July 2015.pmd - Farmington Woods Master Association

In the Woods
Monthly Newsletter of Farmington Woods
July 2015
Volume 33
Number 7
Master Association Office Hours:
Monday through Friday 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Phone: 860-673-6193 Fax: 860-675-6156
www.farmingtonwoods.com
Be Our Guest!
CONNECT Subsidizes a Community-wide Open House Barbeque
Friday, July 17, 6 – 9 p.m. See story page 5.
Newsletter
Production Manager, Jennifer Egan
jennifer@farmingtonwoods.com
Distribution Coordinator,
Erika Elbert
Liturgical Publications Inc.
Advertising Representative,
Mark Carofano
203-668-7522
mcarofano@4lpi.com
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MA Meetings & Activities in the
Board Room
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Feature
Unless Otherwise Noted
July 2015
Page
General Manager Letter
FW Building Department
CONNECT BBQ
Looking for Volunteers
Dennis Day
CONNECT News and Events
Boulder Island at MA Parking Lot
Landscape Committee Seeks New Members
FWWC News and Events
Who Says, “It’s Not Easy Being Green”?
Pool News and Events
Traffic Changes Coming Soon to Mallard Drive
Clubhouse Corner
Golf News
Farmington Twigs
FW Artists – Summer Show
Moms of the FW
We’re Searching for Volunteers
FW Paddle and Tennis Court Reservation System
Appreciation (Ricardo Martinez)
World Travels
Announcements
Classifieds
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8-9
10-11
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14-17
20-21
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Thu. 7/2
CONNECT Committee 4 p.m.
Fri. 7/3
MA Office Closed (no delay in trash)
Mon. 7/6
Communications Committee 2 p.m.
Tue. 7/7
Landscape Committee 4:30 p.m.
Tue. 7/7
Paddle & Tennis Committee 7:15 p.m.
Wed. 7/8
Community Awareness Committee 6 p.m.
Mon. 7/13
Public Works Committee 4:15 p.m.
Mon. 7/13
Pool Committee 6:30 p.m.
Wed. 7/15
Covenants Committee 6 p.m.
Mon. 7/20
Finance Committee 7 p.m.
Tue. 7/21
Design Review Committee 6 p.m.
Tue. 7/21
Clubhouse Committee 7:15 p.m.
Thu. 7/23
Golf Committee 7 p.m.
Mon. 7/27
MA Executive Board Meeting 7 p.m.
Mon. 7/27
District Board Meeting following the 7 p.m.
Executive Board Meeting.
DEADLINE FOR THE NEXT ISSUE...
Copy and photos for the August 2015 issue of In the
Woods are due at the M.A. Office to the attention
of Jennifer on or before July 10, 2015. You may
drop off, fax 860-675-6156 or send via email to
jennifer@farmingtonwoods.com. Thank you!
We are saddened by the loss of our
neighbors and our friends:
Dennis Day ~ Master Association Carpenter
Melvin (Mel) Gottlieb ~ 14 Branford Court
Susan O’Connor ~ 44 Byron Drive
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Letters may be
reviewed by the Communications Committee and are
subject to editorial changes for reason of space or
suitability. Letters should be limited to 250 words or
fewer. Letters will not be returned to senders.
Letters that are not signed will not be considered for
print.
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General
Manager
Letter
By
Bob Elwood
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
On May 21, I gave a presentation on Farmington Woods to
about 30 local Realtors in the North Lounge. The topics ranged
from an overview of the community, our homes, amenities,
activities and services, what’s new in the community over the
last couple years, our advancements in golf and clubhouse
operations, our improvements in communications, our
commitment to maintenance of buildings and infrastructure,
and the advantages of condo living. It was very well received,
and I gave a similar presentation two weeks later to a similar
sized group of the Avon/Canton Rotary. You can see this
presentation on our website under Member Central.
This is one of several initiatives a team of our staff members
and resident/member volunteers have undertaken to get the
word out on the advantages of living here, becoming a member
here, having a banquet here or advertising here. We regularly
network with several local Chambers of Commerce (Avon,
Canton, Farmington, Central Connecticut Chambers), the
Connecticut Chapter of the Community Associations Institute,
and the Greater Hartford Association of Realtors, as well as
taking advantage of public relations stories that we can get
published in local media about things we do to benefit the greater
Farmington Valley community. Let us know if you see other
avenues you wish us to explore, and please help promote our
community in any way you can.
OUR CLUBHOUSE
I am looking at an early
1970’s color marketing
brochure for Farmington
Woods; you can tell from
the clothing, hair-styles
and cars. There is a large
photo of what is now the
North Lounge. It has
wood floors, the dark
cedar walls and several
sitting areas with sofas,
tables and lamps that you
might find in your own home. The caption reads: “The heart of
the social life at Farmington Woods is the spacious clubhouse,
complete with pro shop, rustic dining room, men’s and ladies’
saunas, exercise rooms, a game room for ping pong,
darts, shuffleboard and card playing. Included also are
a wide variety of areas well suited for bridge parties,
sing-ins, club meetings, buffets and special occasions.”
40 years later, the clubhouse is almost unrecognizable,
but remains the heart of the social life of Farmington
Woods. Out of more idle areas we have crafted a fullsized kitchen, dining room, pub, banquet facilities, and
outdoor patios. Through numerous golf outings, club
events, banquets, dining and bar patrons, we have grown
into a million dollar business serving thousands of
residents, members and guests annually.
The private food and beverage business is not without
its challenges, and that all revolves around our mission
to serve you and our other diverse members. We limit
our “market” generally to our 2000 or so residents and
members in order to preserve the privacy and security
of our community. That compares with the 200,000 or
so people our competitors outside the gates get to draw
from. That makes our daily business very difficult to
predict in terms of the food and staffing we will need,
yielding food and labor costs as a percentage of revenues
higher than the typical “public” restaurant. To serve the
varied tastes of our patrons, we maintain a broader menu
of items than the theme or niche restaurant down the
street, thereby raising our food costs. When we tried to
take liver and onions off the menu in an effort to raise
our culinary standards, we heard screams, and put liver
and onions back on. Club members expect more for
less, since they contribute to the club by way of dues
and minimums. They expect more quality, more variety,
more service, more hours of operation, and at lower
prices than the restaurant down the road.
Our private restaurant operates year after year at about
a break even, which is equal to or better than most clubs
in the country. But, when you factor in the rent that the
restaurant pays to the District, the community benefits
by about $50,000 annually in reduced fees. Our activity
levels and revenues are at all-time highs thanks to better
food quality, better service, more events, and more
communications to drive people to those events and
theme nights, but for the reasons stated above, don’t
expect all that to fall to the bottom line. Here’s the math
for the new budget:
• Budgeted F & B Revenue - $938,600
• Rent Paid to District - $40,982
• Budgeted Net Income – $5,096
• Contribution to FW - $46,078 (fees reduction)
• All the fun and fond memories? Priceless!
