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Winged things hit the libraryCapturing the beauty of nature

with a camera is a hobby, but advocating for its preservation is a lifestyle.

Newington resident Roy Zartarian is actively involved in both and evidence of his work can be seen inside the Lucy Robbins Welles Library Community Room all this month.

His photographic exhibit “Winged Things Again” features birds and butterflies that fre-quent the habitats he is most fond of — from Cedar Mountain in Newington to his family’s camp-site in Fairfield, Vt.

As a member of the Save Cedar Mountain group, Zartarian has spoken out at the town’s Conservation Committee meet-ings over the last several years in opposition to national developer Toll Brothers building housing developments on the land.

“It’s the last major piece of open space in Newington and it’s a valuable habitat for birds,”

said Zartarian, pointing out one photo in the exhibit of an Indigo Bunting, a bird of a brilliant blue hue that he admired there.

“We found about 100 species of birds on Cedar Mountain,” he continued. “Of that number, half nest up there and another 40 per-

By ERICA SCHMITTSTAFF WRITER

Erica Schmitt | StaffAs a member of the Save Cedar Mountain group, Roy Zartarian advocates for the wildlife on Cedar Mountain, which is frequently threatened by devel-opment. Here he stands by a photo he took there of an indigo bunting.

Resident’s passion for wildlife on display at library art exhibit

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Council exploring affordable senior housing opportunities Newington officials are intent

on keeping housing affordable for the town’s growing elderly popu-lation. That’s why after a grant application to study the possibility of such development was denied a few weeks ago, they are now look-ing into a different opportunity.

In May, the Town Council approved an application for a $20,400 Municipal Affordable Housing Regulations Technical Assistance Grant, awarded to towns interested in increasing their affordable housing oppor-tunities.

But their discretion in asking to use the money for senior-exclu-

sive housing made it inaccessible.However, another opportunity

might be more feasible.Housing Connections of

Connecticut, a program funded by the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority, offers technical assis-tance with planning, site selection, design, financing, development and management of affordable housing.

According to Councilor Terry Borjeson, town liaison to the Capitol Region Council of Governments, the organization would OK senior housing and provide most of the services the town is seeking.

Borjeson, along with Town Manager John Salomone and

Mayor Steve Woods, will meet with Housing Connections in coming weeks before bringing the group in front of councilors, who he told of the opportunity and provided with information already.

“I want to set up a get together to see specifi-cally what they’re able to provide for us — total-ly in the area of senior affordable housing,” he explained. “If we’re com-fortable with what they’re saying and it’s something we could do within the parameters of Town Council and Planning and Zoning then we can move forward to bring them in front of the whole council,” said Borjeson, who sits on the CRCOG’s Policy Board.

Since it formed in 2007, Housing Connections has pro-vided services to 68 towns across the state. This has led to the development of 542 affordable homes — 338 for families, 204 for the elderly.

The concept of affordable housing allows for 80 percent market rate units and 20 percent

at a discounted rate for the low-income population. This ratio makes it more attractive to for-profit builders.

Officials’ main concern over the last few months has been restrict-ing it only to seniors, which are

expected to comprise over 30 percent of the town’s population by the year 2030, according to Newington’s 2010-2020 Plan of Conservation and Development, which is based on U.S. Census data.

The plan’s infrastructure strat-egies suggest anticipating this change by creating programs and providing services that promote “aging in place.”

An obvious example would be providing seniors with affordable housing.

“From what I know, it’s cer-tainly something worth looking into. What I would like is a full presentation to the council so everyone can receive the same information at the same time to see what this organization can

do for us,” said Council Majority Leader and mayoral candidate Beth DelBuono.

“My feeling is that we need to be looking only at senior housing at this point … I want to make sure it’s not high-density housing and it’s not going to negatively impact our community

in any way.” Borjeson assures that the town will look into it “cau-tiously.”

“We need to make sure it’s what we want, but they’re a great organization for us to get involved with,” Borjeson added. “We’re not obligating anything, were just exploring to see if this is some-thing we’ll be able to do for our seniors.”

Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or [email protected].

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

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Annual candlelight VJ Day ceremony to honor veterans Local residents never miss out on

an opportunity to honor veterans, and next weekend it will be those who have since passed on.

The 5th Annual VJ Day Candlelight Ceremony of Remembrance will begin at the Newington Memorial Funeral Home and culminate at the National Iwo Jima Memorial Monument and Park on the Newington-New Britain town line Saturday, Aug. 17.

Several Marines will ceremoni-ously fold an American flag at the funeral home before placing it in the back of a hearse, which will then travel to the Iwo Jima Memorial for more activities. The Patriot Guard Motorcycle Riders will join Newington Police in escorting the procession across town.

Anyone who wishes to remember a deceased loved one who served at any time in the U.S. Armed Forces is welcome to bring a photo of them to place on Iwo Jima’s “Wall of Honor.” They will also be able to call out their name and toll a bell in their honor.

The second portion of the evening will include singers, bagpipes, invo-cation, speakers, taps, a rifle salute, a rider-less horse and the lighting

of candles. According to Iwo Jima Memorial

Historical Foundation President Gary Roy, this event has been des-ignated as the National Hub for the “Spirit of ‘45” events in Connecticut, which celebrate the “can do” attitude of that generation.

“I think we should pay respect for anybody that has ever been in

the service at any time, and this is just one of our ways to make sure they’re remembered — not forgot-ten,” said Roy, who will be honoring his grandfather, a World War I vet who passed away in 1966, and his great-uncle, a World War II vet who

has been deceased for more than a decade.

