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Madison & Killingworth Vol. XXX Iss. 46

A New England Newspaper of the Year 2018

Dems ‘Sweep’ Elections, Committees Analyze Races

By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

The 2025 municipal election in Madison saw voters mostly support Democratic candidates who will make up the majority on the Board of Finance and Board of Education.

The next judge of probate for Madison and Guilford also will be a Democrat.

The Madison Democratic Town Committee announced this year’s municipal election as a “clean sweep” for their candidates, who won across the ballot on several boards including the boards of finance and education, as well as the Zoning Board of Appeals and Board of Assessment Appeals.

“This is an incredible night for Madison,” said Andrea Aron, chair of Democratic com-

mittee. “Voters sent a clear message that they value experience, transparency, and steady leadership. Our candidates have demonstrated those qualities every step of the way.”

Two of the most consequential town boards, education and finance, received new

Kim Gallagher is a talented musician in the shoreline area who plays in several different bands..............2

See Dems ‘Sweep’ page 8

Holiday Smiles Rachel Lehman portrays Emilie Ely during the Madison Historical Society's Holiday Lantern Tour held Nov. 8 around the town green. The walking tour brought visitors to scenes depicting Madison in 1862, featuring Ely, whose three brothers served in the Union Army; Reverend Samuel Wheelock Fiske speaking to congregants at First Congregational Church; Talcott Bradley, whose sons and son-in-law fought for the Union; Mrs. Jonathan Wilcox sharing stories of Madison women's work with the Soldier's Aid Society; and soldier Samuel Willard recounting his battlefield experiences.

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Kim Gallagher: The Sound of Music

By Rita Christopher Courier Senior Correspndent

On Monday and Thursday mornings, Kim Gallagher plays in the New Horizons Band at the Community Music School (CMS) in Essex. On Monday night, she plays in the Old Lyme Town Band, and Tuesday night finds her at rehearsals of the New London Community Orchestra.

Not only does she have to keep the rehearsals straight, she has to remember whether she is going to play the clarinet or the saxophone, and whether that will be a tenor or an alto sax.

For the holiday season performances of the Old Lyme Town Band, Kim will be playing tenor sax, a larger instrument with a lower register than the alto.

Members of the group come from all across the Shoreline, from towns ranging from Guilford to Niantic.

The band is giving its annual holiday concert at The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook on Wednesday,

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of the Week Dec. 17, a special performance to culminate its 50th anniversary.

The band was formed to celebrate America’s bicentennial in 1976.

The group is one of the very few amateur musical groups that pays annually at The Kate.

On this year’s program are seasonal favorites like Greensleeves, O Come, All Ye Faithful, Leroy Anderson’s well known Sleigh Ride, and Shalom from the Broadway production of Milk and Honey. Tickets for the concert are available through The Kate’s box office.

Playing in the musical groups for Kim is about more than the music. It is about the people. “You make new friends; fantastic people and the sounds all blend together. Lovely music,” she says.

The New Horizons band at

CMS in which Kim plays clarinet on Mondays and alto saxophone on Thursdays is part of a national organization devoted to providing musical opportunities for older instrumentalists who may have played in their youth or who finally have time to learn how to play an instrument they long thought about.

The clarinet, the instrument her father had played, was Kim’s first instrument. She started lessons in seventh grade and played in her first band in eighth grade.

She couldn’t start earlier because the family moved regularly to accommodate her father’s job as a mining engineer.

Kim bought her first saxophone some 30 years ago. “I thought saxes were cool and I really liked the sound they made,” she says. But she didn’t really begin to practice for the musical groups she now plays in until last November.

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Reuniting on the Strip Lily Paine and Cora Davia, both Hand graduates and now collegiate fencers, met up at a recent fencing competition...................... 14 A Big Upset Hand football earned a 20-17 win over Fairfield Prep, the No. 1 team in Class LL this fall.............. 17

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Index

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We would like to applaud Eversource Service to restore our power after a 20hour power outage from Thursday Oct. 30 to Friday Oct 31, punctuated by heavier than normal winds... We called them Oct. 31 during the day for an update as to when the lights and power might come back on. The pleasant customer service rep said it would be by 5

p.m. that day. And it was. Actually 4:45 p.m. Considering all the power outages they had to service we thought the accuracy was outstanding.

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Community Steps Up During SNAP Gap Laura Giannelli Chief Revenue Officer Ext. 4304

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As the government shutdown continues, Nov. 1 marked the end of federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

In Madison, 34 families registered with Madison Youth and Family Services and 200 single seniors identified

by Senior Services will be directly impacted by the loss of the SNAP benefits they depend on to meet their basic needs.

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Madison residents, organizations, and faith communities, Neighbor to

Neighbor has been able to use its Discretionary Fund to assist affected Madison residents, as identified by Senior Services and Madison Youth & Family Services.

In challenging times like these, the true character of our Madison community shines, by working together with compassion and care to help our neighbors in need.

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The Senior Center newsletter offered some students to help with putting gardens away for the winter. The event was free and, being 90, I really could use the help, so I signed up. This was being offered by Madison Youth Services and the Senior Center.

Justin from Madison Youth Services and Heather from the Senior Center came one day to assess the situation and said they would send a few helpers.

Saturday morning, October 25th, Sarah Rahn, one of the moms, and the mom in charge, assembled some

helpers. THIRTEEN FRESHMEN FOOTBALL PLAYERS! To say I was surprised is a major understatement.

The boys were respectful, ambitious, fun, and had my yard looking fantastic in no time. They even raked the leaves.

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I am so grateful for their help and so proud that they are students of DHHS. My thanks go to Sarah, each one of the boys, the parents who brought them, and Justin and Heather.

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Remote Presentations for Shoreline Eldercare Alliance

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Rita Christopher Senior Correspondent

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.

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Arts Center Killingworth, 276 North Parker Hill Road, and Spectrum Gallery, 61 Main Street, Centerbrook, are seeking volunteers to help at events and programs throughout the year. No experience is necessary. Teens can earn community service credit. For more information, contact 860-663-5593 or artscenterkillingworth@ gmail.com, or visit the volunteer page at spectrumartgallery.org/volunteer.

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Obituaries

Obituary

Jennifer Washburne Madison It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jennifer Koski Washburne of Madison. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at the home she loved on Oct. 28, 2025, after bravely battling cancer for five years. She was 61.

Jen will forever be a shining star, whose light transformed the lives of everyone she touched. She attended Daniel Hand High School in Madison, and went on to Williams College in Massachusetts, where she played varsity tennis and met her husband of 38 years, Peter.

Upon graduating, Jen found quick success in business, becoming the youngest officer at The Travelers. She then worked at ConnectiCare before transitioning to her favored niche in international healthcare and medical/crisis evacuation at Cigna International, MetLife, OnCall, Healix, and GMMI. Her entire career was dedicated to providing a rock-solid base for her boys to succeed in life.

Jen was one of those rare people who undeniably lit up a room when she entered. She had a constant positive energy, a quick wit, eloquence, and a smile that led to many friendships. She was a true force of nature, whether planning family adventures, advocating for those in need, supporting her boys in

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their efforts, devouring books at a startling rate, or simply lending an ear to a friend.

Her sense of humor was second to none. Jen looked for fun and brought it to everyone around her. Happy, positive, and uplifting defined her spirit. At the same time, she was a steadfast protector of those she loved and cared for, and she never backed down in pursuit of that protection.

Jen’s greatest love was her family and friends. She was fiercely proud of her sons – Ben, whose Paralympic rowing took the family to Paris, and Robbie, for his humor and ambition. She deeply admired her dad, Walter Koski, for his kindness, optimism, and strength. And she was ever grateful and full of love for her husband, Peter.

Jen relished traveling in the U.S. and abroad, primarily in Europe, but also in Asia and Africa. She had a deep passion for nature’s beauty, notably the sunsets she photographed almost daily and the sunflowers in her gardens across Madison. She took pleasure in sharing flowers, photos, and stories with the many people in her life.

In addition to Peter, her sons, and her father, Jen is survived by her brother, Allen Koski (wife Susan), and many nieces and nephews. Jen’s mother, Marjorie, predeceased her. Jen will be sorely missed by all.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Jan, 3, 2026, at the Madison Beach Hotel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift to the Scranton Memorial Library in Madison, in support of biographies and memoirs, or to the Cancer Research Institute, in support of breast cancer research.

Vendors Wanted 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.

Griefshare: Surviving the Holidays The seminar for Griefshare: Surviving the Holidays takes place Sunday, Nov. 16, from noon to 2 p.m. at Christ Church café, 1185 Durham Road, Madison. The seminar offers practical, actionable strategies as well as encouragement, support, and valuable tools to help participants navigate the challenges of the season. Participants will view a video featuring advice from Christian counselors and people in grief who have faced the holidays after their loss. The participant guide costs $12 and can be purchase at the seminar. To register, visit GriefShare.org. For more information, call Sue Granniss at 860-913-1654.

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“I like yelling at people, and also the outfit. I also like the fact that Dracula doesn’t have very much stage time.

Because I am terrible at memorizing things, so I can put more umph into less presence.”

The campiness of the production is enchanted by special effects, said Grabow, including a “dun-dun-dun” sound effect, fog, thunder and lighting and self-opening doors revealing the Count.

Other members of the cast include Rider Abate as the psychiatrist Renfield, Monroe Rioux as Lucy Westenra, and Henry Diana as Professor Van Helsing.

The time period in which the story takes place is the 1910s, with costumes, furniture, and interaction among characters reflecting the dress, class, and decorum of the early 20th century. To emphasize the aristocratic social standing of the characters, the actors speak with British accents, while Dracula and his servant have Romanian accents.

“Their vision of a more modern-day vampire was different. So we actually encouraged them to go back and to read part of ‘Bram Stoker’s Dracula,’ look at some of the old [films],” said Grabow.

Co-stage managers Claire Morris and Lily Howard were excited to delve into the specific kinds of props needed like paintings with gold frames and certain types of lamps. Keeping historically accurate scenery is an interesting challenge for the crew given that the set is stationary throughout the show, which presents an opportunity for stage hands to keep audience members looking for small yet interesting details.

“For this specific play, it’s just going to be one set that will be stationary the entire time,” said Howard. “We really get to flesh out the entire scene and go into all the little details of what makes the scene special.”

The cast and crew is very excited to see the final product of their hard work and sharing that feeling with their peers. They are also excited to show audiences a different side to an athletics-focused school like Daniel Hand.

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Spooky season has not ended quite yet at Daniel Hand High School, as its Hands on Stage production company has invited “Dracula” to entertain the public on Nov. 13, 15, and 16.

“Normally, we perform much later,” said director Joy Grabow. “We perform after Thanksgiving, but the fact that this year, the dates we were given were so close to Halloween, we thought, ‘How fun! Let’s play on that.”

The decision by the theater advisory board for the production company to stage the classic Gothic tale is ultimately one that is friendly for all its participants, not the least of which its cast members. There are lots of roles in the play, which opens up the actors and the crew to create something exciting in the visuals and dialogue.

“I think it offers some more opportunities for actors to explore different types of scenes together and hopefully allows the stage crew to make some really cool sets and props,” said Avery Belcher, who portrays the character Jonathan Harker.

Jack Johnson, who plays sanatorium owner Dr. Quincy, said his role is a different one from the “more eccentric” kinds he has played in past productions. His character Quincy is a more simple fellow, he said.

