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Thrift shop contains ‘Hidden Treasures’

Friday, April 28, 2023

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By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

SOUTHINGTON — A husband and wife who recently opened a thrift shop hope to offer hidden treasures to customers looking for a deal on unique or antique items.

Garrett and Diana Henry opened their shop Hidden Treasures at 1656 MeridenWaterbury Turnpike last month. They’re marketing to customers who enjoy the hunt, saying there’s something different in the store every week.

Garrett and Diana Henry are the owners of Hidden Treasures, a new thrift store at 1656 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike in Southington.

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“You can find anything,” Diana Henry said. “We’ve got things from all over the place. You will never know what you will get.”

In celebration of Earth Day, state Rep. Francis Rexford Cooley and a group of volunteers assembled to cleanup debris and litter around the boat launch at Hamlin Pond in Plainville. “As encouraging as it is to get so much cleaned up, it’s disappointing that it was there,” Cooley stated.

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Land trust festival May 13

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SOUTHINGTON — The Southington Conservation Land Trust will celebrate its 50th anniversary on May 13 at Mount Southington.

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In her day job, Diana Henry provides care for disabled patients. Her husband is a cook supervisor.

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Southington officials approve expansion of Cava Restaurant

Town planners approved the move unanimously during the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on April 18.

Restaurant owners were represented by Sev Bovino, an engineer with Kratzert, Jones & Associates.

He outlined plans to dismantle a temporary dining area to the south of the main building and rebuild it as an addition to the back of the restaurant with a basement.

To allow for spread out seating during the pandemic, Cava owners put up a tent in 2020.

That temporary building is still being used for seating.

Bovino said the restaurant can’t use the temporary space allowed by state pandemic orders after April 30.

It’s currently sitting on parking lot pavement.

Storage, seating The restaurant has frequent elaborate decoration dis-

Tony Papahristou said when it’s rebuilt as a permanent addition, he’ll keep it as an experience room.

No plans for additional buildings Restaurant owners had plans to build a medical office building on land adjacent to Cava’s West Street location.

Town planners narrowly approved the special permit to put two buildings on one lot in 2020.

“Right now it’s the Cindarella room,” he said. “It’s a blank slate that we’re able to Peter Santago, a Planning decorate and keep the things and Zoning Commission up that people seem to like.” member, asked about the Moving the temporary build- status of that approval on ing will keep the space avail- April 18. “That decision is still out there. What’s to preable for seating as well as a vent another building from wine cellar that’ll be more being built on that propervisible to patrons. ty?” Santago asked.

In 2017, the restaurant unBovino said the restaurant’s dertook a major expansion one-year approval for that with the addition of rooftop plan has lapsed. dining. Seating was increased by 130, including a To build another building on 20-seat bar. the land, restaurant owners The expansion this year will be accompanied by a face lift for the rest of the restaurant including the rooftop dining.

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Later that year they built a 30-by-90-foot temporary building for the cold months.

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SOUTHINGTON — Cava Restaurant on West Street can expand following town approval, an addition that’ll transfer temporary COVID space into permanent dining areas and storage.

area). We don’t want the place to get old or ever look old,” Tony Papahristou said.

The addition’s basement will “The whole place is going to allow more storage for those feel like new again. It’s going decorations, according to to be amazing.”

Tony Papahristou, the restaurant manager and son The restaurant will maintain regular hours during the adof owner Stavros Papahrisdition and upgrades. tou. plays, rotated for different seasons.

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Eversource: Customers can expect to see summer energy bills decrease Press Release

After energy supply prices reached historic highs in New England last year due to natural gas supply constraints following the war in Ukraine and other global pressures, Eversource is letting its customers know they can expect to see a decrease on their bills when the next adjustment to the Standard Service rate takes place in Connecticut on July 1.

With energy supply markets in a downward trend, the energy company will file new electricity supply prices it receives from power suppliers with the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority in Connecticut after completing its procurement process as outlined in state regulations.

“We’re pleased to be able to let our customers know that relief is coming following historically high supply prices over the past year,” Eversource Vice President of Energy Supply James Daly stated. “As we finalize the next purchase of the power supply for customers who are signed up for our Standard Service rate, we also recognize that any potential decrease from historic highs will still mean high costs for our customers and urge anyone who may be struggling with their bill to reach out so that we can work together to find the best assistance program or payment plan to help in their individual case.”

The positive news about supply costs for customers comes as international economic factors continue to

play a significant role in the cost of natural gas, which provides the fuel for the majority of heat and electricity across Eversource’s threestate service area.

While customers can expect a decrease to the supply rate when it changes in each state this summer, the energy company is also informing customers that they should expect continued market volatility and higher supply costs this coming winter.

A customer’s total bill ultimately depends on how much energy is used, and the energy company is also reminding customers that typically usage significantly increases during the summer months when they run appliances like air conditioners to stay cool.

“As we head into the summer months, we advise our residential and commercial customers to take stock of their usage and how it can increase significantly when we run fans and air conditioners to stay cool, while also using other appliances,” said Eversource Executive Vice President of Customer Experience and Energy Strategy Penni Conner. “There are numerous energy efficiency solutions available on our website that can help customers reduce their usage, keeping their bills more affordable.”

Eversource only charges customers what it pays generators for producing the power – it does not earn a profit on the cost of electricity. The timeline and other details of the process differ in accordance with each state’s laws and regulations, contributing to supply prices that vary in line with the broader market in the different areas of Eversource’s service territory. In Connecticut, the Standard Service rate changes every January 1 and July 1.

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Sikhs celebrate spring festival in Southington

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SOUTHINGTON — Sikhs from the local community and throughout Connecticut came out to celebrate the arrival of spring with a festival and parade held April 16 in Southington.

Each year, Sikhs around the world celebrate the festival of Baisakhi. The holiday has special religious significance observed each year in midApril. Hundreds of Sikhs attended the annual festival hosted by the Gurdwara

Nanak Darbar temple, 1610 West St. Earlier in the day, the first Sikh Day parade took place on and around the Southington Green, followed by the festival on West Street.

Ekanjota Singh, Gurminder Sandu, and Setiender Bal, of South Windsor, enjoy a bit of food at the Sikh day festival in Southington on Sunday, April 23.

Philip Lord of South Windsor came to the festival with his daughter, who has friends in the Sikh community. “Charlotte has a best friend in the community who invited us,” Lord said. “I am from England, and we have a lot of culture with the Indian community. We have a lot of dishes that I quite enjoy.”

