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Cohen, Deane Discuss 12th District Priorities By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

Why are you running for the 12th Senate District seat? The race for Connecticut’s 12th Senate District is between incumbent Democrat Why is this race important to you? Christine Cohen and Republican challenger Lisa Deane. Both candidates answered questions from the Guilford Courier about the issues they believe matter most this election season and how they plan to serve their constituents. b

Cohen: I am running for re-election because I am so proud of the work that we have accomplished so far — establishing a path to affordable childcare, cutting taxes for working families, safeguarding reproductive freedoms, passing common-sense gun safety

legislation, and fighting back against federal cuts to our most vulnerable. But there is still so much work left to do when it comes to affordability, healthcare, and bolstering small business. Deane: I’m running because I know what it takes to own a business, raise a family, and work through circumstances you never imagined facing. Hartford’s decisions affect

Ava Orphanoudakis is finding connections through art.................2

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Raise Your Steins Double Champions Caroline Weaver, front, competes in the women's beer stein-holding Guilford boys and girls cross country contest as Kevin Gadau, right, sweep division titles as postseason watches the competition during nears............................................13 Oktoberfest at Martin-Bishop Field on Oct. 10. The festival featured live music, games, contests with prizes, German-style lager from East Rock Brewing Company, and performances by H.S.V. Bavaria. Proceeds benefit the Guilford VFW and Edelweiss Lodge No. 31.

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A Piece of My Heart A powerful look at the women who served during the Vietnam War takes the stage............................20

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Ava Orphanoudakis: Finding Connections Through Art

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As co-president of NAMI Shoreline and a longtime mental health advocate, I have had the opportunity to work alongside state Sen. Christine Cohen on issues affecting some of Connecticut’s most vulnerable residents. Senator Cohen is a dedicated public servant who approaches complex issues with integrity, compassion, and a willingness to listen. I have seen her engage thoughtfully with individuals, families, advocates, and other stakeholders affected by mental illness, ensuring their perspectives are heard. Mental health policy requires leaders who can navigate complexity, collabo-

rate across differences, and remain focused on meaningful solutions. Senator Cohen has consistently supported efforts to strengthen safeguards and improve outcomes for people living with mental illness. Our paths have crossed through public discussions, legislative efforts, and advocacy initiatives, and I have always found her to be thoughtful, responsive, and a person of high character. I proudly support Senator Christine Cohen’s reelection and encourage my fellow residents to do the same. Denise Paley Guilford

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I am proud to support my friend Moira Rader for reelection as our state representative. Moira is a responsible, dedicated member of our community who brings thoughtfulness and a commitment to public service to Hartford. She has become a leading voice for families, helping lead the push for universal school breakfast, supporting additional education funding, and helping build a pathway toward universal preK. These priorities matter. Children need to arrive at school ready to learn, our schools need reliable support, and parents need access to affordable early childhood education. Moira serves on the Education Committee and as House vice chair of the

Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee. That combination puts her in a valuable position: she understands what our schools and families need and helps shape how Connecticut pays for its commitments. Good intentions require responsible financial planning to become lasting progress. What I appreciate most about Moira is that her work starts with our community. She listens, takes her responsibilities seriously, and understands that decisions in Hartford affect families here in Guilford and Branford. Please join me in voting to reelect Moira Rader this November. Blaize Levitan Guilford

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I am proud of the excellent work that state Rep. Moira Rader has accomplished and continues in Hartford. We are lucky to live in Connecticut and even luckier to have Moira representing us, where she shields Branford, Guilford—and Connecticut as a whole—from D.C.’s rampant dysfunction. Responding to federal cuts: Moira helped establish Connecticut’s $500 million “Federal Cuts Response Fund” supporting food banks, offsetting lost federal health insurance subsidies, and assisting residents in navigating new SNAP and Medicaid requirements. Moira protects Connecticut families from draconian federal budget cuts and policies. Protecting voting rights & elections: Moira co-sponsored a new law allowing

all eligible Connecticut voters to vote by absentee ballot. “No excuse” absentee voting makes voting easier and gives us greater choice in how we vote, ensuring that busy parents, those who travel, and elderly, sick, and disabled Americans’ voices are heard at the polls. This law further protects against voter and election-worker intimidation, empowering Connecticut’s attorney general to curb election interference. While cooperating with local law enforcement, the law restricts federal officers, including ICE, from coming within 250 feet of polling places and protected election sites without proper authorization. Moira leads. Moira deserves your vote! Arnold Skretta Guilford See Letters page 6

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lings Larry, Linda, and Kay; as well as his brother-in-law Mark McLean. His true passion was football; he was recruited from his home in Ohio to play in college at Yale University. He remained in Connecticut after graduatLanny Jay Six, born June 30, 1955, ing, ultimately settling in Guilford. He passed away suddenly in his home on then coached for many years in both the Oct. 2, 2026. Guilford Youth and High School FootLanny worked ball programs. “Coach Six” was admired many years in the by both kids and fellow coaches for his wine and liquor successful coaching style. He will be industry, as well as deeply missed by his wife and sons. He Bindley Western was always proud of his sons and supPharmaceuticals, and porting their college football careers. In ultimately retired his later years, his favorite pastime was from the United tailgating their games with his wife. States Postal Service. Friends were invited to calling hours He is survived by on Oct. 11 at the Guilford Funeral his sons, Brendan Jay Home, 115 Church St., Guilford, folSix and John “Jack” Jay Six; wife Jane lowed by a prayer service. Burial took Six; and his eternal canine companion Draco. He is also survived by his sisters- place privately at Alder Brook Cemetery, Guilford. To share a memory or in-law, Jacqueline McLean-Morey and Elizabeth Shea; and beloved nieces and leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com. nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Floyd and Lavina Six; half-sib-

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Gladys Clore Guilford Gladys Bishop Dougherty Clore passed peacefully Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. Gladys was born Aug. 9, 1931, to the late Augustus Bishop and Adeline Crum Germon. She was a proud direct descendant of John Bishop, a founder of Guilford and the second signer of the Whitfield Covenant. Her childhood in Guilford was filled with many fond memories with her extended family, of which she spoke often. Gladys is survived by her children: Michael Dougherty (Carol) and Bryan Dougherty of Stony Creek, Colleen Twomey (Greg) of Madison, and Peter Dougherty of Nokomis, Fla.; her grandchildren: Megan, Katharine, Erin, Jared, Patrick, Carolyn, Kailyn, and Coulton; her six great-grandchildren: Isla, Max, Emma, Annie, Dillan-Faye, and Brooks. Gladys is also survived by

her sister Jolene Lambert of New Hampshire. She was predeceased by her husband Frank Clore and siblings Ledlow Bishop and Eileen Heinig. The family wishes to thank Sherri, the many staff at Harbor Chase (especially Lori and Margaret), and Safe Harbor Home Aides for their incredible care and compassion. Thank you, Keisha and Kebe. They also thank the wonderful nurses on SLA 5 St. Raphael’s Hospital, Ouma, Nikia, and Jailyn, as well as Chaplain Charlene and hospice nurse Tina from Vitas who guided the family through Gladys’ journey. Per her wishes and her deep faith, Gladys’ life will be celebrated at St. George’s Church on the Guilford Green at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16. Directly following the Mass, please join the family to share remembrances and a meal in the church hall. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Branford Food Pantry, 30 Harrison Ave., #2, Branford, CT 06405; www.branfordfoodpantry.org. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com. See Obituaries page 11

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An Outstanding Legislator I write in support of Moira Rader’s candidacy for a third term representing the 98th District in the Connecticut State Legislature. During her two terms in office, Moira has exhibited the dedication, values, work ethic, and commitment that make her an outstanding legislator. Moira cares deeply about the children and families she represents as evidenced by her efforts to create the Connecticut Federal Cuts Response Fund, a $500 million fund to protect our most vulnerable Connecticut residents whose benefits have been cut by the Trump administration. She also was a leading voice in securing universal breakfast for all students, an essential contributor to children’s ability to thrive in school.

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The fund has provided one-time grocery benefits of $300 to Connecticut residents pushed out of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This is part of a broader $33 million investment in food assistance that Gov. Lamont has released from the fund over the last several months that includes $24.55 million to expand capacity at food banks and food pantries. Join me in casting your ballot for Moira Rader along with Christine Cohen and the rest of the Democratic ticket on Row A and to approve the proposed Guilford charter commission revisions. Judith Meyers Guilford

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LEGAL NOTICE GUILFORD ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a VIRTUAL Meeting Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/237095743498904?p=T7ehZae8fdqQtrwiGk Meeting ID: 237 095 743 498 904 Passcode: Jj2Hs6xW Dial in by phone +1 469-208-1374 Phone conference ID: 962 523 945# The following will be heard: 688 Mulberry Point Road (Map 10 Lot 13, Zone R-2). Applicant/Agent: James Pretti Jr. PE, LS with Criscuolo Engineering LLC for Owner: Erin Courcey. Application to vary side setback to 1.5 ft where 8 ft is required (§3.4.B.6.a), vary rear setback to 13 ft where 15 ft is required (§3.4.B.7.a), vary lot coverage to 29.9% where 15% is required (§3.4.B.9) and vary floor area to 42 % where 30% is required (§3.4.B.10) for a second floor on existing house and garage. Copies of this Agenda and application materials are available for inspection in the Planning & Zoning Office and on the Town’s website. At this hearing, persons may attend via web connection and shall be heard. All written correspondence shall be submitted to bridgesj@guilfordct.gov. Dial 203-453-8039 for assistance. Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 8th day of October 2026 - Steve Kops, Chairman

LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF GUILFORD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL TOWN MEETING November 2, 2026 – 8:30 A.M. Notice is hereby given that a Special Town Meeting of the electors and citizens qualified to vote in Town meetings of the Town of Guilford, Connecticut, will be held in the Selectmen’s Conference Room at Town Hall, 31 Park St., Guilford CT on November 2, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. to consider and act on the following proposed resolutions: RESOLVED: To approve the Town of Guilford to waive the right of first refusal to acquire Bluff Head Open Space to allow it to be conveyed to the Guilford Land Conservation Trust RESOLVED: To approve the Town of Guilford to accept a 19,118 sq. ft. conservation easement for 217 Saddle Hill Road. Dated at Guilford this 6th day of October, 2026. ____________________________ Matthew T. Hoey III ____________________________ Louis Federici ____________________________ Jonathan Trotta ____________________________ Sandra Ruoff ____________________________ Susan Renner BOARD OF SELECTMEN TOWN OF GUILFORD

LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF GUILFORD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL TOWN MEETING October 22, 2026 – 7:30 P.M. Notice is hereby given that a Special Town Meeting of the electors and citizens qualified to vote in Town meetings of the Town of Guilford, Connecticut, will be held at the Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford CT on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. to consider and act on the following proposed resolution: RESOLVED: To approve the Town of Guilford to purchase the 63-acre Bartlett Land Corporation property on Durham Road as open space for the amount of $800,000 Dated at Guilford this 6th day of October, 2026. ____________________________ Matthew T. Hoey III ____________________________ Louis Federici ____________________________ Jonathan Trotta ____________________________ Sandra Ruoff ____________________________ Susan Renner BOARD OF SELECTMEN TOWN OF GUILFORD

Cohen, Deane Discuss 12th District Priorities Continued from page 1 all of that, and I want to bring that realworld experience to the table. I care deeply about our communities and their future. One-party control has gone on too long, and I believe Connecticut needs more balance, more accountability, and people willing to ask the hard questions. I’m willing to do that. b

What do you consider the most important issues in 2026? Are there issues you believe the state has not adequately addressed? Cohen: I think affordability is the top issue for most families, and while I think we have made great strides to ensure that Connecticut is a place where folks can afford to live, work, raise a family, and retire — there is more to do. I think that we need to reassess how we fund our schools in order to relieve the burden on local taxpayers, establish affordable and quality healthcare options, and fight back against monopolies to lower our energy costs. Deane: Affordability, public safety, education, and keeping our businesses here are priorities for me. Families need room to breathe. Between electric bills, property taxes, housing, and everyday expenses, there is only so much people can absorb. As a business owner, I see how rising costs affect decisions about hiring and staying open. As a Board of Education member, I see the difficult choices facing our schools, especially around special education. I also believe preventing fentanyl deaths and supporting law enforcement require sustained attention. b

