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From the Chamber…
t’s with great pleasure that we present the Tolland County Chamber of Commerce Community & Visitors Guide. A resource to our members, residents and visitors, the publication includes a listing
To l land County towns and community
The Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization representing the interests of businesses and professions in Tolland County, and is committed to adding value to the community by working with local
keeping our business and professional community competitive. The Chamber’s advocacy is combined with a schedule of quality programs and events throughout the year to help members develop strategic relat
new information, and maximize marketing opportunities.
The County is comprised of 13 unique and diverse towns, offering a variety of professional services and mostly independently owned stores, restaurants and cultural institutions.
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building an economically thriving and culturally diverse community for all who live, work and travel here We hope you will support your local businesses and professionals and consider joining us in our civic leadership role, as we move forward and continue to make great strides working for our members and helping Tolland County embark upon a wonderful new era.
Katherine Mullen
Candice Corcione PRESIDENT, TCCC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
MASSACHUSETTS CONNECTICUT
The Essence of Tolland County
By Drew Crandall | President, Keep in Touch
MY FIRST EXPERIENCE as a resident of Tolland County was in Storrs, as a student at the University of Connecticut. After I graduated, m y c a r e e r t o o k m e t o Wa s h i n g t o n D C a n d
C h i c a g o , b u t t h e r e w a s s o m e t h i n g s p e c i a l about Tolland County that always appealed to me. I found my way back, and have lived a n d w o r k e d h e r e f o r decades.
As the host of Tolland County Economy, a weekly prime-time business TV talk show on Comcast, I’ve interviewed hundreds of local leaders in the business, non-profit, education, healthcare and government sectors. I’ve asked them, “Why do you choose to live and work here?” The overwhelming answer is summed up in three words, “Quality of Life ” People throughout the state, across the country, and around the world are choosing to settle here.
JOBS: Tolland County has about 3,000 works i t e s , e m p l o y i
e m p l o y m e n t r a t e i s i n t h e v i c i n i t y o f 9 4 % , better than the national average A surprisi n g n u m b e r o f o u r b u s i n e s s e s h a v e a s i g n i f i c a n t r e g
impact in their niche markets. The County
including Hartford and Springfield.
Tolland County has a distinct country feel. For first-time visitors, or for people simply d r i v i n g t h r o u g h o n I - 8 4 o r R o u t e 2 , t h e County’s rural appearance can be deceiving. You won’t see big corporate headquarters or s p r a w l i n g m a n u f a c t u r i n g c o m p l e x e s a l o n g the highways. But the reality is, “there’s a lot of life in these woods!” R O O M T O B R E AT H E : I n To l l a n d C o u n t y, y o u c a n b u y a h o m e w i t h b r e a t h i n g r o o m , instead of a postage-stamp lot. Our population density is 372 people per square mile, c o m p a r e d w i t h a b o u t 1 , 2 0 0 i n H a r t f o r d C o u n t y a n d o v e r 1 , 4 0 0 i n N e w H a v e n a n d Fairfield Counties.
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o f t h e highest-ranked publ i c u n i v e r s i t i e s i n the country, the University of Connecticut. Yo u w o u l d b e a m a z e d h o w m a n y To l l a n d County residents graduate from UConn and decide to live here.
T R A N S P O R TAT I O N : To l l a n d C o u n t y h a s hundreds of miles of quaint country roads, but it also has highways that quickly link residents with points north, south, east and west. Bradley International Airport is just a short drive away, so residents can conveniently travel and do business around the world. H E
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CULTURE: When it comes to music, the dram a t i c a r t s , v i s u a l a r t s , m u s e u m s a n d
historical sites, Tolland County has i t s s h a r e o f f a s c i n a t i n g v e n u e s I t i s a l s o w i t h i n a t w o - h o u r d r i v e o f a p o t p o u r r i o f venues, from Boston to New York City.
SPORTS: Tolland County residents love their sports! The County has many indoor and out-
or health clubs and athletic facilities. It home to nationally-acclaimed UConn usky collegiate sports teams. Within a wo-hour drive, there are also many opporunities to participate in professional sporting events from Boston to New York City.
NATURE: Tolland County has many scenic parks, hiking trails and places m, boat and fish. Within a reasonable half-day’s drive, residents can partake of the White Mountains, the Maine seacoast, Cape Cod, the Adirondacks, Catskills, Long Island Sound and more.
SHOPPING: In Tolland County, residents can enjoy the best of both worlds: country living
and close proximity to major shopping centers in Manchester and Enfield.
THE SEASONS: Once in a while, we get a r e c o r d - b r e a k i n g w i n t e r O v e r a l l , To l l a n d County’s relatively moderate climate gives r e s i d e n t s t h e o p p o r t u n i t y t o e n j o y a l
f o u r seasons without major issues.
THE PEOPLE: With roots in agriculture and manufacturing, families in Tolland County t e n d t o b e h a r d - w o r k i n g , e n t r e p r e n e u r i a l , and down to earth
Whether a visitor or resident, all of these factors contribute to the unique, eclectic, and abundant Quality of Life in Tolland County.
AN DOVE R
ag riculture, animals, arrowheads & antiques… all are part of the storied Andover
THE ANDOVER ECCLESIASTICAL Society was formed in 1747 and eventually became t h e t o w n o f A n d o v e r, i n 1 8 4 8 . I t s e a r l y
m u n i c i p a l b u i l d i n g s a r e s t i l l v i s i b l e a l o n g
Route 6, which serves as a “Main Street” and is lined with historic homes and sites.
US Route 6, the Hop River Corridor, has been improved and now provides safe, convenient a c c e s s t o H a r t f o r d v i a I - 3 8 4 , a n d i s a l s o a direct route to Providence, RI. This corridor also has historic significance as a waypoint and camp on the 1781 march of French General Rochambeau’s army from Newport, RI to join Washington’s Continental Army, which culminated in the victory for American Independence at Yorktown, Virginia The march and camp are commemorated on Hendee and Hutchinson Roads.
Town Office Building 17 School Rd., Andover, C T 0 6232
8 6 0-742-7305
www andoverconnecticut org
Form of Government: Selectmen
Population: 3,6 00
Schools: Andover Elementar y School
R HAM (Region 8) High School
Middle Schools in Hebron
Cyclists, hikers and cross-country skiers take advantage of the adjacent Hop River Trail, w h i c h r u n s f r
Notch. A rails-to-trail conversion, it connects with other trails to form part of the East Coast G r e e n w a y. T h
across Rt 6 from the Andover Congregational Church.
The Andover Historical Society Museum is located at Monument Lane on Rt. 316 and is open from 10 am to 4 pm on select Sundays which are announced in the River East News
B u l l e t i n . W h e n t h e m u s e u m i s n o t o p e n , much of Andover may be seen as a museum with private and unspoiled rural and historic resources Agricultural enterprises include equestrian, horticultural, silvaculture, herbs & textiles, crafts, plants, flowers, beef cattle
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each of the farm/stores.
Andover offers youth baseball and soccer on Lon Hill; active Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs community dinners at the Congregational Church and Fire Department; a Breakfast & Library book sale in May, periodic Historical Society presentations and fall and spring plant and Tag Sales Come experience our Farmer’s Market in the su Long Hill ballfields on Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00. Watch for posted signs!
Agricultural Products & Services
AN DOVE R COU NTRY GAR DE N A variety of horticultural products are featured: plants, herbs, Christmas trees, wreaths, bird houses, garden and lawn pieces, fountains, mulch, top soil, sand, compost, complete garden supplies and wild bird feed.
5 Hendee Road, 860-742-6043
FOU R WI N DS FAR M A friendly, familyoriented horse-riding stable offering boarding, training and lessons – beginners to advanced
168 Boston Hill Road, 860-742-9800.
SIISMETS FARM Hay and beef animals are featured Registered American Polled Herefords are raised for beef and breeding purposes. 79 Boston Hill Road.
AM E R IC AN AR BOR I STS Ornamental shrubs, Insect & disease diagnosis and treatment, removal, pruning, and cabling of large trees. 18 Bailey Road, 860-456-2297.
