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October 2000 - The Very First Article in The Peoples' Press
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Wallingford...Let’s Keep It Shining! Vote Republican November 6th!

EXPERIENCED. TRUSTWORTHY. CARING.

Vote for the entire Republican
Team on Tuesday, November 6th.
Together, we make
Wallingford shine!
This message was approved by William W. Dickinson, Jr.
Paid for by Dickinson for Mayor, Jared McQueen, Treasurer
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Turn a new leaf towards Health and Family at the

WALLINGFORD
FAMILY
Open House October 21st
from12:00pm – 4:00pm.
A Great Event for the Whole Family with special
activities, demonstrations, a scuba demonstration. Food,
Fun, and a chance to find out what we are all about.
Registration for October
Session IV Special Events
Parent's Night Out - Night on the Town
S e s s i o n I V c ove r s f r o m This program is designed especially for children in
grades K – 6. The program will take place every
O c t o b e r 27 - other Friday night from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. Kids will
enjoy pizza and juice, games in the gymnasium, and
D e c e m b e r 21 swimming in the pool, while you spend some quality
time together, without the kids! Registration is
St a r ti ng O c tob e r 8 th - required! Members: $15.00 Program Members:
C u r re n t s w i m l e s s o n m e m b e rs $25.00 October 5th & 16th
Friday Night Family Fit Club
w h o a re re - e n ro l l i n g i n t h e s a m e In addition to our weekly family gym and swim time,
l e ve l , t i m e & d ay join us for Friday Night Family Fit Club: a time
S t a r t i n g O c t o b e r 15 t h - M e m b e r s where families can spend quality time together doing
fun, healthy and fit activities. Free to Members
O n ly fo r a l l ot h e r p ro g r a m s Program Members: $10.00 per family
S t a r t i n g O c to b e r 2 2 n d - P ro g ra m October 12th Family Yoga
Halloween Overnight -
M e m b e rs fo r a l l p ro g r a m s A night of thrills and chills! - October 27th
Youth and Teens come and join us for a "ghoulishly"
YMCA Health fun overnight! The fun begins at 7PM on Saturday

& Wellness Programs

evening and keeps hopping until 9AM on Sunday
morning. Arrive in costume and enjoy a ghostly scav-
Individualized Programs enger hunt, a costume show, splashingly fun swim
Personal Training, The Running Coach adventure (bring your suits) and fall asleep listening
to ghostly storytelling. Take a journey through our
Mind & Body spook house if you DARE! Breakfast will be provid-
P i l a t e s , Yo g a ed. Members: $50 Program Members: $55
Adult Basketball League A Day of Howling Fun!
Ghouls & goblins of all ages come for an afternoon
Indoor Cycling of creepy crafts, spooky stories, and ghoulish games.
Group Fitness Cardio & Strength Classes Don't forget to wear your costumes and be prepared
to do some trick or treating around the YMCA.
Aqua Fitness Sunday October 21st 1:00 - 4:00PM
Especially for Seniors
Senior Group Strength Training, Senior
Brunch & Games, Smooth Moves

81 So. Elm Street, Wallingford 203-269-4497 www.wallingfordymca.org


Our November issue comes out on
October 30th and the submission
deadline is October 23rd!
What you need to know!
Official opening of the
Quinnipiac Linear Trail
Pictured L to R Joe Zajac, Chair
of Quinnipiac Linear Trail
Committee; Michael Rohde, City
Councilor, member of committee.
Celebrations of Life and Home
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Girl Scout Earns her Silver Award Through her Hard Efforts and Great Love!
Tori Sheldon set out to earn her Girl Scout Silver Award, by toiling in earnest towards a goal she is passionate about:
the voiceless, abandoned fur-children in her hometown of Wallingford, CT.
Tori logged in countless hours organizing and collecting donations at Stop and Shop, All Pets Club, and PetCo.
Wow! What a donation it was! I was over the moon with all the gifts which we are always in need of and very grate-
ful for.
Tori also handmade gorgeous blankets and pillows for the fur-children, adding her special love to each stitch. To
see a young lady giving so much from her heart truly offers such great faith in the next generation!
I cannot express how impressed I am by all she has done, so very well. One young person making such an amazing
difference! I am doubly impressed by her perception, as she spoke to me with wisdom about the Gift of witnessing the
caring hearts of others that donated towards her cause.
She spoke of a man leaving Stop and Shop, that donated the litter he had just purchased for his own kitty. The
mother and daughter that drove home, and then returned to donate some blankets, one a favorite fleece blanket that
belonged to one child in the family. The mom and child that gingerly placed each can of dog food, lovingly in the
donation bin. The little boy proudly handing over his bag of puppy treats with a pleased smile.
The gift of human care is a priceless gift to witness: the silver lining to Tori's Girl Scout Silver Award.
To all those that donated, and to Stop and Shop, PetCo, and All Pet's Club, a big, warm Thank You! To all the other
wonderful folks that gift us with supplies; I thank you as well. You all make a difference, something each good heart
hopes to do.
To Tori's parents, I say thank you for raising a child with such a loving heart towards those in need. You've gifted
her with an altruistic heart, which in turn gifts the world. Kudos!
To Tori, I say…your award was one of silver. Yet, to the furkids and those of us that daily see their plight .. YOU,
will forever be Golden!
Blessings and thanks,
Lisa and the "fur-kids" - Wallingford Animal Shelter 203 294-2180

Wallingford Public Library News

Andrew, Sunday, October 7th is your very special first birthday!
Hope it is as happy and wonderful as you are!
We love you. Love, Mommy, Daddy, Gramma and Grampas
You will note that we are limited in what we can offer since we are still under construction. We are hoping construc-
tion will be completed later this fall. Today they are pouring the new sidewalk out in front which will make my walk to
work infinitely easier!
Adult Programs at the Wallingford Public Library for October 2007:
Coffee Talk
Wednesday, October 10th
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Small Conference Room
"Coffee Talk" is an informal book discussion group where you can relax and talk about books. Come and engage in
stimulating conversation about books, characters and plot. It's a great way to share ideas and meet people with similar
interests and interesting perspectives. We will be talking about the novel, "The Highest Tide" by Jim Lynch. Books are
available from the Information Desk. Refreshments will be served.
Once all of the construction is complete we will be able to resume our children's programming and continue with
additional adult programs and events. I will give you a complete building update within the next week.

Autumn Hike in Wallingford

The Wallingford Land Trust will have a guided Autumn Hike on Saturday October 20th at Orchard Glen/Spruce Glen
Properties 2:00 off of Barnes Park North off of Route 68. It's moderately strenuous, hilly, with stream crossings and
uneven terrain. This woodland walk will visit two adjoining land trust properties with fall foliage, mushrooms, wild-
flowers, birds, streams and a waterfall on a well-marked trail. Land Trust members will act as guides.
Right from you for the Holidays! There will be a Trail Work Day that morning at 9:00 at the same site with lunch to follow.
If interested please contact WLT President Joe Palazzi at 284-0116 or Leader David Ellie at 269-9779. For more
Upcoming Submission Schedules information on the Land Trust, please check www.wallingfordlandtrust.org.

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The People’s Press • October 2007 • Page 4 Drinking tea,
Drinking Tea
Mayor's Corner - Wallingford Drinking tea, January, sitting with I burn my tongue
As I have done before,
Dear Friends: my grandmother
Talking about the weather, in New Scorching it red
Every month has many opportunities for enjoyment and encouragement of good Making it numb, unable to feel or
health. Everyone has problems and difficulties that at times come in waves. Dr. England,
The sky the color of frost, snow in taste.
Jon Kabat-Zinn says, "You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." Afraid to take another sip,
There are at least two events in October full of enjoyment and healthy activity. the air;
I drink my tea the color of crimson Of hurting myself more,
One is Red Ribbon Week, the week of October 23rd to October 31st. During that I bring the sup to my mouth,
week we encourage good decisions. On October 23rd, a public event with stu- Against the blank whiteness of my
cup, Only tasting the tea in my exhale,
dents from the public schools will highlight the need for everyone to set a good After it has slipped down my throat.
example and stay away from drugs and alcohol. Red Ribbons will be distributed Steam rising, forming clouds
Above the table. I wonder how my grandmother
to advertise the importance of the week. Can drink tea
The other event is the 30th Annual Wallingford Road Race. On Saturday, I drink my tea, feeling its hot
smoothness As hot as summer
October 13th, the "Fishbein 4 Mile" for serious runners will start at 9:00 a.m. at And not get burned,
North Elm Street and Christian Street. The Fun Run starts at 9:15 a.m. and the Soothe my throat,
Warm my insides. As I do.
School Relay at 10:30 a.m. Johanna Fishbein continues to be the inspiration for
these races. The relay races have relay teams from the elementary schools com- Remembering the heat of the sum-
mer sun, Turning on the kettle,
peting with one another! Feeling it's steamy warmth in my dry
So, if the waves keep coming and you can't surf, at least run through the water The nip of Autumn,
In the bitterness of winter. hands,
and laugh with everyone else. I pull out a thick, ceramic mug.
Sincerely, William W. Dickinson, Jr. Mayor I remember licking the white crystals
of snow A white one.
Mayor's Corner - Meriden As they fell in January, 1984, Feeling it's smooth coldness,
It reminds me of the snow.
Covering the ground with a blanket,
Dear Friends, Playing with my hair, I look out the kitchen window
I hope you are enjoying the warm Fall weather. The City of Meriden has an Kissing my eyelashes, To the dry winter grass,
array of programs available for all our citizen's enjoyment. The Trailblazer With winter roses blooming in my Frozen,
Hiking Program returns on Thursdays for six scenic hikes throughout Meriden. cheeks. Covered with crunchy frost,
The 2007 Autumn Fest will take place on Saturday, October 20th from 1:00 PM No snow.
to 4:00 PM at Hubbard Park. Hayrides, children's entertainment, arts and crafts, Waiting every winter for the snow to
and several refreshments will be available. Children ages 12 and under who fall, I pour steaming water over the tea
bring a canned or boxed food item will select a pumpkin from the "Peoples Impatiently, full of hope. bag,
Press Pumpkin Patch." We will also, once again, have the annual Halloween Wanting the earth to glisten as it had As it urgently bobs to the top.
House Decorating Contest. Please call the Parks and Recreation Department at done before, I give it a few dunks in the boiling
630-4259 to enter your home. When I was younger. bath
Castle Craig is open daily through October 31st from 10:00 AM to 4:45 PM, Remembering being small, before And cautiously fish it out of the cup.
weather permitting. On October 4th, you can view Meriden under the lights school, I drink my tea there,
from Sitting where I sit now, By the window,
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. We do hope you will join us for Halloween at City Hall Drinking my tea, Waiting for the snow,
from White like the snow, with milk, As I have done before,
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Wednesday, October 31st. You can get a special bag for Sweet, with crystals like snowflakes, And will do again,
candy collection at the Meriden Public Library before coming to City Hall. The of sugar. Without my grandmother.
Indoor Public Swim Program will begin at Maloney High School on Monday, Too sweet to drink, as I think of it
October 1st. The pool will be open on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM and Saturdays Now; But I drank it anyway, For Alice Hutchinson
and Sundays from 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM. The Co-Ed adult recreation Volleyball Program will take place every With my grandmother. By Kristen L. Melillo
Wednesday night at the Meriden YMCA from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The program will run from October 10th through
March 20th and there is a one time $35.00 registration fee.
I had an opportunity to tour the new Lowe's Plaza. This nineteen acre retail site will soon be home to a new Ocean
State Job Lot and Lowes. It will also retain longstanding tenants including Valencia Liquors. Lowe's will open its
SILVER CITY COIN & STAMPS
130,000 square foot store this January. Lowe's alone will cost over 12 million dollars and bring 120 new jobs to our
City. In closing, Meriden said good bye to a dear friend, excellent leader, and an inspiration to all of us. I wish the
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It's Flu Season, Cover That Sneeze, Stay Healthy

Submitted by the Wallingford Health Department
Celebrations of Life and Home
Changing seasons, changing temperatures also means changing our attitude about personal health. Is it just a cough,
just a sneeze or is it really influenza? I'm sure we have all heard people say that they don't get the "Flu shot" because
you can get the flu from the vaccine. NOT TRUE! Each year the strain of influenza changes, so each year there is a
new strain of vaccine to prevent the Flu. The vaccine contains noninfectious killed viruses and cannot cause the flu. If
you are already developing a respiratory illness such as a cold, this illness may present after you receive your vaccine
but it is unrelated to the vaccine.
Getting the Flu Vaccine is no guarantee that you won't get the Flu! Hand hygiene (proper and frequent hand wash-
ing), covering your sneeze or cough with a tissue (use it once and toss it) or your shirt sleeve will help stop the spread
of viruses. Catch it before it spreads!
The best time to receive the flu vaccine is during October or November, early in the season to prevent the illness
from developing. The flu vaccine is the primary method for preventing influenza and its potential severe complica-
tions. Epidemics of influenza typically occur during winter months and have been responsible for an average of
36,000 deaths per year in the US.
Who should get the flu vaccine? Persons aged 50 or older, young children, individuals with chronic medical condi-
tions, people who work with the public, and all medical professionals.
Individuals with a known allergy to eggs or persons currently experiencing an acute illness should not receive the flu
vaccine. Happy 1st Birthday Owen! We love you so much!
In addition to the flu vaccine, persons 65 years and older or individuals with suppressed immune system should also Love, Mommy, Daddy, Connor, Joey and Simon
receive the pneumonia vaccine. Both vaccines may be given at the same time. Unlike the flu vaccine, the pneumonia
vaccine is generally given only once, unless your primary provider indicates that a one-time revaccination is required.
So go out and enjoy the crisp air, but be safe, be smart and over That Cough! Make sure you COVER YOUR
COUGH or Sneeze with your bent arm (imagine pulling a cape up to your mouth like Bat Man) so as not to spread the What you need to know!
germs in your hand. We call that proper cough etiquette.
For vaccine clinic schedules, contact the Wallingford Health Dept. at 294-2065, the Wallingford VNA at 269-1475
or the CT ALA 1-888-NO-TO-FLU.

Crafters Needed
SS. Peter & Paul Orthodox Church in Meriden is holding a Holiday Extravaganza on November 3, 2007. Crafters and
local artisans will be present. In addition, the Church will open up its kitchen specializing in a variety of ethnic foods.
There will be a tea cup raffle as well. The craft show will run from 9:00 am -3:00 p.m. It will be held at St. Peter &
Paul's Community Center located at 305 Center Street, Meriden, CT. For information and crafter registration, please
contact Linda Craig @ 203-269-9759.

