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Welcome to
Newington Community
Television
www.NCTV.org
DISCLAIMER
• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
NCTV would like to hear from our viewers.
If you have any questions or comments
about our schedule, or would like find out
any information about these programs, feel
free to contact NCTV at 860.667.5814
during our office hours or leave a message
at any time and we will try to get back to
you as soon as possible. You can also
eMail us at [email protected]
Programming Schedule
Friday – January 9, 2015
Friday – January 23, 2015
Green = Live Show
Yellow = Programming Change/Note
Orange = New Series
*All Programming is subject to change.
Upcoming Televised LIVE Events
Monday – February 2nd
8:00 PM: Talk to the Mayor – Channel 14
Tuesday – January 13th & 27th
7:00 PM: Town Council Meeting – Channel 16
Tuesday – January 13th
Wednesday – January 21st & 28th
7:00 PM: Board of Education Meeting – Channel 16
Wednesday – January 14th & 28th
7:00 PM: Town Planning & Zoning – Channel 14
NCTV Late Night Midnite – 6:00 AM
Channel 14
12:00 AM:
1:00 AM: Connecticut Conversations – December 2014
1:30 AM: Talk to the Mayor – December 2014
3:00 AM: Simply Fresh Food –
Friday – January 9, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Bullseye Radio
10:00 AM: Talk to the Mayor
11:30 AM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
4:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
7:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour
10:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour
11:00 PM: Wild Karts Racing
11:30 PM: Simply Fresh Food
NCTV2: Channel 16
7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM: Newington Town Council
Saturday – January 10, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Wild Kart Racing
11:00 AM: Service Above Self
12:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
7:00 PM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
8:00 PM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
10:30 PM: MDC Newline – Clean Water Project Update
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11:30 AM, 4 PM: Newington Town Council 03-03-14
9 AM, 1:30 PM, 6 PM: Newington Town Council 03-04-14
4:00 PM: MDC Newsline
Sunday – January 11, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Connecticut Conversations
12:00 PM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
2:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour – July 2014
5:00 PM: MDC Newline – Clean Water Project Update
8:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
11:30 PM: Simply Fresh Food – Steak Brucetta
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Board of Education
Monday – January 12, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Simply Fresh Food – Steak Brucetta
11:00 AM: Service Above Self
12:00 PM: Bullseye Radio
7:00 PM: Talk to the Mayor – November 2014
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Town Planning and Zoning
Tuesday – January 13, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Talk to the Mayor
11:00 AM: Connecticut Conversations
12:00 PM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
7:00 PM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
9:00 PM: Service Above Self
9:30 PM: Wild Karts Racing
10:00 PM: Bullseye Radio
10:30 PM: MDC Newline – Clean Water Project Update
11:00 PM: Connecticut Conversations
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Newington Town Council
Wednesday – January 14, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Kiwanis Hour – July 2014
11:30 AM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
10:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Board of Education
Thursday – January 15, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
10:00 AM: Simply Fresh Food – Steak Brucetta
5:00 PM: Connecticut Conversations
8:00 PM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
9:00 PM: Service Above Self
9:30 PM: Wild Karts Racing
10:00 PM: Bullseye Radio
11:00 PM: Talk to the Mayor
NCTV2: Channel 16
7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM: Town Planning and Zoning
Friday – January 16, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Bullseye Radio
10:00 AM: Talk to the Mayor
11:30 AM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
4:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
7:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour
10:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour
11:00 PM: Wild Karts Racing
11:30 PM: Simply Fresh Food
NCTV2: Channel 16
7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM: Newington Town Council
Saturday – January 17, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Wild Kart Racing
11:00 AM: Service Above Self
12:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
7:00 PM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
8:00 PM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
10:30 PM: MDC Newline – Clean Water Project Update
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11:30 AM, 4 PM: Newington Town Council 03-03-14
9 AM, 1:30 PM, 6 PM: Newington Town Council 03-04-14
4:00 PM: MDC Newsline
Sunday – January 18, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Connecticut Conversations
12:00 PM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
2:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour – July 2014
5:00 PM: MDC Newline – Clean Water Project Update
8:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
11:30 PM: Simply Fresh Food – Steak Brucetta
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Board of Education
Monday – January 19, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Simply Fresh Food – Steak Brucetta
11:00 AM: Service Above Self
12:00 PM: Bullseye Radio
7:00 PM: Talk to the Mayor – November 2014
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Town Planning and Zoning
Tuesday – January 20, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Talk to the Mayor
11:00 AM: Connecticut Conversations
12:00 PM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
7:00 PM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
9:00 PM: Service Above Self
9:30 PM: Wild Karts Racing
10:00 PM: Bullseye Radio
10:30 PM: MDC Newline – Clean Water Project Update
11:00 PM: Connecticut Conversations
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Newington Town Council
Wednesday – January 21, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Kiwanis Hour – July 2014
11:30 AM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
10:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
NCTV2: Channel 16
7 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM: Board of Education
Thursday – January 22, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
10:00 AM: Simply Fresh Food – Steak Brucetta
5:00 PM: Connecticut Conversations
8:00 PM: 2014 Waterfall Festival
9:00 PM: Service Above Self
9:30 PM: Wild Karts Racing
10:00 PM: Bullseye Radio
11:00 PM: Talk to the Mayor
NCTV2: Channel 16
7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM: Town Planning and Zoning
Friday – January 23, 2015
NCTV1: Channel 14
9:00 AM: Bullseye Radio
10:00 AM: Talk to the Mayor
11:30 AM: 2014 Veterans Day Ceremony
4:00 PM: NHS Football – Thanksgiving Day Game
7:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour
10:00 PM: Kiwanis Hour
11:00 PM: Wild Karts Racing
11:30 PM: Simply Fresh Food
NCTV2: Channel 16
7:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM: Newington Town Council
The NCTV Community Calendar is a free service
provided to nonprofit and governmental
organizations serving the greater Newington area.
Community Calendar submissions should be submitted three (3) weeks in advance.
They may be sent to:
Newington Community Television
ATTN: Community Calendar
131 Cedar Street
They may be faxed to:
Newington, CT 06111
860-667-5819
They may also be dropped off in the mail box in the ground
floor lobby by the elevators.
DISCLAIMER
• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
Town Web Pages
Town of Newington
www.newingtonct.gov
Lucy Robbins Welles Library
www.newingtonct.gov/library
Newington Chamber of Commerce
www.newingtonchamber.com
Newington Community Television
www.nctv.org
Newington Historical Society
www.NewingtonHistoricalSociety.org
NCTV Office Hours
NCTV’s current office hours are:
Thursday, 7-9 p.m.
