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Thank you to Judith Lessler for contributing the cover photo, which was taken during the snowstorm on Dec. 17, 2020.The Villager welcomes photo contributions for cover consideration. Submissions must be emailed as high-resolutionjpeg images to cking@oronoquevillage.com

6 seasonal snapshots8 Volunteer Opportunities10 resident essay11 Work by the OV Writer’s Group12 Beyond the Village: Day trips13 Kudos to District 8 14 Open-air Market at shakespeare theatre16 COVID testing at Milford Mall17 Book Club’s Pick for February 202119 saC Plans for Virtual trivia Night

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uPCOMING eMPLOyee HOLIDays During 2021, The Business and Maintenance Offices willbe closed on the following holidays:

DOLLCraFters CONtINues GOOD WOrK DesPIte PaNDeMIC During 2020, the Oronoque Village Dollcrafters still madedolls for children in need. Throughout the year, some of theladies met in the SCB parking lot to exchange dolls to beworked on. In all, about 200 dolls were distributed to the Center forFamily Justice, Bridgeport Hospital 'Toy Closet', Shriner's Hos-pital and St Vincent de Paul. For a short time, the club alsosold dolls for monetary contributions of $20 (or more). Themoney went towards the purchase of much-needed doll-making supplies. Dollcrafters extends a “thank you to those residents whopurchased the 25 dolls for sale and also to those who donatedmaterials and yarns.”

‘artIst OF tHe MONtH’returNs IN FeBruary

The OV Arts Guild is reintroducing the Artist of the Monthseries via a virtual exhibit on OVTV, Channel 591. The first inthe relaunch will feature Barbara Dierolf and begins on Feb.1. She will exhibit portraits in oil and pencil, and abstractsusing encaustic technique on fabric.

An article on Barbara and her artwork will be published inthe Feb. 1 issue of the The Villager

WaNteD: artIsts OF tHe MONtH The OV artist of the Month program is looking for artists

for 2021. This program is open to all resident artists/crafts-men who would like to display their talents. While the club-houses are closed, the art will be shown on OVTV, Channel591. When the buildings reopen, the art will be displayed inthe North Clubhouse in two separate “Artist of the Month ex-hibit spaces.

Artists displaying on channel 591 can exhibit four or fivepieces of art work along with the artist's written commentsabout the work. Each artist is also featured in The Villager witha photograph and a short profile.

If you are interested in displaying your work in 2021, pleasecontact Barbara Stewart at 203-612-1373 or barbsmt@yahoo.com.

traCKING COVID-19 aND HOW yOu CaN HeLP The Stratford Health Department is actively monitoringCovid-19-related health trends through various forms of datasurveillance. Check out our data-specific webpage for moreinformation: www.townofstratford.com/coronavirus/data. The Stratford Health Department also is actively perform-ing contact tracing in partnership with the state Departmentof Health using a platform called ContaCT. Volunteers are call-ing people who have tested positive for Covid-19 to see howthey are doing, provide education about protecting theirfriends and family, and asking about anyone they may havecome in contact with to help contain the spread of the virus. If you are willing to participate, the health departmentwill use the ContaCT system to identify and reach out viaemail and text to you and your contacts. It is important tonote that privacy will be respected and no names or contactinfo will be released to anyone. For information, email Health@townofstratford.com orcall 203-385-4090.

seNIOr CeNter MeMBersHIPs exteNDeD tO JuNe 30, 2021 Stratford Senior Services is extending Baldwin Centermemberships through June 30, 2021. In a gesture of good-will, membership fees will not be collected at the beginningof 2021. The Baldwin Beacon will continue to be mailed. If youneed to update any of your information, please send an emailto seniorservices@townofstratford.com, write to at BaldwinCenter, 1000 West Broadway, Stratford, CT 06615 or call 203-385-4050. The Baldwin Center remains closed to the public . At thistime there is no definitive reopening date due to renovationsand the ever-changing nature of this public health crisis. Sen-ior Services staff members are in every day and preparing towelcome you back safely.

