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Ttovon Ttime %ties March 12,1998 Vol. 54 No. 11 PUBLISHED BY PRIME PUBLISHERS, INC. 36 Pages Price 75 cents Tow\ \nes Serving Watertown and Oakville Since 1947 Town Times Design of new school up first on agendas by Susan Faber which included members of town Details of the design of the new organ izations.school parentgroups, Pre-K toGrade 2 elementary school teachers, principals and those who will be presented at several upcom- spearheaded the initial funding for ing meetings, according to town and school officials. (Continued on page 9) On Wednesday, March 18 at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall Annex, 424 HIZZONOR! Main Street, designers from the architectural firm of Fletcher Th- ompson will present the design concept of the school's interior to members of the town's Public Buildings Committee. The presen- tation will be made at the commit- tee's regular meeting, according to Acting Town Manager Chuck Frigon, who said information on carpeting and colors will be pro- FIFERS GREAT AND SMALL: The fife lines of the Col. John Chester Drum Corps ofWethersfieldare a study vided. in concentration as they play for the judges Sunday afternoon in the main gym during the Individuals. Duets The Board of Education's New and Quartets Competition hosted by the Oakville-Watertown Drum Corps at Swift Junior High School in School Committee will hear the Oakville. The eventwas heldunder the auspicesofthe ConnecticutFifers &Drummers Association.—Times same presentation from the archi- tects on Tuesday, March 24, at 7 Jack Barrett Photo, Valuckas p.m. in thePolkSchool music room, 435 Buckingham Street, Oakville. Barrett is 'mayor' Committee members include Mary Ann Rosa, Gary Bemier, Bernard on St. Patty's Turkey Brook neighbors keep vigil for relief Beauchamp and Denise Russ. Also John Joseph Aloysius Barrett, attending the meeting will be owner of the Davis Street Package by Susan Faber However.residentscomplained thatwideningthebrook Store in Oakville, will be "Mayor The Turkey Brook flood control project is on track members of the former New School would remove too much of their land and the project Coalition Committee, a group for the Day" on Tuesday, March once more, following a delay in receiving state funding. was reworked with input from the town's public works 17, in honor of St. Patrick's Day. "The hang-up is the release of funds from Hartford," director.Phil Deleppo. Stategramswillpayfor$900,000 Ceremonies will begin at 10:15 Public Works Subcommittee Chairman Gary Stewart of project costs, which have been estimated at $2.1 Siemon wins a.m. at the Town Hall Annex, 424 told Town Council members on March 2. The state million overall. site approval Main Street, where color guards delayed sending payment to the engineer who has been The engineer is completing the preliminary design from the Watertown police and fire designing a project that would protect residents from a of the downscaled plan, Mr. Deleppo said last for new facility departments will be on hand to fly 10-year flood. Wednesday (March 4), and the town is applying for the American and Irish flags for the "The wheels of state-government move slower than Department of Environmental Protection permits by Susan Faber day. Coffee and danish will be many of us would like to see," Mr. Stewart told Falls regarding water diversion and water quality, as well as The Siemon Co. received site served at 10:30 a.m. Avenue resident Rachel Saucier, who asked for a approval from the Army Corps of Engineers. planapproval Monday forconstruc- From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., progress report. Ms. Saucier has acted as a spokesperson tion of a94,000-square-foot manu- there will be testimonial and corned A new schedule is being worked out. "It's not going facturing facility at the intersection for her neighbors in the low-lying region, which has to be overnight," Mr. Deleppo said. beef and cabbage luncheon at The been flooded repeatedly for decades following heavy ofDepotSlreetand Princeton Road. Westbury Room, 666 Thomaston Rising water continues to flood her yard, Ms. Saucier Approval was granted at a pub- rains. said, as well her her neighbors' properties. "I'd like to Road. Tickets are $12 per person, Originally, a 25-year flood project was planned and lic hearing held by the Watertown and are available at the Town Hall do yard work but I can't do anything," she told council FireDistrict'sZoningCommission, construction was expected to start by July 1, 1998. (Continued on page 11) Annex, or from Mayor for the Day (Continued on page 11) Committee members Ronald Blan- chard, John Hayes, Don Stepanek Popular policeman basks or Neil St. Onge. in retirement tributes INSIDE by Tommy Valuckas Once on their merry way, the Little did Ron Blanchard know driver apparently sideswiped a 'Gang' that a brush with the law soon after parked car. "I knew we hit some- member he came homefrom honorable serv- thing, but I wasn't driving, so I ice with the U.S. Marines would didn'tcare!"Mr.Blanchardsaidas speaks actually lead him to his police work he gestured with his hands. tonight with the Walertown gendarmes. Without too much gumshoe page 5 He was helping move furniture effort, though, the police deter- from then-Chief Joseph Ciriello's mined who the fender crinklers home in the very late 1960s. The were, and Chief Ciriello phoned affablechief offered Mr. Blanchard and summoned the perpetrators Local and the truck driver some beer to back to his house. The matter really doctor help cool off, and the sweaty men was no big deal as far as crimes go. weren't about to say no. But it was at this unanticipated on state "I wasn't driving, so I didn't reunion at the chief's residence that board Ron Blanchard, retired police detective after 29 years of service with the care," Mr. Blanchard told the atten- Mr. Blanchaid learned there would page 16 Watertown Police Department, points out a memorabilia and tive audience assembled last Fri- be some openings on the Water- newsclippings board to wife Cindy at the March 6 testimonial dinner at day night at the Grand Oak Villa in Grand Oak Villa in honor of Mr. Blanchard. — Times Photo, Valuckas Oakville. 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'Moseys Cooked $r% £*% $ CORNED BEEF or PASTRAMI A-OSJ CARROTS / a. t6?. 3/ .99 'Imported $O ^^ California 2 (6. 7>6< 'SWISS CHEESE *Z-O9 BABY CARROTS 'Our Own Store-Made $#% A A All Purpose - tO 'BAKED HAM ^.OSJ MAINE POTATOES 'Our Own Store Baked $O CO California TURKEY BREAST £iO9 CELERY t reserved toTmiRuanStie? • Not responsible* typograpnical errors Property of the Watertown Historical TowSocietyn Times, March 12,199 8 — 3 Friendlywatertownhistoricalsociety.org Neighbors Index Name: Dennis Strozzi AARP page15 Residence: Cheshire Births...... : _ 15 High school gamers Occupation: Corporate controller Cable5Shows ..26-27 full accreditation At the Siemon Company in Calendar 28 page 10 Watertown, Dennis Strozzi is in- Classifieds 31-35 volved with cash management, Crossword Puzzle 20 Honor Roll announced corporate investments, benefit Engagements ...30 at St. Mary Magdalen plans, international affairs and Junior Jottings 18 page 19 miscellaneous financial duties. Legal Notices 30 Originally from Cambridge, Mass., Letters 5-8 Organ concert Sunday he graduated from Bentley College and has worked at Siemon for 21 Obituaries ..12-13 at Opera House years. The company "has been a Op/Perspectives 4 page 25 good place to work," Mr. Strozzi Police Blotter 19 said. "I've seen a lot of changes. Property Transfers 27 Intrepid reviewer sees We're growingby leaps and bounds. Real Estate :.27-29 The King and I' It's been an exciting ride so far." Religious 13-15 page 25 He is director of vocational serv- Restaurants 26 ices forthe WatertownRotary Club, Safety Logs 11 Marshalls' employer where he served as past president. SeniorScene 16 wins state award. A primary focus of the Club is Sports 21-24 page 29 "service above self," he said. "I try This Week in 77mes...... 30 to adhere to that by giving back to Weddings...,. 30 the community as it relates to chil- dren. Rotary has given me the impetus. I'm a strong believer in helping out people who are less Owr 9th Annual fortunate than me." His fund rais- ing activities at the Child Guidance Clinic in Waterbury and with oilier organizations involve helping out underprivileged children. Mr. Strozzi has two children of his own, Marc, 23, and Amy 22.

out may call Ivan Cyr at 274-5236, 'Daffodil Days' Garden Club orPaula(Commendatore)Donorfio The Watertown Garden Club will at 274-4337. PHOTO CONTEST sales planned meet today (Thursday) at Union Congregational Church, 161 Buck- Enrolling trainees GRAM) PRIZE! this month ingham Street, Oakville. A busi- WATERBURY — The Multiskill Educational training A trip to The annual"Daffodil Days" sale ness session will start at 12:30 p.m. Center, 119 Grand Street, is enroll- 1997 Winner from tile Georgia by the American Cancer Society, Guest speakers David and Ka- Walt Disney World ing trainees in all its free training ' Sheron Studio with Waterbury Unit, will take place in sha Furman, of Cricket Hill Gar- and Epcot Center Cinderella at Disney World programs. Included are training in the area on Wednesday, March 25. dens, will discuss "Chinese Tree Ages: Birth-9 years old ' keyboarding, Excel, Windows 95, The sales drive in Watertown Peonies" at 1 p.m. The club is slated Microsoft Werd, Business English, and Oakville will be run out of to visit the gardens in May to view -A chance to win one of 50 wonderful prizes computerized bookkeeping and Fellowship Hall at First Congrega- the tree peonies in bloom. medical transcription/secretary. tional Church, 40 DeForest Street, Refreshments will be served. "GO WITH THE WEWSER" according to Norma Kaminski and Suggested donation for non-mem- METC also offers GED, basic Betty Piurkowski, local chair- bers is $3. skills remediation classes, and re- GEORGIA women. Hours will be from 10a.m. tail/customer service training. The to 5 p.m. WHS Class of'68 training is free. Bouquets of 10 may be ordered A committee is being formed to More information may be ob- for $5 each; arrangements for de- hold a class reunion for the Water- tained by calling (203) 574-8084 to SHERON livery also can be made- town High School graduates of register, or to attend a free no-obli- Advance telephone orders can 1968. Those interested in helping gation open house. PHOTOGRAPHY be placed with Mrs. Piurkowski at 274-7823 274-1761 or Mrs. Kaminski at274- 1798, or the Waterbury area ACS office, 2024 East Main Street, EXTENDED HOURS Waterbury, at (203) 756-8888. • EVENINGS • WEEKENDS • EMERGENCIES Order forms will be distributed to many businesses throughout the By Appointment community as well. Checks should be made payable to the ACS. Daffodils will be arriving from the West Coastfor distribution. The CAPOZZI DENTAL GROUP first flower of spring traditionally 1192 Main St., Watertown, CT signifies the spirit of hope the ACS encourages as it fights cancer •FAMILYDENTISTRV IMPLANTS • BLEACHING through its many programs. The chairwomen said volunteers Phone (860)274-9211 are being sought to help bundle the flowers, log requests, make deliv- ( 'es, etc. Call the women for more •^.ormation. Are Your Historical Society Health Insurance Premiums For An Appointment Call The Watertown Historical Soci- 274-5484 ety will meet today (Thursday) at 8 Putting The "Squeeze" p.m. in the society museum, 22 DeForest Street. On Your Bottom Line? A business session will bring members up to date after the winter We have answers! layoff, and future activities and policy of the society will be dis- STONE cussed. New members are welcome Bozzuto Associates Inc^ CHIROPRACTIC to drop in. Refreshments will be served. For 401 Main St., Watertown CENTER more information, call Florence 51 Depot Square, Watertown Crowell, town historian, at 274- 945-3559 1 Complimentary Consultation • Wellness Programs Available 1634. • Direct Insurance Billing 4 — TownProperty Times, March 12,1998 of the Watertown Historical Society Opinions/Perspectivewatertownhistoricalsociety.orgs

