Andover Hometown News The - Gulemo

The 

Andover 

Hometown News 

Volume 6, Issue 1 For and About Andover October 15, 2005 

DO YOU KNOW THIS WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN 

Carolyn Lester 

What a pleasure it is to introduce you to 

Andover’s Benjamin Campen if you 

don’t already know him, and to 

celebrate the gifts of this 16-year-old 

resident. He is the son of Cathy and 

Glen Campen, brother to Garrett, 

age nine. He shares his home, 

with Leonard (Leo) and Kody, two 

beautiful cats. For those of us who 

know Benjamin, we have found 

him to be a friend who quietly and 

gently weaves his life into ours. 

Many of you know Benjamin as a 

neighbor, as an 11 th grade student at 

RHAM High School, as a relative, 

or as a friend. I share my story 

from my association with Benjamin 

as a friend and as a member of 

the First Congregational Church 

(United Church of Christ), Andover. 

Benjamin was five when he moved to Andover. I have 

watched him grow up, faithfully and enthusiastically attending 

church services, Sunday School, and the youth group – the 

Pilgrim Fellowship. Two years ago he was confirmed into the 

membership of the Church after a 2-year program of spiritual 

growth, of learning about the UCC, and of service projects 

related to his faith journey. We in the Church know him as a 

caring individual and as an attentive friend to our older adults. 

I sat down with Benjamin one evening to hear about his interests 

and activities. He shared ways that he has participated in 

Church, school, and wider community activities. Here are a few: 

At the Church’s annual May Breakfast, 

Benjamin has been a food server. 

He likes to participate in mission 

projects such as the Ducky Race, 

whose proceeds were sent in different 

years to Heifer Project International, 

to the Interfaith Sewing Group in 

Willimantic, and to the Sea Coast 

Mission in Maine. He has sought 

pledges for his seven-mile walk for the 

combined Columbia-Gilead-Andover 

Churches CROPWALK for Hunger to 

benefit world hunger and local food 

kitchens; and, you should see him 

bowl! His enthusiasm draws a large 

number of pledges through goodnatured 

competition to benefit the 

Andover Church at its annual “Holy 

Roller Bowlathon!” Besides that, he is 

the best bowler on anyone’s team! In 

addition, he has helped his PF friends 

sell grinders in order to purchase food 

for the Covenant Soup Kitchen in Willimantic. He participated 

in a service project to benefit underprivileged children. 

As we talked, I noticed Benjamin’s T-shirt which reads, 

SPEED SKATING, so we began discussing his skills and 

involvement in several sports. 

This fall, Benjamin will prepare for bowling competitions 

with the Glastonbury Special Olympics team. It’s his third 

year with this group. 

DO YOU KNOW (Continued on page 3) 

The Andover Hometown News October 2005 Page 1

PHONE NUMBERS 

Assessor 

Building Department 

Emergency/Fire/Police 

Judge of Probate 

Library 

Registrar of Voters 

Resident Trooper 

Selectmen 

Social Services 

Tax Collector 

Town Clerk 

Town Garage 

Transfer Station 

U.S. Post Office 

HOP RIVER 

ELDERLY HOUSING 

25 Riverside Drive 

742-0585 

THE ANDOVER D I R E C T O R Y 

742-7305 

742-4036 

911 

647-7979 

742-7428 

742-0188 

742-0235 

742-7305 

742-7305 

742-4035 

742-0188 

742-4048 

742-4049 

742-7756 

SCHOOLS 

Andover Elementary 742-7339 

RHAM Middle School 228-9423 

RHAM High School 228-9474 

FIRE MARSHAL 

John Roache 742-0040 

ANIMAL CONTROL 

Jay Linddy 

Beeper 820-3461 

After the beeps, 

enter your phone number, 

press #, and your call will be returned. 

State Animal Control Officer 

Dean Gates 

860-713-2506 

VISITING NURSE 

34 Ledgebrook Drive, Mansfield 

456-7288 

Fax: 423-5702 

AHM YOUTH SERVICES 

Pendleton Road, Hebron 

228-9488 

Infoline: 211 

FIRE DEPARTMENT 

11 School Road 

742-7477 

MUNICIPAL AGENT 

FOR THE AGING 

Catherine Palazzi 

742-8088 

SENIOR CENTER 

Old Firehouse 

Center Street 

Kaye Cardin 742-7739 

The Andover Hometown News October 2005 Page 2 

FORM OF GOVERNMENT 

Board of Selectmen/Town Meeting 

SELECTMEN 

Charlene H. Barnett (First) 

Leigh-Ann Hutchinson 

Susan C. England 

David H. Rhinelander 

Jay K. Linddy 

TOWN HALL 

17 School Road 

Monday 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

Tuesday - Thursday 

8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

Friday 8:30 a.m. - Noon. 

(individual office hours vary) 

Fax: 742-7535 

TOWN GARAGE 

Long Hill Road 

Public Works Director, Tree Warden, 

and Open Burning Official 

Edwin Kacesak 

TRANSFER STATION 

Shoddy Mill Road 

Wednesday 8 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. 

Saturday 8 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. 

JUSTICES OF THE PEACE 

Wayne F. Besaw, Sr. 

Marie R. Burbank 

Margaret H. Busch 

Kathleen D. Cardin 

Georgette M. Conrad 

Michael Donnelly 

Deborah C. Fuger 

Carol H. Lee 

Jay K. Linddy 

Ken Mosher 

Henry G. Parkington 

Jeanne F. Sheehan 

Erich Siismets 

POST OFFICE 

Route 6 742-7756 

Officer In Charge: Janet Galya 

Hours 

Closed daily 

noon to 1 p.m. 

Monday - Friday 

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

Saturday 

8 a.m. - noon 

Lobby Hours 

Monday - Friday 

7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 

Saturday 

7 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

TOWN OFFICES CLOSINGS 

New Year’s Day Jan. 1 

Martin Luther King Day Jan. 17 

Lincoln’s Birthday Feb. 11 

Washington’s Birthday Feb. 22 

Good Friday 

March 2 

Memorial Day May 30 

Independence Day July 4 

Labor Day 

Sept. 5 

Columbus Day Oct. 10 

Veterans Day Nov. 11 

Thanksgiving Nov. 24 

Christmas 

Dec. 26 

ANDOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY 

355 Route 6 

Director: Amy Orlomoski 

Monday and Wednesday 

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 3 - 8 p.m. 

Tuesday and Thursday ~ 3 - 8 p.m. 

Friday ~ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 3 - 6 p.m. 