See more 1970’s photos in the centerfold
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Farmington Woods Building Department in Good Hands
Since the untimely illness that befell Jeff Brigham, our
Building Superintendent for many years, our new Building
Superintendent Chad Winter and Assistant Building
Superintendent Matt Zordan have stepped in seamlessly
to provide the services this extremely important role
requires. Day in and day out, aside from the ever present
and extensive routine requirements of this job, are a host
of unforeseen developments. This past winter for example
brought us a record number of ice dam conditions and
subsequent roof leaks, the repairs of which are still
ongoing. Knowledge is a key component in any line of
work, both Chad and Matt are well versed in building
construction. They both have excellent people and
communication skills to complement their abilities.
Matt has also resided in CT his entire life other than
attending college in Kentucky, growing up in Harwinton.
Joining our staff in 2008 he previously worked with custom
home builders as a framing carpenter, sheet rocker and
finish trimmer. Soon moving to Colebrook, he and his
wife have a 4 year old son and a 2 year old daughter.
Matt’s favorite activity is archery where his skills are
impressive, competing with an Olympic style recurve bow,
ranking 107 nationally, 7th in New England and 5th in CT.
He has competed in events with Butch Johnson in
attendance, who was part of the 1996 US gold medal team.
Matt has won a gold medal of his own in the CT State
Games. He built his own forge, makes knifes and is an
accomplished farrier.
Chad is a lifelong resident of CT, born in Glastonbury now
residing in Unionville. Prior to coming to Farmington Woods
in 2011, he worked in the construction industry mostly on
high end custom homes, doing both exterior siding and
trim as well as interior finish carpentry and trim. Chad
and his better half have a 25 year old son, they enjoy
many outdoor activities including camping, hiking, cycling
and ice fishing. His favorite pastime is wood working, a
good thing since he is restoring his 1800’s vintage home.
He recently started doing wood carvings, an activity he
picked up from his father. Most of his camping has been
in New England but Iceland is on his bucket list.
Chad’s goal here is to see ongoing improvement in the
quality and appearance of our homes. He is motivated by
and enjoys seeing the results of these efforts; including all
the members of his department.
Matt very much likes being part of the Farmington Woods
Family. His fellow staff members and the many residents
he gets to interact with make his job here rewarding and
enjoyable.
It is always nice to extend a wave and a smile or a kind
greeting to any of our great staff members, in case you
have not already had the pleasure of meeting them, now
you can say hello to Chad and Matt by name.
Maintenance Work Requests
A reminder from the Maintenance Department:
When submitting a Maintenance Work Request,
please be sure that you include only one item per
request form. Also, PRINT as clearly as possible.
Thank you!
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Be Our Guest!
CONNECT sponsors its first
Open House Barbeque
Friday, July 17, 6–9 p.m.
CLUBHOUSE Patio
$7.95 per person!
We Are Looking For
Committee Volunteers
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The CONNECT Committee encourages a sense of friendship and
involvement in the Farmington Woods Community. With volunteer
contributions, they sponsor world-class Concerts at the Clubhouse,
Flu Shot Clinics, Drivers Ed Classes and Food Drives for local
charities. They will consider and arrange any activity that is useful
or entertaining to the residents, whether or not you have
contributed.
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Communications
Community Awareness
Golf (must be a resident member of
golf)
Landscape (see details on page 7)
Pool
Paddle and Tennis
Applications for Unit Owners are available at
the
MA
Office
and
on
the
www.farmingtonwoods.com website.
But of course, the greater the number of people that contribute, the
more they can do. For the first time, and to spread the word about
this amazing resource, the committee is subsidizing the cost of a
community-wide Open House Barbeque. “I really hoped we could
make the event free to everyone,” said George Pierfedeici, Vice
Chair of the Committee, “but given our available funds, this is still a
great price at $7.95 per person.”
Your entire household can enjoy this evening, mingling with neighbors,
learning more about CONNECT and enjoying the contemporary
stylings of the Airborne Jazz Duo.
Airborne Jazz Duo
This is a rare event and
certain to be well done!
Reservations are
encouraged,
but walk-ins are also
welcome.
Please respond by July 10 to
860-673-2419 ext. 70
We hope to see you there!
Dennis Day
Farmington Woods Carpenter, Dennis Day,
passed away on May 23, 2015. Dennis spent
his career working in his field of passion,
carpentry. He loved his trade and it truly
showed in the exceptional quality of work
that he created. Dennis worked at
Farmington Woods for the last 19 years. He
will be missed.
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CONNECT NEWS and EVENTS
CABARET NIGHT on June 7 was a huge success! John Brighenti , his jazz trio, and two singers thrilled a packed
north lounge!
Dianne Mower and Atla DeChamplain sang with all their hearts, with “scatting” reminiscent of Ella Fitzgerald. The old
favorites that we all know and love, the talent, the humor all made for an unforgettable event!
Comments from the audience were glowing, including “the best ever.” The audience found it difficult to sit still, with
many taking to the dance floor.
Before the entertainment, Cristin and her staff outdid themselves with cocktails and a buffet dinner. The “black and
the white” theme of the lounge added to the cabaret ambience.
Atla and Dianne
COMING ON FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2015, 6-9 PM: CONNECT’S FIRST OPEN HOUSE BBQ
Join us on the Clubhouse patio for music, a Barbecue Buffet, and drink specials!! The BBQ buffet will be
offered at a special price of $7.95, compliments of CONNECT.
Menu:
Hot dogs & hamburgers, cole slaw, potato salad, fresh baked cookies, ice tea, lemonade,
and drink specials for only $4.00! Music by the Airborne Jazz Duo
We invite all residents and especially those who do not know who we are and what we do to this gala! We will have
information on our programs and will answer any questions you might have.
Come meet the committee members - your friends who plan these activities for you! They are: Francine Hunter
(chairperson), Loretta Antupit, Nona Broadman, Fran Burns, Irene Loretto, George Pierfedeici, Ruthanne Sullivan,
and Peggy Winters.
See cover story (page 5).
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Boulder Island at the Master Association’s Parking Lot
Credit goes to Russ Day, Farmington Woods resident and member
of the Landscape Committee. Russ volunteered to design the
landscaping plan for the crescent shaped area. His sketches and
final schematic diagram were enthusiastically endorsed by his
fellow landscape committee members. The boulders are native
to Farmington Woods. Plants, shrubs and trees were researched
by Russ and chosen for their tolerance to sun. Colors of the
plants were selected for variation and seasonal change.
Installation was launched on May 27 and completed in one day
by Al Tartaglia, Grounds Supervisor, Chris Schwager, Assistant
Grounds Supervisor , and Russ Day. Many thanks to this
unbeatable team.
We hope residents and staff enjoy the results.
