WECA MEETING CALENDAR

Architectural History & Resources Committee

Monday, December 14, 6pm

Connecticut Historical Society
1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford

Contact: Jan Klein, 232-2050 jacefk@gmail.com
Laura Berman, 570-0329, lauraannberman@gmail.com

From Jan Klein, co-chair:

New Webpage:

The Architectural History & Resources Committee is excited to announce the launch of its new web page, which can be found as a link on the WECA website. Thanks to Alan English for designing the page, and to the committee members that contributed to its contents. The page contains information about the committee, its activities, upcoming meetings and other events, as well as links to other useful and interesting pages (how to apply for a historic district plaque for your home), and organizations (the Hartford Preservation Alliance, the Connecticut Historical Society, the Hartford Preservation Ordinance and more). The December meeting of the AH&R Committee will be on Monday, December 14, at 6:00 p.m. at the Connecticut Historical Society, 1 Elizabeth Street. Light refreshments will be served.

Award to Oxford Builders:

Oxford Builders, a West End business owned by neighbors Christian & Kate Winkley, was recognized on Monday, November 23, by the Hartford City Council for it's outstanding past and ongoing contributions to the quality of life in our city. November 23 was declared Oxford Builders LLC Day with the following citation:

"Whereas, for 12 years Oxford Builders LLC has been committed to preserving historic homes and maintaining the quality of neighborhoods; and

Whereas, this commitment and desire to return properties to their original condition prompted Oxford Builders LLC to complete the renovation of a property on Girard Avenue in the City’s West End; and

Whereas, Christian Winkley’s investment of time and talent resulted in a significant benefit to the residents of Girard Avenue and the West End neighborhood; and

Whereas, Winkley’s ongoing renovation of historic properties has revitalized the West End neighborhood; and

Whereas, Oxford Builders LLC’s owners Christian and Kate Winkley have been recognized by the Hartford Preservation Alliance for their exceptional contributions to architectural preservation in Hartford; now therefore be it

Resolved, That I, Eddie A. Perez, Mayor of the City of Hartford and Councilman Matthew D. Ritter, alongside the Court of Common Council, do hereby proclaim, Monday, November 23, 2009 as: “Oxford Builders LLC Day"

Also recognized by the Council for their significant contributions to the 79 Girard Avenue restoration were the Winkleys' project partners, Jan & David Klein, and the project's real estate agents, Amy & Kyle Bergquist, all of whom were instrumental in the successful completion of this stunning transformation.

WECA Planning and Zoning Committee Seeks Secretary

WECA's Planning and Zoning Committee is in need of a secretary to take minutes at its meeting and circulate them to the West End Community. If you are willing to volunteer, please contact John Gale, committee chair, at 860.522.8296 or jgale@lawlordsofhartford.com.

Many holiday traditions, two great events
Come to either or both!

West End Traditional Carol-Sing
with Horse-Drawn Wagon

Sunday, December 20, 5 pm sharp!
Gather at United Methodist Church Parking Lot
571 Farmington Avenue at South Whitney Street

Open to All

West End Kids ride in the Wagon!
Song Books Provided
Bring Instruments, Bells, Tambourines!
Dress warmly for the weather; bring penlights

All Children must be accompanied by an Adult

And then……

Post Wagon Party
25 North Beacon Street, 6:30-9 pm

Potluck: Bring your favorite holiday or comfort food to share
Info: 860-233-7852

SATURDAY HOOPSTERS
REGISTRATION & TRYOUTS
(Everyone makes a team, but we need tryouts to make sure teams are even)

WHO CAN PLAY?
Kids Ages 5-13

WHEN?
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5th

WHERE AND WHAT TIME?

HOW MUCH?
$5 for the Entire 13 Weeks

For more information or if you are interested in being a coach, team sponsor, or board member, please contact Ben Cruse at SaturdayHoopsters@gmail.com if interested.

West End Community Center
is registered as a CENSUS 2010 Testing Site.
Be counted.

If you are 18 years or older and would like to work for the 2010 Census, the largest government employment initiative, now’s your chance. The WECC is a host to application and testing exams for positions as 2010 census takers. You can apply and take the necessary tests right here in the neighborhood.

Early applications and practice tests are encouraged. You can practice for the exam on-line by going to www.2010censusjobs.gov.

If you do not have access to a computer, come to the WECC Community Technology Center and do your practicing there.

Testing dates are as follows:

· Monday, December 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
· Monday, December 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

To register for these dates, please call the local 2010 Census office at 860-768-9130.