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Do you have a question regarding family life, budgeting, customer service
issues, DVD or book reviews, or home organization? We will give you our
candid advise from a family perspective. Contact The Peoples Press by e-mail
or phone with your confidential question and we will answer it in the next
issue.
June and Flora
Dear Housewives,
My step daughter is having her first child in November. I always wanted to be
called Nana. The 'other' grandmother was OK with that until recently when
she now wants to be called Nana. We both have the same last name initial too.
This is becoming an issue. Please advise.
Nana D in CT
FLORA: I say you both can be called Nana. I had Grandma W... and
Grandma B.... Since you are both Nana D's perhaps to distinguish you can be
called Nana "Teresa" and she can be called Nana "Sue".
Suggest it in this way: "Sue, how would you feel if I went by Nana
"Teresa"?"
It's too bad that some people have to complicate things...June?
JUNE: Yeah, I see no reason to complicate this. You can both be Nana. Just
my opinion but what is the deal with this whole Nana, Noni, Nunu, Gigi, Riri,
Ramadamading Dong thing? What ever happened to Grandma this and
Grandma that? I never had any of these fancy names for my Grandma and
Grandpa and now they are Great-Grandma and Great Grandpa to my kids.
What do you call a Nana when she is a great? Is it Great Nana? Maybe
Granny #2 would stick with the traditions and be a Grandma. I think it is
much cooler. Good luck and congrats!
Meriden Adult and Continuing Education Offers: Dear Housewives,
* Adult Basic Education Skills Classes (ABE) I work in an office and there is a coworker of mine that passes gas daily, mul-
tiple times during the day. There is no "excuse me". At first I felt like laughing
* English As A Second Language (ESL) but now I am annoyed. I leave and go to the restroom when I feel one coming
on. How do I deal with this very awkward situation?
* Citizenship Preparation Classes Joe trapped in the Cubicle
JUNE: Dear Joe, I have a question? How do you feel a fart of another "com-
* General Education Diploma Preparation (GED) ing on"? Okay, seems pretty strange to me but the whole question stinks.
Sorry, no pun intended. It just grosses me out. Who the hell, as an adult,
Classes for these specialized programs will be announced for you. "passes gas" at work repeatedly? And, what would an excuse me do for the
situation? It wouldn't make it any better or more polite. How about tooty
We also offer wonderful programs and classes for the there get some sort of gas pills or learn how to hold it in until he/she gets into
their vehicle and drives away. Talk to your boss. They get the big bucks to
general public in the Fall and Spring. Visit tell tooty to cut it out, no pun intended. That is gross!
FLORA: Joe, your question made me laugh but gassing in public in no laugh-
www.meridenadulted.org to see what it’s all about! ing matter. I would suggest to you to take the brave step and approach the
gasser and privately tell him that you and others hear the gassing and that it is
not culturally acceptable to gas in that manner. Tell him about anti-gas prod-
MERIDEN BUSINESS & LEARNING CENTER ucts (or just leave a package on his desk as a hint). If you can't approach him,
go with June's suggestion and tell the boss.
500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450 June, I think Joe was referring to himself when he 'felt one coming on'.
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Poem written in memory
of my grandfather
of your discovery Our Lady of Fatima
KENNETH MARSHALL For fragile - Craft Fair Nov. 10 What you need to know!
Little angel spread your wings and vulnerable A craft fair will take place on
Fly down to save those in pain. is what lies within ~ Saturday, November 10, from 9am to Official opening of the
Your tears do damage. unprotected 3pm in the parish hall of Our Lady Quinnipiac Linear Trail
But your heart revived. my heart hides nothing of Fatima Church, 382 Hope Hill
This bittersweet moments and I can be broken Road, Yalesville. Over 20 tables of
in time will never be forgotten. easily Pictured L to R Joe Zajac, Chair
local crafters. Raffles, bake sale, of Quinnipiac Linear Trail
I trusted you to hold my hand lunch kitchen will be available. Hall
to tell me everything would be okay. So Committee; Michael Rohde, City
is handicapped accessible. The pub-
But you took his life. If you find me lic is invited. Councilor, member of committee.
You hurt us all. Please ...
I know it's better now, Tread lightly
now that he's free of pain. Colonial
So hold him close.
Show him Love.
By Sissy Vaughn
Christmas Fair
And keep him safe until The Snowdrop
What you need to know!
Saturday, November 3, 2007
We fly with him up By Phyllis Head Relax for the holidays. Center
above. Appearing through the wintry soil Congregational Church, Meriden has
Silver Walker She comes with resolute constancy, been working hard to make life easi-
The prelude of an early Spring: er for you this holiday season. Come
The Fall of Summer and shop for your decorations, gifts,
Bows her head ingenuously, and baked goods. We have created
Ah! October has come To hide a translucent beauty in a beautiful hand made crafts to deco-
at last; down turned face to endear us all. rate your home. We have been
Emerald leaves are changing Carlos, 1982 sewing, gluing, twisting, stuffing and
fast. painting all summer to fill the tables
Our Coming Season of our next fair, coming soon. We
Vivid colors of gold, red George Arndt will have home made baked goods
and brown; There is a field of tender grass and there will be apple pies baking
Float ever so gently where rainbow flowers speckle it. all day, just for you. Have a sample,
to the ground. We've walked through it barefooted; or take home a whole pie for your
leaving traces of us, as we pass. freezer, to heat and serve on your SWCD Annual Meeting: Wingmasters
Furry critters scurry to special holiday. Your company will The Southwest Conservation District will sponsor a special event for the
and fro; There are leaves of brown and gold think you worked in the kitchen all 61st Annual Meeting on Monday, October 29th at 7:00 at the Milford City
Gathering goodies as that flutter gently to the ground. day. You will find handmade items,
they go. You and I have trampled in them; Hall (City Hall Chambers) on 110 River Street. Take I 91 south to I 95
including Christmas ornaments,
hand and hand in merriment, untold. south and exit 39A. After a brief meeting and special award presentations,
house decorations, and special gifts
Autumn is a wondrous time as you wander around to the different the special live birds of prey program will follow.
of year; I've seen the glistening winter snow booths. Join us for a mid-morning The program will feature Julie Collier and live ‘North American Birds
So, let's all enjoy it while brought in on November winds. snack of coffee and sticky buns, or of Prey’ from Wingmasters of Springfield, Mass. The program will fea-
it's here. You and I have held one another; relax and enjoy a cup of our home ture the following raptors: Golden Eagle ‘Lakota’, American Kestrel
George Arndt warming each, to a pinkish glow. made soup with a sandwich for ‘Massachusett’, Red Tailed Hawk ‘Aquinnah’, Northern Saw-Whet Owl
lunch. Then take the "Cookie Walk" ‘Chippewa’, Barred Owl ‘Moodus’, Great Horned Owl ‘Osamequin’,
If you are one And now I smell the blossoms where you can gather up your Eastern Screech Owl ‘Sachem’.
of the very few that soon will be blooming forth. favorite cookies to fill your freezer Wingmasters focus is to increase public awareness of North American
that sees me Then you and I will share the fruit, and make the holidays deliciously
savoring tastes--yet to come. Birds of Prey. Julie Ann Collier and Jim Parks are licensed raptor rehabil-
behind what I show easy. We will have pecans fresh
itators based in Springfield Mass. They provide a home for these raptors
the world from Georgia and cheese direct from
Michael Cole's poetry Vermont, it doesn't get any fresher which cannot be released into the wild for various reasons and use them for
then please
A contrasting poem than this. With giant specialty theme educational programs throughout New England.
tread lightly
baskets, a Tea Cup Auction, Craft In addition you will be able to view Julie’s artwork and Jim’s photos of
Kindness, truth and giving YESTERDAY, TODAY AND tables, and a Tag Sale which includes these magnificent birds, samples of which can be viewed on the
will touch me TOMORROW baby clothes, we have something for Wingmasters website: www.wingmasters.net For more information, please
and I will answer everyone. There will also be unique call Ellie Tessmer at SWCD 269-7509x710 or swcd43emt@sbcglobal.net.
with compassion, Yesterday always was activities to occupy the children, and The meeting is open to the public and especially families.
honesty and feeling Today always is our book sale is always an event. photo: Barred Owl and Julie Collier by Carole Golitko
The sharing Tomorrow is always coming. Proceeds from the Fair will be used

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can be amazing to help maintain our historic church
The passion white hot Tomorrow never comes building, contribute to activities for
Today never ends our youth, and to further local and
But ... Yesterday willl never be too far worldwide ministries. Come join us Looking for a first floor apartment or single family with
away.
If you found me
for this fun day.
Center Congregational Church is main level bedroom for rent in Meriden. References
by accident REFLECTION located at the corner of Broad and gladly provided! Please call 203.627.3948
then let the temptation The cat, it sat watching a hat, East Main Streets, Meriden, park in
to manipulate pass … A hat, that sat, on a cat. the back and come in the side door.
Walk away This cat sat, watching that cat, The Fair will be open from 9:00 AM
without a trace With a hat on its back. to 3:00 PM on November 3, 2007.

PRAYER TO The Blessed Virgin: Never
known to fail. Oh most beautiful power of
Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of
Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of
God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my
necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and
show me that you are my mother. Oh Holy
Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven
and earth, I humbly seek you from the bot-
tom of my heart to secure me in my neces-
sity. (Make your request). There are none
that can withstand your pwer. Oh Mary,
conceived without sin, pray for us who
have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary,
I place this prayer in your hands (3 times).
Say this prayer for three consecutive days
and then you must publish it and it will be
granted to you. Grateful Thanks. C.P.L.
PRAYER TO The Blessed Virgin: Never
known to fail. Oh most beautiful power of
Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of
Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of
God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my
necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and
show me that you are my mother. Oh Holy
Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven
and earth, I humbly seek you from the bot-
tom of my heart to secure me in my neces-
sity. (Make your request). There are none
that can withstand your pwer. Oh Mary,
conceived without sin, pray for us who
have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary,
I place this prayer in your hands (3 times).
Say this prayer for three consecutive days
and then you must publish it and it will be
granted to you. Grateful Thanks. P.A.
PRAYER TO The Blessed Virgin: Never
known to fail. Oh most beautiful power of
Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of
Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of
God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my
necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and
show me that you are my mother. Oh Holy
Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven
and earth, I humbly seek you from the bot-
tom of my heart to secure me in my neces-
sity. (Make your request). There are none
that can withstand your pwer. Oh Mary,
conceived without sin, pray for us who
have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary,
I place this prayer in your hands (3 times).
Say this prayer for three consecutive days
and then you must publish it and it will be
granted to you. Grateful Thanks. J.C.N.
The People’s Press • October 2007 • Page 8
GREY LADY,' ALL GUSSIED UP, LOSES QUIET CHARM
By Phyllis S. Donovan
Back when I was a college girl, I went one summer with my roommate to wait on table in a small
restaurant on Nantucket to earn money to pay for my school books and expenses.
Up until that time, growing up in the Berkshires, I had only seen the ocean once in my life
before boarding the ferry which took us 30 miles out to sea to spend the summer of our 20th year
working on the island I would come to love.
From the minute the boat skirted the lighthouse at Brant Point and nosed into the harbor, I was
charmed by the island known as the "Grey Lady'.
In those days, the cobblestone streets and grey shingled buildings harked back to the days of
Quakers and whaling ships. The harbor was surrounded with a hodge-podge of workaday business-
es and the Whaling Museum documenting its earliest industry, was an unappealing building with
uninspired exhibits. Day trippers could pick up a rental bike at Young's Bicycle Shop to peddle
around the island to get to the popular Jetties Beach or out to Surfside with its more challenging
beaches. For the not so athletic, a sightseeing bus was available to take folks out to see Siasconset
(Sconset), the village at the far end of the island with its rose-covered cottages and stop by some
of the island's other attractions like the Oldest House, Old Windmill and Sankaty Lighthouse.
Families could get a decent meal for not a lot of money at places like the Downyflake Donut
Shop where we worked or other reasonabley priced eating establishments. Better healed visitors
could dine at the White Elephant, Mad Hatter or even Sconset's Moby Dick. There was a movie
theater right near Main Street where they showed the newest released movies (which ran for a
week at a time) and we spent many an evening with our young crowd enjoying beach parties with
bonfires and singalongs. (This was in the 1950s before drugs, sex and rock and roll.) Simple times,
simple fun.
Eventually, summer ended and we went back to school with warm memories of our special
island in the sun.
Fast forward a few years. My roommate married one of the local Nantucket boys and settled down
out there to raise a family and run her own real estate agency. Our family would go out there from
time to time to visit and every time we went, we saw how the island was changing. The harbor area
was spruced up and gentrified. People were buying the old grey shingled cottages and fixing them
up. Real estate was booming and strict rules were laid down as to what and where people could
build. There isn't that much open space on an island that is barely 15 miles long and three miles
wide.
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Over the years, we have been back and forth fairly regularly, to hear a Boston Pops concert at
the Jetties Beach or sail with our friends from Nantucket to Martha's Vineyard and back. But in the
summer months, the island has increasingly become so loaded with tourists that a stroll up Main
Street was like maneuvering the sidewalks of New York City it was so jammed and hectic. Stores
were too crowded to get waited on (and the prices were so high out there, we mostly just looked
and rarely bought.) Our friends were forced to shop for groceries late at night when the summer
crowds were sleeping or partying.
This year, my former roommate invited us and mutual friends from Pennsylvania who had
never been to Nantucket, to visit Nantucket in September, after the bulk of the tourists had aban-
doned the place for home.
Even the ferry ride over was more leisurely with barely one-third the people it carries at the peak
of the season. Still, day-trippers were eager to sign up for the island sightseeing bus and Young's,
after all these years, was still renting out bicycles.
With first-time visitors in tow, our Nantucket hosts drove us all over the island, showing us
parts of the island we hadn't seen in years. What an eye-opener! Even way out in the far reaches of
the island, amid the moors which had been empty not so long ago, huge rambling houses have
sprung up. Like the McMansions in upscape neighborhoods around here, they are far more house
than any ordinary family would need. Some are as large as hotels. Yes, we know such well known
people as Senator John Kerry, GE's Jack Welch and designer Tommy Hilfiger have island digs. But
how do all those other people afford to build such enormous places out there, especially since they
only use them a month or two (or less) out of the year. Just getting their vehicles over there by
ferry costs an arm and a leg….if they can even get a reservation to take them along from the main-
land.
Our Pennsylvania friend, who also sells real estate, was amazed at the prices they are asking for
most of those houses. Even a small Cape Cod or ranch (with the requisite grey shingle siding) start
for over a million dollars or two. The larger places are going for seven, eight, and even 13 million.
The lowest priced place in the ads was a shacky looking house selling for 750,000! Who buys
these places …. And as second homes!
Where do the local tradespeople live? Where do the waitresses and chambermaids and bar-
tenders live? Young people who grew up on the island can't afford to live there these days.
On a Saturday jaunt out to the airport while we women were checking out the shops, our hus-
bands saw rows of trucks belonging to the plumbers, electricians, carpenters and others who work
all week on the countless places that are being renovated (many of them gutted and/or moved once
they're purchased). The trucks' owners had evidently flown home to the main-
land to spend their weekend with their families.
As island prices continue to escalate, who knows where it will end. I'm just
happy that my introduction to Nantucket was back in simpler times when the
quiet charm of the island was its main appeal. Now owning a summer place
on the island seems to be a status symbol for those people who want to
impress others.
In spite of the social climbers, Nantucket is still a lovely place to visit.
The one high point of our recent visit was finding the old Whaling Museum
beautifully renovated by the Nantucket Historical Association. We were
extremely pleased with the handsome exhibits, nifty gift shop, wonderful sto-
ryteller and film explaining how the bones of an authentic sperm whale hang-
ing from the ceiling were salvaged from a whale that beached itself on a
Nantucket beach several years ago. Seems even the whales think Nantucket is
an ideal place for resting their weary bones.
It was one of those perfect English autumnal days which occur more fre-
quently in memory than in life. --P. D. James
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There's No Such Thing as a Bad Home Movie He sums it up this way: "Home Movies are more than an irreplaceable part
by Bruce Manke
of family history. They reveal a truth about our human condition that is so
In uncertain times, when the world may be falling apart at the seams, we instinctively draw our families closer. On a
easily overlooked. I've transferred thousands of home movies from all over
fireplace mantle, in ornate frames, are pictures of great-grandparents next to more modern frames with images of babies
the world, and what I see is more of what's the same about everyone than
still swaddled and close-eyed. A burgeoning scrapbook on a coffee table details the family's history with pictures, let-
what's so awfully different. It's too bad more people don't get a chance to see
ters, and other ephemera. It's good to spend some time with memories that evoke a soothing response.
that for themselves. It would give us all a reason to be a little less fearful of
With the aging of the Boomer Generation has come an explosive renewal in the search for our family history, and as
each other. So, you see, John Waters comment is right on the money. There
newly-appointed family archivists rummage in closets or attics, some find more than scalloped-edged photos and dusty
really is no such thing as a bad home movie."
postcards. The lucky ones find a shoebox filled with small reels of home movies; a cache of potentially astonishing
power. The rummager may have an instant flood of recognition or may never have known they existed. But most cer-
If a man . . . can paint a landscape, and convey into souls and ochres all
tainly, there are likely to be a few generations that have never seen them, ever. Our parents made these films, and as our
the enchantments of Spring or Autumn; it is certain that the secret cannot
parents age, our children grow, and we want to connect the generations.
be kept; the first witness tells it to a second, and men go by fives and tens
The actual science of motion film was invented in 1887, but it wouldn't be until the early 1920s that average people
and fifties to his doors. --Ralph Waldo Emerson
the world over would be able to purchase cameras and make their own films. From that time on, the world was in love
with "movies", and the movies loved us back by recording everyone and everything the lens saw from hundreds of
thousands of units. Three film gauges dominated amateur collections from the 1920s to the mid 1970s. Though video
tape mediums like VHS then took over as the popular choice because of its immediate results compared to film, video
tape has taken the public on a costly joyride from one format to another over a much shorter span of years. Film, on the
other hand, remained dependably the same for some fifty years; a pretty astounding record of performance. It's also one
of the major reasons there's so much of it throughout the world today.

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Film archivist Bruce Manke, of Video Imagination in Wallingford is a local expert in film preservation and transfer.
"Because family films reach back to the earlier parts of the 20th century, these images are historical primary sources
now, and I remind everyone that their films have a price above rubies. There is something so visceral in watching films

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of yourself as a child, or your parents as young adults. It's the closest you'll come to being able to go back in time.
There's a startlingly different emotional response between seeing a picture of your parent or yourself from an earlier
time, and seeing a moving image of the same thing. The film is immeasurably more powerful.
"Each collection can have unexpected surprises, said Mr. Manke. "I often played copies of my clients' films on a
large screen at my shop. One day an older gentleman walked in, stood quietly in front of the screen as a 45 year-old
No matter what the name of the
black and white film of a newly married young couple played. He turned to me and said "that's Mary Cartwright. We Sale, it will be on sale at Yalesville
buried her yesterday." I was astounded. He didn't know the man who took the films, and when I asked if her husband
was still living, he said that Mrs. Cartwright was widowed many years ago." But she had a son. He came to the shop United Methodist Church!
the next morning and watched the short film over and over. He never knew it existed, nor did his mother ever mention Come Ramble and Save!
it, and even he didn't know the man who took it. It was a one-in-a-million circumstance. What were the chances that a
friend of Mrs. Cartwright's would walk into my shop at the exact instant her wedding film was playing? Naturally, we
made her son copies and introduced him to the man who had taken the films. It was a humbling moment.
Friday, October 19th
Some collections have a few downright lucky shots of what turn out to be truly historic moments. One client used to
spirit her dad's camera out of the house and shoot a few minutes here and there. As her father was scolding her for tak- 4pm - 7pm
ing the camera, she ignored him long enough to film a minute of something interesting she saw in the sky. It was the
ill-fated Hindenburg passing over the shoreline of Milford, CT. There are many family films of JFK at Waterbury's Saturday, October 20th
Elton Hotel the night of his famous Election Eve visit in 1960; the Naugatuck Valley flood of 1955 and a devastating
tornado in Waterville, CT in 1962. There hasn't been another time in history that an entire century has scenes of day to 9am - 2pm
day life captured with the absolute realism of motion.
Seeing these films a reel at a time is what people may be used to, but when you get to see everything in your collec- Refreshments and Baked Goods
tion played without interruption, there's an unexpectedly different emotional response. The room around you disappears available by our Master Chefs!
and you're hurtled back in time. You live among those you see moving before your eyes. It's pretty intense for some
people."
Technological advances have driven part of the surge in interest to transfer and preserve family films. Less than a
dozen years ago the cost to transfer these films to a digital format was prohibitive. "The advantage of film transfer to an
easy-to-use medium such as DVD is practical and sensible" says Mr. Manke. "Once the movies are safely brought to
another medium, the film collection can be enjoyed by everyone in the family without putting more wear and tear on
the films themselves.
"People are genuinely surprised to hear that their films can easily last for far more than a hundred years" according
to Mr. Manke. "A tremendous amount of film I've worked with was recorded as far back as the mid 1920s. These films
are already 85 years old and they're in terrific condition. From what I've seen, there's no reason to believe these films
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Additionally, there is the increas-
ingly popular National Home Movie Patricia is about ACTION. She acts on PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR
Day. Mr. Manke served as the film YOUR needs & what Meriden needs!
technician for this year's Home
Movie Day held in New Haven. The * Created the “Litter Committee” to clean
event is held worldwide. "What a up our beautiful city!
great idea. We evaluated family
films, and then we projected them in * Serving as a Committee Member for * Boundary Surveys
a small theatre environment. What a National Night Out.

