focused on professional arts development, creating supportive communities for artists through recognition, mentorship, networking, and education. The nonprofit is a Connecticut Office of the Arts-designated regional service organization for the Shoreline. For more information, visit shorelinearts.org, email office@shorelinearts.org, or call 203-421-6739.

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Stand by Scott Sewitch is featured in Shoreline Arts Alliance’s IMAGES 2026 exhibition at Connecticut Hospice.

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Legacy Theater Adds Performances, Theater for a Young Audience Is Saved, Two Holiday Shows Announced Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater By Karen Isaacs Columnist

Another Loss: At times, it seems like bad news comes in waves. While we are still processing the deaths of Dolly Parton and Gloria Steinem, on Aug. 26, stage and screen star Tim Curry died at the age of 80. Curry is perhaps best known for originating the role of Frank-N-Furter in the stage and film productions of The Rocky Horror Show. But his stage career included Tony-nominated performances in Amadeus, My Favorite Year, and as King Arthur in Spamalot. He appeared in multiple films, and following a stroke in 2012, did voice work for numerous animated series and films. I will always remember his performance in Spamalot. Performances Added: Legacy Theatre has added four more performances for its production of The Odd Couple due to the demand for tickets. The added performances include Saturday, Sept. 19, at 2 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 10, at 2 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at LegacyTheatreCT.org. One-Man Show: Playhouse on Park in West Hartford is opening its 18th season with a one-man show, The Happiest Man

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on Earth, based on the book of the same title by Eddie Jaku. The title may seem incongruous since the book is about Jaku’s experiences during the Holocaust, including surviving Auschwitz and his life afterward. He has dedicated himself to sharing the stories of those lost and “teaching others how to find the light in the darkness.” The play, adapted by Mark St. Germain, runs from Wednesday, Sept. 23, to Sunday, Oct. 18. Tickets are available at PlayhouseOnPark.org. Broadway Concert Series: Next up in Legacy Theatre’s Broadway concert series is actor/playwright Sam Gravitte. Gravitte’s credits include Fiyero in Wicked, as well as the off-Broadway musical White Rose, and regional productions of Frozen, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Sweeney Todd, Beautiful, and others. The show is Sunday, Oct. 18. Tickets are available at LegacyTheatreCT.org. The show also streams live. Children’s Theater Continues: When Bridgeport’s Downtown Cabaret

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Theatre closed in June, the status of its well-known children’s theater was in jeopardy. Luckily, Fairfield’s Black Rock Theater stepped up and signed an agreement to keep the Theatre for Young Audiences going for at least five years. The first show will be The Christmas Express from Nov. 28 to Dec. 29. Details have not yet been announced, but you can check out info at BlackRockTheater.org. Briefs: The national tour of the musical The Great Gatsby rolls into Hartford’s Bushnell Theatre from Tuesday, Sept. 29, to Sunday, Oct. 4. Tickets are now on sale at the Bushnell for the national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical Maybe Happy Ending, which runs Feb. 16 to 21. Goodspeed has officially announced that Emily Skinner will play Miss Hannigan, and Jenn Thompson will direct the upcoming production of Annie. I learned this in July. Yale Rep’s production of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom will offer an audiodescribed performance with a “touch tour” prior to the Saturday, Oct. 17, matinee; an ASL-interpreted performance Saturday, Oct. 17, in the evening; a Spanish-language open-captioned performance Friday, Oct. 23; and an open-captioned, relaxed performance Saturday, Oct. 24, at the matinee. Holiday Shows: Two theaters have announced their holiday shows. Playhouse on Park in West Hartford is bringing back its award-winning production of All Is

Guilford Fair Parade: 10 a.m. Downtown Guilford. The annual Guilford Fair Parade, presented by the Guilford Fair Parade Committee, features the theme "Celebrating SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 250 Years of America." Open to individuals, clubs, busiBoat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to nesses, schools and community groups from Guilford, 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar Branford, North Branford, Madison and Clinton. Rain or Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLA- shine. For info or to register, visit guilfordfairparade.com. approved boating safety course. Cost: $65 prepaid by Thursday before class; $70 day of class; $75 walk-in, STEAM Saturdays: Magnus Effect Cup Gliders: 10 a.m. space permitting. For info or to register, contact Mark Essex Library Association, 33 West Ave. For ages 5 to 12. Bennett at 860-304-2696 or m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net. Explore the science of aerodynamics by using everyday Deep River Cares Fund Mums Fundraiser: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Deep River Town Hall, 174 Main St. Mums available in three sizes while supplies last. Prices: 8-inch pots, $10 each or three for $25; 12-inch pots, $25 each or two for $45; large patio pots, $45. Preorders are suggested. For info or to preorder, visit bit.ly/drcf-mums.