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to residents impacted by the COVID-19 public healthemergency through participation in a program adminis-tered through the state’s Office of Policy and Management(OPM) set forth by Governor Ned Lamont’s Executive Order7S and renewed under Executive Order 9R. The program allows for a 90-day deferment of any

taxes on real property, personal property, motor vehiclesand municipal sewer charges from the day they are due. At the urging of Mayor Laura R. Hoydick, the Stratford

Town Council authorized participation in the program lastApril by a unanimous vote. Mayor Hoydick indicated thatno new vote of the Council is needed to authorize this sec-ond round of deferments. “Participation in this deferment offers our residents im-

portant and significant relief if they have been adverselyimpacted by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Mayor Hoydick.“The impact of this crisis has been tremendous and hasbeen sustained since the spring. Many who were understrain back in the spring are doubly so now as we enter ourtenth month in coping with this pandemic. We need tocontinue doing what we can to help those who face finan-cial difficulties and uncertainty, and I hope residents whoneed it will take advantage of this assistance.” As with the previous deferment in the spring, those el-

igible for the deferment will need to document and attestto significant economic impact due to the impact ofCOVID, and the Town will follow the guidance of OPM asto the criteria for eligibility. The deadline for applying isFeb. 1, 2021. The deferment is available by application only. The ap-

plication form can be found on the Town of Stratford web-site: http://www.townofstratford.com/taxcollector

seNIOr CeNter serVICes INCLuDe FOOD, eNGaGeMeNt If you are experiencing difficulty accessing food during

the COVID-19 health pandemic, please contact StratfordSenior Services at 203-385-4050 for a phone screening todetermine what food assistance programs are available tohelp you. Also, to those older adults who shy away from using

technology or do not have the devices needed to stay vir-tually connected, and/or, feel ill-equipped to operate thedevice: Don’t let this stop you from reaching out and en-gaging with other people. Contact Stratford Senior Serv-ices for information on staying connected.

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Santa (Bob MacDonald) and his able helper (Monica MacDonald), pictured above, took some time to visit neigh-bors on Bayview Lane to deliver holiday goodies. Amongthose who were visited were Emilio and Karen Ruiz (topright), Bruno and Pam Manes (bottom right) and DorisPlavnicky (below).

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As part of an eighth-grade social studies project, titled “Give Back to the Community,” Jordan Aaron delivered holidaycookies to the Business Office and the Maintenance Office. Jordan’s grandma is OV resident Janice Dulberg, who isa master cookie maker. Accepting the gifts from Jordan are Liz Choma, left, and Dave Steeves, right.

Thanks to Jeanette Caron for contributing the photos and information.

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VOLuNteerING OPPOrtuNItIes

Are you looking to stay active? Do you want to make a dif-ference in someone's life? The Agency on Aging of South

Central Connecticut (AOASCC) has opportunities for thosewho would like to volunteer their time.

The AOASCC is an independent nonprofit organization

serving older adults, individuals with disabilities and care-givers in greater New Haven and the lower Valley. Its missionis to empower adults to remain as independent and engagedas possible within their communities through advocacy, in-formation, and services.

AOASCC is home to many volunteer programs, each with

different requirements and focus. For information, visithttps://www.aoascc.org or call 203-785-8533. Volunteers with AOASCC can help members of the com-munity in a variety of ways. A few of the services offered aredescribed below: shop for someone Homebound: Volunteer to deliverfood/medications to individuals homebound due to COVID-19. You will be provided with a $100 gift card to do the shop-ping and you will be reimbursed for your mileage. Deliverywill be made strictly to the doorstep; there will be no interac-tion with the person you are helping. Friendly Visitor: Do you have one hour a week you couldoffer someone? Consider the isolation you have felt overthese last several month, now think of that as your forever re-ality. There are many older adults and veterans out there withno social circle...can you offer a few minutes of your time tothem? Be the person to make a difference in their life.There aremany older adults who are isolated and lonely, so just acheck-in and conversation can make all the difference in theweek. The RSVP program requires just a few hours of yourtime during the month. To be eligible you need to be over55 and pass a background check. Orientation, training and continued support is provided.Call Cherie Strucaly, who can be reached at 203-785-8533, ext.2907 or cstrucaly@aoascc.org if you are interested. Companion: There are many lonely and isolated olderadults in need of companionship. Companions make a differ-ence by providing friendship and assistance such as runningerrands and assisting with light meals to adults who have dif-ficulty with daily living tasks. Your time can also give families a much-needed time offfrom their caregiving responsibilities. Companions serve 5-40 hours per week and are assigned to individuals who areliving at home. Typically, companions are assigned to 2-3 peo-ple and spend 3-4 hours with them daily. For their service, acompanion receives a tax-free stipend, transportation reim-bursement, ongoing training and recognition.

