Regional Events
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Regional Events
Regional Events from page 21 through gift-laden tables for special presents. This is a wonderful opportunity to purchase beautiful gifts for those on your list this holiday season. www.pequotmuseum.org (800) 411-9671 Movie and Talk: Shinnecock: A Thom Hoffman Documentary Friday-Saturday, Nov. 28-29, 2 pm. at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket - This hour-long documentary (2013) explores the history of the Shinnecock Indians. Produced by filmmaker Thomas Hoffman, it features Shinnecock tribal members sharing tribal history in their own words. On Saturday, Nov. 29, Thom talks about the film and answers questions.www.pequotmuseum.org (800) 411-9671 Niantic’s 11th Annual Holiday Stroll 3:00 – 7:00 pm. Saturday, November 29th in downtown Niantic - This family-friendly day features horse-drawn carriage rides, professional holiday carolers strolling the quaint shop-lined streets of Niantic, complimentary hot cider and cocoa on the green, a “Snow-Flake Drop” featuring discounts and giveaways at local shops and restaurants, and last, but not least, the arrival of Santa on a shiny red fire truck just in time for a tree lighting ceremony beginning at 5:00 pm on Liberty Green. For more information visit www.discovereastlyme.com Save The River – Save The Hills Winter Buffet and Holiday Cheer - Friday, December 5, 6-10 at Flanders Fish Market and Restaurant in East Lyme - Includes dinner, dessert and glass of wine, beer or soda. Live and Silent Auctions. Price per person $30.00 Children 12 and under $15.00 Limited tickets will be sold at the door. Always a full house. 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Thoughtfully Designed Handbags http://bucklebee.etsy.com Please visit us on Facebook at Bucklebee Arbonne International Skin Care · Nutrition Cosmetics · Aromatherapy Pure ~ Safe ~ Beneficial Karen A. Doherty - Independent Consultant ID# 10520019 Business Opportunities · Call for details 860.460.3384 www.teowithkaren.myarbonne.com HARVEST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP announces the opening of LOAVES AND FISHES a community food pantry Sundays, 1-2pm Jesus replied, “They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.” Matthew 14:16 5 Freedom Way, Niantic - Exit 72 off I-95 - behind the Bridal Mall visit us at www.harvestcf.net or call: 860 442-7423 or 860 739-5723 PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER History Matters: Tales from East Lyme’s Past BORDER ISSUES by Jim Littlefield - [email protected] In regards to the evolution of shapes, I recently stumbled upon a quote attributed to the early Quakers… “God provided us the circle, religion gave us the triangle but it was man who invented the square.” That brought to mind an enlightening encounter I once had with a Chinese scholar by the name of Henry Kuo. I visited this gentleman at his home on Hopkins Drive years ago in hopes that he could interpret a Chinese coin we had found on a nearby archaeological dig. I soon knew the date, value and place that coin was minted, but that information paled in comparison to what was revealed about a square cut in its center. “That was done to remind people that we as individuals have sharp edges like a square and we must learn to blend into the round, never-ending circle of life suggested by the outer edge of the coin,” Professor Kuo had wisely offered. Native Americans as well as Asians seemed to have long understood this communal connection as they continually referenced the “circle of life” in their religion and culture. Native American architecture… fortifications, as well as individual wigwams and teepees were round in nature as were their graves, bodies being drawn up in a circular fetal position, suggestive of the beginning and ending of life. Early European settlers, I think it is fair to say, brought a different perspective to the New World and a case could be made that it was reflected and represented by the basic shape of the square. Our forefathers quickly built “squarish” houses and marked off their personal “squarish” plots of land with wood or stone. Even their graves had sharp defining edges (and still do). If you look at a map or view our part of the world from the air, the checkerboard pattern suggests the Quakers may have been right. Our culture is defined by its individualism and with that, many corresponding sharp edges. “Good fences make good neighbors,” is an old saying familiar to us all. In the words of writer Caroline Westerhoff: “(Within this proverb lies) the irresolvable tension between boundary and hospitality, between demarcation and common space, between individuality and collectivity, and between other conflicting attitudes that separate people from each other.” Sometimes prudence dictates that a fence be built for protection or separation but perhaps at other times that same practice may do more harm than good. It might be interesting to look back at East Lyme’s early years to find suitable information to examine. Before East Lyme became East Lyme, most of the 42 square miles that now comprises it (if you include the water) was part of the Pequot Plantation (New London) which, in turn, was part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Most folks who have lived here for any length of time know the famous 1646 story of the “Bride Brook Wedding” and the importance the border defined by that waterway played in the account. Bride Brook (called “Sunkipaug” by the Nehantic Indians) was the recognized boundary between Massachusetts and the Connecticut colonies and as such became the cause of considerable problems over the years. The “sweet meadow hay” that was found along our shores (particularly in the Black Point area) drew interest from both sides of the Visit www.postroadreview.com ¤ THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 34 History INTERIOR SPECIALISTS continued brook. As the boundaries of Connecticut and Massachusetts gave way more specifically with the creation of New London and Saybrook, frequent arguments and confrontations arose over the border. Saybrook was said to extend “eastward, five miles from the Connecticut River” and New London “was granted four miles west of the Pequot (Thames) River,” according to the early General Court which decided such matters. The trouble was that when this was actually measured out, Saybrook was found to have encroached almost two miles into New London territory, definitely beyond the original Bride Brook borderline. Attempts were made to reconcile the issue in 1668 with deputies from both New London and Lyme (now broken off from the original Saybrook colony) but nothing could be agreed upon that was satisfactory to both sides. One attempt was made to “set aside the area in question as ministry land” but unfortunately both groups felt their minister more deserving of the sweet meadow hay benefits that grew there. It was on this ministry land in August of 1671 where the two towns squared off physically to decide the issue. Known locally as “The Haymaker’s Frolic,” thirty men from New London and a similar size group from Lyme, all armed with scythes, rakes and pitchforks converged on the disputed area in Black Point in an effort to secure their minister’s hay. Luckily, weapons were quickly abandoned but that did not prevent fists from soon flying. In the ensuing melee various arrests were made and calmer heads eventually prevailed. It was decided to let the law settle the