Newington Town Crier 9-2-11

By ERICA SCHMITTSTAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — Townofficials have confirmed that twolong-planned cell phone towersin Newington will not be built.One tower was proposed

for Anna Reynolds School onReservoir Road and another forChurchill Park on Main Street.TheAnnaReynolds tower had

received town approval but is nolonger being built due to eco-nomic constraints, according toTown Manager John Salomone.Concerns expressed by TownCouncil members and the publicover the Churchill Park locationhalted planning there.“I could imagine, given the

economy, why the companydecided not to go forth with it,”Town Councilor David Nagelsaid of the Anna Reynoldstower.Newington police had dis-

cussed the Anna Reynoldstower with builder OmnipointCommunications to increase ser-vice coverage along Route 9, toWestfarms Mall and into WestHartford.According to Anna Reynolds’

website, “Due to changes inmarket conditions involving thecell phone service carriers whoplanned to use the proposed

cell phone tower on the AnnaReynolds property, the projectdoes not presently appear to bemoving forward.”But the statement on the web-

sitealsoadded,“However,becausethe proposal was approved byboth the Board of Education andTown Council, the project couldmove forward at a later date ifmarket conditions should changeagain.”The company would have paid

the town about $25,000 a yearto rent the property. “It was abusiness opportunity and ulti-mately a good thing for the town,”Salomone said, “but of coursethere’s some diversity of opinionon cell towers in general.”Salomone doesn’t think

it’s likely that a tower will beapproved for the school becauseof the opposition to it.“At this point we’re not going

forward at all and I highly doubtthat it will happen in the future,”he said.A number of other cell phone

towers already exist in town,including one at NewingtonHigh School.“They were interested in that

area because it is near Route 9so there’s always more demandfor coverage there,” Salomonesaid, “but generally the town haspretty good coverage.”

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One of the several dozen cats available for adoption at the Connecticut Humane Society on Russell Road peers outof its enclosure. The shelter takes in several cats per day. See story and photos, Pages 2-3.

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The Newington branch of theConnecticut Humane Society isalways the busiest out of the threelocations, with even more respon-sibilities now due to the impact ofTropical Storm Irene. The powerin their Westport shelter went offthis week, so Newington took inall of theWestport dogs,while theWaterford shelter took the catsfrom the shoreline town.They did not see a real increase

in animals because of people dis-placed in the storm, but theyexpect Westport may take insome more in the near future.“The Governor and state did agood job in preparing communi-ties with what to do about theirpets before the hurricane,” saidDistrict Manager Allison Smith.They also responded to

Hurricane Katrina to help thepeople and pets of New Orleans,La. in 2005. What most peopledon’t know is that the non-profitConnecticut Humane Society,which has been operating for 130years and cares for between 6,500and 7,000 animals per year isnot affiliated with the HumaneSociety at a national level. All

of the animal shelters, clinicsand centers around the countryare independently-owned andoperated.Newingtonisparticularlyspecial

because it houses the ConnecticutHumane Society’s administrativeoffices, along with a shelter andthe Fox Memorial Clinic. TheHumane Society opened in 1999at 701 Russell Road and servesdomestic cats, dogs, small rodents,ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, smallbirds and the occasional reptile.Waterford sometimes handlesfarm livestock and even had arooster at one point.About 10 cats and five dogs

are surrendered to the Newingtonshelter on any given day. Smithwants to make it clear that thestaff doesn’t judge those whosurrender their pets because of dif-ficult circumstances. “We believeyou’re being very responsiblewhen coming to a shelter ratherthan abandoning an animal,” saysAlicia Wright, director of PublicRelations. They do ask people togive an $80 donation per animalthey drop off; however, becausethey spay and neuter, insert amicro-chip for identification, giveage-appropriate vaccines and carefor animals until adopted. Dogs

are adopted on average in about11 days, while the cat adoptionrate is usually 21 to 28 days.And almost two-thirds of the

society’s 450 volunteers workout of Newington to care forall of these animals, includingGlastonbury resident and 11-year

volunteer Mike Berch.He and hisminiature pinscher Sophie, 13,facilitate the pet therapy program.“We go to different retirementand handicapped facilities, con-valescent homes and hospitalsto help people,” says Berch. TheSeabury Retirement Communityin Bloomfield, which cares forpatients with Alzheimer’s Diseaseis one of these. “The patientsremember Sophie’s name, eventhose that don’t remember theirown name!” exclaimed Berch.“They’ve checked peoples’ blood

pressure before and after vis-its, and it actually goes down.”Another dedicated volunteer isPlantsville resident Doris Lipetz,who is a dog-walker and alsoparticipates in the Shelter DogTraining program, which instillsbetter behavior in shelter animals.She has put in 275 hours in thepast year. “It’s important to givethe shelter dogs mental stimula-tion,” she says, “I like dogs betterthan I like people.”Practice Manager Joanne

A good-faith attitude at the Connecticut Humane Society


Doris Lipetz and Mike Berch talk about Sophie�s therapy duties and Mike�s other dog Toby, who is beginning to takeon duties.


