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Neck River Elementary Ready for Sept. 1 By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer MADISON

With the snip of ceremonial scissors on Aug. 19, Madison officially marked the opening of Neck River Elementary School, a stateof-the-art facility that will welcome 650 students from pre-kindergarten through grade 5 this fall.

Town officials, education leaders, and building consultants gathered at the school’s entrance to celebrate the milestone, offer remarks, and tour the modern educational campus. First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons called the project a “very significant milestone in our town’s history,” representing the culmination of “many tenacious years of community

engagement, investigation, exploration and analysis.” She commended town officials and volunteers for their persistence in navigating financial and market challenges to bring the project to life. “Most importantly,” Lyons added, “I want See Neck River Elementary page 13

Lauren Evans is the ‘Face of Neck River’....................................2

Record Run Ben Szuhaj, center, glances at a fellow runner at the start of the Killingworth Road Race on Aug. 23. Szuhaj won the certified 4-mile race in a course-record time of 20:56. Kaila Lujambio of Coventry was the fastest female finisher at 28:38, and Cameron Hines posted the top time among Killingworth residents at 27:07. The annual race, which starts and ends at the Congregational Church in Killingworth, supports local charities.

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Regular Season Wrap-Up The Deep River Horseshoe League recently concluded its regular season, and the playoff standings are locked in................................14

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Lauren Evans: The Face of Neck River By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer

When Neck River Elementary School opens its doors for the first time on Monday, Sept. 1, one of the first people students, families, and visitors will meet is Secretary Lauren Evans—known affectionately among staff as the “Face of Neck River.” It may sound like a heavy title, but Lauren sees it as one of the more enjoyable parts of the job. “I like assisting, I like multitasking,” she says. “I like helping people and being social. I think it’s a good position.” As the school’s front-office secretary, Lauren will greet visitors, direct phone calls, and guide people where they need to go. She’s already working on memorizing the layout of the large new building—knowledge that will come in handy if, for example, a teacher calls out sick and she needs to direct a substitute to the correct classroom. Like many who toured the building during its recent ribbon

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of the Week cutting, Lauren was struck by its design and energy the first time she stepped inside. “It’s beautiful,” she says. “Everybody put so much work into it. It’s going to be a really fun place to be.” Lauren knows the Connecticut shoreline well. She grew up in Old Lyme and now lives in Westbrook. Though this is her first year working in Madison Public Schools, the town is familiar territory. She moved back to the shoreline in 2020 after living in Boston, following the birth of her son. Now, she’s surrounded by family again—her husband, son, and daughter, plus her parents, brothers, and several nieces and nephews. “I wanted my kids and my

brothers’ kids to grow up close to each other,” Lauren says. “That was a big pull for us to move here. And the shoreline is the most beautiful place, and we’re such beach people. Every minute we can, we’re at the beach and raising kids on the water.” While in Boston, she worked at a weight-loss facility where, she says, she was “the face of the company there, too.” She also brings experience from her time working at Kathleen E. Goodwin Elementary School in Old Saybrook. That blend of front-office and elementary school experience makes her a perfect fit for the Neck River front desk. In her role, she says, it’s important to be “knowledgeable about everything,” including “the way that the system works, being a calm presence, answering the phone.” “You never know what somePhoto by Aaron Rubin/The Source one on the other end is going to have a question on,” she adds. Lauren Evans is excited to become part of the Neck River Elementary See Lauren Evans page 4 School for which she will the greeting face in the main office.

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Inside Sports A Big Bluefish Weekend Ahoy! Check out Captain Morgan’s weekly fishing column............................................15 Fall Waves Approaching Check out the tide schedule for this upcoming week...................16 Soccer for the Kids The Branford Elks will be hosting a soccer shoot-out for kids ages 4 to 13 on Saturday, Sept. 6..............................................16

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“Little kids are the best. They’re funny, and the mood is so fun when you’re around them. I loved it when I was at the elementary school in Old Saybrook.” — Lauren Evans.....................2

Highlighting Freedom Trail Month The New Haven Museum is celebrating Freedom Trail Month with two events on Harriet Tubman................................31

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Lauren Evans: The Face of Neck River Continued from page 2

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“Everyone here has been super helpful getting me on my feet and answering any questions I have. So hopefully soon I’ll be able to answer any question that comes through without having to put people on hold.” Lauren sees her job as one of service and connection. “People are calling you for a reason,” she says, so giving them helpful answers right away is a responsibility she takes seriously. Working in a school—especially one filled with young students—is something she views as a major plus. “I definitely like working with kids, it’s awesome,” she says. “Little kids are the best. They’re funny, and the mood is so fun when you’re around them. I loved it when I was at the elementary school in Old Saybrook. I love walking in every day and saying ‘Hey’ to everybody and seeing what

everyone has been up to and working together as a team. I like collaborating with people and being social.” “When I saw this job listing pop up,” she adds, “I thought it would be fun to still work in a school and make new friends and traditions, and be a part of the community.” While elementary schools may not be known for their quiet, Lauren says it’s the “busyness” of the role that energizes her. From the morning chatter of arriving students to the pace of day-to-day operations, she enjoys what she calls “the buzz of the community.” “It’s the kids coming in in the morning and [being] excited to see their friends, and excited to learn.” And at the heart of that buzz, Lauren is looking forward to meeting more families and making connections throughout the new Neck River community.

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The second annual All Things Killingworth town picnic will take place Saturday, Oct. 4, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Deer Lake Outdoor Center, 101 Paper Mill Road, Killingworth. The event features live music, food trucks, vendors, a beer and wine garden, games and activities, fishing, a luminary wish walk, a raffle, and more. Admission is a freewill donation. Limited vendor spots are still available with a registration deadline of Monday, Sept. 1. For more information, visit allthingskillingworth.com.

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NOTE: Call the town clerk at 203-245-5672 Salt Meadow Park Governance Committee: or visit www.madisonct.org to learn how to 6 p.m. participate in the following meetings: Planning and Zoning Commission: 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 2 School Building HVAC Project Committee for Polson Middle School and Daniel Hand High School: 8 a.m. New Elementary School Building Committee: 5:30 p.m. Board of Education Facilities Committee: 6 p.m. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee: 6:30 p.m. Beach and Recreation Commission: 7 p.m. Board of Education: 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 3 Ad Hoc Affordable Housing Committee: 4 p.m.

KILLINGWORTH TOWN MEETINGS NOTE: Call the town clerk at 860-6631765, ext. 502, or visit www.townofkilling worth.com to learn how to participate in the following meetings:

Monday, Sept. 1 Labor Day: Town Hall closed. Ethics Committee: 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 2 RSD #17 Board of Education Policy Committee: 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 4 Parmelee Farm Committee: 7 p.m.

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Marilyn Slifka Madison Marilyn V. Slifka, 85, of Madison, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, at Connecticut Hospice. Marilyn was born on Dec. 19, 1939, in New Haven to the late Milton Eugene and Bernice Eleanor (Hoyt) Vogt. Marilyn grew up in Fair Haven and attended Wilbur Cross High School and graduated from Centenary University, formerly Centenary College for Women, in Hackettstown, N.J., Class of 1959. Marilyn settled in North Branford in her early adult life with her beloved late husband, Pasquale R. Young. She supported him while he attended Yale Law School and his many endeavors, including starting their family. Prior to becoming a mother, Marilyn worked as a secretary at the FBI New Haven field office. Marilyn also gave back to the community by participating in local politics and proudly served as the registrar of voters for North Branford for many years. During her tenure as registrar, Marilyn formed many strong friendships, enjoyed socializing at cocktail parties, played card games, and planned many summer vacations to Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and the Poconos. Besides having many friendships, Marilyn was an active bowler and participated in many bowling leagues at the former Cherry Hill Lanes in Branford. She also enjoyed her yearly visits to see the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in Flushing, N.Y., and was a fan of the New York Knicks. Later in life, she resided in Madison with her beloved second late husband, Stephen John Slifka. Marilyn enjoyed many summer cookouts at the Madison Surf Club and loved walking and play-

ing with her prized dogs, Fritzie, Conrad, and Smoltzie. She frequently visited her local coffee spots and engaged in fun conversations, providing support and helpful advice to her friends, neighbors, and all who confided in her. Marilyn was never far from chasing the latest sales at Macy’s Department Store or TJ Maxx. As Marilyn got older, she relished the simple joys of life—either having a slice of New Haven-style pizza, eating a jelly donut stick, getting her hair styled, or going to the movies. However, her utmost proudest achievement was being a forever loving and dedicated mother to her two daughters and a devoted grandmother to her granddaughter. Marilyn is survived by her loving daughters, Mary Young (Paul) Criscuolo and Elizabeth Susan Young; her beloved granddaughter, Sarah Elizabeth Criscuolo, and her fiancé, Connor Odell, all from North Branford. She was predeceased by her two younger brothers, Donald (Crystal) Vogt and Keith (Maureen) Vogt, both from Guilford. The family would like to extend a special appreciation for the extraordinary and compassionate care provided to Marilyn by her longtime doctor, Nancy Hurlburt, M.D., as well as the entire staff and volunteers at Connecticut Hospice. Family and friends visited on July 25 at Keenan Funeral Home, 330 Notch Hill Road, North Branford. Funeral services were held on July 26 at the Keenan Funeral Home, with a funeral procession and eulogy at East Lawn Cemetery, 58 River Street, East Haven. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter, 749 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405, or Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405. See Obituaries page 6

GAC Opens Registration for Fall Adult and Youth Programs Registration is now open for fall classes and workshops for youth and adults at the Guilford Art Center (GAC). Class types are blacksmithing, ceramics, drawing, fiber, glass, metals, painting, printmaking, weaving, and other special interests. For more information, contact the Guilford Art Center at 203-453-5947 or info@guilfordartcenter.org, or visit guilfordartcenter.org.

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On April 29, 2025, Ian Maxwell Roth, a longtime resident of Madison, and most recently, Bybee, Tenn., passed away at the age of 33. He left us far too soon. He is survived by his wife, Katherine L. (Katie) Sorell, the love of his life, formerly of Greenwich and recently of Bybee, Tenn.; his parents, John D. "Jack" and Judith Ann B. "Judy" Roth of Madison; his brother and sisterin-law, John D. "Jack" Roth Jr. and Amy E. Roth; and niece, Margot Ann Roth of New Haven; and his numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, of whom he adored. He also leaves behind his beloved dogs, Boudicca and Lucy, and cherished cat, Lola. Ian was born Oct. 7, 1991, in Stamford. He grew up in Madison, attended Daniel Hand High School and graduated from Quinnipiac University with a B.A. in accounting, magna cum laude in 2016. That same year he was named a Beta Gamma Sigma inductee. He held positions at Federici Brands, PWC, Interactive Brokers and, most recently, as information protection senior man-

ager for The Cigna Group, where he won a company-wide management award. He will be remembered for his intelligence, quick wit, infectious laugh and enthusiasm. He and Katie loved cooking and enjoying good food together, traveling, amusement parks and, of course, whiskey. He was always dabbling in something creative: candle making, blacksmithing, jewelry making, brewing and distilling, just to name a few. He had a passion for learning and enjoyed sharing his wealth of knowledge with others in the hope of finding ways to improve the world, himself and those around him. We mourn the loss of Ian but celebrate the joy and laughter he brought to our lives. He will be missed more than we can express but will forever live in our hearts. A private memorial service was held June 12, 2025, at Chamard Vineyards in Clinton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: supporting.afsp.org/campaigns/Ian-M-Roth-Memorial-Fund or the Autistic Self Advocacy Network: gofund.me/97ffd3e0. See Obituaries page 9