Calm – The Christmas Truce of 1914. Legacy Theatre is presenting a show created by two former Radio City Rockettes. ’Tis the Season will run from Dec. 9 to 20. NYC Notes: Producers of the Dolly Parton musical announced the show will open as planned in January. It is scheduled to open officially on Parton’s 81st birthday. The musical Six will close on Jan. 3 after more than 2,100 performances. The revival of Dreamgirls, which was scheduled to open this fall, has been postponed. No future dates have been announced. What’s Playing in Connecticut: The Snow Goose at Goodspeed Musicals to Oct. 18. The Odd Couple at Legacy Theatre to Oct. 11. Oh, Mary! at the Bushnell from Sept. 19 to 23. Come From Away at Sharon Playhouse through Sept. 27. The Ford/Hill Project (Long Wharf) from Sept. 19 to 27. The Great Gatsby at the Bushnell, Sept. 29 to Oct. 4. The Mystery of Edwin Drood at CenterStage Shelton, Sept. 24 to Oct. 4. The Happiest Man on Earth at Playhouse on Park from Sept. 23 to Oct. 18. Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident. To check out her reviews for New York and Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word press.com. She’s a member of the Connecticut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Circle, Connecticut Theater Women’s Network, and the American Theatre Critics Association.

1876 Star-Spangled Banner Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Deacon John Grave House, 581 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features Madison’s rare 38-star U.S. flag. Costumed docents will share the story behind the flag. Free. For info, visit deaconjohngrave.org.

Summer Market and Open House: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features artists and creative vendors on the museum’s back lawn, followed by an opportunity to view A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years. Free. objects to create a glider that is part game, part toy and Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. For info, call part physics experiment. Registration is required. For info 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Oysters, Steel, and Stories: Noon to 4 p.m. Clinton Historical Society, 103 E. Main St. Features oyster farmers, Block Party: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Connecticut River shellfish and environmental organizations, traditional Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Features live music, food and maritime crafts, blacksmithing, live maritime music, oysbeverage vendors, lawn games, and history- and nature- ter stew and grilled oysters. Visitors can also tour the Old themed activities for all ages. Includes the museum's Brick and Buell Tool Museum. Admission: $18; children annual meeting. For info, contact 860-767-8269 or under 12 free. Admission includes four oysters, raw on crm@ctrivermuseum.org, or visit ctrivermuseum.org. the half shell or hot grilled. For info, visit clintoncthistory.org. See page 30

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Ron Imbriglio Marks a Lifetime in Art Press Release from Ron Imbriglio

Killingworth’s Ron Imbriglio, 81, will have his first solo show, featuring works from his more than 70 years as an artist, at the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Road, beginning Thursday, Oct. 1. The exhibition runs through Friday, Nov. 13. Admission is free, and the exhibition is open to the public during regular center hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Imbriglio’s oils, pastels, and watercolors explore nature and creation both locally and from his travels across the country. He began painting while in elementary school and later refined his skills at the Paier School of Art in Hamden and Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in Old Lyme. A member of the Clinton Art Society, Imbriglio’s art has been displayed in many local shows, but this is the first exhibition to feature his work exclusively. Imbriglio “paints what he sees,” and his paintings reflect the Shoreline Connecticut landscape, with many pieces depicting Hammonasset, Chatfield Hollow, and other local natural areas. The show also includes examples of his commissioned oil and pastel works of people and pets. Originals and prints of Imbriglio’s work are available for purchase through Fine Art America or at ronimbriglio.com, where he can also be reached for information about commissions. The exhibition runs Oct. 1 through Nov. 13 at the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Road, and is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Admission is free.

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Hammonasset in Brown by Killingworth artist Ron Imbriglio, whose first solo exhibition opens Oct. 1 at the Madison Senior Center.

Continued from page 29 Coffee and Cats: An Afternoon with Big Cats: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Greater New Haven Cat Project Center, 1874 Middletown Ave., Northford. Presented by Gail Cameron, DEEP master wildlife conservationist and member of the Connecticut Beardsley Zoo curatorial team. The program explores physical and behavioral traits among domestic cats and their wild relatives. Admission: $25. For info or tickets, visit gnhcp.org/coffeeandcats.

