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residentOn the Street “What is your special holiday wish?”

Robin Margolis Silsby Mystic “I would love some peace and harmony and love.”

Karin Konstantinopoulos New London “My wish is that my family can all come together to celebrate in one location.”

Dea Vermont Preston “My special holiday wish is for others to make memorable memories during this holiday season.”

Staff Member of the Year

a r l y n n B e n k e r, Always Home’s Social Worker, was awarded Staff Member of the Year at the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s Social Service Recognition Breakfast. This annual event, sponsored by SAVA Insurance Group, Inc. and Citizens Bank, brings together regional nonprofits to honor those who have walked the extra mile on behalf of others. “I’m very touched that out of all of my colleagues I was chosen for this honor,” shared Ms. Benker. “Preventing family homelessness involves working together. It’s a collaboration of

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Marlynn Benker was awarded Staff Member of the Year. agencies, staff, volunteers and the generosity of foundations,

area businesses and individuals.” A long-t i me reside nt of Groton, Ms. Benker is a licensed social worker who has worked in the field for over 30 years, ten with Always Home. Others know Marlynn as the water aerobics teacher at the Mystic YMCA or owner of Mystic’s Puritan and Genesta in the 1980s. For Always Home’s client families, Ms. Benker provides them with the compassionate care they need to move beyond homelessness. In 2019, Always Home helped 232 families find find immediate solutions to their housing crisis and create a viable path forward.

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Junior Marketing Consultant Don Charron Waterford “I hope that everybody has a happy, safe, and healthy holiday!”

Carl Jackson Old Saybrook “I hope for good fortune this holiday season!”

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Mike Hanko East Hartford “I already got my special holiday wish, my girlfriend became my fiancé!”

Drew Spaargaren Old Saybrook “I wish for a new Razor gaming laptop for Christmas!”

Max Spaargaren Old Saybrook “I hope I win the lottery!”

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Cardinal Honda honored Riley, a 9-year-old student attending Juliet W. Long School, above with brother CJ, as their 2019 Junior Marketing Consultant whose poster was made into side of the road billboards.

ardinal Honda honored their 2019 Junior Marketing Consultant, Riley, a 9-year-old student attending Juliet W. Long School, who came up with the perfect poster that was made into side of the road billboards. She wrote the words on poster paper in her favorite colors, pink and blue.

Riley says she now feels like a real "rock star", finding it still hard to believe the results she achieved. Her grandmother Deborah Gronlund from East Lyme was with her as Kim Cardinal, Vice President, presented her with flowers. Her stepdad Chris Kuhl and brother CJ enjoyed sharing the event.

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Annual Winter Boot Drive Thames Valley Council for Community Action and the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Volunteers have some new partners in their annual collection and distribution of winter boots for children in need. Through December 13, folks can go to one of a dozen Charter Oak Federal Credit Union branches to drop off donations of new boots or cash to provide warm winter boots for children in our community. Hall Communications will be broadcasting live across its six stations (WCTY, WNLC, K-HITS, WICH AM, I98 WILI FM and WILI AM/FM) from several of the branches throughout the drive. The boots are purchased by community members or with funds donated. For more information visit www.tvcca.org.

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East Lyme Public Trust Meeting

East Lyme Public Trust held its annual meeting at which the present officers were re-elected.

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n November 18, the East Lyme Public Trust held its annual meeting at which the present officers were re-elected. By unanimous vote the group voted in for another term: President Jessica Todd, Vice-President Ted Norris, Secretary Ann Chekal, and Treasurer Kathy Cassidy. Others again voted on to the Executive Council were Carol Marelli, Joe Legg, June Hoye, and Jim Gallagher. Dave Putnam, the Director of the East Lyme Parks and Recreation Department, spoke about the long standing partnership between the Rec. Dept. and the Foundation, thanking the Foundation for the improvements and enhancements they have provided to the parks and beaches of East Lyme. Mr. Putnam mentioned that after the opening of the Boardwalk, the group purchased a Gator Style Utility Vehicle to assist with the maintenance of the boardwalk. They have also funded Front Road signage for McCook Point Park, Hole in the Wall Beach, and Cini Park. I n addition, the Fou ndation sponsors a Memorial Tree Program which plants donated trees in public spaces and has also planted beach grasses for sand dune protection. Over a five year

period, they have also researched the sand levels on the Niantic Bay Beach. This year, Solaware sun protection monitors have been installed at our three beaches to inform our participants of the UV Ray and sun strength on a particular day. T h e Fo u n d a t io n a l s o welc o m e d Ju d y Rondeau, Coordinator of the Niantic River Watershed Committee, who gave an interesting and informative presentation on the Watershed Comm it tee’s act ivit ies i n Water Qual it y Mon itor i ng, Stor m Water Management, Education, and Outreach.

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Church Celebrates 300 Years

photo & story by Anna Trusky n December 1, the First Congregational Church of Griswold kicked off the beginning of a year-long celebration of its 300th anniversary, which will culminate in November 2020. The church was established on the site, 878 Voluntown Road (Route 138), in 1720, when Griswold was technically part of Preston. Church members Mike Higgins, Deacon, Historian, and Chairman of the Stewardship Committee, and Erika Rodgers, Sunday School Superintendent, are helping to organize the activities planned for the coming year. “We’re going to have homecoming gatherings for those who were baptized, confirmed, and/ or mar ried in the church, an old-fashioned church picnic with our mother church, Preston Congregational, and monthly historic events with descendants of some of the first families in the church, such as the Geers, Normans, and Campbells,” Mike explained. “We’re also reaching out to the community, looking for ways we can help people more, and getting youth involved,” said Erika, a second-grade teacher at Preston Elementary School. “We have a monthly breakfast at the Senior Center in Jewett City where students from Griswold High School participate.” Members of the congregation also prepared Thanksgiving food baskets for those in need and are sharing Christmas joy by caroling out in the community. “We want to bring a touch of the season to people who can’t leave the house,” Mike said. Last month, the church participated in the Jewett City Snowflake Parade with a float of the stable with Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus in the manger. Church members also help the community by partnering with First Congregational of New London to prepare and serve meals for the Homeless Hospitality Center and volunteering for Project Fresh, an urban gardening initiative. They also

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Preston Couple Opens Connecticut’s First CBD American Shaman Storefront

This month, local business owners St e p h a n i e a n d S c o t t H u n t e r opened the doors to Connecticut’s first CBD American Shaman retail store in Lu Mac’s Plaza in Preston. Conveniently located on Route 2, CBD American Shaman brings in high-quality organic hemp products to the community. Cannabidiol (CBD) promotes health and well-being, Stephanie Hunter calmness and relaxation, natural sleep Co-owner and a stable mood. CBD American Shaman became the first CBD American Shaman Lu Mac’s Plaza CBD hemp-based, brick-and-mortar franchise in 2018 and now has over 300 locations nationwide. A key to the company’s explosive success is its patent-pending refinement process. Using proprietary nanotechnology, CBD American Shaman puts cannabinoids in their most bioactive state so they are more quickly and efficiently absorbed by the body. American Shaman’s franchise structure gives local entrepreneurs like Scott and Stephanie the opportunity to enter the booming CBD market. For 22 years, the Hunters have owned and operated Preston Market in the plaza, most recently an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Their CBD American Shaman storefront operates from the same location. ‘‘By franchising with CBD American Shaman, we’re keeping our roots in Eastern Connecticut so we can offer the community a line of natural products that keeps people healthy,’’ says Scott. ‘‘We’re constantly on the go, and CBD supplements have helped us maintain balance and manage stress,’’ add Steph. ‘‘We look forward to helping our current and new customers achieve these positive wellness outcomes.’’ CDB American Shaman Preston is open Monday-Saturday from 10 AM - 7 PM and on Sundays from 12 PM - 6 PM. Please visit the store website from more information at cbdreliefct.com or email us at cbdreliefct@gmail.com.