Beware the broth Townspeople have noticed — or are about to — a dramatic increase in the number of meetings by officials who are trying to get the new Pre-K through Grade 2 elementary school built in timely fashion. There seems to be a committee for this, a committee for that, a grand poo-bah committee that has more power than other committees, and committees that comprise various amalgama- tions of school administrators, town government officials, members of building panels, school staff, residents, etc. All with the same noble goal—build a quality school within budget for townwide Pre- GATHERING OF THE CLASS: The Wmertown High School Class of 1967 celebrated its 30th K through 2 that the voters overwhelmingly approved in 1997. year class reunion last November 29 at the Continental Room in Naugatuck. Photo courtesy of With so many groups convening on this building issue, there are Andy Gallagher. bound to be concerns raised over proper posting of meetings as to who is meeting where and when. One such specific allegation already has been made by the Democratic Town Committee, which also noted a distinct lack of minority representation on this certain committee. Things could get messier. But what's more disconcerting is the notion that this many From the U.S. Capitol committees are needed! Wouldn't it be simpler in the long run to Comprehensive child care package to with U.S. Senator chisel down the people numbers a wee bit? Although it is true solid, encourage out-of-school care and quality Chris Dodd (D-Conn.) constructive input is welcome from anybody who's really interested WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sen. Chris Dodd, in the new school, our fear is with so many ideas and suggestions ranking member of the Senate Subcommittee on coming from so many different directions, it's not unrealistic to Children and Families, last week urged approval of surmise that perhapsthe whole process could getbogged down big legislation he introduced on February 4 to on the right track." time. dramatically improve the state of child care through The law would address critical shortcomings in Time will soon tell whether there are too many cooks in the new initiatives that foster quality care, help families the current child care system by rewarding quality school kitchen, concocting a broth ripe for spoiling. grapple with skyrocketing costs, and promote local, care, expanding tax credits for working families, after-school programs. increasing the supply of after-school care and From the State Capitol "We're facing a child care crisis in this country," encouraging private sector involvement It also the Connecticut Democratic senator stated in a supports stay-at-home parents by providing them the with State Rep. Brian J. Flaherty (R-Watertotvn) March 5 press release. "It's time we give parents a same tax credit as working parents and calling for Backs probe of greater choice and peace of mind as they juggle the expansion of the Family and Medical Leave Act lo MTBE fuel additive responsibilities of work and home. Unless we take an additional 13 million Americans. necessary steps to address this problem, our children The measure would enhance the quality of child HARTFORD — State Rep. Brian J. and our nation will approach the 21st century at an care across the country by offering "Quality Flaherty (R-Watertown) has announced his extraordinary disadvantage." Bonuses." Through grants to states, efforts known to "full support" for the General Assembly's Sen. Dodd's legislation, the "Child Care produce the greatest gains in quality such as better Program Review and Investigations Com- A.C.CE.S.S. Act" (Affordable Child Care for Early provider-child ratios, the enforcement of standards, mittee to look into whether adding MTBE to Success and Security) is being supported by more background checks on providers, and parent gasoline in Connecticut has had positive or than 25 Democratic senators. The measure would education would be rewarded. Studies have shown negative effects on air pollution, public provide significant resources through the current that child care quality can be significantly improved health, fuel consumption, or has increased Child Care Block Gram to communities, schools and with increases in investments of as little as 10 the cost of gasoline by 5 to 7 cents per church organizations to provide high-quality care to percent. gallon. children during out-of-school hours. Sen. Dodd's legislation would make public- Rep. Flaherty, a former member of the In addition, Mr. Dodd's proposal would ensure private "challenge grants" available to local committee, said in a press release last week that school facilities are better utilized before and communities who generate matching funds from the the fuel additive, which is intended to reduce harmful air pollutants, has after school during extended hours. In an effort to private sector to create more child care slots and to been in use since the early 1990s, so enough data should be available to alleviate the problem of children with no supervision improve the availability and quality of care on a provide answers to questions that have been raised about if. or care after school, the bill would also increase the communitywide basis. It also encourages employer "There seems to be no solid answers to questions about the use of this eligible age bracket of those who are able to involvement by providing a 25 percent tax credit to additive that have been raised over the past few years," the 68th House participate in the programs from 13 to 15 years. organizations who run onsite, accredited care District lawmaker said. "There is a grow ing body of evidence that adding Mr. Dodd spoke about the need for improved out- centers, contract with off-site accredited centers or MTBE to gasoline may not be having the desirable effects we were led to of-school care during a special Subcommittee on contribute to the local match for the aforementioned believe it would have. Some reports suggest that runoff of gasoline Children and Families hearing during which challenge grants, the press release continued. containing MTBE has been causing environmental problems. witnesses included Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.), Mr. Dodd, who is also chairman of "Right Start "In addition, fuel economy has dropped five to 12 percent since MTBE Boston Mayor Thomas Menino, and James Home of 2000: A Senate Democratic Strike Force for Kids," began being added to gasoline in Connecticut If adding MTBE to the Bridgeport Youth Coalition testified. has led the national effort to improve child care gasoline is doing more harm than good, we should discontinue the "The afternoon hours are often difficult for during his tenure at the Senate. Several years ago he practice. It is certainly having a negative impact in terms of cost to parents who work and can't be home with their authored and won passage of the first comprehensive Connecticut consumers. Oneway or the other, we need to know the facts." children when they return from school," Mr. Dodd child care legislation since World War II designed to Mr. Flaherty continued saying, "If MTBE is degrading water quality said. "By offering kids stimulating and safe activities increase the quality, availability and affordability of in Connecticut and isn't really improving air quality, we need to know after school we'll help keep them out of trouble and child care options. about it If it is causing fuel economy to drop and adding to the cost of gasoline, we need to know that as well." In closing the legislator said, "I'd like the questions that have been raised about MTBE carefully evaluated to determine its real impact on the environment. I'd also like to know if there are any alternatives to it that we The Town Times welcomes Letters to the Editor from its readers. All could try. Based on the reports I've seen, the only people who are WATER-OAK letters must be signed and dated with a phone number included, and benefitting from the use of MTBE are the manufacturers of this additive." preferably typed and double spaced. Letters should be as concise as possible; letters beyond 300 words are subject to editing. Town Times Vime reserves the right to reject any letter and will not publish any letters DEADLINE REMINDER: Town Times reminds its readers that the that are libelous. Letters axe due in the newspaper office, 469 Main deadline for all press releases; club or organization notices; births, IPERS, Street, by 5 p.m. Monday the week of publication. In the event of a engagement and wedding announcements; business updates; photo Monday holiday and the office is closed, letters are due by 5 p.m. the submittals, etc., is Friday at 5 p.m. previous to the issue of publication. PHONE previous Friday. Letters also can be mailed to Town Times, "Letterto Letters to the editor are the exception, with that deadline 5 p.m. 945-9940 the Editor," P.O. Box 1, Watertown 06795-0001. Monday. Property of the Watertown Historical SocietyTown Times, March 12,199 8 — 5 Columnist chamber's guest speaker Letters Syndicated columnist Robert watertownhistoricalsociety.org"Good luck. You are going to though you stated that people from Novak is the scheduled guest Oakville man need it—and the harder you work, the pubic who had no rightto speak speaker today (Thursday) for the reiterates some the luckier you will get." were interrupting you, the fact is 108th annual dinner of the Greater Sincerely, the chairwoman of the Town Coun- Waterbury Chamber of Com- messages for kids Joseph Cefaratli, cil can permit anyone to speak at merce, set for5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at To The Editor: Oakville any time. This kind of brow beating the Grand Oak Villa, 550 Sylvan This article was laken in part of people makes me recall the Lake Road, Oakville. from an Ann Landers' column lhat Town chairman Democratic council of 1989-91 Mr. Novak is co-host of appeared in an area newspaper when often Republicans on the CNN's "Evans and Nqvak" pro- September 28, 1997. Please be responds with council and people in general were gramand author of "Inside Re-' advised that the straightforward chastised in no uncertain terms if port," one of the longest running language is sure to appeal to younger party differences they expressed an opinion contrary syndicated political columns in readers. To The Editor: to that of the council majority. America that isbased on in-depth "Ten rules kids won't lcam in Time after time I am asked what The second difference, therefore, reporting and fast-moving dead- school — are the differences between Repub- is one of style. The Democrats lines. He is a commentator on " 1. Life is not fair. Get used to it. licans and Democrats in Watertown. appear to use force and the theory CNN where- he also co-hosts the The average teenager uses the Mr. (Robert) LeBlanc's most re- that if you are louder you must be "Evans and Novak" interview L phrase'k'snolfair' 86limcsaday. cent missive, once again filled wilh more correct, while the Republi- program, appears on and serves "2. The real world won't care as half truths and innuendoes, pro- cans attempt to listen to everyone, as co-executive producer of much aboutyour self-esteem as your vides the perfect opportunity to spell pro and con, in a reasoned manner. CNN'spoIilicalroundtable'The Capital Gang," and occasionally school docs. This may come as a out those differences. Third, Mr. LeBlanc raises the Robert Novak hosts CNN's "Crossfire" pro- shock. I note that Mr. LeBlanc uses the issue of a recent division in the gram. "3. Sorry, you won't make word "dichotomy," which is de- Republican Party over the reap- Tickets for the dinner are $49 $40,000 a year right out of high fined as a "division into two usu- pointment of amember of the Plan- Mr. Novak also hosls "In- per chamber member, $70 per school. And you won't be a vice **afly"bpposed... groups." The Re- ning and Zoning Commission. This sights" on National Empower- non-member and $490 for a table president or have a car phone, ei- publicans and the Democrats arc issue raises several vitally impor- ment Television and appears on of 10. To make a reservation. Call ther. You may even have lo wear a certainly divided and are usually tant differences between the par- NBC's "Meet the Press." Along the chamber at (203) 757-0701. uniform that doesn't have a de- opposed. ties. Mr. LeBlanc raises the ques- with Rowland Evans, he Tonight'seventisbeingspon- signer label. First, Mr. LeBlanc juxtaposes tion of whether allpolitical appoint- publishes The Evans-Novak Po- sored by People's Bank and "4. If you think your teacher is the issue of the historic district ments are scrutinized. The fact is, litical Report. Carmody & Torrance. tough, wait until you get a boss. petitions against the recent disclo- theRepublican Party hasastanding "5. Flipping burgers is not be- sure of an oversight on publication committee on nominations which lead to a loss of support on other the last hour it is one of really neath your dignity. Your grandpar- of meetings of the executive com- interviews all potential appoint- issues. caring what happens to our town, ents had a different word for burger mittee for the new school. The dif- ments lo boards and commissions, Only extremely rarely have I sometimes to our own detriment as flipping. They called it opportu- ference here is that the Republicans as well as all potential candidates seen the Democrats vote except as a Party and as individuals. nity. admitted that an oversight had for elective office. a bloc with but one apparent mind "Righteous indignation?" Your "6. It's not your parents' fault if occurred, while the Democrats With the importance of these between them, and in those in- letters over the past two and a half you mess up. You're responsible. never once admitted that there was jobs, one must wonder—don't the stances where someone does dis- years have been filled with it. Un- This is the flip side of 'It's my life' anything wrong with Ihe way the Democrats scrutinize their appoint- agree publicly, he or she loses total fortunately, those letters have also and 'You're not my boss.' petitions were handled. ments? support from the party. This then been filled with your final words "7. Before you were bom, your Fact is, there were some irregu- In addition, the division between poses thereal "dichotomy" between last week — "horse turds." parents weren't boring. They got larities in both instances, but only Republicans emphasizes forme the Republicans and Democrats—the Sincerely, that way paying your bills and lis- the Republicans stood up and said most important "dichotomy" be- ability to disagree with members of tening to you. they had erred. Thus the firstdiffer- Paul R. Jessell, chairman, tween Republicans and Democrats their own party. Watertown Republican "8. Life is not divided into se- ence would appear to be that the — the ability to have one's own . Town Committee, mesters. And you don't get sum- Democrats consider themselves Thank-you, Mr. LeBlanc. Your opinion. Republicans may not Watertown mers off. Not even spring break. infallible while the Republicans are words provided me a wonderful always agree among themselves as opportunity. "Dichotomy?" There You are expected to show up every able to admit when a mistake has to the best course of action, but, Notes of thanks day for eight hours, and you don't been made. certainly is one between the two while these disagreements may political parties in this town. The get a new life every 10 weeks. Second, Mr. LeBlanc does have To The Editor cause even healed exchanges be- difference is one of humility, it is "9. Smoking does not make you a selective memory. Whilecriiiciz- The Oakville-Watertown Drum tween individuals, those disagree- one of style, it is one of individual- look cool. Watch an 11-year-old ing the (Town) Council chair- Corps held its third annual Indi- ments and exchanges lead to full ity, it is one of open debate and at with a butt in his mouth. That's woman of impugning the character airing of all the issues. (Continued on page 6) what you look like to anyone over of a citizen while she attempted to Yes, sometimes we get overly For information on local Town Times subscriptions, out-of-town 20. quell a purposeless debate on the vehement in our disagreements and "10. Your school may be 'out- floor of the council over a misun- subscriptions or changes in address, call the Circulation Depart- it would be nice if we could always ment at Prime Publishers at (203) 263-2116. come based,' but life isn't. In some derstanding between two speakers, keep our disagreements behind schools, you're given as many times Mr. LeBlanc, at the very next closed doors, but in the final analy- as you want to get the answer right. meeting, literally shouted down the sis, the people of Watertown know Standards are set low enough so chairwoman of the Board of Edu- that Republicans are less concerned "Eimee Phone (860) 274-6721 Fax 945-3116 everyone can meet them. This, of cation as she attempted to provide with getting elected than they are PRIME PUBLISHERS, INC. course, bears not the slightest re- information salient to the issue then Heminway Center with sticking to their honestly-held 469 Main Street (P.O. Box One), Watertown, Connecticut 06795 semblance to anything in real life being discussed, the new school. beliefs while still knowing that a — as you will find out. Quite frankly, Mr. LeBlanc, lack of support on one issue will not Published every Thursday. Independently audited circulation delivered by mail to all of the homes and businesses HI Oakville and Watertown, Connecticut- The Superintendent's Corner Publisher - Rudy Mazurosky Editor - Tommy Valuckas High School Scheduling coincide with the majority of college schedules and Sports Editor - Jim Dreher time frames in the work place. News Staff - Susan Faber Part III: Reform 4. Reduce the number of class changes and Chief Financial Officer - Annette Linster by Carol Rector movements that largegroupsof students are required Operations Director- Kurt Mazurosky Thelastarticlegaveyousomeideaoftheproblems to do during the day. This will also allow for less Circulation & Classified Manager - Walter Mazurosky associated with the single-period schedule and why duplication and inefficiency during the day and there is now a nationwide review of high school allow for more time on tasks. Advertising Stan" - Vincent Dorso, Anne Herr, Cyndi Jaret, Gay Olsen, scheduling practices and a search for models better 5. Reduce the fragmentation inherent in single- Marion Pierce. Lyn Priestman. Holly SaWieni, Joyce Sharp. Barbara Taylor, able to meet the needs of students and teachers. period schedules, which especially affects classes Debbie Thompson, Sandi Witkowski. 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Reduce the number of classes together with Carol Rector is principal at the Grades 9 to 12 3 months, $15; 1 month, $5.50. assignments, tests, projects, etc., that students must Watertown High School,apubiksecondary school address during any one day. The larger blocks of time institution. Member USSPI; Member INAE; Member CflTi. 6 — Town Times, March 12, 1998 Property of the WatertownLetters Historical Society ;BQyDS COLLECTION)' (Continued from page 5) OPEN HOUSwatertownhistoricalsociety.orgE viduals, Ducts andQuartets (ID&Q) on Sunday, March 8, at Swift Jun- March 15th - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. ior High School. We would like to thank the fol- The Mohair Bears lowing merchants for their gener- Take a peek Original ous donations that made it a suc- cess: Depot Square Farm Shoppe, at the Pat's Marketplace, Shop Rite of New Watcrbury, Cos Ico's, BJ.'s, Pepsi- '98 Collection Cola, Friendly's, Ro's Restaurant, Jimmy's of Watertown, Town & of Country Liquor Store, Davis Street BOYDS® Package Store, Watertown Meal Center, Video Depot, Burger King, Standing at attention while being judged at the Individuals, Duets and Pennella's Bakery, Carvel Ice Quartets Competition March 8 at Swift Junior High School are color Cream Bakery, Lakewood Lanes, guard members Jessica Sklanka, Anna Shephard and Tammy Salvielti, RollcrMagic, Bella Pizza, left to right, of the Oakville-Walertown Drum Corps. — Times Photo, Cavallo's, Giovanni's Deli &Pizza, 970 Chase Pkwy • Waterbury, CT 06708 • 203-756-800] or 800-756-8002 Valuckas Crean's Deli, Queen's Kitchen, Chubba's Bagelry, Dunkin Donuts, ^ Falls Avenue Package Store, Highgatc Liquors, Montagano Foods, Daveluy's Restaurant, her unflagging support for the par- to see everyone back again! Adams, Oakvillc Liquors, Bruce ent groups in each of our schools. Sincerely, B'Gosh & Begorrah!!! and Diane Urso, and the Water- We would also like to thank Mary Jean Mangione, town Police Benevolent Associa- Mrs. Danula Thibodeau, principal WPGA representative, Ifs a "Lucky Leprechaun" Sale at... tion. at Swift Junior High School, and Watertown Mrs. Marylu Lerz, principal of Thank-you again for your gen- • Judson School, for their support of Some more erosily and support our group with their attendance at Sincerely, the dance. There were also over 25 at HOW1AND HUCHfcS S Oakville- Watertown info on newly Fins Lingerie, Foundations & Sleepwear staff members from our schools Drum Corps, who turned out that night. We thank retired Ron Watertown 30-75% Off Winter Robes, Pajamas, them also for their support. To The Editor: Dusters, Nightgowns & Cuddlduds To The Editor Those whoattended were treated On March 6,1 attended a retire- On February 21, the Watertown Warmwear to the music of the local band, ment party honoring Ron Blan- Parents' Group Alliance (WPGA) Aspen. We would like to thank chard. The talk of the evening was Hurry in for best selection - and to see our newest held its second annual "Just for the them and the Grand Oak Villa as Ron's accomplishments on the Boyd's Beats - including "McShamus" the Irish Bear! Fun o f It" dinner dance at the G rand well for a fun evening. Although police force and with Ihe Lions Visa, Mastercard & Howland Hughes charge cards Oak Villa. The evening was again a the dance was not intended as a Club. big success with well over 200 fund raiser, we did profit $450. I would like to add a couple of Tuesday-Saturday 9:30-5:00 people in attendance. This money is being donated to the facts about other accomplishments 110 Bank St., Wcrterbury • 754-1067 We would like to take this op- Watertown Educational Enrich- of Ron's. When Ronnie served on portunity to thank Dr. Dinoo Das- ment Trust Fund. the Parks and Recreation Commis- tur, our superintendent of schools, This fund has been set up by the sion, he was instrumental in the for supporting us both by attending Watertown Board of Education to Christmas tree burning, by getting the dance, and in a larger sense, for fund special projects in the areas of the Lions Club involved collecting the arts and science by awarding the Christmas trees and the Lions grants to students, staff and com- Club serving free hot chocolate. munity members. Anyone inter- The safety of ihe children Santa's ested in contributing to this fund or visit at the gazebo was a main wishing to learn more about it can concern. Ronnie was the driving contact Dr. Dastur or Dr. Philip force of getting both the roads Route Challenge Us Pelosi at the Munson House. 6 and Town Hall Hill shut down We have already set a date for during the event. next year's dinner dance and we If there was a park cleanup, • Show us their deals look forward to once again coming Ronnie always showed up with together—parents, staff, adminis- some of his Lions friends to help • Bring us their ads trators and community members out. He was also part of the Parks and coupons —to enjoy a fun evening. We hope and Rec Commission that pushed When it comes to Respiratory Home Care Services The Choice Is Yours Think of us FIRST! THE CBR PHOOE STORE • Home Oxygen Therapy (24 Hr. Emergency Service) • CPAP (For treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea) • BiPAP Every Time! • Compressors for delivery of medications ( eg. 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But those coming from Wa- thing to me I'll never forget "Where ing of their activities and an ac- Competition is the name of the tertown to Oakville as they reach (Continued on page 8) are the marker plates for the car?" counting of our money lest we be game! It'shappeningallover; those No, Ronnie didn't arrest me, but he branded anti- Watertown? can be selling new and used items, became a valued friend and a great Sincerely, itall depends on who's selling what member of the Parks and Rec Robert LeBlanc(D), and what price. Andl don'tbelieve Commission. Watertown Town Council, the merchants are trying to com- P.S. This was "Just the facts, Watertown pete with the malls and most of the Ron." malls are off the main streets. Sincerely, Parking problems Advertisements also play a Tom Olson, major role in one's business. But former parks and still do exist in one has to stop and think what recreation commissioner, happened to free enterprise these Oakville Oakville section days. According to our"sign" regu- G To The Editor lations the merchants are prohib- This week I would like to ex- ited from using neon "open" signs, Non-partisan press my opinions as to those who flying commercial flags such as MARCH 11-17 effort cannot be made theirs having to do with the "open" and "sale," etc., and wealso merchants within our town. First of can't advertise a price! if meetings secret all I have to remind those "you can According to my beliefs these To The Editor: sellanything fromanywhere," such that I've just mentioned violate our At the last Town Council meet- as from one's own home, car, solic- freedom of speech, which happens ing,March2,1998,Ms. (Mary Ann) iting on the streets, flea markets, to come in many ways. There is "no Rosa responded to a letter previ- etc. clear danger" being represented in ously read by Ms. (Karen) But why is it so hard to sell any of those items. I just mentioned Leszkowiczconcemingthe makeup within a commercial zoned area on such as threatening slander, obscene of the School Building Committee. the main streets? Could it be where in any way shape or manner. And I Ms. Rosa stated she felt the last the merchants are being controlled personally can't afford to advertise statement was political at its worse. too much? And is that why we're in the newspapers, radio, TV; it's She wenton to say, "The new school called the endangered species? too costly and no way can I com- pete with the McDonald's or Bur- is a positive thing for Watertown Those have said: the thrift con- Agway 4-Stage™ is a complete lawn care system. It is and she hoped it would be built on signment and specialty stores do ger Kings of the world. They have billions to spend on advertisements! 173 the cost of a lawn care service, with 4 simple applica- a non-partisan basis, with all sec- not makeil! 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There are three "private parking • Office hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday thru lots" within theareasuch as: Dunk in Saturday Donuts, which the owner would • Stop in or call Jeff Cole or David Blackburn at prefer has customers use; the Pin GREEN FOR THE GREEN: Susan Atkins of the Oakville Green Committee 1-800-336-4496 Shop owner would prefer the fac- acceptsa$l,OOOdonationfromAssistanlVicePresidentPaulMcLaughlin tory workers use his lot and no one Jr. of the Oakville branch office ofLitchfteld Bancorp that wilt go toward else because of a concern for liabil- further development of the green. Also looking on, left to right, are Elaine ity. Then there is St. Mary Magdalen Adams, chairwoman of the committee; Laura Mercado, bank teller Church's parking lot. The paster coordinator; and Charles Frigon, acting town manager. The area is has been very considerate and has expected to be refurbished enough so it can host the ending ceremonies It's That let the merchants and residents park Time within the lot during the week, and of the Memorial Day Parade later this year. — Times Photo, Valuckas within this consideration he would v:x-:*:\v:*:-:*::*>:*:-x^ Again... like his parking lot free and clear for his parishioners on the week- Popular policeman PHOTOGRAPHY ends, which isn't too much to ask (Continued from page 1) 485 Main Street, Watertown • 274-9375 and one can't blame him. town force, and Chief Ciriello sug- Mr. Blanchard was involved in. For Our 5th Annual But then there is no parking to be gested the well-built Semper Fi The68th Districtlawmakcr, who found when church services go on! furniture hauler check it out. presented the detective sergeant The Wonders OfCfuCdren So there is still a parking problem Mr. Blanchard did, and never with a citation from the Connecti- to be had. Even if there was a re- looked back the next 29 years. cut General Assembly, had all the AN EXCLUSIVE mote chance a parking lot was to go More than 300 friends, col- fire and police personnel in the PORTRAIT CONTEST where the old Sealy building was, leagues and family members came audience stand and accept applause no one would walk all the way out to share his March 6 retirement "for all that you do for us every down to our lower section to look dinner at the Grand Oak, roasting day." GRAND PRIZE!! and shop around. Not everyone is DISNEY WORLD TRIP the detective sergeant along the Deputy Police Chief John Gav- in 100 percent physical shape or way, but also bestowing on him allas, who began work with the FAMILY OF 3 condition to walk that distance. One lucky child mil or 65 «ill nil a Trip To Wall Disnej World. deserved plaudits. Watertown department in 1969 a So if one still says Oakville "Can you imagine this young few months after Mr. Blanchard Call Today To Reserve Your Entry - 274-9375 doesn't have a parking problem, fella retiring and making his wife came on board, chided the detec- they're full of crap! (Cindy) workF'pondered master of tive sergeant for"gctting out early." Sincerely, ceremonies Donald Stepanek dur- Nevertheless, he still presented the Vera Medina, ing the formal part of the occasion. honoree with a gold badge and Oakville Charles Frigon, acting town man- wished him all the best, ager, said. Mr. Blanchard was a "I'm going to miss him," the WHS Class of 58 "very, very lucky man... and I'm deputy chief said. The Watertown High School envious." There was no chance Mr. Blan- Class of 1958 will hold its 40th year "He's always been there for us, chard was going to escape the pro- class reunion Saturday, October 7, always been very receptive," Mr. ceedings without flak from the at the Country Club of Watcrbury, Frigon said of the policeman, who Watertown Lions Club, of which Oronoke Road. stepped aside from duty in Decem- he's been a longtime devotee, and The reunion committee is still ber. whose members never miss a trying to contact the following "You're one of the people who chance at good-natured razzing. people: Carol Baldorf, Eugene P. has made Watertown-Oakville a "HemaylooklikeKojak.butKojak Buckley, Thomas S. Doran Jr., very special place to grow up in, he ain't," proclaimed Lions Presi- Frank G.P. Holcomb, Peter K. Laue live in, and do business in," stated dent David Jean, one of many who and Anthony R. Newbury. Anyone state Rep. Brian J. Flaherty (R- made reference to Mr. Blanchard's with information is asked to call Watertown),continuing"there'snot shiny pate. Beverly (Dubauskas) Neddermann a more noble endeavor you can "If you ever had a conversation at (860) 283-0172. undertake" than the type of work with him when he first started, he talked like Deputy Dawg, and wore a trenchcoat like Columbo," Mr. Jean deadpanned. But then span- ning the crowd, the president ac- SPRING DANCE knowledged "it's truly a tribute to Ron that all of you are here tonight. ... I think we'd all like to think we'd have a turnout like this." After daughters Danielle and Nicole Blanchard presented their father with a plaque and exchanged hugs,JackBarreltandNeilSi.Onge of the Lions honed in on alleged "I BELIEVE HONESTY misdemeanors by the detective IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF sergeant regarding football trips to Indiana to see their beloved Notre CUSTOMER SERVICE." Dame gridders, and risque "items" left behind in hotel rooms. Messrs. Experienced mortgage lenders like Paul McLaughlin in our Barrett and St. Onge hoisted up a OakviUe office are ready to help you with a new mortgage. Fighting Irish wall hanging they Call Paul at 274-7467 and find out why at Litchfield Bancorp, Music By asserted was a gift from the Notre Shabaash Dame cheerleaders. great rates are just the start of "Mortgage-Smart"! Mr. Blanchard's sister, Sue Lamphier, urged her older brother Litchfield Bancorp Saturday, March 21,1998 to cherish the family memories they had while growing up, and "be very 7 p.m. -12 a.m. proud, as we all are of you." 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How many times did you miss holiday meals with your Town Times, March 12,1998 — 9 family?" becausPropertye you had to an- get involveofd wittheh the Watertow Watertownn the planning stages for the school' Historicals Society swer a call or be on duty, helping Lions, and the Quest and Water- construction, said Superintendent DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE others, and when the job, some- town Against Substance Abuse of Schools Dinoo Dastur. times dangerous, was done, "you'd programs, which he spearheaded The architectural presentations NEW ROTH IRA? be glad to be coining home one watertownhistoricalsociety.orgfor the Watertown school system. will be made to the boards who more time. "Watertown is a great place to need to provide input to the new Lorraine Buonocore, a co-direc- live, a great place to work, and an school building Executive Com- tor of the Miss Greater Watcrtown excellent place to go to school and mittee, Mr. Frigon said. Executive • How does it compare to the traditional IRA Scholarship Pageant, thanked Lion get an education," the detective Committee members include Dr. • What are the benefits Ron for all his hard work on the sergeant said in a slightly emo- Dastur, Town Council Chairwoman • What is an appropriate investment vehicle Lions-sponsored event, and brought tional winddown. "I've had one Rosalie Loughran, Board of Edu- • Who is eligible to have a ROTH IRA greetings from Sarah Hiruo, Miss hell of a journey.... Thank-you all cation Chairwoman Cheryl Carley, Greater Watertown 1998 who was for making this a very special eve- and Mr. Frigon. not able to attend Friday. ning, one that will not be forgotten. Executive committee meetings, Bob Riccio, Lions past presi- Thank-you so much." held on Thursdays at 4:45 p.m. at Main Street Financial Group, IXC can assist you as well as dent, said Mr. Blanchard had asked the Annex, are open to the public. help you with ail areas of your investment planning. him to join the civic group after he Design of new Members are currently negotiating first came to town a few years ago, (Continued from page 1) with Fusco Corp., the leading can- and since then he had made numer- didate for construction manager of ous friends in the community. Mr. the school. the school building project, Mr. [MAIN STREET! Riccio said he will never forget the The coalition was disbanded Frigon said. after residents approved the school *- time Ron had a greeting card made "Assuming we reach a contract, at referendum in May 1997. 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They'll check your entire house Secondary Schools granted the that has a negative impact on the tion in mathematics, science and and help you avoid additional problems. accreditation in January, after re- school's ability to meet the Stan- technology," Dr. Dastur said. viewing the high school's two-year dards of Accreditation. Changes Ms. Rinaldi will be called on 0R progress report. must be reported in the areas of periodically by the Academy to help nfficoS£oL QSentricorr "Carol Rector and her staff did a programs, facilities, level of fund- advance the group's mission in dynamite job in putting the report ing, administrative structure, num- ways that will utilize her talents. TLKMlltilsUniKVli Colony Elimination System ber of teachers and/or guidance PHONE* I WATERBURY TORRINGTON DANBURY together," said Dr. Dastur, who The Academy is affiliated with 575-1833 489-9963 743-4558 congratulated Mrs. Rector, WHS counselors, student services, edu- the state Education Department's principal, for "an outstanding job." cational media services and student PIMMS project, undertaken with Many high schools fail to receive enrollment, including special edu- Wesleyan University to increase the maximum accreditation, she cation or vocational students. the mastery of math and science, BLISS added. A five-year report will be due in and to promote a high level in math TERMITE CONTROL The high school accreditation March 2000, Dr. Dastur said. for every child in Connecticut, Ms. THE OLDEST AND LARGEST IN CONN. process has occurred in different Teacher elected Fellow Rinaldi said. stages over the past several year, of Connecticut Academy Her function will be "to assist Dr. Dastur said, and began with an Sally Rinaldi, K-12 math coor- the towns where they need it," initial draft report. dinator in the Watertown school explained Ms. Rinaldi, who has In its most recent response, the system, has been elected by the been affiliated with the Watertown commission noted the work by the Connecticut Academy for Educa- school system for 18 years. "I have Little Shop WHS faculty to align the curricu- tion in Mathematics, Science and enjoyed every minute of it," she of . lum and the expectations for stu- Technology as a Fellow of the said. Miracles Choral convention featured talents of local residents TS PROVIDENCE.R.I.—Several mas Fontaine. Woodbury's Chris- ganization that sponsors a profes- local residents participated in the topher Shay, director of music at sional chorus, workshops and from the HEART 1998 American Choral Directors Greenwich High School, organized symposia for composers, conduc- that feed the SOUL Association Eastern Division Con- the choir, which was made up of tors, teachers and church musicians. vention from February 4 through 7. 110 choristers from 11 eastern "Green Dances" incorporated and lift the SPIRIT Watertown resident Stuart states. arrangements of original folk tunes Featuring Celtic GiUespie, who is celebrating his Composes and conducts by the composer, as well as the 20th year as choral director at The four days of rehearsals cul- traditional American folk tunes jewelry, bookmarks Naugatuck Valley Community- minated in a concert at the restored "Walking on the Green Grass" and and music Technical College in Waterbury, Veterans Memorial Auditorium on "Green Green Rocky Road." had his composition, "The Shrop- February 7, directed by Charles A composition by Woodbury Come Visit Us! shire Lad," presented during aread- Bruffy. The joint concert also in- resident Amy Feldman Bernon You'U be glad you did. ing session at the convention. Mr. cluded the High School Honors entitled "I Am the River" was per- GiUespie was named the ACDA Choir and the Children's Honors formed at the concert by Sounds of Hours: Wed. 11-6, Thurs. 11-8, Fri. 11-7, Sat. 11-6 "Choral Director of the Year" for Choir. Sedgwick Middle School, directed Frankie's Mini-Mall Waterbury, CT 06704 the state of Connecticut at the fall Mrs. Wall auditioned and sang a by Patricia Donohoe. convention in October 1997. Ms. Bernon is a member of the 663 Lakewood Road 203-573-1949 solo in the world premier of the Four members of the NVCTC piece, "The Green Dances," which faculty at the Taft School and music Choral Society Choir were mem- was commissioned especially for director of the Litchficld County bers of the first-ever 1998 Eastern theCommunity Honors Chorusand Children's Choir. "I Am theRiver" Division Community Honors Cho- composed by Alice Parker. Ms. has been recently published and MAR. 15 & 16 - 10:30 AM TIL 5:00 PM rus. They were Watertown resident Parker composes, conducts and was commissioned by Sedgwick Fran Wall, Prospect resident Col- teaches throughoutNorth and South Middle School, located in West TWO DAYS ONLY - SUNDAY & MONDAY leen McGeehan, and Waterbury America. She is the founder of Hartford. residents Marian Russell and Tho- "Melodious Accord, Inc.," an or- Design of new SALVAGE (Continued from page 9) lions. LIQUIDATORS The committee is expected to CT Micro Services, he. signacontractwith theFuscoCorp. this week, Mr. Frigon said, and the Sugar Mt. Farm Warehouse 161 Davis St, Oakville, CT agreement will be presented to the Town Council for a decision on 310 Wotortown Rd. (Route 63), E. Moris, CT ratification at the March 16 council On The Watertown-Morris Town Line Surf the NET with... meeting. INTERNET-95 Annual dinner for FREE SIGN UP! 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Town Times, March 12,1998 —11 nrf- 15 Fern Hill Rd. • Wateriown TurkeyProperty Brook neighbors of the Watertown Historical SocietyRte. 6 - Across fro m Westbury Room (Continued from page 1) want to get into?" Mr. Dclcppo asked. Building an 945-9610 members. "I can't take any more water." earthen dike in aflood plain would require local wetlands • Free Membership • Barricades erected at the bend of broowatertownhistoricalsociety.orgk would help and planning and zoning permits as well as federal keep the water out, she suggested. approvals. "Itseems like a logical idea to mitigate the problem, Permits are already required for the major flood control project that is underway, officials said. but from a practical standpoint, is it something you - Coming Mar. 17 — • MIMIC Siemon wins • THE FULL MONTY (Continued from page 1) • PEACEMAKER •SHE'S SO LOVELY • IN & OUT • IN THE COMPANY OF MEN according to Fire District Superin- solidate Siemon's manufacturing back 25 feet. • LIFE LESS ORDINARY • THE ASSIGNMENT activities that are currently spread Watertown's Planning and • EVE'S BAYOU tendent Ernest Coppock, who said •BODY COUNT out in four floors of the Princeton Zoning Commission granted a • TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE the approval was given contingent • 3 NEW CHILDREN'S TITLES upon 10 conditions. Building, Mr. Knickerbocker said. special permit to the company in • THE EDGE Topics discussed at the hearing Manufacturing operations will re- October, 1997 to build in a flood • MAD CITY included parking as well as traffic locate to the new building in a cost- plain. The company has agreed to • A SMILE LIKE YOURS We Have • THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO LITTLE. flow in and out of the property. saving measure. build a detention pond on site to All The Newest achieve a zero increase in water • STEEL SHARKS "We will continue lo work with The company received Fire • AIR FORCE ONE PLAYSTATION & runoff. them," Mr. Coppock said, since the District approval in January for a •DEVIL'S ADVOCATE NINTENDO 64 company has requested water and variance allowing them to build a Mr. Coppock, former assistant • GOOD BURGER GAMES sewer services. small triangular portion of the pro- superintendent at the Fire District, •MOST WANTED Monday's site plan decision was posed structure 10 feet back from has become superintendent follow- one of the final approvals the com- the curb. Fire District zoning nor- ing the retirement of Russel Ryan pany needs, said Paul Knicker- mally requires thatbuildings are set in February. bocker, plant, engineering and fa- cilities manager at Siemon. Condi- tions of the approval include re- Safety Report ~~ views by the Watertown fire and Fire log March 6 — Two EMAs, one acci- police departments and bonding for The WatertownFire Department dent with injuries and one smell of soil and erosion control. A land- responded to 23 alarms from the smoke; March 7 — Two EMAs; scaping plan was also presented at period of Monday, March 2 through and March 8 — Two EMAs. the hearing. Sunday, March 8, according to the The approval allows the com- latest log report submitted by Fire Police log pany to put together a construction Chief Larry Black. The Watertown Police Depart- plan, he said, and a channel en- The breakdown is as follows: ment investigated six accidents Construction croachment permit from the state March 2 — Two emergency medi- from theperiod of Saturday, Febru- Department of Environmental Pro- cal assists (EMAs) and one brush ary 28 through Friday, March 6, Mortgage tection is expected in mid-April. fire; March 3 — Four EMAs, one according to the latest log report filed by Police Chief Jack Carroll. Meanwhile, the company will carbon monoxide alarm and one prepare construction drawings structure fire; March4—OneEMA The rest of the breakdown is as necessary for acquiring a building and one carbon monoxide alarm; follows: DWI, zero; criminal in- eminar permit. The new facility will re- March5^ One EMA, one smell of vestigations, two; misdemeanors, place an existing company-owned gas, one brush fire and one investi- five; infractions, 21; written warn- Dreaming Of Quonset hut structure, and alterna- gation of wood stove problem; ings, 26; and parking tickels, 30. tives for demolishing the hut will Building Your be explored. The new building would con- Own Home... Wolff's at Find out how to get your big confab "DREAM HOME" off the drawing ITALIAN CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Win- board and on to a building lot! dow Fashions magazine reported SPECIALTY SHOP that Wolffs Custom Interiors of Featuring Luigi's Italian Pastry] Waterbury, Conn., participated in Featured Speakers: the seventh annual National Work- 60 Hillcrest Ave., OakviUe • 860-945-9942 , From OakviUe Center (Main Si.) take right on RtesWe St. 3rd right b Hilkresl room, Installation and Design Show John WilliamSOn, Vice President held January 25 to27 . The confer- ST. 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Germaine Marcil watertownhistoricalsociety.orgof Ingrid (Anderson) Evans, died Campbell of Sheboygan, Wise; a He was bom March 22,1943, in OAKVILLE — Funeral serv- OAKVILLE — Funeral serv- ices for Mrs. Maryann (Congero) Sunday, March 8, in Sarasota, Fla. brother, Edward Evans of Chicago, New Bedford, Mass., son of the late 111.; two granddaughters, Lindsay Joseph and Adelaide (Lemas) Cos- ices for Mrs. Germaine (Lamy) Crane, 53,ofSkyhollow Court, wil 1 He was bom August 4,1914, in Marcil, 85, of 88 Frances Ann Drive, be held Friday, March 13, at a lime Watenown, son of the late Herbert Evans and Ashleigh Evans, both of mos. He lived in Wolcott before Southbury; and several nieces and moving to Oakville 23 years ago. were held Friday, March 6, at 9 to be announced this week at the and Edna (Hosking) Evans. He was a.m. from the Colasanto Funeral Hickcox Funeral Home, 195 Main raised in Watenown and had lived nephews. He owned and operated Larry's Garage in Waterbury, and later Home, Waterbury, to St. Mary Street, Oakville. Burial will be in in Waterbury for more than 50 years. Contributions may be made to Magdalen Church for a Mass at 10 Mount Olivet Cemetery. Calling He was a graduate of Walertown Connecticut Hospice, Inc., 61 Bur- became partners in A.C. Transmis- sions in Oakville. He was a com- a.m. Burial was in Mount Olivet hours are today (Thursday) at the High School and Middlebury Col- ban Drive, Branford 06405. Cemetery, Watenown. funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. lege, Vt., Class of 1935. In 1934 he municant of St. John theEvangelist earned All-State recognition when E. Edward Thompson Church in Walertown and was a Mrs. Marcil, widow of Ronald Mrs. Crane, wife of Robert F. member of the Elks Club No. 265 Marcil, died Sunday, March 1, at Crane, died Tuesday, March 10, at Middlebury became small college WATERTOWN — A memorial champions. BPOE. He loved entertaining chil- Woodlands Health Center in Wa- Walerbury Extended Care Facility service for E. Edward Thompson, tcrbury. Prior to his service in World dren and in 1953 as 10-year-old in Walertown. 79, of Longview Avenue, will be She was bom April 2,1912, in War II, he taught at South School "Bozo Cosmo Jr.," was considered She was born January 15,1945, held today (Thursday) at 1 p.m. at St. Boniface, Canada, daughter of (now Griffin) in Oakville. He served the world's youngest clown. He in Waterbury, daughter of Ann First Congregational Church, 40 the late Joseph and Flora (Vincent) as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy also played Santa Claus for chil- (Godio) Congero of Oakville and DeForest Street. Burial in Ever- Lamy. She was a communicant of during the war in both the Euro- dren's wards in several hospitals. the late Michael Congero. She was green Cemetery, North Street, will St. Mary Magdalen Church. pean and Pacific theaters. He was Besides his wife, he leaves iwo a graduate of Waterbury Catholic be private and at the convenience She leaves two sons, Raymond High School andamember of Grace commander of the guns on a mer- of the family. There are no calling sons, Lawrence Cosmos Jr. and chant ship that saw half its convoy Dean Cosmos, both of Oakville; Marcil of Iuiaca, N.Y., and Ronald Faith AssemblyChurch in Danbury. hours. Marcil of Rocky Mount, N.C.; a Besides herhusbandandmother, torpedoed and sunk between New Mr. Thompson, husband of two daughters, Sherry Mabry of York and London. He retired as Watertown and Dina Lopes of daughter, Claire Buck of Oakville; she leaves two daughters, Suzanne Alyce (Lindeau) Thompson, died a sister, Antoinette Lavergne of St. Johnson of Chesapeake, Va., and divisional sales manager from In- Monday, March 9, at Waterbury Orlando, Fla.; six brothers, Wil- .. vesters Diversified Services in liam Cosmos of Watertown, the Boniface; seven grandchildren; and Bemadeue Bronsard of Waterbury; Extended Care Facility in Water- a great-granddaughter. She was a brother, Michael Congero of Waterbury, where he had been a town. Rev. John Cosmos of East Free- member of its Summit Club and town, Mass., Frank Cosmos of predeceased by a son, Roger Mar- Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; and a sis- He was born February 28,1919, cil. ter, Janet Congero of Chicago, 111. past president of the Sales and in Boundbrook,N J., son of the late South Dartmouth, Mass., Joseph Marketing Executive Club. Cosmos of Wolcott, Robert Cos- Contributions may be made to George and Matilda (Lassen) Th- the American Cancer Society. Lester H. Evans Mr. Evans was a member of the ompson. He was educated in While mos of Wolcott, and Fred Cosmos WATERBURY — Private fu- Bunker Hill Congregational Plains, N.Y., and attended college of Middlebury; two sisters, Joan Carolyn T. Wheeler neral services for Lester H. Evans, Church. He played Softball with the in New Haven. He lived in Water- LaBonte and Beverly Hurbon, both WATERTOWN—Funeral serv- 83, of Revere Street Ext. and Sara- Waterbury Church League for many town for 50 years, and was a vet- of Wolcott; 10 grandchildren; and ices and burial for Mrs. Carolyn T. sota,Fla.,will be held loday (Thurs- years and was an avid golfer and eran of World War II. several nieces and nephews. He (Parmelee) Wheeler, 86, of Guem- day) at 10 a.m. at ihe Hickcox bridge player. He was a member of Mr. Thompson was a manager was predeceased by a brother, seytown Road, were scheduled to Funeral Home, 195 Main Street, the Palmare Country Club of Sara- at Chase Brass & Copper Co. until Charles Cosmos. be private. Watertown. Burial with full mili- sola. He had played semiprofes- his retirement. He was a member of Memorial contributions may be tary honors will be in Old Pine sional baseball. First Congregational Church, and made to the American Cancer Mrs. Wheeler, widow of Ellsworth Wheeler, died Tuesday, GroveCemetery. There are no call- Besides his wife, he leaves a was very active in many civic Society, 2024 East Main Street, ing hours. groups. Among them were the Walerbury 06705-2648, or VNA March 3, at Waterbury Hospital. son, Roger Evans of Southbury; She was bom July 22,1911, in Mr. Evans, husband of Lorraine two stepdaughters, Terri Dale of Federal Lodge of Masons No. 17 Health at Home, Inc., 27 Princeton A.F. & A.M., the American Red Road, Watertown 06795. Bethlehem, daughter of the late Cross, Boy Scouts, Watertown James T. and Louise (Fontaine) Foundation, Watcrbury Food Bank Parmelee. She moved to Water- SINCE 1926 and Waterbury Fuel Bank, the Sal- Anthony L. Daloisio lown in 1937 and she and her hus- vation Army, and the Woodward WATERBURY — A military band operated Summit Farm for THE ORCHID FLORIST Foundation. He was past president funeral for Anthony L Daloisio, 79, many years. She was a member of of Waterbury and Middlebury, was First Congregational Church and a L.L.C. of the Evergreen Cemetery Asso- ciation board of directors, and a held Monday, March 9, at 9 a.m. lifetime member of the Bethlehem memberoftheCouncilofChurches. from ChaseParkway Memorial/The Fair Society. ORDER FLOWERS 14 HOURS A DAY Albini Family Funeral Home to She leaves a daughter, Eileen Besides his wife, he leaves two W. Blais of Watertown; two broth- sons, Curtis Thompson of Las ImmaculateConccption Church for 7 DAYS A WEEK a Mass at 10 a.m. Burial was in ers, Charles Parmelee and Lewis Vegas, Nev., and Craig Thompson Parmelee, both of Bethlehem; a of Wakefield, R.I.; a brother, Clif- Calvary Cemelery. Mr. Daloisio, husband of Mary sister, Hazel Judson of Watertown; 573-0690 ford Thompson of Palm Harbor, two grandsons; and several nieces Fla.; and six grandchildren. (Del Buono) Daloisio, died Friday, March 6, at Waterbury Extended and nephews. ONE CHASE AVENUE, WATERBURY, CT Contributions may be made to Care Facility in Watertown. Contributions may be made to any of the civic organizations he the Bethlehem Fair Society Schol- was involved in. The Hickcox He was bom in Waterbury on December 12, 1918, a son of the arship Fund, P.O. Box 488, Bethle- Funeral Home, 195 Main Street, is hem 06751. The Hickcox Funeral in charge of arrangements. late Vincenzo and Dora (AHieri) Daloisio. He was a lieutenant and Homeis in chargeof arrangements. fire chiefs aide and assistant drill- cox Zrunera Lawrence R. Cosmos Michael Kalinoski Family owned and operated since 1884. master for the Waterbury Fire OAKVILLE — Funeral serv- Department for 37 years until he SOMERS — Funeral services ices for Lawrence R. "Larry" Cos- retired in 1983. He was aU.S. Navy for Michael Midge Kalinoski, 80, mos, 54, of Norway Street, were veteran, serving during World War of 47 Maple Ridge Drive, formerly • Traditional and Cremation held Saturday, March 7, at 9:15 Services II as a signalman in the Pacific. He of Naugatuck, were held Monday, a.m. from the Hickcox Funeral was a communicant of Immaculate March 9, at 9:15 a.m. from the • Pre-arrangement Counseling Home, Watertown, to Union Con- Conception Church. Fitzgerald-Zembruski-Mengacci • Prepayment Plans Include: gregational Church for a service at Besides his wife, he leaves a Funeral Home, Naugatuck, to Holy Irrevocable Trust Funds 10 a.m., with the Rev. John Cos- son. Dr. Tony C. Daloisio of Woo- Savior Polish National Catholic Insurance Funding mos officiating. Burial was in dbury; a daughter, Dolores Daloisio Church, Naugatuck^for services at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Water- Shorn of Middlebury; a brother, 10 a.m. Burial was in St. James town. Peter Daloisio of Waterbury; and Cemetery, Naugatuck. H. Paul Hickcox - Carol M. Hickcox 274-8383 Mr. Cosmos, husband of Mau- 195 Main St., Watertown 274-9522 three grandchildren. Mr. Kalinoski, widowerof Marie reen (NichoIs)Cosmos, died Thurs- (Grant) Kalinoski, died Friday, March 6, at Johnson Memorial Hospital in Stafford Springs aftera brief illness. JOHN G. O'NEILL He was bom October 7,1917,in FIRST OIL CO. Naugatuck, son of the late Walter FUNERAL HOME and Stella (Krapnik) Kalinoski. He HOME HEATING OIL lived in Naugatuck all his life and 150 Gallon Minimum "Within The Means Of AH" graduated from Hop Brook School. (smaller amounts available) PRICE SUBJECT TO CHANGE > full service oil company • Serving All Faiths • Pre-Arrangements He retired from the Footwear Divi- sion of Uniroyal, where he worked > automatic deliveries • service contract • Pre-Need Funeral Trust Accounts for 40 years. He was a lieutenant • budget plan • 24-hour burner service • Complete Burial & Cremation Services with the Naugatuck Volunteer Fire Department and was an independ- 753-5255 797-1505 tsr Serving Oakville-Watertown & Surrounding Areas ent candidate for burgess. Mr. Kalinoski was a member of or ~ 742 Main St., Oakville Peter J. Zakowich, 274-3005 the Polish Falcons Nest. 65 and the 1-800-432-4CHL(4645) S3 Polish American Club, where he Property of the Watertown Historical TowSocietyn Times, March 12, 1998 — 13 Obituaries watertownhistoricalsociety.orgReligious held several offices. He was an avid All Saints' Episcopal Course, 7:30; Ecumenical Council golfer and an accomplished soft- 262 Main Street Lcnlen Scries continues at Union Con- ball player in Naugatuck. He was a Oakvilie, 274-2352 gregational, 7:30. Friday.March 13—N.A. Meeting. Tuesday, March 17—Al-Anon, 10 member of Holy Savior Polish a.m.; "Exploring Inner Space: Word of National Catholic Church. 7pjn. Saturday, March 14—St. Patrick's Healing," 7:30 p.m. He is survived by a daughter, Day Corned Beef Supper, Fellowship . Wednesday, March 18 — Men's Judith K. Bray of Somers; two Hall, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Prayer, 6 a.m.; Holy Communion, 8. brothers, Joseph Kalinoski of Br- Sunday, March 15 — Holy Eucha- idgeport and Henry Kalinoski of risl Rite 1,8 a.m.; Parish Breakfast, 9 to Christ Episcopal Watertown; four grandchildren; and 9:30; Sunday School/Nursery. 9:45; Main Street four great-grandchildren. Holy Eucharist Rite n, 10; Youth Bethlehem, 266-7698 Groups, 6 p.m. Sunday, March 15 — Holy Eucha- Filomena Ceddia Monday, March 16 — Ovcrcalers rist and Sunday School. 9 a.m. WATERBURY—Funeral serv- Anonymous, 6p.m.; Ecumenical Coun- First Bible Baptist ices for Mrs. Filomena "Minnie" cil Lenten Series continues at Union Woodbury Masonic Lodge Congregational, 7:30. Park Road, Woodbury (D'Aloia) Ceddia, 86, of 24 Union Tuesday, March 17 — Service of Street, were held Thursday, March 225-0130 Holy Eucharist and Healing, noon; Sunday, March 15 — Worship 5, at 8:30 a.m. from Chase Parkway Bible Study, 1 p.m.; Stained Glass, 7; Service, 10 a.m.; Family Service, 6 Memorial/The Albini Family Fu- Vestry, 7. p.m. neral Home to Our Lady of Lour- Berean Baptist Wednesday, March 18 — Prayer des Church for Mass at 9:30 a.m. 50 Deforest Street Meeting, 7 p.m. Burial was in Mount Olivet Ceme- 573-8647 tery, Watertown. Sunday, March 15 — Sunday Gateway Bible Mrs. Ceddia died Monday, School, all ages, 9:45 a.m.; Morning 500 Buckingham Street March 2, at St. Mary's Hospital in Worship, 10:45; Evening Service, 6 Oakvilie, 274-8676 Thursday, March 12—AdultBible Waterbury. p.m.; nursery available all services. Wednesday, March 18—Midweek Study on Epistles of James, 7:30 p.m. She was bom in Pittslon, Pa., on Friday, March 13 — Ladies Prayer February 21, 1912, a daughter of Prayer at parsonage, 315 Parklawn Drive, Waterbury, 7:30 p.m. Meeting, 9:30 to 11 a.m., nursery care the late Donato and Antoinette provided. (DiBiase) D'Aloia. She worked as Bunker Hill Congregational Sunday.March 15—Sunday School a matron at Kennedy High School 274 Bunker Hill Avenue for all ages, including adults, 9:30 a.m.; for more than 10 years before her Waterbury, (203) 757-0539 Morning Communion Worship Serv- retirementin 1978. Shewasanavid Thursday, March 12 — Therapy ice, 11; Beginner Church ages 3 to 6, bingo player and a member of the Unlimited, 9 a.m.; Karate, 6:30 p.m. Junior Church ages 7 to 10, 11:30, Friday, March 13 — Therapy Un- nursery care provided. Josephine Towers Card Club. limited, 9 a.m.; Girl Scoutfather/Daugh- Mrs. Ceddia was a communi- Monday, March 16—Men'sPrayer ter Dance, 6 p.m.; Churchof the Living Meeting, 6 lo 7 a.m.; Ecumenical cant of Our Lady of Lourdes God, 7. Council Lenten Series continues at Church, and a member of its Ladies Saturday, March 14 — Al-Anon, PRAYERFUL OCCASION: Barbara Lulkus, representing First Union Congregational, 7:30 p.m. Auxiliary. 10:30 ajn. Congregational Church; Dot Morency, Christ Episcopal Church; and Wednesday, March 18 — Musi- She leaves two sons, Matthew J. Sunday, March 15 — Communion Irene Franson and Oiga Buttrick, All Saints' Episcopal Church, left to cians' Practice, 7:30 p.m. Ceddia Sr. and Anthony Ceddia Breakfast. 8:30 a.m.; Worship Service, right, were among the women leading the 111 Ih International World Day Sr., both of Waterbury; three broth- 10; Sunday School, 10:30; Cabinet, Mattatuck Unitarian 11:30; Church of the Living God, 2 of Prayer that took place last Friday at noon, held locally in the sanctuary Universalist Society ers, George and Joseph D'Aloia, of First Congregational Church. "Who Is My Neighbor?" was the 1998 both of Naugatuck, and Peter p.m.; Cub Scout Leaders, 7. 122 South Pomperaug Avenue Monday, March 16 — King's theme, prepared by the World Day of Prayer Committee from the island D'Aloia of Beverly Hills, Ha.; two Woodbury, 263-4810 Daughters, noon; Round Dancers, 7 of Madagascar. — Times Photo, Valuckas Sunday, March 15 — Sunday Serv- sisters, Jean Meyer and Jennie pjn. D'Aloia, both of Waterbury; three ices and Religious Education, 10:30 Tuesday, March 17 — Therapy a.m., child care provided. half brothers, John, Louis, and Unlimited, 10 a.m.; Brownies, 3:30 Wednesday, March 18 — Youth Sunday, March 15 — Holy Com- Anthony D'Aloia, all of Waterbury; p.m.; Scout Leader Training, 6:30; Choir, 6:30 p.m.; Boy Scouts, 7; Senior munion, 8 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:15; Our Savior Lutheran a half sister, Ida Franceskino of Church of the Living God, 7. Choir, 7:30. Adult Bible Study, 9:20; Praise and 505 South Main Street Wednesday, March 18 — Therapy Worship, 10:15; Holy Communion, Thomaston, 274-8534 Watertown; two grandsons; and a The Bible Church Unlimited, 9 a.m.; Bible Study, 9:30; 10:30; Youth Group Meeting, 5. Sunday.March 15 —Sunday School great-granddaughter. 240 Dwight Street Play Group, 9:30; Boy Scouts. 6 pjn.; Monday, March 16 — A.A.. 10:30 and Adult Christian Perspectives, 9:15 Waterbury, (203) 755-0197 Lenten Series, 7. a.m.; Women's A.A., 7 p.m.; Alpha Sunday, March 15 — Worship (Continued on page 14) Service, 9:30 a.m.; Beginner and Jun- First Congregational PWP meeting ior Church, 10; Seminars, 11. 40 DeForest Street WOLCOTT—Parents Without 274-037 B'nai Israel Congregation Partners Chapter No. 46 will meet Thursday, March 12—Adult Bible Monday evening, March 16, at the Meets at Study, Trumbull House, 7:30 p.m. St. James Lutheran Church Wolcott Library. Sunday, March 15 — Worship Creative (mage Membership in PWP is avail- Peter Road, Southbury Service, 8:30 a.m.; Worship Service, 264-6873 10, Church School, nursery care pro- Photography able to all single parents. It is a non- Friday, March 13 — Weekly He- vided; Prayer Group Meeting, Trum- This year your children can be profit organization formed to pro- . brew School, 4 to 5:45 p.m.; Services, bull House, 11:05. photographed with a live baby mote the betterment of single par- 7. ents and their children. For more Monday, March 16 — Fix-Its Fel- lamb! March 17-21. Please call information and time of meeting, lowship, 9 ajn.; Adult Handbell Choir Christ Episcopal for an appointment - walk-ins 25 The Green call Jobi at 729-5353, Dolly at 879- Rehearsal, 7:30; Ecumenical Council welcome. Lenten Series continues at Union Con- 274-1910 3782, or Joyce at 729-1853. C2O3J 596-1499 gregational, 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 13 — 30-Hour 663 Lakewood Rd. Charles Shuttleworth was Tuesday, March 17 - Staff Meet- Famine begins, 3 pjn. elected chapter president at the ing, 10ajn.;GirlScouts, 5:30 to7p.m.; Saturday, March 14 — 30-Hour annual election meeting February Standing Committee Meeting, Trum- Famine ends, 7 p.m.; N.A., church 4. The group is looking forward to bull House, 7:30. lounge, 7; N.A. Committee Meeting, 7. a rewarding year with many activi- ties planned, such as dine outs, plays, crafts, movies, guest speak- — Spring Cleaning Sale — ers, a psychic, picnics, socials, and Help Unlimited, Inc. more. 285 Main Street, Oakvilie 25% OFF Most Gift Shop Items "Nursing Registry" Including: Candles, Greeting Cards, Paper Goods, Jewelry, • Registered Nurses • Personal Attendants Lizzie High, Vera Bradley, Pimpernel, Pewter, Brass & China AH Saints' dinner • Licensed Practical Nuises • Companions The annual corned beef dinner * Bath and Nutrition Attendants 50% OFF Selected Items by All Saints' Episcopal Church, OFFERING PERSONALIZED SERVICES 262 Main S treet, Oakvilie, will lake IN YOUR HOME, 24 HOURS A DAY, "Look for Sak Tags" place Saturday, March 14, with 7 DAYS A WEEK servings from 5:30 to 7 pjn. in 40% OFF Selected Craft Shop Fellowship Hall. Items Which Includes: All beads, sequins, dried flowers, Tickets are $7 for adults, $6 for Also Offering "COMMUNI-CALL" A Unique Voice 10 Voice Communication System stencil crayons, craft fur, craft books, water color & oil paint senior citizens, and $3.50 for chil- For Emergency Help • Accident Prevention dren ages 12 and under. The maxi- and Companionship Sale prices in effect thru Sat. March 28th mum charge per family is $20. The Limited to stock on hand • Boxing and wrapping at cost tickets include the meal, dessert Our Help is Unlimited—If you need help in any way No store charges on sale items and beverage. Rate Schedule and The public is invited to attend. PLEASE CALL: 274-7511 Brochure Available The Red Barn Gift Shoppe Upon Request For more information, call 274- 114 Porter St 860-274-8889 Watertown Temporary Employment Agency 2352. Wed.-Fri. 10-5 « Sat. 9-5 • Closed Sun., Mon & lues, thru March 14 — TowPropertyn Times, March 12, 1998 of the Watertown Historical Society Religious (Continued from page 13) watertownhistoricalsociety.org ajn.; Worship Service, 10:15, child Ecumenical Lenten Series care during worship, Coffee Hour fol- The Ecumenical Lenten worship centurion at the cross of Christ, by lowing worship. series by the Watertown-Oakville Gateway Bible Church, presenters Monday, March 16 — Ecumenical Council Lenten Series continues at Ecumenical Council of Churches the Rev. Robert Cronk, pastor at Union Congregational, Oakville, 7:30 continues Monday, March 16, at Gateway Bible, and the Rev. Dr. pjn. 7:30 p.m. at Union Congregational William J. Zito, minister at First Wednesday, March 18 — Mid- Church, 161 Buckingham Street, Congregational. Week Lenten Worship at Thomaston Oakville. "Attributes of Lent" is March 30 — At Christ Episco- Congregational, noon, with Pastor the series' theme, and it's open to pal, 25 The Green, "Service," dia- Lundeen presenting "Pilate"; luncheon all ages of any denomination. logue between Rahab and Mary of to follow. The third attribute Monday will Bethany, by All Saints' Episcopal New Beginnings Assembly of God be "Commitment," featuring adia- Church, presenters the Rev. Judith Meets at Union Congregational logue presentation between Ruth Toffey, rector at All Saints, and a 161 Buckingham Street and John the disciple. This pro- parishioner. Oakville, 274-5759 gram is being presented by United There will be refreshments fol- Thursday, March 12 — Mid-Week Methodist Church, with presenters lowing each service, provided by Service, 7 p.m. being the Rev. H. Emil Johnson, the respective host church. Sunday, March 15 — Morning United Methodist minister, and a This year the Ecumenical Coun- Worship, 8:45 a.m.; Evening Service, 6 parishioner. cil is passing out Lenten banks to pjn.; Home Bible Studies, call for in- formation. Remaining programs those wishing them. Sponsored by Monday, March 16 — Ecumenical Subsequent Monday dates, lo- World Vision, they will be returned Council Lenten Series continues at cations, programs (all are at 7:30) to the local congregations on Palm Union Congregational, 7:30 p.m. and presenters are as follows: Sunday. The monies collected will March 23—At Uni ted Method- be split between local food banks St. John the Evangelist (KC) ist, 305 Main Street, "Faith," with and World Vision for hunger relief 574 Main Street MEETING WITH HOLY FATHER: The Rev. Norman Brockeu, right, dialogue between Abraham and the throughout the world. 274-8836 former assistant pastor at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Oakville, met Thursday, March 12 — Quitters with Pope John Paul II in Rome in January when Father Brockeu spent Club, church halL 10 a.m.; Mass for several days in conferences, planning for the year 2000 celebrations. Tosha Michelle Shaw, 12:10 p.m.; Boy Scouts, church hall, 6:30 to 8:30 United Methodist Lunch Bunch Potluck Get-Together, Father Brockeu recently was appointed pastor by the Archdiocese of pjn.; Stations of the Cross, church, 7. 305 Main Street church hall, 12:45; Girl Scouts, church Hartford at the Church of the Epiphany in Cheshire. Photo courtesy of the Saturday, March 14 — Mass for 274-3785 hall, 2:30; SrudyofActsof the Apostles, Rev. Norman Brockeu. living and deceased members of Friday, March 13 — Waterbury church, 7. Strileckis family, 8 a.m.; Confessions, Chorale, 7 p.m.; Yoga Class, 7:15. 2:30 to3:30p.m.;VigilMass for Albeit Saturday, March 14 — Brownies, Friday, March 13—Mass for Kath- Maringola, 4. 10:30 a.m. leen Galvin and Anthony Budris, 12:10 p.m.; Mass at Watertown Convalar- Sacramental Preparation Classes, rec- Sunday, March 15 — Sunday p.m.; Stations of the Cross, church, 7; ium,2; Cheerleaders, church hall, 2:30; tory, 7. Sunday, March 15 — Mass for School, 9 ajn.; Adult Bible Study, 9; Bingo, church hall, 7. CCD Grades 6,8 and 9 at school, 6:45 Wednesday, March 18 — Mass, Margaret Brown, 7 ajn.; Mass for Gabriel Rosa. 8:30; Rosary, 9:30; Mass Worship Service, 10:30, MYF, noon. Saturday, March 14 — Sacrament to 8:15; Folk Choir, sacristy, 7:30; 12:10pjn.;Children'sChoir, choir loft, for Joseph Rovero, 10; Mass for Anto- Monday, March 16 — Watnbury of Penance and Reconciliation, 3 to 4 Ecumenical Council Lenten Series 630; Senior Choir, choir loft, 7:30. continues at Union Congregational, nio Romano, 11:30; Baptism of Stephen Chorale, 7 p.m.; Pack 55 Parents pjn.; Vigil Mass for Frank Feeney, 5. Committee Meeting, 7; Ecumenical 730. St. Mary Magdalen (RC) Gerald Belanger Jr.. 12:30. Sunday, March 15 — Mass for Council Lenten Series continues at Tuesday, March 17 —Mass, 12:10 16 Buckingham Street Monday, March 16 — Mass for parishioners of St. John, 7 ajn.; Mass Union Congregational, 7:30. for Paul Connor, 8:30; Mass for John pjn.; CCD Grades K to 4 at Baldwin Oakville, 274-9273 Vengino and Antonia Parcaro, 7:30 and Ruth Kicman, 10; Mass for the School, 3:15 to 4:30, CCD Grade 5 at Thursday, March 12 — Mass for a-m.;HomeandSchoolMeeling, church Tuesday, March 17 — Cherub Rev. Joseph Suppe, noon; Folk Choir, Heminway Park School, 2:40 to 4; CCD Charles Sergi, 7:30 a.m. hall,7pjn.; Ecumenical Council Lenten Choir, 4 p.m.; Junior Choir, 5; Weight 4:30pjn.; Mass (FolkMass) for Edwin Grades K to 5 at Judson School, 3:20 to Friday, March 13 — Mass for John Series continues at Union Congrega- Watchers, 5:30; Junior Bell Choir, 6; Traver, 5; Bingo, church hall, 6:30. 4:40; CCD Grades 7 and 8 at school, 7 McLean, 7:30 ajn.; Wedding of Mich- tional, 7:30. Scouts, 7. Monday.March 16 —Mass, 12:10 to 8:30; Novena and Benediction, 7; ele O'Neil and Sean Walmsley, 5 p.m.; Tuesday, March 17 — Mass for Wednesday, March 18 — Brown- GerardCoviello,7:30a.m.;GiilScouts, ies, 4 and 6 p.m.; Cub Scouts, 6:30; church hall, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.; CCD Adult Bells, 6:45 p.m.; Adult Choir, Grades 3 to 6 at school, 3:45 to 4:45; 7:45. CCD Grade 7 at school, 5:45 to 6:45; Cub Scouts, church hall, 7 to 8:30; Victory Independent Baptist Legion of Mary, chapel, 7:30. 965 IMchfieU Road 274-5020 Wednesday, March 18 —Mass for John Lembo, 7:30 a.m.; Girl Scouts, Sunday.March 15—Sunday School church hall, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.; CCD and Adult Bible Study, 10 a.m.; Junior Grades 3 to 6 at school, 3:45 to 4:45; Church, lOjMoming Worship Service, Confirmation I, church hall, 7 to 8:30; 11; Evening Service, 6 p.m.; nursery Fire of His Love Prayer Group, chapel, available all services. 7:30. Wednesday, March 18 —Wednes- day Evening Prayer and Bible Study, 7 Don't miss the chance to reach 38,000 Union Congregational pjn 161 Buckingham Street homes with your service or merchandise Oakville, 274-4848 Thursday, March 12 — Brownies, in our 6:30p.m.; Quilting Club, 7; EAG Bible Irish dinner Study, 7. THOMASTON — St. Peter's Sunday, March 15 — Sunday Church, 160 Main Street, will hold 1998 VOICES & TOWN TIMES Worship Service, Church School, 10:45 a St. Patrick's Day dinner on Satur- ajn. day, March 14, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 16 — Ecumenical in the church's great hall. SPRING HOME & GARDEN GUIDE! Council Lenten Series continues, 7:30 pjn. The menu will consist of comed Tuesday, March 17 — Girl Scouts, beef and cabbage, homemade pies Published in Voices Wed., April 8 6:30 pjn.; A.A. Meeting, 7:30. and beverage. The cost is $7 for Wednesday, March 18—Children's adults and $3.50 for children ages and the Town Times Thurs., April 9 Choir Grades K-5, 3:20 to 3:45 p.m.; 12 and under. O Senior Choir Grades 9-adults, 7; Boy For more information, call 283- Call our advertising department or your Scouts Troop 52, 7:30 5472. sales representative today! Voices (203) 263-2116 WATERTOWN Town Times (860) 274-8851 ANIMAL HOSPITAL 673 Litchfield Rd., Watertown, CT ... But Hurry ... • PHONE 274-2212 • 274-9651 Ad Deadline is Monday, March 30! PRISCILLA L. KERBIN, D.V.M. STEVEN M. PRICE, D.V.M. MARY E. HUHNDORF, D.V.M. DEBRA FREIDUS, D.V.M.