Delivering Hope: Meals on Wheels Fundraiser: 5 to 9 p.m. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features dinner, drinks, dancing, a silent auction, and other activities to benefit Meals on Wheels. Proceeds support meal preparation and delivery services for seniors. For info or tickets, call 860-388-1611 or visit yourestuary.org.

Open Dance Party: 7 to 10 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford. Karen Pfrommer teaches a group lesson from 7 to 7:30 p.m. The Morgan School Class of 1976 50th Reunion: 5 p.m. Light refreshments provided. Cost: $20. For info, contact Clinton Country Club, 128 Old Post Rd. Features a reu203-208-0017 or info@timetodanceballroom.com. nion dinner for members of The Morgan School Class of 1976. Cost: $110 per person, includes hors d'oeuvres, Art of the Guitar: Billy Novick and Guy Van Duser: 8 to dinner, dessert, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. Cash bar, DJ, 10 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) Chester Meeting House, 4 dancing, and raffle prizes. RSVP by Aug. 19. Payment due Liberty St. Features Billy Novick on clarinet and Guy Van by Sept. 1. For info or reservations, contact Nancy Carr De Duser on fingerstyle guitar performing classic American Genaro at ndegenaro@comcast.net or Jackie Little Miller jazz. Tickets: $35 in advance; $40 day of show. For info or at jac9958@aol.com. tickets, visit acousticmusic.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Autumn Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features handmade goods from local artisans, including knitwear, seasonal décor, jewelry, candles and gifts. For info, call 860669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. New England Landscape and Bon Appétit Opening Reception: 2 to 4 p.m. Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Opening reception for the association’s concurrent New England Landscape and Bon Appétit exhibitions. Free. For info, call 860-434-7802, email info@lymeartassociation.org, or visit lymeartassociation.org.

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TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 What's in Your Cup? A Global History of Caffeinated Drinks: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Rebekah Pite, Ph.D. Explores the history of coffee, tea, chocolate, and yerba mate. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Pajama Storytime: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Children may wear pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal or blanket while Mrs. Fig shares stories with sound effects, movement, and puppets. Family members of all ages welcome. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860663-2000.

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Short Beach, a watercolor by Vladimir Shpitalnik, received second place in the Guilford Art League’s Annual Juried Show, now on view at the Guilford Art Center through Sept. 26.

Guilford Art League Show Honors Top Artists Press Release from Guilford Art League

The Guilford Art League’s Annual Juried Show is now on view at the Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St., Guilford. The exhibition brings together Connecticut artists and features work in a range of styles, media, and subject matter. Top honors in this year’s show went to Lori Neumann, who received first place for At Tiffany Farm, plein air; Vladimir ShpiContinued from page 30

MONDAY, SEPT. 21 Shakespeare’s World: Seeing the Plays through Elizabethan Eyes (Part III): 5 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Author and Producing Artistic Director Rebecca Goodheart discusses Shakespeare’s worldview and its influence on his plays. Presented by Elm Shakespeare. Free. Registration required. For

talnik, second place for Short Beach; and Marisa Taddei, third place for Noon Over Blue Mountain. Ashley Cotton received the sculpture award for Lifted by Joy. The annual exhibition includes traditional and representational work as well as contemporary approaches. The show will remain open through Saturday, Sept. 26. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Music Across Borders: 6:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Presented by Rotary District 7980 and its Opus for Peace initiative in recognition of the International Day of Peace. Features a concert and conversation with cellist and Rotary Peace Fellow Diego Carneiro. For info, visit osrotary.org.

Fire on the Hill: The Battle for New Haven, 1779: 6 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Presented by Ann McGuire, president of the Friends of Fort Wooster. Features the story of the 36-hour British and Hessian invasion of New Haven in July 1779, including the defense of Black Rock Fort and the battle at the site now known as Fort Wooster Park. Hosted by the Branford Historical Society. For info, visit branfordhistoricalsociety.org. LEGO STEM Club: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Participants use STEM principles to solve a problem, create a design, and test a project. This month’s project is an air-powered vehicle. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860663-2000.

