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Above: Ghosttown. Right: Storm at Pismo Beach. Photos by Steve Veilleux
PUTNAM — An Art Exhibit and Opening Reception featuring the works of photographer Steve Veilleux will be held, starting July 1, at The Corridor Gallery in the Putnam Municipal Complex.
The show, titled “A Cacophony of Greys,” runs until Sept. 30. It features a series of black and white and monotone photographs based on a poem of the same name. The Opening Reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. July 13 with free refreshments and a chance to speak with the artist.
The show and the Opening Reception, sponsored by the Putnam Arts Council, are free and open to the public. For hours and more information please visit PutnamCtArtsCouncil.com.
Viewers are encouraged to interpret what a “cacophony of greys” means, to recognize that in the absence of color, the ear should examine what it hears in the context of the image. For Steve, “The sound of silence is the constant chirp of cicada, as I have endured tinnitus for these past several years. Listening to the sound of images within the constant background has provided a new and stimulating perspective on my surroundings.” He is a 10-year resident of North Grosvenordale where he is an active writer, photographer and artificer. He has been involved First Fridays, Fire and Ice, Fairy Door and Garden exhibits, and served briefly on the Board of Directors for the Empty Spaces Gallery. His photography has been exhibited at the Silver Circle Gallery (Natural Rhythms Exhibit solo show) and in Thompson (Portrait of an Artist). He can be seen regularly at local Poetry venues, and was recently featured at the Rose Room, in Webster, reading from his book, Event Horizons. He is a regular reader at the Packing House, (EC-CHAP monthly Talent Showcase), and is part of a group organizing a Spoken Word program under EC-CHAP, contributing again to the spread of the Arts in the area.
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Left photo, from the left: Richard Linnon, Michael Rocchetti, Michael Vassar. Above, from left: Christopher Steinbrick, Tina Lajoie, Charles Mackenzie, Pierre Desilets, Robert Garceau, Frank Tremont, Michael Rocchetti. Courtesy photo.
PUTNAM — The Mayotte-Viens Post 13 American Legion of Putnam recently held its Awards Banquet and installation ceremony for the incoming slate of officers.
Frank Tremont received Post 13’s Legionnaire of the Year Award. The Putnam Rotary Club’s Missy Meyers received a Community Service Award. Ron Coderre received the American Legion’s Bronze Service Medal. Curt Prochowski received an Americanism Award. Barbara Smith was presented with a flag display case. Also recognized were scholarship recipients Emily St Martin and Gwen Weiker.
The Master of Ceremonies was Past Commander Ronald Coderre and the ceremony was presided over by Richard Linnon, the State Commander, and his Sergeant-at-Arms William Gibbs. Other dignitaries included John Barry, the commander of American Legion District 4. Outgoing Post 13 Commander Michael Vassar passed the gavel to the new incoming Post 13 Commander Michael Rocchetti whose focus will be comradeship, mutual support, and community service.
The new officers sworn in include: Post Commander Michael Rocchetti, Senior Vice Commander Christopher Steinbrick, Junior Vice Commander Tina Lajoie, Finance Officer Charles Mackenzie, Historian Robert Garceau, Chaplain Pierre Desilets, and Sergeant-at-Arms Frank Tremont.
The American Legion is the nation’s largest veteran’s organization. Founded in 1919, it stands on four pillars - veteran’s affairs & rehabilitation, national security, Americanism, and children & youth programs. The Mayotte-Viens Post 13 has been active in Putnam since 1919.
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Town of Putnam
Zoning Board of Appeals
Legal Notice
The Town of Putnam Zoning Board of Appeals held a hybrid meeting on June 20, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. on the second floor, Room 201, of the Municipal Complex located at 200 School Street, Putnam, CT. The following action was taken:
Appeal # 2023-002 Matt Brazeau request for a front yard variance from the required 20 feet down to 3 feet for the placement of a sign. Property located at 80 Front Street, Town Assessors Map 015, Lot 028, Zoned Highway Commercial. APPROVED
Joseph Nash, Chairman.