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CTDOT: Creating cleaner, safer transportation The Connecticut Department of Transportation joined other state DOTs, transit agencies, advocates, and groups nationwide to celebrate Earth Day 2023.

Saturday, April 22 marked the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, and the theme, Invest in Our Planet, is deeply connected to the work of CTDOT. “We are doing everything we can at CTDOT to reduce transportation emissions through smart infrastructure and service investments. We know the transportation sector is the single largest source of carbon emissions in Connecticut, and we have a responsibility to be part of the team making strides to protect our environment and natural resources for future generations,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. “Everything we do at CTDOT is rooted in advancing three principles: safety, accessibility, and sustainability. With these priorities guiding us, we are improving safety for all users of our systems, removing barriers to public transportation, and making smart, cost-effective investments to reduce carbon emissions.”

In recognition of Earth Day 2023, CTDOT is providing an update on its continued investments, programs, and policies to create a cleaner and healthier environment.

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NEVI plan. As part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, $5 billion will be dedicated

Pollinator program. CTDOT has 116 conservation areas comprised of approximately 200 acres of state property. These areas provide critical habitats for pollinating insects, such as bees and monarch butterflies, with more sites being added annually. These special pollinator corridors are created through reduced mowing and wildflower plantings.

For more information on the Pollinator Program, visit Section 7 of the CTDOT Vegetation Management Guidelines.

Roadway clean-up. CTDOT crews spend countless hours cleaning up litter, debris, and trash from Connecticut roadways every year. The work is ongoing to protect the environment and keep

motorists safe. CTDOT reminds the public the highway is not a trash can and to dispose of materials properly.

Vehicle miles traveled. Under Executive Order 21-3, CTDOT was directed to set a reduction target for vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and develop a plan of investments to influence the reductions. CTDOT has proposed a target VMT per person reduction of 5 percent by 2030, which is equivalent to 1.21 miles less per person each day and 433.17 miles fewer per person each year.

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275,000 pounds of emissions and 20,000 car trips, and to reduce the miles driven by single-occupant vehicles by 300,000 miles. For more information, visit CTrides.com/DLC. Renewable energy. Under Executive Order 21-3, CTDOT identifies opportunities to deploy solar on its prop-

erties and in state Right of Way. Through the CT Green Bank, CTDOT executed multiple power purchase agreements, including adding a 2.2-megawatt solar canopy at the CTDOT headquarters in Newington, and a 1megawatt solar installation at the CTtransit facility in See Energy, A37

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New water regulations could prompt $21M treatment plant in Southington SOUTHINGTON — Water officials are bracing for increased regulations that may require a $21 million manganese removal plant among other water treatment upgrades.

Two of the town’s wells have higher manganese content than usual. Through infrequent use of those wells and mixing with water from other areas, the Southington Water Department keeps the manganese below the maximum levels recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency.

Manganese is considered an unregulated contaminant by the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Southington Water Department leaders are anticipating those recommended limits will drop, though, requiring town action.

In 2020, notices about manganese went out to water department customers in the area of wells seven and eight.

Those two wells are not normally used, according to Water Department Superintendent Douglas Arndt, and only turned on during high demand in the hottest months. When they are used, the water is mixed with that of other wells to bring down the levels of manganese.

“We use these wells on a minimal basis,” Arndt said.

“The farther the water gets out into the system, the more dilution it gets.”

The EPA has concluded that water with a manganese content of less than 0.3 milligrams per liter is safe for the general population.

Southington’s well seven had a manganese content of 0.5 milligrams per liter and

“The manganese is a very expensive project,” Arndt said.

The department is studying what the town’s options are, although without the new limits it’s unclear what the water department may have to do.

“What we’re trying to do is gather a lot of information,” Berkmoes said. “Right now, we’re in compliance with the state of Connecticut Department of Health.”

Removing more manganese from the water would be a “very major expense,” Berkmoes said. “We’re coming up with a plan to come up to the requirements,” he said. “(We want to) stay one step ahead of the problems.”

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Bob Berkmoes, chairman of the Board of Water Commissioners, said in addition to That limit could drop, Arndt manganese there’s similar rumblings about requiring said, based on what he’s removal of PFAS, a synthetic heard from state drinking chemical, from drinking wawater officials. ter. The chemical doesn’t “There’s a level of uncertain- break down, can build up in ty,” he said. “They’ve been fish and wildlife and move telling us for some time.” through soils to drinking water, according to the Center Bringing down the manfor Disease Control. It’s unganese levels further would clear how humans are afrequire new sources of wafected by PFAS, although ter, according to Arndt, or building a manganese treat- laboratory animals given large amounts had growth ment plan. The additional treatment facility could cost and development problems. $21 million.

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Two Southington wells, numbers seven and eight, on the eastern side of town lie in marshy areas where manganese is naturally occurring.

Manganese, a mineral, was usually considered an aesthetic problem since it can discolor water. While important for healthy adults, the DPH said manganese can build up quicker in infants who excrete less of the mineral than adults. Adding water with excess manganese to baby formula, which already contains the mineral, can also cause increased levels.

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this right and will delay and distract until we vote them out.

Editor : Plainville residents may not be aware of all of the controversy surrounding the renovation of our middle school.

At a recent Town Council meeting at MSP, Chair Kathy Pugliese and members Joseph Catanzaro, Deborah Tompkins and Jacob Rocco made it clear that they do not want to allow Plainville citizens the chance to vote by referendum on renovating the middle school like new.

Rocco stated that he is only responsible to the people that voted for him.

Despite a petition signed by over 700 residents demanding the chance to exercise our right to vote, these four councilors made it clear that they will continue to deny us

Now Rocco is pushing closing MSP and combining our elementary schools to make Linden the new middle school.

We cannot fit five schools worth of students into four buildings, nor should we.

This is unacceptable.

Please get involved, attend meetings, make your voice heard, and vote! These members do not have a mandate.

They each only won by around 100 votes; and our town has an extremely poor turnout rate. We need to do better.

When you don’t vote you get people like these making decisions that will impact all of us, people who refuse to lis-

ten to the will of the people, people who forget that they actually work for the benefit of all Plainville residents.

The entire council is up for reelection in November and we need to send a clear message that we want council members who will honor our democratic principles and allow us to vote on major issues affecting our town.

This is not an oligarchy.

If you are upset about losing our wonderful Superintendent Steven LePage, this November, be sure to think about what these members have done.