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Alfred Esposito Madison Alfred L. Esposito, age 85, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Aug. 14, 2025, after a long illness. Alfred was born on April 5, 1940, the son of Alfred L. Esposito and Marie P. Esposito. He grew up in New Haven. Alfred graduated from Notre Dame High School in West Haven in 1958. He went on to pursue a career as an educator, graduating from Southern Connecticut State College, earning his Bachelor of Science degree in education. He later completed his master’s degree in education and earned a Sixth-Year certificate in student services (counseling). In 1963, Alfred married the love of

his life, Marlene Costanzo Esposito. During their nearly 62 years of marriage, Alfred and Marlene lived in Clinton, where they raised their family. Mr. Esposito’s career in education spanned 35 years. In the early years, he taught elementary school in North Branford and Killingworth. He was a school counselor at East Lyme Middle School and Lyme-Old Lyme High School. Mr. Esposito created a workstudy program for inner-city teens with a daily reading requirement to work. He piloted this program with the New Haven Redevelopment Agency, which he supervised in the summers. He led parent workshops for parenting skills, sibling rivalry, and communication skills. He was an active leader in the Shoreline school counselors’ professional organization. Alfred was a kind person with a great

sense of humor. He enjoyed cooking dinners for his family, taking road trips with Marlene, and tending to his gardens. He will be missed forever. Alfred is survived by his wife, Marlene; his children, Katherine Pothin (Timothy), Glen Esposito, and Brian Esposito; his brother, Robert Esposito; eleven grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Anthony Esposito. A memorial Mass to celebrate Alfred’s life will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, at St. Margaret’s Church in Madison. Interment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Clinton. Arrangements in care of the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church Street, Guilford. To share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.guilfordfuneralhome.com. See Obituaries page 10

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Susan Dressel Madison Susan Dressel, 86, of Madison, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, surrounded by her family. Susan spent her formative years in Clinton, N.Y., where she met and married the love of her life, Thomas Patrick Dressel, who predeceased her in 2012. Tom and Susan were married for 55 years. Susan, a born creative, led a very successful professional life as the owner of The Naples Lamp Shop in Naples, Fla., but her most important accomplishments were her children, grandchildren, and great-grandson. Susan was a loving mother to her four children: Jennifer Leslie (Michael), Naples, Fla.; Peter Dressel (Katie), Channahon, Ill.; Gretchen Matkin (Ryan), Madison; and Gregory Dressel (Jennifer). Susan’s 10 precious grandchildren will forever remember their grandmother’s engaging and positive spirit

that lifted a room with joy and celebration: Patrick, Connor (predeceased), Meaghan, Maitland, Sarah, Zachary, Kyra, Caroline, Malachi, Rebekah, and Thomas. Susan was lucky enough to meet her great-grandson, Morgan, during her 85th birthday celebration, which brought her so much happiness. Susan will be truly missed by her sisters, Christine Wiltsie and Diane (Bob) Smith; and brothers, Mark Wiltsie (Kathy) and Peter Wiltsie (predeceased), (Suzanne). In Susan’s retirement, her curious mind and love of learning entrenched her in many groups along the Shoreline where she created many friendships which she valued immensely. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at St. Andrew’s Church in Madison. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Middlesex Health Hospice, which was so empathic and kind during the last weeks of her life: www.middlesexhealth.org/donate/hospice-donationform.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Marilyn V. Slifka (25-0259) The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 14, 2025, 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. Priscilla H. Geer, Clerk The fiduciary is: Elizabeth Susan Young c/o SCOTT DAVID ROSENBERG, LAW OFFICE OF SCOTT D. ROSENBERG, 677 STATE ST, NEW HAVEN, CT 06511

NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Maria B. Romanik (25-0247) The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 14, 2025, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk The fiduciary is: Robert Romanik

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF William P Burks, AKA William Parnelle Burks (25- 0254) The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 14, 2025, 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.

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MADISON INLAND WETLANDS AND WATERCOURSES AGENCY The Madison Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agent approved per Section 13 of the Regulations the following application on August 20, 2025: 25-36. 60 Milano Pond Drive, Map: 113, Lot: 70, Zone: RU-1; Owner/Applicant: Jay Bicknell; Regulated Activity

LEGAL NOTICE MADISON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Madison, CT Notice is hereby given that the Board will hold a public hearing(s) on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room ‘A”, Town Campus, 8 Campus Drive, Madison CT 06443. This is a hybrid meeting and attendees may also join via Zoom webinar through either the webinar link or call-in information below. www.zoom.us Webinar ID: 920 0270 2103 Password: 388818 Or Call-in: 1 646 558 8656

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Jennifer Jean Corcoran (25-0242) The Hon. Peter C. Barrett, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Madison - Guilford Probate Court, by decree dated August 12, 2025, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the address below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim. Nicole Malerba, Assistant Clerk The fiduciary is: Chris Corcoran, 59 Randi Drive, Madison, CT 06443

The following application(s) will be heard: 25-05. 14 Waterbury Avenue; Map: 29, Lot: 82, Zone: R-4; Owner: Melinda Brown, Applicant: Gulick & Co.; Variance request to Sec. 3.8(b) to allow 1,802sf of building coverage for an addition where a maximum of 1,600sf is allowed; and Sec. 3.6(b) to allow a 17ft open porch setback where a minimum of 20ft is required. Application includes a Coastal Site Plan. Copies of these applications are available for inspection in the Land Use Office. Further details on how to participate in the webinar are posted on the Town of Madison website, www.madisonct.org. All written correspondence can be submitted to the Land Use Department via email to landuse@madisonct.org.

Legal Notice Town of Madison Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes Section 47a-42, the possessions and personal effects of the following person(s) will be offered for sale at a public auction to be held at the Town of Madison Department of Public Works Brush & Leaf Disposal Facility located at 261-299 Ridge Road, Madison, Connecticut on September 4th, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

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Neck River Elementary Ready for Sept. 1 Continued from page 1 to thank the Madison residents and taxpayers who recognized through the referendum vote the great need and obligation we have to continue to invest in our youngest residents, just as previous generations built and supported so many of our school buildings... It’s now our turn to open up this beautiful facility today and make our long-term commitment to Madison’s very bright future.” Board of Education Chair Seth Klaskin expressed his enthusiasm for the new school and its role in Madison’s broader school facilities renewal plan—efforts he said “have been passions of mine for years.” “It’s both gratifying and surreal to see them come to life,” he said. Klaskin thanked town officials for their support in creating “the next generation of educational excellence,” and recognized state legislators Sen. Christine Cohen and Rep. John-Michael Parker—both in attendance—for their help securing reimbursement funding for the project. “At the end of the day, this project says we care,” Klaskin said. “We care about our students, our educators, and our community’s future. We’ve invested in modern, safe, energy-efficient, and educationally appropriate schools, because that’s the Madison way.” Sen. Cohen called the project a “promise to everybody’s future.” Rep. Parker, a graduate of Madison Public Schools and father of future Neck River students, said the school has personal meaning. “The thought of having my children come to this school down the street is what’s making me feel just at awe about the commitment that the folks that made this building... what that commitment has done for our community,” said Parker. Also speaking at the ceremony was Nick Conti, executive with the construction management firm overseeing the build. He credited the town’s New Elementary School Building Committee—particularly its chair, Graham Curtis—for making the

project a reality through countless hours of volunteer work. Designed with sustainability and comfort in mind, the building supports 35 classrooms and can accommodate about 750 people during the school day. Peter Anderson, director of facilities for Madison Public Schools, said the heating and cooling systems are powered by geothermal energy. “Since it’s capturing its energy from the ground, the only thing that it recognizes is 54 degrees,” Anderson said, referring to the steady groundwater temperature the system draws from. “The heating system never recognizes a day where the temperature is above or below 54 degrees.” This allows the building’s internal temperature to remain consistent regardless of outdoor conditions. Additional features include air sealing systems to reduce energy loss and tile walls, which Anderson said are cleaner and more durable than traditional concrete. Anderson also highlighted automation: “Every single classroom has the ability to control temperature within a design set point that I’m going to give the building,” he said. “I can globally set from my office, but the staff members in each and every room have the ability to fluctuate that temperature within a four-degree margin. By doing that, it keeps the whole building very well balanced.” Neck River Elementary will open its doors to students on the first day of school, Monday, Sept. 1, for the 2025–26 academic year. Principal Becky Frost and Assistant Principal Sherry Farmer expressed their excitement about the opening. “To the whole town of Madison, thank you for your support and hard work to make this magic happen,” they told The Source. “We promise to take care of the building and the special people that will call this place home. We look forward to continuing to build on Madison’s excellent reputation for its schools and the education we provide our children. It is a job we do not take lightly.”

The Occasional Coffee House North Madison Congregational Church continues with its event series, The Occasional Coffee House, on Friday, Aug. 28, at 7 p.m. The event features singer-songwriter Andrew Pauls and includes live music, coffee, and a relaxed evening with friends. Sponsored by Shoreline Pastoral Counseling, the event takes place at the church, 1271 Durham Road. Tickets cost $20 and are available online or at the door. Space is limited. For more information or tickets, visit northmadisoncc.org/occasionalcoffeehouse.

SSILL Opens Fall 2025 Programs The Schiller Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL) has opened registration for its fall programs online at ssill.org. Opening day is Tuesday, Sept. 9. The annual membership fee is $35 covering September through June, with benefits that include single talks costing $3 and classes that meet more than once costing $5. SSILL was initiated by Paula Schiller with the purpose to provide area adults with meaningful and educational programs while fostering a sense of community. SSILL is run by an unpaid slate of officers with an advisory board and several committees and welcomes anyone looking to volunteer. It is affiliated with the Road Scholar Network and sponsored by the Guilford Parks, Recreation, and Seniors and the Madison Senior Services. For more information or to join SSILL, call 203-453-8086 or visit ssill.org.

Donations Needed for Annual Book Sale The Killingworth Library welcomes gently used donations of hardcover books and paperbacks, fiction and nonfiction, large print, children's books, puzzles, games, DVDs, and CDs for its annual book sale, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Materials must be in good marketable condition—no mold, tears, chews, and with only minimal underlining, if at all. Textbooks and encyclopedias are not needed. Donations will be accepted through Saturday, Sept. 6, to allow time for sorting and organization. Donations may be brought to the circulation desk at the Killingworth Library, 301 Route 81, during library hours. For more information, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

A Salute to Heroes The Exchange Club of Madison will be hosting Madison Salutes Our Heroes on the Madison Town Green featuring the display of 300 flags, each measuring 3 feet by 5 feet on 8-foot poles. The flags will be arranged in rows, allowing people to walk among them and view the names and dedications represented by each flag. The dedicated flags will be displayed from Saturday, Aug. 30, through Saturday, Sept. 13. The event is a reverent tribute to those who dedicated their lives in the service of others—victims of the terrorist attacks on 9/11, veterans, current military personnel, first responders, and K-9 heroes. A dedication event will take place Aug. 30 at 5 p.m. Flags are available for purchase in dedication to a hero for $40; canine flags cost $60. For more information or to purchase a flag online, visit madisonexchange.org/flags.

Strategies for Managing Life Transitions Women & Family Life Center (W&FLC), 96 Fair Street, Guilford, announces it will hold an eight-session support group called “Strategies for Managing Life Transitions” on Mondays beginning Sept. 8. The sessions are facilitated by Margo Merin, a certified practitioner in meditation and mindfulness, as well as grief and bereavement counseling. Services at the W&FLC are available at no charge to residents of Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Durham, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, North Branford, North Haven, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. For more information or to register (required), contact 203-458-6699 or programs@womenandfamilylife.org.

AAUW Shoreline Opens 2025 Fall Scholarship Award The AAUW Shoreline Branch welcomes applications for the 2025 fall scholarship award. Women of all ages may apply. Applicants must have completed at least 60 credits of study at an accredited college or university by the time the scholarship is awarded and must have a GPA of at least 3.0. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time or part-time. They must be residents of the Connecticut Shoreline (Branford, North Branford, Guilford, Madison, Clinton, Killingworth, or Westbrook) and cannot be related to an AAUW Shoreline Branch member. Scholarships are based on a student's financial need, academic performance, and personal qualifications. Completed applications must be received by Wednesday, Oct. 15. For more information or an application, email AAUW at pellegriniusa@gmail.com.