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International Peace Day with a brief gathering focused on peace, understanding, and goodwill. The public is invited. For info, visit osrotary.org. Imagination Station: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For grades K to 4. Openended crafting with Miss Lauren. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Family Paint Night: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Participants will create art and take part in conversation with YA librarian Brian Story. Families are welcome. Paint supplies and light refreshments provided. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org. 250th Anniversary of American Beer: 6 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Illustrator, author and Advanced Cicerone Em Sauter presents an illustrated program on the role of beer and brewing in American history. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. Free. Registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. The 93rd Anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps: The History of Camp Roosevelt at Chatfield Hollow: 6 to 7 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Author and retired teacher Marty Podskoch discusses Camp Roosevelt and the Civilian Conservation Corps projects at Chatfield Hollow and Hammonasset Beach. Copies of his books will be available for purchase. Registration required; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000.

Trip: Connecticut Audubon Center: 8:45 a.m. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Features a guided walk exploring migrating birds and wildlife at the Connecticut Audubon Center in Old Lyme. Cost: $21. For info or to register, visit ssill.org.

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

The Atlantic Discussion Group: 10:30 a.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Monthly discussion of The Atlantic. Monthly issues are available to participants in digital and print formats while supplies last. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Access Health CT: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Trained enrollment specialists will answer questions about health and dental insurance options and assist with enrollment. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

International Peace Day 2026: 10:30 a.m. Peace Pole at Gardiner’s Landing, 150 College St., Old Saybrook. The Old Saybrook Rotary Club will commemorate

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Horoscopes

For the week of September 17 - September 23 ARIES Ð Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA Ð Sept 23/Oct 23

Aries, it is time to be on the lookout for fresh financial opportunities. Set new goals for yourself, and put your finances at the top of your priority list.

Libra, a dear friend or relative could use your support right now. Offer a helping hand or even a shoulder to cry on so this special person knows youÕre there to help.

TAURUS Ð Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO Ð Oct 24/Nov 22

Taurus, donÕt bother attracting people through false advertising. Instead, be authentic and you will find you garner much more attention and adoration.

Make an effort to be a social butterfly in the week ahead, Scorpio. This will quench your thirst to be around others. DonÕt be afraid to reconnect with old friends.

GEMINI Ð May 22/Jun 21

SAGITTARIUS Ð Nov 23/Dec 21

Gemini, the universe is trying to send you cues this week. But you will only receive these cues if you keep your eyes and ears open. Things may not be what they seem.

Sagittarius, this is a great week to establish a financial strategy that fits into your lifestyle. If this involves revisiting your professional ambitions, then so be it.

CANCER Ð Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN Ð Dec 22/Jan 20

Cancer, if you want others to open up, you have to start the conversation by sharing something from your heart as well. Make an effort to be more open in the days ahead.

Capricorn, donÕt be afraid to shake things up a bit this week. You may not have time to mince words, so donÕt hesitate to get to the point. Others will appreciate your candor.

LEO Ð Jul 23/Aug 23

AQUARIUS Ð Jan 21/Feb 18

Leo, this week you have the strength and motivation to accomplish your goals. You will sigh with relief when everything gets accomplished on time and in order.

It is time to be your own teacher and become an expert in any subject you desire, Aquarius. Start doing your research and you may be surprised at the discoveries.

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Crossword solution for September 10, 2026

CLUES ACROSS 1. Egyptian bull god VIRGO Ð Aug 24/Sept 22 PISCES Ð Feb 19/Mar 20 5. A young canine 8. North Carolina university You have a green light to spoil yourself this week, Pisces, this week you might start seeing a platonic Virgo. It isnÕt something you do often, so let pal in a more amorous way. The affinity you share 11. “Oddbod” actor Tom loose a little bit and splurge on some luxuries. may be the foundation for a great relationship. 13. Midway between northeast and east 14. A place to shop 15. Mysterious “Severance” family FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS 16. Single Lens Reflex SEPTEMBER 17 SEPTEMBER 21 17. Malaria Baz Luhrmann, Director (64) Jason Derulo, Singer (37) 18. Informal loan organizations 20. Twitching SEPTEMBER 18 SEPTEMBER 22 21. Holm oak James Marsden, Actor (53) Andrea Bocelli, Singer (68) 22. Willing to consent SEPTEMBER 19 SEPTEMBER 23 25. In an early way Jimmy Fallon, TV Host (52) Bruce Springsteen, Singer (77) 30. Stuck it out SEPTEMBER 20 31. Language in Ghana 32. Obtain Sophia Loren, Actress (92) 33. Ancient Greek currency 38. One point east (clockwise) of due north 41. Popular baseball movie 43. Group of islands 45. Church building 47. Ancient kingdom near Dead Sea 49. Late AC/DC frontman Scott 50. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation 55. Thick piece of something 56. Breakfast food 57. One mole of solute per kilogram of solvent 59. Ancient Greek City 60. Bitterly regret 61. Don’t forget it 62. Dishonorable man 63. Affirmative 64. “__ and flows”

