illingworth Krier

Killingworth Krier
A Chamber of Commerce publication • www.Killingworthct.com
In This Issue
Chamber Profile
-3KCC President’s
Corner
-4Apply for Special
Land Designations
-5Lions Club Dish up
Favorites
-6New Neighborhood
Assistance Act
Programs Approved
-8Library Notations
-10Parmelee Farm
-12Town Hall Notes
-14Town Meetings
-15Emergency
Notifications
-16Meet our Town
Tax Collector
-17Senior News
-22Community Events
-28HK Grads Ready to
Rock Music World
-30Classifieds
-33Faith & Spirituality
-34Advertiser Index
-35A Novel Affair
-36-
September 2013
Chamber News
President: Carrie Sassi
Pizzeria Da Vinci
Vice-President: Joe Gomez
3 Sons Custom Closets
Treasurer: Dorothy Wright,
Accounting Services
Co-Secretary: Keira Eule, Sandy Miller
Guilford Savings Bank
Membership Chair: Abbey Albrecht
Killingworth Garage
Board of Directors
Susan Flynn
Flynn Associates Real Estate, LLC
Tim Gannon
Gannon Photography
Keith Lyke
Killingworth Family Pharmacy
Connie Meierdiercks
TD Bank
Richard Pleines
Old Hickory Furniture
Dale Wilcox
Higganum Dental Associates
Krier Information
The Killingworth Krier
Est. 1993
Published by The Killingworth
Chamber of Commerce and
distributed to Killingworth residents to
give information about local events and to
promote and encourage local businesses.
Editor: Fiona Phelan
Layout & Design: Susan Gumbart,
Gumbart Graphics/Personal Publications
Advertising: Susan Gumbart,
Fiona Phelan
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Phone: (860) 961-6662
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or for typographical errors or errors in
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to refuse any advertising for any reason
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Board of Directors Meeting
KCC Directory Update Time
The Killingworth Chamber of
Commerce Board of Directors will
hold its monthly meeting on Sept. 12
at 7 p.m. at the Killingworth Library.
The Board meets the 2nd Thursday of
the month. All members are welcome
to attend. Business owners interested
in joining the Chamber are also
invited to attend.
It’s time once again for Chamber
members to update information to be
included in the 2014 edition of print
and online editions of the Chamber
of Commerce Business Directory. This
Directory is a listing of KCC member
businesses and is mailed to every
resident in town.
If you do not complete a directory
update form, your business will not be
included in the 2014 Directory.
Take the time now to log on to
www.killingworthct.com and click
on the “Directory Update Form” link.
Please complete the form, making sure
you select the “Business Type” that
you would like to be listed under. If you
do not indicate the type of business,
we will select a category that we
believe best fits your business.
The form must be completed each
year even if your information has not
changed since the year before. You
must complete the Directory Update
Form by Nov. 1 to be included in the
2014 edition.
Only members in good standing
can advertise in the Killingworth Krier
and be included in the online and print
member directories. Members who
have not paid their dues will forfeit the
benefit of advertising and be removed
from the Chamber online directory.
2014 KCC Directory
Cover Photo Wanted
The Killingworth Chamber of
Commerce is looking for a photo to
grace the cover of the 2014 annual
business directory. Submissions
can be from either an amateur or
professional photographer but
should be a Killingworth scene or
something that you believe embodies
the town. No fees will be paid to the
photographer, but photo credit will be
given in the Directory.
Email your high resolution digital
photos to k-krier@comcast.net by Nov 1.
Past Issues of the Krier
Past Krier issues are available online
at www.killingworthct.com (click on the
link to the Krier).
Also, extra copies of the current
month’s Krier are available at the
Killingworth Library, Killingworth Town
Hall, Dino’s in Higganum, Higganum
Wine and Spirits, Higganum Pharmacy
and Guilford Savings Bank in the North
Madison Shopping Center.
Chamber Member Dues
Annual membership fees are now
past due. Invoices were mailed to
all Chamber members in June. Dues
in the amount of $110 for business
members and $55 for non profit
organizations are due. All payments
should be made ASAP to KCC and
mailed to: PO Box 780, Killingworth,
CT 06419.
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Christmas at the Farm
It’s not too early to put some
Holiday events on your calendar.
Reserve Dec. 7 for the Chamber of
Commerce’s Christmas at the Farm.
Inclement weather date is Dec. 8.
Join us for a tree lighting ceremony,
Christmas carols, refreshments and
shopping with local business vendors.
If you’re interested in reserving
space, please contact Joe Gomez at
(203) 671-5076. Tables are $20 for
Chamber members and $40 for
non members.
Chamber Member Profile
By Fiona Phelan
Business:
Member:
Contact:
Email:
Web: Qivana of Killingworth
Tracy DesJardins
(860) 304-5501
tad16@sbcglobal.net
www.tracyd.myqivana.com
When fitness professional Tracy DesJardins heard
her now mentor talking to another instructor about
her financial success from selling Qivana products,
DesJardins was intrigued. When she heard how
customers were feeling using the products, she was in.
Founded in 2009, Qivana offers a multitude of
products for your core health, metabolic correction, pain
and inflammation, stress relief, cardiovascular health,
skin and hair health, optimal aging and much more. On
its first day, Qivana sales exceeded $1.3 million.
DesJardins, a lifelong Killingworth resident and
mother of two adult children, has been a fitness
instructor and personal trainer along the shoreline for
over 30 years. When she and her husband Ray, owner of
RLD Heating and Cooling, tried the Qivana supplement
products for themselves, they knew they were on to
a winner. Not only would the products provide health
benefits for themselves and their families, but could also
lead to financial success.
“I work full time in the fitness industry, and I have
never seen anything work for the body like Qivana,” says
DesJardins. “The science is real, the business model
brilliant and constantly growing, and the management
support is motivating. Qivana’s time has come, and I’m
proud to be part of the epic journey.”
Qivana set out to redefine the health and wellness
industry by partnering scientifically validated natural
products with an exciting business opportunity,
according to the company website. Founded by five
industry veterans, Qivana was created with one purpose
in mind: to empower you to improve your physical and
financial health, the website states.
DesJardins signed on as a business owner two years
ago as a way to supplement the family’s income. Today,
she has 700+ in her organization, working from home.
She is currently developing a strong team based in San
Diego, CA, and has recently expanded her team into
Toronto, Canada. Qivana is young, the timing is perfect,
and the world is wide open for business, she notes.
“This is an opportunity with a low up-front
investment but high return,” says DesJardins. “Initially I
said I would try this business for one year, but it’s been
so successful that I’m now able to build teams and help
them be successful. Their success adds to my success.”
Photo by Fiona Phelan
Tracy DesJardins, fitness instructor and personal trainer with some of
her Qivana products.
New business owners choose an entry level investment
and receive Qivana products in return, says DesJardins. “It’s
a small investment to begin a business with huge tax breaks
and get healthy while doing so. There is even a way to try
products at wholesale pricing as a customer.”
If you’re interested in learning more about the health
benefits of the Qivana products or becoming a business
owner, contact DesJardins and she can help you on your
path to financial success.
Qivana is for everyone. Learn more with just a 15
minute phone call.
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KCC President’s Corner
being held by SouthEastern CT
SCORE and is sponsored by Liberty
Bank. For registration, please
contact Eric Munro, SECT SCORE at
sectworkshops@gmail.com or
(860) 388-9508.
Discussion will cover the elements
of business-to-financial institution
relationships during the start-up
and operation phases of a business.
The value of key components of
documents such as a business plan,
financial statements, and resources
available will be highlighted. This
workshop is intended to be interactive
incorporating participant experiences. The registration is limited so I
encourage you not to hesitate if
Chamber of Commerce President Carrie Sassi.
you are considering attending. I will
definitely be there to strengthen
my knowledge regarding my own
business ventures. I look forward
to seeing some of our Chambers
members as well. Best wishes for a lovely
September.
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“Happy Back to the Swing of
Things” time. A bittersweet time,
as we all unwind from summer, get
the kids back to school, “business as
usual”, and our schedules resume
some normalcy. Although it seems far
in the distance, our Chamber Board is
gearing up for our Annual Christmas
at the Farm event. Last year’s event
was a huge success, bringing a sense
of community to our little town and
a fun time for businesses to display
their wares and spread their news.
See page 2 of this issue of the Krier to
find out how you can get involved.
I’d like to share with you each
month a particular article of
interest or event that I feel may
interest Chamber members and
members of our community. This
month I would like to focus your
attention on a free Business Finances
workshop to be held on Sept. 12
at the Old Saybrook Town Hall. It
is an informative session given by
Michael Del Vecchio. Michael is
a professional project manager
and has a very well accomplished
background in counseling businesses
on all aspects. This workshop is
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Apply Now for Farmland, Forest, and
Open Space Designations
Under Connecticut Public Act 490, applications
for farmland, forest, and open space designations
must be submitted to the assessor between Sept.
1 and Oct. 31. Lands with these designations are
assessed at their use value rather than their fair
market or highest and best use value for purposes
of local property taxation. For basic facts about this
program, see http://www.ct.gov/doag/cwp/view.
asp?a=1366&q=259834
Landowners making an application for PA 490
farmland classification should understand that, unlike
the forest or open space classifications, farmland
designation depends on criteria established by the
local assessor. CGS Section 12-107(c) charges the
local assessor with determining what may or may not
qualify for such designation in accordance with state
statutes and the intent of the act: In determining
whether such land is farmland, such assessor shall
take into account, among other things, the acreage
of such land, the portion thereof in actual use for
farming or agricultural operations, the productivity of
such land, the gross income derived therefrom, the
nature and value of the equipment used in connection
therewith, and the extent to which the tracts comprising
such land are contiguous.1
If you wish to submit an application to have land
newly classified, or reclassified, as farmland, please
contact Assessor Terry Dinnean at (860) 663-1765 x 506.
