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Cohen, Deane Discuss 12th District Priorities By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

Why are you running for the 12th Senate District seat? The race for Connecticut’s 12th Senate District is between incumbent Democrat Why is this race important to you? Christine Cohen and Republican challenger Lisa Deane, both Madison residents. The candidates answered questions about the issues they believe matter most this election season and how they plan to serve their constituents. b

Cohen: I am running for re-election because I am so proud of the work that we have accomplished so far — establishing a path to affordable childcare, cutting taxes for working families, safeguarding reproductive freedoms, passing common-sense gun safety

legislation, and fighting back against federal cuts to our most vulnerable. But there is still so much work left to do when it comes to affordability, healthcare, and bolstering small business. Deane: I’m running because I know what it takes to own a business, raise a family, and work through circumstances you never imagined facing. Hartford’s decisions affect

Ava Orphanoudakis is finding connections through art.................2

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I recently reviewed the preliminary plan and completed the survey for improvements to our Surf Club. My input is to prioritize the beach over other amenities. I also responded with some further thoughts I would like to share. The Surf Club is first and foremost a beach. Event space, buildings, trails, bike paths, snack bars, restaurants, etc. can all be located elsewhere in town. But the beach can only be here. We are losing the beach. We must spend our money on beach restoration, whether that’s replenishment, dunes, breakwa-

ters, whatever. You can’t put too high a price on maintaining this asset. With regard to the conceptual plan, I think we’re trying to do too much here. Seems that every little “want” needs to get shoehorned in. Parking is a problem on only a few weekends each year. 99% of the time the lots are not full and there are no traffic jams. Silly to spend a lot of money for a brief, short-lived problem. I wish the committee and the consultant good luck with the project and thanks for your hard work. Tom Hansen Madison

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This election is an opportunity for voters to get it right! That is why I am supporting Cinzia Lettieri for state representative to the 35th Assembly District. Cinzia’s accomplishments are already noteworthy on the state and local level. Her experience in education, public policy, statewide advocacy, and local government is a clear indication of her dedicated and enduring service. Cinzia is a member of Planning and Zoning in Clinton, serves on its regulations subcommittee, and the Water Pollution Control Commission. As a member of the Connecticut Council on Environmental Quality, appointed by Gov. Lamont, she impacts policy decisions

and provides oversight. She is also a strong proponent of health and housing concerns of local residents. As an educator, Cinzia supports strong academic programs, but is also committed to promoting diverse technical opportunities for students favoring the trades. In recent weeks, I have queried myself about how I might have the most impact with my single vote. Cinzia is competent for the job, but I want my vote to convey a message. Public service is a commitment to the people! Vote Lettieri who will advocate for you! Claire Walsh Killingworth

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As Madison and Guilford voters consider the election for judge of probate, with voting beginning Oct. 19, I believe Seth Klaskin’s experience and record of public service deserve your vote. I have known Seth for well over 30 years, first through our study of ethics at our synagogue and later through his leadership and town service. Seth currently serves as judge of probate for the Madison-Guilford Probate District. Before taking the bench, he accumulated nearly three decades of legal experience, including civil litigation and probate matters. He also served in Connecticut state government, including as director of the Business Services Division in the Office of the Secretary of the State.

Locally, Seth served on the Zoning Board of Appeals and for 17 years on the Madison Board of Education, including five years as chair. In that role, he helped strengthen Madison’s schools, which have earned recognition as schools of distinction. Probate Court often serves people during difficult periods involving loss, guardianship, conservatorship, and estate matters. These responsibilities require legal knowledge, patience, sound judgment, and compassion. Seth brings extensive legal, administrative, and community experience to this important position. I strongly support his election as probate judge. Mark Aron Madison See Letters page 12

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Peter Meier Madison Peter Macbeth Meier, of Madison, beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on Aug. 24, 2026, at the age of 84. Peter was born on Dec. 12, 1941, in Buffalo, N.Y., to Martin and Katherine Pfau Meier. He attended college at the University of Pennsylvania and graduate school at Case Western Reserve University, earning his Ph.D. in chemical engineering. He went on to work for Millipore Corporation in Bedford, Mass., and moved to Connecticut in 1995 to take a position with Cuno, Inc. in Meriden. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Cathy Bartels Meier, with whom he shared 54 beautiful years of marriage. Together, they built a family filled with love and laughter. He delighted in his role as a grandfather to his nine grandchildren, each of whom brought him immense joy and pride. An active member of the North Madison Congregational Church for over 30 years, Peter found a spiritual home there, and his commitment to the church and its values was unwavering. He spent his time singing with the basses in the choir and volunteered for many causes, including serving breakfast at Columbus House, tutoring students at St. Martin de Porres Academy, and mentoring youth for the confirmation program.

Peter had a love of travel and was fortunate to be able to visit all 50 states, as well as many countries around the globe. He cherished time at his vacation home in coastal Maine, where he always seemed to be working around the cabin, but also spent quality time with his children and grandchildren making memories that they will forever hold dear. Peter spent his life embodying kindness and compassion, known for his quiet acts of generosity and warmth. His gentle spirit was a testament to his belief in doing something nice for others, even when no one was watching. This legacy of kindness was felt by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Cathy; his children and their spouses, Julie (Lance) Abbott, Laura (Hank) Prohaska, and Andrew (Michael Frame) Meier; his sister, Martha (Martin Pelikan) Meier; and his nine grandchildren: Henry, Nicholas, Lauren, Katherine, Paige, Dylan, Ellie, Bennett, and Lila. He was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Susan (Earl) MeierTomkins. A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Oct. 17 at North Madison Congregational Church, located at 1271 Durham Road, Madison. Family and friends are invited to gather and honor the remarkable life he led. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the North Madison Congregational Church in memory of Peter Meier. See Obituaries page 10

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Holiday Decor Swap Spruce up holiday décor without spending money at a Holiday Decor Swap from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Road, Madison. Unwanted holiday décor may be donated at the Info Desk from Oct. 16 through Oct. 23. Donations are not required to participate. For more information, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

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Parker, Connelly Outline Priorities in 101st District Race By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

The race for Connecticut’s 101st House District seat is between incumbent Democrat John-Michael Parker and Republican challenger Mary Ann Connelly. Both candidates answered questions from The Source about their priorities for Madison, including education, affordability, and shoreline protection. b

Why are you running for the 101st District seat? Why is this race important to you? Parker: I’m running for reelection because during my time in the legislature I’ve been able to deliver for our town, and because I want to keep fighting for Madison’s future. As a state representative, I’ve seen proof of what I believed when I first ran for office: that state government can make a real difference in people’s everyday lives. I’m proud of the practical results we’ve delivered — but know there’s more to do. Connelly: The reason I am running for state representative in the 101st District is because I have lived in the town of Madison for 30 years and want to be active in maintaining and keeping the integrity of our beautiful town. As a mother of five and grandmother of 10, I have a vested interest in the future. b

What do you consider the most important issues in 2026? Are there areas where you believe the state is not doing enough? Parker: Affordability is the biggest issue in 2026. While the state can’t control every price people see at the grocery store or gas pump, or reduce the cost of borrowing money, we can ensure that the state’s fiscal house stays in order, and that we get as much money back into our communities to ease the burden of local taxes. This

looks like maintaining a balanced budget while paying down billions of dollars in debt, drastically reducing the cost of carrying that interest. There are also areas where we need to move faster. Connecticut still has serious challenges around housing supply and electricity costs — something we’ll continue tackling through expanded generation, energy efficiency, and public utility accountability. Connelly: There are many important issues that confront the state of CT. Education and health care should be a priority. If tax dollars were fully accounted for, more of this money could be appropriated for this. Special interest funding should never trump these priorities, and I will fight for this. Our seniors and veterans should also be a priority before the funding of any special interest group. b

What have constituents identified as their most pressing concerns, and how would you address them? Parker: What I hear most often in Madison is that people want to know they can afford to build their lives here — and stay here. For families, that may mean more affordable and accessible childcare, housing, and healthcare. For seniors, it may mean property taxes, insurance, or the ability to live comfortably on a fixed income. I also hear regularly about road and pedestrian safety, preserving open space and the shoreline, and making sure Madison is prepared for flooding and extreme weather. Connelly: Affordability is one common issue confronting the town. My constituents feel that local taxes are being used frivolously. We built a new school and now have five empty buildings without a plan as to what we will do with them. Our beautiful beach is eroding and has not been maintained through the years. But See Parker, Connelly page 14

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Cohen, Deane Discuss 12th District Priorities Continued from page 1 all of that, and I want to bring that realworld experience to the table. I care deeply about our communities and their future. One-party control has gone on too long, and I believe Connecticut needs more balance, more accountability, and people willing to ask the hard questions. I’m willing to do that.

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Cohen: I think affordability is the top issue for most families, and while I think we have made great strides to ensure that Connecticut is a place where folks can afford to live, work, raise a family, and retire — there is more to do. I think that we need to reassess how we fund our schools in order to relieve the burden on local taxpayers, establish affordable and quality healthcare options, and fight back against monopolies to lower our energy costs. Deane: Affordability, public safety, education, and keeping our businesses here are priorities for me. Families need room to breathe. Between electric bills, property taxes, housing, and everyday expenses, there is only so much people can absorb. As a business owner, I see how rising costs affect decisions about hiring and staying open. As a Board of Education member, I see the difficult choices facing our schools, especially around special education. I also believe preventing fentanyl deaths and supporting law enforcement require sustained attention. b

What have constituents identified as their most pressing concerns, and how would you address them? Cohen: I also hear a lot about Shore Line East and the need to restore service, as well as the importance of coastal resiliency in the face of climate change. Additionally, I hear from a lot of folks who are not happy with the direction the federal government is taking us, and they are relying on our state leaders to protect our Connecticut values — like protecting our neighbors, safeguarding access to abortion care, ensuring those who need it have access to food and healthcare. We have

made a lot of progress on these items, and I intend to fight for more. Deane: Electric bills, property taxes, housing costs, and traffic affect everyday life. People also deserve a meaningful voice in decisions that change their towns. My priorities would be reducing unnecessary cost burdens, supporting responsible school funding, and protecting local decision-making. Hartford needs to listen to the people living with the consequences of its policies. b

What do you hope to accomplish for your constituents during the next legislative session in Hartford? Cohen: Lowering energy costs, cutting red tape for small businesses, protecting Connecticut residents from federal cuts, and increasing state funding for education so our students and teachers have the tools they need to succeed, without overburdening local taxpayers. Deane: I would work for relief on electric bills, responsible spending, and a business climate that gives employers a reason to hire and grow here. I would push for more predictable education funding, particularly for special education, so towns can plan without placing every added burden on local taxpayers. b

What personal qualities are essential for a state senator, and how have you demonstrated those qualities in your work? Cohen: I think that you need to be fair, persistent, and a good listener. I think that listening is key to representing your constituents, finding common ground with those who you disagree [with], and making informed choices to move our state forward. I always try to work with everyone, regardless of party, to find common ground and deliver for my constituents. Deane: Integrity, common sense, courage, and the ability to listen. You have to be willing to explain your decisions and stand behind them, even when that is uncomfortable. I will work across the aisle when it benefits our district. I will also speak up when a proposal costs too much, takes away local control, or fails the people it is supposed to help. Cooperation matters, and so does having a backbone. See Cohen, Deane page 14

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Merry Hansen Madison Merry Susan “Sue” Hansen, of Madison, died on Sept. 14, 2026. She was born in Port Chester, N.Y., on Aug. 7, 1949, to the late Francis and Wilma (Nemetz) Mahan. Sue is survived by her children, David (Tracey) Hansen of Madison and Karen (Nicholas) DeFelice of Chester. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Juliana and Gabrielle Hansen, and Jackson and Chloe DeFelice. She graduated from Greenwich High School before earning a degree in interior design from Fairfield University. Creativity and a deep appreciation for beauty were woven throughout her life. A talented interior decorator, she had an exceptional eye for color, texture, and design, and a lifelong love of antiques. She was an active antique dealer for many years, finding great joy in discovering pieces with history, character, and a story to tell. She was also a gifted fiber artist and especially passionate about the traditional art of rug hooking. Over the years, she shared that passion with

countless students in Stamford, Greenwich, and Madison, passing along not only her skill and knowledge but her love for the craft. Her own creative pursuits also included needlepoint and knitting, and her beautiful handwork reflected both her remarkable talent and her patient attention to detail. And she never took herself too seriously. With her cheeky sense of humor, she delighted in referring to herself as “a hooker and a dealer,” a perfectly mischievous description of a woman who spent so many years hooking rugs and dealing antiques. Above all, Sue loved her family. She took great pride in her children and grandchildren and treasured the lives, traditions, and memories they shared. She will be remembered for her creativity, her humor, her independent spirit, and the many beautiful things she created, collected, and passed along to others. Her influence lives on not only in the family she loved, but in the countless students, friends, and fellow artists with whom she shared her talents over the years. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Please consider making a memorial donation to PBS, an organization Sue regularly supported.

