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Vol. lII, No. 32 Complimentary (860) 928-1818 ‘Broadly speaking, the short words are the best, and the old words best of all.’ FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2008

Celebrating Warner’s birthday Sinkhole causes problems for Small Pond Road RESIDENTS REQUEST EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE

BY CHENOA PIERCE actually get out,” First Selectmen VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Larry Groh Jr. said Wednesday morn- THOMPSON — Residents in the pri- ing, after the issue was discussed at vately owned Small Pond Road, aka the April 22 Board of Selectmen meet- School House Pond, area have request- ing. ed the help of the town for emergency The gravel near the culvert washed road maintenance after a culvert gave out a few weeks ago, according to Groh way, causing a sinkhole to form in the and, because the road is privately street. owned, the town can’t fix it. “What happened was is that there “Because it’s a private road, the was a culvert that goes across one of town doesn’t do repairs for private the roads and it deteriorated and now roads; the town only repairs what’s on there’s a big sinkhole that’s pretty large in size. If you were to drive a car Turn To SELECTMEN, 13 into it, you would need a tow truck to page Myers-Kiett awarded full

Chenoa Pierce photos scholarship to Monmouth

MARIANAPOLIS TEAM Right, Sabrina Anderson CAPTAIN OVERCAME (as Jessie) and loveable pooch Max (as Watch) DEVASTATING INJURIES during a skit of the first two chapters in BY JOSH SAYLES Gertrude Chandler VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Warner’s classic The THOMPSON — Marianapolis bas- Boxcar Children at ketball team captain Michael Myers- Putnam Public Kiett sits in a side room of the school Library April 16. library. A brand-new Monmouth Above, Jessie Hawks hat, white with navy blue (Sabrina Anderson), trim, tags attached and still in the Henry (Chance bag, lies on the darkly stained wood- Andersen), Benny en table in front of him; next to that (Cole Andersen) and are two pieces of paper that the 6- Violet (Sydne foot, 7-inch small forward is sup- Josh Sayles photo Andersen) enjoy “din- posed to sign — a letter of intent and ner” with Watch (Max a basketball scholarship acceptance Marianapolis basketball captain Michael the dog) during the skit. form for Monmouth University. His Myers-Kiett is going to Monmouth The library was celebrat- coach, Dave Vitale, is on his right; his University next year on a basketball ing the birthday of Gertrude mom, Sabrina Myers, on his left. scholarship. Chandler Warner, late Myers-Kiett reads the form, as a beloved author and lifelong fancy gold pen, brought special for “Just sign it already,” Vitale jokes. Putnam resident. See story and the occasion, rests in his right hand, His ribbing nature only scratches the more photos, page A3. waiting to be put to paper while his surface of the special relationship mother looks on with mom-ish pride. the two have developed over Myers- He is absorbed in the documents, Kiett’s one year at Marianapolis. carefully examining every word “Hold on,” Myers-Kiett replies. before signing the most important autograph of his young basketball Turn To MYERS-KIETT, page 14 career. Volunteers install bleachers at local school

OAK KNOLL BUILDERS DO WORK AT WOODSTOCK MIDDLE BY CHENOA PIERCE and lumber, and Chace [Building new benches are being cemented VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Supply] donated the material,” said into the ground to prevent thieves WOODSTOCK — Benches at the Madden. from stealing them. Woodstock Middle School soccer, According to Chris Mayhew, “Now that we have the permanent softball and baseball fields have Woodstock Middle School athletic benches, we shouldn’t have that been mysteriously disappearing director and physical education problem,” said Mayhew. lately, and resident Michael teacher and Jog for Judy coordina- The wood used for the bench posts Madden, business owner and father tor, who said he was overseeing the was pre-cemented, making the vol- of two in the school system, took it project, the benches were to be unteers’ jobs a little easier. upon himself to do something about installed at the baseball, soccer and “All we’ve got to do is dig ’em and it. softball fields. The first field to bury them,” said Madden, noting On Friday,April 18, Madden, three receive the permanent benches was that his men had 24 to dig. volunteers from his business, Oak the baseball field because, at 2 p.m. When asked how long he believed Knoll Builders in Putnam, and his that same afternoon, the school was the installation would take, Madden son spent the day installing perma- hosting a baseball game and they estimated it would take the entire nent benches for sports teams and wanted the benches ready for the day. spectators to use. teams to use. “We’re hoping today because Madden said he attended a Mayhew said that, due to thefts of we’re busy,” he said. “We’ll be here Booster Club meeting and learned previous field benches, the Little until it’s done unless we run out of that benches were badly needed. League had been lending the school Chenoa Pierce photo What came next is now history. some of its benches until new, per- Rudy Barbau, Phil Barbau and Michael Madden Jr. look on as Lance Sistare checks Turn To VOLUNTEERS, page 13 “We basically donated the time manent ones could be installed. The to see if the bench posts are even.

A10-11 . . . . .OPINION SPORTS COMMUNITY VILLAGER TRIVIA! A 12 ...... SPORTS What Bruce Springsteen song was HALL OF FAMER KIDS IN THE quoted by both Ronald Reagan SECT. B . . .OBITUARIES and Walter Mondale in the 1984 SECT. B . . . .CALENDAR VISITS MPS NEWS presidential campaign? SECT. B . . . . .RELIGION PAGE A12 PAGE A6 Answer on page 2. INSIDE A2 • Friday, April 25, 2008 THOMPSON VILLAGER VILLAGER ALMANAC

QUOTATION OF THE WEEK “The town is looking to see if we can find money on a state level. There is a state boat launch down in that area, so we’re going to ask the state if there’s any money available to help and/or FEMA to see if there’s any emergency money to help out in a situation like this.”

Organically Grown Perennials — Thompson First Selectman Larry Groh Jr. on what the town of Thompson is doing to help with the emergency Give Your Mom sinkhole situation on Small Pond Road l-aua opse o aueFo u w Cows Own Our From Manure Cow Composted All-Natural Herbal Wisdom for Art show above - aLeft to right: Christine Lacki’s “Wonder Reef.” Elizabeth Warner’s “Lake Shore/Pond Life.” and Ferne Weissman’s “Fiddlehead.” OPEN TO CLOSE Mother’s Day THOMPSON 1st Class, “How to make your own tinctures, oils, salve, compresses.” Library to host Eclectic TOWN HALL Monday through Friday ...... 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 5/10 ...... (Hours will vary by office.) Embellishers exhibit LIBRARIES 10 - 2 $50 Thompson Public Library/Community Center Monday through Thursday...... 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sign Up Early THOMPSON — The Thompson surface so that it conveys the feel- Public Library will host an exhib- ing of whatever has inspired the Friday ...... 10 a.m.-5 p.m. it of works, “Spotlight on the piece,” one of the artists Saturday ...... 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nature Study will remind her of Surface,” by the Eclectic explained. “We use embellish- ...... POST OFFICES the beautiful things in life! Embellishers, a group of mixed ments — beads, paint, threads, media textile artists, May 2 found objects — to make a piece 366 Thompson Hill Road Monday-Friday ...... P.O. Boxes: 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m., Learning from Michael Ford is a joy in through 28. more interesting and to bridge A reception will be held from the distance between it and the Window: ...... 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 3-4:45 p.m. itself. He will open you up to a whole 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 7. person looking at it.” Saturday...... P.O. Boxes: 7:45 a.m.-noon, new world of exciting plants & herbs. The group is led by noted artist “And also because it’s fun,” Window ...... 8 a.m.-noon teacher Ferne Weissman. another artist added. Quinebaug Invigorate your Spirit at Members of the group, whose The library, located at 934 Monday-Friday ...... P.O. Boxes: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Window: ...... 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m ., 2-4:30 p.m. Quintessential Gardens professional and artistic back- Riverside Drive, North grounds are as eclectic as the Grosvenordale, recommends call- Saturday...... P.O. Boxes: 8 a.m.-noon, at Fort Hill Farms Window, ...... 8:30 a.m.-noon

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Library celebrates Gertrude Warner’s birthday CCORRECTIONORRECTION BY CHENOA PIERCE VILLAGER STAFF WRITER In the article “Toddler facing 2nd open- heart surgery” about 3-year-old Morgan PUTNAM — April 16 marked Boxcar LaPalme, it was stated that “she is missing Children author Gertrude Chandler Warner’s a pulmonary valve … causing tetrology of 118th birthday, and the Putnam Public flow in the heart.” The pulmonary valve is Library held a celebration in honor of the late causing “tetrology of fallout” and a conduit lifelong resident. has been placed to “repair” (correct) the Starting at 6:30 p.m., Chance, Synde and valve. Cole Andersen and their friend Sabrina Anderson and dog Max performed a Boxcar Children skit for a delighted crowd. The Andersens’ mother, Laura Fisher-Andersen, read the narrator portion of the first two PUBLIC MEETINGS chapters of the first Boxcar book, while the four performed the dialogue. APRIL 28 According to Fisher-Andersen, they received the paperwork for the skit Monday, Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 p.m., April 7, and were ready to perform during the Merrill Seney Community Room Gertrude Warner Week kickoff event held at APRIL 29 Putnam Middle School April 10. “We went to the school last Wednesday Chenoa Pierce photos Transfer Station Advisory Committee,7 (April 9) to try it out and got there early on p.m., second-floor Town Hall Conference Mary Ellen Ellsworth, noted author of Thursday and pulled it off,” she said. Room Gertrude Chandler Warner’s biography, The costumes for the skit were provided by stars as the beloved author during a skit Pat Green, business manager for the Theatre MAY 1 on her life at the Putnam Public Library Chance Andersen (as Henry) performs a Boxcar Children skit of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley April 16. with siblings Cole and Sydne. Thompson Together Environment Playhouse, said Fisher-Andersen. Committee, 7 p.m., Merrill Seney Following the skit, the children in atten- Community Room dance could pick out a free book to take home. Sabrina The library purchased an extra special MAY 6 Anderson, Cole Boxcar-themed birthday cake for the occa- Andersen and Board of Selectmen, 7:30 p.m., Merrill sion, and patrons were allowed to enjoy a Sydne Seney Community Room piece. “Happy Birthday” was also sung in Andersen, as Warner’s honor. Boxcar Children MAY 8 Following the birthday cake, children and Jessie, Benny parents alike headed downstairs to the com- Town Hall/Highway/Garage/Library and Violet, dur- Safety Commission munity room of the library to watch a skit on , 10 a.m., Library ing a skit per- Community Center Warner’s life, complete with black and white formance at photographs and illustrations from some of the Putnam MAY 10 her 30-plus books, performed by Warner biog- Public Library Inland Wetlands Site Walk, 9 a.m., Town rapher Mary Ellen Ellsworth of Eastford and as part of the Hall her daughter Liz. Warner passed away in 1979 library’s at the age of 89. Gertrude MAY 12 After that performance, the children each Warner received a Boxcar-shaped eraser, and Birthday Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m., Merrill Ellsworth stayed to sell and sign copies of her Celebration. Seney Community Room book. 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Pomfret author and Pomfret any one boarding school; it’s Thursday, May 1: No hot lunches served; School teacher, will autograph more about a generation of boys must bring bag lunch. her new book, “Perfectly Prep: and girls growing up in America Friday, May 2: Cheesy bread with dipping Knights earn college distinctions Gender Extremes at a New right now, she said. The book sauce, tossed salad, dessert. England Prep School,” from 6 to reflects on the values, assump- Ellen Knight, a 2006 graduate of 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the tions, fears, aspirations and Tourtellotte Memorial High Pomfret School Store in the behaviors of “Generation Y.” School, recently made the dean’s Olmsted Student Union. 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Calvin Knight, a 2004 graduate der stereotypes continue to influ- and also remains a research asso- Wednesday, April 30: Shepherd’s pie, cran- of Tourtellotte Memorial High ence choices and behaviors for ciate at Brown University. berry sauce, bread and butter, fruit, milk. School, was accepted into the prep school girls and boys. She The School Store will feature Thursday, May 1: Pancakes, churro, study abroad program through University and is enrolled in a hopes, however, that her research 15 percent off clothing and gifts sausage, fruit, juice, milk. Clemson University and is study- five-year program studying land- into adolescent development at the event. Friday, May 2: Cheese or pepperoni pizza, ing this semester in Barcelona, scape architecture. gives these students more free- veggie sticks, fruit, juice, milk. Spain. He is a senior at Clemson dom.

