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CuSTom REmoDElIng: Spe-cializing in bathrooms, kitchens, restorations. We do additions, decks, windows, doors and historical restorations. For all your home improvement needs! Call John 860-738-1502 or Pat 860-589-2267. JP Country Builders, LLC. Since 1988, Lic. #0621710. www.jpcountrybuilders.com

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ConCRETE FounDATIonS: and Excavation. Homes, addi-tions, garages. Jenco Construction Co LLC. Lic #522826. 860-243-1058

Serving the Valley for over 30 years, Village Automotive Center technicians can take care of all of your auto repair needs, from routine maintenance to major engine repairs. Routine service to your vehicle not only keeps your car running smoothly and efficiently, it saves you money in the long run. Trust the experts at Village Automotive to keep you moving.

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InTERIoR pAInTIng: & paper hanging. Home/historic resto-ration. Preparation specialist. Insured, CT HIC # 0619457. Charter Painting & Restoration. www.charterpainting.com. 860-646-7668.

SImSbuRy AnD EAST gRAnby: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent. Please call Fish Enterprises for more infor-mation, 860-677-1381.

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bAbySITTIng ClASS: 11 to 15 year olds can learn American Red Cross skills and techniques to become a babysitter. Save 10% when you register online with coupon code 07038VC. www.ctredcross.org

FoR SAlE: 2 adult ski tickets to Okemo, valid 7 days a week, $60 each. 860-729-5569.

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CalendarMarch Sunday Readings by the River at 4 p.m. sponsored by the Farm-ington River Literary Arts Center, 40 Mill Ln., Farmington. www.frlac.org, 860-677-9662. March Theme is The Farmington River. March 20th, 2011, Keith Wilbert, from the Farming-ton Valley Angler’s Assoc., will speak to the Joy of Fishing the Farmington River. Open mic. March 27th, 2011 Sarah Hincks, FRWA director, will present ‘The Importance of the Wild and Scenic Designation for the river.’ Open mic to follow. Adm. $10.00 20% Founder’s disc. Open mic’s are free.

March 1 –March 31 “Canton Public Schools Student Art Exhibit” at Canton Public Library. Library hours are Mon.-Thurs. 10-8. Fri. and Sat. 10-5, and Sun. 1-4. 860-693-5800 or www.cantonpubliclibrary.org

March 25, 7 p.m. & March 26 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Music Man musical, Granby Memorial High School, Tick-ets: Patrons $25., Adults $10, Students $8, available at the door or reserve tickets in advance at [email protected].

KEN’S Home ImprovementCall Today for all your home improvement needs, We do it all... large or small. Including: Finished basements, room restorations, painting, interior / exterior trim installation and repair, doors, windows, decks, gutters, roof repair, and much, much more...

Attention:Spring thaw is right around the corner, call ASAP to get your house on the list for basement flood pumping. All details for pumping service will be available when you call for reservation. Don’t Wait!!! Warm weather is near, it’s going to be a very sloppy spring, protect your house now.

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SImSbuRy ConDo REnTAl: 2 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, finished walk-out base-ment, newly remodeled end unit. Available 4/1. $1600/month. No Pets. Call Karen 860-651-3325.

FoR SAlE: 2005 Toyota Camry 67K, PS/PB/AC, Black, All Serviced. Call Cahill’s Motor Cars. 860-653-0840.

FoR REnT SImSbuRy: 3-4 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, 2 full baths, laundry hook-ups, heat included, a must see. Call Gail 860-916-2012.

CAmERA hElp: A personal one-on-one session that will teach you the basics of shooting with your DSLR. Harness your camera’s full potential! Great for beginners and intermediates. $50 for an hour session. 860-670-1862.

hElp WAnTED: Administrative Assistant, part-time. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and Mac computer skills. Quickbooks experience a plus. Please call Wendy at 860-413-9988.

A Specialty Food Store

Full Service Catering In Store Entree

Pick-upQuality Meats

Gourmet Foods

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BaRREL-CURED CORNED BEEFOur St. Patrick’s Day Pick-up Feast!

CornEd BEEF, CABBAGE, PotAtoES, IrISh SodA BrEAd, YuMMY dESSErt

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Specializing in Northern Italian Cuisine

Pub Menu Available

Special Occasions

6 Hartland Blvd. East Hartland, CT860-653-4724 • www.cuginos-hartland.com

Cugino’s RestaurantWeddings • Parties • Meetings

“We’re Back!”Closed Mon., Open Sun. 12-9, Tues.-Sat. 3-10

St. PatrickS Day!!

corned Beef and cabbage

Lucinda’sBEAD SHOPPE

55 Poquonock Ave., Windsor860-683-2169 • www.lucindasbeads.com

TRUNK SHOWMarch 22-27

Lampwork Beads handmade in the US by Grace Beads

Ursula’s Cleaning LLC BEST

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SuRFACE hAIR hEAlTh ART: All organic Vegan products. Trinity Volume Treatment. Increase diameter of hair up to 100%. Call Mitchell Hair Design by Bill Francis, Simsbury, 860-658-0311.

DEADbolTS: and doorknobs, locks and keys, that’s my busi-ness, and I aim to please. Door closers, door knockers, even safes, too. No need to fuss, because I’ll come to you. Lic. # 560129. 24-hour emergency service. Lock, Stock & Barrel Locksmithing, Simsbury, 860-658-0542.

look AnD FEEl gREAT: and enjoy immediate results with customized spa treatments at Victoria’s Beauty Center Organic Day Spa. Free manicure with sig-nature Eminence Organic Facial for new clients. 860-677-7238. www.victoriasbeautycenter.com. [email protected]. Avon, CT.

buRT TEAguE: appearing Friday, March 4th at the Hub Bar & Grille, 192 Albany Turnpike, Rt. 44, Canton. 860-693-0062.

