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WOODSTOCK — The Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut (P/Arts) board announced an agreement with The Woodstock Academy Foundation, Inc. to secure the future of its mission by transferring its endowment to a restricted fund at Loos Center for the Arts. This fund will uphold the original mission of Opera New England/Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut by providing professional arts events and educational programs at affordable prices to people of all ages. These events will continue to be presented free of charge to school-aged children.
Established in 1974 as Opera New England, P/Arts has a long history of enriching the cultural fabric of northeastern Connecticut. Since The Woodstock Academy took ownership of the facility now known as Loos Center for the Arts in 2017, P/Arts has built a strong partnership with Loos Center and its dedicated staff. This collaboration has enhanced community arts programming, especially for children. Over the past seven years, Loos Center has been crucial in supporting P/Arts’ initiatives by handling logistics such as artist booking, marketing, and ticketing.
Melissa Zahansky, Board chair of Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut, thanked its countless donors and said: “As we embark on this exciting new chapter, the transfer of our program will ensure its longevity, allowing us to continue inspiring and enriching our community for generations to come. Your support means the world to us, and together, we will keep the arts alive and thriving.”
While P/Arts board members will continue to assist with the fund, the support of The Woodstock Academy Foundation will enable the fund to grow beyond P/Arts’ sole capabilities. This growth will ensure that arts programming in the northeast Connecticut region will continue to thrive in the future.
Eric Davidson, executive director of Loos Center for the Arts, said: “Through this endeavor, we’re delighted to strengthen the future of the Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut mission and expand the top-notch arts offerings available within our region.”
Stay tuned for announcements from Loos Center for the Arts regarding the fund’s first public fund-raiser in September 2024.
This event will feature the first public opera at the venue since Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut presented “Madame Butterfly” in 2014.
Supporters of the Opera New England/Performing Arts of Northeast Connecticut mission are encouraged to contribute to this newly developed fund. For additional information, visit theloos.org/giving/paf.

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Changes Coming
Because pedestrian and bike safety have become a priority, look for the state Department of Transportation to upgrade the crosswalk on Kennedy Drive. Currently there is one plain yellow crosswalk sign in the area between a River Trail parking lot and Riverview Landscaping/Ice Cream. It will be much more visible, much more reflective, likely flashing when the button is pushed.  Town Administrator Elaine Sistare said it’s likely to be done in 2025.  “State DOT has been making it a priority for pedestrian and bike safety lately - as the state has seen an increase in pedestrian injuries and fatalities in recent years.” Linda Lemmon photo.

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LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF PUTNAM
PUTNAM SPECIAL SERVICES
WEST PUTNAM DISTRICT
EAST PUTNAM FIRE DISTRICT
COLLECTOR OF REVENUE
(860) 963-6800 Extension 804
The first installment of taxes, due to the Town of Putnam, Special Service District, East Putnam Fire District and West Putnam District on the Grand List of October 1, 2023, is due and payable on July 1, 2024, through August 1, 2024.
TO AVOID INTEREST CHARGES, MAIL MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN AUGUST 1, 2024
Payments made after the last day to pay without penalty will be subject to an interest charge of 3% (1.5% per month) or $2.00 minimum per Town and $2.00 per Special Service District, East Putnam Fire District and West Putnam District (where applicable), whichever is higher, according to Connecticut State Statute, Sec. 12-146.
Online payments can be made at the Town of Putnam website - www.putnamct.us after July 1, 2024.
We are now located at 200 School Street at the new Municipal Complex.  For your convenience, feel free to use our drop box option located outside the Putnam Town Hall on the left hand side of the building.
Town Hall Office Hours
8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. Monday through Wednesday
8 a.m. through 6 p.m. Thursday
8 a.m. through 1 p.m. Friday
Tax Office Window closes 15 minutes prior to Town Hall daily closure.

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Tax Collector’s Office
TOWN & FIRE
DISTRICT OF POMFRET
Legal Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town and Fire District of Pomfret that the first installment of taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2023, is DUE AND PAYABLE July 1, 2024.  The last day to pay without penalty is August 1, 2024.  Per State Statute, interest will be charged at 18% annually (1.5% per month), with a minimum charge of $2.00 per entity (Town and Fire District are separate entities) on all delinquent payments postmarked after August 1, 2024.
Please make all checks payable to Pomfret Tax Collector.  The mailing address is 5 Haven Road, Pomfret Center, CT 06259.  If a receipt is desired, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope.  For more information or to pay online, go to www.pomfretct.gov.
Tax office hours are:  Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and Wednesday
8:30 am to 6:00 pm, closed on Fridays.  If you have any questions, please call 860-974-0394.  

Pamela N. Gaumond, CCMC
Tax Collector
Town & Fire District of Pomfret
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Putnam Science Academy last week hosted its biggest Drills & Skills camp to date with kids from Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
PSA men’s basketball coach and camp director Tom Espinosa said: “The number of kids we had was just great to see. Many familiar faces and so many new ones this week. There were 75 boys and girls, ages 6-14, working out from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. “It was a really hot week, but the kids were warriors fighting through the heat and bringing it everyday”
The camp was broken into two divisions- the Big East for the younger group, the NBA for the older- with three teams in each.
The camp ended with Providence winning the Big East championship game by 3 points over UConn and the Nuggets winning the NBA championship game over the Bucks.  Providence was coached by Sam Nosakhare and the Nuggets were coached by Adamu Jabal.
Award winners from the week include: Free throw champions, T.J. Espinosa (NBA), Riley Shaw and Carson Lehto (Big East); Elbow shooting champions, T.J. Espinosa (NBA), Jackson Crescimanno and Henry Orrell (Big East); Hot Shot champions, Caleb Sawyer (NBA), Bishop Arnold and Teagan Espinosa (Big East); 1-on-1 champions, T.J. Espinosa (NBA), Thomas Neal and Teagan Espinosa (Big East); Hustle Award, Jaxon Specyalski (NBA) Blake Arnold (Big East); Coaches Award, Brody Dexter (NBA) and Charlie Ellsworth (Big East); and Player of the week, T.J. Espinosa (NBA) and Thomas Neal (Big East).
The camp also featured two All star games with 20 kids participating in each game and a camper of the day on each team was also recognized — one who stood out with work ethic and having a positive attitude.
There will be one more clinic this summer from Aug. 5 through Aug. 7. www.putnamscience.org to register.