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• REGIONAL: Cures for what ‘ales’ you in the winter months .............. ........p. 3 • EAST WINDSOR: Wondering what to do with Broad Brook school ..........p. 4 • ELLINGTON: New smoking signs to be posted around town .....................p. 8 • ENFIELD: Town Council questions development plans .....................p. 12 • SOMERS: Help discuss future plans for town’s development.....................p. 15 • STAFFORD: Town will study health care costs of employees ..............p. 22 • CLASSIFIED ADS..........................p. 27 • SUFFIELD SPOTLIGHT: 1st National Bank, Lily House, Suffield Dental..p. 28

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Craft brewers and still businesses are bubbling over with activity in North Central Connecticut. Thanks to changes in state liquor laws, a number of local establishments offer the cure for what “ales” you.

Before state law changed in 2012, breweries were not allowed to have onsite tap rooms. They were allowed to have tastings, but had to get a separate liquor license to act as a pub and needed to serve food as well as beer.

Seeing the opportunity that legal change made, Broad Brook Brewery in East Windsor opened in 2013. Eric Mance said he and his partners, Tom Rossing and Joe Dealba, started out as home brewers, creating their beer in a garage. Mance said they saw a huge opportunity since there were few craft brewing businesses in Connecticut.

“Everything came together at one time,” he said.

Broad Brook features a tap room where customers can enjoy their craft brews.

“We try to brew our beers as true to style as possible, and then we add our

own little twist to it,” he said, adding they have 16 or 17 different recipes.

Their tap room also has sample trays, and customers may bring their own food.

Their products also are distributed throughout the state and are available in restaurants and bars on tap, as well as in cans in stores in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.

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“My grandfather always made wine at home,” said McManus, who a few years ago began learning to make his own craft brews.

The small, two-and-a-half-barrel brewery features hand-crafted brews made on site, he said.

“There is always a beer for every person,” he said.

At age 24, McManus said he wanted to follow his passion and “do it while I’m young.”

Powder Hollow will soon be selling to restaurants, he added.

At Powder Hollow, McManus said patrons have the option of bringing their own food or ordering food from local restaurants with which he has made arrangements.

Connecticut Valley Distillery in Ellington opened to the public Dec. 18, but has been in business for two years, according to owner Rich Gummoe.

The company offers Smuggler's Rum, a silver-style rum.

“It harkens back to Colonial times,” Gummoe said.

The distillery offers tastings on the premises and sells its rum in Angellino’s restaurants, including the Vernon location, as well as in spirit shops.

When Gummoe was a kid, he often heard stories of his grandfather’s exploits selling spirits during Prohibition.

Gummoe, a registered nurse and an entrepreneur, was intrigued by his family history and began researching modern small spirit beverages producers on the East Coast.

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Boards Discuss Broad Brook Elementary School Construction

East Windsor

By Linda Tishler Levinson

EAST WINDSOR – The Board of Education and the Permanent Building Commission are looking into options for work on Broad Brook Elementary School.

At the Jan. 20 Board of Selectmen’s meeting, Deputy First Selectman Jason Bowsza reported on the PBC’s Jan. 13 meeting and a joint meeting with the school board on Jan. 14.

“They discussed the ongoing issues

associated with the modular project. The decision was made unanimously to rescind their approval of the project and encourage the Board of Education to resubmit the needs of the district to the PBC so that a better pathway forward could be determined,” Bowsza said in his report to the selectmen.

At issue is the proposal to renovate the elementary school and replace the existing, outdated modular classrooms with 14 new modulars.

Bowsza said the idea of using the existing modulars as swing space during construction has been raised and seems like a reasonable option.

“Traditional construction was raised as an idea by the consulants,” Bowsza said, “although this would lead to additional problems, including new plans, additional architecture and consultation fees and a need for additional legislative approvals at the state level.”

EAST WINDSOR – Jewelry making with Janice will be held at the East Windsor Senior Center.

February dates for this activity are Feb. 13 and 27 at 10:30 a.m. both days.

Ten dollars covers the cost of material

and instruction and is payable directly to Janice.

Call 860-292-8262 to sign up. The East Windsor Senior Center is located at 125 Main St., Broad Brook, CT 06016 above the Broad Brook Fire Dept.

EAST WINDSOR State Representative Christopher Davis (R57) will be hosting a Pre-Session Round-Up at the East Windsor Senior Center, 125 Main St., East Windsor. It

will be held Friday, Feb. 6, from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. He will field questions and discuss issues for the upcoming 2015 legislative session.

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UConn Student Named Nancy Larson Foundation Scholar

East Windsor

BROAD BROOK -Â University of Connecticut student Joe Couture has been named a Nancy Larson Foundation Scholar and awarded a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of his outstanding academic record and community service.

The Nancy Larson Foundation proudly supports students across the country majoring in elementary education by awarding scholarships to deserving students each year. Couture is one of seven recipients selected from the many applications received by the Foundation.

Couture is a junior majoring in elementary education. For four years he has also worked as a daycare provider, preK teaching assistant, and summer camp counselor for the East Windsor Family Resource Center. He worked with students who spoke English as a second language and had immigrated from Poland, China and other countries, as well as children with physical challenges and learning disabilities. He has volunteered at numerous elementary schools as a tutor and mentor while maintaining a 3.548 GPA.

“Having worked in such a variety of communities, I understand that I need to be sensitive to the needs of a multicultural classroom full of students with varying levels of ability,� Couture said in his winning application. “My commitment is to make my classroom a space where all students can succeed no matter their background.� “Joe is a very caring and communityservice oriented person. We were inspired by his commitment to working with children from multicultural backgrounds as well as children with physical challenges and learning disabilities. I know Joe will be a great teacher,�

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EAST WINDSOR - The Book Club, 100 Main St., Broad Brook, will be hosting a book discussion at the East Windsor Senior Center on Monday, Feb. 23, at 10:30 a.m. The book selected to read is â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Storied Life of A.J. Fikryâ&#x20AC;?

