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‘Best Of’: Better than ever during pandemic Trying times bring out top qualities in merchants By Laura B. Hayden While 2021 has not been the best of times for area businesses due to the continued limitations caused by COVID-19, stellar local merchants are more appreciated than ever. By the high measure of customer satisfaction, here are the results of area businesses that have best served the community, determined by you — the readers —in the annual Best Of North Central Connecticut 2021 Readers’ Poll. Special thanks to our contest ballot
sponsors as well: T-Square Builders, New England Air Museum, Homestead, The Barn Yard, The Geryk Team and Mr. T’s Powerwash. And away we go! HALL OF FAME AWARD Vernon Poolman 540 Talcottville Rd (Route 83) Vernon 06066 (860) 872-1926 vernonpoolman.com Vernon Poolman rose to the very top of the 2021 list — the Best of the Best — earning this year’s Hall of Fame Award. Every year this high distinction goes to a local business that has been voted a NCN “Best of” for at least five years.
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Vernon Poolman joins these businesses in the NCN Hall of Fame: The Barnyard, 2020; Johnson Memorial, 2019; Budget Blinds, 2018; Lori Spielman Landscaping, 2017; Geisslers, 2016; Sonny’s Place, 2015; Harry Kent/Kent Financial, 2014. For over 40 years Vernon Poolman has specialized in in-ground pool installation and sales. “We actually started this business in 1989,” said Debbie Kaczmarczyk who, together with her husband Walter, own Vernon Poolman. Kaczmarczyk added that COVID-19
greatly increased the demand for pools last year. While this sounds like a plus, it created challenges when it came to meeting the ever-increasing supply needs of their customers. “The main hurdle we faced was the chlorine shortage. I did not receive the orders I placed and had to ration customers,” Kaczmarczyk said. “We continue to work harder than ever to meet the demand,” Kaczmarczyk said.
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300 acres of snow? No problem for this businesses Best Sheds/Gazebos The Kloter Farms Kloter Farms sales team includes, 216 West Road from left, Justin Ellington 06029 Gottier, Lisa (860) 871-1048 Luginbuhl, Paul kloterfarms.com Roberts, Joe From storage to extra living space, Schneider, and Kim Kloter’s custom-made sheds add multipurMuliga. Photo by Josh Esan pose functionality to your home. The beautiful gazebos can be used as a gathering space for a barbecue, relaxation, or even to host a wedding ceremony. Most deliveries are free.
continued from page 1 Walter and Debbie’s daughter, Kate Bombara, works with them and Kate’s husband Chris plans to join the family business in the near future. Walter’s sister Kathy Simpson recently retired after a long career in the pool business. HOME IMPROVEMENT BESTS Best Landscaper Beebe Landscape Services, Inc. 102 Winkler Road East Windsor 06088 (860) 654-1572 beebelandscape.com For 34 years, Beebe Landscape Services has offered top-notch work year round. Small or large lots have given the company the distinction of caring for close to 800 acres of lawns and about 300 acres of snow. Best Garden Center Garden’s Dream 355 Taylor Road Enfield 06082 (860) 835-6652 gardensdream.com There’s still time to put in a fresh
crop of basil, lettuce, or other fall-producing crops. You’ll find a great selection at this planter-lover’s delight. And they have over 30 employees to help you plan your garden too. Best Driveway/Paving Airoldi Paving 328 Plains Road Tolland 06084 (860) 896-0401 apaving.com Years of paving experience and satisfied customers convinced our readers that this second-generation family busi-
ness strives to do the job right — the first time. Airoldi has paved areas 7 feet long to 7 acres, taking care to engineer just the right slope for drainage. Best Driveway Seal CT Sealcoat Somers ct-sealcoat.com Our readers know a flawless asphalt driveway is like a red carpet leading to their door. They made it clear that CT Sealcoat has helped maintain their asphalt with expert sealcoating to prevent cracks and retain its black luster.