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tremendous connection; families
watching each other's films and
enjoying it so much." Speaking of
the value of Home Movie Day, an
annual event since 2003, renowned
filmmaker John Waters said, "There's
no such thing as a bad home movie.
These mini-underground-opuses are
revealing, scary, joyous, always
flawed, filled with accidental art and
shout out from attics and closets all
over the world to be seen again.
Home Movie Day is …a chance for
family memories to suddenly
become show business."
"Home movies are wonderfully
entertaining," says Mr. Manke.
"When someone tells me their film
photography 'isn't that good', I
remind them that even if the films
are technically imperfect, they were
handmade, personal, and cement a
connection from past to present.
Listen as you watch. You'll hear a
family member telling you: 'This is a
scene from long ago'."
* An active supporter of Neighborhood
Associations and the Council of
Neighborhoods.
*Expanded the Community Clean-Up Days
to include FREE DUMP DAYS! * Construction Layouts
* Worked with the Housing Department to
make sure that the Anti-Blight Ordinance
is enforced and making our city safer. * Specialized Mapping
* Active involement with the Health
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that improve the quality of life for ALL
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Moving Forward Together...
I promise to continue the efforts I have begun and to work
together with Mayor Benigni and my fellow Councilors.
To me, it’s always been about You and it always will be!
VOTE DEMOCRATIC ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH
This message approved by Patricia. Paid for by Friends of Lynes, Emil Altobello - Treasurer
The People’s Press • October 2007 • Page 10
Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into
you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into
you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves.
What you need to know!
The New Haven County Marshal's Association held a dinner meeting at
Gaetano’s Tavern on Main in Wallingford, CT on September 27, 2007 to
present several organizations with much needed funds. Checks were pre-
sented to: Boys and Girls Club, North Farms Volunteer Fire Dept., East
Wallingford Volunteer Fire Dept., Yalesville Volunteer Fire Dept.,
Wallingford Wishing Well & The American Red Cross. Shown from the
evening event is (L-R) Howard Marshall (President NHCMA), Mary Fritz
(State Representative, Deputy Speaker), Judy Daus (Board of Directors
WWW) accepting for the Wallingford Wishing Well, & Chris Holcomb
(President WWW). The overwhelming generosity from the Marshall’s
Association has again increased this year to provide even more money for
these organizations.
Bobbie's Bevy of Beauties
Whatever is blooming now is what remains of the beauties of 2007. This gorgeous weather has certainly helped. Some
rain would be an added plus. I'm tired of watering as I'm sure many of you are. Thought the Montauk daisy and
chrysanthemums were late last year to come into bloom. They are still only buds and probably won't flower for at least
another week. Let's hope some of the very cool nights stay away for a while. Difficult to visualize brown limp dead
stalks instead of green foliage with many different kinds of colorful flowers on them.
The tomatoes are still plentiful. If I don't make a sandwich or two out of them then I'll cut them into small chunks
and add Italian dressing and pig out.
Jimmy was released from the Southing Care Center on Sept. 13th. The recovery is too slow for him but he's doing
very well. A nurse and physical therapist come to the house to check his vital signs and help with his exercises. Great
gals. Climbing up and down stairs is nowhere as big a problem as we thought it might be. Of course driving right now
is still a no no. Has some pain and stiffness but his doctor says his progress is very good. Just a matter of time. Prior
to and when he came home I ended up with laryngitis, sinus infection and chest cold. Just what we needed. Finally
much better now.
Tahrah will have left us a year ago on Sept. 29th. Love her and miss her. LitlBit moved into our home and hearts
on Oct. 8th. Almost a year now. Would bring him to visit Jimmy. He is so lovable. Had quite a fan club at the care
center.
When the next issue comes out I'm sure a lot of transplanting and cleanup will have been done. So until that next
writing I will say good bye.
Last but not least. A great big "Thank You" to family neighbors and friends. For the phone calls, cards, visits, food,
picking up groceries and prescriptions, chauffeur service and even the weed whacking and mowing of our back lawn.
And also the staff at his surgeon's office who sent a floral arrangement. Thanks again. "B and J"
Flowercerely yours, Bobbie G. Vosgien
Wallingford Historical Society Annual Meeting
The Wallingford Historical Society will hold it's annual meeting on October 17th in the basement of the First Baptist
Church located at 114 South Main Street in Wallingford. The dinner will begin at 6:30pm followed by musical enter-
tainment at 8pm. The Southington Chamber Singers will perform a selection of songs from American History includ-
ing folk songs, spirituals and Broadway favorites. Everyone is welcome. Call 265-0313 for reservations.
Cat Lover's (Minnie Mouse)
To the people who adopted a cat at the Meriden Humane Society on May 4, 2007. Her name was "Minnie Mouse" and
I would like to know how she is. The manager will not let me have your name or where you live. I miss her very
much and hope she is doing well. Sorry, I gave you up Minnie! We all make mistakes in life. Your brothers and sis-
ters are all fine and wish you were here. If the folks who adopted you could please let me know by calling 630-3474 or
I would love to have a recent picture sent to me: Mary Morgan, 23 Randolph Court Apartment 1, Meriden 06451 I
would really like it a lot. Take care Minnie Mouse and be good. I love you and miss you so much. Love you always!
Love, "Mom" Mary Morgan

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Saved by HU
By Isa Navarre
Why does God send angels? When a simple 'miracle' could do the job, the
personal touch leaves us with an undeniable, unarguable knowing that we've
been blessed and that God really cares. I am alive today because of an angel.
When my daughter, Emily, was two, we took a vacation in Kauai. The
beach was as lovely as the photo of a postcard, only the people playing in the
waves were mostly senior citizens. Beautiful Souls they were, nonetheless, as
they laughed and splashed with delight. I stayed on the sand, struggling with a
lifelong fear of ocean waves.
As toddlers do, Emily pulled and tugged my hand, begging to go into the
water.
Finally, I relented. If the seniors could do it, so could we. I would be care-
ful to stay close to them. Emily and I splashed through the waves' crest until
What you need to know!
PLEASE HELP HILLIE FIND A HOME!!! Hillie is a very friendly, affec-
tionate senior girl who was unceremoniously dumped in the middle of a
park in the dead of winter. She LOVES attention, and will chirp and purr
any time someone comes near her. She does not like children or other pets.
Hillie has been spayed, vaccinated, and tested negative for FIV and feline
leukemia. Meeting Hillie is love at first sight!! If you are interested in giv-
ing this wonderful girl the perfect home, please contact Hidden Treasures
Adoption Center at 860-828-3106 or beckymccaffery@comcast.net
What you need to know!
The New Haven County Marshal's Association held a dinner meeting at
Gaetano’s Tavern on Main in Wallingford, CT on September 27, 2007 to
present several organizations with much needed funds. Checks were pre-
sented to: Boys and Girls Club, North Farms Volunteer Fire Dept., East
Wallingford Volunteer Fire Dept., Yalesville Volunteer Fire Dept.,
Wallingford Wishing Well & The American Red Cross. Shown from the
evening event is (L-R) Howard Marshall (President NHCMA), Mary Fritz
(State Representative, Deputy Speaker), Judy Daus (Board of Directors
WWW) accepting for the Wallingford Wishing Well, & Chris Holcomb
(President WWW). The overwhelming generosity from the Marshall’s
Association has again increased this year to provide even more money for
these organizations.
The People’s Press October 2007 Page 11
we were just behind it. We held each other in an embrace as we were gracefully lifted up and down by the rolling
swells.
Soon my feet no longer touched the sand. No worry, I thought, I could just swim back to shore while holding Emily
who was also supported by inflatable "floaties" on her arms. Strangely, my efforts were fruitless. I was drifting away
from the other bathers and there was nothing I could do about it. Minutes later we were beyond the crescent of land
that defined the beach, and moving steadily out to sea.
I spun in circles, looking for anyone who might be swimming nearby. We were desperately alone, and too far away
from anyone who might hear our cries for help.
I panicked, certain now that my fear had been well founded and wondering why I hadn't "listened" and stayed out of
the water. The adrenaline peaked and then dissipated leaving me drained. My muscles were shaking and felt rubbery.
"Emily," I said, "Sing HU."
"Why Mommy?"
"Sing HU, just Sing HU," I answered breathlessly.
My daughter began a sweet melody, singing the ancient word that we often sang together. HU is a love song to God
and is sung with your heart as open as it can be, to receive divine love in return. I had no strength left to speak, let
alone sing with her. Every ounce of my willpower was spent treading water. I knew Emily's floaties would keep her
aloft indefinitely, but they could not support my weight. I wondered how many minutes more I had left, and decided I'd
let go my daughter so that she would have a chance to survive.
Meanwhile, I listened to Emily's HU, and asked for help with my thoughts.
"Would you like a lift back to shore?"
The voice came from a swimmer who approached from behind me, holding a boogie board.
Where did he come from? I didn't care. I nodded and grabbed the board with my last ounce of strength. Shortly,
we were back on the sand. Emily ran onto the beach while I collapsed. Never before had I felt so exhausted. I'd noticed
our rescuer was wearing blue swimming trunks, but when I looked up a second time to thank him, he was gone. The
beach was too wide for him to disappear. I asked a nearby bather if she had seen him, and she had not. When I
regained my strength I scoured the beach looking for him, wanting to express my gratitude. I never saw him again.
God could have answered my prayer by reversing the riptide so we would be carried back to shore. He could have
ceased the sea-bound current so I could swim back myself. Instead, he sent an angel-who could swim against the back-
ward flow and tow us to safety. Why? I believe the answer lies in the question itself. When we are asked to ponder
such unanswerables, we become the seeker. Our curiosity about life becomes like a current that may guide us from
church to church, book to book, to study group to personal, spiritual exploration. On our journey, we become closer to
God. Whether it's by singing HU or through any other method, developing that closeness opens our heart to divine
love-and any miracle we might need.
Believe in yourself, your neighbors, your work, your ultimate attainment of more complete happiness. It is only
the farmer who faithfully plants seeds in the Spring, who reaps a harvest in Autumn. --B. C. Forbes
The People’s Press • October 2007 • Page 12
Annual Meeting of Meriden Children
First and debate for Board
of Education Candidates
The Meriden public is cordially invited to attend the annual
meeting of the Meriden Children First Initiative. The event will
be held on Wednesday, October 17, 6:30 p.m. at the Curtis
Cultural Center.
The evening will include:
" Introduction of the 2008 Meriden Children First Board of
Directors.
" Status of 2007 priority issues and presentation 2008 priorities
for Meriden children and families.
" Recognition of this year's 'Children's Champions'.
" Celebration of ten years of quality preschool through the
School Readiness Program, and a special tribute to the Meriden
preschool teacher of the year.
The annual meeting will be immediately followed by a lively
debate of those candidates running for the Meriden Board of
Education.
Refreshments will be provided. On-site professional childcare
is available upon request. To RSVP or more information about
the event, contact David Radcliffe at Children First at 630-3566
or via email at dwradcliffe@juno.com
What's happening..........
"AT THE AUGUSTA"
The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center that is!! 175 East Main
Street, Meriden
The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center (ACCC) is looking for
volunteers to organize special events, instruct classes, be
doscents of the Center, and many other tasks. If you are interest-
ed in volunteering for the ACCC please contact Staci at 230-639-
2856.
The ACCC will be hosting "Tricks, Treats, and ARTS" on
Sunday, October 28th from 2pm to 4pm and is looking for
Pumpkin Carvers and Scarecrow makers. We want to bring the
art of Halloween to Meriden's Arts and Cultural Center. There
will be a prize for the most creative & artistic costume awarded.
Only 2 months left to enter!!!
Event is for ages 4 to 6, and there will be a costume parade,
treats for everyone, Halloween Tattoos, and so much more.......
Holiday display will begin at the Center on November 10th
and continue through Dec. 5th. Trees, wreaths, and centerpieces
are needed for the display. If interested in decorating an item for
the Silent Auction it must be dropped off either Nov. 8th or 9th.
Display will be open daily from Nov. 29th through Dec. 4th
11am to 8pm. Call for times on all other days. Show your sup-
port for the Arts Community and come out and enjoy the display
and place a bid for your favorite tree or other Holiday item. All
non-profits participating in display will receive half of the pro-
ceeds that there item brings in. What a great gift for the
Holidays, all items can be picked up on Dec. 5th if your bid is
the winner. In order to have display open we will need volun-
teers to be on hand at the display, if interested in being a part of
this volunteer group give us a call at 203-639-2856 or e-mail us
at accc@ci.meriden.ct.us. We are also looking for instructors to
do Holiday themed classes, such as floral arrangements, tree
decorating, meal presentation, and many more.........
We need you to get involved!!! The ACCC is a wonderful
place to experience Arts & Culture at its best. Our volunteer
guild only makes us stronger in what we can be to this commu-
nity, so get involved in anyway you can and support all that can
be good about The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center!! Check out
our website at www.curtisculturalcenter.org to see all the upcom-
ing events.
We want everyone to know and to be involved in what is hap-
pening.........."AT THE AUGUSTA"
Meriden Public Library News and Events
DR. KANE TO PRESENT PROGRAM -"REVERSING DIA-
BETES" OCTOBER 17
Meriden Public Library will host a special appearance by naturo-
pathic physician Dr. Michael Kane of the Connecticut Center for
Health on Wednesday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. His topic will be
"Reversing Diabetes". Everyone is invited to attend.
The incidence of diabetes is on the rise in the United States
with an estimated 18 million people diagnosed with the blood
sugar regulation disease. It is the sixth leading cause of death
and direct medical costs exceed $90 billion dollars annually.
These alarming health statistics are of concern for all. But most
concerning is the surge of youth who are diagnosed with this dis-
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ease. Inactivity, poor diet and lifestyle choices are major factors
indicated in the development of this illness.
Come join us to learn how you can start the process of
"Reversing Diabetes" naturopathic physician Dr. Michael Kane
will present the "natural" prevention and treatment options for
those concerned about diabetes. The program is free and the
public is invited to attend. Since seating is limited, free registra-
tion is requested by calling (203) 630-6349, sending an email to:
comsvc@hotmail.com or by signing up online at the library cal-
endar at www.meridenlibrary.org
"BENEFITS OF MASSAGE THERAPY" PROGRAM OCTO-
BER 24 AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Meriden Public Library will host the program "The Benefits of
Massage Therapy" with licensed massage therapist Carol
Radzunas on October 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the Griffin Meeting
Room. Ms. Radzunas will present information about massage
therapy including the history and medical advances in this field.
Several licensed massage therapists will be assisting Ms.
Radzunas by offering massages to anyone in the audience.
Ms. Radzunas was trained at the Connecticut Center for
Massage Therapy in their medical massage therapy program and
interned at Hartford Hospital. She is certified in Orthopedic
Massage and is a certified personal trainer with the National
Strength and Conditioning Association. Radzunas is also a
member of the American Massage Therapy Association
(AMTA). This program will be part of organization's National
Massage Therapy Awareness Week, October 21-27, 2007. The
AMTA is a professional association of more than 56,000 mem-
bers. All members must demonstrate a level of skill and knowl-
edge through education and/or testing and must meet continuing
education requirements to retain their membership. The AMTA
provides information about massage therapy to the public and
helps consumers and healthcare professionals locate qualified
massage therapists nationwide through their free locater service.
The program is free and the public is invited to attend. Free
registration is requested by calling (203) 630-6349, by sending
an email to comsvc@hotmail.comor by signing up at the library
online calendar at www.meridenlibrary.org.
Once in a young lifetime one should be allowed to have as
much sweetness as one can possibly want and hold. ~Judith
Olney

After eating chocolate you feel godlike, as though you can conquer ene-
mies, lead armies, entice lovers. ~Emily Luchetti
RESCUED MOTHER & KITTEN STILL NEED A HOME
What you need to know!
Special Program
The Quinnipiac Valley Audubon Society, the local chapter of the National
Audubon Society, will sponsor an Special Program at Riverbound Farm,
1881 Cheshire St in Cheshire on Sunday, October 14th at 1:30. The pro-
gram will feature Marvin Carley, UCONN Certified Master Gardener and
President of Cheshire Garden Club. The Program is “Putting Your Garden
to Bed” a primer for gardeners who want to get a head start on next year’s
gardening. Held Rain or Shine.The program is Free and Open to the Public.
For information: Call Loretta Victor at 203-634-1911
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The People’s Press October 2007 Page 13
Nature as a Mirror
by Dorothy Gonnick
GRASSHOPPERS
Hordes of grasshoppers
Chewing ripened fields of grain,
Devastating crops.
The recent lack of rain has caused our garden to suffer, evidenced by
the drooping plants and flowers and the dusty soil. The garden hose
has brought refreshing moisture and new vigor to the plants with a
promise of fresh veggies soon. Sparse rain has also brought memories
of the 1930's and widespread drought throughout the Midwest. The
dry, parched soil of our Iowa farm constantly blew into the house and
settled on everything, so dusting was an everyday chore that seemed
such a futile task.
The absence of rain was bad enough, but the horde of grasshoppers
was horrid. They stripped the grains of wheat and oats in the field
and were everywhere. They found their way into the house, and to
Mom's dismay began chewing on the pongee dining room curtains.
Pongee is fabric made of raw silk, so it was very tasty to those
grasshoppers. Getting rid of the grasshoppers was a disgusting job;
catching them and feeling their scratchy legs against our skin; then
their sudden jump away with outstretched wings was most annoying
and haunted our dreams at night. When grasshoppers feel threatened,
they have a nasty habit of spitting something akin to tobacco juice.
Whenever cousin Maury attempted to make those grasshoppers spit
their ugly brown "tobacco" juice toward us, we girls would quickly back away; yet watched in fascination as he
squeezed them to make them spit.
Dad and Grandpa would come in from the fields, quite disheartened, yet with hopeful outlooks for the year. Their
thankfulness for our healthy chickens and the eggs they laid; for the pails of frothy milk from our cows, and last years'
grain (even though that supply was dwindling), gave them hope that rain was sure to come. Their faith kept them opti-
mistic and in good spirits. Today we are thankful that there have been only a few grasshoppers this summer, and we
have faith that the clouds will soon thicken and bring rain. Meanwhile, we use the hose to bring water to the garden,
and note that the grape clusters look deliciously promising and the squash are getting bigger. The tomatoes and lettuce
still give us delicious salads to savor, and for all these we give thanks.
THE BEGINNING OF MERIDEN
By Kenneth Cowing
Part 1 of a 3 part series
It would have seemed like a rather ordinary sight when a horseman approached the northerly end of the road from
Wallingford. It was at the intersection of the other road leading from the west to the east towards the long river. His
arrival, however, was a symbolic event. It was the beginning of a New England town and, during the life span of this
rider, the passing of an era in an English colony. The change would not be evident to the inhabitants of this communi-
ty, but eight years after this horseman's death, the people would no longer be English subjects.
He must have shuddered as the biting December wind cut through to the bone, but he knew as he passed the stark,
bare trees they would become green and alive in a few months. It was God's promise. He had faith. He certainly
thought that his parents, Samuel and Love Hall, had made a prophetic choice when he was baptized, Theophilus.
He could understand why the farms of the Wallingford Purchase Lands had petitioned the Assembly of the Colony of
Connecticut for "the liberty to establish their own ecclesiastical society". The travel from their farms to church in
Wallingford was long, dangerous and difficult in the extreme weather that often prevailed in the new England Colonies.
The area was populated with bears, wolves and panthers.
The Wallingford Purchase Lands became the Society of Meriden in 1725, and three years later the farmers heard a
sermon preached by Theophilus Hall, a recent graduate of Yale College. Hall at the age on twenty-one, expected to be
a candidate for ordination the next year. His cousin, the Reverend Samuel Hall, was Pastor of the church in Cheshire.
The Hall family was one of the most affluent in the area. They were rivaled only y the Yale family whose original land
was granted to them by the English Crown.
Theophilus Hall's manner of dress clearly indicated his station in life. His black woolen cape, great coat and new
britches, all of the same material, contrasted with a white satin waistcoat and linen shirt complete with lace and ruffles.
The knee britches were secured with silver buckles, and silver buckles were also visible on the heavy leather shoes.
Woolen stockings, of course, were required in the winter. The one article of clothing that would indicate his calling
was his hat, made of black wool felt with a low crown. The wide brim, designed to protect the wearer from the ele-
ments was not folded in the traditional tricorn shape. The tricorn was necessary if the owner shouldered a musket, as
required by law, in defense of the colony. All males sixteen to sixty were required to serve. Members of the clergy
were exempt, so the flat brim of Hall's had indicated his station in life as surely as the silver buckles indicated his
wealth.
His annual salary of L50 and firewood was barely enough for survival, but adequate for a person of independent
means such as Theophilus Hall. Theophilus Hall was accepted and ordained in 1729 and the Society of Meriden
became the Meriden Parish of Wallingford which was the legal status of the community until it became a separate town
seventy-seven years later. Hall served as Pastor of Christ's Church in Meriden Parish until his death in 1767.
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The People’s Press • October 2007 • Page 14