CLUES DOWN 1. Bridge-building degree 2. Expression of sorrow or pity 3. Lizard species 4. Turkish leader title 5. A way to bother 6. Blank 7. A fine, closely woven cotton fabric 8. Sports broadcaster Ian 9. Popular whodunit board game 10. Alkali flats mineral 12. Large African antelope 14. It’s delivered most days 19. Satisfy 23. Water soaked soil 24. Of a past era 25. Chest muscle (slang) 26. Ribonucleic acid 27. Doctor of Education 28. Coffee receptacle 29. Where rockstars work 34. International airport in Connecticut 35. Russian river 36. It’s used to make cabins 37. OJ trial judge Lance 39. A means to persuade 40. Short poem 41. A way to begin hostilities with 42. Multi-function radar (abbr.) 44. Joints 45. Blatted 46. Swedish rock group 47. Millisecond 48. __ podrida: Spanish stew 51. Doctors’ group 52. Trunk of a tree 53. Tattle 54. Metrical foot 58. __ Angeles

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

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Word Scramble solution for September 10, 2026: CHOIR

ATHLETE BRACE CLEATS CONCUSSION CONDITIONING CONTUSION COOL DOWN ERGONOMICS GOGGLES HELMET HYDRATION IMPACT INFLAMMATION MOUTH GUARD PADDING REFEREE REHABILITATION SPORTSMANSHIP SPRAIN STAMINA STRAIN SUPERVISION TEAMWORK WARM-UP Word Search solution for September 10, 2026

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Designers Circus Pop-Up Returns to GAC Press Release from Guilford Art Center

Designers Circus, a pop-up shopping event featuring women’s clothing and accessories, returns to Guilford Art Center Thursday, Oct. 1 through Saturday, Oct. 3. The event is free and open to the public. For three days, the Guilford Art Center gallery will feature apparel and accessories from more than 70 local, national, and international designers. Designers Circus offers casual wear, professional attire, special-occasion pieces, and accessories for women of a range of ages and sizes. The event will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, and Friday, Oct. 2, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. The Shop at Guilford Art Center will also be open, offering handcrafted jewelry, accessories, home décor, and other items. A portion of event proceeds will support Guilford Art Center’s educational programs. Admission is free. All sales are final, with no returns, refunds, credits, or exchanges. Guilford Art Center is a nonprofit school, shop, and gallery that supports the arts through classes for adults and children, exhibitions, a year-round shop feaPhoto courtesy of Guilford Art Center Photo courtesy of Guilford Art Center turing handmade American crafts, and Colorful sweaters from Alembika are among the women’s clothing featured at the An Alembika dress is among the fashions special events. Designers Circus pop-up shopping event, returning to Guilford Art Center Oct. 1 through 3. featured at Designers Circus, a three-day For more information, visit pop-up shopping event at Guilford Art guilfordartcenter.org or call 203-453-5947. Center.

Continued from page 31 Teen Crafternoon: Journal Stickers: 3 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Participants will design and make stickers for journals or planners. Registration requested. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Diamond Art: 4 to 5 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, Killingworth. Children in grades 3 and up can create an animal-themed diamond art project using styluses and gems. Registration required; supplies are limited and walk-ins cannot be accommodated. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000.

ONGOING EVENTS Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketmanager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleyfarm.com.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, Opening Reception for the Elected Members Exhibition: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticut-made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersMain St., Clinton. Features an exhibition of works by market@guilfordfair.org more than 30 artists. The exhibit runs through Nov. 12. Free and open to the public. For info, email casclinMadison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through ton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org. Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Road. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy prodTrusts: Everything You Wanted to Know but Didn’t Know to Ask: 6:30 p.m. Virtual. Estate planning and elder ucts, flowers, prepared foods, and locally made products law attorney Erin Duques discusses trusts and whether a from Connecticut vendors. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com. trust may be suitable as part of an estate plan. Registration is required. For info or to register, contact 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Old Saybrook Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features Connecticut-grown and Connecticut-made products from local farmers, food producers, and artisans. For info, visit the Old Saybrook Farmers Market on Facebook. Stony Creek Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Stony Creek. Features a weekly market with local produce, baked goods, seafood, meats, crafts, live music, and family activities. For info, call 203-988-9335 or email shreichert@gmail.com, or visit scfarmersmarket.org. Theater The Snow Goose: Goodspeed Musicals, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Runs through Oct. 18. For info, call 860-8738668 or visit goodspeed.org. To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 • THE SOURCE • REAL ESTATE

