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Thursday, July 1, 2010

Four top schools jobs filled as Erwin builds his team By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

The Board of Education appointed four new administrators for the 2010-2011 school year at a special meeting June 23. “It’s really very exciting for me and the school district,” said Superintendent of Schools David Erwin, adding, he was happy the school board supported the choices and likewise seemed pleased with the results of a long search process. “We have four capable and competent administrators who will become part of my team,” Erwin said. Several of the positions are “pivotal” ones and not easy to fill, he said, such as director of pupil personnel services and high school principal. Erwin was hired

earlier this year and began May 1. Beginning July 1, Dr. Valentina Parchin will be director of pupil services, replacing Fayne Malloy who retired. Parchin earned her undergraduate degree at St. Joseph’s College in Brooklyn, N.Y., and graduate degrees from Duquesne University, Pittsburg, Pa., and St. John’s University, Jamaica, N.Y.; she also earned administrative certification from the University of Hartford and a Ph.D. from St. John’s University. Currently, Parchin is director of pupil services for Shelton schools. Prior to that, she served in a similar capacity for Stafford Public Schools. Berlin High School’s new principal, beginSee Jobs, page 24

Willard Beach Bash marks the start of summer vacation By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

If you’re a fifth grade student and it’s the last day of school and the temperature is 80 degrees-plus, what should you do? It’s not multiple choice. There’s only one answer: Beach Bash. That was one of the fun

end-of-school activities, June 22, for 107 departing fifthgraders at Willard Elementary School. “They’re moving onto McGee,” said Lucy Halkias, who along with Debbie Moss, chairs the fifth grade program. In the fall, the students will attend McGee Middle School, also located

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on Norton Road, just a few hundred yards away to the west. Halkias and Moss were in charge of the Beach Bash attended by the entire fifth grade class. Halkias said “the fifth graders always have a party” on the last day of school. See Bash, page 18

In this edition, our four-part history series celebrating Berlin’s 225th anniversary year continues. This installment of the timeline brings Berlin into the age of automobiles and a time when industry grew and the town boomed. Also inside— the articles of incorporation that made an odd lot of parcels into the Town of Berlin.

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Chef Prosinski goes to Washington for food summit By Daniel Jackson Special to The Citizen On June 4, Berlin public schools food director Tim Prosinski, dressed in his white chef ’s coat, passed through security and walked onto the White House lawn. He was there with 500 other chefs, from across the country, to hear First Lady Michelle Obama unveil her newest initiative to fight childhood obesity. The program, “Chefs Move to Schools”, will encourage chefs to befriend a school and volunteer their knowledge of nutrition, as well as their creative cooking talents, to create interesting and healthy lunches that also meet the schools’ budgets and dietary guidelines. The program is run by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Prosinski has been doing just that for several years in Berlin schools. “I feel like we are ahead of

the curve, ahead of the program,” Prosinski said. Four years ago, Prosinski was hired as food director for Berlin public schools. Having come from a background in restaurants and catering, Prosinski looked for a way to add zest to the lunch menu. He enjoyed preparing food in front of people at weddings and other events, so he tried a program called “Lunch with Chef Tim.” It’s been a big hit. “The kids absolutely go out of their skin. I prepare it right in front of them. I set up sauté pans over burners and stink up the cafeteria with garlic and herbs.” Another program, which Prosinski offered during the last school year, was a cooking club with several elementary students. The club culminated with students making lunch for their whole school on June 10. ProsinsSee Chef, page 25

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, July 1, 2010

Streetscape project hits the ground extends from the Stop & Shop parking lot to Farmington Avenue, including a pond to the east of the supermarket entrance from Farmington Avenue. It includes the former sand and salt storage area on Massirio Drive next to the VFW. The project was first conceived of in 2000, when the town’s Plan of Conservation and Development was put together. It will include a park next to the Stop & Shop, originally called Town Center

Construction crews began work on Masserio Drive last week, building sidewalks as part of a downtown revitalization project.

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Graduates

Dickinson College, Pennsylvania — Mary Dickinson of Kensington. Eastern Connecticut State University — Amanda Blais, Aubrey de los Reyes of Berlin; Danielle Berube, Haley Fongemie, Jennifer Kern, David Reindl of Kensington. Fairfield University — Michael Cole, Bethany Hor-

Boston College — Kimberly Bruttomesso, Grace Little of Berlin. University of New England, Maine - Eric Cruanes of Kensington.

Xavier High School Xavier High School, Middletown, announced the

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Tunxis Scholarships and awards Tunxis Community College held its 27th annual Student Achievement Recognition Ceremony recently. Local students received the following: Foundation Academic Excellence – Daniel Silquerro of Berlin.

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the 20th century and a time of enormous change and expansion. Research and development of this timeline was done by Beth Stowell, John Winiarski, Sallie Caliandri and Cathy Nelson, assistant director of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. The information is provided courtesy

American Paper Good Factory, later Sherwood Tool. At the end of the factory, the steeple of the original St. Paul Church is visible. The church burned in 1913 and was rebuilt the next year on Alling Street. At one point during this era, the dam at Paper Goods pond collapsed.

of these local historians. Photos are provided courtesy of the Berlin Historical Society. The society is always looking to add to its photo archives and will scan photos that residents want to contribute to the collection. Also, if you have any information regarding the photos printed here, please call the museum at (860) 828-5114. 1886 — Stanley A. Labieniec opens a feed and grain store at 945 Farmington Ave. The store is still in business. 1892 — Berlin Free Library is erected on Worthington Ridge. 1893 – The American Paper Goods Company opens on Percival Avenue and Main Street. June 4, 1893 — A second Roman Catholic Church is begun in East Berlin – Rev. Thomas Shelley, pastor of St. Paul’s Church, celebrates the first Mass in Clark’s Hall in East Berlin, located near the post office. 1893 – The Chicago World’s Fair opens and 78 Berlin residents register at the Connecticut State Building

The Seward Rubber Co. factory on Farmington Avenue where currently Heritage Plaza is located. At the far end of building is Labieniec’s feed store. In the lower left corner, trolly tracks are visible. 1895 — An electric trolley from New Britain to Worthington Ridge is built with a trolley depot located on Farmington Avenue. (At the site of what today is Kensington Auto, across from CVS.) 1895 – St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church is built on Main Street, East Berlin. August 22, 1895 – The first long-distance telephone is installed at the office of Peck, Stowe, and Wilcox in

East Berlin. 1896 — Sacred Heart Church is built in East Berlin. August 1896 – A new railroad station, made of local bricks, is erected on same spot to replace the one that burned the previous year. 1897 – Berlin Savings Bank moves to new building on Main Street, Kensington 1902 —Nelson Augustus Moore (1824-1902) dies at age

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78. He was a landscape painter and designed the country’s first Civil War monument located on Percival Avenue. November 5, 1902 — Peck Memorial Library opens; it’s

run by the Kensington Library Society). The library located at corner of Main and Peck streets (305 Main St.) has 1148 books. (The building currently houses the Berlin Historical Society museum.) 1903 — The state begins licensing automobiles; nine cars are registered in

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Berlin. June 1 – D.E. Bradley registers a car in Berlin with license No. 131. July 8 – Wesley M. Burton of East Berlin registers the first motorcycle in Berlin with license No. 827. 1910 — The first disposable paper cup is invented at American Paper Goods Co. 1911 — The town’s first boy scout troop is chartered. March 17, 1912 – The town’s first Camp Fire Girls troop is chartered. 1912 – George E. Prentice Co. opens at 319 New Britain Road and invents slide fasteners (zippers) and manufactures various metal products. March 5, 1913 —St. Paul Church burns down. July 1913 – The town puts on a three day celebration for the first Civil War monument and Civil War soldiers reunion at the Kensington Congregational Church. May 24, 1914 — A new St. Paul Church made of brick, and located on Alling Street, is dedicated. 1919 – The last Berlin Fair is held at the fairgrounds on Farmington Avenue. Nov. 11, 1920 – The Soldiers Monument on Worthington Ridge is dedicated. 1921 — Stanley Chemical opens in East Berlin. 1921 –

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These 1926 photos show the age of automobiles has arrived in Berlin. This garage is on Farmington Avenue (currently where the Citgo station is located) at the avenue’s intersection with Masserio Drive. The first motion picture to be shown in town is at Town Hall. 1921 – Town Clerk’s office shows an assessment with 399 horses and 350 automobiles.

July 31, 1923 —Victory Market opens at the corner of Burnham Street and Farmington Avenue. See Timeline, next page

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Celebrating Berlin’s 225th Anniversary The Galpin Store and Warren House on Worthington Ridge across from Hudson Street are both still in existence. According to local historians, there is another site sometimes referred to as the Warren House; that is a brick house on Burnham Street which is also called the Clark House.

The First National Store, previously the Galpin Store, on Worthington Ridge diagonal to Hudson Street. Currently, it’s a private residence; a white brick building, the second house before Middletown Road. At one time, it had a full front porch.

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new roadway). It’s named for two Chamberlain brothers; one of whom lived in Meriden and the other in New Britain. June 1936 – The first class of Berlin High School graduates with 58 students. November 12, 1938 – Sgt. Henry J. Colby dies. He

was the last Civil War veteran in town. December 7, 1941 – Pearl Harbor claims town native Richard Patterson Jr. who was killed on the US Arizona making him the town’s first casualty of World War II. 1945 — The Hawthorne Inn opens. It’s still owned by same family. July 4, 1947 — Berlin Lions Memorial Pool opens on Norton Road. 1948 — Ledgecrest Convalescent Home opens. October 1949 — The Berlin Fair, at one time the state agricultural fair, is reorganized and moved to 410 Beckley Road. The event is re-named the Berlin Lions Fair.

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The religious education office at St. Paul School is scheduled to be closed for the month of July. The office plan to re-open on Monday, Aug. 2. Religious education family registration for new students for the 2010-2011 school year is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the church hall. To register a child, the family must be active registered members of St. Paul Church. Children that were not baptized at St. Paul Church must provide a copy of the Baptismal certificate at the time of registration. For more information and tuition fees, call (860) 8281934. Visit us on the Web: www.berlincitizen.com

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Kensington Congregational Church Chapel in the Woods, a summertime alternative worship, is scheduled to resume Sunday, July 11 at 8:30 a.m. The 30-minute service of scripture, hymns and homily is very casual and children are welcome. The chapel is located behind the Reeves Center. In case of rain on Sunday or anytime the preceding Saturday, the service will be held in the Parish Center. In addition to the Chapel in the Woods, traditional Sunday services continue to be held each week at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. Crib room is available for children up to 4 years old. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.

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May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day. By the 9th day, your prayer will be answered. Say it for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you, St. Jude.

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Paul Church is looking for new members for the 2010 – 2011 school year. The band rehearses once a week and performs at the 5 p.m. Life Teen Mass each Sunday. Currently there are openings for percussion, guitar and vocals. Interested teens and adults should contact Bud Volz for more information and to set up an audition at (860) 681-8355 or budvolz@comcast.net.

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and Amahl Bishara and her husband Nidal AlAzraq of Somerville, Mass.; several nieces and nephews. She was anticipating the arrival of her first great-grandchild in July. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by a sister, Eva Marion. Services were held June 24, 2010 at First Lutheran Church, New Britain. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Fairview Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the First Lutheran Church Memorial Fund. Carlson Funeral Home, New Britain was in charge of arrangements.

