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BY JOSH SAYLES They are unelected officials who VILLAGER STAFF WRITER tax independently of Killingly and gear up EAST KILLINGLY — The East have the ability to put a lien on an Killingly Fire District is planning individual’s property if taxes are to build a new fire station, a propos- not paid. al that has some residents con- Some East Killingly residents cerned about the price tag and the believe that the solution for the for primary need for such a facility. firehouse lies within expansion of The cost is estimated by some the current facility, not a new residents to be as much as $1.4 mil- building. lion, and citizens aware of the situ- Stevens disagreed. He said that election ation have raised several concerns the expansion, for what the depart- ment currently needs, would cost BY BRAD TILLES about the funding of the project. VILLAGER STAFF WRITER East Killingly Fire District approximately $700,000, not includ- President George Stevens, however, ing the cost of bringing the current The upcoming Connecticut said the cost of the project could building up to code. Furthermore, Presidential Primary is fast not yet be determined. the original building was built in approaching on Feb. 5, with the So far about $65,000 has been 1942; it had an additional wing built state voting to determine the next spent on plans for the new build- in 1978. Stevens said that even if Democratic and Republican nomi- ing. Stevens said the property on they expanded, “in the end, you’ve nees. Twenty-two states across the which the district plans to build still got a building from 1942 and country will be participating in can be purchased for $200,000. He 1978.” “Super Tuesday” on that day, and added that while it was unclear Other frustrated residents local election officials and party how much fire taxes would believe that the answer is a town- town committees are preparing increase due to the uncertainty of wide paid fire department backed for what Connecticut residents the cost of the building, they would up by volunteers, as opposed to the have to say in the choice of their definitely go up. six independently operated volun- next leader. The East Killingly Fire District, teer stations currently being run in In addition, this past Monday, as well as all of the other fire dis- town. They believe this will ulti- Jan, 29, marked the final State of tricts in Killingly, is a self-govern- the Union address for President Josh Sayles photo ing quasi-municipality uncon- George W. Bush, and some Turn To FIRE, page A13 The current East Killingly Fire Station that the district wants to replace. strained to the town of Killingly. Connecticut politicians have voiced their reactions over his speech. Workers for local town Board of Registrars have been very busy the last few weeks setting all ele- Westa hired as coordinator of Borderlands Project ments into place for the statewide primary. BY JOSH SAYLES mation,” Westa said. “We held a voter registration VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Ariana McBride of the Rhode session on Jan. 22 and since then KILLINGLY — Susan Westa was Island Economic Policy Council been furiously processing new introduced as the coordinator of and Borderlands Project planner voter registrations for those mak- the Borderlands Village Innovation said that there were more than 20 Pilot Project at a Borderlands meet- applicants for the coordinator posi- ing on Jan. 23. tion. Turn To PRIMARY, page A9 The Borderlands Project, which “Ultimately we went with involves Killingly and Exeter, R.I., [Westa] because we felt she had the is looking at the best ways to right skills to move the project for- increase growth within the town ward,” McBride said, adding that while maintaining its rural feel. her work with the Green Valley CABE “I’d been following the Institute and UCONN made her a Borderlands Project since it began more desirable candidate. because I already worked in the “I think this approach of really discusses Quinebaug-Shetucket Heritage focusing on two specific communi- Corridor and our two regions over- ties through this visioning process, lap,” said Westa. figuring out … how they want to Westa is currently the co-direc- see their communities grow and school tor of the Green Valley Institute, still maintaining [the town’s] char- which is part of a UCONN exten- acteristic set of values [is impor- sion program, and has a back- tant],” said Westa. “[I want] to pro- reform ground in community and environ- vide [Killingly and Exeter] with the mental planning. research and the tools they need to “Basically we target the land-use be able to do that and to get them OVING TOWARD decision makers, the volunteer started on actually implementing M boards and commissions, the it. This is a level I haven’t been STATEWIDE CURRICULUM boards of selectmen and the working on at the Quinebaug- landowners throughout the region Josh Sayles photo Susan Westa, the recently hired coordinator for the Borderlands Village Innovation BY JOSH SAYLES so that they can make good land- Turn To WESTA, page A14 VILLAGER STAFF WRITER use decisions based on good infor- Pilot Project. HAMPTON — The Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) held a sec- ondary school reform conversa- Relay For Life kicks off with motivational ceremony tion for Board of Education mem- bers and superintendents around northeast Connecticut on BY CHENOA PIERCE “Welcome to this year’s kick- Tuesday, Jan. 29. The goal of the VILLAGER STAFF WRITER off,” Franklin said to the excited meeting was to inform those in On your mark … get set … go! crowd. charge of education about CABE’s That’s the attitude of the partici- Since Franklin is new to the co- plans. pants in this year’s Northeast chair position this year, she CABE Commissioner Dr. Mark Corner American Cancer Society shared the reason she relays with McQuillan and Vice Relay For Life, which kicked off those in attendance. Commissioner George Coleman with a reception at the Imperial “I relay for the same reasons gave a brief presentation of Room in Danielson on the evening that most of us relay,” she said. “I CABE’s intentions, followed by an of Wednesday, Jan. 23. have lost people to cancer, and I intense question and answer ses- The evening began with those don’t want to lose anyone else.” sion. The duo was well prepared in attendance signing in and find- Franklin then spoke of the for all of the challenges thrown ing their seats before making theme for the 2008 Relay and how their way.They have run dozens of their way to the refreshment table she brainstormed it. similar presentations around the that was fully stocked, and “Along with being the newbie state of Connecticut since remained so throughout the on the street, I was charged with November and will continue to do evening, with ribs, cookies, cup- this year’s theme,” she said, so until the end of February. cakes, fruit and more. As patrons adding that in the past she has McQuillan addressed a made their way along the food been involved with the Woodstock Connecticut educational system line, moderators Melissa Mom’s Club and, using that expe- that, while it is not struggling, has Franklin and Pat Faucher, co- rience as a guide, she knew the certainly fallen relative to the theme would center around fami- national average. He discussed Chenoa Pierce photo chairs for the Northeast Connecticut Relay For Life, stood various issues that ranged from Melissa Franklin (left) and Pat Faucher (right), co-chairs for the Relay For Life of before those seated and spoke Northeastern Connecticut, pose with Shannon Stahecki (center) after a successful Relay about why they relay. Turn To RELAY, page A13 for Life kickoff event on Wednesday, Jan. 23. Turn To CABE, page A9

A10-11 — OPINION LOCAL VILLAGER TRIVIA! A 12— SPORTS LEARNING Who were the first two B1 — HOT SPOT FASHION B4-5 — OBITUARIES NIGHT OF people to reach the top of DANCE SHOW B7 — RELIGION Mt. Everest? PAGE A4 PAGE A6 INSIDE B6 — CALENDAR Answer on page 2. A2 • Friday, February 1, 2008 KILLINGLY VILLAGER

Slaves quietly contributed to area’s history VILLAGER ALMANAC ince February is Black History sion. Others who had no surnames Month throughout the United were Cato, Jack and Tom (White, SStates, it seems only appropriate David O., Connecticut’s Black QUOTATION OF THE WEEK to write a little about the non-whites KILLINGLY Soldiers 1775-1783, p. 22, 56-63). who helped carve out Killingly and Brooklyn’s wealthy landowner, “This is the best thing I’ve heard of in a some of the other towns in AT 300 Godfrey Malbone, formerly of Northeastern Connecticut. Their Newport, R.I., had inherited an exten- long, long time. … Students who are weak in contributions enabled their white sive estate including slaves in what is math are fighting a long road in high owners to establish homesteads in the MARGARET now Brooklyn. “These slaves accord- school.” wilderness and make significant con- WEAVER ing to common report were part of a tributions to the communities in cargo brought from Holland who — Killingly High School Principal Dan Costello on Killingly which they lived. helped repel a piratical assault, and Intermediate School Principal Sheryl Kempain’s plan to double Capsule profiles of Killingly’s earli- Charles was not to frequent taverns were retained for life and comfortably the amount of eighth-graders taking algebra est slaveholders reveal that the men or ale houses. He was to be freed when supported” (Larned, op. cit., Vo. II., p. who owned them were generally his indenture was finished and was to 7). I have also heard it said that these influential members of the communi- be given five pounds (Killingly Land slaves helped construct old Trinity ty — large landowners, selectmen, Records, Vo. 1, p. 111). Church. ministers, representatives to the Josiah Dwight, minister in The 1790, Killingly census lists the FRONT-PAGE QUOTE General Assembly or militia leaders. Thompson’s church society/Killingly, following individuals who had slaves Ellen Larned’s History of Windham left a Negro woman and a Negro child (S) and free non-whites (FNW) in “This week’s page one quote is attributed County, Connecticut gives references when he died in 1749 (Plainfield their households: Zadoc Spalding, 2 to...” for some slaves. However, probate Probate, Vo. 2, p. 43). “A very serious FNW; Penuel Hutchins, 1 FNW, 1 S; records have been found to be one of calamity befell his son, Captain John William Danielson, 1 S; Samuel the best resources for documenting Dwight, February 18, 1750. His house Danielson, 5 FNW, 3 S; Thomas Day, 1 the town’s very earliest slaveholders was consumed by fire, the family FNW; Peter Fuller, 4 FNW; John — Thomas Fuller and learning the names of some of escaping from their beds with only Fuller, 1 S; Prudence Sanders these non-white inhabitants. (Note: I the clothes that covered them. One (Alexander), 1S; Othniel Brown, 1 S; use the outdated term Negro primari- Negro servant perished in the fire” David Coop (Copp), 1 FNW; and ly because that is how the non-whites (Larned, op. cit., p. 533). Resolved Johnson, 1 S. In addition, TRIVIA are referenced in the 18th-century Known Killingly slave owners in the family of Demas Cape contained documents that have been used as the 1750s included Gideon Draper, six free non-whites in their own resi- resources). John Lorton, Samuel Sumner, dence. She was the former servant of Answer: James Danielson, probably early Eleazer Bateman Jr. and William Israel Proctor and went by several Killingly’s wealthiest individual, sent Chandler. Killingly inhabitant Israel names, including Cape, Mount and On May 29, 1953, New Zealander Edmund one of his slaves to Boston with a load Proctor had several free non-whites Gardner. Hillary and Nepalese Tenzing Norgay were of produce from the farm (Larned, op. who had formerly been his servants. Brooklyn, too, had a number of cit. Vo. I, p. 166). This slave was not the Their story is unique, for they non-whites in 1790: Nathan Winter, 1 the first to reach the top of Mt. Everest. only African-American in became the owners of a large tract of FNW; Joseph Davison Jr., 1FNW; Danielson’s household, for at the time valuable land in East Killingly. Daniel Cook, 1 FNW; Daniel Tyler,1 S; of his death in 1728, he had five Negro On Nov. 14, 1754, Israel Proctor Ward Woodward, 1 S; William Darke servants valued at 725 pounds: Cesar, deeded 90 acres of land, including his Jr.,1 S; Daniel Fogg, 7 FNW,4 S; James Ziproah, Dinah, Hannah and Jethro. homestead and dwelling, for “love, Eldridge, 3 FNW, 2 S; Jesse Miles, 5 AT THE AUDUBON The Danielson family continued to good will….’ to Negroes Cape and FNW; Israel Putnam, 1 S. Three free have non-whites working for them Philis and a mulatto Dimis. This non-white families resided in WEEK OF JAN. 21 throughout the 18th century. Since property was not to be sold without Brooklyn: Stephen Finch with six res- Col. William Danielson had an iron approval of the selectmen of idents in the household; Peter Bird sightings this week: rough-legged works in present-day Danielson by Killingly. They were given additional Malborne with three in the house- hawk, Cooper’s hawk, long-eared owls, 1770, it is quite possible that his slaves property when Proctor died several hold and Benjamin Dayley also with helped in the day-to-day workings of years later. Another former non- three family members. great-horned owl, American tree sparrows, this establishment in addition to white servant named Charles was As the 19th century dawned, the cedar waxwings, robins, yellow-bellied sap- assisting with the farm work. It is also mentioned in Proctor’s will. number of slaves in the area contin- sucker. These birds were all sighted on or also quite likely that that the non- During the 1990s, this property was ued to diminish. Nevertheless, free whites helped construct some of the considered to be one of the largest non-white families remained in near Connecticut Audubon and Wyndham stone walls that are still visible today. early land transactions in Northeastern Connecticut and con- Land Trust properties in Pomfret. Sampson Howe, another wealthy Connecticut involving free non- tinued to quietly contribute to the fab- Killingly individual, was one of the whites. In fact, most of the farm ric of the communities during the earliest inhabitants of the section of remained in the family throughout mill era. Killingly that eventually became the remainder of the 18th century Thompson. When he died in 1736, he and into the early 19th century. Margaret M. Weaver is the Killingly THE FIVE QUESTIONS … left his slave Leah to son Sampson (Killingly Land Records, Vo. 6, p. 252; Municipal Historian. For additional Howe and his man-servant Cesar to Plainfield Probate, Vo. 3, p. 257.) information, visit the Killingly 1. Match the nickname with the state: son Perley Howe, minister at Dudley, During the 1760s, Dr. Samuel Historical Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beaver, Keystone, Palmetto, Mass., and by 1746 the minister on Holden Torrey settled in Killingly Wednesday or Saturday or by appoint- Killingly Hill (Larned, op. cit., p 324). near the junction of Routes 12 and 21. ment, or online at www.killinglyhisto- Sunshine — Pennsylvania, South Whether Perley Howe kept the slave His young wife Anna Gould Torrey ry.org. Those who are interested in an Carolina, Oregon, Florida. is unclear. brought with her four slaves that had extensive listing of non-white residents In 1727, John Parks, who lived in been given to her as part of her dowry of the area will want to scan Marcella 2. What is the largest city in Scotland? the Stone Road section of Killingly, Pasay’s “Full Circle — A Directory of (Larned, op. cit., Vo. II, p. 90). 3. How many teams have won the Super apprenticed his Negro servant During the Revolution, several non- Native and African Americans in Charles Dungen to Killingly trader whites served from Killingly, includ- Windham County, CT and Vicinity, Bowl five times? Nell Elicksander (Alexander) for 21 ing James Learned’s slave, Jack 1650-1900,” which is available at the years with the stipulation that Green, who eventually received a pen- Killingly Historical Center. 4. About how long is Central Park: one mile, two miles, three miles, eight miles? Carelot has TVCCA contract for sliding fee spaces 5. What does an amniotic sac do?

KILLINGLY — Carelot TVCAA is a private, non- zens. on a sliding fee scale. Children’s Center has been profit community action The Early Care and These spaces are limited WEEKEND WEATHER awarded a contract with agency that was incorpo- Education Program pro- at each center. If families TVCCA to provide sliding rated in 1965. It is well rec- vides licensed, quality are interested in finding fee spaces for preschool, ognized as a community child care on a year round out if they qualify, the toddler, infant and school- leader — and partner — in basis. If parents are work- should call the Carelot SATURDAY — age children. The sliding advocating for and meeting ing and family income is Children’s Center in their Times of sun and fee spaces are available in the needs of the region’s below 75 percent of the area. For more informa- Killingly, Brooklyn, economically and other- state median income, they tion, visit clouds. Highs in Griswold and Waterford. wise disadvantaged citi- are eligible for child care http://www.carelot.net. the low 40s and lows in the mid 20s.

SUNDAY — Plenty of sun. Highs in the low 40s and lows in the low 20s.

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KILLINGLY VILLAGER Friday, February 1, 2008 • A3 Danielson martial arts master inducted into Hall of Fame would still spend a couple of nobody feels like they have to be thousand dollars on various here. … We have an amazing PUBLIC items while he was there, and staff here. Every single one of he does not have the money. our black belts is topnotch. …” Donald said that he believed There are presently more MEETINGS that after taking first place in than 20 instructors and about the 2000 World Millennium 100 students enrolled at the KILLINGLY Games, Daryl was good enough academy. to go to the Olympics. “I think if The goal, Daryl said, is to he wanted to go he could have. “give back more than we take. MONDAY, FEB. 4 He’s more interested in running We’re here hopefully to change the school and working with the the world one person at a time Veterans rep. from Joe Courtney, 1 p.m., people here,” Donald said. as far as I’m concerned. We try Room 102 Courtesy photos “I can’t see myself not doing to make people more confident, Inlands, Wetlands and Watercourses Daryl Laperle (left) and Donald Laperle (right) with Martial Arts superstar Eric this,” said Daryl. “I’ve been a both kids and adults. The kick- Commission, 7:30 p.m., Town Meeting Lee. part of this school for 22 years ing and punching brings us Room and it’s been part of my life for together, but we do a lot of activ- BY JOSH SAYLES Soo Do line the wall: Integrity, so long that I can’t imagine not ities with the students.” VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Concentration, Perseverance, being here. This is my second Those activities include pool TUESDAY, FEB. 5 Respect & Obedience, Self- DANIELSON — Sixty-nine- family. Everybody who is a parties and sleepovers at the Control, Humility, Indomitable Special Town Council Meeting, 7 p.m., year-old Donald Laperle stands black belt here started off as a academy. Students range from Spirit. Motivational knick- Town Manager Conference Room outside the Danielson Martial white belt here. … This is kind the age of 6 all the way up to knacks rest opposite a giant Arts Academy and sweeps a pile of like coming home. I leave senior citizens. The Laperles mirror used for training pur- of dirt away from the front door. home and I come to this home.” said that more than 50 students WEDNESDAY, FEB. 6 poses. Daryl Laperle steps into His cleanly shaven head and Daryl took over the Danielson came with them to the Hall of his office and sits down. Main St., Inc., 7:45 a.m., New Alliance handlebar moustache make him Martial Arts Academy in 1994 Fame in Atlantic City to show Two trophies rest on his desk. Bank look like a mix between ex-Red and continually asked his father their support. In the middle of the desk is the Borderlands, 7:00 p.m., Room 102 Sox reliever Rod Beck and a to join. Donald finally did in “One of the real joys for me prize for the Cheezic Tang Soo Permanent Building Commission, 7 miniaturized version of WWE’s 1997. was my instructor, Gary Guay, Do School of the Year, 2006, for p.m., Town Meeting Room Jake the Snake. He could proba- “I wish I would have done it was inducted with me,” Daryl which there were more than 70 bly pass as a villain from a Jean- when I was a lot younger,” said said. “That was really cool.” schools eligible worldwide. On Claude Van Damme movie. He Donald, currently a fourth-Don “For me personally, the real the right front corner of the THURSDAY, FEB. 7 does not look a day over 55. master belt. honor was to see so many people desk is an award for Daryl’s Thirty-two-year-old Daryl Daryl, who is a union pipe fit- from our school spend the NECCOG, 4 p.m., NECCOG recent induction to Action Laperle, Donald’s son, emerges ter, and his father, who is money and take the trip,” said Magazine’s Martial Arts Hall of from the academy entrance. His retired, earn no income from Guay. Fame in Atlantic City. mousy-brown hair is tied up in the school. “It’s about families with us,” TUESDAY, FEB. 12 a ponytail that reaches down to Competing on the USA Karate “We do this for fun,” said Donald said. “It’s about training Town Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Town Team and traveling around the the middle of his back, resem- Daryl. “All the money goes back and working hard with us to world, Daryl took first place in Meeting Room bling the hero of an into the school. [There could be achieve a goal of martial arts. his fighting division 15 years in Americanized karate movie a lot of money involved] but I It’s a lifestyle.” a row. He is currently a fifth- from the early 1990s. He is not can look at myself in the mirror For more information on the WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13 Dan (degree) black belt. big, but there is a glimmer in every day and know that I’m not Danielson Martial Arts The team will fight in Italy Board of Education, 7 p.m., Town his eye that makes it clear he is ripping people off. All the Academy and to see photos of this year, but Daryl is not going. Meeting Room not to be messed with. instructors here are volunteers, the trip to the Action Magazine He said that although he could Walking into the academy,the which I think makes for a better Martial Arts Hall of Fame, go to Conservation Commission, 7 p.m., Room get a sponsor for the trip, he seven tenets of Cheezic Tang school. It’s not a paid staff so www.danielsonmartialarts.com 102

THURSDAY, FEB. 14 State police respond to stabbing incident Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m., Town Meeting Room BY JOSH SAYLES Roger Rioux, 40, of 13B Railroad Ave., old juvenile runaway was found hiding in a Plan of Conservation Development, 7 VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Plainfield, was arrested for assault in the bedroom closet, police said. p.m., NECCOG DANIELSON — State police responded to a first degree and disorderly conduct and held Barbara Wade, 39, of 144A Prospect Ave., reported disturbance at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, on a $50,000 cash bond. Police said that he Danielson, was also arrested for interfering Jan. 23, on Prospect Avenue in Danielson, allegedly attacked White with a pair of scis- with a police officer, disorderly conduct, TUESDAY, FEB. 19 where two people were allegedly stabbed. sors. White was transported to Day Kimball assault on a police officer and refusal to sub- Economic Development Committee, 4 Upon arrival, police came across three Hospital for treatment; he was released that mit prints. p.m., Room 102 intoxicated males who had been involved in a night. The incident is still under investigation, Housing Authority, 7 p.m., Maple Court II physical altercation, as well as an intoxicated Michael Pepe, 48, of no known address, was according to police, and additional charges Planning and Zoning Commission, 7 female. arrested for disorderly conduct. Both Pepe, may be filed. p.m., Town Meeting Room Police discovered John White, 40, of 12B who was also allegedly stabbed, and Rioux Josh Sayles may be reached at (860) 928-1818, Griffiths St., Danielson, suffering from stab declined medical treatment. ext. 110, or by e-mail at josh@villagernewspa- wounds to his face and head. Upon a search of the residence, a 15-year- pers.com. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20 Board of Assessment Appeals, 4:30 p.m., Town Hall Water Pollution Control Authority, 6 Intermediate school pushes for improved algebra program p.m., Water Plant BY JOSH SAYLES number of students taking algebra in eighth ies, I guess we’ll have to go to plan B.” VILLAGER STAFF WRITER grade,” said Kempain. “… [The students Kempain did not return phone calls and MONDAY, FEB. 25 DAYVILLE — The Killingly Board of involved] will only miss a half-year of social could not be reached for comment. Board of Recreation, 6 p.m., Community Education met Wednesday, Jan. 23, and dis- studies and a half-year of specials. Most par- Also of note, Costello approached the cussed revisions to the mathematics pro- ents are very supportive of higher-level class- board and asked it to waive the exemption for Center gram at the intermediate school. es. [The majority] of our students want to be certain performance graduation require- Neighborhood Watch, 6:30 p.m., Killingly Intermediate School Principal pushed.” ments (PGRs), which it agreed to do. He Community Center Sheryl Kempain presented a plan to have Kempain added that if it is determined requested that the Class of 2008 not be Republican Town Committee, 7 p.m., more students enroll in algebra in the eighth that certain students do not need extra help, excused from writing a resume and that the Town Meeting Room grade as opposed to high school. they will have the ability to return to their Class of 2009 no longer be excluded from fill- Historic District Committee, 7:30 p.m., Approximately 50 KIS students are currently normally scheduled classes. ing out an application for employment. Room 102 taking algebra; that number should double to Killingly High School Principal Dan “I think it’s important for a couple of rea- 100 at the beginning of the 2008-’09 school Costello, a former social studies teacher, sons,” Costello said. “First, we implemented year. spoke in favor of Kempain’s plan. the PGR policy a couple of years ago and I TUESDAY, FEB. 26 The goal is for students to be able to make “This is the best thing I’ve heard of in a think it’s important to follow that. Secondly,I Democratic Town Committee, 7 p.m., the jump to geometry their freshman year in long, long time,” he said. “… Students who think these two performance graduation Town Meeting Room high school, according to Board of Education are weak in math are fighting a long road in requirements are [essential for students] to Fiscal Subcommittee, 7:30 p.m., Town member Nelson King. This would help them high school.” complete. Job applications are something Manager Conference Room score higher on the Connecticut Aptitude “It’s a Board of Education initiative and that students should be very familiar with, Performance Test (CAPT) in their sopho- it’s something that we need to do to move the and resumes are important as well.” more year. school system and the children ahead,” said Costello went so far at the meeting as to say WEDNESDAY, FEB. 27 Board of Education member Jennifer that if a person cannot fulfill these obliga- King said that about a year ago, the Board Public Safety Commission, 6:30 p.m., Thomas. “Some children take a long time to tions, “maybe they shouldn’t be graduating of Education asked Kempain to come up with Community Center a way to increase the number of students tak- grasp the concept of algebra. Some adults high school.” Board of Education, 7 p.m., Town ing algebra in middle school. never have. [We’re] just trying to give [the “Applications for employment and resumes Meeting Room “What we wanted to know was that students] a leg up. … Unless we lengthen the are important [to accomplish],” said Thomas. [Kempain] did have a plan in place, that it school day, we have to give something up.” “They might seem simple and that everyone was going to be implemented in the fall of “From the Board of Education’s perspec- should know how to do them, but they can be 2008, and that she and her staff would be tive, we asked [Kempain] to develop a plan to intimidating if you’ve never done them quite confident it would work,” he said. enhance our math scores,” King said. “There before. It’s better to do them in a more At the end of this school year, Kempain is no social studies on the CAPT right now. … relaxed setting. … It’s good to have somebody Call me today to hear about these will assess the top 56 math students coming If something [extra] goes in, something has there to guide you through it.” new optional features: New Car out of seventh grade at KIS and put them into to come out. After looking at all the options, a normal algebra class. She will take the next this is the one that [Kempain] came up with. Josh Sayles may be reached at (860) 928-1818, Replacement. Accident Forgiveness best 44 students and also place them in an I guess we’ll have to wait and see what hap- ext. 110, or by e-mail at josh@villagernewspa- and Deductible Rewards. algebra class, but they will have extra periods pens, but I’m confident of math. 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PUTNAM — The Putnam Dance Center Jordan Yaworski and Caitlyn Faucher for a Competition Team will present a “Dance lyric duo dance. Caitlyn was also invited to and Dessert” performance at 6 p.m. compete with the U.S. team at the World Saturday, Feb. 9, in the Putnam Middle Dance Organization Competition in School Auditorium. Germany. In addition, Rachael Matty The team includes 14 dancers from earned a first place award in pointe compe- Brooklyn, Thompson, Pomfret, Killingly tition at the New England Chapter of Dance and Woodstock and range in age from 10 to Masters of America Scholarship auditions. 16 years old. All have been dancing for Many of the dancers have been asked to per- many years and several have been on the form in the Circle of Stars at the Ticket to competition team for more than seven Broadway national competition. years. In all, they will be performing 16 Putnam Dance Center students typically dances ranging from solo to large group earn gold and high gold medals in regional numbers and styles including ballet, tap, competitions. Under the direction of pointe and lyrical. The show will be fol- Putnam Dance Center’s teachers and chore- lowed by a complimentary reception of ographers, the team has prepared new homemade deserts. dance numbers for this competition season. These dancers have competed throughout Tickets for the Feb. 9 “Dance and Dessert” New England, New York, New Jersey, presentation are available from team mem- Pennsylvania, Florida and even in Europe. bers, at the Putnam Dance Center, 554 In 2007, the team competed at the Liberty Highway (Route 21), Putnam, or by Headliners National Competition in calling the Dance Center at 963-7073. Tickets Lancaster, Pa., and a quartet group gave an are $7 for adults and $5 for seniors and chil- encore Platinum Circle performance. dren 12 and under. All proceeds will benefit Outstanding performers included Allison the Putnam Dance Center Competition Courtesy photos Hill, who was selected to be represented by Team. Left photo: RachaelMatty - Above photo: Caitlyn Faucher and McDonald Seiznick Agency for her tap per- Sarah Lenoir formance, and a fourth-place finish for Spirol North America keeps it together for 60 years BY JOSH SAYLES company also has contributed 20 to help reduce waste. Those steps VILLAGER STAFF WRITER 25 different parts in automobiles. It include removing chlorinated oils DANIELSON — Spirol, an inter- had 45 different parts in a Bradley from the manufacturing process national company with headquar- Fighting Machine, one of the tanks and evaporating water off of waste ters based out of Danielson, is cele- that fought in the Persian Gulf. in order to shrink it down in size. brating a big anniversary this year. Spirol’s second-largest client is The company has also spent For 60 years, this “fastener compa- Caterpillar; its largest is General money to dig up scrap metal that it ny” has been making items that Motors. legally buried in the 1960s, some- hold materials together, from cos- “Most people never really see our thing that the Connecticut metic cases to automobiles. fasteners in application,” Koehl Department of Environmental “We’re pretty proud of [being said. “… But we hold a lot of things Protection (DEP) does not necessi- around for 60 years],” said Spirol together that people use every day.” tate. Chairman James Shaw. “We’re one The smallest pin that Spirol Spirol has nine offices in six of the few fastener companies that makes is 1/8 of an inch long and countries on three continents that I know of that succeed financially 1/32 of an inch in diameter. The employ a total of 260 people world- on a regular basis and provide a largest is 6 inches long and 3/4 of wide. Still, the company stays close great return for its investors and an inch in diameter. to its roots; half of the company is employees … and make products in “If you look at our products and based out of Killingly.According to Josh Sayles photos the United States and ship them to you see them stacked up in a bin, Shaw and Koehl, Spirol has donat- Above: Spirol North America President Jeff Koehl with some of the products for China and Canada and Mexico.” you say,‘How interesting could this ed between $750,000 and $1 million which Spirol provides fasteners.Below: Left to right: Killingly Economic “I guess one of the main things actually be?’” said Shaw. “But then to local Quiet Corner charities in Development Coordinator Elsie Bisset, State Rep. Mike Caron (R-Killingly), Spirol we’re proud of is if you take a look you take a salesperson that’s been the last 10 years via the Spirol North America President Jeff Koehl and State Sen. Donald Williams (D-Brooklyn) at at most fastener companies in the into all these different factories International Charitable Spirol’s Banner Breakfast commemorating its 60th anniversary on Jan. 15. United States,” said Spirol and made a contribution to putting Foundation. President Jeff Koehl. “Starting 10 all of these things together — auto- Those monies include $300,000 in or 15 years ago, most of them start- mobiles and airplanes and space- scholarships to local students and ed to abandon production in the craft and tanks and firearms and $150,000 to Quinebaug Valley U.S. and move production over to you name it. They get exposed to a Community College for the cre- Asia or Mexico because of cheap lot of different industries in the ation of the Spirol Gallery. The labor. … We bucked that trend and world, and they can say they had a company has also taken on several we said that with productivity, part in putting those things togeth- smaller projects, such as the American ingenuity and machin- er.” Woodstock Public Library. ery we can produce things in the “Most of the employees who Shaw said that the company has United States and sell them around come here don’t leave because it’s “a family interest in giving some- the world and be competitive. We always challenging and always thing back.” don’t have to transfer American interesting,” Koehl added. “There’s “I think that’s an important part jobs overseas to be competitive.” something new all the time. They of being part of the community,” “We’re doing it just the opposite get challenged.” he added. way that most other people are In recent years, Spirol has also doing it,” Shaw added. made an effort to “go green.” The Josh Sayles may be reached at Spirol has made fasteners that company manufactures some of its (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail have gone to the moon, and the products in Danielson and has at [email protected]. taken a number of measures to BRIEFS

will take the group to “Blue Man Group” for tor Mike Alberts (R-Woodstock) were Mass., with her parents, Sue and Ray Wright, Elks sponsoring a 4 p.m. show time. Tickets are $68 per person among the 7 percent of state House mem- along with her two sisters, Michelle Terry and include the bus ride and the show. bers who did not miss a single 2007 vote. and Laura Wright. Stacy graduated from ‘Blue Man Group’ trip The deadline to purchase tickets is March Caron serves the 44th Assembly District Harwich High School in 1999 and attended 7. For pick-up and drop-off location, time and of Killingly, Plainfield and Sterling in the college at Plymouth State University in New DANIELSON — The Danielson Elks invite more information about the trip, please call state House of Representatives. He is an Hampshire, where she received her bache- one and all to take a trip to Boston to see the (860) 774-9775. assistant House leader, as well as a member lor’s degree in corporate communications “Blue Man Group” live in concert. of the Energy and Technology Committee; and marketing. She is currently working as a Take a tour of Boston with no parking, gas Caron achieves perfect the Finance, Revenue and Bonding marketing associate for the fourth largest or driving worries before taking in the won- Committee; the Human Services real estate/housing company in the United der and excitement that the “Blue Man voting record Committee and the Transportation States. Group” has to offer. Committee. No specific date has been set for the wed- The trip will take place Sunday, April 13. HARTFORD — State Rep. Michael Caron ding, but there is talk about the possibility of The bus will depart from the Elks at 8:30 a.m. (R-Danielson) did not miss a single vote a small destination wedding with family and Explore Boston until 3 p.m., when the bus during the recently completed 2007 legisla- Foisy, Wright engaged close friends. tive session, accord- ing to statistics pro- David L. Foisy Jr. and Stacy A. Wright were vided by the House engaged on the night of Nov. 16, 2007, in Clerk’s Office. Columbia, S.C., following David’s graduation Caron was present ceremony from the South Carolina State and voting for all 420 Police Academy. roll call votes taken Surrounded by family and close friends, on the State House David made what was the most important floor during 2007. He day of his career — the day he had been wait- was one of only 14 of ing and working so hard for — and shared it Connecticut’s 151 with Stacy by asking her to be his wife. state representatives David is the son of Lori and David Foisy Sr. who had perfect and brother to Deidre Foisy. He attended records for floor votes Putnam Middle School and Harvard H. Ellis during the session, Technical High School, where he graduated according to the in 2001. Soon after his graduation, he enlisted House Clerk’s Office. in the U.S. Army.David is currently living in Both Caron and fel- Aiken, S.C., and working for the South low eastern Carolina Highway Patrol. David L. Foisy Jr. and Stacy A. Wright Connecticut legisla- Stacy grew up in Harwich, Cape Cod,