Other times by appointment
During office hours, you may drop off tapes, pick
up forms, schedule studio or editing time, and
use the studio & editor if previously scheduled.
The NCTV Community Calendar is a free service
provided to nonprofit and governmental
organizations serving the greater Newington area.
Community Calendar submissions should be submitted three (3) weeks in advance.
They may be sent to:
Newington Community Television
ATTN: Community Calendar
131 Cedar Street
They may be faxed to:
Newington, CT 06111
860-667-5819
Or email to – [email protected]
They may also be dropped off in the mail box in the ground
floor lobby by the elevators.
Opportunity knocks!
It’s not just U-Tube – it’s YOUR-Tube
Learn to operate a camera, run a remote shoot,
Be a Studio Engineer, or produce your own show!
NCTV volunteers will teach you any or all of these skills as
you help serve Newington!
Join the all-volunteer NCTV crew!
Call or email now! 860-667-5814 / [email protected]
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Phone:
Newington Community Television
860-667-5814
131 Cedar Street
Newington, CT 06111
email: [email protected]
Fax:
860-667-5819
Did you know that the NCTV scroller
information is available online??
at www.nctv.org
Click on “Weekly Schedule”
email: [email protected]
Remember, NCTV has TWO channels on
your dial. Channel 14 and Channel 16!
Both Channels are filled with
programming!
From you. For you.
http://www.newingtonct.gov
Overnight Parking Ban
Effective Friday, November 1st, the Newington Police
Department will enforce the overnight parking ban
throughout Newington. The ordinance prohibits
parking for more than thirty minutes between the
hours of 2:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M. on any street. This
parking ban insures proper sanding and plowing
operations and helps prevent accidents on snowy or
icy roads.
Motorists requiring an exception from this ordinance due
to an emergency situation are urged to contact the
Newington Police Department
at 860-666-8445, ext 6114.
We urge the continued cooperation of all our residents
and motorists.
A Message from the Mayor
Interested in serving on a Town Board or Commission?
Newington has long benefited from the dedication of its
residents who participate in community volunteerism. You can
make an impact by volunteering for service on a Town Board or
Commission.
Applications for volunteer service are available at the office of
the Town Clerk or Town Manager and the Library. They may
also be downloaded from the
Town’s website: www.newingtonct.gov
Police Department News
Current hours for fingerprinting of residents:
Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
$25.00 for 2 sets of fingerprints
Need More Information??
Call the Newington Police Department
@ 860-666-8445
Newington Fire Department
The Cadet Division is actively recruiting ambitious
16 & 17 year old young men and women interested in
becoming firefighters in the town of Newington.
As a Cadet you will learn the basics of fire behavior,
firefighting tactics and equipment while getting hands on
training in most aspects of firefighting
Contact the Newington Fire Department at
860.667.5900
for an application or with questions
Animal Control Division
All dog owners are requested to adhere to the dog litter
ordinance for the Town of Newington.
All dog owners and keepers are to pick up after their dogs
immediately and not leave litter whether on public or
private property.
The penalty for not adhering to the above is $99.00 each
occurrence and $99.00 each day that the litter is not
removed.
It should also be noted that dog owners and keepers are in
violation if they just allow their dogs to roam and litter.
See: Section 22-364(a) of the Connecticut State Statutes
and is fineable at $92.00 each occurrence.
Any questions, please make contact with the Newington
Animal Control Officer at 860-666-8445.
DISCLAIMER
• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
JUNKED/ UNREGISTERED MOTOR
VEHICLES
Newington Town Ordinance prohibits junked,
inoperable and unregistered vehicles, not under cover,
within the limits of the Town. Violations may be
subjected to a $25/day fine. Residents are urged to
comply with the ordinance to avert enforcement action
and to deter blighting and deteriorating conditions from
affecting the quality of life for Newington’s residents.
Residents are also reminded that vehicles should be
parked on paved surfaces only, and not on front lawns.
Please contact the Zoning Enforcement Officer
at 860-665-8575 for additional information.
Newington Highway/Sanitation Department
The department can be accessed via our website 24 hours a
day 7 days a week at www.newingtonct.gov for up to date
road projects, general highway and sanitation inquiries.
Any questions in need of response will be returned promptly.
Highway information: (860)-667-5810
Sanitation information: (860)-667-5874
Emergency information (Police Dept.): (860)-666-8445
Newington Highway/Sanitation Department
Refuse/Recycling collection
Routes start early- containers must be placed at the curbside no
later than 6:00 a.m. We recommend placing your containers out
the night before.
Please remember only trash that is placed in the green container
will be collected, trash should be bagged and lids closed.
All recyclable items should be placed in the blue container.
Containers should be placed a minimum of 3 feet apart and away
from any obstructions such as mailboxes, telephone poles and
cars.
Do not place recyclable items in the green trash container as it will
not be emptied. This includes newspaper, corrugated
cardboard, glass and metal food containers, all plastics marked
#1 - #7.
Newington Highway/Sanitation Department
Single Stream Automated Recycling
Residents are reminded that recyclables are collected Single
Stream which means all recyclable items can be placed in
the Town supplied blue container without separating them.
Acceptable items include: paper, cardboard and boxboard,
empty glass jars and bottles, aluminum cans and aerosol
cans, plastics marked #1 - #7, such as milk cartons, yogurt
containers and rigid plastics.
Common mistakes: plastic bags, styrofoam, electronic
devices, light bulbs, motor oil containers or any hazardous
waste containers.
Grass and leaves should be recycled as per state law. Do not
dispose of them in your Town supplied containers.
Newington Highway/Sanitation Department
Oversized Bulky items (Non-metal)
Oversized items such as couches, mattresses and bundled
brush can be scheduled for pick up by calling the
Sanitation dept. (860)-667-5874. Residents of residential
homes and condominiums are asked to call by Tuesday
prior to 3:30 to schedule the Thursday pick up.
Residents are allowed 2 items per week.
Construction material such as sheetrock, shingles and
concrete are not accepted. These items can be brought to
CWPM 475 Christian La. Berlin, CT. (860)-828-1162.
Please call for pricing.
Metal items / Appliances
Items are collected on Tuesday’s for more information pick
up by calling the Sanitation Dept. (860)-667-5874
Newington Highway/Sanitation Department
Curbside Refuse/Recycling Collection
Residents are reminded that collection may be delayed 1 day following
the listed holidays:
Memorial Day
Fourth of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
New Years Day
Please note if one of these holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday there
will be NO delay in the collection that week.
When in doubt put it out.