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Mike Higgins, Deacon and Chair of the Stewardship Committee, and Erika Rodgers, Sunday School Superintendent at First Congregational Church in Griswold, are planning activities to celebrate the congregation's 300th year. support Braking AIDS, a bike ride fundraiser that helps those who are homeless and living with HIV. First Congregational is an open and affirming church, which welcomes LGBTQ people and everyone. The church is democratically run, as it has been since 1720, with all members having equal say in decision-making. Sunday services are led by Pastor Edythe Steele at 10:00 AM. All are invited to come, worship, and join in the joy of celebrating the tricentennial! For more information call 860.376.2682 or visit www.firstchurchgriswold.org.

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The Chelsea Groton Foundation awarded a $5000 grant to Martin House in Norwich.

he Chelsea Groton Foundation approved funding $173,805 in grants to 42 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island this fall. Included in this dollar amount are a $15,000 grant to New London Area Food Coalition for feeding the food insecure and a $15,000 grant to Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich for intensive case management and emergency basic needs. For the second consecutive year, the Foundation has granted $10,000 to Furniture Bank of S.E.CT toward the purchase of over 100 beds. The total dollar amount being distributed through Foundation grants this fall is $201,305, which includes previous commitments of $20,000 to the future National Coast Guard Museum, $5,000 to the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center and $2,500 to Waterford Country School. Inclusive of these donations, the Foundation has provided over $3.6 million in total grants to the community since 1999. The Foundation reviews applications and

awards grants two times per year. “For 165 years, Chelsea Groton Bank has been committed to supporting organizations that are critical to the success of our shared community. And for the last 20 years, the Chelsea Groton Foundation has been able to provide financial support in a very big way to these organizations,” said Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank, and President of the Chelsea Groton Foundation. “We are proud to give to organizations that support basic human needs – hunger, homelessness and healthcare – as well as those that provide education, economic growth, arts, and more, to our region.” Each year, Chelsea Groton Bank and the Chelsea Groton Foundation support more than 200 local organizations through monetary gifts, grants, sponsorships, scholarships and employee volunteerism. More information, including a list of all fall grant recipients, is available at www.chelseagroton.com/CGFoundation.

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Santa Arrived by Tugboat photo by B.D. MacMahon

e t w e e n Thanksgiving and Christmas, more than 1 million units of blood could be transfused in the Un it e d St at e s. I nd iv idu als a re urged to give a lifesaving gift this holiday season by The American Red Cross needs blood making an appointdonors during the holiday season. ment to donate blood or platelets and help the American Red Cross ensure a sufficient supply is available for patients throughout the holiday season. Those with type O blood are especially needed. How blood donation impacts lives: On Sept. 28, 2018, MaKenzie Schienebeck experienced a complication during her pregnancy and found herself losing blood extremely fast. She was in and out of consciousness and felt her life slipping away. Schienebeck was given blood transfusions on the way to the hospital, during emergency surgery and after surgery. “I would not be alive today if it was not for the American Red Cross and the gracious donors who gave their blood,” said Schienebeck. “Blood is more than just blood. It’s the key to saving lives.” During the holiday season, set aside an hour to give blood and be the lifeline patients need. Make an appointment now by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1.800.RED.CROSS (1.800.733.2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. In thanks for helping meet the urgent need, those who come to give blood (or platelets) now through Dec. 18 will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email, courtesy of Suburban Propane. (Restrictions apply; see amazon.com/ gc-legal. More information and details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Thanks.) All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

NAMI Southeast December 2019 Support Group Meeting Times The Norwich Family Support Group

7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. December 2019 Meetings: DECEMBER 4TH / DECEMBER 18TH Southeastern Mental Health Authority, 401 West Thames Street, Building 301, Norwich

The Niantic Family Support Group

7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. December 2019 Meetings: DECEMBER 5TH / DECEMBER 19TH Brian's Healing Hearts Center for Hope & Healing, Niantic

The Niantic Young Adult Connections Group 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. December 2019 Meetings: DECEMBER 12TH Brian's Healing Hearts Center for Hope & Healing, Niantic

For more information, please visit: www.namisoutheastct.org, call 860.859.4658, or email information@namisect.org

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On November 30, Santa visited Mystic on a tugboat with his trusty elf and Miss America Nina Franklin for the annual meet Santa at Mystic Park. The weather was cold and windy but parents and children waited for four hours to get to meet the man in red. People attended from Maine, Vermont, New York, and Connecticut. The event was followed by the Christmas tree lighting in Mystic River Park.

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Six Pack Review Shares 5-Star Dining at Cedars photo by Nancy Ferace

pon entering Cedars Steaks & Oysters Restaurant, Foxwoods Resort Casino, members of our Six Pack Review received a warm welcome from the host to our smiling server Nancy Ferace to a friendly wink from the bartender, all made it a point to acknowledge our presence and let us know they appreciated our patronage. All six of us agreed that Nancy’s service was beyond superior! She is passionate about her 25-year career at Cedars—a pro in every way. The entire restaurant boasts rich cherry wood throughout emitting an extra feeling of coziness and whether you choose the lounge or the dining room, you are certain to enjoy a magnificent dining experience. Order your favorite bites and libations in the lounge while you participate in the comradery around the oval-shaped bar— always fun! By the way, you’re free to order from the dining room menu while lounging. The secret is out—on Sundays and Mondays wine by the bottle is half-priced! We chose a lovely Pinot Noir by Meiomi from California—full bodied and on the fruity-side. The white wine drinkers chose a Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc—light, crisp and a perfect complement especially to the seafood dishes that Benjamin Puma, General Manager, chose for us. Always a favorite, piping hot, two varieties of pretzel rolls: one with cranberries, the other without. Also, a basket of sour

