Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Three locations in area will each have two WNBA players greeting customers and signing autographs
If you visit the Colman Street Dunkin' Donuts at the right time on Thursday, you might get a basketball player's autograph along with your morning coffee. Players from the Connecticut Sun, the local WNBA team, will be visiting three Dunkin' Donuts shops around the region from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Two players will be at each location to greet customers and sign autographs. In addition to the New London site, players will also visit shops at 799 Long Hill Road in Groton and 641 Route 32 in Montville. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
"Connecticut: Still Revolutionary." Will it bring out-of-staters to us in droves? Take our poll and tell us what you think in the comments.
Earlier this week, Gov. Dannel Malloy unveiled Connecticut's new tourism slogan: "Connecticut: Still Revolutionary." "'Still Revolutionary' speaks to Connecticut’s deep roots in the founding of this country and reminds us that we still have that independent, revolutionary spirit," Malloy said in a press release. "For centuries we have been the home of literary greats, innovators and natural wonders — an incredibly diverse array of products and talent, all right here in Connecticut. We are a beautiful state, and we are very proud of our history, even as we look toward our future. It’s time we did a better job of telling that story," Malloy said. The tourism campaign is a $27 million effort that will span two years. It will include TV, …
This Week in New London, May 16-22
The food strolls are one of New London Main Street’s biggest annual events, so it’s no surprise that tonight’s spring food stroll—along with the corresponding events by other businesses—is one of the most prominent things to do this week. The stroll starts at 5:30 p.m., and tickets are available tonight outside New London Main Street’s building for $25, with a $5 discount for students and military. At the same time, the TSETSE Gallery opens the exhibit “Empowered,” done in collaboration with the Women’s Center of Southeastern Connecticut. At 6:30 p.m., the New London Irish Parade Committee awards two scholarships at the New London Fire Department Headquarters, while the Provenance Center screens the movie Farmageddon. With the warmer …
Today's Obituaries
New London: Joseph A. Konrad, 87, passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2012. New London: Nathan A. Smith, 74, passed away on Monday, May 14, 2012.
They're trying to recruit 600 new members by May 19
The Submarine Force Museum embarked on a journey on Sunday, May 13--to gain 600 new members in six days. According to the Groton museum's website, $35 buys you an annual membership, which includes newsletters, invites to events, discounts at the gift shop and online, a listing in the registry and more! The museum accepts online donations, so it's super easy to become a a member. The museum's Facebook page is also keeping track of new members and adding their names to its cover photo, so be sure to check for your name if you decide to join! Help the museum reach its goal and join here by Saturday, May 19.
Orlando Morel, one of cadets graduating from the Coast Guard Academy today, was saved by the service when he was six years old
One of the cadets graduating from the Coast Guard Academy today is repaying the service for saving his life when he was six years old. According to the Huffington Post, Orlando Morel and several other migrants from Haiti were heading to the United States on a small wooden boat when the vessel got lost. Suffering from lack of food and water, Morel and his fellow passengers were rescued by the Coast Guard. Morel was sent to Cuba after his rescue, and later reunited with his ill mother at Bethesda Naval Hospital in Maryland. He was adopted by Louise Jackson, who was serving in the Navy and acting as Morel's mother's translator, after his mother died. Morel was inspired to serve in the Coast Guard, and will be part of the 131st commencement …
The youth classes will begin June 19
Kids, don't spend your summer watching cartoons when you can learn to draw your own! The Custom House Maritime Museum is teaming up with artist Jon Buller to host a summer session of cartooning classes, the museum announced on Facebook. According to the post, the "Cartooning for Kids" class will be held on the following Tuesdays from 4 to 5 p.m.: The four-session class is for kids ages 7 and up. Cost for the class is $75, which includes materials. To register, call (860) 447-2501.
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Statewide singing group visits the Second Congregational Church of New London
A statewide chorale will give its first concert in southeastern Connecticut this weekend, bringing a program of spring music to the Second Congregational Church. The Greater Middletown Chorale will perform “Come, Let Us Sound With Melody” at 4 p.m. on Sunday. General admission is $25, while the attendees over the age of 62 are admitted for $20. Students from age 10 through college pay $15, while children under the age of nine are admitted for free. The chorale was established in Middletown in 1977, but today includes members from 35 different communities. Matt McCaffrey, president of the chorale and pastor of the Second Congregational Church, said the group includes some professional singers but mostly consists of people who enjoy singing…
Five things to know for May 16
1. Periodic rain and thunderstorms arrive today, with a slight chance that they'll linger into the early evening. The high temperature hits 65 degrees, sunrise is 5:29 a.m., and sunset is 8:02 p.m. 2. Janet Napolitano delivers the commencement address as the Coast Guard Academy graduates its latest class of cadets today. The ceremony starts at 11 a.m., and there might be increased traffic around the gate this morning as parents and guests arrive. 3. We’re in the middle of Hope Week, and there are a few events going on at the Science and Technology Magnet High School tonight. The Student Fun Night brings in games and activities from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. While you’re there, you can also check out the senior science and art projects. Let Patch …
TV tips for Wednesday May 16, 2012
Modern Family, 9 p.m., ABC Last week’s episode was the perfect mix of emotion and humor. The humanity of Jay was really touching, in both his reminiscences of the dissolution of his marriage, and his care of Gloria’s feet. Don’t Trust The B …, 9:30 p.m., ABC “Meatballs!” Seriously, if you are not watching this – why not? And thank goodness, it has been renewed! Criminal Minds, 9 p.m., CBS Season finale – and for all you fans of rampant misogyny, this has been renewed.
George Lazarre
8:16 pm on Wednesday, May 16, 2012
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