Living in South Africa

By Jill Vickerman
I live on the West Coast of South Africa in a small fishing and holiday town called Yzerfontein,
with my husband, Peter and our two dogs, Lady and Champ. The town is about 70 kilometres from
Cape Town half way between Table Bay and Saldanha Bay. We have a Mediterranean-type climate,
with warm, dry summer and cool, relatively wet winter seasons. Even on the hottest days we have
a cool breeze that comes off the cold Atlantic Ocean and so it never really gets unbearably hot.
Most of the rain occurs from the end of April until October. The unspoilt beaches stretch for miles
in both directions and the sixteen mile beach stretches northwards towards Langabaan and
Saldhana Bay.
Yzerfontein's name is thought to come from the spring water, that bubbles to the surface over
Ironstone, hence Ironfountain, it could also mean Icy, as the very first spelling of the name Ijser
fonteijn was in Dutch. Ijs refers only to frozen water, and the sea is definitely freezing cold. It was
known from early times for its salt pans, as early as 1686 and up to the early twentieth century salt
was shipped from the towns little harbour to Cape Town and was often described as the best in the
Cape.
Of fish, especially line fish, snoek (they are like barracuda) are caught by the local fishermen,
whose boats seem to brave any kind of weather. There are months that go by when the boats come
back with nothing, I asked if they knew where they went to, they told me that you cannot tag
Snoek (thank goodness, or they would all be fished out) when they catch one, their scales immedi-
ately fall off and it cannot be put back into the water. So they can disappear for months on end and
live in peace....but when they do come back, the boats bring them in every day. I see people come
from as far away as Cape Town and buy loads of Snoek, either to re sell or for the restaurants.
This part of the west coast is well known for its spring wild flowers and at the moment, from
here up to Namibia the veld is covered in white, yellow and purple carpets of colour. During this
month there are special passenger trains that bring people up from Cape Town to view the flowers
in Darling, which is a small town nearby. There are also tours that take people all over the Western
Cape and Namibia to see them and visit the game farms.The Rooibos, which is becoming a well
known health tea grows here
The local wildlife includes Angulate tortoises (which are classified as Protected as the local pop- Leach's Storm Petrel. The Cape Fur Seal used to be seen on the island in large numbers, but is now
ulations are threatened by the clearing of land for development) Mongooses, Dassies (Rock only rarely seen.
Rabbits/Hyrax), Duiker (deer) some Jackal and countless birds come to the garden such as Cape Southern Right, Humpbacked whales and Dolphins come into our bay from about the end of
Robins, Pied Wagtails, Sunbirds, Mousebirds, Kelp Gulls, Pied Crows, Cape sparrows, Eagle August until more or less the end of November. The Southern Right come into the bay to calve in
Owls, Guineafowl, Heron and many more. September. There is one in the bay now, she has been here for about 9 days in a pod of about 5 or 6
Dassen Island is situated about 10km west of Yzerfontein and is a proclaimed nature reserve.It individuals and had her baby last week on about Tuesday, on Thursday I watched her and her baby
is about 5km long and 2km wide. The island has a light house and it is fringed with dangerous quite close to the harbor wall enjoying the sunny spring weather and calm sea, she seems to be
reefs, many ships have run aground here in the past. The earliest recorded was the De Hoop, in staying in the safety of the bay, perhaps until her little one gets his sea legs.
1734 and the latest was the wrecking of the Apollo Sea on 20 June, 1994 which caused terrible The Southern right whale populations were depleted well before the end of the 19th century, and in
devastation to the marine and bird life, due to the oil pollution. between the years 1909 and 1915 some 17 000 whales were killed off the coasts of South Africa,
The island has the densest-known population of angulate tortoises and is the breeding ground for Namibia, and Angola. Now, after more than 20 years of protection the whales of the West Coast
the African Penguin, which is the only penguin species that breeds in Africa. The White Pelican, are returning.
(it is one of only two localities in South Africa where it breeds). The Cormorants, the African We have noticed that some whales stay here throughout the year, and don't join the majority on
Black Oystercatcher, the Swift Tern , Hartlaub's Gull which is one of the world's rarest gulls and their migration to Antarctic water.
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William A. Henry
By Samuel Henry - Age 9

I am the great, great, great grandson of a famous farmer who wrote the farm-
ing bible. His name was William Arnon Henry and he was born in Ohio on
June 16, 1850. He grew up in the country. After he finished his schooling he
became a principal in Indiana and then Colorado. In 1883 he became a pro-
fessor of Agriculture, and in 1891 he became the first head of the Agriculture
College of the University of Wisconsin. William created the College of
Agriculture and made it the best there was in his time. Not all farmers
thought they needed to go to school, but William thought it was important for
farmers to learn the science behind farming. "Feeds and Feeding" is the text-
book William wrote in 1898 that was used then and now in nearly every agri-
culture and veterinary college in America. Because he was so important to the
University of Wisconsin for setting up the first school for farmers they dedi-
cated the Henry Quadrangle to him. It is the area of land in front of the
University of Wisconsin. Many people described William Henry as truthful,
honest, hardworking, great leader, scientist, thinker and he made friends easi-
ly. William married Clara Roxana Taylor on July 11,1881 and had a son
named Arnon Taylor Henry (A.T.) in 1882. William and Arnon started Blue
Hills Orchard in 1904. Believe it or not fruit was not the first crop grown at
Blue Hills, cabbage was. Next came peaches then finally apples. William
died November 25, 1932. I'm proud to be the 6th generation of Blue Hills
Farm.

Recipleasers Blue Hill Farms

Submitted by Barbara Sherburne
Pumpkin Pie
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Mix until well blended:
2 cups cooked or canned pumpkin
1 1/2 cups cream (I use light)
1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/8 tsp. cloves
2 slightly beaten eggs
Pour the mixture into the pie shell. Bake 15 minutes at 425 degrees then
reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake about 45 minutes.
I found this amount fills 2 regular pie shells or 1 deep dish pie shell and a
small custard cup.
Apple Pie
Pare, core, and thinly slice 5 to 6 cups of apples (I like to use a mix of differ-
ent types - although not granny smith)
Combine and sift over the apples:
1/2 to 2/3 cup white or brown sugar 1/8 tsp. salt
1 to 1 1/2 tbsp. cornstarch (with McIntosh apples need 1 1/2 to 2)
1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/8 tsp. nutmeg
Stir the apples gently until they are well coated. Place them in layers in the
pie shell and dot with 1 1/2 tbsp. butter.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Put top crust on. Cut 3 or 4 small openings in
center of pie. Brush crust lightly with milk. Bake in oven at 450 degrees for
10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes.

Celebrations of Life and Home

A smile says a thousand words.

The People’s Press • October 2007 • Page 16

SWCD Annual Meeting: Wingmasters

The Southwest Conservation District will sponsor a special event for the 61st Annual Meeting on Monday, October
29th at 7:00 at the Milford City Hall (City Hall Chambers) on 110 River Street. Take I 91 south to I 95 south and exit
39A. After a brief meeting and special award presentations, the special live birds of prey program will follow.
The program will feature Julie Collier and live 'North American Birds of Prey' from Wingmasters of Springfield,
Mass. The program will feature the following raptors: Golden Eagle 'Lakota', American Kestrel 'Massachusett', Red
Tailed Hawk 'Aquinnah', Northern Saw-Whet Owl 'Chippewa', Barred Owl 'Moodus', Great Horned Owl 'Osamequin',
Eastern Screech Owl 'Sachem'.
Wingmasters focus is to increase public awareness of North American Birds of Prey. Julie Ann Collier and Jim
Parks are licensed raptor rehabilitators based in Springfield Mass. They provide a home for these raptors which cannot
be released into the wild for various reasons and use them for educational programs throughout New England.
In addition you will be able to view Julie's artwork and Jim's photos of these magnificent birds, samples of which
can be viewed on the Wingmasters website: www.wingmasters.net
For more information, please call Ellie Tessmer at SWCD 269-7509x710 or swcd43emt@sbcglobal.net. The meet-
ing is open to the public and especially families.
Photo Art by Tom J.
Meriden Movers Community Group Walk Schedule
The Meriden Movers community walking program is happy to announce a schedule of group walks.
Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00am October 16, 23, 30
Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm
October 11, 18, 25, November 1
All walks will be held at the Quinnipiac River walking trail (Red Bridge trail) at the corner of Oregon Road and
Route 70. Meet at the Red Bridge. Wear comfortable clothing (dress for the weather); bring a water bottle and of
course, your pedometer! Walks are done at your own pace.
In the case of bad weather (rain or snow) the walk will be cancelled. More locations will be added in the spring.
It is recommended that adults participate in at least 30 minutes of physical activity 5 or more days a week. Meriden
Movers encourages residents to walk in addition to the days scheduled above. For more information on the Meriden
Movers walking program, please call Lea Crown, Health Educator, at 630-4238.

Save the date!

6th Annual ¡Soy Unica! ¡Soy Latina! Celebration - October 13, 2007
On Saturday, October 13, 2007 the Meriden and Wallingford Substance Abuse Council, with generous support of
Colonial Flooring Plus and Uniform Source, will host the 6th annual ¡Soy Unica! ¡Soy Latina! Community event for
girls ages 9 to 14 and their mothers/caregivers. The event will take place from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm at Washington
Middle School, 1225 North Broad Street, Meriden.
Over 900 girls and their caregivers have benefited from this exciting event that offers workshops on self-esteem,
decision-making and assertiveness skills. In addition, a health and wellness fair is presented with a wide range of com-
munity organizations providing information to the girls and their caregivers.
Karen S. Hinds who is the author of 4 books, a motivational speaker, trainer and President of Workplace Success
Group will conduct a mother/daughter workshop "From Confident Girl to Empowered Woman."
Entertainment for Soy Unica! Soy Latina! is provided by Mikata, a dance and drumming group with powerful
rhythmic music and dance that will showcase different cultures of Nigeria, Ghana, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and the U. S.
Also performing will be two Meriden based groups Da New Generation and Xxtreme Impact.
A new level of premier sponsorships has been created with support from Cox Communications, Rushford Center
Inc., and James H. Napier Foundation
Additional community support has come from the Meriden Public Library, and MidState Medical Center.
The Meriden and Wallingford Substance Abuse Council provides community-based education and information on the
effects of substance abuse, alcohol, tobacco, gambling, and other addictive behavior.
For more information or to register, please call Christelle Aubé at MAWSAC at 203-294-3591. This is a free event
for girls ages 9 to 14 and their mothers and or caregivers.
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CITY OF MERIDEN OCTOBER EVENTS After School Pick-Up from Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club
TRAILBLAZER HIKING PROGRAM
The Trailblazer Hiking Program returns to Thursdays for six exciting hikes in The Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club is now taking applications for after school 2007-2008 Van Pick-Up from Dag, Moran,
2007 to explore Meriden's scenic areas. Dates & sites include(4:00PM start): Parker Farms, and Yalesville Elementary School. Call for information: Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, (203) 269-7535. or
Date Site look on www.bgcawallingford.org.
10/11
10/18
North Meriden(Cuno Camp parking lot)
Quin. River trail(Platt HS tennis court side park-
Flu Clinics in Wallingford
ing lot) Visiting Nurse Association of Wallingford; 135 North Plains Industrial Rd.; Wallingford, CT. Flu Clinics - October
10/25 Beseck Mountain(Black Pond parking lot) 2007: October 10 - 10am - 1pm; October 10 - 5pm - 7pm; October 15 - 1pm - 4pm; October 24 - 10am - 1pm;
11/1 Higby Mountain(end of Old Preston Avenue) October 24 - 5pm - 7pm; October 29 - 10am - 1pm. Medicare & most Insurances accepted. Cash: $35.00. Please
11/8 Hubbard Park(pool parking lot) call the VNA for an appointment (203) 269-1475.
All hikes will last approximately 1.5-2.0 hours. Hiking boots or other com-
fortable footwear is strongly suggested.
All Aboard! Meriden Kiwanis presents "Kruisin' with Kiwanis".
Take a fun-filled journey with us as we navigate through our highly entertaining variety show and raise money for the
AUTUMN FEST
children of our community. Celebrating 56 Years of Kapers. 2006 Chairperson: Maureen Bilger. Director: Frand P.
The 2007 Autumn Fest will take place at Hubbard Park on Saturday, October
Jackson. Choreographer: Cheryl Z. O'Connor. November 9 & 10, 2007. New Earlier Time: 7:30 PM at Maloney
20th from 1:00-4:00PM. This free event features hayrides, kids' entertain-
High School. Adults: $15.00 donation. Children under 12 $5.00 donation. All proceeds directly support Kiwanis
ment, arts & crafts, amusements, a pie-eating contest, seasonal refreshments,
sponsored community initiatives.
and lots of fall foliage! The first 250 children ages 12 & under bringing a
canned or boxed food item will have the opportunity to select their very own
pumpkin from the "People's Press Pumpkin Patch."
HALLOWEEN HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST
Meriden homes are invited to enter the 10th Annual Halloween House
Decorating Contest. Phone entries will be accepted at the Parks & Recreation
Always
office. (630-4259) from October 2nd-23rd. Judging will take place on
October 24th. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: "Most
Creative," "Scariest Entry," "Best Autumn Theme," & "Best Overall."
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The vehicle access road to Castle Craig is open daily from 10:00AM-4:45PM,
weather permitting, through October 31st. The entrance to the road is located
under the eastern Interstate 691 overpass in Hubbard Park. Do not miss a spe-
cial opportunity to see Meriden and the surrounding area "under the lights."
Weather permitting; the castle access road will be open from 7:00-8:30PM on
Styles.
Thursday, October 4th.
HALLOWEEN AT CITY HALL

Always
Want to get an early start to candy collection this year? Then come to
"Halloween at City Hall"! Departments will be distributing candy to cos-
tumed trick-or-treaters ages 12 & under from 3:00-5:00PM on Wednesday,

The Best
October 31st. Make sure to begin at the Meriden Public Library(105 Miller
Street) to get a special bag for candy collection!
INDOOR PUBLIC SWIM PROGRAM

in Service
The 2007-2008 Indoor Public Swim Program will begin at the Maloney HS
pool on Monday, October 1st. The pool's weekly schedule will be as follows:
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-7:45PM and Saturdays &

and Care!
Sundays from 12:00-3:45PM.
All interested participants must possess a valid 2007 pool pass. Available for
purchase at the Parks & Recreation office, passes cost $5.00 for adults and
$1.00 for children ages 17 & under. Potential recipients must come to the
office in-person and bring proof of Meriden residency to receive a pass.
2007-2008 CO-ED ADULT VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM
Organized recreational volleyball games for adults ages 18 & older will take
place every Wednesday night at the Meriden YMCA (110 West Main Street)
from 6:00-8:30PM. The program will run from October 10th - March 26th. A
one-time $25.00 registration fee can be paid onsite any night the program is in
session.

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MERIDEN MEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Team registrations for the 2007-2008 Meriden Men's Basketball League will
be accepted October 1st - November 7th at the Parks & Recreation office.

