8-4-2011 Berlin Citizen

Volume 15, Number 31 Berlin’s Only Hometown Newspaper Thursday, August 4, 2011

The Berlin

CCititizizeennA walk on the ridge

Living withhistory on

Worthington RidgeBy Melissa Chicker an

Daniel JacksonSpecial to The Citizen

The slabs of slate, thatmake the sidewalk on Wor-thington Ridge, bubble up un-der the rising roots of thetrees that line the road. Grasscrowds the cracks. Where theslate is missing, asphaltpatches the walk.

This sidewalk runs byhouses built from the 1700s topresent day. This is Wor-thington Ridge: a place wherehistory mingles with thepresent, a place where home-owners digging in their yardsunearth clay marbles andcoins from yesteryear whileworrying about the speed ofpassersbys driving the road.

Worthington Ridge oncewas the bustling center oftown. In its glory days, thestreet shaded with mapletrees boasted a police station,a library, a school, two gener-al stores, a church that host-ed most of the town’s congre-gations, town hall — and atrolley, that for severaldecades regularly passed byhomes on the ridge.

According to former May-or Art Powers, who has livedon Worthington Ridge his en-tire life, the street — a maintravel route between NewYork and Boston — was full oftraffic.

Today, the ridge continuesto offer many points of inter-est with public spaces such asthe Berlin Free Library, Wor-thington Meeting House,Maple Cemetary, small parks,a church and a war memori-al, to name a few. It is also aplace full of unusual detailsthat tell the history of Berlin

Photos by Daniel Jackson and Melissa Chicker

Scenes from the ridge include a Greek revival-stylehouse, wavy sidewalks, and the Worthington MeetingHouse, as well as an old key still in use opening thedoor to the Hudsons’ home, built in 1786.

for those who walk its tree-lined sidewalks and take thetime to learn the story. Alongthe way, signs describe someof the people and places thatmake Berlin unique, fromtin-peddling entreprenuersto reknowned educators. Theshort stretch of road is part

of the town’s historic dis-trict.

“I’m living in the realmain street of Berlin,” saidAmy Prescher, resident onthe ridge since 2008. “Peoplewalk by and admire thehouse and it makes us proudto live in such a beautiful

home.”She describes her house,

when it stood during an ear-lier century, as a “white tem-ple on top of a hill in a beau-tiful landscape.” Prescher’shouse is built in the Greekrevival style, designed in astyle that copied the Greeks

preference for columns andan open feel.

Building styles along Wor-thington Ridge reflect thethinking of Americansthrough time, said Prescher,who is currently pursuing a

See Walk, page 7

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From The Citizen archives first week of August

August 5, 1998Pool closed, broken glass found — The East Berlin swimming pool was closed for

five days after it needed to be drained after broken pieces of glass were found in the deckand bottom of the pool.

August 1, 2001Decision on charter revision scheduled for Aug. 7 — A final draft on proposed

changes on the town’s charter went to a public hearing and not all of the revisions aregetting the green light. The changes include a section 6.10 which increases the amount ofmoney the council can spend on nonbudgeted items without calling a town meeting.

August 2, 2004Landmark furniture store demolished — The former Town and Country Furniture

and Gifts building, 792 Farmington Avenue, was torn down on July 28 after 43 years inbusiness. For its former owner, Richard Pedemonti and his family it was a sad day.

August 2, 2007PD facing a space shortage — Police Chief Paul Fitzgerald told the Town Council at

its meeting that the department’s space is cramped and inadequate and could soon be inviolation of state statutes.

August 6, 2009VIP forced to close — The VIP store, located at 717 Berlin Turnpike, opened for a few

days before the store was forced to close on July 30. The U.S. 2nd Circuit Court of Appealshas granted a “motion to stay” to the Town of Berlin, keeping the VIP store closed.

InsideCalendar.................22Marketplace............23Faith .......................10Health.....................15Letters ....................12Obituaries ...............11Opinion...................12Real Estate ............22Seniors ...................14Sports.....................17

Readers’ pollHere are The Berlin Citizen online poll results for last

week.The question was:In Washington, who is benefitting most from the con-

tentious debt ceiling debate?Democrats. 10%Republicans. 12%The Tea Party. 10%Nobody. They all look bad. 67%This week’s poll question asks:Is it possible that mountain lions live in our area?

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The Kensington-BerlinSunrise Rotary Club hasscheduled its Summer FoodDrive to benefit the BerlinFood Pantry. Throughout thesummer, the Rotary Clubneeds donations of the fol-

lowing items – mayonnaise,canned tuna, spaghettisauce, canned fruit, peanutbutter and jelly, macaroniand cheese, and juice boxes.

Items may be dropped offat the Berlin Chamber of

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Summer food drivebranches, Main Street, Kens-ington and Webster SquareRoad or directly to the BerlinFood Pantry, located on thelower level of the Berlin Mu-

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Sally Eigenraam and Eileen Clark offer a new kind ofshopping experience on Main Street.

By Melissa ChickerSpecial to The Citizen

After 15 years running achildren’s boutique, SallyEigenraam has joined forceswith another shop keeper tooffer a different kind of shop-ping experience to residents.

Eigenraam, former ownerof Mommy and Me, alongwith Eileen Clark, owner ofEcho Consignment Shop,have combined their re-sources to create Sally’s Em-porium and Echo Consign-ment Shop LLC, located on384 Main Street.

“I don’t think there is an-other place in Connecticutthat offers the same combina-tion of products and servicesthat we have here,” Clarksaid. “We got to know eachother and thought it would bea great idea to put the twobusinesses in one location sothey could complement each

other and people can do onestop shopping,”

“I was a young motherwhen I opened Mommy and

Me, so I wanted to do some-thing more adult and changethe focus of the store,” Eigen-raam said.

Although the businesseshave teamed up, they remainseparate entities. Eigenraamsaid she has noticed anuptick in business since theyopened together over amonth ago.

“There is more supportwith one another when com-ing together. We are able toshare the advertising expens-es, bounce business ideas offeach other, help and support

each other and we are look-ing forward to a great suc-cess,” she said.

The emporium providesthe community with an inex-pensive way to turn overgoods when an individualsells or downsizes a home,Eigenraam said.

Echo Consignment’s sideof the business specializes inthe buying and reselling ofwomen’s clothing, purses,and jewelry. Clark saidclothes or accessories forconsignment need to be“rack ready” and in style,typically items from the lastthree years. The consigmentsplit is 55/45 with the higherpercentage to the shop.

Clark has a good eye forthe value and re-sale poten-tial of items consignersbring in, and some items arenot accepted. Eigenraamdoes her own pricing as well.“Pricing has to be relative tothe times, especially in thiseconomy, in order to sell andmove the item,” she said.“We also do sales and mark-downs to get the sales outquicker.”

Sally’s also offers “microshop” space for artisans,with each participant set upin a small booth. Artisans in-clude, Dr. John FitzsimmonsArtwork, Ellen FitzsimmonsMaham, who specializes in

hand painted portraits, Bev’sJewelry specializing in themaking of jewelry madefrom vintage silver wear, andApplewood Soaps.

Sally’s and Echo Consign-ment also hold an event to-gether called the openFrench Market at which 10home-based businesses comeout to network and find newcustomers. Vendors such asTastefully Simple and ParkLane Jewelry were two re-cent participants.

“We are big on businesswomen helping businesswomen. In this economy youdon’t see a lot of women help-ing each other in the smallbusiness world,” Clark said.

Both Clark and Eigneraamplan to continue the FrenchMarket and expect to offeranother in September.

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Summer reading finale — time to turn the page(Over the past couple of

months, The Citizen has pre-sented a series of summerreading lists from people

around town. We hope it’shelped you find a good book totake to the beach or onto theback porch. This week, we

wrap up with suggestionsfrom the newspaper staff andsome of our contributingwriters.)

Contributor Amy Presch-er recommends: Unaccus-tomed Earth, a collection ofeight beautiful stories aboutsecond-generation immi-grant families from India(Bengali). Having grown upwith fathers working at pres-tigious research centers andmothers making dal (lentils)in the home, these childrenhave, for the most part, flour-ished professionally, butstruggle with the the valuesand cultural traditions oftheir close-knit families. Thecomforts of upper middleclass life and the sheen ofsuccess cannot erase thedeep bonds with Indian cul-ture, and the characters de-

velop an understanding forpractices as socially back-wards — to American eyes —as arranged marriages. Thisis a book for people who en-joy reading about love andthe complexity of human re-lationships, and also like tolearn about Asian culturesand the immigrant experi-ence. I highly recommendthis book.

Contributor Daniel Jack-son writes: During the sum-mer, I have been trying tobroaden my fiction reading. Ienjoyed Hen-derson, theRain King bySaul Bellow.It is the storyof a manfrom Dan-bury search-ing for re-d e m p t i o n

from his life by travelinginto Africa. I picked it up be-cause I wanted to introducemyself to Saul Bellow. Bel-low won both the NobelPrize for literature and thePulitzer Prize. I found “Hen-derson, the Rain King” writ-ten in a unique voice. Thenarrator, the main charac-ter, knows he is flawed andhe speaks it, too. (can youimagine saying to anAfrican chief “Hey prince,shoot straight with mehere”?) A plus is that thereare five copies of this book atthe Berlin-Peck MemorialLibrary.

Recently, I picked up a boxset of George MacDonald’sshort stories. He wrote chil-dren’s fantasy fiction during

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Fletcher-Terry relocates to East BerlinBy Olivia L. Lawrence

The Berlin Citizen

Fletcher-Terry has begunits relocation to a new operat-ing and manufacturing facili-ty at Berlin Commerce Parkin East Berlin. The new 47,000square foot facility will housethe company’s manufactur-ing, warehousing, sales andmarketing, and customerservice departments as wellas its senior managementteam.

Fletcher-Terry, manufac-tures glass fabrication tools,and is moving from Farming-ton. The first phase, movingadministrative offices, iscomplete, and next, the ware-house and manufacturing de-partments will be brought in.The company stated that themove will not disrupt prod-uct shipments, inventoryavailability or customer serv-ice support.

“The new facility providesus increased manufacturing,R & D and inventory space fora number of growth opportu-nities we see coming in thefuture,” said Blair Tomalo-nis, president of Fletcher-Terry Company. “We see com-pany opportunities in newproduct technologies and ex-pansion into new global mar-kets as we enter into our

144th year of business.”A long-term member of

the senior managementteam, Tomalonis took over aspresident during a “strategicreorganization” announcedDec. 31, 2009. At that time, thecompany announced itsemergence as The Fletcher-Terry Company LLC. It hadpreviously filed a voluntaryChapter 11 bankruptcy peti-tion on Oct. 27, 2009, accord-ing to U.S. Bankruptcy Courtdocuments.

Marketing Director JimMcNichols said, at this time,the company’s financialhealth is “very secure.” In itsprior status, as a small fami-ly-run business, money is-sues drained assets, but sincethe reorganization tookplace, after being purchasedby a Worcester, Mass. group,“We’re alive and well and

ready to begin a new chap-ter,” McNichols said.