| All hours by appointment Evening appointments available. Town Times, March 12,1998 — 15 PropertyMarc hof 15, at 4 thep.m. The progra Watertownm of SS. Peter and Paul Church , aHistoricals SocietyMain Street. 'Irish Rhapsody' will feature the New England pre- guest organist. Births The screening is free and open WATERBURY—A program of mier of "Concert Piece for Organ A reception will follow the KALINOWSKI — A son, Bran- to the public. For more informa- "Irish Rhapsody" will be presented and Orchestra" by Irish composer concert. Donation is $5. For more don Michael, February 26 in Wa- tion, call 274-7531. VNA's next by First Congregational Church, watertownhistoricalsociety.orgCharles Villiers Sanford, with information, call 757-0331. terbury Hospital, to Michael and Cash-O-LaNiteatBurger King will 222 West Main Street, on Sunday, Stephen Roberts, musical director Danielle (Cote) Kalinowski, 18 be Friday, March 20, from 4 to 8 Pasta dinner Viola Street, Oakville. Grandpar- p.m. A pasta dinner for St. John the ents are Mr. and Mrs. Roger Coteof Evangelist School will be held Oakville, and Mr. and Mrs. Ken AARP Chapter Wednesday, March 18, from 4:30 Weigold of Watertown. Great- to 7:30 p.m. at Father Filip Hall at grandparents are Irene Kiesel of The next membership meeting St. John theEvangelistChurch, 574 Oakville.IreneCoteofMaine.Mary of the Watertown Chapter 548 of Main Street. Kalinowski of Oakville, and Jo- the American Association of Re- The food will be supplied by seph and Mary Daddona of tired Persons will take place D'Amelio's Italian Eatery of Wa- Oakville. Wednesday, March 18, at 1:30p.m. terbury. Tickets are $5 in advance, at the senior center, 311 Falls or $6 at the door. Children's tickets Avenue, Oakville. All members are SAYRE — A daughter, Jillian invited to attend. are $3. Paige, February 6 in Waterbury Hospital, to Michael G. and Sammi The chapter has announced it Sayre. Grandparents are Gloria has a $500 scholarship available to CFIDS support any high school senior residing in LITCHFIELD—TheLitchfield Cabral, Salvatore Sullo, and Clyde and Karen Sayre. Great-grandpar- Watertown or Oakville who will be County Chronic Fatigue Immune graduating this year and planning Dysfunction (CFIDS) Fibromyal- ents are Dorothy Bollard, RitaGelb and George and Carolyn Sayre. to attend college. gia (FM) Support Group will meet The applicant must write an Saturday, March 14, from 1 to 3 essay of no more than 1,000 words p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library, Blood screening on "AARP — What Is It?" Dead- 160 South Street. VNA Health at Home, Inc., and line for submittal at the senior cen- The group regularly meets the Brooks Pharmacy will offer a blood ter is Wednesday, May 6. second Saturday of the month. For pressure screening on Thursday, For more information, call more information, call Karen March 19, from 10 a.m. to noon at Nancy Wolfe, center director, at Meares at (860) 489-4118. the Brooks in the Watertown Plaza, 945-5250.