Six Pack Review (l-r) Linda Blais, Barb Dean, Alexis Ann, Kathy Zezulkai, Karen Roman, Peggy Russell, and photo bomber Craig, host. dough rolls. Two choices of butter: plain or raspberry. Forget the carbs this was too good to

must try…Great Cedar Chilled Seafood Tower of delectable gifts from the sea! A stunning array of Lobsters, King Crab Legs, Jumbo Shrimp, Clams and Oysters. This Hollywood pre se nt at ion mu st be experienced. Dinner entrees included a variety of steaks, baked stuffed shrimp, and lamb. New additions include the Ribeye Cap which is the Chef’s favorite cut; Bone-inFilet and the 42 oz. Tomahawk Chop served with maple glazed carrots, baked potatoes, steamed asparagus and Cedars’ Signature Sauce. Although this entrée is featured on the menu for two people, it could easily serve four. Tender and juicy and a must to taste. Jumbo Baked Stuffed Shrimp with Maryland Blue Crab Stuffing and lemon butter. Double-cut Colorado Lamb Chops served with a Farro and Artichoke Saute, minted carrots and lamb jus—every bite of this entrée is seasoned to perfection! Believe it or not, this feast was topped-off with three awesome desserts: Gooey Butter Cake with a piping hot center of molten chocolate lava; White Chocolate Mousse in an almond shell and a mouth-watering Butterscotch Cake filled with butterscotch cream and bourbon caramel. Dessert lovers will need multiple visits to savor all the choices! This five star experience will instill pleasant memories and keep you coming back for more!

The Crescendo: The Great Cedar Chilled Seafood Tower.

Sous Chef Brandon Mitchell serves three awesome desserts. (l-r) Linda Blais and Kathy Zezulkai.

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photo by Karen Roman Benjamin Puma, General Manager, Cedars, points out the new menu items and offers suggestions to Alexis Ann, editor & publisher, the Resident.

pass up! The appetizers: New on Cedars’ menu are Tuna Poke

Tostados with layers of Marinated Ahi Tuna, Avocado, Tomato, Radish, Cilantro and a drizzle of Lime Jalapeno Cream, all on a crispy corn tortilla. Just the right amount of crunch! $18. You could make a meal on the Baked Oysters, another new item and really a dreamy taste treat: No shell, Spinach, Leeks, Smoked Bacon, Three Cheese Fondue, enveloped in a Herb Crumb Crust—WOW $19. Beef Carpaccio featured Raw Filet Mignon, Mustard Aioli, Fried Capers, Pickled Onions, Arugula, Shaved Parmesan—sumptuous! $19. Another new item perfect for sharing with probably a party of ten is the Artisan Charcuterie Board: Local Cured Meats & Cheeses—Westerly Soupy, Prosciutto, Spicy Capicola, Serrano Ham, Brandied Chicken Liver Mousse, Bayley Hazen Blue, Aged Provolone, Grafton Cheddar, Parmesan, Olives, Fig & Fennel Jam, Cranberry Relish, Honeycomb, and Grilled Tuscan Bread. It’s bargain-priced at $38 –well worth it! If you could find all these items, you’d spend at least $100. We tried Cedars Chopped Salad—Mixed Greens, Tomato, Carrot, Cucumber, Onion, Raw Corn, Radish, Vermont Cheddar with choice of dressing $12 and the Heirloom Tomato & Onion Salad with Herb Vinaigrette and Maytag Blue Cheese. $14. Both were abundant, picture-perfect and the tomatoes tasted like they were homegrown—delicious! Now, here’s the crescendo—a

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Foxwoods Gingerbread Replicas Making History photo by Alexis Ann (l-r) Edward Allen, Executive Chef, Foxwoods Resort Casino; Leeyah Hall, Tribal Youth Jingle Dancer; Franck Iglesias, Executive Pastry Chef, Foxwoods; Ivy Hall-Rivera; and Jason Guyot, Senior Vice President Resort Operations, Foxwoods, pose in front of the gingerbread replicas.

oxwoods Resort Casino is decked out for the holidays with incredible displays throughout the resort. Foxwoods’ culinary team, led by Executive Pastry Chef Franck Iglesias, has installed three amazing gingerbread replicas depicting the Grand Pequot Tower, Fox Tower and a full-sized wigwam. Visit the Grand Pequot Tower Lobby to experience an amazing 12-foot tall and 8-foot wide gingerbread replica of Grand Pequot Tower.

The replica is made up of: • 600 lbs. of royal icing • 600 lbs. of gingerbread • 1 case of ice cream cones • 60 lbs. fondant • 10 lbs. rice krispies • 2 lbs. white chocolate • and it took 6 people about 384 hours to make Plus, head over to the Fox Tower Lobby and check out the Fox Tower gingerbread replica which consists of: • 150 lbs. of royal icing • 150 lbs. of gingerbread • 1 case of ice cream cones

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• 225 lbs. fondant • and 5 people, 200 hours to prepare and install Don’t miss stopping at Rainmaker Square to view a gingerbread replica of a wigwam that is fully decorated for the season. The wigwam was built using: • 350 lbs. of royal icing • 350 lbs. of gingerbread • 5 people, 200 hours Bring your camera to capture these festive masterpieces, and post them on your social pages.

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abitat for Humanity affiliates across Connecticut will receive grant suppor t f rom Ever source v ia t he Housi ng Tax Cre d it Contribution (HTCC) program operated by the Connecticut Housing Habitat for Humanity received a grant from Eversource. Finance Authority. The (l-r) Jennifer Rook, Director of Development, HFHGNH; funds will go toward a William Casey, Executive Director, HFHGNH; Karraine variety of projects across Moody, CEO, HAHFH; Margaret Morton, Vice President the state. of Governmental Affairs, Eversource; Terri O’Rourke, Habitat for Humanity CEO,HFHECT; Cathy Collins, CEO, HFHCFC; Michael of Eastern Connecticut DeRoy, Director of Finance, HAHFH. will receive $500,000 to support the construction of six homes and the final phase of fourteen homes being constructed in the Greeneville NRZ in Norwich. Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity will receive $500,000 to complete the construction of six homes on North Main Street in Hartford. Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven will receive $351,000 for the building of five Habitat homes in Fair Haven and The Hill neighborhoods. Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield will receive $320,000 to complete eight homes in the East End, East Side, and Mill Hill neighborhoods of Bridgeport. Eversource’s commitment helps families across Connecticut to become first time homeowners, influencing not only the families but the community as a whole.

he Jon nycake Center of Westerly an nounced that on November 23, the organ izat ion d i s t r i b u t e d 39 0 Thanksgiving meals to households in southern Rhode Island. This f igure represents one of the largest Thanksgiving distributions in the organization’s forty- The Jonnycake Center of Westerly distributed 390 Thanksgiving meals to Rhode Island four year history. Throughout the households. fall, income-eligible clients from Westerly, Charlestown, Richmond, Hopkinton, and other Rhode Island communities were invited to register with the Jonnycake Center of Westerly’s Social Services team to receive Thanksgiving meals from the Center’s Food Pantry. Jonnycake staff coordinated a series of donation drives, accepted donated food items from residents, and purchased food from the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and other community partners to secure enough food to meet demand. On distribution day, registered clients came to the Jonnycake Center to receive their Thanksgiving supplies. “We are grateful to all our neighbors who helped make this year’s Thanksgiving distribution drive a success,” said Lee Eastbourne, Jonnycake Center Executive Director. More information about the Jonnycake Center of Westerly’s Social Services, Food Pantry, Educational Outreach, Holiday Programming, and Thrift Store can be found at www.jonnycake. org or 401.377.8069.

