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'Mary Poppins'
The Bradley Playhouse will present “Mary Poppins” starting Aug. 5. Back row: Greg Brock (Mr. Banks) and Alison Wiza (Mrs. Banks) Front, left to right: Johann Vennink (Michael Banks), Isabella Sorentino (Jane Banks). Photo by Christopher Atwood.
'Mary Poppins'
starts Aug. 5
PUTNAM — It’s summer – the days are warm and the children are out of school. If you need some excitement in your life, The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse on Front Street presents its blockbuster summer musical, “Mary Poppins” on Aug. 5 and running for three weekends.
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 7, 14 and 21. Tickets are $23 for adults and $20 for seniors and students.
Reservations may be made with a major credit card online at www.thebradleyplayhouse.org or by calling 860-928-7887. Tickets may be purchased at the theater box office, either before the performance or at the door.
The TNECT production is directed by Kathleen Atwood and Scott Guerin. Diane Pollard is the music director and Keri Danner is the choreographer. All your favorites are there – Mary Poppins is played by Tonya Brock and Joey Almonte appears as Bert. Mr. and Mrs. Banks are Greg Brock and Alison Wiza. Isabella Sorentino appears as Jane Banks and Johann Vennink plays Michael Banks. Jo-Ann Gallo is cast as the housekeeper, Mrs. Brill, and The Bird Woman.
This is the Broadway Musical version of Mary Poppins, based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film. Original music and lyrics are by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and the book is by Julian Fellows. New songs and additional music and lyrics are by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. It was co-created by Cameron Mackintosh.
All the songs you remember from the Disney film are there: Jolly Holiday, A Spoonful of Sugar, Feed the Birds, Chim Chim Cher-ee and more. You’ll be singing them for days afterwards.
The Banks family lives in a big house on Cherry Lane in London, but all is not well behind closed doors. Jane and Michael are out of control and another nanny has left. The children have their idea about the perfect nanny, but Mr. Banks wants someone strict who will straighten out his children. Mysteriously a “practically perfect” nanny named Mary Poppins appears and is an answer to all their prayers, but in a most peculiar way. With patience, kindness and a little bit of magic, Mary and her friend Bert help the family set things right – maybe more right than they’d ever been before.
Come and see why The Bradley Playhouse received Yankee Magazine’s 2016 Editor’s Choice Award for the best community theatre in New England.
Honored
Post #13 ‘Legionnaire of the Year’ Alan Joslin, left, is congratulated by Post commander Ronald P. Coderre on the announcement of his award. (Photo by Cosmo Quercia)
Joslin honored
as Legionnaire
of the Year
Special to the Putnam Town Crier
U.S. Navy veteran Alan Joslin was honored July 16 as the Mayotte Viens American Legion Post #13 ‘Legionnaire of the Year.’ The ceremony took place during the Post’s annual Installation of Officers ceremony.
Joslin, a Vietnam veteran, was seriously wounded on Sept. 7, 1969, four kilometers northwest of Cat Lai, Vietnam when the jeep he was driving was ambushed and hit with small arms fire or possibly blown up by a landmine. He received multiple fracture wounds during the incident.
After being evacuated by helicopter to the 3rd Field Hospital in Saigon, he was later flown to a military hospital in Japan. He eventually completed his hospitalization at Newport Naval Hospital in Rhode Island. He spent 11 months in military hospitals. Joslin was honorably discharged in 1970. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his action in Vietnam.
Joslin, who serves as Post #13 Sr. Vice Commander, was honored for his meritorious service to the organization and community. Since becoming a member of Post #13 Joslin has served as a member of the Post’s Color Guard. He’s been instrumental in assisting the Post in increasing its membership to its current level of 131 members.
He was one of the members involved in the erection of 16 flags on the Veterans Memorial Bridge on Pomfret Street. Joslin accepted the community assignment of repairing and displaying the American Flag at Jessica Tuesday’s Restaurant in Putnam. He serves as a Post liaison to the TriTown American Legion Baseball Committee. Joslin also accepted a leadership role on behalf of the Post in the recent Veterans Stand down that was held at Quinebaug Valley Community College.
“Alan Joslin is an example of a true American and a dedicated member of our Post. He’s willing to assist with the everyday duties it takes to make our Post successful and he goes above and beyond with the numerous activities we’re involved in as a veterans organization,” said Ronald P. Coderre, Post Commander.
“I was much honored to receive this distinguished award. Quite frankly I was very surprised,” said Joslin
Joslin is retired from the State of Connecticut following 30 years of service. He and his wife Jo-Anne are the parents of two adult daughters. They live in Putnam.
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New Officers
Above American Legion Post #13 officers for 2016-2017. Left to right: Donald Steinbrick, Charlie Leach, Roger Franklin, Alan Joslin, Ron Coderre, Eric Quinn, Barney Seney, Victor Kratz, Sean Hendricks. Right: Ronald P. Coderre, center, commander of American Legion Post #13 is flanked by Sean Connolly, left, Connecticut Commissioner of Veterans Affairs and Louis Robinson,. American Legion Department of Connecticut Commander. Photos by Cosmo Guercia.
Special to the Putnam Town Crier
PUTNAM — The Mayotte Viens American Legion Post #13 of Putnam conducted its annual installation of officers for the upcoming 2016-2017 year July 17. The ceremony, attended by more than 50 legionnaires, family, friends and dignitaries, was held at the Putnam Lodge of Elks.
