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Mansfield Center, CT
06250
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Community Organizations in Mansfield, CT

Altrusa International of Northeastern CT League of Women Voters of Mansfield
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Mansfield Historical Society
Appalachian Mountain Club, CT Chapter Mansfield Lions Club
C.A.T.S. Northeast, Inc. Mansfield Natural Areas Volunteers
Center for Learning in Retirement Mansfield Numismatic Society
Citizens for Responsible Growth Mansfield Senior Center Association, Inc.

Columbia Canoe Club

MOMSŪ Club of Coventry/Mansfield
Connecticut State Museum of
Natural History Volunteers
Natchaug Ornithology Society
Echo Grange Northeastern CT Animal Rescue
Friends of Mansfield Hollow Northeastern Drone Society
Friends of Mansfield Parks Second Wednesday New York City Bus Trip
Friends of the Mansfield Animal Shelter, Inc. Storr's Farmer's Market 
Friends of the Mansfield Library Tolland County Art Association
Garden Gate Club University of Connecticut League
Joshua's Trust Woman's Club of Storrs
La Leche League  

 

Altrusa International of Northeastern CT

Contact: Ethel Mantzaris, President
429-4413; emantzaris@earthlink.net

Description of Program
Altrusa International of Northeastern CT is a member club of Altrusa International. Altrusa International provides community service, develops leadership, fosters international understanding and encourages fellowship by an international network of executives and professionals in diversified career classifications.

Meetings
Meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month. Meeting sites vary.

Membership
To become a member an individual must be sponsored by an existing member. Membership is open to both women and men.

Annual dues: $120.

Participation Opportunities:
All members are expected to participate in club activities, community service and fund raising.

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American Association of University Women (AAUW)

Storrs/Willimantic Branch
Contact: Lesley Kirschenbaum, President, 423-9590
Kay McNabb, Co VP Membership 487-4228
Ann Lojzim, Co VP Membership, 429-0212

Description of Program:
AAUW is a national organization formed in 1881. Today AAUW numbers more than 100,000 members, 1,300 branches and 500 college and university partners. AAUW has shaped the social, political and economic scene for women, including the fight for pay equity; a woman’s right to vote; and legislation that protects women at home, in schools, and in the workplace. For years, AAUW has been a source for research about women and higher education, sexual harassment and workplace equity.

The Storrs/Willimantic branch gives an annual book award to a college student. We have sent young women between their junior and senior year of High School to Girls State run by the American Legion. At Girls State the young women learn how government works.

Meetings:
We meet monthly on the first Wednesday of the month, September-June except for January, usually at the President’s dining hall at ECSU. We have a speaker on a topic related to our mission of equity for all women and girls, lifelong learning and positive societal change.
Following the speaker we have dinner and a business meeting. People are welcome to join us for speaker only if they prefer.

Membership:
Anyone, women or men who hold a minimum of an associate degree or its equivalent is eligible to join.

Annual Dues: Our dues for ½ year Jan-June ‘07 are $30.50. For the ’07-08 full year dues will be $63.00.

Participation Opportunities:
Member participation includes writing or e-mailing state and national legislators re: legislation effecting women, writing grants, networking, educating oneself about issues related to women.
Website: www.aauw.org/

updated January 5, 2007


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Appalachian Mountain Club, CT Chapter

East of the River Group
Contact: Betty Robinson
429-3206; probinson@snet.net

Description of Program
Members of the East of the River Group of the CT Chapter of the AMC enjoy and protect Eastern CT hills, rivers, trails and scenic by-ways.

Meetings
There are 3 dinner meetings/year with speakers. See website for details.

Membership
Membership in the East of the River Group is through the Appalachian Mountain Club headquarters in Boston.

Annual fees: $40 (individual); $65 (family); $25 (junior/senior).

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to participate in a variety of local activities: regularly-scheduled mid-week hiking groups (Tues. and Thurs.); paddling on area lakes; biking;trail maintenance. Guests are welcome at all activities.

Publications
AMC Outdoors, monthly (in library)
East of River News, 3 times/year
Website: www.ct-amc.org/

updated August 23, 2006

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C.A.T.S. NORTHEAST, INC.
Contact: P.O. Box 345
Mansfield Center, CT 06250
info@catsnortheast.org

Description of Program
C.A.T.S. (Cats Assisted Through Spay/Neuter) Northeast was founded to improve the lives of domestic and feral cats in the community, primarily through population control and vaccination of cats that would otherwise not receive veterinary care. The focus is on population control because the number of homeless pets is directly related to the failure of animal guardians to have them altered. The nonprofit organization depends on volunteer contributions of both money and time to accomplish its animal welfare mission, which includes public education regarding responsible pet care (see literature in the Library’s Community Organization file).