“As far as we know, in Connecticut, this is the only candlelight service held for veterans on this type of a scale,” added Roy, who every year tries to organize the event around

Aug. 14, which is VJ Day or the day in 1945 that Japan surrendered, effectively ending World War II.

Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or [email protected].

By ERICA SCHMITTSTAFF WRITER IF YOU GO...

WHAT: The 5th Annual VJ Day Candlelight Ceremony of RemembranceWHEN: Saturday, Aug. 17 at 5:30 p.m.WHERE: Gather at the Newing-ton Memorial Funeral Home, 20 Bonair Ave., Newington, be-fore a procession will head to the Iwo Jima Memorial, where parking will be limited to the elderly, handicapped, present-ers and motorcycles. Free bus transportation to the site will be provided to others. In case of rain, the entire ceremony will take place at the funeral home. For more information, contact Gary Roy at (860) 291-9666 or [email protected].

The 5th Annual VJ Day Candlelight Ceremony of Remembrance will begin at the Newington Memorial Funeral Home and end at the National Iwo Jima Memorial on the Newington-New Britain town line Saturday, Aug. 17.

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Before beginning the tour, Blumenthal met with representa-tives of the factory at 300 Fenn Road, which specializes in the manufacture of aerospace technol-ogy and machine tools.

After introductions, Blumenthal viewed a video presentation about the company. The video highlight-ed the experience and dedication of the SPX workers, the precision and quality of their products, and their “Made in America” brand. The presentation also stressed the factory’s support of the U.S. mili-tary, and that many workers have family members who had served or are currently serving their country.

Following the presentation, Blumenthal toured the factory floor, stopping at different stations greeting workers who explained new technology and how different parts were assembled, disassem-bled, inspected and repaired.

“Chances are I flew in your helicopters in Afghanistan, and so did my son in the Marine Corps reserve,” Blumenthal said.

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head components for Chinook and Apache helicopters.”

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“I’m tremendously impressed by the skill, precision, and durability of the parts made here for helicop-ters used by our men and women in uniform,” he said. “We need to keep these assembly lines busy for the jobs and economic growth as well as for the well-being of our military men and women. There is nothing more important than the safety and reliability of our helicopters and civilian aerospace products, which SPX does so well.”

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Kevin Bartram | StaffAbove, SPX president Ron Felix, right, talks to Senator Blumenthal. Below, Paul McNeill, right, acting engineering director of the metal forming division at SPX, watches a presentation before Blumenthal’s tour.

Kevin Bartram | StaffBob Duvay, of Bristol, talks to U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal as Blumenthal tours SPX Precision Components in Newington, which manufacturers aerospace products.

Kevin Bartram | StaffSPX worker Antwan Marshall, right, talk to U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal during a tour of SPX Precision Com-ponents in Newington.

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Aetna dropping out of state health exchange; 3 insurers remain

HARTFORD — The Hartford-based Aetna Life Insurance Co. has informed state insurance officials that it has withdrawn from Connecticut’s health insurance exchange, which is poised to begin open enrollment this fall.

In a letter to the state’s Insurance Department, released Monday, the insurer said it “reluctantly” decided to withdraw from the insurance mar-ketplace for 2014.

“Please be assured this is not a step taken lightly, and was made as part of national review of our Exchange strategy,” wrote Aetna’s senior actuary, Bruce Campbell. Correspondence posted on the Insurance Department’s website shows Aetna and the agency disagreed over how Aetna had calculated its proposed rates for the insurance marketplace.

Aetna has also withdrawn from offering individual plans in Maryland and Georgia, said Susan Millerick, an Aetna spokesman.

“We have spent considerable time identify-ing those states in which we can be competitive and add the most value to the market,” said Millerick, adding how the insurer is continuing to analyze Aetna’s overall company strategy, including the impact of Aetna’s recent acquisi-tion of Coventry Health Care Inc.

Kevin Counihan, the chief executive of the

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“The good news today is that consumers and businesses will retain several, high quality choices, and today’s decision also shows we at AHCT are doing our best to hold rates down,” Counihan said in a written statement. “Our goal is clear: we want to bring affordable, quality health care to Connecticut’s residents and small businesses.”

There are currently three insurers offering plans to small groups, which include businesses with less than 50 employees. They include Anthem, HealthyCT and United Healthcare. ConnectiCare recently withdrew from offering small group coverage.

News of Aetna’s withdrawal comes as the Insurance Department is expected to act on the proposed rates following a lengthy review. Counihan credited that process with reducing rates submitted by several of the participating carriers.

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cent use the mountain as a nesting spot during their migration.”

Among them: rose-breasted grosbeaks, yellow warblers, even the Baltimore oriole.

Zartarian credits his interest in the outdoors to an old girlfriend 20 years back who was an avid bird-watcher.

“The bird watching turned into butterfly watching,” he said. “When I planted a butterfly bush to attract hummingbirds, I got butterflies instead. That got me started down this slippwery slope.”

And he means that literally — Zartarian isn’t afraid to become one with the scenery in front of his Canon single-lens reflex camera.

Current president of the Connecticut Butterfly Association and a member of the Connecticut

Audubon Society, he has served as a nature guide at the Hillstead Museum, Cedar Hill Cemetery and Northwest Park.

But sometimes his outdoor adventures take him no far-ther than his own backyard in Newington, where he has lived since 1976. One photo boasts the astute face of an Eastern Screech Owl tucked inside a bird house he made himself.