Real Estate Transactions BRANFORD 11 Ark Road: Jill Spina to Rebecca Reed, $525,000 on Aug. 27 11 Ash Road: Richard L. Rappa to Louis A. Laudano and Jessica Barulli, $599,000 on Aug. 27 2 Brocketts Lane: Kay Marie Kazmaier Lt and Kay M. Kazmaier to Shana Gleeson, $575,000 on Aug. 26 39 Castle Rock Unit 39: Janet W. and Donald A. Dwyer to D & Peter Przybylski Ret, $1,285,000 on Aug. 26 58 Featherbed Lane: Kimberly A. Howland and Michael L. Dewar to Oswaldo S. Herrera, $820,000 on Aug. 24 280 Linden Avenue: Evelyn L. Waldron to Alan Salzman and Terraceesa Sullivan, $3,400,000 on Aug. 24 26 Linden Point Road: Christine Svenningsen Int and Anne Gilson to John Petrofsky, $1,100,000 on Aug. 28 53 Manorwood Drive Unit 53: Emily Laub to Brianna Hayes, $319,900 on Aug. 28 158 Shore Drive: Anna M. Marchitto to Jack C. Mascari, $525,000 on Aug. 25 88 Turtle Bay Drive Unit 88: Far Mill Riv Re Hldg LLC to Steven Beresner, $420,000 on Aug. 24

42 Straits Road: Estate of Carol H. Horvath and Colin Vance to P Douglas LLC, $460,000 on Aug. 25

CLINTON

ESSEX 9 Brooks Lane: Thomas E. and Tina M. Newman to Timothy R. Campanaro and Leah M. Houde, $775,000 on Aug. 24

166 Glenwood Road: Maria L. Ortiz Essex Glen Unit 7: David J. and Barbara F. Kmetz to Robin L. Burke, to Jessica and Jonathan Lindley, $730,000 on Aug. 25 $415,000 on Aug. 24 10 Oak Hill Drive: Barbara A. Celkupa to Lorraine Santiago, $445,000 on Aug. 28

112 Main Street: Russell and Leigh A. Rankin to John and Jennifer Shimanski, $780,000 on Aug. 24

54 River Road: Geremia Cassella to Michael E. Cassella, $150,000 on Aug. 28

N Main Street: John C. and Jennifer L. Shimanski to Robert and Christianne Downey, $1,611,000 on Aug. 24

21 Riverside Drive: Tobi R. and Jeffrey Becker to P L & Michele Maresca Real Estate Trust and Paul L. Maresca, $679,900 on Aug. 21

N/A: Karen Bachand to Jason and Christine Roberts, $925,000 on Aug. 28

64 West Main Street: Anthony P. Damato to 64 West Main Street LLC, $150,000 on Aug. 27

314 Three Mile Course: Laurie W. Douglas and Eugene Goldfield to Marshall K. and Allison M W. Mathis, $715,000 on Aug. 24 181 Wilderwood Drive: Thomas B. Hall and Nancy C. Kalin to John and Megan Engilis, $575,000 on Aug. 27

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2 Paddock Lane Unit 2: Estate of Ann J. Bradley and Wayne C. Bradley to Diane and Mark Vitagliano, $475,000 on Aug. 28

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189 Borrmann Road: Julia Obregon to Bryck A C. Montero and Kimberly K M. Gomero, $550,000 on Aug. 25 270 Bradley Street: Atlantic Prop 216 Bluff View Drive: Marshall K. Mgmt LLC to Sc 2026 Int, $160,000 on and Allison M W. Mathis to Manuel A. Aug. 28 Rodrigues, $815,000 on Aug. 24 Each office independently owned and operated.