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Senior trips The Senior Center has scheduled the following trips. For more information, call (860) 828-7006. July 14 — Suffolk Downs Horse Racing. July 21 — Schooner Sailing, Gloucester, Mass. Aug. 3 — Log Cabin – The Legends of Entertainment

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Bicentennial Park is a public park

To the editor: I am a Berlin resident who takes my dog to Bicentennial Park on a regular basis. My dog is never off leash outside the park, my wife and I diligently pick up after our dogs’ droppings, we have participated in clean ups of the park, my dog is not aggressive, and we abide by the posted speed limit on Winesap Road. We all need to realize that Bicentennial Park is a public park, open to all citizens, and it is not private property. Winesap Road residents need to come to grips with this reality - that they have a public park at the end of their street. With that, comes a certain level of vehicle traffic, and a need for public parking. In terms of vehicles speeding in the area, I understand residents’ concerns. I have witnessed someone speeding

down the road recently. It was a car full of teenagers who turned around in front of the park, practically on two wheels. It should be noted that they did not have a dog with them, and they did not stop at the park. I believe the most effective solution to this problem would be to install speed bumps on Winesap Road. Notices have been placed in the park warning dog owners that if they do not pick up their dogs’ droppings, they may lose their off leash privileges. If owners are forced to put their dogs on leashes, what makes anyone think that this will cause owners to pick up after their dogs? People not picking up after their dogs is a problem everywhere. Take Walnut Hill Park in New Britain for example. Walk through the park, and I can guarantee you will find several dog droppings on the side of the road. Perhaps providing more waste receptacles inside Bicentennial Park and

signage reminding people to curb their dogs would help. Winesap residents have expressed fear over dogs running up to them in the park. If they are afraid of domesticated animals running up to them, what are they doing walking on a trail, in the woods, where there are wild animals? In addition, when was the last incident of someone being attacked by a dog at the park? I have been using the park for about a year now, and have never heard of such a thing. Inevitably, there will be some “bad apples”. Those individuals who are not responsible dog owners should be dealt with individually, and be held accountable for themselves and their pets. I can say based on my experience, the vast majority of dog owners at the park are responsible, and respectful of other people and their property. It appears to me See Letters, next page

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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, July 1, 2010

Commentary Student voices

Lessons learned at the lake will last a lifetime By Lauren Weiss (Seven exemplary written pieces by Berlin High School graduating seniors were recognized by the school district this year. The Portfolios of Distinction included authors: Margaret Doyle, Kacper Nedza, Lauren Weiss and Heather Zisk. Commended Papers included: Jodi Cyr, David Legnani, and Kimberly Rasmussen. Three of those essays were presented to the Board of Education at its June 14 meeting and will be published in The Citizen throughout July. The first is a college essay written by Lauren Weiss, Valedictorian of the class of 2010.) I draw the curtains and gaze out the window. It is late in the day. The sun is slowly sinking behind the rolling green hills, casting its golden glow upon the gently rippling surface of the lake. The sky begins to fade from a forgetme-not blue to a soft blend of pastel pinks and oranges. The crying gulls are replaced by colonies of chattering bats, darting over the lake in

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search of tasty insects to eat. From out by the island, a large fish jumps, silver scales winking in the fading light. I grew up there. I was little more than five years old when we joined the family’s annual summer migration to the property my great-grandfather purchased on the shore of Pontoosuc Lake, Massachusetts. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins alike all congregated there for a few days to take advantage of the surrounding area. It was at this place and among these familiar faces that I experienced many of my “firsts.” For example, the summer before my brother was born, my father bought me a Mickey Mouse pole and introduced me to the art of lakeside fishing. I caught on rapidly (pun very much intended), and soon became a sort of fishing champion amongst my family. None of my cousins could even come close to my daily fish-counts; despite being the youngest, I would always walk away as the winner of our informal annual fishing derbies. Sunfish and perch simply seemed to gravitate towards my pole, as if they knew their brief entrapment would lead to wonderment and delight for an eager little girl. Catching “Moby Dick,” a smallmouth bass nearly my size swimming beneath our wooden dock, only solidified this theory; bass do not normally stray so close to the shore, and the fact that it did not simply snap the pole or pull me off of the dock is remarkable in its own right. Every year since then, I have tried to repeat my miraculous feat. I have reeled in a variety of underwater life from rock bass to catfish, but it seems as

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May 1785: The Town of Berlin is born

Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

(The following articles of incorporation for the Town of Berlin was provided by the Town Clerk’s office.) STATE OF CONNECTICUT AT A GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT HOLDEN AT HARTFORD IN SAID STATE, ON THE SECOND THURSDAY OF MAY, BEING THE 12TH DAY OF SAID MONTH, AND CONTINUED BY ADJOURNMENTS UNTILL THE NINTH DAY OF JUNE NEXT FOLLOWING ANNO DOM 1785.

Upon the Memorial of the Inhabitants of the Societies of Kensington, New Britain, and Worthington Shewing to this Assembly the many Difficulties and Inconveniences they are subjected to for want of being Incorporated into a separate and distinct Town by themselves and the great Necessity thereof, Praying that the same may be done accordingly as per Memorial on FileResolved by this Assembly that all the Lands lying within the Limits hereafter described, with the Inhabitants residing therein be and the same are hereby Constituted a separate an distinct Town by themselves and entitled to have and enjoy all the Rights, Privileges and Immunities that other Towns in this State have and do enjoy and shall have Liberty to elect and appoint all Officers necessary and Proper for a Town to Levy and Collect Taxes in the same Manner as other Towns in this State are allowed by Law to do and to transact all other Matters necessary and proper for a Town, That the Limits and Bounds of said Town shall be as follows viz to begin at the North East Corner of the Society of New Britain thence Westerly and Southerly in the Line of said Society untill it comes to the North East Corner of the Town of Southington thence in Line of Southington to Wallingford North Line thence Easterly in Wallingford North Line untill it comes to the Town of Middletown thence Northerly in Middletown West Line untill it comes to the South West Corner of John Kirbys Home Lott thence Easterly in the South Side of said Kirbys Home Lott to the West Side of the Highway that leads to Samuel Galpins Dwelling House thence Northerly on the West Side of said Highway to the Road running East and West, thence Easterly in the South Side of said East and West Highway to the middle of Kirby’s Bridge so called thence Northerly as the River Runs to Weathersfield thence as the Easterly and Northerly Lines of that part of the Society of Worthington lying in said Weathersfield run, till they come to the East Line of the Town of Farmington thence Northerly in the East line of Farmington to the first mentioned Bounds, And shall be called and known by the name of Berlin, and the said Town of Berlin shall be entitled to have and receive from the several Towns from whence the same is taken their due Proportion of the Town Stocks of such respective Towns and be held to pay

their proportion of all the Debts of said Towns already incurred according to the List of said Town of Berlin and shall also take upon them the support of their part of the Town Poor in each of said Towns by the Rule aforesaid and the several Taxes of said respective Towns already Granted may be Collected and applyed to the Payment of their several Debts and Expenses already incurred or that may hereafter arise upon Abatements on Lists already given in and the same being first paid and discharged said Town of Berlin shall be entitled to their Part and proportion of the Overplus (if any be), And the said Town of Berlin shall hold their first Meeting at the Meeting House in the Society of Kensington on the second Monday of June next, at ten o’clock in the forenoon, when and where they may Chuse such Town Officers as by Law are required, who shall continue in Office untill a new Meeting shall be held in and for said Town in the Month of December next, and said Meeting shall have Power to transact all Matters necessary for a Town and to adjourn to a future Period if necessary and Inhabitants being legal Voters being duly warned to attend said Meeting at least three Days before the holding thereof of Gen. Selah Hart Elias Beckley and David Mather or either of them and General Selah Hart shall preside at said Meeting until a Moderator shall be Chosen and shall take and Count the Votes for such Moderator. And Whereas the Town of Farmington hath some Time since by their Legal Vote for the purpose agreed to locate and lay out a part of their Highways which were not necessary for the purpose of Highways each of the Societies within said Farmington to be exclusively entitled to the Avails of the Lands so to be taken up or laid out from said Highways within their respective Limits they to provide all future needfull Highways within their own Limits at their own Expense to the full Amount of the Lands so to be taken up as aforesaid which said Lands have been chiefly taken up and laid out and the Moneys thence arising been appropriated accordingly, It is thereupon further Resolved that nothing herein shall be Construed to effect the true intent of said Vote but that the Societies of Kensington and New Britain and that part of the Society of Worthington lying within the Town of Farmington shall be exclusively entitled to the Avails of said Highways within their own Limits they to provide future Highways within the same according to the Tenor of said Vote anything in this Resolve notwithstanding, And it is also further Resolved that the Debts if any that may be due to any of the Towns on Account of Taxes or the overplus Money that may remain if any shall belong to & be borne by those Inhabitants now belonging to the respective Towns from whence they are taken.

It’s ‘our’ park

Letters

Hay there

Continued from page 14 that Winesap road residents will not be satisfied until Bicentennial Park is designated their own private park. Christopher Stowe Berlin

To the editor: Well, it was a matter of time before someone used the “dog and dog owners have taken over the park.” For someone whom lives in that area, you would think they would know that other than dogs, I’ve seen trail

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Rolls of hay dot the countryside at the corner of Four Rod Road and Norton Road.

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bikes, people jogging, walking etc. I’m a tax payer in Berlin and the only place in Berlin to take my dogs is Bicentennial Park. I clean up after them and keep them in my site at all times. I’m sure I can’t take my dogs to Percival pool, or the playground at Willard or any other park in Berlin. That’s a very selfish and ignorant statement. We haven’t taken over; we just needed some where to take them. If they need somewhere to take their kids and don’t like dogs - well there is Willard, a great playground made just for your kids. And the beauty of that playground is it’s just minutes away. Brian Morrell Berlin

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Obituaries

Conrad A. Guenzel

Conrad A. Guenzel, 44, of Berlin, died peacefully surrounded by family on June 19, 2010 at the Smilow Cancer Center at Yale-New Haven Hospital. A graduate of Gateway High School in Monroeville, Penn. and Troy University, he is survived by his wife, Karen Schap; three children, Callista Zuffelato and her husband Peter, Nathan Mor-

ris, and Amanda Morris; his parents, Gregory and Teresa Guenzel; his mother-in-law, Callista Winkler; his brothers, Grant and Chris Guenzel; his sisters-in-law, Shannon and Dana Guenzel; his grandson, Wilder Orion Zuffelato; two nephews, Blase and Matthew Guenzel; a niece, Greta Guenzel; and countless friends and coworkers at the Department of Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Affairs in West Haven. Conrad was an incredibly kind and gentle soul who lived life to its fullest and touched everyone who knew him. His first love was his family, but he also had in-

credible passion for so many other things in life. His love of antique cars was evident in his own personal collection, which included his favorite 1967 Cutlass and his 1936 Chevy Coup. His love of birds could be witnessed on any given day in his backyard, where he welcomed a huge, beautiful variety of birds each and every day. Finally, Conradâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incredible passion for music could be found by browsing his collection of 3000 CDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ranging from classical to heavy metal. A celebration of Conradâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was held June 23, 2010 at Porterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home,

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Janet Grahn Janet (Anderson) Grahn died peacefully at the home of her daughter on June 21, 2010. She was the beloved wife of the late Roy Grahn. She was born in Hartford to the late Lawrence and Anna Anderson and lived in Southington for the past 43 years. She retired from the assessorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office in the Town of Southington12 years ago. She spent her retirement enjoying time with friends and family and reading her books. She was loved deeply by her family and friends and will leave a large void in so many peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Gerdis and son-in-law John Gerdis of Berlin; a sister, Nancy (Anderson) MacIntyre of Newington; three grandchildren, Kimberly Gerdis of Berlin, Nicolas Grahn of Southington and Kristoffer Gaston of Orlando, Fla.; two greatgrandchildren, Pierce and Dagan Gaston of Orlando, Fla. and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son David Grahn; her sister Marjorie MacKinnon; brother-in-law George MacKinnon; brother-in-law Richard MacIntyre and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Martha and Joseph Cirilli. Services were held June 25, 2010 at the Plantsville Funeral Home, Plantsville. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Southington. Janetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family would like to extend their deep appreciation to the CT Hospice nurses for their kindness and care during the past few weeks. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Central Connecticut, 56 West Main St., Plainville, CT 06062-1904. For online condolences and directions please visit w w w. p l a n t s v i l l e f u n e r a l home.com.

