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Book launched
More than 100 friends and family of Patrick Wood, who died in 2006, listened to a reading from his story at a book launch reception in June. The premier presentation of Back from Suicide was held at the Parsons Lodge at Pomfret School, where Patrick won a full tuition scholarship in 1997. Back from Suicide, by his mother Lisette Rimer, reveals the suicidal mind through Patrick’s depression and the difficulty of coming out. For more information, go to: www.backfromsuicide.com.
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Top: Interact co-presidents, Sofia Thurber, left, and June Ferraro. Above, from left: Rotary President Doug Porter Anthony Beaudreault, Isabel D’Alleva-Bochain, both from Woodstock Academy (and both are going to the World Affairs Seminar), and Madison Thomas from Putnam High and Rotarian Jay Wade. Not pictured. Ava Tucker, Tourtellotte (going to World Affairs Seminar) and Caitlyn L’Heureux from Tourtellotte. Courtesy photo.
Quiet Cornerleaders --- already
By Linda Lemmon
Town Crier Editor
PUTNAM — To say that today’s youth in the Quiet Corner are bursting with energy and promise would be an understatement.
The Putnam Rotary Club takes part in the Rotary district’s Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program. Sophomores attend a special program at Springfield College and develop leadership qualities and good citizenship.
They learn in teams and each team selects one student to take part in the World Affairs Seminar in 2025 in Wisconsin.
The Putnam Rotary Club sent five students in June and three of those students were elected to attend the World Affairs Seminar. Rotarian Jay Wade, who leads the program for the club, said having three students from one club go to the Worlds has never happened before.
“It just shows the caliber of the students here,” he said. Attending the Worlds are: Anthony Beaudreault and Isabel D’Alleva-Bochain, both from Woodstock Academy, and Ava Tucker from Tourtellotte Memorial High School.
Madison Thomas from Putnam High School and Caitlyn L’Heureux from Tourtellotte rounded out the five attendees of RYLA’s Springfield program. Beaudreault, D’Alleva-Bochain and Thomas described their experiences in Springfield at a recent Rotary meeting.
On the Putnam Rotary Club’s Interact Club side, the new co-presidents spoke to the Rotary Club and described the year they have planned. Sofia Thurber and June Ferraro summarized the very busy year they have planned: “We aim to raise awareness for children with disabilities, special needs, and childhood cancer. We’ll collaborate with St. Jude’s and Boston Children’s Hospital to organize events, providing outdoor activities for those able to leave the hospital and kits for those who cannot. During holidays, we’ll create cards for the kids. Additionally, we’ll volunteer at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp and raise funds for Make-A-Wish through walking events and school fund-raisers. We’ll wear specific colors to raise awareness and participate in the Special Olympics in March, as well as support Camp Quinebaug by joining the turkey dip. We will also be continuing our journey with TEEG.”
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Wed. July 17
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library, in their Art @ the Library series, are presenting mimiJ Pottery by Rachael Johnston in the display case through July 30. 860-923-9779.
Fund-raiser
WOODSTOCK --- In celebration of the anniversary of Helicopter Cat Dad Beer release, Taylor Brooke Brewery, Rt. 171, is hosting a social evening from 5 to 8 to benefit Paws Cat Shelter. A basket drawing and photo booth will add to the fun. Beer and wine available for purchase. Paws Cat Shelter is a non-profit, all volunteer organization caring for the cats of our communities. For more info or how you can donate, contact Paws at 860-315-1228.
Peace of Mind
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library will present a seminar “Peace of Mind” from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. presented by Gilman Funeral Home and Crematory. To be discussed: Cremation and burials, traditional funerals, veteran benefits, payment plans and pre-arrangements.
Sat. July 20
Recreation Program
POMFRET --- “Trail Ride at the Park with Quiet Corner NEMBA” at Pomfret Recreation Park. Check in at Pavilion before breaking off into groups led by Quiet Corner NEMBA members. There will be 10-12 people per NEMBA Trail Leader. This is for ages 12 and up. Lunch will be sold after the ride. The fee is $10 per person / $15 for a family. Preregistration only! Info/registration: www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Sun . July 21
Service
PUTNAM --- Cargill Council 64, Knights of Columbus, is holding a short memorial service, to commemorate the Catholic fraternal group’s 132nd anniversary at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cemetery on Providence Street. Public invited.