N EW E NG L AN D ORGAN ICS Certified herbalists specializing in organically grown or ethically wildcrafted herbs, extracts, teas and fabric Order by mail or by appointment.
16 Rockledge Drive, 860-742-7460.
SCOT T’S TR E E FAR M A choose-and-cut Christmas tree plantation with approximately 11,000 trees from which to select. Open from the day after Thanksgiving to December 24th Both wholesale and retail sales.
11 Bunker Hill Road, 860-742-9965
H U R ST FAR M & COU NTRY STOR E An oldfashioned farm using antique equipment on top of a hill with a beautiful view. Country store features honey, maple syrup, berries, pumpkins, herbs, flowers, hanging baskets, and fall hayrides.
746 E ast Street, 860-646-6536
BOLTON
a town for all seasons
INCORPORATED IN 1720, Bolton is a Town For All Seasons. Whether you have a growing family, growing business, or both, Bolton offers an excellent opportunity for development We are a suburban community with a
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a n d N e w Yo r k Bolton’s close proximity to the Hartford area provides numerous work, cultural and recreational activities.
Historic Bolton Center includes the Bolton Heritage Farm, the Congregational Church, the Town Hall, the Bentley Memorial Library and two greens. Several of these properties are listed on the National Register of Historic
Town Hall 222 Bolton Center Road
Bolton, C T 0 6 0 43
8 6 0-6 49-8 0 6 6 Fax: 8 6 0-6 43-0021
Email: joyce stille@boltonct org http://bolton govoffice com
from the trails through Bolton Heritage Farm
Recreational opportunities abound in Bolton and the surrounding area. In addition to two s t a t e p a r k s , B o l
Freja Park o n U . S . R
hiking trails. Herrick Park on Hebron Road has a community building, a playscape, baseball/softball fields, soccer field and basketball court. Located on Bolton Lake, Indian Notch Park is open during the summer months and has swimming, a picnic area and pavilion, a baseball field and basketball court.
COLU M BIA
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Lebanon Crank, Columbia was incorporated in 1804. Forty-two miles of town roads have the pristine Columbia Lake as their focal point. The First Church of Christ in Hartford is owner of a summer camp, Center Church Camp AstoWamah (Clear Water) at Columbia Lake, which is the oldest continuous running church c a m p i n t h
scenic Mono Pond is partially state owned and offers a rowboat launch site and views of t h e n a t u r a l h a b i t a t . F i s h i n g a n
r i n g nature trails are summertime activities of both residents and visitors. The town green is in
Town Hall
323 Jonathan Trumbull Hw y , (Rt 87)
Columbia, C T 0 6237
8 6 0-228-0110 Fax: 8 6 0-228-1952
E-mail: town@columbiact org
www columbiact org
Form of Government: Selectmen
Population: 5,0 8 0 Area: 21 9 sq mi
Schools:
Columbia Elementar y School K-8
Secondar y students choose either Windham High School or Lyman Memorial High School in Lebanon
the center of town and is surrounded by the town buildings.
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y Parade; The Lions Club Chicken Barbecue in August.
Historical Footnote
The original Moor’s Indian Charity School is situated on the town green. In 1755 Eleazar Wheelock, DD, Minister at Lebanon Crank founded this school to educate Indian boys. In 1769 the institute was removed to Hanover, New Hampshire and from this beginning arose Dartmouth College.
COVE NTRY
the g ateway to northeastern Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner”
COVENTRY WAS INCORPORATED in 1712 and traditionally has been an agricultural and industrial community. Many manufacturing mills which were active in the 19th and early 20th centuries existed along the rivers of the town. Later, the town became a tourist destin a t i o n w h e n m a n y v a c a t i o n h o m e s w e r e developed along the shores of Coventry Lake. The town has seen some significant residential growth in recent years, but possesses a strong rural character.
C o v e n t r y i s t h e b i r t h p l a c e o f N a t h a n Hale, whose patriotism during the American R e v o l u t i o n d i s t i n g u i s h e s h i m a s C o n n e c t icut’s official state hero Visitors from around the world enjoy the Hale Homestead (2299 South Street), an operating museum celebrating the Hale family. Coventry is the home of the Nathan Hale Ancient Fife & Drums, which performs regionally and holds a Colon i a l E n c a m p m e n t a n d M u s t e r a t t h e H a l e Homestead. Other events at the Homestead include a celebration of Capt. Hale’s birthw a l k i n g t o u r s a n d a corn maze.
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Vi e t n a m Ve t e r a n ’s Memorial that contains h e n a m e s o f a l l 6 1 2 onnecticut military pero n n e l w h o g a v e t h e i r life during that conflict It is located on the Veteran’s Memorial Green, Lake Street.
Town Hall
1712 Main Street, Coventr y, C T 0 6238
8 6 0-742-6324 Fax: 8 6 0-742-8 911
www coventr yct org
Form of Government: Council/Manager
Population: 12,5 00
Area: 37.3 sq. mi.
Schools:
Coventr y Grammar School K-2
George Hersey Rober tson School 3-5
C apt Nathan Hale School 6-8
Coventr y High School 9-12
The Visitor’s Center, located on Rt 31 (1195 M a i n S t r e e t ) , o f f e r s m a p
variety of dining and antique shopping establ i s h m e n t s a n d p o s s e s s i n g a r i c h i n
history. For information, call 860-742-1085.
T h e Booth & Dimock Memorial Library i s located at 1134 Main Street and offers many innovative programs for children, teens and adults. For information call 860-742-7606 or visit www.coventrypl.org.
The Coventry Historical Society maintains the Strong-Porter House (c 1730) at 2382 South Street, just west of the Nathan Hale Homestead, which serves as the Historical Society’s Museum. The Brick Schoolhouse (c.1823-25) is located at the intersection of Merrow Road and Goose Lane.
A popular and vibrant Farmer’s Market takes p l a
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day from 11AM to 2PM June – October, and i n d o o r s a t C o v e n t r y H i
h S c h o o l ( 7 8 R i pley Hill Road) from late November through F e b r u a r y F o
www.coventryfarmersmarket.com.
C a s s i d y H i l l Vi n e y a r d , 4 5 4 C a s s i d y H i l l Road, is a boutique winery offering wine-tastings, vineyard walks and a summer concert series. www.cassidyhillvineyard.com.
Looking for unique lodging? Try Special Joys
D o l l & To y M u s e u m , a Vi c t o r i a n - s t y l e t o y shop at 41 North River Road which is also a Bed and Breakfast. Call 860-742-6359 or visit www.bestofnewengland.com/specialjoys. For
c o l o n i a l c h a r m , s t a y a t t h e D a n i e l R u s t House, 2011 Main Street, established in 1800.
C a l l 8 6 0 - 7 4 2 - 0 0 3 2 o r
rusthouse.com.
Coventry possesses many open space prope r t i e s w i t h h i k i n g t r a i l s . S o m e o f
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Nathan Hale State Forest is over 1,500 acres
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Park, Mill Brook Park, Patriots Park Woods, Laidlaw Park Trail and Creaser Park. For more information visit www.coventryrec.com.
T h e r e a r e t w o g o l f c o u r s e s i n C o v e n t r y : Skungamaug River Golf Club on Folly Lane – call 860-742-9348 or visit www.skungamauggolf.com; and Twin Hills Country Club on Rt. 31 For information call 860-742-9705 or visit www.twinhillscountryclub.com.
Patriots Park (124 Lake Street) consists of 17 a c r e s o n C o v e n t r y L a k
center and lodge available for group rental. It also features a playscape, pavilion, bandshell, picnic area with grills, canoe and kayak r e n t a l a n d f r e e p a r k i n g . T h e b e a c h i s
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from mid-June until Labor Day. Parking fees a p p l y. S e e w w w. c o v e n
information about Coventry’s other parks and recreational amenities.
