1-14-2010 Berlin Citizen by Ryan Millner

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Volume 14 Number 2

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Thursday, Januar y 14, 2010

‘Pocket park’ plan underway By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

The Town Council breezed through its Jan. 5 meeting in short order. The brief agenda included discussion of a new “pocket park” for Farmington Avenue and refining a plan to televise future council meetings. The council approved two easements on what is being called a “pocket park.” The small green space is located just off Farmington Avenue on the front portion of the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department. The easements between the town and those two entities will now be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Commission for review. Construction of the park requires an easement from the KVFD and also from Depot Crossing LLC, a commercial complex located between the fire house and the railroad line. Officials said the project will be funded through state grants that have already been specifically allocated for this purpose as part of the Streetscape Improvement Plan that has been underway throughout town for the past several years.

Town Manager Denise McNair called the parcel a “pocket park or a mini park.” Economic Development Director Jim Mahoney said the area will encompass a portion of the fire house grounds, near the street, that currently features a flagpole and a couple of pieces of fire equipment. The area will be embellished with benches and pavers that connect the park to the sidewalk and Farmington Avenue. McNair also reported that the council’s move towards televising its meetings was on track to begin possibly by the next meeting Jan. 19. The town manager said representatives of the cable broadcaster, Nutmeg Television, were coming in last week to conduct a site review of council chambers and the upstairs of town hall. She said it appeared that enough money could be found to fund the telecasts for the next 10 meetings, approximately through July. McNair said she is also exploring the possibility of streaming web casts which could be a less expensive option or that could be used in addition to the Nutmeg telecasts.

Showing his mettle Lee Soucie is a welder who always wanted to build a tin man along the lines of the famous character from The Wizard of Oz. On a recent hiatus from his job, Soucie finally got the chance. The six-foot tall metallic chap is meticulously detailed from his kneecaps to eyebrows and the buttons in between. For now Soucie’s creation is in the back yard at his house, at 373 Lower Lane, but in the spring the tin man will be moved out to the street to serve as a mailbox. Soucie, who returned to work this week, said he welcomes inquiries from anyone interested in commissioning a metal sculpture or other metal work. Citizen Photo by Olivia L. Lawrence

Moore family art stars in museum exhibit By Lorraine Stub Special to the Citizen The Berlin Historical Society Museum is officially closed for the season but will re-open for a special winter afternoon program on Sunday, Jan. 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. A snow date is reserved for Sunday, Jan. 24. . We hope this will start a new tradition where we host lectures and activities during a quieter time of year. The society envisions fireside programs where hot cocoa and cookies are served and visitors can learn more about town history in a cozy, congenial atmosphere.

During 2009, we showcased an exhibit of original art by noted Berlin artists from the past and present. Of all those artists, Nelson Augustus Moore and his son, Edwin Moore, are regarded as having the greatest stature. With permission of the Moore Family Trust, we were able to reprint copies of paintings from the collection. Now we are fortunate to have local artist, art and antiques dealer, Derik Pulito, share original paintings from his collection of Moore family art and memorabilia for this See Art, page 7

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 14, 2010

New animal shelter, H1N1 clinics among 2009 highlights

By Olivia L. Lawrence Associate Editor

Inside Business...................3 Calendar.................14 Marketplace ......24-27 Faith .......................11 Health.....................20 Letters ....................12 Obituaries............9-11 Schools ..................23 Seniors ...................22 Sports................17-19

Readers’ poll Here are The Berlin Citizen online poll results for last week. The question was: Is it cold enough for you? The results: Yes, I’ve bought a ticket to Florida. 13% Yes, I plan to hibernate until spring. 39% It’s just right, I like winter. 43% No, it used to be colder before global warming. 4% This week’s poll question asks “What qualities do you think are most important in Berlin’s next superintendent of schools?”

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In this second installment, of a two-part series, town departments describe the top three highlights of their work in 2009. All town department heads were invited to reply. In The Citizen’s Jan. 7 edition, highlights came from: the town manager, the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, the Berlin Police Department, Public Works and Development Services. This week’s highlights feature the departments of: Animal Control, Parks and Recreation, Revenue Collector’s Office and the Central Connecticut Health District. Animal control (Animal Control Officer Jan Lund) 1. On June, I finished moving all the animals from the old “pound” to the new beautiful bright building on Christian Lane. To say the least, it is wonderful! The

first dog to come to the shelter was Baxter a long-haired black Chihuahua who now lives in Berlin with his best friend King who was also adopted from us a few years ago. 2. It is a struggle to keep costs down, but with the help of many citizens and the Friends of Berlin Animal Control pet food pantry, we are doing well with food supplies for the new facility. Canned dog food, dry dog food and dry cat food are donated to the town’s facility and we have not had to purchase these for over a year. We only purchase can cat & litter —what a huge savings to the town. The pet food pantry serves over 20 Berlin families who are struggling

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with loss of jobs or other financial difficulties. 3. All the animals that are in my care at the shelter are like my extended pet family. You grow attached to most of them when you care for them day after day and they to you. But there are some that touch your heart in a special way. The very sad cases especially. You watch them get healthy again and trust humans again. Then you find them new permanent homes where they will never be discarded again. It is the most rewarding experience, sometimes tearful, but something I would never trade in the world. This year Gertie stole my heart. Left on the median on the Berlin Turnpike she was always polite, gentle and grateful. Most pit bulls, unlike what you have heard, are this way. She found her forever home after spending a few months with us. Her new owner calls me every month to tell me she is her angel and the neighborhood dog. She thanks me over and over for hanging on to Gertie until the right home came along. Berlin Parks and Recreation Department (Director Steve Kelly) 1. Expanded adult recreation programming by offering new classes: Zumba, Tai Chi, Pilates. 2. Improved recreational facilities by: rebuilding the infield at Percival Baseball Field; installed new gate and

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Program takes the angst out of tax season By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

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collaboration between the AARP Foundation and the Internal Revenue Service. “Seniors can be angry and intimidated” by tax forms and every-changing tax regulations, Kingsbury said, adding that nationally, 2.5 million people took advantage of Tax-Aide. But in Berlin, participants can have a far more pleasant experience said Tax-Aide organizers. This year, three counselors — all from Berlin — will be on hand to help taxfilers do their annual April 15 duty. The Senior Center

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After an extensive interview, the suspects confessed to being involved in approximately 10 burglaries during the past several weeks in the following towns: Berlin, Middletown, Portland, East Hampton and possibly Colchester and Salem. The suspects stole primarily gold and silver jewelry during the burglaries, but were also found in the possession of cash and coins taken from some of the burglaries. Both suspects were arrested and charged as indicated below. They were held on bond and presented in New Britain Superior Court Jan. 6. Both suspects are currently incarcerated. Barry Spence, 34, of Colchester was charged with three counts of third-degree burglary, three counts of con-

spiracy to commit burglary third-degree, one count of possession of narcotics, one count of sixth degree criminal attempt to larceny, three counts of second-degree conspiracy to criminal mischief, three counts second-degree criminal mischief, one count of third-degree criminal trespass, one count of thirddegree larceny and one count of conspiracy to commit larceny. Karen J. Olivia, 42, of Shelton was charged with three counts of third-degree conspiracy to burglary, two counts of conspiracy to sixth-degree larceny, three counts of second-degree conspiracy to criminal mischief, one count of third-degree criminal trespass, and one count of third-degree conspiracy to larceny.

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Art Continued from page 1 special afternoon program. Pulito will also talk about Moore family ancestry. Historically, the Moore family owned extensive orchard and farmland in Kensington and Southington as well as a mill and an early cement factory in town. N.A. Moore’s niece was the beloved Marjorie Moore who became our town’s most prominent benefactor. Nelson Augustus was born here in 1824 and raised in homes at the corner of Sheldon and Glen Streets and later on High Road. In 1862, he built the impressive stone and cement Victorian house with gingerbread trimmed gables on High Road next to his childhood home.

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transported back in time to an idyllic local landscape of 18th century homes on dirt roads, rolling hills of white apple blossoms and pristine lakes and streams. That he loved nature is evident in all his work. Edwin Moore worked not only in oil, but also in watercolor, painting exquisite scenes primarily of pastures with grazing cows. Both father and son often painted what they saw from the family homes on High Road. At that time fields were mown and the view extended unobscured to Percival Avenue. In one painting we see wild turkeys in the foreground and the Kensington meetinghouse and saltbox Percival house in the upper

background. One invaluable source of information on the Moore family is Tenth Generation written by another son of Nelson Augustus’s, Ethelbert Allen Moore, who became president of The Stanley Works. In that book, N.A. Moore is remembered as a loving father who reluctantly spent long periods of time away from his family traveling to sell his work and take orders. He loved nothing better than returning home to family and long walks through rural Kensington. For an extensive look at his catalog of paintings, you can visit the Berlin-Peck Library’s History Room. The catalogue features many familiar sites including the

tion and large donation picked up, call Mr. Griswold at (860) 828-0323, ext. 203.

Departments close for MLK Day All town departments are scheduled to be closed Monday, Jan. 18 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The refuse and recycling collections will operate on the normal schedule.