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n awa rd-w i n n i ng autism safety system developed by the Town of Stonington in 2017 is being shared with Groton City under a memorandum of ag reement sig ned by Stonington First Selectman Rob Simmons and Groton City Mayor Keith Hedrick. The system uses a mapbased application that is accessible via the internet to Stonington First Selectman Rob Simmons and Groton aid police and first responders City Mayor Keith Hedrick shake hands after signing the in searching for people with agreement. (Back row, l-r) Police Captain Erick Jenkins, autism who may have gone Police Officer Bobby Harris, Executive Assistant to Chief of Police Juliette Parker, Glenn Frishman, Roger Kizer missing. Developed by Stonington and Chief Michael Spellman. IT Manager Roger Kizer, Human Services Director Leanne Theodore, and Groton City Police Chief Mike Spellman when he served as Stonington Selectman, the system won the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities General Entry Municipal Excellence Award in 2017. The system, which uses a Geographic Information System that contains information about each person with autism, was developed in house in Stonington at no additional cost to the taxpayer. Family members voluntarily supply information about the person, so that interaction with police and other first responders does not trigger adverse behaviors.

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The United States Coast Guard Band performs free concerts on December 15, in Leamy Concert Hall.

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was the last pitcher before Arizona's Zack Greinke 1. Who in 2018 to have a hit, an RBI and a stolen base in at least two games in a season?

either of the major-league pitchers who led his 2. Name respective league in shutouts a record seven times. was the last time before 2018 that Army's football 3. When team was ranked in The Associated Press Top 25 poll? Casey holds the record for most career regular4. Dwane season victories (320) as coach of the Toronto Raptors. Who is second?

was the last time the Boston Bruins won 50 or 5. When more games in consecutive NHL seasons? Answers: 1. Bob Gibson, in 1969. 2. Walter Johnson (A.L.) and Grover Cleveland Alexander (N.L.). 3. It was 1996. 4. Sam Mitchell, with 156 victories (2004-09). 5. The Bruins did it from the 1970-71 season through the 1973-74 season.

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unday, December 15, at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM in Leamy Concert Hall, New London, the United States Coast Guard Band presents a pair of free concerts to ring in the holidays. The festive afternoon program is oriented toward children and families, while the evening concert includes holiday hits, seasonal favorites, and features soprano soloist, Musician 1st Class Megan Weikleenget. The matinee performance is comprised of joyful holiday music to include “Troika” from Lieutenant Kije, Victor Herbert’s “March of the Toys,” and Randol Bass’ “The Night Before Christmas” with narration by Kenneth Megan (USCG, Ret.) Steve Reisteter’s “Eighth Candle” is followed by Tchaikovsky’s moving “Pas de Deux” from the Nutcracker and Edwin Goldman’s “Christmas March.” Finally, in keeping with tradition, the children

of Band members take the stage to enhance Leroy Anderson’s perennial holiday favorite, “Sleigh Ride.” The evening performance features the artistry of soprano soloist Musician 1st Class Megan Weikleenget performing heartwarming holiday favorites. The program includes: “Deck the Halls,” “Un Flambeau, Jeannette Isabelle,” “Maria Wiegenlied,” “My Favorite Things,” “O Holy Night,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” and other sounds of the season. This event is free and open to the public. No tickets are required. Leamy Concert Hall is accessible to those with disabilities. To enter the Coast Guard Academy, drivers are required to present a valid photo ID. For more information on your United States Coast Guard Band, visit www.uscg.mil/band or call the Concert Information Line at 860.701.6826.

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Holiday Cheer Winter Wagon Ride

low down this holiday season by celebrating Advent with wagon rides and family activities at Blue Slope Country Museum in Franklin. The family run includes Blue Scope Country Museum in Franklin is Christmas caroling offering wagon rides until December 15. and refreshments. The suggested donation for the event, which runs through December 15, is $9. Wagon ride start times are 1:00 PM, 1:45 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:15 PM, with dusk rides added on Fridays and Saturdays at 4:00 PM and 4:45 PM. Free parking is available, Blue Slope Country Museum is a non-profit whose mission is to preserve past agricultural practices and lifestyles to positively impact future decisions on agriculture, For more info, visit www.BlueScope.com.

Youth Holiday Art

or the sixth year in a row, La Gr ua Cent er a nd t he Stonington Garden Club are pleased to host our Kid’s Holiday Art Workshop on December 15 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Local artisans will be on hand to help children create ornaments, cards, wreaths and other holiday treats, including a special table with our friends from Yellow T he Kid’s Holiday Ar t Farmhouse Education Center. The Workshop will be held on event is open to the public and there December 15. is no registration needed. Younger children must be accompanied by an adult. Suggested donation is $5. For more info, call 860.535.2300 or visit www.LaGruaCenter.org.

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he Lyman Allyn Art Museum kicked off its Season of Wonderment with the opening of its newest family-friendly exhibit, Grand Menagerie: Animals in Art!, which runs through January 26, 2020. Throughout December, an array of activities and programs will provide holiday fun for the whole family. Early reservations are required for several of the programs. O ne s uch eve nt is S cience Sat u rd ay, held on Dec. 21, 11:0 0 A M – 1:0 0 PM. Create a river of cascading colors during this exciting frozen rainbow eruption activity. Free with admission. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sundays 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; closed Mondays and major holidays. For more information call 860.443.2545, ext. 2129 or visit us on Facebook or ww.lymanallyn.org.

Grand Menagerie: Animals in Art! features Morris Berd's Boy with a Bird, oil on canvas, circa 1947.

Holiday for Heroes Discussion

Holiday for Heroes was filmed in Mystic and Stonington.

n Wednesday, December 11 at 6:00 PM at La Grua Center in Stonington, producer Andrew Gernhard will discuss the making of the Hallmark movie Holiday for Heroes in Connecticut, specifically in Mystic and Stonington. He’ll share behind-the-scenes stories and answer your questions on Hallmark, Lifetime, or film production in general. Having grown up with a love for creative, genre bending television and films, such as the original Doctor Who and Ghostbusters, Andrew Gernhard took his love for fantastical, out-of-thebox storytelling, and turned it into a successful producing career spanning nearly two decades. Suggested donation is $5. For more info, call 860.535.2300 or visit www.LaGruaCenter.org.

