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WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA
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SCUBA SANTA
December 7th
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Members: Free
Y Child Care Program
Early Learning Center- on the Members:$10
grounds of Gaylord Hospital
Full time toddler spaces
available
Part time availability for 2, 3,
and 4 year olds.
Contact Karen Wu at 284-5920
Family Night -Wallingford Public Library Polymer Clay Turkey Pin Program
Friday, November 3rd 7:00p.m. Costello brings his background in theater to the stage in Saturday, November 8th 2:00p.m.
a one-man variety show. Join us for a stomping good time with stories, rhymes and Kids, ages 8-12, will create a cute turkey pin out of polymer clay to wear on
activities about dinosaurs. This program is for families with children ages 3 to 8 but Thanksgiving-or any time of year you want to celebrate the turkey. Wallingford residents
younger, interested siblings are welcome. Wallingford residents may register beginning may register beginning Saturday, October 25. Non-residents may register beginning
Thursday, October 23. Non-residents are welcome to call the day before the program to Friday, November 7. To register, stop by or call the library at: 284-6436. For further
see if there is space available. For further information, or to register for this program, information, or to register for this program, stop by or call the Children's Library at
stop by or call the Children's Library at 284-6436. 284-6436.
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To my beautiful sons: I was born to be your Mommy. You are the loves of
my Life! You are my greatest gifts every day, not just on my birthday. All
my love, Mommy
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Helping Hands Thrift Store Holiday Savings! The pilgrims made seven times more graves than huts
Why spend alot elsewhere when you can get more savings on winter clothing, appliances both large and …nevertheless, set aside a day of thanksgiving. --H. W.
small, electronics, housewares, vhs movies, games, books, gift items, glassware, t.v.s, furniture,toys, jewel- Westermayer
ry, cameras, collectibles, lamps, pictures, shoes, linens, knicknacks and more and help support the Chrysalis
Center for Women and Children which are victims of domestic violence at the same time!
Starting in November we will be placing many new items out for sale to give as gifts for the holidays.
The store is reducing our current inventory with great clearance prices to make room for your Christmas
items which will also include decorations and artificial Christmas trees for sale! Stop in, don't see what you
are looking for just ask as we may have it in storage.
Don't forget every Wednesday you can fill a plastic grocery bag of clothing for only $1.50 with no
limit on how many bags you can fill, this sale does not include outerwear, shoes, suits, gowns or
holiday wear sorry. We also have many name brand clothing everyday offered at our low prices and can be
included in Bag Day..
Need jeans? We have them $1.00 a pr. regular price everyday, baby clothes 25 cents each and up, winter Once you try our
coats (including some real fur coats) $5.00- $25.00! Wallets and purses 50 cents- $3.00 with some famous delicious seafood
name brand purses selling for $20.00! Couches, recliners, bureaus, hutches, bed frames and head boards,
hospital beds, freezers, refrigerators, t.v.s, baby cribs, baby playpens and other furniture all under $70.00 as dishes you will be
well as FREE odd and end furniture as available. hooked for life!
We would like to thank everyone who helped make our Halloween bake sale a success with the proceeds
donated to the Chrysalis Center and for your donations to help keep the store being able to offer great sav- CATERING NOW
ings. With the Holidays approaching donating is a wonderful way of helping others in need and is greatly
appreciated.
AVAILABLE!
The store is in need of a neon open sign if anyone has one for sale or would like to donate it please call the Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11am-9pm
store at (203) 284-0300. Our store hours are Tues, Wed., Fri. and Sat. 9a.m.- 5p.m., Thursday we are open 133 Hanover Street, Meriden 203-630-2928
till 6p.m. Starting November 9th we will be open on Sundays from 10a.m.- 3p.m. until December 21st for
all your Holiday shopping needs!
Watch for our Christmas events with a special contest for children and a special visit from Santa, details
will be announced in December. The store is located at 22 North Turnpike Road in Wallingford and is a
The Passion Play at Oberammergau
proud supporter of the Chrysalis Center. We gladly accept donations at the store or pick ups will be avail-
able again starting Nov. 23rd for furniture, appliances which are in good, clean working condition, sorry we
are not able to accept anymore clothing until further notice. Please call the store if you have any questions
at (203) 284- 0300
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AVANTI
Thankful for Animals
Lori Peck, Dedicated Volunteer
First and foremost, I am thankful for my family, friends and the People's Press who let us share our wonderful stories
with all of you. I am also extremely thankful for the unconditional love of animals and how they have helped me
through some difficult times.
I've always been an animal lover, having grown up with dogs, rabbits, fish, turtles and gerbils. When I was
Exceeding your
younger, having animals also meant learning responsibility. Feeding, grooming and cleaning up after them was part of
our everyday routine. Although at times it seemed like a lot of work, in turn we were rewarded with love and affection dining expectations for
from our wonderful pets.
As I've gotten older and raised my own family, animals have been an even bigger part of our lives. We have always less than you expect!
adopted from the Meriden Humane Society or Animal Control, except for the few strays we've taken in, but had never
thought of volunteering before.
It was after a back and neck injury almost three years ago that brought me to the M.H.S. I wasn't getting around
very well, on lots of medicine and started to get depressed. My daughter Chelsea had wanted to start volunteering with
the animals. I took her there one day and we haven't stopped going since. We were escorted to the main cat room,
where we were surrounded by felines of all personalities. I couldn't believe it! So many of them and they were so
happy to just be pet or talked to. I seemed to have forgotten about all my aches and pains, for a little while anyway.
So, I figured while my daughter started volunteering, I would go with her and sit with the cats. I can't guarantee it will
take all your aches and pains away, but it sure makes you feel better when you know that you've helped the animals
feel better.
So, at Thanksgiving I give thanks to all of you who have supported us, volunteered with us and helped to keep our
homeless pets safe and fed. Remember, we can't do it without your support. We are solely run on public donations of
food and money. The next time your shopping, won't you please pick up a few cans of dog/cat food or a bag of Cat
Chow or Pedigree. There are many, many little mouths that would be very thankful for it. As always, thank you so
much to the woman who donates $5.00 a week to us. It all makes a difference! God Bless and hope to see you at the
shelter.
Join Us For A Bite Today!
Serving delicious Southern and Northern Italian
Wallingford Junior Woman's Club BAKE OFF CONTEST Cuisine. Open for Lunch and Dinner with food
WALLINGFORD JUNIOR WOMAN'S CLUB IS LOOKING FOR BAKERS FOR BEST OF WALLINGFORD
BAKE OFF CONTEST
available to go! We are now accepting reserva-
Calling all bakers - you are needed for the Wallingford Junior Woman's Club Holiday Shopping Fair and Best of tions for banquets, holiday parties and catering.
Wallingford Bake Off Contest to be held November 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lyman Hall High School, 70 Pond Hill
Road, Wallingford.
There will be three baking contests: cakes and pies created by adults, cookies created by children under 12, and a dec- AVANTI
orated cake contest for adults. A panel of judges of Wallingford celebrities will judge the baking contests, and the Restaurant & Lounge
winner of the decorated cake contest will be decided by popular vote. There is a $5 registration fee for each entry.
34 River Road * South Meriden
203-4
440-9
9990
Winners will receive a Shop-Rite gift certificate, award certificates, and ribbons.
For more information, a registration form, and list of rules, please contact Mimi LaFrance at 284-8544 or
mimi.l@snet.net.
Volunteers are needed and welcome to help out this growing event. The committee is always looking for
new ideas and help to keep this event growing. On Sunday November 23rd the committee and volunteers
will be hanging 49 Christmas wreaths on the lamp posts down Main Street. These wreaths and the
American Flags for the summer have been purchased and maintained by the Christmas In The Village
committee. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and the funds that are collected from our annual
Lovers in the Village Dance we are able to celebrate this holiday season with our friends, neighbors and
family. Without our wonderful sponsors and volunteers all of this would not be possible. If you would like
to volunteer you may call Shannon at 203-440-2527 or become a sponsor call Ed at 203-235-5653 or visit
our web site at www.southmeridenevents.org
Christmas In The Village Committee
don’t
* Non-Medical Home Care
* Remain Safe and Independant
Drink
* Caring and Compassionate Employees
and
Drive!
Wallingford Office
We are here to
Pass the keys to a safe driver and always remember that help you stay
your family and friends really want to see you again! home and live
Better Vision is within your sight! life the way you
want to.
COLONY O PTICIANS
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O ptometrists (203) 697-1030
Wallingford 203-265-2205 Eye exams by Independent Doctor of Optometry
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Wallingford Park and Recreation Special Events Library Expands Baby Educational Toys
Register at our office located at 6 Fairfield Boulevard 203.294.2120 Through the generous donation of "The Friends of the Meriden Public
For more information and a complete listing of programs check us out at www.town.wallingford.ct.us Library" several educational toys have be added to the Children's
Double Feature Friday o Ages 6-11 Library. An activity cube and activity circle table offers various
Movie night just got a whole lot better. Grab your favorite chair, bean bag or pillow and come on down to manipulative panels and sections to challenge and help develop eye-
the Recreation Department on Friday night, 6pm-10pm and hand coordination, logical thinking, visual tracking and perception
enjoy two feature films on the big screen, popcorn, skills. We have also implemented the use of "Look and See Crawl
pizza and drinks. Relax, sit back and enjoy the film. Thru" and "Slide-in and Play Yard" for our baby program "Start On
When: Friday November 7th 6:30pm - 9:30pm Stories". These two new additions help to develop gross motor skills,
Location: Gymnasium Fee: $12 creative play and sensory integration. Our next program for babies
Movies: Happy Feet & T.B.D. will be October 30 at 10:30. Please feel to call the library for m ore
information.
SKI BUMS MT. SOUTHINGTON
Whether you're a skier or a boarder, this is five nights of
fun on the slopes that you do not want to miss. Registration for all Ski Bum programs will begin on
The Chiefs!
Wednesday, October 29th and will end November 14th at the recreation department. Each program will be
limited to 100 participants.
Complete fee schedule is not available as of this printing. Please call the recreation department in
October for a complete listing of program options and fees. Any parent that is interested in becoming a
chaperone should contact Kenny at the recreation department (chaperones taken on first come first serve
basis). Chaperones will have the opportunity to ski/snowboard at no cost. Please note that registration will
only be held for two weeks during the dates provided above.
Program breakdown:
4th & 5th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
6th, 7th & 8th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
9th & 10th grades Wednesdays 4pm-8pm
9 and A Chicken
This year's hunt will be one for the ages. Participants will be required to go to the Recreation Department
to pick up a packet of CERTIFIED clues. (We want to make sure that all participants start from the
Recreation Department so everyone has a fair shot) These clues will lead you to 9 cardboard turkeys and
the bonus chicken. All cardboard turkeys and chicken will be hidden on Wallingford town property. The
object is to locate a turkey and return it to the Parks and Recreation for the gift certificate.
Awards: To be awarded to the first three families. Old Timers Night at the South Meriden Vol. Fire Department featuring
Clues must be handed in at time of redemption. Chiefs Front row: Lee Stevens 51-56, Jack Haines 63-70, Back Row: Bill
When: Friday November 14, 2008 Coutermash 71-77, Jim Cournoyer 98-07, Keith Gordon 08-on.
