Upjohn plan approved...
Pfizer Inc. has announced that the EPA has approved its corrective measures study. Read the Register for more information.

An Excellent time...

Hamden Public Schools and the Hamden Education Association will host the third annual “Celebration of Excellence.”  It will take place on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at Hamden High School, Room C-107.

This celebration will honor educators who have received special recognition for their outstanding accomplishments during the last school year.  Also being recognized are teachers who have mentored Hamden’s newest teachers by sharing their knowledge and experience.  Supporting and inspiring their colleagues, these mentors have demonstrated a true commitment to education.

In addition, 11 teachers will be honored as exemplary teachers representing their respective schools, including Larry Stein from Ridge Hill who has been chosen as Hamden’s Teacher of the Year.  These outstanding educators will be presented with awards donated by the Hamden Chamber of Commerce and individual Hamden businesses. If you haven't met Larry yet, he's worth the trip. He gave a hilarious yet serious talk at the opening convocation for teachers this year.

A time for creatures...
Halfway Home Rescue's fifth annual Furr Ball will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. Oct. 1 at Fantasia, 404 Washington Ave., North Haven. It's a dinner-dance, raffle and silent auction to raise money for the cause. $35 a person, cash var. The organization relies solely on donations. To make a donation or purchase tickets, call 203-985-8338 or email HalfwayHomeOnline@yahoo.com.

Wine, Roses and Rotary...
The ninth annual Day of Wine and Roses sponsored by the North Haven Rotary Club takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday Sept. 26 at Forget Me Not Flower Shop, 39 State St., North H aven. Local wine makers will be bringing their vino and it will be judged professionally. The public also will weigh in. Wine, other beverages and light fare will be available. Tickets are $30 for people older than 21. Info? Call Luigi at 203-248-7589.