THE SOURCE • AUGUST 28, 2025 • SPORTS

SDeep ports River Horseshoe League Wraps up Regular Season

The Source Valley Courier Thursday, August 28, 2025

By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

The temperature was hot, the humidity was high, and the pits were dry as Week 17’s games closed the chapter on the Deep River Horseshoe League’s 17th season. As the season’s last week came to a close, the Cards defeated the Cubs and were crowned the league champions, the Marlins swept the Pirates and won all games by double-digits, the Red Sox moved up in the standings with a 5-1 win over the White Sox, Jeremy Davis and Paul Noel led the Dodgers to a 5-1 win over the Diamondbacks, and the Reds cruised past the Orioles 5-1. The playoff teams are set. All of the teams making the playoffs have been in the top eight of the standings since Week Eight. Cards’ Kris Toohey started game one with six straight ringers, but Cubs’ Cody Layton was determined to not let Toohey outscore his team. Going into the 10th box, Layton led Toohey 2221, but Toohey outscored him 133. However, Cubs’ Paul Chrystal’s one point in the last box plus their handicap gave the Cubs the win. In game two, the Cubs held the lead for the first half of the game, but Toohey had three straight doubles to take the lead. The Cubs fought back but came up one point short. The Cards won the next two games. In game five, Toohey only had one box where he did not have a ringer on his way to a game high 44 points. Layton and Warren Bellows combined for 60 points to earn the Cubs the win. In game six, the lead went back and forth between the teams until Bellows’s double in the 11th box gave the Cubs a three-point lead, but the Cards used their handicap for another one-point win. The Cards won 4-2 and are the No.1 seed in the playoffs, while the Cubs fell to eighth in the standings and the No. 8 seed. The teams will meet again in round one of the playoffs. Too-

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Pictured are the Deep River Horseshoe League champions in Tanner Steeves, Kris Toohey, and Gary Stevens.

hey was the top scorer for the night with a 145-point series. The Pirates and Marlins are the No. 2 and No. 3 top scoring teams in the league, so this figured to be a high scoring match. However, Skip Robinson’s Pirates must have picked up whatever had affected the Rangers last week. The Pirates scored 223 points (67 points below their average), 38 ringers were 20 below their average, and they

only managed two doubles. For the third time in four weeks, the Marlins scored over 300 points. They scored 332 points, 77 ringers, and 11 doubles. They are the first team this season to win all 12 head-to-head matches, to win all their games by doubledigits, and have all players top the century mark. The Marlins had the night’s top scorers in the “B” and “C” division - Dennis Allen’s 122-point series topped

the “B” division, and Mike Beckwith’s 94-point series topped the “C” division score. The Marlins are the No. 6 seed, and the Pirates are the No. 5 seed. In Week 14, Bill Beckwith’s Red Sox were in eighth place. Their drive to make the playoffs has been sparked by Gerry Hines, whose 80-point series during this run is 20 points above his average. The Red Sox won the first four games. White Sox’s Brian

Walsh matched Beckwith’s 33 points in game one, and they needed Hines’s 20 points for the win. In game two, White Sox’s Brady Miller matched Beckwith’s 31 points, and this time, the Red Sox needed Anthony Malerba’s 21 points for the win. Despite all players struggling to score in double figures in game three, the Red Sox managed to win. Beckwith See Deep River page 16

SPORTS • THE SOURCE • AUGUST 28, 2025

Big Win for New York Caps off a Bluefish Weekend Fishing report From a Category 4 to a tropical storm and finally out to sea, leaving in its wake leftover winds, Erin departed, causing fishers targeting bluefish to wonder. Whether tournament bound or hooking into a bluefish for the fun of it, the one fish that exemplifies perseverance is the relentless, tenacious bluefish, or Pomatomus saltatrix. No matter where they are found throughout the world, their reputation as fierce, determined fighters follows them. For whatever the reason, anglers have a love affair with striped bass. In our area, linesiders have a long history, going way back to colonial times. They are survivors that have struggled to survive over the years and are a hardy, extremely adaptable fish. But for a bluefish, it is the fight that draws in anglers. For its size, pound-for-pound, bluefish destroy more tackle, while fishers circle the wagons around raging feeding blitzes. It is what goes on below the surface that can be the start of a seemingly long session of pumping and stripping a hooked, weighty chopper. It then breaks the surface into famous acrobatics before sounding again. Talk about an adrenaline rush! The price for admission for this past weekend’s show was a ticket to the tournament. Although many fishers opted for local club tournaments, the $25,000 one did draw contenders despite the lingering threat of Erin’s path of influence. After the rain and wind subsided, two days of fishing, and, at the final bell, the unofficial results (pending validation) for the WICC Bluefish Tournament are: First Place $25,000, Zac Auer, NY (17.78); Second Place $7,500, Steven Divinetz, CT (17.16); Third Place $2.500, Rich DeFoe, CT (17.02); 20th Place $100, Andrew Ingargiola, NY (14.23); First Place (Under 18) $1,000, Colton Johnson, CT (14.48). All in all, it was a nail-biting finish fraught with confusion over The Race now being included, the change in the eastern boundary extending into Block Island Sound, and the tournament rule stating near Orient Point. Plum Gut and The Race are two dis-

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tinct passages into Long Island Sound. Unfortunately, the door has been opened for challenges. It would be a good idea to alter course, rethink the western boundary, and return to Collision Regulations (COLREGS) as the only boundary for future tournaments. At tournament’s end, the Leaderboard showed CT topping NY by CT (15)/NY (5). Kudos to Zac (NY) for capturing the top prize, and congratulations to all the ultimate winners! b

On The Water High pressure remained in control prior to Erin creeping up the coast before shifting to offshore and weakening. As it curved to the east, a weak frontal system approached as it passed well to the southeast, spinning off indirect impacts affecting the shoreline. High pressure returned followed by another cold front that approached from the west. Winds gusted to 30 knots with offshore waves occasionally reaching 20 feet, while in Long Island Sound, waves reached five feet or better before subsiding to around a foot. A period of rain and thunderstorms gave Connecticut a much needed bath, while the Sound’s water temperatures held to the mid-70s. Fishers held their plans in abeyance until weather and water conditions played out before any recreational or competitive fishing decisions were finalized. Were baitfish and the seasonal fisheries going to hold ground, gravitate to the Sound, or seek the cover of deeper offshore water to avoid collisions with Erin’s effects? No doubt, those committed to fishing had to seek out the schools of fish once their normal spots had been tried. Leading up to Erin, fishing proceeded normally for the end of August, with the exceptions being the air and water condition/temperature fluctuations sometimes the air swinging as much as 20 degrees or more within a day. Fortunately for the

fishery, average marine temperatures fluctuated only by a few degrees - lower tidal rivers slightly more. Since the bottom fishery is generally a hardy bunch, a difference in activity was hardly perceptible. What did make an impact was the increase in dogfish, sand sharks, stingrays, and skate schools prowling the sea bottom for food. Noticeably, more of these species were caught over this past week from shore as well as by boat fishers. Sizes were all over the spectrum from fun catches to fishers that got towed around, and a few that either lost gear or had reels burn out, as some of the bigger fish could not be stopped even with 4/0 Senator-class reels or heavier using 65-pound braid. Good blackfish continue to be caught as their summer season winds down. From the jetties to the rock piles, these bulldogs of the sea have been putting up a show, although they have laid back and sought protective cover on windy tides. Anglers’ main competition have been harbor seals! Porgy remain a mainstay and a popular seasonal fish to catch. Squid, seaworms, and scented strip baits are catching the most scup, however, their competition of late has been aggressive spot croaker. Both are good eats and put up a fuss on light setups. Fluke at 19.5” remain a challenge due to the number of shorts being attracted. When setting up a drift on a vessel, large baits, when fished with a scented teaser rigged above, has been the added touch to get a mini-doormat to make a move. Land-based enhancement areas are not as much of an issue since the size limit there is 17”. If the weather holds, most effort will be focused on bluefish. It is tournament time! Bigger choppers have been staged and are feeding further east with schools of smaller fish caught within sight of Faulkner’s Island. They have been in channels, deep drop-offs, and moving water, as baitfish have been pushed in and drawn out of the shallows. Somewhere between diamond jigging, trolling, and chunking, a ranking bluefish will be caught. Weakfish, in all probability, will continue to

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The unofficial WICC-winning bluefish caught on the first day of the tournament by Zac Auer of NY weighed in at a respectable 17.78 pounds.

be caught in the mix as they recently have been. If it is striped bass that has caught your attention, then be prepared for a mix of sizes that you will have to chase as schools of baitfish (small bunker to peanuts) keep moving. Cow bass and smaller can be caught/released on live eels, chunks, and some topwaters. Parachute rigs and Mojos for deep water have been productive as well as the ever-popular diamond jig. Pre-storm influence sharpened up feeding - though, intermittently. Lower tidal rivers have had their moments both with light gear and fly rods. Three notable prongs of inland freshwater fishing lately are the basses, panfish, and catfish. There are plenty more, but for August, this trio captures much of the action. Except for a few rainy spells, blue crabbing has been over the top - more than enough for a family backyard crab fest - including softies. Good results from hand lining, scooping, and trapping continues. Clammers have also had a good stretch of decent tides

and weather, for now. Note: Email us pics of your catches to share with our USA and International fishing friends who keep up with the latest fishing news and frequent social media. For all things fishy, including the latest gear, flies/fly fishing, rods/reels, clam/crabbing supplies, fishing trips, 2025 licenses/permits, and much more, swing by the shop located at 21 Boston Post Road, Madison, or call 203-245-8665 for updated summer hours. Until next time from your Connecticut shoreline’s full-service fishing outfitter, Authorized Penn Premium Dealer, and promoter of the Daiwa Tournament Program, where we don’t make the fisherman, we make the fisherman better. Tight Lines, Captain Morgan captainmorganusa@ hotmail.com captainmorganfish.blogspot.com X (formerly twitter) @captmorgan_usa

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Deep River Horseshoe League Continued from page 14

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The Branford Elks will be hosting a soccer shoot-out on Saturday, Sept. 6 at Hammer Field.

Branford Elks to Host Soccer Shoot-out for Kids By Gabby Maljanian Sports Editor

Join the Branford Elks for a soccer shoot-out on Saturday, Sept. 6 at Hammer Field. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon and is for players ages 4 to 13. As a free admission event, the shoot-out

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The first week back at school can make even the most organized households feel like they’re running late. Between early alarms, after-school activities, and rising grocery costs, packing a healthy lunch every day may feel overwhelming. The good news? Experts say keeping kids fueled doesn’t require chef skills or expensive ingredients — just a few smart strategies. b

Safety First: Keep Lunches Out of the “Danger Zone” When it comes to lunch, food safety is just as important as nutrition. UConn Extension notes that bacteria grow rapidly between 40 and 140 degrees — the “danger zone” — and perishable foods shouldn’t stay there for more than two hours, or just one hour if it’s 90 degrees or hotter. Experts recommend refrigerating food before packing, using insulated carriers, and freezing a yogurt or water bottle overnight so it keeps everything cool until lunch.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate guidance suggests filling half a lunchbox with fruits and vegetables, and dividing the other half between grains and protein, with room for dairy or fortified soy alternatives. Combining food groups makes snacks more satisfying, like pairing apple slices with nut butter, or whole-grain crackers with turkey and avocado. Colorful, crunchy vegetables also make a big impact. Broccoli, carrots, or zucchini sticks become more appealing when served with hummus, guacamole, or yogurt dip.

“Healthy snacks don’t have to be complicated,” said Stacy Chandna, MS, CIP, with Connecticut Children’s. She suggests easy pairings such as fruit with cheese, raw veggies with hummus, or a simple yogurt parfait. Prepping ahead — slicing vegetables, portioning dips, or boiling eggs for the week — can reduce the morning scramble, she added. Beth Chatfield, MS, RD, a registered dietitian at Connecticut Children’s, emphasized keeping food both safe and fun. “An ice pack or a frozen water bottle keeps food cold and safe — and gives kids a slushy drink by lunchtime,” she said. Chatfield also recommends thinking outside the box: cold pasta salad with lean protein and veggies, wraps with chicken Caesar or lean turkey, fruit and cheese plates with whole-grain crackers, muffins baked ahead and frozen for easy grab-and-go, and even leftover fried rice, packed cold, as a satisfying change. “Kids like to dunk,” Chatfield added. “Including healthy dips with vegetables or finger foods keeps lunch interesting.”

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The Takeaway Back-to-school doesn’t have to mean back to chaos. With simple prep steps, safe packing strategies, and a little creativity, families can send kids to class with lunches that are balanced, affordable, and even fun. And for those who qualify, school meal programs ensure every child has access to healthy food — a vital piece of helping students learn and thrive.

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Department of Agriculture’s income guidelines, which are adopted by the Connecticut State Department of Education for the 2025-’26 school year. For example, a family of four with an annual income of $41,795 b or less qualifies for free meals, Free and Reduced-Price and families of four earning up to School Meals $59,478 qualify for reduced-price Families across Connecticut meals. Applications are confidential may qualify for free or reducedprice school meals under the U.S. and can be submitted any time

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HURSDAY, AUG. 28 Music Together Demo Class: Two sessions: 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Atwater Memorial Library Community Room, 1720 Foxon Rd., North Branford. For babies, toddlers, and big kids, with their caregivers. For info or to register, call 203-315-6020 or visit northbranford.librarycalendar.com.