issue. “After drinking a dram of friendship,” we are told, all parties retired from the field of battle but with the lawsuits and protests that followed, the issue was certainly far from settled. In her book “East Lyme Our Town and How It Grew,” Olive Chendali relates the following, perhaps somewhat embellished, accounting. “Having despaired of ever settling the matter, the inhabitants of both towns eventually agreed to end the disagreement by a test of strength on the part of two contestants chosen by each town. The men selected by New London were the Messrs. Pickett and Latimer, while Lyme chose as their contestants Messrs. Griswold and Ely. A day was chosen and the site as told in the legend was Black Point. We can only imagine the excitement of the supporters who must have accompanied their contestants. At the signal they confronted each other with fists until victory was achieved by both Lyme contestants. Lyme henceforth took possession of the disputed strip of land between Bride Brook and Nehantic Bay and continued to hold it without further dispute to the day when East Lyme was set off from Lyme (and became a town) in 1839. ‘WIGWAM ROCK’ became the eastern boundary of Lyme’s grant and the western boundary for Waterford’s grant to East Lyme. (Waterford had separated from New London in 1801.)” It would be interesting if a poll could be taken among current East Lyme residents to see how many folks actually know what and where Wigwam Rock is located. For those of us who grew up here, swimming out to that landmark was a (forbidden) rite of passage when visiting McCook’s Point. Beginners usually honed their skills by swimming out to the raft first but eventually Wigwam Rock would beckon. Jutting out all alone in the waters of Niantic Bay, it certainly invited youthful visitation but I remember it was rocky when one “came ashore” and tough on bare feet. 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You believe the world would be a poorer place without certain folk around you, to bounce off in a spirit of friendly competition. After all, your sign is associated with coming first. How will you ever be victorious at anything, without a worthy competitor to vanquish occasionally and to keep you on your toes? It is when your relationships limit you, or lead to more obligations than you’d like, that you start to question the wisdom of allowing people so much say. TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) Recently, you have been far away from the cosmic spotlight. This has its benefits and has not bothered you excessively, since there are advantages to being able to pursue your own concerns in privacy. While you are growing and developing on an inner and spiritual level, working through events that happened in the very distant past and making peace with issues that have lurked in your subconscious unresolved for ages, you’d expect to turn your gaze inward. You are thus unwilling to become subject to public scrutiny, but need people around who you respect and trust, not that you have to keep an eye on the whole time. GEMINI (May 21 - June 20) Assorted obligations and your working life feature during the first half of November. This leaves you little scope for relaxation and causes you to wonder what this is all about. Your expenditure and a growing list of outgoings are the primary reason for such frenetic activity, but whether the need for more cash ought to predominate so markedly, you aren’t exactly sure. This isn’t a new situation either, as the past couple of years have been characterised by these concerns, leaving you worn out and regularly plagued by an array of minor ailments. It is a great month to be kinder to yourself, just here and there. CANCER (June 20 - July 22) Marriage and romance are treated differently in astrological terms. No doubt this will raise a hollow laugh in certain quarters based on your life experiences, but to informed stargazers each is genuinely connected with a contrasting region of the sky. Hopefully, these associations go hand in hand, but at certain junctures you’ll find good influences impacting on one and not the other, creating a complicated interplay. During the first half of November for instance, you notice looser liaisons are more enjoyable than the sense of being tied to anyone, with commitment as the number one priority. LEO (July 23- August 22) The focus on your domestic affairs comes as no surprise, since Saturn has emphasised this area of your horoscope for almost two years. Looking back, the atmosphere within your family and how you are living today, prove in sharp contrast to what you were facing then. Much has changed, as Saturn pruned away whatever wasn’t working and that you no longer needed, leaving you with a sparser framework of relationships and activities that are nevertheless more dependable. So, compared to what you have been through, November is plain sailing. Love and laughter are also on the agenda. VIRGO (Aug. 23- Sept. 22) While the full moon on 11/6 reflects the rays of the Sun, so this month marks a reflective period for you, no matter how busy matters seem on the surface or look to the casual observer. In your quieter moments you cannot help but compare the circumstances in which you are living, with those ideals you always were keen to promote and at how a number of awkward compromises, have led you away from your original intentions. Probably, it has escaped your attention on an everyday basis, since the process was gradual and cumulative. But fundamentally, stay true to yourself, since you are your sternest critic. By Paul Wade -The Astrology Wizard LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) An unusual planetary pattern puts money at the forefront of your attention. And largely the portents are excellent; although you’ve never found economics the most fascinating subject once the initial emphasis on such practicalities subsides. But to begin this period, the best use of these prevailing trends is to examine your thoughts on certain key issues and to ascertain, what actually counts in your world. Symbolically, your attitude towards the material sphere reflects what you really value. Security is another concept that relates to cash in some ways, but is not entirely the same. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) It is not until the middle of this month that the emphasis on your sign even begins to wane. After a sojourn in the background that you resented enormously, but which curiously suited your purposes, the solar eclipse of last month changed all that and brought your concerns to the forefront. Others suddenly noticed your existence again, while subjectively it was far harder, to keep your concerns secret and not to acknowledge the import of these anxieties. You have always found it tough, to be open about your feelings, but everyone has vulnerabilities that are best addressed by accepting the desire to share them. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) There are definitely two sides to your character and this month, you can give free rein to both of them. Your sign is linked with the centaur, a mythic combination of the human form with the legs and body of a horse. Thus you can horse around with the best of them and as the planets gradually move to occupy your sign from November 16, you will have plenty of opportunity for fun and frolics. But prior to this, you’d be working against the celestial tide to push yourself forward out of season. Promote your more cerebral and philosophical inclination then, while you make up your mind about a few things. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) Pluto is a little over one-third of the way, through a visit to your sign that lasts a daunting sixteen years. Astronomers may undermine this planet’s importance, but it remains a force to acknowledge. It heralds change and transformation, promising the breakdown of existing structures and causing you to question all you previously assumed to be true. This does not happen easily, since you must first access and then examine hidden conditioning, buried deep down within your psyche. Still, once this process winds up what emerges is ultimately better, since Pluto correlates with regeneration as well. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) Although you have occasionally doubted the wisdom of the course you’ve chosen, four planets around the apex of your horoscope in November dispel a number of the doubts you’ve encountered. It seems others have noticed your efforts after all and while their approval was never something you sought, it is encouraging to have feedback that tells you, your efforts are not in vain. Mainly the response from those in authority and your peers is supportive and assures you that you’re on the right course. There are some who are less pleased and work against you, but accept their envy as a compliment too. PISCES (Feb. 19- March 19) When you’re busy, have a goal in mind and the bit between your teeth, it is possible to lose sight of other issues in your eagerness to tackle the task in hand. But be careful you don’t give anyone the message, that you are not concerned about their opinion and will ride roughshod over their needs and sensibilities. In reality, nothing could be further from the truth, even if you are one of those rare representatives of your sign, who puts on a tough front to hide your sensitivity. Especially in your social life and with more casual acquaintances, you gain the most pleasure from the company of those on a mission themselves. Paul Wade, a UK-based astrologer, is published in seven languages. For weekly and annual horoscopes, services, information, freebies and more, visit www.astrologywizard.com. PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 36 Saye-Brooke Strip Shop, LLC “We will help you keep your furniture looking its best” Chairs Tightened · Dresser Drawers Fixed Furniture Refinishing & Repairs ·Antique Restoration · Cane & Rush Seat Weaving - We Also Paint Furniture Robert Mittelhauser 104 Ingham Hill Rd., Old Saybrook www.saye-brookestripshop.com 860-388-5689 History Matters continued from page 35 and remembers wearing sneakers for that very reason. She and her adventurous friends visited one night after the lifeguard had gone off duty and she shared a remembrance common to many of us who had undertaken that journey…IT SURE WAS A LOT FARTHER AWAY FROM SHORE THAN IT LOOKED FROM ON TOP OF McCOOK’S POINT! The next time you drive by Niantic Bay, walk the boardwalk or go to the beach, take a good look at Wigwam Rock. It is shaped exactly like a wigwam, similar to the ones our Native American forebears once built of saplings and bark. I can’t help but think there may have been a lesson there we never saw. Round shapes are suggestive of the circle of life with the potential for all people to be included inside. To think that that rock stood stoically by while seemingly more advanced people advocating squares raged and fought… “Such the pity,” my grandmother would have said. “Such the pity.” Over the last three years, local author, Jim Littlefield has shared with us many local history stories of interest. He has recently written a book entitled “The Slave Catcher’s Woman.” This work of historical fiction reveals much of the institution of slavery as it existed in the antebellum south. “The Slave Catcher ’s Woman.” is available on Amazon, at Bank Square Books in Mystic, Monte Cristo Bookshop in New London or can be locally purchased at Book Barn, Tri-Town, Barbers Plus One or at the Niantic police station down on Main Street. For more information visit Mr. Littlefield’s website online at www.jimlittlefield.com or email him at [email protected] CUTS · COLORS · HIGHLIGHTS · PERMS · STRAIGHTENING Stephanie & Demi Now Offering - Holiday Special - $10 OFF Any Chemical Service For New and Existing Clients - With This Ad Only VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBAL MEDICINE Stephanie Torlone, D.V.M, C.V.A.,C.V.C.H. 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Our new location is: 95 Pennsylvania Avenue, Niantic www.acupuncturedog.com Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW [email protected] Nov. 2014 PAGE 37 NIANTIC PLUMBING 40 Pennsylvania Ave • Niantic, CT Since • PARTS 1952 • FIXTURES • INSTALLATION WE HAVE IT ALL!! 860 739-5032 BURDICK PAINTING 860-447-9855 An Education in the Grotesque: The Gargoyles of Yale University Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library presents an evening with photographer and author Matthew Duman who will talk on the Gargoyles of Yale University on Wednesday November 12, 2014 at 7 pm.. In his lecture Matthew will highlight a selection of gargoyles and grotesques found on the buildings of the Yale University campus in New Haven, CT. Using original photographs from his book, Matt explores the artistic, historic, architectural and even humorous significance of these decorative sculptures and their role in communicating the identity of Yale University as a place of learning and enlightenment. Everyone from teens to seniors interested in history, architecture, sculpture or photography will appreciate Matt’s presentation! A book signing will follow his talk. Mathew Duman is a photographer and graphic designer who grew up in Bethany, Connecticut. While studying abroad, he developed a fascination with the grotesque sculptures of the cathedrals of Britain. In addition to England, Matt has made photographic trips to Italy, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Matt currently works at the Knights of Columbus in New Haven. He began exploring the variety of sculpture found on the buildings of Yale University a few years ago and as a personal project, has researched and documented these “new world” grotesques which are closer, but no less bewitching than their European counterparts. The Library is located at 2 Library Lane, off Lyme Street in Old Lyme. Winter hours are Monday and Wednesday, 10am to 7pm; Tuesday and Thursday, 10am to 6pm; Friday, 10am to 5pm and Saturday, 10am to 4pm. The program is free and open to the public. Registration required by calling 860-434-1684 or visit www.oldlyme.lioninc.org to register online under the Events calendar. Regional Events ALL TYPES OF U.S. & FOREIGN COINS AND PAPER MONEY Buying All Coins (U.S. & Foreign), Franklin Mint Issues, All other Private Mint Issues, Sterling Silver Items, Old Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Scrap, Pocket Watches, Vintage Watches, Diamonds, Estate Jewelry PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER from pg. 33 Dick Campo Big Band A Concert and Party to Benefit Center for Hospice Care - 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. December 5 at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa - The legendary Dick Campo Big Band will get you in a festive spirit with a benefit concert featuring a combination of big band hits and holiday classics. Be part of this great event, while helping Center for Hospice Care. Tickets are $75 per person $65 per person for Circle Members 860.848.5699 Wreath Silent Auction 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, December 5th at the Smith-Harris House, 33 Society Rd., Niantic - Theme: “Thomas & Elizabeth Avery’s First Christmas Together” (1845) Enjoy the SmithHarris House decorated for the holidays and lit by candlelight as you bid on the prefect wreath for your home! Wreaths decorated and donated by local businesses and patrons of the Smith-Harris House will be available for silent bidding. Performer Jennifer Emerson will entertain with harp music while refreshments inspired by historic recipes are offered. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Smith-Harris House, for preservation and public programming. For more information call (860) 739-0761 or visit our website at www.smithharris.org. Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 38 PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 39 Community Bulletin Board This space has been set aside for non-profit organizations to post their announcements. NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) Support group. Fourth Monday of every month (except July) @ St.Agnes Church Hall, 22 Haigh Ave.Niantic from 7-8:30 PM. Support for friends, family members and those diagnosed with mental illness. Resources and information regarding mental illness offered. Facilitator: Joan Lazar RN,MSN. call 860-739-8822 for more info. Ballroom Dance-First Sat. of each month from 6:30-11:00pm, and third Friday of each month from 7:00-10:00pm (except July & August) at the East Lyme Library Activity Room. For info call Ken Curry 860-572-7185. Shoreline Swing Dances - Sept. - June. Live bands on the 3rd Sat of each month, at the East Lyme Community Center (7:30 - 11:30 pm); and Sunday record hops at the Mystic German Club (7:00 - 10:00 pm). A free swing dance lesson precedes each dance. visit www.shorelineswingct.org or call Barbara 860-464-9947. The Kari-Hill VFW post 5849 meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7 PM at the Post home at 39 Columbus Ave, Niantic. For info, call CDR Bob Farrior at 860.908.4530 or Adjutant Glenn Elliott at 860.691.2557. We welcome all veterans.The Women's Auxiliary meets at the same time- for info call Pres. Sharon Hathaway at 860.857.8089 CT/RI Coastal Fly Fishers meetings are held at 7pm on the last Thursday of every month at the Hugo Simonelli VFW Hall, 60 Stonington Road in Mystic, CT from September through June. For more information visit www.connri-saltfly.com Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families Meetings Sundays at 2 p.m. at All Souls Church, 19 Jay Street, New London. For people who grew up in dysfunctional families, compulsive behaviors and difficulty dealing with everyday situations may have an ongoing impact on their quality of life 860-857-2687 www.newlondonadultchildren.blogspot.com Uncas Gas “One of the few remaining family-owned businesses in Connecticut” PROPANE Become a new customer and receive $100 off First Delivery! New London Spiritualist Church- Sleep Inn, 5 King Arthur Dr., Niantic. Sunday Service and Fellowship 10:30am.Medium's Day, 11-2 pmlast Sat of month, nlspiritualist.com PFLAG OF SECT (Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays of SE CT, a support group, meets the 2nd Monday of each month at Noank Baptist Church (18 Cathedral Heights Road in Noank) pot luck dinner at 6pm, meeting at 7. call Paula Hardy at 860447-1239 X232 or email [email protected]. Volunteers NEEDED mornings and evenings available.at Alliance for Living, Inc., the only AIDS Service Organization serving all of New London County. Call 860-447-1239 ext. 229 for info. Email [email protected] or visit www.allianceforliving.org The American Legion Aux. Unit 128 Niantic meets at 7 pm on the 2nd Mon of the month at the Am. Leg. Post home, 16 York Ave.,. call Pat Keegan 739-2107 EAST LYME HS BOTTLEAND CAN DRIVE - 2nd and 4th Saturday each month. 9 am - 1 pm. at EastLyme High School . For more info call Ken Miller at 739-8989 Email: [email protected]. Support the High School concert and marching band. Lymes Village Voices, an adult chorus with members from Guilford to Waterford, is always welcoming New Members to its Monday evening rehearsals at St. Anne's Church, Rt 156, Old Lyme. For fun and harmony call Joanne at 434-2526 CT Parents Advocacy Center is a nonprofit agency offering info and support to parents of children with disabilities (860) 739-3089 or (800) 445-CPAC VNASC East Lyme Health Clinics: 4th Wednesday of each month from 1:152:15 at the Community Center for the residents of East Lyme. Call 444-1111. 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The host, who was the only employee we had any contact with, was friendly, efficient and helpful. The decor was simple and clean but quite nice. The overall atmosphere was quite relaxing with some Indian music playing softly on the PA. There was a mixture of booths and tables with seating for perhaps as many as 40 people. It is a narrow dining room though, so I’d suspect it might become quite noisy in there if the dining room became filled to capacity. As I said earlier. I’m very glad we finally made it to an Indian Restaurant, and in some ways, I’m glad it was this place. It is very unintimidating. They’re tucked away in the plaza on the right near the eastern end of W. Main Street, right next to the Dairy Queen. Keep your eyes open - the sign is very low key....I was right in front of the place and I still had to look three times to see it. Now that I have, however, I’m certain that Derek and I will return to explore more of this exotic and wonderful cuisine. I have a hunch the learning experience will be lots of fun. Æ The Post Road Review is brought to you free each month entirely by the support of its advertisers. If you enjoy reading our magazine, please show your support by patronizing our advertisers whenever possible PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 41 POST ROAD CLASSIFIED ADS To place a Classified Ad - Call us at 860 537-1260, or send your ad along with a check to THE POST ROAD REVIEW, P.O. Box 910, Uncasville, CT 06382. $12.00 for the first 15 words, and 50¢ per additional word. ($12.00 minimum order) Deadline: the 15th of the month PRIOR to when you want the ad to appear. Example: submit by Oct. 15th an ad you want to run in November. We reserve the right to refuse ads we deem inappropriate - include your return address in case your payment must be returned. Casey's Property Maintenance. Landscaping, Dump Runs, Mulch, Topsoil and Stone Deliveries. 860-739-9352. Lic # 575411, Insured. 02/15 LEAF REMOVAL & RAKE,End of Season Lawn Care, Carted or Mulch, All Niantic Areas, to mid December, Call BOB FATONE 860-739-7998. 09/15 Are you looking for additional income - the opportunity to work wherever you are, build residual income, and have fun too?...Or do you need holiday gift ideas? Call me! Karen Doherty, Independent Consultant with Arbonne Intrntl. 7397870 www.TEOwithKaren.myarbonne.com ALEXANDRA'S CLEANING SERVICE will be happy to clean your home on your schedule. Call Alex at 860-772-7890. 11/14 ROLFING®-Therapeutic soft tissue manipulation. Since 1975. Mary C. Staggs, M.S., LMT. Advanced Rolfer®. 860-639-6537 East Lyme, or email [email protected] WEED NO MORE - Weeding, Planting, All your Gardening needs. Weekly, monthly or once. Call Denise at 860-912-4962. 08/15 FOR SALE: TIME SHARE CONDO RESORT in beautiful Berkshire County, Lenox MA. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully equipped kitchen. Heated indoor pool, tennis, boating, skiing, gym. Sleeps 6. 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Hourly or live-in, plans. 860-395-9595; www.homecareservicesofct.com Burial Plots: Union Cemetery, Rt. 32, Quaker Hill. Single Grave $800. Call Treasurer, Guy Scribner at 860-884-1012. 05/15 ESTATE SALES by The Old Family Homestead 860-434-2960, free consultation, on-site weekends & internet sales. 8/15 House/Office Cleaning Services Available. Reasonable Rates, plenty of references. Weekly, bi-weekly or rental cottage cleaning. Over 25 years experience. Come home to a clean home and relax! Call Natalie at 860-657-6702. 12/14 Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 42 Community Bulletin Board This space has been set aside for non-profit organizations to post their announcements. Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Groups: 2ndThurs. each month from 10 -11am at the Waterford Senior Ctr. 1st Fri of every month from 1011am at Montville Senior Ctr. For more information contact Donna Hunter Group Facilitator @ (860)443-8650 or via E-mail [email protected] Target 10:10 for Recovery: A Christ-centered recovery group for those struggling with substance abuse, co-depency, anxiety, anger, depression, eating disorders or other issues. Fridays @ 7:00pm Harvest Christian Fellowship - 5 Freedom Way, Niantic (860)739-5723 or 442-7423 The Coastal Camera Club meets at 7PM on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Madison Senior Center, Cafe, 29 Bradley Drive,Madison. For more info. visit www.coastalcameraclub.org Donate your car. Wanted: any car, any condition. Will pick up. Help a charitable group home for male teens raise money, and receive a tax deduction for your donation. Must have title. Tom, Executive Director, at (860)961-3576. New England Adolescent Treatment Center, Groton. Care & Share of East Lyme, Inc. is accepting food pantry donations Saturdays 11:00am - 1:00pm at 12 Roxbury Rd, Niantic. Non-perishables, frozen food and household products are needed. Grocery gift cards are also accepted. 739-8502 www.careandshareofel.org BINGO. The Retired Armed Forces Association, 135 Garfield Ave. New London, CT. Thursdays, 7:00pm. Open to the public. 860-447-0055. Harvest Christian Fellowship-Women's Bible Study-every 2nd and 4th Tues.at 7pm and every 2nd and 4th Wed.at 10am. FREE men's breakfast 1st Sat.8:30am., 5 Freedom Way, Niantic. 442-7423 or 739-5723 Shoreline Toastmasters Meeting - Toastmasters provides a positive environment to develop your communication and leadership skills. Meets weekly on Thursday evening from 7-8 PM at the Ledyard Middle School. For more info call 860-732-9875. Visitors always welcome. HIGH HOPES THERAPEUTIC RIDING, INC. seeks volunteers age 14 or older. For more info, visit www.highhopestr.org or call 860-434-1974 x12. Volunteer at the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library. Donations of new and gently used books are welcome. Call 434-0733 or 434-7004 The Noank-Mystic Community Band rehearses Wednesdays 7 - 9PM at the Noank Firehouse. No audition. Call Barbara (572-0308) orRon (2450164) or E-mail: [email protected] East Lyme Garden Club meets 2nd Monday monthly at 7 pm (not Jan. or Feb) at the E.Lyme Police Station or at members homes. New members welcome. Call 860 691 0088 or email [email protected] Newcomers Club - East Lyme/Waterford and surrounding towns -first Thurs of each month from 9:30 - 11:30 at the Niantic Community Church, 170 Penn. Ave., Niantic. Info: [email protected] Sacred Source Painting meets the second Friday of each month, 9:30 am1:00 p.m. Bring a bag lunch. No painting or creative experience needed. Call ahead to be part of this program that celebrates the connection between creativity and spirituality. Niantic Community Church (860) 739-6208. The Bahá’í Community of Old Saybrook devotional program the 2nd Sunday of each month 7-8:30 p.m. at 5 London Court. Share prayers, poems, or readings of a spiritual nature. Call Valerie Smith at 860-388-5948. Where am I? Smith-Harris House Each month, The Post Road Review will feature a picture or a portion of one like the picture below and to the right. If you know the other place in this magazine that the picture can be found, call Brian Conklin at (860) 537-1260 and leave a message with your name, telephone number, and the answer. The first caller with the correct answer will win a Post Road Review Tote Bag. Winnings are limited to once per year if you’ve already won in the past 12 months, please give someone else a chance! Annual Wreath & Greens Sale and Open House Deck your halls with an assortment of wreaths, swags, centerpieces, and arrangements in live and permanent greens! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Smith-Harris House, for preservation and public programming. Afterwards, on Saturday, stop by the Smith-Harris House, where it is 1845, and performer Jennifer Emerson portrays Elizabeth Avery welcoming holiday visitors to her home! On Sunday, the Smith-Harris House will feature silhouette artist Elizabeth O’Brien (beginning at 11 a.m.). Silhouettes make beautiful, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts! Sample refreshments inspired by historic recipes, and purchase tickets for our ever-popular holiday drama performance, featuring Sally Mummey. Satur day Saturday day,, December 6th, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday Sunday,, December 7th, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The winner of last month's contest was Bill Walden of East Lyme, who found the answer on the front cover in the "o" of the word “Road” in “Post Road Review”. PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER The Smith-Harris House, 33 Society Rd., Niantic Visit www.postroadreview.com For more information call (860) 739-0761 or visit our website at www.smithharris.org. THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 43 Thames Hearing Services, Inc. 324 Flanders Road · East Lyme 739-1864 Jennifer M. Clays, M.A., CCC-A/FAAA Jean P. Tuneski, M.S., CCC-A/FAAA www.thameshearing.com 17 Liberty Way, Niantic, CT 06357 860-691-1611 · anytimefitness.com PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Anytime Fitness Celebrates Five Years of Growing Strong Growing stronger, getting healthier, losing weight, gaining flexibility, reducing health problems, recovering from injuries or surgeries. Anytime Fitness members have a number of reasons for walking through the door of 17 Liberty Way in Niantic, and they stay for the success. Over their five years in operating the 24/7 fitness club, owners Axel and Lynnea Mahlke have developed relationships with members who now enjoy healthy lifestyles by benefiting from personalized fitness plans and one-on-one attention. Celebrations of their fifth anniversary begin October 5, and include special events, open houses, and opportunities to learn about healthy lifestyles. “We worked to create a place where the 80 percent of people who don't exercise regularly feel comfortable coming in to learn how exercise can improve their health and make them feel better every day. We are committed to helping people see that just 20 minutes of exercise two or three times a week can improve health significantly,” said Axel, who studied orthopedic medicine in Hamburg, Germany and has been a certified personal trainer for over 19 years. With his unique background, Axel offers a bridge for people who have completed physical therapy for joint replacement