665 Bradley Street: Estate of Lillian 43 Chestnut Grove: Sumalee O. Scalia and Doreen M. Scalia to Elvis Monaco to Tyler and Jennifer Nelson, $1,150,000 on Aug. 25 L. Sevilla and Evelyn S. Gonzalez, $340,000 on Aug. 27 25 Wood Road: 32 Wood LLC to Eric 2 Greenwood Lane: Bsm Hs LLC to Swanson, $3,150,000 on Aug. 24 52 Brown Street: Brian Prinz to Sumalee Monaco, $850,000 on Aug. 27 Margaret Mirabella, $665,000 on Aug. 32 Wood Road: 32 Wood LLC to Eric 25 488 Lake Drive: Tacyanna Woods to Swanson, $3,150,000 on Aug. 24 Robert and Lynne A. Goetz, $490,000 on 24 Farview Avenue: Michael N. and Aug. 28 Cheri Sarno to Pasquale Warrick and CHESTER 46 Laurel Cliffs Road: Timothy R Ashlie Forsberg, $417,000 on Aug. 26 Sullivan Real Estate Trust and Timothy 4 Francis Street: Estate of Julie S. R. Sullivan to Sarah Ballatori and 1 Kirtland Avenue: Deborah E. and Dunham and Louis N. Dunham to Mary Jessica King, $1,200,000 on Aug. 25 Eric Tangney to Brian Schiller, T. Hannafin, $301,500 on Aug. 25 $452,000 on Aug. 26 1763 Long Hill Road: Benjamin J. 5 Seneca Trail: Mathew Griffin to Cobb to Martha A. Wieler, $426,000 on 22 Ridge Road: Ruth P. Thayer to Laura Thornton, $375,000 on Aug. 24 Aug. 24 Daniel J. and Annmarie E. Thayer, $294,500 on Aug. 27

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54 Bar Gate Trail: Dean M. and Donna Digregorio to Joseph L. and Debra J. Colaci, $865,000 on Aug. 25

MADISON

31 GOVERNORS WAY | $1,319,000 This beautifully crafted home was custom built in 2006 with every detail in mind and a style reminiscent of those you would find on the Cape & Islands. You’ll find the highest quality of design and installation throughout this unique property. The grounds are stunning with professional landscaping in and around the elegant pool area. The chef’s kitchen is well appointed with Carrera marble countertops, Dacor 6 burner gas cook top, Viking double wall ovens, Subzero fridge and a custom painted wet bar. Five well sized bedrooms, including an exceptional 1st floor master suite, double family rooms, five bathrooms, double laundry rooms, two fireplaces, exceptional millwork and refinished Brazilian cherry floors are just some of the additional highlights to this stand alone property. 31 Governors Way has an ageless functionality and style. Quite simply, it’s in a class of its own. Agent related.

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20 Centre Village Drive Unit 20: Kenneth P. and Linda A. Treschitta to Debra and Walter M. Lodynsky, $500,000 on Aug. 25 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

49 Cottage Road Unit 3: Robert and Suzann Rusczek to Vincent Cammisa, $165,000 on Aug. 26 36 Devonshire Lane: Edward J. Hopkins to Lisa and Michael Mattern, $845,000 on Aug. 25 20 Forest Hills Drive: Carolyn Thatcher to Daniel M. and Stephanie Sloan, $713,500 on Aug. 25

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45 Burcam Dr | Madison | $1,075,000

262 Mungertown Rd | Madison | $1,750,000

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ACTIVE LISTING 128 Concord Dr | Madison | $1,250,000

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33 Park Ave | Madison | $1,700,000

SOLD

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329 Alden Ave | New Haven | $1,100,000

48 State St | Guilford | $1,000,000

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58 Indigo Trl | Madison | $1,050,000

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350 Squaw Ln | Guilford | $1,650,000

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130 Beach Ave | Madison | $1,400,000

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30 Overlook Dr | Madison | $1,050,000

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Real Estate Transactions 101 Garnet Park Road: Mary T Prince Ft and Mary T. Prince to David and Carol Watson, $2,175,000 on Aug. 28 85 Garnet Park Road: Brett M. Weiss and Melissa Barak to Thomas Prince and Jean M. Hill, $2,750,000 on Aug. 28

OLD SAYBROOK LET’S CONNECT! 31 GOVERNORS WAY | $1,319,000 This beautifully crafted home was custom built in 2006 with every detail in mind and a style reminiscent of those you would find on the Cape & Islands. You’ll find the highest quality of design and installation throughout this unique property. The grounds are stunning with professional landscaping in and around the elegant pool area. The chef’s kitchen is well appointed with Carrera marble countertops, Dacor 6 burner gas cook top, Viking double wall ovens, Subzero fridge and a custom painted wet bar. Five well sized bedrooms, including an exceptional 1st floor master suite, double family rooms, five bathrooms, double laundry rooms, two fireplaces, exceptional millwork and refinished Brazilian cherry floors are just some of the additional highlights to this stand alone property. 31 Governors Way has an ageless functionality and style. Quite simply, it’s in a class of its own. Agent related.

