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Just 6 percent vote as budget passes By Olivia L. Lawrence Associate Editor With very low voter turnout for the April 28 budget referendum, officials are once again pondering a more cost-effective way to run the polls. Voters approved the town’s proposed $66.5 million budget for fiscal year 20092010. The final vote from the town’s five districts was 496 “yes” votes and 352 “no” votes. Mayor Adam Salina explained the low turnout this way: “Any time there’s a controversial issue in which people are passionate they come out in large numbers…for the most part the budget process has been relatively quiet” due to the zero increase in taxes. “In difficult economic times, when people are struggling to pay bills, this small bit of relief was welcome.” He said in Plainville — a town where voters routinely turn down the budget in the first round of balloting — it passed the first time around this year. Plainville was pro-

posing a one mill increase and people saw that increase as “fair — given the economy,” Salina said. The Berlin referendum ended with a grand total of 848 votes or 6.4 percent of the eligible voters. Of those, 15 were absentee ballots. Typically, between 15 and 20 percent of eligible voters come out for the budget vote, according to the registrar of voters office. Late in the morning of the latest vote, just about one percent of eligible voters had made their way to the polls. At that point, Registrar of Voters Elizabeth Tedeschi called the turnout “horrible.” “This year is the lowest I’ve seen in a long time,” Salina said. There were no signs around town lobbying for a “yes” or “no” vote, little grumbling from the public at the budget hearing and only a handful of Letters to the Editor on the topic. Registrar of Voters Charles Warner ran through See Vote, page 13

Team Louie: 40 members strong By Robert Mayer Managing Editor Lou Fiducia was an open book. You knew exactly what he was thinking because he told you. He always had a smile on his face, loved life and loved his family. Laughing and smiling was what he did best and that smile is the reason his family and close friends will remember him See Team, page 12

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Ezra Welch strikes his best “Wolverine” pose. The East Berlin resident’s passion for comic books often leads him to super hero impersonation.

Welch greets ‘Wolverine’ opening By Olivia L. Lawrence Associate Editor The Wolverine was ready to spring into action last week in East Berlin. Super fan and superhero impersonator — or perhaps channeler is more accurate — Ezra Welch was in full-blown Wolverine mode in preparation for the May 1 opening of “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.” “It’s just for fun,” Welch said as he fastened on metal claws he’d made. To become the Wolverine, Welch has been growing out his sideburns and facial hair (much to his wife’s dismay), acquiring the requisite gear (sleeveless white T-shirt, leather jacket, boots) and tuning into his inner fierceness. That’s not too difficult for Welch who’s passionate about comics, superheroes, science fiction and collecting. An entire wall of his Bat Cave (that’s another passion) is hung with comic book art from Wolverine adven-

tures. He even has a copy of the comic where Wolverine made his first appearance” a 1974 Marvel #180 “The Incredible Hulk”. Welch’s lair is full of sculptures and models of Wolverine with the many depictions used to represent the character. “I’ve been a fan for 30 years,” Welch said. As to why he’s gone full force with this project, Welch said, “My youngest daughter came up with the idea. She said ‘Dad, can’t you do the Wolverine thing again for the movie’? Not a problem, for Welch who claims that Wolverine’s got the best costume of any Marvel character — rivaling Batman and Spiderman. Welch acquired or made nearly all the accoutrements needed “to become a Wolverine.” He made dog tags and claws and as the movie debut bore down, he was fine tuning the details (like the yellow stripes on the

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want to assure everyone that, contrary to any rumors that may have already spread, that there is no student or staff member at Berlin High School who has contracted the flu. It serves absolutely no purpose to spread rumors, which can easily create hysteria. Any student with concerns or questions, relative to this issue has a responsibility to seek information from the school nurses or the administrators of the school.” According to the Centers for Disease Control, swine influenza is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza viruses that causes regular outbreaks in pigs. People do not normally get swine flu, but human infections can and do happen. Swine flu viruses have been reported to spread from per-

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son-to-person, but in the past, this transmission was limited and not sustained beyond three people. So far, in Connecticut there have been three possible cases identified and about 90 throughout the country. There has been one confirmed fatal case. Several towns in the state closed schools after a students who’d recently been traveling exhibited symptoms. In Berlin, the parents of the teen who’d traveled with a church group on mission work to Central America closely followed developments there as they awaited her return. She’d been offered a face mask in the airport, but neither she nor the other students in her church group felt the need to take advantage of the protection. Once home, she said she wasn’t feeling well, but seemed to rally. “She came home and everything was fine and then the whole thing started Sunday night and it was not good,” said the mother. The family’s name is not being used as they have already experienced rumors and other negative reactions. Several other members of the church group had experienced fatigue and nausea, as well. The mother said it seemed to her that fatigue and dehydration were playing a major part in her daughter’s illness and she was not overly concerned about the swine flu connection as that illness is primarily a respiratory infection. Feeling better after a day of rest, the teen returned to school, but on her second day went home sick. By this time, the pastor involved with the group had asked all parents to check in with their child’s pediatrician. The mother called the doctor who was not worried, did not ask to see the child and simply gave advice on what symptoms to watch for – such as spiking a fever. “She never had a fever or any respiratory symptoms. It was all stomach related,” the mother said. The day she

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Swine flu has caused a wave of concern for health officials across the country who want to do everything they possibly can to contain the spread of the type A virus. Locally, schools sent home a letter advising parents on the topic. Meanwhile, one Berlin family faced those concerns when its child returned from travel to one of the places identified as a hotspot. Meribeth Longyear, administrator at the Berlin Visiting Nurse Association said there were not any incidents of students sick with flu and there was not any discussion of closing the schools. She is depending on daily updates from the health district for guidance for the school nurses. She said a letter went out to parents May 1 explaining the situation and advising them on prevention. The letter, developed by the state Department of Public Health and signed by Dr. Richard Goldberg stated: “At this time, the state and local health departments have advised us that students can continue to attend school as long as they are not sick and do not have flu-like symptoms.”Those symptoms include fever over 100 degrees, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose. Also, sometimes experienced with swine flu: muscle pain, fatigue, vomiting or diarrhea.” If a child is experiencing symptoms, he or she should stay home until feeling better for two days. The letter said the schools were working with local health officials as to the best cleaning practices for infection control should a case of swine flu occur. “While the current situation does not warrant school closure, if a confirmed case of swine flu is reported in a school, we may close that school for several days,” the VNA letter stated. Superintendent of School Michael Cicchetti said at this time there are no probably or confirmed cases of swine flu in the Berlin school districts.

Berlin High School Principal George Synnott addressed the school body April 29 amid rumors of swine flu in Berlin. His said no person at the school had contracted swine flu. He requested that students not start rumors about Berlin students having Swine Flu, as this only tends to cause panic amongst the school community and is not productive in preventing an actual outbreak. He also said “Let me be perfectly clear that our school and district has a plan in place to deal with any possible flu epidemic. I also

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came home from school she was “all achy and shaky.” The mother said the school nurse was supportive and aware that rumors had started in regards to the situation. The mother said the media hype was making the situation worse than it needed to be. The CDC states: The symptoms of swine flu in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people have reported diarrhea and vomiting associated with swine flu. In the past, severe illness (pneumonia and respiratory failure) and deaths have been reported with swine flu infection in people. Like seasonal flu, swine flu may cause a worsening of underlying chronic medical conditions. Synnott said to help prevent the spread of this virus that anyone possessing information about a student who may have contracted swine flu, should contact an administrator, or school health official immediately, instead of passing this information on to other students. Also, the staff and students are advised to be vigilant about health and hygiene practices. For example, “washing hands is the most important thing that we can all do to help prevent the spread of viruses like the swine flu.”

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German school named for late Berlin resident Special to The Citizen

Rehlingen, Germany has named its newly expanded high school after a noted Central Connecticut State University language professor and scholar, the late Dr. Lothar Kahn. Among attendees at the dedication were Kahn’s son Geoffrey and daughter Leslie, both former

residents of Kensington, where their family resided for many years. When Lothar Kahn was born in the Saarland town of Rehlingen in 1922, the area was occupied by France following World War I. He lived there until the mineral richSaarland was returned to Germany in 1935. The family moved from Germany to

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Youth hopes to make Law and Order cut By Robert Mayer Managing Editor

Tommy Rogan, 9, a third grader at Hubbard Elementary School is hoping he makes the cut. Rogan went to his second gig as an actor and may make the season finale of “Law and Order SVU” as a background actor. He got the call for a mother and son, aged 8 to 11, so he and his mother, Donna, a part-time registered nurse made their way to Coney Island last week. “My daughter, Sara, is 4 and she’s really cute so we decided to look into an agency,” Donna Rogan said. “We went to Norwalk to check out Interface Modeling. We had to get photos taken and they were very expen-

sive. Tommy, just kind of came along for the ride but when he learned he could make money doing this, he wanted to do it as well.” Tommy’s first gig was on the set of “Nurse Jackie” a Showtime show featuring Edie Falco of the Soprano’s. He made $85 for his work in Central Park in New York. He has also worked on a Gap modeling campaign. “We were skeptical about this when we started,” Donna Rogan said. “The photos we needed to have taken were expensive, but we felt it was worth the experience. We went to a lot of seminars where they told us the ins and outs of the business and we still don’t know much. We found out we needed a work permit to work in New York. We also found out that 125

percent of the money earned goes straight into a trust fund. For us, we put 100 percent in a trust fun for them so that wasn’t a big deal. It’s kind of funny that we started this for Sara but he’s been getting all the calls. I think it is due to his age. It’s a little easier to work with someone his age versus Sara’s. “We were pretty excited when we got the call for “Law and Order,” we watch it all the time,” Donna Rogan said. “We worked mostly with IceT and Richard Belzer and they were awesome and extremely friendly and very approachable. I was hoping we would work with Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni because they are our favorites but it was ok. Tommy played with Mariska’s son Austin. They played soc-

Tommy Rogan of Berlin poses with Law and Order stars Ice-T and Richard Belzer in between takes of the popular television show. cer with a beach ball. In between takes, she would say ‘I need an APB on Austin.’ It was nice to see that these actors are real people.” Another perk for Rogan was the show opened up the park at Coney Island just for filming and he was able to go

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Manzi Foundation keeps Joe’s memory alive by giving By Olivia L. Lawrence Associate Editor

one.” Joseph Manzi died in an accident at age 23 but, through the strength of the foundation built on Joe Manzi his memory, his generous spirit lives on in a multitude of ways. His mother remembers a young man that “was well liked…everybody knew Joey…and people give willingly even in this economy.”

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Beverly Manzi is surprised at the way the Joseph Manzi Foundation has grown in the past seven years — and yet not surprised. “It just evolved…” she said of the annual golf tournament that allowed the orgainization to distribute a $500 scholarship its first year. “…without our ever realizing we would continue with it.” The surprising aspect is that her family, with the help of foundation members and the community, have grown a philanthropic organization that makes a major impact on local organizations. More than $35,000 has been donated to groups such as the town’s volunteer fire companies, the Berlin-Kensington YMCA, the FIRST Robotics team, the local Rotary Club, the police department, the high school golf team, the Berlin Junior Women’s Club and the Special Olympics to name a few. “We never thought it would come to this,” Beverly Manzi said. The foundation is preparing for the 7th Annual Joseph Manzi Golf Tournament at Timberlin Golf Course June 26. The part that isn’t surprising is that people who knew “Joey” — or perhaps only heard about him — want to get involved in the giving. “People really, really care and they want to help and want the foundation to be successful and continue,” Manzi said. After the first year, the 2003 tournament, the foundation was able to provide a $500 scholarship. “It snowballed from there,” Beverly Manzi said. Before long, it was $1,000 — between the golf tournament, private donations and fundraisers — and now it has grown to a point where the board of directors is making serious commitments to com-

munity needs. For instance, the foundation sponsors the Berlin High School boys and girls golf team and pays for all their expenses. It gives money to the police department for various programs it is promoting, such as D.A.R.E. and, currently, the child car seat safety program. “He was a good kid,” said Manzi, Joseph Manzi’s mother. His father is Anthony Manzi and his younger brother is Anthony. “He was the type of young man who did a lot for the community and loved to do good for any-

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mitted within two years of the grant award and so “we have a little time to come up with a suitable project.” Last week Governor M. Jodi Rell announced that the state will distribute nearly $9 million in federal stimulus funds to 143 municipalities for energy efficiency projects under a block grant plan the Rell administration is submitting to the legislature for review. The EECBG plan must go before the Legislature’s Appropriations and Energy committees for a public hearing. The state must submit the block grant proposal to the United States Department of Energy by May 26. The Governor said the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants are in

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The Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled a tailgate flea market for Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the church parking lot, rain or shine. Rental fee is $20 each or two spaces for $30. Space is approximately 9 feet by 18 feet. Admission is free to the public. For more information and an application, call the church office at (860) 828-6586. The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled the 2nd annual 50’s Drive-In for Sunday, May 31 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Rain date is June 7. Christian Education members will take your hot dog or hamburger dinner order right at your car in 50’s dress. Dinner is $6, milk shakes, $2. Many customers arrive in classic cars to partake in this

event. For more information, call (860) 828-6586. Free Tot Time is scheduled to meet every Thursday from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Berlin Congregational Church. No registration is needed. The morning includes craft time, play time, snacks, juice and holiday parties. For more information on events at the Berlin Congregational Church, call Caroll Cyr at (860) 828-6586.

Forever Young Club The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Friday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin for a Healing Mass. All members and Sacred Heart and St. Paul parishioners are welcome. Refreshments will be served in Father Carroll Hall. A short meeting will follow the Mass.

United Methodist The United Methodist Churches of East Berlin and Kensington have scheduled the annual Spring Buffet Dinner for Saturday, May 16 at the East Berlin Church, 139 Main St. Two sittings, at 5 and 6:30 p.m., are planned. Menu includes baked ham, roast turkey, Swedish meatballs, salads, devilled eggs, pickled beets, baked beans, home baked pies and beverages. Adults are $9, children (6-12) $4.50 and children 5 and under, $1. For more information and reservations, call (860) 828-5440.

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Kensington Congregational The Kensington Congregational Church Christian Education program has scheduled a Parent/Child playgroup for Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The group meets on a “drop in” basis, in the crib room in the Reeves Center. All children, from infants to preschoolers, are welcome. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.

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Donald Phillip Yale, 71, of New Britain, loving husband of Beverly J. (Embry) Yale, died April 26, 2009 at home. Born in Middletown, the son of the late Robert L. Yale Sr. and the late Catherine (Cunningham) Yale, he attended Berlin High School and was employed at The Hospital for Special Care for 32 years before his retirement. He was a member of Berlin Congregational Church, and was an avid Yankees fan. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert L. Yale Jr. and his wife Marjorie of Northboro, Mass. and Richard and Mary Ann Yale of Berlin; a sister and brother-in-law, Eleanor and Gilbert Austin of Rockville, Md. and many nieces and nephews. Services were held May 1, 2009 at Berlin Congregational Church. Burial was in Middlefield Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Connecticut Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association, 27 Allendale Drive, North Haven, Connecticut 06437. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting the family.

