Town of Tolland

Volume 1, Issue 2

Inside this issue:

TOLLAND RECREATION DEARTMENT. 2-12

TOWN MANAGER’S OFFICE 13

TOLLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT 13-17

PUBLIC SAFETY

TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE 17

STAFF DIRECTORY

TOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 18-19

TOLLAND PLANNING & DEVELOPMNET 20

TOLLAND HUMAN SERVICES 20-22

TOLLAND VETERANS RECOGNITION COMM. 22

TOLLAND BOARD OF EDUCATION 23

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CRANDALL’S SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION At Crandall’s Summer Camp, we strive to engage your child in a variety of activities that include outdoor games, sports, nature, arts & crafts, creative games, swim time, special events and field trips. Children should bring a lunch, water bottle (please do not send glass), snacks, bathing suit and a towel each day. Please remember sunscreen and teach your child how to put it on properly. Rainy days will be at the Tolland Recreation Center.

Register for camp on-line, by mail, or bring to the Recreation Office. Camp Runs Monday – Friday and is for children in grades K – 9 When enrolling in the 3 day week option, be sure to choose which three days your child will attend camp. Participants are grouped by grade entering Fall 2018.

SPECIAL DISCOUNT Register and pay in full on or before May 11, 2018 for all weeks requested to receive a $10.00 per week discount.

CRANDALL’S SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE Day: Monday – Friday 5 DAYS or 3 DAYS (Must pick 3 days) Ages: Grades K – 9th Date: Week 1: June 25 – June 29 Week 2: July 2 – July 6 (No camp July 4) Week 3: July 9 – July 13 Week 4: July16 – July 20 Week 5: July 23 – July 27 Week 6: July 30 – August 3 Week 7: August 6 – August 10

Deadline for registration is the Wednesday prior to the week you wish your child to attend

Location: Crandall Park- (Rain location -Tolland Recreation Department)

REGULAR DAY CAMP HOURS Time: 8:00am - 4:00pm (if you need extended hours you must also register for extended hours for each week) Fee: $165.00 Res. / $175.00 Non-Res Regular Day (5 Days) $115.00 Res. / $125.00 Non-Res. Regular Day (3 Days – must pick 3 days)

EXTENDED DAY CAMP HOURS- (Must be registered for regular day camp hours) Time: 7:30am-8:00am/4:00 – 5:30pm Fee: Additional $30.00 Res. / $35.00 Non-Res. Added to Regular Price for Extended Day (5 Days) Additional $25.00 Res. / $30.00 Non-Res. Added to Regular Price for Extended Day (3 Days) 2

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Tolland Recreation Department ADA The Town of Tolland does not discriminate on the basis of race, CONTACT INFORMATION color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in provision of 104 Old Post Road programs and services. We are committed to assuring equal ac- Office: 860-871-3610 cess to programs, activities, and services to all individuals. If you Fax: 860-870-6876 or a family member needs special assistance, please let us know when you register. OFFICE HOURS Monday–Wednesday: 8:00am–4:30pm PARTICIPATION Thursday: 8:00am–7:30pm Only those enrolled in the program may attend. Sorry, children will Friday: CLOSED not be allowed in the class room or gym during adult programs and siblings must remain seated and not disturb youth classes. MAILING ADDRESS 21 Tolland Green AGE REQUIREMENT Tolland, CT 06084 To participate, children must meet minimum age before the class starts. Registration Website: www.tollandrec.com Email: [email protected] INCLEMENT WEATHER Program cancellations due to inclement weather are announced RECREATION STAFF via email blasts through the Recreation Department’s registration Director: Bruce Watt system and are broadcast on Channel 3’s Early Warning An- [email protected] nouncements.

Administrative Assistant: Kim Grimes SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS [email protected] It is our policy that residents of the Town of Tolland who cannot afford to participate in programs or activities can make confidential RECREATION BOARD inquiries for assistance to the Recreation Director. Jeff Maron, Chairman Larry Gramling REGISTRATION INFORMATION David Boland MAIL-IN Anthony Ciccone Registrations are accepted on a first come/first serve basis. A David Clokey registration form is available at TollandRec.com. Mail your Nicole Herrington completed form with payment to: Logan Gauvin

Tolland Recreation Department The Board meets every second Monday of the month. 21 Tolland Green All meetings are open to the public. Tolland, CT 06084

REGISTRATION BEGINS ON– MONDAY, May 7, 2018 ON-LINE Please visit our registration site at www.tollandrec.com Registration Website: www.tollandrec.com

Town Website – www.tolland.org RECREATION NEWS Participants registering online will be confirmed online. Not all A note from the Recreation Director, Bruce Watt classes can be registered for online; however you may view all The Tolland Recreation Department would like to thank our 2018 classes. sponsors for the Tolland C.A.R.E.S program!!! Your support is greatly appreciated! INFORMATION Be sure to complete all information when registering. *Lion’s Club of Tolland *Fenton River Veterinary Hospital CLASSES *Cathy and Larry Gramling We reserve the right to limit class size and to cancel classes fail- *Tolland Community Women’s Club ing to meet minimum requirements.

ACTIVITY AND PROGRAM PICTURES PAYMENT Throughout the year Andre Garant has taken pictures of our activ- Registration is not considered valid until the program fee is paid. ities and programs. We accept cash, checks, Discover Card, Visa or MasterCard. If you would like to see them please go to: www.flickr.com/photos/63906149@N02/ REFUNDS Andre Garant-Photography on Demand Refunds are given only prior to the start of classes or if we cancel the program. Programs less than $15.00 receive an account cred- GENERAL INFORMATION it. Requests for refunds must be in writing and are subject to a $10.00 processing fee.

INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION All persons participating in Recreation programs should carry their You will be refunded only if the spot can be filled. Requests for own personal health insurance. The Town of Tolland is not re- refunds must be in writing and are subject to a $10.00 processing sponsible for personal injuries. Participants in all Department fee. sponsored programs do so at their own risk. 3

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PROGRAM LOCATIONS TOLLAND YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES & GROUPS  Birch Grove School, 247 Rhodes Rd, Tolland, CT  Tolland Boys Travel Basketball -  Crandall Park, 64 Cider Mill Rd, Tolland, CT www.tollandbasketballclub.com  Cross Farms Recreation Complex, Rhodes Rd , Tolland CT  Tolland Girls Travel Basketball- [email protected]  Skungamung River Golf Course, 114 Folly Ln, Coventry, CT  Tolland Lacrosse- www.tollandlacrosse.org  Tolland Intermediate School , 96 Old Post Rd, Tolland, CT  Tolland Little League -www.tollandlittleleague.org  Tolland Middle School, 1 Falcon Way, Tolland, CT  Tolland Soccer Club-www.tollandsoccer.com  Tolland High School, 1 Eagle Hill Rd, Tolland, CT  Tolland Youth Football & Cheerleading-  Tolland Recreation Center, 104 Old Post Rd, Tolland, CT www.tollandeaglesyouthfootball.com  Tolland Tennis Courts, Old Cathole Rd, Tolland, CT  Tolland Garden Paths Youth Garden- [email protected]  Youth Garden, Cider Mill Rd, Tolland, CT-by Lions Field

PARK FACILITIES PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCIES All parks are open sunrise to sunset. Dogs are required to be on a Tolland Library 860-871-3620 leash. Dogs are NOT allowed on athletic fields!! Tolland Senior Center 860-870-3730 Tolland Human & Youth Services 860-871-3648 CRANDALL PARK: 64 Cider Mill Road- 350+ acre Town Park containing 3 tennis RENTALS courts, 3 pickle-ball courts, a basketball court, softball & baseball fields, a swimming pond, bathrooms, 2.5 miles of marked hiking TOLLAND RECREATION CENTER trails and a picnic area. RENT a Room for Parties, Events or Weekend Meetings

PAVILION: Want to have a party for your son or daughter but don’t have the Is an open air shelter with picnic table seating for groups of up to space in your house? The Tolland Recreation Center has rooms 75. Facilities include a large charcoal grill, horseshoe pits and a available to rent for parties, small gatherings, weekend meetings sand volleyball court. Use of a softball field is possible depending or similar events. Want a special birthday party? Why not rent our on availability. Rental by reservation only through the Recreation gym? Rooms are available for meetings on a limited basis to non- Office. Call the Recreation office at 860-871-3610 for fee sched- profit groups at no cost. ule and available dates. Call the Recreation Office at 860-871-3610 to get rates and check on availability. THE LODGE: The Lodge is a year round rental facility available to groups of 100 THE LODGE at CRANDALL PARK II-124 Cider Mill Road or less for special events such as weddings, showers, picnics, A year-round rental facility overlooking Powell Pond; Available to parties or meetings. Rental rates vary for residents, non- residents, non-residents, businesses, etc. in groups of 100 or less residents, businesses, daytime, nighttime and weekends. Building for special events such as weddings, showers, picnics, parties, or contains fireplace, tables & chairs, a warming oven, microwave, meetings. The building contains tables & chairs, a warming oven, and double door fridge. For available dates, fees & more infor- microwave, and double door fridge. Built in 1991, it is located in mation call the Recreation office at 860-871-3610. the middle of a 300+ acre town park. Nestled on a wooded hilltop overlooking a quiet pond, its singular design blends with the rustic RIVER PARK: surroundings to create a warm and serene atmosphere. A South River Road - 2 Little League size baseball fields, River covered deck on two sides adds to the down home feeling, while access. inside a large fieldstone fireplace, a cathedral ceiling, and cedar siding completes the picture. The Lodge is heated for year round HERON COVE PARK: use, and is available weekdays, weeknights, or weekends. 125 South River Road - Small soccer field, multipurpose field, basketball court & canoe launch. Call the Recreation Department office at (860) 871-3610 for more information, rental fees and available dates. TENNIS COURTS: Old Cathole Road-Six all weather tennis courts across from Tolland Middle School.