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rock and roll including “Rock Around the Clock,” Ackart-Baird is DKH’s April New grant program announced “Hound Dog,” “The Great Pretender,” “Johnny B. Goode;” and classics “This Land is Your Land,” employee of the month A new source of funding is available for munic- “America the Beautiful,” “What a Wonderful ipal and nonprofit projects in the 35 towns of The World” and more. Last Green Valley.Quinebaug-Shetucket Heritage Also enjoy bits of history and trivia from when PUTNAM — Regina Ackart-Baird, an occupa- Corridor Inc., the nonprofit management entity ancestors arrived in this country to today. tional therapist in the Rehabilitation Services for the congressionally designated National The program will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Department of Day Kimball Hospital, has been Heritage Corridor popularly known as The Last at the Thompson Library Community Center, 934 selected as the April Employee of the Month. Green Valley, has opened its 2008 grant program Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale. The pro- After reviewing several nominations from hos- and will award amounts ranging from $500 to gram is free and open to all area senior citizens. pital management, the $5,000. All registered attendees will receive a free 12-inch Employee Council Eligible projects must conserve, celebrate, American flag and popcorn/punch. selected Ackart-Baird interpret or enhance The Last Green Valley’s sig- Call Thompson Recreation at 923-9440 to regis- for this honor. The nificant historic, cultural and scenic resources, or ter and reserve a seat. Employee Council is Courtesy photo promote economic development and tourism con- comprised of more than sistent with the region’s character. Past grants 20 employee representa- More than 90 employees from Frito-Lay’s Northeast have funded work in sustainable agriculture, his- tives from various Region and Killingly facility volunteered to prepare toric preservation, river cleanups, community departments within the cabins at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in festivals, trail projects, downtown streetscape Bartlett Class of ’73 to hold reunion Ashford. improvements, farmers’ markets, and open space hospital. WEBSTER, Mass. — Bartlett High School Class preservation and planning. When asked about of 1973 will hold its 35-year reunion Friday, Nov. There will be an emphasis on working with her nomination as 28, at Point Breeze Restaurant in Webster. organizations that have received little to no fund- Employee of the Month, Frito-Lay begins spring cleaning at For more information, please e-mail David Occupational therapist ing from The Last Green Valley in the past. Ackart-Baird Ciesluk at [email protected] or Ruth Regina Ackart-Baird Projects involving education programs for exclaimed, “Wow! It’s a Hole-in-the-Wall camp (Jakubowski) Oleksiak at [email protected]. great feeling to receive was nominated as Day kindergarten through grade 12 are particularly the nomination and to Kimball Hospital’s April Ninety associates from Frito-Lay’s Northeast encouraged. be recognized by my col- Employee of the Month. Region and Killingly facility recently volunteered Applications are due May 23. A 50 percent leagues for doing what I at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford. match of cash or in-kind contributions (volun- am passionate about. The associates prepared 15 cabins for the arrival teered time or donated supplies) is required. Bradley sponsors playwright contest I’m grateful to my family, friends, peers and of more than 1,000 seriously ill children for the “Over the past 11 years, we have distributed patients who have supported my professional Hole in the Wall Gang Camp’s Spring Family more than $3 million in grants to the communi- The Bradley Playhouse is currently seeking 15- development.” Weekend upcoming sessions. ties and nonprofits in The Last Green Valley,”said minute plays for its Playwright Contest. She continued, “I love working at Day Kimball , which begin in two weeks. The 90 Frito-Lay Executive Director Charlene Perkins Cutler. “The Six outstanding entries will be performed at the Hospital. It is a place where support and team- associates comprised the largest volunteer group list of projects funded is a compendium of many historic Bradley Playhouse in Putnam in October. work prevail. Awards like this really speak to a to date at the camp. important initiatives and partnerships, all started Entries will be accepted until June 30. work environment that promotes the pursuit of “As the second largest employer in the county, at the grassroots level. We know this has made a Submission forms and rules are available in the skill, mastery and excellence that all culminate to Frito-Lay is committed to contributing to the com- difference to our region.” lobby of the theater or by e-mailing bradleyscript- high quality patient care for our community.” munity, as we feel a responsibility to give back to The application process for the 2008 TLGV [email protected]. Ackart-Baird joined the Day Kimball Hospital the people and organizations in our area,” said Grants has been streamlined. Information, rehabilitation staff in February 2000 and works John Irwin, Northeast Region vice president, instructions and the application cover sheet may primarily in the DKH Danielson Health Center. Frito-Lay North America. “It is truly a privilege be downloaded from the organization’s Web site She started her career as a paraprofessional in a and honor to serve the Hole in the Wall Gang www.thelastgreenval- public school system, and then became a coordi- Camp, as they provide such a vital service for chil- ley.org. Interested appli- nator of volunteers for a hospice organization. dren in our community, country and beyond.” cants can also phone After earning her degree in occupational therapy, “Because many of the children in our care are (866) 363-7226 toll-free to she worked for outpatient and school-based reha- so medically fragile, a thoroughly cleaned cabin is request an application bilitation, followed by work as a staff therapist in essential,” said Ray Shedd, development associ- or to talk with a staff local nursing homes and hospitals. ate, Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. “Our campers member about their “Regina has a natural gift of healing touch. She deserve only the best, and Frito-Lay volunteers project. has devoted herself to obtaining the skills and helped provide it.” knowledge necessary to bring relief and quality Each year, hundreds of Hole in the Wall Gang of life to patients challenged by debilitating pain, campers become athletes and actors, painters and Seniors’ music severe edema issues and post-trauma related dys- poets, swimmers and singers, clowns and canoe- functions,” said Kim Waneger-Nation, PT, direc- paddlers, naturalists, equestrians and hot air bal- program to be tor of Rehabilitation Services at Day Kimball loonists. It is amazing what these campers accom- Hospital. plish in one week; just as amazing are the obsta- held May 7 She added, “Regina is the first referral that cles they overcome on a daily basis, for these chil- many post-mastectomy patients receive. She dren suffer from life-threatening illnesses and THOMPSON — works with the patients, families and physicians, conditions. Through adventure, skills develop- Thompson Recreation is to reduce the pain often experienced after a mas- ment, artistic expression and other means, the hosting a special event tectomy. She has revived the Day Kimball camp engages children at all levels, allowing them for senior citizens, Hospital Breast Cancer Support Group, bringing to grow beyond their perceived limits and “Proud to Be An hope and empowerment to those who attend.” enhance their self-esteem. In the words of one American,” a musical Ackart-Baird is an eager learner, recently com- young camper, “I love it here. Sometimes you celebration with enter- pleting the requirements necessary to maintain think being so sick gives you limits, but the camp tainer Bob Mel the continuation of her Clinical Level III status as helps you try anything.” All of this occurs under Wednesday, May 7. Due an occupational therapist. In 1997, she completed 24hour medical supervision provided by paid and to inclement weather, her education and earned a combined bachelor volunteer physicians and nurses. this program, originally and master of science in occupational therapy Founded in 1988 by Paul Newman, the Hole in scheduled for Feb. 13, from Russell Sage College. the Wall Gang Camp is a nonprofit, residential was cancelled. Also a member of the Integrative Medicine summer camp and year-round center that serves Take a musical trip Team, Ackart-Baird is committed to ensuring more than 15,00 children and their families each across America with the that patients know their options for a combina- year. All of its services are provided free of songs “San Francisco,” tion of traditional and non-traditional medicine. charge. Frito-Lay North America is the $11 billion “Chicago,” “New York When she is not working, Ackart-Baird enjoys convenient foods business unit of PepsiCo, which New York,” “Over Antiques Marketplace spending time with her family. She is a former has headquarters in Purchase, N.Y. In addition to There” (from World War secretary of the Mystic Weavers’ Guild and an Frito-Lay, PepsiCo business units include Pepsi- I), “God Bless America,” NTIQUES 109 Main St & Route 44 extraordinary chair caner. Cola, Quaker Foods, Gatorade and Tropicana. “I Believe;” American #A # Ackart-Baird, 48, lives in Putnam with her hus- Putnam, CT 06260 band, the Rev. David Baird. The couple has three (860) 928-0442 children, Katie Fucci, Maggie Baird and Matthew Pansies, Veggies & Annuals Baird. Katie’s husband’s name is John and they have a son, Zachary. 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he 1850s brought numer- the formation of a new, indepen- 57 1/2 square miles, would lose 7 mately 1,000 people between 1847 ous changes to Killingly dent town was suggested. A peti- 1/2 square miles, leaving it with and 1854 (WCT, June 8, 1854). Tand the other towns in the THE tion to the Legislature in May 50 square miles; Pomfret, with 43 In May 1855, aided by the elo- Quinebaug Valley. Several have 1849 requested that the villages square miles, would lose 3 quent oratory of ex-Governor already been the topics of past HISTORIAN “known as Pomfret Depot, square miles, leaving it with 40 Chauncey F. Cleveland, the peti- columns — the Quinebaug Wilkinsonville, Rhodesville, square miles. Thompson would tioners for a new town were at Company, the formation of the Ballouville [on the Quinebaug lose 273 of its 1,000 voters and last victorious. After six years borough of Danielsonville and MARGARET River] and Morse’s Village 1,876 of its 5,800 inhabitants; and numerous petitions, the res- the continued expansion of the WEAVER might be incorporated into a Killingly would lose 70 of its idents near the Quinebaug River Danielsonville business district new town, made from portions of 1,176 voters and 275 of its 4,545 and the railroad depot were near the railroad depot. The Thompson, Killingly, Pomfret, inhabitants; Pomfret would lose finally incorporated into a sepa- northwestern corner of travel to town meetings was and Woodstock, and designated 38 of its 400 voters and 168 of its rate town named Putnam Killingly was also rapidly from six to eight miles for many Quinebaug.” Opponents from 1840 inhabitants. “Killingly is (Bayles, op. cit.; Connecticut changing as numerous mills men. (Petition of the North the established towns were soon the eighth town in sq. miles, Register and Manual). Although were constructed near its bor- Society in Killingly to be made a able to have the petition denied twenty-ninth town on Grand Killingly’s population lost only ders with Thompson and Town No. 31, May 1827). Despite (History of Windham County List, and seventh town in popu- several hundred residents, it Pomfret in the vicinity of the fact that three cotton facto- Connecticut, p. 774, 775). lation (excluding cities) in the unfortunately also lost its most Cargill Falls, and the Pomfret ries existed within the limits of Proponents of a new town did state. Killingly will be the four- ancient settlement on Killingly Depot railroad station on the the proposed town, the petition not give up. Redefining the teenth town in sq. miles, thirty- Hill [now Putnam Heights] to easterly side of the Quinebaug was denied at that time. boundaries and eliminating seventh town on Grand List, and the new town. Being given its promoted commercial growth As early as 1849, those living Harrisville in Woodstock, in tenth town in population present boundaries, to reiterate similar to that in Danielsonville. in the rapidly developing mill 1851 they again petitioned the (excluding cities) in the state.” the words of Connecticut’s Difficulties in conducting busi- villages and commercial district assembly … but to no avail. Thompson would drop from the Troubadour Tom Callinan, who ness in three towns prompted near “Pomfret Depot” and Again in 1854 attempts were fourth town in size to the 14th; wrote Killingly’s Tercentennial the residents of this section to Cargill Falls again began peti- made to procure town incorpo- Pomfret would drop from the song Land of Hills and Mills, pursue separation from the tioning for a separate town, ration. Changing the proposed 23rd town in square miles to the Killingly had again been rede- mother towns and the formation although with different bound- name to Putnam in honor of 33rd town in size. In 1854 when fined. of a completely new town. aries than the 1827 attempt. Northeastern Connecticut’s this petition was put forth, Indeed, seeds of separation of According to historical editor illustrious Revolutionary hero Connecticut had only 150 towns, Margaret M. Weaver is the the North Ecclesiastical and Richard M. Bayles, “Nothing Israel Putnam, advocates per- not the present 169. Killingly town historian. Special School Society in Killingly had could have been more complex sisted in their pleas for separa- The village that was being thanks to Killingly Historical been sown many years previous- and unmanageable than this tion (Ibid., p. 776). called “Quinebaug” at that time, Society members Marcia Smith, ly. In May 1827, inhabitants of cluster of villages, belonging to The Windham County the future Putnam, was situated A. Joyce Desruisseau and this society, which extended three distinct, independent Telegraph of June 8, 1854, pro- in Thompson and Pomfret and Marilyn Labbe for the newspaper from the Thompson border to towns, with no central authority. vided a summary of the changes was close to Killingly’s border. It extracts. For additional informa- probably the vicinity of present- … As the inconvenience of the that would come to the estab- had four cotton mills, one tion, visit the Killingly Historical day Route 101, had petitioned the situation became more manifest, lished towns if the petition were woolen mill, four shoe manufac- Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. General Assembly for a new various projects of relief were approved. Thompson, with 59 turing establishments, 10 stores, Wednesday or Saturday or online town. 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107 PROVIDENCE ST. power of PUTNAM, CT 06260 TELEPHONE: (860) 928-1818 OPINIONOpinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner FAX: (860) 928-5946 WWW.VILLAGERNEWSPAPERS.COM parties FRANK G. WALTER C. hile the world needs to CHILINSKI BIRD JR. Wbless the peacemakers, a PRESIDENT & EDITOR -AT- LARGE community benefits from the PUBLISHER What they’re saying... beneficence of a good party- giver or two. The recent “pass- STEPHANIE JARVIS ing,” a term EDITOR How far do you think the Celtics are going to go in the playoffs? that is replacing the stronger word, “death,” of EDITORIAL former Woodstock resident Elsie Neumann, Tourism grant marks the NANCY WEISS end of her career as a consummate a big boost for hostess. While age and ill health caused her to spend her “All the way!” “From what “I think they’re “That’s an easy last years away from her cher- I’ve been hear- going to win one. All the ished Dugg Hill Road home, Quiet Corner Elsie’s spirit is felt in the area Frank Tozzi, ing, pretty far.” it all.” way.” and in the memories of those Putnam who were fortunate to land on n exciting future for the Quiet Corner is Fran Lee Wesler, her extensive invitation list. on the horizon, with the recent announce- Larry Parties bring people together A ment by Senate Pro Tempore Don Tetreault, Woodstock Acquarulo, for a good time, fine food and a Williams (D-Brooklyn) that the area is the recipi- Putnam Lisbon bit to drink. Long after the ent of a $100,000 grant that will help promote events are over, we remember tourism. the sense of belonging and the Administered by the Eastern Tourism group fun much more than the food or on behalf of Northeastern Connecticut, the PHOTOS AND QUESTIONS BY VILLAGER STAFF WRITER JOSH SAYLES the decor.Elsie, who fussed end- funds will be used for a marketing survey aimed lessly over the alignment of to encourage Massachusetts residents — particu- tablecloth folds, tried to cover larly the Boston area — to visit the many unique all bases, even when the party Quiet Corner destinations. wasn’t at her house. A destination is exactly what this area is, with LETTERS TO THE EDITOR During the many years when the antique shops and other unique stores, she and her dear friend, Phyllis quaint eateries and special events, such as Smith, were in charge of hospi- Putnam’s summer River Fires. But without prop- tality for the local arts group, er marketing, the area’s special qualities may Opera New England of never be known to those outside the Quiet Richardson: Saga of Prop. 46 continues Northeastern Connecticut, Corner.For these stores and restaurants, many of unwary homeowners found which are mom-and-pop establishments, large- To the Editor: approved or recommended “all the numbers” on the that after they arranged their scale marketing is likely above and beyond their calculation sheet — nor do I believe he had actually houses for Opera parties, Elsie advertising budgets — and that is exactly where The Tuesday, April 8, Woodstock Board of seen it prior to my sending him a copy.What he had had other plans. She enlisted the grant will come into focus. Finance meeting continued the saga of Prop. 46. done was reviewed a list of items that the treasurer hapless spouses to move sofas, “In order to be successful, we’ve got to not only Dave Hosmer, in introducing the Prop. 46 calcula- and BOF had given him for inclusion under the armchairs and dining tables, attract people from the region, but from other tion sheet, noted that the numbers had been exception language of Prop. 46 and had told them only to then have them all states, and we know one of the key places to go is reviewed by, and were the recommendation of, the that some could be allowed and some not. He specif- moved back and forth and back Massachusetts and the Boston metro market,” town attorney.This stuck me as a bit odd since none ically went on to point out that he had told them again. Nothing was settled Williams said when he made the announcement of the issues I have previously written about and that just because a line item goes over budget, it is until Elsie deemed it perfect. April 10 in Putnam. “… It’s our goal to keep this had discussed with the town attorney previous to not necessarily an emergency. Once all was set, she knew how part of the state thriving.” this meeting, and believed we agreed on, were We then went on to discuss the issue of the to have a wonderful time. Fittingly, Williams spoke about the grant from addressed. This, however, was only the beginning. $250,000 for the re-evaluation. While he feels this is Humans have been celebrat- the newly constructed outdoor patio at the 85 Dave Hosmer then went on to propose to board in fact a state-mandated program — the town does ing forever. On a recent trip to Main restaurant in downtown Putnam. A joint members that they increase the line item funding not have an option on this — it is also clearly a non- Mexico, my husband and I visit- project with Victoria Station Café, the al fresco the upcoming re-evaluation from $125,000 to recurring expense and so cannot be legally rolled ed Chichen Itza, the ancient patio brings a fresh feel to the area. The patio was $250,000 because this would allow them to cover all over to next year’s budget as is the intent of the Mayan capital. In the middle of a yearlong project, proposed by Delia Fey in her the funds under the exception language in Prop. 46 BOF. The really interesting point here is, had the nowhere, indigenous people redesign proposal for downtown, that required in one year, and that if they included only $125,000 BOF left it at $125,000, that amount could have been built amazing structures with approval from both the Special Services District this year, they would not be allowed to increase it rolled over “one time” for a total of $250,000 in order flowing artwork etched in Board and the Putnam Planning & Zoning further next year. Most of the board enthusiastical- to cover the full amount of the re-evaluation, stone. Other than the famous Commission, as it used municipal space. Funded ly went along with this ploy. They then went on to spreading the tax burden out over two years. tower we have all seen in text- by the owners of both restaurants, the project discuss how these monies could then be rolled over He then went on to explain that everyone needs to books, which, if located in the was backed by the Board of the Selectmen and is and used for other things in future years. See the understand that the revenues allowed for under the United States would be cor- sure to be a draw for years to come. It is amazing video at Woodstocktruth.com and see your officials exception clause of Prop. 46 are not the same as doned off as too dangerous for what can happen when parties work together at work. those resulting from an increase in the grand list. visitors, the most amazing toward a common goal, and recognition should During citizens’ participation, I did point out to Revenues from an increase in the grand list become place is a long plaza where be given to all those who were involved. them that Prop. 46 only allows increases for excep- a permanent part of the budget, while those games were played. Following Such projects that contribute to bettering local tions as “necessary to cover” and that these monies allowed for under the exceptions clause are “as nec- the competitions, everyone, towns, as well as the tourism grant, will help could not be rolled over as this would now be non- essary to cover.” In other words, they are allowed except the losers, who were exe- make sure the Quiet Corner stays in the forefront recurring expense. This was to no avail, as Dave only as long as needed to cover the specific item for cuted, had a big party.The cele- of the state, not pushed to the background. More Hosmer and Barbara Rich both stated that monies which they were allowed in the first place. brants made fancy hats, ate tourists in the area will also help enhance the could be put in but not taken out under Prop. 46. One last point, the proposed budget is not in com- much food and drank their own economy — a win-win situation for all. Apparently the concept of “necessary to cover” is pliance with Prop. 46 and would have to be lowered version of Sauvignon Blanc. In announcing the grant, Williams said, “… too confusing, even though the issue of non-recur- by roughly $660,000 to bring it in compliance and When former Member of The Quiet Corner is a wonderful place to be, but ring expenses had been fairly well covered in an would, as proposed, be a 5.3 percent tax increase for Congress Horace Seely-Brown we want to shine the light on everything that we opinion letter from the town attorney dated March Woodstock taxpayers. This in a time when everyone was alive, he and his wife, have to offer here, and this will enable us to tell 5 of this year. The end result of all this is that if the from the governor to 75 percent of those responding Rosalie, threw many parties people outside of our region about all the great BOF is able to use this budget — and I say “use this to Mike Albert’s recent survey say that property tax and invited hundreds of people. things we have to offer here in Northeastern budget” because first it must be brought in compli- increases should be limited to 3 percent. While the events may have Connecticut.” We couldn’t agree more. ance with Prop. 46 to be valid and then must be The easiest, but not the only solution, to this is for helped his political career, they approved by the voters — then the taxpayers of the taxpayers to make your voices heard at the felt more social than calculated. Woodstock get to pay an additional $125,000 in taxes annual town meeting May 22 and to reject this bud- Today Hillary, Barack or John this year. get June 3. need to make sure that they The punch line to all this is on the day after the come out of parties with hun- BOF meeting, I sent a copy of the Prop. 46 calcula- DAV E RICHARDSON dreds of thousands of dollars. LETTERS tion sheet to the town attorney and pointed out the NORTH WOODSTOCK A few years ago, George W. re-evaluation issue to him. I was able to have a fol- Bush went to a party in POLICY low-up discussion with him on Wednesday,April 16. Greenwich and emerged with In that discussion, he made it clear that he had not nearly a million dollars. One Letters to the wonders what they served! editor are Rumors always flew that the always wel- chicken fricassee served at Rutkowskis: Hennens stand for honesty Seely-Browns’ was really wood- come, and may chuck, but that was never be sent to proved and people ate it with Villager To the Editor: Col. Hennen is a generous, hard-working man gusto. The parties united peo- who willingly gives many of us the benefit of his ple in a happy haze of cigarette Newspapers, Lt. Col. Paul Hennen and Ann Hennen epitomize vast experience and is always willing to help. He 107 Providence smoke and alcohol that made it what is good about Pomfret. Col. Hennen risked his has volunteered many, many years with the seem as if everything would be St., Putnam, life in service to this country,including two tours of Wetlands Commission, where he took it upon him- all right, a feeling many in the CT., 06260, or duty in Vietnam, because he believes in protecting self to write the Wetlands Demystified articles for crowd of WWII veterans rel- via e-mail at sjarvis@vil- the rights and liberties of the people of this coun- which the town of Pomfret received recognition, ished. lagernewspapers.com. Be sure to try. He did not attain the rank of colonel without because Col. Hennen, out of all the wetlands com- Fortunately cigarette smok- demonstrating his honesty and integrity. His fami- missioners across the state, received an award for ing and too much bourbon are include a name and residence. ly has a long history in Northeast Connecticut, and his volunteer service to his community to educate Please refrain from sending let- now passé, but parties for a after his military service, he moved his own family the public on wetlands and wetlands regulations. variety of good causes or just ters via fax, and be sure to supply back to this area and bought a house in Pomfret 30 No other Pomfret wetlands commissioner has ever good fun remain. As we cele- a home address and phone num- years ago. During the time he has lived in Pomfret, received this award. He volunteered so many hours brate graduations, birthdays, ber to allow for confirmation. he and his wife Ann have contributed extensively over the years writing these articles because he summer weddings and fund- Allow at least 48 hours for a to the town. believes it is important for the public to be aware of raisers, the spirit of Elsie Ann, in her career, has touched many lives by what is going on. He maintains this philosophy in Neumann, a curly-haired beau- response. Letters must be submit- working with special needs students at Pomfret continuing to communicate with the town on seri- ted by noon Monday to ensure ty from Putnam who liked noth- Community School. In addition, she has selflessly ous matters affecting Pomfret. ing better than a party and publication in the following volunteered her time to the Historical Society, These two wonderful people stand for honestly dance, may appear. Her lively week’s issue. Every effort will be spends Sundays during the summer as a guide at and integrity. Col. Hennen and Ann Hennen have Rockette-style kick, often deliv- made to accommodate late sub- the Brayton Grist Mill and has worked hard on the done and continue to do wonderful things for the ered with such force as to near- Conservation Commission, which she has now people of Pomfret. ly knock her off her feet, will missions, but inclusion can not be chaired for two consecutive terms. She is an exem- guaranteed. The rules of good flicker in the collective memory plary public servant, and we should all take a les- DAVID AND KATARINA RUTKOWSKI of her friends. A bit of her joy taste and libel will, of course, son from her generous heart and dedication to this POMFRET CENTER for life is a fine thing to pass on, apply to all submissions. Personal town. along with a party invitation. attacks will not be published. The editor retains the right to edit all Nancy Weiss resides in letters. Pomfret and writes a weekly col- www.villagernewspapers.com ~ www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com umn for Villager Newspapers. THOMPSON VILLAGER Friday, April 25, 2008 • A11 OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR SOUND OFFS Kudos to Barry for bringing change Gleim: Thanks for protecting students’ health Sound Off: people writing in complaining about him have no children in this school system or To the Editor: Exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals and Well, here we go again, people having to they don’t even live in the town of Putnam. poor indoor air quality can affect the health call in, write in, whatever, complaining It’s outrageous. This school system needs to I would like to thank the school staff and of our children. The Thompson Public School about Mr. Barry at the Putnam High School be brought into the millennium. They’re still administrators of the Thompson Public System is to be commended for working to because he had the nerve — oh, my God, the stuck in the 1980s. Kudos to Mr.Barry for hav- School System for working to protect the protect the health of the students as well as absolute nerve — to try to bring change to ing the nerve to finally bring change to this health of our children when they are at our teachers and school staff. this school system, to the prehistoric school prehistoric, backwards town. school. Again, thank you to the staff, administra- system here in Putnam. I bet 10 to 1 that the Working together with the facilities staff, tion and the Indoor Air Quality Committee the nursing and health department and the for making the health of our children a prior- Indoor Air Quality Committee, our school ity. School success comes from meeting unique needs has reduced the use of harmful toxins and chemicals that were once used throughout LAURA GLEIM Sound Off: Putnam High student increased? our schools, by adopting a “green” cleaning NORTH GROSVENORDALE program. In regard to the new proposals at Putnam At Putnam High School, in the late 1990s, a High, does it seem equitable that AP students decision was made to eliminate all general will be segregated (and financially rewarded level courses. The reason given was that rais- for their achievement), but students with Stick to the issues in Pomfret ing the expectations for those students would other needs will be expected to adapt to a result in higher achievement. Students classroom environment of mixed ability? Is To the Editor: discredit the Hennens bring shame to both whose needs were at the general level were it possible that gaps in learning will occur, themselves and our town. required to enroll in standard-level courses. leading to frustration not only for students, Apparently there is a well organized cam- Pomfret would be an even better place to Have we seen an increase in student achieve- but for faculty members as well? Could it be paign in Pomfret to vilify Ann and Paul live if we had more Hennens: active volun- ment since that time? Has the dropout rate that the gradual deterioration of Putnam Hennen for expressing their well considered teers who are most knowledgeable concern- improved? Has the ineligibility list become High’s reputation is the direct result of not views on the current Planning & Zoning text ing town issues and are willing to sign their smaller? Did the quality of instruction in the providing for the unique needs of all the stu- amendments. These opinions, as expressed in names to their opinions. standard and advanced levels improve dents? Will mixed-ability classrooms be more letters, fliers and ads, received input and sup- There should be no place in Pomfret dis- because of the elimination of the general respectful of each student’s individuality, or port from many of us like-minded citizens in course for such character defamation. It is no level? Have the athletic programs become will they contribute to more decline? the Pomfret community. Those attempting to wonder that this slander was published more successful? Has pride in being a characterize the Hennens as “deliberately anonymously. and anonymously disseminating false info” Enough is enough; let’s stick to the issues. should look in the mirror. No two people are TV converter coupons expire more open or have volunteered more diligent- RICHARD G. HALL ly for the general good. Those attempting to POMFRET Sound Off: well get it early, right? Wrong. I received my two red, plastic, credit-card-sized coupons in The government has mandated that next a timely manner and figured I’d keep them Rzucidlo: Vote on fire station project February, the cable companies must upgrade until next February, not knowing what will their equipment, leaving older TV sets with happen between now and then. Imagine my To the Editor: So, I attend meetings and listen to their no signal. As many are aware, each house- surprise when I noticed a June 2008 expira- plans. The whole process with lawyers, archi- hold can send for two coupons worth $40 each tion date. If I had known, I would’ve waited As I sit in meetings and listen to the mem- tects, consultants and bids has to take place toward the purchase of a converter box. I was because I am not ready to make this pur- bers of the East Killingly Building before there can be a revote on the building of proud of myself to have applied over the chase. So buyers beware, and keep in mind Commission discuss and vote on topics such a new fire station. The committee members Internet as soon as it was allowed. Might as that the coupons are only good for 90 days. as site plans, floor plans, etc., all relating to are a dedicated and genuine group of people the building of the new fire station, I feel a who are committed to their cause. They are great frustration. going to need more of our tax money to con- I was unaware that two to three years ago tinue. I hope, if you have any concerns about the East Killingly Fire Department had a vote the continuation of the new East Killingly to make changes. They wanted to expand the fire station, you will have time to vote. SOUND OFF POLICY firehouse, the reason being there wasn’t The vote to establish the new mill rate for enough room for their equipment. Now, fast- the East Killingly fire district tax is at 7 p.m. forward the project to today. We have a situa- Tuesday, May 27, at the East Killingly Fire In addition to the Letters to the Editor section, the Villager Newspapers offers an tion that still has me questioning the need. Station. I also have been adamant that the anonymous forum allowing callers to “Sound Off” about the hot-button issues and I see the fire trucks neatly tucked away.The East Killingly taxpayers be notified by mail topics in their towns. The “Sound Off” line can be reached 24 hours a day,at (860) 928- trucks are functioning and are able to as to the date and time of this important vote. 1818, ext. 150. Names may be omitted for “Sound Off” calls only, although you may respond to calls. We still have lots of backup Of equal importance is that your vote will be leave a name or initials. All comments should be made clearly and concisely, to mini- available from other neighboring fire depart- anonymous, not by the public raising of mize the potential for mistakes. Please remember that libelous comments, personal ments. This is the point at which I feel cheat- hands, which is practiced in regular meetings ed because of the past votes to go ahead with when votes take place. Please do not miss the attacks and material that cannot be verified will not be published. “Sound Offs” may the fire station upgrade. We, the East chance to participate in this vote. also be e-mailed to [email protected]. We prefer that longer “Sound Killingly taxpayers, have allocated $65,000 to Offs” be e-mailed. Be sure to label the e-mail as a “Sound Off” submission. All “Sound them, along with another $20,000 that they JUDY RZUCIDLO Off” submissions are due by noon on Mondays. We look forward to hearing from you! also have access to without an additional pub- EAST KILLINGLY lic vote.

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GRIFFINS COME FROM BEHIND FOR 7-6 WIN AGAINST BEARS

BY BENJAMIN R. KIPP Even though down by four, VILLAGER SPORTS CORRESPONDENT the Griffins didn’t give up and POMFRET — It’s not every eventually got to Bears starting day that a Hall of Fame pitcher pitcher Tim Staino. In the bot- shows up to watch a high school tom of the fifth, Brett Clarke baseball game here in the Quiet scored on a pass ball, then Ray Corner. But since it was Zeek doubled to left center to Grandparents’ Weekend at score Ryan Anderson. Then Pomfret School, Hall of Fame Zeek came around to score on a Cleveland Indians pitcher Bob Dave St. Lawrence ground out Feller visited the school to fielder’s choice, ending the watch his grandson, Daniel inning with the Griffins down 6- Feller, pitch. The younger Feller 5. started for the Pomfret School “We figured him out a little Griffins in their Saturday, April bit,” said Rees. “That was very 19, 7-6 win against the needed today.” Berkshire Bears. Smociuk shut the Bears down The older Feller makes the with his overpowering fastball, journey from Gates Mills, Ohio which was popping the catch- (outside of Cleveland), twice a er’s mitt. He didn’t give up a run year to see his grandson pitch. and even got out of a bases Benjamin R. Kipp photos “His fastball was all right loaded one-out jam in the fifth. Hall of Fame Cleveland Indians pitcher Bob Feller enjoys the April 19 afternoon watching his grandson, Daniel Feller, pitch for the today,” Bob Feller said while sit- His third baseman, Chris Pomfret School Griffins. ting next to his grandson for Turney, caught a sharp line-out Daniel Feller winds up and gets ready to release the ball in the Griffins game against the Berkshire Bears. part of last Saturday’s action. and stepped on third for the “He hung his curve ball too double play. much. You’ve got to throw The Griffins added to the strikes with the curve ball and scoring in the home half of the keep the ball down in the strike sixth. Kevin Hart tied the score zone.” at six all when Mike Gaudreau Daniel Feller started the doubled him home. The go- game of by breezing through ahead run was scored by the first two innings. However, Turney,who was on third, when the third inning, the Bears Clark hit a ground ball to first. jumped on the board. Two The first baseman looked bunts, a pass ball, a poor throw Turney back, and when he ran by Feller to the catcher on a hit to the bag, Turney took off for right back to him, and the flood- home. A high throw to the gates opened as the Bears catcher and Turney slid in safe- jumped out to a 6-2 lead. ly for the go-ahead run. “The first guy laid down a “That’s head-up base run- bunt, and it kind of went down- ning,” said Bob Feller. “That hill from there,” said the was a good play.” younger Feller. “They put good Smociuk got three ground swings on the ball; give credit to ball outs to second basemen St. them.” Lawrence to close out the much- “I’ll have a talk with Daniel needed win for the Griffins. after the game about that play,” “We needed to win this game. said the Hall of Famer. It was really important,” Daniel Pomfret School head baseball Feller said. “Dan [Smociuk] coach Jim Rees pulled Feller pitched really well. It was a with one out in the third and great effort.” replaced him with Dan Feller talked to the team after Smociuk, who struck out the the game and signed many auto- final two batters to end the graphs for his grandson’s team- inning. mates, as well as many fans. Bob Feller talks to the Pomfret School Griffins after their 7-6 come-from-behind win against the Berkshire Bears Saturday, April 19. Once the rookie, Mantelli now leads softball team