Coventry Lake i s t h e p l a
, boating and water-skiing with a state-owned boat launch at the south end of the lake just w e s t o f t h e e n t r a n c e t o P a t r i o t s P a r k . T h e Willimantic River is also a favorite spot for canoeing and fishing. For more information, visit www willimanticriver org
E LLI NGTON
A g reat pl ace to g row!
O R I G I N A L LY PA R T O F E a s t Wi n d s o r, Ellington was known as the “Great Marsh.”
I t w a s s e t t l e d i n a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1 7 2 0 a n d incorporated in 1786. Agriculture has been vital to the growth of Ellington Today, country charm is a trademark.
The Nellie McKnight Museum is located at 70 Main Street; 860-871-0459.
T h e H a l l M e m o r i a l L i b r a r y i s a t 9 3 M a i n Street in the center of town; 860-870-3160; http://library ellington-ct gov
The Ellington Senior Center is located at 40 M a p l e S t r e e t ; 8 6 0 - 8 7 0 - 3 1 8 3 ; h t t p : / / s e n i o rcenter.ellington-ct.gov.
E l l i n g t o n A i r p o r t i s p r i v a t e l y o w n e d a n d operated as a public use airport. It is centrally located to provide air carrier service to both New York and Boston. It can accommodate both fixed and rotary wing aircraft For information call 860-871-2054.
E l l i n g t o n A g w a y 1 1 , f o r m e r l y T h e Va l l e y Fish Market and Restaurant at 80 West Road, o r i g i n a l l y a o n e - r o o m s c h o o l h o u s e d a t i n g back to 1875.
Town Hall
55 Main St , Elling ton, C T 0 6 029
8 6 0-870-3100 Fax: 8 6 0-870-3102
Form of Government:
Town Meeting/Board of Selectmen
Population: 15,6 02 Area: 34 8 sq mi
Schools:
Center Elementar y School
Cr ystal Lake School
Windermere Elementar y School
Elling ton Middle School
Elling ton High School
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modate larger events.
The Indian Valley YMCA opened in the fall of 2010, located at 11 Pinney Street, call 860871-0008, provides fitness programs, swim center, child care & sports program.
Other activities include parachuting at Ellington Airport; boating, swimming and fishing at Crystal Lake; tennis, soccer, baseball/softball and volleyball at Brookside Park; walking
t r a i l s a n d c o m
Property; Hockanum River Trails; Ellington Farmers’ Market at Arbor Park in the summ e r a n d a t t h e Y M
(ellingtonfarmersmarket com)
Special events include the Summer Concert Series at Arbor Park; Parks and Recreations
a n d R i s e A b o v e Yo u t h L e a
i p G r o u p sponsored Kid’s Fair (June); Ellington Vol-
u n t e e r F i r e D e p
and Parade (September); Annual Ellington F
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Tr i a t h l o n ( J u l y ) ; A n n u a l Wi n t e r f e s t H o l iday Celebration (December).
H E BRON
“Come G row With Us”
INCORPORATED IN 1708, Hebron’s town
c e n t e r n o w s i t s a t t h e c r o s s r o a d s o f R t s . 6 6 and 85. Today, it embraces the future while honoring the past. Visitors can golf at our two country clubs, horseback ride, fish, cross-country ski and swim at our many parks, and hike our miles of trails. The whole family will enjoy the fun of an old-fashioned country fair at the Hebron Harvest Fair or watch maple syrup being made at our Maple Fest. We have fine examples of period architecture, friendly people, and beautiful views. Come visit and experience the best of country life in the 21st century, come to Hebron.
Air Line Trail – Accessible off Rt. 85 Lum-
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center, just south of Marlborough and continuing through southern Hebron. Sections of the trail are currently being enjoyed and utilized for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, running, etc Maps are available at the Town Office Building.
Town Office Building
15 Gilead St (Rt 85), Hebron, CT 06248
8 6 0-228-5 971 Fax: 8 6 0-228-485 9
E-mail: relee@hebronct com www hebronct com
Form of Government:
Town Manager/Selectmen
Population: 9,222 Area: 37.5
Schools:
Gilead Hill Elementar y School K-3
Hebron Elementar y School 4-6
R HAM Middle School 7-8
R HAM Senior High School 9-12
Grayville Falls –
Gay City State Park – located on Rt. 85 near t h e H e b r o n / B o l
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Family deeded land to the State. The site supp
several hundred families. Remains of these settlements are visible along the hiking trails. The park offers swimming and picnic areas plus miles of maintained trails. Open from sunrise until sundown.
Hebron Veteran’s Memorial Park – located on Rt. 316 across from RHAM High School, is a town park established in 1992. The facility offers baseball, softball and soccer fields, a basketball court, playscape and skateboard area. Open from sunrise until sundown H
H e b r o n C e n t e r i
. T h e site offers fishing and boating activities Open from sunrise until sundown.
Annual Events
H E B RON MAP LE F E ST Taking place during the second weekend in March, this self-guided tour of 6 maple syrup producing houses demonstrates the actual production of maple syrup and related products. Activities include “ sugar on snow ” tasting, dog sled racing, pancake breakfast and roast beef dinner The tour is free, however there are fees associated with selected activities. Maps avail able at Town Office Building and Ted’s Supermarket.
SAG LIO’S FAR M Offers fields of pumpkins in September and October, from 10 am to 5 pm. 66 North Street (Route 85) in the Gilead section of town.
MAP LE LEAF FAR M Offering pumpkins, Indian corn, bundled corn stalks and other items for the fall decorator in September and October from 10 am to 6 pm. Route 85 in the Gilead section of town.
B U R NT H I LL PAR K Offers soccer and ball fields along with a pavilion for picnics Open sunrise until sundown 148 E ast Street
Blackledge Country Club – l
t 1 8 9 West Street, offers a 36-hole golf course with a 3 7 t h - h o l e a n d p
call 860-228-0250
course with a 19th hole and pro shop. Call 860-646-1151
MAN SF I E LD
WITHIN MANSFIELD’S ROLLING HILLS and river valleys are sixteen historic villages. The stonewalls throughout the town are reminiscent of Mansfield’s agricultural past. In 1881, Charles and Augustus Storrs purchased an abandoned Civil War Orphanage and pres e n t e d i t , w i t h f u n d s , t o t h e S t a t e o f Connecticut to found an agricultural school. Over the next five decades, this school blossomed into the University of Connecticut, one of the largest employers in eastern Connecticut and is rated top public university in New England by U S News and World Report
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The Town of Mansfield owns and maintains over 2,000 acres of parks, preserves, open space, and agricultural land providing the residents of the Town and the region with numero u s h i k i n g , k a y a k i n g , canoeing, walking and biking activities Mansf i e l d ’s p a r k s a n d p
Town Manager’s Office
4 S Eagleville Rd , Mansfield, CT 06268
860-429-3336 Fax: 860-429-6863
www mansfieldct gov
Form of Government:
Town Manager, Town Council
Population: 24,622 Area: 45.5 sq. mi.
Schools:
Goodwin College
Vinton School
Southeast School
Mansfield Middle School
E O Smith High School
a n d o f f e r t r a i l s w a n d e r i
lands, wetlands, river corridors, grasslands, r
Many of the Town’s preserves connect with natural areas owned by other organizations, creating a tapestry of rural Connecticut pres
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e maps of Mansfield’s Parks and Preserves are available online at www.mansfieldct.org/trailguides.
Mansfield is home to a variety of restaurants and shops. The new downtown includes a Town Square with regularly scheduled events for all ages. See www.mansfieldct.gov/downtownpartnership for a list of on-going events on the Square and in Mansfield.
east of Mansfield Center off Rt.89. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking, field s
skiing
Wolf Rock and Nipmuck Trail – Along t h
Crane Hill Road is Wolf Rock. Walking along the Nipmuck Trail through the deep shade of dense oak woods, one climbs a long granite escarpment that opens to a beautiful view of the valley of Sawmill Brook over a forty-foot cliff. Wolf Rock is a glacial boulder approximately two yards in diameter perched on the lip of the cliff. Follow the trail north to the Gurleyville Gristmill.
