Sunday, January 31, 2010

The Long Emergency/J. H. Kunstler at Gelston House

The Long Emergency and What it Means for Your Community. Join James Howard Kunstler at a lively event on Saturday, March 6, 2010, from 4-8 PM at the Gelston House at 8 Main Street in East Haddam. Mr. Kunstler, author of The Long Emergency - Surviving the Converging Catastrophes of the 21st Century will discuss the implications of peak oil and the suburban predicament. He urges the reframing of expectations and the reorganization of our economic activities in the face of unfolding environmental and social calamities. The Long Emergency tells us what to expect after we pass the tipping point of global peak oil production and the end of the honeymoon of affordable energy, preparing us for economic, political, and social changes of an unimaginable scale... The book asks the important question, "what will happen when our current plagues of global warming, epidemic disease, and overpopulation collide to exacerbate the end of the oil age?" The event is sponsored by the Earth Charter Community of the Lower Valley (ECCoLoV). After the lecture there will be free hors d'oeurves and a cash bar, followed by a panel discussion about steps local governments and individuals can take to prepare for the future. Admission is $20 if tickets are purchased by February 14, or $25 at the door.

Tickets are available online at www.earthcharterct.org or mail a check payable to "ECCoLoV" to ECCoLoV, PO Box 32, Moodus, CT. 06469, include your phone# or email address for confirmation. Please call 860-873-8989 for more information.

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Village Spa February Special

The Village Spa special for the month of February is a manicure and mini-facial for only $50. The spa is located at 25 Falls Rd. in Moodus. Call (860) 873-8156 or click on the link below for more details.

http://www.villagespact.vpweb.com/

Consumer Business Tip

The other day I went into a local food establishment to get lunch for myself and a co-worker. I ordered a cup of soup for myself and my co-worker wanted a soup and sandwich. I picked up the order and paid for it, then I asked for some spoons and crackers. The person behind the counter smiled and said "sorry, we're out of crackers". I just left, my lunch ruined. I know there is a cracker shortage right now, but I will still probably go elsewhere for my soup for a while, because I NEED crackers with my soup. So my consumer business tip is: If you serve soup, serve crackers, and if you run out, get some more.

Submitted by anonymous.

East Haddam Chatter Note- There is no cracker shortage that we are aware of.

Friday, January 29, 2010

East Haddam Tag Sale

There will be an indoor tag sale on Shore Rd.(off of Launching Area Rd.) this Saturday and Sunday (1/30 & 1/31) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday, January 28, 2010

Girls 5th/6th Travel Hoops Suffers Loss

The East Haddam girls 5th and 6th grade travel basketball team was defeated by Hebron this past weekend 36-17. Rachael Finch scored 8 points and Caralyn Cianciolo added 6 more in the loss. Tess Bushmann played well on the defensive end of the floor. East Haddam plays at Colchester this Saturday at 11:30 a.m.

Submitted by coach

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Middle School Girls Win 4th in a Row

The Hale Ray Middle School girls basketball team won again Tuesday to improve its record to 8-3 on the season. The Little Noises defeated North Branford at home 61 - 45. Stephanie Leonardo led all scorers with 18 points, while Jess Dombroski had a double, double with 16 points and 13 rebounds. Megan Morris did a solid job at the point running the offense with her own double, double in points and assists with 10 each. The Little Noises play undefeated Elliot in Clinton on Thursday at 3:45.

Hale-Ray Middle School: Girls Hoops

The Hale-Ray Middle School girls basketball team extended its winning streak to three games with a 48 - 38 win over the Chargers of John Winthrop last Friday. Stephanie Leonardo, Emily Traceski and Jess Dombroski all scored in double figures for the Little Noises. Amanda Maurer provided a big spark in the absence of tri-captain Kathryn Kay who was out with an injury.



Submitted by Coach



Coaches, post your teams scores and summaries on East Haddam Chatter by sending an email to smalltownchatter@yahoo.com

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Travel Hoops: 5th/6th Grade Girls

The East Haddam 5th & 6th grade girls travel basketball team defeated Marlborough in a low scoring contest, 13 - 12, at home on Jan 23rd. Caralyn Cianciolo led the way for E.H. with 7 points. Cailey Bottion and Nicole Dombroski played solid defense, while Armanhi Dixon led the team with double digit rebounds.

Submitted by Coach

If you would like to have your teams info.(scores, schedules, rosters, photos, etc.) posted on East Haddam Chatter send an email to smalltownchatter@yahoo.com

Monday, January 25, 2010

Congratulations Dan Maus!!!

East Haddam Chatter would like to congratulate Dan Maus, who was recently nominated as Humanitarian of East Haddam by the Community Lions Club for 50 years of volunteer service. THANK YOU DAN!!!



Do you know someone from town who deserves recognition, congratulations or acknowledgement? Send an email to smalltownchatter@yahoo.com and post it on "East Haddam Chatter" for the town to see.

Saturday, January 23, 2010

Local Bands: Basically Blues Band

East Haddam based blues band, "The Basically Blues", is now the house band at Creative Cooking- The New Orleans Restaurant on Rte. 1 in Westbrook. Come join them for a little country, a little rock and roll, and a whole lot of blues. The food is terrific so bring your appetite and your dancing shoes, and enjoy a great night out. The band also plays at other venues and is available for private events, so check out their website http://www.basicallyblues.com/ today!!!

If you would like to promote your band on "East Haddam Chatter". All you have to do is send an email to smalltownchatter@yahoo.com and I will post your bio, gigs, photos and video!

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Project Grad Hosting Raffle

Project Grad is holding a $5 raffle to benefit Hale Ray's class of 2010 all-night graduation party. First prize is a trip to Block Island. The drawing will be held February 4th. Visit www.nhrhsprojectgrad.com for more information.

Townwide Business Night

The Grange Hall on Town St. will be hosting another Townwide Business Night on January 29th from 6:30 pm- 9:00 pm. Join local business owners for this special networking opportunity. There will be wine tasting, and coffee and deserts will be served. Bring business cards for an East Haddam business to business table. This event is sponsored by the East Haddam Economic Development Commission, East Haddam First Selectman- Mark Walter, Payson Internet Solutions, Essex Printing and Hayden Wine & Spirits. This is a great opportunity to get some sound business tips and give your feedback. Call 860-873-1153 for questions.

Sunday, January 17, 2010

"Foolzz for Bloozz" Live at Gelston House














The Foolzz for Bloozz, featuring local musicians Johnny Vibrato and Marty Witkowski with Brad Parliman, will be making a special one night appearance at the Gelston House on Saturday January 23rd. Come join them for a night of food, fun, beverages, dancing, and some rockin' blues beginning at 8 p.m.

East Haddam Chatter: The Beginning

Hi there and welcome to East Haddam Chatter, a blog created for residents and past residents to keep up with the happenings in the town they're from. Here's how it works. You have something to say about East Haddam, you send us an email about what you would like to post, we post it and make it available for others to view and comment on. That's it. You don't need a membership and you can be anonymous if you like. It's easy and the posts are available for everyone to see. Announcements such as anniversaries, birthdays, engagements, or retirements; events such as team tryouts or charity fund raisers, promotions for your business, political views, complaints, awards, whatever you want. We will even post your pictures and videos. You can see where local bands are playing or the latest Hale Ray sports scores; the date of a new business' grand opening or what time the spaghetti supper starts . Find out what the people you see everyday have to say about anything about East Haddam. Email your chatter to smalltownchatter@yahoo.com and log on often to stay up on the latest.