Before retiring three years ago Zartarian was the Town of Newington’s Director of Information Technology.

“Winged Things Again” will be on display Aug. 5-31 in the Community Room at the Lucy Robbins Welles Library, 95 Cedar St. The library’s regular hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

Erica Schmitt | StaffNaturalist Roy Zartarian next to one of his favorite photos in his “Winged Things” exhibit at the Lucy Robbins Welles Library, of a bald eagle near Ferry Landing in Rocky Hill.

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The Food Bank shelves are now bare. Our volunteers and staff are very concerned that there is not enough food for residents in need. Food Bank usage continues to be high with over 150 eligible house-holds using it each month.

Last year the Holiday, Food, Toy and Gift Program also expe-rienced an increase with 412 households qualifying for assis-tance. Rising gasoline and heating costs continue to make it diffi-cult for residents facing financial hardship.

With the continued poor economy, many folks with fixed incomes are facing longer periods of hardship, struggling to cover basic needs.

Civic organizations, businesses, religious groups and residents are always very supportive, but with everyone feeling the affects of rising costs, food donations are being stretched to provide for more residents. Summer dona-tions always drop as many groups don’t meet, people vacation or may not be in a position to help. For those of you able to, please consider a food bank or monetary donation, to help us sustain our community members in need.

Monetary donations allow us to purchase items at Foodshare and other stores to supplement donations and fill in gaps when needed.

Funds also allow us to provide emergent basic needs (through our Special Needs Fund) such as medication, energy assistance and housing related costs. Food and checks can be made payable to “Newington Human Services” and mailed to/dropped off at Human Services, 131 Cedar St., Newington, CT 06111. We are open Monday through Friday,

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of the organizations and volun-teers in the community, Human Services could not assist residents in need the way we do.

People who contribute or vol-unteer always tell us they have experienced or have been close to being in a difficult financial circumstance in their life and this is their way of giving back.

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Cut-a-thon fundraiser to benefit Parks and Rec programs It’s a deal that can’t be beat: get

a haircut for 10 bucks, and at the same time, improve children’s pro-gramming and activities offered by the town of Newington.

That’s what Hair on the Square Salon is offering the Saturday before school starts. Fittingly, they’re calling the fundraiser “The Back to School Cut-a-Thon.” From 12 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, the salon should be swarming, as all adults and children can get their hair cut for $10 — a hard-to-find

deal these days. All funds raised will go to benefit the town’s Parks and Recreation Department, which organizes year-round youth sports, games and activi-ties. This includes everything from the R.O.P.E.S. Course off of Fenn Road to the Annual Extravaganza and the operation of the Churchill and Mill Pond Park pools.

“Hopefully parks and rec can use that money to open a new program to help less fortunate families; every little bit helps,” said Hair on the Square Owner Tammy

Selander. “We’re hoping to do a cool thing for the town,” she continued.

“90 percent of people say they come into Hair on the Square because

they love supporting our town and being loyal to local business. I just

thought when we picked parks and rec it would be a great cause because we’d be supporting the children of the town. Children are my heart, like a weakness for me.” Other downtown businesses are helping to make the afternoon a fun one for families. Owners of Newington Pizza, The Black Rose Tavern and The Candy Jar will all be donating food and other goodies.The salon will also be introducing

the community to their two newest

stylists, Mary and Nicole. Fellow beauty expert Tracy Kearcher will be bringing her Glitzy Girls gear, which she uses to host fun and glamorous parties for kids.

“We’re going to have at least six girls cutting,” added Selander, who hopes to make the event an annual one.

There will also be exciting raffle prizes and goody bags.

Hair on the Square is locat-ed at 148 Market Square. (860) 666-2283. The Back to School Cut-a-Thon will be held Saturday, Aug. 24 from noon to 2 p.m.

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

“90 percent of people say they come into Hair on the Square because they love supporting our town...” TAMMY SELANDERHair on the Square owner

The Connecticut Insurance Department has approved prices for health plans to be sold through Access Health CT, the new market-place created by federal health reform.

The monthly premiums for plans sold through Access Health’s individual market range from $197 per month for a 21-year-old in Hartford County to $893.88 a month for a 64-year-old in Fairfield County. But that’s before taking into account federally funded discounts that many customers are expected to qualify for to lower their costs.

The costs a particular person would pay will vary based on age, location and the particular plan selected, as well as whether the person qualifies for a discount.

Between 80,000 and 100,000 people are expected to buy coverage for next year through Access Health, the state’s health insurance exchange. It will begin enrolling people Oct. 1 for coverage that takes effect Jan. 1.

The insurance department approved rates for three carriers to sell coverage through the exchange’s individual market, and finalized rates for three carriers offering coverage to small businesses.

Through the rate review process, the depart-ment required Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield to reduce its rates. Another carrier, new-comer HealthyCT, lowered its rates in advance of the department’s final decision. Both of those insurers will sell coverage on Access Health’s individual and small-group markets.

ConnectiCare Benefits, which will sell plans only on the exchange’s individual market, received approval for its rates as proposed. UnitedHealthcare, which will offer plans only on the exchange’s small-group market, reduced its rates during the review process.

Access Health CEO Kevin Counihan said his staff will be examining the rates but, in a statement, called them a positive sign.

“This is good news because our prelimi-nary analysis indicates that many residents in Connecticut may actually see their insurance rates go down, while for those who may see increases, they will be far less than was predicted even just a few months ago,” he said.

