gravity pg 5 10-27-22
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'Gravity Hill' author coming
PUTNAM — At 1 p.m. Nov. 5, in Putnam Public Library, local author Susanne Davis will read from her debut novel, “Gravity Hill”. She will also field questions from the audience, and be available for book signing. This is the second event in this fall’s Putnam Library Author Series.
The novel borrows from today’s headlines and is set in northeastern Connecticut. It features not only the actual Gravity Hill, but The Vanilla Bean Cafe, too.
And oh, if you’re interested in seeing the actual Gravity Hill for yourself—what is described online as one “strange phenomenon”—then drive out to north Sterling, just ten minutes off I-395, along Main Street near where it ends at Snake Meadow Hill Road.
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NOW pg 5 10-27-22
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Grant Given
The Putnam Area Foundation (PAF) gave NOW a grant for $3,125 for a family healthy cooking clinic. From left: NOW grant writer Lynn Bourque, NOW Executive Director Tayler Shea and PAF president Tom Borner. Courtesy photo.
The Putnam Area Foundation donated $3,125 to Northeast Opportunities for Wellness, Inc. (NOW) for a Family Engagement Healthy Family Cooking Clinic.
NOW Executive Director Tayler Shea, and board member and volunteer grant writer, Lynn Bourque, met with Tom Borner, president of the Putnam Area Foundation to review grant funds recently awarded to NOW. NOW, Grill 37, and the Putnam Area Foundation will host a program that will teach children and families the importance of nutrition and its ability to influence overall wellbeing, and how to achieve and maintain a healthy diet.
Shea said: “We are beyond grateful for the Putnam Area Foundation and its continued support of our organization. We believe in the importance of making healthy, home-cooked meals achievable to all families. Cooking is a foundational life skill. These clinics will allow parents and children the opportunity to learn new culinary skills, budgeting techniques, and how to incorporate children into the kitchen. All the funds from this grant will be used to ensure that families in the region have the knowledge and opportunity to cultivate a nutritious diet and lifestyle at home, thanks to the Putnam Area Foundation.”
In 2021, the Putnam Area Foundation funded the piloted version of this program. Fifty-five families participated in the family engaged healthy cooking clinic. Together, they were able to serve half of those families with a three-course family meal, followed by an in-depth cooking demonstration with Chef Ian Farquhar of Grill 37, while children worked with NOW staff to learn about nutrition and make a healthy appetizer and dessert.
Northeast Opportunities for Wellness is a non-profit human services organization focused on youth social, emotional, and physical wellness. Serving the 10-town area of Northeast Connecticut, NOW provides children with the opportunity to participate in area athletic programs and activities, offering scholarships to the youth of the community with up to 95% of the cost being subsidized by NOW. The mission of the organization is to provide all children, regardless of financial resources, equal opportunities to achieve & maintain youth wellness, beginning at an early age.
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obits pg 6 10-27-22
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THOMPSON — Judith (Judy) Anne Thebado, 64, of Thompson, died Oct. 14, 2022, at the home she shared with her brother, Jeff.
Over the last 10 years or so, Judy was plagued with many medical issues, and she fought them all with courage and grace. God saw just how much she was suffering and took her into His arms and brought her to her eternal home.
Judy was the middle child; the middle ‘J’. It was always ‘JanJoanJudyJeffJerry’! She was born in Boulder, Colo., on March 29, 1958, to the late James H. Thebado (who passed away in 2016) and Jeanne E. (Sward) Thebado (who passed away in 2005).
Judy graduated in 1976 from Springfield High School in Springfield, Minn. She continued on to get her associate’s degree from the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, Minn.
After college, Judy moved to Minneapolis and worked at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport while attending school to become a travel agent. She found her passion for working with people and sending them on wonderful adventures. Judy had her own adventures as well, Utah during her January break in college, Greece, Hawaii, Rome, and Mexico were some of her highlights.
Judy loved the ocean, the mountains, snow skiing, ceramics. But most of all, she loved spending time with her family. We were blessed to have a family reunion at Judy and Jeff’s on Sept. 24, 2022, and she was in her glory. Judy was so happy that all four of her adored great-nieces and great-nephews were there, along with her niece and her nephews.
Judy had a deep faith and believed she would be reunited with her parents, grandparents, friends and relatives one day. She was a communicant of St. Mary’s Parish in Putnam.
She leaves by her sisters, Jan Beltis, of Pembroke, Mass., Joanie Beltis (Rick) of Dedham, Mass.; her brothers, Jeff Thebado, of Thompson, Jerry Thebado (his husband, Scott Smith), of Pembroke; niece, Allie Yarosh (Kris) and their children, Kellan and Shea, of Easton, Mass.; her nephews, Spencer Beltis (Molly) and their children, Zoie and Jackson, of Pembroke; Drew Beltis (partner, Brandon) of Brewster, Mass.; and, Garrett Beltis (husband Kayle Walls) of Stamford; cousin, Malinda Conley and her daughter, Kalena Conley of Highlands Ranch, Colo.; her godmother, Joanne Schwappach, of Denver; her great-aunt Shirley Mulig of Ohio; her second family, Jeanne and Jim McManus of Minnesota.