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Berlin FIRST robotics team has scheduled a recyclable bottle and can drive for Saturday, Jan. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at McGee Middle School. The team will also accept donations of used cell phones. All proceeds will benefit the team’s participation in the nationally recognized FIRST Robotics competition. For more informa-

N.A. Moore was a contemporary of the great 19th century Hudson River School painters such as Thomas Cole and Frederic Church. He shared that school’s sense of romanticism and reverence for the natural world, though his landscapes are less grand in scope. His preferred scenes were familiar mill ponds, farms, orchards of Connecticut and Lake George, NY. Nelson Augustus also branched out into photography, operating a daguerreotype shop in Hartford during the 1850s. One of his most poignant photos is of the fallen Charter Oak Tree surrounded by mourners. He also designed the first Civil War Monument, the brownstone odalisque we see on the grounds of Kensington Congregational Church. To view his work is to be

Hanging Hills of Meriden as seen from Cat Hole Road (now Chamberlain Highway).

To view our landscape through his eyes is to appreciate how beautiful it once was and in a few places remains little changed.

This is a rare opportunity to see numerous original works by N.A. and Edwin Moore. The program will also be of interest to town genealogy buffs. Since seating is limited at the museum, we ask that people call to make reservations in advance. The program is free. For information and reservations, call Lorraine Stub at 860-828-5281 or Kate Kearns at 860-8281891.

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Obituaries Clara M. Marzi Clara M. (Bartolucci) Marzi, 88, formerly of New Britain, died Jan. 5, 2010 at Ridgeview Healthcare Center in Cromwell. Born in New Britain, the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Elvira (Francini) Bartolucci, she lived in Plainville many years and returned to New Britain in 1958. She was the widow of John P. Marzi. She had been the co-owner of the Friendly Corner Deli in New Britain for over 30 years and was retired from the Stanley Works. Among her hobbies, she enjoyed shopping with her granddaughters and walking in Walnut Hill Park. She is survived by her daughter Marsha and her husband Larry Mitchell of Berlin; a son Robert and his wife Ilene Marzi of New Jersey; five grandchildren, Amanda and her husband Chris Renz, Jamie and her husband Matt Young, and Sara Mitchell, all of Connecticut and Aaron and Shallen Marzi of New Jersey; three great-grandchil-

dren; a sisters-in-law Betty Bartolucci, Tina Marzi, Josephine Marieni and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother Aldo Bartolucci and a sister Alma Bowe. Services were held Jan. 7, 2010 from the Farrell Funeral Home, New Britain, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. Memorial donations may be made to Dravet Syndrome Foundation 11 Nancy Drive, Monroe, CT 06468. Clara’s family would like to thank the staff at Ridgeview Heathcare for their care and compassion. To light a candle or send a condolence visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.com.

Albert J. Ouellette Albert J. Ouellette, 75, of Kensington died Jan. 3, 2010 at Mid-State Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

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Bristol. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Memorial donations may be made to the Pat & Jim Calhoun Cardiology Center c/o UConn Health Center, 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032 or to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 185 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Share a memory with the family at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com

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Robert Grelak Robert “ Bobby” Grelak, 63, of Delray Beach, Fla., formerly of Berlin, died unexpectedly Jan. 8, 2010 at home. Born in Hartford, son of the late John and the late Adele “Bonnie” (Gailunas) Grelak, he lived in Berlin until the age of 12, moved to Plantation, Florida, graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Ft. Lauderdale in 1964, graduated from Villanova University in 1969, and managed the family business, The Hawthorne

Inn, until his retirement in December 2008. He was an avid golfer, a lover of boating, and enjoyed “tinkering” in his sister’s yard. He is survived by two sisters and a brother-in-law, Glenna Grelak of Rocky Hill and Winnie and Steve LaMothe of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; two nieces whom he adored, Nicole LaMothe of Boston and Michelle LaMothe of New York City. A Memorial Mass was held Jan. 13, 2010 at 11am at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. A reception to celebrate Bobby’s life followed the service at the Hawthorne Inn. Burial in Florida will be at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made to the American Heart Associa-

tion, 1 Union Station, Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 086914183, or to Connecticut Food Bank, P.O. Box 8686, New Haven, CT 06531. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting his family.

Berlin, a member of the AARP and was a former member of the Berlin Grange 24, the Berlin Historical Society, and the Berlin Senior Citizens. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Margaret Russell of Burlington; four grandchildren, Carol McClelland and her husband Steven, Debra Russell and her husband David Kobe, Charles Russell and his wife Marge, James Russell and his wife Karen; eight great-grandchildren, Michelle Feron, Robert Feron, Natalie Russell, Jonathan Russell, Mikel Seidl, Ian Kobe, Travis Kobe, and Austin Kobe. Services were held Jan. 11, 2010 at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, New Britain. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Share a memory of Bertha with the family in the on line guest book @ www.ericksonhansen.com.

Bertha Russell Bertha Lill i a n (Trevethan) Russell, 104, formerly of Berlin, died Jan. 7, 2010 at Apple Rehabilitation Center in Plainville. She was the widow of Robert “Eddie” Russell. Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late James and Alice (Aumick) Russell. She was a Berlin resident most of her life and was formerly employed at Manning-Bowman in Meriden and worked as a nurses aide at New Britain General Hospital and at Sunnywood Convalescent Home before retiring. She was the oldest member of St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church in East

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Letters to the Editor What can the town afford?

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Room A, 7 p.m. Police Commission, Police Station Conference Room, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25 Board of Education, BOE Room Town Hall, 7 p.m. Commission for the Aging, Senior Center, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26 Water Control Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m.

To the editor: As the town of Berlin tries to purchase land for a new high school, the Town Council and the school board must decide what is important. Since the discrepancies of the high school for accreditation were presented four years ago, the town has fixed the least expensive projects. As we go forward, the school board has already decided that we need a new high school while the Town Council tries to figure out how to present this to the public. Has anyone calculated a precise figure (cost) of repairing the high school to meet accreditation? As time progressed, over 1,000 high school students have graduated. By the time a new high school would be built, another 1,000 to 2,000 students would have graduated. Now, we are looking around 3,000 students. How many students need to graduate before all the accreditation problems are fixed at the high school? If a new high school is built, we still need to fix the present high school for a middle school. Today, everyone is concerned about the environment. Is Berlin green or environmentally sound town? If it is true, just think how much open space would be allowed if we do not build another high school. Just think of your own household. If you own a home, do you fix your home or sell and build another home? This is the same situation. Can we afford to buy a new home (high school) or do we fix (upgrade) our present home (present high school)? What can the town afford? What is the best interest for the students of today and the health of the town tomorrow? Roland Robillard Berlin

Commentary

Put people back to work with Connecticut jobs By state Sen. Donald J. DeFronzo

After two full years of deepening recession, it is appalling that Governor Rell has failed to propose any DeFronzo broad-based job creation program for Connecticut. Despite Labor Department reports showing that there are 160,000 officially unemployed people in Connecticut and tens of thousands of others who have given up looking for a job, the Rell Administration and her Republican legislative allies have cho-

sen to do nothing. Focused instead on budget caps, mitigation plans and budget policies that actually increase unemployment, Republicans have lost sight of the most compelling issue of our times — the need to create jobs. In November, the state lost another 2,600 jobs bringing the total number of jobs lost in Connecticut during this recession to almost 90,000. Any hope that the private sector will soon begin creating substantial numbers of new jobs is misplaced optimism. There is absolutely no evidence that private sector job growth is about to occur. See Jobs, page 13

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Commentary A note from Robert Mayer It is with deep regret that I write this letter, letting all of you know that I have been laid off as editor of The Berlin Citizen. I enjoyed every single day of work in my five years at The Citizen and I hope it came through in “my” newspaper. I took the job at The Citizen because I hoped to make a difference in town. I have won numerous awards in journalism but none of them compare to a compliment from a resident who thanks me for being the only true news source in town. I will always treasure the moments when people would stop me at an event or a meeting and say “I love the Berlin Citizen,” or “You really do a great job with The Citizen.” I have enjoyed the people I have worked with. I call Olivia Lawrence, a truly tremendous reporter, and Marsha Pomponio, our cheerful leader, friends. I call Nick Carroll, an amazing sports editor, a great friend. I will also miss Carolyn Wallach in Meriden and thank Eliot White, the publisher of The RecordJournal, for having confidence in me to

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run his hometown newspaper. I remember walking around the Berlin Fair with the Mayor a few years back and getting stopped by more people than him telling me ideas for the paper. I would ask them why they don’t have more ideas for the Mayor and they would say, “We love The Berlin Citizen.” I grew up in Berlin. I live here with my family. I love this town and the residents and I loved The Berlin Citizen. There have been many highlights to my term as editor, too many to mention. I will miss the job and the residents who I dealt with on a daily basis. I will miss writing for you and sharing my stories and opinions. Most of all I will miss this job. (The Berlin Citizen wishes Bob Mayer well in his future endeavors. He was an important part of the paper for many years and will be missed. Our office remains open and the rest of the staff is intact. As Bob points out, it’s a great team who will continue to provide Berlin residents with all their local news, sports and information.)