Dawn Giese - Landscape Committee Chairperson
Landscape Committee Seeks
New Members
The Landscape Committee bid farewell to Marilyn Pease at
their June 2 meeting. Delicious refreshments were
provided by Gail Standish. Thank you Gail.
The Landscape Committee is a group of
dedicated individuals whose primary
responsibility is to advise the Board in
preserving the quality of the landscape and
natural habitat of the community. Activities
include, but are not limited to, Neighborhood
Renewal projects, designs for major focal
areas, seasonal planting, and outdoor holiday
decorations.
The committee is currently seeking new
members who have a strong interest and/or
experience in gardening, landscaping, or
related areas. The ability and willingness to
do some hands-on work from time to time
would also be a welcome asset.
The committee meets the first Tuesday of the
month at 4:30 p.m.
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Farmington Woods Woman’s Club News and Events
Lunch Bunch Plus
ESPN Outdoor and Indoor Walking Tour,
Rain or Shine – Choose One of Two Saturdays
September 12 or September 26
ESPN, originally an acronym for “Entertainment and Sports
Programming Network”, THE major employer in Bristol, is a U.S.based global cable and satellite television channel that focuses on
sports-related programming. As of February 2015, it is available to
almost 94.5 million paid television households in the United States.
In addition to the flagship channel and its seven related channels in
the United States, ESPN broadcasts in more than 200 countries.
Another Lunch Bunch Plus
Success
Thirty five FWWC members enjoyed the pastoral
beauty of eastern Connecticut as we drove to the
Eastern part of our state with the Golden Lamb
Buttery as our destination. Sheep, a horse, and
donkeys grazed peacefully amidst the quiet
grasslands.
The station is currently permitting employees to conduct free tours
of the complex on a limited basis. Our sponsor for this event will
be able to take 10 of our Woman’s Club members for a tour on
September 12 and 10 more on September 26. If there is enough
interest, it may be possible to schedule a third tour at a later date.
As usual we will carpool from the Clubhouse upper parking lot for
our late morning tour from the visitors center, but right now the
specific tour time and lunch site have not yet been determined.
The names of all the visitors must be provided to ESPN before the
tour date is finalized, so an early sign-up is necessary. We will use
a lottery system for all the tours.
LUNCH BUNCH PLUS – ESPN
Saturday, September 12 or 26, 2015
The Golden Lamb Buttery in Brooklyn, CT was a
bucolic landscape for a marvelous lunch
overlooking Bush Hill Pond.
(open to Woman’s Club members only)
Member’s Name: __________________________
Phone: _________________________________
Preferred Date: September 12 ______
September 29 ______
I am flexible ______
Do you need a ride?
( ) Yes
( ) No
If no, who is your driver?
_____________________________________________
Are you willing to drive? Directions will be provided.
( ) Yes ( ) No
If you already have riders, please indicate the names.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please return the completed reservation form to the
FWWC mail box at the M.A. office or mail to Eileen
McKeon, 36 Applewood La, Avon, CT 06001 for receipt
no later than Friday, July 17.
Pat Heavren, Nona Broadman, and
Anne Warner enjoy the view from
the deck overlooking the very
green grounds and pond.
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FWWC Book Club Luncheon
The final meeting of the Book Club took place at the Farmington
Library on Tuesday, June 9. The book “House Girl” was facilitated
by Loretta Antiput and produced a lively discussion!
It is never too late to join the
Farmington Woods Woman’s Club
Please contact Sandy Jaques,
Membership Chairwoman,
at 860-507-6522.
Following the meeting, a delicious luncheon was attended by 18 of
the participants. Thanks to Ben and of course Cristin. Everyone
enjoyed the meal.
Next year’s FWWC Book Club will be losing Annette Chagnon as
one of the leaders. Joan Skydel has generously offered to fill the
position and will be working with Loretta Antiput.
LEGAL NOTICE
District Tax
The Farmington Woods District
first quarter installment of the
2015/2016 fiscal year tax is due on
July 1 and becomes delinquent on
August 1, 2015. Statements with
new tax amounts will be mailed.
Any amount delinquent will result
in the assessment of an interest
penalty of 1.5 percent per month
or portion of month.
Loretta Antiput, Joan Skydel and Annette Chagnon
Your statement will be mailed.
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Who Says, “It’s Not Easy Being Green”?
The garden is in top form! A leisurely walk through upper and
lower levels will delight the senses. An abundance of greens,
bright blossoms, healthy vegetables and fruits, and delicate
wings of butterflies provide a palette of color. Fragrances of
herbs, flowers, fresh vegetables, sweet berries, and rich soil
drift on the breeze. Friendly chatting and banter is heard, and
in the quieter moments, so is the buzzing of bees, chirping of
birds, calls of bullfrogs, and fluttering of hummingbirds’ wings.
Gardeners, keep it going! July’s heat and sun require regular
watering to cool and nourish your plants. Pull those weeds!
Weeds provide haven for pests and blight. Tend to any pests
that appear on your beloved foliage. Squish them between
your fingers. Show no mercy. If that thought repels you,
however, pour a few drops of soapy water on them to get the
job done. If they persist, try an organic spray such as Captain
Jack’s for beetles or a rubbing alcohol spray for aphids and
white flies. Garlic spray works to prevent pests from settling
in for the feast. (It smells.) Remember, chemicals will remain
in the soil for years to come. Please avoid them. According to
Billy, pests and blight have been on the downhill slide over the
past three years. Our Plant Sale purchases are partially to
thank, as they fill our plots with healthy and disease-free
seedlings.
If you’re in the Garden look for Jake the Snake on the hillside
between the upper and lower gardens. Leave him alone! He’s
a very helpful garter snake who keeps down the vermin
population. You can find him catching some rays, watching the
gardeners, and preparing for his next snack.
This year, Pest updates (no, this does not include new GOP
candidates) are posted on a blackboard just outside the Lower
Garden entrance. Also, check the Farmington Woods
Community Gardens’ Facebook Page for the latest updates on
pests in the garden and how to tackle them.
As you may know, our Plant Sales featured 14 varieties of
tomatoes. As your Garden Committee now knows, over 100
tomato plants remained after the third and final sale. Thus,
Tomatomania! Two community plots now contain over 100
tomato plants and include 14 varieties. Additional community
plots contain broccoli, cauliflower, and green beans.
A really big Thank You and Shout Out to everyone who
supported a very successful plant sale! The proceeds from
the sale will continue to support the phenomenal growth of our
Garden. Special thanks to Donna Curtis for planting, growing,
and transplanting all those vegetables and flowers, and smiling
through it all. Thank you to all folks, big and little, who helped
set up and clear out before and after plant sales.
Joann O’Connell harvesting the first of this
year’s strawberries.