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Connecticut River Call to Artists Artists are invited to submit Connecticut River watershed-themed artwork in any medium for consideration in two curated exhibitions in 2027. The exhibitions will be held at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex from February through May and the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center in Brattleboro, Vermont, from July through October. Submissions are due Nov. 1. For more information or to submit artwork, visit ctriver.org.

Bauer Park Seeks Harvest Festival Sponsors 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.

Holiday Craft Fair Seeks Vendors American Legion Post 79 is seeking vendors for its annual Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 43 Bradley Road, Madison. Vendor spaces are $50. Homemade soup will be available for lunch. Proceeds from table fees benefit veterans. For an application, contact Donna Farrell at 203-8042693 or farrell.donna@gmail.com.

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Our Voice in Hartford I write in support of Cinzia Lettieri for election to the Connecticut House of Representatives for District 35. Her passion for the environment is reflected in her presence on Clinton’s Planning & Zoning Commission and the Water Pollution Control Commission. She also joined the Connecticut Council on Environmental Quality. Cinzia will fight in Hartford to protect our shoreline. Cinzia will also fight for funding our public schools and infrastructure. She is already standing up for working families, seniors, women, and our next generation.

Most importantly, Cinzia actively listens to voters’ concerns. She knocked on over 1,000 homes in Killingworth and identified the voters’ priorities and what she as our representative could do for them. This campaign is not just about winning an election. It is about who we choose to be our voice in Hartford. Cinzia will fight for all of us. Please join me in voting for Cinzia as our state representative in the 35th District. Joan Gay Killingworth

Look Forward Rather Than Cling As a Madison resident who cares deeply about the future of our community and our state, I am proud to support the reelection of John-Michael Parker as our state representative for Madison and Durham. At a time when Connecticut and our country face both economic and environmental challenges, we need leaders who look forward rather than cling to the past. JohnMichael is such a leader. As the father of a young family, he understands firsthand the economic pressures facing families. In Hartford, he has consistently worked to control costs while investing in education and delivering state grant funding to a broad range of high-priority projects in Madi-

son—from Neck River Elementary School construction to improvements in the Town Gym and at the Legion Hall. I particularly value and admire his commitment to the environment. I believe that we cannot ignore the looming climate crisis that threatens our future and the future of our children. John-Michael, as the co-chair of the Environment Committee, drives initiatives that reduce greenhouse-gas emissions while also helping to create cleanenergy jobs that Connecticut needs. Please join me in supporting JohnMichael Parker on Election Day. Maureen Burke Madison

Looks Out for Madison State Sen. Christine Cohen is a champion for our local school district. As a father and as someone who moved to Madison in part due to the stellar school system, I am proud of the work that she has done on our behalf to maintain Madison as one of the best districts in the state. Think of Neck River Elementary, a new school that was unveiled last year to well-deserved fanfare. Sen. Cohen, with the assistance of other local leaders, was able to secure roughly $6 million in funding. This saved us, Madison taxpayers, and helped make the school better able to teach our children

Always Ready to Listen I am writing in strong support of Cinzia Lettieri for state representative here in our 35th District. Cinzia is a uniquely qualified and exceptional candidate who will serve our communities well. She is a public school teacher who has spent over 15 years working in education, advocacy, and policy. Cinzia understands the significance of our trades, apprenticeships, and vocational opportunities that provide multiple pathways for students to achieve a high standard of living and financial success. As a former public education teacher for more than 40 years, I understand the importance of her support for trades, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship as well

as providing preparation for college. Cinzia is an advocate for providing competitive salaries for teachers and paraeducators to ensure that every educator earns a living wage. This is essential for attracting and retaining top talent in the education field. She has already helped to obtain state and federal grants and will fight to bring tax dollars back to our district. Cinzia has knocked on our doors and is always ready to listen to residents. For these and many other reasons, I will vote for Cinzia Lettieri and encourage other voters to support her. Cinny MacGonagle Killingworth

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As we enter the month leading to this November’s local election, I write in support of Lisa Deane and Mary Ann ConWhen I look at the people we send to transit, and improve road safety. nelly. As leaders, they want to return Hartford, I want to know not just how Before that, Senator Cohen chaired the power of government to our local they voted, but where they actually took the Environment Committee, where she communities. the lead. led passage of Connecticut’s Clean Air Over the years we have seen our curSen. Christine Cohen has done that in Act and statewide plastic bag ban. She rent state senator and state representaseveral important areas. also created and co-chairs the bipartisan tive vote in lockstep with a one-party One of the clearest examples is Coastal Caucus. majority that seeks to centralize control Ethan’s Law. Senator Cohen led Senate Her work has also included support of housing, health care, transportation, passage of this important firearm-safety for increased education and municipal energy, public safety, population, and legislation, strengthening safe-storage funding, issues that affect our schools, education. requirements designed to keep guns out town budgets, and all taxpayers. This can be seen clearly by their supof the hands of children and others who For me, that is what effective repreport of affordable housing, environmenshould not have access to them. That sentation looks like: taking the lead on tal, transportation, and sanctuary state kind of leadership has a direct impact issues that make our communities safer, initiatives. on the safety of all families across Constronger, and better supported. Once Historically, the strength of this state necticut. again, Senator Cohen has my vote this has been represented by the image of As chair of the Senate Transportation November. the “Connecticut Yankee” or citizens Lisa Connelly known for their practicality, inventiveCommittee, she also worked to expand Killingworth Shore Line East service, support micro-

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as new technology comes. Besides Neck River, Sen. Cohen has secured an additional $411,284 of education funding for the town of Madison. While not a large amount, it shows that she fights for our children and town every legislative session. Sen. Cohen looks out for Madison and for us. I am looking forward to voting for her again this coming November and encourage you all to do the same. She is a leader and thinks about our future, our kids! Andrew Turnage Madison

ness, thrift, shrewdness, industriousness, and a no-nonsense, democratic outlook. Our current leadership works in support of the progressive notion of centralization of power and turns a blind eye to the corruption associated with one-party influence and control. Following their path, we will continue to see the rising cost of government, a growing state pension deficit, increased costs of housing, health care, transportation, and education, effectively redistributing wealth over this and future generations. To me, the time to change leadership and regain balance and local control of government is now! Peter Thomas Madison

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Which accomplishments are you most proud of, and how would you build on those successes in the next legislative session? Cohen: I am proud that I continue to secure funding to restore service to Shore Line East. This year we added another 4 trains, and while we have some work to do to restore service to pre-pandemic levels, we are adding trains and giving riders more consistency and options in their travels. We also secured additional funding for microtransit like XtraMile buses that are so important for seniors, those without transportation, or those with disabilities. Deane: I’m most proud of founding demandZERO after losing my son Joe to fentanyl poisoning in 2018. Nothing can undo that loss, but I was determined to do something that could help another family. Our all-volunteer organization has

donated more than $700,000 in support, including four drug-detection K9s and equipment for law enforcement. We’ve built relationships with the DEA, FBI, New England HIDTA, Connecticut State Police, and local departments, while bringing fentanyl education to students and communities. b

Is there anything else you would like voters to know? Cohen: Representing the 12th Senate District has been an honor of a lifetime, and I am eager to return to the Capitol to continue doing the people’s business. Deane: You won’t have to wonder where I stand. I’ll be accessible, I’ll listen, and I’ll tell you honestly what I can do and where the obstacles are. I’m running to represent all eight towns in our district, whether you vote Republican, Democrat, or independent. We may disagree on some things, but we all deserve a state government that respects our work, our money, and our communities.

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What do you hope to accomplish during the next legislative session? Parker: My first priority is to keep delivering Madison’s fair share of state resources. Every additional dollar the state contributes to our schools, special education, roads, public safety, or other local needs is a dollar Madison taxpayers don’t have to shoulder alone. ... The common thread across these priorities is using state government to make our community stronger, safer, and more affordable. Connelly: I look forward to asking for full accountability of state money. Why are we getting 75% less money for our school district than we did 10 years ago? Where is this money going? I would like to see SS benefits tax-free for all senior citizens and more money put aside for veterans.

What personal qualities are essential for a state representative, and how have you demonstrated them? Parker: A good state representative has to listen, be accessible, do the homework, and be willing to work with people who don’t always agree. This job isn’t about having the loudest voice in the room; it’s about understanding the details, building trust, and finding a path from an idea or a constituent concern to an actual result. Connelly: I believe patience and good listening skills are imperative to success as a candidate. I will work across the aisle in order to get things done for the people I represent. I am friendly, outgoing, and have a good sense of humor. I genuinely like people. b

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Parker: During the 2025-26 term, I helped to pass budgets that made major new investments in childcare, public edu-

cation, special education, municipal infrastructure, and transportation — all while continuing to pay down long-term state debt and easing the burden on taxpayers. Critically, Madison received more than $3,000,000 across the biennium in additional municipal, education, and special-education support in 2026. And our policies strengthened our democracy, defended reproductive freedom, and bolstered our economy. Connelly: As a school nurse, I have advocated for all my students. I have worked with the special education program in GHS to help students get the best education possible and promote their health and wellness. My children and grandchildren are my biggest accomplishments, and I use them as an inspiration for everything I do. I have always had positive regard toward my students/patients and will bring that to my CT assembly family. b

Is there anything else you would like voters to know? Parker: I want voters to know that I see this job first and foremost as service to the people of our community. Legislation matters, but so does helping someone navigate a state agency, showing up at a local meeting, and making sure Madison isn’t overlooked when state resources are allocated. I also want voters to know this work isn’t partisan. Moreover, I’ve again sought and earned the endorsement of CT’s Independent Party, demonstrating my willingness to set affiliation aside and get things done. Connelly: I have been on the Madison Board of Education for the past five years and worked in a nonpartisan way to get things done for our students. I am passionate about our town and its people. I have been involved in volunteer work including Project Children, The Red Cross, our 200th town celebration, Helping Hands, Demand Zero, Little Miracles, St. Gianna’s pregnancy support center, and have always been an active communicant at St. Margaret Church. I have always worked well with others.

Women’s Club Announces Coat Drive The Women’s Club of Madison will hold its annual Coat Drive throughout October, collecting new and gently used coats for men, women, and children. Coats can be donated from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31 in the collection box at Stop & Shop, 128 Samson Rock Road, Madison. All coats collected will be donated to BHcare, which will distribute them to people in need, including those experiencing domestic violence and homelessness, and those seeking mental health or addiction services. For more information, visit womensclubmadisonct.org.

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Ava Orphanoudakis: Finding Connections Through Art Continued from page 2 education eventually led to work connecting museums and universities in the United States and Greece. Ava taught at the Peabody Museum and became involved in the development of a natural history museum in Greece. As a project manager, she helped coordinate collaborations between museums and universities in both countries. Those projects included exhibitions exploring the flora and fauna of Connecticut and Crete, allowing audiences in each location to learn about the natural environment of the other. “It was amazing and so much fun and they continued collaborations where people were doing something good through education,” she says. “The dream project for me was in Crete because I was involved with the discovery and interactive center for kids there, which is still up and running.” While education and natural history remained important parts of her work, Ava also continued developing her artistic interests. She has belonged to the Guilford Art League for at least 20 years and has used abstract art to explore the natural processes that have fascinated her throughout her life. “I always knew I wanted to do abstract art work and at that point I was trying to express the internal processes of nature,” she says. “It has been spiritual for me on a deeper level.” Her current exhibition at Mercy by the Sea takes that exploration further, focusing on her interpretation of space as something filled with movement, patterns, and connections rather than emptiness. “Most people think of space as being

empty but actually through quantum physics we learned about how full space actually is through patterns and harmonies,” she says. “Musical space is the birthplace of everything else on earth including ourselves and in the universe, all of life comes from space.” For Ava, the exhibition represents an intersection of scientific ideas and spiritual beliefs, expressed through abstract compositions. “Memories of musical space is really about space as the fifth element which takes you to a scientific level on one side and a spiritual level on the other,” she says. “It is a combination of science and spirituality for me. The artwork is much more complex than my earlier artwork trying to express how full space is. There is a lot of dancing and movement in the work and hopefully more than anything it is musical.” The exhibition opened at Mercy by the Sea, 167 Neck Road in Madison, on Oct. 3 and continues through Nov. 23. The public can view the exhibition on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors interested in viewing the artwork on weekends are asked to call Mercy by the Sea in advance. Ava hopes visitors will take time to explore the 46 pieces and consider the ideas behind them. The exhibition also reflects her belief that a greater appreciation of the connections among living things can encourage people to work together. “In conclusion, I hope through a greater understanding and appreciation for unity of life, we will all come together and collaborate from a deep center of pure consciousness, infinite potential and love empowering us to create the beautiful healing patterns that life on Earth so desperately needs.”

