The Sound 04-02-26

April 2, 2026

Branford, North Branford & Northford

Vol. XXX Iss. 14

Paddle Pub CT to Set Sail in Branford

By Pam Young

Correspondent

Paddle Pub CT will launch a new Branford location in late May, partnering with New England Brewing Company (NEBCO) to offer 90-minute group cruises along the Branford River and harbor.

The business has begun booking trips following a March 25 announcement, with tickets now available through its website. Passengers will board “Pier Pressure II,” a 35-foot pontoon boat with a capacity of 24 people, departing from NEBCO before cruising to the mouth of the river and into Branford Harbor.

Co-owner Colin Caplan said the Branford expansion builds on the company’s Milford operation, which has been running since 2022.

“We decided to name the boat ‘Pier Pressure II’ because our first boat in the Milford

See Paddle Pub CT page 10

Easter

Egg Dash

Children scramble across Foote Park during the annual Robert Marston Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Branford Parks and Recreation Department and American Legion Corcoran Sundquist Post #83, on March 28 in Branford. Children ages 10 and under race across the field to collect eggs filled with candy and small prizes.

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Honored

Three T-birds have earned all-conference accolades.............12

Remembering the Revolution A multi-part series celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence kicks off......................................20

Maryann Trocchio: From Bedside to Classroom

By Pam Young

Correspondent

After 50 years in nursing, Maryann Trocchio thought she was ready to retire. Instead, she found herself in a classroom at Branford High School (BHS), helping students discover not just a career path, but a calling.

“I thought I was going to retire in 2023 but was offered this excellent opportunity to teach [at] Branford High School,” Maryann says.

Now a clinical instructor through Excel Academy, Maryann teaches the BHS’ Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class, a program that blends classroom instruction with hands-on clinical work in long-term care facilities in Branford, Guilford, and New Haven. Students are required to complete 60 clinical hours under state regulations, while also learning and demonstrating 21 essential skills needed to become certified.

The workload, she makes clear, is not typical of a high school class.

“This course is not the normal high school workload situation,” Maryann says. “There is a lot of reading from the textbook

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and new information they have never learned before.”

Students are expected to go beyond the classroom, studying chapters independently, completing workbook assignments, and practicing skills on their own time. They must learn to balance memorization with hands-on competence, building confidence in situations that demand both technical precision and emotional awareness.

“They will need to practice skills outside of the classroom, memorize information, read 10 chapters contained in the text, do supplementary education, work from workbooks,” she says, adding that the 21 required skills need to be practiced outside class as well.

See Maryann Trocchio page 8

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Easter Dinners Offered in Branford, East Haven

By Nicholas Checker

An Easter dinner initiative in Branford and East Haven is continuing a series of holiday meal programs aimed at supporting residents in need.

The effort, organized by East Haven attorney Andrew Amendola, marks the third installment of a “holiday trilogy,” following similar programs at Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The initiative began during the COVID19 pandemic and has continued annually.

“We felt that of all times, people need a relief from stress and a chance to take in the holiday spirit … if only for that brief time,” Amendola said. “There are those of us in position to offer some help. My feeling is that … ‘To whom much is given, much is expected.’”

The Easter program will provide takeout meals for families, veterans, seniors, and individuals facing financial hardship. Meals will be available through Parthenon Diner in Branford and Twin Pines Diner in East Haven.

Organizers previously provided Thanksgiving meals and expanded the effort to include Christmas dinners and gifts.

“No one should go without Christmas

dinner, and no child should ever go without a gift under the tree,” Amendola said.

For Easter, meals will again be offered along with baskets for children.

“Easter is a time especially for families and individuals to enjoy and celebrate one another’s company—and to benefit from a delicious dinner, while children can enjoy the Easter baskets they all should rightly receive,” Amendola said.

Residents can participate by calling the restaurants to arrange a pickup time.

Branford residents may contact Parthenon Diner, 374 E. Main St., at 203481-0333. East Haven residents may contact Twin Pines Diner, 34 Main St., at 203468-6887.

Meals will include a choice of ham or turkey, with up to five meals available per family. Organizers said between $8,000 and $10,000 has been raised, including approximately $400 for Easter baskets.

Branford donors include Don and Jesse Herzog of East River Energy; Ryan Torello of Porto Funeral Home; Albert DeLucia; attorney Andrew Amendola; and an anonymous donor.

East Haven donors include Don and Jesse Herzog of East River Energy; Lou Porrello of Porto Funeral Home; Albert Delucia; and attorney Andrew Amendola.

Obituaries

Obituary

Barbara Stone

Northford

Barbara Ethel King Stone, age 92, entered into God's loving care on March 17, 2026. She was born in New Haven, on Jan. 15, 1934, to the late John J. King and E. Irene (Tuttle) King. Barbara lived briefly in Branford as a child before her family became lifelong residents of Northford, where she relished growing up on her dad's Shagbark Dairy farm.

Barbara graduated from Lyman Hall High School in Wallingford. She went on to obtain a B.S. degree in nutrition from the University of Connecticut in 1955, followed by a hospital dietetics internship at Indiana University Medical Center. Ms. Stone became a practicing Registered Dietitian before becoming a full-time mom. Years later, she also worked at a virology lab at the Yale School of Medicine.

Throughout her life, Barbara had a wide variety of interests. She was a volunteer and lifelong member of Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church in Northford. She was also a member and past Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, Alice Chapter No. 76 in Hamden. Additionally, Barbara became an FCC-licensed ham radio operator with the call sign "N1LGH" and a member of the Meriden Amateur Radio Club.

Barbara's greatest passion was genealogical research, which she began before the advent of the internet. She built an extensive family tree going back generations, and she was ultimately accepted into The Society of Mayflower Descendants. Ms. Stone also

became an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Mary Clap Wooster Chapter in Hamden. To her delight, Barbara's research enabled her to connect with and maintain ongoing relationships with previously unknown kin, not only in the U.S., but also in Ireland and Australia.

Barbara was known for her personal warmth, sweet and cheerful demeanor, genuine interest in others, and her strong faith. In her later years, she delighted in meeting her friends for a group swim at the Wallingford YMCA, followed by a lunch outing. Additionally, Barbara became a superfan of the UConn women's basketball team.

Barbara will be forever cherished by her loving children, Veronica Stone of North Bergen, NJ, and Frederick Stone of Northford. Also surviving are her two special nieces, Donna King-Valleau (Matt) of Wallingford and Cheryl Norrie (Greg) of Madison. Barbara was predeceased by her devoted brother, Irving King of Northford.

The family received friends on March 25 at the B.C. Bailey Funeral Home, 273 South Elm St., Wallingford. Barbara's funeral service was held on March 26 at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1382 Middletown Ave., Northford. Interment followed at the New Northford Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Twin Maples Health Care Facility (809R New Haven Rd., P.O. Box 423, Durham, CT 06422) and The Connecticut Hospice (100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405), both of which provided her with exceptional care.

To see Barbara's online memorial or to leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.BaileyCares.com.

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Short-Term Residential Rental Registration Now Available

The Town of Branford announces that the Short-Term Residential Rental (STRR) Registration Application is now available online. Property owners who operate, or plan to operate, a short-term residential rental in Branford must complete the annual registration process in accordance with Chapter 199 of the Town Code. The application is available through the Town’s OpenGov portal at branfordct.portal.opengov.com. Annual permits are issued for the period of May 1 through April 30. Properties operating without a valid permit may be subject to enforcement action, including fines and permit revocation. For more information, email PlanningandZoning@branford-ct.gov.

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Obituary Donna Pond-Beausoleil Killingworth

Donna M. Pond-Beausoleil, of Killingworth and formerly of Branford, passed away at her home on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. She was the beloved wife of John J. Beausoleil.

Born in New Haven on Sept. 14, 1949, Donna was the daughter of the late Friend W. and Florence Anderson Pond. She worked for many years as a Patient Transporter at the Hospital of St. Raphael and continued her dedication to caring for others through her work with the VNA after retiring.

Donna will be remembered for her

warm heart, gentle nature, and the kindness she shared so freely. She was well loved by her community, and her compassion and generosity touched the lives of all who knew her.

In addition to her husband, John, she is survived by her siblings, Friend W. (Judy) Pond Jr. of Guilford, John (Paula) Pond of New Bedford, MA, Janice DeConinck of Cheshire, and Cynthia Pond of Middletown; her nephews, Jason and Jeremy Pond; her nieces, Kristina Stoddard and Katherine Tatakis; and her stepdaughter, Debra Rispoli.

Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Tabor Lutheran Church, Branford, with calling hours from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation in Donna’s memory.

For directions and online memorial, please visit www.wsclancy.com.

shaped her garden, her hardscaping, and her interior design, and she loved bringing her visions to life at home, with Andy by her side adding visions of his own.

Ellen D. (Bienvenue) Wagner of Branford died March 14, 2026, at Twin Maples Health Care in Durham, where she had resided for the past three years. She was the beloved wife of Andrew L. Wagner Jr., whom she met at Southern New England Telephone Company, where they began a love story that would span 47 years.

Ellen was born in Waterbury, March 4, 1955, a daughter of the late Irving and Dorothy Hubbell Bienvenue. A graduate of Waterbury State Technical College, where she majored in computer science, she went on to build a distinguished career at SNET, specializing in the rollout and support of Apple Computer's emerging microtechnology. She later channeled her creativity into graphic design, founding her own firm, Ellen Wagner Associates.

Ellen had a remarkable artistic eye that extended well beyond her professional work. An avid and accomplished photographer, she was drawn to urban landscapes and abstract textures, with patterns often at the heart of her compositions. That same eye for beauty

In her final years, Ellen faced frontotemporal dementia (FTD) with the same quiet strength that defined her life. The staff at Twin Maples provided her with wonderful care, and Andy was by her side every single day, missing only when illness or the worst of weather made the journey impossible. In addition to her husband, Andrew, Ellen is survived by her stepchildren, Tracy (Raymond) DesJardins of Killingworth and Kevin (Jodi) Wagner of Flagler Beach, Fla.; her step-grandchildren, Jared (Jennie) Hickey and Barbara-Ruth Hickey; her step-greatgrandchildren, Colton and Luna Hickey; and her sisters, Nancy (Frederick) Milano of Middletown, Janet (Ed) Krasinski of Tennessee, and Jean Messier of Torrington; and sisterin-law, Lyn Bienvenue of Montana. She was predeceased by her siblings, Linda (Percy) Smith, James Bienvenue, and Irving Bienvenue Jr., and by her beloved basset hound, Slugger.