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On the faded Island Books sign hanging over the porch of the Victorian cottage is the motto â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Man Is an Island; Every Book Is a World.â&#x20AC;? A.J. Fikry, the irascible owner, is about to discover just what that truly means.

A. J. Fikryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life is not at all what he expected it to be. His wife has died, his bookstore is experiencing the worst sales in its history, and now his prized possession, a rare collection of Poe poems, has been stolen.

Slowly but surely, he is isolating himself from all the people of Alice Island from Lambiase, the well-intentioned

police officer whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always felt kindly toward Fikry; from Ismay, his sister-inlaw who is hell-bent on saving him from his dreary self; from Amelia, the lovely and idealistic (if eccentric) Knightley Press sales rep who keeps on taking the ferry over to Alice Island, refusing to be deterred by A.J.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bad attitude. Even the books in his store have stopped holding pleasure for him. These days, A.J. can only see them as a sign of a world that is changing too rapidly.

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East Windsor Senior Programs and Excursions in February

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EAST WINDSOR - The East Windsor Senior Center is located at 125 Main St., Broad Brook, above the Broad Brook Fire Department.

To sign up for the following programs being offered this month by the Senior Center, please call 860-292-8262.

INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE AARP will provide electronic federal and state income tax assistance on Mondays starting Feb. 9 and continuing through April 6.

No assistance will be offered on Feb. 16 (Senior Center is closed due to Presidents’ Day).

Please call 860-292-8262 to schedule a one-hour appointment at 9 a.m., 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. There is no charge for this service.

SHOPPING Shopping at Big Y or Walmart, East Windsor, every Monday, 9 a.m.–11 a.m., except Feb. 16, when the Senior Center is closed due to Presidents’ Day. Grocery shopping at Geissler’s Supermarket, East Windsor, every Wednesday at 9 a.m.

Mobile Food Share at St. Catherine’s Parking Lot – Fridays, Feb. 13 and 27, from 1:45 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

FITNESS/HEALTH Wii Bowling, every Monday at 12:30 p.m. except Feb. 16 when the Senior Center is closed due to Presidents’ Day Chair Yoga, every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m.

Wii Zumba, every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m.

Fitness Class for those 60 years and older, every Thursday from 10 a.m.- 11 a.m. $5 per class except no class on Feb. 26 (monthly birthday social).

Free blood pressure and sugar screening Thursday, Feb. 5, from 10 p.m.12:30 p.m.

Foot care is offered on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. There is a $29 charge for foot care. Please call for an appointment.

ART Art with Tex will be held every Monday at 12:30 p.m. except Feb. 16 when the Senior Center is closed due to Presidents’ Day. JEWELRY MAKING WITH JANICE Jewelry making with Janice, every other Friday at 10:30 a.m., Feb. 13 and 27. Payment is $10 and can be made directly to Janice.

BOOK CLUB Book discussion is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 23, at 10:30 a.m. Book Selection: “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry” by Gabrielle Zevin IN-HOUSE MOVIE The romantic comedy “500 Days of Summer” will be shown on Friday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m.–11:45 a.m.

MONTHLY SOCIAL The monthly social will be on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 12:30 p.m.

Featured entertainment will be Silver Wolf, singer of 1950s and country music.

TRIPS Trinity on Main - Valentine’s Day Dinner and Show – Vic and Sticks, $20 per person, Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Warehouse Point Library, Wednesday, Feb. 4, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

CRRA Trash Museum with lunch at Windsor 75, $2 per person, bring money for lunch; Wednesday, Feb. 4, 9:30 a.m.2 p.m.

Big Y Supermarket Presentation at the Big Y, East Windsor, Feb. 6 – 9:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Lunch at Hibachi Grill, West

Hartford, bring money for lunch Thursday, Feb. 19, 10:30 a.m.– 1:30 p.m.

34th Annual Flower & Garden Show 2015, CT Convention Center. $14 per person Friday, Feb. 20, from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Air museum and lunch at Stir the Pot, $10 per person, bring money for lunch; Friday, Feb. 27, 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

EVENTS AND PROGRAMS at the East Windsor Senior Center One-on-One Law Sessions, second Tuesday of the month, Feb. 10, 12:30 p.m. Please call for an appointment.

Tea Time, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.– 11 a.m.

In-House Bingo, Thursday, Feb. 12, from 12:30 p.m.–2 p.m.

Women’s Heart Program – St. Francis at the East Windsor Senior Center, Friday, Feb. 13, 12:30 p.m.

Focus Group, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Food for Thought, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 11 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Healthy Minds, Healthy Hearts, Touchpoints iCare Presentation, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 12:30 p.m.

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Rise Above Expands Offering of School, Community Events

Ellington

By Deb Stauffer

ELLINGTON - It will be a busy spring filled with the spirit of community for Ellington’s Rise Above Student Leadership Group.

On Saturday, Feb. 28, they will host Gallery Night at The Ellington Senior Center on 40 Maple St. from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Ellington artists of all ages will have an opportunity to showcase their work. The goal is to have a variety of art displays and demonstrations along with musical entertainment and refreshments to highlight the art experience. Event chairperson and Rise Above senior Megan Niger feels athletics gets a good deal of support in town and would love to see the arts celebrated.

“It is time to show support and recognition for those who are able to communicate beautiful things through creation and imagination and show the artists of our community that what they do is important and appreciated,” Niger said.

Admission is free. Any Ellington resident interested in participating in this

new event should email Megan at EllingtonGallery15@gmail.com. More artists are needed.

Next up will be on Saturday, March 21, when Rise Above in conjunction with Ellington High School’s Opening Knight Players will present the third annual Small Town Big Talent

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Community Variety Show. The show will take place at Ellington High School at 7 p.m. and the cost of admission is $8 for adults and $6 for senior citizens and students. Every year Rise Above members choose a local charity to support with the variety show and this year proceeds will benefit the Austin P. Tautkus

Memorial Scholarship Fund. Open auditions will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 17, or Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ellington High School auditorium. Community members of all ages and all varieties of talent are encouraged

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First Selectman Maurice Blanchette said the town had received donated no smoking signs, but they did not meet the specifications under the original ordinance. That ordinance had required that signs with letters at least 4 inches high be posted to warn people about the law.