A complete application consists of the State of
Connecticut Form M-29: “Application to the Assessor
for Classification of Land as Farm Land.” The complete
application must include all of the following:
The assessor may require all information concerning
to be shown on a. These include:
• A map or maps prepared or approved by a
registered professional engineer or surveyor,
showing the topographical features of the land, the
utilities, and the site layout.
• A description, by metes and bounds or courses and
distances, of the land to which such application
relates.
• A certified copy of any inland wetland permit
required to authorize any use or improvement to
which such application relates.
• A complete and comprehensive statement describing
the proposed use and all improvements relating
thereto, including:
(a) The topographical features of the land,
including grades, elevations, wetlands, and
watercourses, drainage and other natural
characteristics. Although woodland and wasteland
could easily be considered as non-productive to the
farm operation, a reasonable amount of wetlands,
hedgerows, outcrops, stony pastures, and woodlands
may be included as part of the landholding.
(b) The location on the land of all existing or
contemplated buildings, roadways, driveways,
sidewalks, parking facilities, paddocks, fencing, trails
and any recreational areas, and other constructional
features.
1. Connecticut’s Land Use Value Assessment Law PUBLIC ACT
490 A Practical Guide and Overview for Landowners, Assessors and
Government Officials. A Publication of Connecticut Farm Bureau
Association, Inc.
Reminder
All dogs must be licensed. You can renew your
license online at www.townofkillingworth.com
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Lions Club Will Dish Up Favorites at Durham Fair
By Fiona Phelan
There are many reasons
thousands of people flock to the
Durham Fair each year - the rides,
the crafts, the exhibits, the live
music and, of course the food. Not
to be missed is the Killingworth Lions
Club booth featuring stuffed clams,
hot dogs, chili dogs, award-winning
corn dogs, and fried dough pizza.
From the Club’s humble
beginnings in a small food trailer
to the new permanent booth built
entirely from time and materials
donated by members of the Club,
the Killingworth Lions have been
supporting the Durham Fair for more
than 35 years.
Over the years, the Lions have
become renowned for their corn
dogs with many fair-goers noting
that their Fair experience is not
complete without a Killingworth
corn dog. In recent years the
Lions have expanded their menu
by adding gourmet stuffed clams
and this year they will provide
a free juice box with a food
purchase for children. All proceeds from the Fair
generate funds for the Lions’
charity budget. The Killingworth
Photo courtesy of the Killingworth Lions Club.
Be sure to stop by the Lions Club booth at the Durham Fair for some tasty treats to benefit
the great causes supported by the Lions.
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P.O.Box 626 208 Rt. 81, Killingworth
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Lions Club Will Dish Up Favorites Continued from previous page
Lions provide funds for local
charities, locally sponsored regional
sight and health oriented events
and entertainment for children
and families. The Lions have
contributed well over $500,000 to
the Killingworth community and
surrounding area services with a
large percentage of the funds coming
directly from Durham Fair proceeds.
Left-over food items are donated to
local soup kitchens after the close of
the Fair.
This year, the Lions booth
will be open for four days with
about 58 volunteer positions. This
represents approximately 300
hours for just the Fair. However,
the Fair is an ongoing commitment
by the Club, with tasks like booth
maintenance, planning and
provisioning happening all year.
The Lions began selling fried
dough pizza back in 1973. At that
time they had a tent for a “booth”
in front of a cemetery. Each Lion
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worked at the booth on all three of
the Fair days. The Lions improved
the stall by purchasing a small trailer
which they converted to meet their
needs. Over the years, the trailer was
upgraded to meet the growing needs
of the Lions and the Fair committee.
The Killingworth Lions Club will be
ready to serve you at the 94th annual
Fair from Sept. 26-29. The Lions are
located opposite the First Aid Station
on the main food intersection ¾ of
the way up the hill.
More information about the Fair
can be found at www.durhamfair.
com and keep up to date with
the Lions by liking their Facebook
page at www.facebook.com/
killingworthlionsclub.
State Approves Two Killingworth
Neighborhood Assistance Act Programs
The State of Connecticut
has approved two Killingworth
proposals for the 2013
Neighborhood Assistance Act
program. This program allows
businesses to take tax credits for
monetary donations to local
non-profits.
The Connecticut NAA Tax Credit
Program is designed to generate
funding for municipal and taxexempt organizations by providing
a corporation business tax credit for
C-Corporation businesses who make
cash contributions before Sept. 30
to a participating organization.
The Killingworth Library
is seeking $24,000 to make
improvements identified by the
Energy Task Force that will reduce
its energy usage, producing
significant savings to the operating
budget, as well as making the
building “greener.”
“We received notification
from the State in August that
Killingworth’s submission to the
Neighborhood Assistance Act
program for energy conservationrelated upgrades to the library was
approved for the 100 percent tax
credit,” said Alison Karam, president
All-Ways
Dumpsters, Inc.
“we’re always there”
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860 663-3520
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of the Killingworth Library Association.
“It will be a triple-win for our library,
the Town and any business corporation
that chooses to contribute.”
A business contributing at least
$250 to the project can take a 100%
tax credit on its contribution. Thus
a contribution takes no additional
money from a company’s budget;
money that would otherwise go
to state taxes will go directly to a
worthwhile project in Town.
The Killingworth Land
Conservation Trust is looking to
raise at least $100,000 to help
preserve as open space the 52-acre
Welter property on Roast Meat
Hill Road. The property connects
Parmelee Farm to the Platt Nature
Center and forms part of the
Menunketesuck Greenway. A
business can take a 60% tax credit
for a contribution to this fund.
Continued on next page
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Get your Fall projects going before the leaves start falling:
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The Killingworth Kid’s
Center
Early Learning & Childcare Center
ACCEPTING
ENROLLMENT
155 Route 81,
Killingworth, CT
(860) 663-2433
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Town Programs Approved
Keithan To Be Honored
Continued from previous page
To receive the tax credit, a business must file Form
NAA-02—it’s less than a page—with the CT Department of
Revenue Services between Sept. 15 and Oct. 1. Complete
details on this process are available at http://www.ct.gov/
drs/lib/drs/publications/pubsip/2013/ip2013-9.pdf.
“The library and the Land Trust help make Killingworth
the wonderful place it is,” said First Selectwoman Cathy
Iino. “I hope businesses will take the opportunity to ‘Think
Local’ and support these two very worthwhile projects.”
For further information about the Library project,
contact Karam at president@killingworthlibrary.org, or
(860) 663-5463. For information on the KLCT, contact
President Suzanne Davenport, s1davenport@comcast.net,
or Bruce Dodson, scovilmed@msn.com, (860) 663-1649.
Killingworth resident George V. Keithan, Jr., will be
inducted into the Xavier High School Hall of Honors this month.
A graduate of the Class of 1981, Keithan was chosen to receive
the St. Francis Xavier Award for outstanding support of the Xavier
community at the school’s 50th Anniversary Celebration.
The selection criteria for Hall of Honors’ nominees are:
Xavier Alumni — Graduates whose achievements have
brought honor to themselves and to Xavier High School.
Alumni become eligible for induction 10 years after they
have graduated from Xavier; Faculty and Staff — Past and
present faculty and staff members, who, through their dedicated
service, have made a significant contribution to the students, the
school, and the Xavier community; and Loyal Friends of Xavier —
Individuals who have served Xavier in a very special way.
Keithan is a member of the Town Office Building
Committee and the Energy Task Force.
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Library Notations
Upcoming Author Visit
Author James Powers will visit the Library on Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. to discuss his
book, Saving the Farm: a Journey Through Time, Place, and Redemption.
Surrounded by the history of Wallingford, the old industrial town where
he grew up, Powers learned that connecting to the past brings a better
understanding of who we are today.
Saving the Farm tells the story of the restoration of the Dudley Farm in
North Guilford, where a team of amateur historians adopted the labor of love
to restore the old farmhouse and barn. Along with the preservation efforts,
the book details the history of Dudley Farm, flashing back to the 18th century
and describing the daily lives of mill workers, tanners, and others who made
their living off of the land. This is a fascinating look at Connecticut history, an
encouragement to all who seek to find the past hidden within the present.
Powers continues to share his love of history through his teaching at Guilford
High School and continued interest in local archaeology and 17th to 19th century
New England architecture. He holds two Masters degrees from Wesleyan
University, and lives with his wife Rita in an 18th century home in Durham, which
they are currently restoring.
Additional information and photo about Saving the Farm can be found at
the publisher’s website, http://www.homeboundpublications.com/, under the
author’s tab or my website, http://www.seekingthepast.com/.
Library Program Survey
Over the past year, the Library offered a wide variety of programs to
adults and families, including music, author talks, nature workshops, history
presentations, and health info-sessions. The KLA Programming Committee would
like to find out what programs you’d like to see at the Library in the years to come.
Link to an online survey through the Library website www.killingworthlibrary.
org (on the Events page), or through Facebook. Paper copies are also available at
the Library. Your feedback and support is appreciated.
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Library Book Discussion
The next meeting of the Killingworth
Library Tuesday Book Discussion Group
will be held on Sept. 10 . The book to
be discussed is The Immortal Life of
Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.
Discussion begins at 1 p.m. in the
Library meeting room and newcomers
are always welcome. Copies of the book
will be available at the circulation desk.
Fall Kid’s Programs
Registration for Fall children’s
programs at the Library begins Sept. 3.
Sign-up by phone (860) 663-2000, or
in person. Killingworth residents are
given priority.
It’s Theater Time is open to
children 2 ½ year olds and older.
Storyteller Judy Potter, a teacher
at the Chester Child Center for 36
years, will lead this program that
includes singing, dancing, and acting.
The program will meet Fridays, 11 11:30 a.m., beginning Sept. 6.
Love 2 Sign with Jaye is open
to children six months to six years
Artist Workshop
old. The program will meet Thursdays,
Oct. 3 - Nov. 21, 10:30 - 11 a.m. Sign
language for children.
