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As we head into the final days of 2023, things are both speeding up and slowing down in the Capitol. Today we had the final Bond Commission meeting of the year, which included funding for electric buses in Region One (in Sharon, Cornwall, and HVRHS), the purchase of a new building for the Friendly Hands Food Bank in Torrington, and repairs to a dam in Goshen (among many other things). The room was packed, and it provided a nice opportunity to wish everyone Joyful Holidays and a Happy New Year.
There are a few more local events to pack in, including a vigil for Sandy Hook on the White Hart Green in Salisbury this evening, an artisan fair on Saturday also in Salisbury, and a tour of Cornwall's composting operation next week. After that the newsletter will take a little holiday break – I will be traveling with my family over Christmas, and the staff here will get a well-deserved respite.
From my family to yours, I wish everyone in the Northwest Corner a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! May your holidays be filled with good health, love, and laughter.
(By the way, apologies for the absence of a video this week – timing and a bout with the flu got the better of me.) |
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| If you find yourself in Kent over the holidays, don't miss the gingerbread creations scattered throughout businesses in town - this one is from Sophie's Restaurant and Bakery |
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| December 15 from 5-6pm: Candlelight Vigil to Remember the Victims of Sandy Hook. The event takes place on the green in front of the White Hart. Sophia and Lee deBoer first organized a vigil within days of the Sandy Hook tragedy and have been holding vigils on or near the anniversary in the 11 years since then. The event will include remarks from the Rev. John Nelson and Rep. Maria Horn, as well as some appropriate songs. It will conclude with the ringing of bells to remember those who died at Sandy Hook. Please bring your own candle. |
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Regional Holiday Markets
Many of the towns in the Northwest Corner hold holiday markets, and here are a few suggestions:
Salisbury Artisan Group’s Holiday Market
Dec. 16 Location: White Hart Inn, 15 Under Mountain Road, Salisbury
The Salisbury Artisan Group’s Holiday Market will take place at the White Hart on Dec. 16. Attendees can expect handmade crafts and artisanal goods.
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Crescendo presents Carols for the Earth on December 16 and 17
Crescendo is excited to follow up on the success of the 20th anniversary concert with Carols for the Earth on December 16 and 17 at 4pm. The concert will present a mixture of old and new holiday music, from both Christian and Jewish traditions, with an earth-conscious message.
Please visit Crescendo’s website, www.crescendomusic.org, for online ticket purchases, more details, and other season concerts, or call 860.435.4866. A limited number of tickets will be sold at the door 45 minutes before each performance.
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Sundays and More at Hotchkiss
Hotchkiss students will make Sunday your favorite day of the week! 3rd-8th graders can begin their Sundays at Hotchkiss' popular Coding Boot Camp from 10-11 am where they'll learn Scratch, Java, Python, explore AI and more.
Children 8-12 years old can then dash to a Basketball clinic on Sunday, November 12 and an Ice Hockey clinic on December 3, 11 am-noon. After the holidays, ultimate frisbee, soccer, and swimming will be offered.
On Sundays from 1-2 pm, Hotchkiss students of color are hosting a mentorship program for local students of color. Together they will enjoy sports, games, and other adventures on the Hotchkis campus.
For more information about any program, including weekly tutoring and reading sessions for children of all ages, please email clburchf@hotchkiss.org. |
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| It is my honor to represent our district. I look forward to hearing from you about the issues raised in this newsletter, or any other topics you think I should know about. You can email me at maria.horn@cga.ct.gov or call me at (860)-240-8585. Thanks for reading, and I wish you a safe weekend.
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| Sincerely,
Maria Horn
State Representative |
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