Best Tree Service Mountain Tree Service 21 Egypt Road P.O. Box 501 Somers, CT 06071 (860) 749-7365 mtsne.com Our readers singled out this familyowned business with more than 30 years of experience for a full span of professional tree care. “Prompt, responsive, professional, friendly, attentive to detail, and knowledgeable,” are a few of the compliments we’ve heard to describe Mountain Tree Service.
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Best Of These businesses keep your home warm, cozy and efficient continued from page 5 Best Septic Service Avery 64 Field Road, Unit 1A Somers 06071 (860) 749-1524 alwaysavery.com For more than 50 years and threegoing-on-four generations, this family business has provided responsive and complete residential and commercial septic services to North Central Connecticut and beyond. As they like to say – Avery is always at your disposal. Best Place to Get Your Home Energy Efficient Homestead Comfort 100 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 791-3166 homesteadcomfort.com Family owned since 1989, Homestead Comfort has been meeting the fuel, heating, cooling, water, plumbing and energy needs of homes and businesses in Tolland, Hartford, and Windham counties. With a Homestead Comfort home energy assessment and its insulation and duct-sealing services, the homeowner can dramatically lower heating and cooling energy costs.
Best Tree Removal R & R Landscaping 140 Mountain Road Ellington 06029 (860) 803-3525 Family-owned and operated with more than 20 years of experience, R & R Landscaping also specializes in selling and delivering landscaping materials and oil tank removal and replacement. Best Powerwash Mr. T’s Powerwash Inc. 88 Old Catholic Road S Tolland 06084 (860) 872-2729 mrtspowerwash.com Family and locally owned since 1985, Mr. T can get your home’s exterior looking like new again with a high-pressured wash. This SoftWash method for roofs removes algae buildup, stains, tree limbs, leaves and excessive wear and tear while preserving the integrity of shingles. Best Electrician D’Amico Electric 72 Orcuttville Road (Route 319) Stafford, CT 06076 (860) 896-5234 damicoelectricinc.com It’s no shock readers chose D’Amico for electric services. The family owned and operated company established in 1974 by Al and Patrene D’Amico has been wiring the Stafford area for 45 years.
Best Heating Service Fox Heating 37 Westford Ave. Stafford Springs 06076 (860) 369-4328 foxheating.com Founded in 1984, this family company has grown to be one of Connecticut’s largest heating contractors because of its commitment to service. Trained technicians are on call 24/7 to take care of any heat or hot water emergency. Best Roofing TJR Construction LLC 92 West Sutton Road Sutton, MA 01590 (860) 890-2740 tjr-construction.com Have you ever found a shingle in your yard the morning after a windy night or a gutter hanging outside a door or window? Who you gonna call? Our readers say TJR — one of the few companies outside the North Central area to be recognized as a “Best of” in this year’s poll.
Best Place to Get a Pool Sabrina Pools and Hot Tubs 2182 Boston Turnpike Coventry 06238 (860) 742-7308 sabrinapoolsincct.hibuwebsites.com This pool season was big and word is it will be bigger next year. Sabrina Pools and Hot Tub is family-owned and operated, specializing in service and installation of in-ground and above-ground pools. Call now about a new installment to avoid having to wait next summer. Best Place to Get Air Ducts Clean CSC Services Hood & Duct Connecticut Steam Cleaning, Inc. 55 Glendale Rd. South Windsor 06074 (860) 289-5100 cleanmyducts.com For a breath of fresher air, call CSC for HVAC air duct cleaning, air systems cleaning, steam cleaning, and commercial pressure washing.