The Friends of Berlin Animal Control has opened a pet food pantry, which will remain open as long as the donations continue and the need is there. Those in the community in need of animal food may call (860) 828-5287, ext. 1; all information will remain confidential. Residents may request certain brands, but we can not guarantee we will have them. After your information has been obtained we will schedule a time for you to come to the pet food pantry and pick up your supplies.

Chamber golf tournament The Berlin Chamber of Commerce is accepting registration for its 27th annual Berlin Chamber Open Golf Tournament scheduled for Monday, June 15 at Shuttle Meadow Country Club. The tournament format of play is a scramble with a shotgun start. The day includes registration at 11 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m., golf at 12:30 p.m. and dinner. Registration fee includes greens fee, cart, golf, lunch and dinner at the club with a gift bag donated by Chamber sponsors. Tournament contests include a “Hole in One” contest, team placement prizes, closest to the pin, longest drive and double your money. Proceeds from the tournament fund the William S. Thomson Memorial Scholarship. For more information, to participate, sponsor a tee sign, volunteer or make a donation, contact the Chamber at (860) 829-1033.

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Vote Continued from page 1 a few calculations of what it cost to run five polls. For instance, poll workers get an average $150 for the day and there were five at the senior center site alone. Each site must be equiped with phones and that’s $400 to $500. Setting up the halls and taking down costs about $400 for all sites combined. The American Legion Hall is rented for the occasion and that’s $300. Officials have to plan for 5,000 voters, just in case, and that’s how many ballots were ordered at 20 cents each. The referendum is non binding, the council has the final vote. Salina said the council uses the budget hearing as a litmus test to figure out if people are upset and what area of the budget they want to see changed and that input is considered before the council makes its final recommendation before the

public vote. “That’s why the public hearing is so important.” And if the budget doesn’t pass, then there is information about what area of the budget people are concerned about. However, when the budget passes, Salina said “If they’re happy and they vote — that’s a bonus.” Warner estimated it costs over $7,000 to run the budget referendum. “We could save $3000 at least if the vote were held in one place,” he said. However, the town charter doesn’t allow it for the budget referendum. The town has held votes in one place in the past, but this is only allowed for an ordinance or bond vote. In those circumstances, the reduction in the number of polling places can be made through a council vote. “We could run (the budget referendum) at one poll very easily,” Warner said. “It’s a fair question, when you take into account all spending thousands of dollars for 800 to vote,” said

Mayor Adam Salina, adding that he’d spoken with the registrars about the issue. At a time when the town is locked in a spending freeze to halt unbudgeted capital and construction items and “we’re doing all these things to scrape together funds here and there and then to spend thousands for referendum in times like this — the question does come up,” he said. Salina said he’d probably get criticized for suggesting it, but given the cost to bring the referendum forward for so few voters, it might be preferable to require a petition in order to send the budget on to referendum. Salina pointed out that three of the five polls are located in school buildings and “it’s a bit of a hassle trying to redirect activity and parking.” He said “I think we should look at going to one polling locations and I talked with both registrars and they think it’s a better idea and something we need to consider.”

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Library News Berlin-Peck Memorial Library

Drop-in Storytime Storytime, a half hour of stories, songs, flannel boards and a short movie, is available on a drop-in basis as follows: Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. for children ages 3 and up. Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. for children ages 3 and up. Thursday at 6:30 for family storytime and all ages. Storytime theme for May 12 through 14 is cars, trucks and things that go. Preschool storytime Storytime, a six week series of 30 minute programs with stories, flannel boards, fingerplays and a short film, is scheduled as follows: Mondays: 10:30 a.m. for 2 ½ to 3 ½ years with parent (registration required). Mondays: 11:30 a.m. for 1 ½ to 2 ½ years with parents

(registration required). Tuesdays: 10:30 a.m. for 2 ½ to 3 ½ years (registration required). Tuesdays: 1:30 p.m. for 3 ½ to 6 years – drop-in. Wednesdays: 10:30 for 3 years – drop in. Wednesdays: 11:30 a.m. for 1 ½ to 2 ½ with parent (registration required), Thursdays: 6:30 p.m. 3 ½ to 7 years – drop-in. Playtime Playtime is an opportunity for babies, toddlers and preschoolers to play and socialize together with parents in the meeting room of the library. It is held every Friday from 10 a.m. to noon. No registration is necessary. Friends of the BerlinPeck Memorial Library The Friends of the BerlinPeck Memorial Library have scheduled the Riverboat Ramblers for Wednesday, May 13 at 7 p.m. The Riverboat Ramblers are a mix of

New Orleans Jazz, Cajun, Calypso, Ragtime, Swing and Mardi Gras party music. The program is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Donations sought The Friends of the Library is looking for used book donations, especially children’s beginning to read and children’s chapter books. Berlin Memory Project Berlin-Peck Memorial Library needs your help to preserve memories from the past. Please share your favorite photos of growing up in Berlin, East Berlin and Kensington for the Berlin Memory Project. The library is creating a website honoring Berlin memories from those natives who remember it best. Please contact the reference desk by email to i l l b p m l @ l i b r a r yc o n n e c tion.info or call (860) 828-7125 to participate.

Berlin Free Library Hours Adult library hours: Monday, 2:30 to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. and Friday, 2:30 to 5 p.m. Children’s library hours: Wednesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. On Wednesday mornings “Morning Storytime” is offered from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. for pre-school children. It includes stories with fingerplay, songs, and a craft. An adult must attend the program with the children. On Wednesday evening children’s librarian, Martha Neault, invites you to “Twilight Tales”. Children are invited to attend every Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The children’s library is open on Fridays from 3 to 5 p.m.

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ABC Supply Co. Inc. moving to Berlin Turnpike ABC Supply Co. Inc.’s Berlin. branch is moving to a new location on Berlin Turnpike, making it easier for area contractors to get the exterior building products they need. The store will move from 61 Massirio Drive, where it has been located since 1997, to 554 Berlin Turnpike. The new store will open May 16. ABC Supply is the nation’s largest wholesale distributor of roofing in the United States and one of the nation’s largest distributors of siding, windows and other select exterior building products. The Berlin branch will continue to carry a complete assortment of commercial and residential roofing materials, windows, vinyl siding, decking, and the tools and

equipment contractors need. In addition, the branch will continue to give area builders, remodeling contractors and specialty contractors access to a team of experts and a portfolio of services designed to meet their unique needs. The new facility will include two buildings with more than 67,000 square feet of showroom and warehouse space, 12 loading docks and six drive-in doors. “The new facility will be much more convenient for contractors,” said branch manager Steve Parker Jr. “We’ll be right on the Turnpike, Routes 5 and 15, giving contactors easy-in/easy-out access. And we’ll have two more overhead doors, allowing contractors to quickly pull in, have their trucks

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The Berlin Republican Town Committee has scheduled a Mothers Day Pasta Super for Friday, May 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Spartan Athletic Club, 191 High Rd. Mothers eat for half price ($6). Adults are $12, children and mothers are $6 and children under 3 are free. For more information, call Anne at (860) 829-0260. 1099131

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Letters to The Editor Video Bug Chet replies To the editor: Great commentary on the past video stores. I was amazed that anyone still remembers The Video Bug. When I was reading The Citizen and saw the commentary, it was nice that people remembered us. At one time there were almost just as many video stores in town as nail salons. There was a video store where Blockbuster is now, also in Foodmart plaza, New Britain Road in Vandrilla Plaza, the two Galaxy stores, 7-eleven rented tapes, Gene Video on the Chamberlain Highway, Cinema Concepts in East Berlin, and of course, Video Bug. Once again, it was nice that people remember the smaller stores of the past. Thanks again for the memories. Chet Lapila

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Government Meetings

Monday, May 11 Economic Development, Town Hall Room 7, 7 p.m. Public Health Nursing Services VNA, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 Conservation Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 6:30 p.m. Veterans Commission, American Legion, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 13

Housing Authority, Marjorie Moore Village Community Room, 5 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Library Board Room, 7 p.m. Thursday, May 14 Commission for Persons with Disabilities, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 6:30 p.m. Parks and Recreation Commission, Community Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m.

To the editor: Do we really want socialized medicine in the United States? Let’s take a look at a few countries that have socialized medicine. In England, to pay for socialized medicine, one of the many items they pay tax on is a car radio. Everyone who has a radio in their car pays a tax on it. In Germany, if you have window screens on your home, the window screens are taxed every year to help pay for socialized medicine, so the Germans have removed the screens off their windows to save on taxes. In Canada, you pay around $120 for a 30 pack of beer, most of that is for taxes to pay for socialized medicine. If you need surgery, how would you like to wait in line for it? Many people die waiting for surgery in countries that have socialized medicine. So do we really want socialized medicine in the U.S. with this type of medical program and everything being taxed to pay for it? The middle class will go broke. President Obama’s plan is the federal government should run everything: the auto industry, banks, credit card companies, and many more. So what is it called, my fellow Americans? Socialism. Is that what we really want? I don’t think so. Hank Pustelnik Berlin

Stop talking on cell while driving To the editor: I wish the people who have to be on their darn cell phones would get either pulled over by the police or pull over on their own! I see so many of people too good to get either a hands free device or wait until they get home and get the messages from an answering machine. I feel life is much more important than some stupid phone call for a pizza or something along those lines. I, for one, refuse to even own a cell phone. Jay Ritter Berlin

Check out movies at the library To the editor: I have one comment in relation to Robert Mayer’s article about missing video rental stores. I don’t really understand

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Thursday, May 7, 2009 — The Berlin Citizen

Letters Continued from page 16 why anyone should be upset about the lack of rental stores. Why not borrow movies from the library? They are free and you only have to pay if you return them late, and the overdue fee is usually less than that of rentals. The checkout period is also usually longer than those of video rental stores. Finally, you don’t have to buy the films, so that they don’t take up extra space in your house, unless you lose them, of course. (Can you tell I work in a library?) Karen Vallee Kensington

Thanks for making tourney a success To the editor: The 4th annual golf tournament to benefit Berlin High Baseball was held Sunday May 3 at Timberlin golf course. Despite less than perfect weather the event was an overwhelming success with 148 golfers partcipating. There were also over 20 local businesses as sponsors or donors. The staff at Timberlin did an outstanding job despite the less than perfect weather. Our sincere thanks to Jeff Coderre and his courteous and professional staff, also to the food staff led by Remzi Asani. We would also like to thank The Berlin Citizen for their support in helping us with the pre-tournament stories and advertising. Our sincere thanks to these sponsors for their support this year: Timberlin Golf Course, Art Rich Photography, Berlin Police Union, Berlin Spirits, Central Ct Lawn Service, Civitillo Family, CT Baseball Academy, CL&P, Dattco, Deconti Family, Hadfields, Kostin, Ruffkess & Co., LTC Construction, Marzi Family, Mickey Finn’s, MHM Sports, New Britain Transportation, Ramar Hall, Lakeview Auto, Roger’s Marketplace, HP Hood, PepsiCola, Polar Beverage, Nabisco, Hartford Snack, Imperial Dist., Tilcon CT, Tomra of NA, Wellington Supply, Turnpike Liquors.

A special thanks to Morande Acura for providing the car and other gifts for the Hole in One Contest. We sincerely appreciate everyone that particpated in some way to help with this event, from the golfers to the many volunteers. We have reserved next year’s tournament at Timberlin, again on May 2. We hope to make it even better. See you all there again next year ! Friends of Berlin Baseball

Great job at spring concert To the editor: I recently attended my youngest nephew’s McGee Middle School annual spring concert. The concert was fabulous! Marlene Bradshaw has an array of administrative support, but she is the true catalyst. I cannot recall a jazz band so large in size and strength as well as the displayed enthusiasm from the Spartan band. My oldest nephew is approaching 16 years of age, and my niece is nearing “double digits.” Between countless concerts and sporting events, I am looking forward to an early retirement from this phase of auntie duties. Again, thank you Marlene Bradshaw for a truly enjoyable evening. McGee’s talented band members allowed us to briefly escape our dreary economic times and simply kick back and enjoy the music! Sue Gajda Kensington

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DeFronzo honored by UConn State Senator Donald J. DeFronzo (D-New Britain), Senate chair of the General Assembly’s Transportation Committee, was recognized by the University of Connecticut’s Department of Public Policy with its MPA Distinguished Alumni Award. “The Department of Public Policy prepares its students for service to the people of this state and to the country through quality education and interaction with talented faculty,” said Senator DeFronzo. “I’m honored to receive this award from this distinguished group.” An awards ceremony will be held beginning at 8:15 p.m.

at the Adam’s Mill Restaurant in Manchester. A dedicated public servant, Senator DeFronzo received his Masters in Public Administration from UConn in 1976. He was a community organizer for the Connecticut Association of Human Services in the late 1970s and was the executive director of the Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc. from 1996 to 2002. Senator DeFronzo served the people of Connecticut in the state’s Office of Policy & Management for 13 years, interrupted only by the four years—from 1989 to 1993—in which he served as mayor of

the City of New Britain. He has served as the state senator from New Britain from 2003 to the present and is an adjunct professor at Goodwin College in East Hartford. The mission of the UConn Department of Public Policy is to provide high quality policy analysis, program evaluation and survey research for investigating important public problems facing Connecticut and the nation. The department is committed to having the highest standards of instruction, scholarship and outreach through its academic programs.

Concert Review

Britney’s circus thoroughly entertaining By Robert Mayer Managing Editor The ticket said “The Circus, featuring Britney Spears” at the Mohegan Sun Arena. That should have been a clue. Nowhere on the ticket does it say Britney Spears “live” in concert, nor should it as Spears pushed through a 100 minute performance either singing over backing tracks or completely lip synching. That being said, “The Circus featuring Britney Spears” was extremely entertaining. The Pussycat Dolls opened the show with a 35 minute set and actually sang their own songs, albeit over pre-recorded tracks and not a band. While the stage was being changed performers from The Big Apple Circus entertained the crowd. Some were incredible, flipping and jumping and balancing much like a Cirque du Soleil act. Others, like the goofy clowns, could have been skipped entirely. Then it was time for the main act. The stage, mimicking a three-ring circus, took over almost the entire floor of the Mohegan Sun Arena. Spears entered from the top of the arena and performed “Circus” to the delight of the crowd, which ranged in age from three or four-years olds to senior citizens. The paparazzo’s favorite singer moved all over the stage, from one to the other, often helped by back-up dancers and props. To the side of the stage, a drummer, two guitar players and a keyboard player layered the music with a somewhat live take.

But it was like one video after another with choreographed dance routines and magic acts. At one point, Spears disappeared from a magician’s box only to pop up at another end of the stage for her next song. Many wondered why there was no interaction between the singer and the crowd. The answer was simple, she needed to keep up with the music track. She finally said hello to the fans when she slowed things down to sing “Everything.” She was given another microphone and sang a simple yet pretty version of the song while seated on an umbrella that spun and raised her up and down. She finished the song by kissing her two sons who were brought out for the ballad. Parents could be seen covering the eyes of some of the younger fans from an extremely suggestive and provocative video of “Sweet Dreams” played on the curtain during one of Spears’ costume changes, which numbered nearly a dozen. After getting the fans on their feet with “Do Something” and “Slave,” her dancers showed off their best work in small routines to some of the hottest pop hits of today by various artists. The final three songs, “Toxic,” “Baby One More Time” and “Womanizer” were a fitting end to the high-energy performance. It was an entertaining performance by Spears. The stage show and amazing tricks and stunts pulled off by the performers kept fans wondering what was coming next. It just would have been interesting to see what she sounds like when she really sings.