Meetings
There are no regular meetings scheduled. For people who would like to assist in the handling and/or trapping of cats to provide veterinary care, there is equipment and training available through C.A.T.S. Northeast.

Membership
C.A.T.S. Northeast accepts tax-deductible donations: Member ($20); Friend ($50); Supporter ($100); Sponsor ($250).

Participation Opportunities
Volunteers are needed in the following areas: hands-on kitty care; fostering care; transportation of cats to vets; school presentations; crafts, artwork and graphics; carpentry.

Website: www.catsnortheast.org

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Center for Learning in Retirement
Under the auspices of the College of Continuing Studies, UConnContact:  Contact:  Karen Miller
486-5383; karen.miller@uconn.edu

Description of Program
CLIR provides meaningful and serious intellectual activities for retired (or semi-retired) men and women from all walks of life, conducted in an informal, relaxed atmosphere. No academic requirements are necessary, and there is no age limitation.

Meetings
The CLIR program consists of 4 academic sessions/year. In each session there are typically 7-12 mini-courses, each running from 2 to 10 weeks, as well as several single lectures or seminars (called "Special Events"). Classes and special events are scheduled Mon.-Fri. from mid-morning to late afternoon, each one usually meeting once/week for 1 1/2 hrs. Most classes and special events are held in the Windham Cottage on UConn’s Mansfield Depot Campus.

Membership
Annual membership in CLIR is $25 (individual) and an additional $15 for a second member at the same residence. (From Jan.-June the membership rate is $15 for an individual and as additional $15 for a second member at the same residence). For an additional $12/quarter members may attend as many courses or special events as they wish.

Participation Opportunities
CLIR members are encouraged to offer courses (on a volunteer, unpaid basis) in their areas of expertise; serve as officers in CLIR: as well as attend the wide variety of classes and special events scheduled each academic session.
Website: continuingstudies.uconn.edu. Follow link to Centers & Institutes/ Center for Learning in Retirement.

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Citizens for Responsible Growth

Contact: Helen Koehn
429-4699; hkoehn@yahoo.com

Description of Program
CFRG was founded in 2002 as a grassroots organization to monitor local development in Mansfield, to educate citizens about watershed protection, to ensure that the public has access to information about and has the opportunity to be formally involved in decisions regarding the future quality of life of its citizens.

Meetings
CFRG holds monthly meetings at the Friends Meeting House on Hunting Lodge Rd. in Storrs, usually beginning at 7:30pm.

Membership
Annual membership in CFRG is $10 (individual or household).

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to attend public and other meetings where issues relating to Mansfield water resources and growth are presented and discussed, to listen or to speak; meet with town and UConn officials; and bring to the attention of the membership and the public similar issues of concern through the CFRG newsletter and more public avenues of communication (e.g., radio talk shows; letters to the editor).

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Columbia Canoe Club

Contact: Sue Audette, Chairperson
41 Pine Woods Lane
Mansfield Center, CT 06250

Description of Program
The Columbia Canoe Club is a canoe and kayak club dedicated to the advancement of paddle sports and is located at Mansfield Hollow State Parks in Mansfield Center, CT.

Meetings/Events
There are several canoe and kayak events/year for members. Many are open to the public.

Membership
A new member must be sponsored by a current member. Please fill out a membership application and agree to all the responsibilities of the sponsoring member. Affiliate Members pay $35/yr.; Full Members pay $65/year for individuals, $85 for couples and $100/yr. plus $5 per person for families. Fees may vary yearly. Members must agree to volunteer at a minimum of one club-sponsored event yearly. membership runs from March 1st to April 31st of the following year. Memberships can be accepted at any time.

Participation Opportunities
Members may receive instruction in basic paddling techniques and water safety, participate in a variety of club-sponsored canoe and kayak events and use club-owned boats and clubhouse facilities.
Website: http://www.geocities.com/caherrick/

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updated August 23, 2006


Echo Grange #180 P of H  

Contact: James L. Palmer, President
423-8993 palmerjlp@msn.com

Description of Program
The Echo Grange is the local representative of the national volunteer, grassroots Grange organization. The Grange is comprised of families and individuals who share a common interest in community involvement, agriculture, and working together in a family environment. Programs, projects and activities offered reflect the interests and talents of a local Grange’s members.