What have constituents identified as their most pressing concerns, and how would you address them? Cohen: I also hear a lot about Shore Line East and the need to restore service, as well as the importance of coastal resiliency in the face of climate change. Additionally, I hear from a lot of folks who are not happy with the direction the federal government is taking us, and they are relying on our state leaders to protect our Connecticut values — like protecting our neighbors, safeguarding access to abortion care, ensuring those who need it have access to food and healthcare. We have

made a lot of progress on these items, and I intend to fight for more. Deane: Electric bills, property taxes, housing costs, and traffic affect everyday life. People also deserve a meaningful voice in decisions that change their towns. My priorities would be reducing unnecessary cost burdens, supporting responsible school funding, and protecting local decision-making. Hartford needs to listen to the people living with the consequences of its policies. b

What do you hope to accomplish for your constituents during the next legislative session in Hartford? Cohen: Lowering energy costs, cutting red tape for small businesses, protecting Connecticut residents from federal cuts, and increasing state funding for education so our students and teachers have the tools they need to succeed, without overburdening local taxpayers. Deane: I would work for relief on electric bills, responsible spending, and a business climate that gives employers a reason to hire and grow here. I would push for more predictable education funding, particularly for special education, so towns can plan without placing every added burden on local taxpayers. b

What personal qualities are essential for a state senator, and how have you demonstrated those qualities in your work? Cohen: I think that you need to be fair, persistent, and a good listener. I think that listening is key to representing your constituents, finding common ground with those who you disagree [with], and making informed choices to move our state forward. I always try to work with everyone, regardless of party, to find common ground and deliver for my constituents. Deane: Integrity, common sense, courage, and the ability to listen. You have to be willing to explain your decisions and stand behind them, even when that is uncomfortable. I will work across the aisle when it benefits our district. I will also speak up when a proposal costs too much, takes away local control, or fails the people it is supposed to help. Cooperation matters, and so does having a backbone. See Cohen, Deane page 12

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Ava Orphanoudakis: Finding Connections Through Art Continued from page 2 education eventually led to work connecting museums and universities in the United States and Greece. Ava taught at the Peabody Museum and became involved in the development

of a natural history museum in Greece. As a project manager, she helped coordinate collaborations between museums and universities in both countries. Those projects included exhibitions exploring the flora and fauna of Connecticut and Crete, allowing audiences in each

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Gertrude C. Murdock (26-0309) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated October 1, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss ofrights to recover on such claim. Karen M. Parzych, Chief Clerk The fiduciary is: Linda C. Perham, 5 Canberra Court, Guilford, CT 06437 Kenneth Murdock, 444 Bel Air Way, Poinciana, FL 34759

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Patricia Barnum Williams, AKA Patricia B. Williams, AKA Patricia Willaims (26-0272) The Hon. Seth C. Klaskin, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated September 29, 2026, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk The fiduciary is: Christopher Williams c/o WILLIAM F L RODGERS, SUGARBROOK LAW CENTER, SUGARBROOK LAW CENTER, 4 HI BARLOW ROAD, NEWTOWN, CT 06470

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location to learn about the natural environment of the other. “It was amazing and so much fun and they continued collaborations where people were doing something good through education,” she says. “The dream project for me was in Crete because I was involved with the discovery and interactive center for kids there, which is still up and running.” While education and natural history remained important parts of her work, Ava also continued developing her artistic interests. She has belonged to the Guilford Art League for at least 20 years and has used abstract art to explore the natural processes that have fascinated her throughout her life. “I always knew I wanted to do abstract art work and at that point I was trying to express the internal processes of nature,” she says. “It has been spiritual for me on a deeper level.” Her current exhibition at Mercy by the Sea takes that exploration further, focusing on her interpretation of space as something filled with movement, patterns, and connections rather than emptiness. “Most people think of space as being empty but actually through quantum physics we learned about how full space actually is through patterns and harmonies,” she says. “Musical space is the birthplace of everything else on earth including ourselves and in the universe, all of life comes from space.”

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Notice is hereby given that the Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., in the Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford, Connecticut and via Teams at: Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25540873116382?p=0tKcIpk4TnsVk3MKNp Meeting ID: 255 408 731 163 82 Passcode: Yd3LZ7jZ to consider an ordinance amendment to Chapter 247 Article IX of the Town Code (Tax Exemptions for Farm Machinery and Farm Buildings) in order to Adopt Additional Municipal Exemptions available under Connecticut General Statutes Section 12-91(a). All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. Written communications will be received. This notice is published pursuant to Section 3-4(a)(8) of the Charter of the Town of Guilford. Dated at Guilford, Connecticut this 6th day of October, 2026.

For Ava, the exhibition represents an intersection of scientific ideas and spiritual beliefs, expressed through abstract compositions. “Memories of musical space is really about space as the fifth element which takes you to a scientific level on one side and a spiritual level on the other,” she says. “It is a combination of science and spirituality for me. The artwork is much more complex than my earlier artwork trying to express how full space is. There is a lot of dancing and movement in the work and hopefully more than anything it is musical.” The exhibition opened at Mercy by the Sea, 167 Neck Road in Madison, on Oct. 3 and continues through Nov. 23. The public can view the exhibition on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors interested in viewing the artwork on weekends are asked to call Mercy by the Sea in advance. Ava hopes visitors will take time to explore the 46 pieces and consider the ideas behind them. The exhibition also reflects her belief that a greater appreciation of the connections among living things can encourage people to work together. “In conclusion, I hope through a greater understanding and appreciation for unity of life, we will all come together and collaborate from a deep center of pure consciousness, infinite potential and love empowering us to create the beautiful healing patterns that life on Earth so desperately needs.”

Notice is hereby given that the Guilford Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday 21st October, 2026 at 7:00p.m. in the Guilford Community Center, 32 Church Street, Guilford, CT to consider the following: 1. Application (after the fact) by Kenneth M. MacKenzie for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a fence on property located at 15 Fair Street, Assessor’s Map 39, Lot 31. 2. Application by John L. McCauley IV & Caitlin Hanley for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a fence on property located at 95 Fair Street, Assessor’s Map 46, Lot 28. 3. Application by David Harding for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new addition on a dwelling located at 280 Old Whitfield Street, Assessor’s Map 33, Lot 15-2. 4. Applicant/Agent Pat Munger Construction Co. for Owner: Jennifer Starkey for a Certificate of Appropriateness to replace entry, side exit door, windows, siding, and add exterior light at entry, push button handicap operator, and a handicap ramp, all on property located at 89 State Street, Assessor’s Map 47, Lot 29.

______________________________ Matthew T. Hoey III ______________________________ Louis Federici ______________________________ Susan K. Renner ______________________________ Sandra Ruoff ______________________________ Jonathan Trotta

The above applications and accompanying documents are on file for inspection in the offices of the Town Clerk and the Guilford Historic District Commission, Town Hall, Guilford. At this hearing, written communications will be received and all interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard relative to the above applications.

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Brian Risse Guilford On Sept. 30, 2026, Brian Edward Risse’s life became legend, as he passed away surrounded by the tears and laughter of his family, friends, and pets. Brian was a storyteller at heart, so it would be impossible for this unreliable narrator, his daughter, to recount all his tales. The good news is that his story is a good one. While Brian was a longtime resident of Guilford, Connecticut, he was a Midwest man at heart, born and raised in the cornfields of Frankfort, Ind. Brian was born April 29, 1962, to his parents, Joseph Risse Sr. and Shirley Risse, and to his older brothers, Joseph Risse Jr. and Greg Risse. A few years later, his baby brother John joined the gang, and so began the mayhem of the four Risse brothers. Brian told endless tales of growing up in the American heartland. Stories of riding his bike into the lake in his backyard, surrounded by the cheers and chants from his brothers. Chronicles of his many canine companions, among whom his beagle Missy was a star, running wild beside him. Legends of his first true love, basketball, and high school fables that involved beers, friends, rock music, and late nights. Brian graduated from Ball State University in 1984, and his crowning achievement from those years was the lifelong friends he made along the way. Soon after graduating, Brian headed out East to Springfield, Mass., and it was in this humdrum city that he strolled into Shannon’s Pub on a June evening in 1987 and met Sharon Kane Risse. And as the story goes, his life began. And as Brian said, “I couldn’t have made a better choice.” Brian and Sharon fell in love fast and began to build their life together, creating homes in peculiar apartments and finding their way in evolving careers. Four days after they moved in together, they adopted an orange kitten named Hoosier. Two years after they met, on June 17, 1989, they were married. And so followed years of growing up and traveling the world together. They honeymooned in Tahiti, went camping in Maine, road-tripped to the Indy 500,

and swam with the sea lions in San Diego, to name a few. As Brian lovingly described this time, “It was me and your Mom against the world.” A few years later, on a spring day in 1994, Brian’s heart cracked wide open with the arrival of his first daughter, Hannah Maureen Risse, his “ooo-lady.” Hannah was quickly followed by Hayley Elizabeth Risse, his mirrored wild child, in 1996, and Isabelle Ann Risse, his best friend, in 1998. With the family now complete at five, the “Brian’s Rissechicks” chapter began. As a jock casanova born into a family of brothers, he faced relentless teasing from his girls that this was his karmic lot in life. But as each baby girl arrived, he felt more at home in his role of “girl dad” than he had in any role before. He championed Sharon’s dream to show their girls the world, cashing in his corporate Delta points and chauffeuring them around in a minivan to do it. In his 64 years, he visited 48 states and 20 countries, with his wife, children, and ultimately grandchildren in tow. While he raised his daughters, he also raised their various pets, including but not limited to approximately 20 guinea pigs, four cats, two betta fish, one gecko, a hamster, a newt, a frog, and a couple of hermit crabs. His confidant during these years, however, was a black Lab named Puddles. They shared many stories and walks along the beach at their favorite place, Chaffinch Island. After many years of his daughters’ pleading, a fluffy morkie named Genevieve arrived and nestled her way into his heart, as well. And when his girls moved away, they made sure to continue the trend of bringing him animals he swore he did not want, gifting him a beagle named Hazel, “Hazel the Wonderdog,” and a kitten named Elvis, “Elvie-cat.” These two, of course, were Brian’s best buds in his final years and the stars of his social media presence. The birth of his girls coincided with the birth of his career, and in 1999, he accepted a role at Gale by Cengage. He dedicated 27 years to the company and was repaid in the enduring friendships he made while he was there. He traveled all over the country, fostering a passion for universal access to education, and truly believed librarians were unsung heroes. An intentional people

person, he met countless customers and teammates who could have been just that, but that was not Brian’s way. He won multiple sales awards and rose through the ranks, but his most precious accomplishment was the impact he made by lifting others up around him. With his infectious charm and consistent humor, his co-workers became kin. His home away from home was an office in Detroit, and his family was well acquainted with his work clan, coined “The Cone.” Brian found a way to make his life in Guilford even more fulfilling than the one he led on the road. As an original member of the “Sunrise Shooters,” Brian, or as the Shooters knew him, Covey, would fly in from work at midnight and be hitting baseline jumpers by 6 a.m. He was closely tied to the Guilford Basketball League, where he coached all three of his girls’ teams and later worked as a referee alongside Isabelle. He went on to be Isabelle’s Guilford Travel coach until she aged out and was there rooting for her during all of her high school games. When he wasn’t at basketball, he was driving Hannah and Hayley to their theater performances and ballet recitals, cheering them on just as loudly in an auditorium as he would in a basketball gym. The most unexpected gift Guilford gave him, however, was the community he and Sharon built in their 30 years together. What started as a few Guilford newcomers in a playgroup evolved into something that can barely be defined. Through decades of playdates, parties, ski trips, tragedies, and jokes, the members of this clan expanded, and their children grew. In its most recent years, this crew authored themselves the F*** Cancer crew. On Brian’s stormiest days, this community weathered the storms alongside him, nourishing him and Sharon with endless food and love. Brian repaid them the only way he knew how, by harnessing his superpower to put everyone at ease. He found a way to make his loved ones laugh through their tears, and every room felt lighter just because he was in it. As Brian often reminisced to Sharon, “We didn’t do everything right, but look at that family and community we built.” Brian’s love for his daughters was only eclipsed by his love for his grand-