BY BENJAMIN R. KIPP which means between the lines, about all offensive categories. She VILLAGER SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Mantelli has her work cut out for bats in the clean-up position with THOMPSON — Marie Mantelli her. three freshmen in front of her. was nicknamed “rookie” her fresh- “She’s patient with them. She’s Mantelli is not only an all-around man year by the group of seniors always shouting out commands, athlete, but student as well. She car- that showed her ropes when she encouraging them,” Rahal said. ries a 4.0 grade point average, is vice started on the varsity squad. Now, In the field, she is surrounded by president of both the National as a senior, she’s not the rookie any- freshmen. The third base, second Honor Society and the Student more, but for her, the nickname base and catcher positions are Council, is a member of the Plastic stayed with her. freshmen, as well as three pitchers Engineering Team, and is also a The reason is quite simple: “My and a couple outfielders that put her member of the Future Business freshman year the seniors decided right in the middle of the action. Leaders of America team. to give me a nickname and rookie is Mantelli remembers being a One of her team goals is to help what stuck,” she said. freshman and that getting the help the team get to the state playoffs. Plus, “she stated varsity as a from upperclassmen was very help- Even though the team sports a 2-4 freshman,” said current head coach ful to her, so she takes the added record, only six more wins stand in Bill Rahal. responsibility like a fastball coming the way for that goal — something Since her freshman year, she has across the heart of the plate. that has eluded the Lady Tigers started at shortstop and, according “It’s a little tough,” she said, “but since her freshman year. It’s also to Rahal, she has matured into a I need to be the leader out there.” something she feels that is very one-of-a-kind player and student. Although her main position is at obtainable. She is a captain on this year’s shortstop, she’s played every posi- “I know we can do it,” she said. team, and last year she was an all- tion on a softball field, with the Rahal knows that kids like this Eastern Connecticut Conference exception of pitcher. don’t come around that often. Class S player. She is leading the team with a .360 Mantelli plans to go to the batting average, one home run, two University of New England in Her list of responsibilities multi- Benjamin R. Kipp photo plied this year. Rahal is forced to doubles and close to 15 runs batted Maine and wants to continue play- start up to seven freshmen at times, in, which leads the team in just ing softball and major in biology. Head coach Bill Rahal (left) and Marie Mantelli (right)

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There was delays in the cement culvert total of $450,000 out of surplus to try to help offset parking lot by the 2008 Project Graduation public roads,” he said. “However, they did come to being made, and it took an extra eight weeks or the budget, he said. Committee to hold a yard sale. ask for assistance because of this emergency situ- something like that — I’m not sure exactly what In addition, $1.8 million was cut from the Board • The board approved the Fair Housing, ADA ation.” the timeframe was — but the culvert didn’t end up of Education’s proposed budget and more than and Title VI documents, which Groh said is done The state of the road is cause for concern, Groh being complete and in place until late September $34,000 from the library’s proposed budget, and annually. said, adding, “In this type of a situation, it’s an last year and the contractor couldn’t complete the one highway position from the Highway • The board approved a municipal resolution emergency situation. There’s some concerns project before wintertime, so it was delayed until Department was eliminated, according to Groh, for the Quaddick Lake Weed Management about emergency vehicles being able to pass the springtime.” who pointed out that those were some of “the big Project. The town received a grant for $200,000 for through there, i.e., fire trucks, ambulances.” This delay in installation couldn’t have come at highlighted things” that the Board of Finance the project, according to Groh, who noted that this According to Groh, the town is looking into a worse time: Due to changes in requirements and had done to try to bring the budget down. was passed at last month’s town meeting. state assistance and help from the Federal hikes in fuel costs, the contractor cannot complete The loss of the highway position has raised “This was just a resolution between the Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). the project under the bid posted in 2006, according some concern on how the roads will be cleared Department of Environmental Protection and the “The town is looking to see if we can find to Groh. next winter. town of Thompson and being able to sign into a money on a state level,” he said. “There is a state “What happened was the contractor came in “We’ve lost a position and that raises some con- contract to make sure it gets done,” he said. boat launch down in that area, so we’re going to and said, with the required things and cost of fuel cerns for the next year on our highway personnel “That’s pretty much what the resolution was for.” ask the state if there’s any money available to and wages that have to go up and state guidelines, being able to plow during the wintertime, and • The board voted to hold the annual town meet- help and/or FEMA to see if there’s any emer- he couldn’t do it for the price that he bid,” he said. we’re going to have to rearrange and do some ing, scheduled to take place at 8 p.m. May 19, in the gency money to help out in a situation like this.” Groh said he informed the Board of Selectmen management there and try and make sure that we new auditorium at the high school. The location is The effort to repair the sinkhole would be a of the requested increases and had the State have the roads safe for people to pass next winter,” subject to change pending on whether the audito- joint effort. According to Groh, that means “town Department of Transportation (DOT) project he said. “We’ll try to manage that somehow. We’ll rium, which seats about 400, is being used for labor would be used to fix the culvert and hopeful- grant administrator look over the estimates to have to.” something else. If that is the case, the meeting ly get money to buy the culvert from state funds, make sure they were accurate and to see if the Summer work completed by the highway will be held in the Community Room at the if possible.” town could receive additional funding. The num- department will also have to be looked at now that library, as it is annually. There was also discussion Tuesday night about bers proved true, but, Groh said, “The state wasn’t a position has been cut. • James Sali was appointed by the board to the paving the roads in the Small Pond Road area and willing to pay any more money, but the state said “Some management decisions will have to Thompson Housing Authority. putting in a culvert for a small river that goes that yes, these are in line for what needs to be made, as will the repairing of the roads and the • James Bellevance was appointed by the board across the road near the state boat launch to con- done,” he said. work that’s done for paving during the summer- to the Renewable Energy Committee. tinue to keep the road in that area passable. Groh added, “The contractor is willing to work time,” he said. “We’ll have to work that out.” • Matters regarding CL&P and the light fix- However, due to the emergency situation with the with us to try to offset some of those figures with In light of these recent budget cuts, Groh would tures, the town easement for private utilities ordi- sinkhole, selectmen will not be looking into either the town by possibly selling some material that like the residents of Thompson to keep in mind nance and the building fees for the proposed cell of those proposed projects at this time. we have, which has passed state inspection.” that the town is not immune to the rising costs tower that will be erected on town property on In other business, the Buckley Hill Road pro- Though it wasn’t on the agenda for the meeting, that are hitting everybody’s bank accounts. Rich Road were tabled until the next meeting so ject, which has been ongoing since 2006, has hit a Groh commented on the proposed 2008-2009 bud- “We’re experiencing the same increases that that board members could gather more informa- roadblock, but both the contractor and the town get during a follow-up conversation Wednesday everybody else is in town. You have increase[s] in tion before making a decision. Included in the are working together to solve the problem at morning. heating fuel and gas fuel and diesel for the buses CL&P decision will be the request to install street hand. “The Board of Finance has worked the num- and town trucks to get out there and be able to lamps at 227 and 1145 Riverside Drive. According to Groh, a cement culvert was sched- bers on bringing down the budget to a .99 mill bring the children to school and to work on the uled to be installed on the road last spring, with increase here in Thompson,” he said. “We have roads and whatnot, as well as the increase in elec- Chenoa Pierce may be reached at (860) 928-1818, grant funding, but complications arose and it was the new school project that’s almost complete that tricity costs, just like everybody else,” he said. ext. 112, or by e-mail at chenoa@villagernewspa- not installed until the fall. we need to pay for. … The financing of that is an “We’re experiencing those increases, too, which pers.com. “There was a culvert that was being put in, a automatic half mill in our budget. That’s reflected are reflected in the budget.” School bleachers VOLUNTEERS continued from page A1 light, which never happens to us.” Madden was right on the money with his estimation. According to him, the benches were completely installed “around 4 p.m.” Woodstock Middle School Principal Paul Gamache stopped by the fields to check on the progress. He said that the work Madden and Co. were doing was a real help to the school. “It’s a great, great thing that they are doing,” he said. “We really appreciate the com- munity support — it’s tremendous.”

Chenoa Pierce may be reached at (860) 928- 1818, ext. 112, or by e-mail at chenoa@vil- lagernewspapers.com. POLICE LOGS Editor’s Note: The information contained in these police logs was obtained through either press releases or other public documents kept by each police department, and is considered to be the account of police. All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Putnam Friday, April 18 Kristopher J. Campion, 24, 20 Smithfield Ave., Putnam. Charged with operating under suspension.

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TOWN OF EASTFORD Board of Education in the amount of Special Permit Application #2008-02 – WARNING OF ANNUAL TOWN BUDGET $3,633,635 for the fiscal year commencing Dated at Eastford, Connecticut Paul F. LaFramboise, 647 Thompson Road, MEETING July 1, 2008 and ending June 30, 2009. This 16th day of April, 2008 Thompson, CT - Vol 209, Page 67, Map 120, Block 30, Lot 16, Zone I, 13.42 Acres. The legal voters and those qualified to vote at 4. To act upon appropriating $160,000 from Melissa M. Vincent, Town Clerk Subdivision Application #2008-03 – town meetings of the Town of Eastford, the Undesignated Fund Balance (surplus) to Richard L. Woodward First Selectman Cullen R & Sheila Roth Silvestri, Nature’s Connecticut are hereby warned that the finance a portion of the budget for the 2008- Mary A. Duncan, Selectman Grove, 1387 Thompson Road, Thompson, 2009 fiscal year. Lisa Bunnell, Selectman CT – Zone R40, Map 114, Block 25, Lot 2, ANNUAL TOWN BUDGET MEETING April 25, 2008 13.85 Acres, Area to be subdivided 13.85 5. To lay a mil rate and establish a collection Acres. Will be held at the Eastford Elementary period on the last completed Grand List suf- LEGAL NOTICE Special Permit Application 2008-03 – School, Westford Road, in said Town on: ficient to pay the estimated expenses of the TOWN OF THOMPSON James D. McDonald, 232 East Thompson Town of Eastford. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Road, Map 137, Block 21, Lot 23C, Zone WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2008 AT 7:30 PM The Planning & Zoning Commission will R40. To obtain relief from Zoning Regulations 6. To act on empowering the Board of hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 28, which only allow motor vehicle repairers To consider and act upon the following items: Selectmen to disburse Town Aid Road Funds 2008 at 7:00 PM in the Merrill Seney license in a Commercial Zone. 1. To act on nominating a Moderator to pre- and Local Capital Improvement Programs Community Room of the Thompson Town Charles Paquette, Chairman side at said meeting. Funds, if and when available, for the purpose Hall for the following: March 24, 2008 of general and town highway maintenance Continue Special Permit Application April 18, 2008 2. To act on the proposed budget of the Town and improvements. #2008-01 – Peter Orr, 260 Quaddick Road, April 25, 2008 Government in the amount of $1,296,189 for Map 124, Block 32, Lot 27, Zone R40 – the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2008 and 7. To act on empowering the Tax Collector to request to have Farm Market open year ending June 30, 2009. waive collection of any property tax due in an round at farm in an existing structure. This amount less than five (5) dollars for the 2008- structure is the original creamery building at 3. To act upon the proposed budget of the 2009 fiscal year. Fort Hill Farms. B4 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, April 25, 2008

OBITUARIES are published at no charge. E-mail notices to [email protected], or fax them to (860) 928-5946. Photos are welcome in JPEG format. OBITUARIES Amanda Realie, 27 Amelia Gasiorek, 92 DANIELSON/COVENTRY — Amanda M. devoting herself to the raising and care of KILLINGLY — Amelia S. Gasiorek, 92, for- Sophia (Marnik) Kuszaj, she was born June Realie, 27, died unexpectedly with her her family.A devoted mother, daughter, sister merly of Rogers, presently of Palm Springs, 3, 1915, in New Bedford, Mass. She was raised unborn son Alex on Thursday, April 17, at and granddaughter, she was a caring, loving Fla., died Saturday, April 12, at home in in the Goodyear section of Killingly, now Hartford Hospital. person who had many friends and will be Florida. called Rogers. She leaves her two sons, Alfredo and sadly missed. She was a member of St. James She was the wife of the late Joseph Mrs. Gasiorek was first employed at the Anthony Realie; her mother, Celine Dujack, Parish in Danielson. Gasiorek, who died on July 14, 1969. former Powdrell and Alexander Co. in of Bozrah; her father, Arthur R. Kollbeck, of The funeral was from the Gagnon-Costello She leaves two sisters, Helen Pedersen of Danielson. She then moved to Ansonia and Danielson; her maternal grandmother, Funeral Home in Danielson, followed by a Port St. Lucie, Fla., and Sally Landry of worked at Goodrich Rubber for 35 years. She Victoria Realie, of Danielson; a brother, Mass of Christian Burial at St. James Manchester; a brother, Stephen Kuszaj, of retired to Lake Worth, Fla., 40 years ago. Jeremiah Kollbeck, and his wife Amy of Church in Danielson. Burial followed in Holy Brooklyn; and several nieces and nephews. A chapel service was held Thursday, April Woodstock; two nephews and a niece. Cross Cemetery in Danielson. She was predeceased by two sisters, Janina 17, at Holy Cross Cemetery Chapel in Born April 4, 1981, in Putnam, Miss Realie Donations in her memory to benefit her Sulik and Adella Cote, and two brothers, Danielson. Gagnon-Costello Funeral Home, attended Killingly schools. Upon completion children may be made in care of Jeremiah Eugene Kuszaj and Chester Kuszaj. of Danielson, was in charge of arrange- of her education, she helped take care of her Kollbeck, Putnam Bank, 40 Main Street, P.O. The daughter of the late Joseph and ments. grandmother. She became a homemaker, Box 151, Putnam, CT 06260. Delina A. McLean, 81 Beatrice C. Perry Powers, 75 STURBRIDGE, Mass. — Delina A. Worcester and grew up in Charlton. (Mathieu) McLean, 81, of Sturbridge, died, Mrs. McLean worked for many years as a CHARLTON, Mass. — Beatrice C. (Tozia) and sisters. Monday, March 3, at the Radius Healthcare waitress at the Spec Town Diner in Perry Powers, 75, of Reynolds Road, The daughter of the late George and Center in Southbridge, following a long ill- Southbridge. She also worked at the Charlton, and formerly of Oxford, died Florence (Adams) Tozia, she was born in ness. American Optical Company.She was an avid Thursday,April 17, at her daughter’s home in Dudley and lived most of her life in Oxford. She was the wife of the late James M. gardener and loved her plants. Putnam, Conn., after a battle with cancer. Mrs. Perry Powers worked at Jeffco Co. in McLean, who died in 1997. A memorial Mass will be held at a later She was predeceased by her husband of 10 Webster for many years, retiring in 1994. She She leaves three sons, James M. McLean Jr. date at St. Anne’s Church in Sturbridge. years, Robert T. Powers Jr., of Oxford, who previously owned and operated Arty’s Café of Sturbridge, Louis J. McLean of Martinez, There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, died in 2001, and her first husband of 38 in Oxford with her husband Arthur. Her Calif., and Gerald A. McLean of Danielson, memorial donations may be made to the years, Arthur H. Perry Sr., of Oxford, who greatest enjoyment in life was her family,and Conn.; and two grandchildren. charity of one’s choice. died in 1987. she especially loved spending time with her She was the sister of the late Evelyn Arrangements are under the direction of She leaves four children, Arthur H. Perry grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Groccia and Dorothy Gallant. the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Jr. and his wife Maryann of Charlton, Her funeral was held Monday, April 21, at The daughter of the late Louis J. and Hamilton St., Southbridge. Stephen Perry of Thompson, Conn., Deborah Paradis Funeral Home, followed by a Mass at Florence I. (Miller) Mathieu, she was born in P. Mancini of Putnam, Conn., and Sharon L. St. Roch’s Church, both in Oxford. Burial fol- LaPierre and her husband Bernard of lowed St. Roch’s Cemetery in Oxford. Woodstock, Conn.; 15 grandchildren; 19 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions Janice M. Bennett, 55 great-grandchildren; and many nephews and may be made to the American Heart nieces. Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA WOODSTOCK — Janice M. Bennett, 55, of A partner with her family in the Coatney She was predeceased by many brothers 01701. County Road, Woodstock, died unexpectedly Hill Farm, Miss Bennett was also a special Thursday, April 17, at UMass Memorial education teacher working for Eastconn for Medical Center in Worcester, Mass. the last 14 years at Woodstock Academy. She leaves her parents, Rene and Helen The funeral was held Monday, April 21, at Gerald Johnson, 46 (Szych) Bennett, of Woodstock; her brothers, the Smith & Walker Funeral Home in Donald R. Bennett of Woodstock, Ronald W. Putnam. Burial was in Elmvale Cemetery in PUTNAM — Gerald “Ged” Johnson, 46, of and an active member of the Putnam Lodge Bennett of Corpus Christi, Texas, and Peter Woodstock. Fox Road, Putnam, died unexpectedly of Elks. He worked on many lodge events and F. Bennett; nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made Saturday, April 19, at home. functions. Miss Bennett was born Jan. 20, 1953, in in her memory to the Special Olympics CT, He was the son of Doris A. (Burton) An avid vegetable and flower gardener, Mr. Stafford Springs, and had made her home in P.O. Box 4000, Hamden, CT 06514-0010. Johnson of Putnam and the late Louis G. Johnson enjoyed life and had a great sense of Woodstock most of her life. She was a gradu- To share a memory with her family, “light Johnson Sr. humor. He was a loving son and caregiver to ate of Woodstock Academy. a candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com. In addition to his mother, he leaves three his mother and was loved by all. brothers, Louis Johnson Jr. of South Dennis, The funeral was held Thursday,April 24, at Mass., Richard Johnson of Florence, Mass., the Smith & Walker Funeral Home in and Robert Johnson of Putnam; two sisters, Putnam. Burial was in Munyan Cemetery in John T. Fredericks, 74 Carol Langer of Alva, Fla., and Thompson Putnam. and Patricia Ferrarese of Southbury; and Donations may be made in his memory to WARWICK, R.I. — John spent more than 40 years in the several nieces and nephews. the Spina Bifida Association of Connecticut Thomas Fredericks, 74, of Pressman’s Union, retiring in Born Nov. 16, 1961, in Putnam, he was a Inc., P.O. Box 2545, Hartford, CT 06146-2545. Warwick, passed away 1988 as journeyman pressman. graduate of Putnam High School, Class of To share a memory with his family,“light a April 12 at Kent Hospital. He served his country during 1980. candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com. He was the beloved hus- the Korean War with the Navy. Mr. Johnson was a self-employed plumber band of Marion P. (Flynn) Fondly known as Mr. Fred, Fredericks. Mr. Fredericks was involved In addition to his wife of with the Boy Scouts for more than 37 years more than 54 years, he and was the Scoutmaster of Troop 117 of Joseph Martineau, 78 leaves four children, Warwick for 22 years. His proudest accom- Patricia A. Fredericks, plishments were the young men he saw DANIELSON — Joseph Girard Martineau, (Baril) Martineau, he was born Marion F. Card and Richard W. Fredericks, become Eagle Scouts, two of whom were his 78, of 82 Maple Court, died Friday,April 18, at Oct. 5, 1929, in Putnam. all of Warwick, and John T. Fredericks III of sons and two oldest grandsons, Timothy and Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam. Mr. Martineau served in the South Woodstock, Conn. He had two wonder- Tyler Card. His other three grandsons are on He leaves two sons, Joseph G. Martineau Air Force during the Korean ful daughters-in-law, Kim M. and Holly L. the same path to Eagle. Mr. Fredericks Jr. and his wife Karen of Thompson and War. He worked at Anchor Fredericks. He was the loving papa of his received many awards for his years in Peter J. Martineau and his wife Tracey of Glass in Dayville for many precious grandchildren, Timothy and Tyler Scouting, among them the Coveted Silver Danielson; two daughters, Brenda L. Ruoppo years, retiring in the 1980s. Card, John T. IV, Richard W. II, Andrew J. Beaver, one of the highest awards given to of North Carolina and Tami J. Wykes of A memorial service with full military hon- Fredericks and Brittany M. Fredericks. He scouting volunteers. Brooklyn; his brother, Arthur Martineau, ors was held Monday, April 21, at Tillinghast was the brother of Rosemary Warner of A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated and his wife Rosemary of Wallingford; his Funeral Home in Danielson. Burial was at Guilderland, N.Y., and Barbara Shea of at St. Gregory The Great Church in Warwick. sister, Jeanne Bruso, and her husband the convenience of the family. South Carolina and brother-in-law Richard A graveside interment followed in the Rhode Russell of Florida; eight grandchildren; one In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory DeMarie of Celebration, Fla. Island Veterans Cemetery in Exeter. The great-grandson; and many nieces and may be made to the Diabetes Association, A son of the late John T. and Rose M. Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, of nephews. Connecticut Affiliate Inc., 306 Industrial (Kordek) Fredericks, he was born Nov. 4, Warwick, handled arrangements. The son of the late Wilfrid and Antoinette Park Road, Suite105, Middletown, CT 06457. 1933, in North Adams Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in his Mr. Fredericks lived in New York until 1963 memory may be made to Boy Scout Troop 117 when he moved his family to Rhode Island to Warwick, c/o John T. Fredericks Lucille LeClair, 77 help open the Providence Gravure, a sister Campership Fund, 74 Viceroy Road, company of the Providence Journal. He Warwick, RI 02886. PUTNAM — Lucille (Lussier) LeClair, 77, the late Theodore and Dolores (Desautels) of Sabin Street, died Sunday, April 20, in Lussier. Worcester, Mass. Mrs. LeClair worked as a cook for Day Sophie Papini, 78 She leaves her daughter, Jane Brown, and Kimball Hospital, Daughters of the Holy her husband Hank of Putnam; her son, Spirit and the former St. Joseph’s Villa. She David LeClair,and his wife Pamela of Gilford enjoyed spending her leisure time reading WAUREGAN — Sophie Papini, 78, of South She was predeceased by two sons, N.H.; three brothers, Leo Lussier of Putnam, and listening to classical music. Walnut Street, died Wednesday, April 16, at Lawrence Beres and Andrew Beres; two sis- Marcel Lussier of Killingly and Edward A gathering was held Friday, April 25, at her home. ters, Mary and Genevieve; and three broth- Lussier of Plainfield; her sister, Jeannette the Gilman Funeral Home in Putnam, fol- She was the wife of the late Amadeo ers, Joseph, Anthony and Edward. Penson, of Canterbury; four grandchildren, lowed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Papini. The son of the late Paul and Sophie Glenn, Karl, Kara and Alex; and several Mary Church of the Visitation in Putnam. She leaves four children, Paula Peterson of (Bohara) Banasiewicz, she was born March nieces and nephews. Burial will take place in St. Mary Cemetery Sprague, George Beres of Canterbury, May 15, 1930, in Preston. Born in Putnam, she was the daughter of at a later date. Beth Congdon of Brooklyn and Christopher The funeral was from the Gagne- Papini of Putnam; two sisters, Stella Chris Piechowski Funeral Home in Jewett City. Ricard of Naples, Fla., and Mary Cipriano of Interment followed in Cedar Swamp Norwich; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grand- Cemetery in Sterling. Scanlon children; and several nieces and nephews. Nelson E. Carpenter, 71 SEND OBITUARIES at no charge to Funeral Service PLAINFIELD — Nelson E. Carpenter, 71, of two great-grandsons. 16 Terrace Drive, died Monday, April 14, at He was predeceased by a son, Timothy Community News Editor Ann UMASS Memorial Health Care-University Carpenter, and his brother, Paul Carpenter. Tremblay, by faxing (508) 764- Since 1947 Campus in Worcester, Mass. The son of the late Nelson L. and Nina He leaves his wife of 24 years, Lucille M. (Madeline) Carpenter, he was born Nov. 14, 8102, or by e-mailing the editor at 38 East Main Street Bernier Carpenter, of Plainfield; one son, 1936, in Canterbury. He lived in Jewett City Daniel Carpenter, of Brooklyn; four step- before moving to Plainfield 20 years ago. [email protected]. Webster, MA 01570 sons, Steve Carpenter of Brooklyn, Chuck Mr. Carpenter was a truck driver for (508)943-1298 Bernier of New Britain, Danny Bernier of Colchester Egg. Uncasville and Rick Bernier of Boston; two Graveside services were held Monday, We also invite funeral directors daughters, Cheryl Valera of Plainfield and April 21, in Carey Cemetery, Canterbury. “Ask the Families We’ve Served.” Kristy Carpenter of Willimantic; two step- Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, of Webster, and families to e-mail us a JPEG daughters, Laura Young of Canterbury and Mass., directed arrangements. photograph to print, at no cost, www.scanlonfs.com Deanna Bernier of Norwich; a brother, In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to www.websterfunerals.com Bruce Carpenter, of Mystic; a sister, Ann St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude alongside the Maffio, of Plainfield; 17 grandchildren and Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905. obituary.

