NAUGATUCK

NHS CLASS OF 1945 REUNION

The Naugatuck High School Class of 1945 will be holding their 65^th Class Reunion on September 19 at Jessie Camille’s. Any former classmates that have not been contacted and would like to attend may contact Ceasar Ruggeri at (203) 729-4925 for more information.

FREE REIKI HEALING
Compassionate Hands Holistic Center will be hosting a free Reiki Healing session on Sunday September 12 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at 22 Park Pl./Meadow St. Naugatuck. Everyone is welcome no appointment necessary.

GREEN FAIR
St. Michael’s Village 51st Green Fair will be held on Friday September 10th 10 am -9 pm and Saturday September 11th 10 am -7 pm. at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 210 Church Street, Naugatuck. The fair features food, Games, Live Auction on Saturday (Preview & registration at 11:00, auction starts at 1:00) White Elephant, Children’s Corner, Country Store, This ‘n’ That (new this year). And be sure to have some of our famous Peach Shortcake! There will also be a free Concert Friday 7pm-9pm of The Kerry Boy, Connecticut’s Favorite Irish Balladeers. Free Admission.

ROSE HOPE ANIMAL SHELTER
There will be a benefit fundraiser for the Rose Hope Animal Refuge (Shelter) to be held at Friendly’s, 130 Rubber Avenue, Naugatuck on September 15 from 5-8pm.
Friendly’s is donating 10% of all sales raised to the Rose Hope Animal Refuge (Shelter) used for medical expenses which are desperately needed.  There will also be a bake sale (with homemade jam, cakes, brownies and cookies) and a $2 raffle held at the same event and 100% of those proceeds will be donated to the Rose Hope. Rose Hope is facing very hard times as donations and adoptions are down, and the amount of animals at Rose Hope has increased. We also will be having an “Under the Tent” Petsmart adoption event on September 11 and 12 from 11 a.m- 4 p.m. at the Petsmart parking lot located on Bank Street, Waterbury, Ct. Both events will be held rain or shine.  If you  are unable to attend, but would like to donate, please send checks to Rose Hope Animal Refuge (Shelter), 22 Fieldwood Road, Waterbury, CT 06704. No donation is too small. We thank you for your support.

GOOD FRIDAYS COFFEE HOUSE REOPENING
Good Friday Coffee House will be reopening to the public on September 10 from 8 – 10 p.m. at United Methodist Church 208 Meadow Street, Naugatuck. The event is open to the public, all ages, free of charge.   There will be refreshments and snacks. Free Will Offering. R&B and Rock music artists In Sight will be appearing. For more information E-mail www.numcct.org or call {203} -419-0890.

CYNUSURA YOGA
Cynusura Yoga offering 8-week sessions starting Sept 21. Day and evening classes in Prospect, Naugatuck and Waterbury.  Most Adult classes are mixed levels. Call for schedule and fees (203) 206.2077 or www.cynusurayoga.com

NAUGATUCK DAY AT LAKE QUASSY
Lake Quassy is hosting Naugatuck Day on September 25 – 26. Come enjoy a day of free rides at Lake Quassy with your family. Just present your valid driver’s license with Naugatuck address. You may purchase tickets for out of town guests at $6 each. Parking will be $5 per car. There is no rain date for this event. Please contact Naugatuck Public Works Dept. 203-720-7071 for more details.

CUB SCOUT REGISTRATION

Cub Scout Registration for Pack 109 will take place on Monday September 20 from 6 – 8 p.m. at St. Michael’s Church on the Green. All boys welcome to join in grades 1-5.

Registration Fee: $40.00 payable to Pack 109. Any questions contact: Mark Rochleau 203-695-4596. Please come and join the fun.