Please contact the Sanitation Department with any questions you may
have at (860)-667-5874.
Town Landfill
Main St. next to Churchill Park
Hours of operation
Saturday and Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday only Jan.-March
Permits may be obtained at the Highway Garage, 281 Milk La.
Items accepted at Town Landfill
Residential yard vegetation
Brush, shrubs, branches
PERMIT REQUIRED
Grass, leaves
NO PERMIT REQUIRED
Other items
NO PERMIT REQUIRED
Scrap metal, appliances, Propane tanks, car batteries, waste oil
in sealed containers, single stream recycling items, electronics
Newington Fire Marshal’s Office
Open burning of brush on residential properties
is prohibited per
TOWN ORDINANCE SECTION 7-2
OPEN BURNING.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE FIRE
MARSHAL’S OFFICE 860-667-5910
Thank You
FIRE MARSHAL’S NOTICE
Local Ordinance Section 4-40: states that
street numbers shall be located on all
buildings within town to aid public safety
personnel in finding your home while
responding to emergencies. Numbers should
be 4 inches in height and be of a contrasting
color to be clearly identifiable. Homes that are
not visible from the street should have signs
posted within 10 feet of the roadway mounted
on a lamp post, sign or mailbox.
@NFDFireSafety
http://twitter.com/NFDFireSafety
Home Inspection Program
The Newington Fire Prevention Bureau reminds
Newington citizens of the
Home Inspection Program
Residents interested in having their homes,
condominiums, or apartments inspected for visible
hazards are asked to call fire headquarters at
860-667-5900, ext 116 for more information or to
schedule an appointment.
Department of Human Services
Each year, the Newington Department of Human Services
reaches out to our loyal neighbors for donations in
support of our various programs, serving residents in
need.
These include:
Holiday Food, Toy and Gift Baskets
Energy Assistance
Youth Programs
Substance Abuse Prevention
Special Needs Fund which allows us to assist persons
facing financial hardships.
It’s that time again.
For more Info Call 860-665-8596.
Board of Education 2014-2015
September 10, 2014 & September 23, 2014
(Note: this is a Tuesday meeting due to Rosh Hashanah on 9/24/14)
October 8, 2014 & October 22, 2014
November 12, 2014
December 10, 2014
January 7, 2015 & January 28, 2015
February 11, 2015
March 11, 2015 & March 25, 2015
April 8, 2015 & April 22, 2015
May 13, 2015 & May 27, 2015
June 3, 2015
DISCLAIMER
• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
InfoAnytime Reference Service
The Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Newington
announces InfoAnytime, a real-time, web-based
reference service. By going to the library’s website,
www.newingtonct.gov/library you can connect with a
reference librarian who will help you to navigate
through the increasingly complex world of web-based
research.
For information, contact the library at
(860) 665-8700.
Out of work?
You’ve got connections!
The Connecticut Department of Labor in conjunction with
the U.S. Department of Labor is here for you. If you
need information on finding a job or job training in the
community, we can help.
Call the American Workforce Network Toll free at 1-877899-5627 to get back to work.
VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE
SYSTEM
Volunteer drivers are needed to provide
transportation to veterans at the VA
Newington campus.
Flexible Hours. Full and Part Time.
Call 860-666-6951 ext. 6397 for more
information.
Seniors Enrollment
Medicare Part D Plans
Some Seniors may still enroll in Medicare Part D
plan. The Extra Help Subsidies are designed to
assist with the payment of premiums,
deductibles, and co-pays, and prevent the
coverage gap known as the “donut hole”.
Please contact the Social Security
Administration at
1-800-772-1213 or on-line at
www.sss.gov/prescriptionhelp
For more information on the subsidies, call
CHOICES programs 1-800-994-9422.
SENIORS NEWS
Seniors: Need help understanding your
new Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit?
If you need assistance please call the
North Central Agency on Aging at 724-6443
and ask for Damaris at extension 256.
North Central Mobility Program
A free service designed to assist Section 8
voucher and RAP participants with extra help to
move to a unit and or town of their choice within
Connecticut’s North Central Capitol Region.
Call (860) 296-4242 ext 106 for more information.
Sponsored By:
Newington Dept. of Social Services
D’Amelia & Associates
The CT Fair Housing Center
Before you buy a home or rent an apartment
know your fair housing rights!
Call for more information:
Hartford 1-860-247-4400
New Haven 1-203-772-3247
Toll free 1-888-247-4401
Housing Education Resource Center
The Housing Education Resource Center is a
private nonprofit educational service center. Our
services include:
Landlord/Tenant Consulting
First Time Home Ownership programs
Loss Migration Counseling.
For any additional information
or if you think you have a problem,
Please call (860) 296-3472.
Connecticut National Guard
JOIN THE TEAM
WEAR THE UNIFORM
DEFEND FREEDOM
LIVE THE ARMY VALUES
(Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless-Service,
Honor, Integrity, & Personal Courage)
THE CONNECTICUT ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
CALL NOW 1-800-716-3550
10/13/05
Newington Volunteer
Ambulance Corps, Inc.
In October 2014 Newington Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Inc. responded to:
140
123
8
9
Emergency Calls dispatched
By on-duty crew
By members responding from home while off-duty to staff Corps. second ambulance
Stand-by Events / Community Service
Of these calls:
99 Were between 6am and 6pm (Saturday, Sunday and major holidays as AMR covers town during
these hours Monday thru Friday)
41 Were between 6pm and 6am
The calls included:
43 Basic Life Support Transports
44 Advanced Life Support Transports (Paramedic level)
32 Persons examined/treated but refused to be transported to hospital
12 Calls cancelled en-route
9
Stand-by events – NHS Varsity Football x2, NHS JV Football x2, Fire Training Tower x2, Hockey
Tournament, Boy Scouts outreach, Touch-a-Truck
The Corps members volunteered:
1,326 Hours for EMS calls
52 Hours for Community events
173 Hours for Training
Charter Oak Photographic Society
1st
2nd
3rd
Monday:
Monday:
Monday:
4th
Monday:
Monthly Meetings:
Board Meeting
Workshops
Slide/Print/Electronic Image
Competition
General meetings
Board Meetings are at the Farming Library. Events
the other weeks are at Elmwood Community
Church, 26 Newington Road, West Hartford, CT.
For more information call:
(860) 379-4847 or (860) 561-2796
www.charteroakphoto.com.
DISCLAIMER
• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
St. Mary’s School News
Turn Donated clothing and shoes into money for
our community’s schools and libraries.
Please put your used clothing items in the
Kiducation container located in the parking lot of
St. Mary’s School on Willard Ave.
