FallEAST Festival HAVEN Friday, Sept. 9 — Sunday, Sept. 11 Food…Fun…Music… On The Green Published by the COURIEREAST HAVEN Table of Contents Fall Fun in East Haven Presidential Welcome ..................................4 Shore Publishing Community Newspapers Chamber Business Showcase ......................5 P.O. Box 1010, 724 Boston Post Road Festival Information....................................5 Madison, CT 06443 Mayor April Capone 203-245-1877 Car Show .....................................................6 www.zip06.com East Haven Farmers Market in Town Hall Parking Lot Food Vendors ..............................................7 Publisher Lisa Miksis Every Sunday, 9:00am – 12:30pm through October 2nd Entertainment Schedule .............................8 Section Editor Advertising Director Craft Fair .....................................................9 Sunny Bosco Robyn Collins Road Race ..................................................10 Creative Director Advertising Staff CALENDAR OF EVENTS Julie Eckart Johnson Stephanie Alderman Chamber Honorees ...................................11 Lindsay Braun September 9th, 10th & 11th Production Staff Rotary Announcement .............................12 Nicole Brinn East Haven Fall Festival on the Town Green Jennifer Corthell Ben Caldwell Teen Corner ...............................................13 Chris Dobbins Matt Irons October 1st Todd Rogers In Memoriam: AnnLynne Carlson ...........14 Lisa Martin East Haven Haz-Waste Day @ Regional Water Authority Gail Rubin Sergeant Drive 8:30an – Noon Festival Sponsorship .................................15 Lorinne Sekban October 2nd Celebrating the Tercentenary of the Old Stone Church October 9th Car Show sponsored by the East Haven Police Department @ the East Haven High School (rain date – 10/16) November 26th Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Town Green Don’t forget to visit our website for other events that will be taking place in town! www.townofeasthavenct.org 250 Main Street • East Haven, CT 06512 • 203-468-3204 2 • East Haven Fall Festival | Shore Publishing Shore Publishing | East Haven Fall Festival • 3 Chamber of Commerce Special Festival to the Business Showcase Information Welcome! The East Haven Chamber of Commerce holds its Business Show- Handicapped Parking and Drop Off th case on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Fall Festival A limited number of handicapped parking spaces will be avail- 20 Annual East Haven Fall Festival! Corporate Tent. At this year’s Showcase, each participant has the able during the Fall Festival on River Street near the Hemingway opportunity to present a three-minute overview of its business on Avenue intersection. When all available parking has been filled, It’s hard to believe, but this year brings the 20th installment of the East Haven Fall Festival. the stage. Showcase participants can leave information about busi- drivers may drop off handicapped passengers near the intersection The first Festival in 1992 was the result of a cooperative effort between the office of then-Mayor nesses on two tables through Saturday night and Sunday. Business for easy access to the Town Green, before parking elsewhere. Henry J. Luzzi and the East Haven Chamber of Commerce. An independent non-profit organiza- representatives from various local companies answers questions. For access to the handicapped area, handicapped parking permits tion, East Haven Fall Festival, Inc., was formed to coordinate the venture. From the beginning, the The East Haven Chamber of Commerce also holds two free raf- must be displayed to the police officer stationed at the intersection Fall Festival has featured live entertainment, restaurant booths, a business expo (now known as the fles open to the public during the Business Showcase on Saturday. of Hemingway Avenue and River Street. Business Showcase), rides for small children, games and activities offered by local civic groups, and Prohibited Items an arts and crafts exhibition. As time went on, the Festival grew from a two- to a three-day event, To reserve your table, contact the East Haven Chamber office at Per local ordinance and by order of the chief of police, the public with additional features like the Community Classic Road Race, the Fall Festival Classic Car Show, 203-467-4305 or [email protected]. is advised that the following are prohibited on the Town Green dur- and the Teen Corner. ing the hours of the Fall Festival: The Fall Festival has become one of the most popular events of its kind in the region. Over the Dogs or other animals, whether leashed or not, with the excep- years, the Festival has proudly presented nationally renowned musical performers such as Livings- tion of trained dogs assisting the handicapped. ton Taylor, John Sebastian, the Drifters, the Coasters, the Five Satins, the Shangri-Las, Jay Siegel and All bicycles or other two-wheeled vehicles, except those operated the Tokens, Lesley Gore, Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge, Little Anthony and The Imperi- by police on duty. als, the “New” Rascals, Shirley Alston Reeves, Lou Christie, Richard Street of the Temptations, and Spray string, laser pointers, bang snaps, smoke bombs, stink the Jr. Walker All Stars, all free of admission charge. bombs, or any other article whose purposed is to create an unrea- This milestone 20th celebration of the Fall Festival is worthy of a new level of entertainment, and sonable, offensive, or noxious odor, noise, or condition. the committee is proud to have arranged just that with our featured act on Saturday night, Ambrosia. This famous band from the 1970s and 1980s garnered five Grammy Award nominations with hits We thank festivalgoers for their cooperation in making the event like “Holdin’ on to Yesterday,” “How Much I Feel,” “The Biggest Part of Me,” and “You’re the Only more enjoyable for all by observing these rules. Woman.” Ambrosia, still featuring three of its four original members, is expected to draw a large crowd from across the region —so get your spot on the Town Green early on Saturday! As always, the Festival also provides a stage and spotlight for our many talented local musicians and performers, from area rock, jazz, dance and singing groups, to East Haven’s award-winning school musicians. The Festival committee deeply appreciates the generosity of our many sponsors who have consis- tently supported us in both good and difficult economic times; the efforts of countless volunteers; ® the indispensable help of the Chamber of Commerce; the work of the town departments involved in the event; and the support of the community at large. I also extend our gratitude to Mayor April Capone, her staff, and the members of the Festival planning committee, all of whom have worked so hard to make this year’s event another success. Even as we reach this plateau of longevity, the Festival committee mourns the recent loss of one of its most dedicated members, AnnLynne Carlson. AnnLynne coordinated the Arts and Crafts portion of the Festival for many years. Her tireless efforts, love of community, and positive outlook epito- mized the spirit of the East Haven Fall Festival, and she is sorely missed. Experience the Town Fair Tire Difference! On a personal note, it has been my privilege to serve as the president of the Fall Festival corpo- ration since the beginning. I am deeply indebted to all of my fellow committee members over the years, and to the people of East Haven, for making it one of the most enjoyable and rewarding expe- New Englands Largest riences of my life. We hope you enjoy the 20th annual East Haven Fall Festival! Volume Discount Sincerely LARGEST Michael A. Albis, President Tire Dealer with over East Haven Fall Festival, Inc. INVENTORY OF 85 Stores Throughout CUSTOM WHEELS CT, MA, RI, NH and ME www.townfairtire.com 4 • East Haven Fall Festival | Shore Publishing Shore Publishing | East Haven Fall Festival • 5 Classic Car Show Food Vendors and Menus 9 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11 on the East Haven Town Green John Ceneri Hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken, chicken nuggets, fried mozzarella, fries, onion rings. The annual East Haven Fall Festival Car Show, in its 19th year, attracts Joanne Daddio (Jo On The Go) classic car owners from around the region. The show, which begins on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 9 a.m., consistently attracts the nicest cars in New Pulled pork, beef, corn on the cob, Buffalo wings, coleslaw, mac & cheese, fries. Haven County. Ralph Capotorto: Capotorto’s Pizza The shade of the historic East Haven Town Green is a perfect spot for cooling hot classic cars on a balmy summer’s day. Between the music, Steak subs, chicken tenders, crispers, stick fries, onion rings, grilled chicken. the oldies DJ, the food, and the children’s rides, the East Haven Fall Fes- Thai House Restaurant tival is a favorite of many car owners. More than 240 cars have been a part of the show in past years—who knows how many can be expected Thai menu. this year! Sal Gagliardi: Giulio’s The show starts on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 9 a.m., with trophies presented at 3 p.m. Mayor April Capone presents the Mayor’s Cup to her favor- Sausage & pepper, eggplant, chicken parm, meatball subs, broccoli rabe and sausage, fries, mozzarella sticks, drinks. ite car in the show. Other special trophies include the President’s Award Gabe Fucci and Best in Show. The entrance fee is $10 per car and there is no spectator fee. The show Soft serve ice cream, sundaes, floats, shakes, razzles. is open to all cars and all model years. There is no pre-registration and Paul’s Apizza no rain date. Fried dough, soda, water. For more information, call Wayne Sandford at 203-469-7823 or Big Peter Young John at 203-467-9540. Kettle corn, beef jerky, cotton candy, cashews, drinks. Ralph Buccitti Italian ice, chocolate-dipped bananas, soda, water. Joe Santino REAL PATIENTS • REAL RESULTS Taco bowls, clams on the half shell, dough balls. Gerald Considine Fresh-squeezed lemonade. ALL AGES WELCOME! Voted Best Business by the East Haven Chamber, recognizing Dr.