The Gurleyville Gristmill is a 19th Century stone mill built at the site of a 1724 mill, in the historic village of Gurleyville. It is open to the public with interpreters as guides every Sunday from noon – 4 pm beginning the Sunday after May 15th through the Sunday of the October Columbus Day Weekend. Group tours can also be arranged on other days.
public Tuesday-Friday 10 am – 4:30 pm; weekends, 1 pm – 4:30 pm. The Store & Beanery are open Tu e s d a y - F r i d a y 8 : 3 0 a m – 4 p m , w e e k e n d s 1 pm – 4 pm. Docent-led tours of the Benton exhibition may be arranged at lease 2 weeks in advance Tour groups should be a least 5 p e r s o n s . M o s t t o u r s l a s t 4 5 m i n u t e s but special needs and requests are always considered. Admission is free. Call 860-486-4520.
M a n s f i e l d H i s t o r i c a l S o c i e t y M u s e u m s are located on Rt. 195 one mile south of the University campus. They are open Thursday and Sundays from 1:30 – 4:30 pm during the summer months.
Jorgensen Auditorium. U n i v e r s i t y o f C o nnecticut, offers more than 40 performances from September through May Jorgensen hosts professional touring attractions for every taste, r a n g i n g , f r o m B r o a d w
p h o n y o r c h e
c o n c e r t s , d a n c e ,
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y, j a z z , cabaret, multi-cultural and children’s events Box Office: 860-486 4226.
University of Connecticut Campus Tours –Guided tours are available several times daily
e x c e p t d u r i n g m a j o r
2 weeks of September and Commencement
We e k . C a l l t h e L o d e w i c k Vi s i t o r s C e n t e r : 860-486-4636.
Tues. – Sun. 11 am – 7 pm. 860-486-8580.
Dairy Bar – Enter at Dairy Sales driveway on Rt 195 near intersection of North Eagleville Road. Open Mon-Fri 10 to 5; weekends noon to 5. For more information call 860-486-2634.
The Town of Mansfield and the Mansfield Downtown Partnership welcome you to Mansfield –the home of the University of Connecticut and a great place to live, work, learn and play!
SOM E R S
a bucolic New Eng l and town with reminders of its history everywhere
SOMERS WAS SETTLED in the early 1700s
a n d b e c a m e a s e p a r a t e t o w n s h i p i n 1 7 3 4 .
S o m e r s i s a s m a l l , r u r a l t o w n w i t h m a n y acres of potato, tobacco and dairy farms.
The Four-Town Fair was organized in 1838 as a contest to see which of the ten school districts had the most oxen. It has become one of the area’s most celebrated annual events, taking place on the third weekend in September.
The Somers Historical Society Museum is located on 11 Battle Street Its collections include Artifacts, Farm Tools, Town Maps and Surveys Victorian Clothing. Call 860-749-6437.
The Cedar Knob Golf Course is a n 1 8 - h o l e p a r 7 2 p u b l i c g o l
Somers Town Hall
600 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071
860-763-8200 Fax: 860-763-8229
www.somersct.gov
Form of Government:
Board of Selectmen
Population: 8,126 Area: 28 7
Schools:
Somers Elementary School
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School
Somers High School
The Grammar School at Somersville (private)
ranges in town. The Pleasant View Golf Center is located at 452 South R
. Somers Golf Center is located at 349 Main Street. Call 869-763-5454.
round to visitors It sponsors U S Polo Association tournaments and USEF horse shows. Call 860-749-0749.
Activities for visitors include fishing at Old Mill Pond, hiking trails at Soapstone Mountain and Bald Mountain, a visit to McCann Farm, sleigh rides at Worthington Pond and Halloween festivities at Elm Knoll Farm.
Historical Footnote
Little Sorrel Lane was recently dedicated by the Somers Historical Society in honor of “Little Sorrel” the horse that General Andrew (Stonewall) Jackson rode in the legendary Civil War battle of Chancellorsville. “Little Sorrel” the General’s favorite horse, was born at the Collins Farm on Prink Street, now Springfield Road.
STAF FOR D
Home of the famous miner al spring s
S TA F F O R D WA S S E T T L E D and incorporated in 1719. It is the home of the famous
m i n e r a l s p r i n g s
w h e r e t h e I n d i a n s
m e t t o d r i n k t h e
i r o n a n d s u l p h u r
w a t e r s t o m a k e them “lively”and to which John Adams came for his health.
Warren Memorial Town Hall
1 Main St., Stafford, CT. 06076
860-684-1777 Fax: 860-684-1785
E-mail: staffordtownhall@snet net www.staffordct.org
Form of Government: Board of Selectmen
Population: 11,869 Area: 58 8 sq mi
Schools:
Staffordville Elementary School
West Stafford Elementary School
Stafford Middle School
Stafford High School
St Edward School (private)
Stafford Elementary School
Stafford is picturesquely situated in the val-
l e y o f t h e Wi l l i m a n t i c R i v e r b e t w e e n t w o almost parallel ranges of hills, which stretch
n
T h e t
Springs, Staffordville, Orcuttville, Stafford Hollow, Hydeville, and West Stafford.
The Iron Spring is an original mineral spring encased in the wellhouse next to the Stafford Historical Society.
S t a f f o r d P u b l i c L i b r a r y i s l o c a t e d a t 1 0 Levinthal Run. Call 860-684-2852.
The Northeast States Civilian Conservation Corps. Museum, located at 166 Chestnut Hill R o a d , i s h o u s e d i n t h e o r i g i n a l C C C c a m p building with documents and memorabilia. Call 860-684-3010.
The famous Stafford Motor Speedway is an
official NASCAR auto-racing track. For information call 860-684-2783.
The town also offers areas for camping, hiking, fishing and canoeing.
TOLL AN D
a thriving modern communit y that values its history
A FORMER FARMING TOWN, Tolland was incorporated in 1715. Tolland was named by Money Magazine 2005 as the 29th Best Place to Live in the United States and in 2009 the 27th Best Place to Live in the United States Tolland Green serves as the town’s center and is now included as part of the national historic district. The District includes several attractions: the former Tolland County Courthouse, which now serves as the home of the French Canadian Genealogical Society of Connecticut, the Old County Jail & Museum, which is a treasure trove of historical material about Tolland and Tolland Counties past, the Arts of Tolland Art Center which holds frequent fine art exhibits and displays, the Hicks-Stearns Family Museum and many vintage Victorian homes, including an historic Bed and Breakfast
Town Hall
21 Tolland Green, Tolland, CT 06084
860-871-3600
Form of Government: Council-Manager
Population: 14,853 Area: 40 sq mi
Schools:
Birch Grove Primary School
Tolland Intermediate School
Tolland Middle School
Tolland High School
The Daniel Benton Homestead Museum on Metcalf Road is the town’s oldest home and is said to be haunted by the ghosts of Revolutionary War soldiers
Tolland also has a progressive and expandi n
flagship park with over 400 acres providing a variety of active and passive recreational opportunities. Tennis and basketball courts, a seasonal swimming pond, play equipment, a
events and ADA hiking & biking trails. There
Recreation area as well as an 18-hole disc golf course and outdoor fitness/exercise stations. Access to the Willimantic River can be found at Heron Cove Park, which hosts several ath-
letic fields, a basketball court, hiking trails along the river and a canoe launch The Crandall Park Lodge is a popular rental facility, available year round for special events, such as wedding receptions, company retreats and family events.
Major State properties include the 1,000 acre
K o h l e r F o r e s t
River, a popular attraction for bikers, hikers
a n d f l y f i s h e r m e n . T h e N y e - H
S t a t e Forest also provides nice recreational opportunities including an outdoor archery range. Beautiful Shenipsit Lake is located on Toll a n d ’s w e s t e r l y b o r d e
i d e s opportunities for fishing and limited boating.
To l l a n d a l s
w i t h t r a i l s
S c h m i d t , C a m p b
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y, Stoppleworth, Knofla, Weigold, King Riverside, Shafran and Parciak.