Dodd visited Berlin to listen — but why? Commentary by Olivia L. Lawrence

U.S. Senator Chris Dodd came to Berlin last week to talk about the economy and jobs. He was here on Monday and then, a day later on Wednesday, he dropped the bomb. He wasn’t going to run again after a lifetime in government. The big announcement caused a whirlwind of news and speculation as to what it all meant. For me, it felt like the air went out of a balloon that might have given a little lift to Berlin’s business community. And I felt like Berlin had been used. Dodd hadn’t been to Berlin for ages. As far as I could find out, the last time there was a close encounter was when Dodd’s wife was in town for a Democratic fundraiser a couple of years ago. Dodd was supposed to be in Berlin to check up on Main Street, but apparently it had been a while since he’d stepped foot on ours. His

election year visit was obviously part campaign strategy. Everybody knew that. When he met with business leaders at the BerlinPeck Memorial Library, Dodd brought along his jobs agenda “Putting Connecticut Back to Work.” He’s been taking that agenda around the state in the past few weeks meeting in small towns across Connecticut. Mercifully, his opening remarks were brief and somewhat amusing. What was most important, he said, was to hear from the local business people who’d taken time out of their busy day to meet with him. He was going to take their ideas back to Washington with him. The mayor was there as was the deputy mayor, the town manager, the chamber of commerce director, the director of economic development, a couple of members of the Economic Development Commission and a bunch of folks who run goodsized businesses in town. All-in-all a lot of high-

priced manpower was sitting around that table. People had a lot of good ideas, too. They’d put a lot of thought into how government could help with issues like the business credit crunch, the need to find skilled labor, transportation issues, the growth of green technologies, the need for energy independence and, of course, health care. This was a chance to tell someone who could do something. Dodd nodded thoughtfully and made notes. A couple of aides sat on the sidelines and they made notes, too. It almost seemed like maybe he would take those ideas “back to Washington.” Maybe something would change. Maybe he could make a difference to business people in Berlin who are trying to navigate the tricky waters of this economy and stay afloat. While he was sitting there taking in all that free advice, Dodd surely must have See Dodd, page 21

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Facing this reality, state action is long overdue. Last month, legislative Democrats proposed a $1 billion jobs program targeted at creating jobs in our depressed construction industry with the economic benefits rippling through the state’s entire economy over a twelve-month period. This proposal calls for $1 billion in additional capital investment in areas of strategic state importance such as: transportation infrastructure, housing, energy conservation, clean water, and higher education. Investments in these areas will allow us to address long-standing challenges in the Connecticut economy, create jobs now and better position the state to compete in the future. Projects would all be previously authorized by the legislature and would have already been or could be bid and be ready for construction within 90 to 120 days. These will be jobrich projects with the potential of creating 16,000 or more jobs and adding $2.2 to $2.5 billion to the state’s gross domestic product. Businesses of all types—large and small— will benefit from the economic activity generated by this program. While the state’s high unemployment rate alone justifies such investment, acting at this time would allow the state to take advantage of historically low interest rates, sharply competitive market conditions and dramatically lowerthan-expected project bids. All of these factors mean that Connecticut can purchase more for its limited long-term capital investment dollars, while creating the jobs we need today. It is true that executing this

plan will require discipline, careful timing and coordination with the state Treasurer’s Office and legislature to ensure that these investments are accomplished within the state’s established debt limit. However, with leadership, it can be done. An investment of this magnitude will revitalize the state’s depressed construction industry now suffering 25 percent unemployment, generate income, promote purchasing in all areas, create jobs and lead to a sustained economic recovery. Governor Rell’s focus on budget-balancing steps alone will not lead us out of our current economic morass. A balanced budget is an important goal, but full employment is essential. Knowing that no matter what else happens in our economy, no sustained recovery can take place without the creation of good paying jobs, Governor Rell must reassess her reluctance to act and give job creation the priority it deserves. For the 160,000 officially unemployed men and women in Connecticut today, for the thousands of others who have given up looking for a job and for many others who are facing the prospect of unemployment, time is running out. Families have tuition payments to make and mortgages to pay. They have heating bills and a host of other demands to meet. For them, waiting is no longer an option. They need work, and the state needs decisive action to create jobs now.

(Donald J. DeFronzo represents Berlin, New Britain and Farmington in the State Senate and serves as chair of the Transportation Committee and the General Bonding Subcommittee.)

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Committee meeting – The Berlin High School Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Jan 14 at 6 p.m. in the library at Willard Elementary School All parents and volunteers are welcome. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. in rooms 1–3 at the community center. Troop 24 enjoys many activities and camping throughout the year. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boys Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored and chartered by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at Bethany Covenant. Boys 11 years and older are welcome to join Troop 41. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at

(860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work on decorations Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information, call (860) 828-7425. Indoor Track and Field – BHS at Glastonbury, 4:30 p.m.

Friday

Boys Basketball – BHS at Platt, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS vs. Platt at BHS, 7 p.m. Indoor Track and Field – Yale Invitational at Yale, New Haven, TBA.

Saturday

Quilt show – The Berlin Sisters in Quilting has scheduled a free quilt show

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on Saturday, Jan. 16 from noon to 3 p.m. at the BerlinPeck Memorial Library. A quilt raffle, to benefit the library, is planned. Meet the legislators – The League of Women Voters New Britain Area is scheduled to host the state legislators at a Legislative Brunch on Saturday, Jan. 16 at 1 a.m. at the New Britain Public Library community room. Snow date is Jan. 23. Questions from the audience are encouraged. The program is free. Refreshments will be served. Recycling Center – The Town of Berlin Recycling Center, 19 Town Farm Lane, is scheduled for be open Saturday, Jan. 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wrestling – Art Powers Duals at BHS, 9 a.m. Indoor Track and Field – Yale Invitational at Yale, New Haven, TBA. Ice Hockey – BHS vs. Northwest Catholic at XL Center, Hartford, 3:15 p.m.

Sunday

Berlin Historical Society Museum – The Berlin Historical Museum, at the corner of Peck and Main Streets, is scheduled to be open Sunday, Jan. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. for a special program. Derik Pulito, art and antiques dealer, will talk about noted Kensington artists, Nelson Augustus Moore, his son Edwin Moore and their extended family. Original paintings from Pulito’s collection will be shown. Snow date is Sunday, Jan. 24. For more information and reservations, call Lorraine Stub at (860) 828-5281 or Kate Kearns at (860) 828-1891. The program is free, but seating is limited.

Monday

Ice Hockey – BHS vs. Rockville-Manchester at Bolton Ice Palace, 4 p.m.

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Tuesday

Pasta supper – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules an all-you-can-eat pasta supper every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit scholarships, the fishing derby, the baseball team and more. For more information and cost, call the Post at (860) 828-9102 after5 p.m. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work on decorations Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information, call (860) 828-7425. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse and camps monthly at a variety of places. For more information, call Ed Alicea, Scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church. Boys 11 to 18 are welcome. For more information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832.Boys Basketball – BHS at Bristol Eastern, 7 p.m.Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Bulkeley at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS at Bulkeley, 7 p.m.

Wednesday

Wrestling - BHS at Bristol Central, 6 p.m.

Thursday

Kensington Garden Club – The Kensington Garden Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Jan. 21 11 a.m. at the Community Center. A tea luncheon will be served at the “Give Me

Friday

Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Middletown at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS at Middletown, 7 p.m. Boys Swimming – BHS at Hartford Public, 3:45 p.m.

Saturday

Open house – Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln St., has scheduled an open house for Saturday, Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon. The school is accepting applications for 2009-10 in grades four through nine. For more information, call (860) 223-6428. Wrestling – Eagle Classic at E. Catholic, Manchester, TBA. Ice Hockey – BHS vs. Enfield at Newington Arena, 8 p.m.

Tuesday

Friends of the BerlinPeck Memorial Library The Friends of the BerlinPeck Memorial Library have scheduled an evening with Linda Stamm, owner of Winter Associates, Inc. for Tuesday, Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. Stamm is a member of the Appraisers Association of America. Attendees may bring one item for appraisal. Pre-registration is required at the library front desk. Appraisals are limited to the first 50 items. Please do not bring find gemstones, coins, stamps, firearms, or World War II items for appraisal. The program is free and open to the public. Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Glastonbury at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS at Windsor, 7 p.m. Boys Swimming – BHS vs. Bristol Central/Bristol Eastern at Malone, Bristol, 3:45 p.m.

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The Buzz Around Berlin

A great cake takes first place

A lesson in ecology

Brownie Troop 66442 recently toured the Rainforest Cafe at the Westfarms Mall. The girls learned the importance of the rain forests in the ecology of the earth as part of their Eco-Explorer Badge. The troop learned about the plants and trees of the rain forest as well as the mammals, reptiles, birds and butterflies which inhabit it. Pictured troop members are: Anna Sarrazin, Maria Butrimas, Olivia Cyr, Olivia Smith, Samantha Getsie, Emma Norton, Marie Riley, Abbey Rochette, Maddie Holt, Jillian Santana, Jenna Smalley, Alex Kumm and Ashlynn Montanez.

Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Baraglia of Berlin recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at a surprise party at the Aqua Tera in Plainville. The couple was married Jan. 9, 1960. The couple has two daughters, Sue Serio and Tracy Baraglia.

Kaitlin Moriarty of Kensington is pictured with Bob Wilson of Channel 8 News after winning first place for the Association of Connecticut Fairs State Junior Baking contest. Kaitlin’s blueberry coffee crumb cake won first place at the Berlin Fair which led her to contend on the state level.

Oh Holy night The altar at St. Paul Church on Alling St. featured a nativity scene over the holiday season.

Songs for the children

The Destiny Africa Children’s Choir, comprised of Ugandan children orphaned by years of conflict and the AIDS crisis, recently performed at Northeast Utilities. Traditional and contemporary songs and dances as well as its signature drumming are part of the group’s repertoire. The Berlin visit was one of 85 stops in New England to raise awareness and funds for the Kampala Children’s Center.

