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A Quilts of Valor ceremony was recently held outdoors at the WVFD Co.#2 pavilion on North Street. Seven local Mary Swanson of Wolcott recently celebrated her 100th
firefighters who served in the military were honored at the ceremony which was attended by family, friends and birthday with a small gathering at her daughter, Victoria
fellow firefighters. Mayor Tom Dunn, State Senator Rob Sampson and State Rep. Gale Mastrofrancesco were also on Buins’ home in Wolcott.The party was on April 28th
hand for the ceremony. All seven honored veterans pose for a picture with their quilts draped over their backs. and was attended by family and friends who were happy
Photography by Picard to share in this special event. Mary was born in
Plantsville,CT on April 28th, 1921 and was the eldest of
7 children. She lived in Torrington most of her life and be-
came a resident of Wolcott after the death of her husband.
Wolcott Land Owners Protective Association recently Andrea Yannnielli-Fischer, granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs.
awarded a $500 scholarship to Wolcott resident Nicole Carmen Yannielli and daugher of Anthony Yannnielli has
Bartlett. Nichole is a senior at Southington High and will been recently promoted to the rank of Chief Master
be attending Uconn in the fall majoring in Agriculture and Sargeant in the Ohio Air National Guard. She has been in
Natural Resources with a minor in Secondary Education. the Air National Guard for 18 years. She lives in Spring
The W.L.O.P.A. scholarship is awarded yearly to high Field, Ohio with her two children, Ella and Colten.
school seniors planning on pursuing a career in
Agriculture, Forestry or Law Enforcement. Frank Noble,
president and June Vitiello, treasurer, present the check
to Nicole. Photography by Picard
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Payment: Include name The State of Connecticut DOT has begun working on the
of student on check, Mad River Bridge on Wolcott Road. Please expect delays
and make payable to in the area. Starting at the end of June thru the summer
Wolcott Road at Hillside will be completely closed to thru
Congratulations, Mark! Wolcott Community News Congratulations, Donna traffic causing detours and delays in the area. Please plan
Keep being yourself. 216 Spindle Hill Road on your graduation! accordingly. Businesses will be open in those areas. Please
We are so proud of you, Wolcott, CT 06716 don’t forget about them.
Best wishes for a bright future,
Mom & Dad love Mom & Dad The Town of Wolcott will be celebrating our 225th
Anniversary in 2021.
A celebration is being planned for Saturday October 16th
and Sunday, October 17th 2021. We are looking for our
local organizations and businesses to participate and
or sponsor events. Please contact my office for more
information, 203-879-8100 ext. 102 or email
to adesaulniers@wolcottct.org for Vendor and Ad Book
information.
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Graduates!!!
Patriots’ Day Success person guests, but was also LIVE streamed via YouTube for As I have stated before, please visit our website for updated
viewers to tune in from home. Senior graduate and Youth information and town events www.wolcottct.org and if you
Wolcott celebrated Patriots’ Day on Monday, April Ambassador, Hannah Wright, was also honored as she have any questions, problems, or concerns, please do not
19th, at the American Legion Hall, Post 165. heads off to the West Point Academy in the fall. At the close hesitate to contact my office at 203-879-8100 ext. 102.
This 5th annual celebration marks Connecticut's of the program donation checks were presented to both the
patriotic holiday and commemorates the historic Battles of American Legion Post 165 and VFW Post 1979 from the Very truly yours,
Lexington and Concord, April 19, 1775. Presentations were proceeds of the Annual Veteran's Vigil and Luminary
made by Patriot Youth Ambassadors: Makendra Mowad, Ceremony. The Patriots’ Day Initiative is grateful for the Mayor Thomas G. Dunn
Lauren Kornhaas and Hannah Wright. These dynamic many sponsors and supporters that help make this annual
leaders helped host the event and also recited the famous celebration possible. Thomaston Savings Bank continues to A Minute with the Clerk
poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, The Midnight top the list of donors that give generously each year.
Ride of Paul Revere. The Patriots’ Day Initiative mission is to spark more by Karen Mowad, MCTC, MMC
patriotism in the hearts of our citizens and unite the Each year we apply for and are awarded
Ongoing support, year after year, is graciously shown by community. A Flag Day ceremony is scheduled for a small grant from the State of Connect-
Mayor Tom Dunn and Senator Rob Sampson. Patriots’ Day Saturday, June 12th, at 10am on the Wolcott Town Green. icut to help preserve our land records,
Citations were awarded to honor local nominees: Peter Hope you can join us then! vital records, or make improvements in
Grasso and (posterior) Edgar R. Sanchez. Other local For more information about the Patriots’ Day Initiative or the vault. For the last several years we
Veterans were blanketed with Quilts of Valor made possible to become a Patriots’ Day Ambassador please visit our have opted to use the money to back
by Cindy Guendert and the Quilts of Valor Foundation website: www.observepatriotsday.org or call Director-Stacy scan our land record images and link
(www.qovf.org). The whole program was reflective of Perrone-Petta at 203.228.7305 or Assistant Director-Dan them to our indices.
Wolcott’s tremendous pride and ongoing effort to honor our DiVirgilio at 203.509.3994
Veterans and showcase our dynamic youth. Boy Scout This project allows us to print from the
Troop 230 presented colors and Senior Troop Leader, Mayor Tom Dunn presents a Town citation to Tom Sanchez computer which is convenient and causes less wear and tear
Brandon Price, was honored for his support throughout the in honor of Tom’s father, Veteran Edgar R. Sanchez of the on the books. This allows more access for the Title
community and his volunteer work with the Patriots’ Day U.S. Marines, who served and fought in Korea. The recognition Searches and Attorneys to search with limited assistance.
Initiative. Connecticut student artist, Emma Stein, was was part of the Patriots Day celebration at the American Legion If a scanned page is lost or damaged, we can also reprint a
recognized for her creative wooden work of art which will Hall on Wolcott Rd. Stacy Perrone-Petta and her committee new one on archival paper instead of contacting Iron
be displayed at the Wolcott Historical Society Museum in organized the event with the help of Boy Scout Troop 230 and Mountain to pull the microfilm as in the past. Once this
commemoration of the holiday. Patriots Day Initiative ambassadors. – Photography by Picard lengthy project is completed, we will have printable access
back to book #65. The older the books are, the more
Due to continued social distancing guidelines, the complicated and expensive the project becomes due to
ceremony was small in attendance with about forty in larger, handwritten documents. It is vital we preserve these
records incase of fire, flood, theft or office damage. While
we hope an emergency never happens, we must prepare and
preserve now. We pride ourselves on accurate and easy to
find records and we are happy to help our residents find the
documents they need.
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Due to an Overwhelming
Demand... here are
5 More Dental Myths,
Debunked
Myth: When it comes to cavities,
sugar is the main culprit.
The real deal: When you think of
cavities, you might think of lollipops
and other sweet and sticky treats. But
Friends of the Library Update: crackers and chips might be even
Museum Passes Return! worse for your teeth. It has to do with
the starchiness and carbohydrates in
general — they have the sugars that
We received great news that the Beardsley Zoo The Friends would like to thank all who participated in our break down the teeth, and also really
will now be accepting our Library’s discounted May 1st event. Boy Scout Troop 230 and their leader spent
admission pass. So admission for all will be $9 hours working with our landscaping committee to freshen stick to your teeth Dr. Ezra Friedman
per person for both adults and children. There is a 6 person up the grounds and after that some of the young men stayed
limit to this discount. You must use the pass in person by to help us with the collection day for our upcoming book Wolcott, CT
going to the EBT/Library/Member window. You cannot sale. They also spent some time doing a trial run on our
use the library pass to purchase on line tickets. Don’t be tents which worked out very well and came back the day Myth: If you have sensitive teeth,
concerned if you see a “Sold Out” message on their website before our sale to help us again. We also had help from
or social media as they allot time for library patrons to visit students at the high school and middle school. We appre- it means you have worn away too much of the enamel on
each day. If you have more people in your party, the extra ciate all who were able to help and we received countless
guests will need to purchase their own tickets in advance donations from our townspeople. Thank you for your gen- your teeth.
on line on their website. The Zoo is open 7 days a week erous contributions.
from 9 am to 4 pm. If you have any questions, please visit The real deal: Sensitivity is a key symptom of the loss of
their website at www.beardsleyzoo.org. We hope you will If you participate in the summer reading program, please enamel, the hard protective layer on the outside of your
take advantage of this great offer. The pass expires 1/30/22. note that the Friends donated funds to purchase all the teeth. But it can be caused by other factors as well, such as
Please note that the Connecticut Old State House has not prizes. Also coming soon will be the Reading Sign – gum recession, or even the use of whitening toothpastes. The
reopened. Some of our flyers do list this attraction however 20 Minutes a Day which was replaced by several Girl hydrogen peroxide in whiteners that removes stains
the only other valid pass right now is the Mattatuck Mu- Scout Troops along with some assistance from the Friends. penetrates through the enamel which is the more sensitive
seum and a few discount coupons for Barker Character Mu- We hope you will continue to use the library. We have so part of the tooth. The good news: If your sensitivity is caused
seum in Cheshire. At our last meeting, the Friends will be much to offer and will continue to update and improve our by teeth whitening, switching to a more gentle toothpaste
renewing The Carousel Museum pass which allows building, our programs and our surroundings for all the can help improve symptoms.
4 people to visit free of charge and the Children’s Museum Townspeople of Wolcott. Please feel free to contact us at
of West Hartford which is a BOGO for up to 4 people per wolcottfriends2019@yahoo.com. Myth: Gum disease is only a problem for your mouth.
visit. This pass is also good at the Roaring Brook Nature
Center of Canton. Please check with the library as we The real deal: Your dentist might be the first one to notice
aren’t sure of the processing time for their arrival. Deci- it, but if you have gum disease you're more likely to
sions concerning the other museums will be made as they have health issues such as diabetes and hypertension, as
begin to open up to visitors. well as certain types of cancers that are related to chronic
inflammation.
Myth: The whiter your teeth are, the healthier they are.
The real deal: This can be true but not always. Our teeth are
naturally white and many of the things that cause our teeth
to get darker or become yellow are unhealthy, like smoking.
We also renewed the on line A to Z World Food and A to Z But there are also plenty of things that can darken the
World Travel for another year. Please take advantage of color of our teeth that aren't necessarily unhealthy, such as
these programs. They are great resources for children’s medication, stains from foods and drinks, or just the natural
school projects. process of aging.
Myth: If nothing is bothering you, you don’t need
a dental checkup.
The real deal: This is one of the biggest misconceptions.
With a lot of dental issues, you don't necessarily feel pain
right away. With cavities and gum disease you don't always
feel it but the problem is once the symptoms appear,
it’s often a bigger issue. Waiting until a cavity hurts to get it
checked out, you could end up needing a root canal or
an extraction that could have been prevented with
regular checkups.