Fall Learning Underway The Congregational Church in Killingworth is launching a Fall Learning Series featuring weekly classes, community gatherings, and monthly workshops beginning in September. Weekly programs include free Community Coffee at 10 a.m. Mondays; Yoga for Anxiety with Cynthia Sarris at 9 a.m. Tuesdays, $25 per person; and Learn to Play Mahjong with Sandy Allard at 9 a.m. Wednesdays, $40 per person. Monthly programs include an Art Therapy Workshop with Briana Benn-Mirandi at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, $40; and Paint Night with Cindy Stevens at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, $40. Programs are held at the church, 273 Rte. 81, Killingworth, and are open to the community. For more information, call 860-663-1789, email office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit killingworthchurch.org.

NAMI Shoreline Family-to-Family Class The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Shoreline will offer Family-to-Family, a free education program for family members, partners, friends, and significant others of adults living with mental illness. The nine-session program is designed to help participants understand and support their loved ones while maintaining their own well-being. Topics include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, and other mental health conditions. The in-person class will meet weekly through Monday, Nov. 16, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Registration is required at NAMIct.org under “Support and Education.” For more information, visit NAMIct.org or text Carol at 203-444-5253.

Women’s Club of Madison Welcomes New Members The Women’s Club of Madison welcomes new members. Women living in Madison or nearby communities are eligible to join. The club, which is part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, engages in community service programs and projects to enhance the lives of local residents and offers a variety of activities for members. Meetings are held monthly in Madison from September through June. For more information, contact membership chairs Joan Powers at 917-601-8194 or Gladys Waltemade at 917-885-5812, or visit womensclubmadisonct.com.

Women & Family Life Center Seeks Committee Members Women & Family Life Center is seeking individuals interested in joining its Fundraising & Events Committee. The committee supports fundraising efforts, develops ideas, and creates events that bring the community together while supporting the organization’s work with women and families across the shoreline. Those interested in planning, connecting with others, working behind the scenes, or supporting Women & Family Life Center in another way are invited to contact the organization. For more information, contact 203-458-6699 or info@womenandfamilylife.org.

Art in Public Spaces submissions The Connecticut Office of the Arts is accepting submissions from artists for two Art in Public Spaces projects, which will purchase existing artwork for interior spaces. The CT State Community College Housatonic project has a Dec. 15 deadline, while the 165 Capitol Avenue State Office Building project has a Jan. 15, 2027, deadline. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. For more information, email Tamara Dimitri at tamara.dimitri@ct.gov or visit ct.gov/arts.

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 860913-1654 or visit griefshare.org.

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Carry Momentum into Shoreline Championships By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Haddam-Killingworth’s boys and girls cross country teams established themselves as contenders heading into the postseason, with strong performances against out-of-state competition and dominant results in the Shoreline Conference. The Cougars swept their respective Division 3 team titles at the Somers Big Red Invitational in New York, captured the combined boys and girls championship at the meet, and went undefeated in their only Shoreline Large School League meet of the season. Both teams also turned in competitive performances against some of the top programs in Massachusetts and New York. “We’ve been running really well as a team,” head coach Matt Diglio said. “We’ve been able to run together and pack up, which has been a big strength for us.” H-K opened its season at the Highland Park Invitational in Attleboro, Massachusetts, where the girls finished second with 50 points, and the boys placed third with 99 points. Senior co-captain Charlotte Behnke led the girls with a second-place finish in 19:39 on the 5-kilometer course, followed by sophomore Alyssa Behnke in fourth at 20:12. Senior co-captain Emi Schweitzer finished ninth in 20:40, while sophomore Annie Webster placed 12th in 21:12. On the boys side, senior co-captain Evan Berardino placed fifth in 16:40, followed by senior cocaptain Wyatt Voegtli in eighth at 16:52. Junior Trey Downing finished 25th in 17:50 to help lead the Cougars. H-K followed with an impressive showing at the Somers Big Red Invitational on Sept. 19, sweeping the Division 3 team titles. The girls scored 31 points, led by Charlotte Behnke’s second-

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Haddam-Killingworth’s Quinn Spector and Fisher Norton compete for the Cougars, who swept the Division 3 team titles at the Somers Big Red Invitational.

place finish in 19:54. Alyssa Behnke placed third in 20:51, and Schweitzer was fourth in 20:58. Webster finished eighth, while freshman Mattie Gersz placed 14th in her first 5K race. The boys dominated their division with 19 points, led by Berardino’s overall victory in 16:36, the fastest time of the meet on the challenging course. Voegtli finished second in 16:47, and Downing placed third in 17:28 to complete the top-three sweep. Senior Paul Birkmeyer and sophomore Mason Bergman finished eighth and ninth, respectively. The Cougars continued their success at the Shoreline Large School League meet at Totoket Park in North Branford, where both teams went 5-0 against Valley Regional, Morgan, North Branford, East Hampton, and Cromwell. The boys improved to 5-0 in dual meets, extending their unbeaten streak to 131 consecutive dual meets dating to 2014. Voegtli, Berardino, and Downing ran together at the front of the

field, finishing in the same time of 16:59 to take the first three places. Birkmeyer placed sixth in 17:46, and freshman RJ Ortega finished eighth in 18:10. The girls also swept their five opponents, improving to 111-2 in dual meets since 2015. Charlotte Behnke, Schweitzer, and Alyssa Behnke finished together in 22:36 to take third through fifth place. Webster placed eighth in 22:40, and Gersz finished ninth in 23:01 after leading the team’s pack for much of the race. H-K then tested itself against larger fields at the Bay State Invitational in Wrentham, Massachusetts, and the Saratoga Invitational in New York. At Bay State, the girls finished third in the Varsity A race with 112 points. Charlotte Behnke placed 10th in 19:12, Alyssa Behnke was 14th in 19:41, and Schweitzer finished 19th in 19:51. Webster placed 32nd in 20:39, and freshman Delia Becker rounded out the scoring in 67th at 22:20. The boys placed sixth with 155 points against strong Mas-

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Haddam-Killingworth’s Emi Schweitzer and Annie Webster have helped lead the Cougars through a strong regular season as they prepare for the Shoreline Conference Championships.

sachusetts competition. Berardino led the Cougars in 16:08 for 18th place, followed by Voegtli in 30th at 16:26. Downing, Birkmeyer, and Ortega finished 44th, 52nd, and 61st, respectively. At Saratoga, the girls placed fourth with 113 points on a fast course, highlighted by Charlotte Behnke’s seventh-place finish in 18:11. Alyssa Behnke finished 16th in 19:05, Schweitzer was 18th in 19:19, and Webster placed 28th in 19:53. Gersz finished 50th in 22:12 as the Cougars recorded multiple personal records. The boys delivered one of their strongest performances of the season, finishing second with 104

points behind Saratoga, the topranked team in New York. Berardino placed fifth in 15:30, while Voegtli finished 10th in 15:53. Birkmeyer placed 25th in 16:19, Downing finished 43rd in 15:57, and sophomore Quinn Spector rounded out the scoring in 58th at 17:49. With the regular season complete, H-K turned its attention to the Shoreline Conference Championships on Thursday, Oct. 22, at Hammonasset State Park. The Cougars will look to carry their team depth and consistency into the championship portion of the schedule as they pursue strong finishes against their Shoreline rivals.

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The Shoreline Co-op girls swim team improved to 3-2 with a 103-65 victory over Waterford on Sept. 28.

Shoreline Co-op swimmers prepare for the start of the 200-yard freestyle relay during their 103-65 victory over Waterford on Sept. 28. Haddam-Killingworth sophomores Hazel Forristall (far left) and Brynn DiNapoli (center) helped their relay teams finish second and first, respectively.

Shoreline Co-op Girls Swimming Tops Waterford, 103-65 By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

The Shoreline Co-op girls swim team continued its early-season progress with an impressive performance against Waterford. On Sept. 28, Shoreline defeated Waterford 103-65 to improve to 3-2 on the season. The co-op, which combines swimmers from Haddam-Killingworth, Valley Regional, Lyme-Old Lyme, and Old Saybrook, established control early by taking first and third in the opening 200-yard medley relay. Shoreline carried that momentum through the remainder of the meet, earning victories in several individual events and relays while collecting multiple top-three finishes. The victory followed an opening stretch that included wins over Norwich Free Academy, 98-52, and East Lyme, 99-71, along with losses to Sheehan, 91-79, and Fitch Co-op, 96-72. Shoreline also captured first place in four of eight relay

events at an annual five-team relay meet earlier in the season. Shoreline Co-op girls swimming coach Alison Karam said the team was continuing to progress as the season went on and remained focused on getting better. “What we’re looking for at this stage is improvement in stroke technique, stamina and speed,” Karam said. “The girls are working hard, and it’s paying off with 37 personal best times so far this swim season.” Shoreline has already made a strong impression in the state qualifying picture. As of Sept. 22, seven swimmers had qualified for 12 state championship events by reaching qualifying times in nearly every event. Emma Scherber, a sophomore from Valley Regional, qualified in four events, including the 100-yard freestyle, 200-yard freestyle, 500-yard freestyle, and 100-yard backstroke. Junior Claire Johnson, also from Valley Regional, qualified in the 200-

yard individual medley and 100-yard butterfly. Other state qualifiers include junior Phoebe Spallone and sophomore Sofia Yumbla, both from Valley Regional, along with Haddam-Killingworth senior Olive Forristall and freshmen Abby Beloin and Kayla Franklin. Several of those swimmers also continued their strong performances against Waterford. Scherber won both the 200yard and 400-yard freestyle events, while Yumbla captured first in the 100-yard freestyle after finishing second in the 200yard freestyle. Spallone won the 100-yard backstroke, and Beloin claimed first in the 100-yard breaststroke. Johnson contributed second-place finishes in the 200-yard individual medley and 100-yard butterfly. Livy Roberts placed third in the 200-yard freestyle and second in the 400-yard freestyle, while Ella Morse added third-place finishes in both the 50-yard and 100-yard freestyle events. Norah Reeps finished second in

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the 50-yard freestyle, and Lauren Thebeau and Franklin each earned a thirdplace finish. Shoreline also found success in the relays. The team of Morse, Brynn DiNapoli, Reeps, and Scherber won the 200-yard freestyle relay, while Olive Forristall, Hazel Forristall, Yumbla, and Eliza Sturges finished second. In the 400yard freestyle relay, Scherber, Yumbla, Spallone, and Johnson combined to take first, with another Shoreline quartet finishing third. The depth of the roster has been an important part of the co-op’s early-season results. Twenty-five swimmers competed against Waterford, representing all four schools and contributing across individual and relay events. With a mix of experienced upperclassmen and younger swimmers, Shoreline has continued to develop its lineup while building toward the state championships.

