Board of Directors

PresidentDavid Murdy

Vice-PresidentIrene Massé

TreasurerKerry McEntee

SecretaryGail Edgington

Executive DirectorStaci M. Roy

Amy Benigni Carl Brechlin

Eileen Conklin David Edgington

Tom Greene Lisa Lamoureux Candice Mack

Patsy Papandrea Judy Ragaini

Rhudean Raye Laura Van Wormer Christine Webster

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ANNUAL REPORT2007–2008

THE AUGUSTA CURTIS CULTURAL CENTER, INC. (ACCC) was founded to develop cultural programs and

awareness for the residents of Meriden and surrounding towns. In doing so it preserves the historical Curtis Me-morial Building, and offers increased opportunities for a variety of organizations and individuals to meet, learn, and engage in both the historical and current resources the area has to offer.

The ACCC is a newer organization with a long history. It works out of the century old, marble Greek Revival Cur-tis Memorial building located in the center of Meriden across from City Hall. The building has a special place in the history of Meriden’s cultural development. The build-ing not only housed the city’s first Public Library, but it is also an example of local philanthropy. Though its use as a library stopped over 25 years ago, the building has always served as a reminder of community cul-ture and services as it housed the Rosa Ponselle Society and Meriden Hall of Fame. When the building was in need of renovation, the citizens of Meriden again rose to the occasion and worked with the City to raise awareness and to guide the project to fruition.

The ACCC was formed in September 2000 and is dedicated to fostering art, science, history, ethnic celebration, and sport in the City of Meriden and its environs. The ACCC is a 501c3 non-profit organization. All rental monies are used to fund programming and events.

A Special Place for Your Special Event

ACCC History and Board of DirectorsBalance Sheet and Annual Appeal Contributors P&L Statement and Rosa Ponselle Memorial Garden Dedication Membership, Letter, and Current programs and activities Membership, Executive Director and President, What’s to come! How we accomplish our improvements, Donors, Sponsors, & Grantors Over 80 organizations using the ACCC, Membership Levels Invitation to Membership

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Banner Photo:East Main Street at Dusk - Meriden CTCourtesy of ©2006 Peter A.Wnek

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ASSETS

Current Assets

Checking/SavingsCash-Castle Bank 1,197.82

Cash-Contingency Fund 6,793.71

Cash-Endowment Fund 9,008.27

Total Checking/Savings 16,999.80

Other Current AssetsPetty Cash 200.00

Total Other Current Assets 200.00

Total Current Assets 17,199.80

Fixed AssetsFurniture and Fixtures 1,778.18

Total Fixed Assets 1,778.18

TOTAL ASSETS 18,977.98

LIABILITIES & EQUITY

Liabilities

Current Liabilities

Other Current LiabilitiesDeposits-Events 600.00

Total Other Current Liabilities 600.00

Total Current Liabilities 600.00

Total Liabilities 600.00

EquityRetained Earnings -87,433.54

Opening Bal Equity 24.34

Unrestricted Retained Earnings 110,020.19

Net Income -4,233.01

Total Equity 18,377.98

TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 18,977.98

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S.W.E.E.T. Potato SocietyMeriden Chamber Young Business LeadersGirls, Inc.Augusta Curtis Pro-AmCelebrating AstronomyWedding PhotoHoliday Tree DisplayAnniversary PartyCentral Connecticut Civic Youth OrchestraTricks, Treats, & the Art of Pumkin Carving

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Annual Appeal Contributors 2008

$1000 & upUnited Oil Recovery

$500 - $999 Nancy Boynton$250 - $499

Dave & Carmella MurdyBarbara D. Rybeck

Lynn & Walter CampRecord-Journal, Inc.

William & Lisa MurdyEliot & Sue White

$100 - $249Chris & Abby Beale

Kathy OlsonEileen Conklin

Phil & Jane AshtonRobert & Geraldine Estabrook

Bruce A. FontanellaKen Post

Wilfredo NievesHenrietta Suzio

Carl and Mary Ellen BrechlinSue & Bruce Burchsted

Thomas BruennLars & Janice JohanssonCastle Bank & Trust Co.