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Best Of Palace is fit for live music royalty continued from page 6 Best Window Cleaning Window Genie of Northern Connecticut 31 Bradfield Drive Somers 06071 (860) 698-3030 windowgenie.com/ They do windows — and much more. Add pressure washing and gutter cleaning to its maintenance menu. One customer signed Window Genie up for windows, patio area, vinyl siding and vinyl fence and said, “Everything came out like new.” Best Oil Service Troiano Oil Co. 777 Enfield St. Enfield 06082 (860) 745-0321 https://www.troianooil.com/ Troiano Oil’s family — which has run the company for 80 years — understands your concerns with unexpected heating and cooling bills during extreme weather conditions. To help alleviate these worries Troiano offers budget plans for set payments throughout the year, senior and volume discounts, and capped pricing oil contracts. Existing customers can even enter a raffle every month for a chance to win a $75 credit on an account or gift certificate. Best Storm Damage Repair Conventional Builders 27 W. Main St. Vernon 06066 (860) 337-6852 conventionalbuildersandroofing.com Extreme weather conditions are no stranger to North Central Connecticut
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homeowners. Conventional Builders is ready to help readers pick up the pieces and repair the damage left by Mother Nature’s wrath – 24/7. It says something about a company when its Facebook page says “always open.” ENTERTAINMENT BESTS Best Place for Live Music The Palace Theater 75 Main St. Stafford Springs 06076 (860) 851-9780 thestaffordpalacetheaterct.com The classic theater adds character to great musical performances. Coming up: Shemekia Copeland – Fri., Aug 20; Del McCoury Band, Sat., Sept., 4; James Montgomery Publishers Policy Information presented in the North Central News is presented for your consideration and does not necessarily represent views of the publisher or its advertisers. All information is checked for accuracy, but cannot be guaranteed. Liability for errors in advertising is limited to rerun of the ad. Errors in advertising should be brought to the attention of the publisher in writing, within seven days of publication for appropriate credit.
Blues Band, Fri. Sept 10; EmiSunshine, Sat., Sept. 11; Roomful of Blues, Fri., Sept 24. Best Happy Hour Bond 124 124 Main St. Somers, CT 06071 (860) 698-6011 bond124 on facebook Bond 124 offers a daily Happy Hour menu, Monday-Friday, 3 to 7 p.m. Draft beers and wines are specially priced, along with light fare: wings, sliders, arancini, and meatballs.
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Best Travel Agency Friendship Tours 705 Bloomfield Ave. Bloomfield 06002 (860) 243-1630 friendshiptours.net Friendship Tours is a 39-year-old company specializing in group travel. The company’s customized itineraries have an outstanding reputation for innovative ideas. Its location between Boston and New York enhances its services.
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Best Credit Union Windsor Locks Federal Credit Union 516 Spring St. Windsor Locks 06096 (860) 292-2940 wlfcu.com This community-based credit union has been around 80 years. Anyone living, working, or worshipping in its area can become a member, and their immediate families. Best Bank Windsor Federal 1 Shoham Road East Windsor 06088 (860) 627-0805 windsorfederal.com This friendly team is ready to assist with your financial needs. North central branches are in East Windsor and Suffield. Best Financial Planning Stateline Senior Services 48 S Rd #2 Somers 06071 (860) 749-0482 statelineseniorservices.com Over 10,000 senior citizens over a period of 30 years can’t be wrong.
Stateline can help you — senior or not — protect and preserve what you’ve work hard to earn all your life. Best Realtor Greg Heineman Trend 2000 Real Estate 17 Elm St. Enfield, CT 06082 (860) 841-1199 trend2000.com Clients choose to work with Heineman for his unparalleled professionalism, ethics, experience, and expertise. He has been a highly recognized real estate broker in CT and MA since 1996.
Best Real Estate Agency Geryk Realty RE/MAX Destination 44 Hyde Ave. Vernon 06066 (860) 573-4850 remax.com/real-estate-agents/kathygeryk-vernon-ct For home sweet home buying and selling, readers count on Kathy Geryk’s agency. As an agent and a neighbor, she can help you through local housing market nuances.