This story originally appeared at CTMirror.org, the website of The Connecticut Mirror, an independent nonprofit news organiza-tion covering government, politics and public policy in the state.

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Colleen Susan HinchcliffeColleen Susan Hinchcliffe,

53, of Newington died peace-fully Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013, at Hartford Hospital.

She was born Aug. 26, 1959, the beloved daughter of William A. Hinchcliffe of Newington and the late Geraldine (Reilly) Hinchcliffe. She is also survived by her adored brother and sister-in-law, William A. Hinchcliffe II and Vivian Hinchcliffe of Springfield, Ill.; beloved neph-ews, William A. Hinchcliffe III, of New Haven and Robert T.

Hinchcliffe of Springfield, Ill.; and numerous loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Her family wishes to thank the wonderful staff of DDS Home on Maple Hill Avenue, Newington, for the devotion and love given to Colleen for the last 25 years.

Her family also wishes to thank the wonderful and caring doctors and nursing staff of the ICU Unit at the Hartford Hospital for their remarkable attention during her last illness.

A Mass of Christian Burial was

celebrated at St. Mary’s Church, Newington.

She was laid to rest in West Meadow Cemetery, Newington. Newington Memorial Funeral Home served the family. To share your sorrow with her family, please visit us at www.newingtonmemo-rial.com.

Donations in Colleen’s memory may be made to, DDS North Region, Trustee Account in Memory of Colleen Hinchcliffe, 155 Founders Plaza, 255 Pitkin St., East Hartford, CT 06108.

Conn. lawmakers use campaign cash for Red Sox tickets, private parties

Lawmakers who have big war chests but no strong challenger on the horizon still spend a lot of cam-paign cash, sometimes on things that aren’t directly campaign–relat-ed, including tickets to sporting events, catering for private parties and bonuses for staffers.

Members of Connecticut’s congressional delegation are no exception.

The latest reports filed with the Federal Election Commission show Connecticut’s lawmakers have begun preparing for their next campaigns, hiring staff and raising money. But those reports also show the state’s lawmakers are using their political cash to curry favor with constituents, host glitzy events and pay back old debts.

Rep. Elizabeth Esty, D-5th District, is the only one with an announced challenger to date — Republican businessman Mark Greenberg.

Esty has raised a lot of money in the first half of this year, more than $500,000, and has spent more than $200,000 traveling to fundraisers, hiring campaign staff and on other common campaign expenses – and a few uncommon ones, including $202 for snow removal in Wolcott.

In contrast, Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., serving his first term in the Senate, doesn’t need to worry about re-election for nearly five years. Similarly, his fellow Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., isn’t up for re-election until 2016.

Murphy has paid back nearly all of the $180,000 he owed in bills from his campaign last year, when

he was outmatched in fundrais-ing by rival Linda McMahon, a Republican who sank about $50 million of her own money into the race.

That debt included more than $75,000 in “win bonuses” Murphy promised his campaign staffers last year.

Murphy paid dozens of staffers those bonuses at the end of June. Senior staffers received the largest bonuses, including former cam-paign manager Kenneth Curran who received $15,000. The most junior campaign aides received $1,000 bonuses, others received more.

Many of Murphy’s campaign workers, including Curran and campaign spokesman Ben Marter who got a $2,000 bonus, are now working in Murphy’s Senate offices.

While Murphy paid down much of the debt from last year’s cam-paign, he still owes law firm Perkins Coie more than $26,000, his FEC records show.

Marter declined to say why the campaign ran up tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees.

“Campaigns hire lawyers,” he said.

Besides their personal cam-paign funds, most Connecticut’s lawmakers, with the sole exception of Esty, have “leadership PACs.” These political action committees are formed so lawmakers can con-tribute money to colleagues and, in doing so, increase their influence.

But Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-3rd District, continues to spend most of the money she collects in her “Committee for a Democratic Future” PAC to cater private

parties at her Washington town-house. They are attended by fellow Democrats and administration offi-cials who mingle with top writers, economists and other luminaries. DeLauro, who has spent about $30,000 on those events this year, says these “salons” are opportunities for lawmakers to be exposed to new public policy ideas.

DeLauro also used her per-sonal campaign fund to pay the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee $225,000 in contributions and dues.

There are tough federal limits on contributions to federal candidates. But the FEC is much more lax on how those candidates can spend the money, said Meredith McGehee, policy director at the Campaign Legal Center.

“As a practical matter, nearly everything is allowed,” McGehee said. “As long as you can make some semi-rational argument it’s campaign-related , then you can get away with it.” FEC regulations say campaigns “have wide discretion on how they can spend their funds.” Candidates can use campaign funds to pay for travel for their children and spouses, funerals for campaign workers, gifts to constituents and even country club dues if the facility hosts a fundraiser.

“It’s easier to list the things you can’t do because that list is very small,” McGehee said.

This story originally appeared at CTMirror.org, the website of The Connecticut Mirror, an independent nonprofit news organization cover-ing government, politics and public policy in the state.

By ANA RADELATCONNECTICUTMIRROR


Conn. striving to become 1st electric car friendly state Ed Ingalls has a knack for tim-

ing. Two years ago, knowing the forward direction electric vehicles were moving, he had the insight to launch a spin-off company CT Electric Car. Now the company is poised to help Connecticut become the first EV-Friendly state in the country. Connecticut officials plan to use $200,000 from a settlement with Northeast Utilities and NStar to help dou-ble the number of electric car recharging stations in the state by the end of this year.