daughters, the mini chicks, Penelope and Clodagh Cunningham. The pain of his illness never touched his love for them and could not hinder the joyous memories they created. This love powered him to New Hampshire, Bar Harbor, Colo., Disney World, and Thailand to be with them, and in between the big moments were countless lazy afternoons when they cozied up next to him on the couch. Brian represented the very best of what it meant to be a man in a family of women, something his two sons-in-law are not soon to forget. As Brian often told them, “You guys are screwed.” Brian is survived by his eccentric and chaotic life partner and wife, Sharon Risse; and his three eccentric and chaotic daughters, Hannah Cunningham (Daniel Cunningham), Hayley Steenson (William Steenson), and Isabelle Risse. He leaves behind his four best buddies: his granddaughters Clodagh and Penelope Cunningham, his beagle Hazel, and his kitty cat Elvis. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Kathleen Kane and his three brothers, Joseph Risse Jr., Greg Risse (Marci Risse), and John Risse (Patsy Risse). He was predeceased by his father, Joseph Risse Sr., and his mother, Shirley Risse. Heartfelt thanks go out to the exceptional nurses and doctors at Yale New Haven Hospital who fought alongside him, with special thanks to Dr. Jill Lacy and Dr. Cary Caldwell for being constant companions and leaders in his care. Friends from near and far are invited to attend Brian’s Celebration of Life at noon on Sunday, Nov. 8, at Pine Orchard Country Club in Branford. Memorial donations in Brian’s name can be made to the American Library Association, the Guilford Basketball League, or your favorite animal shelter. Donations to the Public Library Association can be sent to: https://ec.ala.org/donate/projects#divisions-pla, or Guilford Basketball League can be mailed to: Guilford Basketball League, 800 Village Walk #242, Guilford, CT 06437, or your favorite animal shelter. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St., Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com.

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Which accomplishments are you most proud of, and how would you build on those successes in the next legislative session? Cohen: I am proud that I continue to secure funding to restore service to Shore Line East. This year we added another 4 trains, and while we have some work to do to restore service to pre-pandemic levels, we are adding trains and giving riders more consistency and options in their travels. We also secured additional funding for microtransit like XtraMile buses that are so important for seniors, those without transportation, or those with disabilities. Deane: I’m most proud of founding demandZERO after losing my son Joe to fentanyl poisoning in 2018. Nothing can undo that loss, but I was determined to do something that could help another family. Our all-volunteer organization has

donated more than $700,000 in support, including four drug-detection K9s and equipment for law enforcement. We’ve built relationships with the DEA, FBI, New England HIDTA, Connecticut State Police, and local departments, while bringing fentanyl education to students and communities. b

Is there anything else you would like voters to know? Cohen: Representing the 12th Senate District has been an honor of a lifetime, and I am eager to return to the Capitol to continue doing the people’s business. Deane: You won’t have to wonder where I stand. I’ll be accessible, I’ll listen, and I’ll tell you honestly what I can do and where the obstacles are. I’m running to represent all eight towns in our district, whether you vote Republican, Democrat, or independent. We may disagree on some things, but we all deserve a state government that respects our work, our money, and our communities.

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Guilford Cross Country Sweeps Division Titles, Boys Take Third at Wickham Park By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Guilford’s cross country teams continued their strong seasons with Hammonasset Division and sectional championships before the boys earned a third-place finish in the Varsity Medium Schools race at the Wickham Park Invitational on Oct. 10 in Manchester. The boys finished with 145 points at Wickham Park, led by senior co-captains Lewis Thoreen and Jordan Espinosa, who placed 14th and 19th, respectively. Thoreen finished in 17:01, while Espinosa crossed the line in 17:07. Senior Caleb Hansen placed 29th in 17:25, followed by senior Tyler Mezrich in 41st at 17:50 and sophomore Jude Sico in 42nd at 17:57. Guilford coach Jonathan Rivera said the team’s success had been built through years of working together. He said the senior-heavy varsity group continued to make progress toward its season goals. “The boys have been impressive,” Rivera said. “Senior-heavy varsity this year, so we have all been working together for four years. We have our team goals in sight, and we are working very hard to get there.” Rivera pointed to the consistency of Espinosa and Thoreen, who provided leadership at the front of the lineup, along with Hansen’s continued improvement. He said Hansen had developed into another reliable contributor, while Sico had surprised everyone with his performance. “Sophomore Jude Sico has impressively jumped onto the scene in his first year of cross country and been an unexpected scorer as a top five runner,” Rivera said.

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Guilford boys cross country heads into the postseason after winning Hammonasset Division and sectional titles. The Grizzlies also placed third at the Wickham Park Invitational on Oct. 10.

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The Guilford girls cross country team captured the Hammonasset Division and sectional championships, scoring 43 points at the SCC Divisional Championships on Oct. 5.

That depth was on display at the Southern Connecticut Conference Divisional Championships on Oct. 5 at Hamden Town Park, where both Guilford boys and girls teams captured their Hammonasset Division and sectional titles. The boys scored 40 points, while the girls finished with 43. Rivera said the boys understood the challenge posed by North Haven and Cross, two teams he described as strong competitors this season. He said Guilford responded by sticking to its race plan and delivering the performance needed to win. “Divisions was a test,” Rivera said. “North Haven and Cross have strong teams this year, and we knew we had to perform well and run our race, and we did.” Espinosa led the boys with a third-place finish in 15:53, followed by Thoreen in sixth at 16:14. Hansen placed ninth in 16:39, Sico finished 10th in 16:51, and Mezrich rounded out the top five in 12th at 17:08. The girls also continued their strong season, led by senior Olivia Jackson’s second-place finish in 18:55. Senior Indy Pelliccio placed fifth in 19:34, while sophomore Dalia Dadak and freshman Lily Ridge finished 11th and 12th, respectively. Freshman Victoria Gwiazda placed 16th. Rivera credited girls coach Jay Criscuoulo with helping prepare the girls physically and mentally for their races, adding that both teams were focused on maintaining their health as the postseason approached. “We want to make the Opens as a team this year, and we know what that will take to do that, and that is where our focus is,” Rivera said.

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The Guilford football team improved to 5-0 with a 35-24 victory over West Haven on Oct. 9. The Grizzlies head into their bye week undefeated.

Guilford Football Stays Unbeaten, Field Hockey Wins Two Tough Tests By Serenity J. Bishop Sports Editor

Guilford’s athletic programs continued to battle through the regular season, with several teams putting together impressive stretches as they worked toward the postseason. The Guilford football team continued its unbeaten start with a win over West Haven on Oct. 9, improving to 5-0 heading into its bye week. The Grizzlies were led by another standout performance from Shane Connelly, but football wasn’t the only program enjoying success. The Guilford field hockey team also continued its strong season with consecutive wins over Cheshire and Glastonbury. The Grizzlies defeated West Haven 35-24, led by Connelly, who rushed for 178 yards and scored four touchdowns. It was

the second time this season Connelly had scored four touchdowns in a game, bringing his season total to 14 in five games. Connelly wasn’t the only Guilford player to make an impact. Reed Hovick recorded two receptions for 108 yards and a touchdown as the Grizzlies earned their fifth victory and dropped West Haven to 1-4. Guilford will have two weeks to prepare for its next matchup, a road game against undefeated Lyman Hall (4-0). Lyman Hall will face Hillhouse during Guilford’s bye week, giving the Grizzlies an additional opportunity to scout their next opponent before returning to action. The football team has five games remaining in the regular season, with three of those contests scheduled on the road. The

Grizzlies will look to maintain their momentum as they enter the second half of the schedule. The Guilford field hockey team improved to 9-1 with two victories against strong competition. The Grizzlies defeated Cheshire 4-2 before following up with a 2-1 win over Glastonbury. The consecutive victories gave Guilford another boost as it navigated a challenging second half of the regular season. With several Shoreline Conference opponents still ahead, including reigning conference and state champion Branford, the Grizzlies will look to continue building momentum and sharpen their play as the postseason approaches. On the soccer fields, Guilford’s boys dropped to 6-3-2 after suffering a 7-1 loss to rival Daniel Hand. The Grizzlies will look to

regroup following the defeat as they continue their push through the regular season. The girls had a much closer matchup against Hand, battling the Tigers to a scoreless tie. Guilford moved to 5-4-2 and has five regular-season games remaining to strengthen its position heading into the postseason. Guilford volleyball also continued its season with a 3-1 victory over Shelton, improving to 7-6.

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Ivoryton’s A Piece of My Heart About the U.S. Women Who Served in Vietnam Is Well-Acted and Disturbing By Karen Isaacs Special to Living

Women have been in war since time began; some pretended to be men, but others provided nursing care, friendship, and entertainment. Debutantes became ambulance drivers in World War I. Both their contributions and their experiences have often been overlooked or diminished. Ivoryton Playhouse’s production of A Piece of My Heart (through Sunday, Oct. 25) focuses on six women who served in Vietnam. It is based on the book of the same name, an oral history of 26 women who served. Playwright Shirley Lauro has created six characters — three are nurses, one is career Army, the fifth is an entertainer, and another works for the Red Cross. In addition, Galen Donovan portrays all the men — from supercilious officers to “grunts” to civilians. Each saw the horror of the war — the nurses more than the others — but they all experienced danger — from attacks by the enemy to being patronized and ignored by the men, to sexual assaults, often by their comradesin-arms. All had a difficult time reentering civilian life. Lauro has focused on the trauma they experienced; for the nurses, it was the never-ending horror of missing limbs and dying soldiers, but it was also the terror, the drugs, the drinking, and the heartbreak of romances ending in death or being attacked and then having the experience discounted. For the career Army officer, it was being dismissed and having her intelligence findings ignored, perhaps because she was a woman or perhaps because she was African American. The three nurses enlist for different reasons when they graduate from nursing school; all were told that only volunteers were sent to ’Nam, yet each was assigned there immediately upon

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Cast members portray anti-war protesters in Ivoryton Playhouse’s production of A Piece of My Heart, which explores the experiences of six American women who served during the Vietnam War.

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Two cast members portray women serving during the Vietnam War in A Piece of My Heart at Ivoryton Playhouse. The play follows six women through their wartime experiences and their struggles to readjust to civilian life.

completing basic training. Martha (Autumn Eliza Sheffy) is an Army brat who follows her mother, a former Navy nurse. Whitney (Mandy Evans) wants to escape Erie, Pennsylvania, and her conservative family. Leeann (Alicia Kaori) has protested the war but signs up — she wants to be stationed in Hawaii where “people look like her.” Angela Hall is Steele — an African American woman from Mississippi who is career Army; she is an intelligence officer who views her tour as a way to promotion. Then there is Mary Jo (Allie Seibold), the very young (18) member of a singing group hired to tour and entertain. Finally, Olivia Fenton, a Vassar graduate, is Sissy, who becomes a Red Cross volunteer, or what some call a “donut dolly.” Despite the valiant effort of the cast and director Jacqueline Hubbard, I found this play in many ways disappointing. The cast is fine; each develops a sense of their character, the scenic design (by Kim Zhou) is very good, and the sound design by Rhian Franchebois is excellent. Yet, I left the theater unmoved. By the time I had gotten home, I could not recall much about any specific character. Lauro is responsible for that. The characters are more stereotypes than individuals, from the sweet, naïve Whitney from the conservative family to the bored Sissy who doesn’t want to teach in a private school. Why did the anti-war Leeann enlist? Couldn’t she have gotten to Hawaii any other way? Even their experiences seem generic. I couldn’t remember later which one had fallen in love with a GI who died right before going home. Was she the same one whose conscientious objector orderly was gunned down? At least the experiences of Steele, Mary Jo, and Sissy are somewhat more memorable See Ivoryton page 21

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Calendar for the Week of October 15, 2026

All About Artists: Alma Thomas: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Children ages 6 to 12 learn about artist Alma Thomas and create artwork inspired by her work. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

risks and consequences, motivations for use, common myths, and safeguarding youth. For parents and caregivers. Registration required. For info or to register, contact Old Saybrook Youth & Family Services at 860-3953190 or brittany.eckert@oldsaybrookct.gov.