Relatives and friends were invited to a memorial service on March 27 at the W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford. Memorial donations may be made to the James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main Street, Branford, CT 06405.

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Maryann Trocchio: From Bedside to Classroom

For many students, that level of commitment is new. So is the subject matter

“There need to be conversations and education about things they have never heard about it,” she says. “It is all new for

That challenge, however, is part of what draws students in. The class has quickly grown in popularity, with a waitlist forming and more juniors and seniors expected to enroll next year. Maryann believes the interest reflects a deeper question many students are asking about their futures.

“I think in this day and age, you really have to look at your heart and be compassionate, knowing what you want to be when you grow up and what you want to do for your life,” she says.

For some, the class provides that

“There are a number of students who did not know what they wanted to do until this class,” Maryann says. “It is a gateway for helping people know what they want to do and students get accepted into college as a result of this class.”

The current group of 11 students, she says, has developed a strong bond over the course of the program. What begins as a classroom of individuals quickly becomes something more cohesive.

“It is a very integrated culturally different class of young women who have grown to be family,” she says. “They are all very kind and good to each other.”

That sense of connection carries into their clinical placements, where students begin working directly with patients in long-term care settings, including at the Guilford House.

“It opens your eyes to changes and differences in people,” Maryann says, noting how students’ personal backgrounds, family experiences, and values shape how they approach care.

In those environments, the lessons become immediate and real. Students are no longer just learning concepts—they are applying them in situations where attention to detail matters.

Maryann emphasizes that certified nursing assistants play a critical role in patient care, often serving as the first to notice subtle changes.

“You are the eyes and ears of the facility,” she says.

That responsibility requires more than technical knowledge. Students must learn

what is normal and what is not—whether in respirations, pulse, or physical condition—while also developing the ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with patients.

“You have to have a level of expertise and the ability to know what you are doing as well as knowing how to talk to people and what is appropriate or not,” she says. It is work that demands both skill and compassion, and Maryann does not shy away from its challenges.

“You really have to love this job,” she says. “It is the hardest job with the lowest pay.”

Her perspective is shaped by decades in the field. She spent half of her career as a hospice nurse and later worked in home care and inpatient settings, experiences that continue to inform how she prepares her students.

“Home care is a much different animal than taking care of a patient,” she says. “Both are truly gratifying and much dearer to my heart than anything else I have done in the past.”

Those experiences also shape how she talks to students about the emotional realities of caregiving.

“I told them, they will get their heart broken,” she says. “You try not to get attached to patients, but you will and you do learn how to cope.”

At the same time, she emphasizes the deeper purpose behind the work.

“You have to develop a sense of love. You can’t do anything without that and empathy and also compassion,” she says.

That balance—acknowledging both the difficulty and the meaning of the job—is central to her approach in the classroom. It is also what motivates her to continue teaching.

“I want to give back to other generations,” she says.

At Branford High School, Maryann works alongside faculty, including 2025-26 BHS Teacher of the Year Victoria Climie, who helps support the program and communicate with families. As the program grows, she says maintaining that structure—and understanding students as individuals—will be critical.

“We have to think about how to handle the class, especially if it grows,” she says, pointing to classroom dynamics, student readiness, and engagement as key factors.

In the classroom, expectations are clear and consistent.

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Branford Awarded Funding for Resilience Planning

Branford and Old Lyme are the latest towns receiving support for resilience planning through a Long Island Soundwide collaboration, joining 14 other awardees in Connecticut and New York announced in November.

With the two awards for Branford and Old Lyme, more than $1 million is being provided for seven Connecticut and nine New York projects in the second round of the Long Island Sound Resilience Planning Support Program, a joint effort of the Long Island Sound Partnership, Connecticut Sea Grant, and New York Sea Grant, funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

“With this support, we will be able to begin a comprehensive assessment of the serious threats that our town faces from hurricanes, wildfires, and other natural disasters, and formulate and prioritize strategies for protecting our most vulnerable citizens, our essential infrastructure, and our environment,” said Jim Lampos, Old Lyme selectman.

Old Lyme will develop a townwide Strategic Resiliency Action Plan with SLR Consultants. The plan will build on a 2021 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan with updated findings assessing risks from sea level rise, saltwater intrusion, coastal and riverine flooding, drought, wildfires, and impacts to roads, public utilities, and neighborhoods. The new plan will prioritize land-use actions that can help reduce impacts.

Branford will work with Tighe & Bond

to develop feasibility and design alternatives to reduce significant flood risks at the town’s water pollution control facility, which treats 3.5 million gallons of sewage per day. Located on the Branford River, which flows directly into Long Island Sound, the plant is vulnerable to coastal flooding and future sea level rise. The plan will evaluate floodproofing options, naturebased and hybrid strategies, cost considerations, and other factors, and lead to a preliminary project design.

“We are grateful to Connecticut Sea Grant for our recent grant award to assist with the development of conceptual plans for protecting the Wastewater Pollution Control Facility,” said Branford First Selectman Joshua Brooks. “The findings of the study will help form the basis of an appropriate engineering project that will improve the resilience of the existing WPCF to sea level rise, storm surge, and intense storm flooding. This grant award will help our community continue to take critical steps toward achieving resilience and sustainability goals to protect our community and Long Island Sound.”

Connecticut Sea Grant Director Sylvain De Guise said the two awards further demonstrate the need for funding to help communities assess and plan resilience projects.

“I am glad that through our partnership with the EPA, we can support projects that are actionable and help communities achieve their own priority goals to increase community resilience,” De Guise said. “Such funds are not broadly available but address immediate needs.”

Paddle Pub CT to Set Sail in Branford

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location was already named ‘Pier Pressure,’” Caplan said.

Unlike the Milford location, which operates as a bring-your-own-beverage (BYOB) experience, the Branford cruises will require all food and drinks to be purchased through NEBCO.

“People will be able to bring all purchased food and drinks on board with them,” Caplan said. “It is a group event where people have the option to pedal or to just sit and talk, eat, drink, and listen to music. When the cruise is over, people can return to NEBCO and hang out there.”

The boat is equipped with 12 pedal stations connected to a paddle wheel system, though it can operate without passenger effort.

“There are 12 pedal stations, like when you go cycling,” Caplan said. “You can hold onto a railing and there is a pedal wheel at the back of the boat. It is a direct drive; There are gears and shafts that move a giant wheel at the back of the boat. Even one person could start the paddle wheel and the boat will move. It only requires a little momentum. Of course, it gets harder with the current.”

Trips can be booked individually or as full-boat rentals. Pricing ranges from $45 to $1,400 depending on group size, day of the week, and booking type.

“If you want to max out the boat, it would be 24 people, so $40.00 per person roughly,” Caplan said. “You have access to water, an affordable rate, a fun time, and a

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ESTATE OF Patrick J. Fay (26-00067)

Passengers ride aboard a Paddle Pub pedal-powered boat. The company plans to launch cruises from Branford in late May in partnership with New England Brewing Company.

safe environment.”

Caplan said demand is already building following the announcement.

“It was leaked on Facebook and we just had our first booking yesterday,” he said. “We will be sharing customers with NEBCO and foresee a really busy season. If you have a birthday or a party coming up, get tickets now. We are trying to tell people to book early because we want to see them!”

The partnership with NEBCO developed over time through other tourismrelated collaborations.

“Through different touring businesses, we have developed a great partnership with NEBCO,” Caplan said. “They are an amazing group of people, provide a good product, and do a lot in the community. We had wanted to try this idea with Stony

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated March 17, 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.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Paul R. Fay

c/o JAMES EDWARD FISCHER, FISCHER & FISCHER, LLC, 568 WASHINGTON AVENUE, P.O. BOX 568, WEST HAVEN, CT 06516

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ESTATE OF Ruth J. Digioia, AKA Ruth DiGioia (26-00075)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated March 17, 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.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

William J. Rosadini Jr.

c/o FRED D SETTE, SETTE & PARNOFF PC, 2324 WHITNEY AVENUE, P.O. BOX 185366, HAMDEN, CT 06518

was always an idea to have a boat in the Branford area. Conversations started with NEBCO and we needed a good partnership, the right place, and the right time to make it work.”

Safety protocols are a central part of the operation, Caplan said, with trained staff and weather monitoring guiding all trips.

“Safety comes first and foremost and fun is secondary,” he said. “There is a robust waiver that needs to be completed prior to boarding the boat. There are life preservers available and instruction is provided. There is a Coast Guard certified Captain as well as a First Mate aboard all cruises who are very well trained. They will be responsible for the operation of the boat as well as entertaining the passengers on board.”

“We do not operate in thunderstorms, high winds, or rough seas,” he added. “We take all these things into consideration

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prior to setting sail. We urge people to purchase trip insurance in the event a cruise needs to be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances so dates can be moved around. This is a very safe, thought out event.”

Amanda White, NEBCO’s senior events manager, said the brewery sees the partnership as a natural fit for its newer Branford location.

“We partnered with Paddle Pub CT,” White said. “We have a nice relationship with them and they have been trying to do this at the Branford location. It is a perfect match and location for it—right on the river. It will draw people in.”

White, who joined the company in January, said the Branford site has been expanding its offerings since opening in 2025.

“We opened last Labor Day (2025) and there is more square footage,” she said. “NEBCO has a Woodbridge location as well, which remains our hometown tap room. We have been seeing an increase at the Branford location with the warmer weather and expect attendance to grow. We are really looking forward to a full spring/summer season and to growing programming with live music and entertainment.”