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Meetings The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, May 11 at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled to be the annual banquet on Tuesday, May 19 at San Souci Restaurant. Cost is $17 per person, payable to Berlin AARP Chapter 3035. Note on check entree preference of fish, chicken or roast pork and send to Barbara Dixon, 30 Percival Ave., Kensington 05037 by May 12. Classes The Senior Safe Driver classes, sponsored by Berlin

AARP Chapter 3035 are schedule for Wednesday and Thursday, May 27 and 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Center. Both classes must be attended to receive the coupon for car insurance premium discount. Fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. These are the final classes scheduled until the fall. For more information, call Barbara Dixon at (860) 8286295.

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Senior Calendar Monday, May 11 AARP, 10 a.m.; Exercise class, 10 a.m.; Mahjong, 10 a.m.; Brain food program, 10:30 a.m.; Bridge tournament, 12:30 p.m.; Setback tournament, 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 Painters drop in, 9:30 a.m.; Exercise class, 10 a.m.; Blood pressure screening, 12:45 p.m.; Social Security Online program, 1 p.m.; Movie, “North Country”, 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 Dental cleanings, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Ceramics class, 9:30 a.m.; Crafters group, 10 a.m.; Cribbage drop in, 1 p.m.; Quilters drop in, 1 p.m. Thursday, May 14 Dental cleaning, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Country/Western line dancing, 10 a.m.; Bingo, 1 p.m.; CFA Spring Social, 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Foot care (by appt. only). Friday, May 15 Yoga class 9:30 a.m.; Wii Bowling, 11:15 a.m.; Elder Law program, 1 p.m.; Bridge drop in, 1 p.m.; Foot care (by appt. only.)

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Alzheimer Support at Andrew House Healthcare An Alzheimer’s Support Group meeting is scheduled for every fourth Tuesday of the month at 3:30 p.m. at Andrew House Healthcare, 66 Clinic Drive, New Britain. For more information, call

The Southington MS Support Group meets at Bradley Memorial Hospital, 81 Meriden Ave., Southington at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month. For more information, contact Jennifer at (860) 426-0010. The Cromwell MS Support Group meets at Fox Glen Community Center, 123 West St., Cromwell from 1 to 3 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. For more information, contact Celeste at (860) 632-8730. For more information, visit www.ctfightsMS.org or call the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter at (800) FIGHT MS.

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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’s Scouting program and participate in camping, skiing, whitewater rafting, backbacking and more. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Open house – Mooreland Hill School, an independent, co-educational day school for grades five through nine, has scheduled a drop-in open house for May 7 and May 14 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. All are welcome. For more information, visit Mooreland.org. Varsity Boys Tennis – BHS vs. Southington at Southington, 3:45 p.m. Varsity Boys Golf – BHS vs. East Catholic, Cromwell, Xavier at Timberlin, 3:30 p.m. Varsity Boys Track – BHS vs. Fermi, Newington at BHS, 3:45 p.m.

Friday

Forever Young Club – The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Friday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin for a Healing Mass. All members and Sacred Heart and St. Paul parishioners are welcome. Refreshments

will be served in Father Carroll Hall. A short meeting will follow the Mass. Pasta supper – The BRTC has scheduled a Mother’s Day Pasta Supper for Friday, May 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Spartan Athletic Club, 191 High Rd. Adults are $12; mothers and children 3 to 12 are $6; children under 3 are free. For more information, call Anne at (860) 829-0260. Meeting — The Berlin Connection Exchange Club networking meeting is scheduled for every Thursday morning from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at Route 72 Diner, East Berlin. Join local business owners in exchanging referrals and building their businesses. For more information, call (860) 680-2972. Varsity Baseball – BHS vs. SMSA at Colt Park, 3:45 p.m. Varsity Softball – BHS vs. SMSA at Sage Park, 7 p.m.

Saturday

Bake Sale – Boy Scout Troop 41 has scheduled a bake sale for Saturday, May 9 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CVS on Farmington Avenue. Proceeds benefit the troops programs and camping trips. Berlin Historical Society Museum – The Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., (at the corner of Peck Street), is open every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. New collections include vintage bridal gowns, antique dolls and art work by noted Berlin residents. Permanent displays include a collection of tinware, bricks and more. Admission is free. Bottle and can drive – Boy Scout Troop 44 has scheduled a bottle and can drive for Saturday, May 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the A&P Super FoodMart. Funds raised benefit troop activities. For more information or to arrange pick up of bottles, call (860) 8291258. Car wash - Berlin Band

Parents Association has scheduled its annual car wash for Saturday, May 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Berlin High School. All vehicles are $5. Decorating CommitteeThe All Night Graduation Party Decorating Committee needs your help! Any parents of seniors are welcome to come and help make decorations for the party. We are scheduled to work each Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon and Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and at Willard Elementary School in the basement. For more information, contact Barb Jurczyszak (860) 829-0169 or Rose Swenton (860) 828-7629/ cell (860) 9442471. Stamp out hunger Letter carriers are scheduled to collect non-perishable food donations along their routes for delivery to local food banks on Saturday, May 9. This is in conjunction with the national “Stamp Out Hunger: drive Please place your food donation by your mailbox before your mail is delivered. Race in the Park – The annual CT Race in the Park, to raise awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer, is scheduled for Saturday, May 9 at Walnut Hill Park, New Britain. The event features a 5K run, 4K walk, 1 mile walk, kid’s challenge and much more. For more information, visit www.ctraceinthepark.org. Varsity Lacrosse – BHS vs. Shelton at Sage Park, 1 p.m.

Sunday

Pancake Breakfast Boy Scout Troop 24 has scheduled its annual pancake breakfast and raffle for Sunday, May 10 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the VFW Post on Massario Drive. Adults are $6, children under 6 are $3.

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Monday

Ladies Auxiliary - The Ladies Auxiliary 10732 are scheduled to meet Monday, May 11 at 6:45 p.m. at the Post on Massirio Drive. Officers have been elected and plans will be made for the Installation. Plans for the Tag Sale, our major fundraiser, will be finalized. The tag sale is planned for Saturday, June 27. Start cleaning out your garages, closets and cellars. Please bring one small flat of flowers or veggies for a plant swap at the meeting. All wives, spouses, children of Foreign War veterans are invited. Varsity Softball – BHS vs. Hale Ray at Sage Park, 7 p.m. Varsity Lacrosse – BHS vs. Windsor at Sage Park, 7 p.m. Varsity Boys Golf – BHS vs. Rocky Hill, Plainville at Timberlin, 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday

Willard Community Organization – Willard Community Organization is scheduled to meet Tuesday, May 12 at 7 p.m. in the art room at Willard Elementary School. All parents are welcome. For more information, call Karen Bengiovanni at (860) 8283220 or Robin Evans at (860) 828-4555. Playgroup - The Kensington Congregational Church Christian Education program has scheduled a Parent/Child playgroup for Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The group meets on a “drop in” basis, in the crib room in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. All children, from infants to preschoolers, are welcome. For more information, call (860) 828-4511. Decorating CommitteeThe All Night Graduation Party Decorating Committee needs your help! Any

parents of seniors are welcome to come and help make decorations for the party. We are scheduled to work each Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and each Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon at Willard Elementary School in the basement. Come and join us and have some fun! For more information, contact Barb Jurczyszak (860) 8290169 or Rose Swenton (860) 828-7629/ cell (860) 944-2471. 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. Troop 44 offers a full scouting program including outdoor adventures such as camping, fishing and hiking, as well as opportunities to earn merit badges and pursue advancements towards the Eagle rank. Boys 11 to 18 are eligible to join. For more information, call Troop Committee Chair Ed Como, (860) 8291258.Spaghetti dinner – The American Legion in Berlin has scheduled an allyou-can-eat spaghetti dinner for Tuesday, April 14 from 5:30 top 7 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. Dinner includes spaghetti and meatballs or sausage, salad, Italian bread, dessert, and beverages. Profits benefit the Legion’s civic activities. Varsity Girls Tennis – BHS vs. St. Paul Catholic at BHS, 3:45 p.m. Varsity Girls Golf – BHS vs. East Catholic at Minnechaug GC, 3 p.m. Varsity Boys, Girls Track - BHS vs. Plainville, RHAM at BHS, 3:45 p.m.

Wednesday

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Thursday, May 7, 2009 — The Berlin Citizen The Friends of the BerlinPeck Memorial Library have scheduled the Riverboat Ramblers for Wednesday, May 13 at 7 p.m. The Riverboat Ramblers are a mix of New Orleans Jazz, Cajun, Calypso, Ragtime, Swing and Mardi Gras party music. The program is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Decorating CommitteeThe All Night Graduation Party Decorating Committee needs your help! Any parents of seniors are welcome to come and help make decorations for the party. We are scheduled to work each Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and each Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon at Willard Elementary School in the basement. Come and join us and have some fun! For more information, contact Barb Jurczyszak (860) 8290169 or Rose Swenton (860) 828-7629/ cell (860) 944-2471. Varsity Baseball – BHS vs. East Catholic at East Catholic, 4 p.m. Varsity Softball – BHS vs. East Catholic at Sage Park, 7 p.m. Varsity Boys Tennis – BHS vs. East Catholic at Wickham Park, Manchester, 3:45 p.m. Varsity Girls Tennis – BHS vs. East Catholic at BHS, 3:45 p.m. Varsity Girls Golf – BHS vs. East Catholic at Minnechaug GC, 3 p.m.

Thursday

Open house – Mooreland Hill School, an independent, co-educational day school for grades five through nine, has scheduled a drop-in open house for May 14 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. All are welcome. For more information, visit Mooreland.org. Varsity Lacrosse – BHS vs. West Haven at WHHS, 7 p.m. Varsity Boys Golf – BHS vs. St. Paul Catholic, Northwest Catholic at Timberlin, 3:30 p.m. Varsity Boys, Girls Track - BHS vs. Morgan at BHS, 3:45 p.m.

Friday

Movie Night at the Firehouse - The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department has scheduled its first annual family movie night for Friday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the firehouse, 880 Farmington Ave. The event includes a movie, popcorn and hot dogs. Adults are $8, children (10 and under) are $5. Bring a beverage and a chair. Deadline to register is Monday, May 11. For more information, call (860) 828-5175 or visit kensingtonfirerescue.org/movienight. Social Connections – Social Connections, a social group for singles, has scheduled a Singles 50s, 60s, 70s dance at Nuchie’s, 164 Central St., Bristol from 8 p.m. to midnight. Evening features a buffet from 8 to 9:30 p.m., a DJ and door prizes. Casual dress. Admission is $15. For more information, call Gail at (860) 582-8229. Varsity Baseball – BHS vs. Plainville at Cooperstown, N.Y., 1:15 p.m. Varsity Softball – BHS vs. Plainville at Alumni Field, 7 p.m. Varsity Girls Tennis – BHS vs. Plainville at Plainville, 3:45 p.m. Varsity Girls Golf – BHS vs. Simsbury, Avon, Northwest Catholic at Goodwin Park, 3 p.m.

Buzz Around Berlin Titantic sails again

The third graders at Hubbard School studied the Titanic and recently had a “Titanic Day.” The third graders were given a person’s name from the ship and acted their parts during the day, including eating together in first, second or third class.

Brownies at the bank Berlin Brownie Troop 6381 visited TD Banknorth on Farmington Avenue recently to help the scouts earn their Penny Power Try-It badge. TD Banknorth employees, Erin Higbee, head teller, and Tiffany Gaudreau, hosted the program. The scouts toured the bank, learned about savings and checking accounts, participated in a scavenger hunt, learned about counterfeit money, discussed video surveillance and saw a coin counter

demonstration. Pictured, from left: MacKenzie Nadeau, Karlena Tyburski, McKenna Evans, Cassidy Gorneault, Emily

Caracoglia, Emily West, TD Banknorth employee, Tiffany Gaudreau, Madison Monroe, Alexa Monroe and Sherilyn Tyburski.

Saturday

Golf tournament – The Kensington-Berlin Sunrise Rotary Club has scheduled its 2nd annual Round of Rotary Golf Scramble for Saturday, May 16 at Timberlin Golf Course. Tee times begin at 1:30 a.m. Fee is $99 per person and includes golf, carts, breakfast or lunch and more. Proceeds benefit Rotary projects. Sponsorships are available as well as packaged costs for twosomes, foursome, etc. For more information, contact Ryan Zelek at (860) 944-5222 or ryan.zelek@mygreensupply.com.

Locks of Love Kimberly Tencza, 11, was inspired to donate her hair to Locks for Love after her cousin did the same. With the help of Carla from Fran’s Hair Studio, Kimberly donated 10 inches of her hair, so that someone would have a beautiful wig.

Recycle cell phones

The Berlin Chamber of Commerce is accepting old cell phones for recycling. Phones may be dropped of at either the Chamber office or at the UBI-Community Federal Credit Union, both located at 40 Chamberlain Hwy. The Chamber accepts cell

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Berlin Briefs phones, their batteries and SIM cards only. They can not accept chargers, cords or any other accessories. For more information, call (860) 829-1033.

Community Garden Garden plot registration was held on Thursday, April

30 at the Berlin Town Hall in the office of Hellyn Riggins, Berlin’s Town Planner. Gardeners were lined up at the door in advance of the 9 a.m. starting time. Two of the plots were reserved for town use; one for the Berlin Senior Center, and one for Tim Prosinski, the director of food services for Berlin Public Schools. Prosinski will grow vegetables and herbs for use in his lunchtime cooking demonstrations. Out of the remaining 30 plots, as of press time, only three are available. The garden is heading for a successful growing season, but we have a “wish list” for some items that we are unable to purchase because we are coming up short of funds. We could use assistance

procuring the following items: deer-fencing materials, two large (250-300 gal.) water tanks with rain-harvesting adaptors, portable toilet, straw for walking paths, bark mulch, cinder blocks, pallets, and an outdoor bulletin board. Any assistance will be gratefully acknowledged. If you have any questions about the garden, or any of the items mentioned, please contact Pat Bigelow (860-2056723) or email hatcherybrookcommunitygardens@g mail.com .

Ride4Justin baseball The Ride-4-Justin fundraiser and pre-game ride at New Britain Stadium is scheduled for Wednesday,

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Ridin’ Redcoats earn win in historic race By Nick Carroll Sports Editor Berlin High School’s storied athletics program added a new chapter last week as the school’s mountain bike team hosted its first “one-onone” race. The Ridin’ Redcoats welcomed Massachusetts’ Berkshire Academy to Sage Park April 27. BHS

coach Jim Arnold indicated that the historic race went off without a hitch. “The day could not have been better. The weather was perfect and the race started on time, as scheduled,” Arnold said, pointing out that just one rider, a Berkshire Academy racer, failed to complete the 10-mile course, and that was due to a

Rolling along

The 2009 Berlin High School mountain bike racing team, the Ridin’ Redcoats.