Katherine Curtis, Plainville

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Obituaries Francis J. “Fran” Sokolowski

George C. Orioli SOUTHINGTON George C. Orioli, 67, of Southington, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Born in New Britain. he was the son of the late Ben and Lucille (Deptula) Orioli. He was the husband of Nina (Carrier) Orioli. George was employed at Stanley Works for many years and was also employed at LiveWell in Plantsville. He was an avid fan of basketball and golf. He also was a car and motorcycle enthusiast.

Besides his wife Nina, George is survived by his daughter Susan Thibeault and her husband John DeFrank of Guilford, CT, two grandchildren Mina and Luci Orioli, his sisters Susan and her husband John Zujko of Wells, Maine, and Diane and her husband Gerry Daley of Middletown, CT. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son George Carmen Orioli.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 2nd, at 10:30AM at Sacred Heart Cemetery Chapel, 662 Burritt St., New Britain.

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NAUGATUCK - Francis J. “Fran” Sokolowski, 56, of Naugatuck and formerly of Southington, passed away with his son, Sebastian Tate, by his side on Friday, April 14, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Waterbury. He was the husband of Inge (Young) Sokolowski. Fran was born on June 7, 1966 in New Britain, to the late Frank and Ellen (Kania) Sokolowski. He attended Southington schools and was a 1984 graduate of Wilcox Technical High School in Meriden. He attended Rochester Institute of Technology and was a former Operations Engineer/ Analyst at Arris in Meriden.

Fran loved spending time with family, enjoyed the beach, especially in Aruba, technology, dirt bikes, motorcycles, collecting silver coins and cooking.

He especially loved cooking at the “Gang of Scarpa Shoda” annual picnics with his former father-in-law, Jack Mongillo. In addition to his wife Inge and her family, Fran is survived by his son Sebastian Tate of Plantsville, whom he loved with all his heart.

He is also survived by two sisters, Linda Meyer and Mary (Henry) Borysewicz, his brother Jim (Chris) Sokolowski, all of Southington and by many special nieces, nephews,

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cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his father-in-law, David Young and brother-in-law, Richard Meyer. The family would like to thank the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital for the wonderful care they provided to Fran. In lieu of flowers, donations in Fran’s memory may be made to the Meriden Humane Society, 311 Murdock Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450, Donate meriden humanesocietyrescue. com . A memorial service will be celebrated at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. Calling hours will be held before the service from 6 - 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

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two take turns ricocheting a ball towards their opponents CJK Foundation, a central off of a round net on the Connecticut-based nonprofit ground. Similar to volleyball, focusing on depression and teams aim to return the ball mental illness, has anso their opponents cannot nounced that the CJK Clascontrol it and send it back, sic Roundnet Tournament enabling them to score. will be held at YMCA Camp Sloper in Southington Satur- To register a team, visit cjkfoundation.org. Sponsorship day, May 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. In Roundnet, teams of opportunities are available.

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The Arc of Southington’s 13th Annual Community Shred-It Day will be held Saturday, May 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at The Arc of Southington, 201 W. Main St., Plantsville. Make any size donation to shred up to two boxes (per vehicle) of old documents for safe disposal.

Please remove all plastics and binders before shredding. Call 860-628-9220 for more information.

The Plainville Fire Company’s Hot Air Balloon Festival will take place at Norton Park the evening of Friday, Aug. 25, and all day Saturday, Aug. 26. Anyone interested in helping is encouraged to sign up. Volunteers are needed from Friday through Sunday. To access the volunteer application, visit plainvillefireco.com.

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Based in Hartford, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut offers life-changing programs to at-risk children in all of the state’s 169 municipalities. Learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters by visiting ctbigs.org.

Theater Castle Craig Players, Meriden is celebrating its 30th season. On sale now: “The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On,” May 5 to 20; “Into The Woods,” July 28 to Aug. 12.

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proactive about safeguarding the safety of the town’s drinking water.

eight could be shut down and the manganese issue avoided.

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Last year, water department leaders met U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal for a tour of the Southington facility and to impress upon him the need for help in funding local water projects.

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How seniors can help themselves and others through mentoring were shown for mentors in “executive function and in the activity of prefrontal cortical regions in older adults at elevated risk for cognitive impairment.”

Mentoring also may give seniors extra reasons to get up and go each day. A scheduled task like mentoring fosters social interactions and changes of scenery. Information published in Harvard Business Review indicates seniors who mentor young people may be three times happier than people who do not.

Qualities of good mentors Seniors considering mentoring should go over what can make a good mentor-mentee relationship. The following are some characteristics of successful mentors.

• Engage: The mentor should show genuine interest in the mentee, asking about their goals and expectations. Conversation should come easily.

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he role of mentor is complex and sometimes vulnerable to misinterpretation.

According to the employment resource Indeed, a mentor is an individual who acts as an adviser or coach for a less experienced person. Mentors often share their experiences and may even offer advice to their mentees.

adults can consider as they look to share their knowledge with others.

Mental and emotional benefits Many successful individuals credit mentors with helping them achieve their goals. However, mentors also walk away from mentoring having gained something significant. AccordAnyone can serve as a mentor, though individ- ing to the caregiving company Seasons, menuals who accept that responsibility are typical- toring can keep an aging mind sharp. Being a ly older and/or more knowledgeable than their mentor may help at-risk seniors reduce their mentees. Mentors may be athletic coaches, chances of developing dementia, particularly teachers, business associates, or esteemed Alzheimer’s disease. According to a 2009 study family members. Mentoring is something older published in the Journal of Gerontology, gains

• Participate actively: It’s important to make the time for mentoring sessions according to what the mentee can manage with his or her schedule. Lessons should be tailored to what the mentee hopes to gain from the relationship. Gauging success along the way and tweaking things as necessary can keep mentoring sessions on target.

• Listen well: Mentors recognize the importance of listening first and then responding to the questions and needs of the mentee.

• Possess expertise: A mentor needn’t have an advanced degree or special certification, but he or she should have more experience in a given field or subject than the mentee.

Mentoring is a consideration for seniors looking to remain active in their communities and share their knowledge with others.

Table of Contents 2 How seniors can help themselves and others through mentoring 4 Dating later in life 6 Pre-workout tips for seniors 6 Sudoku puzzle

7 Strength training for seniors 8 Elim Park 10 Ivy at Watertow 12 Great part-time jobs for retirees 13 How to break into consulting

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eople are living longer, a reality that can be traced to a number of factors, including advancements in medicine and greater dissemination of information regarding preventive health care. According to data from the United Nations Population Division, the average life expectancy in the United States is 81.65 for women and 76.61 for men. Canada has even higher life expectancies, at 84.74 for women and 81.15 for men.