ChIlDREn’S Room ARTWoRk: Artwork for your baby’s nursery or child’s bed-room. Handmade to match decor or bedding in room. Local artist focuses on child’s name or ini-tials. Contact Annie Lane 860-490-6880.

SpRIng hAS ARRIvED: at J. Foster Ice Cream! Come on in! Ice cream, gelatos, sorbets, frozen yogurts, Italian ice, sherbet and soft-serve. Rt. 44 & Bailey Rd., Avon. 894 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury. 860-676-2663. Open Thurs. - Sun. www.jfostericecream.com.

DAnISh ChRISTmAS plATES: Bing and Grundahl, 12 plates from 1904-1970. Plus 6 B&G seagull dessert plates. Plus 2 large Hitchcok Mirrors. Call 860-693-6762 for Information.

bookCASE FoR SAlE: Black with walnut-stained beadboard backing. Very solid, nice looking. 6 months old. I made a decorat-ing mistake and can’t use. 6’ tall X 36” wide X 12” deep. 2 draw-ers at bottom. Paid $400. Asking $250 or best offer. Will email photos. 860-658-6791.

Arrestsmaryanne SaigadoWindsor locks, CT3/06/2011 - Operating unregistered MV, Operation while un-der the influence, Unsafe backing, Failure to obey control sign.

patrick AliersCollinsville, CT3/05/2011 - Fail to renew registration, Operation while under the influence, Failure to drive right.

brian Friedrich Suffield, CT03/05/2011 - Operation while under the influence, Left lane restriction, Restricted turns/fail to signal.

bethanne krawlecburlington, CT03/02/2011 - Speeding violation; motor vehicles other than trucks.

Stephen Cohenunionville, CT03/06/2011 - Failure to obey control signal, Operation while under the influence, Restricted turns/fail signal.

benjamin valleeFarmington, CT03/04/2011 - Possession of cont sub or <4 oz MJ.

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This summer, we’ll explore the natural world, in the barn, in the gardens, and on the farm’s rolling hills and meadows. We’ll take a hayride, create original craft projects, learn about plants and insects, visit the new chickens, goats and calves, and harvest blueberries to make a pie! Older children will learn about the food system, pick basil to make a pizza, and use sheep wool to create a unique piece of art.

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Children come for one week or more. (Each week is unique.) It’s a perfect mix of learning and fun, from June 20th through August 19th.

Two groups are now forming:

Farm Explorers (pre-K through entering 2nd grade)

9 am – 12 Noon $150/week

Junior Farmers (Entering 3rd through entering 6th grade)

9 am – 3 pm $250/week

Reduced rates for siblings are available, and ask about our scholarships.

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We are known for “extreme hand-holding” and for bringing quality and creativity to your property’s needs. Whether it is a minor remodel or a whole-house renovation, we are the company you should be talking to.

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“Where a home becomes a star”Putting your house on the market? Find out what you need to do to get it ready.

Real Estate Home Staging Consultation

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AFFoRDAblE houSEClEAnIng: Bonded, insured since 1995. 20% off second cleaning for first time customers. Free estimates. Sandy, Morawski Cleaning, LLC. 860-651-4601.

ElECTRICIAn: Brannack Electric, Inc. Upgrades, new wir-ing, lighting, phone, cable, service work. Residential/Commercial 24 hour emergency service. 860-242-6486.

FREE Junk CAR REmovAl: Cash paid on sight. For fast ser-vice, call Mason Enterprises, LLC. www.masonenterprisesct.com. 860-874-1266.

volunTEERS nEEDED: Cat Connection needs adult volun-teers at new cat rescue center, 99 Poquonock, Windsor. Call 860-653-9158 for info/applica-tion. Thanks!


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This one was a triple play, too.

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The birth of triplets is a thrill for everyone involved. But notevery hospital has the capability of caring for expectant moms

and their babies when multiples are involved.

At The Hospital of Central Connecticut, we have specialistson hand 24/7 for those babies and moms who need a little

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Robert Carangelo, M.D. Orthopedic Surgeon The Center for Joint Care at The Hospital of Central Connecticut

Dr. Carangelo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who currently practices at Orthopedic Surgeons of Central Connecticut and serves as Medical Director at The Center for Joint Care at The Hospital of Central Connecticut.

Thursday, March 24, 2011 – 5:30 p.m. Brittany Farms Health Center Subacute Unit 400 Brittany Farms Road New Britain, Connecticut

This seminar will provide you with valuable information on: •WhatArthritisis...

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Had enough of slow wireless internet in your home or business?

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DvDS: CDs and LPs: Most $.99-$6.99. Buy 3; get 1 free. Stop by Trading Post at our new location across from Canton Citgo. 860-693-4679.

b&b hAulIng: Cheaper than a dumpster! Dump runs, cleanouts, hauling of appliances and house-hold items, moving, demolition, brush removal, fence installation and repair. 860-675-7261, 860-777-6314.

CEIlIngS: Cracked or water damage? Also textured, new installations, refinishing, painting, drywall/plaster repair. Free esti-mates. Lic #557873. Spray-Tex, 860-749-8383 or 860-930-7722.

buIlDIng & REmoDElIng: David Litchfield Builders is known for quality, creativity and “extreme hand-holding”. From minor to whole house renova-tions, call us. 860-651-0123.

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CalendarMarch Summer Program Registration.The Simsbury Recreation De-partment has opened registration for all summer day camp and sport camp programs. The Recreation Department has camp programs for children ages 4-15 with a wide variety of day camps, and sports camps like Tennis, Golf, Field Hockey, Baseball, Softball and more. To see the full list of summer programs and be able to register your child online please visit www.simsburyrec.com.