Saturday ~ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 

Closed Saturdays July & August 

Fax: 742-7428 

LEGISLATIVE DIRECTORY 

State Senator 19th District 

Edith Prague 860-240-0498 

State House Representative 

55th District 

Pam Sawyer 860-649-5655 

U.S. Congress Representative 

2nd District 

Robert Simmons 

U.S. Senators 

Christopher Dodd 

Joseph Lieberman 

1-800-334-5341 

1-800-225-5605 

CHURCH 

First Congregational 

Route 6 ~ 742-7696 

Reverend Edward Cornell 

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Route 6 (adjacent to Post Office) 

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DO YOU KNOW (Continued from page 1) 

Benjamin practices with the Bolton 

Ice Cats speed skating team and 

competes at the International 

Skating Center in Simsbury in 

February. One year Benjamin 

skated with the 2000-Meter Men’s 

Individual Team Relay and earned 

a Gold Medal. He also skates 

the men’s individual heats and 

has become one of the top five 

speed skaters in his division. 

In the past, several of Benjamin’s 

sports activities have taken place 

under the direction of Glastonbury 

Special Olympics. However, for their 

second season RHAM will have its own AHM unified basketball 

team made up of athletes and partners. They will play short 

games during halftime at the RHAM Varsity basketball games. 

Benjamin runs his hardest to finish first 

in this heat at Berlin High School. 

the Glastonbury athletes and his 

brother, Garrett. Last year they 

won a Gold Medal in the finals. 

Benjamin ran track with the RHAM 

High School track team. Do you 

get the picture that he’s quite an 

athlete! He won two heats, 100 

and 200 meter men’s sprints. His 

Mom noted he ran the 100-meter 

in 13.5 seconds. 

Benjamin showed me many of his 

medals: Gold, Silver and Bronze, 

which he has won as a result of his 

training, skills, commitment and the willingness of his parents 

to participate – you know, as cheerleaders, coach, teachers, 

and taxi drivers. 

Softball is another passion for Benjamin. He’s played with 

several area teams and even enjoyed a few special days of 

training with the Norwich Navigators due to his involvement. 

This year his dad is a coach for the RHAM Unified Special 

Olympic Softball Team and Benjamin practices weekly with 

When I asked Benjamin what he likes to do in his free time, he 

said that he likes to play Nintendo, play with his pets, watch 

baseball, and travel. 

DO YOU KNOW (Continued on page 8) 


THANK-YOU!! 

To all the participants and 

Community Support for our charity 

events. We have run our fund-rasing 

events to benefit Windham Hospital’s 

Capitol Campaign to expand their 

Emergency Room. 

Our events and 

contributions have 

raised almost $30,000 in 

the past three years. 

We thank all the participants and local 

sponsors for your generous support, we could 

not have done it without you!! 

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BLOOD DRIVES 

Ann Hartford 

St. Columba Church on Routes 66 and 87 in Columbia 

will hold a Blood Drive on Wednesday, October 19, 

from 1 to 5:45 p.m. Edward Jones Insurance of Hebron 

will be sponsoring the Drive and providing great food 

and will have a drawing for a gift certificate to a local 

restaurant. To make an appointment please contact Barbara at 

228-4909 or call the American Red Cross at 1-800-GiveLife 

(448-3543). Walk-ins will be welcome after 2 p.m. 

Evan Kreidler was born on June 24, 2005 at Manchester 

Memorial Hospital to Brian and Dawn Kreidler. He weighed 8 

pounds, 9 ounces, and was 21.5 inches long. Evan’s maternal 

grandparents are Leonard and Linda Trank of Woolwich, Maine 

and paternal grandparents are Daniel 

and Barbara Kreidler of Glastonbury. 

Evan has a 3-year-old brother, Jared. 

St Peter’s Episcopal Church, Route 85 in Hebron, will be 

hosting a Blood Drive on Monday, December 12 from 1 to 5:45 

p.m. Members of the Church will be volunteering their time and 

providing baked goods for the canteen. For an appointment 

please sign up at Church or call the American Red Cross at 

1-800-GiveLife (448-3543). Walk-ins will be welcome 

after 2 p.m. 

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Dear Andover 

Residents, 

 

It has been just a 

 

few months since 

 

I was called to be 

 

the Interim Minister 

a t T h e F i r s t 

Congregational Church in Andover, United Church of Christ. 

First, let me thank the many members of the Andover 

Community for your warm welcome. It is a pleasure to 

minister among such a loving and welcoming community. 

I also wish to thank you for your support at our recent 

tag sale. The proceeds of this event are designated to be 

used to erect a fence and playscape for the children of the 

church as well as the many other children who frequent 

the church property. With the traffic on Route 6 being as 

it is this will go a long way to provide a safe play area. 

I also wish to thank you for your ongoing support of the 

monthly tag sale. This has taken place every third Saturday 


at our Conference House. This event is a wonderful 

aid to many folks looking for an item or two to furnish 

an apartment. The funds help the church support our 

food pantry, oil fund, as well as many local outreach 

ministries. Because the Conference House is not heated 

the tag sale does not run during the winter months. Please 

refrain from dropping donations off until the spring. 

On October 15 we will join with the Andover community 

to celebrate the Chester D. Norton Appreciation Day. I 

hope you will join with us at 10 a.m. on October 15 as 

we remember Chester D. Norton and Irene Mooney. The 

Church plans to play the Irene Mooney Memorial Carillon 

at that hour to celebrate this gift of the Mooney family. 

Also on that same day the Church will hold its annual 

Country Church Fair. This, as always, promises to be an 

excellent opportunity to discover your early holiday gifts 

or just meet your old friends and greet some new ones. 

Finally, and most important, is to invite you to attend 

worship with us. The First Congregational Church of 

Andover, United Church of Christ has a long and proud 


history in Andover. As members of the United Church of 

Christ we are a church with roots that are 2000 years old 

yet we are very much today. We embrace modern intelligent 

thinking, we are accepting, inclusive and seek justice for 

all. We are here for you, and hope that within our sanctuary 

walls you will find a place of spiritual nurturing, faith 

formation and comfort in a time of need. Our worship 

services are Sundays at 10 a.m., with childcare provided. 

We are handicapped accessible and climate controlled. 

Join us on any Sunday morning for worship and fellowship. 

We are easy to locate directly on Route 6, just look for the 

“Still Speaking Banner” and remember, “No matter who you 

are, or where you are on life journey you are welcome here.” 

For information about The First Congregational Church in 

Andover, United Church of Christ, please call us at 742-7696, 

e-mail the church at AndoverChurch55@sbcglobal.net or 

you may e-mail me directly at RevEdCornell@comcast.net. 

Grace and Peace, 

Rev Ed Cornell III 

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Dianne Grenier 

Chester Davis Norton was born in 1817, the third of 

seven children, to a family of modest means in Hebron, 

Connecticut. During his youth a kindly gentleman gave 

money to the Norton family for eyeglasses for young Chester. 

Years later Chester would remember this act of kindness. 

In 1843 at age 26, Chester married a 20-year-old Hebron 

girl, Elizabeth Kingsley. Just over one year later she died 

of scarlet fever. It was 25 years later (1869) that he would 

marry a girl from Bolton, Emily Hutchins. Prior to marrying 

Emily he lived in Andover at the Webster Hotel on today’s 

Center Street where he was in charge of the livery stables 

next door. After marrying Emily, Chester purchased a farm 

at what is today 36 Boston Hill Road. Here Chester and 

Emily lived and farmed for 21 years. During those years 

they prospered, but were not blessed with any children. 

