🌱Backyard Bird Count + Celebrate Madri Gras

Happy Thursday, neighbors! Here's everything happening today in town.

First, today's weather:

Today will be breezy with variable clouds. High: 54 Low: 52.

Here are the top stories today in The Haddams-Killingworth:

1. Do you recognize any of the names on this list? Middlesex Community College Announces Fall 2021 Dean's List. (Press Release Desk)
2. A 20-plus acre property hits the market in Haddam. (The Haddams-Killingworth Patch)
3. Killingworth Library Association would like the community to know that, "The Office of Early Childhood recently announced a new statewide initiative to support children from birth through age 5 by offering Sparkler — a mobile app for parents and caregivers."(Facebook)
4. Congratulations to Connecticut Water for being named a winner of the 2022 Top Workplaces USA. (Press Release Desk)
5. Are you looking for a place in state to celebrate Mardi Gras? Look no further; here are several local spots that will be offering New Orleans-style food and drink specials. (The Advocate)

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Today in The Haddams-Killingworth:

From my notebook:

• The East Haddam Land Trusts has put out an invitation to area residents to join in the annual, "Great Backyard Bird Count." The event is held around the world to help scientists better understand global bird populations. (Facebook)
• East Haddam Fire Department: "Career Firefighter Liam Duncan led Tuesday night's ice rescue drill." (Facebook)
• Goodspeed Musicals: Great news! Now you can stream the fiery fiddlin’ of Johnny and the Devil’s Box concept album on Apple Music, Spotify and Amazon Music! So plug-in those headphones or blast it loud. (Facebook)
• Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department: "NY Yankees vs. Chicago White Socks. Order your tickets at www.hkrec.com". (Facebook)
• Living Rock Church: "There is a meeting for all Children's Church teachers and helpers on Sunday, February 20 immediately following service!" (Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

About me: I am a native of Connecticut, who currently resides in the Tri-Town community of Chester, Deep River and Essex. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my small town community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.