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Magdalene L. Racine, 87 Robert L. Quintal Sr., 76 PUTNAM — Robert Lionel Quintal Sr., 76, veteran serving with the DAYVILLE — Magdalene (Leary) Racine, Mrs. Racine was employed at The Thermos of Mill Street, died Sunday,April 20, at home Seventh Infantry Division from 87, died April 11 at her home in Dayville. in Norwich before marrying in 1942. She after a long and courageous battle with can- 1951 to 1954, when he was hon- She was the wife of George J. Racine, who owned and operated a successful at-home cer. orably discharged. He received died in 1976. advertising products business and worked He was the beloved husband of Emily the Combat Infantryman She leaves a son, George, and his wife Joan beside her husband for many years at the (Overby) Quintal. Married in Kenbridge, Va., Badge, Korean Service Medal of Brooklyn; a daughter, Doreene, and her family-owned Racine Co. Printing business. they celebrated their 54th wedding anniver- with three bronze stars, United husband Richard Marchesseault, of An at-home mom, Mrs. Racine enjoyed sary Jan. 12. Nations Service Medal and the Marlboro, Mass.; a son, Myles, and Dianna vacations to Canada to visit with her brother In addition to his wife, he leaves his son, Presidential Unit Citation. He recently Nachajko of Dayville; seven grandchildren; and his family.Her hobbies included crochet- Robert L. Quintal Jr., and his wife Christine received the Connecticut Service Medal. He 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, ing, and she was an avid reader. She enjoyed of Woodstock; his daughter, Claire Q. was a member of Albert J. Breault VFW Post nephews and cousins. singing, dancing and storytelling. Mackowiak, and her husband Richard of 1523 and the Connecticut State Employees She was predeceased by her brother, The funeral was held Saturday,April 19, in Eastford; his three sisters, Theresa Hubert Association who enjoyed woodworking in his Francis, who died in 1995, and a grandson, Tillinghast Funeral Home in Danielson. and her husband Maurice of Putnam, spare time. Justin, who died in 2004. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery in Pauline Vadnais of Bowie, Md., and Irene A gathering was held Wednesday, April 23, The daughter of Myles and Lucianne Danielson. Torsiello and her husband Anthony of at the Gilman Funeral Home in Putnam, fol- (Ouellette) Leary, she was born July 22, 1920, Donations in her memory may be made to Newington; and his two grandchildren, lowed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. in Danielson and was a lifelong resident of Day Kimball Home Care, P.O. Box 6006, Robert Mackowiak of Eastford and Jordan Mary Church of the Visitation in Putnam. Dayville. Putnam, CT 06260. Quintal of Woodstock. Burial with military honors followed in St. The son of the late Edgar J. and Alice Mary Cemetery. (Mandler) Quintal, he was born in Fitchburg, In lieu of flowers, donations may be made Mass. to the Day Kimball Hospital Oncology Mr. Quintal worked for the Connecticut Department, P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT 06360 Department of Transportation for 32 years, or to St. Mary Church Renovation Fund, 218 Madeleine Brodeur, 91 retiring in 1986. He was a Korean War Army Providence St., Putnam, CT 06260.

PUTNAM — Madeleine (Chartier) Adelaide (Bernier) Chartier. She had made Brodeur, 91, of Putnam, died peacefully, her home in Putnam since 1938, moving from Leopold J. Poitras, 84 Monday, April 14, at home. Brooklyn. She was the beloved wife of 61 years of Mrs. Brodeur had worked as a clerk at Norman Brodeur, who died Dec. 3, 1999. They CL&P and also as a clerk at Sandy’s Dress DANIELSON — Leopold J. “Fife” Poitras, in Putnam. were married in St. James Church in Shop in Putnam. She was well known as a 84, of Elmwood Lane, died Tuesday, April 15, Mr. Poitras was employed as a truck driver Danielson. professional seamstress. She was a commu- at UMass Memorial Medical Center in for the former F.C. Davis Trucking Company She leaves her siblings, Bernard Chartier nicant of St. Mary Church of the Visitation Worcester, Mass. for many years. He was a member of the of Dayville, Albert Chartier of East Killingly and a member of St. Anne Society and the He was the husband of Marjorie Grimes, Brooklyn Fair Harness Racing, having been and Agnes Bernier of Brooklyn; and several Aspinock Historical Society of Putnam. whom he married June 30, 1945. a horse trainer and owner of harness horses. nieces and nephews, including Carolyn A memorial Mass was held Friday, April In addition to his wife, he leaves his chil- He was an avid gardener and loved meeting Chartier of Woodstock and Susan Chartier 18, at St. Mary Church of the Visitation, fol- dren, Kim D. Poitras and his wife Jayne of his friends at George’s Galley. and Allen Chartier, both of East Killingly. lowed by burial in St. Mary Cemetery,both in Webster, Mass., and Linda S. Rich and her The funeral was held Saturday,April 19, in She was predeceased by her siblings, Putnam. The Smith & Walker Funeral Home husband Chap of Abington; his brother, Tillinghast Funeral Home in Danielson. Henry Chartier, Leo Chartier, Adrienne of Putnam handled arrangements. Roger F. Poitras, and his wife Barbara of Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery. Beauchemin, Julienne Chartier, Cecile In lieu of flowers, donations may be made Danielson; four grandchildren, Zachary In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory Chartier, Yolande Chartier, John Chartier, to St. Mary Church. Poitras, Benjamin Poitras, Sam Rich and may be made to UMass Memorial Pediatric Roma Chartier and Anita St. Germain. To share a memory, “light a candle” at Becky Rich; one great-grandson, Wyatt Rich; Center, 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, The seventh of 13 children, she was born www.smithandwalkerfh.com. and several nieces and nephews. MA 01608 or to the ASPCA, 424 E. 92nd Street, Sept. 25, 1916, in Danielson to Victorien and The son of the late Slyvio and Alboma New York, NY 10128-6804. (Kerouack) Poitras, he was born May 6, 1923,

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The calendar page is a free service offered for Park has been the site of many historic cele- BLUEGRASS SHOW will be held at 7:30 per meal and consists of meat or vegetable listings for government, educational and non- brations, including those hosted in the 19th p.m. at the Wolf Den Grange, Route 44, lasagna, salad, rolls and cake. profit organizations. Send all calendar listings century by Henry C. Bowen, whose Pomfret. Tickets are $5. and happenings by mail at 107 Providence St., Independence Day festivities were famous. ‘LARAMIE PROJECT’ AUDITIONS, for Putnam, CT 06260, by fax at (860) 928-5946, or Cheryl Wakely and Lyn Cole-Smith will lead a 10th ANNUAL ST. JAMES SPRING the June production at Bradley Playhouse, by e-mail to [email protected]. moderate, one-hour walk and highlight it with BOOK FAIR will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. at the playhouse, All calendar listings must be submitted by noon stories and more than 40 old photographs. today and from 7 a.m. to noon Sunday,April 27, 30 Front St., Putnam. Please arrive promptly Monday to be published in the following Step back into an earlier era and enjoy the in the St. James Church Hall, Franklin Street, at 1 p.m. and plan to stay for the entire audi- Friday’s edition. Villager Newspapers will view from Eliot Hill and the scenery around Danielson. More than 5,000 books and record- tion period. Four female and four male roles print such listings as space allows. the pond, which is all that remains of a large, ings will be arranged by subjects and authors are available for actresses and actors. Due to ancient lake. Traditional Bowen Family for browsing and shopping pleasure. Most the adult language and subject matter of the refreshments of pink lemonade and cookies items will be a dollar or less. There will be show, only actresses and actors over the age of FRIDAY will be served on the deck. Please park next to best-selling fiction, children’s books, 18 can audition. Actors and actresses must be the barn and meet at the boathouse. This romances, cookbooks, DVDs and many other capable of portraying a number of characters April 25 event is free and open to the public. categories. In addition, gourmet coffees from (eight to 10) throughout the production. Some the Baker’s Dozen and home-baked pastries audition materials are available in the theater ‘SHOPS, HOPS AND POPS,’ hosted by the OLDIES NIGHT, sponsored by the Men’s will be served. All proceeds will benefit the St. lobby. For more information, please call (860) Danielson Elks, will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Auxiliary, will be held starting at 6 p.m. at James Endowment Fund. For more informa- 928-7887. Join the Elks for an evening of fun with beer, Plainfield William L. Mercier VFW Post 5446 tion, call Jim Weigel at (860) 774-7755 and leave wine and bourbon tastings, as well as shop- on Winsor Avenue in Plainfield. Finger foods, a message. ping with local and home party vendors. snacks and a DJ will be provided. Admission Turn To CALENDAR, page B6 Tickets are $15 per person and are on sale at is $15 per couple and $8 per individual, and the TAKE-OUT ONLY LASAGNA DINNER, the Lodge. For more information or tickets, funds will go to the Men’s Auxiliary.For more sponsored by the call (860) 774-9775. information, call (860) 564-5446. Women’s Community Group for Christian SATURDAY ANNUAL MISSION TAG SALE will be service, will be held held from 8 a.m. to noon at South Woodstock from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. April 26 Baptist Church, 23 Roseland Park Road, South at the Federated Woodstock. All proceeds will go to short-term Church of Christ, ‘AN EVENING WITH JUDY COLLINS’ mission projects. For more information, visit Route 6, Brooklyn will be held as part of the Performing Arts of http://www.southwoodstockbaptist.org. Center. Dinner is $7 Northeastern Connecticut’s 34th season at 7:30 p.m. at Hyde Cultural Center. Tickets are RELAY FOR LIFE YARD SALE will be $30 in advance and $35 at the door. For more held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 471 Riverside WANT information, call the box office at (860) 928- Drive, North Grosvenordale. All proceeds will 2946. go directly to the Northeastern Connecticut TAKE-OUT? Relay For Life. Donations are gladly accepted. FROM SUSHI TO ASHFORD SPRING FAIR will be held To drop off, call Tara at (860) 208-7105, or for from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ashford Senior pick-up, call (860) 923-2613. SANDWICHES, Center, 25 Tremko Lane, Ashford. There will YOU CAN FIND IT ALL be 20 tables of crafts and the much anticipated ON OUR EASY-TO-USE FIFTH ANNUAL FRENCH RIVER ONLINE DIRECTORY. bake sale, as well as afghan and food basket CLEANUP, sponsored CHEAPby the BOOZEThompson drawings. Watch the spinning wheel demo and Together Environment Committee, will be All local. jewelry making. Ceramics, soy soaps and can- All the time. held starting at 7:30 a.m. VolunteersFINE WINE need to ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com dles, yarn, jewelry, children’s sweaters and meet at Valley Springs Sportsmen’s Club on hats, note paper, jams and jellies, syrups and Valley Road in ThompsonFAIR to register PRICES them- more will be for sale. Grinders and corn chow- selves and/or members of their work group. der will be available for lunch. This event will They will also receive theirGOOD cleanup SERVICES assign- be held rain or shine. Admission is free. ments at that time and will be able to enjoy KING OF POOLS refreshments. Assignments include working ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT STEAK DINNER, in the river in boats, walkingM alongart they ’shore-s hosted by Eastford Independent Fire Co. No. 1 line or cleaning the edges with a hook-like Anniversary Sale Inc., will be held starting at 6:30 p.m. at the device. Work begins at 8 Rte.a.m. 197 At noon, • Dudley volun- Eastford Firehouse. The menu will include teers are invited back to508-943-0101 the club for lunch. America’s #1 Pool Water Systems steak, baked potatoes, salad, green beans, Arrangements have Join Us for a Day of Fun! rolls, dessert and beverages. Tickets are $15 been made to ensure per person and can be purchased by calling trains will not be Saturday, April 26th 9am-6pm John Paquin at (860) 974-0256, Lincoln Budd at operating on the (860) 974-3688 or Jeannie Spink at (860) 974- tracks during Sunday, April 27th 9am-2pm 1678. cleanup. For more LLC • 8ft. Picnic Tables information, call (860) FREE AMERICAN GIRL TEA PARTY will be 923-9052. • Boy & Girl Pool Toy Baskets held starting at 12:30 p.m. at Putnam Public Mother Raffles • Floats Library.Bring your American Girl doll to a tea BENEFIT DANCE and Child party at the library.You must, of course, wear FOR RELAY FOR Extend Your Available: your finest for this fancy tea party, where you LIFE featuring Tripp Outside Furniture will play games, munch on cucumber sand- Road will be held from Summer! wiches and sip tea, and do a fun project. Space 8 p.m. to midnight at Sheds is limited, so register early by calling (860) 963- the Knights of with a Celebrating Our Retaining Walls 6826. Columbus Hall in Anniversary In Our North Grosvenordale. FREE FAMILY-STYLE SIRLOIN STEAK DIN- New Location! Doors open at 7 p.m. Cape Cod Jewelry NER will be held starting at 6 p.m. at St. for this event. Snacks HEATER TheThe ClownsClowns LUNEYLUNEY && DIZZYDIZZY Stephen’s Parish Hall, 130 Old Turnpike Road, and desserts will be • Jewelry Repair Quinebaug. Dinner consists of steak, baked available and there • Watch Repair With All New Pool Packages FaceFace paintingpainting forfor thethe childrenchildren potato, green beans, salad and dessert and is will be a raffle. • Clock Repair (Inground & Above Ground) HotHot Dogs,Dogs, ChipsChips && Soda!Soda! $14 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Tickets are $12 per Signed on April 26th and 27th Tickets are limited. For more information and • Insurance Appraisals person. This event Not Subject to prior quotes or contracts [email protected] tickets, call Ron Cabana at (860) 974-2850. sold out last year. Call 153 School St. Putnam Donna at (860) 923-3532 860-928-4525 ‘PROMENADE IN THE PARK,’ sponsored or Joe at (860) 928-4279 184 Providence Pike by the Woodstock Historical Society, will be for tickets or more 158 Main St. Danielson ING OF POOLS (Rt. 44) Putnam, CT held starting at 10 a.m. at Roseland Park, information. K Roseland Park Road, Woodstock. Roseland 860-774-8093 860-928-POOLS (7665) B6 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, April 25, 2008 THE DEADLINE to submit calendar listings is Monday at noon. Send to Stephanie Jarvis at COMMUNITY CALENDAR [email protected]