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Note: This week’s article Connecticut, including Cargill Falls, multiple was written with Jean the Toutant (M.S.C) and OUR dams below that point Pillo, coordinator for the Putnam Hydropower pro- pose barriers to fish Thames River Basin jects on the Quinebaug BETTER migration and also Partnership and QSHC River, as well as the impact recreational fish- Water Quality Monitoring Dayville Pond plant on NATURE ing. Fish ladders have Program. the Five Mile River. been installed in the Putnam Green Power BET lower Quinebaug River, ydroelectric recently announced inter- ZIMMERMAN opening up more power, or est in activating a small upstream spawning H hydropower, uses hydroelectric facility at areas, but there are multi- free falling water to gen- Cargill Falls. hydropower waterwheels ple dams on the river and erate electricity. There Hydropower is not new were used extensively for each major tributary are a number of facilities to the Quiet Corner.In the grinding, milling and streams. While most of in northeastern 1700s, mechanical pumping. That is why the these dams do not gener- big mills were usually ate hydropower, all dams located next to a river. withhold and slow down CONTEST ENTRY FORM Feb. 1, 2008 Modern hydropower tech- water. The increased nology has come a long solar exposure results in Deadline: Feb. 7, 2008 way from the waterwheel. warmer temperatures Improvements in turbine that do not favor some blade design and other species of fish like trout. My guess for this week's photo is:______features have reduced the Sediments that used to “bass-o-matic” effect, wash downstream and Answer to last week’s photo: Weathervane on enabling more small fish seasonally replenish top of Killingly Public Library. to survive an accidental floodplains soils instead ride through a modern accumulate behind the plant. Better efficiency at dams. Recreational pad- Who wants $25 cash in their pocket? Anyone? converting the motion of dlers find dams annoy- The Villager has it to give. the river to electrical ing, especially if there is energy enables smaller no easy way to portage Enter ‘What is It?’ now for your chance to win! hydropower stations to around them. operate continually at Limitations to signifi- Name______‘run of the river’ flows. cantly increasing This reduces the need for hydropower in The Last Address______pulse/flow systems that Green Valley were dis- periodically hold back cussed at a recent State______Zip______Telephone#______water to increase volume Hydropower Summit Please mail your entry form to the Villager Newspapers, 107 Providence St., Putnam, and pressure to meet sponsored by the Rivers Conn. 06260, attn: Editor, or drop off to the office at 107 Providence St. (The Belding Mill power demands. Some Alliance of Connecticut. Complex) in Putnam. You may also fax your entry to (860) 928-5946. All photos are of companies are even work- Charlie Rosenfeld, owner sights seen in and around Brooklyn, Killingly, Putnam, Thompson, Woodstock, Pomfret Bet Zimmerman photo ing on new ‘kinetic’ or of Putnam Hydropower, and Eastford. Responses must identify the subject and where it can be seen. Answers will be given the following week in the Putnam Villager, Thompson Villager and Woodstock Above: There are more than 4,000 dams in ConnecticutT used for ‘free-flow’ hydropower said his ‘run of the river’ technologies that gener- system was not able to Villager. At the end of each month, all entry forms with the correct answer will be included flood control, water supply, recreation and, in some cases, power. in a random drawing. One lucky winner will receive $25! Good luck! This photo shows Photo by Bet Zimmerman of a small dam on East ate power without a dam produce electricity for Quasset Road in Woodstock. Below: Waterwheels helped power or impoundment. several months due to a the Industrial Revolution in northeast Connecticut. Unlike coal, hydropow- lack of rain in 2007. Only er does not produce small generating systems greenhouse gases. Unlike can be installed on most oil, water does not have to dams. A 15-foot drop or PET OF THE WEEK be imported from foreign more is best to develop countries. However, adequate ‘head.’ Because because of other environ- the river is a public asset, mental impacts, there has careful review is required been some controversy to ensure that a over whether hydropower hydropower facility has is truly a “green” technol- limited impact on other ogy. For the most part, river functions. The small hydropower is con- review process for a larg- sidered a sustainable er generating facility is energy source because it arduous and expensive. It relies on a renewable can take more than a resource (i.e., water, decade to complete and which is not destroyed often costs several hun- during the production of dred thousand dollars. If electricity), as long as the a license is granted, it facility does not cause an generally is only valid for appreciable change in 30 to 40 years. Despite the river flow. Fish and other cons, hydropower does aquatic wildlife require have the potential to pro- water continually, and duce more power on a low flow followed by rapid continuous basis than flushing of their down- solar or wind if it is locat- Dancer stream habitat is not a ed on the right site. good thing. Dancer is a very sweet code 06241. Dams can also frag- Bet Zimmerman is a black neutered male kitty Adoption fees are $50 for ment fish habitat, geneti- certified environmental who is about 11 months old. unneutered or unspayed dogs cally isolating popula- professional and a mem- This quirky guy is very lov- and cats (fee includes a tions. While it is unlikely ber of the Woodstock ing, very friendly and great voucher to help cover cost of that fish that migrate Conservation with people of all ages. surgery and vaccinations), or from the sea to spawn Commission. See archived Dancer has an odd sense of $5 if the pet is already spayed were ever able to go far- articles at www.ourbetter- humor, as he enjoys flicking or neutered. ther upstream than nature.org. drops of water on unsuspect- Other shelter guests ing people and playing in his include a Rottie, a Wheaton water dish. He also drinks his terrier mix, a spaniel mix, water by first dipping his paw two beagle mixes, a hound in the water bowl and then mix and an Irish wolfhound licking his paw. If you wish to mix, as well as seven cats and learn more about this sweet four older kittens all with and odd guy, then come meet unique and remarkable per- Dancer! sonalities. You may visit Dancer and Update on last week’s fea- his friends at the NECCOG tured Pound Pet of the Week: Shelter, located 1.4 miles Gracie, Jupiter, Puppy and north of Route 101 on Route Angel are still patiently wait- 12 in Dayville (telephone: 774- ing for that special family to 1253). You may also visit us on come and take them to their www.petfinder.com under ZIP forever homes. A6 • Friday, February 1, 2008 KILLINGLY VILLAGER

SCHOOLS AND THE PUBLIC are encour- aged to submit items for inclusion on the Learning Page. The deadline is noon Monday. Send all items to LEARNING Editor Stephanie Jarvis at KILLINGLY HIGH SCHOOL [email protected] Monday, Feb. 4: Tempura chicken with sweet and sour sauce, fried rice, Oriental vegetables, fruit, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 5: Chili boule with cheese, Fashion show raises money for Project Graduation seasoned corn, fruit choice, milk. Wednesday, Feb. 6: Grilled cheese paninni on ciabatta bread, oven fries, fruit choice, SENIORS GET FIRST LOOK milk. Thursday, Feb. 7: Rigatoni pasta with meat AT PROM FASHIONS sauce, sliced veggies, fruit choice, milk. Friday, Feb. 8: Pizza, cucumber slices with BY BRAD TILLES dip, fruit choice, milk. VILLAGER STAFF WRITER WOODSTOCK — The Woodstock Academy KILLINGLY CENTRAL/MEMORIAL SCHOOL seniors got an early taste of prom at their Monday, Feb. 4: Beef nachos with cheese third annual Formal Fashion Show, which or ham grinder, cucumber slices, 100 per- raised money to benefit Project cent fruit juice, milk. Graduation. On Sunday, Jan. 27, at the Tuesday, Feb. 5: Chicken fingers or hot Woodstock Academy Auditorium, 12 males dog, roll, potato puffs, fruit choice, milk. modeled off their tuxedos and 16 females Wednesday, Feb. 6: Tomato soup, grilled showcased their beautiful dresses, donated cheese or tuna sandwich, oven fries, milk. by the Trink-Et Shoppe of Danielson. Thursday, Feb. 7: Oven fried chicken, “The kids looked fantastic and they had a whipped potatoes, biscuit, fruit cup, milk. great time, and it was another success for Friday, Feb. 8: Pizza, garden salad, fruit Project Graduation,” said Janet Turini, choice, milk. Academy teacher and one of the coordina- tors of the event. KILLINGLY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cynthia Beckwith, Emily Weaver, Monday, Feb. 4: BBQ ribs on a roll, oven Stephanie Bernardi, Abby Thienel, Jacky fries, fruit, milk. Brown, Jessica Tallie, Cassie Collins, Tuesday, Feb. 5: Chicken cacciatore, Reilly Sowka, Jerica Dziki, Heather Brad Tilles photo spaghetti, breadsticks, salad, fruit, milk. Slesinski, Sarah Fish, Jess Parker, Hilary LEFT: Dave Walsh and Heather Slesinski show off their formal wear at Woodstock Academy’s third annual Wednesday, Feb. 6: Pizza, salad, fruit, Kasek, Holly Richards, Alex Larrow and Formal Fashion Show. RIGHT: P.J. Ambrozaitis and Cassie Collins get an early taste of prom by modeling milk. Emma Leonard had the opportunity to their formal wear. BELOW: Twenty-eight Woodstock Academy seniors modeled the latest formal fashion Thursday, Feb. 7: Foot-long hot dog, baked wear an assortment of dresses by design- wear at Woodstock Academy’s third annual Formal Fashion Show. The show raised money to go toward the beans, carrot sticks, fruit, milk. ers such as Jessica McClintock, Zum Zum senior class’s Project Graduation. Below:Twenty-eightWoodstock Academy seniors modeled the latest for- Friday, Feb. 8: Sandwich choice with let- and Faviana. mal fashion wear at Woodstock Academy’s third annual Formal Fashion Show. The show raised money to tuce and tomato, chips, fruit, juice, milk. “I liked picking out the dresses, and it’s go toward the senior class’s Project Graduation. been really fun,” Sowka said. “This is my BROOKLYN MIDDLE, ELEMENTARY first fashion show and it’s great because I SCHOOLS want to pursue a career in fashion mer- chandising.” Monday, Feb. 4: Cheeseburger on a whole- R.J. Abbot, Dave Walsh, P.J. Ambrozaitis, wheat roll, Tater Tots, vegetables, choice of Kenny Pontrelli, Sam Blodgett, Paul fruit, milk. Nickerson, Steven Chivandire, Scott Tuesday, Feb. 5: Chicken nuggets, mashed Mullin, Matt Desrosiers, Chris Lajoie, potatoes, peas and carrots, choice of fruit, Bobby Glass and T.J. Lafollette accompa- milk. nied their dates on stage and showed off Wednesday, Feb. 6: Tuna boats, bag of their tuxedos by designer brands such as chips, side salad, choice of fruit, milk. Seven Unlimited, Calvin Klein and After Thursday,Feb.7:Chicken and gravy, Six. mashed potatoes, corn, choice of fruit, “It’s always good to dress up,” Walsh said. milk. “The ladies love it.” Friday, Feb. 8: Pizza, salad, choice of fruit, Teacher and varsity football coach Greg milk. Smith presided over the hosting duties, ST. MARY SCHOOL introducing each couple and detailing each model’s ensemble. Smith himself donned a Monday, Feb. 4: Corn dog, fries, carrots, tuxedo from the Trink-Et Shoppe and joked fruit, milk. about his lack of previous knowledge of Tuesday, Feb. 5: Breaded oven fried chick- formal wear. en, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, fruit, “My wife Robyn has been training me for milk. Wednesday, Feb. 6: this day for months,” Smith said to the and that’s the important part,” said Project goal of the night is to help ensure that stu- Cheese ravioli, garlic audience. “I’ve been a coach here for 15 Graduation Committee Treasurer Sue dents do not get involved in risky behavior bread, salad, fruit, milk. Thursday, Feb. 7: years and I’ve never seen a coach more Larrow. on the eve of graduation. The committee is Oriental chicken with maniacal than my wife was about prepar- Despite the inclement weather, the com- looking to raise $23,000 throughout the orange sauce, stir-fry vegetables, rice, ing me for this.” mittee and the students still found the year with various fund-raisers for Class pineapples, fortune cookie, milk. Friday, Feb. 8: In addition to the fashion show, there were show to be a success. Night. Cheese or broccoli pizza, plenty of raffles, silent auctions and “This year’s fashion show was great fun,” “The Project Graduation Committee works vegetable sticks and dip, fruit, juice, milk. refreshments throughout the afternoon. said committee member Pam Lee. “Ms. hard all year long to provide events for the HARVARD H. ELLIS TECH Prizes included gift certificates to local Turini and Mr. Smith did a marvelous job Woodstock Academy community as a businesses such as the Inn at Woodstock supporting us at the school. If it were not whole,” Lee said. “We are very happy to Monday, Feb. 4: Pizza, side salad, apple, Hill, Midtown Fitness, Benway’s Auto, for them, we could not have gotten through continue the events that have become tra- milk. Crabtree and Evelyn, Pomfret Spa, this. Everyone worked so hard and brought ditions.” Tuesday, Feb. 5: American chop suey, Aesthetics Salon and Rustica Restaurant. very special talents and generous dona- The last two major fund-raising events for green beans, pears, milk. Unfortunately,due to an afternoon of snow tions to make this a very successful event.” Project Graduation are the Comedy Night Wednesday, Feb. 6: Grilled cheese sand- flurries, the fashion show did not attract as The Project Graduation Committee, com- and the Spring Golf Tournament. The wich, vegetable blend, assorted fruit, milk. many people as the Project Graduation prised of about 24 parents of senior stu- Comedy Night will be held on Saturday, Thursday,Feb.7:Enchilada bake, Committee had hoped for. dents at Woodstock Academy, is raising March 8, at the Wright’s Mill Farm in Mexicali corn, pineapple, milk. “I think it was a fun show and I wish there money for the senior students’ Class Night Canterbury. The Golf Tournament will be Friday, Feb. 8: Meatball or eggplant was a better turnout, but the kids had fun celebration in June. Part of the celebration held on Saturday, May 10, at Thompson grinder, coleslaw, peaches, milk. will be an all-night, International Speedway. chaperoned, sub- Eastern Connecticut Pellet Sales LLC. stance-free, all- Brad Tilles may be reached at (860) 928-1818, expense-paid trip to a ext. 113, or by e-mail at brad@villagernews- Hardwood Pellets secret location. The papers.com. 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SCHOOLS AND THE PUBLIC are encouraged to submit items for inclusion on the Learning Page. The deadline is noon Monday. Send all items to Editor Stephanie Jarvis at LEARNING [email protected] School hosts New Haven Symphony Orchestra workshop BY JOSH SAYLES have this experience in order to be prepared has also been bringing opera for fifth-graders VILLAGER STAFF WRITER for this trip,” Becker said. “That was a partic- to the area for the last 34 years. This is the sec- BROOKLYN — “When we get all those ularly good group. … The kids already had ond year that the New Haven Symphony instruments together, the string, the winds, some knowledge and were eager to tell me Orchestra has been involved; 18 schools in the the brass [and the percussion] and they play, what they knew. … They were enthusiastic area have held workshops involving violinists what do we call them?” New Haven Symphony and very well behaved.” and/or cellists. Orchestra violinist Joanna Becker asked a Brooklyn Elementary School music teacher “Last year [the children] were thrilled with third-grade music class at Brooklyn Patricia O’Rourke had already been educating not only the workshop here at school, but they Elementary School. the children on the basics of classical music. thoroughly enjoyed going [to the perfor- A whole bunch of hands shot up into the air. “It’s something that many of [these kids] mance],” said O’Rourke. “The program was “An orchestra,” several children responded aren’t exposed to, and [the orchestra] gives very well geared toward [students] of their at the same time. them an opportunity to develop a sense of age. … Becker hosted a special workshop in third- music appreciation,” O’Rourke said. “They “I think Joanna did a fabulous job,” grade music classes at the school on also become familiar with the different instru- O’Rourke continued. “She was very much Wednesday, Jan. 23. She spent time educating ments so that they can make a choice later on aware of the age of her audience and was very the children on various musical concepts such if they choose to partake in an instrumental respectful of all of their responses. … She was as composers, instrument families and how a activity.” able to handle the students in a gentle way. … violin creates sound. The lesson was in prepa- “I think it’s important to expose children to We’re very grateful that the Performing Arts ration for a class field trip to see the New classical music and the possibilities it pre- of Northeast Connecticut makes this opportu- Haven Symphony Orchestra at the Hyde sents,” said Performing Arts of Northeast nity available because it isn’t something we Cultural Center on April 4. The excursion is Connecticut coordinator Barbara Scripps. “I could probably afford if they didn’t offer it to provided free of charge through the think children in this area don’t get the oppor- us.” Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut, a tunity to see a violin or a cello in a classroom Josh Sayles photo volunteer nonprofit organization, via grants setting.” Josh Sayles may be reached at (860) 928-1818 New Haven Symphony Orchestra violinist Joanna and private donations. In addition to the orchestra program, the ext. 110, or by e-mail at josh@villagernewspa- Becker plays the violin for Patricia O’Rourke’s third- “The purpose is to have all of the children Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut pers.com grade music class. New jobs with a new year Are you a dog person?

nce we step into careers that have grown in interest, oyalty, a warm heart many others, such as chew- high school, we and may just be something that and a slobbering ing up shoes and uncontrol- Orealize that these KHS interests you. Ltongue. Almost every- KHS lable barking. I have had are our final years in According to Yahoo, a few of one I know has a dog. Unlike many experiences that have school at Killingly. As REDLINE these occupations include home most humans, no matter REDLINE involved Abby rubbing her upperclassmen we con- healthcare services, where you can what happens, or what you little butt across the kitchen template about what EMILY become a registered nurse or do to your dog, they will STEPHANIE floor! I have no idea what always forgive you. Dogs are she’s thinking while she careers we will be going GALLUP health aid, which was number one RAY into. Many want to find of interest. Another would be man- the most unselfish crea- does that. It’s disgusting, but something that is very agement, scientific and technical tures. When you come home, it’s also really funny to popular and pays very consultant where you can experi- they are always there to I have is named Abby, and watch. Ruca will wake well. With a new year here, there are new ence being in marketing, sales, financial greet you with an out-of-con- she is a golden retriever everyone up in the morning services or a software engineer. trol wagging tail and a cold with way too much energy! with her out-of-control tail. Management, scientific and technical con- nose. She is always excited and She wags her tail as soon as sultant appeared to be number three on the Dogs constantly require wanting to play. These two she sees you’re awake and it Procrastination and list of the top eight jobs. One of the few left loads of attention from their dogs are amazingly loving will bang on the washing on the list was independent artists, writers owner and may become jeal- and protective of my family. machine making the loud- student syndrome and performers. This includes graphic ous when a new member of But watch out! Dogs also est, most annoying sound. design, photography, copywriting, website the family arrives. But a dog have some nasty habits that As soon as this happens, design, musical performers, dancers and can always find a place in could make you laugh, or everybody in the house is s I began to start my homework on actors. There are five more occupations on their heart for that person. flip a lid! A brilliant example awake. But, even though we Monday night, I checked my agenda the list that give students a broader view of They stay with you through would have to be that lone get mad at her in the morn- Ato see what I had due for the next the different type of jobs out there and the good and bad times of dinner plate left on the table ing, we realize if she didn’t day. My chapter outline for sociology was where they are located. If you have an idea your life, and can provide while you got up to get a do it, we wouldn’t wake up due next class, and I had a Spanish test to of what you’d like to do, you should get comfort when you’re feeling drink. And when you in time for school and work. study for. Then, I thought, hmmm, I don’t started today! down in the dumps. return, nothing is to be Regardless of these have those classes again for two days. I As Yahoo has its own list of the top career I have two dogs of my own. found but a plate that habits, you can’t deny a dog don’t need to start that now. choices of 2008, so does the U.S. World News One is named Ruca, and she seemed to be licked spotless! is the best pet to keep you It looked like no home- and Report. Some of their own choices is a yellow lab with a fat You look down and there lies company and to laugh at. work for me that night, include audiologist, clergy, dentist, editor, belly that’s perfect for using that dog with its big eyes Good or bad, a dog will love so I watched some TV, firefighter and hairstylist/ cosmetologist. as a pillow! My dad fell in staring up at you and you unconditionally, which love with the name from a is why dogs are referred to talked on AIM, painted Whereas U.S. World News and Reports top mashed potatoes on their lit- song he heard. The other dog as man’s best friend. my nails and even choices differ very much, they all have tle black nose! And there are cleaned my room. something in common, too. They are the Thanks to the block new top choices of 2008. schedule, I can put off While searching for the right jobs, there my homework all the are many places, such as major cities, that KHS time now! offer the popular choices. Although this Valentine’s Day is overrated Wait, back this up a may be an inconvenience for you to travel, REDLINE few steps. This doesn’t money may help your interest within the sound right. First of all, job also. Many of the jobs listed above offer hy should there be wrong way. There is no need KELLY I am cleaning my room. $21,000 to $46,000 a year, depending upon one day a year for all this additional stress. That is the first sign that which career you may be looking into. Wwhere everything in KHS Valentine’s Day should be ALLAN there is something com- Money is always a plus for the job. a relationship has to be per- just another day with the fect? Relationships are REDLINE person you love. It shouldn’t pletely wrong with me. Even though you may think you are ready already so stressful, never be about giving each other And second of all, since when do I not do to just jump into a field that interests you mind trying to find the per- the best gifts or a competi- my homework? When do I ever have time right off the bat, there are some features MARISA fect card, gift and the perfect tion to see who spends more to do what I want when I get home? I mean, that would help you get ready for what you SWANTEK will be going into. Some of these ideas thing to say.This is not what money. There are so many I always end up doing my work at some Valentine’s Day was created other ways to show your love point, but this year I feel like I’m not work- would include becoming well known with what the job has to offer and what it is based for. her and signed it, “From for someone rather than just ing so hard. Procrastination is getting the It all started when buying those gifts. Love is best of me. Do I blame it on myself or do I upon. Another requirement that is needed Your Valentine.” Pope in order to graduate from Killingly High “Claudius the Cruel” was Gelasius set aside Feb. 14 for about so much more than blame the block schedule? having a hard time finding that. Student syndrome. A common disease School, but is also a major help is the Job Saint Valentine in 496 A.D. men to join his military Sadly, over the years, the So this year on Valentine’s spreading through Killingly High School. Shadow Program. This helps students leagues. He figured that this message has changed to Day, rather than trying to It refers to the phenomenon that many stu- receive more knowledge on the career they was because all the men did- “The only way to show your impress your significant dents will begin to fully apply themselves are looking into. This program is a wonder- n’t want to leave their wives, love is by how much you buy other with the best gift, try to a task only just before a deadline. ful opportunity, and each person should be open to do more than one. One of the other so he cancelled all mar- your loved one,” with all the just using that time to spend Procrastination. The word itself comes main helpers to get you started would be the riages. However, Saint commercial and magazine time with them. If you want from the Latin word procrastinatus: pro- education behind the career; this includes Valentine continued to per- ads showing models with to buy that card or gift for (forward) and crastinus (of tomorrow). form marriages in secret. knowing what classes you will be taking to perfect bodies giving each them, then go ahead, but This character defect is a widespread When Valentine’s ways were don’t just be buying it for become involved with your new career. other chocolates and jewelry. trait among many Americans. 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these curricula as their own if ondary school education. are good ideas behind it. I’m not CABE they so choose. The argument pre- However, statistics have shown sure what it will look like when continued from page A1 sented was that many local school that the slippery slope for drop- the legislation gets a hold of it. districts are all writing their own ping out begins as early as fourth I’m afraid it will be another dropout rates to racial segrega- curricula while trying to meet the grade. Several people in atten- unfunded mandate.” tion to economic situations. state’s demands. The pre-written dance at the meeting believed it King agreed with Murray, say- He showed a statistic saying curricula save significant time was necessary to address elemen- ing that funding is the major that the median yearly earnings and money. tary and middle school problems issue. He said that if the entire (2005) of a high school dropout are There will also be Connecticut in order to get to the root of cer- state requires a minimum of 24 $22,939 and a high school graduate end-of-the-year examinations in tain high school quandaries. credits for graduation, it might be makes $30,766. Someone with an five courses (Algebra I and II, “It’s kind of like the first, sec- difficult to fund the additional associate’s degree earns $37,605, Biology, English II and U.S. ond and third draft of a paper,” staff. He is also worried that and a bachelor’s degree receives History) that will follow the state McQuillan said. “This is the first increasing the rigor of the cur- $49,898. McQuillan said that it curricula. These tests, which will draft.” riculum will increase the dropout takes approximately $38,000 annu- be mandatory, must be passed in McQuillan added that the sec- rate. ally to support a family of four. order to complete the course. ond draft is a fall conference to McQuillan disagreed with King, While it may not be realistic to There will be similar regulations which he will bring many of the saying that it is students’ engage- expect people to make $38,000 with for laboratory science courses, ideas suggested at the secondary ment in programs, not the diffi- a high school education, but those will be catered to indi- school reform conversations. The culty of courses that determines McQuillan said he wanted to rein- vidual districts. third draft will be sent to legisla- the dropout rate. vest in the educational system in “I think there’s a long way to go tion; McQuillan hopes legislation Still, King believes that CABE is order to “allow students to go on before they work out all the kinks will pass it by December 2008 and moving in the right direction. to college or to have a set of skills to this,” said Nelson King, a mem- the general assembly will do the “The more I hear these presen- to attain an income beyond this ber of the Killingly Board of same by July 2009. The goal is to tations made, the more I think the level.” Education. “I think all the ques- have some variation of this plan state is getting a better handle on CABE plans to recommend a tions about what happens at pre- implemented by 2012 for the moving [education] forward,” he state minimum of 24 credits for kindergarten and lower grades incoming Class of 2015. said. graduation, as well as model cur- need to be discussed if this is to be “I think there is a lot of merit to Josh Sayles photo ricula for many of the core cours- a success.” [this proposal],” said Killingly Josh Sayles may be reached at CABE Commissioner Mark McQuillan es offered in high school. School Tuesday’s conversation was Board of Education member (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail gives a presentation on CABE’s plans districts can adopt some or all of specifically intended for sec- Richard Murray. “I think there at [email protected] for secondary education. Quiet Corner towns get ready for primary; pols react to State to the Union