Terrific Twos is especially for children
between the ages of 24 and 36 months.
Parents and caregivers are invited to
enjoy some rhyme time fun with their
child. Wednesdays, 10 - 10:30 a.m.,
Oct. 2 - 30. Drop in format
Storytime is especially for three
and four-year-olds. Program meets
Wednesdays, 10 - 10:30 a.m.,
Nov. 6 - 27. Drop in format.
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Would you like to try your hand
at painting and drawing en plein air.
Retired graphic designer and illustrator
Edward Rosado will offer on location
instruction and critique at a half-day
outdoor workshop featuring sketching,
watercolors and pastels on Oct. 5 at
Candlewood Hill Pond in Higganum,
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Participants will meet
at the library.
The program is co-sponsored by
the Killingworth Library and the newlyformed arts organization, Alliance of
Haddam Artists (AHA). Bring your own
art supplies and a bag lunch. Easels will
be provided.
Proceeds of the workshop fee of
$15 per person benefit the Killingworth
Library and AHA. The fee is due to the
instructor at the workshop.
Space is limited to 12 participants,
must be 14 or older. Seniors welcome.
Please sign-up at the Library or call the
Library at (860) 663-2000.
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What’s Happening At The Farm
One of the gems of small
town living is the strong sense of
community that flourishes in a
place where everyone knows their
neighbor. We’re raising children,
creating neighborhoods, serving on
boards, volunteering for projects,
debating issues and supporting
local business together. With this
sense of the familiar we are less
apt to turn a deaf ear or a blind eye
when someone is in need or there is
a task to accomplish. Indeed, it takes
a village. The Killingworth Lions Club has
been a guiding light in town for
43 years now. One of their more
spectacular events has been the
recent concert series. The money
raised benefits the restoration of
the Parmelee Farm. Perhaps you’ve
joined us as Richie Havens, Judy
Collins and Arlo Guthrie graced the
Killingworth Middle School stage in
support of our goal, the Parmelee
Farm Mission - to become a
community connection to the natural
environment and a cultural, historical
and educational center for all. This year, we are honored to
report that Gordon Lightfoot will join
the ranks and perform on Nov. 3 at
Superintendent of Schools, and Mike
Butler Media.
Meanwhile, back at the farm, work
continues on the pole barn as the
Community Garden season begins to
wind down. Tim Foreman and Karl
Auer are completing the footings and
stabilizing the barn so that the Lions
can continue their work restoring it for
future use.
If you would like to get
involved by volunteering your time
or skills at Parmelee farm, please
contact Chairman Tim Gannon at
(860) 395-9887 or e-mail: tim@
gannonphoto.com
Gordon Lightfoot - 50 Years on the
Carefree Highway
the Middle School. Please join us for
another wonderful night of music
right here in town. Visit http://www.
lionsclubconcerts.org/ for more
information and tickets.
We have many to thank for this
exciting event, especially the Lions
Club Concert Committee – Bruce
Dodson, Charlie Martens, Les Riblet,
Charlie Smith, John Edwards, John
McCurdy and Peg Scofield. Many
thanks also to Howard Thiery,
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See you at the concert.
The Parmelee Steering
Committee
November Election Slates Announced
The Killingworth Democratic Town
Committee has endorsed Cathy Iino to run
for her third term as First Selectwoman
and Lou Annino, Jr., was selected to run
for a second term as Selectman. Other candidates selected at the
caucus were as follows:
• Town Treasurer: Claudette Lagasse
• Town Clerk: Linda Dudek
• Board of Finance: Carolyn Anderson, Gwenne Celmer
and Joel D’Angelo
• Board of Assessment Appeals: Sheila Ahearn
• Planning & Zoning Commission: Jeff Reisman,
Geoffrey Cook, and Timothy Withington
• Planning & Zoning Alternate: Joan Gay
• Zoning Board of Appeals: Brian Young
• Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate: Mark Williams
• Fire Commissioner: Bryan Mahoney
• RSD 17 Board of Education: Michele Amendola
(2 year term), Susan Dean and Jamie Lehane
(both 4 year terms)
Rick Albrecht chaired the caucus, and Kathleen Amoia
served as the caucus secretary.
The Killingworth Republican Town
Committee (KRTC) has nominated and
unanimously endorsed Zoning Board of
Appeals (Alt.) member Matthew Young
for the position of First Selectman in
the Nov. 5 elections.
Young is the owner of a local construction company
and a highly regarded member of his church and
the community, the KRTC states. As an experienced
business and civic leader, Young stated that he has
many wonderful ideas he wishes to bring to the town
of Killingworth and he enthusiastically accepted the
nomination. His wife, Jeannie, is a member of the
Board of Education and they have four children.
Rounding out the ballot for the 2013 Killingworth
elections are:
• Office of Selectmen: Fred Dudek and
Jeffrey Yazmer
• Town Clerk: Deborah Butler
• Board of Finance: Shawn O’Connell and
David Denvir
• Board of Education (4 year term): Derek Phelps
• Board of Education (2 year term): Jeannie Young
• Board of Assessment Appeals: Daniel Haas
• Planning and Zoning: David Gross
• Zoning Board of Appeals: Les Riblet
• Zoning Board of Appeals (Alt.): Nancy Gorski
• Fire Commissioner: Michael Butler
The nominations were certified by Nominating
Subcommittee Chair Nancy Gorski.
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Killingworth Elementary School.
Only registered Republicans may vote.
If you are unsure of your affiliation please call the
Registrar of Voters (860) 663-1765 ext 216 and leave a
message or stop by during our office hours, Tuesdays,
3:30 -7 p.m.
All mail-in Voter Registrations must be postmarked
by Sept.5, 2013.
In-person Voter Registration will be accepted until
noon Sept. 9, 2013.
If you need an Absentee Ballot contact the Town
Clerk at (860) 663-1765 ext 204.
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Town Hall Notes
By Cathy Iino, First Selectwoman
Hazard Mitigation survey. In the
last four years alone, Killingworth
residents have suffered through six
federally declared natural disasters,
which brought flooding, downed
trees, prolonged power outages,
impassable roads, and lack of
services. With the help of RiverCOG,
our local council of governments,
we are currently drafting a Natural
Hazards Mitigation Plan identifying
measures available to residents
and the town to prepare for future
natural hazards. FEMA, the Federal
Emergency Management Agency,
requires towns to have such plans in
place to be eligible for planning and
mitigation grants.
Now, we would like your
input on the plan. The Natural
Hazards Mitigation Plan and a
short survey are on line at www.
townofkillingworth.com. If you
cannot complete the survey online,
you can obtain a paper copy at the
Town Hall or the Killingworth Library.
Recycling. We can now recycle
plastic toys, beverage crates, laundry
baskets, large buckets, storage
containers. Remove metal parts such
as axles and hinges—they can go in
the metal bin—and glass mirrors. No
black plastic or containers that held
hazardous materials.
Mosquito alert. Two illnesses
transmitted by mosquitoes in our
area, Eastern Equine Encephalitis and
West Nile Virus, have been found in
mosquitoes trapped in Connecticut
this year. Human infection with
EEE is rare but deadly. West Nile is
more common and is particularly
threatening to the elderly.
We should all try to minimize the
amount of standing water, where
mosquitoes can breed in a very short
time. Among the steps you can take are:
• Remove any containers that can
collect rain.
• Empty standing water from old
tires, including tire swings.
Residents with Transfer Station
stickers may discard tires for free.
• Clean clogged roof gutters.
• Turn over such items as wading
pools, wheelbarrows, and
recycling bins when not in use.
• Aerate ornamental pools or
stock them with fish.
School’s Open. Please drive like
your kids live here—they do. And we
want to keep it that way.
Sheltering in place. Here we are
at the height of hurricane season,
and once again the National Weather
Service says there is a greater-thanaverage chance of major storms.
Should a Category 3 hurricane hit us
directly, we would have to evacuate
our more vulnerable residences. In
smaller storms, we are likely to suffer
more from indirect damages such as
blocked roads and power outages,
and you may be most comfortable
sheltering at home.
Photo by Amy Etra
For Your convenience, an
Emergency Preparation Checklist can
be found on the opposite page.
Clip off the checklist and keep in a
handy spot as a reference. Additional
state and town emergency
information can be found on page 16.
Continued on next page
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Town Meetings
* visit www.townofkillingworth.com for updates and agendas
9/2
9/2
LABOR DAY - TOWN OFFICES CLOSED
7 p.m. Killingworth Foundation
Town Office Bldg.
9/3
9/3
9/3
6:30 p.m. BD. of Ed.-Facil. & Transp.
7 p.m. Planning and Zoning Coms.
7:30 p.m. RSD#17 BD. of Ed.
Central Office
Town Office Bldg.
Central Office
9/5 7 p.m. Parmelee Steering Comte.
Town Office Bldg.
9/9
9/9
7 p.m. Board of Selectmen
7:30 p.m. Park and Recreation Coms.
Town Office Bldg.
Town Office Bldg.
9/10
9/10
7 p.m. Board of Finance
7 p.m. Inland Wet./Wtrcrse. Coms.
Town Office Bldg.
Town Office Bldg.
9/11
9/11
7 p.m. Historic Review Committee
7 p.m. Public Health Agency
Town Office Bldg.
Town Office Bldg.
9/12 7:30 p.m. Conservation Coms.
Town Office Bldg.
9/17
9/17
9/17
9/17
2:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Health & Safety Comte.
Board of Ed.-Comm.
Planning and Zoning Coms.
BD. of Ed.-Ed. Comte.
Town Office Bldg.
HKMS
Town Office Bldg.
HKMS
9/18
7 p.m. Killingworth Hsng. Ptrnshp.
Town Office Bldg.
9/19
9/19
7 p.m. Town Office Building Comte.
7:30 p.m. Board of Fire Commissioners
Town Office Bldg.