Harry R. Nelson Harry R. Nelson, 75, of Berlin, died June 23, 2010. He was the son of the late George and Mabel (Holmquist) Nelson and was the husband of Catherine (Pacyna) Nelson. He was retired from the State of Connecticut where he was employed as a mechanic for 37 years. He was a member of the Berlin Polish Political Club, and a member of Sacred Heart Church in East Berlin. In addition to his loving wife Catherine, he is survived by two daughters Cheryl Carella and her husband Matthew of Newington and Karen Nelson of Southington; two sons Ronald Nelson of Colchester and Donald Nelson of Southington; a sister Janet Bennett of Southington; four step-children John Wojtusik and his wife Susan of Kensington, James Wojusik of Northwood, N.H., Joseph Wojtusik and his wife Beth of Middletown, Jeffery Wojtusik of Middletown; two sisters-in-law, Joan and Lucy Nelson; 11 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by a son Steven Nelson; two sisters Ethelyn and Doris; two brothers George Jr. and Richard. A Mass of Christian Burial was held June 28, 2010 at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. The Berlin Memorial Funeral Home, Kensington was in charge of arrangements.

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though Moby Dick was a onetime occurrence; my memories of the event and the pictures of me with him are the only evidences left of his existence. Nevertheless, every time I see a fish jump out in the middle of the lake, I believe it is my smallmouth bass, daring me to keep casting. Unfortunately, it has recently become impossible to find the time and room for all of us to stay at the lake together. However, when I was younger, an incredible portion of my father’s side of the family would all descend upon the lake house at the same time. It was a frenzy of relatives coming and going, swimming and sunbathing, sleeping and eating, and scavenging for an open bathroom. Nevertheless, I would not have traded this mass chaos for anything in the world. Wherever I happened to be at any given moment, there was always someone around who was willing to show me something new. I accompanied a large group out to the little is-

land in the middle of the lake as they attempted to discover the reason behind the old “NO TRESPASSING” signs that had been hanging on its trees for many years. I was taught how to kayak, and I have spent countless hours since then paddling up and down the shoreline. I have even managed to reach a semi-hidden cove, where the water is always as smooth as glass and the only sign of human life is an ancient sunken dock. My first cousins, all older boys, delighted in the aforementioned fishing derbies, which involved making intricate lures from drinking straws and garbage-bag ties, as well as water fights intense enough to be classified as guerilla warfare. Stoneskipping became a highly-developed art form, and the ability to slide down a wet hill in a cardboard box was an essential survival skill. Of course, no matter what adventures and discoveries were made during the day, we would come together each night to eat, talk, and possibly listen to a chapter or two of “Harry Potter.” It was a wonderful feeling to be sur-

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Just one hour before the last bell of the year, the water balloon toss started out fairly sedately. A game of catch. An occasional popped balloon and the resulting automatic shriek. Back and forth, kids throwing balloons. Then somewhere, somehow, somebody gave a signal. Imagine the energy of a fifth-grader — plus the anticipation of an endless summer

vacation stretching out before that student after months of grueling study. Multiply that by 107. The beach bash is on! Water balloons flying, the chaos theory in action, the noise level shaking windows as far away as East Berlin. Kids dumping buckets of left-over water on their heads, parents with video cameras saving the moment for posterity. An occasional water balloon goes astray and an adult target yells “watch it.”

A little crazy fun, but amazingly, the scene settled down in just moments as teachers gathered students together for a more serious moment. Every year the departing fifth-grade class presents a gift to the school. This year, students presented the school with two park benches, each with the inscription “donated by Willard Class of 2010.” Principal Sal Urso accepted the gift on behalf of the school.

Citizen photo by Olivia L. Lawrence

Students at Willard Elementary School cool off with water balloons at the traditional end of the year Beach Bash.

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of Kensington. The couple has six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

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Vazquez enjoying the life of a pro ballplayer By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen It has been a whirlwind year for pitcher Kyle Vazquez. Last June, the Berlin High School alumnus was drafted by the San Francisco Giants in the 15th round of the MLB First-Year Player Draft. Since then, Vazquez’ baseball journey has taken him to Arizona, Oregon, Georgia and California, just to name a few stops. Currently, Vazquez is with the Giants’ Vazquez GreenJackets, a Long Season Single-A team in Augusta, Georgia. Heading into this week, Vazquez had started 12 games and owned a record of 4-3. In 66.2 innings of work, the 6foot-3, 175-pound righty had struck out 42 and scattered 67 hits. The GreenJackets were 44-30. Vazquez has been pleased with his professional career so far, and for good reason. He pointed out that his Short Season Single-A team, the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes, based in Salem, Oregon, won the league title in 2009. Another highlight for Vazquez was being invited to a strength and conditioning camp in San Francisco where he worked out at the Giants’ stadium, AT&T Park. “So far things have been good,” said Vazquez, who turned 22 last week. With a lot of bus travel and long hours at the ball park, the life of a minor league player can be grueling, but according to Vazquez “it is more fun than anything.” “The teammates and fans have been great,” he said. “So far, the two seasons I have played with a majority of the same kids — some minor changes — so I have become pretty close with the group of guys. The kids I play with are a great group, and so are the coaches, which make it a lot more fun.” “I consider myself lucky with the coaches I have had,” he continued. “I learn a lot from both the players and coaches. I’m around a bunch of good ballplayers with a lot of knowledge in the game, so I pick things up from everybody.” It’s a good thing Vazquez gets along with his teammates; he shares an apartment with three of them. The rest of the GreenJackets reside in the same apartment complex. Of course, Vazquez dreams of one day living the posh lifestyle of a MLB player, but for now, he’s focused on winning games for the GreenJackets. “I’m having a lot of fun with what I’m doing, and so I’m trying my best to make it last as long as possible and take it as far as I can,” he said. A 2006 graduate of BHS, Vazquez helped lead the Redcoats to a state championship in baseball in 2005 and to a state title in basketball the following year. He continued his baseball career, on scholarship, at New Hampshire’s Franklin Pierce University.

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Sports Briefs Berlin High School’s Alyssa Scheyd finished tied for eighth at the New England girls golf championship, held last week in Keene, New Hampshire. Scheyd, an incoming senior, carded an 81 (42-39) at the tournament, which drew more than 60 of the top female high school players from Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine. “Alyssa really played some great golf and I think gave us a sneak preview of what we can expect for her senior year,” said BHS girls golf coach Jim Barnes. “She has all the skills needed to consistently be one of the best high school golfers in Connecticut. I know she is planning on working very hard on her game this summer. With a little extra work on course management and her short game skills, the results next year could be very special.” Recent Berlin High School graduate A.J. Marsiglia was selected to compete in the 12th annual Governor’s Cup football game, played Saturday at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. The event pits the top senior players from Connecticut against their counterparts from Rhode Island. Connecticut won 29-7 and leads the series 9-3. BHS cheerleaders Liz Dunham and Tessa Cugno were selected for the all-star cheerleading squad. The Connecticut High School Coaches Association has selected veteran Berlin High School baseball coach Leo Veleas for enshrinement in its Hall of Fame. The CHSCA Hall of Fame, located at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, also includes Berlin coaching legends Bill Gibney, Don Bates and Al Pelligrinelli. Berlin High School athletics director Jim Day received the CIAC’s “Friend of Unified Sports” award this past spring. Day was recognized for advancing the de-

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Berlin High School was well-represented at the 12th annual Connecticut-Rhode Island Governor’s Cup football game. Former BHS lineman A.J. Marsiglia competed in the game and former BHS cheerleaders Liz Dunham and Tessa Cugno were selected for the all-star cheerleading squad. The trio is pictured. velopment of Unified Sports, not just in Berlin, but throughout the state. Unified Sports is a registered program of Special Olympics that combines approximately equal numbers of athletes with and without intellectual disability on sports teams for training and competition. Suffield Academy junior Matt Gianoni, a Berlin resident, was named All-Western New England Prep Baseball League first-team this season. Gianoni was 5-0 on the mound with two saves during the regular season. Suffield Academy won the Cleary Division title. Kensington resident Matt Algiere earned the Senior Award as a member of the Xavier High School track and field team. East Berlin’s Brian Freeland earned the Xavier lacrosse team’s Most Valuable Award. Ryan Love,

of Berlin, earned the Senior Award as a member of the Xavier volleyball team. The Timberlin Senior Golf Association held a Two-Man Scramble event recently. Coming in first in the A Flight were Don Keller and Bob Stein with a net 31. A net 31 by Al Gallo and Bob Michaud was good enough for second. Bob Wenzel and Willie D’Amato fired a net 32 for third place honors. The fourth-place team of Ed Daleski and Harold Osborne also finished with a net 32. Rounding out the field were Dick Zesk and Cliff Barrett (net 33) and Tom Donahue and Bob Ashley (net 33). In the B Flight, Frank Sataline and Ed Chmielewski took first place with a net 32.