WINNING STUDENTS: The Automobile Association of America recently held a regional poster contest to promote safe driving, and two students from Watertown' s St. John the Evangelist School were winners in the second- and third-place divisions. Aynsley Slock, left, a third grader, received a $50 savings bond for third place, while Kimberly Morrone, sixth grader, copped a $150 savings bond for second place. There were nine winners in all representing schools from East Haven, New Haven, Woman's Fairfield, Stamford and Watertown. Photo courtesy of Rosemary Grady. Breast Health New Physician Practice Series Opens in Watertown During the month of March, join Waterbury Hospital for a series of free programs on the very latest in Vincent M. Leone, MD Internal Medicine breast health. Learn what every woman should know about the basics of good breast health, as well as new options for the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ifelcome to : Mammography... Taking Charge Walk-Ms Welcome. 21st Century I Clearing Up the of Your Breast Evenings and Weekends Breast Care Confusion Health Some 1 million American by Appointment. ^ So when should you have Women find the majority of % women undergo breast your first mammogram - and breast lumps themselves. i biopsies each year. Waterbury ?' how often? What exactly Learn from our breast health * Dr. Vincent M. Leone has opened Hospital physicians will * does a screening mammo- specialist how easy it is to introduce you to the latest , * gram show you and your incorporate breast self-exams;: the Watertown HealthCare Center advancements in the diagnosis doctor? What if your results into your personal wellness at 1044 Main Street in Watertown. f breast disease. Learn about are abnormal? Answers to : routine. Find out what to Sigmoidoscopy available on site. s breakthrough non-surgical these and other questions | look and feel for, and what's "east biopsy now available at about breast health will be I normal for you. Is there a : Associated with ]ose R. Orellana, MD, Waterbury Hospital - the first covered by a Waterbury connection between diet/ Naugatuck. l our region. Get a glimpse ' • Hospital radiologist and an • exercise and breast cancer? ; of a state-of-the-art technique experienced team of certified Get the straightforward facts r determining whether mammography technicians. from our chief dietitian. Light t cancer has spread, via Light refreshments will be refreshments will be served. served. Medical Degree: t identification of a single Monday, March 23 S.L/.N.Y. Health Science Center, Brooklyn "sentinel" lymph node. Light Wednesday, March 11 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. freshments will be served 10 a.m. to 12 noon Location: The Brass Mill Center Residency: i both dates. ": Location: The Brass Mill Center mall Conference Room, Lower Internal Medicine - Boston City Hospital Affiliated with: Two dates to choose from: mall Conference Room, Lower Level next to Champs Sports. 1 Level next to Champs Sports. Fellowship: riday, March 6 Keynote Speakers: I p.m. to 4 p.m. Keynote Speaker: Joanne Miller, R.N. Gastroenterology - Robert Wood Johnson Saint Marys , {valet parking available) Radiologist Anita Borque, M.D. Katy Hanlon, M.N.S., R.D. New Jersey Medical Center Location: Bizzozero Conference Advance registration is required Advance registration is required Room, Waterbur; Hospital at (203) 575-0730. at (203) 575-0730. Board Certified in: keynote Speakers: Internal Medicine urgeon Edward Kwasnik, M.D. Radiologist Stephen Stein, M.D. .hursday, March 19 Accepting New Patients By Appointment. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Most Insurances Accepted. Location: Bizzozero Conference IBS Room, Waterbury Hospital Watertown HealthCare Center Keynote Speakers: Surgeon David Knight, M.D. WVTERBUPY 1044 Main Street, Suite 2C, Watertown, CT Radiologist Stephen Stein, M.D. HOSPITAL Advance registration is H E A L T H • C E N T £ B 86O274»2094 recommended at (203) 575-0730. caring makes a world of difference 16 —Town Times, March 12,1998 Property of the Watertown HistoricalNorth-South — Edna Steward / Societyment of Behavioral Healt h at Wa- Nutmeg Squares Connie Monahan, 108; EUaPrillig/ terburyHospital,64Robbins Street, The Nutmeg Square and Round DougMcCann, 101;JoeMazurski/ has created a centralized admis- Dance Club will hold a "Student" George Hughes, 89; and Linda sions and triage team to simplify square dance, featuring caller Al- watertownhistoricalsociety.orgFayle/Teanne Hamilton, 88. East- admissions and requests for infor- lan Brozek and cuers Len and He- West — Maye Mead/Emily Daly, len DiFederico, on Saturday, March 108; Ellie Chizinski/Carmella 14, from 8 to 11 p.m. at Judson Marcella, 97; Marilyn Good/Phyl- Bydialing(203)573-6500seven School, 124 Hamilton Lane. All lis Gebhardt, 89; and Rita Cibulski/ days a week, 24 hours a day, a caller club level and new dancers are Gertrude Austra, 78. will be connected to a clinician, invited to attend. Games are played Tuesdays at 7 who will be able to initiate all serv- Admission is $3.50 per person; p.m. at the senior center, 311 Falls ices including inpatient and ambu- spectators are welcome at nocharge. Avenue, Oakville.Moreplayers are latory admissions, crisis evaluations Refreshments will be served. For welcome to attend; call 945-5250 and outreaches, as well as provide more information, call 274-6876. for more information. general psychiatric information. The club is sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. Behavioral health CLEAN TEETH: TonyLepore, DD.S., apedialric dentist in Southbury, WATERBURY — The Depart- visiledGriffinSchoolonFebruary25 aspartoj'Children'sDenlal Health T&C Squares Month. Dr. Lepore, who brought along a giant tooth, is pictured with WOODBURY — The Woo- students in Nancy Rowan's transitional first grade class. Accompanying Senior Scene dbury Town & Country Square him to Griffin and other area schools was his office manager, Judy The Watertown Chapter 548, AARP, will hold its next general mem- Dance Club will hold a plus-level Umstead, who is Mrs. Rowan's sister. Dr. Lepore spoke to the children dance in honor of caller/teacher bership meeting Wednesday, March 18, at 1:30 p.m. at the senior center, and showed slides on dental hygiene and cavity prevention. — Times Allen Finkenaur on Friday, March 311 Falls Avenue, Oakville. "Chuck's Fun Time Variety Tunes" is on the 13, from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Old Photo, Faber program agenda. Town Hall, junction of Mountain The senior center will host a 55-Alive mature driving course on Road with Main Street (Route 6). Mondays, March 30 and April 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the center. The Caller will be Mr. Finkenaur, Admission is $4 per person. Bridge scores | cost is $8 per person. The coujsejs being sponsored by the American and all his former students are es- There will be refreshments, door The following are the scores Association of Retired persons, register at the center or by calling 945- pecially invited to attend. Cuers prizes, anda 50/50 raffle. The public from the March 3 session of the 5250. will be Len and Helen DiFederico. is invited to attend. Watertown Recreation Bridge Club: The Elderly Health Screening Service will offer two screenings at the center on Mondays, March 16 and April 20. Suggested donation is $20. Those interested should call the center to make an appointment. Partici- pants should fast for three hours before the appointment. Information also is available at the center on the Home Exercise and Resistive Training (HJE.A.R.T.) program, which has a mandatory pre- testing date of Thursday, April 2. See Director Nancy Wolfe for more information. Energy assistance applications are being accepted by Mrs. Wolfe on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the center. Seniors should bring their current income statements for verification. The Watertown Recreation Bridge Club is active Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the senior center. Singles and newcomers always are welcome. "It's not a heart Listen to any of the area radio stations for information on whether senior citizen programs have been postponed or canceled due to inclement conditions or emergencies. attack, it's just SENIOR CALENDAR Senior center (311 Falls Avenue, Oakville) phone numbers — 945- 5250 and 945-5251 (minibus); lunch served 11:40 ajn.; activities for job stress..." March 12 through March 18: Thursday — Macrame Magic Class 9 a.m.; Progressive Bingo and Social Hour 1 to 3 p.m. Friday—Minibus in-town only; Exercise Class 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 10 a.m.; center closes 1 p.m. right? Monday—Appointments for ConnMAP and ConnPACE, and Energy Assistance 9 to 11 a.m.; Elderly Health Screening Service; Minibus in- town only in morning, to Waterbury in afternoon; Po-Ke-No, 1 p.m. Tuesday—Exercise Class 9 a.m.; Line Dancing 10 a.m.; Knitting and Maybe. But wny take a cnance? Crocheting Circle 1 p.m.; Bridge Club, 7 p.m. Wednesday—Energy Assistance 9 to 11 a.m.; Ceramics Class 11 a.m.; Tne cardiac experts at our new Minibus to Waterbury and mall (mall morning only); AARP Chapter 548 Cnest Pain Center (located within meeting, 1:30 p.m. our Emergency Department) will evaluate your symptoms quickly. You'll then rest in a private, comfortable environment — Magdy complete witji room for guests, Mikaiel FAMILY a telepkone, TV and VCR. D.D.S. DENTISTRY Best or all, you'll receive top- quality care without an automatic hospital admission. If it's nothing MIDDLEBURY MEDICAL CENTER serious, you'll be borne in no time. 687 Straits Turnpike, Middlebury No sweat. Just peace of mind. 24 Hour Emergency Service SENIOR CITIZEN COURTESY M 598-3889 3S Late Evening 8r Saturday Appointments • Handicap Accessibility for peace of mind