Time: 7:00p.m. Where: Wallingford Parks and Recreation Department Fee: Free
WEIGHT NO MORE!
4168.400 11th Annual Shoot for Success Pre-Season Basketball Tune Up
Learn the mechanics and techniques required for basketball and take yourself to the next level! Clinic
includes: form & drill, defensive techniques, contests and games. Clinic is for Boys and Girls grades 2 -
9.Friday and Saturday Nov. 28 and 29 2 days 9:00am-12:00pm All Natural Affordable Nutrition
Fee: $50 (includes clinic t-shirt) FAST, EASY WEIGHT LOSS
Instructor: Joe Gaetano and Greg Morrone and Hoop Mountain Basketball Staff
DOCTOR FORMULATED
NEW PROGRAMS AT THE WALLINGFORD PARKS AND REC. THIS FALL INDIVIDUALLY MENTORED
Investment Strategies in Uncertain Times CUSTOM PROGRAMS
This presentation will explain the keys to "Investment Success" during market fluctuations and uncertainty. 1-888-493-1069
Learn how to take advantage of the markets ups and downs through dollar cost average. You will also
Kathy Carroll - Herbalife Independent Distributor
learn ideas on how to manage your personal finances in times of rapidly rising costs.
When: Monday December 1st for one night 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Fee: Free Location: Exit 4.5
Instructor: Laura Palumbo, CFP and C. Gary Drake
Who does not thank for little will not thank for much. - Estonian proverb
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"Only One of Ten" Recognizing Meriden's Own an elite group of young Americans who have made a positive difference in the lives of
others.
As both Mayor of the City of Meiden and now Principal of Cromwell High School,
Mark Benigni, 36 has blended the two biggest interests in his life: education and govern-
ment. He has used his influence in both of his offices to institute creative new policies
and programs.
The TOYA selection process begins in the spring of each year. Following the submis-
sion deadline, all nominations are forwarded to a panel of screening judges who, work-
ing independently, select and rank their top twenty choices. From here the finalists are
submitted to another panel of judges who decide the final winners-an arduous process.
The awards night was spectacular. All winners were introduced by a three minute video
who each followed with a five minute speech to the 350 people in attendance. Benigni's
speech focused on the "real joys of life," highlighted by this quote;
"As a young American, this is what I have come to know; where there is great need,
there is considerable opportunity; when there are difficult challenges, we find abundant
resources; where there is sometimes "great want," there is always consistent loving sup-
port. And thank God, we live in a country where we are free…..to make independent
choices, where enthusiastic effort is encouraged, and where achievement is recognized
and celebrated."
Mark proudly represented the city of Meiden, the state of CT, and all of New England.
Recently, Mark Benigni was named one of the nation's Top Ten Outstanding Young
He was one of only ten across this whole great nation to be so honored. We too are
Americans (TOYA Award) by the Junior Chamber of Commerce, at a black-tie affair in
proud of his accomplishment and extend an entire region's worth of congratulations!
San Diego, California. The recipient class of 2008, includes scientists, medical doctors,
military personnel, Miss America, and other talented adults, all under the age of forty.
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What we're really talking about is a wonderful day set aside on the fourth
Thursday of November when no one diets. I mean, why else would they call it
Thanksgiving? --Erma Bombeck
Wallingford Optical
free cases and folders, books and genealogy periodicals. This year’s orna-
ment is obtainable for a donation of $8.00. Ornaments from prior years are
$10.00.
The 2008 ornament depicts the old Central Tavern which once stood on
the northwest corner of Broad and East Main Streets. In the early 1700s the
Diane Mintich building was erected as a farmhouse on land originally granted to William
Jones. In 1739 Rev. Theophilus Hall purchased the farm. The next owner
Licensed Optician, was Dr. Insign Hough, who by 1782 had converted the house into an inn
A.B.O. & N.C.L.E. known first as Hough’s Tavern, and later as the Central Tavern or Hotel. His
son, Dr. Isaac I. Hough, continued both his medical practice and the running
Certified of the hotel. The hotel was a stopping point for stagecoaches. Isaac Hough
became well-known throughout Connecticut, both for his hospitality and
James Comeau his corpulent figure. A verse described him:
“Dr. Hough, he keeps good stuff,
Licensed Optician, And lives just under the steeple;
A.B.O. & N.C.L.E. By hook or by crook,
he keeps his good looks
Certified And takes the cash from the people.”
MAX E. MURAVNICK MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS' CENTER What You Need To Know!
NEWS AND EVENTS
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens' Center is open to all Meriden residents age 55 and over. Membership
is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM by presenting a driver's
license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon enti-
tling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is
offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
The Senior Center will sponsor a free seven week Creative Writing Class starting on Wednesday, November 5 at 1:00
PM. Susan Sandel, Ph.D. will again lead the group in weekly sessions designed to help you put your thoughts and
ideas on paper and express yourself effectively using the written word. No prior writing experience necessary, for those
who do write the class will provide tips for becoming more spontaneous. Classes will be held in the first floor meeting
room at the Senior Center from Wednesday, November 5 to Wednesday, December 17 from 1:00 to 2:15 PM. People
interested in taking this Creative Writing Class are asked to sign-up in the Senior Center Office or by calling 237-0066. Wallingford Land Trust 2009 Calendars
A special Veterans Day Salute will be held in Willene's Place on Monday, November 10 at 11:00 AM. Our own The Wallingford Land Trust has available 2009 calendars featuring pictures
Meriden Antique Veterans, World Post #1, will appear in uniform for a Flag Ceremony and then join us all for lunch in from the various Land Trust properties, including scenes, wildlife, wild-
honor of Veterans Day. Please plan to attend as we recognize the Meriden Antique Veterans! flowers. To purchase your calendar please contact the WLT through the PO
A Financial Consultant from Johnson Brunetti will hold a Financial Planning Seminar here on Wednesday, November Box 611. The new calendars are $15.00. For more information, please call
12 at 10:30 AM. He will speak in the first floor meeting room covering such topics as the seven tips you need to know President David Ellis at 269-9779. Picture by Mary Heffernon, board mem-
for a secure retirement, avoiding unnecessary taxes and protecting your retirement income. This no cost or obligation
ber of fungi on tree
seminar will be an opportunity to get a free financial tune-up to double check your retirement income situation. The
program is open to the public and interested people are asked to sign-up at the Senior Center or by calling 237-0066.
The program will be informative and in only 30-40 minutes people can learn some helpful and valuable retirement tips!
On Wednesday, November 12 at 11:15 AM Jessica Sirella from the Agency on Aging will speak before lunch in
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Willene's Place about the Home Share Program. This program offers a practical housing alternative for compatible peo-
BRA
ple who choose to share a residence based on common needs, interests and preferences. Homeowners receive extra
income, security and possible assistance with chores and housing seekers get a reasonable rent in a homelike environ-
ment. To learn more plan to attend this program!
The Senior Center has again received funding from the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut to provide
medical transportation services for Meriden residents aged 60 and over to their in-town medical appointments. The ser-
vice is provided by the Senior Center Mini-Bus and appointments must be scheduled several days in advance by calling
237-3338. The grant also covers out-of-town rides, which are provided by the Wallingford -Meriden Branch of the
American Red Cross. To schedule the out-of-town rides, call the Red Cross at least one week in advance at 265-6721.
For further information on transportation to your medical appointments, please see Transportation Coordinator Becky
Racine in her office at the Senior Center or give her a call at 237-3338.
cooking
On November 19 at 11:15 Jeff Sederquist, physical therapist, will speak before lunch in Willene's Place about
"Arthritis and the Benefits of Exercise". He is an educational speaker for the Arthritis Foundation and his presentation
Open for:
here is sponsored by Westfield Care & Rehab Center in Meriden. Breakfast
The Thanksgiving Special Luncheon in our Senior Community Café will be held on Thursday, November 20. The
menu will feature roast turkey with gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mixed vegetables, whole wheat dinner roll and
Lunch
pumpkin pie with topping for dessert. Musical entertainment will be provided by Eric Buggie, keyboardist, guitarist, And Dinner
singer and songwriter starting at 10:30. Please sign-up for the special Thanksgiving luncheon at the Senior Center or by
calling 235-8052 one week in advance.
There are still several openings for the trip on Friday, November 21 at 10:00 to the Department of Motor Vehicles in
Wethersfield for people who are interested in obtaining a Non-Drivers License Photo ID. The cost of the ID card is $15
and you must bring a certified birth certificate or valid passport plus one additional form of identification like a Social
Security card. Triad members Sgt. Darrin McKay and Sgt. Glen Milslagle will accompany the mini-bus and provide
assistance at the DMV. For further information or to sign-up contact the Mini-Bus Office at 237-3338.
The Meriden Health Department administered more than 200 flu shots at the Senior Center at a Flu Shot Clinic in
October. Plenty of vaccine still remains at this time and the staff at the Health Department encourages local citizens to
call 630-4234 to schedule an appointment for this important annual inoculation. The $30 cost is covered by Medicare
and certain Medicare managed care plans or payable by cash at the time of the flu shot. For further information contact
the Meriden Health Department at 630-4234. 376 West Main Street in Meriden
The 2008 Senior Center Holiday Fair and Bake Sale will be on Wednesday, December 10 from 10:00 AM to 1:00
PM. Handmade items will be sold by the Knitting and Ceramic classes and bake sales and raffles will also be held. 203-634-3679
Senior Center members willing to bake for the Bake Sale are asked to sign-up in the main office - we appreciate your
help! All proceeds will benefit the Meriden Senior Citizens' Award Scholarship.
For a complete listing of all Senior Center classes, activities, trips and meal menus, pick-up a copy of our newsletter $2.00 Off $4.00 Off
available on the first of each month at the reception desk in the front lobby.
John F. Hogarth - Senior Center Director Any Single Any Double
With This Coupon at The Bradley Eatery With This Coupon at The Bradley Eatery
MARK YOUR CALENDAR TODAY! Expires 11/30/08 Expires 11/30/08
Then, put us on the top of your list of fairs to visit on Saturday, Nov. 22nd!
The Ladies of St. Anne annual Holiday Fair is on Saturday, Nov. 22nd (9AM - 3PM) and Sunday, Nov. 23rd (8:30 -
10:30AM) at St. Laurent Church, 121 Camp St., Meriden, CT. Coffee & donuts available for purchase at our Candy Order Your Holiday Pies Now!
Cane Café. Come on Saturday to get the best selection of cookies at our ever-popular Cookie Walk. (Purchase our dec-
orated coffee can and then you choose from a variety of cookies baked by our members to fill it!) Browse the St.
Anne's Pantry and Attic tables where you can purchase homemade green tomato relish, cranberry relish, jigsaw puzzles,
holiday ornaments, hand-sewn gifts and much more. We also sell holiday decorated cemetery boxes and artificial
Christmas wreaths. Check out the craft, jewelry and white elephant tables and take chances to win a theme gift basket
at the tea-cup auction. (Winners will be drawn on Sunday morning after the 9:00 AM Mass.) By then you'll have
worked up an appetite, so stay for lunch at the Candy Cane Café - lunch offered Saturday only. The menu includes
homemade soups and sandwiches, hotdogs and a slice of our traditional French-Canadian Meat Pie. (Order forms for
whole meat pies - for pick up in December - will be available at the Candy Cane Café.)
