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Run raises $20,000
DANIELSON — More than 150 runners “Tackled the Trail” Oct. 18, raising $20,000 for The Quinebaug Valley Community College Foundation. The inaugural Tackle the Trail race covered 19.4 miles on the old Air Line Trail from Pomfret to Willimantic.
Thirty-two teams consisting of three to five runners and 15 individuals were registered for the race. Andrew Gasiorek of Pomfret Center, crossed the finish line on Milk Street in Willimantic in 2:14:27 averaging a 6:57 pace. QVCC Interim Director of Community Engagement Monique Wolanin was the first women to cross the finish line in 2:37:27. The first relay team to complete was Into the Wild, finishing in 2:32:29, also good for the top men’s team. First place for women’s teams was Brooklyn Running Club II with a time of 3:03:32. Putnam Bank captured first place for coed teams with a time of 2:44:58. First place in the under-13 division was Team PCS (Pomfret Community School) with a time of 3:02:29. Highlights for the runners included the Air Line Trail itself, the volunteers who encouraged and cheered them on, and the excellent post-race party at the Willimantic Elks.
According to Wolanin, one of the race organizers, support from the local community was exceptional, and she expressed thanks to the sponsors: Putnam Bank, Savings Institute Bank & Trust, The Center for Bone & Join Care, The Citizens National Bank, Gates Automotive Group, Quiet Corner Family Practice, Jewett City Savings, Weiss & Associates, UNFI, WINY radio and WILI Radio (sponsored by White Water Partnership). Wolanin and her committee are looking forward to planning Tackle 2015.
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Pomfret Community
Monday: Grilled cheese sandwiches, vegetarian chili, apples. Tuesday: Chicken Teriyaki, corn, pineapple tidbits. Wednesday: Hot dogs, baked beans, apple slices. Thursday - 12:30 dismissal: Mr. Fox's Pizza, watermelon. Friday - 12:30 dismissal: Deli turkey sandwiches, baked Doritos, apples.
Woodstock public schools
Monday: Cheeseburgers, baked beans, fruit. Tuesday: meatball grinders, carrots, fruit. Wednesday: Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, fruit. Thursday: No school - parent/teacher conferences. Friday: Pizza, spinach salad, fruit.
Putnam Elementary/Middle
Monday: Soft-shell tacos, corn, Fiesta rice. Tuesday: Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo. Wednesday: Chicken Caesar salad. Thursday - Thanksgiving Feast: Roast turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, squash, green beans, stuffing, cranberry sauce, warm apple crisp. Friday - Brunch at Lunch: Egg, bacon and cheese on an English muffin, hash browns.
Putnam High
Monday: Crunchy chicken wraps, three-bean salad with chick peas. Tuesday: Soft-shell tacos, Spanish rice and black beans, corn. Wednesday: Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo. Thursday - Thanksgiving Feast: Roast turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, warm apple crisp. Friday: Buffalo chicken salad.
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Donations needed
PUTNAM --- The Interfaith Human Services of Putnam on Grove Street is holding a coat, clothing and bedding drive.
The Nu 2 U Clothing Closet there is collecting warm coats and winter clothing in good clean condition for infants, toddlers, children, men, women, boys and girls in all sizes, as well as bedding including blankets and comforters in twin, full and queen sizes and sleeping bags.
Bring your items to the Closet or Daily Bread Food Pantry between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday and Friday; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday.
All items are distributed free.
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Farmers Market
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Farmers Market is held from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the Grill 37 on Rt. 44. New vendors always welcome. Call Sarah Green at 860-792-1104.
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PUTNAM --- The recent opening night of Pomfret School’s first alumni art show was a memorable tribute to an outstanding alum, Patrick Wood, who passed away in 2006. Pat’s twin sister, Libby, brought his spirit to life at the Silver Circle Art Gallery on their birthday Oct. 29 through the donation of art from his classmates.
Pomfret School’s Director of Advancement, Melissa Perkins Bellanceau attended the event and came away with a piece of jewelry made by Chelsea Weiss Baum ’03. “Wednesday’s Alumni/ae Art Show celebrated the very best of the Pomfret School community. Alumni/ae showcased their talents, many of which were inspired when they were students on the Pomfret hilltop, by donating their works in support of the Patrick D. Wood Memorial Prize. Faculty, past parents, current parents, alumni/ae, and friends of the school filled P.S. Art at the Silver Circle Gallery to support the cause and celebrate Patrick’s life.”
The opening night filled the gallery. Friends, family, and fans of admired the 24 pieces of art donated by alumni from various parts of the country and Hong Kong. Pomfret’s Head of School, Tim Richards said, “Libby Wood’s effort to bring her artist friends together was a huge success. The artwork was both eclectic and impressive, and a good crowd of people was treated to a fun show supporting the Patrick D. Wood ’01 Memorial Prize, a wonderful cause that is near and dear to many people at Pomfret.”
The Wood Prize helps to make a Pomfret School education possible for a talented student from Windham County who might not otherwise be able to come to Pomfret School.
“It was a tremendous outpouring of support,” said Bellanceau. “I am touched and inspired by the dedication of Patrick’s family to keep his memory alive and to honor Patrick’s legacy with this event and others they put on during the year. We at Pomfret remain incredibly grateful to the Wood Family for their generosity, thoughtfulness, and friendship to Pomfret School.”
Four recent “Wood Scholars” were in attendance: Caed Jones ’15, Evan Clarkin ’16, Dylan Clarkin ’16, and Gregory Rice ’17.
The artwork includes photographs, papercutting, woodblock prints, and jewelry and can be purchased online at www.patrickwoodprize.org. Contributing artists include Rob Campbell, Jared Vincent, Casey Arbor, Lilly Rand, Alexandra Sweet, Alex Arguimbau, Anthony Luckino, Joanne LaComb, and Libby Wood from the class of 2001, along with Ritsuko Hirai ’98, Amanda Schoppe ’99, Bennett Konesni ’00, Elaine Chen-Fernandez ’03, Chelsea Weiss Baum ’03, and Poon Watchara-Amphaiwan ’03.
The show runs through November.
More information about Patrick Wood and the Prize is available on www.patrickwoodprize.org or by contacting Libby Wood at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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