CALENDAR continued from page B5 al government, including problems receiving Grosvenordale. The menu will consist of fish MONDAY Social Security or veterans’ benefits, or other and chips ($8.75), fried scallops ($9.50), fried problems related to a federal agency.For more clams ($12.50) and a fisherman’s platter ($15). SUNDAY April 28 information or to make an appointment, Combination plates will also be available. please call Courtney’s District Office at (860) Each entrée comes with coleslaw, fries and a April 27 POMFRET SCHOOL’S ANNUAL BLOOD 886-0139. dinner roll. Dinner is both dine-in and take- DRIVE, sponsored by Pomfret School stu- out. A full bar will be available for dine-in DUBLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY dents, will be held from 1 to 5:45 p.m. at the ‘BLACK BEARS IN CONNECTICUT,’ patrons only. To place a take-out order, call SACRED MUSIC AND DRAMA CONCERT school, Route 169, Pomfret. The students will sponsored by the Aldrich Library, will be pre- (860) 923-2967. will be held starting at 10:30 a.m. at East also provide great food and wonderful volun- sented starting at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria at Putnam Community Church. The title of the teers. For an appointment, please sign up with Moosup Elementary School, 35 Church St., concert is “Plenty Good Room” and is taken Abby Jones or call the American Red Cross at Moosup. Jason Hawley, wildlife technician for SATURDAY from one of the spirituals that the chorale 1-800-448-3543. the Connecticut Department of sings. Musically, there will be an exciting mix Environmental Protection, has worked with May 3 of different styles of music, from classical to ‘HEALTHY LIFESTYLE MADE EASY,’ bears for three years and will present slides modern to American spirituals. The choir presented by Dr. Paul Matty and sponsored by and discuss natural history, biology, manage- RUMMAGE SALE will be held from 8 a.m. employs a little used art form called choric the Healthy Lifestyle Support Educational ment, and do’s and don’ts of living with bears. to noon at the Congregational Church of speaking. The sketches performed in the con- Series, will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in This program is free and open to the public. Putnam. For more information, call Roberta cert emphasize, in both a humorous and a RHF at Day Kimball Hospital. This event is For more information, call the Aldrich at (860) 928-4293. serious way,man’s need of a relationship with free and open to the public. To RSVP or for Library at (860) 564-8760. God. All are welcome to attend. more information, call (860) 928-6541 ext. 2015. RELAY FOR LIFE YARD SALE will be ‘ORAL HISTORY AND LOCAL HISTO- held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Livery Street STURBRIDGE LIONS CLUB’S 22ND TUESDAY RY,’ presented by Dr.Bruce Stave, acting histo- parking lot of the Congregational Church of ANNUAL ALL-AMERICAN RIVER RACE rian for Connecticut, will begin at 1 p.m. in the Putnam. Space is available. For more informa- will be held at Turner’s Field in Fiskdale, April 29 auditorium at Quinebaug Valley Community tion, call Roberta at (860) 928-4293. Mass. Participants may register at the field on College in Danielson. A reception with light the day of the event or can register from now ‘FOOD FOR THOUGHT’ HEALTH SEMI- refreshments will follow. This event is part of 54TH ANNUAL WINDHAM COUNTY 4- until noon on April 26 at the Sturbridge NAR will be held starting at 7 p.m. at the the Killingly tercentennial celebration and is H AUCTION AND TAG SALE will be held at Information Center. For more information, Quinebaug Seventh-Day Adventist Church, free and open to the public. 326 Taft Pond Road, Pomfret. This event will contact Guy Martel at (508) 764-5636. 768 Quinebaug Road (Route 131) Quinebaug. feature a silent auction, bake sale, refresh- This program will teach nutrition and FRIDAY ments, plants, good and services. The tag sale 10th ANNUAL ST. JAMES SPRING lifestyle choices that may help one prevent dis- will be held from noon to 6 p.m. and feature BOOK FAIR will be held from 7 a.m. to noon eases such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease May 2 books, toys, household goods and more. An in the St. James Church Hall, Franklin Street, and certain cancers. Food choices also affect auction preview will begin at 5 p.m. and sales Danielson. More than 5,000 books and record- one’s risk for degenerative diseases, mental RUMMAGE SALE will be held from 8 a.m. will start at 6 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the ings will be arranged by subjects and authors processing, mood, memory,behavior and even to noon at the Congregational Church of Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp and Windham for browsing and shopping pleasure. Most risk for dementia. Reservations are required Putnam. For more information, call Roberta County 4-H Outdoor Center. For more infor- items will be a dollar or less. There will be and can be made by calling (860) 935-5412. at (860) 928-4293. mation and/or directions, call (860) 974-3379. best-selling fiction, children’s books, romances, cookbooks, DVDs and many other WEDNESDAY 54TH ANNUAL WINDHAM COUNTY 4- YARD SALE will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 categories. In addition, gourmet coffees from H AUCTION AND TAG SALE will be held at p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, Route 205, the Baker’s Dozen and home-baked pastries April 30 326 Taft Pond Road, Pomfret. This event will Wauregan. Table rentals are $15 each or $25 will be served. All proceeds will benefit the St. feature a silent auction, bake sale, refresh- for two. This event will be held rain or shine. James Endowment Fund. For more informa- RELAY FOR LIFE NECT TEAM CAP- ments, plants, good and services. The tag sale For more information or to reserve tables, call tion, call Jim Weigel at (860) 774-7755 and leave TAINS MEETING will be held at 6 p.m. in the will be held from noon to 6 p.m. and feature (860) 774-5194 or (860) 774-4701. a message. cafeteria in the Holt Science Building at books, toys, household goods and more. An Woodstock Academy. Tonight is Bank Night auction preview will begin at 5 p.m. and sales SMORGASBOARD SUPPER AND BAKE ‘LARAMIE PROJECT’ AUDITIONS, for and is the last night to order track signs. will start at 6 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the SALE will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the June production at Bradley Playhouse, Anyone wishing to learn more about Relay Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp and Windham Oneco United Methodist Church, Route 14A in will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. at the playhouse, For Life is invited to attend. County 4-H Outdoor Center. For more infor- Oneco. The menu includes baked ham, 30 Front St., Putnam. Please arrive promptly mation and/or directions, call (860) 974-3379. lasagna, meatballs, Harvard beets, potato at 1 p.m. and plan to stay for the entire audi- THURSDAY salad, macaroni salad, baked beans, gelatin tion period. 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UP, sponsored by the Pomfret Green Team, CT-RI OLDE TYME FIDDLERS will per- BROWN BAG LUNCHEON MEETING will be held throughout the town starting at LAKE BUNGGEE TAX DISTRICT SEMI- form in concert from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the FOR POMFRET SENIORS, hosted by the 7:30 a.m. The goal is to clean up all trash on the ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING will be Ekonk Community Grange Hall, 723 Ekonk Pomfret Seniors Association, will begin at 100 miles of road in Pomfret. Interested indi- held starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Bungay Fire Hill Road, Sterling. Refreshments will be avail- noon in the Church Hall at Christ Episcopal viduals can help in one of two ways — they Brigade, Route 171, Woodstock. The meeting able and there will be door prizes. Admission Church in Pomfret. The program will be on can clean their own property frontage and dis- agenda includes the following: October 2007 is $6 per person. For more information, call hearing aids. All Pomfret seniors are invited pose of trash themselves, or they can join the minutes, officer and committee chairperson’s (860) 564-2131. to attend. Green Team in the Pomfret Community reports, discussion and vote on proposed School parking lot at 7:30 a.m. to be assigned bylaw revisions and rule changes, discussion MARCH OF DIMES FOR BABIES will be BLOOD DRIVE will be held from 12:30 to an area to clean up. Trash bags will be provid- of beach pavilion, discussion of meeting loca- held starting at 9 a.m. at Putnam High School, 5:15 p.m. at Haven Health Care, 111 Westcott ed and work begins at 8 a.m. Volunteers with tions, report of internal financial audit, dis- 152 Woodstock Avenue, Putnam. Registration Road, located near the town library and police bright orange vests or jackets are strongly cussion and vote on proposed fiscal year ’09 begins at 9 a.m., with the March for Babies station in Danielson. There will be a drawing encouraged to wear them to assist with visibil- budget, and election of officers and committee beginning at 10 a.m. Formerly known as for Red Sox and Connecticut Defenders tick- ity and safety during the duration of the chairs. For more information, visit WalkAmerica, March for Babies is the March ets. Walk-ins will be welcome after 4 p.m. To cleanup. Gloves are also recommended. For http://www.lakebunggee.org. of Dimes premier fund-raising event that ben- make an appointment, please contact Brenda more information, contact Green Team mem- efits all babies — those born healthy as well as at (860) 774-9540 or call the American Red bers David Smutnick at (860) 974-3790, Bob those who need help to survive and thrive. In Cross at 1-800-448-3543. Lussier and Cindy Sullivan at (860) 974-2324 or SUNDAY 2007, Connecticut raised more than $1.3 mil- Jim Potrzeba at (860) 974-2458. lion for lifesaving research, community ser- May 4 vices, education and advocacy to help give WEDNESDAY TURKEY DINNER will be held from 5 to 7 every baby a healthy start. For more informa- p.m. in the Parish Hall at St. Joseph Church, AQUAFINA PITCH, HIT AND RUN CON- tion, contact Leigh-Anne Lefurge from the May 7 18 Main St., North Grosvenordale. Dinner will TEST will be held starting at 2 p.m. at the March of Dimes at (860) 812-0080, ext. 315. feature turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed Pomfret Recreation Park Baseball Field. Four RELAY FOR LIFE NECT TEAM CAP- potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans, salad, age groups (ages as of July 17) will participate. TAINS MEETING will be held at 6 p.m. in the rolls and dessert. Tickets are $7 for adults and Age groups are 7 and 8 year olds, 9 and 10 year MONDAY cafeteria in the Holt Science Building at $5 for seniors and children under the age of 8 olds, 11 and 12 year olds, and 13 and 14 year Woodstock Academy. Tonight is Bank Night and will be available at the door or can be pur- olds. Participants will compete in pitching, May 5 and the last day Luminaria donations will chased in advance from any confirmation stu- hitting and running. All winners in each level count toward the team total. Anyone wishing dent or altar server, or by calling (860) 923-2361. will move on to the state level of competition. BLOOD DRIVE will be held from 1:30 to to learn more about Relay For Life is invited to Raffle tickets for this event are $2 and being Registration forms can be picked up at 6:30 p.m. in the gymnasium at Hyde School, attend. sold at more than 20 local businesses. Pomfret Community School. For more infor- Route 169, Woodstock. There will be a drawing Proceeds from the dinner are going to benefit mation, call the Pomfret Recreation for Red Sox and Connecticut Defenders tick- the confirmation class and altar servers at the Department at (860) 974-1423. ets. To make an appointment, please sign up at THURSDAY parish. the school, call the American Red Cross at 1- MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST will be 800-448-3543 or visit http://www.bloodct.org. May 8 BREAKFAST BUFFET will be held form 7 held from 8 to 11 a.m. at Masonic Lodge, 265 to 10 a.m. at the United Methodist Church, 954 Route 169, South Woodstock. This is an all-you- LADIES’ NIGHT OUT DININER/FASH- Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale. can-eat buffet with eggs, bacon, pancakes, TUESDAY ION SHOW, presented by the Day Kimball Breakfast is $6 for adults and $3 for children. ham, tea breads, pastries, home fries, fresh Hospital Women’s Board, will be held starting For more information, contact Marvin Wilbur fruit and made-to-order omelet stations. All May 6 at 5:30 p.m. at Raceway Restaurant and Golf at (860) 923-2936. mothers will receive a complimentary plant. Club in Thompson. All fashions are provided Breakfast is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages ‘FOOD FOR THOUGHT’ HEALTH SEMI- by Coldwater Creek. There will be door prizes DANIELSON ELKS BIKE RODEO will be 5 to 11, and free for children under 5. Please NAR will be held starting at 7 p.m. at the and a raffle. Dinner is $40 per person. Seating held from 10 a.m. to noon in the 13 Center St. call (860) 928-6360 and leave a message to pur- Quinebaug Seventh-Day Adventist Church, is limited and all reservations must be made parking lot across from the Danielson chase tickets or visit http://www.putnam- 768 Quinebaug Road (Route 131), Quinebaug. by April 28. For more information, call Julie Courthouse. Bring bikes and learn safe riding lodge46.org or http://www.putnam46.com for This program will teach nutrition and Ann Dupont at (860) 774-5517. tips. Helmets will be given away while sup- more information. Tickets will be available at lifestyle choices that may help one prevent dis- plies last. For more information, call the lodge the door. eases such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease ‘CONSERVATION EASEMENTS: A at (860) 774-9775. and certain cancers. Food choices also affect WORKSHOP BY THE LAST GREEN VAL- DANIELSON ELKS NINTH ANNUAL one’s risk for degenerative diseases, mental LEY,’ presented by Ruth Cutler, Land Trust PANCAKE AND SAUSAGE BREAKFAST YOUTH FISHING DERBY will be held from processing, mood, memory,behavior and even liaison, will be held starting at 7 p.m. at the will be held from 8 to 11 a.m. at American 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the Pizza King Pond on Ledge risk for dementia. Reservations are required Thompson Public Library/Community Legion Post 67, Route 200 in North Road. Registration for this event will be held and can be made by calling (860) 935-5412. Center. Questions on any and all aspects of Grosvenordale. Breakfast is $5 per person and from 8 to 9 a.m., followed by the derby, which conservation easements will be addressed. all proceeds will benefit both Thompson Girl will be held from 9 until 11:30 a.m. Children BOOK SIGNING BY BRAD DAVIS, This event is free and open to the public. For Scout Troop 5559 and Pomfret Girl Scout ages 4 to 13 are eligible to participate. Prizes Pomfret School’s writer-in-residence, will be more information, call Carolyn Werge at (860) Troop 5517. will be awarded in each age group and a bicy- held from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Olmsted Student 923-1852. cle will be awarded to the child who catches Union. Davis will sign his newly published HEALING CLINIC will be held between 12:20 and 4:30 p.m. at Nia Connecticut Fitness and Day Spa. There will be half-hour sessions OPEN in healing with violet flame, Tibetan energy Thursday healing, reflexology,healing with copper rings and more. Experience different forms of heal- May 1st Pansies • Hanging Pots • Geraniums • Potted Plants • Annual Flowers • Vegetable Plants Directions: From Intersection of 193 & 200 Chase Road at Thompson Center, Take 193 South. Take Vintage Builders • Work Wear • Western Wear GROWERS first left onto Chase Road. We are 6/10th of a mile down on the right. General Contracting Residential & Commercial • Boots & Leather 174 Chase Road • Thompson, CT Tel/Fax 860-923-9926 CUSTOM BUILT HOMES WOOD, VINYL & HARDI Hours: Tues-Sat 10-8 • Sun 10-5 Buy Direct from Grower, Higher Quality at Lower Prices! COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS CEMENT BOARD SIDING Route 44 in Ashford, CT • 860-487-4363 Mon - Fri 10-6 • Sat & Sun 10-5 REMODELING FINISHED BASEMENTS ADDITIONS WINDOWS & DOORS GARAGES KITCHENS - BATHROOMS DECKS WOOD & TILE FLOORING Ed’s Oil No Job Too Big or Small • Free Estimates Lic.#534498 860-208-5349 Insured 105 School Street, Webster, MA We offer monthly pre-payment plans WE OFFER 3 PRE-PAY for the ten-month period of PLANS FOR THE YEAR MAY to FEBRUARY All discounts are off the market price at time of delivery. This is not a lock in Connecticut Fitness You receive a .05¢ per gallon price, it is a guaranteed discount. & Day Spa discount upon each of your deliveries. PLANS: Payments are based on an average price of Level 1 $4.00 a gallon that will be adjusted to the $1200 to $2999, Join us for going market price at time of delivery. you receive .05 per gallon discount. Level 2 Gallons 10 Mo. Pay. Total Cost $3000 to $4499, Zumba! Plan 1 500 $200.00 $2000.00 you receive .075 per gallon discount. 4 Classes Weekly Plan 2 750 $300.00 $3000.00 Level 3 Plan 3 1000 $400.00 $4000.00 $4500 and over, Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, Reggaeton Plan 4 1200 $480.00 $4800.00 you receive .10 per gallon discount. When your account balance gets too low, we Your .05¢ discount per gallon will be taken off the will contact you to renew the amount. If you current market price at time of delivery. Please come choose not to, your price per gallon will revert (Located next door to the Dayville Theater) to the regular price without discount. www.nia-connecticut.com into or call the office to set up an account. 860-779-1303 508-943-8367 [email protected] B8 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, April 25, 2008 VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS Town-to-Town Killingly Villager • Putnam Villager • Thompson Villager • Woodstock Villager CLASSIFIED “Every Home, Every Week” TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL TOLL FREE EMAIL: [email protected] VISIT US ONLINE www.towntotownclassifieds.com 1-800-536-5836 APARTMENT Coffee Table Electric 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 46” x 28” $30 Wheelchair - Jazzy LIQUIDATION For Sale Everything Must Go! 508-248-6505 (2) Carbella’s 1940’s Solid 2002 12x40 Park 6 Shaper Bits Antique Dresser Before 9pm A-1 Condition Men’s Fishing Cherry Trestle Model RV Never used w/factory Furniture $900 coating. 1/2 inch shank. NOT & Mirror Contents of Estate (508)764-4129 Vests (like brand new) on beautiful FOR HAND ROUTER. Couch Men’s Clothing Table lot in campground can be Hutch, lamps, living room, Coast Guard Approved. with hidden leaf and 4 chairs. $185.00 Entertainment Center Pictures dishes, glasses, tables, Size XXL. Never Used. used for a full 6 months (15 Delta Lathe Entertainment Asking $300 or best offer April-15 October every year) clock, stereo, and Paid $150 Call (508)892-1222. Reproducer Patio Set Many Miscellaneous Center Lot is paid for until 2097. Items miscellaneous items, priced Asking $80 For Both Call Don (508)344-9499 Fits 12" & 14" Delta Jessica McClintock Dress low to sell! Oak, Holds Up To A 32” Lathes $450 Size 6 No Reasonable Call (508)764-7193 TV. Bevel-Cut Glass Door Double Grinding 1955 Backpack Wheel 2006 Jazzy Select Lawnmower Offer Refused Front For AV Equipment International Never Used Couch With Storage Drawer. On Floor Stand Motorized Many Miscellaneous Items 508-949-6425 Like New $200 $100 EVERYTHING MUST GO! Excellent Condition. Paid $100 Tractor Wheelchair Call (508)943-7215 Spencer Furniture $600 Model 300 Utility. Has 508-987-0977 Cushman Maple Dining Call Al In great condition. $1900 or Baby Items Room Set Asking $250 loader, with snow blade and best offer. 8’ Fisher Plow Dark Cherry colored crib, (860)974-0674 508-248-3932 dirt bucket. Also has 3 point Antique Dresser 4 Straight Chairs, Call (508)892-1908 Comes with snow foil plow $40. Fisher Price swing, $20. 2 Captain’s Chairs, hitch and torque amplifier. frame form a Ford F-350, Wood With Floral Pattern On Fisher Price take-along Entertainment (2) Tool Boxes Runs good. Asking $3500. 2007 Electric pump control and joystick. Front Of Drawers. Has Two swing, $15. Fisher Price 1 Hutch. Side-Mount, Knaack, $800 or best offer. Wooden Jewelry Boxes soothing motions glider $350 Center 6’x16”x12” 550 Gallon Fuel Scooter Bike Attached To The Top, Call Joe @ (new) paid $80, asking $60. 860-774-8479 Solid Oak Wood, Custom $100 For Both Tank Brand new, asking $850. Also Has An Oval Mirror Girls clothing; newborn-5T. Made. Custom Side Door 1978 Cub Cadet Lawn (774)245-1400 or Attached To The White & Small Cast-Iron Heavy gage, $325. (508)892-1773 (860)230-6824 Country Dining For Tapes, Excellent Tractor Black Marble Top. Condition. 62” Wide, Can Wood Stove Hand Pump with mower deck, hydrostat Very Good Condition Room Table Ideal For Workshop $125 8’ Fisher Plow Fit Up To A 30” TV asking $900. 110v, $850 Baldwin 6 chairs and 2 piece hutch, $250 Firm Or Garage ArcWelder Old stlye off 1995 F-250. $50 Call (860)429-6632 Frame & Hydraulics included. Mini-Grand $450. Ask For Bob used in good condition, $50. Double Window Call (860)974-2686 860-923-9317 1995 Lincoln Call (508)987-5836 $750 or best offer. New, Vetter High Pro 4 Digital Piano 508-963-0714 Call Jeff @ With Screens. Top Quality. Crib and Changing * I Buy * Town Car (978)857-0305 ESTATE/MOVING 2008 Youth Easton Measures 76”Long Excellent Condition Table Set Children’s Gently Runs good, a lot of new Stealth CNT ‘89 Sno Scoot 61”High $1,800 or best offer SALE Used Clothes, parts in front end new $650 OBO Pali, Italian White All Contents To Be Sold! suspension in rear. $800 Baseball Bat $1800. Mint. Electric start. Crib turns into toddler bed, 5 Toys, Strollers, firm. Also a garage floor ‘89 Sno Scoot, $1400. ‘83 Dining Room Set years old. In excellent Fine Cherry Furniture In 30”/21 oz. -9 Marine Hemi Like-New Condition. Highchairs, And More. jack, $800. Never Used, Paid $250 Honda 250R, $700. ‘93 Engine High Quality. Table has condition. $350 for both. Honda XR80, $600. Call (508)987-0480 Spindle Bedroom Set w/ WE PAY CASH! Call (508)797-7361 Will Take $150 1959 With Latham Blower beautifully carved top Pediment On Headboard. Call Please leave a message at And Four Carburetors with pads. Chairs are Dresser w/ Mirror 1996 Tigershark Oriental Rug (860)315-7048 413-245-4594 In Great Condition, 5’3” x $8000 OBO highback with Custom Built Chest & Nightstand 774-200-4927 Two-Seat Jetski 7’8”. Black, Burgundy, All Nighter cushioned seats. Entertainment Corner Curio Cabinet & Trailer Gold & Green. $40 Honda Goldwing Excellent condition Entertainment Center * Wanted * Wood Stove Motorcycle Seat $800 or best offer Unit $1275 Call 508-234-2647 White Oak and African (2) Cherry End This Is A High Efficiency Black, Other Accessories Tables (Drop-Leaf) CRAFTERS Andersen 3-Panel Middle Airtight Iron Stove, Mahogany, natural finish, With Children’s Items 26 Inch Yardman Available 860-428-1014 7ft. high x 8 1/2ft long. Coffee Table Swing Patio Door. New. Excellent Condition. $150 (Queen Anne Legs) For Consignment In $550 2-Stage Wood Length 18-22” Open bookshelves on ends New Children’s Store $1000, Includes Extras Bin of Infant/ and area for components Dark Wood Kitchen 5-Phone Executone Office Snowblower Call 508-259-8805 behind doors in center & Dining Set Telephone System 860-928-7883 Toddler Toys Please Call 9HP, Excellent Condition. Antique Kitchen section. Like new Table Has Two Leaves, 413-245-4594 $450 $465 Americana Over 20 items. $10 for condition. Comtemorary 4 Chairs w/ Pads 6-Outlet NetworkPro 508-275-9359 Coal-Burning everything. style. Asking $2500. Other Furniture Pieces **Roland** (508)885-5093 Photo’s available. U.P.S., $100 Electric Stove Stove (2) Television Sets **VS880** New 17” Compaq Monitor. 26” Sanyo Color TV & Fenway Grand Model 208, Call (508)347-9202 One Is 27” w/ VCR & Stand Excellent working condition. Brand New 2007 Digital Recorder. Sealed Box, $50 Gibson Circa 1920, Boston Stove evenings Outdoor Bistro Set Mint Condition $100 or best offer. Foundry Company. Oven, Six 55 Gallon Fish Silverware Set Antique Stainless-Steel Call (860)923-2892 $500.00 Milkcan, $25 Refrigerator Burners, Two Shelves Above. Cut Glassware, Wall Decor $25 each Very Good Condition. Tank Customized Quilts, Steiffel Brass Lamps 508-949-8343 Dudley New Tennis Court Net $50 4 Snow Tires and or $40 for both or make Asking $700 With pine cabinet stand. Table Runners or Maple Twin Bed Antique Singer Sewing 1 Spare Tire an offer. 508-234-4412 Includes state of the art Wall Hangings Machine, $50 Magnum 350 filter, plus Items Can Be Viewed *REDUCED* Used one season, size 860-412-0127 many extras. Fresh water, By Appointment Call Weekdays After 6pm For Sale Bassett 3 Drawer IBM Selectric Typewriter 175/65R14. $100 for all 5. Antique heated. Must see!! $900. Quilts and tables runners for any (774)239-0083 & Table, $100 Kenmore 80 Series Call (413)245-7518 occasion, for sale. (508)943-3711 (After 6pm) Baby Changing Heavy Anderson Victorian ~make great gifts~ Table/Dresser 508-461-9097 Duty Super Capacity Plus Windows Mirrored Bronco Call Carole (860)923-7407 Extang Trifecta with matching 4 drawer washer New therm. 1 double hung, Tonneau Cover dresser, vinier top and sides, 19th CENTURY Excellent condition. $75.00. R.O. 30”x32” $50. Gallery Convertible Top Dark Wood Curio Fits 86-96, $350/BO. 55” Wide x 77” Tall, Fits ‘06 Ford F150 crew cab all wood drawer and dove tail STAFFORDSHIRE Call (413)245-3936 Casement-R.O. 283”x48” From England with 5 1/2 ft. bed. Like new, grip, maple wood. Medium Comforter Dogs, $50. 1 34”x34” 11OV Upper section has Zenith 27” 18” Deep Console swivel base, with $275. brown color. $180. Cottages, Historical 4x8 Open Trailer Commercial-Residential. columns and carvings. Glass Doors On Top, With Call (508)987-0859 Call (508)765-5919 Newly done over. Asking Louvers fan. Excellent 2 candelabra shelves, VCR, $150/BO. Three Drawers Below. Figures And More! $525. condition, $100. 1 Sears Best (508)867-6706 Call 860-774-2459 7 drawerfronts with burl $500 1 HP Pool Pump Call (508)885-5560 water pump. 110-220V. inlay. 74” H x 23” D x 63” Fischer Spinnet $50 2 Aluminum Excellent cond. $65.00. W (surface area 63” x Business Items Highchair Piano 5 Piece Henry Call (860)774-7167 22”) appraised at $2200 $50 With bench. Very good 413-245-4587 Diving Tanks asking $1495. Cash register with scanner Link All Weather and credit card machine. White Crib condition, 55”Lx25”Wx41”H. 80 C.F., $95 each. Antique Bedroom $750. 10” Table Saw Call (508)523-6616 Call (774)230-1763 Large/small bag holders. Mattress Included $300 Wicker Furniture Set or for photo, email Sign Stand. Approximately Ivory dresser $85. Radial arm saw, $75. 10 White, couch, 2 club chairs, 508-885-2866 ton Port-a-Power, 5 pistons 2 Couches $1200. Old mirrored [email protected] 400 assorted plastic tags for w/mirror, porcelain knobs, 7 ottoman, coffee table w/glass dressers, $85. New pre-hung pricing items. $600 or best drawers, 56”Lx19”Wx72”H. 2 jaws. $100. Scroll saw, 85” Long, Like New. top. sunbrella fabric on $50. 2 tub soap stone sink. exterior door, $80. Three offer. Call (860)774-3309 Matching chest With Throw Pillows. cushions. Good condition. Designer 4 drawers, Call Bob (860)928-6867 $250 (Both) new pre-hung interior doors, $500. Good condition. $70. Three new pre-hung Antique Wedding Campground Wedding 32”Lx19”Wx43”H, $250. Will 17” Rims 4 Subaru WRX Wheels $500/BO interior doors, $60 per. Three Gown email pictures. Like New! Tires Included Call (860)974-0481 new skylights, still boxed, Membership Call (508)476-1859 2 sets of 17” rims with tires with attached train. Fits size Dress low miles paid over $1,000 (P205 55 R16) $90 per. Sold oak youth Sturbridge, MA $350 For Set 55 Gallon bed/dresser, $175. 6/7. Excellent condition. Outdoor World/ Fishing Rods each set. Asking $650 fpr $200. Call (860)935-0116 Never Worn! each set or $1200 for both 508-248-5531 Aquarium (860)774-1950 or Privileged Access L.P. Christina Wu Strapless Abu Garcia sets. Also selling a Treadmill, Custom built maple stand (860)933-3694, Ask for Deeded Gown with train. Size 8. Never Used - 6 Surfcasters asking $200. 2 Desks with hood, brass Harry Brand-New $11,000/OBO Purchased at Kleinfelds (1) Barra/Snapper NYC. Elegant beading Call Bob for info. First-Light Oak computer hardware, and raised Automatic Scrubbing 203-938-6922 Heavy Action (508)410-9693 or paneled doors. Comes with Broyhill Pecan Power-Head with organza & silk/satin (1) Commodore - desk, 3 drawers 50 material. $700. (860)923-5792 1/2Lx27Wx30H. Excellent heater, gravel and light. Dining Room Set $500 Carbon Composite condition. $190. Second $500 or best offer. Call (508)949-2528 (2) Custom Rod 15kg 53” Panasonic Call (508)234-2227 Table w/2 inserts, 6 chairs, Reconditioned Prop Chairs (2) Corfish 15-30lbs Scandanacian design office 2-piece hutch, server, $500. desk. Drawers 19” Pitch, Fits ALL BEST OFFER The Lot For $150 HD TV Bridal Gown Living Room Set Merc Cruisers Dirt Bike Evenings 508-949-8343 $800 50Lx24Wx30H. Good for 2 Patio Loungers kids or craft table. $35. Size 10, never worn. $350. 5-piece sectional w/reclining $85 4 Office Chairs 2003 RM65 Suzuki 860-564-6658 Call (860)974-3843 Call (413)245-4128 ends, $375. Great condition, asking Fitness Equipment Call (860)779-7104 508-826-2029 1 Kennedy Rocker $1200. 1 Swivel Office Desk Chair For Sale Call (774)696-3360 Life Fitness Treadmill Call (508)461-9477 9100HR Dishwasher $500 Town-to-Town Cherry Dining Brand new, never used. Contains garbage disposal. Stairmaster PT 4000 Room Table $200. $500 With 2 leaves, 4 side chairs Call (860)779-3638 This Is Commercial and 2 captains chairs. Fitness Equipment At A CLASSIFIEDS Only $500. Duncan Phyfe Fraction Of New Pricing! Cherry TV Armoire 860-315-0205 HOME TOWN SERVICE, BIG TIME RESULTS Only $300. Mahogany Dining Must be seen to appreciate. Room Set Four Drawer Dresser TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL TOLL FREE OR EMAIL YOUR AD TO US Prices are negotiable. 60” Double Pedestal, With Hutch Top And (508)864-1092 5 Chairs, 12“ Leaf. Matching 6 Drawer Bureau. [email protected] Original Tapestry. Reach Every Home in Cherry Triple $100. Appx 1940’s 860-779-1632 Northeast Connecticut Dresser $500 OBO After 6pm 1-800-536-5836 508-867-8674 for One Low Price! $200 Cherry Daybed With Fully Restored RATES: Your Ad Will Appear In All Duncan Phyfe Twin Mattress Mahogany Drop Victorian “Guaranteed to Sell” - We will run your ad Four Villager Newspapers $300 Loveseat; $ UTNAM ILLAGER Blonde Dropleaf Table Leaf Table $1500. Crate & Barrel until you sell your item! P V With 2 Chairs 31”x42” with leaves down Loveseat; $950. Victorian $200 32”x60” leaves up. Extension bureau, carved pulls; $350. - Ad runs in all 4 papers until you call us...w/up to 30 words - 20 leaf 24” wide. Can sit 12. Will HOMPSON ILLAGER (2) Cherry Cabinets With Pair soapstone lamps; $60. T V email picture. $200. Blue mirror Deco end-tables; Swivel Top Call (508)347-6427 $75 each. $ .00 $50 Each “All other” Classifieds - (RUNS IN ALL 4 PAPERS!) 1 Week 14 WOODSTOCK VILLAGER (860)923-9056 $ .00 5-Drawer Bureau Electric Dryer Business ads, Help Wanted, Announcements, 2 Weeks 22 $50 Used 6 months, $100. Furniture Washer used holds x-large Real Estate, Animals, etc. 4 Weeks $38.00 KILLINGLY VILLAGER 860-974-2881 Beautiful Mint Condition loads, $50. Solid oak kitchen Merlot-Finished Dining table, 5 chairs, 2 leafs, $100 * All rates above are for up to 30 words - Ad will run in all four newspapers - The Killingly Villager,The Putnam Villager,Thompson Villager and Woodstock Villager. Chickering or best offer. Good condition Room Set And China wrought iron & glass coffee Cabinet. To use this coupon, simply write your ad below: Spinet Piano table & end tables inlay Queen/Full Sized Penn Supply credit card info or check, or WE WILL BE HAPPY TO BILL YOU LATER! Baby Grand & w/stone, very nice, $50. Plus Master Bedroom Set. Apartment size freezer, $50. Includes Men’s Dresser Write Your Ad Here (or attach copy) Bench Works well. & Woman’s $700. 1993 Chevrolet Call (508)340-2098 ______Camaro; 21,270 miles, all Dresser/Vanity. ______original, $5000. Electric La-Z-Boy Prices Negotiable! ______Call (508)765-9316 leave Recliner/Lift Chair Both Items Must Go! ______message Country Blue, 413-531-1654 ______Excellent Condition. Ad Will Run In: Putnam Villager, Thompson Villager, Woodstock Villager & Killingly Villager Clawfoot Tub $675 Furniture For 508-867-9317 Name: ______$400 Sale 508-867-9566 Address: ______Entertainment Cherry armoire, $250 or b/o, Town:______Zip:______Phone: ______Cherry stackable bookcase, Clawfoot Tub Center $75. Buttercream contempo- Email (Optional) ______With ornate feet, in very Corner unit holds 32” TV. rary sectional couch (very Mail or Fax to: Villager Newpapers-Town-To-Town Classifieds, 25 Elm Street, Southbridge, MA 01550 (Fax 508-764-7645) good original condition, Excellent condition. $500. different) $600 or b/o. Or email your ad to us at: [email protected] or call toll-free 1-800-536-5836 fixtures included, $350. Call (860)963-7880 after Please call Call (860)779-3785ar 5:30pm or leave message (508)344-3349 VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ Friday, April 25, 2008 B9