The company has a distri-bution network to 60 coun-tries and provides servicesto industries specializing inglass production and fabrica-tion, sign and graphic, pic-ture framing and retail hard-ware. McNichols said Fletch-er-Terry will look to developnew customers in Berlin, aswell.

Mayor Adam Salina said,“Fletcher-Terry is relocatingits operations and over 40employees to Berlin. We ap-preciate that they have rec-

ognized the strategic advan-tages of locating in Berlindue to our central location inthe state and convenient ac-cess to Route 9 and Inter-states 84 and 91. Berlin Com-merce Park is a vital employ-ment center for the EastBerlin section of town. Theaddition of Fletcher-Terryemployees will provide aboost to our restaurants,stores and service business-es. The company is Connecti-cut grown so it is importantthat they have chosen to stayin the state and lease newquarters to accommodate

their growing business. Aswe continue to recover fromthe economic downturn,adding a business of this sizewill also offer a welcomeboost to the town’s grand listgrowth. Fletcher-Terryserves diverse industrialmarkets around the world soI am proud to have them jointhe Berlin business commu-nity.”

McNichols said the EastBerlin location met the com-pany’s needs in terms ofbuilding size and the inter-ests of its workforce.

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Scholasticachievements

Ashley Meilleur of Kens-ington and Alexander Plo-chocki of Berlin receivedfaculty honors for the spring2011 semester at Trinity Col-lege.

Dean’s listConnecticut College —

Sarah Schaller of Berlin.Fairfield University —

Joel Burgos, Carina D’Ama-to, Bethany Horbal, JenniferChase of Berlin.

Iona College — LisaMarzi, Cherie Ball of Berlin.

Villanova University,Pennsylvania — StephanieLuu, Kate Terrell, EricNolan of Kensington; KristaSullivan of Berlin.

GraduatesChoate Rosemary Hall

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NorthwestCatholic honorroll

Residents named to thehonor roll at NorthwestCatholic High School:

First honors – AndrewDornfried of Berlin; SarahDotter, Tyler Stites of Kens-ington.

Honorable mention –Michael Burek of Berlin.

ReunionsBerlin High School

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day, Oct. 22. For more infor-mation, contact Agnes Calic-chio Laperuta at (860) 346-7693 or [email protected].

Berlin High School Classof 1976 reunion committeeis forming for the 35th classreunion to be held in the fallof 2011. For more informa-tion and to participate in theplanning, contact EllenFitzsimmons Mahan at (860)674-1017 [email protected].

Berlin High School Classof 1981 and 1982 are plan-ning a joint reunion for thefall of 2011. Classmates that“like” the Facebook page athttp://on.fb.me/bhs81 will beprovided with updated re-union plans, can post com-ments to the site and recon-nect with classmates.

Southington HighSchool Class of 1971 hasscheduled its 40th class re-union for Nov. 26 at HawksLanding Country Club,Southington. Contact SteveJardine for more informa-tion and to share contact in-formation. A Facebook pagewill be created soon.

New Britain High SchoolClass of 1956 has scheduledits 55th class reunion for Sat-urday, Sept. 17 at the AquaTurf Country Club, 556 Mul-

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Hartford Public HighSchool Class of 1961 is

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PhD in art history. She said,in the beginning, the first set-tlers in Berlin were not con-cerned with architecture oranything much beyond sur-vival. They built colonialhouses designed to withstandthe weather.

But America grew up. TheIndustrial Revolution beganin the Connecticut River Val-ley. This was reflected in thearchitecture through Greekrevival. People had moretime to think about honor,democracy, science and phi-losophy. “It reminds you ofthose high ideas,” Preschersaid.

However, these days, shesaid, the value for olderhomes is depreciating ashomeowners want lowermaintenance homes.

Jane and Richard Hudson,along with their daughterMargaret, have lived on theridge for 26 years. Theirhouse has stood since 1786.

“It requires a lot of work tokeep up with an older home,but we enjoy it,” RichardHudson said.

The home has stood thetest of time, keeping all theoriginal trim as well as origi-nal floor paneling on the sec-ond floor, fireplaces and even

Photo by Daniel Jackson and Melissa Chicker

Above: a plaque marks an historic site along scenicWorthington Ridge; the old Town Hall; and a Federal-ist-style house owned by former Mayor Art Powers.

the original key and lock tothe front door. The house didnot have indoor plumbing un-til the 1960s.

However, not every homeon the ridge is old; some arequite modern. As the ridgedescends toward the BerlinTurnpike, the houses arebuilt in a Victorian style andthen those with modern con-struction appear.

Sam Deiwert said his par-ents built their family homein 2005. Because it’s in thehistorical district, the build-ing has to blend with the sur-rounding historical homes; itis sided with wood, instead ofvinyl that most modernhomes use.

Using historically appro-priate materials comes with aprice. “It is more expensive tolive in the historical districtand go by the rules set by theHistorical District Commis-sion,” Art Powers said in re-gards to the governing bodythat reviews any alterationsto sites. “But, physically, itmakes it a more beautifulplace to live because of thebeauty of the old homes.”

The goal of the HistoricalDistrict Commission is topreserve the history of thearea. “The Historical DistrictCommission tries to be very

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the late 1800’s. His work influ-enced CS Lewis of the Chron-icles of Narnia and JRRTolkien of The Lord of theRings. Be warned though: hiswork was aimed at childrenso you have to enjoy chil-dren’s literature to enjoy hisfiction. Lewis and Tolkienbuilt worlds that make senseto us, but with MacDonaldyou have to suspend morejudgment. His stories are a

cross between Greek mythol-ogy and tales about fairies. Ibelieve his most popularbook is At the Back of theNorth Wind.

I am also working througha non-fiction book called TheDead Beat by Marilyn John-son. It’s about journalismand writers — obituaries andobituary writers. I judged thebook by its cover and thoughtit was a collection of vi-gnettes about local journal-ism. In a sense, that is what itis, but the subject is nar-

rowed down to the obituarypage. I’ll be honest and saythis book isn’t for everybody!You will probably enjoy it ifyou either like reading theobituary page (the book in-forms me that there are per-fectly sane people who enjoythis) or want to know every-thing about journalism.

Two members of The Citi-zen staff, read the samebooks; Marsha Pomponiolent them to OliviaLawrence. The first wasBossy Pants,the Tina Feymemoir ofsorts. As Feya s t u t e l ywrites: youare most like-ly to be read-ing this bookbecause awoman inthe office lent it to you. Ex-actly. It’s a fast, mindless,mildly amusing in parts(boring in others) read about

one of the most successful fe-male comedic voices of thisera. And that’s OK, its lightfare good enough for hotweather. However, Fey’ssnarky-silly style doesn’ttranslate all that well to thepage and there’s too muchtime spent on detailed rendi-tions of “how I got to be onSNL and 30 Rock.” And therewere hardly any sordid de-tails of life on the set. Still, itwas fun enough. Borrow itfrom a woman in your officewhen there’s a rainy week-end.

A Walk in the Woods, byBill Bryson, is the secondbook we shared. Bryson is agreat storyteller and his non-fiction tale of two guys(Bryson and his equally un-skilled hiking buddy) whodecide to walk the Ap-palachian Trail is a treat.The story immerses the read-er in a backcountry experi-ence that rings true down tothe last gnat. You’ll laugh,

you’ll cry — the latter be-cause Bryson weaves hisslapstick expedition storywith sobering facts about thehealth of the country’sforests and criticism abouthow the wilderness is man-aged by those entrusted withit. A perfect summer read,great entertainment but notdumbed-down.

Contributor KatherineVandrilla recommends TheCurious Incident of the Dog inthe Night-Time, a novel byMark Haddon. This story istold through the point ofview of Christopher JohnFrancis Boone while on aquest to discover the culpritbehind the mysterious deathof his neighbor’s dog.Christopher is no ordinary 15year-old. He divides his lifeinto his likes and dislikes,knows every country of theworld along with its capital,and can recite every primenumber from two to 7,057,(which he goes about num-bering his chapters — up to233 — since he has a strongpreference for prime overcomposite numbers).

Christopher is a boy strug-gling not only to learn to com-municate with the world, butlearning to handle a greatdeal of difficult informationall at the same time. As he isinvestigating the murder ofthe dog, he uncovers secretsabout his family that makehis life difficult to process, es-pecially for someone whocannot understand humor orprocess human emotions.This book keeps the readeron the edge of their seat asthey are discovering rightalong with Christopher.

This book may seem a bitdisorganized at first. Thenarrator fixates on the seem-ingly unimportant details,but those are what lead to thereader getting to knowChristopher on a personallevel. You get the feeling as ifyou are one of the only peo-ple he has ever opened up to,and in that sense are his onlyfriend. If you do not like see-ing the world through anoth-er’s eyes or getting a freshperspective on life, then youwill not like this book. Thisstory pushes you to think out-side of the box. It is also con-fidence boosting to be onchapter 151 one minute, and157 the next!

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keep up the history of thehome” said Jane Hudson.The Hudsons know the histo-ry of all six previous ownerswho have lived in their home.

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KensingtonCongregational

The Kensington Congrega-tional Church holds worshipservice every Sunday at 10a.m. as well as Chapel in theWoods, a half hour casualworship service at 8:30 a.m.Child care is available.

The Kensington Congrega-tional Church has scheduleda summer parenting bookgroup for Thursdays at 8 p.m.in the church parlor. Books

for discussion include Howto Talk So Kids Will Listenand Listen So Kids Will Talkand Playful Parenting. It isnot necessary to attend everymeeting. For more informa-tion, contact Pam Baclaski [email protected] or(860) 829-8833.

BerlinCongregational

The annual Craft Fair isscheduled for Nov. 19 from 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. Spaces areavailable for rent on a firstcome, first serve basis. Hand-made crafts only. For moreinformation, call Tina at(860) 284-9782.

Taize serviceThe Kensington United

Methodist Church offers aTaize service Tuesdays at 7p.m. A Taize service com-bines silent meditation,prayer and simple music. Si-lence is a central part of thisservice and is a gift to thoseleading busy, hectic lives. Itprovides an opportunity tocommune with God throughthe heart and bring a meas-ure of peace to one’s mindand spirit. The service isopen to everyone seekingspiritual refreshment and re-newal.

Prayer shawlsThe Kensington United

Methodist Church prayershawl ministry meets thesecond Thursday of everymonth at 7 p.m. While mostshawls are prepared inde-pendently, the group meetsonce a month for fellowshipand prayer. Knitters and cro-cheters of all faiths are wel-come.

Call the church, (860) 828-4222, for the meeting loca-tion.

Saint Gabriel’sSaint Gabriel’s Episcopal

Church has scheduled Sun-day worship at 8:30 a.m. Theworship service is dignifiedbut informal. Saint Gabriel’sincludes children of all agesin worship and welcometheir joyful noise. The serv-

ices feature music from the1982 Hymnal and on occasionthey enjoy an anthem or in-strumental offering from oneof our congregation’s musi-cians, in addition to the pre-pared prelude and postludeoffered by the organist.