CROSS FARMS RECREATION COMPLEX: 167 Rhodes Road-3 baseball and 3 soccer fields, Hiking Trails, exercise stations, 18 hole disc golf course, concession stand and Adam’s Adventure an all-inclusive play structure. Amenities: ALL WEATHER TURF FIELD: •Kitchen with warming oven, microwave, double door refrigerator A beautiful lighted synthetic turf field at Tolland High School. The (no freezer) field with permanent lines for football, soccer and lacrosse is •Two sided field stone fireplace available to rent for a variety of practices, games and other •Cedar planking on interior walls events. To find out more, call the Recreation Department at •Tables & chairs to accommodate groups of up to 100 860-871-3610 or go to the web site www.tolland.org/recreation •Clean bathrooms •Sound system with CD player, iPod connection The Town of Tolland is an Equal Opportunity •Horseshoe pits Employer –www.tolland.org •Easy access to hiking trails and fishing pond

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SPECIAL DISCOUNT Register and pay in full on or before May 11, 2018 for all weeks requested to receive a $10.00 per week discount.

Deadline for registration is the Wednesday prior to the week you wish your child to attend

Location: Crandall Park- (Rain location -Tolland Recreation Department)

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS TOLLAND TYKES PRESCHOOL-2018/2019 For 3 & 4 Year Olds Classes begin September 2018 Our 3 year old class meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00am to 11:30am, September thru May (32 weeks). The tuition for this program is $1,025.00 payable in *two (2) installments (August & January). Children must be 3 years old on or before December 31st. 4 year old class meets on Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 9:00am to 12:00pm, September through May (32 weeks). The tuition for this program is $1,580.00, payable in *two (2) installments (August & January). Children must be 4 years old on or before December 31st. We will be holding an open enrollment on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, fill out our department’s registration form and mail to the Tolland Recreation Department, 21 Tolland Green, Tolland, CT 06084, along with your $100.00 non-refundable deposit to hold your child’s place. The deposit will be applied toward your tuition fee. Registration forms can be found on our department’s website at www.tolland.org or www.tollandrec.com .

For more information visit our website at www.tollandrec.com or contact the Recreation Office at (860) 871-3610.

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SKYHAWKS TINY– HAWK CAMP BUILD WITH ME USING LEGO® (soccer & basketball) Children are accompanied by an adult family member. This pro- In Tiny-Hawk camps, the essentials of sports are introduced in a gram encourages communication and collaboration between chil- fun and safe environment with lots dren and family/community with an introduction to using LEGO of encouragement. Campers must be toilet trained in order to Education early childhood materials. Your child will have the op- participate. Children will learn balance, portunity to work with and bring home evidence-based lab sheets body movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development to share with family to continue the learning process outside of through a series of sport–specific games camp. tailored to their attention spans. Our staff is trained to handle the specific needs of these young athletes. Day: Monday-Friday Instructor: Skyhawk’s Staff Date: July 16–July 20, 2018 Time: 10:00-12:00 pm Day: Monday - Friday Ages: 4-5 Date: Session 1: July 23 – July 27, 2018 Fee: $130.00 Res. / $135.00 Non-Res. Session 2: August 13 – August 17, 2018 Location: Tolland Recreation Center Time: 12:15 – 1:00pm Ages: 3 & 4 BUILDING UP S.T.E.A.M. USING LEGO® Fee: $65.00 Res. / $70.00 Non-Res. per session Children are working independently and cooperatively as they Location: Tolland Recreation Center begin to explore simple machines using LEGO Education early childhood materials. Your child will have the opportunity to work SKYHAWKS-MINI–HAWK CAMP with and bring home evidence-based lab sheets to share with (soccer, baseball & basketball) family to continue the learning process outside of camp. This multi-sport program gives children a positive first step into athletics. The essentials of each sport are Day: Monday-Friday taught in a safe, structured environment with lots of encourage- Date: July 16–July 20, 2018 ment and a focus on fun. All games and Time: 1:00-4:00 pm activities are designed to allow campers to explore balance, Ages: 5-6 movement, hand/eye coordination and skill Fee: $150.00 Res. / $155.00 Non-Res. development at their own pace. Instructor: Skyhawk’s Staff Location: Tolland Recreation Center

Day: Monday-Friday S.T.E.A.M. WORKS USING LEGO® Date: Session 1: July 23–July 27, 2018 Children are working with standard LEGO materials to problem Session 2: August 13–August 17, 2018 solve pre-engineering challenges involving structure, levers, Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm gears, pulleys, and other elements of simple machines. Your child Ages: 4-7 will have the opportunity to work with and bring home evidence- Fee: $129.00 Res. / $134.00 Non-Res. per session based lab sheets to share with family to continue the learning Location: Tolland Recreation Center process outside of camp.

YOUTH PROGRAMS Day: Monday-Friday Date: July 16–July 20, 2018 TOLLAND RECREATION AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM Time: 9:00-12:00 pm Open to boys and girls in grades 3rd – 8th. We are happy to be Ages: 7-9 able to offer this program as an alternative to your child going Fee: $150.00 Res. / $155.00 Non-Res. home alone. Our program runs out of the Recreation Center and Location: Tolland Recreation Center participants will be met at the Tolland Intermediate School and walked up to our building. You have the option of signing up for FULL S.T.E.A.M. AHEAD USING LEGO® 3, 4 or 5 days a week. Program participants will have the oppor- Children are learning and strengthening building techniques and tunity to work on homework, enjoy some quiet time, have a snack problem solving while working with more complex LEGO mecha- and then expend energy participating in games and sports either nisms that reinforce skills learned in the younger age programs. in the gym or outside. Instructor: Tolland Recreation Staff Most challenges are open ended and individualized for your child’s ability and interest. Your child will have the opportunity to Day: Monday - Friday work with and bring home evidence-based lab sheets to share Date: First Day of School-Last Day of School with family to continue the learning process outside of camp. Time: 2:30-6:00pm Ages: Grades 3–5 and 6-8 Day: Monday-Friday Fee: 3 days a week - $160.00 per month Date: July 16–July 20, 2018 4 days a week - $200.00 per month Time: 1:00-4:00 pm 5 days a week - $240.00 per month Ages: 10-12 Payment Rates are per month: Due on or before the 15th of each Fee: $150.00 Res. / $155.00 Non-Res. month before the month participating Location: Tolland Recreation Center (EX. February’s payment is due January 15th) Location: Tolland Recreation Center

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HIP HOP DANCE BABYSITTER SAFETY - 101 Hip Hop dance is a class that incorporates high energy moves This course is for youth’s age 10 to16 years of age with the most with the latest music. This type of dance helps develop rhythm, common age of 12. This is an entry level course intended to teach age appropriate skills necessary to care for children of all ages coordination and musicality in an age appropriate manner. Dress using team babysitting, mother’s helper and individual babysitting Code: students should wear loose fitting clothes that they feel concepts. The course focuses on safety with emphasis on pre- comfortable moving in. Shoes: clean sneakers not worn outside. vention. Basic first aid and obstructed airway management for a Instructor: Marisa Paradis conscious choking adult/child and infant will be covered. Other topics include hand washing, diapering, bottle feeding, personal Day: Wednesdays safety, interview skills and many more topics. Booklet, handouts Date: June 27-August 29, 2018 (No Class 7/4; 7/25) and Babysitter Safety Certificate of completion included. Bring a Time: 5:45-6:30pm snack. Instructor: LifeSafe Services Staff Ages: 7-9 Day: Saturday Fee: Res $50.00 Non-Res $55.00 (8 weeks) Date: July 7, 2018 Location: Tolland Recreation Department Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm Ages: 10-16 Day: Wednesdays Fee: $55.00 Res. / $60.00 Non-Res. Date: June 27-August 29, 2018 (No Class 7/4; 7/25) Location: Tolland Recreation Center

Time: 5:00-5:45pm BABYSITTER SAFETY - 102 Ages: 4-6 This course is for youth’s 12 to 16 years of age with a sincere Fee: Res $50.00 Non-Res $55.00 (8 weeks) interest in advanced concepts and skills of First Aid including Location: Tolland Recreation Department CPR certification. Building on the entry level skills from Babysitter 101, objectives for this scenario based, expanded course includes THEATRE CLASS additional First Aid concept, Adult/Child and Infant CPR. Requires The Theatre Program provides students with a full life cycle written and skills testing to receive 2 year certification. Student experience in theatre. This class is a comprehensive theatre receives book, handouts and Rescue Shield breathing barrier training program that will teach students the finer points of acting, device. Prerequisite: Babysitter Safety 101 within the last 365 days. singing and dancing through the rehearsal process. The students Instructor: LifeSafe Services Staff will work together to learn parts of a show and have a final performance during the final class. This class promotes team Day: Saturday work, confidence, creativity and fun, along with the opportunity to Date: July 14, 2018 make new friends. *Please take note that students must be Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm Ages: 12-16 available on BOTH days to sign up for this class.* Fee: $55.00 Res./ $60.00 Non-Res. Instructor: Marisa Paradis Location: Tolland Recreation Center

Day: Tuesdays AND Thursdays DANCE CAMP Date: June 26-August 23, 2018 (No class 7/24, 7/26) This camp is for children ages 7-12 years old. Fun-filled, high Time: 5:00-6:00pm energy camp with staff member Marisa Paradis. The participants Ages: 7-12 will enjoy dancing numerous styles to modern music, do Zumba, Fee: Res $80.00 Non-Res $85.00 (16 classes) sing and more! The last day of the session will include a show for Location: Tolland Recreation Department family and friends to see. Wear appropriate clothes and shoes to comfortably move around and dance in. Bring a snack and plenty SPLISH SPLASH ARTBLAST of water. This inspiring week of art-ventures sparks creativity, engagement, Instructor: Marisa Paradis exploration and individual expression. Learn about the fascinating underwater world of seahorses, sea turtles and other wonderful Day: Monday-Friday creatures while exploring original art forms and techniques. De- Date: August 6–August 10, 2018 sign beach hats, sunglasses, and T-shirts. Discover the art of Time: 9:00am-11:00am mosaics while creating sea shell boxes. Sculpt shimmery coral Ages: 7-12 and goofy clay octopuses. Paint ceramic fish banks, and design Fee: $80.00 Res. / $85.00 Non-Res. ocean creature stuffed animals. Experience painting, printmaking, Location: Tolland Recreation Center stained glass, ceramics, collage, mosaics, fabric art and working with clay. Lots of surprises, round out these totally cool Splish Splash art-ventures. Instructor: Art-Ventures Staff

