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Making Local News and Sports a Priority Every Week
By Lee Howard
Acting Managing Editor, Shore Publishing
I wanted to quickly introduce myself as the acting Managing Editor of the Shore Publishing group of weekly newspapers owned by The Day. With Laura Robida on a three-month leave, I will be in charge of these five wonderful local newspapers through the rest of the year. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at l.howard@theday.com.
I have a long background in both weekly and daily journalism. Currently, I am The Day’s business editor, but I also manage its three weekly Times newspapers that are distributed throughout southeastern Connecticut. in fact, I started The Day’s Times weeklies over 20 years ago, coordinating as many as nine newspapers with a staff of more than 20 at one time.
I don’t plan any big changes in the paper, but we are currently working on a plan to boost our local sports coverage, and we would love to get your help. Are you interested in writing high school sports stories? We would love more contributions from fans, high school journalists, parents, really anyone who can get out to local games and want to give it a try. It’s fun. I’ve done it, and I bet you could do it, too. We’d also appreciate seeing some of your great photos from local games. Feel free to contact sports editor Gabrielle Maljanian at g.maljanian@shorepublishing.com to coordinate coverage in advance.
We also plan a strong local news presence, focusing on the people and issues that are important to you, especially revolving around local planning and zoning.
I’ve met with all the Shore editors and reporters at this point, and I am impressed by their energy and enthusiasm. We will continue to bring you the same great product you have learned to expect, with hopes that the transition to a new editor will be as smooth as possible. But if we ever don’t meet your expectations, please let me know and I will be sure to fix the problem.
Wanted:Artists,Artisans,andCrafters
One issue we have had lately is with letters to the editor. We are simply receiving more letters during election season than we can possibly publish in the newspaper. I am trying to work out a solution where we offer a sampling of letters in the newspapers, with all the others available online. I know it’s not optimal, but it’s really our only choice with current staff shortages and limited space. We also were experiencing what I hoped was a temporary glitch with our online letters portal on Zip06, so I would suggest through the end of the campaign season that you send letters to shoreletters@shorepublishing.com, and please include your name, phone number and mailing address for confirmation purposes.
On a personal note, I spend a fair amount of time playing tennis on the shoreline, usually stopping in several times a year at the Madison and Guilford tennis clubs. I also enjoy many of the great restaurants in the area, and will be sure to find time to grab a coffee with our reporters and editors around town. If you have a community event you’d like me to attend, please send a note and I’ll try to clear the decks to say hello.
Meanwhile, enjoy the rest of the fall, and if there’s anything I can do to help, please send me a note.
Guilford Art Center is now accepting applications for its holiday 2025 expo. Applications are open to artists and crafters from the local community, Connecticut, and New England who work in various media, including but not limited to ceramics, woodworking, glass, jewelry, metalwork, stationery, leather goods, personal care items, candles, homewares, textiles, and fiber arts. For more information or an application, visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Lee Howard WHAT'S GOING ON
Shailen Pathy: Treat Others the Way You Want to Be Treated
Out of the documentary came Shailen’s second major accomplishment:the establishment of his nonprofit organization Demeter Community.
“We focus on food donations to food shelters to ensure that they’re stocked, especially through the seasons where they might not get as many donations,” he said. “And we focus on getting monetary donations from people and then buying the specialized goods for the shelter, just so that there’s not a surplus of certain items where certain things go bad.”
Shailen said he now recognizes that providing enough food for struggling families and individuals requires “more action” and that there will “always be another step that we can take to help bridge the gap.”
Shailen’s involvement in community service extends well before high school. He engaged in his first philanthropic mission years before when he and his family traveled to Cuba to assist humanitarian infrastructural repair projects. He remembers this
“eye opening” experience that revealed to him the economic disparity between different populations. He would encounter this same situation again working in kitchens, which helped to inform his documentary project.
Shailen was able to produce his documentary and establish his nonprofit while attaining a 4.55 GPA by his graduation, being accepted into the National Honors Society, and receiving the Ronald Reagan Leadership Award. His motivation is twofold, he said.
“Part of the motivation is internal - trying to one-up myself whenever I do something. If I do something great, [I’m] trying to one-up that next time and do even better. But I think part of it is also external and the amazing community I’ve built around myself.”
Shailen credits his friends for their uplifting support, his healthily competitive older brother, and his parents, who instilled in him at a young age the timeless mantra to “treat others the way you want to be treated.”
The VIDA Guitar Quartet
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Since forming in 2007, the VIDA Guitar Quartet has performed throughout the UK, Europe, North America, and China. In the U.S., the VIDA GQ has appeared at the Long Island Guitar Festival and at the 92nd Street Y in New York City as part of their ‘Art of the Guitar’ Series. 2017 marked the quartet’s debut in China as part of the Changsha International Guitar Festival.
The VIDA Guitar Quartet has recorded 4 CDs and are currently working on a new recording featuring the music of Brahms, Schubert and Grieg. Future recordings include the music from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein.
LONG TERM CARE PRESENTATION
THE PERFECT RETIREMENT
WPAC Proposing Facilities Upgrades
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recommended upgrades found in the plan, as well as additional funding for implementation following town approval.
The plan is not townwide and would implement system updates in specific pockets and lots in town. While most septic systems in Madison “work well,” said Director of Health Trent Joseph, the study did find areas of concern in Madison where some septic systems are facing setbacks.
These areas are primarily concentrated in the beach region of Madison, while the most concerning are located in the southwestern part of the region. The study identities them around Neck Road, Beach Avenue, and Circle Beach Road.
According to the study, these areas are due for an “in-depth septic system review…based upon analysis of existing conditions and confluence of limiting factors that can affect septic system performance.”
If wastewater problems were not addressed, “groundwater contamination and or other environmental concerns” could result, according to the study.
According to Hansen, the ability to fix systems is “pretty poor in some areas because the septic systems are undersized, outdated and not functioning very well.... They were built for small, seasonal homes. Now people are upgrading and expanding their properties.”
The environmental, health, and code concerns found in the study are relevant to homes in the southwestern beach area. Many of the homes are older seasonal properties that “don’t meet any kind of a modern code for septic systems”, said Hansen.
Environmental concerns in this area revolve around “protecting beaches and shellfish areas,” and drinking water, according to Joseph. If left untreated “the risks in those pockets are bacteria reaching surface waters and nitrogen fueling algae and low-oxygen conditions in Long Island Sound,” he added.
To address the multiple concerns and to update health and building codes, WPAC’s plan endorses the implementation of a wastewater management district approach. The approach allows for the Madison Health Department to impose higher standards for septic systems, most critically in the areas of concern.
Joseph characterized this plan as one
focused on “practical prevention” fixing “pockets where small lots and high groundwater limit treatment to protect beaches, shellfish areas, and drinkingwater resources.”
Other environmental and public health goals can be met with tighter design and maintenance standards and “where needed, advanced on-site treatment on specific parcels,” said Joseph. Treatment can involve “targeting risk reduction, improving water quality in local creeks and the Sound,and aligning with the state’s goals of reducing nitrogen loading into the Sound “without the need to construct town-wide sewers.”
The plan concludes the implementation of wastewater districts to be a “more proactive” approach for several reasons. It would establish an “actively monitored program administered by the Health Department,” including “regular inspection and monitoring of septic systems in designated areas” and addressing “systematic and incrementally required upgrades or repairs for underperforming systems.”
The wastewater district approach allows for homeowners to continue reliance on their private septic systems, while public health ordinances the WPAC wants to update can support the sustainability of homeowners’ systems in the expansion of their properties.
The approach also allows for more individualized fixes in lots “to address real risks without a one-size-fits-all sewer solution,” said Joseph. Additional requirements to improve the environmental quality of a targeted area are also permitted under the model.
The cost of implementing this new approach over a 20-year period is $391,500, said Hansen. He added that it will cost the town an estimated $329,000 per year to run the new program, an amount that includes staff members’ salaries. On top of the annual cost, a fund of $100,000 will be attached to the program. Hansen expects these monies to grow over the program’s duration and can relied upon to fund budgetary shortfalls or to install additional resources as needed. If the plan is not adopted by the Board of Selectmen and the state, Joseph said areas of concerns will “keep seeing difficult, caseby-case fixes in those higher-density areas where there isn’t room for properly sized leaching fields.
Supporting creative thinking on Board of Education
Having the privilege of knowing Jessica Wilen personally, I am delighted to share my support for her candidacy for the Board of Education. Jessica brings both professional wisdom and a parent’s heart to this important role.
As a mother of two Madison students, Jessica sees firsthand what makes our schools wonderful and where we can grow together. Her background in social work and experience working with educational organizations have taught her that every child learns differently and deserves to have their unique needs met with creativity and care.
What I admire most about Jessica is her genuine belief that we can accommodate all students while staying ahead of educational trends. She thinks creatively about challenges and seeks collaborative solutions. Whether it’s ensuring every student has a trusted adult connection or developing thoughtful approaches to technology use, Jessica focuses on nurturing both hearts and minds.
Jessica’s vision for strengthening partnerships between families and
schools resonates deeply with me. She wants parents to have a meaningful voice while supporting our dedicated teachers and administrators. Her ideas for improving communication—like annual surveys and clear follow-up on community input—show her commitment to working together.
Jessica will approach every situation with thoughtfulness and integrity. She listens with genuine care, values different perspectives, and keeps our children’s wellbeing at the center of every conversation. Her professional experience has taught her how to build consensus while her role as a Madison parent keeps her grounded in our community’s daily reality.
Jessica understands that strong schools are built on strong relationships. She will be a bridge-builder who ensures every child feels supported and every family feels heard.
I encourage all voters to support Jessica Wilen for Board of Education.
Joanna Lane
Madison
The Greater New Haven Cat Project (GNHCP) announces its Feral Feline Festival, the annual raffle fundraiser featuring themed raffle baskets. The festival features an inperson raffle on Saturdays, Nov. 1 and Nov. 8, from 2 to 6 p.m. at 1874 Middletown Avenue, North Branford, and an online silent auction with bidding starting Nov. 1 and ending Nov. 8. For the raffle event, tickets cost $5 available at the event. For the online auction and details on the auction items, visit gnhcp.org/feralfelinefestival. For more information, contact GNHCP at 203-782-2287 or gnhcp1@gnhcp.org.