Prayer groupThe 13th of the month

prayer group at St. PaulChurch, Kensington, meetsat noon on the 13th day ofevery month to pray the 15decades of the rosary. Theprayer services begin with apersonal consecration to theSacred Heart of Jesus andthe immaculate Heart ofMary. Within the rosary, theverses of the Fatima song aresung in remembrance tothree shepherd children inFatima, Portugal, in 1917. Formore information call JohnSimeone at (860) 828-0794.

Holy GroundsCoffeehouse

Holy Grounds Coffee-house, 146 Hudson St., hasscheduled Christian Karaokefor the second Friday of eachmonth at 7 p.m. Admission isfree; free coffee, tea andshacks are offered. For moreinformation call (860) 828-3822 or [email protected].

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Elsie B. EllisonElsie B. Ellison, 99, of

B e r l i n ,passed awayp e a c e f u l l yon July 29,2011. Shewas the wid-ow of Roy El-lison.

Born inNew Britain, she was thedaughter of the late Emil andRosalie (Tefts) Busse. Sheworked as a caterer in NewBritain for many years. Shewas a former member ofFirst Lutheran Churchwhere she was a member ofFLCW, the Altar Guild andthe church choir. She was amember of St. John’s Evan-gelical Lutheran Church.She was a member of theNew Britain Chorale andsang with the New BritainMusic Club. She was a mem-ber of the Bristol HistoricalSociety and a former mem-ber of the NewingtonWomen’s Club and the New-ington Chorale. A caring per-son who’s kindness and com-passion was felt by all. Shewill be dearly missed.

Surviving are her threegranddaughters, Brenda Elli-son of Kensington, LaurenEllison of New Britain andLinda Ellison of Bristol; herson-in-law Robert Mc-Cormick of Woodstock Val-ley, and several nieces andnephews. She was prede-ceased by her son Everett E.Ellison; her daughter Mari-lyn McCormick; four sistersand a brother.

Services were held Aug. 2,2011 at St. John’s EvangelicalLutheran Church, NewBritain. Burial was inFairview Cemetery.

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Obituarieswho in his retirement yearsalternated between his homein Berlin and his self-builthome in Readsboro, Vt. He at-tended Berlin schools andwas a 1960 graduate of TheTeachers College, now Cen-tral Connecticut State Uni-versity, with a Master’s de-gree in biology. He was a pop-ular teacher at NewingtonHigh School teaching biologyfor 30 years.

His loves included teach-ing, sailing, reading, travel-ing and camping but mostlyspending time with hismuch-loved grandchildren,and the many people he con-sidered his extended family.Richard is survived by hisloving wife of 51 years Regi-na Ruments Mildrum; hisson Mathew and his fiancéeKim Jensen; his son Markand his wife Susan and hisdaughter Martha Neault andher husband Michael Neault.Richard’s beloved grandchil-dren are Krystal, Luke,Melissa, Zachary Mildrum,Ashley Jensen, and Noah andJacob Neault. In addition,Richard is survived by manybeloved nieces and nephews.

Richard was predeceasedby his parents Philip E. Mil-drum and Dorothy (Barnes)Mildrum as well as his broth-er Ernest “Herk” Mildrum.

His family would like tothank his many caregiversover the last few years.

A memorial service washeld Thursday, July 28, 2011at Berlin Memorial FuneralHome.

In lieu of flowers, his fami-ly suggests memorial dona-tions to the American LungAssociation of Connecticut,45 Ash Street, East Hartford,CT 06108.

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Berlin BriefsFree ball game

Connecticut students aretaking part in the ReadingBooks in Summer program,designed to inspire children,ages five through 12, to readduring their summer vaca-tion. The program is spon-sored by the New BritainRock Cats, Connecticut Li-brary Consortium and Cen-tral Connecticut State Uni-versity.

The Berlin-Peck MemorialLibrary is one of 134 Con-necticut libraries participat-ing in RBIS. Each library setsits own ground rules. Chil-dren who read the number ofbooks determined by their li-brarian will receive a vouch-er for free admission to aRock Cats game in NewBritain. The vouchers will beredeemable on one of threedesignated Summer ReadingRecognition Nights heldWednesday, Aug. 17, Thurs-day, Aug. 18 and Friday, Aug.19.

It’s not too late to partici-pate in Reading Books inSummer program.

For more information, callthe Berlin-Peck Memorial Li-

brary at (860) 828-7125/Chil-dren must sign up at a partic-ipating library.

Policeman’s ballThe Berlin Police Associa-

tion is conducting itsfundraising drive in con-junction with the annual Po-liceman’s Ball, according toSergeant Thomas Hodolitz,president.

Through the fundraising,contributions benefit Up-beat, the fishing derby, Pro-ject Graduation, youthsports and more.

Checks should be madepayable to the Berlin PoliceAssociation.

For more information, callSergeant Hololitz at (860) 828-7193.

Veterans’ reunionThe 43rd Infantry Division

Veterans Association hasscheduled its 65th annual re-union for Friday, Aug. 12through Sunday, Aug. 14.

The goal for this year’s re-union is to have a monumenterected in dedication to thisgroup of soldiers who per-formed untold deeds of valorand heroism in the past. De-scendant units are still onthe front lines in combat to-day.

“When the subject ofWWII and the Pacific The-

atre comes up, most peoplehave heard about Pearl Har-bor, Midway, and Iwo Jima.But few truly know about sol-diers from here in Connecti-cut slugging it out in thethick jungles in the South Pa-cific, enduring hand to handcombat against the Japanesein unfamiliar places likeMunda, Aitape and Luzon,”said David Thiede, NationalSecretary/Treasurer of theveterans association. “Amonument would be a mostfitting tribute to these menwho never sought heroismbut gave a tremendousamount of brave service toour nation.”

For more informationabout how to donate to thismemorial monument, visithttp://www.43rd-idm.org.

Memorial bricks The Veterans Commission

is taking orders for memori-al bricks to be used in thepaving at the site of the newmemorial at Veterans Park.

The cost of the bricks willbe used to maintain parks intown, including the VeteransPark. Applications are avail-able at Town Hall, The Veter-ans of Foreign Wars, theAmerican Legion or fromany member of the VeteransCommission.

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CitizenOpinion12 The Berlin CitizenThursday, August 4, 2011

Applausereturned

To the editor:As is usually the case, I

have just a “few more thingsto say.” Thank you to TheBerlin Citizen for publishingthe article regarding ourclosing and for the excellentmanner in which it was pre-sented. It has been my obser-vation that — over theseyears — your paper, yourstaff and your parent compa-ny have always tried to sup-

port the arts on a local level. Iwould like to offer my per-sonal thanks to Olivia, An-nemarie and Marsha fortheir kindness and help.

And a big thank you to ouraudiences over these past 14years. Without laughingwith us, crying with us andapplauding for us – it wouldhave been a truly lacklusterrun. But your support sus-tained us emotionally. And toour loyal corporate spon-sors: you too stood by us –many of you from the verybeginning. Your generosityhelped us provide quality,live entertainment eachsummer. Your generositysustained us financially. Therecords and the treasury ofthe Berlin Community The-atre have always been open.As per the terms of our by-

laws, the remaining $1,500 inour account was dividedequally between the follow-ing four organizations: TheRepertory Theatre of NewBritain, The New BritainSymphony, American GlobeTheatre, Ltd., New York,N.Y., and the U.S.O.

And finally to my lovingwife, sons, family, extendedfamily, and many wonderfulfriends –for believing in us,for believing in what wewere doing, for your supportand love that carried us forall these years, I can find nobetter words than – “thankyou.”

That’s all for now — untilthe overture starts and thatcurtain rises once again (andit will).

Christopher M. CotéChairman of the Board

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Self-reliant only childdefies statistics and

stereotypesBy Jennifer Flannery

(Each year a select group ofBerlin High School seniorshave their “exemplary pieces”of writing presented to theBoard of Education. Thissummer, The Citizen is pub-lishing some of these writingsor excerpts from them. Thisweek’s selection is from a Pa-per of Distinction: JenniferFlannery’s college essay.)

One day, in the secondgrade, I walked into the liv-ing room with a list of thingsI wanted for Christmas thatyear: first on the list was ababy, then a cat, and thirdwas a dog. To the first mymom said, “Absolutely not, goask your father.” To the sec-ond she said, “No way, theyshed too much.” So, in thewinter of 2000, I was intro-duced to my best friend, myfavorite companion, and myfirst confident…her namewas Lexie and she licked myface in welcome on Christ-mas morning.

I am an only child living ina world that encourages and

demands social interactionat all times. My parents di-vorced when I was just twoyears old leaving me to ven-ture through life as a triplestatistic: a female only childfrom a divorced home. Earlyon, I made the conscious de-cision not to let this hindermy development or socialabilities. I refused to fall intothe label of a spoiled brat, so-ciety’s term of endearmentfor only children. I was deter-mined to turn this perceiveddetriment into motivationand to defy stereotypical ex-pectations of others. As op-posed to having a sibling whowas my sounding board andcompanion, I became friendswith a close group of peerswho did have siblings.

I was amazed by the factthat my friends could getaway with, for example,blaming the messy kitchenor the broken dish on theiryounger sibling. Not havingany siblings taught me an in-valuable lesson very early inlife: accepting responsibilityfor my own actions. I had nochoice but to accept responsi-bility for my own actions, al-though I did try to blame Lex-ie a couple times, withoutsuccess.

Since I did not have an old-er sibling to teach me how todefend myself, I became veryself-sufficient and was able todo many things on my own.From a very young age my fa-ther called me “Miss Inde-pendent” and that trait hascarried through my adoles-cent years into adulthood.

Being independent hastaught me a work ethic thathas proved to be very helpful.Self determination and per-severance are qualities thathave made average peopleinto masters of their craft.Individuals like Lance Arm-

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Loyal Order of Moose Club President Darryl Duritypresented Berlin Police Lieutenant Jim Gosselinwith two dozen Tommy Moose teddy bears to beplaced in patrol cars. Children benefit from a teddybear distraction to alleviate their fear and appre-hension during times of crisis when the police arecalled to return control and safety to their lives.These teddy bears, which are theirs to keep, aregiven to any child that officers believe would bene-fit from the calming affect that the teddy bears pro-vide. The teddy bears have helped children whowere lost, involved in car crashes, family violenceincidents and medical emergencies. The donationis one of several Moose Club community serviceprograms to benefit the residents of Berlin.

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Nov. 14-16 — Christmas atIndian Head Resort.

Nov. 16 — Radio CityChristmas Spectacular.

Dec. 7-9 — Christmas inthe Amish Country.

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Oct. 12 — Oktoberfest atthe Platzl Brauhas, in theHudson River highlands.

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Dozens of teams accept the ChallengeBy Nick Carroll

The Berlin Citizen

These days, high schoolfootball season never reallyends. After the state champi-onships are decided, almostimmediately, players beginpreparing for the followingfall. There are strength andcondition programs, passingleagues, camps. Whatever ittakes to get a leg up on thecompetition, high schoolteams will do.