Outdoor Storytime: Families enjoyed an outdoor storytime with Summer Reading Logo: This year at Wolcott Public Bottom line: Going to the dentist is the best way to
Miss Meghan at Wolcott Public Library. Library, Summer Reading isn't just for kids! Programs prevent and protect things happening to the teeth before
they become an issue.
are available for kids, teens, and adults.
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Ambulance News
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need your help!
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džŚĂƵƐƚ sĞŚŝĐůĞ DĂŝŶƚĞŶĂŶĐĞ eight years ago. From there,
&ůĂƚďĞĚ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞ ,ĞĂƟŶŐ ĂŶĚ ͬ we moved to 48 Todd Road where we remain to this day.
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tĞůĚŝŶŐͬ&ƌĂŵĞ ZĞƉĂŝƌ “shack” to the trailer and “Training Center”. On October
29, 2000, we dedicated the “Ronald H. Bruneau Wolcott
All NEW CUSTOMERS RECEIVE Receive Emergency Medical Service Facility” named in honor of
10% off founding member and our first treasurer Ron Bruneau
2)) who died in the line of duty while serving Wolcott
YOUR FIRST SERVICE! ([SLUDWLRQ 'DWH Volunteer Ambulance.
We appreciate your business! Over the years, Wolcott Ambulance has grown, and we
have pulled together as a team and renovated this building
Call 203-879-2162 for an appointment! to fit our needs as they have changed. We have turned
garage space into living quarters and back into garage
ŚĞĐŬ ƵƐ ŽƵƚ͊ ^ĐĂŶ YZ ŽĚĞ space, classroom space into offices and back into classroom
space, our large classroom has been turned into living space
&ĂĐĞŬ͊ /ŶƐƚĂŐƌĂŵ͊ dǁŝƩĞƌ͊ &ƌĂŶƐĂƵƚŽŵŽƟǀĞ͘ĐŽŵ and we have offices that used to be bathrooms or hallways.
We have a mass casualty incident trailer full of supplies in
Wolcott Education case a disaster strikes and a spare first response vehicle that
Foundation are stored outside because we have run out of garage space.
We have added on and expanded our headquarters to the
The Directors would like to thank point that we are now land locked and are no longer able
Jack and Carol Costello for their to add the space we so urgently need.
Bronze sponsorship. We also
received a generous donation We have made the difficult but necessary decision to seek
from the Frisbie School PTO. A out a new headquarters for Wolcott Volunteer Ambulance.
special thank you to the Buzzelli This is no easy task; we have been shown property and
and Hartigan Families for buildings all over Wolcott and are working diligently to
continuing their named memorials for Louise Buzzelli and find the best property for our organization and our citizens.
Inez Hartigan. Fred Townsend established an award for At the same time, we are striving to be good stewards of
excellence in mathematics this year and we thank him for the organization’s funds and the taxpayer dollars we have
his generous award to a very deserving Wolcott High been entrusted with.
School Senior. Any one wishing to establish a memorial
or a named scholarship, please contact treasurer, Janet We have narrowed our property search to the point that we
Tynan at 203 233-6407 or Tynan_janet@comcast.net. have begun meeting with Mayor Dunn and the Town
Council regarding funding. This is where we need the help
8 www.WolcottCommunityNews.com of every registered voter in the Town of Wolcott. On
Saturday June 26th, you will be asked to go to the polls to
vote on a bonding package. This package would fund
numerous projects including the purchase and building of
a new headquarters for Wolcott Volunteer Ambulance that
would grow with us over the next twenty to thirty years!
Would you help us build the new “Ronald H. Bruneau
Wolcott Emergency Medical Service Facility”? Please
join us at 48 Todd Road on Monday June 7th from 4pm-
8pm for an Open House being held to answer questions you
may have regarding our request. Wolcott Fire Department
and Public Works will also be participating. Following the
Open House, please help us contact every taxpayer in the
Town of Wolcott and ask them to go to the polls on
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support. We are humbled and honored to serve this
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We may have just what you’re looking for! the Community to
Stop by anytime to see what Check for Ticks!
we have in stock.
Ticks are small, but they can cause
If you already know what you want, big problems when it comes to
give us a call to schedule a delivery. your health. “Tick-borne illnesses
are on the rise and prevention should be
NO JOB TOO BIG on everyone’s mind, particularly during the warmer
OR TOO SMALL! weather months when ticks are most active,” said Director
of Health Maura Esposito. “From April through July,
MULCH • DECORATIVE STONE people will get more tick bites and tickborne infections than
TOPSOIL • COMPOST • FILL any other time of year in the Connecticut, mentioned Es-
CLEAN PROCESS • STONE • GRAVEL posito. It is important to take preventive measures against
ticks when outside and to be aware of the signs and symp-
STONE DUST & MORE... toms of tick-borne infections.
We also accept disposals: The most common tick-illnesses reported in Connecticut
Storm Debris, Grass Clipping, Stumps, are Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis and Lyme Disease. The
blacklegged tick is responsible for these diseases which are
Concrete/Asphalt, Fill and more… in found in every state across the Eastern United States.
Ticks can be infected with bacteria, viruses, or parasites.
TRUCKING SERVICES AVAILABLE Anaplasmosis and Lyme Disease are transmitted to
humans by tick bites primarily from the blacklegged tick.
203.879.1801 Babesiosis is also caused by a blacklegged tick, but it is
also infected with microscopic parasites that infect red
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attaching to the body to transmit the pathogens the human.
jlandeen@landeentransport.com | www.landeentransport.com Most people never see or find the tick on their body.
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM • Sat 8AM-1PM • Sunday Closed Therefore, it is important to be alert to your health.
Common symptoms of tick-borne illnesses include: a flu
like-feeling; body/muscle aches; fever; headaches; fatigue;
joint pain; rash; stiff neck; facial paralysis, etc. Doctors can
diagnosis these diseases through a blood tests and through
symptoms. Antibiotics, herbal supplements, and other pain
management medication can treat tick-borne infections.
There are many ways to protect yourself and your loved
ones (including pets) from ticks during this season. It is
important to avoid tick-infested areas such as wooded and
busy areas with high grass and leaf litter. Use a chemical
repellent with DEET, permethrin or picaridin or purchase
clothing with these chemical repellents in them. Bathe
or shower right after spending time outdoors. Conduct a
full-body tick check using a mirror to see hard to reach
places such as the under arms, belly button, behind
the knees and on the scalp. Keep grass mowed and
trees trimmed.
Lastly, a resident can submit a tick for testing at
Chesprocott Health District. The tick must have been found
on a human (not a pet), and the cost is ten dollars. The ticks
are tested by Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
tests the tick(s) for evidence of infection Anaplasmosis,
Babesia, and Lyme Disease.
If you have any questions or for more information visit
www.chesprocott.org or www.cdc.gov.
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Macary Appointed REFERENDUM
to School Safety
JUNE 26, 2021
Infrastructure Council
The electors and persons qualified to vote at town meetings of the Town of Wolcott are
Joseph Macary, Ed.D was hereby warned that a Referendum vote will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021, between the
appointed to the state hours of 8:00AM and 8:00PM (E.D.T.) at Wolcott High School Gymnasium, 457 Boundline Road,
School Safety Infrastruc- Wolcott, Connecticut, on the appropriation and bonding resolutions approved by the Town
ture Council as confirmed Council on May 6, 2021, which resolutions shall be placed upon the voting machines or ballots
by the Connecticut State under the following headings:
Senate on April 16, 2021.
Dr. Macary is currently the QUESTION 1.
Superintendent of Schools “SHALL THE TOWN OF WOLCOTT APPROPRIATE $3,005,000 FOR
for the Town of Vernon
Connecticut since October RENOVATIONS TO THE PUBLIC WORKS BUILDINGS AND THE SENIOR CENTER,
2015. The Vernon Public A NEW WHEEL LOADER AND SKIDSTER FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT,
Schools is a CT Alliance NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT TOWN PARKS, REPAIRS TO WOODTICK PAVILION,
District with 3500 students, AND THE RECONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR OF VARIOUS TOWN ROADS, ROADSIDE
7 schools and a regional
adult education program. ELEMENTS AND PARKING LOTS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUE OF BONDS,
NOTES OR TEMPORARY NOTES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,005,000
Prior to his time in Vernon, Dr. Macary served as the
Superintendent of Schools for the Town of Wolcott from TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION?
July 2009 to September 2015. Dr. Macary was employed
with the Wolcott Public Schools from October 2005, YES NO”
serving as the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum
& Instruction and the Director of Student Services and Voters approving the appropriation and bond resolution will vote “Yes” and those opposing the
Alternate Programs. appropriation and bond resolution will vote “No”.
Dr. Macary received his doctorate in Educational QUESTION 2.
Leadership from the University of Connecticut in August “SHALL THE TOWN OF WOLCOTT APPROPRIATE $5,740,000 FOR
2016. He is a member of the Connecticut Association of
Public Schools Superintendents (CAPSS) and served as the A NEW AMBULANCE FACILITY, A NEW ROOF AND HVAC FOR THE PUBLIC SAFETY
chair of two area groups. Dr. Macary is a resident of BUILDING, A NEW LADDER TRUCK AND TWO (2) TANKER TRUCKS FOR
Wolcott, Connecticut, where he resides with his family.
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, A NEW GENERATOR FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT,
AND A NEW GENERATOR FOR TYRRELL MIDDLE SCHOOL AND TO AUTHORIZE
THE ISSUE OF BONDS, NOTES OR TEMPORARY NOTES IN AN AMOUNT NOT
TO EXCEED $5,740,000 TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION?
YES NO”
Voters approving the appropriation and bond resolution will vote “Yes” and those opposing the
appropriation and bond resolution will vote “No”.
QUESTION 3.
“SHALL THE TOWN OF WOLCOTT APPROPRIATE $1,410,000 FOR A NEW ARTIFICIAL
TURF AND RUNNING TRACK AT WOLCOTT HIGH SCHOOL, A NEW HVAC CHILLER
UNIT AT TYRRELL MIDDLE SCHOOL, AND REPAIRS TO THE BLEACHERS
AT WOLCOTT HIGH SCHOOL AND TYRRELL MIDDLE SCHOOL AND TO AUTHORIZE
THE ISSUE OF BONDS, NOTES OR TEMPORARY NOTES IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED $1,410,000 TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION?
YES NO”
Voters approving the appropriation and bond resolution will vote “Yes” and those opposing the
appropriation and bond resolution will vote “No”.
The text of the Town Council resolutions are on file and available for public inspection
at the Town Clerk's Office. Absentee ballots will be available from the Town Clerk's Office.
This Referendum is being held under the authority of Section 309(b) of the Charter of
the Town of Wolcott.
Dated at Wolcott, Connecticut this 6th day of May, 2021.
Wolcott Town Council, David Valletta, Chairman
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Around Town Photography
by Roger Picard
It was senior day at the Wolcott High baseball diamond on May 12, 2021. Six varsity seniors and their families were
introduced onto the field prior to their game against Watertown. They were all presented with gifts and custom base-
ball bats as a farewell gesture.