Many boomers have years ahead of them to devote to new relationships. Here’s what they may want to know before navigating twenty-first century dating waters.

As people live longer, some may outlive their significant others and ultimately find themselves once again interested in sharing experiences with a special someone. Seniors ready to re-enter the dating pool may find that things are quite different from what they experienced as naïve teenagers or young adults. Dating used to be about hanging out with friends and meeting people at shared events, such as school dances or work parties or even while enjoying a night out with friends. Nowadays, dating often begins in cyberspace. This can be confusing and anxiety-inducing for adults who didn’t grow up with technology guiding their every move.

According to a report in The Atlantic, more than one-third of baby boomers are not currently married, and this generation has had higher rates of separation and divorce and lower rates of marriage than the generations that preceded them. Many boomers have years ahead of them to devote to new relationships. Here’s what they may want to know before navigating twenty-first century dating waters.

• You’re not in this alone. While online dating may be portrayed as a young person’s game, plenty of older adults are now finding connections online. In fact, many different dating apps are geared toward the senior set,

including SeniorMatch, eHarmony, Singles50, OKCupid, and Silver Singles, among others.

• You have more time for fun. As a senior, you may have more time to devote to recreation and leisure. This can be a great opportunity to get out and meet someone who shares your passions and interests.

• Online dating has its advantages. While online dating apps and websites may have certain things working against them, particularly if their algorithms for pairing people are not fine-tuned, they also can be helpful. Online dating can expand social circles beyond local neighborhoods or even states, provinces or countries. You’re casting your net over a much larger body of water. Furthermore, dating app profiles typically spell out exactly what another person is seeking, which can save seniors from having to revisit awkward dating moments from years past.

Seniors may have to navigate new waters in modern dating. But with a good mindset and a little persistence, it is possible for seniors to find a special someone in cyberspace.

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s physically active indireduce the risk of muscle injuviduals age, they typically ries. It also can improve range must change how they of motion in the joints. Stretchapproach exercise. For example, ing before and after a workout rather than jumping two feet prepares the body for exercise first into new activities like they and helps it recover. might have done when they were • Wear the proper footwear and younger, seniors may have to think clothing. Sturdy, supportive about injury prevention and ways athletic shoes and well-fitting to improve their endurance prior workout wear can make workto lacing up their sneakers. For ing out more comfortable and most, that may boil down to taking safer. The National Institute various pre-workout steps. on Aging recommends finding • Get enough rest. The body refootwear designed for the spequires adequate sleep and other cific activity you’ll be engaging rest during the day to stimuin. Footwear that offers suffilate muscle growth and repair. cient heel support and nonslip Exercise may not be as effective soles is beneficial as well. and it may be more dangerous • Warm up. Give the body an if seniors are engaging without opportunity to acclimate during enough sleep. In addition, sleep a warm-up period that will facilideprivation can reduce reactate healthy breathing. Warming tion times, which can adversely up also loosens up the joints and affect workouts. muscles for the exercise ahead.

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balanced diet and exercise, which includes a combination of aerobic activities and strength training, is necessary to maintain long-term health.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, regular physical activity is one of the most important things older adults can do to protect their overall health. Exercise helps to delay or prevent many of the conditions that come with age. Adults ages 65 and older should aim for the recommended 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity, such as brisk walking, and at least two days of activities that strengthen muscles.

When it comes to muscle strengthening, seniors can follow these safety guidelines as they embark on their strength-training journeys.

• Speak with a healthcare provider first. Get the green light to proceed with an exercise regimen before beginning by having a discussion with your general practitioner about your fitness goals. Your doctor can recommend strategies that are safe and point out any exercises that may compromise your overall health.

form is key to avoiding injury.

• Work with a trainer. Working with a certified personal trainer can help you learn how to use free weights and strength-training machines correctly. A trainer also can create a routine that includes the right number of sets and repetitions to gradually build and maintain muscle mass. If you decide against hiring a trainer, gym staff members may guide you through equipment and demonstrate proper form.

• Exercise with a friend. Strength training with a friend or family member can provide motivation and keep you on target to meet your goals.

• Master basic exercises first. Anyone new to • Build up gradually. Your first strength session strength training, which is sometimes known should only last 10 to 15 minutes, according to as resistance training, can start out slowTiffany Chag, C.S.C.S., a strength coach at the ly, even using just body weight, to provide Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. This resistance. Resistance exercises can include enables you to gauge soreness. Wait until soresquats, crunches, modified pushups, planks, ness abates before beginning your next session and lunges. if you are new to strength training.

• Graduate to resistance bands. When you’re Strength exercises are a vital part of maintaining ready to move on to something else, considhealth as a senior. Such exercises help maintain er resistance bands as an alternative to free muscle mass and also improve balance and weights. The bands can help you develop bone health. good form before introducing weight. Good

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The Arbors & The Ivy Our Story - A Family Business | Assisted Living Near You In CT & MA The Arbors Assisted Living’s 25th Anniversary as part of the senior living industry is on the horizon— but twenty-five years isn’t the entire story. Our story actually began in 1966, when our grandparents founded E.A. Gralia Construction. They built more than 5,500 housing units, as well as schools, hotels, nursing homes and several elderly housing developments. Years later, our parents, the family business’ second generation, founded The Arbors Assisted Living Communities and took our company head on into the emergent senior living industry.

service care plan designed for them.

Assisted living is a smart option for those who could benefit from assistance with everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, preparing meals and managing medications offered.

efits the mind, body and soul of our residents. We promote a lifestyle of health and wellness, with programs that benefit brain health, physical fitness and more. Our residents create friendships and find cama-

There are so many options these days for seniors, and it can be challenging to know where to begin, what is most important, what questions to ask, how to afford it, how to have the conversation with your loved one, amongst so many other questions and concerns. We have spent years fine-tuning answers to all of these questions and creating processes to make this confusing and foreign experience easier on you and your loved one.

Doing your research and comparing options is a key part of the process

As a family, we all grew up in the business, and were all born and raised in East Longmeadow and Longmeadow, MA. We started young, working summers at our various senior housing properties doing landscaping, office work, and activities with the residents. As we advanced into college, we all worked in every single department of our family’s business, spending months upon months learning the ins and outs of every aspect of what we do in our communities. We spent time working at every site and every business. Our business skills evolved over the years, and in 2016, our generation took the reins.