to the Putnam Democratic Town polling places will be open from 6 which is meant to put money back Dodd said in a press release. PRIMARY Committee as of yet. a.m. to 8 p.m. the day of the prima- in the pockets of consumers. Congressman Joe Courtney (D- continued from page A1 Angie Henrichan, the chairman ry. “To build a prosperous future, 2nd Connecticut District) stated of Putnam’s Republican Town In Killingly, there are five loca- we must trust people with their that he felt Bush’s speech started ing party changes,” said Susan Committee, stated that she has tions to cast a ballot: the Killingly own money and empower them to Woodward of the Woodstock off strong with his economic stim- made some phone calls in an Public Library (25 Westcott Road), grow our economy,” Bush said in ulus plan, but the rest of the Registrar of Voters office. effort to encourage people to vote. Killingly Intermediate School his speech. “Our economy is issues fell short with no clear ini- Ada Temple of the Thompson “I urge all Republicans to vote (1599 Upper Maple St.), the South undergoing a period of uncertain- Registrar of Voters also men- because it’s important for people Killingly Fire Station (803 ty.” tiative. tioned the hectic process of get- to have the chance to vote for their Providence Pike), the In addition, Bush touted the “President Bush tonight made a ting everyone affiliated with a candidate,” Henrichan said. Northeastern Connecticut level of progress made in Iraq due long overdue acknowledgement political party if they wish to As with Putnam’s Democrats, Council of Governments Building to the increase of U.S. troops a that our slumping economy is in vote. the Republican Town Committee (125 Putnam Pike) and the year ago. need of a shot in the arm,” “We are very busy because of all has not yet officially endorsed a Killingly Community Center (185 Bush also put several important Courtney said in a statement the people are changing their Republican candidate, but Broad St.). issues in the hand of Congress, immediately following the speech. party from unaffiliated so that can Henrichan indicated that she per- Brooklyn will have one polling such as his proposal to change the “Eastern Connecticut’s families vote,” Temple said. sonally found former station, in the Brooklyn Middle tax code in health care and allow a are feeling the pinch, and we need Jenny Moses of the Brooklyn Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney School auditorium. standard deduction for every citi- a new game plan that provides registrar office helped with absen- as a good candidate. Eastford residents may cast zen who buys health insurance energy, housing and tax relief to tee ballots at the Pierce Baptist “I like the way that he has been their ballots at the Town Office and expand a health savings Church on Tuesday, Jan. 29, work- working across the aisles to work building on 16 Westford Road. account. Bush also spoke about jumpstart the U.S. economy.” ing on removing the recently with the Democrats on the In Putnam there are two loca- the positive results to his No Child In addition, Courtney stated his deceased off of the voter list and issues,” Henrichan said. tions: District 1 is at Murphy Park Left Behind Act and asked hopes for Bush’s willingness to getting people ready for working On Jan. 2, Secretary of the State (20 Keach St.) and District 2 is Congress to strengthen the act to engage in serious negotiations at their polling station at the Susan Bysiewicz determined the assigned to the town garage (141 increase accountability and flexi- with Congress to construct the Brooklyn Middle School. order of names to appear on the Fox Road). bility for states and districts, economic stimulus plan. “We’re just getting people who ballot through a blind drawing. Pomfret residents may cast reduce the number of high school “My constituents are eager to are working for the election ready For the Republican ballot, the their vote at Pomfret Community dropouts and provide extra help see the Bush Administration here with all that needs to be former mayor of New York City, School. for struggling schools. apply this approach to join us in done,” Moses said. “It’s all a Rudolph Giuliani, is first, fol- In Thompson, residents can go Bush’s speech resulted in a process.” Congress in tackling a balanced lowed by former U.S. Sen. Fred to any of the four regular polling number of reactions by members energy policy, expanding chil- Connecticut is the only state Thompson of Tennessee, former stations: the Thompson Hill Fire of the House of Representatives dren’s healthcare coverage and that allows voters to register up Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, Station (70 Chase Road), and the Senate, particularly until noon Monday, Feb. 4, for the U.S. Sen. John McCain of Thompson Town Hall 9815 Connecticut politicians. U.S. Sen. developing a new policy direction primary. Residents who are regis- Arizona, U.S. Rep. Duncan Hunter Riverside Drive), St. Stephen Chris Dodd (D-Conn.), who recent- in Iraq,” Courtney said. tered Independents have to choose of California and U.S. Rep. Ron Recreational Hall (130 Old ly dropped out of the presidential Independent Democratic Sen. a political party in order to vote in Paul of Texas. Former Arkansas Turnpike Road) and the East race to become the Democratic Joseph Lieberman expressed the primary. Gov. Mike Huckabee ends the list. Thompson Fire Station (530 East nominee, spoke about how Bush hope for a constructive between Local Democratic and On the Democratic primary bal- Thompson Road). has once again demonstrated the both parties in Washington, D.C. Republican town committees have lot, U.S. Sen. Barack Obama of In Woodstock, residents have country is in the need of a new “I hope that this year both the also been preparing for the Illinois will be followed by U.S. one polling station, Town Hall direction. White House and the Congress put upcoming primary. Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio, for- located on Route 169. “I am concerned about his “I would encourage everyone to partisan consideration aside and mer U.S. Sen. Mike Gravel of While the nation’s political unwillingness to provide real produce real results for the get out and vote because it’s our Alaska, New Mexico Gov. Bill focus has been on the primaries assistance to middle class American people,” Lieberman best way to express who we want to Richardson, U.S. Sen. John for the past month, President Americans struggling to make vote for as our leader,”said Putnam Edwards of North Carolina, U.S. Bush issued his final State of the ends meet, his continued tram- said after the speech. Democratic Town Committee Sen. Chris Dodd of Connecticut, Union Address in a joint session pling of the Constitution — our Chairman Cindy Dunne. U.S. Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware of Congress Monday night. civil liberties — in the name of Brad Tilles may be reached at As for endorsing a certain can- and U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton of Highlights of his speech included national security,and his lack of a (860) 928-1818, ext. 113, or by e-mail didate, Dunne indicated that the New York. his urge to a divided Congress to plan to end the war in Iraq and at [email protected]. issue has not been brought forth In accordance to state law, all pass his economic stimulus plan, bring our troops home safely,”

help out others in the area,” Kirk said. Church youth groups For the past five years, the Youth Group CT GENERAL OIL, LLC collecting canned goods has collected monetary donations for “Souper Bowl,” but this will be the first year & Youth Group members of the First that members will collect canned foods. Congregational Church of Woodstock and HILLTOP PLUMBING, LLC the East Woodstock Congregational Church St. Stephen to conduct will be outside the Stop & Shop and Price roundtable series Chopper grocery stores in Putnam from 10 for all your a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 2, collecting THOMPSON — The Rev. Arul Peter will canned goods for the “Souper Bowl” charity conduct a roundtable five-week series on heating organization and Daily Bread of Putnam. “The Life of Jesus” at St. Stephen Church, The “Souper Bowl” is a nationwide charity 130 Old Turnpike Road, Quinebaug. event that coincides with the NFL’s Super The seminar will be held from 6:30 p.m. to and Bowl Sunday. Church Youth Group 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 14, 21 and 28 and March 6 and Coordinator Debbie Kirk is asking customers 13 in the CCD class room in the basement of plumbing needs to pick up at least one extra canned food dur- the rectory. Coffee will be severed, and all ing their shopping trip to donate to Daily are welcome to attend. Dayville, CT Bread. For more information, please call the Answering Service After Hours “It’s a big food weekend for the big football parish office at (860) 935-5205. Lic # game, so this is just one way for people to 684/204596 774-9898

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107 PROVIDENCE ST. PUTNAM, CT 06260 season TELEPHONE: (860) 928-1818 FAX: (860) 928-5946 OPINION Opinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner WWW.VILLAGERNEWSPAPERS.COM for FRANK G. WALTER C. CHILINSKI BIRD JR. PRESIDENT & EDITOR -AT- LARGE sneezes PUBLISHER What they’re saying... STEPHANIE JARVIS eturning from a trip to EDITOR the charming Caribbean Risland of Nevis, I was lost Do you plan on voting in the primary? in a dreamy state of mind when a seatmate next to me in the EDITORIAL jam-packed flight sneezed so powerfully I thought his head would fly off. I stopped breath- Make sure ing in the hope that I might not inhale some of the infectious droplets he had spewed froth to vote in and recalled a chat I’d had the morning primary of our depar- ture about a With “Super Tuesday” approaching, when flu that had more than 20 states are scheduled to hold closed the their presidential primaries, local officials island and voters here in the Quiet Corner are gear- schools. ing up for their first look at who may be lead- “Definitely.” “I do.” “Absolutely.” “Yes.” Darn, I ing the country come 2009. thought With President Bush’s two terms coming to NANCY WEISS while mur- an end, the primary and the ensuing election DON WISNIESKI, JESSICA MARTHA TERESA BUELL, muring, “God in November are extremely important for the DANIELSON TAVERNIER, GOLDSTEIN-SCHULTZ, EASTFORD bless you,” to the potential country. After numerous primaries already DANIELSON POMFRET threat to my good health. held throughout the country, U.S. Sen. John Sneezing is rampant this McCain of Arizona and former time of year. A sneeze is just a Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney appear to big “expulsion of air through be the frontrunners for Republicans, and U.S. PHOTOS AND QUESTIONS BY VILLAGER STAFF WRITER JOSH SAYLES the nose and mouth caused by Sen. Hillary Clinton of New York and U.S. irritation of the mucous mem- Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois seem to be branes” and can be called “ster- leading the Democrats. Super Tuesday will nation,” a fine word to add to hopefully result in a clearer picture of just our lexicon. My fellow traveler what two names will be listed on the ballot in LETTERS TO THE EDITOR probably sent out 2,000 to 5,000 November. bacteria-filled droplets into the Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. the cabin air at 70 to 100 mph! day of the primary next Tuesday, Feb. 5 — Bruno: Wants answers to questions Apparently it is better to let the plenty of time to stop before work, on the way sneeze out than to squelch it, as to the grocery store or before picking up the To the Editor: month, a lifetime? How much will the free be? (In the force is so great it can dam- kids from their after-school activities. Voting this town, nothing is ever free.) age sinuses and the inner ear. takes only a few minutes, and as a privilege As a regular writer to your fine newspaper, I am People are calling me at home with questions and Once, ladies stopped their that U.S. citizens are afforded, it should be completely dismayed by the lack of response to I am only a proud, retired senior citizen. What are sneezes with embroidered han- taken advantage of each and every time that some of my inquiries. we going to do about Owen Bell Park? Haven’t the kies pressed to their noses. opportunity is presented. It appears that the town of Killingly seems to ducks had control of everything there, including Their good manners may have Voters should be aware that for the prima- think that no response will make these problems go the track, long enough? When will we get rid of hurt their hearing. ry, they must be a registered Democrat or away.It is not my intention to blame any one person these pests permanently? Are we going to allow Some people sneeze uncon- Republican. That means those who are regis- for this lack of communication, but in general, I food to be served in this environment until we have trollably when they go in the tered as Independents must choose a political believe the town’s theory is that “silence is golden.” an epidemic? When will this beautiful facility — sun. This affliction, called phot- party, at least for the primary. Fortunately, This very well may be true in most cases, but when paid for by the citizens long before some of our ic sneeze reflex, afflicts 35 per- voters in Connecticut have until noontime on constituents ask questions, I believe that some of recreation department employees knew where cent of the world’s population. Monday, Feb. 4, to change their party in per- respect is warranted. Killingly was — be again controlled by the citizens? Others suffer from a genetically son at their town hall (the mail-in date, Jan. I begin by stating, for the public record, I believe I can tell you ahead of time, if what has been hap- related condition called snatia- 31, has passed). Although it may be bother- that the town manager, Mr. Bruce Benway, is a fine pening the past few years continues this year, the tion, which means they sneeze some to go through this process, it guaran- gentleman, well qualified and would make an excel- state of Connecticut will be involved full blast. when they have a full stomach. tees a say in the primary. lent mayor or whatever the chief executive officer Enough is enough. What about the former beautiful Who would want to spend Pomfret residents have an extra reason to of our community is to be called. I have spoken with Springtime Festival? Will there ever be a local Thanksgiving with them? Mint head to the polls — a referendum that has Mr. Benway on several occasions and have found parade again, or will this be spread all over gum makes some people been scheduled during the same time as the him to be very knowledgeable, cooperative and well Windham County so that nobody knows what is sneeze, and our cat and dogs presidential primary. Next Tuesday, voters versed on what is happening, and most of all, in my going on unless they are armed with a schedule and sneeze quite often, especially will decide whether to appropriate $4 million opinion, he has the kind of personality and disposi- choose to travel here and there and everywhere the cat, who looks perturbed toward the acquisition of future land pur- tion a person in his position requires. An excellent with gasoline prices at more than $3 a gallon? What every time it happens. chases and development rights. choice by whoever is responsible for Mr. Benway are these people thinking? Not about the citizens, The etiquette of sneezing has The vote is in line with several others that being here. that is for sure. changed. A while ago I noticed were taken during a town meeting on During my long tenure in small-town govern- You think I am an old crab? I challenge anyone to that youngsters sneeze into Thursday,Jan. 25, when residents approved a ment spanning 25-plus years, I had the pleasure of show me anything I have written here to not be true. their elbow or shoulder rather state “right to farm” ordinance, the goal of working under the direction of 12 Town Councils, I don’t make up stories. I call it as I see it, and this is then their hands or tissues. which is to foster farming as a way of life by two administrators, three mayors and 14 legal coun- how it really is. Prove me wrong. While the action does control declaring a municipality’s support of the selors. I believe I am qualified to make judgment as I know some people simply do not care, are not the splatter effect, it seemed a farmer, and $75,000 to the Wyndham Land I just have. This man is at the top of my list! No one involved, perhaps do not use these facilities. I write bit odd. A women trained in Trust to be used toward its purchase of in this town has ever done me any favors, nor do I and complain on behalf of those who do, including Montessori techniques told me approximately 46 acres of land owned by expect any, but I want to reiterate that just because me. I have better things to do, like playing my guitar she learned the method in the Murray and Carole Buttner at 294 Wrights some of us are more vocal than others, both in radio as I have for more than 60 years, but you know early ’90s. It is nicer than hav- Crossing Road. Also approved was $100,000 and in the press, this does not make us bad people, what? How will this be corrected if no one cares? I ing someone sneeze into his for a joint purchase of development rights but rather, involved. care. I am looking for answers to these questions. I hand and then pass change. It is between the state of Connecticut and the Now,for my inquiries: In the Jan. 11 edition of the am not going away. So somebody better come up another generational differ- town to purchase approximately 93 acres of Killingly Villager, I asked several questions I am with some answers because ignoring these ques- ence. People trained to shoul- land on Mashamoquet Road from Antoinette still, on behalf of the residents of our fine town, tions will make someone accountable, whether they der-sneeze must be disgusted Kent. The Connecticut Department of waiting for answers. want to be or not. I have exposed what I believe are by those of us who grab a Agriculture will contribute about $300,000 My first question was: What will the swimming honest, sincere and valid questions that deserve Kleenex and sneeze into it. toward the property in a move that will pro- hours be at Hygeia this summer? This question is long overdue answers forthwith. Stayed tuned, and The common response to a tect the land from any future development. for all the residents of the town, including seniors thanks for your indulgence. I really care. I hope you sneeze, “God bless you,” seems Here in the Quiet Corner, in an area that citizens, as of people like me. Will we have to wait all do, too. to have many origins. Some prides itself on its lush green valleys and until 3 p.m. even on days when it is 90 degrees at believe it dates to the plague rolling hills, these votes were all essential in noontime? What will the fee be? Will there be a ALBERT F. B RUNO years of the Middle Ages when helping to protect Pomfret from large hous- it was thought evil spirits senior citizens rate? Is the fee for a day, a year, a KILLINGLY ing developments. As Zoning Board of might enter the body during a Appeals member Bill Hull said during the sneeze. Others were taught that town meeting, “There is no question that it is the heart stops during a sneeze cheaper to protect open space than to allow it Richardson: Taxpayers need to follow budget process — untrue, of course — but a to be developed.” To the Editor: place. good reason to pass on a bless- As for the $4 million acquisition article, it For all of you who came out to support Prop. 46 ing to get the muscle going should be noted that approval will only allow As we enter “budgeting time” here in Woodstock, through three referenda and thought that Prop. 46 again. the town to set up the financing for any once again Proposition 46 will be at the center of was somehow protecting you against unreasonable Saying “Bless you” is a mark future land purchases, not to borrow money the process. While Prop. 46 has been reaffirmed at tax increases, time to think again. of good manners more than at this time. If and when such land proposals least three times during the last few years by mar- These issues have been reviewed with the Board any thing else. Cultural differ- come to the table, taxpayers will still have to gins of 2:1 or better — one might even consider the of Finance, repeatedly.Supporting documents have ences come in to play even in give their approval. According to First most recent municipal elections as a further confir- been provided and none of the claims have been what one says to a sneezer. The Selectman Jim Rivers, the purpose of mation — there are still those who would like to refuted. German word gesundheit is bundling the costs at once is to avoid hiring wish it away. What is the Board of Finance’s response? Well, on common. The French say,“a tes an attorney from the state’s Bond Council to Following up on last year’s last-minute correc- Tuesday Jan. 22, the board voted to ignore the past amants,” which means to your compile the necessary documents for a fee of tions to bring the budget supposedly in line with errors and to use the current year’s budget as the loves or lovers! The Japanese hundreds of dollars an hour each time, as Prop. 46, a review of the past three years’ budgets basis for calculating the limit for next year’s budget, say something different well as to obtain a better rate for the lump was done. In those three years, the spending limit — even though this year’s budget is some $750,000-plus depending on how many sum. and budget — was set using the cap calculated over the legal limit under Prop. 46. Initially this was sneezes one makes. Regardless As Rivers said, “In the next few years, the under Prop. 46. What the review showed is that going to be reviewed with the town attorney for fur- of geography, a sneeze calls for priority should be conserving land.” Voters errors similar to those found and “corrected” last ther guidance, but now even the agreement for that a response. It may be one of the who agree should make every effort to cast year occurred in each of the three preceding years. review has been rescinded. It seems that the board few ways we relate to each their choice at the referendum. Not only that, but emergency expenses and other would prefer to have a taxpayer lawsuit rather than other or strangers over a bodily “one-time” expenses exempted under Prop. 46 had a legal review with the town attorney. function. been improperly accounted for and allowed to “roll To further add to this mess, a review of legal In Alice’s Adventures in over” from one year to the next. In other words, opinions obtained under an FOI request revealed Wonderland, the Red Queen The those one-time expenses approved by town meeting that the town has been in possession of a legal opin- gives ridiculous advice about as one-time expenses were not one time, but in fact ion dating back to May 1993 that clearly stated the sneezes: “Speak roughly to turned into annual annuities compounding as they need for all budgets to be consistent with Prop. 46, your little boy/And beat him KillinglyVillager went. Bottom line, every one of the budgets for the thereby raising serious questions about the legal when he sneezes: He only does last four years has been in violation of Prop. 46. validity of the budgets for the last four years. That it to annoy/Because he knows What did this cost you, the taxpayer? $1.3 million for legal opinion went on to suggest a process for calcu- it teases.” Child abuse was ram- Every Home, the errors and roughly $200,000 more for the emer- lating the spending limit under Prop. 46 that, had it pant in Victorian times when gency expenses you got to pay for over and over been followed, would have prevented all of these Alice slipped down the rabbit again after the one time they were approved for. All issues from occurring in the first place. hole. Now rather than beating Every Week of this can be verified through public documents If taxpayers haven’t followed the budgeting sneezing boys, we can teach available through the treasure’s office, and the process in the past, this would be a good time to them to sneeze into their school superintendent’s office for the BOE budgets. start, as this is their money, at least for now. elbows or shoulders and then visit us at In addition, and still under investigation, is the fact hand them a tissue. that some of those emergency expenses taxpayers DAVID RICHARDSON www.villagernewspapers.com Nancy Weiss resides in got to pay for were reimbursed through state grants NORTH WOODSTOCK and therefore never necessary to cover in the first Pomfret and writes a weekly col- umn for Villager Newspapers. KILLINGLY VILLAGER Friday, February 1, 2008 • A11 OPINION Williams: Obama has vision, experience Bala: Restraint urged during financial instability To the Editor: ($200,000) or more? What are the legal costs, To the Editor: of us. Sen. Obama has the vision and experi- I would like to congratulate the Pomfret ($50,000)? It seems that we may be down to ence to lead this country, and the unique residents for their large turnout at the recent $3,750,000 before the town sees a nickel. Then We have a chance on Tuesday to help choose strength to bring us together in a way we have town meeting and the discussion by the we pay interest on the $4,000,000 for the life of a new course for our country.I encourage vot- long desired and deserved. Board of Selectmen regarding their presen- the bond. As a novice, I do not understand ers to participate in the primary in In this election, we must chart a course for tation of going to referendum to authorize how the selectman can access incremental Connecticut on Feb. 5, and I strongly urge vot- the future, not retreat into the past. Be a part bonding for $4,000,000 to acquire up to 2,000 funds from a bond without the town issuing a ers to support Sen. Barack Obama. of the future of America. Your vote could acres of land acquisition and/or develop- bond for the full $4,000,000, without multiple I am supporting Sen. Obama because it’s make an important difference. On Tuesday, ment rights in the town. This will increase underwriting. Once the underwriter sells the time for a change in America. Barack Obama please join me and support Barack Obama for the amount of open land in the town to bonds, for the specified amount, we responsi- is right on the issues of the economy, health- president. approximately 40 percent of the town when ble for servicing the full debt, even if we do care, ending the war and our country’s role in one considers parcels owned by the schools not draw down the full amount. This is not a world. But he is more than that, he inspires STATE SEN.DONALD E. WILLIAMS JR. and other untamable property. As $2,000 per “line of credit.” young and old, he seeks unity rather than par- 29TH SENATE DISTRICT acre seems to be an unreasonably below mar- If the town does not spend the bond money tisan division and he appeals to the best in all D-BROOKLYN ket value for land purchases when consider- from the sale immediately, what happens to ing that we have just bought development it, where will it be lodged, how will it be man- rights for $1,000 per acre, therefore, it would aged, who will manage it, what will it cost? It appear that the actual intention for using then must go into a managed fund. As we DiIorio: Vote yes for open space initiative this money is to buy more development have seen in the current market, the uncer- To the Editor: save the town money long term and some will not, rights than land. tainties of financial institutions is question- and I am confident the Board of Finance will care- Is this a good use of bond money? Several able and there are few safeguards for protect- At times, well-intentioned citizens set aside facts fully consider the long-term fiscal consequence of comments have been made by the first select- ing our investment. and resort to scare tactics to promote their view. each transaction prior to approval. man to this paper and at the town meeting I believe that our current town leaders The problem with this political approach is it Preserving the rural character and natural beau- about using the money as a “line of credit,” have unquestionable honesty; however, the becomes a game of one-upmanship, where facts get ty of Pomfret has value financial experts may not “to use only as much as we need.” The select- potential for abuse at several levels is signifi- drowned in false rhetoric. Voters deserve a better consider.Conserving farmland and wildlife habitat men stated that we would first issue tempo- cant. Although the voters are the ultimate approach than creating false impression in order to contributes to the quality of life in Pomfret in rary loans in anticipation of securing bond arbitrators of the “use of funds,” as one can pass an initiative. many ways, some of which can’t be measured funds; does this mean that we pay double see by the favorable vote, certain buzz words The newest exaggeration took place Wednesday numerically. interest on the loan and then on the bond? like “open space,” “protecting the environ- night, Jan. 23, at the town meeting to discuss I encourage Pomfret to vote yes on Feb. 5. I am Furthermore, once a bond is sold, it is not ment,” “reducing development” can cause Pomfret’s open space initiative. A proclaimed edu- confident the Zoning Commission, Board of a line of credit but a debt. In my limited voters to overlook the “devil in the details.” cator and financial expert presented the conse- Selectmen and Board of Finance will evaluate each knowledge of bonding, in order to sell bonds, Although I strongly favor the purchase of quences of growth, asserting that it would lead to transaction responsibly. Each transaction will be the town must identify to people called bond land for open space, I think that we should dramatic tax increases. This assertion is not true considered fiscally, and with respect for the town’s underwriters the nature of the “use of “pay as we go” as we have seen what debt has for Pomfret and is not supported by any of plan of conservation. Most importantly,each trans- funds.” The underwriters then put together a done to our state and to our country.I believe Pomfret’s current assessment, enrollment or cen- action must go to the citizens for a vote, and the tax- package to sell the bonds to investors at a that we should make it difficult for our town sus data. It is a myth, and unfortunately, some of payers have the final say. specified interest rate. The bonds are then officials to spend our tax money, rather than those perpetuating the myth know it as such. JOHN DIIORIO sold to investors by the underwriter with make it easy, as this referendum question help from town officials and funds raised by suggests. I urge restraint during this time of The truth is, some preservation initiatives will POMFRET the underwriter are then made available to financial instability and vote “no” to the ref- the town. This process raises several ques- erendum question. tions. Arcand: Poverty issues must be part of election The Board of Selectmen has not identified JOHN BALA To the Editor: security platforms. an underwriter, which is not a problem at FORMER POMFRET SELECTMAN As “Super Tuesday” approaches, ONE Vote ’08 this early stage; however, the selection of an As a voter and a member of a local chapter of only plans to turn the pressure up. For instance, underwriter requires a complex “due dili- Editor’s note: For more on this issue, please the poverty-fighting group ONE, I have been work- ONE members have gotten all of the major candi- gence” process. Do we have the financial see story on page 1 on the Pomfret town meet- ing with the more than 2.4 million ONE members dates to go on the record and lay out their concrete skills to make such decisions? What will the ing and the Feb. 5 referendum. nationally to make the fight against extreme plans to fight global poverty and disease if elected, cost of underwriting? Could it be 5 percent poverty and global disease an issue in the 2008 for all voters to see. I encourage voters to view SOUND OFFS presidential election. those plans and compare the candidates at I know global poverty is usually not part of the www.onevote08.org/ontherecord. conversation when it comes to presidential poli- For the sake of the lives being lost and the secu- Independent firm should conduct survey tics. But through ONE Vote ’08, ONE’s non-parti- rity of Americans here at home, preventing global san effort made up of ordinary voters and some of poverty and disease must be part of this year’s The survey the Putnam Board of When companies run surveys to find out the most experienced political and policy experts campaign. Want to hear something a little differ- Education is asking people to fill out is a good how their customers feel about them or do in America, that’s all changing. ONE members are ent out of the candidates this year? Visit ONE.org idea. However, if the board is really interest- employee surveys, they hire independent, engaging the candidates at campaign stops across and get involved. ed in knowing parents’ concerns about the non-biased firms to collect the information America and asking them about their plans to RACHAEL ARCAND school system, it should spend a little money and report the results. This eliminates the and hire an outside firm to run the survey. risk of having the information manipulated fight poverty and save lives. Candidates are PUTNAM responding, some with policy speeches, others by Having citizens send info into the superinten- to serve someone’s personal agenda. If they incorporating global poverty into their national dent’s office is a mistake. are going to do this, do it right. Trust Your Neighbors Your Guide to Your Neighbors at Your Service