Becoming a senior Medicare Patrol Volunteer : During thisunusual, isolating, and challenging time … now is a great op-portunity to become a Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) TeamVolunteer at Agency on Aging South Central Connecticut. The initial step is to call Kisha Hull at 203-785-8533,(choose option 3) and she’ll send an application through themail. The next step is to set up an interview and view a 20-minute slide presentation that gives a general overview ofthe program. If you like what you see and learn, you and Kishacan then move forward and decide the best use of your time. Many who have joined SMP do so for a variety of reasons… but the two main ones expressed by participants are hav-ing the desire to contribute and use their professional skillsand exploring new relationships and getting to know otherswith similar interests. Senior Medicare Patrol is an important program that as-sists Medicare beneficiaries and the federal government inthe protection, detection and reporting of Medicare frauds,errors and abuses. Additional training beyond orientation isoffered and it may be done at your own pace, on your own,in conjunction with others, and at different levels as you moveup to higher levels of expertise. Medicare is complicated and the SMP program gives anexcellent education as to what you should have knowledgeof at a minimum. Currently Zoom is the most user-friendly way of meetingon-line, but AOASCC is continually experimenting with newtechnologies as they become available. If you have just a telephone, tablet, desktop or laptop,you can begin to take the steps you need to take to join thisvolunteer program. Volunteer with senior Corps: The Senior Corps Pro-grams – Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions and RSVP– offer individuals who are 55 years of age and older an op-portunity to give back to their communities, connectingthem with the people and organizations that need themmost. Conceived during John F. Kennedy's presidency, SeniorCorps currently links more than 270,000 Americans to serviceopportunities. Their contributions of skills, knowledge andexperience make a real difference to individuals, nonprofitsand faith-based and other community organizationsthroughout the United States. Individuals must be willing to make a commitment toserve on an ongoing basis, 2-20 hours per week. Individualshave an array of opportunities to choose from based on theirinterests and availability. Volunteers receive guidance andtraining so they can make a contribution that suits their tal-ents, interests, and availability.

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resIDeNt essayHOODIe BLues By elisabeth Breslav

It is a hip-length, heavy-cotton knit-blue jacket that feelsa little like terry cloth on the inside. It has a long, center

front zipper with a sagging pocket on each side. Thehood, with its ties lost, is no longer adjustable. The cuffsat the end of the long sleeves have thinned. In fact, itsoverall appearance isseedy and hardly sur-prising. It was probablybought fifty plus yearsago.

Tonight, in solitary

confinement, I amwatching this dreadfulyear come to an end ontelevision. I am wearingthe blue hoodie.

It actually has room

for two of me, but, as al-ways, offers warmth andcomfort and carries meback in time. Little by lit-tle, images on thescreen become blurredand are replaced withscenes that took placelong ago. In them thehoodie is worn by itsoriginal owner, whoseheight and broad shoul-ders do it proper justice.

In one scene I find

myself back in the kitchen of our first house in Easton, fin-ishing the preparation of evening dinner. I look out of thecorner window and watch as our three-year-old son, Marc,riding triumphantly on the shoulders of his father, turnsfrom the road into the driveway. He waves happily whenhe spots me watching. This was a daily tradition in ourhome. My husband, Terry, would come home from the of-fice, kiss me hello and hang up his suit jacket. Then he’d donthe hoodie and, depending on how much time there would

be till dinner, he and young Marc set off for a father/sonstroll around “the teeny block” - up and down our longroad - or “the big block” that went around the next street.I knew they held serious man-to-man talks on these walks.

In another image I am at the home of my in-laws in Fair-

field, celebrating I-don’t-remember-which special familyoccasion or national holiday. We are awaiting the return ofTerry and his younger brother, Jon, who have taken little

Marc to the Danbury Fair. As they appear around the house

and climb the porch steps, my son,perched on his Dad’s back, is claspingthe hood of Terry’s jacket with onehand while waving a matching incolor, newly acquired, bright blue feltcowboy hat with the other. I can seethat he is about to burst with excite-ment. Once on the ground, he eagerlyruns into grandma’s waiting out-stretched arms. And when she askshim what animal at the fair he likedbest, he stumbles over the words.“Grandma. I saw - I saw - a hippo – ahippopottamamus and it made a BIGB.M.”