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, July 1, 2010

Sports year started off in style for BHS By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Over the next three weeks, The Citizen will take a look back at the year in sports at Berlin High School, a year in which history was made, champions were crowned, new coaches emerged and records were set. This week, the fall season … After coming up emptyhanded in its previous 12 playoff appearances, the BHS football team claimed the program’s first state championship. The Redcoats defeated Bethel 46-6 in the CIAC Class M title game. Along with the state crown, Berlin, which ran up a record of 10-2, was the Central Connecticut Conference Division III champion. During the season, BHS junior Max DeLorenzo surpassed Class of 2002 alum Maurice Humphrey’s school rushing record of 2,939 yards. DeLorenzo set BHS’s single-game rushing record,

single-season rushing record, and single-game record for carries as well. Another highlight of the season came on Thanksgiving eve when Berlin took on New Britain before a huge crowd at Willowbrook Park. The host Hurricanes won the hotly-anticipated matchup, 27-13. The BHS girls soccer team lived up to the hype. The senior-heavy Lady Redcoats went undefeated during the regular season en route to claiming the Central Connecticut Conference South Division title. The locals were knocked out of the CIAC Class L state tournament in the quarterfinal round with a 2-1 loss to Avon. Berlin’s eighth-year head man Steve Yanosy collected his 100th coaching victory during the season. Unlike their female counterpart, the BHS boys soccer team had a tough time generating victories. The Redcoats had a record of 5-92, which left them short of

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Right: All-American Kerry Scalora helped lead the Berlin High School girls soccer team to the 2009 Central Connecticut Conference South Division title. Left: Krystie Luczynski had a huge season in 2009, which likely prevented the young BHS volleyball team from having a rocky campaign. Center: With Dan Hackett behind center, the BHS football team claimed the 2009 CIAC Class M and CCC Division III championships. qualifying for the state tournament. Its roster was decimated by graduation, but the BHS volleyball team still managed to turn in a successful

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campaign. The Lady Redcoats rolled up a record of 15-7. Berlin advanced to the second round of the CIAC Class M state tournament where it was eliminated with a 3-0 loss to Woodland. The BHS girls swim team hung tough under the direction of first-year coach Amanda McCarthy. Powered by senior Sam DeGroff, the Lady Redcoats won their first six meets of the season and went on to place 13th at the CIAC Class M state championship. The BHS cross country program had a new face at its helm, as well, as Steve Soucy took the reins from longtime coach Dave Scannell. The Berlin boys, paced by senior Ricky Lewandowski, finished second in the Central Connecticut Conference South Division and 14th at the CIAC Class MM meet. Led by sophomore Kaylene Sylvain, the BHS girls ran to a third place finish in the CCC South and were 17th in Class MM. Also … The fall season was BHS’s first competing in the Central Connecticut Conference. Berlin left the Northwest Conference at the end of the 2009 school year … Several BHS senior athletes made their college

plans known last fall. The Class of 2010 produced several NCAA Division I athletes. They are: Sam DeGroff (swimming, Providence College), Blair Ferry (soccer, University of Massachusetts), Kerry Scalora (soccer, University of Pennsylvania), Nikki Kureczka (soccer, Central Connecticut State University), Katelyn Zarotney (basketball, Siena College), Alexys Vazquez (basketball, Fairfield University), Kellyn Goldberger (diving, Central Connecticut State University), Andrew Thurston (swimming, University of Massachusetts) and Anthony Marzi (baseball, University of Connecticut) …The CIAC Board of Control voted unanimously last fall to accept the proposal of the CIAC Football Committee to adapt a new division and playoff structure for the sport of football beginning in 2010. The new format calls for four equal divisions by enrollment (LL, L, M, S), down from the current six (LL, L, MM, M, SS, S). Eight teams in each division will qualify for the playoffs … In Powderpuff football action last fall, BHS fell to Newington, 28-0.

Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

Post 68 not going down without a fight

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By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Heading into the summer, it appeared the young Berlin Post 68 American Legion baseball team would take its lumps. And it has. Through 16 games, the new-look Berlin squad owned an overall record of 4-12. Post 68 was 3-7 and in seventh place in Zone 3, which it dominated in 2009. “You can’t teach experience, unfortunately,” said Berlin manager Rob Manzo. Although Berlin’s record is not where he or his guys would like it to be, Manzo said “we’re showing some fight.” “We lost a lot of close games,” the veteran coach said, mentioning a pair of recent walk-off losses to Madison and East Haddam. “We battled back in both games. We’ve just come across some really, really good pitching.” Manzo’s own pitching staff has been led by Taylor Anderson, who was victorious in his last two starts heading into this week. Will Matuszak also has done a fine job on the mound. At press time, Ma-

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Berlin Post 68’s Will Matuszak makes a diving catch in a 9-2 loss to North Cumberland, Rhode Island on Saturday. tuszak had yet to win a game, but owned a sparkling .92 earned-run average. Sean Sylvester, Austin Barnes and Bobby Mozzicato also have had productive outings for Post 68. Offensively, Manzo’s club has struggled. But one bright spot has been the bat work of Zach Parsons, who had three hits in a 5-3 win over Meriden on Sunday and is batting .360 for the year. Like its hitting, Berlin’s defense has been lackluster. Manzo pointed out that his

team’s fielding percentage has dropped 20 points recently. When it comes to the three aspects of the game — pitching, hitting and fielding — Manzo lamented: “We just haven’t put a good streak together … We’re looking to put it all together pretty soon.” Post 68 had better hurry. To qualify for the state tournament play-in, a team must win at least 13 of its 24 zone games.

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Senior boys Westfield, MA 5, Berlin Red 3 (Division finals): Berlin came up a little short in the program’s first-ever finals appearance. Luke Switzer had two goals for Berlin, which set a team record for wins this season (8) and fewest goals allowed (41). Ben Tomascak accounted for

Berlin’s other goal in the title game. Jason Corriveau made 14 saves against Westfield. Tim Synnott, Austin Lawrence, Logan Karroll and Jake Eliades also played well defensively for Berlin. Berlin Red 8, West Hartford Red 7 (Division semifinals): Jordan Kradas, Matt Cote and Silas Fischer netted two goals apiece as Berlin

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The Berlin U14 boys travel soccer team finished first at the 16th Annual Green Mountain Challenge, held June 19-20 in Weston, Vermont. The champs are pictured, front row, from left: Kevin Kennure, Geoffrey D’Amato, Noah Bergren, Brian Bostrom, Kenneth Beardsley, Brandon Rocco and Mike Vanderspek. Middle row, from left: Matthew Heimlich, Michael Moriarty, Richard Schlichting, Ben Tencza, Nathan Ruscito and Nick Vreeland. Back row, from left: Harry Vreeland, John Fitzpatrick, Carlo Ruscito, Steven Petrario, Kevin Roberts, Brenton Cantliffe, Nathan Aroian, Brian Kennure, Marc Heimlich and Keith Bostrom.

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Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at the community center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored by Bethany Covenant Church, meet Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at the church. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com.

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Berlin Historical Society – The Berlin Historical Society, at the corner of

CitizenCalendar Peck and Main streets, welcomes all to the museum every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. View new displays of the Berlin trolley, street histories, the Leather Man and his caves along with the permanent collection of tin, bricks, toys and more. One of the best ways to be a part of Berlin’s 225th anniversary celebration is to visit the museum. Admission is free. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month and are open to the public. For more information, call (860) 828-5114. Farmers Market – Berlin Farmers Market, a producer only market, is scheduled for every Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the American Legion at the corner of Massirio Drive and Porter’s Pass. For more information, contact Market Master James Roby at (860) 5548 or the Chamber at (860) 8291033.

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ning Aug. 1, will be Matthew Harnett. After 13 years in that position, Principal George Synnott is retiring. Harnett earned an undergraduate degree from the University of New Hampshire; his graduate degree from the University of Bridgeport; and his sixth year certificate in administration from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield. He is presently taking courses at the University of Connecticut, which when completed, will certify him as a Superin-

tendent of Schools. Harnett is currently principal of Torrington Middle School. Prior to Torrington, he was a high school assistant principal in New Britain and Seymour. At McGee Middle School, Dr. Scott Ratchford will take over in July. Ratchford replaces former Principal Brian Benigni who recently was selected as the new assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction. Benigni replaces Rena Klebart who is retiring. Ratchford received his undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut, his graduate

degree from Marist College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., a sixth year certificate in administration from Southern Connecticut State University and a Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut. Ratchford is currently an assistant principal at Avon High School. Prior to Avon he served as an assistant principal at Conard High, West Hartford, and also as school psychologist at the elementary and middle levels in West Hartford schools. Griswold Elementary School’s new assistant principal, Christian Strickland, will begin in late August. He

replaces Eric Carbone who accepted a position as a middle school assistant principal in Wallingford. Strickland earned an undergraduate degree from Central Connecticut State University, his graduate degrees from the University of Maryland and CCSU. He is presently seeking a sixth year certificate from Southern Connecticut State University in educational leadership. Strickland has been employed by the Berlin Schools first as an elementary classroom teacher and for the past two years as a math instructional support teacher.

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Briefs Town schedule All town departments are scheduled to be closed on Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. The normal refuse/recycling collection schedule will apply.

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ki was excited to see students go home and prepare some of the recipes. Ultimately, he wants students to develop a willingness to try new, healthy foods. These kinds of activities are exactly the kind of programs the White House suggested to the 500 chefs at Michelle Obama’s food summit. Prosinski said Michelle Obama encouraged the group not to give up, no matter what, because chefs can and will make a difference

nutritious lunch. The government does not specify what kind of protein or grain should be in the meal but often, schools fall back on staples like chicken. Along with federal and state subsidies, as well as “coupon clipping” by Prosinski, Berlin schools have been able to deliver quality meals to kids. For example, he buys chicken nuggets with whole wheat bread crumbs, instead of white, and he buys produce regionally from a company in Rhode Island. Finally, cafeteria staff may not know how to prepare food the way a chef

wants it. Many times, cafeteria food is simply heated up and served. This could prove frustrating for a chef who comes into a school and wants staff to prepare fresh mango or dice an onion. However, the cafeteria staff in Berlin are above average in this respect. “They can handle it,” Prosinski said. Quick, sweeping changes to a lunch menu are not feasible. “We have to start slow — baby steps,” he said. “This program is a very tough thing for the White House to implement. But they have given us a direction with a way to go.”

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Lego blocks wanted The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library is looking for donations of plastic Lego blocks. The library is planning a summer program where children use Legos to build with different challenges such as all one color or as a timed challenge. Duplo blocks will be accepted, although library is primarily looking for the smaller building blocks. Summer programs Water Your Mind: READ is the theme of the BerlinPeck Memorial Library’s Adult Summer Reading program this year. Sign up online. Receive a coupon for a free Praline’s ice cream just for signing up. Participate and be eligible for great prizes throughout the summer. Make Waves @ Your Library is the theme of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library’s Teen Summer Reading program this year. Sign up online. Receive a coupon for a free McDonald’s ice cream or French fries just for signing up. Participate and be eligible for great prizes throughout the summer. Storytimes will be held on Thursdays at 10:30 and 6:30 throughout the summer. Family Movie Night is scheduled for Tuesday, July 6 and Aug. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Titles will be announced. Sidewalk art for all ages is scheduled for Monday, July 12 from 2 to 5 p.m. (Rain date is July 19.) Create your chalk drawing in front of the library. Compost program is scheduled for Monday, July 12 at 7 p.m. Learn about the basics of composting from an expert at UConn’s Cooperative Extension Service. Please reserve a seat at (860) 828-7125. Mystic Aquarium’s touch tank is scheduled to visit on Tuesday, July 13 at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Children ages 5 and up may register for their spot beginning June 28. A storycraft: Ocean in a Jar is scheduled for Tuesday, July 20 at 10:30 a.m. for children going into grades 1-3.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, July 1, 2010

Parks and Recreation

Library News

Summer playground report

Book Feast

This past week has been a great opening to the summer. We had two successful events. Tie-Dye Day went great and had an amazing showing. Be ready to see the children of Berlin running around with their new tie-dye shirts. We are going to Putter’s Paradise. Next week we are going to Laser Quest. If you have not signed up yet, come to the Berlin Community Center and fill out the field trip form. A Super Hero Day is planned. All children signed up should come dressed as their favorite hero. If you have any questions regarding the Summer Playground Program, call Jack Rudy at (860) 828-7061 or email playground@town.berlin.ct.us.