Our website is a great resource filled with blogs, guides and educational resources to answer any questions you may have. Our communities have educated and experienced Marketing Directors to assist you through all aspects of the process.

We are Family While assisted living has evolved immensely over the years, we have held true to who we are. Our goal is to welcome our residents into that family, treat them like family, and give them a truly wonderful experience in their golden years.

Our staff members are dedicated to meeting the individualized needs of each resident 24/7. Our communities are designed to provide opportunities for residents to enjoy a life they choose, while still experiencing Our buildings are warm, inviting and the comforts of home. We provide a home-like. Each of our residents has variety of living options, amenities, their own private apartment with a assistance, services, dining options, full kitchenette, private bathroom, social programs, and customized living room and bedroom. care.

At The Arbors and The Ivy, we offer assisted living, independent living, respite stays and memory care support

Assisted living needs are diverse

We know how overwhelming and stressful caregiving can be

There is a lot to be said for socialization

Assisted living needs are diverse and We believe in creating an engaging, vary from person to person, so each stimulating environment that benresident receives an individualized

raderie, which provides a quality of life that they might not otherwise experience.

The Arbors and The Ivy also offer respite services for short-term or trial stays Whether you need a break from caregiving, need somewhere safe after a rehabilitation stay, or are just unsure if assisted living is right for you, we have fully furnished apartments that are move-in ready!

Most recently, the Covid-19 pandemic has proven difficult for all individuals and all industries. The lockdown was especially hard on the elderly and their loved ones.

Families being unable to see each other during such a critical time in life was hard to endure for both the residents and their loved ones. At times, it was absolutely heartbreaking. The pandemic has changed so much about our world and how we navigate it now. It has created obstacles we could never have seen coming with supply and demand issues, the industry staffing crisis, as well as increased costs of living and ongoing confusion about how to go about our day-to-day. One thing that holds true is the fact that hard times are best endured in community with others. Our family’s pursuit of quality, home-like care in each of our assisted living communities aligns with that fact.

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We’ve experienced it all After a lifetime spent in the family business and in the senior living industry, it feels we have seen and experienced everything. Our goal is to use what we have learned, along with our strong family values and determined work ethic, to help other families in need. Being there for your loved one in the later stages of their life is so important, but it looks different for each family.

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Fifty six years later, the passion our grandparents and parents had for this family business still carries strong through each one of us. We have dedicated our lives to perfecting this craft and we believe our love and dedication for what we do can be felt in our communities. We have not only solidified our company’s place in the ever-growing senior living industry, but we have also left our mark as the rare third generation of a family business. For that, we couldn’t be more proud.

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The Ivy at Watertown is the newest assisted living residential community from The Arbors & The Ivy family-owned communities. We would be delighted to schedule a visit with you to see our amazing community. At The Ivy at Watertown, you’ll enjoy active senior living! All your needs for dining, housekeeping, personal care, and maintenance are included. We have a Beauty Salon/Barber Shop, Exercise Room, Movie Theater, Outdoor Courtyard and Walking Paths on the premises. Why wait to make a move? Now is the time to enjoy a full compliment of supportive services, time with new friends, and a full social calendar with engaging activities and entertainment.

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Great part-time jobs for retirees Consultant Retirees who loved their job but wanted to spend less time doing it can return as consultants. According to The Balance: Money, individuals often find they earn more per hour working as consultants than they did as full-time staff members. Consulting is a way to share Here’s a look at some part-time posi- expertise and experience without tions that could be a good fit for old- making a full-time commitment. er adults reentering the workforce.

Customer service representative Retail sales associate A customer service representative Working in retail opens seniors up is tasked with helping customers solve problems and ensuring to a wide array of responsibilities customer satisfaction. He or she and scenarios. Jobs may include may work ain a traditional office or greeting customers, making sales, putting out inventory, and helping store location, or answer calls and resolve issues from home. customers select merchandise.

Being personable and having good School positions customer service skills are necessary traits to have when working in Retirees may want to consider jobs working in schools or in related retail. Many stores offer part-time employees flexible hours so sched- capacities. Driving a school bus is an option if people are willing to ules can be customized. undergo the proper training and

ury. Others may miss the daily opportunities to socialize that working provides, or the way problem-solving on the job stimulates the brain.

But even retirees who miss working may not be ready to return to the workforce full-time. That can make part-time employment an ideal fit for mature workers.

Receptionist Receptionists greet patients or customers in office settings. According to AARP, they are the welcoming faces of organizations. Answering phones and light clerical work also may be required of receptionists.

Those who want to work off-peak hours can think about working nights and weekends in hospitals or skilled nursing facilities.

Seniors have many different options if they decide they want to return to the workforce in a parttime capacity.

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licensing to operate this type of vehicle. Seniors also may consider working as lunchroom aides or lunch service providers, crossing guards, substitute teachers, and paraprofessionals. School employees will only work a few hours during the day. They’ll also enjoy many holidays off as well as summer vacations.

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How to break into consulting Knowledge of key concepts Consultants provide guidance in any number of areas, but skills in these disciplines are highly desirable:

Generally speaking, consulting is a term loosely given to providing business advice and sharing expertise without working directly for a company. Consultants lend their knowledge and flair for problem-solving to guide companies on topics such as marketing, operational improvement and even staffing, according to My Consulting Offer. Consultants do

not often work for the company they are assisting, but may be brought in on a contractual basis for a set period of time. The Balance: Money advises that consultants typically can earn more per hour as consultants than they would if they were actual staff members on payroll.

Consulting may attract seniors considering retirement because of the flexibility it provides. Retirees unsure about how to get started in the field of consulting can consider this rundown of what it takes to pursue this option.

Work your network Getting started in consulting may just be a matter of picking up where you left off . Reach out to past employers who benefitted from your work to see if they may be in need of consulting services. Even if there aren’t any opportunities there, former employers may put you in

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Learn the meanings behind popular Mother’s Day flowers childhood days spent picking buttercups and holding them under chins to reveal that you like butter. The flower is known for its beauty and innocent charm.

Mother’s Day is a time to express love and appreciation for mothers, sentiments that are often expressed with gifts. Flowers are a popular present to bestow on Mother’s Day, as they can brighten a room and bring a sweet aroma to any household.

• Camellia (white): White camellias stand for purity and innocence, but they also symbolize admiration and respect. Camellias make beautiful additions to any bouquet.