Boy Scout Troop 347
Troop 347 was founded in 1948 and continues its
mission to encourage, citizenship, personal growth,
and leadership through community
service and outdoor adventure.
During Troop 347’s 60 plus years of Scouting, over fifty
boys have earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
The Troop welcomes boys ages 11 to 18.
For more information, please contact –
Tim Manke, Scout Master, at
860-666-4491 or www.bsa347.org
Iwo Jima Survivors & Family
Don’t forget we would like to let you know of last minute
news and about upcoming events. Please send us your
email so we can get information about you
We are putting together a page for the Walk Way of Valor
where we will list the names of survivors who have bricks.
We would also like to add photos and a stories of each
Survivor. If you would like to be included please contact
Vincent – 203.488.7683 – [email protected]
Gary – 860.291.9666 – [email protected]
www.SOSIwoJima.com – Also find them on FaceBook
Greater Hartford Salvation Army News
The Salvation Army of Greater Hartford
Victims Assistance Program hosts an open meeting for
adult victims of crime
every Wednesday From 9 am – 12 noon
at 120 Sigourney St. inside Trinity Episcopal Church in
Hartford. During the meeting victims are educated on
their rights and learn about the judicial process.
For more information call Laura at
(860) 246-3251 ext. 101.
CRIBBAGE
Mondays 7:15 PM
For info call Bill - (203) 813 6481
or visit www.Cribbage.org
Have fun and make new friends
Improve your skills
Win Prizes and Trophies at Regional and
National Tournaments. Earn National Ranking
Points. Join the thousands of people who are
already members of the American Cribbage
Congress, a Non-profit Organization
E. Green PTA Fundraiser
The E. Green PTA is sponsoring several used clothing
collection boxes as a fundraiser for playground
equipment. Please drop off used clothing at these
locations:
Stamm Construction – 15 Holmes RD
West Hill Deli – West Hill Road & Willard Ave
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church – 1655 Main St.
NU – 28 Garfield St.
For more information call Kristine Hedberg
860-665-8298
Volunteers Needed
Interfaith Community Action of Newington (ICAN)
needs your assistance. Volunteer to assist the
elderly, disabled, and those otherwise in need
with day to day tasks, small household chores
and repairs, and transportation to local medical
appointments.
For information, call (860) 665-8791.
ICAN is a volunteer service program administered
by the Newington Department of Human Services.
Product Labels for the Board of
Education and Services for the Blind
The Board of Education and Services for the
Blind is collecting Campbell’s Soup and
related product labels which will be
redeemed for tape recorders to help blind
clients. Send in your labels or start a
collection drive.
For more information,
please call (860)602-4129.
National Alliance for Mental Illness
The Newington Affiliate of the National Alliance for
Mental Illness , NAMI, meets the second Tuesday
monthly (except November when it will meet on the first
Tuesday) at the Newington Senior Center, 120 Cedar St.,
in the Multi-purpose room at 7 p.m.
NAMI is a public service organization providing support,
education and advocacy for families and friends of
individuals who have severe psychiatric disabilities.
Contact: Shirley Berman (860) 561-2518 or
[email protected]
Alzheimer’s Association
Volunteers
The Alzheimer’s Association in Kensington
has opportunities for volunteers in the
Hartford area.
For information,
please call Maria or Denise at
(860)828-2828
CAN YOU HELP A CT CHILD SHINE?
Foster families play a vital role in the battle
against child abuse and neglect. They provide
safe, nurturing temporary homes for children
affected by abuse or neglect. In Connecticut
there are over 6,000 children living in out of
home care. Today, the need for good foster
families has never been greater.
For more information on
Foster Care & Adoption Services, please call:
1-888-KID HERO
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Communications, its employees or
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The ReCONNstruction Center
BE GREEN! RECYCLE YOUR STUFF!
DONATE usuable used or new building materials
to The ReCONNstruction Center
Twin City Plaza
731 New Britain Ave, Newington, CT
Tel. 860/597-3390 www.reconnstructioncenter.org
Get a tax deduction from this non-profit. Keep
building materials out of landfills.
OR BUY WHAT YOU NEED. Find windows, doors,
molding, bathroom fixtures, kitchen cabinets,
sinks, flooring, electrical, HVAC ducting – vents,
etc. all at 1/3 the cost or less.
Open Tue - Fri 9-6, Sat 9-4, Sun 12-4
PROJECT HOME SHARE
Project Home Share is a program that
matches homeowners who are having
difficulty financially, physically, or socially,
with people who are looking for affordable
housing.
Project Home Share is located at
Newington Senior & Disabled Center, 120
Cedar St., Newington, CT.
Phone: (860) 665-8771
Be a Part of the Solution!
If you’ve never had breast cancer, but your
sister has, join the Sister Study. Help find
environmental and genetic causes, so that
future generations won’t have to face the
disease. You can be part of the solution!
Participation is safe, easy, and convenient.
Please visit www.sisterstudy.org
or call toll-free 1-877-4SISTER
877-474-7837
NAMI Newington
For people living with mental illness, a safe environment
that offers a place to express themselves and receive
support without being judged is a critical component of
recovery and wellness. In recognition of this need, NAMI
Newington has launched a new weekly support group,
NAMI Connection. The new NAMI Connection Recovery
Support Group offers an inclusive place to learn from
others’ experiences, share coping strategies, and offer
encouragement and support. NAMI Connection Recovery
Support Groups are free, and are open to all adults with a
diagnosed mental illness. They are offered in Newington
starting May 5, 2008, on Monday nights from 6:00 to 7:30
PM at the John Doyle Senior and Disabled Center, 120
Cedar St., Newington, CT once a week. For more
information, visit www.nami.org/connection or call Mary
Lau, 860-666-0414 OR Alan Goodkofsky, 860-233-8603.
Joint Committee on Community Safety
The Joint Committee on Community Safety is interested
in comments from residents. The Town Council
established a Joint Committee on Community Safety to
determine the needs and potential solutions for ensuring
safety of the community. The Committee is comprised of
11 members (3) Town Council, (2) Board of Education, (1)
Youth-Adult Council and (5) from the public.
The Committee meets on the third Thursday of each
month at town Hall @ 7 p.m. in the Helen Nelson Room,
Conf. Rm. B/C. We encourage you to share your
comments and concerns.
Email: Kfreidenberg @newingtonct.gov
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NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
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contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
Programs at the
95 Cedar Street, Newington, CT 06111-2645
General: 860-665-8700
Children’s: 860-665-8720
http://www.newingtonct.gov/library
Library Hours
Mon. – Thurs. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday 1 – 5 p.m.