Plenty of off-street parking in the back of the church - Just follow the signs!
We give thanks for unknown blessings already on their way. - ritual chant
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God gave us our relatives; thank God we can choose our friends. Handcrafted
- Ethel Watts Mumford
Holiday Craft Fair
We are proud to be celebrating
our 104th year in the fruit
Sunday, Nov. 23rd from 9am-3pm
growing business! 1904-22008 Handcrafted Treasures such as
Find out why by stopping by! Candles, Jewelry, Stunning
Now in the Store Photos, Wooden Keepsakes,
Blue Hills Orchard Pears
would like to Bosc
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Meriden Public Library News and Events Mr. Scheller has been collecting antique firearms since he was a teen. He
joined the Army National Guard at 17 and began to participate in the National
CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE PREVENTION PROGRAM NOVEMBER 19 AT MERIDEN LIBRARY Rifle Matches on Lake Erie. In 1969 the Army National Guard asked him to
"The Stranger You Know…" a child sexual abuse prevention program for parents sponsored by The Children's be on their All Guard Team which consisted of the top shooters from all over
Trust Fund, will be presented at the Meriden Public Library on Wednesday, November 19 at 6:00 pm. The speaker will the country and by the 1970s he was on the CT National Guard Team winning
be Commander Robert F. Kenary (Ret.). matches all over the country. Mr. Scheller won a National Match called the
This program gives parents precise and up to date information on how child molesters successfully offend against Presidents Hundred at Camp Perry in 1979 and has earned the coveted
children. Knowing how they think, act and operate is the best protection we have against sexual offenders. Distinguished Rifle Medal while in the National Guard.
Commander Kenary is the recipient of the Martin A. Burnham Award for child abuse prevention and two official Mr. Scheller belongs to many clubs that honor the shooting sport. These
citations from the Connecticut General Assembly for child sexual abuse prevention (2006, 2007). He spent 33 years include the Hartford Schuetzen Verein, the Brooklyn Schuetzen Corps, The
with the East Hartford Police Department, 30 of those years in the detective division. He was assigned to the FBI for New York Schuetzen Corps where he became the Shooting King in 2006, the
three years investigating sexual offenses against children. Commander Kenary is a graduate of the prestigious FBI Massachusetts Schuetzen Verein, the East Windsor Sportsmens Club where he
National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Among his many professional affiliations are the Institute of Living and the is Range Manager, the Oerlinghausen Schuetzen in Germany where he has
Department of Psychiatry at UCONN School of Medicine. family, the German Gun Collectors Association, The National Rifle
This program is free but seating is limited. Contact the Meriden Public Library Community Services Department Association, the Hartford Saegerbund, the Hartford Liederkranz, and the
at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com, or visit our website at www.meridenlibrary.org and click on "Adult Student Prince Gruppe of Stein Collectors International. He and his wife
events" to reserve a seat. Ginny were schuplattler and folk dancers.
COOKING PROGRAM NOVEMBER 22 AT MERIDEN LIBRARY The program is free but seating is limited. Contact the Community
You are cordially invited to the Meriden Public Library on Saturday, November 22 at 2:00 pm to see Chef Kashia Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email comsvc@hotmail.com, or visit
Cave prepare an "Italian Holiday Fare." The menu will be Pumpkin Soup, Pizzette with Tomato and Basil, Penne Pasta our homepage at www.meridenlibrary.org and click on "Adult events" to
with Veggie and Chicken, and Stuffed Cannoli with Ricotta Cheese. The recipes and samples of the menu items will be reserve a seat.
available at the end of the program. CELEBRATING THE POLISH COMMUNITY IN MERIDEN
Chef Kashia Cave is a native of the island of Trinidad and Tobago, a graduate from the Connecticut Culinary The Meriden Public Library will be celebrating the Polish culture and com-
Institute and an American Culinary Federation Award winner. Ms. Cave recently returned from Italy where she com- munity in Meriden as we participate in the World of Words program in May
pleted an extensive Italian Culinary program at the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners and worked at the Mistral 2009. The purpose of the program is to learn about our community's cultural
Restaurant in the G.H. Villa Serbelloni in Bellagio, Italy. roots and explore our ethnic similarities and differences. Residents who
The program is free but seating is limited. Contact the Community Services Department at (203) 630-6349, email would like to participate in the activities or have ideas for activities are invit-
comsvc@hotmail.com, or visit our website at www.meridenlibrary.org and click on "Adult events" to reserve a seat. ed to a meeting at the Library in the Griffin Room on Friday, November 14
PLAYAWAYS ARE AT THE MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Please contact the Community Services Department at
Playaways have arrived! Playaways are small, portable, self-playing talking books. You can check out a Playaway 630-6349 if you would like to participate but are unable to make the meeting.
just like any other audio book. It's very simple to use. The book is pre-loaded on the device. There's nothing to down- CALLING ALL CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS…
load - simply plug in your favorite earphones and start listening. You can even use an FM transmitter or cassette tape Calling all local non-profit organizations, clubs, and service organizations:
adaptor with a standard headphone plug to use the Playaways in your car. the Meriden Public Library is compiling information which will be entered
The Library will provide a preloaded complimentary battery for use in the Playaways. However, you will need to into the "Community Information" file found on our online catalog. This free
provide your own earphones. Ear-buds are available for purchase at the library in our vending machine. database is accessible through the Meriden Public Library's online catalog
Playaways are borrowed for 21 days with your library card. The overdue fine is ten cents per day. located at www.meridenlibrary.org. It allows the public easy access to locat-
There is a limit of one per person and they cannot be renewed nor are you able to place a hold on them. If you have ing agencies that provide help with issues such as health, housing, legal aid,
any questions about Playaways, contact the Library at (203) 238-2347. or genealogy along with service clubs and organizations in Meriden.
UPDATING COMMUNITY INFORMATION DATABASE AT MERIDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY Local non-profit agencies, clubs, and organizations are invited to partici-
Calling all local non-profit organizations, clubs, and service organizations: the Meriden Public Library is compil- pate by listing their agency on this database. Each agency record will include
ing information which will be entered into the "Community Information" file found on our online catalog. This free the agency's name and address, contact information, a description of the orga-
database is accessible through the Meriden Public Library's online catalog located at www.meridenlibrary.org. It nization, services offered, and a link to their website.
allows the public easy access to locating agencies that provide help with issues such as health, housing, legal aid, or Fill out the form found on the library's website located in the Room
genealogy along with service clubs and organizations in Meriden. Booking information and send it to the Meriden Public Library, Attn:
Local non-profit agencies, clubs, and organizations are invited to participate by listing their agency on this data- Community Services Dept., 105 Miller St., P.O. Box 868, Meriden, CT 06450
base. Each agency record will include the agency's name and address, contact information, a description of the organi- or contact the Community Services Dept. at 630-6349 if you would like a
zation, services offered, and a link to their website. form mailed to you.
Fill out the form found on the library's website located in the Room Booking information and send it to the
Meriden Public Library, Attn: Community Services Dept., 105 Miller St., P.O. Box 868, Meriden, CT 06450 or contact DUBAI!!! March 27 - April 3, 2009
the Community Services Dept. at 630-6349 if you would like form mailed to you.
For a truly incredible adventure in the
HISTORY OF THE MERIDEN SCHUETZEN (SHOOTING) CLUB NOVEMBER 12 metropolis of tomorrow; Dubai welcomes the
The Meriden Historical Society and Meriden Public Library invite the public to "The History of the Meriden world to the land of Arabian nights. Year
Schuetzen (Shooting) Club" presented by Max (Robert) Scheller on Wednesday, November 12 at 6:30 pm in the round sunshine, a friendly, safe environment,
Griffin Room at the Library. Mr. Scheller will discuss the who, what, when, where, and why of the traditions of and cosmopolitan life-style. It has it all - the
world's tallest tower, the world's largest shop-
German target shooting which came to Meriden and other towns in Connecticut and the U.S. beginning in the 1800s.
ping mall, pristine beaches, golf, horse-rac-
He will have some interesting memorabilia for the public to view. ing, skiing, sailing, diving. Contrast this with
old world charm, shopping bazaars, desert
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Thanksgiving Individuals bring in pies and other home made desserts while
By Nancy Freyberg Brownies, CCD and high school cooking classes bring over pans of
Every year I am always asked this one question by a first time reporter to the holiday community dinners, the best cookies ever! Dennis Bonito brings his guitar and keyboards
"Why do you give up your holidays to do this?" For 27 years I have given the same answer. "Look and plays and sings all afternoon. It is simply amazing and heart
around. Pull up a chair. Stay awhile. Then ask me again." They never do. On Thanksgiving, Christmas, warming to be part of this effort.
and Easter, I get to enjoy the world exactly the way I think God intended it to be. We come together in Every one who works on the "dinners" is blessed by it. It is the
friendship to be with, and to serve one another. We have created a huge family that loves to come home best example I have ever seen of people joining together to make our
year after year. That is the goal of the dinners, to make people feel like they are coming "home." world a little safer, softer, and with such kindness. I give up nothing
Twenty-seven years ago I was out for a walk. I heard a voice say, "find a place and cook. No one should and gain everything to be part of this! The blessings are too many to
be alone for the holidays". I don't want you to worry that I often hear voices, but that one was pretty clear! name.
We started at the Advent Christian church on Whittlesey Avenue. About 35 people attended that first din- Here is what I need as we move in to this wonderful season. There
ner. We added Christmas the next year and began serving Easter Dinner about 15 years ago. As the dinners is a place for everyone who wants to help. We need volunteers on the
grew and needed more space, we moved to St. Paul's Episcopal church for many wonderful years and now actual holidays to help set up, serve, deliver meals to the home bound,
enjoy a tremendous partnership with the First Congregational Church. People from every church in town and clean up. We need help ahead of time in the kitchen doing prep
and every walk of life support the community dinners, which have grown in every direction. work and cooking turkeys. We also need donations of time, talent,
Although Thanksgiving is the largest dinner, with 250 - 400 people eating in the fellowship hall, food and money. Anyone who wants to volunteer, make a financial
Christmas and Easter are close behind. We also send about 250 meals and visits out to the home bound contribution, or donation of food should call the office at 203-284-
each holiday, and provide food for two other communities so that they might enjoy the holidays too. 8299. We are happy to tell you what we need.
Baskets with turkeys and all the trimmings are given to families at Thanksgiving who want to cook at Dinner is served noon - 2pm Thanksgiving and Christmas day. The
home, and we "adopt" individuals and families at Christmas, providing them with food baskets, gifts, and meal is free and transportation will be provided as needed. The meal is
whatever is needed. The Christmas Adopt - A - Family Program has extended to a school supplies program for anyone who wants to spend the day with others and have a great
in the Fall that sends many kids back to school well equipped with clothes, back packs, lunch boxes, note time.
books, pens, pencils, and so much of what they need to be successful in school. One of the thanks I received after Christmas last year was from a
As the dinners and everything attached to them has grown, we have affectionately renamed it "God's 91-year-old woman who had received a meal and visit. Her note sim-
Dinner". It really takes a miracle of faith and spirit to bring it all together. This is all done with volunteers ply said, "In 25 years, you have never forgotten me. Thank you."
who share their time, talent, energy, and great kindness to make these holidays wonderful for so many. My thanks to all of you who never forget to share yourselves with oth-
The food is all donated. Even though the dinners are so large, all the food is home made, hand made, heart ers. It makes us all better.
made and healthy! We want every participant to feel like they are coming home for the holidays.