Caplan said he expects the new venture to become a standout attraction in the state.

“I think this is the coolest thing to happen in CT,” he said. “It is a really great experience. We are ready to have people come out and are ready to answer any questions.”

For more information or to book a cruise, visit paddlepub.com/connecticut.

ESTATE OF Catherine R. Cast (26-00074)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated March 17, 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.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Henry J. Cast, 80 Quarry Road, Branford, CT 06405

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ESTATE OF Robert J. Mattei (26-00073)

Tue Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated March 9, 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.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Christine Lockwood c/o THOMAS A BORNER, BORNER SMITH ALEMAN HERZOG & CERRONE, LLC, 155 PROVIDENCE STREET, PO BOX 166, PUTNAM, CT 06260

Maryann Trocchio: From Bedside to Classroom

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“I want them to pay attention and in the classroom setting, I give my best and expect that back from them, quite honestly,” she says.

This spring marks a milestone for the program. Students who began the course in August 2025 completed their final exam March 27 and graduated April 1, before taking the state pro metric exam Friday, April 6.

For Maryann, watching that progression—from uncertainty to confidence—has

been one of the most rewarding aspects of the experience.

“It has been a wonderful experience to watch them grow,” she says. “I have gotten to see them at their best and at their worst.”

That growth, she says, is what stays with her.

“It is heartwarming and very fulfilling.”

And for now, retirement is no longer the plan.

“I am looking forward to continuing this as long as I can,” she says.

Free Radon Kits

The East Shore District Health Department (ESDHD) is offering free radon air test kits to residents of East Haven, Branford, and North Branford. The free test kits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the East Shore Health District, 688 East Main Street, Branford. It is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The kits are provided through the Connecticut Department of Public Health Radon Program. Supplies are limited; only one kit per household. For more information, email ESHD at info@esdhd.org.

Free Business and Leadership Program

Next Girl Up, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young women, is partnering with the Soundview Family YMCA to host a free 10-week business and leadership program every Wednesday through May 6 (no session April 15). The sessions take place from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Soundview YMCA, 628 East Main Street, Branford. The program introduces students to marketing, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and career exploration. Designed for girls in grades 9 to 12, Next Girl Up helps participants build confidence, communication skills, and practical knowledge rarely taught in traditional classrooms. Weekly sessions feature interactive lessons, group discussions, and real-world case studies. No prior experience or interest in business is required. The program is free and open to high school students in the community. For more information or to register, visit nextgirlup.org/soundview-ymca-february-2026.

Branford Elks Welcomes Applications for Scholarship

The Branford Elks Lodge is offering a $1,500 scholarship to a student who has been actively involved in service to the community. To be eligible, applicants must be Branford residents or members of the family of a Branford Elk in good standing and graduating from high school this calendar year. To apply, students need to submit a copy of their transcript, a letter of recommendation, and an essay describing what their involvement in their community has been. Transcripts should include their senior year courses taken. Letters of recommendation should be from an individual familiar with the work described in their essay. Recommendations from teachers describing academic achievement do not carry the weight of a recommendation from an individual with firsthand knowledge of their contributions to the community. Essays should be between 500 and 1,000 words in length. They should be well-written, succinct, and focused on their work in the community, not what they have accomplished in the classroom. Applications can be mailed to The Branford Elks Lodge #1939, 158 South Montowese Street, Branford, CT 06405 (Attention: Amy Lawler). The deadline for applications is Friday, April 10. For more information, email Amy Lawler at amyalisia@hotmail.com.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Marilyn J. Romans (26-00034)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated March 5, 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.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

Michele Turbert c/o MARK A HEALEY, MARK A. HEALEY, 666 SAVIN AVENUE, WEST HAVEN, CT 06516

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF C. Paula MacPherson (26-00101)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated March 18, 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.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is:

John-Paul MacPherson, 15 Briarwood Lane, Wallingford, CT

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF Mary C. Bacque (26-00078)

The Hon. Charles E. Tiernan, III, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Branford - North Branford Probate Court, by decree dated March 19, 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.

Jennifer Jaconette, Assistant Clerk

The fiduciary is: Laurie Coppola c/o MARTA CZEKAJEWSKI COLLINS, LECKERLING LADWIG & LEAMON LLC, 23 WOODLAND ROAD, SUITE C-2, MADISON, CT 06433

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ACTIONS

At the Regular meeting of the Branford Planning & Zoning Commission held on Thursday March 19, 2026 the following actions were taken:

1. Application PZ 26-6 – Special Exception for an Oversized Accessory Structure located at 19 Queach RoadAPPROVED WITH CONDITIONS.

2. Application PZ26-8 Special Exception Modification to increase the indoor recreation space located at 67 North Branford Road- APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS.

C. Andres, Chairperson F. Russo Secretary

LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF BRANFORD

The Planning & Zoning Commission of the Town of Branford, Connecticut hereby gives notice of Public Hearings to be held on Thursday April 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM by remote technology to consider the applications listed below. Information regarding how to participate in the Public Hearings will be provided on the Commission’s meeting Agenda that will be posted on the Town’s website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

1. Application PZ # 26-9 Zoning Regulation Amendment (Amend Sec.2.2 & 7.20.C).

(Cannabis Transporter & Cannabis Establishment (Infused Beverage Wholesaler) Justin Frytz-Applicant.

At said hearings all persons will have the right to be heard. Copies are on file in the Planning & Zoning Commissions office at the Planning & Zoning Department (1019 Main Street) Branford, CT 06405. Written communications may be sent to the above address or to: PlanningandZoning@branford-ct.gov.

BRANFORD PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION C. ANDRES, CHAIRPERSON

Preiss, Gage, and Chasanoff

Receive All-Conference Recognition

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

The North Branford girls’ basketball team completed one of the most successful seasons in program history this year. The Thunderbirds finished the regular season 14-6, advanced to the Shoreline Conference Championship, and claimed their first state title since 1989.

All of the team’s success this year also came with several standout individual seasons by the team’s threeheaded monster of Emma Preiss, Skylar Gage, and Ella Chasanoff. For their production, Preiss was named First Team all-conference. Gage received second-team honors, and Chasanoff received honorable mention.

Preiss said it was a great feeling to be recognized by the rest of the league.

“It feels awesome, and it shows all the effort I put into the sport this season,” Preiss said. “It’s also honestly an honor to be one of the few players out of the whole league to be recognized.”

The lockdown defender was tasked with defending the opposing team’s best player game in and game out. Preiss said after receiving the same honor last season, it

was important to come out and keep that same level of production this year.

“I wanted to make sure I lived up to my own standards and that I received the same award this year,” she said. “So, this was something in the back of my mind, and it pushed me to work harder with my team.”

The impact of Priess on both sides of the court was not only something the conference recognized, but one that her teammates felt throughout the season. Fellow-captain, Gage, said following the state championship that throughout the season, the trio played for each other and picked each other when one or two of them were having a down game.

Gage said Priess’ impact was crucial to the team’s overall success.

“She meant a lot to the team this year,” Gage said. “Honestly, every person had a huge role in our success this year. We all brought it, and Emma was a big part of it.”

As for Gage herself, she also set out this season to return to the all-conference list after receiving the honor last year.

With Preiss’ high energy displayed on both sides of the

ball, and Chasanoff commanding the paint, rebounding, and keeping the offense flowing, Gage was often the big shot maker to get the offense going, spark a run, or put the dagger in the ball game.

The senior guard was happy that her production landed her back on the all-conference list.

“It feels good and rewarding to get second team allconference,” Gage said. “This was a goal that I set for myself since I got it last year as well, so it was great to get it again.”

With time to reflect on the history-making season since celebrating the championship victory at Mohegan Sun, Preiss said it’s still unbelievable that they were able to bring North Branford a state title.

“It feels amazing yet unreal. As a team, we have come a long way. We worked together so well this whole year, and after each win in the state tournament, we grew more and more confident in ourselves and the team to bring home the gold medal,” Preiss said. “This was our first time winning since 1989. We all felt extremely honored, and I know I will never forget this moment and this huge accomplishment.”

Sanchez-Ampudio Helps Lead Hand Co-op to Postseason Success

By Serenity J. Bishop

Sports Editor

Since as far back as he can remember, Alexander SanchezAmpudio has been connected to the water. The Branford resident and captain of the Daniel Hand boys swimming co-op, which also serves Branford and Old Saybrook, has been swimming competitively since third grade.

This season, Sanchez-Ampudio helped lead the team to an 8-2 record, a third-place finish in the Southern Connecticut Conference championship, and an eighthplace finish at the Class L state championship.

However, despite the individual and team success this season, what stood out most was his ability to lead. Sanchez-Ampudio was selected captain, along with cocaptains Grant Campbell and Chase Barone, at the beginning of the season.

Sanchez-Ampudio said he was honored to receive the distinction and then focused on how he could consistently be a better leader throughout the season. He said he and his teammates built a brotherhood.

“Going into the season was different. We lost a lot of our seniors and key swimmers, so it was sort of a different shift of responsibilities on the team,” SanchezAmpudio said. “Going in, I was really confident that we were able to still put out some good performances. Overall, I think the season went pretty well. We had a brotherhood, and with that brotherhood, we were able to bring each other up and support each other.”

Sanchez-Ampudio said that after being selected as team captain, his goals for the year had little to do with fast times and instead focused on being the best leader he could be for his teammates. He said that while he

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wanted faster times and to perform better at states than he had before, the main priority was being there for his teammates—whether as an encouraging voice or an inspiration.

“Individually, it was to be the best leader I could be on my team and make sure everyone felt included,” he said. “Swimming is such a big part of my life, and being able to share that with all my friends, I just want the best for them. I want the best for the team. So being a leader on the team means I have to put out my best self. I want to set the standard.”

Hand boys swim coach Scott Butler said that from the moment he met Sanchez-Ampudio, he knew he had strong values and understood how to give himself the best opportunity for success. Butler also appreciated his dedication; the team trains 10 to 12 hours a week, and SanchezAmpudio consistently asked for tips on how to get in better shape or be more prepared.

