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Wed. May 9
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Bird Watch for Folks with Limited Mobility” at 8 a.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for CAS members; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Artist Show
POMFRET --- The Northeast CT Art Guild is having an Artist's show through May 31 at the Vanilla Bean Café. Art is available for purchase. Free. All welcome during restaurant hours. www.NECTAG.ORG
Art Exhibit
N. GROSVENORDALE --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present Art @ the Library --- Thompson Spring Student Art Showcase through May 29. www.thompsonpubliclibrary.org
Art Exhibit
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Focus on Birds: Featuring David Stumpo & Nancy Barrett” through May 31 at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. 860-928-4948.
Thur. May 10
‘The Thugs’
POMFRET --- The Pomfret School Theater will present “The Thugs” by Adam Bock at 7 p.m. May 10 and at 8 p.m. May 11 in the Hard Auditorium on campus. Free. All welcome. www.pomfret.org.
Lecture
POMFRET --- The Pomfret School will present “Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping: What they Mean for Our World,” a lecture by Pomfret alumni Orville Schell and Adam Hochschild from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Centennial Auditorium. RSVP required. Pomfret.org/lasell.
Fri. May 11
Fund-raiser Hats
WOODSTOCK --- The Sassy Chapeau Hat Show will start with a 5:30 p.m. social hour, 6:30 show, at the Mansion at Bald Hill. It will feature hat fashions from Salmagundi of Boston modeled by young women from local high schools and civic organizations. Free appetizers, cash bar, hats for sale, guest speaker Dr. Erica Kesselman, Mistress of Ceremonies Linda Colangelo and more. Benefits the Northeast CT Women & Girls Fund, managed in partnership with the Community Foundation of Eastern CT.
History Program
CANTERBURY --- The Canterbury Historical Society will present Connecticut State Historian Walter Woodward with "Trouble In The Land Of Steady Habits: The Constitution of 1818,” following the 7 p.m. business session at the Community Room of the Town Hall. Refreshments. Free. All welcome.
Sat. May 12
Book Sale
ASHFORD --- The St. Philip the Apostle Church on Rt. 44 will hold its annual book May 12 through May 27. 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and 2 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Farm Day
PUTNAM --- Tractor Supply Company on Rt. 44 will showcase the talents of local craft makers, artisans and growers during its spring Market Day event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters and growers will display their goods for sale in tented areas in front of the Tractor Supply store.
Polish Supper
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam on Main Street will present an all-you-can-eat Polish Supper from 5 to 7 p.m. $12 for adults; $5 for kids 12 and younger. Takeout available. Proceeds shared with community charities. 860-928-4405.
Historical Collaboration
WOODSTOCK --- The Last Green Valley, Museums of Northeast Connecticut and the staff of Roseland Cottage will present a program and workshop on Marketing for Small Museums and Historic organizations from 1 to 3 p.m. at Roseland Cottage. All welcome. Registration requested: 860-774-3300.
Library Program
EASTFORD --- The Eastford Public Library will hold a Mother's Day Story & Craft at 10:30 a.m. for children 3+. Please register online at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Museum Program
CANTERBURY --- The Friends of the Prudence Crandall Museum will present “Lives & Legacies: A Symposium, The Story Outlives the Canvas” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Canterbury Community Center. $25. 860-546-7800, ext. 7.
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Bird Walk” at 8 a.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for CAS members; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Plant, Bake Sale
BROOKLYN --- The Federated Church of Christ at the intersection of routes 6 and 169 will hold a Mother’s Day Plant, Bake and Yard Sale.
Library Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Public Library will present “Mother’s Day Crafts” from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Sun. May 13
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Mother’s Day Bird Walk” at 8 a.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for CAS members; $10 for nonmembers. Mothers free. 860-928-4948.
Mom Breakfast
N. GROSVENORDALE --- The Knights of Columbus Council 2087 on Riverside Drive will hold a Mother’s Day breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. $7 per person. Moms eat free! Benefits TEEG. 860-923-2967.
Mon. May 14
Exercise Group
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Senior Exercise Group will meet from 9 to 10 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday in the Woodstock Town Hall large meeting room on the lower. Minimum fee. Local seniors welcome. Please check the town website www.woodstockCT.gov for current schedule or call 860-928-6595.
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “20 Warbler Day” from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $15 for CAS members; $30 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Tues. May 15
Seminar
LYME --- CorePlus Federal Credit Union will present a free financial seminar, “Identity theft: Who’s got Your Number?” at 1 p.m. at the Lyme/Old Lyme Senior Center. No cost. All welcome. Please register at: 860-886-0576.
