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Saturday, March 27, 2010UPDATE: The dog and owners have been reunited.
A female black lab with no collar was found by a resident in the Blueberry Hill Reserve area. New classes have been added to the docent training program at Hammonasset Beach State Park's Meigs Point Nature Center for anyone who is interested in being a "meeter and greeter" at the center but not becoming a full-fledged docent.
The two-hour meter-greeter training class will be offered on Thursday, April 8, from 2-4 p.m., and again on Saturday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to noon. The classes are intended to familiarize participants with the nature center, its mission and offerings so they can welcome visitors, orient them to the center's exhibits and grounds and answer questions. The center is in need of docents and greeters, and a comprehensive docent training program is under way for those interested in helping the center's staff teach school children and other visitors about the park, its environment and wildlife. Docent training, held at the center, is free and is offered in seven different two-hour modules, focusing on the meter-greeter program or one aspect of the park's habitat and its indigenous wildlife: rocky shore, sandy beach, salt marsh, snakes, turtles and a "touch tank" that holds clams, oysters, starfish, crabs and other sea creatures that visitors can pick up and examine. The turtle and touch-tank classes have been completed for this season. Remaining classes in the program are as follows: Snakes April 3, 10 a.m.-noon Rocky Shore April 24, 10 a.m.-noon Salt Marsh April 1, 2-4 p.m., May 8, 10 a.m.-noon Sandy Beach April 15, 2-4 p.m., May 22, 10 a.m.-noon Meeter/greeter April 8, 2-4 p.m., April 17, 10 a.m.-noon All classes are limited to 25 participants; contact the Meigs Point Nature Center at (203) 245-8743 or (203) 245-8745 to enroll or obtain additional information. Friday, March 26, 2010The Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority invites shoreline residents to recycle old electronics on Saturday, April 3rd at Madison's Hammonasset Beach State Park from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM! Accepted electronics include computers, telephones (both cell and land line), televisions, copiers, printers, VCRs, and microwaves. Any hard drives will be erased or destroyed.
Electronics are a danger to the environment when disposed of improperly because they contain toxic materials such as lead and mercury. If you are unable to make the event but would still like to participate, call (203) 318-0242 to arrange for a pick up of your electronics. For more information, go to http://www.crra.org/pages/recy_electronics.htm, or call (203) 318-0242. To the Editor: Read More »« Show Less While I firmly believe in everyone's right to their own opinion no one has a right to their own reality. As a parent of a child in the HK school system I demand that we teach our children factual information based on scientific method and not opinions regarding theology that are just plain unknowable to mortal man. Evolution is based on the very same scientific principles that bring us sterile surgery, biopharmaceutical development, Astros physics, and so many other feats of research that over the past few decades have revolutionized mankind. Creationism is a belief that can never be tested or observed. Creationism can only be felt by the believer. Thursday, March 25, 2010Deep down inside are you an artiste? Would you like to try your hand at a hands-on workshop to learn how to draw? Retired graphic designer and illustrator Edward Rosado will teach a free two-part workshop on Drawing at the Killingworth Library on April 10 and April 17. The first workshop covers basic drawing, and the second workshop is figure drawing. Attend one or both days.
These classes for beginners and intermediates may just bring out your hidden artistic talent! Learn how to draw using different media such as charcoal, pencil, pen and ink. Rosado has over 45 years experience and offers individual instruction in a small group setting. Young adults through seniors are welcomed. Art materials will be provided. This free workshop will be held from 10 am until noon on Saturday, April 10 and Saturday, April 17. Please note that space is limited. Please sign up at the library for one class or both, or call the library to have your name added to the list. UPDATE: The April 10th date is FULL.  Kevin Rand  Recipients were as follows: First Place medals: Elliot Boscoe(2), Kevin Rand Second Place medals: Elliot Boscoe, Dan German(2), Nate Silas, Ryan Silas, John Webber Third Place medals: Ben Belliveau, Elliot Boscoe, Dan German, Cody McLean, Nick Neptin, Ben Sumner The coordinators of the competition complimented all participants on their camaraderie and support of each other during the event while noting their pending rivalries on the playing field come fall. Photo and write up courtesy J. Rand Hip Hop Dance with Austin Dailey
The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is offering a Hip Hop Dance class this spring for students in grades K – 6. Class will be offered on Thursdays, April 1 - May 20 (no 4/15) at the HK HS Cafeteria from 4:30 - 5:15 pm (K - 3) and 5:30 - 6:30 pm (Gr. 4 - 6). The fee is $75. Non-residents please add $10. Classes will cover the foundation of break dance, popping and waving, hip hop steps, party moves, popular party line dances, and innovative dance games. Join professional Hip Hop instructor Austin Dailey AKA Bboy Red Supreme as he shows students his creative approach to teaching street funk moves. Students will discover and develop their own freestyle ability. Besides learning new dance skills and some history about Hip Hop, Austin's main goal is to get kids to build their self image through the benefits of dance. Only the hottest and appropriate dance music is used in class, so come find the beat and get funky when