March 18 – April 17 Canton Artists’ Guild presents Word-Art 2011 at the Gallery on the Green. Kent McCoy curator. Artwork by Kim Wysocki and Kristin McNally will be featured in the Upper Gallery. Reading by guest artist David Leff will be on March 27, at 4 p.m. Read-ings by Word-Art participants will be on April 9, at 7:30 p.m. The public is warmly invited to attend the Opening Reception on March 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. refreshments will be served. Gal-lery Hours are Friday to Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. The Gallery is located at 5 Canton Green Rd., Canton, (Rte. 44 & Dowd Ave.) 860-693-4102.

houSE ClEAnIng: Do you want your house cleaned? I have a good price, good references, and a free estimate. Please Call Priscila Taixeira, 860-680-0777.

ICE & WATER DAmAgE?: Don’t let your unrepaired water damage turn to an uninsured Mold Mitigation. Now that The Ice Age has ended, let us help you manage & repair your insur-ance claim. Call Jim @ Village Building & Restoration, LLC, 860-658-6538 or 860-379-2012.

WInDoWS: doors and siding. Replacement windows - all kinds. Porch enclosures and remodeling. A-1 Windows and Doors, LLC. Ct Reg. # 550804. Member of the BBB. a1windowsanddoors.com 860-651-9093.

TouCh oF ClASS ConSIgnmEnT: Ebay store has some new merchandise — hand-bags, shoes and jewelry. Check it out http://store.ebay.com/nitasboutique.com. All merchan-dise is available for inspection at the shop. 524 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury. 860-651-8591 www.touchofclassconsignment.com.

ElECTRICIAn: Eriksson Electric. Get connected to the Swedish Connection. Over 40 years experience. No job too small. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Fully insured. License #103632. 860-521-1849.

AlTERATIonS: Expert tailor-ing done professionally. Over 20 years experience. Meral’s Tailoring & Alterations, SimsburyTown Shops, lower level, Simsbury. 860-217-1924.

DAvE’S DISCounT plumbIng & hEATIng: Feel like you are paying too much for plumbing repairs and installa-tions? Why not try a new plumb-er. Master Plumber will fix your plumbing at a discount. Always a discount for senior citizens! 860-653-3355.

SEnIoRS hElpIng SEnIoRS: Feeling overwhelmed? Let our friendly, compassion-ate seniors provide you with the help you need to stay at home. Cooking, light housekeeping,companionship, errands, transportation, over-nights, 24 hr care and more. Screened, insured, BBB accred-ited. Call 860-716-2017

OLDE TYME CHIMNEY SERVICESWe Sell, Install and Service Wood/Pellet Stoves

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• While watching the Super Bowl with my Dad, the com-puter generated football robot was on the bottom dancing around, and he looks over to me and asks “Do you think there is a guy or a girl inside that thing?” Ryan m

• My dad thinks that he invented the word “app.” nicole

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FRee inspection With every oil change

Owned and operated by Tim Holland • Serving the Valley 35 YearsM-F 8-5:30pmCall for appt.

108 Rainbow Rd. (Rt. 20), East Granby • 860-844-8149

St. Patrick’s DaySALE

from March 10th – March 20th cannot be combined w/any other discounts

144 Simsbury Road, Route 10Riverdale Farms, Avon, CT

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featuring:

Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Thursdays until 6 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

kuRT’S AuTo REpAIR: Foreign and domestic. Quality workman-ship. Reasonable labor rate $60/hr. All your mechanical and body work needs covered. Family owned and operated for over 25 years. www.kurtscustoms.com. 860-693-1556.

lEARn To plAy guITAR: from experienced local musician in professional recording studio. Discover the joy of music in a supportive environment. Learn to play a variety of styles. Latest music software used for person-alized lessons Children, adults welcome. Call Tim Mayock 860-653-4095, or visit www.therecordingclub.net

Dump RunS: Furniture, appli-ances, garages, attics, junk, construction debris, fallen trees. Whole-house clean outs. Save money. We remove your unwant-ed items. Fast service, 7 days a week. Granby, Simsbury, Avon, Farmington areas. Call Scott’s Discount Hauling. 860-716-0555.

loSE WEIghT: Get Healthy and Feel Fit with HERBALIFE. Weight Loss Never Tasted So Good! 860-674-1017. www.herbalwellnessforlife.com.

pRInCE oF WInTER ClEAnIng: Gutters hand-cleaned, rinsed, $50-plus. Windows cleaned in/out, $7 each. Siding hand-cleaned, $175-plus. Carpet removal, $80/room. Wood and kitchen floors machine-cleaned, $70. Carpets shampooed, then steam-cleaned, $35/room. Dump runs, $80/truckload. Insured. Josh Langdon, 860-922-4621.

ARTWoRk: Home portraits, done in pen & ink or watercolor. Visit www.woodlandspiritart.com for details or call for information. Portfolio available. Sally, 860-977-9340.

SET ThE STAgE: home staging and redesign. “Where a home becomes a star.” Putting your house on the market? Find out what you need to do to get it ready. Real Estate home staging consultation, $150. 860-543-9833. www.setthestagect.com.

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Arborcare Tree Service, LLC Tree Removal • Firewood • Lots Cleared

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38 Stockbridge Lane, Avon, CT: $1,190,000Built by Maglieri Development, LLC. “Homes of Distinction” stone colonial, 5 bedrooms, 4.3 bathrooms, Exquisite trim

through out. Agent related. 4,351+ square feet. 770 square foot finished walk-out basement with 1/2 bath.