The May winner of the Wolcott Chamber of Commerce
Customer Rewards Program is Sarah Ethridge of
Potuccos Ring Rd. She selected a $50.00 Pat’s IGA Gift
Card as her prize. She is pictured here receiving her
gift card from Pat’s IGA employee Nick Trager.
Congratulations Sarah.
The town green has a new Norwegian Spruce tree, which replaces the previous tree that had been struck by light-
ning and dying. Ali’s Nurseries of Plantsville, delivered and planted the new tree. It currently stands at approx. 17 feet
tall and will serve an additional role when the Christmas season is upon us.
If you have driven by the town green lately you may have
taken a double take, realizing the town gazebo was
moved. The department of Parks and Recreation recently
moved the gazebo in a westerly direction, now facing an
easterly direction. The purpose of the move according to
mayor Tom Dunn was to open up the center of the green
and create a more spacious area on the green.
The Wolcott Volunteer Ambulance Association recently held a memorial service for one of their founding members,
Jack Ahearn who passed away on April 20, 2021. The service took place at the WVAA Memorial Courtyard. A laying
of a memorial brick with Jack’s name on it was done by his son Jack Jr. and daughter Darlene while family, friends
and WVAA personnel looked on. Thank you for your service Jack.
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We Cannot Afford Another Tax!
State Representative pay more at the pump as producers and distributors tion lockbox and will not go toward fixing our state’s
Gale Mastrofrancesco pass on their added costs to us. Democrats refuse to roads and bridges either. Instead, it will largely go
call this a tax, but when we look past their semantics toward the construction of traffic roundabouts,
Representing Wolcott a flowery language – that’s what this is. electric charging stations, and electric school buses
& Southington Gov. Lamont says this “small tax on carbon” will that cost more than double of those used today.
raise $88 million in 2023. Ultimately, this punishes Proponents of TCI say it is desperately needed to
With the legislative the consumer with the hidden goal to push Connect- improve Connecticut’s air quality, yet TCI modeling
session ending on icut residents toward the purchase of electric admits that greater fuel efficiency, electric vehicles,
June 9, 2021, the vehicles by limiting the amount of gas available and and current energy trends would result in a
Governor and legislative making gas too expensive. 19% reduction in carbon emissions by 2032
Democrats continue to pres- WITHOUT implementing TCI.
ent new ways to tax you Connecticut residents already pay roughly 54 cents
instead of crafting policies that will help residents, per gallon in state and federal gas taxes. If approved, While improving our climate is an admirable goal,
and businesses meet the challenges of the pandemic. TCI would essentially amount to a concealed fourth putting an additional tax on our already struggling
gas tax controlled not by the legislature, but by a families and businesses will further damage our state
Gov. Lamont and the legislature's Democrats are bureaucratic “cap allowances” auction process that economy. Should the legislature approve the TCI
pushing the controversial Transportation Climate occurs outside the eye of the public. This means that agreement you will certainly see an increase in
Initiative (TCI) legislation called “An Act Reducing your local legislators, in the House and Senate, our already high gas prices and one that I
Transportation-Related Carbon Emissions” stating would not be able to advocate on your behalf for any cannot support.
they intend to “make polluters pay”, using a change to this measure – leaving all of us voiceless
“regional” cap and investment program to reduce and under their control. And finally, I want to wish all our father’s past,
greenhouse gas emissions. present and future a Happy Father’s Day!
The combination of the TCI gas tax and a proposed
The new gas tax will be implemented as a revenue $90 million mileage tax on heavy trucks will further As always, I remain committed to my guiding
mechanism to fund the program. The program is impact Connecticut residents who will see the principles of limited government, economic
designed to achieve a zero-carbon environment cost of goods and services increase. Industry freedom, and individual liberty. If you have
through a series of stark policy changes and man- advocates say the mileage tax alone could result in questions or concerns on any other issues relating
dated caps on Connecticut suppliers, ultimately an annual $500 increase in the cost of groceries for to state government please contact me
driving up the prices you pay at the pumps. the average family. at gale.mastrofrancesco@housegop.ct.gov or
1-800-842-1423.
Gasoline producers and distributors will be required Another alarming aspect of this plan is that revenue
to purchase carbon allowances; however, this is from the TCI gas tax will not go into the transporta-
essentially an emissions fee for gas. The simple truth
behind this plan is that you and I will be forced to
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Alcott School News
Thanks to the Alcott PTO and all the
parents and volunteers for making
Teacher Appreciation Week a success!
Alcott students enjoyed a virtual
presentation by Mr. Lou. He discussed
perseverance, respect and other
SEL attributes that tied in nicely with
our April SEL activity on Friendship.
Alcott celebrated
Star Wars Day
May the 4th
Be With You!
Alcott lit it up blue for Autism Awareness!
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plans and learning and using the EDGE method.
Further, Scouts have been working on merit badges such
as surveying.
The Troop participated in a campout at Camp Mattatuck in
Plymouth. There, the scouts participated in a fishing derby,
astronomy, and more. BSA Troop 230 also completed some
service work at the Wolcott Library. They spend the
morning cleaning branches and mulching. They also helped
the Friends of the Library prepare and set up for the May
Book Sale. Additionally, the scouts took part in the Patriots’
Day festivities at The American Legion.
Upcoming events include a white water rafting trip in
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As always, cans and bottles can be dropped off at
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Wolcott Food
Pantry Thanks You
The Wolcott Food Pantry vol- WHAT IS CHILDHOOD
unteers would like to thank the APRAXIA OF SPEECH?
residents of Wolcott that support
our mission of helping those in our Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a motor speech
community that need a hand-up. disorder that makes it difficult for children to speak. Chil-
dren with the diagnosis of apraxia of speech generally have
Our current food distribution model is a bi-weekly a good understanding of language and know what they
distribution and we operate as a drive-through service with want to say. However, they have difficulty learning or
pre-packed bags of food placed in the trunk or back seat of carrying out the complex sequenced movements that are
the clients vehicle. necessary for intelligible speech.
Our distribution dates for the next few weeks as follows
(all Wednesdays): June 9th, June 23rd, July 7th and
July 21st. We distribute food between 8:45AM to 11:45AM.
If you or someone you know is in need of food and is a Feb 2021: Elementary School Super Bowl Challenge.
Wolcott resident, please contact the Wolcott Food Pantry Feb 2021: Elementary School Super Bowl Challenge.
at 203-704-7402. We are located at 158 Woodtick Road,
Wolcott, CT.
We accept non-perishable food donations at our drop-off
box located at our front door (7 x 24) or stop in on Monday
and Tuesday between 8:30 and 11AM and say hello!.
If you’re out shopping, and would like to drop-off
some food, here’s a short list of food products that would
be helpful:
Shelf-Stable Milk Jelly
Canned Fruit Canned Pastas
Chili
Cereal Coffee/Tea
Canned Juices Jarred Pasta Sauce
Boxed Meals
Oatmeal Instant Potatoes
Pudding
Canned Chicken Pasta
Baked Beans Rice
Peanut Butter
Canned Meats Condiments
Stews Soup
Jell-O
Salad Dressing
A few local organizations (Pat’s, Walsh’s, the Post Office Feb 2021: Thank you to the young citizens of Wolcott Mary Guerra , her son Aiden and Mayor Dunn
and the Wolcott Library) also provide locations at attending our Elementary schools (Alcott, Frisbie, Wakelee). on Apraxia Awareness Day.
the checkout to leave a food donation for the Pantry. Every year they run a food drive around the Super Bowl. This
We thank the management of those locations for their year they collected and donated a whooping 1,139 lbs of food!
on-going support.
Monetary donations can be mailed to: THE WOLCOTT EXCHANGE CLUB IS HOSTING
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installed (about 2 years) & CAIR. 2 car garage under house around through-out the whole house. The full walk-out basement with 9’ceil-
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Wolcott Historical Society - June 2021
by Florence Goodman Firemen razing the old Chase Clubhouse on February 21, 1993. residents. It grew into a permanent structure and
was enjoyed by many residents for stags, showers and
In last month’s article I briefly ond his house is the red cow barn where Joan Polow- weddings. I’m not sure if it still functions as a private
discussed Chase Country itzer lives. In the 1920s Mr. Samuelson subdivided and club today.
Club, but I’d like to add more developed a 24-acre tract of land in this area. Next to I’m sure there are more interesting stories and histories
information that I recently ac- the red barn is Fire Company #1, which I mentioned associated with the Hitchcock Lake area that still re-
quired. The Chase Manufacturing last month. Continuing past the Fire Company you main untold. I am always looking to update my records
Company of Waterbury built this would have found Pendy’s Restaurant; this was located so if you would like to share information that you
beautiful nine-hole golf course for their employees. It on the corner of Equinox and Central Avenue. It was
was located on the grounds of the old Nathaniel Lewis an early restaurant, which was quite popular. A spe- The old Whip Poor Will Club on Midwood Avenue.
farm and was a popular gathering place in the 1930s cialty item on the menu was frog legs, caught by local
through the 1960s. It consisted of a restaurant plus a youths around the lake. Later Jim McCarthy and Jack might have, please feel free to contact me at 203-879-
picnic and outing area to the rear of the parking lot next Schmidt purchased this restaurant property and re- 9818. I’d love to hear from you. It can be about any
to the clubhouse. In about 1975, under Mayor Lango’s part of Wolcott, not just the Hitchcock Lake area.
administration the residents of Wolcott voted to pur-
chase the property. Through the help of a grant the
town was able to and continued to update the restaurant
The old Chase Country Club Restaurant on East Street. The razing of the old Chase Country Club restaurant (Rich Plantier, Joan Polowitzer, Ray Teach and Louis
on February 21, 1993. Pozella Sr. provided information for this article; “1986
and clubhouse until they were able to build a new Historic Resources Inventory” by J.P. Loether Associ-
structure. In 1993 under Mayor Wilensky’s admin- named it Long Acre Inn. Jimmy owned a package ates;” Wolcott Connecticut 175th Anniversary 1796-
istration the structures were taken down. The Wolcott store near Walsh’s Market and Jack was a salesman. 1971” by John Washburne; photos of Chase Country
Fire Department as part of their fire-training program As you continued down Central Avenue between the Club burning by Leonard Browne.)
razed the old structures on February 21st of that same lakes you would approach a street named College
year. The photos that I have used were taken by Leon- Place. It was said that this area had many cottages that June 12th is CT Open House Day and the Wolcott
ard Browne and donated to the Historical Society by were owned by a doctor who leased them to Yale stu- Historical Society will be participating in this event.