Selecting and Caring for Your Christmas Tree

by Melinda Myers he holiday tree is the center of many family celebrations. Ornaments collected over the years decorate the boughs while brightly wrapped gifts are carefully placed underneath. But the hunt for the perfect tree can be an important part of the tradition. Many try to find the right size and shape for the space allotted, a fragrance the whole family prefers and good needle retention for long lasting beauty. Load the family into the car or walk to the corner Christmas tree lot and let the hunt begin. Size and shape are important. Your tree needs to fit but finding a fresh tree to last through the holidays is equally important. Here are a few tips to help you find the right tree and keep it looking its best throughout the holidays.

Finding the right tree and keeping it looking its best throughout the holidays require several key elements.

Buy local. You’ll support local Christmas tree growers and reduce the risk of spreading unwanted pests into your landscape when purchasing locally grown trees. Select the right variety. Family tradition may dictate your tree choice. Many prefer the fragrance of balsam fir and the needle retention of other firs like Fraser, White, Grand and Noble. Though not a true fir, Douglas fir needles have a wonderful aroma when crushed. White pines lack the fragrance that many prefer. Its pliable branches only support lightweight ornaments, but the soft needles have less bite than the popular Scots or Scotch pine. This evergreen has stiff branches that support heavier ornaments and its needles hold even when dry. Check for freshness. A fresh tree will last throughout the holidays. Run your

hand along the stem. The needles should be pliable, yet firmly attached to the branch. Avoid trees with lots of moss, lichens, vines, broken branches and other signs of poor care. The right fit. Look closely at the overall shape and size of the tree. Stand the tree upright to make sure it will fit in the allotted space. Check the trunk. It should be straight and the base small enough to fit in your tree stand. Proper watering is key. Fill the stand with water and check it often. Fresh trees can absorb as much as 2 quarts of water in the first 24 hours. Once your tree is in place you can add lights and decorations. Then be sure to take time throughout the busy holiday season to sit down and enjoy the beauty of your Christmas tree.

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Paco & Pearl are a bonded senior pair of love bugs. Please consider adding these two to your home they go together!! Paco is a senior boy (9 years old) who came to us from a shelter after he and his friend Pearl were brought there because their owner died. They Meet Paco & Pearl! were very well taken care of. Paco loves people and other dogs and currently lives with cats. He's neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and on preventatives. He is fostered on Gales Ferry and his adoption fee is $200.00. Pearl is a sweet little girl. She is 7 years old. She is just about perfect—house, crate, leashed trained, and good with other dogs and cats. She and her friend Paco ended up in a shelter after their owner passed away. She's fostered in Gales Ferry. She is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and current on preventatives. Her adoption fee is $200.00 If your are a senior lover she is your girl! For the adoption application, go to https://www.jotform.com/ WOFARinc/WOFAR-Adoption-Application.

Mermaid Lamp

ermaids and mermen have been "seen" and pictured since the Babylonian era. In past centuries, Greece, Japan, Ireland, Russia and Scotland have believed in local mer maids. There have been exhibits of mermaid skeletons; the 1837 Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, The Little Mermaid; the 1989 Disney movie adaptation of "The Little Mermaid" starring Ariel; and a fake documentary on television in 2012. In the 19th century, mermaids were part beautiful long-haired women and part fish, with a fish tail

instead of legs. Collectors look for st or ie s a nd a r t about mer maid s and other legendary creatures like elves, the Abom i nable Snowman or the Loch Ness monster. A hanging lamp f rom the 19th centur y with a ca r ve d mermaid, dressed in fashionable clot h i ng a nd a feathered hat, was auctioned recently by Garth's. She was holding t wo light f ixt ures with glass shades. The fixture, suspended on three decorated chains, sold for $1,500.

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DEAR PAWS: If a pet gets released into the wild, can it survive on its own? — Ben G., via email DEAR BEN: Some domesticated pets can survive for a while outdoors, hunting or scavenging for food. But they have a much shorter lifespan and can easily fall prey to injury, sickness or other predators. Dogs, for example, have been domesticated for so long that they've lost many of the key skills required of a wolf or a truly wild dog. According to a study published in 2010, "Pet dogs failed basic intelligence tests that

wolves and wild dogs pass with ease." This may be because pet dogs are trained to expect food at certain times of day, and do not have to hunt for it—so they've never really had to think about how to solve certain problems. And while cats are noted for their independence and hunting skills, a cat abandoned in the wild may not fare very well— and may become prey for larger predators or even feral cats. The same goes for other domesticated pets. Rabbits? There's a good chance Flopsy will just sit there in the field where you abandoned him until a hawk spots him

and swoops in. Parrots? They'll have trouble finding food they can eat, and except for the very southernmost parts of the U.S., winter temperatures will stress their systems fatally. My point is that releasing pets into the wild is utterly cruel and downright cowardly. A pet is a responsibility, one you've taken on. If you're having trouble taking care of a pet, resources a re available i n you r local community, from shelters to pet charities. Ask for help. Don't just abandon your pets.. Send your questions, tips or comments to ask@pawscorner.com.

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lint Eastwood has starred in 53 films, produced 36 films and just completed directing his 39th film, Richard Jewell. It's about the security guard who saved lives at the bombing of the Centennial Olympic Park at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta only to become a suspect himself. Eastwood turns 90 in May and is showing no signs of slowing down. Clint's son, Scott, has a ways to go to catch up to his dad, having just completed his 28th film (since 2006),

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The Manuscript, directed by Nick Cassavetes and starring Jamie Foxx and Jean Reno, for a Jan. 1 release. Here's a new low in creepy. Producers are using a CGI version of James Dean as the star of their upcoming Vietnam War/action/ drama, Finding Jack. Dean died in a car crash in 1955, after making only three films. They're aiming for Veterans Day 2020 to open, and say it would be Dean's fourth film. Would he want to go fo(u)rth in CGI?

residentHoroscope A R I E S ( M a r c h 21 t o April 19) There could be an unexpected change in plans for your upcoming holiday travels. But keep in mind that a little f lexibility goes a long way in resolving any disappointments.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Being told that a colleague might have been trying to undercut your effectiveness might or might not be true. Get all the facts before you even think about acting on this so-called information.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Soothing hurt feelings before they can ignite an angry outburst is the wise thing to do. And, of course, when it comes to doing the "wisdom thing," you do it so well.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A new relationship might not be responding quite as quickly as you'd hoped. Could you be expecting too much too soon? Try to ease up and let things happen at their own pace.

V I RGO (August 23 to September 22) It's a good idea to start your holiday preparation plans early in order to avoid a time crunch if an unresolved workplace situation causes a problem. That old friend might have some welcome news.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Budget your time so that you can handle both your workplace duties and your personal holiday planning -including travel arrangements -- without burning out on either end.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A family member's actions continue to surprise you, but this time with positive results. Could be your wise counsel finally got through. It's like having an early holiday gift, isn't it?