Chester loved children and in his will he established four 

funds with $3,000 each. Today these funds are named: 

1) The Norton Library Fund, 2) The Norton School Fund 

3) The Norton Church Fund and 4) The Norton Children’s 

Fund. One hundred and fourteen years after his death 

the interest income from these funds continue to help the 

children of Andover that Chester D. Norton so loved. 

In appreciation of all the good Chester D. Norton has done for 

the children of Andover, the Norton Children’s Commission 

has decided to honor him on October 15, 2005 with “Chester 

D. Norton Appreciation Day”. This is an opportunity for all 

the residents of Andover to say thank you for all the Andover 

children he has helped each year. Please join your neighbors 

and friends for a short ceremony at Chester D. Norton’s 

gravesite in the Andover Congregational Church cemetery on 

Long Hill Road at 10 a.m. Following the ceremony there will 

be a reception of snacks and beverages at the Library across 

the street. Between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. there will be Open 

Houses at two of the historic homes where Chester D. Norton 

lived in Andover ~ 36 Boston Hill Road and 55 Hebron Road. 

The Andover Historic Museum, located in the Old Town Hall 

on Memorial Lane, will also be welcoming visitors. As a 

special treat Chester D. Norton’s neighbor, Ransford Button, 

protrayed by (Mike Donnelly) will be attending the festivities 

and speaking about his neighbor and the Andover of the1850s. 

Don‛t judge people by their relatives. 

DO YOU KNOW 

(Continued from page 3) 

Recently he attended a Red Sox vs. 

Baltimore Orioles game at Camden 

Yards. Benjamin has started his junior 

year with enthusiasm and anticipation 

of the many special events it will bring, 

especially receiving his class ring. 

What would he like to do in the future 

teach math or work with children. 

With the kind of support and love that 

Benjamin receives from his family, 

it’s no wonder he has become the 

wonderful young man he is! 



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The Lake Road Bridge 

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traffic. Our Town Crew, along 

with some contracted help, 

worked very hard to meet the 

deadline of the start of school 

so that the school bus routes 

would not have to be changed. 

Many area residents gathered to 

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shotgun/rifle private land, opens on November 16, and 

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TOY DRIVE 

T h e r e w i l l b e a b o x 

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toys in the Town Office 

Building lobby for the toy 

drive beginning on November 1 . Please 

drop off toys by December 7. Thank you. 

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SOCIAL SERVICES 

DIRECTOR 

Heidi M. McDonnelly 

742-7305 

FALL AND WINTER NEEDS 

FOR SOCIAL SERVICES 

This has been a period of desperate 

needs for people in the South. We 

are fortunate here in Andover, but as 

we approach this heating and holiday 

season the needs of our neighbors in 

crisis become more pronounced. This 

year more than ever fuel for heating, 

food for families, and holiday cheer are 

areas of concern. As a small community 

we look to our friends and neighbors to 

help maintain a quality of life for those going through difficult times. 

There are many ways to help. The Deacon’s Fuel Fund helps the 

entire community. Referrals go through Social Services and the Fund 

is administered through the Congregational Church. Collections for 

the Food Bank are always welcome and may be left at the Church. We 

are currently working with the Food Bank run by Hebron Interfaith 

Ministries and it is available to all in town in need. Residents may 

call 228-1681 for hours. Donations to the Fuel Fund or the Food Bank 

may be sent directly to the Church Office (Route 6) or the Town 

Hall Social Services Office, 17 School Road, to be passed on to the 

SOCIAL SERVICES (Continued on page 12) 

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Individuals, families, groups, and businesses are always 

encouraged to help at the holidays. Donations of turkeys, 

hams, “fixings,” and baked goods are items we need to make 

the holidays brighter. If you or your organization would like 

to help in any way or even “adopt” a family, child, or a senior 

for whom to provide gifts, we welcome your assistance. 

Gift cards or cash donations are always welcome and may 

be sent to Social Services at the Town Hall. We hope to 

have the Thanksgiving and December holidays organized 

well in advance. Please call early to let us know how you 

would like to help. We are very grateful to all those who 

have helped over the last few years and have extended their 

generosity to those less fortunate. We look to the community 

again this year to continue this spirit of giving. Thank you. 

Messages can be left for Social Services at the Town Office 

Building at 742-7305 or you may call the Social Services 

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FOR THE ELDERLY 

742-8088 

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awarded a grant for the second 

year since I have been Municipal 

Agent. We are fortunate to receive this grant from the 

NCAAA for Senior chores thru September 30, 2006. This 

will help pay for leaf raking and snow removal. Perhaps 

the winter will be kinder to us this year and we will not 

run out of money for spring chores. If any Senior over 

60 is interested in this service please contact me. Some 

Seniors are under the assumption they must belong to the 

Young at Heart Club (YAHC) but I assist ALL Seniors. 

An afternoon of lively entertainment by the Pratt & 

Whitney Aircraft Chorus followed by a pasta dinner and 

a raffle occurred on September 24. All the profits went to 

the Senior Chore Fund. Thanks to the following people 

who helped make this event successful and so much 

fun: Louise Parkington for the use of her coffeepots 

and her donation of raffle items; Alana and Alicia Lee 


for managing the kitchen duties; 

Julie Victoria and the Andover 

Girl Scouts for serving dinner and 

collecting tickets at the door; the 

many residents who donated money; 

Jay Linddy for his background work, 

and allowing us to hand out flyers 

at the Transfer Station; Leigh Ann 

Hutchinson for opening remarks 

and introducing Representative 

Pam Sawyer; Ken Lee and Michael 

Palazzi for organizing the setup of the 

AES and transporting items for us; 

Tom Moynihan for moving tables, 

giving us access to the school; all the 

businesses who donated raffle and 

paper items; Representative Pam 

Sawyer for her support to the Seniors 

and for donating the main prize (two 

passes to visit the Capitol and lunch 

with Pam); Senator Edith Prague 

for her generous donation; and our 

hardworking committee members Alana and Alicia Lee; 

Carol Lee; and Dianne Grenier. Thank-you to my daughter 

Tanya Palazzi who pitched in and did so much to help. 

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This has been a busy time for me with Medicare D beginning 

soon. Enrollment begins November 15. It is a pleasure serving 

as a C.H.O.I.C.E.S. counselor representing the Andover 

Seniors. CONNPace has announced their participation in the 

Medicare D program. Charlene Barnett, our First Selectman, 

has supplied me with a computer to assist the Seniors at the 

Town Office to enroll in this program. Senator Edith Prague 

and Eric Rodko from the NCAAA has spoken to the Andover 

Seniors on Medicare D. Call my office for an appointment 

to enroll which will take approximately 20-30 minutes. 