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Distributive Education Clubs of America ' MANY YEARS OF CARING watertownhistoricalsociety.orgThe Watertown High School DECA chapter took its annual trip to New York City on February 5, joining up with select members of the WHS Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club, and turned a fun event CARE CONNECTION into a learning experience. The students visited the World Trade Center, the New York Stock HOSPICE AND Exchange and South Street Seaport, and experienced first hand the fast pace of the business world. Information gained from the trip will be put SUPPORTIVE CARE to good use as students run the school store and fund-raising events. Joining our wide variety of DECA students will be selling MDA shamrocks to benefit the Muscu- home care services, an lar Dystrophy Association. The shamrocks are sold for a dollar and enhanced program to enable provide funding for local muscle disease clinics. Funding also provides patient and community services and provides hope to people through those facing a life-threatening research on treatment for neuromuscular disease. illness to benefit from a team approach to quality of life. Legion dinner Oakville. The unusual and mysterious (860)274-7531 or 888-274-7531 and dance "Sherlock's Veiled Secret,"by K.C. VNA HEALTH AT HOME NEW APPOINTEE: Joseph R. The Oakville American Legion Brown, will be the fifth work of the Gugliotti of Watertown, manager 195 and Auxiliary will celebrate St. season. Several women's roles are 27 Princeton Rd., Watertown of health services for business and being offered. Patrick's Day, the legion birthday We are proud to be GREATER WATERBURY industry at St. Mary's Hospital in and past commanders with a dinner For more information, call an affiliate of HEALTH NETWORK Waterbury, has been appointed by dance on Saturday, March 14, from Clockwork at 274-7247. fffii Gov. John G. Rowland as a public 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the post home, member of the Connecticut Board JBunter Hill Road. of Examiners for Physical Thera- Tickets are$20perperson. There pists. An alumnus of Central Con- will be a corned beef dinner served, necticut State University in New an open bar, door prizes, and DJ Britain, he earned his master's music for dancing. Proceeds will degree in social work from the help veterans' programs through- University of Connecticut in 1980. out the year. He has been affiliated with St. Deadline for tickets is Tuesday, Mary's Hospital since 1987, and March 10. For more information or has been active in promoting such tickets, call the legion at 274-1035 Got A Minute? services as occupational health, or Julie at 274-0897. employeeassistanceprograms.and case management for workers' Swift book fair compensation.lnaddition,hemain- The fourth annual book fair by tains a private counseling practice. KidsBooks will be held at Swift The Slate Board of Examiners for Junior High School, 250 Colonial not when its Physical Therapists consists of Street, Oakville, all next week. publicmembers.physicaltherapists Students will visit the library and a physician. The board advises with their English classes from the Department of Public Health Monday through Friday, March 16 on such matters as the standards of to 20, during normal school hours. A special session for parents will >ain practice]'ortherapists, educational requirements for licensing, and be held Thursday, March 19, from other issues related to the disci- 5 to 9 p.m. Books for children and adults HAVING PAIN OR PRESSURE IN pline of physical therapy. Photo YOUR CHEST... courtesy of St. Mary's Hospital. spanning a wide range of topics and subject areas, computer software, or a burning feeling or maybe just a puzzles, prints, and other items will chest ache that won't go away? PTSO meeting be for sale. For more information, Waiting to act is the worst thing The Parent-Teacher-Student call the school at 945-4830. Organization (PTSO) will meet you can do. Thursday, March 19, at 7 p.m. in CONSIDER THIS... the Swift Junior High School li- Auditions Saturday brary,250ColonialStreet,Oakville. Open auditions by Clockwork People who receive treatment All parents of students at the Repertory Theatre for its final show within the first hour increase their junior high are invited to attend. of the current season will be held chance of survival by 50%. For more information, call 945- Saturday,March 14,from noon to4 p.m. at the theater, 133 Main Street, When it comes to a heart attack, 4830. every second counts. Don't wait an hour. Don't wait a minute. Don't wait. Period. CALL 911 RIGHT AWAY! 25 Years Experience Ask to be brought to the Chest Pain Center at Saint Mary's Hospital. 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18 —Town TimesProperty, March 12, 1998 of the Watertown Historical Society using fund raisers the past two years Junior lo help support that goal. It is hop- ing to raise $2,500 on April 26 to be Jottings watertownhistoricalsociety.org donated toward the overall cause. Walk-a-thon will assist Walk-a-thon participants are Special Wishes, Inc. asked to meet at the entrance to The Junior Women's Club of Camp Mataucha off Smith Pond Walcnown will be holding its an- Road, with starting time 1 p.m. nual walk-a-thon on Sunday, April They should come earlier to regis- 26, beginning at 1 p.m. ter and turn in theirsponsorpledges. Each year the club has a walk-a- The route will be from the camp thon to raise monies for a commu- alongSmiihPondRoadtoLinkfield nity need, such as the Waterbury Road, left onto Bassett Road, an- for the Walertown area, as there were 90 donors. other left onto Northfield Road, YMCA's Camp MaBucha in Wa- Among them in left photo was Sandy Cary, while in tertown to help send kids lo camp, then right towards the camp again. or when Baldwin School was in right photo, donors enjoy some of the baked goods that Water and refreshments will be need of playground equipment were provided by the Juniors and appreciated by all. available along the way for the This year the cause is Special RECORD-BREAKER: The Junior Women's Club of Saturn ofWatertown, under the direction of Ron Chuba, walkers. Wishes, Inc., based out of Nor- Walertown held a blood drive under the auspices of the general manager, contributed fruit juice, fruit, and "This is a beautiful walk on quiet wich. The organization was "born American Heart Association on February 23 at crackers and cheese. The Juniors thank all who made country roads for a tolal of five out of love and compassion for Fellowship Hall of First Congregational Church. the drive a "great success." Photos courtesy of Mary miles," the Juniors stated. children stricken with life-threat- According to the AH A, the drive was a record-breaker Fette and the Juniors. Anyone wishing to participate ening illness," it stated in its bro- in the event should call Margrit chure. "We try to make at leastone Sue Ponton, a member of the Disney World, purchased personal with his family to Disney World. Morley at 945-6890 or Cheryl dream come true for children who Watertown Juniors, is president of computers, and helped make other Jessica, 4, from Waterbury, diag- Zuraitis at 945-0736. There will be no longer fantasize about growing Special Wishes. wishes come true. For example, nosed with A.L.L., had a special posters in stores around town with up to be firemen and cowboys or Special Wishes has sent young B J., age 9, from West Haven and wish of going on a shopping spTee.' information brochures explaining nurses and ballerinas." people, though the age of 18, to diagnosed with a brain tumor, went Donated teddy bears are given more details. to each child at the first interview with Special Wishes volunteers.and Area bird club now the huggable teddies are sym- SOUTHBURY — The Western bolic of the organization. Connecticut Bird Club will hold its When kids get cuts or scratches. The Junior Women's Clubs of next meeting Thursday, March 19, St. Mary's Hospital... Connecticut have set a goal to raise at7:30p.m.atRochambeau Middle Most cuts and scratches are superficial and $100,000 by June of this year, School, Peter Street. where children receive Debra Shearwater will present don't need emergency room care. Unless a through the help of its member clubs, $75,000 has been accrued an illustrated slide talk on "Sea- special Emergency care cut is deep and leaves skin edges separated thus far. birds and Marine Mammals of or longer than 1/2 inch (1/4 inch on the Two years in making Monterey Bay." It will focus on the face), it can be treated at home. Apply The Watertown club has been typical seabirds of Monterey Bay pressure to stop the bleeding. Wash with and their key fieldmarks. soap and water. Apply antibiotic ointment She will also give an overview of the marine mammals of the area and cover with a Band-Aid or gauze. Wash and describe how locating an Orca and change the dressing daily. Though pod "can make your day." you may be tempted to comfort a child Ms. Shearwater is the founder of by kissing a wound, it's liable to cause Shearwater Journeys, a boar tour contamination. So apply kisses elsewhere. company that has offered pelagic trips in California coastal waters for more than 20 years. Her slides represent the best of many slides taken on more than 1,100 ocean trips. The public is invited to attend free of charge. For more informa- tion, call (203) 426-9861. VFW auxiliary spring sale The annual spring tag sale by the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7330 of Oakville, will take place Saturday, April 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the post home, 85 Davis Street. The event Dr Kurt ]. Myers will benefit the Rocky Hill Veter- Director of Pediatric ans Hospital. Emergency Care at Table rentals are $15 each. For St. Marys Hospital more information or an applica- tion, call Jo at 274-3384 for an answering machine message, or When kids do need emergency care, Carmella at 274-8689. choosing a hospital with special skills can make a critical difference. St. Mary's Hospital, with the only board-certified M# pediatric emergency physician in the DR. McHUGH and Waterbury area, provides top-level emergency medical care and Level II ASSOCIATES, P.C. trauma care for kids. Every child who PODIATRISTS I comes to our Emergency Department is f seen by a health care professional who is Medical and Surgical Footcare specially skilled in pediatric emergency John M. McHugh D.P.M. • Joseph J. Blanchini D.P.M. medicine. That's special care. Practice office hours are M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturdays 8-12.

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NVL BOYS WHS swimmers ready for Class M meet VARSITY BASKETBALL 10 advantage. 200 free relay; it appeared a lost FINAL STANDINGS Junior Ian McQuade, one of. cause, until Catuccio hit the water. yon-Lost x-Crosby 2 seven Indians who'll take part in In a blistering :23.41 seconds, I*- the Class M Trials on Saturday, got x-Naugatuck 16-4 Catuccio wiped outthebody length- x-Sacred Heart the Indians in the win column by 16-4 plus deficit and touched the wall in x-Ansonia 13-7 capturing the 200IM in 2:14.41. 1:40.70. x-Holy Cross 13-7 Catuccio, also on his way to the Suitably juiced up by that great x-Torrington 10-10 Class Meet, took theleadoutofthe comeback, Aesif turned on the jets x-Wilby 8-12 blocks and won the 50 free in :24.18 and won the 100 backstroke in x-Seymour 8-12 seconds. 1:05.48 to lenthen the WHS lead to Wolcott 4-16 WHS took the lead for good by 86-69. Kennedy 4-16 sweeping the diving competition, Mike Montana's win in the 100 WHS 0-20 x-qualified for CIAC Tournament with Julie Lynch's score of 154.30 breastroke in 1:12.96 put the vic- points toppingChipLynch(130.85) tory in the Indians' pockets, and and Travis Bergquist (128.80). Davey chose not to score the final With Julie Lynch and Bergquist event, the 400 free relay. NVL GIRLS only freshmen, it appears as if one A season-ending overall record of coach Russ Davey's worries of 6-7 (2-4 NVL) might not look VARSITY CLASS M BOUND: Among theWatertownHighSchoolswimmers won't be on the diving board. like much, but with only Catuccio, BASKETBALL expected in action at the ClAC Class M Qualifying Meet on After thebreak, Mike Aesif then Chip Lynch and Jim Halligna de- FINAL STANDINGS Saturday in Middletown are (l-r): Jason KontoM, Dan Catuccio, began a surge which saw the Indi- parting through graduation, Davey W oil-Lost Brian Ray and Ian McQuade. Photo courtesy of Dick Beveridge. ans win fiveo f the remainingevents . has some solid blocks in place for Seymour 20-0 Aesif, a junior, swam to victory 1998-99. Holy Cross 18-2 by Jim Dreher captain Dan Catuccio, who made in the 100 butterfly in 1:00.94, a BACKSTROKES: Besides Ca- Naugatuck 15-5 Sky-high coining off their sur- his final home meet a memorable performance which Catuccio fol- tuccio and McQuade, Indians ex- Wolcott 13-7 prising second-place finish in the one, as he swam to victories in the lowed up in the 100 free, which he pected to compete in the Class M Torrington 13-7 NVL Championship Meet just Ihree 50- and 100-yard freestyle events, won in :53.48 seconds, followed by Meetare Apicella, Ray, Mike Sabol, Ansonia 9-11 days earlier, the Watertown High as well as a team first in the 200 Sacred Heart 7-13 teammate Brian Ray. Mike Montanit and Jay Kontout... Kennedy 7-13 School boys swimming and diving freestyle relay. Joe Apicella's second-place . The Class M Qualifying Meet will WHS 6-14 team rolled to a 97-86 victory over Perhaps the Indians were a little finish in the 500 free was followed be held in Middletown on March Crosby 2-18 Maloney High School of Meriden too hyped up at the start of the meet, bythemostexcitingraceoftheday. 14, with diving getting underway at Wilby 0-20 in their final dual-meet of the sea- as their winning team in the 200 Despite their best efforts, the 10:00 a.m. and swimming at 2:00 son on March 3 at the Frank Rein- medley relay was disqualified; with Irio of Aesif, Apicella and Ray p.m The Class M Champion- Final Four picks, hold Pool. wins in the first two events, the weren't able to catch the Spartans ship will beat Wesleyan University The Indians were led by senior Spartans jumped out to an early 20- through the first three legs of the on March 18 at 6:30 p.m. page 22 Gold Circle selects 1998 honorees: Hamel, Talarico and Pogodzeinski by Ken Krayeske Romano in a letter to the HOF seven years, he led his teams to six The21st annual Water-OakGold nominating committee. Litch-Haven League pennants. Circle of Sports Awards Banquet Hamel started Town & Country, Talarico also officiated high will honor local sports luminaries managing and playing right field, school basketball as a member of RichieHamel.BemiePogodzeinski in 1967, two years before Romano the Litchfield Board No. 7 for 23 and Tom Talarico as its 1998 Gold began his career. In 1983, Hamel years, and umpired Softball for 10 Love, Russin in MLB camps Ring recipients on Monday, April changed the team name to Allyn's years. He also played and coached 20, the organization announced Cleaners and continued to rack up recreational basketball, Twi-Met by Jim Dveher the tip of the iceberg for the former earlier this week. wins. baseball and Softball for more than WATERBURY — If Northeast St. John's (N.Y.) star. The trio joins an elite group of HedraftedRomanoin 1986, and 20 years. League baseball draws a derisive "Health problemskept him from 63 previous winners, many of whom together they went on to win the BERNIE POGODZEINSKI reaction from you as a league for joining us until midway through will be in attendance at the Grand state championship and finish the Talarico certainly reported on players who never made it, or never last season, so many of our fans Oak Villa on Sylvan Lake Road in season ninth in the national tourna- and coached against Bernie Po- will make it to a major league or- maynothavehadmuchofachance Oakville. Tickets cost $30, and are ment in Spokane, Wash. godzeinski,a Waterbury nativeand ganization, perhaps it's time for a to see him pitch. The interest from available by calling Bob Iacovone TOM TALARICO former star athlete at Sacred Heart re-evaluation of that mindset. the Astros is a testament to his at 274-9041. Most of the stories about High School. "Pogo" received All- The Waterbury Spirit are offer- talent and to his potential." RICHIE HAMEL Hamel's teams probably passed City honors in both baseball and ing plenty of evidence that poten- Love is the fourth member of the Hamel.ownerof Allyn's Clean- through Talarico's hands. Talarico basketball in his senior season of tial big league talent is right on the 1997 Spirit to be placed with a ers on Echo Lake Road, earned has been a part of telling Greater 1953, and won honorable mention local doorstep, as the number of major league organization, joining recognition for his successful ca- Waterbury about its athletic on the All-State basketball team. players from the first-year rostero f Dave Fleming (Yankees), Tom reer leading men's fast-pitch soft- triumphs, traditions and tailspins After a two:year stint in the the Spirit who have signed with Russin (A's) and Ed Ponte (Reds) ball teams. In his 20 years as spon- during 29 years staffing the sports Army started in 1954 and finished major league clubs stands at four. in big league camps. sc id 15 as manager, his two desk at the Walerbury Republican- as sargeant in 1956, he signed on Woodbridge native Jeff Love is RUSSIN SIGNS WITH A'S tea. j competed in seven national American. with SNET, where he worked for heading to major league spring Count Russin in among a grow- championships, finishing third in Talarico, born in Woodbury in 40 years before retiring in 1995. In training, as the Waterbury Spirit ingnumherofex-SpiritpIayerswho 1980, sixth in 1978, eighth in 1977 1947, was an All-Berkshire League the meantime, he married, had a announced that they had sold the is getting a shot at his major league and ninth in 1986. catcher in 1965atNonnewaugHigh family—two sons Eddieand Steve contract of the pitcher to the Hous- dream. His Town & Country Cleaners School. Stationed in Panama with —and coached youth sports teams ton Astros' organization. Russin, the Northeast League's were the winners of 11 league cham- the U.S. Army shortly thereafter, from 1972 to 1988. Love signed a Class A contract, 1997 MVP, signed a minor league pionships, four state titles and three he played on a Southern Command Pogodzienski coached CYO with the opportunity to challenge contract with the Oakland Athlet- New England pennants, while Al- Fast Pitch Softball team that toured basketball (St Stanaslaus) and for a AA position at the Astros' ics' organization earlier this week. lyn's Cleaners captured four league Central America. Catholic grammar school basket- camp in Kissimmee, Fla. Last season, the first baseman crowns and three state trophies. The After returning to Connecticut, ball teams. Ashead basketball coach "Jeff can be a very productive batted .324 with eight homers and Connecticut Amateur Softball he married, fathered sons TJ. and of St. John the Evangelist School in pitcher," Spirit GM Russ Ardolina 74 RBI, along with a .386 on-base Association of America recently Michael, and moved to Watertown 1985, he guided the school to its said of Love, who was 4-1 with a percentage. enshrined Hamel into its Fast Pitch in 1977.Soonafter,he began coach- first city championship; in 1986 he 4.25 ERA in 1997, his second sea- In bidding Russin best wishes, Hall of Fame. ing, guiding Water-Oak Little led the blue and white to its first son on professional baseball. Ardolina said, 'Tom had a terrific "Richisamanofintegrity.strong League teams for four years, guid- state crown. Used primarily in relief, Love year for us, and this opportunity convictions and is a great leader," ing his charges to three champion- He now lives with his wife on struck out 32 batters in 29 innings with theA'sorganization shouldn't said his friend, foe and pitcher Joe ships. As a Babe Ruth skipper for (Continued on page 22) of work, but Ardolina sees that as (Continued on page 23) 22 — Town Times, March 12,1998 SportsProperty of the Watertown Historical Society Hooping it up watertownhistoricalsociety.orgGold Circle honors with Watertown Recreation Youth Basketball (Continued from page 21) A fearless Westgate Road in Watertown. In Watertown Parks and Recreation Basketball League action: URGENT MEETING MONDAY AGES8-9BOYS: Kentucky defeated Duke,24-17behindConnor Final Four-cast; Rafferty's 10 points and Luke Erickson's six; Tim Taylor (10) and The Gold Circle will be holding Jeff Zaremski (7) topped the Duke scoring Arkansas pounded its next meeting on Monday, March Tough times for North Carolina by a 30-11 score, led by Thomas Baudinet, who 16 at Charles Dickens' Pub, 965 scored 18 points, while Kyle Gambone added eight Notre Dame Main Street at 7:15 p.m. Packers improved its record to 7-2 with wins over Boston College and All Awards Banquet committee by Jim Dreher Miami, led by Chris Boylis and Will Sirotnik, who each posted two- members must attend this impor- game totals of 22 points. The Irish have one game remaining. tant meeting. After a one-year absence, the chase begins this evening, sometime after 10-11 BOYS: UConn raised their record to 8-1 with a 34-30 victory over Syracuse. Leading scorers were Jonathan Nagel with WHSAA 10. eight points, Mark Zaborowski with seven and Ty Mencio with six. The eyes of the UConn Nation will be focused on the Nation's Capital 8-10 GIRLS: Team Three defeated Team Five, 18-15, with banquet Sunday when the Huskies face Fairleigh Dickinson at the MCI Center in their Ashley Hasenbein's seven points pacing the effort.... Team One The Watertown High School NCAA Tournament opener, with a possible date against Bob Knig had little problem dispatching Team Five, winning by a46-12 score Athletic Association (WHSAA) Indiana Hoosiers on Saturday. to run their record to 7-0. Colleen Sakl (16), Leah Pandiscia (12) and will be holding its Winter Sports Will this be the year for Jim Calhoun's Huskies; the year it finally all Cortney Forget (12) finished in double figures. Banqueton Sunday, March I5,from comes together in the Big Dance, or are the citizens of The Nation in for 5:30-8:00 p.m. at Cavallo's another Final-Fourless tease? Crestbrook Restaurant, Northfield That could be determined by what takes place on, of all places, the College Notes Road. Huskies' own home court at the Civic Center, where top-ranked (in the ! East Region and the nation) North Carolina will play their first two games. Union College (Schenectady, N.Y.) won an unprecedented fourth Tickets are available from team representatives. For the Huskies to have a chance of playing in San Antonio on March consecutive Upper New York State Men's Collegiate Athletic Associa- 28, they'll need either: a.) a major upset, or b.) an injury to Tar Heels' star tion Swimming and Diving championship on March 3 at Hamilton Antawn Jamison, because beating Carolina in a regional final in Greens- College. The Dutchmen scored 1,445.5 points to defeat homestanding Water-Oak boro would be a huge undertaking. Hamilton, which tallied 1,381 points. Every single Dutchman posted a They can do it if: Khalid EI-Amin stays within himself, Richard personal best and everyone scored for Union, which took a narrow Little League Hamilton shows why he was the Big East Player of the Year, Kevin 457-455 lead after the first day of competition, and a 952-915 edge Youngsters interested in play- Freeman shows that the wrist is okay, and Jake Voskuhl stays out of foul heading into the final day of the meet. Among the winning Dutchman trouble. , was junior MATT MAURIELLO, a 1995 WHS graduate, who finished ing Water-Oak Little League Base- ball for the 1998 season may regis- We'll find out the answers soon enough, because that's why they play fourth in the 200-meter fly and seventh in the 400IM. Mauriello, who the games, right? specializes in the freestyle and IM events, is a two-time letter winner. ter at the Watertown Recreation DepartmentofficeatDepot Square, Scanningthebrackets.thetopseedwiththeclearestroadtheFinalFour 51 Depot Street, from 10:00 a.m.to looks to be Kansas, because the No. 2 seed in the Midwest is Purdue, From the sports mailbag 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fri- which should come as a message. To the Sports Editor: days. Teams to watch: East—Xavien West—Arkansas (a Razorback run There need be no asterisk next to Nykesha Sales' name in the record Boys Majors tryouts will be held would serve as another effective Presidential stall tactic); Midwest — book, as no Big East record was changed, no NCAA record was changed. on March 28 (rain date: March 29) Clemson; South — Michigan (we all know what happened the last time This only involved UConn; the record will not enhance Sales' status as at Mosgrove Stadium field at the the Wolverines went into the Tournament with an interim coach, don't a professional player—that was already assured. This was merely a gift following times: 10:00a.m.to noon we?). from a decent coach to a deserving and decent player. for 10-year-olds; 12:30 to 2:00p.m. Here goes, our Final Four: If the fact of her record bothers you, consider the following when May for 11-year-olds; and 2:30 to 4:00 MIDWEST —Kansas rolls around: p.m. for 12-year-olds. SOUTH — Duke With college commencement exercises in full swing, how many Boys Seniors tryouts will be held EAST — North Carolina honorary degrees are going to be given out to people who did not put in on April 18 at Veterans' Memorial WEST —Arkansas the classtime and in many cases did not even attend the university ParkFieldNo.2from9:30toll:30 In San Antonio, we like Kansas over Duke, and North Carolina over conferring the degree? How many of these degrees will, in the future, be a.m.; the rain date and location is Arkansas. listed by the recipient's name with the "honorary" conveniently left out? April 19 at Swift from 4:00 to 6:00 And your 1998 NCAA Men's Basketball Champions: The Kansas Will that honorary degree enhance a future public speaker's fee? p.m. Jayhawks. Nykesha put in the time in both on the floor and in the classroom. Girls Majors tryouts are sched- Who says that women's sports are different from men's? One other thought in light of the Latreel Sprewell ruling —perhaps uled for March 28 at Swift at he They seem to be catching up in thegeography department, if theNCAA Geno Auriemma made a mistake in judgement; perhaps it would have follwing times: 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Regional sites are to be believed. been better if he had choked Sales. for 10-year-olds; 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Try this on for size: Tucson is an East Region host, while way out West Come on, folks; recognize a decent gesture from a good person and for 11- and 12-year-olds. Rain date are Gainesville, Fla and Durham, N.C. start worrying about the real problems in sports. is March 29,alsoatSwift, with 10- Was this drawn up by the same people who gave us the NFC East? Sincerely, year-olds scheduled from 4:00 to Here's going out on a limb: Tennessee will win the NCAA women's Stan Hopton Jr., 6:00 p.m. and 11- and 12-year-olds crown. Watertown working out from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. It hasn't been the best of years for the Green Bay Packers, has it? Senior Girls Byouts will be on After winning the NFC title game in San Francisco, the Pack has, in April 18 at Al Deland Field No. 1 order, lost: Super Bowl XXXII, free agents Gabe Wilkins, Edgar Bennett, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., with the Aaron Taylor, Eugene Robinson, Craig Hentrich and Doug Evans. rain date April 19 at the same time. As if that won't test Packer braintrust Bob Harian, Ron Wolf and Mike Look For Your Holmgren enough, the organization absorbed an emotional blow with the loss of Hall of Famer Ray Nitschke, who passed away last Sunday after Crime Stoppers WYH suffering a heart attack. Lordy, was No. 66 in green and gold great in that era when middle tryouts linebackers ruled the roost, when names such as his, Dick Butkus, Sam Insert in Watertown Youth Hockey will Huff, Maxie Baughn, Chuck Bednarik, Willie Lanier, Nick Buoniconti, be conducting tryouts for all 1998- Mike Curtis, Bill George and Lee Roy Jordan made us interested in what This Week's 99 travel teams from Sunday went on in the defensive trenches. through Wednesday, March 15-18, You get thepoint; we're talking loaded here, with one major difference at the Mays Rink off Guernsey town between these players and today's being that they confined their violent Road on the Taft School campus. moments to the field on Sunday afternoons. All interested players should call Nitschke's philosophy was a simple one. Ken Hrica at (860) 283-6606. "You want them to respect you when they run a play; you want L ,i to remember you are there." New football That he did, as his was a key contribution to five championship teams. Nitschke could act a little, too; his role in the Burt Reynolds' prison team seeks players football movie "The Longest Yard," was a memorable one. Watertown is planning to field a Can the Pack bounce back from all this? team in the Naugatuck Junior Foot- Congratulations to Marissa Fonti, WHS sophomore and girls basket- ball League during ihe 1998 fall ball player for the Indians, who nailed her biggest shot of the season at • Gampel Pavilion on February 21. TheNJFLhasnoweightrestric- At halftime of Ihe UConn-Notre Dame women's contest that evening, tions; those sixth, seventh andeighth Fonti connected from midcourtwith 10,000 fans cheering her on, winning If yours is graders interested in competing on two round-trip airline tickets (San Antonio, perhaps?) and a gift certifi- the team should call Watertown cate. missing High Schoolassistant football coach Frank Judson now knows who he can go to when he needs someone to call Kevin Cretella, who is one of the dial long distance. league's organizers. Trivia question: Name the NHL teams NOT coached by Roger Mr. Cretella can be reached at Neilson? 945-9940 WHS at 945-4818. Property of the Watertown Historical TowSocietyn Times, March 12,199 8 — 23 Sports watertownhistoricalsociety.org cluding Friendly's Logo Baseball Night, Task Force Management Getting their kicks ————— Spirit hot stove Mini-Bat Night and ENCO Pen- Watertown Association for Youth Soccer (Continued from page 21) nant Night. Anyone looking to surprise anyone who saw him play schedule an outing of 15 or more ; JT'S A SMALL WORLD CUP; WAYS is sponsoring GirlsAJ-16Girb;March21~U-14Boys;March22-—U- last year; in his young career, he's should call the Spirit office. th annual Little World Cup of Soccer for 5- arid 6- 19 Boys and Girls; STATE .FINALS. March 28 — U-12 been impressive every step of the year-olds, a si* -week program where; small groups will be Boys and Girls at Canterbury; March 29—U-14 Boys and way." •'.-. formed, with each group having a leader (coach) and an Girls at Canterbury, U-16 Boys and Girls at Southern Russin, who sports a .292 life- Crestbrook golf assistant.Thefirsthalfofthesessionwil? •: Connecticut State University, U-19 Boys arid Girls at , i nd drills, with scrimmages in the second half. No Coast Guard Academy, New London. . . . For more time batting average, was a 29th groups forming round pick of the Orioles in the scores will be kept and no standings will be posted. The information, call District VP Charlie Carollo at 354-3?50. The Crestbrook ParkLadies Golf main goal of the program is to expose children and their LOCAL SCHEDULES AT CANTERBURY June 1995 draft, is expected to be assigned to one of Oakland's Class League will begin its 1998 season parents to soccer, the skills they can develop, and the fun TOURNEY: On March 22, the U-19 Girls will face on Tuesday, April 7, at the course '•ihey can have. Brbokfield at 9:40 a.m.... Danbury at 10:30 a.m.... New A teams, with the opportunity to Fairfield at 11:15 a.m New Milford at 1:00 p.m. compete for a position at AA off Northfield Road. Registration will be held on Thursday, March 19 at the Any women interested in join- '-. Watertown Park and Recreation Deaprtment office at Also on March 22, the U-19 Boys will face New Huntsville in the Southern League povSquaie, 51 Depot Street, from 6:00p.m. to8:00pjn. Fairfield ai 3:05 p.rn. . . . Danbury at 4:45 pjn. . . . during spring training. ing this season should contact the ,.,ith a fee of $30, which will include an official LWC T- Torringional5:35pjn—Brookfield at 6:25 pjn.., .Town FRAZIER IN FOLD FOR '98 Park and Recreation Department, Suite 108 at Depot Square,51Depot . .shirt, ball, shinguards and socks. Plot at 18:05 psa. The Spirit also re-signed their ?: COACH SOUGHT: WAYS is seeking a coach for the Street, for information and an ap- MEETING: The Northwest District of the CJSA will top pitcher to a new new deal for U-12 Boyis Spring Travel Team. Anyone interested in the hold their monthly Board Meeting on March 18 at the New plication. All new members are position should call Ken Thomas at 274-7053. Milford Senior Center at 7:30 p.m. 1998, as Torrington native Ron : welcome. s^ SPRING SOCCER/TRAVEL NOTES: March 14 — LICENSE PLEASE: A CJSA "F* level instruction Frazier inked a deal through 1998, with a club option for 1999. A pizza luncheon also will be Monies, passes and rosters due; April 2—Coaches Meeting, clinic will be held on March 15, beginning at 8:30 a jn. at held atCavallo's Crestbrooklnn on 7:00 pjn: at St. John the Evangelist Church; April 18 and the Southern Connecticut Stale University James Moore Needless to say, Frazier's sign- 19 — Spring season begins. ing pleased Ardolina, who called April 7 at noon to usher in the Fieldhouse in New Haven. The featured instructor will be season. For more information, call EdTtemble, USSF coaching instructor and USSF-licensed Frazier "a proven winner who brings NW DISTRICT AND CANTERBURY TOURNEY Nancy at (860) 274-8745. SCHEDULE: March 14—U-16 Boys; March 15— U-12 coach and former Connecticut state coaching director. experience and leadership; we're thrilled to have him back as the Anyone wishing to join the anchor of our staff." Crestbrook Seniors Retirees Golf League should fill out an applica- Frazier, who compiled a 12-4 tion at the Parks and Recreation record last season, was the leader of Department the Spirit staff, which led the North- east League in team ERA. He was The group plays on Wednesday second in the league in wins (12) mornings at8o'dock at Crestbrook and third in complete games (six). Park.withaslartingdateofWednes- The winning numbers are not day, April 8. Applications must be unusual for Frazier, a 12th round received by March 27. draftee by the Yankees in 1990, who pitched with currentPinstriper Easter Seals Andy Pettitte at Albany in 1993 and 1994; the righthander owns a volleyball tourney 58-39 record and 3.48 ERA in eight NAUGATUCK—The spirit of minor league seasons. competition will be alive for all SPIRIT NOTES: Fleming, who those in the Greater Waterbury area resides in Southbury, is making a who love volleyball, as the Easter serious bid with the Yanks, who Seals' 14th annual VolleyBlast may need all the help they can get; Tournament will be held on Satur- in his latest spring outing, which day, March 28, at Naugatuck High came against Toronto on Sunday, School, Rubber Avenue Ext, from Fleming hurled three scoreless 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. innings.... The Spirit are looking The entry fee for up to nine- for families to host players for the player teams is $240. Refreshments 1998 season. Each host family will will be available throughout the receive two complimentary tickets day of the tournament, with tro- to every Spirit home game. Call the phiesawardedtolhewinningieams Spirit office at (203) 419-0393 for in each division. more information... . Group out- For more information, or to ings are now being scheduled, with register a team, ell Joanne Cavallo, seats still available for many of this evenls coordinator at (203) 754- season's biggest promotions, in- 5141.