Ray Teach. Sometime later the new structure was dents (hence, its name). In 1932 there was another WE will have both the Center School History Museum
built. Today many residents from our town and sur- grocery store, which also sold liquor in this area. Joan at 154 Center Street and The Old Stone Schoolhouse
rounding areas enjoy golfing at this 9-hole public golf Platen’s grandmother owned it. Joan Polowitzer who History Museum at 155 Nichols Road open for visitors
course. I also interviewed Louis Polzella Sr. about the gave me the photo of the store was not sure of the from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please stop by and visit
owner’s name or the exact location of the store. our newly organized museums.
Side view of the old Chase Country Club Restaurant and green. Further down the road you come to Midwood Avenue. An old post card showing Hitchcock Lake.
As you drive toward the end of Midwood Avenue you
golf course. During the phone interview he shared an will find the Whip Poor Will Club. It started out On July 10th from noon to 4:00 p.m. we will hold
interesting story reminding me that part of the property around 1922 in a tent as a local clubhouse for lake area our Annual Garden Tour. This event supports our
of the golf course is in Southington. If you are on the yearly scholarship that is given to a Wolcott High
fourth tee on the top of the hill you would be standing School Senior. If you are interested in having your gar-
in New Haven County, but the ball will end up in Hart- den on the tour, please call Flo Goodman at 203-879-
ford County. The upper part of the course is located 9818.
in Wolcott, while the lower section is located in South-
ington. Our town actually pays taxes to Southington If you would like to purchase a 225th Celebration
for the property we own in that town. We are fortunate Calendar for the year 2021 they are still available
that our forefathers had enough foresight to purchase for a $5 donation. Each month has an old photo
this beautiful piece of property when they did; for and a link to our website. Call Flo Goodman at 203-
those who do not golf you can still enjoy the view 879-9818.
while enjoying a bite to eat at East Street Eatery.
On the corner of East Street and Central Avenue John Joan Planten’s grandmother’s grocery and liquor store
Samuelson’s old white farmhouse still stands and bey- was located on Central Avenue in 1932.
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Focus On Frisbie
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.
ACES Day (All Children Exercise Simultaneously) was celebrated by Frisbie students
in collaboration with the Frisbie PTO Walk-A-Thon on May 7th.
Students had fun exercising and walking together outside around the blacktop.
Frisbie students enjoyed ice pops outside after the ACES Day!
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The Wolcott Country Feeling
Fair is Back for 2021!!! Overwhelmed
or Stressed?
The Wolcott Lions and the Wolcott
Agricultural Society are excited to CASA Has You Covered!
announce that the 2021 Wolcott
Country Fair will be held this August 20, 21, Visit CASA’s New Virtual Zen Den!
22. After being forced to cancel last year’s
fair due to the Covid Pandemic, The Wolcott Country Fair Every month new wellness videos,
will be back better and bigger than ever. information, and resources
will be added to the Zen Den.
This year’s chairmen Roger Harbanuk, Bill Harpin and
Andrew Harbanuk, all stressed that strict COVID measures www.WolcottCASA.org/zen-den.html
will be always in effect throughout the event. “Providing a
safe fair is our first priority,” they stated. “We are actively
working to meet, and exceed, suggested guidelines from
the Department of Public Health.”
With the high rate of vaccinations continuing to grow,
the Lions are very hopeful that there will be even less
restrictions come time for the fair in August. This will allow
people to get out and enjoy themselves, making up
for being isolated and cooped up at home for the last
14 months.
As far as activities, the Wolcott Country Fair will be
offering old favorites and some new ones that the crowds
will surely love. These include – Incredible food, featuring
many NEW Food Trucks; Dock Diving Dogs; Wolcott’s
own World-Renowned Knife Maker, Brian Evelich and
great bands such as “The Zoo” along with “Derik &
The Fun Bags” and newcomers “Peat Moss and the Fertil-
izers”. The hours for the fair are: Friday 4pm - 11pm; Sat-
urday 10am - 11pm; Sunday 10am - 9pm.
Do not forget to practice on your recipes, photographs and
artwork to win a ribbon at the Arts and Crafts Barn. Those
of you producing homemade goods, will find a place in the
Juried Crafters Building to sell your wares.
The Rodeo Arena has plenty of horse action with Barrel
Racing, Gymkhana events and Mini-Horse Pulls. More fun
events in the arena will include Tug of War and the hilar-
ious Backseat Driver Challenge.
The younger crowd should know that the Lions are work-
ing on getting even bigger and better rides for the Carnival
area and that this is a top priority for them.
Of course, there will be the ever-popular fireworks display,
which will be held on Saturday night at 10pm. As always,
there will be the Famous Lion’s Raffle, where you can
purchase tickets to win Thousands of Dollars in Cash. So
be sure to buy a ticket or two to cash in on the fun.
The Wolcott Lions are hoping for a large turnout as this is
their major fundraiser for the year, which helps provide
funding for many community organizations and charities.
You can always Friend the “Wolcott Country Fair” Face-
book page for updates. Keep an eye out for limited specials
on pricing for tickets to the fair.
For those that would like to volunteer at the fair, please
send an email to: WolcottFairVolunteer@gmail.com or call
Steve Tutolo at 203.910.3932.
So, save the dates of August 20, 21, 22 to help make the
2021 Wolcott Country Fair the Biggest and Best Ever!
Farmingbury Women's Club Update
On June 3 we will host an annual We recently donated three books to the Wolcott Farmingbury Womens Club of Wolcott installed new officers on
banquet that will be held at the East Library in honor of members who have recently May 6 2021. Ruth Deleo is Recording Secretary and Assistant
St Eatery. We are all looking passed. The loss of Mary Taylor, Mary Lindsay and Treasurer Sue Mulcahy is Corresponding Secretary Carole
forward to spending time with Lucille Garrigus during this past year was a sad day Mueller was installing officer Mary Kelly is President Lorraine
members and enjoying dinner for Wolcott.
together. Shea is Financial Officer and Kathy Sullivan is Treasurer
We also want to congratulate our new Officers for the and Vice President. F W C is ready for a busy new year.
On Saturday June 12th, we were invited to attend the coming year.
Patriots Day Initiative, along with Wolcott supporters,
for a ceremony honoring Flag Day. An installation ceremony was held at our May
meeting. Carol Mueller hosted the event and everyone
The event will be held at 10:00 am. We thank Stacy enjoyed her commentary.
Perrone-Petta for inviting us to this very special event.
Have a great summer everyone.
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Congratulations ThirdQuarter Wolcott High Honor Roll Students!
HIGH HONORS Langlais, Kimberly Jean Wrinn, Abby Elizabeth Elliott, Abigail Grace Jurczyk, Valerie Rose Zhuta, Rron Korab
LePage, Mikaela Pearl Yachtis, Nathan D Elsayed, Maya Ahmed
Andriulaitis, Alexxis Nicole Lewicki, Justine Noelle Yucel, Besim Evans, Samantha Joanne Keita, Sitta Zicca, Lauren Kelly
Antonowicz, Jennifer Lynn Ligi, Ryan Matthew Zhuta, Erjona Finger, Amanda Diane
Zigadto, Megan Finger, Emma Louise Kiazim, Olivia Sherry Zigadto, Sarah
Aviles, Makayla Marie Liu, Emily Gaudiosi, Tyler Anthony
Bartoli, Alexa Michaela Lund, Emmett William FIRST HONORS Getman, Katherine Serafina Kleinschmidt, Nicolas Anthony Ziogas, Kaia Rose
Beers, Angel Elijah Ly, Tiffany Abou Arrage, Mayci Bylyku, Albi Giglio, Avery Knapik, Emma Caitlin Zulali, Burak
Belisle, Chase James Macary, Youssef Michael Adams, Shelby Renee Caruso, Mia Francesca Giordano, Anthony Louis
Beloin, Juliana Rose Maia, Jalynn Chareese Caruso, Salvatore Michael Goddard, Emily Elizabeth Komina, Meral SECOND HONORS
Bernabe, Rachel Lynn Maisto, Alexandria Lynn Alka, Vlora Casey, Sarah Virginia Komina, Sefedina
Marciano, Jenna Elizabeth Allen, Chloe Goffredo, Olivia Rae Lago, John David Albanese-Harrison, Riley Joseph
Brown, Alex V Mazzaferro, Justin Tyler Amankwa-Sarpong, Emmanuel Caushllari, Kristel Goldberg, Leah M Lawlor, Zachary Brandon Alka, Alban
Browne, Ivy Cora McGillicuddy, Michaela Brynn Ayala-Vazquez, Kenya Liz Cazimovski, Julianna LeClerc, Alison Virginia
Buczak, Abigail Catherine McNeil, Nathan Kasem Ayala-Vazquez, Lildarys Charette, Conner James Grauer, Zarek Licherep, Kateryna Angurio, Michael Angelo
Buczak, Olivia Rose Bard, Dean Anthony Chowdhury, Rafiya Nur Greene, Michael Hugo Loughman, Julia Elise Bergeron, Malakai Blake
Burdick, Trista Lynn Medina, Eleesia J Bell, Anthony Moffo Christopher, Nicole Guerrera, Olivia Elise Macary, Terrance Joseph
Caouette, Michael James Miles, Trudy Terese Bellemare, Aubree Lynn Combs-Masci, Tiffany Marie Magalhaes, Jennifer Bobylow Bisaillon, Emma Jae
Capaldo, Gianna Elizabeth Mirto, Anthony Joseph Bendtsen, Nicholas James Conroy, Tyler Rose Gurra, Livia Mancini, Gillian Noti Brazee, Hannah Patricia
Capozzi, Gianna Marie Murphy, Elena Jolie Bengston, Emma Irene Cormier, Paige Ashley Hart, Emily Nicole Mancini, Joseph Noti Brenes, Madison Celeste
Cardoza, Gabriella Isabella Bennett, Erica Ashley Cratty, Ethan Patrick Hatush, Sajida N Mangini, Daniel Liberty Brill-Konitshek, Alexis Marie
Casanova, Arianna Nasufi, Aurora Berube, Jillian Maria Crimmins, McKayla Ann Hensel, Alison Ann Martin, Ayla Maria Brzankalski, Aiden Matthew
Charette, Jared Edward Navarro, Alani Taina Bianchi, Riley Hensel, Kyle Edward Martinez, Aiden Jesus
Chiappalone, Mia Rose Bisaillon, Abby Mae Cyr, Emily Jane Hernandez, Seth Ronald Byrnes, Jack Ryan
Chieppo, Kailey Nguyen, Truc Ho Bonevento, Frank A D’Alessio, Nicholas Paul Hlavna, Megan Ann Mazza, Ethan Callahan, Taylor Marie
Ciampi, Ava Joelle Nieves, Aaliyah Maria Elizabeth Boulay, Vanessa Lauren Howell, Julianna Grace McCormack, Carol Elizabeth Caruso, Christian Michael
Cole, Matthew Allen Brissette, Gavin Dayton, Kyle Ian Hrezi, Asmaa Fuad McKenna, Spencer Jeffrey Chacon, Sienna Ann
Nuehlen, Kayla Anne DeLeo, Sophia A Japs, Christina Grace
Colon, Carlos O'Meara, Alexandra Judith DellaVecchia, Jacob Jlidi, Yusuf Ahmad McNeil, Cameron Rasmi Ciampi, Katelyn
Connelly, Luke Andrew Orsini, Samantha Marie Dunbar, Nyla Jermaine Mouanes, Jonathan Charbel Ciampi, Ryan D
Conway, Emily Lynn Ouellette, Kaitlyn Claire Dupree, Will Dwyer Ciarlo, Matthew Benjamin
Cosmos, Kaitlyn Christine Paolella, Nicholas Angelo Dwyer, Manuel Peter Muccino, Noah Matthew Cottle, Mikhyla Jasmine
Cossette, Makayla Rose Musso, Addison Elizabeth Cronin, Ava Marie
Cossette, Makenzie Leigh Patel, Anuska Wolcott High School Graduation Cyr, Jessica Alice
Crimmins, Jack Edward Patel, Rahi Viralkumar O'Connell, Anthony Davino, Morgan Elizabeth
Croce, Spencer Joseph Perazzella, Ryan Michael Class of 2021 Orluk-Rebelo, Katryn Marie DeLeo, Domenic R.