moving your feet. All beginners are welcome and no experience is needed. For more information and how to register, please call the Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department at 345-8334. Chris Corkum's Baseball Clinic The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is offering Baseball Clinic for boys and girls ages 8 - 12 years old on Thursday and Friday, April 15th and 16th from 9:00 - 12:00 p.m. at the HK High School Fieldhouse. The fee is $65 (non-residents add $10). The Camp is run by Chris Corkum's Baseball Inc. Participants will have the opportunity to start the season learning proper fundamentals. Program will consist of a series of drills and instructional games which will educate, train, and bring out the best in all ability levels. Throwing, hitting, and team play are the major areas of concentration. Please call the HK Recreation Dept. at 345-8334 for more information and to register. To the Editor:
This letter is in response to the article about Chester Harris (the new Board of Ed member) and his views on evolution vs. creationism. As a child and young adult, I had a tough time reconciling this issue, as my father is a Micropaleontologist who did scientific research for the Smithsonian, and our family attended church on a fairly regular basis. Since I was old enough to grasp the concept of evolution, there has been no doubt in my mind that it is fact. Yet I have always believed that intelligent design is the true basis for our existence here. Talk about a conundrum! At some point in my young adulthood the concept of symbolism came onto my radar, and that was truly an 'AHA!' moment for me. It allowed me to accept the teachings in the Bible as representative of scientifically proven facts and events. Hence, from my perspective, evolution can be taught in school without negating religious beliefs. While this viewpoint might not sit well with everyone, it works for me! Respectfully submitted, Annette S. Cook Wednesday, March 24, 2010The Killingworth Scholarship Association is offering scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are residents of Killingworth. Applications must be submitted by e-mail and are available through our website at www.KillingworthToday.com/KSA. The application deadline is March 31st.
The application process involves completion of a questionnaire and an essay, followed by an interview for selected applicants. Interviews are held in late April and early May. The Killingworth Scholarship Association has awarded $117,250 to 169 outstanding students since 1986. Each year, the committee, which consists of community volunteers, reviews applications from an impressive group of young men and women. Based on their academic achievement, character, leadership skills, and participation in school and community activities, the committee selects several students for the scholarships. Income is not a consideration. The amount of each scholarship varies depending on both the number of successful applicants and the amount of money received through donations and fundraising activities. If you are interested in supporting our scholarship fund, please send your tax-deductible contribution to: The Killingworth Scholarship Association, Inc., c/o Robin Chasse, Treasurer, PO Box 653, Killingworth, CT 06419.  Proceeds from the sale will directly fund the Association's scholarships which are awarded annually to graduating high school seniors who live in Killingworth. Click to download order form. If you have any questions, please call Wendy Hopwood at (860) 663-2850. Pick up date for items is APRIL 1, 3-6 p.m. at the rear entrance to the Firehouse. Healthcare Reform Comes to America - and Killingworth Read More »« Show Less 1. Once reform is fully implemented, over 95% of Americans will have health insurance coverage, including 32 million who are currently uninsured.2 Newly elected Region 17 Board of Education member Chester Harris, from Haddam Neck, recently met with several high school science teachers and school administrators to discuss his opposition to teaching evolution in the schools. Read about his views in a recent profile in The Courant.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010 Earth Day will celebrate its 40th year on April 22, 2010. Can you believe it? With awareness of our planet's issues in the news every day, there is no shortage of ways you can involve yourself in an Earth Day activity to help make a positive difference. If you haven't done so already, one very easy way you can directly make a difference - as well as benefit our town and our planet - is to select either Sterling Planet or Community Energy as your alternative electricity provider.  Both of these suppliers generate electricity from renewable resources, e.g., solar, wind or hydro (or a mixture of these methods) and are the pre-negotiated suppliers for the CT Municipal Solar Program mentioned above. It only takes seconds to make the change; a matter of checking the box on a form. You will still get a single bill from CL&P and CL&P will not charge you anything to make the change. Come to the Library on Tuesday, March 23rd from 7-8pm. Representatives from your Energy Task Force will be there to assist you with understanding and switching over to one of the two options mentioned above. If you can't make it, there will be additional dates and times on Saturdays during the month of April. A time schedule will be published shortly. We hope you will come speak with us at any of these events, so we can help you in making this important switch! On behalf of the Killingworth Clean Energy Task Force, thank you! The Killingworth Ambulance Association will be holding there annual meeting on Wednesday March 24, 2010, at Killingworth Ambulance Association on Route 81. The purpose of this meeting is to elect the Board of Directors, Officers of the Association and set the annual dues. The meeting will be held at 8:00PM. All associate members are invited.