Since the donated signs had smaller lettering, they could not be used without the amendment, deleting the type size

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ELLINGTON – No smoking signs will soon be going up on town property.

The Board of Selectmen voted at its Jan. 12 meeting to amend the town’s No Smoking Ordinance.

Approved in August 2013, the original ordinance prohibited smoking in any town building or any park, playground or recreation area or facility. Included in the ordinance are trails, beaches and ath-

Magic Show Celebrates Take Your Child to the Library Day

ELLINGTON - Saturday, Feb. 7, is Take Your Child to the Library Day in Connecticut. Libraries throughout the state will have special events and programs for children who come into their buildings on that day.

In Ellington, the Hall Memorial Library will be having Bryan Flint perform his spectacular “The Magic of Reading” magic show. His performance, which is highly interactive, will demonstrate that through reading a

wide variety of books, we can travel through space and time, by unlocking our imaginations.

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Open Cockpit Day on Sunday, February 15th.

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Visitors will be permitted to climb into the cockpits of up to 8 vintage aircraft, a fullmotion flight simulator and two static flight simulator. The open cockpits include the Vietnam era “Huey” helicopter; the North American F-100 Super Sabre jet fighter; the Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon; the Lockheed F-104C Starfighter and more.

The New England Air Museum will hold family fun activities February 16th -20th. The Museum’s Flight Sim Spot will be open each of these days between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The Flight Sim Spot allows visitors to use state-of-the-art simulators using real cockpit controls.

Monday, February 16th, LEGO Contest. Step into a room full of LEGOs and create a “SPACE EXPLORATION” flying machine.” The program is for ages 3-12 and will run from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for each age category: 3-5, 6-8 & 9-12.

Tuesday, February 17th, LEGO Contest. Step into a room full of LEGOs and create a “SPACE EXPLORATION” flying machine.” The program is for ages 3-12 and will run from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for each age category: 3-5, 6-8 & 9-12.

There also will be hands on activities for the enjoyment of the younger visitors during the event. For the convenience of all, a food vendor will be on site serving sandwiches, snacks and hot & cold drinks. The event will be held inside the Museum’s three large, heated display hangars. Sneakers or rubber-soled shoes are recommended.

Wednesday, February 18th, Aero Modeling Workshop. This program runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is offered on a fi rst-come, first-served basis. This activity takes about an hour and a half to complete. Children ages 8-14 can build and fly their own models. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There is a $5.00 cost for the kit.

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aviation pioneer and daredevil, Charles Hamilton, will be performed at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm.

Friday, February 20th, Straw Rocket Competition. Design a rocket built around a straw that will fly to a specified target using a compressed air launcher.

The New England Air Museum is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Town Council Questions Plans for Thompsonville Development

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ENFIELD – Some members of the Town Council are unhappy with a staff plan for the Thompsonville section of town.

At a Special Town Council meeting Jan. 20, Assistant Town Manager of Development Services Courtney Hendricson talked out the continuing plans to transform the Thompsonville area into a safe, fun, walkable, attractive village within Enfield, according to the minutes of the meeting.

Hendricson said the town purchased 33 N. River St. and is preparing to make it a transit center.

She said the town is hoping to bring the Strand Theater back as a vibrant community gathering place.

She added in terms of economic value, programs by the Community Development group continue to help promote private investments through façade programs, housing and building rehab, home ownership incentives and tax incentives. To keep the momentum going, town staff are proposing using the Village Center at 100 High St. as a community and performing arts center.

She pointed out many people in Enfield and the surrounding area travel for cultural events. She said being the

Enfield Republicans Crazy Whist Card Party

ENFIELD - The Enfield Republican Town Committee will be holding its annual Crazy Whist Card Party on Friday, Feb. 27, in the Weymouth Road Fire Department hall, 199 Weymouth Rd., Enfield.

The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the Crazy Whist Card Party will begin at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided along with prizes for high and

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She said the Village Center will hold 150 patrons, while the Strand holds almost 750 patrons. She said the Village Center is a place for small, intimate performances, and the Strand would be able to hold larger events.

Assistant Town Manager Derrik Kennedy said in response to a question

by Councilor Joseph Bosco that the cost for the architect for the project is $6,000 for the $3 million to $4 million project.

Bosco questioned spending millions of dollars on 100 High St. and the Strand Theater. He said there has to be some return for that money, and he doesn’t believe the town will ever get that return. He said he would rather see 100 High St. sold. He also said he doesn’t recall authorizing $6,000 for an architect.

Councilor Carol Hall said she didn’t

know the town was moving forward with any study on this building and that plans were physically being drawn. She agreed with Councilor Bosco regarding being shocked and surprised that this was done without the council’s approval.

Hall said she is not saying what her position would be on the project, but that she loves the idea of an arts center in Thompsonville and that this is a great concept. She said she would definitely gear it toward the Strand and prefers that 100 High St. be sold.

Town Manager Matthew Coppler said it was his impression that the staff was doing what they thought the council wanted, which was to present a viable alternative for 100 High St. Mayor Scott Kaupin thanked the staff for the presentation. He said he wants town staff to think outside the box and that the staff is given latitude with dollars within budget line items.

ENFIELD - The Woman’s Club of Enfield/General Federation of Women’s Clubs is accepting applications for the Phipps Memorial Scholarship Award and the Dorothy E. Schoelzel Memorial

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Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, Feb. 10, and may be obtained by calling Barbara Sackett at 860-7450892.

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Five-Year Grant To Benefit Out-of-School Time Activities

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ENFIELD—A five-year grant has been awarded to Educational Resources for Children (ERfC) to administer outof-school time activities in three Enfield Title One schools.