Sophie the 13-year-old miniature pinscher lies in the sun and watches someother dogs being walked in the parking lot.

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Freeman directs the medical staffat the on-site Fox MemorialClinic with Dr. William Bryant,the Connecticut Humane Society’schief veterinarian.The clinic offers low-cost spaying,neutering and vaccination servicesto the public, along with affordablemedical services for those in finan-cial need, like the treatment of skinand ear problems and the removalof growths from pets.“Hopefully, people won’t need

us for the life of their pet,” saidFreeman. “We hope they findanother vet because we serve hun-dreds of thousands of animalsevery year.” It’s also important to

know that the Fox Clinic is notan emergency facility and they donot serve walk-ins. “We’ll stabi-lize an animal and then send youto an animal hospital,” continuedFreeman.To donate to the Connecticut

Humane Society, visit their web-site at cthumane.org and sign upfor their mailing list, organize afundraiser, or bring unopened,unexpired cans of pet food to theirfood pantry. “Or adopt an animal,”says Smith. They also have theFoster Care Network, for fami-lies to take in pets that aren’t yetadoptable while the clinic caresfor their veterinary needs. “Whenyou take in a new puppy, you needto anticipate spending $1,500 to$2,000 a year on their needs,” sheadded. “We like to take the stance

of presumed good faith — peoplecome here because they want to dothe right thing.”This weekend until Sunday they

are offering a decreased cat adop-tion fee of $20 for cats 3 to 5 yearsold and $5 for those 5 and older.“The Connecticut Humane

Society is the leading resourcein the state for companion ani-mal welfare; enriching the livesof families and communitiesthrough adoption services, medicalcare, education, and prevention ofcruelty.”

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HURRICANE HELP CAT ADOPTION EVENTAug. 31 to Sept. 4

WHAT: Due to Hurricane Irene, the Connecticut Humane Society hadto close its shelters from one to several days, depending on the location.These closures coupled with the regular summertime influx of homelesscats have us busting at the seams. These beautiful kitties are all looking tofind their new forever homes ASAP. To help speed them on their way, wewill be offering discounted adoptions now through Sunday.All cats over 5-years old - now just $5!Felines between 3 and 5-years old will be just $20.

WHEN: Wednesday, August 31 � Sunday, September 4.

WHERE: These Connecticut Humane Society locations:701 Russell Road, Newington, 06111. Phone: 800-452-0114455 Post Road East, Westport, 06880. Phone: 203-227-4137169 Old Colchester Road, Quaker Hill, 06375. Phone: 860-287-2946

BENEFITS: Adopters should come prepared with either permission fromtheir landlords or proof of home ownership. Don�t forget to bring all yourfamily members!

The standard adoption benefits package includes:� FREE 30-day policy of ShelterCare pet health insurance and FREE micro-chip by 24PetWatch.� A consultation with our staff to help select the most suitable feline foryour lifestyle.� FIV/FeLV testing, flea treatment and deworming treatment.� Spay/Neuter.� Appropriate vaccinations according to the age of the pet, including ra-bies.� Identification tags and rabies tag if applicable.� Carrier and stretch collar.� Starter supply of Hill�s Science Diet food and pet care information� Medical evaluation and treatment for problems that were diagnosed dur-ing the exam.

Humane Society offers more than adoptionsContinued from Page 2


District Manager Allison Smith talksabout the sense of satisfaction shegets from helping families adoptand even surrender animals. Thesurrender process, she says, can berewarding because you�re helpingsomeone in a hard situation.


A Shiba Inu mix up for adoption takes a walk with a volunteer.

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The earthquake thatConnecticut residents barely feltlast week was nothing comparedto the widespread devastationcaused by the quake that hitHaiti in 2010, the subject of aNewington resident’s recently-published book.Author of “Haiti: After the

Shock,” Marc-Yves Regis isoriginally from Port au Prince,Haiti, a place racked with politi-cal violence and human rightsstruggles. Although he movedto the United States in 1984,his intrinsic connection withhis birthplace has broughthim to publish four books andreturn there to work at CampHispaniola, a summer camp hefounded and directs.“Haiti: After the Shock” is a

collection of poetry in Englishand Creole that also featuresstories recounting the earth-quake, written by 10 childrenfrom Camp Hispaniola whowere present during the disaster.Regis just returned from thecamp last week, where morethan 300 children from Haiti

and the Dominican Republichave the opportunity to do art,dance and play soccer, baseballand basketball while receivinghearty meals, personal products,T-shirts and backpacks.The camp is basically free

for Haitian and Dominicanchildren ages 6 through 12, ona first-come-first-serve basis.These efforts are funded in partby Regis, but also by a num-ber of churches, including onein Connecticut — St. Ann’sEpiscopal Church in Old Lyme,who prepares their daily cur-riculum. Regis also co-foundedArm2Arm, a non-profit orga-nization providing financial,medical and humanitarian sup-port for Haitians working asslave laborers at the sugarcaneplantations in the DominicanRepublic.Also an award-winning pho-