Annual Garden Party
It is time to reserve your seat at the upcoming
Garden Party, Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 6:30
p.m. at the Clubhouse. This year’s featured guest
is the English Lady, the Baroness Maureen
Haseley-Jones. She is known as both a renowned
horticultural artisan and the entertaining Garden
Guru on WRCH 100.5 F.M. Her presence,
combined with a delicious menu and recognition of
gardeners’ accomplishments (and perhaps some
faux pas), guarantees an entertaining, educational,
and inspiring evening. Limited seating is available.
Reservations are now open to Garden Members
and their guests until July 15, when they will open
up to the Farmington Woods Community as a
whole. To reserve your seats please contact
Vivienne Semler at 860-255-7046 or
semler7@att.net. When making your reservation,
please provide your name, your member number,
and the number of people in your party. The
member number provided will be billed for the
entire reservation. Cost is $19.95 per person.
A couple Garden Party facts:
· Cash bar or member charge 5:30-6:30 p.m.
· Open seating – first come/first serve
· Cheese and vegetable crudités
· Buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. with served
dessert
RSVP July 15, 2015.
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The product of this labor will be for sale at our Farmer’s
Market, scheduled to resume in mid-July on Saturday
mornings at 8 a.m. Harvests will differ from week to week.
This year, we will be buying by the bag for a marked donation
price. Both the quality and value are excellent. Come see
what you find and be pleasantly surprised. All proceeds will
be put back into the betterment of our Garden as a whole.
Check our Facebook Page and the Tuesday e-blast for
information on current crop availability. While you’re on the
page, check out all the cool Garden pics!
Remaining cosmos and zinnias now grace the hillside
approach, framed by beautiful rock supports created by Tony
Retartha.
Our Herb Garden, located to the right of the Upper Level’s
entrance (and across from Jun’s fantastical twig trellises) is
producing 15 delectable herbs. This is part of our edible
landscaping initiative. No permission need be asked to clip
what you need for an evening’s meal.
July holds two double-headers on the Picnic Table front.
On Saturday, July 11:
Extending the Harvest Workshop at 4 p.m., followed by
the Soup’er Saturday Pot Luck Social at 5 p.m.
On Saturday, July 25:
Preserving-Pickling, canning, drying, and freezing
Workshop at 4 p.m., followed by the Cirque d’Salad Pot
Luck Social at 5 p.m.
Tripp O’Connell on guard duty: “No squirrel
shall pass!”
First year gardener Jun Wang in front of her
garden-tectural masterpiece.
Rain dates are set for the following Saturdays.
We are in need of gently used hand tools. Any donations
will be put to good use for the benefit of the garden at
large. Thank you!
Until next month,
Your Garden Committee,
Barbi, Bill, Billy, Donna, Jane, John, Richard, and Tom
Above: Mike Marchese photo-bombs herb garden
picture. Note presence of lemon balm, cilantro,
parsley, sesame leaf, rosemary, hot oregano,
tarragon, and dill. And Mike.
Left: Tony Retartha builds a stone wall to protect
Garden pansy display. Plans are proceeding for
drawbridge and moat.
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Swim Lessons at
Farmington Woods
It is not too late to sign up for swim lessons at
Guilford Pool. Lessons are taught by a certified
swim instructor.
Children’s sessions run every 2 weeks. The 2week sessions run 4 days a week MondayThursday. Classes start at 10:30 a.m. for beginners
and 11:30 a.m. for intermediates.
Adult sessions run every 4 weeks. The 4-week
sessions run 2 days a week Monday &
Wednesday. Classes start at 6:30 p.m.
Instructor-Led Water Aerobics
Is Back at Guilford Pool
Instructor-led water aerobics with Nancy Roy returns to Guilford
Pool this summer with both morning sessions and evening
sessions. The water aerobics morning sessions will be held twice
a week, meeting every Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 to 9:30
a.m. There will be water Zumba added to the mix this year in
the morning sessions which will prove to be a lot of fun.
The water aerobics evening sessions will be held twice a week,
meeting every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
There will be 3 sessions this summer. Each session will be 4
weeks (8 classes). The cost for either the morning session or the
evening session is $42. For more information please contact
Nancy Roy at cthometraining1@gmail.com or (860) 7120125.
Free Water Aerobics
Attention residents of Farmington Woods ages 18 and over. The
Woods offers an exercise swimming class that is free. Join this
group as we exercise to an audio tape for 45 minutes. Our
classes meet Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
at 8:30 AM at Guilford Pool. If you are interested just show up
before 8:30 a.m. and join in. Come and join the fun.
There will also be evening sessions for children
(both beginners and intermediates) and evening
classes for mom & babies starting July 6.
Sign up now for sessions in July and August. For
additional sessions and for costs of the
sessions please contact Nancy of Fitness on
the Run, email: cthometraining1@gmail.com
Phone: 860-712-0125.
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Important!
Traffic Changes Coming Soon to Mallard Drive
The Community Awareness Committee has approved changes to the locations of
the stop signs on Mallard Drive in an effort to increase the safety of our residents.
The changes are projected to be implemented during the first part of July.
1. The 4-way stop at the intersection of Mallard Drive/31-40 Ashford Drive/
Putnam Lane will change - the stop signs currently on Mallard Drive at
Putnam Lane and at 31-40 Ashford Drive will be removed. The stops signs
at both the 31-40 Ashford Drive entrance to Mallard Drive and the Putnam
Lane entrance to Mallard Drive will remain. Extra caution must be exercised
when turning onto Mallard Drive from this end of Ashford Drive and from
Putnam Lane, as the oncoming traffic on Mallard Drive will no longer stop.
2. The other 4-way stop on Mallard Drive at the intersections of 1-30 Ashford
Drive and Haddam Drive will not change and all four of the stop signs will
remain in place.
3. A new 4-way stop will be added on Mallard Drive by installing stop signs at
the intersection of Greenwich Lane and Guilford Drive.
The new 4-way stop is expected to be a noticeable improvement for the users of the Guilford Park amenities, to include the
pool, playground, tennis courts and walking trails, especially during the warmer months when there are even more walkers
and bicyclists of all ages in this area. The proximity of the new 4-way stop to the Lovely Street entrance should also help to
slow down vehicles as they travel to and from the Lovely Street gate. Speeding has been a concern on this portion of Mallard
Drive, especially when children are walking to and from the bus stop. Increased security patrols will be monitoring the flow
of traffic on Mallard Drive as well as conducting stop sign enforcement duties.
Farmington Woods is active during all seasons, with many walkers, joggers, bicyclists, golfers and maintenance workers
using the roadways, as well as the ever-presence of wildlife. All motorists are urged to come to a complete stop at all stop
signs, yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and always observe the 20 mph speed limit for the benefit and safety of the
community.
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The Clubhouse Corner
4th of JULY
BARBECUE
BUFFET 2015
Bring your friends… Bring your families…
Bring your kids and most of all bring your dancing shoes
because Farmington Woods very own
Jerry Davenport and the JD Band
will be performing your favorite classic rock tunes.