Meet the Cast of Stand Up and Speak Out (SUSO): 6 to 8 p.m. Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance (BACA) Gallery, 1004 Main St. In partnership with the Legacy Theater. Features guests from the Bully Prevention Production. Includes a silent auction, refreshments, sneak peaks of songs from the musical, and time to meet the cast. Cost: $20 admission, free for those with a SUSO ticket at the Legacy Theater. Proceeds benefit the arts. For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org.

Night of Comedy in Support of Acton Public Library: 7 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. A VIP pre-show cocktail party takes place at 6 p.m. for VIP ticket holders only. Proceeds benefit the Acton Public Library’s upcoming renewal proKate Classic Film: Long Day’s Journey Into Night: 1 p.m. ject. The renovations will focus on the teen space, the The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., children's office and work area, reconfigured staff spaces, Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or expanded meeting rooms and gathering Spaces, visit thekate.org. improved outdoor programming areas and patios, and revitalized library collections and services. For info or How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos with tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. Organizational Psychologist Tasha Eurich: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World The Occasional Coffee House: Singer-Songwriter of Constant Chaos (And Why Resilience Alone Isn’t Enough). Andrew Pauls: 7 p.m. North Madison Congregational Hosted by the Chester Public Library through a partnerChurch, 1271 Durham Rd. Features live music, coffee, and ship with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to a relaxed evening with friends. Tickets: $20, available register (required), visit libraryc.org/chesterctlibrary. online or at the door. Space is limited. For info or tickets, How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos with Organizational Psychologist Tasha Eurich: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And Why Resilience Alone Isn’t Enough). Hosted by the Essex Library through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit libraryc.org/essexlib.

call 203-421-3241 or visit northmadisoncc.org/occasional-coffeehouse. Outdoor Summer Concert Series: 7 to 8 p.m. Guilford Free Library Patio, 67 Park St. Music by Take Two and Call Me in the Morning. Seats are available but may be limited. Bring your own chairs. In the event of rain, the concert will be moved to the meeting room. Free. For info or to register (required), call 203-453-8282 or visit guilfordfreelibrary.org.

Rotary Community Supper: 5 p.m. St. John's Episcopal Church, 3 Trumbull Pl., North Haven. Hosted by the North Haven Rotary Club. Cost: $5 minimum donation. For info or to make a reservation, call 203-410-7148. Summer Concert Series 2025: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Westbrook Town Green. Music by Shoreline Connection. Free. Bring a blanket, chairs, and a picnic. No alcohol. No pets. Presented by the Westbrook Recreation Board. For info, visit the summer concert 2025 link at westbrookrec.com/info/activities. Concert by Ted Vigil (Tribute to John Denver): 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

FRIDAY, AUG. 29 THROUGH MONDAY, SEPT. 1 113th Haddam Neck Fair: Friday, 3 to 11 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Monday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Haddam Neck Fairgrounds, 26 Quarry Hill Rd. Features rides, food, exhibits, concessions, displays, tractor parade, truck pull, pony pull, live music, karaoke, children’s contests, and more. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 seniors/military, $35 general weekend pass, $30 seniors/military weekend pass, free for children under 12. For info or tickets, visit haddamneckfair.com.

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Perennial Plant and Shrub Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. United Methodist Church (UMC), 811 E. Main St., Branford. Features flowers, shrubs, tall grasses, and more. Propagated by UMC Branford congregation member Ruby Lawrence. How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos with Prices range from $10 to $55. For info, call the church at Organizational Psychologist Tasha Eurich: 2 p.m. 2025 Grassy Strip Music Series: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Madison 203-488-0549, Ruby at 203-494-6911, or Cindy at 203Online event. Book: Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. Music by Jake Kulak and the 843-4207. of Constant Chaos (And Why Resilience Alone Isn’t Enough). Modern Vandals. Free and open to the public. The show Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnstarts with the Pledge of Allegiance; music begins at 7:30 Wool Spinning Demonstration: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or p.m. Food and beverages will be available for sale on the The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd. For info, visit dudleyto register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries. lawn. Bring chairs and blankets. For info, visit madisonfarm.com/events. beachhotelevents.com/hotel/hotel-happenings. Thursdays on the Dock Series: Not Sorry: 5:30 to Waffle & Friends: A Puppet Palooza: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. 7:15 p.m. Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Bring a blanket or chair. Free but donations can be Part of the Legacy Theatre 2025 Family Series. Tickets: FRIDAY, AUG. 29 placed in a hat that is passed around. No BYOB. Food, $25. Service fees apply. For info or tickets, contact the Book-to-Screen Movie Matinee: 1 p.m. Essex Library, 33 Legacy Theatre at 203-315-1901 or Info@LegacyThebeer, and wine are available for purchase. For info, visit West Ave. For info, including the movie title, call the ctrivermuseum.org/events. atreCT.org, or visit legacytheatrect.org. library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org. Author Event: Sam Tanenhaus in Conversation with Jill Abramson: 6 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Book: Buckley: The Life and the Revolution that Changed America. For info or to register See page 26 (required), call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

26 Continued from page 25 Sunflower Painting Demonstration: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Presented by artist Brendan Loughlin. Hosted by Madison Art Society. To RSVP, email Marianne@RTDTECH.com. For info, visit madisonartsocietyct.org/events. Ace BBQ Party: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Page Hardware and Appliance Co., 9 Boston St., Guilford. Open to all. For info, call 203-453-5267.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • THE SOURCE • LIVING 2025 Summer Concert Series: 6 to 8 p.m. Madison Town Green. Music by Take Two and Call Me in the Morning. Free. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic. No alcohol. Sponsored by Madison Beach and Recreation. For info, visit madisonct.org/710/Summer-Concerts. Community Vigil and Resource Fair: 6 to 8 p.m. Westbrook Town Green. Hosted by the Westbrook Youth and Family Services in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day. Funded by the Westbrook Foundation. Free medication lockboxes will be available, and free resources will offered by Alateen, the Brian Dagle Foundation, and Middlesex Health. For info, call 860-399-9239 or 860-399-7529.

Sweet Saturday Nights: Braiden Sunshine: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Tickets: $15. Service fees apply. Refreshments are availConcert by The Lightfoot Band: 7 p.m. The Katharine able for purchase. For info or tickets, visit musicnowfoun- Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saydation.org/events. brook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. Al Stewart: The Farewell Tour with The Empty Pockets: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call MONDAY, SEPT. 1 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. 48th Faxon Law New Haven Road Race: 6:45 a.m. New Haven Green. Features the USATF 20K National Championship, half marathon, 5K, half marathon relay, and a kids SUNDAY, AUG. 31 fun run. Registration and packet pick-up start at 6:45 Botanical Exploration of New Acquisition, Westwoods a.m.; the kids run at 8:10 a.m.; the 20K, half marathon, West: 9 to 11 a.m. Meet at the trailhead across from Lan- and 5K races at 8:30 a.m. A post-race party takes place from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $85 for the half marathon relay, don’s Way on Moose Hill Road, Guilford. Led by Guilford $75 for the half marathon, $75 for the 20K, $35 for the 5K, native and author Lauren Brown and Connecticut Agri$10 for the kids run, $30 for the virtual race (5K, 20K, or cultural Experiment Station ecologist Scott Williams. half marathon), and $12 for the kids virtual race. Service Dress for dense vegetation, occasional steep rocky terrain, and the possibility of ankle-deep wet spots. For info, fees apply. For info or to register, visit newhavenroadrace.org. text 203-804-6134 or visit guilfordlandtrust.org. Pop-Up Narcan Training: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tri-town Youth Services Bureau, 56 High St., Deep River. Part of International Overdose Awareness Day activities. Features a 20-minute hands-on training on how to recognize an opioid overdose and administer Narcan. For ages 16 and up. A form is required for any participant under the age of 18. Narcan kits are provided. Registration is not complete until a 20-minute time slot is selected online. For info or to register, visit ttysb.org/events. Swallow Cruise: 4:30 to 8 p.m. Departure from Essex Steam Train Station, 1 Railroad Ave. Hosted by the Connecticut Audubon Society. Features an avian treat when thousands of tree swallows settle in at sunset on the lower Connecticut River during their fall migration. Food, a full bar, and restrooms are onboard. Departure and arrival times are approximate. Cost: $55. For info, call 860-767-0660 or visit the day trips link at ctaudubon.org/ecotravel-home.

Labor Day Endless Summer Party: 3 to 6 p.m. Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. Features entertainment, live music by the Caribbean Vibe Steel Drum Band from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., and more. Food and various beverages will be available for purchase. Outside food and beverage are not permitted. Free admission. For info, visit madisonbeachhotelevents.com/hotel/hotel-happenings.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 2 Pickin’ Party: 6 to 8 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door. For info, call 860-434-1961 or visit danstevens.net.

14th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry’s Winter Encampment at Stony Mountain: 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 Civil War historian Frank Niederwerfer Essex Village Summer Walking Tour: 5 to 6:25 p.m. Meet in front of the Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main from The New England Civil War Museum. Part of the St., Essex. The tour is a little less than a mile on mostly flat Shoreline Civil War Roundtable monthly meeting. Free and open to the public. For info, contact the group’s ground. Open to the public. Admission: free for memfacilitator at 860-395-1124 or olivia.jean@sbcglobal.net, bers, $5 donation for nonmembers. To RSVP, email or visit facebook.com/shorelinecivilwarroundtable. Melissa Josefiak at mjosefiak@essexhistory.org. For info, visit essexhistory.org/events. Connecticut Goes to War: 80th Anniversary Tribute: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Presented by Phil Devlin. For info, call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Music Under the Stars Concert Series: 7 p.m. North Haven Town Green. Music by Avenue Grove. Sponsored by the North Haven Department of Recreation in partnership with the North Haven business community. Free admission. For weather updates, call the Recreation Center at 203-672-0541 after 5 p.m. For info, visit northhaven-ct.gov/government/town_departments and click on the Recreation link and Music Under the Stars.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 2 AND WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3 Concert by Majesty (Tribute to Queen): 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 3 Wednesday Paint Out 2025: 9 a.m. to noon. Florence Griswold Museum, 96 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Park at the furthest parking on the leftmost area as you drive in. Drop off your painting kits if preferred. Sponsored by the Madison Art Society (MAS). Open to all MAS members. Nonmembers are welcome to join for one or two paint outs as guests but are requested to become members to continue with other paint-out events. To RSVP for lunch at 12:30 p.m. at the Café Flo, email info@madisonartsocietyct.org. For info, visit madisonartsocietyct.org/plein-air. Met in HD Summer Encore: Rigoletto: 1 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. Shown on The Kate’s big screen. Running time: 150 minutes. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. Adult Movie Night: 6 to 8 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Bring snacks and a beverage (covered, nonalcoholic). For info, including the movie title, or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. On Writing Darkly Charming Villainous Love with Hannah Nicole Maehrer: 7 p.m. Online event. Book: Assistant to the Villain series. Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 4 The Russia-Ukraine War and Global Geopolitics: 6 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a presentation by Olena Lennon, adjunct professor of national security at the University of New Haven. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

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Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Comes to Madison Press Release from the First Congregational Church of Madison

The First Congregational Church of Madison will welcome the legendary Tommy Dorsey Orchestra for a special performance on Friday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. as part of its Music at the Meetinghouse concert series. Known as “The Sentimental Gentleman of Swing,” Tommy Dorsey was a defining figure of the Big Band era. Today, the orchestra that bears his name continues to bring the unforgettable sound of the Swing Era to audiences around the world. The concert will take place at the First Congregational Church, 26 Meetinghouse Lane in Madison. General admission is $35. Premium seating in the front two rows is available for $95, with the next four rows priced at $65. Balcony seats with limited viewing (excluding the inner perimeter) are $20. All seating is reserved. Tickets are on sale now. To select your seat and pay online, visit www.fcc madison.org or call 203-245-2739, ext. 14.

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The One and Only Tommy Dorsey Orchestra brings the timeless sound of the Big Band era to Madison on Friday, Sept. 19, as part of the Music at the Meetinghouse series at the First Congregational Church of Madison.