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Experience and Integrity on the Bench
The reason that I am voting for Seth Klaskin for Judge of Probate is because it is important who we put on the bench in our local judicial district. Seth has the public administration experience to keep the business of the court and the docket flowing to ensure the efficient execution of the court when our citizens need it. He has extensive legal background that gives him a deep understanding of how to apply the laws that are written and protect important codified constitutional and civil rights. It is critical that we have a compassionate Judge of Probate. Seth Klaskin has walked the walk, serving families, children, and the community with dignity, compassion, empathy, grace, and
nonpartisanship in volunteer elected positions of public trust for over 22 years. We can trust him to act in our best interests when given the opportunity to bring his leadership to the bench.
Having been before the court for my child’s name change, it is critical that we elect someone that will be a steadfast ally in protecting the rights of our citizens. At a time when our constitutional and democratic institutions are under attack, Seth will preserve the dignity of the court and integrity of the law.
When you vote, please join me in voting for Seth Klaskin and the rest of the Democrats.
Joan Walker Madison
Experienced, Compassionate Leadership
As Madison prepares for the upcoming election, I want to share why I believe Tom Virgulto is the clear choice for Probate Judge.
With Judge Barrett’s retirement, our community faces a critical decision about who will lead this important court that handles estates, guardianships, and family crises. Tom Virgulto brings exactly what we need: deep expertise, immediate readiness, and genuine compassion.
Tom’s qualifications are exceptional. With over 30 years of legal experience and probate law as his central focus, he has appeared in Probate Courts across Connecticut for decades. Most important, he actively practices law today, representing families in probate matters weekly for the past 20 years. This means he will hit the ground running on day one with no learning curve—a crucial advantage during this transition. Beyond his professional credentials, Tom is deeply rooted in our community. A Madison resident since 1997, he has
raised his family here while coaching youth sports for over a decade and leading Madison’s A Better Chance program as President and now Vice President. What sets Tom apart is his understanding that probate court is about more than just law — it’s about people facing life’s most difficult challenges. His approach emphasizes compassion and fairness, ensuring every person feels heard and respected. As someone trained in mediation, Tom focuses on resolving disputes quickly and fairly, sparing families the emotional and financial toll of prolonged litigation. At this pivotal moment, we need steady, experienced leadership. Tom Virgulto’s combination of legal expertise, active courtroom experience, and personal dedication ensures that Guilford and Madison will have a Probate Court that is accessible, compassionate, and effective from day one.
Bruce Wilson Madison
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RecycleforSight
The Madison Lions Club recycles eyeglasses that have outlived their usefulness for other people to use. Residents can visit one of the 15 drop box locations in town. From the pool of recycled eyeglasses, the Madison Lions Club has arranged and financed the shipment of more than 40,000 pairs of recycled eyeglasses to benefit children and adults in Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Uganda, and Zambia. The eyeglass collection boxes can be found at Act II Thrift Store, Guilford Savings Bank (two locations), The Hearth at Tuxis Pond, Madison Dry Cleaners, Madison Eye Care, Madison Optical, Madison Senior Center, Madison Town Hall, St. Margaret Roman Catholic Church, and First Congregational Church of Madison. For more information, call Marinus de Jongh at 203-318-0178, Dick Borner at 860-227-8045, Dave Longobucco at 203-245-9413, or Sharon Callahan at 860-552-9341.
Wanted:
Volunteers
Volunteers are needed for the 2025 Run for The Cove and Memorial Walk to be held Sunday, Oct. 19, at 10 a.m. at the Hammonasset State Park, 1288 Boston Post Road, Madison. The even features a 5K race (starts 10:30 a.m.), 2-mile memorial walk (10:40 a.m.), kids' fun run (10 a.m.), and family-friendly activities. For more information, email jalene@covect.org or visit covect.org/race
ValleyShoreToastmastersWelcomesNewMembers
The Valley Shore Toastmasters holds its meetings every first and third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Road. The aim is to create a supportive environment so that participants improve their public speaking skills. For more information, email cathferg@yahoo.com or visit www.3940.toastmastersclubs.org.
ExchangeClubSeeksNewMembers
The Exchange Club of Madison welcomes new members. The club is part of a national organization whose missions include Americanism and the prevention of child abuse. The club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of every month at the American Legion Griswold Post 79, located at 43 Bradley Road, Madison. For more information, call Nancy Smith at 914-320-0510 or Sean Heenan at 337-353-8287.
FoodWorthTasting
The 2025 Worth Tasting Event, a series of downtown culinary walking tours in New Haven, continues through Saturday, Dec. 13. The food-tasting tour is led by Stephen Fries, food columnist, professor of hospitality management. The tour lasts four hours and includes stops at six to eight restaurants and eateries in the Elm City. Tours depart 10:30 a.m. from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple Street. The remaining tours will be held on Saturdays, Oct. 25 and Dec. 13 (holiday tour). Parking is available at the Crown Street or Temple Street Garage in New Haven. Tickets cost $80 each, except for the December tour, which is $85. Service fees apply. Reservations are required. For more information or to make a reservation, call 203415-3519 or visit worthtasting.co/newhaven.
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Shoreline Eldercare Alliance (SEA) of Connecticut, an advocacy group for elders, will continue providing enrichment during the COVID-19 pandemic, although through remote means. Seniors who are interested in these virtual presentations via Zoom can send an email to kkellyrubin@benchmarkquality.com with “SEA Zoom” on the subject line. A link will be sent by email to allow seniors to join these presentations. For more information, including a brief tutorial on how to use Zoom, visit sea-ct.org.
VendorsWanted
Vendors are welcome to apply to be part of the annual holiday fair hosted by the Griswold Post 79 Auxiliary of The American Legion. The annual holiday fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Legion Post 79's Legion Hall, 43 Bradley Road, Madison. For an application or more information, contact Donna Farrell at 203-804-2693 or farrell.donna@gmail.com or Marie Pohlman at 203-421-3123 or mspohlman@yahoo.com.
Vote in Municipal Elections
CAPTAIN MORGAN’S BAIT & TACKLE
I am writing to encourage every Madison resident to vote in the upcoming municipal election. Local government shapes our daily lives more than any other. It ensures our education is the best in the state, our town is the best in the state, and our property taxes are properly spent. Your vote truly holds an impact.
This year, I am proud to endorse our Republican candidates who bring experience, integrity, and a commitment to Madison’s incredible community. They believe in fiscal responsibility, transparent government, and thoughtful leadership. Our team is made up of long-time community members who are invested in Madison’s well-being. They support our schools, prioritize responsible town governance, and will ensure our town projects are run with the utmost quality oversight. I urge all eligible voters to participate on Election Day. Municipal races see less than half of registered voters participating, and this election is
expected to be no different. Town government thrives when citizens make their voices heard.
Take time to learn about our Republican candidates and their vision for Madison. Listen to what they have to say and look at their amazing resumes. They encourage you to reach out with questions and ideas, as they are eager to listen and work together. Let us continue moving Madison forward. This isn’t about partisanship; it is about quality governance. It is time to have bipartisan leadership within our town, ensuring fiscal responsibility for our tax dollars. Vote Republican in the municipal race and invite friends, family, and neighbors to do the same. Thank you for your commitment to our community and for supporting candidates who are ready to serve.
Connor Favre
Madison Republican Town Committee Chair
GriefShareMeetingsContinueThroughDecember
GriefShare is a weekly faith-based bereavement support group that offers help, encouragement, and support after the death of a spouse, child, other family member, or friend. Sponsored by Christ Chapel of Madison, this support group meets on Sundays from noon to 2 p.m. The regular GriefShare cycle began in early September and runs through early December. Each lesson can stand alone, so participants can attend any week. The weekly format includes supportive discussion about video content and a journaling workbook reinforcing each week’s topics. The workbook will be available to purchase at the meetings for a one-time fee of $20. All are welcome. For more information or to register, call Sue Granniss at 860-9131654 or specify “Madison, CT” at griefshare.org/findagroup.
Proven Leadership for Madison Probate
We have lived in Madison for just three years, but in that time, we’ve come to know Seth Klaskin through his deep involvement in our community. It’s clear to anyone who’s spent time with him that Seth is a thoughtful, principled, and compassionate leader — the kind of person we can trust to serve as Judge of Probate for the 34th District covering Madison and Guilford.
The Probate Court is often where people turn during the most challenging times in their lives — after the loss of a loved one, or when families are facing emotional and financial transitions. Seth’s combination of empathy, patience, legal experience, and public administration experience makes him uniquely qualified for this role.
A practicing attorney for almost three decades, Seth has dedicated his career to serving families and children, both in the courtroom and through public service. As Director of the Business Ser-
vices Division at the Connecticut Secretary of the State, he modernized operations, eliminated backlogs, and helped draft key legislation, including the 2017 Connecticut LLC Act. Locally, he has served on the Madison Zoning Board of Appeals and on the Madison Board of Education for 16 of the past 18 years, the last several as Board Chair. Under his leadership, Madison’s schools achieved statewide recognition as “Schools of Distinction,” and Daniel Hand High School earned a National Blue-Ribbon designation.
Seth’s steady hand, proven judgment, and lifelong commitment to families are exactly what our communities need in the Probate Court. We hope you’ll join us in voting for Seth Klaskin on November 4th.
Joan and Ralph Singleton Madison
Trust and Fairness for Madison Probate
For us voters in Madison and Guilford, selecting a new judge of probate isn’t about party or policy. It’s squarely about trust. Is the candidate someone we can rely on to make fair, informed, and compassionate decisions based on the law? For me, a lifelong Madison voter, business owner, and corporate governance academic, the candidate is Seth Klaskin and the answer is yes. For years I have been impressed by Seth’s even, fair, and evidence-based judgments in service to our town. He refuses to get drawn into partisan cat fights, but instead opts for reason and rationality. Much of what a probate judge does involves family matters, so the person we need should have sensitivity, the
judicial equivalent of a good bedside manner and, above all, an ability to apply the law with even-handedness. Seth is all that in spades. He’s been a skilled attorney for nearly 30 years, and a leader in volunteer boards in Madison for nearly 20 years. In my experience, he is unfailingly positive and respectful, and his empathetic style has paid off in bipartisan decision-making and achievements, making our town a better place.
