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Julia Roemer’s winning shot, “Happy Chicken Days” will grace the cover of the 2017 – Explore The Last Green Valley Calendar.
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The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) has announced the winners of this year’s Calendar Photo Contest from almost 50 entries. Thirteen images that celebrate life and capture the unique spirit of The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor were selected for the cover and monthly calendar pages of the 2017 - Explore The Last Green Valley Calendar.
This year’s coveted cover shot, “Happy Chicken Days” was taken in Pomfret Center by Julia Roemer.
January features snow-covered trees along the river titled, “Winter Wonderland,” captured by Virginia Chase of Killingly. Ronald Pariseau was the winner for February with “The Stable” in Pomfret. “America’s Next Top Chipmunk,” also by Julia Roemer, was the winner for March. April features “Painted Turtle” by Mike Christina from Putnam. Dorene Jette of Charlton photographed “Norwich Town Hall” for May’s winning shot.
“Bluebird in Winter” was taken by Eleanor Linkkila of Hampton and unexpectedly graces the June calendar page. “Farmer Bailing Hay” in Killingly, also by Mike Christina, was chosen for July. Linda Sulkazi won the August calendar page with her shot of “Once in a Blue Moon” taken in Pomfret.
Sarah L. Hamby captured “Hidden Gem” at the Palmer Arboretum in Woodstock for the September calendar page. Virginia Chase focused on the waterfall at Killingly’s Cat Hollow in October’s winning shot titled, “Fall at Cat Hollow.” November’s “Give Thanks” at Huntington Homestead was taken by Susan Trapp of North Stonington. And for the final photo of the year, December’s page is graced by “A Country Christmas” by Linda Sulkazi of Pomfret Center.
The 2017 – Explore The Last Green Valley Calendar is filled with interesting tidbits about the natural and cultural history of the National Heritage Corridor. The Calendar will be on sale soon for $15. Please 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.
Honored
E. HARTFORD — Danielson resident Jason Songdahl has achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average at Goodwin College for the Summer 2016 session, earning a spot on the elite President’s List.
Woodstock public schools
Monday: Chicken Caesar salad, fruit. Tuesday: French toast sticks, red potatoes, turkey sausages, fruit. Wednesday through Friday: No school - Happy Thanksgiving.
Pomfret Community
Monday: mac and cheese, peas, veggie cups, fruit. Tuesday: Roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cranberry sauce, fruit. Wednesday - 12:30 p.m. dismissal: Hamburgers or cheeseburgers, baked beans, fruit, cookies. Thursday - Friday: No school - Thanksgiving break.
Putnam Elementary/Middle
Monday - Wolf Meal: Beef burgers, sherbet. Tuesday: Shepherd's Pie. Wednesday: Putnam Special Pizza, salad with cherry tomatoes and cucumbers. Thursday - Friday: No school - Happy Thanksgiving.
Putnam High
Monday: Clipper Burgers, sherbet. Tuesday: Crispy chicken sandwiches. Wednesday - half day: Pizza slices, salad with grape tomatoes. Thursday - Friday: No school - Thanksgiving break.
Wed. Nov. 16
Art Exhibit
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present Wildlife Artist David C. Stumpo exhibit and sale through Christmas. 860-928-4948.
Trivia Night
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Recreation department will present a free trivia night at The Crossings Restaurant (patio). Registration is at 7:30 and the games run from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Donations will be accepted to the Putnam Family Resource Center Holiday Giving Appeal.
Fri Nov. 18
Support Group
PUTNAM --- Strong Body/Strong Mind Family Yoga Studio will host a Breastfeeding Support Group at 6 p.m. at The Shops at Montgomery Ward on Main Street. 860-634-0099.
Sat. Nov. 19
Holly Day Fair
UNION --- The Congregational Church of Union will hold its Holly Day Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Buckley Highway. Handicap accessible. Santa will be there for photos.