The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library’s first Book Feast was a great success. There were 15 students in grades four through six who spent the afternoon reading and eating snacks to begin summer vacation. Together, they read over 2,073 pages. Book Feast participants were: Kelley Johnson, Amanda Johnson, Alena Kittleman, Eric Oates, Meghan Oates, Heather Sullivan, Melanie Sullivan, Maegan Varley, Kara Boninsegna, Mary Lattarulo, Michael Centurelli, Hannah Lavoie, Darby Trowbridge, Rianne Mayer, Jenna Chirico. Registration begins July 6. Fly Fishing program is scheduled for Monday, July 26 at 7 p.m. Join fisherman John Day for an informational talk on fly fishing. All ages welcome. Please reserve a seat at (860) 828-7125. The second Berlin’s Talent Show is scheduled for Wednesday, July 28. Dress rehearsal is July 27. Register between July 12 to July 26. Captain Underpants days will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 10 with the brand new book in the popular series. Drop in and try a puzzle, enter a raffle, and have fun. For more information on programs and events at the library, visit http://www.berlinpeck.lib.ct .us/ or call (860) 828-7125.

Berlin Free Library Volunteers sought The Berlin Free Library is looking for volunteers to work in the used bookstore. For more information, call the library at (860) 828-3344. 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.

East Berlin Library Hours The East Berlin Library, 80 Main St., is open Mondays and Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The library can be reached at (860) 828-2123. The East Berlin Library has the latest best sellers (fiction), selective non-fiction, children’s chapter and picture books.

Maura Beaudoin nominated the Josh Piver Scholarship for a grant through Safeco’s Agent Giving Program. Pictured, from left: Maura Beaudoin, Susan Piver, Josh’s mother, and Safeco representatives Stephanie Maccatheirne, Nicole Pilon and Rob Bouvier.

Safeco donates to memorial scholarship Bouvier, Beckwith & Lennox of West Hartford announced that Safeco Insurance has donated $2,000 to The Josh Piver Scholarship in Stonington to support their annual scholarship to a Stonington High School senior. Safeco’s contribution was presented to Susan Piver, Josh’s mother, by Safeco agent Maura Beaudoin, formerly of Berlin, of Bouvier, Beckwith & Lennox. Beaudoin nominated the foundation for a grant through Safeco’s Agent Giving Program. Josh Piver was born and raised in Stonington. A graduate of Stonington High School and the University of Vermont, he worked for Cantor Fitzgerald at 1 World Trade Center in New York City. In 2001, he died in the tragedy of September 11th. The scholarship is given in his honor. Beaudoin and Piver were cousins. “Josh was loved by many people and while he is gone from our sight, he is never forgotten,” said Beaudoin.

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SUV’S

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

ADULT GERMAN SHEPHERDS Females, German Imports. Very nice dogs. Good with everyone. Asking $400. (203) 235-4329 BOXERS, Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, $350+. 860-930-4001

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FURNITURE & APPLIANCES DINING Room set from Puritan Furniture. 5’8”x3’8” table w/2 leaves, pine. 6 padded matching oak chairs. Country style. All solid wood. $500. (203) 500-2946 SELLING House-Lots of small stuff Solid wood DR table, oak, 6 chairs & matching hutch, solid wood, 63.5L, 79H, 14.5W. 860-877-0825 or 860-212-5406 SLEEPER SOFA Beige color, w/3 pillows Very good cond. $120. Call 203-238-3680 SOFA- Gold, 3 cushion & Green tweed recliner. $450 for set. Call (203) 235-8339 WALNUT Dresser Set Tall & Mirrored $80/both. Twin bed, cherry wood -$75. Quilt rack, $10. Microwave cart-$30. Treadmill$80. Glassware. 203-440-2629

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

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Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY Especially Napier 203-464-0477

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

SUV’S

SUBARU TRIBECA 2008 AWD. 6 cylinder, 3.6. Automatic. 39,193 mi #P1668 $27,995 (203) 949-1104

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PET SITTING BY KAREN In the comfort of your pets home. Visit www.petsittingbykaren.vpweb.com or call Karen @ 860-770-8731.

RAGDOLL KITTENS- Blue eyed beauties, rabbit-like fur, TICA registered. SBT. Vet checked. 1st shots. Ready to go! $650$450. Please call 860-329-9893 RAP A PONY FARM English or Western riding lessons. Pay for 4 lessons get 5th 1 FREE. Sign up now for Summer Program. 9am-12 Mon-Thurs $150. Lessons everyday & learning safety rules around horses. 203-265-3596

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AUTO PARTS

BUYING

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

Cheap, used affordable cars and trucks.

Call (203) 631-0800 or 203-630-2510

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE AMISH Fireplace, $200 OBO; 100 lb. punching bag, $80 OBO brand new. Call (203) 440-1024 GOLF SHOES NEW. Size 7. Black. $50. Call 203-634-0483 GREAT Deal - Disposable underwear. Box of 60. Hip size 34” to 46” (86cm-117cm). Never opened. $35. (203) 269-3517 RASCAL SCOOTER 245, 2004 purchase. Less than 1 mile use, paid $1600 + $300 freight, asking $1500 or best offer. Call (860) 349-3845

AIR CONDITIONERS - (1) 12,000 BTU $175. (2) 10,000 BTU, $150 each. All like new. (203) 639-8389

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

JEWELRY DIAMOND engagement ring w/matching wedding band. 14K white gold. $800. Call for details (203) 668-8395

BOATS & MOTORS ELECTRONICS

BURGUNDY Color leather sofa, with chair & ottoman $1100. Berkline Heavy-Duty Recliner, color Burgundy $200. Call 203-903-7075

SONY 34” Widescreen HD TV. Model #KD34XBR960 Includes stand & Sony DVD Home theater system. This is a tube TV not LCD or plasma. Asking $300 or best offer. Call 203-314-6393

JEEP Cherokee Sport 2000 4x4, 6 Cylinder, Automatic. 126,031 mi. #9369A $6,500

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16FT LUND Rebel SS 2005, Suzuki 30 hp 4 stroke, Minkoto trolling motor with quick mount, fish finder, trailer with rollers, spare tire, boat cover and more. Excellent condition $10,500. 203-265-0695

MUST See! Beautiful DR set. Aico Monte Carlo collection. Double pedestal table. Opens to 138in w/3 18in leaves, 6 side chairs & 2 lthr arm chairs. Lg hutch w/glass drs & touch dimmer switch. 5yrs young. Retail $10,000. Asking 3,500. Call Sharon 203-376-7772

WLFD- Judd Square- 2BR. No pets. $900. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016

CHESHIRE: Lg 1 BR in quiet country setting, near Route 10, minutes from I-691. $850.00, including heat & hot water. Security & references. No pets. Call Lynne at 203-213-5577.

203-235-8431

Flanders West Apts Southington

FISHING TACKLE. Local collector looking for old or new rods, reels, lures. Highest prices paid. Call Dave anytime 860-463-4359

Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable apts for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older Small pets accepted Please call 860-621-3954 TTY 711

OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike. Hobbyman needs your help. Free pickup! Bikes will be recycled. Help save a bike! 203-494-9641 WANTED European & American cars. Pre 1974. Cash waiting. Running or not. (203) 294-9745

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

HOUSES FOR RENT MERIDEN-Cape, 3BR, 2 full baths, deck, 1 car gar. Avail 8/1. $1,500/mo. Refs + sec. Call 203-619-2767 SOUTHINGTON 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath for rent. Excellent condition ranch style duplex with private driveway and deck. Refrigerator, stove, central air, washer dryer hook ups. Call 860-919-0292. No pets. $1200 plus security deposit SOUTHINGTON 3-4BR, new windows/doors, cozy, clean, close schools & town, most pets ok 136 Berlin St Available now. 860-302-4719

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

1 ITEM OR AN ESTATE

$$$ CA$H $$$

WALLINGFORD - 2BR, 1 1/2 bath townhouse. Completely remod. New carpet, appls, paint & more! No smoking, no pets. 2 mos sec. $1150 203-265-0089

Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.

WANTED TO BUY

Estate sale service provided. Seeking: Antiques, Meridenmade items, lamps, paintings. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025

MERIDEN Nice, quiet 2BR, 1 1/2 bath, finished bsmt. Close to Hwy. $1050. Sec & ref. 860828-1688; cell 646-573-4187

DEE’S ANTIQUES

Piano Lessons PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144

FOR RENT

CHESHIRE: Lg 1 BR in quiet country setting, near Route 10, minutes from I-691. $850.00, including heat & hot water. Security & references. No pets. Call Lynne at 203-213-5577.

WOOD- Butcher Block Excellent condition, 30x30 sq., 16 in thick, 32in high. $750.00. Call 860-919-1814.

Free Towing!

FORD Explorer Sport 2000

CLEAN Will Deliver (203) 284-8986

SOCCER SHOES Size 7 1/2 And shin guards. $20 for all. Call 203-634-0483

1-800-527-3863

Junk cars, trucks, motorcycles. Free Pickup. Free Removal. Running or not.

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves

CONDOMINIUMS

MERIDEN- 2BR townhouse, avail Aug. Quiet end unit, a/c, Sec. sys. 1.5 baths, w/w, deck, hookups. No pets/smoking. Good credit. $975+ utils. 203-269-9755 eves.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 2BR 3rd Fl. Newly renv. Off st. parking. W/D hookup. New appl. 1yr lease. $775 per mo.+ sec. Available now. Call Natalie 203-671-2672 MERIDEN 2BR, 1st fl, Good, quiet neighborhood Dishwasher, microwave, W/D hkup, off st park, backyard. $1000/mo. Sect 8 appr’d. No pets. 39 Oak St. Near school. 860-982-6585 MERIDEN 2BR, 1st Floor One car off st. parking. Section 8 approved. $875/mo. 1st mo. rent & security dep. req’d. Call (203) 631-8011 MERIDEN 3 BR. Clean, 1st floor. With fridge & stove. WD hookup. Private yard, full basement. Bunker Ave. $1025/mo. Sec 8 approved. (203) 671-3112

MERIDEN 32 Cook Avenue

1 BR Apts & Studios $595 & Up Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 4 BRs, 7 Rooms, 1st Floor Eat-In Kitchen. W/D hookup. Off street parking. $1200/month Plus security. Call 860-508-6877 MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841

Meriden Reduced Rent Pay for a 1 Bedroom and Move into a 2 Bedroom. $750. Heat & HW incl. 203-639-8751

L & E PROPERTY Management offers Meriden - 3 BR apt, 3rd flr $895 + sec. & utils. 387 Center St. Avail. Immed. 203-938-3789 MER LG 1BR, 2nd flr, W. Side, washer, dryer, stove & fridge incl. 2 rms private storage space included. $824/mo+sec. 12pm-8pm call 203-630-3823 MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. East Side, 2nd flr Studio, $175/wk+ sec. 1BR, 1st fl, $210/wk+sec. 12pm-8pm 203630-3823 or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN - 2BR, 1st flr, 53 Washington St. No pets. Laundry on site. $825/mo + 2 mos. sec. Call 203-494-2147 MERIDEN - 3 or 4BR apt in duplex w/private entrance. Newly renovated. Stove, fridge, w/d hookup. Starting at $1100/mo. Section 8 approved. Call (860) 930-4050 MERIDEN - CLEAN 1 ROOM EFFICIENCY $450. Utilities included. 2 mos security. Credit check req. No pets. Call 203-284-0597 MERIDEN - Hubbard Park 1-2 Bedrooms. Central Air/Heat. 775 W. Main St. $850-$950 mo. Call Chino 203-935-6224 or 203-296-4975 MERIDEN 1BR newly renovated. Off-st-park., yd, storage. Will consider pets. W/D hkup. Lndlrd next dr. $700/mo+sec. Credit ck. 203-235-5987 MERIDEN 2 bdrm., 1 bath. A beauty! 2nd Fl w/ private deck and laundry. $775/mo. sec dep. Other apts. available. 203-7151965 MERIDEN 2 BR apts. Quiet area. 1st & 2nd FL available. $900 / mo + sec. Off st parking. Section 8 approved. Near I95 & 691. 203-589-1147 or 203-305-0123

MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 203-639-4868 MERIDEN- 2BR TOWNHOUSE 1-1/2 Bath, Full Basement, WD Hookup. Cul-de-sac. $875. 2 mos sec. Credit check req’d. No pets. (203) 284-0597 MERIDEN- Clean & spacious studio. Downtown on busline. $525/mo + utils. No pets. Security. 203-982-3042 MERIDEN- Gorgeous 1BR condo totally remodeled. Crown Village. 581 Crown St. $750/mo. incl. heat & HW. Call (203) 8566472 MERIDEN-1BR, stove & refrig. All utils incld. Close I-84, I-91, Merrit Pkwy. Pet neg. Call Janice 203-686-0011/203-314-8909 MERIDEN-2BR, 2nd flr, W/W carpet, appls, off-st-park, nice yard, 2 decks, W/D hkup. gas heat. $750/mo + 2 mo sec. Credit check. 203-634-9149 MERIDEN-3rd flr, newly remodeled 1BR, EIK, pantry, porch, off-st-park. $625/mo. + 2mo sec. No pets. 203-464-3083 MERIDEN. 1406 Hanover Ave, 1 bedroom, w/d, off street parking, 1 year lease, 1.5 sec, no pets, $675. Call 203-265-7094 MERIDEN. 2 BR, 1st flr, 4 rms, off st parking, refrig, stove, w/d hookup. Avail 7/1. $775/mo. 203-284-5843 SOUTHINGTON - 1 1/2 RM Efficiency, near I-84 $135/wk. Incld heat & HW, A/C, appl’s. Sec dep & refs req 860-620-0025 SOUTHINGTON - 1 1/2 RM Efficiency, near I-84 $135/wk. Incld heat & HW, A/C, appl’s. Sec dep & refs req 860-620-0025

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ATTORNEYS

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GUTTERS

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 J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880

HIGHLANDCONTRACTOR.COM Seamless Gutters/Downspouts Gutter cleaning/repairs Call today for free estimate. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

WE WEED GARDENS

CT Reg #606277 GIVE us a call, we do it ALL. Free estimates. 203-631-1325

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

AFFORDABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES - Siding, Patios, kit., baths & more. 203-886-8227 CT Reg #455709. Local and Insured. SCOTT SHOP Handyman Service “Honey-Do List Specialist” Mowing, Home & Yard Maint., Painting, Powerwash, Small Repairs, etc. (203) 715-2951 CT #839824

HEATING & COOLING DON’T Wait til it’s too late. Annual AC tune-up. Call Duane Co. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-379-8944 #400335-S1 ABSOLUTE BEST Prices! John Mansolf Plumbing and Heating 25 Years Experience Licensed & Insured. 10% Senior Citizen Discount Call 203-815-6276

J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880 DAVE’S CARPENTRY Roofing, Additions & Garages built. Foundations installed. Best prices in town. Free estimates. (860) 628-7795 CT# 0623748 ROCKY CONSTRUCTION & MASONRY CO. All types of masonry, stone wall, sidewalks, area basements, chimneys, block & brick. Free estimate. (203) 768-3548 CT. Reg. #061808

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

HOUSE CLEANING POLISH woman can clean your house, office with care. 2nd cleaning 15% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885 CLEANING - Residential & small business. Exp’d, dependable, affordable rates. Call Mary Ann 203-639-7297

JUNK REMOVAL

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

LANDSCAPING

A-1 HANDYMAn PLUS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FENCING IF YOU MENTION THIS AD

HANDYPERSONS

For All Your Junk Removal Needs 203-886-5110

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY

C&M CONSTRUCTION

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

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

LANDSCAPING

PAVING

Bill Rudolph Landscaping Cert inst-walls, walkways, patios, paver sealing, landscape design, waterscapes, edging, mulch, stone, drainage & backhoe work. Free est. #563661. 203-237-9577

ROOFING

Gonzalez Construction ★★★★★★★★

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

MASONRY

★★★★★★★★

203-639-0032 JACK Biafore, LLC Masonry Chimneys, brick, block, stone walls, patios. In business over 50 yrs. CT# 623849 (203) 537-3572 Lawn Care/Mowing ●Junk/Debris Removal ● Mulch ●General Cleanups ● Light Hauling ● Power Washing. Will beat your current price! Call for your free estimate. 203-410-3328

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LANDSCAPING AND MORE SPRING CLEANUPS 25% OFF ANY LANDSCAPE JOB Junk removal, Mowing, Rototilling 860-982-5334 or 203-314-8511 WALTER’S LANDSCAPING Mowing, Clean-ups, Hedge Trimming & more. Comm/Res. Free estimates. 203-619-2877

Quality Landscaping, LLC Spring clean-ups, Property & Lawn Maintenance, landscaping, stone work. Jim. CT Reg #620306 WWW.QLSLLC.COM 203-537-2588 or 860-349-2118

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

MOWING RICK’S AFFORDABLE Comm/resid Mowing. Spring clean-ups, brush, tree & pricker removal. Hedge trimming. 11 yrs exp. 203-530-4447. JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Hedge trimming & all your landscape needs. Top Quality Work. Fully Lic’d & ins’d. 203-213-6528 CT Reg #616311 LAWN mowing, yard clean-ups, hedge trimming, brush, shrub pricker & tree removal. Gutters cleaned, Junk Removal. Free written est. Don 203-235-1318

JIMMY’S MASONRY Stonewalls, steps, patios, chimneys, all types. Lic. & Ins’d. 26 yrs exp. Call for free est. 860-2744893 CT. Reg. #604498 Bill Rudolph Contractor Cert inst-walls, walkways, patios, paver sealing, drainage & backhoe work. Free est. #563661. 203-237-9577 S & H MASONRY & CONSTRUCTION LLC Stonewalls, steps, chimneys, concrete, retaining walls, FPs, pavers, walkways, patios, tiling Free est. Lic/Ins. #607639. Cell-203-376-0355 W. BOOBER MASONRY 25 yrs exp in all types of masonry. CT Reg # 0626708 Call 203-235-4139 PAUL’S MASONRY - New & Repairs. Stone walls, arches, chimneys, sidewalks, fireplace. Free est. #614863. 203-706-9281 ROCKY CONSTRUCTION & MASONRY CO. All types of masonry, stone wall, sidewalks, area basements, chimneys, block & brick. Free estimate. (203) 768-3548 CT. Reg. #061808 CASCIO MASON Chimney Repair, Sidewalks, Pavers, Walls, Brick Work, etc. Will Beat Anybody’s Price #611774. 203-935-6213

Driveways/parking lots/ concrete. Free estimates. 50+yrs exp. 203-237-5409 CT Reg #503554

Fully license/insured. CT Reg# 577319

D & G PAVING Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal coating, concrete work. CT Reg#0577005. 203-237-6058

STEVENS PAVING All asphalt maintenance. Sealing & crack fillling. Comm & Resid. 10% Sealing discount. No job to big or small. work guaranteed! Ct Reg #625979 860-816-2020

HIGHLANDCONTRACTOR.COM

Roofing, Siding & Gutters Residential/Commerical. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

EVANS ROOFING PLUMBING Fahey Plumbing

203-235-1383 All Plumbing & Heating Repairs. My promise is to leave you w/a clean, neat, quality job done at a fair price giving you the PEACE OF MIND you deserve. Days, nights, wknds-SAME PRICE! DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1 ABSOLUTE BEST Prices! John Mansolf Plumbing and Heating 25 Years Experience Licensed & Insured. 10% Senior Citizen Discount Call 203-815-6276

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

We install Flat or Pitched Roofs. Res/Com. We got you COVERED! Licensed & insured. #622795 10% & Sr. Discount 203-235-1861

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

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

V. NANFITO Roofing, Siding, Windows, Decks Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634

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

SERVICES OFFERED POWER WASHING

A-1 QUALITY PAINTING

Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

Specializing in Wood/Aluminum siding. Low rates. Reg#533474. Call Dennis 203-630-0008

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

SIDING

L & E LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg. #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

UPDATE your home with a fresh new paint job! Small jobs welcome. Call Paul for a prompt free est 203-238-4320. Reg#582770

JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, homes, attics, bsmts, gar, yd. Summer C/U, Landscaping. Free estimates. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218 10% off if you mention this ad

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

HOUSE Wash/Pressure Washing Deck Restoration & Refinishing Lic, Ins. Certified 203-675-8710 or 860-267-4843 CT #0616406

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

203-639-0032

A-1 Quality Powerwashing HOT WATER, LOW RATES

Fully licensed/insured. CT Reg.# 577319

Call Dennis 203-630-0008

FIDERIO & SONS

POWER WASHING Is Spring cleaning

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

On the outside. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Kevin 203-440-3279

203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, July 1, 2010 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 SIDING

V. NANFITO Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634

TREE SERVICES

LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE

TOP SOIL SAND & FILL

IN BUSINESS 29 YRS. Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates. Fully insured. 203-294-1775

BEAUTIFUL FARM FRESH Screened Top Soil. Fill, Sand & Stone, Mulch. Picked up or delivered. No minimum. Cariati Developers, Inc. 203-238-9846

LANDSCAPING AND MORE Tree Removal & much more. Shrub & hedge trimming. Give us a call - we do it all! 860-982-5334 or 203-314-8511

HAZELWOOD EXCAVATING

YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Reg. Insured. 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159

Dry farm screened topsoil and colored mulch.