or injury, helping them to continue to gain strength, balance and good health while understanding their medical needs. Friendly, comfortable, spotless and featuring state-of-the-art equipment, the club feels welcoming to members with a wide range of fitness goals, from peak performance to specific health issues. A team of expert, caring personal trainers begin members with comprehensive assessments and develop plans that prevent injury and address past problems. In hiring their staff, the Mahlkes have sought trainers with different areas of specialization so every member finds a perfect match with one of six certified personal trainers and a registered dietitian. Growing strong has included the expansion of Anytime Fitness this year to include an exercise studio with group classes and workshops. The classes are great motivators for those who love to mix some social time with workouts and enjoy the positive energy in the group. Classes include Zumba, yoga, boot camp, core blast and, for the kid at heart who wants a strong heart, Hooping! Workshops on mindful eating, weight loss, joint care and other topics are taught by the experienced team of trainers. Anytime fitness is taking five months to celebrate its first five years. Everyone is invited to attend open house events, informational sessions, and health and fitness lectures on topics ranging from the impact of fitness on medical concerns to weight loss to getting the most out of your fitness gadgets. For a list of events and times and to register to attend, contact Anytime Fitness at 860-6911611 or [email protected]. Individual tours are available by appointment. Anytime Fitness of Niantic is open 24/7 and features a complete range of cardiovascular and strength training equipment including circuit and crosstraining machines, free weights, stationary bicycles, adaptive motion trainers, ellipticals and treadmills. There are also 24-hour group exercise classes with Fitness on Request and membership reciprocity among any of the 2000+ Anytime Fitness clubs currently open.For more information contact Anytime Fitness at 860-691-1611 or [email protected]. Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 44 Wally Lamb's "Wishin' and Hopin'" to make world premiere at the Garde Arts Center One of America’s major authors and the pride of Connecticut, Wally Lamb, will join the cast and crew for the world premiere of the film version of his best-selling novel "Wishin’ and Hopin’" on Sunday, November 23 at 2:30 p.m. at the Garde Arts Center. The author of such award-winning works as “She’s Come Undone,” “I Know This Much is True,” “I’ll Fly Away,” and “The Hour I First Believed,” Lamb chose a Connecticut creative team, Synthetic Cinema International, to shoot this holiday coming-of-age tale with filming locations in Norwich, including Norwich Free Academy, Jewett City and Willimantic. The film is produced by Andrew Gernhard, Zach O’Brien and Shane O’Brien with executive producers Wally Lamb, Richard Lucas and Bonnie Farley-Lucas. Directed by Colin Theys with a screenplay by John Doolan, "Wishin’ and Hopin’" stars Molly Ringwald, Annabella Sciorra, Meat Loaf, Conchata Ferrell, Cheri Oteri, Danny Nucci, Wyatt Ralff, Quinn McColgan, Chevy Chase and a large cast of local extras. A vivid slice of 1960s life, Lamb’s Christmas tale is the poignant and hilarious story of a feisty parochial school fifth grader named Felix Funicello—a distant cousin of the famous Mouseketeer and teen movie queen Annette. Set in the beloved fictional town of Three Rivers, Connecticut, “Wishin’ and Hopin'” follows Felix as he navigates through Catholic school and learns about life, culture and the birds and the bees. Published in 2009, "Wishin' and Hopin'" is Lamb's fourth fictional work. “Wally and I had not a moment of hesitation when we considered launching this movie at the Garde Arts Center with their movie palace décor, giant screen, and new state-of-the-art digital cinema,” Andrew Gernhard said. “We wanted the premiere to be in Connecticut so the folks that supported the project from the start could be the first to enjoy it! Following the premiere the film will be released in New York City and Los Angeles as well as other markets.” The world premiere will include a private cast and crew reception prior to the showing and a public panel discussion with the producers and meet-and-greet in the lobby with Wally Lamb and the cast. Born in Norwich, Lamb taught English and writing for 25 years at Norwich Free Academy. He was an Associate Professor in the English Department at the University of Connecticut and the school's Director of Creative Writing. His first two works of fiction, "She's Come Undone" and "I Know This Much Is True," were both number one on "The New York Times" bestsellers and Oprah's Book Club selections. He currently lives in Connecticut with his wife, Christine. The Lambs are the parents of three sons. Partial proceeds from this premiere will be donated to St. Vincent de Paul Place (Norwich), The New London Community Meal Center (New London) and the Covenant Soup Kitchen (Willimantic). Seating is general admission and includes the film, the panel and the meet and greet. Ticket prices are $25 and are available online at www.gardearts.org and by phone at 860-444-7373 ext 1. Children 16 and under with an identification can purchase tickets for $15 at the Garde Box Office at 325 State Street, New London, CT. PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com 860-639-6537 · EAST LYME www.staggsrolfing.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 45 Charter Oak Walk-In Medical Center, P.C. Family Medical Care at Your Convenience OPEN 7 DAYS Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM Sat 9AM-2PM Sun 12:30PM-4PM Contact our office for additional information (860) 739-6953 324 Flanders Road • East Lyme www.charteroakmedical.com R.C. Albrecht, M.D. - W.L. Beason, M.D. - R.J. Welsch, M.D. P.J. Cullen, P.A.-C - F. Hage, P.A.-C The Parcel Centre LLC 153 Boston Post Road € Pack € Ship € Fax € Color Copy € Private Mailboxes € Notary Services € Certified Document Shredding We now refill most inkjet cartridges at savings of 30% - 60% off the cost of new cartridges. We also offer discount black and color toners. € Save Money € Save Time € Save the Environment Authorized Shipping Outlet for UPS, Federal Express & DHL Phone: 739-2492 Fax: 739-3702 www.theparcelcentre.com PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER HEALTH TIPS from Charter Oak Walk-in Medical Center, P.C. Walking Can be Good! The simplest, safest and least expensive exercise is walking. A long-term study of thousands of Harvard alumni indicates that walking only an average of nine miles a week can significantly prolong life. Other studies have suggested that walking can benefit nearly everybody, regardless of their previous state of health and fitness. Walking can be good, especially for postmenopausal women. It is a weight-bearing exercise, and can slow down the progression of osteoporosis. Still other studies have shown that walking at a pace of 3 1/2 to 4 miles/hour (that's a brisk walk, not a stroll), can produce cardiovascular benefits too. Slower walking, about 2 miles/hour, can be helpful to older people, cardiac patients and those recovering from a prolonged illness. Walking at speeds of 5 miles/hour can burn as many calories as jogging, without the wear and tear on your feet and knees. Walking by itself is not enough to prevent heart disease and stroke. It must be combined with other