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You might find that you still need to firm up one or two of those still-outstanding decisions so that you finally can move forward as you had planned. Weigh the facts, then act.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) As we approach the frenetic pace of pre-holiday planning, take time out now to reconnect with the wonderf ul people who share your life, especially the one who also shares your dreams. CA NC ER (Ju ne 21 t o July 22) A misunderstanding should be resolved before you get caught up in the f lurry of holiday preparations. Set your pride aside and deal with it, regardless of who might have hurt whom first.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your reluctance to act in a current situation could be traced to your inner self advising you to take more time to study its complexities before you attempt to deal with it. Good luck.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You usually don't carry grudges, but you might feel this is one time when you're justified in doing so. But aren't you spending too much energy holding onto it? Let it go and move on.

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Annual Winter Boot Drive

DEC 14

Through Dec. 13. www.tvcca.org

Holiday Winter Wagon Ride

Through Dec 15, 1:00 PM, 1:45 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:15 PM, Blue Slope Country Museum, Franklin. www.Blueslope.com

Season of Wonderment

Through Jan. 26, Lyman Allyn Art Museum, New London. www.lymanallyn.org 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM, Lapsit, Session One, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM, Just Two's to Just Three's, Session One, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org

Holiday for Heroes Discussion 6:00 PM, La Grua Center, Stonington. www.LaGruaCenter.org

Christmastime Teas

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme. www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org

DECEMBER 12 Young Adult Connections

DECEMBER 14 Music Matters: Cafe Lisboa 5:00 PM, La Grua Center, Stonington. www.LaGruaCenter.org

A Christmas Carol

7:30 PM, Granite Theatre, Westerly. www.granitetheatre.com

The Russ Becker Trio

1:00pm, The Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. www.hchlibrary.org

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Brian's Healing Hearts Center for Hope & Healing, Niantic. www.namisoutheastct.org

Fiddle N' Fun

Winter Storytimes!

Holiday Winter Wagon Ride

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM, Lapsit, Session Two, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org

Winter Storytimes!

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM, Just Two's to Just Three's, Session One, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org

Art•Bar Happy Hour

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme. www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org

DECEMBER 13 Blood Donation

1:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Colchester Federated Church, 60 Main Street. www.RedCrossBlood.org/Thanks

A Christmas Carol

7:30 PM, Granite Theatre, Westerly. www.granitetheatre.com

From Page to Screen

1:00pm, The Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. www.hchlibrary.org

Cocoa with the Grinch

Join us around a roaring fire to sip hot beverages, enjoy tasty sweets, and toast marshmallows. Do some shopping for great books, mugs, patches, and other Fort Griswold memorabilia. Monument House Museum, Groton

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme. www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org

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Winter Storytimes!

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM, Ames Room, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org 1:00 PM, 1:45 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:15 PM, Blue Slope Country Museum, Franklin. www.Blueslope.com

Drop-in Craft Days

10:00 AM, Childrens Room, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org

Open House and Bonfire

Youth Holiday Art Workshop 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, La Grua Center, Stonington. www.LaGruaCenter.org

US Coast Guard Band

2:00 PM & 7:00 PM, Leamy Concert Hall, New London. www.uscg.mil/band

DECEMBER 16 Blood Donation

8:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Cardinal Honda, Groton. www.RedCrossBlood.org/Thanks

DECEMBER 17 Blood Donation

12:30 PM - 5:30 PM, French Club, Jewett City. www.RedCrossBlood.org/Thanks

TEDxHCHLibrary Talks

9:30pm, The Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. www.hchlibrary.org

Blue Christmas/Healing Service 7:00 PM, Saint James Episcopal Church, Preston. 860.889.0150

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Fort Griswold State Park, Groton. www.fortgriswold.org

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Exhibition on Screen

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme. www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org

Make and Take

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Children's Department, Public Library of New London. www.plnl.org

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Family Support Group

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Southeastern Mental Health Authority, Norwich. www.namisoutheastct.org

DECEMBER 19 Blood Donation

4:00 PM, Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church, Old Lyme. www.saintannsoldlyme.org

12:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Norwich Blood Donation Center, 45 Salem Turnpike. www.RedCrossBlood.org/Thanks

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A Christmas Carol

Choral Program

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme. www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Brian's Healing Hearts Center for Hope & Healing, Niantic. www.namisoutheastct.org

OPEN HOUSE AND BONFIRE AT FORT GRISWOLD 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Family Support Group

7:30 PM, Granite Theatre, Westerly. www.granitetheatre.com

6:00 PM, The Groton Public Library. www.grotonpl.org

DECEMBER 20 Christmastime Teas

DECEMBER 21 Christmas Pops Concert

6:00 PM, Kent Hall, Westerly. 401.596.8663

Ugly Sweater Party

6:30 PM, Chestnut Street Playhouse, Norwich. www.chestnutstreetplayhouse.org

BollyX Workout

9:30 AM, St. James Episcopal Church, New London. www.plnl.org/events

Family Movie Matinee

3:00 PM, Ames Room, Mystic & Noank Library. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org

Play-Dough Day

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Children's Department, Public Library of New London. www.plnl.org

Science Saturday

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Lyman Allyn Art Museum, New London. www.lymanallyn.org

DECEMBER 22 Drop-In Art Program

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme. www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org

Christmas Pops Concert

2:00 PM & 4:30 PM, Kent Hall, Westerly. 401.596.8663

DECEMBER 23 Winter Break Fun

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Children's Department, Public Library of New London. www.plnl.org

DECEMBER 24 Blood Donation

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Winter Break Fun

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Christmas Eve Services

4:00 PM & 11:00 PM, Saint James Episcopal Church, Preston. 860.889.0150

When Is Christmas Coming To Your Town? Norwich Paint Night - Christmas Cardinal Dec. 11, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM G's Country Barn, 204 Sturtevant St. The Treasure of Christmas Island Dec. 13, 7:30 PM Norwich Arts Center, 62 Broadway Mystic Festival of Lights at Olde Mistick Village Dec. 13, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd. Northern Lights Dec. 14, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Mystic Aquarium, 27 Coogan Blvd. Groton Holiday Cheese and Cheer Pairing Dec. 19, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Mystic Cheese Company, 225 Leonard Drive #2A A Christmas Carol – Dickens Parlor Christmas Dec. 14, 6:00 PM Avery Copp House, 154 Thames Street. New London Run For a Clause Dec. 15, 10:30 AM 27 Water Street New London Holiday Party Dec. 13, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Community Health Center of New London, 1 Shaws Cove Stonington Stonington Garden Club Holiday Party Dec. 13, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 166 Cove Road Holiday Stroll at The Velvet Mill Dec. 14, 10:00 AM The Velvet Mill, 22 Bayview Ave.