Thur. May 17
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Bull Hill Bird Walk” at 8 a.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. Carpool to Bull Hill. $7 for CAS members; $12 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Library Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Public Library will present “Incredible Edible Arts & Crafts” from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Festival
WILLIMANTIC --- The Willimantic 3rd Thursday Street Fest will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Main Street. Free parking, free admittance (donations accepted), free, live entertainment!
Fri. May 18
Denim and Diamonds
PUTNAM --- The Northeastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Denim and Diamonds fund-raiser at the Connecticut National Golf Course. 860-774-8001.
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Afternoon Bird Walk” at 5 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for CAS members; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Film Screening
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present the comedy, “The Big Year,” film at 7 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. Free. 860-928-4948.
Blood Drive
PUTNAM --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Aubuchon Hardware. 1-800-RED CROSS.
Book Sale
BROOKLYN --- Our Lady of LaSalette Church will hold a book and bake sale from 5 to 8 p.m. May 18 and from 9 a.m. to noon May 19 in the church basement.
Sat. May 19
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Nature Sketchbook Journaling” from 9 a.m. to noon at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $10 for CAS members; $20 for nonmembers. Call 860-928-4948 to register and for list of materials.
Chicken BBQ
PUTNAM --- The Knights of Columbus on Providence Street will host a chicken barbecue from 5 to 7 p.m. $15. Eat in or take out. Benefits Boy Scout Troop 21 Summer Camp Fund. For tickets: Joseph’s Jewelers in Putnam, or call (860) 928-7241.
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “90 Bird Day” from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $20 for CAS members; $35 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Chicken BBQ
CANTERBURY --- The Finnish American Heritage Society's annual Chicken Barbecue will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Finnish Hall on Rt. 169. All welcome. $12. Takeout available starting at 3:30. 860-480-3648.
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon at Pomfret Center will present “Baby Birds Up Close” at 2 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $3 for CAS members; $7 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
BBQ Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- There will be a chicken barbecue from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Providence Street. $15. Eat in or take out. Benefits Boy Scout Troop 21 Summer Camp Fund. Tickets: visit Joseph’s Jewelers in Putnam, or call (860) 928-7241.
Wheels for Meals
N. GROSVENORDALE --- The 7th annual TEEG Wheels for Meals – Ride to Feed Kids, will be held today, beginning at 15 Thatcher Road. 15-, 35- and 60-mile rides. $40 registration for this fund-raiser. www.wheelsformeals-rideforkids.org
Book Sale
CANTERBURY --- The Friends of the Canterbury Public Library will present a book sale and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Room at Town Hall. http://canterburylibrary.org/
Rabies Clinic
CANTERBURY --- Pet Pals Northeast, a local animal welfare organization, is holding a low cost rabies clinic from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Canterbury Fire Station on Rt. 14. No appointment necessary. $12 cash per animal. All animals must be on a leash or in a secured carrier. If available, bring prior proof of rabies vaccination. 860-317-1720.
Sun. May 20
Book Sale
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Lions Club Craft Fair and Book Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Roseland Park. Benefits Lions’ community service activities, including vision screenings and assistance for vision problems. Free admission. https://www.facebook.com/WoodstockLions/
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The Killingly-Brooklyn Rotary Club recently donated $500 to The Arc Quinebaug Valley. Left is Rotary President Tim Kettle, presenting to Susan Desrosiers, executive director of The Arc Quinebaug Valley. Courtesy photo.
On April 6 the Putnam Lions Club and The Putnam II Leo Club held their Annual Night of Giving at The Pomfret Audubon Center in Pomfret Center. This event gives members of both clubs the opportunity to present their donation checks directly to organizations and individuals in the community who require help with funding.
The Putnam Lions Club presented a check for $300 to Judy Daviau, the Arc Quinebaug Valley’s chief operating officer, and The Putnam Leos Club presented a check for $100.
“Thank you to the Leos and the Lions Clubs of Putnam for their generous donations to our agency. The Arc Quinebaug Valley continues to grow and thrive because of the generosity of our community. Your support of our mission allows us to help people who have disabilities to lead lives of passion and purpose.” said Daviau.
This gift will help to enhance services provided by The Arc for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other life-affecting disabilities. “Both of these community clubs continue to make a difference at The Arc Quinebaug Valley and we are grateful to have their support.” said Susan Desrosiers, The Arc’s executive director.
In addition, the Killingly-Brooklyn Rotary Club donated $500 to The Arc.
In April, Tim Kettle, president of The Killingly-Brooklyn Rotary Club, presented a donation check for $500 to Susan Desrosiers.
The Killingly-Brooklyn Rotary Club has continuously shown support towards The Arc’s mission. “We are truly blessed to have such kind and generous people in our community who help to ensure our agency thrives for the individuals we serve.” said Desrosiers.