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Whenever I see an old lady slip and fall on a wet sidewalk, my first instinct is to laugh. But then I think, what if
Celebrations I was an ant, and she fell on me. Then it wouldn't seem quite so funny. - Jack Handey
Once you get people laughing, they're listening and you can tell them almost anything.
- Herbert Gardner
The loves of our lives, we are so very grateful for you both. Happy
Thanksgiving, Hunter and Cole! All our love, Mommy and Daddy
"Thanks, Mom"
by George Arndt Happy Birthday!
Some days are sunny, and some days are even sunnier because of the happiness they create.Thanksgiving Day is one of
those sunnier days. A day when we will gather around the dinner table, and share and enjoy, a delicious meal with our
family.
Mom, of course, will be everyone's hero on this special day of family get-togethers. She begins her day with a
smile. A song on her lips can be heard by just watching her as she dices up the vegetables that will be part of the stuff-
ing. Hubbies, like me, will be there to help Mom out. We will point out things that she has to do, and things that need to
be done in a certain order. Inevitably, she will gently say,
"Take your help into the living room and watch TV.
Outside there may be a chilling frost in the air, but inside there will be an enticing aroma of baking and cooking
emanating from the warm, cheerful kitchen. Aromas that will fill the atmosphere---tingling the senses of many happy
folks in homes across this great country of ours on this day of giving thanks.
Soon the table will be overflowing with tureens of plump green beans, savory cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes sim-
mering in buttery-brown sugar, hot buttermilk biscuits---still steaming from the oven, tempting ears of corn piled high---
their glistening yellow kernels awaiting the crunching bites from all, fluffy white mashed potatoes sitting next to the
gravy bowl filled with Mom's special turkey gravy…and of course, the golden-browned turkey resting on its bejeweled
decorative platter. Grace is said…and then…
"Dad, I want a drumstick," resounds from the four corners of the dinning room table. Each accepting the fact that
they will have to settle for a portion of a leg, and then move on to the other items of culinary specialties set before
them---which had been prepared ever so lovingly by Mom.
The hmmms and ahhhhs will echo from the table, and resonate through the cozy little home, as mothers and fathers;
sisters and brothers; grandchildren and even some great-grandchildren overstuff their tummies. And all will be ever so
grateful for the offerings that God has provided us with to share and to be thankful for. Happy 1st Birthday Austin! Love, Grandma Barbara
George Arndt
Who was this woman, what were her dreams What You Need To Know!
All scattered pieces, more than she seems.
HOUSE PROUD
My sister is a compulsive housekeeper. Her windows shine, her floor gleams and her house and garden show the atten-
tion that she gives everything.
I did not inherit this gene. I told my friend that they would never put on my tombstone, "She was a wonderful
housekeeper". She quickly replied "Did you want them to?" I thought about that and decided no, definitely no.
I now tell people "If you're coming to see me, come any time, if you're coming to see my house, make an appoint-
ment". My door is always open and I am always glad to see you. Please ignore the dust.
There is a Polish saying "Gosch w dom, Bog w dom". Roughly translated it says, guests in the house, God is in the
house. I told that saying to heart. It confirmed my conclusion that it was more important to welcome someone, listen
to them, laugh with them, and cry with them. I could always polish that floor.
Joan Lewis Charlottesville, VA
The Augusta Auction 2008 strated 5 different floral designs and bouquet packets were distributed to
each participant. Assisting Barbara Bruce were Clare Clark, Carole
Golitko, Ellie Tessmer, Marilyn Ollayos, and President Lillian Weaver.
Saturday, November 15, 2008 The Wallingford Garden Club is a member of the Federated Garden Clubs
We hold the Augusta Auction annually. This gives us the opportunity to gather rare, unusual, and desir- of CT and National Garden Clubs, Inc.
able items. This results in bargains for the public and generates vital funds for the center. Items generally Photo: Carole Golitko handing out bouquet packets to participants.
sell between $20 and $2,500, and run the gamut from antiques to construction services, thematic gift bas-
kets to get-aways in Martha’s Vineyard or Nova Scotia. The Augusta Auction 2008 Catalog, containing
advance descriptions of auction items and their donors, will be distributed in our area around November
1st.
Yalesville United Methodist Women
A private preview party will be held 6:00 to 7:00pm on the night of the auction. Present the annual
Guests will enjoy coffee and desserts in the Rotunda, and may peruse auction items
at their leisure, as well as choose seats for the auction. Tickets are $15, or 2 for $25.
Doors will then open to the general public at 7:00 and the auction will begin at
7:30. Once again the professional staff of Nest Egg Auctions have volunteered
Christmas in
to conduct the auction on our behalf, assisted by some of our dazzling local
community leaders. November
We hope you’ll join us for the auction on November 15th and get some
of your Christmas shopping done! We’re also hoping to enjoy November 22 from 9am-2
2pm
your company at the private preview party. If you would like to Homemade Breakfast and Lunch will be served
donate an item or service to the auction, or want to run an ad in
our high-profile catalog, we have attached the forms for your Homemade Breakfast, Homemade Soups,
convenience Sandwiches and Desserts at Lunchtime
Live auctions items available.....Trips, Furniture,
Celebrity Memorabilia, art, antiques,and so much Handcrafted Gifts, Wreaths and Other Decorations
more.........Save the date to support the Arts & Cultural Christmas Decorations, Ornaments,
Center of Meriden.. Live Auction featuring Nest Egg Auctions. Quilts, Blankets and Pillows
Table of Treasures -
Jewelry, Trinkets, Glassware, Linens
Antiques and Cards
Bake Table
See you at the fair!
Yalesville United Methodist Church
Corner of New Place St. & Church St. (Rt. 68)
COME ONE, COME ALL
Proceeds go those in need!
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Give Thanks
62. Strikes with an open hand. 58. An ending of a prayer.
64. Irony, sarcasm, or caustic with 59. Snake associated with Cleopatra.
used to attack or expose folly, vice, 61. Corn container.
or stupidity. 63. Ma and ___ Kettle.
67. TV's talking horse, Mr. _____". 65. A photo ___ is required before
69. International organization con- you can board a commercial airliner.
cerned with the treatment of animals. 66. Long time 81 year old stage and
(acronym) screen actress, recently played 2005
70. Doctor with a drill, (initials). "Gertrude" in the movie, "Monster-
71. Opposite of yes. in-Law" and currently filming
DOWN "Broadway: Beyond the Golden
1. Foreheads. Age". (Initials)
2. Midwestern state with Des 68. To perform or execute
To Yo u r Fr i e n ds a n d Fa m i ly
Th i s Th a n k s g i v i n g !
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Wallingford’s Florist Since 1950
190 Center Street 203-265-1514
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The deadline for the next issue of The Dear Housewives - Central Connecticuts Know It All Gals
People’s Press is November 28th. Email Dear Readers,
Do you have a question regarding family life, budgeting, customer service issues,
your stories, news, and photos to DVD or book reviews, or home organization? We will give you our candid advise
from a family perspective. Contact The Peoples Press by e-mail or phone with
dawn@peoplespressnews.com. Don’t your confidential question and we will answer it in the next issue. Let's remember
forget to send your holiday greeting! what we are thankful for! June and Flora
Dear Housewives,
Look for the form in this issue or just I am a big thank you note writer. How do you send proper baby thank
you's? I know I can write it for him but I feel that is so impersonal. How
email your photo and message. can I make it more like from baby? Polite mom in Meriden
JUNE: Dear Polite, I am happy to hear your question because not enough people
Celebrations of make their kids write thank you notes anymore. I do but I can't tell you how
Life & Home many parties we have been to where we don't ever get a thank you from the child. Shameful.
You can print out a nice card or write one out but include a picture of the baby enjoying the gift or just a nice smiling
A message from Sienna and the picture. If the child can hold crayons you can have them "scribble" a little something on the card. It shows you gave it
Meriden Health Department an effort to get the child interested. Keep up the good work.
FLORA: Writing thank you notes is a lost art in some circles. Starting when your child as a baby is brilliant! I encour-
The flu season is here, so age you to keep up the tradition until your child can write them. You may receive many gifts over the years from people
remember… who took the time to select something special for your child; taking the time to thank them is the right thing to do.
Cover your cough, cover your But....to answer your question. I really like the idea of a photo of your child enjoying the gift along with a brief note
sneeze!!! thanking them. If it is a monetary gift, you can write the note. Thank you for being Thankful!
JUNE: I like the photo idea Flora. I make my own on the computer many times and one year I had my son hold up a
sign that was written in crayon that said thank you. He had all his toys around him. Since we didn't open them when
Stop in for Great Prices people were there it was a great way for all to see what he had gotten.
At Rousseaus’s, we The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch. This was a quick read and a nice little book about a professor facing the end of his
life with cancer. Very sad subject so I am following it up with Barbara Walters' book Audition. I will let you know how
it is as I have just finished about half so far.
get to the bottom of FLORA: Kiplinger's in a personal finance magazine. I read The Last Lecture in bits and pieces in the deli line over a
few weeks.
Car Troubles!
I plan on seeing the 1980 movie Airplane this week. June must be thinking: Shirley, she can't be serious...
JUNE: Ahh, Airplane? What century are you from Flora? Oh, hey, I have a great movie for you it is called The
Wizard of Oz. You probably haven't heard of it yet. After that maybe a little ditty about a man named George Bailey in
It's a Wonderful Life. Flora, you need to get with the program.
JUNE: Attention people. Here is an idea for something different to do with your husband or family. I took Mr. June
and two out of three little Junes' on a helicopter ride a couple of weeks ago. The foliage was beautiful and it was really
fun. I am afraid of heights badly but managed to go and do it. It started as an anniversary gift for my husband but
turned into an adventure for him, our kids and me. The pilot was very good and we had a great experience. There is a
heliport right in Wallingford. Check it out--your men would love it.
Rousseau’s
get back on the right track. Cliff has turned around many lives at Beat the Street.
The other Children's Champion award was given to his family in memory of Frank Olschefski. Mr. Olschefski
passed away before his time earlier this year. Frank, in the words of John Malek, Cub Scout Pack 22 leader at Hanover
Auto Repair School:'was a big, burly man with a soft and kind heart. He always offered a helping hand, wanted to contribute during
every activity and thought of others first. And he always tried to instill these ideals in the Scouts of his den. This man
rarely missed a committee meeting; he always wanted to give our Scouts something. He attended fundraising events,
Complete Auto Repair parades, hikes and sporting events all in support of the Scouts in the program. He was proud to wear his uniform and
Family Owned... Family Friendly Since 1954 knew what it meant to be a Scouting Leader. He was wholeheartedly dedicated to his family, friends and Scouts.