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The entrance fee is $475.00 per team. Games will begin in late November
and run through March. Games are played on weekday nights at Washington
Middle School, Lincoln Middle School, and the Meriden YMCA. Teams
interested in obtaining a registration packet are asked to call 630-4259.
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Fishbein 4 Mile Community Road Race, Wallingford.
30th Annual Wallingford Community Road Race. 3 Races Saturday, October 13, 2007 9:00AM
Sharp. Expert Timing by Platt Systems. USATF Certified Course #CT05009-PH. Online Entry,
Course Maps @ www.fishbein4mile.com Sponsored by: Wallingford Public Celebrations
Committee; The Wallingford Foundation-Charitable Arm of the Wallingford Rotary Club;
Wallingford Parks and Recreation Department; Choate Rosemary Hall; Wallingford Education
Association; Stop & Shop of Wallingford.
The Fishbein 4-Mile is dedicated to the memory of Johanna Manfreda Fishbein, who for 20
years was the force behind its success.
Fishbein 4-Miler. 9:00AM Sharp. Entry Fee: Before 0/28: $15.00; After: $20.00.
Categories for men and women: 12& Under, 13-15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over. Family rate 4 or more members $50.
Check in: 7:00 am - 8:45 am at headquarters tent located 75 yards North of Christian and North
Elm St. Same course as 2006, flatter finish…Course is certified with mile splits at each of the
mile markers. Changing rooms/showers in Johnson Athletic Center (WinterEx) (Bring your own
towel). Refreshments for Runners: Fresh fruits, juices, yogurt, bagels, cream cheese, and more.
¼ Mile Little Kids Fun Run. 10:15 M Sharp.
Back for 2007, the fun run is recommended for children 3rd grade and under who would like to
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run in a race. There is no entry fee!
The length of the race is about a ¼ mile in length which starts and finishes at the Fishbein 4
mile finish line. I Come cheer on your child and show them the joys of running.
Parents are also welcome to run/walk with their kids.
No dogs; they might scare some of our children.. Ribbons will be given to all children who par-
ticipate. No places or race times will be given. This one is just for fun
School Relay. 10:30AM Sharp.
4 x 1 Mile School Relay. Free to all Wallingford Elementary & Middle School Children. Pre-
Registration Only. You must pre-register at your school; please see your Phys. Ed. Teachers.
Teams must have a minimum of 4 members, must pre-register and must bring own batons. Start
and hand off area will be at the finish line of the Fishbein 4 miler. Each participant runs 1 mile.
"Our Lady of Fatima's 90th Anniversary"
S.S. Peter and Paul Parish invites you to celebrate "Our Lady of Fatima's 90th Anniversary" with a
Public Square Rosary Rally which will take place on October 13, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. Sharp! until
2:00 pm at the Johanna Manfreda Fishbein Gazebo located in the center of Wallingford at the rail-
road station. Prayers and Rosaries will be recited all around the United States in "Honor of Our
Lady of Fatima's" message!

A Good Wizard in Meriden? The Fox Trotteth

Tom Bruenn
Well, he is good at what he does and he is a good
person. More than anything, he really has the
experience to bring the magic of learning to your
kids!
Does that make him a Wizard? Maybe not...but
he wants to turn your kids into Wiz-Kids! That’s
why he needs your vote for Board of Education.

Tom Bruenn for Board of Education

Experience & Knowledge * Knows how to analyze a school Our backyard friend in Wallingford these past few months walks away

* 37 Years teaching in budget with a big smile on their face. Note: A fox will never lose its wild
instincts to be alert and on its guard even though we seem to have con-
* Knows what teachers should teach
MERIDEN nected this year. He has moved on recently and we don't see him any
* Knows education is a lifetime
* Teacher of the year in 1988 more but what a blessing it was to sit with him each day and watch his
experience antics. Sent in by James Rusate
* Knows how students learn
A Vote for Tom is a Vote for bringing the magic to Meriden schools!
Find Tom at box 7B and please elect the entire Democratic Team! Celebrations of Life and Home
This message was approved by Tom and paid for by Bruenn 2007, Diane Paluszewski, Treasurer

Our Little Pumpkin is Turning One! Happy First Birthday, Connor Dalton
LaFrance! We love you to infinity and beyond.
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Antonio Bryant Belejack was born on Sunday July 29, 2007 at Scottsdale
Healthcare Center in Scottsdale, Arizona to Jason and Kristy Evans
Belejack of Mesa, Arizona.
Paternal grandparents are Diamond and Bill Belejack of South Meriden.
Maternal grandparents are Ann and Bryant Evans of North Windham.
Paternal great grandparents are Celia Bartolomucci and the late Vinnie
Bartolomucci and Donna Belejack and the late William Belejack. Maternal
great grandparents are Beverly Parrotte and Thomas Evans.
This is the couple's first child.
 The People’s Press October 2007 Page 19
My Beloved Smokey Mother-Daughter Book Group
By Diana Lewis Announces 2007 Fall Schedule"
My beloved Smokey died on July 28, 2007. She was 14 years when she died-in cat years that is 98 years old. The Mother-Daughter Book Group invites new members to join their book
This story is about her life. She was born November 17, 1992 in the apts. on Willow St. A new friend that I met in discussions this fall at the Wallingford Public Library. Mothers and their mid-
the building told I needed a cat and she gave one of hers who was pregnant. Her name was Cuddles. Cuddles instantly dle school or high school aged daughters are welcome to read and discuss the
like me and she stayed by ne through the whole birth. I had made up a bed in a basket for her to have her babies. following good books for teens. (The group is open to all adult females and
When she started having them Cuddles would not let out of her sight. When she started delivering them, Smokey was teenaged girls.) On Monday, November 5th the group will meet to discuss the
the first to come. Smokey had gray long hair.. She cleaned her up and she let me hold her, but Smokey rambunctious futuristic novel: "House of the Scorpion," by Nancy Farmer; and on Tuesday,
and wanted to even though her eyes weren't open yet. I set her back with Mama so she could eat. In about 15 minutes December 11, the season will conclude with a discussion of "Megan Meade's
another came out, it was a gray and white boy. Next was a long haired calico which I named Fluffy. My neighbor who Guide to the McGowan Boys," by Kate Brian.
gave me the cat took the boy cat when it was big enough. I had made a little section beside the couch for Mam and the Each book discussion will take place in the Small Conference Room at the
babies; I put a card table in the entrance. They had plenty of to play and I had a litter box there, so Mama could show Wallingford Public Library. All discussions begin at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments
them how to use it. As they grew they because part of the family and were treated as such. Once in a while I would get will be served. Please sign up for this free program at the library's Information
them some tuna and give the whole can and they loved. it, Smokey and Fluffy. They got all kinds of treats. They both Desk. For more information, call the library at 203-265-6754.
like the hostess chocolate donuts and sometimes Smokey would drink the chocolate milk frim cereal. They loved cat
nip that was another treat they enjoyed.
Smokey loved me so, she would give me kissed. Fluffy gave me hugs and Smokey the kisses, especially when she
wanted something, like a treat or something.
At night when I went to bed, she either lay beside me on the bed or she was up on my hip. That was her spot most
every night. When Fluffy want to do it she had to come to my upper back and shoulder. That's the way we slept almost
all night. When I woke most of the time they were still there in the morning. We went on many years like this. They
became indoor cats all their lives. I loved them like they were my kids.
In the first part of July noticed that Smokey something wrong with her ear. I called my vet who came to the house
and he came and cleared the ear and gave me medicine to give her. I did that it seemed like she was getting worse, now
she was walking wobbly and her breathing was heavy and raspy. I called my vet again and he came `10:00 at night and
also my son and his wife came.
He cleared her again and we found a large lump on the outside under her ear. Since my vet didn't have facilities to
treat these kinds of things so I had to another vet, This July 27. The next morning on the 28th I called another vet to see
if they could get her in and they gave me an appointment for right away. I called my son and his wife and they took me
to vet office. The doctor had see her before when he had done her teeth in January, He checked her over but said with
all the rattling in there he couldn't even hear her heart.
"Is it cancer?" I asked.
"Most likely. It seems to have spread and since can't hardly walk anywhere, the best thing to was put her to sleep. I
started crying. The vet said take your time deciding and he left. I picked Smokey up in my arms, she reached and
hugged me and gave me her last kiss. She knew she was going to die, she was telling me that she loved me and she was
going to die.
I stayed through the whole procedure and we were told take our time with her. I kept stroking her fur and petting her
but there was no movement. When we left and stopped at the desk, I told them I wanted her cremated and I wanted her
ashes and I wrote a check for what they told me to pay.
In the end Smokey she was loved and now she is missed by her sister, Fluffy who has been very lonely since
Smokey's been gone. I showed her Smokey's ashes and she hugged the tin that Smokey's in so she knows Smokey is
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gone .She will be missed by all the family and the extended families of the family.
crat
Smokey, you are very missed. No one could ever take your place in my heart
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SOFT TOUCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT MIDSTATE on
MidState Medical Center provides "Soft Touch" relaxation rubs for patients. This is a free service provided by MidState
volunteers who are trained by a licensed massage therapist in the technique of therapeutic relaxation rubs. The volun-
teer provides these soothing relaxation "rubs" to patients' hands and feet.
Research shows that "Soft Touch" aids in the healing process by increasing circulation, relieving a patient's anxiety,
increasing endorphins, and just simply feels good! This program is rated extraordinarily high on patient satisfaction sur-
veys.
Additional volunteers are needed to meet the high volume of patient requests for this service. Those interested in
becoming a "Soft Touch Volunteer" are asked to call Diamond Belejack, Manager of Volunteer Services at 694-8572.

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Harvest festival to benefit "Sunshine Kids" WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS

Rosehaven Stables on Valley View Dr in Meriden will be holding their 3rd
annual Harvest festival on 10-21 from 11-3. The festival is sponsored by
Prudential Ct Realty and is a benefit for an organization called "Sunshine
Kids". Sunshine Kids are a Nation wide group that assists children that have
cancer. The organization supplies funds to children so they can go to amuse-
ment parks, field trips, and let them essentially be kids and forget about their
dreaded disease and all that goes along with it. The event offers pony rides,
cart behind the horse rides, face painting, moonwalk, popcorn, Ben bag toss,
hay rides, pin the tale, and lots more! Questions about the Event can be direct-
ed to Prudential's manager, Paul Ott @ 203-741-5204.
Highland Elementary School PTO Craft Fair
The Highland Elementary School PTO (200 Highland Avenue, Wallingford,
CT) will hold its 24th annual Craft Fair on Saturday, December 1, 2007 from
9 AM to 3 PM at the school. Featured crafts include jewelry, wreaths, holiday
ornaments, woodworking, original art work, animal treats, wall hangings,
scarves, bags, doll clothes, books, glassware, florals, clothing, jams, jellies,
candy, gourmet mixes, quilts, matted photographs, cards, etc.
Refreshments will be available including homemade apple crisp. For more
information contact Carole Eager at (203) 314-3413 or Highland School at
(203) 949-0121.
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Wallingford Senior Center News and Events
A series of informational workshops are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Join us for
"Spirituality of Aging" on October 10 and "Promoting Your Mental Health" on October 24.
SPIRITUALITY OF AGING on Wednesday, October 10, 10:00 a.m.
MidState Chaplain Doreen Bottone will speak about how spirituality informs our aging process. Be sure to register in
advance for this interesting program by calling 265-7753.
PROMOTING MENTAL HEALTH THROUGH STRESS MANAGEMENT on Wednesday, October 24, 10:00 a.m.
Protect your mental health by learning how to reduce stress. Vicki Spiro Smith, MSW, LCSW, of the Mental Health
Association of Connecticut will offer mental health strengthening skills including relaxation techniques, "new ways of
thinking" tools, and resiliency strategies. Call 265-7753 to register to attend.
SENIOR FAIR
Friday, October 19, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. AND Saturday, October 20, 9:00 - 2:00 p.m.
The Wallingford Senior Center will host the Record-Journal Senior Fair October 19 and 20. The Fair will feature more
than fifty exhibitors as well as special activities including a cooking demonstration, a "taste of living", self-defense
demonstration, mobile mammography van, various health screenings, bingo, silent auction and so much more! Co-
sponsors of the event are the Meriden and Quinnipiac Chambers of Commerce, MidState, Shop-Rite, and Masonicare.
This Senior Fair will offer something for everyone. Don't miss it!
INTERGENERATIONAL MUSIC EXPERIENCE
Saturday, November 3, 10:30 a.m.
What could be more fun than singing, dancing and giggling with your grandchild? Come experience the joy of family
music making on November 3, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. With songs, creative movement activities, rhythmic chants,
and an instrumental jam session, this playful environment is designed to develop musical skills and foster a love of
music. The program, which is sponsored by Wallingford Early Childhood Alliance Resource and Education, is free and
open to the public and is especially geared toward children ages 0 - 5 who must be accompanied by a grandparent or
parent.
PUMPKIN DANCE PARTY
Friday, October 26, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Vinnie Carr will provide the dancing and listening music in our pumpkin-themed Great Room. This monthly dance
party is free. Refreshments will be provided. Bring your friends!
BILLIARD ROOM UPDATE
The 2007-08 billiards tournament schedule is underway. Our team players this year are Rennie Mattei (Capt.), Charlie
Kent, Jerry Fortier, Mike Allen, Bob Heidgerd, Jim Logan, Jack Winkleman, Frank Gagliardi & Alfred Sprincis. The
next 8-Ball Tournament vs. Meriden Senior Center will be held Friday, October 19, at 1:00 p.m. The monthly Coed
Billiard Tournament will be held Monday, October 15, at 1:30 p.m. Interested players are asked to sign up in the
Billiards Room.
SOCIAL SERVICES
THE BENEFITS OF APPLYING FOR BENEFITS EARLY- AND ONLINE
By Paul Gilfillan, Social Security District Mgr., Meriden Ct Record numbers of new retirees will apply for Social
Security benefits in the coming years. Why? This January the first wave of the 77 million strong baby-boomer genera-
tion will turn 62 and become eligible for reduced Social Security retirement benefits. That means that about 10,000
people per day will be newly eligible to apply for benefits. Social Security wants the experience for each of them to be
as convenient as possible, so we are encouraging people to be aware of the benefits of filing online. You can apply
online for your retirement benefits from the comfort of your own home or office. Just logon to your computer and visit
our website at www.socialsecurity.gov/applytoretire.
MEDICARE PART D OPEN ENROLLMENT INFORMATION SESSION
Monday, October 22, 10:00 a.m.

A Special Place...
The next opportunity to enroll in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan is November 15 through December 31, 2007.
Even if you are already enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, please come learn about:
How the Medicare Prescription drug coverage works

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How and when to switch from one drug plan to another.
Who gets "Extra Help".
How the "Coverage Gap" works.
Event or Gathering.! How to delay or avoid reaching the "Coverage Gap".
Late enrollment penalties.
Please register for this program by calling 265-7753
The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center This program is FREE and open to the public.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
invites you to hold your own special Andrew P. Swan, M.D., an Ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and lens implant surgery as well as comprehensive
event at this historic and beautifully eye care, will be our guest speaker. Please join us Friday, October 19, at 10:15 a.m., and register by calling 265-7753.
Alzheimer's Support Group
restored building. Our floor plan is Regency House of Wallingford, in association with the Alzheimer's Association, sponsors an Alzheimer's Support
well suited for a variety of events, from
Group for families who have a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease. The support group meets at Regency House of
Wallingford on the first Wednesday of every month, at 5:30 p.m. Please register by contacting Teresa Mowry,
auctions to dinner parties and wedding Alzheimer's Program Director, at 265-1661
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The Meriden Ski Club offers this and a lot more to skiers and boarders in the area.
The Meriden Ski Club has been going strong for the last 46 years. It organizes ski trips, for a day, weekend or week.
We go to areas in New England, western U.S., Canada and Europe. You just have to become a member to partake in
these trips. We offer 6 to 8 day bus trips, Weekend trips to areas in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire or New York. This
year our week trips will be going to Breckinridge Colorado and Andorra, Spain. All you have to do, as a member is
sign-up and pay. The ski club does everything else.
We offer skiing and snowboard lessons to our members and their children. The club has on hand ASIA trained ski
instructors who meet weekly with those who wish to improve their skiing.
The club also has a group of members who are involved in ski racing. They are always looking for members to join
them on the Meriden Race Team and participate in club racing, sponsored by the Connecticut Ski Council. They race
Monday nights at Southington Ski area. Our team has finished near the top, the last few years and we are looking for
new members to come and race with us.
The club also has several social events during the year. We hold golf tournaments; have a summer picnic, Christmas
party and a dinner dance to close out the year. We also have monthly member's nights where refreshments are served
and the members have a chance to mingle.
With the cost of skiing rising over the past several years the Meriden Ski Club, through the Connecticut Ski Council,
had developed ways to save an enormous amount, 20% to 40% on the cost of lift tickets alone. We offer these savings
for over 100 different skiing days at various areas.
Our Sat./Sun. bus trips save on ticket costs and transportation. We offer a typical Sunday trip to Okemo for $ 40. If
you drove your car up and brought a ticket at Okemo it would cost over $100. Several area ski shops offer our members
substational savings on equipment.
On October 25, 2007 at 7:00 we will be holding an open house at the A.O.H. hall, 71 Melville Ave., South Meriden.
It's a good time to drop in and see what the Meriden Ski Club can offer you. We will have door prizes and refresh-
ments. Representatives from several New England ski areas will be present, ski shops will have displays and a ski tun-
ing demonstration will take place.
We look forward to meeting old and new members on this night so stop by and say "Hi".
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October Events at Temple B'nai Abraham
October 19th - Family Shabbat Services and The Rabbi's Toy Box -At Temple
B'nai Abraham at 127 East Main Street in Meriden, families are always wel-
come to attend Friday night and Saturday morning Shabbat (Sabbath) services.
The Rabbis Toy Box is available to help entertain little ones. On Shabbat
morning, services begin at 9:30 a.m. Children can help carry the Torah silver
and march with the Torah. Special Family Shabbat evening services will be
held on October 19th and November 16th beginning at 6:30 p.m. On other
Friday evenings services begin at 7:00 p.m. For more information, please call
(203) 235-2581.
October 21st -Fall Fun Hayride - Come have fun and enjoy a hayride and
treats with Temple B'nai Abraham's Auxiliary club on Sunday October 21st at
1:00 p.m. at Norton's Fruit Farm, 450 Academy Road in Chesire. Cost is only
$4 person. Fee includes a half hour hayride, donut holes and apple cider.
Please call Susan Massicott at (203) 630-1947 to save your spot.
Special membership price for new members - New members may join for a
special membership price of $50 (per couple) for the first year.
Ye flowers that drop, forsaken by the spring, Ye birds that, left by sum-
mer, cease to sing, Ye trees that fade, when Autumn heats remove, Say, is
not absence death to those who love? - Alexander Pope