That’s the reason morethan two dozen squads cameout to the Offensive LinemenChallenge Saturday at BerlinHigh School.

The annual gathering testsplayers’ strength and agilityless than a month out fromthe opening day of practice.

“It’s a great event that wasstarted as a way to keep thelinemen active in the sum-mer,” explained BHS offen-sive line coach John PaulDemko, the driving force be-hind the Challenge.

“The skill positions havepassing leagues and can goout and throw the ballaround with each other. Thelinemen really had nothing

Numbers, expectations high for 2011 Bears

Photos by Matt Leidemer

Top right: Berlin HighSchool’s No. 1 team fin-ished second at the Offen-sive Linemen Challenge.Below: BHS’s No. 2 teambattles in tug of war. Topleft: A lineman competesin the Move the Mountainevent.

to do except lift weights andrun, until we started theLineman Challenge.”

This was Berlin’s thirdyear hosting the event.Demko said the Challenge

“has grown beyond what Icould’ve imagined,” point-ing out that 30-plus teams

were on hand Saturday, in-cluding a pair from Massa-chusetts. Also, college scoutsnow come out to the Chal-lenge.

BHS coach John Capodicepraised Demko’s initiative.“He’s made it probably thelargest of this type of eventin the state of Connecticut,”Capodice said. “He reallylooked at what they do inTexas and Florida.”

Challenge participantscompete in events such asbench press, tire toss andheavy bag carry. The day iscapped with a tug of war.

The BHS contingent faredquite well at the Challenge.The Redcoats’ No. 1 team fin-ished behind only CheshireAcademy. Nauset (Mass.)rounded out the top three.

Offensive linemen seldomget headlines, but coachesknow the work those guys doin the trenches is invaluable.

“I truly believe, without astrong group of linemen, it’sgoing to be very hard to besuccessful — I don’t care howgood your skill guys are,”Capodice said.

By Nick CarrollThe Berlin Citizen

The Bears have emergedfrom hibernation.

Berlin’s youth footballprogram kicked off its 2011season this week at BerlinHigh School, and numbersand expectations are high.

“With the amount of kidswe have this year, I feel we’regoing to do real well,” saidBears President Bob De-Francesco.

“The numbers continue togrow, and we love it.”

More than 160 local young-sters have signed on to playtackle football. The Bearswill field two squads in theB, C and D divisions, and onein the A. Also, for the town’slittlest warriors, the Bearsoffer flag football.

Overseeing the teams aresome 40 volunteer coaches.“A lot of dads want to be in-volved, and a lot of them fol-

low the kids right upthrough the ranks,” De-Francesco pointed out.

The Bears president is one

such father. DeFrancescohas been involved in theleague for five years. This ishis second season at thehelm.

“To see the kids progress-ing from year to year is real-ly amazing,” he said. “It’s agreat program, and I justwant to make sure we keep itgoing.”

The Bears are coming offa solid 2010 campaign inwhich three of their teamsqualified for the league play-offs. “I thought it was a suc-cessful season,” De-Francesco said. “But we’realways striving to be a littlebit better.”

To that point, in recentyears, the Bears have workedmuch more closely with theBHS football program. De-Francesco calls it a “win-win

situation.”“That has been an ab-

solutely wonderful additionto the program,” he said.

Last season, 11 BHS coach-es regularly shared theirknowledge with the Bears.BHS players do their part tohelp out as well.

“It really makes a big dif-ference when the programscollaborate,” BHS coachJohn Capodice said. “Wewant (Bears players) to lookforward to playing Fridaynight and being a Berlin Red-coat football player.”

As did their football-play-ing counterparts, Bearscheerleaders met with suc-cess in 2010, bringing home astate championship.

This year, 50-plus Bearscheerleaders will be in action.

The Berlin Bears began preparing for their 2011 sea-son this week. More than 160 kids have signed on toplay tackle football.


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At press time, the future ofthe Hartford Colonials wasup in the air.

Last week rumors swirledthat the UFL would jettisonthe Colonials in order tostreamline the financially-struggling, up-start profes-sional football league.

But as of Monday, the UFLhad yet to verify whether ornot the Colonials — who useBerlin’s Sage Park as theirpractice facility — were in-deed finished.

News of the Colonials’ ap-parent demise came as a sur-prise to Mayor Adam Salina.Not too long ago Salina hadheard that the six-team UFLwas set to become a publiclytraded company. “My as-

sumption was they were go-ing pretty strong,” the mayorsaid.

As it turned out, after justtwo years in existence, theUFL had lost more than $100million.

First-year Colonials coachJerry Glanville told The As-sociated Press he wasstunned to learn of the UFL’smoney woes.

“I’m kind of shocked,” the

All-Stars exceededexpectations

The Berlin Junior League All-Star baseball teamearned the District 5 and Sectional titles this summer.


The BerlinJ u n i o rLeague All-Star baseballteam rattled

off 12 straight victories thissummer en route to claimingthe District 5 and Sectionalchampionships.

Manager Dave Lea admitshe didn’t think that type ofrun was possible.

“A lot of them had neverplayed All-Stars before. Theones that did had seen littleplaying time,” Lea said of hisguys.

But the coach soon real-ized that he had a talented

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The team will practiceonce a week and will play a15-game schedule. There is afee to participate.

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Scalise-MayerThe 25th Annual Berlin

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and focused club. Lea and hisstaff “played to the kids’strength; put them in spotswhere they could succeed.And they did succeed.”

Berlin’s magical seasoncame to an end last week inthe state finals. The localswere swept by Burlington inthe best-of-three matchup.

“Leading up to the series,the games prior, we playedunbelievable. It was a nicerun,” Lea said.

The Berlin All-Stars wereRyan Lea, Brandon Carasiti,Dan Garofalo, Billy Conticel-lo, Drew Mals, Matt Kaczyns-ki, Jon Platosz, Dan Dunham,

Alec Norton, Anthony Sisti,David Bordonaro, MattWelch, Logan Taricani andKyle Wollman.

“All 14 kids had big hits,made big plays. Everyonecontributed, and I’m not justsaying that,” Coach Lea said.“The kids were all heart,every one of them.”

Lea was assisted by “twogreat baseball guys” — MattTaracani and Mark McLeod.

Also, Coach Lea said theteam received great supportfrom Berlin Little LeaguePresident Bill Petit, players’parents, and others.

ColonialsContinued from page 18

former NFL head man said.“The debt from last year iskilling the league, not any-thing from this year. You’vegot to pay the people you oweor you can’t keep on playing.”

This would have been theColonials second year in Con-necticut. In 2009, the Colo-nials, then the Sentinels,

played out of New York.Salina said the field-rental

money the town receivesfrom the Colonials is “not animmense amount” ($15,000),and isn’t the reason he wouldregret seeing the team go.

The mayor liked that Colo-nials practices were open tothe public, and that BHS foot-ball coaches were able to talkshop with the pro coaches.

“From a larger point of

view, I like seeing the Colo-nials. I went to a few of theirgames last year,” Salina said.“I think the UFL is a goodfeeder program. It’s like hav-ing the Rock Cats in yourbackyard. I think it’s goodgrowth for the region, in-cluding the town of Berlin …It’s good visibility for us.”

Salina expected to hearfrom Colonials managementsoon.

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Taylor Horton to Miguel R.Vega and Jhulisha A. Del-monte, 41 Belcher Hollow,$625,000.

Hatchery Brook LLC toWilliam and Lois Rustico, 20Streamside Lane, Unite 20,$363,000.

Heather L. Hollister andRichard P. Bihlmeyer to Salva-tore A. and Teresa A. Fushchi-no, 35 Brownstone Road,$328,000.

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Rebecca S. Martel-Kiss andStefan Kiss to Shelley L. La-paugh, 84 Juniper Lane,$285,000.

Toll CT LP to Andrew Sorbo,

16 Iris Way, Unit 16, $282,000.Craig R. and Sarah B. Hall

to Timothy R. and Lizabeth C.Sala, 66 Peach Tree Lane,$280,000.

Priscilla E. Eserina to PabloJ. Rodriguez, 270 New BritainRoad, Unit 4, $250,000.

Luca L. and Lisa Dimicheleto J Russo Custom HomeBuild, property on Savage HillRoad, Unit 12-1, $209,000.

Evelyn K. Gut Estate andMichael P. Gut to Alex A. Aliciaand Alice O’Neill, 160 LowerLane, $195,000.

CIL Dev. of Kensington toBrenda L. Crosby, 10 Main St.,Unit 106, $174,900.

Peter P. Mangone Estate toStephanie L. Carosielli andMargaret L. Banks, 100Grandview Ave., $170,000.

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KENSINGTONAdorable Bungalow in Kensington. Mainlevel is LR/center DR, 2 Bdrms. andkitchen. Second Level is one large Bdrm.New front porch, roof is 5 yrs. old.$199,900. Betsy Cooney 966-4296.

KENSINGTONBest priced sq. ft. in complex. 1102sq. ft. Master Suite Loft...Full bathplus 1/2 bath...Free StandingUnit...No Hallways...Must see$149,900. Dennis Phaneuf 944-0282.

KENSINGTONDesirable 1st level Ranch atKensington Woods. 2 Bdrms., 2 fullbths. Freshly painted. Excellent condi-tion. Just move right in..$179,900.Janice Vandrilla 209-6640.

KENSINGTONDon’t miss this immaculate, 3 bdrm./2 bth. Ranchin a great location! Home features spacious eat-inkitchen, LR w/FP, built-ins, nice patio. Hardwoodfloors thru-out. CA, newer wnds., Master w/fullbath, Additional 1,000 sq.ft. finished LL.$249,900.Angie Santoro 214-6384.

1211590

BERLIN - 2 NEWHOMES TO BE BUILT

on over 3 acres each. Over 200 feet off the road.Very private and wooded. Create your own “familycompound”. Homes w/4 bdrms. and 2 1/2 baths.Spacious kitchens with custom Birch cabinets &

granite. Upgraded trim and flooring package. Manyother details and extras. Water & Sewer. Priced inthe low 400’s. Call J. Russo Custom Homebuilders

for more info @ 860-212-2323.

CitizenReal Estate

Aug.4Thursday

Boy Scouts – Boy ScoutTroop 24 meets Thursdaysfrom 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at theCommunity Center. Stop inor call Joe Tedone at (860)828-0255.

Boy Scouts – Boy ScoutTroop 41, sponsored byBethany Covenant Church,meets Thursdays from 7:15to 8:30 p.m. at the church.For more information, call

Scoutmaster Joe Greco at(860) 828-8579 or [email protected].

5Friday

Movie Night – FamilyMovie Night in the Park isscheduled to show Despica-ble Me on Friday, Aug. 5 at 8p.m. at the Sage Park base-ball field. Admission is free,concessions are available forpurchase. Bring a blanket towatch this movie with yourfamily under the stars.