Photo by Joseph A. Zebzda

Joe Balowski, pictured, and the Berlin High School baseball team knocked off Middletown (40) and RHAM (8-0) last week to extend their winning streak to seven games. The Redcoats headed into this week with a mark of 8-1. Berlin has outscored its opponents 47-11 this spring.

mechanical issue. “I could not be more proud of the way our team raced. There was not one person who did not leave everything on the trail — that’s bike talk for everyone worked their tails off.” The Berlin boys rode past Berkshire Academy by a score of, 9-18. The Berlin girls were edged, 3-7. The Top 3 finishers score for their team. On the boys’ side, Berkshire Academy’s George Haydock placed first, setting a course record of 36:01. Berlin racers owned the next five spots: Zach Edwards (39:14), T.J. Jacobson (39:15), Andrew Soneson (40:32), Andrew Lomaglio (42:02), Kris Zabrensky (42:43). Rounding out the Top 10 were Caleb Booth (Berkshire Academy, 43:21), Connor Bernard (Berlin, 44:22), Dom Kielbowicz (Berlin, 48:18) and Moritz Grosser (Berkshire Academy, 49:12). Berkshire Academy’s Sadie St. Germain won the girls race in a time of 39:24. Following her in were Shannon Nelson (Berkshire Academy, 49:09), Victoria Gancarczyk (Berlin, 49:20), Chelsea

Corell (Berkshire Academy, 50:10) and Hailie Shaw (Berlin, 50:34). “Everyone raced to their ability level and you could not ask for more. The sky is the limit with our team,” said Coach Arnold, whose charges will face Berkshire Academy again May 13 in Massachusetts. “They have seen the competition and now know how fast some riders are, and have something to aspire to for our next race at Berkshire Academy, and in the future.” The BHS mountain bike team was born from a bike club that has existed at the school for five years. The Ridin’ Redcoats kicked off their inaugural season April 11 at the Bunny Hopbrook Dam race. The local boys placed second, third, fourth, fifth and sixth in the 12 to 18 year-old division. Berlin got a second place finish in the 12 to 18 year-old girls race. “Our season is winding down,” said Arnold, who is assisted by fellow BHS teacher Morgan Hannah. “We have one more race and then it’s over. Our hope is for

other schools to see what we’ve accomplished and want to get in on the action.”

’Coats Notes

The defending Northwest Conference champion Berlin High School softball team headed into this week with a mark of 6-2 (5-1, NWC). The locals have thrived this spring despite competing with a young squad. In the Lady Redcoats’ sixth victory, an 11-1 thumping of RHAM, Berlin had four freshman in its starting lineup. “Overall we are doing very well,” BHS coach Jason Pires said. “Right now we are getting contributions from everyone offensively, which is very good for us as this was my biggest concern coming into the season.” Pires said Courtney Bovee is playing at an All-State level. Through eight games, the senior captain was batting .560 with a homerun, a triple, three doubles and 12 RBI. -- Nick Carroll

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’Coats Notes (36) and Fiducia (40). The Redcoats capped the week by shooting a 156 at Wethersfield Country Club. The locals bested Wethersfield (160) and Rockville (179), but were bested by Simsbury (153). Jud came in with a 35, followed by Scheyd (39), Lee (40), Fiducia (42) and Jack Rudy (43). “We played well, we could have played better, but we didn’t ‘spit the bit’ either,” BHS coach John Line said of his team’s performance in Wethersfield. “The intensity of playing a top team like Simsbury is a healthy experience for us and will help us grow as a team. Kevin played well enough to be the

The Berlin High School boys golf team had a busy week. The Redcoats kicked off the stretch by shooting a 152 in topping Cromwell (191) and The Morgan School (198) at the Tournament Players Club at River Highlands. Berlin’s Ryan Lee was match medalist. The senior shot a 36, which included birdies on seven, eight and nine. Rounding out the Redcoat slate were Kevin Jud (37), Mike Scheyd (38) and Joe Fiducia (41). Berlin went on to fire a 147 in a scrimmage with Cheshire and Notre Dame at The Farms in Wallingford. Lee carded a 35. He was followed by Jud (36), Scheyd

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Berlin High School girls track and field team to victories over visiting Northwest Catholic (87-58) and East Catholic (125-18) last week. Kureczka, a junior, won the 100 (13.0), the 200 (27.0), the 400 (62.9) and the long jump (16-0). Junior teammate Kim Rasmussen was a double-winner, besting the field in high jump (4-10) and triple jump (31-0). Rasmussen was second in long jump (14-11). In other action, Berlin’s Kelly Wilcox ran to a first place finish in the 1,600 and was second in the 3,200, Sarah Pitterling won the pole vault and Krystie Luczynski was tops in javelin. Berlin athletes went on to compete at the Middletown Invitational on Saturday. Ana Dauphin won the 100 hurdles, Rasmussen was second in long jump and Kureczka took second in the 400, breaking her own school record with a time of 58.06. Kureczka finished third in the 200. The Berlin High School boys track and field team split with Northwest Catholic and East Catholic last week. The Redcoats, 3-2

on the year, were powered by double-winner Nick Deloia, who placed first in shot put and discus. Others generating a lot of points for Berlin were Ryan Bisson (first place, pole vault) and Mark Jolley (first place, high jump). Bisson is undefeated in pole vault and Jolley is closing in on the school high jump record of 6-feet, 2-inches. “Our team doesn’t really have any holes in our lineup. We’ve got decent quality in every event — maybe not enough talent to win in each event, but we can take seconds and thirds against thin teams,” BHS coach Rick Hanbury said. “The distance team has been consistently strong all year and the throwers have kept us in meets by dominating the weight events,” Hanbury added. At the Middletown Invitational on Saturday, Jolley finished fourth in high jump. The Berlin High School girls tennis team headed into this week with a record of 3-2. The Lady Redcoats have wins over Plainville, East Catholic and Middletown. — Nick Carroll

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Major League Hadfields White Sox 11,Kiwanis Red Sox 6: Brendan Vessichio and Zach Varley pitched well, Hunter Tralli and Varley had three hits apiece, and Brendan Ebert and Alan Guild each manufactured two hits as the White Sox prevailed. Nick Perrone and Nick Mozzicato played well defensively for the victors. Logan Taricani had a three-run homerun for the Red Sox. Hadfields White Sox 7, Powerhouse Gym Braves 5 (7 innings): Hunter Tralli, Alan Guild and Brendan Vessichio pitched well, Tralli and Guild manufactured two hits apiece and Nick Perrone reached base four time to lead the White Sox. Nick Mozzicato played well defensively for the victors. Austin Forauer had three hits for the Braves.

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Cubs 7, Yankees 6: Jake Loiselle came on in relief to pick up the win as the Cubs came from four runs back. Geoffrey Main and Dan Mcleod had two hits apiece for the victors. Sean Sullivan had a triple and a RBI. Powering the Yankees were Matt Vernacatola (3 hits) and Billy Conticello (2 doubles). Minor League New England Cabinet Mets 5, Niro Giants 5: Nick Zuk and T.J. Beardsley pitched for the Giants. Chris Robataille, Connor Giudice and David Biscoglio took care of the Mets’ pitching duties.

Softball Middle School McGee 21, RHAM 4: Leading the offensive attack for the Spartans was Makayla Harris, who had a solo homerun, a double, a single and four RBI. Shannon Carabetta and Belle Cyr combined for the victory on the mound. Cyr struck out 10 in four innings of work. McGee 6, East Hampton 2: Katherine Burek initiated a four-run fourth inning by belting a double. That hit was followed by singles from Jessica Cantone and Belle Cyr. Kristina Hagmeier added two RBI. McGee pitcher Makayla Harris went the distance, supported by outstanding catches from Shannon Carabetta and Annie Asal.

Soccer U-13 boys Berlin 3, Windsor 2: Ben Tencza, Jason Corriveau and Michael Moriarty scored for the victors. Also playing well offensively were Mike Vanderspek, Nathan Ruscito, Brian Kennure, Kenneth Beardsley, Richard Schlichting and Geoffrey Damato. Holding down Berlin’s defense were Matthew Heimlich, Brenton Cantliffe, Noah Bergren, Michael Lisitano, Brandon Rocco, Kevin Kennure and goalies Brian Bostom and Nathan Aroian. U-9 girls Berlin 6, Wethersfield 2: Nicole Xiarhos scored three times, teammate Lisa Grieco netted two goals and Maeve McQuillan added one as Berlin rolled. Berlin’s strong defense was anchored by Libby Aroian, Macy Cohen, Jessica Gaetgens and goalies Cara Wade and Cameron Michalek.

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School News Scholastic achievements Kate L. Ponte of Berlin recently received the Morris S. Hoats Award at Muhlenberg College, Allentown, Pa. The award is given to a senior who has shown the greatest interest in and application of literature and the cultivation of a literary mind. She is the daughter of Vickie Ponte of Berlin. Amber Litwinko of Kensington and Jordyn Rombola of Berlin have achieved first honors at St. Paul Catholic High School for the third quarter marking period.

Local in Cabaret MacKenzie Friedmann, of Berlin, is scheduled to perform in the Greater Hartford Academy for the Performing Arts production of “Cabaret” at 7:30 p.m. on

May 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16. Friedmann, who will perform as a Kit Kat dancer, is a sophomore at Berlin High School and a musical theatre major at the academy. The Theater of the Performing Arts is located at 359 Washington St., Hartford. For more information and tickets, call (860) 757-6388.

Northwest Catholic honor roll Northwest Catholic High School announced that the following Berlin residents were named to the thirdquarter honor roll. First honors – Kathryn Hagen. Second honors – Margaret Jagiello. Honorable mention Megan Austin and Patrick Dornfried.

McGee March Madness McGee Middle School recently raised $4,006.90 for charity during the annual March Madness nine day penny drive. In the past 12 years, the penny drive has raised $44,416.53 for charity. Students submit persuasive essays to determine where the money will be donated. Charity groups received their checks during halftime at student vs. staff basketball games on Friday, April 3. 2009 McGee March Madness persuasive essay contest winners, with a $500 donation to their chosen charity, are: Skyler Korn, Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut; Dillon Hill, Salvation Army; Ryan Marquis, Alzheimer’s Association of Connecticut. A $100 to $200 donation will be awarded as follows:

Kaitlyn Guild, Keystone Human Services; Zachary Martin, Berlin Food Pantry; Ally Schulz, Central Asia Institute; Hunter Tralli, Outdoors for Life; Abbie Underwood, Dana Farber Cancer Institute; Brenton Cantliffe, Habitat for Humanity; Natalie Garcia, National Multiple Sclerosis Society; Nicole Grieco, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society; Kelly Rohan, Greater New Haven Celiac Foundation; Monica Sirera, The Village for Families and Children; Kim Bosse, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association; Amanda Aziz, My Sisters’ Place; Geoffrey Magisano, Kensington Fire Department; Megan Morrison, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals; Nicole Sapko, The Cove Center for Grieving Children; Rebecca Wassil, Animal Haven.

The Cooperative Nursery School of New Britain has limited openings for the fall of 2009 school year in their Pre-K three and Pre-K fouryear-old classes. We offer an affordable tuition for your time and talent! For over 40 years, the nursery school has provided a safe and nurturing learning environment for students from towns including New Britain, Berlin, Plainville, Farmington and other neighboring towns. For more information on scheduling a visit or to receive a registration packet, please contact Amy Kurnik, registrar at (860) 224-9414 or visit www.nbcoop.org. 1099131

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School News 2009 All Night Grad party

Decorating Committee – We need your help! The All Night Graduation Party Decorating Committee is scheduled to meet for a work session every Tuesday and Wednesday night from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon in the Willard Elementary School basement. Any and all parents of seniors are welcome to come and help anytime with the deco-

rations for the All Night Graduation Party. Avon Fundraiser – The All Night Graduation Party committee invites you to participate in an Avon fundraiser to benefit the party. For more information, contact Project Graduation Business Support Chair, Rebecca Charamut-Cass at (860) 205-7754. Redcoat blankets - The Berlin High School All Night Graduation Party committee has BHS Redcoats Blankets for sale. Cost is $40 for one or

$70 for two. To place an order, please contact Veronica Balicki at (860) 829-1760. Reflective signs – The Berlin High School All Night Graduation Party committee has “911 Reflective Address Signs” for sale. Cost is $17. For more information or to place an order, call Kellie Nygren (860) 829-9304. Donations – The Berlin High School All Night Graduation Party is seeking donations from friends and local businesses to help give the Class of 2009 at night to re-

member. Raffle donations or monetary contributions are greatly appreciated. For more information, contact Rebecca Cass at (860) 2057754.

Reunions New Britain High School, Class of 1949, is preparing for its 60th reunion on Saturday, Oct. 3 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Shuttle Meadow Country Club. For more information, call (860) 828-3870 or email NBHS1949@sbcglobal.net or

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Berlin Brief Berlin Garden Club The Berlin Garden Club has scheduled a container gardening program for May 21 at 1 p.m. at the Community Center. Master gardener Marie Lipski is scheduled to present the program and demonstrate techniques on container gardening. Proceeds from a raffle and bake sale will benefit the Berlin Garden Club scholarship for a Berlin High School seniors as well as local charities. Admission is free. For more information, call (860) 828-1689.

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The following property transfers were recorded in the town clerks office. Richard Sassau to Kari A. Sassu, 69 Walden Court, Unit 10, $400,000. Thomas Concorde to Hunter Management LLC, 1940 Berlin Turnpike, $250,000. Lorraine A. Brown to Anthony F. Sponzo, 45 Skinner Rd., $229,000.

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A Berry Happy Mom’s Day Are you looking for something sweet to do for Mom on Mother’s Day? The Mini Page gathered some “berry” tasty recipes that you might surprise her with. Along the way, we learned some fascinating facts about these little power-packed fruits. Many of the small fruits that we call berries are not true berries. Botanists, or scientists who study plants, consider a true berry to be a fruit that develops from a single ovary, or female part of a plant. True berries include huckleberries, gooseberries and some mulberries. The delicious fruits that we often eat are from three different categories: • False berries, such as blueberries and cranberries; Cranberry

• Compound fruits, such as blackberries and boysenberries; Blackberry

• Accessory fruits, such as strawberries. Strawberry

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Is it really a berry?

These colorful Alaskan wild berries are an important food for birds and animals such as bears and foxes. Berries are high in calories, so they provide plenty of energy for the animals that depend on them.

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Berries may be small, but they are packed with nutrients. They’re a great choice because they’re easy to eat, taste juicy and sweet, and are good for us. For example: • Cranberries help our bodies process food. They may help prevent heart disease, stomach problems and some cancers. • Blueberries have large amounts of antioxidants, substances that help our bodies stay well. They’re also high in vitamin C. • Red raspberries may help our bodies fight cancer cells. They may also reduce pain from arthritis and other diseases. • Strawberries have a lot of vitamin C and potassium.

Meriwether Lewis and William Clark wrote that American Indians they met on their expedition made loaves out of huckleberries. “This bread is broken and stirred in cold water until it be sufficiently thick and then eaten,” they wrote.