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A ‘grand’ accomplishment for Zarotney By Nick Carroll Sports Editor It’s a G for Z. Berlin High School senior Katelyn Zarotney netted her 1,000th career point last week, becoming just the sixth BHS female to accomplish the feat. Zarotney’s 1,000th point came on a third-quarter foul shot in a 70-28 victory over Bristol Central Friday night at Gibney Gymnasium. Making the occasion even more memorable, Zarotney was celebrating her birthday. “Coming in freshman year, I hadn’t really thought about it,” Zarotney said of joining the prestigious 1,000-point Club. “As the years went on and I got older, I thought it would be great to get 1,000 ... It was one of my goals in the beginning of the season.” Heading into the Bristol Central matchup, Zarotney needed 20 points to reach 1,000. The Siena College-

bound forward finished with 20 points on the dot. “I just put my mind to it,” she said. BHS coach Sheila King indicated that Zarotney’s teammates were on board as well. “It was very exciting. The team was gearing up for it, which was the best part,” King said. “They wanted it for her very badly.” Zarotney acknowledged that her teammates played a big part in her scoring 1,000 points. “I just want to thank them so much for being supportive and helping me out with this,” the senior said. “If it wasn’t for them, I probably wouldn’t have gotten to my 1,000th point. It was a team effort.” If all goes well, late in the season, Zarotney could surpass 1989 graduate Tammilyn Borkowski (1,176 points) to become the program’s alltime scoring leader. The Lady Redcoats’ 1,000point Club is rounded out by Deb Larson, Shelly Ravizza,

Angela Muirhead and Liz Clements. Zarotney is Coach King’s first 1,000-point scorer. “She was pretty special from when she first walked in these doors,” the sixth-year coach said. A four-year starter, Zarotney led Berlin in scoring and rebounding as a freshman, and has done so ever since. With her in the lineup, the Lady Redcoats claimed a Northwest Conference tournament championship, and a NWC regular season title. In 2009, the locals advanced to the state finals for just the second time in the history of the program. King is not at all surprised that Zarotney managed to eclipse 1,000 points with so many games remaining in her scholastic career. She pointed out that Zarotney would have reached the milestone even sooner had the 6footer not been hampered by injuries over the years.

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This free throw by Berlin High School’s Katelyn Zarotney Friday night at Gibney Gymnasium gave the senior the 1,000th point of her career

After tough loss, Lady ’Coats appear be hitting their stride By Nick Carroll Sports Editor

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Berlin High School sophomore Chelsea Vujs takes the ball to the hoop last week in a 70-28 victory over Bristol Central.

An ugly 38-28 loss to Northwest Catholic Jan. 2 served to light a fire under the previously undefeated Berlin High School girls basketball team. Following that shaky performance, the Lady Redcoats blasted Plainville, 50-23, and Bristol Central, 70-28, last week. With the win over Bristol Central Friday night at Gibney Gymnasium, Berlin (8-1) qualified for the postseason. “The loss did to us what it needed to do,” BHS coach Sheila King said. “They were hurt by it. It was their wake-up call. It probably came at the best of times. Now we’re looking to turn things around.” “It was really focused. It was tough,” BHS senior Alexys Vazquez said of the practice sessions since the Northwest Catholic game. “We usually have little breaks. Our coaches said, from now on, no more breaks for us.” Echoing her coach’s sentiment, Vazquez indicated that the loss to Northwest Catholic may have been a blessing in disguise. “It was better to get the loss early. We just turned it into a positive and learned a lot from it,” the senior guard said.

“I think we still can produce a lot more than we have. We’re definitely not at our highest point; we can climb a lot further. And I think that’s the start, right now.” Berlin jumped out an 11-point first-quarter lead over Plainville and never looked back. Katelyn Zarotney paced the victors with 13 points. Nine other Lady Redcoats graced the scoring column that night. Three days later, Berlin pounced on Bristol Central in a similar fashion. The locals owned a 19-3 after one. Zarotney manufactured a gamehigh 20 points, including the 1,000th of her career. Vazquez (16 points) and Kim Rasmussen (11 points) scored in double-figures for the Lady Redcoats as well, while teammate Kaitlyn Bovee netted six points and 10 rebounds. Berlin is a senior-led team, but several of the team’s younger players have made big contributions this winter, including sophomore guard Chelsea Vujs.

Vujs tallied eight points against Plainville, and scored four against Bristol Central. “She works very hard. She’s passionate about her game. And she wants to do for the team. She works very hard out there,” King said of the sophomore.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 14, 2010

Town to offer Junior League baseball By Nick Carroll Sports Editor

Berlin’s Babe Ruth baseball program will “pretty much fade away” this year, Berlin Little League President Bill Petit told The Citizen. In its place, the town will field four or five Junior League Little League teams for players age 13 to 15. Seen as a step up in competition from Babe Ruth, Junior League baseball will allow Berlin players to take on one another, and teams from throughout District 5. Junior League play in Berlin begins this spring.

“We’re trying to keep kids interested,” Petit said, pointing out that, often times, players over the age of 12 join travel teams or give up on baseball altogether. “They go all different directions.” A competitive Junior League may keep those kids playing, in Berlin. Ultimately, Petit believes having local players in the same organization, Little League, for three extra years, will strengthen the American Legion program. “That’s what we’re really working for,” he said. If all goes according to plan, after their Little 1139014

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Youth Sports Basketball Hoop shoot Eight youngsters have been crowned local champions of the 2010 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship, and have earned the right to compete at the district level. The Monsignor Greylish Council No. 3675 in Berlin sponsored the local competition at St. Paul School in Kensington. The winners were: Kristen Armetta (10 year-old division),

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Coat Notes The Berlin High School boys swim team headed into this week with a record of 1-2. The Redcoats topped Hall, 105-79, last week. BHS freshman Dan Klotz set a school record in the 50 freestyle (:23.5) that day. Also, the following local athletes qualified for the state meet against Hall: Andrew Thurston (200 individual medley, 2:08.78; 500 freestyle, 4:55.83), Kevin Kozikowski (200 freestyle, 1:56.06; 100 butterfly, :56.32), Klotz (50 freestyle, :23.5; 100 freestyle, :52.33), Josh Paradis (diving, 168) and Josh Zaniewski (diving, 159). Thurston, Kozikowski and Klotz were double-winners against Hall. The Redcoats took first and second in diving. Berlin also

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the roster this preseason — about a quarter of them from Berlin. “This is the biggest freshman class since we were a Division I team,” Harackiewicz said. “The numbers are very healthy.” Berlin has helped and Harackiewicz thinks the partnership will only get better. Senior Sean Roche from Berlin was named one of the captains for this season’s team and others are right in the middle of things. “All the Berlin kids are impact players,” Harackiewicz said. Roche (two goals, two assists), who played mostly defense last season, has been used up front. His rugged, physical style and the experience from winning a state title with the football team has helped. “He’s not a natural goalscorer,” said Harackiewicz, who has 197 career victories. “But he gets in there and makes things happen.” Two other forwards from Berlin have also contributed up front. Senior Sebby Ogibowski (three, three) and junior Jordan Wacker (two, three) are just behind Dan Vasquez (five, two) for the team scoring lead. Harackiewicz said Ogibowski is a power forward

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The Central Connecticut Health District is holding open H1N1 vaccination clinics during the month of January. Vaccination is free; anyone who wishes to be vaccinated is welcome to attend. Registration is not required. The clinics are scheduled as follows: Friday, Jan. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Newington Sr. & Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St., Newington.

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Dodd Continued from page 13 known the curtain would soon close on his days in the senate. That bothers me. It’s like a contractor saying he’s coming over to my house to help me figure out how to fix the roof and then, after we spend the afternoon chewing over about how big hole is, he calls me up the next day to tell me he’s going out of the roofing business. That would be a big waste of my time and a real blow to my enthusiasm. I know how hard these small business people work. Time is money. Was talking with Dodd the highest and best use of their time? Was it enough just to hobnob and share a few laughs?

Peck Memorial Library have scheduled an evening with Linda Stamm, owner of Winter Associates, Inc. for Tuesday, Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. Stamm is a member of the Appraisers Association of America. Sure Dodd still has a few months left. He still has some juice — he’s chairman of the finance committee. He may go on to do great things for the business community, the state and the country. But as of now, the time he has left as an elected official is very limited and I’m not convinced Berlin’s bright ideas will be a high priority. I’ve watched the news this past week and seen a bunch of footage of Dodd, over the years, glad-handing presidents and other luminaries like the late Sen. Edward Kennedy. Last week, he finally made it to Berlin to shake a few hands. A day late and a dollar short. I have to wonder if he’d come on a listening tour a few years earlier if it could have made a difference to his fortunes and to Berlin’s.

Attendees may bring one item for appraisal. Pre-registration is required at the library front desk. Appraisals are limited to the first 50 items. Please do not bring find gemstones, coins, stamps, firearms, or World War II items for appraisal. The program is free and open to the public. Photograph program Join Peter Bosco, M.F.A., for “American Snapshots: Chronicle of Time”, a presentation of historical photograph from America’s past, on Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library.

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Senior Happenings

AARP

The AARP Chapter is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Jan. 19 at 1:15 p.m. at the Senior Center. An EMT representative will speak about the symptoms and emergency treatment of strokes. Refreshments will be served.