In the probate court, Seth would continue to make us proud. I urge voters to pick Seth Klaskin as the next probate judge for Madison and Guilford.
Stephen Davis
Madison
Shoreline
Soul
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Shoreline Soul announces it is holding its concert on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m., with a preconcert rehearsal at 1:15 p.m. The concert takes place at the First Congregational Church, 122 Broad Street, Guilford. The event, which is the culmination of a five-session community choral gospel workshop, is free and open to the public. Space is limited. For more information, contact 203-619-1415 or shorelinesoul@gmail.com.
Sports
Long Island Sound in 2050
CAPTAIN MORGAN’S
Fishing report
If we go back 50 years, most fishermen today can reminisce about the bygone years, interweaving them with their own vivid experiences. They can easily speak of what was - the good and the not so good, including the fish that were and those that squeezed by and are here today. But what about fifty years in the future and the years leading up to them?
While Long Island Sound’s fishery may benefit from improved water quality, it will likely be reshaped by a change in water conditions, led by increased water temperatures and invasive species by 2050. Coldwater species will continue to decline or shift their ranges northward, while warmwater species will expand and flourish. Struggling now with change, commercial and recreational fishing sectors will need to adapt to this new reality.
The American lobster population, a once vibrant commercial fishery in the Sound, has already been driven to commercial extinction due to warming waters. Other cold-tolerant species, like winter flounder, are also expected to continue to declinealthough, there have been sporadic sparks of rejuvenated life in recent years.
Warm-water species, like black sea bass populations, have substantially increased in recent years and are expected to continue to.thrive and expand their range. Judging by results of recent spawns, species like summer flounder and blue crab seem to be increasing in abundance, potentially providing new opportunities for commercial and recreational fishing.
Proliferation of warm-water species, like these black sea bass, is already disrupting the food web. They prey on vulnerable species like the American lobster, further contributing to their decline. Even Maine is seeing their lobster being driven into deeper, colder waters as they seek refuge from increasingly warm coastal areas that negatively impact traditional nursery grounds.
As the Sound absorbs more carbon dioxide, it becomes more acidic, which makes it harder for oysters, clams, and mussels to form shells. More frequent closures due to heavy rainfall events, a predicted effect of
warmer temperatures in the Northeast, will lead to more frequent and longer closures of shellfish beds due to bacterial runoff. This is a threat to the economic viability of the aquaculture industry along with the risk of pathogens, like Vibrio, which is harmful to consumers. Additionally, rising sea levels and increased storm activity will contribute to loss of salt marshes and other coastal habitats essential for protecting the shoreline and supporting fisheries.
We are in the infant stages, but without too much imagination, this old salt can potentially foresee the black sea bass establishing itself as a serious, substitute apex fish predator in Long Island Sound due to rising water temperatures. Black sea bass is a warm-water species (optimal growth at 78 degrees) that has flourished in the Sound as other cold-water species have declined. Striped bass and bluefish, for example, have their own unique issues and are currently under fisheries manage-
ment scrutiny. Historically, they are the ones that have preyed on black sea bass, but their numbers can further diminish. Black sea bass abundance has increased by over 1,000% in the last decade, showing a substantial shift northward in its range. They are disrupting the food chain by preying on other species as they out-compete cold-adapted species. For now, the food supply of forage fish for larger species
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Photo courtesy of Captain Morgan
Squeezing in opening day of fall tautog season through a weekend under threat of a highly publicized typical nor’easter, fishing activity was brisk with some 18 to 22” fish caught, underscored by many short fish hinting to a positive outlook for the regional stock.
Football Earns a Win, Volleyball Takes Two Losses
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Football
The H-K football team traveled to Morgan/Old Saybrook/Westbrook on Oct. 10 and won 20-13. H-K broke a two-game losing streak on the strength of two Jamien Evans touchdown passes: a 27-yard bomb to Axel Kolcio and a seven-yard toss to Tyler Napierkowski. John Moyher also scored for the Cougars on a three-yard fumble recovery. Napierkowsi was the offensive star for the Cougars, catching 12 passes for 105 yards, including his touchdown reception. Spencer Savoy had six catches for 95 yards, while Evans was 24 of 37 passing, totaling 281 yards, including his two touchdown tosses.
“We got the win, which is obviously the goal, but we left some points off the board due to key mistakes,” said Head Coach Tyler Wilcox. “We’ll work on cleaning up the issues as we head into the bye week.”
Volleyball
On Oct. 6, H-K volleyball hosted Morgan and took a 3-2 loss. Stephanie Coleman had 12 kills, and Maizie Irons had 11. Juliette Harriman had 16 assists, and Vio-
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let Shatraw had 11. Irons had 18 service receptions, Coleman had 17, and Ava McNamara had 13.
Two days later, the Cougars traveled to Coginchaug and fell 3-0 before hosting Lyme-Old Lyme on Oct. 10 and taking a 30 loss. On Oct. 11, H-K participated in a tournament at East Haven, going head-tohead with Berlin and losing 2-0.
Girls’ Soccer
H-K girls’ soccer traveled to Valley Regional on Oct. 7 and lost 7-2. Payton Kaplowitz and Sadie Mallon each scored for the Cougars, and Rory Kaplowitz and Ella Mitchell each had an assist. Jordan Belanger had 21 saves in goal.
On Oct. 10, the team played host to Westbrook and won 4-0. Payton Kaplowitz scored three goals, and Mallon scored one. Rory Kaplowitz and Payton Rich each had an assist, and Belanger had one save.
Girls’ Soccer Wins Two Shutouts, Football Takes a Tight Loss
By Gabby Maljanian
Sports Editor
Girls’ Soccer
The Hand girls’ soccer team traveled to Wilbur Cross on Oct. 7 and won 8-0. Several players were involved in the scoring, including Rory McConville with two goals, Matea Thibeault, Ella Schroeder, Taylor Kee, Alice Agovino, Liza Jobson, and Jess McCartney.
Two days later, the team hit the road to Hamden and won 7-0 to extend its sixgame win streak. The Tigers now sit at 9-3 on the season. Goals were scored by Kee (three), Agovino, Molly McGetrick, Rebecca Reh, and Lola Pelligrino. Goalie Jobson had seven saves for her sixth shutout of the season.
The Hand football team hosted Cheshire on Oct. 10 and lost 28-27. Bobby Reh threw for 104 yards and a touchdown, and Stone Leckey threw a touchdown pass with 25 total passing yards. Lucca Boyce can for two touchdowns and picked up 183 rushing yards. Leckey also caught a touchdown pass, as did Cole Preskar.
Photo by Wesley Bunnell/The Source Spencer Savoy had six catches for 95 yards in H-K football's 20-13 win vs. Morgan/Old Saybrook/Westbrook.
Football
Photo by Wesley Bunnell/The Source
Bobby Reh threw for 104 yards and a touchdown in Hand football's tight 28-27 loss vs. Cheshire on Oct. 10.
Schedules
HAND
Field Hockey
Monday, Oct. 20: at North Haven at 4 pm.
Thursday, Oct. 23: SCC Tournament Quarterfinals
Saturday, Oct. 25: SCC Tournament Semifinals
Tuesday, Oct. 28: SCC Tournament Finals at Amity at 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 18: at Xavier at 1 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 17; vs. Cheshire at 6 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 20: at Guilford at 6 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 23: SCC Tournament Quarterfinals
Saturday, Oct. 25: SCC Tournament Semifinals
Monday, Oct. 27: SCC Tournament Finals at West Haven at 7:30 p.m.
Girls’ Soccer
Saturday, Oct. 18: at Shelton at 10 a.m.
Monday, Oct. 20: vs. Jonathan Law at 6 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 23: SCC Tournament Quarterfinals
Saturday, Oct. 25: SCC Tournament Semifinals
Monday, Oct. 27: SCC Tournament Finals at West Haven at 5:30 p.m.
Girls’ Swimming and Diving
Friday, Oct. 17: vs. SHA at 4 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 20: at Sheehan at 5:30 p.m.
Girls’ Volleyball
Monday, Oct. 20: vs. Haddam-Killingworth at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 22: at SCC Tournament First Round
Friday, Oct. 24: at SCC Tournament Quarterfinals
Monday, Oct. 27: at SCC Tournament Semifinals
Wednesday, Oct. 29: at SCC Tournament Finals at West Haven at 7 p.m.
Long Island Sound in 2050
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is stable. It is a long way off until 2050, giving opportunity for other species, like sharks, whales, and dolphins to alter the food web.
By 2050, continued warming could cause other species to shift ranges - perhaps introducing new predators or further altering the food web in unpredictable ways. As a result, no single fish may reign supreme in the Sound, and the apex dynamic will likely be more distributed than in previous decades. However, black sea bass is well on its way to upsetting the apple cart, so to speak.
Tuesday, Oct. 28: Shoreline Conference Finals at Old Saybrook at 5 p.m.
Girls’ Swimming and Diving
Tuesday, Oct. 21: vs. Ledyard/St. Bernard at 4 p.m.
High pressure over the area will move to the east, leaving an obvious distinction between the leading cold front in the midwest and the existing warm one extending to New England and the western Atlantic coast. Strong pressure built in from southwest Canada and the Great Lakes that created a break from the unseasonal, 10 degrees above-average temperatures to those dropping into well below average. High pressure weakened, opening the door for an approaching low and a swath of much needed, soaking rain and unwelcome gusty winds from Hurricane Jerry. Long Island Sound grew into a wicked cauldron, as 35-plus knot northeasterly winds chopped seas to three to 4/5 feet, and near-shore water temperatures in certain areas dropped from 71 degrees to 68 degrees. Leading into these changes were periods of dense to patchy fog followed by sun mixed with clouds.