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Best Reason to Cross the State Line MGM Springfield Resort One MGM Way Springfield, Mass. 01103 (413) 273-5000 mgmspringfield.com Readers say a stop at Springfield’s MGM Casino is a sure thing. The venue offers onestop shopping with restaurants, entertainment, and more to round out the gaming
Best Place to Watch the Game Bobby V’s 11 Schoephoester Road Windsor Locks 06096 (860) 627-5808 bobbyvsresaurant.com You’ll find lots of room with lots of TVs (with lots of sports), good food and friendly service at Bobby Vs. Patrons saved the ride to Saratoga and watched the races there. Staff at Ellington Chuck Wagon, left, could tell you a thing or two about the great lunches they offer. So could our readers — and they did. See the writeup on Page 25. Photo by Josh Esan
Best Birthday Party Sonny’s Place 349 Main St. (Route 190) Somers 06071 (860) 763-5454 sonnysplace.com A Sonny’s Place party gives the birthday boy or girl and all their friends a wish list of fun things to do. Book online and save the hassle of planning activities and shopping for supplies with one of Sonny’s great Birthday Party Packages. Best “Now for Something Completely Different” Night Odin’s Keep Axe House 630 Enfield St. Enfield, CT 06082 (860) 776-0006 odinskeepaxehouse.com Axe-throwing may be just what you need to unwind. Fierce fun awaits your clan – whether it be family members (ages 10 and up), girls or boys night out, or a celebration. There’s also an arcade, snack items for sale, and both non-alcoholic drinks and beer/wine.
Best Place to Celebrate the Holidays Connecticut Trolley Museum 58 North Road East Windsor 06088 (860) 627-6540 ct-trolley.org The Pumpkin Patch is a go for weekends in October. You’ll ride the trolley to the patch, where children can pick out a free pumpkin. Upon return to the museum they can decorate the pumpkins, play in the corn box, and enjoy the outside play area and the museum. Best Day Trip Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame 1000 Hall of Fame Ave. Springfield, Mass. 01105 (877) 446-6752 hoophall.com This sports mecca attracts fans nationwide, preserving the game at every level. There are lots of interactive activities too, including a chance to shoot baskets at the end of a memorable tour.
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Thank You For Voting Dr. Lily Yeh for the Best Optometrist from 2014-2021 North Central News Reader’s Poll. We also welcome
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Best Of Readers know the ‘berry’ best places continued from page 10 “Berry” Best Place for Strawberries Scantic Valley Farm 327 Ninth District Road Somers 06071 (860) 749-3286 scanticvalleyfarm.com
This year produced a bumper crop of sweet strawberries in early summer. While you anticipate next year’s harvest, stop by year-round for the farm’s grass-fed beef, pork, and fresh local eggs. Best Place for Blueberries Dzen Farms 187 Windsorville Road Ellington 06029 (860) 871-8183 dzenfarms.com Folks say the employees are as sweet as the berries at Dzen Farms. During picking season there are activities for the kiddies, too.
Best Cupcake Luann’s Bakery & Café 238 Somers Road Ellington 06029 (860) 872-8073 luannsbakery.com Customers have been indulging their sweet tooth with a cupcake from The team at Scantic Valley Farm offers Luann’s for over 40 years. strawberries and much more. Great flavor combinations include Photo by Josh Esan Chocolate Peanut Butter Perfection,
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Best Of Plenty of delectable choices in the north-central region continued from page 11 Best Donut Gerry’s Donuts 180 Windsorville Road Ellington (860) 872-0376 gerry’s donuts on facebook Gerry’s has been making donuts for over 35 years. Local customers have called the tiny shop “a local legend” and a “great morning hangout.” If DIY is your thing, this year Gerry starting selling the flour used to make his donuts.
At Stafford Coffee Co. Emily Cole, Chris Holquin and owner Corrina Lusa, from left, will provide food and coffee that is “off the charts.” Photo by Josh Esan
located on a bucolic hilltop and surrounded by a farm atmosphere. Don’t be surprised if the resident golden retriever sits with you. Best Apple Picking Johnny Appleseed 185 West Road (Route 83) Ellington 06029 (860) 875-1000 johnnyappleseedfarmct.com There’s 60 acres of dwarf apple trees bearing 14 varieties. The 35-acre peach orchard is ripe for picking now. Apples will soon follow in August – with cider donuts available to boot. Open daily through Thanksgiving.