E n j o y e v e n i n g c o n c e
Hicks-Stearns Family Museum and the Art Center as well as special programs throughout the year put on by local groups, including a v e r y p o p u l a r F a m i l y F u n R u n a n d 5 k
Road Race, a Sprint Triathlon, group bike rides, guided nature walks, youth sport tournaments and other seasonal special events
A popular attraction in the summer/fall is the Farmer’s Market, which is held on the Town
Green every Saturday between 9:00 a.m. and 1 2 : 0 0 n o o n f r o m t h e b e g i n n i n g o f M a y through the end of November (weather permitting). Seasonal produce is offered.
F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n o n To l l a n d a n d i t s activities, please visit www tolland org or foll o w t h e To w n o n f a c e b o o k a t To w n o f Tolland, CT.
U N ION
a tiny, tr anquil communit y in the “forest primeval”
WITH THE DISTINCTION of being Connecticut’s smallest town, Union was incorporated in 1734 and was the last town in Connectic u t ; e a s t o f t h e C o n n e c t i c u t R i v e r t o b e settled It has the highest elevation in the state east of the Connecticut River.
One-third of the town’s area is state park and forest. Another one-fifth is occupied by the Yale School of Forestry. Nipmuck State Forest, Bigelow State Park and Mountain Laurel Sanctuary are the state forests and parks.
The land in Union is mountainous and rocky with poor soil compared to the Connecticut River Valley. These conditions of ledge and clay make it costly and difficult for development, contributing to its continued rural character
Town Offices
1043 Buckley Highway, Union CT 06076
860-684-3812 Fax: 860-684-8830
www unionconnecticut org
Form of Government: Selectmen
Population: 853 Area: 30 sq mi
Schools: Union Elementary School K-8
T
However, there are numerous cottage industries throughout town.
There are no post offices or banks There is a free public library, a town office building and highway garage, and a “Pavilion in the Grove” built by the townspeople where the a n n u a l Old Home Day
. Union built a new elementary school in 2010 that has approximately 80 students.
I t i s n o t c o n v e n
atmosphere that keeps Union’s residents and visitors happy and content. It is a quality of life with its simple pleasures, a slower pace of life, the ability to catch your breath after a whirlwind week at work that makes Union a wonderful community in which to live.
VE R NON
the largest population of Tolland County including historic Rockville
V E R N O N WA S I N C O R P O R AT E D i n 1 8 0 8
a n d i s s i t u a t e d o n I - 8 4 a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1 6 miles east of Hartford. The area south of I-84 is urban and contains Rockville, which has
a r c h i t e c
Victorian buildings.
The Rockville Library is located a 52 Union Street. For information call 860-875-5892 or the Junior Library at 860-872-4710.
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G r a n g e b u i l d i n g a t 7 3 4 H a r t f o r d Tu r n p i k e near the Police Station. For information call 8 6 0 - 8 7 5 - 4 3 2 6 . A C i v i l Wa r M u s e u m i s located in the Grand Army of the Republican
Town Hall
14 Park Place, Rockville, CT 06066
860-870-3566 Fax: 860-870-3580
www vernon-ct gov
Form of Government: Mayor/Town Council
Population: 29,735 Area: 18 1 sq mi
Schools:
Center Road Elementary School
Lake Street Elementary School
Maple Street Elementary School
Northeast Elementary School
Skinner Road Elementary School
Vernon Center Middle School 6-8
Rockville High School 9-12
Talcottville School
(GAR) room on the second floor of the Town Hall. For information call 860-872-4022. The Fox Hill War Memorial Tower is dedicated
to the Veterans of all wars and is located in H e n r y P a r k o n S
Main Street Community undergoing a major
r
b
c h e s . Valley Falls Park
Road, offers picnicking, swimming, fishing a
Miniature golf and amusements are available at Golfland on Talcottville Road (Rt. 83). Vernon has numerous retail stores and smorgasbord of fine restaurants offering both traditional and ethnic cuisine
WI LLI NGTON
residential, yet rur al, with its own br and of bustling activit y
INCORPORATED IN 1727, Willington was originally a small farming town. Its main industries consisted of pearl button manufacture and glass and thread factories. Only a couple of miles away from the UConn main campus, it is the home of many University faculty and students. Willington boasts a shopping center, a small collection of antique shops, and a major travel welcome center.
The Willington Public Library is located at 7 Ruby Road (Route 320) and is open Mon., Wed , Fri 11 am-5 pm; Tues & Thurs 11 am8 pm and Sat. 9 am-3 pm. 860-429-3854.
Fenton Ruby Park & Wildlife Preserve at the corner of Moose Meadow and Burma Roads
Annual Events
WI LLI NGTON DAY held on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend at Center Elementary School playground and Willington Hill Fire House.
WI LLI NGTON F E DE R ATE D CH U RCH F LEA MAR KET on the Town Green which takes place in early September.
C T STR E ET LEG E N DS C AR S HOW held the first weekend in October on the Town Green
Town Offices
40 Old Farms Rd , Willington, CT 06279
860-487-3100 Fax: 860-487-3103 www.willingtonct.org
Form of Government: Selectmen
Population: 6,200 Area: 33 3 sq mi
Schools:
Center School K-3
Hall Memorial School 4-8
offers hiking trail and nature walks, picnicki n g ,
,
Pond is a favorite swimming site with daily
Parks and Recreation Department For information call 860-487-3108.
Historic UConn Campus Jorgensen Center for Performing Arts & Connecticut Repertor y Theatre William Benton Museum of Art UConn Huskies Athletics 855 Bolton Road, Storrs, CT
Play & Stay i n To l l a n d C o u n t y
ARTS & CU LTU R E
Andover Historical Society Museum
Monument Lane Rt. 316
Arts of Tolland
Tolland Green, Tolland
Coventry Historical Society Museum
Strong Porter House
South St., Coventry
Museum of Connecticut Glass Rt 44 at N River Rd , Coventry
Special Joys Doll & Toy Museum
860-871-7405
41 N River Rd , Coventry 860-742-6359
Nellie McKnight Museum
70 Main St., Ellington .
.860-871-0459
Connecticut Museum of Natural History UCONN, Wilbur Cross Bldg 860-486-4460
Mansfield
Mansfield Historical Society Museums
Rt. 195, Mansfield
William Benton Museum of Art
245 Glenbrook Rd , Storrs
860-486-4520
Somers Historical Society Museum 11 Battle St , Somers 860-749-5735
Daniel Benton Homestead Museum
Metcalf Rd , Tolland 860-872-8673
Hick-Stearns Family Museum
Old Jail Museum
Tolland Green, Tolland
Civil War Museum
Vernon Town Hall, 2nd fl , Vernon 860-870-3563
Vernon Historical Society Museum
734 Hartford Tpke , Vernon 860-875-4326
R ECR EATION
Bolton Ice Palace
Rt 6, Bolton, CT
Fish Family Farm
860-646-7851
20 Dimock Lane, Bolton 860-646-9745
Cassidy Hill Vineyard 454 Cassidy Hill Road, Coventry 860-498-1126
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St , Coventry 860- 742-6917
Johnny-Appleseed’s Farm
Off Rt , 83, Ellington
Gurleyville Gristmill
860-875-1000
Stone Mill Rd , Mansfield 860-429-9023
Mansfield Drive-In
Rts 31 & 32, Mansfield 860-423-4441
Shallowbrook Equestrian Center
Hall Hill Rd., Somers .
.860-749-0749
Stafford Motor Speedway
NASC AR Racing – Friday nights Rt. 140, Stafford Springs, CT. .
.860-684-2783
French- Canadian Genealogical Society 114 Cedar Swamp Rd , Tolland 860-875-8097
Spare Time Vernon Lanes 350 Talcottville Rd ,/Rt 83 Vernon 860-875-2583
Ron-A-Roll Skating Rink 85 S. Frontage Rd., Vernon .
GOLF
Blackledge Country Club 180 West St., Hebron . . .