However, it was during his sophomore year that SanchezAmpudio made a significant jump. It was not only scoring points at meets, but also his personality that allowed him to serve as a catalyst for building team relationships.

“He made the Branford, Old Saybrook, and Daniel Hand student-athletes come together to become one team. He wouldn’t let it be any other way,” Butler said. “Alexander is one of the most motivated athletes I have ever worked with. His commitment to both personal and team improve-

Calling Volunteers for Branford Porchfest

ment is unwavering, and his attendance record over the past few seasons is essentially flawless.”

Butler said that on the rare occasions when team practices were canceled or he had designated days off, Sanchez-Ampudio would still be at the YMCA pool, determined to stay on track with his training.

“Just as impressive as his physical dedication is the support that he provides his teammates. Alexander is an encouraging, positive, and steady presence on the pool deck,” Butler said. “His leadership is rooted not in authority, but in example—he shows younger swimmers what it means to be reliable, resilient, and committed. It is for these reasons that he was selected as our team captain, a role he fulfills with maturity well beyond his years.”

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The organizers of Porchfest are seeking local volunteers for Branford’s inaugural Porchfest event on Saturday, May 30. The event needs residents near the town center who are willing to donate their front porches and lawns to host musicians and audience members for a day of musical performances. Hosts will need to provide access to electrical outlets and bathrooms for the performers. The event will run from noon to 5 p.m., though hosting can be just a portion of that time. The event area centers on the town green. The rain date is Sunday, May 31. Volunteers are also needed throughout the event to serve as community ambassadors to help guide guests to the performance sites and to do cleanup after the event. For more information, email info@shorelineevents-ct.com.

Sanchez-Ampudio and Butler is a unique player-coach dynamic. The two have grown closer over the past few years and have fostered a family-like support system.

Sanchez-Ampudio describes his coach as a well-calculated leader who has become like a second father to the swimmers on the team.

“We describe him as like a second dad to us. He’s taught us a lot, and to me, on a personal level, he’s taught me how to be a better person, a better leader, and a better swimmer,” Sanchez-Ampudio said. “I see him as someone I can go to if I ever need someone to talk to. He’s a positive male role model in my life.”

Sanchez-Ampudio credits much of his development to Butler, but he also thanked his parents. He said his mother is the reason he is still swimming competitively.

Sanchez-Ampudio previously lived in New York but moved to Connecticut in eighth grade. He considered giving up swimming and wanted to reinvent himself in a new place, but his mother made him a deal: If she got him a watch he had been eyeing, he would continue swimming.

That agreement helped shape Sanchez-Ampudio into the person he is today and allowed him to build the friendships he now has.

“Without my parents, I wouldn’t be able to do it,” Sanchez-Ampudio said. “It’s really funny. It’s all because of that deal I made with my mom that I started the high school season. I started a club, and then I got all these amazing friends and all these amazing memories, and without that, I guess I wouldn’t have expected to be here.”

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Remembering the Revolution: Minister From Old Lyme

Wrote Memorably Against the Stamp Act

Stephen Johnson’s arguments embodied opposition to tax that paved the way for revolution

By John Ruddy

Editor’s note: This story is the first in “Remembering the Revolution,” a series that will appear throughout 2026 to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.

In 20 years as pastor of the First Congregational Church of Lyme, the Rev. Stephen Johnson hadn’t had much to say publicly about current events.

That changed abruptly in the fall of 1765, when the clergyman started writing on an issue of burning importance to Britain’s American colonies. People were outraged, and Johnson was stirred to break his silence.

A tax had been approved by Parliament that required printed materials to be produced on paper that included an embossed revenue stamp. The Stamp Act marked the start of colonial discontent with the mother country that would explode into revolution a decade later.

The act affected legal documents, newspapers, and even playing cards, and its purpose was to pay for British troops stationed in America after the French and Indian War. In addition to the financial burden, colonists objected to being taxed without their consent.

There were petitions, street protests, and a Stamp Act Congress, in which the colonies voiced their objections in a Declaration of Rights and Grievances sent to Parliament and King George III.

Among those incensed over the measure was Johnson, an obscure minister who had been serving quietly in Lyme (now Old Lyme) since 1746. As uproar spread, Johnson consulted with a friend, John McCurdy, who lived next to the church.

The minister put his thoughts to paper, and McCurdy, a wealthy shipping merchant, used his influence to get them published in the New London Gazette, the local newspaper.

Looking back in 1882, local historian D. Hamilton Hurd called them “two sagacious and audacious men trying to kindle a fire, one feeding it with the chips of

genius and strong nervous magnetism, the other fanning it with the contents of his broad purse.”

Hurd relates that Johnson wrote his first anti-Stamp Act missive in McCurdy’s home.

“It was a fiery article, designed to rouse the community to a sense of the public danger,” Hurd wrote. “Others of a similar character soon followed.”

On Sept. 6, 1765, two months before the Stamp Act took effect, an article, signed “Addison,” appeared in the four-page Gazette. Addressed “to the freemen of the colony of Connecticut,” it got to the point in plain language.

“My dear Friends, It is the most critical Season that ever this Colony or America saw, a Time when every Thing dear to us in this World is at Stake: The Stamp Act is past, and Officers appointed to carry it into Execution. The Courts of Admiralty are vested with Power to try and determine all Matters relating to it, without JURIES. By the essential, fundamental Constitution of the British Government, no Englishman may be Tax’d but by his own Consent, in Person, or by his Representatives — Privileges extorted by the brave People of England from their Monarchs by slow Degrees, and the effusion of Rivers of Blood. — We have no Representatives in Parliament; we never gave a Vote for one, nor have we a right to do it: We know them not, nor do they know us.”

“Addison” was Stephen Johnson, and he went on to urge his fellow colonists to strive for the well-being of the British Empire but not at the cost of surrendering their rights.

“If you tamely part with them,

It’s worth noting that even as Johnson invoked the dark possibility of “Slavery,” McCurdy was among those benefiting from the real thing.

Johnson also urged his countrymen to pick their representatives with care.

“Let me humbly advise and you are accessory to your own Death, and entail Slavery on your Posterity.”

intreat you, for God’s Sake, for your own, and for Posterity’s Sake, to chuse Men of Wisdom, Courage and Resolution, true Englishmen, who will not be bo’t nor cow’d into the tame Submission of fawning Place men.”

Johnson’s article was followed by five more of growing length that eventually filled the Gazette’s front page. The last

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Calendar for the Week of April 2, 2026

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2

Great Decisions: U.S.-China Relations

: 10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Facilitated by Tom Lee, a member and moderator of the Great Decisions discussion group. Produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Third of four Thursday sessions through April 9. The series has a morning and afternoon session and participants can enroll in either session for the series. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $40 for all four sessions and a 2026 briefing book that covers the topics. For info or to join SSILL, call 203453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Maundy Thursday Service

: Noon. Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church Chapel, 45 Tabor Dr., Branford. For info, call 203-488-2541 or visit taborchurch.net.

Good Friday Services

: Noon, Stations of the Cross; 7 p.m., Good Friday liturgy. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 232 Durham Rd., Madison. For info, email shariya@standrewsmadison.org.

On a Mission: The History of U.S. Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal

: 2 p.m.

Online event. Book:

On a Mission: The Smithsonian History of U.S. Women Astronauts

. Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.

Creative Crafts with Jesse: Spring Cards

: 2 to 3:30 p.m.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Participants will make three spring and Easter-themed cards using die cuts, embossing folders, ink blending, and stamps. Materials provided. For ages 18 and older. For info or to register (required), visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

Drop-In Tech Help

: 2 to 5 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features individual technology assistance sessions on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited to 30 minutes per person. Bring a personal device. Free. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Create Zentangle Easter Eggs

: 2:45 to 4 p.m. Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services. Features an art program creating patterned Easter egg designs using Zentangle techniques. For grades 5 to 8. Free. For info or to register (required), contact 860-510-5042 or yfs@oldsaybrookct.gov.

Maundy Thursday Liturgy

: 3 p.m. Stations of the Cross; 6 p.m. Agape Meal; 7 p.m. Holy Eucharist with washing of the feet and stripping of the altar. Saint Ann’s Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org.

Mission: Ready

: 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Kathleen E. Goodwin Elementary School, 80 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Hosted by Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services. Features an after-school program with activities focused on building confidence, problem-solving, and community engagement. For grade 4 students. Cost: $20 for four-week session. For info or to register (required), contact 860-510-5050 or jessica.wood@oldsaybrookct.gov.

Willoughby Writers Group

: 5 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Islands Rd., Stony Creek. Features a writing group for fiction and nonfiction writers. Meets twice monthly. For info, call 203-488-8702.

Blackstone Game Group

: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Adults are invited for an evening of board games; participants may bring their own games. Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library with support from Lotus Games. No registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441 ext. 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

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appeared Nov. 1, the day the Stamp Act took effect.

That day, Connecticut Gov. Thomas Fitch prepared to take an oath to enforce the act. But most of his councilors walked out rather than administer it. Newspapers refused to carry stamps. The colony was in revolt.

Earlier, a mock trial in Lyme for the tax official, stamp collector Jared Ingersoll, sentenced him to death. Referring to him as as “J—d Stampman,” the trial convicted him of conspiring with Satan to murder his mother, “Americana.”

“The Weapon he obtain’d was called a Stamp, which came from an ancient …

Seat in Europe,” read an account of the trial published in the Gazette the same day Johnson’s first article appeared. Johnson was probably the author, Jim Lampos and Michaelle Pearson say in their book “Revolution in the Lymes.”

Two weeks later, Ingersoll faced a more tangible threat when he was overtaken while traveling. A mob of the Sons of Liberty, a loose band of Stamp Act opponents, gave him a stark choice: resign his office or dangle from a noose. He resigned.

Johnson’s six articles were reprinted in other newspapers, but he wasn’t done inveighing against the Stamp Act. On Dec. 18, 1765, he gave a sermon that continued the attack, and it was published as a pamphlet.