Call Erica for more details860-324-6842

17 South Main StreetEast Granby, CT860-653-7831

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a holistic approach to animal health and well-being

Advanced Allergy Therapeutics • resolve food sensitivities • digestive symptoms• wheezing • asthma • scratching • eczema • skin rashes and other conditions

Offering Veterinary Medicine, Acupuncture, Chiropractic and many other effective holistic modalities for individualized patient care.

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• Textured Ceilings• Ceiling Repainting & Refinishing• New Ceiling Installation

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Week’s BEST Fun–Puns• Lightning sometimes shocks people because it just doesn’t know how to conduct itself.

• I’ve been to the dentist several times so I know the drill.

• Never invest in funerals, it’s a dying industry.

• Old doctors never die they just lose their patience.

• I decide which beer to drink on a case by case basis.

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SUMMER FARM ACADEMY AD Will run the weeks of 3/15 and 3/22 [DUE Friday, 3/11, by 11]

Both ads are color, vertical, full page: 10” high and 7.25” wide.They would like the ad in pdf file (or InDesign formats are also o.k.)The ad should be sent to [email protected] and I left her phone number at the office! Sorry—Just looked on line and I’m not seeing the number I called… BIRDING ADI think using the brochure cover photo would be good.The copy should only list the two remaining sessions, March 26 and April 30.All the copy on the right inside page of the brochure is fine to use, but I would omit the last paragraph: “Register for one….etc.” since there are only two left.Also, please leave out the bolded line after the last workshop “Birds in Spring” which reads: “We encourage….”An abbreviated registration form is fine. It should read (similar to bro-chure copy):

Wetland Birds Saturday, March 26, 2011• 9-11am

What makes a wetland and why do some birds prefer this habitat? Our meadows and marshes are home to red-winged blackbirds, terns, wrens, yellow warblers and tree swallows. We’ll learn which birds we’ll find there, and why some birds only live in wetland areas.

Birds in Spring Saturday, April 30, 2011 • 9-11am

Why do people like to watch birds? Where do we look for them, and how can we identify them? Why do they sing? We’ll learn about how birds build nests, what different materials they use, and about a bird’s life cycle.

Become a junior naturalist!an introduction to

Birdingfor K — 3rd Graders

To register, send your child’s name, age, workshop date, and payment to:

4-H Education Center at Auer Farm158 Auer Farm Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002

Each workshop is $15.00, payable by check. Scholarships are available.

Please call for more information at 860 242-7144, Ext. 10

or email us at [email protected]

• Come and explore Auer Farm’s extensive bird habitats using our child-friendly binoculars.

• Look at the diverse habitats of the Farm’s birds, walk the hills and meadows seeking native species. Return to the classroom to talk about our discoveries.

• Enjoy a special creative project such as nest-making, birdhouse design or diorama construction. Each child’s birding journal records the day’s findings.

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Black holes are where God divided by zero.•

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“A woman drove me to drink, and I never even had the courtesy to thank her.” - W.C. Fields

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Jeanmarie A. Cosgrove, DMDDiplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Cosgrove is a board certified pediatric dentist specializing in the oral health care of infants, children, adolescents and special needs patients.

Offering:• Individualized care and attention • Friendly and courteous staff• Immediate scheduling of appointments• Nitrous oxide/oxygen (laughing gas) sedation• Open hygiene bay for cleanings • Digital x-rays• High definition TV monitors above every dental chair• Brushing and educational stations • Private consultation room • Free Wi-Fi internet access• Pediatric dentist available 24/7 for dental emergencies• Most insurance plans accepted, including Medicaid/Husky

44 Dale Road, Suite 305, Avon, CT • 860-674-8417 • www.pdcofavon.com

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• Countertops • Fireplaces •Vanities • Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling

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Contact: Laura • Simsbury, CT • 203-241-9474 email: [email protected]

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guITAR REpAIR: I can make your instrument play to its full potential. Expert repairs, res-torations, customizing on most stringed instruments. Over 35 years experience. All work guar-anteed. For an appointment call Ron Bolduc’s Fretwerks, 860-916-8027.

homE: improvement/landscap-ing contractor. Specializing in design/installation/maintenance of all landscaping and home improvement needs. Weekly lawn mowing packages. Spring clean-ups/aeration/overseeding/gutter cleaning. Custom decks, walks, walls, patios. Powerwashing. Bathroom, kitchen, basement remodeling. Tile/hardwood floor-ing. Interior painting, siding. Harvey windows/doors. John Little. License #622289. 518-361-9016, 860-658-5574.

hAIR STylISTS WAnTED: in an upscale salon in Simsbury. Mitchell Hair Design by Bill Francis, 860-658-0311.

Room FoR REnT: in spa-cious farmhouse in Granby. Beautiful location. Kitchen and laundry access. Situated between Hartford and Springfield, close to highways and airport. Looking for neat, easy-going, professional person. Dog lover a must, afford-able. Call 860-305-6157.

hAD Enough oF SloW WIRElESS InTERnET: in your home or business? A wired net-work allows you to have high speed internet access with a safe and private connection. Call for a free estimate. Eriksson Electric, 860-521-1849 or 860-874-5276. License #103632, insured.


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2008 FORD F-150SUPER CREW

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2008 FORDEXPEDITION EB

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2008 FORDMUSTANG COUPE V6

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2009 LINCOLNMKS

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2007 FORDF-150 2WDStk. #17627U$13,695

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RogerVillaLicensed

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CREETuRE ComFoRTS: In-home pet sitting, small-group doggie daycare and home-like canine boarding. Call Elayne Cree at 860-651-7773.

