![‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ is performed at The Palace Theater in Waterbury Saturday.]()
SATURDAY, NOV. 6 BRISTOL FOURTH ANNUAL COMEDY NIGHT. Benefit for St. Philip House. 7 p.m. Comedians Howie Mason, Mike Finoia, Dr. Jay Sutay, Darren Sechrist. Ticket includes cocktail hour from 7 to 8 p.m. with complimentary beer, wine, soda. 8 p.m., an All You Can Eat Italian Buffet, featuring a variety of Italian cheese, dry sausage, hummus, salsa, guacamole, veal parmesan, sausage and peppers, ziti, meatballs, chicken cordon bleu, eggplant, garlic bread, stuffed breads, Italian bread, salad, dessert, coffee. $45. Nuchie’s, Central Street, Forestville. Tickets available at St. Philip House, 80 Broad St., Plainville. (860) 793-2221, stphiliphouse.org OTHER ‘IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS.’ Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. Saturday at 2 p.m., and Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. The Palace Theater, 100 East Main St., Waterbury. $69, $62, $53. PalaceTheaterCT.org NOV. 6, 7 OTHER CAMPFIRE IMPROV. 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Cast includes Kevin MacDermott, Claire Zick, Laura Manasewich, Chris Dube, Jamie Guite, Amy Lavorgna, Matt Sacullo. Playhouse on Park, 244 Park Rd., West Hartford. BYOB. $10. (860) 523-5900 ext. 10. PlayhouseonPark.org SATURDAY, NOV. 7 OTHER CEDRIC ‘THE ENTERTAINER, EDDIE GRIFFIN, D.L. HUGHLEY, GEORGE LOPEZ, CHARLIE MURPHY. 8 p.m. Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville. $65, $50. Ticketmaster.com, 1-800-745-3000. SATURDAY, […]
More than 145 Connecticut municipalities were honored Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Wallingford’s Oakdale Theater for their participation in the nationally-recognized Clean Energy Communities program, an Energize Connecticut initiative that incentivizes cities and towns to support energy efficiency and renewable energy. The ceremony was hosted by Energize Connecticut, which is a partnership between the State, Eversource, The United Illuminating Company and Connecticut Green Bank. Bristol was one of 53 silver award recipients. These municipalities completed the requirements of bronze level and established an energy task force, engaged in community awareness of energy programs, earned a Bright Idea Grant and completed one full year of benchmarking municipal energy usage. 10 percent of the households and businesses have participated in energy saving programs and have completed 17 percent of their renewable energy commitment.
Employees of the Southington Police Department will be participating in a “No Shave November” event to benefit cancer research. Police employees who donate $100 to the Saint Francis Foundation care of the Curtis D Robinson Center for health Equity, will be allowed to forgo the department’s no beard grooming policy from Nov. 1 through Nov. 30. These employees will grow there facial hair in support of this great cause. All monies collected will be presented to the Curtis D Robinson Center for health Equity/Saint Francis Foundation in a presentation at the police headquarters community room on Nov. 30. Members of the community, who wish to sponsor a specific employee or simply donate to this cause, can bring a check written to the Saint Francis Foundation to the police department. Donations will also be accepted on the Saint Francis Foundation website under the “donation” tab for the Southington Police Department No Shave November event at www.saintfrancisdonor.com/Events/eventView.asp?EventID=80
The Southington Police Department arrested a West Haven woman on Saturday, Oct. 24 for forging a prescription at a local pharmacy. Tameka Allen, 36, was arrested on a warrant at approximately 4 p.m. after an investigation showed that Allen attempted to fill a prescription for oxycodone at the Walgreen’s Pharmacy at 359 Main St. on June 2, 2015. The pharmacist noticed that the prescription was in the name of another person, so it was not filled by the pharmacist. Two days later, the pharmacy received confirmation that the prescription was fraudulent, and at that time the police investigation was initiated. Allen was arrested and charged with second degree forgery and criminal attempt/obtaining a controlled substance by fraud. She was released on a promise to appear at Bristol Superior Court on Nov. 2.