Day: Monday-Friday Date: July 30–August 3, 2018 Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Ages: 5-12 Fee: $149.00 Res. / $154.00 Non-Res. Location: Tolland Recreation Center

Tolland Recreation Department YOUTH SPORTS SUMMER TENNIS CLINICS - COED BASKETBALL - GIRLS SUMMER CAMP Classes for beginners and intermediate players designed to teach Drills and scrimmages in a fun environment that promote skill and refine the basic skills needed to be a good tennis player. Co- development and team concepts. Players will be assigned to vers: rules, scoring, footwork, stroke technique and etiquette. teams by age or skill level. TOLLAND, Willington, Coventry and Instructor: Kate Tellers, Former coach at UConn with over 16 Stafford RESIDENTS ONLY. Fee includes T-shirt. For more years of coaching experience information email [email protected] Instructor: Tolland Travel Girls Basketball Staff Day: Monday–Thursday (rain make up Friday) Date: Session 1: August 6-August 9, 2018 Day: Tuesdays and Thursdays Session 2: August 13-August 16, 2018 Date: June 26 – July 26, 2018 Time: 8:30-10:00 am - Ages: 6-10 Time: 6:00–8:00 pm 10:00–11:30 am-Ages: 8-14 Grades: 4th–8th (entering 4th grade and 8th grade for fall 2018) Fee: $60.00 Res./ $65.00 Non-Res. per session (4 days) Fee: $65.00 Res./$75.00 Non Res. Only (5 weeks) Location: Crandall Park Courts Location: Tolland High School Gymnasium SKYHAWKS-BEGINNING GOLF CAMP GOLF LESSONS-YOUTH Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of swinging, putting Beginner golf lessons covering grip, stance, alignment and proper and body positioning. Using the SNAG® swing. All equipment is provided or you (Starting New at Golf) system, we have simplified instruction so can bring your own. Instructor: Rick Nelson, PGA Professional that young players can make an effective transition onto the golf course. All equipment provided. Day: Tuesdays Instructor: Skyhawk’s Staff Date: July 10–July 24, 2018 (last class double session) Time: 5:00–6:00 pm Day: Monday-Friday Ages: 8–15 Date: August 6–August 10, 2018 Fee: $75.00 Res./ $80.00 Non-Res. (4 weeks) Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Location: Skungamaug River Golf Club (end of Goose La.) Ages: 5-8 Fee: $129.00 Res./ $134.00 Non-Res. YOUTH RUNNING CAMP Location: Tolland Recreation Center Designed to help young runners learn good habits and techniques that will help them develop into lifelong runners. Activities include SKYHAWKS-MINI–HAWK CAMP drills, games, crafts, snacks & lots of running! The camp moves (soccer, baseball & basketball) indoors in case of rain. Will be held in the THS Gym if it rains. This multi-sport program gives children a positive first step into Instructor: Brandon Elliott athletics. The essentials of each sport are taught in a safe, structured environment with lots of encourage- Day: Monday–Friday ment and a focus on fun. All games and Date: Session 1: June 25–June 29, 2018 activities are designed to allow campers to explore balance, Session 2: August 13–August 17, 2018 movement, hand/eye coordination and skill Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm development at their own pace. Instructor: Skyhawk’s Staff Ages: 6-14 Fee: $80.00 Res./ $85.00 Non-Res. per session Day: Monday-Friday Location: Tolland High School Track Date: Session 1: July 23–July 27, 2018 Session 2: August 13–August 17, 2018 WIFFLE BALL CAMP Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm That’s right …everyone’s favorite backyard game!! The sight of Ages: 4-7 the white plastic ball knuckling through the air. The sound of the Fee: $129.00 Res. / $134.00 Non-Res. per session yellow plastic bat as it makes contact with the ball. The celebra- Location: Tolland Recreation Center tion of a game winning hit! Games, Games, Games! Prizes and a winner take all tournament. Instructor: Scott Curtis SKYHAWKS-MULTI-SPORT CAMP (soccer, baseball & basketball) Day: Monday-Friday Our multi-sport camp is designed to introduce young athletes to a Date: July 9–July 13, 2018 variety of different sports in one setting. Time: 9:00–11:00 am Athletes will learn the rules and essentials of each sport through Ages: Grades 5th–12th skilled-based games and scrimmages. By the end of the week, Fee: $65.00 Res. / $70.00 Non-Res. your child will walk away with knowledge of multiple sports along Location: Tolland High School Baseball Fields with vital life lessons such as respect, teamwork, and self- discipline. Instructor: Skyhawk’s Staff Day: Monday-Friday Date: July 16–July 20, 2018 Day: Monday-Friday Time: 9:00–11:00 am Date: July 23–July 27, 2018 Ages: Grades: 2nd– 4th Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Fee: $65.00 Res. / $70.00 Non-Res. Ages: 7-10 Location: Tolland High School Baseball Fields Fee: $129.00 Res./ $134.00 Non-Res. Location: Tolland Recreation Center

Tolland Recreation Department SKYHAWKS-MULTI- SPORTS CAMP ADULT SPORTS (soccer, baseball, basketball & flag football) Our multi-sport camp is designed to introduce young athletes to a PICKLEBALL variety of different sports in one setting. Athletes will learn the Are you looking to meet new people, workout, or just have fun? rules and essentials of each sport through skilled-based games Then Pickle ball is for you! Come join us for some fun playing one and scrimmages. By the end of the week, your child will walk of the fastest growing sports in America. Pickle ball is a racquet away with knowledge of multiple sports along with vital life les- sport which combines badminton; sons such as respect, teamwork, tennis and ping pong all in one and is easy to learn. Instructor: and self-discipline. Instructor: Skyhawk’s Staff Ken and Liz Brown

Day: Monday–Friday Day: TUESDAYS (advanced) Date: August 13– August 17, 2018 Date: May 22–July 10, 2018 Time: 9:00 am-3:00 pm Time: 4:30-5:45 pm Ages: 7-10 Ages: 45 and up Fee: $155.00 Res./ $160.00 Non-Res. Fee: $32.00 Res./$37.00 Non-Res. (8 weeks) Location: Tolland Recreation Center Location: Crandall Park Courts

JUKIDO–BEGINNER Day: THURSDAYS Based on the ancient art of Jujitsu, Jukido helps build focus, de- Date: May 24–July 12, 2018 termination, confidence and sportsmanship. Time: 4:30-5:45 pm The emphasis is on safety and doing ones best while learning the Ages: 45 and up basic principles and self-defense techniques. Fee: $32.00 Res./ $37.00 Non-Res. (8 weeks) Instructor: Todd Sise, is a 4th degree black belt certified with the Location: Crandall Park Courts International Kokondo Association GOLF LESSONS - LADIES Day: Tuesdays If you want to learn to play golf or improve your game this course Date: June 19–August 7, 2018 is for you. Learn proper grip, alignment, swing technique, basic Time: 6:30-7:30 pm etiquette and rules. Instructor Rick Nelson, PGA Professional Ages: 6-8 Fee: $37.00 Res./ $42.00 Non-Res. (8 weeks) Day: Tuesdays Location: Tolland Recreation Center Date: May 29 –June 19, 2018 Time: 6:00 - 7:00pm JUKIDO – YOUTH/ ADULT Ages: 16 & up This class builds on the fundamentals learned in the Beginner Fee: $75.00 Res. / $80.00 Non-Res. (4 weeks) class. Helps build focus, determination, confidence Location: Skungamaug River Golf Course (end of Goose La) and sportsmanship. Instructor: Todd Sise, is a 4th degree black belt certified with the International Kokondo Association Day: THURSDAYS Date: August 2–August 23, 2018 Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:00-7:00 pm Date: June 19–August 7, 2018 Ages: 16&up Time: 7:30-8:30 pm Fee: $75.00 Res / $80.00 Non-Res. (4 weeks) Ages: 9 & up Location: Skungamaug River Golf Course Fee: $37.00 Res./ $42.00 Non-Res (8 weeks) (end of Goose La) Location: Tolland Recreation Center GOLF LESSONS-COED WINS FOR LIFE BASKETBALL CAMP – BOYS If you want to learn to play golf or improve your game this course This is an exceptional learning opportunity. This unique basketball is for you. Learn proper grip, alignment, swing technique, basic school features outstanding instruction, advanced skill develop- etiquette and rules. Instructor: Rick Nelson, PGA Professional ment, fun basketball challenges, and educational activities. Full- court competition, station drills, team building games, contests Day: TUESDAYS and mini-lectures are creatively combined to teach a range of Date: September 4–September 25, 2018 basketball skills and important life lessons. Our experienced edu- Time: 6:00-7:00 pm cators provide each student with valuable learning experiences to Ages: 16&up ensure individual improvement in basketball ability and Fee: $75.00 Res./ $80.00 Non-Res. (4 weeks) knowledge. Students gain confidence and make new friends. Ex- Location: Skungamaug River Golf Course cellent staff to student ratio! (end of Goose La) WINS For Life is affiliated with the Basketball Hall of Fame. Day: THURSDAYS Day: Monday-Friday Date: September 6–September 27, 2018 Date: August 13–August 17, 2018 Time: 5:00-6:00 pm Time: 9:00 am–3:30 pm Ages: 16&up Ages: Grades: 6th–10th Fee: $75.00 Res./ $80.00 Non-Res. (4 weeks) Fee: $295 Location: Skungamaug River Golf Club Location: Tolland High School Gym (end of Goose La)

