🌱HKHS Baseball Players Win Big This Summer + Fair Season Is Here!

Hi there, The Haddams-Killingworth! I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

First, today's weather:

A gusty t-storm in the p.m.. High: 90 Low: 72.

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

1. It's that time of year again here in the great state of Connecticut, fair time! Here is a comprehensive list of the upcoming fairs throughout the state, from the Hartford Courant. Mark your calendars for the ones you want to go to. (Hartford Courant)
2. Rising seniors at Haddam-Killingworth High School, Liam Gordon and Callen Powers, were chosen to represent the state of Connecticut on an elite baseball team this summer, the name of the team is “Young Bucks.” According to an HK Now article, "the team competed in the Firecracker Sports 2022 Underclass National Pro Showcase on Cape Cod. They played against teams from all over the east coast and Canada, and won the championship." Both Gordon and Powers were reportedly, "crucial assets to the team’s victory." Congratulations boys! (HK Now)
3. On the hunt for a new place to live, or just interested in what else is out there? As part of our weekly real estate roundup, a collaboration between Patch and Redfin.com, we're bringing you some of the newest and most interesting houses to hit the market in and around The Haddams-Killingworth.(Patch)
4. "Planet Fitness has announced the opening of its new 20,740-square-foot location in Middletown. The brand-new facility features "state-of-the-art cardio machines, strength equipment, the 30-Minute Express Circuit and a variety of spa amenities, among other features," according to a news release (Patch)

Today in The Haddams-Killingworth:

• Pirates Ahoy morning session - Killingworth Library (11:15 a.m.)
• Teen Trivia Night - Killingworth Library (5 p.m.)
• Pirates Ahoy evening session - Killingworth Library (5:45 p.m.)
• Mystery Book Club - Killingworth Library (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue: "Kindness matters. a moment with beautiful Ingrid." (Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue via Facebook)
• Goodspeed Musicals: "Green Gables is waiting here for you! Join us for this beautiful, vibrant new musical - now playing at The Goodspeed. Get your tickets today! (Goodspeed Musicals via Facebook)
• East Haddam Fire Department: "On July 19, the East Haddam Fire Department hosted a duel drill with The Lyme Fire Company at EHFD Company 1. Middletown South District Fire Lieutenant Rob Zajac and Captain Nick Fisher taught personnel the ins and outs of the South District Dive team. The drill was extremely informative. Thank you LT and Captain!" (East Haddam Fire Department via Facebook)
• Franklin Academy: "With the dog days of summer and this heatwave upon us, Ella says: 'Stay hydrated and keep cool!' (Our Franklin pup has good advice!)" (Franklin Academy via Facebook)
• Eightmile Wild & Scenic River Watershed: "Walden Preserve is a lovely place to explore in the Eightmile River Watershed. For more places to explore, check out our interactive outdoor exploration map at www.WanderOurWatershed.org or our Preserve Map http://www.eightmileriver.org/..." (Eightmile Wild & Scenic River Watershed via Facebook)
• Killingworth Library Association: "Beat the heat, win a treat! Join us for Trivia Nite tonight at 5 p.m. It is for ages 10-17. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please register in advance." (Killingworth Library Association via Facebook)
• Living Rock Church: "A BIG thank you to everyone who helped us clean up the church on Sunday! We’re so thankful for all of your hard work!" (Living Rock Church via Facebook)
• Living Rock Church: "Our annual business meeting is Sunday, July 24, right after service! Hear the stats and get a recap of everything Living Rock has done throughout the last year! Everyone is encouraged to attend!" (Living Rock Church via Facebook)

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Events:

• "Tuesdays at Two" Family Event at the Museum (July 26)
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• Don’t live with mice this winter. Have your home sealed today. (Details)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll see you around!

— 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.

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