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Dental Assistant School Garage Door Large Double Color Printer, Copier, Opener Stainless-Steel Miscellaneous Scanner. Never Used. $100 120 Stafford Street Suite #201, Worcester, MA New Lift-Master 1/2 Home Stereo Sink Items Hewlett/Packard Color www.nedentalschool.org horsepower motor in box. w/Faucet & Sprayer Copier/Printer/Fax $245-will install. Equipment 43” x 22” Broyhill Shaker Pine Brand New In Box $100 Call Now For More Information Call (508)615-8393 for Sale $150 Entertainment Center Konica Minolta 5MP Ask About Our Upcoming Open House! w/doors Multi-Function Gas & Gas Heating Excellent condition. Christmas China Camera w/Video. 2 Klipsch RF-5 floor Fits 36” Or Smaller Rarely Used $150 and Cooking Stove $10 TV/DVD/Stereo standing speakers. Zyron Wish Blade For White, very clean. Will Yamaha RX-595 receiver, $300.00 o.b.o. deliver. $500 or best offer. 508-735-9493 Scrapbooking 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE Yamaha CDC-755 5 disc Brand New In Box $400 Call (860)963-7313 cd changer, Sony RDC-W Breyer Model Horses CD-R/RW, 4 component Older, For Collector Inversion Table Rosetta Stone Spa Wedding Party GE/RCA stereo cabinet. All Large Oak Center (860)774-3309 Brand New In Box $400 Level 1 - German 4-6 Person, Runs Great Washing Machine components Black. *Glass Desk Tony Little Rock’n Roll Language Instruction $1000 Ensemble- breaking power with Modine Forced Hot Software. $100 OBO Super Capacity Chair set 48” wide 30” high Stepper Maytag Washer superb sound quality. 22” deep, 2 file drawers, Brand New In Box $50 860-974-9811 Never Worn New Belt Pictures emailed on Air Furnace Runs Like New, $25 Mori Lee 3600 assorted drawer chairs is 26” 170,000 BTU. Excellent Call 508-764-6398 Also, Toddler Toys & request. Best x 20” $300. Schwinn Electric Baby Stuff Champagne/Rhinestone- offer over $600. condition. Set up for natural For Information. Claret trim-Size 8 w/slip + Other Items Call (508)434-2702 gas. $600 or best offer. Ask For Deb Scooter Nothing Over $20 cups-$500/BO. (508)868-1619 Changing Table, Pack & 860-923-9131 Large Sunsetter Call (860)774-3771 Needs new battery, $60. Air Veil-$75/BO hockey table, $50. Play, Etc. Tiara-$150/BO Awning Mother-of-the-Bride Paddleboats 6 Bridesmaid Dresses-Raylia Generator 5K For Sale Flute with case, $250. Upright Freezer Hot Tub 20’x10’ With Two Covers Gown (508)764-6560 13 cu. ft. $50 5307-Red w/Silver F/L-strap- Watts! ‘07 model; 6 person, 32 jets, (1 New, 1 Used, Sky Blue). Deep purple, size 24, Unique, Pirate Ship less-shawls-$150 or BO. 2-20 Amp/110V or 1-220V all options. New still in Also: Full Screenroom. Absolutely beautiful. $100. Shaped Paddleboats. Sewing Machine 860-935-0003 Sizes 2-18. Call for details. outlets, only run 7 hours, wrapper. Cost $7000 sell for Paid $1700 (Two Years Old) (860)774-0464 Suitable For Everyone! 1979 SeaStar Boat 16ft $3800. and Serger Cabinet just serviced, runs great. Asking $1000 OBO Lots Of Fun! $175 or best offer. Maple Speedaire Air Tri-Haul 50HP Mercury. Asking $550. Call (860)727-9151 Call Paul Moving Sale See Boats On twin bed, with box spring, $500 or BO. Call (508)347-2960 508-248-9685 2 couch and chair sets, $300 www.adventureglass.com $165/BO. Lay-Z-Boy Maroon Compressors 6x10 ft utility trailer Hot Tub 508-843-4502 (Cell/Days) each. Miscellaneous bed- Asking $2000 Each swivel recliner $200/BO. 3 ph 30 & 80 gallon. Onan $300/BO. Generator ‘07 model; 6 person, 32 jets, room furniture, best Or Best Offer Duvet covers; other chairs. Generators 5k W. Scale 1k Make an offer MQ Multi Quip 6000. Used with all options. Waterfall, Lazy Boy offer. Call All very good condition. lbs. Best offer on all listings. only once, 3600 RMPs. Call (860)974-3582 or aroma-therapy, lighting, with Recliner/Rocker Call (774)766-0359 860-208-9224 (860)963-9036 Call (508)347-1223 (508)612-7601 Asking $650. cover, full warranty. Brand Call (508)476-3579 Large, comfortable, tan MOVING! MUST SELL Will Deliver Leave message new in wrapper. Cost $7000, colored. Gently used for two Shopsmith Saw Spinet Piano and sell for $3800. 2006 Model years. Includes owner’s Pepsi-Cola Cooler With Attachments Geriatric Chair Call (860)244-9544 manual and arm covers. Hot Tub For Sale Bench Double Sliding Doors. $800. Country Blue plaid Weider Pro 240 On casters with push bar and Household Items Downsizing. $275 or best Never Been Out Of Its 6’7” Tall, 3’8” Wide. Includes Wood Lathe, feeding tray. Foot rest, very offer. Original Package. loveseat and chair. $450. Weight Bench Recently Been Drill Press, Table Saw, Wilson ladies clubs, bag, sturdy, like new, $100. $15 Each Call (860)774-7194 Includes Covering. And Converts To Sander. With Exercera Vinyl Call (860)774-0525 22 Inch Black & Decker Asking $5000 OBO Refurbished. cart, $200. All excellent Barbell Set (150#) Electric Hedge Trimmer. $400 Or Best Offer Asking $500 condition. Will consider Lazy Boy Sofa Contact Carol Or Gary 860-617-0182 reasonable offers. Brand New In Boxes Gibson 14.5cu.ft. Kodak Advantix F300 Solid Sage Green, three Call Ed. w/Built-In Flash - 35mm. Anytime 774-402-1337 Call (508)867-8532 $75 Heavy Duty cushion, excellent conditon, Serious Inquiries Only 508-754-3900 Smith Power Rack Call (860)923-3833 Schwinn Black standard size 7’. $600. 508-612-9462 Commercial Chest 10-Speed, Like New. You’re Responsible For Weight Lifting Stake Body Bed Dalbello Ski Boots, Call (860)963-7880 leave Hauling It Away Freezer message or call after Pfaltzgraff For Pickup Welding Cable $250 OBO Like New, Women’s Size 6. System Call Evenings 508-949-8343 5:30pm Murray Select Gold "Village" Pattern. with bench and Olympic set. With Roll Bar New. 1/0. $2 per foot. Excellent Condition $150 Call (860)935-9193 508-922-0121 Lift Chair Riding Table setting for 8 plus $250. Jackie Kennedy Lawn Tractor extras. Casserole, platter, Call (860)779-3619 508-867-6460 Girls Twin New, Hardly Used. mixing bowls, soup White Wedding Doll $400 42” Cut, 14.5HP Briggs & tureen, cookie jar, and Snow Tires Canopy Bed In original box by Franklin Home Health Stratton Engine. Double Rear more. 75 pieces all very 4 P225-60-R17. Tires like Stamp Set Gown Mint. Includes accessories, Care Equipment Leaf-Bag Attachment. new, winter ‘07. $300 or best With mattress and display case and stand. Excellent Condition. good condition. Issued by the country of Never Worn boxspring. Color is white CHEAP! $100. offer. Sierra Leone. This is the Certificates of authenticity. Asking $600 Call (508)234-7930 Size 8, long sleeves beaded with pink flowers on Selling for $150 or best offer. Call For Information Will Deliver If Necessary 508-347-7654 exploration of Mars set. 16 headboard. Good condition. years ago the country made and lace. Terra mid length Asking $200. Call (860)774-7194 860-315-7237 508-892-1816 Solid Mahogany only 3000 sets. $750/BO vale, cathedral vale, slip. Paid Piano $1400 for all, asking $800 or Call (860)974-2055 Jenn-Air Dining Room Set Call John (860)774-5877 LIKE NEW New Diamond Baldwin Spinnet With best offer. Call Goodyear Gas Stove Bench. Good Condition. Pre-1940’s Toshiba Satellite (508)-365-8528 INSTRUMENT Ring $950 Table w/Leaf Great Condition, Size 5 1/2 white gold, .80 Wrangler w/Silent Almost New. Vito Tenor Saxophone (extends to 72”) A215-S4757 Paid $900 carat total (1/2 carat center Wm. Knabe Baby Armor $250 stone plus 6 small Sauna One-armed chair, Notebook 305-75-16, 80% tread. $400 860-933-6369 Will sell for $600 Finnleo, Portable, Comes Five side chairs. AMD Turion 64x2, 2GB Ram, Grand Piano diamonds) paid $1500. With Bench, Good Condition. for set of 4. 860-933-6713 Call 508-885-1050 Asking $1000. In 2 Pieces. Perfect Buffet 15.4” WXGA LCD, 250GB Also 1979 Chevy K10 62”Wx36”Tx17.5”D HD, Vista Home Premium, Any Reasonable Offer. Call (860)928-4661 or For Two. Assembles Buyer Must Move! rebuilt motor, daily John Deere 175 (860)234-3128 In Minutes. Simply China Cabinet Dual-Layer Lightscribe driver. $2,100. Lawn Tractor, Like New! Plugs Into Standard 44”Wx72”Tx15.5”D DVDRW, WI-FI, Webcam & Monitor 38 Cast-Iron Call Dan (860)963-0525 New Snap-On Household Outlet. Mic, New in Box, Warranty, Cart & Plow Large Two-Level Light All pieces in excellent $675. Wood Stove Oak Coffee Table Harley Davidson $500 condition - pictures (508)476-1859 Holds 32 Inch Logs “Gould” $400. 3 humongous, Top Or Side Feed. insulated dog houses, $500. $125 Collectors Edition 508-347-5725 available through Water Pressure the internet. Best Reasonable Offer each. Delonghi toaster Good Condition Toolbox TV and Surround Booster Pump oven/broiler, Alfredo Elite, Piano Will sell complete set for 860-774-3013 3/4 HP w/220 volt 3-phase never used. New, $100, 8’ x 11’ Karastan Black and chrome with System Harley logos & flames. 5, H x Whitney upright with bench. $1,850.00 variable speed controller, Asking $70. Oriental Rug Needs to be refinished. $400 32” Sony Trinitron TV $350. $600. New Fringe & 3, W 12 drawers. Must be 860-935-5981 Extended warranty good until Wooden Call (860)923-9056 seen. $4000 firm. or best offer. Dinette Set Professionally Cleaned Call (508)278-6501 5/31/09. Quilt Frame John Deere $350 Contact Dale Surround system Seating for four w/glass top (508)943-8692 after 6pm. Solid Maple including dvd player $400. 3 Rail System - Folds and three bar stools. $500. Snowthrower Call Rich Player Piano Call (508)943-0089 Down. 2 Swing Arm For LX And GT Series Cabinet Lamps Included Call Matt at 508-826-2029 New Woodmaster With 400 rolls. Located on By American Woodmark (774)535-1799 Lawn & Garden Tractors. Planer/Molder first floor. $1200. (Matching pieces available TV Cabinet Quilting Area Is 18” x 72” 42 Inch, Living Room Couch With 18” Drum Sander Call (508)867-2739 through Home Depot) For Photos, And Matching Chair With TV Use This URL: Grandfather Clock Used Once(Honest!) Attachment. 5HP Motor. Like new, $100 or Oak Cabinet, 36” TV Walnut, Winchester chime, Includes Chains, Weights, Floral Design Fabric Weighs 420lbs. Pool Table best offer. Which Fits In Cabinet www.flickr.com/photos/ $200. And Operator’s Manual $150 8’, 3/4” Slate Brunswick, Call (508)987-2702 $650 For Both mlm7154/sets Also, 120A, 2HP, Shop Call 860-963-7932 Designers Mother-of-the- $1500 413-245-9001 Drop Pockets. Bride Gown Fox Vacuum With All 508-450-1054 774-745-0242 $3700 New. Solid Oak Size 8, Pewter color with Email For Pictures Or Living Room Set Attachments, Hooks Up Sell For $2250 Twin Loft Bed Wurlitzer Player elegant beading, matching Questions 90” Sofa To All Three. Contemporary jacket paid $700, 860-887-5933 By Broyhill Piano asking $250. [email protected] Love Seat Mint Condition. Style Desk Built In Desk, With Light. Oriental Rug Studio model. Excellent Call (508)885-4303 Kayak Roof Racks Books/Manuals Included Portable Air Simple Lines, 30” x 60”. 7 Drawers & Bookshelves. condition. (Machine-Made) Asking $3500 OBO $200 OBO $225 Call (508)764-7601 Grooming made by Yakima, over $300 2 Matching End-Tables Conditioner Please Call For More Details 860-779-2664 new, sell for $175. Call John 9000 BTU 508-446-3967 Equipment (2) 8” and (2) 12” Take The Whole Set For 508-949-1051 Can Be Moved From Unique Bar XBOX 360 1 Romani Grand Daddy Dryer Trailer Tires $1000 Or Best Offer Room To Room. 1 Romani Clipper Vac on 4 lug wheels, $15 & $20 Oak Bedroom Set Solid Oak Set Solid Oak with lighted Premium each tire. 508-867-9650 Excellent Condition, 48” round table w/18” stained glass canopy, brass 20GB hard drive 2 wireless (B&B Model) Queen bed and mattress, Used Very Little. 1 42 Inch Hydraulic (508)248-6783 Local History hutch, nightstand and extension, 66x48” oval, 4 top and foot rail, 2 chairs, controllers, 1 wireless Grooming Table dresser with mirror. All in Bought at Sears For $499. matching chairs w/cloth 72” high, 64” wide, 22” deep. headset, 2 games, (Skate & 1 Hydro Surge Bather Keyboard Book excellent condition. Mattress Asking $150 seats, a corner hutch $1200 or BO. Halo). Excellent condition, 2 Call 860-923-9964 26”Dx44”x78”H, $1500/BO Call (508)450-5836 month old. Asking $450 Asking $2500 For All Stand, Case and (1) Bowen’s History brand new. $1300 or BO. 508-987-2419 Mahogany TV and Electronic Piano for all. Chair Genealogy Woodstock Pub/Bar Set Upright Freezer Call (508)278-3317 Families Video Stand Casio Model# CTK1000 New, never been used. Top Mahogany Braided Edge w/stand, $250/BO. Appx. 14 cu. ft., In Nice Volume 6, 1935, Author $50. Hand Carved of the line. Bought at Brand New Table With Center Wine Call (860)974-0236 Shape. Yamaha PSR 195 Gordon’s Music last fall. Paid Signed/Numbered $100 OBO over $600 will sell for $325 Entertainment Center Rack. Includes Two Electric keyboard with Benches $135 Solid Teak speakers. Excellent firm. Black chrome and glass Barstool Chairs, 8’ Fiberglass Unique, rustic benches. Please contact Call Dave asking $500 or BO. Beautifully Designed, Dining Table condition, in carrying case. Great for yards, patios (508)450-7150 860-774-1203 Call (860)377-7549 or Fabric Still Covered In Truck Cap $150 Or Best Offer and etc.. Rich natural color, oval with Call (508)234-8038 860-774-2949 (860)928-1135 Plastic, Brand New. slatted top, trestle base, Front & Side Sliding Different styles and sizes. Kimball Piano Windows, Locking before 6pm Starting at $150. Asking $400 43”x70” with 30” drop Machinist Tools Oak Entertainment Please Call extension leaf. Unique heavy Rear Door. Like New! Call 508-892-3158 With Bench Good Condition Tool chest, also other odds Center 508-987-2798 construction. Only $495 $400 and ends. 60” W x 73” H, $200. Only $700 OBO. 860-928-3181 100 GENERAL Call (508)234-8034 Natural Wood Kitchen Table Radio/Control Air Call (860)774-0624 Harvey New 508-765-0548 Construction Vinyl 36x54 with 6 cushioned Planes Sony 50” XBR Used Computer Medium/Dark chairs, $200. 107 MISC. FREE Window King Size Mattress Brass Fireplace Doors (3) Ready to fly with Futaba Equipment Oak Bedroom Set transmitters and 4 cycle Projection TV DH-PW-DH 20-5050-20 R.O. and Box Spring fit approximately 28x34, $1100 or best offer. HP Printer Deskjet 932C Large dresser with shelved $100. engines. Loads of misc. flight 9’-2 3/4”x 5’-5 1/2” White Pristine condition. mirror, 68x72x19 (including Lane 2 piece sectional Gateway Keyboard FREE WOOD w/low-E glass and grids. Call (508)943-1477 & building equipment. Call (860)974-3638 mirror). Armoire bureau Former member of Neds R/C with recliner, $1000 or HP Scanjet Scanner New with wrong size. Paid 40x55x19, nightstand with 2 after 5pm best offer. 5300C Series approximately $690. Kroeger-Gildemeester club. PALLETS drawers 24x24x17. Minimal Call Bob (860)779-6484 Queen size bed Best Offer! You pick up. Monday thru Best offer. topical blemishes, must see. Oak Entertainment with cherry wood Call (508)885-7692 Piano Friday 8am-noon. c/ 1852 Patent, Mahogany. $500. Center frame, $700. Hammond Organ Rascal Turnabout With Drawbars Stonebridge Press $2000 Call (508)949-8856 Oak King Bedroom Set Top of the line. Call (508)347-2764 Hayward D.E. Oak Table And Pedals 25 Optical Drive Featherweight Sewing Memory Foam Very secure and stable. Sound System (located behind Southbridge Extended Cycle Machine (3) Craftmatic Twin Beds $650 Takes It Away! $1400 Hotel & Conference Center) $500 Authentic Desk (508)234-1283 High End Home 508-476-7642 Pool Filter Shredder Self-Priming Pump & Fireplace Screen w/ Therapeutic Theatre With 130 YARD SALES Glass $25. Exercise Bike Recliner Sofa Used Furniture Chlorine Feeder. Computer $50 NASA Mattress Oreck Vacuum & Receiver Inground Pool Ladder Dark green, 85 inches end table, $20; Multi Family Lexmark Copier/ Queen, $399. Brand new in Shampooer Excellent condition Pair McIntosh THX loud Cash only please! & Light Printer/Scanner $50 plastic full warranty. Singer Sewing Machine speakers, McIntosh THX Yard Sale $250 2-Speed Hot Tub Pump $50 $400 or best offer Call (774)922-4004 Call Tom (978)597-3033 And Much More! center speakers, MX (Miller 252 Ashford Road Call 860-774-7346 3 VCR’s $50 Each (860)779-1798 and Kreisel THX 2 Microwaves $20 Each “Merits” 860-974-1396 subwoofer, Yamaha Wedding Dress Eastford, CT HearthStone RX-V3200 Receiver, In sealed box. White with Saturday 4/26 and Call Beverly Power Wheelchair Old Plywood Boat Reese Sliding Sunday 4/27 413-245-4587 remote control. Rarely used. veil, worn once. $200 or Heritage Wood Like new FREE. You take Away. 5th Wheel Hitch Paid $6000, asking $1700. best offer. 9:30-3:30 Stove Call Ken (508)234-3042 Call (508)248-6601 PLUS Scott Flyrod with goose neck attachment, Rain Date: 5/3 Polished Soapstone, Black Hercules 3000 Chair Lift rails all hardware, Signs will be posted matte cast model No. 8020. Large For Van 10 wt. Combo, instructions included. Stair Lift Wood Stove Tioga Reel. Purchased new 7/01. Still in Air Conditioner Cost over $5500.00 $600/bo New England Stair Lift. 12 Large, Air Tight, Cast perfect condition! $1000. Will sell for $2000.00 $200 (Un-Used!) Stihl 038AV Magnum II Steps. About 8 Months Old, Iron. Glacier Bay, Ornate YARD SALE Call (860)928-1101 15,000 BTU Chain Saw Like New. No Longer In-Window Model. Call (860)774-5114 Needed. $2200 Front Doors. Takes Over Saturday, April 26th Penn 6 wt. Flyrod 20 inch bar, home use only. Two-Foot Length Wood. Heating Stoves Only Used Two $100 (Un-Used!) $250/bo 8am-3pm Seasons, Piano 860)774-6539 2008 Toyota Excellent. 1. Woodstove Soapstone and Maghogany, Werlitzer $500 OBO 10 Lakemont Road castiron. 16” logs glass door Still In Great Shape! Call 508-278-6419 Camry Hybrid Webster, MA Too Big For My Spinnet, With Bench. Good Red, Only 500 Miles, like new, $700/BO. Condition. Refinished Chairs Antique Aladdin (Off Lake, Off Eastern) 2. Keystone/Coalstove. Fully Apartment! Sear Craftsman 5HP Natural Or Painted Finish, All-Weather Mats, Rear $850 Lip Spoiler, Mudflaps. Kitchen Cook Stove Lots Of Holiday Craft & automatic, 65,000 BTU, uses $100 Chipper/Shredder Some Decorated. Singles To Complete. Includes Training Books Sets Of Six. $24,000 Household Items. Captain rice coals, 4 days on 50lbs. 508-764-6003 508-987-8885 $250 BO Over $500 2yrs $1,000/BO. Leave Message Very Reasonable! Call For Details Barstools, Golf Items, (860)774-4671 Call After 5pm 508-765-5700 508-764-4493 508-832-0344 860-928-3858 And Much More B10 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, April 25, 2008