While any flowers may ultimately suffice on Mother’s Day, gift givers may want to select flowers for Mom that convey specific messages.

The language of flowers has been recognized for centuries. Though perhaps not as heralded as it once was, flower symbolism persists to this day.

Here’s a look at some of the meanings behind certain types of flowers to help guide Mother’s Day gifting.

• Daisy: Daisies are happy-looking flowers, and according to Norse mythology they represent motherhood and children.

• Delphinium: Delphiniums come in pink, white and blue varieties and embody youth and renewal. They’re a good pick if you want to convey a continued or renewed affection for a person.

• Amaryllis: These plants start as bulbs and are naturally spring-blooming flowers. The name comes from the Greek word “amarysso,” which means “to sparkle,” and they symbolize pride.

• Aster: These daisy-like flowers are delicate-looking perennials. Asters make great gifts because they symbolize love and daintiness.

• Begonia: There are more than 2,000 types of begonias, and the flower symbolizes deep thoughts. Begonias were made famous by French horticulturist Michel Bégon, who thought the blooms looked like beautiful girls.

• Bleeding heart: These flowers are red and pink blossoms that look like the perfect heart shape with a teardrop at the bottom. They’re beautiful and symbolic of love and affection.

• Buttercup: These are associated with youthfulness and cheerfulness and can call to mind

• Tulip: Tulips with an orange hue are thought to represent understanding and appreciation.

They can express appreciation for Mom or another special person. Yellow tulips symbolize happiness, while pink tulips are symbolic of love. Red blooms should be reserved for sweethearts.

Various flowers symbolize feelings people want to express to their mothers, grandmothers and other special women on Mother’s Day.

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Consulting From page 13 touch with other businesses who are in need of your services.

Also speak with friends, neighbors and other acquaintances to see if they may be able to help you find the right consulting opportunity.

Get certified While certification and extensive education, including master’s degrees, may not be needed to get into consulting, they certainly can set you apart from others. Explore industry-specific certification, certified management consulting certification or project management consulting certification to refresh your skills. These certifications also may show employers that you are committed to consulting.

Expect to be a problem-solver Consulting requires figuring out what is missing and filling that void.

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A 36-hour, online-giving event to support local nonprofits About The Great Give: Celebrating its 14th year in 2023, The Great Give is returning on May 3-4. This 36-hr, online, community-wide giving event was created by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven to raise visibility and resources for nonprofits serving Greater New Haven.

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A statue of “David” available at Hidden Treasures.

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“My husband always loved to furniture (shop). I love the clothing,” Diana Henry said.

“We love thrift shopping. We go all over the place. There’s always a treasure somewhere.”

Garrett Henry said he’s always looking for a deal and wants to be able to pass on good deals to his customers.

“I know a lot of people collect antiques and rare stuff. I love doing that myself,” he said.

There’s a lot of fascination among young people with vinyl records and old stereo equipment. Garrett Henry said he tries to keep those things available at Hidden Treasures.

“Now it’s different, technology, everything now is touch a button,” he said. “I go more old school rather than regular stuff … Especially the younger generation, they come in and say, ‘Wow, that’s so cool.’”

Diana Henry loves it when someone comes into the shop and walks out with ex-

actly what they’ve been looking for. She directed a woman recently to a cashmere scarf.

“It was something that she was specifically looking for,” Diana Henry said. “It fills my heart.”

Former pet location The Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike storefront had been a pet food and supplies shop. It’s in the Milldale Center Plaza.

The Henrys live in Waterbury and had looked in that city for a location but didn’t find the right one. Someone told them about the open storefront in Southington and they realized it was only seven minutes from where they live.

Diana Henry said they had the place with their first call.

“When something is meant for you, it’s meant for you,” she said.

The couple had a soft opening earlier this year and officially opened in March. Hidden Treasures is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. jbuchanan@record-journal.com 203-317-2230

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Only a freshman, Colebrook recorded 20 or more kills in seven of his first eight varsity matches. That included 38 kills against Windsor and 37 against Wolcott Tech.

And to think Emily Hart almost didn’t come back for her senior season. Platt’s veteran ace, fully recovered from a thumb injury that had her toying with “retirement” this winter, threw back-to-back no-hitters in mercy-rule wins to open the year and threw another in a full 7 innings Saturday against Wilcox Tech.

Not only that, Hart struck out 20 Wilcox batters. That gave her 73K’s in 38 innings.

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As Wesley Colebrook and the Maloney Spartans were reminded Friday, Southington volleyball has a major standout, too. At 6-foot10, junior Dylan Bouteiller literally plays heads and shoulders above the opposition. Against Maloney, the middle blocker put down 14 kills hitting at a .684 percentage rate. Bouteiller also chalked up five blocks as Big Blue swept and improved to 6-1.

Hats off to Sam Ralston, who made program history with four goals last Wednesday vs.

Mercy. Those goals, combined with the 12 she scored in the previous four games (including five vs. Hamden), gave the senior 100 for her career. She’s the first LH girls lax player to reach the milestone. And consider: She lost her freshman campaign to the COVID-cancelled season of 2020.

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It seems like only yesterday Ashley Stimpson was tearing up the South Meriden Youth Baseball League. She’s now tearing up the Connecticut Technical Conference. The sophomore raised her batting average to .484 over the past week by going 8-for-13, driving in seven runs and scoring 10. Stimpson also hits for power. With three home runs last week, she’s now got four on the season.

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The Sikh community in Connecticut has grown over the past few decades. In May 1986, a handful of Sikh families got together to recite “Keertan” (Sikh hymns) as a congregation.

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In tradition, Sikhs are initiated into the order through the “Amrit pahul,” a rite that involves drinking nectar called Amrit. This is prepared using a mixture of sugar and water that has been stirred with a doubleedged sword.

Enjoying this get-together, the families decided to continue their Keertan programs monthly within their homes and hosted each month in the Naugatuck Valley area.

At the festival, traditional Amrit was served and could be seen being made under one of the tents. In addition to the festive drink, traditional vegetarian food, ice cream, and other snacks were served. There was no cost for any food, and the lines were long with children, families, and friends.

In 1989, the same group of families decided to rent a hall in Ansonia to celebrate the holiday of “Vaisakhi,” — the day of the first Sikh baptism.

Over the years, more and more families joined from the greater Connecticut area, and the community decided to officially register as a non“This is a significant day for profit organization. They us and is something we cele- would begin to hold “Gurdbrate yearly,” said Happy wara Diwan,” or prayer serKaur of Branford. vice. This prompted the birth of the Connecticut Sikh Kaur was there with her husAssociation Inc. in Novemband and young child. ber 1993.