A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 1 p.m. Nov. 5 at St. Mary Church of the Visitation, Putnam. A private burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Donations: The Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Pl., West Brookline, MA 02445-7226; or to Hospice & Palliative Care of NECT, 32 South Main St., Putnam, CT. 06260. Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam.
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calendar pg 6 10-27-22
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Wed. Oct. 26
Author’s Night
PUTNAM --- The Woman’s Board of Day Kimball Hospital will present Author’s Night at 6 p.m. at Tyrone Farm in Pomfret. $35. Reservations required: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Art Exhibit/Sale
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center, Day Road, will present “Nature’s Colors – Art by Judy Doyle” exhibition and sale through Nov. 10.
Thur. Oct. 27
Pumpkin Decorating
WOODSTOCK --- The Senexet Grange will host a Community Pumpkin Decorating contest from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the grange on Rt. 169. $1 entry fee and first place wins cash prize. Go to Senexet Grange’s FB page for more info. There are three categories: Up to grade 4, Grades 5-8 and high school and adult.
Fri. Oct. 28
Blood Drive
PUTNAM --- Day Kimball will host a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Field conference rooms 1, 2 and 3. Donation by appointment: www.ribc.org/drives (sponsor code 3844).
Sat. Oct. 29
Trick or Treat
PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam Recreation Department will hold its annual downtown Trick or Treat Street from 2 to 3:30 p.m. from Riverfront shopping plaza through downtown.
Drug Take Back Day
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Police Department, Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center and the Drug Enforcement Administration will be holding a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Farmer Marketplace Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. Drive-thru.
Sat. Nov. 5
Fall Fling
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Education Foundation will hold its Fall Fling fund-raiser from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Mansion at Bald Hill. Tickets: woodstockeducationfoundation.org.
Bobcat Program
POMFRET --- Paul Colburn, a master wildlife conservationist, will speak about bobcats at 2 p.m. at The Connecticut Audubon Society (CAS) Center at Pomfret on Day Road. $5 for CAS members; $10 for nonmembers and no charge for children 12 and younger. 860-928-4948.
Writers Series
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Library Author Series continues this fall at the Putnam Public Library. From 1 to 2:30 p.m. debut novelist Susanne Davis, from northeast Connecticut, will be the Author Series’ featured reader. The Putnam Library Author Series will continue in April and May, 2023. Open to all.
Holly Fair
E. WOODSTOCK --- The East Woodstock Congregational Church will hold its annual Holly Fair starting at 10 a.m.
Thur. Nov. 10
Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- The American Legion Post 13 will hold its Veterans Tribute & Guest Bartending Night from 5 to 9 p.m. at Marley’s Pub at the Black Dog Bar & Grille. Benefits the legion’s youth programs and veterans.
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.
Yuletide Festival
PUTNAM --- The Daughters of Isabella Yuletide Festival will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St. Mary Church Hall. 860-928-5014.
Toy Collection
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Volunteer Fire Association will hold its 17th annual Toy collection from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the firehouse on Rt. 169 and at the Community Fire company on Riverside Drive in Thompson.
Dueling Pianos
THOMPSON --- Foxwoods Resort Casino will present Dueling Pianos at 7 p.m. at the Raceway Restaurant & Banquet Hall. Benefits Day Kimball Healthcare At Home. daykimball.org/pianos.
Sun. Nov. 13
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Music at the Meeting House concert series at Chepachet Baptist Church on Rt. 44 will present “75th anniversary of the end of WWII Commemoration” at 2:30 p.m. No charge but a freewill donation would be appreciated. Refreshments. www.chepachetbaptist.org.
Thur. Nov. 24
Thanksgiving Dinner
PUTNAM --- The 9th annual Free Thanksgiving Dinner will be offered for those less fortunate from noon to 2 p.m. at the Putnam Elks Club on Emond Street. Donations welcome. RSVP by Nov. 17:860-928-3901 between 3 and 8 p.m.
Fri. Nov. 25
Santa’s Coming
PUTNAM --- Santa will light up Putnam at 4 p.m. at the Big Ornament at Rotary Park. WINY Radio will have a live broadcast and will supply the hot chocolate.
Wed. Nov. 30
Blood Drive
PUTNAM --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center. 1-800-RED CROSS.
Sun. Dec. 4
Dazzle Light Parade
PUTNAM --- The Dazzle Light Parade will kick off at 5 p.m. from Grove Street and wind its way through downtown.
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Music at the Meeting House concert series at Chepachet Baptist Church on Rt. 44 will present “An American Christmas” at 2:30 p.m. No charge but a freewill donation would be appreciated. Refreshments. www.chepachetbaptist.org.
Sat. Dec. 10
Bazaar
THOMPSON --- Thompson Recreation will present the Snowflake Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the TMHS Auditorium. Admission is a nonperishable for TEEG’s Food Pantry.
Holiday Bazaar
PUTNAM --- The Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center will hold a Holiday Bazaar from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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