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Wed. July 31
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.
Art Exhibit
PUTNAM --- “The Five Senses of Women” exhibit will run through Sept. 30 at the Corridor Gallery at the Putnam Municipal Complex. Free. It features a variety of mediums and techniques from five local artists: Lisa Andrews, Kathy Guertin, Carolyn Nadeau, Laura Moorehead, and Karen Reid. The reception will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. August 1. www.PutnamCtArtsCouncil.com for gallery hours and more information.
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 from a secret location.
Car Cruise
PUTNAM --- The town's annual Main Street Car Cruise, featuring some 1700 cars, will be held around downtown Putnam and Rotary Park.
Wed. Aug. 14
Free Film
PUTNAM --- The Friends of the Putnam Public Library will present “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the library. Free. No food. Only covered beverages.
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.
Back to School Bash
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will host a Back to School Bash from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Pomfret recreation Park. (Rain date Aug. 18). Squirt gun painting (Preregistration is required), water toss, yard games, music, run under the spray of the fire hose with Mortlake Fire Department & Pomfret Fire Department, ice cream, concessions (popcorn, candy and beverages) will be available for purchase. www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Sat. Sept. 7
Fall Festival
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will hold a Fall Festival from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Pomfret Recreation Park. Music by the Great Garage Band Reunion. Apple pie contest, kids’ pie eating contest, sack races and more. www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Sun. Sept. 8
Savor the Flavor
PUTNAM --- Savor the Flavor fund-raiser will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Wristbands are $20 with 20 participating restaurants. This year the Flavor is honey. Benefits Daily Bread. www.discoverputnam.com
Sat. Oct. 5
'Cozy Pumpkin'
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will host “Make Your Own Hand Knit Cozy Pumpkin 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 are included! Limited spots available. Sign up now on Facebook at Sovanny’s Comfort Boutique. Find the event and register!
Sat. Oct. 19
Great Pumpkin Fest
PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam and the Putnam Business Association will present the Great Pumpkin Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This community celebration of fall features The Great Pumpkin, craft and art vendors, live music, activities for the kids, and more.
Rec to Treat
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will host Rec or Treat at 4 p.m. Trunk or Treating with PCS PTO, hayride, crafts, bonfire and movie. Food and drink will be available for purchase. www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Fri. Oct. 25
Murder Mystery
POMFRET --- Murder Mystery Dinner at Grill 37. Cocktail hour starts at 6 followed by the show and buffet dinner. Dressing up is strongly encouraged. The theme will be Death of a Gangster! www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Sat. Oct. 26
Trick or Treat
PUTNAM --- The town of Putnam and the Putnam Business Association will present the Downtown Trick or Treat from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Main Street. From Riverfront Commons to Union Square, participating merchants and local groups pass out treats.
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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Lorraine H. Tremblay
POMFRET CENTER —Lorraine H. (Tercjak) Tremblay, 81, of Brook Front Ln., beloved wife of Richard E. Tremblay, died peacefully July 26, 2024, at Westview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
Born in 1942 in N. Grosvenordale, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Florence (Lamoureux) Tercjak.
Mrs. Tremblay worked for many years as a security receptionist at Staples.
Lorraine enjoyed listening to audio books, rooting on her favorite New England sports teams, and traveling throughout the country with her husband.
She leaves her devoted and loving husband of 57 years, Richard Tremblay; her son Todd Tremblay and his partner Anne Douglas of Quaddick; her daughter, Tracy Tremblay and her partner Paul Brockett of New London; her sister, Pauline Laprade (Norman) of Washington, N.H.; and a grandson. She was predeceased by her brother, Richard Tercjak.
Lorraine’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and doctors at Westview Healthcare for the exceptional care and love that they showed to Lorraine for the past six and a half years that she resided there.
The Mass of Christian Burial is at 11 a.m. Aug. 1 in St. Joseph Church, 18 Main St., N. Grosvenordale. Burial will be private. Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale.