“It’s definitely been a bit of a challenge with that, in a way, because I’m so used to doing those kinds of extreme characters,” Johnson said.

On the genre of the show, Grabow said she is “really happy” about the decision to do something that is “so different from anything we’ve done here.”

“We’ve never done the horror genre,” she said.

But while Dracula and vampires in general are a fixture of the horror genre, it doesn’t necessarily feel that way to Alfie Parkyn, the actor portraying the titular character who stands at a menacing 6-foot4 with long hair.

“It doesn’t feel like the Dracula play we’re putting on is too dark or horrific,” said Parkyn. “It seems that both Joy and the original script/material are aiming for a slightly camp and James-Bonds-y Dracula, which is a lot more fun than scary.”

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Dems ‘Sweep’ Elections, Committees Analyze Races Continued from page 1 members while maintaining Democratic majorities of 5-4 and 4-3, respectively.

First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons applauded Madison voters for their choice to “keep our town on a responsible course by electing a qualified Democratic team with proven results.”

The Madison DTC extended its gratitude to the “hundreds of volunteers who knocked on doors, made calls, and shared the message of a stronger, fairer Madison.”

“This is what community looks like — neighbors coming together to move Madison forward,” said Aron.

Voter turnout in this year’s election was over 41%, a result that was “on the low end of normal for recent municipal elections,” said the Registrar of Voters. The lower figure is most likely due to this year’s election not including a race for the first selectman’s office.

Among the salient issues for Madison voters include education and finances.

Resident Hilary Axtmayer cited the former as her reason for casting a ballot.

“We’re so lucky to have excellent schools.

For my family, that’s why we moved to Madison and so to maintain that and have good representation on the Board of Ed, to

keep the child-centered approach as the primary focus, student well being, mental health - I think these are big issues that the Board of Ed needs to tackle,” said Axtmayer.

Despite the heated and polarizing tone of today’s general political climate, leaders from both sides praised the candidates and the volunteers during this election season for their involvement.

“Thank you to every candidate who had the courage to raise their hand to run for public office — not an easy task in today’s heated political environment,” said Lyons, the first selectwoman.

Republican Town Committee Vice Chair Matt Gordon said he was “very happy that we had a great voter turnout” in an election year without selectmen races. Favre said the higher than expected turnout is a “really, really good sign” upon which the committee hopes to build success for the future.

With the newly elected board members soon to make their mark, Lyons said she looks forward to a return to “working together across the aisle” to meet responsible spending and “sustain our quality of life.”

Lyons concluded, “I look forward to working with everyone in the coming

weeks and months as we continue to shape Madison’s future — a town we all cherish and love.”

The winner of the race for the Probate Court was Seth Klaskin, best known as the chair of the education board. Klaskin defeated his Republican rival Tom Virgulto by a 977-786 vote.

In a statement to The Source, Klaskin said he is “proud and thankful to have won the race,” and thanked the support of his family, campaign organization, and his “fellow slate candidates from both Guilford and Madison, for their efforts and contributions to this victory.”

“I especially wish to thank the voters in Guilford and Madison for placing their trust in me to occupy this important position,” said Klaskin.

Despite not winning, Virgulto said he is “very proud of the campaign we ran and the values for which we stood.”

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COMMUNITY NEWS • THE SOURCE • NOVEMBER 13, 2025

Dems Sweep Killingworth Elections

By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

Preliminary election reports for local elections in Killingworth resulted in a sweep for the Killingworth Democratic Town Committee, including the reelection of incumbent First Selectman Eric Couture. Below are the unofficial results provided by the Registrar of Voters. b

First Selectman Eric Couture (D) - 1,444 John Samperi (R) - 784 b

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Board of Assessment Appeals Matthew Stillman (D) - 1,239 Todd Blewett (R) - 976 b

Planning and Zoning Commission Lisa D’Angelo (D) - 1,361 Geoff Cook (D) - 1,367 Richard Pleines II (R) - 1,044 Jonathan Norton (R) - 960 b

Planning and Zoning Alternate Stephanie Warren (D) - 1,369 b

Zoning Board of Appeals William Joyce (D) - 1,381

Selectman Joel D’Angelo (D) - 1,319 Eric Nunes (R) - 1,003 Nancy Gorski (R) - 1,110

Town Clerk

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Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate Cinny MacGonagle (D) - 1,357

Fire Commissioner Michael Reimers (D) - 1,114 Don Offner (R) - 855

Dawn Rees Mooney (D) -2256

Town Treasurer Donna Dupuis (D) - 2244

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Regional Board of Education Lisa Connelly (D) - 1,245 Tara Amatrudo (D) - 1,206 Matthew Nunzianto (R) - 843

Board of Finance Annie Stirna (D) - 1,347 Steve Reeps (D) - 1,414 John Mancini (R) - 1,206 Walter Adametz Jr. (R) - 1,007

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Dems ‘Sweep’ Elections, Committees Analyze Races Continued from page 8 the will of the electorate and congratulate my opponent.”

Virgulto expressed gratitude towards his family, his campaign committee, donors, and the “so many thoughtful, engaged members of our community,” for their support, and for whom he remains “committed to serving our community and advocating for fair, compassionate justice wherever I can.”

Madison Republican Town Committee leader Matt Gordon said that while the Madison GOP “had some great candidates ... they were overlooked based on the larger political platform.”

“I would agree,” said Connor Favre, another RTC member, who saw the Democratic victories as an expected reaction against the results of the national 2024 election.

“We’ve seen it happen in the past, where this stuff happens, where when a party wins the presidency the following year, then, you know, the party that lost kind of has a bounce back,” said Favre.

Despite the “disappointing” outcome, said Favre, he is “proud of what our candidates did and how they went out there and made inroads,” especially in comparison to numerous Republican losses in other shoreline towns.

The presence of multiple Republican seats on the school board will ensure an education leadership body in Madison with “ a ton of knowledge in education,” said Favre.

While not the majority, a continued Republican presence on the finance board signals to Gordon that “voters are paying attention” to town finances, especially after the failed referendum on the Academy School. He referenced major renovations

that could take shape at the Madison Surf Club as the next project for the board needs to “take a look at the big picture” with their spending.

“For all members of the Board of Finance, we have to focus on smart spending and smart decisions with what we are going to finance,” said Gordon. b

MADISON ELECTION RESULTS

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Board of Education Maureen Lewis (D) - 1,028 Emily Rosenthal (D) - 1,053 Jessica Wilen (D) - 1,021 Tony Paolitto (R) - 792 Mary Ann Connelly (R) - 829 Lisa Deane - (R) 827

Board of Assessment Appeals Randy Ruotolo (D) - 1,167

(winners in bold) b

Judge of Probate Seth Klaskin (D) - 977 Tom Virgulto (R) - 786

Zoning Board of Appeals John Zaaijer (D) - 977 Dylan Stella (D) - 1,024 Richard Gilbert (R) - 835

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Board of Finance Bob Reinhardt (D) - 1,009 Jude Hession (D) - 977 Happy Marino (R) - 803 Charlie Lehberger (R) - 777 John Muller (R) - 821

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Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate Kit Wilcox - (D) 1,152

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MADISON INLAND WETLANDS & WATERCOURSES AGENCY At a regular Zoom meeting held on November 3, 2025, the Madison Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency took the following action(s): 25-40. 38 Opening Hill Road, Map: 76, Lot: 6; Zone: RU-1; Owner/Applicant: Timothy Mack, Regulated Activity Modification Permit to include a 10 x 20 deck and patio within the 100ft wetland review area APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS 39 Liberty Street; Map 29 Lot 133 and 1008 Boston Post Road Map 29 Lot 155; SHOW CAUSE HEARINGClearing of vegetation, grading and removal/deposit of materials and plantings; within a wetland and/or 100ft review area of inland wetland without regulated activity approval UPHELD ORDER Dated this 4th day of November 2025 Kealoha Freidenburg, Chairman

LEGAL NOTICE MADISON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION Madison, CT Notice is hereby given that the Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., Meeting Room B, Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive, to consider the following: 25-03. 61 Liberty Street, Map: 29, Lot: 139, Zone: R-2; Owner: Thom Petrick, Applicant: Paul A Vicino; Certificate of Appropriateness to remove and relocate front entry to west side of the house.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Lorraine Tvrdik (25-0294) The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated October 30, 2025, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Karen M. Parzych, Chief Clerk The fiduciary is: Wayne Tvrdik c/o ARTHUR CHARLES WEINSHANK, CRAMER & ANDERSON LLP, 51 MAIN STREET, NEW MILFORD, CT 06776

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Julie Schwarz (25-0307)

25-04. 548 Boston Post Road, Map: 38, Lot: 130, Zone: R-2; Owner: Lisa Copeland, Applicant: Caryn Paradis; Certificate of Appropriateness to add two windows in outbuilding, and an addition of a window on the side of the main house.

The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated October 27, 2025, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below.

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John Lind, Chairman

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Kim Gallagher: The Sound of Music Continued from page 2 on to the University of Alabama. Her roots were southern, and given her youth, her parents wanted her to be near family.

Kim was a walk-on for Alabama’s noted marching band and also played in its symphonic band. She can’t remember what she played or how well she played it. She recalls there were over 50 clarinets in the band, and out on the football field if one person made a mistake, it was not really detectable.

After graduating from college with a degree in biology and chemistry, Kim earned her master’s degree in chemistry at Clemson University and then decided, she would try the business world.

She worked as a chemist first for a company in South Carolina and then for General Electric. After several moves within GE, she ended up in Connecticut, now a

mother with two children.

She stayed home while the children were small but ultimately decided to return to her professional career, but with a difference. “I reinvented myself,” she says. The reinvention meant she went back to school, this time to qualify as a high school teacher through the state’s Alternate Route to Certification She taught biology, advanced biology, and AP biology at Nathan Hale-Ray High School in East Haddam, and then, biology, chemistry, and environmental field biology at Old Saybrook High School. The field biology included projects like water testing outside the classroom.

“I was shifting to water stuff,” Kim explains. She worked part-time as an instructor on the boat that hosts Project Oceanology in New London, and also volunteered with beluga whales at the Mystic Aquarium. The job included preparing the

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Horoscopes

For the week of November 13 - November 19 ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

Aries, you understand that when you’re working hard toward a goal, the process isn’t always straightforward. You may tolerate a fair amount of challenges along the path this week.

Libra, even though you generally do not like dealing with uncertainty, this week you’re stuck operating without a lot of advanced information.

Trust your instincts.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

Taurus, it may seem like others around you do not get your sense of humor. While you’re confident at telling stories, it takes others a bit of time to appreciate your funny side.

Sometimes you are hesitant to share your opinions until you feel certain that they are correct, Scorpio.

But this week you may miss out if you’re being too cautious.

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SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

Gemini, you may be tempted to look past a recent challenge. But reflecting on that adversity and your ability to overcome it will soon pay dividends.

You’re impressed when others carry themselves with confidence, Sagittarius. Learn from their behavior and emulate what you see. You will like the results.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22 Keeping an open mind is one of your strong suits, Cancer. Your willingness to see all sides has benefitted your in numerous ways, and that outlook will continue to bear fruit.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23 Dramatic occasions and grand gestures draw your attention this week, Leo. But don’t forget to focus on some of the little things that make up most of your days.

VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you notice everything that goes on around you, and you’re aware of your own moods, too.