FUNDRAISER AND RAFFLE

There will be a fundraiser for Cheryl Skorvanek on September 11 at Brass Tacs from 12 – 5 p.m. Proceeds will go to cover costs for her double kidney transplant. The cost of the tickets are $20. There will be a raffle, and anyone can donate raffle items. Donations are always accepted. For more information contact Stacy Wheeler (203) 754-7446

GARDEN CLUB MEETING

The 2010-2011 Naugatuck Garden Club year will commence with a General Meeting on Thursday, September 16 at 7:00 pm at St. Michael’s Church Hall.  Monthly meetings will continue throughout the year (excluding the month of January) on the third Thursday.  Membership is open.  Guests are welcome.  For further information about the Naugatuck Garden Club contact President Deb Levesque at (203)723-7154 or Publicity Chair Terri Rung at (203)729-8804.

SENIOR CENTER EVENTS

The annual Naugatuck Senior Day will take place at the Naugatuck Senior Center on Thursday, September 16 from 9 a.m. – noon. Visit 40 informational health and wellness, senior services and support agencies. Register to win door prizes. A complimentary hot dog luncheon will be provided by Paradigm Health Care Center. For further information call 203-720-7069.

Mr. Al Pistarelli, Community Relations Representative for Beacon Brook Health Care Center will host an Autumn Tea Party at the Beacon Brook Health Center, 89 Weid Drive, Naugatuck, CT, on Thursday, September 23 at 1 p.m. Sample a variety of herbal and fruit teas, along with scones and tea sandwiches. Tickets: $2.00 per person.

For further information on all events call the Naugatuck Senior Center at 203-720-7069

NHS CLASS OF ’04 RECORDS

In keeping with state and federal regulations on confidentiality, school officials plan to destroy special education records of students belonging to the graduating class of 2004 (date of birth 1985 and 1986) and others of students who attended NHS but did not graduate.

Anyone interested in receiving his or her records of those of their children should make the request in writing to the Director of Special Services, Naugatuck Public Schools, 380 Church Street Naugatuck, CT.

GREEN FAIR

Mark your calendars for the St. Michael’s Annual Village Green Fair coming up Friday September 10 from 10-9pm and Saturday September 11 from 10-7pm on the Green in Naugatuck. The Fair hosts a variety of food, games and music including The Kerry Boys from 6-9pm on September 10th and a Live Auction at 1:00pm on September 11.

Admission and parking are FREE. For additional information, please call 203-729-8249.

FALL BABE RUTH REGISTRATION

Naugatuck Babe Ruth is accepting registrations for the Fall 2010 baseball season.  Players should be 13 or 14 years old to play.  There will also be a 12 year old transitional team.  All games are played on weekends.  Please contact Butch Ouellette 203-723-0636.

SOCCER REGISTRATION EXTENDED

Registration for Naugatuck Youth Soccer has been extended. Children who turn 5 before August 1, 2010 are eligible to play. Registration fees $65 for U5-U10; $110 for U11 and up. Please make your check out to NYS and include a COPY of your child’s birth certificate if they have never played for NYS before.

Fall soccer season begins early September.  Registered players will receive a phone toward the end of August or the beginning of September. Players are required to have shin guards and shorts.  Cleats are recommended but not required.  NYS will supply a uniform shirt and socks.  For Questions contact Bill Brown, President at -203-518-1741 or Erica L. Ranno, Registrar at 203-233-4499

EAGLES ANNUAL PICNIC

Eagles Annual Picnic will be hosted at Arrowhead Grove on Sunday September 5th from 9am-6pm. There will be a pig roast – full breakfast (liver & onions), clams, hotdogs, hamburgers, steamship round, and complimentary bud and bud light drafts.

$25 single ticket raffles and prizes, $45 couple no dogs allowed, $50 family of four 18 + over need their own ticket, $55 family of 5+ ‘own ticket. Under 10 free, additional $5 at the gate. Contact 203-729-8075 for more information.

NAUGATUCK WOMEN’S CLUB

The Naugatuck Women’s Club is accepting new members. Residents of Naugatuck and surrounding areas are invited to phone (203) 729-4263 for an application to join the club. This is one of the oldest clubs in Naugatuck, organized in 1932, and has a membership of over 100 people. Three new members will be installed at the clubs’ annual luncheon September 13 at the Continental Room in Naugatuck. For more information call Laura Smith at (203) 729-4263.