Other uses for berries Experts say people have used berries in other ways over the centuries. Native Americans used berries to make dyes for clothing and blankets. They also may have cured infections from arrow wounds with cranberries. Iroquois Indians used blueberries in their ceremonies to bring health in the coming season.

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Stir Up a Berry-licious Treat Rookie Cookie cooked up some berry recipes that you might like to share with your family on Mother’s Day.

Berry Fruit Crisp

Blueberry Lemon Breakfast Cake

• 1/2 cup flour • 1/2 cup regular oats • 1/3 cup brown sugar • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg • 1/4 cup walnuts

A great way to wake up Mom! You’ll need:

• 1 (18.25-ounce) lemon cake mix • 1 (6- to 8-ounce) container plain yogurt • 4 eggs • 11/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen) • Round tube or bundt cake pan • Cooking spray 1. Combine cake mix, yogurt and eggs. (Do not add oil and water.) 2. Blend until moist, then beat 2 minutes at medium speed. 3. Fold (gently stir) in blueberries. 4. Spray tube pan with cooking spray. Add cake mixture. 5. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 40 minutes or until done. 6. Cool for 15 minutes before removing from pan. Serves 8 to 12.

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1. Place flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and walnuts in a blender; pulse until blended and nuts are ground. 2. Pour mixture into a bowl and add the egg; stir until moistened. 3. Wash fruit and place in a large bowl. 4. Stir in maple syrup to coat fruit. 5. Pour fruit mixture into a shallow baking dish. 6. Crumble flour mixture evenly over fruit. 7. Bake in preheated 350-degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes until bubbly. Top with frozen yogurt. Serves 6.

This healthy salad will delight your family.

• 1 (6-ounce) bag baby spinach • 1/2 cup chopped pecans • 10 medium strawberries, sliced 1 • 3/4 cup bottled poppyseed • /2 pint blueberries • 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese dressing

Mini Spy . . .

• 1 large egg • 2 cups fresh blueberries • 1 cup blackberries • 3 nectarines, sliced • 1/4 cup maple syrup • Vanilla low-fat frozen yogurt or ice cream

What to do:

‘Fruitful’ Spinach Salad

A yummy dessert!

You’ll need:

What to do:

1. Wash baby spinach thoroughly and pat dry. 2. Mix spinach, fruit, cheese and pecans in large bowl. 3. Pour poppyseed dressing over salad and toss gently. Serves 4. You will need an adult’s help with all of these recipes. from The Mini Page © 2009 Universal Press Syndicate

Mini Spy and her friends are picking strawberries. See if you can find: • snake • doughnut • fried egg • word MINI • strawberry • letter A • cat • alligator • number 7 • pig’s face

Brown Basset ws TRY ’N The Ned’s FIND n u Ho Words that remind us of berries are hidden in the block below. Some words are hidden backward or diagonally and some letters are used twice. See if you can find: MOM, SWEET, BOTANIST, OVARY, FALSE, COMPOUND, ACCESSORY, CRANBERRY, ANTIOXIDANT, VITAMINS, DYE, BLUEBERRY, POLLINATE, FRUIT, CULTIVATED, WILD, VINE, STRAWBERRY, TASTE, MACHINE, COLOR. C E T S A T B L U E B E R R Y MOM DESERVES R E T A N I L L O P C O L O R A BERRY GOOD A E S L A F B O T A N I S T O DAY! N O V A R Y R R E B W A R T S B V W U S N I M A T I V M K S E G I J W E N I H C A M O B E R T L N E X C D N U O P M O C R L D Y E D E T A V I T L U C Y K H Q T N A D I X O I T N A TM

Mother’s Day

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Thursday, May 7, 2009 — The Berlin Citizen

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Legal Notice Annual Meeting of the Kensington Fire District The legal voters and members of the Kensington Fire District are hereby warned and notified that the Annual Meeting of the Kensington Fire District will be held in the McGee School auditorium, 899 Norton Road, Berlin, CT on Thursday, May 21, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. for the following purposes: 1. To act on the reports of the officers and the committee for past year. 2. The adoption of the Budget for the ensuing fiscal year. 3. The laying of the Annual Tax upon the Grand List of the District. 4. The fixing of the water and sewer rates for the ensuing fiscal year. 5. To authorize the Committee to borrow a sum of money not to exceed Two Hundred Thousand (200,000.00) Dollars for emergency purposes. 6. The election of one (1) Committee Member for a term of three (3) years. Dated at Berlin, Connecticut, this 4th day of May, 2009 Joseph Pagliaruli Chairman LOST & FOUND

LOST & FOUND FOUND: Small green parrot with red face. Vicinity of No. Wall St. Call 203-376-1831 LOST Or Found. The Berlin Citizen will run your lost or found ad FREE in our Classified Section! Call 203-238-1953 for details. LOST Small white packet of credit cards, bank cards, etc. If found, please call (203) 237-1476.

AUTOMOBILES

Buick Park Ave 1995 $2,900 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 7am-4pm.

Buick Rivera 1988 $1,395 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm. CADILLAC 2003 Sedan Deville, tan ext, all power, hwy miles, $4200 or best offer. Call 203265-5639 or 203-272-7164 LOST- Green Amazon Parrot w/ yellow head on Wednesday, March 25 from 156 Sherman Avenue, Meriden. Responds to Kelby, speaks English & Spanish. Reward if returned. Call (203) 440-1551

SPECIAL NOTICES

CHEVROLET HHR 2006 wagon. 4-cyl. 5-spd. manual. Red w/gray interior. Power windows. AM/FM/CD player. New brakes. Well maintained. 84,500 mostly highway miles Excellent condition. Garage kept. Minor scratches. $6,500 860 573-2434 $1,895 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

Starting at Only $15.00 includes a color photo

HURRY MOTHER’S DAY IS NEXT SUNDAY!! See ad in Today’s paper or call 203-238-1953 for info.

CALL 203-238-1953 FOUND Man’s Wedding Band near brush pile at Meriden Landfill. Owner may call (203) 237-9561 to identify FOUND Two keys at Ceppa Field Baseball Diamond. Call (203) 237-6034. Leave message. FOUND Watch on Hilltop Road, Meriden. Owner may call (203) 238-8080 to identify. FOUND- pet Bird in vicinity of North Colony Road in Meriden, call 203-213-5143 FOUND-Injured black cat on 4/29. Vicinity of Trumbull St, Meriden. Need info on cause of injury or any info on the cat. Call 203-237-3149

Mercury Courgar ‘93 $1,995 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 7am-4pm.

AUTOMOBILES

$1,595 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

SAAB 9-5 2004 sedan. Tan Alarm system. Excellent condition. HTD Leather seats, new tires and wipers, cd, 5 spd 2.3 T 78000 HWY. $4800 or best offer. (860)561-0549

BUICK Century 1990 84K. Excellent. $1950. OLDS Cutlass 1986 2 door, V8, 130k, black, collectible. $1750. (203) 213-1142

HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX 2008105th Anniv. Street Glide. 4,600 miles, Fact. Warr. Dealer serviced, fact. sec. sys., Harman/Kardon audio sys., all detachable hardware w/back rest. $18,900. (203) 634-1996

HONDA Shadow 2006 Spirit 1100cc, black with chrome, mint condition, low mileage, many extras. Call for price: 203-294-4371 or 203-915-5060

AUTO PARTS MUSTANG 1968 Parting out. $100. Call for details (860) 2247209 PARTING OUT 81 GMC Sierra 4x4 pickup 92 Nissan Standard 4x4, power, 3.0, V-6 87 Jeep Larado 4x4, 4dr, 6 cyl 77 Olds Cutlass nose 77 or 78 Chevy Malibu Nose, 1 ea. 78 Chevy Malibu 79 Chevy Impala Nose 76 Pontiac Ventura Nose 79 Ford T-bird nose 80 Ford 6 ft. truck bed & 2 fenders & radiator support. 93 GM 4.3 V6 engine 69 Cuda 340 V-8 engine. Some work. Henry 203-317-0173

Toyota Corolla 1991

TRUCKS & VANS

DODGE NEON 2003, asking $6200 Good condition, 60,000 miles, 4 dr black sedan, pw & locks. Sunroof, air, CD player. (203) 269-1566 DONATE YOUR CAR to SPECIAL KIDS FUND. Help Disabled Children With Camp and Education. Non-Runners OK. Quickest Free Towing. Free Cruise/Hotel Voucher. Tax Deductible. Call 1-866-4483254. FINANCE Buy Here Pay Here Financing! Down pymts as low as $588 plus tax & reg, low weekly pymts, no finance charge, or credit check cars under $3000. Call 203-5305905, Cheap Auto Rental LLC.

$1,395 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm. FORD Mustang GT Convertible 2001- Excellent condition. Red. Tan top, tan leather, new tires, low miles. $10,000/best offer. (203) 537-9198

ADVERTISE YOUR TAG SALE IN THE ONLY PLACE PEOPLE ARE LOOKING........ THE RECORD-JOURNAL AND HAVE 100’S OF PEOPLE AT YOUR SALE. 3 DAYS...4 LINES

TRAILER HITCH fits 96-04 Pathfinder with Haynes repair manual. $75.00 203-265-1070

FORD 2002 F150, V8, 2 wheel drive, automatic, air conditioning, cruise control, runs fine, in very good shape. Asking $4000. Call 203-634-0121 FORD F250 1985 4X4, AT, tool box body, needs carburetor. Very clean. $1100 or best offer. 860-986-0819

AUTOMOBILES WANTED

Bargain Hunter’s Paradise!

CALL 203-238-1953 BERLIN-Sat 5/9 & Sun 5/10. 10am-3pm, 134 Grove Hill. Moving! Variety of items! Tools, clothes, TVs, computers, baby items & furn. BERLIN/KENSINGTON Neighborhood Tag Sale Whispering Brook Drive Sat. May 9th & 16th, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lots of good stuff! No early birds!

25FT all glass inboard fly bridge V8 motor, bathrm, kitchen. Needs work. $600. Call 203815-3794

PETS & LIVESTOCK

BOATS & MOTORS CASH And/Or Tax deduction for your vehicle. Call

The Jewish Childrens Fund

1-800-527-3863

Free Towing!

18FT STARCRAFT boat w/trailer, 5 person fishing, 115HP Evinrude exc cond, fish finder, elec winch, many extras. Good on gas. Must Sell! $1,800. 203907-7296

ULTIMATE YARD SALE *********************** Come Shop This

Factory Trained Mechanics From tuneups to repowers, outboards & stern drives. We do it all! Including canvas, repairs & new covers. Suburban Marine 203-238-3232

2008 Timberland travel trailer, 26’ toy hauler, sleeps 6. Stove, refrig, microwave, air conditioning, heat, stereo system, etc. Holds 2 motorcycles, used once. Price neg. Call Kris 860351-5685 POP-UP CAMPER Palomino Philly, 3-way refrigerator, gas furnace, gas stove, awning, sleeps 6, very clean, photos available, $2,800. (203)269-3637

KENSINGTON Sugar Maple Lane Neighborhood Sale. Saturday May 9. 8am-4pm. KENSINGTON-34 Murla Rd., Sat 5/9, 8am-4pm. Huge Multi-Family! Something for Everyone! NEW BRITAIN-Moving Away Sale! Vintage records & magazines, furn., appls. Fri 5/8, Sat 5/9, 9am-5pm. 36 Nicole Rd. STORMVILLE, NY 250 Families STORMVILLE AIRPORT ***********************

FREE TAG SALE KIT WITH AD INCLUDES: 4 COLOR SIGNS* BALLOONS & 100 PRICING STICKERS.

SUBURBAN MARINE CHEVY C20 Pickup 1986- 5.7 ltr eng., 4 spd, 2 w/drive, 16” rims with new radial tires, body rusted, eng./trans. great! $500 takes it. (203) 634-7879

TAG SALES

***ONLY $25.00***

BOATS & MOTORS

CAMPER & TRAILERS

Ford Escort 1994 ACURA Integra 1994 Auto, A/C, PW. Good condition. 145K miles. $1900 or best offer. Call 203-980-5214

TAG SALES

Olds Cutlass Supreme ‘96

Mother’s Day Message

DID YOU LOSE SOMETHING?

**ADD A PHOTO** FOR ONLY $5.00

$3,195 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 7am-4pm.

$1,695 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

With A

Starting at Only $6.00 for a 6 line ad

Run it for a week FREE OF CHARGE in the Record-Journal

$2,800 Can be seen at G.T. Tire, 155 Colony Street, Meriden. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm.

ROBERTS CHRYSLER DODGE Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles. 120 So. Broad St, Meriden, CT 203-235-1111

Chevy Lumina 1995 Wish Your MOM, GRANDMA, SISTER, Daughther & Friends A Happy Mother’s Day

TAG SALES

Ford Taurus SW 1995

LOST-Male grey striped cat. Vicinity of Washington St, Wlfd. Needs medication. 203-265-2044 LOST: Keys, Black Chevy & Masterlock. Reward. Meriden/ Wallingford area. Call (203) 238-3671

MOTORCYCLES ATV’S, ETC.

Honda Accord 1997 BUICK Regal 2000, fully loaded with sunroof, leather. 103,000 miles, runs great. $3,000 or B.O. Call John: 203-537-0376, or 203-634-6787

in the Record Journal on Sunday May 10th

DID YOU FIND SOMETHING?