Forever the Gesell Institute childpsychologist, my mother-in-law doesnot miss a beat. “And did you get tosee the monkey house, darling?”

There are a number of other flash-backs – One of Terry trying to hold uphis hood while merciless little Claudia,our daughter, is attempting to fill hisears with freshly fallen snow. Another

one of the two of us, happily canoeing on a canal some-where in Florida while visiting relatives. The blue hoodiewent everywhere Terry went, almost like a security blanket,or a favorite stuffed animal. It became mine in 1985, whenhe left us far too early at age fifty-five. I don’t see the ball descend but I suddenly realize that

2020 has gone. GOOD RIDDANCE! The New Year will bebetter – much better than the old. But while waiting for thevirus to finally leave us in peace, I have my blue hoodie tosee me through. OV

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FOretHOuGHt Or HINDsIGHt By Peter Geltner

Forethought, or not forethought, that is the question.Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to think ahead aboutThe multitude of cakes to eat in the future,Or to take arms against the calories and deny such access.

And by opposing end them? To grow no more;And by sleep to say we end such pig outs.The heart-ache and the millions of deathsThat flesh is heir to, 'tis a consummationDevoutly to be rid of. To die no more from abundant weight;

To sleep: perchance to dream: ay, there's the rub;For in that sleep of death what dreams may come.

Hindsight, or not hindsight, that is the question.Whether ‘tis nobler in the mind to think back aboutThe abundance of food of the past,Or to take actions against such overuse in the future.And by agreement eliminate them? To die no more;And by sleep we end such devastation.No more heart-ache from the multitude of caloriesThat flesh is heir to, ‘tis an addiction to be eradicated.No more future morbid obesity from over-eating;To eat: perchance to enjoy: ay, there’s the rub;For in that buffet, what other pounds may come.

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BeyOND tHe VILLaGe

Resolve to have more fun this year! Connecticut is full offantastic places, and there’s always something new to dis-

cover. Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation,these spots will definitely deliver the fun. Check out these 12unforgettable Connecticut day trips, one for each month ofthe year. We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting manyaspects of life. While we continue to feature destinations thatmake our state wonderful, please take proper precautions oradd them to your bucket list to see at a later date. January -- Powder ridge Park, Middlefield: Rush downa smooth, white snow hill at Powder Ridge Park. You'll feelyour adrenaline soar as you experience this classic wintertimeactivity. February -- Brooksvale Park, Hamden: Brooksvale Parkis a gorgeous place to visit any time of year, but winter offerssome exceptional activities. In addition to tranquil hiking trailsand friendly barnyard animals, Brooskvale Park is home to asplendid sugar shack. Visit in late February to learn moreabout how they make their magnificent maple syrup. March -- avery's soda, New Britain: Established in 1904,Avery's Soda is a Connecticut staple. They've been craftingdelicious sodas from real cane sugar for over 100 years, andyou can really taste the difference. Experience the magic onone of their factory tours. For information, visit http://averysoda.com or call 860-224-0830. april -- Lover's Leap state Park, New Milford: When thewarmer weather creeps in, explore Lover's Leap State Park's127 acres of exquisite beauty. Bring your camera and capturethe sights along the Housatonic Gorge. Everyone should visitthis heavenly place at least once a year. The park is located at 178 Short Woods Road. For details,visit https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/ Lovers-Leap-State-Park or call 860-424-3200. May -- Lavender Pond Farm, Killingworth: WhenLavender Pond Farm opens every May, people rush in to ex-perience it. As the largest lavender farm in New England, thisspectacular destination is full of fragrance. They have morethan 10,000 lavender plants! For information, visit https://www.lavenderpondfarm.com or call or text 203-350-0367. June -- steep rock Preserve, Washington Depot: This998-acre nature preserve is full of scenic hiking trails. Walkalong riverbanks and stare at the picturesque hillsides aroundyou. If the temperatures start to rise, explore the Tunnel RoadTrail. This easy trail has a 100-yard tunnel of trees that willshade you from the sweltering sun. For information, visithttps://steeprockassoc.org or call 860-868-9131.