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Ivoryton’s A Piece of My Heart About the U.S. Women Who Served in Vietnam Is Well-Acted and Disturbing By Karen Isaacs Special to Living

Women have been in war since time began; some pretended to be men, but others provided nursing care, friendship, and entertainment. Debutantes became ambulance drivers in World War I. Both their contributions and their experiences have often been overlooked or diminished. Ivoryton Playhouse’s production of A Piece of My Heart (through Sunday, Oct. 25) focuses on six women who served in Vietnam. It is based on the book of the same name, an oral history of 26 women who served. Playwright Shirley Lauro has created six characters — three are nurses, one is career Army, the fifth is an entertainer, and another works for the Red Cross. In addition, Galen Donovan portrays all the men — from supercilious officers to “grunts” to civilians. Each saw the horror of the war — the nurses more than the others — but they all experienced danger — from attacks by the enemy to being patronized and ignored by the men, to sexual assaults, often by their comradesin-arms. All had a difficult time reentering civilian life. Lauro has focused on the trauma they experienced; for the nurses, it was the never-ending horror of missing limbs and dying soldiers, but it was also the terror, the drugs, the drinking, and the heartbreak of romances ending in death or being attacked and then having the experience discounted. For the career Army officer, it was being dismissed and having her intelligence findings ignored, perhaps because she was a woman or perhaps because she was African American. The three nurses enlist for different reasons when they graduate from nursing school; all were told that only volunteers were sent to ’Nam, yet each was assigned there immediately upon

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Cast members portray anti-war protesters in Ivoryton Playhouse’s production of A Piece of My Heart, which explores the experiences of six American women who served during the Vietnam War.

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Two cast members portray women serving during the Vietnam War in A Piece of My Heart at Ivoryton Playhouse. The play follows six women through their wartime experiences and their struggles to readjust to civilian life.

completing basic training. Martha (Autumn Eliza Sheffy) is an Army brat who follows her mother, a former Navy nurse. Whitney (Mandy Evans) wants to escape Erie, Pennsylvania, and her conservative family. Leeann (Alicia Kaori) has protested the war but signs up — she wants to be stationed in Hawaii where “people look like her.” Angela Hall is Steele — an African American woman from Mississippi who is career Army; she is an intelligence officer who views her tour as a way to promotion. Then there is Mary Jo (Allie Seibold), the very young (18) member of a singing group hired to tour and entertain. Finally, Olivia Fenton, a Vassar graduate, is Sissy, who becomes a Red Cross volunteer, or what some call a “donut dolly.” Despite the valiant effort of the cast and director Jacqueline Hubbard, I found this play in many ways disappointing. The cast is fine; each develops a sense of their character, the scenic design (by Kim Zhou) is very good, and the sound design by Rhian Franchebois is excellent. Yet, I left the theater unmoved. By the time I had gotten home, I could not recall much about any specific character. Lauro is responsible for that. The characters are more stereotypes than individuals, from the sweet, naïve Whitney from the conservative family to the bored Sissy who doesn’t want to teach in a private school. Why did the anti-war Leeann enlist? Couldn’t she have gotten to Hawaii any other way? Even their experiences seem generic. I couldn’t remember later which one had fallen in love with a GI who died right before going home. Was she the same one whose conscientious objector orderly was gunned down? At least the experiences of Steele, Mary Jo, and Sissy are somewhat more memorable See Ivoryton page 25

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All About Artists: Alma Thomas: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Children ages 6 to 12 learn about artist Alma Thomas and create artwork inspired by her work. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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All About Allergies with Physician Zachary Rubin: 6 p.m. Via Zoom. Virtual author talk about Rubin’s book, All About Allergies: Everything You Need to Know About Asthma, Food Allergies, Hay Fever, and More. Free. Registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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Veterans Coffee and Connections: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Clinton Town Hall Green Room, 54 E. Main St. Hosted by the Clinton Veterans Advisory Committee. Veterans can meet for coffee and conversation and make connections. For info, call Rick Way at 203-980-5448.

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Actor Campbell Harmon performs stories and poems by Edgar Allan Poe and discusses Poe's life, death and legacy. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. Registration required. For info, call 203-4881441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Social Services Help Day: 9 to 9:45 a.m. Grace Church, 336 Main St., Old Saybrook. Old Saybrook Social Services offers food assistance through a CT Foodshare mobile market truck, along with dental supplies, a hygiene kit, and blood pressure checks. Bring grocery bags. For info, contact 860-395-3188 or susan.consoli@oldsaybrookct.gov.

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Palate to Palette: 6 to 9 p.m. Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Signature fundraising gala featuring live music, food from regional restaurants and caterers, and a silent auction of new artwork by association member artists. Tickets: $85 per person; RSVP required. Proceeds support the association’s exhibitions and special projects. For info or tickets, call 860-434-7802 or visit lymeartassociation.org/palate-to-palette.

Art Therapy Workshop: 10 a.m. The Congregational Church in Killingworth, 273 Rte. 81. Briana Benn-Mirandi of Art & Soul Therapy leads a creative art therapy workshop. No artistic experience required. Cost: $40 per person. For info, call 860-663-1789, email office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit killingworthchurch.org.

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101st CT Representatives Candidates’ Debate: 7 p.m. Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd., Madison. The League of Women Voters of the East Shore sponsors a debate featuring Mary Ann Connelly and John-Michael Parker. The public is invited to attend. The debate will be recorded and may be viewed on the League of Women Voters of the East Shore YouTube channel. Questions for the candidates are welcome. For info or to submit questions or topics, email eastshoreleague@yahoo.com.

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Pre-Performance Talk: Verdi’s Macbeth: 5:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St., Guilford. Alan Mann, artistic director of Opera Theater of Connecticut, will discuss Verdi’s opera, including its music, characters and dramatic themes. Co-sponsored by the Shoreline Opera Club and Shoreline Village Connecticut. Free; registration requested. For info, email ShorelineOperaClub@gmail.com or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

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Tweens Magic: The Gathering: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Participants will learn Magic: The Gathering from the ground up; all levels of experience are welcome. Cards and materials are provided, and participants will build decks to take home. Recommended for ages 9 and older. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Concert by Buddy Mondlock: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by The Occasional Coffee House. Sponsored by Shoreline Pastoral Counseling. Tickets: $20, includes coffee, tea, and homemade cookies. For info or tickets, visit eventbrite.com or northmadisoncc.org. See page 26

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acteristics and experiences is intentional — Lauro’s way of indicating that these were routine, part of the daily grind and, therefore, not individually memorable. I was left applauding the cast but also

wondering if this was just one slice of their experiences. This might be enlightening for teens, but younger children could find it disturbing. For tickets, visit Ivoryton Playhouse.org.

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A Trip to Playhouse on Park Is Well Worth It; Arthur Miller’s The Price in Branford; and a New Comedy in Westport Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater By Karen Isaacs Columnist

Sondheim, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and Huey Lewis: Goodspeed’s 2027 season features three shows with longer runs. The season opens with Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods (April 30-July 4), followed by The Heart of Rock and Roll, inspired by the songs of Huey Lewis and the News (July 16-Sept. 19), and concluding with Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic The King & I (Oct. 1-Dec. 5). Season tickets are now on sale; tickets to individual productions will go on sale at a later date. Visit Goodspeed.org for information. Make it to West Hartford: Go see The Happiest Man on Earth, now running at Playhouse on Park through Sunday, Oct. 18. You’ll see a magnificent performance by Robert Resnikoff as Eddie Jaku, a man who survived five concentration camps, several escapes, and later worked tirelessly for peace and forgiveness. Tickets are available at PlayhouseOnPark.org. Long Wharf in Branford: If you want to see the Long Wharf production of The Price by Arthur Miller, you will have to go to the Legacy Theatre in Branford. The

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two are teaming up, with Legacy providing the performing space. The play, about two estranged brothers reuniting years later, has a fine cast, including Tony nominee Mark Nelson. It runs from Friday, Oct. 30, through Sunday, Nov. 30. Tickets are available at LongWharf.org. Another Riff on Pride & Prejudice: Westport Country Playhouse opens its season with a world premiere comedy by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me a Tenor, Crazy for You), Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley. This sparkling and wildly imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic finds married life at Pemberley turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives — Napoleon Bonaparte himself, awaiting exile. One of my favorite actresses, Kristine Nielsen, plays the haughty Lady Catherine de Bourgh. It runs from Tuesday, Oct. 20, through Saturday, Nov. 7. Tickets are at WestportPlayhouse.org. A Conversation with Bill Berloni: Sunday, Oct. 25, the Palace Theatre in Waterbury will host a presentation by Berloni, the legendary animal trainer

(particularly dogs for theater productions), plus a dog adoption event. Berloni got his start finding the shelter dog to play Sandy in the original production of Annie at Goodspeed Musicals. He’ll discuss his experiences training animals for stage and screen and his work in animal rescue and welfare. The Brass City Rescue Alliance will host a dog adoption event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. before his talk. For tickets, visit PalaceTheaterCT.org. Renowned Designer: I was saddened to learn of designer Bob Mackie’s death Monday, Sept. 14, at 87. Though he was best known for his work with Carol Burnett and Cher, he provided costume designs for many Broadway shows, winning a Tony for his work on Cher. I recall meeting him and telling him that I had once tried on one of his gowns, and my big regret was that I didn’t buy it. His response was, “It was probably overpriced!” A lovely man. NYC Notes: Julia Roberts is returning to Broadway next February with Sarah Paulson and Paul Rudd in Bess Wohl’s Small Mouth Sounds. Bernie Williams, a Latin Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist, will join the band on stage in Buena Vista Social Club Oct. 22-Nov. 29. Williams is perhaps best known as a member of the championship NY Yankees. Former Mets player Jose “Candelita” Iglesias is now in the cast as the narrator through Nov. 15. Neil Patrick Harris will star as the devil (Applegate) in a revised revival of Damn

Food Drive: 9 a.m. to noon. Stop & Shop, 665 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. The Old Saybrook Rotary Club partners with Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries to colSATURDAY, OCT. 17 lect nonperishable food for residents of Old Lyme, Old Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase: 8 a.m. sign-in; 9 a.m. 5K run Saybrook, and Westbrook. Suggested donations include and two-mile walk. Ivoryton Green, Ivoryton. The 5K folcanned meals, soup, pasta, peanut butter and jelly, lows a road and trail course through Falls River Park, canned meats, rice, and breakfast bars. Monetary donawhile the two-mile walk goes to the entrance of Falls tions also accepted. For info, contact Joan Winters at River Preserve and back. The event includes treats, prizes, 860-861-8811 or wj.winters81@gmail.com. and a costume contest. For info or to register, visit runsignup.com/Race/CT/Ivoryton/IvorytonPumpkinChase. Annual Harvest Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. John’s Continued from page 25

Benefit Pickleball Tournament: 8:30 a.m. Bittner Park, 1390 Durham Rd., Guilford. Beginner-plus level (2.5 to 3.0). Benefits Meals on Wheels. Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 18. For info or to register, call 203-453-8359. Boat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLAapproved boating safety course. Cost: $65 prepaid by Thursday before class; $70 day of class; $75 walk-in, space permitting. For info or to register, contact Mark Bennett at 860-304-2696 or m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net.

Episcopal Church, 129 Ledge Hill Rd., North Guilford. Features vendors, artisans, handmade crafts, raffles of themed baskets, face painting, and a food truck. For info, contact 203-457-1094 or stjohnsnorthguilford@gmail.com. Friends of the Essex Library Big Fall Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Hardcovers, $3; paperbacks, $2. Puzzles also available. For info, visit youressexlibrary.org.

Yankees next spring. Matthew Morrison, who won a Tony for his portrayal of Bobby Darin, will return to the musical Just in Time for three weeks beginning Oct. 20. Connecticut Briefs: Westport Country Playhouse’s Script in Hand series on Monday, Oct. 5, featured a high-powered cast: Tom Hanks, Tony Shalhoub, and Wendie Malick reading Portrait of a Woman in Repose. Tickets are now on sale for Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical, which will play the Bushnell from May 4 through May 9. Tickets are at Bushnell.org. What’s Playing in Connecticut: The Snow Goose at Goodspeed Musicals through Oct. 18. The Happiest Man on Earth at Playhouse on Park, West Hartford, through Oct. 18. A Piece of My Heart at Ivoryton Playhouse through Oct. 25, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at Yale Rep through Oct. 24, Dracula at Hartford Stage through Nov. 1, Little Bear Bridge Road at TheaterWorks Hartford through Nov. 8, and Mamma Mia! at the Bushnell, Oct. 20-25. 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.

Stony Creek Historical Quarry Tour: 10 a.m. Stony Creek Quarry, 99 Quarry Rd., Branford. Tour of the historic quarry hosted by the Guilford Keeping Society and Stony Creek Museum. Ages 10 and older. Cost: $20. Tickets available in advance at Page Hardware in Guilford and Taken for Granite in Branford, or at the quarry the morning of the tour. For info, email stonycreekmuseumweb@gmail.com. Harvest Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Free family event featuring farm animals, Victorian games, historic farm demonstrations, live music, pumpkin weighing, sauerkraut making, and more. The Farmhouse Museum, Quinnipiac Dawnland Museum, and Fall Farmers Market will be open. Handmade arts and crafts, baked goods, jams, and jellies will be available. Food donations will be collected for the Guilford Food Bank. For info, call 203-457-0770 or visit dudleyfarm.com.