POLISH AMERICAN CLUB

The Polish American Club of Naugatuck would like to thank the sponsors and donors who helped make their annual picnic a big success. Especially in these tough economic times, your generosity is appreciated. Thanks to Short Stop Deli – Prospect, Prospect Dairy Bar, Carrie Welton’s Restaurant – Naugatuck, John’s Pizza – Naugatuck, Mendano’s Pizza – Naugatuck, AAA Catering and Pig Road – Waterbury.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS GOLF TOURNAMENT

Special Olympics Naugatuck is hosting a Golf Tournament on September 18 at Whitney Farms GC-Monroe. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics. Shotgun start 9:30 a.m. Entry fee is $130 and includes greens fees, cart, lunch, dinner, contests and raffles. For information call: Donny Sprague 860-681-2215 or Trudy Segla 203-729-8283.

ART AND MUSIC PROGRAM
A collaborative program of art and music will be held at the Naugatuck Historical Society Museum on Saturday evening, September 11 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday September 12 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Some of the artists featured include Roseanne Shea, Judy Jaworski, Lewis Dube, Marianna Vagnini and the Woodwind Ensemble of the Naugatuck Community Band. Additional local artists will be represented. The Naugatuck Historical Society Museum is located at 195 Water Street in the former train station. There is an admission charge of $5.00 for the program that includes refreshments. For more information please call 203-729-9039.

UNITED WAY GOLF TOURNAMENT

The 26th Annual John E. Letts,Sr. Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit the United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls will be held Sept. 13 at The Country Club of Waterbury .The $200 entry fee includes 18 holes of

golf, green fees, carts locker room, individual and team prizes, lunch and dinner.  Registration is 11 a.m., lunch 11:30 a.m., putting contest 12:00 noon and a shotgun start at 1:00 p.m.

Reservations are being accepted. For more information, call Lisa Shappy at 203.729.1564 or unitedsay@sbcglobal.net.

GOLF LESSONS

The Naugatuck Park and Recreation Department is sponsoring golf lesions during the month of September.

Class dates and times are for juniors (7-12): 5:30-7:30 p.m. at $50 charge and adults golf basic 6:30-7:30 p.m. at $60 charge. Lessons will be held on Wednesdays, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22 and 9/29, all events are weather permitting. Lessons are given by Tom Keslow from the Connecticut School of Golf. To register, Please call Naugatuck Public Works Department at 203-720-7071

27TH ANNUAL HARVEST MOON FESTIVAL

The 27^th Annual Harvest Moon Festival will be held Sept. 17-18 on the Naugatuck green. Crafters are wanted and should call (203) 729-4272 to reserve a space. This year’s festival will feature over 100 craft vendors, food, booths from local organizations and entertainment including the Naugatuck Community Band, the Steve Mauro Trio and the Hollister Thompson Band.

BRUNCH AND GENERAL MEETING

The club will hold its brunch and general meeting on Monday, Sept. 13 at the Continental Room, 1006 New Haven Road in Naugatuck starting with an 11 a.m. sign-in and 12 p.m. brunch. Please send checks to chairperson Helen Ruest at (203) 729-6478. Checks for the $10 lunch must be received by the chairperson by Sept. 3.

AGING WORKSHOP

Live Well, a free, six-week workshop, will be offered at the Naugatuck Senior Center at 300 Meadow Street from Aug 19 to Sept. 23 from 9-11:30 a.m. Call to sign up. Live Well is designed for adults ages 55 and older who want to take charge of their ongoing health problems and get relief from their pain, fatigue, and other symptoms. Live Well is sponsored by The Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging and the Department of Social Services through a grant from the Administration on Aging. All are welcome. Ror more information on how to sign up, contact Erin at (203) 757-5449 or via email at eesoli.wcaaa@yahoo.com. Pre-registration is required, so sign up now if you’re interested.