That self-awareness serves you well in your relationships.

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20 Real life requires compromise, Capricorn. Lately it’s been your way or the highway, and those around you are taking notice. Don’t risk alienating them for good.

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, try not to linger on others’ innocent mistakes. People make little missteps all the time. Be gracious in letting those close to you get another shot at your good graces.

PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, when you’ve already made up your mind about something, it can be hard to dissuade you.

Do not overlook other people’s concerns. There is value in seeing things through others’ eyes.

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THE SOURCE • NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • SPORTS

The Source Valley Courier Thursday, November 13, 2025

H-K Football Earns Blowout Win

By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

The H-K football team hosted Windsor Locks Suffield East Granby on Nov. 7 and won 55-12. H-K scored the first five times it possessed the ball to jump out to a 41-0 lead by early in the second quarter. Tyler Napierkowski accounted for three of the Cougars’ touchdowns, two on pass receptions and one on the ground. Quarterback Jamien Evans threw four touchdown passes for H-K. In total, the Cougars scored six touchdowns on 15 total plays for the varsity offense.

Evans was 6-for-6 passing for 193 yards and four touchdowns. Josh Frith had two touchdowns and 72 yards of total offense (rushing and receiving). Napierkowski accounted for 128 yards of total offense with three touchdowns. Declan Moriarty scored on a 102-yard “pick six” (interception return), and Tim Hickman had a pick six of his own of 29 yards.

“Our seniors are down to their final games at this point, so we challenged the entire team to play each of the remaining games with purpose and intensity,” said H-K Head Coach Tyler Wilcox. “That’s exactly what the kids did tonight.”

Photo courtesy of Barth Keck

The H-K football team kneels in a huddle, as the Cougars defeated Windsor Locks Suffield East Granby 55-12 on Nov. 7.

Hand Fencing Duo Reunites at College Tournament

By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

Lily Paine (Class of 2024) and Cora Davia (Class of 2025) are both graduates of Daniel Hand High School, and both shined for the fencing team during their time as

Tigers. Recently, Paine and Cora, who both went on to fence at the collegiate level, had the chance to meet up at a fencing tournament at Vassar College. Paine currently fences saber collegiately for Vassar, and Davia fences foil collegiately for Lafayette College.

Lily Paine and Cora Davia, both graduates of Daniel Hand High School and former Tigers fencers, met up at a recent fencing tournament at Vassar College.

Photo courtesy of Christina Davia

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SPORTS • THE SOURCE • NOVEMBER 13, 2025

Several Hand Athletes Named All-Conference This Fall

By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

Several Hand athletes were named to the All-Southern Connecticut Conference (SCC) Team for their efforts on the field this fall. JJ Funk and Max Millard were named to the Second Team for boys’ cross country. Annecy Vlieks qualified for the All-Conference First Team for girls’ cross country, and Maribel Smith qualified for the Second Team. For boys’ soccer, Harrison Hodge and Finlay McConville were named to the First Team, and and Wes Long was named to the Second Team.

For Hand girls’ soccer, Alice Agovino

and Elizabeth Walsh made the All-SCC First Team, while Eliza Jobson and Keely Parri made the Second Team. Several field hockey athletes made the All-Conference Team, including Maggie Lavin (First Team), Claire Rickleman (First Team), Brynn Poole (Second Team), and Katelyn Woytowich (Second Team). For girls’ swimming and diving, the top 3 individual finishers in each event at the SCC Championship, as well as two team relay teams, earn All-Conference status. Ella Speerli qualified for All-Conference for the 1-meter dive (416.20), and Anna Jacob qualified in the 100-yard backstroke (1:02.94).

Photo courtesy of H-K Field Hockey

All-Shoreline Conference athletes from the H-K field hockey team were Sydney Wrinn, Chloe Engler, Peyton McDonald, Della Krete-Cacase, and Lily Austin.

H-K Produces Several All-Conference Fall Athletes

By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

A variety of fall athletes were named to the All-Shoreline Conference Team for their efforts on the field. As the Shoreline Conference champions, H-K cross country had many athletes qualify for All-Conference status. On the girls’ side, Charlotte Behnke, Julia Downing, Grace Mitchell, and Delaney Aronson were all named to the First Team. Emilia Schweitzer and Amelia Riggs were named to the Second Team. For the boys, Evan Berardino, Alex Fredericksen, Cash Smigel, Anthony Fredericksen, and Wyatt Voegtli all qualified for the First Team. Daniel McCourt and Trey Downing earned spots on the Second Team.

For volleyball, Maize Irons was an Honorable Mention. Representing H-K field hockey, Sydney Wrinn, Peyton McDonald, and Chloe Engler were all named to the Photo by Wesley Bunnell/The Source First Team. Della Krete-Cacase was a Maggie Lavin (35) earned First Team All-SCC honors for her efforts with Hand field hockey Second Team member, and Lily Austin this fall. was an Honorable Mention. For the H-K boys’ soccer team, Phin Merriam, Tetsu Imai, and Tristen Edwards were all First Team members. Gavin Eddinger and Eli Day A.M. P.M. Hamann-Shay were named to the Second 13 5:18 5:43 Team, and Chase Bruno was an Honor14 6:19 6:44 able Mention. Payton Kaplowitz earned a 15 7:13 7:38 spot on the All-Shoreline Conference Sec16 8:00 8:26 ond Team for girls’ soccer, and Jordan Belanger was an Honorable Mention.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • THE SOURCE • SPORTS

Rickelman Commits to Hamilton as Hand Field Hockey Defensive Anchor

By Jennifer McCulloch Special to The Source

Sports Person Week

Growing up, Claire Rickelman always had a stick in her hands.

She started playing lacrosse in kindergarten, and while she enjoyed the sport, in eighth grade, she joined the field hockey team at Polson Middle School and comfortable with the team, and found her true passion. Claire it’s been great ever since,” says immediately took to the new Claire. “That season, we all just sport, finding success with the connected on the field. I didn’t Hand field hockey team and a know how lucky I was at the commitment to play Division III time, but looking back, it was field hockey at Hamilton College such a special team to be a part in New York. of.”

“When I was younger, I really It was that season that was set on playing lacrosse in col- cemented Claire’s love of the lege, but once I found field sport. She joined HTC Field hockey, I found that I really love Hockey to train in the offseason, the sport,” says Claire. “I got seri- and she now plays year-round. ous about field hockey and knew I While she did continue lacrosse wanted to play in college.” through last year, she has chosen Claire started the recruiting to focus her attention on field process after her sophomore sea- hockey with HTC this spring in son with Hand — a season that preparation for joining her team saw her earn a starting spot with at Hamilton College. the varsity team. Claire has “Playing with HTC has defistarted all but one game for the nitely helped my IQ, and now I Tigers since then and is now understand the game more leading the team as a senior cap- because I’ve played so much field tain as Hand heads into the Class hockey,” says Claire. “It’s good to M State Tournament. play with people you don’t nor“Claire is an elite defensive mally play with because it forces player — she is the anchor of the you to get used to playing with defense and a•dominant force•on people you aren’t familiar with. the field,” says Hand field hockey Playing so much has really Head Coach Sue Leckey. “In the improved my stick skills and my 2023 state championship game, positioning.” she made a defensive•play in Claire’s offseason efforts have overtime to initiate the Tigers’ paid off, as Hand has continued to final offensive attack which fin- have successful seasons. Claire ished with the game-winning has also earned individual recoggoal and the program’s third state nition, as she was named First championship.”

Team All-Southern Connecticut That season stands out as a Conference (SCC) and First highlight for Claire for a number Team All-State as a junior, both of reasons. While she admits she of which she notes as “a big was nervous to join the starting honor.” She recently repeated her lineup after only a few years of All-SCC honors and is hoping to field hockey experience, it also do the same for All-State. helped her grow as a player.

“Claire is one of the most “It was definitely scary in the skilled and dynamic players in beginning because our team was the state and the best defensive so good and we had so many player in the SCC,” says Leckey. amazing seniors, so it was such a “She has been holding down the high level of play and hard to get defensive fort and initiating our used to playing more quickly at varsity offense from the back higher intensity, but over the since she was a sophomore. course of that season, I got more Claire has led the defensive unit

of the

to be a dominant force throughout our season, accentuating the dual powerhouse we have in goal and empowering our other defensive players to play super competitive hockey. The defensive unit has allowed only 10 goals all season. Claire is also a leader, sets a terrific example of academic focus and achievement and also of positive community involvement.”

The All-SCC teams were announced at halftime of the SCC Championship game, and the Tigers came out in full force to support their senior captain for which Claire was “very grateful.”

Claire leads the team as a senior captain alongside Maggie Lavin and Millie Gobleck.

“The team is all so supportive of each other, we’re one big family, and we’re there for each other on and off the field,” says Claire.

“I was really excited to be named captain because I love the team so much. I was so honored that they saw me as someone who could lead the team. I’m glad my teammates had faith in me to lead them in the right direction. We have a good balance between having fun and working really hard.”

Now the Tigers are focused on the state tournament, as Claire plays her final games in a Tigers’ uniform. While she notes that these final games are “bittersweet” as they will be the final ones with her Madison teammates, she knows she’ll begin a new chapter of field hockey next fall.

Claire had narrowed her college choices down to three schools, but Hamilton was her top choice. She visited the campus and had the opportunity to meet the coach and the team. She also went to watch the team play when it played locally.

“The school is beautiful, the coaches are amazing, and I was astonished by how good the team was when I saw them play,” says Claire. “I’m so grateful I get to play with these amazing people next year.”

Photo courtesy of Claire Rickelman

Claire Rickelman has been the defensive anchor for the Hand field hockey team, and she is committed to playing at Hamilton College next year.

Hamilton College also offers an open curriculum, and Claire plans to explore her different interests in economics, math, and Spanish. At Hand, she challenges herself with AP classes. She is also a member of the Spanish Club. Through a program called Engine, she tutors a Ukrainian teenager via Zoom.

Claire has worked hard to get to where she is, but she is also grateful for the support she has received over the years. She is not only grateful to her coaches, but also to her family, including her parents, Sarah and Bill, her

brother Jack, who is a freshman in college, and her brother Nate, who is in seventh grade.

“Playing with HTC has helped me a lot, and playing for Coach Leckey has been amazing because she has so much knowledge of the game, which has been very helpful, especially as a sophomore when I didn’t really know what I was doing,” says Claire. “My family has been great, especially during the recruiting process. It was a rollercoaster with so many ups and downs, but they were always there for me and willing to help.”

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Madison Hoop Dreams to Hold Black Friday Basketball Camp

By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

The day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday, is one of the most popular basketball day camps offered by Madison Hoop Dreams (MHD). Players can burn off the extra calories consumed on Thanksgiving, and parents get to take advantage of the Black Friday shopping bargains for Christmas or just relax. With recreation and travel teams underway, players get a full day of instruction and competition to sharpen their skills. MHD draws from 15 towns which increases the level of competition and fun. If teammates register, MHD will try to keep them together. However, sometimes trades are necessary to keep the games competitive. Players in grades 3 through 8 enjoy playing games for most of the day. One highlight will be the guest speaker, and the cost is $60 for the

six-hour camp.

The coaches from their summer camps are home for Thanksgiving, so the athletes will have an excellent staff led by coaches Bobby Moore and Tyler Boris.

