The Arc Quinebaug Valley recently celebrated an evening of appreciation at their Annual Meeting & Awards Night. More than family members, friends, community supporters, Arc Board Members, staff and participants in their many programs that support individuals with intellectual, developmental and other life-affecting disabilities.
The theme of the evening represented perseverance. Regardless of the fiscal obstacles that have stood in the way of this nonprofit human service agency due to the state budget, The Arc continues to be steadfast in their goals and aspirations for the future.
Executive Director Susan Desrosiers said: “Although The Arc has continuously faced budget hardships, we persevere and continue to deliver exceptional services to meet the needs of those we support. We are deeply committed to maintaining the success of this agency and overcoming the tough times together, and for that, there is reason to celebrate! For over 65 years, The Arc has been a life-line for individuals with life-affecting disabilities and their families. The Arc has truly been blessed by such a positive light that surrounds us and we always look forward to celebrating our many accomplishments over the year at Awards Night.”
Receiving awards that evening included Wayne Coolidge for the Spirit Award, Annette Grenier for the Dove Award for her advocacy efforts, and a Volunteer Award was given to Joan Fox for all of her help at the agency over the years. Pam Brown received The Norma Cassettari Award for her commitment to the Mission of The Arc. Heather Motyl was presented the Ronald D. Johnson Memorial Award for her determination to inspire and promote love and peace amongst all around her this past year. Achievement Awards were given to Laura Leroux, Steven Brunelle, Shawn Smith, MaryAnn Laferriere and Roy Ciak. Kathy Lawless was presented the Everett O’Keefe Award and Nicki Rizner was given the Self Advocacy Award. From the community, Dunkin’ Donuts was awarded the Community Partnership Award for their partnership with The Arc. Rawson Materials received the Community Support Award for their continued support and generosity to the agency. A Special Appreciation Award was also displayed in honor of Al Berger, a near and dear friend of The Arc for many years, who sadly passed in April. Employer Awards were given to Seely-Brown Village & Up Top Screen Printing for providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in a work environment. Shannon Jacovino, Director of Public Policy & Advocacy of The Arc Connecticut, received a Special Recognition Award for her advocacy work in promoting the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for many years.
Other staff recognized included Makenzi Kaylor, Linda Charron, Phil Hill, Norman Renaud, Candra Desabre, Nikki Williams, Michelle Pepin, Suzette Lathrop, Jenn Buell and Frank Whitehead.
Wed. July 12
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- Art @ the Library will present nature photography by John Rivera at the Thompson Public Library through July 28. There will be an opening reception from 6:30 to 8 p.m. July 10. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. www.thompsonpubliclibrary.org
Fun Run
THOMPSON --- The West Thompson Dam Fun Run is on Wednesdays through Sept. 13. It will be held at the West Thompson Dam Entrance on Ravenelle Road. Start time is 6:15 p.m. Distance is 3.1 and 1.44 miles. The Fun Run or walk is free and is open to everyone. Free T-shirt once three events are completed. Details: mayer.robert @sbcglobal.net. This year’s events will be held in memory of Ryan French who died in January.
Photo Exhibit
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret will present “Nature’s Canvas – photography by Nancy L. Barrett” through the end of July at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center. 860-928-4948.
Thur. July 13
Movie Series
WOODSTOCK --- The First Congregational Church of Woodstock Board of Outreach and the Bracken Memorial Library at Woodstock Academy will present “Hidden Figures” at 6:30 p.m. at the Woodstock Academy Auditorium, 57 Academy Road. Free and all welcome. Discussion follows and light refreshments served. “Profiles in Color: Breaking Barriers” series (presented under public performance site license number 87152-1).
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present Evening Bird Walk at 6 p.m. starting from the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for members; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4849.
Church Supper
DANIELSON --- The Westfield Church on Main Street will hold a BBQ Chicken Supper from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. $12 adults; $8 for kids 10 and younger. Eat in or take out. WestfieldUCC.org/Eat
Sat. July 15
al Fresco
PUTNAM --- "Sophisticated Lady" al fresco will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Rotary Park. Rain date is July 16. Free.
Cookout
PUTNAM --- A CAR Cookout for the Troops free cookout to support Connecticut’s military members and their families will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at King Cadillac GMC, 139 Pomfret St.
River Fire
PUTNAM --- River Fire will be presented from 8:30 to 10 p.m. at Rotary Park. Rain date is July 16. Free.
Sun. July 16
Farm Tour
THOMPSON --- The Last Green Valley will present Farmers in the Valley Tours with Ice Cream and Bluegrass from 1 to 3 p.m. at Fort Hill Farms on Quaddick Road. Thelastgreenvalley.org.
Tues. July 18
Exercise Group
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Senior Exercise Group will meet from 9 to 10 a.m. every Tuesday in the Woodstock Town Hall lower level meeting room. Free for all Woodstock senior citizens 60 and older. 860-974-1050.
Wed. July 19
Rug Exhibit
DUDLEY --- The Pearl K. McGown Northern Teacher’s Workshop will present a rug exhibition from noon to 7 p.m. at the Nichols College Auditorium. Free admission.