Three main points of excitement now are the striped bass Fall Run, Albie bite, and re-opening of Bulldog season - the battle of the togs. Sure, bluefish get the blood flowing with fishers tackling goliath choppers, but fall would be lacking if not for these intimidating, relentless fish. However, it is the overall picture that best describes this season, and, if you fish, you know exactly what that feeling is.
Each of these three fish are being readily caught, but not without effort and some searching on days that are searchable. Since the Sound is predominately filled with small baitfish, choices of hard/soft lures, natural baits, and/or flies should be similar. Over-the-slot stripers are taking larger offerings if presentation
is on target. Once the birds and bluefish are located, the choice of lures is not as critical, and most cut/whole baits will be consumed. When found, albies and bonito have been less finicky and have attacked small rainbait look-alikes and flies with gusto.
After the rain quit, temperatures dropped, and the weather broke, blackfish season opened to calm and sunny conditions. Toggers waited over a month to hook into one of these bulldogs. Crabs, other baits, and tog jigs were in demand, as these fish investigated, lipped, and cautiously sucked in food. The tog army was out in force, and tautog seemed to pick up where they left off from summertime when good numbers of them were caught. The opening saw mostly shorts dominatingalthough, togs from 18 to 22” were caught even though the weather turned stormy. Slab porgies and quantities of black sea bass were also caught, but in both cases, a mix of short fish still had to be weeded through. Last day of fluke season was Oct. 15, but several other species of bottom fish remain to be caught.
Restocking of trout fires up inland waterways more as well as the lakes and ponds where largemouth bass are exploding on soft plastics, hard lures, and surface disrupters, like buzzbaits. Trout are eating worms, spinners, and swimmers - streamers and nymphs, too. There has been some action from Atlantic salmon, bowfin, decent channel cats, some carp, and plenty of panfish.
Note: Email us pics of your catches to share with our USA and International fishing friends who keep up with the latest fishing news and frequent social media.
For all things fishy, including the latest gear, flies/fly fishing, rods/reels, clam/crabbing supplies, fishing trips, 2025 licenses/permits, and much more, swing by the shop located at 21 Boston Post Road, Madison, or call 203-245-8665 for updated fall hours. Until next time from your Connecticut shoreline’s full-service fishing outfitter, Authorized Penn Premium Dealer, and promoter of the Daiwa Tournament Program, where we don’t make the fisherman, we make the fisherman better.
Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, invites artists to submit work for its holiday show, The Art of Dreaming. The gallery welcomes representational and abstract art in all mediums—including painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media—that explore the many dimensions of dreaming. Artists may submit works that capture fantasy, invention, romanticism, or surrealism, with unexpected juxtapositions and mysterious images. The show runs Friday, Nov. 21, through Saturday, Jan. 10, with artwork receiving from Sunday, Nov. 9, to Thursday, Nov. 13. Spectrum’s artisans store also seeks fine crafts in wood, ceramic, pottery, glass, paper, fabric, jewelry, and more. In addition, the gallery invites submissions of handmade ornaments for its six-foot holiday tree and seasonal items in all mediums. For more information, call 860767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.
StudyHallAuctionandServices
Study Hall announces that it is again hosting its annual online auction from Monday, Nov. 10, through Sunday, Nov. 16. Located at the Glenwood Plaza, 153 Glenwood Road, Clinton, Study Hall was established by a teacher to help make tutoring affordable for all students. Prices for tutoring begin at $35 per hour, with some need-based financial assistance available. Study Hall also welcomes contributions as it relies on private donations for its operations. For more information or to take part in the auction, visit studyhalltutor.com.
SpectrumGalleryWorkshopsand ClassesforAdults
andChildren
Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, is holding art classes and workshops that include paint a misty mountain in watercolor workshop on Saturday, Oct. 18; a Halloween cardmaking and paper techniques workshop on Sunday, Oct. 19; Coptic stitch journal workshop on Saturday, Oct. 25; and paint a piping plover workshop in watercolor on Saturday, Nov. 8. In addition, Spectrum is holding various children's art classes through the fall. For more information, including class schedules, material lists, and costs, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.
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Ivoryton’s Comedy Will Recall Popular ‘60s and ‘70s Sitcoms
By Karen Isaacs
Special to Living
at Our Lady of Perpetual Help
On the drive home after seeing at Ivoryton Playhouse (through Sunday, Oct. 26), my three companions and I disagreed about how realistic the play was. It is set in 1973; all of us were either slightly older than Linda, the protagonist, or the same age as her.
Incident
We never came to an agreement. Some of us felt the play seemed to reflect the early ‘60s more than the ‘70s . Others disagreed that, though it might not have been realistic to us, it did in fact accurately reflect what many experienced.
Certainly, the audience enjoyed it, and there were some creative elements. The second act was more interesting than the first act, which dragged due to an overlong setup.
You will immediately notice the set by Starlet Jacobs. One look and you know this comedy is set in the 1970s—avocado appliances, flowery wallpaper in oranges and greens; all that is missing is the shag carpet. As the characters enter, Elizabeth Saylor’s costumes and wigs reinforce the period.
living at home, but planning to attend Stanford, where she had a full scholarship. For her working-class family, that was a big deal. They lived in a very Catholic community where life was like a 1950s sitcom: gender roles were well established. Father worked hard at physical labor and set the rules. Mom, Dad said, never worked a day in her life. She only cooked, cleaned, took care of the children, washed the clothes, volunteered at the church, paid the bills, and more. She had put aside her dreams of being a composer years before. Also living with the family was Aunt Terry, separated from her husband, childless, and more willing to buck the conventions in this very Catholic neighborhood.
The women in the family face a problem: how to prevent Father Lovett from telling Dad about the tape, or even worse, playing it for him. If that isn’t enough, we must have other complications, including the sanctimonious and nosy parish member, Betty Heckenbach, a ghosting boyfriend, an on-the-job injury, and a fainting spell.
Terri is wisecracking. Mom seems incredibly naïve and lacking backbone. Dad is a stereotype with reminiscences of Archie Bunker. You can get the picture.
Director Jacqueline Hubbard does her best to keep things moving despite the repetition. The actors strive to develop their characters to the best of their abilities. Autumn Eliza Sheffy as Linda, manages to look both 19 and older, though certainly not as old as she would be. (If she were 19 in 1973, she would be in her 70s now). She develops a rapport with the audience so that we root for her to fulfill her dreams.
The Glass Menagerie
This is a memory play with Linda, narrator (think of Tom in ), telling the story of four tumultuous days in her life. She was 19,
Our protagonist talks about the dominoes that fell during those four days. It started when she was coerced by her mother to tell Becky, her 13-year-old sister, who seems very immature, about the menstrual cycle and the facts of life. She does so using terms that were accurate but graphic; unfortunately, the younger sister has tape-recorded the whole thing. She brings this new device to school, a parochial school, of course, for show-andtell. Father Lovett is interested in the new device, and Becky hits play, not realizing what was recorded. The priest goes ballistic.
The best part of the play is the second act, where Terry and Becky must prevent the priest from meeting with Dad, who is upstairs in bed due to a serious accident on the job. It will remind you of typical scenes in TV sitcoms of frantic improvising. You’ll cheer when they succeed in their mission.
Playwright Katie Forgette creates more stereotypes than realistic characters. If Dad is reminiscent of Archie Bunker, then Terri is Linda Lavin, and Mom could come straight from . One problem is that Forgette overdoes the narration. Too often, Linda reminds us that it is a memory play and that it may or may not be totally accurate. After the second or third time, you want to say, “We know.”
Happy Days
This also slows down the first act. Some judicious cutting would improve the play.
Rebecka Jones is the most successful, creating Terri as a real person. She infuses the character with an underlying sadness, but she, too, often falls into the stereotype. Amber Quick has the difficult role of Jo, the mother. This is a woman who accepts the 1950s role without question, despite it being 1973. As Becky, the younger sister who seems immature for her age – she plays with dolls – Maggie Hamel is good. Rod Brogan is not only the father, but also the nosy Betty, as well as Father Lovett. His transformations are very effective.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Despite its flaws, Incident at will provide laughs and a heartwarming ending, even if it seems too neat.
Tickets are available at IvorytonPlay house.org.
Photo credit: Courtesy of Ivoryton Playhouse
Photo credit: Courtesy of Ivoryton Playhouse
Amber Quick (Jo), Rebecka Jones (Terri)), Maggie Hamel (Becky), Autumn Eliza Sheffy (Linda)
Amber Quick (Jo) and Rod Brogan (Mike O'Shea)
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THURSDAY, OCT. 16
Trip: Historic Homes in Wethersfield
: 9:30 a.m. Meet at the St. George Church parking lot, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Features a docent-led tour of the Hurlbut-Dunham House and the Cove Warehouse. Participants have lunch on their own at the Heirloom Restaurant. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $15. For info or to join SSILL, call 203453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
World of Peonies
: 4:30 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Presented by Dan Furman, secondgeneration propagator and owner of Cricket Hill Garden. Part of the Westbrook Garden Club monthly programs for 2025. For info, email westbrookgardenclubct@yahoo.com.
Literature Seminar Series: by Flannery O’Connor
Author Event: Amy Gamerman
: 7 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Book: . Copies of the book will be available to purchase courtesy of Breakwater Books. For info or to register (required), call 203-4538282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.
Shoreline Sailing Club Event
Calendar for the Week of October 16, 2025
: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. First in a three-part seminar series covering a deep dive into three of Flannery O’Connor’s short stories. Presented by Tom Kelly, former English teacher at various local secondary schools. To obtain a copy of the short story, email Adult Services Librarian Elizabeth Reinhart at ereinhart@essexlib.org. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.
Story Time
: 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For families with children of all ages. For info or to sign up for a spot, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
10th Annual Palate to Palette
: 6 to 9 p.m. Lyme Art Association 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features food from regional restaurants and caterers, live music, and a silent auction of artwork by member artists. Tickets start at $85. Sponsorship levels available. Proceeds benefit Lyme Art Association’s exhibitions and projects. For info, call 860434-7802 or visit lymeartassociation.org.
