PSA varsity
and prep
teams have
busy stretch
PUTNAM — The Putnam Science Academy Varsity and Prep soccer teams have had a busy stretch of games, showing both resilience and competitive spirit as they take on challenging opponents.
Varsity Soccer:
Currently holding a 4-3 record, the Varsity team has faced tough competition in its recent matchups. Oct. 17, they played a hard-fought match against St. Thomas More (STM) but came up short, losing 2-1. Caio da Silva scored the lone goal for PSA, keeping the match close until the final whistle.
The Varsity team returned to the field on Oct. 18 against Woodstock, looking to bounce back. Despite a strong offensive effort, they narrowly lost 4-3. Adria Bartomeu was one of the standout performers, scoring a goal. The Varsity boys continue to battle through their season, showing grit as they look to turn their record around.
Prep Soccer:
Meanwhile, PSA’s Prep team has shown more consistency, holding a 2-2-1 record. Oct. 14, the team faced American International College and secured a dominant 4-1 victory. Pedro Rosa led the charge with two goals, while Guilherme Vieira and Tanaka Makechemu each added a goal to cap off the impressive win.
Rebecca Townes
Sports Information Director
Putnam Science Academy

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Ronald M. Downing,
QUINEBAUG — Ronald M. Downing, 87, formerly of Highland Dr. husband of Ethel P. (Landsperger) Downing, died Oct. 14, 2024, at Davis Place. His wife died Oct. 17 (her obituary follows).
He was born in 1937 in Jeannette, Penn., he was the son of the late Reginald and Clara (Lester) Downing.
Mr. Downing was a proud Navy veteran serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal.
He was united in marriage to the former Ethel P. Landsperger on March 29, 1958.
Mr. Downing worked as a boiler tender at the Groton Submarine Base and Putnam Herzl Company.
He leaves by his wife of 66 years, Ethel P. Downing; his children, Randy Downing of Ashford, Cheryl Morin (Dave) of Canterbury, and Dawn Coolidge (Steven) of Danielson; his siblings, Regina Bosch and Ken Downing; nine grandchildren, Ryan, Keena, Kelly, Amanda, Adam, Tommy, Heather, Chelsie, and Karyn; seven great-grandchildren, Shane, Cole, Chase, Abi, Kallen, Keegan, and Jayden, daughter in law, Karen Downing. He was predeceased by his son, Robert Downing, his daughter, Karen White, his brothers John and Lester Downing and his sister, Clara-Ann Downing.
Services for both are being planned for a later date. Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale.



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Ethel P. Downing
QUINEBAUG — Ethel Pearl (Landsperger) Downing, 84, formerly of Highland Drive, died Oct. 17, 2024, at Davis Place Health Care Center. She was the wife of the late Ronald Milton Downing. Born in 1939 in Ardara, Penn., she was the daughter of the late William Landsperger and Ellen Martha (Pedder) Landsperger.
Mrs. Downing worked as a grocery clerk for Finast and Stop & Shop and was a long-time congregant at Emanuel Lutheran Church in N. Grosvenordale.
Ethel loved the holidays with her extended family and sharing her renowned homemade fudge. She was a devoted grandmother to her cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren she leaves a cousin Wendy Landsperger Sutter. In addition to her son and daughter, she is predeceased by her sister, Agnes Landsperger Moss.

 

Wed.  Oct. 23
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present Kevin Olson’s “Finding Beauty in the Abstract” at the library through October.

Art Exhibit
PUTNAM --- The Putnam CT Arts Council presents “Reflections of Past and Present – the Art of Jonathan Fritz” art exhibit through December in the Corridor Gallery in the Putnam Municipal Complex. A reception will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24.

Fri.  Oct. 25
Steak Dinner
PUTNAM --- Paws Cat Shelter will host a steak dinner fund-raiser from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus on Providence Street. Eat in or take out. Benefits the Paws Cat Shelter. $30 per ticket. Tickets limited: Knights of Columbus, Paws Cat Shelter, and Joseph Jewelers, School Street, Putnam. 860-315-1228.

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. from Riverfront Commons to Union Square.

Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- Paws Cat Shelter is holding a raffle basket purr-looza from noon to 5 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus. Purchase tickets ahead: 860-759-9984. Winners must pick up their prize between 5 and 6 p.m. Oct. 26.

‘Pirates and Privateers’
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present, at 1 p.m., “Pirates and Privateers in Pomfret – The Hidden Stories of Nightingale Woods From Joseph Nightingale to the Higginbothams and Randalls.” Pre-register: 860-465 7228. Rain date: 1 p.m. Oct. 27.

Wed.  Oct. 23
Musical Program
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library and the Thompson Historical Society will present a musical program, “Ovation Guitars & the Singer/Songwriter Movement of the ‘70s” with Jim Lenn from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the library. Register: 860-963-6826.

Sat.  Nov. 2
Guided Walk
The Wyndham Land Trust is presenting a guided walk at 10 a.m. on the Elmwood Hill Ranger as part of Walktober.  860-465-7228.

Library/Audubon Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Pomfret and the Pomfret Public Library will present writer and naturalist Katherine Hauswirth, author of The Morning Light, The Lily White: Daily Dips into Nature and Spirit,” at 2 p.m. at the center on Day Road. She will discuss nature journaling and cover some history of the practice, especially in Connecticut and New England. Free. Book signing follows. Registration is appreciated but not required. 860-928-4948.

‘Them Bones’
BROOKLYN --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present, at 10 a.m., “Them Bones, Them Bones, Them Malbones: Tour of Old Trinity Church and the Burial Ground” built by Godfrey Malbone in 1771. History of the enslaved people who lived and worked his land from 1741 to 1779. A gravestone cleaning demonstration will follow for those interested in preserving colonial burial grounds and removing lichen. No dogs. Pre-register: 860-465-7228. Rain date: 1 p.m. Nov. 3.

Boot  Drive
WOODSTOCK --- The fifth annual Winter Boot Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Woodstock Trading Post on Rt. 169. Boots, socks or monetary donations will go to TEEG.

Cocoa for Coats
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Family Resource Center will hold Cocoa for Coats fund-raiser from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Putnam Farmers Market Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. Free cocoa. For a $20 donation or a new coat, you will be entered in a drawing. Make checks payable to Putnam Family Resource Center (put Cocoa for Coats in the memo line).

Sun.  Nov. 3
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Chepachet Baptist Church’s Music at the Meeting House will present the Aurea Ensemble at 2:30 p.m. in the church on Rt. 44. Refreshments follow. Free however a freewill offering will be taken. www.chepachetbaptist.org.

Sat.  Nov. 9
Library Program
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library and Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Center will present “PT and Me: How Physical Therapy can Support Women,” from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Registration limited: 860-963-6826.

Sat.  Nov. 16
Library Program
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library and Peace Islands Institute Connecticut will present “Coffee Tasting,” (Turkish coffee) from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Registration limited: 860-963-6826.

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.

Thur.  Nov. 28
Happy Thanksgiving!

Sat.  Nov. 30
Craft Fair
ASHFORD --- The St. Philip the Apostle Church will hold its Christmas Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, bake sale and soup/sandwiches/pierogies available from the kitchen. Admission is free.

Sun.  Dec. 1
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Chepachet Baptist Church’s Music at the Meeting House will present the “Holy is the Night: Christmas Carols from Southern Europe” at 2:30 p.m. in the church on Rt. 44. Refreshments follow. Free however a freewill offering will be taken. www.chepachetbaptist.org.

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