to-journalist, Regis and wifeFrankye, also an author, settledin Newington 14 years ago.Regis took a job at the HartfordCourant after working for theMiami Herald in Florida. Hisphotographs were on exhibit atthe Otis Library in Norwichthrough August, where he often

speaks on his experiences.The philanthropist has also

written “Haiti through MyEyes, poetry about his birth-country, “The Deadly Roadto Democracy,” a first-personaccount of the political violencein Haiti, and two photographicnovels titled “Two Good Feet,”about Haitian children withphysical difficulties and “WhenFreedom Comes,” about the poorHaitian plantation laborers.Regis represented the library as

part of the Connecticut AuthorsTrail, a program hosted by 17Connecticut libraries for accom-plished local authors to sharetheir stories and books with thepublic. The program was heldat Mohegan Sun Casino forthe past month and the finale,featuring all 27 authors, is Sept.22.Copies of his book “Haiti:

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Annual meeting The LibraryBoard of Trustees invites allNewington residents to attendthis year’s meeting Monday,Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. There will bea brief business meeting and theboard will recognize the Friends’50th Anniversary Committee,Carol Miller-Pekrul, Kerry Lurateand the Newington Amateur Ra-dio League. Florence K. Woodwill be inducted into the LegacySociety.

Quilts’ role in Civil War Tues-day, Sept. 13, 7 p.m. Join inde-pendent scholar Lynne ZasekBassett in the first of a series ofupcoming Civil War programs.Bassett will be looking at thewar through textiles. Quilts inparticular contain both explicitand implicit messages, through

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Broadway bound Join the Friendsof the Library Saturday, Sept. 17for a day in New York City.Take ina Broadway show, visit a muse-um or two, or just go sightseeing.The day is yours to spend as youwish. The bus will leave Newing-ton at 7:30 a.m. and will returnat approximately 8:45 p.m. Thecost of the trip is $39. Register at

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Online job search tips Monday,Sept. 26, 7 p.m. Dr. MarciaLaReau, motivational speakerand president of Forward Mo-tion, will demonstrate how to findjob opportunities with a specificonline process. LaReau will walkparticipants through each step offinding employment opportuni-ties. Participants will learn twokey principles of online search-ing and see them in action. At-tendees will leave fully preparedto conduct an efficient and ef-fective job search. Registrationis required for this program.Sponsored by the Friends of theLibrary.

Library Card Sign-Up Month!Calling all children from birththrough grade 8 who live in New-ington! Come to the Children’sDepartment anytime throughSept. 30 to sign up for a librarycard and receive a free goodybag (new registrants only).

Play With Us — New PlaygroupTuesday, Sept. 6, 10:15 to 11:30

a.m. The library is pleased to an-nounce a new program for chil-dren with special needs and theirresource professionals. Familiesare encouraged to come andmeet with birth to 3 resourceprofessionals in a group session.All are welcome. No registrationnecessary. For more informationcall the Children’s Department at(860) 665-8720.

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Play For All! Saturday, Sept. 10,10:30 a.m. to noon. Come joinus for a special needs playgroupthat gives parents the opportuni-ty to talk, support and encourageeach other, while allowing theirchildren time to play and social-ize together. Co-sponsored byNewington UNICO.

Stories and Art Tuesday, Sept.13, noon — Children ages 2 to4 and their caregivers are invitedto a special storytime involvingstories, songs and cool artwork!Join the fun by calling the Chil-dren’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored bythe Friends of the Library.

Wonders of Air Tuesday, Sept.13, 3:45 p.m. What’s so wonder-ful about air? We’ll do air experi-ments and answer that question.Children in grades 1 to 4 maycall the Children’s Departmentat (860) 665-8720 to register.Sponsored by the Friends of theLibrary.

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Mayor Mike Lenaresis running for a secondterm in this November’stown election for hishometown of Newington.He’s been mayor for abouteight months, since for-mer Mayor Jeff Wrightresigned and left town forTexas.“I want to continue

the good things we’ve gotgoing on,” says Lenares.“Mymain focus is the revi-talization of the NationalWelding site.” Lenareswould like to see somecommercial developmenton the site — possiblyretail shops or professionaloffice space.The mayor is also con-

centrating on the revitalization of MarketSquare, now underway.He and the rest of the Town Council

are in the process of establishing a newcommittee as well — the Committee forBlighted Property. “We’re just forming,” hesays. “Our biggest blighted property is thatNational Welding site. We need to securesome grant money, get it knocked downand redevelop the whole site.”So what makes Lenares qualified for the

job? His full-time job is running LenaresLandscaping with his wife, Tina. “Whenyou own your own business you’re a littlemore flexible,” he says of finding the timeto be mayor. And he doesn’t have any hid-den agendas or believe in party politics,evidenced by his electing Democrat coun-cilman Scott McBride to be deputy mayor.“There’s really no qualifications. You’ve

got to do this for the love of the town,for what’s right for Newington,” he says.“I don’t care about what’s going on at the

state or federal level, just about securingNewington’s future.”Previously, Lenares served on the Town