Ellington Ridge Country Club 56 Abbott Road, Ellington
Skungamaug River Golf Club 104 Folly Lane Coventry 860-742-9348
Sonny’s Place 349 Main St, Somers
STATE PAR KS & FOR E STS
Nathan Hale State Forest, South St., Coventry
Hiking, fishing, & hunting
Gay City, Rt. 85, Hebron Fishing, hiking, picnicking, swimming, winter sports
Mansfield Hollow, Rt 44, Mansfield Boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, winter sports
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Shenipsit State Forest, Rt 190, Stafford Fishing, hiking, hunting, & winter sports
Kohler Forest, off Rt. 32, Tolland Biking, hiking, & fly fishing
Nye-Holman, Rt 74, Tolland Recreational opportunities
Bigelow Hollow, Rt 171, Union Boating, fishing, hiking & picnicking
Nipmuck State Forest, Union Hiking, fishing, & hunting
Yale University Forest, Union Hiking & fishing
H I KI NG & NATU R E TR AI LS
Albert E. Moss Forest, Rts , 195 & 275, Mansfield
Wildlife sanctuary
Joshua’s Tract Conservation & Historic Trust, Mansfield
Forest and meadow walking trails
Merrow Meadow Park
Merrow Rd , Mansfield
Self-guided nature trail with educational stations
Schoolhouse Brook Park, Clover Mill Rd., Mansfield
18 trails for walking or cross-country skiing
Shelter Falls Park, Birch Rd , Mansfield
Walking trail
Soapstone Mt , Somers
4 miles of loop trail
Laurel Sanctuary, Rt. 190, Union
Walking trails
Vernon Risley Pond Loop Trail, Vernon
3.3 mi. around Risley Pond
Hockanum River Linear Park Trail, Vernon
3 3 mi of scenic trail
Hop River Linear Park Trail, Vernon
5 mi. from Vernon/Manchester to Vernon/Bolton town
Lines From Bolton to Willimantic River 15 mi Trail biking, hiking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing
Dart Hill Park, Vernon, 1.1 mi. of loop trail
Playground and picnic area
Vernon Center Middle School Trails, Vernon
2 mi. fishing, picnicking, hiking, cross-country skiing, limited biking
Northern Connecticut Land Trust Trail, Vernon
1.4 mi loop trails
Valley Falls Park Trails, Vernon
8 5 mi trails including playground, picnic area, swimming
Braille Loop Trail, Vernon
Special trail with knotted rope way
Walker Reservoir Trail, Vernon
1 mi. round the reservoir
Fenton-Ruby Park & Wildlife Preserve
Burma Rd off Moose Meadow Rd , Willington
Hiking, picnicking, fishing, boating (no motors), bird watching and winter sports
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Costco Wholesale
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860-875-3536
860-454-4684
Lakeview Restaurant & Banquets . . . 860-498-0500
www coventrylakeview com
Law Office of Cathryn-Jean Fleming .
860-871-6836
Lee & Lamont Realty 860-875-0000
www leelamont com
Lefurge & Gilbert, P.C. .
860-646-1944
Lemek Landscaping Corp 860-872-8901
www lemeklandscaping com
Liberty Mutual .
www libert ymutual com/david-t yrrell
Logrite .
www logrite com
M
Magdefrau, Renner & Ciaffaglione, LLC
860-871-6294
860-794-0188
Marc y’s House of Beauty
www marc y shouseofbeaut y com
Marder, Roberson & DeFelice
Law Offices LLC
www office@marder-law com
860-871-6757
860-871-8000
Martin B Burke, Attorney At Law 860-875-7775
www burkeslawct com
Mary A. Oliver Company Insurance & Financial Services
860-871-2126
Massack Memorial Home . . . . . . . . 860-875-1011
MC Ergo 860-872-1234
www mcergo com
McDonald’s of Vernon . . . . . . . . . . . 860-870-7980
www mcdonalds com
Med Caire, Inc 860-872-0058
www medcaire com
Med-East Medical Walk-In Center 860-871-5452
www medeastclinic com
Medical Practice Partners, LLC . . . . . 860-872-2289
www medicalpracticpartners com
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt 860-729-8276
www menchies com
Michelle’s Florals 860-875-5145 www.michellesflorals.com
Minuteman of Vernon 860-872-1826
www hartford minutemanpress com
Mount Vernon Apartments . . . . . . . . 860-871-1620
www mvapt com
N
Naek Construction, Inc. .
www naekconstruction com
Nathan Hale Inn & Conference Center . . .
www nathanhaleinn com
860-875-8539
Maid Brigrade of Northern CT 860-645-6243
www.maidbrigade.com
Manchester Community College 860-512-3100
www mcc commnet edu
Manchester Honda
www manchesterhonda com
860-645-3100
Maneeley’s 860-528-6622
www maneeley s com
Mansfield Downtown Partnership
www mansfieldct org/dtp html
Mansfield Family Practice . . .
www mfpstorrs com
860-429-2740
860-487-0002
860-875-1895
Nature’s Grocer 860-871-0020 www.naturesgrocervernon.com
N ECS 860-306-2650
www N EC S biz
Neil A. Hoss, D.M.D. .
www drhossdmd com
New Beginnings
Educational Consulting .
www help4specialeducation com
New England Motor Cycle Museum . . . . .
860-742-9149
860-951-2710
New England Pizza & Restaurant 860-871-9300
Northeastern Credit Services, Inc. . . . 860-871-2380
www avvo com
Northwestern Mutual 860-570-7404 www.cameroncroutch.nm.com
Nutmeg Stairs & Cabinets, Inc, 860-872-7922
www nutmegstairsandcabinet com
O
O’Shaughnessy Insurance Services . . 860-871-1101
The Oaks on the Square 860-756-0330
www theoaksonthesquare com
Olender’s Body Shop .
www olenders com
. 860-875-2517
Opportunity Works CT (OWC) 860-454-4016
www owct org
Outback Steakhouse
www outback com
OV Enterprises, LLC .
www chiro-jenn com
Packaging Store
www moveall com PayHub
www yourpayhub com
PC Tech Service, LLC
www pctechservice net
860-741-6046
. 860-487-9543
Rockville Public Library 860-875-5892
www.rockvillepubliclibrary.org
Rocwell Builders, Inc. 860-875-6974
www rocwellbuilders com
Ruchin & Associates.
www ruchin net
S
S&S Landscaping . . . . . .
www snslandscapingct com
860-284-0152
860-748-4582
Penny Hanley & Howley Insurance . . . 860-684-2721
www pennyhanleyhowley com
People’s United Bank .
www peoples com
Perne Media
www.prmemories.biz
Preschool of the Arts
www ctpreschoolofthearts com Prestige Courier Service Inc.
Pue, Chick, Leibowit z & Blezard, LLC
www info@pue-cpas com
qualit yinn com
860-875-0338
860-875-8041
860-871-7332
860-858-5350
860-871-1722
www reinsdeli com
Renter’s Directory 860-645-8221
www therentersdirectory com
www.requestachef.com R E R Associates, LLC
860-871-1278
860-305-9037
Salvation Army Vernon 860-872-5422
www.salvationarmy.com
Santini Homes,Inc 860-871-0516
www santiniliving com
Santini Villa Apartments . . . .
860-875-7200
Savings Institute Bank 860-872-1211
www savingsinstitute com
The Savings Institute Bank & Trust . . . 860-872-1211
www savingsinstitute com
Schneider Flooring America . . . . . . . 860-870-0055
www flooringamericavernon com
Scranton Motors, Inc 860-872-9145
www.scrantonmotors.com
Sentry Real Estate Services, Inc 860-871-2775
www sentryrealestate com
Servitium .