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Both Electric Start, or Positions Available For Utilize This 14x70 Reiki Check-our-down-to- Office Open From: Heat Included, Off-Street Reverse, Liquid Cooled. 508-527-3820 Flower Essences Part-Time Seasonal Parking, Laundry On Mobile Home! 2000 Karavan Enclosed Groundskeepers. Experience earth prices first! Monday-Friday Premises, No Pets/Smoking. Large Rooms, Plenty Trailer, Spare Tires, Etc. Feng Shui Helpful, But Will Train. Weekends also! 9:00am to 5:00pm Easy Access To Route 6 Of Open Space. Call For More Details And I-395. 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New Or Repaired for Sale 1963 17-Foot Paper Bags. Experience preferred. Many Restaurants And Client Service Excellence, We Also Do Remodeling Worcester County Memorial Attractions Nearby. Quality, Super Affordable. 3.25 Cubic Feet Assertive, results-oriented Park-Paxton, MA Laurel $4.75 Each (No Limit) person needed to sell (Small Or Large) Mid-Cape - Perfect For With 1988 85HP Always FREE River Mill 2 Lots (#408A) available in Day Trips. advertising to local Need A New Home? the beautiful Garden of Valor Outboard Motor Studio Sessions! Pick Up In businesses. PT or FT. 10% Yes, We Do That Also! 5/16-5/23 $825 West Brookfield Village II. $5,000 for both. 508-234-4137 Fair/Good Condition Limited Time Offer: commission on all sales. Licensed & Insured Call (508)987-0531 Runs Well Rock Valley Farm Call (508)278-3755 for Our Licenses Include: N. Grosvenordale, CT Comes With Trailer SWEET DEAL 508-867-2508 details 576 VACATION Demolition, Plumbing, Very Spacious Studio, $750 WEDDING PACKAGE Septic System Installers, W9, Two Cemetery RESOURCES $200 Discount, DVD 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom (508)397-4994 295 BUILDING SUPPLIES P7, Home Improvement, Slideshow, Hardcover ROUTE DRIVERS And CDL. Apartments Lots Campground Proof Book, Look Great Harvey Windows For Leading Wholesale Worcester County Membership 1980 Grady Wedding Guide, Custom New - Still Wrapped Distributor Call Leonard Zadora ONE MONTH Memorial Park Wedding Album Design Full-Time, No CDL & Sons, LLC In Paxton 14 Resort Style Amenities & White 24’ (2) Big 41 1/2 x 57 Outdoor Recreation Facilities. And $150 Purchase Credit. R.O. Double Hung, Required. Knowledge Of 860-774-1737 FREE RENT With 235 Johnston Motor The MA, CT, RI, NH, VT $900 For Each, Transferable 2 Lifetimes. 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Buff and White. discrimination based on race, Very good condition. $7,900. Call (860)935-5386 Copper $ CASH CASH $ color, religion, sex, handicap, Call 508-885-3689 Brass Paid To You For Your familial status (number of Brookfield BUT, I’M NO Pure Bred Junk Car, Truck, SUV children and or pregnancy), Webster 55 Plus Community. Route 44 $150 Up national origin, ancestry, age, 2000 Mercury marital status, or any Nanatomqua Mobile Puppies (E. Putnam, CT) Call Mike Anytime NORTH VILLAGE Home Park. MECHANIC. Outboard 860-928-7165 intention to make an such Over thirty breeds available. 774-452-4456 preference, limitation or 2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath, 5HP 2 cycle, serviced Health checked/guaranteed. discrimination. This 2 bedroom units Carport, Screen Porch, annually, $300. State licensed. newspaper will not starting at $760!! 1981 15HP Yanmar Marine New Appliances, www.laughlinkennel.com Saunders & knowingly accept any New Roof. Diesel advertising for real estate Heat and hot water FIND ONE WHO KNOWS with marine gear and control Laughlin Kennel $ 508-892-7228 that is in violation of the law. panel, 1600 hours, $1200. Call 508-987-7161 Sons Roofing is included. 774-262-7307 Talk to the owner Our readers are hereby Call (860)974-2577 or directly. I’m on the job from informed that all dwellings Must income qualify. (860)481-0303 advertising in this newspaper Brookfield ON OUR start to finish. Nanatomqua Mobile YOU WON’T Call Bill Toll Free are available on and equal Section 8 Vouchers 2003 Larson opportunity basis. To Accepted. Home Park 1-866-961-ROOF complain about (55 And Over) EASY-TO-USE 18-Foot Bowrider discrimination call The Please call 2 Bedroom with 1-1/2 135HP I/O, With Trailer. New 508-765-0100 Department of Housing and MA Reg # 153955 (508)987-1595 Bath, Living Room, Large ONLINE DIRECTORY In September 2004, Excellent FIND Urban Development “HUD” Kitchen, Laundry Room Condition. Well Maintained, CT Reg # 0609329 toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. ASK ABOUT OUR All local. Garaged. Bow And Cockpit YOUR LOCAL PIZZA PLACE Fully Insured Free Estimates For the N.E. area, call HUD (With 5 Wall Cabinets), Covers, Skiing Accessories. ON JUST ANY SEARCH ENGINE. References Available ad 617-565-5308,. The toll NEW FALL And Door To Back Porch. All the time. $10,900 All local. All the time. *Now Accepting All Major free number for the hearing SPECIALS!!! $87,900 508-949-9123 ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com Credit Cards* impaired is 1-800-927-9275 508-868-4662 ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com ☎ ☎ Friday, April 25, 2008 Aut motiveVILLAGER NEWSPAPERS TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS B11 Suzuki XL7 an Attractive Mid-Size SUV That Hits on All Cylinders, Except Fuel Economy

BY KEITH GRIFFIN he explained, adding that the Insurance It’s a tough decision most people face Institute for Highway as they get older: should they stop Safety has determined driving? It turns out the problem that older drivers are may not be your driving abilities, but more at risk to them- the vehicle you’re driving. AAA, in selves than others. partnership with the University of In a recent survey, Florida’s National Older Driver AAA found that 43 Research and Training Center percent of motorists (NODRTC), has released its Smart over the age of 55 suf- Features for Mature Drivers. fered from at least one It can show you in a handy checklist of nine driving related format what vehicles meet your spe- difficulties commonly cific needs. It covers a fairly broad caused by aging, and range of ailments, but should not be nearly one out of four considered a complete list. Some motorists over 55 plan vehicles are missing from it, but to purchase a vehicle overall it is fairly comprehensive. in the next two years. Persons over age 65 represent the What follows is a list fast growing population segment in of the maladies and the United States, AAA said in a good vehicles to buy news release announcing its new to address those prob- The 2008 Suzuki XL7 is an attractive midsize SUV that could be one of the driving forces behind Suzuki’s growth in the U.S. market. © Suzuki senior driver initiative. According lems based on to the National Highway Traffic research compiled by Sedona, and the Nissan Quest (all range of motion, such as their back, Safety Administration, there were AAA. It has developed a checklist of minivans) are the vehicles that meet neck, shoulder and arms, should more than 37 million people age 65 vehicles that have features that may my stringent requirements. There look for vehicles with tilt and tele- and older in the United States in or may not meet a seniors needs. (It are crossover utility vehicles and scoping steering wheels; large, wide 2006 and 29 million were licensed is available online at AAA.com/sen- SUVs out there, but I don’t think angle mirrors; comfortable seats drivers in 2005. It is estimated that iors.) they are a good idea. By the way, I with lumbar support; heated seats; by 2020 there will be more than 40 MacPherson said the motoring would hesitate before buying a used and adjustable seat belts. million licensed drivers age 65 and organization is not attempting to Quest or Sedona. I have no concerns A lot of vehicles fit the bill, accord- older. recommend one overall vehicle. about new ones because of strong ing to AAA. Among those I can per- As a person ages, physiological “What we’re recommending people warranties. sonally recommend, and cost less changes can affect driving ability, look for are specific features depend- • Drivers with arthritic hands, than $35,000, are the Audi A4, AAA said. Muscle strength, reaction ing on their individual situation,” he painful or stiff fingers or diminished Chrysler 300, Honda Accord, times, range of motion and visual said in a phone interview. fine motor skills would benefit from Hyundai Sonata, Mazda 6 (my pick acuity tend to diminish as part of the I’m going to steer clear of recom- four-door models, thick steering of the bunch), Nissan Altima, Nissan natural aging process. Also, the mending sport utility vehicles, pick- wheels, keyless entry and ignition, Maxima (redesigned for 2009), Saab increased prevalence of health issues up trucks and even crossovers power mirrors and seats and larger 9-3, Toyota Camry, VW Beetle, and such as arthritis, hip and knee joint because I think their size can be a dashboard controls with buttons. Volvo V50. pain or osteoporosis can reduce the problem for older drivers. There are AAA doesn’t explain why four doors ability to safely execute the complex plenty of sedans and minivans out are preferable, but I’ll tell you. The (Questions and comments about this task of driving. there that will meet the needs of doors are smaller and easier to open. review and other automotive concerns People who suffer from any of these older motorists. I’ve also put a cutoff Coupe doors can be heavy and when can be e-mailed to maladies should consider the impact of $35,000. the car is parked on an incline can [email protected]. All queries are they have on their driving. As Jim • Drivers suffering from hip or leg swing back with a mighty thump: answered.) MacPherson, a AAA Allied Group pain, decreased leg strength or limit- causing injury. spokesman, said, “The problem is ed knee range of motion should look The Infiniti G35, Nissan Altima, VITAL STATISTICS there is no line in the sand” when it for vehicles with six-way adjustable Nissan Maxima, Toyota Camry, Wheelbase: 112.4 inches comes to determining if it’s time to power seats and seat heights that Toyota Avalon, and VW Passat are Length: 197.2 inches stop driving. On the positive side, come between the driver’s mid-thigh the cars, according to AAA, that fit Width: 72.2 inches MacPherson added that most senior and lower buttocks. Both of these the bill for all of these needs. All are Height: 112.4 inches drivers are “self limiting.” They rec- features can make it easier for drivers smooth driving vehicles. The Curb weight: 4,049 lbs. ognize their weaknesses and go out to enter and exit a vehicle. Altima’s four-cylinder engine model Engine: 3.6-liter V-6 of their way to accommodate them, AAA says the Honda Odyssey, Kia is great for everyday driving and has Horsepower: 252 the added benefit of better fuel Torque: 243 economy. Unfortunately, the smart EPA estimated key feature for the Camry is only mpg city/highway: 16/22 available on the top-of-the-line V-6 Base price: $21,349 model. Toyota deserves a light slap As-tested price: $27,299 on the wrist for that. Also consider: Chevy Equinox, • Drivers with diminished vision or Toyota RAV 4, Dodge Journey, problems with low contrast sensitiv- GMC Acadia ity will find helpful vehicles with extendable sun visors, large audio and climate controls and displays Auto Review with contrasting text. AAA says the following vehicles meet the requirements: Buick Lucerne, Chevy Cobalt, Chevy Impala, all Hyundai sedans, Pontiac G6, both Saab sedans, the Subaru Legacy, and the Toyota Camry, Avalon, Yaris, and Corolla. My pick of the bunch would be the Saabs because they have a nighttime driv- ing mode that shuts off all extrane- ous lights on the dashboard at night. The interior of the Suzuki XL7 is clean. Power window buttons mounted on the center console take some getting used to, though. It really cuts down on eye fatigue. • Drivers with limited upper body B12 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, April 25, 2008 Aut motive

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Call (860)974-3022 Runs Beautifully. $5000 1996 Oldsmobile 2008 Cadillac STS 2008 GMC 1500 4 Like-New OEM 1961 Rambler 508-845-9237 7,000 lb GVW BMW 7-Series Ambassador Ciera All Wheel Drive, Direct Injection V6 -302HP, 4-door custom 400 top of Navy Blue, good mechanical BOSE Premium Sound w/Navigation, Polished Extended Cab, 4x4, 5.31, V8, Powr Windows, 19-Inch Wheels 2003 Ford condition, a few cosmetic the Rambler line 1961. 17” Alloy Wheels. Loaded w/Cadillac Luxury Locks and Mirrors, Cruise Control, Limited With Brand-New Tires Bought new at Bayer Motors Mustang Mach 1 scratches. Asking $2400. (245-35R 19 93W) And 5- in Dudley. Only made 900 of Azure Blue with Black Call (860)928-2624 Options. Premium White Diamond Paint Slip, Styled Chrome Wheels & Appearance, Lug Bolt Pattern. Wheels these, steal at $3000 firm. leather. 18K miles, like brand Much More! Sell For A $5000 Option Call (508)612-0880 new. Couple after 1998 Plymouth When You Buy A BMW market parts. $17,500. Save $6,500 OFF MSRP $25,999* Our Lowest Price Ever!! Asking $1200 or Call (508)987-8486 Voyager 1975 VW Custom V6 engine, 144K miles, A/C, best offer 1 owner. #84808 #81013 508-943-6151 Safare Camper 2001 Ford Asking $3200. With Porsche Engine Taurus SSE 4 NEW 16” Running, Registered. Please call Power Windows & Locks, CD (508)347-5685 after 5pm Steel Rims 1 Of 100 Left In America! Player & Snow Tires. Looks Asking $7500 Good And Runs Great. And Covers Call 508-753-7761 $4500 $500 Police Original Equipment Off Call (508)949-1223 Of Toyota. Impounds! 1973 VW Type-3 Cars/Trucks From $500! Perfect For Winter Tires Squareback 2000 Ford For listings $90 Each Runs Excellent, Focus ZX2 800-559-4138 ext. 3468 Yes, They Are Flawless Inspected In March. 508-764-9309 2-Door Coupe. Alloy Clear Title Wheels, Air, Sunroof. 1992 Ranger 2007 GMC 1500 4x4 4 Spartan All $2000 78k Miles. Excellent With plow $650. 2007 Cadillac STS 413-214-9133 Condition. Extended Cab SLT, Leather Heated Seates, Season Tires $4800 OBO 1988 Isuzu Trooper All Wheel Drive, BOSE Premium Sound Climate Control, Moonroof, Running Boards, Size 185-65R-15. Used only Call 774-253-7157 5 brand new terrain tires. 10K miles, paid $280, will Antique Black $600. w/Navigation, Polished 17” Alloy Wheels. Bed Liner, Tonneau Cover, Much More! sell $140. . Jaguar 1995 Geo Prizm 1978 MGB Moonroof, Loaded w/Cadillac Luxury Options. Call (508)765-9049 1972 XJ6. Body, paint and after 4:30pm 110K miles, Red, 4 door Good condition Original MSRP $53,598 Original MSRP $40,890 chrome nearly perfect, New sedan, recently, $3800 firm A-1 Condition Michelin pin stripe tires, reconditioned, new starter, spare engine and many spare runs great. Call (860)779-1102 $38,900 $30,890 4 new Yokohama parts. $5000 firm. Moving must sell quick!! #92881 #81750A Save High Speed Rain Call Tom (508)873-2227 $2500 or best offer. 1987 SAAB 900 Save Call (508)341-4434 or Needs some work but runs $10,000 Tires 725 AUTOMOBILES (860)857-4168 well. $500 firm. $14,698 195-50-R15/82V on mint 5 Call (860)928-5116 Over Bolt American Racing 1999 Audi A4 1.8T 2007 Hyundai Over Wheels. Fits Accord, Sentra, 82k Miles. 19” Chrome New Camry, Corolla, Miata, Neon Wheels, Body Kit, Custom Accent GS 2001 Toyota New and many more. Paint, Plus Many Extras. 2 Door Hatchback, Silver, Call Tom ask if they will fit A/C, 41k Miles (Mostly Camry your car. Asking $750 Asking $9,800 Highway). Mint Condition, 5 speed standard, 73,000 (508)873-2227 or best offer Up To 37 MPG. Huge Money miles. Great mileage, reliable, (508)717-9244 Saver, Do The Math. Great good condition. Black with Tires & Rims Commuting Vehicle. tan interior. Cruise, A/C, power pkg. $8,800. Black custom rims and $10,800 Yokohama tires, 16x7, 508-949-2757 Call (860)779-1260 0 DOWN 205/55R16C 1999 Audi $ Visit Us On the Web Sell $275 or best offer. Avant Quatro 2005 Hyundai GLS 2000 Toyota Call (860)974-1043 4 door, Grey, 25K miles, Sign & Drive A6, V6, 4 door wagon, 75K excellent condition. $9980. Camry XLE www.kingcad.com miles. Beautiful car in Call (508)278-4362 Truck Rails excellent condition. Bose Excellent Condition. Black, Chrome Tube For 8’ Bed premium stereo, power Moon Roof. All Rebates to Dealer, Customer Must Qualify for Owner Loyalty. All Taxes, Reg. Conveyance Fees Extra. Great Condition sunroof, all power 2004 Jaguar $8500 $95 For Set features. Have Carfax. Call (774)230-6028 or Holly Carburetors Call (860)974-1970 X Type (508)765-5489 Two New 600 All wheel drive, loaded, low mileage, 23K miles, 2006 Volkswagen WE ARE PROFESSIONAL GRADE Double-Pump. 2005 Buick pristine condition. $200 Each Asking $17,500. Jetta Century Black, fully loaded, leather, 5 GM Chrome New tires, new brake job, Call (508)764-4275 disc CD changer, heated Slotted Wheels Runs excellent. Loaded. seats & mirrors, sunroof, 15”, 5-Lug Bolt Pattern $6,800 1999 Jetta front, side & rear air bags. For Full-Size GM. 774-230-0899 $14,900. $200 Set Of 4 Clean, runs great, 32 m.p.g., Call (508)949-6914 157K miles. Asking $5,000 454 Complete 2002 Buick but will consider all serious GM Block offers. Call or email for LeSabre Custom details. (860)208-9720 With Fuel Injection Low Mileage (46k), Well [email protected] $1200 Maintained, Looks & Runs 508-259-8805 Great. 6 Passengers, Power Everything. Mint! 2002 Lincoln LS 720 CLASSICS $8750 Black/Tan, Leather, 40k, 860-928-5771 Fully Loaded, Chrome 1989 BMW 325i Rims/Grill/Rocker Red convertible new black 1999 Buick Park Panels/Pillars, top new transmission, Brand New Snow Tires, automatic, runs perfect, Ave Extra Set Of 18” Chrome $5500. Call (413)245-4587 Loaded, like new, leather, 122K miles. $4500. Rims with Tires. New Call (508)752-8683 Brakes 1979 Chrysler Sharp Car! Mint! Cordoba 1995 Buick Riveria $13,500 obo 300 model white (new paint), 2 door, clean, pure White, 774-289-9074 new tires, 360 modified to not a mark or scratch on the 1970 standards, red buckets body, Burgundy interior, and console $3000. super charged V8, $3895. 2002 Lincoln Call (508)612-0880 Call (508)612-0880 LS V8 1962 Chrysler 300 1989 Cadalliac ***MUST SELL*** ‘05 Impreza 2.5 RS Sport Wgn. ‘98 Subaru Impreza ‘06 Suzuki Aerio 4 door hard top, (no center Luxury-comfort-style-all-in 5 spd., ABS, Alloys, NICE! Sedan, Awd, 55,105 Mi., Auto, AWD, 23,740 Mi. post) 90% restored, new Deville this Metallic Silver 2002 25896A $13,787 B4882A $6,248 14793A $11,499 paint, perfect red leather Beige, 4 door sedan, 4.5L, Lincoln LS-Loaded with a V8. interior, 383 engine, white front wheel drive, 104K Automatic transmission, A/C, ‘05 Subaru Forester X ‘01 Ford Windstar ‘05 Mercury Gr. Marquis body. $3000. miles, $1500. power heated memory seats, Automatic, Power Windows and Locks, 7 Passenger, Auto, Plenty of room! 23,655 Mi., GS Call (508)612-0880 Call (413)245-7943 power windows, power AM/FM/CD B4931 LR4891A $6,999 20219A $12,899 locks, power mirrors, sunroof, leather interiors, ‘03 Outback Sedan ‘01 Toyota Camry ‘06 Dodge Gr. Caravan 1978 Dodge 1989 Camaro RS Automatic, 32K 350 Auto, T-Tops. alloy wheels, alpine premium Leather, Roof, Auto, 45k Automatic Pickup stereo, six disc CD, air bags B4900 $13,999 B4914 $7,282 LR4911 $12,999 Restoration needs to be Too Many Extras ABS tilt wheel cruise control. $3000 ‘04 Legacy L ‘00 Chevy S-10 4x4 ‘03 Cadillac CTS Sedan finished. Rust free cab, frame This vehicle is in fabulous Leather, Roof, Luxury and brakes all done. My loss condition, must see. If you Wagon, Auto, Roof, 32,642 Mi. 4x4Auto, Reg. Cab, 1985 Merkuer B4942 $13,388 your gain. $350. 5-Speed XRT4 are in the market for a B4926 $14,999 32913A $7,989 Call (508)612-0880 Lincoln LS, don’t pass this ‘03 Honda Odyssey EX Sunroof one! Even and iPod ‘06 Impreza Sedan ‘02 Toyota Corolla $2000 Direct Connection... Auto, P. Winds. & Locks, Cruise, CD Auto, Power Windows, Locks, CD Leather, ABS Traction, Rear Air 1979 Ford T-Bird B4943 $13,787 Yellow outside Dark 1967 GMC $11,495 obo. B4944 $16,999 B4893A $7,999 Mahogany interior no rips or Dump Truck Call 888-457-2333 ‘08 Forester X ‘06 Chrysler PT Cruiser ‘03 Ford Explorer Sport Trac tears on interior, owned by HM7700, V-6, 5-Speed & Auto, 8,329 Mi., Auto, Sporty! XLT, 4x4, Roof, COOL! 87 year old woman has 37K 1981 Mercedes 2-Speed Rear LR4912 $8,272 B4945 $13,999 miles, $2500. Benz 240D SL3553 $18,999 Call (508)612-0880 $2500 ‘03 Saturn ION ‘06 Chrysler 300 Original Owner ‘05 Legacy GT Ltd. (860)428-3478 Sedan, 5 Sp., Roof, Leather, NICE! 5 Speed, Great Fuel Economy Auto, Power Amenities 1973 Green $4,000 LR4877 $14,272 860-774-0587 B4921 $18,999 40290A $8,499 VW Beetle 1997 Chevy ‘07 Outback 2.5i ‘01 Subaru Outback ‘02 Mini Cooper Recent Engine, Leather, Sunroof Blazer 4x4 Wagon, Auto. Wagon, Auto, AWD Good Tires Used Motor Ready To 1963 Mercury 4936 $14,987 Best Offer 2 Available Starting From $19,499 R4906 $8,999 Be Installed. Vehicle Is Comet ‘05 Outback 2.5i LTD ‘01 Subaru Outback Wagon ‘07 Dodge Magnum SXT 413-245-3530 In Good Condition Four door, 260 cubic inch. Sport Wagon, 30,161k Auto, Leather, Sunroof All Wheel Drive NEW PRICE $800 Very low original mileage. LR4876 $14,999 1970 Lincoln Call Anytime Very clean interior. Asking L4925 $19,999 B4906A $8,999 Mark III 774-230-3504 $3,500 or best offer. ‘06 B9 Tribeca ‘03 Subaru Outback Wagon ‘03 Audi A4 Avant Wagon Triple White color, body is Call (860)928-7832 All Wheel Drive Simply Beautiful! Auto, Power Sunroof B4946 $15,999 perfect no rust or rot ever. 1982 Chevy 14142A $9,999 460 engine, a real classic car 1990 Mustang GT B4930 $20,999 for way below national Silverado advertised prices at $4000. $1000 or best offer. Convertible (508)612-0880 1989 Ford Mustang Burgundy paint with Black 2.2 motor, hatchback. top. Runs/sounds great. Just 1966 Mustang Asking $200 or best offer. tuned up. Everything works. 3 Wheeler Ready for Spring/Summer 1971 VW Beetle Year unknown. $200 or cruising. $4500. Call (508)341-3910 best offer. Call Charlie for information Call (774)402-8198 (401)523-5670 B13 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, April 25, 2008 Aut motive