sensible health habits, avoiding cigarettes, sensible diet and watching your blood pressure. As with any form of exercise or health habit, it must be done on a consistent and regular basis, and it must become a long term habit. If you are inactive, but otherwise healthy, start with mile-long walks at three miles/hour, three to five times a week. If you can't walk that fast, walk a little farther. You can increase the aerobic exercise received by walking in two ways. Swing your arms. This increases the workout for your upper body. As you get used to walking farther and faster, you can carry a light backpack, or a set of hand weights. Try to keep the weight balanced to avoid back strain. le b a l i a v A ce This Spa BUSINESS OWNERS/PROFESSIONALS By taking advantage of our reasonable advertising rates, you can put your company’s name in front of tens of thousands of our readers WITH ONE EDITION. And with our website visitors can click on links that take them directly to your website. Call 860 848-3737 email [email protected] or visit us at Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 46 DERM BEA BEATT By Debra Miller, M.D. DEBRA R. MILLER, M.D. Skin Care For You & Your Family Cosmetic Dermatology Adult & Pediatric Dermatology · Dermatologic Surgery Cold Sensitive Skin Winter is around the corner, and its uncomfortable chill can cause physical damage as well as dampen ones spirits. Here is information about cold sensitive skin ailments; what to look for and what you can do to avoid their numbing effects. Raynaud’s Disease and its symptoms turn up when the temperature turns down. Hands and feet are extremely sensitive to the cold and become affected when the small arteries that supply these extremities with blood and oxygen constrict or tighten. The decrease in blood flow can cause the fingers or toes to turn white or blue. Tingling and then swelling may occur and become painful. If allowed to continue, ulcers may form which further damage the tissue and produce chronic infection around the nails of the fingers or toes. Raynaud’s symptoms are brought on by sudden exposure to cold or stress. Perhaps you’ve reached into the freezer to remove tonight’s dinner only to discover that Raynaud has become an uninvited guest.The symptoms of Raynaud’s may be associated with an underlying cause such as a connective tissue disease, or, in some people, they may occur with no identifiable underlying cause. Chilblains result from exposure to dry cold that does not freeze the skin. You may notice that affected areas turn reddish-blue and become swollen. Chilblains are itchy and sometimes painful. In time, blisters containing clear fluid may form. No permanent damage results, however, injured areas may be more sensitive to future cold. Damp cold at temperatures near freezing can result in trench foot (or immersion injury). This may occur when a glove or sock becomes wet while out in the snow. The symptoms of trench foot are similar to those of chilblains, but the damage is usually more serious. The blisters are deeper and look more like those from burns. As with chilblains, there is no permanent injury other than increased cold sensitivity. Frostbite occurs when the injured area freezes. Ice crystals form within the cells of the skin leading to their rupture and death. Frostnip is a first degree frostbite where only the surface of the skin is frozen. Similar to chilblains, frostnip results in itchy and painful skin, but does not lead to permanent damage.If freezing is allowed to continue second or third degree frostbite injuries may result in serious and long lasting damage. Anybody can be affected by the cold, but those most likely to suffer injury are the young and the elderly. The best way to prevent cold injury is to dress warmly and move indoors once your fingers or toes begin to feel cold. Insulated mittens work better than gloves. Always keep your hands and feet dry and your ears covered. Be aware that alcohol and certain medications may cloud your judgment. It’s important to know when it’s time to come in out of the cold. PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Put Your Best Face Forward Including: Laser Hair Removal & Laser Aesthetics Restylane, BOTOX, Juvederm & Prevage, Chemical Peels, Treatment of Spider Veins 53 Granite Street, Suite D, New London, CT 06320 (Corner of Granite & Williams Street) (860) 447-1419 www.DebraMillerMD.com REFLEXOLOGY BODY MIND & SOLE THERAPY •Relieves Pain •Reduces Stress •Increases Circulation Visit www.postroadreview.com 321 MAIN ST. NIANTIC, CT By Susan Selden Gift Certificates Available (860) 739-0502 TREATING ADULTS AND CHILDREN IN SOUTHEASTERN CT FOR 35 YEARS “One of CT’s Top Orthodontists” - CT Magazine, 2011 THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 47 Internationally Renowned Painter Nelson H. White Presents “Inside My Studio” Serving my community: Providing F amily Family Holistic Healthcare We’ve moved to 17 Hope Street Niantic (next to The Natural Food Store) [email protected] www.nianticacupuncture.com PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Internationally renowned painter Nelson Holbrook White is the second speaker in the 2014-15 lecture series, “Inside My Studio: The Artist Revealed,” hosted by the Alumni Association of Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts of the University of New Haven on Friday, Nov. 7. The evening begins with a reception in the Sill House Gallery at 6 p.m. before White’s presentation at 7 p.m. White received his earliest art instruction from his grandfather Henry Cooke White (1861-1952) and father Nelson Cooke White (1900-1989), who were both prominent American artists. The elder White (the presenter’s grandfather) was an early member of the famed Lyme Art Colony of impressionist artists, many of whom lived at Florence Griswold’s boarding house in Old Lyme. The younger White (the presenter’s father) lived with his parents at the Florence Griswold house, where he met some of the most influential artists of the day, including Childe Hassam, Will Howe Fotte and Harry Hoffman. Nelson H. White was born in New London in 1932. After graduating from Tabor Academy in Marion, Mass., he enrolled at Mitchell College in New London, but left to pursue music theory and composition. At that time, he began to spend more time studying with his father and grandfather and by 1955, had decided to commit himself to a career in painting. White’s studies led him to Florence, Italy, where he became an apprentice to the world-renowned Florentine painter Pietro Annigoni and studied with the acclaimed Italian teacher Nerina Simi. Although he received instruction from a number of major artists, White’s work is highly individual. His ability to use color, coupled with rich brushwork and graduations of light, air and atmosphere, richly convey both mood and intimacy. Collections of White’s work are held by many organizations including the Wadsworth Atheneum, the New Britain Museum of American Art, the Florence Griswold Museum and Pfizer Inc. He has exhibited his work both nationally and internationally and received the Biennale Internazionale Career Award in 2003. Today, White divides his time between the USA and Florence, Italy. Reservations are required at $10 per person and should be made by contacting Ann de Selding at 860.434.3571 ext. 117 or [email protected]. Early reservations are recommended since seating is limited and a capacity audience is expected. Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts of the University of New Haven continues the academic tradition of figurative and representational fine art while preparing students for a lifetime of contemporary creative practice. The College offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Drawing, Illustration, Painting, and Sculpture (full- and part-time study); Certificates in Painting and Sculpture, a Post-Baccalaureate program; Continuing Education for adults; and a PreCollege Program for students aged 15-18. The College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the National Association of the Schools of Art and Design, and the Connecticut Department of Higher Education. For more information about this event or Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts of the University of New Haven, contact Olwen Logan, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, at 860-434-3571, ext. 135 or [email protected] Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 48 Progress Report: East Lyme’s Overlook Park R.S. De Santo, East Lyme Public Trust Foundation, Inc. In our 29th article in The Post Road Review of July 2013 we reported that the eastern half of East Lyme’s Overlook Park, also known as The Niantic Bay Boardwalk, was rebuilt by Amtrak and opened to the public on July 12, 2013. When Amtrak replaced its rail road bridge, Federal Law required that it replace the impacted public park as it agreed to in the Federal Finding of No Significant Impact of 2002, which states: “…Amtrak will comply with the CTDEP's [Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection] request for in-kind or better replacement of any impacted boardwalk components with one that would be equal or better …” Unlike the eastern half of the park, its western half was storm damaged (see: http://publictrustfoundation.org/StormDamage.pdf), and that redesign and reconstruction has waited until now for the collection of funds derived from: 1)FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Administration) grants, 2) a long drawn out settlement from the original design firm, 3) two Town insurance settlements, and 4) a state $500,000 STEAP grant (Small Town Economic Assistance Program). That collection enabled East Lyme to allocate $4,570,604 for the redesign and reconstruction of the western half (i.e. 2,750± feet) of Overlook Park. Pile driving began on September 25, 2014 and the photograph seen here was taken on October 5, 2014 at 3:24 pm EST when a New York bound Amtrak train passed the half-way point of Overlook Park. The steel sheet piles seen in the foreground are the first of approximately 635 that will stretch along 2,750± feet from the end of the eastern half of the park, seen on the right of the photograph, to its terminus at Hole in the Wall. They will finally be locked together by a reinforced concrete cap that will run the full length of the steel sheet retaining wall, which will be backfilled with gravel with a maximum stone size of 3.5 inches and compacted in 6” lifts (i.e layers), then finished with a 6” thick concrete sidewalk. A similar sidewalk on the eastern half of the walkway is seen in cross section in the photograph that shows the end of the existing walkway. Between this point and Hole in the Wall, 9 Gauge, 2” mesh, vinyl-dipped black, chain link fence will separate the walkway from the railroad embankment. A thermoplastic railing system 3’ 6” high will extend along the water side of the walkway. When connected to Hole in the Wall, expected in the summer of 2015, Overlook Park will once again provide public access to its original uninterrupted length of 1.1 miles. PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com 980 Poquonnock Rd · Groton (Next to Bare Wood Furniture) Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-6 / Sat. 9-4 / Closed Sundays Phone: 860-440-7444 THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 49 CHARTER OAK DONATES $24,500 TO LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS 47 Hale Haven Court Uncasville $178,900 Primped & Polished! Lovingly remodeled. New custom kitchen steals the show! New carpet, windows & much more! Cathedral ceiling living room addition. Expansive patio & deck. Detached garage w/elec. Carefree shed. Offers almost an acre of park like grounds in a quiet subdivision. Nine Grant Requests Funded in Third Quarter Charter Oak Federal Credit Union approved nine grant requests in its third quarter totaling $24,500. “Making a positive impact within the communities we serve is what we continuously strive to do,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s Chief Executive Officer. “Through Charter Oak’s Community Giving Program, its employee-funded Community Outreach Program, and through volunteerism, Charter Oak and its employees constantly find ways to enrich the community and reinforce Charter Oak’s philosophy of people helping people.” This past quarter, nine local groups received funding through Charter Oak’s Community Giving Grants Program. Grant recipients included the Center for Hospice Care Southeast Connecticut; Children First Norwich/School Readiness Council; the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra, Inc.; LifeFAQs; Martin House, Inc.; Thames River Community Service, Inc.; United Cerebral Palsy of Eastern Connecticut; United Way of Southeastern Connecticut on behalf of Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center; and the YMCA of Mystic, Inc. Charter Oak is proud to support each of these organizations and their local initiatives. Grant awards ranged from $1,000 to $5,000. Requests are accepted at any time, and are reviewed by Charter Oak’s Community Giving Committee quarterly. The next deadline is January 1, 2015. Charter Oak’s Community Giving program was developed in 2009, and has since disbursed more than $900,000 to local nonprofit organizations, college students, and members in need. In addition to accepting grant requests, Charter Oak accepts sponsorship and volunteer requests. Visit CharterOak.org/community for more information regarding Charter Oak’s Community Giving Program. Help Keep a Child's Feet Warm This Winter TVCCA and Senior Resources are sponsoring the 2014 Santa Anonymous Boot Project for towns in New London County. Last year’s sponsorship resulted in over 1800 low-income children throughout New London County receiving warm winter boots for the holidays. They are presently looking for donors to help meet an incredible need for new winter boots. If you would like to participate in this worthwhile effort and live in Southern New London County please call TVCCA at (860)425-6617or if you live in Northern New London County please call Senior Resources at (860)887-3561. You will then receive a letter with the first name, gender, age, and boot size of a child. They will provide you with further instructions, including how to wrap the boots and information about dropoff sites. A monetary donation towards the purchase of new boots is also welcome. PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 50 Mago Point Packy This Month All Woodbridge 1.5L Wines, $11.69 Perfect for the Holidays! (was $12.99) Hours: Mon - Sat, 8am - 9 pm, Sun, 10am - 5pm Visit us on Facebook for more information 4 Niantic River Road, Waterford 860 442-6627 PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 51 PHONE (860) 537-1260 <NEW NUMBER Visit www.postroadreview.com THE POST ROAD REVIEW Nov. 2014 PAGE 52 POSTAL PATRON LOCAL The Post Road Review P.O. Box 910, Uncasville, CT 06382 Paid Turley Publications Presorted Standard U.S. Postage