“As the demand grows for elec-tric vehicles, so too does the need for charging stations,” said CT Electric Car owner Ingalls. “We’re really proud to live in a state where creating an EV-friendly infrastructure is a priority.”

The State Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in tandem with the State Department of Transportation announced the new initiative at an Electric Vehicle Expo earlier this month at Middlesex Community College. Officials say the goal is to “is to bring an end to range anxiety” regarding electric vehicles. CT Electric Car was in attendance at the expo.

“DEEP Commissioner Dan Esty and DOT Commissioner James Redeker said they want Connecticut to be one of the first EV-friendly states by 2014,” said Ingalls. “Both commissioners are committed to making that happen.”

CT Electric Car has already played a key role installing several municipal charging stations across the state in high profile locations including Blue Back Square’s parking garage and the Bishop’s

Corner parking lot. As the state moves the initiative forward, the company hopes to expand the footprint of charging stations across the state.

“The state’s new initiative will do a lot for people’s comfort level when it comes time to choosing an EV,” said Ingalls. “By increas-ing the number of charging stations, people will have peace of mind knowing they’ll always have a place to get a boost in their battery.”

Automotive industry research shows more people are opting to buy versus lease electric vehicles. It’s not surprising, as the cost of driving an EV in Connecticut is equivalent to driving a vehicle that is able to refuel at $1.70 per gallon.

CT Electric Car installs commercial, municipal and resi-dential charging stations. General Motors, GMC, maker of the Chevy Volt electric vehicle (EV), Nissan, maker of the Nissan Leaf, and BMW, maker of the I Series EV, have named CT Electric Car an authorized installer for their electric car charging stations for all dealerships in the state.

To charge an electric car, the owner simply drives up to the charging station and plugs in their EV. The website www.fuelecono-my.gov lists the following benefits of owning an EV:∎ Energy efficient. Electric

motors convert 75 percent of the chemical energy from the batter-ies to power the wheels — internal combustion engines (ICEs) only convert 20 percent of the energy stored in gasoline.∎ Environmentally friendly.

EVs emit no tailpipe pollutants,

although the power plant produc-ing the electricity may emit them. Electricity from nuclear-, hydro-, solar-, or wind-powered plants causes no air pollutants.∎ Performance benefits.

Electric motors provide quiet, smooth operation and stron-ger acceleration and require less maintenance than ICEs.∎ Reduce energy dependence.

Electricity is a domestic energy source.

“Most EVs can now travel about 100–175 miles before a charge of their battery is need-ed,” adds Ingalls. “Therefore, as more EVs are sold, the demand continues to go up for charging stations.”

Beyond providing qualified professional installation by trained licensed electricians, CT Electric Car also offers solid firsthand information about electric car charging stations. The company specializes in the installation and wiring of residential, commercial and municipality car charging sta-tions. The company is licensed in the State of CT by the Dept. of Consumer Protection and holds an unlimited electrical contract-ing license.

Newington Electric Company (NEC) is the parent company of Connecticut Electric Car. NEC offers statewide electrical con-tracting services, specializing in commercial and residential electri-

cal service and repairs. The company is a second-generation family busi-ness started in 1958 by Richard Ingalls and is now owned and oper-ated by his son Edward Ingalls. NEC also has an electrical gen-erator division and offers 24-hour service. NEC is State-licensed and registered with the State of Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection. Connecticut Electric Car specializes in the installation of electric car charg-ing stations. For more information regarding electric car charging sta-tions and tax incentives see www.ctelectriccar.com Or Visit the State DEEP website at www.energizect.com or www.ct.gov/deep/evcon-necticut.

From left, CT DOT Commissioner James Redeker, CT Electric Car Founder Ed Ingalls and CT DEEP Commissioner Dan Esty attend the state’s first Electrical Vehicle Expo this summer and are committed to making CT the first EV-friendly state in the country by 2014.

State senators object to transfers from Danbury women’s prisonDANBURY (AP) — Plans

to turn the women’s prison in Danbury into a facility for men will keep inmates from their loved ones and should be reconsidered, 11 U.S. senators from Northeastern states have told the federal Bureau of Prisons.

The senators sent a letter Friday asking the bureau’s direc-tor, Charles E. Samuels Jr., to suspend the plan, which would transfer about 1,000 inmates from Danbury to a facility in Aliceville, Ala. The move would mean there

would be no federal prison beds for women in the Northeast, they wrote.

“This transfer would dramati-cally disrupt the lives of these female inmates, many of whom are from the Northeast, and place them out of reach of their fami-lies and loved ones,” the senators wrote.

A prisons bureau spokesman defended the move as necessary.

“We have a need for low-securi-ty male bed space right now,” said spokesman Chris Burke.

Burke said he did not know why Danbury was chosen over any other facility.

The senators noted the facility is close to population centers in the Northeast and transportation hubs, which cannot be said of the Alabama prison.

“Given BOP’s commitment to maintaining family contact, the goal should be to have as many inmates as close as possible to their home,” they wrote.

The senators asked Samuels to provide them with specific infor-

mation, such as the hometowns of Danbury inmates, the cost of the transfers and the programs that will be offered to the women in Alabama. The bureau will respond to the senators, Burke said.

The transfers were slated to begin this month and be com-pleted by December. About 210 female inmates would remain in Danbury at a camp near the prison.

