Community
Organizations in Mansfield, CT
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/
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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/
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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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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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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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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.
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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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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and comments. Although there isn't sufficient time to respond to suggestions
individually, we do read & consider all of them.
contact us: mansfield@biblio.org
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