Fire Headquarters
9/23
9/23
7 p.m. Board of Selectmen
7 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals
Town Office Bldg.
Town Office Bldg.
9/25 7 p.m. Traffic Safety Committee
9/25 7 p.m. Energy Task Force
9/25 7:30 p.m. HK Recreation Authority
Trooper Office
Town Office Bldg.
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Emergency
Preparation
Checklist
Below is a checklist of
preparations that will allow
you to shelter at home.
Although many guides will tell
you to keep 3-day supplies on
hand, we know that in a major
emergency, Killingworth could
be isolated for longer than
that, so we recommend 5-day
supplies of water and food.
In an extended, widespread
power outage, many ATMs
and gas pumps will be out of
commission.
Make a basic emergency
supply kit
1 gallon of potable water
per person for 5 days
Food: 5-day supply of
nonperishable items
Hand-operated can
opener
Flashlight(s) and batteries
First aid kit
Medications and medical
devices
Pet food, supplies, and
medications
Cash
Charge your cellphone
and other rechargeable
devices
Fill the fuel tanks on your
vehicles
Have on-hand several
days’ fuel for your
generator
Write down important
information and keep
handy
Family contact person,
in-state and out-of-state
Utility company phone
numbers
Doctor
Medical insurance
Home insurance
Medical conditions
Emergency Notifications For State And Town
Connecticut
Killingworth Notifications
Alert ENS
Notification Options:
The Town of Killingworth invites
The CT Alert ENS uses the state’s
Enhanced 9-1-1 (E9-1-1) database
for location-based notifications
to the public for life-threatening
emergencies. But the E9-1-1
database includes only traditional
wire-line telephone numbers in the
state (the “land line” phone you may
have in your home). The CT Alert ENS Citizen Sign-up
Page allows you to add other means
of communication to the CT Alert
ENS, in addition to your current
home phone “land line” if you have
one. For instance, you can add your
mobile phone number, your work
number etc.
The following devices can be
included to receive alerts from CT
Alert ENS:
• mobile phones
• voice over IP landlines
• text messaging and/or instant
messaging
• e-mail
• fax
• wireless personal digital
assistants such as Blackberry®
(PDA’s)
You are responsible for any costs
associated with your receipt of text,
phone, or other messages through
any emergency notification system. You can also specify the order
you want to receive the emergency
notification, by specifying the
contact path order for multiple
communication devices. The
system will cycle through your
communication devices until the
message is delivered and/or
confirmed on one of them in
accordance with the selection
made by the 911 Emergency
Communications Center.
To register your devices, visit
www.ct.gov/ctalert
you to stay connected to Town Hall
by signing up for email notifications.
This service does not replace the
reverse 9-1-1 CTAlert notification
system that is used for Emergency
Announcements.
Use the Join Our Mailing List
sign-up box at www.townofkillingworth.
com and add your email address to the
Town’s database. Privacy is important;
the Town will not sell, rent, or give your
name or address to anyone.
When signing up, you will
be asked to select the areas of
notifications you would like to
receive. You may stop notifications
or change your preferences at any
time by updating your profile. Please
note, however, that unsubscribing
to the email notifications entirely
will permanently prevent you from
being contacted at the email address
provided.
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• General Town notifications:
Notices and reminders about Town
meetings, Town referendums,
elections, and other general
announcements.
• Neighborhood Watch:
Updates from the Resident State
Trooper and First Selectwoman
concerning crimes reported in
Killingworth
• Public Works notifications:
Road closings, resurfacing, Transfer
Station announcements, and
general, non-emergency weatherrelated announcements.
• Lost and Found Pet
notifications: The Town occasionally
receives announcements from
the Town Animal Control Officer
regarding lost and found pets.
For questions, call or email
Town Hall at (860) 663-1765;
ciino@townofkillingworth.com
Meet our Town Tax Collector Michele Nuhn
By Samantha Hogan
Hall, she worked at a bank
Michele Nuhn has a
for 11 ½ years, as well as
job title that can make
Killingworth Nursery School,
a fair share of people
which she attended as a
cringe, but as Tax
child, Nuhn said. Then, in
Collector for the Town
2006, she started as an
of Killingworth it is a job
Assistant Town Clerk, a year
she keeps both friendly
before the tax collector
and accurate.
position opened up.
Since 2007, Nuhn
“I enjoy it, I really do
has worked as the
enjoy it,” Nuhn said.
Killingworth Tax Collector,
When she is not working
and last year she helped
at Town Hall, Nuhn shares
oversee the collection of
her time with her husband
more than $18 million
of
16½ years Todd, as
Photo by Samatha Hogan
from residents in real
well
as her two daughters
estate, motor vehicle and Tax Collector Michele Nuhn in her office at Town Hall.
Mikayla, 12, and Alexis 14.
personal property taxes,
As a family, the Nuhn’s look
she said. The taxes collected fund the
forward to attending the Conquer
charge of collecting the tax.”
town budget, with a majority going
Chiari Walk Across America held
Beyond the face-to-face
to the Regional District 17 school
in Westbrook each September.
interactions with residents, the Tax
system and smaller portions to fixing
Both
Nuhn and Mikayla have been
Collector’s office adheres to State
roads and paying town government
diagnosed with Chiari, which is a
statutes on how it collects funds,
salaries, she adds.
brain
malformation that pushes
creates monthly reports for the Board
“I think a lot of customers think
into
the
spinal column, she said.
of Finance and turns over funds on a
that we are the ones who dictate
Chiari
can
be developed over time,
monthly basis to the town Treasurer,
what they’re going to pay, and
or as in Mikayla’s case manifest
Nuhn said.
that we have a say in that, but we
at
birth, she said.The Nuhn’s have
“We try to keep it on a personal
really don’t,” Nuhn said. “The Board
attended
the walk for the past five
and friendly level, but still maintain
of Finance sets the mill rate, the
years, and are looking forward to
professionalism,” Nuhn said.
Assessor’s Department sets the
attending
this year as well, Nuhn
Nuhn is a lifelong resident of
assessment, and that’s how the tax
said.
Killingworth. Prior to starting at Town
is calculated. We are really just in
Samantha Hogan, a life-long
Killingworth resident, is a junior at
American University in Washington,
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Shoreline East Adds Weekend Trains
Weekend train service from New Haven to New
London and Old Saybrook on Shore Line East has been
added. The service will improve the accessibility of
Connecticut’s many coastline tourist attractions and
provide convenient access to beaches and parks.
“This is great news for Connecticut,” said Governor
Dannel P. Malloy. “New train service will make it easier
and more convenient to get to the coast and ease road
congestion during peak season. Visitors come from all
over to enjoy Long Island Sound and the great venues
near the shoreline.”
The service, operated by the Connecticut
Department of Transportation (DOT) will include 19
weekend and holiday trains—14 to/from New London
and five to/from Old Saybrook—in addition to the 30
regular Shore Line East weekday trains.
“The Department continues to work closely with
Amtrak to provide reliable and improved Shore Line
East train service for Connecticut train riders. The
schedule change, inaugurating regular weekend service
to and from New London, provides travel choices
for the citizens of Connecticut and is an attractive
alternative to traveling on Interstate 95 during
congested weekend traffic periods,” said Department of
Transportation Commissioner James P. Redeker. “The
new service to New London on weekends and holidays
complements the expanded New London service
offered each weekday.”
Connecticut’s Still Revolutionary tourism campaign
highlights the many activities and events happening
across the state. The Cross Sound Ferry, Ocean Beach
Park, Fort Trumbull State Park, and other venues and
attractions are easily accessed from Shore Line East,
and Niantic, Connecticut’s “fan favorite” town, is also in
the region.
“Expanded service on Shore Line East is great
news,” said Department of Economic and Community
Development Deputy Commissioner Kip Bergstrom.
“Weekend service on one of the busier commuter
routes in the state unlocks the tremendous economic
potential of the region because of its many popular
attractions and destinations. This allows more
residents to explore what’s in their own backyards and
opens up the New London area to even more visitors
and tourists for overnight stays. It’s truly a win-win for
the state.”
Information on the new service and schedule is
available at www.shorelineeast.com
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Local Community Members Believe in Giving Back
It all started over breakfast. East
Haddam resident Anne MacDonald had
already donated the funds to support
a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for
Youth and Family Services of HaddamKillingworth’s Healthy Community
Healthy Kids Coalition sponsored by
Troop F. At the breakfast, Troop F’s
Sergeant Salvatore Calvo introduced
her to YFS of HK Executive Director,
Cheryl Chandler. It was the beginning
of a relationship that would lead to
MacDonald’s donation of a 2013 FLHX
Street Glide Harley Davidson and the
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Healthy Community. In keeping
with MacDonald’s vision about
philanthropy, she wanted to “do
something big”.
Growing up in a hard working
family with three brothers,
MacDonald was taught that charity
begins at home. It was instilled by
her parents at an early age that
“when – not if – you are successful,
you give back.” She continues,
“and shame on me if I don’t.”
As the owner of Whitehawk
Construction, a high-end
commercial millwork installation
company, her hard work ethic
shows through all she touches. Her
favorite fundraiser to date, and a
continuing passion, was the ‘Vette
for a Vet event that helped raise
monies for the men and women of
the armed forces.
“When I see something, I need
to step up,” MacDonald says, and
with a rare combination of selfassurance and modesty explains,
“then I step back and let it happen.”
It seemed a natural progression,
then, that MacDonald would
reach out to friend and fellow
philanthropist Iso Dedushaj, owner
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of the Gelston House, to donate
his restaurant and food to bring
the vision of the Harley Bash to
completion.
Like MacDonald, Dedushaj has
quietly devoted his life to helping
those less fortunate, especially
children. Born in a small town in
Montenegro, Dedushaj was one of
11 children. He credits his parents for
teaching all of them the importance
of sharing whatever you have with
others. He has passed this sentiment
on to his own three children who are
also actively involved in charitable
organizations.