CounTERTopS buIlT: Installed with a craftsman’s pride by Scott’s Cassin’s Custom Countertops. We are your reli-able local fabricator for Corian, Formica, Wilsonart & more. Attention to detail, honest value, no gimmicks. Visit our factory & showroom at the Tariffville Mill, Simsbury. 860-218-3010 or www.scottscustomcountertops.com.

TouCh oF ClASS ConSIgnmEnT: is filled with Spring and Summer merchan-dise! Eileen Fisher, Sigrid Olsen, Misook, Talbots, Icon purses and shoes, Stuart Weitzman Shoes, boots, purses, Coach, Dooney, John Hardy, Tiffany, Pandora, Sadie Green, Erica Zapp and much more. 524 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury. www.touchofclassconsignment.com

I used to have an open mind but my brains kept • falling out.

Black holes are where God divided by zero.•

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March 19, 12 noon – 6 p.m. and March 20, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Nutmeg State Orchid Society Presents “Come See Our Bloomers!” Show & Sale. This is an American Orchid Society (AOS) judged show. Admission is $5. Children 12 & under free. Show will take place at The West Hartford Meeting & Confer-ence Center, 50 South Main Street, West Hartford. www.nutmegorchids.org. Parking Validation provided.

“Imagination is Intelligence

Having Fun” — Kris Sorbie

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• FREE CONSULTATION on ALL alterations by appt. only.

You’ve found your dream gown, now make sure everything from the hem of the skirt to the fall of the bustle fits you perfectly! Even the best designed gowns need some adjustment.

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FRonTIER WEllnESS FoR pEoplE AnD pETS: is located in East Granby and caters to the healthful needs of both pets and their people. Allergy solutions, health supplies and useful items for the lives we share. 860-653-7831.

buyIng: Jewelry, old/new, gold, silver & old costume. Specializing in antique and vintage jewelry/accessories, beads, handbags and hats. Also buying antiques, old collectibles, coins, old books, stamps, etc. Any condition. Over 16 years experience. Top prices paid! Call TJewels 860-693-6740.

TouCh oF ClASS ConSIgnmEnT: Keep up with what’s going on at Touch of Class Consignment by making us a friend on Facebook. Find us at Touch of Class Consignment. 860-651-8591.

mInuTEmAn FuRnITuRE RESToRATIon: Kitchen cabi-nets and fine furniture refinished. Heirloom antiques professionally preserved. Larger projects wel-come. 860-653-4341.

Tv hElp: Licensed electrician offering help wall-mounting your TV and making all wiring to your DVD or home theater. I offer 10 years of experience with TV/video repair and very reasonable rates. Call Serg at 860-751-6876.

houSE CAllS: Light Remodeling Interior/Exterior. Crown molding, decks. Fully licensed and insured. References upon request. Call 860-693-0819.

TREEWoRk: logging, land clear-ing, firewood, dump runs and scrap removal. Pete Nicolle, CT lic. #000567. Call 24/7, 860-712-8583. [email protected].

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FuRnITuRE WAnTED: Looking for gently used shaker-style cof-fee and/or end tables. Please call 860-658-6791.

Fully FuRnIShED SAlon: Looking for new lease signer. 5 Stations, 2 sinks, 1 massage room, 1 facial room, 1 nail room. If interested please call 860-751-8578.

phoTogRAphy: Looking to NOT have to play photographer at your wedding or next special event? Let me worry about the picture taking so you can enjoy yourself! Lots of experience, great with people. Portfolio avail-able. I also do student yearbook portraits. Call 860-305-6157, or email [email protected].

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Week’s BEST Fun–Puns• The magician got so mad he pulled his hare out.

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The Taste of Spring at

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Enjoy the freshest seafood this Lenten season.

Open 7 Days for Lunch & Dinner

460 Albany Turnpike Canton

(intersection of Rt. 44, 202 & 179)860-693-0034

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Chowder • Bouillabaisse • Mussels in White Wine Whole Belly Clams • Sea Scallops • Baked Stuffed Shrimp

Lobster • Fried Shrimp • Fried Calamari • Crabcakes Grilled Salmon • Admiral’s Platter

CITIzEn’S WATCh FoR SAlE: Men’s, Never out of the box. Paid $250 - will sell for $200. Please Call 860-658-5743.

lAnDSCApE DESIgn: Mowing, mulching, leaf and brush removal, bob cat services, patios and retaining walls, dump runs, stump grinding. Mason Enterprises, LLC. www.masonenterprisesct.com. 860-874-1266.

ATTEnTIon bRIDAl & CloThIng Shop oWnERS: Need a hand with your cus-tomer’s alterations? Call Tailoring By Tasia. 40 years experience in design & alterations. 860-677-6144.

WoRDSmITh: Need help with your words? Quality, professional resumes from $50. Editing of manuscripts, websites and term papers. Audio transcription and typing services. Free estimates. Iron out the wrinkles in your writ-ing. Contact Nancy at Wordsmith, 860-651-0777.