Follow the Municipal Agent news in the local newspapers, 

the Silver Lining, or visit the andoverct.org Web site. 

”Cash, check or charge” I asked, after folding 

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As she fumbled for her wallet I noticed a remote 

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shopping with me, and I figured this was 

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Web site Committee Chairman 

The Andover Town Web site was officially launched in May 

of 2004. Town information is provided to anyone with Internet 

access at www.AndoverCT.org. 

A favorite part of the Web site is the “calendar” 

section. Accessed from the homepage, it provides 

residents with date, time, and place of Andover happenings. Everything from the AHM Telethon, to the 

church dinners, boards and commission meetings, library story hours, voting, and Fire Department steak 

dinners are listed. When in doubt of a starting time or location of an event, check out the Web site calendar. 

The Web site Committee specifically designed the calendar section so residents and local groups can input their own event 

information quick and easily by themselves. No special computer skills or knowledge is required. The service is free of charge 

and easy to do. The calendar is located on the right side of the Web site’s homepage. At the end of the Calendar section is a 

button to use for submitting an event. Simply click on the button, enter the information regarding your event: date, time, place, 

and event details. The Webmaster will post your event on the Calendar within 24 hours for all to see. With daily visits to the Web 

site quickly approaching an average of 250 per day, the Calendar is a great place to let Andover residents know about your event. 

The Web site is a continual work in progress and continues to grow and improve each month. Andover residents are fortunate to have 

a Web site committee with the skills, knowledge, and dedication to provide residents with a Web site of which residents can be proud. 

To Whom It May Concern: 

I would like to express my appreciation 

for your professionalism and meticulous 

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A sight to behold 

Geese gather at the lake 

It’s late fall, even December 

It seems like every inch of water is covered 

They pattern themselves 

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Such noise 

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What are they saying 

Are they mapping the route 

Do they pick their leader 

More and more birds fly down 

and squeeze into place 

drifting toward the south corner of the lake 

After much squawking 

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The leader is in command 

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Now the sky is filled 

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school builds confidence and teaches social skills and basic 

manners. Owners learn how to properly manage and train 

their puppy to prevent problems. Most importantly, puppy 

school teaches you how to build a positive relationship with 

your puppy, and a good relationship is the basis for any 

partnership, be it canine or human. 

In choosing a school, look for one which uses positive 

reinforcement. Clicker training is an excellent way to teach 

a puppy simple commands. When puppies are trained using 

positive methods, learning is fun for both puppy and owner. 

You can find a school by asking your veterinarian for a 

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Puppy classes begin with a ten-minute 

socialization period where puppies learn 

how to play and interact with other 

puppies. Common behavioral issues 

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ANDOVER SENIORS 

YOUNG AT HEART CLUB 

Cathy Palazzi, Secretary 

The Seniors’ first meeting of the 

season was held on September 

7 with lots of new ideas for 

the coming year. President 

K a y e C a r d i n a n n o u n c e d 

her committee members for the following positions: 

Cheer, Pauline Collette; Day Luncheon, Barbara Foran 

and George Collette; Program Committee, Donna Jones and 

Perry Lindley; Publicity, Mary Duval and Irene Brown; 

Refreshment Committee, Bob Pittsinger and Mary Duval; 

Trip Committee, Bob and Ginny Wanagel and Arlene Saglio. 

Blood pressures will be taken at the first meeting of each 

month followed by a business meeting and bingo. The 

second meeting of the month will be short, followed by 

entertainment organized by Donna Jones and Perry Lindley. 

The Annual Christmas Party will be held at the 

Manchester Country Club on Thursday, December 1 with 

entertainment by the Thread City Ramblers of Willimantic. 

Call 742-7739 for more information and to sign up. 

Bob and Ginny Wanagel are organizing a December trip to 

Williamstown, Massachusetts. Watch for more information. 

On July 8, Bob and Ginny Wanagel organized a trip 

with Post Roads to the Westchester Theater in Elmsford, 

New York to see the show Anything Goes. The 26 people 

who attended the trip enjoyed themselves very much. 

On July 21, thirty-one Andover Seniors joined the Bolton 

Seniors for the second annual barbecue. The food was 

very good and we played bingo and cards. This will be 

an ongoing summer event as we are very grateful for 

their kindness in inviting us to their 

lovely Senior Center in the summer 

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The Seniors want to send a special 

thank-you to the Lee family Carol, 

Ken, and their daughters, Alana and 

Alicia, for cleaning the Old Firehouse. 

They polished the floors to a high 

shine and shampooed the carpet. The 

Lee family gives their time and talent 

graciously and never ask anything in 

return. Ken was instrumental in getting 

tickets and parking passes for the 

Hebron Fair for the Seniors and driving 

to Norwich to cart our new bookcase 

home, and he and Carol assembled it. 

We lost a lovely senior on September 4. 

Cliff Wederstrum passed away after a 

short illness. He will be deeply missed 


y all those who knew him, his sense of humor, love of the 

outdoors, and kindness to others. Cliff was in the process 

of working on a beautiful puzzle that he enjoyed so much. 

ELAINE HOLMAN ACHIEVES 

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR AWARD 

James Celio, Owner/ 

Broker of CENTURY 

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Associates is happy to 

announce that Elaine 

Holman has recently 

been presented with the 

prestigious Multi-Million 

Dollar Achievement 

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CENTURY 21 Annual 

Awards Gala held at the 

Aqua Turf in Plantsville. 

“Elaine works in both the 

Hebron and the Storrs/Mansfield offices and has developed 

quite a client and referral base” said Larry Palmer, General 

Manager of the company. “She has been with us since 2003 

and we have valued her methodical and organizational skills 

and know that she will continue to succeed in this industry.” 

Elaine and her family reside in Columbia. Before 

she became a full-time REALTOR® she worked as 

a medical assistant for 18 years in occupational and 

urgent care medicine. Elaine loves working with 

people and has a very gentle, easy way with them. 

You can reach Elaine Holman at her office in Hebron at 

860-228-9425 or Storrs at 860-429-2116 x 712 or her 

24-hour VM at 860-722-3220. She can also be reached 

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December 5, , and December 14 

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Fund-raisers are a great way 

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2-week free trials on new products 

Plenty of samples (if available) 

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ANDOVER AND AHM 

YOUTH SERVICES 

Joel Rosenberg 

228-9488 

JAZZ FOR JUNIORS 

The sounds of modern and contemporary will soon be 

returning to the AHM Youth Services Performing Arts 

Hall. AHM is pleased to announce that Mr. Dominic 

Marino will return for a second season as the conductor 

of the very popular Jazz for Juniors teen program. 

Last year’s inaugural music season at AHM was a great success. 

Winter, spring, and summer concerts aired in the Performing 

Arts Hall to the enjoyment of local children, parents, and 

guests from the three senior centers. By the year end the 

level of talent among the young musicians had far surpassed 

the expectations of everyone involved in the program. 