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POLICE LOG SPORTS Killingly THURSDAY, JAN. 24 Edwin Pena, 22, no address given. Charged with violation of a protective order. Britney Boldue, 20, of 47 Allen St., Derosier, Joyner step up for Redmen Moosup. Charged with violation of a pro- tective order. SATURDAY, JAN. 26 ILLINGLY WINS SIXTH STRAIGHT Gregory Currier, 27, of 69 Walnut St., K Putnam. Charged with driving under the influence and failure to drive right. BY BENJAMIN R. KIPP When Shane went on the bench SPORTS CORRESPONDENT in foul trouble, Tommy stepped KILLINGLY — It took over a up and drained three after three Brooklyn quarter to finally get the offense after three,” said the elder SATURDAY, JAN. 26 going, but once it got going, it Derosier. Michael LeClaire, 23, of 29 Tiffany St., was like a stone rolling down a All game long, the inside pres- Brooklyn. Charged with disorderly con- big hill. Only a miracle would get ence of Joyner and the outside duct and breach of peace. shooting of Derosier kept the it to stop. Norman Benoit, 54, of 332 Day St., Indians defense off balance and Killingly forward Shane Brooklyn. Charged with possession of Gibson dropped in 24 points, co- kept pressure off of Gibson. marijuana. captain Tommy Derosier added “That’s what I think was the 16 points and Adrien Joyner also tone-setter in the game,” said added 16 points in the Redmen’s Derosier. “That gave them a lift Danielson when Tommy knocked them out 84-61 win over visiting Montville WEDNESDAY, JAN. 23 last Friday night. with those three’s.” Roger Rioux, 40, of 13B Railroad Ave., It’s KHS’ sixth win in a row. “When anyone is hitting Plainfield. Charged with assault (third besides me it takes pressure off “We knew we had a six-game degree) and disorderly conduct. stretch were we as a coaching of me,” said Gibson. “When my Michael Pepe, 48, no address listed. staff were expecting that we teammates get in double figures Shane Gibson scored 24-points in the Redmen's 84-61 win. Charged with disorderly conduct. would be the upper team,” said it takes pressure of me.” With a modest eight points at Barbara Wade, 39, of 144A Prospect Ave., Killingly head basketball coach Indians back home with their “The other kids are really step- the half, Gibson once again took Danielson. Charged with interfering, Scott Derosier. “The kids have sixth loss of the season. ping up and that’s what we need charge in the third quarter scor- resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and done it.” Killingly went on a 21-6 scor- to really succeed down the line,” ing 10 of the Redmen’s 24 points assault on a police officer. Derosier had to sit Gibson for ing spree starting with just said coach Derosier. and helping them earn their 11th THURSDAY, JAN. 24 part of the second quarter, but to under two minutes after the The Redmen are back in win on the season. Elizabeth Fanning, 20, of 255 Main St., no one’s surprise, his son quarter started and didn’t stop action tonight as they host “It’s the best start I’ve ever had Danielson. Charged with disorderly con- Tommy and center Joyner until there was less then a Windham. The Whippets are in a Killingly uniform, and the duct and threatening. stepped up in a big way. minute left to go on the clock. only one of two teams that have most wins I’ve had in a single Combined, they accounted for 13 Jarrod Larkin and Alex beaten the Redmen so far this FRIDAY, JAN. 25 season. It’s a good year for us,” of the team’s 23 second-quarter Adams finished off the scoring season. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. Rodney Sellers, 43, of 7 Foster St., added Gibson. points to take a commanding 39- spree with a combined six points Danielson. Charged with threatening (sec- It was a game of runs, mostly 28 lead into the locker room. to open up the game at 61-40 with ond degree) and harassment (second by the Redmen especially in the “A.J. came right out of the less then a minute left in the degree). third quarter that sent the blocks, he responded tonight. quarter. SATURDAY, JAN. 26 John Delany,38, of 45 Cady St., Danielson. Charged with breach of peace. William Scott, 62, of 43A Cady St., Danielson. Charged with breach of peace. Teams looking for final QUIET CORNER SCOREBOARD Monday, Jan. 28 Douglas Wootton, 43, no address given, Woodstock. Charged with threatening. pushes late in season The following are Jan. 25 Norwich Free scores reported to Boys’ Basketball Academy 64, BY BENJAMIN R. KIPP The Clippers are relatively Villager Newspapers Woodstock Academy SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Killingly 84, Catching clinic young — only Lamoureux and through the CIAC Montville 61 36 With two-thirds of the basket- defensive specialist Lauren Web site for games Norwich Free Jan. 23 THOMPSON — present during the ball season gone, it’s the final Konicki are seniors on this from the preceding Academy 68, Dave Weaver, event. opportunity for girls’ basketball year’s team. Tarr should only get week. Girls’ Basketball nationally known as Registration for Woodstock Academy Woodstock Academy programs to gear up and make better, as well as Kelsey Rybacki, Jan. 28 47 one of the best the event begins at their final push for a place in their 3-point specialist, so better 57, catching coaches in 8:30 a.m. and there Boys’ Basketball Putnam 64, Stafford 35 their respective conference and days are ahead for them. It Lyman Memorial 33 the country,will be a is a fee of $20, but it class tournaments. would be good experience for the Putnam 41, presenter at this is not required. All Griswold 39 Woodstock, the first team to younger players to get a feel for Girls’ Basketball year’s 10th annual catchers of Little qualify for postseason play, is in. playoff basketball. Jan. 26 Lyman Memorial 52, Northeast League age are The Centaurs solidified them- Killingly is in an awkward Girls’ Basketball Putnam 37 Connecticut Little invited to attend, selves a spot in the Eastern position. Only five girls came out Tourtellotte 42, Montville 61, League Coaches’ and it is open to Connecticut Conference for the team this year and at Plainfield 18 Killingly 17 Clinic on Saturday, youth coaches and Tournament with a 62-40 win times have played varsity games March 8, at parents, as well. against New London on Jan. 15. with four players. Its only win so Tourtellotte For more infor- A pleasant surprise has been the far this year was a 43-29 win Memorial High mation, contact Joe play of ball handler Leah against Douglas, Mass. in the School from 9 a.m.-1 Lindley at 928-5527, Janetatos. Putnam Christmas Tournament QUIET CORNER SCHEDULE p.m. or via e-mail at Another reason why the held late December. For an ECC In addition, there joelindley119@hot- Centaurs are in the position they medium team, “frustration” is at Friday, Feb. 1 Boys’ Basketball will be four addi- mail.com. are in is because of center Anne the forefront of head coach Rich tional clinicians Boys’ Basketball Griswold at Killingly,7 p.m. Zinn. A force underneath the Label with the lack of numbers Ellis Tech at Cheney Tech, 6 p.m. Putnam at Wheeler, 7 p.m. basket, her tall frame allows her to play varsity basketball. Fitch at Woodstock Academy, 7 Tourtellotte at New London, 7 to gobble up any loose ball Tourtellotte has been a wel- p.m. p.m. Danielson FT contest results around the net. The Centaurs come surprise, as the Tigers Putnam at Tourtellotte, 7 p.m. Windham Tech at Ellis Tech, 7 are currently 10-6, but face an have gone 7-7 to date under new DANIELSON — Families, relatives and Windham at Killingly,7 p.m. p.m. uphill battle with Fitch, head coach Rebecca Bissonnette. Woodstock Academy at Ledyard, friends watched as 19 boys and girls showed Ledyard, Norwich Free They have beat teams they their skills and abilities at the annual Girls’ Basketball 7 p.m. Academy and East Lyme to close should have, and lost to teams Danielson Elks-sponsored Youth Hoop Shoot Cheney Tech at Ellis Tech, 6 p.m. out the season. they should have lost to. The competition held at the Killingly Community Killingly at Windham, 7 p.m. Girls’ Basketball Opposite the Centaurs are the good news is they are one win Center Gymnasium. The competition was Tourtellotte at Putnam, 7 p.m. Ellis Tech at Windham Tech, 6 Putnam Clippers. Their current away from solidifying them- open to all children ages 8-13 who reside in Woodstock Academy at Fitch, 7 p.m. record is 6-9 with five games left selves in the postseason, which Killingly, Brooklyn, Canterbury, Plainfield p.m. Killingly at Griswold, 6 p.m. to play, and need two wins to should pay dividends next year. Ledyard at Woodstock Academy, and Sterling. The winner of each age group solidify themselves as a playoff Soccer standout Hillary Saturday, Feb. 2 7 p.m. will advance and compete in the District team. Sophomore Kaitlyn Tarr McKinley is the Tigers force Wrestling New London at Tourtellotte, 7 competition to be held in Groton on Jan. 27. continues to have an outstand- inside and underneath the bas- Centaur Tournament, TBA p.m. Winners of the local contest are: ing season, averaging in double ket. In a recent game she blocked CSC Conference Tournament, 9 Wheeler at Putnam, 7 p.m. 8-9 Girls: First place — Ava Crescimanno; figures in points. Head coach 19 shots, had 14 rebounds and a.m. Second place — Annie Vance. Boys: First Willie Bousquet probably didn’t added seven points to her totals. place — Ben Carobe; Second place — Jordan think he would get that much If the Tigers get things going Monday, Feb. 4 Tanney; Third place — Justin Comtois. out of his sophomore, but would there is a huge possibility they Wrestling 10-11 Girls: First place — Alexandria gracefully take every point he can go deep into the class IV Ellis Tech, Kilingly at Griswold, Berub. 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RELAY [American Cancer Society] there always is, are going to “It was just a strange, courageous battle of cancer. (Do you know 10 people you continued from page A1 director in Northeastern get pledge cards,” she said. strange time. I received the “My story has two trails would like to spend the night Connecticut,” said Faucher. “You’re going to be invited call from my dad on Sept. 12, to its journey,” she began. with?) and “What was the ly. “Thanks, everybody,it’s so just before closing … to 2001. Does anyone remember “The first part of the trail special event at last year’s “I knew when I was nice to be loved,” Stahecki make a pledge … something what was going on [on that starts with my mother.” Relay?” (a CPS3 study). charged with this year’s said. “Just know that you that you’re going to do to date]?” Faucher said her mother, Last year’s Relay brought theme, I wanted it to be are loved in return.” fight back. Then you’re During the two years his who was fighting cancer, in a collective $670,000, about family and I wanted it Stahecki talked about the going to turn in your little father courageously battled was living with her at the according to Stahecki. to be about hope. And I different Relay slogans over pledge card … and then the disease, Osbrey made time. While caring for her “That’s a feat in and of called a girlfriend, Dawn the years and introduced the you’re going to take one of several trips to Florida, mother, Faucher discovered itself,” she said before [Morin] … and we kind of new motto for the coming these little flags from the where his father was living. that she had cancer as well. thanking everyone for their came up with this year’s year. field and take it home with “I hate cancer; I hate Faucher continued to weave time, hard work and sup- theme, and it is ‘Hand in “This year, they decided to you, and as the flags disap- everything about it,” said both her mother’s and her port. Hand, We Are a Family of move to something new, pear from the field, we will Osbrey when he concluded own stories before announc- Putnam Ford Mercury Hope,’” Franklin said, draw- which, again, was a recon- know how many lives we are his father’s story. “I hate it ing that she has been cancer received the special “$10,000 ing cheers from the crowd. sideration of all the things saving and how many places with every fiber in my body, free for 12 years. donation or more award,” Each table was adorned that embody Relay,” said we are making a difference and I’m sure many of you “I’m so very grateful to my for a generous contribution with cutouts of families, Stahecki of why the slogan in the fight against cancer feel the same way.” family, my friends and the the company made to Relay. courtesy of the Girl Scouts, was changed this year. “So all year round.” Osbrey then told the people that I worked with,” According to Stahecki, the paper centerpieces and the new slogan is going to be The keynote speaker of crowd that he is a “find-the- she said. “Then I met Relay Top 25 Relay events in the boxes of crayons. According ‘Celebrate. Remember. Fight the evening was WINY’s silver-lining kind of guy” and that was an awe-inspir- country raised a total of $8.1 to Franklin, the center- Back.’ Celebrating life and morning radio personality and that is the reason he ing experience in itself and all but one of the events pieces go along with the 2008 survivorship, remembering Gary “Gary O” Osbrey, who enjoys being part of Relay because here’s all these peo- was from Northeast theme and encouraged those we have lost to this shared his personal story For Life. ple and they’re all having a Connecticut. In addition, everyone present to get horrible disease and fight- about why he is involved “That’s why I love Relay; great old time and my friend the Northeast Connecticut involved. ing back all year round.” with Relay For Life. that’s the beauty of Relay … Janie said, ‘You ought to Relay is number two in New “Everybody needs to out- She talked about how But moments before For Life. You go to Relay,and come to Relay and see what England and number one in line and trace their hands “fighting back year round” Osbrey took to the podium, what do you see at Relay?” it’s all about,’ and that’s how the state. and decorate them any way could mean cutting back on an announcement was made Osbrey asked the crowd, I got started in that.” “You’re number 13 in the they want, but make sure smoking, getting a for the owner of a red Honda before noting that smiles, As her story came to a nation,” said Stahecki. they interlock all the way colonoscopy, getting a mam- to move it because it was hugs and positive energy are close, Faucher shared her “Thirteen out of, like, 4,800 down your centerpiece,” she mogram or any other num- blocking someone’s car in. among the many great motto with those in atten- and some odd Relays.” said. “So that’s what you can ber of ways that could help This ordeal made for a things he has seen and expe- dance. This year’s Relay For Life do tonight while the rest of prevent or detect cancer. At quirky icebreaker from rienced at the annual event. “My motto is, ‘Every day of Northeastern us are up here talking.” the 2008 Relay For Life, there Osbrey as he made his way “I hate cancer, but I love is a gift,’ because it is,” she Connecticut will be held Franklin then read a poem will be a new closing cere- to the front of the room. Relay,” he said. “I love every- finished. from 11 a.m. May 17 to 11 penned by Morin that goes mony,called the “Fight Back “I’ve been upstaged by a thing it stands for.” Throughout the evening, a.m. May 18 at the by the same name as the 2008 Ceremony,” that will involve red Honda,” he said, draw- Following Osbrey’s mov- door prizes were handed out Woodstock Fairgrounds. For Relay theme, which drew all those who are still pre- ing laughs from the crowd. ing speech was the to those who could correctly more information on how to appreciative applause from sent at the closing of the On a more serious note, announcement of the 2008 answer a Relay trivia ques- get involved in Relay For the crowd. event. Osbrey talked about his late Unsung Hero. According to tion. Prizes included a ban- Life, visithttp://www.wind- Committee members, cor- According to Stahecki, a father’s battle with cancer, Faucher, everyone present ner for Relay sites, Relay hamrelayforlife.org/ or porate sponsors and team committee will set up flags from finding out that his was an Unsung Hero. merchandise and hand- http://www.cancer.org/doc- captains were asked to stand in front of the stage where father was diagnosed with “We salute all of you,” she etched glasses. Questions root/par/content/PAR_1_Re and met with thunderous the closing ceremonies will the disease in 2001 until he said. included, “How many years lay_For_Life.asp. applause before Shannon take place. passed away two years later. Following the Unsung have we been relaying in Chenoa Pierce may be Stahecki was introduced to “All of those who remain “I’ll never forget the day I Hero announcement was the Northeastern Connecticut?” reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. the crowd. until closing ceremonies, of received the phone call,” he Survivor Speaker. Faucher (12 years), “What was the 112, or by e-mail at “I’d like to introduce the which there will be a good said of hearing the news was this year’s speaker and first [Northeastern chenoa@villagernewspa- fastest moving ACS number of people because that his father had cancer. she shared the story of her Connecticut] Relay slogan?” pers.com. East Killingly Fire District planning to build new station almost certainly raise taxes in Killingly. He bling that the district is trying to rush the will determine if a new firehouse is built at FIRE added that the annual budget for the East approval of building under the noses of the via a vote at an East Killingly Fire District continued from page A1 Killingly Fire District is $152,000 and that one townspeople. meeting. fireman would cost the town approximately Stevens said that he was unsure how this The East Killingly Fire District Building mately be a cheaper option, as half of the $55,000 per year in salary and benefits. perception came about. He said that maybe Committee meets on the first Wednesday of current equipment could be sold. “You would be amazed how much your locals were not paying attention to how their every month at 7 p.m. at the firehouse, and Town Manager Bruce Benway said that expenses would go up,” said Stevens. “… If fire tax money was being spent. the East Killingly Fire District meets on the while a town-wide department could be labor is free, you should promote that.” “When people buy a car, they know what second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. cheaper, if the department were to operate at The biggest complaint from residents is they’re buying,” said Stevens. “When people a level that Killingly residents would deem that the plans for the new fire station are pay their fire taxes, they don’t know. And Josh Sayles may be reached at (860) 928-1818, acceptable, it is entirely possible fire taxes moving along at a rapid pace and that nobody they should know.” ext. 110, or by e-mail at josh@villagernewspa- could be more expensive than they are now. was aware of its progress. There is a grum- Stevens said that ultimately the taxpayers pers.com. He added a town the size of Killingly would need a minimum of 24 full-time firefighters and that the fire department would constant- ly be lobbying for more employees. Benway said that to ultimately determine if a town-wide fire department was best for the town, it would take a study that lasted several years. Stevens said a paid fire department would

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A spec- Conn. tion. Drumming on a full sized kit tacle you won’t want to miss, the • Becky Chace duo (with Brian since the age of 6, Max possesses a show at Rick’s starts at 9 p.m. and Minisce) — 8:30 p.m., The Gold natural backbeat with an uncanny will push ‘till last call. Check out Eagle, 8 Tracy Road (395 Exit 94), ability to retain complicated Big Meat online at www.bigmeat- Dayville, Conn., (860) 779-7777. arrangements. music.com or • Desert Rain — 9:30 p.m., The The Doors of Deception recent gig www.myspace.com/bigmeatmusic. Desert Café, Danielson. at the Desert Cafe in Danielson was Friday, Feb. 1 Tuesday, Feb. 5 “the biggest Thursday night ever,” • Bill McCarthy & His Guitar — 9 • Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic — 7:30 p.m., The Galway Bay, 186 Stafford according to owner Jan Goldstein. pm, Greendale’s Pub, Worcester. Top: The Doors of Deception Bottom:Big Meat Catch another big night with The St., Worcester, Mass. • Blues Jam with Brandt Taylor — 8 Doors of Deception this Saturday, • TBA — 8 p.m., Fiddler’s Green, p.m., The Desert Café, Danielson. Feb. 2, at Point Breeze in Webster, 19 Temple St., Worcester. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Mass. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. • Pilot with Nude Black Glass, • Open mic — 8 p.m., The Desert and it’s only a $5 cover. For more Radio Blackout, A Better Fall — 8 Café, Danielson. info, visit p.m., The Lucky Dog, Worcester. • RAM — 9 p.m., Lucky’s, Route 6, thedoorsofdeception.com. • Racky Thomas Band — 9:30 Foster, R.I. The Connecticut-based jam band p.m., Gilrein’s, Worcester. Thursday, Feb. 8 Big Meat will be playing its first • Pet Rock — 9 p.m., Sakura • Open mic — 8 p.m., Mill Street show in more than six months at Tokyo, Worcester. Brews (Cafe), Southbridge, Mass. Rick’s Billiards in Putnam, Conn., • Foolish U — 9 p.m., The Pump • Open mic — 8 p.m., The Village also on Saturday,Feb. 2. This dance- House, Main Street, Southbridge, Lounge, Route 171, friendly band was known for per- Mass. Putnam/Woodstock, Conn. forming a wide spectrum of music. • Ray Cooke & Open Mic — The • Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic — 8 From funk, rock and blues to trance Vanilla Bean Cafe, 450 Deerfield p.m., The Whistle Stop, Oxford. and disco, they even did spoof cov- Road, Pomfret, Conn., $5. • Desert Rain — 9 p.m., The Desert about an upcoming gig, e-mail me at Friday’s paper. Keep the music live ers like the rap song “Gin and If you’re an artist who would like to [email protected] and not so quiet here in Juice. The band played more than Café, 49 Cottage Street, Danielson, be featured, know of someone else Conn., (860) 774-3397. m. Anything I get by Sunday of each Northeastern Connecticut and 200 shows from August 2005 before who is or simply want to let us know week will make the following Central Massachusetts. VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ Friday, February 1, 2008 B3 VILLAGER REAL ESTATE OBITUARIES Aristide Blais, 93 Helga Maria Nash, 66 TAFTVILLE — Aristide “Pete” Blais, 93, of Blais. DANIELSON — Helga Maria Nash, 66, of Gladys Rabinski of Brick, N.J., eight grand- 62 South B. St., died early Wednesday morn- The son of the late Henry and Delia Danielson and formerly of Proulx Street, children, three great-grandchildren; and ing, Jan. 23, at the Norwichtown Rehab & (Pellerin) Blais, he was born Nov. 5, 1914, in Brooklyn, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, at Day many nieces and nephews. Care Center. Taftville. Kimball Hospital in Putnam. The daughter of the late Heinrich and He was the husband of the late Eveline Mr. Blais was last employed as a laundry She was the wife of 46 years of Donald L. Karoline H. (Wagner) Lesny, she was born (Phanuef) Blais, who died Aug. 14, 2002. They worker at the former Norwich Hospital in Nash Sr. , whom she married Aug. 19, 1961, Oct. 2, 1941, in Duisburg/Mitte Germany. were married July 31, 1937, in Sacred Heart Preston retiring on March 26, 1980. He was a in Rahway, N.J. She came to the United States on June 1, Church in Taftville. communicant of Sacred Heart Church in In addition to her husband, she leaves 1959, at age 17 and moved to Rahway, N.J. to He leaves his grandchildren, Brian Blais of Taftville. three sons, William L. Nash III and his wife live with her mother and stepfather, Sebastian, Fla., Tina Nowak of Woodstock, Visitation at the Guillot Funeral Home in Michele of Norwich, Don L. Nash II and his William L. Nash II. Bruce Blais of Taftville and Darlene Vallee of Taftville was held Friday,Jan. 25, followed by wife Paula of Woodstock and Robert A. Mrs. Nash worked for the United Mental Plainfield; seven great-grandchildren; two a Mass of Christian burial at Sacred Heart Nash and his wife Kathryn of Sterling; one Health Center in Plainfield as a social work- great-great-grandchildren; and numerous Church in Taftville. Burial was at the conve- daughter, Patricia M. Haas, and her hus- er for more than 20 years. nieces and nephews. nience of the family. band Doug of Liongate, Pa.; a brother, A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. He was predeceased by one son, George Alfred Nash, of Toms River, N.J.; three sis- Saturday, Feb. 2, in Tillinghast Funeral ters, Karoline Nash of Toms River, N.J., Home, 433 Main St., Danielson. Burial will Brian L. Milliron, 43 Bridget Polinsky of Pennsylvania and be private. There are no calling hours. DANIELSON/BROOKLYN — Brian L. a special niece, Amy Doiron, of Henderson, Milliron, 43, died unexpectedly Wednesday, Nev.; a nephew, Jeremy Levesque, whom he Henry Gendron, 88 Jan 23. thought of as a son, of Danielson; and many DANIELSON — Henry Gendron, 88, of 39 Webster, Mass. He leaves his wife, Kerri Blanchette other nieces and nephews. Wyndham Landing, died Jan. 26 at Day Mr. Gendron served in the Milliron; his parents, Ronald and Geraldine He was predeceased by a brother, Steven Kimball Hospital in Putnam after a long ill- Army at the end of World War Milliron, of Henderson, Nev.; two sons, Brian Milliron. ness. II. He was the proprietor for 35 William Milliron of Danielson and Joshua Born June 10, 1964, in Putnam, Mr. He leaves his wife of 22 years, Ann years at Legates Paint Store in Milliron of Ft. Myers, Fla.; a daughter, Milliron attended Killingly schools. Upon (Lafontaine) Gendron; a daughter, Judith, Webster. He was an avid golfer Stephanie Blanchette, of Ft. Myers, Fla.; five completion of his education, he worked in wife of Donald Collette; stepchildren and a 56-year member of brothers, Shawn Eubar, of Providence, R.I., the maintenance field. His last employment Michael Picard and his wife Monique, and Webster Lodge of Elks 1466. John Milliron and Chad Milliron, both of was at Loos and Co. Susan, wife of Ronald Duquette; five grand- The funeral will be held Wednesday, Jan. Henderson, Nev., Leonard Milliron of Mr. Milliron enjoyed Harley Davidsons. children, Greg Collette, Cindy Simonelli, 30, from Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel in Moosup and Chris Milliron of Cobbleskill, The funeral was held Monday, Jan. 27, at Kevin Duquette, and Dane and Cody Picard; Dudley,Mass., with a Mass at Sacred Heart of N.Y.; a beloved sister, Bobbie Ann Warner, of the Gagnon-Costello Funeral Home in and two great- grandchildren. Jesus Church in Webster, Mass. Burial fol- Danielson, a sister, Rhonda Bierschbach, of Danielson. Cremation followed with burial at He was predeceased by two brothers and lowed in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Thompson, and a sister,Kathy Cline, of Utah; Evergreen Cemetery in Central Village. four sisters. Flowers may be sent or donations may be The son of Ferdinand and Delia made to Hospice Unit at Day Kimball (Arsenault) Gendron, he was born in Hospital, 320 Pomfret St., Putnam, CT 06260. Evelyn M. Lilley, 89 OXFORD, Mass. — Evelyn M. Anthony Lilley and Damon Provencal; and Janie E. Dussault, 90 (McLaughlin) Lilley, 89, of Wheelock Street, many nephews and nieces. died Friday, Jan. 25, at the home of her She was predeceased by a granddaughter, NORTH OXFORD, Mass. — Janie E. born in Gilmanton, N.H., and lived most of daughter in Natick, after a short illness. Kara Lilley, three brothers and three sisters. (Robinson) Dussault, 90, of Turner Road, her life in Oxford. She was predeceased by her husband, The daughter of the late Frank and Ella died Tuesday, Jan. 22, at St. Vincent Mrs. Dussault was a lens maker at William B. Lilley of Oxford, who died in 1972. (McGrath) McLaughlin, she was born in Hospital in Worcester. American Optical in Southbridge for 13 She leaves four children, Carole A. Persia Houlton, Maine, and lived in Maine before She was predeceased by her husband of years, retiring in 1982. Previously, she was and her husband Thomas of Natick, John F. moving to Oxford in 1946. She graduated 40 years, Romeo H. Dussault, of Oxford, a full-fashion knitter at M.K.M. Hosiery in Lilley of Quinebaug, Conn., Sandra L. Ngoon from Houlton High School in Houlton, who died in 1977. Rochdale for 20 years. and her husband Kalvin of Palo Alto, Calif., Maine, in 1936. She leaves three sons, Henry Dussault of A member of St. Roch’s Church in and Brian D. Lilley and his companion Judy Mrs. Lilley was a member of St. Roch’s Quinebaug, Conn., Raymond Dussault of Oxford, Mrs. Dussault was a volunteer at Harnois of Webster; her daughter-in-law, Church in Oxford. She loved reading, was a Groton, Conn., and Phillip Dussault of the Oxford Senior Center. She enjoyed Susan Lilley, of Oxford; three sisters, Betty wonderful baker and was an avid Red Sox North Oxford; five daughters, Theresa quilting, sewing, crocheting and knitting. Annucci and her husband Steven of fan. McSparren of Townsend, Mary Dussault of Most of all, she loved her family. Worcester, Theresa McGuire and her hus- A funeral was held Wednesday, Jan. 30, at North Oxford, Patricia Wood of Falmouth, A funeral was held Saturday, Jan. 26, at band Mike of Glastonbury, Conn., and Paradis Funeral Home, followed by a Mass at Diane Dauksz of Oxford and Janet Thoren Paradis Funeral Home, followed by a Mass Patricia Palmucci and her husband Ray of St. Roch’s Church, both in Oxford. Burial was of Charlton; a half-sister, Clarabell Drew, at St. Roch’s Church, both in Oxford. Concord; seven grandchildren, Kim Lilley, in St. Roch’s Cemetery in Oxford. of New Hampshire; 21 grandchildren; 26 Burial was in St. Roch’s Cemetery in Megan Provencal, Nalani Ngoon, Tristan In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions great-grandchildren; three great-grand- Oxford. Ngoon, Rebecca Ngoon, Erin Lilley, and may be made to Beacon Hospice, 160 Speen children; nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu- Michael Harnois; two great-grandsons, St., Suite 202, Framingham, MA 01701. She was predeceased by a son, David tions may be made to the American Heart Dussault, who died in 2003; three brothers Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, and one sister. MA 01701, or to the American Diabetes The daughter of the late Thomas and Association, Boston MA-NH Office, 330 Florence V. Scully, 85 Gladys A. (Hillard) Robinson, she was Congress St., 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02210. WEBSTER, Mass. — Florence V. (Davis) great-grandson Anthony; nieces and Scully, 85, of 247 Thompson Road, died nephews. Saturday, Jan. 26, after being stricken ill. A daughter of Anson and Bernice John N. Martin, 63 Her husband of 28 years, Spencer P. (Boulster) Davis, she was born and raised WOODSTOCK — John N. Martin, 63, N.Y., as their sales manager Scully, died in 1970. in Sutton. She moved to Webster at the Woodstock, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, at his and business developer. She leaves five children, Donna J. time of her marriage. home after a long and courageous battle An avid golfer, Mr. Martin Gerani and her husband Paul of Sutton, Mrs. Scully worked at various shoe and with cancer. was a member of both Clifton Darlene A. Young and her husband textile mills in the area before retiring in He leaves his wife, Phyllis Salvas-Martin; Springs Country Club and Norman of Cumberland, R.I., Colleen M. 1985. She enjoyed crocheting, doing jigsaw their two sons, Dylan and Jarod; two daugh- Blue Heron Hills while living Dziembowski and her husband Arthur, puzzles and sitting near Webster Lake. She ters, Tracey (Martin) Povio and her hus- in Rochester. with whom she lived, Spencer P. Scully was a devoted mother and grandmother. band Michael and Jaclyn (Martin) Kartes The funeral was held in Rochester, N.Y. and his wife Phyllis of Webster, and Dawn In accordance with her wishes, no funer- and her husband Richard; and six grand- The members of the Martin family wish to L. LaBonte and her husband Dale of al was planned. Scanlon Funeral Service children. thank Day Kimball Homecare and Hospice Thompson, Conn.; two brothers, Leonard directed the arrangements. Mr. Martin was born in Hazelton, Pa., but for the care, love and support given to John Davis of Charlton and Roger Davis of Donations in her memory may be made lived most of his life in Rochester, N.Y. A and the family during the last six months. Sutton; six grandchildren, Wendy, Diana, to the Friends of St. Joseph School Fund, United States Marine Corps Veteran, he In lieu of flowers, donations may be made Craig, Christopher, Alison and Megan; a 53 Whitcomb St., Webster, MA 01570. served in the early 1960s in South East Asia. to the American Cancer Society, Day He moved to Connecticut in 2005, but Kimball Homecare or the National Sister Helen Pyzocha, 89 worked for Lane Industries of Rochester, Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Md. PUTNAM — Sister Helen Pyzocha, DHS, 89, a taught at Holy Ghost member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, Academy, Tupper Lake, N.Y., John R. Mayo, 79 died Friday, Jan. 25, at the Holy Spirit Health St. Louis, New Haven; St. WEBSTER, Mass. — John Robert Mayo Sr., The son of the late Louis Care Center, where she had been in residence Mary, Jewett City; St. 79, formerly of North Grosvenordale and and Louise (Austin) Mayo, since 2006. Thomas, West Warren, Pomfret, Conn., died Thursday, Jan. 24, at he was born Jan. 6, 1929, in She leaves one sister, Elizabeth Dyl, of Mass.; and St. Anne, Lanessa Health Care in Webster. Putnam. Pawtucket, R.I., and several nieces and Hartford. Following the He was the husband of the late Irene Mr. Mayor worked for the nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. close of St. Anne in 1987, she (Walker) Mayo, who died in 1998. town of Pomfret for more The daughter of the late Edward and went to work as a clerk in He leaves his children, Rosemary Mineau than 20 years. He worked as Catherine (Zwolinski) Pyzocha, Sister Helen administrative services at the State Office (Russell), John Jr. (Valerie) of Sterling, a diesel mechanic for was born Jan. 21, 1919, in Jewett City. She Building in Hartford. Randy of North Carolina, Donald of International Harvester. entered religious life in 1936 and made her reli- Sister Helen retired in 1993 and moved to Danielson, Conn., and Mark of North For more than 40 years, he was the cemetery gious profession on Aug. 23, 1939, at the Putnam, where she served as head of printing Grosvenordale, Conn.; brothers George of sexton at Pomfret South, North, Abington Motherhouse in St. Brieuc, France. She was services at the Holy Spirit Provincial House Putnam, Peter of Alabama, David of and Christ Church Cemeteries in Pomfret. then known as Sister Catherine of Mary. until 2005. Pomfret, Conn., and Charles Mayo of He enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, fishing, Sister Helen earned her bachelor of arts at A Mass of Christian burial was held Tuesday, Putnam; sisters Ida Materas of Webster, hunting and John Wayne movies. Diocesan Sisters’ College in Woodstock and Jan. 29, at the Provincial House chapel, fol- Marie Ramsdell of Putnam, Conn., and A memorial service was held at Smith and was an elementary school teacher for most of lowed by burial in St. Mary Cemetery in Shirley Miracle and Ethel Warren, both of Walker Funeral Home in Putnam. her religious life. Her first teaching assignment Putnam. Gilman Funeral Home of Putnam Florida; and several grandchildren, great Donations may be made in his memory to was at Abergavenny in Wales. She returned to handled arrangements. grandchildren, nieces and nephews. the Day Kimball Hospital, Diabetes Program, the United States in 1946, and her assignments In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to He was predeceased by his son, Timothy, P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. here included Mt. Carmel, St. Joseph and St. the Daughters of the Holy Spirit Retirement and siblings Jesse, Louis, Leonard, Paul, To share a memory with the family,“light a Anne’s Schools, all in Waterbury. She also Fund, 72 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. Jean, Barbara, Eva and Dora. candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com.