All About Allergies with Physician Zachary Rubin: 6 p.m. Via Zoom. Virtual author talk about Rubin’s book, All About Allergies: Everything You Need to Know About Asthma, Food Allergies, Hay Fever, and More. Free. Registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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Veterans Coffee and Connections: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Clinton Town Hall Green Room, 54 E. Main St. Hosted by the Clinton Veterans Advisory Committee. Veterans can meet for coffee and conversation and make connections. For info, call Rick Way at 203-980-5448.

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Actor Campbell Harmon performs stories and poems by Edgar Allan Poe and discusses Poe's life, death and legacy. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library. Registration required. For info, call 203-4881441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Social Services Help Day: 9 to 9:45 a.m. Grace Church, 336 Main St., Old Saybrook. Old Saybrook Social Services offers food assistance through a CT Foodshare mobile market truck, along with dental supplies, a hygiene kit, and blood pressure checks. Bring grocery bags. For info, contact 860-395-3188 or susan.consoli@oldsaybrookct.gov.

Guilford Grizzlies Boys Soccer Breast Cancer Awareness Game: 4 p.m. JV, 6 p.m. Varsity. Kavanaugh Stadium, Guilford High School, 605 New England Rd, Guilford. Games against West Haven will include refreshments, T-shirts, and 50/50 raffles. Donations and proceeds benefit Infinite Strength, which supports women living with metastatic breast cancer. For info, call 203453-2741.

Palate to Palette: 6 to 9 p.m. Lyme Art Association, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Signature fundraising gala featuring live music, food from regional restaurants and caterers, and a silent auction of new artwork by association member artists. Tickets: $85 per person; RSVP required. Proceeds support the association’s exhibitions and special projects. For info or tickets, call 860-434-7802 or visit lymeartassociation.org/palate-to-palette.

Art Therapy Workshop: 10 a.m. The Congregational Church in Killingworth, 273 Rte. 81. Briana Benn-Mirandi of Art & Soul Therapy leads a creative art therapy workshop. No artistic experience required. Cost: $40 per person. For info, call 860-663-1789, email office@killingworthchurch.org, or visit killingworthchurch.org.

SFX Makeup Workshop: 4 to 6 p.m. Madison Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr. Participants will learn special-effects makeup techniques for creating scars, bruises, and bloody cuts. For info, contact 203-245-2689 or info@madisonartsbarn.org, or visit madisonartsbarn.org.

101st CT Representatives Candidates’ Debate: 7 p.m. Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd., Madison. The League of Women Voters of the East Shore sponsors a debate featuring Mary Ann Connelly and John-Michael Parker. The public is invited to attend. The debate will be recorded and may be viewed on the League of Women Voters of the East Shore YouTube channel. Questions for the candidates are welcome. For info or to submit questions or topics, email eastshoreleague@yahoo.com.

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THURSDAY, OCT. 15 Great Decisions: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Facilitated by Tom Lee. Discussion topic: Ukraine and the Future of European Security. Cost: $5 with your own 2026 Great Decisions Briefing Book; $40, including the book. For info or to register, visit ssill.org.

Pre-Performance Talk: Verdi’s Macbeth: 5:30 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St., Guilford. Alan Mann, artistic director of Opera Theater of Connecticut, will discuss Verdi’s opera, including its music, characters and dramatic themes. Co-sponsored by the Shoreline Opera Club and Shoreline Village Connecticut. Free; registration requested. For info, email ShorelineOperaClub@gmail.com or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Substances Deep Dive for Parents & Caregivers: Marijuana and THC Products: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Virtual. Training presented by Cori Hammond, MPH, covering marijuana, cannabis and hemp-derived products, youth use trends,

Voter Registration Session: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Registrars of Voters Office, 40 Kirkham St., Branford. Hosted by the Branford Registrars of Voters pursuant to state statute. For info, call 203-483-3998.

Tweens Magic: The Gathering: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Participants will learn Magic: The Gathering from the ground up; all levels of experience are welcome. Cards and materials are provided, and participants will build decks to take home. Recommended for ages 9 and older. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Concert by Buddy Mondlock: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by The Occasional Coffee House. Sponsored by Shoreline Pastoral Counseling. Tickets: $20, includes coffee, tea, and homemade cookies. For info or tickets, visit eventbrite.com or northmadisoncc.org. See page 22

Ivoryton’s A Piece of My Heart tribulations from their return home until the dedication of the Vietnam Wall in because each is doing something different. 1982. (The play was written in 1992.) As Act One follows the six from deciding to one says, nothing [everyday life] seems enlist through the end of their tour of duty important anymore. in ’Nam. Act Two shows their trials and Perhaps this blurring together of charContinued from page 20

acteristics and experiences is intentional — Lauro’s way of indicating that these were routine, part of the daily grind and, therefore, not individually memorable. I was left applauding the cast but also

wondering if this was just one slice of their experiences. This might be enlightening for teens, but younger children could find it disturbing. For tickets, visit Ivoryton Playhouse.org.

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A Trip to Playhouse on Park Is Well Worth It; Arthur Miller’s The Price in Branford; and a New Comedy in Westport Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater By Karen Isaacs Columnist

Sondheim, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and Huey Lewis: Goodspeed’s 2027 season features three shows with longer runs. The season opens with Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods (April 30-July 4), followed by The Heart of Rock and Roll, inspired by the songs of Huey Lewis and the News (July 16-Sept. 19), and concluding with Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic The King & I (Oct. 1-Dec. 5). Season tickets are now on sale; tickets to individual productions will go on sale at a later date. Visit Goodspeed.org for information. Make it to West Hartford: Go see The Happiest Man on Earth, now running at Playhouse on Park through Sunday, Oct. 18. You’ll see a magnificent performance by Robert Resnikoff as Eddie Jaku, a man who survived five concentration camps, several escapes, and later worked tirelessly for peace and forgiveness. Tickets are available at PlayhouseOnPark.org. Long Wharf in Branford: If you want to see the Long Wharf production of The Price by Arthur Miller, you will have to go to the Legacy Theatre in Branford. The

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two are teaming up, with Legacy providing the performing space. The play, about two estranged brothers reuniting years later, has a fine cast, including Tony nominee Mark Nelson. It runs from Friday, Oct. 30, through Sunday, Nov. 30. Tickets are available at LongWharf.org. Another Riff on Pride & Prejudice: Westport Country Playhouse opens its season with a world premiere comedy by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me a Tenor, Crazy for You), Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley. This sparkling and wildly imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic finds married life at Pemberley turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives — Napoleon Bonaparte himself, awaiting exile. One of my favorite actresses, Kristine Nielsen, plays the haughty Lady Catherine de Bourgh. It runs from Tuesday, Oct. 20, through Saturday, Nov. 7. Tickets are at WestportPlayhouse.org. A Conversation with Bill Berloni: Sunday, Oct. 25, the Palace Theatre in Waterbury will host a presentation by Berloni, the legendary animal trainer

(particularly dogs for theater productions), plus a dog adoption event. Berloni got his start finding the shelter dog to play Sandy in the original production of Annie at Goodspeed Musicals. He’ll discuss his experiences training animals for stage and screen and his work in animal rescue and welfare. The Brass City Rescue Alliance will host a dog adoption event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. before his talk. For tickets, visit PalaceTheaterCT.org. Renowned Designer: I was saddened to learn of designer Bob Mackie’s death Monday, Sept. 14, at 87. Though he was best known for his work with Carol Burnett and Cher, he provided costume designs for many Broadway shows, winning a Tony for his work on Cher. I recall meeting him and telling him that I had once tried on one of his gowns, and my big regret was that I didn’t buy it. His response was, “It was probably overpriced!” A lovely man. NYC Notes: Julia Roberts is returning to Broadway next February with Sarah Paulson and Paul Rudd in Bess Wohl’s Small Mouth Sounds. Bernie Williams, a Latin Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist, will join the band on stage in Buena Vista Social Club Oct. 22-Nov. 29. Williams is perhaps best known as a member of the championship NY Yankees. Former Mets player Jose “Candelita” Iglesias is now in the cast as the narrator through Nov. 15. Neil Patrick Harris will star as the devil (Applegate) in a revised revival of Damn

Food Drive: 9 a.m. to noon. Stop & Shop, 665 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. The Old Saybrook Rotary Club partners with Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries to colSATURDAY, OCT. 17 lect nonperishable food for residents of Old Lyme, Old Ivoryton Pumpkin Chase: 8 a.m. sign-in; 9 a.m. 5K run Saybrook, and Westbrook. Suggested donations include and two-mile walk. Ivoryton Green, Ivoryton. The 5K folcanned meals, soup, pasta, peanut butter and jelly, lows a road and trail course through Falls River Park, canned meats, rice, and breakfast bars. Monetary donawhile the two-mile walk goes to the entrance of Falls tions also accepted. For info, contact Joan Winters at River Preserve and back. The event includes treats, prizes, 860-861-8811 or wj.winters81@gmail.com. and a costume contest. For info or to register, visit runsignup.com/Race/CT/Ivoryton/IvorytonPumpkinChase. Annual Harvest Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. John’s Continued from page 21

Benefit Pickleball Tournament: 8:30 a.m. Bittner Park, 1390 Durham Rd., Guilford. Beginner-plus level (2.5 to 3.0). Benefits Meals on Wheels. Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 18. For info or to register, call 203-453-8359. Boat America Boating Safety Course: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Building, Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr., Clinton. One-day NASBLAapproved boating safety course. Cost: $65 prepaid by Thursday before class; $70 day of class; $75 walk-in, space permitting. For info or to register, contact Mark Bennett at 860-304-2696 or m.a.bennett@sbcglobal.net.

Episcopal Church, 129 Ledge Hill Rd., North Guilford. Features vendors, artisans, handmade crafts, raffles of themed baskets, face painting, and a food truck. For info, contact 203-457-1094 or stjohnsnorthguilford@gmail.com. Friends of the Essex Library Big Fall Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Hardcovers, $3; paperbacks, $2. Puzzles also available. For info, visit youressexlibrary.org.

Yankees next spring. Matthew Morrison, who won a Tony for his portrayal of Bobby Darin, will return to the musical Just in Time for three weeks beginning Oct. 20. Connecticut Briefs: Westport Country Playhouse’s Script in Hand series on Monday, Oct. 5, featured a high-powered cast: Tom Hanks, Tony Shalhoub, and Wendie Malick reading Portrait of a Woman in Repose. Tickets are now on sale for Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical, which will play the Bushnell from May 4 through May 9. Tickets are at Bushnell.org. What’s Playing in Connecticut: The Snow Goose at Goodspeed Musicals through Oct. 18. The Happiest Man on Earth at Playhouse on Park, West Hartford, through Oct. 18. A Piece of My Heart at Ivoryton Playhouse through Oct. 25, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at Yale Rep through Oct. 24, Dracula at Hartford Stage through Nov. 1, Little Bear Bridge Road at TheaterWorks Hartford through Nov. 8, and Mamma Mia! at the Bushnell, Oct. 20-25. Karen Isaacs is an East Haven resident. To check out her reviews for New York and Connecticut shows, visit 2ontheaisle.word press.com. She’s a member of the Connecticut Critics Circle, New York’s Outer Critics Circle, Connecticut Theater Women’s Network, and the American Theatre Critics Association.