Santa Visit
CANTERBURY --- The Canterbury Historical Society will host Santa and Mrs. Merry Claus Visit from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Green District Schoolhouse on South Canterbury Road. Bring your own camera. Free. All welcome. Free cookies. Young children must be accompanied by an adult. http://www.canterburyhistorical.org/
Holiday Sale
N. GROSVENORDALE --- The Emanuel Lutheran Church on Main Street will host holiday craft and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch available.
Bake Sale
CANTERBURY --- The Friends of the Canterbury Public Library will hold a book and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the community room. Opens at 8:30 a.m. for members. www.canterburylibrary.org/
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will open its Holiday Nature Store through Dec. 21. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 19; noon to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. 860-928-4948.
Bake Sale
DANIELSON --- The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church on Water Street will present its Greek Pastry Bake Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tasting Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- Putnam - Pet Pals Northeast, a local animal welfare organization, is holding a beer and wine tasting event fund-raiser to help homeless and needy animals from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Connecticut National Golf Course. This is a 21+ event. $20. 860-317-1720.
Auction Fund-raiser
EASTFORD --- The Eastford Elementary School Annual Goods & Services Live and silent Auction will be held at the school starting with a pasta dinner at 5 ($6). There will also be a bake sale and Tea Cup Baskets is open all night. Silent Auction begins at 5:30 and life auction begins at 6:15. 860-974-1130.
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road will present its Holiday Nature Store through Dec. 21. 860-928-4948.
Mon. Nov. 21
Thanksgiving Service
PUTNAM --- The Greater Putnam Interfaith Council will be holding its annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at 7 p.m. at B'nai Shalom on Church Street Many diverse faith groups and ethnic backgrounds will be getting together to share prayers of thanks, music fellowship and refreshments. Free. All welcome. Donations of nonperishable food items or money to Daily Bread will gratefully be accepted.
Tues. Nov. 22
Blood Drive
PUTNAM --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from noon to 5 p.m. at the Putnam Elks Club on Edmond Street. 1-800-RED CROSS..
Exercise Group
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Senior Exercise Group will meet from 9 to 10 a.m. every Tuesday in the Woodstock Town Hall lower level meeting room. Free for all Woodstock senior citizens 60 and older. 860-974-1050
Thurs. Nov. 24
Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving Dinner
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam downtown will host Thanksgiving Dinner with Friends. Information and reservations required: 928-4405.
Fri. Nov. 25
Santa's Coming
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association and the town of Putnam will present Santa Comes to Town.
Camper Game Day
POMFRET --- The Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp is offering a Black Friday Camper Game Day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for children ages 6-12. Admission is $15/child. All welcome. Preregister: 860-974-1122.
Sat. Nov. 26
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center on Day Road will present “Owl Walk” at 7 p.m. $5 for CAS members; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Sun. Nov. 27
Light Parade
PUTNAM --- The Holiday Dazzle Light Parade will be held at 5 p.m. through downtown. Rain date Dec. 4.
Sat. Dec. 3
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present “Introductory Wildlife Tracing the Monitoring Hike” from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bafflin Sanctury. Registration required: 860-928-4948.
Holiday Art Show/Sale
E. WOODSTOCK --- The East Woodstock Congregational Church will present its annual Holiday Art Show and Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Coffee, tea, refreshments.
Thur. Dec. 8
Putnam Seniors
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Senior Citizens Group meets at 2 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of the month at the Putnam VFW. 860-928-0688.
Sun. Dec. 11
Concert
CHEPACHET --- The Chepachet Baptist Church on Rt. 44 will host a Christmas program, “An American Christmas,” At 2:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Free but donations accepted. Chepachetfreewill.org.
Sat. Dec. 3
Holiday Fair
BROOKLYN --- The Federated Church Brooklyn Center will hold its Sugar Plum Fair from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present its Introductory Winter Tracking Hike from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $25 for CAS members; $35 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Sun. Dec. 4
Open House
POMFRET --- The Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp Open House will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Taft Pond road. Free. Lunch with Santa is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $6 for kids up to 8; $10 for those 9 and older. Photo with Santa is $8.
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