Mark & Sue GrenertRobert MuleStaci M. Roy$50 - $99

Mike & Nancy RohdeAlan & Lois Church

Adrienne & Mark NeroIrene Massé

Brian & C.J. MahonMark & Amy Benigni

Cheryl Ann SuzioJim Conklin

Carmine & Marcia Trotta$10 - $49

Maura Graham VecellioFrank & Lisa Phillips

Irene C. VeilletteMichelle Bourdeau

Priscilla BeemanLauren C. Roy

Sherwin & Ruth BorsukIvers & Associates

Tonia Wright-BuzekNancy Laurentano

Bradley EateryCarol Rich

Gail BenigniDorothy Fornal

Bill RevillSheila Kravitz

Susan & Kenneth TellerJohn & Catherine Abercrombie

Jane & Jim SwiatekRae Benigni

Patricia & Renato MarateaFrank & Anne Lamphier

Eleanor B. BenderVincent Mule Sr.

Warren M. Stephan

Jul ‘07 - Jun 08 Budget

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Income

Membership 10,595.00 15,000.00

Rental-Completed 31,095.00 27,000.00

Donations 11,970.01 8,800.00

Annual Appeal 5,745.00 8,000.00

Fundraising Income 19,165.60 30,000.00

Program Sponsorship 9,418.98 12,000.00

Grant Income 18,750.00 23,000.00

Ponselle Income 81,465.98

Total Income 188,205.57 123,800.00

Expense

Administration, Programming&Events 98,065.91 111,095

Building Maintenance 13,048.47 12,705

Ponselle Improvements 81,465.98

Total Expense 192,580.36 123,800.00

Net Ordinary Income -4,374.79 0.00

Other Income/Expense

Other Income

Interest Income 141.78

Total Other Income 141.78

Net Other Income 141.78 0.00

Net Income -4,233.01 0.00

The new Rosa Ponselle Memorial Garden was constructed in Rosa Ponselle Park and the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held on Thursday, May 29th, 2008. The garden was constructed with a $100,000 grant received from the State of CT. The garden was named in memory of Rosa Ponselle, a Meriden native, who was a famous “Opera Diva”. The garden was constructed primarily as a performance area for the Center, but will be host to many weddings and special events. The ACCC will be hosting many performers in the years to come on the new performance stage for all of Meriden and its surrounding communities to enjoy. If you are interested in sponsoring such an event please contact the Center. The Garden & the Center are available for private parties and special events.

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Rosa Ponselle Memorial Garden Dedication

(l) David Murdy, ACCC President and (r) Mayor Mark Benigni(l-r) Chris Hoff, Designer/Landscape Architect; David Murdy, President ACCC Board; Senator Tom Gaffey; Christine Webster, Judy Ragaini, Garden Committee Members; Mayor Mark Benigni; Patsy Papandrea, Garden Committee Chair; Staci Roy, ACCC Executive Director; Valerie Bubon, Secretary of the Rosa Ponselle Fund; Larry Brill, President of the Rosa Ponselle Fund. Not shown: Garden Committee Members David Edgington and Deborah Lindsey.Central Connecticut Civic Youth OrchestraPerformance Stage of the Rosa Ponselle Memorial GardenAttendees of the Rosa Ponselle Memorial Garden dedication.Different views of the Rosa Ponselle Memorial Garden.

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P.O. Box 4173

175 East Main Street

Meriden, CT 06450

phone: 203.639.2856

fax: 203.630.4263

email: accc@ci.meriden.ct.us

Things we do:1. Sponsor Augusta Curtis

Concert Band2. Sponsor & house Central

Connecticut Civic Youth Orchestra

3. Exhibits: Meriden Public School Art Show

4. Continue working with non-profit agencies & groups

5. Host Summer Youth Musical Theater Camp

6. Provide musical program-ming with Con Brio & Murray Brass Quintet

7. Network with other arts agencies: New Haven Arts Council, CT Commission on Culture & Tourism, & Gallery 53

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GOLDJames Veronneau

BRONZENancy BoyntonThomas Bruenn

David EdgingtonDavid Fordiani

Ken PostThe Record-journal Publishing Company

Pauline Tiezzi CENTURY

Ginger AlwangPhilip Ashton

Sherwin BorsukJack Brooks

Bruce BurchstedA. Campione

Cecelia CaneschiPaul Canova

Lawrence CantliffeGary Dewey

Linda DittmerMary Donovan

Joan EdgerlyThomas Faniel

Edgar FlynnMark Grenert

Katharine HarrisJames IeronimoLars Johansson

Barbara KendziorBruin Lipman

John LyonsIrene Masse

Kerry McenteeDaniel MetzSean Moore

Adam MosherVincent MuleRobert MuleDavid Murdy

Wilfredo NievesKathryn Olson

Frank RidleyStaci Roy

Barbara RybeckRobert Siegler

Frederick StarkAdemor Sternberg

Roxanne StringerHenrietta Suzio

Laura Van WormerChristine Webster

Nancy WhitcherEliot White

CORPORATEArts & Crafts Meriden

Bailey, Moore, Glazer, & Proto, Llp Cpa’sBoardman Inc.