(November 16 – May 10)
Library Closings
Tuesday, November 11 – Veteran’s Day
Wednesday, November 26 – Closing at 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 27 – Thanksgiving
Wednesday, December 24 – Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 25 – Christmas
Wednesday, December 31 – Closing at 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 1 – New Year’s Day
Monday, January 19 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
To Reach the Library
Children’s Department: (860) 665-8720
www.newingtonct.gov/library
BOOKS BY MAIL
The Books by Mail service is an attractive and easy way
for residents of Newington who are homebound by a
temporary or permanent disability to order books.
For more information call
Shirlee-Ann Kober at 860-665-8707
or
Jeanette Francini at 860-665-8714
The Lucy Robbins Welles Library accepts book
donations throughout the year.
The Friends of the Library hold two major book sales
each year, in the spring and in the fall. However, small
donations of gently used books, CD’s and DVD’s may be
dropped off at the library during regular library
hours. These are Monday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00
p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and
Sundays from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
For larger donations, please call Terri at 860-665-8718 to
make drop-off arrangements.
The Lucy Robbins Welles Library is pleased to announce
our newest attraction pass to the Connecticut Science
Center located in Hartford, CT.
The pass offers a 20% discount off general admission for
up to four people. Passes may be reserved up to 3
months ahead of time with your library card.
Reservations can be made from your home computer or
by calling 860-665-8700.
This and other discount passes and free passes to area
attractions are made available by the generosity of the
Friends of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library.
Need Info On the Go? Text a Librarian!
Responding to the popularity of text messaging, you can now ask
questions and get information from the Lucy Robbins Welles Library
by text message. The new service provides an easy-to-use interface
and maintains the privacy of patron information.
For patrons who are unable to ask a librarian in person or online, or
those who simply prefer texting over talking, the Text a Librarian
service provides a convenient option for getting answers to simple
questions on their mobile phone from the reference librarians at the
Newington Library.
From your mobile phone, dial 66746, asklucy, then type in your
question. For more detailed information about the Text a Librarian
service at the Newington library please visit
www.newingtonct.gov/library or call 860-665-8700.
Newington Library Card Holders Can Take Online Courses
Residents who belong to the Newington Library now have the
opportunity to take free online courses in more than 500 subjects.
Thanks to the generous donation of the Friends of the Newington
Library, the library now subscribes to “Universal Class”, an
accredited online program.
Anyone with a Newington library card can sign up.
Users can take up to five classes simultaneously, and have up to six
months to complete any course; many of them qualify as continuing
education credits. Students can communicate with the teacher as
well as fellow students by email. To sign up, visit the Newington
Library home page at http://www.newingtonct.gov/library. Select
Online Resources, Education, Online Classes. Contact the adult
information desk at 860-665-8700 for more information
Throughout the month of November, master quilters Anna Tufankjian and
Marlene Shea will be displaying their fabric art in the Community Room
of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington. Both quilters are
members of The Newington Schoolhouse Quilters; The Greater
Hartford Quilt Guild; JAM, an art Journal Quilting Group.
The exhibit may be viewed during regular library hours when the
Community Room is not being used for a regular program: Monday Thursday, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm; Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am - 5:00
pm; and, beginning November 16, Sunday, 1:00 - 5:00 pm.
Exhibit is free and open to the public, which is encouraged to call in
advance to make sure the room is available for viewing. 95 Cedar
Street, Newington, CT. 860.665.8700.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Winter Storytimes
Session runs January 5 – February 19
Mondays 10:15–11:00 AM - 9-24 months
January 5 – February 9 (no class 1/19)
(w/caregiver and siblings)
Weekly storytimes are drop-in, with no registration required.
All programs are free of charge. Please call the Children’s
Department. at 860-665-8720 with any questions.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Winter Storytimes
Session runs January 5 – February 19
Wednesdays 10:15 – 11:00 AM - 2-3 year olds
January 7 – February 18
(w/caregiver and siblings)
Weekly storytimes are drop-in, with no registration required.
All programs are free of charge. Please call the Children’s
Department. at 860-665-8720 with any questions.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Winter Storytimes
Session runs January 5 – February 19
Thursdays 10:15 – 11:00 AM - 3-6 year-olds
January 8 – February 19
(NO caregiver or siblings)
Weekly storytimes are drop-in, with no registration required.
All programs are free of charge. Please call the Children’s
Department. at 860-665-8720 with any questions.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Play with Us!
Tuesdays, January 13 and 20, 10:15 – 11:30 a.m.
Join us for this program designed for families with young
children who have special needs. Meet with birth to threeyear-old resource professionals and socialize with your
peers. All are welcome. No registration necessary.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Family Storytime
Thursdays in January, 6:30 p.m.
Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year
‘round. No registration necessary.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Play For All
Saturday, January 10, 10:15 a.m. – 12 noon
Come to a special needs play group that gives parents the
opportunity to talk, support and encourage each other,
while allowing their children time to play and socialize
together. No registration necessary.
Co-Sponsored by Newington UNICO.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Winter Reading Kick-Off: Fetch a Good Book!
Saturday, January 10, 12 noon – 3:00 p.m.
Come to the library to help us kick off our pet themed winter
reading program. Make pet-tacular crafts and see our
favorite pet movies beginning at 1:00 p.m. Enter a picture
of yourself and your well loved pet, stuffed or breathing or
fictional, in our fun reading contest. Bring a pet food or pet
care donation for the Connecticut Humane Society. A
detailed flyer for the winter reading program will be
available December 1.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Tech Sandbox
Monday, January 12, 6:30 p.m.
Children in grades 1 and up are invited to bring their own
device or just attend to learn about our website. Databases
introduced will be PebbleGo, Power Kids, Tumblebooks,
Tumblebook Cloud, BookFlix, and PBSKidsGo. Learn how
to download audio books and eBooks from the library.
Please call to register, and most importantly, bring your
library card and device, if you have one, to the class.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Tech Sandbox
Monday, January 12, 6:30 p.m.
Children in grades 1 and up are invited to bring their own
device or just attend to learn about our website. Databases
introduced will be PebbleGo, Power Kids, Tumblebooks,
Tumblebook Cloud, BookFlix, and PBSKidsGo. Learn how
to download audio books and eBooks from the library.
Please call to register, and most importantly, bring your
library card and device, if you have one, to the class.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Half-Day FUN
Tuesday, January 13, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
In keeping with our Fetch a Good Book! winter reading
theme, we’ll be creating some pet crafts and playing pet
games. No registration necessary.