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Proudly presented byHospital for Special Care’s

You are cordially invited to attend

an opening receptionCelebrating the works of artist

Marjorie LowThis solo exhibition

Images & Reflections of LifeRepresents varied

subject matterfrom her

numerous series

Hors d’oeuvres • Refreshments • MusicThursday, April 7, 2011

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.Please R.S.V.P. by Friday, April 1, 2011

(860) 827-1958, ext. 5220

Hospital for Special Care (Outpatient Corridor & Aquatic Rehabilitation Center)

2150 Corbin Avenue, New Britain, CT 06053Clown Series, No. 1, Marjorie Low, Oil, 24 x 36, 2011


Where Children Come First

40 West Avon Road, Avon 860-673-0155

Quality learning and child care at affordable rates Hourly, Daily or Weekly

Serving Children and Families since 19766 weeks thru 8 years

Our age appropriate programs feature the Connecticut Preschool Curriculum and the “Letter People”

Lunch, snacks, field trips, swim lessons, specials and more with no additional fees

7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Mon. through Fri. Lic. 12659

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TREE CARE OR TREE REMOVAL

Call 860-658-4420 for a free estimate or for more information on how we can help your trees. grimshawtreeco.com

Grimshaw Tree Service and Nursery Company

Why we should be yourSeptic Company

We are a local, family owned company well suited for helping you maneuver through the process of various septic issues. Whether it is a cleaning or an installation, when you work with us, you are working with a uniquely talented, licensed, and certified, professional team.

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If you have a basement or yard that is a chronic headache - give us a call - we have the skills and resources to complete

your project on time and on budget .

Drainage Work Too

(860) 651-7060

Chris and Bryan(t) Litchfield - Then and Now

Building Excellence Since 1977

Design & New Construction u Gunite & Vinyl Lined Pools u SpasIn-ground Swimming Pools u Renovations u Liner Replacements

Walk-On Winter Covers u Renovation of Gunite Pools Waterfalls & Water Features

860-306-7557 or 860-693-0538 www.barberpoolconstruction.com

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Dr Chard (19th Century)Here lies the corpse of Doctor Chard,Who fill’d half of this churchyard.

Week’s BEST Fun–Puns• When the TV repairman got married the reception was excellent.


Fox Run Seaside Vacation Home Rental on Prince Edward Island

Spectacular Views!More photos & info online:

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[email protected] or 860-658-0804

Circa 1864 Victorian farmhouse on 14 acres on Prince Edward Island

in the Canadian Maritimes. 6 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, living

room, dining room & screened porch.

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Fully Licensed & Insured 860-653-TAKE (8253)

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Granby, CT 06035

133 North Granby Rd., Granby, CT 06035 • 860-653-4992Open 8–3 Saturday & Sunday by appointment

PELLET AND WOOD STOVES

Hazen Fence & StoveThe Most Reliable

Pellet Stoves Made

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oAk Tv CAbInET: Oak cabi-net by Aspen. 60” W by 75” H by 20” D. Backlit shelving with decorative glass door. Great con-dition. Paid $1,000. Asking $650. Call 860-604-3707.

TAnkS InSTAllED AnD REmovED: Over 25 years experience. Lic. & Insured. Erwin Heating Services, LLC. All calls promptly returned. 860-693-1494.

homE hEAlTh AIDE pRogRAm SupERvISoR/CASE mAnAgER: oversee HHA program. Case management, supervision of scheduling and field supervisor. RN with Hospice/HC supervisory experience. McLean, Simsbury, 860-658-3724. EOE/AA.

CASh: paid for newer, wrecked cars and trucks, running or not. Licensed auto recycler. Stewarts Used Auto Parts. 1-800-726-0871 or 860-379-7541.

CoInS: Paper money, collectibles bought, sold and appraised for over 40 years. Call Bob Kevorkian for appointment. 860-658-1344.

DIShES FoR SAlE: Pfaltzgraff Juniper pattern service for 12. Lots of extras, glasses. $25 for all or will donate to good cause. Perfect for new apt. or college student. Call Betsy 860-416-9794.

SToRAgE bIn: Rent half of my 10’x15’ storage bin in Simsbury. If interested, call 860-651-0777.

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860-242-648635 Peters Road, Bloomfield CT

24 Hour Emergency Service• New home wiring• Upgrading or rewiring• Lighting work, interior & exterior• Generator installation• Telephone & cable TV wiring• Service work• And lots more!

License #103858 & 103859 - Fully Insured

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Spring specialNEW!

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MARCH MADNESS— We Service All Pool Tables —

DRASTICALLY REDUCED PRICES ON OUR SERVICES!!!

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Maher’s Paint & Wallpaper, LLC369 W Main St Route 44 Avon CTM-F: 7:30-5:30Sat 7:30-5:00Closed Sundays860-678-1200maherspaint.hdspd.com

“CAR OF THE WEEK”2005 Toyota Camry

EXPERT AUTO REPAIR • SELLING YOUR CAR? WE’LL BUY IT!!860-653-0840 • RT. 10, GRANBY, CT • www.cahillsmotorcars.com

Cahill’s MotorCars

PS/PB/AC , Blk, All Serviced, 67K $11,500

TREE SERvICE: Residential and commercial. CT Lic. Arborist. Tree removal, pruning, cabling, fertil-izing, spraying (B0054), double-ground landscape, mulch delivery and crane rental service. Free estimates. Grimshaw Tree Service and Nursery Co. 860-658-4420. www.grimshawtreeco.com.

mASonRy: Restorations, fireplaces, chimney re-lining, re-pointing. Historic references. Specializing in historic preserva-tion. Email [email protected] or call Bill Parsons at 860-977-5056.

ElECTRolySIS: Safe, perma-nent hair removal. State licensed professional electrologist. Over 18 years experience, board certi-fied. Technology uses blend of shortwave and galvanic waves for faster results, less discomfort. All treatment done in strict privacy with impeccable sterilization. Free private consultation. Donna Crump, 860-678-1972.

FoR SAlE: Screwdriver set. 43-piece screwdriver set. Workforce brand. Never been opened. $15. Call Annie 860-490-6880.

ERWIN HEATING SERVICES L.L.C.