860-428-2047
State Senator Anthony Guglielmo
www pennyhanley com
Stewart Appraisal Services
Stop & Shop Supermarket .
www stopandshop com
Strong Foundations
www.strongfoundations.com
860-684-6164
860-871-8015
. . 860-871-0897
860-830-6481
Subway 860-871-9273
www subway com
Swiss Cleaners
www swisscleaners com Systems & Technology International, Inc.
www stiusainc com
T&S Building & Remodeling, LLC .
www tsbuildingremodeling com
Teddy Bear Carpet Care, LLC
860-872-0166
860-684-1448 www.teddybearcarpetcare.com
Tire Town, Inc
860-875-8555
Tolland EyeCare, LLC 860-871-6507
www tollandeyecare com
Tolland Family Dentistry 860-875-9000
www tollanddentist com
Tolland Imaging Center, LLC .
www tollandimaging com
Tolland Public Schools .
www tollandk12 ct us
860-647-6456
860-870-6850
Town of Andover 860-742-7305 www.andoverct.org
Town of Bolton
www bolton govoffice com
Town of Coventry .
www coventryct org
860-649-8066
860-742-6324
Town of Ellington 860-870-3100
www ellington-ct gov
Town of Mansfield 860-429-3336
www mansfieldct org
Town of Tolland .
www tolland org
Town of Vernon .
www munic state ct us/vernon
860-871-3600
860-872-8591
Town of Willington 860-487-3100
www.willingtonct.org
Transitions Salon 860-896-9010
www transitionssalontolland
Buyers’ Guide
A CCO U N TA N T S , CE R T I F I E D P U B L I C
KDL Accounting Services
120 Kate Lane, Tolland, CT 06084
860-306-6960 • www KDL AccountingServices com
Tax Preparation and General Accounting Advisory Services We have enjoyed serving the communit y for over 25 years.
See our ad, this page
A PA R T M E N T S
Carrollton Properties
115 West Road, Ellington, CT 06029
860-872-1000 • www CarrolltonProperties com
Carrollton Properties is in the business of helping people find the perfect place to call home.
See our ad, page 39
The Renter’s Directory
PO Box 9474, Bolton, CT 06043
860-645-8221 • www.therentersdirectory.com
A free publication listing rental propert y in the greater Hartford marketplace Our website is very comprehensive and includes most apartment complexes in the area.
See our ad, this page
AT T O R N E Y S
Kahan, Kerensky & Capossela, LLP
45 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066
877-758-4552 • www kkc-law com
2nd location:
22 Professional Park Road, Storrs, CT 06066
A full service law firm serving the region for nearly fift y years with seventeen attorney s and t wo convenient locations (Vernon and Storrs)
See our ad, page 1
A UT O M OT I V E
Manchester Honda
24 Adams St, Manchester, CT 06042
860-255-2631 • www.manchesterhonda.com
At Manchester Honda it’s Plain & Simple, everyone gets the same fair low price No hassles, no gimmicks Treating customers with respect since 19 6 4 Central Connecticut’s #1 Dealer
See our ad, page 38
B A N K I N G
People’s United Bank Vernon
3 S. Talcottville Road, Vernon, CT 06066
860-872-8495 • www.peoples.com
Founded in 18 42, People’s United Bank is a premier, communit y based regional bank We offer commercial and retail banking as well as wealth management services through a net work of over 4 00 retail locations in Connecticut, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine
See our ad, this page
United Bank
45 Glastonbury Boulevard, Glastonbury, CT 06033
866-959-BAN K • www bankatunited com
United Bank is the premier communit y bank in New England with more than 50 branches in Massachusetts and Connecticut
See our ad, page 5
CR E D I T U N I O N S
Workers’ Federal Credit Union
70 West Stafford Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
860-684-5018 • www.workersfcu.org
Your communit y credit union serving all who work, live, worship or go to school in the towns of Stafford, Union, Willington, Tolland, Ellington, Somers or Ashford
See our ad, page 23
CU S T O M C A B I N E T R Y & S TA I R S
Nutmeg Stairs & Cabinets, Inc
44 Lower Butcher Road, Ellington, CT 06029
860-872-7922 • www.nutmegstairsandcabinets.com
We offer custom designs, personalized service, referrals upon request, showroom display s, American made products, custom built cabinetry and stairs.
See our ad, page 17
DA N CE E D UC AT I O N & P E R F O R M I N G A R T S
Grossi Dance & Performing Arts Academy
30 Lafayette Square, Ste 116, Vernon, CT 06066
860-872-1498 • www grossidance com
Dance and theater arts training academy with classes in a wide array of dance and performing arts programs – Promoting involvement in communit y outreach and enrichment activities
See our ad, page 28
D E N T I S T S
Stafford Dental Associates, LLC
72-1 West Stafford Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
860-684-5296
Stafford Dental Associates has been in practice since 1977 Our friendly, knowledgeable staff uses the newest technologies to make your dental visit comfortable and timely
See our ad, this page
E CO N O M I C D E V E LO P M E N T
Mansfield Downtown Partnership
23 Royce Circle, PO Box 513, Mansfield, CT 06268
860-429-2740
www.mansfieldct.gov/downtownpartnership
The Partnership seeks to foster the continued development and management of Storrs Center –a vibrant and economically successful downtown in Mansfield, Connecticut
See our ad, page 21
E D U C AT I O N
Above Grade Level
155 Slater Road, Tolland, CT 06084
860-856-5669 • www.MyTutorCT.com
In-home tutoring, K-12, in Math, English, Science, S AT and AC T, for students living in the Hartford and Tolland areas, with assessments and personalized lesson plans
See our ad, page 2
Manchester Community College PO Box 1046, Manchester, CT 06045-1046
860-512-3000 • www.mcc.commnet.edu
As a leader among the state’s communit y colleges, MCC serves over 16,000 students with affordable courses, qualit y facult y and associate degrees in over 4 0 disciplines.
See our ad, page 5
Vernon Regional Adult Based Education
30 Park St, PO Box 600, Rockville, CT 06066
860-870-6000, ext 139 www vrabe org
Vernon Regional Adult Education (VR ABE) offers F R E E classes for high school completion (CDP, GE D, N E DP), E SL, citizenship and workplace education. Fee-based continuing Ed classes also offered
See our ad, page 26
E L E C T R I C A L
Con Serv, Inc.
45 Industrial Park Road West, Tolland, CT 06084
860-872-6651 • www.conserv-inc.com
Con Serv, Inc. is a full service electrical contractor specializing in energy conservation We offer services to residential, commercial and industrial customers
See our ad, page 8
E N V I R O N M E N TA L
Bestech Inc of Connecticut
25 Pinney Street, Ellington, CT 06029
860-896-1000 • www.bestecht.com
Asbestos Abatement, Lead Abatement, Mold Remediation, Demolition
See our ad, page 41
F I N A N CI A L S E R V I C E S
Charles Schwab & Company, Inc
83 Evergreen Way, Ste 220 South Windsor, CT 06074
860-838-6222
The Charles Schwab South Windsor Independent Branch offers investors local access to Schwab’s full suite of investing and financial planning products and services
See our ad, page 3
KMA Wealth Management
PO Box 195, Tolland, CT 06084
860-871-1749
www kmawealth com
Full service fee-based financial planning firm
Personal attention and tailored recommendations to ensure your expectations are met.
See our ad, page 24
F I T N E S S FA CI L I T Y & S P O R T S D O M E
Star Hill Family Athletic Center
100 Gerber Drive, Tolland, CT 06084
860-871-8800
www.starhillsports.com
Star Hill Family Athletic Center is a large multi-purpose recreation facilit y featuring a sports dome with walking/jogging track, turf fields, and sports courts
The center includes a state-of-the-art, fitness center, group fitness classes, and indoor swimming pool.