Perillo, Patrick Michael Dilger, Breanna Marie
Daddona, Emma Jo Perugini, Grace Elisabeth Wolcott High School will hold the Sixtieth Page, Ashley Marie Dumont, Noah Jae
D'Addona, Julianna Nicole Peruti, Victoria Elizabeth Annual Commencement Ceremony on Palo, Joanna Xhoana Edison, Janelle Trinity
Pilarski, Analise Soleil Friday, June 11, 2021 at 7:00PM Panasci, Marisa Joy Edwards, Dwight Nehemiah
Dede, Erkin Pilarski, Caidan Walker at the WHS Athletic Field Paolella, Talan Joseph Ferrucci, Joseph Alessandro
DeRosa, Thomas Anthony Fuegen, Devin
Desmond, Ashlyn Marie Pratt, Kailyn Dora Nicholas James Bendtsen Patel, Harshit Gibbons, Riley Rose
D'Ettore, Elizabeth Grace Prescott, Megan Aileen Petroniro, Gabrielle Marie Goldstone, Ella
Provenzano, Madeline Gloria Valedictorian, WHS Class of 2021 Goodrich, Hunter Ryan
DiMaria, Isabella Platt, Joseph B Griskus, Gina Lei
DiMichele, Ava Rheana Qyteza, Hadixha Caiden Walker Pilarski Podzunas, Angela Ruth Hamel, Keira Arlene
DiNunzio, Madison Marie Ramirez, Gabriella Noelle Pulvermacher, Zachary Scott Hogan, Samuel Robert
DiNunzio, Morgan Lynn Salutatorian, WHS Class of 2021 Johnson, Ashley Morgan
DosSantos, Michael Luis Riehan, Shady Qazolli, Erind Konareski, Kyan John Min
Rocca, Mitchell Thomas The Class of 2021 Valedictorian is Nicholas James Reilly, Liam Paul Korbusieski, Monika Alexis
Doucette, Trisha Rodrigues, Selena Helen Bendtsen, son of Todd and Teresa Bendtsen. Renkewitz, Samantha Mirtha LaMontagne, Matthew Aaron
Dumont, Avah Grey Rotella, Savanah Leigh Richdale, Dominic Anthony Lanza, Salvatore Michael
Dunn, Abrianna Daniela Roy, Delaney Catherine The Salutatorian of the Class of 2021 is Caiden Walker Riviezzo, Ryan James LeBeau, Alyssa Marie
Effrece, Caden Hunter Pilarski, son of Cliff and Lisa Pilarski. Riviezzo, Samantha Rae Leone, Emma Francesca
Ehmer, Alaina Isabel Rubano, Carmela Rocca, Andrew James Lourenco, Gianna Rose
Ehmer, Nathan Lorenz Rubano, Mario Wolcott High School Administration and Faculty Roger, Hailey Claire Lyons, Rachel Mackenzie
Emerick, Matthew Charles Rubbo, Nicholas Anthony extend their sincere congratulations Ruiz-Bayouth, Xavier Bryan Maldonado, Christopher Joseph
Evans, Katherine Jean Santulli, Isabella on these exceptional achievements. Sanchez, Nikki Rose Mateo, David Gerardo
Sarasin, Ava Mei Santopietro, Ryan James Medina, Elian
Fejzo, Kera Sconziano, Nicolas Alexander Santoro, Gianna Madeleine Molina, Gianna Camile
Felix, Elizabeth Scott, Sierra Elizabeth Santovasi, Sadie Lorraine Musso, Ashley Yvette
Fernandes, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Selmani, Jeton Schumacher, Rebekah Eliana Nielsen, Reid
Ferrucci, Adriana Ellie Shaholli, David Setaro, Lindsey Darling Outlaw, Quentin Joseph
Francisco, Elizabeth Sharon Shoban, Aidan Eli Shoban, Miles Benjamin Paquet, Tyler Lee
Fruin-Swartout, Tyler James Shoban, Gia Ella Starbird, Cassandra Elizabeth Peterfi, Angela Maria
Gaudiosi, Aubrey Marie Sikaleski, Arijan Swirski, Kaila Paige Petion, Aaliyah
Gould, Savannah Denise Soto, Emiah Marie Talnose, Christian Stephen Phelps, Kayla
Guerra, Kevin Aaron Spinella, Joseph P Tawiah, Karol Kwame Polkowski, Sebastian Adam
Guerrera, Nicole Elizabeth Stango, Dylan Joseph Terolli, Angjelo Reynoso, Jason Joshua
Gugliotti, Sofia Grace Stringer, Jacie Leanne Thibeau, Jay Douglas Robbins, Ethan Michael
Gurra, Greta Sullivan, Amanda Mary Thornton, Sage Marcia Ross, Michael
Hernandez, Nevaeh Lynn Sullivan, Julia Ann Trombley, Bennett Cooper Salvatore, Cole John
Hryn, Veranika Sullivan, Meghan Elizabeth Tucker, Cole Andrew Santulli, Jake James
Iasevoli, Megan Gemma Surowiec, Evan R Tynan, James Joseph Seferi, Genci
Japs, Gloria Noel Vega-Guerra, Teya Nicole Soden, Paige Elizabeth
Jason, Sydney Elizabeth Tang, Irene Venditti, Nicholas Paul Sokni, Emad F
Jensen, Erik Alan Thies, Julia Abigail Vincent, Amber Love Stolfi, Kaiden Maxxwell
Johnson, Alexa Grace Thomas, Ami Rosebud Wagner, Daniel James Strumi, Alexia
Johnson, Matthew Eric Tupkusic, Dalmir White, Danielle Priscilla Sylvester, Avry J
Kausyla, David T Tytymce, Sophia Anne Wilson, Riley James Szep, Logan Christopher
Kelsey, Kylie Vaughn, Ella Rose Winters, Curtis Michael Warner, Victoria May
Lafferty, Shaun Edward Velez, Macie Alissa Wright, Hannah Leigh Woodruff, Alyvia Nicole
Lagasse, Sarah Michelle Velez, Marissa Marie
Wagner, Matthew Edward Xhengo, Joni
White, Kennedy Alexis Yost, Reese Olivia
Zaccagnini, Mario John
Zhuta, Ardit
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Wolcott Girl Scouts continue to thrive through this OPEN HOUSE
pandemic. Check out the ways some of our troops
have been keeping busy in the last month! Town of Wolcott – Bonding Referendum Q&A
Junior Troop 60633 Monday, June 7, 2021
4PM-8PM
Hiked the Blue Trail & learned how to read trail markers,
Completed a second virtual journey, 1 Girl Scout earned 48 Todd Road – Wolcott Public Works Facility
her Summit Award by completing 3 Journeys Wolcott First Responders
(Police, Fire, Ambulance)
2 girls are starting their Bronze Award. And, they hosted a
Get Unplugged walk on Wolcott Trail. The troop is plan- & Wolcott Department of Public Works
ning a summer kayaking trip!
The public is invited to attend this multidepartment open house to tour
Brownie troop 64154 facilities and equipment pertaining to the upcoming bonding
referendum for the Police, Fire, Ambulance and Public Works
Donated Birthday Bags to the Wolcott Food Pantry! The departments Capital Projects to be held on Saturday, June 26, 2021
girls put together & decorated “birthday bags” filled with 8AM-8PM Wolcott High School. Department representatives will be
cake mix, frosting, candles & all the essentials to make & onsite to answer any questions or concerns, thank-you for your support!
enjoy a birthday cake. They also did a community service
project at Pillwillop Farm, where they made colorful sun-
catchers to add beauty to the Meditation Meadow house.
In addition, the girls created a video with tips for taking
care of both physical & mental health. The video was
shared with their peers at Alcott Elementary School.
Brownie Troop 64233
Hosted a drive thru Food Drive on behalf of the Wolcott
Food Pantry. The girls collected over 450lbs of items! They
also met at Peterson Park and enjoyed their time together.
Junior Troop 64541
Met at Peterson Park and continued to work on their Bronze
Award. They also began their Practice with Purpose badge
by learning about building physical endurance through a
soccer game and running some laps.
Across our Service Unit:
Thank you to all who purchase lawn signs! Your support is
very appreciated! #girlscout #strong
In May, Troops participated in a Hike around Mill Pond
Way to Get Out and Get Unplugged!
This summer we plan to organize a letterboxing event for
current and new Girl Scout families! If you're interested in
Girl Scouts for your child, please reach out to Regina Lynch
regina.m.lynch@gmail.com. There's never been a better
time to be a Girl Scout!
We wish everyone a wonderful summer!
Hike for Mental Health
Greggory Gorneault, who was born and raised in We are doing this hike as a charity fundraiser for Men-
Wolcott. A 2002 Wolcott High School graduate tal Health America. Please consider donating to help
who, with his partner Erin Salois, are hiking the our friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, etc.
Appalachian Trail and raising money for Mental
Health. They left on April 14th and are hoping to com- Gregg Gorneault
plete the hike by October 15th at Katahdin mountain in
Maine. Below is the information on donation and fol- Here’s a link to our fundraising page:
lowing them on YouTube. https://give.classy.org/HikingHerbivores.
On Apri; 14th at 9am on Wednesday we started the Ap- You can also follow along on our YouTube channel:
palachian Trail headed to Maine. Everything we need https://youtube.com/channel/UCemNdg-
for the next 6 months (except getting food every 4-5 evZtqoH4a94z9fNg
days) is in our packs. Feeling anxious to start, sad to be
leaving friends and family for so long, super excited
for the journey ahead and a host of other emotions.