Council forthree years andthe Board ofEducation foreight. “I’ve beendoing this for12 years, I knowwhat goes on andhow things oper-ate,” he says.So what does

he want to hap-pen with CedarMountain? It’snot under hiscontrol. The

Town Planning and Zoning and theInland Wetlands Commissions have thefinal say; Town Council plays no rolein the decision. “We’re trying to protectas much open space as we can,” he says.“We don’t need any more housing inNewington. I would love to buy everylittle bit of open space in town butNewington can’t afford that.”Lenares’ Democratic opponent Stephen

Woods also happens to be in the land-scaping business. “You’ve got two greatlandscapers running for one great town,”he says.Mayor Mike Lenares’ first fundrais-

er is Sept. 11, at Town Councilor BethDelBuono’s house on 327 Walsh Ave.,Newington. Then, on Thursday, Sept.15, town residents are invited to CarmenAnthony’s in Wethersfield. The thirdfundraising event will be Sept. 25, in hisparents’ home at 41 New Britain Ave. inNewington. If you’d like to volunteer tohelp the campaign of Mayor Mike Lenares,contact Republican Town Chairman BenAncona at (860) 666-1776.

Stephen Woods, 57, is a lifetimeNewington resident and has served on theBoard of Education for the last 16 years;now he’s seeking the position of mayor.“I’ve done a good job of bringing peopletogether and I can actually help the townthrough what I think is going to be a dif-ficult time over the next several years,” saysWoods.He doesn’t think that economic times are

going to improve quickly, but acknowledgesNewington haspositioned itselfto be in goodshape despite.“It’s not going tobe an easy job-there’s going tobe some thingsthat we can’t doover the nextseveral yearsthat we’d like todo,” says Woods,“but there was alot of foresightin putting things

together; we have done a good job in notoverextending ourselves and still supplyingthe services the taxpayers expect.”Woods is confident that he has what it

takes to continue moving Newington inthe right direction, and he credits this to hiseight terms of experience on the Board ofEd. “It’s the leadership skills I bring to thetable and the capability of bringing peopleof different viewpoints together,” he says, “Ithink I’ve been very successful at that.”Woods is vice president of Stonehedge

Landscaping in Newington, a family busi-ness run by he and his brother for the last40 years. “We employ roughly 26 peopleyear-round and 15 to 20 people seasonally,”he describes. “Fifty-two families earn theirlivelihood through this business.”Many more families will be depending

on him ifWoods is electedmayor in the Novemberelection, and his priorityis to maintain the level ofservices to ensure qual-ity of life for them. Thisincludes renewing vacantproperties so unusedstores can be filled. “Wehave several vacant parcelsthrough town that are stillon the tax rolls but arenot serving the commu-nity,” says Woods. “One ofthese is in the plaza whereFood Mart used to be. It’san empty shopping centerand a key part that reallyneeds to be worked on.”His other issue is with theplanned busway. “I don’tunderstand where the rid-ership will come from unless they developthe busway with housing,” he says, “butthen there would have to be additionalschools for the children, which is a majorexpense.”Also important to Woods is rebuilding

trust between the Board of Ed and theCouncil. “I have a lot of experience on theBoard and I will bring that to the Councilside and offer a different perspective.”So what is his contention on Cedar

Mountain? He is entertaining the ideathat the town will consider purchasing theproperty Toll Brothers wants to develop.“I understand how there’s a large contin-gency of people that want to save it,” saysWoods, “I think it’s an excellent idea but itcosts money; if I was elected I would getto the voters in a referendum and let themdecide.”Woods is looking forward to November.

“I turn 58 the day after the election- itwill be a nice birthday present if I win,”he says.


Mike Lenares

Stephen Woods

Richard Spring, 29, of 50 ChapmanSt., Newington, was charged Aug. 22 withfailure to pay or plea.

Richard Ellison, 44, of 56 Cherry HillDrive, Newington, was charged Aug. 23with possession of less than 4 ounces ofmarijuana and possession of narcotics.

Brenda Alcazar, 47, of 62 Upton St.,New Britain, was charged Aug. 27 withlarceny in the sixth degree.

Vincent Carey, 53, of 204 Church St.,Newington, was charged Aug. 29 withfailure to appear in the second degree.

Robert Kuc, 31, of 53 Reliance Rd.,Plainville, was charged Aug. 29 with aseat belt violation, driving under the influ-ence and no insurance

Rachel Cosme, 37, of 6 Devens St.,New Britain, was charged Aug. 30 withlarceny in the first degree, identity theft in

the first degree and forgery in the seconddegree (two counts.)

Pedro Colon, 26, of 13 Almand Rd.,Bristol, was charged Aug. 30 with criminal

violation of a restraining order.David Soumerai, 56, of 81 Tremont St.,

Hartford, was charged Aug. 30 with failureto appear in the second degree.