Bongiovanni Insurance InvestmentsButler Paint Decorating

Canberra IndustriesCastle Bank Trust Company

Colonial PlusDairy Queen

Danby StationsE. Haberli Electric, Llc

Franciscan Life Center Inc.Girls Incorporated Meriden

Ivers AssociatesJenny Cleaners

John Ferry & SonsJohn C. Fiderio & Sons

Kelli’s A Salon LlcLaw Office Of A. Fontanella,llc

Literacy VolunteersLoyd Davis

Lupack Books

Marketing Promo Inc.Mcm Group

Meriden Corp (Medco)Meriden Library

Meriden Storage, LlcMeriden Connecticut Employees F.c.u.

Meriden Mfg.Middlesex Community

Mule SecurityelectricNest Egg Auctions

Petruzelo Insurance Agency, Inc.Prentis Printing Solutions, Inc.

Prime LlcProperty Politics

Senior SystemsSuzio Insurance Center, Inc.The L. Suzio Hill Companies

Universal Health Of Ct, IncV. Nanfito Roofing Inc.

Web Inc.Weigand,mahon & Attorneys At Law,

Weston & Sampson EngineersWilliam Orsine & Associates

FAMILYVictor BafumiRudy Baigert

Lori BartonDavid BeckerMarvin Beloff

L. BendallTimothy Bernhardt

Robert CanavanKathie Cardillo

Allan ChurchMaryanne Combelic

Edward CortrightTrudy Cotton

Paul CroneMatthew Dominello

Katherine DorseyRobert Dorsey

Nancy Fama

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phone: 203.639.2856

fax: 203.630.4263

email: accc@ci.meriden.ct.us

Things to come:

1. Partnership with Hartt School of Music, Guitar and 20/20 Programs

2. New technology installed, polyvision tablet, screen, projector, & laptop

3. New programing and exhibits4. Provide more classes and instructional

forums5. Partner with more businesses to provide

focus programming6. Network with a larger scope of artists 7. Provide rehearsal space for a larger

number of entertainers8. Obtain a larger base of corporate sponsors9. Increase membership

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Mark BenigniAnnamarie BodischKatherine BourdonGeraldine BruennLynn BuckHelen ButenasAlice CampMargaret CarterMario CavalloCarol ChristoffersBarbara CohenKathryn CookeNatalie CorkinMarie CorteKenneth CowingMelissa CunninghamLorraine D’amicoDorothy DanaherNorma DevaulNorma DipersioRosanne FordJanis FrancoErica GradwellThomas GrimshawMarjorie HackbarthLinda HanmerSue HansonSuzanne HarsanyiElizabeth HoranMuriel HymanDawn JakielaSharon JodonRuth KahnMaureen KaneStephanie KatuznyJohn KenneyJoan KilbyLorraine KonckiLouise LacoskeLisa LamoureuxNancy LauretanoMaryann LeonardJoan LewisMary LogozzoBernice LyonsAlice MeigsGeraldine MeoniLu MongilloTracy MonopoliPauline MoonDiane MorenzPatricia MurphyBeatrice O’brienLeslie ParmentierJoan PashleyPhyllis PyskatyRhudean RayeGeorgiana RoigPhyllis RotertDavid SalafiaMolly SavardNicole SavchikAnne SchaeferDolores SchmidtEvelyn ShapiroJean ShibettaSandy SokolikSheila SpellacySherly WeathersTonia Wright-buczekSylvia ZietzCatherine ZygmontMary Zysk STUDENTAlissa CollinsThomas HaggettBridgette Masse

Robert RegnierDoreen RoddyLinda RolstoneThe Meriden SocietyRobert SquireWarren StephanMarcia TrottaEdward WallaceRichard WalleniusLillian WeckworthJean WertzJohn Wigglesworth INDIVDUALRonald AbbeEmil AltobelloDonald AntonioHelen AwdziewiczKaren BarryRobert BassAgnes BaurJacquelyn Beale

George FilippidesEmily FontanellaRobert FowlerPietro GalluzzoWilliam GlickThomas GreeneClaudia HolderRoger KempThomas KennedyFrank LamphierPriscilla LippittKevin MatsilRichard McbrideJames NadilePatsy PapandreaRobert PattonGary PinkertonHemp PrattArthur PughJohn QuineJudy Ragaini

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THANK YOU to all who have made improve-ments and programs possible at the ACCC by providing grants, sponsorships, donations, labor, and materials since the beginning!