The Sikh day festival drew many families and friends in the Sikh community on April 16.

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Disaster struck one day after Diwali in 1998, when fire broke out in the basement of the Gurdwara building caused by a heating system malfunction. It took 36 hours and 1.5 million gallons of water to extinguish the fire.

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State Rep. Chris Poulos presents a citation recognizing the Southington Conservation Land Trust’s 50th anniversary.

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tertaining and educational to commemorate the work the group has done over the past 50 years.

The Nature Day Festival will feature several wildlife and nature shows including two live animal presenters — Christine’s Critters and Riverside Reptiles.

Winterberry Garden, Quinnipiac Audubon Society and the land trust will provide educational information at the gathering.

The Southington Conservation Land Trust plans to make the free event both en-

The land trust has been dedicated to buying parcels of land around Southington to preserve and maintain critical natural areas, preventing development, and making them open to the public with walking trails and other facilities.

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Having already seen around 300 respondents expressing interest in the event, the land trust expects a full turnout at the celebration in May, primarily families and children.

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REVENUE COLLECTOR’S NOTICE Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town of Plainville that the second installment of Sewer Usage Bills are due May 1, 2023. The bills were sent November 1, 2022, with two payment stubs. No bills are mailed for the May installment.

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WALLINGFORD - 1 BR apt., 3rd fl., $900 per mo + 1 mo. sec. Fully appl. KIT. Call (203) 269-5980.

Lawn and Garden

ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860718-5132.

ANTIQUES WANTED Comic books, toys, adv. signs, military items, motorcyles, mini bikes, etc. All items considered, appraisal & estate sale services, incl. clean-outs. 40 years exp. Call or text, Gary at 203-237-4124.

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION Screened Topsoil $30/ per yd; 2.5” screened gravel, $18 per yd; Sand$18 per yd; Millings-$22 BUYING ALL - Costume Jewelry, Old Watches, per yd; Screened Millings Gold Jewelry, Silver $30 per yd; $100 miniJewelry, Gold & Silver mum delivery. No pickup Coins, Sterling Flattruck service. Minimum ware, In Any Condition.

16 yd pickup at our yard.

Please Call Jude M. Dichele @ (203) 868Call Jim @ 860-9821816.

4819 for delivery BUYING MACHINIST TOOLBOXES - Tools PREMIUM & tooling, contents of SCREENED machine shops, home workshops and small TOPSOIL lathes. Call anytime $30/yard delivered, 860-985-5760 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819

. Top Soil . Compost . . Wood Chips .

FOR SALE. Catering to small deliveries. Call Bob (203) 415-0723

Sporting Goods and Health PISTOL PERMIT - Certification class for CT Pistol Permit, 1 session only, small groups, $140. (203) 415-1144.

Wood Fuel Heating Equipment

TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149 Wanted To Buy

1, 2, 3 CASH FOR YOUR Needed for Southington/ ANTIQUES & JEWELRY Meriden/Berlin/Rocky - Call Todd Shamock at Hill - Must be 21yrs or 203-494-1695. older and possess a driver’s license for at least ALWAYS BUYING 3yrs – Paid training to CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, acquire CDL license and Musical Instruendorsements available – ments, Amps, Ham The opportunity to bring Equipment, HiFi, your children to work, No Radios, CB, GuiChildcare$$ - Contact tars, Audio EquipSheila at New Britain ment, Antiques.

860-707-9350 Transportation (860) 8280511 ext. 221 or visit us at, 257 Woodlawn Rd., ALWAYS TOP CASH For Your Grandma’s Berlin, CT Costume Jewelry Stash. I’ll Come to You. Thank You for Julie, 203-443-9602.

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GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience.

Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com PREMIER ESTATE JEWELRY - Is interested in buying your fine jewelry, watches, coin collections, silver flatware, and costume jewelry.

Call Bill, (203) 4942496.

TIMELESS TREASURES ESTATE AUCTIONS Is looking to purchase estate contents. From single items to entire estates. Clean-out services available. Call Bill (203) 494-2496.

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

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Businesses & Services Attics and Basements Cleaned

GARY WODATCH Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, WANTED Individual debris removal. Quick, firearms, collections & courteous svc. All calls estates including military returned. Ins. #566326. & related items.Federally Cell, 860-558-5430 licensed firearms dealer.

Gunsmith, appraisals, Richard Pleines, Carpentry (860) 663-2214.

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CARPENTRY

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Free Est. Ins. MC & Visa.

Call Bill (203) 901-2136.

CT. Reg. # 0647093

Electrical Services

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Gutters

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MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC...

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

SUNDAY, APRIL 30TH

10 A.M. – 8 P.M.

10 A.M. – 5 P.M.

FOOD VENDORS

MERIDEN REPUBLICAN TOWN COMMITTEE

Chicken Tenders, Sweet Potato Fries, Italian Wedding Soup, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

COUNCIL OF NEIGHBORHOODS

DEMOCRATIC TOWN COMMITTEE

Pizza Slice, Brownie Sundae, Italian Ice, Water, Powerade

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CLUB

Silver City Waffle, Strawberry Sundae, Hot Fudge Sundae, Water

Steamed Cheeseburgers, Homemade French Fries, Homemade French Fries with cheese, Corn Dogs, Hot dog on a stick, Water, Soda

MERIDIAN LODGE #77

MERIDEN TURNER SOCIETY

Mini Donuts

German Bratwurst with Kraut, Pork Schnitzel, Deep Fried German Hot Dog with Kraut, Ribbon Fries with Cheese, Deep Fried Oreos, Funnel Cakes, Gatorade, Soda, Water

AMERICAN LEGION Meatball Grinders, Water

NESIT

Snow Cones, Slushy Frozen Drinks

NOAH’S ARK OF HOPE

Kettle Korn: Small, Medium, Large or Jumbo, and Gatorade

NORTH ITALIAN HOME CLUB Fried Dough, Water

IGLESIA DE DIOS CASA DEL ALFARERO

AMICI DELLA VIGNA

MERIDEN RAIDERS

MERIDEN/WALLINGFORD NAACP

Fried Dough, 1/2 Piece Fried Dough, Water

11:30 - 12:30 1:00 - 2:00 2:30 - 3:30 4:00 - 5:00 5:30 - 6:30 7:00 - 8:00

MERIDEN LIONS CLUB

SOUTH CHURCH M2

MERIDEN KIWANIS CLUB

FOOD TENT STAGE

Walking Tacos, Beef Patties, Chicken Patties, Cocoa Bread, Pickles, Soda, Water

A.O.H

Cannolli, Coffee, Iced Coffee, Water

12:00-1:00 STEPHEN RODGERS 1:30 - 2:30 EDDIE SEVILLE & STEEL RODEO. 3:00 - 4:30 WON’T BACK DOWN TRIBUTE TO TOM PETTY 5:00 - 6:00 HANNAH’S FIELD 6:30 - 8:00 THE ULTIMATE MICHAEL JACKSON EXPERIENCE JOBY ROGERS