June 29, 2023
Legal Notice
TOWN OF PUTNAM
PUTNAM SPECIAL SERVICES
WEST PUTNAM DISTRICT
EAST PUTNAM FIRE DISTRICT
COLLECTOR OF REVENUE
(860) 963-6800 Extension 804
The first installment of taxes, due to the Town of Putnam, Special Service District, East Putnam Fire District and West Putnam District on the Grand List of October 1, 2022, is due and payable on July 1, 2023, through August 1, 2023.
TO AVOID INTEREST CHARGES, MAIL MUST
BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN AUGUST 1, 2023
Payments made after the last day to pay without penalty will be subject to an interest charge of 3% (1.5% per month) or $2.00 minimum per Town and $2.00 per Special Service District, East Putnam Fire District and West Putnam District (where applicable), whichever is higher, according to Connecticut State Statute, Sec. 12-146.
Online payments can be made at the Town of Putnam website - www.putnamct.us after July 1, 2023.
We are now located at 200 School Street at the new Municipal Complex. For your convenience, feel free to use our drop box option located outside the Putnam Town Hall on the left hand side of the building.
Town Hall Office Hours
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday
8 a.m. through 6 p.m. Thursday
8 a.m. through 1 p.m. Friday
Tax Office Window closes 15 minutes prior to Town Hall daily closure.
The Town Hall Offices will be closed July 4, 2023.
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Executive Committee
The 2023-2024 PBA Executive Committee consists of: President Tom Borner (Northeast Law Center, Vice-President Kate Cerrone (Northeast Law Center), Treasurer Dawn Pratt (Centreville Bank), Secretary Lynn Converse (ReMax Bell Park), Business Coordinator Jennifer Lehto (Kazantzis Real Estate). Directors: Gary Osbrey (WINY), Dick Loomis (The Loomis Team, LLC), Matt Desaulnier (Gerardi Insurance Services), Sheila Frost (The Courthouse Bar & Grille), Jennifer Brytowski (Jennerate), James St. Jean (Chase Graphics), Jay Verraneault (NorthStar Home Loans, LLC), Patrick O’Brien (The O’Brien Group, Financial Advisors).
PUTNAM — The Putnam Business Association, in its 15th year, has a full agenda of fun planned for the rest of the year.
The 2023 event season is in full swing with new events replacing First Fridays. The first in the series of Summer Saturdays was June 3 and was a great success! Thousands enjoyed International Day: Italian Festival featuring Italian food and beverages, a Tarantella line, photo opportunities, live music, living statues and much more.
Superhero Saturday is the second in the Summer Saturdays series and will be held from 1- a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 5. For details: www.discoverputnam.com/events
The PBA Pluck-A-Duck Raffle Event and Extravaganza is a fun event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 20 in Rotary Park. The Raffle Event joins forces with the Town of Putnam’s Main Street Car Cruise that day, when attendees will enjoy viewing more than 1,000 classic cars, live music & more, including the Kids Corner in Rotary Park, where Bounce Houses, Photo Booth, Arts & Crafts Tent, and Celebrity Dunk Tank await kids of all ages. For info: Discover Putnam - EVENT: PBA Rubber Duck Race
Other popular events for 2023 include: Savor the Flavor, The Great Pumpkin Festival, Turkey Drive, Zombie Fashion Show and Santa Saturdays.
Businesses of all sizes are welcome to join the PBA membership for support, networking and volunteer opportunities. Please visit www.discoverputnam.com and www.putnambusiness.org for more information. Inquiries can be directed to Jennifer Lehto at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Putnam Business Association is proud to be in its 15th year of supporting local business. Established in 2009 by a group of small business owners, the organization has developed into a group of more than 200 businesses that boast monthly meetings, committees, events and networking. The Putnam Business Association is proud to work closely with the Town of Putnam and the Putnam Police Department. With these collaborative efforts, events are held for both local participation and to draw tourism into Putnam.
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