Stony Creek Historical Quarry Tour: 10 a.m. Stony Creek Quarry, 99 Quarry Rd., Branford. Tour of the historic quarry hosted by the Guilford Keeping Society and Stony Creek Museum. Ages 10 and older. Cost: $20. Tickets available in advance at Page Hardware in Guilford and Taken for Granite in Branford, or at the quarry the morning of the tour. For info, email stonycreekmuseumweb@gmail.com. Harvest Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Free family event featuring farm animals, Victorian games, historic farm demonstrations, live music, pumpkin weighing, sauerkraut making, and more. The Farmhouse Museum, Quinnipiac Dawnland Museum, and Fall Farmers Market will be open. Handmade arts and crafts, baked goods, jams, and jellies will be available. Food donations will be collected for the Guilford Food Bank. For info, call 203-457-0770 or visit dudleyfarm.com.

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The Kate in Old Saybrook Readies for Expansion By Kristina Dorsey Special to Living

Why does the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook need to expand and undergo some renovations? Let Brett Elliott offer some examples. Elliott, the Kate’s executive director, recalled that there was a conflict between a scheduled Metropolitan Opera encore screening on a Tuesday and the loading in of equipment for singer Suzanne Vega’s shows. “We ended up moving The Met encore, which we hate doing, because it was hard to turn down that opportunity to have Vega come back to the space,” Elliott said. With the addition of smaller, flexible spaces to the venue’s existing 284-seat theater, both things could have happened at the same time. Another example: The Kate currently holds paint-and-sip programs on the theater’s stage, since it’s the only current space that fits 25 people sitting at tables. Consequently, the Kate takes its main theater “offline to have 25 people for paint-and-sip events on the stage, which is wonderful, we’re happy to do it, but economically, it will make more sense to put that in a wonderfully flat space with no dropoff at the front of the stage, and we’ll be able to do something in the theater as well,” Elliott said. Another aspect of the Kate that could benefit from an upgrade: As it stands now, there is no elevator to the Kate’s stage, which is on the second floor. “So every piece of equipment you’ve ever seen on stage has come up either stairs or ramps to get to that level,” Elliott said. These are just a few of the many reasons why the cultural arts center — which was created in the former town hall in 2009 — will be undergoing a project to expand as well as renovate part of the existing structure. It will mean a two-story, 7,500square-foot addition. That will feature a 90-seat performance space and four flexible multiuse rooms that could be used for

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A rendering of The Kate's expansion

A rendering of the new performance space at The Kate

everything from acoustic concerts and lectures to community events and the Kate’s education programs. With these changes, the Kate will be able to expand its programming, grow partnerships with other nonprofits, and bring in new audiences. A critical part of the process happened on Sept. 29 when Old Saybrook voters approved, in an 848-604 tally, using up to $6.3 million in bonding for the Kate project. The Kate’s building is owned by the town. The project is expected to cost $11.3 million, and the money beyond the bonding total will be provided by capital campaign funds that the Kate is raising and by grants that it gets. The Kate’s $7 million capital campaign has already brought in about $5.2 million. They are aiming for more than $5 million because the Kate would have to cover any overages on the construction and because the Kate wants to have seed money to make sure that programs are launched as best they can be. Elliott said they also might try to exceed their fundraising goals to do a little refresh in the theater. “Seats and things like that — is it time to upgrade after 20 years? We’re talking about those pieces,” he said.

have the Summer Spotlight camp at the middle school, the state treats it as a second camp license, which means they are required to have a second camp director, a second first aid person, and so on in addition to those they have for Kate’s Camp for Kids. That’s just one reason that having the Summer Spotlight camp based at the Kate, post-expansion, makes more sense.

five years. Board members started discussing where they wanted the center to be for its 25th anniversary in 2034. As they looked at what they needed as an organization, the issue of space kept arising. The Kate’s leaders talked with Centerbrook Architects, did a feasibility study last summer, and began the capital campaign. With the project moving forward, Elliott said it will be nice to see the work happen. “It’s going to change the way in which we do a lot of things — the big things, the shows we bring in, the quantity of things, the quality, but also the small things, just like having offices for staff,” he said, noting that there is the same office space for the Kate’s current 10 full-time employees as when the center started with just two full-time employees. Meanwhile, the Kate’s camps have grown exponentially in the last decade. The camps are primarily for kids, but the Kate sees future opportunities for similar programming for teens and adults. The current Kate’s Camp for Kids is for 5- to 10-year-olds and attracted around 300 last summer. The Summer Spotlight camp for ages 11-13 (with a twoweek pilot program for kids up to age 15) brought in around 100 kids. The latter camp is based out b of the local middle school, and the What’s New? campers come to the Kate for Elliott said that the Kate has performance and tech workshops. been working on this project for Elliott noted that because they

Theater Will Stay Open Construction might start at the end of this year but is more likely to begin at the start of 2027. The Kate will remain open, though, with shows and events happening in the existing theater space. “We have a plan to minimize that impact,” Elliott said. “For the Kate, there’s nearly something happening every night. And we want to keep it that way.” While the Kate’s current 284seat theater is relatively small, there are no plans to expand it. “People love our theater. It’s an intimate experience,” Elliott said. “Do I sometimes wish I had 50 or 100 more seats so I could get a slightly larger act or that act I’d been really after? Sure. That is a true story. But I do recognize it is a very intimate, very wonderful, very comfortable space. We heard repeatedly (from the public): don’t change that.” Speaking about the referendum, Elliott said, “Thank you to the voters of Old Saybrook and our entire community. We’re

incredibly grateful for this vote of confidence — not only in what the Kate has accomplished over nearly two decades, but in our vision for its future. Thank you for believing in the continued growth of an arts center that makes such a positive impact on our residents, local businesses, and the greater community.” Going forward, Elliott hopes that Old Saybrook voters check out the Kate if they haven’t been there before. He hopes that they go online to look at the programming. “If they haven’t found the thing they love here at the Kate, we want to know what they love. Because we’re always trying new things. It’s very different programming every night, and I think it’s one of the best things about this place,” he said. Elliott said that the Kate has become a big piece of Old Saybrook. While Old Saybrook would still be doing well without the Kate, he believes it’s doing a bit better because the Kate is there. Elliott thinks that when the town hall structure was renovated and transformed into the Kate two decades ago, the vision was a little different, of maybe hosting one show a week or every other week. “Where it started is a long way from where it is now, and we’ve just grown. It was really time for the next step to allow that to continue,” he said.

OCTOBER 15, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING Continued from page 22 End of Harvest: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Samuel Smith Farmstead, 82 Plants Dam Rd., East Lyme. Free family event featuring live farm animals, cider and applesauce making, pumpkin painting, traditional blacksmithing, live music, oysters, hearth cooking, historic farm tool demonstrations, and tours of the John Johnson House. A Great Pumpkin Contest will also be held. Donations support repairs to the historic house and barn. For info, visit samuelsmithfarmstead.org.

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Orchestra New England musicians, dressed in 18th-century attire, perform during a previous Colonial Concert at United Church on the Green in New Haven. Led by Maestro James Sinclair, the orchestra will present its 47th annual Colonial Concert on Saturday, Nov. 28, featuring music by Mozart, Bach, Handel, and other composers of the Revolutionary War era.

Orchestra New England Brings Colonial Concert Tradition Back to New Haven Press Release from Orchestra New England

Orchestra New England, led by Maestro James Sinclair, will usher in the holiday season with its 47th annual Colonial Concert on Saturday, Nov. 28, at 8 p.m. at United Church on the Green, 270 Temple St., New Haven. The concert, a New Haven tradition, recreates a musical program in the style of the Revolutionary War era, featuring works by composers popular in the 1780s. Musicians and soloists will perform in 18th-century attire, while the historic church will be decorated for Christmas and illuminated by candlelight. This year’s program will feature Mozart’s Symphony No. 35, known as the Haffner Symphony. Composed in 1782, the work is considered one of the great symphonies of the Classical era. The concert will explore how music made its way from Europe to Colonial America, when obtaining a new composition was a lengthy undertaking.

“Getting such a score and its performance materials to Colonial America took years of work. Everything required hand copying,” Sinclair says. The program will also include orchestral and vocal excerpts from plays and operas of the period. A guest organist will perform a work by Johann Sebastian Bach, whose music had fallen out of popularity by the 1780s. The choral group Alchemy will return to close the concert with the grand concluding music from Handel’s Messiah. A festive pre-concert dinner will be held at 6 p.m. at the Elm City Club, across Elm Street from the church. Concert tickets are $50 for reserved seating and $30 for general admission. Student rush tickets are available at the door for $5. Tickets for the pre-concert dinner are $58 per person. WSHU and WMNR are media sponsors of the event. For tickets and additional information, visit www.orchestranewengland.org or email info@orchestranewengland.org.

Heritage Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bushnell House, 106 S. Main St., Westbrook. Features hearth cooking, fiber arts demonstrations, blacksmithing, colonial games, an American flag art exhibit by Robert Carley, a kitchen garden exhibit presented by the Westbrook Garden Club, fife and drum performances, and an 18th-century doctor portrayed by Daniel Newman. For info, contact the Westbrook Historical Society at 860-399-7473 or westbrookhistoricalsocietyct@gmail.com. Saturday Dance Mode: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Family program featuring dancing, singing, and instruments. Recommended for ages 18 months and older; siblings welcome. No registration required. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Music Among Friends: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Chamber music program featuring string and wind players from the Yale Medical Symphony Orchestra, including works ranging from the Schubert Octet to The Beatles. Sponsored by the Friends in dedication to Edward Maloney. Registration required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

More Than Zombie Meats and Eyes: FX Makeup Workshop: 11 a.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Learn about Hollywood-style special effects makeup through demonstrations of zombie makeup, torn throat wounds and realistic burns. For info or to register, contact 860526-0018 or Library@ChesterCT.org, or visit chesterctlibrary.com. Madison 200 Open House: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Visitors can explore the exhibit A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years, featuring individuals who shaped the town through photography, poetry, and philanthropy. Admission is free. For info, visit madisonhistory.org. Bauer Park Harvest Festival: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Rd., Madison. Features old-fashioned fall activities, outdoor family activities and opportunities to explore the park’s fields, gardens and trails. Free. Rain or shine. For sponsorship information, email bauerparkmadison@gmail.com. Health & Wellness Expo: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Old Saybrook Middle School, 60 Sheffield St., Old Saybrook. Free and open to all ages. Features health screenings and information, mental health providers and prevention education, a One Book One Town literacy event with three local authors, and activities for children, including goats, a bounce house and a fire truck. For info, visit oldsaybrookct.gov/678/ Health-Wellness-Expo.

An Afternoon with Gustav Klimt: 2 to 4 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Screening of Woman in Gold, followed by an art show and reception at the BACA Art Gallery from 4 to 5:30 p.m., featuring work inspired by the painting style of Gustav Klimt. Sponsored by BACA. Registration Chess Workshop: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St., ext. 318, or visit events.blackstoneliDeep River. Professional chess coach leads brary.org. instruction on tactics and strategies, with time for game play. Open to children, Sustainable Farm River Agricultural teens, and adults with basic knowledge of Tour: 2:30 p.m. Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill chess. Registration required; each partici- Farm, 186 Old Post Rd., Northford. William pant must register separately. For info or Dellacamera discusses the farm’s sustainto register, call 860-526-6039 or visit able practices, including its managed ferdeepriverlibrary.libcal.com. tility system using clover and other ground cover. Free and open to the public. Registration required. Light refreshments provided. For info or to register, visit tinyurl.com/FFREfarmtour. See page 26

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Lobster Boil, a collage by Madison artist Alex Wetmore, is among the works featured during Shoreline ArtsTrail’s Open Studios Weekend.