MIKE LENARES, REPUBLICAN, FOR MAYORSTEPHEN WOODS, DEMOCRAT, FOR MAYOR

NEWINGTON POLICE BLOTTER

Editor’s note:As the November 2011 elec-

tions approach, the NewingtonTown Crier will run a seriesof campaign profiles on can-didates running for Mayor,the Board of Education, TownCouncil and Constable.The Newington Town Crier

will make every effort to runopposing party candidates side-by-side but may not alwayshave this opportunity.The Newington Town Crier

does not endorse any specif icpolitical party.

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NEWINGTON — In a cafete-ria roughly two-dozen women aretaking four steps right, four stepsleft, throwing in a kick and grape-vine, and starting the moves all overagain.In another room a handful of

people are starting coffee while theyprepare to discuss topics of interestto Indian seniors.Meanwhile Jessie Adams and

Tina Bouchard are logging in themiles on treadmills in the FitnessCenter.It’s a typicalThursday morning at

theNewington Senior andDisabledCenter with dozens of membersalready passing through the doorsto participate in two of the best lifechoices for those over 60— exerciseand socialization.“Studies showthat themore active

you are and the more engaged youare, the better it is for your health,”center program coordinator EleanorEichner said. “It’s our mandate toprovide a variety of opportunities forpeople to stay active both mentallyand physically.”Each week the center provides

a number of different classes, pro-grams and activities that seniors canattend. Mah Jongg, Scrabble, oilpainting, woodworking, a walkinggroup, Fun and Fitness, bingo andbeadingareofferedweekly.Programson special topics are scheduled a fewtimes a month.In recent weeks the center has

sponsored discussions with a phar-macist, a chef, doctors from theUniversity of Connecticut HealthCenter and a chiropractor. On anygiven day about 150 to 200 peoplevisit the facility to attend programsor simply enjoy each other’s com-pany, Eichner said.In the cafeteria women who

appear to be from at least threedifferent decades are bopping andmoving to a quick song as aerobicsinstructor Sandy Rovelli calls outthe steps.It’s obvious after a few minutes

that there’s not a slacker in thegroup. They’ll keep up the activityfor 45 minutes to an hour duringtheir twice-a-week meetings.Down the hall the group of

Indian seniors are preparing fortheir bimonthly gathering, whichusually includes discussions on a

variety of topics and occasionally aspeaker on health issues.“We have a discussion on phi-

losophy and various subjectsinteresting to people,” said DinuDave of Newington. “We usuallyhave about 30 people each time.”The group gathers at 10 a.m.

and will stay until 2 p.m. Theyeach bring their own lunch, whichthey share with the group. Themembers are from around the areaincluding West Hartford, RockyHill, Glastonbury, Unionville andNewington.A few rooms down, Adams and

Bouchard are striding on the tread-mills in the Fitness Center. Theyeach do about 30 minutes a session.Adams, 74, comes every day thecenter is open. Bouchard, 77, jumpson the machine four times a weekand also volunteers in the coffeeshop on the other day.“I do it for my health and for the

companionship,” said Adams, whohas lowered her cholesterol level tothe point where she no longer needsmedication. “We have a cup of cof-fee in the cafeteria afterward.”Bouchard said it also reduces

blood pressure and is “excellent” for“achy bones.”

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Newington Cub Scout Pack 303and Boy Scout Troop 355

Do you like adventure, camping and hiking? If yes,then join us at sign-up night Friday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. atthe Church of Christ, which is located at 1075 Main St.For more information regarding Boy Scouts call AssistantScoutmaster Rich Schumacher at (860) 716-5309 or forCub Scouts call Cub Master Barbara Jones at (860) 817-1520 or Cub Master Ernie Field at (860) 666-1675 or byemail at [email protected].

Tag saleThe Deming-Young Farm Foundation will hold its

semi-annual fundraising tag sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Saturday, Sept. 10. at 282 Church St. The sale will featureestate, vintage and antique items, household, knick-knacks, some furniture and more. An 1874 Estey pumporgan will also be for sale. Raindate Sep. 17.

Newington Kiwanis Club’s Big KFlea Market/Craft Fair

The Newington Kiwanis Club’s Big K Flea Market/Craft Fair will be open Sundays in September andOctober, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Newington’s Market SquareFree Parking Lot, with scores of commercial vendorsoffering every kind of goods and products imaginable athard to resist bargain prices. Entrance is at 39 E. CedarSt. (CT Route 175) near the corner of Main Street, easilyaccessible from the Berlin Turnpike, Route 9 and not farfrom I-91 and I-84. Admission is $1 and vendor spacesare $15. Information is available from (860) 667-2864 or860) 839-1597.

Baseball gameSt. Mary Women’s Club will sponsor a bus trip to the

Boston Red Sox-Tampa Bay Rays game at Fenway ParkSunday, Sept. 18. The cost is $105 per person. For fur-ther information and to make reservations, contact KimBreton at [email protected] or by calling her after 5 p.m.at (860) 666-8873.

Brunch cruiseSt. Mary Women’s Club will take a Brunch Cruise on

the “Lady Katharine” Sunday, Oct. 16. All members andSt. Mary parishioners, as well as their invited guests, arewelcome to attend. For information regarding cost, otherdetails and reservations, call Pauline at (860) 666-0188.