NHS 20^TH REUNION

The Naugatuck High School Class of 1990 is hosting a 20^th reunion on Friday Nov. 26 at the Courtyard Marriot in Waterbury. For more information, please contact Wendy (Viera) Fox at (860) 888-7913 or Tina Dambowsky at (203) 758-6575, or visit us on facebook/classmates7586575.

SENIOR HOME WORK PROJECT

Attention Naugatuck senior citizens: Do you need help around the house? The Elks Club has a program called The Senior HomeWork Project that can assist you with chores like fixing leaky faucets, changing screens or storm windows and more.

This is a free service to all qualifying Naugatuck senior citizens. To apply, call Jim Desmarais at (203) 490-9058 or Al Pistarelli at (203) 206-6002.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS
OA meetings are held every Tuesday from 7-8 p.m., Wednesday from 12-1 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 170 Coen St. For more information, please visit oa.org or contact Theresa at (203) 723-5488.

NAUGATUCK SENIOR CENTER

The senior center is located at 300 Meadow St. For information on events and programs or to make reservations, call (203) 720-7069.

FITNESS CLASS

A Fitness Class is held every Friday from 10-10:30 a.m. at the Center. Learn useful exercise techniques to help boost your breathing, strength and energy. This is a free exercise class presented by Paradigm Healthcare.

YOGA AND SELF-RELAXATION

A Yoga and Self Relaxation class takes place every Thursday, at 9 a.m. Learn stretching exercises to connect mind and body for stress awareness and management. This is a free health and wellness program, and the instructor is Brian Vaugh, a meditation teacher.

WEST POINT AND HUDSON RIVER CRUISE

Enjoy a visit to West Point in Upstate New York on Sept. 30. Take a one-hour tour of the West Point campus and enjoy a luncheon at the Hotel Thayer. We will leave the Naugatuck Senior Center at 7:30 a.m.; tickets are $94 per person.

CHURCH THRIFT SHOP

The Naugatuck United Methodist Church’s Thrift Shop is open every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The store has lots of seasonal clothing, shoes, books, purses, and accessories. Call the shop at 723-2755 or Fran at 729-6019 for more information.

NAUGATUCK RETIRED MEN’S CLUB

The Naugatuck Retired Men’s Club is looking for new members. Meetings are held every Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center, 300 Meadow St. The group is for men who enjoy shooting pool, playing cards, and attending picnics and banquets. Retired men 50 and over and any adult men retired due to disability are asked to stop by the center any Wednesday morning between 11:30 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. to talk to one of the club’s officers or other members. Annual dues are $6.

LE LECHE LEAGUE

The Naugatuck area Le Leche League will hold meetings for anyone interested in learning more about breastfeeding every second Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael’s on the Green. Children are welcome. For more information call Liberty at (860) 288-2250.

WIC CLINIC

A WIC clinic is held for all eligible Naugatuck residents on the second Thursday of each month. The clinic runs from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and is held at the Senior Center, 300 Meadow St. For more information or to make an appointment, call (203) 888-1271.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUPS

Adults who want to improve their English speaking and listening skills may participate in an English Conversation Group at Hillside Covenant Church, 100 Hillside Ave. The group meets on Thursdays from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Tutors are provided by Literacy Volunteers of Greater Waterbury. To register, contact Vanessa at Literacy Volunteers, 754-1164.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS

Free blood pressure screenings are available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Saint Mary’s Health & Wellness Center, 799 New Haven Road (The Crosspointe Plaza). No appointment necessary. For information, call (203) 723-5636.

LADIES ORDER OF HIBERNIANS

The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians are inviting all Irish ladies, ladies of Irish ancestry or those married to Irishmen to join its organization. Come and enjoy the good workings and camaraderie and make new friends. Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Historical Society Building, 195 Water St. For more information please call Antoinette Cronin, president of the Naugatuck chapter, at (203) 729-3995.

