The ARTFARM Presents Much Ado About Nothing, a Play by Shakespeare on July 18-21 and again on July 25-28, with live music at 6 pm before each performance.  Every performance will be held outdoor, so if you plan on attending make sure you bring you lawn chairs and/or blankets.  The setting is also ideal for a picnic, which you can enjoy while listening to Jazz, and Folk music from some of the best musician in the state.  The ARTFARM is a Non-Profit Organization, which has been performing high quality theater performance since 2001.  The ARTFARM is a very appropriate name for this performance group, because their hope is to purchase a farm in Connecticut which will be both a working farm and theater.  In the mean time the ARTFARM is holding their performances in the Grove at Middlesex C... 07/16/2013

Today's Middlesex County Chamber Of Commerce Business After Work is going to be at the Canoe Club at Harbor Park, Middletown, CT.  The Middlesex County Chamber Of Commerce Business After Work AT The Canoe Club is the first After Work Event that the Middlesex County Camber Of Commerce held there. If you follow my blog then you know that I love to Network, and try to make it to as many Networking Events as possible.  Networking Events are a great way to make new valuable contacts that  can help us grow our business, and we can have fun at the same time. There is always excellent food, and drink at all of the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce Networking Events, and the Middlesex County Chamber Of Commerce Business After Hours At The Canoe Club is certain to maintain that tradition.  As always... 07/14/2013

  Every Monday night for the month of July, the Buttonwood Tree will be hosting Anything Goes Open Mic At Buttonwood Tree, Middletown, CT.  This is a great opportunity for all the hopeful artist.  Anything Goes Open Mic At Buttonwood Tree, Middletown, CT., is open to all types of performances. If you are a Poet, Singer, Dancer, or just to read from one of you favorite books or plays, the Anything Goes Open Mic At Buttonwood Tree, Middletown, CT., is available to you.  So do not miss out on this opportunity to strut your stuff every Monday night at the Buttonwood Tree, in Middletown, CT. Showcase your talents, nurture them with this supportive group. Recite a poem, sing a song, dance, read some spoken word, the microphone is yours for the asking. Community spirit prevails. Buttonwood Tr... 07/08/2013

  Summer has just begun in Middletown, CT., but Fall is already around the corner and that means Middletown Tigers Youth Football In Midlletown Ct 2013.  The Middletown Tigers Youth Football Program is a very large program in Middletown, Ct., but even a program of this size has limited spots for kids on teams.  So that means if you want to assure your child a spot on a team, you need to register him or her quickly. If you live in Middletown CT., in order to register your child, you will need to go on the Middletown Tigers Youth Football website www.themiddletowntigers.com and click the Register Tab to register.  Also on the Middletown Tigers Youth Football website, you will find a full game schedule. Now that you have this information on how and where to register you child for the Midd... 06/25/2013

  Dog and Cat owners have a great opportunity to take their pets on Saturday, June 15th, to Middletown High School Voag Center, for the Rabies & Microchipping Clinic & Pet Adoption Day, At Middletown High School, CT.  I do not own a dog or cat, but if I did I would make it a point to mark my calendar, and bring my dog or cat to Middletown High School and take advantage of the service being offered by the Middletown Animal Control.  Middletown residents can also get a Dog license for their dog while they are there for the other services being provided. Rabies & Microchipping Clinic & Pet Adoption Day Middletown High School - Voag Center LaRosa Lane, Middletown, CTSaturday, June 15th 9:00 am - 11:00 am(860) 344-3298   **********************************************************************... 06/11/2013

  The Russell Library In Middletown, CT June Book Sale 2013 will be held this coming Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and as always it was very well attended as it is every month.  This month is the end of the school year for Middletown, CT students, so this maybe a great time to attend the Russell Library In Middletown, CT June Book Sale 2013 to pick up ready material for the kids for the Summer. Russell Library has been holding a Book Sale every month for the last few years now   If you miss this one due to lack of notice, you will get an opportunity to attend the next one on the second weekend in July.  The Russell Library does not generally give a lot of notice for their Book Sales, but the Book Sales tend to be in the middle of the month each month. Besides the Russell Library In Midd... 06/10/2013

The Oddfellows Playhouse, In Middletown, CT is Connecticut's largest youth performing theater.  At The Oddfellows Playhouse, In Middletown, CT you can enjoy quality performance by children from the ages of 3-20.  The Oddfellows Playhouse, In Middletown, CT has a very clear and specific mission statement: An artistic dimension to provide high-quality theater by and for young people An educational dimension to promote the growth of young people--in skills, knowledge, and self-confidence--through the performing arts A social action dimension to offer opportunities especially to underserved and at-risk youngsters to promote the development of a genuinely multiracial, multicultural society. The Oddfellows Playhouse, In Middletown, CT is presently performing "Hear What's In The Heart - A Sho... 06/04/2013