AUTOMOBILES

4 BLACK kittens free to good homes. 6 wks old. Please call after 9am. (203) 626-5413 BULLDOGS, Boxers, Chihuahuas, Boston Terrier, ShihTsu, Rat Terrier, Cockapoo, Rottweiler, Labs, Yorkie. $350 plus. Call 860-930-4001. CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES 2 males, 1 female. 6 weeks old. 1st shots, dewormed. $650 each. Parents on premises. Call (203) 715-0796 COCKATIEL or parrot cage with stand. 24x24x32. Unused. $85. 203-630-0290 FREE KITTENS- (4). 4 weeks old, ready to go on May 15. (860) 388-8538 MALTESE - 1 yr old. Female, up to date with shots. $600. Call (203) 213-2780

Something for Everyone! Sat., May 9th, 9am-3pm Rain or Shine! 428 Rt. 216, Stormville, NY No pets! Booth Space & Table Rentals Available

(845) 226-4000 TAG Sale signs are free, when you place & pay for your Tag Sale ad at The Berlin Citizen office, 979 Farmington Ave, Kensington

PETS & LIVESTOCK HORSE BOARD Wallingford. Self - Full care. Catering to the mature rider. Carriage drivers welcome. Prices start at $300. (203) 294-9313 HORSE LOVERS EXCEPTIONAL riding opportunity in exchange for 6-8 hours per week. AM and PM time needed. Call: 203272-6593 or 203-213-8833 LARGE BIRD CAGE ON WHEELS With 4 Nesting Boxes and 7 Love Birds. $275 or best offer. Call (203) 606-4169 WANTED: Male Yellow Lab, pure bred, 1 1/2 yrs to 4 yrs. Good with children. I have a good home w/fenced yard & lots of room. Call (860) 829-2152 YORKSHIRE terrier 11 month old male, shots. Looking for a good home. $450. Call Gabe 203-996-4458

LAWN & GARDEN QUALITY SCREENED TOPSOIL Wholesale supplier. Large quantities available. We also provide sand, gravel & fill. 860-883-7935

CONSTRUCTION EQUIP & TOOLS CRAFTSMAN 6 1/8 inch Jointer-Planer. Good condition. Asking $250. (203) 269-0415

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, May 7, 2009

HEARING NOTICE Pursuant to provisions of General Statutes § 16-50m and Section 16-50j-21 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies, notice is hereby given that the Connecticut Siting Council (Council) will conduct the following public hearing sessions and thereafter as necessary on the Consolidated proceeding including the Original application by The Connecticut Light & Power Company for Certificates of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need for the Connecticut Valley Electric Transmission Reliability Projects which consist of (1) The Connecticut portion of the Greater Springfield Reliability Project that traverses the municipalities of Bloomfield, East Granby, and Suffield, or potentially including an alternate portion that traverses the municipalities of Suffield and Enfield, terminating at the North Bloomfield Substation; and (2) the Manchester Substation to Meekville Junction Circuit Separation Project in Manchester, Connecticut; and a Competing application by NRG Energy, Inc. application pursuant to C.G.S. §16-50l(a)(3) for consideration of a 530 MW combined cycle generating plant in Meriden, Connecticut. Granby, Simsbury, Somers and South Windsor are within 2,500 feet of the proposed CL&P transmission line. Berlin is within 2,500 feet of the NRG power generating facility in Meriden. The scheduled public comment hearing dates and locations are as follows:

Management Plan, the Council requests that all filings be submitted on recyclable paper, primarily regular weight white office paper. Please avoid using heavy stock paper, colored paper, and metal or plastic binders and separators. Individuals will be encouraged to participate through their elected officials, and other party/intervenor groupings. Any person seeking to be named or admitted as a party or intervenor to the proceeding may file a written request to be so designated at the office of the Connecticut Siting Council, 10 Franklin Square, New Britain, Connecticut 06051, two weeks prior to the commencement of the evidentiary hearing sessions. Parties and intervenors will be allowed to submit briefs and proposed findings of fact within 30 days after the close of the final evidentiary hearing.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009 Beginning at 6:30 p.m. The East Granby Community Center, 20 Center Street, East Granby (proposed transmission line route)

Any person who is not a party or intervenor to this proceeding may file a written statement with the Council at the hearings or any time up to 30 days after the close of the hearing sessions. Such statements will become part of the record. No written statement or any other material, evidence, or other information will be accepted from any person not a party or intervenor to the proceeding after 30 days following the close of the hearing, except as otherwise prescribed by law or the Council.

Thursday, June 11, 2009 Beginning at 6:30 p.m. Suffield High School Auditorium, 1060 Sheldon Street, Suffield (Southern Route Alternative)

For the convenience of the public a verbatim transcript of the hearing session(s) will be made and deposited with the Town/City Hall of the 11 municipalites: Bloomfield, East Granby, Suffield, Enfield, Manchester, Meriden, Granby, Simsbury, Somers, South Windsor and Berlin.

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main Street, Manchester (Manchester Substation to Meekville Junction) Thursday, June 25, 2009 Beginning at 6:30 p.m. Lincoln Middle School Auditorium, 164 Centennial Avenue, Meriden (Meriden Power Project) The Council will conduct public field reviews of the proposed routes/facilities prior to each hearing beginning at 3:00 p.m. The purpose of the evening hearing sessions is for the public to make brief statements into the record. Applicable law for this proceeding includes the Public Utility Environmental Standards Act, General Statutes § 16-50g, et seq., and Sections 16-50j-1 through 16-50v-la of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. The Council will hold a pre-hearing conference on procedural matters on Friday, June 12, 2009 beginning at 2:00 p.m. at the Council’s office, 10 Franklin Square, New Britain, Connecticut. The Council requests that all testimony and exhibits are to be pre-filed with the Council and all parties and intervenors two weeks before the commencement of evidentiary hearing sessions. The dates of which will be announced during the public comment sessions. In accordance with the State Solid Waste

Requests for information in alternative formats or for sign-language interpreter sevices must be submitted in writing by July 7, 2009. The applicant and competing applicant for the proceeding is represented by the following: The Connecticut Light and Power Company (Applicant) Anthony M. Fitzgerald, Esq. Brian T. Henebry, Esq. Carmody & Torrance LLP P.O. Box 1950 New Haven, CT 06509 NRG Energy, Inc. (Competing Applicant) Andrew W. Lord, Esq. Murtha Cullina LLP CityPlace I, 185 Asylum Street Hartford, CT 06103-3469 A copy of the application is available for review at the Council’s website www.ct.gov/csc <http://www.ct.gov/csc> or at the Council’s office during office hours at 10 Franklin Square, New Britain, Connecticut, (860) 8272935. The Council has assigned this application docket no. 370. For the convenience of the public, copies of the application are available in the town/city clerk’s offices in each of the 11 municipalities. April 28, 2009 Connecticut Siting Council

Thursday, May 7, 2009 — The Berlin Citizen

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FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

CONSTRUCTION EQUIP & TOOLS

DELTA Table Saw, 10 inch Tilting Arbor saw, Model # 36-755, with unifence Saw guide , 30 inch capacity, Asking $ 800.00 Cash. this is from an Estate. Excellent condition, Phone (203) 235-5529 HAND saws Crosscut rip coping others from $4-$10. Call 860349-1844

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

2 IDENTICAL burgandy couches for sale- $50 each Call 203-237-3371 BABIES crib mattress. Excellent condition! $45 203-500-2946

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES BRAND New Queen Mattress Set still in plastic for $240.00. Can deliver. Call 203 278-0533 or 860 584-5298. CASTRO Convertible couch w/full size bed, ivory w/light multi-color stripes, $300/best offer. Dresser w/mirror, maple color. $175/best offer. (203) 269-5662 COLONIAL maple bedroom set. Dbl bed, dresser, mirror, night stand. Exc. cond. Asking $335. Matching rocker $65. Must sell. Call (203) 269-3692 COT. Daycare style, 24” x 44”, blue color. $12. (203) 634-9149 COUCH for sale. Asking $350.00. Tan, Suede, like new condition. Used for 6 months. Call 860-480-3120. DINETTE SET White ceramic tile top, 52x34, w/ 4 chairs, exc. cond. $140 or best offer. Call (203) 269-1881

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES DINING ROOM set, table w/2 leaves, 4 captain’s chairs & buffet, dark pine. $275. (203) 235-1379 FURNITURE- DARK PINE Armoire, Triple Dresser, Nightstand, Rocking Chair, End Table and Lamp. Best offer. (860) 793-9527 GORGEOUS victorian high chair drops to stroller, carved oak, $95/OBO. Pair of kidney shaped leather topped end tables. $90/OBO. 203-634-4154 HITCHCOCK 3 level stand ,$40. Call 860-426-1214 KITCHEN CABINETS-Oak. Entire Set of 13, ONLY $550 OBO!! Serious buyers. Call for details 203-314-5938. MAYTAG Gemini 2 oven, white, Best offer. (203) 235-7068

PETITE hardwood rocking chair. $65 or best offer. 3 antiques side chairs. $99/BO. Call 203-634-4154 RCA TRUFLAT TV/DVD combo. Excellent condition. $100. 203-440-2520 REFRIGERATOR 23 cubic ft, almond $225; STOVE GE elec, almond w/black flat top $300; DISHWASHER Magic Chef black $125; MICROWAVE Amana black $75. All great condition (renovating kitchen); OR $600 for all. Call 203 694-8497 6am - 4pm; After 4 call 203 494-9154 or 203 238-4136 ROCKING CHAIR,Hardwood, DETAILED, PERFECT. $65. 2032376807 LOST Or Found. The RecordJournal will run your lost or found ad FREE in our Marketplace Section! Call 203238-1953 for details.

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves CLEAN Will Deliver (203) 284-8986 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 50 CLASSIC horror DVD’s. Most of the DVDs never opened. $80. Call 203-634-9336 A NEW COMPUTER NOW. Brand Name laptops & desktops. Bad or NO Credit - No Problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. Its yours NOW. 800-3177891 BLUE Man group keyboard, barely used, paid $110, sacrifice $50. Precious Moments spice rack w/12 tea cup shaped spice holders, $50. Call (203) 605-6398

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE BURIAL PLOT in Walnut Grove Cemetery, Meriden. Section D, East, Lot 55. Single grave. Current cost $700, will sell for $600. Call (610) 670-4869 COUCH, Chenille, 84” long, stuffed with duck feathers, champagne color, free. Call (203) 901-2121 DEPRESSION GLASS pit. & 5 gls orange main color $50.00 203-443-7856 DOORS: FREE interior with Hardware (8). Take All. Call 203-265-2591 LADIES BIKE- Electra Betty-1 Brakes on the pedal. Like brand new! White with pink trim. Including helmet. (used 10 times) $200. Call 860-479-9061

LAMINATING Service. Let us help you preserve your most precious moments. From $2.50 to $4.50 per piece. Call 203238-1953 for info.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE LARGE Microwave Cart w/cabinet & wine rack, $25 Or best offer. Patrick 203-521-8341 LOGITECH Wired USB headset. Great shape. $15. (203) 284-9255 MICROWAVE OVEN, Magic Chef, 1.5 cu.ft, extra large capacity, like new, $95. (203) 265-3738 MOVIES Children’s Videos (sixty). Mostly Disney. 50 cents each. Many still new. (203) 440-3919

MUSH HAGGLERS Heated Indoor Flea Market & Tag Sale. Dealers wanted. Daily or monthly rental. Fri, Sat, Sun. 84. 203-213-1248. 387 S. Colony St, Meriden. (Down the st. Chef’s Hat Pizza). Antiques, furn., hand-made jewelry. Free coffee! New Items Daily! Come in, let’s haggle! POWER LIFT/RECLINE CHAIR Remote control/battery backup medium blue. New in 2006 for $1,200, asking $550. Call 203-630-2753 after 3:00 p.m.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, May 7, 2009

ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED DEBRIS removal of anykind. Demolition sheds, pools, etc. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #0620397. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

DECKS MATTSON Home Improvement Affordable, quality decks. Free estimates. Insured. CT Reg 581924. (203) 631-7459

GUTTERS

JUNK REMOVAL

GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY

PETE IN THE PICKUP

For gutter cleaning, call Kevin at (203) 440-3279 Fully insured. CT Reg. #569127.

JUNK REMOVAL. FREE SCRAP METAL PICKUP 203-886-5110

DRIVEWAYS JUNK REMOVAL & MORE We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Spring C/U. 860-575-8218/203-535-9817

203-494-1526 One Man’s Junk

MIDSTATE PAVING DRIVEWAYS BUILT TO LAST Reasonable rates. CT Reg 575852 203-238-1708

REMOVAL. Free est. Call Ed.

DUMPSTERS ATTORNEYS

Bankruptcy Free Consultation 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

CARPENTRY

REPAIRS Additions, Sunrooms, Finish Bsmnt, Decks & Porches 203-238-1449 #578107 Free est. www.marceljcharpentier.com

15 & 20 Yard Roll-Offs. Home, Business or Job Site We do clean-outs too! Empire Construction, LLC 203-269-3559 www.EmpireLLC.biz

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122 EXCAVATING

HOMETECH 203-235-8180

Repairs to remodeling. 41 yrs exp. Master Carpenter 203-639-8389 CT #573358

LOST Or Found. The RecordJournal will run your lost or found ad FREE in our Marketplace Section! Call 203238-1953 for details.

A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. GIVE us a call, we do it ALL. Free est. 203-631-1325

ROOFING SPECIALISTS & SNOWPLOWING QUALITY, EXPERIENCE & AFFORDABILITY ● New Roofs ● Restoration Work ● All Types of Repairs ● Emergency Repairs

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

HANDYPERSONS

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

203-237-4124 an LLC co.

CORNERSTONE FENCE & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-GATE CT Reg #601060

centralctoverheaddoor.com Sales/ Service. Reg # 565116 203-630-1058 or 860-349-3372

GUTTERS

DON’T Sweat It this Summer! Call Duane, Plumbing, heating & cooling. Quality work. Low rates. 203-3798944 Lic. #0389224.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Silver City Landscaping LLC Lawn Mowing/Spring Clean-up Lawn Power Seeding/Mulch Reliable Service 20yrs exp 203-537-8106 CT Reg# 622655 GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs. Spring clean-up. Quick, courteous service. All calls returned. Lic ins. #0620397. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430 GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs. Hedge/tree trim., trimming over grown properties. Est 1985. All calls returned. Lic ins. #0620397. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430

VINCENZO D’ONOFRIO BATHROOM Remodeling, Concrete, Carpentry, Tile, Painting, Patio & Sidewalk Paving. CT Reg. #559333. (860) 628-2236

JOE’S LAWN CARE, LLC Spring clean up, mowing, mulching, landscape work & irrigation service. 203-631-7444 Licensed, fully insured. #563805

O’CONNOR ROOFING

BILL RUDOLPH Landscaping Paver walkways & patios, retaining walls, landscape design, water features, planter bed renovations, drainage work backhoe work. Est 1972. Free est. #563661 (203) 237-9577

203-639-0231 Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner. CT Reg #602521

COMPUTER SERVICES JUNK REMOVAL COMPUTER PROBLEMS? Upgrades, installs, repairs & viruses fixed at your home. DMT Computer Services. 203599-1097. After 5 - 860-424-1177

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

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

A TO Z REMOVAL Free estimates. Garages, attics, basements, brush, pools, decks, etc. Sr. discounts. 203-238-0106

JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Spring cleanups, Grass cutting, lawn maint. Comm/Res Top quality work. Ins., Free est. 203-213-6528 CT Reg #616311

APOLLO PAINTING Int/Ext, Popcorn Ceilings, Powerwashing. Call Mike 203-974-2097 or 860-347-1355 CT# 613892

HEDGE TRIMMING No Hedge/shrub too big, small or tall. Fully Ins. Free estimates. Quality Landscaping, LLC. WWW.QLSLLC.COM Jim 203-537-2588 or 860-349-2118

PAVING

WE WEED GARDENS Norm the Gardener’s 3-man crew is only $65/hr. CT Reg#571339 (203) 265-1460

EL SOL Clean-ups, Hedge Trimming, Mowing. Accepting new clients. Comm/Res. Free est. Walter 203-619-2877

MOWING RICK’S AFFORDABLE Comm/resid Mowing, bagging Spring clean-ups, hedge trim, brush, tree & pricker removal. 11 yrs exp. 203-530-4447.

LAWN & GARDEN GARDEN TILLING Insured. CT Reg#0603313 Call Kurt 203-376-7324 ROTOTILLING Garden Bill with Troy Built, no garden too small. 203-294-1160

HEATING & COOLING

GARAGE DOORS

CENTRAL CT OVERHEAD DOOR

LANDSCAPING

ROOFING

Spring Clean-ups, mowing, landscaping, stone work. WWW.QLSLLC.COM CT Reg #620306 Jim 203-537-2588 or 860-349-2118

BUDGET Friendly lawn mowing. Call (203) 314-7693, EBK Property Services.