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Ruth & Children, Kenneth, Kim, Stan Jr., David “Every Town Deserves a Good Local Newspaper” Villager Newspapers & their Families [email protected] B4 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, February 1, 2008 OBITUARIES The Lord will help you fly o you not know? Have ulously unharmed, hang- you not heard? The ing only 5 feet above the Helen Passmore, 78 DLORD is the everlast- BEYOND ground. After jumping MACHIAS, Maine — Helen E. Passmore, Groton, Conn.; 32 grandchildren; 63 great- ing God, the Creator of the down, he was arrested 78, of Water Street, Machias, and formerly grandchildren; and many nieces and ends of the earth. He will not THE PEWS immediately by waiting of Moosup, Conn., died Tuesday,Jan. 22, at nephews. grow tired or weary, and his LAPD officers, who Marshall Health Care Center in Machias. She was predeceased by her son, John understanding no one can charged him with violating She was the wife of the late Norman A. Passmore. fathom. He gives strength to TIM LAX airspace. the weary and increases the Because of his unusual Passmore Sr., who died Aug. 15, 2001. The daughter of the late John L. and VAMOSI She leaves her children, Donna Rogers Edna (Butts) Weaver, she was born April power of the weak. Even flight, Larry became some- of Danielson, Conn., Helen Smith of 27, 1929, in Putnam. youths grow tired and weary, thing of a folk hero and Machias, Doreen Parron of Dowagiac, Mrs. Passmore worked at Anchor Glass and young men stumble and had opportunities to Mich., Joan Wooten of Putnam, Conn., in Dayville for many years and also Ames fall; but those who hope in the appear on late night talk Norman Passmore Jr., David Passmore Department Store in Dayville. LORD will renew their strength. They will soar shows telling everyone about his aeronautic and Michael Passmore, all of The funeral was from the Tillinghast on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow escapade. But unfortunately for Larry,the FAA Birmingham, Ala., Michele House of Funeral Home in Danielson. Burial was in weary, they will walk and not be faint” (Isaiah wasn’t very impressed with his piloting skills. Brooklyn, Conn., and Tina Passmore of Westfield Cemetery, also in Danielson. 40:28-31). He was charged with four violations of FAA regulations and fined $4,000. As he was being There is a true story of 33-year-old truck dri- led away in handcuffs after landing, a reporter Martin L. Fernsten, 85 ver Larry Walters, who, on one hot day in July asked Larry why he had tried such a “lame- 1982, was sitting in his lawn chair in his back brained idea.” Larry stopped, looked back and WORCESTER, Mass. — Martin L. bachelor’s degree in economics yard in southern California wishing he could said: “A guy has to do something. He can’t just Fernsten, 85, of Worcester, formerly of from Boston University in 1950. fly. For as long as he could remember, he had sit around in his back yard all day.” Woodland Street, West Boylston, passed away For more than 45 years, Mr. wanted to fly but never had the time or money Now I don’t know about you, but if I had an Tuesday, Jan. 22, in St. Vincent Hospital. Fernsten worked as an electri- or opportunity to be a pilot. So he spent a lot of afternoon to kill in my back yard, I can proba- He leaves his devoted wife and partner of cal engineer for Norton Co. and summer afternoons sitting in his back yard in bly think of about a thousand other things to do 63 years, Mary A. (D’Ambra) Fernsten; two then two years for Raytheon his ordinary old aluminum lawn chair dream- rather than attempting to fly around in a Sears beloved sons, Martin R. Fernsten and his Corp. before retiring in 1987. ing about flying. lawn chair. One rather sad footnote on the wife Lynda of Auburn, and Jeffrey A. Mr. Fernsten was a member of the He finally came up with what he thought was above story: However high Larry’s little adven- Fernsten and his wife Linda of Amherst; a Greendale Retired Men’s Club and the a pretty good idea. He hooked 45 helium-filled ture took him, it apparently wasn’t high cherished daughter, Pamela A. Lefferts, and Boston Post 462, American Legion. He was an surplus weather balloons to a lawn chair he had enough. Eleven years after his flight, Larry her husband William of Woodstock, Conn.; a enthusiastic golfer and was once a member purchased from Sears, put a CB radio in his lap, Walters hiked out to one of his favorite spots in sister, June C. Rice, of Worcester; 12 grand- of the Bay Path Gold League. He loved to tied a paper bag full of peanut butter and jelly a forest and took his own life. children; 11 great-grandchildren; and several travel and spend winters in Florida. He was sandwiches to his leg, and slung a BB gun over Every one of us will face moments when we nieces and nephews. very much a family man who loved the time his shoulder to pop the balloons when he want- feel confused and down. The passage above tells A son of Martin T. and Anna K. (Broman) spent with his wife, children, grandchildren, ed to come down. us if there is ever a time in your life when you Fernsten, he was born in Koping, Sweden, sister and friends. He said he expected his lawn chair to gently need to be lifted up, all you really need to do is and came to this country through Ellis Island The funeral was held Saturday, Jan. 26, at lift off and ascend to about 30 feet over his girl- look toward the Lord. No matter what you may in 1924. He grew up in Worcester and lived the Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel. friend’s home in San Pedro, Calif. But the rope be facing, the Lord will, by his power and wis- many years in West Boylston before moving Burial followed in Worcester County anchoring him to the ground unexpectedly dom, meet your need. back to Worcester. He graduated from Memorial Park in Paxton. broke. His assent jerked him up so quickly that • Realize who God is: The Lord is the everlast- Commerce High School in 1940. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions his eyeglasses fell to the ground. He ended up ing God, the creator of the ends of the earth. Mr. Fernsten served in the U.S. Navy dur- may be made to Elder Services of Worcester, floating around the L.A. area for several hours God is God and he is all-powerful. There is no ing World War II. After the war, he earned his 411 Chandler St., Worcester 01602. (14 hours actually), ultimately rising to an alti- limit to his ability to meet your need. There is tude of 16,000 feet, which is, as far as I know, a no limit to his deliverance and provision for world record for floating lawn chairs! Larry whatever you face. God never gets tired, never Susan Payson Nichols, 50 was unable to control the direction of his flight, grows weary, and is always listening for the and the winds pushed him into a primary land- prayers of his children to rush to their aid. Find MOOSUP — Susan Payson Nichols, 50, of and Virginia Nichols Macomber of Newport, ing path at LAX airport. He was spotted by new strength by turning towards him. Cranska Road and formerly Old Saybrook, R.I. pilots from both TWA and Delta Airlines, who • Recognize what God is doing for you right died Jan. 4, at Day Kimball Hospital in She was predeceased by her brother, Keith had to radio in that they saw a man sitting in a now: He gives strength to the weary and Putnam. Louis Nichols. lawn chair, holding a gun on his lap, hovering increases the power of the weak. You may feel The daughter of Susan (Keith) Nichols of Ms. Nichols loved animals and owned her over the airport, apparently enjoying a peanut as if you do not have the strength to go on — the Moosup and the late Theodore F.Nichols, she own horses, showing and riding them for butter and jelly sandwich! power to face even one more day. If so, you are was born Oct. 10, 1957, in New London. many years. Radar confirmed that an unidentified object in the perfect place to experience a miracle. The In addition to her mother, she leaves her The funeral was private, and burial was at was in fact floating over the airport. Suspecting reality is we often come to an end of ourselves sisters, Joanna F. Nichols of Arizona and the convenience of the family. Tillinghast a potential terrorist threat because of the — it is then that God can do his greatest work in Aimee C. Nichols of Newport, R.I.; and her Funeral Home of Central Village was in report of the gun, emergency procedures were our lives. He will give you power to overcome. aunts, Barbara Haley Keith of Palmer, Mass., charge of arrangements. put into place at the airport. A helicopter was • Rejoice because of where God can take you: dispatched to track Larry, who was continuing “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their to rise higher and higher. It gets pretty cold at strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; Leon Joseph McKinstry, 82 16,000 feet (3 miles above the earth), so Larry they will run and not grow weary, they will started shooting some of the balloons with his walk and not be faint.” The Lord will take you DUDLEY, Mass. — Leon Joseph “Bud” supervisor at Cranston Print BB gun. While he was successful at initiating above every difficulty that comes your way. McKinstry,82, of 124 Old Southbridge Road, Works Co. in Webster. Prior to his descent, he unfortunately dropped the gun Seek his face and trust in his strength — he will died at home Tuesday, Jan. 22, surrounded that, he was the superinten- and lost all control over his adventure at that renew you. He will take you from that place of by his family. dent at Stevens Linen point. Left completely to the mercy of the weakness and cause you to rise up to a place of His beloved wife of 56 years, Sophie Associates. He also co-owned winds, he realized he was now being pushed out power. (Borowski) McKinstry, died in 2006. Bud’s Country Store in toward the ocean. Luckily,however,Larry final- Enjoy the flight. He leaves two sons, Bruce L. McKinstry Quinebaug, Conn. ly crashed landed his makeshift aircraft in a and his wife Nancy of Charlton, and Gary S. Mr. McKinstry was once a member and residential neighborhood in Long Beach, where Tim Vamosi is the pastor of Eastford Baptist McKinstry and his wife Virginia of Dudley; deacon at the First Congregational Church his balloons got tangled in some power lines Church in Eastford. four grandchildren, Scott Leon McKinstry, on Dudley Hill. An ordained Universal Life and caused a power blackout. Larry was mirac- Jessica J. Davis, Sean E. Davis and Pvt. minister, he enjoyed woodworking, mechan- Matthew R. Davis; and an adopted son and ics and riding on the tractor with his grand- friend, Nighthawk Forestdere of Dudley. son. He was a devoted husband, a loving He was predeceased by a sister, Mary father and a wonderful grandfather. Redlitz. The family would like to thank the UMass The son of Leon and Bernadette (Faford) Memorial Hospice for the excellent care he McKinstry,he was born in Dudley and lived received since his illness. “Reach 40,000 there and in Webster all his life. The funeral was from the Scanlon Mr. McKinstry was an Army veteran of Funeral Service in Webster. His son, the World War II, serving as a staff sergeant in Rev. Gary S. McKinstry, officiated. the 10th Mountain Division from its incep- Donations in his memory may be made to tion. He saw action in the North UMass Memorial Hospice, UMass Readers in the Appennines and the Po Valley. Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 2795, Before retiring, Mr. McKinstry was a Worcester, MA 01613-9938. Shirley M. Delage, 78 Quiet Corner WEBSTER, Mass. — Shirley M. (Largesse) worked for Rotman’s Furniture in Worcester for Delage, 78, formerly of St. Augustine, Fla., and several years. She previously worked for the for- Auburn, died Friday, Jan. 25, in the Lanessa mer L. Farber Co. in Worcester. Extended Care Center after an illness. Mrs. Delage was a former member of St. She leaves her beloved husband of 60 years, Joseph’s Parish in Auburn. While in Florida, she every week” Edward P. Delage; her three children, Stephen P. and her husband gave many hours of volunteer Delage and his wife Nancy of Pomfret Center, service to the RSVP Program of Saint John’s Conn., Michael E. Delage and his wife Jane of County in Florida. She also enjoyed playing Place your ad in Villager Newspapers Dudley, and Christine D. Johnson of Brewster; bridge, swimming and reading. five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The funeral was held Tuesday, Jan. 29, at the She was predeceased by her brother, Victor Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, with a Mass at St. today—Reach Every Home Every Week Largesse. Joseph’s Church, both in Auburn. Committal ser- The daughter of the late Earl T. and Winifred vices were in Hillside Cemetery,also in Auburn. M. (Howe) Delage, she was born and raised in In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Call Seth or Stephanie Today at Worcester. She spent many years in Auburn the Alzheimer’s Association, 311 Arsenal St., before moving to St. Augustine, Fla., in 1982. Watertown, MA 02472. Prior to her retirement, Mrs. Delage had 860-928-1818 or email: Ricky W. Brown, 18 [email protected] DANIELSON — Ricky W. Brown, 18, of greatly missed. Danielson, passed away unexpectedly The funeral was Saturday, Jan. 19. from Tillinghast He leaves three sisters, Kayla and Paige Funeral Home in Brown and Coral Billings; two brothers, Danielson. Burial Chayton Miller and Silas Billings; his was at the conve- mother, Tammy Grant; his father, James nience of the family. Brown; grandparents Dorothy and In lieu of flowers, Gordon Lane; and step-grandfather Rene donations in his Deloge. memory may be He was predeceased by his brother, made to the family, Tyler Lane, and grandparents Concetta to help with funeral and Joseph Brown. expenses, and can be Ricky was a senior at Killingly High sent in care of School. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, Gordon Lane, 96 horseshoes and spending time with his Knox Ave., girlfriend, Heather Williams. He will be Danielson, CT 06239. Place Your Ad Today 800-536-5836 VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ Friday, February 1, 2008 B5 THE DEADLINE to submit calendar listings is Monday at noon. Send to Stephanie Jarvis at COMMUNITY CALENDAR [email protected] The calendar page is a free service Her dimensional fresco work fea- Putnam Public Library at (860) 963- offered for listings for government, tures watercolor on plaster and SUNDAY TUESDAY 6826. educational and nonprofit organiza- highlights the feminine physique. tions. Send all calendar listings and She is an elected Artist Member of February 3 February 5 MID-WEEK WORSHIP SER- happenings by mail at 107 the Mystic Art Association and has VICE will be held starting at 7 p.m. Providence St., Putnam, CT 06260, had work accepted in several of the BOB JONES UNIVERSITY LIFESTYLE MATTER SES- at North Grosvenordale United by fax at (860) 928-5946, or by e-mail Connecticut Artist Exhibitions at SACRED SOUNDS MUSIC TEAM SIONS will be held starting at 7 p.m. Methodist Church, Riverside Drive, tothe Converse Gallery in the Slater PERFORMANCE will start at 10:30 at the Quinebaug Seventh Day North Grosvenordale. [email protected]. Museum. This event is free. For a.m. at East Putnam Community Adventist Church, 768 Quinebaug All calendar listings must be sub- more information, call (860) 928-5492 Church, 250 East Putnam Road, Road (Route 131), Quinebaug. The LUNCH WALK, hosted by the mitted by noon Monday to be pub- or send an e-mail to info@celebra- Putnam. The group will present a local community is invited to attend Connecticut Audubon Society, will lished in the following Friday’s edi- tionsshoppes.com. program of familiar hymns and these free sessions to learn about the be held starting at noon at the center tion. Villager Newspapers will print gospel songs, consisting of vocal, effects that stress has on nutrition. at 189 Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. such listings as space allows. HEALTH CLINIC will be held piano and instrumental numbers, as Participants will learn about practi- Get out of the house or office to from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Nia well as testimonies from team mem- cal ways to include healthful food stretch your legs and clear your Connecticut Fitness and Day Spa. bers. The leader of the team, Jim choices to lower stress in everyday head. Seniors and parents with Drop in anytime to experience heal- Wetterlund, will close the service life. Workbooks for these sessions babies in backpacks are welcome. ing with various local practitioners with a brief message from the Word are highly recommended and are This event is free. during the afternoon. This service is of God. The Bob Jones University available for purchase for $15 each. FRIDAY provided free or with a donation to (BJU) music team is touring the To register for the sessions, please RESUME WORKSHOP will be the community. For more informa- northeastern United States this call (860) 935-5412 and leave a voice held from 6 to 8 p.m. in the JRD February 1 tion call (860) 779-1303 or visit spring. Members of the group are message with name and phone num- Building of the Bay Path College POMFRET PUBLIC http://www.nia-connecticut.com. students at BJU in Greenville, S.C. ber. Central Massachusetts Campus, 242 LIBRARY’S RE-OPENING CELE- For more information, call the East Sturbridge Road, Charlton, Mass. BRATION EVENTS will be held LADIES AUXILLARY 2650 Putnam Community Church at (860) BIRD WALK, hosted by the An experienced professional from from 2 to 7 p.m. at the library. ANNUAL SPAGHETTI SUPPER 928-2193. Connecticut Audubon Society, will Workforce Central will present Refreshments will be served will be held starting at 7 p.m. at 29 be held starting at 9 a.m. at the cen- ideas and tips for preparing and throughout the day. Several events Mechanic St., Danielson. Dinner ‘COUGARS IN NEW ENG- ter, 189 Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. updating resumes for today’s com- are planned: will be followed by dancing with LAND’ will be held at 3 p.m. at the Property manager Andy petitive job market. This workshop • 2 p.m. — Musical performance music provided by D.J. John. The Connecticut Audubon Society Rzeznikiewicz will lead the group to is for people who are looking to for young children by Jennifer dinner is $10 per person. For more Center at Pomfret, 189 Pomfret St. various locations in search of win- change jobs, change careers or sim- Rossiter. information, call (860) 774-5916 after (Route 169), Pomfret Center. Bill ter birds such as horned larks, ply update their resumes, Reserve a • 4 p.m. – Musical stylings of 4 p.m. Betty, a cougar expert from Rhode strikes and redpolls. Bring binocu- seat by calling (508) 248-5088. Maria Sangiolo and the balloon Island, will discuss cougar behavior, lars and/or a spotting scope if you artistry of Nick Connell for after- BREAKFAST BUFFET will be sightings and why most states claim have one. This event is $4 for CAS RECEPTION FOR ‘FROM schoolers and families. held from 7 to 10 a.m. at the United cougars don’t not exist. Betty is a members and $9 for non-members. HERE TO THERE: A MYRIAD OF • 5:30 to 7 p.m. — Book-signing and Methodist Church of North very informative and energetic MEDIUMS SHOW’ by Nancy Shay reading by John Corrigan. Grosvenordale, 954 Riverside Drive, speaker and is very interested in BROWN BAG LUNCHEON, will be held starting at 6:30 at North Grosvenordale. The meal will sightings in the region. Registration sponsored by the Pomfret Seniors Thompson Public Library, 934 be $6 for adults and $3 for children. is strongly advised. Space is limited Association, will be held at noon in Riverside Drive, North For more information, call Marvin as this program is a sell-out. Cost is the Great Hall at Christ Episcopal Grosvenordale. Refreshments will SATURDAY Wilbur at (860) 923-2936. $5 for CAS members and $10 for non- Church in Pomfret. All Pomfret be served. The exhibit will be on dis- members. Please call (860) 928-4948 seniors are invited to attend. play throughout the month of February 2 FREE TAX PREPERATION BY to register. February. For more information, VITA will be held at the Putnam MYSTERY BOOK DISCUS- call (860) 923-9779 or visit STITCHES, a group for needle Public Library, 225 Kennedy Drive, SION: ‘BROKEN HEARTS CLUB’ http://www.thompsonpublicli- workers of all types, will be held Putnam. Please call the library at ONDAY by Ethan Black will be held starting brary.org. from 11 a.m. to noon at Putnam (860) 963-6826 for more information M at 6:30 p.m. in the Library Meeting Public Library 225 Kennedy Drive, or to make an appointment. February 4 Room at Thompson Public Library, THE AMERICAN ASSOCIA- Putnam. The Yarn Craft Council of 934 Riverside Drive, North TION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN America estimates 53 million CHILI COOK-OFF FUND-RAIS- LAKE BUNGGEE TAX DIS- Grosvenordale. Refreshments will HOST CELESTE B. BARHAM in a women in the United States knit or ER will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at be served. For more information, reception beginning at 5:15 p.m. in crochet. The number of female knit- TRICT MONTLY MEETING AND Christ Episcopal Church, Route 169, COMMUNITY FORUM will be held call (860) 923-9779 or visit the President’s Dining Room in ters between the ages of 25 and 34 Pomfret. Come sample more than a http://www.thompsonpublicli- Hurley Hall at Eastern Connecticut increased 150 percent between 2002 starting at 7 p.m. at the Bungay Fire dozen chilies, including last year’s Brigade. The board has designated brary.org. State University. Barham will begin and 2004, while a significant number winning recipes and the Vanilla speaking at 5:45 p.m. and dinner will of teenage girls up to the age of 18 this meeting for a forum on building Bean Café’s award-winning chili. and development in the lake district. follow her talk at 6:30 p.m. Barham is and older women, ages 55 to 64, Take a pint or a quart of your an accredited asset management joined or rejoined the growing Residents and property owners are WEDNESDAY favorite chili home for the Super asked to join the board and the specialist, business services consul- ranks of knitters. Local residents Bowl. All proceeds will benefit the tant, estate and trust services con- who are interested in joining this building committee chairperson for February 6 Christ Church Teen Program a discussion that will begin around sultant and certified financial plan- practical, relaxing craft may bring Pilgrimage Fund. For more infor- ner. She has been in the securities an ongoing project or come to learn 7:30 p.m. This is the second in a ‘SEW INSPIRED’ with Susan mation, call (860) 928-7026. series of three forums at which the Lowe Heaney of Creative Sewing industry for 25 years and is present- how to knit. Open to all skill levels. ly employed by A.G. Edwards. For For more information, call the board is seeking input from the lake will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at VALENTINE’S DINNER community. These discussions will Putnam Public Library,225 Kennedy more information or to make a din- Putnam Public Library at (860) 963- DANCE will be held from 6 p.m. to ner reservation, please contact Kay 6826. assist the board to prepare for the Drive, Putnam. This will be session midnight at St. Joseph’s Hall, Route May 3 bi-annual meeting of the dis- one of a four-hour workshop that at (860) 487-4228. 101, Dayville. There will be an all- FRESCO LECTURE AND trict electors. A summary of each will help you get to know your you-can-eat spaghetti meal, provid- forum will be posted on the Lake sewing machine, as well as make a DEMONSTRATION by Norwich ed by the Knights of Columbus, and artist Merrill Park Keeley will be Bunggee Web site. simply gorgeous purse. This work- THURSDAY entertainment by DJ’s Jeff Grocki shop is open to high school age and held from 1 to 3 p.m. at Celebrations and Ralph Watson. There will also Gallery, 330 Pomfret St., Pomfret up. It is preferred participants bring February 7 be a basket raffle. Dinner is $10 per their own sewing machine. Please Center. Keeley is a former graphic person. artist and Paier Art School graduate register for this program and pick CONGRESSMAN JOE COURT- who works in oils and watercolors. up a materials list to bring to the NEY OFFICE HOURS will be held first session. For more information from 1 to 4 p.m. in Room C221 at or to Quinebaug Valley Community regis- College, 742 Upper Maple St., Remember Your Sweetheart ter, call Danielson. During the allotted time, SUPERBOWL the an aide to Courtney will be available to help address issues that residents Valentine’s Day may have with the federal govern- ment, including problems receiving Thursday Feb. 14th Social Security or veterans’ bene- fits, or other problems related to a ROSES~ROSES~ROSES • Fresh Mixed Arrangements federal agency. For more informa- PATRIOTS VS GIANTS tion or to make an appointment, RD Teleflora’s - Diamonds and Roses and Tulips for Lovers SUNDAY FEBRUARY 3 please call Courtney’s District COME WATCH THE SUPERBOWL ON OUR TWO NEW FLAT SCREEN TV'S Open Valentine’s Day 7am-6pm Office at (860) 886-0139. AND GET 50% OFF ALL APPETIZERS JIMMY’S GREENHOUSES &FLORIST AND PIZZAS FROM 6-9 PM!! 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Longtime volunteer and nat- TIAL SONGS AND SERENADES,’ register for this program and pick uralist Fran Baranski and other February 8 a performance by soprano Mary up a materials list to bring to the center volunteers will take partici- Beth Lee will be held starting at 7 first session. For more information pants for a walk on the Bafflin BLOOD DRIVE will be held from p.m. in the Jahn reading room at SUNDAY or to register, call the Putnam Public Sanctuary and Wyndham Land 1 to 6 p.m. at Plainfield Central Pomfret School. Lee will perform Library at (860) 963-6826. Trust properties. Walk for fun and School, 75 Canterbury Road, “Celestial Songs and Serenades,” a February 10 exercise. This is free to CAS mem- Plainfield, in the all-purpose room, Valentine’s Day celebration, as she bers and $3 for non-CAS members. which is on the left side of the build- SECOND SUNDAY WALK, hosted escorts her listeners on a tour of by the Connecticut Audubon ing. The students will provide great poetry, light and passion accompa- TUESDAY FREE TAX PREPERATION BY and healthy snacks at canteen. Society,will be held starting at 2 p.m. nied by pianist Charles Houmard at Trail Wood, 93 Kenyon Road, AARP will be held from 11 a.m. to Walk-ins will be accepted after 3 and Cellist Kurt Kaufman. During February 12 2:30 p.m. at Putnam Public Library, p.m. To make an appointment, Hampton. Stretch your legs and the performance, tempting desserts burn off those extra holiday calories LIFESTYLE MATTER SES- 225 Kennedy Drive, Putnam. Please please sign up at the school office, will be served along with cham- call the library at (860) 963-6826 for call the American Red Cross at 1-800- with an afternoon walk at Trail SIONS will be held starting at 7 p.m. pagne, donated by the Pomfret Spirit Wood with caretaker Vern Pursley. at the Quinebaug Seventh Day more information or to make an GiveLife (448-3543) or visit Shoppe. The suggested donation for appointment. http://www.bloodct.org. Some readings from Teale’s “Walk Adventist Church, 768 Quinebaug the evening is $15 and the public is Through the Year” will be included Road (Route 131), Quinebaug. The encouraged to attend. All proceeds ‘SKULLS, SKINS AND SEAT: A along the trail. This event is free. local community is invited to attend from this event will directly benefit these free sessions to learn about the RIDAY WILDLIFE EXHIBIT AND PRO- young Pomfret School musicians. F GRAM’ is being offered by the WOODSTOCK HISTORICAL effects that stress has on nutrition. Connecticut Audubon Society start- SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING, Participants will learn about practi- February 15 ing at 7 p.m. at the center at 189 POTLUCK LUNCHEON AND cal ways to include healthful food Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. Fran SATURDAY PROGRAM will be held starting at choices to lower stress in everyday LENTEN FISH FRY, hosted by Baranski, longtime tracker and out- 12:30 p.m. at East Woodstock life. Workbooks for these sessions Knights of Columbus Council 2087, door enthusiast, will give a slide pre- February 9 Congregational Church. The are highly recommended and are will be held from noon to 8 p.m. at sentation on his years of tracking potluck luncheon will be held from available for purchase for $15 each. the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1017 and photographing wildlife. In addi- DANIELSON ELKS 14TH 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Those attending To register for the sessions, please Riverside Drive, North tion, view and touch a collection of ANNUAL COMEDY NIGHT will be whose last names begin with the let- call (860) 935-5412 and leave a voice Grosvenordale. The menu at this preserved mounts and pelts of bob- held starting at 7 p.m. at the lodge. A ters A to H are asked to bring message with name and phone num- annual event includes fish and cats, coyotes, foxes and more. Learn family-style roast beef dinner will desserts; letters I to Q are asked to ber. chips, fried clams, fried scallops, a to recognize mammals of be served at 7 p.m., followed by com- bring salads and letters R to Z are fisherman’s platter and combina- Northeastern Connecticut, their edy at 9 p.m. and dancing from 11 asked to bring a main dish. The BLOOD DRIVE will be held from tion plates. Each entrée comes with tracks and their signs, as well as p.m. to 1 a.m. with Slick Willy and business meeting, which includes 12:15 to 6 p.m. at Westfield coleslaw, fries and a dinner roll. more about the Citizen Science Bobby B. Tickets are $25 per person the election of officers, will be held Congregational Church, 210 Main Food is available for eating in or tak- Monitoring Program. This program and are available until Feb. 1. from 1:30 to 2 p.m. and the program St., Danielson. As usual, Red Cross ing out. A full bar will be available is $10 for CAS members and $15 for Purchase tickets early, as seating is will follow at 2 p.m. Local historian volunteers will help all donors with for dine-in patrons. The entertain- non-members. limited. For more information or to Elaine LaChapelle will give a slide their needs and provide canteen. ment for the evening will be purchase tickets, call the lodge at presentation on the Woodstock There will be a double red blood cell karaoke. ‘… BEHOLD, THE TAX MAN (860) 774-9775. Historical Society.Charter members collection at the drive. Walk-ins will COMETH,’ presented by the and past presidents will be honored be accepted after 1:30 p.m. To make Windham County Christian OWL WALK, sponsored by the at this special meeting. For more an appointment call the American SATURDAY Women’s Connection, will be held Connecticut Audubon Society, will information, visit Red Cross at 1-800-GiveLife (448- from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at The Harvest be held beginning at 5 p.m. at Trail http://www.woodstockhistoricalso- 3543). February 16 on Route 44 in Pomfret. Featured is Wood, 93 Kenyon Road, Hampton. ciety.org. Karen D’Angelo, tax strategist for- Join Andy Rzeznikiewicz as he AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUS- ‘INTRODUCTION TO HYP- merly with the IRS, with tips and attempts to call in various owls, ‘ANDY’S WILDLIFE VIDEO’ SION: ‘A FARWELL TO ARMS’ by NOTHERAPY’ with Elaine updates. Inspirational speaker is namely the screech, barred, great will be begin showing at 7 p.m. at the Ernest Hemingway will be held at Turner will be held from 2 to 3:30 Ella Pickering of Blackstone, Mass. horned, saw-whet and long-eared Audubon Society Center at Pomfret, 2:30 p.m. in the Library Meeting p.m. at Putnam Public Library, 225 Free childcare is available for chil- owls. The group will hike and car- 189 Pomfret St. (Route 169), Pomfret Room at Thompson Public Library, Kennedy Drive, Putnam. Curious if dren ages 3 months to 5. pool to several locations on and near Center. Come view new footage from 934 Riverside Drive, North hypnotherapy could help you? Come Reservations for brunch and free the sanctuary.This program is $4 for 2007 along with interesting clips Grosvenordale. Refreshments will to this informative session to find nursery care are required by CAS members and $9 for non-mem- from 2005 and 2006, all recorded on be served. For more information, out. For more information, call the Monday, Feb. 4. For more informa- bers. the property manager’s infrared call (860) 923-9779 or visit Putnam Public Library at (860) 963- tion, or to reserve a spot, please call video. Beavers, golden eagle, hawks, http://www.thompsonpublicli- 6826. Bev at (860) 792-8054 or Janie at (860) BOOK DISCUSSION: ‘THE owls, coyote and fox (to name a few) brary.org. 412-0014, or e-mail wwcw81@hot- HUMAN STAIN’ by Philip Roth were all recorded in Windham WILDLIFE MONITORING mail.com. will be held at 2 p.m. at the Putnam County. Call to reserve a seat THOMPSON LITTLE LEAGUE TRAINING HIKE will be held from Public Library, 225 Kennedy Drive, because this program always sells REGISTRATION will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Begin or continue LENTEN FISH FRY, hosted by Putnam. Those interested in attend- out. The fee is $5 for CAS members 6 to 8 p.m. at Thompson Town Hall. training to become a Citizen Science Knights of Columbus Council 2087, ing should call (860) 963-6826 or visit and $10 for non-members. The cost is $50 per player with a $90 Wildlife Monitor. A team of volun- will be held from noon to 8 p.m. at the library to order a book several family maximum. teers monitor study sites four times the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1017 weeks before the book discussion is OPEN HOUSE will be held from 2 a year to collect data important to Riverside Drive, North to take place. to 4 p.m. at Aspinock Historical conservation efforts. The fee is $50 Grosvenordale. The menu at this Society, 209 School St., Putnam. The WEDNESDAY for members and $60 for non-mem- annual event includes fish and FREE TAX PREPERATION BY historical and genealogical library bers. For more information or to chips, fried clams, fried scallops, a VITA will be held at the Putnam and the World War II exhibit will be February 13 register, call (860) 928-4948. fisherman’s platter and combina- Public Library, 225 Kennedy Drive, open to the public. Copies of tion plates. Each entrée comes with Putnam. Please call the library at Perspectives of Putnam will be on LUNCH WALK, hosted by the FREE TAX PREPERATION BY coleslaw, fries and a dinner roll. (860) 963-6826 for more information sale. For more information, call (860) Connecticut Audubon Society, will VITA will be held at the Putnam Food is available for eating in or tak- or to make an appointment. 963-0092 or visit be held starting at noon at the center Public Library, 225 Kennedy Drive, ing out. A full bar will be available http://www.aspinock-putnam.com. at 189 Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. Putnam. Please call the library at for dine-in patrons. Classic acoustic MEAT RAFFLE will be held Get out of the house or office to (860) 963-6826 for more information rock band B&E will provide enter- starting at 3 p.m. at PACC, 37 Harris SECOND ANNUAL ‘BUBBLES, stretch your legs and clear your or to make an appointment. tainment for patrons to enjoy. St., Webster, Mass. There will be five BEER AND BLING’ will be held at head. Seniors and parents with large tables of meat, plus a door Celebrations Gallery, 330 Pomfret babies in backpacks are welcome. ‘AHOY MATEYS!’ PROGRAM, ‘THE MAN IN THE NET’ will be prize. Call (508) 943-9716 for more St., Pomfret Center. For every pur- This event is free. sponsored by the Thompson Public shown at 7 p.m. at the Thompson details. chase made, Celebrations will make Library, will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Faucher Community Center Public Library. Starring Alan Ladd a donation to support cardiopul- ‘NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY: A TAG AND BAKE SALE will be monary rehabilitation programs at Captain Hairy Foot Flynn and First and Carolyn Jones, this 1959 black NORTHEASTERN CONNECTI- Mate Black Bandit Banister invite and white movie was filmed in held from 9 a.m. to noon at Abington Day Kimball Hospital. Help make a CUT SHOWCASE,’ hosted by mem- boys ages 6 and up to join their Thompson and used many local res- Congregational Church, 542 difference in the community while bers of the Quinebaug Valley pirate crew and set sail on the Jolly idents as cast extras. This event is Hampton Road (Route 97) in purchasing one-of-a-kind gifts. Photography Club, will be held at 11 Roger. Light refreshments will be presented by the library and the Abington. Complimentary champagne and a.m. at the Connecticut Audubon served. Registration is suggested. Thompson Historical Society. For beer tastings will be held from 2 to 4 Center, 189 Pomfret St., Pomfret For more information or to register, THOMPSON LITTLE LEAGUE p.m. For more information, visit sign up at the circulation desk or more information, visit Center. Members of the Quinebaug call (860) 923-9779. www.thompsonpubliclibrary.org. REGISTRATION will be held from http://www.celebrationsshoppes.co Valley Photography Club will pre- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tourtellotte High m. sent a selection of their best nature BENEFIT SPAGHETTI DINNER SECOND ANNUAL ‘BUBBLES, School. The cost is $50 per player photographs. It will be a spectacular will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. at the BEER AND BLING’ will be held at with a $90 family maximum. array of landscapes, flowers, Danielson Elks Lodge. Dinner is $8 for Celebrations Gallery, 330 Pomfret MONDAY insects, animals and other wildlife adults, $5 for children and free for St., Pomfret Center. For every pur- SECOND ANNUAL ‘BUBBLES, — a real treat for the eyes in the children under the age of 5. For tick- chase made, Celebrations will make BEER AND BLING’ will be held at midst of winter. This event is free ets, call Ronnie at (860) 377-7521, Celebrations Gallery, 330 Pomfret February 11 Warren at (860) 315-0770 or Tom at a donation to support cardiopul- for CAS and QVPC members and $5 (860) 428-3572. monary rehabilitation programs at St., Pomfret Center. For every pur- ‘SEW INSPIRED’ with Susan for non-members. chase made, Celebrations will make Lowe Heaney of Creative Sewing Enjoy a FREE week at Midtown Fitness Midtown Fitness – The Area’s Only Full Service Gym We make it easy! Our friendly atmosphere eliminates “new exerciser” stress because we cater to people of all shapes and sizes. Your progress is at your own pace. 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Also has 3 point Reasonable Offer (508)867-8009 Set up equipment. $5000 or Appx 1940’s hitch and torque amplifier. 26” Sanyo Color TV 508-248-6043 Two Dark Green Sofas best offer. Everything you $50 Runs good. Asking $3500. $500 OBO Excellent working condition. Antique $100 need to set up your beauty 508-867-8674 860-923-9317 $100 or best offer. 7 1/2 Foot Fisher shop. 550 Gallon Fuel Call (860)923-2892 Wood Boat 508-579-7317 Please call (774)452-1760 (4) Extra Large Tank Plow N/Work or email Duncan Phyfe Dog Crates Heavy gage, $325. 3-Year Old Formal Great condition used 3 $100 OBO Bicycle for Sale [email protected] seasons, $1950. for pictures Mahogany Drop Fold-Up Style With Hand Pump Living Room Scott Flyrod Trek Navigator 200, 21 Bottom Tray/Pan. Ladies Harley Davidson speed, 4 years old, less than Leaf Table $125 Couch Boots 10 wt. Combo, 50 gentle miles. $250. Contemporary 30 Inches Wide x Tioga Reel. 31”x42” with leaves down Call (860)429-6632 Blue & Gold. Black, workbook style, size 8, Call (860)935-5449, leave Couch 32”x60” leaves up. Extension 48 Inches Deep, 33 Matching Wingback brand new, paid $120 will $200 (Un-Used!) message Inches High. Asking $200 OBO. leaf 24” wide. Can sit 12. Will 1995 Lincoln Chair Included. sell for $65. email picture. $200. $100 Each Penn 6 wt. Flyrod In good condition. $400 Call (508)612-1828 Bin of Infant Toys Call (508)765-5919 Call (508)347-6427 508-614-0409 Town Car $100 (Un-Used!) Doll carriage, Tonka riding Runs good, a lot of new 508-832-7414 8’ Fisher Plow toy plus gas pump, swing, Electric Dryer parts in front end new Couch **Roland** Comes with snow foil plow Call 508-278-6419 roller skates, $5 each. Table Like New $200 Used 6 months, $100. suspension in rear. $800 4 Chrome frame form a Ford F-350, saw, $50. TV stand, $30 Washer used holds x-large **VS880** firm. Also a garage floor B&S 4HP Horizontal (508)885-5093 Digital Recorder. Wheels with pump control and joystick. Cushman Maple Dining loads, $50. Solid oak kitchen jack, $800. $800 or best offer. Shaft Motor Room Set table, 5 chairs, 2 leafs, $100 Mint Condition Call (508)797-7361 Center Caps Call Joe @ Body Vision Gym or best offer. Good condition $500.00 $40. Recliner w/massage, 4 Straight Chairs, for 2005 GMC 2500 HD, 8 (774)245-1400 or heat and Set 2 Captain’s Chairs, wrought iron & glass coffee Child’s Bike 1996 Tigershark lug, $300. Aluminum tool vibrator. $125. With weights. $50. table & end tables inlay box for full size truck, $250. (508)892-1773 1 Hutch. 3-5 years Two-Seat Jetski Call (508)248-6783 Call (508)943-6941 or w/stone, very nice, $50. Call Mark (508)479-4847 8’ Fisher Plow $350 Apartment size freezer, $50. Trek Mountain Cub (508)855-3924 Works well. & Trailer Old stlye off 1995 F-250. Baldwin 860-774-8479 Blue and green $1275 4 Mag Call (508)340-2098 Great shape - $50.00 Frame & Hydraulics included. Mini-Grand Boston Andersen 3-Panel Middle Wheels & Tires $750 or best offer. Crate & Barrel Great For Holiday Gift! Platinum wheel xcess Digital Piano Rocker Chair Entertainment Swing Patio Door. New. Call Jeff @ Rose Colored Back & Loveseat; 508-949-8343 Dudley $550 chrome 17x7.5” fwd 245/45 (978)857-0305 Top Quality. $950. Fully restored Victorian Center R17 95H Goodyear Eagles Excellent Condition Cushion. 5-Phone Executone Office $85 loveseat; $1500. Victorian Corner unit holds 32” TV. tires. Used one summer, ‘89 Sno Scoot $1,800 or best offer bureau, carved pulls; $350. Excellent condition. $500. *REDUCED* Telephone System like new. $400. 508-434-2702 $450 $1800. Mint. Electric start. Antique Chinese trunk; $100. Call (860)963-7880 after Bassett 3 Drawer Call (508)765-9913 ‘89 Sno Scoot, $1400. ‘83 Dining Room Set 508-434-2576 Pair soapstone lamps; $60. 5:30pm or leave message 6-Outlet NetworkPro Honda 250R, $700. ‘93 Blue mirror Deco end-tables; Baby Changing U.P.S., $100 High Quality. Table has Brand New Bunk 4 Snow Tires and Honda XR80, $600. beautifully carved top $75 each. Entertainment Table/Dresser New 17” Compaq Monitor. Please leave a message at Beds and 2 (860)923-9056 Sealed Box, $50 1 Spare Tire with pads. Chairs are Center with matching 4 drawer Used one season, size (860)315-7048 dresser, medium brown, highback with Dressers Crib and Changing Oak, Holds Up To A 32” Antique Stainless-Steel 175/65R14. $100 for all 5. TV. Bevel-Cut Glass Door maple wood, $150. Milkcan, $25 Amplifier with cushioned seats. Beautiful wood frame Round oak table with 2 Kenmore 80 Series Excellent condition includes mattresses, pillows, Table Set Front For AV Equipment swivel stools with backs. New Tennis Court Net $50 Heavy Large Speaker $800 or best offer ladder (never used). $2000 Pali, Italian White With Storage Drawer. Blond wood, good condition Antique Singer Sewing Duty Super Capacity Plus comes with electric cords. or best offer. Crib turns into toddler bed, 5 Excellent Condition. Paid $140. Machine, $50 washer $400. Call (508)949-1283 860-428-1014 Call (508)987-1594, leave years old. In excellent Spencer Furniture $600 Call (508)765-5919 Excellent condition. $75.00. message will return call. condition. $350 for both. IBM Selectric Typewriter Call (508)987-0480 Asking $250 & Table, $100 Call (413)245-3936 Antique Bedroom Baseball Cards (860)974-0674 10” Table Saw Set Appx 30,000 Brand-New Automatic $85. Radial arm saw, $75. 10 5 Piece Henry Some Old, Some New. Scrubbing Power-Head Custom Built Entertainment ton Port-a-Power, 5 pistons 508-461-9097 $1200. Old mirrored $500 Entertainment 2 jaws. $100. Scroll saw, Link All Weather dressers, $85. New pre-hung Also Includes Some Center $50. 2 tub soap stone sink. 19th CENTURY Wicker Furniture exterior door, $80. Three Football Cards. Reconditioned Prop Unit Solid Oak Wood, Custom Call Bob (860)928-6867 new pre-hung interior doors, Buy Them All For $500! White Oak and African Made. Custom Side Door STAFFORDSHIRE White, couch, 2 club chairs, $70. Three new pre-hung 19” Pitch, Fits ottoman, coffee table w/glass 508-476-2947 Merc Cruisers Mahogany, natural finish, For Tapes, Excellent Comforter Dogs, interior doors, $60 per. Three 7ft. high x 8 1/2ft long. 15,000 BTU Cottages, Historical top. sunbrella fabric on new skylights, still boxed, $85 Condition. 62” Wide, Can cushions. Good condition. Beanie Babies Open bookshelves on ends Fit Up To A 30” TV Air Conditioner Figures And More! $90 per. Sold oak youth and area for components $500. Good condition. bed/dresser, $175. For Sale 508-826-2029 $250 Firm In-Window Model. Call 860-774-2459 $500/BO behind doors in center (860)774-1950 or Retired-2005 section. Like new Ask For Bob Only Used Two Call (860)974-0481 Bridal Gown 508-963-0714 2 Aluminum (860)933-3694, Ask for Tags still attached, Size 10, never worn. $350. condition. Comtemorary Seasons, Harry style. Asking $2500. Still In Great Shape! 6 GE starting at $5. Call (413)245-4128 Diving Tanks Ask for Josh Photo’s available. Fitness Equipment Too Big For My 80 C.F., $95 each. Refrigerators, Antique Dresser (860)779-7600 Bronco Call (508)347-9202 For Sale Apartment! Call (508)523-6616 $100. 7 GE Dishwashers, Wood With Floral Pattern On evenings Life Fitness Treadmill $100 $25. 7 GE Stoves, $50. 3 GE Front Of Drawers. Has Two Beautiful Diamond Convertible Top Dryers, 9100HR 508-764-6003 2002 12x40 Park Wooden Jewelry Boxes Fits 86-96, $350/BO. $500 Leave Message $100-$150. 2 GE Washing Attached To The Top, Engagement Set Zenith 27” Customized Quilts, Model RV machines, $100. 3 Also Has An Oval Mirror 1/2 Carat Diamond solitaire Console swivel base, with Stairmaster PT 4000 apartment size washer/dryer in 14K ring setting, plus 14K Table Runners or (like brand new) on beautiful Attached To The White & VCR, $150/BO. Wall Hangings $500 17” Rims lot in campground can be stackers, $100-$250. New Black Marble Top. surround with 7 small (508)867-6706 This Is Commercial used for a full 6 months (15 GE apartment size wall oven, Very Good Condition diamonds, $600. (Size 7). For Sale 2 sets of 17” rims with tires $50. TV 27”, $100. Fitness Equipment At A low miles paid over $1,000 April-15 October every year) $850 Call (860)923-9894 Broyhill Pecan Quilts and tables runners for any Lot is paid for until 2097. Bookshelf, $75. occasion, for sale. Fraction Of New Pricing! each set. Asking $650 fpr 860-315-0205 each set or $1200 for both Call Don (508)344-9499 (508)987-5514 or Double Window Beautiful White Dining Room Set ~make great gifts~ sets. Also selling a Treadmill, (508)873-7424 New, Vetter High Pro 4 Daybed Table w/2 inserts, 6 chairs, Call Carole (860)923-7407 asking $200. 2006 ATV With Screens. 2-piece hutch, server, $500. 2 Years Old, Dark Wood Curio For Sale Call Bob for info. Youth Quad 6 Shaper Bits Measures 76”Long Used Very Little. Living Room Set Convalescent Supplies (508)410-9693 or 61”High Paid $350 5-piece sectional w/reclining 55” Wide x 77” Tall, Older model hospital bed. No 150cc, automatic remote Never used w/factory ends, $375. 18” Deep (860)923-5792 shut-off, $1200. $650 OBO Asking $175 OBO mattress. Three commodes, coating. 1/2 inch shank. Call (860)779-7104 Glass Doors On Top, With a hoyer lift. Pink leather Mother-of-the-Bride NOT FOR HAND ROUTER. Marine Hemi 508-764-2889 1940’s Solid Leave Message Three Drawers Below. lounger chair with removable Gown $1.85 Engine Business Items $500 tray. Best Offer takes all. Cherry Trestle Deep purple, size 24, Delta Lathe 1959 With Latham Blower Cherry Dining Cash register with scanner Please call 860-928-9388 Absolutely beautiful. $150. And Four Carburetors and credit card machine. Highchair Table (860)774-0464 Reproducer $50 Four Drawer Dresser with hidden leaf and 4 chairs. $8000 OBO Room Table Large/small bag holders. Fits 12" & 14" Delta With 2 leaves, 4 side chairs Sign Stand. Approximately With Hutch Top And Asking $300 or best offer Lathes $450 Honda Goldwing White Crib Call (508)892-1222. 2006 Jazzy Select and 2 captains chairs. 400 assorted plastic tags for Mattress Included $300 Matching 6 Drawer Bureau. Backpack Motorcycle Seat Only $500. pricing items. $600 or best $100. Motorized offer. Call (860)774-3309 508-885-2866 53” Panasonic Wheelchair Never Used Black, Other Accessories Cherry TV Armoire 860-779-1632 $100 Available Only $300. After 6pm HD TV In great condition. $1900 or $150 Must be seen to appreciate. Campground Decorative $800 best offer. E-mail for complete list Prices are negotiable. Membership Dry Sink Franklin Cast Products [email protected] Call 508-259-8805 860-564-6658 Call (508)892-1908 (508)864-1092 Sturbridge, MA With Matching Wall Cabinet, Scandia 315 Wood Outdoor World/ Pine & Cranberry $60 Stove (1979) Privileged Access L.P. Not Used For Over 12 Years! Deeded Decorative $150 OBO Town-to-Town $11,000/OBO Corner Hutch Gibson 14.5cu.ft. 203-938-6922 Pine & Green Heavy Duty Commercial $50 Chest Freezer Chairs Call 508-347-9557 $250 OBO CLASSIFIEDS ALL BEST OFFER Both Items Designer Excellent Condition HOME TOWN SERVICE, BIG TIME RESULTS 2 Patio Loungers 508-922-0121 4 Office Chairs Wedding TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL TOLL FREE OR EMAIL YOUR AD TO US 1 Kennedy Rocker Freedom for [email protected] 1 Swivel Office Desk Chair Dress Christmas Reach Every Home in Call (508)461-9477 Never Worn! Give it to someone you Christina Wu Strapless love... a new Northeast Connecticut Cherry Dining Gown with train. Size 8. Rascal Turnabout 1-800-536-5836 Purchased at Kleinfelds for One Low Price! Room Table Top of the line. Very secure NYC. Elegant beading and stable. RATES: Your Ad Will Appear In All Beautiful sculpted edges. with organza & silk/satin Includes 2 leaves, 4 side material. $700. $925.12 takes it away. Four Villager Newspapers chairs, and 2 end chairs with (508)234-1283 “Guaranteed to Sell” - We will run your ad arms. $600. Call (508)949-2528 $ UTNAM ILLAGER Call (508)234-2053 Furniture until you sell your item! P V Beautiful Mint Condition Cherry Triple Diamond Ring - Ad runs in all 4 papers until you call us...w/up to 30 words - 20 .48 carat, brilliant cut, round. Merlot-Finished Dining THOMPSON VILLAGER Dresser Clarity VS2. $1200. Room Set And China $200 Sanyo 27” TV $100. Cabinet. $ .00 Complete used computer “All other” Classifieds - (RUNS IN ALL 4 PAPERS!) 1 Week 14 OODSTOCK ILLAGER Cherry Daybed With Queen/Full Sized Penn W V with copier. $150. 6ft futon. Plus Master Bedroom Set. Business ads, Help Wanted, Announcements, 2 Weeks $22.00 Twin Mattress Black tube frame, $90. $300 Call (508)347-8294 Includes Men’s Dresser 4 Weeks $38.00 KILLINGLY VILLAGER & Woman’s Real Estate, Animals, etc. Blonde Dropleaf Table Dresser/Vanity. * 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. With 2 Chairs $200 Dining Set Prices Negotiable! Table With 2 Leafs, Both Items Must Go! To use this coupon, simply write your ad below: (2) Cherry Cabinets With 8 Chairs, And 413-531-1654 Supply credit card info or check, or WE WILL BE HAPPY TO BILL YOU LATER! Swivel Top Matching Hutch. $50 Each Rock Maple Furniture For Write Your Ad Here (or attach copy) 5-Drawer Bureau Great Condition! Sale ______$50 $595 Cherry armoire, $250 or b/o, ______860-974-2881 508-892-4495 all-in-one bunk beds, $350 ______or b/o. Cherry stackable bookcase, $75. Buttercream ______Dirt Bike contemporary sectional ______Chickering 2003 RM65 Suzuki couch (very different) $600 Ad Will Run In: Putnam Villager, Thompson Villager, Woodstock Villager & Killingly Villager Spinet Piano Great condition, asking or b/o. $1200. Please call Name: ______Baby Grand & Call (774)696-3360 Address: ______(774)452-0294 Town:______Zip:______Phone: ______Bench $700. 1993 Chevrolet Dishwasher Generator Email (Optional) ______Camaro; 21,270 miles, all Brand new, never used. MQ Multi Quip 6000. Used Mail or Fax to: Villager Newpapers-Town-To-Town Classifieds, 25 Elm Street, Southbridge, MA 01550 (Fax 508-764-7645) original, $5000. Contains garbage disposal. only once, 3600 RMPs. Asking $650. Or email your ad to us at: [email protected] or call toll-free 1-800-536-5836 Call (508)765-9316 leave $200. message Call (860)779-3638 Call (508)476-3579 B8 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, February 1, 2008