  Middletown CT, Xavier High School Car Show 2013 This Past Weekend. The 8th Annual E.J.K. Car Show was this past Saturday, June 1st at the Xavier High School Parking Lot, in Middletown, CT, on Randolph Road.  The Car Show was very well attended as it always is.  There were many of the great old classics there (no I am not talking about me).  I always look forward to this Car Show every year, and it is within walking distance from my house I love the old classic cars and thought that I would share some picture that I took of some of my favorites.     *******************************************************************************  Info about the author: George Souto is a Loan Officer who can assist you with all your FHA, CHFA, and Conventional mortgage needs in Connecticut. George resid... 06/03/2013

  Middletown Connecticut has become very well known for the many restaurants in Downtown, Middletown as well as how Downtown, Middletown comes alive in the evening hours.  One of the more popular places to go see Unique Performances Is The Buttonwood Tree In Downtown, Middletown, CT.  The cost of the performance are very affordable, and always entertaining.  This month the Buttonwood Tree, will be providing a number of special performances, starting with The Great Make Believe Improve Comedy Show, tonight. The Great Make Believe Improv Comedy Show The Great Make Believe Society performs several different forms of Improv Comedy.  The styles of Improv Comedy performed by the Great Make Believe Society, are forms of Improve Comedy that are popular in Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston, and New ... 06/01/2013

Last week I had a mortgage problem that was troubling one of my sellers and I was having problems getting a straight answer as to what was actual fact when it came to FHA guidelines in this situation.  Once again Active Rain became my saving grace.  I turned to George Souto who was more than happy to look into this situation for me.  He didn't have the answer right away, since he didn't deal with this particular situation on a regular basis if at all.  Even though it was one day before the 3 day holiday weekend he was going to look things up and get back to me as soon as possible without blinking an eye.  This is what I have come to find is normal procedure for George Souto.  When you need a mortgage person for your clients in Connecticut George Souto should be your go to person. Thanks... 05/31/2013

   The Lady Katharine Cruise Line tours is one of the special Summer Fun Things To Do On The Connecticut River In Middletown, CT.  The ship above is one of the Lady Katharine Cruise Line ships that sails the Connecticut River on a weekly bases.  This particular Lady Katharine Cruise Line ship sails out of Harbor Park in Middletown, CT.  Her name is the Mystique, and she can be spotted daily as you travel Rt9 through Middletown, CT. Lady Katharine Cruise Line In Middletown CT, provide a variety of cruises, from brunch, and dinner cruises to special events like weddings, graduation parties, company outings, and moonlight cruises.  We at McCue Mortgage did such a cruise for the Realtors that partner with us a couple of years ago, as well as one for our company employees a year ago.  Each ... 05/28/2013

Today is Memorial Day In Middletown, CT 2013.  Memorial Day is always recongnized on the last Monday in May, and is a day that our Country has set aside to honor the men and women who have served in our Armed Forces, and put their lives on the line to ensure the freedoms that we have. Memorial Day has also become a time where families get together for picnics and family fun.  My family will be spending the day with many of our friends from our Church.  One of the families has opened up their home for all of us to come together, share great food, have lots of fun, and most importantly enjoy each others company as we take time to honor and remember those that this day represents.  For many today will involve traveling a fair distance to be with family and friends. So my annual messages h... 05/26/2013

Summer Fun At KidCity Children's Museum in Middletown, Connecticut.  Summer is almost almost here and the kids will be out of school soon.  That means that parents will be looking for fun things to do to keep their children busy. So let me suggest a great place to take the younger members of the family to, KidCity Children's Museum in Middletown, Connecticut. KidCity Children's Museum is a place that younger children, and their parents can spend hours at, and still not do everything that they have to KidCity has to offer.  At KidCity Children's Museum in Middletown, Connecticut there are several rooms such as: Musical Planet Room Video Theater Room Reading Room Clubhouse Room Cornfield Room Clipper Ship Room Fishery Room Main Street Room Farm Room Spaceage Road Trip Room Toddler Sea Ca... 05/26/2013