Danbury is the only federal prison in Connecticut. It was built in 1940 and converted from a men’s prison to a women’s facility

in 1994. The letter was signed by

Connecticut Democrats Chris Murphy and Richard Blumenthal, New York Democrats Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer, Massachusetts Democrats Elizabeth Warren and Edward Markey, Vermont Democrat Patrick Leahy and independent Bernie Sanders, New Hampshire Democrat Jeanne Shaheen, Pennsylvania Democrat Bob Casey and Maine independent Angus King.


GOTTA SING — GOTTA DANCE! Monday evenings in August, 6:30 p.m. Join Bob Larsson for the screening of classic movie musicals. Popcorn and lemonade provided.

Aug. 12 — “Blue Skies” (1946) starring Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire and Joan Caulfield. Songs by Irving Berlin. A singing nightclub owner and a dancer compete for the same girl. The singer wins but then loses her. How can he win her back?

Aug. 26 – “Lovely to Look At” (1952) starring Kathryn Grayson, Howard Keel, Red Skelton and Marge and Gower Champion. Music by Jerome Kern, lyrics by Otto Harbach. An Ameri-can inherits half interest in a Paris fashion house. When he and some friends go to Paris, they find that the salon is in financial trouble and decide to stage a mammoth fashion show to solve the problem.

PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBIT: Through Aug. 31, Roy Zartarian will be display-ing his photographic exhibit at the li-brary. Entitled “Winged Things Again,” the exhibit will feature photographs of birds and butterflies. The exhibit may be viewed during regular library hours when the Community Room is not being used for a scheduled program: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (860) 665-8700. Admission is free.

MURDER MYSTERY: Friday, Aug. 9, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Fog creeps in … rain starts to fall … thunder cracks… and lightning illuminates a DEAD BODY! Join us for an after hours murder mys-tery. Come out for a meal, have fun and possibly solve a mystery! Spon-sored by the Friends of the Library.

SUMMER JAZZ STANDARDS: Wednes-day, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. Join jazz singer Shenel Johns and pianist Sam Parker

for an evening of jazz standards. Both performers recently graduated from the Hartt School where Parker now works accompanying jazz vocalists and often performs with Ed Fast and Conga Bop, Steve Davis and Shawnn Monteiro and others. Influenced by Nancy Wilson, Ella Fitzgerald and Bet-ty Carter, Shenel has been performing around New England since the age of 14 and has opened for Sheila Jordan, Hank Jones and Harold Mayburn and has also toured internationally. Spon-sored by the Friends of the Library.

ADULT SUMMER READING FINALE — GROUNDBREAKING READS! Friday, Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m. In the library under the atrium. Join us for refreshments and prizes for adults registered in the summer reading program. The draw-ings for the grand prizes begin at 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

SUMMER SATURDAYS: Stop in anytime on Saturdays and check out our Maker Space. Create a craft or cool gadget.

FAMILY STORYTIME: Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No regis-tration is necessary.

NUTMEG CELEBRATION: Monday, Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m. Receive a raffle ticket for each 2014 Nutmeg Book Award nominee you read during the summer. Then join us for refreshments, the an-nouncement of raffle winners, and the opportunity to talk about your favorite books. Winners need not be present. No registration is necessary. Spon-sored by the Friends of the Library.

LUNCH BUNCH: Wednesdays through Aug. 14, noon Children entering kin-dergarten through grade 2, are invited to bring their lunch and dig up some big fun with us each week. A detailed

is available at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

JUNIOR COOKBOOK CLUB: Wednes-day, Aug. 14, 6:30 p.m. Beat the summer heat with a cool treat. We will read “A Day at the Beach” by Mircea Vasiliu, and later make sand cups. Junior chefs entering grades K-2 may call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

AFTERNOON HEAT: Thursdays through Aug. 15, 2 p.m. Join us for an hour filled with fun and creative activities. Children entering grades 3-6 may call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register beginning two weeks prior to each program. A detailed flyer is available at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

GARDEN WIGGLERS: Mondays through Aug. 19, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Stories, songs and playtime for chil-dren 9-24 months, siblings and their caregivers.

“HOW DID YOUR GARDEN GROW” Monday, Aug. 19, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Calling all gardeners in grades kindergarten and up. Bring the sun-flower you grew from the summer reading kick-off seeds, or a picture of the flower, and enter it in the flower growing contest. We’ll enjoy a buffet from some of our favorite Newington restaurants, vote for our favorite flower, hear a story, play games and more! Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

T-REX TWO’S: Wednesdays through Aug. 21, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Stories, songs and playtime for children 24 months and older, siblings and their caregivers.

COOKBOOK CLUB: Wednesday, Aug. 21, 6:30 p.m. We’ll dig into reading by eating some “sand” or “dirt!” Chefs in grades 3 through 6 may call (860) 665-8720 to register beginning Aug. 7. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

READER RABBITS: Thursdays through Aug. 22, 10:15 to 11 a.m. Storytime for children ages 3-6.

READ, RATTLE AND ROLL! Tuesday, Aug. 20, noon. Welcome to a music and movement program for 3 and 4 year-olds featuring books that “sing” and lots of music! Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register.

PLAY WITH US! Tuesdays through Aug. 27, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for this program geared for families with young children who have special needs. Meet with birth to three-year-old resource professionals and social-ize with your peers. All are welcome. No registration necessary.

LAST DAY FOR DIG INTO READING — SUMMER READING 2013! Tuesday, Aug. 27. All reading must be recorded online by Aug. 27 and prizes must be claimed by Aug. 31.

