🌱Snowy Owl Rescue + Childhood Obesity Numbers Expanding

Welcome back, The Haddams-Killingworth! Let's get this Thursday started. Here's everything you need to know today in The Haddams-Killingworth.

First, today's weather:

Breezy; a morning shower. High: 46 Low: 30.

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

1. A majestic snowy owl who was hit by a car will now become an important part of A Place Called Hope's ambassador family. (Facebook)
2. The Blue Fire Stage Company will hold its first junior production at the former Haddam Elementary School, located at 272 Saybrook Rd., Higganum, for Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. In-person and streaming tickets are available. (Facebook)
3. Lockdowns, remote learning and general loss of community gatherings and sports practices have all been contributing factors to the surge of childhood obesity in the state. (Hartford Courant)

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Today in The Haddams-Killingworth:

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From my notebook:

• Haddam Historical Society-Thankful Arnold House Museum: "This small one-room schoolhouse stood between 361 and 365 Saybrook Road in Higganum. According to a 1956 newspaper article it was built in 1833 and used until the early 20th century." (Facebook)
• Goodspeed Musicals: "Want to WOW your valentine this year? Get them a year full of date nights with a Goodspeed Gift Card! They'll love you forever." (Facebook)
• Arts Center at Killingworth: Exciting news to share - A grant has been awarded to Arts Center Killingworth & Spectrum Gallery! (Facebook)

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