6Saturday

Historical Society Mu-seum – The Berlin Histori-cal Society Museum, corner

of Peck and Main Streets, isopen Saturdays from 1 to 4p.m. View new displays cele-brating “Laundry Day theOld Way”, vintage rag dolls,and “Grandma Aprons” inaddition to extensive perma-nent displays of tinware,

bricks, local industry,clocks, toys, street historiesand the Leather Man. Bringyour old Berlin photos to bescanned. Watch local historyinspired DVDs and shareyour memories.

7Sunday

Nutmeg Kart Club – TheNutmeg Kart Club, locatedinside the Berlin Fair-grounds, has scheduled arace for Sunday, Aug. 7. Noexperience is required. Spec-tators are welcome and ad-mission to the grandstand isfree. For more information,visit nutmegkart.com.

Earlier this summer, Cable and his siblingswere thrown out of a moving vehicle on theBerlin Turnpike. He and his sister survivedwhile another kitten was hit by a car. Cablesuffered a serious hip fracture during thisincident. He is doing well after extensivesurgery and will be up for adoption when heis fully recovered. Cable will be at PetSmartthis Sunday. You may call (860) 828-5287with any questions. Friends of Berlin AnimalControl plans to host a Meet & Greet SundayAug. 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the PetSmart in Plainville, 278 New Britain Ave. You areinvited to meet friendly, beautiful cats and kittens in need of loving, permanenthomes. Please bring vet and/or personal references if we are meeting you for thefirst time. Please call (860) 828-5287 for more information. If you would like to helpoffset the cost of Cable’s surgery, donations may be sent to Friends of Berlin Ani-mcal Control at: FOBAC, P.O. Box 1, Kensington, CT 06037.

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IMPOUNDED: Husky, vic.Chamberlain Hwy. Pit Bull, vic.Farmington Ave. Pair of blackcats, vic. High Rd. Berlin Ani-mal Control 860-828-7055

LOST Cat Very small black &white tuxedo. White whiskers,yellow/green eyes. Very skit-tish around humans. Answersto Cody. Last seen vic Whirl-wind Hill, Wlfd. If seen, pleasecall (203) 901-9908

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9Tuesday

Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256,chartered by the Kensington VolunteerFire Department, meets Tuesdayevenings at the Kensington firehouse.For information, call Ed Alicea, scout-master, (860) 828-8693.

Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44,chartered by the Berlin Lions, meetsTuesdays at 7 p.m. at BethanyCovenant Church. For information,call Troop Committee Chair at (860)829-1832.

Kensington-Berlin Rotary – TheKensington-Berlin Sunrise Rotary Clubmeets every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30a.m. at the Community Center. Guestsare invited to attend any meeting. Formore information, call Ryan Zelek at

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(860) 944-5222.

10Wednesday

Blood drive – The American RedCross has scheduled a blood drive forWednesday, Aug. 10 from noon to 5 p.m.at the VFW Post 10732, 152 Massirio Dr.To make an appointment, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (448-3543.)

19Friday

Blood drive – The American RedCross has scheduled a blood drive forFriday, Aug. 19 from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. atthe Rock Cats, Willowbrook Park Stadi-um in New Britain. To make an ap-pointment, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (448-3543.)

Parks and RecreationDog obedience

All dog obedience classes are sched-uled to be held at the former PistolCreek Golf Course, 300 Spruce BrookRd. Dog handlers should be at least 16years old. Classes are limited to 12 par-ticipants. For more information and toregister, call (860) 828-7009.

Kindergarten Puppy Training –The class is for puppies ages 2 ½months to 6 months old. Puppies workon leash walking and the come, sit anddown commands and also develop so-cial skills and confidence. Learn how topraise and correct your puppy appro-priately. Class also addresses problemslike chewing, housebreaking and cre-ates training. A six-foot leash is re-quired. First class is held without dogs.Bring a copy of your puppy’s currentvaccinations to the first class. Classesmeet on Thursdays, 6 to 7 p.m., fromSept. 8 to Oct. 20.

Basic Dog Obedience Course – Theclass covers basic commands for thefamily dog including sit, down, stay,heel, come and stand. Learn to praise,

correct and discipline your dog appro-priately. Dogs must be at least 6 monthsold. A six-foot leash if required. Firstclass is held without dogs. A copy ofyour dog’s current vaccinations includ-ing Bordetella is required at the firstclass. Classes meet on Tuesdays, 6 to 7p.m., from Sept. 6 to Oct. 18 and againfrom Nov. 1 to Dec. 13.

Better Basic Dog Obedience – Theclass is for dogs and handlers that havecompleted the Basic Dog Obedienceclass. Emphasis is on improving andsharpening the skills learned in basicclass. Class concentrates on the stay,heel, come and recall exercises. Wework with a greater level of distractionand on skills you and your dog needhelp on by giving more insight into yourdog’s behavior. A six-foot leash is re-quired. Learn to reward dogs with ver-bal and physical praise, not food. A copyof your dog’s vaccinations is requiredat the first class (if not already on filewith the instructor). Classes meet onMondays, 6 to 7 p.m., from Sept. 7 to Oct.12 and again from Nov. 2 to Dec. 7.

Lyla Marie LopezErin M. and Mike J. Lopez of

Norwood, Mass announce thebirth of their daughter LylaMarie on May 17, 2011 at New-ton-Wellesley Hospital.

Lyla’s grandparents arePatrick and Marie Heslin ofBerlin and Thomas and NancyLopez of Sudbury, Mass.

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OLDSMOBILE Cutlass Supreme1988 44K miles. Service byCivale Auto. Leaving for Col-lege. $1,300. 860-349-1588

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BUICK LeSabre 1993 Good con-dition. 4 door, pwr windows,door locks, cruise control. 135kmiles. $800. Call 203 284-0648or leave message.

CHEVROLET Cavalier 200262K miles. Automatic. Regulargas or natural gas. Runs great.

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EL Camino 1985 $4,000. 1994 30’Fleetwood Southwind MotorHome-$12,500. 36’ DutchmanTravel Trailer, slide out. $2000.1990 Fiber King Bomer BassBoat, 16’, 115 HP $3500. Hot tub,2 yrs old. Powerwasher, 3500psi, 7 HP Honda engine $450.203-376-3036 or 203-634-0627


HARLEY SPRINGER SOFT TAIL 1994Excellent!! Must see! Many extras.

203-915-9856

ROOMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMSHeat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kitprivileges, off-st park. $125/wk.+ sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823or www.Meridenrooms.com

MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util,share kit, bath & LR. Washer &dryer, off st parking. $125/week.2 wks sec. $50 key dep. (203)605-8591

NORTH HAVENMeadowstone Motel- Off I-91.Sat. TV. Short Stay/ Daily/Wkly

On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

STORES & OFFICESFOR RENT

KENSINGTON FOR SALE 355 Main St. 1750sq ft.

$398,000 or lease 875sq. ft$1000/mo. Frank Sataline RealEstate. (860) 828-8259

PLANTSVILLE - Small office orbusiness building. 2400 sf.Central air, detached garage.For rent or for sale.

Call (860) 621-2693

COMMERCIAL &INDUSTRIAL RENTALS

WALLINGFORD-$1,999,000Busy Rt-5 (North Colony Rd)commercial complex w/roomfor expansion, loads of parking,traffic light. Call Brian Miller at203-265-5618

MERIDEN Ind bldg for lease.2200 sf. 2 overhead garagedoors, 12’ high. Office w/bath-room. Shop w/bathroom. $850per mo. Triple net. 203-213-8154

HOUSES FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD-$260,000 Awe-some eastside location 9rmranch on cul-de-sac updatedkit 4BR, 2.5BA, fire pl, hugefam rm w/new lm fls, 2 car gar,CAIR, poss in-law, nice yard.Call Pat Burke 203-265-5618

MERIDEN-Make money workfor you. Your payment willbuild equity. This 3 familyoffers 8BRs, .3.3.2 Living rmw/character & wood floors. Eatin kitchen w/appliances & frontporch only $135,000. Call Sue F203-265-5618

APARTMENTSFOR RENT

MERIDEN- Downtown apt.Inclds BR, LR, kit, prvt bath.$675/mo Lease & sec dep

req’ d. No pets. 203-238-9772

MERIDEN- Nice 1BR, 72 NorthFirst St., Apt 4. Parking, appli-ances, $595. Credit, references.No pets. 203-238-1890

MERIDEN- Spacious 2BR, off st.parking. Quiet house. No pets.$850. 60 Pleasant St. 203-668-6066.

MERIDEN-1BR, 1st flr w/kit/LRcombo, wall to wall carpet/linoleum. Off st. parking. Exccond/loc. $650 + utils. 1st, last &1 mo. sec. No Pets. 860-663-1229

MERIDEN-1BR, 3rd flr, remod-eled, sep utils. Refs & goodcredit. $550/mo. Call JeffOwner /Agent 860-621-7503

MERIDEN-2 BR, 1st fl apt for rent.Very quiet area located nearpark. Fully remodeled aptw/washer & dryer incld. $1000/mo. Contact 203-631-6875

MERIDEN-2BR, 2nd floorAvailable now! No pets

$650 per monthSection 8 approved

203-427-7706MERIDEN. 1, 2 & 4 BR apts

starting at $750 monthly. Secu-rity & references required. CallRay Valenti, ReMax Profession-als 203-238-1977

MERIDEN. 2 BR, 4 rms, 1st flr,off st parking, nice yard, appl,laundry hook-ups. Available8/15. Section 8 welcome. $800plus security. 203-284-5843

MERIDEN. 4 RMS, stove &refrig, no pets, parking. Call(203) 634-6064

SOUTHINGTON Updated 1 BR,1st fl. Very Clean. Appliances.

Off st parking. No utilities. No pets. Sec & refs. $595/mo. (860) 621-4463 (860) 302-6051

SOUTHINGTON-Approx Sept 1avail 2BR, LR, kit w/refrig &range, 1st flr, W/D hkup, amplestorage, off-st-park, quietneighborhood. No pets/smok-ing. $850+utils. 860-628-8386

WALLINGFORD - 1BR, Centerof town. Off st. parking. Nopets. $875 incl. utils. 203-265-2856 or 203-915-9919

WALLINGFORD - 3rd flr, 2BR,big kitchen, & den, nearChoate. W/D hookup. Backyard. No smoking/no pets.$750. Call 203-988-6591

WALLINGFORD 1BR, very neat& very clean. Appls, laundryhookups, Off st parking. 1yearlease. No pets/smoking. $775.203-631-5219

WALLINGFORD-1BR apt start-ing at $750 including heat &HW. No pets. JJ Bennett 203-265-7101

WALLINGFORD-3rd flr, 2BR,near library. No smoking/pets.Sec dep. Refs req’d. $800/mo +utils. 203-269-1426

WALLINGFORD-Apts for rent.1BR & 3BR. Avail Sept 1st.Refrig, stove incld. Nopets/smoking. Sec & refs.$725-$1000. Paul 203-269-6348

WALLINGFORD. ONE bedroom,downtown, renovated, $750/month. Call 203-284-0212

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Com-mons, spacious 1 & 2BR units.$725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

ROOMMATES

WLFD I-91, X15. Share 4 BR Hsew/div’d prof. engr. Air, cable,internet, garage, storage, in-grnd pool. No smoke. Pets pos-sible. $1400. 203-427-7563

APARTMENTSFOR RENT

MER 1BR, Very large, 1st Fl apt.Large kitchen. Renovated,appliances, AC, coin op laun-dry. Heat & HW incl. No pets.$895/mo + sec. (203) 626-2320

MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat,Elec, HW. East Side, 2nd fl studio$180/wk+sec. 1BR, 3rd fl,$845/mo+sec. 12pm-8pm 203-630-3823 or Meridenrooms.comMERIDEN - 2 BR Apartment

In a private 2 family. First Floor. New kitchen.