The 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant (CCLC), funded through the CT Department of Education, will provide $640,000 over five years to Henry Barnard, Enfield Street School, and Hazardville

Memorial School, for academic support after school in core subjects such as math and literacy, offer support to families, and increase academic, social, enrichment, and recreational and health programming. These schools provide free and reduced lunches to over 40% of the children enrolled.

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Special Storytime for Children with Autism

ENFIELD - Connections: a Storytime for Children with Autism ages 3-6 will be held the second and fourth Friday of every month beginning Feb. 13 and ending May 22. Children and families will make “Connections” with one another as well as with books and the library. The program will address the needs of children with sensory processing issues by creating a predictable, hands-on storytime designed to engage all of the senses. Musical instruments, a sand and water table, and sensory stepping stones will be integrated into the stories, songs, and crafts that make up a typical story-

time.

Renee Coro, music therapist, will make appearances at several storytimes thanks to a grant from Autism Happens Foundation, Inc., which helps families in the early detection of autism and provides assistance and direction for the special needs of those involved. To date, it has provided over $10,000 to families throughout the state coping with various aspects of autism.

For more information on this program, please call the library at 860-7637517 or the main library number at 860763-7510.

award, he said, “Setting our students on a path to success sometimes requires providing extra support outside of the typical school day. Quality after-school programs provide an important opportunity to deliver extra help to our students who need it.”

Jeffrey Schuman, Superintendent of Enfield Schools, said, “We are thankful for the partnership with ERfC to bring 21st Community Learning Center funding to our schools. Our expanded partnership will make it possible for an additional 100 students to participate in after school activities at the ERfC SchoolAge Centers. This new grant will help working parents and expand learning opportunities for our students.”

ERfC Executive Director Claire C. Hall said the funding will provide literacy activities led by certified teachers, mentoring, homework help, hands-on science and technology programs, as well as arts, health, cultural activities

and sports.

ERfC, a community-based non-profit organization, has been providing innovative out-of-school time programs for Enfield since 1994. ERfC is supported by community and individual donors, foundations, funding businesses, through the CT Department of Education, and the United Way of Central and Northeastern CT Investment Fund.

ERfC is a professional member of The Afterschool Alliance, Ready by 21, the CT After School Network, and the local Chamber of Commerce. In addition to the three Title One schools, ERfC School-Age Centers operate at Nathan Hale School and JFK Middle School.

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ENFIELD - Asnuntuck Community College held a Healthcare Career Open House on Thursday, Jan. 15, that drew more than 200 members of the public.

The evening included information regarding the 13 Healthcare Career Certificate Programs available at the college, as well as light refreshments, and free chair massages.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the healthcare industry is projected to create 3.2 million jobs by 2018.

“The great turnout at the Open House shows that people are recognizing the value of Asnuntuck’s programs in terms of high-quality, low-cost training that leads to jobs. Why pay thousands more when you could come to Asnuntuck, get personal attention, hands-on learning and reach your career goal in a matter of months at a much lower cost than other programs offer?” said ACC’s Dean of Continuing Education and Workforce Development Eileen Peltier. She added, “Our Massage Therapy program, for example, leads to the same state licensure that the other schools do, but at half the cost. In fact, all of our healthcare cer-

tificate programs lead to industry-recognized credentials that open employers’ doors for our students. I encourage anyone who’s interested in learning more to call our office today.”

Many programs are approved for SNAP and WIA-funding. Flexible payment plans are also available.

Those interested in exploring a career in healthcare are encouraged to visit wwww.asnuntuck.edu or call 860-2533034 or 860-253-3066 to learn more about the programs, which include EMT, Dental Assistant Program, Safety Dispatcher, Sterilization Technician, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy/EKG Technician, Veterinary Technician, Massage Therapy and Dental Assistant.

Two newer programs offered at Asnuntuck include Nail Technician and Esthetician.

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By Linda Tishler Levinson

SOMERS – What should Somers be like in the future?

Residents will have the opportunity to share their views on that question at a public hearing on the proposed Plan of

Conservation and Development from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 12 in the Town Hall auditorium.

The Plan of Conservation and Development is a guide for the development of the town.

“As Somers residents and officials implement this plan, those efforts will help protect important resources, guide appropriate development, address community needs, protect community character, and enhance the quality of life of current and future resident,” the document states.

“Somers derives much of its character and quality of life from its unique combination of natural,historic, and scenic resources. By protecting these important resources and guiding future development, Somers can maintain and enhance

community character and quality of life for generations to come,” it further states.

Among the goals of the plan are preserving open space, continued support for farms and farming, preserving and enhancing the town’s character by the establishment of a design reviewprocess, consideration of more roads for scenic designation, promoting sustainability and resiliency, enhancing Somers Center and Somersville Center, promoting economic development, improving residential patterns, adding land adjacent to municipal facilities to provide for possible future expansion and improving road conditions for bicyclists.

After the hearing, the Steering Committee will review the comments and consider additional refinements.

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Student Participates in Innovative, Interdisciplinary Project at School

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POMFRET - Jeffrey Austin of Somers, a member of the class of 2015 at Pomfret School in Pomfret, was recently part of an all-school academic experiment called Project: Pomfret.

From Dec. 2-17, in place of structured class time and homework, students were instead tackling one of 27 innovative exercises in learning that saw plenty of overlap between academic disciplines.

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SOMERS - All adults are invited to participate in the Somers Senior Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s David Gwilliam Mohegan Sun Casino bus trip on Friday, March 20.

You do not have to be a senior citizen or a resident of Somers. Passengers must be at the Somers Senior Center by 8:15 a.m. Bus will leave promptly at 8:30 a.m. and will return to the center at approximately 5:15 p.m. Trip cost of $20 includes round-trip deluxe bus, two gambling vouchers, voucher towards the cost of lunch, and the bus driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gratuity.

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reservation (cash or check), along with list of the full name and contact telephone number for each person. No refunds. All checks should be payable to the Somers Recreation Department.