3 P.M. – Social - Cash Bar
PRIME RIB NIGHT
Saturday, July 11, 2015
Prime rib dinner specials while they last.
Mouthwatering, slow roasted, tender prime
rib served au jus with our fresh baked
popovers. With three different sizes to
choose from, there is a cut for everyone!
Petite, Gentleman’s and King Cut
$21/$25/$29
plus tax and service fee
3:30 P.M. – Barbecue
Music from 4 P.M. to 6 P.M.
Featuring:
BBQ Chicken, BBQ Ribs
Hamburgers and Hot dogs
Tossed Green Salad, Grilled Vegetable Platter
Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Corn on the Cob
Rolls and Cornbread
Chef’s Red, White, and Blue Shortcake Dessert
Coffee, Tea, Decaf
$20 Per Person - $10 for Children 10 and Under
(plus tax and service fee)
Additional $5 cover charge for entertainment
Reservations are required and may be obtained by
calling The Clubhouse at 673-2419, Ext. 70.
Cancellations are honored twenty-four hours prior to
the event. Thank you and hope to see you!
Sunday Family BBQ Buffet
Sundays in July enjoy the Family BBQ
Buffet at the Clubhouse 4-7 p.m. with:
• St. Louis Style Pork Spare Ribs
• BBQ Chicken
• Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork
• Mac-n-Cheese
• Cole Slaw
• Cornbread
• Tossed Salad
• Ice Cream Sundae Bar
$16 per person for adults and $8 per person for
children 10 and under plus tax and service fee.
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Trivia Night
Upon Request-Trivia Night is back!!!
Fun questions for Beginners and Experts!!
Italian Pasta Night
Saturday, July 18, 2015
Date: July 9, 2015
Location: Pub
Start time: 7:00
R.S.V.P: Please call the Clubhouse to make a
reservation at 860-673-2419, 70
(Limited Reservations Available)
Dinner Menu & Drink Specials Available All Evening
Movie Night
July 10, 2015
Movie Starts at Dusk
We will be hosting a movie night on the
soccer field across from the Clubhouse.
Please call the clubhouse to make your
reservation at 860-673-2419
$4.00 for children & $5.00 for adults
Snacks & Beverages will be available for
purchase
Please bring blankets & Chairs
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Spinach & Sausage Lasagna
Marinated Grilled Vegetable Platter
Garlic Bread and Caesar Salad
Pasta
Linguine, Shells, Whole Wheat Penne,
and
Gluten Free Penne
Sauce
Marinara, Alfredo and Pesto
Toppings
Shrimp, Scallops, Chopped Clams,
Calamari, Prosciutto, Grilled Chicken
and Sausage
Accompaniments
Basil, Parmesan Cheese,
Roasted Red Peppers, Mushrooms,
Plum Tomatoes, Broccoli, Onions, Spinach, Garlic and Crushed Red Pepper
Assorted Desserts ~ Coffee, Tea or
Decaf
$20 per person
$9 children 10 and under
(plus tax and service fee)
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Concert on the Green
Wednesday, July 22, 2015
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Bring your chairs, or your blankets and join your
neighbors for an enjoyable evening of music and
fun. Event will be held on the soccer f ield across
from the Clubhouse.
PLANNING A PARTY?
For private functions of all kinds for
family, friends and business associates, choose the convenience and
beautiful environment of your own
CLUBHOUSE.
Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners,
Anniversaries, Birthdays, Bar or
Bat Mitzvah, Baby or Bridal Showers, Graduations, and/or Company
Parties…
Call Cristin Cook at 860-673-2419
Ext. 71.
An engaging local band that will have you rockin’!
Reservations should be made
at the Clubhouse 860-673-2419 ext 70.
Cover charge is $10 for adults
$5 for children under 12.
There will be a BBQ buffet available for
$17.95 per adult and $12.95 per child under 12
(plus tax and gratuity)
Look for more details in upcoming Tuesday
Telegram e-blasts.
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July 2015 Restaurant Calendar
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Open with the Tuesday Limited Menu 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Lunch: Wednesday - Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dinner: Wednesday - Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ~ Friday - Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: Sunday Menu 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: Family BBQ Buffet 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling the restaurant at 860-673-2419.
If the voicemail activates, please leave a message on ext. 70 with your name and phone number.
Sunday Monday Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
3
4
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch & Dinner
4th of July
BBQ-NL
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8
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10
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Limited
Tuesday
Menu
11:30 a.m.8:30 p.m.
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch & Dinner
Lunch & Dinner
Dinner featuring:
Prime Rib Specials
while they last.
Regular dinner menu
available.
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Sunday Menu
11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Family BBQ
Buffet &
Sundae Bar
4-7 p.m.
Closed
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Jeff Wisenberg
to perform in
the Pub
PP-LP
Lunch &
Dinner
Private
Golf
Outing
Limited
Tuesday
Menu
11:30 a.m.8:30 p.m.
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Closed
Limited
Tuesday
Menu
11:30 a.m.8:30 p.m.
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Concert on
the Green.
Major
Major
Member
Member
Guest-LP/NL/ Guest-LP/NL/SL
SL
5
6
Sunday Menu Closed
11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Family BBQ
Buffet &
Sundae Bar
4-7 p.m.
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Sunday Menu
11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Family BBQ
Buffet &
Sundae Bar
4-7 p.m.
PP-LP
PP-SL
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Private
Golf
Outing
PP-NL
See page 16
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Sunday Menu Closed
11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Family BBQ
Buffet &
Sundae Bar
4-7 p.m.
Major Member
Guest-LP/NL/SL
Trivia Night
Reservations
Required
Movie Night on
the Green
“The Wizzard of
OZ”
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Lunch & Dinner
Dinner featuring:
Italian Pasta Night
CONNECT Open Limited Menu Available
House BBQ-LP PP-NL
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Limited
Tuesday
Menu
11:30 a.m.8:30 p.m
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Lunch &
Dinner
Major
Member
Guest-LP/NL/SL
Key:
PP = Private Party
NL = North Lounge
SL = South Lounge
LP = Lower Patio
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Tim Ehrler saw this gal Sunday, May 31 laying
her eggs in the greenside bunker on #2.
Farmington Woods
circa 1970!
Guilford Pool opening weekend.
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Farmington Woods circa 1970!
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Golf News
Benefit Golf Tournament for
Jeff Brigham
Rescheduled for October 4, 2015
Farmington Woods Golf Club
You do not need to be a golf member to participate.
More details to come.
Farmington Woods
Junior Golf Camp - Summer ‘15
District 5 & 6 Dinner and
Meeting ~ On the Patio
Junior golfer camp registration is open to all juniors
ages 5-13. Camp will run for two weeks. Campers
can attend 1 or 2 weeks. Students will be broken up
by age and ability - Campers will be led through all
aspects of playing the game of golf in a FUN and
EXCITING learning environment - Lead Instructor
is PGA Professional and 2014 CT PGA Award
Recipient in Junior golfer development: George
DeVita.