Meetings
Grange members meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 7:30 pm, at the Echo Grange in Mansfield Center.

Membership
Annual membership in the Grange is $14 per person.

Participation Opportunities
Grange members are encouraged to serve as officers; present programs at meetings; attend meetings; share their expertise with other members; help organize and run the annual Echo Grange Fair in mid-September; and promote Pomona and State Grange activities.

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Connecticut State Museum of Natural History Volunteers

Contact: Lou Lent, President 429-9143

Description of Program
The CSMNH Volunteers provide support to the mission and ongoing programs of the CT State Museum of Natural History.

Meetings
The Volunteers meet 3-4 times/year on the 2nd Thursday of the month, 10am, in the CSMNH building.

Membership
Anyone who is interested in joining the Friends should get in touch with Lou Lent (above) or the CSMNH (486-4460); there is no membership fee.

Participation Opportunities
Friends are invited to assist the Museum staff in a number of ways: act as trained docents at Museum exhibits when needed; staff Museum exhibits on Sundays 1-4 pm.

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Friends of Mansfield Hollow

Contact: Betty Robinson 429-3206; probinson@snet.net
Debbie Marocchini 456-9108 jmarocchini@snet.net

Description of Program
Friends of Mansfield Hollow (FMH) was founded in 2000 to preserve, maintain and enhance Mansfield Hollow State Park for the benefit of the general public; to raise funds for this purpose; and to inform and educate the public about the Park.

Meetings
In place of regular meetings, Friends of Mansfield Hollow members (and other interested persons) schedule hikes and work parties in the Park. See website (below) for current events.

Membership
Anyone may join for an annual membership fee of $5 (individual), $15 (family), etc., up to $100 (life).

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to participate in the goals of the organization: e.g., help improve trail conditions and directional signs; place copies of new maps in appropriate locations; post areas where hunting is allowed; publicize areas of concern relative to staffing and funding; and advocate for the Park.

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updated August 23, 2006


Friends of Mansfield Parks (FOMP)

Contact Jennifer Kaufman, Parks Coordinator Town of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department
429-3015x110; kaufmanjs@mansfieldct.org

Description of Program
The Town of Mansfield Parks Department and the Parks Advisory Committee have established Friends of Mansfield Parks to empower and educate individuals and organizations to preserve, restore, and protect native plant and animal communities of Mansfield; to promote quality stewardship; and to inspire people to act with conservation values and environmental ethics.

Meetings
Four seasonal environmental education programs, focus on enjoying and learning about our parks and natural areas, are planned annually and their schedule and descriptions can be found in the Town Parks and Recreation seasonal magazine, available at Town Hall or on our website. A small fee is charged for program registration. 

Membership
The annual membership fee is $10 individual, or $15 per couple or family. Member receive a discount on FOMP events registration fees and their dues help support our Mansfield Natural Areas Volunteer corps. Join online at our website or use the subscription form in our brochure available at Town Hall. 

Participation Opportunities

Join us for four seasonal family-oriented events. Past programs have included topics about stonewalls and geology, non-native invasive plants, Shakespeare in the Park, and turkeys. Non members are also welcome. Register for our events by calling the Parks & Recreation at 429-3015x110, or register online at our website.

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Friends of the Mansfield Animal Shelter (F.O.M.A.S.)

Contact: Cheryl Hutchings, President
P.O. Box 95
Mansfield Center, CT 06250
and
Mansfield Animal Shelter
230 Clover Mill Rd., Storrs
487-0137
fomas2001@yahoo.com
www.mansfield.petfinder.org
www.fomas.petfinder.org
www.geocities.com/fomas2001

Description of Program
FOMAS is a non-profit, volunteer support organization for the Mansfield Animal Control Facility in the town of Mansfield, CT. It was formed in 2001 and currently has about 100 members. The group supports the shelter facility, staff and their animals by providing financial support for comfort, hygiene and veterinary care not covered by the town budget. Public information and education about pet care, training and behavior, and animal welfare are also provided. Another activity is to find ways to improve the current facility. FOMAS has a small program that rescues and fosters young dogs from high-kill shelters that otherwise would be destroyed.

Meetings

FOMAS has 2 general membership meetings a year, in January and July. 

Membership
Annual membership in FOMAS is $10. All donations are tax exempt. At least twice a year members receive a newsletter with news, updates and accomplishments.

Participation Opportunities
Members are needed to accomplish many animal welfare goals under the direction of the Mansfield Animal Control officers: raise money for veterinary care; groom animals at the shelter; educate the public about responsible pet ownership at fairs, etc. FOMAS is always looking for foster homes for the young dogs they rescue from high-kill shelters.