Call For Burner CleaningsCalls Promptly Returned!860-693-1494

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Michael Erwin Owner Over 25 Years of Experience

P.O. Box 97, Canton, CT 06019

Service • Installations • PlumbingBoilers • Burners • Hot Water Heaters

Oil Tanks • Furnaces • Toilets Sinks • Faucets

ACUPUNCTURESTAN BAKER

• Specializing in Acute and Chronic Pain• 30 years experience

www.acupuncturestanbaker.com

860-836-1068 35 Nod Road, St. Francis Medical Building, Avon

860-646-7668www.charterpainting.com

Celebrating 42 years of Painting 7000+ of Connecticut Homes!Interior & Exterior Home / Historic RestorationWater Damage / Preparation SpecialistPainting of Aluminum & Vinyl SidingTextured Ceilings & Crack RepairsCarpentry / Hardwood Floor RefinishingFully Insured - CT HIC. 0619457Family Owned Since 1969


Smoked BBQ is our Specialty!Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket, Turkey Breast,

Ribs and Chicken Thighs

Thursday, March 17th

20 Tariffville RoadSimsbury, CT 06070860-658-0050www.oldwelltavern.comOpen Mon. - Fri. at 3:00 pmand Sat. & Sun at 11:30 am

Private Banquet Room forHoliday Parties, Wedding Receptions,

Birthdays & Team Event PartiesTHURWED SUN 3/13

45¢ Wings

Get in the Celtic Spiritw/Jolly Beggers

5pm

Guinness, Harp & Bass $4/Pint

St.Patrick’s DayALL YOU CAN EATCorned BeefDinner

$995S

PRIME RIB Dinner $1495

Lighting & Electrical

FIXTURES & LAMP REPAIRSIES

INCLUDING CHANDELIERSInterior / Exterior • Commercial / Residential

Floor, Table, Chandeliers • Ballasts / Recessed Lighting

We Sell All Types of Lightbulbs & Batteries!

561 Salmon Brook St., Granby CT 06035 • 860-844-0488

CalendarApril 1 – April 28 Avon Arts Association Spring Show. The Association will hold their Spring Members’ Show at the Simsbury Public Library at 725 Hopmeadow Street in Simsbury. Works of art will be on display during library hours Mon.-Thurs. 9-8, Fri. and Sat. 9-5, Sun. 1-5. The public is welcome. A meet the artists reception will be on April 3rd from 2-4.

April 12 11:30 a.m. The Simsbury Woman’s Club will hold its monthly meeting.Luncheon will commemorate the Simsbury Woman’s Club gifts to the community.

SImplICITy hAIR CARE: seeks an individual who is looking to be his or her own boss. Come join our new team of highly trained stylists. All calls confidential. Call Dawn at 860-459-8794.

bRAzIlIAn bloWouT: Shades Above is a proud Brazilian Blowout certified salon. Have your treatment done with 100% filtered air. OSHA certified salon. The only professional smooth-ing treatment that improves the health of your hair. www.shadesabove.net. Jackie, 860-916-4894.

FoR REnT: Simsbury, 2 bedroom apartment. Newly remodeled. 1 bathroom, washer/dryer, full kitchen. $950/month. Heat & hot water included. First/last month and security. Smoke and pet free. 860-729-5569.

WElDIng: Stainless steel, alu-minum and steel. Custom fabrica-tion. On-site welding available at your home or business. Small jobs welcome. 30 years experience. Meticulous work. Calls promptly returned. Sottile Welding, 11-C, Herman Drive, Simsbury, [email protected], 860-380-7420.

ACupunCTuRE: Stan Baker. Specializing in acute and chronic pain. 30 years experience. www.acupuncturestanbaker.com. 35 Nod Rd., St. Francis Medical Building, Avon. 860-836-1068.

pIAno TunIng AnD REpAIR: State-of-the-art service. Registered member of the Piano Technicians Guild. 25 years of extensive concert and residential experience. Quality workman-ship. Reasonable rates. Email Ray Zeiner at [email protected] or call 860-651-0836.

AnTIquES AT ThE CoFFEE TRADE: Stroll through our rooms filled with pottery, prints, primi-tives, books, buttons, glass, linens and much more. www.thecoffeetrade.com. 860-676-2661.

SEpTIC AnD DRAInAgE ISSuES?: The Christopher Bryant Company is a local, certified, family-owned company that can help you. We can complete your project on time and on budget. Ask your neighbors about us! 860-651-7060.

ESTATE lIquIDATIonS: The Kensington Company has been assisting realtors and private clients liquidate entire or partial contents of homes for 33 years. Estate sales, appraisals, refer-ences. For information, please call Mr. Sean Mahoney, 860-978-6743.

“Accept that some days you are the pigeon, and some days you are the statue.” - Dilbert

Week’s BEST Funny Quotes


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CalendarMarch 30, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Investor’s Business Daily comes to Simsbury Public Library. The Simsbury Public Library will offer a free investment education workshop on Ed Ramirez, a national education speaker with Investor’s Business Daily© will be discussing how to use the Investors Business Daily© newspaper to find winning stocks. In-vestor’s Business Daily© (IBD) is a daily financial newspaper that is available to use free of charge at the Simsbury Public Library. The program is free of charge, open to the public and will be held in the Program Room of the Simsbury Public Library at 725 Hopmeadow Street (Rte. 10). To register or for more informa-tion, visit www.simsburylibrary.info or contact Jennifer Keohane, Business Outreach Librarian at (860) 658-7663 x 2107.