010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE Saturday Treatment Nurse Gas & Gas Heating Kenmore Local History NordicTrack and Cooking Stove Electric Stove Book Elliptical FLEXIBLE White, very clean. Will Flattop, Great Condition. (1) Bowen’s History $150. Displays heart rate, fat, Sign On Bonus $1,000 HOURS! deliver. $500 or best offer. $200 Genealogy Woodstock calories burned. Six Call (860)963-7313 GE Dishwasher resistance and pace levels. Families Training zone monitors your Butcherblock Top Volume 6, 1935, Author $75 progress to guide through GE/RCA Signed/Numbered effective workout. Per Diem Charge Nurse Washing Machine 781-801-4061 $135 Call (860)792-0482 Super Capacity New Belt Keyboard Call Dave 860-774-1203 Oak Entertainment Also, Toddler Toys & Stand, Case and 860-774-2949 Center Other Items Chair 60” W x 73” H, $200. 860-923-9131 New, never been used. Top Natural Wood Kitchen Table of the line. Bought at Machinist Tools 36x54 with 6 cushioned Generator 5K Gordon’s Music last fall. Paid Tool chest, also other odds chairs, $200. over $600 will sell for $325 and ends. Brass Fireplace Doors Watts! firm. Call (508)234-8034 fit approximately 28x34, 2-20 Amp/110V or 1-220V Please contact $100. Westview believes in rewards and recognition and here are outlets, only run 7 hours, (508)450-7150 Massage Table Call (508)943-1477 just serviced, runs great. Secretary’s Desk after 5pm some of the exciting offerings you have to look forward to Asking $550. Kitchen Antique Dresser & Mirror Call (508)347-2960 Oak Entertainment Talking with us about: Wood-Burning Stove Huntington House Couch Boston Stove Foundry. Center Geriatric Chair Light Blue, Good Condition. Entertainment Center Oak King Bedroom Set • Exceptional Wage and Benefit Package $400 On casters with push bar and 5-Seat Sectional Oak Table • Tuition Reimbursement COTA feeding tray. Foot rest, very 508-278-7718 Patio Set (3) Craftmatic Twin Beds sturdy, like new, $100. Desk Positions Call (860)774-0525 Kroeger-Gildemeester Jessica McClintock Dress • Short Term Disability/Life Insurance Size 6 Shredder Also Piano Exercise Bike • Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay Girls Twin c/ 1852 Patent, Mahogany. File Cabinet Oreck Vacuum & Available Canopy Bed $2000 Lawnmower Shampooer • Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials With mattress and Featherweight Sewing Many Miscellaneous Items Singer Sewing Machine boxspring. Color is white Machine EVERYTHING MUST GO! And Much More! • Outstanding Health and Dental Insurance with pink flowers on $500 508-987-0977 860-974-1396 headboard. Good condition. Federal Antique Dining Table, • 401K (with facility match) Asking $200. w/6 Chairs, Unfinished. $150 Memory Foam Onkyo Complete Call (860)974-2055 Fireplace Screen w/ • Employee Appreciation Programs and More Glass $25. Authentic Stereo System Goodyear Computer $50 Therapeutic Turntable, Receiver, 6-CD Wrangler w/Silent Lexmark Copier/ Changer, Cassette Player, Printer/Scanner $50 NASA Mattress Surround Sound. You won’t want to miss out on this wonderful opportunity: Armor 27” Sony TV $50 Queen, $399. Brand new in Rarely Used, 2 Years Old, 305-75-16, 80% tread. $400 19” Zenith TV $25 plastic full warranty. Paid $4500 Call Ruth Bentley today at for set of 4. 2-Speed Hot Tub Pump $50 Call Tom (978)597-3033 Asking $1000 Also 1979 Chevy K10 New Faucet With Pull-Out Brother Multi Photo Center 860-774-8574, ext. 114. rebuilt motor, daily Sprayer $50 “Merits” Color Printer, Copier, driver. $2,100. Morse Console Sewing Scanner. Never Used. $100 Call Dan (860)963-0525 Machine $50 Power Wheelchair 3 VCR’s $50 Each Like new Hewlett/Packard Color Microwaves $20 Each Copier/Printer/Fax “Gould” PLUS Brand New In Box $100 Water Pressure Call Beverly Hercules 3000 Chair Lift “ I have joined an organization that i can 413-245-4587 For Van Konica Minolta 5MP Booster Pump Multi-Function be proud to be associated with because of Cost over $5500.00 3/4 HP w/220 volt 3-phase Ladies Camera w/Video. its supportive environment and promotion variable speed controller, Will sell for $2000.00 Rarely Used $150 $600. Engagement Ring Call (860)774-5114 Zyron Wish Blade For of excellence in nursing. I am excited to be 14 carat Yellow Gold, Dinette Set Metal Radiator Scrapbooking part of such an exciting time when our Seating for four w/glass top Diamond Solitaire, Brand New In Box $400 and three bar stools. $500. 6-Prong Tiffany Mounted Covers Inversion Table building has been updated with the latest .78 carat, Color G Call Matt at 2 Available Brand New In Box $400 equipment and space for our employees; Clarity VS1, Round Peter (774)535-1799 Tony Little Rock’n Roll and beautiful amenities are being offered to Brilliant Cut 508-832-7414 Stepper Grandfather Clock Asking $2700 Brand New In Box $50 those we take care of. 508-987-3987 Miscellaneous Walnut, Winchester chime, Call 508-764-6398 $200. Items For Information. Designers Mother-of-the- Ask For Deb I personally recommend Westview Health Bride Gown Large Double Broyhill Shaker Pine Size 8, Pewter color with Stainless-Steel Entertainment Center Oriental Style Rug Care Center to my nursing colleagues.”: elegant beading, matching w/doors Sink Green $40 Joanne Joslyn, RN Supervisor jacket paid $700, w/Faucet & Sprayer Fits 36” Or Smaller asking $250. TV/DVD/Stereo Coffee Table Call (508)885-4303 43” x 22” 46” x 28” $30 $150 $300.00 o.b.o. Gravely Tractor Breyer Model Horses 508-248-6505 48” Deck, 12 HP. Christmas China Older, For Collector Before 9pm Needs Work. $10 (860)774-3309 Oster Mixer $499 508-735-9493 Blender, grinder, slicer, 860-974-2081 Moving Sale shredder. Whirlpool washer and dryer Good condition, $50. Lazy Boy set, $300. 2 couch and chair Black and white TV Hand Carved sets, $300 each. Oak 16 inches, Sylvania, $50. Recliner/Rocker entertainment center, holds Good working condition. Benches Large, comfortable, beige 32” TV, $50. Miscellaneous Call (860)774-5770 colored. Gently used for two bedroom furniture, best Unique, rustic benches. years. Includes owner’s offer. Paddleboats Great for yards, patios manual and arm covers. Call (774)766-0359 and etc.. Downsizing. $275 or best For Sale 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE Different styles and sizes. offer. MOVING! Unique, Pirate Ship Starting at $150. Call (860)774-7194 Shaped Paddleboats. Pool Table Sear Craftsman 5HP Solid Mahogany Sound System MUST SELL! Suitable For Everyone! Call 508-892-3158 LOTS OF ITEMS 8’, 3/4” Slate Brunswick, Chipper/Shredder Dining Room Set High End Home Lots Of Fun! Drop Pockets. $250 Lazy Boy Sofa Dishes, Deer Head, See Boats On Pre-1940’s Water Fountain, Etc... $3700 New. 508-765-5700 Table w/Leaf Theatre With Hayward D.E. Solid Sage Green, three www.adventureglass.com Sell For $2250 cushion, excellent conditon, Everything Must Go! Asking $2000 Each (extends to 72”) Receiver Extended Cycle standard size 7’. $600. Or Best Offer Bedroom Set One-armed chair, Pair McIntosh THX loud Call (860)963-7880 leave Dudley, MA Sewing Machine speakers, McIntosh THX Pool Filter 1-774-200-4076 Call Mirror/Lighted and Serger Cabinet Five side chairs. Self-Priming Pump & message or call after 860-208-9224 Headboard, Mirror Buffet center speakers, MX (Miller 5:30pm $175 or best offer. Maple 62”Wx36”Tx17.5”D and Kreisel THX Chlorine Feeder. New Diamond Will Deliver Dresser. twin bed, with box spring, subwoofer, Yamaha Inground Pool Ladder $80 $165/BO. Lay-Z-Boy Maroon China Cabinet RX-V3200 Receiver, Ring Pellet Stove 44”Wx72”Tx15.5”D & Light Hot Tub swivel recliner $200/BO. remote control. Rarely used. $250 LIKE NEW Size 5 1/2 white gold, .80 For Sale Duvet covers; other chairs. Paid $6000, asking $1700. carat total (1/2 carat center Asking $750 For Parts/Repair. All pieces in excellent Call 860-774-7346 INSTRUMENT All very good condition. condition - pictures Call Ken (508)234-3042 stone plus 6 small Has Small Tubing Leak. (860)963-9036 Vito Tenor Saxophone diamonds) paid $1500. 15’ x 30’ Pool Deck $150 available through Paid $900 Asking $1000. $100 the internet. Spa HearthStone Will sell for $600 860-887-5933 Call (860)928-4661 or LOOKING FOR: Shed Will sell complete set for 4-6 Person, Runs Great Heritage Wood Call 508-885-1050 Large Outdoor Dog Kennel $1000 (860)234-3128 Pride Jet 3 10’ x 12’ $1,850.00 Stove New Englander 508-764-2727 T-111 Polycoat, Double 860-935-5981 Maytag Washer Polished Soapstone, Black Electric Doors, Loft, Workbench, Runs Like New, $25 matte cast model No. 8020. Pellet Stove Pepsi-Cola Cooler Wheelchair Windows. Purchased new 7/01. Still in Like new Double Sliding Doors. Baby Stuff One Month Old, Rarely Purchased In 2002. Has All $1250 Solid Maple Nothing Over $20 perfect condition! $1000. Used. 6-Bag Hopper, 6’7” Tall, 3’8” Wide. Attachments (Foot Loops, 508-867-5850 Call (860)928-1101 Whirlpool Recently Been Cabinet Changing Table, Pack & Works Excellent, Can Be Straight Pad). Two New 508-579-1827 Play, Etc. Side-by-side Used With Thermostat. Refurbished. Batteries And Two New By American Woodmark Comes With $300 Worth $400 Or Best Offer Electric Motors Installed (Matching pieces available Upright Freezer Heating Stoves In July 2007. Shopsmith Saw through Home Depot) 1. Woodstove Soapstone and White fridge Of Piping. Call Ed. 13 cu. ft. $50 508-754-3900 $350 With Attachments Like new, $100 or castiron. 16” logs glass door 25.4ft. $650. Paid $1700 For Sale best offer. 860-935-0003 like new, $700/BO. 508-612-9462 508-765-1582 Like new Pioneer 101-disc Asking $1550 FIRM Includes Wood Lathe, Call (508)987-2702 2. Keystone/Coalstove. Fully 508-248-5950 automatic, 65,000 BTU, uses CD Changer/player, $75. Pfaltzgraff Pub/Bar Set Drill Press, Table Saw, Speedaire Air rice coals, 4 days on 50lbs. New/unopened GE 8000 New Snap-On Gold "Village" Pattern. Mahogany Braided Edge And Converts To Sander. Solid Oak Compressors 2yrs $1,000/BO. BTU Table setting for 8 plus Table With Center Wine Asking $500 window AC, $110. Harley Davidson 3 ph 30 & 80 gallon. Onan (860)774-4671 extras. Casserole, platter, Rack. Includes Two 860-617-0182 Contemporary Generators 5k W. Scale 1k Items in Uxbridge, MA Collectors Edition mixing bowls, soup Barstool Chairs, Style Desk lbs. Best offer on all listings. HIGH Call (508)779-0344 Toolbox tureen, cookie jar, and Beautifully Designed, Small Roll Top Simple Lines, 30” x 60”. Call (508)347-1223 PERFORMANCE Black and chrome with more. 75 pieces all very Fabric Still Covered In Desk $200 OBO Like New! Harley logos & flames. 5, H x good condition. Plastic, Brand New. Please Call For More Details TIRES 3, W 12 drawers. Must be Asking $400 Oak in color, (4) pedestal 508-446-3967 Spinet Piano and Large Two-Level Light $100. legs. 45” H, 31” W and 24” Toyo SNOWPROX S952 M+S seen. $4000 firm. 508-347-7654 Please Call Bench Size 215/55R16 93H Oak Coffee Table Contact Dale 508-987-2798 D. $75. Solid Oak Dining Call (860)963-7880. $800. Country Blue plaid Set Of 4 $125 (508)943-8692 after 6pm. Piano Room Set loveseat and chair. $450. Don’t Fit New Car Leave message or call Wilson ladies clubs, bag, Good Condition Baldwin Spinnet Queen Sized Bed after 5:30pm Pedestal Table, 42”x64”, $250 OBO 8’ x 11’ Karastan New Solid Oak With Bench. (4) Matching Chairs, cart, $200. All excellent 508-347-2217 Brand New. Cherry Oriental Rug Sideboard/Hutch Good Condition. Wood Headboard And (2) 14” Self-Store Leaves. condition. Will consider Snow Tires Glass-Top Hutch reasonable offers. New Fringe & with Brass $950 Footboard. Never Call (508)867-8532 Professionally Cleaned Used. New Boxspring 4 P225-60-R17. Tires like (78”x44”x19”) Hot Tub Hardware new, winter ‘07. $300 or best Excellent Condition ‘07 model; 6 person, 32 jets, $350 Sauna & Mattress, Never Mission style 50” L x 33” H x Finnleo, Portable, Comes offer. $1500 OBO with all options. Waterfall, Call Rich 18” D; three center drawers Used. Brand New Call (508)234-7930 860-923-9317 Stamp Set aroma-therapy, lighting, with 18’ x 5’, two cupboards 12” In 2 Pieces. Perfect Bedcovers & cover, full warranty. Brand 508-826-2029 For Two. Assembles Issued by the country of L x 18” H w/adjustable Pillowcases Included. Solid Oak Set Sierra Leone. This is the new in wrapper. Cost $7000, shelves. Home built by seller. In Minutes. Simply $1500 Snowbear 7’ Plow sell for $3800. Universal Mount, With Roller 48” round table w/18” exploration of Mars set. 16 Living Room Couch $300. Plugs Into Standard 508-832-0344 extension, 66x48” oval, 4 years ago the country made Call (860)244-9544 Household Outlet. Trolley. And Matching Chair Call (508)434-2702 $200 matching chairs w/cloth only 3000 sets. $750/BO Floral Design Fabric $500 seats, a corner hutch Call John (860)774-5877 Jackie Kennedy $150 New Woodmaster 508-347-5725 Radio/Control Air Tires 26”Dx44”x78”H, $1500/BO Planer/Molder 235/75/16 (Truck Tires) Doll 413-245-9001 Planes $15 Each Electronic Piano State Select In original box by Franklin With 18” Drum Sander Piano (3) Ready to fly with Futaba Casio Model# CTK1000 Mint. Includes accessories, Living Room Set Attachment. 5HP Motor. Whitney upright with bench. transmitters and 4 cycle Stake Body Bed For Pickup w/stand, $250/BO. Propane Water display case and stand. Weighs 420lbs. Needs to be refinished. $400 engines. Loads of misc. flight With Roll Bar Call (860)974-0236 Certificates of authenticity. 90” Sofa or best offer. & building equipment. $150 Heater Love Seat Also, 120A, 2HP, Shop Call (508)278-6501 Former member of Neds R/C Solid Rock 40 gallon, like new, used 3 Selling for $150 or best offer. Fox Vacuum With All 508-867-6460 Call (860)774-7194 Oriental Rug club. Maple Buffet months. $125/best offer. (Machine-Made) Attachments, Hooks Up Player Piano Call Bob (860)779-6484 Call (860)974-3926 To All Three. Sofa and table with 2 leafs and 6 John Deere 2 Matching End-Tables With 400 rolls. Located on chairs. Good condition. $550 Mint Condition. first floor. $1200. Recliner Sofa Country Plaid With or best offer. Tempurpedic Bed Snowthrower Take The Whole Set For Call (508)867-2739 Cushions And Recliners $1000 Or Best Offer Books/Manuals Included Dark green, 85 inches Call (508)248-4561 Full Sized, Fully Adjustable For LX And GT Series Asking $3500 OBO Excellent condition On Each End. With Massage. Excellent Lawn & Garden Tractors. 508-867-9650 Portable Air Great Condition. Condition. Paid $3000 Call John $400 or best offer Solid Teak 42 Inch, Conditioner (860)779-1798 $200 Asking $1200 FIRM Used Once(Honest!) 508-949-1051 9000 BTU Dining Table 508-987-5239 Living Room Set Oak Entertainment Rich natural color, oval with Includes Chains, Weights, Broyhill; Couch, love seat Can Be Moved From Schwinn Electric And Operator’s Manual Room To Room. Center slatted top, trestle base, and rocker. Hardly used. Pellet Stove Scooter Will Hold Wide Screen TV 43”x70” with 30” drop Tires & Rims $1500 Sage green print. $750. Like new, $899. Also, wood Excellent Condition, extension leaf. Unique heavy Black custom rims and 774-745-0242 Used Very Little. Needs new battery, $60. Air $100 Cement Mixer stove, $500. Cord wood, hockey table, $50. construction. Yokohama tires,16x7, Email For Pictures Or 2 years old, $150 $189 per 128 c.u. ft. Bought at Sears For $499. Flute with case, $250. Call Only $800 OBO. 205/55R16C Questions Call (860)774-5242 or Call (508)347-3165 or Asking $150 (508)764-6560 508-764-2101 (Nights) Call (860)774-0624 Sell $275 or best offer. [email protected] (860)942-0601 (774)452-1235 Call 860-923-9964 774-230-8337 (Days) Call (860)974-1043 VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ Friday, February 1, 2008 B9