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Friends of the Mansfield Library

Contact: Betsy Hamill, President
423-9709

Description of Program
The Friends of the Mansfield Library supports the Mansfield Library through a variety of volunteer and fundraising activities.

Meetings

The Friends Board meets the first Tuesday of each month in the Mansfield Library. There is also a Friends membership dinner meeting with a speaker in early October every year.

Membership
Annual membership in the Friends is $5/yr. ($20 if a member wishes to make use of the Book Buying Service).

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to participate in a variety of Friends’ activities: e.g., serve as president, treasurer or newsletter editor; help organize and run the 2 annual book sales; help run or purchase books through the Book Buying Service; volunteer in the library with shelf reading, seasonal decorations, bulletin board displays, clerical work and special projects. The Friends also sponsors a book discussion group led by Dick Reynolds, the 3rd Wed. of each month, Sept.-June.

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The Garden Gate Club

Contact: Margherita Shaw, Membership Chair
Phone: (860) 974-2636
e-mail: mnshaw325@yahoo.com

Description of Program
The Garden Gate Club was organized in 1950 to promote interest in horticulture and related fields. Club members share information about gardening and have created and continue to maintain two special gardens – The Rose Walk Memorial and Friendship Garden adjacent to the Mansfield Center Church, and the gardens at the Mansfield Historical Society. In addition, the club awards scholarships to E.O. Smith High School graduates who have chosen to continue studies in horticulture, environmental studies, greenhouse management, or a related field.

Meetings
There are several meetings each year, most at 7:00 PM in the Buchanan Auditorium of the Mansfield Library on Route 89. Featured speakers present programs on a variety of horticultural topics. During the blooming months there are daytime tours, by car pool, to local gardens. See the program description located in the library's file of local organizations.

Membership
Membership is open to anyone: annual dues are $10. The membership cards that are issued provide discounts at many of our local garden shops. See the green membership application located in the library's file of local organizations. 

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to assist in the operation of the club by serving as members of the Executive Committee or on any of several other committees, e.g., Civic Projects, Conservation, Garden Projects, Hospitality, Program, and Plant Sale. Proceeds from the annual Plant Sale in May provide scholarships to E.O. Smith graduates.

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Joshua's Tract Conservation and Historic Trust (JOSHUA’S TRUST)

Contact: Hill Bullard, President
455-1356;joshuastrust@snet.net

Description of Program
Joshua’s Tract Conservation and Historic Trust, Inc. (Joshua’s Trust) was founded in 1966 and is named for Joshua, third son of Uncas, the Mohegan chieftan, whose hunting grounds roughly comprise the Trust’s territory. The Trust has 700 members and protects over 2,300 acres of open space in the Greater Windham (CT) area. The Trust also preserves and maintains improvements to land (buildings, etc.) which have unique historical significance to the area. To this end the organization accepts donations of land or historic buildings, raises funds for acquisition, and partners with other organizations and agencies to do so.Joshua’s Trust has an office on Rte. 32, Mansfield, which is open to members and the public Thursdays 1:30-3:30 (429-9023).

Meetings

The Joshua’s Trust board meets quarterly. There is an annual dinner meeting for members every April.

Membership

Annual membership in Joshua’s Trust is $10 (individual) or $20 (family).Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to serve as stewards of Trust properties; help identify and acquire new properties; and organize, lead and participate in a variety of Trust-sponsored tours of its properties.
Website: http://www.joshuaslandtrust.org

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La Leche League of Willimantic River Valley

Contact:
La Leche Leauge Leaders Becky 860-423-5090 or Kristen 860-228-5015

Description of Program
La Leche League is an international, nonprofit, nonsectarian
organization dedicated to providing education, information, support,
and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed. The La Leche League of Willimatic River Valley meets in two locations monthly to offer women breastfeeding information and support. The morning meeting is in Willimantic. The evening meeting is in Mansfield Center. The group is open to women from any community, whether pregnant, breastfeeding or weaning. Toddler meetings are held periodically (call for date and time).  A lending library is available. Babies are always welcome.
Morning Meeting
Meeting date: 4th Wednesday of each month
Meeting time: 9:30 A.M.
Meeting location: Access Agency in WIC office
1350 Main St., Willimantic, CT.
(next to Walgreen Drug Store)
Evening Meeting
Meeting date: 2nd Wednesday of each month
Meeting time: 6:30 P.M.
Meeting location: Buchanan Auditorium, Mansfield Public Library
54 Warrenville Road, Mansfield, CT.