GARDEN CLUB: Schedule of events is available in the Children’s Depart-ment. We’re starting a Garden Club for families and gardeners who will help run the library garden. Call the Chil-dren’s Department to register at (860) 665-8720. Children must be accom-panied by an adult. The garden will be planted with donations from the Eddy Farm, Home Depot and Frink Garden Center. The programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH: Calling all children from birth through grade 8 who live in Newington. Come to the Children’s

Department any time between Sept. 3 through 30 to sign up for a library card and receive a free goody bag (new registrants only).

TEEN PROGRAMS

DIY NAIL ART: Tuesday, Aug. 13, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Give yourself a manicure, complete with nail decals, rhinestones and stickers! Creative nail design ideas will be shared. All supplies will be provided. There will also be cupcake fondue and a movie. Call the library at (860) 665-8700 to register. Sponsored by the Friendsj of the Library.

TEEN GAMING NIGHT: Tuesday, Aug. 20, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Grades 6 through 12. Play on the library’s Kinect and Wii. Feel free to bring your own video games! Snacks will be available. Call the library at (860) 665-8700 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

LAST DAY FOR GROUNDBREAKING READS TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM: Friday, Aug. 23. All reading must be recorded online and prizes must be claimed by this date. There will be no exceptions. The grand prize drawing winner will be contacted.

’80s THROWBACK PARTY! Friday, Aug. 23, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. This is an end-of-the-summer celebration jam-packed with oldies but goodies. Not only will there be ’80s mov-ies, games and crafts, but we will have a professional dance instruc-tor from Vinnie’s Jump and Jive in Middletown to show you ’80s dance moves. Come dance, play or make stuff! You can win prizes in our ’80s trivia showdown or for wearing the best ’80s costume. Snacks will be inspired by the ’80s. Call the library at (860) 665-8700 to register. Doors will lock at 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

LIBRARY EVENTS CALENDAR

EVENTS CALENDARCHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR CRAFTERS, VENDORS NEEDED: St. Mary Women’s Club in Newington is looking for craft-ers and vendors for its Christmas Craft Fair Sunday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. To reserve your space or for more information, call Joanne Andrews at (860) 666-8927.

NEWINGTON HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRA-TIONS FOR 2013-14 INFORMATION AND DATES: All new registrants must first meet with the Residency Depart-ment before enrolling at Newington High School. Any student returning to NHS from a full time magnet or pri-vate school must also contact the resi-dency office despite having attended a Newington Public School in the past. Call Lisa Kasprzyk at (860) 666-5611, Ext. 131 to set up an appointment. Families may call the School Counsel-ing Department at (860) 666-5611 Ext. 1160 or Ext. 1161 to schedule an appointment to enroll AFTER meeting with and being approved by the Resi-dency Department. School Counselors will be available from through Aug. 23 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. to enroll new

students. Contact the Main School Counseling Office at (860) 666-5611 Ext. 1160 or Ext. 1161 to make an ap-pointment. Due to summer construc-tion in the NHS building, the enroll-ment appointments will be held in the Library Media Center at John Wallace Middle School.

CONTESTANTS SOUGHT FOR MISS PO-LONIA CT 2014 PAGEANT: Contestants are sought for the Miss Polonia CT 2014 Pageant. All woman ages 17 to 27 of Polish descent are encouraged to register at www.misspoloniact.org or in person at the MPCT Office in Plainville. Appointments can be made by calling Bogusia or John Gladysz, state coordinators at (860) 883-2277 or email short bio with a recent pho-tograph (headshot) to [email protected]. The pageant will take place Oct. 12 in Hartford. The winner will represent the state of Connecticut at the Finals Miss Polonia USA in New York City.

FREE SUMMER FUN RUNS: Free

Summer Fun Runs will be held at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through Aug. 14 on the cross country trails behind Wallace Middle School, 3k and 5k races, free event/prizes. Contact [email protected] for further information.

OPEN MIC: The Central CT Acoustic Musicians Society Meetup will sponsor an Open Mic Aug. 9, starting at 7:30 p.m. until closing. It will be hosted by The Newington Knights of Columbus, located at 171 Pascone Place (en-trance in rear). This will be a monthly event held on the second Friday of the month. For additional information, direction and/or other council activi-ties. Visit the K of C’s website www.kofcnewington.com

CUT-A-THON: Hair on The Square, 148 Market Square, will host a Cut-a-Thon from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 and all haircuts are $10! All the proceeds are going to the Newington Parks and Recreation Department.

HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DEN-

TAL CLEANINGS IN LOCAL TOWNS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning? If so, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has a service for you. In partnership with the North Central Agency on Aging and Apple Rehab in Rocky Hill, CCHD is providing FREE dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over. These clinics will be held Aug. 28 and Aug. 29, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at Apple Rehab, 45 Elm St., Rocky Hill. Note that all patients registering MUST reside in one of the following towns: Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. Donations are generously accepted for this service. There is a limit of five pa-tients per day, so please reserve your spot by calling Lori DiPietro, Health Educator, at (860) 721-2824.

MS SUPPORT GROUP: The Newing-ton MS Support Group meets at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St., from noon to 2 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. There are more than 6,000

Connecticut residents diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), an oftentimes debilitating disease affecting the central nervous system. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter offers more than 30 support groups throughout Connecticut. These groups bring together people who share a common life experience as it relates to MS and its effects. For more information, contact Charlie at (860) 667-1314 or Tom at (860) 236-2751. For more information on multiple sclerosis and the many ways you can help make a difference, visit www.ctfightsMS.org or call the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter at (800) FIGHT MS.

DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Go-ing through divorce, thinking about getting a divorce, already divorced, or relationship breakup. There is a caring group of people who have been exactly where you are now, this group meets every Friday night at 7 p.m. (ex-cept Good Friday and the Friday after Thanksgiving) at First Church of Christ, 250 Main St., Wethersfield.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT DIRECTORYAIR CONDITIONING & HEATINGMULL BROS., INC. - We are a family business that’s been catering to your cooling & heating needs since 1945. We proudly install Lennox, American Standard, Weil McLain & other quality equipment (oil, gas & electric). We also service most makes & models. We are located next to the Wethersfield Post Office (behind the penguins and polar bears) at 61 Beaver Rd. 860- 529-8255

BASEMENT WATERPROOFINGJP BACHAND BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Reliable local contractor. Hatchway leaks, foundation cracks, sub-floor drainage systems, sump pumps & yard drainage. Fully insured, free estimates, written guarantee. Our 27th year registered with CT Dept of Consumer Protection (Reg #511842). Call 860-666-9737

CERAMIC TILELEN & JEFF SHALLER - Fix leaky showers. Regrouting in tubs.

Bath, kitchen tile installed. 37 years experience. Neat, expert workmanship. Repairs a specialty. Call 242-5805

CLEANING SERVICESPolish/English speaking woman can clean your house with care. 3rd cleaning 50% off for new clients only. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insurance Bonded. Call Kasia 860-538-4885

HOUSE, CONDO, OFFICE CLEANING - Polish/English speaking lady with many years of experience. References upon request. Please call Ela at 860-348-0234

ELECTRICAL SERVICESNDC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING All aspects of electrical work, additions, new homes, renovations, pools, hot-tubs, etc. Main service up-grades from fuses to circuit breakers. Fast, quality workmanship. Nick 860-665-7202. CT Lic #E1-180139

GUTTER CLEANING#1 First In Reliability - We Show Up!!! One day service. Our 10th year. Reasonable rates. Senior discounts. Reliable service. Call Rob (860) 982-3300 “A West Hartford Resident” Visit our web site: robpolo.com

LAWN AND GARDEN MAINTENANCEPREMIER PROPERTy MAINTENANCE is offering Newington residents one free lawn cutting when you sign up for weekly lawn cutting service. Other services include seasonal clean-ups, mulching, rototilling, organic fertilizing, etc. Free quotes over the phone or email. Dependable owner does the work. Fully insured. Call Mike 860-205-8761. [email protected]

PLUMBINGPOSITANO PLUMBING, INC. -31 years of serving Bristol and the surrounding areas. Specializing in all repairs. Plumbing & heating. Water heater replacement, boiler replacement.

CT Lic #202691, 308931. For the best repair work in the area, please call:860-584-0012, 186 West St., Bristol.

ELI THE PLUMBERAll Plumbing ServicesBathrooms & Kitchens Remodeled. Toilets, sinks, hot water, garbage disposals. Will respond to all calls.Licensed & Insured.860-548-0331.10% Discount with this Ad

REMODELINGFULL SERVICE REMODELING - Windows, bathrooms and kitchens. All interior and exterior home or business remodeling and handyman service. You name it - I’ve done it! Excellent references and competitive rates with over 10 years experience. BBB Accredited. Call Mike 860-690-6505 or Kris 860-348-076 today for your free estimate. Fully insured and licensed. Lic #565969.

ROOFINGLA RICH, LLC - Master Elite Roofing Contractor with over 500 satisfied customers. Our workmanship is warranteed for 20 years by shingle manufacturer. Best warranty in writing. “Quality you can count on for years.” We do roof repairs, vinyl siding, windows, seamless gutters. Honest, competitive pricing. No hidden costs. Free estimates. Fully insured. Written warranties. Clean and courteous installers. CT Lic #565709. GAFELK ME #11852. 860-622-9800 or 860-747-4427. www.larichroofing.com

TREE SERVICETOTAL TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING, LLC - Fall Cleanup & Lawn Maintenenace. Commerical & Residential. 75 ft. bucket truck. Chipper, firewood, land clearing, stump grinding, tree removal. Registration #608808. Fully insured.860-529-8389 or 860-538-0980.

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WESTBROOK, CT - Middle

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NEW BRITAIN - Stanley St.

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CASH PAID FOR MUSI- CAL INSTRUMENTS - Gui-

tars, drums, accordions &

sound equip. in any cond.

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860-289-3500, Stan.

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cameras, watches, toys,

posters, art, jewelry, signs,

musician instruments &

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Cash paid. 860-372-9147.

Wanted to Buy299

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$325. (860) 298-9732.

Home Furnishings257

BRISTOL - 460 sf, $400.

900 sf w/office, $575. 2000

sf, $950. 5200 sf, $2750.

6000 sf, $3000, 10,000 sf,

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• Quality Craftsmanship • Dependable• Service • Reasonable Rates • Free Estimates

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YOU’RE INVITED TO THE1st Annual

Newington Health Care CenterPicnic & Barbeque

Live Entertainment • FoodGiveaways • Everyone Welcome

Rain or Shine!

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Admissions on or before Friday

August 30, 2013

860-667-2256

Where: 240 Church Street, Newington, CT 06111When: Thursday, September 5, 2013Time: 5-7pm

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Documents

cedar mountain group

roy zartarian advocates

library art exhibit

story idea

species of birds

indigo bunting

gold silver jewelry

west hartford center