Continued from page 26 Shoreline Sailing Club Event: 7 p.m. Old Elks Cottage, 142 Seaside Ave., Westbrook. For active singles 35 and over. New members are welcome and sailing experience is not necessary. BYOB. Cost: free for members and firsttime guests, $10 for others. For info, visit shorelinesailingclub.com. Author Event: Amy Bloom: 7 to 8 p.m. Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library (WWML), 146 Thimble Island Rd. Branford. Book: I'll Be Right Here: A Novel. Includes a book reading, conversation, and Q&A. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For info or to register (required), call 203-488-8702 or visit wwml.org/events. Chester Fife and Drum Corps Performance: 7 to 8 p.m. Masonicare at Chester Village, 317 W. Main St. Features a rousing fife-and-drum music plus a talk about the corps' instruments and history. Rain date: Thursday, Sept. 11. For info, visit chester250.com/events. Concert by Ruben Studdard: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 5 Music Together Demo Class: Two sessions: 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Edward Smith Library, 3 Old Post Rd., Northford. For babies, toddlers, and big kids, with their caregivers. For info or to register, call 203484-0469 or visit nbranfordlibraries.org.

Opening Reception for This Side of Paradise: 4 to 7 p.m. Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison. The exhibit runs through March 2026. For info, call MHS at 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. First Friday Stroll: 5 to 8 p.m. Main Street, Chester. Hosted by the merchants of Chester. Features a stroll on Main Street that showcases new art exhibitions at galleries, seasonal menus at restaurants, and shopping specials. Includes live music by Paddy Whack at Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio and Gallery, 1 Spring St. For info, visit nilssonstudio.com. Summer Concert Series 2025: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Westbrook Town Green. Music by What It Is. Free. Bring a blanket, chairs, and a picnic. No alcohol. No pets. Presented by the Westbrook Recreation Board. For info, visit the summer concert 2025 link at westbrookrec.com/info/activities. The Creeker: 6 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. For info or tickets, contact the Legacy Theatre at 203-315-1901 or Info@LegacyTheatreCT.org, or visit legacytheatrect.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 6 Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. North Branford Congregational Church,1680 Foxon Rd. Features crafts for home decor or gift-giving. Rain or shine. For info, email nobfdcong@sbcglobal.net. What is Happening to My Beech Trees?: 11 a.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a presentation on beech leaf disease (BLD) and the response in Connecticut and the Northeast since its first appearance in 2019. Presented by Connecticut agricultural scientist Robert Marra. Co-sponsored by Essex Library and the Essex Land Trust. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org. River Tales: Two sessions: 11 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2 p.m. Connecticut River Museum (CRM), 67 Main St., Essex. For children ages 4 and up and their caregivers. Features a story, a craft activity, and more. Book: Otters Under Water by Jim Arnosky. Tickets: $3 per learner, free for members. Museum admission is not included with the ticket purchase. For info or reservations (required), call 860-767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org.

Opening Night for A Chorus Line: 8 p.m. Goodspeed Musicals, 6 Main St., East Haddam. Runs through Sunday, Open House: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Allis-Bushnell House Oct. 26. Other showtimes available. For info, call 860-873- Museum, 853 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Hosted by the Madison Historical Society. Features exhibits about the 8668 or visit goodspeed.org. USS Monitor, the first ironclad ship commissioned by the U.S. Navy; paintings by Madison-born artists Gilbert Concert by Great Balls of Fire: 8 p.m. The Katharine Munger and Clarissa Munger Badger; and the exhibit, For Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old SayMedicinal Purposes Only. Free admission but donations brook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit are welcome. For info, visit madisonhistory.org. thekate.org. See page 29

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Page Turners Tantrum by Rachel Eve Moulton Being a mother is never easy, but for Thea it is a terrifying experience. Though her two young boys are perfect, her newborn daughter is becoming disturbingly violent. Her teeth are growing sharper as she seeks to eat anything with a heartbeat. As Thea’s daughter continues to develop, so too do her own childhood memories—experiences Thea has tried to forget now seemingly devouring her whole. This horror novella delivers a story about family trauma and a loss of innocence, one that is both disturbing and immensely powerful. — Brigid O., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans A quiet novel told entirely through the exchange of letters, emails, and journal entries over the course of a decade. Retired law clerk Sybil is a voracious reader who cares deeply about those around her—not just her family, but also the authors of her favorite books (she carries on a close friendship with Joan Didion) and movies. Over time, she mentors a young neighbor boy when her relationship with her own children is strained and develops a lengthy correspondence with a customer service agent at a DNA home-testing company. All of it—the good, the bad, and the pleasantly surprising—feels so real you can’t turn away. Not a traditional page-turner, but a fabulous read. — Mel R., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

very other week, we invite local booksellers to submit suggestions for the best books on shelves now—it’s all part of our mission to keep our readers informed, up-to-date, and entertained. View previous Page Turners at www.zip06.com/pageturners.

Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter The perfect book for fans of rom-coms! For as long as Liz can remember, she’s been obsessed with romantic comedies. So when she decides she needs help getting the guy of her dreams, her annoying yet popular next-door neighbor, Wes, offers to help. But the more time they spend together, the more Liz starts to realize that maybe Wes is her perfect guy. The perfect easy read with amazing, lovable characters! — Caitlyn N., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

Love at Full Tilt by Jenny L. Howe Love at Full Tilt is an absolute delight. Lia’s ticket to independence rests on winning Fableland’s 50th anniversary scavenger hunt—without letting her worries about the fall or her growing feelings for a cute boy get in the way. It’s joyous, swoonworthy, and heartfelt. I have only good things to say about this book. — Becky M., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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Seduction Theory by Emily Adrian In this taut, provocative page-turner, two married professors betray each other—one with a physical affair and the other with an emotional transgression. Are the betrayals the same? Can their love overcome it? The bigger problem: a grad student documents it all for her thesis project. This clever novel is just what I needed to get me out of my reading rut. — Karen F., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

A Flower Traveled in My Blood by Haley Cohen Gilliland Excellently written, this is a devastating history lesson that rivals the stories we hear from the Holocaust. Simultaneously dreadful and inspirational, I gasped in horror and cried tears of joy. This group of ordinary women come together to fight against the longest of odds. Over many decades, despite roadblocks at every turn, they protested, went undercover, and partnered with an American scientist to make groundbreaking genetic discoveries, doing whatever it took to find their missing grandchildren. — Julie G., R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison

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The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau by Kristin Harmel Kristin Harmel does it again! Colette and her mother have been stealing jewels their whole lives—stealing from the rich to give to the poor. During World War II, one horrible night causes Colette to lose everything most precious to her, including a rare bracelet. Fast forward, and the bracelet resurfaces—along with the memories of that tragic day. A true page-turner you’ll wish you could experience for the first time again. — Jackie, The Griswold Inn Goods & Curiosities, Essex

Guilford Porchfest 2025: Noon to 5 p.m. Porches in downtown Guilford. Features live music with most performers who are also Guilford residents. All porches will be “donated” for the day by Guilford residents. Free and open to the public. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 7. For info, email guilfordporchfest@gmail.com or visit guilfordporchfest.com.

Grandparents Day Afternoon Tea: 2:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Features a celebration for grandparents and their grandchildren ages 3 and up with tea, snacks, and a Grandparent’s Day craft. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org.

54th Lobster Festival Fundraiser: 3 to 9 p.m. Chester Fairgrounds, 11 Kirtland Terr. All dinners are packaged to go, but Hollywood Gems: 9 to 5: 1 p.m. The the fairgrounds will be open for those Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, who wish to enjoy their meal on-site. Pick300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or up from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Picnic tables will tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit be available on the grounds but may be thekate.org. limited. Guests can bring tables and chairs. Beer and wine will be available for 92nd Anniversary of the Civilian Conpurchase, but BYOB is allowed. Also feaservation Corps (CCC): 2 p.m. at the Oak tures live music from 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets: Lodge Nature Center at the Chatfield Hol- $55 for lobster or steak, with sides of low State Park, 381 Rte. 80, Killingworth. baked potato, corn-on-the-cob, coleslaw, Feature a talk about the history of the CCC and roll. Hosted by the Chester Rotary by historian and author Marty Podskoch. Club. For info or tickets, visit chesterroSponsored by the Friends of Chatfield tary.org. Hollow. For info, visit facebook.com/friendsofchatfieldhollow.

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30 Continued from page 29 Delivering Hope: A Party with Purpose: 5 to 9 p.m. The Estuary, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook. Features dinner, drinks, dancing, a silent auction, and more. Tickets: $100. Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels. For info or tickets, visit yourestuary.org. Young Professionals Musical Bingo Night: 6 p.m. Myrcene Ale Co., 39 Ragged Rock Rd., Old Saybrook. Hosted by Next Wave, the young professionals group for the Greater Old Saybrook Chamber, and Emerging Leaders Society, the young professionals group for Middlesex United Way. Open to all ages. Tickets: $25, includes Bingo and pizza. For info or tickets, visit goschamber.com.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • THE SOURCE • LIVING a full bar, and restrooms are onboard. Departure and arrival times are approximate. Cost: $55. For info, call 860-767-0660 or visit the day trips link at ctaudubon.org/ecotravel-home. Author Event: Sam Tanenhaus: 5:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Book: Buckley: The Life and the Revolution that Changed America. Co-presented by Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit youressexlibrary.org.

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31st Annual Rotary Brent Taylor Golf Classic: 11 a.m. Fox Hopyard Golf Club, 1 Fox Hopyard Rd., East Haddam. Eighth Annual Music Festival: 6 p.m. Madison Surf Club, Sponsored by the Old Saybrook Rotary Club. Registration begins at 11 a.m.; shotgun starts at 12:30 p.m. Rain or 87 Surf Club Rd. Features music, cash bar, food catered shine. Cost: $200 per player, includes green fees, golf by Grand Apizza of Madison, and a 50-50 raffle. Hosted cart, a gift bag, awards, lunch, and a buffet dinner. Sponby Brendofest, which was founded in memory of Brensorship levels available. Proceeds benefit the Old Saydan Regan, a graduate of Daniel Hand High School who brook Rotary Club college scholarships and community passed away from lymphoma. Open to the public. service projects. For info, call Charlie Renshaw at 860Admission: $25. Proceeds benefit the mission of Brend395-0482 or Marty Drobiarz at 860-391-3539, or visit ofest to provide scholarships and outreach to those in osrotary.org/club-activities/golf-tournament. need. For info or tickets, visit Brendofest.com. Middle Eastern Dinner: Benefit Event Under the Tent: 6 p.m. North Guilford Congregational Church (NGCC), 159 Ledge Hill Rd. Features dinner catered by Sanctuary Kitchen. Tickets: $50. Proceeds benefit the NGCC general fund. For info or tickets, email Theresa Borchetta at theresauccng@gmail.com.

Books on the Menu: Noon. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. A talk with R.J. Julia President and COO Lori Fazio and Head Book Buyer Andrew Brennan on the best new books available. Tickets: $16, includes a sandwich and chips. Limited space. For info or tickets, call 203-245-3959 or visit rjjulia.com.

Sweet Saturday Nights: Roy Dunn MacLean: 7 to 9 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Tickets: $15. Service fees apply. Refreshments are available for purchase. For info or tickets, visit musicnowfoundation.org/events.

Art for All: Miniature Letter in a Bottle: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Supplies will be provided for this craft, as well as for collage-making. Suitable for adults and seniors. Space is limited. For info or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org.