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Charles Rietdyke (Wolcott) Senior Center
211 Nichols Road, Wolcott, CT
(203) 879-8133 FAX (203) 879-7605
Mon-Thurs 9:00am-3:30pm. Fri 9:00am-12:30pm
Come & Join Our Senior Center - FREE Join in the daily activities and bus trips
You DO NOT need to be a Wolcott resident to become a member - EVERYONE is welcome
We are on the town website: www.wolcottct.org under “senior center”
HAPPY JUNE 2021! Our bus trips will resume in July and will adhere to to the CT VAMS portal and instructions to follow. For
capacity limits pertaining to Covid-19 precautions per more information regarding vaccine clinics, call our
Donna Belval Happy days are here again! Governor Lamont. We will post all bus trips on our Covid hotline at 203-718-5900 or call Chesprocott at
Senior Center Our Senior Center will Senior Center information boards for all to sign up by 203-272-2761 to check dates and availability at one of
be opening on Monday, the last week of June. Stop in to see what is happening! their clinics. Stop & Shop, Walgreens Pharmacy, CVS,
Director June 7, 2021! and Rite Aid Pharmacies as well as Staywell Health
June Breakfast Menu: Call for reservations for “eat-in” Center, Wheeler Clinic, Walmart, Della Pietra Phar-
Please join us for compli- or “take-out”—203-879-8133 Time: 8:30-9:30 AM macy, and Brass Mill Pharmacy have vaccine clinics in
mentary “Coffee And” to Waterbury & Wolcott. You must make an appointment
welcome everyone back to Thursday, June 3 – Bacon, Egg & Cheese on a Toasted for a vaccine through their websites. The United Way
Roll w/ Fruit – $2.00 (drive through only) website at www.211ct.org has a listing of all vaccine
our Senior Center. sites available along with websites to make an appoint-
PLEASE CALL OUR Thursday, June 10 – Ham, Egg & Cheese on a Toasted ment. If you need help making an appointment, you can
SENIOR CENTER AT Roll w/ Pastry – $2.00 call our Covid-19 hotline for help at 203-718-5900.
203-879-8133 TO LET US SCAMS – Since the arrival of Covid-19 vaccines,
KNOW IF YOU WILL Thursday, June 17 – Father’s Day Breakfast Special – scammers have used this as an opportunity to obtain
BE COMING SO THAT Bacon, Egg & Cheese on a Toasted Roll sensitive information. An email that may appear to be
WE MAY BE ABLE w/Pastry--$1.00 for Dads – Mom’s pay $2.00 coming from Pfizer or Moderna, is being sent to people
TO ACCOMMODATE asking them to take a survey in exchange for a reward.
Friday, June 25 – Blueberry Pancakes w/ Bacon THIS IS NOT A LEGITIMATE EMAIL! DO NOT
EVERYONE! & Pastry--$2.00 OPEN EMAILS OR HIT LINKS UNLESS YOU
KNOW AND TRUST THE SENDER! RE-
As of May 19, 2021, Governor Lamont lifted restric- June Lunch Specials Menu: Call for reservations for MEMBER…. NEVER give anyone your Social Secu-
tions on wearing a mask indoors for fully vaccinated “eat-in” or “take-out” 203-879-8133 – Time: 11:30 AM rity number, bank account information or credit card
people and we will abide by these recommendations. information that calls, emails, or knocks on your door!
We suggest that non-vaccinated people continue to Tuesday, June 8 – Italian Combo w/ lettuce on a Many thanks to Jeannie & Diane from our
wear a mask indoors but will respect their decision if Sub Roll (Salami, Ham & Cheese) w/ Chips & Dessert Senior Center and all our seniors who have been
they choose not to wear one. We have wall mounted – $3.00 making phone calls to other seniors, neighbors, family,
hand sanitizers located on the inside walls at each and friends to check up on them and to say “Hi”.
entrance for you to use as you enter the building and Wednesday, June 23 – Turkey Breast w/ Cheese We are making a difference. Stay positive…. Get a
portable sanitizers will be at each table. The hours & Lettuce on a Sub Roll, Chips & Dessert – $3.00 Covid-19 vaccine.
of operation for the month of June will be from
8:30 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday through Thursday and SENIOR BUS – Our Senior bus is currently operating WE CAN DO THIS!
8:30 AM-12:00 PM on Friday. M-F from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM for doctor’s appoint- SEE YOU JUNE 7
ments, grocery shopping, and errands. Bus service will FOR OUR RE-OPENING!
Our center will be resuming our activities slowly, so resume to full-time hours for July, operating from 8:30
we will continue to “zoom” our exercise classes for the AM to 4:00 PM with last pick up at 3:30 PM. To Jeannie has been very busy with a few examples for
month of June and start “in-person” classes in July. In schedule bus service, call the bus line at 203-879-2078 her “Crafty Corner” Arts and Crafts classes at the senior
addition to in-person classes, we will also “zoom” the and leave your name, phone number, your address, and center! Call the senior center to sign up for her classes!
classes for those seniors who wish to stay home. address where you wish to go, along with requested
date and time for bus pick up. A minimum of 48 hours’
Jeannie will resume her “Crafty Corner” (arts and notice is needed for scheduling bus service. Fully vac-
crafts) classes beginning Monday, June 14 at 10:30 cinated people do not have to wear a mask on the bus.
AM. She will provide all materials for the “Victorian We suggest that non-vaccinated people continue to
Votive Candle” class. Please stop in and check out her wear a mask indoors but will respect their decision if
information bulletin. they choose not to wear one.
Bingo will resume in July when we open for DIAL-A-RIDE BUS – This bus service is available to
regular hours. Call the center for more details Wolcott residents, 60+ years of age or handicapped in-
at 203-879-8133. dividual on Fridays only. For a full description of serv-
ice, go to The Town of Wolcott website
Daily lunches from New Opportunities are on “hold” www.wolcottct.org under Senior Center. Call the bus
for now until we get a better idea of how many people line at 203-879-2078 to reserve bus service. If you are
are still interested in congregate lunches at the Senior currently not a participant, we will be happy to help
Center. If any senior is interested in congregate lunches you fill out an application.
provided by New Opportunities, please call us at
203-879-8133. To qualify, you must be at least 60 COVID-19 VACCINE CLINICS – Our Senior Center
years of age. The suggested donation for lunch is $3.00. has been designated as a vaccine site by Chesprocott,
our Public Health Department. The Town of Wolcott
We are continuing with weekly breakfasts and website has information for people to sign up to get
bi-monthly lunch specials giving a choice to “eat-in” phone notifications for future vaccine clinics to be held
or “drive through”. (Coffee will be served for “eat-in” at the senior center. Go to www.wolcottct.org and on
only.) A “BIG THANKS” to all the seniors who have the main page in the lower right corner you will see
supported all our drive-through breakfasts & lunch “TextMyGov”. Use your mobile phone to text “Hi” to
specials! Our weekly drive through breakfasts have 203-404-6009. You will get a text message back that
been averaging 45 sandwiches per week! The Mother’s you have been signed up to receive notifications from
Day breakfast special we served over 70 sandwiches! The Town of Wolcott regarding the next vaccine clinic
Our home-made meatball sub lunch special we served to be held at the Senior Center as well as other impor-
63 subs! Our next breakfast special will be tant notices. Our Wolcott website also has a direct link
Father’s Day breakfast on Thursday, June 17.
Call the center to order!
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Wolcott Recreation Department proudly presents:
Sunday, June 13th at 6:00PM at Peterson Park
WHITE WEDDING BAND
Sunday, June 27th at 6:00PM at Peterson Park
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Sunday, July 4th at 6:00PM at Town Green
GROUP THERAPY
Sunday, July 11th at 6:00PM at Peterson Park
KATHY THOMPSON BAND
Sunday, July 18th at 5:00PM at Town Green (Mayor’s picnic at 4:00PM)
ROCKIN’ HEARTBEATS
Sunday, July 25th at Town Green
MAD RIVER BLUES BAND
Sunday, August 1st at Peterson Park
REDZONE
Sunday, August 8th at 6:00PM at Peterson Park
SISTER FUNK
Sunday, August 15th at 6:00PM at Town Green
ACOUSTIC ROUTES
Sunday, August 22nd at 6:00PM at Town Green
CENTERLINE BAND
Sunday, August 29th 6:00PM at Peterson Park
CROSSEYED CAT
For cancelation notice call (203) 879-8100 x141
after 3:00PM on the day of the concert.
We Bring the showroom to you! Free Estimates
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continued support and donations.
Please keep the clothing donations coming. We have been
collecting thousands of pounds to benefit the needy. It is
rewarding and a lot of hard work. It constantly amazes us
how generous the Town of Wolcott is. It is the perfect time
to clean your closets, gather up items your children have
outgrown, and donate your left-over clothing, bedding,
accessories, and stuffed toys from an old tag sale.
If you would like to get involved please email
kmowad25@aol.com. If you would like to donate
please mail to Wolcott Grange, 313 Boundline Road
Wolcott, CT 06716.
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Target on Tyrrell
8th Grade student Aaron Ehmer placed Congratulations To introduce our new unit on the Holocaust, Ms. Cullen
second nationally in the Middle School and Mrs. Brammer’s classes created a graffiti wall
division of the SIFMA Foundation’s Stock to Tyrrell’s to create a record of their ideas and allow them to
Market Competition. The School community “hear” their peers’ ideas on this emotional topic.
May Students
would like to congratulate him
on this accomplishment. of the Month
Jaelyn Belval
Robert (Trey) Wallace
Grady Mears
Megan LaMontagne
Mason Hourihan
Lauren Kornhaas
Emma Langdeau
Evan Arteaga
The Tyrrell Middle School Fishing Club has been meeting on Thursdays at the Scolville Reservoir.
The members of the club have been enjoying their time fishing with their friends, and catching some fish as well.
World Language students at Tyrrell Middle School continued the tradition of our The Tyrrell Drama Club carried out the annual spring play
Annual World Language Month Food Fair, despite the limits of current COVID-19 guidelines. with a virtual performance of “The Big One-Oh”
They cooked ethnic dishes at home and shared recipes and pictures of themselves preparing the food.
which was available for students and families to watch via a
26 www.WolcottCommunityNews.com virtual link. The students put on a commendable performance,
especially considering the “virtual circumstances”.