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The Kate in Old Saybrook Readies for Expansion By Kristina Dorsey Special to Living

Why does the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook need to expand and undergo some renovations? Let Brett Elliott offer some examples. Elliott, the Kate’s executive director, recalled that there was a conflict between a scheduled Metropolitan Opera encore screening on a Tuesday and the loading in of equipment for singer Suzanne Vega’s shows. “We ended up moving The Met encore, which we hate doing, because it was hard to turn down that opportunity to have Vega come back to the space,” Elliott said. With the addition of smaller, flexible spaces to the venue’s existing 284-seat theater, both things could have happened at the same time. Another example: The Kate currently holds paint-and-sip programs on the theater’s stage, since it’s the only current space that fits 25 people sitting at tables. Consequently, the Kate takes its main theater “offline to have 25 people for paint-and-sip events on the stage, which is wonderful, we’re happy to do it, but economically, it will make more sense to put that in a wonderfully flat space with no dropoff at the front of the stage, and we’ll be able to do something in the theater as well,” Elliott said. Another aspect of the Kate that could benefit from an upgrade: As it stands now, there is no elevator to the Kate’s stage, which is on the second floor. “So every piece of equipment you’ve ever seen on stage has come up either stairs or ramps to get to that level,” Elliott said. These are just a few of the many reasons why the cultural arts center — which was created in the former town hall in 2009 — will be undergoing a project to expand as well as renovate part of the existing structure. It will mean a two-story, 7,500square-foot addition. That will feature a 90-seat performance space and four flexible multiuse rooms that could be used for

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A rendering of The Kate's expansion

A rendering of the new performance space at The Kate

everything from acoustic concerts and lectures to community events and the Kate’s education programs. With these changes, the Kate will be able to expand its programming, grow partnerships with other nonprofits, and bring in new audiences. A critical part of the process happened on Sept. 29 when Old Saybrook voters approved, in an 848-604 tally, using up to $6.3 million in bonding for the Kate project. The Kate’s building is owned by the town. The project is expected to cost $11.3 million, and the money beyond the bonding total will be provided by capital campaign funds that the Kate is raising and by grants that it gets. The Kate’s $7 million capital campaign has already brought in about $5.2 million. They are aiming for more than $5 million because the Kate would have to cover any overages on the construction and because the Kate wants to have seed money to make sure that programs are launched as best they can be. Elliott said they also might try to exceed their fundraising goals to do a little refresh in the theater. “Seats and things like that — is it time to upgrade after 20 years? We’re talking about those pieces,” he said.

have the Summer Spotlight camp at the middle school, the state treats it as a second camp license, which means they are required to have a second camp director, a second first aid person, and so on in addition to those they have for Kate’s Camp for Kids. That’s just one reason that having the Summer Spotlight camp based at the Kate, post-expansion, makes more sense.

five years. Board members started discussing where they wanted the center to be for its 25th anniversary in 2034. As they looked at what they needed as an organization, the issue of space kept arising. The Kate’s leaders talked with Centerbrook Architects, did a feasibility study last summer, and began the capital campaign. With the project moving forward, Elliott said it will be nice to see the work happen. “It’s going to change the way in which we do a lot of things — the big things, the shows we bring in, the quantity of things, the quality, but also the small things, just like having offices for staff,” he said, noting that there is the same office space for the Kate’s current 10 full-time employees as when the center started with just two full-time employees. Meanwhile, the Kate’s camps have grown exponentially in the last decade. The camps are primarily for kids, but the Kate sees future opportunities for similar programming for teens and adults. The current Kate’s Camp for Kids is for 5- to 10-year-olds and attracted around 300 last summer. The Summer Spotlight camp for ages 11-13 (with a twoweek pilot program for kids up to age 15) brought in around 100 kids. The latter camp is based out b of the local middle school, and the What’s New? campers come to the Kate for Elliott said that the Kate has performance and tech workshops. been working on this project for Elliott noted that because they

Theater Will Stay Open Construction might start at the end of this year but is more likely to begin at the start of 2027. The Kate will remain open, though, with shows and events happening in the existing theater space. “We have a plan to minimize that impact,” Elliott said. “For the Kate, there’s nearly something happening every night. And we want to keep it that way.” While the Kate’s current 284seat theater is relatively small, there are no plans to expand it. “People love our theater. It’s an intimate experience,” Elliott said. “Do I sometimes wish I had 50 or 100 more seats so I could get a slightly larger act or that act I’d been really after? Sure. That is a true story. But I do recognize it is a very intimate, very wonderful, very comfortable space. We heard repeatedly (from the public): don’t change that.” Speaking about the referendum, Elliott said, “Thank you to the voters of Old Saybrook and our entire community. We’re

incredibly grateful for this vote of confidence — not only in what the Kate has accomplished over nearly two decades, but in our vision for its future. Thank you for believing in the continued growth of an arts center that makes such a positive impact on our residents, local businesses, and the greater community.” Going forward, Elliott hopes that Old Saybrook voters check out the Kate if they haven’t been there before. He hopes that they go online to look at the programming. “If they haven’t found the thing they love here at the Kate, we want to know what they love. Because we’re always trying new things. It’s very different programming every night, and I think it’s one of the best things about this place,” he said. Elliott said that the Kate has become a big piece of Old Saybrook. While Old Saybrook would still be doing well without the Kate, he believes it’s doing a bit better because the Kate is there. Elliott thinks that when the town hall structure was renovated and transformed into the Kate two decades ago, the vision was a little different, of maybe hosting one show a week or every other week. “Where it started is a long way from where it is now, and we’ve just grown. It was really time for the next step to allow that to continue,” he said.

OCTOBER 15, 2026 • THE SOURCE • LIVING Continued from page 26 End of Harvest: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Samuel Smith Farmstead, 82 Plants Dam Rd., East Lyme. Free family event featuring live farm animals, cider and applesauce making, pumpkin painting, traditional blacksmithing, live music, oysters, hearth cooking, historic farm tool demonstrations, and tours of the John Johnson House. A Great Pumpkin Contest will also be held. Donations support repairs to the historic house and barn. For info, visit samuelsmithfarmstead.org.

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Orchestra New England musicians, dressed in 18th-century attire, perform during a previous Colonial Concert at United Church on the Green in New Haven. Led by Maestro James Sinclair, the orchestra will present its 47th annual Colonial Concert on Saturday, Nov. 28, featuring music by Mozart, Bach, Handel, and other composers of the Revolutionary War era.

Orchestra New England Brings Colonial Concert Tradition Back to New Haven Press Release from Orchestra New England

Orchestra New England, led by Maestro James Sinclair, will usher in the holiday season with its 47th annual Colonial Concert on Saturday, Nov. 28, at 8 p.m. at United Church on the Green, 270 Temple St., New Haven. The concert, a New Haven tradition, recreates a musical program in the style of the Revolutionary War era, featuring works by composers popular in the 1780s. Musicians and soloists will perform in 18th-century attire, while the historic church will be decorated for Christmas and illuminated by candlelight. This year’s program will feature Mozart’s Symphony No. 35, known as the Haffner Symphony. Composed in 1782, the work is considered one of the great symphonies of the Classical era. The concert will explore how music made its way from Europe to Colonial America, when obtaining a new composition was a lengthy undertaking.

“Getting such a score and its performance materials to Colonial America took years of work. Everything required hand copying,” Sinclair says. The program will also include orchestral and vocal excerpts from plays and operas of the period. A guest organist will perform a work by Johann Sebastian Bach, whose music had fallen out of popularity by the 1780s. The choral group Alchemy will return to close the concert with the grand concluding music from Handel’s Messiah. A festive pre-concert dinner will be held at 6 p.m. at the Elm City Club, across Elm Street from the church. Concert tickets are $50 for reserved seating and $30 for general admission. Student rush tickets are available at the door for $5. Tickets for the pre-concert dinner are $58 per person. WSHU and WMNR are media sponsors of the event. For tickets and additional information, visit www.orchestranewengland.org or email info@orchestranewengland.org.

Heritage Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bushnell House, 106 S. Main St., Westbrook. Features hearth cooking, fiber arts demonstrations, blacksmithing, colonial games, an American flag art exhibit by Robert Carley, a kitchen garden exhibit presented by the Westbrook Garden Club, fife and drum performances, and an 18th-century doctor portrayed by Daniel Newman. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-399-7473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. Saturday Dance Mode: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Family program featuring dancing, singing, and instruments. Recommended for ages 18 months and older; siblings welcome. No registration required. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Music Among Friends: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Chamber music program featuring string and wind players from the Yale Medical Symphony Orchestra, including works ranging from the Schubert Octet to The Beatles. Sponsored by the Friends in dedication to Edward Maloney. Registration required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

More Than Zombie Meats and Eyes: FX Makeup Workshop: 11 a.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Learn about Hollywood-style special effects makeup through demonstrations of zombie makeup, torn throat wounds and realistic burns. For info or to register, contact 860526-0018 or Library@ChesterCT.org, or visit chesterctlibrary.com. Madison 200 Open House: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Visitors can explore the exhibit A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years, featuring individuals who shaped the town through photography, poetry, and philanthropy. Admission is free. For info, visit madisonhistory.org. Bauer Park Harvest Festival: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Rd., Madison. Features old-fashioned fall activities, outdoor family activities and opportunities to explore the park’s fields, gardens and trails. Free. Rain or shine. For sponsorship information, email bauerparkmadison@gmail.com. Health & Wellness Expo: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Old Saybrook Middle School, 60 Sheffield St., Old Saybrook. Free and open to all ages. Features health screenings and information, mental health providers and prevention education, a One Book One Town literacy event with three local authors, and activities for children, including goats, a bounce house and a fire truck. For info, visit oldsaybrookct.gov/678/ Health-Wellness-Expo.

An Afternoon with Gustav Klimt: 2 to 4 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Screening of Woman in Gold, followed by an art show and reception at the BACA Art Gallery from 4 to 5:30 p.m., featuring work inspired by the painting style of Gustav Klimt. Sponsored by BACA. Registration Chess Workshop: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St., ext. 318, or visit events.blackstoneliDeep River. Professional chess coach leads brary.org. instruction on tactics and strategies, with time for game play. Open to children, Sustainable Farm River Agricultural teens, and adults with basic knowledge of Tour: 2:30 p.m. Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill chess. Registration required; each partici- Farm, 186 Old Post Rd., Northford. William pant must register separately. For info or Dellacamera discusses the farm’s sustainto register, call 860-526-6039 or visit able practices, including its managed ferdeepriverlibrary.libcal.com. tility system using clover and other ground cover. Free and open to the public. Registration required. Light refreshments provided. For info or to register, visit tinyurl.com/FFREfarmtour. See page 30

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Lobster Boil, a collage by Madison artist Alex Wetmore, is among the works featured during Shoreline ArtsTrail’s Open Studios Weekend.

Abstract Whimsy, a pottery piece by Madison artist Anita Griffith, represents the ceramic artwork visitors can discover during Shoreline ArtsTrail’s Open Studios Weekend.

Shoreline ArtsTrail Opens Artists’ Studios Nov. 14-15 Press Release from Shoreline ArtsTrail

The Shoreline ArtsTrail’s 26th annual Open Studios Weekend will take place Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free event will feature 38 shoreline artists in Branford, Guilford, and Madison and is supported by 13 local business sponsors. This juried event brings together professional artists whose work reflects mastery of methods and materials, originality of concept, and craftsmanship. All work must be handmade by the artists in their studios. Visitors will find original artwork in a wide range of media, including painting, jewelry, sculpture, fiber, glass, pottery, metal, and textiles. The weekend offers an opportunity to talk one-on-one with artists, see their materials, learn about their creative processes, and explore their private studios along the shoreline. Visitors can also purchase locally made art, explore area shops and restaurants, and get a head start on holiday shopping. This year’s Shoreline ArtsTrail features Branford artists Terry Bogan (watercolor), Christine Chiocchio (painter and photographer), Anne Coffey (collage), Jayne Crowley (glass), Lisa Hesselgrave (painter), Martha Link Walsh (paper), Dennis Masback (painter), Linda McCarthy (painter), Molly McDonald (painter), and Elizabeth Steele (painter).