Private yard. $775 per month.Call 860-523-0504

MERIDEN - 2 BR Hubbard Parkarea. Central Air/Heat.

775 W. Main St. $925/mo. +utils. No pets. Call Chino203-440-3483 or 203-296-4975

MERIDEN - 3BR apts, 1st flr,$950 & 2nd flr, $875. Stove &refrig. incl. Small pet ok. 203-237-8384 or 203-623-5033

MERIDEN - Spacious 5 rm,2bedrm, 2nd floor, stove, ref.w/d hookup, front porch, lrg.yard. Clean, nice area. $825/mo. 860-690-5555

MMEERRIIDDEENN 11 BBRR,, 22 BBRR && SSttuuddiiooStarting at $595 per month.

Heat & HW incl. Off street parking

203-886-7016MERIDEN 1 BR, 2nd fl. Private

entrance. Excellent condition.$625 plus utilities. Two monthssecurity. (860) 338-3475

MERIDEN 1 BR, Broad Street.Near monument. Skylight,Sunken DR & Kitchen. Hdwd flrs.Decorative FP. $725. Call 203-213-8833.

MMEERRIIDDEENN 1023 Old Colony Rd.

22 BBRRStarting at $800

Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking.203-639-8751

MERIDEN 2 BR - 2nd FloorSo Colony St. Updated. Attic

storage. WD hookups. Yard. Nopets. Separate utilities. $800/month + security. 203-809-4627

MERIDEN 2 BR apt. Quiet area.2nd FL, stove & frig. $800 mo +sec. Off st parking. Section 8approved. Near I95 & 691. 203-589-1147 or 203-626-5714MERIDEN 3BR - Huge, First Fl.

Hardwood flrs. Stove, Refrig,Washer and Dryer included.

Section 8 approved. $1100/mo 203-314-4978

MERIDEN 3BR. $850+utilities.84 South First St. Off st park.No pets. Sec, refs. Call Lisa203-935-6612 or 203-537-6137

MERIDEN 465 Crown StreetLrg. 1 BR, Heat & Hot Water. Off street parking. On site laun-dry. A/C. No pets. $650/moplus deposit. 203-639-8073.

MERIDEN Unique 2 BR, 3rd Fl.Randolph Ave. Off st parking.$675 per month. 2 mos securityplus application fee req. Nopets. Call 203-284-0597

MERIDEN- 2BR Apt $750, 3BR$900. Crown St. No utilitiesincl. 1 mo. sec. req. Section 8approved. Available immedi-ately! 203-815-5399

MERIDEN- 3 BR, 6 RMS, 2nd flr,504 E. Main. Clean, convenient,nice. Appls w/W/D incl. AvailSept. $1000. 203-686-1987 or203-427-7990 No pets.

MERIDEN- A Must see! Spa-cious 4BR, 2nd flr duplex. Eat inkitchen, hdwd flrs, carpet on2nd flr. $1175. Call 203-996-9810

WANTED TO BUY

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass.

Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

203-238-34992ND GENERATION

Buys old toys, lamps, jewelry,pottery, Estate items, glass,China, sterling. 203-639-1002

Always Buying 1 Item to theEntire Contents of EstatesAntique, Gold, Costume

Jewelry, Furniture & So Forth.Call or stop by Frank’s,

18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-379-8731 or 203-284-3786

Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm

Always Buying, Old, used andantique handtools. Carpen-try, Machinist, Engravingand Workbench tools. If youhave old or used tools thatare no longer being used,call with confidence. Fair &friendly offers made in yourhome. Please call Cory

860-613-1108

OOLLDD BBIICCYYCCLLEESSDon’t throw away that old bike.

Hobbyman needs your help. Freepickup! Bikes will be recycled.Help save a bike! 203-494-9641

WANTED Antiques & Old StuffLooking for old tools, toys,glassware, anything. 1 item orentire estate. Highest pricespaid. Dave 860-463-4359

HOUSES FOR RENT

MERIDEN 3BR, 2 bath. Built2006. Cath ceiling, Cental air, 2car garage. Credit check & secrequired $1800/mo. 1 yr lease203-376-3084

MERIDEN. 2 BR Townhouse and2 BR Ranch avail. starting at$1100. Sec & ref. Call RayValenti, 203-238-1977. ReMaxProfessionals.

MERIDEN. Rent now, buy later.4 BR, 3 1/2 bath East sidehome. Over 2500 sq. ft. Call fordetails Ray Valenti, 203-238-1977. ReMax Professionals.

WALLINGFORD - Single FamilyHouse W/ 2 BR, 2 BA, 2 car Gar.Includes dishwasher, fridge,stove, washer/dryer. $1500/Mo. 203-294-1488

WALLINGFORD-1BR, prvt park-ing & good size yard. 730 sq. ft.Prvt location. $900/mo.+sec &1st month rent. Call 203-668-9024 or 203-265-1278

CONDOMINIUMSFOR RENT

MERIDEN Sterling Village 2BR.PETS OK. Avail now! $1275+utils & dep. Call Carmine @203-273-7630

APARTMENTSFOR RENT

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Studio & 1 Bedroom AptsAffordable apts for qualifiedapplicants 50 yrs of age or older

Small pets acceptedPlease call 860-621-3954

TTY 711

MER 1BR, 2nd fl, new carpeting,W. Side, prvt backyard, +2attic rms, Washer, dryer, stove& refrig, incld. $845/mo+sec.12pm-8pm Call 203-630-3823

FURNITURE &APPLIANCES

18” Frigidaire Black dishwasherwith rinse aid. $100. Call 860-919-0942.

DR hutch & 8 chairs, $1200;Wooden swingset, $275; BowflexX-treme 2, $400; washed oak crib& mattress, $99; Futon, $125;Suede-like chaisse, $125; couplesmall tables, $40 each; china &silverware. Call 203-516-1425

PIER 1 Imports chest dark wood$75.00. Open wooden shelves,with 2 corner shelves $75 &Rowenta commerical steamer,$75. Call 203-530-9843

SHARP Carousel ConvectionMicrowave Oven, like new.Excellent Condition. Asking$200. Please call 860-628-2084.

THREE PIECE Antique whitewicker furniture set: rock-ing chair, sofa and chair.Excellent condition. $200.For information, call (203)238-2460 after 3:30 p.m.

MISCELLANEOUSFOR SALE

2 BOXES Cedar shingles. Someprimed. Some shorts. $40 com-plete. (203) 269-8925

FOR sale 1 roll .44 cent stampsunopened. will sell whole reelat half price. thats 10000stamps. call 860-517-9295

JJEETT DDRRUUMM SSAANNDDEERRModel 10-20 Plus

REDUCED TO $300((220033)) 223388--22446600

LOVESEAT FREE. 32 100yr oldcrystal glasses, $200/OBO. Oldmanual Underwood typewriter,$20, antique mirror w/coathangers, $15. (4)wicker place-mats, $10. Call 860-621-0270

MOVING SALE! Pool table, reg-ulation size, $1000 firm; Bud-weiser pool table light, $500firm. 3 pc entertainment cen-ter, Brazilian wood, orig,$1500; asking $475/bo. Call203-213-0873

SIRIUS Sprt Rplay radio w/dockstation, hm cradle, car hrdwire.$25. 860 628-8811

SPORTING GOODS &HEALTH

EXERCISE EquipmentWeslo Aero 750 Exercise Bike

$15Lifestyler by Health Rider

$15(203) 265-0300

FITNESS Equipment For sale,new and used. Treadmills, Ellit-ical, Bikes, Free Weights, Multi-stations. 203-288-0407

ANTIQUES &COLLECTIBLES

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WANTED TO BUY

1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE

$$$ CA$H $$$Estate sale service provided.

Seeking: Antiques, Meriden-made items, lamps, paintings.

CCaallll TToodddd SShhaammoocckk 220033--223377--33002255

BOATS & MOTORS

14FT alum Starcraft boat w/coxe-z load trailer, 6HP Johnsonmotor, (2) elec. motors 17lbs &54lbs thrust, all accessories.$2,500. 203-269-3701

15-FOOT Grumman AluminumCanoe. Good condition. Pad-dles, life vests, anchor. $475,cash only. 203-634-0091.

2003 Key West 17 FtCenter Console. 50 HP, Four

Stroke Yamaha. All ElectronicsPlus Roll On Trailer. $9900.00.

(203) 235-7641

PETS & LIVESTOCK

BASSET HOUND Puppies forsale, serious inquiries only. Call203-238-1600

BULLDOGS, BOXERS, BostonTerrier, Chihuahuas, Yorkie,Shih-Tzu, Poodle mixes, BullMastiff, Yorkie-Poo. $350+.

Call 860-930-4001FOR SALE One Male Yorkie

1 1/2 years old, neutered - $300. One Female Mini SchnauzerSpayed, with papers - $600.

One Male Shih-Tzu,6 years old, neutered - $300.

Can’t keep. 203-639-1162GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies,

Top quality. Working lines. 2sable males, 1 solid black female.Shots, dewormed, tattoed. AKCreg. $1200. Guaranteed. Seriousinquiries please. (860) 655-0889HORSE LOVERS EXCEPTIONALRiding opportunity in exchange

for 6-8 hours per week. AM and PM time needed.

203-213-8833 or 203-272-6593RAGDOLL kittens, Blue-eyed

beauties, TICA-SBT Reg. Seals,Blues, Flames & Bi Colors.Vet checked - Ready to go!

$450. 860-329-9893

LAWN & GARDEN

OLDER Wheel Horse 13 HPKawasaki 36” Cut, Bagger- $300.6.5 HP Toro Mower, Mulcher $90Small Tiller 2 Cyl- $75. 203-237-6645 or 203-631-1938

CONSTRUCTION EQUIP& TOOLS

JJEETT DDRRUUMM SSAANNDDEERRModel 10-20 Plus

REDUCED TO $300((220033)) 223388--22446600

FURNITURE &APPLIANCES

AAFFFFOORRDDAABBLLEEWashers, Dryers,

Refrigerators and Stoves.