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Italian Americans Contribute to Popularity of Boxing

by Roger Zotti ichard D. Biondi, the author of the informative, meticulously researched, well craf ted Pugilistic Paisani and Elm City Italians (co-authored with Salvatore Zarra), believes ”readers and fans of boxing need to recognize t he proud t r a d it ion It al ia n Americans have in the sport. At every level Italian Americans have contributed to the popularity of boxing. Furthermore, I hope the readers comprehend the sacrifices a fighter has to make. To be successful, boxers must live a Spartan lifestyle. It takes a special person to climb those three steps into the ‘Squared Circle.’” A teacher at Branford High School in Branford, Rich said he was inspired to write his books when, “in the mid-1990’s, I was watching a movie about Rocky

Marciano with Sal, a fellow teacher and friend.” When the movie was over, Rich told Sal he wanted to write a book on Italian American boxers. For Rich, what was most rewarding about writing his books “was meeting and interviewing many icons of the ring.” Former world champion Joey Maxim was his first interview and “from day one the project took off. I went on to interview over 400 fighters, trainers, managers, promoters, and family members.” And most challenging, Rich said, “was lear ning to pace myself. I spent over a decade researching and writing. I was so excited that the project became obsessive.” Meeting with “Tony DeMarco, Carmen Basilio, and Joey Giardello was an unbelievable thrill for me because I never boxed at any level. These men were so giving of their time

“It takes a special person to climb those three steps into the ‘squared circle.” — Richard D. Biondi and respectful. Boxers are truly a breed apart.” Of the many good movies about boxing, Rich’s favorite is “without a doubt Raging Bull (1980), which won Academy Aw a r d s a n d i s g e n e r a l l y

considered one of the greatest films ever produced. I had the opportunity to interview Jake LaMotta three times. He was open and articulate with me. He did inform me he was worse in life than how he was portrayed in the movie.” Elm City Italians contains 17 skillfully written and concise biographies of Italian American boxers from New Haven. It’s a supplement to Pugilistic Paisani and among the fighters Rich and Sal write about are Connecticut Boxing Hall of Famers Eddie Compo and Nate Mann. (Eddie was i nducted November 9; his nephew Felix DelGiudice accepted the award for him. Na t e w a s a 2 0 0 6 C BHOF recipient.) In 1944 Eddie t u r ned professional and fought at some of the country’s major venues, like St. Nicholas Arena, the

New Haven Arena, and Madison Square Garden. In 1949, in a title bout, he battled world featherweight champion Willie Pep at Waterbury’s Municipal Stadium before 10,722 fans. Though he was stopped in the seventh round, Rich writes, “Eddie was far from a spent f ighter.” Two years later he upset Stamford, Connecticut’s previously undefeated Chico Vejar, winning a ten-round split decision. The win ser ved to “rejuvenate [Eddie’s] career.” When he was twenty-two years old, Nate fought the great Joe Louis, in 1938, at Madison Square Garden. It was Joe’s second defense of his heavyweight title and he stopped Nate in the third round. Later Joe, always gracious, praised Nate as being a hard puncher. Both books are available at www.amazon.com.

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My Boyfriend Blows Up Whenever I Talk About Issues

how happy or loving ear Neil: My the relationship is, boyfriend or how long you’ve refuses to been toget her. communicate when Being in an intimate there is an issue in relationship requires our relationship. He that arguments and would rather I simply wo u n d e d f e e l i n g s never talk about it. be addressed and If I dared to make resolved in a timely suggestions to him fash ion — or you r about how to better relationship will deal with conflicts or i nev it ably b e come issues, he would blow Neil Rosenthal hurt, resentful, up. I’ve tried to have a ng r y a nd d ist a nt. calm conversations with him on what I need to change, but I am saying this about all intimate all he says is that he doesn’t want to talk relationships, not solely about yours. Your boyfriend doesn’t want to talk about any of our issues. He has fits of anger if I confront him about anything. about uncomfortable subjects that he I know I should just walk away, as this is might find critical or imposing—or killing me. — Unhappy in Leicester, UK possibly he may be asked to compromise or do things your way—so he uses D E A R U N H A P P Y: E v e r y anger as a way to intimidate you into r e l a t i o n s h i p h a s i t s s h a r e o f silence. But the two of you cannot disag reements, hu r t feeli ngs a nd sustain a close relationship that way. misunderstandings. This is regardless of This is why we have all heard people

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Christmas Pops Concerts

he sounds of the season will fill Westerly’s historic George Kent Performance Hall the weekend before Christmas, as the Chorus of Westerly presents three performances of their popular holiday favorite, Christmas Pops. Conducted by Andrew Howell, the 180-voices of the Chorus of Westerly will be joined by the Pops Festival Orchestra and other special guests for a performance featuring new and traditional holiday music. The three p e r fo r m a n c e s of C h r i st m a s Pops w i l l b e o n Sa t u r d ay, December 21 at 6:0 0 PM a n d S u n d a y, December 22, at 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM. The performances will all be in Kent Hall in downtown Westerly. Tickets for all three performances can still be purchased at the Kent Hall Box Office, by calling 401.596.8663, or online at www.chorusofwesterly.org. Fans of Christmas Pops and the Chorus of Westerly are encouraged to inquire and purchase tickets soon, as historically

this is a sell-out event prior to the event weekend. First presented in 1981, this year’s Christmas Pops will feature both new and traditional holiday favorites including “Sleigh Ride,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “Joy To The World,” “White Christmas” and a new setting of “O Holy Night” by New York composer and Westerly n a t i v e J o h n Ta f o n e . Au d ie n c e m e m b e r s can also expect a special appearance by Santa Claus during the program. The concer t r uns approximately 75 m i nutes i n length and is appropr iate for families and children ages 7 and older. For more i n for mat ion or to inquire about tickets please call the Kent Hall Box Office at 401.596.-8663. This year's performance, which will mark the 39th edition of Christmas Pops in Kent Hall, is being presented with major support from Dime Bank, South County Health, Mrs. Marion Palm, and the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts.

say that marriage requires a lot of work. A close relationship requires—at the very minimum—a genuine willingness to hear out the other person without interrupting, stone-walling, dismissing or belittling. It necessitates extremely good communication skills, which asks us to say calmly and succinctly exactly what we feel, need and want, and it requires that we be truly good listeners as well. A close relationship necessitates that we learn and practice effective conflict resolution skills, which in turn requires us to be willing to negotiate, compromise and problem solve so that both partners feel heard and respected. And it asks us to do this while repeatedly giving our partner the benefit of the doubt and an assumption of good will. So, for starters, your boyfriend’s refusal to communicate, and his angry reactions if you attempt to discuss an issue or a conflict is destined to leave you feeling hurt, resentful and distant from him. Sooner or later you are

going to have to draw the line. If you walk away from him, you will learn very quickly whether he is then willing to communicate and resolve conf lict when he realizes that the relationship will end if he doesn’t. But even then, if he refuses to listen or blows up when you say something he would rather not hear, it will be time for you to end the relationship once and for all. Relationships ask more of us, not less. More desire to please, more interest in hearing you out, more willingness to engage, more ability to negotiate and compromise. If your boyfriend doesn’t want to do that, find someone else who will. You want someone who values how you feel and what you want, and who is willing to talk about it. Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder. He is the author of the bestselling book Love, Sex, and Staying Warm: Creating a Vital Relationship. Contact him at 303.758.8777 or visit www.neilrosenthal.com.