Sponsored by the Friend of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Cozytime Stories
Thursday, January 15, 4:00 p.m.
Children in kindergarten through grade 2 are welcome to
relax with their pillow and blanket, and listen to some
wonderful stories. A snack will be provided.
No registration necessary.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Pet Saturdays
Saturdays, January 17th ,24th and 31st 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturdays, February 7th and 14th 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
On Saturdays during our winter reading program we will set
up the MakerSpace table with pet themed activities.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Tales to Tails
Saturday, January 17, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Children who need to boost their reading skills may sign up
for a 15 minute session reading to a certified R.E.A.D. dog.
Call to register.
Donated by Cold Noses, Warm Hearts.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Stories and Art
Tuesday, January 20, 12 noon
“C” stands for cookie and that’s good enough for me! Join us
for cookie stories, a cookie craft and yummy fun! Children
ages 2-4 and their caregivers may call the Children’s
Department to register.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Pajama Yoga
Tuesday, January 20, 6:30 p.m.
Namaste everyone! That means peace. Children ages 5-8
and their caregivers are invited to come to the library in
their most comfortable pajamas to have fun doing yoga
together. Beth Agdish, a certified Next Generation Yoga for
Kids instructor, will teach us techniques and traditional
poses. Mats will be provided to those who do not bring
one. Call to register.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Chess Club
Wednesday, January 21, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Like to play chess? We will set up our program room for all
who like to play chess. Sets will be available to use here
and check out for use at home. No registration necessary.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Cookbook Club
Wednesday, January 21, 6:30 p.m.
Fetch a Good Treat! Chefs in grades 3-6 will make
homemade dog treats for a favorite pup. The treats will be
made with peanut butter and will need to be baked at
home. Call the Children’s Department to register.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Construction Club
Saturday, January 24, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Come to our monthly gathering to build projects with Lego
bricks. Due to safety concerns, infants and toddlers will not
be allowed in the room. Please call to register.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Half-Day FUN
Tuesday, January 27, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Cats, cats, cats! Today it’s an afternoon of crafts, stories and
games highlighting Hello Kitty vs. Pete the Cat. No
registration necessary.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Tales to Tails
Thursday, January 29, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Children who need to boost their reading skills may sign up
for a 15 minute session reading to Jessie, a certified
therapy dog. Call to register.
Donated by Kerry Lurate, Registered Therapy Dog Trainer.
Children’s
Activities
Children’s
Activities
Stuffed Pet Adoption Day
Saturday, January 31, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Stop by to adopt a new pet! You’ll get an adoption certificate,
make a name tag and find out lots of cool things about your
pet. To ensure we have enough pet supplies, please call
the Children’s Department to register.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Teen
Programs
Teen
Programs
Craft Night for Teens
Thursday, April 17, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Stop by to make and take a craft. There will be a variety of
crafts to choose from. Snacks and music will be provided.
Please register for this program.
Teen
Programs
Teen
Programs
Teen Anime Club
Tuesday, May 13, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
For ages 13-18. Anime Club is back!
The club will meet once a month to watch anime
and snack on pocky.
Adults
Programs
Adults
Programs
Protecting Your Identity
Monday, April 7, 7:00 p.m.
Nicholas Sabetta, CFCI and Security Investigation Manager
for Liberty Bank, will offer tips and advice about keeping
your personal information private and away from identity
thieves. Mr. Sabetta is a retired detective with over 20
years experience at the Connecticut State Police.
Call to register.
Hands-On
Computer
Classes
Hands-On
Computer
Classes
Hands-On Computer Classes
Class size is limited to 10 and reservations are required.
Registration begins two weeks before each class is
scheduled. Basic keyboarding skills, familiarity with
Windows and proficiency using a mouse are required for
all classes except Basic Computers. Call 860-665-8700 to
register. If you register for a class and do not attend or fail
to give 24 hours notice, you must wait 60 days before you
may register for another class. All classes are two hours.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
and Farmington Bank.
Newington Department of
Human Services
Is looking for a citizen representative to serve on the
Mental Health Catchment Area Council
of North Central Regional Mental Health Board
Any resident interested in serving should contact
Ken Freidenberg, Director of Human Services
at (860)665-8660 or e-mail
at [email protected].
The Town Council of each town appoints the town’s
representative to the Catchment Area Council. Interested
residents may also attend a meeting the first Thursday of
the month which is open to the public
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• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
Creative Playtime Preschool Program – Spaces Still Available for
2013-2014 School Year
Give your child a head start! Effective preschool programs lay a
foundation of social skills, knowledge and self confidence that paves
the way for success in kindergarten and beyond. Many studies have
shown the importance of preschool and the long-lasting benefits a
preschool program provides. Newington Parks and Recreation
Department’s fully-licensed and affordable preschool program is open
to children ages 3-5. Our child-friendly and welcoming classroom
facilities are located at 1075 Main Street in the Lower Level. Our
professional, mature, engaging staff will be happy to care for your
child. Our flexible program gives you the option to register for morning,
afternoon or full-day programs and the choice to send your child one
day per week, or up to all five! Non-residents welcome! Registration
packets are available in the Parks and Recreation office or online at
www.newingtonct.gov/parksandrec. For more information, please call
the Parks and Recreation office at 860-665-8666.
CHURCHILL PARK PICNIC RESERVATIONS
The Newington Parks & Recreation Department has reserved areas at
Churchill Park available for rental. Churchill Park picnic reservations begin
at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 in the Parks & Recreation
office. Reservations are limited to Newington families, organizations, and
businesses and are accepted on a first-come, first served basis! Phone
reservations will not be accepted. Proof of residency is required. There
are 3 picnic areas to choose from: Upper Area (open space—no
shelter): 40 person limit ($35); Middle Pavilion (large shelter &
electricity): 150 person limit ($75); Lower Pavilion (shelter &
electricity): 60 person limit ($50). Facilities include restrooms or portable
restrooms, large charcoal grill(s) at each site, volleyball, tennis, basketball
and bocce courts, horseshoes and a children’s playscape. The softball
field can be reserved for 2 hours on Saturday or Sunday. Sports
equipment can also be reserved. Payment for picnic rentals must be
received at the time of registration. Please note that we are unable to
issue refunds once a picnic area is reserved.
For further information, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at
860-665-8666 Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Creative Playtime Preschool Program Open House
Newington Parks and Recreation Department’s fully licensed
preschool program is open to children ages 3-5. An open
house will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 from
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Come check out the classroom and meet
our preschool teachers! Our child-friendly and welcoming
classroom facilities are located at 1075 Main Street in the
Lower Level.