October Events at Agusta Curtis Cultural Society

What is in The Words
"S.W.E.E.T Potato Society in conjunction with ACCC 175 East Main Street Meriden, CT Wednesday, October 10,
2007 6:00pm to 9:00pm - S.W.E.E.T Potato Society in conjunction with the ACCC presents "What is in The Words",
Spoken Word ....."At The Augusta". Caberet Style Event BYOB & BYOF $15.00 per person or $100 per table of 8.
For more information call Floresia at 715-1758 Come and enjoy this new event happening on Wednesdays twice a
month "At the Augusta". Bring your own food and drink to our version of a Poetry Slam....The Spoken Word.....
"Fall Home Series" - Judy Mik, Prudential CT & ACCC Tuesday, October 16, 2007
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Free Admission..
Speaker will be Barry Katz a builder from Fairfield that will be talking on "Green Living Ideas" at the Augusta....More
info to come
SAVE THE DATE!! Meriden Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Meriden Hall of Fame & ACCC
175 East Main Street Meriden, CT Sunday, October 21, 2007 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
5th Annual Meriden Land Trust & ACCC Presentation
Meriden Land Trust and ACCC
175 East Main Street Meriden, Tuesday, October 23, 2007 7:00 pm
"Coyotes in our midst"
Coyote expert Tom Pepe will talk on sightings in the news and attacks on pets by Coyotes and why so many all of a
sudden........Free Admission

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American H alloween Sunday, 10/28; the Field Forest, Durham; 2 PM - 4 PM; 6 years+
Come explore this gem of the woods in central Durham and explore this won-
By Carrie Purcell derful forested area. We'll look for animal homes, interesting trees, plants,
If asked what holiday the Irish immigrants brought to America, most of us would answer St. Patrick's Day. rocks, a stream and perhaps explore a vernal pool. Figure out the clues to find
But what about Halloween? Yes, Halloween. a letterbox (bring your rubber stamp and pad). Feel the fresh air and enjoy
Although different versions of All Hallows Eve and All Saints Day are celebrated in different countries, our quality time outdoors together. Directions: From RT 17 in Durham, turn onto
American tradition is rooted in the pre-Christian origin of the Celtic festival of Samhein (sow-in). On this night, the Maiden Lane, then onto Pickett Lane. Meet in parking lot between
Celts would have a feast and light a sacred bonfire to mark the last harvest, the beginning of their new year, and the Coginchaug Regional High School and athletic fields.
moving into a time of darkness - winter.
And what about the ghosts and goblins associated with Halloween? Should we be afraid? Of course not. But for an
ancient culture entirely at the mercy of the seasons and natural events, the cold, harsh winter was a time to fear. From You Can Help!
ignorance of the workings of the natural world arose superstitions. The Celts believed the boundary between the living
and the dead became blurred on the night of Samhein; the ghosts of those who died during the year would roam the Well Braveheart the American
earth to ruin crops and cause trouble. In order to fool and distract the dead, the living would dress in costumes and Bulldog mix at the Wallingford
leave the ghouls dishes of food. At the end of the night, the Celts would take fire from the bonfire and light their Animal Shelter is really living up to
hearths to protect themselves from the cold, hard months ahead. his name! Here is his story:
Eventually, Romans had conquered the majority of Celtic territory, including what is now the British Isles and Braveheart is an 8 year old male
Ireland. During their rule, Samhein blended with the Roman's day to honor Pomona, the Goddess of fruit and trees, and American bulldog mix, he is a chub-
the festival of Feralia, a day dedicated to commemorate the dead.
by little white matza ball with a per-
As Christianity spread into the Celtic lands, the church attempted to convert the pagans living there. One method it
used was to incorporate the pagan holidays into its own calendar. The church replaced Samhein and the Roman holi- sonality to match! He is a big ham
days with All Saints' Day, a time to honor saints and martyrs. Although this was a holy day, the church still allowed who loves everyone and everything!
some pagan festivities, including bonfires, costumes and feasts. This day of observance was called All-hallowmas and His happy attitude is an attest to his
the night before it was called All-hallows Eve. The Irish called it Hallow E'en. Later it would become known as true character, because despite his
Halloween. wagging tail, Braveheart has some
Early European immigrants brought their assorted Halloween customs with them, but strict Protestant influence in medical issues to deal with.
the American colonies frowned upon the practice of Halloween. Up until the second half of the 1800s, varied When he arrived at the shelter
Halloween traditions were celebrated sporadically in America. about a month and ½ ago he was hopping around on three legs like a tripod.
In the later half of the nineteenth century, the potato famine drove millions of Irish to the US. They brought with He would not put any weight on his back right leg, and it was soon discov-
them their Catholic and Celtic customs.
ered that he had a torn cruscha ligament, which would require surgery to
Among the most popular Irish celebration was Halloween. In addition to bonfires, feasts and costumes, the poor in
England and Ireland would go door to door asking for food and money on All Souls Day. In exchange, they would pray repair. He was taken to the vet for a medical examine and the vet also dis-
for the souls of the deceased members of the donating families. Eventually, the two Irish traditions of going door to covered a fatty growth that he took a sample of and sent to the lab. As it
door and dressing in costumes to elude hostile spirits spread across America and combined to form a new tradition: turns out the small lump was determined to be mass cell cancer. The vet
Americans donned costumes and asked neighbors for treats. At the end of the 19th century, communities wanted to take however, is very optimistic that once the mass is removed Braveheart will
the superstition and association with ghouls out of Halloween, so they held parties where both children and adults could be fine, and it poses no effect on his life span.
play games, eat seasonal foods, and wear costumes instead of going door to door. The staff at the shelter know that Braveheart's chances are optimistic
As the 20th century moved forward, Halloween became a festivity focused toward children, especially after the post- because he is a young 8 years old, with a lot of spunk and character. Even
war baby boom. Unfortunately, tricks of vandalism became a popular Halloween pastime. Before the second half of on three legs he happily runs and bounces all over the place!!!! He will
the century, Americans began to offer food just as the Ancient Celts did. Only, instead of warding of ghosts, people make a great addition to a family that has a lot of love to offer, for this lit-
hoped to thwart the efforts of mischievous children. The age-old practice of trick-or-treating became a permanent fea-
tle boy deserves that love!
ture of our American Halloween.
Meeting Braveheart once is all it takes to fall in love with this handsome
WalkConnecticut Family Hikes gentleman, which is exactly what happened when after meeting him only
Bring the kids! Feel the fresh air and enjoy quality time outdoors together. Family hikes, led by trained Family Hike once someone volunteered to foster him while he recovers from his surgery
Leaders, are part of Connecticut Forest & Park Association's initiative, WalkConnecticut the trails to health and happi- and begins his search for a new home. So with a foster home all lined up,
ness. Join us for adventure along the trails, held throughout Connecticut the last weekend of every month. Free as a Braveheart’s only issue is his medical bills. His leg surgery and mass
public service to the children and families of Connecticut. removal combined add up to approximately $2,000.00, and although the
Pre-registration is appreciated. Locations are subject to change; call CFPA at (860) 346-2372. Visit www.ctwood- shelter has a huge desire to help Braveheart, his medical expenses would
lands.org for additional family guided hikes. make a huge dent in their limited budget. Which would prevent them from
OCTOBER helping countless others with less serious needs.
Saturday, 10/27; 10 AM - Noon, McLean Game Refuge, Granby; all ages It’s a tough predicament for the shelter to be in, but they do know one
Join us for a fun hike on a two-mile loop of easy trails through pine groves and oak forests. A lava outcrop will be the
thing for sure Braveheart deserves a shot at a long and healthy life. He is a
perfect place to rest and enjoy a snack. Meandering brooks and a small pond will be fun to explore along with the
many rocks and plants along the way. Ducks, herons, and other animals might be spotted at the pond. Directions: One wonderful dog in his current condition, so they cant even imagine how
mile south on route 10/202 from junction with Route 20; main entrance to the Game Refuge is located on Route 10/202 much better he will be once he's healthy. That is why I have decided to
in Granby reach out to the community for help.
Continued Top Right If there was ever a dog special enough to deserve this effort and help, it
is Braveheart who is bravely facing each day in a shelter even while not
feeling himself all in the hopes that he will someday have a warm bed and

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a family to call all his own.
I would like to start a fund raiser for this little man. Anyone willing,
should send their donations to North Haven Animal Hospital, 386
Washington Avenue, North Haven CT 06473. Please not on the donation:

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Container Design to be Topic at
Wallingford Garden Club Meeting
"Fabulous Flowers and Foliage and Dramatic Doorway Containers" is the title
of a program to be presented by Karla A. Dalley at the next meeting of the
Wallingford Garden Club Tuesday, Oct. 9, in the First Congregational Church
meeting room.
A West Hartford resident, Dalley is a freelance garden writer and lecturer, a
water gardening expert, a self-employed garden designer and consultant. She
lectures to as many as 50 garden clubs a year. She created a water gardening
department and annual lecture series at Gledhill Nursery in West Hartford.
Dalley also designed the layout and display of water garden plants and hard
goods that was considered especially attractive by The Connecticut Nursery
and Landscape Association on its tour of the nursery.
A part-time lecturer at Capital Community College in Hartford, she has
given courses on various gardening topics including early spring gardening,
perennial gardening, and gardening for butterflies and hummingbirds. She
also is the creator and author of two email newsletters, one devoted to water
gardening and the second entitled "Timely Tips and Topics and in the Garden"
devoted to more general topics.
The meeting is open to non-members for a fee of $5. A mini-luncheon at
11:30 a.m. will precede the program. Dalley will take questions from those
attending her talk and provide a written handout for her lecture.
Parent Leadership Training Institute
Meriden, although small, is full of resources. PLTI
(Parent Leadership Training Institute) is one of those
community resources that enable, parents, grandparents,
teachers and anyone who cares about Meriden's children,
to become leaders and empower themselves in making
changes. Graduates of this program have contributed to
the Meriden community in vital ways…
Cathy Ambercrombie has been elected as State
Representative, Hilda Santiago was elected to the
Meriden City Council and Barbara Sokol ran and won the
elected seat on the Meriden Board of Education.
Cathy Lewis was one of the leaders in creating the
"Senior Buddy Readers" literacy program linking area
senior volunteers with at-risk elementary students.
Dawn Reynolds was the genius who started the work
to renovate and relocate the Hubbard Park playground to
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make it safer and accessible to people with disabilities.
Many of the graduates of PLTI have had a hand in var-
ious Children First Initiatives such as, expanding
Meriden's school breakfast program, increasing the avail-
ability of full-day kindergarten and fighting to protect
class size and school enrichment programs.
If you care about the quality of heath, education, and
safety of Meriden children, PLTI will teach you the tools
of democracy and advocacy and get you started in a life
changing journey.
New sessions begin in January and offers dinner, trans-
portation and childcare at no cost to you. Parents meet
once a week for 20 weeks in Meriden.
Join now by applying online at www.meridenchildren-
first.org or for an application contact us at 203-630-3566,
stop by Meriden Children First at the Meriden Public
Library (105 Miller Street)

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Technology Curriculum Plan, Committee, CPR Course at
New Uses for Old Buildings Project Challenge, School Maloney and Platt, Instructional
Meriden celebrated its 200 year anniversary last year and while there aren't Readiness, Guided Reading, Associates, Exemplary
many, if any, buildings that go back that far, there are scores of older build- Early Childhood Assessments, Achievement Awards, Task
ings in Meriden. Several of Meriden's long-standing buildings recently School Facility Improvements, Force for At Risk Children,
changed hands. What does one do with an old building? Summer Reading and Writing, Family Resource Centers, Mini-
The latest building which transferred ownership is 137 South Colony
Street. Built in 1895, and known as the Meriden Brewing Company, it then Reduced Class Size, Middle grant Program, Venture Program,
cost $125,000 to build. Employment at the brewery was steady and wages School Foreign Language, Inclusion Program,
were good, $20 to $25 a week. Abraham Agyeman is the new owner and is Project Outreach, Read With Me Distinguished Title One Schools.
renovating the building into a shipping center and warehouse for goods head- Program, Math Literacy Best attendance of ANY board
ed to other parts of the world, particularly West Africa. Teachers, Themed Middle member.
The Studios at 55, is the new name for 55 Colony Street. Peter Limosani
purchased the building in August and is renovating the former Swift Premium Schools, Early Literacy Task Hard work, dedication
Ham & Bacon Company, built in 1902, into studios for performing artists -- Force, Interdistrict Sister School and an open mind.
musicians, comedians and dancers. Limosani is hoping to attract a music ven-
dor for the retail storefront of the 20,000 sf building.
153 Pratt Street, previous home of Kuhn Employment Opportunities, was
FOR MERIDEN BOARD OF EDUCATION
built in 1905. In September, Ye Old Book Bindery moved its operation from
Cheshire, CT to this location. The company is primarily engaged in printing
and binding books and pamphlets. Chris Komondy, owner, projects ten new
jobs to be added to their current staff of five full time and five part time ON NOVEMBER 6TH, FILL IN POSITION 8A
employees. They also plan to bring an-out-of town printing company and a
newly acquired business from Kansas (related to the book bindery industry) This message was approved by Rob Kosienski, Jr.
into the 40,000 sf building. Paid for by Kosienski for Board of Education, BRUCE FONTANELLA, TREASURER
The Issac Lewis house, at 189 East Main Street, was built in 1868 by the
founder of the Meriden Britannia Co. who also served as Meriden's third
Mayor in 1870. Amin Noori, the new owner, is converting the 8,500 sf build-
ing into office space. The former St. Paul's Universalist Church at 5
Norwood Street was built in 1892 with Isaac Lewis being one of its largest
contributors. After being vacant for a number of years the 14,500 sf building,
with a 40 ft ceiling in the main hall, was recently purchased by the Holy Word
Foundation Ministry out of East Haven, CT and will celebrate its first worship
service in October. - Trudy Magnolia

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Wanted: WALLINGFORD LAND TRUST
Board Members
The Wallingford Land Trust is looking for a Wallingford resident interested in
the outdoors, walking, hiking, birding, building and maintaining trails. The
WLT board meets 7:00 pm on the 3rd Thursday at the Southwest Conservation
District. If interested please contact WLT President Joe Palazzi at 284-0116.
For more information on the Land Trust, please check out the website at
www.wallingfordlandtrust.org.
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS IN YALESVILLE
The Stanley Budleske V.F.W. Post 9965 and the Ladies Auxiliary, Yalesville
has mailed 181 care packages to our troops in Iraq, Afganistan and South
Korea.
The Post is running short on items for this program.
We are looking for donations of hygiene products both for men and women.
Tube socks (black, green, brown), popcorn, any kind of nuts, baby wipes, dry
wipes, paper back books, CD's, small games, hard candy, oatmeal, cookies,
can fruit. All items can be left off at the Post Canteen everyday from 1:00
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 424 Church St (Rt. 68) across from the Yalesville school.
Also items may be left at the Yalesville Post Office.
Thank you in advance, Rod Fulton (203) 269-9851
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A Story of True Giving
Shared by Keith Gordon
THE FIREMAN
In Phoenix, Arizona, a 26-year-old mother stared down at her 6 year old son, who was dying of terminal leukemia.
Although her heart was filled with sadness, she also had a strong feeling of determination. Like any parent, she wanted
her son to grow up and fulfill all his dreams. Now that was no longer possible..
The leukemia would see to that. But she still wanted her son's dreams to come true. She took her son's hand and
asked, "Billy, did you ever think about what you wanted to be once you grew up? Did you ever dream and wish what
you would do with your life?"
Mommy, "I always wanted to be a fireman when I grew up."
Mom smiled back and said, "Let's see if we can make your wish come true."
Later that day she went to her local fire department in Phoenix, Arizona, where she met Fireman Bob, who had a
heart as big as Phoenix. She explained her son's final wish and asked if it might be possible to give her six-year-old son
a ride around the block on a fire engine.
Fireman Bob said, "Look, we can do better than that. If you'll have your son ready at seven o'clock Wednesday
morning, we'll make him an honorary fireman for the whole day. He can come down to the fire station, eat with us, go
out on all the fire calls, the whole nine yards! And if you'll give us ! his sizes, we'll get a real fire uniform for him, with
a real fire hat-not a toy one-with the emblem of the Phoenix Fire Department on it, a yellow slicker like we wear and
rubber boots. They're all manufactured right here in Phoenix, so we can get them fast."
Three days later Fireman Bob picked up Billy, dressed him in his fire uniform and escorted him from his hospital
bed to the waiting hook and ladder truck. Billy got to sit on the back of the truck and help steer it back to the fire sta-
tion.
He was in heaven. There were three fire calls in Phoenix that day and Billy got to go out on all three calls. He rode
in the different fire engines, the paramedic's van, and even the fire chief's car.
He was also videotaped for the local news program. Having his dream come true, with all the love and attention that
was lavished upon him, so deeply touched Billy that he lived three months longer than any doctor thought possible.
One night all of his vital signs began to drop dramatically and the head nurse, who believed in the hospice concept
that no one should die alone, began to call the family members to the hospital.

PRACTO
Then she remembered the day Billy had spent as a fireman, so she called the Fire Chief and asked if it would be pos-

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sible to send a fireman in uniform to the hospital to be with Billy as he made his transition.

CH SINCE 1981 R
The chief replied, "We can do better than that. We'll be there in five minutes. Will you please do me a favor?
When you hear the sirens screaming and see the lights flashing, will you announce over the PA system that there is not
a fire? It's just the fire department coming to see one of its finest members one more time. And will you open the win-
dow to his room?
About five minutes later a hook and ladder truck arrived at the hospital and extended its ladder up to Billy's third
DR. STANLEY HARRIS floor open window 16 firefighters climbed up the ladder into Billy's room.
With his mother's permission, they hugged him and held him and told him how much they loved him.
With his dying breath, Billy looked up at the fire chief and said, "Chief, am I really a fireman now?"
Misalignment of the Spine causes "Billy, you are, and the Head Chief, God, is holding your hand," the chief said.
With those words, Billy smiled and said, "I know, He's been holding my hand all day, and the angels have been
Pain, Stress and Dis-ease. singing.."
Chiropractic Aligns He closed his eyes one last time.