•AUTO BODY AND TOWING - MAJOR I MINOR COLLISION WORK Icy FOREIGN I DOMESTIC - UNIBODY & FRAME AUTOMOTIVE STRAIGHTENING - HIGH TECH PAINT BOOTH 1997-98 WHS GIRLS FRESHMEN BASKETBAIZ TEAM: Played a limited schedule of games - QUALITY USED CARS 4 this season, but there's a good sign for the future, as the young Indians went undefeated under Auto Body Repair ANTIQUE AUTOS Tammy Gray (standing, at left). Photo courtesy of Mary O' Neill. -ASK ABOUT OUR OTHER By People Who Care AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES Age Group splashers third at Yankee Meet Over 15 Yrs. Experience 274-2547 Written Warranty / Work Guaranteed 79 Commercial St. by Jim Dreher Widman, 1:16.32; 12. E. Giuffre, 1:09.58; 5. E. Berry, 1:14.97; 8. S. FREE ESTIMATES Watertown The Watertown Park and Rec 1:17.52. Widman, 1:24.02. 231/2 HR TOWING Mon.-Fri. 8-6 15-over 100 back: 9. T. Polletta, STATE LICENSED A' ^roup Swim Team finished in 13-14 100 free: 6. K. DeLuise, Watertown 274-6366 Sat. 8-12 inn*, place at the Yankee League 1:04.52; 7. K. Palmer, 1:1:04.71; 9. N. 1:18.69. APPRAISERS Championship Meet, which was Szalapski, 1:05.49. 9-10 100IM: 2. C. Bozza, 1:22.91; held at the Frank Reinhold Pool at 9-10 50 fly: 2. C. Bozza, :35.88; 5. 4. M. Bachuretz, 1:24.86 , , WHS on March 7. K. Stokes, :39.52. 11-12200 IM: 4. B. Lutter, 2:58.23; 11 -1250 fly: 2.1. Alex, :34.72; 6. A. 8. D. Atkins, 3:11.61; 9. C. Caulfield, Watertown finished with a final Komninos, :36.52; 7. M. Riley. :37.40; 3:15.21; 12. S. Coppola, 3:28.39. score of 900 points. 8. E. Giuffre, :37.81; 10. T. Kilfeather, 13-14200 IM: 4. K.Palmer,2:33.99; WATERTOWN GIRLS :40.57; 11. E. Mulligan, :43.24. 6. R. Polletta, 2:42.83; 7. J. Herbert, POINT-WINNERS 13-14 lOOfly: 6. J.Herbert. 1:09.61; 2:43.47; 12. J. Frenkel, 3:08.51. Ages 9-10 200 medley relay: 4. 8. R. Polletta, 1:14.12. 15-over 200 IM: 7. R. Russo, "-;. INC Watertown A, 2:3437. 13-14 200 free: 11. J. Frenkel, 3:05.47. 11-12 200 medley relay: 3. Water- 2:37 .58. 9-1050 breast: 10. H. Smith, :46.27; ervice town A, 2:21.06; 5. Watertown B, 15-over 200 free: 9. S. Norton, 12. K. Stokes, :47.87. 2:2722. 2:41.56; 10. R, Russo, 2:49.03; 11. M. 11-1250 breast:5.V.Casper,:39.40; iComp 13-over 200 medley relay: 6. Wa- M'Sadoques, 2:56.28. 9. C. Caulfield, :42.93. terlcwnB. 2:10.31. 9-1050back: 5. H. Murphy, :41.29; 13-14 100 breast: 3. N. Szalapski, 24 Hours a Day, 365 Days a Year! 9-10 100 free: 3. M. Bachuretz, 8. F. Voudris, :42.92; 10. K. Cruice, 1:2036; 4. A. Poulin, 1:20.75. 1:12.98; 6. H. Thomas, 1:15.07; 8. J. :48.13. 15-over 100 breast: 11. M. M'Sa- NOW Call for Current Low Rates coo Doyle, 1:19.21. 11-1250 back: 2. J. Alex, :35.25;4. doques, 1:39.54. 11-12 100 free: 4. G. Pearce, M. Riley, :36.87; 10. L. Frenkel, :39.76. 9-10 50 free: 7. H. Thomas, :33.67; 596-7979 1:09.85; 7. B. Lutter, 1:10.92; 11. K. 13-14 100 back: 3. A. Poulin, (Continued on page 24) 24 — TowPropertyn Times, March 12, 1998 of the Watertown Historical Society Sports watertownhistoricalsociety.org Swimmers third at YL meet (Continued from page 23) 9-1050fly:4.T.Murphy,:42.66;7 8. H. Murphy, :33.83. M. Jcdd, :57.78. 11-1250 free: 3. G. Pearce, :31.28; 11 -12 50 fly: 2. A. Bachuretz, :31.27; 5. A. Korminos, :31.64; 7. K. Widman, 4. P. Linehan, :32.95. :33.45; 9.T. Kilfealher, :33.99; 11. C. 11-12 200 free: 2. P. Linehan, Alex, :34.88. 2:33.60. 13-14 50 free: 11. K. DcLuise, 9-10 50 back: 3. D. Kieman, :42.79. :28.89. 11-1250back:l.C.Bergin,:3133; . 15-over 50 free: 8. T. Pollctta, 3. P. Kieman. :36.77; 10. B. Wilson. :29.70; 10. S. Norton, :32.78 :46.66. includes front row, left to right, Mike Paternoster, 9-10 200 free relay: 4. Walertown 9-10 100 IM: 3. A. Germain, KevinPelleiier,BillyKultnann,JulieCavanaugh,Mary A, 2:16.19. 1:25.76; 8. T. Murphy, 1:33.03. 11-12 200 free relay: 2. Watenown 11-12 200 IM: 2. A. Bachuretz, Buckley, Lise Drenning, Adam Foy and coach Rocco A, 2:05.21; 6. WatertownB, 2:15.21. 2:34.30; 6. P. Kieman, 3:05.50. Calabrese. Standing back row, left to right, are Lou 13-over 200 free relay: 3. Waler- 9-1050breast: 10. M. Jedd, :53.21. Banda, Steve Franson, Jason Lodge, Casey Hone& town A, 1:56.97 11-12 50 breast: 4. J.'Dellanno, Jacob Pelletier, Shaun Franson, Karen Barber, Chris WATERTOWN BOYS :38.84; 9. J. Curtis, :43.03. SEASONAL OLYMPICS: Lise Drenningjar left in left MacGrail, Ryan Mitchell, Matt Franson and Patty POINT-WINNERS 9-1050 free: 2. A. Germain, :32.85. photo, a member of the Watertown Special Citizens ski Lapio. Missingfrom photo was Tony Mucciaro. All the 9-10 200 medley relay: 3. Water- 11-1250 free: 9. J. Curtis, :33.73. team, leads all the guests and athletes in reciting the town A, 2:50.66. 13-14 50 free: 10. A.Nonon, -.45.59. athletes were well prepared, happy and ready to 11-12 200 medley relay: 1. Water- 9-10 200 free relay: 5. Watertown Special Olympics oath at the recent Special Winter participate in the competitions, enjoying that weekend town A, 2:10.55. A, 2:36.71. Olympics Games: "Let me win, but if I cannot win, let andthe Saturday night dance. They skiedwell andwon 11-12 100 free: 1. C. Bergin, 1.1-12200 free relay: 1. Watertown me be brave in the attempt." The cross country skiing many medals for their efforts, Mr. Calabrese reported. 1:02.03; 5.1. Dellarmo, 1:08.07. A, 1:57.27. took place February 28 and March 1 at the Northeast Photos courtesy of Doris Banda and Cindy Franson, Utilities grounds in Simsbury. A team shot at right respectively.

Comprehensive review for advisory board Watertown's Advisory Council was followed by Lucretia Sveda, Mental Retardation. She warned on Transition hosted an early eve- director of enrollment for Nauga- parents they really needed to regis- ning workshop in mid-February to tuck Valley Community-Technical ter with her department when the allow parents of children with dis- College, and Laurie Novi, both of child is very young in order to reap abilities to hear from and speak whom reiterated the importance of the very real benefits. She had with a wide variety of community parents setting their children's faces application forms and informational service providers. Keynote speaker toward college, where that is ap- handouts. was Karen Palma Halliday, the state propriate, by finding out what is Ann Fortunato, representing of Connecticut's transition services offered and how their children can BESB, specifically advised parents consultant for the past 11 years. best be served. to start their eligible children on Ms. Halliday stressed the par- Ms. Novi made available copies listening to reading tapes for habit ents' need to acquaint themselves of the American with Disabilities and enjoyment so that they can READYING FOOD DRIVE: A few members of the Watertown Area with the reauthorized I.D.E.A. and Act and Section 504 (as applicable benefit from and be comfortable Association for Special Citizens are shown with some of the items they its requirements for transition. She to colleges and universities), point- with the process when they are hope to collect during their Special Citizens '98 Food Drive, which will pointed out that when disabled ing cut that the determinant for older. In the upper elementary be heldSaturday through Saturday, March 21 to 28, with collection points children leave public schooling services to college matriculants is grades, children who are eligible albanksandsupermarkets.LefltorightareMatihewFransonfforeground), where they have to be served, they indeed the ADA. She also provided can listen to retaping of their cur- Chris McGrail, Walertown Lions President David Jean, Lise Drenning, enter the world of "eligibility" — a helpful booklet: Academic Ac- riculum's textbook chapters. Billy Kulmann, Jacob Pellelier, Courtney Diorio, Karen Barber and where determination as to whether, commodations for Students with The process of obtaining these Shawn Franson. The food items will be donated to the Watertown Food how much and when services will Disabilities. tapes is done by ordering through Bank. Photo courtesy of Watertown Lions Club. be provided are as individualized Ms. Novi stressed the impor- the special services department of as the individual agency. tanceof their students(aW students) the public schools. Children with a ra-:*K*:*:-:*:.:.:.:*^^ The speaker talked about the toadvocate for themselves. "If they physical disability who have diffi- Richard Campbell has been named to the fall semester Dean's List at importance of balancing academic don't come to the office and iden- culty turning book pages, children Fairiield University in Fairfield. He is a senior majoring in computer learning with an opportunity to tify their needs, it is quite possible who are blind/visually impaired, science. participate in a variety of job expe- that we wouldn't know they're at and children who are dyslexic are riences, as well as the importance school," sheexplained. "They really eligible to apply for the recorded Stacie L. Palomba, the daughter of Michael and Darlene Palomba of of establishing long-term goals, have to learn to be appropriately textbooks. OakviUe, has been named to the President's List at Waterbury's Nauga- keeping in mind that public school assertive." The Connecticut Chapter of tuck Valley Community-Technical College for the 1997 fall semester. education is not "Cadillac" educa- Available DMR services Children with Learning Disabili- tion; it is "appropriate" education. Rick Coppola, representing the ties provided handouts and flier Ms. Halliday encouraged par- Bureau of Rehabilitative Services, invitations to its upcoming L.D. ents to call her if they had questions echoed their advice while telling conference. Look For Our Flyer In she hadn't addressed during the what his agency has been able to Parents interested in finding out workshop at (860) 638-4242. providefor students who meetBRS' more about the workshop are wel- Your Copy Of Marie Lagasse told the as- eligibilityrequirements. Things like come to contact Pamela McGuire, sembled parents and staff how the transportation, note takers and tu- Watertown's transition coordina- Town Department of Labor works, en- tors were mentioned. tor, at the high school (945-4810), couraging them to call her at Following Mr. Coppola, Maria or Betsy Hackett, director of spe- Times Workforce Connection (574-6971) Ierardi spoke about services avail- cial services, at the central offices if they had specific questions. She able through the Department of (945-4808). If you did not get LABONNE'S African drumming Club.Route 202, on Thursdays from required, and it must be accoi nied by payment. supplement WATERBURY — A day of 7:30 to 9 p.m. Djembe and doun African drumming will be held doun drum will be taught Call 274- For more information, call Sh- in your copy Sunday, March 15, at the Brass 0721 for more details. errie Gemmell at 945-0201. of City Ballet's location at 88 Cooke Psychic fair Street. Cheering class The Harvest Moen Marketplace Town Times The Djembe drum class will be A "Cheer Mania" cheer class is and Deli, 465 Main S treet, win host from noon to 1:30 pm. with master being sponsored this spring by the a psychic fair Saturday, March 14, artist Yamoussa Camara of Water- Watertown Recreation Department from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Six please call us town, while the dance class will be on Saturday mornings at Veterans readers will be available for 20- from 2 to 3:30 p.m. with master Memorial park, upper Nova Scotia minute readings (taped). at artist Aly Tatchol Camara. Both Hill Road. Patrons also may browse through instructors are from Guinea, West Participants will learn cheers, the health store's coffee, pastry and 266-4202 Africa. jumps, stunts and tumbling through gifts sections. There also will be or Cost per class is $ 12 ($7 ages 10 this introduction to cheerleading. information on alternative healing. to 15). For more information, call Classes will be May 2 through June For more details, call Marie or 274-9631 274-0721 or (203) 777-8262. 27 (except May 23) from 10 to Allison at Harvest Moon at 945- Mr. Camara also has begun a 11:30 a.m. for ages 6 to 15. Cost is 1003, or Dee at the Metaphysical new class at the Litchfield Athletic $25 per person. Registration is Center in Litchfield at 567-2784. Property of the Watertown Historical SocietyTown Times, March 12,199 8 — 25 Sports isjtfra/Entertainment/Reviewwatertownhistoricalsociety.orgs

The intrepid reviewer sees... The King and I' by Susan Faber bringing an appealing angle to the to expert choreography and stag- The world of the 19th century chauvinistic, autocratic ruler who ing, stunning costumes, strong Far East was brought to life on the demanded constant homage. Henry performances by dancers, and ef- Watertown High School stage this CyrwasastandoutasPrinceChulu- fective vocal accompaniment by past weekend with the production longhom, the King's son, and Miss Capinera and ensemble of the Rodgers and Hammerstein Judson School student Ian Sieller members. musical, "The King and I." Student played the part of Louis, Anna's Also noteworthy were perform- cast members of the WHS Theatre son, with confidence and poise far ances by local elementary school Arts Group provided entertaining beyond his young age. children playing the Royal Princes performances to enthusiastic audi- Christen McDcrmott carried off and Princesses. The young thespi- ences last Thursday, Friday and the demanding lead role of Anna ans held the audience's attention Saturday. with style, with an appealing voice, from the time they appeared on "The King and I" was the fourth and moved gracefully through the stage formally bowing to the King musical to be presented by the role despite the limitations of the to the deathbed scene that closed Theatre Arts Group. The musical immense hoop-dresses of the Vic- the production. tells the story of Anna Leonowens, torian era. Liz Capinera brought a "The King and I" was directed an English school teacher who ar- dramatic flair to the role of Tuptim, by Tom Cochrane, who has acted rived in Siam to teach the King's the newest member of the King's and directed in theaters throughout "The King and I" cast members Liz Capinera, as Tuptim, and Sean many children and ended up chang- harem who yearned for freedom the region. He will direct an up- Harreil as Lun Tha, prepare backstage for the second act of the musical ing the way the royal court viewed and Hue love. Sarah Dubauskas coming production of "Joseph and presented by the Theatre Arts Group at Watertown High School on the world. gave a strong performance as Lady The Amazing Technical March, 5,6 and 7. Actors from the high school andelementary schools in The show abounds with memo- Thiang, one of the King's many Dreamcoat" at Waterbury's Seven town entertained enthusiastic audiences with a lively rendition of the rable songs, including "I Whistle a wives. Angels Theatre. popular Rodgers and Hammerstein production. — Times Photo, Faber Happy Tune," "Hello, Young Lov- Cast members also included The choreographer was Bret ers," "Getting to Know You," and Sean Harreil as Lun Tha; Kris Poulter, who teaches drama and "We Kiss in a Shadow." The stu- Halliwell as Captain Orion and Sir voice at The Connecticut Childrens dents' vocal renditions received Edward Ramsay; Dcanna Rose as Dance Theatre in Watertown and professional-level accompaniment the Interpreter and Fan Dancer; has worked with theater groups Sunday organ concert by musicians under the direction of Joseph Shaves as The Kralahome; throughout the state. conductor/pianist Tina Marie Kristin Ocampo as Princess Ying WHS parent Jane Capinera at Thomaston facility LoRusso. Yuowlak; and guards Jennifer coordinated the production of the Student performers created Lopes and Alica Stanley. musical. Thestagecrew was headed THOMASTON — The Con- completed a bachelor's of educa- sympathetic characters that cap- Show highlights included the by stage manager Janet Galasso necticut Valley Theatre Organ tion degree in early childhood tured the essenceof the story. Chris Small House of Uncle Thomas and her assistant Tom Evans. Society will present internationally education at Arizona State Univer- Kiraly as the barefoot, bald-headed Ballet, a "play within a play," which renowned musician and theater sity. He recently received a mas- King gave a top-rate performance, soared to theatrical heights thanks organist Ron Rhode on Sunday, ter's of elementary education de- XxXvtSrW^^^ March 15, at 2 p.m. in the Thomas- gree at ASU. He teaches at Mesa ton Opera House, 158 Main Street. Arts Academy, and he also is the spends countless hours every year to the state presentations they at- Mr. Rhode will perform on the organistforFirst United Methodist maintaining and improving the tend when seating music is per- Marr-Collon theater pipe organ, Church of Gilbert, Ariz. instrument formed for atmosphere. which is permanently housed in the Although Mr. Rhode, who has Have had a glimpse Now, in a concert they can hear theater. 17 recordings to his credit, is held The marriage between the Op- all the bells, whistles, homs. As of 1998, Mr. Rhode has en- to the classroom through the week, era House and its Marr-Colton Advance tickets are $10, or $12 joyed a 25-year career as a theater he still finds time to maintain an cannot be easily matched, Mr. Dunn on Sunday, and are available at the organist. He has received "Top active concert and recording ca- said, noting there are justa handful Opera House box office. Group Rating 10/10" from CD Review reer. He continues to perform pro- of theaters throughout the country rates are also available. magazine on two of his recordings. fessionally across the United States, that can offer this type of musical Box office hours are 1 to 6 p.m. He was awarded "Theater Organist Canada, England, and Australia. entertainment Manypatronsof the Wednesdays through Saturdays; of the Year 1989" honors by the He is a favorite of the American Opera House have enjoyed a small call (860) 283-6250 for uckets and American Theatre Organ Society. Theatre Organ Society conventions glimpse of theaterorgan music prior more information. He has played virtually every ma- and regional gatherings. jor theater organ installation in the Designed for the venue OPEN EVERY DAY TIL 8:30 world. The 1926 Marr-Colton at the A native of Illinois, Mr. Rhode Opera House is a 3/15 rank (heater began his musical career on the organ and is the finest instrument Video Depot piano. He quickly advanced to clas- of its kind and size, according to sical pipe organ, and in 1968 held some of today's best theater organ- Depot Square Mall his first job on theater pipe organ ists whohave performed on it. What playing for roller skating. In 1973, makes it so special is the venue Watertown- 274-9800 Mr.Rhode moved to Phoenix, Ariz., itself, as the Opera House has a to start a long association with the comfortable, intimate setting with Check our prices and save $! Organ Stop Pizza restaurants. very impressive acoustics. In 1975 he moved to Arizona's The organ was designed for this Mon. • Tues. • Wed. • Thurs. Mesa location, where he held the type of setting, according to Jeff featured organist post and played Dunn, facility manager. Originally New Releases for pizza patrons until November, installed in the Danbury Palace, 1986. In July 1988, he again joined this organ was transplanted in the the staff as associate organist. 1960s to its current location, just in 2 For Only $2.74 Sin^e leaving the pizza parlor front of the proscenium arch at the on a ilar basis, Mr. Rhode has Opera House. The organ society HERE NOW • The Edge • In & Out • Critical Care • Good Burger • Devil's Advocate PASTA a* • Eve's Bayou • Match Maker Thursday • March 19, 1998 • 4-8pm • Most Wanted at the QrandOa^iVk • The Peace Maker 550 Sylvan Lake Road • Oakville, CT • Texas Chainsaw- ! im< L^"^Vt«H*° Available At: Next Generation ^rtKS, me. 4?Z,Kt.W&\. LaBonne's Epicure • Charland Karate JI'S Appliance *V

.. ;V.. -ClV) 1.1 .:.'•- I ' 26 — Town Times, March 12, 1998 rr-- MWPropertyl .Ci UniuM namtTnwuT of- the Watertown Historical Society Restaurants/Entertainmenwatertownhistoricalsociety.orgt 12, through Wednesday, March 18, Hometown Matinee: "The Arch of for Laurel Cabievision's commu- Triumph," starring Ingrid Bergman and Laurel Cable 5 nity channel. Charles Boyer; 2:30 p.m., "Cyclone"; Programs denoted with an * are 3, "Education Showcase," family and guide to local of local interest to Watertown and educator video guide to programs that Oakville. Programs are subject to teach; 3:30, "The Movie Loft" with Pat Murphy; 4, "Sir Lancelot"; 4:30, "The programming change without notice. Lonely Chef; 5, "Hopalong Cassidy"; Thursday, March 12 - 5 a.m.. "The 5:30, "Wai Lana Yoga"; 6. "Neighbor- WZBG Morning Show" live from hood News" — world news with Lisa LITCHFIELD — The follow- Lilchfield, with Dale Jones and Jeff Engstrom, *area news with Jeff Zeiner ing is the latest revised Cable 5 Zeiner; 9, Community Bulletin Board; at 6:20; 6:40, "Viewfinder" movie propam guide for Thursday, March 10, "The Recovery Network"; noon. review looks al "Sphere"; 6:45, "The Herbalist's Notebook," with Mark McDermolt; 6:50, "Inside Wisdom MARCH House"; 7, "People Helping People," the United Way program with host Sub Of The Michael Magistral!, interviews with SEAFOOD United Way member agencies, tonight: Kevin Pettit of The McCall Foundation Month discusses the many services offered to &CRAB the area by that agency; 8, "UConn A1I- Slar Academic Challenge,"high school 6" SUB 99 bowl hosted by Adriane Lyon, director of Torrington campus; 8:30, "Enrich- ing Your Health," with host David Snieckus looking at alternative health 1175 Main Street and food; 9, "The Commercial Rec- Watertown ord," Andy Thibaultof Lilchfield inter- «SUBWRY* views prominent local citizens, tonight: 274-2889 s snnoujicH TBA; 9:30, "Veteran's Voice," pro- SHOULD BE. duced by members of area VFW and American Legion posts, hosted by Leo NadeauofTorrington; 10, "Our Town." THIS ICE VERY NICE: Watertown residents Robert Ferrucci, left, and hosted by Dick Cosgrove of Torring- Ken Cometti took first place as a team with their ice sculpture of St. ton, interviews with government, busi- George and the dragon at the February 9 ice sculpture competition held Look' ness and education leaders in Litch- What the V field County, tonight: TBA; 10:30, at the Chester Winter Carnival and Ice Sculpture event. The pair have wee people St. Paddy's "HealthBeat" health issues, topic: been cutting ice for 11 years, and have entered a few such competitions at chubba's Making the most of your visit to the this winter. Mr. Ferrucci, executive chef at ChatfieldRetirementCommunity have gone Basket O'Charm 6 Green Bagels (Plain) •! Green Carnation doctor; 11, •"Neighborhood News"; inWestHartfordandowneroflCEGUTSCustomlceCarvings.alsowon and done •Two 4oz Green Cream Cheeses and 11:30, The Cable 5 11:30 Movie: for you One 3oz. Green Mint Jelly' 15 Green Candies a first place at the 23rd annual Winlerfesl and Ice Sculpture contest held Arranged in a Green Irish Top Hat and nicely "Murphy's War," starring Peter And... wrapped and topped with a Green Bow O'Toole. February 22 at Lyman Orchards; his creation was a pair of swordfish diving through a wave. Both men started sculpting al the 500 Blake Street they'll All FOR ,00 deliver ONLY ^2* Plus tax Friday, March 13—5 a.m., "The Cafe" inNew Haven with the help ofLuigiLuciani, general manager of the it, too! WZBG Morning Show"; 9, Commu- Please order in advance restaurant. "Luigi has to be one of the best sculpturers in the area, so with nity Bulletin Board; 10, "The Recov- Green Bagels on sale /his weet.-.os well as his talent he spent many hours with us to teach us how to create a great Irish Soda Bread wr/h w wirfioul raisins $1" /oof ery Network"; noon. Hometown Mati- nee: 'Terror in the Crypt," starring piece of art, and for that we have to thank him," Mr. Ferrucci said. Mr. 1044 Main St., Watertown Christopher Lee; 2p.m., "BunTrainer"; next io ifio Hollywood Home Video 274-4900 FAX 274-9044 Cometti is assistant food service director at the Alzheimer's Resource Mon thru Sat 6am-4pm,- Sun 7am-lpm Michael Watkins • Pierre Moron, proprietors 2:30, "TheGreatAmericanSlimdown"; Center in Southington. Photo courtesy of Robert Ferrucci. 3, "Education Showcase"; 3-30, "High School Basketball Gameof the Week," scheduled: TBA; 5:30, "Wai Lana "OWL's Bedtime Stories"; 6:55. Little produced by the Watertown prep school; Yoga"; 6, "NeighborhcodNews" world Guild of SL Francis; 7, "Brainstorm," 8, «"TGIF," Litchfield County variety MONTAGANO news with Lisa Gebhardt, *area news special repeats of past contests pitting show hosted by Joe Roche of Torring- with Jeff Zeiner at 6:20; 6:40, "Down school against school in academic ton, tonight: TBA; 9, "The Movie Loft"; FOODS & PIZZA Memory Lane," with Art Shaw; 6:45, challenges; 7:30, *"Taft Television," 9:30, "Revolution," alternative music video show hosted by Jamie McGurk 254 Falls Avenue, Oakville • Phone 274-9667 of Lilchfield; 10, "Images of Tarbert, Open Mon.-Fri. 'til 8 P.M. Ireland"; •"Neighborhood News"; and Start Planning Your Easter Menu Start Your Day The Farm Shoppe Way! 11:30, The Cable 5 Late Movie: "The We Have Rice Pies, Pizza Piena and Much More! Mummy," starring Christopher Lee and DINNER Peter Cushing. Planning A Spring-Time Function? Let Us Cater Join Us Saturday, March 14 — 8:30 am., Your Upcoming Communions & Graduations. Weekend Specials "HopalongCassidy";9, "OWL'S Sio- VALUABLE COUPONS Tues. Roast Turkey ries" ;9:30, "EducationShowcase"; 10, LARGE 18":; ANY 2 ITEM For... • Baked Fish "The Adventures of Robin Hood"; 10:30, "Northwest Passage"; 11, "Roy CHEESE PIZZA!!LARGE PIZZA St. Patricias Day • Salisbury Steak Rogers and Dale Evans"; 11:30, "The €kmtedBeef • Chicken Good Green Earth" with Peter Tonge, today: TBA; noon, "Cyclone"; 12:30 Excluding, Parmigiana pjn., "The Movie Loft"; l,"EcoView" Expires 3/19/98 Clams & Cabbage Includes Soup or Salad with John Palmer, today: "The Ancient Mariners" sea turtles; 2, "EcoForum" with Lincoln Bloomfield, today: TBA; ^VQ WATERTOWN Watertown Plaza FARM SHOPPE 2:30, "What's Playing at the Movies"; 3, "Our Town." Lisa Hedley conducts Depot Square Mall, 51 Depot St, Watertown 274-7353 274-5353 tour of newly-remodeled Bantam Cin- -"7\ All Items Available For Carry-Out f^\ . ima; 3:30, "Wai Lana Yoga"; 4, Q/niend(!y's •"Watertown High School Hockey;" * j )OPEN:.Mon. 7 am-3 pm; Tues.-Sat. 7 arti-8 pm; Sun. 1arh-2 pm taped earlier this week at Taft School's 1 *mm—^^ A FAMILY FAVQRIT^^HM^B Mays Rink, today: TBA; 6, All NevJs Channel; 6:30, "Cappy's Cape Cod Country," with Cappy Paxton, farmer KID Torrington resident turned itrv Veti & singer; 7, 'Talk of the Town," nosled EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY 971 Main Street, Watertown • 945-0617 • fax 945-0769 by actress Ruta Lee, tonight: long-term Mon & Tues 9-6 • Wed & Thurs 9-8 • Fri & Sat 9-9 marriages featuring interviews with 4-8 pm - kids 12 and under receive: some celebrities who have been mar- HOT SOUPS • HOT & COLD GRINDERS • DINNERS ried more than 30; 7:30, "Dee in Wis- • FREE BALLOONS - Call For Our New Specials Daily - dom's Kitchen," cooking with Dee • FREE CRAYONS • FREE DELIVERY • Donne, former Torrington mayor; 8, NAPOLI CHOCOLATE EASTER EGGS "High School Basketball Game of the • FREE ACTIVITY BOOKS Week." tonight: TBA; 10, "It's My EASTER PIES , Rice • Pizza Piena • Ricotta Show," featuring club informatiorj, AM A GREAT MEAL music, a dating service and music re- I [YMEDTUM CHEESE pizzAs] [2lARGFcHiisI pizzAs] I views; and 11, Sinister Saturday Cin,- including beverage 01*^4/% 70^ ema: "The Horror ot it. All," starring with color changing r Pal Boone and Dennis Price. straw and sundae for jmd • "Reg. jjReg. if13^pon Additionadion l Toppininggs Extra Additional Toppings Extra Sunday, March 15 — 7:30 ajnj • Visit our NEW ACTIVITY CENTER anytime! • OOn e CCoupopn Per CustomeCt r One Coupon Per Customer I f Go0dTdT ououh3 1S "WZBG Swap Shop"; 10:30, "St. Paul's ]^]^ 99 ' 'M GoodThrough3-18-98 Episcopal Church Services" live fron| * With an aduli purchase. Limit 2 Kid s Meals per adult purchase. Bantam; 1 p.m., *'TabIe in the Wilder! Property of the Watertown HistoricalTow Societyn Times, March 12,199 8 — 27 Real Estate ness," Bible commentary by F. Paul Roraback (R-64lh), tonight: TBA; 8, •areanews at6:20; 6:40, "TheHerbal- Haney of Warertown; 1:30, "The Pro- "CiryViewswatertownhistoricalsociety.org: A National Outlook," ist's Notebook"; 6:45, Little Guild of This French Colonial is a charmer phetic Word: The House of Yahweh"; hosted by Jim Driscoll of Torrington, St. Francis; 6:50, "Down Memory Exquisite 10 room home offers... 2, "Something Different" religious in- withlivecall-ins, tonight: TBA; 9, "Eye Lane"; 6:55, "OWL's Bedtime Sto- struction, today: TBA; 2:30, Wamogo Care: A Natural Approach"; 11, ries," 7, "Just Talking" with hostess •4 bedrooms High School; 3, "The Word Is Alive." •"NeighborhoodNews";andll:30,the Victoria Sansing, tonight: TBA; 7:30, • Contemporary flair today: things to know when witness- Cable 5 11:30 Movie: "The Ambassa- "All AboutSeniors," senior issues with ing; 4, "Liturgy of Celebration and dor," starring RobertMitchumandRock Nancy Gyurko, tonight: TBA; 8, • Customized thru & thru Remembrance," St. Francis Hospital Hudson. "Where Have AH the Dolphins Gone?" • Tile and hardwood floors Schol of Nursing's 98 years of excel- Wednesday, March 18 — 5 ajn., narrated by George C. Scott; 9, "Point Under Market Value • Skylights and more... lence; S, "Breakthrough" (time approxi- "WZBG Morning Show"; 9, Commu- of Order" produced by House Demo- mate) with the Rev. Cameron Ains- nity Bulletin Board; 10, "The Recov- crats, tonight: electric reconstruction; $289,900 Do Not Miss! worthofAdventChristianChurch,Tor- ery Network"; noon. Hometown Mati- 9:30, 'The Book Authority," Brian Jud Call Lori Today!! rington; 5:30, "America's Defense interviews author Beverly Kalleran; 10, nee: "The Adventures of Topper," star- REALTYE)px:inivus MOET PROFESSIONALS, LLC Monitor"; 6, AH News Channel world ring Leo G. Carroll, Anne Jeffreys and "Downtown" with JoAnn Ryan; 10:30, »07 MAIS STREET, OAMTILUI, CT. . appl'd kitchen, dining area, 2 full bams, garage & sliders to private deck & yard. PC#59-20O3. Call 598-0449. $219,900. Hosted by Josephine DiSamis. Call 598-0449. PCK59-2133. Din Middlebury Rd. to Artillery Hill and follow signs Directions: HI. 6 Watertown to Guernseytown Road. Left to Whispering HID, right at stop sign. #i in Corporate Relocation Follow ligni. WL\WA R4I/EIS David Nyman Realtors 264-3660 Southbury, CT " REAL ESTATE SERVICES ~ www^veU^om HOME-UNK: Oil () m n2-8M7,andafeiPCilohe»rifctMled property docriptioi«. 28 — TowPropertyn Times, March 12, 1998 of the Watertown Historical Society Real Estate Theatre presents 'The Amorous Am- bassador" at 133 MainStreet, Oakville, High School Athletic Association at Calendar watertownhistoricalsociety.orgbassador^' at 133 Main Street, Oakville, theater, 8:15 p.m. Call 274-7247 for Burger King, 1258 Main Street, 4 to 8 THURSDAY, MARCH 12 (heater, 8:15 p.m. Call 274-7247 for tickets; S12 reserved. pjn. Portion of patron receipts turned STORYTTME PROGRAM "The tickets; $12 reserved. SUNDAY, MARCH 15 back to benefit WHS AA activities. Wild Side of Reading" at Oakville SATURDAY, MARCH 14 WINTER SPORTS BANQUET by REHEARSAL by Westbury Drum Blanch library, 55 Davis Street, 10:30 PSYCHIC FAIR at Harvest Moon Watertown High School Athletic As- Corps at Heminway Park School, 37 ajn. and 1 pjn. for 3- to 5-year-olds. Marketplace and Deli, 465 Main Street, sociation at Cavallo's Crestbrook Inn, Heminway Park Road, 6:30 to 9 pjn. Special program today is build your 10:30 ajn. to 5:30 p.m. Six readers Nonhfield Road,5:30to8p.m. Tickets Call 274-4622. own bird feeder. No prcrcgistralion available. Call 945-1003 for informa- available from team representatives. GENERAL required; parent should accompany tion. MONDAY, MARCH 16 INFO NUMBERS: EMERGEN- youngster. Call 945-5360 for informa- OPEN AUDITIONS forClockwork WATER-OAK GOLD CIRCLE of CIES, 911; Routine Police Calls, 945- tion. Repertory Theatre's "Sherlock's Veiled Sports meeting at Charles Dickens' Pub, 5200; Routine FireCalls (business hours WATERTOWN GARDEN CLUB Secret," by K.C. Brown, at 133 Main Main Street, 7:15 p.m. All banquet only), 945-5220; Torrington Health at Union Congregational Church, 161 Street theater, Oakville, noon to 4 p.m. committee members should attend. District, 945-5270; Town Clerk's of- Buckingham Street, Oakville, 12:30 Call 274-7247 for more information. LENTEN SERIES "Attributes of fice, 945-5230; Parks and Recreation pjn. Program at 1 p.m.: David and CORNED BEEF DINNER at Fel- Lent" by Watertown-Oakville Ecu- Department, 945-5246. Kasha Furman of Cricket Hill Gardens lowship Hall of All Saints' Episcopal menical Council of Churches contin- DAILY REC INFOUNE: 274- on "Chinese Tree Peonies." Public Church, 262Main Street, Oakvffle,5:30 ues at Union Congregational Church, 9334; TOWN INFOUNE: 945-5272; invited, $3 donation non-members. to 7 p.m. Tickets $7 adults, $6 senior 161 Buckingham Street, Oakville, 7:30 WATER-OAK CRIME STOPPERS: HISTORICAL SOCIETY meeting citizens, $3.50 children ages 12 and p.m., open to public. Tonight: "Com- 945-9940; WELCOMEWAGON: 283- atsociery museum, 22 DeForestStreet, under. Call 274-2352 for information. mitment" with dialogue between Ruth 4437. Cindy Timm 8 pjn., guests welcome. Agenda: up- DINNER DANCE by Oakville and John the disciple. Refreshments to MEETINGS OF BOARDS date of activities. Call 274-1634 for American Legion Post 195 and Auxil- follow. AND COMMISSIONS more information. iary at post home. Bunker Hill Road, 7 TUESDAY, MARCH 17 Thursday, March 12 — Board of Prudential FRIDAY, MARCH 13 pjm. to 1 a.m. Corned beef dinner, DJ AL-ANON meeting at Christ Epis- Education budget presentation to Town STORYTIME PROGRAM "The music and dancing, open bar, door copal Church, 25 The Green, 10 ajn. Council in senior cafeteria at high Connecticut Wild Side of Reading" at Oakville prizes. Tickets $20 each, call 274-1035 "MAYOR FOR THE DAY" St. school, 324 French Street, 7 p.m. Branch Library, 55 Davis Street, 10:30 or 274-TJ897 for more information. Patrick Day Ceremonies begin at Town Monday, March 16—Town Coun- notes Hops' ajn. for 2-year-olds. No preregistra- SQUARE DANCE ("Student") by Hall Annex. 424 Main Street, 10:15 cil at Polk School library, 435 Buck- tion required, parent should accom- Nutmeg Square and Round Dance Club a.m. with salute to the flag. Testimonial ingham Street, Oakville, 8 p.m. HARTFORD — Prudential pany youngster. Call 945-5360 for in- at Judson School, 124 Hamilton Lane, Dinner for "Mayor" John Joseph Wednesday, March 18 — Public Connecticut Realty has announced formation. 8 to 11 p.m. All plus-level dancers Aloysius Barrett at The Westbury Buildings Committee at Town Hall top listers and sellers for January at REHEARSAL by Oakville-Water- invited. Admission $3.50; spectators Room, 666 Thomas ion Road, 11:30 Annex conference room, 424 Main two of its Litchfield County of- town Drum Corps at Swift Junior High welcome. Call 274-6876 for informa- ajn. to 1:30 pjn. Tickets $12 each, Street, 7 pjn. fices. Top listing awards went to available at Annex or from Mayor for School, 250 Colonial Street, Oakville, tion. Jim Reardon, sales associate, at the Day Committee. 6:30 to 9 pjn.; call 274-5542. CLOCKWORK REPERTORY Route 8 section PCR's Southbury office, and Dar- CLOCKWORK REPERTORY Theatre presents "The Amorous Am- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 lene Lundy, sales associate, at the STORYTIME PROGRAM "The resurfacing job Middlebury office. Wild Side of Reading" at Watertown Library, 470 Main Street, 10:30 a.m. NEWINGTON—A section of Top selling awards for January and 1 pjn. for 3- to 5-year-olds. No Route 8 northbound in Thomaston went to sales associate Harriet prcrcgistration required; parent must and Watertown will begin to be Luccaro of the Middlebury office, attend. Call 945-5360 for information. reconstructed and resurfaced this and sales associate Cindy Timm HISTORICALSOCIETY Museum week, according to James F. Sulli- out of the Southbury office. at 22 DeForest Street, and nearby his- van, state transportation commis- Peter Helie, Prudential Con- toric schoolhouse, open 2 to 4 pjn.; sioner. necticut Realty president, said he free admission, donations accepted. Call L.G. DeFelice, Inc., of North was very pleased with the perform- 274-1634. Haven, has been awarded a $4.6 ances and honors accorded the four CASH-O-LA NJTE for Watertown million contract by the state De- sales associates. The listers, he said, partment of transportation for the had "uncanny ability to listen to project. The work will start at the buyers' needs and find them their FREE Watertown-Waterbury town lines dream homes," while the sellers Analysis and extend to a point 1,000 feet demonstrated "extraordinary skill of your home north of the bridge over Route 6 at expertly pricing and selling or property homes." by licensed and Route 222 in Thomaston. broker Plans call for resurfacing, con- The honors were announced at a CYNTHIA struction of a median crossover, company meeting in February. and reconstruction of the shoulder WATERTOWN-SPIiT LEVEL - Approx. 1 Acre $134,900 ANDERSON from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 6 adjacent to the two climbing lanes. Cut down on your commute. 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The conference, "Celebrat- for more details $205,000. ing (dis) Ability and Diversity in WATERTOWN: Showroom condition! 3 BR Ranch, 2-car garage, I the Workplace," was held at the eat-in kitchen, central air, attic, bsmt., HW floors, .25 acres. | Legislative Office Building at the Mint! $119,900. Capitol. WATERTOWN: 2.77 acres of land. Wooded and private. 3 BR I " ^lity Awareness Day is spon- • Colonial w/1,248 sq. ft., LR w/FP, DR, city water and sewers. | soi. by the Governor's Career Property has excellent opportunity for development. Internship Program, funded by the $129,900. Connecticut Council on Develop- mental Disabilities and the Gover- nor's Committee on the Employ- CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE: ment of People with Disabilities. Tom Latosek, manager of Marshalls in Watertown Plaza, received an WATERTOWN: First rate quality. 1,580 sq. ft., FLR & DR, FP, fully I Mr. Latosek has gone above and "Employer of the Year" award from Gov. John G. Rowland at Ability appl. kitchen, Ig. deck, 2.6Rs, 3rd BR or den located on 1st | beyond supporting people with Awareness Day in Hartford in October 1997. Mr. Latosek has employed disabilities at the workplace, said several workers ai Marshalls under the auspices of Choices, a Mental floor, 2V> baths, bsmt., garage, central air $164,900. Watertown resident Uma Bhan, Health Association work service program which places people wilh WATERBURY: Park View Condominium, overlooking the lake! I director of vocational services at psychiatric disabilities in jobs in the local area. He is pictured with Gov. Choices, a Mental Health Associa- Spacious 2 BR Townhouse, eat-in kitchen w/pantry, tile floor, Rowland; Joyce Latosek; Uma Bhan, Choices director of vocational FP, deck, garage, laundry room, stunning MBR. tion of Connecticut work services services; and Choices work program coordinator Samantha Coviello. program in Waterbury. The pro- $68,900. Photo courtesy of Choices. gram, funded by the state Depart- THOMASTON: PRICE REDUCED! Mountaindale Condominiums! I ment of Mental Health and Addic- ^^ Lg. 2 BR Townhouse w/garage, eat-in kitchen w/oak I tion Services, places people wilh day and color is to "think positive." cabinets, plenty of storage, plenty of privacy. Backed up to | psychiatric disabililes in jobs in the In the pink woods. Call for details $65,000. local area. THOMASTON — SL Thomas Bottle, can drive Uses Choices program School, 30 North Main Street, will JULIA GIONTA 945-0410 OFFICE 945-0560 Mr. Latosek, who has employed celebrate its 14th "Think Pink" day The St. Mary Magdalen School several workers through the Choices onFriday,March20—the first day Athletics Program willholdaboule program, has participated in the of spring. The children and faculty and can drive on the school grounds, Choices Employment Video, which will;bewearingpink,andtheschool 140 Buckingham Street, Oakville, was televised on Marcus Cable will be decorated in the same hue. on Saturday, March 21 from 11 Channel 13, Waterbury's local A short program will be put on a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents are asked public TV channel. He serves as a by the students, and pink desserts to save bottles and cans to drop off member of Choices Work Serv- and pink punch will be served at at the school. Proceeds benefit ices' Community Relations Com- about 1:15 p.m. The Iheme of the SMMS athletics. mittee and supports the program's yearly poinsettia fund-raiser. Mr. Latosek has done an out- WATERTOWN COLONIAL EXECUTIVE HOME IN DELVXE SUBDIVISION standing job taking time to meet the $ $399,000 needs of the employees at the 227,500 workplace, Mrs. Bhan said. By treating them with respect and dig- nity, he has contributed to the improvement of their quality of life. In addition, he worked closely wi th a Choices employee, supporting him as he moved on to a supervi- sory position. WOTA session The Watertown-Oakville Tax- 4 BRS - Elegance and charm greet you as you enter this custom built home where the payers Association (WOTA) will best of everything has been selected. Gracious tiled foyer opens to lovely LR w/crown meet Thursday, March 19, at7p.m. molding; 19x13 FDR leads to oversized 26x11 El kit. w/cherry cabinets and sliders IN WATERTOWN'S WINDING BROOK this 4400 s.f. custom Ranch to tri-level 35x14 deck- Front-to-back FR w/FP and palladium window. Other offers too many amenities to mention here! Eleven rooms w/4-5 BRs, 2.5 at (he Oakville Branch Library, 55 amenities: 2'A baths w/jacuzzi, 2-car garage, city utils., all on a prof. landscaped level baths, formal LR & DR, FR w/fpl., gourmet kitchen. Large master suite has Davis Street. Members of the pub- lot iv/spectacular view, in one of Watertown's finest residential family neighborhoods. its own entrance and deck. Cathedral ceilings, skylights, dramatic windows lic are invited to attend. and archways are just a few of the architectural features that filter the light of For more information, call spectacular sunsets behind Litchfield's hilts throughout this home. Inground WESTBURY REALTY heated pool, circular drive, 3-car garage. Central air. Call to see this one DanielZuraitisat274-8445orFrank, today! McHale at 274-8793. 967 Main Street, Watertown • 274-9661 JUST LISTED IN WATERTOWN! $189,000 Pioneer Plaza WATERTOWN