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Legion baseball teams – What a difference a year makes
PUTNAM — The Tri-Town American Legion Baseball Team, from Putnam, Thompson and Woodstock, recently celebrated the end of its season with a banquet July 27 at American Legion Post 67, N. Grosvenordale.
And according to Michael Rocchetti, post commander of Putnam’s Post 13, the team had a lot to celebrate: “Last year, they only fielded a Senior team in Eastern CT’s Zone 6 – but this year they had enough players to field a Junior team as well. And what a difference a year makes. Last year the senior team went 3-14 while this year they went 13-9. The new Junior team went 6-18 – but played much better than their record would indicate, and they showed a lot of potential.
According to Michael Merrill, the Tri-Town Baseball Committee chariman, “The Junior team includes mostly younger players, and they were competing against teams in a larger Central CT Zone 3 that had teams with more experienced players.” Merrill added: “We are so pleased to have so many talented young players who are interested in this program. We hope they come back next year!”
The guest speaker was Adam Goss – the baseball coach at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford. He offered sage advice to the young players hoping to enter the realm of collegiate competition and beyond. He also noted that the demanding schedule of Legion Baseball, typically over 22 games in six weeks, helps prepare players for the equally demanding schedule of collegiate baseball. Afterwards, awards were presented to the coaches, volunteers, and players.
Commander Rocchetti praised the team: “There aren’t that many people who can throw, catch, and hit a baseball like these young men. They have a lot to be proud of. Baseball is such a great sport, and the lessons they learn playing baseball such as commitment, dedication, teamwork, discipline, diligence, sportsmanship and fair play, and the importance of developing your skills, will serve them well in almost any other future endeavor.”
Rocchetti also recognized the volunteer efforts of the Baseball Committee, the coaches and staff including Michael Merrill, Jason Akana, Brandon Carita, and Matt Amendola. “They are doing good work for our community, They are making a big difference in the lives of these young men. We are very proud of them and their team.” Michael Merrill also expressed gratitude for the generous support provided by the team’s many sponsors and friends in the local community – and to the parents of the players – who drove all over the state to attend games.
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19U Players
Bradley Blair, Ayden Brothers, William Bushey, Lucas Carita, Brady Devlin, Nicholas Devlin, Robert Dion, Robert Ellsworth, Brayden Hamlin, Sebastian Hanshaw (DR), Benjamin Kipp II, Tyler Koualty, Evan Mailloux (DR), Jacob Mailloux, Eric Mathewson, Riley O’Brien, Riley Sargent, Lyric Teevan (DR). Head Coach – Jason Akana, Assistant Coaches – Brandon Carita, John Merrill.
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17U Players
Ceydian Campos, Matthew Dearborn, Roan Donovan, William Ellsworth, Jeffrey Flagg, Gabriel Girard, Joseph Girard, Jax Golden, Benjamin Gustafson, Sebastian Hanshaw (DR), Evan Mailloux (DR), Hayden Maloney, Noah Pillsbury, Lyric Teevan (DR), Jacob Turner, Trevor Turner. Head Coach – Matthew Amendola, Assistant Coaches – Maxwell Racicot, Joseph Philbrick
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The following charges were listed in the Putnam Police Department logs. The people charged are innocent until proven guilty in court. The Town Crier will publish dispositions of cases at the request of the accused. The dispositions must be accompanied by the proper documentation. The Putnam Police Department confidential Tip Line is 860-963-0000.
July 25
Roland K. McFarlin, 48, Battey Street, Putnam; possession of a narcotic.
Daniel S. Baillargeon, 39, Church Street, Putnam; violation of probation, possession of narcotic, criminal possession of a firearm and violation of protective order.
Ryan MacFarland, 36, Railroad Street, Putnam; interfering with police, reckless driving, third-degree criminal m, traveling unreasonably fast, misuse of registration plates, operating without insurance, failure to obey traffic signal.
July 26
Daniel Baillargeon, 39, Church Street, Putnam; evading responsibility, operating under suspension, failure to maintain lane.
July 27
Christopher Perreault, 39, Underwood Road; disorderly conduct.
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