Registration for the 2014-2015 school year will begin on
Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at the Newington Parks and
Recreation office during normal office hours. For more
information, please call (860) 665-8666.
NEW! Sign and Play Classes (children ages newborn to 3 years)
Newington Parks and Recreation Department is now offering
this exciting and innovative program for children ages
newborn to 3 years and their parents/
caregivers. Participants will learn and practice sign
language together in a playful setting. Each family will
receive a class handbook which includes lyrics to songs,
descriptions on how to execute each sign and ideas for
using the learned signs at home. This program will be held
on Saturdays from 10:45-11:30 a.m. beginning January 11,
2014. For more information about the program, fee and
how to register, please call the
Parks and Recreation office at (860) 665-8666.
New Outdoor Fitness Equipment at Mill Pond Park
Mill Pond Park in Newington now has more to offer residents
who are looking to lead healthy and active lives. Outdoor
fitness equipment has been installed on the North side of
Mill Pond Park (closest to Garfield Street and the Town
Hall). The new equipment includes five pieces to exercise
various muscle groups. All five pieces utilize green
technology – they require no electricity and instead use the
body’s own mass for resistance. The new equipment is
available for use at any time, and is appropriate for adults,
seniors and children older than 13.
For more information, please contact Newington Parks and
Recreation Department at 860-665-8666.
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• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
Chamber of Commerce
7 AM Networking
What is the 7AM Network?
The Newington Chamber of Commerce's 7AM Network meets
every Wednesday at the Chamber Office from 7 AM to 8:30.
Bagels, muffins, coffee, tea, and juice are available at each meeting.
Participants do 30 second commercials for their businesses and
exchange business leads and testimonials.
Each meeting ends with a scheduled presentation
by a member of the network.
7AM Network meetings are open to all Newington Chamber
members. Non-chamber members are welcome to attend on a trial
basis. There is a $5 charge for each meeting. First time guests are
not charged. The Chamber Office is located at 1046 Main Street in
the center of Newington.
Chamber of Commerce
WoMeetAndNetwork
The Women’s Networking Group
Please arrive any time around 8:00 AM at which time the meeting format
will be to enjoy breakfast, network, have our 30 second commercials, any
announcements, testimonials, referrals, and then at 8:30 AM our speaker
will give a 5 to 15 minute presentation, followed by Q&A, and informal
adjournment. We expect to be adjourned between 9:00 and 9:15 AM.
Remember that we are now holding this BREAKFAST meeting ($5) at the
Newington Chamber of Commerce Office, 1046 Main Street, Newington,
unless otherwise noted.
Please RSVP by email [email protected] or phone
(860-666-2089)
WORSHIP BAND MUSICIANS
WANTED
Mill Pond Church is seeking singers,
keyboardists, drummers, guitarists, bassists and
audio-visual technicians.
If you’re interested or have questions, contact
either Mill Pond Church or The Omega Youth and
Family Center.
Joel Rissinger
860-436-9216
705 North Mountain Rd.
Newington, CT
American Legion Post 117
Newington, CT
Veterans and Active Duty Personnel
Join The American Legion TODAY
Get information on benefits and Services
Contact
Gary McPhee - Adjutant
860.803.7360 – [email protected]
Richard Linnon – Service Officer
Home – 860.667.4291 or Cell – 860.874.1664
[email protected]
Local Artist Exhibit
The Newington Senior and Disabled Center has
created a forum for local artists to display their works.
Located in the Center’s Cafeteria
Monthly exhibits can be viewed
Daily – 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM &
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
For more info call 860.665.8778
DISCLAIMER
• The programming that is cablecast on NCTV
does not necessarily reflect the opinions of
NCTV, its officers or volunteers, Cox
Communications, its employees or
volunteers, or the Town of Newington, its
employees, or elected officials or Frontier, its
employees or volunteers.
• The producer of each program is solely
responsible for its content. Producers’
contact information is public information and
is available from NCTV during office hours.
Afghan of Newington
Sold exclusively by the Newington
Education Foundation, Inc. NEF is a nonprofit organization. Proceeds fund minigrants benefitting and enhancing
programs in the Newington Public
Schools.
For more information call 860-666-5025 or
860-6668521 or visit our website at
newingtonef.org
Cell Phones for Soldiers
Two local funeral homes, both owned by the Duksa family, are
kicking off a special effort to help U.S. troops overseas stay
connected with their families. Newington Memorial Funeral Home at
20 Bonair Avenue in Newington and Burritt Hill Funeral Home at 332
Burritt Street in New Britain are new official drop-off locations for the
“Cell Phones for Soldiers” collection drive.
“Cell Phones for Soldiers” was founded in 2004 by teenagers Robbie
and Brittany Bergquist from Norwell, Mass. with just $21 of their own
money. Since then, the non-profit organization has distributed more
than 500,000 prepaid calling cards to soldiers serving overseas and
has raised almost $1 million in donations. Through increased
fundraising efforts, the Bergquist family hopes to raise more than $9
million in the next five years to fund new programs.
SPECIAL NEEDS PTA
This is a national movement to represent all
CHILDREN with Special Needs.
This is millions of members speaking with one voice for
children, EDUCATION, and families. This is how the school
COMMUNITY comes together before school, in school, After
school with programs to help every SCHOOL partner
with FAMILIES, to help every child achieve their
POTENTIAL. This is school spirit. This is an
EXTRAORDINARY group of moms, dads, teachers,
principals, aunts, uncles, grandparents, caregivers,
businesspeople, advocates. THIS IS ALL OF THE
ABOVE, ALL AT THE SAME TIME. THIS IS NEWINGTON
SEPTA BECAUSE ALL CHILDREN ARE SPECIAL
Newington SEPTA at (860) 665-8375
email [email protected]
Business & Professional
Microcomputer Users Group
A REGIONAL NOT FOR PROFIT SOCIETY
of “Users Helping Users” www.bpmug.org
President: Jim Smith - Amston
VP: Lee Seidman - Rocky Hill
Sec’y Sonja Davis-W. Hartford
Tr. Paul Silversmith-W. Hartford
Contact: Alexander “Al” Cohen, 42 Jeffrey Lane,
Newington
860-667-2864 E-mail [email protected]
Additional Contact: Paul Silversmith 860-561-8511
Many programs available see their website
Newington Student Assistance Fund
For the past 45 years, the non-profit NSAF has provided interest-free
loans to any Newington resident seeking financial assistance in
obtaining post-secondary education or training. In recent years
NSAF has been able to fulfill loans for all eligible applicants. If the
number of applicants exceeds the available funding, assistance is
awarded on the basis of need without regard to race, gender, creed
or national origin. Individual loans are limited to a maximum amount
of $1,000 in any one school year.