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Women’s
Learn To
Golf Clinics on Tuesdays
5-6 p.m.
$20 per session.
Please contact the golf shop for more
information: 860-673-0062
proshop@farmingtonwoods.com
Short game practice
On - Course Activities
Range time, playing time and Fun Games!
PGA Professional instruction
T-Shirt, Lunch and Awards included!
When: August 3-7 and August 10- 14
Where: Farmington Woods GC
43 Heritage Drive, Avon, CT 06001
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Other: Students can attend one or two weeks.
Fee includes PGA instruction, lesson book, lunch,
T-Shirt and Awards.
Registration: Call 860-673-0062 or by email to
george@farmingtonwoods.com
Fee: $350 per person / week
Families with two or more kids receive $50
discount per child.
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18 Hole Women’s Golf League
We are in full swing now and want to welcome new members
Liz Deakin and Kathy Sisson. We hope you will enjoy our many
special events and weekly tournaments. We are still welcoming
new members so please contact Phyllis Butler at 860-930-8631
if you are interested in joining in the fun!!
A very big thank you to Susan Menson for once again chairing
our two day Member-Member event on June 6th and 7th. She did
a spectacular job with all aspects of the event and on top of that
managed probably one of the best weather days of the year so
far. Also, many thanks to George and Cristin and their staff for
all of their efforts. Everyone had a wonderful time and we had a
lot of winners.
Congratulations go to:
Day 1:
Low Gross/Better Ball – Sharon Fialkievicz & Donna Harris
Low Net/Better Ball – Sue Howard & Carol Proulx
Low Gross/ Combined – Bonnie Aube & Terry McNamara
Low Net/Combined – Rene Bent & Kathleen Woods
Closest to the Pins – Rene Bent on both #8 and #17!!!
Day 2:
Low Gross/Chapman Scotch – Pam Brisson & Phyllis Butler
Low Net/Chapman Scotch – Pat Dicosimo & Elaine Truskoski
Low Gross/Scramble – Liz Deakin & Kathy Kowalski
Low Net/Scramble – Judy Rotondo & Kathy Sisson
Closest to the Pins – Sharon Fialkievicz #4 and Liz Deakin #13
R. Bent, K. Woods, D. Harris, S. Fialkievicz,
Member/Member overall winners
Special congratulations to our overall champions:
Low Gross – Sharon Fialkievicz & Donna Harris
Low Net - Rene Bent & Kathleen Woods
Don’t forget to sign up for our upcoming Member/
Guest which will be held on Thursday, July 16th.
Nancy Landwehr will be chairing this event so
please contact her with any questions or offers to
help out. It is a big undertaking so let’s band
together for full participation and another great
FWWGA event!!
Judy Rotondo, President
9 Hole Women’s Golf League
Although the month of May was marked with some substantially chilly temperatures for morning golf on Wednesdays,
at least there were no rain outs, which may be a record for the FW Women’s 9-Hole golfers!
We reported last month about our formal opening tournament, luncheon and annual meeting. In the week following
that event, our annual mixer with the 18-Hole Women’s Club was held. Sixteen players participated, the field well
balanced between 9-holers and 18-holers. The team of Terry McNamara, Kris Sayers, Dorothy Pfizenmaier and
Lynn Griffing won Low Gross. Low Net honors went to the team of Elaine Truskoski, Wendy Gill, Mary Lynn
Gorman and Ruth Pandiscio. Lunch, as usual, was a noisy, fun experience – one mark of a successful event!
In the last week of May, our tournament format was the Back Nine Scramble. Winners were the team of Deb
Sahm, Ruth Becker, Lynn Griffing and Georgie Geoghan. Since some of our golfers don’t play the back nine
regularly, this particular event can be challenging for some of the group.
With our being able to play every Wednesday, warmer weather arriving and getting some special tournaments
“under our belt” in the month of May, we’ve had a great beginning to our 2015 season and look forward to the next
few months!
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Farmington Twigs
Written by kids for kids
Farmington Woods Artists
The Farmington Woods Artists summer show is hanging
at the Clubhouse. Stop by and enjoy.
Please contact Carolyn Newell (673-7200) or Joan
Brault (673-1161) if you have questions or concerns.
The summer show will run until the end of September.
BOOM! POW! Fireworks are above us,
it’s the 4th of July, and there’s no better way to
spend it than with the people you love. But have
you ever thought to yourself “ok so there’s the
fireworks show, then what do I do”?
That’s certainly not a problem in
Farmington Woods, with the many activities that
we have to offer and they are not just perfect for
adults, your kids will never be bored. Whether
you’re taking a stroll by one of the parks that we
have or swimming in one of the four different
pools, there is and never will be a time when you
are bored in Farmington Woods.
Now there are not just activities for the
warm seasons there’s also the best winter
sledding spots at the golf course, but the golf
course isn’t just fun in the summer, it’s also fun in
the winter, spring, and the fall where you can slide
down a hill of leaves.
So even if you’re visiting a family
member who lives in Farmington Woods we will
definitely give any guest a visit that they’ll never
forget.
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MOMS OF THE
FARMINGTON WOODS
NEWS:
I hope everyone is enjoying their summer so far.
There’s so much to do in our tiny little state from
strawberry and blueberry picking to going on thrilling
rides at amusement parks. Personally, my family and
I have come to realize how much we love Connecticut.
During the summertime we enjoy doing a lot of outdoor
activities. Here are a few of my favorite things to do
that are close to home.
Bike riding - Farmington River Trail. Did you
know you can ‘borrow a bike’ on the trail?
Beaches - Silver Sands State Park, Milford, CT
to walk out to Charles Island (during low tide) or relax
in Watch Hill, RI or Misquamicut, RI where there are
lots of activities for families.
Hiking and Waterfalls – Bash Bish Falls in
Mount Washington, MA, Kent Falls in Kent, CT, or
there are several trails along the Farmington River near
Pleasant Valley, CT which is popular for fishing too!
You can also go tubing on the Farmington River.
Playgrounds & Splash Pads – Buckingham
Playground in Avon, CT, New Fenridge Park in West
Hartford, CT, Rotary Park in Simsbury, CT or our very
own Farmington Woods Playground at the Guilford Pool
which offers the nature trail and tennis.
Amusement Parks – Six Flags New England in
Agawam, MA, Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT,
Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, CT
In addition to this, we also enjoy going to the
Farmington Woods Community Garden where we
started about 95% of our garden from seeds. It’s like
taking care of children! I can say that myself and other
new gardeners that I’ve talked to, have learned a lot
and received so much help from the committee
members and other experienced gardeners. I have
made new friends and met some lovely residents I
haven’t met before. I have to share one more benefit
of gardening… my oldest son, Stephen IV who is 5 ½
has begun trying and eating new vegetables, especially
the ones we have in our garden. Once he realized we
were growing things that we ate, he got excited about
at least trying them! I want to give a huge thank you
to John Sahm who reached out to me during the early
spring time to share information about the community
garden.