CLASS OF 1955 REUNION

The Naugatuck High School class of 1955 will hold its 55^th reunion on Sept. 26 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Hills Restaurant in Waterbury. There will be a pre-reunion get-together at the Naugatuck Historical Society on Sept. 25 from 3 to 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The committee is looking for the following classmates: Robert Bobinski, Lorraine (Kenny) McGarry, Janet (Bavier) Chambliss, Ruth (Glaser) Davis, John Mezzo, James Noble and Fred Shilanski. Please contact Kenneth Hanks at (203) 729-1056 or kmbanks@yahoo.com with the word “reunion” in the subject line.

HOWARD WHITTEMORE LIBRARY

The Whittemore Library is located at 243 Church St. in Naugatuck and is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The Whittemore Book Club will meet on Tuesday’s in September at seven o’clock in the Reading Room.  The reading selection will be ”Things Fall Apart” by Chinua Achebe

On Wednesday, September 22 at 6:30 PM, teens ages 12-18 are invited to make Autumn Sand Art in the Whittemore Library’s teen section. Registration is required for this free program. To sign up, visit or call the reference desk at 203-729-4591.

Beginning Friday, October 1, 2010, the library will be implementing new circulation loan periods.  In an effort to standardize loan periods for all libraries in the state, the Bibliomation Board of Directors has mandated that all libraries have similar loan periods.

The changes will be as follows:7 days -all DVD’s, VHS tapes, magazines,14 days – new AD fiction and non-fiction; AD summer reading, 21 days – most books; CD summer reading, 3 days – museum passes

NHS CLASS OF 1960 REUNION

The 50^th Reunion Committee has selected the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Southbury as the site for the 50th Reunion Celebration for the Naugatuck High School Class of 1960.  The event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 25.  A cocktail hour will be held from 6 to 7:30 followed by dinner and dancing (music will be provided by the Mark Fusco Trio). The following day, members of the class will get together for a picnic at the Hop Brook Park pavilion from 12 noon to 5 p.m.

The members of the committee are Gretchen (DelRosso) Anderson, Anna (Balzano) Como, Bob Genovese, John Gomulinski, Larry Bosco, Gary Knapik, Marge (Keka) Clisham, Rich and Regina Magas, Harold Murtha, Maryjane (Petro) Rado, Tom Tatoian, Barbara Joan Sheedy, Dorothy (Zibluk) Evon, Marty-Lee (Seitzer) Fenton, and Linda (Mezzo) Zasimovich.

The following is a list of class members who have not been located:  Linda (Pritchard) Adams, Marianne (Jazina) Barone, Cynthia (Zembruski) Beck, Edward Boraski, Janet Carriero, Muriel Dalton, Barbara Edler, Barbara Favale, Shirley (Lanouette) Godin, Edward Hallock, Patrick Higgins, Lynn (Farkus) Hunt, Ida (Vimer) Loehl, Barbara (Wedin) Lysak, M. Dreama Mealey, Helen (Pritchard) Mecca, Loretta (Marino) Mikulskis, Carol (Medeiros) Miller, George Nason, Lawrence Nolan, Emily Painter, Harold Penwell Jr., Richard Petrucelli, Gloria (Lord) Puma, Michael Ruby, Marion Smith, Edward Stockunas, Carol (Bongiovanni) Tamberino, Moira (Kinne) Teach, Antoinette (Pavao) Volage, Patricia (Wasdo) Way, and Paulette (Guarino) West. (note: maiden names are in parenthesis)

Anyone with information on any of these class members is asked to call Marty Fenton at (203) 723-0474 or Bob Genovese (203) 729-0817.