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Stafford Coffee Co. was chosen on the grounds of its food and coffee being “off the charts,” as in “amazing lattes and healthy eats.” One customer admits to falling in love there ... with the chai latte. Best Restaurant Overall Trattoria Da Lepri 89 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 875-1111 trattoriadalepri.com
Manga is the mantra of this venue reminiscent of the classic Italian Trattoria. Its fresh, gourmet Italian meals utilize local grass-fed beef, fresh seafood, and seasonal, organic vegetables from both local farms and the Lepri family garden. Our readers also extol expertly crafted cocktails, local brews, and an extensive wine list.
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner? We’ve got it covered Basil’s Restaurant owner Alex Koulisis stands with managers Kayleigh Finik, left, and Ashley Robbins. Photo by Josh Esan
continued from page 23 Best Newcomer to Dining Scene Anthony’s Restaurant & Pizzeria 74 Palomba Drive Enfield 06082 (860) 698-6330 anthonyspizzaenfield.com One of the newest restaurants in the North Central News area, Anthony’s is the result of renovating three former office suites into a kitchen, dining room, bar area, and 49-person capacity outdoor deck. It serves a variety of pizzas and specialty pies ,including gluten-free and thin-crust varieties. Dinner entrees are also available. Best Dinner Basil’s Restaurant 64 W. Stafford Road Stafford Springs (860) 684-9000 basilsofstafford.com A repeat winner, our readers continue to rave about everything from its many Alfredo sauces to the Zuppa de Pesce, and lasagna. Top-notch service noted too.
Best Outdoor Dining Lulu’s Pizzeria & Family Restaurant 151 Hazard Ave. Enfield 06082 (860) 763-2377 luluspizzeria.com Outdoor dining is nothing new to Lulu’s, a restaurant that offers ItalianAmerican cuisine: The cozy patio has been around for years. Best Breakfast Angelina’s Restaurant 555 Hazard Ave. Enfield 06082 (860) 763-0399 angelinas.com
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Brews, views and a whole lot more continued from page 25 Best Dining With a View Four Seasons by the Lake 51 Old Springfield Road Stafford Springs 06076 (860) 851-9445 fourseasonsbythelake.com The recently added deck overlooking Sun Valley Pond accommodated even more diners this year. And while the view is spectacular outside, there’s always something new going on inside, including new special entrees, music on the weekend and, coming up on Friday, Aug. 13, Four Season by the Lake’s first murder mystery night.
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Broad Brook Brewing owner Eric Mance stands in front of the taps. Photo by Josh Esan Neither the building issues of 2019 nor the pandemic of 2020 could keep the owners of Broad Brook Brewing from a successful opening. In fact, so successful NCN readers chose it as the best brewery of 2021. Besides its terrific beer selection, foodies are drawn to its superb pub menu, not to mention location —which offers a amazing view of planes flying to and from Bradley International Airport.
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From catering to cars, readers weigh-in continued from page 26 Best Barbecue The Country Diner 111 Hazard Ave. Enfield 06082 (860) 763-5338 thecountrydiner.com Design your own barbecue by choosing your meat, sauce, and two sides (plus corn bread). Or you can try one of Big Joe’s Barbecue Sandwiches. Best Wings The Hidden Still 87 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 896-3333 thehiddenstill.com When it comes to chicken wings, the chefs don’t just “wing it” here. Customers eager for these noteworthy appetizers can choose from wings seasoned in one of over 33 wet brines and over 15 dry rubs. Added tender loving cooking centers around that pledge that Hidden Still chicken wings “are brined for 25 hours for added color and flavor.” Best Meatball Casa Bella Italian Kitchen 546 Main St. Hampden, Mass. 01035 (413) 566-1466 casabellarestaurant.net Are you craving the taste of Italian? These round wonders are a house blend of ground beef, pork, and veal with tomato sauce.