JULY ACTIVITIES:
Tuesday Tennis and Soccer at Heritage Courts – 10-11
a.m. For children and caretakers. Bring a racquet and/or a
soccer ball. Let’s get together and practice your skills.
Thursday Pool Dates – 3-5 p.m. For children and
caretakers. Encourage the kids to swim. Location TBA. If
not on the Facebook page, please email Charlene Savino.
Parents Night Out with a Sunset View – Pot luck style
night out at Bryon Pool, July 11 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sunset is
at 8:27 p.m.! Bring a favorite dish or appetizer. Rain Date:
TBA
BECOME A MEMBER!
If you’d like to join, you can find our Group on Facebook
under “Moms of the Farmington Woods”. If you are not
connected on Facebook, please email Charlene Savino at
charlenesavino@gmail.com for more information.
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District Representatives
Responsible for collecting the names of potential MA
Board candidates and putting forward their qualifications
to the community, yearly District assessment of exterior
Condo maintenance, delivery of Directories, and general
liaison to the MA Board.
• Complement: 30 - Three from each District
• Term: Two years
• Term Limit: None
• Election: September 2015
• 2015 Openings: Fifteen; three each from
Districts 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9.
Are you interested in maintaining high standards for FW?
We need residents who are willing to be nominated for
the Master Association Board, the Tax District Board
and as District Representatives. If you have a desire to
contribute to the community and enhance it with
professional skills and a collaborative spirit, please add
your name to the list of the many who have gone before
you and show your concern in a positive manner.
Applications can be found on our website, and at the MA
Office.
A background in any of the following areas could put a
resident in good stead to serve as a Board Member:
management, finance, engineering, real estate, public
relations, law, insurance, human resources, or strategic
planning, to name a few.
Following is a listing of openings in our various governing
bodies for 2015:
Tax District Board
Responsible for the governance of FW municipal services
(including the Golf Course)
• Complement: Nine, no more than six of which
can be from the same political party.
• Term: Three years
• Term limit: None
• Election: October Annual District meeting
• 2015 Openings: Three
Master Association Executive Board
Responsible for governance of non-municipal aspects of
Farmington Woods
• Complement: Ten, one from each District
• Term: Two years
• Term limit: Two full terms
• Election: September 2015
• 2015 Openings: Five; one each from Districts
1, 3, 5, 7 and 9.
Maybe you feel you just don’t know enough yet to be
sure you want to volunteer. The slate of Board members
and District Representatives is listed in the Directory and
on the website under Government. Any of them would
be willing to talk to you about the experience. You can
also ask questions at the District Dinners that take place
over the summer/fall.
There are also 12 committees that rely on volunteers to
run smoothly. Currently there is a need to fill vacancies
on the Communications, Community Awareness, Golf,
Landscape, Paddle and Tennis, and Pool Committees.
Volunteer and join the fun.
Application
_ I would like to be a Tax District Director.
_ I would like to be a MA Director. District # _______
_ I would like to be a District Representative: #_______
_ I would like to serve on a Standing Committee.
Committee Preference: ____________________
Name:________________________________________
Address: _________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________________
Email: ___________________________________
Short synopsis of expertise and/or interest:
________________________________________
________________________________________
________________________________________
________________________________________
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Farmington Woods Paddle and
Tennis Committee
The Paddle and Tennis Committee approved a new
system for tennis court reservations.
Objective: Develop a new system with the intention of obtaining
a more accurate account of how frequently the courts are
being used and the number of people using them. It is also
important to develop a system that is fair and convenient for
Farmington Woods residents and operates more efficiently by
reducing the work load for committee members and reducing
the use of paper currently required.
System Approved: Prior to the beginning of every tennis
season we (Tennis Committee) will post an announcement for
court reservations. These reservations are restricted to groups
of players that are interested in reserving a seasonal long
schedule, i.e. every Monday, or every Monday, Wednesday
and Friday, or Monday through Friday, or Saturday and Sunday,
etc.
In order for a group to reserve a court(s) the group must
provide a list of names (players) to the Committee to justify
the reservation for one or more courts. The Committee will
then generate a completed list of the reservation dates, times,
courts, and group leader(s). The list will then be posted on the
boards at all court locations where courts are reserved. This
list will also be posted on each and every court applicable.
This reservation system will also include people and/or groups
interested in hosting special events for one or more days during
the tennis season.
For all other tennis players there will be a register posted at
every tennis location. The players must sign up for the court
they intend to use, documenting the date, time, court and name
of players. Group reservations mentioned above will be color
shaded in the register to identify dates and times courts are
reserved for the current tennis season. If the register is not
completed by someone using a court then another person is
allowed to take that court which has not been reserved
accordingly. Courts cannot be reserved more than 48 hours in
advance, and cannot be used for more than one and a half (1
½) hours of play time.
Thank you for your cooperation,
Brett Eisenlohr
Committee Chair
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Appreciation
No place on planet earth offers an environment of pure
honesty, complete integrity and always the best of peaceful
intentions, yet even in some of the most autocratic countries
in the world much good can still be found. Venezuela is
by no means at the far end of the repressive spectrum but
relative to the United States, life can be considered quite
harsh for many.
Ricardo (Ricky) Martinez the nephew of Taty Elwood, was
recently here on a two month visit to gain an understanding
of life in America as part of an effort to immerse himself
into other cultures, an ideal also shared by his parents.
Ricky and his family live in Venezuela, also Taty’s native
country, where life is considerably different than the United
States. At the age of 18 he has already become a
remarkable young man with a great deal of focus as to
what his life’s journey should be.
Many of the things we take for granted, such as getting in
a car and going to a grocery store, most always abundantly
stocked with anything one could want or a trip to the mall
with little or no worry of encountering any trouble, are not
the norm in his home country. Where and when you go are
always important considerations. Shortages of many staples
is the norm. Many restaurants have their own security on
site, the local authorities cannot always be trusted and being
mugged or robbed is not uncommon. His family’s home
has been broken into 5 times and they live in a better part
of town. The city of Barquisimeto where Ricky lives is
the fourth largest and the Capital of Lara, one of the 23
states in the country. Although located in an agricultural
region of Venezuela where sugar is a major crop and the
culture is dominated by music, there is much industry and
commerce. The demographics include people from Italy,
Spain and Portugal as well as other parts of South America.
Public schools all over are considered substandard by most
and if at all possible families that can afford it, send their
children to private schools, which Ricky has attended from
the start of his education. Here a private school is
considered a privilege for the few, there it is practically a
desperate quest.