Guilford artists include Marjan Babaie Nasr (artist, painter, and art teacher), Mike Bower (woodturner), Alice Chittenden (potter), Christine Drago (painter), Eileen Eder (painter), Laurie Flaherty (painter), David Frank (potter), Deborah Greco (painter), Jackie McGuire (jewelry and belt buckle designer), Christine Penry (hand papermaker), Steven Plaziak (painter), Eva Polizzi (fiber and ceramic artist), Susan Roberts (jewelry designer), Patricia Shoemaker (painter), Marjorie Sopkin (painter), Sandee Spahr (sculptor and painter), Ellis Sant’Andrea (painter), and Jan Vanderburg (printmaker). Madison artists include Robert Dietz (painter), Hilary Griffin (painter), Anita Griffith (ceramic artist), Melissa Imossi (painter), Don Keene (painter), Lady MacCrady (painter), Robert Parrott (potter), Janine Robertson (painter), Nikki Travaglino (painter), and Alex Wetmore (mixed-media and collage artist). The 2026 sponsors include Guilford Art Center, BACA, Ferguson & McGuire, Carol Grave, Guilford Racquet Club, Irene Keene, Realtor with Coldwell Banker, Lela & Matt’s Car Care Clinic, Levlup Family Fitness, Mary Pont, Realtor with Sotheby’s, MoJoe’s Gym, Serve & Smash, Tommy Sullivan’s Café, and Page Hardware & Appliance Co. “Shoreline ArtsTrail’s Open Studios Weekend is a rare chance to step into the creative world of local

professional artists in their private studios—and a perfect opportunity to discover meaningful, one-of-akind art that will enrich your home or office,” says member artist Eileen Eder. The Shoreline ArtsTrail was started in 2001 by a small group of shoreline artists. Their intent was to create an annual open studios event that would allow local residents and weekend visitors to interact with artists and experience the creative process firsthand. Now in its 26th year, the Shoreline ArtsTrail has become a juried group of artists working in media that include painting, ceramics, wood, glass, textiles, printmaking, collage, photography, sculpture, and jewelry. During Open Studios Weekend, yellow “Open Studio” signs direct visitors to participating artists and studios. The event is free and open to all ages. Visitors can meet artists in their workspaces, ask questions, learn about their techniques, and purchase original, handmade artwork. Trail maps are available at libraries, town halls, and sponsor locations in Branford, Guilford, and Madison. For details about Open Studios Weekend, paper map locations, a printable map, and artist profiles, visit www.shorelineartstrail.org, Instagram @shorelineartstrail, or the organization’s Facebook page.

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CONCORA Brings BACHtoberfest to Old Saybrook Oct. 31 Press Release from CONCORA

CONCORA, Connecticut Choral Artists, will present BACHtoberfest, a concert featuring three cantatas by Johann Sebastian Bach, on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3 p.m. at First Church of Christ in Saybrook, 366 Main St., Old Saybrook. Led by Artistic Director Chris Shepard, the professional choir will perform Bach’s Cantatas BWV 6, 39, and 73, works that explore themes of charity, surrender, and steadfast faith. The program is designed to appeal to both longtime Bach enthusiasts and those discovering his music for the first time. The concert is part of The Complete Bach, an 11year project organized by Music Worcester in Worcester, Massachusetts, to present live performances of all known works by J.S. Bach. The project began with the 2024-25 season and will conclude March 21, 2035, the 350th anniversary of Bach’s birth. Music Worcester is collaborating with members of the Worcester Bach Collective, regional musical organizations, and individual performers on what organizers believe is the first undertaking to present all of Bach’s works live since the composer’s lifetime. Each season includes approximately a dozen concerts representing different genres of Bach’s extensive catalog.

CONCORA is entering its third year as an anchor ensemble in the project, bringing a portion of the undertaking to the Connecticut shoreline. Before the concert, audience members will have an opportunity to explore Bach’s music from the inside during Unlocking Bach: The Bach Code, an interactive presentation from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Shepard will guide participants through musical details and patterns hidden within Bach’s compositions, inviting amateur singers to join CONCORA’s professional vocalists and orchestra in a hands-on demonstration. The session offers participants a chance to sing alongside the performers while learning more about the composer’s musical techniques. Admission to Unlocking Bach: The Bach Code is included with tickets to the 3 p.m. concert. In addition to its live performances, The Complete Bach includes three podcast series exploring the composer’s life and music. For tickets and information, visit www.concora.org or www.thecompletebach.org. Tickets for the Old Saybrook performance are available at www.simpletix.com/e/bachtoberfest-tickets294615. For additional information, call 860-8396480.

Continued from page 28 Opening Reception for Original Picture Book Art: 3 to 5 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Features original picture book illustrations by 12 artists, including Eric Carle, Maurice Sendak, and Ed Young. Featured illustrators and authors will be in attendance. Books will be available for sale and signing through Breakwater Books of Guilford. For info, visit wwml.org. Hot Cat Jazz Band: 4 p.m. Church of the Holy Advent, 81 East Main St., Clinton. Free and open to all. Repertoire includes swing standards by George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Duke Ellington; big band hits by Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller and Tommy Dorsey; popular songs from the 1920s; New Orleans Dixieland favorites; and classic rock songs from the 1950s, ’60s, ’70s and today. For info, visit holyadventclinton.org. Twilight Tour of River View Cemetery: 5 to 6:30 p.m. River View Cemetery, 37 N. Main St., Essex. Guided walk through the cemetery's oldest sections, tracing local stories spanning three centuries of Essex and Connecticut River history. The walk covers approximately half a mile over sloped, grassy, uneven terrain. Audio devices are provided for registered participants. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 860-767-0681 or visit essexhistory.org.

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Members of CONCORA, Connecticut Choral Artists, perform in a promotional image for BACHtoberfest. Led by Artistic Director Chris Shepard, the professional choir will present three cantatas by J.S. Bach on Saturday, Oct. 31, at First Church of Christ in Saybrook. The concert is part of The Complete Bach, an international-scale undertaking to perform all of the composer's known works over 11 years.

brate 30 years since graduation. Tickets are $35 per person. Payment may be made via Venmo to @Jennifer-Bolt3. For info, contact Kristin at 203-623-5665 or kristin@livablesolutions.com. Laughs on Tap: 6:30 p.m. doors open; 7:30 p.m. show; 9:30 p.m. live auction. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. A 21-and-older comedy fundraiser featuring stand-up comedy and magic by Billy Winn, Kevin Lee and Jane Condon. Tickets are $40 and include the first drink; additional drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds benefit library programs and services. For info or tickets, visit blackstonelibrary.org/comedy. Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo: 8 to 10 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Jazz guitarists Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo perform as part of the Art of the Guitar Concert Series presented by Acoustic Music. Tickets: $35. For info or tickets, visit acousticmusic.org.

SUNDAY, OCT. 18

Run for The Cove 5K and Memorial Walk: Kids' Fun Run, 10 a.m.; 5K race, 10:30 a.m.; Memorial Walk, 10:40 a.m. Hammonasset Beach State Park, 1288 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features a 5K race, 2-mile memorial walk, kids' fun run, and family activities. Benefits The Cove's free grief support programs for children and families Guilford High School Class of 1996: 30th Reunion: 5 to across Connecticut. Registration: $30 for the 5K race and 8 p.m. Coastline Brewing Company, 4 Grove Beach Rd. N., Memorial Walk; $10 for the Kids' Fun Run. Fees increase Westbrook. Members of the Guilford High School Class of after Oct. 16. Rain or shine. For info or to register, visit runsignup.com/Race/CT/Madison/RunforTheCoveand 1996 are invited to reconnect with classmates and celeMemorialWalk.

Westbrook Heritage Weekend: Anniversary Celebration: 10 a.m. Westbrook Congregational Church, 1166 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. Anniversary service followed by refreshments and artifact displays at 11 a.m. A sanctuary history presentation begins at 11:30 a.m., featuring the pipe organ, bell and clock, stained-glass windows, cornerstone, and witness stones. For more info, contact 860-399-9367 or office.westbrookchurch@gmail.com. ShoreCon: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. East Creek Landing, 390 S. Union St., Guilford. Comic book show featuring more than 30 tables of Marvel, DC, independent comics, slabs, and raw books. For all ages. Admission: $3; free for ages 12 and under. For info, visit shoreconcomics.com. Kids Insect Walk at Young’s Pond: 2 p.m. Meet at the parking lot off Blackstone Avenue, Branford. Branford Land Trust naturalists lead a 1.5-mile walk through Young’s Pond and Bob’s Woods to observe insects and learn about their role in the environment. Open to all ages. Free. No dogs. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. The walk is expected to last two to three hours and will be held rain or shine unless weather is dangerous. For info, email info@branfordlandtrust.org or visit branfordlandtrust.org. Sunday Broadway Concert Series: Sam Gravitte: 2 to 4 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Features Broadway performer Sam Gravitte in the Sunday Broadway Concert Series, hosted by music director John McDaniel. Tickets available online. For info or tickets, visit eventvesta.com/events/154112/t/tickets. See page 31

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Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tours Return Oct. 23-24 Press Release from Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection

The spirits of Clinton are ready to come out after dark. Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection is bringing back its Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tours on Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24, inviting visitors and locals to experience the darker side of Clinton’s history through an evening of stories, legends, and ghostly tales. The lantern tours take guests on a journey along Clinton’s historic downtown Main Street and into Indian River Cemetery, where many notable and enigmatic early American figures are buried. Along the way, participants will hear stories of the people, places, mysteries, and unexplained happenings that have become part of the town’s past. Four tours each night, beginning at 6:30 p.m. and departing every 30 minutes, will start in front of Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection at 61 East Main St. in Clinton. From there, participants will follow their guides through historic Clinton, hearing tales that may make them look at the town a little differently after sunset. Legends passed down through generations, some folklore and some fact, are enacted at the gravesites of early pioneers, ship merchants, and political figures. An open feud with the president of Yale becomes paranoia that “secret societies” were plotting to enslave the country. A well-established Connecticut family fights to clear one of its own from being labeled a witch. And rumors persist that Captain Kidd once buried his treasure not far from these shores. These tales, mysteries, and legends will be retold after sunset, when the spirits come awake for just a short while. Whether a longtime Clinton resident, a history enthusiast, or someone looking for a spooky way to celebrate Halloween, visitors can experience the town’s history Continued from page 30 Silver Threads: A Musical Tribute to Linda Ronstadt: 4 p.m. Clinton Theater for the Performing Arts at Town Hall, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Mary Beth Sippin and the Silver Threads Band perform the music of Linda Ronstadt. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Clinton. Cost: $25 gen-

MONDAY, OCT. 19 Friends of the Essex Library Big Fall Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Bags of books, $10. Puzzles also available. For info, visit youressexlibrary.org. Madison Movie Chat: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Zoom. Virtual movie discussion featuring a film selected from Kanopy, a free streaming service accessible with a library card. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

TUESDAY, OCT. 20 On One Foot: The Essentials of Judaism: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Rabbi Joshua Hammerman. Explores the basic concepts and values of Judaism. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Little Makers: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Children ages 2 to 6 make a shooting star craft. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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Costumed performers gather among gravestones beneath a moonlit sky during a past Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tour. Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection will bring back the Halloween event Oct. 23-24.

through stories that range from frightening to emotional and entertaining. Light refreshments will be served following the tours. The event is best suited for ages 13 and older. Tickets are $15 each or two for $25. Space is limited for each tour. Tickets are available at www.shorelinetheateracademy.org, by calling 860-227-2363, or by emailing

shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com. Founded in 2006, Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection provides theater education and performance opportunities for children and families throughout the shoreline community. The academy works to make the arts accessible to young people while bringing the community together through theater, music, and the performing arts.

eral admission. For info or tickets, call Tony Raucci at 203-988-7989 or visit clintonrotaryct.com.

georgeflynnclassicalconcerts.com. Clinton residents can order beginning one month before the concert; nonresidents can order beginning two weeks before the concert, subject to availability. For info or tickets, visit georgeflynnclassicalconcerts.com.