The second season will feature many of the same musicians 

from last year. A number of openings in the ensemble remain 

for the upcoming session. Jazz for Juniors is open to any 

Andover, Hebron, or Marlborough teen of middle or high 

school age who has some level of proficiency on their chosen 

musical instrument. The music ensemble meets on the first 

and third Wednesday of each month from 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 

at the AHM Community Center located at 25 Pendleton 

Drive in Hebron. The first session was October 5th. 

The ensemble’s conductor, Mr. Dominic Marino, was 

one of the founders of a similar Jazz for Juniors program 

in the Danbury area more than 

a decade ago. Jazz for Juniors 

is a program designed to have 

students participate in a music 

ensemble, playing a variety of 

musical genres, who otherwise may 

not have the opportunity to perform 

outside of school. Participants 

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AHM Youth Services also offers a multitude of other programs. 

A detailed description of all programs can be found on the 

AHM Web site www.AHMYouth.org or by tuning into 

Public Access Channel Five’s Youth Today television series. 

To inquire about Jazz for Juniors or to register for this 

program, please call Denise Dombroski at 228-9488. 

ANTIQUES, ARTS, GOODS, & SERVICES AUCTION 

A committee of volunteers from Andover, Hebron, Marlborough 

Youth Services are busy at work planning their Second 

Annual Charity Auction. All proceeds of the event will help 

defray the costs of AHM’s fourteen community programs. 

AHM is a grassroots community non-profit which provides 

the townspeople of Andover, Hebron and Marlborough with 

a wide range of child, youth, and family services. Those 

AHM (Continued on page 22) 

The Jazz for Juniors program is 

funded this year through the generous 

support of the Forever Young 

Foundation. There is an annual 

fee of $25 per child to help cover 

the cost of music charts. Financial 

assistance is available for anyone 

having difficulty paying this fee. 


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AHM (Continued from page 21) 

services currently include: family counseling, school social 

work services, juvenile review board, child, teen, and adult 

support groups, drug prevention programs in the schools, 

parent education classes, play and learn groups, family health 

information, a mentoring program, summer youth theater, youth 

employment services, Project Graduation, Jazz for Juniors, 

teen center, peer helpers, and special community events. 

The Second Annual Antiques, Arts, Goods and Services 

Auction will take place on Saturday evening October 22, 

starting at 7 p.m. Preview of items will be on Thursday and 

Friday, October 20 and 21. 

Last year’s auction was a great success for the Youth Service 

bureau. The range of items this year promises to make this 

once again one of the most exciting auctions in the area. 

Last year’s auction featured the works of many local artists, 

great dining and entertainment packages, home and garden 

products, and highly-sought-after antiques of local interest. 

Auction Committee Members this year include: Linda 

Gardiner from Andover, Sue Hollister from Manchester, Paul 

and Carla Pomprowicz, Gail Hughes, Carol Machowski, 

Dale and David Bland, and Jeanne Colgan from Hebron, 

Lin Gotta and Peter Shevenchenko from Marlborough. 

Mr. Bruce Ingraham from Coventry will be coming 

back as the Celebrity Auctioneer again this year. Anyone 

interested in donating artwork, an antique, collectible, 

goods or services to the auction, please call 228-9488. 

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JAPAN’S HURRICANE NABI 

Mary Duval 

At the time Hurricane Katrina’s 

horrors were unfolding on the 

Gulf, Typhoon Nabi (meaning 

butterfly in Korean) was bearing 

down on the southern islands 

of Japan. It was a monster 

offshore, but hit the islands at 

our equivalent of a Category 1 

hurricane, with winds up to 89 

mph, heavy rain, and widespread 

power outages. Fifteen people 

were injured, three missing. 

My son, Lance Corporal Michael 

Duval, is a Weather Marine aboard 

Marine Air Station Iwakuni, 

Japan, in the southern islands. 

Mike and his buddies watched 

the Armed Forces Network news Mike Duval (center) with fellow Marines 

coverage of Hurricane Katrina at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, Mississippi 

plus tracking their own typhoon. 

in January 2005. 

Typhoon Nabi hit the Iwakuni area on Tuesday, September 

6, 2005, over a 12-hour period. AFN Radio called Mike four 

times to interview him on the air. 

When it became necessary, Mike 

made the call that put MCAS 

Iwakuni in Typhoon Condition 

One Emergency shutdown mode. 

The Marines, sailors, and their 

families hunkered down in shelters. 

Anyone forced to go outside wore 

flak jackets and Kevlar helmets. 

The base sustained some minor 

damage, but everyone made it 

through Typhoon Nabi unscathed. 

The Marines of Iwakuni are shocked 

and saddened at the devastation 

caused by Hurricane Katrina. The 

Weather School at Keesler AFB, in 

Biloxi, Mississippi, is closed for an 

indefinite period of time. Classes 

may be moved to the Navy base at 

Pensacola, Florida. Weather can be 

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The Willow Tree Swing 

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Sitting on the flying swing, 

Eating the luscious fresh fruit as it dribbles 

Down our chins. 

While being up on tippietoes, trying to reach 

The fantastic thing. 

Lightly blanketed in fuzz, 

That’s juice gives my tongue an amazing 

Sensation of joy and fantasy, 

As we fly over the wind, 

Wishing it could last an 

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Which have a tang of sour mixed 

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Another season is upon us at the 

Andover Public Library. Summer’s 

over, and it’s time for the kids 

to start working on research for 

various school projects. Do 

you think the Internet is the 

only place for them to find their 

information How about making 

it a point to stop by the Andover 

Public Library this fall to see if 

we can help them with their research needs We may be 

small, but we have a world of information under our roof. 

Summer was an eventful time at the Library. Several kids 

participated in our reading passport program, in which they were required to read books from 10 different 

categories, such as How-to, Biography, and Science Fiction. Those participants who finished got to 

pull a prize from the treasure chest. The most enjoyable thing for most of the participants: getting 

their picture taken for their passport! Children’s Programming Director Cathy Campen organized all 

of this for the kids, as well as several programs featuring such diverse things as inventing and magic. 

The Andover Friends of the Library group has been very active this summer and their fund-raising efforts allowed 

the Library to purchase 18 unabridged books on CD, as well as the entire Star Wars DVD collection (except for 

Episode III, which has not yet made it to video). They will be continuing their fund-raising efforts this fall, as 

the Library hopes to purchase more books on CD and DVDs, as well as a couple of new sets of books for kids on 

crafts and the cultures of different countries. If you’d like to join the Friends at any of their fund-raising events, 

or just would like more information on the group, look for information on the Library’s Web site. To get there, go 

to the town’s web site -- www.AndoverCT.org – and click on the “Library” link on the left side of the screen. 

Speaking of crafts, the Library will again be looking for crafters of Christmas ornaments. 