Abstract Whimsy, a pottery piece by Madison artist Anita Griffith, represents the ceramic artwork visitors can discover during Shoreline ArtsTrail’s Open Studios Weekend.

Shoreline ArtsTrail Opens Artists’ Studios Nov. 14-15 Press Release from Shoreline ArtsTrail

The Shoreline ArtsTrail’s 26th annual Open Studios Weekend will take place Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free event will feature 38 shoreline artists in Branford, Guilford, and Madison and is supported by 13 local business sponsors. This juried event brings together professional artists whose work reflects mastery of methods and materials, originality of concept, and craftsmanship. All work must be handmade by the artists in their studios. Visitors will find original artwork in a wide range of media, including painting, jewelry, sculpture, fiber, glass, pottery, metal, and textiles. The weekend offers an opportunity to talk one-on-one with artists, see their materials, learn about their creative processes, and explore their private studios along the shoreline. Visitors can also purchase locally made art, explore area shops and restaurants, and get a head start on holiday shopping. This year’s Shoreline ArtsTrail features Branford artists Terry Bogan (watercolor), Christine Chiocchio (painter and photographer), Anne Coffey (collage), Jayne Crowley (glass), Lisa Hesselgrave (painter), Martha Link Walsh (paper), Dennis Masback (painter), Linda McCarthy (painter), Molly McDonald (painter), and Elizabeth Steele (painter).

Guilford artists include Marjan Babaie Nasr (artist, painter, and art teacher), Mike Bower (woodturner), Alice Chittenden (potter), Christine Drago (painter), Eileen Eder (painter), Laurie Flaherty (painter), David Frank (potter), Deborah Greco (painter), Jackie McGuire (jewelry and belt buckle designer), Christine Penry (hand papermaker), Steven Plaziak (painter), Eva Polizzi (fiber and ceramic artist), Susan Roberts (jewelry designer), Patricia Shoemaker (painter), Marjorie Sopkin (painter), Sandee Spahr (sculptor and painter), Ellis Sant’Andrea (painter), and Jan Vanderburg (printmaker). Madison artists include Robert Dietz (painter), Hilary Griffin (painter), Anita Griffith (ceramic artist), Melissa Imossi (painter), Don Keene (painter), Lady MacCrady (painter), Robert Parrott (potter), Janine Robertson (painter), Nikki Travaglino (painter), and Alex Wetmore (mixed-media and collage artist). The 2026 sponsors include Guilford Art Center, BACA, Ferguson & McGuire, Carol Grave, Guilford Racquet Club, Irene Keene, Realtor with Coldwell Banker, Lela & Matt’s Car Care Clinic, Levlup Family Fitness, Mary Pont, Realtor with Sotheby’s, MoJoe’s Gym, Serve & Smash, Tommy Sullivan’s Café, and Page Hardware & Appliance Co. “Shoreline ArtsTrail’s Open Studios Weekend is a rare chance to step into the creative world of local

professional artists in their private studios—and a perfect opportunity to discover meaningful, one-of-akind art that will enrich your home or office,” says member artist Eileen Eder. The Shoreline ArtsTrail was started in 2001 by a small group of shoreline artists. Their intent was to create an annual open studios event that would allow local residents and weekend visitors to interact with artists and experience the creative process firsthand. Now in its 26th year, the Shoreline ArtsTrail has become a juried group of artists working in media that include painting, ceramics, wood, glass, textiles, printmaking, collage, photography, sculpture, and jewelry. During Open Studios Weekend, yellow “Open Studio” signs direct visitors to participating artists and studios. The event is free and open to all ages. Visitors can meet artists in their workspaces, ask questions, learn about their techniques, and purchase original, handmade artwork. Trail maps are available at libraries, town halls, and sponsor locations in Branford, Guilford, and Madison. For details about Open Studios Weekend, paper map locations, a printable map, and artist profiles, visit www.shorelineartstrail.org, Instagram @shorelineartstrail, or the organization’s Facebook page.

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CONCORA Brings BACHtoberfest to Old Saybrook Oct. 31 Press Release from CONCORA

CONCORA, Connecticut Choral Artists, will present BACHtoberfest, a concert featuring three cantatas by Johann Sebastian Bach, on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3 p.m. at First Church of Christ in Saybrook, 366 Main St., Old Saybrook. Led by Artistic Director Chris Shepard, the professional choir will perform Bach’s Cantatas BWV 6, 39, and 73, works that explore themes of charity, surrender, and steadfast faith. The program is designed to appeal to both longtime Bach enthusiasts and those discovering his music for the first time. The concert is part of The Complete Bach, an 11year project organized by Music Worcester in Worcester, Massachusetts, to present live performances of all known works by J.S. Bach. The project began with the 2024-25 season and will conclude March 21, 2035, the 350th anniversary of Bach’s birth. Music Worcester is collaborating with members of the Worcester Bach Collective, regional musical organizations, and individual performers on what organizers believe is the first undertaking to present all of Bach’s works live since the composer’s lifetime. Each season includes approximately a dozen concerts representing different genres of Bach’s extensive catalog.

CONCORA is entering its third year as an anchor ensemble in the project, bringing a portion of the undertaking to the Connecticut shoreline. Before the concert, audience members will have an opportunity to explore Bach’s music from the inside during Unlocking Bach: The Bach Code, an interactive presentation from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Shepard will guide participants through musical details and patterns hidden within Bach’s compositions, inviting amateur singers to join CONCORA’s professional vocalists and orchestra in a hands-on demonstration. The session offers participants a chance to sing alongside the performers while learning more about the composer’s musical techniques. Admission to Unlocking Bach: The Bach Code is included with tickets to the 3 p.m. concert. In addition to its live performances, The Complete Bach includes three podcast series exploring the composer’s life and music. For tickets and information, visit www.concora.org or www.thecompletebach.org. Tickets for the Old Saybrook performance are available at www.simpletix.com/e/bachtoberfest-tickets294615. For additional information, call 860-8396480.

Continued from page 24 Opening Reception for Original Picture Book Art: 3 to 5 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Features original picture book illustrations by 12 artists, including Eric Carle, Maurice Sendak, and Ed Young. Featured illustrators and authors will be in attendance. Books will be available for sale and signing through Breakwater Books of Guilford. For info, visit wwml.org. Hot Cat Jazz Band: 4 p.m. Church of the Holy Advent, 81 East Main St., Clinton. Free and open to all. Repertoire includes swing standards by George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Duke Ellington; big band hits by Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller and Tommy Dorsey; popular songs from the 1920s; New Orleans Dixieland favorites; and classic rock songs from the 1950s, ’60s, ’70s and today. For info, visit holyadventclinton.org. Twilight Tour of River View Cemetery: 5 to 6:30 p.m. River View Cemetery, 37 N. Main St., Essex. Guided walk through the cemetery's oldest sections, tracing local stories spanning three centuries of Essex and Connecticut River history. The walk covers approximately half a mile over sloped, grassy, uneven terrain. Audio devices are provided for registered participants. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 860-767-0681 or visit essexhistory.org.

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Members of CONCORA, Connecticut Choral Artists, perform in a promotional image for BACHtoberfest. Led by Artistic Director Chris Shepard, the professional choir will present three cantatas by J.S. Bach on Saturday, Oct. 31, at First Church of Christ in Saybrook. The concert is part of The Complete Bach, an international-scale undertaking to perform all of the composer's known works over 11 years.

brate 30 years since graduation. Tickets are $35 per person. Payment may be made via Venmo to @Jennifer-Bolt3. For info, contact Kristin at 203-623-5665 or kristin@livablesolutions.com. Laughs on Tap: 6:30 p.m. doors open; 7:30 p.m. show; 9:30 p.m. live auction. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. A 21-and-older comedy fundraiser featuring stand-up comedy and magic by Billy Winn, Kevin Lee and Jane Condon. Tickets are $40 and include the first drink; additional drinks are available for purchase. Proceeds benefit library programs and services. For info or tickets, visit blackstonelibrary.org/comedy. Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo: 8 to 10 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Jazz guitarists Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo perform as part of the Art of the Guitar Concert Series presented by Acoustic Music. Tickets: $35. For info or tickets, visit acousticmusic.org.

SUNDAY, OCT. 18

Run for The Cove 5K and Memorial Walk: Kids' Fun Run, 10 a.m.; 5K race, 10:30 a.m.; Memorial Walk, 10:40 a.m. Hammonasset Beach State Park, 1288 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Features a 5K race, 2-mile memorial walk, kids' fun run, and family activities. Benefits The Cove's free grief support programs for children and families Guilford High School Class of 1996: 30th Reunion: 5 to across Connecticut. Registration: $30 for the 5K race and 8 p.m. Coastline Brewing Company, 4 Grove Beach Rd. N., Memorial Walk; $10 for the Kids' Fun Run. Fees increase Westbrook. Members of the Guilford High School Class of after Oct. 16. Rain or shine. For info or to register, visit runsignup.com/Race/CT/Madison/RunforTheCoveand 1996 are invited to reconnect with classmates and celeMemorialWalk.

Westbrook Heritage Weekend: Anniversary Celebration: 10 a.m. Westbrook Congregational Church, 1166 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. Anniversary service followed by refreshments and artifact displays at 11 a.m. A sanctuary history presentation begins at 11:30 a.m., featuring the pipe organ, bell and clock, stained-glass windows, cornerstone, and witness stones. For more info, contact 860-399-9367 or office.westbrookchurch@gmail.com. ShoreCon: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. East Creek Landing, 390 S. Union St., Guilford. Comic book show featuring more than 30 tables of Marvel, DC, independent comics, slabs, and raw books. For all ages. Admission: $3; free for ages 12 and under. For info, visit shoreconcomics.com. Kids Insect Walk at Young’s Pond: 2 p.m. Meet at the parking lot off Blackstone Avenue, Branford. Branford Land Trust naturalists lead a 1.5-mile walk through Young’s Pond and Bob’s Woods to observe insects and learn about their role in the environment. Open to all ages. Free. No dogs. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. The walk is expected to last two to three hours and will be held rain or shine unless weather is dangerous. For info, email info@branfordlandtrust.org or visit branfordlandtrust.org. Sunday Broadway Concert Series: Sam Gravitte: 2 to 4 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Island Rd., Branford. Features Broadway performer Sam Gravitte in the Sunday Broadway Concert Series, hosted by music director John McDaniel. Tickets available online. For info or tickets, visit eventvesta.com/events/154112/t/tickets. See page 27

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Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tours Return Oct. 23-24 Press Release from Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection

The spirits of Clinton are ready to come out after dark. Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection is bringing back its Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tours on Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24, inviting visitors and locals to experience the darker side of Clinton’s history through an evening of stories, legends, and ghostly tales. The lantern tours take guests on a journey along Clinton’s historic downtown Main Street and into Indian River Cemetery, where many notable and enigmatic early American figures are buried. Along the way, participants will hear stories of the people, places, mysteries, and unexplained happenings that have become part of the town’s past. Four tours each night, beginning at 6:30 p.m. and departing every 30 minutes, will start in front of Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection at 61 East Main St. in Clinton. From there, participants will follow their guides through historic Clinton, hearing tales that may make them look at the town a little differently after sunset. Legends passed down through generations, some folklore and some fact, are enacted at the gravesites of early pioneers, ship merchants, and political figures. An open feud with the president of Yale becomes paranoia that “secret societies” were plotting to enslave the country. A well-established Connecticut family fights to clear one of its own from being labeled a witch. And rumors persist that Captain Kidd once buried his treasure not far from these shores. These tales, mysteries, and legends will be retold after sunset, when the spirits come awake for just a short while. Whether a longtime Clinton resident, a history enthusiast, or someone looking for a spooky way to celebrate Halloween, visitors can experience the town’s history Continued from page 26 Silver Threads: A Musical Tribute to Linda Ronstadt: 4 p.m. Clinton Theater for the Performing Arts at Town Hall, 54 E. Main St., Clinton. Mary Beth Sippin and the Silver Threads Band perform the music of Linda Ronstadt. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Clinton. Cost: $25 gen-

MONDAY, OCT. 19 Friends of the Essex Library Big Fall Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Bags of books, $10. Puzzles also available. For info, visit youressexlibrary.org. Madison Movie Chat: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Zoom. Virtual movie discussion featuring a film selected from Kanopy, a free streaming service accessible with a library card. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

TUESDAY, OCT. 20 On One Foot: The Essentials of Judaism: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Rabbi Joshua Hammerman. Explores the basic concepts and values of Judaism. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Little Makers: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Children ages 2 to 6 make a shooting star craft. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Photo courtesy of Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection

Costumed performers gather among gravestones beneath a moonlit sky during a past Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tour. Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection will bring back the Halloween event Oct. 23-24.

through stories that range from frightening to emotional and entertaining. Light refreshments will be served following the tours. The event is best suited for ages 13 and older. Tickets are $15 each or two for $25. Space is limited for each tour. Tickets are available at www.shorelinetheateracademy.org, by calling 860-227-2363, or by emailing

shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com. Founded in 2006, Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection provides theater education and performance opportunities for children and families throughout the shoreline community. The academy works to make the arts accessible to young people while bringing the community together through theater, music, and the performing arts.

eral admission. For info or tickets, call Tony Raucci at 203-988-7989 or visit clintonrotaryct.com.

georgeflynnclassicalconcerts.com. Clinton residents can order beginning one month before the concert; nonresidents can order beginning two weeks before the concert, subject to availability. For info or tickets, visit georgeflynnclassicalconcerts.com.