Reacting to America’s hostility, Parliament repealed the Stamp Act on May 1, 1766, six months after it took effect.

Historian Bernard Bailyn contends that the two versions of Johnson’s diatribe were remarkable for their style and scope.

“Written in colorful prose, the two publications anticipate almost the entire range of arguments that would be debated in the coming decade, and they anticipate, too, the fear of civil war between England and America,” he wrote in his book “Faces of Revolution.”

Johnson’s words were also noteworthy in that the newspaper articles made secular arguments while the sermon framed them in religious terms.

“The two publications, seen as products

of the same clerical mind at almost the same moment, illustrate with rare precision the relationship of religious and secular thought in the ideological history of the Revolution,” Bailyn wrote.

After the Stamp Act’s repeal, Johnson returned to obscurity, continuing to serve the First Congregational Church of Lyme until his death in 1786. His few other known writings are unremarkable.

Bailyn wrote that “Johnson’s mind and imagination simply took fire in the explosive atmosphere of the Stamp Act crisis and burned, briefly, with a hard and brilliant flame.”

j.ruddy@theday.com

Goodspeed Will Rock, Gardening Leads to Conflict, and Disney’s First Broadway Musical Stops in Hartford

Inside notes and comments about Connecticut and New York professional theater

By Karen Isaacs

Columnist

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: , a special three-performance presentation at TheaterWorks Hartford, sounds like it should be emotional. It is a one-person show by pianist Roger Peltzman that tells the story of his family before World War II and his mother’s escape when Nazis raided her family’s hiding place. It combines monologues, images, and Peltzman at the piano. It will run from Thursday, April 30, to Saturday, May 2. For tickets, contact TWHartford.org. : A new generation of children can see Disney’s stage musical when the current tour comes to the Bushnell in Hartford. The show runs from Tuesday, April 7, through Sunday, April 12. was the first Disney show to make it to Broadway. The Bushnell requests that all attendees be at least 6 years old. You can purchase tickets at Bushnell.org.

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Jerry’s Girls

Hello, Dolly! Mame La Cage aux Folles

Flowers and Comedy

Native Gardens

Theatre in Shelton will have your toes tapping with its production of , a revue of Jerry Herman’s music. Herman wrote , , and , among many shows. You will hear all his iconic songs and some lesserknown ones you will love. The show runs from Friday, April 10, through Sunday, April 29, weekends only. Information and tickets are at CenterStageShelton.org. : It’s spring, and people are planning their gardens. But what if you and your neighbor disagree about the type of garden or yard it should be? That’s the premise of the comedy at Hartford Stage from Friday, April 17, through Sunday, May 10. The old-time traditional gardeners are aghast when the new neighbors aim for a more natural yard. You can purchase tickets at HartfordStage.org. An open-cap-

Senior Series 4: Downsizing 101: Practical Tips for Seniors Considering a Move

: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. The Orchard House, 421 Shore Dr., Branford. Cost: $10. Fourth in a six-part educational series designed for older adults and the adult children who support them. Each session offers practical guidance on topics related to aging in place, downsizing, home care, and senior living options. Participants can attend any or all sessions; there is no obligation to attend the full series. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

The Monthly Slice: Keeping It All in the Family: A Conversation with Modern Apizza’s Bill Pustari

: 6 p.m. New Haven Museum, 114 Whitney Ave., New Haven. Discussion with Bill Pustari of Modern Apizza moderated by filmmaker Gorman Bechard as part of “The Monthly Slice” series and the exhibition . Free with museum admission. For info or to register, contact 203-562-4183 or matockarshewsky@newhavenmuseum.org, or visit newhavenmuseum.org.

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aterWorks Hartford has received a grant from the Connecticut Humanities Council to support the TWTalks series scheduled during its production of . On Saturday, April 25, Judge Henry S. Cohn will lead a discussion on the aftermath of that tragedy and its influence on the concept of “mass torts.” The talk is at the Hartford Public Library’s Center for Contemporary Culture. While it is free, an RSVP is required. Contact TW Hartford.org.

Rock at Goodspeed

Jesus Christ Superstar

: Rehearsals are underway for the opening production of Goodspeed’s new season. The Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice hit rock musical begins performances Friday, April 17. It runs through Sunday, June 7. It features well-known songs, including the title song and “I Don’t Know How to Love Him.” Tickets are available online at Goodspeed.org or from the box office at 860-873-8668.

Next Season at TheaterWorks

: TheaterWorks Hartford’s season often seems out of sync with most theaters that either plan seasons on the calendar year or from

Maundy Thursday Agape Service

: 6 p.m. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 50 Emmanuel Church Rd., Killingworth. For info, call 860-663-1800.

“Artificial Intelligence is Everywhere” with Dennis Gleeson

: 6 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Former CIA strategy director Dennis Gleeson will present an overview of generative AI tools such as Claude and ChatGPT. Free and open to the public. Registration required. For more info, call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Open Mic Night

: 6 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Hosted by Madison Poet Laureate Ed Lent. Features a “Celebration” themed evening of poetry, music, comedy, and other performances. Cake and soda served. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

Butterfly Diamond Painting

: 6 to 8 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features a guided craft using diamond painting techniques to create an image. All supplies provided. For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Topdog/Underdog

The Lehman Trilogy

September to June. Its season runs from October to August. The upcoming season begins with the recent Broadway play . Then it is the 25th anniversary production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning in February, followed by the Tony Awardwinning Best Play in April. A Connecticut premiere follows in June, and the season ends with 73 Seconds by multimedia artist Jared Mezzocchi in August. Information on the season and subscriptions is available at TWHartford.org.

A Show to See

Every Brilliant Thing

: I had a delightful and emotional experience watching the superb Daniel Radcliffe in , now on Broadway for a limited run. It’s not technically a one-man show, but it depends on his acting chops — he has them in abundance — to tell the story of how a 7-year-old’s response to his mother’s illness expanded into a lifelong quest.

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.

Shoreline Sailing Club Event

: 7 p.m. Clark Memorial Field, 210 Elm St., Old Saybrook. Social gathering for singles age 35 and over hosted by the Shoreline Sailing Club. First-time guests free; $10 for others. BYOB. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com.

Maundy Thursday Stripping of the Altar Service

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7 p.m. Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church, 45 Tabor Dr., Branford. For info, call 203-488-2541 or visit taborchurch.net.

Maundy Thursday Service

: 7 p.m. Christ Church Anglican, 965 W. Main St., Branford. For info, call 203-671-3028 or visit cca.life.

Tenebrae Service

: 7 p.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 232 Durham Rd., Madison. For info, email shariya@standrewsmadison.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 3

Community Good Friday Worship Service

: Noon. St. Mary’s Church, 731 Main St, Branford. Community service hosted by Branford churches as part of Holy Week observances. For info, call 203-488-2541 or visit taborchurch.net.

Clear Sailing: Connecticut Spring Boat Show Returns

The 10th Connecticut Spring Boat Show will take place Friday, April 24, through Sunday, 26, at Safe Harbor Essex Island. This in-water boat show is the first of the season in New England. Visitors will enjoy seeing a wide range of new and pre-owned power and sailboats ranging from 20 feet to larger than 65 feet from leading boat brands.

The boat show features some of the newest boats on the market including center consoles, fishing boats, luxury cruisers, and sport and sail boats.

In addition to boats on the dock, the show will have yacht brokers, gear, artists, accessories, and service companies exhibiting on the lawn. Connecticut bands provide music throughout the weekend.

This year’s boat show seeks to raise $30,000 for Sails Up 4 Cancer (SU4C), a nonprofit organization supporting cancer care, education, prevention, and research.

“Last year, $17,000 was raised at the 2025 show from a wide range of activities as well as the gate.” said Bob Davis, CEO of the charity. “We benefit from 50% of ticket sales proceeds plus we will be onsite with additional fundraising opportunities throughout the weekend. It’s one of our biggest opportunities of the year.”

“The show keeps evolving in ways that are both exciting and encouraging,” said Ben Cesare of Cat’s Paw LLC, owner and manager of the show. “With strong

LLC. Show sponsors include Essex Boat Works, Maritime Insurance International, Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, The Griswold Inn, Yacht Brokers Association of America (YBAA), Risk Strategies, Cohen’s Bagel Company, Saybrook Ford, Surfridge Brewing Co., Experience Essex, Safe Harbor Essex Island Marina, and

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Advance three-day tickets are available now through Thursday, April 23, at $22 per adult. After that, three-day tickets are $26. Tickets are free for children 13 and under.

Tickets grant access to the show all weekend long. Free parking is available.

Half of the ticket proceeds benefits SU4C.

For more information about participating exhibitors and boats or to purchase tickets, visit ctspringboatshow.com. For dealer and vendor application information, email Ben Cesare at ben@ctspring boatshow.com.

About Sails Up 4 Cancer

exhibitor participation and attendees coming from throughout New England, it’s become a place where the boating community connects, explores what’s new, and kicks off the season together.”

Safe Harbor Essex Island Marina is located on a 13-acre private island,

accessed by a complimentary ferry service, and offers 125 slips accommodating vessels up to 200 feet. The resort marina is family-friendly and offers food, beverages, and music throughout the weekend. The show takes place, rain or shine.

The show is a production of Cats Paw,

Sails Up 4 Cancer (SU4C) is a nonprofit organization based in Mystic. SU4C has been dedicated to supporting cancer care, education, prevention, and research along the Shoreline and southeastern regions of Connecticut. For more information, visit SU4C.org.

Hospital Vocal Group’s “Tribute to America”

The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords (MHVC) will perform “Tribute to America” in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2026. The concert will be held at Portland High School, 95 High St., Portland.

The community is invited to an afternoon of music featuring the 80-voice chorus, directed by Samuel Tucker, and a 10piece orchestra, directed by Alan Dougherty. The program includes a selection of patriotic, pop, rock, Broadway, jazz, and gospel pieces.