June 2021
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Wolcott’s APPLY NOW FOR SCHOOL-AGED CHILDRENS SUMMER CLASSES
225th Anniversary
Sliding Fee
Celebration Scale For
Eligible
Wolcott’s 225th Anniversary Celebration will be 3 & 4 yr olds
held Sat., Oct. 16 and Sun., Oct., 17. Mayor
Thomas Dunn will open the celebration on Starting at
Saturday at 10 a.m. at the town green. Florence Goodman,
town historian, will give a brief history of the town and $10
Center School will be open for visitors. Mattatuck Fife and
Drum Corps will provide music. At noon everyone will be This newly remodeled, NAEYC accredited facility allows Children’s Village provides a designated space
invited to go to Woodtick Recreation Area, where most children from the time they are infants to the time they are with a nurturing and caring staff, and
events will take place. The Lion’s Club award ceremony ready to enter school for the first time, to remain at the same
for Mill Pond Runners will take place. There will be games place that they have come to feel safe, cared for, encouraged, a warm and encouraging area to explore.
and children’s activities, touch a truck, which will include
a helicopter landing, rides in golf carts on the Wolcott trail and prepared for entering preschool and beyond. We have started expanding our walking trails
and local bands will be performing. to make additional adventures available
WE ARE PRACTICING SAFE COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
On Sun. Oct. 17, opening ceremonies will be at 11:00am. Part-time or Full-time Pre-school Available
There will be a vintage baseball game at the BAW from
Noon to 3pm. The New York Mutuals will play a Hartford • Field Trips • Music Together Weekly Classes
team. The New York Mutual baseball club was established • Infants • Toddler Class • Preschool
in 1857. The team wears replicas of the actual uniform
worn by the original teams. It is the team’s mission to • Jump Bunch Program • Degreed Teachers
educate the public as to the roots of our National Pastime, • Security & Monitoring System
Baseball. There are over 200 vintage baseball teams across
the country. At the recreation area, vendors and “Taste of • 4 Acres Of Fenced Natural Playground
Wolcott” will continue. There will be a car show and the • Accepting Care 4 Kids
Library Board will provide an Animal Show. Closing
ceremonies will be at 5pm. The above is only a few of the CHILD CARE & EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Call To Schedule A Tour Of Our Newly
activities being planned for the two day celebration Remodeled Education Center !
Established 1987
Applications for vendors interested in participating in the 203-879-5300
celebration are now available. Each organization or restau- Terri Masters – Owner/Operator
rant participating in the “Taste of Wolcott” can purchase a Maggie Gugliotti – Director 545 Boundline Road, Wolcott – Across from the Library
space 10 x 10 foot. Cost for two days is $25 or $35 for OPEN 6:30AM -6:00PM
anyone that needs electricity. Anyone interested can contact
Amy Desaulniers at town hall or any committee member. www.childrensvillagect.com
Spaces will be given out on a first come first serve basis.
Tom’s Paving & Masonry Service Ph. 203-753-0844
The committee is looking for organizations interested in Fax. 203-597-9408
selling communitive items. • Driveway Paving & Sealing
• All Types of Masonry Work Richard Burton
The committee is soliciting ads for a 225th Anniversary • Stucco • Stone Walls • Steps Joan Burton
Celebration Historical Ad Booklet. The booklet will be Neal Burton
about 8.5” by 5.5”. Funds raised by ads will be used to off- • Chimneys • Fireplaces
set the town wide celebration. Roger Picard is in charge Patios • Fences • Snow Plowing Longtime Wolcott Residents
of putting the booklet together. Deadline for ads is August
31. Contact Picard for more information. Free Estimates Fully Insured Email: burtonsmonument@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.burtonsmonumentshop.com
Serving on the Anniversary Committee is Mayor Dunn; (203) 704-0004
Amy Desaulniers, Administrative Assistant; Mary Kelly,
chairperson, Roger Picard, Florence Goodman, Historian; SUPPORT YOUR
Janet Tynan, Tony Marino, and Ann Bove, publicity. FIRST RESPONDERS
The committee’s next meeting will be May 25 at 2:00pm Wolcott Volunteer Fire Department
in town hall. is looking for your support to replace
Two Tanker Trucks and One Ladder Truck in town.
Submitted by Ann Bove, for the Anniversary Committee
The current pieces of apparatus were A large percentage of our town is not serviced by
SUPPORT OUR purchased in 1983 and have already been fire hydrants. So, the tankers are critical apparatus
ADVERTISERS! refurbished. National Fire Protection Associ- in transporting large amounts of water to the
ation (NFPA) recommends replacing apparatus scene of a fire.
Wolcott Community News mails the newspaper to after 25 years. The most critical components of
over 7000 homes and business in Wolcott FREE of each of these three apparatus are 38 years old, The new apparatus will be significantly safer for
charge every month. This would not be possible with- which is 13 years past the NFPA’s recommendation our volunteer firefighters as well as the public, due
out the continued support of our loyal advertisers. for replacement! to manufacturing improvements. The estimated
cost to replace these three pieces is $3,000,000.
Their Business enables us to continue publishing the These apparatus carry all the necessary equip-
Wolcott Community News and to continue sponsoring ment for an emergency, as well as water for a fire.
and supporting our local community
Please vote “YES” on Saturday, June 26th
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR at Wolcott High School from 8AM - 8PM
ADVERTISERS WHEN YOU If you have any questions, please contact the Fire Chief’s office 203-879-7621
OR email kdunn@wolcottvfd.com
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Help Wanted
Teacher’s Aide to assist in supporting classroom teachers
with routines and activities as well as relieve staff for
breaks and planning time. Experience with young children
in a group setting plus early childhood education credits
is a plus.The ability to remain flexible in working different
schedules and with children and other staff members is a
necessity. Please, mail or drop off resume or call Maggie
at 203-879-5300. Children’s Village, 545 Bound Line
Road, Wolcott.
Part-Time Drivers wanted. P/T Drivers wanted: To
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Excellent pay! Start immediately! Sign on bonus!
Call Cardinal Driving Services at 203-879-6221
Landscaping help wanted Part time. Mature experi-
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gardens, etc.Experience with equipment operation and
maintenanceFlexible hours including weekends.
Text contact info to : 203-592-6272
House Cleaning
Does it seem impossible to keep the house clean and still
have time to take care of you? Odineia Cleaning Service
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Landscaping/Lawncare
Prime Cut Lawn Service: Spring cleanup, mowing, hedge
trimming, mulch delivery and spreading, top soil delivery
and spreading, lawn repair, hydroseeding, drainage snow-
plowing. No job too small. Free estimates. Fully insured.
Military and senior discounts. Call Joe@ (203) 704-0185
Machine Services Stump Removal LCOTT CONGREGATIONAL CHUR
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Stone Driveway Repair. Small stump removal. Stump Grinding: Removal of unwanted stumps. Call by the Green”
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Call Joe @ (203) 704-0185 for a free estimate 203-704-0821. WO 203-879-1293 CH
Pet Sitting/Home Sitting Topsoil Worship services in house
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Planning on finally going away? Pet Sitting, Home Top soil, mulch, stone deliveries. Spreading available. Mask required.
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Remodeling Contractors Scully Travel: Call us for all your travel needs at June 2021
203-879-2593.
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modeling. Kitchens, Bathrooms, Decks, Windows, Doors, Tree Service
Siding, Floors, Snowplowing and more. Insured #HIC-
0623837. Call Dave Albert @203-879-4731. Mr. Treeman Tree Service. Professional Tree Removal,
Stump Grinding, Chipping, Hedge Trimming.
Call Ronald Lacombe at 203-879-3645
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Wakelee Kids NEWS! Wakelee
Book
Buddies
Grade 2 students were able to fully
explore their plant unit
with this hands-on experience
of growing their very own plants.
As a result, students were able
to bring their
plants home
as a gift to
their mothers
in celebration of
Mother’s Day.
April Wakelee Super Readers
Miss Stec – Blake Brousseau Mrs. Kane – Cecelia Lopez
Mrs. Colgate – Nickolas Alvarez Mrs. Abucewicz – Hailey Intizarri
Mrs. Murphy – Leo Perez Mrs. McCasland – Lucy Harris
Mrs. Montowski – Leah Watkins Mrs. Giglio – Elizabeth Hughes
Mrs. Talbot – Dominic Torcello
Miss Jenkins – Zeynep Aga
Mrs. Couture – Garrett Austin Mrs. D’Alessandro – Riley Tarwood
Mrs. Klemenz – Elizabeth Lame
Mrs. Matozzo – Riley Mikienis Mrs. Calabro – Ronald Wood
Mrs. Ciarleglio – Tucker Lyons Mrs. Nori – Joslin Larkin
Mrs. Falencki – Lucian Morrone Miss DiTota – Elsa Zhuta
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Wolcott Board of Education
Please remember that staffing and public health issues Hello Wolcott families! The Food Service Depart- Wolcott Public Schools
can cause our schedules to change with little notice. ment has been very busy over the last few months. Directors 2020-2021
Since the pandemic started in March, the Wolcott
COVID-19 is spread mainly via person-to-person contact Food Service Department has served over 127,000 meals; Central Office – 203 879-8183
through contaminated air droplets from coughing and all at no charge! w Superintendent of Schools:
sneezing by an infected person. As with controlling the Dr. Anthony Gasper. –203 879-8183
spread of other viruses, we urge everyone to discuss the On Thursday, October 22, 2020 Wolcott Public Schools w Business Manager:
following preventive measures with your children and was approved to continue feeding all children for free Mr. Todd Bendtsen – 203 879-8180
family members: • Wash your hands frequently, but espe- until June 30, 2021. This means that every child, whether w Assistant Superintendent:
cially after using the restroom and before preparing or con- they are learning from home or eating inside the building Mr. Shawn Simpson – 203 879-8430
suming food. Using soap and hot water, wash for about 20 will receive a free breakfast and lunch; if they choose. w Director of Student Services & Alternative Programs:
seconds. Be sure to also wash your fingertips. When soap Mr. Kevin Hollis – 203 879-8178
and water are not available, use hand sanitizer. • Avoid If you have any questions regarding this matter, w Supervisor of Special Education:
coughing or sneezing into your hands or in the air. Always please reach out to Nicole Lefebvre, Mrs. Rosa Ramalhete – 203 879-8178
try to cough or sneeze into a tissue, then throw the tissue w Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance – 203 879-8180
away. If you don’t have a tissue, cough/sneeze inside the Food Service Director, at 203-879-8145 Supervisor: Ms. Jessica Abbott
elbow of your arm. or by email at nlefebvre@wolcottps.org
Wolcott High School – 203 879-8164
• As much as you can, avoid touching your eyes, mouth, Wolcott Board of Education w Principal: Mr. Walter Drewry
and nose. Committee Assignments 2019-2021 w Assistant Principal: Mr. Bryan MacKay
w Assistant Principal: Mr. Joseph Morgan
• Wear a face covering (mask) whenever there is a likeli- FINANCE CHAIRMAN – Tony Gugliotti
hood that you or your family members will be in the Tyrrell Middle School – 203 879-8151
presence of others. Budget Sean Hughes w Principal: Mr. Joseph Norcross
w Assistant Principal: Mr. Daniel Caetano
• Maintain social distancing (at least 6 feet) between your- Transportation Roberta Leonard
self and others when outside of your home. Alcott Elementary School – 203 879-8160
Future School Needs w Principal: Mr. Matthew Calabrese
• Be mindful and watch for the symptoms of COVID-19 in
yourself and family members: Activity Funds Frisbie Elementary School - 203 879-8146
w Principal: Mrs. Kimberly Murtaugh
￭ Fever (100.4° Fahrenheit or higher) NEGOTIATIONS CHAIRMAN – Paul D’Angelo
￭ Chills or shaking chills Wakelee Elementary School – 203 879-8154
￭ Uncontrolled new cough (not due to other known cause, All Contracts Chris Charette w Principal: Mrs. Deborah Osvald
such as chronic cough) Tim McMurray WHS Athletics – 203 879-8173
￭ Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath w Director: Mr. Tyler Meccariello
￭ New loss of taste or smell FACILITIES CHAIRMAN – Chris Charette
Tyrrell Athletics – 203 879-8173
For additional information on COVID-19 symptoms, Building Tony Gugliotti w Coordinator: Mr. Tyler Meccariello
please see: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-
ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html Food Service Paul D’Angelo District Compliance Officers
a) Title VI (race, color, national origin) - Mr. Matthew
Staff and students exhibiting any of the above symptoms, Atheletic Advisory Tim McMurray Calabrese, Alcott Elementary School Principal –203 879-8430
or feeling ill, should remain home and call their medical b) Title IX (sex equity) - Mr. Matthew Calabrese,
provider to report their symptoms and ask about testing Health & Safety Alcott Elementary School Principal –203 879-8160
prior to seeking in-person care at a clinic, physician’s c) Age Discrimination - Mr. Matthew Calabrese,
office, or hospital. OPERATIONS Alcott Elementary School Principal –203 879-8430
d) Section 504 (handicap) - Mr. Walter Drewry,
For more information on what to do if you or a family & PROGRAMS CHAIRMAN – Roberta Leonard Wolcott High School Principal, –203 879-8164
member has possible symptoms, a diagnosis, or exposure e) Americans with Disabilities (ADA)- Mr. Kevin Hollis –
to COVID-19, please see Addendum 5: Interim Policy Kelly Mazza 203 879-8178
Guidance for Responding to COVID-19 Scenarios in Con- f) Homeless Liaison - Mr. Joseph Norcross,
necticut School Districts, available here: Curriculum Kathy Cordone Tyrrell Middle School Principal –203 879-8151
https://portal.ct.gov/SDE/COVID19/COVID-19-Re-
sourcesfor-Families-and-Educators/Addendums-and-FAQs PERSONNEL CHAIRMAN – Kelly Mazza It is the policy of the Wolcott Board of Education that no person shall be excluded from
participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any
We are closely monitoring this situation and working with Job Descriptions Sean Hughes program because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry,
Chesprocott Health District. If you have questions, please material status, sexual orientation, mental retardation, past or present history of mental
do not hesitate to contact me. Please remember that all Review Kathy Cordone disorder, learning disability or physical disability.