203 SNOWMOBILES 215 CAMPING 286 LIVESTOCK 310 GENERAL HELP 402 GENERAL SERVICES 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE Bagged Shavings WANTED 500 REAL ESTATE Two Arctic Cat GET RID OF Toro Commercial Wm. Knabe Baby Snowmobiles Kiln-Dried Pine IMMEDIATE Call The 1998 550 Cougar DLX THE KIDS FOR Paper Bags. EMPLOYMENT 501 REAL ESTATE Lawnmower Grand Piano 2000 EFI 580 ZL THE WEEKEND! 3.25 Cubic Feet OPPORTUNITY Junk Man WANTED Pro-Line Series, With 44” With Bench, Good Condition. $4.50 Each (No Limit) Snow Plowing. Any Reasonable Offer. Both Electric Start, And reconnect with your Seeking Pianist/Organist Deck And Trac Vac Reverse, Liquid Cooled. spouse, or take a small Pick Up In Removal of Metal, Collection System. Buyer Must Move! To Accompany Church Choir 2000 Karavan Enclosed vacation! Slumber-party West Brookfield & Congregational Singing. Appliances, Great For Picking Up Monitor 38 Cast-Iron camp in beautiful Appx. 5 hr/week, Including Grass Clippings And Trailer, Spare Tires, Etc. Rock Valley Farm Furniture. Wood Stove Fitzwilliam, New 508-867-2508 Sunday Worship Service Leaves. Package Deal: $6500 OBO Hampshire! 10-11am And Adult Choir Construction Holds 32 Inch Logs materials Cellars & $1900 Top Or Side Feed. Transportation, food, Rehearsal Thursday Evenings Also, lodging, and fun! Year 508-832-7414 Best Reasonable Offer Collet Communicators 7-8:30pm. Attics cleaned. round,spaces go fast. 295 BUILDING SUPPLIES Submit Resume And Demolition of small 860-774-3013 $200 Wont break you, ************** kids will have a blast! References To: buildings, Tires. EQUAL HOUSING Troy-Bilt Chipper Call After 6pm Harvey Windows Elm Street Congregational Leaves & brush Wood Stove 860-779-9780 FOOD, FUN, FIELD TRIPS! Church, U.C.C. Vac Alternating boy weekends New - Still Wrapped removed. Small OPPORTUNITY 4-Speed Forward, Large, Air Tight, Cast Attn: Search Committee and girl weekends! (2) Big 41 1/2 x 57 PO Box 723 Residential Moves. ************** 1-Speed Reverse. Iron. Glacier Bay, Ornate Call For Rates, R.O. Double Hung, Front Doors. Takes Over 205 BOATS Southbridge, MA 01550 Furnaces Removed All real estate advertising in Paid $1300 New And Reservations! Vinyl, White this newspaper is subject to Two-Foot Length Wood. 17 Foot Glastron Or By Email To: Check-our-down-to- $600 or best offer Kathy (603)585-9245 Both For $300 [email protected] The Federal Fair Housing Act Good shape, lightly used Excellent. 508-278-7835 earth prices first! of 1968, which makes it $500 OBO Sierra 177 4.3 (508)410-1934 Mercruiser I/O Leasing Weekends also! illegal to advertise any or preference, limitation or Antique Aladdin Only 156 Hours On 255 PHOTOGRAPHY discrimination based on race, (508)943-5188 Kitchen Cook Stove 297 CHILD CARE Agent/Resident All of Central Mass Engine Services color, religion, sex, handicap, Complete. Power Steering, Trim and Connecticut familial status (number of Unique Bar BO Over $500 children and or pregnancy), Control, AM/FM Radio, East Coast Coordinator Dave Solid Oak with lighted 860-928-3858 Soft Top, Mooring Cover, Dr. Day Care’s FT/PT, Weekend And 508-347-7804 national origin, ancestry, age, stained glass canopy, brass Evenings Required. High marital status, or any top and foot rail, 2 chairs, w/Glastron Trailer, Skis, Photo Part time & Full or intention to make an such Wood/Coal Stove Vest & Etc., Maintenance Energy Team Player Needed 72” high, 64” wide, 22” deep. Time Rates For Apartment Community 413-262-5082 preference, limitation or Great Christmas gift. $100. Poster Bed Maple Manuals and Supplies Imagery discrimination. This wood, double/queen, good Free breakfast and lunch. We In Ware, MA. Previous Sales $1200 or BO. $8000 Company accept CT care 4 kids. Experience A Plus. newspaper will not condition, very nice, $300. For More Info Call knowingly accept any Call (508)450-5836 Antique Wedding Dress, size Call (401)647-7421 Knowledge Of Microsoft 413-245-7501 New to area, low Office Required. Saunders & advertising for real estate 6 with train, excellent drdaycare.com that is in violation of the law. Upright Freezer condition, $200. introductory Wedding and Fax Resume And Salary Portrait prices. Visit our Requirements To: Sons Roofing Our readers are hereby Appx. 14 cu. ft., In Nice Call (860)935-0116 informed that all dwellings Shape. Studio special $10.00 for 413-967-9512 Talk to the owner Wooden 1963 17-Foot full sheet fill with any sizes. 298 WANTED TO BUY directly. I’m on the job from advertising in this newspaper $100 OBO start to finish. are available on and equal Laurel Call LJ (508)864-0365 opportunity basis. To Quilt Frame Staffing Call Bill Toll Free 8’ Fiberglass 3 Rail System - Folds With 1988 85HP www.epicphotography. complain about Truck Cap Down. 2 Swing Arm Outboard Motor ifp3.com Source, Inc. 1-866-961-ROOF discrimination call The Fair/Good Condition Department of Housing and Front & Side Sliding Lamps Included ◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊ 508-765-0100 Urban Development “HUD” Windows, Locking Runs Well $ Quilting Area Is 18” x 72” Comes With Trailer More Than Solutions!!! MA Reg # 153955 toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. Rear Door. Like New! For Photos, 265 FUEL/WOOD Ross Recycling Results!!! CT Reg # 0609329 For the N.E. area, call HUD Only $495 Use This URL: $750 Fully Insured Free Estimates ad 617-565-5308,. The toll (508)397-4994 We Will Buy Your Staffing Source, Inc. has References Available 860-928-3181 www.flickr.com/photos/ free number for the hearing mlm7154/sets Firewood Green Scrap Metals immediate openings for *Now Accepting All Major impaired is 1-800-927-9275 Call 860-963-7932 1980 Grady the following positions: Credit Cards* Used Computer $125. Half Seasoned, Trucks 505 APARTMENTS FOR $150. Wurlitzer Player White 24’ Cars 1st & 2nd Shifts RENT Equipment With 235 Johnston Motor 128 cubic feet. HP Printer Deskjet 932C Aluminum Pickers/Packers Piano (Overhauled 2004) And Delivered (508)735-7072 Warehouse Workers Dudley Gateway Keyboard Studio model. Excellent Holes Claw Break-Away Copper HP Scanjet Scanner Available February 1, 4 condition. Trailer. Brass Engineering rooms, off-street parking, 5300C Series Call (508)764-7601 Standard Electronic, 283 PETS Technician (Putnam) $550 per month plus utilities. Best Offer! Route 44 Yamaha PSR 195 Cabin. Many Extras. (E. Putnam, CT) Maintenance First, last and security Needs Cosmetic Work. Mechanic deposit required. Hammond Organ Electric keyboard with 2 St. Bernard 860-928-7165 Call (508)949-3647 With Drawbars speakers. Excellent $15,000 OBO (Willimantic) And Pedals condition, in carrying case. Danielson, CT Puppies TRASH 401-487-8677 15 Weeks, Great Machine Operators $1400 $150 Or Best Offer Temperament, Vet Checked, Call (508)234-8038 Material Handlers FREE RENT 508-476-7642 1986 Bow Rider Vaccinated. $ SERVICE before 6pm $800 OBO Assemblers Through 170HP I/O Mercruiser with 508-614-0409 Used Furniture EZload trailer. Great shape. Fill Line Operators Residential-Totes February 2008 Available 3 beds, 4 bureaus, 1 vanity, 100 GENERAL Call (508)826-2926 Heat & Hot 2 tables, 1 dining set, desk, 300 HELP WANTED All Shifts! Commercial- Water Included 5 braided rugs, chairs, 1986 Stingray Positions Available In 2yd-10yd some are antiques, 105 BULLETIN BOARD 18 foot bowrider, 3.0 The Putnam and 2 Bedrooms PUPPIES Roll off- (860)928-3829 ••••••••••• mercruiser, I/O, good Surrounding Areas Spacious, Fully condition, new covers, depth 310 GENERAL HELP 12yd -30yd Applianced finder, marine radio, runs Used Furniture Cash Paid For FOR SALE WANTED Pre-Employment Drug Greenway Waste Apartments For Rent Sewing table, $100, Casual great. $3000 with trailer. Screen and chair; Removal of Call (860)779-3059 Background Check, Services Starting at $696 ------is a locally owned and Bureau; end table, $20 each; complete junk Various Purebred & Companions For And HS/GED • On-Site Laundry Sofa table, $150. Couch- operated business vehicles 1987 Bayliner Designer Hybrid’s the Elderly Needed May Be Required! offering weekly, biweekly, good condition Clayton Mar- 22 foot, dual axle trailer. 4 • Basketball Court cus, $350 Vet Checked Throughout MA/CT monthly, or on call Call TOLL FREE cylinder Volvo crusader out- Health Guaranteed WALK-INS WELCOME! service for all of your • Playground Cash only please! drive. $3500 or best offer Call (508)347-7820 866-935-9932 Border Applications accepted TRASH & RECYCLING Call 860-923-2396 Make a difference in Monday-Friday NEEDS. We Guarantee a • Pool or contact us at someone's life by providing 9am-4pm saving up to 40% off your INCOME LIMITS APPLY Utility Trailer batesautoparts.com 1991 18 Ft Larson care, companionship, and current service. Section 8 Welcome 4x6, 6 months old, $450 or the ability to retain their Bowrider RECRUITING AT Pass the word about the best offer. ••••••••••• independence. 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Wanted Dead or Alive” Delivered By Our Town Crier, ------Homemakers, two Offers Medical, Dental, CASH PAID Brookside Terrace Jet Ski Dock $500 With Information From You. 1992 Sunbird Munchkin & Persian convenient local offices: Vision, and Life FOR COMPLETE JUNK 508-347-7219 $50 Kittens Enfield CT, 77 Hazard Ave Insurance Benefits! VEHICLES 11 Village Drive Call Nickie 19’ with trailer Professional Grooming Unit L, 800-690-5348, and Referral Bonuses!!! Weaving Loom 413-245-4684 Cuddy cabin, fully equipped, 25 Years Experience Norwich CT, 60 Main Street, low hours on engine. 800-690-5187. Four-harness floor loom, six 107 Providence Street 107 MISC. FREE Very good condition. $7,900. “You’ve tried the rest- CT DCP HCA. 0000101 Belding Mill Complex Southbridge,MA 01550 treadles, 32” weaving width. Call 508-885-3689 now try the best” Quality maple construction, Putnam, CT visit us at: Phone: 860-963-2033 (508)764-7675 excellent construction. TOLL FREE Matching maple bench, extra FREE WOOD 2000-18Ft Pro www.carolsdoghouse.com Fax: 860-963-2069 reeds, heddles, other Delivery Driver putnam@staffing 866-935-9932 accessories included. $800 PALLETS Series Bass Major firm. Local delivery in sourceusa.com Putnam, CT area. Good New & Used Parts for all. Call (860)963-2228 You pick up. Monday thru Tracker w/trailer Pure Bred customer service skills. Mid MON-FRI 8-5 SAT 8-3 River Mill Friday 8am-noon. 50HP Outboard with dual $30K, days, full benefits, Recycling Since 1938 Wedding Dress Stonebridge Press fish finders. Too many including dental $ 401K. 333 SURROGATE www.batesautoparts.com 25 Optical Drive Puppies *For a limited time only Village In sealed box. White with options to list. $5,900 Over thirty breeds available. Call Dutton MOTHERS veil, worn once. $200 or (located behind Southbridge 1-888-786-0791 N. Grosvenordale, CT Hotel & Conference Center) or best offer. Health checked/guaranteed. best offer. 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Outboard Motor training required. or [email protected] 20” shaft/tiller control 1979 SeaStar Boat 16ft 2005 Arctic Cat 400 SERVICES • Adjacent to Riverside Good Condition/Used in Call (508)943-0700 442 LICENSED DAY Park Tri-Haul 50HP Mercury. F7 Snowmobile fresh water only. 60 pt. ext. 115 $500 or BO. CARE •On-site professional Low Miles, Real Fast. inspection by OUTBOARD 402 GENERAL SERVICES 6x10 ft utility trailer EXCHANGE. *************** management and $300/BO. 2005 Arctic Cat $1100 OBO Per CT General maintenance staff Make an offer 440 Z-Model Call (860)230-4940 New Owners! or email Statutes 19e-87b-5g, Please call Call (860)974-3582 or Snowmobile New Energy! Direct A&H all advertisements for (508)612-7601 [email protected] New Stuff! (860)923-3919 Leave message Like Brand New! JUNK Daycare Services in for more information $7500 For Both For Sale Care the state of Weider Pro 240 508-987-9313 Boat Boarding REMOVAL Connecticut must Luxury suites, Male Staff SOUTHBRIDGE Weight Bench 9 Ft. Dinghy, 4 Ft. Beam include your 2005 Polaris 600 walks, treats, & one on 1:1 position working MASONRY license/registration Fabulous 4 Bedroom With Exercera Vinyl $1000 New w/active individual Edge Touring Sled Ideal Lake Boat one playtimes available. number. Apartment. Sunny, Warm, Barbell Set (150#) w/autism & dev. disability MOVING Beautiful Stainless Brand New In Boxes Low mileage $500 Firm doing athletic activities and 860-774-0587 Natural foods other outings. HS/GED, Steel Kitchen. $75 2004 Polaris CLEANING & Daycare Cozy Front Porch. Call (860)923-3833 700XC-SP Reiki Driver’s License, Flower Essences Orientation Training DEMOLITION Openings Lovely Backyard. Low mileage REDUCED!! required. Flexible daytime Daycare available in quiet MUST SEE! Welding Cable 2005 Load Rite Feng Shui hours. Brooklyn neighborhood $1000/month. New. 1/0. $2 per foot. Two Sea Doo located 1 mile from Trailer Call (508)943-0700 Available February 1st Call (860)935-9193 Daycare fairgrounds. Monday-Friday, 508-234-3724 101x10 never used. Selling Jet Ski’s ext. 115 6:00am-6:00pm. Whirlpool (Estate) whole package with 3 Daily/weekly rates Call Mary (860)786-1755 snowmobile suits, 3 helmets with Trailer Southbridge Washer & Dryer for and 2 snowmobile covers. Training NEWLY RENOVATED Sale Valued at $14,800, selling for One is a 1996 XP, yellow. Clean Out Nice, 3 bedroom duplex, $11,000. MUST SELL!! The other is a 1994 FPX Basic-Advanced Attics, Garages, fenced in yard. Washer/dryer Heavy duty, super capacity white w/green trim. Both run white. Excellent condition, 6 Call (860)974-1625 or Group or private Domino’s Cellars, Houses, hookups, off street parking. excellent! $4000 for all No pets. First, last and years old. Washer is 8 cycle, (860)617-2116 Call 508-764-2293 Apartments, 4 speed. Dryer is 7 cycle, 4 Pizza Offices, Stores, Etc. security deposit required. temperatures. $445 for both. Immediate openings Call (508)764-6204 Experienced caring staff Demolition (508)867-6747 Now hiring drivers for After 5pm for more Killingly Villager Tours 10am-4pm Small Buildings information Other times by appt. Southbridge and Webster White Wedding Putnam Villager locations. ATTN: Landlords please! Full-time & Part-time Or House Owners Spencer Gown Thompson Villager Earn excellent money Clean & Bright, sunny one bedroom 508-987-0077 while having fun! Paint Interiors ground level. Nice back yard, Never Worn Woodstock Villager new kitchen, tile/hardwood, Size 8, long sleeves beaded 205 Federal Hill Call 10% Discount applianced, trash removal, coin-op laundry nearby, no and lace. Terra mid length Total Market Coverage Road Jared (Southbridge) With This Ad Villager Newspapers vale, cathedral vale, slip. Paid (508)765-0822 Call pets/smoking. $600/month. $1400 for all, asking $800 or Villager Newspapers Oxford, MA Gary (Webster) First, security and Good Local Newspaper” best offer. Call 800-844-0034 Deserves a “Every Town background check. (508)949-1330 [email protected] (508)-365-8528 860-928-1818 www.starwoodpetresort.com Call (508)450-1678 B10 ☎ VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS Friday, February 1, 2008

505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 510 525 HOUSES FOR RENT 546 CEMETARY LOTS 550 MOBILE HOMES 550 MOBILE HOMES RENT RENT RENT COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS 2 Cemetery Lots Pomfret Adjoining lots at Worcester Brookfield Memorial Park in Paxton. Sturbridge Webster Small 1 bedroom, 1 bath. 55 Plus Community. Mobile Home 55+ WEBSTER Located in Garden of Nanatomqua Mobile Webster FOR RENT 1000 sq. feet. Patio Heritage. Both for $700 1 Bedroom, Ideal Hartley Terrace Webster off kitchen, gas or best offer. Home Park. Location, Close To 7,500 Square Feet 2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath, NORTH VILLAGE Free Standing, Loading fireplace, new carpet, Please call Everything. New Floors, Now Accepting ceramic tile. New paint, no (508)637-1154 Carport, Screen Porch, Prospect Dock, Nice Office. pets, no smoking. Carpets, Paint, Windows, 2 bedroom units Applications for New Appliances, Shower, Cabinets & 2 Bedroom $975 per month. New Roof. starting at $760!! 2,500 Square Feet First, last and security. Cemetery Lots Counters. Newer Furnace, Apartments Estates 3,400 Square Feet 508-892-7228 Call (860)377-3677 A/C & More. Heat and hot water 9,000 Square Feet for Sale 774-262-7307 Washer/Dryer. is included. Must Income Qualify. 1 Bedroom All With Worcester County Memorial 508-347-7027 Section 8 Certificates Apartments. Docks & Offices. Park-Paxton, MA Must income qualify. Welcome 530 HOUSES FOR SALE 2 Lots (#408A) available in 1 Month Free Rent Owner Will Give the beautiful Garden of Valor Brookfield Mobile Section 8 Vouchers Modern Kitchens Now Available: You A Price You II. $5,000 for both. Can’t Refuse! Call (508)987-0531 Home For Sale Sturbridge Accepted. Wall to Wall Carpet Historical Buildings Need Your 55 and over, price includes Spacious Closets Move-In Condition Must Income Qualify Call 550 MOBILE HOMES Park Share. Mint 3 bed, 1 Please call On-Site Laundry 508-753-3670 bath, all appliances, quiet In Retirement Park. SECTION 8 CERTIFICATES Real Estate New Floors, Central Air. (508)987-1595 Easy Highway Access WELCOME 10x30 Mobile park setting, 2 sheds, large deck. $74,900. Open Floor Plan. ASK ABOUT OUR Problem Home For More Information Call 525 HOUSES FOR RENT Call Laura, CBRB Two Bedrooms, One NEW FALL Call 508-943-9567 To Very good, condition, $2000. (508)414-6294 Large Bath, Garden Tub. SPECIALS!!! (508)943-9567 Mostly furnished, nice in-law Washer/Dryer, Range, I’ll Buy The apartment or vacation home. Refrigerator & Extras E.H.O. Go Away? Also House, Cocoa Beach Time Share Brookfield Included.No Webster 1 week in October on the Nanatomqua Mobile Maintenance, Shed, Two Bedroom Apartments. You Make The 774-745-7747 beach, see the Rockets at Covered Patio. Coin-Op & Off-Street Home Park 510 Cape Canaveral. $2000. (55 And Over) $79,900 Plus Park Share Parking. Second & Third Payments! Call (860)774-2755 Call 860-315-7122 Floor Available. No Pets. COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS 2 Bedroom with 1-1/2 $600/month 774-745-7747 Bath, Living Room, Large First/Last & References Saint Albans, Kitchen, Laundry Room 508-943-1076 STURBRIDGE Maine Adult Mobile (With 5 Wall Cabinets), Temporary After 5pm Busy Tourist Area! Four Bedroom, Four Bath And Door To Back Porch. 1900 sq ft Building Woodstock House With Lakeview. Home Community $87,900 Storage For Sale Or Lease House for Rent Applianced, Three-Car in Scenic 508-868-4662 Problems? 2 retail/office spaces, Gracious, Historic. 3 Garage, Jacuzzi, Sturbridge Utilize This 14x70 Place Your Ad 3/4 bath and living area. bedrooms including master Above-Ground Pool. Mobile Home! $259,900 or $1,200/month suite, 3 fireplaces, 2 1/2 Almost 2 Acres. Comfortable 2 bedroom, 1 baths, large living and dining Potential In-Law Available. 1/2 bath, central air, new Mobile Home Large Rooms, Plenty Today Villager Newspapers Sullivan & Wallace rooms, laundry with 30 Minutes To Bangor! roof, beautiful sunroom, all For Sale Of Open Space. Real Estate Motivated Seller! First $2500 washer/dryer, study, garden. new appliances. Asking $92K Dayville CT 413-245-3003 References and security. $230,000 plus park share. Takes It Away Good Local Newspaper” “Every Town Deserves a “Every Town 12 Conrads Park 800-536-5836 [email protected] www.sullivanandwallace.com (860)428-0656 207-221-5759 Call Paul (508)347-1439 (860)774-8884 (860)774-6989 Aut motive