Others noted about Frank that, "You never saw him without his family by his side, they were always together. He
Find Out Why by Stopping Down Today! was a very proud and involved parent." And another: "He made each child feel important and cared for."
369 Cook Ave., Meriden Children First applauds the many 1000s of us who make a difference in the lives of children every day. And for
those like Cliff and Frank who give a little more, we are honored to call you this year's Children's Champions.
235-2561 Children First is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping Meriden children become ready, willing and able to
succeed. For more information about Children First, contact 630-3566 or visit www.meridenchildrenfirst.org
Page 23 November 2008
The True Meaning of Thanks Giving Imagination was given to man to compensate him for
By: Maggie Griffin - for all Adults and Kids to read. what he isn't. A sense of humor was provided to console
To begin, I want to wish Andy and Dawn the happiest of Thanks Giving and for years to come. him for what he is. - Horace Walpole
They have made a difference to our community by publishing Good News, Advertising Businesses A well-developed sense of humor is the pole that adds
in the paper that is also viewed online as well. Through their work, they encourage people to reach
out and make a difference.
balance to your step as you walk the tightrope of life -
Setting an example is the best way of being thankful. Let's look back on how Thanks Giving William Arthur Ward
became established.
The history of Thanks Giving started with the harvest celebration of the pilgrims and the Indians. What You Need To Know!
It took place in the autumn of 1621. Although they did have a three-day feast in celebration, and the
local Indians did participate, this "first Thanksgiving" was not a holiday, simply a gathering.This
simple gathering led directly to our modern Thanksgiving Day holiday. Thanksgiving can, however, be traced back to
1863 when Pres. Lincoln became the first president to proclaim Thanksgiving Day. The holiday has been a fixture of late
November ever since.
Prior to that, however, the Pilgrims and Indians did not get along. Like in our era of today, one bullied the other,
fought over what should have been shared and the Indians did not welcome the Pilgrims to their land.
But it took generosity, care and sincerity to make both realize what was happening. They wanted their friction to end
by celebrating their peace making.
In today's society, it is unfortunate that kids get bullied, adults get mocked, people fight and families hold grudges.
But stop and think for one moment about this. Where does this anger get you? Then ask yourself why the holidays
don't feel the same as they did in the past.
I see so much happening both in the business world, schools and in families. But, as Isaac Newton once discovered,
for every action there is a reaction, think about what you do today, good or bad, does effect the life of someone else.
Coming from a family of 6 children, I am thankful to my siblings. I have a sister who recently had a heart attack.
This is the sister I mentioned in my Summer Memories Article about the Barbie dolls and how I would cut the hair off
all her Barbie dolls when we were kids. Here is the good news in all of this. To make up for what I did, I started a col-
lection, searching for Barbie Dolls from the era of the 60's and 70's. I finally collected enough to give to her as a sur-
prise. She was more then surprised, but then I though to myself, "did she have a heart attack because I gave her Barbie
Dolls from our era when we grew up?" Something she never expected.
The truth is, no, she did not have a heart attacked being shocked over receiving a collection of Barbie's from me.
But, as she is my sister, I am thankful she made it to the Emergency Room in time to save her. Then surgery took place
two days following and she is still recovering. Meriden's First Walk to School Day a Success
Then there is this girl, a Junior in a school who is against drugs and drinking. She became an advocate to stop kids The Meriden Kids Walk Safe Coalition, a Safe Routes to School Initiative,
her age from doing the worse. In speaking to her, she told me she found two Freshman girls in the bathroom smoking would like to thank the parents, guardians, and children that participated in
the bad stuff. She approached them, asked their names and told them to give what they are smoking to her. From there, Meriden's first annual Walk to School Day on October 8, 2008.
she reported it to the school authorities. Now these two girls may not like this junior, however, later on in life I feel con- Over 25 families from Benjamin Franklin, Israel Putnam, Roger Sherman,
fident that they will be thankful she did that for them. A lesson was taught and this junior did the right thing for the two and Lincoln and Washington middle schools walked to school. Walking to
freshman girls. She saved their lives, even though these freshman's may not see that now, but they will see it later. They school is important for many reasons:
should be thankful. * It teaches children safe walking skills, such as how to cross streets and
Then there is a boy in middle school, he takes the blame for what other kids do so he can keep his friends. It's sad, I
how to select safe routes to schools.
know. These "friends" also tease him and know they can provoke him with knowledge that this boy will not tell and will
take the blame to protect them so he can keep peace. yet the other kids provoke him because they know it hurts his feel- * It encourages healthy habits. Adults and children spend healthy, active
ings and make him react out of this hurt. How much hurt can this boy take? And he still will take the blame for another time together doing the worlds' simplest exercise - walking. Many parents
students actions, even if they provoked him first by teasing him, pushing him, poking him, etc. The School, they don't discovered that walking to school actually takes less time than driving.
listen, yet they know that this boy takes the blame for others. All I can say is, kids, be honest with yourself, don't do this * It helps communities take specific steps to create more walkable neigh-
to a fellow student so you can stay out of trouble. Most of all, rather then protecting your friends and yourself so you borhoods, such as advocating for more crosswalks, sidewalks, crossing
don't get suspended, why do you think it is ok for you to do this to a fellow student and let this fellow student take the guards and better driver behavior. This is not only good for the community
blame for your actions and continue to provoke this student, after the fact, who thinks you are his friend? How would but for the environment as well.
you feel if a fellow student did that to you. This is called Bullying and it must stop. I'll tell you why. Meriden Kids Walk Safe Coalition could not have had a successful Walk
In future years to come, this child who takes the blame to protect you, you may need him in your adult life to help to School Day without the help of many community partners. A special
you in a serious situation. You see, there is no such thing as "popularity", I learned that the hard way when I walked up
thanks to the Graustein Memorial Fund, our co-sponsor, and the following
to receive my diploma for High School over 20 years ago. I teased my fellow students, but today, I called on a few for
help in things like Cancer treatments, legal help, and it just so happens one of those kids I teased back in my day took individuals:
care of my Father prior to his passing away. City of Meriden Mayor Mike Rohde, Lea Crown of the Meriden Health
I know this young lady in her 20's that I have help when she first became a mother when she was a teenager. I have not Department, Dave Swedock of the Council of Neighborhoods, Lt. Sal Nesci
seen this person in over 3 years. The last time I saw her was at my Dad's funeral. She keeps her two kids from seeing of the Meriden Police Department, Amy Filippides CT Parent Power,
their grand mother and great-grand mother. How shameful is that? What she does not realize, and maybe won't realize Meriden Children's First Initiative, Sharon Okoye, Safe Routes to School
it until 10 years from now, she is actually hurting her children by using them as a tool against her mother (their grand Coordinator for the Connecticut Department of Transportation, State
mother). All I can say is patience is a virtue when raising kids and I think she is starting to realize that now since she is Trooper Vance and State Trooper Johnson of the Connecticut State Police.
a mother of 2 now. But, she is pure selfish, unforgiving, hurtful and was quick to have her hand out to take. Thank you to our elected officials Congressman Christopher Murphy,
Unfortunately, when I said life is a circle, and a cycle, what you do today and how you act will repeat the circle of the Majority Leader Christopher Donovan, Senator Thomas Gaffey, and State
cycle and done onto you later in life. When you teach your kids the "no talking method", ask yourself when they grow
Representative Cathy Abercrombie, for welcoming the walkers once they
up and have kids of their own why they don't talk to you. I don't want to be there to witness when her children grow up
and not want to talk to her. Take my advice, young lady, make peace with your mother and let her see her grand chil- got to school and sharing encouraging words about the importance of walk-
dren, I am telling you this for reasons and the reasons is several. ing for personal health and the health of our environment.
We all know how to get up in the morning, get ready for work or school, go about our days in our jobs, education For more information on the Meriden Kids Walk Safe Coalition, please
and back home to who we live with. But, ask yourself this one question, if you know how to do a daily routine, even if contact Gwen Samuel at 203-886-7684 or email: meridenkidsafe@aol.com.
it means you like what you do and who you are with, but do you really like yourself when you live a selfish way? The
most valuable thing everyone has is a soul. Close your eyes, plug your ears and listen only with your heart. Your heart
gives you the right answer.
Believe me, I am not preaching, I am just teaching. And I am just go to say it because it's my story and it is factual.
Funny - I always tease my husband by telling my kids Daddy was on the Mayflower. But the truth is, think of the
Roll on Down to Marianna’s
Pilgrims and the Indians and their reason to hold a Feast of Celebration in late Fall, a Feast that lasted three days.
It became known as the Feast of Peace, giving thanks to each other with sincerity because both, in history, realized,
they cannot live on the same land and fight, bully, steel, take and hurt, most of all, what was most important to them was
Family and Friends and turning right where it was wrong.
Peace Making is the Best Thankful Gift to celebrate on This Thanks Giving Day and Thanks Giving years to come.
Be kind to your fellow student, think about how you would feel if you were teased, picked on or bullied. Children,
talk to your parents and don't use your children as tools against them because some day, you will be the Grand Parent
waiting and hoping your child visits and lets you see your grand children. The cycle will repeat itself when your kids
are older, whether you want to believe that or not, if you do not change. And don't drink or do drugs, it will and can hurt
you in more ways then one, whether you realize it or not. Damaging your bodies is not "being cool".
And adults, just be thankful you have friends and family. Drivers on the road, I have to tell you, flipping the finger at
me, I am honored you tell me I am #1. But I have to admit, Road Safety rather then Road Rage will prevent an accident
and a possible fatality, so. if you are behind me, still expect me to go the speed limit, wear my seat belt and not talk on
my cell phone, this too sets an example to my kids when they get their driver's license. Kids, follow the new licensing
laws. Those laws are enforced to save your life when you are behind the wheel and the lives of others. Be thankful our
State Government changed the licensing laws to protect you. At your age, driving is a privilege. Then there is always
the city bus stop if you keep complaining. Follow the rules and the laws.
It takes one person and others to see what they see, feel what they feel and more to make a difference. I am one of
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Wallingford Middle School Students Win Statewide Connecticut Veterans Day Just a line to say I'm living,
Parade Essay Contest Special Ceremony at Conn. State Capitol on Monday, That I'm not among the dead,
October 27 at 4 p.m. Though I'm getting more forgetful,
First Place Student Essay Contest And more mixed up in the head.
For, sometimes I can't remember,
Why Should We Honor Veterans?
When I stand at the foot of stairs,
Lexie Farkash, 8th grade
If I must go up for something,
Holy Trinity School CCD Or I've just come down from there.
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School And before the frig. so often,
"Nooo!" "Bam!" "Boom!" The moans of the dying and shrieks of snipers pollutes the air. Thousands, nay, millions My poor mind is filled with doubt,
have given up their lives, or perhaps their families, houses, and sometimes their sanity. We, as a country, have those Have I just put food away or,
men & women to thank for the free country we live in today. Have I come to take some out?
So very many people have given up everything. They don't have their comfy, soft beds from Sleepy's® the privi- And there's times when it is dark out,
lege of being able to get up in the night to check on their sleeping newborn, or go & stop at McDonalds on the way With my night cap on my head,
home from work. These people are so selfless that they would willingly give up their lives in order for the rest of the I don't know if I'm retiring,
USA to live our lives. Or just getting out of bed.