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JUKIDO ADULT / YOUTH YOGA AM & PM Jukido is a style of Japanese Jujitsu founded centuries ago. Jujit- These classes are moderate, mixed level classes but a bit more su was used by Japan’s elite warrior class, the samurai, in battle- vigorous than the Gentle class. We use the tools of yoga - field combat. Jukido emphasizes safety and doing one’s best in a breathing exercises, postures, and meditation practices - to no-nonsense approach to self-defense. Instructor: Todd Sise, strengthen and stretch the body and relax the mind. Everything International Kokondo Association & 4rd Degree Black Belt can be modified or adapted to suit individual levels. No previous experience with yoga is necessary. Please bring a yoga mat and Day: Tuesdays a blanket or towel. Date: June 19–August 7, 2018 Instructor - Amy Evans, RYT-200 Time: 7:30-8:30 pm

Ages: 9 & up Yoga Incentive Program: If you get a friend to sign up, you will Fee: $37.00 Res./ $42.00 Non-Res (8 weeks) receive 2 FREE class vouchers which can be used at any Tolland Location: Tolland Recreation Center Recreation Department Yoga class within 9 months. KOKONDO KARATE Kokondo Karate, a Japanese style of Karate, uses Principles Day: MONDAYS- PM indigenous to the far east and draws from the most effective and Date: Session 1: July 2-July 30, 2018 traditional techniques from Japan, Okinawa and China. The em- Session 2: August 6-September 10, 2018 (No Class 9/3) phasis is a no-nonsense self-defense and perfection of technique. Time: 6:00 -7:00pm Instructor: Todd Sise, International Kokondo Association & 4rd Ages: 16 and up Degree Black Belt Fee: $34.00 Res./ $39.00 Non-Res. 5 weeks or $8.00 per walk-in Day: Tuesdays Location: Tolland Recreation Department Date: June 19–August 7, 2018 Time: 7:30-8:30 pm Day: TUESDAYS- AM Ages: 14 & up Date: Session 1: June 26-July 31, 2018 Fee: $37.00 Res./ $42.00 Non-Res. (8 weeks) Session 2: August 7-September 11, 2018 Location: Tolland Recreation Center Time: 7:00 - 8:00am Ages: 16 and up ADULT EDUCATION/PROGRAMS Fee: $40.00 Res./ $45.00 Non-Res. ZUMBA 6 weeks or $8.00 per walk-in Zumba is perfect for everybody! Each Zumba® class is designed Location: Tolland Recreation Department to bring people together to sweat. We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an Day: TUESDAYS- AM interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin Date: Session 1: June 26-July 31, 2018 and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness Session 2: August 7-September 11, 2018 classes are often called exercise in disguise. Zumba is a total Time: 9:00am - 10:00am workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle condi- Ages: 16 and up tioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose Fee: $40.00 Res./ $45.00 Non-Res. of awesome each time you leave class. 6 weeks or $8.00 per walk-in Instructor: Marisa Paradis Location: Tolland Recreation Department

Day: MONDAYS Day: WEDNESDAYS- PM Date: Session 1: June 4-July 30, 2018 (No Class 7/23) Date: Session 1: June 27 – August 1, 2018 (No Class 7/4) Session 2: August 6– October 1, 2018 (No Class 9/3) Session 2: August 8-September 5, 2018 Time: 7:00-8:00pm Time: 6:00 -7:00pm Ages: 16 and up Ages: 16 and up Fee: $40.00 Res./ $45.00 Non-Res. 8 weeks or $8.00 per Fee: $34.00 Res./ $39.00 walk-in 5 weeks or $8.00 per walk-in Location: Tolland Recreation Department Location: Tolland Recreation Department

Day: WEDNESDAYS Day: THURSDAYS- AM Date: Session 1: May 30-August 1, 2018(No Class 7/4, 7/25) Date: Session 1: June 28-August 2, 2018 Session 2: August 8-September 26, 2018 Session 2: August 9-September 13, 2018 Time: 7:00-8:00pm Time: 9:00am - 10:00am Ages: 16 and up Ages: 16 and up Fee: $40.00 Res./ $45.00 Non-Res. 8 weeks Fee: $40.00 Res./ $45.00 Non-Res. or $8.00 per walk-in 6 weeks or $8.00 per walk-in Location: Tolland Recreation Department Location: Tolland Recreation Department

Day: THURSDAYS ED 2 GO – ONLINE COURSES Date: Session 1: May 31-July 19, 2018 Session 2: August 9-September 27, 2018 Here at the Tolland Recreation Department we offer a wide range Time: 6:30-7:30pm of ed2go courses that you can take from the comfort of your own Ages: 16 and up home. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom Fee: $40.00 Res./ $45.00 Non-Res. are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, 8 weeks or $8.00 per walk-in fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Ready to explore Location: Tolland Recreation Department our catalog? Visit www.ed2go.com/TollandRec

Tolland Recreation Department GENTLE YOGA RECREATION HAPPENINGS this class is for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. The emphasis in this class is on slow, gentle movement with the YOGA ON THE GREEN FOR INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY! breath to create ease and flexibility in the muscles and joints, and Come and join us on Tolland Green for two yoga events in promote relaxation. We focus on self-awareness, paying atten- celebration of International Yoga Day! tion to sensations in both the body and mind. Gentle Yoga can increase joint mobility as well as deep relaxation. Please bring a June 21st was declared International Yoga Day by the UN in yoga mat and a blanket or towel 2014. Sri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India said this in his Instructor - Amy Evans, RYT-200 Day: Tuesdays- AM speech, “Yoga is not about exercise but to discover the sense of Date: Session 1: June 26-July 31, 2018 oneness with ourselves, the world, and nature.” Session 2: August 7-September 11, 2018 Time: 10:15am - 11:15am What: Moderate Yoga Ages: 16 and up When: Sunday, June 24, 2018 Fee: $40.00 Res./ $45.00 Non-Res. 6 weeks or $8.00 per walk-in Time: 8:00 - 9:00am Location: Tolland Recreation Department Location: Tolland Green

LAUGHTER YOGA Please bring a yoga mat. All levels welcome.

It is a unique concept where anyone can laugh for no reason with- What: Laughter Yoga out relying on jokes, humor, or comedy. We initiate laughter as an When: Sunday, June 24, 2018 exercise in a group with eye contact and childlike playfulness. It soon turns into real, spontaneous laughter. Time: 9:15 - 10:00am Location: Tolland Green It is called Laughter Yoga because it uses some of the same tools of yoga, such as physical movement and breathing exercises, to No flexibility required for this one! We will be mostly standing and help reduce stress, improve health and well-being, and feel con- sitting on the ground so please bring a beach towel or yoga mat to nected to others. Laughter also keeps us rooted in the present sit on. moment, which can also reduce stress.

The concept is based on the scientific fact that the brain cannot Please call the Recreation Department at 860 871-3610 if you differentiate between simulated and real laughter if done with will- plan to attend. This event IS weather dependent. It will be can- ingness. You get the same health benefits whether the laughter is celled in the event of rain. simulated or spontaneous.

It was started in India by a medical doctor, Dr. Madan Kataria, and his wife in 1995. It has grown to over 105 countries.

There are many scientific studies proving the health benefits of sustained laughter. Among them are reduced stress, stronger 2018 TRAIL’S DAY SOCIAL RUN immune system, increased circulation, and muscle relaxation. The Tolland Recreation Department and the Shenipsit Striders Join us this summer! All are welcome. Children must be Running Group invite you to Celebrate Trail’s Day in Connecticut accompanied by an adult. by joining us for a social trail run on the Crandall Park Trails. We Instructor - Amy Evans, RYT-200 will hold two runs; one for beginners and another for advance runners. Date: Saturday, May 26, 2018; 10:00-11:00am Tuesday, June 19, 2018; 6:00-7:00pm When: Sunday June, 3, 2018 Tuesday, July 17, 2018; 6:00-7:00pm Time: 9:00am Saturday, August 18, 2018; 10:00-11:00am Ages: 12 and older Ages: All ages; children must be accompanied by an adult Fee: FREE!!! Fee: $5.00 per walk-in/ per class Location: We will be meeting in the parking lot of the Location: Tolland Recreation Department Lodge, located at 124 Cider Mill Road

TOLLAND C.A.R.E.S.

The Tolland Recreation Department would like to thank our sponsors for the Tolland C.A.R.E.S. Program. The scholarship program was Lion’s Club of Tolland created to help children in need to get more active in recreational Fenton River Veterinary Hospital

activities. The benefits of recreation include: exercise which provides Cathy and Larry Gramling the opportunity to combat obesity and entertainment which provides Tolland Women’s Club social opportunities, and much more. This scholarship is for Tolland residents only and is an ongoing program. Thank you to the following organizations for their support:

