MONROE, CT — Two Masuk High School and two middle school teams qualified for the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship, to be held at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas from May 6 to 14.
UMC Monroe Paper Shredding Day
United Methodist Church of Monroe is hosting its annual Paper Shredding fundraiser in the Rite Aid parking lot, 435 Main St., on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to noon — rain or shine.
This event is an opportunity to do some spring cleaning by disposing of sensitive personal papers and business records conveniently and securely with assistance from professionals.
Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit church missions near and far. Individuals and businesses are welcome. There is no need to exit your vehicle, just pull up, pop open your trunk and the volunteers will take care of the rest.
The cost is still $10 for a standard archive box (15”x12”x10”) and prices increase by $5 according to container size. Payment methods include cash, check (made out to: UMC Monroe with “Paper Shredding” in the memo line) or credit/debit.
Click here for an event flyer. For information, visit the church website, by clicking here. Those with questions or who want to be added to UMC Monroe’s Paper Shredding distribution list, should send an email to papershredding@umcmonroe.
Harmony Grange Newsletter
The latest Harmony Grange Newsletter was released this month, featuring information about the annual Spring Fair, plant and tag sale. To download the newsletter, click here.
Musician Dave Pettigrew to perform at UMC Monroe
Dave Pettigrew will headline an evening of worship, stories and songs while performing in a concert at The United Methodist Church of Monroe, 515 Cutler’s Farm Road, on Sunday, April 27, at 6 p.m.
Space is limited, so the church recommends attendees RSVP to reserve a seat. To register, click here. For information about David Pettigrew visit his website. For a preview of his music, click here. To learn more about Pivot Ministries, click here.
Masuk Class of 1975 to celebrate 50th reunion
Masuk High School’s Class of 1975 will celebrate its 50 year reunion at The Stone Barn at Whitney Farms, 175 Shelton Road (Route 110), on Saturday, Aug. 30, from 6 to 10 p.m.
The event will include a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, a buffet dinner, a cash bar, photo fun, music, dancing and a lot of memories to share.
The cost is $75 per person. Payment should be made as soon as possible via Venmo (greggavogel@gmail.com) or with a check payable to Gregg Vogel, 2716 Hilltop Dr., Newport Beach, CA 92660. Please include preferred name for name tag(s) with payment.
For information, check the Facebook group, Masuk High School Class of 1975 50th Reunion, or contact one of the organizers: Gregg Vogel (greggavogel@gmail.com), Cynthia Young McCurdy (clmccurdy@verizon.net), Lynn Hardy Susina (huskies1984@aol.com), Marcia Stenger Lafayette (marciahealthcoach@gmail.com), Diane Herb Landock (dianelandock@sbcglobal.net) or Lisa Huck (lisabeth.huck@aya.yale.edu).
Volunteers are needed to help make the reunion a success. Those who want to help should email Gregg Vogel (greggavogel@gmail.com).
A pet microchip scanner in Stratford
The town of Stratford announced the installation of a pet microchip scanner station at its Animal Control Facility, 225 Beacon Point Road, made possible by a generous donation from the Stratford Animal Rescue Society.
In cases where the shelter is closed or the animal control team is unavailable, this new microchip scanner station is positioned in front of the animal control building. This innovative tool aims to facilitate the prompt reunion of lost pets with their owners.
Those encountering a lost animal are encouraged to use the scanner for a quick microchip check. The station features clear instructions for operation, as well as a hotline to assist in contacting the pet’s owner.
A pet microchip is a small electronic device, roughly the size of a grain of rice, encased in biocompatible glass to ensure safety during implantation. Each microchip contains a unique identification number linked to your contact information in a pet recovery database.
It is vital to register your pet’s microchip with your contact details and keep this information current for effective identification. Stratford Animal Control offers low-cost microchipping services at $20 per pet, available by appointment only.
Pet owners can schedule an appointment by emailing acos@townofstratford.com.
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