MHD will have a concession stand with drinks, snacks, and pizza from Grand Apizza ($2.50/slice) for lunch. However, players are also welcome to bring those items from home.

Parents are encouraged to share this information with friends and to invite teammates to join their kids. It should be a great day of basketball and a chance for players to develop their confidence and enhance their love of the sport. At the Polson Middle School gym in Madison, the capacity is 120 players. Please call or text Coach Bill Barker at 203-494-6905 with any questions, or email him at wab6933@gmail.com.

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Lucca Boyce ran for 200 yards in Hand football's 20-17 win over Fairfield Prep.

Hand Football Wins Tight Road Game

By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

The Hand football team traveled to Fairfield Prep on Nov. 7 and won 20-17 to improve to 7-1 on the season. This was the 11th time that the Tigers have defeated the Jesuits, and the Tigers, a Class SS squad, showed their dominance by earning a victory over the No. 1 team in Class LL and the No. 4 ranked team in Connecticut.

Lucca Boyce ran for 200 yards. Bobby Reh threw a touchdown pass to Stone Leckey, and Wilson Walker had 14 tackles. Brayden Dempsey added three sacks.

“This is David vs Goliath,” said Head Coach Erik Becker. “We have 350 boys in Hand. Prep has 800. We rise up to the challenge of our rivals.”

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All Things Killingworth Holds Picnic, Raises $9K Press Release from All Things Killingworth

The All Things Killingworth town picnic once again brought the community together for a day of hometown fun, food, and generosity—raising an impressive $9,000 to support two local causes. Proceeds were split evenly between Deer Lake Outdoor Center and the Kelly Allard Leach Foundation for Children with Spinal Injuries, with each organization receiving $4,500.

The donation to Deer Lake Outdoor Center will fund 11 weeks of summer camp scholarships, giving local children the chance to experience the adventure and connection that come from spending time outdoors. The Kelly Allard Leach Foundation will use its funds to continue supporting families navigating the challenges of childhood spinal injuries, carrying on its mission of compassion and resilience.

“For us, hosting the picnic is about gratitude and giving back to a community that has been so supportive,” said Jenn Carroll, director of Deer Lake Outdoor Center. “By creating a space where local nonprofits and businesses can share their visions with a wider audience, we continue to fuel a culture of collaboration and remember we rise by lifting up others.”

The 2025 picnic drew record crowds, with over 100 volunteers helping the day flow seamlessly.

Guests enjoyed a full lineup of entertainment, including a Cowboy Valley tribute, the lively Sanderson Sisters Show from the movie Hocus Pocus, the Bubble Truck, and performances by School of Rock, Madison; PitchDrop; and the John Spignesi Band. Friendly competition filled the afternoon with a lip sync contest and cornhole tournament, while one of the most memorable moments came when A Place Called Hope released two rehabilitated red-tailed hawks back into the wild.

“What makes the picnic so special is that it’s about more than

Photo courtesy of Killingworth Women's Organization

Photo courtesy of Killingworth Women's Organization

Amanda Brackett, president of Killingworth Women’s Organization (KWO), presents a check to Jenn Carroll, director of Deer Lake Outdoor Center.

KWO President Amanda Brackett presents a check to Jonathan Leach and Sandy Allard for the Kelly Allard Leach Foundation for Children with Spinal Injuries.

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Volunteers Lyla Ford and Brighton Ford with the Sanderson Sisters from the movie Hocus Pocus.

one day—it’s about what we can do together as a community to highlight and celebrate our volunteers and nonprofits in town,” said Janet Colandrea, one of the event organizers. “These proceeds will help kids discover the magic of camp and bring comfort to families who need it most. That’s what community looks like.”

Local flavors were in full force with food from Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck, The Greenery, James Madison House, Sweet Emilia Ice Cream, and Cafe Laurel, and dozens of local artisans and nonprofits rounded out the day with shopping and community engagement.

The event was made possible through the generous support of diamond and platinum sponsors, including Barrelhouse (diamond sponsor), School of Rock Madison, WJ Financial Advisors LLC, CleanStar Restoration, and Schumack Engineered Construction, and the event organizers, the Killingworth Women’s Organization, and Deer Lake Outdoor Center.

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THURSDAY, NOV. 13 Madison Chamber Team: Raise the Roof: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Shoreline Habitat for Humanity/Raise the Roof new homesite, 24 Old Schoolhouse Rd., Madison. Volunteers help a local family by building a home at the site.

No building experience necessary. An experienced construction team will train and work with volunteers. All tools are provided. Co-sponsored by the Madison Chamber of Commerce and Shoreline Habitat for Humanity.

For info or to volunteer, email Dawn Jackson at dawn@madisonct.com.

Great Decisions: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Topic: AI and American National Security. Third of four consecutive Thursday sessions through Nov. 20. Led by Tom Lee, a facilitator of Great Decisions discussion groups. Great Decisions is a program produced by the Foreign Policy Association.

Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $5 for all four sessions plus $35 for a 2025 briefing book. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Next Wave: Young Professionals on the Shoreline Meet: Noon to 1 p.m. Via Zoom. Next Wave, the young professionals group for the Greater Old Saybrook Chamber, is open to anyone in the chamber, ages 21 to 40ish.

For info, visit goschamber.com.

Red Cross Blood Drive: 12:45 to 6:15 p.m. Joseph Trapasso Community House, 46 Church St., Branford. For info or an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.

Red Cross Blood Drive: 1 to 6 p.m. First Congregational Church, 26 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison. For info or an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.

Classics Book Group: 5 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Book: Blindness by Jose Saramago. Moderated by Essex Library Executive Director Ann Thompson. For info or to register (required to receive the Zoom link), email athompson@essexlib.org or visit youressexlibrary.org/adultservices/book-groups.

50 and Forward: A Celebration of Impact and Possibility: 5:30 p.m. Guilford Yacht Club, 379 Whitfield St. Hosted by The Guilford Foundation in celebration of its 50th anniversary. Features food, performance, and storytelling. Tickets: $150. For info, call 203-640-4049 or visit guilfordfoundation.org.

Slow Tech Parenting: 7 p.m. Via Zoom. Parents and guardians will learn how to build strong foundations before a child gets a cellphone. Covers digital guardrails to install early, popular apps children use, safer options for first devices, and more. Part of the Family Tech Roadmap series. Hosted by the Center for Online Safety.

For info or to register (required), visit centerforonlinesafety.com/haddam.

Kindness Rocks: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. For children in K through grade 5. In celebration of World Kindness Day. Free. For info or The Geologic History of Stony Creek Granite and the to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranConnecticut Shoreline: 7 p.m. Willoughby Wallace ford.librarycalendar.com.

Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Presented by Jay Ague, the Henry Barnard Davis Memorial Author Event: Dorie Greenspan: 6 p.m. The Country professor of earth and planetary sciences at Yale UniverSchool, 341 Opening Hill Rd., Madison. Book: Dorie’s Any- sity and curator-in-charge of minerology and meteoritics time Cakes. Sponsored by R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Bosat Yale Peabody Museum. Free. Part of a series of events ton Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register (required), marking 25th anniversary of the publication of the book, call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Flesh and Stone: Stony Creek and the Age of Granite. For info, call the library at 203-488-8702 or visit Literature Seminar Series: The River by Flannery wwml.org/events.

O’Connor: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Third in a three-part seminar series covering a deep dive into three The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love of Flannery O’Connor’s short stories. Presented by Tom Across Time with Novelist Amanda Peters: 7 p.m.

Kelly, former English teacher at various local secondary Online event. Book: The Berry Pickers: A Novel. Hosted by schools. To obtain a copy of the short story, email Adult the Chester Public Library through a partnership with the Services Librarian Elizabeth Reinhart at ereinLibrary Speakers Consortium. For info or to register hart@essexlib.org. For info or to register (required), call (required), visit libraryc.org/chesterctlibrary. the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love Across Time with Novelist Amanda Peters: 7 p.m.

Pajama Story Time: 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. Online event. Book: The Berry Pickers: A Novel. Hosted by 81. For families with children of all ages. For info or to the Essex Library through a partnership with the Library sign up for a spot, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworth- Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), library.org. call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit libraryc.org/essexlib.

Home Alone: 6 to 7 p.m. Clinton Town Hall Annex, 48 E. Main St. For students in grades 4 and 5 and their parents The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love or guardians. Co-presented by the Clinton Human SerAcross Time with Novelist Amanda Peters: 7 p.m. vices, the Clinton Police Department, and the Clinton Online event. Book: The Berry Pickers: A Novel. Hosted by Volunteer Fire Department. For info or to register, email the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with Shelby Mehmet at smehmet@clintonct.org. the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.

An Evening with Poets Sharon Austin Bloom and John Muro: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park Concert by Moondance: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine HepSt. An open mic precedes the poetry reading. Part of the burn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For Guilford Poets Guild Poetry series. Free and open to all. info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

For info or to register, call the 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Cookbook Club: Japanese Food: 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. Second Thursday. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features a potluck event with recipes prepared in personal kitchens. Bring your own serving utensils. Participants may eat at their discretion. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

FRIDAY, NOV. 14

Social Services Help Day and Food Truck: 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Grace Episcopal Church, 336 Main St., Old Saybrook.

Bring bags. For info, call the Old Saybrook Social Services at 860-395-3188.

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Come for a Hike and Go for a Drive (A Food Drive) Press Release from the Branford Land Trust

Join the Branford Land Trust on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 1 p.m. for its annual November hike through the Van Wie Woods. Explore and enjoy the extensive trails of the 100-acre preserve—fields, woodlands, streams, and granite outcrops—donated by two generations of the Van Wie family. Hikers will gather afterwards at a local brewery for food, drinks, and conversation (venue to be announced).

This year, the walk includes a holiday food drive to benefit the Branford Food Pantry.

Bring a nonperishable and unexpired food donation to support of the pantry’s mission to provide groceries for families in need. For suggestions on needed food items, visit branfordfoodpantry.org/how-tohelp/shopping-list.

Hikers meet by the trailhead near 100 Red Hill Road, off Leetes Island Road. From Exit 56 on I-95, head south on Leetes Island Road for 0.1 mile, and turn left (east) onto Red Hill Road. Park on the right side of the road or at the pull-off by the pond.

The hike features two trail choices: a longer walk of approximately three miles

(moderate difficulty with some steep stretches, best suited to people feeling sure of foot) and a shorter walk of one to two miles.

The event is free and open to the public; food and beverages are not included. The hike will last two to three hours. Families are welcome, but no dogs, please. Wear appropriate clothes and comfortable, supportive walking shoes. Expect terrain with rocky stretches, and some declines and inclines. Muddy spots are possible if there has been rain. Bring water. Walking sticks are advised if balance on slopes may be uncertain.

Severe weather cancels the event. For weather-related updates, visit www.face book.com/branfordlandtrustCT. The Branford Land Trust is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, accredited by the Land Trust Alliance, established in 1967 to protect Branford’s open space and natural resources. Run by volunteers and supported by member families and businesses, the Land Trust maintains more than 30 miles of hiking trails, and manages and protects over 1,000 acres in more than 130 parcels and holds conservation easements on another 400 acres in Branford. For more information, visit www.branfordlandtrust.org.

Continued from page 25 Writers Writing: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features an adult program that explores different genres of writing, starting with free writes, followed by revision assignments. Sharing work with others is open, though sharing is not mandatory. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Tween Time: Ultimate Pickle Taste Test: 3:30 p.m.

Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For children ages 8 to 12. Participants sample a variety of pickles and pickle-flavored foods and rate them to crown the pickle champion. In celebration of National Pickle Day. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance (BACA) Holiday Trees Show and Auction Party: 5 to 7:30 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. The event kicks off bidding on any of 36 artfully decorated trees and wreaths.

Winners will be notified on Sunday, Dec. 11. Proceeds benefit BACA’s community arts initiatives. For info, visit branfordarts.org/events.

Exploring Early Connecticut Mills: 6 to 7 pm. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features a talk and slideshow presentation of Connecticut's early mills by Kelvin Cole.

Co-sponsored by the Killingworth Historic Review Committee. For info or to register (required), call 860-6632000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

11th Annual Gala of Stars: Dancing for the Cause: 6:30 to 11 p.m. WoodWinds, 29 Schoolground Rd., Branford. The “stars” are community leaders who have accepted the invitation to dance and compete for online votes/funds to help provide families with safe, affordable homes. Sponsored by Raise the Roof. Proceeds benefit the next Raise the Roof house for Habitat for Humanity.

For info or to vote, visit raisetheroofct.org.

Photos courtesy of Branford Land Trust

FRIDAY, NOV. 14 THROUGH SUNDAY, NOV. 16

Little Women: Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Old Saybrook High School (OSHS) auditorium, 1111 Boston Post Rd. Presented by the OSHS dRAMa Department. Tickets: $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors. Service frees apply. To purchase tickets, visit https://cur8.com and specify "Old Saybrook High Bird Migration and Connecticut’s Role in the Amazing School." For info, contact 860-395-3175 or nwillis@oldNatural Phenomenon: 7 p.m. North Madison Congrega- saybrookschools.org. tional Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Presented by birder and photographer Chris Wood. Part of the Madison Land Conservation Trust annual meeting. Open to the public.

SATURDAY, NOV. 15 For info, visit madisonlandtrust.org/events.

Saturday Fall Migration Bird Walk: 8 to 10:30 a.m.

Open Mic with Terri Lachance: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale’s Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison. Meet at 7:50 a.m. at The Audubon Shop parking lot, 907 Boston Acoustic Café, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Admission: $5 Post Rd., Madison. Carpool to the park at 8 a.m. Cost: $6 donation at the door. For info, visit musicnowfoundaper person in cash, due upon arrival. Preregistration is tion.org. not required. Beginners welcome. Binoculars are necesOpening Night for White Christmas: 8 p.m. Goodspeed sary and can be rented for $4. For info or to rent a pair of binoculars, call The Audubon Shop at 203-245-9056 or Musicals, 6 Main St., East Haddam. The show runs through Sunday, Dec. 28. Other showtimes available. For visit theaudubonshop.com/events. info or tickets, call 860-873-8668 or visit goodspeed.org.

Sustainable Essex Annual Holiday Toy Swap: 9 a.m. to Concert by Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experi- noon. Essex Elementary School, 108 Main St., Centerence: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, brook. Residents of all towns can drop off gently used or like-new toys, books, and games and then choose what 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860to take home. Residents are not required to bring some510-0453 or visit thekate.org. thing to take something. For children of all ages. For info, email sustsxct@gmail.com or visit sustainableessex.com.

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The Season Brings Christmas Classics and Other Attractions Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York Professional Theater

By Karen Isaacs Columnist

An Ibsen Classic: James Bundy, artistic director of Yale Rep (and dean of the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale) is directing his last production at Yale; he will leave in June. He has chosen the Ibsen classic, Hedda Gabler, a play about a woman trapped by societal expectations and outdated ideas. It runs from Friday, Nov. 28, through Saturday, Dec. 20.

Bundy describes it, and I agree, as “a play of extraordinary nuance and psychological sophistication.” Tickets are available at YaleRep.org.

Holiday Theater Begins: Ivoryton Playhouse is kicking off the holiday season early with Playhouse Holiday Jamboree.

The show opens Thursday, Nov. 20, and will run through Sunday, Dec. 21.

(Goodspeed just began performances of its holiday show.) The original show is inspired by both classic radio shows and

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old-time musical revues. It will feature songs, stories, folk tales, and even recipes.

Songs will include many holiday favorites—both popular songs and carols.

For tickets, visit IvorytonPlayhouse.org Added Performances: Goodspeed has added performances for White Christmas, which just began performances. Both matinee and evening performances have been added through Wednesday, Dec. 31.

The tickets are bound to be snapped up.

Contact Goodspeed.org.

Shakespeare with Music: Tony winner Shaina Taub (for the score of Suffs) has adapted, with Laurie Woolery, the Shakespearean comedy, As You Like It, and added a folk-pop score. A typical Shakespeare comedy, it tells the story of, as the press material states, faithful friends, feuding families, and lovers in disguise. It runs through Saturday, Nov. 22,

Continued from page 26 13th Annual Christmas Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 56 Great Hammock Rd., Old Saybrook. Features crafts, white elephant items, a silent auction, food, and more. Proceeds benefit the church’s children ministries. For info, call 860-388-2398 or visit stpaul-elca.org.

Annual Christmas Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lutheran Church of Madison, 9 Britton Ln. Features handmade gifts and decorations, items from the Christmas-past department, German butter stollen and other specialty items, and hot dogs and homemade soups for lunch. A silent auction will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sponsored by The Lutheran Church Women’s Missionary Guild. For info, call the church at 203-245-4145.

at the Connecticut Repertory Theater on the UConn campus in Storrs. Tickets are available at ConnecticutRep.UConn.edu.

Russian Play at Yale: Utopia by modern Russian playwright Mikhail Durnekov is at the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale. It runs Saturday, Nov. 15, through Friday, Nov. 21, at the Iseman Theater, 1156 Chapel Street, New Haven.

The play is set in the early days of postSoviet Russia, where a barman tries to reopen his beloved bar, Utopia. For tickets, call 203-432-1234 or visit drama.yale.edu/ productions.

No Broadway Strike: If you have tickets for a Broadway show, relax—the threat of strikes by Actor’s Equity and the Musicians Union is no longer. Actor’s Equity agreed to a new contract with the Broadway League, which has been ratified. The Musicians’ Union reached an agreement; union members are voting on the contract.

Ragtime at Lincoln Center: Goodspeed’s production of this musical—one of my favorites—was terrific, but the new production at Lincoln Center in NYC is superb. Joshua Henry’s performance as Coalhouse Walker is great. But the same can be said for Cassie Levy as Mother and

Brandon Uranowitz as Tateh. In supporting roles, Nick Barrington (Houdini), Ben Levi Ross (Younger Brother), and Shana Taub (Emma Goldman) are outstanding.

Add in a full orchestra (25+ pieces) and effective production values, direction, and choreography, and you have a production worth seeing.

NYC Notes: Daniel Radcliffe will return to Broadway this spring in the solo piece, Every Brilliant Thing. The NY Theatre Workshop’s production of Tartuffe, Moliere’s biting satire about religious hypocrisy which stars Matthew Broderick has extended its run through Saturday, Jan. 24. A star-studded cast, including Ramin Karimloo, Erika Henningsen, Emily Skinner, Elizabeth Stanley, and Marc Kudisch, will perform a one-nightonly semi-staged production of the musical Jane Eyre on Feb. 15. Check with LinconCenter.org for more information.

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.

contact the library at 860-767-1252 or staff@ivorytonlibrary.org.

trading cards, and more. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.

Second Annual Youth Holiday Market: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library grounds, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features youth vendors/sellers selling their crafts or excess toys, games, trading cards, and more. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.

Chess Workshop Series: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Third 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.

Hike on Westwoods Loop 8: Dinosaur Rock: 10 a.m.

Westwoods, Guilford. Meet at the Dunk Rock Road parking lot. Features a 2.5-mile introduction to the Loop Trail project, which is a collection of two- to three-mile Westwoods hikes that cover all 30 miles of trails in 15 Loops.

Hosted by the Guilford Land Conservation Trust (GLCT).

Led by Westwoods Trails Committee Chair Paul Proulx.

Bring a GPS-equipped smartphone to download the Annual Holiday Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. John’s Episcopal Loop 8 map and follow the path. For info, call 203-687Church, 3 Trumbull Pl., North Haven. Features hand7756. crafted items, homemade baked goods, white elephant items, a jewelry room, raffles, and more. Children can Get Grounded for the Holidays: EFT Tapping and make a free Christmas ornament with Mrs. Claus. Lunch Boundaries Workshop: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Edward Smith of soup and sandwich is available from 11:30 a.m. to Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. EFT Tapping uses 2 p.m. For info, call the church at 203-239-0156. meridian points and fingertip tapping to restore balance.

Presented by energy practitioner Jess Leone. For info or ’Tis the Season Artisan Market: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. St. Mar- to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbrangaret Church Hall, 24 Academy St., Madison. Features ford.librarycalendar.com. handcrafted items in a variety of media. For info, email stmargaretmadison@gmail.com.

Youth Entrepreneur Holiday Market: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library grounds, 801 Boston Post Friends of Ivoryton Library Association Book Sale: Rd., Madison. Features youth vendors/sellers from grade 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St. For info, 2 through 12 selling their crafts or excess toys, games,

Represent! Family Art and Book Program: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme.

For children ages 5 to 10, though younger and older children are welcome. Book: Chooch Helped by Andrea L. Rogers, illustrated by Rebecca Lee Kunz. Participants read a story, learn about the artist's style, and make an art project inspired by the book. For info or to register (required), call 860-434-7802 or visit lymeartassociation.org.

Open House: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. Features exhibits about the USS Monitor, the first ironclad ship commissioned by the U.S. Navy; paintings by Madison-born artists Gilbert Munger and Clarissa Munger Badger; and the exhibit, For Medicinal Purposes Only. Free admission but donations are welcome. For info, visit madisonhistory.org.

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Ivoryton Playhouse Celebrates the Holidays Press Release from Ivoryton Playhouse

Halloween has barely left the building but the holidays are right around the corner! Ivoryton Playhouse will be celebrating with a down-home, locally grown production, Playhouse Holiday Jamboree. Inspired by classic radio shows and old time musical revues, Jamboree is a cozy evening of songs, stories, laughter, and joy.

This holiday extravaganza is filled with festive tunes and heartwarming tales delivered by multitalented actor musicians. From foot-stomping fiddle breaks to gorgeous vocal harmonies, these incredible performers bring fresh life to beloved old favorites like O Holy Night, Winter Wonderland, and Let it Snow as well as a few beautiful contemporary pieces. And between the songs, you’ll hear folk tales, traditions, recipes, family stories, and more—some funny, some tender, all steeped in the magic of the season.

Playhouse Holiday Jamboree was created by Ivoryton Playhouse Executive Producer Ben Hope and Development Associate Katie Barton. This talented husband-andwife team are also co-directing the production. Music is directed by Hope and the set design is by Glenn Bassett.

Costumes are by Elizabeth Saylor, lighting and projections are by Jessica Drayton, and sound design is by Jonathan White. Props are by Kat Schorn. Jim Clark is production stage manager.

“We wanted to create something heartwarming and joyful; something that feels timeless like the great hits of the Christmas catalog”, says Hope.

Barton agrees, adding, “Jamboree is really our wish list come to life: a dream cast of performers, our favorite holiday music, a few folk tales, and just the right mix of humor and heart. Now all it needs is a jolly audience to make it shimmer!”