CLASSIC 1930 COLONIAL NEAR TAFT offers all the room you'll New to the Market - Ranch. Lovely HOT! HOT! HOT! Owners anxious A beautiful 3 bedroom Ranch - need for your family! With 5 BRs. 3.5 baths, LR w/fpl., formal DR. eat-in setting surrounds this 6 room home. and just reduced this lovely 3 Featuring newer roof, vinyl windows, kitchen and upper level FR. Two-car garage. All rooms are generous Formal living rm w/ fireplace, dining bedroom Cape $10,000 to $129,900 central air cond.. vinyl siding, size - call me today! area, eat-in kitchen., 2 or 3 BRs. 1 'A Call today. beautiful deck w/ 1-car garage on a baths, 2-car attached garage lovely lot S129.900 $169,900

Real Estate Wanted 020 Homes For Rent 035 Apartments For Rent 040 Apartments For Rent 040 Itimee CONTEMPORARwatertownhistoricalsociety.orgY WANTED- 2,000 lo BETHLEHEM. 2BR home, large yard, 1- WOODBURY- EXTRA Ig. I * 2bdrm. OAKVILLE- 4-ROOM, 1st. floor. Just Classified 2,500 sq> ft. or Contemporary Colonial. car garage, lake views. $900/nionlh. 1st apts. Beautiful country setting. Walk to remodeled. Close to Polk School. 10 yts. old or newer. $200,000 to town. Storage. laundry, new carpeting, Notice to Advertisers & security. Call 266-7481. Heat/Security deposit. Parking. Call $250,000 to spend. We axe ready to buy. freshly painted. From $585. 263-5482. 274-6604. Please Eead Your Advertisement Oxford/Souliibury. 203-735-3647. BETHLEHEM- LOVELY house on 4 acres. 2BRs, 2-1/2 ballis, DR, LR witli WOODBURY- CENTRAL. 4 rooms, car- ANSON1A- 3 rooms. Griffin Hospital Advertisements are taken by Ibian 'flincs fireplace. Call Androe, William Raveis peted, appliances, heal and hot water in- over the telephone as a customer conven- Land For Sale 025 Area. Stove, refrigerator, carpels. No ience. You should read your ad the first R.E., 264-8180 or 266-5770. cluded. Maximum 2 people. Security. dogs. Credit checked. $485/mo. 203-426- $695/mo. No pels. Call 263-3845. day it appears and report any error in 34WASIIINOTON- 277 acres, 2 houses. BETHLEHEM 5071. time for the next scheduled insertion. Ig. barn, rolling open land with views, Tbwn Times is resjunsiule for one incur- WOODBURY HISTORIC District WOODBURY, TERRACE apartments- brook & woodland. Ideal for develop- House for rent by owner. New Contem- rcct insertion for any advertisement and ment, horse farm, many other possible Apartment/short-term rental. Fully fur- 2BRs, LR w/cathedral ceiling, oil heat then only to tho extent of a "make-good" porary Cape: 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths in uses. Asking $1,850,000. Dineen R.E., nished 1BR unit. No smoking. Call 203- and hot waler included. $875/mo. Centu- insertion. Errors which do not lessen the secluded wooded setting. Cathedral ceil- 263-0018 or 203-263-4620. ry 21 Realty Group, 754-6147. value of the advertisement will not be cor- 860-868-7483. ings, fieldstone fireplace, hardwood and rected by "make-good" insertion. Thank granite floors, ceiling fans, all appliances you. OAKVILLE: LARGE building lot. cleared-lcvel, 200' x 100\ city water and (elecuric slove, refrigerator, dishwasher, Solution to page 20 crossword puzzle Town Times. sewer in place. Polk School area. $49K, trash compactor, washer/dryer), central private owner. Call after 6 p.m. or week- vacuum system, oil/baseboard hot water 274-8851 or 274-8852. ends, 860-274-0722. heat, wired for cable TV, 6 phone lines, monitored security system. Oversized 2- WATERTOWN- 52+ sub-dividable acres car heated garage (automatic doors) front on Ute Woodbury line. Extensive engi- covered porch, rear deck overlooking Real Estate For Sale 010 neering work & maps available in listing brook, private driveway. Monthly office. $425,000. Call Joseph Belle Real- ($1,500) or Seasonal ($20,000). Lease SOUTHBURY- 4 BR contemporary, 2 tors. Inc. 264-2500. full baths, 2 frpls, 1S"x36' inground pool. widt option. Sale price $335,000. Avail- Beautiful property, fishing pond, 2,000sq. NEW HAMPSHIRE- 1/2 acre approved able April 1st. Pets negotiable. Security ^ft. of wrap-around decking. $259,000. building lots in Lake Mountain Resort, deposit and credit check required. Call 264-4825 North Haverille. City water. 57,500 each. Tom or Pally at (203) 266-5300. 888-7757. LANDNET SOUTHBURY- PRIVATE and very quiet BETIILE1IEM- studio will] fireplace. $575/mo., inlcudes Real Estate Services 1.5 ac....$49,000 utilites. Call 264-9993. 2.5 ac...$59,000 BEACON FALLS- small 4 room house, 1.6ac...$65,000 203-596-9911 stove, refrig., carpels, no dogs. Credit WOODBURY- 3.7 acre approved build- Brower Real Estate checked. $675/nionlh. 203-426-5071. ing tot, stream, wooded. Owner/broker 203-266-5500 WATERTOWN- $800 per month. Living Derby, VT- 5 bdrrn fur. camp. Lake RM. Dining RM. kitchen, bedroom 1 car Salem. 200fl. frontage. Owner/broker. M. Homes For Rent i;35 garage in lovely residential area. Sec. De- T. Keilly. 860- 567-8324. Fax: 860-567- posit. 274-6721. 2702. SOUTHBURY- 3BR Ranch. Good condi- tion. $950+/nionlh. First A deposit. 264- SEYMOUR COLONIAL. 4 bedrooms, Apartments For Rent 040 1-1/2 baths, country kitchen, great room, 2205. finished basement, oversized deck, pri- SOUTHBURY- 3 bdrm house, utilities OXFORD/SEYMOUR TOWN line. 3 vate yard, sec. system, 2 car under, close extra. No pets. 1.5 miles io 1-84. room in-!aw apt. w/privatc emrance for to major highways. Principals only. Call S1100/nion. Owner. 264-2141. single professional. Appliances & utili- 203-888-4915. ties included. No pets or smokers. $600/montli. 203-888-3262 after 7pm. OAKVILLE- FOR sale by owner: 3BR Cape. Fenced yard. Near Polk School. 8116,000. 860-945-0094. SOUTHBURY CUL-DE-SAC- lovely 8 room, 4BR, Colonial. Large level yard. Reach more than 150,000 suburban Readers Move-in condition. Owner, $264,000. 264-4940. BETHLEHEM Voices Sunday - Voices Colonial - 11 nns., nees help!! $130,000 Ranch, 5 rms, gar. F/P. Great retirement TTown Hames Weekly Star The Newspaper home. $145,000. Colonial on 3-4 ac. 12 rms-nceds TLC!! $I6O,.OOO (In-Home THURSDAY) (In-Home SATURDAY) (In-Home WEDNESDAY) Ranch on 4.5 ac. trout stream, woods, Ad Deadline: 11 a.m., Tuesday Ad Deadline: 11 a.m., Monday Sportman's paradiese. $189,000 Ad Deadline: 11 a.m., Friday PHONE PHONE Brower Real Estate PHONE 203-266-5500 274-8851 -or- 263-2116 263-2116 -or- 274-8851 263-2116 -or- 274-8851 Condominiums For Sale 015 FAX FAX FAX WOODBURY- TOWN and Country, 1st 945-3116 -or- 266-0199 266-0199 -or- 945-3116 266-0199 -or- 945-3116 floor, 2BRs, LR with FP, central A/C, $50"s. Century 21 Really Group, 203- P.O. Box 1 • Watertown, CT 06795 P.O. Box 383 • Southbury, CT 06488 P.O. Box 383 • Southbury, CT 06488 754-6147. WOLCOTT- "WOODRICH Village", $79,000. 2 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, fire- place, garage, private deck. Beautiful Tlovvn {Times grounds. End unit. Call 203-879-9401. WATERTOWN- 3BR townhouso, newly CLASSIFIED ADS Offer No Fancy Claims... JUST RESULTS renovated, new stove, refrig., walkout fj THREE FIVE . basement, pool. Great view. $79,000. By WEEKS WEEKS owner. (860) 274-0817 or (860) 274- • 41h & 5993. Up to 3rd (PLEASE PRINT EACH WORD IN SEPARATE SPACE) 5th 1. 5_ 15 Week ARTILLARY HILL- 2 or 3 bedroom. Words FREE Fireplace, cathedral ceiling, all appli- ances. Asking $117,900. Please call 10_ Brian, 860-283-3005 or 860-567-4446. 12_ 13_ 14_ 1B_ V V V $20.25 17_ 18_ 19_ 20_ = $6.75 $13.50 21_ 22 23_ 24_ 25_ = $8.00 $16.00 $24.00

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Apartments For Rent 040 Apartments For Rent 040 Apartments For Rent 040 Apartments For Rent 040 Apartments For Rent 040 OXFORD- 1ST. floor 3BR aparlmenlwatertownhistoricalsociety.org. MORRIS- 1BR apanment available April ROXBURY- 1 BR apt. Sunny, clean, spa- OAKVILLE- UNFURNISHED 2nd WOODBURY- MAIN St., 900 sq. ft. 2 Available April 15. For info call 203- 1. Wall-lo-wall carpel, eat-in kitchen with cious. Tons of storage. W/D, sky light, floor, 4 rooms. No heat/pets. Call after bdrm., across from library, New paint & 263-5204. appliances, living room. Walking dis- deck, privacy, nice landlords. Perfect for 7pm, 1-931-387-4662. w/w carpet tliroughoput. $850/mon. In- WATERBURY- 2BR. Town Plot Largo tance to Bantam Lake. Lease, security, no professional single or couple. $900 plus OAKVILLE- 3 room apartment, 1st cludes heat & outside maintenance. Available April 1st. Call 203-263-2422. rooms, lols of closets, appliances, w/w pels, $450/mo. 8GO-5S7-4655. security. References. Non-smokers. Pels floor, off-street parking. Includes refrig- negotiable. 203-426-8171 ext 440 or 860- cupeling, cal-in kitchen. S485/MRMII1I. No erator A stove and all utilities. 354-8275. Leave message. pels. Securily/reftTCnces. 75G-2592. S550/monUi. No dogs. 274-1854. ••••••*

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Property of the Watertown Historical TowSocietyn Times, March 12,199 8 — 33 Classifieds watertownhistoricalsociety.org Apartments For Rent 040 For Sale 085 For Sale 085 Tag Sales 100 Automotive 105 FABRIC BARN SEGA SATURN- 2 controllers, memory INDOOR FLEA market- Seth Thomas 1990 FORDF150 4x4- 5.0, auto., plow, WATERTOWN- QUIET small apt. Calico & quilting supplies. Remnants & card and 6 games. $150 or 3 games $140. Industrial Park, 135 Main St. on the cor- 114K, Hack, $6,000. B/O. 203-754-4700. $550/monlh includes heal & electric. closeouts. Open Wednesday thru Sunday, 274-7145. ner of Main St. & Elm St., Thomaston. S6O-274-5268. 10am-5pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Every Sat. & Sun., 9am-4pm. Vendors 1985 VOLVO wagon- 174K, many new 1. 48" SCAG walk-behind mower, used, parts, $1,400. Call 264-8821. BETHLEHEM- CHARMING 2BR in Rte. 63, East Morris. 860-567-5823. Next wanted. Call 860-283-0408. to The Cardinal Craft Shop. 8 yrs. old, $300. village- nice yard, heat furnished. Lease, 2. TROYBUILT Roto-lilkr, Horse, used TAG/MOVING SALE. Saturday March 1998 HONDA Civic LX- Black, auto- security, no pels. $675/mo. if you cut FIRST & second cutting hay, round bales 2 seasons, elcc. or pull start, very good 14th. Rain/Shine. 9am-3pm. 76 Christian matic. Only 1000 miles, take over lease grass, shovel snow. $725/mo. if not. Call also. Firewood for sale. Beef. 264-4799, condition, $700. St., Oxford off Rl. 67. No early birds $189/monlh. Received company car. 203- 203-266-7069. 264-1588. 3. SULKY for walk-behind mower - please! 264-3473. NAUGATUCK- 4 rooms, wall-to-wall LESTER GRAND piano- 6'Lx5'W. Ex- Scag, Bobcat, XMark, etc. 2 yrs. old, OAKVILLE- LUGGAGE, books, deco- 1993 FORD Explorer Ltd.- 55K miles, used 1 season, good tires, seat, $300. carpeting with appliances. Heat and hot cellent condition, newly refurbished, rations, wicker and much more. Sat. 3/14 4WD, burgundy/tan leather. CD, sunroof, 4. AIR-COMPRESSOR on wheels, 3/4hp driving lights, wood kit, new brakes, war- water. $490/mo., security deposit. No $2,650. Call (860) 868-1167. 9a.m.-2p.m. Mainstruck Circle. Direc- pels. Call after 5pm 729-3609. elec. engine. Plugs into any socket. Used tions: Buckingham to Sylvan Lake Rd. ranty. Excellent. Best offer. 263-2852. SOFA- CREAM, contemporary, comfort- 3 yrs. $250. lake 2 lefts. 1987 CHRYSLER LeBaron- 2 dr. coupe, WATERTOWN- 1 bedroom, gas heat, able , attractive sectional, $250; secre- 5. 9' FISCHER PLOW, (blade only) very 5-speed, 4 cylinder, aluminum wheels, off-street parking. $550/month. Call 274- tary, lady's antique, beautiful glass good shape. Fits onto F. hookup, came A/C. Great condition, will pass inspec- 3613. doored, drawered base, $195;. 203-452- offChev. lton. $450. Automotive 105 tion. Asking $1,450. 203-734-2161. 9725 6. 1985 DODGE RAM utility 4x4 1986 CUTLESS Cicrra SL- 2DR, Excel- itals Wanted 055 STACKABLE WASHER/DRYER. Al- w/SNOWPLOW. Runs great, new lent condition. Always garaged. 33,000 1993 MAZDA Protege LX- black, MATURE, NON-SMOKING, bachelor most brand new. $675 or best offer. (860) brakes. $1,700. original miles. $2,300. Call 860-274- 63,000 miles, 5-spced, A/C, am/fm cas- professional seeks reasonably priced liv- 868-2408. CALL 888-4610, ask for Bob. 5654. selle, P/W, P/D, $5,500.203-888-4551. ing quarters rental in Oakville/Water- MARBLE AND glass dining table, w/4 1995 CHEVY S-10 Pickup Extended 1987 SUBARU XT. 5speed front wheel town. No pets, no parlies. I am the reli- 1800'S PINE commode, desk, hutches, dressers, dining table & blanket chests, turquoise/blue marble pattern chairs. Cab. 4WD, ABS, A/C, V6 and much drive. Best offer!! As i.111 860-945-0385. able tenant most landlords dream about. Must sell. Best offer. 263-2852. more. $17,900.203-264-4613. 860-274-0710. pictures 4 collectibles. Call 263-3327 1996 CAMARO Z28, invested $25,000, after 4pm. Reasonable prices. BASEBALL CARDS, Star Wars, Magic. 1995 HONDA Magna 750 cc- 2,000 sell $13,500. Call 860-584-5041. HOUSE WITH 3 horse bam, minimum 5 QUEEN SIZE Ordtopedic Mattress Set, Beanie Babies. M-F 12:30-5:30pm. Sal. miles, asking $6,250. Call (860)274-6753 acres. Please call 860-274-0184. Pets 130 Brass Headboard and Frame. Never used, 9am-5pm. Ernie's, Soulhbury. 203-264- ask for Terry. still in plastic. Cost $1,000. Sell $300. 1382. FREE- SHEPARD/LAB mix, male & fe- Vacation Rentals 355 PH 860-589-7059. male. Friendly, loving well-behaved. MT. SNOW, Vermont- Luxury ski town- Antiques 090 Fixed, all shots. Owner heartbroken. 203- BE A WtNNER at the Casino. We pub- 266-5295. house, walk to chair lift. Sleeps 4, 2 full lish the countries best how to win books, •Treasures & Trash* baths, Jacuzzi, fireplace, microwave, on all gambling subjects. Call 860-348- ITALIAN MASTIFF puppies. Cane TV/VCR, garage. 203-272-5865. 1054. We buy & sell from attic to cellar. Partial Corso, 6 months, excellent family pet. MARTHA'S VINEYARD, Oak Bluffs. or whole estates. Antiques, used furni- Keith, 203-265-4894. ROAD BICYCLE Motobecane 52cm, ture, household items, etc. Call Jennifer Saltbox home. Beaches, golf, biking. Vitus frame, new drive train, Shimano Sl,300-$l,500/week. 203-426-8322, at 266-5323. Shop reopening in April. Auto. Services/Display Ultegra components. Look clipless ped- Open Sundays 10am to 5pm. http://www.ctconnect.eom/pickle/rental.h dels/shoes, speed and cadence computer tml. Also stocked full of antiques and col- excellent condition. Sale, best offer or lectables. CAPE COD, Brewster- 2 bdrm/2 bath Mountain bike trade. Call 263-2821 after condo in Ocean Edge resort community 6:30. THE JENNY LYNN SHOP on golf course. Seasonal rates. (203)272- DARK PINE hutch, table, 4 captains in Woodbury 0548 and (860)442-7774. chairs, desk, 2 rush chairs. Best offer. 113 Main St. So., above Main Street An- EVERITT'S GfiRfiGE, INC. MAINE- BASS fishing on private lake is 203-426-0842. tique Center, next to The Doll Ladies. Tune-ups • Computerized Engine Repairs • Brakes only 5 hours away. Rent a new 3 bdrm MIRRORED DISPLAY stands, various cape, jon boat & canoe for $600/wk.. Shop Open: Wed. thru Sat., noon-5pm • Front End flilgnment 8 Repairs • Exhaust Repair sizes. Great for gift stores and art Call now for reservations. 888-7757. and Sun., lpm-5pm Shop H 263-0284. gallerys. Call 266-4439. CAPE COD: Dennisport, ocean-view ef- Come to us first HUTCH, HALE honey pine. Lighted top THE JENNY LYNN SHOP ficiency condos. Sleeps-4, Kitchen, with glass doors. Mint. $550. 888-7757. in Morris unless ... you have a cable/VCR.heated pool. Beach, steps 196 South Street, next to Bethlehem Fair Right! away. April special,2-nights $99. May 1st BROYHILL COUCH and loveseat, Ian, lot of money to Grounds, just over Morris town line, Rte. throw around to 22nd, 2-nights $110. Summer weeks wood trim, very good condition. Call 61. available. 1-800-231-7712 888-1962. Everltt Lane MARTHA'S VINEYARD- 2 bedroom Shop open: Tues., Thurs., Sat. &. Sun.. cottage. Sleeps 4. Fully equipped. June noon-5pm. Shop * (860) 567-8200. Oakvllle and September $600/wk., July and Au- gusl 5700/wL No pets. Call after 5 p.m. Auto. Sales/Display 274-2147 574-7791. CHARLESTOWN, RI- 2BR house, ex- cellent location. Short walk to beach, fishing, boating. $650/wk. Call (203)758- 9166. CAPE COD, West Dennis- Restored Car- tiage House, 2BRs, across from water. CRESTWOOD FORD 860-274-2501 1-800-523-2323 Available August and September. $S0Q/week. 203-758-8698. CAPE COD/WEST Dennis/3 bedroom house. All amenities/1/4 mile from West EH5 Dennis Beach. Off-season special, May, mi FORO Wf UKCOIN 1YH tWOTAJ e I'm HBKIKV lone, Sept., Oct., $550/week. 860-274- Taurus SHO Continental Continental MustangGT Villager WindstarGL's Tracker 4x4 F-1504X4 7 pass AT V6 Wv PL T II 3014. Jai olack. leather, chrome Learner Moonrool Full Power i/H At AC PW POL. Till. cruise rear AC cass 25K wfieeJs lult power, only 7K Only 35K Miles CC. Alloys. (41A #9588 ""' «393A°™" ' #9279 #TBA #9315 $ $ Condominiums For Rent 070 S WOODBURY, HERITAGE Hills- 2BR, 21.995*14,995*20.995 *17.995 * 15,995 15,995 10,995 2nd. floor Ranch style unit. Furnished. WSPOWTMC 8,995 m? torn Heat and HW included. $l,200/mo. Cen- T-Bird Contour Pickup 4x4 Explorer 4x4 Aerostar tury 21 Realty Group, 203-754-6147. Grand AM E&IE BAUER. *Dr. WMfl fpiSS.««C WMil ASS MWS MrrWS iTB* Cap. Cass. Only 3BK Miles AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY! 2BR Starting at Starting at #TBA «104A • CONDO in Middlcbury. Age restriction, $ $ $ $ 2nd floor, large LR, nice deck, great loca- '16,995 13.995 9.495 tion. Near town center, $800 per month. 12,995 19,995 15,995 18.995 1YtU MAM •nih OHSW wn foKo Call Coldwell Banker Realty 2000. (203) 1rKfa> 723-4461. T-BirdLX Contour MX-6 Cavalier Z-24 F-150 Super Cab •X t eyf. AT AC, PW PL, W. crust. 5 SOT. AC, PW.PL, UN. cnjrw. Vfl. AT. AC. PW. #L. M. Oww. WindstarGL •HOTS ASSCriWs.Wwmln '• »W DM OMV. Only ?K WOODBURY CONDO- 2BRs, 1-1/2 #8777A Starting at baths with washer/dryer, no pets. Electric $ $ $ $ $ $ heat. References, security and deposit. *10,995 18.995 H2.995 14 $765/mo. Call 203-426-8190. 7995 10,995 8995 16.995 •m FORD 1'KUKCOW rtttNKSAN WOODBURY- TOWN & Country, 2 BR, Probe SE Continental SentraXE Crown Victoria LX Pathfinder F-150 4x4 F-150 4X4XLT RaneerXtraCab upner level, fireplace, central air, pool. Epttn.Ji4.AT.5spa.AC. VB. AT. AC only !5K S tx sod ' cyl. PS PB. PW PL 1i l t •8 ^T *C W POL T* CC 0>*f W 4 eyr$ spa mm corta Oow. At PS PS Cassette PW. PL. lilt, cruse, cass 5tec ba-S He March 15, $725/mth. 264-8757 ruise sufwoo' alloys. kjw ™>H #9494 2 to choose #9384 C jwner, leave message. #9430 #9485A wsoe #9296 t $ $ $ $ $ WATERBURY- 2 bdrm townhouse. new 18,995 3995 9495 16.995 16,995 17,995 9995 paint & carpet, lg. eat-in kit., appliances, 8995 noanoie 2110 CHOOSe fmOHBW 11K JEEP WSfORP 1-1/2 baths, full basement & garage. Convenient to 8 & 84. $600/mon. 888- Neon Hiehline Escorts Taurus/Sables S-lOXtraCab Wrangler 4x4 WindstarLX AT. AC. PS. PS^Casseire OuAOSeai. tgnCac AC 1 J ors 8 wagons 0277 Only MX Starting ai RIO GRANDE Package. Haidtop. AT. ro«*yeM FREE ESTIMATES o • Textured Ceilings M Painting I II Fully Insured DECKS • Wall & Ceiling Repairs TAX PREPARATION SERVICES • Carpentry INDIVIDUAL AND BUSINESS 1 m ROBERT WHITE • Power Washing Bookkeeping/Accounting • Paperhanging • Brush : _r HOME DECKS '1 Come to Home or Business • Spray \m IMPROVEMENT • Misc. Home Repairs Evenings - Weekends 20 Years Experience Lowest Rates ^* Interior & Exterior 274-9069 jj Home Remodeling DECKS (860) 274-9024 EDWIN ALTAMIRANO, CPA 274-5553 or 266-5888 Joe Vaichus 1 (860)274-6488 Please phone (860) 945-9597 Registered Contractor #544034

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