July -- Buttonwood Farm, Griswold: This family-ownedfarm has been delighting visitors since 1975, and summer isthe best time to experience it. In July, you can embark on ascenic 20-minute hay ride through stunning fields of sunflow-ers. After your scenic journey, head over to their ice creamparlor and try one of their 50 delectable flavors. They maketheir waffle cones fresh every day, so each bite is absoluteperfection. The farm is open March 1 through Oct. 31. The addressus 473 Shetucket Turnpike, phone: 860-376-408, website:https://www.buttonwoodfarmicecream.com. august -- Farmington river tubing, New Hartford:When the sun beats its relentless rays, it's time to float theriver. Farmington River Tubing offers exciting three-mile ad-ventures along gorgeous waters. Three sets of rapids willspike your adrenaline and keep you coming back for more. Farmington River Tubing is located at 92 Main St. For in-formation, visit farmingtonrivertubing.com or phone: 860-693-6465. september -- Lyman Orchards, Middlefield: Septem-ber is apple season, and there's no better place to pick somejuicy and delicious fruit than Lyman Orchards. Bring yourfriends and family and wander through the gorgeousgrounds. After you've gathered all the tasty treats you cancarry, visit the Apple Barrel store and take home a scrump-tious homemade pie. October -- Burlington: Fall is the perfect time to visitBunnell's Falls. When nature turns the trees into a swirl of reds,

12 CONNeCtICut Day trIPs, ONe FOr eaCH MONtH OF tHe year

Avery’s Sodas offers factory tours and opportunities to makeyour own custom-flavored soda. Avery's is one of the oldestsoda bottling companies in New England and our soda is stillmade in the same red barn on Corbin Avenue in New Britain.

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oranges, and yellows, the views are absolutely spectacular.Burlington is also home to a slew of paranormal activity. If youwant to get into the spooky spirit, explore Tory Prison andsearch for the ghosts of British soldiers. People have reportedhearing ominous moans coming from this eerie place. ToryPrison is a small but historic structure that sits beside a narrowroad. The Seventh Day Baptist Cemetery is unusual in that acombination of weathering and vandalism has left the landmostly bare. But one tombstone outlasted the others. It be-longed to the Green Lady herself, Elizabeth Palmiter. The fa-mous drowned woman is said to haunt these grounds,followed by a green mist. November -- Collinsville: This unique Connecticut vil-lage is packed with things to do. Visit Lasalle Market for a tastybreakfast and spend an afternoon browsing the lovely shops.You'll find all kinds of Amish-made treasures at America TheBeautiful Country Store. If you love shopping for vintagegoods, you'll definitely want to visit Antiques On The Farm-ington. This gorgeous place sits inside an old 1800s grist mill. December -- Milford: When the holiday spirit sets in, Mil-ford really sparkles. You could spend hours strolling down thepicturesque main street and shopping for treasures.

source: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/connecticut

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A view of the Housatonic Gorge at Lover’s Leap State Parkin New Milford.

District 8 was recognized for two charitable acts thatoccurred during the holiday season.

“In lieu of our usual holiday party, many of the resi-dents in District 8 contributed to a holiday fund,” notesDistrict Rep Sherry Bearse. “With the donations we wereable to provide a large tray of Gaetano’s sandwiches tothe Oronoque Lane Fire/EMS employees.”

Additionally, a generous check was donated to theBridgeport Rescue Mission. “Both groups were thanked for their service to the

community and both groups were appreciative of thethoughtfulness of the donations,” adds Sherry. “Thanksto all who donated.”

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Plans are underway to bring an open-air market to thegrounds of Stratford's Shakespeare Theatre this

month. Called The Shakespeare Market, the bi-monthly event

will feature vendors and activities supported by commu-nity partners, according to the market's website (www.theshakespearemarket.org).

“We are in development now, but are aiming for a Jan.

17 launch with crafts, food vendors and activities,” accord-ing to the event’s organizers.

“The Shakespeare Market is a community-driven con-

cept to build on the tragedy of the loss of the AmericanShakespeare Festival Theatre,” according to a statement onthe market’s website.

Fresh locally grown, raised and prepared foods are in-

tended to be highlighted at the market every other weekthis winter. Crafters will bring their wares and artists andperformers are being sought to participate.