Janet Peckinpaugh, Realtor® 696 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 c. 860.985.3659 jpeckinpaugh@wpsir.com janetpeckinpaugh.com

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9 Randi Drive: John & Joanne Vincze T and John A. Vincze to Matthew 21 Baum Avenue: Courtney J. and Natalie R. Hambor, $967,500 on Delvecchio to Sandra A. Baldyga and Aug. 25 Joseph A. Manfredi, $600,000 on Aug. 24 89 Summer Hill Road: William C. and Martha T. Carbone to Sonia 820 Boston Post Road: Mark Pedraza and Peter Baez, $769,000 on Zuckerman to Hajan LLC, $390,000 on Aug. 25 Aug. 27 Phoebe Schreiner 617.645.3907 | pschreiner@williampitt.com Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

150 Mulberry Point Road, Guilford $650,000 Nothing to do but relax in this fully remodeled home only a mile and a half from the Guilford Green and walking distance to Chaffinch Island and Barbara Pine beach. Pristine home in a quiet location.

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NORTH BRANFORD

13-A Cove Street: Gregory Laviero and Karen McLaughlin to Stephanie Amato, $717,500 on Aug. 21

90 Clear Lake Road: Estate of Rosemarie Wojciechowski and Carol Ferraro to Brian Breeding, $52,500 on Aug. 24

9 Farview Avenue: Estate of William Chambers and Michelle Cantey to Bliss Bonan, $500,000 on Aug. 28

93 Clintonville Road Unit 4: John E. and Sue A. Dadamo to Liss Rivera, $240,000 on Aug. 26

WESTBROOK

Dayton Hill Road: Valana Stevens T and Michael C. Stevens to Zorn T and David Zorn, $745,000 on Aug. 25 112 Lanes Pond Road: Stephen J. and Dianne J. Torok to Eric Ferguson and Kelly Kruysman, $540,000 on Aug. 27 229 North Farms Unit 307: Jeffrey R. Puciato to Ralph Federico, $245,000 on Aug. 24 311 Twin Lakes Road: Margaret Barbaro and Mary B. Ingarra to Seth and Jordan Winik, $507,000 on Aug. 28

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NORTH HAVEN 1526 Hartford Turnpike: Massa Ft and Cynthia A. Kopetz to Manacchio Hldg LLC, $375,000 on Aug. 24 1953 Hartford Turnpike: Pf Investments LLC to Jeremy Doucette, $858,000 on Aug. 24

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15 Stannard Drive: Theodore F. and Penelope H. Babbitt to Creedance and Mark Mongillo, $850,000 on Aug. 25 Note: Real estate transactions are published using publicly available records and are matters of public record. Listings are not removed in response to general privacy requests. Removal will only be considered in cases involving a documented and credible personal safety concern. Requests may be submitted to zip06@shorepublishing.com

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 • THE SOURCE • REAL ESTATE

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145 Beach Park Road, Clinton $699,000

7 Milestone Lane, Madison $709,000

Charming Cape in a desirable shoreline location, just a short walk to the water and beautiful coastline. The inviting open floor plan features a custom kitchen with high-end appliances, Viking refrigerator, and granite countertops, opening to the dining, family, and living rooms with fireplace. Three upstairs bedrooms include a spacious primary suite with walk-in closet and full hall bath. Finished basement space offers flexibility for an office, playroom, or recreation. Enjoy a sunny deck overlooking the private, level yard, plus a two-car garage and city water. Conveniently located near the shoreline and center of town, offering the best of relaxed coastal living.

Classic Colonial on a beautifully elevated homesite in a desirable neighborhood, just minutes from Madison Village, the Town Green, shops, restaurants, and Connecticut’s shoreline. This 4-bedroom home features a living room and family room, both with fireplaces, a formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, and screened porch overlooking the private backyard. The primary suite offers a private bath and walk-in closets. A finished lower level provides flexible space for a recreation room, office, or gym. Additional highlights include a 2-car garage, newer roof, siding, and windows, plus natural gas and a whole-house generator.

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14 Midde Beach Road, Madison List Price $4,449,000 SOLD

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

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