Membership

All meetings are free; there is no membership fee. Optional membership in the national organization is $30/yr.

Participation Opportunities
All LLL members are volunteers who have been through a training experience. Other volunteer opportunities include snack coordinator and librarian.

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League of Women Voters of Mansfield, CT

Contact: June Damon, President
429-8796; damon12@mindspring.comdamon12@mindspring.com

Description of Program
The LWV of Mansfield is a local branch of the LWVCT, which is a state chapter of the LWVUS. The local LWV has over 200 members from Mansfield and the region. Its members work to promote the goals of the national, state and local organization, which involve a wide variety of issues concerned with government, natural resources and social policy: e.g., election laws, fiscal policy, water resources, air quality, gambling and children at risk.

Meetings
The Mansfield LWV board meets monthly with the exception of May, July and December. Luncheon and/or evening meetings are held monthly September through May and are open to members and non-members alike. These include a potluck dinner, followed by an update on community concerns in September; a Candidates Night to present candidates for local, state and federal offices in October; a Legislative Breakfast to discuss issues with our state legislators in January; an Annual Meeting with speaker of note in May. A Know Your Town Fair to acquaint the public with the great variety of regional clubs, organizations and agencies is held every September.

Membership
Annual membership in the Mansfield LWV is $40 (individual) or $60 (household), with portions going to the state and national LWV.

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to participate in a variety of League activities: e.g., serve as members of the board; attend the League’s public meetings; help organize and run the annual Candidates Night or Know Your Town Fair; work on any of the national, state or local study committees.Website:  lwvct.org/lwvmansfield

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Mansfield Historical Society

Contact: Ann Galonska, Museum Director
429-6575

Description of Program
The Mansfield Historical Society exists to preserve and interpret the history of Mansfield, CT, to the general public. The Society maintains a museum and research library located at 954 Storrs Rd. The museum is open June through September, Thursdays and Sundays, 1:30-4:30pm. The library is open year-round by appointment. Call (860) 429-6575 for more information.

Meetings
Four meetings per year and other special programs.

Membership
Annual membership in the Society is $15 (individual) and $20 (family).

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to participate in a variety of the Society’s activities: help research and publish booklets on the history of the town; help locate and maintain items relating to local history and genealogy; assist with tours of the Museum and in-class programs for local and area schoolchildren; catalog artifacts and assist in maintaining the museum’s collections; help plan and mount changing exhibits and special events for public education and enjoyment. There are occasional bus trips to other historic places for members. Website: http://mansfieldct-history.org

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Mansfield Lions Club

Contact Joyce Passmore, President
Epassmore03@earthlink.net

Description of Program
The Mansfield Lions Club is part of The International Lions Club organization. The main focus of this organization is helping the blind by fighting preventable blindness and assisting vision-impaired people worldwide. On the local level, the Mansfield Lions Club is involved in activities concerning the betterment of the community.

Meetings
Dinner meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month (except July and August) at 6:15pm at Zenny’s Restaurant in Mansfield. Most meetings feature a scheduled speaker; topics vary widely.

Membership
While membership is by invitation, any civic-minded person in the community may apply for membership via a current member. Annual dues is currently $50.

Participation Opportunities
In order to raise money for its several service activities, the Lions Club relies on its members to assist in several fundraisers each year. One highly visible fundraiser is an annual Chicken Barbecue and Auction every fall at Holiday Hill. Others include a Ham & Yam Dinner and a Roast Beef Dinner at the Mansfield Senior Center every spring.

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Mansfield Natural Areas Volunteers

Contact: Jennifer Kaufman, Parks Coordinator, Town of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department
 429-3015x110.
 Kaufmanjs@mansfieldct.org.Kaufmanjs@mansfieldct.org

Description of Program
Volunteer citizens work with town staff on land management tasks in our town-owned natural areas. The group is supervised by the Town of Mansfield Parks & Recreation Dept. and the Parks Advisory Committee, and is sponsored by the Friends of Mansfield Parks. Stewards and Co-stewards are assigned to a particular preserve, visit it frequently, know it’s management plan, and work with Parks staff to care for it. New steward recruitment and training is ongoing. Workday Volunteers attend workdays at various preserves, helping with supervised projects such as seed collecting, brush clearing, invasive weed control, trail blazing, etc. Workdays are announced in the Parks & Recreation seasonal brochure and volunteers attend as their schedule permits. Wildlife Monitors are trained to survey preserves for interesting plants and animals. Projects include plant surveys, butterfly monitoring, kestrel and bluebird house monitoring.