Stratford was once home to the American Shakespeare

Festival Theatre, but the venue sat, mostly empty, fordecades before it was destroyed in a fire two years ago.Talks are ongoing among town officials and communitymembers about how best to use the property in the longterm.

“A world-class performing arts center once graced the

grounds and brought innumerable people from around theworld to enjoy live performance for decades,” states a poston the market’s website. “After the fire, nearly 1,000 Strat-

ford citizens gathered to discuss the future of the property.Those considerations are taking place now, and in themeantime residents suggested creating an open-air marketfor all to enjoy this beautiful property located directly ad-jacent to the Housatonic River, the stunning Charles E.Wheeler Wildlife Management area and a glorious view ofthe Long Island Sound. “

The website has this posted on its home page:

“Get outside! Visit one of Stratford's hidden gems!

Check out the vendors! Take a brisk walk and see the beau-tiful Housatonic River. Learn about Stratford's history atMac's Harbor.

“Don't let COVID keep you inside all winter. Come out

and socially distance with us on the first and third Sundaysfrom January 17 through April 18.”

The market will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the

old theater grounds, located at 1850 Elm St.

Organizers also hope that visitors will enjoy nearby

sights of interest, including Bond's Dock and Fishing Pier -the historical site of Stratford's oyster houses and famedboxing camp during the first half of the 20th century. Strat-ford's Historic District, located on Academy Hill is a shortwalk and contains homes from 17th-, 18th-, 19th- (and20th-) century homes. For more information, visit facebook.com/TheShake-

speareMarket call 203-292-0214, or email info@theshakespearemarket.org. OV

PLaNs uNDerWay tO BrING a WINter OPeN-aIr MarKet tO stratFOrD’s sHaKesPeare tHeatre GrOuNDs

Organizers plan to bring a twice-monthly, winter open-air market to this empty lot on the grounds of theShakespeare Theatre at 1850 Elm St. in Stratford. The market is expected to launch on Sunday, Jan. 17, from10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Please thank our advertisers and let them know that you

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The OV Book Club will meet on Wednesday, February 3, at 2 p.m. via GoToMeeting.com to discuss The Women of the Copper Country by Maria Russell.

,An inspiring historical novel about “America’s Joan of Arc.” Annie Clements — thecourageous woman who started a rebellion by leading a strike against the largest coppermining company in the world — comes alive for us in this novel.

She's a strong, loving woman who passionately believes in her role, in her place, in hertime. This historical fiction highlights the tensions between wealthy owners and lowersocio-economic people (many immigrants) who work for them for almost nothing.

For information, email bahinb@yahoo.com

QuICK CONtaCt LIst

Police, Fire, Medical emergency ................................................................................................911

routine Police Call.......................................................................................................203-385-4100

OV security/Maintenance emergency ....................................................................203-377-5502

Gas Leak (so.Ct.GasCo.) ............................................................................................800-513-8898

elec. emergency (u.I.) ................................................................................................800-722-5584

Business Office ...........................................................................................................203-377-5313

Maintenance Dept .....................................................................................................203-375-8853

south Clubhouse .......................................................................................................203-377-5435

Optimum/Cablevision................................................................................................203-336-2225

Slower is safer.

Perception, reaction time and collision outcomes arefar better at 20 mph thanfaster speeds.

Please, observe the speedlimit when driving inOronoque Village.

20 MPHIS

PLENTY!

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REMINDER: OVTV IS CHANNEL 591 FOR THOSE WITH ACABLE BOX

CHANNEL 121-591 FOR THOSE WITHOUT A CABLE BOX.

Put on Your Thinking Cap for A Night of Fun and Friendly Competition! (A Zoom link will be emailed to residents prior to the event)

Hosted by Chas DeSiena for SACNO PRIZES, JUST A WHOLE LOT OF FUN

BYOB and Food at Your Own Home??? Andrea DeSiena 203-612-4952 or Mary Ann Weaver 203-530-9962

SAC PRESENTS ....SAC PRESENTS ....

ZOOM

Saturday, January 23rd - Beginning at 5 p.m.

Exclusive Offer forOronoque Village Residents$150 o� any NEW Stairlift Purchase* Call 833-202-4710 (toll free) to redeem this o� er.*Includes lifetime warranty on motor and drive train. O� er expires December 31, 2020.

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