May 22, 2015
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Gunn Scholar Plumbs Origins of Athletics in School Curriculums On Friday, May 15, the 2014-2015 Gunn Scholar Jessica Xu presented the results of her year-long research project to her schoolmates and faculty members at The Gunnery. The project is entitled “Setting the Pace: Mr. Gunn and School Athletics in the 19th Century.” Jessica visited several schools including Yale, Smith, and Emma Willard and corresponded with archivists at Worcester, Lawrenceville, and Miss Porter’s to trace the influence of social and economic change on the develop-
ment of physical training and competitive sports at schools and colleges. In addition, she explored a variety of Gunnery Archive materials and other primary and secondary source material. An international student from Shanghai, China, Jessica was intrigued when she arrived as a freshman by The Gunnery requirement to participate in sports as a part of the curriculum. She discovered that the early adoption of athletics in American schools in the 19th century was inspired by the move-
ment generated by the Industrial Revolution, called “Muscular Christianity.” She explored the ideals of character and moral values built on striking a balance between body, mind and spirit and the leading part that Frederick Gunn, founder of The Gunnery, played in it the inclusion of Contributed Photo athletics in schools. Jessica’s presentation Gunn Scholar Jessica Xu, 15, with her faculty advisors archivist Paula Krimsky and will also be delivered as history faculty Tom Hollinger. part of the Connecticut museums’ History Bytes program on Thursday, May 28th at 12:00 in the Wykeham Room of the Gunn Library.
Margaret Miner to Receive the Dr. Marc Taylor Environmental Stewardship Award ROXBURY — The Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition is pleased to announce that Margaret Miner, of Roxbury, is the first-year recipient of The Dr. Marc J. Taylor Environmental Stewardship Award. The award presentation will be held on June 13 at PRWC’s Annual Benefit at The Mill House Antiques and Gardens in Woodbury. Dr. Taylor, who passed away in June of 2012, is remembered as a highly respected and compassionate physician, educator, and environmental leader. It was in his retirement from the medical profession that Dr. Taylor turned his keen intellect and calm demeanor toward fostering coalition-based solutions for the benefit of the environment. In 1999, Dr. Taylor and a group of his peers founded the Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition to study the quality and quantity of water in the Pomperaug Watershed, a 90-square mile area that touches eight towns in western Connecticut. With science at its core and education as its hallmark, PRWC works with watershed towns, regulatory agencies, environmental organizations and community volunteers to continue Dr. Taylor’s legacy in stewarding the local water resources. PRWC’s Board of Di-
rectors established this award in 2015 to further recognize Marc for his countless environmental stewardship contributions. John Lacadie, PRWC Board Chairman, emphasized that, “in selecting Margaret for this award, PRWC is appreciatively acknowledging her as an individual who has demonstrated similar outstanding dedication and leadership for the conservation of natural resources. We know that Marc would have been as extremely pleased as we are with recognizing Margaret for her environmental accomplishments locally and at the state and federal level.” Margaret is the Executive Director of River Alliance and Vice Chairman of the CT Water Planning Council Advisory Group
and advocates on behalf of numerous environmental organizations throughout the State. Among the many who endorsed Margaret for this award was Lori Brown, executive director of the CT League of Conservation Voters. In her comments Lori stated: “Marc and Margaret worked together for decades on behalf of the environment. Together, they made amazing progress to improve laws that today help protect the quality and quantity of Connecticut’s precious water resources and the life they support.” More about PRWC, this award and the upcoming Annual Benefit can be found on the PRWC website at www.pomperaug.org or by contacting PRWC at (203) 263-0076.
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LITCHFIELD COUNTY TIMES / A7
Gunn Scholar Plumbs Origins of Athletics in School Curriculums On Friday, May 15, the 2014-2015 Gunn Scholar Jessica Xu presented the results of her year-long research project to her schoolmates and faculty members at The Gunnery. The project is entitled “Setting the Pace: Mr. Gunn and School Athletics in the 19th Century.” Jessica visited several schools including Yale, Smith, and Emma Willard and corresponded with archivists at Worcester, Lawrenceville, and Miss Porter’s to trace the influence of social and economic change on the develop-
ment of physical training and competitive sports at schools and colleges. In addition, she explored a variety of Gunnery Archive materials and other primary and secondary source material. An international student from Shanghai, China, Jessica was intrigued when she arrived as a freshman by The Gunnery requirement to participate in sports as a part of the curriculum. She discovered that the early adoption of athletics in American schools in the 19th century was inspired by the move-
ment generated by the Industrial Revolution, called “Muscular Christianity.” She explored the ideals of character and moral values built on striking a balance between body, mind and spirit and the leading part that Frederick Gunn, founder of The Gunnery, played in it the inclusion of Contributed Photo athletics in schools. Jessica’s presentation Gunn Scholar Jessica Xu, 15, with her faculty advisors archivist Paula Krimsky and will also be delivered as history faculty Tom Hollinger. part of the Connecticut museums’ History Bytes program on Thursday, May 28th at 12:00 in the Wykeham Room of the Gunn Library.