The Percussion Collective: 4 p.m. The Morgan School Auditorium, 71 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Presented by the George Flynn Classical Concerts series. Free tickets must be ordered through

Monthly Writers Group: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Writers of all levels discuss their work and offer constructive feedback. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Wellness Fair: 4 to 6 p.m. Guilford Town Green, 79 Whitfield St. Presented by Guilford D.A.Y. and the APT Foundation. Features yoga, therapy dogs, a sensory station with journaling and crafts, a free library with books on healthy living, and a speaking engagement with APT Foundation CEO Lynn Madden. The event provides prevention, recovery and harm reduction resources. Free and open to all ages. For info, call 203-453-8047 or visit itsworthitguilford.org. Can You Dig It?: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children in grades 2 to 6 learn about ancient civilizations and create related crafts. This month’s topic is mummies. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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32 Continued from page 31 Game Night: The Quiet Year: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Participants will collaborate to draw a map and tell the story of a community trying to survive after the collapse of civilization. The game is for groups of two to four people and is open to teens and adults. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

OCTOBER 15, 2026 • THE SOURCE • LIVING The Life of James Garfield: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Presented by Phil Devlin, a retired HKHS history teacher, on the life and career of James Garfield. Includes time for questions. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Understanding How Credit Really Works: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Stephen Robert of Bedrock Credit America will discuss credit monitoring, credit problems and changes to credit scoring models. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Amazing Generation Book Club: 6 to 7 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Discussion for children in grades 3 and older and their families about delaying digital screen use, based on The Amazing Generation by Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price. Pizza, drinks, and activities provided. Registration recommended. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

American Girl Doll Club: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Participants can bring a favorite doll and take part in a discussion, activities and a craft based on a historical time period. This month’s topic is Josefina Montoya and life in the 1820s. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

How to Stay Independent at Home: 6 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Registered Nurse and Certified Senior Advisor Julie Cruz discusses home care options, paying for in-home senior care and resources for older adults, veterans and their families. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org. Happiness Club: 7 p.m. Hubley Hall, First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meeting House Ln., Madison. New Member Social: 6:30 p.m. Deep River Ambulance Monthly gathering featuring Jeremy Hauben speaking Barn, 284 Elm St., Deep River. The Deep River Garden on energy healing and solving hard problems. All are Club welcomes those interested in gardening or commu- welcome; free. No registration required. For info, email nity beautification to learn about the club's programs, happinessclubct@gmail.com or visit the Madison Happishare ideas, and meet members. Light appetizers and ness Club Facebook page. beverages will be provided. For info, email DRgardenclub@gmail.com or visit the Deep River Garden Club Facebook page. THURSDAY, OCT. 22 Autumn Book Chats with Marsha Bansavage: 6:30 p.m. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Book: The Alienist by Caleb Carr. All are welcome. For info, contact 860-5260018 or Library@ChesterCT.org. Trivia Night: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Comomango, 52 Wall St., Madison. Monthly trivia competition with prizes. Teams of up to four people. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21 Baby Band: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Music program for caregivers and children from birth to age 2; siblings welcome. Participants will sing, dance, bounce, clap, and explore child-safe instruments. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Forest Bathing: A Mindful Walk in the Woods: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Lowry Woods Community Forest, 55 Warpas Rd., Madison. Guided mindful walk with Certified Forest Therapy Guide Jesse Bernier, with stops to connect with nature. Participants should bring bug spray, water, and a lightweight chair, cushion or blanket if desired. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Afternoon Dance Mode: 4:30 to 5 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Family program featuring dancing, singing, and instruments. Recommended for ages 18 months and older; siblings welcome. No registration required. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Imagination Station: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For grades K to 4. Open-ended crafting with Miss Lauren. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Preserving Nature on Our Planet: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Florencia Montagnini, Ph.D. Explores how biodiversity and agroforestry create resilient, sustainable land-use systems. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Teen and Tween Pizza Scene: Noon. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For Clinton residents in grades 5 to 12. Enjoy pizza, games, crafts and activities during the school half-day. Bus service is available from Jared Eliot Middle School and The Morgan School. Registration requested; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Protect Yourself From Financial Exploitation: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Representatives from the Connecticut Department of Banking discuss financial fraud and exploitation, why seniors are targeted, and ways to avoid them. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Guilford Grizzlies Girls Soccer Breast Cancer Awareness Game: 4 p.m. JV, 6 p.m. varsity. Kavanaugh Stadium, Guilford High School, 605 New England Rd., Guilford. Games against Amity will include refreshments, T-shirts, and 50/50 raffles. Donations and proceeds benefit Infinite Strength, which supports women living with metastatic breast cancer. For info, call 203-453-2741. Glitz and Glamour: The Gilded Age in Southeastern Connecticut: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Gail B. MacDonald discusses the people and places of the Connecticut shoreline during the Gilded Age. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Double Play Concert: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Acoustic music featuring double bass, guitar and vocals, with performers switching instruments throughout the show. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library. Registration required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Wine 2 Water Gala: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Westbrook Elks Club, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Annual fundraiser for Call to Care Uganda supporting the drilling of wells in Uganda. Features wine and beverages, hors d’oeuvres, live music, and more. For info or tickets, visit calltocareuganda.org.

FRIDAY, OCT. 23 Movie Matinee: Project Hail Mary: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Screening of the 2026 science-fiction adventure. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Tween Time: Ramen Noodle Taste Test: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Program for ages 8 to 12 featuring ramen noodle cup flavors from around the world and at home. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Fall Artist Reception: 5 to 7 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Free and open to the public. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org. History Happy Hour: The Creative Evolution of a Mural Artist: 6 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Artist and muralist Patrick Ganino discusses his work, creative process, and recently completed Surf Club mural. Suggested donation: $15 general admission, $10 for Madison Historical Society members. Advance registration requested. For info or tickets, visit madisonhistory.org. Sixth Grade Graveyard Dance: 7 to 9 p.m. Madison Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr. Halloween dance for sixth graders. For info, contact 203-245-2689 or info@madisonartsbarn.org, or visit madisonartsbarn.org.

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Erector Square Open Studios Showcases 120 Artists Press Release from Open Studios New Haven

Erector Square Open Studios 2026 will showcase 120 artists and creatives Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Erector Square complex, 315 Peck St., New Haven. Artists, designers, and craftspeople will open their studios to visitors, display original works throughout the hallways, and offer opportunities to learn about their creative processes. The weekend also features dozens of guest artists, family art-making activities, live entertainment, interactive events, local food trucks, and the annual Erector Square Open Studios scavenger hunt. Among the activities are family art-making with EcoWorks, an instrument petting zoo at Music Haven, Japanese crafts and a beginner’s Japanese flowerarranging workshop with ikebana master Keiko Ishibe Sensei, interactive collage-making with artist Marian Wittink, and letterpress demonstrations at Dexterity Press. Color Local, a new gallery at Erector Square that opened in March, will present a special Open Studios group exhibition. Artist Jenny Krauss created the gallery after stepping down from day-to-day management of her textile company and transforming her former workspace into a venue for Connecticut artists. Music Haven will host a Wellness Concert featuring movement and sound healing led by Elizabeth Voytershark, along with classical music performed by violist Linda Numagami and pianist Jacob Wang. Three local bands — Greylily, Hard March, and Farview — will perform at Bregamo’s Theater. This year’s event marks the fourth artist-led Erector Square Open Studios, organized by Eric March and Niko Scharer with the help of fellow artists Jenny Krauss, Martha Willette Lewis,

Photo by Maher Mahmood

Visitors explore colorful paintings and other artwork displayed throughout Erector Square during a previous Open Studios event. The 2026 event will feature 120 artists and creatives Oct. 17 and 18 in New Haven.

Photo by Maher Mahmood

An artist welcomes visitors into her workspace at Erector Square, where studios will open to the public during the annual Open Studios weekend Oct. 17 and 18.

Photo by Maher Mahmood

Visitors talk inside a studio displaying sculptural lighting and other handmade works at Erector Square. The annual Open Studios event offers opportunities to meet artists and learn about their creative processes.

An artist speaks with visitors surrounded by paintings and drawings during Erector Square Open Studios. The annual event gives the public access to working studios throughout the complex's eight buildings.

Liese Klein, Oi Fortin, Karen Hibbs, Jihyun Lee, and others. Maxim Schmidt of the Institute Library is again organizing volunteers to help visitors navi-

have an opportunity to meet local artists, see how their work is made, and purchase original artwork, jewelry, and handicrafts. Erector Square Open Studios

gate the complex’s eight buildings. Because most Erector Square studios open to the public only during this annual event, visitors

is part of Open Studios New Haven. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit erectorsquarestudios.com.

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For the week of October 15 - October 21 ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

This is a great week for you, Aries. You are empathetic and tuned into your surroundings. You might feel warm and friendly to everyone.

This is a popular time for you to converse with others and interact with members of the general public, Libra. You might develop a strong connection to someone new.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, this is a feel-good week for you. Enjoy spending some private moments during which you reflect on the things you want to accomplish. GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, sympathy toward a cause or a friend may prompt you to become involved in a charitable organization. You also are interested in learning more from others. CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22 Use the fact that others are noticing you to your advantage, Cancer. You can set good examples by being compassionate and generous to others. LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, your desire to expand your world is strong this week. You may renew an interest in travel and begin making progress on some big ideas. VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 You are happy to be working behind the scenes, Virgo. However, you might take on a prominent fundraising role or engage in other activities that benefit others.

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you might make a fabulous impression on someone this week. This might compel this person and others to get involved with a cause dear to your heart. SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21 Do something different this week, Sagittarius. You are open for an adventure. Accept invitations to socialize, and use your free time to the fullest. CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you are sensitive to the needs of family members right now. You might be on a mission to help someone who needs assistance by researching programs or funding. AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you may have to be especially patient with a loved one who is still trying to process the news you gave them. Everyone deals with things in their own time. PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, if you can do something to help others, especially within your professional arena, do not hesitate to do it. Your willingness to assist others will not go unnoticed.

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FRIDAY, OCT. 23 AND SATURDAY, OCT. 24 Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tours: Tours begin at 6:30 p.m. and run every 30 minutes. Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection, 61 E. Main St., Clinton. Lantern tours through historic downtown Clinton and Indian River Cemetery featuring local stories, legends, folklore, and unexplained happenings. Best suited for ages 13 and older. Cost: $15 each or $25 for two. Space is limited. For info or tickets, call 860-227-2363, email shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com, or visit shorelinetheateracademy.org.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24 Guilford Seniors Annual Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Holiday and everyday crafts, baked goods, gently used jewelry and books, vendors, a 50/50 raffle, and chance auction. Breakfast and lunch available for purchase. Proceeds support Guilford Seniors programs. For info, call 203-453-8068. Farm Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Down the Lane Farm, 18 Reservoir Rd., Killingworth. Fall community event featuring honey bees, local honey, jams, herbs, spices, baked goods, pollinator-friendly plants, gardening tips, and homesteading classes. Free admission and parking. No restrooms. For info, call 203-619-3976 or email Maureen@downthelanefarm.com.

OCTOBER 15, 2026 • THE SOURCE • LIVING Tabor Lutheran Church Pork Roast Dinner: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tabor Lutheran Church, 45 Tabor Drive, Branford. Takeout-only dinner featuring pork roast, mashed potatoes, red cabbage, green beans, applesauce, bread, and dessert. Cost: $22 regular portion, $16 small portion. Advance orders recommended. For info or to order, call 203-488-2541, email taborlutheranchurch@gmail.com, or visit taborchurch.net. Carriage House After Dark: 5 to 9 p.m. Women & Family Life Center Carriage House, 96 Fair St., Guilford. Adultsonly Halloween party featuring a costume contest, trivia, treats, and drinks. Private 10-minute psychic medium readings with Tracy Ann available from 6 to 8 p.m.; preregistration required. Cost: $35 for party and trivia, $65 for private reading, or $85 for both. For info or tickets, call 203-458-6699 or email info@womenandfamilylife.org. Full Moon Hike: 5:30 p.m. Westwoods, Guilford. Approximately two-mile hike through Westwoods, including the Great Marsh boardwalk and White Circle Trail, with steep and rocky sections. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Meet at the Peddlers Rd. trailhead. For info, text 203-508-2064. The Witch Tryal: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd., Madison. Immersive theatrical experience recreating a colonial-era witchcraft trial using real-life testimonies. Audience members participate in the trial experience. Colonial-style reception follows. Not recommended for young children due to subject matter and intense emotion. Cost: $20. For info or tickets, call 203-421-3241 or visit northmadisoncc.org.