“What is the best thing in life,” he
asks, “helping children.” He describes
the Gelston House as a place where
everyone can feel comfortable and
is proud that he can be a part of
bringing people together. Even
as a successful business owner,
Dedushaj’s guiding principle is to
“put in your heart, don’t look in your
pocket.”
Both MacDonald and Dedushaj
stress the importance of community
and saw an opportunity to support
Youth and Family Services’
commitment to enhancing child
and youth development, enriching
families, and promoting healthy
Haddam and Killingworth
communities. YFS of HK provides
counseling, prevention, early
childhood services and more to
Haddam and Killingworth.
Please join us on Sept. 15 from
12 - 4 p.m. to support Youth and
Family Services and enjoy an
afternoon of food, live music, door
prizes, and giving. Only 2,000 tickets
will be sold and someone will walk
away with a brand new Harley
Davidson.
For more information and for
tickets, call (860) 345-7498 or visit
www.hkyfs.org
Project Graduation 2014
Shrek Show A Success
Haddam Killingworth Project Graduation hosted
yet another successful celebration for the graduating
class after commencement ceremonies and planning is
already underway for the Class of 2014 event. This year’s
event was attended by 135 graduates and eight guests.
The students had a great time and, for the 24th year, our
communities can be proud of a safe and accident-free
graduation night.
The Committee, which meets the 2nd Tuesday of
each month at 7 p.m. in the lower media center is
looking for new members. If you’re interested, join the
Committee for its first meeting of the year on Sept. 10.
No experience is necessary to join the group. Project
Graduation includes parents and community members
committed to providing a safe, alcohol- and substancefree party for the students of HKHS after graduation.
If you are interested in joining any of our committees,
please contact Laura Roman at (860) 345-3583 or
landroman@gmail.com.
Project Graduation would not be possible without
the many members of our communities who donate
their time, efforts, money, products, food, beverages
and support to the event.
Killingworth blooms in the summer.
Verdant meadows, majestic trees and flowering
gardens nestle alongside old stone walls to create our
quintessential New England town. One only has to
meander our streets to see how kind life can be here.
For the past seven years, our children, our adults and
seniors have assembled together every summer to
create some added magic to our town. Artful Living
has produced smash hit musicals for family-friendly
audiences. These are BIG - big casts, big orchestras,
big scenery, costumes and effects and big on creating
wonderful memories for an intergenerational cast that
has shared joy with literally thousands of CT residents.
I thank you cast and crew members who have
participated and invite any others to consider the
opportunity next summer. I also thank the residents of
Killingworth who continue to support the arts and add
‘community’ to all that our community theater means.
Artful Living adds a bit more quality of good living
and continues to bloom alongside our loved town.
With gratitude and appreciation,
Christopher Solimene
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Troop K Cadet Program
The Connecticut State Police
(CSP) Troop K Cadet Post 028 is
seeking new members interested
in careers in criminal justice or law
enforcement. The CSP Troop K program
was created to be a co-ed,
paramilitary program for youths
between the ages of 14 and 20
who are possibly interested in
the field of law enforcement. The
Cadet program is a leadership
organization which emphasizes
the development of responsibility
and discipline. Meetings are held on Tuesdays
from 7 to 9 p.m. at Troop K. Cadets
serve the community by assisting
troopers with traffic control and
security at local events. Troop K
is located at 127 Norwich Ave.,
Colchester.
In the past, Cadets have
received limited training in basic law
enforcement skills, including crime
scene processing, training with the
National Guard stationed at Camp
Niantic, CPR, first aid, firearms safety,
and military drills. Cadets may also be responsible
for coordinating special events
outside of meetings such as
fundraising, community service,
and leadership events. Proceeds
from these events may be used to
purchase uniforms and equipment. Past Cadets have continued
to pursue their interest in criminal
justice and law enforcement by
attending college (including
military college), or enlisting in
the National Guard or the United
States Marine Corps.
Those interested may contact
either Advisor Michael McKiernan
at michael.p.mckiernan@gmail.
com or Advisor Nate Lochowski
at nlochowski@gmail.com
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Killingworth Seniors
Senior Resources
After a summer of relaxing, the Killingworth
Seniors will resume monthly meetings on Sept. 9.
Meetings are at 1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the
Congregational Church.
The guest speaker will be Terrance Dinnean, the
Town Assessor. He will explain the local senior tax
relief program and other benefits that the town offers.
There will be a short business meeting to elect
officers for the year and to plan future activities.
Refreshments will be served.
Seniors will resume their Pen Pal program with 18
third graders from Killingworth Elementary School,
an enjoyable activity for both student and senior. All
Seniors are invited to participate in this program.
All Seniors are invited to join the group at any time.
If you have any ideas for speakers or programs, please
share them with us. More for more information about
the Killingworth Seniors, contact Cathy Kofi
(860) 663-1807, or Carol Sheridan (860) 663-1136.
There are many organizations in Connecticut that
assist senior citizens with a variety of needs. We have
provided a list of a few of the services available.
Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCP)
is a state and federally funded program that offers
home or community based services to Connecticut
residents 65 years and older, as an alternative to nursing
homes. The program provides home care services for
moderately frail elders to extensive home care for very
frail elders who would otherwise be in a nursing home
on Medicaid. This program is available to Connecticut
residents aged 65 and older who financially and
functionally qualify. For more information, contact the
Connecticut Dept of Social Services (Alternate Care
Unit), 25 Sigourney St., 11 Flr., Hartford. (860) 424-4904
or 800-445-5394.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
is operated by the Connecticut Department of Social
Services (DSS). Benefits are provided in the form of an
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The Estuary Council of Seniors in Old Saybrook is
offering a Tour of Distinction Grand Mediterranean
Cruise, Oct. 1 - 14.
This 14 day/13 night tour includes: round trip
airfare; round trip airport transfers; 12 Night NCL
Cruise; four shore excursions; meals on-board the
ship; on-board entertainment; full-time tour escort;
gratuities for the driver and escort.
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electronic benefits card (commonly
known as an “EBT” card) that may
be used to buy food items in most
food stores. The amount of food
stamp benefits received each month
depends on family size, income and
expenses. For more information or
to apply for food stamps, contact
the local office of the Department
of Social Services. Information
can also be obtained from the
Hunger Division of the Connecticut
Association for Human Services (860)
951-2212 or visit online at www.
endhungerct.org
The Connecticut Energy Assistance
Program (CEAP) and State Appropriated
Fuel Assistance Program (SAFAP)
provides assistance with heating bill
payments. This program is available to all
lower-income Connecticut households,
including those in which, one member of
the household is at least 60 years old or
disabled.
Applications may be made between
Nov. 1 and April 30 at the local
Community Action Agency, which can
be identified by calling INFOLINE at 211
or the Department of Social Services’
Energy Line: at 1-800-842-1132. Home
visits are available for persons who are
homebound.
RSD17 School Information
Web: www.rsd17.org; www.facebook.com/hkschools
Superintendent of Schools: Howard Thiery
(860) 345-4534
Email: hthiery@rsd17.org
Transportation: (860) 345-8228
Haddam Killingworth High School (Grades 9-12)
Charles Macunas, Principal
Email: cmacunas@rsd17.org
Priscilla Luoma, Asst. Principal
Email: plouma@rsd17.org
95 Little City Rd. PO Box 569, Higganum, CT 06441
Telephone: (860) 345-8541 Fax: (860) 345-8252
Daily Start time: 7:25 a.m.; End time: 2:10 p.m.
Half Day: Start time: 7:25 a.m.; End time: 11:55 a.m.
Haddam Killingworth Middle School (Grades 5-8)
Miriam Wagner, Principal
Email: mwagner@rsd17.org
Neil English, Asst. Principal
Email: nenglish@rsd17.org
451 Rt. 81, Killingworth, CT 06419-1240
Telephone: (860) 663-1241 Fax: (860) 663-2071
Regular Day: Start time: 8:05 a.m. End time: 2:50 p.m.
Half Day: Start time: 8:05 a.m. End time: 12:35 p.m.
Killingworth Elementary School (Grades K-4)
Dennis Reed, Principal
Email: dreed@rsd17.org
340 Rt. 81, PO Box 609, Killingworth, CT 06419
Telephone: (860) 663-1121 Fax: (860) 663-3827
Regular Day: Grades K-4: Start time: 8:40 a.m. End time: 3:25 p.m.
Regular Day: AM Preschool and ½ time Kindergarten:
Start time: 8:40 a.m. End time: 11:50 a.m.
Regular Day: PM Preschool: Start time: 11:55 a.m. End time: 3:25 p.m.
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Simplified Option for IRS Home Office Deduction
If you work from home you
are probably familiar with the IRS
home office deduction, available for
taxpayers who use their home for
business. Beginning this year, there is a
new, simpler option to determine the
business use of your home.
This simplified option does
not change the rules for who may
claim a home office deduction. It
merely simplifies the calculation and
recordkeeping requirements. The
new option can save you a lot of
time and will require less paperwork
and recordkeeping. Here are six facts the IRS
wants you to know about the new,
simplified method to claim the home
office deduction:
1. You may use the simplified
method when you file your 2013
tax return next year. If you use this
method to claim the home office
deduction, you will not need to
calculate your deduction based on
actual expenses. You may instead
multiply the square footage of your
home office by a prescribed rate.
2. The rate is $5 per square foot
of the part of your home used for
business. The maximum footage
allowed is 300 square feet. This means
the most you can deduct using the
new method is $1,500 per year.
3. You may choose either the
simplified method or the actual
expense method for any tax year.
Once you use a method for a specific
tax year, you cannot later change to
the other method for that same year.
4. If you use the simplified
method and you own your home,
you cannot depreciate your home
office. You can still deduct other
qualified home expenses, such as
mortgage interest and real estate
taxes. You will not need to allocate
these expenses between personal
and business use. This allocation
is required if you use the actual
expense method. You’ll claim these
deductions on Schedule A, Itemized
Deductions.
