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Cover Shot
This photo of a bee, taken by Richard Tremblay of Putnam, will be on the cover of the 2020 TLGV calendar.
TLGV photo
contest winners
The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) announces the 13 winning photos gracing its 2020 calendar. TLGV’s “Explore the Last Green Valley” calendar for 2020 features magnificent photos of The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor.
The coveted cover shot was taken by Richard C. Tremblay of Putnam and is called “Fall Collection.” The photo is a beautiful image of a honeybee hard at work collecting pollen from a hydrangea.
“I wanted to capture a photo of the bee hovering,” Tremblay said. “I pushed myself into the bush and when you enter their world and put yourself in the middle of their day without interfering with them, you’re totally accepted.”
Tremblay, a veteran who served in the Marines, began taking photos when he was serving in Vietnam. Retirement has allowed him to pursue his hobby more often. The cover photo was taken in Tremblay’s backyard, but he travels all over The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor with a camera. The photo was taken with a Canon 80D and a 100 mm macro lens.
The other winning photos are: “Eagle at Roseland Lake: Putting The Wings Out to Dry,” by Patrick M. L. Smith of Woodstock; “Thawing Waters at Bigelow Hollow,” by F. P. Cusumano of Canterbury; “Acorns in the Moss,” by Julia Roemer of Pomfret; “Fly Fishing on the Natchaug,” by Gloria Gelt of Woodstock; “Visitor From Baltimore,” by Ken Carpenter of Danielson; “Back to Breakneck,” by Sarah Hamby of Danielson; “Umbrella Boys,” by Smith; “A Peaceful Morning in Pomfret,” By Jimi Gothreau of Putnam; “Brunn Barn at Woodstock Fairgrounds,” by Gothreau; “Falling Leaves in Pomfret,” by Martin Stepalavich of Danielson; “Old Trinity Church,” by Samuel Alexander of Waterford; and “Captured in the Ice,” by Roemer.
This year, additional, smaller images were used throughout the calendar as well. The more than 65 entries were chosen by a committee through a blind review of the photos.
“We had a lot of great entries and it was a difficult decision,” said Lois Bruinooge, executive director of TLGV. “We were able to include more images by using them as smaller photos throughout the calendar.”
The calendar is on sale soon for $15. Call the TLGV Office at 860-774-3300 to order a copy. All proceeds support The Last Green Valley’s programs to protect our natural and historic resources.
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PUTNAM — Barbara Rasmussen was named Putnam Bank’s Employee of the Month for November 2019.
Rasmussen has been with the bank since September 1986, and currently serves as assistant treasurer and assistant controller.
She said, “I am surprised and honored to be chosen as the employee of the month. I am grateful to work with a great group of friends who have become family over the years.”
She is a past committee member for both Day Kimball Heathcare’s Walk & Race for NECT Cancer Fund and their D’Vine Wine Tasting events.
She has participated in the Beat Breast Cancer 5K and the Northeast Opportunities for Wellness Road Race & Walk.
She also spends time supporting the Brooklyn Elementary School along with their PTO, and the Brooklyn Recreation Department.
Rasmussen enjoys spending time with Samantha, Stephen, Nova, and Sidney.
She loves watching her grandchildren play sports, taking them on vacation, as well as watching movies and playing games with them.
She also enjoys walking, hiking, and reading in her spare time.
“Barbara has done a remarkable job over her many years at Putnam Bank. It’s my distinct pleasure to recognize her exemplary work ethic and pleasant demeanor in all that’s she has done for the bank,” said Thomas A. Borner, president and CEO of Putnam Bank.
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Bell Ringing
Rotaract members Haylee Olson, left, and Jeff Peiczarka. Photo by Roberta Rocchetti.
Helping ring
those bells
PUTNAM — Boy Scout Troop 21 and the Rotaract Club helped the Putnam Rotary Interact Club in its most recent bell ringing for the local Salvation Army kettle campaign.
Scout Master John Ryan said “Bell ringing isn’t the only way Troop 21 supports the Salvation Army. We are very involved with their Food Drive in the spring.” Rotaract Club President Emily Barnes said: “They are happy to support the Interact Club which is also sponsored by Rotary International. It’s important to note that all kettle donations collected at the Putnam stores stay local.”
Volunteers included: Haylee Olson (Rotaract), Jeff Peiczarka (Rotaract), Heather Barnes, Lucas Barnes, Emily Barnes (Rotaract), Makayla Tackson Tourtellotte High School (THS), Brayden Cutler (THS), Emma Redfield Woodstock Academy (WA), Tessa Houlihan (WA), Brynn Kusnarowis (WA),Emily Benoit Killingly High School (KHS), Guinevere Weiker Putnam High School (PHS). Cody Keene Boy Scout Troop 21 (BST21), Patty Gaffney BST21, Corarose Desrosiers, John Ryan (BST21).
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Then
The Montgomery Ward buildng was built in 1929.
& Now
This is the Montgomery Ward building in modern times.
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