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Love Comes Tenderly
Chapter 1 By Diana Lewis
The shades of the evening sky were a magnificent purple, blue and yellow.
Sara watched as it faded into night from her back stoop. She had been sitting
there for hours it seemed but she loved the wondrous colors in the evening
sky. God's evening sky as she loved to call it. It also meant another day with-
out rain that they desperately needed or the crops would be ruined for another
year and they would not be able to pay their bills again this year. "God help
us," she prayed.
Her husband, Jason, came out of the house to join her.
"Praying for rain again?" he asked.
"Of course," Sara answered.
"Do you really think He'll listen to you?" he asked.
"He always has in the past."
"It doesn't look like this year is going to be good like last year, so with the
money we have left why don't we think about moving west to say, Missouri
or Kansas. They say there's plenty of land to pickin' there"
"You really want to leave our home here?" she asked.
"As it is the bank is going to foreclose on the farm and I have money
stashed away that's not in the bank so we could go make a new start out
west."
"I'm your wife, I have to go where you go, but let's take it easy on my par-
ents when we tell them."
"Okay, tomorrow I'll check on the next wagon train headed west, and we
can tell your parents when we go to dinner with them after church on
Sunday."
"Do you think we will be going that soon?"
"I think this will be the last wagon train out this year, it's already July.
Hopefully we'll be in Missouri before winter sets in."
"You'll have to give me a list of what to pack and what we will have to
leave behind." said Sara as they walked in the house and sat at the kitchen
table. Jason poured them both a cup of coffee and got a piece of paper from
the desk drawer in the sitting room. Sara put some sugar and milk in her cof-
fee as he was getting the paper. She was stirring it when he came back and
sat down.
"We'll have to take at least one mattress to sleep on and food stuffs to cook
over a fire. We'll need blankets, towels, sheets and any small important things
you want to take. The papers I will get a box with a lock on it for them and
each of will have a key. That's where we will stash most of our money as
well. Hopefully we can take this old stove with us."
"Will it fit in the wagon?"
"I'm gonna try to get it in there. If we don't take too much big stuff it
should fit."
"What about the baby? Will it be okay on this trek?"
"We'll check with the doctor but if you take it easy, I'm sure it will be
okay."
They retired to bed and Sara prayed about the trip and she felt peace about
it more than she did when they were first talking about it. She felt that was
what God wanted her to do was go west, so she would go.
The next day, when Jason came back from town, everything had been
arranged. They were leaving on July 23. They had two weeks to get every-
thing in order and packed to be ready to go. Jason had brought boxes home
for her to start packing and they wrote a list of things they needed to purchase
for the trip. Sara suggested getting a few things for the baby just in case it
decided to come early so he or she would have something to wear.
Sunday after church when they went to her parents home for dinner, they
announced their plans. It wasn't a happy scene. Her parents absolutely forbid
them to go, but they knew deep down they could not stop them, no matter
how hard they tried. But they did try to get them to change their minds.
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"We're going to loose our farm anyway because of the drought. They let us get by from last year's drought but you
know yourself they aren't going to let us go another year without paying them. I have money stashed away. We're using
that to go on." said Jason, trying to get them to see reason.
"How about if I went with them?" asked Sara's brother, Michael. "I could help them to get set up and then come
back. We could take two wagons."
"If we did that, said Sara, "We could take Grandma's Chest that I love so much."
"Well, alright he can go," Calton Chambers, "but you're responsible for him."
"Don't worry, Mr Chambers, we will take good care of him." answered Jason.
The next day Mike, as he liked to be called, came over with the things he was planning taking with him. He surprise
Jason by putting a rifle under front seat of the wagon.
"What is that for?" he asked.
"You never know if we run into Indians or something. And I could go shoot us some meat if we needed it," answered
Mike, "You should have one too. You still have that revolver?"
"Yes, I'll make sure we bring it." answered Jason. "I'll have to go into town and get more shells."
They were about to get both the stove and Sara's grandmother's chest in the wagon. The stove went in Jason and
Sara's wagon and the chest went into Mike's.
Sara was so busy the nest couple of weeks sorting through things. Some of the things she really wanted that she
couldn't take, she took them to her parents' place to be shipped later when they got settled. She ended up with six boxes
of those things. The things she chose to take, some went in their wagon and some went in Mike's. They were finally all
packed the day before they were to leave.
Sara and Jason lay in bed the evening before they were to leave. They weren't sleeping as they should be because
they had to rise so early, in fact before sun up. Sara was looking at the ceiling and thinking.
"I'm really going to miss this place." she said in the darkness.
"Yeah, I know," answered Jason.
"It's our first home when we got married."
"Yeah, I'll miss it too," and he turned over and kissed her. "Now we better get some sleep. We need to rise early."
"I know," she said as she snuggled close to him and closed her eyes. Jason heard her breathing slow and knew she
was asleep. He lay there trying to sleep but sleep wouldn't come. He wished he had the faith in God that his wife
had. He didn't know how to have that faith. He'd always thought that religion was a crutch for poor people and people
who needed something to wish upon, but it really hadn't been for him. He was too busy doing things for himself and
for Sara. He did everything his way and thought it was the right way. He didn't need God's help to do anything, he was
fine doing it on his own. Sara called him stubborn sometimes.
He also thought about the house he was going to build for Sara. She had always wanted to live in a log home. He
had carefully drew up plans for their house and showed them to Sara just last night. She was excited about the home.
He finally dozed off.
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I prefer winter and fall, when you feel the bone struc-
ture of the landscape -- the loneliness of it -- the dead
feeling of winter. Something waits beneath it -- the
whole story doesn't show. --Andrew Wyeth
I saw old autumn in the misty morn
Stand shadowless like silence, listening
To silence. --Thomas Hood
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"Why Can't Johnny Sing?"
Part 1 of a 2 part series
By Katrina S. Axelrod
Of course I have spoken about "The Arts Economy" before this in the People's Press, but let me explain it; "What goes
around, comes around, artistically and economically- and academically". I'll start from the beginning as I see it.
When you purchase a gift at a retail store in the mall that purchase helps the general economy. But when you buy
that same (or better) gift at a museum or artists' collective, you not only help that non-profit museum, but you help the
entrepreneurial process in the arts. Some non-profits are Big Businesses- the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New
York, for instance. You can go to malls in several cities and purchase a gift 'from the Metropolitan'. They have over-
head just like any shop owner and fewer of the dollars go to the non-profit for museum work, but it does Market the
name, and I guess that is a good thing... Actually, I'm rather saddened to see big business in the non-profit arena, but
that is only because I am living in a fairyland where non-profits are accorded all of the money they can use. Not. My
feelings on that subject are a very mixed bag.
OK, so, if you go and purchase an item from say, Gallery 53, you help 1) the gallery, 2) the artists who made the
object, 3) the entire non-profit economy in the area. If you give your loved-one(s) a gift certificate for the next season's
performances of Con Brio, you have helped- yes, the members, the venue in which they play, and 3) "The Arts
Economy".
When you get creative and have a recital/show/installation at the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center, another non-profit,
you help 1) the recitalist/artist(s), 2) the ACCC, and 3) "The Arts Economy." Yes, I do realize that the ACCC doesn't
sell toothpaste and that the big box stores do have a right to exist. But not at the expense of important things like peo-
ple expressing themselves creatively for their living.
However, there is growing optimism (mine) that when people see the artist down the street as an entrepreneur, a
business person, just like an auto mechanic, then that artistic person has a better shot at a good living. He/she has done
some serious work already, gotten some very expensive education, training, lots of practice, and needs to build a client
base, and have some sort of business plan and probably has two or three jobs "to make a living". Just like the guy
down the street who fixes cars, only he only has to have on job because he is seen as "relevant". Only the mechanic
learned his skills in public school and maybe a for-profit training tech after that. But it started in school is my point.
Now, the artist has one 'day job', (something related to his art if he/she is lucky), or does something else entirely that
he/she learned is a "better" bet for a 'real job' while either having a home studio, providing lessons or some other way
doing art on the side. Ick and Yuck.
It is with this in mind that the whole Artist as Entrepreneur idea got started. I've given it some thought, and thanks
to our Secretary of the State, with whom I had breakfast last week (with 40 other people, at a great Meriden Chamber
of Commerce event), I have 'hatched a plan'. She asked for ideas and this one is brewing almost 24/7.
Just like with Auto Mechanics as a public school curriculum, I'll start at the school level, I'll move to the
Independent Artist (mechanic) and then to the Independent Artist as Entrepreneur, or, that is, "The guy who has a busi-
ness down the street."
The school systems around the country have as much arts as they can afford. True, true. That correlates to the com-
munity having as much arts (great grammar there) as they can afford? Sure, but if you look at it, the arts in the school
systems are dead or looking like it, everywhere, and, so go the communities. Can the converse be true? If one school
system peps up the Arts programs, could we have more Arts in the community? What do you think?
We have new students coming into the school system every year. New people- new talents, new dreams. We have
students leaving the school system every year. What did they get out of their educational experience? Can they dance?
Can they sing? Can the write? Can the journal? Can they play an instrument? Can they express themselves adequate-
ly to family, peers and other constituents? Can they tell one musical instrument from another? Are those important life
skills? Well, that depends on the decision that somebody made about priorities in the budgeting for education.
I bet that student can kick a ball in several different ways, for several different kinds of games. I bet he/she can play
a sport and I still bet that they can't tell one instrument from another. How many know the difference between a band
and an orchestra? The answer is that an orchestra has stringed instruments in it. Like violins violas, cellos, basses and
harps, that sort of thing. How many of them have ever held a cello and pulled the bow over its strings to produce
sound? That is as good a science lesson as I can think of. "Acoustics" and "the human being", both of which are, in
some circles, entirely scientific pursuits, should occur at every level of every school as artistic lessons, too.
OK, so, I am making the assumption that there will be artistic/musical students entering every grade in every class.
How many? How many do you want? Without music classes, we'll never know how many we can make. There's a
convenient way to say that music and the other arts aren't important- just say it! It's true! It must be true- the authori-
ties have said it! I am not haranguing local priority makers here, they get this shaft just as much as the students do, I
know that. I'm talking higher up. I promised no politics here.
But, come on, now, how many kids go to pee-wee sports programs and then have no team? Hmmm, well, the
Curlers are flat out of luck, but the Bowlers manage. The soccer players and the football players, and the basketball
players and the La Crosse Players and……oh, this is making me queasy.
My point is that a student of anything usually starts early. Some children are scientific, and their parents send them
to Talcott Mountain Rocketry camp, if they can afford it. But, not to worry, because science is taught at every level.
Science teachers know to watch out for scientific kids and challenge them scientifically with Science Fairs and lots of
enrichment. Math has Mathletix and so on. But what about the Arts? That is left to the parents who can afford it.
Private lessons, which are costly to be sure, are the only option for the new young pianist or oboist. Musical and artis-
tic children come along in every sector of society, not just the rich ones. The Arts are left to a second-and third-class
status and a mixed-bag of budget priorities. Where are the African American and Hispanic violinists? Is that a strange
question? I'm sorry that it is.
Look for Part 2 in the next issue
PRAYER TO The Blessed Virgin: Never
known to fail. Oh most beautiful power of
Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of
Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of
God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my
necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and
show me that you are my mother. Oh Holy
Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven
and earth, I humbly seek you from the bot-
tom of my heart to secure me in my neces-
sity. (Make your request). There are none
that can withstand your pwer. Oh Mary,
conceived without sin, pray for us who
have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary,
I place this prayer in your hands (3 times).
Say this prayer for three consecutive days
and then you must publish it and it will be
granted to you. Grateful Thanks. APR