Pig roastNewington Knights of Columbus will host a pig roast

at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Knights of ColumbusHall, 171 Pascone Place. Raffle/auction, live entertain-ment, outdoor games. Hamburgers, hotdogs, salads.Pig roast dinner served at 6 p.m. $25 adult and $12.50child 12 and under. Tickets available at the Knight ofColumbus and must be purchased no later than Sept. 10.

Tag saleThe Holy Spirit Ladies Guild will hold a tag sale from

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 in Father O’ConnorCenter, 183 Church St. Preview date is Friday, Sept. 9,9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The admission fee for previews is $5.Donate your items Thursday, Sept. 1 through Thursday,Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 4 and Sept. 5 we willaccept donations from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. No clothing,shoes, computers or large appliances. For further informa-tion call Phyllis Vallera, chairwoman, at (860) 666-2434.

CCHD educational session onbreast health for women

Breast Cancer is the most common cancer amongwomen, and has been increasing steadily over the pastseveral decades. Early detection through educationand screening methods, including mammograms andbreast exams, is very important. (Source: CT Dept ofPublic Health Website http://www.ctgov/dph, 2007) Forthese reasons, the Central Connecticut Health Districtwill host Donna Boehm, MSN, MPH - Breast NurseNavigator Breast Program from the Hospital of CentralConnecticut for a free informative and interactive talk

regarding breast health and the importance of regularscreenings and prevention, which will take place from6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13 at the WethersfieldPublic Library, 515 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield.Residents of the Central Connecticut Health District,including the towns of Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill,and Wethersfield are welcome and light refreshmentswill be served. To register contact Lori DiPietro,BSPH, Health Educator at the Central CT HealthDistrict at (860) 665-8571 or by email at [email protected].

Newington Art League meetingAfter a brief Art League meeting at 6:45 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 14, Cheryl Cianci, a certified Zentangleartist, will demonstrate this unusual art form using mostlypen and ink and minimal materials. According to the art-ist, Zentangle is both art and meditation and one doesnot have to be an artist to accomplish it. The public iswelcome to attend this demonstration at NewingtonTown Hall, 131 Cedar St., with the entrance across fromthe library on Mill Street. Workshops for members con-tinue Monday mornings, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Tuesdaynights, 6 to 9:30 p.m. he workshops are a chance formembers to get together in a relaxed setting to paintwhatever they want to in any medium. Monthly meetingstake place on the second Wednesday of the month. Forinformation call (860) 666-5026.

10-Week bereavement seminarA New Day 10-week bereavement seminar will be

held from 1 to 2:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19 at IncarnationParish in Wethersfield. Registration: (860) 529-6765(parish).

Registration open for NCTC fallafter-school classes

Registration is open for Newington Children’s TheatreCompany’s fall after-school classes for children, ages 5 to16. All classes will be taught by NCTC’s new Executive/Artistic Director Claire Van Cott. Classes are four weekslong and culminate in a Share Day Showcase Friday, Sept.30 at 7 p.m. for friends and family. For children, ages 5to 7, “Seuss-a-ma-Teuss” offers a playful introduction toperforming, giving children an opportunity to learn basicacting skills, while expressing themselves through thewhimsically silly stories of Dr. Seuss! “Seuss-a-ma-Teuss”will be held Tuesdays, Sept. 6 to 27, from 4 to 5 p.m. Cost:$65. Children, ages 8 to 12, will have the opportunity tolearn “Fundamentals of Acting” through various theatregames and activities coupled with basic acting techniques.This class is designed to introduce basic acting skills tonewcomers, while strengthening these skills for the “sea-soned” performers. “Fundamentals of Acting” will be heldWednesdays, Sept. 7 to 28, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cost: $75.Teens, ages 12 to 16, will have the opportunity to learnhow to select a monologue and explore how to developtheir character through a plethora of engaging exercisesin “Monologue.” “Monologue” will be held Tuesdays,Sept. 6 to 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: $85. Classes will beheld at the NCTC Performing Arts Theatre located at743 North Mountain Road. Space is limited. Registrationis required. A deposit for half the amount of enrollment isdue upon registration. For more information or to receivea registration form for your child, call (860) 666-6282 orvisit www.NCTCArts.org.

Adrianna Chorzepa ofNewington was namedto the spring dean’s list atSt. Joseph College, WestHartford.

Denise L. Martinchek, astudent at Manhattanville

College, Purchase,N.Y., was named to thespring dean’s list. A 2010Newington High Schoolgraduate, Denise is major-ing in international studiesat the college.

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Activity spotlightTemple Sinai events and services

Temple SinaiMovie Night

“Checking Out” starring Peter Falk is the movieto be viewed and discussed following a HavdallahService and pizza supper at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct.15, at the temple, 41 West Hartford Road, Newington,$11. Reservations required (860) 561-1055.