The donation of your homemade Christmas ornaments serves two purposes: it helps 

decorate the Library; and we can sell these ornaments to raise money to purchase new 

materials. Start thinking about what you can make for the Library to sell, 

and we’ll start collecting things in early November. Watch the RiverEast for more specific information. 

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAM DIRECTOR 

Cathy Campton 

The Andover Public Library presents another Book Voyagers 

Program to run through February 2006, THE WORLD OF 

HARRY POTTER. 

Do you enjoy the trials and tribulations that Harry Potter 

and his friends experience If so, this discussion group is 

just for you! 

You’re invited to read the Harry Potter novels and join 

us once a month to discuss the books with a group of 

enthusiasts also reading the books. We have a dozen copies 

to lend to those of you who would like to read (or reread) 

the novels in preparation for the meetings. It’s also an 

opportunity for those out there who didn’t read them when 

they were first released (Book 1 released in 1998) to catch 

up with the rest of the Harry Potter enthusiasts. Our talented 

discussion leader will aid you on your journey through 

the world J.K. Rowling created. Our discussion leader 

will be Jim Harriman, teacher, writer, and storyteller. 

On the third Tuesday each month, we’ll meet to 

discuss one of the books in the series in the downstairs 

room of the Library from 7 to 8 p.m. Preregistration 

is suggested, but drop-ins will also be welcomed. 

Call the Library to sign up on our discussion list. 

The complete list of dates are as 

follows, so mark your calendars 

and plan on joining us for as 

many sessions as possible: 

October 18 

7- 8 p.m., Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 

November 15 

7-8 p.m., Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 

December 20 

7-8 p.m., Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire 

January 17 

7-8 p.m., Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix 

February 21 

7-8 p.m., Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince 

This Book Voyagers program is co-sponsored by the 

Connecticut Humanities Council and the Andover Friends 

of the Library. 

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ANDOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY RECEIVES SEPTEMBER 11 TH FLAG 

Representative Sawyer Makes Presentation to Board of Directors 

On Monday, September 12, 

Representative Pamela 

Z. Sawyer (R-Bolton) 

presented the Andover 

Library’s Board of Directors 

with two American flags 

with special significance. 

A large American flag, 

obtained from the office 

of U.S. Congressman 

Rob Simmons, which 

was originally flown over 

the U.S. Capitol building 

on September 11, 2002, 

on the first anniversary 

of the terrorist attacks of 

9-11, was presented for 

display inside the Library. 

A smaller American flag 

Presenting the two flags to the Library Board 

of Directors at far right is Rep. Pam Sawyer. 

From left to right are Library Board members 

Jean Gasper, Sandi Kent, Linda Fish, Selectman 

Susan England, and Librarian Amy Orlomoski. 

from the State Capitol will fly 

outside the Library on the new 

flagpole, which was installed 

following work on Route 6. 

“I am pleased to present both 

of these flags to the Andover 

Library, recognizing the great 

work they do here,” said 

Representative Sawyer. “We 

wanted to wait to present these 

flags until the work on Route 

6 was completed, and the 

flagpole restored. Now that 

the work has been completed, 

a new Stars and Stripes will 

fly outside the Library, and a 

special Stars and Stripes with 

historical significance can 

be seen by visitors inside.” 



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FRIENDS OF 

THE LIBRARY 


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Come See What We’re All About 

September was “Library 

Card Sign Up Month”. 

The Friends of the 

Library would like to encourage 

all Andover residents to stop by 

the Andover Library on Route 6 

and sign up for a library card if 

you haven’t already gotten yours. 

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A library card is free of charge and 

can be used at any library in the state. 

The Andover Library offers more than 

just books. Also available are current 

movies on video and DVD as well 

as newspapers, magazines and audio 

books. There’s a community computer 

for use and museum passes that offer free or discounted 

admission to local attractions such as: the Wadsworth 

Atheneum, the Mashantucket Pequot Museum, Mystic 

Aquarium, the Science Center of Connecticut, and more. 

The Connecticut Digital Library, or iCONN, is available to 

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Using iCONN you can search thousands of popular and 

scholarly articles, from 1980 to the present, including Spanishlanguage 

articles, newspapers, business information on over 

450,000 companies, health and wellness information, and 

much more. The Andover Library collection can be checked 

using iCONN and books that are not owned by the Library 

may be ordered through the state interlibrary loan system. 

The Connecticut State Library provides funding 

for iCONN. More information about iCONN can 

be obtained by contacting the Andover Library at 

742-7428. 

Additions to the Andover Library collection 

are made monthly. A list of the monthly 

additions as well as all available museum 

passes are available on the Library page of the 

Andover town Web site: www.AndoverCT.org. 

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The Friends of the Andover Library are continually 

working on new and creative ways to raise funds 

that can be used to increase Library services for 

Andover residents. More information about the 

Friends group and a membership application 

form for the Friends group can be found on 

the Friends section of the Library page of the 

Andover Town Web site (www.AndoverCT.org). 

If you haven’t gotten your Library card from the 

Andover Library you don’t know what you’re missing. 

Stop by soon and see what we have waiting for you. 


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2006 HARTFORD AREA 

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS 


The Friends of the Library 

are selling the popular 2006 

Entertainment Book to help raise 

funds for the betterment of the Andover Public Library. 

The Entertainment Book or the “Big Coupon Book,” 

has been known for years as a great way to save 

money on dining out, travel, attractions, and so much 

more. The book offers hundreds of 50 percent coupon 

discounts on a wide variety of entertainment including 

restaurants, fast food, movie tickets, golfing, sporting 

events, zoos, theatres, and lots of other great family fun. 

This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves to save 

money. Remember, Christmas is just around the 

corner. Coupons are valid until November 2006. 

Entertainment Books for outside the Hartford area 

are also available by calling Carol Lee at 742-0188. 

Books are $30 each and can be purchased at the 

Andover Library on Rt. 6, at the Town Clerk’s 

Office in the Town Office Building at 17 School 

Road or by calling the president of the Friends 

of the Library, Dianne Grenier, at 742-3033. 

FRIENDS HOLIDAY 

GIFT WRAPPING 


The Friends of the Library will be “gift wrapping 

for tips” at Border’s Book Store, 59 Pavilion 

Road at the Buckland Mall area, from open to 

close on December 22. This is the first time the 

Friends will be participating in this type of fund-raising and are anticipating 

it will be a success. All proceeds are used for the betterment of the Library. 

This year the Friends group purchased a rolling bookrack, CDs and 

videos, a printer, awarded a Scholarship for an Andover high school 

senior, and have reserved funds to purchase a new community computer. 

Please stop by and say hello. We’d love to wrap your Border’s purchase. 

HOME PARTY DEMONSTRATORS 

OPEN HOUSE 

Friday, October 21 at 7 p.m. 