ZK Construction

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

Quality Landscaping, LLC

A & A Lawn Care-Cuts, spring clean-ups, hedge trimming, tree, shrub, debris removal #584101 Free estimates. Jim 203-237-6638

Fully insured & licensed Free estimates CT Reg. #573871

FENCING

CT Reg #564042

Green Planet Remodeling

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

K & A ENTERPRISES

GRADING, Drainage, Foundations, Trucking, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Water/Sewer/Septic. Lic. #1682. Cariati Developers, Inc. 203-238-9846 MC/Visa Accepted

Carpentry, repairs. No job too small or large. Member BBB.

C&M CONSTRUCTION Neighborhood Handyman, LLC. Specializing in smaller jobs. Indoor/outdoor. CT Reg #611858 Matt 860-877-2549

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

Water & sewer lines, inground tank removal, drainage, grading, additions, pavers. Reg# 571435. ins. 203-379-0193

BENJAMIN BUILDERS LLC Compared to major competitors. ROOFS, SIDING, WINDOWS, ADDT’S, KIT, BATHS, DECK, more 203-671-7415 Ct. Reg. #622755

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

HANDYPERSONS

LANDSCAPING

MASONRY

GAF LIFETIME WARRANTY 3 of 100 R Master-Elite cert. Go over, repairs. MC/Visa. Ct. Reg. #572776 CARABETTA’S GRADER SERVICE Sweeping Division For All Your Commercial Sweeping Needs. 203-214-6247 or 860-306-9970

C&M CONSTRUCTION

MIDSTATE PAVING

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

DRIVEWAYS BUILT TO LAST Reasonable rates. CT Reg 575852 203-238-1708

PLUMBING O’CONNOR ROOFING PLUMBING & Piping Contractor Specializing in small jobs. Capable of doing new & large jobs. Lic# 204060. John 203-284-9744 or 203-500-5224 cell. DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 #389224 FAHEY Plumbing & Heating Quality ● Clean/Neat ● Honest! A guaranteed job at a good price! Days, Nights, Wknds - Same Price

203-235-1383 JOHN Biafore and Son Masonry Chimneys, brick, block, stone walls, patios. In business over 50 yrs. CT# 549071 (203) 537-3572 BILL RUDOLPH Landscaping paver walkways, patios, retaining wall. Free estimates. #563661 . Call 203-237-9577 CASCIO Mason. Chimney repair, sidewalks, walls, brick work, etc. CT Reg #611774. 203-265-7826 or cell 860-398-1223

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

POWER WASHING

POWER WASHING IS Spring cleaning on the outside. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Kevin 203-440-3279

203-639-0231 Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner. CT Reg #602521

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

203-237-4124 an LLC co

It's all here!

ROOFING

JIMMY’S MASONRY Stonewalls, steps, patios, chimneys, all types. Lic. & Ins’d. 25 yrs exp. Call for free est. 860-2744893 CT. Reg. #604498

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING MIRKEL PAINTING Int./Ext. Popcorn ceilings. Interiors from $125 Exteriors from $899 CT Reg #569864. Ed 203-824-0446

KATIE’S 203-284-0137 Reg #558927

Marketplace (877) 238-1953

Thursday, May 7, 2009 — The Berlin Citizen Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

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

ROOFING

Gonzalez Construction ★★★★★★★★

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

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

SERVICES OFFERED

OFFICE Cleaning All your cleaning needs also provide floor refinishing and carpet cleaning Fully insured. I guarantee your satisfaction! Family owned. Upfront pricing.Jeff Ross 860919-7562 Owner Reliable, Office, Service, Specialist

SIDING

HAZELWOOD EXCAVATING Dry farm screened topsoil and colored mulch.

203-269-0135 BEAUTIFUL FARM FRESH Screened Top Soil. Fill, Sand & Stone. Picked up or delivered. No minimum. Cariati Developers, Inc. 860-681-3991

TREE SERVICES

Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin For Active Adults 55 and better

ROOFS R US 41yrs exp. Lifetime warranty Siding, windows, carpentry. (203) 639-8389 CT #573358

SERVICES OFFERED

$1000 Off Your Lowest Estimate. 203-284-0137

Reg #558927

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

CARABETTA’S GRADER SERVICE Sweeping Division For All Your Commercial Sweeping Needs. 203-214-6247 or 860-306-9970

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

FIDERIO & SONS

CENTRAL CT OVERHEAD DOOR

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

centralctoverheaddoor.com Sales/ Service. Reg # 565116 203-630-1058 or 860-349-3372

203-237-0350

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CT Reg. #516790

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH BBALL Umpire leg/knee grds. Brnd new cndtn. $60.00 Call 860-628-6964

PROFORM 400 GI treadmill, Sportcraft Turbo Air Hockey Table, Everlast Punching Sand Bag, Kenmore Free Standing Freezer I'm moving ... Call Laurie w/ Best Offer @ 203-2342023 ROSETTA Stone CDs. Many languages available. $65. (860) 8284884 STAMP Collection for sale. U.S., U.N. & Foreign. Half Price, Scott Catalog. (203) 630-0632

STEEL BUILDING PKG 18 x 21 Door & Anchor Bolt Incl Reg $8,200 Now $4,845 + Code Adj. Other Sizes Avail Big & Small Erection Avail www.scg-grp.com Source #11S Phone #860-237-4588

CHEST HIGH Fishing waders. $30. (860) 747-4849

PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION. 1 Session only, $100. Group discount available! Call for next class 203-415-1144 YANKS Twins May 15-16-18 2 Main Bx 209 Ft Row..VS O’s May 19-20-21- $55.00 p/seat (2). Call 203-530-9666

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE IN BUSINESS 28 YRS. Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Srv. Free Est. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 TREE Cutting, stump grinding, wood chipping, bucket work. Fully ins’d & free estimates. Call anytime. 860-628-8830

PRICKER REMOVAL RICK’S AFFORDABLE Spring clean-ups, hedge trim, brush, tree, pricker & underbrush removal. No job too big or small. 11 yrs exp. 203-5304447.

JEWELRY NAPIER & Costume jewelry.

SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS HAYWARD D.E. Pool filter, used on 24 ft. aboveground round pool w/connections. Runs well. $100. Leaf net cover for 24 ft. round pool. Used 1 season. Good condition. $75. (860) 6212928

COMPUTERS & OFFICE EQUIPMENT COMPUTER complete; Win 98; Office 97; CD writer drive. $85. Call 203-288-8790 after 6pm

WANTED TO BUY

1-2 ITEMS SWORDS & DAGGERS UNC, QUARTER ROLLS: MASS., MARYLAND, SO. CAROLINA, N.H., AND VIRGINIA. $60.00 OR $12.00 EACH. 203-235-2096

Flags, Helmets, Fighting Knives, Bayonets, Medals, etc.

203-238-3308

Silverware, china, glass, furniture, 50’s items, whole estates.

203-238-3499

WALLINGFORD $1300 - 3 BR, 1 Bath Cape. Centrally located. 1 mo sec/1 mo rent req. Refs req. Pets considered. EOH. Avail 6/15. Call Kathy (203)265-5618 x690

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 1, 2 & 3 BRs Available. $700, $900 & $1,000. Heat & HW included. Off street parking. No pets allowed. Ask for David (203) 630-6661 or 203-444-6901

MERIDEN 1BR., 1 bath. 465 Crown St, Spring Hill Condominiums H/H included Fridge/freezer. Well-maintained. $650/mo. 203-317-9638 MERIDEN 1st floor, 1 BR, 3 rooms, stove/fridge, washer hook up, gas heat, $675 mo. Avail Now! 203-284-5843 MERIDEN 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. 2nd Floor. $750/mo+Util. No pets. Nice street near MidState. 860-262-2464 MERIDEN 3 & 4 BRs avail. Great apts in great locations. 2Mos sec; No pets; app and ref a must. Starting at $925/mo. Call for details (203) 715-1965

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! GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430

CHESHIRE $2900/mo. Impressive Colonial conveniently located in central Connecticut. Expectional detail throughout. Stainless and granite kitchen, mahogany beams and trim, luxurious master bath. Linda 203-272-1234

CHESHIRE - Raised Ranch, 3BRs, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Hdwd flrs. No pets. Close to I84. $1200/mo. Refs & sec. dep. (203) 758-4378

TOP SOIL SAND & FILL SCREENED & UNSCREENED Top Soil. Bank run gravel, fill. Picked up or delivered. D. Brescia Construction Co. 860-667-0090 or 860-209-2366 (cell)

HOUSES FOR RENT

(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA WANTED TO BUY

CT & FEDERAL FAIR HOUSING LAW

$ ALWAYS BUYING! $ 1 item to entire estate! Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 South Orchard St. Wallingford. Mon-Sat. 9:30-4:30.

PUBLISHER’S NOTICE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

MERIDEN 32 Cook Ave.

Spacious 1 BR Apt.

CONDOMINIUMS

New owners, Remodeled. Heat & HW incl. $650+. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 3rd fl furn studio, $700/mo + sec. Heat, HW, Elec incld. E. Side, very clean. Offst park. 203-630-3823 12pm8pm. www.Meridenrooms.com

FOR RENT

MERIDEN East side

WALLINGFORD -i 91 accessible. Split level. 3 full baths. 3 BRs. 2 car garage. Hardwood floors. Fireplace. Refs & Credit check. $1875/mo 203-265-5729

MERIDEN- 3BR Townhouse, garage. $1200. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904 WALLINGFORD-

SPECIAL - 1 Month Free “Yalesville On The Green” 1 BR was $1200 Now $975. 2BR Was $1400 Now $1175 All Appls including W/D, Central Heat & Air, Exercise Facility, Patio & BBQ Area. Call 203-464-8066 WLFD- Judd Square- 1BR, No pets. $700. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904

3 BR APARTMENT $750 per month plus security. (203) 901-4000 MERIDEN Lg 1BR. 1 1/2 baths, 2 levels. New appliances, washer & dryer included. Secure Parking. $750 + utils. (860) 214-4852

MERIDEN LIMITED TIME OFFER

2 BR $775+/MONTH Heat & Hot Water Included Secure building. Off street Parking. Call 203-886-7016 MERIDEN LRG 4BR, lg kitchen, dishwasher, WD hookup. Good, quiet neighborhood, offst park, yard. Near school. $1,500 860-982-6585 MERIDEN- 1, 2, 3BR units starting at $745. Some w/heat & HW incld. No pets. Sec dep & crdt ck req'd. MBI 860-347-6919.

APARTMENTS All real estate advertised in FOR RENT this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing ANTIQUES WANTED - 1 Item or Act of 1968, revised March an Estate. Estate sale service 12, 1989, which makes it provided. Seeking: Meridenillegal to advertise any HOME SWEET HOMES Offers made items, lamps, paintings. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025 preference, limitation, or Meriden - Studio & 1BR apt From discrimination based on $650. Heat & HW incl. Avail. race, color, religion, nationimmed! 203-938-3789 al origin, sex, sexual orienMERIDEN- 1BR $725/mo. tation, handicap, or familial Heat, HW & Electric incl. PriCASH PAID FOR ALL vate balcony, off st parking, status or intention to make COSTUME JEWELRY laundry facilities, manageany such preference, limi- HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Especially Napier. 203-530-8109 ment & maintenance on site. tation or discrimination; Meriden- 3BR, Recently renovatSection 8. approved. No dogs. and is also subject to the ed, $1200/mo. Heat & HW incl. Cat w/deposit. State of Connecticut Gen- Available immediately. For info 203-639-4868 203-938-3789 eral Statutes Sections 46aDEE’S ANTIQUES 64c which makes it illegal MER. FURNISHED apts + rms: ALL MERIDEN- 1BR to advertise any prefer- Incl Heat, Elec, HW. Ground fl Clean, newly decorated. 2nd flr, Buying Silverplate, Glass, ence, limitation or discrimi- furn effic, $210/wk+sec. RMs Heat, Hot water & cooking gas Furn, music instruments, nation based on race, $130/wk+sec. 203- 630-3823 incl. $700. Small pet ok. 38 Linchina, art, collectibles. coln St. Call (203) 440-4789 creed, color, national ori- www.Meridenrooms.com 1 item to estate. MERIDEN gin, ancestry, sex, sexual MERIDEN- 1BR, 2nd flr. Stove & 1 & 2RM EFFICIENCY refrigerator included. New carorientation, marital status, 203-235-8431 age, lawful source of $450 & $550. Some incld utils. 2 peting. Secure building. No income, familial status, or mo sec. Credit ck req. No pets. pets. One month security. WANTED: Fishing tackle, local $775 per month. 203-376-1259 physical or mental disabili- Call 203-284-0597 collector looking for old or MERIDEN 1 BEDROOM ty, or an intention to make new, Rods, reels, lures, high1-year lease. 581 Crown Village. any such preference, limiest prices paid. Call Dave anyAvailable now. $750 per month. tation, or discrimination. time 860-463-4359 Includes heat & hot water. MERIDEN- 2BR unit with dining This newspaper will not Call Natalie 203-671-2672 room or use as 3rd bedroom on knowingly accept any the 2nd floor in this quiet area. MERIDEN 1 BR advertising for real estate Newly renovated with parking. or for the sale or rental of 53 Washington St. New carpet. 81 Parker Ave North. $900 + residential property which New paint. No pets. $625/month. sec. Utils. not included. No is in violation of these laws. 2 months security. 203-494-2147 pets. (203) 537-1278

203-284-3786

Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Marketplace.

HOUSES FOR RENT PLAINVILLE. House for rent. 2 BR, perfect for home office. $1000/mo plus util. Avail immed. 860-221-5998.

MERIDEN 1 BR Apartment. Nice and quiet. WD hookup, off st parking. Hardwood floors, porch. Cats OK. $550 per month plus utils. (203) 554-3377

MERIDEN 1 BR Stove, heat & hot water incl. Lease, security & refs. No pets. (203) 239-7657 or 203-315-7300

MERIDEN- 2BR, 1st flr, w/appls. Excellent condition. Off st. parking. No pets. $900 + sec. & utils. (860) 663-1229 MERIDEN- 3BR, 3rd flr, Big unit. 92 Franklin St. Newly renovated. Gas heat. No pets. Discounted rent. $895. 203-5371278.

