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The 40th annual Woodstock Memorial Day 10k race sported 124 racers this year, according to Erin Lucas, director of the Woodstock Recreation Department. “That’s definitely a big increase from recent years when we had fewer than 50.” Shown are: the lineup at the starting line; “Linda Spooner (47, overall winner - top left); Jack Hearn (19, overall 2nd - top right); and David Morse, above, who has participated in all 40 races. David started early because he now walks, but it’s amazing that he’s never missed a race,” Lucas said. Courtesy photos.
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The Dr. Robert R. Johnston Community Garden - Rhodesville Village. Raised beds and plots are still available for the season. Linda Lemmon photo.
10 years old ---
and 'growing'
By Linda Lemmon
Town Crier Editor
PUTNAM --- It started with a sickly cabbage plant named Hamelton in 2010. Christian lived in an apartment downtown and the only spot for his cabbage plant was a 2-foot section of dirt next to the driveway. Hamelton the Cabbage succumbed to the exhaust fumes, poor soil and insects.
After some hard work and grant money, donations and more hard work, the Dr. Robert R. Johnston Community Garden Rhodesville Village on Smith Street is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. The Town of Putnam, the NDDH, HealthQuest of Northeast Connecticut worked together on community garden plan from 2010 to 2012, garnering a $22,000 grant from the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and $11,000 in in kind.
Fencing followed, also a sink, a shed filled with tools and more. A line of blueberries and raspberries run the length of the garden.
When the garden was dedicated June 21, 2012, Christian and his family were invited to take part and to plant Hemelton II in Putnam's first Communmity Garden. How'd Hamelton II do? Took first prize in the Woodstock Fair.
Plots are still available. Raised beds (8' x 4') are $15 for the season; Ground beds (18' x 13') are $30 for the season and there is a $ 20 refundable key deposit. Applications: www.putnamct.us/departments/economic-and-community-development.
Sharing a ground bed is encouraged
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Wed. June 1
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present the Thompson Public Library’s Art @ the Library & Display Case through June 29. The exhibit is named “The Other Side II: Taking the Evidence Further,” paintings, sculpture and photography by David Ostrowski. 860- 923- 9779.
Thur. June 2
Blood Drive
PUTNAM --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Room 109 of the Putnam Municipal Complex. 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Fri. June 3
First Fridays
PUTNAM --- This year the Putnam Business Association’s First Fridays will fill Main Street in downtown Putnam from 5 to 9 p.m. www.discoverputnam.com.
‘Blithe Spirit’
Putnam --- The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present Noel Coward’s comedy “Blithe Spirit”, at 7:30 p.m. June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 and at 2 p.m. June 5, 12 and 18. There are two performances on June 18, at 2 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. No performance on June 19. Tickets: $22 for adults; $18 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. 860-928-7887.
Sat. June 4
Farmers’ Market Opens!
PUTNAM --- Today the Putnam Saturday Farmers’ Market opens for the season and runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through October at the Riverview Marketplace Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. www.putnamfarmersmarket.org.
Relay For Life
WOODSTOCK --- The American Cancer Society (ACS) Relay For Life of Northeastern CT fund-raising event will be held June 4 through June 5 at Roseland Park.
Cornhole Tournament
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will hold a cornhole tournament at noon at the Pomfret Recreation Park. Visit pomfretct.gov/recreation for the registration form.
Music Festival
PASCOAG --- The Grace Note Farm and The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council will present the 2022 Music at the Farm Chamber Music Festival June 4 and 5 and June 11 and 12. $30. Call 401-567-0354 or go to www.gracenotefarmmusicfestival.com for info/tickets.
Art Show Reception
PUTNAM --- The Annie & Dave Joly Art Show Reception will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Putnam Municipal Complex on School Street. Exhibit on display until June 30.
Greek Food Fest
DANIELSON --- The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church on Water Street will hold its Greek Food Festival from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 4 and from noon to 5 p.m. June 5. All welcome.
Sun. June 5
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Chepachet Meeting House will present a celebration of Beethoven's 250th birthday at 2:30 p.m. at the Chepachet Baptist Church, Rt. 44. All welcome. Free, but a freewill offering will be taken. Refreshments follow. Masks recommended. www.chepachetbaptist.org.
Fri. June 10
Twilight Concert
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Recreation Commission and Historic New England will present, as part of its annual Twilight Concert series, The Little Big Band from 7 to 8:30 (rain date: June 24) at Roseland Cottage. Free. 860-928-4074.
Sat. June 11
Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “Tour of Watercure Distillery in Pomfret” at 10 a.m. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Tag Sale
WOODSTOCK --- The South Woodstock Baptist Church will hold its Community Tag Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church on Roseland Park Road. No early birds. All proceeds go to mission programs.
Tag Sale
WOODSTOCK --- The Town of Woodstock will hold its 10th annual Town-Wide Tag Sale from 8 a.m. to the afternoon (rain date: June 12). Benefits the Woodstock Fuel Assistance Program. Register to put your place on the tag sale map. Sellers go to: https://secure.rec1.com/CT/woodstock-ct/catalog.
Sat. June 18
Cornhole Classic
THOMPSON --- The Quinebaug Valley Regional Rotaract Club will present its Cornhole Classic from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Thompson Speedway. Benefits Rotaract Club and NEPS. $50 per team. Register at: www.Qvrrotaractclub.com
Sun. June 12
Fishing Derby
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will hold its 22nd annual fishing derby at the Pomfret Rod & Gun Club. Check-in starts at 8 and fishing is from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch and awards. Rain date June 18. Worms or night crawlers only. If you catch a trout or bass a member of the club must take your fish off the hook. Casting contest, too. $5 per child. www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Fri. July 1
First Fridays
PUTNAM --- This year the Putnam Business Association’s First Fridays returns to its roots --- celebrating the arts. Artists, vendors, performances and more will fill Main Street in downtown Putnam from 5 to 9 p.m. www.discoverputnam.com.