SPONSORSHIPS

DONATIONS

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City of MeridenRoger KempJames & Cheryl VeronneauThe L. Suzio Concrete CompanyGreene 2007 Political CommitteeLisa & Jim LamoureuxCitizens BankA. Lee & Matthew CampioneNancy & John FamaHale Manor, LLCLeonard SuzioAbercrombie 06’Connecticut Alliance for Arts EducationIn Memory of Robert Anderson by Helen AndersonUnited Oil Recovery, David CarabettaMule Security Systems, Robert MuleMurdy & SonsWilliam & Lisa MurdyDave & Carmella MurdyDavid & Lisa CarabettaMeriden Rotary ClubMeriden Lions Club

Frank RidleyConnecticut ElectricRecord-Journal, Eliot WhiteEstate of Geraldine OrentlichermanIn Memory of Majorie Van Wormer Columbian LadiesLaura Van WormerChristine RobinsonWeb Solutions, Tom & Lori BartonNest Egg Auctions, The Brechlin FamilyLatitude Design Services, Christopher HoffPrentis Printing SolutionsMarc & Sharon RosenValencia LiquorsHaberli Electric, Ed HaberliRose Flowers & Gifts, Fred & Janet BarilloMatt HubbardShoreline LandscapesStephen Kogut & Ron KogutKogut Florists and Garden CenterBruce MaslarUnited FenceRic SuzioMike Glynn

The Emily Hall Tremaine FoundationCentral Connecticut Civic Youth OrchestraS.W.E.E.T Potato SocietyMeriden Arts CouncilRosa Ponselle FundThe Meriden FoundationMeriden HyundaiRushfordCanberraStone Insurance AgencyJames VeronneauGeorge J. Mack & SonsHarlequin/MIRA BooksMeriden Kiwanis ClubThomas BruennMeriden Federation of TeachersCon BrioMidstate Medical CenterCalcagni AssociatesA. Lee CampioneCT Guild of PuppetryNappy’s Puppets/Jim Napolitano

SecuritasMiddlesex Community CollegeOutsource SolutionsMurdy & SonsThe L. Suzio Concrete CompanyCastle BankWiegand, Mahon, & AdelmanCrowell Heating & Air ConditioningMidsun Group, IncPeter AuthierAmerican Information TechnologiesThurston FoodsRowland TechnologiesNew Haven County SheriffsMeriden Land TrustThe Meriden Arts TrustThe New Theater of MeridenThe Chester Hadlyme MysteriesMeriden Parks & RecreationYouth Services, MHDMayor’s Office

Bruce BurchstedNorm BolducBolduc Land ConsultantsChad Cardillo, Eagle Scouts & FamiliesSilvercity Brewfest CommitteeSteve AmannJoe Fischer, Fischer LandscapingJim Duffy, The Photo PhysicianTom Mack, Mack PlumbingLaurent GrahamTom HamppAlan JonesPaul UsanisStuart GrandyBill KnellThe GalleriaTony DeFeliceRobert CarrollBrenda PayneFrank RidleyEddie Siebert Jr.Lori AvacodoTheresa RichardsNick Macri

United Way of Meriden Venture GrantNapier FoundationCUNO FoundationAT&T

State of Connecticut OPM GrantSenator Thomas GaffeyState Representative Christopher DonovanKatrina Axelrod

ProgrammingAugusta Curtis Concert BandSummer Youth Musical Theater CampCentral Connecticut Civic Youth OrchestraSpoken WordTricks, Treats & ArtsA Perfect TenPuppet Workshops & Show ImprovementsAstronomy EventSupport of many of our non-profit groups:Astonomy Event(s)Holiday Tree DisplayPro AmArt of Creative Writing Three Kings EventsAnd many many others.........

Facility Improvements:Catering Kitchen: Built kitchen, installed refrigerator, warming ovens, microwaves, 3 bay sink, countertops, electrical outlets, lighting, and tiled floor.

Arts & Crafts Room: Installed cabinetry, cubbies, artsink, & tile flooring.

Community Room: Tiled floor, purchased music stands, & painted.

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Augusta Curtis Cultural Center Levels Of MembershipOur membership year is July 1-June 30.

BASIC MEMBERSHIPSThere are three classes of membership under our basic membership grouping, student ($10), individual ($25), and family ($50). Membership at this level will entitle you to advance notice of events, and a discount on admission to events.

CENTURY CLUB ($100). Entitles you to the benefits of basic membership, an early preview of exhibits, and $25.00 off the regular cost of rentals.