Best Bakery The Apple Place 540 Somers Road /Route 83 East Longmeadow, Mass. 01028 (413) 348-9628 theappleplace.net This fun seasonal stop is open April to November. It’s delicacies include fresh baked goods, cider donuts, cider, pies, coffee, iced coffee, cold brew, specialty soups and ice cream. The farm stand sells peaches, apples, and vegetables seasonally. There’s also a fall corn maze and occasional musical performances. Best Wedding Venue The Starting Gate at GreatHorse 128 Wilbraham Road Hampden, Mass. 01036 (413) 566-8010 greathorse.com This secluded haven offers majestic views of the Connecticut River Valley. Add to that its inspired décor including a dazzling chandeliered grand ballroom, expansive deck, a picturesque wedding garden and thoughtfully appointed wedding suite. Best Catering Joanna’s 145 Main Street Somers 06071 860-763-5060 joannasbanquets.com Five catering menu options appear online that are reasonably priced and fit any appetite or food preference. There are also many take-out catering options that can serve 10 to 30. One week advance notice required.
AUTO SERVICE BESTS Best Car Dealership (New) Gale Toyota 50 Palomba Drive Enfield 06082 (860) 741-3761 galetoyota.com Family owned since 1969, Gale Toyota has evolved with state-of-the-art selling practices. These days buying a new Toyota can be as easy as going online in the comfort of your own home to view inventory, schedule a test drive, discover the value of your trade-in, and apply for financing. Best Car Dealership (Used) Supreme Auto Service Center 68 South Road Somers 06071 (860) 763-0831 Supreme Auto Service Center on Facebook Family-owned and operated, Supreme will handle the DMV paperwork and service the cars they sell as well. Best Auto Mechanical Services Bolles Motors Auto Repair Shop 84 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 875-2595 bollesmotors.com The dreaded moment your “check engine” light comes on, save yourself addition worry by calling Bolles’ Service
If you need an event catered, readers saay Joanna’s is the place to call upon. Pictured here Chef Scott Safner. Photo by Josh Esan Center. When the maintenance is more routine — an oil change, brake service, etc. — rest assured that Bolles will get your car in and out with the assurance you’re doing your best to keep avoidable problems at bay. Best Place to Buy Tires Maple Tire Center 115 W. Main Street Stafford Springs 06076 (860) 684-7182 mapletire.com You’ll find just about any tire you need for cars and RVs. Custom wheels are available along with special wheels and rims that will compliment any tire or vehicle.
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From parts to power: We’ve got you covered continued from page 26 Best Place to Get Junk and the Trunk Leveille’s 50 Egypt Road Somers 06071
(860) 749-3705 leveilles.com Leveille’s has thousands of quality used and new auto parts in stock at all times. Find the part you need fast by using the search engine box on their website. Whether you are looking for new or used auto parts, the crew at Leveille’s will be happy to assist. Photo by Josh Esan
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runs. That’s because they aim to build lasting relationships with recreational and outdoor enthusiasts. It’s an approach that works as the popular, expansive Ellington establishment has bested the competition in two categories this year – best powersports and RV dealers.
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Thank You for voting us Best Jewelry Repair in the North Central News Readers Poll. u Custom Jewelry Designs u Fine Jewelry Repairs u Watch Repair, Sizing & Batteries u Engraving u Laser Repairs u Appraisals u Buy, Sell & Trade Jewelry
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Best Powersport & RV Dealer Lee’s Powersport/RV Ranch 171 West Road Ellington, CT 06029 (833) 429 -9397 leespowersports.com One customer comment after the other testifies to the relaxed, family-run, easyto-do-business-with enterprise Lee’s
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Best Of These businesses will help you look and feel your best continued from page 31 BEAUTY AND WELLNESS BESTS Best Salon Cutting Loose Salon at Somers Crossing 95 South Road Unit 26B Somers 06071 (860) 749-3200 cuttingloosesomers.com The shop is chic and stylish; the stylists are patient, creative and expert. Cutting Loose Salon specializes in French haircutting and French Balayage. Developed in Paris, these techniques are designed to highlight your individual beauty. Best Spa Somers Day Spa 36 South Road Somers 06071 (860) 763-4544 somersdayspa.com
Spend and hour or two or more at Somers Day Spa for a peaceful and unique environment where men and women can indulge in the rituals of renewal and tranquility that bring about a balance of beauty and wellness. Best Hair Stylist Carol Bigelow Shear Magic Styling Salon 11 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 871-4109 Shear Magic Styling Salon on Facebook North Central Connecticut readers have long-liked Carol’s style through her 35-year career doing hair and 20 years as a shop owner. No wonder she says, “I love what I do; I love to make people happy.” Best Esthetician Exfolé LLC 310A Hazard Ave. Enfield, CT 06082 (860) 698-9644 exfolellc.com Exfolé specializes in skin care for people of all ages. All facials are customized
Readers agree that the best place to renew and rejuvenate is in the tranquil setting of Somers Day Spa. Photo by Josh Esan and performed by an RN/ esthetician. Best Nail Salon Happy Nails 48 Main St. Stafford Springs, 06076 (860) 851-9711 happynailshaven.com
Established in 1999 and greatly renovated in 2015, this family-owned salon delivers first class services in a safe, clean environment.