students and staff members should stay home when they
have any symptoms of any illness at all. Parlimentarian Tony Gugliotti AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Kindergarten Aces Representative Roberta Leonard Wolcott Latchkey Program
Registration Reminder Registration for 2021-2022
Wolcott Board of Education
Email Contacts New Family Registration
opened on Thursday, April 1, 2021
Mrs. Cynthia Mancini – Chairman — CMancini@wolcottps.org
Mr. Paul D’Angelo - Vice Chairman — PDangelo@wolcottps.org Families who receive Kindergarten
packets will receive a Latchkey
Ms. Roberta Leonard – Secretary — RLeonard@wolcottps.org
Mr. Christopher Charette — CCharette@wolcottps.org Registration Packet in their paperwork.
Mrs. Kathleen Cordone — KCordone@wolcottps.org
Mr. Paul D’Angelo — PDangelo@wolcottps.org Registration packets are located
Mr. Anthony Gugliotti — TGugliotti@wolcottps.org at the Wolcott Latchkey Program
Mr. Sean Hughes — SHughes1@wolcottps.org
Mrs. Kelly Mazza — KMazza@wolcottps.org Latchkey is located in the cafeteria at Frisbie,
Mr. Timothy McMurray — TMcmurray1@wolcottps.org Wakelee, and Alcott Elementary School
Dr. Anthony Gasper — AGasper@wolcottps.org You may pick up a registration packet
during the hours of Latchkey
Reminder that any child residing in Wolcott who will ATTENTION: 7:00-8:30AM or 3:30-5:30PM
be five years old on or before January 1, 2021 should
be registered for Kindergarten for the 2021-2022 School Wolcott Public Schools Registration packets are also available at the Assistant
Year. Please visit the District website at www.wolcottps.org is Looking for Nurses Superintendents Office located at Alcott School from
to pre-register your child online or contact one of the and Substitute Teachers
elementary schools Principals for additional information. 8:00AM – 4:00PM
If you are in any Wolcott District Pre-K, you still must Please Apply at
register for Kindergarten. www.wolcottps.org *Registration packets will not be available
until the above dates*
Alcott - Matt Calabrese 203-879-8160
Frisbie - Kimberly Murtaugh 203-879-8146 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wakelee – Deborah Osvald – 203-879-8154 • Read your registration packets thoroughly!
• Per state law, we may only register 80 children for
Wolcott Public Schools - 2020-2021 School Hours
the morning and afternoon sessions. We are on a first-
Normal Early 2 Hour 3 Hour come-first-served basis.
School Day Dismissal Delayed Opening Delayed Opening • You must return your registration packets with a non-
refundable fee of $25.00 per child to be registered or on
All Elementary Schools 8:55AM – 3:20PM 1:20PM 10:55AM 11:55AM the waiting list.
• Per state law, all fields must be filled in on your
Tyrrell Middle School 8:00AM – 2:25PM 12:25PM 10:00AM 11:00AM application, or it cannot be accepted.
Wolcott High School 7:30AM – 1:55PM 12:00NOON 9:30AM 10:30AM
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Wolcott Public Schools – School Calendar 2020-2021
WOLCOTT BOARD
OF EDUCATION
Top Left to Right: Mr. Timothy McMurray; Chair-
man Mrs. Cynthia Mancini; Superintendent Dr. An-
thony Gasper;
Vice Chairman Mr. Paul D’Angelo; Mr. Christopher
Charette
Lower Left to Right: Mr. Anthony Gugliotti; Sec-
retary Ms. Roberta Leonard;
Mrs. Kathleen Cordone; Mrs. Kelly Mazza; Mr.
Sean Hughes
Facilities Naming We can accommodate up to 12 snow days by adding onto the year in June beginning with June 14th. If more than 12 snow days
occur they will be made up during the April vacation beginning with the 9th and moving backward through the week.
Committee
Wolcott Public Schools – School Calendar 2021-2022
The Wolcott Board of Education has formed a Facilities
Naming Committee as per Policy 7551.
Members of the Committee are as Follows:
Cynthia Mancini Chairman of the Board
Tony Gasper Superintendent
Chris Charette Chairman of the Committee,
Member of the BOE, and
Facilities Committee Chairman
Kathy Cordone Board of Education Member
Kelly Mazza Board of Education Member
Bryan MacKay Administrator
Matt Craig Teacher
Linda Ligi Parent
Dom Angiolillo Resident
Dane Joseph Hassan Resident
Wolcott Board of Education
2021-2022 Meeting Schedule
All meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the
month unless otherwise indicated.
All In-Person Board of Education meetings will be held at
7:30 p.m. in the Tyrrell Middle School’s Large Group
Instruction Room unless otherwise indicated.
All virtual meetings are recorded and archived on the
wolcottps.org website, under “Board of Education”.
FIRST SECOND
JUNE 7 (Monday) 21 (Monday)
JULY 12 (Monday – BOE)
AUGUST 09 (Monday - BOE) 23 (Monday- BOE ) A REWARDING CAREER AWAITS YOU
SEPTEMBER 07 (Tuesday) 20 (Monday)
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DECEMBER 13 (Monday) children. It is a great job for retirees and anyone who Wolcott Terminal, 515 Wolcott Road, 203-879-1334
likes to drive. Paid training classes are starting now!
JANUARY 10 (Monday) 25 to 35 hours per week once you are licensed. No
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MARCH 07 (Monday) 21 (Monday)
APRIL 04 (Monday) 25 (Monday)
MAY 09 (Monday) 23 (Monday)
JUNE 06 (Monday) 20 (Monday)
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Marita Wolcott $220,000 - 3 BR Ranch features eat-in Wolcott $235,900 - Lovely 3 BR Ranch on a nice Waterbury $124,900 - 6 Room, 3 BR Ranch on Patricia
Calabro kitchen with granite counter tops, LR w/fireplace, level lot; eat-in kitchen, LR with wood burning large corner lot, close to park; eat-in kitchen, DR Monnerat
2 full baths, hardwood floors, sun porch, large fireplace, lower level FR w/wood stove and & LR w/hardwood floors, detached garage with
Sandra 1 car garage, septic tank in 2017 and newer workshop area, lots of storage space, 1 car garage, loft workshop; needs TLC. Minutes away from Stephen
Deschenes furnace, large back yard. Ask for Steve Monnerat. large deck overlooking level back yard, city sewer. city amenities! Ask for Marita Calabro. Monnerat
Ask for Lucienne Marsella.
J.R. Waterbury $150,000 - This large 4 bedroom Waterbury $225,000 - Lovely 3 BR Ranch in Cheshire $369,900 - Large 8 room, 2 BR, 1.5 bath Linda
Donorfio Colonial features kitchen, dining room, 2 full country club area; eat-in kitchen w/wide plank Ranch w/endless possibilities; enough space for an Norman
baths, level lot with a detached 2 car garage. floors, partial brick wall with grill & slider to deck, office, retail store, or other home business, large,
Armenia Ask for Sandy Deschenes. LR w/brick fireplace, MBR w/half bath, heated garage plus 3 car detached garage and a Ken
DePinho upper level full bath w/whirlpool tub, lower post & beam barn; all on 1 acre corner lot. Ask for Reeder
level FR w/full bath, 2 car garage. Ask for Linda Sali Barolli.
Gene Fercodini. Michael
Fercodini Salvio
WOLCOTT LAND
Brian Chris
Flynn $105,000 - The Preserve $132,900 - The Preserve $200,000 - 2 Separate Stoddard
subdivision; Wooded subdivision; .75 acre lots being sold as one
Ed 1+ acre lot on cul-de- wooded lot on cul-de- package. Maps & Jack
Haddad sac; u/g utilities, sewers sac; sewers & u/g survey available. Synnott
available utilities available.
Lynn BRISTOL Derek
Lombardi $115,000 - Last lot in $132,900 - Beautiful Turbacuski
sub-division of upscale wooded lot in Oakridge $84,900 - Cedar Lake area
homes! 1.16 acres, on Subdivision; 1+ acres building lot, suitable for a
cul-de-sac. Deed restric- w/u/g utilities & sewers single family home!
tions available. available. Owners may join the Lake
Association.
SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD
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Make An Appointment Now To View Our Listings
Or Call Us To Build Your Dream Home!
WE HAVE MANY LOTS AVAILABLE!
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