Tolland Recreation Department TRIPS JAMES TAYLOR AT TANGLEWOOD Tanglewood presents James Taylor A DAY ON YOUR OWN - MID TOWN MANHATTAN with his extraordinary band of musi- The Coach bus leaves at 7:00 am from the Tolland Commuter lot cians. Fireworks will follow the July 4th at exit #68 off I 84. We plan to arrive in Midtown Manhattan concert. Register early. Tickets are around 10:00 am. The day is yours to orchestrate! We plan to expected to sell out. We will not have a leave NYC at 6:00 p.m. and return to the Tolland Commuter Lot stop on the way to Tanglewood. The about 9:00 p.m. We strongly recommend purchasing tickets well show starts at 8:00 p.m. The grounds in advance. Fee: $50 (transportation only) open at 5:30pm. We will arrive shortly Day: Saturday after 5:30 p.m. There are plenty of Date: September 22, 2018 places to buy dinner inside, but you’re welcome to bring in food, Time: Bus leaves commuter lot at exit 68 off of I-84 at 7:00am coolers, wine, etc. There is no cooking allowed on the grounds. and returns at approximately 8:00pm Fee: $50.00 for everyone (includes coach bus only) The Bus will leave the commuter lot at exit 68 off I-84 at 3:00 p.m. Location: Manhattan, NY and will return approximately midnight (2 hours after the fireworks are over) FEE: $67.00 for everyone (Fee includes bus, driver MAY WE SUGGEST? gratuity, and lawn ticket to the show.) HELLS KITCHEN FOOD TOUR – the tour will treat you to the

culinary experience of a life time, from empanadas to custom Day: Wednesday made donuts. Don’t forget the Baba Ganoush! The area offers a Date: July 4, 2018 world of fantastic ethnic food choices and the inside scoop and Time: Bus leaves commuter lot at exit 68 off of I-84 at 3:00pm history of how this thriving neighborhood came to be. Tour in- and will returns at approximately midnight (2 hours after cludes food and drink at 5 different locations and your knowledge- the fireworks are over). able award winning tour guide. Join us on the Hell’s Kitchen Food Fee: $67.00 for everyone (Includes coach bus transportation, Tour and you’ll find out how it got its name, and that this “kitchen” drive gratuity, and lawn ticket to the show) is truly a little bit of heaven! Fee: $89, tour is 2 hours, walking Location: Lenox, MA distance .9 miles, leaves at 12:30 p.m. (rain or shine) when you

make your reservation, they’ll confirm start location. Group size is 8 pp or less. A TOUR OF MARTHA'S VINEYARD- REGISTRATION DEADLINE JULY 5 MANHATTAN WALKING TOURS- several choices check them "The Vineyard" is the quintessential New England summer desti- out. nation. Located 7 miles south of Cape Cod, it is home to some wonderful, vintage inns and expansive, quiet beaches. Roundtrip Explore TIMES SQUARE- restaurants, shops, and theaters ferry from Falmouth, MA to Oak Bluffs. We'll be greeted by our abound! "Island Guide." Board your coach for a 3 1/2 hour tour of the "Storybook Island." History will merge with beauty giving the Is- Take in a BROADWAY SHOW – Theater District land its uniqueness. Highlights include Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Ha- Dozens of great choices, like Wicked, Hamilton, & The Book of ven, and 2 hours in Edgartown for shopping and dining on your Mormon to name a few ( 2 pm shows work well with our timing) own. Please note: This trip is rain or shine. Refunds will not be Tickets may be purchased in advance or on the day at Time available after the registration deadline. Square Ticketron for many shows. Day: Saturday Date: August 11, 2018 See or tour the EMPIRE STATE BUILDING Time: Departure is at 6:30 a.m. from I-84 exit 68

Visit the SPYSCAPE MUSEUM- NY’s Spy Museum, commuter lot and will return approximately at Dodge lasers, crack codes, lie and spot liars ...discover your inner 9:30 p.m. spy! Fee: $115 (includes coach bus and ferry transportation and a bus tour of the island)

BOSTON RED SOX VS. NY YANKEES Day: Saturday Come and spend a fun-filled day and attend a Red Sox/ Date: June 30, 2018 Yankees Game at Yankee Stadium in New York! We’ll get to Time: Bus leaves commuter lot at exit 68 off of I-84 at New York early for a tailgate lunch before the game. Tickets 8:30am and returns at approximately 6:30am are limited so register early. Game time is 1:05 p.m. The Bus (2hrs after game ends) leaves from the Tolland commuter Lot at exit 68 off I-84 at Fee: $150.00 for everyone (includes coach bus, games on 8:30am and returns approximately 2 hours after the game the bus, a stop for a cookout. and game ticket). ends. Location: Boston, MA

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TOLLAND NEEDS YOUR HELP TO INCREASE RECYCLING! IS YOUR STREET NUMBER VISIBLE FROM THE ROAD? Below are the items that the Town of Tolland is presently recy- Residents and Business Owners are asked to please check their cling: street address numbers. Can they be seen from the road? Are  Cardboard and Brown Paper bags they faded, too small, overgrown or missing? If so, please update  Milk & Juice Cartons your numbers so that they are visible from both directions. The Fire Department offers blue reflective street address signs for  Glass and Metal Food Containers $16. The signs measure 6” wide and 18” long, your house num-  Mixed Paper (Including Junk Mail, Magazines, Multi Ply bers are placed on both sides and the blue coating is also reflec- Carbon Paper) tive. These signs will make your address easier to find and they  Newspaper also make great gifts! For an order form please visit  Soft & Hard Covered Books www.tollandfire.org , click the Forms button on the left.  Phone Books Questions? Call 860-871-3677 x72158.

 Copy, Color and Computer Paper FIRE DEPARTMENT EXPLORER POST 40  Plastic Containers #1 through #7 The Tolland Fire Department Explorer Post consists of members  Cans (Aluminum and Tin) aged 14-18 years old who express an interest in Emergency Ser- More information can be found at www.tolland.org/solid-waste- vices. Under the guidance of Post 40 advisors these young adults recycling have been actively training and practicing their skills; with these skills and knowledge they have become valuable assets to the Tolland Fire Department community. Examples of their activities include:

 Certification in American Heart Association Heart-Saver TFD SEEKS VOLUNTEER FIRE POLICE OFFICERS First-Aid training and American Heart Association Residents whose schedules prevent them from becoming fire- Heart-Saver CPR/AED training. fighters or EMTs can still serve their community by joining the  Attended a “Gas Awareness for First Responders” TFD as volunteer Fire Police Officers. presentation which was conducted by Eversource and CNG. Members of the Fire Police unit provide valuable help at fires,  Participated in EMS training to learn how to splint extremities accidents and other emergencies. They help keep Firefighters correctly. and EMTs safe while they work by directing traffic, protecting by-  Attended a “Reading Smoke” presentation by Tolland Fire standers, safeguarding vehicles, and making sure that emergency Department Captain Ben Roper. apparatus can move safely and quickly to and from emergency scenes.  Advisors of the Post built a model-sized replica of a home to demonstrate to the Post members the basics of fire and Training to become a Fire Police Officer does not require weeks teach them about fire behavior. of out of town training. Much of the required training is done on-  Practiced their EMS skills by participating in routine patient line, and the remainder is done during normal evening drill ses- care and other hands-on training scenarios including sions here in town, or “on the job” under the direction of experi- Firefighter-Down CPR. enced personnel.  For information about this program call 860-871-3677 Ext. Residents who are 18 years of age, have a valid Connecticut driv- 72157. er’s license and a motor vehicle may apply. All applicants must meet the general requirements for membership in The Tolland Photos of Explorer Post 40 Members in Action: Fire Department, Inc. and complete all steps of the application process, including passing a physical examination and a back- ground investigation.

Pick up an application at the Tolland Fire Training Center, 191 Merrow Road. Or visit the TFD website, www.tollandfire.org, scroll down the left column and click on “Join Us.” Submit your name, email address and phone number and state that you are interested in the Fire Police. You will be contacted with more information on the application process.

TOLLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT AUXILIARY The Tolland Fire Department Auxiliary is searching for new members! The Auxiliary always answers the call, whether it’s bringing hot coffee to firefighters at the scene on a cold night or cold bev- erages on a hot day - we’re here to help! Not only are we ready when the call comes in, we conduct fundraisers and offer our support for TFD sponsored community events! We always welcome new members male or female, retired firefighters and explorers. In fact, any community member can join if you’re at least 18 years old. You don’t even need to have a family member in the department to join us. This is such a great way to assist the Tolland Fire Department and help our local community. If you are interested in joining the TFD Auxiliary or would like more information you can reach us by email at [email protected].

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TOLLAND FIRE DEPARTM ENT WANTS YOU! (NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY) Connecticut has more than 300 fire departments, staffed by over 26,000 firefighters & EMTs. Approximately 83% of those are volunteers with professional level training. Volunteers are called upon 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to abandon the warmth and comfort

of their homes in the middle of the night, or during a holiday celebration. Without hesitation they leave the fun of family gatherings on

sunny summer afternoons, enter burning buildings, provide emergency medical assistance, rescue stranded hikers or struggling swimmers, extricate patients from automobiles, and more, because they find helping their neighbors extremely fulfilling.

The majority of fire departments throughout the state are experiencing a shortage of volunteers, and Tolland Fire is no exception. We

can use volunteers of all skill levels and abilities, people willing and able to respond to emergencies whenever called upon, as well as

support personnel such as fire police, auxiliary, and more! Here are just some of the things volunteers can do here in Tolland...

Firefighter - There are few things more exhilarating and satisfying than being a firefighter. Training and certification opportunities as- sociated with Tolland Fire Department will prepare you to engage in activities such as fire suppression, vehicle extrication, rescue, fire prevention & public education.

Emergency Medical Services - Did you know we are not just firefighters? Tolland Fire Department operates two ambulances staffed with EMTs (Emergency Medical Technicians) and provides BLS (Basic Life Support) level care to our community. No experience? No problem! EMT training programs are held several times per year in which you can acquire EMT certification and start making a differ- ence.

Fire Police - Without our Fire Police Unit controlling the roadways, organizing vehicles and apparatus, and keeping emergency scenes protected, our fire and EMS personnel wouldn’t be able to operate as efficiently as we do. Training involves a federal Traffic Incident Management program and is an excellent way to contribute to the overall mission of our department.

Auxiliary - Our support services play a vital role in our ability to manage incidents of long duration and our ability to remain a tight-knit

family. The Auxiliary Unit is typically activated during particularly intense incidents in order to assist our responders in staying effective by providing appropriate refreshments and support. This Unit also plans and executes our social, community and fundraising events.

Special Members - Do you have a skill or talent that you think would be particularly valuable to the department, but not sure if you

want to commit to responding to emergency situations? Talk to us about opportunities to contribute as a special member.

Explorer Post 40 - TFD could not be prouder of our Explorers! Our program is for young men and women, aged 14-18, who have an interest in the fire service/EMS world. They train with us, have their own leadership structure, and can earn opportunities to ride along on calls. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) - Our CERT team operates similarly to the Auxiliary Unit, but in closer proximity to

our responders during large scale incidents. They can assist responders directly with scene tasks, as well as work in our Emergency Operations Center (EOC) when activated.