Author Event: Heather Aimee O'Neill in Conversation with Harper Ross
: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
A Good Man is Hard to Find The Irish Goodbye
: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and over. New members are welcome and sailing experience is not necessary. BYOB. Cost: free for members and firsttime guests, $10 for others. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.
THURSDAY, OCT. 16 THROUGH
SATURDAY, OCT. 18
Haunted Spirits of Clinton Stroll
: Tours at 6, 6:30, and 7 p.m. Meet at the Academy building, 61 E. Main St., Clinton. Each tour visits the old burial grounds and ends with refreshments at the Academy building. The tour requires walking outdoors at night on uneven ground. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight. For age 12 and older. Cost: $15. Service fees apply. Proceeds benefit the ongoing restoration of the Adam Stanton House and the Academy building, home to Kidz Konnection. For tickets, visit buy.tututix.com/kidzkonnection. For info or weather-related updates, call 860-227-2363 or visit kidzkonnectionct.org.
The Feud: Sinatra and Roselli
: Thursday and Friday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. For info or tickets, contact the Legacy Theatre at 203-315-1901 or Info@LegacyTheatreCT.org, or visit legacytheatrect.org.
FRIDAY, OCT. 17
AARP Smart Driver Course
: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center, 189 Pool Rd., North Haven. Features a refresher course specifically designed for drivers 50 years and up. The class is held on select dates each month. Cost: $20 for AARP members, $25 nonmembers. Payment is due on the day of the class by check made to AARP. Bring your driver’s license. For info or to register, call 203-239-5432.
Opening Reception: The Crazies
Pam Carlson Solo Art Show
: 4 to
8 p.m. Essex Art Association, 10 N. Main St. The show runs through Sunday, Oct. 19. For info, contact 860-304-2627 or Pastelpam@comcast.net.
History Happy Hour: 1639 Re-Imagined: Shaumpishuh Negotiates with the English
: 6 to 7 p.m. Allis-
Bushnell House, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Sponsored by the Madison Historic Society (MHS). Features a talk by Michael Bracken, author and former professor at Yale University. Admission: $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Also includes beverages from the Hammonasset Package Store and hors d’oeuvres. For info or to register, call 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. :
Author Event: Nick Offerman and Lee Buchanan
Little Woodchucks: Offerman Woodshop's Guide to Tools and Tomfoolery
7 p.m. College Street Music Hall, 238 College St., New Haven. Book: . Cost: $80, includes premium seating for one attendee and a copy of the book; $80, includes general admission for one adult and one child plus a signed copy of the book; $60 includes general admission for one attendee and a signed copy of the book. Sponsored by R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
The Occasional Coffee House: Spencer LaJoye
: 7 p.m.
North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Features live music, coffee, and a relaxed evening with friends. Tickets: $20, available online or at the door. Space is limited. For info or tickets, call 203-421-3241 or visit northmadisoncc.org/occasional-coffeehouse.
Annual Wine, Beer, and Martini Tasting
: 7 to 9 p.m.
FRIDAY, OCT. 17 THROUGH SUNDAY, OCT. 19
The Haunted Trolley Alien Invasion: Connecticut
Westbrook Elks Lodge, 142 Seaside Ave. Hosted by the Westbrook Emblem Club #535 in commemoration of its 40th anniversary. Features wine, beer, martini, light refreshments, raffle items, and door prizes. Cost: $25 per person. Proceeds benefit local charities and scholarship programs. For info or tickets, call event coordinator Janice Mayo at 860-394-6310. :
Scheduled rides: Friday, and Saturday, 6 to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 5 to 8 p.m. The Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River St., East Haven. Features a one-hour interactive trolley event. Limited to 40 passengers per ride. The 5 and 6 p.m. slots are family- and child-friendly rides. Children ages 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $29 for general admission, $49 for VIP haunted ride. Service fees apply. Advance purchase tickets only. For info or tickets, visit thehauntedtrolley.com.
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Check Out the Upcoming Plays in Your Area and Surrounding Towns
Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York Professional Theater
By Karen Isaacs
Columnist
Change at Long Wharf
: Jacob Padrón, artistic director at Long Wharf since 2019, announced he is leaving at the end of this season. His tenure spanned the pandemic as well as significant challenges and changes for the theater. These included giving up its theater spaces at Long Wharf, which had been its home for almost 60 years, cutting back its production schedule to just a few shows a year, and opting to produce shows in a variety of often small spaces. He also established multiple partnerships with non-Connecticut theaters, as well as community groups throughout the area. Whether this reimagining of the theater will be viable in the long term is a question mark. No information has been announced about a search for a replacement.
Aisle ON THE
at Ridgefield’s A Contemporary TheatreCT through Sunday, Nov. 23. Crowe wrote the original film, as well as working with Kitt on the Broadway version. For tickets, contact ACTofCT.org.
What I’ve Seen
Lucky Stiff
A thoroughly enjoyable afternoon at the theater. Overall, Sharon Playhouse had an excellent season.
English Extended
: TheaterWorks
Hartford’s production of the Pulitzer-Prizewinning has been extended through Saturday, Nov. 8. The extension is due to audience demand. For tickets, visit TWHartford.org.
Four Musicals
English Jesus Christ Superstar Crazy for You
and opportunities for conversations with the artistic director. Participants include Tom Kitt, who will work with collaborator Daniel Goldfarb on a new musical, , adapted from a Philip Roth novel. Adam Rapp will work on a new play, . For information, visit TheONeill.org.
The Night Fawn
NYNotes
: Goodspeed has announced its 2026 season at the Opera House in East Haddam. They will join the long list of Connecticut theaters that have recently presented from April 7 to June 7. Next up is the Tony-winning , featuring Gershwin music from June 19 to Aug. 9.
The Shed Here
Revised Musical Almost Famous
: Tom Kitt and Cameron Crowe‘s revised production of their musical is running
Continued from page 26
SATURDAY, OCT. 18
16th Annual Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase
Ragtime Once on This Island Anastasia
The Mousetrap
: The new leadership team at Seven Angels Theatre in Waterbury opened the season with a musical oddity: . This musical farce was the first produced show by Lynn Ahren and Stephen Flaherty, who went on to write , , , and other shows. It was good to see this musical (it closed on Sunday, Oct. 12), but it won’t take its place among their best work. Elements of the Seven Angels production were delightful, particularly Constantine Pappas in the lead. Sharon Playhouse closed its season with an excellent production of the Agatha Christie mystery, . It was well-acted and welldirected, with a terrific set and costumes.
Harvest Craft Fair
: Check-in starts
7:30 a.m. Ivoryton Village Green. Kids’ run starts 8:30 a.m., the 5K race at 9 a.m. The course begins along North Main Street for approximately ½ mile before turning left down Falls River Drive. At the one-mile mark the course enters the Falls River Preserve for a one-mile trail loop that meanders along the Falls River. The trail turns into a hilly and rocky single track, and care must be taken on the trail due to some jagged rocks and roots. The route can be slick in wet conditions. Cost: $35 for the 5K race, free for the fun run. Service fees apply. Registration is available online only. Bring a water bottle. For info or to register, visit ivorytonlibrary.org or runsignup.com/Race/CT/ Ivoryton/IvorytonPumpkinChase.
Saturday Fall Migration Bird Walk
: 8 to 10:30 a.m.
Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison. Meet at 7:50 a.m. at The Audubon Shop parking lot, 907 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Carpool to the park at 8 a.m. Cost: $6 per person in cash, due upon arrival. Preregistration is not required. Beginners welcome. Binoculars are necessary and can be rented for $4. For info or to rent a pair of binoculars, call The Audubon Shop at 203-245-9056 or visit theaudubonshop.com/events.
Friends
The Snow Goose Annie
The world premiere of , based on the Paul Gallico novel, runs from Aug. 28 to Oct. 18. The season ends with the 50th anniversary production of , which began at Goodspeed, from Oct. 30 to Dec. 27. For more information, visit Goodspeed.org.
Fall at the O’Neill Center
: Playwrights, composers and lyricists, puppeteers and more will participate in retreats at the Eugene O’Neill Center in Waterford to develop new works. The participants receive travel and meal expenses, as well as support from the literary team
: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 129 Ledge Hill Rd., North Guilford. Features crafts, vendors, themed basket raffles, silent auction, a Christmas room, white elephant tables, food truck, and more. For info, contact 203-457-1094 or stjohnsnorthguilford@gmail.com.
: 9 a.m.
to 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features hardcover books at $3 each or two for $5, paperbacks for $2 each, or books priced as marked. Puzzles are buy one, get one free, with the higher price prevailing. For info, visit the Friends tab at youressexlibrary.org.
: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. Students will make a leather half mask that they have tooled, wet-formed, and dyed themselves. Cost: $113.40 for members, $126 for nonmembers. A materials fee of $55 is payable with the tuition. For info or to register, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Fall Shredding Event
: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Madison Chamber of Commerce, 12 School St. Cost: $10 standard box, $15 legal box, $5 mouse/keyboard set, $10 mobile phone and tablet, $20 laptop and flat-screen monitor, $25 desktop or printer. For info, visit the events link at madisonct.com.
We Are This World of Tomorrow
Waiting for Godot
: A hot ticket this fall will be at , an off-Broadway theater that produced Sondheim’s final musical, . Beginning Oct. 30, Tom Hanks will star with Kelli O’Hara, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, and others in , which Hanks co-wrote with James Glossman. It is based on Hanks’ short stories published in 2017. The Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter production of received decidedly mixed reviews from critics. That hasn’t stopped it from having huge box office sales. The Ghost Writer
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, the League of Professional Theater Women and the American Theatre Critics Association.
Open Trails and Music
: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. I-Park, 428 Hopyard Rd, East Haddam. Free. For info or to register, contact 860-873-2468 or events@i-park.org, or visit ipark.org.
Chess Workshop Series
: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Second in a three-class series featuring immersive instruction with a chess coach. Open to children, teens, and adults. Funded by Deep River Cares and sponsored by the Community Foundation of Middlesex Country. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.accountsupport.com.