Margaret Miner to Receive the Dr. Marc Taylor Environmental Stewardship Award ROXBURY — The Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition is pleased to announce that Margaret Miner, of Roxbury, is the first-year recipient of The Dr. Marc J. Taylor Environmental Stewardship Award. The award presentation will be held on June 13 at PRWC’s Annual Benefit at The Mill House Antiques and Gardens in Woodbury. Dr. Taylor, who passed away in June of 2012, is remembered as a highly respected and compassionate physician, educator, and environmental leader. It was in his retirement from the medical profession that Dr. Taylor turned his keen intellect and calm demeanor toward fostering coalition-based solutions for the benefit of the environment. In 1999, Dr. Taylor and a group of his peers founded the Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition to study the quality and quantity of water in the Pomperaug Watershed, a 90-square mile area that touches eight towns in western Connecticut. With science at its core and education as its hallmark, PRWC works with watershed towns, regulatory agencies, environmental organizations and community volunteers to continue Dr. Taylor’s legacy in stewarding the local water resources. PRWC’s Board of Di-
rectors established this award in 2015 to further recognize Marc for his countless environmental stewardship contributions. John Lacadie, PRWC Board Chairman, emphasized that, “in selecting Margaret for this award, PRWC is appreciatively acknowledging her as an individual who has demonstrated similar outstanding dedication and leadership for the conservation of natural resources. We know that Marc would have been as extremely pleased as we are with recognizing Margaret for her environmental accomplishments locally and at the state and federal level.” Margaret is the Executive Director of River Alliance and Vice Chairman of the CT Water Planning Council Advisory Group
and advocates on behalf of numerous environmental organizations throughout the State. Among the many who endorsed Margaret for this award was Lori Brown, executive director of the CT League of Conservation Voters. In her comments Lori stated: “Marc and Margaret worked together for decades on behalf of the environment. Together, they made amazing progress to improve laws that today help protect the quality and quantity of Connecticut’s precious water resources and the life they support.” More about PRWC, this award and the upcoming Annual Benefit can be found on the PRWC website at www.pomperaug.org or by contacting PRWC at (203) 263-0076.
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4 Gambrels Renovated Bridgewater 1940’s Colonial. 4 bedrooms + guest house/barn/studio. Glamorous sun room with heated bluestone floors and floor to ceiling windows. Spectacular property w/perennial plantings. Huge bluestone terrace with fire pit overlooks stream. Open flat land and fields. New Listing $895,000
Washington Mid-Century Top location on 2+/- acres. Living room with vaulted ceilings and fireplace opens to wrap around deck. 4 bedrooms including main floor master. 2 car garage and whole house generator. Bring your creativity.
Top Washington Location 7,000+/- sq.ft. with every amenity on one of the most beautiful streets in town. Top-of-the-line kitchen opens to family room with bar. Spectacular master suite. 2.000 sq.ft. entertaining barn and guest apartment. Salt water pool/ Jacuzzii outdoor fireplace on 34+/- acres. New Price $3,650,000
Tennis Anyone? 3 bedroom main house + guest apt. Bluestone terrace wraps the back of 34+/- acres overlooking gorgeous landscaping and pond. Scott pool and Hard Tru tennis court. Possibility for development/conservation easements. Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, beadboard paneling, stone fireplace and screened porch. New Price $1,245,000
Completely Renovated 3 bedroom Cape on quiet Washington road. New kitchen, baths, hardware, lighting, roof, HVAC and hot water heater. Refinished wood floors, new tile in laundry/pantry room. Located on 5+/- level, newly cleared private acres. Absolutely turn-key! New Price $595,000
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