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Maple Sugaring in Old New England at Vernon Historical Society

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VERNON - On Sunday, March 1, (snow day on Sunday, March 8) at 2 p.m. the next meeting of the Vernon

Historical Society will include a presentation by Dennis Picard, museum director of the Storrowton Village Museum in

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State Rep. David W. Kiner (D-Enfield, East Windsor) took the oath of office on Jan. 7 at the State Capitol, beginning his third term as state representative of the 59th Assembly District. Kiner was appointed to serve as the House’s Deputy Majority Whip at Large by Speaker of the House Brendan Sharkey. The Deputy Majority Whip at Large assists the Majority Whip in garnering support for certain legislative measure.

West Springfield, Massachusetts, about the history of the New England maple sugar harvest including the folklore of maple sugar making from the native Americans to the end of the 19th century.

For New England farmers, the maple sugar harvest signaled the start of the agricultural season. The time of the sap flow occurred near the vernal equinox, and the maple trees were tapped for several weeks. Once the ground was no longer frozen and the snow was gone, the sap stopped flowing. Over 150 years ago, sap was then carried to the boiling place in pails by the aid of a neck-yoke and stored in hogsheads. It was then boiled or evaporated in immense kettles or caldrons set in huge stone arches.

Maple sugar is rarely seen today in the market as the demand is almost now exclusively for syrup.

Picard, who began his career in 1978 at Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, has been a museum professional in the “Living History” field for over 35 years. He has authored many articles on the lifestyles and folkways of New England and has also served as a consultant for many Historical Societies and Museums. He will conduct his program at Vernon Historical Society dressed in period attire.

The Vernon Historical Society, located at 734 Hartford Turnpike in Vernon, invites everyone to join us for an enlightening look back at traditional New England folkway that signaled the end of winter and the approach of spring.

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SOMERS - The Somers office of Connecticut Commercial Realty & Select Homes has announced the lease of Unit 9, a 720 square foot space in Lord Somers Plaza, located at 11 South Rd. in Somers. The new tenant is Countryside Yoga owned and operated

by Stephanie Lippmann. Broker Victoria Clark of Connecticut Commercial Realty & Select Homes represented the landlord and tenant in this transaction.

Lippmann grew up as an athlete playing soccer, softball and basketball.

During college she gave up sports, but stayed active by attending every yoga class offered at her school. In a short time, this energetic young woman was offered the instructor position.

Lippmann was certified through YogaFit in 2008 and has been teaching classes ever since from Dennis, Massachusetts, to Middletown, Rhode Island, to Tolland and Vernon.

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opened Countryside Yoga at Trusz Family Farms in East Granby teaching outdoor classes in the vineyard of the farm. Countryside Yoga is happy to be expanding into Somers. They can be found on the web at www.countrysideyoga.com and at Countryside Yoga on Facebook.

Connecticut Commercial Realty and Select Homes is a family owned and operated company with brokerage in Connecticut and Massachusetts and has offices at 199 Broad St. in New London, and 612 Main St. in Somers. The firm operates divisions in residential and commercial real estate brokerage, as well as certified appraisal, auction and management services. The Somers office continues to market two additional spaces in the newly remodeled Lord Somers Plaza. Visit them at www.ccrsales.com and on Facebook at CCR Select Homes for regular market updates and information.

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SOMERS - Somers Village Players have announced the cast for their spring production of “The Psychic” by Sam Bobrick. This award winning “mystery of sorts” will play at Joanna’s Banquet Room in late April. Director Erin Chaffee will lead Justin Martin and Regina Erpenbeck as the psychic and his customer, along with Christine Zdbeski as the gun moll, Al Mulvey (the cop), Alex Carrasco (a gangster), and David Crowell (the shady husband).

Winner of the 2011 Mystery Writers of America Edgar Allen Poe Award, “The Psychic” follows a down on his

luck writer who tries psychic readings to pay the rent. His sign attracts a variety of unusual and bumbling clients, whose antics will keep you laughing.

The Village Players moved their dinner theatres to Joanna’s in 2007, and have been active in Somers for 44 years. In addition to producing plays and musicals, they suport other local groups and provide annual scholarships to students in the performing arts.

For more information about the Players, visit their website at www.somersvillageplayers.org.

SOMERS - The Somers Women’s Club has scheduled its next monthly meeting for Thursday, Feb. 5. The event will be held in the Foundation Room of the Somers Congregational Church, 599 Main St. A finger-food luncheon will be served at 11:45 a.m., followed by a discussion of business.

The guest speaker is a representative of Manes & Motion Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc., a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the wellbeing of children and adults living with

physical, cognitive, and/or emotional disabilities. Located in Middletown, the center has been selected as the charity benefiting from the General Federation of Women’s Clubs of Connecticut’s Two-Year Project. The speaker’s topic, which will describe the benefits of horse therapy, is “Animal Tales! Pictures & Stories of Horses.”

For additional information, please call Arlene at 860-749-9022 or Charlotte at 860-749-3190.

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Antique Bottle Club Show and Sale

SOMERS - The Somers Antique Bottle Club will hosts its 45th annual show and sale on Sunday, Feb. 22, at St. Bernard School, Pearl Street, Enfield.

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The Museum of Ct. Glass will present informational displays. Free appraisal of old bottles will be available. Food will be catered by the Enfield Historical Society. Admission is $2 with children 12 and under free.

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New England Air Museum To Hold Open Cockpit Day on Feb. 15

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WINDSOR LOCKS – The New England Air Museum in Windsor Locks will hold its next Open Cockpit Day on Sunday, Feb. 15.

On that day, visitors will be permitted to climb into the cockpits of up to eight vintage aircraft, a full-motion flight simulator and one static flight simulator.

The open cockpits include the Vietnam era “Huey” helicopter; the North American F-100 Super Sabre jet fighter; the Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon; the Lockheed F-104C Starfighter and more.

Museum educators will provide hands-on activities for younger visitors and the Museum’s Flight Sim Spot fullflight simulator experience will be available throughout most of the day. For the convenience of visitors, a food vendor will be on site serving sandwiches, snacks and beverages.