January programs

Home and safety – Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 1 p.m. David Santoro, OTR/L, is scheduled to speak about home safety assessments and interventions to reduce fall risks for adults. A free assistive device clinic (walkers and canes only) is planned. Sign up at the Senior Center. Free dental cleaning clinics – Wednesday, Jan. 27 and Thursday, Jan. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A licensed dental hygienist is scheduled to conduct dental cleanings for adults age 50 and older. Appointments are required.

Five one hour appointments are available. For more information and to schedule an appointment call (860) 8287006.

Health clinics The Berlin Visiting Nurse Association and Central Connecticut Health Center offer monthly health clinics at the Senior Center. The clinics are free of charge and no appointments are necessary. The schedule for January is: Tuesday, Jan. 12 – 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. Blood pressure screening. Tuesday, Jan. 19 – 9:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Glucose screening. Tuesday, Jan. 19 – 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. Blood pressure screening. Tuesday, Jan. 26 – 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. Blood pressure screening. For more information, call the Berlin VNA at (860) 8287030.

Whacky Whist Whacky Whist card games are scheduled for Friday, Jan. 22 at 12:45 p.m. at the Senior Center. It’s easy and fun to play. Score sheets and directions are provided. Prizes are awarded and refreshments will be served. To sign up call the Senior Center at (860) 828-7006 or stop by the front desk

Energy assistance program The Senior Center is accepting applications for the energy assistance program. This program is for seniors who heat with oil, propane or kerosene, gas and electric. Applications are scheduled to be accepted on Tuesday, Jan. 19 and Friday, Jan. 29. Appointments are mandatory. For more information, documentation requirements and to schedule an appointment, call Tina, Antoinette or Jane at (860) 8287006.

Senior Bowling Results of the Strikette Bowling League from Jan. 5: High Triple: Alice Ming, 474. High Single: Marie Kaczynski, 191. Marie Kaczynski, 191; Alice Ming, 176; Irene

Willametz, 174; Gillette, 162.

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Mike Koval, 193; Joe Sytulek, 182; Ferd Brochu, 181; Al Pollard, 175.

Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance. To order or cancel a meal, call Perry at (860) 670-8546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Following is a list of lunches for the week of Jan. 18 at the Senior Center. Monday, Jan. 18: Senior Center closed for Martin Luther King Day. Tuesday, Jan. 19: Vegetable beef barley soup with crackers, seafood salad, tricolored pasta salad, marinated vegetable salad, croissant,

topped tapioca pudding. Wednesday, Jan. 20: Chicken cacciatore with sauce, whole grain pasta, Italian vegetable salad, Italian bread, Italian ice. Thursday, Jan. 21: Apple juice, breaded veal parmesan with mushroom gravy, parsley mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, whole grain bread, fresh citrus sections. Friday, Jan. 22: Swedish meatballs with brown gravy, seasoned noodles, peas & carrots, whole grain bread, sliced peaches.

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School News Dean’s list Johnson & Wales University – Erika Lojko of Berlin. Mitchell College – Lauren Ellefsen, Thomas Farr of Berlin; Nina Raczkowski of Berlin. Paier College of Art – Vincent Vernacatola of Berlin. Pennsylvania State University Christina De Simone of Berlin.

Providence College, Rhode Island – Roseann Colangelo, Arielle Wezdenko of Kensington; Meghan Conway, Thomas Quinn, Toni Rauseo of Berlin.

Open house Mooreland Hill School, 16 Lincoln St., has scheduled an open house for Saturday, Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon. Applications for grades four

through nine for the 2009-10 school year are being accepted. For more information call (860) 223-6428.

8869 (chrisbrose@comcast.net) or Barbara Corrigan Rudnick at (860) 828-0557 (lilyashes@gmail.com).

Reunions

New Britain High School Class of 1947 has scheduled its 63rd class reunion for Sunday, June 27 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Indian Hill Golf Course, Newington. For more information, call Sophie at (860) 224-0084 or Rose at (860) 225-3966.

Berlin High School Class of 1970 has scheduled its 40th class reunion for Saturday, June 12 at the Hawthorne Inn. For more information or interested in attending, contact Chris Benson Rose at (860) 690-

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AUTO PARTS DODGE Pickup w/plow 1990

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COFFEE Table 50W x 30L X 15H. 2 end tables 23W X 30L X 20H Maple color and glass top. All 3 pieces for $99. 860-276-9247 COUCH & loveseat set, dark blue soft tweed with detached back pillows and coordinateing throw pillows,barely sat on, Like new condition. $500. A must see. 203-265-3568 LOVESEAT & Straight-back chair. Floral design. Good condition. $200 or best offer. Call (860) 628-8112 MAPLE Drop Leaf kitchen table w/ 4 chairs. Sturdy. Mahogany Dresser, Oak Morris chair. $100 each. (203) 634-4154

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MERIDEN Huge 5 BR Apartment Freshly painted. Ready to rent! Section 8 approved. $1350/mo + security. No pets. 203-650-0479 MERIDEN Nice, quiet 2BR, 1 1/2 bath, finished bsmt. Close to Hwy. $1050. Sec & ref. 860828-1688; cell 646-573-4187 MERIDEN W. Side, on bus line. 5Rm apt, 2BR. Newly painted. New carpets. No pets. Off-stparking. W/D hookup. Section 8 approved. 203-237-6096

MERIDEN- 1023 Old Colony Rd.

2 BR - $750 & UP Heat & HW, Off st. parking. Limited Time - 1 mo free rent. Call 203-886-7016 MERIDEN- 1BR 1st flr apt w/ kit/LR combo, wall to wall carpet/linoleum. Off st. parking. Exc cond/location. $650. 1st, last & 1 mo. sec. 860-663-1229 MERIDEN- 1BR Winter Special $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 203-639-4868 MERIDEN- 1st flr, 3BR, 6 rms, $900/mo. + security. Appls. No utilities. No pets. Call 203-6058591

You Found It! S a g e Po n d P l a c e

MERIDEN- 4 rooms in duplex. Heat, hot water & appliances included. Call (203) 238-1730

Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

MERIDEN- Freshly painted 1 & 2BR apts. $650-$800 per month. 60 Pleasant St. No pets. 203-668-6066.

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin

MERIDEN-1BR Apt 203-715-7500 & 2BR Apt 203-641-8483 Clean, quiet, newly remodeled. W/D hookup. Off st parking.

1 BR Apts & Studios

Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

MERIDEN- 2BR, $750, 3BR, $850. Located on Twiss St. Renovated. Background check=1month free to qualified renter. Sect 8 appr’d. Call 203-213-3951

MERIDEN 2BR, formal living rm & dining rm. Spacious, nicely remodeled. Hdwd fls. Laundry room. Off street parking. Sherman Ave. Call 203-634-6550

MERIDEN Cook Avenue 1 BR. 1st fl. Renovated. $825 includes heat, hot water and electric. (203) 265-4664 HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - Studio & 1BR apts From $650 + sec. Heat & HW incl. Avail. immed! 203-938-3789

MERIDEN- 2BR apt, $725 + sec. & utils. Avail. immediately. L & E Property Management 203-938-3789

MERIDEN- Nice, Spacious 2BR, appliances, parking, good location, no pets, 25 Griswold St. $825 + deposit and credit. 203238-1890

MERIDEN 4BR- 73 Twiss St, 1st flr avail. $1000/mo Sect 8 appr’d. Leave message at (860) 426-0658 BERLIN-Four Rod Rd. IndustrialFlex Zoned space for rent, 1200 sq. ft. $900. 860-989-6971

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

MERIDEN 2BR, 2nd fl. 5 Rms. Remodeled. Heat & appls incl. No smoking/pets. 45 South Second St. Sec 8 approved. $850 + 1 mo sec. 203-841-7591 after 5pm.

MERIDEN 32 Cook Ave.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

All Ages and Levels Welcome

PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION. 1 Session only, $100. Group discount available! Call for next class 203-415-1144

MERIDEN- 1BR, 1st flr, spacious. Secure bldg. Laundry. No pets. Sec dep. Section 8 appr’d. $750/mo. 203-376-1259

Especially Napier 203-464-0477

Repaired!

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

FOR RENT

Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY

For Children & Adults $25 per 1/2 hour. First lesson FREE! 30 yrs exp. We repair: Violins ● Violas ● Cellos ● Bass Bow Rehairing 203-294-0888

MENS 3/4 beige coat, wind & water repelent, pile lining. Exc cond. Size 44, $50. Mens western style brown rawhide jacket, pile lining, exc cond, size 44, $50. Cash 203-237-4903

CONDOMINIUMS

MERIDEN-Wallingford line. Sterling Village townhouse. 2BR, 1 1/2 bath, LR w/FP, basement, W/D hkup, pool, tennis. $900/mo + sec. 203-988-3465

203-699-8883

CLOTHING

MERIDEN-2BR, $750/mo + sec. 1 bath, Incld-heat & HW, W/D hkup. Refs & credit ck No pet/smoking. 203-237-6951

203-238-3499

PELLET Stove, Vulcan Canadian, fireplace insert. Purchased 2005. Includes 20 bags of premium pellets. $750. Call (860) 621-6980 SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $225/cord; $135/half cord. 203-294-1775.

HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden- 4BR house $1350/mo. Available 1/15. 137 Willow St. (203) 938-3789

MERIDEN- Meetinghouse Village- 2BR townhouse, C/A, Garage. $1100. Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

APARTMENTS FOR RENT KENSINGTON- 2BR apt, 2nd flr w/garage space. $675+ utilities. Private yard. Call (860) 917-6634

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves

HOUSES FOR RENT

MERIDEN-1BR, Huge rooms, walk-in closet, parking, w/d hookup, 1st class! $600/mo. Credit check + 2 mos. sec. req. No pets. 203-284-0597 MERIDEN-East Side. Great 2 BR. Penthouse floor. Central air. All appls. On flr laundry. Credit + 2 mos. security. $800/mo. No pets. Call 203-284-0597 MERIDEN-Newly remodeled 5BRS, 2 full baths, $1,400. 4BR, $1,200. Spacious 1BR, $700. Off-st-parking, W/D hkups, new everything. 203-417-1675 MERIDEN. 2 BR, 2nd floor Hardwood flrs, new carpet. Enclosed front porch. Off st parking. $750 + 2 mos sec. 203-464-3083 MERIDEN. 2 BR, 5 rms, no pets. With garage. $850/mo. plus sec. Off st parking. Call (203) 639-4700 MERIDEN/WALLINGFORD - 5 rms, 2nd fl Appl, priv porch, off St. pkg, w/w rugs, spotless, quiet. No Pets. 3/1. Call 203686-0818 SOUTHINGTON 1BR $600/mo. 2 mos. sec. Call 860-538-5575 SOUTHINGTON 3BR 2nd flr, $1000/mo. 2 mos. sec Call 860-538-5575 SOUTHINGTON Downtown 1BR, 136 Center St, Heat/garbage/ HW incld. No pets. $700/month. Call Mike 860-919-1908 SOUTHINGTON- 3BR Apt now avail. $900/mo. Easy access to 84 & 691. Security & Credit check required. For more details call Alex or Mat at 860-276-8208 SOUTHINGTON-3BR, Charming 1st flr of 2 family home, 1BA, SS appls, gar., prvt backyd, lg deck, conv. loc. No dogs $1275/mo+utils. 860-625-1411 WALLINGFORD - 1 & 2 bedroom, hot water included, $695-$795, Call 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160. WALLINGFORD - 2BR, 1st floor, Lee Ave., W/D hookup, available now, $925 incl heat/HW. Call 203-530-1840 WALLINGFORD 2nd flr. 5 RMs, 2 BR. New kitchen, bath, paint, floors, appliances. Avail Jan 1. 1 mo sec & 1st mo rent. $850 /mo. (203) 619-3292

For Active Adults 55 and better

Only $950 Heat, Hot and Cold Water Included Central air! Intercom system! Fully applianced kitchens On-site laundry! with frost free refrigerator, Library with computer range with self cleaning oven, workstation! dishwasher, garbage disposal! Ample on-site parking! Community room with fireplace Picnic area with grill! and full service kitchen! 24-hr. maintenance! Secure three-story building with elevators!

Call Now!

(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN-Studio apt $495. 1 BR apt $550. Plus utils. No pets, on bus line. 203-982-3042 WALLINGFORD 34 South Whittlesey Avenue Small 1 BR. Hardwood floors. No smoking. No pets. $595. Available now. (203) 269-9398 WALLINGFORD ROBIN HILL APARTMENTS Great location! 1BRs starting at $750. 2BRS starting at $850. Call 203-294-9110 for more info WALLINGFORD- 1BR 3rd fl. Electric incl. Choate vic. Nice yard, off st parking. $700 + sec. Avail now. 203-640-6308 WALLINGFORD-2BR, Choate area, off-st-parking. W/D hkup, 3rd flr, appls, hdwd flrs. $825/mo. Credit check. Call 203-265-9871 or 203-269-9755 WALLINGFORD-Desirable East Side newly remodeled, scenic, quiet, 2nd flr studio, appls, patio, yard. $675/mo + utils. Call (203) 269-9755 WALLINGFORD. Hard to find 3 bdrm unit available Jan 1st. Features hdwd floors, laundry hook up in the unit and ample parking. Close to town center. $1,250/mo. + sec. Call RE/MAX Colony at 203-269-HOME for more information. WALLINGFORD. One bedroom unit in Judd Square complex. Well maintained and recently updated. Low heating costs, elevator and on-site laundry. $750/mo. + sec. Call RE/MAX Colony at 203-269-HOME for more information. WALLLINGFORD Charming Studios, 1 & 2 BR at 53 Parker Place. $650-$950. Feb 1st or sooner occupancy. Electric heat/CA. Spacious & sunny. No dogs. Sunday showing - Jan 10 10-am-2pm. (203) 284-3601

APARTMENTS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD. Available now. 2nd & 3rd flr apt, 2-4 BRs, washer/dryer, central air. $975. Call Joe (203) 631-7094 WLFD 3BR, 1st flr New remodeled, hdwd flrs. No pets, no smoking, off st parking, w/d hookups in bsmt. 203-269-5733 WLFD- 2BR, central location, laundry, no pets. Credit check. $800 + 2 mos. sec. 203-235-1381 WLFD-48 Allen Ave, 2nd flr, 4Rm, 2BR, off st parking, $850/ mo, 1-1/2 mo sec. Easy access I-91/Merrit Pkwy. 203 430 6896 //48allenave.yolasite.com

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN - Rooms For Rent $100 per week. All utilities & cable TV included. No drugs or alcohol, Please Call 203-213-2054 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $130/wk. + sec or call 203-630-3823 12p8p www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN Clean, Safe Room. 203-634-8084 Utilities & fridge included. Share kitchen /bath. $120 per week plus security. MERIDEN Room Available Utilities included! $115/Wk Available immediately 203-2138589. 203-639-0907 MERIDEN Room for Rent- Fully furnished, shared kitchen, LR, 1 1/2 baths. $150 per week. Clean home. All utilities included. Call 203-537-1772 Lisa MERIDEN- Clean, 1st flr, furnshed. rm. Private entrance. Share kit. & bath. All utils. Leave message 203-238-3369 MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util, share kit, bath & LR. Washer & dryer, off st parking. $150/week. 2 wks sec. (203) 605-8591

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 14, 2010 ROOMS FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

NORTH HAVEN

WALLINGFORD

Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

“What a nice home!” 3BR 2b Raised Ranch, corner lot. FP and walk-out & FR in LL, garage, nice deck off dining area. Come see, lovely curb appeal & more, many updates $309,900.

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT PRIME Office space. 35 Pleasant St, Meriden. 525 sq. ft. $600/mo includes all utils. Call 203-237-5501

ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED

ROOFING

Fully insured & licensed Free estimates CT Reg. #573871

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENTALS

Shamock Roofing

WLFD $219,900 2BR Bungalow w/2 car garage. House needs extensive work. Beautiful 1.28 acre level property-used to be Xmas tree farm. Tranquil setting yet minutes to I91! Call Linda 203-265-5618

All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

HOUSE CLEAN Outs, Garages Basements, Attics, Yards Big or Small..... We Take It All Free Estimates. Call Ed.

ZK Construction

203-237-4124 an LLC co

ROOFING SPECIALISTS & SNOWPLOWING QUALITY, EXPERIENCE & AFFORDABILITY

Empire Construction, LLC

● New Roofs ● Restoration Work ● All Types of Repairs ● Emergency Repairs

Ziggy Kacperski Berlin, CT 06037 Tel. 860-829-8212

ELDERLY CARE

Your Professional Roofer New Roofs, Reroofs, Tearoffs We fix leaks too! 203-269-3559 CT Reg#565514 www.EmpireLLC.biz

FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790

WALLINGFORD

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Snowplowing. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218

ATTORNEYS

GUTTERS

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

Free Consultation

CARPENTRY REPAIRS Insulated Cellar Windows, Entry Doors, Complete Home Improvement by Carpenter. 203-238-1449 CT# 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com

CHILD CARE TINY TYKES DAYCARE, LLC Now enrolling 6 wks to 12 yrs. Plantsville 860-620-9395 Lic 55310

DUMPSTERS Roll-Off Dumpsters 15 yard roll-off - $350 20 yard roll-off - $450 Empire Construction, LLC 203-537-0360 www.EmpireLLC.biz

Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

Shamock Roofing All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

203-237-4124 an LLC co.

Home Doctor Tiny repairs-Major renovations Custom Carpentry, plumbing, elec. Since 1949 203-639-8389 CT 573358. Credit Cards OK

HEATING & COOLING

DON’T Freeze this WINTER! Call Duane Plumbing, heating & cooling. Annual furnace & boiler tune-ups & cleanings. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-3798944 #400335-S1

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC

203-237-2122

C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

MASONRY

HOUSE CLEANING

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

SOUTHINGTON $275,000. Sure to please! Newly listed 4BR Raised Ranch on 1/2 acre. Complete w/floored attic for extra storage. Home has 2 fireplaces, 2 full baths, formal DR & oversized 2car garage. Call Brian Miller 203-265-5618

Gonzalez Construction Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling. ★★★★★★★★

203-639-0032 Fully license/insured. CT Reg# 577319

HANDYPERSONS

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Snowplowing. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218 10% off if you mention this ad

OPEN HOUSES

Since 1949. Siding, roof repairs, windows. 203-6398389 CT #573358. Sr. discount. Credit card OK.

$92,500-Fully furnished, brand new furnishings right to forks & spoons! Tury key. Very quiet floor. Sec building. Ready to move in right now. This lovely one BR unit is clean and bright. Call Pat Lane 203-265-5618.