U.S. Air Force veteran Ronald P. Coderre was sworn in as commander by the District #4 installation team of Arthur MacLean of Thompson and John Hurchala and Perry Caldwell of Stafford Springs. This is Coderre’s second year as commander of Post #13.
“In accepting this position for another year I’m honored by the trust the membership has placed in me. Together we enjoyed a successful year last year and we’re looking forward to continuing our growth and progress this year,” said Coderre.
Last year Post #13 increased its membership by 27 percent, the third highest membership growth in Connecticut. The membership was involved in numerous projects and ceremonies in the community, including the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Bridge and placement of flags on the refurbished bridge. In addition to a scholarship that they award annually to a graduating high school senior, the Post instituted a scholarship to a veteran attending Quinebaug Valley Community College.
The members also conducted a five-week Americanism program for 5th graders at Putnam Middle School and participated in the Veterans Stand Down at QVCC. Its Color Guard participated in more than 20 local parades, dedications and ceremonies of national and state significance.
Joining Coderre on the leadership team are Alan Joslin Sr. Vice Commander; Al Cormier, Jr. Vice Commander; Roger Franklin, Adjutant; Eric Quinn, Finance Officer; Donald Steinbrick, Chaplain; Charlie Leach, Historian; Sean Hendricks, Judge Advocate; Norman “Barney” Seney, Service Officer; and Victor Kratz, Sergeant-at-Arms.
Connecticut Commissioner of Veterans Affairs Sean Connolly was the featured speaker. He was joined at the head table by Sen. Mae Flexer of the 29th Senatorial District and Louis Robinson, commander of the Department of Connecticut American Legion.
“I commend the members of the Post for the positive impact they’ve made on the community. Their work is a demonstration of the impact veterans can have on an area when they work together,” said Connolly.
Sen. Flexer thanked the Post for including her on their activities throughout the year and expressed her continued support for veterans on a legislative and personal level.
“Post #13 is one of the American Legion posts that we recognize on the State level as carrying out the mission of our organization. They are involved in every area of programming that we encourage our members to participate in,” said State Commander Robinson.
The evening included awarding a scholarship to Woodstock Academy graduate and Putnam resident Cahan Quinn. He will attend the cadet program at Norwich University in Northfield, Vt., where he plans to pursue a program that will lead to commissioning as a 2nd Lieutenant. Barney Seney was recognized for 50 years of continuous membership in American Legion.
Wed. July 27
Senior Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Senior Center will offer its Walking Club at 10:15 a.m. on the Airline Trail. Open to all area seniors. 860-928-7459
Senior Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Senior Center will present Guided Meditation at 10:30 a.m. and a free blood pressure screening. Open to all area seniors. 860-928-7459
Fun Runs
W. THOMPSON --- The long-standing 5K summer fun runs, founded originally by Bobby Mayer, takes place every Wednesday until mid-September. Combination of rough pavement and gravel roads. Free. Park and meet at the Ravenelle Rd parking lot. Runners will walk toward the starting line from the lot around 6 and the run will start promptly at 6:15. Newcomers are advised to arrive earlier to get a course description. Info: Martin This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Thur. July 28
Pomfret Seniors
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Senior Center will present Yoga at 1 p.m. Area seniors welcome. 928-7459.
Farmers Market
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Thursday Farmers Market is open from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. It runs Thursday through Oct. 27.
Nature Program
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present "Trail Wood Bird Walk" at 8 a.m. at Trail Wood on Kenyon Road. Free for members; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Pomfret Seniors
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Senior Center will offer a blood pressure clinic at 10:30 a.m. Free. Area seniors welcome. 928-7459.
Sat. July 30
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present "Crowded Fields and Borderlands" from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $7 for members; $15 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Water Safety
PUTNAM --- The Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center will present a free water safety workshop from 10 to 11:30 a.m. July 30 and from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 3 at the center off Kennedy Drive. Free childcare provided.
Concert
CANTERBURY --- The Friends of the Prudence Crandall Museum will present a Twilight Concert from 6 to 8 at the museum on routes 169 and 14. Free. Donations appreciated! http://friendsofprudencecrandallmuseum.org/
Farmers Market
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Saturday Farmers Market is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. It runs Saturdays through Oct. 29.
TLGV Program
WILLIMANTIC --- TLGV Member Program will present a private tour of the CT Eastern Railroad Museum on Bridge Street from 10 a.m. to noon. Museum fee, $7 for adults; $3 for kids 8-12; free admittance for kids under 8. RSVP 860-774-3300.
Mon. Aug. 1
Training
DAYVILLE --- United Services will host a free 8-hour Mental Health First Aid training to the community from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 2 and 4 at United Services’ Dayville Clinic on N. Main Street. Mental Health First Aid is a program that helps the public identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. Register: 860-774-2020.
Farmers Market
PUTNAM --- The NECT Farmers Market will be held from 3:30 to 6 p.m. every Monday through Oct. 24 at the Riverview Pavilion off Kennedy Drive.
Tues. Aug. 2
Senior Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Senior Center will offer Tai Chi from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Free. Donations welcome. Open to all area seniors. 860-928-7459
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.
Commission Meeting
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Commission on Aging will meet at 6 p.m. at the Ella Grasso Senior Housing community room. All welcome. Senior from Putnam living in other units or in their own homes are welcome and encouraged to attend Commission on Aging meetings.
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