See our ad, page 8
F LO O R I N G
Schneider’s Flooring America
400-3 Talcottville Road, Vernon, CT 06066
860-870-0055 • www flooringamericavernon com
We are a full-service flooring company featuring tile, laminate, hardwood, carpet, vinyl and much more Stop in and experience the exceptional customer service you deserve
See our ad, page 27
F U E L O I L
Gottier Fuel Company, Inc
221 West Main Street, Vernon, CT 06066
860-875-6281 • www.gottierfuel.com
Automatic Fuel Delivery, Service Plans, Complete Heating Service, Budgets, and Installations Your Local, Full-Service, Family Owned and Operated Heating Oil Provider Since 19 6 0
See our ad, page 28
G A R D E N C E N T E R , N U R S E R Y
The Garden Barn Nursery & Landscape
228 West Street, Vernon, CT 06066
860-872-7291 • www gardenbarn com
The Garden Barn is a premier gardening destination that cannot be missed. With over 30 years experience, you are sure to find “ every thing you’d expect ”
See our ad, page 17
G O L F
Skungamaug River Golf Club
104 Folly Lane, Coventry, CT 06238
860-742-9348 • www.skungamauggolf.com
Beautifully conditioned 18-hole public golf course with bar and grill open to the public 7 day s per week
See our ad, page 2
G O V E R N M E N T
Town of Coventry
1712 Main Street, Coventry, CT 06238
860-742-6324 • www.coventryct.org
Visit historic Coventry, C T’s museums, restaurants, B&Bs, parks, recreational trails, antique and collectible stores, as well as Bolton, Coventry and Eagleville Lakes Proud home of Coventry Regional Farmer’s Market
See our ad, page 15
Town of Mansfield
4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268
860-429-3336 • www.MansfieldCT.gov
Mansfield is a vibrant, diverse and caring communit y that offers its residents and visitors unique cultural, recreational and educational opportunities
See our ad, page 21
H E A LT H C A R E S E R V I C E S
Charm Medical Supply
33 Riverside Drive, Pembroke, MA 02359
781-829-9813 • www.charmmedical.com
Charm Medical Supply: a trusted source of medical supplies and equipment for hundreds of caregivers, human service organizations, and thousands of people throughout New England.
See our ad, page 13
Johnson Memorial Medical Center
201 Chestnut Hill Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
860-684-8487 • www.jmmc.com
Johnson Memorial Medical Center is the parent company of Johnson Memorial Hospital, Evergreen Health Care Center, and Home & Communit y
See our ad, page 22
Mansfield Family Practice, LLC
34 Professional Park Road, Storrs, CT 06268
860-487-0002 • www.M F P Storrs.com
Mansfield Family Practice has been providing qualit y medical care for the families of Northeastern Connecticut for over 35 years We pride ourselves on the personalized care we provide to patients of all ages.
See our ad, page 21
Tolland Imaging Center, LLC
6 Fieldstone Commons, Suite E 159 Merrow Road, Tolland, CT 06084
860-896-4848 • www tollandimaging org
The Tolland Imaging Center offers services to the Greater Tolland communit y that include Open M R I, C T Scan, X-ray, Ultrasound, Digital Mammography and Bone Densit y Testing
See our ad, page 9
H E A LT H C A R E S E R V I CE S ,
CH I R O P R A C T I C
Cutting Edge Chiropractic
387 Merrow Road, Tolland, CT 06084
860-454-0942 • www cuttingedgechiro com
Chiropractic care covers a wide range of issues including neck pain, back pain, numbness, sciatica, sports and repetitive motion injuries, and much more!
See our ad, page 25
H OT E L S / M OT E L S
Holiday Inn Express
346 Kelly Road, Vernon, CT 06066
860-648-2000 • www hiexpress com/vernonct
Conveniently located off I-8 4, E xit 6 4, hotel features free breakfast, free Internet, refrigerators, microwave, Business Center, Fitness Center, new furniture and remodeled bathrooms
See our ad, back cover
Nathan Hale Inn & Conference Center
855 Bolton Road, Storrs, CT 06268
860-427-7888, ext 1132 www.nathanhaleinn.com
100 rooms, full service, located on the Universit y of Connecticut Campus in Storrs Blue Oak Restaurant and True Blue Tavern Catering for corporate events and social gatherings
See our ad, page 29
M A N U FA C T U R I N G
T TM Technologies
4 Old Monson Road, POB 145 Stafford, CT 06075
860-684-5881 • www.ttmtech.com
Leading global manufacturer of high reliabilit y advanced technology printed circuit boards
See our ad, page 11
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A N U FA C T U R I N G, CO M P UT E R
P R O D UC T S A N D S E R V I CE S
CNC Software, Inc.
671 Old Post Road, Tolland, CT 06084
860-875-5006 • www mastercam com
For years, C NC Soft ware, Inc has been an active participant in numerous activities in the Tolland communit y and is dedicated to its grow th and prosperit y
See our ad, page 25
M A R K E T I N G A N D
M
A R K E T R E S E A R C H
Keep In Touch
30 Lafayette Square / Ste 118 Vernon, CT 06066
860-871-6500 • www drumupbiz com
Founded by Drew Crandall in 19 8 8, Keep in Touch helps organizations with marketing, research, advertising, public relations, media monitoring, and related services
See our ad, page 27
M O R T G A G E
Berkshire Bank
435 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066 Hartford, CT 06103
860-460-5002 • www.berkshirebank.com
Offering mortgages for conforming, government, U SDA, Jumbo, Construction, Land and First Time home buyer products
See our ad, inside front cover
P U B L I S H E R S – N E W S PA P E R S
Journal Inquirer
306 Progress Drive, Manchester, CT 06045
800-237-3606 • www.journalinquirer.com
The Journal Inquirer is North Central Connecticut’s Largest New spaper Serving 17 towns Afternoons Monday through Friday Saturday mornings 8 00-237-36 0 6. www.journalinquirer.com
See our ad, inside back cover
R E A L E S TAT E – R E S I D E N T I A L
Deer Valley Townhomes North
155 Windermere Avenue, Ellington, CT 06029
860-875-7200 • www deervalleyhomes com
Deer Valley Town homes is a luxury rental communit y nestled on 9 0 acres in scenic Ellington, Connecticut, featuring 16 different floor plans, surrounded by spectacular view s
See our ad, page 17
R E S TA U R A N T S
Rein’s New York Style Deli-Restaurant
435 Hartford Turnpike, Rte. 30 Vernon, CT 06066
860-875-1344 • www reinsdeli com
A bright, bustling New York Deli and Restaurant serving traditional Jewish dishes and authentic New York deli fare. We’re your bite of the Big Apple here in Connecticut
See our ad, inside front cover
R E TA I L
Kloter Farms, Inc 216 West Road, Ellington, CT 06029
860-871-1048 • www kloterfarms com
Shop. Discover. Relax and Enjoy. Visit our 16 acre display park, N E ’ s largest display of outdoor structures and t wo furniture and home decor showrooms
See our ad, page 9
S E N I O R S E R V I CE S
Senior Moments, LLC
750 Main Street, Manchester, CT 06040
860-643-9500 • www.seniormomentsllc.com
We have three companies that provide generic assessments, hourly companions, live-in aides, and Adult Day services, owned and managed by an advanced practice geriatric nurse
See our ad, page 19
UT I L I T I E S
Energ y Efficienc y / Northeast Utilities 107 Selden Street, Berlin, CT 06037
877-WI S E-U S E (947-3873)
ctenergyinfo com
Connecticut’s energy efficienc y programs were developed to help home, business and communit y consumers navigate the ever increasing number of energy-related resources
See our ad, page 3
Adver tisers’ Index
Above Grade Level ........................................................2 www MyTutorC T com
Berkshire Bank ......................................Ins. Front Cover www berkshirebank com
Bestech Inc of Connecticut ........................................41 www bestecht com
Carrollton Properties ....................................................39 www carrolltonproper ties com
Charles Schwab & Company, Inc ................................3 schwab com/southwindsor
Charm
CNC
valleyhomes com
Energy Efficienc y / Northeast Utilities ........................3 ctenergyinfo com The Garden Barn Nursery & Landscape....................17 www gardenbarn com
Gottier Fuel Company, Inc ..........................................28 www gottier fuel com
Grossi Dance & Performing Arts Academy
Holiday Inn Express Back Cover www hie xpress com/vernonct
Johnson Memorial Medical Center
www jmmc com
Journal Inquirer
Back Cover www journalinquirer com
Kahan, Kerensky & Capossela, LLP
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