BEACON FALLS

BEACON FALLS LIBRARY EVENTS
Local historian and baseball fan, Chris Bielik will discuss the truth behind the NY Yankees and Boston Red Socks rivalry.  Fans should wear their favorite team’s logo.  Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Beacon Falls Public Library.  The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall Assembly Room
Back by popular demand, the Beacon falls Public Library is again coordinating a bus trip to historic Salem, MA.  The trip will be by charter bus and is scheduled for Sunday, October 17.  We will leave Beacon Falls at 7:00 a.m. and leave Salem at 4:00 p.m.  The cost is $26.00 per person.  Participants are responsible for setting their own agenda while in Salem. Youth 16 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. For more information please call the Library at 203-729-1441.  Pre-registration is required and payment is due at the time of registration. The deadline for registration and payment is October 1.
Unless otherwise noted, events are free of charge and preregistration is appreciated.  For more information or to register for these events, please visit the library, call 203-729-1441, or register online at www.mybflib.org

GARDEN CLUB MEETING

The Laurel Garden Club of Beacon Falls will hold its next meeting on Monday, September 20, at 7 p.m. at the Senior Citizens’ Center, 57 N. Main St., Beacon Falls (next to the Firehouse).  Tom Wheeler, owner of Plumb Farms Nursery in Prospect, will present a program on fall flower arrangements.  This is a free program and is open to all; it is not necessary to be a club member to attend.

WRHS PTO MEETING

The WRHS PTO will have its first scheduled meeting on September 20 at 7pm in the Woodland Regional High School Media Center. Please join us.

Bring your PTO membership application/No Frills Fund Raiser Donation. (Downloadable from Edline) All monies raised goes back to the students in the form of programs, gift to school, student awards or scholarships, etc. Become a Black and Gold PTO member with a $100 donation and get a pass for free admission for yourself and one guest to all home athletic events during the 2010-11 school year. Come get involved and make this a great school year for the Hawks. For more info contact either PTO Co-President Dawn Stevens at 729-3968 or Karen Ambari at 720-0913.

VENORS FOR DUCK RACE

Vendors wanted for the 12th annual Riverfest and Duck Race sponsored by the Beacon Falls Lions and Lioness Clubs. The event will take place on Saturday October 2 from 10:30-4:00 at Volunteer Park, Main St., Beacon Falls. Rain or shine. The donation for a 10′ x 10′ space is still only $25.00. For an application please contact Sue, 203-729-5570 or susana1020@aol.com.

RIVERFEST AND DUCK RACE

The ducks are back for the 12th Annual Beacon Falls Lions Club RiverFest & Duck Race on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm at Volunteer Park, 57 N. Main St. Beacon Falls. Proceeds from the event will benefit Beacon Falls Lions and Lioness Club charities such as scholarships, youth sports programs, diabetes awareness, AmeriCares, Lions Low Vision Centers and more.

The Duck Race at 3:30 pm is the main event of a day filled with fun.  The first 9 ducks over the finish line win!  This year’s prizes include: a Hot Air Balloon Ride for 4 people, 16GB iPad, 8GB iPod Touch, Fuji 12 MP digital camera, Ultrasonic jewelry cleaner, Sony 7-inch portable DVD player, $100 Best Buy gift car, $100 Stop & Shop gift card, and a $100 Home Depot gift card. Purchase your duck adoption certificates from Duck Central (Beacon Falls Pharmacy, 20 N. Main. St) or Lions and Lioness Club members, $5 each and only 2,000 available.

CUB SCOUT REGISTRATION

Make tracks to Beacon Falls Pack 2010 Cub Scout Registration.  All boys in 1st through 4th grade are invited to registration on Wednesday, September 8, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Beacon Falls Pizza Palace.  If you have any questions or cannot make this registration, please feel free to visit our website at www.pack2010.org or contact Kurt Hummel at cubmaster@pack2010.org and/or call 203-729-3358.  If you are up for an adventure with lots of fun and learning makes tracks to Pack 2010 registration.

CONSERVATION COMMISSION

The Beacon Falls Conservation Commission meets the first Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall to discuss matters of open space and conservation.