★★★★★★★★

Bankruptcy Keep home, auto, 401k, etc. STOP FORECLOSURES IRS & “Repos” Atty F.W. Lewis 439 Main St, Yalesville 203-265-2829 “Debt Relief Agency” We help people file for relief under the bankruptcy code

JUNK REMOVAL

To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

Roofs R Us

“NEW LISTING”

WLFD Right on Center St. Ample parking, great exposure 1500SF w/full bsmt. Great opportunity to be right on Center. CAIR, conf rm, storage. A must see. $1250/mo. Call Kathy 203-265-5618

HOUSE CLEANING POLISH woman can clean your house, office with care. 2nd cleaning 15% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885

Call Kathy (203) 265-5618

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

C&M CONSTRUCTION HOMEMAKERS Companions, Personal Care Assistants /Home Health Aides Licensed, Bonded, Insured. IMPERIAL HOME HEALTH CARE, LLC 860-351-5298. www.imperialhhc.com

HOUSES FOR SALE

CLEANING SERVICE One Time Free Cleaning for new clients only. I’ll clean your house or office with a sparkle. Polish /English speaking. Bonded, ins. Free est. Anna (860) 299-6611

JACK Biafore, LLC Masonry Chimneys, brick, block, stone walls, patios. In business over 50 yrs. CT# 623849 (203) 537-3572

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

SIDING

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 12-3 80 AVERY AVENUE, MERIDEN New Construction! New Design! 2000SF! First flr open space. 3BRs, 2.5 baths, laundry rm on 2nd flr. Hdwd floors, finished off with granite. Walk-up bsmt with option for new studio or in-law apartment. $319,000.

FIDERIO & SONS

MERIDEN Lovely top flr remodeled 2BR Ranch, East side, open flr plan, remod bath, master w/walk in closet & dressing area, CAIR, sliders to deck & pool. $89,990. Kathy (203) 235-3300 MERIDEN Fabulous East side Duplex. Each unit offers 2BRs, casual LR & DR w/wood floors, updated kitchen & baths, new windows & roof, freshly painted and ready to move in. $229,900. Call Sue 203-235-3300

Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrooms, additions.

203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790

L & E PAINTING Spruce Up Your Home or Business! Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789 MIRKEL PAINTING Popcorn ceilings. Interiors from $125. All work fully warrantied. CT Reg #569864. Ed 203-824-0446

Gonzalez Construction Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.

Call 203-213-1219

HOUSES FOR SALE

203-639-0032 Fully licensed/insured. CT Reg.# 577319

MERIDEN Houses for sale, rent or lease purchase. Visit our website at www.galleriahouses.com or call 203-671-2223 Galleria Real Estate

MERIDEN Spectacular Townhouse condo in a quiet private location. Features nice kitchen, living room, dining area, 2BRs, 2.1 baths, 1 car garage. Mint! Call Sil Sala for details. Priced right, $189,900. (203) 235-3300

WALLINGFORD

SNOW PLOWING

“New Listing” PLUMBING

DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1

L & E PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Snow Plowing Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg. #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

203-294-9889 Fahey Plumbing & Heating Quality ● Clean/Neat ● Honest! A guaranteed job at a good price! Days, Nights, Wknds - Same Price

203-235-1383

WALLINGFORD $149,9000 Handyman special; 2family w/store front, possible 3 family house. Some remodeling done, separate utilities. Call Brian Miller 203-265-5618

2BR 2 bath 1704SF, completely remodeled kitchen, granite counter, solid oak cabinet, 3yr old furnace, HW flrs, 2 fireplaces. Addt’l 400SF finished basement. Asking $295,900

HELP WANTED

Call Al (203) 265-5618

www.ICEFIGHTERS.org Expert De-Icers Commerical Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn

COSTUME Characters wanted to promote local business 3-4 days a week. North Haven. 203-234-2889.

Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

MEDICAL CAREERS MONDAY-FRIDAY Days Only Medical Oncology & Hematology, P.C., a prestigious practice, with 8 office locations throughout the New Haven County seeks self-motivated, take-charge individuals to join our Waterbury and Meriden offices. This is an excellent opportunity for long term success with an established, stable and successful practice. 1143621

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST - FT/PT Collects samples and performs lab testing and interprets results according to established lab policies and procedures. MT/MLT Hematology. Excellent oral and written communication skills, customer service and the ability to multi-task are essential. Knowledge of Polytech or similar laboratory software a plus; 1-3 years previous experience is necessary.

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Copying, mailing and faxing record requests to other medical facilities according to company policies and procedures, pulling charts 1-2 days prior to an appointment according to daily schedule, organizing papers, lab results, hospital reports, office visits, etc. into patient charts, filing medical histories and other information in patient charts in proper order following department guidelines, responding to STAT requests with appropriate follow through.

Local Job/Home every day Dedicated Fleet/Dedicated Pickups and Deliveries Great Earning Potential Steady work/New equipment North Haven, CT domicile (T/T DRIVER W/ 1 YR. EXPER) COWAN SYSTEMS, LLC (800) 882-6926 www.cowansystems.com

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MARKETER Earn income being a Liberty Tax Service Marketer. America’s tax service needs your help. Call for more information. 203-234-2889. National Filter Media Laser Machine Operator Computer & Auto Sketch software experience helpful $9.00/ hour to start. Full Benefits. Hours 6:30am - 3:00pm M-F Please apply within 9 Fairfield Blvd Wallingford

Plumbing & Mechanical Inspector Part-Time

City of Meriden Responsible code enforcement and inspection work involved in examining plumbing and mechanical installations to assure conformity with applicable plumbing and mechanical codes. HS or trade school diploma or the equiv. plus three yrs. exp in plumbing and mechanical systems installation and maintenance incl. two yrs exp. at the journey level. Must possess a valid P-1 or S-1 Unlimited Contractor’s License or P-2 or S-2 journeyman’s lic. for a min. of two yrs. Must have certification by the State of CT as Plbg/Mech. inspector and or cert. as Assist Bldg. Off. Must have a valid CT Class 3 driver’s license. Send resumes/apps. to

Personnel Dept., City Hall 142 E. Main St. Last date to apply Friday January 14, 2010. E.O.E

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Aerospace mfg facility seeking person with ability to quote small components and assy’s and generate process sheets. Knowledge of Mastercam would help. Email resume to walter@bntool.com or call 860665-0134

Greets and directs patients to the blood drawing station, obtains blood sample following all laboratory regulations, filing of patients CBC reports into patient charts.

US Census Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer HELP WANTED

News Writer Freelance opportunity for individuals interested in covering local events and meetings in Berlin on an assigned basis. Experience preferred. Photography a plus. Write for your local newspaper and get to know your community better. Please submit a resume and writing sample to : news@theberlincitizen.com

SECURITY GUARD 3rd SHIFT Full Time Sunday to Thursday 11:30 PM - 7:30 AM Must have 6 months security experience. Must have valid driver’s license - must meet requirements to obtain a security clearance. Very good benefits package including Medical and Dental insurance, 401K and Pension Plan. Apply in person at: Kaman Aerospace Kaman Precision Products 217 Smith Street Middletown, CT 06457 EEO/AAP/M/F/D/V

MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK

Excellent oral and written communication skills, customer service and the ability to multi-task are essential. Knowledge of IDX or Medical Manager a plus; knowledge of medical records work procedures, experience with MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook and one - three years previous medical records experience is necessary. High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Our company offers a competitive salary and benefit plan including medical/dental, flexible spending account, paid time off, holidays, 401K with employer match, profit sharing, flexible schedules and more. Interested candidates please fax resume and include salary requirements to:

Human Resources at (203) 389-7635 or email employment@mohmd.com

HELP WANTED

EOE M/F/D/V www.mohmd.com

SUPER Customer Service Reps Wanted Speed Staffing LLC is now accepting applications for current and future Full Time/Part Time TELEPHONE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES. Various shifts available. Candidates should have 1 year prior customer service exp, preferably in a call center environment. The candidates must also have a clear speaking voice, typing & computer skills and a pleasant phone personality. Candidates must also be reliable, courteous, conscientious, and flexible. Bilingual is a plus, especially Spanish and French-Canadian. If interested, please call 203379-0390 or apply in person between 10am and 2:00pm, M-F at Fosdick Fulfillment Corp, located at 26 Barnes Road North, Wallingford, Ct 06492 TEACHERS - Full Time CDA Minimum Experience 3-6 Closer with exp. Call Precious Cargo 203-265-0055. WAIT STAFF - Day and night shifts available, experienced only. Apply in person: Athenian II Diner, 864 Washington St, Rt 66, Middletown.

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CERTIFIED NURSES AIDES

CNA/HHA NEW ENGLAND HOME CARE is seeking CNAs and Home Health Aides with a minimum of 6 months experience for a pediatric group home in Meriden. Previous experience in a group home with physically and emotionally challenged children preferred. All shifts available. Earn up to $12.00 per hour based on experience. Must have a current CT CNA certificate. To schedule an appointment to apply, please call:

800-286-6300 ext. 3902 or fax your resume to the HR Department 860-613-3777 or email to: employment@newenglandhomecare.com E/E/O/C/M/F/V/D Drug Screen/Criminal Background Check Required

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Part-time & Per-diem openings Experience preferred but not required. Free Medical and Dental for part-time openings.

RNs Case Manager/Pediatric FT/PT/PD positions avail in the Middletown/Newington/ Meriden/Berlin areas.

Please apply in person at:

Wadsworth Glen

LPNs

30 Boston Road Middletown, CT 06457 (860) 346-9299 Phone (860) 343-5030 Fax

Pediatric/QA FT/PT/PD positions avail in the Middletown/Newington/ Meriden/Berlin areas. Home care exp. a must!