The Percussion Collective: 4 p.m. The Morgan School Auditorium, 71 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Presented by the George Flynn Classical Concerts series. Free tickets must be ordered through

Monthly Writers Group: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Writers of all levels discuss their work and offer constructive feedback. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Wellness Fair: 4 to 6 p.m. Guilford Town Green, 79 Whitfield St. Presented by Guilford D.A.Y. and the APT Foundation. Features yoga, therapy dogs, a sensory station with journaling and crafts, a free library with books on healthy living, and a speaking engagement with APT Foundation CEO Lynn Madden. The event provides prevention, recovery and harm reduction resources. Free and open to all ages. For info, call 203-453-8047 or visit itsworthitguilford.org. Can You Dig It?: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Children in grades 2 to 6 learn about ancient civilizations and create related crafts. This month’s topic is mummies. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

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28 Continued from page 27 Game Night: The Quiet Year: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Participants will collaborate to draw a map and tell the story of a community trying to survive after the collapse of civilization. The game is for groups of two to four people and is open to teens and adults. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

OCTOBER 15, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING The Life of James Garfield: 5 to 6 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Presented by Phil Devlin, a retired HKHS history teacher, on the life and career of James Garfield. Includes time for questions. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Understanding How Credit Really Works: 6 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Stephen Robert of Bedrock Credit America will discuss credit monitoring, credit problems and changes to credit scoring models. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Amazing Generation Book Club: 6 to 7 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Discussion for children in grades 3 and older and their families about delaying digital screen use, based on The Amazing Generation by Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price. Pizza, drinks, and activities provided. Registration recommended. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

American Girl Doll Club: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rt. 81. Participants can bring a favorite doll and take part in a discussion, activities and a craft based on a historical time period. This month’s topic is Josefina Montoya and life in the 1820s. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

How to Stay Independent at Home: 6 to 7 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Registered Nurse and Certified Senior Advisor Julie Cruz discusses home care options, paying for in-home senior care and resources for older adults, veterans and their families. Registration is required. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org. Happiness Club: 7 p.m. Hubley Hall, First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meeting House Ln., Madison. New Member Social: 6:30 p.m. Deep River Ambulance Monthly gathering featuring Jeremy Hauben speaking Barn, 284 Elm St., Deep River. The Deep River Garden on energy healing and solving hard problems. All are Club welcomes those interested in gardening or commu- welcome; free. No registration required. For info, email nity beautification to learn about the club's programs, happinessclubct@gmail.com or visit the Madison Happishare ideas, and meet members. Light appetizers and ness Club Facebook page. beverages will be provided. For info, email DRgardenclub@gmail.com or visit the Deep River Garden Club Facebook page. THURSDAY, OCT. 22 Autumn Book Chats with Marsha Bansavage: 6:30 p.m. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Book: The Alienist by Caleb Carr. All are welcome. For info, contact 860-5260018 or Library@ChesterCT.org. Trivia Night: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Comomango, 52 Wall St., Madison. Monthly trivia competition with prizes. Teams of up to four people. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21 Baby Band: 10 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Music program for caregivers and children from birth to age 2; siblings welcome. Participants will sing, dance, bounce, clap, and explore child-safe instruments. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Forest Bathing: A Mindful Walk in the Woods: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Lowry Woods Community Forest, 55 Warpas Rd., Madison. Guided mindful walk with Certified Forest Therapy Guide Jesse Bernier, with stops to connect with nature. Participants should bring bug spray, water, and a lightweight chair, cushion or blanket if desired. Registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. Afternoon Dance Mode: 4:30 to 5 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Family program featuring dancing, singing, and instruments. Recommended for ages 18 months and older; siblings welcome. No registration required. For info, visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Imagination Station: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For grades K to 4. Open-ended crafting with Miss Lauren. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Preserving Nature on Our Planet: 10 a.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St. Hosted by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning. Presented by Florencia Montagnini, Ph.D. Explores how biodiversity and agroforestry create resilient, sustainable land-use systems. Cost: $3. For info or to register, visit ssill.org. Teen and Tween Pizza Scene: Noon. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. For Clinton residents in grades 5 to 12. Enjoy pizza, games, crafts and activities during the school half-day. Bus service is available from Jared Eliot Middle School and The Morgan School. Registration requested; space is limited. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org. Protect Yourself From Financial Exploitation: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Representatives from the Connecticut Department of Banking discuss financial fraud and exploitation, why seniors are targeted, and ways to avoid them. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Guilford Grizzlies Girls Soccer Breast Cancer Awareness Game: 4 p.m. JV, 6 p.m. varsity. Kavanaugh Stadium, Guilford High School, 605 New England Rd., Guilford. Games against Amity will include refreshments, T-shirts, and 50/50 raffles. Donations and proceeds benefit Infinite Strength, which supports women living with metastatic breast cancer. For info, call 203-453-2741. Glitz and Glamour: The Gilded Age in Southeastern Connecticut: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Gail B. MacDonald discusses the people and places of the Connecticut shoreline during the Gilded Age. Free. Registration suggested. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Double Play Concert: 6 to 7 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Acoustic music featuring double bass, guitar and vocals, with performers switching instruments throughout the show. Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library. Registration required. Free. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Wine 2 Water Gala: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Westbrook Elks Club, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. Annual fundraiser for Call to Care Uganda supporting the drilling of wells in Uganda. Features wine and beverages, hors d’oeuvres, live music, and more. For info or tickets, visit calltocareuganda.org.

FRIDAY, OCT. 23 Movie Matinee: Project Hail Mary: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Screening of the 2026 science-fiction adventure. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com. Tween Time: Ramen Noodle Taste Test: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Program for ages 8 to 12 featuring ramen noodle cup flavors from around the world and at home. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Fall Artist Reception: 5 to 7 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Free and open to the public. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org. History Happy Hour: The Creative Evolution of a Mural Artist: 6 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Artist and muralist Patrick Ganino discusses his work, creative process, and recently completed Surf Club mural. Suggested donation: $15 general admission, $10 for Madison Historical Society members. Advance registration requested. For info or tickets, visit madisonhistory.org. Sixth Grade Graveyard Dance: 7 to 9 p.m. Madison Arts Barn, 8 Campus Dr. Halloween dance for sixth graders. For info, contact 203-245-2689 or info@madisonartsbarn.org, or visit madisonartsbarn.org.

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Erector Square Open Studios Showcases 120 Artists Press Release from Open Studios New Haven

Erector Square Open Studios 2026 will showcase 120 artists and creatives Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Erector Square complex, 315 Peck St., New Haven. Artists, designers, and craftspeople will open their studios to visitors, display original works throughout the hallways, and offer opportunities to learn about their creative processes. The weekend also features dozens of guest artists, family art-making activities, live entertainment, interactive events, local food trucks, and the annual Erector Square Open Studios scavenger hunt. Among the activities are family art-making with EcoWorks, an instrument petting zoo at Music Haven, Japanese crafts and a beginner’s Japanese flowerarranging workshop with ikebana master Keiko Ishibe Sensei, interactive collage-making with artist Marian Wittink, and letterpress demonstrations at Dexterity Press. Color Local, a new gallery at Erector Square that opened in March, will present a special Open Studios group exhibition. Artist Jenny Krauss created the gallery after stepping down from day-to-day management of her textile company and transforming her former workspace into a venue for Connecticut artists. Music Haven will host a Wellness Concert featuring movement and sound healing led by Elizabeth Voytershark, along with classical music performed by violist Linda Numagami and pianist Jacob Wang. Three local bands — Greylily, Hard March, and Farview — will perform at Bregamo’s Theater. This year’s event marks the fourth artist-led Erector Square Open Studios, organized by Eric March and Niko Scharer with the help of fellow artists Jenny Krauss, Martha Willette Lewis,

Photo by Maher Mahmood

Visitors explore colorful paintings and other artwork displayed throughout Erector Square during a previous Open Studios event. The 2026 event will feature 120 artists and creatives Oct. 17 and 18 in New Haven.

Photo by Maher Mahmood

An artist welcomes visitors into her workspace at Erector Square, where studios will open to the public during the annual Open Studios weekend Oct. 17 and 18.

Photo by Maher Mahmood

Visitors talk inside a studio displaying sculptural lighting and other handmade works at Erector Square. The annual Open Studios event offers opportunities to meet artists and learn about their creative processes.

An artist speaks with visitors surrounded by paintings and drawings during Erector Square Open Studios. The annual event gives the public access to working studios throughout the complex's eight buildings.

Liese Klein, Oi Fortin, Karen Hibbs, Jihyun Lee, and others. Maxim Schmidt of the Institute Library is again organizing volunteers to help visitors navi-

have an opportunity to meet local artists, see how their work is made, and purchase original artwork, jewelry, and handicrafts. Erector Square Open Studios

gate the complex’s eight buildings. Because most Erector Square studios open to the public only during this annual event, visitors

is part of Open Studios New Haven. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit erectorsquarestudios.com.

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FRIDAY, OCT. 23 AND SATURDAY, OCT. 24 Haunted Spirits of Clinton Lantern Tours: Tours begin at 6:30 p.m. and run every 30 minutes. Shoreline Theater Academy/Kidz Konnection, 61 E. Main St., Clinton. Lantern tours through historic downtown Clinton and Indian River Cemetery featuring local stories, legends, folklore, and unexplained happenings. Best suited for ages 13 and older. Cost: $15 each or $25 for two. Space is limited. For info or tickets, call 860-227-2363, email shorelinetheateracademy@gmail.com, or visit shorelinetheateracademy.org.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24 Guilford Seniors Annual Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guilford Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Holiday and everyday crafts, baked goods, gently used jewelry and books, vendors, a 50/50 raffle, and chance auction. Breakfast and lunch available for purchase. Proceeds support Guilford Seniors programs. For info, call 203-453-8068. Farm Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Down the Lane Farm, 18 Reservoir Rd., Killingworth. Fall community event featuring honey bees, local honey, jams, herbs, spices, baked goods, pollinator-friendly plants, gardening tips, and homesteading classes. Free admission and parking. No restrooms. For info, call 203-619-3976 or email Maureen@downthelanefarm.com.