BEACON FALLS SENIOR CENTER

The senior center is located at 57 North Main St. and can be reached at (203)723-2344. Its hours are: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Monthly meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month. There are exercise classes every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at 9 a.m.; lunch on Wednesdays at 12 noon (call the center for menu and to sign up); Wii bowling on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.; hot dogs ($1.50) and bingo on the second and fourth Thursdays of the money; and excursions every Friday leaving the center at 10 a.m. (Call for destination and to reserve, as space is limited) New members are welcome.

ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Adult basketball is held every Tuesday and Friday evening in the Laurel Ledge gymnasium at 7 p.m. for Beacon Falls and Prospect residents.

PACK 2010 CUB SCOUTS

Are you interested in joining an active organization that focuses on fun with a purpose?  Any boy in first through fifth grade is invited to join Cub Scout Pack 2010.  Please contact Mark Crowley at (203) 804-9034, Kurt Hummel at (203) 729-3358, or Wendy Hopkinson at (203) 723-4701 or visit our website, pack2010.org, for additional information.

YOGA

Yoga Classes are held every Friday from 8 – 9:30 a.m. at the Senior Center on North Main Street. Classes are taught by Eleanor Krauss and Pam Mellitz and are open to all ages and levels of experience. Join in the fun and help balance your life. For more information, call (203) 729-8581.

ZUMBA

Taylor Kelly teaches Zumba classes on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 8 p.m. at Woodland High School.  The fee is $10 to drop in for a class.

PROSPECT

POST 194 TAG SALE

The American Legion Post 194 / Auxiliary Tag Sale will be held rain or shine on Saturday September 18 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at St. Anthony’s parking lot next to Dunkin Donuts on Route 69, Prospect.
Again, we are ever so grateful each year to the many people of Prospect and surrounding towns who come by to say, “Hello.” We’ll have something for everyone. Hotdogs and soda will be available for purchase. Pick up of larger items is available by calling Marty Muzzey at (203)527-6726. Electrical Items can not be accepted. Proceeds help fund Veteran’s programs.

CRAFTERS AND VENDORS WANTED

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Prospect Volunteer Fire Department will hold “Shopper’s Delight” on Oct. 2 from 9 am – 4 p.m. They are currently looking for vendors and crafters. Each space, which includes six-foot table, costs $25. The event will be held at the Prospect firehouse on Route 69. Please call Jan Mallon at (203) 758-5820, Bernice Wilson at (203) 758-5280, or Eileen Flanagan at (203) 758-3513 for information.

CONNECTICUT BUSINESS ALLIANCE

The Connecticut Business Alliance is opening a new chapter in the Naugatuck Valley. We are a group of professionals and entrepreneurs who are committed to the success of all our members. Through referrals, education, advisors and mentoring we serve as each others’ Board of Directors. Having trouble reaching the right people? Our members know them! Through referrals, we help open doors, make introductions and connect you with business partners and customers. Each week, you will have the opportunity to promote your business and ask for the type of referral you need. Join us to learn more about the CBA.

Meetings are held every Thursday morning from 7:30 – 9 a.m. at The Meeting Place, 30 Center St. Call Angela Danek at (203) 723-4467 or Tammy Enquist-Liscomb at (203)598-7177 ext. 54329 for more information.  Check us out at ctbusinessalliance.com.

ZUMBA

This program is held on Saturdays from 9:45 – 10:30 a.m. at the Prospect Grange Hall. It is open to anyone 14 years of age or older. Zumba is an up-and-coming style of aerobics which incorporates hip salsa dancing with a cardiovascular workout. Cost is $60 for residents and $65 for non-residents.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

If you are interested in playing a couple of pickup games a week, join us at Long River Middle School for a good time. The league consists of women over 18 playing friendly pickup games during the evenings. The games take place on Monday nights and are held from 7-9 p.m. in the LRMS Gymnasium.

NARANON MEETING
The Naranon Family Group, “Letting Go with Love,” is held at St. Anthony’s Parish Center, 4 Union City Road, every Wednesday from 7:30 – 9 p.m. For more information, please contact Susan at (203) 758-5483 or email susan@fannierose.com.