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BOOTH SCHOOL FLAG ASSEMBLY -
Mathew Roush (center), a lieutenant colonel in New York Air National Guard, and cubmaster of Pack 465 Roxbury/Bridgewater, led an all-school flag assembly at Booth Free School in Roxbury on Friday, October 30, with the assistance of Pack 465 members, including (front, from left) Jack Roush, Den 1 Webelo; Mark Desrochers, Eddie Puskas, Nathan Erdtmann, Henry Roush, Grant Ketchum and Russie Dirienzo, Den 2 Wolves; (back) Wolves Leader Eric Erdtmann and Russell Dirienzo.
| WEBELOS LEARN ABOUT CITIZENSHIP -
To help Southbury's Pack 61 Den 3 Webelos I scouts with their Citizen Activity Badge requirements, First Selectman Bill Davis (back, right), visited them at the VFW to talk about his job, reasons why we have laws and what it means to be a good citizen. Those attending included (from left) Den Leader Lauren Kuzara, Drew Kuzara, Keith Gernert, Peter Dzubay, Den Chief Ian Jones, Stephen Bruce, Aidan Garrity, Christopher Aldo, Joshua Brainerd, Mr. Davis, Dutcher Terrill, Jason Troy, Christopher Lewis, Conor Murphy and Den Leader Christina Lewis.
| Local Students Receive Scholarships
WEST HAVEN - Three area students attending the University of New Haven were awarded the Hershy-Frey Scholarship for the 2009-2010 academic year,.The three are Kimberly M. Harman of Naugatuck, a sophomore majoring in information technology; Matthew R. Vayda of Seymour, a junior majoring in information technology; and James E. Williamson of Seymour, a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering. A luncheon in honor of the 2009-10 UNH Endowed Scholarship donors and recipients took place in October. More than 35 donors attended, accompanied by the more than 150 students who had been awarded scholarships.
| PRESCHOOL HAYRIDE -
Bobby Lee (left), Alex Lee, Cathy Lee, Keegan Kryzanski, James Haefele and Harrison Greer participated in a hay ride at Schreiber's farm for the Christ Church Preschool in Oxford.
| ASAP Strings Program to Begin | | | | | | | Participants in the After School Arts Program include (from left) Angela Seo, Lisa Laquidara, Oliver Taylor, Hanna Landegren and Friso Hermans. | |
TORRINGTON-WASHINGTON - The After School Arts Program will offer two music programs this winter.The Inter-District Singing Project, lead by Thomasina Levy and Victoria Christgau, will collaborate with students grades 3 through 12 from Waterbury, Torrington, Warren and Region 12 to compose a song using improvisation, traditional vocal techniques and original poetry. Each region's students will meet separately for three weekly sessions beginning Monday, November 30.
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| Seymour High Honor Roll
SEYMOUR - Seymour High School has announced the names of students attaining honor roll status for the first quarter. Students named were:Grade 12 First Honors Erica Altieri, Amber Bjerke, Mary Bylo, Andrew Chuckta, Kayleigh Devlin, Jacob Drozd, Matthew Drozd, Kristen Ferencz, Jessica Garin, Kathleen Halligan, Bernadetta Kasperuk, Kristiann Kassay, Robert Kelly, Heba Khalil, Christopher Labranche, Melissa Lavranchuk, Danielle Lemachko, Jessica Mandell, Krysta Molfese, Kyle Moran, Christina O'Hara, Brianna Onofrio, Julie Pattyson, Holly Proch, Jennifer Ricaurte, Lorena Salas, Monique Yuzwak.
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| Sacred Heart Students Attain Honor Roll Status
HAMDEN - Sacred Heart Academy has announced the names of students attaining honor roll status for the first quarter.Voices area students named were: Naugatuck High Honors - Dominika Bajguz.
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| Rumsey School Kicks Off Rock Hounding Season -
Rumsey Hall School's fourth grade teacher, Matthew Kandel, kicked off rock hounding season with his class of 16 students at the Roxbury Garnet Mine on Tuesday, September 29. Participating students include Sam Johnson (left), Jack Ewing and Connor Angera.