Fri. July 26
Concert
WOODSTOCK --- Roseland Cottage’s Twilight Lawn Concert at 6:30 p.m. will present the Flamingos, an all-female swing band. Rain date Aug. 2. Grace Gourmet Food truck will be on site. Bring a pink flamingo or just dress in pink! Join us on the grounds of Roseland Cottage as we flock the Pink House! Anyone with a flamingo or dressed in predominantly pink clothes will be entered in a special drawing—must be present to win. Cosponsored by Historic New England and Woodstock Recreation. All concerts are free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket and picnic supper and continue the tradition begun by Henry Bowen, the builder of Roseland Cottage.
Wed. July 31
Movie Night
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library will present Movie Night free at 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. It’s a new movie starring Mark Wahlberg (call 860-963-6826 for details”. No food allowed. Only covered beverages.
Thur. Aug. 8
Preserve Harvest
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library and the Tri Gable Lea Farm will present “Master the Art of Preserving Your Harvest” from 6 to 7:30 Agricultural educator Mark Gostkiewicz will present info about pickling, canning, freezing and drying. Attendees will receive take-away recipes and links to additional online resources. Register: 860-963-6826.
Fri. Aug. 9
Concert
WOODSTOCK --- Roseland Cottage’s Twilight Lawn Concert at 6:30 p.m. will present The Triple Double with folky, mellow sounds to covers of popular hits from the ‘60s to the ‘90s, plus original songs. Rain date Aug. 11. Cosponsored by Historic New England and Woodstock Recreation. All concerts are free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket and picnic supper and continue the tradition begun by Henry Bowen, the builder of Roseland Cottage.
Sun. Aug. 11
Pluck-a-Duck
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present Pluck-a-Duck Aug. 11 and 12. This year there will be a Kid Corner from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 11 in Rotary Park. It will share space with the town's annual Main Street Car Cruise. The next day the ducks will be plucked.
Car Cruise
PUTNAM --- The town's annual Main Street Car Cruise, featuring some 1700 cars, will be held around downtown Putnam and Rotary Park.
Thur. Aug. 15
History Program
THOMPSON ---The Thompson Historical Society and the Thompson Public Library will present “Baseball, basketball and Football – Youth Sports in Thompson” at 6 p.m. at the library. Free.
Sat. Aug. 17
Birthday
POMFRET --- Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp is having a Birthday Party to celebrate 70 years of camp from noon to 5 p.m. noon to 1:30 BBQ lunch, Recognition Awards and Dessert. 3 to 5 p.m. program areas will be open to those who register to participate.. Hay wagon rides and walking tours, explore our trails, check out the first phase of dam repairs or enjoy a view of the pond from the porch. Bring your fishing rod (catch and release) or sketch pads and supplies for the plein-air art session. Preregistration required by July 30 via our website (4hcampct.org) or by calling 860-974-3379 for questions or to pay by check.
Sat. Oct. 15
Recreation Program
POMFRET --- “Make Your Own Hand Knit Cozy Pumpkin” will be held at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community Center. Learn the basic of arm knitting and make your own cozy pumpkin(s). $45 per pumpkin. All supplies included! Limited spots available. Sign up now on Facebook at Sovanny’s Comfort Boutique.
Thur. Nov. 21
History Program
THOMPSON ---The Thompson Historical Society and the Thompson Public Library will present “Lafayette Story and Thompson Lore About the Man of Two Countries” at 6 p.m. at the library. Free.
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Glenda K. Risinger-Champagne
POMFRET CENTER — Glenda K. Risinger-Champagne, 73, of Pomfret, died June 26, 2024, at Mansfield Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of Carl M. Champagne for more than 48 years.
Born in 1951 in Seagoville, Texas, she was the daughter of the late J.S. and Dorothy (Cooper) Risinger. She graduated from Seagoville High School, where she was captain of the Drill Team, and attended the University of Texas where she was a music major with a voice concentration. She received her bachelor’s in general studies from UConn and completed graduate coursework in Guided Imagery and Music at Temple University.
Mrs. Risinger-Champagne worked for many years as a flight attendant for Eastern Airlines and enjoyed traveling the world. Glenda also enjoyed singing and playing the piano, exploring indigenous cultures, and cooking for her family and friends. Before her MS became limiting, she was involved with Learning in Retirement at QVCC.
She leaves her husband, Carl M. Champagne; her daughter, Emily M. Champagne of Putnam; her son, Spencer W. Champagne, daughter-in-law, Shino, and grandson, Kai, of Lexington, Mass.; and her brother, C. David Risinger of Seagoville.
Visitation is from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 27, in the Gilman Funeral Home and Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260, followed by a funeral service in the funeral home at noon, officiated by the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Chapman.
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