Meetings

Work is done at town natural areas including: Dunhamtown Forest, Eagleville Preserve, Merrow Meadow Park, Shelter Falls Park, Schoolhouse Brook Park, Fifty-foot Cliff Preserve, Mt. Hope Park, and Coney Rock Preserve.

Membership
Any interested person, no special qualifications, no fees. Children over 8 are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required for workdays. Call Parks & Recreation (429-3015 x110) to register or receive more information.

Participation Opportunities
All winter 2004 workdays are at Old Spring Hill Field; meet in the Mansfield Middle School parking lot. Please dress to work outside; bring water and a snack. We will provide tools and instruction. Children over age 8 are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Call Parks & Recreation (429-3015 x110) to register or receive more information. Thank you for your participation.
Web Site: Mansfield Parks & Recreation Department.

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updated August 23, 2006


Mansfield Numismatic Society

Contact: John Ferreri
P.O. Box 33
Storrs, CT 06268-0033
429-6970; oldmoneyinfo@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.mansfieldnumismaticsociety.org

Description of Program
MNS is a family-oriented organization for persons interested in coin and paper money collection and numismatics. The MNS is 30 years old and currently has about 100 members.

Meetings
Meetings are scheduled on the 4th Mondays of September, October and November, and January, February, March and April, 6:30-9pm, in Buchanan Auditorium, and usually include a presentation and coin auction. There is also an annual dinner plus an annual collectors event in Willimantic.

Membership
Open to all interested persons; family participation encouraged; dues is $10/family for 2 years.

Participation Opportunities
There are several organizational positions: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Activities Chairman and Bourse Chairman. There are also opportunities for members to do research and make presentations to other clubs.

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Mansfield Senior Center Association, Inc.

Contact: 429-2210; SeniorCntr@mansfieldct.org

Description of Program
The Mansfield Senior Center Association, Inc., is a self-governing organization of about 1250 members. The Association membership is responsible for the development of policies, operation and daily planning, providing resources and coordination of its six major standing committees: Finance; Food Service; Program Planning; Travel; Computer; Memorial.Meetings.

Monthly meetings of the Executive Board of the Association are held the second Tuesday of each month at 10:15 AM, and the Association membership meets the second Wednesday of the month following lunch. All members of the Mansfield Senior Center are automatically members of the Association and are welcome and invited to attend the monthly Association meetings.

Membership
If you are 55 years or older and live in Mansfield you may become a member of the Mansfield Senior Center (and Association). There is no charge to become a member. Just stop by the Center and you will be given a "new membership" package that includes a free lunch certificate, an emergency information magnet and other information which we hope you will find useful. If you register by phone, you may pick up this package when you come in.

Participation Opportunities
Lunch is offered every day at noon by advance registration. Mon. & Fri. $2; Tues., Wed. and Thurs. $4. We have a variety of classes from Computers to Yoga, including Strength Training, Variety Dancing, Jewelry Making, Silversmithing and Tai’Chi. Bingo is Tues. at 1 PM, Bridge is Thurs. at 1 PM, and various day and overnight trips are offered. Many volunteer opportunities exist from staffing the reception desk to delivering meals on wheels. If you are interested, let us know and we’ll make an appointment to meet with you. Nonmembers are welcome to attend classes, come for lunch and join our trips.

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Mom's® Club of Coventry/Mansfield
Contact: MembershipVice-President: Emy 742-0523
 momsclubofcoventrymansfield@yahoo.com
Club website: http://themomsclubcm.tripod.com
International MOMS Club's website: http://www.momsclub.org/

 Description of Program

The MOMS® Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) is an international support group for stay-at-home mothers. The Coventry/Mansfield Club started in April 2003 and covers the towns of Coventry , Mansfield , Willimantic, Willington and Windham . Our primary goal is to support each other in all aspects of mothering. We provide meals for families when a new baby or adopted child arrives, send birthday cards, and have a babysitting coop. We also do service projects that benefit children and their families in our community.

Meetings
Business Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at 10AM. Please contact our Membership VP for location information. Children are welcome at every meeting and activity.  

Membership
Membership is open to all mothers who live in Coventry , Mansfield , Willimantic, Willington and Windham and who are available during the day, Monday through Friday. We consider part-time workers and mothers with home businesses to be “stay-at-home” mothers. Annual dues are $25.00 but can be reduced or waived in cases of financial hardship.