The Playhouse is thrilled to welcome back some audience favorites: Sam Sherwood and Margaret Dudasik (Million Dollar Quartet Christmas and Escape to Margaritaville among others), Morgan Morse (Ring of Fire, Lost Highway, and others), as well as Elizabeth Nestlerode, Macy Robinson, and Larry Tobias.

Now closing its 95th season, Ivoryton Playhouse continues its legacy of bringing the best professional performers and productions to the heart of the Connecticut shoreline. Playhouse Holiday Jamboree celebrates that legacy with an abundance of joy and gratitude for the community, and the beautiful village which will be decorated for the holidays with thousands of colored lights. It will be spectacular!

The production runs from Thursday, Nov. 20, through Sunday, Dec. 21, with the following showtimes: Wednesdays 2 p.m., Thursdays 2 and 7:30 p.m., Fridays 7:30 p.m., Saturdays 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Sundays 2 p.m.

There will be no performances on Wednesday, Nov. 26; Thursday, Nov. 27; or Friday, Nov. 28. In addition, there will not be any performance on Saturday, Dec. 6, as Ivoryton celebrates the lighting of the Christmas Tree with Ivoryton Illuminations.

For more information or tickets, call the box office at 860-767-7318 or visit ivorytonplayhouse.org.

Photo courtesy of Ben Hope

Sam Sherwood, Margaret Dudasik, Larry Tobias, Elizabeth Nestlerode, Morgan Morse, and Macy Robinson

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Photo courtesy of Shoreline ArtsTrail

Anne Coffey, Seasons End, collage

Photo courtesy of Shoreline ArtsTrail

Eileen Eder, The Round Table, oil

Shoreline ArtsTrail Holds Open Studios, Marks 25 Years Press Release from Shoreline Arts Trail

The Shoreline ArtsTrail’s 25th annual Open Studios Weekend happens at more than 30 studio locations in Branford, Guilford, and Madison. Set to take place Saturday, Nov. 15, and Sunday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the ArtsTrail is supported by 38 shoreline artists and 12 local business sponsors.

This juried event gathers some of the finest award-winning artists on the shoreline whose work reflect mastery of methods and materials, originality of concept, and creativity with pieces handmade by the artist in his/her studio.

The Shoreline ArtsTrail is a collaborative effort that includes hundreds of volunteer hours from member artists and the support of numerous community sponsors.

During Open Studios Weekend, the colorful yellow “Open Studio” signs point guests to all of these artists and studios.

The two-day event allows art lovers to meet artists, explore their workspaces, and purchase unique, handmade art, making it ideal for holiday shopping or home decor. Trail maps are available at libraries, town halls, and sponsor locations in Branford, Guilford and Madison.

This year, the Shoreline ArtsTrail features Branford artists Terry Bogan (watercolor), Christine Chiocchio (painter

Janine Robertson, Infinite Blue, oil on aluminum

and photographer), Anne Coffey (collage), Jayne Crowley (glass), Martha Link Walsh (paper), Owen Luckey (fiber), Dennis Masback (painter), Linda McCarthy (painter), Molly McDonald (painter), Guilford artists Marjan Babaie Nasr (artist, painter and art teacher), Mike Bower (woodturner), Alice Chittenden (potter),

Photo courtesy of Shoreline ArtsTrail

Christine Drago (painter), Eileen Eder (painter), Laurie Flaherty (painter), David Frank (potter), Deborah Greco (painter), Jackie McGuire (jewelry & belt buckle designer), Christine Penry (hand papermaker), Steven Plaziak (painter), Eva Polizzi (fiber and ceramic artist), Susan Roberts (jewelry designer), Patricia Shoe-

maker (painter), Barbara Shulman (painter and jewelry designer), Sandee Spahr (sculptor and painter), Catherine Steinberg (painter), Jan Vanderburg (printmaker), and Madison artists Candace Bialczak (painter), Robert Dietz (painter), Hilary Griffin (painter), Anita Griffith (ceramic artist), Melissa Imossi (painter), Don Keene (painter), Lady MacCrady (painter), Robert Parrott (potter), Janine Robertson (painter), Nikki Travaglino (painter), and Alex Wetmore (mixed media/collage artist).

“Shoreline ArtsTrail’s Open Studios Weekend is a rare chance to step into the creative world of local artists—and a perfect opportunity to discover meaningful, one-of-a-kind art that speaks from the heart,” says member artist Eileen Eder.

The 2025 sponsors include Guilford Art Center, Lela & Matt’s Car Care Clinic, The Grey Goat Farmtique, Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance, Realtor Irene Keene, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, Joint Effort Exercise, Levlup Family Fitness, Fairworld Mortgage, Ferguson & McGuire Insurance, Tommy Sullivan’s Café, and Page Hardware & Appliance Co. For more information on the weekend, locations for a paper map, a printable map, and artist profiles, visit www.shoreline artstrail.org, instagram@shorelinearts trail, or the group’s Facebook page.

30 Continued from page 27 Frames in Film: Caravaggio: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook.

Shown on The Kate’s big screen, in collaboration with the Florence Griswold Museum. Running time: 100 minutes.

For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

STEAM Saturday: Pumpkin Explosion: 1 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Free and open to children in ages 5 to 12. Participants will explore potential energy as they investigate the question, “How many rubber bands does it take to explode a pumpkin”? Seating and materials are limited. For info or to register (required), contact the library at 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Fireside Chat with a Local Author: A.W. Di Marzio: 1 to 2 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Features readings and discussions with local authors in front of the fireplace in the Reading Room.

Books: The Corfinio Token: Journey of the Three, The 5 Tenets: Journey of the Four, and The Scarab Amulet: Journey of the Four. For info, call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • THE SOURCE • LIVING able for purchase. For info or tickets, visit musicnowfoundation.org/events.

Open Dance Party: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Time to Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, 45 NE Industrial Rd., Branford.

Admission: $20, includes dinner, dancing, and a group dance lesson from 7 to 7:30 p.m. led by Karen Pfrommer.

For info, contact 203-710-2805 or info@timetodanceballroom.com.

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

SATURDAY, NOV. 15 AND SUNDAY, NOV. 16

Thin Space, Sacred Ground: Through the Lens of Celtic Spirituality: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center, 167 Neck Rd., Madison.

Cost: $25, includes tea service. For info, call 203-245-0401 or visit mercybythesea.org.

Concert by Dust Devil Heart: 2 to 3 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Part of the library's Sunday Concert series. For info, call the library at 203-488-8702 or visit wwml.org/events.

Piano Concert by Reed Tetzloff: 2 to 3:30 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library Auditorium, 758 Main St., Branford. Presented by the Musical Arts Society of Branford. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org.

Yale Concert Band Sunday Matinee Concert: 3 to 5 p.m. Woolsey Hall, 500 College St., New Haven. Features a performance with Thomas C. Duffy, music direc2025 Elephants in Winter Holiday Sale: Saturday, tor; guest artist Ole Akahoshi, Yale School of Music pro9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, 4 Lyme St. Features Christmas fessor of cello; and guest conductor James Spinazzola, decorations, stockings, artificial greens and wreaths, holi- Cornell University director of winds. Free admission. For info, call 203-432-4111 or visit bands.yalecolday china and glassware, linens, sweaters, toys, books, CDs, DVDs, lights, candles, and ornaments. Includes Hai- lege.yale.edu.

Green and Pink Witches Story Time: 1 to 2 p.m. Edward tian art, olive oil and soaps, Lakota handicrafts, and oneSmith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. For children in K of-a kind handmade items from “The Ladies Who Stitch.” And They Also Make Music: 4 p.m. Chester Meetingthrough grade 5. Features singing, dancing, and storyFor info, call the church at 860-434-8686 or visit fccol.org. house, 4 Liberty St. Features five Chester residents whose telling about the Emerald City. For children of all ages. primary occupations are unrelated to music, but who Parents and/or guardians must be with their children. have enhanced their lives with the addition of music Shoreline Arts Trail 2025 Open Studios Weekend: Bring a camera. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 making. Stories about how they each incorporated play10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Various studio locations in Branford, or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. ing an instrument into their lives will inspire a younger Guilford, and Madison. Features artists who open their audience to keep on playing. Audience participation studios where visitors can view paintings, ceramics, Meet the Artist: Jennifer Longworth: 1 to 3 p.m. glassworks, jewelry, sculpture, photography, pottery, tex- encouraged. Free but donations are welcome. SponWindswept Ridge 176 Westbrook Rd., Essex. Longworth sored by Chester Historical Society. For info, call 860-558tiles, collage, and more. For info, visit shorelineartsis the artist behind The Mountains, the second iteration of trail.org.

4701 or visit chesterhistoricalsociety.org. a four-season meditation art and nature journey at Windswept Ridge. The forest art installations combine Concert by the Stony Creek Singers: 4 p.m. Stony Creek plant materials found around the site (no living plans Congregational Church, 192 Thimble Islands Rd. Part of SUNDAY, NOV. 16 were used) and follow the Four Pebbles Meditation the Music for a Sunday Afternoon Concert series. PreAnnual Penguin Plunge: 9 a.m. Westbrook Elks Lodge, taught by Buddhist monk and activist Thich Nhat Hanh. sented under the direction of composer/music director 142 142 Seaside Ave. Registration starts 9 a.m. The Hosted by the Essex Land Trust. Inclement weather may Frank Vasi. For info, call 203-481-6952 or visit stonyplunge takes place 11 a.m., followed by awards. Hosted cancel. Dogs are allowed but must be leashed. For info, creeksingers.org. by the Clinton Police Department and the Madison visit essexlandtrust.org/events.

Police Department. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics Concert by Matt Schofield: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Connecticut. For info, to register, or make a donation, My Virus, My Professor: What Do Viruses Tell Us Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Sayvisit the Westbrook plunge link at soct.org/event-calenAbout Biology: 3 to 4 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memobrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit dar/fundraisers/penguin-plunge. rial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Prethekate.org. sented by Daniel DiMaio, a Waldemar Von Zedtwitz professor of genetics and professor of molecular biophysics Griefshare: Surviving the Holidays: Noon to 2 p.m.

Christ Church café, 1185 Durham Rd., Madison. Offers and biochemistry and of therapeutic radiology at Yale MONDAY, NOV. 17 practical, actionable strategies as well as encourageUniversity. Sponsored by Tilde Café, an interactive platBook Discussion: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Commuform to demystify science and make it more accessible to ment, support, and valuable tools to help participants nity Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Book: The Light Eaters: navigate the challenges of the season.

Participants will the community. For info or to register (required), email How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New view a video featuring advice from Christian counselors admin@tildecafe.org or visit tildecafe.org.

Understanding of Life by Zoë Schlanger. Facilitated by and people in grief who have faced the holidays after Pamela Asmus, a former educator at the University of their loss.

Cost: $12 for the participant guide that can be Opening Reception for Double Visions: 5 to 7 p.m.

New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University, and purchase at the seminar.

To register, visit GriefShare.org.

Essex Art Association, 10 N. Main St. The exhibit features Wesleyan University, and writer Joanna Baymiller. SponFor info, call Sue Granniss at 860-913-1654. the works of Brian McClear and Peter Christ and runs sored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong through Sunday, Nov. 23. For info, visit mcclearLearning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual The Little Mermaid : 1 p.m.