So, if it's my turn to write you,
Vietnam, WW II, the Civil War, etc. If we didn't have men & women willing to sacrifice their lives for us, where
There's no need in getting sore,
would our country, maybe even the rest of the world, be today? WW I, the Revolutionary War, Iraq. All of these have
I may think that I have written,
been terrible, bloody & devastating. All the people who have died in these deserve to be mentioned. Their lives, fam- And don't want to be a bore
ily, sanity. Shouldn't we give one day, ONE day out of 365 to them? A day honoring them isn't much compared to the So remember ---- I do love you,
crippling pain - physical, mental, or both - that all these millions of men & women went through? And I wish that you were here,
Why should we honor veterans on Veterans' Day? Perhaps the fact that we owe our lives to them will convince But now, it's nearly mail time
you. So I must say "good-bye", dear.
There I stood beside the mail box,
Runner Up Student Essay Contest With a face so very red,
"Why Should We Honor Veterans?" Instead of mailing you my letter,
Cora Mandy, 8th grade I had opened it instead.
Submitted by Donna Salvato, Written by Myron Zillman of Meriden
Holy Trinity School CCD
at age 99, who has since passed away.
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School
Wallingford, Conn. MidState's "Family Night"
"Extra, extra! Read all about it! Seventeen killed and fifteen wounded in a street bombing!" Everyday we hear sto- MidState's "Family Night" teaches the whole family how to talk about cancer
ries similar to this on the news. Who are these people? They are veterans of war. MidState Medical Center invites you to attend its annual "Family Night."
Every day as Americans, we take for granted rights that were given to us; rights that veterans have fought for. How Through fun games and creative activities, the whole family will have a
brave and unselfish are those who risk their lives to keep millions of others free? I know I would not be able to com- chance to talk about cancer in a safe, supportive setting. Each specially
mit to such an honorable act. These veterans lose their lives for me, for you, and for everyone in this room. On top of designed workshop gently encourages children to disclose how cancer has
all that, they do it willingly. affected their lives, while learning coping strategies. Parents can have their
Many veterans left the country for months or years at a time to fight. Most were only able to communicate to fami- questions answered and learn skills for talking with their children.
ly members through letters. Some veterans couldn't even tell their families where they were stationed. Can you imag- This free workshop is open to parents or caregivers with cancer, their part-
ners, and their children, ages 5-12.
ine that? What if you couldn't see your mom, dad, son or daughter and not know if they were ok?
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2008 Time: 6-8 p.m. (Pizza dinner provided)
Veterans of war often have a price to pay. Whether it be a scar or a lost arm, it is something they have to live with
Location: MidState Medical Center, Horwitz Conference Center 435 Lewis
for the rest of their lives. However, they are the ones who brought honor and peace to this country. Avenue Meriden, CT
America has a lot to be thankful for. These veterans have fought tirelessly to 'let freedom ring.' They have risked Pre-registration is required by calling 203-694-8669.
their lives for you and for me which is more than I'll ever be able to do. They left their homes; their families to go This program is made possible with cooperation from the Harold Leever
abroad and fight. These veterans have risked so much for our country. The absolute least we could do is give them Regional Cancer Center and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
the honor and gratification they deserve. For these reasons and many more, our veterans should forever be honored.
Wallingford Public Library: Club will meet on November 12th at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the novel Wildwood Dancing
Our Shelves are Full of Thanksgiving Traditions by Juliet Marillier. The club will meet again on December 3rd to discuss Meg Cabot's
book Jinx. The Mother Daughter Book Club is a group composed of teen girls and their
Beth Devlin - Wallingford Public Library Director mothers or other adult female friends who meet monthly to discuss young adult books.
Jalapeno-cranberry relish anyone? If you are finding the giblet gravy and stuffing, green Storytimes, Chess Club, Family Night, and Homework Help are a few of the ongoing
bean casserole and candied sweet potatoes are lacking inspiration this year, why not head programs featured by our Children's Department. This month additional children's pro-
over to the stacks at the Wallingford Public Library and see what's cooking. Head to gramming includes a Thanksgiving Craft. Create a cute turkey pin out of polymer clay to
641.5 and start browsing. If you are a first time turkey roaster, or just need to refresh you wear on Thanksgiving or any time of the year you want to celebrate the turkey! This free
turkey culinary skills, you might want to check out 641.6659Butterball and take a look at program will take place November 8th at 2:00 p.m. and is open to children 8 to 12 years
"The Butterball Turkey Cookbook," expert advice from the experts! Our huge collection of age. Advance registration is required.
of cookbooks is extensive and inspirational for chefs of every skill level. In addition to More Computer Help!
cookbooks, ask a librarian where you can find information on Thanksgiving stories, The library is excited to announce an expansion in our computer tutoring program.
poems, history, and crafts. Celebrate your holiday traditions and make some new memo- Free one-on-one basic computer instruction will continue on Tuesday and Thursday
ries this year. afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. through November 20th. Additionally, one-hour ses-
Vintage Wallingford sions will be available on Thursday nights, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Friday mornings,
There is still time to purchase your tickets to the library's annual fundraiser, Vintage from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Computer novices are encouraged to sign up to learn keyboard
Wallingford! Please join us November 5th at Gouveia Vineyards from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 or mouse skills, word processing, internet searching, online job applications, or e-mail.
p.m. Appetizers, wine-tasting, beautiful Book Baskets, and friendly conversation await Instruction is free and open to the public, however due to high demand, sessions fill up
you. Tickets are $25.00 each and all proceeds benefit the Wallingford Public Library quickly. Call the library to sign up!
Association's Development Fund. Bring your friends and have an enjoyable evening with Learn to Search Online Databases
the library's board members, president, patrons and supporters. Learn how to use powerful online databases at our November computer class. Topics
Programs Galore include census and auction records, automobile repair procedures, business directories,
From authors to organizers and from itty bitty babies to seniors, the Wallingford Public encyclopedia entries, and newspaper, magazine, and journal articles. The class will run
Library has a variety of programs and services to be enjoyed by all. This month the from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 20th in the Board Room of the Main
library welcomes two authors for your enjoyment. First, best selling author, Lisa Lelas Library. Seating is limited and advance registration is required.
will present "Simple Steps to Getting Organized" on November 6th at 6:30 p.m. In addi- Your Library Card: don't leave home without it.
tion to being an author, Lisa is a professional organizer who will share her techniques for Most of us carry our up-to-date library cards in our wallets and can whip it out at a
tackling everyday clutter challenges as well as organizing for the upcoming holiday sea- moments' notice to borrow books, magazines, museum passes, cds, dvds and other mate-
son. Be sure to stop by the library and see our display of books on this subject. rials at any public library in the state. Your library card will enable you to access data-
The following week, mystery author, Karen E. Olson will be speaking about her latest bases from the library's website and use public access computers too. This is a timely
book in the Annie Seymour mystery series, "Shot Girl." Using New Haven as the setting reminder that your card is required for the above applications. Periodically you should
Ms. Olson features local restaurants and neighborhoods throughout all the Annie check the status of your card to be sure it has not expired. It takes only a few minutes to
Seymour books. Readers will enjoy the local flavor and sense of place evident in the renew it at the library's circulation desk. Be sure you are aware of any fines you might
many scrapes Annie gets into as a police reporter. Join us on November 13th at 7:00 p.m. have on your account. You can view your account information by logging onto
for this special author event. www.wallingford.lioninc.org. Always feel free to ask a staff member for help on any of
Also on November 13th, a special offering for parents, teachers and childcare the above or other aspects of our library technology.
providers, will feature Best Books for Kids, sponsored by the library and WECARE. Join Library Notes
the library's children's librarians for a discussion of why certain books are best for kids at The grand opening of the library expansion project was five months ago, but the work of
different ages and stages. Registration is required. the Building Committee goes on. New office furniture for the staff, additional tabletop
Price of movies got you down? The library offers two free movie events each month: outlets for laptop computers and a new public access catalog table have appeared in the
Cinema Club and Family Movie Night. Cinema Club features classic films geared for last month. One of the last phases of any project is signage, and the library is no excep-
mature audiences who are interested in viewing and discussing a film. This month tion. In September the Committee awarded the bid for interior and exterior signs to
Gallipoli will be shown on November 6th at 6:30 p.m. Family Movie Night is scheduled Lauratano Signs of Terryville, CT. Delivery is expected this month. The other major con-
for November 20th at 6:30 p.m. and will feature the film Wall-E. (Rated G). Please call struction activity will be the upgrade of the 1982 elevator to meet 2008 sprinkler and
the library for more information. emergency standards. These improvements will unfortunately mean that the elevator will
Calling all Teens: the results are in! This year's Top Ten Favorite Books are: be out of service for several days, probably in late November or early December. During
Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer those days, handicapped access will be through the front door only.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling The mission of the Wallingford Public Library is to acquire, organize and make avail-
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney able books and other resources for the educational, informational, recreational, and inspi-
Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead rational needs of the entire Wallingford Community. Library locations and hours are as
Maximum Ride: Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports by James Patterson follows: Main Library, 200 North Main Street, Monday through Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare p.m. and Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Yalesville Branch located at 400 Church
The Sweet Far Thing by Libba Bray Street, is open on Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from
Extras by Scott Westerfeld 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please note the libraries will be closed on Tuesday, November
Before I Die by Jenny Downham 11th in observance of Veteran's Day and Thursday and Friday, November 27th and 28th
Twisted by Laurie Halse Anderson in observance of Thanksgiving. For more information on any of the above information
Thank you to all Wallingford Teens who participated in the Teen's Top 10 voting this and/or events, please call the library at 203-265-6754 or email
year. More than 8,000 teens voted around the country. bdevlin@lioninc.org.
More for Teens: it's time to dance! November 12th at 6:00 p.m., the library will be
hosting a Nintendo Wii Dance Dance Revolution Tournament. All teens are welcome to We will speed the day when all of God's children, black men and white
come and strut their stuff and possibly win a prize. Be sure to wear your dancing socks! men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join
Love Anime and /or Manga? Come to the library's Anime/Manga Swap on Tuesday, hands and sing ...Free at last, Free at last, Thank God Almighty, I'm free at
November 18th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. All teens welcome. The Mother-Daughter Book last. - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Nobody is stronger, nobody is weaker than someone who came back.
There is nothing you can do to such a person because whatever you
could do is less than what has already been done to him. We have
already paid the price. - Elie Wiesel
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the holiday festivities. Please join us if you or your business would like to support FCCLA's efforts.
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Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children 12 and under. For more information or to purchase tickets you can con-
tact:
Project Manager: Jenn Sperlazza 203-294- 5369 in the Lyman Hall Culinary Classroom
Or e-mail sdrossopoulos@wallingford.k12.ct.us
Flag Ceremony and Pasta Dinner Gallery 53 in open and available for events and celebrations. Space is suit-
Wallingford Emblem Club #289 will host a Flag Ceremony and Pasta Dinner on Thursday November 13th at the able for lectures, meetings, parties etc.