 The Killingworth Lions Club is pleased to again sponsor its annual Spring Egg Hunt, taking place this coming Saturday, March 27, at KES, on the rear playing field. The event is open to all Killingworth children, from pre-K through 4th grade.  The hunt will begin promptly at 11:00 AM. The weather looks like it will cooperate (fingers crossed….), so come on out and join us. The playground promises to be busy, and we might just have a very special bunny visitor before the hunt begins. If weather turns out to be an issue, please check back here on Killingworth Today for an update. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you on Saturday!Monday, March 22, 2010 Onsite registration and check-in will begin at 7:30 am at the Essex Town Hall on West Avenue. The Backward Mile race, open to runners older than 18, begins at 8:30 am; the Lollipop run at 8:50 am; and the 5K race/walk at 9 am. T-shirts will be given to the first 100 Backward Mile and 5k participants. April Fools hats will be given to the winners of the Backward Mile and 5K races. In addition, the top two winners in each 10-year age bracket will receive hats. Literacy Volunteers provides basic reading, writing and English as a Second Language tutoring at no charge to adults in Valley Shore area towns including Killingworth. Please visit www.vsliteracy.org for more info or to make a donation.  The library also offers passes to: the Children's Museum of Southeastern CT (in Niantic); Mystic Aquarium; Mystic Seaport; the Old State House; the Peabody Museum; the Pequot Museum; Regional Water Authority hiking trails; and the Wadsworth Atheneum. Library card holders may reserve passes in person or by phone, 860-663-2000. A full list of the passes and their discounts are available at the circulation desk.  The Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company responded to the following incidents during the week beginning Sunday, March 14, 2010: Sunday: March 14: • 00:23:46 Electrical Fire Pole/Wire, Route 81. Monday: March 15: • 10:57:53 Fire Alarm, Route 81. Tuesday: March 16: • 11:55:31 Medical Call, Bunker Hill Road. • 15:42:36 MVA, Route 81. • 22:46:03 CO Alarm, Boulder Trail. Wednesday: March 17: • 15:07:13 Medical Call, Chittenden Road. Friday: March 18: • 21:37:30 Medical Call, Burr Hill Road. The HKHS Boys Swimming and Diving Team finished a strong fourth in the Class S Championships held at Wesleyan University last Thursday. The fourth place finish is the highest that the team has seen in years. A water main break that postponed the meet for two days did not upset the team which came determined to swim hard and break more school records. Ryan Buys, who has dominated in the 100 Butterfly all season, lowered his own newly set school record from just a few days earlier. Swimming the 100 Butterfly in 52.12, Buys earned All State honors and is the new Class S State champion. Other notable performances came from Jeff Ludington in the 100 Freestyle where he placed 4th in 50.29 missing All State honors by one place or 9/100 of a second, and the 100 Backstroke where he finished 5th in 57.70. The 200 Medley relay consisting of Ludington, Ryan Blewett, Buys, and Jamie Verney placed 3rd in 1:43.60 again missing All State honors by one place but gaining a new school record. Other finishes came from Buys placing 7th in the 200 Freestyle (1:53.01); Blewett placing 8th in the 100 Breaststroke (1:07.37) and 19th in the 200 IM (2:18.28); Reece Gesick placing 8th (279.05) in Diving; RJ Moore placing 9th in the 100 Butterfly (58.60) and 17th in the 200 IM (2:14.78); Verney placing 16th in both the 50 Freestyle (24.48) and the 100 Backstroke (1:07.06); Richie Afragola placing 21st in the 100 Breaststroke (1:10.52); Blewett, Clayton Rountree, Tanner Kahre, and Moore placing 10th in the 200 Freestyle relay (1:39.90); and Buys, Moore, Verney, and Ludington placing 8th in the 400 Freestyle relay (3:31.87). Sunday, March 21, 2010Meeting of the Board of Selectmen Monday, March 22, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Town Office Building 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge Of Allegiance 3. 3. Approval of Minutes of Meeting March 4, 2010 4. Visitors: Concerning Items on the Agenda 5. Tax Abatements & Refunds: 6. Vacancies: (A) Cable Advisory Council - 1 (B) Conservation Comm. - 1 (C) Estuary Council of Seniors - 2 (D) CRERPA Rep. BOS -1 (E) Housing Partnership- 3 (F) Parmelee Steering Comm. 1 (G) Public Health agency - 1 (H) Town Office Building Comm.- 2 7. Appointments: F. Parmelee Steering Comm. - Douglas E. Ewers 8. Old Business: A. Award of Bid for River Road Bridge #04712 B. Municipal Website 9. New Business: A. Approval of Tri-State Trek July 23-25, 2010 - bicyclists travel through Town Boston to New York (8th annual) B. Extend Appointment of Interim Health Director C. Lead Poisoning Prevention & Control Grant D. MLUC - STEAP Grant E. Proposal to Amend Inspection Fee Ordinance F. Assessor Appointment 10. Executive Session: Personnel 11. First Selectwoman's Comments 12. Selectmen's Comments 13. Visitor Comments: General 14. Adjournment Printable version |
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