38 APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN- Crown St. Large 1BR, 1st flr, lots of closet space. $700/mo. Section 8 approved. 203-265-4664 MERIDEN- Spacious 2BR, new appl’s incl. washer, dryer, DW, microwave, yard. Good neighborhood, near school. Off-st park. $1,100 +utils. 860-982-6585 MERIDEN- Wallingford line, Large, Luxury 2BR condo. Laundry. Rent - $850 + utils, no pets. 203-245-9493 x 2. MERIDEN-177 Foster St. Renovated, 1st fl, 2BR-$875. 2nd fl, 3/4BR, W/D hkup. $1100. Section 8 approved. Stove, refrig, micro, lg yd, off-st park. 203-634-3210 MERIDEN-2BR apt for rent. Newly renovated. Quiet. $750/mo + sec. No pets. Call Craig 203-537-6121 anytime. MERIDEN-2BR, 2nd flr, updated, Hdwd floors, gargage incld. $850/mo, 1st/last/sec. Call (203) 686-1016

MERIDEN-3BR, 2nd Fl., W/D hookup, off-street parking,60 Prospect St. $850/mo. Sec. 8 approved. Call 203-376-5599 MERIDEN-Bright & cozy 2BR, 2nd flr. Stove & refrig. No utils. Off-st park. Fenced yd, 3 season porch. $750 +1mo sec. 193 Springdale Ave. (203) 237-8445 MERIDEN-Studio apt. Center of town. $450/mo + utils. 1BR, $575/mo +utils. No pets. Sec & refs. Call 203-982-3042 MERIDEN. 2 BR, 2nd flr, modern, w/d hookup, off st parking, DR, absolutely no pets. Good credit & ref. Avail June 1. $850. (203) 634-0576 NEW BRITAIN - 3BR apt, 2nd flr of 3 family house. Appls. incl. W/D hookup. W/W carpeting, off st. parking and close to Central. $875/mo. 1 mo. security. No pets. (860) 223-6256

NEW BRITAIN House for rent with option to buy. Seller will pay closing costs. Why rent when you can own your own house and pay less? Choose from 2 for 3 family houses. Please call Nilda (203) 507-7800 We Habla Espanol PLAINVILLE 1BR units Starting at $515/month. One months security required. No pets. MBI 860-347-6919 SOUTH MERIDEN - 1BR Apt. 2nd floor, appliances, laundry facility. No utilities. No pets. No smoking. $675 month. Security deposit req. Call 203-238-7562 SOUTHINGTON - 1 1/2 RM Efficiency, near I-84 $130/wk. Incld heat & HW, A/C, appl’s. Sec dep & refs req 860-620-0025 WALLINGFORD - 2 BR, Meadow St, 3rd flr, off-str pkg, $800, 203-288-3743

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, May 7, 2009 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

SENIORS 62 PLUS More than a rental, a lifestyle • One BR SUITES • One & Two BR COTTAGES • Immediate Availability • Affordable monthly rates • No buy in • No lease • Pet friendly • Tours daily Call for appointment or info 203-237-8815 330 Broad Street, Meriden www.millercommunity.org SOUTHINGTON-3BR, 2nd flr. LR, big kit & bath, gar, laundry. $850/ mo. 17 Bristol St. No pets. Credit check. Open House Sun 4pm-5pm back dr. 203 699-9143 WALLINGFORD - 2 BR Large kitchen, off-street parking. $875 includes utilities. 203-530-1840 WALLINGFORD 1BR, 2nd FL. $725. Stove, refrig & dishwasher. Off street parking. Balcony. No smoking. No pets. Credit check. 203-269-9149 WALLINGFORD 2BR, 3rd flr, wall-to-wall carpet, W/D hookup. Two off street parking spaces. $800 + security. No pets. 203-213-3560 WALLINGFORD So Main St. 3rd flr. Quiet. 4 Rms. Hardwood flrs, eat-in kitchen, off st parking. Pet considered. Refs, lease, sec. Incl HW. $900/mo. (203) 265-9243 WALLINGFORD- 1BR, studio, kitchen. Stove & refrigerator included. Centrally located. $525. No pets. 2 mo security + refs. 203-265-0698 WALLINGFORD-1BR, 1st Floor. Stove & refrigerator. $775 includes heat. No pets. 1 month security. Call 203-269-1148 WLFD 1BR 2nd FL off street parking. 2mos sec 1st mo rent + references. NO PETS. 203294-0329 WLFD-2BR, 3rd flr, $750/mo + utils inclds refrig, stove & W/D hkup. Whittlesey Ave. Off-stpark. No smoke/pets. Good credit. 2mos sec. Jerry 508-758-6927 WLFD. OVERSIZED Tri-level, applianced kitchen, lots of storage & closet space. NO PETS. $1195. Call J.J. Bennett, 203-2657101. YALESVILLE 1BR, 1st flr, appls. included. No Pets. 1 Mo. rent + 1 Mo. Sec. $600. 203-284-9100 Mon-Fri, 8-4

ROOMS FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, utils,. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $130/wk. www.Meridenrooms.com or call 203-630-3823 12pm-8pm MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util, share kit, bath & LR. Washer & dryer, off st parking. $150/week. 2 wks sec. (203) 605-8591

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

VACATION & SEASONAL RENTALS SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No commissions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com 1-866-708-3690

WLFD $285,000 “Pristine” Ranch. 2+BDRMS, DR, FR, HDWD flrs, C/A, att gar. Total update. Huge level fnc’d yard/deck/patio. “Must See”. EZ to twn, Y, Choate, Yale. $8000 tax credit to qualified buyers! Dee (203) 265-5618

MERIDEN-E. side. “Estate Sale” 2-family. 5 & 5, LR, DR, 2BR, updated kit., bath, 2 enclosed porchs, 3-car gar., vinyl siding, full bsmt. (2) 100amp service, (2) gas boilers & water heaters. Bonus-zoned com. “C-4” Ideal for residents and/or business. Must See property! Call Ania (203) 488-6389 or (203) 623-2009

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. $99,000. Kathy (203) 235-3300

GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT WOW! CALL FOR THIS MONTH’S AMAZING MANAGER’S SPECIALS! Storage Space-Clean, well lit, fenced facility. 5’x10’-$58.29, 5’x15’-$68.89, 10’x10’-$94.33, 10’x15’-$116.59, 10’x20’$132.49, 10’x30’-$206.69. CALL (203) 250-1515 for details. YALESVILLE-Hartford Turnpike. Garage Bay for rent. 10ft overhead door, heat & running water avail. Call 203-641-4746

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT

MERIDEN Ideal corner lot pro landscaped well cared for home in desirable area. Home sits on lg lot w/beautiful mt views. Impressive great rm w/vaulted ceiling & HW flrs. $279,000. Call Vicki (203) 235-3300

Michelle Wininger Realtor/Residential Specialist Let me explain the new tax credit of up to $8,000 for first time buyers. This is NOT a loan, you pay nothing back on purchases from now to Nov 30th.

MIDDLETOWN Spacious 2BR 1.5 bath Townhouse in lovely Ridgely. Plenty of space plus a family room. Come see! $169,900. Brian Miller 203-2655618

860-707-5389 Michelle@ MissionRealEstateCT.com

MERIDEN 1 unit avail at approx 1130sqft $1,000/mo w/o utils. Bathrm & storage rm. Near Gianni’s Restaurant. MBI 860347-6919 MERIDEN Approx 900sqft, 5Rms + reception area & 2 baths, bsmt option extra. $1000/mo w/o utils. Near Gianni’s Restaurant. MBI 860-347-6919

MERIDEN/WALLINGFORD BRAND NEW 2BR DELUXE HOME IN UPSCALE PARK ON NICE LOT. FINANCING AVAIL. 10% DOWN $69,900.

203-799-7731 MERIDEN-Office space available in downtown. Across the street from future engineering company, plenty of parking available. $10 per sq. foot, 500 to 3600 sq. feet available. Please call 203-235-1511 x701. MERIDEN. 3 rm office suite, 1st flr, heat & electric. 1st mo. free, sec & ref. $650. Colony RE 203-235-5797

MERIDEN Lovely 3BR Ranch w/HW fls, remod EIK & bath, 3 season sun room, 2c det gar, fin LL w/bar, many updts, including roof, windows & much more + CAIR, private quiet area. $179,900. Kathy (203) 235-3300

3BR, 1 bath Colonial Off st parking in Meriden For more info, go to: www.buyahomeinct.com Homes R Us

BERLIN Raised Ranch w/garage. 6 rms, 34BRs, 1.5 baths. 3 season porch. Lg. back yard. Efficient, 2-zone gas heat, new furnace & HW heater. $249,900. The Buyer’s Broker 860-965-8668

Join a team of spirited, friendly, dedicated co-workers! Service Response Line Coordinator for Building Services in a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community. Responsible for receiving directing calls for Maintenance, Housekeeping & Laundry. Excellent Customer Service skills Dispatcher experience a plus. Good Computer skills a must Position available immediately. Please apply in person at: Elim Park Baptist Home, 140 Cook Hill Road, Cheshire, CT, M-F, 8a-7p or weekends, 10a-3p. EOE, A/A, D/F, M/F INFINISTAFF will be hosting an Open Recruitment on Friday 5/1/09 from 10am-12pm at CT Works, 85 W Main St, Meriden, CT. We have openings for Prod u c t i o n W o r k er s , Ma c h i n e O pe ra t o rs, a n d A sse m ble rs . For more information please call 860-223-5100.

MERIDEN- For sale by owner. Commercial property. 4 1BR units - fully rented, plus restaurant - currently vacant but fully equipped. New roof, new electricity. 133 Hanover St. $325,000. (203) 912-9045

LOCAL Insurance agency has openings for licensed personal and commercial lines producers. Excellent company, flexible hours, generous compensation. Fax resume to Berlin Insurance Exchange 860-8291191 or call 860-829-1175, ask for Ted or Frank. MYSTERY Shoppers Needed. Earn up to $150 per day. Undercover Shoppers needed to Judge Retail & Dining Establishments Exp Not Required. Call Now 1-877-218-6211

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HOUSES FOR SALE

WLFD $199,900 Perfect for first time homebuyers or empty nesters! 3BR home with updated mechanicals and newer windows. Cosmetics needed, but worth the effort. Full basement w/bath and 1 car garage. Linda 203-265-5618

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL PROP.

HELP WANTED

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN - Hobart St Furnished or unfurnished. All utilities included. Parking. $125 weekly. Call 203-814-5786 MERIDEN Clean safe 1st floor, furnished rm. Share kit & BA. $120/wkly. 1 wk sec req. Call 203-238-3369 leave message.

CLERICAL POSITION P/T

INTEGRATED LAWN & LAND SERVICES Lawn maintenance position. Minimum 3 yrs mowing experience. Call (203) 537-7060

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

NO BANK QUALIFYING!

HELP WANTED

MERIDEN FOR SALE BY OWNER!!! Meriden 3 bed., 2 baths. Elegant, ranch. Granite counters. Fully applianced. Hardwood floors. Brick/vinyl siding. Attached 1-car garage. Oil heat. Recently remodeled. Landscaped. T Hooker School. $250,000 CALL: 860-637-0228 MERIDEN Our builder will buy your home at fair market value if it qualifies for our program, when you buy one of his homes. You can also find other homes for sale on our website. Visit us at www.galleriahouses.com Galleria Real Estate 203-671-2223. NC MOUNTAINS. NEW! E-Z Finish Log Cabin Shell Financing Available!! With Loft & Full Basement. Includes acreage. $99,900 Warm Winters/Cool Summers 828-247-9966 code 45

If you can’t find it in Marketplace, it’s not for sale.

WALLINGFORD 3 Bedroom, 1 bath. Immaculate, splitlevel. Large family room in finished basement. Hardwood floors. Central air. Oil heat, very efficient. New roof, furnace, vinyl siding, insulation and windows. Big fenced yard with A/G pool. Great schools. Low maintenance. Low taxes. Move-in condition. $227,900 FSBO Scott (203) 605-4181

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BOOKKEEPER-for automobile dealership. A/P, A/R, payroll, general maintenance, bank recs, prepare paperwork for DMV. Must have Quickbooks, Excel exp. 20-30/hrs per week in Wlfd. Fax resume to 203-949-0143 CONTRACTOR NEEDS CLASS A CDL Driver w/ tri-axle exp, P/T only. Call 203-271-0709. DRIVERS: School Bus P/T. Free CDL Training! No Exp. Nec. 866496-2726. Apply online at: durhamschoolservices.com GENERAL

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Thursday, May 7, 2009 — The Berlin Citizen HELP WANTED

Housekeeping

Regency House of Wallingford is a 130-bed skilled nursing facility and is currently recruiting for the following position:

Temporary PT Housekeeping, 7-3 every other weekend and on Holidays Duties include general cleaning of resident rooms and common areas. Must be available weekends and holidays and have experience cleaning in a Healthcare setting. Interested candidates please contact:

Kathy Delvey-Takasch Regency House of Wallingford 181 East Main Street Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-1661 or fax (203) 265-7842 EOE

EDUCATION

CHESHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL The primary role of a high school principal is the oversight & delivery of the educational program for all students including supervision of the teaching/learning process. In addition, the principal will develop & manage a site-based budget; establish and maintain excellent relations and communications with parents and the community, and provide level management of the facility ★ Supervise certified and classified staff ★ Collaborate w/reps of teachers & parents to assess needs and develop goals annually for the school's strategic planning objectives ★ Assist teachers in improving techniques and methodologies of teaching ★ Implement district philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate should have at least five (5) years administrative experience in a public school system. Experience in a position as a leader in curriculum/instruction administration at the high school level is required. Candidates should possess or be eligible for Connecticut Certification endorsement #092. An earned doctorate is desirable. Effective date: July 1, 2009 Closing date: UNTIL FILLED To Receive Application Contact: You may fax, phone and email:

Cheshire Public Schools Human Resource Dept. 29 Main Street Cheshire CT 06410 203-250-2429 203-250-2438 (FAX) humanresources@cheshire.k12.ct.us HELP WANTED

ECORDING RE SECRETARY For the Wallingford Planning & Zoning Commission. Involves an average of two evening meetings per month; recording & transcribing minutes of said meetings. Shorthand helpful but not necessary.

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, May 7, 2009

Happy Mother’s Day and Thank You. To: Laurie for my dear grandson Shawn To: Marylou for my caring grandson David To: Denise for my beautiful granddaughters Melissa & Gina To: Geri for my charming granddaughter Genna To: Ingrid for my dear Amy & Katie To: Monica for my darling grandson James All my love, Mom

Mom For all you do for us, a simple wish of love, now and forever. Happy Mother’s Day! Love, David, Lauren and Dad

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Happy Mother’s Day to the Best Grammy in the world. We Love You. God Bless You Always. Love You Lots, Ashley and Jenna XOXO

Viola Ayotte Happy Mother’s Day Gramma! We love you so much! Love, Tim & Kate

Mom Happy Mother’s Day. There should be more than one day to celebrate how special you are to us. We love you so much. Hugs & kisses. Love, Angel, Justin & Nora

Mom You are the strongest and smartest woman I know. Thank you for making me the person I am today. I couldn’t have done it without you. I love you! Happy Mother’s Day! Bryanna

Mommy Happy 3rd Mother’s Day. I love you Mommy! Love, Kisses & Hugs, Ava May P.S. Thank you for being a wonderful Mommy!

Grandma Eshoo We love all you do for us! Love, Toby, Noah & Nancy

Grammie, Happy Mother’s Day Grammie! I love you very much. Thank you for taking care of me and playing with me. Love, Skylar

Mama Happy Mother’s Day Mama! I love you very much. Thank you for taking care of me and playing with me. Love, Skylar

Wendy Caruso Happy Mother’s Day Grammy I Love You! Love, Nicole

Mommy Mary E. Barnes A mothers love, so very hard to explain. Joy, heartache & pain. So precious and rare. Happy Mother’s Day. Love, Diana Rose

Amy (Devine) Burdeshaw Happy First Mother’s Day Amy! Love, Mom & Dad and your Precious little Girl, “Raegan”

Alicia Sibilio Happy Mother’s Day Mommy. Thanks for being the best Mom a little girl could ask for.