This gift will help to enhance services provided by The Arc for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other life-affecting disabilities. Vocational, residential, recreation, day and retirement services offer opportunities for people with disabilities to reach their goals and be integral members of their community.
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Tennis Roundup
Sitting atop
ECC, tied
The Woodstock Academy girls’ tennis program was tested last week and that was the goal of coach Ann Rathbone.
With a big match looming this week against Stonington — the two teams sit tied atop the Eastern Connecticut Conference Division II standings with identical 4-0 records — the Centaurs prepped last week with a tough battle against non-league foe, Northwest Catholic.
The Centaurs were able to pull out the 4-3 victory with a pair of juniors leading the way.
Morgan Bassett fell behind early, but rallied for the 0-6, 7-6 (7-2 tiebreaker), 6-4 victory over Elizabeth O’Neil.
“She played phenomenal tennis after losing first set,” Rathbone said. “It was the best match of the day and best I have seen anyone on the team play this year- just sheer guts and determination.”
Mari Ruggeri also had to step up after Clara Siegmund lost a tough match at No. 1 singles. Ruggeri countered with a 6-3,6-3 win over Lauren Mogelnicki to even the match up.
The two teams split the remainder of the way with Mackenzie Eaton and Codi Staveski winning at No. 1 singles while Rachel Holden and Hannah Darigan fell in a three-set marathon at No. 2 doubles to Kelci Goodison and Isabella Krocheski.
That left it up to the No. 3 doubles.
Sam Sheldon and Caitlin Sroczenski pulled out the win for both themselves and the team by a 7-5, 6-3 score over Olivia Chappano and Taylor Griffith.
“It was our biggest win of the season,” Rathbone said. “It was a big one along with two victories against Waterford. Northwest Catholic is a strong program and we lost to them at the end of last year, so I knew it would be a close one.”
The Centaurs had it a little easier at the end of the week when they downed Bacon Academy, 7-0, in Colchester to raise their overall record to 8-2.
Rathbone took advantage of the opportunity to rest her seniors and give her underclassmen a chance to shine.
“I sat all the starting seniors to give the underclass girls a chance to gain some more match experience. We had two juniors and two sophomores playing singles, which only will benefit us in the future,” the Woodstock Academy coach said.
Sroczenski, in her second singles appearance of the season, and Holden in her first, both prevailed in the match determined by pro sets.
Boys’ Tennis
While the girls are rocking for the Centaurs, the boys are rolling, just not always in the right direction.
The Centaurs saw two of their top singles players, Will Gajewski and Riley Douglas felled by illness prior to a match week.
It was reflected on the court.
The team had to make some adjustments in the lineup with doubles partners split up and some having to play singles.
The host team, New London, took advantage and scored a 6-1 win.
“That is a first for the boys I believe,” Rathbone said of the loss to the Whalers. “Just when we think the boys are totally on board, something seems to knock them off kilter. It was tough to lose two of top four players, but it has to be next guy up and obviously we were not prepared to do that. We have to instill that into each and every player daily from now on.”
The Centaurs didn’t pack it in.
May 3 they finished the week with a 4-3 win over Bacon Academy at home to get just above the .500 mark at 5-4.
“I preached to one of my captains, Fabian Meiser, that the team could redeem itself from losing to New London by beating Bacon. He obviously got my message as he was the one who went three sets and was down 2-4 in the third before rallying to win. He kicked it up a notch to secure the team win,” Rathbone said.
Marc Allard
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PSA Helpers
Students from Putnam Science Academy dedicated time to help out the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary’s “Thank You” card project. The students wrote 491 thank you cards that were distributed to veterans in VA hospitals in Connecticut along with the Westview Healthcare Center in Dayville during the Post and Auxiliary Veteran’s Day Program. The school has also participated in the VFW’s Voice of Democracy scholarship contest in 2017-2018. Courtesy photo
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Clippers pull
off upset
By Shawn Bates
May 4 the Putnam Clippers (5-5) pulled off an upset to get them three games closer to the state tournament with a win against Griswold. The score was 12-11.
Scott Davagian got the win on the hill.
The Wolverines had a 7-3 lead going into the fifth when the wheels fell off. Putnam scored five runs on only two hits. Putnam took a 8-7 lead.
The Wolverines responded with scoring 4 of their own runs with two hits and two walks.
The 6th inning the Clipper bats came alive against Derek Taylor to take a 12-11 heading into the seventh.
The Clippers face Killingly and Woodstock Academy, then Parish Hill at Dodd stadium and back at home on Thursday against the struggling Tourtellotte team.