Applications are due in the Counseling Office at Newington High
School before noon on June 3rd.
Applications for the loans are available at our Web site,
www.nsafinfo.org, or can be picked up at the following locations:
Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Newington High School Counseling
Office, the Newington branch of TD Bank.
Newington Neighborhood Group of the
American Sewing Guild
This group is open to all who enjoy sewing as a hobby.
Beginners are welcome! Yes, we can teach you how to
sew! We meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month from
9:00 – 10:30 AM, at Jo-Ann’s on the Berlin Turnpike.
Bring whatever you are working on!!
For information call Dana at 203.574.8225 or
[email protected]
Free Community Breakfast
Grace Church
124 Maple Hill Avenue
Newington, CT
Invites you to a Free Community Breakfast
Saturday December 20th from 8am to 10am
Saturday January 17st from 8am to 10am
Saturday February 21st from 8am to 10am
Saturday March 21st from 8am to 10am
Saturday April 18th from 8am to 10am
Saturday May 16th from 8am to 10am
Call Mitch Page at 860-667-3141 with any questions.
JOIN BOY SCOUT TROOP 347
To join Newington Boy Scout Troop 347, call Tim Manke,
Scout Master, at 860-666-4491.
www.bsa347.org
Meetings are held on most Wednesdays from September
through June, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Martin Kellogg Middle
School, Newington. All boys ages 11 to 17 and their
parents are welcome.
Troop 347 was founded in 1948 and continues its mission to
encourage citizenship, personal growth and leadership
through community service and outdoor adventure. During
Troop 347’s 60 plus years of scouting, over fifty boys have
earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
Newington Art League
The Newington Art League meets on the second
Wednesdays of September, October, November, March,
April and May . A brief business meeting at 6:30 is followed
by a demonstration in one of the visual arts.
The League also holds open workshops in the Newington
Town Hall, which are free to members. They are on
Monday mornings 9:30-11:30 with Flo Dickie and on
Tuesday evenings 6:00- 9:30 with Pat Tanger.
Visit us at www.newingtonartleague.org, , on facebook, or call
Pat Tanger at 860-666-5026 for more information.
Grace Bible Community Church
Pastor Rodney Beaulieu
Invites you to “Rightly Divide the Word of Truth”
As you Learn God’s Timeline for You
God’s purpose and plan is unfolded in the Holy
Scriptures past, present and future:
Know where you are dispensationally, know who your
apostle is and know you are “saved by grace”
www.gbccct.org
Contact us for a free brochure and DVD
705 North Mountain Road, Newington
Overnight Parking Ban
Effective Friday, November 1st, the Newington Police
Department will enforce the overnight parking ban
throughout Newington. The ordinance prohibits
parking for more than thirty minutes between the
hours of 2:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M. on any street. This
parking ban insures proper sanding and plowing
operations and helps prevent accidents on snowy or
icy roads.
Motorists requiring an exception from this ordinance due
to an emergency situation are urged to contact the
Newington Police Department
at 860-666-8445, ext 6114.
We urge the continued cooperation of all our residents
and motorists.
Newington/Wethersfield Woman's
Club
The GFWC - Newington/Wethersfield Woman's Club
welcomes all women in our area to join us at our monthly
meetings.
We gather on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the
Newington Senior and disabled Center at 120 Cedar St.
Social time is from 6-6:30pm.
Our meeting start promptly at 6:30.
Free Braille Calendars
The Community Outreach Office of the National
Federation of the Blind has 2015 Braille calendars
Free of charge
For information call 860.289.1971 or
email [email protected]
Mortgage Crisis Job
Training Program
Looking for job/skills training?
Sixty days behind on your mortgage?
The Mortgage Crisis Job Training Program
may be able to help.
Call Capital Workforce Partners at 860-899-3441.
Senior and Disabled Center Needs
Community’s Expertise
The Newington Senior and Disabled Center is seeking National
Accreditation for the third time. The Center, located at 120
Cedar Street , was the first in Connecticut to achieve this
distinction from the National Council on Aging's National Institute
of Senior Centers (NCOA-NISC). The first step toward
accreditation is to engage in a self-assessment process with a
broad evaluation of operations and strategic planning. The
Center is seeking community members with expertise,
experience or passion in the listed areas to assist in the
evaluation. The time commitment is approximately 8-10 hours
over the course of 3 months. The areas are governance,
volunteer management, program development (enrichment,
adult education, wellness, intergenerational, active living etc.),
fiscal management, architecture and/or interior design and
transportation.
Please call Dianne Stone at (860) 665-8768 for more information.
In A Garden of Friends
Happiness Grows
The Home Garden Club of Wethersfield
"Presents"
A spectacular demonstration of floral design
By one of the area's top floral designers
BILL CUSANO
De Vars-Phillips Florist & Antiques
March 18, 2015 at 7:00 pm
Newington Town Hall Auditorium
Arrangements and gift baskets will be raffled
Please bring a non-perishable food item to support local
community food pantries.
for Information and tickets:
[email protected]
Churchill Park Picnic Reservations
The Newington Parks & Recreation Department has reserved areas at
Churchill Park available for rental. Churchill Park picnic
reservations begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 in
the Parks & Recreation office. Reservations are limited to
Newington families, organizations, and businesses and are accepted
on a first-come, first served basis! Phone reservations will not be
accepted. Proof of residency is required. There are 3 picnic areas to
choose from: Upper Area (open space—no shelter): 40 person limit
($35); Middle Pavilion (large shelter & electricity): 150 person limit
($90); Lower Pavilion (shelter & electricity): 60 person limit ($60).
Facilities include restrooms or portable restrooms, large charcoal
grill(s) at each site, volleyball, tennis, basketball and bocce courts,
horseshoes and a children’s playscape. The softball field can be
reserved for 2 hours on Saturdays or Sundays. Sports equipment can
also be reserved. Payment for picnic rentals must be received at the
time of registration. Please note that we are unable to issue refunds
once a picnic area is reserved. For further information, please call
the Parks & Recreation Department at 860-665-8666 Monday
through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Girl Scout Cookie Time
Support Girl Scouts in your community! It’s Girl Scout cookie
time and your support can help girls learn about goal
setting, decision making, money management, people
skills, and business ethics. Log onto www.gsofct.org to
find out how you can make a difference in a girl’s life,
donate cookies to our heroes at home and overseas, and
get a tasty treat for yourself!
Girl Scout cookie season is for a limited
time only, so be sure and order your cookies today!
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