203-269-0135

APARTMENTS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD - 5 rms, 2 or 3 BRs, available. Uptown area. Hdwd flrs. Must see. $850. No pets. Call (203) 269-6466 WALLINGFORD - Large beautiful 4 room, 3rd floor. $775. ALSO: 5 large rooms, 2nd floor. Christian St. $975. No pets. 203-868-1087 WALLINGFORD - Quiet 2BR, near I-91. Ample closets. Off st. parking. Washer/Dryer in unit. No pets. $950/mo. + utils. Call 203-269-6297 WALLINGFORD 1st fl, 2BR. Remodeled. 2 glass porches, Appls, hkups, storage. Dead end st. No pets. Garage extra. Owner /Agent $925 203-269-7348 WALLINGFORD 2 BR 50 Lee Ave. 2nd floor. Appliances, on st parking, no W/D hookups. No pets/smoking. $750/mo. 203-444-5722 WALLINGFORD 2 BR Stove (gas) & refrigerator. Quiet neighborhood. No smoking. No dogs! Parking in driveway. Rent ($800) & Security ($750) up front. (203) 269-1719

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

WLFD - 1BR, 4 rms, large, 3rd flr, updated EIK w/dishwasher & microwave. Gas heat, H20 & stove/oven. W/D hookup in apt. 1 off st. pkg. $750/mo. 146 So. Whittlesey. (203) 949-8656

CERT Math Tutor K-College. Summer review - in your home or library. Mary 203-768-2229

HOUSES FOR SALE

Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

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

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

Call Now! also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

HOUSES FOR SALE WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $130/wk. + sec call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com

WALLINGFORD $199,900 2BR Bungalow w/2 car garage. House needs extensive work. Beautiful 1.28 acre level property-used to be Xmas tree farm. Tranquil setting yet minutes to I91. Linda 203-265-5618

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

MERIDEN- New & existing homes, condos, land. Visit our website. www.galleriahouses.com Galleria RE 203-671-2223

MERIDEN/WALLINGFORD BRAND NEW DELUXE 2BR HOME IN UPSCALE PARK! FINANCING AVAILABLE! $69,900

WALLINGFORD - 4BR, 3 bath fully remodeled Cape with full dormer. In-law apt. Must be seen before July 5th when it goes to a Realtor. $459,900. 203-530-3173

203-799-7731

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

MERIDEN-Safe, clean furnihsed rooms. Starting at 140/weekly Cable, phone, off-st-parking. 4wks security. (860) 712-1684

NORTH HAVEN

LOTS & ACREAGE

MERIDEN Builder’s take notice. 200 x 200 approved building lot less than 1 mile from Berlin. Recent soil test done & survey priced at $79,900. Just needs plot plan. Reasonable offers accepted!

Dawn (203) 235-3300

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

MERIDEN Cape set on rear lot. Move right in . 1875 sq. ft. Beautifully landscaped, 2 full baths, 2 car gar, inground pool. $325,000 Al Criscuolo 203-235-3300

OPEN HOUSE Saturday & Sunday, 6/26 & 6/27, 7/10 & 7/11. 12-3pm. 1516 East Main St, Unit 4, Meriden, CT 203-686-1563 FSBO Small complex, well maintained. Large 2BR townhouse, 1.5b. Sunken LR w/ F/P. Kitchen fully updated, SS appl; new bamboo hrdwd floors, tile. Deck views private garden. New C/A and furnace. Freshly painted. Nothing to do but move in!!

P/T

SALES REP (30 hour position) We need an outgoing, self motivated P/T sales rep to call on local companies to help them build their business through advertising with our many media options. This is an entry level position, 30 hour work week.

Must have a telemarketer’s mentality with great customer service and the confidence/expertise to close a sale. Newspaper experience helpful, but not required. We provide an hourly wage w/commission potential, paid vacation & sick days. Please email resume to: hcianciullo@ record-journal.com or mail to Record-Journal Heather Cianciullo Business Development Sales Manager 11 Crown Street Meriden, CT 06450 No phone calls please

Electric

OPEN HOUSES

WALLINGFORD Available North Main Street Victorian 3RMs, 1BR. 3rd Fl. $750 + utils. No smoking. No pets. Call 203-269-5973

WALLINGFORD. WHITTLESEY AVE - 2 BR, 5 rooms, 1st floor $950 plus utils, inc Fridge, stove, washer dryer hookups, off St parking, no smoking/ pets, good credit, security. Jerry 508-309-9012

TUTORING

Then Record-Journal has a position for you!

(860) 828-3958

WALLINGFORD 2 BR, 1st Floor 81 Williams St. New carpets. No pets. Good refs. $900. Call 203-809-7013 or 203-410-9464

WALLINGFORD-2BR, 1st flr, W/D hkup, front porch, quiet street, clean. $875/mo + sec. Avail 7/1. Call 203-537-0360

PRICKER REMOVAL

TREES Tree Removal. Chipping. No job too small. Fully insured. 20 yrs. Local business. CT Reg# 673534. Call Joe (203) 804-4739

AUTOMOTIVE - EXPERIENCED Light/Medium-duty mechanic, full time, Monday through Friday. Class B license. Fax resume to: 203-272-7838

Can you sell ice to an Eskimo, while still providing excellent, professional customer service?

TREE SERVICES

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

HELP WANTED

A Marketplace ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.

WALLINGFORD Awesome unit! Natural light shines through the atrium window. Open flr plan, MBR has whlpl tub, WI closet, OS 2 car garage, ML laundry. $220,900. Call Pat Burke 203-265-5618

SOUTHINGTON-RT 322 2BR Townhouse, 1 1/2 baths, EIK, lrg rms, prvt deck, easy access to I-84 & I-691. $135,000. FSBO 860-523-7984

Buying, selling Marketplace is the answer.

HELP WANTED

$1000 SIGNING BONUS National company experiencing rapid growth needs LICENSED auto glass installers. 30+ jobs/wk & truck provided, average income $54k/yr. Must have clean MVR. Customer skills & ability to work in fast paced environment. Call 1.877.321.3731 or send resume to csens@glassc2c.com

You”ll like the low cost of a Marketplace ad.

Distribution Engineer The Town of Wallingford Electric Division is seeking a highly technical individual to work in the design and development of overhead and underground power distribution lines. The utility serves 23,000 customers in a 50+ square mile distribution area with a peak demand of 130 MW. The position requires a B.S. degree in electrical engineering plus 2 years of responsible experience in electric utility engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting on a year-for year basis. Salary: $65,774-$84,153 annually plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply to: Personnel Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Fax# (203)294-2084. The closing date will be July 30, 2010 or the date the 50th application is received, whichever occurs first. EOE

HELP WANTED

BARBER - Licensed Barber, w/ exp for Cheshire Barbershop, FT/PT, Contact Matthew 203272-3315 HARVEY Building Products is the leading manufacturer and distributor of high quality building products in the Northeast. Founded in 1961, Harvey is a privately held, growth-oriented corporation headquartered in Waltham, MA. Harvey manufactures superior quality windows, doors and patio rooms. We are looking to add to our team and we currently have the following opening available in our Berlin, CT location:

Class B Driver/Warehouse Worker ●Deliver finished goods to destination safely ●Warehouse duties as appropriate ●Ensure customer satisfaction ●Must meet all DOT requirements ●Knowledge of Hazmat regulations ●Heavy lifting required ●Local deliveries/no overnights Applicants should apply in person Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:00pm at 272 Woodlawn Rd., Berlin, CT. Harvey Building Products offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/ dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD, life insurance, profit sharing, 401(k), paid vacation and holidays, EAP and more! Visit our website at: www.harveybp.com to learn more about us!

Nursing

APRN/ Director of Nursing position Elim Park is a growing dynamic retirement community committed to meeting the needs of the future through excellence in care as well as a commitment to technological advances that will enhance our service in our mission based organization. Seeking a creative dynamic leader to join our highly qualified staff and provide direction for all our Nursing services. Our health Care community is comprised of 60 LTC, 30 sub-acute Rehab, 42 RCH as well as 218 independent living apartments. Must have current APRN license in CT, CPR, IV certification, 3 years experience in administration/management, 5 years RN experience in gerontology preferred, or advanced clinical knowledge and experience in providing direct care to geriatric population. Please apply weekdays 8a -7p, weekends, 10a-2p, at Elim Park Baptist Home, 140 Cook Hill Road, Cheshire, CT, fax resume to HR at 203-271-7794 or email to CWalker@elimpark.org. No Phone Calls. A/A, EOE, D/V, M/F.

Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED Wallingford, CT No Experience Necessary Training Provided Competitive Wages Part Time - Flex. Hrs Guaranteed 20 Hrs Per Week Local Driving No Nights or Weekends

MEDICAL CAREERS Coding Team Leader This full-time opportunity will be responsible for oversight and coordination of processes within the Health Info Management (HIM) Coding department. The incumbent will act as a coding resource for staff, perform coding audits, review denied claims for accuracy and work with the billing department to resolve coding issues. Requirements: Associate’s Degree in Health Information or related field and 3-5 years coding experience. 5 years hospital or similar experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Meditech and Quantim experience preferred. Coding certification from AHIMA or AAPC required.

Visit our website for more information and an online application:

Gaylord Hospital is a not-for-profit long term acute care hospital specializing in the treatment of medically complex patients, rehabilitation and sleep medicine. Competitive package offered. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

www.durhamschoolservices.com

Call 866-496-2726 HELP WANTED

CARPET CLEANERS 18 Needed. No exp needed. $400-$1500/week. Call Mon. or Tues. 203-759-0577

CHILD CARE INFANT/TODDLER TEACHER For full time accredited program. ECE Degree req. + exp. preferred. Excellent benefit package. Fax resume to: 203741-0896. EOE.

Girl Scouts of Connecticut P/T Seasonal Maintainer Girl Scouts of Connecticut Perform general exterior/ interior maintenance and inspections. Landscaping experience,plumbing/ electrical license preferred. Required to work at various camps statewide. Valid driver’s license, ability to drive a truck, operates plow/ tractor and landscaping equipment required. Position available through October 2010. To apply: go to www. gsofct.org/employment or call the Facilities Department 1-800-922-2770 to obtain an application.

DATA PROCESSING - Full Time position for Insurance Agency with benefits. Please fax resume: 203-630-1504. DELI MARKET HELP NEEDED, Making Sandwiches, Cleaning or Slicing. Neat appearance a must. Apply 1320 East Main Street, Meriden between Hrs of 8am-10am or 2pm-5pm

INSURANCE Data Entry Great opportunity for Data Entry position in Personal Lines Insurance. Must have some Insurance experience. Excellent Benefits. Please send your resume to: cmg@hdsegur.com. No Calls, No Walk-ins H.D. Segur, Inc. Cheshire, CT 06410

JOB FAIR!

savers MERIDEN FT and PT Positions ✒ Merchandise Pricers ✒ Merchandise

✒ Merchandise

Receivers ✒ Assistant Operations

Supervisor

available in our state of the art Continuing Care Retirement Community. Join our expanding Rehabilitation team with a focus in outpatient and aquatic therapy. Come join our mission of service to the elderly! Please apply in person, Mon - Fri, 8am-7pm or Weekends 10 - 2. No Phone Calls! Elim Park Baptist Home, 140 Cook Hill Road, Cheshire, CT 06410 or fax resume to 203-271-7794 or email to CWalker@elimpark.org. EOE, A/A, M/F, D/V.

Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc. a subsidiary of Nucor Corporation, the nation's largest steel producer and the world's largest recycler of scrap steel. NSCT is looking for Entry Level Production Positions. ● Safety & quality oriented. ● Proven team player. ● Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs repetitively. ● Must be able to stoop, bend, climb and perform physical duties. ● Must be able to conform and adapt to harsh environments Working overtime, weekends, shift work, and some holidays are required. Nucor offers competitive wages, excellent benefits and is an EEO employer. Qualified Individuals should go to

www.nucor.jobs with code: NSCT03 to submit a Questionnaire.

P.O. Box 400, Wallingford, CT 06492

CNA/HHA VNA HEALTHCARE INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES

RN or LPN FOR SENIOR WELLNESS CLINIC, WALLINGFORD Looking for RN or LPN to work at the Wallingford Senior Center four (4) weekdays each week, 9 am-12:30 pm, to provide medical assessments/services to community's geriatric population. Pay Rate: $27/hr RN; $24/hr LPN

RETAIL NEW STORE

✒ Sales Floor Positions

PHYSICAL THERAPIST FT POSITION

Email to: jobs@gaylord.org or mail to

HELP WANTED

Stockers

Nursing

Please fax resumes to: 203-284-2733;

✒ Assistant Production

Supervisor Comeptitive Wages, Quarterly Bonus, Benefits. Profit Sharing!