The Bristol Police Department reported the following arrests last week. •Renee Kight, 27, of 56 Terrace Ave., Naugatuck, was arrested Oct. 22 and charged with first degree violation of conditions release. •Anthony Wildman, 29, of 56 Terrace Ave., Naugatuck, was arrested Oct. 22 and charged with first degree violation of conditions release. •Herbert Harris, 54, of 6 Vance Dr., Bristol, was arrested Oct. 22 and charged with second degree breach of peace and second degree threatening. •Ashley L. Cournoyer, 23, of 62 Lawlor St., New Britain, was arrested Oct. 23 and charged with second degree failure to appear. •Julio Martinez, 39, of 826 Pine St., Apt. 11, Bristol, was arrested Oct. 23 and charged with failure to pay or lead. •Alexis Colon, 35, of 162 Davis Dr., Bristol, was arrested Oct. 23 and charged with first degree assault. •Matthew Kupras, 30, of 9 Michael St., Feeding Hills, Mass., was arrested Oct. 23 and charged with criminal violation of restraining order, second degree harassment and interfering with an officer. •Nicholas Summa, 19, of 6 Tollgate Lane, Simsbury, was arrested Oct. 23 and charged with second degree failure to appear. •Dail L. Martinelli, 56, of 48 Topsfield Rd., Bristol, was arrested Oct. […]
Plainville Senior Bowling results for week of Nov. 2 Top Female Bowler for the Week: Dianne Deshaies-204 Top Male Bowler for the Week: Jim Ray-201, Gil Theriault-212 Turkey Club Dianne Deshaies-2 Al Deshaies-2 Sue Holcomb Carter Casida Bert Collins Jeff Harper Gil Theriault-2l Split Club Marie Cyr-3 Gil Theriault Joan Gooding-2 Barbara Schultz Ron Jabonski Mary Ann Fredrickson Frank Robinson Dave Wardell Len Wishart-2 Bernice St Jean Joe Terzini-2 Jim Ray Mary Jane Dumais Cynthia Thibeault Tom Loiselle Jan Deblois Paul Bisco 200 Club Dianne Deshaies–204 Jim Ray-201 Gil Theriault-212
Plainville Fire Marshal Larry Sutherland recently visited Frank T. Wheeler Elementary school’s first graders to talk about fire safety and when to use 911. Students learned about checking home detectors, crawling low under smoke and to stop, drop and roll if their clothes caught fire. Sutherland also discussed the importance of having a meeting spot to be sure everyone was out safely. Lastly, students walked through the fire truck after learning about what it carried and the role of the equipment on board.
The City of Bristol is scheduled to repair the driveway entrance at the public parking lot located in the city’s west end. The parking lot, which is located at the intersection of West Street (Route 69), School and Divinity Streets, will be closed from Monday, Nov. 9 through Monday, Nov. 16 while repairs are made. The work will consist of replacing the existing driveway aprons and new concrete will be poured. Barriers will be installed during construction and while the concrete is curing, however the roadway will remain open. The work activities are weather dependent, therefore it may be delayed due to rain. Additional notification will be forthcoming if there are revisions to the proposed schedule. For more information, contact Raymond Rogozinski, P.E. in the city Engineering Department at (860)584-6113 with any concerns or questions.
SATURDAY, NOV. 7 BRISTOL ANNUAL PORK ROAST DINNER. 5:30 p.m. Sliced pork roast with gravy, mashed potato, butternut squash, cole slaw, peas, apple sauce, dinner rolls and butter, tomato juice, coffee/ tea, and apple crisp for dessert. $12 for adults, $5 for children. Take out is $12. Asbury United Methodist Church, 90 Church Ave., Forestville. (860) 584-0529. Tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets at the door. OTHER ANNUAL WINE TASTING EVENT AND COMEDY NIGHT. 6:30 p.m. Benefit for West Hartford YMCA and Camp Jewell YMCA. West Hartford-based Maximum Beverage will be vendor of choice. West Hartford Town Hall, 50 South Main St., West Hartford. $50. GHYMCAWine.kintera.org, 1-888-412-CAMP. SAUERKRAUT SUPPER. 4:30, 5, 6 p.m. Pork, sauerkraut, meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots, apple sauce, bread, and coffee and pie. St. Paul Lutheran Church, 134 Main St., Terryville. $15 for adults. Kids 5 to 10, $7. No tickets at the door. (860) 589-5509. SUNDAY, NOV. 8 BRISTOL AMERICAN LEGION MONTHLY BREAKFAST. 8 to 11 a.m. All welcome. American Legion Post 2, 22 Hooker Ct., Bristol. THURSDAY, NOV. 12 BRISTOL PASTA FUND RAISER DINNER AND RAFFLES. Sponsored by the Forestville Memorial Day Tribute Parade Committee. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Proceeds help enhance […]