725 AUTOMOBILES 740 MOTORCYCLES 745 RECREATIONAL 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS VEHICLES Corvette 1988 2002 Harley 1997 Coleman Excellent Condition. New Davidson XL 1200 2005 Honda Pop-Up Camper T-Top, Tires & Interior. Dealer serviced, 5000 Over $11k Invested. Rancher 4-wheeler Sleeps 8. Gas Stove, Gas original miles, many Army Green color, extremely Electric Refrigerator, Water Asking $7500 OBO screaming eagle accessories. low mileage, used mostly for Heater, Sink, Dinette Set, Red Black, lots of chrome, a 1-508-943-1128 yard work. Asking $3250 or Outside Shower. Electric “Good People Selling Good Cars... In A Great Community!” 1-508-341-3164 must see @ $6500. best offer. Must sell. Brakes. Canvas In Great Call (860)774-7615 Call (860)779-9756 Shape. Needs Tires & Front Jack Lift. BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET AVEO BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET COBALT El Camino #V8014 #C8012 MUST SELL. Project car. 2002 Harley $3500 OBO MSRP ...... $14,585 $1000 or best offer. XLH 883 Sportster 2004 Honda 508-234-5183 MSRP ...... $10,610 REBATE ...... 500 Call (860)753-1103 After 6pm GM LOYALTY REBATE ...... 1,000 GM LOYALTY REBATE ...... 1,500 9500 Miles, Crash Bars, Foreman KNIGHT DISCOUNT ...... 811 Highway Pegs, Saddle Bags, KNIGHT DISCOUNT ...... 586 Wanted Rubicon 500cc $ $ Passenger Pegs & Pillion, YOUR PRICE.... 8,799 YOUR PRICE . 11,999 Old Camaros Custom Grips. “very low miles and hours” 2003 Condor 1967-1969 including parts, Excellent Condition must sell. baby on the way!!! pieces in any condition. Will Looks & Runs Great. used 25 times tops. $5000 or Motorhome BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX best offer. 28ft, double slide outs. consider other models. Asking $4500 #A8005 #E8002 MSRP ...... $23,355 860-617-7335 Call (860)315-7167 35,000 miles, loaded with all $ Call (860)633-0869 options. No pets and no LEASE FOR 249 FOR 39 MOS. REBATES ...... 1,000 Must Sell 2001 Harley 1998 Kawasaki smoking-bought new and GM LOYALTY REBATE ...... 500 well cared for. Must see. $ KNIGHT DISCOUNT...... 1,856 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT Davidson 750 Xi Sport Jetski Asking $40,000. 0 DOWN* Auto, starter, 42K, fully 1200 Sportster Two seater, new battery and Call (508)949-1463 $ loaded, excellent condition. recently serviced. Excellent YOUR PRICE . 19,999 $11,500. Yellow & Black, condition. Includes trailer Call (508)765-7770 Mint Condition With New and cover. $2500 or best 2005 Fleetwood BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET HHR BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 EX CAB Parts..3000 Miles. #E8005 #T8079 offer. Call (508)234-0252 PaceArrow 37A MSRP ...... $16,835 4X4 MSRP ...... $27,950 SPORTS UTILITY $5600 Motorhome REBATES...... 500 REBATE...... 1,500 VEHICLES 508-892-4495 2006 Polaris GM LOYALTY REBATE ...... 2,000 18K miles, loaded, no GM LOYALTY REBATE ...... 1,000 1993 Ford Bronco Outlaw 500 ATV pets/smokers. Two slide KNIGHT DISCOUNT ...... 736 KNIGHT DISCOUNT...... 2,451 1998 Harley $ Great Shape, 30 Hours Of Use, Great outs, tv’s A/C’s & furnaces. $ YOUR PRICE... 21,999 New Rear Quarters, Paint, Davidson Condition,.Just Like New. Electric awning & levelers, YOUR PRICE . 14,599 Transmission, Rear End, 1200 Sportster 15,500 miles, MUST SELL workhorse 8.1L Vortec w/5 Tires & Brakes. excellent condition, $4500 OBO speed, lots of extras. BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER BRAND NEW 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO $3000 or best offer. registered, many extras! Includes Maintenance Low $90’s. #T8078 MSRP ...... $30,285 #T8075 MSRP ...... $17,365 Call (508)867-6922 $7000 or BO Manual, Chain Lube Plus Oil. Call (508)885-4727 REBATE...... 2,000 REBATE ...... 500 508-764-8754 Call (860)779-1087 GM LOYALTY REBATE ...... 1,500 GM LOYALTY REBATE ...... 1,000 1996 2 door Red 1993 Harley 1999 Hornet KNIGHT DISCOUNT...... 1,786 KNIGHT DISCOUNT ...... 866 4 Wheeler $ $ Davidson FLHS 2003 Suzuki Ozark 250 Travel Trailer YOUR PRICE... 24,999 Chevy Tahoe 27 FT, front bedroom, rear YOUR PRICE... 14,999 push button 4WD automatic, Electra Glide Sport Runs great, new rims full bunks, all appliances work leather interior, power Black, only 33,313 mile, skid plated, $2300. good, sleeps 8, needs roof GM CERTIFIED USED VEHICLES AND MORE everything, 135K/350 V8, excellent condition, some Call (508)764-1435 work, as is. $4000 firm. tow package, CD, cassette, 2004 CHEVY 2004 CHEVY 2004 CHEVY 2004 CHRYSLER extras,. $9500 or best offer. Call (860)942-4880 AVEO MALIBU VENTURE VAN SEBRING LIMITED AM/FM, maintained well. Call Ray (508)987-3783 1982 Winnebago Priced fairly! ONLY 35K MI, A/C, 4 DR SEDAN, #8012A AUTO, PW, PL, CRUISE, A/C, #E8006A 7 PASSENGER, ALL WHEEL DRIVE! #3637P THINK EDITION after 4:00pm Brave RV SPRING! Call (617)943-0288, 27’ Pioneer CONVERTIBLE, #3592P North Brookfield. 1987 Harley Lots Of Good Features. $5500/OBO New Batteries, Starter, Fleetwood Travel Davidson XLH 883 Wiring, and Refrigerator. Trailer 1996 Ford under 20,000 miles, bike Lots Of Storage. Fully loaded, non-smoking, $5,995 $6,899 $10,999 $12,999 looks almost new, many new Sleeps Six. Good Shape extra clean, comes with Bronco XLT parts, female owned, Original Price $5,500 extra’s. A lot of family fun. 2004 CHRYSLER 2004 CHEVY 2007 CHEVY 2008 CHEVY 4x4, 1 owner, no accidents, dependable, a steal PACIFICA IMPALA LT MALIBU LT V6 for $3350. Asking $4000 As Is Call (508)832-5652 SILVERADO EX CAB 2500 HD never smoked in, interior 52K MI, #3621P LOW MILES, #3738P AUTO, 11 K. MI, GM CERTIFIED, #3787P 99%, runs perfect, Leave messaage Call For Details 6.0 ENGINE, #T8032A Green/Grey, brush guard, (860)779-7526, will call (860)774-8333 95 Rockwood needs rear fenders, $3500. back Call (508)949-1525 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS Pop-Up Camper 2005 Honda VT750 Sleeps 6, Excellent 2002 12x40 Park $ $ $ 1998 GMC Jimmy Shadow Spirit Condition. 13,999 $14,999 14,999 15,999 Sport Utility 4D Mint Condition, Low Model RV Asking $2000 2006 CHRYSLER 2006 CHEVY 2005 CHEVY 2007 BUICK V6 Engine, 4WD, Mileage, Always Garaged. (like brand new) on beautiful Craftsman Mig Welder TOWN & COUNTRY EXPRESS CARGO VAN SILVERADO 1500 LUCERNE lot in campground can be 2500, 19K MI., #3580P Automatic Transmission, Pearl Blue/Metallic Silver Used Once MINI VAN, #3627P CHROME ASSIST STEPS, REG. CAB, Z71 STEPSIDE, #T8024A #3662P 92k Mileage, Excellent used for a full 6 months (15 Flame, Chrome Backrest. April-15 October every year) $440 4X4 Condition, Loaded. Asking $4500 OBO Lot is paid for until 2097. Craftsman Radial Asking $4995.95 Call 860-792-0506 Call Don (508)344-9499 Arm Saw 860-928-6853 $500 2003 Honda $ $ 1998 Nissan 1980 Sportster $15,999 15,999 $18,999 19,999 CRF-150 2001 24 ft. Travel Show Bike Pathfinder LE Hardly Used! Camper Trailer Chromed Out 4x4, power windows, power Paid $3200 All works, call for details! $7,500 www.Knightchevy.com locks, sunroof, leather Asking $1800 Firm Call from 8am-7:30pm. Best interior, heated seats, Bose (508)987-0557 time to call 4pm-7:30pm (860)963-1196 stereo, great condition, 113K (508)867-6124. 508-764-4356 miles. $5500. 1996 Honda Price $6,200. 129 Worcester St., Southbridge MA 01550 • M-Thurs 9-8 • Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 9-5 • Sun 11-4 Call (508)868-4598 2003 Trail- Goldwing SE 1997 24’ Malibu lease terms $249 39 months, 10,000 miles per year includes GM loyalty rebate, with approved credit tax, title and 1999 GMC Excellent condition, must Cruiser reg. fees extra. $249 plus tax, doc. fees due at signing. *See dealer for details . “Please present this ad when purchas- see, loaded. Asking $10,500. Dutchman Pop-Up ing your vehicle. All new vehicle offers reflect all rebates to dealer unless noted otherwise the 100,000 mile warranty is Suburban SLT Call Steve (860)963-9030 26’, queen bunk house, light 4x4, Leather, Camper weight, stereo, micro, A/C, a factory powertrain warranty on 2007& 2008 models. Tax, title, registration and documentation fees are additional for Remote/Keyless Entry, 1994 Honda Model 1007 heat, 6 gallon hot water, all vehicles. Prior sales are excluded.Not responsible for typographical errors. Vehicle pictures may not be exact model 130k Miles, Good Great Condition. Heat, tub/shower. $8000 firm. offered. MUST TAKE DELIVERY BY 4/25/08. Condition. CBR 600 Refrigerator, Stove, Etc. Call (508)579-8141 Excellent Condition, 24k $3200 $6500 Miles. White & Black. 413-537-0619 508-612-6398 New Chain & Tire. $2800 OBO 1989 24’ Terry 1999 Toyota RAV4 508-765-9266 1 owner, excellent condition Travel Trailer 81K miles, 4WD, 4 cylinder, 1993 Sportster Excellent Condition, New 5 speed manual, cruise 1200 CC Battery, Tires, & More. control, A/C, roof-rack, Receiver & Sway Bars power windows, locks Mint Condition and mirrors. Included. Must See To Must See Appreciate. $7500 or best offer. $4,700 or best offer Call (508)248-1888 $3400 or best offer. Call After 6pm 508-885-6215 2000 Ford 860-779-9780 2001 7000 lb Car Expedition-Eddie 1996 Suzuki RM Bauer Trailer 111,000 miles, asking 125 Made by CarMate. Asking $6000. 48” wide, zero Runs excellent, look great. $1800. clearance fireplace like new. new top end, sprockets, Leather Sofa and Love Asking $600. chain, well maintained, never Seat Call (508)566-2721 raced. Includes accessories, Black. Paid $1000, riding gear, extra plugs, oil, asking $500. 2000 Jeep etc. Ready to ride for the Treadmill by Sportcraft spring. $1000 or BO. has cupholder, $250. Cherokee Sport Call (860)928-0797 after 2 Dog Pens Automatic, Power 7pm or anytime on $50 for both. Windows/Doors/Steering/ Call (860)774-3989 or Brakes. 4x4, Good Tires, weekends Roof Rack, Burgundy With (860)617-1371 Tan Cloth Interior 2002 Triumph 76k Miles On Engine, Bonneville 1995 Allegro Bay In Very Good Condition. Extras Included 28 foot diesel RV, 15,000 Asking $5200 OBO $3500 miles (original) sleeps 5, Call 401-595-5313 $29,000. 508-450-6751 Call (860)774-4331 2001 Suzuki 2004 XL 883 2006 Camp Grand Vitara Harley 4-Wheel Drive, Good Out Truck Cap Conditon. Wife Retiring, Davidson Gray, 6ft with sliding front Don’t Need Two Cars 3400 miles, lots of window & side windows & Anymore. Lots Of Life upgrades, mint locking back window. Used 2 Left In This Vehicle! months, brand new. Stored Must Be Seen! condition, handles in heated garage. Fits Ford Retail Value: $7600 great. $7200 or best Truck Super Cab. $1100. Price: $5000 offer. Won’t last long! (508)729-9177 Oxford 508-987-5424 Call (508)347-8969 2005 Cardinal 2004 Jeep Harley Davidson Liberty Sport 30’ Camper 1993 Heritage Softail Top Of The Line Fifth Wheel, Silver, 49k Miles. 7k Miles, Runs Excellent. Two Slide-Outs. All Options, Excellent Condition. Lots Of New. $7500 Many Upgraded Features, CD/AM/FM Radio. 1/2 Carat Diamond Ring Used Only Four Times. Asking $14,200 Absolutely Flawless, Hitch, Cover, Tripod 774-364-1133 Two Settings. Included. New Condition, Limited Elvis Collectibles Inside & Out. Or After 5pm Super Clean & Beautiful. 508-886-7184 Baseball/Basketball Collectibles A Steal At Ask For Linda $25,000 Joe 407-716-5304 740 MOTORCYCLES 860-974-0405 860-428-4115 1970 BSA A great buy at Model B25S $4200! 2002 Citation New Front End & 31Ft. Travel Other Parts. 2004 Kawasaki Looks Good, Runs Good. VN800-E4 Vlcn Trailer $2950 Cash OBO Drifter 805cc $16,500. One owner, kept on Call 860-974-1912 site, nice camper, includes 1pm-9pm Replica of the Indian Bike, back ladder, spare tire, very comfortable to ride and awning, electric jack, sleeps a real head turner. Only 6, lots of storage, huge 2004 Harley ridden in 2005, has only bathroom, queen bed, 1 large 6,152 miles and has been slide-out in living room & Davidson Ultra garaged every day. Has two dinette area. Pictures on Classic years left on a full service www.breezybendrv.com 5500 miles, $17000. contract. Call (508)987-1519 for SALE ENDS 4/30/08 Call (508)943-0242 Call (860)928-9493 more details B14 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, April 25, 2008 Aut motive

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 1996 Chevy 1994 Ford F150 2004 Wilderness 1997 Dodge Ram 1986 GMC Snowbird Special 1986-1979 AMC K3500 Pickup 1500 Pickup XLT 4x4 Xtracab 5th Wheel 30’ Park Model With Loft & 6.5 Diesel, Auto, 4x4, 8’ Bed, Hi-Top Matching Addition. CJ7 Jeep rebuilt 2WD, air, stereo, new Pickup White, 16’ power living room 33-Foot 149k. New Batteries, Tires, exhaust, tires, full size Conversion Van slide-out, queen size bed Appx. 950 sq. ft. 350 Front-End Bushings, Brake Looks Good, Runs Fifth Wheel bed-lined, looks great, runs Excellent! V8, PW, Full Sized Bed, Captain’s w/home mattress, two Furnished, Central Air, curry rear end 411 gear Lines, Bedliner, Fuel excellent. 129K miles. Asking bunks, sleeps 8. Tons of Camper Matching 12x16 Shed Tank/Pump/Lines, Engine PL, Cruise, 5-Speed, Chairs, Many New Parts, (body in good shape) still $3800. Contact me after Three-Way Refrigerators, extras, very clean, excellent REDUCED To $18,000 With Washer & Dryer. needs work. Cooler Lines, Clean. 7pm. weekdays or anytime Cold A/C. condition. Asking Includes Many Extras. $39,900 OBO Call (508)943-1951 ask $9000 on weekends. $2,900 OBO Two Portable Heaters, $15,900/BO. Excellent Condition. for Ron. Asking $5000 or 860-779-2568 (860)928-0797 10’ x 12’ Screen House. (508)892-8080 508-867-5850 2003 Honda 508-579-1827 best offer. Many Extras! F-350 Crew Cab TRX250 EX ATV $1500 OBO Pick-Up Truck 1994 Chevy 3/4 1996 Dodge Runs Great! Looks Great! 508-943-4175 1985 Wilderness $6,800 Ton Dakota Sport $2100 OBO Starcraft Starflite 2003 Chevy Camper Call 350 V8, 2WD, excellent Pickup 860-634-0581 Pop-up Trailer condition, 190k miles, new Sleeps 6, Very Good 860-935-5411 Extreme 5 speed standard with 2.5 2003 Isuzu NPU Quinebaug, CT with awning oak cabinets, Yellow w/black racing tires, recent brakes and Condition stainless steel sink, tuneup. $3000. 4 cylinder engine, runs good, 1994 Ford Ranger stripes. 4.3L V6, w/hurst looks great, has new tires. 16 ft Box Truck All Original Paperwork, indoor/outdoor 3 burner Call (774)272-1192 2 door, XL Extended Cab, V8 automatic transmission, Lots of New Parts. shifter and hard top tonneau Good on gas. $2500. 2.3L 4 cylinder, standard, stove sleep six, immaculate cover. Second owner, 52K power steering, power $3000 or best offer condition. non-smokers, Call (860)774-4600 144K original miles. One brakes. Runs great, very Goin’ Fishin’? miles. Asking $10,500 or 1989 Chevy owner, runs well, some rust. 860-774-0100 tyvec cover included. $3800. best offer. clean, 10 ft loading ramp. Call for details. 2002 Duramax $1400 or best offer. $10,000. 2000 Starcraft Call (860)774-9572 Conversion Van Call (413)245-4127 Cape Cod Truck Camper (508)885-3732 Rigged for towing, southern Diesel Sierra Call (774)230-1437 unit, good condition. $3000 SLT 1988 Ford F-350 Old Chatam RV Park 850 Lite Call (860)883-4797 1986 28ft Prowler, sleeps 6- 8 1/2 Foot, 1600 lbs. 760 VANS/TRUCKS 2003 Chevy S-10 Full size GMC. 92K miles, 6’ 1-Ton Dump 2003 Silverado 8. Sun room attached. Has Sleeps Four, Like New. Blue, Auto, Extended Cab. bed, loaded, leather. (Flat-Bed) 2500 HD large shed, park has Never Abused. 6-Cylinder, 62k Miles. Paid 1984 Chevy C-20 Also as combo swimming pool, beach 2 $2000 For Recent Parts. 29’ Springdale Travel With 8-Foot Plow. Crew cab, 6.0, auto, 4x4, Ready To Go! 1989 Chevy 1500 Pickup (3/4 Ton) grey, loaded, leather, miles. Season April to Short bed Z71 off road. Interior Clean, Waxed & Trailer Excellent Condition, Low $6350 firm Buffed. Runs & Drives Good, Needs BH Super Slide loaded, Mileage, Ready To Work! tonneau, chrome step, tow October. Can email photos. $1500 or best offer. Body Work. Good ‘Everyday’ $4500. Call For More Details $7500 package deal $33,000. First $5500 Takes It! package, excellent condition. 860-974-0746 Call (774)280-2480 Driver. Also Included: 4 Call (978)697-0706 Call (508)943-6559 508-885-3124 Extra Tires And Toolbox. (860)779-1886 evenings, 508-764-6376 $700 OBO or (860)753-0185 1986 Ford 508-347-3672 2003 Toyota 774-200-1957 1988 F-250 Pickup Truck 2WD, automatic transmis- 4-Door, Dual Wheels, Tacoma Pickup sion, 300 cubic inch fuel in- V-8 Automatic, 8’ Bed, White, 43K miles, $8500. 1980 Chevy 1 - jection, 6 cyl, 75K miles, no 83k Miles. Call (508)943-6941 or Ton body rot, runs excellent, $2750 (508)855-3924 $1850. 2WD, dual wheels, A/C, PS, 1993 Hoope PL, PW, recently restored, Call (508)234-6593 aluminum flatbed, $3000 Utility Trailer 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT 1989 F-350 10,000 lb Capacity. $2600 2000 Chevy S-10 Dump Truck 1989 Plymouth Horizon CAT D8H Blazer 5-Speed, 460 c.i., 4 Wheel 4 Door Hatchback, Bulldozer 6 cylinder, 4x4, loaded, 2 Drive. 9 Foot Fisher 4-Cylinder. 86k Miles. door, $3995. Snowplow. $1000 OBO Cable Blade - Power Shift Call (508)450-4573 Runs Good 36k Original Miles. 413-610-0138 $6500 $12,000 1978 Chevy 3/4 508-735-5409 1986 Ford E-350 (860)928-3477 Ton 4x4 2000 Ford F150 Van With 8FT Fisher plow. Rusty Long version, 1-ton, new EHICLES ANTED but runs good. $2000 or Bed liner, 5 speed, V6, new paint, new tires. 767 V W best offer. front shocks, good tires, Transmission worked on and Call Alan, (603)396-6385, fairly new sticker, runs great. $1000 work on engine. This High-top Mini cell Asking $5500 van will pull anything. $3000. Call (774)230-0899 Call (508)612-0880 Wheelchair Van Needed 2005 Chrysler 1995 Ford F150 1985 Ford F-600 In excellent running Town & Country XLT Box Truck condition with fully Touring Van Long bed, 4x4, standard automatic wheel chair lift transmission, full bed liner, low miles, runs good, needs and closing doors. Silver, 30,000 miles, loaded, some new brake lines. $1000 trailer hitch, recent snow track rack system, behind Please leave message seat tool storage, AM/FM/CD, or best offer. (508)764-2807 tires, custom extras. VERY Call (508)922-3936 GOOD CONDITION $13,000. power windows and door Call (508)764-4792 locks, A/C. 115k miles. Asking $3495. 2006 GMC Sierra VEHICLES FOR PARTS 2003 Dodge Grand Call 508-764-1246 Ext Cab Pickup With cap, 5.3 V8, 2WD, 1987 Chevy 3/4 Caravan Sport “California” excellent condition, 17,400 37K miles, $12,000. miles. Blue Book $17,815, Ton Pickup Call (508)765-9417 1967 F-250 asking $15,200. Factory Had Fire In Engine Service Truck warranty til 8/08. Compartment. Had 97 Dodge with lumbertack. New Call (860)923-1956 Rebuilt 350 Engine, Auto engine, 6x6x10’ (enclosed). 2002 GMC Safari Transmission, And Conversion Van 2-3 Motorcycle Trailer Transfer Case. Excellent Shape Haulmark 2006 Harley 4.3L, AWD/ABS/Cruise, Heavy-Duty Leafs On $4700 “Dyna” Street Bob, Black New Tires, Seats 8, Fr. Rear-End. Reese Hitch, cherry, 2000 miles. Green, Clean Or Best Offer 12 foot, pungo 120, kayak Fisher Plow-Frame, New $8000 Exhaust, Ladder Rack Call After 5pm Or with paddle, vest. 860-963-7484 Weekends (951)522-0573 (860)428-3478 860-917-7381

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