5. You can still fully deduct
business expenses that are unrelated
to the home if you use the simplified
method. These may include costs such as
advertising, supplies and wages paid to
employees.
6. If you use more than one home
with a qualified home office in the same
year, you can use the simplified method
for only one in that year. However, you
may use the simplified method for one
and actual expenses for any others in
that year.
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Morgan School Music Alumni Reunion Concert
The newly formed Morgan School
Music Alumni Association invites
alumni to sing in a Chorus Reunion
Concert honoring former Music
Director William L. Gagnon.
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All former Morgan chorus,
band or musical cast members
are invited to participate in the
event. Rehearsals will be held
Oct. 11 and 12 and the concert on
Oct. 13. Music will be distributed
at rehearsal. The 2 p.m. concert is open to
the public at The Morgan School in
the William L. Gagnon Auditorium.
A buffet dinner on Oct. 12 at
the Town Hall for an additional
$30 has been planned (BYOB) to
allow alumni the opportunity to
reconnect and recall their high
school days and join fellow Morgan
choristers in this musical tribute to
Gagnon.
The accompanist for the alumni
chorus will be Billy Ward. ‘83. The
event coincides with “Community
Spirit Days”, an element of the Town
of Clinton’s 350th Anniversary
Celebration.
Gagnon served as the Director of
Morgan’s Music Department from
1960 through 1984 and introduced
significant program elements to the
school system including Morgan’s
annual musical and exchange
concerts. The musical was a popular
entertainment event for the entire
town. Many Morgan graduates fondly
remember Gagnon, “Mr. G”, as Choral
Director, Band Director and teacher.
The Committee invites you to celebrate
Morgan music, and Gagnon.
Advanced registration is
required. For further information
contact: Facebook: “The Morgan
School Music Alumni Association”;
MorganMusicAlumni@att.net;
Jennifer Stannard, ‘73, at (203) 3297625; Kate Dunn Scott, ‘77, at (860)
342-1791; or Joan Bartick-Gould, ‘84,
at (203) 421-4457.
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7th Annual Holiday Shopping Donations Accepted
Have you been cleaning out your
closets or visiting any tag sales? If so,
the 7th Annual Hartford Boys & Girls
Club Holiday Shopping Night is fast
approaching and will be happy to
take the new and gently-used items
that you no longer want.
Supported primarily by residents
of Killingworth and Haddam, the
Shopping Night helps give the kids
of the Hartford Boys and Girls Club
a chance to choose holiday gifts to
give to their families.
We’re looking for gifts for kids,
dads, and teen boys, as well as moms:
• Toys and games in great condition that your kids no
longer use
• Costume jewelry you no
longer wear
• Gifts you’ve received that have
a place of honor in your closet
• Stuffed animals (in good shape)
• Gifts you’ve given to those
“hard to shop for” men and
TEENS - still with their tags on
• Plus, we need kids’ books.
Each shopper can choose a book
to bring home for themselves. And,
this year we’re expecting to have at
least 300 shoppers.
Think of us when you visit tag
sales...and pick up a few gifts for
the Shopping Night.
A collection date for donations
will be held in early October.
We’ll publish the details in
the Killingworth Krier and
Killingworthtoday.com
All donations are tax-deductible.
For more information on the Boys
& Girls Club of Hartford, please go to
www.bgchartford.org.
If you have donations and
want to get them out of your
house before October - or for
more information on the Holiday
Shopping Night - please call Carolyn
Anderson at (860) 663-3481.
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Crafters Wanted
for HKMS
Craft Fair
The 26th Annual HaddamKillingworth Middle School Holiday
Craft Fair will be held on Nov. 23.
Crafters interested in participating
can download an application from
the school website at www.rsd17.
org, under the Middle School
link, or contact Laura Roman at
landdroman@gmail.com or (860)
345-3583.
Time To Enroll at KNSA
The Killingworth Nursery School (www.killingworthnurseryschool.
com) has openings available for the three-year-old and four-year-old
classes, as well as Terrific Tots for the 2013-2014 school year. Three-year-olds meet Tuesdays and Thursdays. Four-year-olds
meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. We are excited to offer a
Pre-K program and Lunch Bunch.
The Terrific Tots class is for two-year-olds with a caregiver beginning
in September. The program includes activities, stories, art and
playground activities. Terrific Tots* meet Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
or Fridays (*1 class weekly/10 week session/3 sessions per year). The Killingworth Nursery School is a non-profit,
interdenominational, cooperative preschool which admits students
of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. The Killingworth Nursery School is located on the lower level
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Community Events
Weds. - Support group for caregivers,
meets Weds., from 12-1 p.m. at the
Congregational Church in Killingworth,
UCC, 273 Rt. 81, facilitated by Cynthia
L. Sarris-Vogt, LCSW. Call the church
office (860) 663-1789 or Cindy (860)
395-9110 for more information. Space
is limited. Free.
Sept 2 - Labor Day. RSD 17 schools
closed.
Sept. 5 - Rosh Hashanah. RSD 17
schools closed.
Sept 5 - Managing Your Business
Finances (QuickBooks), 6 - 7:30 p.m.,
Waterford Public Library. Sponsored
by Southeastern CT SCORE.
Southeastern Connecticut SCORE,
251 Main St., Old Saybrook. www.
southeasternctscore.org
(860) 388-9508.
Sept. 10 - Growing Your Business,
6 - 7:30 p.m., Dime Bank, Norwich.
Sponsored by Southeastern CT SCORE.
Southeastern Connecticut SCORE,
251 Main St., Old Saybrook. www.
southeasternctscore.org
(860) 388-9508.
at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $40 for a team
of two. A $200 cash prize will be
awarded to the winning team. Light
meal and snacks provided.
Questions: contact Pete Sonski at
psonski@gmail.com or (860) 7598838. Sept. 17 - Quick Start Your Business
Plan, 1- 5:30 p.m., Waterford Public
Library. Sponsored by Southeastern
CT SCORE. Southeastern Connecticut
SCORE, 251 Main St., Old Saybrook.
www.southeasternctscore.org
(860) 388-9508.
Sept. 23 - 3rd Annual Family Dinner
Night, sponsored by Healthy
Communities, Healthy Kids Coalition,
Haddam Killingworth Middle School,
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Dinner makes a
difference. Research consistently
finds that the more often kids eat
dinner with their families, the less
likely they are to smoke, drink or
Sept. 12 - Business Finances,
6 - 7:30 p.m., Old Saybrook Town Hall.
Sponsored by Southeastern CT SCORE.
Southeastern Connecticut SCORE,
251 Main St., Old Saybrook. www.
southeasternctscore.org
(860) 388-9508.
Sept. 13 - Setback Tournament,
sponsored by Knights of Columbus
Council 14590, at St. Peter Church
Hall, 30 St. Peter Ln., Higganum. Registration at 6 p.m.; games begin
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use drugs. Dinner is free. RSVP to
kathryn@hkyfs.org
Sept. 24 - Harvest Breakfast,
supporting VNA Community
Healthcare. Woodwinds,
Branford, 7:45 - 9:30 a.m. $35
per person. Presentation of 2013
Community Partner Awards. For
more information visit www.
ConnecitcutHomecare.org/
Fundraiser. RSVP by Sept. 17 at (203)
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Events Continued from previous page
Sept. 28 - Alpaca Open Farm Day at New England Alpacas,
14 Bethke Rd., Killingworth, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit with
the alpacas, watch fiber processing demonstrations, enjoy
refreshments, and browse our farm store filled with alpaca
products. Free admission. www.nealpacas.com
(860) 663-3482.
Oct. 26 - Barn Hoedown, St. Peter Church Hall, 30
St. Peter Ln., Higganum, 7- 10 p.m. Live Caller and
Band. Never square danced before, you don’t have
to know how, the Caller will guide you through each
dance. There will also be line dancing. Advanced ticket
purchase recommended. Adults and teens $8, 12 years
old and under $5. Snacks and refreshments will be
provided. Families with children welcome. Contact Bill at
(860) 345-4910; Ray at (860) 345-4687; or Debbie at (860)
345-8018 to purchase tickets. Tickets will also be sold at
the door on a space available basis.
Oct. 27 - Alpaca 101 Seminar at New England Alpacas,
14 Bethke Rd., Killingworth. 1- 4 p.m. All you need to know
to raise alpacas for fun or profit. $15/pp or $25 per couple.
Lunch included. Space limited to 12 people so reserve your
space now. www.nealpacas.com (860) 663-3482.
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HK Grads Ready To Rock The Music World
By Fiona Phelan
Two Haddam Killingworth High
School graduates are about to have
one of their dreams come true. This
month, Gabe and Luke Chase, along
with two other musicians, will release
their first album.
Subtlety is the first progressive
rock album produced by Digital Exile.
The band is comprised of Gabe on
drums and vocals; Luke on guitar and
vocals; Jonny Hopwood, lead vocals;
and Kristian Otten on bass, keys and
vocals.
The 10-track album is billed as
dynamic with a sonic atmosphere
composed of heavy riffs, guitar solos,
time signatures and catchy melodic
hooks. Song titles include Once
Upon a Time, Senses, Abstracted and
more. The music can be heard and
downloaded online at digitalexile.
bandcamp.com
Gabe and Kristian graduated from
Wheaton College (’12), where Kristian
received a BA in Music Performance
and Gabe received a BA in Media
Communication. Jonny also graduated
(’13) from Wheaton College with
a degree in Chemistry, and Luke is
finishing a Film and Audio Production
degree at Cornerstone University in
Grand Rapids, MI.
“We are a progressive rock
band, which means that we try to
write music that is both technical
and aesthetically pleasing, with
instrumental solo sections and
different time signatures,” Luke
told the Krier. “We try not to write
technical music for technicality’s sake,
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but rather music that can challenge
and inspire.