A “Tribute to the Armed Forces” medley serves as a powerful homage to service members, past and present. Additional selections include “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Bless the Broken Road,” “Andrew Lloyd Webber in Concert,” and “Beatles in Revue,” showcasing the texture, dynamics, and range of the ensemble. A few surprises are also in store.

This season’s special guest is Todd Allan Herendeen, a triple-platinum country and gospel artist from Indiana who performs ••• across the United States, particularly in Panama City, Florida, and Memphis, Tennessee. Known for his powerful voice and engaging stage presence, Herendeen has entertained audiences nationwide with performances that honor legendary artists. He will perform one of his signature songs, “My Name Is America.”

Tickets are $25 and nonrefundable. For more information, visit vocalchords20.org or call 860-342-3120 or 860-347-2787. The group can also be found on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Middlesex Hospital

to America” in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 2.

Sip and Shop Fundraiser

Good Friday Liturgy

: Noon service with reserved sacrament; 3 p.m. Stations of the Cross. Saint Ann’s Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org.

Good Friday Service

: Noon. Christ Church Anglican, 965 W. Main St., Branford. For info, call 203-671-3028 or visit cca.life.

Good Friday Services

: Noon, Stations of the Cross; 7 p.m., Good Friday liturgy. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 232 Durham Rd., Madison. For info, email shariya@standrewsmadison.org.

Chester First Friday Night Art Stroll

: 5 to 8 p.m. Main Street, Chester. Hosted by the Merchants of Chester. Features extended hours at shops, galleries, and restaurants, with art exhibits, live music, and special events throughout town. For info, visit visitchesterct.com.

: 5 to 8 p.m. Participating Chester bookstore. Features a fundraiser benefiting the Chester Land Trust, with a portion of sales donated and information on membership. For info, visit visitchesterct.com.

Maundy Thursday Agape Service

: 6 p.m. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 50 Emmanuel Church Rd., Killingworth. For info, call 860-663-1800.

Live Music with Andie Arel

: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Little House Brewing Company, 16 Main St., Chester. Features a performance of original songs and covers. For info, call 860-322-4153 or visit littlehousebrewing.com.

Good Friday Tenebrae Service

: 7 p.m. Tabor Evangelical Lutheran Church, 45 Tabor Dr., Branford. Evening Tenebrae service as part of Holy Week observances. For info, call 203-488-2541 or visit taborchurch.net.

Good Friday Tenebrae

: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd., Madison. Features a candlelight service reflecting on the crucifixion through readings and music. For info, contact 203-421-3241 or office@northmadisoncc.org, or visit northmadisoncc.org/lent.

FRIDAY, APRIL 3 AND SATURDAY, APRIL 4

Easter Bunny Trolley Rides

: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River St., East Haven. Ride a historic trolley along the Branford Electric Railway to visit the Easter Bunny. Includes photos with the Bunny, an egg and rubber duck hunt, and a door prize drawing. Allow about one hour for the visit. Event held rain or shine. Advance reservations encouraged. For info or tickets, call 203-467-6927 or visit shorelinetrolley.org.

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Art, Pilgrimage and Reflection: Patricia Wild’s Work on View at Mercy by the Sea

Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center presents “Reflections and Visions,” a multiseries exhibition by artist Patricia S. Wild, on display at the Mary C. Daly, RSM Art Gallery through April 28.

The exhibition brings together three distinct bodies of work, each rooted in pilgrimage, poetry and contemplation. The pieces draw on Wild’s travels to the Scottish island of Iona, her engagement with the medieval “Book of Kells,” and a decades-long meditation on stillness and movement inspired by the “Tao Te Ching.”

A pilgrimage to Iona

An art workshop on the remote island of Iona, Scotland, first drew Wild across the Atlantic. What she found was more than instruction — it was a personal pilgrimage.

“It opened something in me,” she says.

Returning home to Pembroke, N.H., Wild felt compelled to create a series inspired by Iona — and to return to the island itself. The resulting Iona series forms the first thread of the exhibition.

From Iona to the “Book of Kells”

Wild’s experience on Iona sparked a chain of creative discoveries. A conversation with a gallery owner in Laconia, N.H., led her to the poetry of James Harpur, whose long poem about the “Book of Kells” — the illuminated manuscript begun on Iona in the ninth century — inspired a new body of work.

Wild selected 32 lines from Harpur’s poem.

“The lines spoke to me,” she says.

She created a mixed-media piece in response to each line, working in the spirit of a medieval illuminator. She then wove

those same 32 lines into an original poem of her own, displayed alongside the artwork.

The Stone Girl series

The third component of the exhibition, the Stone Girl series, traces back to a single line from Stephen Mitchell’s translation of the “Tao Te Ching” that captivated Wild nearly 30 years ago: “In complete stillness, a stone girl is dancing.”

The challenge of expressing movement and stillness at once lingered for decades before taking form. Working on a foundation of copper paint, Wild layers words, textures and collage elements to give voice to an imagined stone girl. Each piece offers a glimpse into what such a figure might think or feel.

Wild hopes viewers will form their own connection to the work.

“That they’ll have a personal connection that inspires them in some way and that they’ll look at things differently tomorrow,” she says.

“Reflections and Visions” is on view through April 28 at the

Mary C. Daly, RSM Art Gallery, open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Admission is free.

Patricia S. Wild holds an undergraduate degree in fine arts with a concentration in painting, drawing and printmaking; a master’s degree in art education; a doctorate in education; and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in expressive arts. A lifelong artist and former educator, she lives in Pembroke, N.H. Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center is set on 33 acres along the shore of Long Island Sound in Madison. The center offers programs and a seaside setting designed to foster contemplation, personal growth and professional development in an inclusive and welcoming environment. Its natural setting provides opportunities for reflection and connection with the outdoors, while its mission emphasizes hospitality and meaningful relationships with self, others and the natural world.

For more information, visit mercybythesea.org or call 203245-0401.

SATURDAY, APRIL 4

Easter Bake Sale

: 9 to 11 a.m. Stanley T. Williams Community Center, 1332 Middletown Ave., Northford. Hosted by the Branford Compassion Club. Features homemade baked goods, crafts, Easter baskets, coffee, and a roulette wheel game. Proceeds benefit the Branford Compassion Club’s Feline Rescue and Adoption Center. For info, email branfordcompassionfundraising@gmail.com.

Tie Dye Drawstring Bag

: 10:30 a.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Children will create a tie-dye drawstring bag with supplies provided. Dress for a messy activity. For ages 5 and older. For info or to register (required), call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Cookie Decorating

: 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Participants may stop by to frost and decorate a sugar cookie. Sponsored by the Friends of the Chester Public Library. For info, call 860-526-0018 or visit chesterctlibrary.com.

Resin Trinket Dish Workshop

: 11 a.m. Deep River Public Library, 150 Main St. Hosted by Shell and Bee artists. Features a hands-on workshop creating resin trinket dishes with dried flowers and decorative elements. For ages 12 and up. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860526-6039 or visit deepriverlibrary.libcal.com.

Open House: A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. Features exhibits highlighting local history through photography, poetry, and philanthropy. Free. For info, call 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

National Poetry Month Kickoff

: 1 to 4 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features a bilingual celebration of poetry in Spanish and English with a brief opening ceremony at 1 p.m., followed by an open house with activities for all ages and refreshments. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

How to Use ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence: A Basic Introduction

: 4 to 5 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $35. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Holy Saturday Service

: 5 p.m. Memorial Garden, Saint Ann’s Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. For info, call 860434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org.

ChatGPT Side Hustle: 20+ Ways to Make an Income with ChatGPT, Working from Home

: 5 to 6 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $35. Prior knowledge of ChatGPT is not required. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-4885693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Easter Vigil Services

: 7 p.m. at St. John’s, Essex; St. James, New London; and St. John’s, Niantic. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org.

Easter Vigil

: 7 p.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 232 Durham Rd., Madison. Features an outdoor service of light followed by worship and communion. For info, email shariya@standrewsmadison.org.

Easter Morning Service

: 6:30 a.m. Tabor Cemetery, 36 Tabor Dr., Branford. For info, call 203-488-2541 or visit taborchurch.net.

Easter Sunrise Service

Author Signing: Stuart Greenblatt and David Connell

: Noon. Chester Firehouse front lawn, 6 High St. Presented by the Chester Hose Company Auxiliary. Features three fields for egg hunting. For ages up to 10. Rain or shine. Hot dogs available for purchase. For info, visit chesterct.org. :

August Greenleaf’s Last 7,000 Days

Noon to 2 p.m. Breakwater Books, 81 Whitfield St., Guilford. Authors will sign copies of , a fictional memoir set in Brooklyn and Branford. Drop in anytime during the event. Free. For info, visit breakwaterbooks.net.

Shakespeare’s Fools

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Romeo and Juliet As You Like It

: 1 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Rebecca Salomonsson portrays Anne Hathaway Shakespeare in an interactive program featuring characters from , , and . For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

The West Wing: The Sorkin Years

: 1 to 3 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features an illustrated lecture by Stephen Spignesi on the first four seasons of . For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

The West Wing

MONDAY, APRIL 6

Easter Sunday Festival Eucharist: Easter Monday Service

: 7 a.m. Summer Hill Cemetery, 564-598 Old Toll Rd., Madison. Features a sunrise service with music, readings, and prayer. Hosted by North Madison Congregational Church. For info, contact 203-4213241 or office@northmadisoncc.org, or visit northmadisoncc.org/lent.

Easter Services

: 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Anglican, 965 W. Main St., Branford. For info, call 203671-3028 or visit cca.life.

Easter Day Services:

8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Saint Ann’s Church, 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. Features Festival Eucharist with choir. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org.

Easter Sunday Service

: 10 a.m. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 50 Emmanuel Church Rd., Killingworth. For info, call 860-663-1800.

Easter Sunday Worship Service SUNDAY, APRIL 5

: 10 a.m. North Madison Congregational Church, 1271 Durham Rd., Madison. Features a worship service celebrating the resurrection. For info, contact 203-421-3241 or office@northmadisoncc.org, or visit northmadisoncc.org/lent.