Middletown CT, Xavier High School Car Show 2013. The 8th Annual E.J.K. Car Show is being held on Saturday June 1st in the Xavier High School Parking Lot, in Middletown, CT, on Randolph Road.  In the past years this Car Show has always attracted many of the great classic cars.  I am looking forward to seeing some of my all time favorites, and since the show is virtually within walking distance from my house, I can walk there and not have to find a parking space. I love the old classic cars and I am hoping to see some of my favorites like the two cars below.                                   *******************************************************************************  Info about the author: George Souto is a Loan Officer who can assist you with all your FHA, CHFA, and Conventional mor... 05/22/2013

  The Relay For Life At Woodrow Wilson Middle School, Middltown, Connecticut will take place on June 1-2.  Woodrow Wilson Middle School is located on Hunting Hill Road where Middletown High School use to be. Woodrow Wilson Middle School is the perfect place for a Relay For Life Event.  Woodrow Wilson Middle School has an excellent track, and the neighborhoods around the school are safe, and a great place to take a walk or run. The Relay For Life At Woodrow Wilson Middle School, Middltown, Connecticut  is a excellent way to contribute to a very worthy cause, as well as to get some exercise.  If you have not made plans to participate I hope you consider it, and join the many that will be participating that weekend.   ***********************************************************************... 05/21/2013

  Middletown High School Goes To The Symphony 2013.  Both of my sons had the privilege to participate in the Middletown High School Goes To The Symphony each of the years that they attend Middletown High School, in Middletown, CT.  This is a huge production for them each year and the Middletown High School Choir, and Band get to perform with the Hartford Symphony Chamber Orchestra.  The Bushnell Theater is pack for this event each year, with those in attendance dressed to the nines to celebrate the event.  This year the Middletown High School Goes To The Symphony 2013 will be held this coming Thursday, May 23rd and will feather three special students that were the winners of the Middletown High School Goes To The Symphony 2013 Soloist Competition. Olive Kuhn, Clarinet Concert No. 1 in ... 05/18/2013

  Baseball Is Great Summer Time Fun In Middletown, CT.  Baseball is the All Time Great American Pass Time Sport, and Middletown, Connecticut is a great place to be to have as much access to all levels of Baseball as a fan could possibly want.  Middletown, CT has several Little League, and Softball Games going on all Summer long throughout the town.  Middletown, CT is also only 15 minutes away from enjoying excellent Minor League Baseball, at New Britain Rock Cats Stadium.  If it is Major League Baseball that you want, Middletown, CT is less than 2 hours away from Yankee Stadium, and Fenway Park. Both my sons are grown men now, but I enjoyed seeing them play Little League Baseball for many years.  Now that they are grown, we have several friends with children who play baseball and softb... 05/15/2013

  Golf is one of the great Summer Time Activities in Connecticut.  So it will not be long before Golf Courses through out Connecticut are filled with Golfers once again, and the Middlesex YMCA in Middletown, Connecticut is doing its part to get Golfers ready through the Middlesex YMCA Swing Back Strength & Flexibility Program For Golfers.  I do not play golf, but I know several people that play who would probably benefit from this program. The Middlesex YMCA in Middletown, CT has several other programs that the whole family can take advantage of for the Summer such as: Fitness Center Pool Racket Ball Courts Gym And a lot more To register for the Middlesex YMCA Swing Back Strength & Flexibility Program For Golfers as well as all the other excellent programs that the Middlesex YMCA has t... 05/14/2013

  Monarca Place In Middletown Connecticut Is A Very Special Building, and one of a few of its kind in the country.  Monarca Place is a 16-unit, three story complex made up of one and two bedroom units, for the elderly who are hearing impaired, and was the first of its kind in the state of Connecticut. The nearest housing for the hearing impaired prior the the construction of Monarca Place, was in Danvers, Mass. Monarca Place was financed with $1.8 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and $600,000 from the Middletown, CT Mousing Authority.  Monarca Place was designed with special lighting and equipment such as paging devices from the entryway to the rooms, vibrating alarm systems and computer teletype technology. Strobe lighting alert residents to smoke or f... 05/10/2013

  One of the challenges that Summer brings, is what to do to keep the kids busy once school is over.  For families in Middletown, CT there are some excellent fun Summer Time Activities to do with the kids.  One of the places that families take the kids to keep them busy and have a lot of fun, is to join the Middlesex Pool & Tennis Club. Middletown, CT has been the home to the Middlesex Pool & Tennis Club since 1969.  The Middlesex Pool & Tennis Club is member owned, so members have complete control of how this wonderful facility is operated, and it is open for use by members from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The Middlesex Pool & Tennis Club offers a several membership options that will meet the need of anyone who is considering joining: Family Couple individual Seniors The M... 05/09/2013