The event will be held inside the museum’s three large, heated display hangars.

The Open Cockpit program runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the museum and gift shop staying open until 5 p.m.

Sneakers or rubber-soled shoes are recommended.

Admission is $12 for ages 12 and up, $11 for seniors 65 and up and $6.50 for ages 4 to 11. Children under 3 are admitted free. For more information, visit www.neam.org or call 860-623-3305.

The New England Air Museum is the largest aviation museum in New England and is a private, non-profit educational institution that was organized in 1959. Three larger hangars and an outdoor display contain more than 80 aircraft with permanent exhibits that include the oldest surviving aircraft in the U.S. – the 1870 Silas M. Brooks Balloon Basket, as well as an S-39 Amphibian plane – the first aircraft built in Connecticut by aviation pioneer Igor Sikorsky. Featured year-round are many historical aircraft and exhibits including a focus on World War II’s Tuskegee Airmen, and a display about Amelia Earhart alongside a Lockheed Model 10 Electra – the same type of plane flown by the female aviator.

The Air Museum is dedicated to pre-

serving and presenting historically significant aircraft and related artifacts, engaging visitors through high-quality exhibits helping them to understand aviation technology and history and inspiring students through innovative and hands-on educational programs. It is owned and operated by the Connecticut Aeronautical Historical Association and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, with four full-time employ-

ees, 18 part-time employees, and more than 175 volunteers. The New England Air Museum is located on 36 Perimeter Rd. (off Route 75) on the North end of the Bradley International Airport airfield in Windsor Locks. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week, and features a large gift shop. For more information, visit www.neam.org, call 860-623-3305 or go to Facebook at New England Air Museum.

MANCHESTER - Richard Gummoe owner of Connecticut Valley Distillery, the maker of Smugglers Rum, is pleased to announce that it has been chosen to be the new official sponsor for the fifth annual Pirates Salty Ball. The Pirates Salty Ball is a gathering of scurvy pirates, saucy wenches and great piratical music.

The Ball comes to Connecticut to benefits Testicular Cancer research and during the evening the new Pirate King of New England will be crowned. As described by the founder of the Salty Ball, the position of Pirate King of New England is a high position of no particular worth. Bragging rights is its own reward. There will be bawdy songs, snacks, dancing and general mayhem, including great pirate booty (a.k.a. door

prizes) all to benefit the research.

In honor of the Pirate King of New England, Connecticut Valley Distilleries will be holding a tasting of Smugglers Rum at M&R Liquor Store located at 120 Tolland Turnpike (Rte. 83), Manchester, which is located across the street from 20 Taylor St., Manchester, the Baymont Inn is the location of the event. There the crew will feature exotic drinks made with Smugglers Rum and served by the Smugglers Rum Saucy Wenches.

Join the fun on Feb. 28 for the tasting and for festivities at this pirate formal event. Additional information on where to purchase tickets is available on Facebook at Connecticut Valley Distillery Smugglers Rum or The Pirates 5th Salty Ball.

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Town Appoints Advisory Committee To Review Employee Health Plans

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STAFFORD – The town now has a Wellness Advisory Committee.

The Board of Selectmen voted at its Jan. 8 meeting to appoint the committee to discuss and review employee health insurance plans.

“It was explained that the municipali-

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The Cadillac tax comes into play when insurance plans offer more than what is considered standard, and that difference is considered taxable income.

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created to find ways to save on insurance.

The board voted unanimously to create the committee and appointed the following members: Patricia Collin, superindentent of schools; Lori Davis, human resources specialist; Stephen Clark, public works; Bruce Davis, facil-

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Stafford Arts on Main

Stafford Arts on Main is Friday, Feb. 13, starting at 6 p.m. Featuring local artists and photographers such as Jacqueline Sidor at Middle Ground Café, Quaboag Hills Photo Club at Three Graces Vintage, and Annmarie’s Jewelry at Windowbox Boutique. The Stafford Historical Society will have a display at Sabor 44. The Painted Hand above is by Jacqueline Sidor.

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Lawmakers, Business Leaders Tour American Sleeve Bearing

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STAFFORD - State lawmakers toured American Sleeve Bearing, the local manufacturing company specializing in sleeve bearings and bushings, to better understand Connecticutâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business climate for small manufacturers.

State Sen. Tony Guglielmo and State Rep. Kurt Vail, both of Stafford, joined the Connecticut Business & Industry

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Baby Born During Storm Juno

During the first major snowstorm of 2015 and two days past due, Zachary and Stephanie Duplissie welcomed their baby girl Paisley Ryan to the world at Johnson Memorial Hospital. Paisley Ryan was born at 6:02 p.m. at JMH, was delivered by Donna Lowney, CNM, weighed 8 pounds 11 ounces and measured 21 inches. The family was able to travel to JMH before the storm was in full effect and Stephanie was the only mom giving birth during â&#x20AC;&#x153;Storm Juno.â&#x20AC;? Pictured from left to right: Zachary Duplisse, Stephanie Duplisse and Paisley Ryan.

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ASB boasts 30 employees and competes internationally in a strictly-commercial industry. It remains one of the largest manufacturers in the United States for metric bearings and bushings.

CBIA set up the tour as part of its continuous work of making employees, employers and industry professionals at the forefront of discussion in Connecticut government.

Johnson Memorial Announces Scholarship

STAFFORD - Johnson Memorial Medical Center (JMMC), the parent company of Johnson Memorial Hospital (JMH), is accepting scholarship applications for its Medical Staff Scholarship Program. Applications can be obtained by contacting Kate Sullivan Vaghini, Development Associate at 860-6848162 or email Kate.SullivanVaghini@ jmmc.com. The $1,000 scholarships provide financial support to students pursuing studies in Health or Human Services

related fields. The Medical Staff began awarding the scholarships in 2004 to local high school students. The program has since expanded to include employees of JMMC, their children, both teen and adult volunteers as well as previous recipients, from the past three years, as they continue to pursue their degrees.