Saturday Sleuths Book Club: 10 to 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Dis- SATURDAY, OCT. 24 AND cussion of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by SUNDAY, OCT. 25 Benjamin Stevenson. Snacks provided. Registration preBallet Spooktacular: 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. ferred. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Eastern Connecticut Ballet presents a Hal“Trek”-or-Treat Hike With ELA, ELT & ILA: 11:30 a.m. to loween-themed ballet for young children and families, 1 p.m. Millrace Preserve, Ivory St., Ivoryton. Self-guided featuring witches, zombies, trick-or-treating, a costume Halloween-themed family hike featuring silly riddles parade, and photo opportunities with dancers. For info along the trail. Treats and craft kits provided after the or tickets, visit thekate.org. hike. The 15- to 20-minute hike is open to drop-ins during the scheduled time. Free; no registration required. No dogs permitted. Event will not be held in rain. For info, SUNDAY, OCT. 25 call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. WALK for Vista! 2026: 9 a.m. check-in; 10 a.m. walk. Autumn Tea Party: 1 to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, Vista's Madison Campus, 107 Bradley Rd., Madison. The 811 E. Main St., Branford. Afternoon tea with food and three-mile walk travels through downtown Madison and conversation. Reservations required. Cost: $30 adults; along the shoreline. Morning refreshments will be avail$10 children; free for children under 5. For info or reserable, and the walk begins with the Lancraft Fife and vations, call 203-488-0549. Drum Corps. Online registration closes at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24; walk-in registration is available beginning at Tweens & Teens Make: Spooky Candles: 2 p.m. Essex 9 a.m. For info or to register, contact 860-399-8080, ext. Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Art program for ages 8 to 18 279, or YJUm@VistaLifeInnovations.org, or visit vistalfeaturing festive candle decorating with temporary tatifeinnovations.org. toos. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Stamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. YMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored Holiday Decor Swap: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial by the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Community holinhps1914.com. day decor swap. Donations accepted at the information desk Oct. 16 through Oct. 23. For info, visit scranton library.org/events.

The Great Goodwin Harvest Festival Fundraiser: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Fall festival featuring live music, inflatables, a barrel train, food trucks, local vendors, children’s activities, games, raffles, and more. Proceeds benefit Goodwin School through the PTA. Advance tickets available; admission at the door is $10 per person or $30 per family. For info or advance tickets, visit goodwinpta.org. Monthly Drawing Class: 1 to 3 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Drawing class with Edith Reynolds. Fee is $10. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org. The Extraordinary Caterpillar: 1:30 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Screening of a 60-minute documentary exploring the ecological roles of caterpillars and their importance to ecosystems. For info, visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

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

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Real Estate Transactions BRANFORD 214 Alps Road Unit 21: William W. and Maria J. Wasko to Catherine M. Anderson, $376,500 on Sept. 21 8 Beach Place: 12 Aceto Street LLC to Kate Driscoll, $320,000 on Sept. 23 26 Eastwood Drive: Frank Vasi and Martha A. Medford to Paige and Anthony Matera, $530,000 on Sept. 21 39 Flying Point Road: Roberta D Hanson Trust and Stephen P. Hanson to Harald Stavnes, $3,400,000 on Sept. 23 86 Hampton Park Unit 86: Kelley Curseaden to Washington Da Silva, $339,000 on Sept. 22 21 Harbour Village Unit C: David Teitel Trust and David Teitel to Frichello Properties LLC, $369,000 on Sept. 21 29 Newton Road: Thomas and Jessica Melfi to John D. Hall, $610,000 on Sept. 24 49 Rose Street Unit 208: Lisa T. Hagy to Judy Rettig and Christine Santoro, $364,900 on Sept. 23

84 Killingworth Turnpike: Susan Fappiano to Evan Fox, $830,000 on Sept. 21

MADISON’S MOST WANTED WATErfrONT hOME IN MADISON

31 Sols Point Road: Michael and Tiffany Denicola to Dhariana Pimentel, $1,270,000 on Sept. 22 9 Whitewood Road: Estate of Kenneth R. Archer and Kevin M. Archer to Gulcan Kebeli, $400,000 on Sept. 21

• Holly Park Road • Middle Beach Road • Middle Beach Road West • Parker Lane

DEEP RIVER 94 Lords Lane: Anita L. Darin to Faye Heisler, $555,100 on Sept. 25 252 River Road: Karen L Katen Revocable Trust and Robert E Williams Jr Trustee to John Stedl and Pooja Rajaram, $5,850,000 on Sept. 23 77 Scenic View Drive Unit 4: Ashley Alissa Miles to Tessa Burton and Justin Jascot, $230,000 on Sept. 21

rEWArD I have a buyer searching for the right waterfront

property in Madison. If you are interested in selling your waterfront home, call me to discuss whether your home is right for our buyer! lISA rOllINS TEAM lISA p. rOllINS 203-671-0295 lISA.rOllINS@cOMpASS.cOM 724 BOSTON pOST rD, MADISON, cT If you are currently represented by a real estate agent, please have them reach out to me on your behalf.

ESSEX 13 Lynn Road: Gary W. and Kimberly A. Clark to Mark K. Grano, $287,000 on Sept. 23

KNOLLWOOD BEACH ASSOCIATION! 21 Fenbrook Road, Old Saybrook

79 Todds Hill Road: William and Taylor Alessi to Christopher Taber and Lucy Gu, $917,000 on Sept. 24 153 Turtle Bay Drive: Michael Futoma and Rothem Kovner to Mark and Linda Feaster, $505,000 on Sept. 25 North/A: Beldens Island LLC to Ie Belden LLC, $1,250,000 on Sept. 21

CLINTON

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Each office independently owned and operated.

110 Cherry Street Unit 5: Estate of Susan G. Leete and Stephen W. Leete to Brian and Cheryl Kingsley, $425,000 on Sept. 25

89 Commerce Street: M J Foley White Star Trust and Benjamin P. Foley to Gene and Vivian Holmes, $805,000 on West River Village Church Street Sept. 22 Unit 7B: Oconn Properties LLC to Nelson N. and Claudia B. Nettleton, 92 Founders Road: James R. $320,000 on Sept. 23 Davidson to David and Louis Cacopardo, $87,500 on Sept. 22 92 Founders Road: Estate of Elizabeth M. Marino and Kerry E. Knobelsdorff to David and Louis Cacopardo, $87,500 on Sept. 22

This spacious Knollwood Beach home offers the perfect opportunity for a full-time residence, weekend getaway or shoreline retreat. The bright, inviting interior features a vaulted ceiling, fireplace and large east-facing windows that fill the home with morning sunlight. Offering approximately 1,916 square feet of finished living space, including a finished above-grade lower level, the home provides plenty of room for family and guests.

Mela n ie S c u l l

#1 Coldwell Banker Agent in Middlesex County With nearly $300 million in sales volume and helping almost 1000 happy buyers and sellers over 20 years on the shoreline, Joel’s experience is invaluable. Let him help you achieve your real estate goals. Contact Joel Lucas Today!

JOEL LUCAS, REALTOR®

Serving the CT Shoreline from Branford to Stonington for over 20 years

860.304.9150 bankerbuddy@hotmail.com COLDWELLBANKERHOMES.COM

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860-304-9150

Madison Office 670 Boston Post Road | Madison, CT 06443

Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2025 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker Realty is a company owned office which is owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.

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Real Estate Transactions KILLINGWORTH NANTUCKET ELEGANCE IN THE HEART OF MADISON

AGENT IN CONNECTICUT since 2019!!

TOP Producer company wide, WRRE CALL OR EMAIL ROSE FOR REAL RESULTS!

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Pond Meadow Road: Elizabeth C. and Robert Allan Miller to Morecon LLC, $175,000 on Sept. 21

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.

PHOEBE SCHREINER Choose Expertise 617.645.3907

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1466 Durham Road: Corey R. King and Rachel L. Spadacenta to Kyle Guerra, $580,000 on Sept. 23

44 Sterling Park Drive: Frank Proto to Paul Fresina, $749,900 on Sept. 25

32 King Street: Homer L. Mills to George H. and Leona R. Waldron, $599,000 on Sept. 24

99 East Wharf Road: Nancy Shariff to Joseph M. and Catherine M. Miller, $1,450,000 on Sept. 25

44 Winding Road: David Friedman to 44 Winding LLC, $405,000 on Sept. 23

Main Street: Main & Elm Corp to Ethos Realty LLC, $1,400,000 on Sept. 21

25 Knob Hill Road: Richard N. and Anne K. Weinrod to Mitchell S A. Klein, NORTH BRANFORD $865,000 on Sept. 23 17 Linden Lane: Jane P. and 54 Deforest Drive: Judith J. Frederick P. Andresen to Marci Czel Ackerman to Joseph A. and Jenna and Juliana Blitzer, $799,000 on Sept. Cappello, $450,000 on Sept. 21 21 6 Ruta Drive: Andrew and Stephen Sarmento to Fred and Donna Giovanni, Neptune Avenue: Cordelia R. $630,000 on Sept. 23 Chamberlin to Jonathan Howey, $465,667 on Sept. 25 261 Twin Lakes Road: Erik Sklba Neptune Avenue: JaneOConnorLt to Bikash and Ashisna Khadka, $635,000 on Sept. 22 and Jane M. OConnor to Jonathan Howey, $465,667 on Sept. 25 NANTUCKET ELEGANCE IN THE HEART OF MADISON

Neptune Avenue: Estate of Valerie P. Ryan and Cordelia R. Chamberlin to Jonathan Howey, $465,667 on Sept. 25

Y O U I N V E S T I N R E A L E S TAT E . I I N V E S T I N Y O U . LET’S WORK TOGETHER.

Phoebe Schreiner 617.645.3907 | pschreiner@williampitt.com

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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

Phoebe Schreiner 617.645.3907 | pschreiner@williampitt.com Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

52 Chalker Beach Road: Leslie Marian Germaine to Joseph and Johanna Perazella, $700,000 on Sept. 24 11 Coulter Street Unit 7: Susan V. Rahr to Joanne Kennedy and William Bowers, $740,000 on Sept. 21

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.

203-915-7530 stinnmurphy@gmail.com bhhsNEproperties.com

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Diana Hartman

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1525 Boston Post Road Unit 155: Dgg Properties Co Inc to Michele M. and James L. Bradley, $12,500 on Sept. 24 1525 Boston Post Road Unit 724: Kenneth C. and Judith A. Citarella to Carrie B. and Michael W. Doyle, $27,500 on Sept. 24

LET’S CONNECT!

Y O U I N V E S T I N R E A L E S TAT E . I I N V E S T I N Y O U . LET’S WORK TOGETHER.

150 Mulberry Point Road, Guilford $650,000

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AUTUMN. A NEW SEASON. A NEW BEGINNING.

Your next move deserves a personal touch. When the time is right, let’s make your next move extraordinary.

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Nothing compares to getting more than expected. Call us to discuss your property value and the current market. NUMBER 1, DOLLAR VOLUME, MADISON OFFICE, 2025

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696 Boston Post Road, Madison, Connecticut

Liz Dellecave / 203.909.5880 Clint Rodenberg / 917.972.5999 Jim Sperry / 203.494.3372

mmuir@wpsir.com Source Smart MLS closed sales, 1/1/25-12/31/25 Total closed dollar volume includes off-market sales. Each office is independently owned and operated.

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Selling with Confidence, Buying with Enthusiasm

MODERN LUXURY

ON THE MADISON GREEN

81 Strawberry Hill Road, Madison $1,975,000

30 Meeting House Lane, Madison $1,695,000

On over 2 private acres in a sought-after neighborhood. This brand-new contemporary home features an openconcept 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, walkin closet, and luxurious bath. The walkout lower level includes 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, flexible living spaces, and a half bath. This home features geothermal heating and cooling, a durable metal roof, and a twocar garage. Enjoy exceptional privacy just minutes from Madison’s village center, beautiful beaches, and I-95.

Iconic Madison home, once known as “Hartsbourne,” is renowned for its stunning location as a centerpiece of the green. Its striking and elegant architectural design has made it a local landmark. Inside, you’ll find over 3,900 sq ft of living space, 5 spacious bedrooms, 5 functional fireplaces, and impressive 9+ ft ceilings on the first floor. Set on just over 1.5 acres, this true historic gem, in the heart of Madison’s charming village.

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Cathy Lynch 203-627-2331 • Dana Weinstein 203-927-8687 • Kate Jasko 860-304-9034

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