Open House
For Medicinal Purposes Only
: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society (MHS). Visitors can explore the MHS exhibit, , featuring cures, remedies, books, bottles, and kits from the 18th through early 20th centuries, and the maritime exhibit in the annex. Free admission. For info or to register, call 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org.
Jenni's Rescue Ranch Dog Adoption Event
: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bishop's Orchards Farm Market and Winery, 1355 Boston Post Rd., Guilford, Sponsored by Clarity Medical Aesthetics. For info or an application, visit jennisrescueranch.org.
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: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Rd., Madison. Features hay and pony rides, children’s crafts, apple tasting, pumpkin painting, hay maze, live music, food tent, scarecrow making, cider press, exhibitors, and more. Free admission. For info, visit madisonct.org/515/Harvest-Festival.
: Noon to 3 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Presented by author Sydney Sherman. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. :
12:30 to 4 p.m. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook. No drawing experience is necessary, but students will need to make a simple, light sketch onto proper watercolor paper before painting. Cost: $90 for members, $100 for nonmembers. Materials list available upon registration. For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.
Algorithmic Racism in Computer-Generated Imagery
3 to 4 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Presented by Theodore Kim, professor at the Department of Computer Science at Yale University. Sponsored by Tilde Café, an interactive platform to demystify science and make it more accessible to the community. For info or to register (required), email admin@tildecafe.org or visit tildecafe.org.
Wing Ding It! Chester Historical Society 12th Annual Creative Challenge
: 5 to 7 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Features the culminating event of the Chester Historical Society's annual creative challenge with a reception, silent auction, and more. Every year, local artists compete to see how creative they can be with items produced in Chester. This year, the items are wing dings from CablePrep. Tickets are sold at the door. For info, call 860-558-4701 or visit chesterhistoricalsociety.org.
Richard C. Lee High School Class of 1975 50th Reunion
2025 Run for The Cove and Memorial Walk
: 10 a.m.
Hammonasset State Park, 1288 Boston Post Rd., Madison,. Features a 5K race (starts 10:30 a.m.), 2-mile memorial walk (10:40 a.m.), kids' fun run (10 a.m.), and familyfriendly activities. Cost: $10 for the kids fun run, $30 for the 5K run, and $30 for the memorial walk. Team fundraising option available. Proceeds benefit the Cove Center for Grieving Children. For info or to register, visit covect.org/race.
Making Chocolate the 18th Century Way
: 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. Henry Whitfield State Museum, 248 Old Whitfield St., Guilford. Features a demonstration by Robert Lecce and Edward Dirgo of The Pewter Pot. Spiced chocolate bars and drinking mixes will be available for purchase. Free demo and free admission to the museum. For info, contact the museum at 203-453-2457 or whitfieldmuseum@ct.gov, or visit portal.ct.gov/ECD-HenryWhitfieldStateMuseum.
Silver Metal Clay: Finishing and Firing
: 10 a.m. to
: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. Running time: 235 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
: 1 to 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. No carving required. Materials provided. Free and open to all. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Library. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Old Saybrook Town Green. Hosted by the Old Saybrook Parks and Recreation Center. Bring a pumpkin. Paint, stickers, felt, and props provided. Cost: $5 for residents, $10 for nonresidents. For info or to register, visit the fall activities/events link at oldsaybrookct.myrec.com/info/activities.
: 2 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.
and Metal Stamping
: 2 to 3:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For adults. Participants will pick colors and materials to make a necklace or bracelet (no earrings). For info or to register (required), call 203245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.
Makeup FX with Decimated Designs La Sonnambula
: 3 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features demonstrations to impart technical skills and inspire creativity and a passion for the art of special effects makeup. Participants will learn how to create zombie makeup, torn throat wounds, and realistic burns. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
: 6 to 10 p.m. Amarante's Sea Cliff, 62 Cove St., New Haven. Tickets: $100. For info or tickets, call Diane Beckwith Popolizio at 203-494-7435, Debbie Fish Kaye at 203215-1042, or Harvey Bixon at 203-671-0520.
Branford High School Class of 1980 45th Reunion
: 6 to
11 p.m. Pine Orchard Yacht and Country Club, 2 Club Pkwy., Branford. For info, members of the class can email their contact information (name—including graduating name if different—address, email, and cell phone) to JoMustaro@snet.net.
International Dinner and Dance Party
: 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford Admission: $40, includes dinner and dancing. For info, email info@timetodanceballroom.com.
Next to Normal
: 7 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. Running time: 150 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
Public Stargazing Night
: 7 p.m. Young’s Park, 60 Blackstone Ave., Branford. Free admission and parking. Sponsored by the Astronomical Society of New Haven. Open to all. For info, directions, or cancellation notices due to clouds or weather, call 866-808-ASNH or visit asnh.org.
Sweet Saturday Nights: Lucas Neil
SUNDAY, OCT. 19
70th Anniversary Celebration:
: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Tickets: $10. Service fees apply. Refreshments are available for purchase. For info or tickets, visit musicnowfoundation.org/events. 10:30 a.m. Community Nursery School (CMS), 262 Sachem Head Rd., Guilford. Guests can see the school's new base camps, art studio, sugar shack, and more. Donations to the CMS capital campaign are welcome. For info, visit facebook.com/GuilfordCNS
4 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. Students bring their dried silver clay pieces they made at home or prefired pieces made in previous workshops for a two-hour firing. Any stones included in the firing process must be able to withstand the firing time and temperature (1,600° F). Cost: $166.50 for members, $185 for nonmembers. A fee of $10 is payable with the tuition. For info or to register, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Sixth Old Saybrook Rotary Club Macaroni Dinner
: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Clark Memorial Field (Fireman’s Field), 210 Elm St., Old Saybrook. Menu: macaroni, meatball, sausage, salad, dessert, and bread. Cost: $15 for adults, $10 for children 12 and under. Tickets available at Northeast Medical Products, 520 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook; by phone at 860-388-1437; online at osrotary.org; or from any Old Saybrook Rotary Club member. Proceeds benefit the charitable work of the Old Saybrook Rotary Club. For info, call John Aforismo at 860-794-5009.
Halloween Cardmaking and Paper Techniques Workshop
: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook. Students will use paper strips, ink, die cuts; explore card layout and composition; and take home a card-making kit. Cost: $27 for members, $30 for nonmembers. Includes all materials. For info, call 860-7670742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.
Public Forum: Guilford Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance Candidates
: 1:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library Meeting Room, 67 Park St. Hosted by the League of Women Voters of the East Shore. For info, email eastshoreleague@yahoo.com.
The Pirates of Penzance
: 3 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Presented by Salt Marsh Opera. For info or tickets, call 860510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
27th Annual Bauer Park Harvest Festival
Tarot "Sekhem" Workshop
Paint a Misty Mountain Workshop in Watercolor
Met in HD Live:
Pumpkin Painting
Pumpkin Decorating
Classical Guitar Concert by Neal Fitzpatrick
Fall Crafts with Natalie: Jewelry Making
Branford Community Foundation Welcomes Three New Board Members
Tricia Bohan, Andy Marlatt, and Alex Palluzzi, Jr. join the Foundation’s volunteer Board of Directors
The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is pleased to welcome three new board members: Tricia Bohan, Andy Marlatt, and Alex Palluzzi, Jr. All are active members of the Branford community who are passionate about giving back, making them welcome additions to the BCF board of directors. The board is composed of community leaders who serve without compensation and who have been selected for their knowledge, interest, and integrity of judgment.
Tricia Bohan is a lifelong resident of Branford who has built a life deeply rooted in community, creativity, and service. After earning a fine art degree in photography from Paier College of Art, she turned her passion into a profession as the owner of Tricia Bohan Photography. For over 30 years, she has been capturing meaningful moments for clients across the shoreline and beyond. In addition to her photography work, Tricia has demonstrated a strong commitment to the Branford community through decades of volunteer leadership. She has served as Secretary for the Branford Festival Corporation, was a founding member of the Branford Merchants Association, and is a board member and past president of the Branford Rotary Club. She also served as a director for the James Blackstone Memorial Library.
Andy Marlatt is the co-founder of Antonym Partners, a nonprofit consulting firm based in Branford. In his other life, he
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and Recreation for the town of Branford for the past 32 years, and he has been involved with the department for 50 years. Alex holds numerous degrees, including a bachelor’s degree in management from Albertus Magnus College, and a master’s degree in recreation & leisure services from Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU). He is an adjunct professor at SCSU in the Health & Human Services Department, teaching in the Recreation & Leisure Services Department for the past 21 years, where he currently teaches a graduate course. Alex is a member of Connecticut Recreation and Park Association (CRPA), National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA), American Park and Recreation Society (APRS), Connecticut Parks Association (CPA), and New England Park Association (NEPA). He is the past president of CRPA which represents 600 member professionals and covers 122 municipalities in the State of Connecticut.
Tribes Economy of Errors
is a comedy writer who has written for several BBC television and radio programs, and wrote the short film , which was chosen for the American Pavilion at the 2021 Cannes International Film Festival. He also authored the (very briefly) best-selling satirical book (Random House), and founded the two-time Webby Award finalist website, SatireWire.com. A 1986 graduate of the University of Georgia, Andy began his
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career as a journalist and has been published in newspapers and magazines around the world. Andy and his wife Susan have lived in Branford for 35 years, where they raised two sons. He serves on the Town of Branford’s Human Services Board and has been a board member of multiple local organizations, including Branford Rotary and the Branford Soccer Club.
Alex Palluzzi, Jr. was director of Parks
The Branford Community Foundation (BCF), founded in 1980, is a public, nonprofit, tax exempt, charitable trust. It provides an administrative, philanthropic service—a means by which public-spirited citizens may make gifts or bequests, the income from which is distributed for educational, cultural, health, social, and civic needs. The Foundation is overseen by the board of directors, composed of community leaders who serve without compensation and who have been selected for their knowledge, interest, and integrity of judgment. A part-time executive director works with the board of directors, and Advisors provide outreach with the community, give guidance to the board, and help to develop future leadership.