Participation Opportunities
We have a weekly all age playgroup, a monthly mom’s night out (breastfeeding babies may attend), a monthly business meeting, and a variety of activities and events for moms and their children throughout each month including holiday parties, hayrides, trips to museums, lunches out, etc. Members host every activity and the possibilities are endless!

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Northeastern Connecticut Animal Rescue, Inc. (NECTAR)

Contact:Linda Wenner, President

Mailing Address:
PO Box 362
Storrs, CT06268-0362
phone: 860-423-0849
Lwenner@prodigy.net

http://pages.prodigy.net/lwenner/

Description of Program
Several Mansfield residents who were interested in assisting the Mansfield animal shelter increase adoptions founded NECTAR in 1983. Since that time, the group has grown to cover all the towns in the northeastern or "Quiet" corner of the state. In addition to facilitating adoptions from local shelters with the public access television show "Pound Pets for Adoption" and the "Pet of the Week" article in the Chronicle each Saturday, pets are also featured on the website: northeasternctanimalrescue.org. NECTAR offers spay and neuter assistance for low-income pet owners, maintains listings of lost and found dogs and cats, and listings of pets available for adoption at the 20 area municipal animal shelters. NECTAR organizes the low-cost rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats held each spring at the Eagleville Fire House on Route 32 in Storrs.

Meetings
Monthly luncheon meeting are held. Contact the Mansfield Animal Shelter at 487-0137 for dates and locations.

Membership
Annual membership in NECTAR is $15.00.

Participation Opportunities
Our members often take in a shelter dog or cat as a "foster home" or provide transportation for animals to and from veterinary appointments. Members can assist at the rabies clinic, bake for the Easter and Halloween bake sales and work at other fund raisers.

 

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Natchaug Ornithology Society (NOS)

Contact: Steve Morytko, President
(860) 429-9600; http://www.nosbird.org/

Description of Program
NOS exists to promote awareness and enjoyment of birds and their habitats through scheduled meetings, birding field trips and events in Mansfield and elsewhere.Meetings
Members hold monthly meetings with guest speakers and slide programs September through June, usually on the first Friday of each month (7 PM refreshments; 7:30 PM meeting) at the Mansfield Library Buchanan Auditorium at 54 Warrenville Rd. Mansfield, CT. The general public is invited to attend a meeting before joining NOS. For a detailed event calendar please please visit the NOS web site.

Membership
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in birds and nature. Annual membership is $10 (student), $15 (individual), $25 (family), $50 (sponsoring), $100 (sustaining).

Participation Opportunities

Members are encouraged to participate in a variety of NOS’s activities: serve as officers; plan meetings and programs; plan, lead or participate in field trips; organize and participate in annual Christmas and June breeding bird counts in the area; help with publication of a monthly newsletter; use the NOS email list.

Publications

NOS sends a monthly newsletter, The Eastern Screech, to all members. In addition, the NOS-sponsored publication Birds of Storrs, Connecticut and Vicinity by George A. Clark, Jr., is the 3rd and latest edition with a wealth of information about local birds and habitats. Copies are for sale at meetings, the UConn Co-op, and are also available for loan at the Mansfield Library.
Website: http://www.nosbird.org/

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Northeastern Drone Society, Inc.

Contact: Gary Warzocha, Treasurer
P.O. Box 83
Storrs, CT. 06268
(860) 455-0361; gary13@mindspring.com

Description of Program
The Northeastern Drone Society, Inc., is an Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) Club #187. It is a family-oriented organization that promotes the building and flying of model airplanes. The Society holds many events at Mansfield Hollow State Park.

Meetings
Members of the Society meet the first Thursday of each month, 7 pm, at the Mansfield Library to conduct business and present a program. In nice weather during the summer, meetings are held at one of our flying fields so that members can do some flying before and after business is conducted. 

Membership
Annual membership in the Society is $36 (adults); $18 (seniors and juniors).

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to present displays at meetings; attend meetings and flying events; and share their expertise with other members.

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Second Wednesday New York City Bus Trip

Contact: Lynn Stanley-Haney
(860) 429-3105  

Description 
The Second Wednesday New York City Bus Trip is a service, organized by volunteers, for anyone in the area who wishes to make one-day trips to New York City in the comfort of a chartered bus.
The bus service operates the second Wednesday in the months of October, November, December; March, April, May and June.  