Best of Boston Comedy Festival: 8 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 7 Great Glass Reception: 1 to 4 p.m. Connecticut River Artisans, 55 Main St., Essex. Features the work of glass artists Barb Richard and Peter Simoncini. Their work will be offered at 15% discount. Attendees can also meet other artisans. Refreshments served. For info, call 860767-5457 or visit ctriverartisans.org. Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel and Donna McKechnie: 2 p.m. The Legacy Theatre, 128 Thimble Islands Rd., Branford. Ticket subscriptions are available. Service fees apply. For info or tickets, contact the Legacy Theatre at 203-315-1901 or Info@LegacyTheatreCT.org, or visit legacytheatrect.org. Swallow Cruise: 4:30 to 8 p.m. Departure from Essex Steam Train Station, 1 Railroad Ave. Hosted by the Connecticut Audubon Society. Features an avian treat when thousands of tree swallows settle in at sunset on the lower Connecticut River during their fall migration. Food,

Adapt Divorce Workshop: 6 to 8 p.m. Virtual event. Facilitated by attorney and relationship coach Thea Bourke Martin. Hosted by the Women & Family Life Center, 96 Fair St., Guilford. Free to residents of Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Durham, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, Middlefield, North Branford, North Haven, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. To access services at Women & Family Life Center, participants must complete an intake process with a referral navigator. For info or to register, contact 203-458-6699 or visit womenandfamilylife.org. Cappella Cantorum Singer Registration: 7 p.m. John Winthrop Middle School cafeteria, 1 Winthrop Rd., Deep River. First rehearsal follows at 7:30 p.m. No audition required. Music selections this semester feature Bach’s Magnificat, three traditional carols by John Rutter, and other pieces. For info or pre-registration, call 860-5320454 or visit cappellacantorum.org.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 9 Opening Reception and Concert: 9:30 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Music by the Haven String Quartet. Sponsored by the Schiller

Shoreline Institute for Lifelong Learning (SSILL). Free and open to the public. For info or to join SSILL, call 203-4538086 or visit ssill.org. Presentation on Bats: 9:30 a.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Presented by Maureen Heidtman of Winghand Bat Rehabilitation and Education. Part of the regular meeting of the Killingworth Evergreen Garden Club. Open to the public. For info, email Susan Adinolfo at susan.adinolfo@comcast.net. Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Taking Care of You: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Virtual event. First in a six-week self-care program through Tuesday, Oct. 14. Hosted by the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Presented by Joan Marshall and Robin Brewer of the Senior Resources Agency on Aging. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org. Kate Classic Film: On Golden Pond: 2 and 7 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. Cookbook Club: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Dr. Book: Go-To Dinners: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook by Ina Garten. Attendees make a dish of their choosing from a recipe in the cookbook and bring it to the meeting. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-399-6422 or visit westbrooklibrary.org. Pickin’ Party: 6 to 8 p.m. Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St., Old Lyme. Features a performance by blues musician Ramblin’ Dan Stevens. Tickets: $5 at the door. For info, call 860-434-1961 or visit danstevens.net. Fall Book Chat: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Chester Public Library, 21 W. Main St. Book: How to Read a Book: A Novel by Monica Wood. Moderated by Marsha Bansavage. Sponsored by the Friends of the Chester Library. For info or to register, call the library at 860-526-0018 or visit chesterctlibrary.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 10 The Wonders and Perils of Bird Migration: 12:30 p.m. St. George’s Church Hall, 33 Whitfield St., Guilford. Presented by Craig Repasz, co-founder and chair of Lights Out Connecticut and president of the Friends of Stewart McKinney National Wildlife Refuge. Hosted by the Guilford Garden Club. Free and open to all. For info, email guilfordgardenclub06437@gmail.com or visit guilfordgardenclub.org. Argue Less and Talk More with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher: 2 p.m. Online event. Book: The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More. Hosted by the North Branford Libraries through a partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. For info or to register (required), visit libraryc.org/nbranfordlibraries.

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Two Events Highlight CT Freedom Trail Month Press Release from the New Haven Museum

The New Haven Museum (NHM) will celebrate Connecticut Freedom Trail Month with two free events focused on the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman. The programs, tailored for both adults and children, will take place on Thursday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. On Thursday, Sept. 18, at 6 p.m., Deirdre Cooper Owens, professor of history and Africana studies at the University of Connecticut, will present a lecture titled “Harriet Tubman: A Disabled American Hero.” The evening will begin with a reception at 5:30 p.m. Cooper Owens will explore Tubman’s life through the lens of disability, examining how her experiences with narcolepsy, sleeping fits, and hallucinations shaped her leadership and the perceptions of those around her. “Although there are numerous biographies about Harriet Tubman’s life, none of them delve into her disabilities and how her conditions impacted her decision-making and life,” says Cooper Owens. She will also discuss how Tubman’s identity—Black, female, enslaved, and disabled—intersected with her activism and philanthropy. This lecture is part of NH250, New Haven Museum’s series of events aligned with the national America 250 initiative. Registration is required at newhavenmuseum.org. The second event, on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m., invites children and families to experience Tubman’s story through an interactive storytelling session led by author and educator Yvette Cole. Based on her children’s book Harriet’s Dinner Party, the multimedia program invites young audiences to explore history with all five senses, featuring a video story time, music, themed props, and sing-alongs. In Cole’s imaginative tale, a young girl dines at Harriet Tubman’s home alongside historical guests like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Ida B. Wells. The program concludes with a themed activity, book signing, and photo opportunity with the author. Cole, a Connecticut kindergarten teacher and first-time author, wrote the book to help fill the gap in accessible history resources for young children. “I wanted to help fill that gap by focusing on figures like Harriet Tubman, whose legacy deserves to be shared and celebrated with every generation,” she says. Deirdre Cooper Owens is a nationally recognized reproductive-justice advocate, public speaker, and author of the awardwinning Medical Bondage: Race, Gender and the Origins of American Gynecology.

Continued from page 30 Dragonfly Investigation: 3:30 p.m. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. For ages 5 to 10. Presented by the educators from the Steward Outdoor Day School. Space and materials ae limited. For info or to register (required), call the library at 860-767-1560 or visit the events calendar link at youressexlibrary.org. Guilford Job Network Meet: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Via Zoom. Includes guest speakers. All job seekers welcome. For info or to register and receive the Zoom link, contact Russ Allen at 203-457-0121 or RussAllen2@aolcom. Concert by Eilen Jewell: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 11 Optimizing Daily Function: Injury Prevention Through Movement, Awareness, and Adaptation: 10 a.m. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church St., Guilford. Presented by Allison Zipser, an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist specializing in rehabilitating upper extremity injuries. 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. Opening Reception for BACA West Fall Exhibit: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) West Gallery, 360 State St., New Haven. The exhibit runs through Wednesday, Dec. 31. For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@ gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org/ events. Photo courtesy of the New Haven Museum

Harriet Tubman in her later years, pictured at her home in Auburn, New York. After escaping enslavement, Tubman became a fearless conductor on the Underground Railroad, a Civil War scout and nurse, and a lifelong advocate for freedom and equality.

She is currently writing a biography of Harriet Tubman that reexamines her life through the lens of disability history. Yvette Cole, born and raised in Harlem, is a strong advocate for incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion into everyday classroom experiences. Harriet’s Dinner Party is her debut book. Both events are free and open to the public with registration. For details and to register, visit newhavenmuseum.org. The New Haven Museum, located at

114 Whitney Ave., has preserved and interpreted the history of Greater New Haven since its founding in 1862. Through exhibitions, programs, and community outreach, NHM brings more than 375 years of local history to life. As a Blue Star Museum, NHM offers free year-round admission to active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. Follow @NewHavenMuseum on social media or call 203-562-4183 for more information.

American Girl Doll Club: 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. For children in grades 1 through 4. Features a story or discussion, activities, and a craft from a different history time period. Dolls don’t have to be American Girl. For info or to register (required), call 860-6632000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Concert by The Alpaca Gnomes: 7:30 p.m. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info or tickets, call 860-510-0453 or visit thekate.org. See page 32

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ONGOING EVENTS Art Exhibits Andrews Memorial Town Hall: 54 E. Main St., Clinton: For info, visit clintonartsocietyct.org/exhibitions. Clinton Art Society 2025 Elected Artists Exhibition: Runs Sept. 22 through Nov. 20. Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) Gallery: 1004 Main St.: For info, contact 203-433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org. BACA Summer Art Show: Runs through Oct. 11. Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) West Gallery: 360 State St., New Haven: For info, contact 203433-4071 or baca06405@gmail.com, or visit branfordarts.org/events. Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner: Runs through Aug. 31. BACA West Fall Exhibit: Runs Sept. 11 through Dec. 31.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • THE SOURCE • LIVING Yale University Art Gallery: 1111 Chapel St., New Haven. For info, call 203-432-0600 or visit artgallery.yale.edu/visit/exhibitions. Romney: Brilliant Contrasts in Georgian England: Runs through Oct. 19. Nusantara: Six Centuries of Indonesian Textiles: Runs Sept. 12 through Jan. 11, 2026. Music Bill’s Seafood Restaurant: Rte. 1, Westbrook. For info, call 860-399-7224 or visit BillsSeafood.com. First and third Wednesdays: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Corinthian Jazz Band. Fridays: 7 to 9 p.m. Bill’s Seafood All-Star Jazz Band. Saturdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Various performers. Sundays: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Various performers. Edward A. Norton VFW Post 7666: 104 Mill Rd., Guilford. No cover. For info, call 203-214-5874. Mondays: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Big Swing Band with Tuxedo Junction.

E.C. Scranton Memorial Library: 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info, visit womensclubmadisonct.com. 125th Anniversary of the Women's Club of Madison: Runs Sept. 9 through Oct. 11.

Seaview Bistro at Water's Edge Resort & Spa: 1525 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. For info, visit watersedgeresortandspa.com. Fridays and Saturdays: 9 p.m. to midnight. Various performers.

Guilford Art Center (GAC): 411 Church St.: For info, call 203-453-5947 or visit guilfordartcenter.org. Into the Deep: A World Within: Runs through Aug. 31. Guilford Art League 77th Annual Juried Exhibit and Sale: Runs Sept. 8 through Sept. 27

Sunset Bar and Grill at Water's Edge Resort & Spa: 1525 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. For info, visit watersedgeresortandspa.com. Monday through Sunday: 6 to 10 p.m. Free live music through Aug. 31. Various performers.

James Blackstone Memorial Library Upper Rotunda Gallery: 758 Main St., Branford: For info, call 203-4881441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org. Robert Jawitz: Animal Portraiture: Runs through Aug. 30.

The Choo Choo Lounge at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina: 2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-3952000. Thursdays and Sundays: 6 to 9 p.m. Live music.

Madison Center for History and Culture: Lee’s Academy, 14 Meetinghouse Ln., Madison: For info, call MHS at 203-245-4567 or visit madisonhistory.org. This Side of Paradise: Runs through March 2026.

The Highliner III: 139 Essex Rd., Westbrook. For info, call 860-399-5042 or visit thehighliner3.com. Fridays and Saturdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Live music. Second and fourth Thursdays: 7 to 10 p.m. Open mic.

Mary C. Daly Art Gallery at Mercy by the Sea Retreat The Wharf: Madison Beach Hotel, 94 W. Wharf Rd. For and Conference Center: 167 Neck Rd., Madison: For info, info, call 203-350-0014 or visit thewharfmadison.com. visit mercybythesea.org. Fridays: 8 to 10 p.m. Acoustic Fridays. Various performers. Seasons: Runs through Sept. 14. Nathanael B. Greene Community Center: 32 Church St., Guilford: For info, visit guilfordartleague.org. Guilford Art League Summer Show: Runs through Oct. 1. New Haven Museum: 114 Whitney Ave. For info, call 203-562-4183 or visit newhavenmuseum.org. Invitation to Engage: 60 Years of Long Wharf Theatre & Beyond: Runs through February 2026. Susan Powell Fine Art: 679 Boston Post Rd., Madison: For info, call 203-318-0616 or visit susanpowellfineart.com. Summer in New England: Runs through Sept. 28.

Groups and Activities A Journey Through America’s Past: 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Via Zoom. Sponsored by the Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. Free. Registration is required to receive a Zoom link. For info, contact 203-245-5695 or gillespiee@madisonct.org. Acoustics Club: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. On temporary break for winter. Bring your own acoustic instrument. No registration required. For info, call 203245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Adult Movie Night: 6 to 8 p.m. First Wednesday. Killingworth Library, 301 Rte. 81. Bring snacks and a beverage (covered, nonalcoholic). For info, including the movie title, or to register (required), call 860-663-2000 or visit killingworthlibrary.org. Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group: 5 to 6 p.m. Second Tuesday. Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Free. No registration. For info, call 860-767-1560. Art Critique Series (General Critique Session): 10 a.m. to noon. First Thursday. Via Zoom. Artists may send works as jpeg attachments prior to the session to casclinton@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Clinton Art Society (CAS). For info, email casclinton@gmail.com. Art Critique Series (Special-Themed Session): 10 a.m. to noon. Third Thursday. Via Zoom. Runs November through April. Artists may send works as jpeg attachments prior to the session to casclinton@gmail.com. Sponsored by the Clinton Art Society (CAS). For info, email casclinton@gmail.com. Ask-A-Lawyer: A Free Legal Clinic: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Second Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. No registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org. Banned Book Club: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. First Tuesday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. For info, call 203-488-1441 or visit blackstonelibrary.org. Bereaved Parents USA and PS It Hurts Support Group: 10:30 a.m. First Sunday. Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Rd. For grieving parents, grandparents, and siblings suffering the loss of children and family members. For info, call Vanessa Pentz at 203-645-7777. Bingo: 7 p.m. Mondays. East Creek Landing, 390 S. Union St., Guilford. Doors open 5 p.m. Light refreshments. Cost: $15. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 3928. For info, call 203-453-2801. Blackstone Fiber Art Community: 6 to 8.m. Wednesdays. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. All experience levels in fiber art forms are welcome. Registration is not required, drop-ins welcome. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Blackstone Library Tour: 10 a.m. Second Saturday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Registration encouraged, but drop-ins welcome. For info, call 203-488-1441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Chair Yoga with Martha: 6:30 p.m. Fourth Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

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Madison Lyric Stage Presents an Evening of Suspense, Music and Murder Press Release from Madison Lyric Stage

Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present Four Murders in Forty Years, an original evening of suspenseful music and operatic drama, from Sept. 19 to 21. The production weaves together a haunting series of vignettes centered on the lives of individuals inhabiting the same tenement apartment across four decades. The evening features the English-language presentation of two dramatic oneact operas: The Medium by Gian Carlo Menotti and La Voix Humaine (The Human Voice) by Francis Poulenc and Jean Cocteau, among additional operatic excerpts. Each piece represents a different decade in the apartment’s turbulent history, revealing moments of grief, betrayal, obsession—and murder. In The Medium, a fraudulent psychic, Madame Flora, manipulates her clients’ grief for profit—until a real supernatural event throws her into madness. In The Human Voice, a woman named Elle is unraveling on the telephone, clinging to a toxic love as her emotional world crumbles. “I wanted to explore the transitory pres-

direction by Nathaniel Baker. Featured performers include Amy Maude Helfer, Heidi Engstrom, Sarah Kennedy, Mary McCue, Emily Solo, Seamus Copland, Alison Lindsay, and Jonathan Mildner. Performances take place at the historic Deacon John Grave House, 581 Boston Post Road in Madison. Showtimes are Friday, Sept. 19, and Saturday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 21, at 4 p.m. Tickets are $55 and available at madisonlyricstage.org. Madison Lyric Stage is an award-winning, professional non-Equity theater company serving the Connecticut shoreline. Its mission is to expand participation in the arts by presenting accessible, inclusive, and affordable opera, musical theater, and drama. The company is supported in part by generous contributions from The CommuPhoto courtesy of Madison Lyric Stage nity Foundation for Greater New Haven, A striking scene from Four Murders in Forty Years, Madison Lyric Stage’s haunting new Guilford Savings Bank, The Madison production that spans four decades of life, loss, and murder in a single apartment. Foundation, the Madison Rotary Foundation, and the Connecticut Office of the ence of individuals in a single space—our works, we reflect on how love, loss, and Arts, which receives funding from the version being a decaying tenement apart- violence become embedded in a place’s his- National Endowment for the Arts. ment—over a period of decades,” said tory.” For more information, visit madisonlyric Marc Deaton, artistic director of Madison The production is conceptualized and stage.org. Lyric Stage. “Through these operatic directed by Marc Deaton, with musical

Continued from page 32 Christ Episcopal Church Choir Rehearsal: 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays. Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 11 Park St., Guilford. For info, email admin@christchurchguilford.org. Christian Science Church Service and Sunday School: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sundays. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 49 Park St., Guilford. Open to all. For info, call 203453-1975 or visit christianscienceCT.org/Guilford. Christian Science Testimony Meeting: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 49 Park St., Guilford. Open to all. For info, call 203-453-1975 or visit christianscienceCT.org/Guilford. Coastal Camera Club Meeting: 7 p.m. First and third Wednesdays. Via Zoom. To register (required), contact wfrprs@att.net. For info, visit coastalcameraclub.org. Color and Conversation: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Last Monday. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Branford. Registration is not required. For info, call 203-4881441, ext. 318, or visit events.blackstonelibrary.org. Community Breakfast: 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. First Congregational Church of Madison, 26 Meetinghouse Ln. Hosted by The Shoreline Soup Kitchen & Pantries, Madison. For info, email mainoffice@fccmadison.org or visit shorelinesoupkitchens.org.

Craft of the Month: 6 to 7:30 p.m. First Tuesday. Creative Loft at the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For info or to register, visit scrantonlibrary.org. Creative Craft Night: 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Creative Loft at the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. No registration required. For info, visit scrantonlibrary.org. Creative Writing Group: 6 p.m. Second Monday. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. For info, contact 860-669-2342 or sarah@hchlibrary.org. Discussion Group: The Atlantic Magazine: 10:30 a.m. Fourth Wednesday. Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Tpke., Clinton. For info, call 860-669-2342 or email sarah@hchlibrary.org. Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m. Fridays. Joseph Trapasso Community House, 46 Church St., Branford. For info, call 203-915-5987 or email tillerjock@gmail.com. Ekphrastic Poetry Trust: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Second Tuesday. E.C. Scranton Memorial Library, 801 Boston Post Rd., Madison. Participants create poetry from art. No registration required. For info, call 203-245-7365 or visit scrantonlibrary.org.

Farmers Market Durham Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays through Oct. 4. Durham Community Center grounds, 144 Picket Ln., or on the Town Green. For info, email farmersmarket@townofdurhamct.org or visit townofdurhamct.org/articles/summer-farmers-market-update. Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 30 (later, if weather permits). Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Ln. For info, email farmersmarket@guilfordfair.org or visit guilfordyouthandfamilyservices.org. Madison Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Thanksgiving. Madison Green. For info, visit madisonctfarmersmarket.com. Old Saybrook Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to noon. Wednesdays and Saturdays through October. Parking lot at 210 Main St., Old Saybrook. For info, call 860-833-0095. The Dudley Farm Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through October. The Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd., Guilford. For info, visit dudleyfarm.com/farmers-market. To submit an event to the Living Calendar, send an email to news@shorepublishing.com. For more events, both local and farther afield, or to enter your event online, visit our website zip06.com. The deadline for submissions is noon, eight days prior to the publication date.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • THE SOURCE • LIVING

Horoscopes

Crossword

For the week of August 28 - September 3 ARIES • Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA • Sept 23/Oct 23

You’re feeling bold this week, Aries. Use a surge of energy to speak out about something that needs to be said. Be mindful of how others may receive it.

Your social life picks up, and someone in your network may present a useful opportunity. Be open to collaboration, Libra. Just don’t say yes to too many things at once.

TAURUS • Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO • Oct 24/Nov 22

Stability and home life are in the spotlight, Taurus. You may be called to handle something domestic or financial. Use your natural patience to avoid impulsive decisions.

Currently your ambition is in focus and others are noticing, Scorpio. A professional opportunity may come your way, but don’t rush the details. Trust your intuition when negotiating.

GEMINI • May 22/Jun 21

SAGITTARIUS • Nov 23/Dec 21

Gemini, conversations will flow with ease this week, and you’ll be a magnet for interesting ideas. If you have been waiting to pitch an idea, do it right now.

You are craving inspiration and something new, Sagittarius. This is the week to explore new ideas, travel or study something interesting. A philosophical discussion might come up.

CANCER • Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN • Dec 22/Jan 20

Cancer, you may assess your value right now, both financially and emotionally. An important decision requires you to have a level head. It’s a great week to update a budget.

Capricorn, change is in the air whether you invite it or it finds you. Emotional matters may require some extra attention right now.

LEO • Jul 23/Aug 23 This week invites you to step into the spotlight, Leo. This is just where you like to be. Don’t be afraid to own your power and reveal something personal to friends and family. VIRGO • Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you are more introspective than usual. Take time to reflect and recharge this week. Old memories or unfinished business might resurface and you have to face it head on.

Crossword solution for August 21, 2025

AUGUST 28 Jack Black, Actor (56) AUGUST 29 Carla Gugino, Actress (54) AUGUST 30 Cameron Diaz, Actress (53) AUGUST 31 Jalen Brunson, Athlete (29)

AQUARIUS • Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, all of your partnerships are going smoothly right now. You may need to readjust your expectations to reflect your productivity. A turning point comes into play midweek. PISCES • Feb 19/Mar 20 Think about looking at your daily habits, Pisces. Figure out if anything needs to be tweaked. You need to take care of yourself and prioritize your health.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

SEPTEMBER 1 Zendaya, Actress (29) SEPTEMBER 2 Keanu Reeves, Actor (61) SEPTEMBER 3 Kaia Gerber, Model (24)

CLUES ACROSS 1. Taxis 5. Space Systems Command 8. Plant seed by scattering 11. Alliances 13. Fiddler crabs 14. Heroic tale 15. Yemen capital 16. Misleading gesture 17. Cain and __ 18. Simple shoe 20. Hundredweight 21. Children’s toy in the snow 22. Gets rid of 25. Free of deceit 30. Performed a dance 31. Chinese philosophical principle 32. Exaggerated 33. Refrain from inflicting 38. A doctrine 41. Can be subdued 43. A place to bathe 45. Land used for pasture 48. Curved piece of iron 49. Automobile 50. Fencing sword 55. Breezes through 56. Child 57. NBA legend Iverson 59. Horsley and Iacocca are two 60. Midway between northeast and east 61. Spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation 62. U.S. leader during much of WW2 63. Lair 64. Fibrous material

CLUES DOWN 1. Home of “60 Minutes” 2. Expression of sorrow or pity 3. __ fide: legitimate 4. Immune response 5. Assistance and support 6. Glared 7. Spanish saloon 8. Pitch black 9. S-shaped lines 10. Statistical test 12. __ Paulo, city 14. Graduation garb 19. A way to record 23. Not good 24. Weather events 25. A pituitary hormone 26. Jamie Foxx film 27. Rocker’s accessory 28. One point east (clockwise) of due north 29. One who obtains pleasure from another’s pain 34. Consume 35. Licensed for Wall Street 36. Sick 37. Israeli city __ Aviv 39. Removed the husk 40. Mass of rocks and sediment 41. Two-year-old sheep 42. Area units 44. Prison overseer 45. Walked 46. Wartime escort aircraft carrier 47. Tax 48. 50 percent 51. Swiss river 52. Tattle 53. Actor Idris 54. Resist authority (slang) 58. Egg of a louse

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Find the words hidden vertically, horizontally, and diagonally throughout the puzzle.

STATE FAIR WORD SEARCH

Word Scramble

Word Scramble solution for August 21, 2025: FLOWERS

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The Day Presents The 2025 College Fair at Great Wolf Lodge Join us Saturday, September 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a dynamic, one-day college fair at the brand-new Great Wolf Lodge inMashantucket.Designedtobringtogetherstudents,families, and educational institutions from across the Northeast, this event offers a fresh, inspiring approach to the college search process—set in a venue families will love.

All participants will receive a printed College Fair Guide, and the event will be promoted throughThe Day’s trusted print and digital platforms. Other highlights include prize giveaways, an engaging atmosphere, and discounted lodging at Great Wolf Lodge on September 26 and 27 (available as long as rooms last).

Whether you’re helping students find their next step or taking Attendees will meet with admissions reps, explore academic that step yourself, this is a college fair you won’t want to miss. options, and gather helpful resources—all in one convenient, Admission is free. family-friendly setting. Colleges and universities will have the opportunitytoconnectface-to-facewithmotivatedstudentsand extend their reach even further through our College Fair Guide, a comprehensive publication to be distributed at the event.

Visit theday.com/collegefair to register. Scan the QR code to learn about opportunities for exhibitors.

Real Estate • The Source • August 28, 2025

Real estate

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Coastal Charm in Short Beach Staff Report

Just 500 feet from your own private beach, this charming two-bedroom Colonial in Short Beach invites you to live the coastal life you’ve been dreaming of. Whether you’re paddling out in one of the two included kayaks or strolling to beloved neighborhood restaurants, every day here feels like a getaway. Tucked into one of Branford’s most historic seaside enclaves, this home blends timeless architecture with relaxed beachtown living. Inside, you’ll find a freshly painted living area, a functional kitchen, and a sun-drenched enclosed porch-perfect for morning coffee, quiet reading, or watching the rhythms of the neighborhood unfold. Beyond the beach, nature lovers will appreciate the short walk to the Beacon Hill and Marsh Wildlife Preserve, part of the Branford Land Trust. It’s a rare chance to own not just a home, but a lifestyle where salt air, community, and character converge. Whether you’re seeking a year-round residence or a seasonal retreat, this cozy haven offers a front-row seat to the rhythms of coastal Connecticut. Come see why Short Beach is more than just a location — it’s a way of life. No flood insurance is needed. This home is being offered for sale by the Town and Shore Team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices for $875,000. For more information or a showing, contact Ishita Bandyopadhyaya at 203-314-5776 or Mary Polchaninoff at 860-655-8379.

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Inside, you'll find a freshly painted living area, a functional kitchen, and a sun-drenched enclosed porch-perfect for morning coffee, quiet reading, or watching the rhythms of the neighborhood unfold.

Whether you're paddling out in one of the two included kayaks or strolling to beloved neighborhood restaurants, every day here feels like a getaway.

REALTOR®

Old Saybrook/Old Lyme/ Essex office 86 Halls Road, Old Lyme New satellite office:

263 Saybrook Road, Higganum

AUGUST 28, 2025 • THE SOURCE • REAL ESTATE

Real Estate Transactions

MADISON

31 GOVERNORS WAY | $1,319,000 This beautifully crafted home was custom built in 2006 with every detail in mind and a style reminiscent of those you would find on the Cape & Islands. You’ll find the highest quality of design and installation throughout this unique property. The grounds are stunning with professional landscaping in and around the elegant pool area. The chef’s kitchen is well appointed with Carrera marble countertops, Dacor 6 burner gas cook top, Viking double wall ovens, Subzero fridge and a custom painted wet bar. Five well sized bedrooms, including an exceptional 1st floor master suite, double family rooms, five bathrooms, double laundry rooms, two fireplaces, exceptional millwork and refinished Brazilian cherry floors are just some of the additional highlights to this stand alone property. 31 Governors Way has an ageless functionality and style. Quite simply, it’s in a class of its own. Agent related.

KILLINGWORTH

PHOEBE SCHREINER Choose Expertise

617.645.3907

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AGENT IN CONNECTICUT since 2019!!

TOP Producer company wide, WRRE CALL OR EMAIL ROSE FOR REAL RESULTS!

203.314.6269 • Rose.Ciardiello@raveis.com

15 Bargate Road: Estate of James West Marshall and William T. Harris to Forevergreen Ft, $440,000 on Aug. 6 5 Blake Avenue: Jon Kukucka to Donna and Thomas Kukucka, $550,000 on Aug. 5 3 Colonial Drive: Melanie V. Duhaine to Edward A. and Rachel K. Deramon, $635,000 on Aug. 6 4 Davis Farm Road: Estate of Jr John Savinelli and Michael Savinelli to Alyssa Gilbert and Dustin Huguenin, $505,000 on Aug. 4 NANTUCKET ELEGANCE IN THE HEART OF MADISON

Y O U I N V E S T I N R E A L E S TAT E . I I N V E S T I N Y O U . LET’S WORK TOGETHER.

Phoebe Schreiner 617.645.3907 | pschreiner@williampitt.com

188 Bartlett Drive: Mary E. Pantalena to Gregory Remmey, $1,400,000 on Aug. 4 24 Grouse Lane: Barbara J. and Richard Malinsky to Michael T. and Rebecca K. Valentino, $770,000 on Aug. 4 381 Horse Pond Road: Maureen Luden to Catherine and John B. Reichart, $515,000 on Aug. 4 108 Neck Road: Robert J. and Melinda S. Audet to Trenton and Cassidy Honda, $1,350,000 on Aug. 4 31 Pine Drive: John B. Holland to Roman Politi and Monica Wellings, $875,000 on Aug. 4 Stone Road: Michael A Mis T and Michael A. Mis to Mack Building LLC, $692,000 on Aug. 8 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

57 Parker Hill Road: Michael Cordone to Jennifer Durkin, $436,000 on Aug. 5 640 Route 81: Estate of Robert J. Muldoon and William K. Myers to Secy Of Hsng & Urban Dev, $362,306 on Aug. 6

B O B A L L IS O N A local expert elevating your home buying and selling experience. REACH OUT ANYTIME

860.227.0078 | ballison@wpsir.com

MADISON BROKERAGE Each office independently owned

- CORNFIELD POINT BEACH 12 Bellaire Drive, Old Saybrook $699,900 Steps to beach! Two doors away from Clubhouse & its amenities. Totally renovated year round ranch style home with new everything! Septic, siding, roof, Air Conditioning, flooring - all new! Large parking area to accommodate all your guests. Great Air B&B potential.

#1 Coldwell Banker Agent in Middlesex County With nearly $300 million in sales volume and helping almost 1000 happy buyers and sellers over 20 years on the shoreline, Joel’s experience is invaluable. Let him help you achieve your real estate goals. Contact Joel Lucas Today!

JOEL LUCAS, REALTOR®

Serving the CT Shoreline from Branford to Stonington for over 20 years

860-304-9150

Madison Office 752 Boston Post Road | Madison, CT 06443

Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2025 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker Realty is a company owned office which is owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.

OLD SAYBROOK Building Relationships with Buyers and Sellers For Over 25 years SUE WOODS

203.215.8676 | swoods@wpsir.com

LET’S CONNECT! 31 GOVERNORS WAY | $1,319,000 This beautifully crafted home was custom built in 2006 with every detail in mind and a style reminiscent of those you would find on the Cape & Islands. You’ll find the highest quality of design and installation throughout this unique property. The grounds are stunning with professional landscaping in and around the elegant pool area. The chef’s kitchen is well appointed with Carrera marble countertops, Dacor 6 burner gas cook top, Viking double wall ovens, Subzero fridge and a custom painted wet bar. Five well sized bedrooms, including an exceptional 1st floor master suite, double family rooms, five bathrooms, double laundry rooms, two fireplaces, exceptional millwork and refinished Brazilian cherry floors are just some of the additional highlights to this stand alone property. 31 Governors Way has an ageless functionality and style. Quite simply, it’s in a class of its own. Agent related.

Janet Peckinpaugh, Realtor®

CLINTON

860.304.9150 bankerbuddy@hotmail.com COLDWELLBANKERHOMES.COM

GUILFORD

Alexandra Iannotti, $599,000 on Aug. 6 857 Totoket Road: Laflemm LLC to Mikhail M. Baklashov, $485,000 on Aug. 5 Woodland Drive: Jeffrey and Rebecca Cretella to John Baldo, $527,000 on Aug. 5

696 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443 c. 860.985.3659 jpeckinpaugh@wpsir.com janetpeckinpaugh.com

Y O U I N V E S T I N R E A L E S TAT E . I I N V E S T I N Y O U . LET’S WORK TOGETHER.

Phoebe Schreiner 617.645.3907 | pschreiner@williampitt.com Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

9 Davis Drive: Nathan Kane and Caitlin Obrien to Sawsan Z. Alkibbi and Mohamed N. Kammourieh, $460,000 on Aug. 5 1092 Durham Road: Eric Cost to Crafting Masters LLC, $410,000 on Aug. 5 1261 Long Hill Road: Michael N. Merkin to Alexander E. Merkin and Vanessa M. Paroline, $479,000 on Aug. 8 2125 Long Hill Road: F Vigliotti Const Co LLC to Rose M. Evangelista and Anthony Crisera, $722,887 on Aug. 7

NORTH BRANFORD Helping You Move Forward Carol Mancini 203.710.6405 cmancini@williampitt.com carolmancini.williampitt.com

16 Bayberry Road: Marie C Misenti Lt and Edward A. Lowe to Joel Lucas, $775,000 on Aug. 6 18 Bayberry Road: Marie C Misenti Lt and Edward A. Lowe to Joel Lucas, $775,000 on Aug. 6 1333 Boston Post Road: Morgan And Molly LLC to Mount Vernon Co Inc, $1,195,000 on Aug. 6

WESTBROOK Diana Hartman

Broker, Realtor, ABR, CIPS

dianahartman@wpsir.com 917.509.4700

‘Love Where You Live’

510 Mcveagh Road: Super Deal Hm Imps LLC to Matthew T. and Heidi E. Vargish, $652,000 on Aug. 4 7 Meriden Avenue: Dorothy Burdick T and Pamela B. Rizy to Michael Downey, $500,000 on Aug. 6 89 Norris Avenue: Sonal Sharma to Carolyn Ahearn, $450,000 on Aug. 6

EAST HAVEN 52 Burgess Street : Freedman Re Holdings LLC to Adrian Tudor, 681 Forest Road: John J. and Remo $346,000 on Aug. 5 Capello to Abm Prop Holdings LLC, 19 Clark Avenue: Estate of Eve J. $1,000,000 on Aug. 5 Belbusti and Carl R. Belbusti to 10 Indian Hill Road: John R. and Freedman Re Hldg Iii LLC, $250,000 on Christine A. Damico to 10 Indian Hill Aug. 4 LLC, $255,000 on Aug. 4 12 Colonial Heights Road: Carl 246 Sea Hill Road: G R & Ann V and Jennifer Decarvalho to Arissa Trecarten Irt and Sherry Delgaudio to Kenneth and Rene Kuester, $520,000 on Schweiss, $545,000 on Aug. 6 Aug. 4 Copyright material of Banker and Tradesman 21 Sunnyside Drive: Marcelo H. / the Commercial Record and The Warren Group. Cordova to Steven Mastronardi and For past transactions, visit zip06.com/realestate.

REAL ESTATE • THE SOURCE • AUGUST 28, 2025

12 JACKSON ROAD

KILLINGWORTH $2,200,000

Introducing Stone Heron Farm - a rare opportunity to own one of the most beautiful properties on over 74 acres in New England. Enter through a rose garden with 3 arbors and a stone fountain, to the heart of the estate: A magical open concept three bedroom, three bath Cape Cod with wide plank white pine floors throughout. The master suite boasts cathedral ceilings, a custom fireplace and a walk-in cedar closet. French doors take you to a deck and down a path to a secluded Jacuzzi. The kitchen features SubZero, Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry and leathered granite countertops. The main floor includes a “cathedral ceiling” living room, open family room, a multimedia room, a laundry room, a fairy tale guest room, two full baths, one with a steam shower.

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★★★★★ “Sheila was very knowledgeable about today’s real estate market, prompt with answers when we had questions, and always professional in actions as our agent. I would definitely recommend Sheila as a real estate agent to others.” ELAINE N. | CLINTON, CT

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★★★★★ “ Over the years, Sheila has represented my husband and me in five different transactions. Each purchase or sale had its own issues (some big, some small), and Sheila handled them all with professionalism, common sense, and a good sense of humor.“ JENNIFER S. | MADISON, CT ★★★★★ “Sheila was an outstanding person to interact with, smart & hard working. She was able to help us land our first home and my wife & I could not be happier. She was easy to work with but she works hard for you.” CHASE S. | CLINTON, CT

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AUGUST 28, 2025 • THE SOURCE • REAL ESTATE

123 Liberty Street, Madison $2,000,000

23 Forest Hills Drive, Madison $819,000

Coveted Liberty Street Location – Custom-built 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home with lovely cover porch, beautiful chef’s kitchen, family room with fieldstone fireplace, first-floor study, and luxurious primary suite. Finished walkout lower level offers a rec room, workshop, and sauna. Outdoors, enjoy a heated gunite pool, terrace, Jacuzzi, and 3-car garage and 1 car detached garage—all just a stroll to Madison’s beaches, shops, and restaurants.

Located in Madison’s desirable Forest Hills neighborhood, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Colonial features a newly renovated kitchen, front-to-back living room with fireplace, and a cozy family room with a second fireplace. You’ll love the screened-in porch— perfect for relaxing. Hardwood floors throughout, plus a finished walkout lower level with game room, additional bedroom, and full bath. A brick patio overlooks the beautiLOGO DESIGN fully landscaped yard. Quiet street just minutes to town, beaches, train, and I-95.

SOLD OVER ASKING

23 Papermill Drive, Madison

$725,000 SOLD

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Voted one of the finalists for Best Real Estate Team on the Shoreline!

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12 Stanton Court, Madison $1,445,000 Just minutes from Madison’s beaches and town center, this architect-designed home on a quiet cul-de-sac. Light-filled and open, it features a gorgeous custom kitchen, 4 bedrooms, and 3.5 baths, including a spacious primary suite. A first-floor guest suite adds flexibility, and the walk-out lower level offers an additional 1,100 sq ft of finished ASTERINA REGULAR space—perfect for work, play, or relaxation. A rare find in a sought-after location! ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

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Cathy Lynch 203-627-2331 • Dana Weinstein 203-927-8687 • Kate Jasko 860-304-9034

CathyLynchTeam.com Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2025 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker Realty is a company owned office which is owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.