Monday Night House Concert: Paul Rishell and Annie Raines
21st Anniversary Roslyn Young Memorial Concert: Après-midi Musicale: Chamber Music of Ravel and Fauré
: 4 p.m. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Features the ensemble Circle of Friends, with Sarah Pratt-Parsamian, violin; Margrét Hjaltested, viola; Robert Burkhart, cello; and Barbara Podgurski, piano. A reception follows the concert. Presented by Music at the Meetinghouse. Tickets: $25 general admission, free for children under 18. Tickets available at the door. For info, visit RoslynYoungMemorial.org.
Trip: Connecticut State Capitol and Museum
Concert by Silver Threads: A Musical Tribute to Linda Ronstadt : 9 a.m.
: 4 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall Auditorium, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Features singer Mary Beth Sippin. Sponsored by the Clinton Rotary Club. Tickets: $25. Proceeds benefit the charitable works of the Clinton Rotary Club. For info or tickets, visit clintonrotaryct.com.
Meet at the St. George Church parking lot, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Features a docent-led tour of the Connecticut State Capitol and Museum, including a discussion of the building's history, art, and architecture. Participants have lunch on their own on-site. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $15. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
Friends of Essex Library Annual Fall Bag of Books Sale
: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Features a bag of books for $10, second bag for $5. Puzzles are buy one, get one free, with the higher price prevailing. For info, visit the Friends tab at youressexlibrary.org.
TUESDAY, OCT. 21
The Why, Where, and How of Citizen Science
: 7 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Tickets: $15. For info, call 860-434-1961 or visit musicnowfoundation.org. : 10 a.m.
Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Virginia Baltay, a curriculum designer for the Stewart B. McKinney Refuge on Outer Island in Stony Creek, where she integrated citizen science activities into the visitor program. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
Press Release from Branford Community Foundation
The Branford Community Foundation
The Branford Community Foundation is pleased to welcome three new Board members: Tricia Bohan, Andy Marlatt, and Alex Palluzzi, Jr
Page Turners
theLover
ByLilyKing
Every other week, we invite local booksellers to submit suggestions for the best books on shelves now—it’s all part of our mission to keep our readers informed, up-to-date, and entertained. View previous Page Turners at www.zip06.com/pageturners.
— Karen F., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison Heart
TheAcademy
ByElinHilderbrand
I heart this book so much! It’s about the exquisite joy and pain of all-consuming young love, complex friendships, paths taken and not taken, and the power of living in the moment. I couldn’t put it down and devoured it in one sitting.
A glimpse into life at an elite boarding school in New England that is filled with drama, secrets, and scandal. Much different than the usual Hilderbrand beach read but equally as enjoyable for a new generation of readers who want a contemporary page-turner.
— Tijae,
R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
AlchemyofSecrets
ByStephanieGarber
Stephanie Garber knows how to lure a reader into a world that’s as magical as it is dangerous. Alchemy of Secrets is a non-stop thrill ride full of twists that will leave you unsure who you can really trust. It’s a truly entertaining adventure through a contemporary Los Angeles bursting with magic and all the consequences that come along with it.
—
Becky, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
TheRiseofNeptune
ByScottReintgen
Don’t miss this outstanding sequel to The Last Dragon on Mars. There are more cool dragons, heroic soldiers, and a couple of awesome secret weapons that really make this series stand out. Reintgen, a former teacher, writes effortlessly for the 10+ audience.
— Jamie, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
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MotherMaryComestoMe ByArundhatiRoy
Her deeply moving memoir sheds light into what shaped Arundhati’s life—as a writer and as a woman. I enjoyed learning of her challenges and how she used them to propel forward. She knew enough about herself to make decisions in favor of keeping love in her life. — Lori, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
ADarkandDeadlyJourney
ByJuliaKelly
This, the third in Julia Kelly’s engaging WWII-era Evelyne Redfern Mystery series, has drama, humor and a touch of developing romance. It can be read as a stand alone but better to start with book 1 to get to know Evelyne and her inner circle. Highly recommended. — Laura B.,
R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison
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: 10 a.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. Running time: 235 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
: 2 to 3 p.m. Chester Town Hall community room, 203 Middlesex Ave. Free for Chester seniors and community members. For info, contact Public Health Nurse Sherry Carlson at 860-661-3300 or Scarlson@crahd.net.
: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Circle Beach, Guilford. All cleanup materials will be provided. Sponsored by Save the Sound. For info or to sign up, email apaltauf@savethesound.org or visit savethesound.org/take-action.
: 5:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For ages 6 to 11. Participants learn about octopuses and make a craft to take home. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.
: 6 to 8 p.m. Chester Firehouse, 6 High St. Features apple pie, coffee, ice cream, cheese, and raffles. Cost: $5 for adults, $3 for children 10 and under. Hosted by the Chester Hose Company Auxiliary. For info, visit facebook.com/chesterhoseinc.
: 6 to 8 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door. For info, call 860-434-1961 or visit musicnowfoundation.org.
: 7 p.m.
Online event. Features Alan Katz, author of . Cost: $10 for the private link to the event, $30 for the link plus a signed copy of the book, popcorn, crayons, and sketch pad. Service fees apply. Presented by Read to Grow in Branford. For info or to register, call Read to Grow at 203-488-6800 or visit readtogrow.org.
: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22
Wednesday Fall Migration Bird Walk
: 8 to 10:30 a.m.
Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison. Meet at 7:50 a.m. at The Audubon Shop parking lot, 907 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Carpool to the park at 8 a.m. Cost: $6 per person in cash, due upon arrival. Preregistration is not required. Beginners welcome. Binoculars are necessary and can be rented for $4. For info or to rent a pair of binoculars, call The Audubon Shop at 203-245-9056 or visit theaudubonshop.com/events.
The Employer's Guide to Second-Chance Hiring
: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Courtyard by Marriott, 4 Sebethe Dr., Cromwell. Features an interactive workshop focused on second-chance hiring and the benefits it can bring to a business. Participants will gain practical strategies for recruiting, retaining, and supporting employees in need of a "second chance." For info or to register, visit middlesexchmaber.com.
The Future of the Home
: 10 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by Paco Underhill, founder and former CEO of Envirosell, Inc. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.
Met in HD Encore:
Chester Blood Pressure Clinic
2025 Connecticut Cleanup: Guilford
Wacky Wildlife: Octopuses
Lego STEM Club
La Sonnambula
Apple Pie Night
Pickin’ Party
Popcorn and PJs: Virtual Family Story Time
Concert by Leo Kottke
Zooloween
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Investing with Intention: How to Build a Smarter, More Strategic Portfolio
: 1 to 2 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Second in a three-part Women and Money Roundtable series designed specifically for women of all levels of financial knowledge. Facilitated by wealth and financial advisors Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone. For info or to register (required), call 203-4538282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.
Drop-in Workshop
: 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. For middle school students to drop in and work on art projects for the afternoon. Students can also do independent exploration with materials on hand. The event is on an early-dismissal day. Free and no registration needed. For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.
Paint Your Own Trick-or-Treat Bag
: 1:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For children ages 5 to 12. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.
Grub Club
: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Free and open to children ages 8 and older to learn basic cooking skills and new recipes to make for the family. All supplies provided. Parents of participants are requested to disclose any allergies during registration. Funded by the Old Saybrook Public Health Nursing Board. Presented by public health nutritionist Kathy Cobb. For info or to register (required), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.
Open House and Ribbon Cutting
: 4 to 6 p.m. The Guilford Foundation, 44 Boston St. Features a tour of the new space, light refreshments, sparkly beverage, and more. For info, contact 203-640-4049 or communications@guilfordfoundation.org.
Brew and Crew
: 5 to 8 p.m. Surfridge Brewery, 6 Main St., Building 3, Centerbrook. Features raffle baskets, prizes, and more. Proceeds benefit the Valley Regional and Old Saybrook high schools combined crew team. For info, visit vrhscrew.org/crew-fall-fundraiser.
Truth, Tradition, Transformation: Celebrating a Century of Albertus Magnus College
: 5:30 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave. Features a reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by a lecture by Catie White, community services librarian at Albertus Magnus College. Part of the lecture series, “Celebrating a Century.” Free and open to all. For info or to register, visit newhavenmuseum.org.
: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library auditorium, 758 Main St., Branford. Features stories and poems performed by actor Campbell Harmon. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit blackstonelibrary.org.
Mark Twain’s Guide to Spiritualism and Seances
: 6 to
7 p.m. Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. Presented by Jason Scappaticci, associate dean of student affairs at Capital Community College in Hartford. Part of the Live from the Boathouse lectures. Cost: free for members, $5 for nonmembers. Virtual participation via Zoom is an option. For info or to register (required), call 860767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.
Make a Hat Pumpkin
: 6 to 8 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. All material provided. Only individuals who have not participated in the hat pumpkin event at the Edward Smith Library can register. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.
Soy Wax Candle Making: Pumpkin Bowl
: 6 to 8 p.m.
Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $34 class fee plus a $25 materials fee (exact change requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
Author Event: Mary Dixie Carter
: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.
Finding My Way with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai
Finding My Way: A Memoir
: 7 p.m. Online event. Book: . Hosted by the Essex Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-7671560 or visit libraryc.org/essexlib.
Finding My Way with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai
Finding My Way: A Memoir
: 7 p.m. Online event. Book: . Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.
Concert by Ashes & Arrow
: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.
ONGOING EVENTS
Farmers Market
Chester Holiday Market
Candidly Chris: Block Island
: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. First in a quarterly series in honor of the late Chris Jennings-Penders, a Madison resident who worked at the library and spent time on Block Island and East Wharf with family and friends. Presented by Richard Benfield. Refreshments will be served. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.
Advanced Sea Glass and Ocean Jewelry
: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $35 class fee plus a $10 materials fee (exact change requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.
Book Discussion
Marguerite by the Lake Day
: 7 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Book: by Michael Cunningham. Presented by Mark Schenker, educator and former residential college dean and adjunct English lecturer at Yale. Free and open to all. Copies of book will be available to check out at the reference desk. For info or to register (required), call 203453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.