April 16, 9:00 a.m. (rain or shine) Bernard Bunny and Avon Health Center are sponsoring an EGG-traordinary Breakfast and EGG Hunt for kids 10 years old and under in the center’s Main Dining Room. Avon Health Center is located at 652 West Avon Rd., Avon. The event is free. Bernard, the Easter Bunny’s first cousin, will be taking his famous cousin’s place at the breakfast whose menu is planned to please kids. After breakfast there will be an Egg Hunt (bring a basket or bag), as well as free raffle prizes. Picture taking is welcome. A non-perishable food item would be appreciated and will be donated to a local food pantry. Space is limited. Reserva-tion required. RSVP to www.avonhealthcenter.com then click on “Bunny”. 860-673-2521.

ClImATE-ConTRollED SElF SToRAgE: The only humidity-controlled storage in the Farmington Valley. West Street Storage, Simsbury. 860-988-0002.

oIl 61.9: Those days are gone. Magnetite, the affordable option to replacement windows. Clear plexiglass, mounted magnetically inside your existing windows. Specializing in historic homes and condos. Registration #554796. Call Clear-View Systems 860-653-0500.

WAnTED: SEAmSTRESS/AlTERATIonS: Wanted a seamstress for a high end bridal salon. Independent contractor. Solid experience with high end wedding and evening gowns is required. Please call 860-233-1203 (Irene) or e-mail [email protected].

hElp WAnTED - pET FEnCE InSTAllER: We’re looking for you if you are a dog lover, people oriented, attentive to detail, self-motivated, trustworthy and adaptable to change. Please call Pet Stop today. 860-751-9432.

Rn - vISITS In FARmIngTon vAllEy AnD WEST hARTFoRD: Week and weekend hours; lap-top (Allscripts). Recent home and acute care experience. McLean, Simsbury, 860-658-3724. EOE/AA.

buyIng: Why sell for less? We at Gallery One buy old books, old costume/gold/antique jew-elry, postcards, paintings, coins, stamps, silver antiques, estates, etc. Any condition. 25+ years experience. Call Ed or Tami 860-658-1191 or email [email protected].

DonATE: your car or truck for fire department extrication courses. Stewart’s Auto, 860-379-7541.

DoggIE DAy CARE!: Your pet’s home away from home. Playgroup boarding, full & self service grooming. Doggie In The Window, 1522 Hopmeadow St. (Rt. 10), Simsbury. 860-658-4300.

pIAno TunIng AnD REpAIR: State-of-the-art service.Registered member of the Piano Technicians Guild. 25 years of extensive concert and residential experience. Quality workman-ship. Reasonable rates. Email Ray Zeiner at [email protected] or call 860-651-0836.

oRAngE CAT: “Rocky”, strik-ingly handsome orange male needs home asap. Rescued from the streets, very independent but good cat. Must be only pet, no young kids. Can you help save him? Pics/info email [email protected]

Lead me not into temptation, I can find it myself.•

I’m out of bed and dressed, What more do you want? •


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Action Carpet & Floor Covering is your LOCAL WATER DAMAGE EXPERTS!• Certified Mold & Mildew Remediation (Lic. #20100154)• High Powered Water Extraction and Drying Fans• 24-Hour Emergency Service – Call Kevin at 860-983-0248

If your flooring is beyond repair due to water damage or wear, call on us for a FREE ESTIMATE to replace it! In-stock carpet, tile and hardwood available for immediate installation

Call 860-298-0070www.action-carpet.com

InTERIoR pAInTIng: & paper hanging. Home/historic resto-ration. Preparation specialist. Insured, CT HIC # 0619457. Charter Painting & Restoration. www.charterpainting.com. 860-646-7668.

SImSbuRy AnD EAST gRAnby: 1 and 2-bedroom apartments for rent. Please call Fish Enterprises for more infor-mation, 860-677-1381.

CompuTER SoluTIonS: 10% Off! Virus removal, networking, laptop repair, tutoring, web-design. PC or Mac. Expedited onsite service, guaranteed work. $60 hourly 860-670-1862.

bAbySITTIng ClASS: 11 to 15 year olds can learn American Red Cross skills and techniques to become a babysitter. Save 10% when you register online with coupon code 07038VC. www.ctredcross.org

FoR SAlE: 2 adult ski tickets to Okemo, valid 7 days a week, $60 each. 860-729-5569.

SImSbuRy ConDo REnTAl: 2 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, finished walk-out base-ment, newly remodeled end unit. Available 4/1. $1600/month. No Pets. Call Karen 860-651-3325.

FoR SAlE: 2005 Toyota Camry 67K, PS/PB/AC, Black, All Serviced. Call Cahill’s Motor Cars. 860-653-0840.

FoR REnT SImSbuRy: 3-4 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, 2 full baths, laundry hook-ups, heat included, a must see. Call Gail 860-916-2012.

CAmERA hElp: A personal one-on-one session that will teach you the basics of shooting with your DSLR. Harness your camera’s full potential! Great for beginners and intermediates. $50 for an hour session. 860-670-1862.

hElp WAnTED: Administrative Assistant, part-time. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and Mac computer skills. Quickbooks experience a plus. Please call Wendy at 860-413-9988.

Judy

Sometimes — although not often — I am left speechless. For instance, I am left speechless whenever I see someone who absolutely should not be wearing a tube top wearing a tube top, and I am left speechless when another driver bolts out in front of me only to achieve no more than 21.3 miles per hour for the next five miles in a no-passing zone. I am left speechless by people having loud conversations into cell phone headsets I cannot see, and just the other day I was left speechless watching a woman transfer all the ripe strawberries from two plastic con-tainers into one, which she then bought, leaving the other behind. When I told my husband I was writing about things that leave me speechless, he was…well, speechless — but after staring at me for a minute or two, he finally said, “You know, I don’t think I’ve ever actually seen you speechless.” Then wanted to know where they sell tube tops.

When Words Fail

Thinking Out LOUD

© 2011, Judith S. Henderson, All Rights Reserved

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