OCTOBER 15, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • LIVING Tabor Lutheran Church Pork Roast Dinner: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tabor Lutheran Church, 45 Tabor Drive, Branford. Takeout-only dinner featuring pork roast, mashed potatoes, red cabbage, green beans, applesauce, bread, and dessert. Cost: $22 regular portion, $16 small portion. Advance orders recommended. For info or to order, call 203-488-2541, email taborlutheranchurch@gmail.com, or visit taborchurch.net. Carriage House After Dark: 5 to 9 p.m. Women & Family Life Center Carriage House, 96 Fair St., Guilford. Adultsonly Halloween party featuring a costume contest, trivia, treats, and drinks. Private 10-minute psychic medium readings with Tracy Ann available from 6 to 8 p.m.; preregistration required. Cost: $35 for party and trivia, $65 for private reading, or $85 for both. For info or tickets, call 203-458-6699 or email info@womenandfamilylife.org. Full Moon Hike: 5:30 p.m. Westwoods, Guilford. Approximately two-mile hike through Westwoods, including the Great Marsh boardwalk and White Circle Trail, with steep and rocky sections. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Meet at the Peddlers Rd. trailhead. For info, text 203-508-2064. The Witch Tryal: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd., Madison. Immersive theatrical experience recreating a colonial-era witchcraft trial using real-life testimonies. Audience members participate in the trial experience. Colonial-style reception follows. Not recommended for young children due to subject matter and intense emotion. Cost: $20. For info or tickets, call 203-421-3241 or visit northmadisoncc.org.

Saturday Sleuths Book Club: 10 to 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Dis- SATURDAY, OCT. 24 AND cussion of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by SUNDAY, OCT. 25 Benjamin Stevenson. Snacks provided. Registration preBallet Spooktacular: 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. ferred. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Eastern Connecticut Ballet presents a Hal“Trek”-or-Treat Hike With ELA, ELT & ILA: 11:30 a.m. to loween-themed ballet for young children and families, 1 p.m. Millrace Preserve, Ivory St., Ivoryton. Self-guided featuring witches, zombies, trick-or-treating, a costume Halloween-themed family hike featuring silly riddles parade, and photo opportunities with dancers. For info along the trail. Treats and craft kits provided after the or tickets, visit thekate.org. hike. The 15- to 20-minute hike is open to drop-ins during the scheduled time. Free; no registration required. No dogs permitted. Event will not be held in rain. For info, SUNDAY, OCT. 25 call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. WALK for Vista! 2026: 9 a.m. check-in; 10 a.m. walk. Autumn Tea Party: 1 to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, Vista's Madison Campus, 107 Bradley Rd., Madison. The 811 E. Main St., Branford. Afternoon tea with food and three-mile walk travels through downtown Madison and conversation. Reservations required. Cost: $30 adults; along the shoreline. Morning refreshments will be avail$10 children; free for children under 5. For info or reserable, and the walk begins with the Lancraft Fife and vations, call 203-488-0549. Drum Corps. Online registration closes at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24; walk-in registration is available beginning at Tweens & Teens Make: Spooky Candles: 2 p.m. Essex 9 a.m. For info or to register, contact 860-399-8080, ext. Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Art program for ages 8 to 18 279, or YJUm@VistaLifeInnovations.org, or visit vistalfeaturing festive candle decorating with temporary tatifeinnovations.org. toos. Free. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org. Stamp, Coin, and Collectibles Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. YMA Annex, 554 Woodward Ave., New Haven. Sponsored Holiday Decor Swap: 2 to 4 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial by the New Haven Philatelic Society. For info, visit Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Community holinhps1914.com. day decor swap. Donations accepted at the information desk Oct. 16 through Oct. 23. For info, visit scranton library.org/events.

The Great Goodwin Harvest Festival Fundraiser: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Fall festival featuring live music, inflatables, a barrel train, food trucks, local vendors, children’s activities, games, raffles, and more. Proceeds benefit Goodwin School through the PTA. Advance tickets available; admission at the door is $10 per person or $30 per family. For info or advance tickets, visit goodwinpta.org. Monthly Drawing Class: 1 to 3 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Drawing class with Edith Reynolds. Fee is $10. For info, call 203-433-4071 or visit branfordarts.org. The Extraordinary Caterpillar: 1:30 to 3 p.m. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Screening of a 60-minute documentary exploring the ecological roles of caterpillars and their importance to ecosystems. For info, visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

ONGOING EVENTS Farmers Markets Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. Features fresh produce, prepared foods, baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, children’s activities, and seasonal events. For info, email marketmanager@dudleyfarmfoundation.com or visit dudleyfarm.com. Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays through October, weather permitting. Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. Features locally grown produce, baked goods, artisan breads, meats, seafood, fresh pasta, eggs, specialty foods, and Connecticut-made crafts. Rain or shine. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org. Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Town Green, Boston Post Rd. Fresh produce, baked goods, meats, seafood, dairy products, flowers, prepared foods, and locally made products from Connecticut vendors. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com. Old Saybrook Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features Connecticut-grown and Connecticut-made products from local farmers, food producers, and artisans. For info, visit the Old Saybrook Farmers Market on Facebook. Stony Creek Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Bayview Park, Thimble Island Rd., Stony Creek. Features a weekly market with local produce, baked goods, seafood, meats, crafts, live music, and family activities. For info, call 203-988-9335 or email shreichert@gmail.com, or visit scfarmersmarket.org. To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

REAL ESTATE • GUILFORD COURIER • OCTOBER 15, 2026

Real Estate Transactions BRANFORD 214 Alps Road Unit 21: William W. and Maria J. Wasko to Catherine M. Anderson, $376,500 on Sept. 21 8 Beach Place: 12 Aceto Street LLC to Kate Driscoll, $320,000 on Sept. 23 26 Eastwood Drive: Frank Vasi and Martha A. Medford to Paige and Anthony Matera, $530,000 on Sept. 21

92 Founders Road: Estate of Elizabeth M. Marino and Kerry E. Knobelsdorff to David and Louis Cacopardo, $87,500 on Sept. 22 84 Killingworth Turnpike: Susan Fappiano to Evan Fox, $830,000 on Sept. 21 31 Sols Point Road: Michael and Tiffany Denicola to Dhariana Pimentel, $1,270,000 on Sept. 22

44 Sterling Park Drive: Frank Proto to Paul Fresina, $749,900 on Sept. 25

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110 Cherry Street Unit 5: Estate of Susan G. Leete and Stephen W. Leete to Brian and Cheryl Kingsley, $425,000 on 9 Whitewood Road: Estate of 39 Flying Point Road: Roberta D Kenneth R. Archer and Kevin M. Archer Sept. 25 Hanson Trust and Stephen P. Hanson to to Gulcan Kebeli, $400,000 on Sept. 21 Harald Stavnes, $3,400,000 on Sept. 23 West River Village Church Street Unit 7B: Oconn Properties LLC to 86 Hampton Park Unit 86: Kelley Nelson N. and Claudia B. Nettleton, EAST HAVEN Curseaden to Washington Da Silva, $320,000 on Sept. 23 $339,000 on Sept. 22 675 Bradley Street: Clara Buitrago to Angelina M. and Alexandra M. 21 Harbour Village Unit C: David MADISON Teitel Trust and David Teitel to Sandre, $370,000 on Sept. 22 Frichello Properties LLC, $369,000 on 7 Genesee Street: Jose M. Sept. 21 Hernandez and Fatima D G. Dehernandez to Luis E J. Gonzalez, Your Trusted Local Real Estate Agent 29 Newton Road: Thomas and $400,000 on Sept. 21 LET’S GET MOVING! Jessica Melfi to John D. Hall, $610,000 on Sept. 24 CA ROL MANCINI 45 Grove Street: Grove Ranch LLC 203.710.6405 | cmancini@wpsir.com to Antonio Vasquez and Arminda M. 49 Rose Street Unit 208: Lisa T. Guzman, $152,678 on Sept. 23 Hagy to Judy Rettig and Christine Santoro, $364,900 on Sept. 23 133 Hemingway Avenue: Maria Echevarria to 133 Hemingway LLC, 1466 Durham Road: Corey R. King 79 Todds Hill Road: William and $295,000 on Sept. 25 and Rachel L. Spadacenta to Kyle Taylor Alessi to Christopher Taber and Guerra, $580,000 on Sept. 23 Lucy Gu, $917,000 on Sept. 24 7 James Street: Angel Burgos to 99 East Wharf Road: Nancy Shariff Lakeya M. Chapman, $370,000 on Sept. 153 Turtle Bay Drive: Michael 23 to Joseph M. and Catherine M. Miller, Futoma and Rothem Kovner to Mark $1,450,000 on Sept. 25 and Linda Feaster, $505,000 on Sept. 25 599 Laurel Street Unit 599: Estate 25 Knob Hill Road: Richard N. and of Michael T. Langan and Daniele Langan to Quinn Ullerup and Victor Anne K. Weinrod to Mitchell S A. Klein, CLINTON Marquis, $342,500 on Sept. 24 $865,000 on Sept. 23

44 Winding Road: David Friedman to 44 Winding LLC, $405,000 on Sept. 23

NORTH BRANFORD 54 Deforest Drive: Judith J. Ackerman to Joseph A. and Jenna Cappello, $450,000 on Sept. 21 6 Ruta Drive: Andrew and Stephen Sarmento to Fred and Donna Giovanni, $630,000 on Sept. 23 261 Twin Lakes Road: Erik Sklba to Bikash and Ashisna Khadka, $635,000 on Sept. 22

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53 Moulthrop Street: Alva A. Daley and Hillory J. Brown to Margaret Farkas, $700,000 on Sept. 21 23 Oregon Avenue: Sandra Gallichio-Enders and Michael B. Enders to Hernan V. Portilla and Francisca G. Jaramillo, $570,000 on Sept. 25

89 Commerce Street: M J Foley 173 Russo Avenue Unit 608: White Star Trust and Benjamin P. Foley Antoinette M. Acampora to Perry to Gene and Vivian Holmes, $805,000 on Dennis, $220,000 on Sept. 22 Sept. 22 92 Founders Road: James R. Davidson to David and Louis Cacopardo, $87,500 on Sept. 22

1525 Boston Post Road Unit 155: Dgg Properties Co Inc to Michele M. and James L. Bradley, $12,500 on Sept. 24 1525 Boston Post Road Unit 724: Kenneth C. and Judith A. Citarella to Carrie B. and Michael W. Doyle, $27,500 on Sept. 24 382 Cold Spring Drive: Amy J. Bosco to Matthew Morin, $495,000 on Sept. 23

17 Linden Lane: Jane P. and Note: Real estate transactions are Frederick P. Andresen to Marci Czel and Juliana Blitzer, $799,000 on Sept. 21 published using publicly available records and are matters of public record. Neptune Avenue: Cordelia R. Listings are not removed in response to Chamberlin to Jonathan Howey, general privacy requests. Removal will $465,667 on Sept. 25 only be considered in cases involving a documented and credible personal safety Neptune Avenue: JaneOConnorLt concern. Requests may be submitted to and Jane M. OConnor to Jonathan zip06@shorepublishing.com Howey, $465,667 on Sept. 25 Neptune Avenue: Estate of Valerie P. Ryan and Cordelia R. Chamberlin to Jonathan Howey, $465,667 on Sept. 25

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OCTOBER 15, 2026 • GUILFORD COURIER • COMMUNITY NEWS

Dear Governor Lamont,

DEEP Acting Commissioner Emma Cimino State Senator Norm Needleman

State Senator Martha Marx DEEP’s work in Nehantic State Forest

Please don’t let DEEP do this to Our Preserve!

Call Them. Make sure they listen: WE WANT IT TO BE DESIGNATED A NATURAL AREA PRESERVE Governor Lamont: 860-566-4840

State Senator Norm Needleman’s oﬃce: 860-240-0428 State Senator Martha Marx’s oﬃce: 860-240-0436

DEEP Acting Commissioner Emma Cimino: 860-424-3387 Website: ThePreserveProtect.org Email: ThePreserveProtect@gmail.com

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