1989 Camaro RS 2002 Lincoln LS 2002 Mustang GT 720 CLASSICS 725 AUTOMOBILES 2002 Lincoln 1992 Ranger 700 AUTOMOTIVE 350 Auto, T-Tops. Black/Tan, Leather, 40k, Low Miles, New Tires. 1973 VW Type-3 Too Many Extras 2004 Hyundai Fully Loaded, Chrome LS V8 5-Speed Manual, Fully With plow $650. Squareback $3000 XG350L Rims/Grill/Rocker ***MUST SELL*** Loaded. Excellent 1988 Isuzu Trooper 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES Runs Excellent, 1985 Merkuer 103k Miles (Mostly Panels/Pillars, Condition. 5 brand new terrain tires. Brand New Snow Tires, Luxury-comfort-style-all-in $13,500 4 Almost Inspected In March. 5-Speed XRT4 Highway.) Loaded this Metallic Silver 2002 $600. Brand-New OEM Clear Title Leather, Sunroof, Extra Set Of 18” Chrome Lincoln LS-Loaded with a V8. 561-312-2214 Sunroof Rims with Tires. New 1978 MGB $2000 $2000 Satellite Radio. Automatic transmission, A/C, BMW 7-Series 413-214-9133 Brakes power heated memory seats, Good condition $8500 OBO $3800 firm 19-Inch Wheels 1967 GMC 508-769-4215 Sharp Car! Mint! power windows, power 1967 Mustang With Tires (245-35R 19 Classic 1972 C-10 Dump Truck locks, power mirrors, Call (860)779-1102 $13,500 obo sunroof, leather interiors, Coupe 93W) And 5-Lug Bolt Chevy Pick-Up HM7700, V-6, 5-Speed & 1997 Hyundai 774-289-9074 289 C.I. 3 speed manual Pattern. Wheels Sell For A 2-Speed Rear alloy wheels, alpine premium 8’ bed, 14,000 miles on new Sonata stereo, six disc CD, air bags transmission, 63K original $5000 Option When You $2500 miles, excellent condition. 1987 SAAB 900 motor, many new parts- too 4-Cylinder 2 Liter Engine, 1987 Plymouth ABS tilt wheel cruise control. Buy A BMW much to list. $3,000 or best (860)428-3478 This vehicle is in fabulous $14,500 or best reasonable Needs some work but runs Asking $2000 offer. Great Gas Mileage. 115k Turismo condition, must see. If you offer. Serious inquiries only well. $500 firm. 508-943-6151 Call Mike (774)262-8052 Miles, Grey, Metallic. Duster Option. Two-Door are in the market for a please. Call (860)928-5116 1997 Chevy Runs Great. Hatchback. Estate Car, Lincoln LS, don’t pass this Call (860)428-9455 4 Cooper Weather Antique Black Blazer 4x4 $1700 OBO Mint Condition. one! Even and iPod 2005 Toyota Used Motor Ready To Kris Only 6900 Original Miles. Direct Connection... Camry LE Master S/T Tires Jaguar Be Installed. Vehicle Is 548-341-0267 All Dealer Brochures & $11,495 obo. 1998 Plymouth Automatic, PW/PS/PD, Side Steel Belted, 205/65 R15 1972 XJ6. Body, paint and In Good Condition Manuals Included. Last Call 888-457-2333 Impact Airbags, AM/FM/CD. Like New $150 Voyager chrome nearly perfect, New $1100 1999 Jetta Registered In 1996. V6 engine, 144K miles, A/C, Get 550 Miles Out Of One 4 Cooper Weather Michelin pin stripe tires, Call Anytime Clean, runs great, 32 m.p.g., Must Be Seen! 1981 Mercedes 1 owner. Tank of Gas! Extra Clean, spare engine and many spare 774-230-3504 157K miles. Asking $5,000 $5500 Asking $3200. 82k Highway Miles, Master S/T Snow parts. $5000 firm. Benz 240D Recent Major Tuneup. Groove Tires but will consider all serious 508-867-3888 Call Tom (508)873-2227 2002 Dodge Neon offers. Call or email for Original Owner Please call REDUCED! $9,600 225/55 R17 $4,000 (508)347-5685 after 5pm Like New $200 4 Door, Alloys, Spoiler, details. (860)208-9720 508-736-3010 725 AUTOMOBILES [email protected] 1963 Mercury 860-774-0587 508-867-2560 CD, New Tires, New Evenings Brakes, 102k. 1 Owner. 1997 Olds Regency Comet Must Sell 1999 Audi Asking $4700 $500 Police Place Your Ad Nice solid driver 105K Four door, 260 cubic inch. 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT Impounds! 4 NEW 16” Avant Quatro 860-923-0457 highway miles, loaded with Very low original mileage. Auto, starter, 42K, fully Steel Rims moonroof, needs nothing. Very clean interior. Asking loaded, excellent condition. Cars/Trucks From $500! Today A6, V6, 4 door wagon, 75K 2001 Dodge Asking $3500. $3,500 or best offer. $11,500. For listings And Covers miles. Beautiful car in Call (860)974-3022 Call (860)928-7832 800-559-4138 ext. 3468 excellent condition. Bose Caravan Call (508)765-7770 800-536-5836 Original Equipment Off V6 Automatic, 102k Miles Of Toyota. premium stereo, power sunroof, all power Front & Rear A/C, New Perfect For Winter Tires Tires & Brakes. $90 Each features. Have Carfax. Call (860)974-1970 Very Clean! Yes, They Are Flawless $5495 obo 508-764-9309 If Interested, Call Mark At A-1 Condition 1999 Audi A4 1.8T 508-987-2160 SCORE EXTRA POINTS AT PLAZA’S SUPERBOWL 4 new Yokohama 82k Miles. 19” Chrome Wheels, Body Kit, Custom 1999 Dodge OF SAVINGS!TACKLE PRICES FOR BIG LOSSES! High Speed Rain Paint, Plus Many Extras. Stratus Tires Asking $9,800 6 cylinder, automatic, cruise GO PATS •GO PATS •GO PATS 195-50-R15/82V on mint 5 or best offer control, CD player, fairly new Bolt American Racing tires and rear brakes. Looks Wheels. Fits Accord, Sentra, (508)717-9244 and runs great. 130K miles. NEW 2008 PONTIAC VIBE NEW 2008 BUICK LUCERNCE Camry, Corolla, Miata, Neon $2500. and many more. 2006 Buick Call (508)867-8176 • Automatic • Cruise Full 6 Passenger • On-star w/ turn by turn navigation Seating Call Tom ask if they will fit Lucerne CX • Anti-lock Brakes • Anti-lock Brakes w/ traction your car. Asking $750 1985 Fire-Engine • Extended Range Keyless Entry (508)873-2227 Only 13,700 miles, fully w/ traction loaded, leather seats, dark Red Mazda RX7 • Automatic Level Control • Head Curtain Truck Rails blue, $17,900. 1.1L Rotary Engine. • 16” Machined Face Alloy Call (508)764-4071 after Mint Condition. Chrome Tube For 8’ Bed • Side Air Bags Wheels Great Condition 4pm Single Owner, 54k Miles. • Keyless Entry $95 For Set Always Garaged, No Rust, • AM/FM CD w/ MP3 & XM 1999 Buick Park Sunroof. #3939 • Power Windows & Smartlase Radio Holly Carburetors Ave Runs Beautifully. 54 sq. ft. cargo space Locks • Power Everything • 6 Air Bags Two New 600 Loaded, like new, leather, $5000 $299 mo. Double-Pump. 122K miles. $4500. 508-845-9237 $17,788 $23,588 $200 Each 33 MPG No money down Call (508)752-8683 2003 Ford GM Chrome 1993 Buick Slotted Wheels Mustang Mach 1 15”, 5-Lug Bolt Pattern LeSabre Azure Blue with Black For Full-Size GM. Fully loaded, 4 door, Red, leather. 18K miles, like brand 2004 GMC ENVOY $200 Set Of 4 excellent condition, new. Couple after 2007 HUMMER H3 2006 LANDROVER LR3 automatic, 63,500 miles, market parts. $17,500. Leather seating, driver selectable responsive 4WD, tow package, alloys, fully equipped, 454 Complete maintenance records Call (508)987-8486 Leather, stability control, anti-lock brakes w/ available. Asking $3,000. traction. chrome, run- suspension, stability only 37,900 miles. #2916. GM Block control, tow pkg., power With Fuel Injection Call (860)974-3615 2001 Ford ning boards, driver’s 2.9% GMAC Financing info center, power everything, much more! $1200 1993 Buick Taurus SSE Onlu 36,500 mi. #3881A Available. Power Windows & Locks, CD everything, much 508-259-8805 Park Ave Ultra Player & Snow Tires. Looks more! Only 19,950 $16,988 V6 With Supercharger. Good And Runs Great. mls. #2973 $29,688 720 CLASSICS Estate Car, Mint Condtion, $4800 2002 CHEVY CAMARO Z28 2005 CADILLAC CTS Always Garaged. Recent Call (508)949-1223 $28,8882004 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS 1976 Chevrolet 4WD, tow package, chrome alloys, running Tires & Brakes, Loaded. 2000 Ford T-tops, leather, only Leather, fully Nova Hatchback Asking $2800 boards, only 32,700 35,500 miles, mint! equipped, only 305 Automatic, PS/PB, 508-867-3888 Focus ZX2 miles. #2978. #2920A 37,900 miles AM/FM. All Original With 2-Door Coupe. Alloy 2.9% GMAC Financing Matching Numbers. 1963 Caddy Wheels, Air, Sunroof. Available. $21,988 Excellent Condition With Convertible 78k Miles. Excellent $16,888 $16,788 70,000 Original Miles. New top, white with blacktop Condition. New Flowmaster & interior 75,600 miles $4800 OBO 2004 MERCURY 2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT 4 DR Dual-Exhaust, New Tires, $14,000. Call 774-253-7157 Original Rally Wheels. 1964 T Bird GRAND MARQUIS Sunroof, chrome alloy wls., autp., rain air, $6000 Convertible 2002 Honda Power everything, 1 local owner, only V-6, spoiler, CD + cass., Monsoon speakers Call 508-885-6549 with new black top, needs Civic LX 37,500 miles. #3924A 1 owner, low mlg., extra clean, #3915A cleaning & starting $12,000. Grey Coupe, Automatic, 1973 Green 76k miles, new CD, Remote Starter, $12,988 $8,988 motor. Call (860)974-0066 Cruise Control, Power New car prices include all factory incentives including Conquest, GMAC Smartlease, no money down, 39 mos., 30K, first months payment, conveyance, doc., taxes & reg. extra. VW Beetle or (203)237-6956 Windows/Doors Recent Engine, Silver, 85K miles, $5900 Good Tires 2000 Honda Call (508)347-2301 Best Offer Civic LX 413-245-3530 22k Miles, Loaded, 1996 Oldsmobile Perfect Car. Ciera 1966 Mustang Must Sell! Navy Blue, good mechanical 1971 VW Beetle (Death In Family) condition, a few cosmetic Call (508)341-3910 $6500 scratches. Asking $2400. Designed for Action Drive Beautiful for information 508-873-4039 (Spencer) Call (860)928-2624 VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ Friday, February 1, 2008 B11 Aut motive

725 AUTOMOBILES 740 MOTORCYCLES 745 RECREATIONAL 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 2001 Toyota 1987 Harley VEHICLES 95 Rockwood 1986-1979 AMC 97 Dodge 1986 Ford “California” Camry Davidson XLH 883 1998 Kawasaki Pop-Up Camper CJ7 Jeep rebuilt Conversion Van Pickup Truck 1967 F-250 5 speed standard, 73,000 under 20,000 miles, bike 750 Xi Sport Jetski Sleeps 6, Excellent 350 Excellent Shape 4-Door, Dual Wheels, Service Truck miles. Great mileage, reliable, looks almost new, many new Two seater, new battery and Condition. $4700 V-8 Automatic, 8’ Bed, parts, female owned, curry rear end 411 gear with lumbertack. New good condition. Black with recently serviced. Excellent Asking $2000 Or Best Offer 83k Miles. tan interior. Cruise, A/C, dependable, a steal condition. Includes trailer (body in good shape) still $2750 engine, 6x6x10’ (enclosed). for $3350. Craftsman Mig Welder needs work. Call After 5pm Or 2-3 Motorcycle Trailer power pkg. $8,800. and cover. $2500 or best Used Once 1993 Hoope Call (860)779-1260 Leave messaage offer. Call (508)234-0252 Call (508)943-1951 ask Weekends Haulmark 2006 Harley (860)779-7526, will call $440 for Ron. Asking $5000 or 860-917-7381 Utility Trailer “Dyna” Street Bob, Black back Craftsman Radial best offer. 10,000 lb Capacity. $2600 cherry, 2000 miles. 2000 Toyota 2006 Polaris 12 foot, pungo 120, kayak Arm Saw 1997 Dodge Ram 1989 Plymouth Horizon with paddle, vest. Outlaw 500 ATV $500 2005 Chevy Camry LE 1990 Harley- 30 Hours Of Use, Great 1500 Pickup 4 Door Hatchback, (951)522-0573 Excellent Condition. Black, Lehman Trike Condition,.Just Like New. 1980 Sportster Silverado C1500 2WD, air, stereo, new 4-Cylinder. 86k Miles. Moon Roof. with matching cargo trailer. MUST SELL Show Bike White, 4.3/V6, 62k exhaust, tires, full size $1000 OBO 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT $8500 $10,000 firm. $4500 OBO Chromed Out Highway Miles. Has bed-lined, looks great, runs 413-610-0138 Call (774)230-6027 Call (860)928-3180 Includes Maintenance $7,500 Cap/Shell That Covers excellent. 129K miles. Asking CAT D8H $3800. Contact me after Manual, Chain Lube Plus Oil. (860)963-1196 The Truck Bed. 1986 Ford 350 Bulldozer Corvette 1988 2005 Honda VT750 Call (860)779-1087 Excellent Condition. 7pm. weekdays or anytime $8,500 OBO on weekends. Dump Truck Cable Blade - Power Shift Excellent Condition. New Shadow Spirit 2000 Starcraft (860)928-0797 Runs Good T-Top, Tires & Interior. 1982 Winnebago Call 508-764-4202 With Hydraulic Plow Mint Condition, Low Truck Camper 90k Miles Over $11k Invested. Mileage, Always Garaged. Brave RV 1996 Dodge $12,000 Asking $7500 OBO Lots Of Good Features. 850 Lite 2003 Chevy $3500 (860)928-3477 Pearl Blue/Metallic Silver 508-765-9057 1-508-943-1128 Flame, Chrome Backrest. New Batteries, Starter, 8 1/2 Foot, 1600 lbs. Extreme Dakota Sport 1-508-341-3164 Asking $4500 OBO Wiring, and Refrigerator. Sleeps Four, Like New. Yellow w/black racing Pickup International TD-6 Call 860-792-0506 Lots Of Storage. Never Abused. stripes. 4.3L V6, w/hurst 1985 Ford F-600 SPORTS UTILITY 5 speed standard with 2.5 Crawler-Loader Sleeps Six. Good Shape Ready To Go! shifter and hard top tonneau 4 cylinder engine, runs great, 6 cylinder diesel, runs good, EHICLES 2003 Honda $6350 firm cover. Second owner, 52K Box Truck V Original Price $5,500 looks great, has new wide low miles, runs good, needs digs good. $3500. Asking $4000 As Is Call For More Details miles. Asking $10,500 or oval tires. Great on gas. Call (860)779-3929 1993 Ford Bronco CRF-150 best offer. some new brake lines. $1000 Hardly Used! Call For Details 860-974-0746 $2750 or best offer. or best offer. Great Shape, (860)774-8333 Call (860)774-9572 Call (860)774-4600 767 VEHICLES WANTED New Rear Quarters, Paint, Paid $3200 1994 Starcraft Call (508)922-3936 Transmission, Rear End, Asking $1800 Firm Dirtbike 1996 Chevy High-top Mini Tires & Brakes. (508)987-0557 Pop-Up Camper 2000 Ford 2006 GMC Sierra $3000 or best offer. 2005 Yamaha K3500 Pickup Wheelchair Meteorite Model 817 6.5 Diesel, Auto, 4x4, 8’ Bed, Ext Cab Pickup Call (508)867-6922 1996 Honda TTR 125-E Awning, Stove, New Tires, F150 XLT Van Needed Low Mileage, Looks New 149k. New Batteries, Tires, With cap, 5.3 V8, 2WD, Goldwing SE New Gas Tank, Front-End Bushings, Brake Dark Green, extended cab, 6 excellent condition, 17,400 In excellent running 1995 Jeep Grand $2000 OBO Excellent Condition. Lines, Bedliner, Fuel cylinder, 2WD, A/C, bedliner, condition with fully Excellent condition, must tonneau cover. Excellent miles. Blue Book $17,815, see, loaded. Asking $10,500. 860-928-3090 $2450 Tank/Pump/Lines, Engine asking $15,200. Factory automatic wheel chair lift Cherokee Or Best Reasonable Offer Cooler Lines, Clean. condition only 44k miles. warranty til 8/08. and closing doors. New transmission, 2 extra Call Steve (860)963-9030 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS Book $12,500, your price 508-867-4105 $9000 Call (860)923-1956 Please leave message wheels. $2800 or best offer. 860-779-2568 $11,200. Call Call (508)943-7017 after 1994 Honda 2002 12x40 Park (860)974-0110, Woodstock (508)764-2807 Shadow 600cc 2002 GMC Safari 6pm Model RV 2003 Trail- 1994 Chevy 3/4 1998 Ford F150 4.3L, AWD/ABS/Cruise, VEHICLES FOR PARTS Motorcycle (like brand new) on beautiful Ton New Tires, Seats 8, Fr. 1996 2 door Red Hardly used. 3,500 miles. Auto, new motor, V-6, new 1987 Chevy 3/4 lot in campground can be Cruiser 350 V8, 2WD, excellent paint, $4000. Green, Clean $3,000. Call (860)774-4668, used for a full 6 months (15 26’, queen bunk house, light $8000 Ton Pickup Chevy Tahoe leave message condition, 190k miles, new Front load washer, $100. April-15 October every year) weight, stereo, micro, A/C, tires, recent brakes and Small Freezer, $25.00. Air 860-963-7484 Had Fire In Engine push button 4WD automatic, Lot is paid for until 2097. heat, 6 gallon hot water, leather interior, power 1994 Honda tuneup. $3000. conditioner, 12,000 BTU, Compartment. Had everything, 135K/350 V8, Call Don (508)344-9499 tub/shower. $8000 firm. Call (774)272-1192 $50. 2000 GMC Call (508)579-8141 Rebuilt 350 Engine, Auto tow package, CD, cassette, CBR 600 Call (508)943-5694 Sonoma SLS Transmission, And AM/FM, maintained well. Excellent Condition, 24k 1999 23’ Ford 1989 Chevy Transfer Case. Priced fairly! Miles. White & Black. 2 Travel Trailers 1996 Ford E-250 2.2LFI Complete with pick up Jamboree RV shell cap, A/C, cassette, 35K Heavy-Duty Leafs On Call (617)943-0288, New Chain & Tire. Dutchman Classic Royal Conversion Van $3500 OBO White and blue, like new. Rigged for towing, southern Cargo Van original miles, excellent Rear-End. Reese Hitch, North Brookfield. 33’ With 13’ Slide Out 4-new Tires 2 new snows, condition, $7000 or $5500/OBO 508-765-9266 Perfect condition, with unit, good condition. $3000 Fisher Plow-Frame, New generator and new tires, Living Room & Dinette. Call (860)883-4797 buckhead, roof racks, best offer. Exhaust, Ladder Rack 1993 Sportster sleeps five, full bath. Queen Sized Rear shelving, looks & runs great. Call (508)987-1035 after (860)428-3478 1996 Ford $16,000. Bedroom. Sleeps 6. 169,000 miles. Work ready. 7pm Bronco XLT 1200 CC Call (508)764-4010 or A/C, Awning 1984 Chevy C-20 Call 860-923-3518 4x4, 1 owner, no accidents, Mint Condition (508)450-7761 Asking $7995 Pickup (3/4 Ton) 1986 GMC never smoked in, interior Must See Runs & Drives Good, Needs 1995 Ford F150 Hi-Top 99%, runs perfect, 2001 24 ft. Travel Also $4,700 or best offer 30’ Cobra Camper Body Work. Good ‘Everyday’ XLT Conversion Van Green/Grey, brush guard, Camper Trailer Driver. Also Included: 4 Long bed, 4x4, standard needs rear fenders, $3500. Call After 6pm With A/C, Sleeps 6, Extra Tires And Toolbox. Full Sized Bed, Captain’s All works, call for details! Queen Bed In Rear. transmission, full bed liner, Chairs, Many New Parts, Call (508)949-1525 860-779-9780 Call from 8am-7:30pm. Best $700 OBO track rack system, behind time to call 4pm-7:30pm Asking $4500 508-347-3672 seat tool storage, AM/FM/CD, Three-Way Refrigerators, 1998 Ford 1996 Suzuki RM (508)867-6124. Call (860)428-3478 774-200-1957 power windows and door Two Portable Heaters, Expedition XLT 125 Price $6,200. locks, A/C. 115k miles. 10’ x 12’ Screen House. 113K miles, Red exterior, Runs excellent, look great. Asking $3495. Many Extras! 1997 24’ 1985 Wilderness 1980 Chevy 1 - Call 508-764-1246 $1500 OBO Grey interior. Loaded, very new top end, sprockets, Camper clean, a must see, just had chain, well maintained, never Dutchman Pop-Up Ton 1994 Ford F150 508-943-4175 tune up, runs like new. raced. Includes accessories, Camper Sleeps 6, Very Good 2WD, dual wheels, A/C, PS, Asking $5,000 or best offer. riding gear, extra plugs, oil, Condition PL, PW, recently restored, XLT 4x4 Xtracab 2003 Isuzu NPU Call (860)935-5635 or etc. Ready to ride for the Model 1007 All Original Paperwork, aluminum flatbed, $3000 (860)481-1447 spring. $1000 or BO. Great Condition. Heat, Lots of New Parts. Pickup 16 ft Box Truck Call (860)928-0797 after Refrigerator, Stove, Etc. $3000 or best offer 2000 Chevy S-10 Looks Good, Runs V8 automatic transmission, 1998 GMC Jimmy 7pm or anytime on $3200 860-774-0100 Blazer Excellent! V8, PW, power steering, power 413-537-0619 PL, Cruise, 5-Speed, brakes. Runs great, very Sport Utility 4D weekends 6 cylinder, 4x4, loaded, 2 clean, 10 ft loading ramp. V6 Engine, 4WD, door, $3995. Cold A/C. 1989 24’ Terry 33-Foot $2,900 OBO $10,000. Automatic Transmission, 2004 XL 883 Call (508)450-4573 Call (774)230-1437 92k Mileage, Excellent Travel Trailer Fifth Wheel 2003 Honda Condition, Loaded. Excellent Condition, New 1978 Chevy 3/4 1997 Mercury Harley Battery, Tires, & More. Camper TRX250 EX ATV Asking $4995.95 REDUCED To $18,000 Ton 4x4 Runs Great! Looks Great! Villager Mini-van 860-928-6853 Davidson Receiver & Sway Bars With 8FT Fisher plow. Rusty Included. Must See To Includes Many Extras. $2100 OBO Runs great, 3.0L V-6 engine, 3400 miles, lots of Excellent Condition. but runs good. $2000 or good gas mileage. Van is 1998 Nissan upgrades, mint Appreciate. best offer. 860-634-0581 clean; recent tires, brakes, Pathfinder LE condition, handles $3400 or best offer. F-350 Crew Cab Call Alan, (603)396-6385, and emissions. 159K miles. 4x4, power windows, power great. $7200 or best 508-885-6215 Pick-Up Truck cell 1994 Ford Ranger Asking $2500. locks, sunroof, leather 2 door, XL Extended Cab, Call (860)928-1165 offer. 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By Keith Griffin Nissan Rogue, a new New England automo- crossover utility vehi- tive journalists invited You can’t teach an old cle. I thoroughly expect- to see the unveiling of dog new tricks, but you ed to be under whelmed the Rogue in Boston can surprise an auto- by this vehicle but I was before its debut in motive journalist every instead impressed by Detroit. The version we now and then. the overall package. saw was actually a clay Considered me sur- In December 2006, I was model with no engine prised by the 2008 among a select group of in it. We were asked not

The 2008 Nissan Rogue packs a lot of room and comfort into a small-size crossover utility vehicle. Available with all-wheel drive, it’s ideally suited for

to slam the doors: that’s the Mazda CX-7. a week of driving I how fragile the thing The Rogue is powered missed them. was. At the time I was by a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder The Rogue also stands less than impressed engine that is mated to out for its standard with it. Nissan’s advanced safety features. It has My initial skepticism Xtronic continuously vehicle dynamic con- came from the belief variable transmission trol, which is best that the last thing the (CVT). The engine is known as electronic world needed was rated at 170 horsepower stability control, anti- another crossover. Give and 175 lb-ft torque. lock braking with elec- Nissan credit for recog- Neither is going to rock tronic brake force dis- nizing that. In a news your world from a per- tribution and brake release announcing the formance standpoint, assist, advanced air bag Rogue, which went on but they get the job system with dual stage sale in September, Bill done. front air bags and occu- Bosley, vice president One thing I constantly pant classification sys- and general manager, observed about this car tem for the front pas- Nissan Division, said, is it was perfectly senger seat, front seat- “As Nissan’s first entry happy doing the posted mounted side-impact into the crowded small speed limit on the high- supplemental air bags, crossover SUV field, way. Too many vehicles roof-mounted curtain Rogue needs to stand creep their way up to 80 supplemental air bags, out, to be an over- mph. Not so with the and front seat active achiever.” Rogue, which seemed head restraints. It’s an obvious over- content at around 65 It’s also anywhere from achiever because it’s mph. The CVT left me $500 to $6500 less expen- comparable to the Ford with neither a bad nor sive than its competi- Edge, even though the good impression. tors. The Rogue has a Ford Escape is it closest Acceleration was suffi- starting price of $20,570 competitor in terms of cient. Published with all-wheel drive. A size. I found it more reports peg it at around front-wheel drive ver- www.danielspharmacy.com enjoyable and comfort- 8.9 seconds. Any accel- sion is available for able than the Escape, eration less than10 sec- $19,250. That’s pretty Edge, Toyota RAV4, and onds gets the job done competitive pricing when merging on a that can only be highway. matched by lesser com- The four-cylinder petitors like the engine delivers decent Hyundai Tuscon, fuel economy. The Mazda Tribute and Rogue is rated at 22- Mitsubishi Outlander. mpg city and 27-mpg What’s my biggest com- highway for 2-wheel plaint with the Rogue? drive models and 21- Its name. It’s like fat mpg city and 26 mpg guys nicknamed Slim. highway for all-wheel It’s just the wrong drive Rogues. In a week name because it sug- of mostly local driving gests a good-for-nothing in an all-wheel drive scoundrel. No name Rogue SL loaned to me could be further from by Nissan, I averaged the truth. This Rogue is around 22 mpg. no scoundrel. It’s wor- The interior of the thy of consideration if Rogue is well designed. you’re in the market for I was able to comfort- a fuel-efficient, ably sit my bulk and crossover utility vehi- find space for my cell cle that can comfort- phone and other knick- ably handle a family of knacks. Rear-seat pas- four and its cargo. sengers have decent legroom space, but I (Questions and com- know a six-footer like ments about this review me would not want to and other automotive be caught in the back- concerns can be e- seat for extended rides mailed to cars@keith- if another six-footer griffin.com. All queries was at the wheel. are answered.) However, adults of a VITAL STATISTICS normal size should Wheelbase:105.9 have no complaints. inches Cargo space seems Length: 182.9 inches abundant, especially Width: 70.9 inches with the fold-flat 60/40- Height: 65.3 inches second row seat. Curb weight: All of the heating and 3460 lbs. air conditioning con- Engine: trols were simple to 2.5-liter, understand. Because of four cylinder my need for reading Horsepower: 170 glasses I found the Torque: 175 lbs. audio controls to be a EPA estimated mpg bit small. However, the city/highway: large volume control 21/26 knob was a nice touch. Base price: $20,790 The Rogue I drove did- As-tested price: n’t have the optional $21,990 redundant audio con- Also consider: Ford trols on the steering Escape, Hyundai wheel. Nissan should Tuscon, Toyota RAV4 make them standard. In