Wallingford Lodge of Elks-148 South Main St., Wallingford. Our beautiful environment with its ‘art’ bacground is inspiring for special
The Flag Ceremony consists of a presentation of "Flags with Narration" offered by Natalie Yasensky and a occasions.
Bicentennial Flag History Team. Included, also, will be the meaning of each fold made as the flag is retired. Visit us on the web at www.gallery53.org or call us at 203.235.5347. Our
Dinner will be served, starting at 6:PM for a donation of $5.00. Tickets may be obtained at the Lodge or at the director is Rita Sarris.
door.
The Flag Ceremony will follow dinner.
Should you have questions or concerns, I may be reached by phone at (203)467-5247 (East Haven, CT) or by e-mail at
pjvalente@snet.net. My sincere thanks for any assistance that you are able to render. Top Producers
Helping Hands Thrift Store is THANKFUL
for all the wonderful people who help support our cause
which is offering support to the Chrysalis Center for Women and Children of Domestic Violence as our main concern
as well as other organizations which the store offers assistance to. Without the donations and purchases made by the
public at the store we would not be able to assist all that are in need of help. The store will not turn anyone away if
they have proof of need at little or no cost to them. We have assisted the New Opportunities Organization, the Red
Cross, Childhood Dreams Organization, Masters Manor, even the Meriden Humane Society as well as individuals sent
to us due to unfortunate circumstances. The store does not receive any outside funding which is why we greatly appre-
ciate your donations so we can continue to remain open to help others. Please remember every time you donate items
(please in good working condition as it is an extra expense for the store to dispose of unuseable items) or make a pur-
chase you are helping someone else in need. Please tell your family and friends about our store, if you have not visited
Helping Hands Thrift Store which has 2 floors of merchandise we are located at 22 No. Turnpike Road in Wallingford.
Call (203) 284-0300 if more information is needed. Sorry we are not a consignment store and do not purchase items
from the public.
Please have a safe, healthy and happy Thanksgiving from the Helping Hands Thrift Store workers!
John Guerra, CEO of Guerra Realtors, is proud to announce the Top
Once, when my feet were bare, and I had not the means of obtaining shoes I came to the chief of Kufah in a state of Producing Real Estate Professionals for the Third Quarter of 2008. Top
much dejection, and saw there a man who had no feet. I returned thanks to God and acknowledged his mercies, and Seller's Agent is Carol Gargano. Top Buyer's Agent is Jean Lake. Top Sales
endured my want of shoes with patience - Sadi, The Gulistan Agents, that tied, are Laura Forcinelli, Carol Gargano and Maggie Griffin.
Top Relocation Producer is Paula Senna.
Registration Now
Taking Place!!
and take your pick from the apples, Adult, Young Artist
pears and more at our farm store. And Kinderartist
Classes.
Gift Certificates Available
EASEL WORKS
Creative Art Studio & Gallery
Open Tuesday-Friday 12pm-6pm Sat-Sun 10am-5pm Closed Mon.
294-1548
2 Quinnipiac Street, Wallingford
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Wallingford Senior Center News and Events
Our monthly newsletter can be read in its entirety the first of each month on our website at
What You Need To Know! www.wlfdseniorctr.com
VETERANS DAY PROGRAM on Monday, November 10, 11:00 AM Join us as we salute our veterans on
November 10, at 11:00 AM. The program will feature a keynote address, patriotic music by the Vintage Voices and
participation by local veterans groups. Come help us honor those who have served our nation.
WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP: ARTHRITIS & EXERCISE on Wednesday, November 12, 10:30 AM
Physical therapist Jeff Sederquist, a speaker for the Arthritis Foundation, will present a program on November 12, on
the benefits of exercise for persons coping with arthritis. Find out what kind of exercise can help minimize the effects
of arthritis. Please sign up in advance to attend this program which is sponsored by Westfield Care & Rehab Center.
Open to the public.
WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP: WHAT IS A HOSPITALIST? - AND WHY YOU SHOULD KNOW!
Wednesday, November 19, 10:00 AM - If you ever require hospitalization, you need to know what a hospitalist is.
MidState Medical Center introduced its Hospitalist Service in 2003, yet many people do not understand how the pro-
gram works. Join us on November 19, to hear Dr. Howard Dubin explain MidState's Hospitalist Program and why it is
important for you to know about it. Please sign up if you plan to attend. Open to the public.
GIFT WRAPPING SERVICE- Bring in your holiday gifts and let us gift wrap them for you! This service includes a
gift box, tissue, wrapping paper, bow and gift tag for just 50¢ for small and medium items, $1.00 for large items, and
$2.00 for extra large packages. Gift bags will also be available. This service will be offered November 19-21, 9:00 AM
to 2:00 PM, and then Monday through Wednesday, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, November 24 through December 10. All
proceeds from this service will benefit the senior center's program account.
STATE Wii BOWLING TOURNAMENT - Friday, November 14, 10:00 AM HealthNet is sponsoring the statewide
Wii bowling tournament at the Wallingford Senior Center on November 14. Join us to watch the state's top virtual
bowlers in action! Refreshments will be served. Open to the public.
MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN - Monday, November 24 A mammogram is a vital step in a woman's overall
Bouquet Makers preventive health care. Early detection is key in the fight against breast cancer. The Yale New Haven Digital Mobile
The Wallingford Garden Club had a floral design workshop at the First Mammography Van will be at the Wallingford Senior Center on November 24 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. If you have
Baptist Church recently for their Womens Group. Materials were supplied not had your annual mammogram, call 688-6800 to schedule your appointment.
by Wallingford Garden Club members and Wade Elmer, vendor of Mollies
Flowers from the Wallingford Gardeners Market. Barbara Bruce demon- SOCIAL SERVICES
strated 5 different floral designs and bouquet packets were distributed to CONNECTICUT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CEAP) 2008-2009 HEATING SEASON
each participant. Assisting Barbara Bruce were Clare Clark, Carole Appointments for assistance with Oil, Kerosene and Wood heat continue to be scheduled at the Wallingford Senior
Golitko, Ellie Tessmer, Marilyn Ollayos, and President Lillian Weaver. Center. Anyone 60 years of age and over is encouraged to apply. Income limits for a single person is $29,272.36 and
The Wallingford Garden Club is a member of the Federated Garden Clubs for a couple is $38,279.24. Asset limits also apply.
Applicants MUST bring two (2) photocopies of the following to the appointment:
of CT and National Garden Clubs, Inc.
1. Most recent checking, savings, CD, Annuity, IRA, stocks or bonds statements or any other financial information.
Photo: Carole Golitko handing out bouquet packets to participants.
2. Verification of Social Security benefits, Pension, dividend and/or interest income.
3. Four most recent pay stubs, if employed.
4. Rental Income: rent stub or copy of check deposited into bank account
People’s Press Crossword November 2008 5. Most recent utility bill.
Answers. Puzzle by Ruth Gordon. 6. Electric bill.
APPLICATIONS ARE TAKEN
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
To schedule an appointment, please call 265 7753.
ENERGY ASSISTANCE DATES WALLINGFORD SENIOR HOUSING - Applications will be completed on the
following dates and times. Please see your Community Room bulletin board for information on documents needed to
complete the application.
Wednesday, December 3
McKenna Court 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Southside Terrace 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Friday, December 5
John Savage Commons 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Eastside Terrace 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 9
McGuire Court 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
BENEFITS SCREENING Tuesday, November 18, 10-12 noon Only a few individuals age 60 and older have called
for Benefits QuickLINK, a private, free and confidential program which quickly screens your eligibility for these
available state and federal programs:
. Medicare: Savings, Prescription Drug coverage, & Rx Extra Help
. State Prescription Drug Assistance Programs
. Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
. State Property Tax Relief/Rebates
. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
. Telephone Assistance (Link-up and Lifeline)
Supporting documents not required, but please bring the following information with you to your appointment: l.
Monthly income (social security, pension, dividends and interest). 2. Monthly expenses (heating, fuel, gas, electricity,
water, telephone, rent or mortgage payments and medical expenses note covered by health insurance). 3. Asset infor-
mation (savings, estimated value of home and car, life insurance benefits). 4. A list of all current prescriptions.
Pre-registration required. Call now 265 7753 to schedule an appointment.
MEDICARE PROGRAMS and SOCIAL SECURITY
Tuesday, DECEMBER 9, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. It's that time of year again when decisions need to be made regarding
next year's Medicare. The Medicare RX Express will be at the Wallingford Senior Center to answer your questions
and assist you. If you have any questions, such as: Should I have traditional Medicare with a Supplemental or
Medigap policy? If so, which Medigap policy is right for me? Is a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO) right for me?
Am I on the right Prescription Drug Program? Does the formulary list all of my medications? Am I eligible for
ConnPACE Prescription Drug Program? Am I eligible for the Medicare Savings Program which pays part or all of my
Medicare premium? If you have any of these questions or others, please call to schedule and appointment. Please
call 265-7753 to schedule.
Appointments are required and limited.
SOCIAL SECURITY: On the same day, someone will also be available to answer any questions you may have
about your Social Security. No Appointment is necessary.
DIABETES SUPPORT Wednesday, November 12, 1:00 p.m.
LOW VISION SUPPORT Friday, November 21, 10:15 a.m.
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November is Lung Cancer Awareness "I've fallen and I can't get up!"
by Barbara Sherburne
Month/Great American Smoke-Out barndt49@yahoo.com
Did you know: Remember that ad from 1989 with Mrs. Fletcher? I do. We all thought it was kind of funny when it came out on TV.
" November 20th is designated as "Smoke Free" day. Set your calendar and Lots of people made fun of Mrs. Fletcher, and we all laughed. The phrase stuck around for years in various permuta-
prepare to smell the roses! tions. It was on lots of TV shows.
" Smoking accounts for at least 30% of all cancer deaths. We are now approaching yet another Thanksgiving Day in November, November 27th actually. I think many of us,
" Over 80% of adult smokers started smoking before they were 18. I'll include myself here, think we have fallen and are having a rather hard time getting up. It is not a laughing matter at
" 25% of high school students reported that they had their first cigarette by this point. I am only 58 (59 in another month), so I am fortunate that I did not experience the time of the Great
age 13. Depression, as my mother did. I have a great deal to be thankful for, but some days are tough. We all have them, and
" Each year about 3,000 nonsmoking adults die of lung cancer as a result of some worse than others, to be sure.
secondhand smoke. I think I have gone through the roughest times people go through, losing my parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles,
cousins, siblings, and close friends. Thankfully, I have never lost a child. That is a travesty. I thank God I did not go
" If you smoke 1 pack of cigarettes a day for 1 year, it cost over $2,500!
through that. I have lost a lot of pets I cared for dearly, and all the animal lovers who are reading this will understand
" Within 20 minutes of quitting your blood pressure and pulse rate return to what a tremendous loss a pet's life can be. I have experienced this kind of sorrow many times.
normal; within 24 hours your risk of a heart attack starts to drop; within 2 I may not have used these precise words, "I've fallen and I can't get up," but I have used similar phrases. I have said
days your sense of smell and taste improve; and immediately upon quitting things like, "I don't know how I can go on." "I don't know why I am here." "I don't know what the purpose of life is
you'll start to save money. anymore."