INFECTION CONTROL NURSE Part-time, 20 hours per week. Must have experience in infection control. Free Medical and Dental as well as many other benefits.

PHYSICAL THERAPIST FT / PT / PD positions avail in all areas. Very Competitive Rates! Home care exp. preferred!

Please apply in person at:

Wadsworth Glen

Family Care Visiting Nurse

30 Boston Road Middletown, CT 06457 (860) 346-9299 Phone (860) 343-5030 Fax

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JOB LOT

Ocean State Colgate Total Toothpaste

7.8 oz - Asst. flavors

Comp. $4.29

All Snuggle Blankets Comp. $20

15” x 30” Boot Tray

First Alert Rechargeable Flashlight Built in nite lite

All sizes

Our Reg Price

Microfiber Sheet Sets 2 pack

All Cut & Bound Rugs

x x x x x x

6’ ....................Our Reg $7............Now $5.25 5’ ....................Our Reg $12.......... Now $9.00 6’ ....................Our Reg $18.........Now $13.50 8’ Area Rug ....Our Reg $30.........Now $22.50 9’ Area Rug ....Our Reg $40........Now $30.00 12’ Area Rug ..Our Reg $80-$90...Now $60-$67.50

30% OFF ALL RUG UNDERLAY!

JUST ARRIVED!

King............$15

Zippered 2 Pk Pillow Protectors

Famous Mall Store Closeout! Ladies Better Tops

Standard..................$4 Queen.......................$5 King...........................$6

Super soft & comfortable cotton knit - 3/4 & long sleeves

Comp. $20

2 Pk Pillowcases

Your Choice

Arlington™ by Sunbeam® Heated Blankets

Cut to fit any size!

100% polyester - 1x - 3x Comp. $15

Queen.........$15

Twin, Full/Queen, or King

Twin...............................$15 Full/Queen...................$17 King...............................$20

Embellished 1/2 zip microfleece

Full..............$15

Microfiber Reversible Comforters

Plaids & prints

Ladies Fleece Tops

Twin............$10

Premium Flannel Comforters

Just My Size®

Fleece Sheet Sets

Twin 2 Pk...... 13 $ Full 2 Pk........ 15 $ Queen 2 Pk..... 20 $ King 2 Pk....... 20

Set

Choose from berber, residential, commercial & plush 2’ 3’ 4’ 5’ 6’ 9’

Sale Dates: January 14 - January 20, 2010

Flannel Sheet Sets

25% OFF

STORE HOURS! Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 9am-8pm

Comp. $24.97

180 200 300 400 600

Coral Fleece Blankets

thread thread thread thread thread

ct....................$2.50 ct..........................$4 ct..........................$5 ct..........................$5 ct..........................$7

Ladies Fleece Tops Great colors!

Coral Fleece Throws

100% polyester microfleece

Super soft plush microfiber

Comp. $24

with lighted control 30% off our reatil

7’10”

Capri Collection

560,000 Points of Yarn Per Sq Meter Durable frise yarn creates the look of a hand carved rug at a fraction of the price!

2’x4’ ..................$15 2’4’x4’10” ..........$20 2’7”x4’1” ............$20 2’2”x7’10” ..........$30 3’11”x5’10” ........$40 5’3”x7’3” ............$60

• 3” memory foam • 5” eco-friendly soy base hi density foam • 2” high performance quilting foam

250

Famous Maker Winterweight & Contractor Jackets

1999

$15 Premium Kids Winter Gloves

$20 Premium Ladies Winter Gloves

1143715

THINSULATE

LINED WATERPROOF

18” Poly Snow Shovel with Built-in Wear-Strip

18” Poly Snow Shovel...... Ice & Snow Melter 20 Lb Blend Melts up to -15ºF

18”x30” Mohawk Rubber Mats

50 Lb Calcium Chloride Ice Melter Melts up to -25ºF

Comp. $20

Astroturf & Rubber Door Mats Assorted Styles

Comp. $23

$ WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!

Emergency Car Shovel •Extendable handle saves space

4 $ 16

C. 48” Extendable Snowbroom & Ice Scraper

Ice Scraper

Professional Series Kettle Bells

$10 - $24 Your Choice

SAVE 50-66% Hanes Thermal Underwear Comp. $10-$15

Comp. $60

40 60 70

Also Available:

5 Lbs - Comp. $15 ....................................................$8 10 Lbs - Comp. $30 ................................................$16 15 Lbs - Comp. $40 ................................................$22 20 Lbs - Comp. $50 ................................................$30 Neoprene & Hex Dumbbells Neoprene Dumbbells 1 lb .....................1.59 2 lb .....................2.69 3 lb .....................3.69 5 lb .....................5.99 8 lb .....................9.59 Hexagon Dumbbells

Save 63% on Cosco Commercial Type II Work Platform

Hexagonal shape prevents rolling

12 lb ..................10.99 15 lb ..................12.69 20 lb ..................15.99

2 Door Audio/Video Cabinet 23”w x 19”D x 54”H

Snow Brush & Ice Scraper

Comp. $129.99

• 225 lb rating • 3 extra wide slip resistant steps • Folding utility tray with tool holder

Comp. $107

Your Choice

650

Your Choice

Comp. $90

Comp. $80

A. 54” Extendable Pivoting Snow Broom •Snowbrush, ice scraper & squeegee all in one tool! •Folds flat for storage B. 42” Extendable Snowbroom with Ice Chisel® Scraper

Bird Feeder E-Z Fill Scoop....$2

18”x30”

Your Choice

Mens’ & Ladies Dorm Pants

Crews, Henley, Tops & Pants M-2XL

Your Choice

100% cotton flannel or knit

Your Choice

Rubber backing assorted styles

NEW SHIPMENT!

Values to $100 Our reg. $30

Coir® Welcome Mats

Made in Turkey

Comp. $40

Active jackets found in pro shops & specialty stores

Comp. $25 Your choice

Cable knit, crew neck, 100% acrylic, S - 2XL

$25 Mens & Ladies Genuine Leather Gloves

All purpose sunflower or mixed seed feeder

Ladies Resort Tops

Lots of moisture management styles

Designer Label Mens Sweaters

Two styles to choose from: All purpose sunflower/mixed seed or thistle seed finch feeder

Gazebo Feeder

Crews or Pants

Tube Feeders

Single Cake Suet Feeder....2.25

Famous Maker Heavyweight Sweats

Comp. $20 - $24 Your choice

Single Tube Comp. $19.97

• Largest cake made! More Value For Your Money • 4 popular flavors

HUGE 23”x9’2” Comp. $30

100% polyester microfleece - Anti-pill

SquirrelProof Bird Feeder

Jumbo 13 oz Suet Cakes

Full - 53"x75" ................. 100 $ Queen - 60"x80" .......... 125 $ King - 76"x80" .............. 150

Egyptian Rug Runners

Mens & Ladies Winter Fleece Loungewear

Genoa Collection Area Rugs

Your Choice

Comp. $15

24”x40” Comp. $15

Made in Italy

Beautiful designs

Comp. $30 - $45 Your Choice

4 lb. Memory Foam 2 1/2” Thick

Made in India

Victoria Collection

336,000 Points of Yarn Per Sq. Meter 2’x4’ ......................$15 2’x7’3” ..................$25 3’3”x5’2” ..............$25 5’3”x7’3” ..............$50

25 lbs Thistle

Twin 38"x75"

An inch or two of low grade memory foam may be cheap - but it does not work!

20”x30”.........................$5 27”x45” .........................$8 22”x60” .....................$10

AVAILABLE IN MOST STORES

18”x30”

Full 53”x75”.........$300 Queen 60”x80”...$350 King 76”x80”.......$390

Fine Accent Rugs with Latex Back

2’x4’...................$25 2’2”x8’...............$20 3’3”x5’4”...........$60 5’5”x8’3”.........$150 7’9”x11’6”.......$300

Rubber Mats

Memory Foam Pillow

Twin- 38”x75”

30 day “No questions asked” guarantee! 20 year manufacturer’s warranty!

1,000,000 Points of Yarn Per Sq. Meter

640,000 Points of Yarn Per Sq. Meter 2’x4’ ........................$20 3’3”x5’4” ................$40 2’2”x8’ ....................$50 5’5”x8’3” ..............$100 7’9”x11’6” ............$200

(Contains 60% Sunflower)

That Actually Work!

Milano Area Rugs from Italy

Made in Italy

50 lbs Black Sunflower 40 lbs Signature Blend

Memory Foam Toppers

MADE IN USA

AVAILABLE IN MOST STORES

Twin..........................$15 Full/Queen ..............$18 King ..........................$20

10” Quilted Memory Foam Mattresses

5’3”

Made in Turkey

Finest Quality - 1 Million Point

Twin

Hard to find rounds at spectacular prices

17999

Comp. $70

Hoover® Elite® Rewind™ Vac Your Choice

Save 71% on Lite Solutions® 2 Step Stool

• Type II 225 lb rating • Aluminum Frame • Extra large top step Comp. $70

•24 Ft Retractable Cord •Full Feature Bagless Vac •Lifetime HEPA Filter Remanufactured

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Dirt Devil® Turbo Brush Canister Vac

We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards

•Floor brush included •Bagless design •Automatic cord rewind •Metal telescopic wands •Lightweight

Comp. $10 R

We accept A M E R I C A N E X P R E S S ® CARDS