Sausage & Pepper Grinder, Jumbo Hot Dog, Jumbo Chili Dog, Pasta Fagioli, Pink Lemonade

Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs, Chili Dogs, Bowl of Chili, Egg Sandwiches, Water

Kielbasa Sandwich w/wo Kraut, Kielbasa on a Stick, Breakfast Sandwich, Water

JAMES J BARRY BAND SHELL STAGE

Dinner (Rice/Chicken/Macaroni Salad), Empanadas - Chicken & Beef, Shish Kabobs - Pork & Chicken, Non-alcoholic Pina Coladas, Passion Fruit Juice, Soda

JAMES J BARRY BAND SHELL STAGE 11:30 - 12:30 RAMBLIN DAN STEVENS 1:00 - 2:00 JAKE KULAK AND THE MODERN VANDALS 2:30 - 3:30 SHADED SOUL 4:00 - 5:00 SMALL TOWN GAMBLERS FOOD TENT STAGE 11:30 - 12:30 1:00 - 2:00 2:30 - 3:30 4:00 - 5:00

GOZA LATIN BAND SETH ADAM ORQUESTA AFINKE THE BLUE RHYTHM BAND

MAKE A WISH

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY EXPO

Hot Lobster Rolls, Cold Lobster Rolls, Water, Craft Soda

AT THE 43ND ANNUAL DAFFODIL FESTIVAL APRIL 29 - APRIL 30

LITTLE MISS DAFFODIL & HONOR ESCORT CEREMONY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26 6:30 P.M • TENNIS COURTS

SATURDAY, APRIL 29 “DAFFODILS ON PARADE” 11:30 A.M. GRAND MARSHAL: BUDDY ALTOBELLO

ONGOING

JUSTIN PICCIRILLO’S sale and signing of his new book on the history of Hubbard Park both Saturday 4/29 and Sunday 4/30 from 11am to 4pm on the Midway.

10:45 - 11:30 JEFF PRZECH WITH DENNIS FANCHER 12:00 - 12:45 A PALLET FOR THE SHOAL 1:15 : 2:00 SPARKLE AND FADE 2:30 - 3:30 BROTHER OTHER 4:00 - 5:00 BEPW

THE 2023 MIDSTATE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Corn on the Cob, Hot Pretzels

AMUSEMENTS: will operate Friday from 5pm to closing; Saturday from 10am to 8pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm.

Wristbands on Sunday for $25.O0 from 10am-1pm - ALL AMUSEMENTS ARE WEATHER DEPENDENT!!

THE JEFF CROOMS WELCOME STAGE

Chicken & Waffles, Water

ST. ANDREWS CHURCH

CRAFT FAIR: Juried crafters from all over the eastern United States will be displaying and selling their artistic products by Mirror Lake, occupying over 70 spaces from 10am to 8pm Saturday and 10am to 5pm on Sunday.

HOT CLUB OF BLACK ROCK AUSTIN JAMES AND THE NOMADS THE BARGAIN MIGHTY SOUL DRIVERS BERNADETTES FUSTER CLUCK

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

SOLOMON GOFF HOUSE demonstration of 1700 living, both days from 11am to 4pm in Hubbard Park near the Skatehouse.

FREE: CASTLE CRAIG SHUTTLE will take you to the Castle at 1,000 feet above sea level both Saturday and Sunday. Please check Shuttle schedule upon arrival.

FREE: Round trip SHUTTLE BUS service from Platt High School and the Meriden Mall both Saturday and Sunday starting @ 8am.

Tickets valid for food and amusements must be purchased at the ticket booth sites in the park. Dates and times of live events subject to change. All information accurate as of 4/13/23: the Committee regrets any errors or omissions.

No Bicycles, skateboards, rollerblading, etc. No pets or animals (except service animals).

UNDER THE EXPO TENT ON THE TENNIS COURTS - OPEN TO ALL DAFFODIL FESTIVAL VISITORS. Free Admission. HOURS: Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM & Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

CHILDREN’S SHOWS SATURDAY, APRIL 29

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

THEATER OF THE TREES

THEATER OF THE TREES

KIDS KARAOKE DANCE PARTY

KIDS KARAOKE DANCE PARTY

CHARACTER MEET & GREET 12:00 Chase 1:00 Mirabel, Isabela, & Bruno 2:00 Ariel 3:00 Wonder Woman

CHARACTER MEET & GREET 11:00 Elsa 12:00 Mirabel & Bruno 1:00 Black Panther 3:00 Marshall

Both Days Include…Live Stage Performances, Free Face Painting, Free Henna, Karaoke, And Dance Party!

ACTION ZONE STAGE

ACTION ZONE STAGE

2:00 & 5:00PM WHACKY CHAD STUNT COMEDIAN

10:30 HANOVER SCHOOL: SUESSICAL 11:00 STAR DANCE ACADEMY 11:30 BEAT THE STREETS 12:00 VALENTIN KARATE 12:30 RHYTHMS DANCE STUDIO 1:00 MERIDEN YOUTH THEATER 1:30 THE LAB 2:00 HIGHER MOVEMENT 2:30 AMASING VOICE 3:00 MOVEMENTS ACADEMY

12:00 & 3:00PM DANIEL GREENWOLF CELTIC MAGICIAN 1:00 & 4:00PM MIKE STEIDLEY’S MOUNTAIN BIKE STUNT SHOW

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SATURDAY, APRIL 29TH

THE JEFF CROOM’S WELCOME STAGE 11:00 - 12:30 DIS-N-DAT BAND 1:00 - 2:00 NUMBER 9 2:30 - 3:30 SHELLYE VALAUSKAS EXPERIENCE 4:00 - 5:00 POSSM 5:30 - 6:30 RICH BADOWSKI BLUES BAND 7:00 - 7:45 SOBER BILL

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