Bragdon pg 3 2-13-14
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Bragdon promoted
PUTNAM — Tammy Bragdon was recently promoted to branch manager of the Price Chopper office of Putnam Bank. She joined Putnam Bank as an assistant branch manager in 2010 bringing more than 19 years of Community Banking experience.
“We are pleased to promote Ms. Bragdon to the position of branch manager and bank officer,” said Thomas A. Borner, president and CEO of the bank. “She exemplifies the best of community banking; and it is rewarding to be able to promote from within as the staff develops and grows along with the bank,” added Borner.
She earned her associate’s degree in business science from Beal College in Bangor, Maine, and graduated from Connecticut School of Finance and Management in 2009. She is an experienced licensed Life Insurance agent through Vantis Life. Bragdon’s community involvement includes American Cancer Society Relay For Life, Hospice and Palliative Care of NE Connecticut and other Putnam Bank-sponsored events.
Grenier pg 3 2-13-14
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Grenier joins
Putnam Bank
PUTNAM — Paul Grenier joined the staff of Putnam Bank in December as Business Development and Security Officer at Putnam Bank. With more than 30 years of local community banking experience, Grenier will oversee the security administration of the bank’s eight offices. In the business development position, he will be looking to attract and build new business in loans and deposits throughout the bank’s market area.
“We are very pleased to welcome Mr. Grenier to Putnam Bank,” said Thomas A. Borner, president and CEO of the bank. “His extensive background in local community banking makes him a valued addition to the Putnam Bank family,” added Borner.
Calendar pg 4 2-13-14
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Wed. Feb. 12
Art Exhibit
PUTNAM --- The Pomfret School Art Exhibit "Lindsay Lehmann - Photography by Pomfret Students and Faculty," will run through March 18 at the Silver Circle Gallery in downtown Putnam.
'Member of Wedding"
PUTNAM --- The Complex Performing Arts Centre on Front Street will present "The Member of the Wedding" at 8 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15. 963-7170.
Fri. Feb. 14
Happy Valentine's Day!
'Fire & Ice'
PUTNAM --- The 2014 Fire & Ice Valentine's Festival will be held Feb. 14 and 15 in downtown Putnam. Horse and carriage rides will be available from 4 to 8 p.m. both days. There will be ice sculptures and many specials. Contact Victoria Station Cafe for tickets.
Fund-raiser Dance
PUTNAM --- A Valentine's Day Dinner Dance will be held, starting at 6 p.m., at the VFW Post to benefit the Benjamin Kondysar Jr. Burial Fund. $10. 928-3785 or purchase at the door.
Sat. Feb. 15
Camper Day
POMFRET --- The Windham Tolland 4-H Camp on Taft Pond Road will hold Camper Game Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day is for prospective campers and returning campers, ages 6-12. Lunch and snack provided with games, crafts and more. Bring outdoor gear and a sled if there is snow on the ground. Admission is $15/child. Call 860-974-3379 to register or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tag, Bake Sale
ABINGTON --- The Abington Congregational Church will hold a tag-bake sale from 9 a.m. to noon at the church on Rt. 97. Snow date Feb. 22.
Cookie Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- The Empty Spaces Project on Main Street will hold a Melt Your Heart Cookie Decorating Fund-raiser from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the Fire & Ice Festival.
Sliding Day
CANTERBURY --- Finnish Laskianen Sliding Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Finnish Hall, FAHS, on Rt. 169. Sledding and antique sled display. Pea soup luncheon for $4.
Sun. Feb. 16
Nature Program
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret will present "Full Moon Walk" at 7 p.m. at the Trail Wood Sanctuary on Kenyon Road. Free for members; $3 for nonmembers. 928-4948.
Fishing Derby
THOMPSON --- The annual Bousquet's Appliance Ice Fishing Derby will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Valley Springs Sportsman's Club. Benefits Northeast Placement Services. $50. Sign up by Feb. 13. 774-5821.
Gala
PUTNAM --- A celebration of the restoration and repair of the Bradley Playhouse will take place at 2 p.m. with the unveiling of the newly renovated theater. Tickets are available for the event by calling the theater box office at 860-928-7887 ; on line at www.thebradleyplayhouse.org or will be available at the door. The office has relocated back into the theater so tickets may be purchased during weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please call 860-928-7887 for more information. All seats are $10 and seating for this event is general admission. Season tickets and flex passes may not be used for this performance.
Tues. Feb. 18
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret will present "February Bird Walk" at 1 p.m. starting at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for members; $10 for nonmembers. 928-4948.
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Menus pg 5 2-13-14
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Monday and Tuesday: No school - Winter Break
Woodstock Elementary/Middle
Wednesday: Chicken Caesar salad, fruit. Thursday: Sloppy Joes, carrot sticks, fruit. Friday: Pizza, zucchini, fruit.
Putnam Elementary/Middle
Wednesday: Crispy chicken sandwiches, carrots. Thursday: Hot dogs, baked beans, cole slaw. Friday: Grilled cheese sandwiches, chicken noodle soup, veggies with dip, Goldfish Crackers.
Putnam High
Wednesday: Baked tilapia, rice pilaf, carrots. Thursday: Baked ziti, meatsauce, roasted vegetables. Friday: Pizza, salad.
Pomfret Community
Wednesday: Chicken nuggets, green beans, applesauce. Thursday: Mr. Fox's Pizza, veggies, peach cups. Friday: Turkey grinders, veggie cups, fruit.