“I am the songwriter for the band.
I wrote this particular album when
I was in high school, so it is a dream
come true to see it finally recorded,”
he adds.
“I can say that all four of us are
inspired by our Christian faith,”
Luke notes. “There is nothing more
important to us. When I am writing
songs, I write about what is most
important to me and what has been
on my mind. “Subtlety” is an album
about struggles in my faith and how
desperately in need of God’s grace
Their influences range widely
I am. That being said, we hope that
across the rock genre, from Incubus
people from all walks of life can relate and Thrice, to more progressive
to our honest, reflective songwriting.”
acts like Karnivool and Porcupine
The foursome chose the name
Tree. Musically, the band creates an
Digital Exile to reflect their artistic
organic, sonic atmosphere composed
frustration with the digital medium.
of heavy riffs, heartfelt grooves, and
While the group prefers conceptual
guitar solos. They seek to walk the
albums, where the songs flow onto
tightrope of writing music that is both
each other and the lyrics share a
accessible and in line with the complex
common theme, the emphasis in the
progressive rock tradition.
current music environment is on short
Overall, Digital Exile attempts to
audio bits and single songs, which
unite these stylistic elements with
fragments the band’s vision, Luke
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CAT Swim Team Offers
New Program
The Cougar Aquatic Team (CAT) is offering a new threemonth swim team program for children ages 6-12.
The new program is designed to introduce the sport of
competitive swimming to young children. While allowing
the children to both learn and have fun, the program
aims to develop technical stroke skills, advance the level
of swimming, and introduce the children to competition
between various USA Swimming teams.
Two sessions will be offered: Session 1: Sept. 24 – midDec.; and Session 2: mid-Dec. through Feb.
Children must be able to swim two laps of freestyle with
rotary breathing. Practices are offered four days per week.
The cost for the new program is $250 per session.
Program registration materials for all swim team
programs will be available on the CAT website at the
beginning of September. Registrations can be handed in
at the HKHS pool during the first week of practice, which
begins Sept. 24. CAT, founded in 1985, is a recognized USA swim team
that practices at the high school pool. CAT competes at
several locations and colleges around Connecticut and
New England. Under the sponsorship of the HaddamKillingworth Recreation Department, CAT provides
competitive training programs where individual needs
and goals are given careful consideration. Swimmers are
grouped based on ability, age, and objectives.
Practices are available seven days a week with
incorporated dry land training (strength training and
exercises outside of the water), as well as periodic
specialized clinics. CAT is open to swimmers with the
desire and determination to succeed in a sport strongly
dominated by outstanding student athletes. For more
information go to www.catswim.com
Register for Fall
HK Rec. Programs
The 2013 HK Rec. Fall brochure is now available online.
There are plenty of classes to choose from: science,
fishing, gymnastics, soccer, karate, acting, babysitting,
fitness for kids, yoga, horseback riding, fencing, archery,
SAT prep classes, photography, and driving lessons.
Adults can register for: yoga, men’s basketball,
volleyball, senior exercise, get fit, Zumba, dog obedience,
ballroom dancing, CPR, and basic boating.
HK Rec Fallexcursions include: Jack-O-Lantern
Spectacular; Log Cabin Christmas with Bright Nights; and
UConn women vs. UCLA basketball,
Visit www.hkrec.com for more information or call
HK Rec at (860) 345-0334.
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Classifieds
NOTE: Deadline for submitting classified ads for the October issue is Sept. 10.
NEW CLASSIFIED SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Classified ads must be submitted through our online form. The form can
be found at www.killingworthct.com and click on the link on the homepage. Classifieds must be submitted by the 10th
of the month for the following month’s issue. Classifieds will run 2 times. The same item may not be re-submitted. The
Krier does not accept personal ads, ads for business services, tutoring, child care, driving services, home sales or rentals
by real estate agents etc. Religious notices are not accepted.
FREE:
Indoor cat - to a good home. Trained,
very loving, 8/9 yrs old. New baby on the
way. (860) 663-2372.
Home gym - Parabody 425. Like new.
$500 - you pick up. $750 - installed.
(860) 575-8883.
TVs - Two 36”, old-style (non flat screen)
TVs. As is. (860) 663-5653.
Wood Stove - Jotul wood stove, red
porcelain enamel finish. Large glass door.
Looks like new. $450. (860) 663-2737.
FOR SALE:
Snare drum - Gently used, with backpack
carrying case and stand. Perfect for
elementary/middle school students.
$50. Call (203) 668-6789, or ssirwin@
sbcglobal.net Furniture - Black 3-piece bedroom set
$70; 2 burgundy leather sofas, like
new, $400 ea.; 1 gold Lazy Boy reclining
sofa, ex cond., $250; Thomasville hutch/
table/6 chairs, ex cond. $500.
(860) 663-1847.
ATTENTION:
Killingworth Business
or Commercial Property
Owners Who Want
to Lower Their
Energy Costs
(Connecticut Property Assessed Clean Energy)
C-PACE helps business owners
finance clean energy improvements.
For example, you can....
• Install solar panels
• Purchase energy efficient boilers
• Upgrade insulation
•Install new windows
Estate Sale - Large selection. Includes
Royal Doulton, Staffordshire, Hampshire
Pottery, Rosenthal, Royal Worcester,
Rookwood, Capo, Ceramic Art Studio,
German Pig Collection, cat and dog
collection. Make an offer. (860) 452-4112;
email gibb.peter@gmail.com Dockominium Slip - 50 foot slip. Clinton.
Ownership of slip includes fall haul out
with power wash, winter land storage and
spring splash, along with cable TV, water
and Wi-Fi in the clubhouse. Electricity
is metered separately. Very protected
marina with amenities including heated
swimming pool, clubhouse, gated
community, floating docks, dock box,
pump-out on site, laundry facility, also
full marine repair facility on site. $37,000.
(860) 673-3603.
Trailer - Avion 5th wheel trailer. In
beautiful condition, always stored inside
garage. Includes one slide-out in living
room area, Corian counter tops, gas cook
top and oven, microwave, queen size bed,
sofa that converts to a double bed, large
shower, chrome wheels and much more.
Unit has approx. 6,000 miles traveled.
$10,500. (860) 673-3603. Power boat - Chapparel 2005 Model
256. Exceptionally clean 5.7 Volvo duo
prop. Always stored inside on indoor
valet rack storage system. Approx. 180
hours, loaded with extra options. Twotone white and black. Integrated swim
Learn how this program can
work for you.
www.c-pace.com
An Energize CT Program
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platform, Garmin GPS, VHF radio, CD
player, retractable cleats, porcelain toilet
with pump-out, too many items to list.
$36,000. (860) 673-3603. Flute - Gemeinhardt. Great condition.
$75 OBO. (860) 663-2372.
Pilates Power Gym - Never used.
Originally $325, asking $200.
(860) 663-3391 or (203) 710-2278.
1979 Camaro 350 - rebuilt. 4-speed.
Repainted 5 yrs ago. Needs a little work
$5,200 OBO. (860) 663-2372.
1973 Super Beetle - all new restoration.
Runs great. $6,000 OBO. (860) 663-2372.
Horse trailer - Aluminum 4-horse
Gooseneck Stock trailer. Trailer has tack
room and 4 new tires. Excellent condition,
$9,500. (203) 848-4883 or (860) 372-7131.
Household items - Very good condition
sofa sleeper (queen size mattress). Inside
mattress is fairly new. Beige with various
strings of color running throughout. $175.
Two French Provincial end tables (round)
with matching rectangular coffee table.
$500 OBO. China closet with matching
drawers underneath (2 pieces stacked),
6 matching chairs and large dining table
with inserts, seating for 6 to 8 (dining
table top needs refinishing). Photos
available. $500 OBO. (860) 663-3853.
Power Tools - Powermatic hollow chisel
mortiser, Model 719A with mobile stand,
chisels, bits and bushings. New condition.
$775. DELTA scroll saw model 40-650 18” variable speed complete with stand,
wheels, air nozzle, assorted blades and
instruction manual. New condition $425.
(860) 663-1108. Sundae Sunday
September 8
First Day of Sunday School
The Congregational Church in Killingworth, UCC
Come at 9:30 a.m. to register your children and to view the classrooms.
Everyone worships together at 10 a.m.
The children will leave for Sunday School during worship.
After worship, everyone gets to make your own sundae.
Newcomers are always welcome.
The Congregational Church in Killingworth, UCC
273 Rt. 81, Killingworth • (860) 663-1789
kwcongchurch@yahoo.com
Support Group for Parents of
Explosive Kids
Parents and caregivers of explosive kids: a support group, Think Differently,
which understands your despair, frustration and exhaustion resumes in
September. Join us at the Killingworth Library from 6:30 - 8 p.m., on Sept. 19.
We meet the third Wednesday of every month except during the summer.
Most parents are convinced that “melt downs” are out of the blue. They’re
actually quite predictable and, as a result, preventable. The approach, known
as Collaborative Problem Solving, has been successfully implemented at many
schools and hospitals. Restraints at Yale New Haven’s Children’s HospitalPsychiatric inpatient unit have reduced dramatically since adopting CPS. Not
a quick fix, not a technique, it’s a way of communicating that improves your
relationship and teaches the skills these children lack.
Visit www.thinkkids.org to learn more. Led by Divinna Schmitt, M. Ed,
trained at Think:Kids of Mass General Hospital (group is independent of Mass
General). All adults welcome. No fee. Registration required. (860) 876-0236
Divinna@comcast.net.
Triangle Building Associates Inc.