10 a.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 232 Durham Rd., Madison. For info, email shariya@standrewsmadison.org.

: 11 a.m. Essex Meadows, 30 Bokum Rd. For info, call 860-434-1621 or visit saintannsoldlyme.org.

Tea Time with Teddy Movie Matinee

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: 1 to 2 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features a program on the history of teddy bears and Victorian tea traditions, with a display of children’s toys. For grades K to 5. For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

: 3 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Screening of a feature film. For info or movie title, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

: 6 to 8 p.m. Fired Up Studio, 1060 Main St., Branford. Cost: $39. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Pottery Painting with Fired Up! Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People:

6:30 to 9 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $69. Students need a piano or electronic keyboard at home and access to an internet connected device. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

TUESDAY, APRIL 7

How Dogs Experience the World Through Their Senses

: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Dr. Lauren Price, veterinarian and owner of Clinton Veterinary Hospital. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Pop-in Program: Lego Building

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features a drop-in building activity with creations displayed in the Children’s Room. No registration required. For info, call 203484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Art History Lecture: The Golden Age of Spanish Painting and Collecting

: 1 p.m. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St. Features a presentation by Dr. Marcie Slepian on masterpieces of the Prado Museum in Madrid, including works by Diego Velázquez, Francisco Goya, Titian, and Peter Paul Rubens. Also discusses royal art collecting and the museum’s history. Cosponsored by the Guilford Free Library and Shoreline Village Connecticut. For info, contact 203-393-5395 or mabfilkins@gmail.com, or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org or shorelinevillagect.org.

Madison 200 Celebrations Continue at the Madison Historical Society

The Madison Historical Society continues its Madison 200 celebrations throughout April with a new exhibit at the Madison Center for History & Culture at Lee’s Academy.

A Town Named Madison: Celebrating 200 Years highlights Captain Frederick Lee’s contributions to the town, as well as Madison’s efforts during the Revolutionary War. The exhibit will be on view during Lee’s Academy open office hours, Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is also invited to a welcome reception from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 1, at Lee’s Academy. Admission is free.

April is also an active month at the society’s historic Allis-Bushnell House Museum, 853 Boston Post Road. The museum will host open houses from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 4 and April 18, free of charge. Visitors are invited to explore the current Madison 200 exhibit, which highlights individuals who shaped the town

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Lego WeDo Coding

Madison: Celebrating 200 Years.

Trivia Night

: 4:15 to 5 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Lego building and coding. For grades 2 to 6. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Wacky Wildlife: Narwhals

: 5:30 to 6 p.m. Atwater Library, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. Features a program on narwhals with a related craft. For ages 6 to 11. For info or to register (required), call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Create a Kentucky Derby Headpiece

: 6 to 8 p.m. The Morgan School, 71 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Cost: $25 class fee plus a $25 materials fee (exact change or payment by Venmo requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Madison Soldiers: Civil War

: 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Meeting starts 6:15 p.m., presentation at 6:30 p.m. Features a talk by educator and Civil War historian Charles Fischer. Part of the Shoreline Civil War Roundtable monthly meeting. Free and open to the public. For info, contact the group’s facilitator at 860-395-1124 or olivia.jean@sbcglobal.net, or visit facebook.com/shorelinecivilwarroundtable.

: 6:30 p.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. Registration required. For info or to register, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

Author Event: Annabelle Gurwitch in Conversation with Illeana Douglas

The End of My Life Is Killing Me

: 6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: . For info or to register (required), call 203-2453959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Start the Conversation: Your Body, Your Journey

: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Old Saybrook Middle School, 322 Main St., Old Saybrook. Program for female Old Saybrook residents in grades 5 to 8 and their female caregiver or role model covering puberty, hormones, relationships with family and friends, self-care, and consent. Participants receive a puberty book and first-time bag with feminine products. Light refreshments served. Cost: $25 per duo. For info or to register, visit oldsaybrookct.gov.

Adult and Pediatric CPR Awareness Training

: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. No certification is available with this class. Cost: $25. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

through photography, poetry, and philanthropy. New displays and audio recordings honor these notable Madison figures.

The society will host its first History Happy Hour of 2026 at 6 p.m. Friday, April 17, at the AllisBushnell House Museum. Charlie Shafer will present “Ironwoods Preserve,” taking guests on a virtual walk from the top of the ironworks down to Greist Pond, with historical insights along the way. Tickets for both members and the general public are available at www.madisonhistory.org. The suggested donation is $15 for general admission and $10 for members. Advance registration is requested.

These programs are part of the ongoing Madison 200 anniversary celebration. The Madison Historical Society looks forward to exploring 200 years of local history with the community through a dynamic lineup of History Happy Hours, an engaging exhibit at historic Lee’s Academy, and open houses at the AllisBushnell House Museum.

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People

: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $69. Students need a guitar at home (acoustic or electric) and access to an internet connected device. For ages 13 or older. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

Space Exploration

: 10 a.m. Evergreen Woods, 88 Notch Hill Rd., North Branford. Presented by Mike Turk, senior engineer at the Hamilton Standard division of United Technologies where he worked on several elements of the Apollo astronauts’ life support systems. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $3. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Pop-in Program: Friendship Bracelets

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features a dropin craft to create friendship bracelets. No registration required. For info, call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Injury

: 12:30 p.m. St. George’s Parish Hall, 33 Whitfield St, Guilford. Dr. Papayani-Szabo, a physical therapist and owner of Bodies in Balance, will discuss common gardening injuries and demonstrate proper posture, body mechanics, and exercises to improve balance and prevent strain. Hosted by the Guilford Garden Club. Free and open to the public. For info, email guilfordgardenclub06437@gmail.com or visit guilfordgardenclub.org.

: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. BACA Gallery, 1004 Main St., Branford. Opening reception for an exhibition of artwork created by Ukrainian service members participating in an art therapy program at Zhytomyr Military Hospital. Proceeds support the program as well as medications and medical equipment for wounded soldiers. Presented by NHCT UAHA Fund and hosted by the Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance. Free and open to the public. For info, call 718-986-0026.

: 6 p.m. Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Collaborative event presented by Chester Library, Chester Historical Society, and Chester Parks and Recreation. Features an American history trivia competition with cash prizes. Limited to 13 teams. Registration begins Feb. 16. For info or to register (required), visit chester.recdesk.com.

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6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Features Ryan Mitten presenting Seeger family songs as part of the Acoustic Artists Storyteller Series. For info or to register, call 860-3953184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

Understanding Medicare

: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Covers Medicare parts A, B, C, and D; expected cost of specific services; prescription drug coverage; and enrollment information. Cost: $10. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

American History Trivia Night:

6:30 p.m.

Chester Meeting House, 4 Liberty St. Trivia night focused on American history, held as part of Chester’s America 250 programming. Cash prizes awarded. Doors open at 6 p.m. For info or to register, visit chester.recdesk.com.

Create a Kentucky Derby Headpiece

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6 to 8 p.m. Branford High School, 185 E. Main St. Cost: $25 class fee plus a $25 materials fee (exact change or payment by Venmo requested). Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Confluence Ensemble Concert

: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Features traditional Celtic, Nordic, and Appalachian music performed by Jim Sirch, Willow Sirch, and Gary Wikfors. For info or to register (required), visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

Kratom and Smoke Shop Drugs Information Session

THURSDAY, APRIL 9

Great Decisions: Ruptured Alliances and the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation

: 7 to 8 p.m. Via Zoom. Features a presentation by Dr. Mark D’Agostino of MD Behavioral Health PLLC on smoke shop drugs, including kratom, and recovery from substance use. Hosted by Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services. Free; registration required. For info or to register, contact 860-510-5050 or jessica.wood@oldsaybrookct.gov. :

10 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Facilitated by Tom Lee, a member and moderator of the Great Decisions discussion group. Produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Fourth of four Thursday sessions through April 9. The series has a morning and afternoon session and participants can enroll in either session for the series. Sponsored by the Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Open to SSILL members (with an annual membership of $35). Cost: $40 for all four sessions and a 2026 briefing book that covers the topics. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Colonial Escape Room

: Sessions at 1:30 to 2:15 p.m., 2:30 to 3:15 p.m., 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., 4:30 to 5:15 p.m., and 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. Features a puzzle-based activity focused on colonial America. For ages 8 and up. For info or to register (required), call 203-484-0469 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Submissions Open for Connecticut’s Oldest Statewide Photography Competition

Shoreline Arts Alliance is now accepting digital submissions for IMAGES 2026, Connecticut’s oldest statewide photography competition. The jury-curated exhibition will be held Aug. 8–30 at Kehler Liddell Gallery, 873 Whalley Ave., New Haven.

evolved from an arts-presenting organization into one focused on professional arts development, creating supportive communities in which artists thrive through recognition, mentorship, networking, and education. These communities encourage, empower, and develop talented artists while helping transform their lives.

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Connecticut photographers of all skill levels are encouraged to submit their work through the Shoreline Arts Alliance website by noon on June 11, 2026. For submission guidelines and entry fees, visit shorelinearts.org or email office@ shorelinearts.org.

Since 1980, Shoreline Arts Alliance has

Shoreline Arts Alliance is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the Connecticut Office of the Arts-designated regional service organization for the shoreline.

For more information, visit www.shore linearts.org, email office@shorelinearts .org, or call 203-421-6739.

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Mission: Ready

: 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Kathleen E. Goodwin Elementary School, 80 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Hosted by Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services. Features an after-school program with activities focused on building confidence, problem-solving, and community engagement. For grade 4 students. Cost: $20 for four-week session. For info or to register (required), contact 860-510-5050 or jessica.wood@oldsaybrookct.gov.

5:30 to 7 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Medical biller and coder Lauren Ganino will explain medical insurance terminology, common mistakes, and strategies for navigating insurance plans. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-1441 ext. 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

: 6 p.m. Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. Sound bath meditation with crystal singing bowls, chimes, gongs, Native American flute, and other instruments. Presented by Kristina Quinones. For info or to register, call 860-395-3184 or visit actonlibrary.org.