Apply in Person July 6 & 7th from 9am-5pm The Job Fair will be held at:

Savers 495 Chamberlain Highway, Meriden EOE

HELP WANTED DRIVERS: Co & O/OP’s Family medical-benefits with a reasonable payroll deduction. Average earnings $1023/week. Home most weekends. CDL-A 1 Yr. OTR req. 877-538-7712 x18 Apply @ www.kennedytrucking.com FT FLOOR PORTER/HK- Apply in person, Mon-Fri, 8-4. Coccomo Memorial, 33 Cone Ave., Meriden. EOE. SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Earn up to $1k per week! BJ’s Wholesale Club is looking for Sales Representatives to sell memberships for our soon-toopen club in Southington, CT. B J’s o f f e rs a t t ra c t iv e ba se c o m p en s a t i o n , a n e x c el l e n t c o m mi ssi o n sc a le , q u a li f ie d l e ad s , t r a i n i n g a n d m i l e a g e reimbursement. For immediate consideration, please call Debbie Boganski at 203-814-7444; fax your resume to 203-6321032 or email: dboganski@bjs.com. A n y p r o s p e c t i v e c a nd i d a t e s should feel free to stop by the office from 9 am to 5 pm for an interview. The office is located at: 72 Queen St, Southington, CT. At BJ’s, we value diversity in our organization, and we are an equal employment opportunity employer. www.bjs.com/about/careers

HELP WANTED

GROWING Co. is seeking individual for mechanical work. Duties incld repair of carpet cleaning machine, dehu’s, sm eng & basic mntn. Must have own trans & refs. 203-269-8412

Home Health Aides Meriden/Wallingford Area. Exc. hourly rate. Must have car. Call Tracy 203-281-5500 VNS Inc of So CT

Wallingford Public Schools

ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL Start Date: October 12, 2010. Intermediate administrator’s certification and experience as a teacher and administrator at the elementary school level required. Regionally competitive salary and benefits package. For application packet, please contact: Jan Guarino-Rhone Director of Human Resources (203) 949-6510 jguarino-rhone@ wallingford.k12.ct.us Deadline: July 7, 2010

Requirements: Valid CT RN or LPN license; minimum 1 year recent nursing experience, preferably w/geriatric patients. Must be current in assessment skills and medication management. Must have background in health education. Please forward resume to: Mary Ann Johnson Clinical Recruiter FAX (860) 493-5978; or email mjohnson@vnahealthcare.org Visit our website: www.vnahealthcare.org EOE, M/F/D/V Member Hartford HealthCare

HELP WANTED

HOMEMAKER/

Companion Needed for elderly. Immediate opening. Part time days. Must have own vehicle. Guardian Angels Homecare (203) 439-7731 ext 116

NEW ENGLAND HOME CARE is seeking CNAs & Home Health Aides with a minimum of 6 mos exp. for a pediatric group home in Meriden. Previous experience in a group home with physically & emotionally challenged children preferred. 3 hr to 8 hr shifts, up to 24 hrs/wk. Shifts start at 6am. Earn up to $12.00 per hour based on experience. Must have a current CT CNA certificate. To schedule an appointment to apply, please call:

800-286-6300 ext. 4052 or fax your resume to the HR Department 860-613-3777 or email to: employment@newenglandhomecare.com E/E/O/C/M/F/V/D Drug Screen/Criminal Background Check Required

Visit us on the web at NewEnglandHomeCare.com

It's all here! The Berlin

Cit itiz ize en Marketplace Ads • (877) 238-1953

HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED ROOFER Wanted Must have own transportation. Call 203-639-0231. KENNEL HELP Full and Part time positions available. Experienced ONLY. Please call Gary (203) 269-3554 MACHINE OPERATOR PT As needed Broaching machines, Meriden. Call Jim at (203) 238-4555 NOW HIRING LINE COOKS Sliders Grill & Bar. Apply at www.slidersgrillbar.com or call 860-747-5199

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, July 1, 2010 Advertisement WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT POTABLE WATER CONFIDENCE REPORT JANUARY 1, 2009 TO DECEMBER 31, 2009

WATER CONSERVATION: Water is our most valuable natural resource. It is essential for life as we know it. Although we in the Northeast have been blessed with, at least until now, what appears to be an unlimited supply of pure, safe drinking water, the preservation of this valuable resource is the responsibility of all. Following are just a few of the many steps that we can all take to prevent the waste and, perhaps loss, of this most valuable gift: 1. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 2. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers. 3. Limit the time spent in showering. 4. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation. 5. Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary. 6. Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth. If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. The Worthington Fire District is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only been met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. If you have any questions concerning the Worthington Fire District and the water that it supplies, please contact Mr. Joe Pagliaruli at 205-7011. Mr. Pagliaruli will be most happy to answer any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT BY: Joe Pagliaruli

TABLE I REGULATED COMPONENTS TEST RESULTS Regulated Component Coliform Bacteria Color Turbidity Regulated Component Barium ** Fluoride ** Nitrate N Nitrite N Copper Lead Radioactivity: Gross Alpha activity * Gross Beta activity *

Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) <5% Positive; no more than 1 Positive per month 15 Color Units 5 NTU Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) 2.0 mg/L 4.0 mg/L 10 mg/L 1 mg/L 1.3 mg/L 0.015 mg/L 15 pCi/L 50 pCi/L

Haloacetic Acids = HAA5s 0.06 mg/L (Disinfection By-Products)

Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) 0 per 100 mL

Range

Average

ABSENT = 0 / 100 mL

0 Color Units 0 to 5 units 0 NTU 0.05 to 0.67 NTU Maximum Contaminant Level Result Goal (MCLG) 2.0 mg/L 2.012 mg/L 4.0 mg/L 0.84 mg/L 10.0 mg/L 0.12 to 2.00 mg/L Range 0 mg/L <0.001 - <0.001 mg/L 1.3 mg/L <0.002 - 1.1 mg/L 0.015 mg/L <0.001 to 0.014 mg/L 0 pCi/L 0 pCi/L 0.000 mg/L

ABSENT = 0 / 100 mL 2.9 units 0.29 NTU Average ** ** 1.37 mg/L Average 0.001 mg/L <0.14 mg/L 0.0043 mg/L

-0.11 ± 0.76 pCi/L* 1.73 ± 0.90 pCi/L * Range Average <0.0005 - 0.2287 mg/L 0.0049 mg/L

Total Trihalomethanes 0.100 mg/L 0.0000 mg/L <0.001 - 0.0324 mg/L 0.0129 mg/L * = Radiological results based upon 1999 Tests, the last Reporting Period for these components. ** = Barium & Fluoride results based upon 2003 Tests, the last Reporting Period for this component. Abbreviations Used in This Chart: = Less Than ug/L = micrograms per liter mg/L = milligrams per liter pCi/L = Picocuries per Liter

TABLE II UNREGULATED COMPONENTS TEST RESULTS Unregulated Range

RESULTS Component pH 7.7 to 9.2 7.9 (mean) Chloride (mg/L) ** ** 16 mg/L Hardness as CaCO3 ** (mg/L) ** 60 mg/L Iron (mg/L) ** ** 0.26 mg/L Sodium (mg/L) ** (Notification Level: 28 mg/L) ** 8.8 mg/L Sulfate (mg/L) ** ** 8.9 mg/L Radon pCi/L * * <150 pCi/L * = Radon results based upon 1999 Tests, the last Reporting Period for this component ** = Chloride, Hardness, Iron, Sodium, and Sulfate results based on single sampling 2004 Tests, the last Reporting Period for these components Abbreviations Used in This Chart: mg/L = milligrams per liter CaCO3 = Calcium Carbonate pCi/L = picocuries per Liter

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The Worthington Fire District was established in 1920 by Special Act of the Connecticut Legislature, with an effective date at which to begin operation of July 1, 1922. Its sole objective is the transmission and distribution of potable water to approximately 1,175 water customers. This bulletin has been prepared to provide Worthington Fire District’s customers with the confidence that the water they drink meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal Drinking Water Requirements. In 1967, the Worthington Fire District entered into an agreement to purchase all of its water from the Berlin Water Control Commission. During the period covered by this report, January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009, the Worthington Fire District sold One Hundred Forty Two Million, Eight Hundred Ninety-Six, Four Hundred Ninety-Eight (142,896,498) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produces 54.75% of its water needs and purchased 45.25% or less from the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District, comes from two (2) sources: Elton Rd: Production Well #1A; and Elton Rd: Production Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Elton Rd: Production Well #2 (installed in 1973, a well with a depth of 102 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. Elton Rd: Well #1A was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 and reclassified as Well #1A. Elton Rd: Well #2A (with a depth of 105 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Water from Wells #1A and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Worthington Fire District has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system. Table 1 also lists all of the contaminants that were detected during the 2009 sampling season. Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Barium in a water supply can result from the discharge of drilling or metal refining wastes or, as is most likely in this case, from the erosion of natural deposits. Some people consuming water containing Barium in excess of the MCL could experience an increase in their blood pressure. Chlorides in potable water can result from sewage contamination or contaminants by industrial waste or, as in most cases, at low levels, from erosion of natural deposits. Fluorides can arise in a water supply from fertilizer, discharge from aluminum factories, or erosion of natural deposits. It is also added, as in this case here, to promote strong teeth. Some people who drink water containing Fluoride in excess of the MCL, over many years, could contract bone disease including pain and tenderness of the bones. Children may experience mottled teeth. Haloacetic Acids are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer. Lead can enter a water supply from corrosion of household plumbing or from the erosion of natural deposits. Children who drink water containing Lead in excess of the Action Level could experience delays in their physical and mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink the water, over many years, could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Nitrate Nitrogen can enter a potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 10 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition known as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who drink the water. Radioactivity emitted in the form of Alpha and Beta radiation results, most frequently from the erosion of natural deposits. • Beta/photon emitters: Certain minerals are radioactive and may emit forms of radiation known as photons and beta radiation. Some people who drink water containing beta and photon emitters in excess of the MCL, over many years, may have an increased risk of getting cancer. • Alpha emitters: Certain minerals are radioactive and may emit a form of radiation known as alpha radiation. Some people who drink water containing alpha emitters in excess of the MCL, over many years, may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Radon occurs naturally in rock formations. Breathing air-containing radon may cause lung cancer. Radon Guidelines for Drinking Water: Currently, the State of Connecticut recommends that actions be taken to reduce water radon levels of 5,000 pCi/L or higher. Before taking any corrective action to reduce radon levels, at least one additional measurement should be taken to confirm if radon in the water exceeds the 5,000 pCi/L guideline. EPA to Adopt Water Radon Standard: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is currently considering a maximum concentration limit between 300 pCi/L and 1,000 pCi/L for public water. Additional information on the health risks from radon in water can be obtained from the State of Connecticut’s Radiation Control Program. Sodium can result from contamination by sewer water or industrial wastes but, in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. When values exceed 28 ppm, drinkers must be notified so that individuals on sodium-restricted diets can use another source. Trihalomethanes are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 100 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establishes limits for contaminants in bottled water that must provide the same protection for public health. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection

Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491). However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our drinkers. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm