Noel Coward Classic "Blithe Spirit" Runs July 8-9 in Stratford

 The Square One Teen Theatre is back again with a hilarious comedy of ghostly proportions! Picking up and expanding from last summer's reading series, the youth theatre branch of Stratford's Square One Theatre Company will present Noel Coward's classic comedy, "Blithe Spirit" for three performances on July 8-9 at the Stratford Theatre.

One of Coward's most popular comedies, "Blithe Spirit" concerns middle-aged novelist Charles Condomine (Michael Brelsford), who holds a séance with eccentric medium, Madame Arcati (Kelsey Guggenheim) in order to gather research for his new book. However, as the night progresses, Condomine finds that the daffy Arcati unwittingly summoned his deceased wife Elvira (Katie Kirtland).  Only visible to Charles, Elvira makes continued attempts to pick up right where she left off with him seven years prior, much to the dismay of his current wife, Ruth (Tory Tallberg). The all-teen cast for the production also includes Jillian Valle, Brendan Rooney and Katie Freddino.   It is directed by Jason Nolan. 

"Blithe Spirit will be performed at the Stratford Theatre on Friday, July 8 at 8 pm and Saturday, July 9 at 2 and 8 pm.   Tickets are $10 with discounts for students, seniors and current Square One Theatre subscribers at $7.  To reserve tickets, email your name, desired show date and number of tickets to squareoneteentickets@gmail.com or call: 203.650.2578.   Tickets are also available at the door.

The Stratford Theater (home base for the Square One Theatre Company) is located at 2422 Main Street in Stratford Center.  Major sponsors for the Square One Teen Theatre are Milford Bank and RevitalArts.

In the photo:  Performing in "Blithe Spirit" is (l-r): Jillian Valle (Stratford), Katie Kirtland (North Haven), Michael Brelsford (Stratford), Kelsey Guggenheim (Stratford) and Brendan Rooney (Stratford).

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Connecticut Farmer and Feast book signing to be held in Milford

Emily Brooks, author of Connecticut Farmer and Feast; Harvesting Local Bounty, will sign copies of her book at the Milford Farmers' Market in downtown, from 10 a.m. to noon July 16.  Connecticut Farmer and Feast introduces readers to nearly fifty passionate farmers who contribute to the locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, and other food items featured in farm stands and top restaurants throughout Connecticut.  The book tells the stories of these farms and farmers and includes individually created recipes that feature each producer's specialty food.  This is a heartfelt invitation into the lives of Connecticut farmers and the foods they produce and love.   Chef Jacques Pepin writes, "Emily Brooks connects you with these passionate artisans from all over Connecticut.  Your kitchen will never be the same again."  Hosted by Collected Stories Bookstore at Milford's Downtown Farmers' Market, River Street and Darina Place.  For more information on this event, contact Susan Shaw, 203-874-0115.      Editor's note: All information in this post was contributed. It is unedited here.

Supergroup celebrates debut album  June 30

Kung Fu, one of the year's hottest new bands featuring members of The Breakfast, RAQ, Deep Banana Blackout and Jazz is Dead, invites fans to celebrate the release of their debut studio album at Daniel Street in Milford, Conn., on June 30.

The band is also thrilled to announce it will open for Umphrey's McGee at the Dome at Oakdale Theater in Wallingford, July 14.

Kung Fu has been turning heads on the national concert scene since forming in November 2009, winning coveted spots at festivals such as Gathering of the Vibes, Mountain Jam, Rock N Roll Resort, The Big Up and more. The new self-titled album combines the best elements of the live show with the precision, intensity and thoughtfulness of the studio.

"Everyone in this band is playing at the top of their game, and this album showcases the incredible talent each has developed through years of devotion to their craft," says David Livolsi, bassist. "We're really proud of this album and we can't wait for people to hear what we can do in the studio."  

Tickets for the CD release party cost $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Advanced tickets are recommended and can be purchased at http://www.danielstreetclub.com/. Doors 8 p.m.; show 9 p.m. Overeasy opens. Tickets to Gathering of the Vibes and the show at the Oakdale Theater with Umphrey's McGee will be raffled off to lucky fans.

Visit http://www.kungfumusic.com/ to purchase your copy of Kung Fu's debut album.

Kung Fu consists of a powerhouse of Connecticut musicians, including Tim Palmieri (The Breakfast, guitar), Todd Stoops (RAQ, keyboards), Rob Somerville (Deep Banana Blackout, sax), David Livolsi (Jazz Is Dead, bass) and Adrian Tramontano (The Breakfast, drums).

"This music is funky, mature and powerful. It's lethal funk," Palmieri says. "It's music smart and strong enough to defend one's self, or art's self. I love this music."

Festival Dates

Thursday, June 30: Daniel Street; Milford, CT – Official CD Release Party!

Thursday, July 14: The Dome at Oakdale Theater; Wallingford, CT – Opening for Umphrey's McGee!

Friday, July 15: BreakFest Music Festival; Goshen, NH 

Friday, July 22: Gathering of the Vibes; Bridgeport, CT

Saturday, July 30: The Big Up; Ghent, NY

Saturday, August 13: Sixth Annual A Bear's Picnic; Bald Eagle State Forrest

Friday, August 19: Liberate Music and Art Festival; Sheldon Springs, VT

Friday, September 9: Backwoods Pondfest; Peru, NY

  

Kung Fu:

http://www.facebook.com/kungfutunes

http://www.kungfumusic.com/

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The participation in the program is thanks to a scholarship from a local dentist

Sensitive Care Cosmetic & Family Dentistry has announced the two local winners of a scholarship to join the 2011 LEAP Leadership Program at UCLA.

Dr. Mitchell Quintner sponsored the students with a scholarship to join program August 8-14 all expenses paid, according to a statement.

The scholarships were aimed at two local students from Joseph A. Foran High School and Jonathan Law High School in their junior year who are highly motivated, academically strong with an A or B grade point average, involved in extracurricular activities and are individuals of strong character, the statement said.


"The girls will receive an unparalleled learning opportunity and the chance to meet high-level professionals with whom they might not otherwise interact. Through the week, Alexis and Molly (shown in photo) will be encouraged to take strides toward achieving their dreams and to “LEAP” ahead in life – academically, professionally, and personally – in ways that may not have before seemed possible," the statement said.
"The LEAP program is presented in an enriched format that makes its workshops engaging and fun for all participants. The skills and techniques students acquire during this week will serve and advance them throughout their entire life."

For more information visit http://www.leapfoundation.com/

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As it marks its 25th anniversary of service to commuters, the CT Metro-North Rail Commuter Council was hailed recently by the state legislature for its work on behalf of Metro-North riders in Connecticut.

At its regular monthly meeting, each of the 13 members of the Council was presented with an Official Citation which read:

"In recognition of your participation on the Connecticut Metro-North Rail Commuter Council as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.  You have been an instrumental partner in efforts to improve rail service in CT with solid organization, clear communication and effective advocacy.  The citizens of Connecticut are much indebted to your efforts, enthusiasm and dedication to the Council."

The Citations were introduced by St. Representatives Terrie Wood, Larry Cafero, Gail Lavielle, Ernest Hewett, Edward Moukawsher, Bruce Morris, Chris Perone, Patricia Widlitz  and State Senators Bob Duff, Edward Meyer, Andrea Stillman, Carlo Leone and Toni Boucher.

"It was tremendously thoughtful of these lawmakers to honor our efforts," said Jim Cameron, chairman of the Council, shown in the photo.  "We occasionally get a 'thank you' from  our fellow commuters, but this honor from the legislature is especially welcome as we mark our 25th anniversary."
Created by the Connecticut legislature, the CT Rail Commuter Council's members are Metro-North or Shore Line East commuters who serve, without compensation, as advocates of their fellow riders' interests.  The CT Rail Commuter Council meets monthly with Metro-North and Connecticut Dept of Transportation and testifies before state and regional boards and commissions in favor of affordable, reliable rail service in the state.

More information is available at the Council's website:  www.trainweb.org/ct<http://www.trainweb.org/ct>

COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP

Jim Cameron  -  Darien                        Rodney Chabot  -  New Canaan

Roger Cirella  -  Ansonia                      Laura Cordes  -  New London

Terri Cronin  -  Norwalk                       Mitch Fuchs  -  Fairfield

John Hartwell  -  Westport                   Robert Jelley  -  Guilford

Jeff Maron  -  Stamford                       Mark Maruszewski  -  Darien

Sue Prosi  -  Stratford                          Luke Schnirring  -  Norwalk

Drew Todd  -  Norwalk

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At a Fairfield sale that's just around the corner....
FAIRFIELD - It’s time again for the Pequot Library’s Annual Book Sale.

It’s the 51st sale and it’s set for July 22-26, with all proceeds going to benefit the small library, organizers said in a statement.

It is one of the biggest, “best” book sales in the region, with more than 140,000 books and more than 50 categories along with CDs, tapes, LPs, and more, the statement said.

“It brings book lovers from all over the country and offers them the widest selection of great books at really great price. Throw in the fun of meeting old and new friends, the great food, and the joy of finding a real treasure, and all the ingredients for a wonderful experience are in place,” the statement said.

There is a wide range as well: children’s books, current fiction, classic literature, gardening and nature, history, mystery, science, science fiction, Connecticut and New England, sports, travel, crafts and hobbies, health, music, performing arts, art and architecture, biography, and many more, the statement said.

Also, under the direction of Lee Freeman and Paige Gillies, there are high quality, very collectible LPs, 45’s, CDs, DVDs, and tapes. “This part of the book sale is growing dramatically and drawing in a whole new clientele to the Book Sale,” said Freeman, also in the statement.

Further, the statement said: “One of the most meaningful aspects of the Book Sale is the Books for Teachers program. Over the past several years, through the generosity of the Renée B. Fisher Foundation, Pequot Library has offered vouchers for up to $100 to teachers in the Bridgeport and New Haven school systems. With these vouchers, teachers can purchase an extraordinary quantity of books for their classroom or their personal libraries.”

All books and other materials are “donated to the library by countless individuals who come in a constant stream throughout the year to unload their bags and boxes of books into the receiving bins in the shed on the library driveway. Their thoughtful, tax deductible donations of the books they no longer need make possible this event which is the major fundraiser for the Library and helps ensure the Library can continue to provide the outstanding library services and programs the entire community has come to appreciate and depend on,” the statement said.

The Book Sale is the biggest fund-raiser of the year at Pequot Library, organizers said.

“The Book Sale is more than just a fundraiser for the library. It also builds community. It is one of those annual events that everyone knows about and looks forward to that are so important to sustaining the sense of community that is increasingly threatened in the fast paced world of today. There are literally hundreds of volunteers that participate both on the day of the sale, and throughout the year as sorters and pricers. It is as much a social event as a fundraiser. It is a chance for old friends to catch up, for neighbors to spend time together in service of their Library, and it helps build a unique sense of place for everyone in Fairfield county. It is also a way for the community to express its support for the Library and the outpouring of donated books and the hard work of the volunteers is a testimony to how important the library is for the entire region.”

Library volunteers “are at the heart of it all,” the statement said. Volunteers are led by Ted Murena and Peter Ventriglia and they are assisted by members of the Book Sale Steering Committee: Llewelyn Almeida, Ruth Ann Baumgartner, Lee Freeman, Paige Gillies, Colin Green, Shelley Hall, Peg North, Linda Teja, and Stephanie Weaver.

Dan Snydacker, the Executive Director at Pequot Library, said: “our volunteers are a wonderful, dedicated group. They work so hard to support the library and their efforts are appreciate by everyone involved with the Library as well as all those we are able to serve at the Library over the course of the year.”

To volunteer for the booksale in any way, email booksale@pequotlibrary.org, or call the Library at 203-259-0346.

For more information on the Sale, or to volunteer at the event, email booksale@pequotlibrary.org, call the Library at 203-259-0346, or visit the Library’s website at www.pequotlibrary.org.

The schedule is: July 22, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.: All items double the marked price

July 23, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Items priced as marked

July 24, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Items priced as marked

July 25, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.: Items half off marked price

July 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: $5 a Bag Day

Other highlights:

- Young Readers Day on July 24, and it is intended as a family “event encouraging a life-long love of reading and learning in children.”

- The sale is a great volunteer opportunity and you can serve throughout the year or just on the days of the sale.

- Donations of books and other materials accept throughout the year, with an easy to use drive-up drop-off bins. Donations are tax deductible.

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Forms are due by July 15 and are available in several places

STRATFORD - The town’s Beautification Committee is seeking nominations for its thirteenth annual Beautification Awards Program.


Those who would like to nominate properties they want to see considered should submit forms by July 15. Nomination forms are available on the Town’s website (www.townofstratford.com) or in many public buildings such as the library and Town Hall, according to a statement

Judging will be conducted in early August, and an awards reception is planned for September, the statement said. The committee would like to recognize property owners who are helping promote the beautification of the town. The emphasis this year will be on curb appeal and the impact a beautified property has on its neighborhood, the statement said

The Beautification Committee also reports that Project Green Sweep was very successful this year, the statement said. The committee extended its appreciation to everyone who helped. Project Green Sweep is a town-wide community clean up effort that covers significant town parks and other highly visible gateway areas. Over 200 people assisted with the effort this year, which was held May 7, the statement said. As a result of the work of the volunteers, approximately 24 sites were cleaned up, including the beaches, Stratford Center, the streets around the airport, the Bond’s Dock area, Boothe Park, and Wooster Park, the statement said.

The Beautification Committee again teamed up with the boating community, which sponsored a multi-town clean up of the Housatonic River (Stratford, Shelton, and Milford) on the same day. That connection paid off: Public Works reports that Project Green Sweep and the River Clean Up jointly collected 15 tons of trash, the statement said.

The Beautification Committee has asked that individuals and groups contact the Town Planner if they are planning a cleanup or have completed one during the course of the year. For more information or if you have difficulty obtaining a nomination form for the Beautification Awards Program, call Town Planner Dave Killeen at 203-385-4017 or email him at dkilleen@townofstratford.com.

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The event will be held June 27

 

The Jewish Community Center in Woodbridge will hold a screening of Family in Captivity to commemorate the five year anniversary of Gilad Shalit being held in Gaza as a prisoner of Hamas. 

This new documentary provides rare images and interviews with the Shalit family as they fight for the release of their beloved son, brother and grandson – and cope with the ordeal of their anguished separation from him. The film, which was produced in 2011, is in Hebrew with English subtitles and is 59 minutes long. 

 

"Family in Captivity" is being shown in Jewish communities across North America.  The New Haven premiere will be held on June 27 at 7 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge.  Tickets are $10/adults, $5/students.  For more information, call Ruth Gross 203-387-2522 x310 or rgross@jewishnewhaven.org 

 

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Tickets are available for the event honoring the longtime Amity math teacher

ORANGE — Robert Drobish will receive the Paul Harris Community Service Award at the Rotary Club’s annual installation dinner June 23 at the Racebrook Country Club.


The party begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $38; reserve by contacting trishpearson218@gmail.com.

The dinner will also honor the club’s incoming officers and this year’s officers.

Drobish taught math at Amity Regional Jr. High School from 1961 and until 1994 and was named town “Living Treasure” in 2007. He moved to Orange more than 40 years ago. He was the university registrar at both Southern Connecticut and Western Connecticut state universities and has been a member of the Lions Club, the Knights of Columbus and the Holy Infant Council. He was a charter member and past president of the Orange Players and a manager of the Little League and the Babe Ruth League.

He and his wife of 49 years, Marian Riggio Drobish, have three children and eight grandchildren.

All of the concerts are at at the Rotary Pavilion at Fowler Field, behind the Milford Library

MILFORD — The Kapusta, Otzel & Averaimo Summer Nights by Harbor Lights Concert Series line-up is: July 1, American Festival Band, performing Sousa marches, Broadway tunes, and jazz medleys; July 8, Steve D’Agostino Singin’ & Swingin’ the Great American Standards; July 15, The Bernadettes present classic Motown hits, contemporary funk, soul, blues band sounds; July 22, RPM mixes British invasion, classic rock from the 1960s-80s and country rock; July 29, Gunsmoke, country and western music; Aug. 5, The Rumrunners, the best of the 1960s-80s and today, the band is mostly city firefighters; Aug. 12, Flashback, specializes in 1950-60s rock.


Concerts begin at 7 p.m. at the Rotary Pavilion at Fowler Field, behind the Milford Library on New Haven Avenue. Listen to WPLR and WICC for rain cancellations.

The Milford Chamber of Commerce Summer Nights by Harbor Lights Concert Series sponsored by Kapusta, Otzel & Averaimo Attorneys at Law will begin on Friday, June 24th at 7:00 PM.

The concert series begins with Milford Concert Band featuring show tunes, pop and patriotic music of the. The Milford Concert Band is made up of amateur and semi-professional musicians from the Greater Milford area ranging in age from High School students to retirees.

Established in 1992 the band has grown to 35 regular members. Milford resident Steven Saunders has been the Conductor of the Milford Concert Band.

The concert series will begin at 7 p.m. under the Rotary Pavilion at Fowler Field (behind the Library). No alcohol permitted – dancing at your own risk.

The Milford Chamber of Commerce is the only official business organization for the Milford business community. For more information contact: Kathy Alagno, President & CEO at 203-878-0681 or email kalagno@milfordct.com.

If you have a story idea or news tip please email us at briannhregister@gmail.com, and if you want to follow Milford and Orange news as it breaks please follow me on Twitter @nhrbmccready.

Also find me on Facebook, Brian McCready, and friend me. Each day I post a series of Milford news links and updates, and want to hear from you the reader about what you think about the stories, and most importantly we want to hear from you concerning what you'd like to see us cover.

Thanks,

Brian McCready
Milford Bureau Chief
203-789-5719

Milford Youth and Family Services is running a Technology Mentoring Program and reaching out to Milford Residents who wish to learn how to use basic computer programs and operating systems such as Windows, Snow Leopard or even how to input data. There are even individuals in the program that can assist Milford Residents with discovering how to search the internet and learn how to send email. Milford Youth and Family Services maintains a list of youth within the Milford community that possess these skills and are seeking temporary jobs. The Program connects Milford Residents with youth between the ages of 12 -17 in their neighborhood and helps the youth in acquiring work experience, a sense of accountability and self-assurance.

In addition, if you would like assistance with other tasks such as yard work, gardening, babysitting and other miscellaneous jobs, please contact Christie to learn more about The Rent-a-Kid Program.

For more information on The Technology Mentoring Program and/or The Rent-a-Kid Program please contact Christie Roche, Program Coordinator, at Milford Youth and Family Services at 203-783-3253.

This year's annual golf fundraiser for the Jiwanko Saathiharu: Jeremy Saxe Foundation for Education and Development, Inc.will be held on Sept. 19 at the beautiful Salem Golf Club.  Please save the date and keep an eye out next month for our invitation to participate and sponsor.

"With your help, we hope to build upon the tremendous success of our previous years' tournaments to provide another fun-filled afternoon of great golf, delicious food and good company all in the name of supporting Jiwanko Saathiharu and fulfilling Jeremy's mission of better education for Nepali children," organizers said in a statement.

Jiwanko Saathiharu: Jeremy Saxe Foundation for Education and Development, Inc. is a non-profit organization under Internal
Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.  Federal EIN # 26-3345574

heidi.saxe@jeremysaxefoundation.org c/o SDV 1952 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517 

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And you can still get in on the fun at the Fairfield Public Library

The library launched its Summer Reading Program for children, teens and adults on June 1.


Last year more than 2600 people - adults, teens and children - participated in the library’s summer reading fun. This year’s theme is “Read Around the World.”
Participants may register, input their books, write reviews, and maintain their reading records online. Individuals will be able to register from home, camp, while on vacation or at the beach.

For generations children in Fairfield have come to the library to spin the summer reading wheel. This fun continues or children may select any book from anywhere not just the Library. This year’s theme for children is “One World, Many Stories”, hinting at the wonderful world of exploration that is available through books--http://www.bizzbuzztv.com/services-videos/fairfield-public-library/52/90/. The Summer Reading Game runs from June 1 through August 5, offering children the opportunity to record their reading online, earning prizes after reading 5, 10 and 15 books. Children who do not yet read may have books read to them. Some of the special prizes include: a pass to Quassy Amusement Park, a ticket to a Sound Tigers opening hockey game, coupons for Subway and Fairfield Dairy Queen, and a new paperback book. Children in grades K-3 and younger that read 15 books by the end of the summer will receive a free ticket to a live performance of Aladdin at Roger Ludlowe Middle School on Thursday, August 18. In addition, for 4th and 5th graders who read 10 books, TD Bank is offering to put $10 into a new or existing account for each child--http://www.bizzbuzztv.com/services-videos/summer-reading-program-info/128/90/related/.

There will be two events this year to celebrate the end of school and the beginning of summer. On June 8 at Jennings Beach over 200 children and their caregivers joined in for a Preschool Sing-Along with Marcia Louis. On June 16 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., there will be a concert and sing-along with Annie and the Natural Wonder Band at Lake Mohegan. Drop by – all ages are welcome, and the event is free. There is no rain date for this event.
Teens entering grades 6 through 12 can read to win prizes all summer too. Teens register online and then write a short, simple review of their completed reading on our Summer Reading website. Enter your books, magazines, manga or graphic novels on line at www2.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org/sr for a chance to win both weekly and grand prizes, including gift cards to your favorite stores, video cameras, musical instruments from around the world, and maybe even an iPod Touch! Each week, the Library will raffle off a $50 gift card to a fun local business —Starbucks, Gofer Ice Cream, and Subway. Anyone who posts a review that week is eligible. Also for every 200 pages a teen reads, they earn a raffle ticket towards our grand prizes, which include an iPod Touch, International Musical Instruments (didgeridoo!) and autographed books by popular authors. Teens MUST be present at our Finale party on August 11th to win a grand prize, but if they can’t make it, they will be entered into an alternate raffle. For more information about the Teen Summer Reading “You Are Here”, visit our FAQ at http://fplteenspeak.wordpress.com.

Children and teens don’t have an exclusive on summer reading fun at the Library! For a third year, adults will be able to participate in their own reading program, “Novel Destinations”. Each week a different reading theme will be highlighted with reading suggestions and weekly raffle drawings. Registration is easy: visit our website and sign up once, and then drop your name in the raffle buckets at any service desk each time you visit the library (Main or Woods Branch). Prizes for a weekly lucky winner at each building may include restaurant gift certificates, museum tickets and autographed books.

 All programs at the Fairfield Public Library are offered to the public free of charge. More information is available by calling the Fairfield Public library at 203-256-3160 or at www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org. Follow the Library through Twitter: www.twitter.com/fairfieldpublib and Facebook: www.facebook.com/fairfieldlibrary.

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The Fairfield Public Library Woods Branch will hold a discussion on Credit Reports and Credit Scores: Getting the most mileage from Credit from 5:30 to 7 p.m. June 27.
The session will be held at the Woods Branch Library, 1147 Fairfield Woods Road.
Sheryle McMillan from Money Management will be the instructor.

Your credit report and credit score, when used together, provide an inspection of your credit. Accurate information in your credit report is the key to obtaining the best credit terms and rates. Learn how to obtain, read, understand and dispute inaccurate information on your credit report. Discover how your credit score can affect more than your ability to establish or re-establish credit.
Registration is required for the session.
To register call 203-255-7308 or visit http://www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org/ . Follow the Fairfield Public Library on Twitter: www.twitter.com/fairfieldpublib and Facebook: www.facebook.com/fairfieldlibrary.

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There is no charge to attend the monthly programs

MILFORD — Carriage Green at Milford will hold a Family and Caregivers Support Group of those suffering with Alzheimer’s disease at 5:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of every month. Carriage Green at Milford is at 77 Plains Road.


The support group provides participants with an opportunity to learn more about the different stages of Alzheimer’s and offers tips on ways to cope.

The program is free. Refreshments will be served. RSVP by calling Carriage Green at Milford at 203-874-4408.

This month's movie will be Cool Hand Luke.

The Fairfield Public Library's monthly program, Guy's Night Out, will be held on June 17 in the Rotary Room at the Main Library, 1080 Old Post Road.  

A man refuses to conform to life in a rural prison in this classic 1967 film, starring Paul Newman.   The movie will be shown on a 120" Hi-Definition projection system complete with surround sound and Blu-ray player.  Guys Night Out is open to all, but the content is not appropriate for minors.  A veritable feast will be provided by Fitzgerald's Fine Catering which is located on Bennett Street in Bridgeport.  Food and refreshments arrive at 5:30 p.m.  The movie begins at 6:30 p.m.  Follow the movie blog at www.fairfieldpublic library.org/blogs/movies.

Registration is required.  Please do so by going online at www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org or call 203-256-3160.  All events at the Fairfield Public Library are free of charge.  Follow the Fairfield Public Library on Twitter: www.twitter.com/fairfieldpublib and Facebook:  www.facebook.com/fairfieldlibrary.

 

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The town has May elections and here are the details of the ceremony:

WOODBRIDGE — The town will hold its swearing-in ceremony for officials who were recently elected at 4 p.m. June 30 at Town Hall 11 Meetinghouse Lane.


Connecticut Chief Appellate Court Judge Joseph P. Flynn will officiate.

Officials being sworn are the first selectman, and members of the Board of Selectmen, Woodbridge Board of Education, Board of Assessment Appeals, Zoning Board of Appeals and Zoning Board of Appeals Alternates and Amity Regional Board of Education.

Light refreshments will be served.

To RSVP, call 203-389-3400.

And it's free

 

          While area residents continue to wait patiently for the reopening of the American Shakespeare Theatre, the Stratford Library is offering the best of the Bard all summer long.  The popular Hudson Shakespeare Company of New Jersey will return to Stratford for its tenth annual season with a program of three productions performed outside in the library's scenic amphitheatre. The schedule this year includes "A Midsummer Night's Dream" opening the series on June 18^th followed by "Henry V" on July 23 and "Timon of Athens" on August 13.  The presentations, co-sponsored by the Square One Theatre Company, are free and open to the public.

            "A Midsummer Night's Dream" concerns a mismatched quartet of  lovers set loose in a magical forest who fall under the spell of mischievous fairies.  Directed by Noelle Fair, the Hudson company of actors includes Tzena Nicole, Jon Ciccarelli, Taylor Marsh, Melissa Meli, Leanne Mercadante, Amanda LaPergola, Imran Sheikh, Corey Whelihan and Reynaldo Piniella.

"A Midsummer Night's Dream" will be performed on Saturday, June 18 at 2 pm.  Patrons should bring a lawn chair or blanket to spread in the amphitheatre prior to the 2 p.m. show time. 

In the event of rain or extreme heat, performances will take place in the library's air-conditioned Lovell Room.

            For further information, call the Stratford Library Public Relations and Programming Office at 203.385.4162 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

 

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SEN. SLOSSBERG HAILS SENATE VOTE TO LIFT CAP ON COVERAGE FOR SPECIALIZED FORMULA

Hartford – State Senator Gayle S. Slossberg (D-Milford) was joined by a majority of her Senate colleagues Wednesday to approve her initiative to expand insurance coverage for medically necessary specialized formulas. Current law requires coverage of these nutritional formulas for children up to 12 years old; Senator Slossberg co-sponsored this year’s legislation to eliminate that cap altogether.

Earlier this year the bill was approved in two separate legislative committees by wide margins and Wednesday’s Senate vote was 24 – 11. The bill now advances to the House of Representatives for its consideration and action.

“Metabolic disorders requiring these specialized formulas are complex and unpredictable and no one can accurately predict at what age – if ever – a person will outgrow the need for them,” Senator Slossberg said. “With that in mind, any arbitrary cap on the age at which coverage stops is cruel and unfair at best – on behalf of all the families that depend on these supplements and coverage for them, I’m delighted by Senate support for this bill.”

Senator Slossberg was among those who testified on behalf of this legislation at a formal public hearing in February. She said at the time the average monthly cost for specialized formulas can be as much as $1,000, which she said is an untenable surcharge for affected families that already pay insurance premiums.

“The sad truth is that residents who require specialized formulas are often simply unable to tolerate or digest regular foods and they literally depend upon these nutritional formulas for their day-to-day health and well-being, and I believe that is a responsibility of health insurance policies,” Senator Slossberg said. “My research suggests the vast majority of other states across the country require insurers to provide comparable coverage and I urge my counterparts in the House to have Connecticut join them with this initiative.”

“Families purchase health insurance with expectation that should they need lifesaving medicine, they will be covered,” Senator Slossberg continued. “The specialized formula these people need is life sustaining in that they won’t survive without it.”

“I’m grateful my colleagues understand this initiative is common sense in that we cannot allow the withholding of lifesaving medicine,” Senator Slossberg concluded. “We shouldn’t allow health insurance companies to prevent people from obtaining life-sustaining formula.”

The information in this post comes from State Sen. Gayle Slossberg