SATURDAY, NOV. 6 BRISTOL FOURTH ANNUAL COMEDY NIGHT. Benefit for St. Philip House. 7 p.m. Comedians Howie Mason, Mike Finoia, Dr. Jay Sutay, Darren Sechrist. Ticket includes cocktail hour from 7 to 8 p.m. with complimentary beer, wine, soda. 8 p.m., an All You Can Eat Italian Buffet, featuring a variety of Italian cheese, dry sausage, hummus, salsa, guacamole, veal parmesan, sausage and peppers, ziti, meatballs, chicken cordon bleu, eggplant, garlic bread, stuffed breads, Italian bread, salad, dessert, coffee. $45. Nuchie’s, Central Street, Forestville. Tickets available at St. Philip House, 80 Broad St., Plainville. (860) 793-2221, stphiliphouse.org OTHER ‘IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS.’ Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. Saturday at 2 p.m., and Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. The Palace Theater, 100 East Main St., Waterbury. $69, $62, $53. PalaceTheaterCT.org NOV. 6, 7 OTHER CAMPFIRE IMPROV. 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Cast includes Kevin MacDermott, Claire Zick, Laura Manasewich, Chris Dube, Jamie Guite, Amy Lavorgna, Matt Sacullo. Playhouse on Park, 244 Park Rd., West Hartford. BYOB. $10. (860) 523-5900 ext. 10. PlayhouseonPark.org SATURDAY, NOV. 7 OTHER CEDRIC ‘THE ENTERTAINER, EDDIE GRIFFIN, D.L. HUGHLEY, GEORGE LOPEZ, CHARLIE MURPHY. 8 p.m. Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville. $65, $50. Ticketmaster.com, 1-800-745-3000. SATURDAY, […]
NOV. 10-DEC. 8 PLAINVILLE ‘DEMENTIA AND CAREGIVING: FOCUSING ON THE PERSON WHILE UNDERSTANDING THE DISEASE PROGRESSION.’ Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to noon. Plainville Senior Center, 200 East St., Plainville. Attendees are required to attend all sessions. Space limited. Registration required. RSVP. 1-877-424-4641.
FRIDAY, NOV. 6 BRISTOL MUSIC WITH THE MAIAS. 7 p.m., The Family Connection. 8 p.m., Tim Maia. The Boys and Girls Club of Bristol Family Center, 255 West St., Bristol. $20. 21 plus with food and drink for sale. BBGC.org/events. A CAPPELLA GROUPS FROM CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY. Divisi and TGFI. 7:30 p.m. Preceded by 6:15 p.m. dinner. Divisi is an all male group celebrating its 10th anniversary. TGFI is an all female a cappella group from CCSU. Bristol Baptist Church, 43 School St., Bristol. (860) 712-3536. OTHER SPIRIT SHAKER. Old Well Tavern, Tariffville Road, Simsbury. SATURDAY, NOV. 7 BRISTOL MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA BY KEN FERRIS AND FRIENDS TO CELEBRATE THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NEW ENGLAND CAROUSEL MUSEUM. 6 p.m. Held in conjunction with the ACE Awards where Mark Mazzarella and Rick Fitzsimons will be honored. Performers will include Ferris, Richard Guerriere, Patricia Gray, Mary Lynn Gagnon, Caleigh Lozito, Maria Salice, Kim Hazleton, Tony Dipietro, and Jordon Boss. All will be accompanied by Stacy Cahoon, Richard Theriault, and Greg Caputo. Tickets are $50. A reserved table of eight is $400. New England Carousel Museum, 95 Riverside Ave., Bristol. (860) 585-5411, TheCarouselMuseum.org SUNDAY, NOV. 8 OTHER ‘JETHRO TULL, THE ROCK OPERA.’ […]
The Southington Library has announced a number of upcoming programs. All are welcome. To register, contact (860) 628-0947, ext. 6552 or visit www.southingtonlibrary.org and click on ‘Calendar of Events.’ Here are some upcoming events: Wheeler Senior Community Health Outreach Coordinator. Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon, or Wednesdays, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Stop by the Wheeler Clinic community outreach table at the Southington Library and meet Justine Micalizzi, Wheeler Clinic’s senior community health outreach coordinator. She will provide information about mental health, substance use disorders and recovery resources, early childhood and other local programs and services in the community. Micalizzi will also help individuals and families navigate the complex systems by providing information and assistance with linkage to local providers. This collaboration is part of Wheeler’s Southington Health Outreach project, which is funded by a grant from the Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust at the Main Street Community Foundation. Free Breast Cancer Awareness information. Tuesday, Nov. 10, 9 a.m. Linda Ivey from Midstate Medical Center, a member of Hartford Healthcare, will be at the breast cancer information table with information on breast cancer and the importance of early detection. Men are encouraged to stop by also […]