The bus leaves Storrs promptly at 7:15 AM from North Eagleville Road near the North pedestrian exit from the UCONN North Parking Garage. Parking is available at the garage for $6.00 for the full day.  
The bus stops at the Guggenheim Museum, Metropolitan Museum, 58th Street, Rockefeller Center and TKTS dsicount booth, Chelsea (22nd Street), Union Square (17th Street), Greenwich Village, and Soho. In May the bus will continue from Midtown to the Brooklyn Museum of Art and Botancial Gardens.
Note: Because of the winter weather, there are no bus trips in January and February. 
The bus leaves Midtown promptly at 7:15 P.M. to return to Storrs, except for Dec. & June when the bus will leave at 8:15 for Storrs.  

Cost: All seven trips $147.00
Four or more trips (prepaid in full) $25.00 per trip
Single trip $30.00

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Storr's Farmer's Market
 
Contact: William Hopkins or Jay Beausoleil
P.O Box 422 Willington CT. 06279
(860)429-1392 or (860)429-8696
JBEAU@highstream.net

Description
Enjoy the freshest produce grown exclusively by local farmers for your table. We feature only Connecticut Grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs and fish as well as locally produced dairy and prepared foods. Opening for our 10th season on Saturday May 8, 2004. The market will continue every Saturday through November 20, 2004. The Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday afternoon from 3-6 PM rain or shine (will close at 5 PM beginning Saturday October 23rd).     

NOTICE! The Farmer's market has relocated to Storrs Center (at the junction of Routes 195 and 275). Now we have more farmers, more space and more parking!

Meetings/Events
Opening the Saturday of Mother’s Day Weekend through Weekend before Thanksgiving. Vegetables, flowers, maple syrup, bedding plants, baked goods, eggs, fresh seafood, beef, cheese, natural craft items, honey, bread, and specialty goods are all available for purchase. Entertainment also provided in the form of cooking demonstrations, musicians, magicians, food tasting and free recipes. Membership
One of the largest markets in the state. We expect to have 18 farmers/vendors selling their finest products.

Participation Opportunities
Call contacts above for availability.

Website:
http://www.geocities.com/storrsfarmers

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updated August 23, 2006


Tolland County Art Association

Contact: Ronnie Klukas, president
cyanronnie@aol.com, 649-0311

Description
We are a group of artists and art loving people who gather together. We have two open studios, public exhibitions, evening meeting demos, plein air painting, excursions to various art-related places as well as sell our art. We exchange painting ideas and find inspiration in each other. Among us are painters in every medium as well as those of us who find creating anything a joy and a challenge.

TCAA has been around since the late 1940's when a few friends with a mutual interest in art started getting together regularly. They met at each other's homes to paint and critique each others work. We now have the beautiful Tolland Art Center to meet at. Our goals have remained rooted in inspiring the communities around us as well as each other.

Meetings
Second Tuesday of each month at 7pm, excluding Jan. Feb. July, Aug.

Membership
$25 per person or $30 per family

Participation Opportunities

members are encouraged and inspired to better themselves in art related fields. Volunteering is always welcome.

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The University of Connecticut League

Contact: Marilyn Giolas, Vice President
(860) 423-3907 mhgiolas@earthlink.net

Description of Program
Founded in 1968, The UConn League is a community-based service and social organization for persons with a wide variety of interests. Most League activity takes place in the 13 Interest Groups (see Participation Opportunities, below).

Meetings
For 2004-2005 there will be a spring luncheon and a fall luncheon for the general membership. New activities will be announced in the fall.  

Membership
Membership in the UConn League is open to anyone from any town. Membership dues is $15.

Participation Opportunities
The UConn League currently offers the following Interest Groups: Book Discussion; Day Trippers; Dinner Date; Fitness; Foreign Foods; Golf; Marathon Bridge Fundraiser; Music; Neighbors & Newcomers; Playreaders; Potluck Luncheon; Walking for Exercise; Wine Tasting.

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The Women's Club of Storrs

Contact: Dolly Whitman, President
(860) 429-9155

Description of Program
The Women’s Club of Storrs meets four times/year with programs on a variety of topics (usually local); has 2 bridge groups; makes an annual monetary award to an outstanding UConn undergraduate and the local Girl Scouts, as well as contributions in memory of former members.

Meetings
Four potluck meeting per year are usually held in the months of Oct., Dec., March and May at the Buchanan Center Auditorium. (5:30pm social hour; 6pm potluck supper; 7pm program).

Membership
Anyone may join for an annual membership fee of $10 (or $7 for associate membership).

Participation Opportunities
Members are encouraged to assist in the operation of the Club by participating in one or more of the following ways: working on the Membership, Program, Social, Nominating, Publicity, Telephone or Editorial committees; serving on the Board; staffing the Club’s table at Know Your Town Fair.

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