Millions of baby boomers are approaching retirement age. Make a choice Life is tough, and there is no getting around that. But life is also good. Where would I be if I were not here in the
today to enjoy your retirement, pledge to live a healthier life, quit smoking. United States of America, a country I hold dearly to my heart? I am very grateful to be a citizen here, and I played no
For information: part in it. My forefathers did, thankfully. They came from Germany and settled in Pennsylvania, and I am extremely
Wallingford Health Dept. at 294-2065 or the American Cancer Society at 1- grateful for that. God knows where I would be if they had not come to this great land!
800-ACS-2345 The irony of this phrase that was used in a commercial almost 20 years ago is that we can get up. We can stand up
or CT Quit Line at 1-866-363-4224; American Lung Association 1-800- and do wonderful things. We have so much to be thankful for in this country, and we oftentimes take it for granted. We
LUNG-USA worry about things like the price at the gas pump, and yet Europe was ahead of our gas prices years and years ago.
How much, really, has a gallon of milk gone up in 30 years compared to a gallon of gasoline? Not much. Not really.
What about the price of a dozen eggs? Not much. Not really.
I am thankful for Thanksgiving, which began in 1621 with the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Indians in
Massachusetts. It was celebrated many times over the ensuing years, but it was not until 1941 when President Roosevelt
Tanzania Trails signed a bill on the 26th of November (my birthday) that it became an official yearly celebration on the fourth Thursday
of November.
We can’t pass up another African We need to put a positive spin on this phrase "I've fallen and I can't get up," and instead say something like, "I may
safari this winter, and have have fallen, but I will get up, and I will be better for it." I am thankful for this country and this land. On this
designed our 2009 TANZANIAN Thanksgiving Day I will say a prayer to God and express my thanks for the gift of living here. There is no better place
TREASURE TROVE. Visit Arusha, on earth. There is no place like home.
Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti
National Park, Lake Ndutu and
Lake Manyara. If this is a first, you
Holiday Meal Food Safety Tips
owe it to yourself. It is a MUST! Holidays are here! And with the holidays comes food, lots of food. High protein, high moisture foods such as turkey
Call for brochure! present the potential for a foodborne illness. Follow the "turkey basics" for a safe holiday.
January 31 - February 11, 2009
105 Hanover Street in Meriden 1. Keep all refrigerated foods cold; thaw frozen food in the refrigerator not on the kitchen counter. Generally, it takes
24 hours per 5 pounds of turkey to thaw in the refrigerator. If you don't have enough time, thaw under running water
203.634.3500 1.800.624.3516
for about 30 minutes per pound.
Email: ktwinc@aol.com 2. Cook a fresh turkey within 2 days of purchase.
www.kingtravelways.com 3. If you are cooking a stuffed turkey, mix the ingredients just before it goes in the turkey and stuff loosely, about 3/4
cup per pound of turkey.
Lose Weight...Win $$$$! 4. Always use a thermometer when cooking, do not rely on time alone to know when your meal is ready. The bird is
done when it reaches 180 degrees F in the innermost thigh and a stuffed bird should reach 165 degrees in the center of
the stuffing. Remember that a stuffed bird takes longer to cook.
Great 6 week program advising proper 5. Set the oven temperature no lower than 325 degrees F.
nutrition and exercise. What about all those leftovers? Always reheat to 165 degrees F. Refrigerate or freeze leftovers promptly in small
shallow containers and wrap tightly. How long should you keep your leftovers?
Cash Prize to the "Biggest Loser"! Refrigerator:
Cooked turkey 3-4 days
Frozen:
Turkey slices/pieces 4 mos
Stuffing and gravy 1-2 days Turkey with gray 6 mos.
Get a head start on your New Year other dishes 3-4 days Stuffing 1 mo.
You should also have plenty of fresh cut vegetables on hand for those in-between meal munchies. Try to incorporate
Resolution! For info or to register... some holiday spirit that doesn't focus on food. Why not take a walk after the meal before the pie. You can have a safe
Contact Kathy 1-888-493-1069 and healthy holiday! Put a gift certificate to a local gym on your Christmas wish list or a new pair of sneakers.
For more information contact the Wallingford Health Dept at 294-2065 or the toll free USDA Meat and Poultry
Hotline at 1-800-535-4555. We also have FREE magnets with Safe Food Temperatures so you won't forget. Stop by
Wallingford Town hall, rm. 215 today.
What You Need To Know! Seasonal Home Safety Tips From Your Community Life Line
South Meriden Volunteer Fire Department Serving for over 100 years
Some timely safety tips in advance of the upcoming winter season. With the cooling temperatures comes the
increased risk of fire deaths. In 2007, 2,800 Americans unintentionally lost their lives to fires, flames, and smoke,
according to National Safety Council.
To help protect you & your families SMVFD is offering the following safety tips:
Smoke Detectors
One is definitely not enough! Every home should be equipped with smoke detectors on every level, particularly out-
side sleeping areas.
Ensure that your smoke detectors are tested monthly and batteries are replaced twice a year. Change batteries when
you change your clocks.
Encourage children to help test the smoke detectors. Familiarize them with the sounds of the alarm(s).
Fire Extinguishers
Keep an all-purpose fire extinguisher in your kitchen (one rated for grease fires and electrical fires.)
It's a good idea to keep fire extinguishers near the furnace, garage, and anywhere else a fire may start. These extin-
guishers are affordable, life-saving equipment for your home.
Make sure every able-bodied member of the family is trained and familiar with the proper way to use the fire extin-
guishers.
If you must use an extinguisher, make sure you have a clear way out in the event you can't put out the fire.
Remember to call (911) in case of a fire. Even though you might be trained in the use of a fire extinguisher it does not
North Haven Garden Club Meeting: Holiday Table mean the fire will be put out. Hesitation on calling the fire department could be costly to life and property.
Flammables
The North Haven Garden Club will have a special meeting on Holiday
Keep matches, lighters, and candles out of reach and out of sight of children! Smoking is dangerous! No one should
Decorations Thursday, Nov 13, 2008 at 7:00 at North Haven First ever smoke in bed. Make sure that cigarettes/cigars are extinguished properly before dumping ashes.
Congregational Church on 28 Church St. This meeting is open to the pub- Avoid grease build-up in the kitchen and on appliances. Cooking fires are common. Don't leave food cooking on
lic. The program will be Louis Lista of Pond House Café at Elizabeth Park. stovetops unattended.
He will present a program on entertaining and decorating for the holidays If a fire should occur, suffocate it with a pot/pan lid or a cookie sheet, or close the oven door. And remember to call
using fresh fruits and vegetables as part of the table arrangements. (911) if fire can not be immediately controlled.
The public is invited. Hostesses are chair: Marie Tiberio with Joan Around the holidays, Christmas trees are a primary concern. Consider using an artificial tree that is labeled "flame
Longobardi and Cathy Parent assisting. Table Arrangement will be by Rita resistant." If you do use an evergreen, water it daily to keep it from drying out. Make sure to inspect stringed lights
Gangi North Haven Garden Club is a member of The Federated Garden and window ornaments annually for deterioration.
Clubs of Connecticut, Inc and National Garden Clubs, Inc. Dispose of materials from fireplaces and grills in non-flammable containers.
Never put children to sleep in "day" clothes. Fire-retardant sleepwear can make a difference in burn outcomes.
Photo by Ellie Tessmer Holiday Design by Tony Todesco
Electrical Safety and Heat Sources
Make sure your electrical system is not being over-taxed. This can cause a fire. Do your lights dim or flicker when
SILVER CITY COIN & STAMPS extra appliances are plugged in? If you have questions or concerns, consult a certified electrician.
Inspect wires. If you find any worn or exposed wiring from appliances, discontinue their use immediately! A fire is
COLLECTIBLES imminent!
Space heaters can be dangerous if not used correctly. Make sure yours will automatically shut off if tipped over.
Consult the operating instructions to make sure you are using space heaters, gas fireplaces, and other heat sources as
STAMPS • COVERS • COINS • TOKENS intended by the manufacturer. Keep all flammable materials away from heat sources! If there are young children in the
house, make sure space heaters and hot water heaters are inaccessible.
PAPER MONEY • POSTCARDS • HOBBY SUPPLIES Chimney fires are common. Have your chimney inspected and cleaned annually.
Keep appliances unplugged when not in use.
A GREAT GIFT SELECTION FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Escaping a Fire
41 COLONY STREET, MERIDEN, CT 06451 Keep bedroom doors shut while sleeping. If you think there is a fire, feel the door and knob for heat before opening.
Have an escape route for each area of the home and a designated meeting place outside.
(203) 235-7634 Draw a map--one that's easy for all members of the family and visitors to understand.
When planning for a family with young children, be sure to teach them not to hide from fire or smoke and to go to
firefighters who are there to help them.
All children should be familiar with the ideas of "crawling underneath the smoke" to escape a fire. "Stop, drop, and
roll" is another safety principle that must be ingrained into children's minds.
Multi-storied buildings are of special concern. Ensure that everyone is familiar with how to use an escape ladder if
necessary.
Make sure every sleeping room has two means of escape in the event of a fire.
Windows provide a secondary means of escape. Ensure they are in proper working order, are not painted shut, and
This edition of “The People’s Press, Your Town, Your News, Your guards are able to be disengaged in case of fire and escape is necessary through that window.
Views” serves the needs of the communities of Wallingford and Meriden, Everyone must understand that once you escape, you must never reenter a burning building--no matter what you might
Connecticut. For safety reasons we do not publish the last name of have left behind.
artists/writers under the age of 15. 5% of all annual net proceeds are Call emergency responders (911) from a neighbor's house.
donated in kind or in financial donation to local charities and organiza- Make sure to practice your escape plan periodically. It will be easier to remember in case of an emergency.
tions. Young children should know their street address and last name and, of course, how to dial (911).
This newspaper is not affiliated with any other newspaper. After you've planned for the family, don't forget the pets. Alert firefighters about your pets. Don't rely on window or
Publishers: Andrew& Dawn Reynolds door decals to alert firefighters--such decals are often found to be outdated. In the event your pet suffers from smoke
inhalation, rush the animal to the vet.
peoplespress@peoplespressnews.com Our Officers and Members wish good health to you and the family the above information should help keep us all
Managing Editor Dawn A. N.-Reynolds safe.
dawnwork@peoplespressnews.com Chief Keith Gordon
Copy Editor Dawn A. N.-Reynolds
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Advertising Andy Reynolds Meriden earns HEARTSafe Community designation
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Public Health (DPH), in collaboration
Web Site Web Solutions, LLC with the American Heart Association,
Writers YOU WRITE IT....WE PRINT IT!!! announces that the City of Meriden
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The People’s Press will make every effort to see that all advertising copy is A HEARTSafe Community promotes and supports: CPR training in the community; public access to defibrillation
correctly printed. The publisher assumes no responsibility for typographical through strategic placement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for use by public safety professionals and
errors in advertising, advertising inadvertently left out; but will gladly reprint, other trained community members; and early advanced care.
without charge, that part of an advertisement is which any error may have Meriden met the program requirements for public placement of AEDs, trained community residents, and equipped,
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publisher takes no responsibility for statements or claims made in any adver- training programs and expand the availability of AEDs in public locations.
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