Thur. July 20
Library Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Library Friends will present a free event, “Abandoned Villages and Ghost Towns of New England” with Tom D’agostino at 7 p.m. at the Pomfret Historical Society’s Old Towne House. No registration required. www.pomfretlibrary.org
Street Fest
WILLIMANTIC --- Willimantic’s 3rd Thursday Street Festival will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Main Street. Free parking, entrance and live music. Vendors. Classic Car Show. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Wed. July 26
Golf Tourney
PUTNAM --- The annual Knights of Columbus, Gerry Vaillant Memorial, Golf Tournament will be held at 1 p.m. at the Connecticut National Golf Course.
Thur. July 27
Movie Series
WOODSTOCK --- The First Congregational Church of Woodstock Board of Outreach and the Bracken Memorial Library at Woodstock Academy will present “42” at 6:30 p.m. at the Woodstock Academy Auditorium, 57 Academy Road. Free and all welcome. Discussion follows and light refreshments served. “Profiles in Color: Breaking Barriers” series (presented under public performance site license number 87152-1).
Sat. July 29
Tag Sale
DANIELSON --- A tag sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Community Room at Killingly Library on Westcott Road. Benefits PAWS Cat and Kitten Shelter. 860-336-7129.
Sun. July 30
Nature Program
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present Summer Writing Workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Trail Wood on Kenyon Road. $10 for members; $20 for nonmembers. 860-928-4849.
Wed. Aug. 2
History Collaboration
LEBANON --- The Last Green Valley Historical Collaboration at the Lebanon Historical Museum will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the museum on Trumbull Highway. Free. For all history lovers, historical society members, librarians, or other like-minded organizations & individuals. Enjoy the current exhibit, tour the Pastor's Library & Beaumont House, view the replica Hearse House with their antique hearse, and more. Questions & RSVP to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Fri. Aug. 4
First Fridays
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present its First Fridays event from 6 to 9 p.m. downtown. Discoverputnam.com.
Sat. Aug. 5
Farm Tour
N. FRANKLIN --- The Last Green Valley will present Farmers in the Valley Tours with Corn Roast in the Hayfield and Farm Tour from 1 to 3 p.m. at Cushman Farm on Lebanon Avenue. Thelastgreenvalley.org
Fri. Aug. 11
‘Mermaid’
PUTNAM --- The Bradley Playhouse on Front Street will present “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 13, 20 and 27. 860-928-7887.
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PUTNAM — Thomas Borner, president and CEO of Putnam Bank, announced promotions at the bank. “I’m privileged to recognize the accomplishments and hard work of our employees. It is rewarding to be able to promote from within as the staff develops and grows along with the bank. Our employees represent true community banking by providing great service to our customers and the community” said Borner.
Donna Glaude was promoted to vice president and operations officer. Donna has more than 31 years in banking, 17 of which have been with Putnam Bank. She holds an associate’s degrees from Newbury Junior College and is a graduate of the Connecticut School of Finance and Management. She is a member of the Day Kimball Healthcare Woman’s Board, and lives in Brooklyn with her husband and children.
Brandy Hapgood was promoted to assistant vice president and area manager. Hapgood has more than 22 years in banking, and has been with Putnam Bank for six years. She graduated from the Connecticut School of Finance and Management and attended Quinebaug Valley Community College. She is a member of the Day Kimball Healthcare Woman’s Board, Putnam Business Association, Day Kimball Hospital Putnam Bank Golf Tournament Committee, and co-chairs the annual Arc Quinebaug Valley Golf Tournament. She lives in Plainfield with her husband and son.
Melissa Stedman was promoted to branch manager of the Griswold Office. Stedman begin her banking career with Putnam Bank 10 years ago. She has an associate’s degree from Quinebaug Valley Community College and has received numerous certificate form the Center for Financial Training. Stedman is the bank’s team captain for both the annual Northeast Opportunities for Wellness Road Race, and annual Quinebaug Valley Regional Rotaract Club Trivia Night. She lives in Brooklyn.
Borner also announced the following staff promotions and reassignments. Leah Davis, promoted to assistant branch manager, Danielson Branch; CarolAnn Blomberg, promoted to loan closing officer; Patricia Kovacik, promoted to commercial loan closing officer; Jaimini Patel, promoted to CSR supervisor, Griswold Branch; Alyson Davis, promoted to CSR supervisor, Main Office; Joyce Borey, promoted to loan servicing supervisor; Dawn St. Onge promoted to CSR/IRA coordinator; Amanda Tarryk, promoted to loan processor II; Denise Heuschneider, senior teller promoted to assistant head teller; Suzanne Watters, senior teller promoted to assistant head teller; Kimberli Long, senior teller promoted to assistant head teller; Sandra Pellecchia, teller promoted to senior teller; and Seana Hendrickson, teller promoted to senior teller.
Dividends
are declared
PUTNAM — Thomas A. Borner, president and CEO of PB Bancorp, Inc., announced that the company’s Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the company’s common stock of $0.04 per share. The dividend will be payable to all stockholders of record as of July 19, and is scheduled to be paid on Aug. 2.
“We are pleased to announce this latest dividend payment for the Holding Company,” said Borner. “We believe that providing a return to our stockholders is an important part of being a community bank. We look forward to continuing to build our brand of community banking, a journey we embarked upon 155 years ago, and serving our mission of enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve”.