Know Your Status:
National Latino / Hispanic AIDS Awareness Day
On October 15, 2007 the Meriden Health Department will honor National
Latino and Hispanic AIDS Awareness Day. This day is a celebration of
Hispanic Heritage Month and marks the first day of what has become an
annual observance in the fight against AIDS.
HIV/AIDS does not discriminate by language, color, sexual preference, or
country of origin. One cannot tell if someone has HIV by just looking at
them; status is only known by getting tested.
The Meriden Health Department encourages everyone to become more edu-
cated about HIV and AIDS. The Meriden Health Department offers free, con-
fidential testing and counseling to all interested individuals. The department
offers the OraSure test, in which test results are available in twenty minutes.
Educational information is also available. All services are available in English
and Spanish. Call Abby Torres, HIV Counselor / Bilingual Educator, at (203)
630-4176 for more information or to make an appointment.
FLU VACCINATIONS AVAILABLE THROUGH
MERIDEN HEALTH DEPARTMENT
The Meriden Health Department will offer the influenza (flu) vaccine on the
following dates:
October 17, 2007
9:00am - 12:00pm
Meriden Senior Citizens Center
22 West Main Street
(Seniors over 60 years of age and chronically ill residents encouraged to
attend)
October 24, 2007
2:00pm-5:30pm
Meriden Health Department
165 Miller Street
(Open to all Meriden residents, including City of Meriden and Board of
Education employees)
October 30, 2007
9:00am-11:00am
Harbor Towers
60 Hanover Street
(Seniors over 60 years of age and chronically ill residents encouraged to
attend)
The cost of each inoculation is $20.00. Medicare Part B will be accepted.
Any persons allergic to eggs or any part of the flu vaccine are not eligible for
the vaccination.
All vaccination dates are by appointment only. Please call the Meriden
Health Department at 630-4234 to make an appointment.
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What you need to know!
The Wallingford Garden Club and Wallingford Center Inc cosponsored the
2007 Gardener’s Market on Saturday mornings at the Railroad Station. The
ten week event was a success for vendors and customers alike. Special
thanks to all those volunteers who assisted: Caryl Ryan, Lillian Hefka,
Lillian Weaver, Shirley Krampitz, Eileen Eccles, Helen Daney, Fran
Pellegrino, Barbara Hannon, Maryon Lindholm, Sandy and TJ Pajor, Candy
Grana, Liz Landow and Rosemary Rascati from the Garden Club and WCI.
Other volunteers who deserve special thanks are Bob and Carole Golikto
who gave the cooking demonstration, cooking advice and free recipes as
well as the Wallingford Brass Quintet who entertained the crowd in
September. The last day was a free raffle of many vendors’ items. The
volunteer basket donated by Carole Golitko was won be Marilyn Ollayos.
The vendor basket donated by Ellie Tessmer was won by Skippy D’Albero
from Tancreti Farms and the customer basket of a silk flower arrangement
donated by Rose Marano was won by Lydia Wooster.
The vendors with fruit, veggies, flowers, plants, food, crafts were excep-
tional. We look forward to another successful year in 2008. We hope to see
you all back.
For more information: Contact Ellie Tessmer, market manager 269-2653
Photo by Ellie tessmer of chefs Bob and Carole Golitko
The People’s Press October 2007 Page 27
MidState Makes Varicose Vein Procedure Easier
Barbara Molis of Meriden has had protruding veins, leg heaviness, and discomfort associated with varicose veins for
years. In recent months, her symptoms seemed to get worse by the week, especially when she was standing. That was
before June, when Barbara underwent a procedure at MidState Medical Center to treat her varicosities.
The procedure is medically termed radio frequency ablation, a minimally invasive practice by which doctors shut
down the troublesome vein with radio frequency waves. The waves deliver heat to the vein at lower temperatures than
laser treatments, causing the collagen in the vein's lining to break down. The result-no more pain, heaviness, or bulging
veins.
"It was great," said Barbara. The office-based procedure can be conducted in 30 minutes to one hour and requires no
sedation, said Daniel Schwartz, MD, MidState Medical Center.
Though patients must wear compression hose temporarily following the surgery, they are able to resume normal
activity immediately. "I took a trip to American Girl in New York City the week after the procedure," said Barbara.
Barbara was hesitant about the trip at first, but her doctor encouraged her to go.
Results are almost immediate as well. Patients can notice a difference in as little as two days following surgery.
Barbara commented, "I have no more pain and tiredness."
This procedure is a far cry from what used to be done to treat venous insufficiency. In a more dated procedure, vein
removal was the norm. Doctors had to surgically strip out the vein, frequently causing the patient pain and bruising.
Results were not favorable either. "The vein reopens in up to 52% of cases," Dr. Schwartz said.
Radio frequency ablation is less painful and much faster. It is performed by first using ultrasound technology to find
the best location to enter the vein. Then a catheter is inserted into the diseased vein. The radio frequencies delivered to
the vein close it immediately, redirecting blood to deeper, healthy veins.
MidState physicians have performed over 30 radio frequency ablation procedures since the hospital started offering
them in October 2006.
The hospital has also organized a vein center in response to the growing need for vein disease treatment. MidState's
Vein Center is comprised of four MidState doctors: Daniel Schwartz, MD, general and vascular surgeon; Jack Huse,
MD, general surgeon; Harry Hajedemos, MD, Assistant Medical Director of Radiology; and Gary Dee, MD, Medical
Director of Radiology.
Approximately 80 million Americans suffer from venous insufficiency, and another 20 million experience symptoms
associated with reflux (blood traveling in the wrong direction), but only 1.2 million of these individuals seek treatment.
Vein centers have been an emerging concept in the last six years, and doctors are beginning to better understand the
effect of vein problems. Bulging varicose veins are the well-known characteristic of venous insufficiency, but people
can experience other problems without having physical manifestations. Pain, heavy legs, tingling, swelling, and fatigue
of the legs are all signs that valves are poorly functioning.
The Vein Center at MidState will assess patients' vein problems through a specific staging process and then propose
appropriate treatment. Advanced ultrasound technology and a comprehensive examination will be used to determine a
diagnosis.
Most insurance companies will cover the radio frequency ablation procedure with confirmation of symptoms and
diagnosis and if conservative therapies like compression hose have continually failed.
Treating venous insufficiency and varicose veins has not always been this simplistic, but patients no longer have to
suffer with pain. Dr. Hajedemos said, "The technology makes it easy to treat."
The Senior Buddy Readers Program Seeks Volunteers
The Senior Buddy Readers intergenerational mentoring & literacy program is currently seeking volunteers for the 2006-
2007 school year. Active retirees are needed to help first and second grade students improve their reading skills. The
program runs from October through the end of May and takes place in six of Meriden's elementary schools: Ben
Franklin, Casimir Pulaski, Hanover, Israel Putnam, Nathan Hale and Thomas Hooker schools. Anyone interested in
sharing one hour a week mentoring a child is invited to call the office of Meriden Children First Initiative at 630-3566.
Make a difference in the life of a child…become a Senior Buddy Reader volunteer!
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Franciscan Christmas Fair
Come one, come all to the 16th Annual Franciscan Christmas Fair to benefit
the counseling, education, home health care and hospice care programs of the
Franciscan Life Center on Saturday, November 17, 2007, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30
p.m. on the campus of the Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue,
Meriden, Connecticut 06451. Join in the spirit of Christmas by enjoying
Franciscan music, quilt raffle, a living creche, pottery, jams and jellies, bread,
and more. Freshly cut Christmas trees, hand-decorated wreaths and a fantastic
basket raffle are also available. Bring family and friends. See you at the Fair.
For more information call the Franciscan Life Center at (203) 237-8084.
Emergency Medical Technician Course
Hunter's Ambulance Service, Vehicle and Education Resource Center,
474 W. Main St., Meriden. Classes will start on October 25, 2007 until end of
March 2008. They are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 p.m.
to 9:30 p.m. Additional Saturday sessions are planned. Students must be over
18 years of age or older. Anyone over 16 but under 18 must have a signed
parental permission form. (Available first night of class). Class size is limited
to 30 students. For more information please call (203) 514-5142.
Fall is my favorite season in Los Angeles, watching the birds change color
and fall from the trees. --David Letterman
What you need to know!
Children's Book Drive a Great Success
During the month of August, the Meriden Borders book store ran a book
drive to collect new children's books for the Senior Buddy Reader program,
sponsored by Meriden Children First. Over the course of the month,
Borders staff held several community events to raise awareness for the book
drive. Employees also did a great job of encouraging customers to donate
a book.
The goal of 600 new books was easily met. The final totals? In just one
month, more than 1,400 books were collected! As an extra bonus, a per-
centage of these sales will support the Ronald McDonald House. Hundreds
of young children and their families will benefit from the generosity of this
community, and of Borders.
A special thanks to Mike Rohde of the Ronald McDonald House, and to
Theresa MacNaughton, Lorna Marshall, Craig Kennedy and the entire
Borders team for their amazing efforts.
For more information about Senior Buddy Readers and Children First call
630-3566 or visit www.meridenchildrenfirst.org
Left to right, Theresa MacNaughton, Keri Lynn Engel, Jessica Johnson-
Travers, Dulany Ney (top book drive collector with 341!), and Anne Marie
Golba. Not pictured: Corrie Needels, who collected 313 books for the
drive.
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Deadline for the next issue is September 24, 2007
The Journey
When you bring a pet into your life, you begin a journey - a journey that will bring you more love and devotion than
you have ever known, yet also test your strength and courage. If you allow, the journey will teach you many things,
about life, about yourself, and, most of all, about love. You will come away changed forever, for one can not touch
another without leaving its mark.
Along the way, you will learn much about savoring life's simple pleasures - jumping in leaves, snoozing in the sun,
the joys of puddles, and even the satisfaction of a good scratch behind the ears.
If you spend much time outside, you will be taught how to truly experience every element, for no rock, leaf, or log
will go unexamined, no rustling bush will be overlooked, and even the very air will be inhaled, pondered, and noted as
being full of valuable information. Your pace may be slower - except when heading home to the food dish - but you
will become a better naturalist, having been taught by an expert in the field.
Too many times we hike on automatic pilot, our goal being to complete the trail rather than enjoy the journey. We
miss the details - the colorful mushrooms on the rotting log, the honeycomb in the old maple snag, the hawk feather
caught on a twig. Once we walk as a dog does, we discover a whole new world. We stop; we browse the landscape, we
kick over leaves, peek in tree holes, look up, down, all around. And we learn what any dog knows: that nature has cre-
ated a marvelously complex world that is full of surprises, that each cycle of the seasons bring ever changing wonders,
each day an essence all its own.
Even from indoors you will find yourself more attuned to the world around you. You will find yourself watching
summer insects collecting on a screen (How bizarre they are! How many kinds there are!), or noting the flick and dance
flash of fireflies through the dark. You will stop to observe the swirling of windblown leaves, or sniff the air after a
rain. It does not matter that there is no objective in this; the point is in the doing, in not letting life's most important
details slip by.
You will find yourself doing silly things that your pet-less friends might not understand: spending thirty minutes in
the grocery aisle looking for the cat food brand your feline must have, buying dog birthday treats, or driving around the
block an extra time because your pet enjoys the ride.
You will roll in the snow, wrestle with chewy toys, bounce little rubber balls till your eyes cross, and even run
around the house trailing your bathrobe tie - with a cat in hot pursuit - all in the name of love.
Your house will become muddier and hairier. You will wear less dark clothing and buy more lint rollers. You may
find dog biscuits in your pocket or purse, and feel the need to explain that an old plastic shopping bag adorns your liv-
ing room rug because your cat loves the crinkly sound.
You will learn the true measure of love - the steadfast, undying kind that says, "It doesn't matter where we are or
what we do or how life treats us as long as we are together." Respect this always. It is the most precious gift any living
soul can give another. You will not find it often among the human race.
And you will learn humility. The look in my dog's eyes often made me feel ashamed. Such joy and love at my pres-
ence. She saw not some flawed human who could be cross and stubborn, moody or rude, but only her wonderful com-
panion. Or maybe she saw those things and dismissed them as mere foibles, not worth considering, and so chose to
love me anyway.
If you pay attention and learn well, when the journey is done, you will be not just a better person, but the person
your pet always knew you to be - the one they were proud to call beloved friend.
I must caution you that this journey is not without pain. Like all paths of true love, the pain is part of loving. For as
surely as the sun sets, one day your dear animal companion will follow a trail you cannot yet do down.
And you will have to find the strength and love to let them go. A pet's time on earth is far too short - especially for
those that love them. We borrow them, really, just for a while, and during these brief years they are generous enough to
give us all their love, every inch of their spirit and heart, until one day there is nothing left.
The cat that only yesterday was a kitten is all too soon old and frail and sleeping in the sun. The young pup of
boundless energy wakes up stiff and lame, the muzzle now gray. Deep down we somehow always knew that this jour-
ney would end. We knew that if we gave our hearts, they would be broken.
But give them we must, for it is all they ask in return. When the time comes and the road curves ahead to a place we
cannot see, we give one final gift and let them run on ahead - young and whole once more. "God speed, good friend,"
we say, until our journey comes full circle and our paths cross again.
By Crystal Ward Kent
Lyman Hall Class of 82 25 year reunion
November 24, 2007
Elks Lodge in Wallingford 7:00pm - midnight. Cost is $59.00 per person.
Call Mike Cassello at 203-265-2864 ext 175, or email Laurene at lmgtravel@sbcglobal.net
No Spring nor Summer Beauty hath such grace As I have seen in one Autumnal face. --John Donne
We are pleased to have Pam Hall from
Connecticut Light and Power who will
discuss Energy Efficicency on October
16th at 2 p.m. We welcome Pam to serve your
needs in our continuing series of talks by area
experts on topics of interest to older adults.
Please join us for these free programs to keep
you informed.
Home: It's one word filled with meaning for many
people. At Miller Memorial Community it means a
warm, caring environment to live a safe and secure

If a man . . . can paint a landscape, and convey into souls and ochres all
the enchantments of Spring or Autumn; it is certain that the secret cannot
be kept; the first witness tells it to a second, and men go by fives and tens
and fifties to his doors. --Ralph Waldo Emerson
Photo Art
A photo of an old Ive’s Barn taken by Eileen Hunter
What you need to know!
Meriden Family Day - A “Step” in the Right Direction
Over 60 people joined the Meriden Health Department and Rushford
Healthcare to celebrate Meriden Family Day on Saturday, September 22,
2007.
The family fun walk was held at the new Quinnipiac River linear walk-
ing trail, located at the corner of Oregon Road and Route 70 in Meriden.
Mayor Mark Benigni led the enthusiastic walkers down the 1.3 mile trail.
After the walk, participants enjoyed healthy snacks and great conversation
as they rediscovered their families, their community, and their environment.
The Meriden Health Department and Rushford Healthcare would like to
thank everyone who participated. We could not have asked for a better day
to hold such a fun event!
This event was also held as the kick-off walk to the Meriden Movers
community walking program. Group walks will be held during the week at
the trail; for a schedule please contact Lea Crown, Health Educator, at 630-
4238. Schedules are also available online at www.meridenhealth.com.
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MAX E. MURAVNICK MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS'
CENTER NEWS AND EVENTS
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens' Center is open to all Meriden residents age 60 and over. Membership
is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM by presenting a driver's
license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon enti-
tling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is
offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
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The Meriden Health Department has scheduled a Flu Shot Clinic at the Max Muravnick Senior Center on Wednesday,
October 17 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon. The flu shots at the Senior Center will be given by appointment only again
this year. Appointments must be made by calling the Meriden Health Department at 630-4234 to schedule a time for
your flu shot on Wednesday, October 17. According to Meriden Health Director Beth Vumbaco, flu shots are strongly
recommended for all people aged 65 and older, all residents of nursing homes or chronic care facilities and all adults
with chronic disorders of the pulmonary or cardiovascular systems, including asthma. The flu shots at the Senior Center
are for Meriden residents over 60 or those with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, severe anemia, severe asthma, heart
disease or lung disease. Please note that the flu shot does not contain live virus and cannot give you the flu and a new,
sterile needle is used for each person. To make an appointment for your flu shot at the Senior Center call the Meriden
Health Department at 630-4234. Remember to bring your Medicare card too!
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The next session of the AARP Driver Safety Program at the Senior Center will be on Wednesday, November 7 and
Friday, November 9 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Five good reasons to take the class are:
Learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and much more in this 8-hour course.
Find out how to adjust to age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time.
Get an insurance discount.
You don't have to take a test.
Millions of people have taken advantage of this valuable course.
The course fee is $10 and people can sign-up by calling the Senior Center at 237-0066. The program will be limited to
the first 30 people who register so sign-up today!
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Meteorologist Art Horn will again visit the Senior Center to put on his latest weather show, "The Weather of the
U.S.A.". Art's fun and informative show will be on Wednesday, November 14 from 10:30 - 11:30 AM in the first floor
meeting room. His 45 minute slide show will cover such topics as historic weather events and extreme weather condi-
tions that have taken place in the history of the United States. Following his slide show Art will conduct a 10 to 15
minute question and answer session. Be sure not to miss "The Weather of the U.S.A." with former TV weatherman Art
Horn on Wednesday, November 14 at 10:30 AM!
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The Senior Center has been notified that we will again receive funding from the Agency on Aging of South Central
Connecticut to provide medical transportation services for Meriden residents age 60 and over to their in-town medical
appointments. The service is provided by the Senior Center Mini-Bus and appointments must be scheduled several days
in advance by calling 237-3338 or by making a reservation in the Mini-Bus Office. The grant also covers out-of-town
rides, which are provided by the Wallingford Meriden Branch of the American Red Cross. To schedule the out-of-town
rides, call the Red Cross at least one week in advance at 265-6721. Services are provided to local residents age 60 and
over, or the disabled free of charge and voluntary contributions are accepted. For further information about transporta-
tion to your in-town and out-of town medical appointments call the Senior Center Mini-Bus Office at 237-3338.
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As a member of the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Coalition on Aging, I would like to encourage People's Press
readers to complete the CCOA 2007-2008 Survey of State Legislative Issues. The Coalition on Aging's annual legisla-
tive survey is a very important means of determining which issues are priorities for Connecticut seniors. We distribute
the results to every Connecticut State Legislator. We testify in public hearings in support of proposed legislation based
on the top priorities of the survey. Just go on-line to www.CoalitionAgingCt.org, click on legislative survey, pick the
five issues most important to you and submit the survey. If you prefer to fill out a printed copy the surveys are avail-
able now at the Senior Center. The Connecticut Coalition on Aging has been working to improve the quality of life for
Connecticut's senior citizens since 1974 and you can help by completing our annual survey on the Internet or by pick-
ing up a copy at the Senior Center.
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For a complete listing of all Senior Center classes, activities, trips and meal menus, pick-up a copy of our newsletter
available on the first of each month at the reception desk in the front lobby.
John F. Hogarth - Senior Center Director
All those golden autumn days the sky was full of wings. Wings beating low over the blue water of Silver Lake,
wings beating high in the blue air far above it . . . bearing them all away to the green fields in the South. -
-Laura Ingalls Wilder
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The deadline for the next issue of The People’s The Challenge Part 2
By Andy Reynolds
Press is October 23rd for all submissions. To Discovering a New Me, (Maybe), on Columbus Day
make a submission: Many of you read Dawn's article on Isogenix and Dr. David DeRosa of Precision Chiropractic Center, llc challenge that
it would work. Again there were no conditions. He would provide us with the program and we would honestly report
email to: andy@peoplespressnews.com the results. He did not have to advertise but if he chose to that was his option. If you would like to read what Dawn
Mail to: The People’s Press, PO Box 4459 had to say in Part 1, email me at andy@peoplespressnews.com and I will be happy to send it to you.
So now I begin my challenge on Columbus Day. Before I get into my weight and all of my current measurements, I
Yalesville, CT 06492 should once again explain that this is not just supposed to be a weight loss program but a chemical cleanse program.
It will be a real challenge for the program and for me to do this. I have a horrible lifestyle. I smoke 1-2 packs of
Celebrations of Life and Home cigarettes a day. I drink 5 cups of coffee and maybe 3 glasses of soda a day. I'm a sugar and breadaholic. I eat only 1
meal a day even though I have to admit Dawn has forced me, (since she cares), to eat breakfast and lunch. So the ques-
tion is - can I give all of this up? The program requires that I do so if I can't then is it really a fair test to it?
I will try to do so. If you call me after Columbus Day - I warn you that I will not be the same. When I quit smok-
Happy Birthday DAD! ing, I become for a lack of better words, not nice. So please don't take it personally if I attack you, your family and
everything. I'm not kidding.
You are the BEST! Everything that is required to be given up is my ENTIRE diet and habits. So send my thoughts my way as in the
end - even if the diet does not work, if I can quit everything then it has been a success in a way and remember when
Love, you quit smoking you tend to eat much more and gain weight so keep that in mind.
Mark, Jeannie and Booey On to my current weight which I really don't want to share. I am the heaviest I have ever been weighing in at 182.4
pounds.
In part 3 of the series in the next issue - you will have the final results reported to you for both Dawn and I. You
will also have the disgusting honor of seeing a before photo and an after photo of me, (that is only if it works), so be
Celebrations of Life and Home prepared and close your eyes if needed.

Wallingford Park and Recreation Fun Events

Is this our little guy DOGTOBER FESTIVAL
or what? SATURDAY OCTOBER 27, 2007 1:00-3:00P.M. AT DOOL ITTLE PARK
Doggie Lovers Unite. Join us for a fun filled afternoon of doggie activities. Paws n' Effect of Hamden will set up an
Preston Bucklan agility course to allow dogs to practice their jumps, tunnel runs and various talents.
Also local dog obedience experts, trainers, dog bakeries, vets, pet stores, pet spas and more will be available for
Nanny and Diggy questions and purchases. This event will not be judged however; - participants are welcomed to dress their dogs in their
LOVE YOU SO MUCH favorite costumes. All dogs not participating in the agility and Frisbee event must be leashed.
A GOBLIN GATHERING -
FRIDAY OCTOBER 26, 2007 6:45P.M.
A gathering for all Wallingford Goblins! Gather in front of theWallingford Town Hall for an evening of fun activities,
Celebrations of Life and Home d.j. monster mash music and ghoulish games by "Jock in the Box," prebagged candy, cider and donuts. Activities to
include art projects, glow necklaces for the first 500 children and more. This event is sponsored by the Wallingford
Public Celebrations Committee and the Wallingford Parks and Recreation Dept.
Happy Sweet NINE AND A CHICKEN
16th Birthday This year's hunt will be one for the ages. Participants will be required to go to the Recreation Department to pick up a
packet of CERTIFIED clues. (We want to make sure that all participants start from the Recreation Department so
Jeannie everyone has a fair shot) These clues will lead you to 9 cardboard turkeys and the bonus chicken. All cardboard turkeys
on October 19th and chicken will be hidden on Wallingford town property. The object is to locate a turkey and return it to the Parks and
Recreation for the gift certificate.
Love, Awards: To be awarded to the first three families. Clues must be handed in at time of redemption.
Mom, Dad, Mark and Booey When: November 16, 2007 Day: Friday Time: 7:00p.m.
Where: Wallingford Parks and Recreation Department Fee: Free

Those seemingly interminable dark walks between houses, long before street-lit safety became an issue, were
more adrenalizing than the mountains of candy filling the sack. Sadly Halloween, with our good-natured
attempts to protect the little ones, from the increasingly dangerous traffic and increasingly sick adults, has
become an utter bore. ~Lauren Springer
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You are cordially invited to...

Celebrate a great year for our kids...

& plan an even better one for the upcoming year!
Meriden Children First - Annual Meeting
Wednesday, October 17th - 5:30pm-8:30pm
Art Viewing begins at 5:30. Program begins at 6:30.
Augusta Curtis Cultural Center - 175 East Main in Meriden
Together, we have accomplished so
much for our kids in the past year.
Together, we can do even more in the
upcoming year. Our mission is to pro-
mote and protect the interests of ALL of
our kids. It’s a mission that we all
believe in and all of us need to keep on
fighting for.

Programs and Events:

* Meet the Meriden Board of
Education candidates and their
stand on school issues at our
B.O.E. debate.
* Celebrate the “Children’s
Champions” of 2007!
* Celebrate the 10th Anniversary
of the “School Readiness” pro-
gram with an award presented to
the Pre-School Teacher of the
year.
* Help plan and listen to our
goals for 2008.
* Meet the new Children First
Board of Directors.
* Take a look at what our kids
want to do in the future with art-
work from area schools from
5:30pm - 6:30pm.

Professional childcare available upon request. Refreshments will be served.

Please R.S.V.P. by calling Meriden Children First Initiative at 203-630-3566

Visit www.meridenchildrenfirst.org for more information on what we are all about!