As you can see there are many opportunities in which you can volunteer. Both men and women over age 18 are welcome to apply; volunteers are wanted for each unit. Want to know more? Call the Training Center at 860-871-3677. You can also stop by the Training

Center at 191 Merrow Road, weekdays, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or on Monday nights after 7:00 p.m., when he hold our

weekly training sessions. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook (@tollandfire), Twitter (@TollandAlert), and Instagram (@TollandAlert).

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TollandTolland AnimalAnimal ControlControl is pleased to announce it’s

thth 55 AnnualAnnual “Low “Low Cost”Cost”

RabiesRabies VaccinationVaccination ClinicClinic

Tolland Residents & Non -Residents are Welcome

th Saturday, June 9 , 2018

10:0010:00 a.m.a.m. –– 12:0012:00 p.m.p.m.

(Rain or Shine)

Location: Tolland Fire Training Center/Station 240

191 Merrow Rd (Rte. 195), Tolland, CT.

Veterinarian: Dr Scott Morey, DVM of Tolland’s Fenton River Veterinary Hospital

Cost: $10.00 per Vaccine (CASH ONLY) Cost: $10.00 per Vaccine (CASH ONLY)

Important:  Dogs must be LEASHED

 Cats must be in CARRIERS

 To receive a 3 year vaccination, you must bring proof of your pets’ prior

rabies vaccination.

 If you may need special accommodations for you or your pet, please make arrangements in advance.

Tolland Animal Control – 860-871-3676 a Division of Tolland Public Safety

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FRIENDLY PET REMINDERS JUNE IS DOG LICENSE RENEWAL MONTH! With warmer weather in the air, Tolland’s Animal Control Officers Tolland Animal Control would like to remind dog owners that June would like to remind pet owners of some very important matters: is Dog License renewal month. All dogs over 6 months of age residing in Connecticut must have a current license. Beginning We welcome dogs and their owner’s to enjoy our town parks and June 4, 2018 through June 30th you may stop by the Town trails, however dogs MUST be leashed at all times and owners Clerk’s Office to purchase a new tag. Fees are $8.00 for Spayed/ MUST pick up after their dog. Our parks and trail systems are for Neutered dogs or $19.00 for dogs not Spayed/Neutered. Licenses all residents to enjoy. Please be courteous since we all share the are available in the Town Clerk’s Office located in Town Hall dur- same paths! ing regular business hours. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM, Remember animals of any species are NOT permitted on Friday closed. Please make checks payable to “Town of Tolland”. playgrounds, ball fields, tennis courts or school running tracks. Tolland is now offering residents the convenience of renew- When traveling with your pets, be aware of temperatures and ing your dog licenses online by using your MasterCard, Visa, Dis- humidity levels. It only takes minutes for the interior of a parked cover credit or debit card. This is for license renewals only. First vehicle to climb to extreme temperatures. Even when outside time licenses must be obtained in person or by mail. A valid ra- temperatures register in the 60’s, the heat inside a vehicle can bies vaccination must be on file. For on-line renewals please visit climb into the ‘danger zone’ after only a short period of time. www.tolland.org/town-clerk/pages/dog-licenses Parking your vehicle in the shade and rolling down a window doesn’t guarantee your pet protection from heatstroke and/or Or mail a copy of your dog’s current Rabies Certificate, proof of suffocation. Dogs do not sweat or have the ability to regulate its Spay/Neuter (if applicable), a self-addressed stamped envelope, body heat as efficiently as a human can therefore a dog can the appropriate fee and your check payable to “Town of Tolland”, quickly overheat and suffer from heatstroke. to the Town Clerk’s Office, 21 Tolland Green, Tolland, CT 06084 Attn: Dog Licenses. If you choose to mail in for your dog's license; Did you know that by rolling down your window for ventilation please remember you must include a self-addressed, stamped even partially, your pet can escape if upset, startled or provoked? envelope. Or your pet could also be stolen! Additionally, passersby may try to feed or pet the animal through the car window. If your pet bites Any dog owner found not to have licensed their dog after June 30, or is accused of biting anyone, you as the owner will be liable for 2018 is subject to fines of $1.00 each month the license is over- your pet’s actions. due. If you had a dog licensed in 2017 and no longer own that dog, please let us know to remove your dog from our listing. You Dogs left outdoors must be provided shelter from the sun and may contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 860-871-3630, Tolland rain, and must have clean water available to them at all times. If Animal Control at 860-871-3676 or e-mail animalcon- you must keep your dog(s) outdoors, it is recommended that they [email protected] . Please include your name & address and your be sheltered in a secure, covered kennel rather than chained or dog’s name & breed/color as well as the reason for removal. tied out. Dogs can easily become entangled and injure their legs, trachea or even be strangled by their own cable tie out. IMPORTANT: Please take note that by failing to license your dog (s) with the town each year, you are also in violation of Connecti- Most of all please remember that our job as responsible pet cut State Statute §22-338. This violation carries an additional owners is to ensure the safety and well-being of our furry friends. penalty of $75.00 for each unlicensed dog owned or kept by you, should an infraction ticket is issued. Animal Control Officers are Please remember that Dog Licenses must be renewed annually required to issue infraction tickets to those in violation of the State during the month of June. Most renewals can be completed on- statute. If you have any questions regarding licensing, please line or in person at the Town Clerk’s office. contact our office at 860-871-3676

WILDLIFE REMINDERS FROM TOLLAND ANIMAL CONTROL Every year at this time our department begins to receive an increase in calls regarding concerns of wildlife. Please don’t be alarmed! It is not uncommon to see a glimpse of a beautiful fox, coyote, bobcat, fisher cat, or even a black bear or two crossing through your property especially during the early morning or dusk hours.

For instance fox enjoy laying out basking in the warmth of the sun or hunting for mice in your stone walls. Lying in the sun helps them dry out their wet coat from the spring rains and helps heel their skin of ailments. Unless the animal is aggressive, collapsing, walking in circles/dizzy, or appears lethargic/sick, there is no need to notify our department. Just enjoy watching the animal from a distance while in its natural habitat.

To deter these animals from being on your property, please be sure to keep all garbage in closed containers, don’t put food out in compost piles, put away bird feeders, do not leave pet food outdoors, and do not leave small animals outside unattended. You may hang wind chimes in areas which frequent these animals or bang metal objects from a distance, to frighten them away.

If a resident witnesses any wild animal which is sick or acting aggressively towards either a human or a companion animal, or if a person or animal makes physical contact with a wild animal, please contact Tolland Animal Control at 860-871-3676.

For more information on wildlife facts, please visit the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (D.E.E.P.) website at: http://www.ct.gov/deep/ Click on ‘Natural Resources’ and then ‘Wildlife’.

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DEPARTMENT PHONE Animal Control ...... (860) 871-3676

Assessor’s Office ...... (860) 871-3650

Building Department ...... (860) 871-3601

Elections Administration ...... (860) 871-3634

Emergency Management ...... (860) 871-3677

Finance Department ...... (860) 871-3653

Fire Department/Ambulance

(Non-Emergency) ...... (860) 871-3677 Tolland Clerk’s Office Fire Marshal ...... (860) 871-3677 x72143 JUNE IS DOG LICENSING MONTH! Health District/Sanitarian ...... (860) 871-3608 If your dog is six months or older CT law requires they be licensed. Licenses are available for renewal during the month of Human Resources ...... (860) 871-3600 June in person, by mail or online. The cost is $8.00 for altered dogs and $19.00 for those who are not. A one dollar late fee per Human Services ...... (860) 871-3648 dog will be charged each month for those who are late. All dogs Library ...... (860) 871-3620 must have proof of a current rabies vaccination on file. When licensing by mail, please make checks payable to Town of Tolland Planning & Development ...... (860) 871-3601 and include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your tags and paperwork. Mail it to: Town Clerk, 21 Tolland Police - Kevin Eklund, Green, Tolland, CT 06084. Admin. Resident Trooper ...... (860) 875-8911 You can also renew your dog license(s) online by using your Lori Sherwood, Secretary ...... (860) 926-4695 credit/debit card. There is a $1.75 convenience fee added to allow for this online service. A valid rabies certificate must be on file. Probate Court ...... (860) 871-3640 Go to the Town Clerk page at tolland.org and click the DOG LICENSING tab. You will need to enter your dog’s current tag Public Safety (Non-Emergency) .. (860) 871-3677 number. Public Works ...... (860) 871-3696 If you no longer own your licensed dog, please notify us at 860- Recreation Department ...... (860) 871-3610 871-3630 so that we can remove the record. Senior Services ...... (860) 870-3730

Solid Waste & Recycling ...... (860) 926-4695

...... (860) 871-3600

Tax Department ...... (860) 871-3657 Tolland Tykes Preschool ...... (860) 871-3610

Town Clerk ...... (860) 871-3630

Town Engineer ...... (860) 871-3601

Town Manager’s Office ...... (860) 871-3600

Youth Services ...... (860) 871-3612

Tolland Public Library ADULT PROGRAMS

MOVIE The movie, Lady Bird, will be shown at the library on Tuesday, May 8 at 6:30 PM and also at 2 PM on Wednesday, May 9. This highly rated drama stars Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf, is rated R and runs for 93 minutes.

MUSIC The North Street quartet, a group from the Silk City Chorus of Manchester will be performing a variety of songs on Saturday, May 12 at 1 PM in the library’s program room.