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AUTOMOBILESWANTED

BBUUYYIINNGG JUNK VEHICLESCars, trucks, motorcyclesPaying Cash! Free pickup

203-631-0800 or 203-630-2510

CASH And/Or Tax deductionfor your vehicle. Call

TThhee JJeewwiisshh CChhiillddrreennssFFuunndd

11--880000--552277--33886633FFrreeee TToowwiinngg!!MOTORCYCLESATV’S, ETC.

2002 HARLEY DAVIDSONSPORTSTER 883

8,000 mls. Exc cond! Must See!$3,999 or best offer.

Call 860-877-5270

HARLEY-DAVIDSONFLHRCI Road King Cl 2006

1450 dual cam. Reinhard TDpipes, PwrCmdr, Big Suckerintake. 10000 miles. Rear seatback support. Factory security.Laced wheels. Stock pipesincluded and Arlen Ness ECM.$13,500. John (203) 265-3147

AUTO PARTS

TOYOTA CAMRY 1998-00 bodykit, primed $250. Factorybumpers, front & back $150.Bumper bra $75. Chevy Tirerimes, 6 lugs, P235/750R15, 4tires, $200. 203-530-5293

CAMPER & TRAILERS

SKAMPER 1972 Pop up - 8x12,Sleeps 6. No rot, no leaks. Towsgreat. 5K miles on replacedwheel bearings. 8/20 tires.Must sell this year! $500 orbest offer. (203) 265-7744

Is yourmerchandise"blending in?"Placing a Marketplace adis an easy and affordableway to whip up someinterest among potentialbuyers. What are youwaiting for? Contact ustoday and start turning thestuff you don’t want intosomething you do want:

cash!GET THINGS MOVING

WITH THE MARKETPLACE!

26 The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, August 4, 2011

SIDING

VV.. NNAANNFFIITTOOSiding, Roofing, Windows, Decks

Remodeling GuttersCT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634

FIDERIO & SONSSiding, roofing, windows,

decks, sunrooms, additions.

203-237-0350CT Reg. #516790

CPI HOME IMPROVEMENTHIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price

Siding ● Roofing Windows ●Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters

Addtions ●Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

SNOW PLOWING

CCoommmmeerrcciiaall PPlloowwiinnggParking lots, condos, industrial.

Loader/Salt. wwwwww..qqllssllllcc..ccoommQuality Landscaping, LLC. Jim203-537-2588 or 860-349-2118

TOP SOILSAND & FILL

HAZELWOOD EXCAVATINGDry farm screened topsoil

and colored mulch. 220033--226699--00113355

FILL, Topsoil & Trucking Available. Call 860-346-3226

TREE SERVICES

YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.comFair, reasonable. Free estimates.

Reg. Insured. 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159

T.L.G. LANDSCAPING: Stone, mulch, topsoil. Meticu-lous Lawn mowing. Hedgetrimming/pruning. Spring/ Fallcleanups. Landscape installa-tion. Walkways/ patios. 860-302-6220 HIC #0630132/Ins.

LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE

IN BUSINESS 30 YRS.Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates.Fully insured. 203-294-1775lavignestreeservicellc.com

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GARY WODATCH LLCTree Removal, All calls returnedReg #0620397. Quick courteousservice. Office 203-235-7723 orCell 860-558-5430

ROOFING

SUMMER Specials- Roofing,Siding, Windows. We do it all.ALEX Home Improvement. Freeest. 203-631-8810 CT#583177

P-N-P Roofing, Siding, Decks,Gutters, Windows & Repairs. 20yrs exp. Se Habla Espanol.Fully Ins. Reg #607007 P. Muniz203-213-6232 or 203-238-3131

HHIIGGHHLLAANNDDCCOONNTTRRAACCTTOORR..CCOOMMRoofing, Siding & Gutters

Residential/Commerical.CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

GonzalezConstruction

★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★

Roofing, siding, windows, decks,

gutters & remodeling. ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★★

220033--663399--00003322Fully license/insured.

CT Reg# 577319

FIDERIO & SONSSiding, roofing, windows, decks,

sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790

CPI HOME IMPROVEMENTHIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price

Siding ● Roofing Windows ●Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters

Addtions ●Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

C&M CONSTRUCTIONTo ensure a quality job

at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

SERVICES OFFERED

Cornerstone FFeennccee & Orna-mental Gates. All types offence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert.Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

SIDING

RROOOOFFSS RR UUSSSiding, roofs, windows, decks,

remodeling, additions. Familyrun 1949. BBB A+ rating. Creditcards. Show us competitor’squote - we will beat it! 203-715-8850 #573358

Gonzalez Construction

Roofing, siding, windows, decks,gutters & remodeling.

203-639-0032 Fully licensed/insured.

CT Reg.# 577319

MASONRY

W. BOOBER MASONRY25 yrs exp in all types of masonry.

CT Reg # 0626708Call 203-235-4139

S & H MASONRY LLCStonewalls, steps, chimneys,

concrete, retaining walls, FPs, Lic/Ins. #607639. 220033--337766--00335555

PAINTING/WALLPAPERING

RAINBOW PAINTINGRental Property re-paints, int, ext,

commercial. Popcorn ceilingrepairs, smoke damage. Power-washing, wallpaper removal.Quality work at fair prices.HIC#0564831 Scott 203-623-2941

PAVING

MMIIDDSSTTAATTEE PPAAVVIINNGGDRIVEWAYS

12 inch gravel sub-baseCT 575852 220033--223388--11770088

DD && GG PPAAVVIINNGGOver 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal

coating, concrete work. CTReg#0577005. 203-237-6058

PLUMBING

MEDINA SSeewweerr && DDrraaiinnCClleeaanniinngg SSeerrvviicceess LLLLCC.

Quality work at affordableprices. 24hr srv.

BBeennnnyy MMeeddiinnaa 220033--990099--11009999

DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low ratesMajor credit cards accptd. 203-379-8944 lic. #283401 P1

POWER WASHING

TThhee PPoowweerrwwaasshhiinngg KKiinnggssOthers Wash - We Clean!

203-631-3777 860-839-1000thepowerwashingkings.com

PPOOWWEERR WWAASSHHIINNGGIs Spring cleaning

On the outside. FREE ESTIMATES.

Call Kevin 203-440-3279

ROOFING

VV.. NNAANNFFIITTOORoofing, Siding, Windows, Decks

Remodeling GuttersCT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634

RROOOOFFSS RR UUSSRoofing, siding, decks, windows,

remodeling. Family run 1949.BBB A+ rating. Credit cards.Show us competitor’s quote - wewill beat it! 203-715-8850#573358

LANDSCAPING

YARD CLEANUPS, Hedge trim-ming, brush & small treeremoval. Odd jobs. Dump Runs.Junk Removal. Don 203-235-1318

WWEE WWEEEEDD GGAARRDDEENNSSNorm the Gardener’s

3-man crew is only $65/hr. CT Reg#571339 (203) 265-1460

T.L.G. LANDSCAPING: Stone, mulch, topsoil. Meticu-lous Lawn mowing. Hedgetrimming/pruning. Spring/ Fallcleanups. Landscape installa-tion. Walkways/ patios. 860-302-6220 HIC #0630132/Ins.

RETAINING Walls, Paver Walk-ways and Patios. Licensed andinsured. Free estimates.CT#615434 For all your land-scape needs call 203-927-2681

JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLCShrub & tree pruning, all your

landscaping needs. Top Qual-ity Work. Fully Licensed &insured. 203-213-6528

CT Reg #616311

IF YOU MENTION THIS ADYard Clean-Ups. Clean Estates,Home, Attic, Bsmnt, Garage,Appliances, Furniture. Free est.

203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

HHEEDDGGEE TTRRIIMMMMIINNGGNo Hedge/shrub too big, small or

tall. Fully Ins. Free estimates. Quality Landscaping, LLC.

wwwwww..qquuaalliittyyllaannddssccaappiinnggcctt..ccoommJim 203-537-2588

HHEEDDGGEE TTRRIIMMMMIINNGGMowing, clean-ups, mulch,

brush, pricker & small treeremoval. Trim hedges. CleanGutters & Power wash. 203-530-4447.

GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs.Hedge/tree trim., trimming overgrown properties. Est 1985. Allcalls returned. #0620397. Office203-235-7723 cell 860-558-5430

COMMERCIAL and ResidentialSpring Clean Up, Aerating &

Dethatching , Mowing. Much more. Lic & insured.

CT#615434. (203) 927-2681

A-1 LANDSCAPING Clean ups, hedge trimming, tree

service, masonry, mulching, gar-dening. Immediate service avail.203-706-2347 CT Reg #612706

GUTTERS

GGUUTTTTEERRSS DDOONN’’TT WWOORRKKIIFF TTHHEEYY’’RREE DDIIRRTTYY

For gutter cleaning, call Kevin at (203) 440-3279

Fully insured. CT Reg. #569127.

HANDYPERSONS

AA--11 HHAANNDDYYMMAANNPPLLUUSSCT Reg #606277.

Give us a Call - WE DO IT ALL!Free estimates. 203-631-1325

HEATING & COOLING

DON’T Wait til it’s too late.Annual AC tune-up. CallDuane Co. Quality work.Major credit cards. Low rates.203-379-8944 #400335-S1

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTIONAdditions, garages, remodeling,kitchens, bathrms, basements,decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d.203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880

HOUSE CLEANING

POLISH/ENGLISH speakingwoman to clean house w/care.2nd cleaning 50% off. Ins &bonded. Refs. 860-538-4885

ANNA’S Special Cleanings.Summer Discounts. Com &Res. 50% off 2nd cleaning. CallAnna 860-505-7720

JUNK REMOVAL

Pete In The PickupJunk Removal & Odd Jobs

203-886-5110

JUNK REMOVAL & MORE!We clean Estates, Homes, Attics,

Bsmt, Gar, Yard, Appliances***FREE ESTIMATES***

203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

A-1 JUNK REMOVALMoving Services. Cheapest prices

guaranteed. Available 24/7.Immed service available.

(203) 706-2347 CT Reg #612706

KITCHEN & BATHREMODELING

C&M CONSTRUCTIONTo ensure a quality job

at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

CARPENTRY

J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTIONAdditions, garages, remodeling,kitchens, bathrms, basements,decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d.203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880

CONCRETE & CEMENT

COMPLETE CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION SERVICESVViissiitt wwwwww..iicceeffiigghhtteerrss..oorrgg

(203) 294-9889 CT#612218

DRIVEWAYS

MMIIDDSSTTAATTEE PPAAVVIINNGGDRIVEWAYS

12 inch gravel sub-baseCT 575852 220033--223388--11770088

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLCAll Phases of Electrical Work

24 hr. Emergency Service SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122

EXCAVATING

KK && AA EENNTTEERRPPRRIISSEESSWater & sewer lines, ingroundtank removal, drainage, grad-ing, additions, pavers. Insured.Reg# 571435 203-379-0193

FENCING

Cornerstone FFeennccee & Orna-mental Gates. All types offence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert.Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

GUTTERS

Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates.

Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

HHIIGGHHLLAANNDDCCOONNTTRRAACCTTOORR..CCOOMMSeamless Gutters/Downspouts

Gutter cleaning/repairsNo Job Too Small.

CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

ATTIC & BASEMENTSCLEANED

Pete In The PickupJunk Removal & Odd Jobs

203-886-5110

GARY Wodatch Demolition Ser-vices. Sheds, pools, decks,garages, concrete walks, patios,Quick, courteous srv. All callsreturned. Ins. #566326. Office203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

GARY Wodatch Debris removal ofany kind. Homeowner’s, contrac-tor’s, small dumpsters avail.Quick, courteous srv. All callsreturned. Ins. #566326. Office203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

CARPENTRY

REPAIRS Large or Small entrydoor & window replacementdone by owner, also provideadditions, finish basments,deck & complete homeimprovements. Free est. 203-238-1449 CT REG. #578107www.marceljcharpentier.com

We regret that we will notbe responsible for morethan ONE incorrectinsertion and only for thatportion of the ad that mayhave been renderedvalueless by such anerror.

PLEASECHECK YOUR

ADThis newspaper makesevery effort to avoiderrors in advertisements.Each ad is carefullychecked and proofread,but when you handlethousands of ads,mistakes do slip through.We ask therefore, thatyou check your ad on theFIRST day of publication.If you find an error, reportit to the

MarketplaceIMMEDIATELY

by calling

203-238-1953before 5pm Mon-Fri


MEDICAL CAREERSMEDICAL CAREERSNurse Aide and Patient Care Technicians

MidState Medical CenterMidState Medical Center is a progressive community hospital withan opening for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to work inour "team-oriented" environment. We are committed to creating aworkplace that thrives on caring, respect and teamwork.

Specialty area opportunities:Telemetry: Monitoring of all telemetry patients; some recept duties

will be required.ED:Patient Care Technician: requires EKG and Phlebotomy

experience

QUALIFICATIONS: At least one year of CNA experience and/orMedical Assisting is preferred. High school diploma required. CPRvalidation within 3 months of hire is required. Experience with com-fort measures, collecting vital signs, EKG's, phlebotomy as well asblood glucose monitoring. Must be able to speak, read and writeEnglish, perform basic arithmetic, and possess basic keyboardingskills to enter patient related data into computer.

For more information about MidState Medical Center,and to apply on line visit our website at www.midstatemedical.org

Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer

PPeerr DDiieemm PPhhaarrmmaacciissttThis position will provide pharmaceutical care consistent with safe,effective medication usage. RREEQQUUIIRREEMMEENNTTSS:: current CT licensure, previous hospital pharmacyexperience highly desirable. Weekdays and weekends.

PPeerr DDiieemm PPhhaarrmmaaccyy TTeecchhnniicciiaannThis position will assist the pharmacist prepare and dispense medica-tion, will receive and store incoming supplies, maintain inventoryrecords online, and other duties as may be assigned. RREEQQUUIIRREEMMEENNTTSS:: high school diploma, minimally and relevant trainingand experience.

Gaylord Hospital is a not-for-profit long term acute care hospital spe-cializing in the treatment of medically complex patients, rehabilitationand sleep medicine. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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or mail to

PP..OO.. BBooxx 440000,, WWaalllliinnggffoorrdd,, CCTT 0066449922

MEDICAL RECEPTIONISTNeeded for busy pediatric

office. Experience preferred.Must be able to multi-task. Fax resume to: 203-265-3321

NNuurrssiinngg LLeeaaddeerrsshhiippOOppppoorrttuunniittiieess

Elim Park Baptist Home isnow hiring an RN Managerfor a 30 bed Subacute RehabUnit and a Quality/Compli-ance Nurse Manager. Bothopenings are FT, day shiftpositions. RN license in goodstanding req'd, BSN pre-ferred.

RRNN NNuurrssee MMaannaaggeerrAccountable for the planning,organizing, developing, anddirecting of Nursing Servicesfor our short term/subacuteunit. Supervisory exp. in along term or rehab facility.QQuuaalliittyy//CCoommpplliiaannccee

NNuurrssee MMaannaaggeerrResponsible for the planning,coordination, and implemen-tion of the nursing depart-ment's quality improvementprograms and State and Fed-eral regulatory compliance.Develop and lead initiativesfocused on quality patientcare. 3+ years clinical exp.req'd, supervisory exp. pre-ferred.Apply in person Elim Park Bap-tist Home, 140 Cook Hill Road,Cheshire, CT weekdays 8a-7p,weekends 10a-3p e-mail:[email protected] orfax resume with cover letterand salary requirements to203-271-7794.

No Phone callsEOA,A/A,D/V,M/F

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST-Related Services

Easter Seals Rehabilitation of Cen-tral CT has an immediate open-ing for a full time OTR/L(35hrs/per week) in a localschool district. Experience inrelated services preferred. Com-prehensive benefit package. Forinformation call 203-237-1448,extension 23 or email:

[email protected]

RECREATION/TRDCurrently seeking a Certified

Therapeutic Recreation Thera-pist. Candidate must have a CTcert. or AS/BS degree in Recre-ation OR be enrolled in a Thera-peutic Recreation CT Cert. Pro-gram. MDS 3.0 knowledge a plus.

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Nucor Steel Connecticut is looking for aRolling Mill Metallurgist

Duties will include ensuring a safe work environ-ment, working effectively with other departments(Sales, Production, Shipping, Mesh Plant, etc.) oninventory and quality issues of Wire Rod and Rebar,Oversee the daily mechanical testing and inspectionof Wire Rod and Rebar. Monitor and control the sta-tus of non-conforming Wire Rod and Rebar. Trainand evaluate the competence of Rolling Mill QAInspectors.

Champion process, quality, and cost improve-ments. Work with customers to resolve issues andfurther develop Nucor's business.

Individuals interested in learning more aboutNucor Steel Connecticut should register athttp://www.nucor.com/careers/opportunitiesand be prepared to complete a brief questionnaireand submit resume.

EDUCATIONCHESHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TEACHER ASSISTANTHIGH SCHOOL LEVEL

Monitor students during lunch and on the playground.3 hours per day, 5 days a week.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed oraland/or written instructions; to relate to students,staff and the public in a courteous manner. CLOSING DATE: August 17, 2011 (4:00 P.M)

Send Letter of Intent & Current Resume:Cheshire Public Schools

Human Resources29 Main Street

Cheshire, CT 06410

HELP WANTED

TEST SHOOTERTemp., PT/FT Position forBallistics Lab Asst. Shootingand reloading, experiencehelpful but not required.

Apply in person at:Lyman Products Corp.

475 Smith StreetMiddletown, CT 06457

HELP WANTED

BBAARRNN Help Needed Must haveexperience. Sunday-Thursday.Morning hours. 203-213-2798

P/TIME Office/Receptionist Wlfd Car Dealership

(203) 284-8989 Fax 203-269-1114

ROOFERS-& Roofing Sheet MetalMechanics. EPDM exp a must.Apply in person ready to work atQuality Roofing Systems, 599Island Lane, West Haven

HELP WANTED

GENERAL OFFICEKogut Nursery, LLC is looking for a

conscientious, detail orientedperson with the ability to multi-task. Applicant must have expwith Quickbooks. General officeduties including AP, payroll, bankreconciliations, customer serv-ice, answering phones, orderentry & filing. Fax resumes to:

203-235-8730 or e-mail:[email protected]

HELP WANTED

ELECTRICAL Panel Assembly/Machinery Wiring. Exp nec.Call for more info 860-349-1788or fax resume 860-349-9949

HELP WANTED

DRIVER/LABORERw/Class A CDL license

Exp. in asphalt paving a plusCall 203-294-0657

DRIVER/SCHOOL BUSDATTCO, a leader in the school

bus transportation industry, isnow accepting applications forP/T school bus drivers. CDL aplus but not a must. We willprovide the training you needto be successful. Excellentstarting pay and opportunityfor advancement. Apply inperson @ 131 Tuttle Road, Mid-dletown. AA/EOE

GeneralOOppeenn ffoorr NNeeww HHiirreess!!

Co. expansion into Central CThas alot of new openings in

Customer ServiceRetail

Call CenterSales

Immediate interviewsare being held on

first come first serve basisCCaallll 886600--332299--00331166

MANUFACTURING POSITIONS

TTiigg WWeellddeerr, Aerospace 5yrexp, Brazing exp also helpful.

TTooooll MMaakkeerr, 5yr exp ManualMill, Lathe, protrac exp

Solid Growth PotentialEmail:

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AUTO Body Tech and/or PainterClean, modern shop. Greatbenefits. Mon-Fri 8-5. ContactMallory (860) 747-8102

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANNEW REPAIR FACILITY SEEKING

EXPERIENCED TECH. ASE CERTIFIED.

CALL 860-301-0980.

CHILD care ctr in Southingtonhas PT and FT positions with allages. Center exp and/or ECEcred pref. E-mail resume [email protected] call Michelle weekdays at860-628-5524.

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If you enjoy working with childrenand have an interest in photogra-phy, we’ll train you to assist ortake high quality school portraits.Paid training, benefits, fun work-ing environment, seasonal workduring the school year, earlymornings. Please call 860-628-3920 ext. 17

No experience necessary!

DIESEL MECHANIC - Full Time,5 Years Exp. Repair all types ofequipment. Fax resume to 203-238-9512

HOUSES FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD-Priced to SellIn-town 3BR, 1.5 bath renovated

two story home● Walk-up attic/full basement● 2 car garage● All hardwood floors

new windows, roof, electrical● 5 year old furnace● Updated bathrooms

Move in Condition-Must See$189,000 Call 203-265-1070

CONDOMINIUMSFOR SALE

MMEERRIIDDEENN Spring Village Phase2. New 1726 SF. Townhousew/3BR, 2.5BA, huge LR, 2 cargar, trek deck. Starts at$220,000. Galleria RE Call203-671-2223.

MOBILE HOMESFOR SALE

YALESVILLE-Loring CourtOlder updated mobile homew/6ft pull-out. By owner. Forinfo call 203-265-4452

VACATION &RECREATION PROP.

BLOCK IslandFor sale by owner. Two timeshares. For information,

call (860) 828-5788 after 6 pm.

HELP WANTED

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CCRREEDDIITT AANNAALLYYSSTTNew England Bank, a local com-

munity bank, is looking for aCommercial Credit Analyst towork at the Bristol Office.Candidate must be a self-starter with sound communica-tion and high analytical skills,computer literacy and abilityto write very well and multi-task with attention to details.Requirements would include:two to five years minimumexperience in commercialcredit analysis work and/orCommercial Lending, with anunderstanding of C&I and CREanalysis, Bachelors degreewith a Major in Finance orBusiness Administration.Competitive compensationpackage, 401K, medical insur-ance and more. Please fax orsend resume to New EnglandBank, PO Box 1279, Enfield, CT06083-1279, Attention: HR, orFax 860-253-4038. All applica-tions and inquiries held in con-fidence. An equal opportunityemployer.

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