Old Firehouse - Center Street 

The Friends of the Library will be hosting a night of 

shopping with local home-party demonstrators. DO 

ALL OF YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING UNDER ONE 

ROOF! There will be representatives from Tupperware, 

Princess House Crystal, Pampered Chef, Country Bunny, 

Bath & Body, Mary Kay, Home & Garden Party, Party 

Lite Candles, Creative Memories Scrapbooks, Avon, Son 

Shine Stampers Assorted Greeting Cards, Andover Small 

Buildings, and Southern Style Gourmet. There will be 

cash-and-carry items, items to order, or you can book an 

in-home show. So get your holiday gift list ready and 

stop in. All proceeds will benefit the Andover Library. 

Refreshments will be available. If you have any questions, 

please call Carol Lee 646-4467. Thank you for your support. 

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CHARLES KUKUCKA 

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Another native of Andover has surfaced 

and there are still more to come. 

Charles Kukucka was born in Andover 

on Hebron Road on April 24, 1923. 

A neighbor served as the midwife at 

the delivery. He was the fifth child of 

Stephan and Susan (Meihalik) Kukucka 

who were both born in the town of 

Kalnicor, Austria. Mr. Kukucka came 

to the United States first, and in time 

his fiance joined him. They were 

married in Bridgeport and eventually 

settled in Andover on Hebron Road 

next to the Hebron town line. There 

they raised six children: Anna, Steve, 

John, Andrew, Charles, and Susan. Mr. 

Kukucka worked for the State Highway 

Department. Sometimes one of the 

sons, Andrew, would hitch the horse to 

a wagon and drive his father to work 

at the garage on Merritt Valley Road. 


Charles as a child 

Andover in the 1920 and ‘30s supported 

many small family farms. The Kukuclas 

owned about 35 acres and lived off the 

land, raising livestock and growing 

vegetables. Young Charles grew up 

in this simple way of life, helping his 

mother along with his brothers and 

sisters with chores. During the summer, 

relatives from New York spent time on 

the farm enjoying the rural atmosphere. 

Charles and his siblings walked a 

mile to their bus stop where Joe 

Provensen picked them up and drive 

them to the three-room school on 

Center Street. Children in grades 1- 

8 attended the school. The students 

were divided into grades 1-2, 3-5, 

and 6-8. The school was heated by a 

wood stove and Charles helped to keep 

the fire going during school hours. 


Charles went on to attend the 

Manchester Trade School 

and became a carpenter by 

trade. In 1942 he enlisted in 

the Army. He was assigned 

to the US Army Base in New 

Foundland and discharged 

as a Corporal in 1945. 

In 1949 Charles married 

L u c i l l e R o g e r s f r o m 

Norwich. They lived near 

the old homestead and raised 

four children: Charles Henry; 

Marie; Diane; and Carol. 

(Charles Henry and Carol still 

reside in Andover.) Lucille and Charles have five grandchildren. 

Over the years Charles served on the Board of Fire 

Commissioners, was Zoning Agent, and is a life member of 

the Andover Fire Department. He is only one of two bowlers 

of the Fire Department’s bowling team who is still living. 

Many memories were revived when visiting with him. 

Charles remembers when gas was $.15 per gallon. There 

were, in the past, four gas stations in town: Heron’s on Hendee 

Charles and Lucille celebrated 

their 50th anniversary in 1999 

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The Old Town Hall (now the 

Historical Museum) was the 

main community center in 

town. All town and Grance 

meetings, plays, minstrels 

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and round dancing, school 

graduations, and many other 

functions took place there. 

In 1985, Charles retired and 

spends his days roaming the 

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Buffy, his dog. He cares for his cows and hayed the land. 

Feeding the birds at their feeding stations gives him much 

pleasure. He suffered a stroke in the spring of this year. 

During his recovery the birds were great therapy for him. 

Life was much simpler in those days: a good life enjoyed by 

Charles and his family. As a long-time associate and friend of 

Charles, I thank him and Lucille for sharing their memories. 

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• Buy low, sell high. This would be 

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investment strategy. Instead, buy quality stocks and hold them 

for the long term — at least until your needs change or the 

companies themselves have moved in a different direction. 

• Own a percentage of stocks equal to 100 minus your age. 

The rule behind this guideline is fairly straightforward: 

The younger you are, the higher the percentage of stocks 

you should own. While the basic idea behind this rule may 

make some sense, the formula could result in a portfolio 

that is much too conservative for 

you. Instead, try to build and adjust 

a diversified portfolio based on your 

goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. 

• Count on all stocks to bounce back. 

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ANDOVER ELEMENTARY 

SCHOOL 

Dr. David H. Griffin 

Principal/Director 

This summer the custodians rolled up their sleeves and 

transformed the building into a spit-shined school for the return 

of students on August 31. It was an oppressive summer with high 

temperatures and humidity, but much was accomplished. The 

gym floor was relined and the mascot was given a fresh coat of 

paint. The entire floor was burnished, given a coat of sealer, and 

looks like new. The soffit and fascia board around the building 

got a face-lift as it was covered with aluminum siding. A new 

garage door with a better insulation value was installed. 

Changes in personnel include Mr. Palinkas, 5 th grade teacher, 

who resigned to take a job closer to his home. Mrs. Danielczuk, 

a part-time special education teacher, also resigned so she could 

return to school. Miss Krysta Robbins, the new 5 th grade 

teacher, is a graduate of Central Connecticut State College where 

she received a B.S., magna cum laude, in elementary education. 

Mrs. Katherine Croft, half-time special education teacher, 

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Mr. Jay Ames, the art teacher, who is on medical leave. 

Mrs. Wendy Baver assumed her role as the new Board 

of Education member on July 1. She has two children in 

Andover Elementary and is herself a kindergarten teacher 

in the Coventry School District. 

Open House was held on September 20 and September 22 

to accommodate the growing school population. Parents 

met with teachers and learn about the expectations for their 

children at the new grade level. Sixth-grade parents met 

with all three members of the 6 th grade team as students 

change teachers for academic subjects in this grade. A 

discussion was held on fund-raisers as the 6 th graders have a 

number of functions at the end of the year that would be cost 

prohibitive if each family had to pay the entire amount. 

The school community came together once again to help 

the survivors of the destruction wrought by Hurricane 

Katrina. Students, staff, parents, and community members 

were asked to donate money to the Salvation Army to be 

used specifically for the Hurricane Katrina survivors. It 

was unbelievable that in just one week the total amount 

collected was $2,412.61. A great big “thank-you” to all 

who helped make this collection such a success! 

A series of cultural assemblies have been planned for 

the school year by the PTA. “Activated Story Tellers” 

performed a series of Hans Christian Anderson stories 

using a multitude of props. They also used American Sign 

Language throughout the performance explaining to the 

students that many times they will perform in schools where 

there are hearing-impaired individuals. Twelve students 

had a mini-acting workshop before the performance and 

were used in part of the performance. 

It is hoped that in the near future, when all the preliminary 

work is completed, that the new four-room addition to 

Andover Elementary will be ready to go out to bid and 

start to take on a physical presence. Andover Elementary 

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Festival of the season so come on down and be counted! 