Fri. July 29
Twilight Concert
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Recreation Commission and Historic New England will present, as part of its annual Twilight Concert series, Dynamite Rhythm from 7 to 8:30 (rain date: Aug. 12) at Roseland Cottage. Free. 860-928-4074.
Golf Tourney
PUTNAM --- The American Legion Post 13 will hold a golf tournament starting at 8:30 a.m. at Connecticut National Golf Course. For info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Fri. Aug. 5
First Fridays
PUTNAM --- This year the Putnam Business Association’s First Fridays returns to its roots --- celebrating the arts. Artists, vendors, performances and more will fill Main Street in downtown Putnam from 5 to 9 p.m. www.discoverputnam.com.
Sat. Aug. 6
Wee Walk
POMFRET --- The Wyndham Land Trust’s family-friendly Wee Wander Walk, “Bats at Lyon Preserve” will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Dress appropriately and bring your camera. www.wyndhamlandtrust.org
Sat. Aug. 13
History Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “The Historic Mills of Pomfret” by Dick Symonds at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Fri. Aug. 19
Twilight Concert
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Recreation Commission and Historic New England will present, as part of its annual Twilight Concert series, Beck N’ Call from 7 to 8:30 (rain date: Aug. 26) at Roseland Cottage. Free. 860-928-4074.
Sat. Sept. 10
Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “Common Sense: TLGV Town Commons and Greens” by Bill Reid at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Fri. Sept. 16
Circle of Fun
PUTNAM --- St. Mary Church, Putnam will be holding its 50th Circle of Fun Sept. 16, 17, 18. The 49th was delayed by the pandemic. There will be free entertainment, great food, beverages, games and rides, as always.
Sat. Oct. 1
Wee Walk
WOODSTOCK --- The Wyndham Land Trust’s family-friendly Wee Wander Walk, “Leaves and Mushrooms at Rapoport Preserve” will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Dress appropriately and bring your camera. www.wyndhamlandtrust.org
Sat. Oct. 8
Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present Connecticut State Historian Walter Woodward at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Sat. Nov. 5
Dueling Pianos
PUTNAM --- Day Kimball Healthcare will present Dueling Pianos Presented By Foxwoods Resort Casino at 7 p.m. at Connecticut National Golf Club. Benefit: Day Kimball Healthcare At Home. More Info: daykimball.org/pianos.
Sat. Nov. 12
Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “The Last Green Valley Notables & Notorious” by Bill Reid, TLGV chief ranger, at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
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Carole A. Marshall
THOMPSON — Carole Ann (Breault) Marshall, 79, of Thompson died peacefully at her home on May 26, 2022.
For the past 57 years, she was the wife of Nicholas J. Marshall and together they had four daughters: Sue Spahl (Eric) of Dudley, Lauren Bowen of Dover, N.H., Kathleen Naumann (Richard) of Thompson, and Nicole McGarry (Aaron) of Thompson. She also leaves her brother Donald Breault (Sheila) and her sister Barbara Jolicoeur, both of North Carolina; six grandchildren: Caitlin Bowen, Christie Bowen, Jeffrey Spahl, Matthew Spahl, Renee Giroux (Trevor) and Benjamin McGarry and one great-grandchild, Cohen Giroux. She was predeceased by one granddaughter, Ashley Leveillee.
Carole was born in 1943 and grew up in Worcester, the daughter of the late Ralph and Ellen (Koski) Breault. In addition to raising her family, she worked for Hubbard Hospital in Webster, the former Someplace Special in Putnam, and the Vernon Stiles Inn in Thompson. She retired from her work as a parish secretary for St. Joseph Church in N. Grosvenordale.
Carole liked to stay socially active and enjoyed her years as a coach and manager for the Thompson Lassie League and as a member of a ladies bowling league. She also loved to cook and play cards, teaching all her grandchildren how to play, and being part of several local bridge and pitch clubs. Cooking and acting as host for all the social and holiday gatherings throughout her life will be cherished and treasured memories of her large and extended family. Most of all, Carole loved spending time with family and friends at Wells Beach in Maine.
Visitation will be at 10 a.m. June 2 at the Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale. A short service will be at 11:30 a.m. with burial following at St. Mary Cemetery in Putnam. Donations: Day Kimball Hospice; or the Channel 3 Kids Camp located in Andover, Connecticut.
Theresa D. Jolie
PUTNAM — Theresa D. (Plouffe) Jolie, 86, of Sabin St, died May 23, 2022 at Day Kimball Hospital. She was the wife of the late Omer J. Jolie. Born in 1936 in the Attawaugan section of Killingly, she was the daughter of the late Wilfrid and Alice (Gregoire) Plouffe.
Mrs. Jolie worked as a machine operator for ACME Cotton and was a member of the Putnam Senior Citizens. She enjoyed the ocean, traveling, playing cards, spending time with family, sewing, and her cat, Mittens.
Theresa leaves her son, Brian O. Jolie (Gretchen Lord-Jolie) of South Beach, Org.; her daughter, Cathy A. Fleming of Putnam; her grandchildren, Trista Albert (Trevor Albert), Shawn Jolie (Kayla Jolie), Ryan Bellerose (Kat Bellerose), Amanda Diaz (Daniel Diaz), and Thomas Fleming and his girlfriend Emily DeMarco; great-grandchildren, Teagan, Taylor, Owen, Miles, Raiden, Caleb, Talan, Alyson, and Valerie. She was predeceased by her sister, Gertrude Landry.
As requested by Theresa, services have been private. Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Church St, Putnam.
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