High school students in the class of 2015 that reside in Ellington, Enfield, Somers, Stafford or Tolland may apply.

The deadline for submitting applications is April 1.Â

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Golden Anniversary Marked for Global Leader in Stafford

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STAFFORD - Stafford recently celebrated a golden anniversary with TTM Technologies. TTM produces printed circuit board products for the United States Department of Defense. State

Sen. Tony Guglielmo (R-Stafford) joined newly elected state Rep. Kurt Vail (R-Stafford) and local dignitaries along with workers and residents in the momentous occasion by presenting a let-

ter of commendation from the state and helping cut the ceremonial ribbon.

“Anytime we can congratulate a job creator like TTM Technologies for continuous business and innovation spanning half a century, it is an honor,” Sen. Guglielmo said.

TTM has annual sales of more than $150 million and employs more than 600 people. “TTM has been a mainstay in Stafford and I'm excited to celebrate this monumental occasion with them. I wish them the best of luck and continued success,” Vail said.

As part of the company’s year-long celebration, the owners built and installed a new bell tower to replace the

original tower that was removed in 1948. According to company officials, prior to its removal in 1948, the bell tower stood atop the mill building for 67 years from when the building was built in 1881.

Guests were offered a tour of the facility to see how the product is made and to meet employees. TTM Technologies is listed on NASDAQ, and has headquarters in Costa Mesa, California, with operations in the United States and China.

The letter given by Guglielmo and Vail will be framed and displayed in the TTM Technologies main customer conference room.

Annual Father-Daughter Valentine Dance

‘A Night of Two Marys’ at Johnson Memorial

State Sen. Tony Guglielmo (R-Stafford) recently joined his mother, Mary Guglielmo, and Mary Alsing at a celebration honoring the two women for their decades of service to Johnson and Memorial Hospital in Stafford. Both women are 97 years old and were born in May 1918 just weeks apart. Mary Guglielmo has logged more than 22,000 hours volunteering at Johnson and Memorial Hospital for the last 32 years. Mary Alsing has logged more than 11,000 hours volunteering at the hospital. After the awards and flowers were presented to the star volunteers, family and friends along with hospital staff enjoyed a reception. Johnson Memorial Hospital is set to merge with St. Francis Care in Hartford. From left, Mary Alsing, Stuart Rosenberg of Johnson Memorial Hospital, Mary Guglielmo, Sen. Guglielmo, and Patrick Mahon of Johnson Memorial Hospital at the volunteer recognition ceremony in Stafford.

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The cost, which includes admission, a flower for each girl and refreshments, is $15 per couple and $5 for each additional girl. There will be dance contests and door prizes. The event is sponsored by the Stafford Lions Club.

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STAFFORD – The 19th annual Father-Daughter Valentine Dance will be held on Saturday, Feb. 14, at Stafford High School from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Stafford girls in grades kindergarten to fifth are invited to bring their dad, granddad, uncle etc. to the dance. Dress in your finest to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

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Controversial Votes Appoint New Selectman

Suffield

By Linda Tishler Levinson

SUFFIED – Edward Basile is the newest member of the Board of Selectmen.

The board voted Jan. 7 to appoint Basile to fill the unexpired term of Mel Chafetz, who resigned after being named interim superintendent of schools beginning Jan. 1, following the resignation of Karen Baldwin.

Basile served as a Democrat on the Parks and Recreation Commission in the

mid-1980s and on the Economic Development Commission in the late 1980s. He was elected town treasurer for three consecutive four-year terms from 1991 to 2003. Basile also spent 10 years as the school business manager until he retired last year.

Basile received the appointment with three votes by the board for the appointment and Selectman Brian Fitzgerald voting present, according to the minutes of the meeting.

The appointment was not without controversy. Basile was selected over Peter Hill, who had been nominated for the position by the Democratic Town Committee.

Chafetz, who had been elected a selectman while not being affiliated with a party, registered as a Democrat days before his resignation. Under the town charter, his replacement had to be from the same party. Several members of the public said they feel the party’s nominee should be appointed.

Basile, who had been an unaffiliated voter, registered as a Democrat shortly before his appointment.

He said he became an unaffiliated voter in 2003 when he became the school business manager. He said he registered as a Democrat the previous Monday.

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Tribute Honors Pioneering Hockey Coach Larry Green

Suffield

By Lisa Stone

SUFFIELD - Many people gathered at the Enfield Twin Rinks in Enfield to celebrate the life and honor the coaching achievements of the late coach Larry Green. On Dec. 13, the Suffield Wildcats hockey team dedicated a memorial banner to Green and hung it on the wall of the rink.

The banner says, “In Memory of Lawrence Green.

Father of Suffield Ice Hockey.”

Wildcats hockey coach Nick Boorman told the crowd what Coach Green meant to the Suffield High hockey team back in 1974. “Larry Green was a pioneer of youth hockey,” Boorman said. “He co-founded the Suffield Flyers Hockey Club and took it one step further. He was solely responsible for creating the interscholastic hockey team at Suffield High. That was done with no help from the Suffield Board of Education. He demanded players show true sportsmanship and team playing. Larry Green was truly the father of Suffield Ice Hockey.”

After Boorman addressed the crowd, he then asked spectators for a moment of silence in honor of Green.

As soon as the national anthem was finished, the game began.

“As soon as the puck was dropped, a Wildcat player got ahold of the puck and scored,” said Green’s daugh-

ter, Cindy Morrissey. “I thought that was wonderful. I couldn’t help but feel that was for my dad.”

Green’s wife, Fran Green, along with his son, Bruce Green, were also in attendance. “This was a really nice tribute to Larry,” Fran said. “A lot of really nice things were said. It feels good to be back in the rink. I can’t help but remember how he used to tell me to yell out to the kids when they were on the ice. He felt that was encouraging them and helped to get them in the right frame of mind for the game. I know he is watching us

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In the 1978-79 hockey season, Green brought his team to the state division II championship and won it in grand style. In 1979, Green was voted Coach of the Year. When Green stepped down as coach in 1985, he left behind a legacy of taking the Suffield High hockey team to the state tournament each season.