The Katharine Hepburn Cultuart.com/2025/10/29/double-visions. ral Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Presented by membership of $35. Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call Sweet Saturday Nights: Songwriters Night with Frank the Panto Company. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org. or visit thekate.org.

Critelli, Stephen Clair, and Patrick Ward: 7 to 9 p.m.

Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme.

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Double Visions Showcases Double Artists Press Release from Brian McClear

Essex Art Association Galleries is hosting Double Visions through Sunday, Nov. 23, with an opening reception Saturday, Nov. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m. The show brings together painters Brian McClear and Peter Christ, two artists who share a fascination for reimagining the familiar.

Each offers a distinct lens on vintage Americana—McClear through evocative still-life pairings that find wit and symbolism in discarded objects, and Christ through luminous portrayals of the weathered signage and roadside icons that once defined midcentury America.

Seen side by side, their works invite a second look at nostalgia itself—revealing how humor, memory, and quiet beauty can transform the ordinary into something enduring.

Essex Art Association Galleries is located at 10 North Main Street with hours from 1 to 5 p.m., Wednesdays through Sundays.

Photo by Brian McClear

For Keeps by Brian McClear, 40 x 40 inches, oil on canvas

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About the Artists Brian McClear is a Connecticut-based representational oil painter known for his ongoing series, “Discards & Discovery” and “Ink & Oil.” A signature member of the American Artists Professional League and the Salmagundi Club and an elected artist at the Lyme Art Association, he has had his work widely exhibited and collected throughout the United States.

Peter Christ earned his Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art from Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts and his Master of Arts in painting from NYU. Influenced by Jerome Witkin and pop art painter Idelle Weber, Christ creates work that explores the faded imagery of iconic signs and landscapes across North America, with paintings held in private collections throughout the U.S. and Europe.

For more information about the exhibit, contact Brian McClear at 959-777-1947 or McClearArt@ gmail.com, or visit essexart association.com. For more information about the artists, visit McClearart.com or PeterJacob Christ.com.

Photo by Brian McClear

Pressed Rose by Brian McClear , 30 x 30 inches, oil on canvas

Photo by Peter Christ

Perkins Rubber Stamps in New Haven, Connecticut, by Peter Christ, 48 x 48 inches, oil on canvas

Photo by Peter Christ

The Dive by Peter Christ 48 x 48 inches, oil on canvas

32 Continued from page 30 Red Cross Blood Drive: Noon to 6:15 p.m. Westbrook Elks Lodge, 142 Seaside Ave. For info or an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.

TUESDAY, NOV. 18 Introduction to Buddhist Teachings and Meditation Practice: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Sumi Kim, Buddhist chaplain at Yale University. 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.

Historical Fiction Book Group: 10:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Book: This Strange Eventful History by Claire Messud. Moderated by Essex Library Adult Services Librarian Elizabeth Reinhart. Virtual participation by Zoom is an option. To register and receive the Zoom link, email emiller@essexlib.org. For info, visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

Shoreline Village Tea and Talk: 2 p.m. Shoreline Diner, 345 Boston Post Rd., Guilford. Features a conversation with members of Shoreline Village CT (SVCT). For info or to register, contact 203-747-5939 or info@ShorelineVillageCT.org.

Unlock the Secret Language of Connection with Supercommunicator Charles Duhigg: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection. Hosted by the Essex Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit libraryc.org/essexlib.

Chester Blood Pressure Clinic: 2 to 3 p.m. Chester Town Hall community room, 203 Middlesex Ave. Free for Chester seniors and community members. For info, contact Public Health Nurse Sherry Carlson at 860-661-3300 or Scarlson@crahd.net.

Facts and Fibs Book Group: 3:30 p.m. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St. Book: Call the Midwife by Jennifer Worth. To register, email staff@ivorytonlibrary.org. For info, call 860-767-1252 or visit ivorytonlibrary.org/book-clubs.

Wacky Wildlife: Peacocks: 5:30 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For ages 6 to 11. Participants learn about peacocks and make a peacock craft to take home. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Lego STEM Club: 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.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • THE SOURCE • LIVING How Connecticut Thumbed Its Nose at Prohibition: 6 to 7 p.m. Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex.

Presented by Mike Allen, producer and host of the podcast "Amazing Tales About History." 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 860-767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.

Pickin’ Party: 6 to 8 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door, free for first-time guests. For info, visit musicnowfoundation.org.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19 Italy During World War II: Focus on the Holocaust: 10 a.m. Evergreen Woods, 88 Notch Hill Rd., North Branford. Presented by Ira Kleinfeld, chair of the planning committee of University of New Haven's annual Holocaust remembrance event as professor emeritus. 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.

Red Cross Blood Drive: 12:45 to 6 p.m. Deep River Congregational Church, 1 Church St. For info or an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.

Author Event: Elizabeth Hobbs in Conversation with Karen E. Olson: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: Murder Made Her Wicked. For Mystery Book Club: 1 to 2 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Book: The Bullet that info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit Missed

by Richard Osman. No registration required. For rjjulia.com. info, visit actonlibrary.org.

Dutch Auction: 6:30 p.m. Stanley T. Williams Community Center, 1332 Middletown Ave., Northford. Features auction items, raffles, food, refreshments, and more. For info or to RSVP (by Friday, Nov. 14) email maryellen.nfwc@gmail.com.

Fall Book Chat: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Book: The Emperor of Gladness: A Novel by Ocean Vuong. Moderated by Marsha Bansavage. Sponsored by the Friends of the Chester Library. For info or to register, call the library at 860-526-0018 or visit chesterctlibrary.com.

Popcorn and PJs: Virtual Family Story Time: 7 p.m.

Online event. Features Malik Champlain, author of Mason's Big Hair Adventure. 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.

Introduction to Local History and Genealogy Resources: 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Features genealogy resources, including Godfrey Scholar, FamilySearch, online resources at the Connecticut State Library, and print materials from Killingworth Library's collection. Space is limited to six attendees. Four laptops will be available for hands-on practice, but participants can bring their own laptop or mobile device.

For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Atmospheric CO2 and the Global-to-Regional Climate: 5 to 6 p.m. Old Lyme Town Hall, 52 Lyme St. Presented by John Jasper, chief scientific officer of Molecular Isotope Technologies. Hosted by the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center as part of its 2025 Connecticut River lecture series. To register (required), call visit ctaudubon.org/rtp-programs-events. For info, contact 860-598-4218 or rtpec@ctaudubon.org.

Connecticut History Book Club: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Pratt AI For Everyday Life: Custom GPTs: 7 p.m. Guilford Free House, 19 West Ave., Essex. Book: The Narrows by Ann Library, 67 Park St. Second in a four-part, hands-on work- Petry. Co-hosted by the Essex Historical Society, Essex Library, and Ivoryton Library. Led by EHS Director Melissa shop series designed for working adults, small business Josefiak. For info or to register (required), visit essexhisowners, and anyone interested in AI. Presented by Guiltory.org/events. fordAI. No tech background needed; laptops optional.

For info or to register (required), call the library at 203Author-Illustrator Event: Devin McEwan and Sandra 453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Boynton: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: Extremely Happy Holidays. For info or Concert by the Artimus Pyle Band: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

Lawncare: Is There a Better Way?: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Presented by members of Sustainable Deep River. Sponsored by Connecticut River Towns Quiet Lawns. For info or to register (required), call 860-526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.accountsupport.com.

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Book Club: Noon to 2 p.m. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Concert by Beau Soleil avec Michael Foxon Rd., North Branford. Book: The Book Doucet: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn of Lost Names: A Novel by Kristin Harmel.

Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Say- For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 brook. For info or tickets, call 860-510or visit northbranford.librarycalen0453 or visit thekate.org. dar.com.

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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19 AND THURSDAY, NOV. 20 The White Rose: 7:30 p.m. Cathyann Roding Auditorium, Branford High School (BHS), 185 E. Main St. Features a play by Harry Allen and Craig Christie based on the true story of The White Rose, a group of students in Munich in 1943 who tried to nonviolently raise public awareness of the evils of Hitler and the Third Reich. Presented by the BHS Drama Club. No performance on Friday. A final performance takes place Saturday, Nov. 22. Tickets: $5, available at the door. For info, email Maria Ogren at mogren@branfordschools.org or Jennifer Ryan at jenryan@branfordschools.org.

THURSDAY, NOV. 20 Phtoto courtesy of Shoreline Theater Academy

From left to right, Yasmine Oumay as Matilda, Cast B; Kelsi Lewis as Bruce, Cast B; and Ronan Love as Miss Trunchbull, Cast A

Matilda the Musical Comes to Clinton Press release from Shoreline Theater Academy Kidz Konnection

The Shoreline Theater Academy Kidz Konnection proudly presents Matilda the Musical Friday, Nov. 21, at 6 p.m,; Saturday, Nov. 22, at 2 and 6 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m. at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall auditorium, 54 East Main Street, Clinton.

Full of mischief, magic, and the power of imagination, Roald Dahl’s classic novel is brilliantly brought to life by Dennis Kelly with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin. The performances showcase the talents of two full casts and 100 young Shoreline performers at Shoreline Theater Academy.

A must-see theatrical show, Matilda the Musical will leave the whole family singing and toe-tapping and the audiences cheering for more as everyone’s favorite little girl named Matilda proves even the smallest voice can make the biggest difference.

Tickets can be purchased at ETIX. COM.Tickets cost $18 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, and $20 at the door.

For more information, contact 860-2272363 or shorelinetheateracademy@ gmail.com, or visit shorelinetheateracademy. org.

The Big Connect Expo 2025: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple St. Features an expo to help businesses achieve face-to-face personal connectivity and exposure. Free and open to the public. Includes exhibitors, networking sessions, workshops and panels with industry professionals, and The Big Taste 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce. For info, visit gnhcc.com.

Great Decisions: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Topic: American Policy in the Middle East. Last of four consecutive Thursday sessions through Nov. 20. Led

by Tom Lee, a facilitator of Great Decisions discussion groups. Great Decisions is a program produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members, with an annual membership of $35. Cost: $5 for all four sessions plus $35 for a 2025 briefing book. For info or to join SSILL, call 203453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Phtoto courtesy of Shoreline Theater Academy

Top left to right, Ronan Love as Miss Trunchbull, Cast A; Lily Bertelli as Zinnia Wormwood, Cast A; and JJ Harder as Harry Wormwood. Bottom left to right, Yasmine Oumay as Matilda, Cast B; Kelsi Lewis as Bruce, Cast B.

Morning Hike: 10 a.m. to noon. Canfield Meadow Woods, Book Hill Woods Rd., Essex. Arrive by 9:45 a.m. Co-sponsored by the Essex Land Trust and the Valley Shore YMCA. Inclement weather may cancel. Dogs are allowed but must be leashed. For info, visit essexlandtrust.org/events.

Hollywood Gems: Wizard of Oz: 1 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.

Opening Day for Playhouse Holiday Jamboree: 2 p.m. Ivoryton Playhouse, 103 Main St. Runs through Sunday, Dec. 21.

Other showtimes available. For info, call 860-767-7318 or visit ivorytonplayhouse.org.

Hollywood Screen Test Workshop: 3:30 to 5 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Led by former New York TV/film casting director Lisa Lelas. Every attendee will be given a 30second script in which to practice and ‘audition’ on camera for feedback. Free and open to ages 12 to 18. Limited to the first 15 who sign up. Sponsored by the Friends of Acton Public Library. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

American History Book Group: 5 p.m.

Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Book: The Gatekeepers by Chris Whipple. Moderated

by Essex Library Executive Director Ann Thompson. Virtual participation by Zoom is an option. For info or to register (required to receive the Zoom link), email athompson@essexlib.org or visit youressexlibrary.org/adult-services/bookgroups.

Metropolitan Opera Talk: Arabella by Richard Strauss: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Presented by Roger Mathew Grant, deputy provost and dean of arts and humanities at Wesleyan University. Co-sponsored by the Guilford Library, Shoreline Village CT (SVCT), and the Shoreline Opera Club. For info or to register (required), call the library at 203453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Opening Reception for the 50th Annual Holiday 'Tis the Season Art Exhibition and Sale: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features complimentary drinks, light bites, live music, and local art. The exhibit runs through Saturday, Jan. 3. For info, visit madisonartsocietyct.org.

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Continued from page 33 American Girl Doll Club: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4.

Features a story or discussion, activities, and a craft from a different history time period. Dolls don’t have to be American Girl. For info or to register (required), call 860663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Beaujolais Nouveau 2025 Release Party: 6 to 7 p.m.

Crow’s Nest Lounge, Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. Presented by executive chef Christophe Santos. Cost: $32. Eventbrite fees apply. For info or reservations, visit madisonbeachhotel-curio.eventbrite.com or madisonbeachhotelevents.com/hotel/hotel-happenings.

Read Between the Vines Book Club: 6 to 8 p.m. Rose Vineyards and Winery, 2 Valley Rd., North Branford. Book: The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Copies of the book are available at the Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford, or the Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For ages 21 or older. For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Author Event: Connor Williams: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: A Promise Delivered: Ten American Heroes and the Battle to Rename Our Nation's Military Bases. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Mystery Book Club: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Book: Exit by Belinda Bauer. Newcomers welcome. Copies of the book are available at the library. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

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.

Concert by The Lonesome Ace Stringband: 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.

Friday Movie Matinee: Classics for the Holidays: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, including the movie title, or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.

Ways to Make an Income Through Chat GPT: Working from Home: 8 to 9 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $25. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Character Design Workshop: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Guilford Art Center, 411 Church St. For high school-aged teens.

Part of GAC's drop-in art club. Free. No prior registration or Guilford residency required. For info, call 203-4535947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

FRIDAY, NOV. 21 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.

The Future Impact of Artificial Intelligence: 10 a.m.

Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Presented by educator Harvey Heyman. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline

Tea and Murder Book Club: 4 p.m. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St. Book: This Town Sleeps by Dennis E. Staples. To register, email staff@ivorytonlibrary.org. For info or to reserve a copy of the book, call 860-767-1252 or visit ivorytonlibrary.org/book-clubs.

Tellabration!: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features a presentation combining theater, stories, and music by Chris Cluet from the Connecticut Storytelling Center. All ages welcome. For info or to register (required), call the library at 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

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Elaine Sych, green holiday gnome

Nicole Manzoni, Forest Crown, acrylic on canvas

Diana Eastwood, gold and white snowflake with white center paper ornament

Robert Thomas, Storm View, limited edition fine art photography

The Art of Dreaming Opens Nov. 21 at Spectrum Gallery With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming, an exhibit that explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge.

Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on two 6-foot holiday trees.

Start the holidays right at an open gallery reception on Friday, Nov. 21, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the open house weekend, Saturday, Nov. 22, from 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 23, from 1 to 5 p.m.

The Art of Dreaming runs through Jan. 10, 2026.

Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main Street, Centerbrook. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday to Satur-

day, from noon to 6 p.m. and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m.

From Dec. 6 to Dec. 24, the gallery will be open Monday to Saturday, from noon to 6 p.m., and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m. On Wednesday, Dec. 24, it will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

To register for the holiday adult and children’s workshops, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.

Shopping is available online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the U.S.

Matilda the Musical: Friday, 6 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 6 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Andrews Memorial Town Hall Author Event: Lily King in Conversation with Roxanne auditorium, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Presented by ShoreCoady: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post line Theater Academy, Kidz Konnection. Tickets: $18 for Rd., Madison. Book: Heart the Lover. For info or to register adults, $15 for seniors and students. Service fees apply. (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Tickets also available at the door for $20. For tickets, visit kidzkonnectionct.org/tickets. For info, contact 860-227Concert by Double Vision (Tribute to Foreigner): 2363 or kidzkonnectionct@gmail.com or visit kidzkon8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 nection.org.

Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-5100453 or visit thekate.org.

Opening Reception for The Art of Dreaming and Open House Weekend: Friday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisan Store, 61 Main St., Centerbrook. The exhibit runs FRIDAY, NOV. 21 THROUGH through Saturday, Jan. 10. The artisan store offers potSUNDAY, NOV. 23 tery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, accessories, and Annual Holiday Book and Bake Sale: Friday, 10 a.m. to more. For info, call 860-767-0742 or visit spectrumartgallery.org.

4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. The bake sale on both days features homemade cookies, breads, muffins, cupcakes, pies, and more. The book sale features fiction, SATURDAY, NOV. 22 nonfiction, trade books, pocket paperbacks, children’s 37th Annual Heart of Christmas Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, jigsaw puzzles, and more. Saint Mary Church of the Visitation, 54 Grove St., Clinton.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Acton Library. For info, Features vendors, a bake sale, gift baskets, food, raffles, contact 860-395-3184 or nancybaldoni@comcast.net, or an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus, and more. Lunch visit actonlibrary.org.

is available for purchase to eat in or take out. For info, call the church at 860-669-8512.

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Stony Creek Holiday Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stony Creek Congregational Church, 192 Thimble Island Rd., Branford.

Features themed gift baskets, children’s gifts, baked goods, jewelry, gold elephant tables, holiday greenery, and more. Proceeds benefit the church. Rain or shine. For info, contact the church office at 203-488-7827 or office@stonycreekchurchct.org.

Annual Christmas Holly Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church,1680 Foxon Rd. Features Christmas items for gift-giving, a white elephant room, a cookie walk, a pie path, basket raffles, the country kitchen, handmade items, and more. For info, call 203-488-8456.

To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

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51 Parker Hill Rd Ext: William A. Agli and Susan M. Nesci of Killingworth to Ct Clinical Services Inc, $650,000 on 10/21/2025 446 Route 148: Michael and Hannah Jurewicz of Killingworth to Ruslan Boyarsky, $580,000 on 10/23/2025

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23 Forest Hills Dr: Peter and Deirdre R. Horton of Madison to Alyssa R. Zabin and Matthew Collins, $745,000 on 10/21/2025 72 Kelsey Springs Dr: Douglas W. Bigwood of Madison to Michael Bamberger and Alexandra Auli, $815,000 on 10/24/2025 Phoebe Schreiner 617.645.3907 | pschreiner@williampitt.com Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

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131 Allison Way Unit 131: Lawrence Clemente Ft and Nicholas Clemente of East Haven to Veronica Nthala, $395,000 on 10/21/2025

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MADISON BROKERAGE Each office independently owned

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Real Estate Transactions

Timeless architectural character meets modern luxury.

9 Madrina Ln: Colleen C. Luddy of Madison to Katherine P. March and Paul S. Kellogg, $530,000 on 10/23/2025 24 Pent Rd: Proulx Constance G Est and Stephanie R. Proulx of Madison to Kevin P. and Maureen Noonan, $560,000 on 10/21/2025

WESTBROOK Diana Hartman

Broker, Realtor, ABR, CIPS

dianahartman@wpsir.com 917.509.4700

‘Love Where You Live’

38 Sportsman Hill Rd, Madison

$1,299,000

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 5,624 sq ft Extraordinary custom-built Colonial, privately sited on a beautifully manicured parcel that offers both elegance and seclusion.

Gigi Giordano Taylor Broker Associate / REALTOR® 203.671.2155 gigi.giordano@compass.com GigiGiordanoRealtor.com 5 Essex Square, Essex, CT 06426

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Compass Connecticut, LLC is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions.

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8 Fenbrook Rd: Parks Ft and Joseph A. Parks of Old Saybrook to Robert J. and Susan E. Evans, $1,025,000 on 10/21/2025

14 Halls Rd: Eve L. Ber of Westbrook to Thomas M. and Eden Marron, $953,000 on 10/21/2025 6 Indian Trl: Joseph Karpinski of Westbrook to Melissa Suprin, $825,000 on 10/21/2025 151 Kingfisher Ln: Amy Scribner and Nicolas Chamberlain of Westbrook to Sokalino LLC, $4,900,000 on 10/21/2025 Copyright material of Banker and Tradesman / the Commercial Record and The Warren Group.

For past transactions, visit zip06.com/ realestate.

AYERS POINT SERENITY

31 STANTON COURT, MADISON $1,356,000

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96 Ayers Point Road, Old Saybrook

This stately Colonial offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern updates. With 4-5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, the home opens to an impressive foyer with a sweeping curved staircase.

The spacious living room, with the first of three fireplaces, is ideal for a piano or curling up with a book.

Chairman’s Circle Diamond • Top 1/2 of 1% Nationally RealTrends America’s Best Top 1/2 of 1% Nationally of 1.4 Million Realtors Connecticut Magazine, Five Star Realtor 2009-2025 Licensed in the State of CT

$1,095,000 Discover the serenity of Ayers Point in this spacious 3400 sq ft home with captivating views of the Connecticut River and surrounding marshland. Privately set with a beautiful inground pool and lush gardens, this retreat is perfect for those seeking a coastal lifestyle near boating and village charm. The home features both main and upper level primary suites, offering flexibility and comfort for guests or multigenerational living.

#1 Coldwell Banker Agent in Middlesex County With nearly $300 million in sales volume and helping almost 1000 happy buyers and sellers over 20 years on the shoreline, Joel’s experience is invaluable.

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

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NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

45 Wilshire Road, Madison $539,000

85 Legend Hill, Madison $589,000

Wonderful Townhouse in Kensington South!

Prime location near Madison’s town center, beaches, and restaurants. This 2-bedroom townhouse offers easy living with a spacious living room, eat-in kitchen, cozy family room with fireplace, and sliders to a private patio. Features include a primary suite, central air, one-car garage, and a lovely community setting.

Bright end-unit ranch in desirable Legend Hill. One-floor living with cathedral ceiling living room and fireplace, screened porch, kitchen with dining area, primary suite with walk-in closet, second bedroom and hall bath. Full walkout basement and 2-car attached garage. Enjoy community amenities including historic clubhouse, pool, and tennis/pickleball courts. Just minutes to downtown Madison and beaches.

LOGO DESIGN

UNDER CONTRACT

6 Osprey Commons, Clinton

List Price $1,150,000 SOLD C=100 M=96 Y=41 K=52

Voted #1 for Best Real Estate Team on the Shoreline!

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30 Meeting House Lane, Madison $1,995,000 Iconic Madison home, once known as “Hartsbourne,” is renowned for its stunning location as a centerpiece of the green. Its striking and elegant architectural design has made it a local landmark. 3,900 sq ft of living space, 5 spacious bedrooms, 5 functional fireplaces, and impressive 9+ ft ceilings on the first floor. Set on just over 1.5 acres, thisASTERINA REGULAR ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ true historic gem, in the heart of Madison’s charming village. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

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$340,000

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

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