It’s a time to “leave your worries on the doorstep,” as the song 

goes. Come on down to hear great music like Kevin Crandall. 

They play everything from 70s music to Blues and Jump dance. 

Listen to some Latin Jazz by Benetu’ or watch the parade of 

street performers. You’ll enjoy mimes to stiltwalkers and 

puppets as you wander along the closed-off Main Street. There 

is plenty of free parking available and best of all, it’s FREE! 

There will be the wonderful choices of food: pizza, hotdogs, 

hamburgers, Indian food, pulled-pork sandwiches, fresh 

strawberry shortcake, ice cream, and Eastern food. Don’t 

forget the Hosmer soda or locally-made beer. 

There will be a great array of locally-crafted goods available: 

everything from jewelry, to photos, clothing, and trinkets. 

Be sure to buy a button to help make it possible to start the 

Street Fests again in the spring. 

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He moved to another part of the 

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Despite the fact that hypnosis was sanctioned by the American 

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on what hypnosis is, and how it can be used to improve life. 

Hypnosis automatically occurs anytime a person becomes 

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self-hypnosis. It is simple to learn and can greatly enhance 

behavior modification, improve health, and reduce stress. 

In fact, hypnotherapy is very empowering because all hypnosis 

is self-hypnosis. Contrary to popular belief, the client is not out 

of control during sessions and can freely choose to disregard any 

suggestions the hypnotherapist makes. Hypnosis helps a person 

become more inclined to do things he wants to do, but virtually 

never makes a person behave against his own belief systems. 

Hypnosis is a naturally occurring state of awareness in which 

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If your property is currently 

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please disregard this notice. 

10 Most Costly 

US Hurricanes 

(pre-2005) 

Hurricane Andrew ~ $36 billion 

Hurricane Charley ~ $14 billion 

Hurricane Hugo ~ $14 billion 

Hurricane Ivan ~ $14 billion 

Hurricane Agnes ~ $10-12 billion 

Hurricane Camille ~ $7.5 billion 

Hurricane Frederic ~ $4-8 billion 

Hurricane Jeanne ~ $6.9 billion 

Hurricane Floyd ~ $6.5 billion 

Hurricane Georges ~ $6.5 billion 



THE ANDOVER HOMETOWN NEWS 

Published by Jacob’s Hill Associates, Inc. 

P.O. Box 209, Columbia, CT 06237-0209 

Signature, date, address, and phone number are required on 

all submitted materials. All are subject to editing, and we 

reserve the right to reject submissions. 

Opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those 

of the Publisher. The Publisher reserves the right to revise 

or reject any and all advertising. Only publication of the 

advertisement shall constitute acceptance. The Publisher shall 

not be responsible for the omission, in whole or part, or for any 

typographical errors. 

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Editor: Astrid Belanger 228-0244 

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To wear your heart on your sleeve 

isn’t a very good plan; 

you should wear it inside 

where it functions best. 

INDEX TO ADVERTISERS 

BUSINESS 

PAGE 

Accountants............13 

Air-Conditioning.......13 

Attorneys..............22,33 

Automotive............. 4,8,17,25 

Avon...................19 

Building Supplies......29 

Christmas Trees........32 

Computers..............12 

Concrete............... 8 

Construction...........17,35 

Day Care...............28 

Doctors................ 6,38 

Engineering............19 

Financial..............29 

Flooring...............24 

Florist................ 3 

Garden/Landscape....... 2,18,20,24,37 

Gifts..................31 

Grocery Stores.........11,14 

Hair Salon.............31 

Heating Oil............13 

Home Improvement.......36 

Hypnosis...............21 

Kitchen & Bath.........29 

Massage Therapy........40 

Medical Supplies.......23 

Natural Foods..........40 

Nursing................27 

Organizing.............38 

Package Stores.........35 

Painting...............39 

Pets...................15,18 

Pharmacies.............23 

Plumbing/Heating....... 5,13,39 

Propane................13,18 

Real Estate............ 7,9,10,15,16,21,26, 

34,38 

Recreation Vehicles....14 

Restaurant.............30 

Self Storage...........18 

Sewing Machines........10 

Sharpening Service.....36 

Snowplowing............17,22 

Third Thursday......... 5 

Tractors & Equipment...27 

Travel Agency..........26 

Tree Specialist........22 

Vacuum Cleaners........10 

Water Services.........39 

No Job Is 

Too Small 

Russ Davidson 

Columbia, Conn. 

DAVIDSON’S 

Plumbing, Heating, 

and 

Water Services, LLC 

Water pumps, softeners, 

conditioners, and filters 

860-742-8352 

Cell 860-428-9658 

PAINTING 

FREE ESTIMATES 

WHEN ONLY THE 

BEST WILL DO 


THE LANDMARK NATURAL FOODS, LLC 

We carry a full assortment of natural and 

organic foods, milk, eggs, cheeses, and organic meats. 

We also offer the following: 

• Vitamins and supplements 

• Natural and organic food items, including snacks, frozen prepared foods, frozen fish, 

dairy, breakfast foods, desserts, breads, pastas, and baby foods 

• Beverages including mineral water, iced tea, sports drinks, fruit juices, and natural soda 

• Health and beauty aids, including natural soaps, hair care products, body and face creams 

• Other products: natural pet care, small gift items, books, and natural cleaning supplies 

We specialize in local brands and carry free-range eggs, local honey, and Mountain Dairy milk. 

Look for us in the same location as The Victorian Rose where you’ll still get the freshest, most beautiful 

flowers, plants, and arrangements in the area! 

The Landmark Natural Foods, LLC: 860-228-0219 

The Victorian Rose Florist: 860-228-2955 

Located at 

The Landmark Building 

Located in the Center of Columbia 

HANDS HEART HEALTH HEALING 

Therapeutic Massage and Energy Balancing 

Massage Benefits 

• Increases Blood Circulation 

• Enhances Immune System 

• Improves Muscle Tone, Flexibility, 

and Joint Mobility 

• Supports Your Fitness/Sports Program 

• Encourages General Relaxation, Reducing 

Tension, Stress, and Anxiety 

Individual Sessions 

• Deep-Tissue Sports Massage 

• Light Therapeutic Touch 

• Integrating Energy Work 

Gift Certificates Available 

at The Landmark Natural Foods, 

or call Lucy 

Massage Parties also available 

For an appointment call: 

LUCY DRABEK 

860.228.0085 

Hands on Healing (Energy Balancing) 

• Clears and Charges the Human Energy Field 

• Balances Our Life (Mental, Physical, 

Emotional, and Spiritual) 

• Deepens Our Conscious Awareness 

$5 off your first massage 

Licensed Massage Therapist 

Barbara Brennan School of Healing 

AMTA Member 

Over Ten Years’ Experience 

Discomfort is a reminder that 

something is out of balance. 

Jacob’s Hill Associates Inc. 

P.O. Box 209 

Columbia, CT 06237 


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