: 6 p.m.

Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Tom Kelly leads a discussion on Raymond Carver’s short story “Neighbors” and the author’s narrative style. Free and open to the public. For info or to register, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

: 6 to 9 p.m. Saybrook Point Resort & Marina. Supports the museum’s collections and archives. Features a lecture by Amy Kurtz Lansing, curator at the Florence Griswold Museum, on the Wiggins family of artists and their legacy in southeastern Connecticut. Dinner included. Tickets available beginning Feb. 16. For info, contact 860-767-8269, ext. 113, or jrosenthal@ctrivermuseum.org, or visit ctrivermuseum.org.

: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 11 Park St., Guilford. Features a screening of excerpts from the documentary followed by a panel discussion with Ernie Stevens, Officer Michael Fumiatti, Wanda JoFre, and filmmaker Jenifer McShane. Suggested for ages 15 and up. Free and open to the public. For info, contact 203-453-2279 or admin@christchurchguilford.org.

: 6:30 to 9 p.m. VFW Post 7666, 104 Mill Rd., Guilford. Hosted by the Guilford Community Fund. Features line dancing with music by John “Cadillac” Saville and instruction by Kickin’ It Line Dance. Includes a 50/50 raffle and cash bar. Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. For info or tickets, visit zeffy.com.

: 7 p.m. Online via Zoom. Hosted by Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library. Features a talk by Michael Dorf on constitutional challenges and interpretation. Registration required. For info or to register, call 203-488-8702 or visit wwml.org/events.

The U.S. Constitution Today Paint Night

: 7 p.m. Stony Creek Church Fellowship Hall, 192 Thimble Island Rd. Cost: $35 suggested donation. All supplies and light refreshments included. Proceeds benefit Cure Rare Disease. For info, contact 203-488-7827 or office@stonycreekchurchct.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 10

Blackstone Library Tour

: 10 to 11 a.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Learn about the library’s history and daily operations during a guided tour. Registration encouraged; drop-ins welcome. For info, call 203488-1441 ext. 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group

: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Blackstone Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Participants can work on jigsaw puzzles together or individually and take part in a puzzle swap. No registration required. For info, call 203-488-1441 ext. 318 or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org.

How to Use ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence: A Basic Introduction

: 4 to 5 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $35. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

Author Event: Dav Pilkey

Dog Man Captain Underpants Cat Kid Comic Club

: 6:30 p.m. Lyman Center, 501 Crescent St., New Haven. Doors open at 5 p.m. Author and illustrator of the , , and series. Features a visual presentation, live drawing session, trivia, and photo opportunity. Cost: $20 includes admission for one and a pre-signed copy of and a limitededition Captain Underpants hypno ring. Sponsored by R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Ready to Read!

: 9:30 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Features a story time program focused on early literacy skills through reading, play, and interaction. For ages 5 and under with caregivers; siblings welcome. Free. No registration required. For info, call 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Spanish-English Storytime

Flutter and Hum / Aleteo y Zumbido

: 10 a.m. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. Features poetry readings from the children’s book , followed by an activity. For ages 4 to 8. Registration required. For info or to register (required), call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.

From Pets to Wildlife: Be Kind to Animals

: 1 to 3 p.m.

The Greater New Haven Cat Project Center, 1874 Middletown Ave., Northford. Hosted by The Greater New Haven Cat Project in partnership with Green Chimneys. Features a presentation by Leslie Roe, volunteer coordinator at Green Chimneys, and hands-on activities focused on fostering compassion and respect for animals, from household pets to local wildlife. Free and open to the community. Children ages 10 and older welcome with a parent or guardian. For info, contact 203-782-2287 or rise@gnhcp.org, or visit gnhcp.org.

Opening Reception:

Recent Oil Paintings by Sherry Solow: Exploring Light and Atmosphere

: 1 to 3 p.m. Clinton Art Gallery, 20 E. Main St., Clinton. Opening reception for a solo exhibition of oil paintings by New York artist Sherry Solow. Free and open to the public. For info, call 860-552-3239 or email clintonartgallery@gmail.com.

Topically Ted: Titanic and Her Sisters

: 2 to 3 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd. Philip Vitiello of the Titanic Historical Society presents the story of the Titanic and its sister ships, Olympic and Britannic. Part of the “Topically Ted” lecture series honoring Ted Mallory. For info or to register (required), visit scrantonlibrary.org/events.

Tween Dungeons and Dragons Club

Get Published on Amazon in 24 Hours

: 8 to 9 p.m. Via Zoom or Google Meet. Cost: $35. Sponsored by Shoreline Adult Education. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-5693 or visit shorelineadulted.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

Household Hazardous Waste Collection

: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clinton Public Works Garage, 117 Nod Rd., Clinton. Hosted by the Lower Connecticut River Valley Council of Governments. Features free disposal of residential household hazardous waste. Open to RiverCOG region residents only; no commercial or industrial materials accepted. For info, visit rivercog.org/hhw.

Saturday Sleuths Book Club:

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga Beautiful Ugly

10 to 11:30 a.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: by Alice Feeney. Snacks will be provided. For info or to register (required), call 203-2457365 or visit scranton.librarycalendar.com.

: 2 to 4 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave., Essex. Features a role-playing game session where participants create characters, solve problems, and explore a collaborative story. For ages 8 to 12. Free. For info or to register (required), call 860-7671560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

Bingo Bash

: 5 to 8 p.m. Swede Club, 10 Riverview Ave., Deep River. Fundraiser benefiting the Rotary Club of Deep River Scholarship and Food Sustainability Programs. Cost: $20 per person, includes four bingo cards. Tickets available online or at Landing & Main. For info, contact 860-481-9031 or deepriverrotaryct@gmail.com.

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Real Estate Transactions

BRANFORD

: Connor Eastman to Leah Frascarelli, $360,000 on March 9

4 Van Dyke Lane

5 Robin Lane : Deanna L. Daricek to Nicolette Molnar and Wyatt Sihvonen, $459,000 on March 12

19 D Stonegate Unit 19D

: Fmp Properties LLC to Dwight Waller, $340,000 on March 13

40 Elm Street

: Estate of Arthur Sagella and Frank Bonito to Shawn D C. Beckman, $341,000 on March 13

1 Hamre Lane Unit D

: Hamre Lane LLC to Noah Rattet, $170,000 on March 9

10 Island View Avenue

: Margaret Crowley to Kessler-Manning Lt and Edward Kessler, $2,500,000 on March 13

217 Jefferson Woods

: Daniel and Aubrey Verna to Katrina Consiglio, $290,000 on March 12

173 Mill Plain Road

: Thomas Abbate to Michael S. Boyle and Alla Tsipenjuk, $827,500 on March 13

EAST HAVEN

9 Birch Lane #K Charter Oak Avenue

: Brenda Dejesus to Terraceris Sewell, $205,000 on March 13

: Wanning Cheng to Cristian I R. Contreras and Digna South G. Arcentales, $345,000 on March 9

Clancy Street

: Daniele Cesarato to Katyanne Shoemaker, $411,400 on March 10

134 Janeway Drive Sadeghi and Ali Talebinejad, $458,000 on March 12

: Estate of David East Schancupp and Jason Kahn to Ida

NORTH BRANFORD

: Andrew

Roestenburg and Anne Rowlenson to Edward L. and Alexandra C. Otoole, $1,100,000 on March 9

80 Seaview Terrace Unit 7

101 Leighton Trail : Elaine

Corning to Erin Marino, $540,000 on March 13

156 Stone House Lane

: Estate of Ann West Dicicco and Linsday E. Buonomano to David K. and Jayne M. Homer, $710,000 on March 11

KILLINGWORTH

14 Ely Lane

: Lynn A. and James P. Ricci to Michael Scally and Susannah Childress-Scally, $1,250,000 on March 10

545 North Roast Meat Hill Road

:

Judith R. Brown to Evan Francis Fair, $430,000 on March 13

MADISON

: Estate of Lorna

Marshall and Lynn Behrendt to Bonnie Leavy, $340,000 on March 10

: Vincent L. Rapuano to Sean and Jacqueline Dolan, $233,000 on March 11

: Bryan Dionne to Christina Dionne, $111,407 on March 13

: Town to Scott Sherban, $142,000 on March 10

NORTH HAVEN

: Michele Morton and Renee Dematteo to Xindy Huang and Yaoming Lin, $460,000 on March 13

312 Monticello Drive Unit 312

: Estate of Lois M. Bellamy and Viola Carter to Patrick Lillis, $315,000 on March 10

74 North Main Street Unit 4

: Thomas P. Tierney to Michael A. Dodd, $120,000 on March 9

41 Piscitello Drive

: Janice A. Seeds to Haven Hunters LLC, $242,000 on March 11

18 Spice Bush Lane

: Valerie J Paul T and John M. Mckittrick to Veronica East T. Muriel, $640,000 on March 12

: Kevin S. Johnson and Erin R. Mccue to Rita I. Adkins, $275,000 on March 13 CLINTON

59 Old Post Road Unit F1

33 Laurel Road

: James D. and Michelle A. Duffy to Stephanie E. Fernandes, $1,150,000 on March 13

GUILFORD

21 Apple Way

: Estate of Patricia J. Lincoln and Mary A. Cohagan to David F. and Sally D. Howe, $561,500 on March 9

141 Durham Road

: Mandel & Stevens LLC to Bnw LLC, $135,000 on March 11

728 Durham Road

: Nancy G. Bagnoli to James P. and Lisa H. Cantey, $170,000 on March 9

: Laurie Salvati and Dianne Harding to Susan Mendillo and Kenneth Wininger, $266,667 on March 11 :

Lawrence G. Dweet to Antonio M. Gomez, $339,900 on March 9

: Real estate transactions are published using publicly available records and are matters of public record. Listings are not removed in response to general privacy requests. Removal will only be considered in cases involving a documented and credible personal safety concern. Requests may be submitted to zip06@shore publishing.com