What is striking about Ricky is his sense of the world around
him. He has a mature awareness of world affairs,
particularly for his age, grasping much of the complexity
and consequences of actions taken by so many countries
with different agendas. He believes it is important to
understand the views of others even though the ideology,
religious and philosophical beliefs may not be in harmony
Ricardo (Ricky) Martinez
with one’s own. He loves his country yet recognizes its
shortcomings and sees so much potential for improvement,
which he wants to be a part of.
Originally thinking of becoming an electrical engineer and
designing products, his intended profession is architecture,
also his father’s vocation. Later this year he will be going
to Argentina to study in that field. He has an innate
creative mentality which has drawn him to art world in
the past year. Employing a modern technique to his
paintings, he achieves a vision of the mind combining the
mindset and moods we all experience, both good and bad.
He conveys this on canvas with texture and color along
with eloquent elaboration, when describing his work.
Ricky’s mother is a psychologist which perhaps explains
his in-depth awareness of the mind. As a writer he has
written some short stories, poems and is now working on
a novel. Not surprisingly it is a love story about a young
artist that, with the help of his girlfriend, navigates his
way through life’s many challenges and ultimately finds
happiness. He credits David Lynch, the multi-talented
artist and writer, as one of his inspirations.
Ricky has also traveled to Belgium, France, Holland and
Brazil. Complementing his real life experiences, he enjoys
reading about world history and influential people. His
favorite sport is Rugby playing the flanker position. As a
lover of music he is an avid fan of Gustavo Dudamel, the
world renowned conductor and violinist. Gustavo is the
music director of the Orqesta Sinfonica Simon Bolivar in
Barquisimeto his birth place and the Los Angeles
Philharmonic.
Ricky appreciates the time he spent here and the sanctuary
of Farmington Woods which provided a serene
environment to reflect and compose his thoughts.
Jeff Schleppy
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World Travels...
Announcements
District 3
Annual Meeting and BBQ
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Save The Date!
Be on the lookout for details to come!
Carolyn Newell (above) and Joan Brault (below)
traveled to the Ring of Kerry in Ireland with some
artists from the Avon Arts Association. These photos
were taken on the Healy Pass between County Cork
and County Kerry.
Save the date
Districts 5 & 6
Annual Meeting and Dinner
Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.
More details to come.
Tuesday Social Bridge
Come join the fun!
Will be held in the South Lounge of the Clubhouse
on the second and forth Tuesday
each month at 1 p.m.
If you have questions contact
Peggy Sterns at 860-675-7202
Avon Free Public Library’s
Farmers Market
Grown by Farmers, Run by Librarians
July 6, 2015 to August 31, 2015. Mondays, 4-7 p.m.,
in the library parking lot!
Phyllis
Satter
visits the
Grand
Canyon in
May 2015
An indoor holiday market is planned for
Monday, November 16, 2015.
Announcing the 2015 Vendors: Anthony’s Farm,
Canton; Barden Farm, New Hartford; Bassette
Farmstead, South Glastonbury; Connecticut Gourmet,
Willimantic; Dolce Vita Gelato, New Britain; George
Hall Farm, Simsbury; GourmAvian, Bolton; Newgate
Farms, Windsor/E. Granby; Rose’s Berry Farm, South
Glastonbury; Shenstone Gardens, South Glastonbury;
Sub Edge Farm, Avon; Woodland Farm, South
Glastonbury; 7/13, 7/20, 8/3, 8/10 only: Lyric Hill Farm.
Go to http://www.avonctlibrary.info/
farmersmarket.html
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Classifieds
Goods & Services
Reading in the Woods: book group is looking for new
members. We meet in members’ condos and read a wide
variety of fiction and non-fiction. Our book for July 22 is
Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. Come join us for a glass of
wine, interesting conversation and fun. Email
harlowjudith@outlook.com for more information. We look
forward to you joining us.
Missing: 12' fiberglass canoe “Old Town”, maroon in color
with nose damage and repair to front of canoe and rear
broken seat that was removed or stolen approximately
beginning to mid March of this year along the trail next to
lake. With information or whereabouts, please respond to
jeff at jeftekinc@yahoo.com or call or text at 732-620-6481.
For Sale: Boy’s BMX bike-20" (slider-thruster). Front and
rear brakes, front, rear, and wheel reflectors. Like brand
new-used once. $80. Please call 860-402-5051.
For Sale: Electrolux Refrigerator. Stainless steel side-byside refrigerator with ice & water maker on front door.
Only used for three years and is in very good condition. If
interested please call David at 240-417-6454.
Tutoring: Graduate,with high honors, Elementary
Educations Pre K-4, Shippensburg University. Experience
working with Canton School system, special education
preschool program for four summers as a paraprofessional.
Available and experienced for tutoring in pre k and
elementary grade level students. Very willing to work with
students with special needs. Please call Melissa at 860331-1861. Fees are reasonable.
Want Great Skin? How About Extra Income? As a
consultant for Rodan + Fields, I have both! The doctors
who created Proactiv have developed a skin care line to
address the 4 major concerns of ANTI-AGING. Doing this
business is fun, I’m making money and looking GREAT!!
For before and after pictures or more info, email me:
SaeedSingletary2@gmail.com. Talk to you soon.
Free Items: Solid oak desk top: 5 feet 4 inches X 3 feet.
Battery for electric golf cart. Coleman propane gas lantern.
Never used. Please call 860-675-0328.
For Sale: 2012 Chevy Impala LT 4 door sedan. 6 cylinder.
Black exterior and light gray interior. Very good condition.
Low Miles at 26,000. Asking $12,995. Call Sam. Cell:
623-980-8510.
Real Estate
Looking for a Winter Get Away? 1 bedroom villa for
sale in beautiful Costa Rica overlooking a bay and the
Pacific Ocean with beach access. Spectacular view and
pristine condition with renovated kitchen and bathroom
(granite and stainless steel appliances). $150,000. Call
860-673-7550.
Condo For Sale: 3 bedroom-3 full bath Columbia model.
Magnificent views of rolling hills, and golf course from the
eat-in kitchen or deck. The great-room features a 16 foot
ceiling, travertine flooring, and floor to ceiling fireplace
with gas-log insert. Large windows. First floor master with
walk-in closet. Finished basement/work-out-room, oversized two car garage, and substantial attic storage area. Plenty
of room for your belongings, move-in-ready. $305,000. Call
860-798-3512.
Condo For Sale: 15 Maple Lane, is completely updated
including new roof, siding, exterior lighting and more. New
kitchen, freshly painted. Two bedrooms, 2.5 baths with
open floor plan. Your view off the patio is of the 10th hole.
New kitchen appliances including a gas stove; W&D within
unit and attached garage with ample guest parking. Priced
at $174,900. Contact rwandrea@sbcglobal.net or 860-6704701.
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