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Best Of It’s no stretch to say these are the top locations for yoga, fitness continued from page 34 Best Yoga The Revival Room 100 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 977-5422 therevivalroom.com Movement, mindfulness and nutrition are the means to wellness at The Revival Room. The emphasis is on the whole person using strength and conditioning, Vinyasa and power yoga, massage, and whole food nutrition. Beginners welcome. Best Gym Anytime Fitness 89 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 871-1234 and Somers 95 South Road Somers 06071 (860) 265-3009 anytimefitness.com
With gyms finally reopened, the two Anytime Fitness locations in North Central Connecticut were favored by our readers. (There are over 20 in the state.) The company offers 24/7 access to their sites. Members get a free, personalized “Get Started” plan when they join. The professional staff is trained to help members along their fitness journey, no matter how much support they need. Best Doctor Fignar Family Practice 15 Palomba Drive Enfield, CT 06082 (860) 754-1623 fignarfp.com Dr. Timothy Fignar offers full-scale family medicine, newborns to adults, with specialized treatment for medical weight loss. Offices are in Enfield and South Windsor.
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Best Of Readers offer insight on who they trust with their sight, heart continued from page 34 Best Cardiologist Dr. Jeffrey Thompson 15 Palomba Drive Suite 2 Enfield 06082 (860) 253-9950 hartfordhospital.org/find-a-doctor Dr. Jeffrey Thompson is chief of cardiology at Johnson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Thompson is accepting new patients. Best Veterinarian Fenton River Veterinary Hospital 9 Fieldstone CMNS Tolland 06084 (860) 870-8701 fentonrivervet.com All creatures great and small receive professional and progressive veterinary care at this state-of-the-art animal hospital and ambulatory practice. The staff will also make house and farm calls.
Best Optometrist Dr. Lily Yeh OD 139 Hazard Ave. Building 1, Unit 1 & 2 Enfield 06082 drlilyyeh.com Affiliated with Emily Eye Care in Enfield, Dr. Lily Yeh once again is recognized as best optometrist by our readers. Best Massage Therapy Hazardville Wellness 308 Hazard Ave. Enfield 06082 (860) 745-3500 hazardvillewellness.com For six years, NCN readers have voted Nate Fay’s wellness center the best place for treatments that reduce pain, improve movement, and get them feeling better faster. Best Place to Purchase CBD Tobacco House of Enfield 2 Middle Road Enfield 06082 (860) 698-6061 tobaccohouseofenfield.com
The Tobacco House opened as products containing hemp-derived CBD were legalized in Connecticut in 2019. This new business strives to meet the demand of calming and pain-relieving CBD products, from oils to gummies to drinks and more. CBD products for pets are also available.
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Lectures: 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Public Meet and Greets: 10:00-10:45 a.m. & 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Meet life-size droids and intergalactic characters. See live animals and learn about animal space flight. Participate in our NEW Cosmic Kids Challenge! Visit all four Cosmic Kids Challenge activity stations and earn a prize from our gift shop. Activities include: Space Helmet Selfie Lunar Landscape Painting Satellite Stackers Mars Mission Patch Special Guests Include: 501st Legion – Connecticut Garrison Aldrich Astronomical Society Astronomical Society of Greater Hartford CATO Rocketry Club New England R2D2 Builders Club NOAA National Weather Service Springfield Museums Stamford Museum & Nature Center UConn Mechanical Engineering
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Susan Kilrain is a veteran of two space flights and one of only three women to pilot the Space Shuttle. A graduate of the Naval Test Pilot School, Kilrain has over 3,000 flight hours flying more than 30 different aircraft, including the F-14 Tomcat. She holds a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a master’s degree in aerospace engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. She retired from NASA in 2002 and the U.S. Navy in 2005.