MEDITATION Join Clare Vidich, long time meditator for a workshop on medita- TOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY CHILDREN’S LATE SPRING & tion on Tuesday, May 29 at 6:30 PM. Clare has been inspiring SUMMER PROGRAMS audiences on how to practice and learn this very simple technique which provides many benefits. There will even be a little medita- FIRST GRADE CLASS VISITS: tion sitting at the end. Please call the library at 860 871-3620 to all first grade classes from Birch Grove School will visit the library register or sing up online at Tolland.org/library and scroll down to on May 7th, 8th, and 9th for a tour with the children’s librarian and Online Library Events Calendar. to receive first library cards, just in time to get ready for summer reading! GARDENING John Root, naturalist and landscaper, will be talking about Organ- SUMMER READING PROGRAM: ic Gardening for Everyone on Monday, June 4 at 6:30 PM. this year’s Summer Reading Program, Libraries Rock, will start Learn natural and effective techniques for the cultivation of a vari- the week of June 25th. All students entering grades K and up ety of vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers. are eligible; books read count toward the Governor’s Summer Reading Challenge for school in the fall. And you can use- MOVIE TumbleBooks, the library’s e-book service for kids – Tumble- The movie, The Post, will be shown at the library on Tuesday, Books titles count for summer reading! Click on the Tumble- June 12 at 2 PM and on Wednesday, June 13 at 2 PM. This Books link on the kids/teens page - you’ll need to enter your li- Academy Award nominated drama stars Meryl Streep and Tom brary card number to sign in. Hanks, is rated PG-13 and runs for 116 minutes.

ANNUAL TRUCK DAY: all ages are invited to come and check HIKING out the trucks! Truck Day will be held in the parking lot next to the Sam Ducharme will present a ninety minute program, Thru Hiking library on Friday, June 29th from 1 to 3 p.m. (the first full week the Appalachian Trail, in the library’s program room on Tuesday, of school vacation). It’s free and fun! June 19 at 6:30 PM. The program is educational and fun and suitable for young and old alike. MR. MAGIC: that talented (and funny!) magic man will kick off Summer Reading for kids on: Monday, June 25th, at 11a.m. – CONNECTICUT ICONS 12 p.m. For ages 5 and up – everyone signing up for summer Charles Monagan will speak about his book Connecticut Icons: reading is invited to come for an amazing hour. Sign up Classic Symbols of the Nutmeg State, on Tuesday, July 10 at requested: call 860-871-3620. 6:30 PM in the library’s program room.

YARD GOATS MASCOT VISIT: come and meet a mascot from MOVIE the Hartford Yard Goats at the library! Tentative date: Thursday, A movie, TBA, will be shown on Tuesday, July 17 at 6:30 PM June 28th, at 10:30 a.m. (check the library events calendar to and on Wednesday, July 18 at 2 PM. confirm date and time). We’ll share a baseball story and kids will have a photo opportunity and can get an autograph. CT AUTHORS TRAIL Suggested for ages 4 and up. Tolland is once more participating in the Connecticut Authors Trail. Richard Pfau, the author of Your Behavior: Understanding OPEN SUMMER PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: families with chil- and Changing the Things You Do, will be speaking on Wednes- dren ages 2 and up are invited to summer storytimes on day, July 18 at 6:30 PM in the library’s program room. Thursday mornings at 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. on: July 5th, 12th, and 19th. No sign up required – drop by as your vacation sched- DOG TRAINING ule permits. Phil Klein, Certified Dog Listener, will present a dog training program called Understanding your Best Friend, on Tuesday, July YOUNG VOLUNTEERS: the library needs many volunteers, 24 at 6:30 Pm in the library’s program room. especially over the summer months. Students in grades 7 and up who need to volunteer for school, Scouts, church, the National Honor Society, or for personal interest are invited to drop by to sign up to volunteer.

Tolland Public Library children’s and youth programs are free! To sign up or for more information, check our events calendar, or call 860-871-3620.

Tolland Public Library TOLLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION Smith is an associate professor of visual journalism at the Teen poets will compete in Tolland’s Seventh Annual Teen Po- University of Connecticut whose work has appeared in numerous etry Slam May 10 media outlets, including The New York Times, CNN and USA Today. He shared in a Pulitzer Prize for coverage of wildfires in Teenaged writers will perform original poems and compete for Colorado in 2003 for the Rocky Mountain News. prizes on Thursday, May 10 when the Tolland Public Library

Foundation holds its seventh annual poetry slam. The talk is free, but registration is required. To register, call In partnership with Tolland High School and Tolland Middle the library at 860-871-3620 or register online at tolland.org/ School, the Foundation and the Tolland Public Library are spon- library. soring the slam for middle and high school students ages 12 to 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the library at 21 Tolland Green. Since 2010, the EDK series has brought well-known authors Preference will be given to Tolland residents, but students to Tolland, including Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Dan Barry, from other towns can participate if space permits. Chris Knopf, Caragh O’Brien, Dawn Metcalf, Susan Campbell, Denis Horgan, Jeff Goldberg, Cindy Rodriguez, Susan Schoen- Poetry slams were born in Chicago in 1986 to encourage and berger and Lucy Anne Hurston. celebrate the art of performance poetry. About the Tolland Public Library Foundation Students will be performing two three-minute poems, which The Foundation was established in 1996 to receive donations to will be judged by a panel that will include THS Assistant Principal benefit the Tolland Public Library and to enhance library services Margot Martello; Tia Meares, a THS student; Ginny Brousseau, beyond what the town budget provides. Tax-deductible donations the Tolland Public Library’s young adult/children’s librarian; Foun- can be sent to the Tolland Public Library Foundation, Inc., 21 dation Board President Linda Byam and Foundation Board Vice Tolland Green, Tolland, CT 06084. President Dani Titterton. A top prize of a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card and other prizes will be awarded.

Poets must be prepared to perform a third poem in case of a tie-breaker. HOW TO REGISTER FOR A TOLLAND The slam will be hosted by Tolland High English teacher James MacArthur. RECREATION DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY

Entry forms are available at the public library, the high school library, from any THS English teacher or at TollandPublicLi- 1. Log in to your account. If you do not have braryFoundation.org. Students must return the forms to one of one Create a New Account. the same places and email three original poems to katefar- [email protected] by Monday, May 7. 2. Click on the Register icon at the top your account or click the Register from the The slam is free and open to the public, but audience mem- navigation bar and select a program of bers are asked to register for the event by calling the library at 860-871-3620 or visiting www.tolland.org/library. interest. 3. Click Add to Cart or Purchase Options Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist to speak at the Tolland Library May 15 next to the desired activity to add activities to the cart for that member of your Steven G. Smith, a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist, will household or click Change Member to speak at the Tolland Public Library on May 15 about his new add activities to the cart for another book, “Under the Dark Sky: Life in the Thames River Basin.” member in the household.

Smith will speak at 6:30 p.m. at the library at 21 Tolland Green 4. Click Check Out to review your shopping as part of the Eaton-Dimock-King Authors Series, which is spon- cart, then Continue to move forward with sored by the Tolland Public Library Foundation. your order.

The book, published by Wesleyan Press and containing 92 5. Choose Check Out Online (when availa- vivid color photos, tells the story of contemporary rural life in east- ble) or Create a Registration Form (if ern Connecticut and southern Massachusetts. available) and follow the steps. Anyone who treasures Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner” will enjoy this book, which showcases the picturesque Thames River basin. This watershed area is considered to be the last place where WWW.TOLLANDREC.COM dark night sky can be viewed between Washington, D.C. and the Boston metro area. It is often referred to as the “Last Green Val- ley.”

The book also contains a foreword by noted outdoor writer Steve Grant, who wrote extensively about nature and adventure travel while working as a journalist at the Hartford Courant for 29 years. 19

Tolland Planning and Development Tolland Human Services PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE TOWN OF TOLLAND FAIR HOUSING NOTICE Where should future development go in Tolland? What type of Submitted by Beverly Bellody, Director of Human Services development is most suitable? Where should we protect open lands and natural features? Beverly Bellody, Director of Tolland Human Services, serves as These are the types of questions the Planning and Zoning Com- the Fair Housing Officer for the Town of Tolland. The Federal mission will be addressing over the next 18 months as it updates Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental and the town’s land use plan, called a Plan of Conservation and De- financing of dwellings, and in other housing-related transactions, velopment (POCD). The State requires that communities adopt based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, familial status such a plan and update it at least every ten years in order to re- or the presence of children, or disability. main eligible for certain state funding sources. The Commission has set up a webpage with information on this Under the Connecticut Fair Housing Act, it is against the law to initiative at: deny anyone housing based on race, color, national origin, ances- https://www.tolland.org/planning-development/pages/2019-plan- try, sex, religion, familial status or the presence of children, disa- conservation-development-update bility, marital status, sexual orientation, age (except minors), law- You may find two items posted on the website to be of particular ful source of income or gender identity or expression. If you feel interest. The Commission conducted a brief on-line survey, which your rights have been denied in the equal access to the rental, drew almost 700 responses. Respondents feel that the issue of sale or financing of residential property, please contact Beverly development is a pressing topic for the town and Commission to Bellody at (860) 871-3611, Mon.-Wed. 8:00 am-4:30 pm, Thurs. address. You can review a summary of the survey and read 8:00 am-7:30 pm, closed on Friday. through the input from residents and other stakeholders. The second document is a “Condition and Trends” report, which For more information you can also contact The Connecticut Fair looks at town demographics, housing data, economic information Housing Center, 221 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06106, 860-247- and other data. 4236, or email at [email protected]. The Connecticut Fair Housing Center also has information about foreclosure preven- PUBLIC WORKSHOP – JUNE 11 tion. Save the date! A kick-off meeting for the POCD will be held Mon- day, June 11 at the Tolland Middle School at 7 p.m. Attendees SENIOR CENTER NEWS will have an opportunity to provide input on all aspects of the POCD including conservation, development, transportation, hous- Senior Center Day Trips for 2018 ing, community facilities, and other topics. Stay tuned for addi- All trips are subject to change tional information.  July 10th All You Can Eat Lobster - Delany House BUILDING DEPARTMENT-860-871-3601  October 18th Oktoberfest - Kruckers, Pomona, NY Did you know that many permits can be applied and paid for  December 2nd Stageloft Theater/Lunch at Salem Cross Inn online? From the homepage of Tolland.org, click on the Building "Christmas Survival" Department Online Permitting button. While you’re on the Build-

ing Dept. page, please browse through our many informative Senior Center Overnight Trip for 2018 handouts. There is quite a bit of information regarding swimming

pools, decks, additions and the permit application process in gen- June 18th-20th eral. Remember to schedule a final inspection appointment to The Fabulous Finger Lakes properly close out your permit. Open Building Permits will impede Canandaigua, NY the sale of your home and may give cause to an insurance com- $ 547.00 PP double/$707.00 PP single pany to deny a claim for fire or personal injury. Contact the Senior Center to make a reservation 860-870-3730.