Temple Sinai HighHoly Days Services

At Conard High School, West Hartford: ErevRosh Hashanah Service, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday,Sept. 28; Rosh Hashanah Family Service, 9:15 a.m.Thursday, Sept. 29; Rosh Hashanah Morning Service,11:00 a.m.Thursday, Sept. 29; Kol Nidre and ShabbatService, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7; Yom Kippur FamilyService, 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8; Yom KippurMorning Service, 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8; AtTemple Sinai: Yom Kippur Concluding Service, 3:00p.m., Saturday, Oct. 8, followed by Sisterhood’s BreakFast.

Temple Sinai Sukkot And SimchatTorah Services

Erev Sukkot Family Service,6 p.m.Wednesday,Oct.12; Sukkot Morning Service, 10:30 a.m. Thursday,Oct. 13; Erev Simchat Torah Family Service, 6 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 19; Shmini Azeret/Simchat TorahService, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 20.

By EVAN MACYSTAFF WRITER

It didn’t take long for MichaelStrong to decide he loved base-ball.He played T-ball at age 4,

Little League minors at age 6,and was one of only three areaballplayers drafted into the LittleLeague majors at 9 years old.“I would say when he was

around 6, he told us he wantedto make the Little League WorldSeries,” his mother Theresa said,reflecting on when she suspectedher son had a real passion forthe game. “We thought it wasa strange thing for a 6-year-oldto say.”Though he hails from

Newington, he spends three daysa week in Bristol, working outand improving his speed andother integral areas of his game.“I started really young, and

by the time I was playing in theminors,” Michael said, “I reallystarted to think ‘I like this sport,I really can see myself having afuture in it.’”Strong was an All-Star four

times for Newington LittleLeague, and his hard work therepropelled him to a spot on theConnecticut Capitols in Hartfordwhere he qualified for the 13UTeam USA- Team New Englandsquad in July.“He’s worked really hard at a

training school to get where heis,” his mother said.During the tournament, his team won the champion-

ship game. It was a memory he will cherish forever.“I struck out the kid in the bottom of the 10th against

Rhode Island for a championship.” Strong said.After the breaking-ball pitcher flung

strike three, he was mobbed by histeammates on the mound.He represented team New England

and traveled to Allentown, Penn., forthe North Atlantic Showcase for TeamUSA Baseball. Strong played thirdbase, pitched and had a batting averageof .500 for the week.“He just loves it. It is really his pas-

sion,” his proud mom said. “What werespect the most is he is realistic. Hesets realistic goals and he wants to playhigh school baseball.”Though only entering eighth grade,

the 12-year-old is already thinkingabout playing JV, or possibly varsityball, his freshman year at NewingtonHigh.“I really want to make varsity as a

freshman, but I am realistically shoot-ing for JV,” Strong said. “I am going to try and get intocollege ball after high school.”

It is never too early to be thinking about the future,and Strong knows it is more than just his on-field playthat will count as he rises through the ranks in middle

school, high school and college.“He’s a straight-A student,” Theresa

said. “That’s one of our big things. It’sbeen instilled in him. He knows if hedoesn’t keep his grades up he’s notgoing to play in the upper levels.”“He really, really wants to find a

division one school he can play at,” sheadded.A Yankees fan, Strong idolizes Derek

Jeter, calling him “a class act.”“He loves the game like I love it,”

Michael said, “and he’s a good person.”Strong also has recently taken a lik-

ing to Nationals prospect Bryce Harper,who was drafted at 17 years old lastseason and is already blazing a trailthrough the Triple-A ranks.“He’s amazing and exciting to watch,”

Michael said.As baseball season comes to a close,

Strong will focus on his studies, on playing basketball forthe Newington travel team, and winter baseball.


NewingtonLittleLeaguermaking ‘Strong’ statement

Newington�s Michael Strong is a four-time All-Star.

“I really want tomake varsity asa freshman, butI am realisticallyshooting forJV,” Strong said.“I am going totry and get intocollege ball afterhigh school.”MICHAEL STRONG

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HOME IMPROVEMENT DIRECTORYAIR CONDITIONING & HEATINGMULL BROS., INC. - We are a familybusiness that’s been catering to yourcooling & heating needs since 1945.We proudly install Lennox, AmericanStandard, Weil McLain & other qualityequipment (oil, gas & electric). We alsoservice most makes & models. We arelocated next to the Wethersfield PostOffice (behind the penguins and polarbears) at 61 Beaver Rd. 860- 529-8255

BASEMENT WATERPROOFINGJP BACHHAND BASEMENTWATERPROOFING Reliable localcontractor. Hatchway leaks, foundationcracks, sub-floor drainage systems,sump pumps & yard drainage. Fullyinsured, free estimates, writtenguarantee. Our 27th year registeredwith CT Dept of Consumer Protection(Reg #511842). Call 860-666-9737

CERAMIC TILELEN & JEFF SHALLER - Fix leakyshowers. Regrouting in tubs. Bath,kitchen tile installed. 37 yearsexperience. Neat, expert workmanship.Repairs a specialty. Call 242-5805