Finding My Way with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai
: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Runs Nov. 30 through Dec. 21. Chester Center, Main St. For info, visit chestersundaymarket.jimdo.com.
City Seed Wooster Square Farmers Market
: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 22. Conte West Hills Magnet School, 511 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, visit cityseed.org/cityseed-markets.
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds
: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 30 (later, if weather permits). Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org or visit guilfordyouthandfamilyservices.org.
Madison Farmers Market
: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Green. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com.
Old Saybrook Farmers Market
: 9 a.m. to noon. Wednesdays and Saturdays through October. Parking lot at 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-833-0095.
Stony Creek Farmers Market
: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 2. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Branford. For info, email Clara.pagliaro@gmail.com or visit scfarmersmarket.org.
Finding My Way: A Memoir
: 7 p.m. Online event. Book: . Hosted by the Chester Public Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/chesterctlibrary.
Finding My Way with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai
: 7 p.m. Online event. Book:
Finding My Way: A Memoir
. Hosted by the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/scrantonlibrary.
The Dudley Farm Farmers Market
: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through October. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/farmers-market.
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An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe
Horoscopes Crossword
For the week of October 16 - October 22
ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20
Timing is everything, Aries. Even though you are anxious to start something big, this might not be the right moment for it. You’ll benefit from stepping back to reassess.
TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21
You are craving comfort, but growth is just outside of your range, Taurus. This week, a financial focus pays off. Don’t ignore your gut when it comes to a financial matter.
GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21
You may be charming and magnetic right now, Gemini, but are you paying attention to what other people are saying? It’s time to listen more than you’re speaking.
CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22
Emotions are running strong right now, Cancer. It is alright to be passionate. Your intuition will be heightened, but do your best to take a measured approach in the days ahead.
LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, it’s important to remember that, while the spotlight loves you, not every stage is meant for a solo. Share the attention midweek and others will love you even more for it.
VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, perfection can wait right now, even if you are craving ultimate order. Embrace progress even if it doesn’t come in a polished form. Say yes to a new opportunity.
OCTOBER 16
Bryce Harper, Athlete (33)
OCTOBER 17
Felicity Jones, Actress (42) OCTOBER 18
Zac Efron, Actor (38) OCTOBER 19
Katie Douglas, Actress (27)
LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, you are balancing a dozen things. This seems like a pattern for you, but avoid overextending yourself. Speak up and advocate for your needs.
SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22
You are focused and quiet working behind the scenes this week, Scorpio. Some people need to be flashy with fanfare, but that’s not you right now. Relish in the quiet success.
SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21
You might be fired up with fresh ideas, Sagittarius. Just be sure your vision is rooted in reality. Write it down and stay open to feedback. It’s best to avoid spontaneity right now.
CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, you’re bound to tire out if you don’t pace yourself. Delegate things when you can, especially by the end of the week. A surprise compliment at work brings joy.
AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, let your curiosity lead you somewhere new. Someone different from your usual crowd could offer unique insight that you hadn’t considered previously.
PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, creative energy is high right now, especially around Wednesday. You’re close to a creative breakthrough, but you might need a practical play to get there.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
OCTOBER 20
Snoop Dogg, Rapper (54) OCTOBER 21
Kim Kardashian, Reality Star (45) OCTOBER 22
Jeff Goldblum, Actor (73)
CLUES ACROSS
1. Martial arts in China
6. The butt of jokes
12. Nevertheless
16. Sportscaster Michaels
17. A firm believer
18. Atomic #18
19. One’s bestie
20. Of I
21. Hamburger accessory
22. Thus
23. Partner to Pa
24. Scottish tax
26. Cuts away
28. Require
30. Government lawyer
31. Own (Scottish)
32. Body cavity
34. Brew
35. Young woman (French)
37. Platforms
39. Pair of points in mathematics
40. Attack suddenly
41. Aviators
43. Make perfect
44. Yearly tonnage (abbr.)
45. Neither
47. The center of a city
48. Sacrifice hit in baseball
50. Singer Redding
52. Dragged forcibly
54. Puncture with a knife
56. Belonging to me
57. Expresses surprise
59. Haul
60. The Golden State
61. Biblical Sumerian city
62. Integrated circuit
63. Opposed to certain principles
66. Sodium
67. Qualities
70. Walk
71. It awaits us all
CLUES DOWN
1. Ate quickly
2. Peyton Manning’s alma mater
3. Moves through water
4. Run away from
5. Utah resident
6. Natural objects
7. Children’s game
8. Obligation to prove
9. Ancient Greek building for performances
10. Soldier
11. Decorated
12. Catches
13. Russell __, author
14. Speak indistinctly
15. Students get them
25. Japanese warrior
26. Dessert
27. Doleful
29. Most cushy
31. Moon crater
33. Small evergreen Arabian tree
36. Something fugitives are “on”
38. 007’s creator
39. Paintings on hinged panels
41. Type of bomb
42. Japanese classical theater
43. U.S. gov’t department
46. Flightless bird
47. One who cuts wood or stone
49. Buttock and thigh together
51. A way to gather
53. Body part
54. Argentinian city
55. Undergarments
58. Jai __, sport
60. Container for shipping
64. Type of screen
65. Get free of
68. Indicates position
69. Business department
Word Search
Find the words hidden vertically, horizontally, and diagonally throughout the puzzle.
HEARING TEST WORD SEARCH
ACOUSTICS
AUDIOLOGY
AUDITORY COCHLEA CORTEX
DECIBEL
EUSTACHIAN TUBE FREQUENCY
HEARING AID
HEARING LOSS INNER
MIDDLE NERVE
OSSICLES
OTOLARYNGOLOGIST OUTER PITCH
PROCESS SOUND TINNITUS
TYMPANIC MEMBRANE VOLUME
Word Scramble
Word Scramble solution for October 9, 2025: CRATE
Word Search solution for October 9, 2025
Real Estate Transactions
CLINTON
GUILFORD
LET’S CONNECT!
Janet Peckinpaugh, Realtor® 696 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443
c. 860.985.3659 jpeckinpaugh@wpsir.com janetpeckinpaugh.com
48 Fairy Dell Rd: Richard R. and Jill Knap of Clinton to Robert J. Cifarelli, $290,000 on 09/24/2025
24 Liberty St: E Terry Clark Lt and E T. Clark of Clinton to Dorothy J. Chircop, $382,000 on 09/23/2025
15 Valley Rd: Robert M. and Patricia J. Johnson of Clinton to Dillon Zak and Lynsey Kirkby, $358,000 on 09/22/2025
3 Vincent Ct: Erik W. and Jennifer E. Vincelette of Clinton to Jill E. and James M. Nenninger, $715,000 on 09/25/2025
DEEP RIVER
5 Tower Hill Lake Rd: Wehr Carolyn L Est and Anthony E. Monelli of Deep River to Jason A. and Emily A. Saunders, $480,000 on 09/22/2025
10 W Bridge Ln: Lynch Richard A Est and Jason Lynch of Deep River to 10 Wbl LLC, $70,000 on 09/24/2025
EAST HAVEN
68 Benjamin Rd: Sheri Dague of East Haven to Ricardo and Kerry Anderson, $514,000 on 09/23/2025
109 Center St Unit 4-1: Olivetta Uradu and Rose Onyinyechi of East Haven to Sabriya Z. Silva, $351,000 on 09/23/2025
ESSEX
NORTH BRANFORD
102 Colonial Rd: Barbara A Fisher RET and Barbara A. Fisher of Guilford to Derek Schusterbauer, $610,000 on 09/26/2025
34 Joyce St: Jacob Ben of Guilford to Xinzhu Yang and Yan Zhao, $550,000 on 09/22/2025
312 N River St: William Ni and Molly Mcadow of Guilford to Andrew and Kelly Lavoie, $945,000 on 09/22/2025
95 New Quarry Rd: Marc P. Nadeau of Guilford to Stephen Cassella and Heather Moore, $2,080,000 on 09/25/2025
28 Saginaw Trl Unit 28: Alyson B. Brooks of Guilford to Lisa M. Ocana, $225,000 on 09/26/2025
55 Seaside Ave: Scott T. and Barbara J. Macdowall of Guilford to Susan M. Ogorzalek and Eric A. Albert, $560,000 on 09/26/2025
38 Village Cir Unit 38: State Street Dev LLC of Guilford to George and Valerie Yavorek, $909,000 on 09/22/2025
34 Wauwinet Ct Unit 34: Steven G. and Nadine F. Shimada of Guilford to Jeffrey D. Abbott, $210,000 on 09/25/2025
MADISON
10 Blake St: Pamela S. and Timothy C. Visel of Essex to Carlos and Gabriela Torres, $360,000 on 09/23/2025
28 First St: Chris and Rise Paolicelli of Madison to Thomas Geoffino, $187,000 on 09/25/2025
181 Ridge Rd: Jennifer D. and James S. Lee of Madison to Madisen Swallow, $625,000 on 09/25/2025
113 Scotland Rd: Steven Sessions Supplemen and Carol R. Riordan of Madison to Daniel J. and Charlotte M. Arpie, $601,000 on 09/24/2025
95 Holly Mar Hill Rd: Robert S. and Patricia G. Darragh of North Branford to David and Amanda Carpenter, $565,000 on 09/24/2025
Totoket Rd: Michael J Keegan Ft and Mary L. Keegan of North Branford to Mark and Vera Andreucci, $31,267 on 09/23/2025
OLD SAYBROOK
9 Connally Dr: Robert E. and Jessica T. Lafreniere of Old Saybrook to Stephen L. and Caroline E. Noonan, $670,000 on 09/22/2025
45 Farview Ave: Messersmith Ft and Deborah Messersmith of Old Saybrook to Eric Pessagno, $925,000 on 09/24/2025
WESTBROOK
1525 Boston Post Rd Unit 253: Dgg Properties Co Inc of Westbrook to James and Debora Dunlop, $12,000 on 09/23/2025