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Predicting Alzheimer's

he OLFACT T M Test Bat ter y, developed by Osmic Enterprises, wa s i n it ially developed to detect olfactor y impair ments. Now, it's been adapted as an automated, selfadministered screening test to predict Alzheimer's disease/dementia and is being tested by a number of prominent physicians and research laboratories around the United States and in China. People sense smell t h roug h t he olfactory nerve and the olfactory system is often one of the earliest sites where the signature neuropathology of Alzheimer's disease is found. The olfactory system is also intricately connected with the hippocampus, a brain structure that plays a major role in the formation of memories. These factors suggest that the sense of smell could be effective in assessing for development of the disease. The OLFACT TM Test Battery consists of a miniaturized olfactometer (instrument to generate smells) and a tablet-based app which controls presentation of the smells by the olfactometer and administration of the test protocols on the tablet. The test battery has four standard olfactor y f u nct ion test s: odor identification, memory, discrimination and threshold. The tests are presented in an unbiased manner with computeraccurate consistency concerning timing

The OLFACTTM Test battery was developed with the aid of SBIR grants funded by the National Institutes of Health/National Institute of Aging. and smell concentration. The app scores and provides a report of the results and all data is stored in real-time in a central, cloud-based database. Osmic Enterprises is currently in the process of applying for FDA approval for the test. Once it receives FDA clearance, it can be used with other biomarkers to screen for Alzheimer's/dementia. The product and its data on predicting Alzheimer's was presented at the Clinical Trials on Alzheimer's Disease (CTAD) conference from December 4-7 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront. Learn more about the company at: www.osmicenterprises.com.

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Saint Bernard Honor Roll

he following students have been named to the honor roll for the first quarter of the 2019-20 school year at Saint Bernard School. Grade 6: Rebecca Bar tinik, Timothy Braun, Dylan Cass, Yoyee Chen, Martha Hammond, Thomas McWilliams, James Niles, Palmer Noe, Nicholas Rembish, Jorel Scot t , A k a i Sor ia , Madelyn Tousignant, Tenzin Saint Bernard School in Uncasville named their Tsephel, Anabelle Wenzel, honor roll students for the first quarter of the Fiona Wu, and ZiYan Xu. 2019-20 school year. Grade 7: Joseph Busher, Daniel Jones, Violet Kunka, Kaden Lovdahl, Abigail McCarron, Edward Andre Nopal, Aubree Nygaard, Hope Ouellette, Jasmine Rajan, John (Will) Sluggett, and Benjamin Teague. Headmaster's List Grade 8: Sophie Addison, Brooke Bergendahl, Teodor Bortan, Colin Britner, Sidhaarth Bulusu, Maria Carseli, Desiree Chow, Tsering Dolma, Zhuning Gao, Will Hamburger, Magnus Henson, Beverly Mayberry, Olivia Mayorga, Thomas McLaughlin, Sienna Sferrazza, and Grace Turner. Grade 9: Adeline Arvidson, Joseph Basso, JohnPaul Hammond, Gwyneth Howes, Jack Masakowski, Samantha McCarron, Crystal Nguyen, Payton Noe, Sophia Ortega-Diaz, Jacqueline Oswald, Avery Rembish, and Katherine Sluggett. Grade 10: Angeljolee Carter, Xumeng (Aria) Ge, Ian González, Yen-Chun (Julie) Lin, and Joshua Porterfield. Grade 11: Olivia Massad, Ethan Ortega, Ryan Proulx, WaiYi (Jennifer) Shing, and Alex Wu. Grade 12: James Adams, Tucker Freeman, Brigid Kunka, Francesca Lupo, Lauren O'Donnell, and Zitao (Victor) Zeng. High Honors: Grade 6: Aiden Benyon, Isaias Bumpus, Brendan Connors, Jelena Francis, Nadejda Futrell, Marcus Geren, Nathan Hendsch, Cody Panas, Mason Panas, Connar Petro, Lauren Piotrowski, and Nathan Porterfield. Grade 7: Shem Adams, Luke Adams, Aidan Cass, Evan Clark, Karina Fanini Sanchez, Kiley Flores Nahue, Elizabeth Frechette, Alexander Hatch, Tye Masucci, Owen Pazzaglia, Zachary Pazzaglia, Mahlen Puhlick, Marc Sauchuk, Benjamin Syphrett, Evan Whitten, and Kailani Wiggins. Grade 8: Lucas Dellacono, Alexander Graul, Stephanie Herr, Coral Kucsera, Robert McCarron, Grace Moriarty, Jason O'Donnell, Zander Timmerman, and Audrey-Jane Turner. Grade 9: Jayra Azcona, Matthew Bottaro, Leah Egan, Weilin (Frank) Fang, Katelyn Geren, Alex González, Connor Harris, Emily Hernandez, Isabella Kimball, Abagail Kowalyshyn, Mary Kunka, Natalia Lallis, Alyssa Lazarou, Umberti Likollari, Odin Malz, Adriana Nunez, Amy Oo, Ashlyn Paradis, Ziyun (Cloud) Que, Jorlennys Rosario, Kevin Trinh, Lijin (Laura) Wang, Benjamin Wenzel, Christian Wolk, Mingcheng (Tom) Wu, and Yunfan (Daisy) Zheng. Grade 10: Sophia Boras, Olivia Busher, Josemanuel Castillo, Jiaqi (Calvin) Chen, Alexis Duyan, Julia Ferris, Christopher Gonzalez, Adrianna Graul, Elizabeth Hannaford, Elijah Jones, Andrew Kaika, Erin Londregan, Charles Niles, Jaime Nygaard, Onastasha Parfitt, Liam Peters, Kathleen Power, Maria Proulx, Lindsey Reilly, Yue (Cici) Sun, and Lillian Turner. Grade 11: Martin Arvidson, Juliet Brady, Serena Britner, Kyle Caulkins, ManHou (Brian) Chan, Kejia(Vivian) Cui, Kyle Egan, Chenghao (Kris) Fan, Andrew Graves, Sebastian Guinassi, Emily Hart, Brendan Hird,, Emilia Janes, Rachel Kunka, Trizia May Lao-ang, Franchella Mariano, Frank Pacheco Davila, Catherine Poeschl, Hollie Ruggiero, Samantha Salas Santos, Crystaliz Sanchez, Sophia Videll, Thomas Ward, Abigail Whewell, and Rui (Ray) Zheng. For the rest of the list, visit www.facebook.com/TheResidentGoodNews/.

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