BRONZE ($250)Entitles you to the benefits of a Century Club member, a special annual gift (this gift will be determined each year by the Execu-tive Director.) and $50.00 of the regular cost of rentals.

SILVER ($500)Entitles you to the benefits of a Bronze member and $100.00 off the regular cost of rentals.

GOLD ($1000)Entitles you to the benefits of a Silver member, FREE admittance to any exhibit, and $150.00 off the regular cost of rentals.

PLATINUM ($2500)Entitles you to the benefits of a Gold member, VIP parking at events, reserved seating at events, and $200.00 off the regular cost of rentals.

TITANIUM ($5000)Entitles you to all of the above plus one free rental of the Curtis Center for your own special event.

City of MeridenCub ScoutsNAACPEagle ScoutsRosa Ponselle FundCT Guild of PuppetryNew Haven Underground Film FestivalJC MusicAugusta Curtis Concert BandThe Chester Hadlyme MysteriesCentral Connecticut Civic Youth OrchestraMeriden Democratic Town Committee Mt. Carmel SchoolSt. MarysSt. Joseph SchoolSt. StansLiteracy VolunteersPrudential CT RealtyMeriden Humane SocietyMeriden Public SchoolsSilver City Red Hat SocietyRotaryLions ClubKiwanis ClubMeriden Bicentennial CommitteeMeriden Hispanic Bicentennial CommitteeMeriden Hall of FameMeriden Daffodil FestivalCONNPELRA

National Speakers Association of CTCT Commission on Culture and TourismCT Opera ExpressMeriden Soap Box DerbyWomen & Families CenterGirls Inc.RushfordMeriden and Wallingford Substance Abuse CouncilAmerican Cancer SocietyCurtis HomeMiller MemorialMeriden Health Dept.New England Lacers GroupBeat the Street Community CenterMeriden YMCASenior Buddy ReadersMeriden Public LibraryGallery 53Middlesex Community CollegeThe Greater Meriden Community ChorusChorale CTMeriden Police Dept.The DiversionThe New Theater of MeridenKiwanis Hi-LitersMeriden Arts CouncilCT Academy of AudiologyCastle Craig Adult Learning Center

Nappy’s PuppetsMeriden Land TrustPlatt Class ReunionsMaloney Class ReunionsMeriden High Class ReunionsHispanic Democratic CaucusHispanic Outreach Committee of the Meriden ChamberSpecial Places for Special EventsNew Haven Arts CouncilCentral Regional Tourism District/River Valley CTNest Egg AuctionsMeriden Federation of TeachersCon BrioMeriden Republican PartyGreater Meriden Chamber of CommerceFaith Center ChurchRelay for Life TeamsMidstate VNA & HospiceMeriden One to One Mentoring ProgramBL CompaniesRed CrossMeriden/Wallingford United WayHale Manor ProductionsAlternative Starz ProductionsEbenezer Holy TempleMeriden Schools Federal Credit UnionCT Association for Human ServicesDept. of Children and FamiliesLaRosa Building Group

Over 80 Organizations Using Augusta Curtis Cultural Center

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RENEWAL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION (circle one)

STUDENT $10 INDIVIDUAL $25 FAMILY $50

CENTURY $100 BRONZE $250 SILVER $500

GOLD $1000 PLATINUM $2500 TITANIUM $5000 NAME ___________________________________________

STREET __________________________________________

CITY _________________ STATE _____ZIP CODE _________

PHONE NUMBER ___________________________________

E-MAIL ADDRESS __________________________________

CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION (circle one)

$100 Corporate Member $500 Corporate Member and Sponsorship of Program(Program sponsorship includes, name on website and all publicity for sponsored event, inclusion in sponsor list published in Annual Report, banner will be hung at sponsored event if provided by sponsor, and table will be provided for display of company info if requested. Company may choose what type of program they would like to sponsor.)

COMPANY NAME: _____________________________________

CONTACT PERSON: ____________________________________

STREET: _____________________________________________

CITY: __________________ STATE: _____ ZIP: _____________

PHONE: ____________________ FAX: ____________________

E-MAIL ADDRESS: _____________________________________

TYPE OF BUSINESS: ____________________________________

TYPE OF PROGRAM (circle one): musical, childrens, seniors, visual arts, exhibit, class, seminar, writing, other: _________________Please include check with application made out to the ACCC

RETURN TO: MEMBERSHIP, AUGUSTA CURTIS CULTURAL CENTER P.O. Box 4173 Meriden, Connecticut 06450

Augusta Curtis Cultrual Center Annual Report made possible by a grant from the CUNO Foundation and a United Way venture grant.Visit our website www.curtisculturalcenter.org