CLEANING SERVICESPolish/English speaking woman canclean your house with care. 2ndcleaning 50% off for new clients only.Satisfaction guaranteed. InsuranceBonded. Call Kasia 860-538-4885

HOUSE, CONDO, OFFICE CLEANING -Polish/English speaking lady with manyyears of experience. References upon

request. Please call Ela at860-348-0234

ELECTRICAL SERVICESNDC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING - Allaspects of electrica work, additions,new homes, renovations, pools, hot-tubs, etc. Main service up-grades fromfuses to circuit breakers. Fast, qualityworkmanship. Nick 860-665-7202.CT Lic #E1-180139

PAINTINGTOP JOB PAINTING - Complete prepwork, interior and exterior painting,insured, free estimates. CT LIC:#HIC0621244. 23 Fern St., Rocky Hill.860-978-0190, 860-721-7274.

PLUMBINGPOSITANO PLUMBING, INC. - 31 yearsof serving Bristol and the surroundingareas. Specializing in all repairs.Plumbing & heating. Water heaterreplacement, boiler replacement. CT Lic#202691, 308931. For the best repairwork in the area, please call 860-584-0012, 186 West St., Bristol.

PLUMBING & HEATINGDEMAIO PLUMBING & HEATING,LLC - Free estimates. We specializein bathroom & kitchen remodeling,new additions and new houses. Waterheaters, zoned heat & more. We alsospecialize in high efficiency boilersand all types of heating and hot watersystems. We install radiant heat, newor additions. Fully licensed and insured.Call Rick at 860-342-3365.

REMODELINGFULL SERVICE REMODELING -Windows, bathrooms and kitchens.All interior and exterior home orbusiness remodeling and handymanservice. You name it - I’ve done it!Excellent references and competitiverates with over 10 years experience.BBB Accredited. Call Mike 860-690-6505 or Kris 860-348-076 today foryour free estimate. Fully insured andlicensed. Lic #565969.

ROOFINGLA RICH, LLC - Master Elite RoofingContractor with over 500 satisfiedcustomers. Our workmanship iswarranteed for 20 years by shinglemanufacturer. 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. Writtenwarranties. Clean and courteousinstallers. 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, stumpgrinding, tree removal. Registration#608808. Fully insured. 860-529-8389or 860-538-0980.

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(on a hard roll) Breakfast ends at 11:00 amBacon, Egg & Cheese................................................... 2.99Sausage, Egg & Cheese................................................2.99Ham, Egg & Cheese .....................................................2.99Egg & Cheese ................................................................2.99

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Chicken Parmigiana.................................5.99 4.99Meatball Parmagiana ..............................5.99 4.99Sausage & Peppers ..................................5.99 4.99BLT (bacon, lettuce, tomato) ...................................5.00 4.00Chicken Cutlet .........................................6.99 5.99(marinara sauce or mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese)

Pulled BBQ Pork......................................5.99 4.99Grilled Chicken.........................................6.99 5.99(marinara sauce or mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese)

Pastrami ....................................................5.99 4.99(mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese)

Turkish Kebob..........................................5.99 4.99(mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese)

SALADSPrices are approximate - (weight)

Tortellini Salad.......................................................5.99 /lbMacaroni Salad .......................................................2.99 /lbPotato Salad ...........................................................2.99 /lbTuna Salad...............................................................5.99 /lbChicken Salad .........................................................5.99 /lbSeafood Salad .........................................................5.99 /lbCole Slaw.................................................................2.99 /lbEgg Salad..................................................................3.99 /lbAntipasto Salad (ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone) .....................4.50Chef Salad (roastbeef, turkey, provolone)......................................2.50Garden Salad.................................................................2.50add Grilled Chicken ............................................. add’l 2.00(mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, peppers, cucumbers)

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Turkey Breast ........................................ 5.00 4.00Bologna.................................................... 5.00 4.00Capicolla .................................................. 5.99 4.99Salami (Genoa or Cooked) ................................. 5.00 4.00Pepperoni................................................ 5.00 4.00Ham.......................................................... 5.00 4.00Baked Ham (Virginia)...........................................5.99 4.99Honey Ham............................................. 5.99 4.99Imported Ham........................................ 5.99 4.99Chicken Salad (all white meat) ........................ 5.99 4.99Seafood Salad (crab w/ shrimp) ....................... 5.99 4.99Mortadella (Italian bologna)............................. 5.00 4.00Roast Beef............................................... 5.99 4.99Sopressata............................................... 5.99 4.99Prosciutto ............................................... 5.99 4.99Tuna ......................................................... 5.99 4.99Veggie ...................................................... 5.00 4.00(includes: roasted peppers, pickles, onions, olives)

Boar�s Head ............................................ 6.99 5.99COMBO

Italian (ham, salami, pepperoni) ............................ 6.99 5.99American (turkey, ham, bologna) ........................ 6.99 5.99

ALL INCLUDE: mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheeseUpon Request: oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, onions, pickles, olives, roasted peppers,hot banana peppers, jalapeno peppers, fresh peppers, oregano, hot sauce, honey

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