Remodeling Projects • Custom Built Homes
General Contracting • Project Management
(860) 767-1272
(860) 663-5444
Russell Smith
Ronald Campbell
HIC #556517 - New Home #3590
“The particular excellence of our quality is our attitude towards it”
Incorporated 1987
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Faith &
Spirituality
Emmanuel
Episcopal Church
50 Emmanuel Church Rd,
Killingworth
(860) 663-1800
www.churchinthewilderness.org
The Rev. Jim Bradley,
Missioner in Charge
Sunday Holy Eucharist Service
10 a.m. with Sunday School
Sept. - June,
2nd Sun every month
is a Youth Service.
Living Rock Church
138 Route 81, Killingworth
(860) 663-2069
www.living-rock.org
Sunday Services:
8:30 & 10:30 a.m.
Nursery & Children’s
Church available at
10:30 a.m. service.
St. Lawrence
Catholic Church
7 Hemlock Dr.,Killingworth
(860) 663-2576
Rev. Joseph DeCosta
Winter Mass: Tues.,
Wed, Thurs, Fri. 8:30 a.m.
Sat. 4 p.m.
Confessions 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.
The Congregational
Church in Killingworth
(United Church of Christ)
273 Route 81, Killingworth
(860) 663-1789
The Rev. Martha Bays,
Minister
kwcongchurch@yahoo.com
Sunday Worship 10 a.m.
Sunday School for
Pre-K - 8th grade
www.killingworthchurch.org
Killingworth
Services
Call Before You Dig............(800) 922-4455
Community Post Office.....(860) 663-2114
Weekdays...................9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday...................9 a.m. - 12 Noon
Compactor.......................(860) 663-2023
Tuesday...............................2 - 7 p.m.
Thursday.............................2 - 7 p.m.
Saturday........................8 a.m - 2 p.m.
H-K Rec. 24 hr. Hotline..(860) 345-8334
Library.............................(860) 663-2000
(www.killingworthlibrary.org.)
Mon., Wed., Fri., & Sat.....10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tues., Thurs.............10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Regional School District 17
(www.rsd17.org)
Superintendent of Schools
Phone ................... (860) 345-4534
Fax........................ (860) 345-2817
KES........................ (860) 663-1121
HKMS..................... (860) 663-1241
HKHS...................... (860) 345-8541
Pupil Services......... (860) 345-4244
Bus Garage............. (860) 345-8228
Distance Learning... (860) 345-7967
Youth & Family Svcs... (860) 345-7498
Town Office Phone Numbers
Advertiser Index
ABCO...........................................
Ahearn & Sons, LLC......................
All Ways Dumbsters.....................
Arbor Gardens.............................
Arts Center at Killingworth..........
Auer Construction.......................
Auer Construction.......................
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Callinan Construction..................
Center Podiatry.............................
Coldwell Banker - Shelly Cumpstone...
Coldwell Banker - Nancy Dansereau....
Connecticut Roofcrafters..............
Conway Painting...........................
C-PACE.com..................................
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D. Rich Stonework........................
Denvir Tire Shop...........................
Dino’s Pizza Restaurant................
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East River Energy..........................
Edward Jones Investments...........
Edwards Tile.................................
Essex Squared..............................
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Flynn Associates Real Estate, LLC..
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Gagne Plumbing & Heating..........
Green Hill Martial Arts..................
Griswold Plumbing Services.........
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Higganum Dental Associates........
Higganum Physical Therapy..........
Home Away From Home Daycare....
Houseworks.................................
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Ideal Weight Systems, LLC...........
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Jackson Chevrolet........................
Jammin With Jeff..........................
Jazzercise......................................
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Kablik, Tom, Attorney...................
Killingworth Animal Hospital........
Killingworth Café..........................
Killingworth Equestrian Center.....
Killingworth Family Pharmacy......
Killingworth Foundation..............
Killingworth Garage......................
Killingworth Kids Center...............
Killingworth Lions Club..................
Killingworth Martial Arts...............
Killingworth Music.......................
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Main Number............ (860) 663-1765
M-F.................. 8 a.m . - Noon & 1 - 4 p.m. Help Is On The Way......................
DEPARTMENT EXTENSIONS:
Animal Control......................... 219
Assessor................................... 506
Board of Elections.................... 511
Building & Sanitation............... 504
Finance..................................... 501
First Selectman......................... 501
Helping Hands......................... 401
Municipal Agent....................... 510
Public Health Agency............... 402
Public Works............................ 501
Probate.................................... 507
Registrar of Voters................... 511
Resident Trooper TIPS Line..... 404
Town Clerk............................... 502
Tax Collector............................ 508
Youth & Family Services.......... 512
Zoning & Wetlands.................. 505
Crime Tips Hotline:
1-800-258-1205 x 8000
Emergency..........................911
Non-Emergency
Police.................(860) 663-1132
Fire.....................(860) 663-1785
Poison Control......(800) 222-1222
Resident Trooper....(860) 345-2769
State Police, Westbrook Barracks
Phone...............(860) 399-2100
Killingworth True Value............... 25
La Leche League.......................... 35
Langer Landscapes....................... 8
Living Rock Church....................... 35
Madison Rod and Gun Club.......... 25
Naturescapes................................ 31
New Image Automotive, Inc......... 12
O’Donnell Plumbing & Heating..... 18
PCs Made Easy............................... 11
Pilates Plus Psyche
with Mary Bowen.................... 17
Pizzaeria DaVinci.......................... 31
Professional Exterminating Co...... 22
Prudential CT - Jade Papageorge... 6
RLD Heating & Cooling.................. 26
Roberts Food Center..................... 3
Running Brook Farms................... 11
Shoreline Focus on Fitness........... 9
Shoreline Masonry........................ 13
Shoreline Pediatrics...................... 6
Sunset Limousine, LLC................... 14
The Fitness Connection..................29
The Frame Shop on Wall St........... 10
The Stone Company...................... 12
Total Hair....................................... 18
Tracy DesJardins,
Qivana of Killingworth,LLC........ 15
Triangle Building Associates, Inc... 34
Whiskers and Wags......................
William Pitt Sothebys - Eileen Boulay..
William Raveis - Marsha Couture.........
William Raveis - Michelle Parmelee.....
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La Leche Meetings
Offering information and support
to women who wish to breastfeed their babies. Meetings
are held the 3rd Saturday of
every month @ 10-11:30AM at
the Scranton Library (801 Boston Post Rd),
Madison. Please call Joyce 860-663-4222 or
Ellen 203-245-6976 for more information.
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Men’s Life Recovery Group
Meets Thursdays at 7 pm at The Thrift Store,
301 East Main St., Clinton, CT.
Contact Tony at (860) 227 3679 or email: livingrockcr@comcast.net.
Website: www.living-rock.org/ministries.
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Monthly Publication of the Killingworth Chamber of Commerce
Delivered to Killingworth residents the first week of every month.
Please Support Your Local Chamber Member Businesses
Support the Killingworth Library at A Novel Affair
A Novel Affair is the Killingworth
Women’s Organization’s 2013
fundraiser to benefit the Killingworth
Library Association.
The evening of casual elegance that means dress attire is not formal - is
the latest in a string of successful fundraisers staged by the
Killingworth Women’s Organization to benefit the Library.
The KWO has raised more than $14,000 for the Library.
The KLA is a non-profit organization responsible for
raising over $87,000 of the Library’s $314,066 operating
budget, with the Town funding $227,000. Endowment
income, grants, and other income will likely provide
$30,000 of the $87,000, the remaining $57,000 is raised
through community support through an annual fund
drive, book sales, golf tournament, pizza deliveries and
events like A Novel Affair.
A Novel Affair will be held Sept. 14, 6 - 11 p.m. at the
Westbrook Elks. Tickets, $65 per person, are on sale at
the Library and online at www.killingworthlibrary.org/
novelaffair. The price includes dinner choice of flank
steak, salmon or vegetarian entree. The three-course
dinner also includes complimentary wine on the table
during dinner. There is a cash bar. The evening will also
feature a silent auction with many area businesses donating
fabulous products, gift certificates and opportunities. And
The Silvertones will provide great music for dancing.
“Four years ago the KWO sent out letters to all the
local non-profits asking how the KWO could help,” KWO
President Kelly Leach recalls. “Alison Karam from the
Library board responded asking to help raise money for
the Library. We started with the wine tastings and this
year decided to branch out and revive a more casual
version of an earlier fundraiser, the Library Ball.”
The Library Ball was a highly successful event during
its 10-year run, pulling in thousands of dollars to
benefit the Library. The Ball was initially organized at the
time the Library was moved from what is now the Resident
State Troopers office at the traffic circle to its current location,
which was formerly a bank. The doors to the current building
were opened in 1995 and the last Ball was enjoyed in 2003.
The Library has a long history of volunteer support, since
its creation in 1964 at Killingworth Elementary School with a
$25 loan from the school library and 1,000 books donated by
residents. A year later, the Library occupied two rooms on
the second floor of Town Hall and grew its book collection to
2,600 titles.
In 1968 the library was incorporated as a private,
nonprofit corporation offering free library service to the
town. On that basis it was formally recognized by the Town
of Killingworth and the state of Connecticut. In 1972 the
growing Library moved to the building at the Killingworth
circle that had at one time housed the Killingworth Fire
Department and had been the Central District School
previous to that.
Today, the Library holds 27,030 books, 3,345 DVDs,
1,904 CDs (both musical and audiobooks), 57 magazine and
newspaper titles, and offers passes to 14 local museums and
attractions. This past year, the Library had 29,820 visitors,
checked out 55,392 items with a staff of three full-time
and two part-time employees, assisted by a team of 29
volunteers and 17 Board members. The Library hosted more
than 30 different programs for children and adults ranging
from storytime to workshops for budding artists. The
meeting room was used by 37 different groups ranging from
political organizations, the KWO, the Killingworth Chamber
of Commerce, Scout groups, sports organizations, book
discussion groups, a parent support group and numerous
other community organizations.
The success of the Library can be directly attributed to
the support it has received from the community throughout
its history. By attending A Novel Affair you can show your
support for the Library and have an enjoyable evening with
friends, family and neighbors. We hope to see you there!