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Best Of Top places to live, work, shop continued from page 41 Best Assisted Living The Ivy 123 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 926-0222 arborassistedliving.com In an elegant home-like setting, the Ivy residents enjoy many amenities, including dining on local culinary favorites, participating in engaging and enriching social activities, and quality personal care services. The community has 79 one- and two-bedroom apartments as well as Reflections, a specialized memory support environment.
Best Place to Work Six Flags New England 1756 Main St. Agawam, MA 01001 Sixflags.com/newengland/jobs If this is something you wany to check out, it’s time for Six Flags New England annual Scare Fair Hiring Event, as “Fright Fest” season nears. It is hiring for all positions, including frightening scare actors and performers.Walk-in interviews and open call auditions will occur Aug. 7 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the human resources office. RETAIL BESTS Best Supermarket The Big Y 135 West Road Ellington, CT 06029 (860) 896-0457 bigy.com
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Big Y Markets are in East Windsor, Enfield, Ellington, and Stafford. The newest, in Ellington, has a Big Y Express convenience store and gas station across the street from the full service market on Route 83. Best Record Store The Music Outlet 151 Hazard Ave. Enfield 06082 (860) 749-2050 the music outlet on facebook Stop in to see the new and notable releases that came out at the end of July. New store hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday by appointment, and closed on Sunday. Best Jeweler Hannoush Jewelers 118 Elm St. Enfield 06082 (860)741-8112 hannoush.com The first Hannoush Jewelers opened in Massachusetts in 1980. Since then more than 50 company-owned and franchised locations have opened throughout the United States.
Music Outlet in Enfield is the readers’ choice as best record store. Photo by Josh Esan Best Jewelry Repair The Gold & Diamond Exchange 8 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 875-6044 goldanddiamondexchange Local customers have been giving The Gold and Diamond Exchange sparkling reviews for decades. They can refashion old family treasures and fix the keepsakes that are love-worn.
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Thank you NCN Readers for voting Danny’s Pizza The Best Pizza 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020!
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Best Of Everything from fine wine to special gifts at these picks continued from page 43 Best Liquor Store Joe’s Fine Wine & Spirits 149 North Road East Windsor 06088 (860) 623-7323 joesfinewine.com Patrons can expect to find over 1,200 wines from around the world, spirits (including a vast selection of whiskies, bourbons and single malts) and over 500 beers. The beers range from domestic to imported, including craft and local breweries. Best Flower Shop Best Florist Colonial Flower Shoppe 611 Main St. Somers 06071 (860) 763-0082 colonialflowershoppe.net An FTD florist, Colonial Flower Shoppe offers a wide arrangement of
When you are searching for a gift but aren’t sure exactly what to get, readers know Somersvillage Gifts and Gourmet Baskets is the place to go. Photo by Josh Esan
flowers and gifts including roses, tulips, summer flowers and chocolates. Readers say you’ll find the area’s best hanging plants there – in case your garden needs a refresh after last month’s heavy rain. Best Specialty Shop New England Meat Co. 30 Furnace Hollow Road Stafford Springs 06076 (860) 684-3505 newenglandmeatpacking.com Committed to delivering the highest quality meat, products are handbutchered in-house, packaged, flash frozen, and delivered straight to your door. Patrons can also shop in person. Best Gift Shop Somersvillage Gifts and Gourmet Baskets 111 Main St. Somersville 06072 (860) 265-2282 somersvillagegifts.com
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Best Place to Pamper (and Feed) Furry Friends Ellington Agway 74 West Road Ellington 06029 (860) 875-3355 ellingtonagway.com Wild bird, pet, and farm animal supplies abound in this venue that retains the feel of an “old country store.”
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