“Mr. Green taught us more than just how to play hockey,” said Suffield High alumnus Wright Pearson. “He instilled the idea that we need to give 120 percent in everything we do. That idea has stuck with a lot of his alumni hockey players. We knew that if we didn’t want to give the 120 percent, we may as well just stay home. We carry that idea in everything we do in life. He was always there for his players. He was such a great guy! We will really miss him.”

Another alumni player, Danny Hinckley, was in attendance the night of the unveiling of the banner in honor of his former coach. “Mr. Green was an awesome guy,” Hinckley said. “We all really look up to him. Being here tonight brings back great memories.

Just the smell of the ice brings me right back to the days of playing for Mr. Green. I really miss those days.”

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Take Your Child to the Library Day Activities

Suffield

SUFFIELD - The Kent Memorial Library will join other libraries throughout the country by participating in Take Your Child to the Library Day on Saturday, Feb. 7. Parents with children of all ages are invited to visit the library.

Discover the wonders of having a Kent Memorial Library card. Check out a book, magazine, audiobook or DVD. Find out how you and your child can learn another language through Mango

Languages, explore your family roots with Ancestry.com, or learn out how to check out an e-book. There are also special programs throughout the day: Children’s Book Sale - throughout the day, the Friends of the Kent Memorial Library will conduct a special Children’s Book Sale.

It’s a great opportunity to get kids to read, especially since the library’s winter reading challenge does not end until

Final Suffield Winter Farmer’s Market

SUFFIELD - The Suffield Winter Farmer’s Market has only one more market scheduled for this season before closing until June. There is one more opportunities to purchase local vegetables, fruits, jams, preserves and baked goods.

Local crafters and vendors also have their wares covering a large variety of items. There are knitted and crocheted items and products made from alpaca wool. Suffield’s own inventor has his wrap-chaps for keeping you dry and warm through these winter months and

there are custom hand-carved walking sticks, just to name a few of the items available.

The farmers’ market on Feb. 7 will be at the Large Animal Facility in back of the high school, 1060 Sheldon St. in West Suffield. The hours will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information please contact Ellie Binns, Suffield Zoning and Planning, at 860-668-3848 or ebinns@suffieldtownhall.com or visit the market’s website at www.suffieldfarmersmarket.com.

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Valentine Wreath Craft – Between 10 a.m. and noon, drop in anytime to make a valentine wreath craft.

Chinese New Year Celebration – At 3 p.m., the Asian Performing Arts will offer a story time on the customs of the Chinese New Year celebration.

Registration is required for this program suitable for children in grades kindergarten through 5th.

Register by calling the library at 860668-3896.

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Donations are tax-deductible, and can be dropped off at the shop, 116 Mountain Rd., CVS Plaza, Suffield, MondaySaturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more about the shop, visit facebook.com/secondchanceshopsct.

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New Chevy Trax a Strong Sub-Compact Crossover Vehicle

Automotive

By Keith Griffin

The sub-compact crossover market is about to explode in the U.S. and Chevrolet is smartly positioned to take full advantage. The Chevrolet Trax is hitting the United States after two successful years of global sales in 66 markets.

What makes it right for New England? Good pricing, strong fuel economy, and available all-wheel drive top the list of its strong selling points. It also has a lot of available technology not normally found at its pricepoint.

The 2015 Chevrolet Trax is powered by a 1.4-liter turbo engine rated at 138 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. On paper that doesn’t sound like much, but in 100 miles of driving around San Diego I had no problems with acceleration and merging. It’s not going to win any stoplight drag races, but it’s also not going to turn your knuckles white merging on 91 North.

The six-speed automatic transmission is responsive under hard acceleration and never seems to hunt for the right gear. The electronic power steering was also responsive and maneuvered the Trax well in tight parking situations.

Another strong selling point is its cargo capacity. It has up to 48.4 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seat folded – and 18.7 cubic feet of storage

space behind the split-folding rear seatbacks. That’s more than Nissan Juke and comparable to Kia Soul and Jeep Renegade, its competition in the segment.

The cargo area has a wide opening for easily moving packages in and out. The cargo cover also stores easily for when you have larger items. Too many covers simply disengage and flop around the cargo area, potentially becoming deadly missiles in a collision.

One element of the Trax that is less than endearing would be its multiple storage compartments. There are 15 interior storage compartments including upper and lower storage in each door,

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Pricing is also another strong feature.

The base LS trim level starts at $20,995.

It includes standard Chevrolet MyLink infotainment with a 7-inch-diagonal touch screen, OnStar 4G LTE with builtin Wi-Fi hotspot, segment-exclusive standard rearview camera system (excluding other GM vehicles), rear fold-flat and front-passenger fold-flat seats, USB port, air conditioning, power locks and windows, power outside mirrors and remote keyless entry. All-wheel drive is available for an additional

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The LT trim level starts at $22,445 and the LTZ at $25,030 (all prices are before $875 destination charge). The LTZ includes all the creature comforts most drivers expect, including heated front seats, six-way power driver seat, auto-dimming rearview mirror, 18-inch wheels, and rear park assist. Adding those features to the LT trim level adds $670 to the bottom line.

To be frank, the interior, while efficiently designed, leaves a little bit to be desired. The interior gaps seemed prominent. However, interior comfort isn’t an issue with the front seats both accommodating and comfortable. The Trax is also a fairly quiet car both under acceleration and at cruising speeds thanks to an acoustic windshield and other noise dampening enhancements.

Fuel economy for the front-wheel drive Trax models is 26-mpg city and 34-mpg highway, which is segment leading, for a combined 29-mpg. AWD drops those numbers to 24-mpg city and 31-mpg highway for a combined 27mpg. It’s a drop that doesn’t penalize you much with falling fuel prices.

According to the EPA, you’ll spend an extra $100 a year.

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