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| Resident Participates in State Pageant
BETHLEHEM - Francesca Simoncelli of Bethlehem has been selected to participate in the Miss Connecticut USA 2010 Pageant, taking place Saturday and Sunday, November 28 and 29, at the Marriott Hotel in Farmington.Ms. Simoncelli is the daughter of Susan Vaill of Bethlehem and Attorney George Simoncelli, Jr., of Litchfield. Each delegate will be judged in swimsuit, evening gown and personal interview.
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| NATURE MURALS -
At Explorers Learning Center in Seymour, Nicholas Alteno (left) and Nicco Sasso participated in creating murals from pieces of nature they collected on their nature walk.
| HALLOWEEN PENGUINS -
Penguins at the gazebo in Woodbury, including (from left) Luke Molinaro, Peter Bequary, Jakob Field and Elias Field, got ready for trick-or treating on Halloween.
| Masuk Career Day Set for Friday
MONROE - The annual Career Day program will take place from 8:09 to 10:34 a.m. Friday, November 20, at Masuk High School, 1014 Monroe Tpke.Approximately 600 students from all grade levels will attend the morning program. Students will attend according to scheduled classes. If a student is not in one of those classes, they may pick up an individual pass from the guidance office and have it approved by one of their teachers.
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| Oxford Library Offers Story-times
OXFORD - Parents looking for a fun way to bond with their babies and for an inexpensive activity to do with their children are invited to attend the Oxford Public Library's storytimes.On Tuesdays, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., the library hosts free All Ages Storytimes with stories, songs, and crafts.
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| Scouts Plan Baby-Sitting Service
SOUTHBURY - Cadette and Senior Girl Scout Troops 64220 and 65008 will host a monthly baby-sitting service with a new theme each month. The first session takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 28, at the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department, 561 Main St. South. Games, activities and snacks will be provided to children ages 5 to 11 years-old.
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| Area Student in Macy's Parade
SOUTHBURY - Jack Saleeby of Southbury has been selected to perform at the 83rd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.Mr. Saleeby, 15, who attended Stagedoor Manor Performing Arts Training Center in Loch Sheldrake, N.Y., this summer, will join 60 fellow performers from that program in a first-ever singing/dancing finale for the famous parade.
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| Museum Hosts Children's Program
About Unusual Musical Instruments | | | | | | | Musician Chris Merwin will lead a Discovery Club meeting Sunday, November 29, at the Mattatuck Museum Arts and History Center in Waterbury. Mr. Merwin will introduce children to a variety of unusual instruments, such as a Tibetan trumpet, steel drum and more. | |
WATERBURY - The Mattatuck Museum Arts and History Center will host its Discovery Club from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, November 29, at its location, 144 West Main St.Musician Chris Merwin will be on hand to introduce children to a variety of unusual instruments, discussing the history of each and the culture and country from which they came.
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| Martin Puppets Perform | | | | | | | The show features a cast of arctic characters in a high-energy, fast-paced, cabaret-style variety show that encompasses a wide range of musical styles. | |
NEW PRESTON - A holiday performance by the Emmy Award-winning Wayne Martin Puppets of Santa's North Pole Express takes place at 10:30 a.m. and noon Saturday, November 28, at the Washington Montessori School, 240 Litchfield Tpke.The audience is invited to board the North Pole Express and meet a variety of Arctic characters, including Frosty, Rudolph, Elmer, Elf, Suzy Snowflake, Peter and Penelope Penguin, dancing candy canes and a juggling Christmas tree, which lights up and illuminates the way for the elf. Shows are geared toward children between the ages of 3 and 10 years-old.
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| Writing Topic of Borders Event
SOUTHBURY - Authors Courtney Sheinmel and Nina Nelson will present a question and answer session on writing for young adults at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 19, at Borders, 100 Main St. North.Ms. Sheinmel is the author of "My So Called Family" and "Positively," the story of an HIV-positive girl navigating life after losing her mother to AIDS. Ms. Nelson's debut novel is "Bringing the Boy Home," which is one of Smithsonian Magazine's Notable Children's Books for 2008. Those seeking additional information may call Borders at 203-262-9419.
| Hypnotism, Comedy Benefits GradNite
SOUTHBURY - Pomperaug High School's GradNite 2010 will host hypnotist and comedian Jim Spinnato at 7 p.m. Monday, November 23, in the auditorium, 234 Judd Rd.Volunteers will sing, dance and release their comedic abilities all while under the influence of hypnosis. Tickets are $10 at the door, and all proceeds will benefit GradNite 2010.
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