Now that warmer weather is finally here, many of you may be

thinking of installing a swimming pool. A building permit is required for all in-ground pools and any above-ground pools that are more than 24 inches deep. Building codes have changed a bit and we are here to offer guidance for a code-compliant instal- lation. Items commonly missed by installers are proper bonding of the water and perimeter area; not having a floating pool alarm; not having a proper fence or gate and running the pump off of an

extension cord instead of permanent wiring.

Another thing that we see many people doing is running a window air conditioner off an undersized extension cord. A proper air conditioner cord is usually of 14 gauge wire, has a three-prong plug and is no longer than six feet long. A utility-grade cord may not only damage the air conditioner, but will likely begin to melt and may cause a fire well before the circuit breaker trips. Do

yourself a favor and visit a knowledgeable, well-stocked hardware store for assistance in selecting a proper cord.

The Building Official, James Paquin is typically available in the office to answer questions from 8:00-10:00 AM and Noon-2:00 PM, plus 6:00-7:30 PM on Thursdays.

Tolland Human Services Human Services Residents may call any of the following Tolland Human Services personnel for more information about state programs and local initiatives: Beverly Bellody, M.S., Human Services Director (860) 871-3611 Nancy Taylor Dunn, L.P.C., Assistant Director Human Services (860) 871-3612 Stephanie Mansell, B.S., Human Services Case Manager (860) 871-3615 Fran Weigand, Senior Center Director (860) 870-3725 Rebecca Ellert, Elderly Outreach Case Worker (860) 870-3726 Bridget Joy, Administrative Secretary, (860) 871-3648

Assistance Programs:

CONNECTICUT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CEAP/CHAP)

The 2017/2018 Energy Assistance Program is closed. Applications for the 2018/2019 program will be taken beginning in September, 2018. On behalf of eligible households, the winter heating assistance program pays for such heating sources as oil, natural gas, electricity, propane, kerosene, coal and wood/pellets. Homeowners and renters may apply. Eligibility for energy assistance is based on income, liquid assets and size of household. Information regarding eligibility and required doc- uments will be posted on the Tolland website, www.tolland.org (search Energy Assistance) in late August.

OPERATION FUEL EMERGENCY ENERGY AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Tolland residents who meet the income guidelines below may also contact Human Services with inquiries as to their eligibility for Op- eration Fuel Emergency energy assistance (deliverable fuels, electric and gas utilities). This program is open from December-June, or until funds are exhausted. Residents may contact Human Services throughout the summer months to inquire about whether utility assistance is available. For further information, Tolland residents may contact Nancy Dunn at (860) 871-3612.

INCOME GUIDELINES FOR OPERATION FUEL PROGRAMS

Household Income Guidelines - 2017/2018

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Under Under Under Under Under Under Under $42,958 $56,175 $69,393 $82,611 $95,830 $109,047 $111,525

FOOD BANK The Food Bank gratefully appreciates donations from individuals, neighborhoods, youth groups, organizations and businesses. Tol- land residents needing to use the Food Bank, and those wishing to make donations to the Food Bank, may contact the following staff members: Seniors- contact Rebecca Ellert, (860) 870-3726; all other households- contact Stephanie Mansell, (860) 871-3615.

TOLLAND HOUSING REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM The Tolland Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program provides zero percent interest loans to eligible residents for home repair projects that include, but are not limited to: septic systems, well repair, roofing and siding, structural deficiencies, replacement windows, insula- tion, ADA improvements, plumbing, electrical and heating systems. To be eligible, yearly gross income must not exceed amounts listed below:

Number in Family 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Household Income 50,350 57,550 4,750 71,900 77,700 83,450 89,200 94,950

For an application or for more information, residents who are interested and feel they may be income eligible may contact Bridget Joy (860-871-3648). All information provided to the Tolland Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program will be kept confidential.

FOODSHARE MOBILE FOOD PANTRY The FoodShare Mobile Food Pantry is available in Tolland on alternate Thursdays, 9-9:30 a.m. in the parking lot adjacent to the Unit- ed Congregational Church of Tolland, 45 Tolland Green. Pre-registration and identification are not required. For more information about FoodShare, residents may contact FOODSHARE at (860) 286-9999 or the UCC office at (860) 875-4160, or visit the FOOD- SHARE website, www.foodshare.org. For the next few months, distribution at the Tolland site will be on the following dates: May 10 & 24; June 7 & 21; July 5 & 19; August 2, 16 & 30, 2018 from 9:00-9:30 a.m. Residents participating in the program must bring their own bags.

Tolland Human Services RENTER’S REBATE

Tolland Human Services will be accepting Renter’s Rebate applications from April 2, 2018 to October 1, 2018. This income-based program provides a one-time payment to renters based on the rent and utilities paid in 2017. Recipient or spouse must be 65 years of age or older, or be 50 years of age or older and the surviving spouse of a renter who at the time of the renter's death had qualified and was entitled to tax relief provided such spouse was domiciled with such renter at the time of the renters death, or 18 years of age or older and eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits and must meet a one year state residency requirement. Proof of income and expenses for 2017 must be provided.

Household Income Guidelines (2017) Single/widowed applicants Under $35,300 Married applicants Under $43,000

To schedule an appointment, please contact Stephanie Mansell (860-871-3615); seniors contact Rebecca Ellert (860-870-3726).

YOUTH PROGRAMMING

TOLLAND YOUTH SERVICES COMMUNITY THEATER HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Friday & Saturday, July 27 & 28, 2018 7-9 PM, Tolland High School Library 7 PM Tolland High School Auditorium This free program is open to Adults Only!

Tickets available to the public beginning Monday, July 9 * $8 Take the opportunity to look through a mock bedroom to see how advanced, $10 at the door * many drug & alcohol-related products and hiding places you can Call 860-871-3648 for ticket information. identify (see that USB drive in the laptop? Wait- it’s a vaping Registration Forms, Audition materials and general program device!), followed by a presentation discussing the many information are available on the Town website (search Seussi- products available, warning signs to look for, and how to bring up cal). Registrations will be accepted until registration is full; partici- these important issues and concerns with youth. pants must currently be in grades 1-12. This program will be presented by CT Assoc. of Prevention Auditions: May 14, 2018, 4 PM Tolland High School Professionals (CAPPS) and sponsored by Tolland Schools and Tolland Youth Services. For information call 860-870-6818 Ext. 1 TYSCT COFFEE HOUSE, ONLINE PARENTING Friday, May 11, 2018 Webinars & class recordings, FREE to Tolland residents and 7 PM Tolland High School Café professionals thru December 2018. Provided courtesy of Tol- Admission ~ $5 + toiletry* item for Tolland Food Bank land Youth Services and Tolland Family Resource Center. Infor- (*shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, razors/shaving cream, toilet mation and program details are located on the town website, paper, toothpaste, etc.) www.Tolland.org (search Youth Services).

The event features original and popular vocal selections per- For more information residents may contact Nancy Dunn @ nan- formed by area high school youth. Admission includes light re- [email protected] or (860) 871-3612. Please visit us at freshments and coffee. www.tolland.org (search Youth Services), and watch for press

releases about upcoming youth programs/events.

Tolland Board of Education THE TOLLAND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER HELPING TOLLAND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER FAMILIES GROW STRONG! SUMMER CAMP WHERE FRIENDSHIPS ARE FORMED 1. Full and Part Time Preschool Child Care: FRC will help you find the right program for you and your child The FRC offer referrals to full day infant/preschool childcare programs. FRC offers preschool programs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-11:30 am for 3 year old and Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:30-3:15 pm for 4 year olds. FRC offers Preschool Enrichment for 3-5 year olds Monday- Friday from 9:00 am -1:30 pm. Parents may choose from 2 to 5 days. (children must be 3 years old by August 1, 2018) Swimming, hiking, weekly field trips including Sturbridge Village, Southwick Zoo and the Submarine Museum are just 2. School Age Child Care including Vacation and Summer a few of the activities we have planned. Camp Register today while there are a few spaces available. Don’t FRC offers: Before and After School, Vacation/ In-service miss the fun! Days Care and a Summer Camp, all programs are open from For registration information 7:00 AM-6:00 PM. Visit our website at www.tolland.k12.ct.us/community/ 3. Families in Training family_resource_center The FRC offers a variety of family programs and events throughout the day including preschool for children 3-5 years old, play- or call (860)870-6750 x 6 groups, PACT (Parents and Children Together) classes, Spanish classes and Grow with Me for Two and Three Year olds and their adult. Monthly Evening family events Our Parents as Teachers program provides home visits to Tolland Families to children 0-age 5. Please check our website for programs that are currently being offered www.tolland.12.ct.us/community/family _resource _center

4. Resource and Referral The FRC refers families to other community agencies and childcare programs.

5. Adult Education & Family Literacy FRC refers to Adult Education- Vernon We offer an adult ESL program through VRABE, Monday and Wednesday evenings 6:00-8:00 pm. Family literacy is ongoing throughout our programs. FRC collaborates with Tolland Library to provide a literacy play- group.

6. Support and Training for Child and Family Day Care Providers Monthly Evening Trainings for care providers (usually the second Monday of each month) Playgroups for Providers. Annual Preschool Childcare and Activity Fair, second Tuesday in January in the Birch Grove Cafeteria. Bring your children with you. There will be activities for them and information for you about programs available in town.

7. Positive Youth Development FRC collaborates with Tolland Youth Services School Age Care Programs offer many program actives that fos- ter positive youth development. We offer Buddy opportunities for students to role model and assist special needs children in All Star Bowling December-March and Challenger Baseball beginning, May -June Tuesday and Thursdays 5:45-7:00 pm.