The Middletown Press (Middletown, CT)
Author to explore ‘off-kilter’ state lore
EAST HAMPTON — The Chatham Historical Society and East Hampton Library are co-sponsoring a talk by history writer Zachary Lamothe next month.
He will tell stories from his book “Connecticut Lore: Strange, Off-Kilter & Full of Surprises.” The talk is part of the Cabin Fever Winter History program.
“Connecticut Lore” is an offbeat travel guide to more than 58 unusual and out-ofthe-way places, according to a news release. Attendees will learn the history of Connecticut through tales of legends, folklore and personal anecdotes, and discover the truth about the abandoned Holy Land, Moodus resorts and other places.
Lamothe has discovered that Connecticut is “full of surprises” and worth investigating, whether one is a local or an out-of-towner, the release continued.
“Nooks and crannies are inhabited by ghost towns,
“Connecticut Lore” is an offbeat travel guide to more than 58 unusual and out-of-the-way places.
large man-beasts and inbred creatures with oblong heads. Folk artists who created religious sanctuaries out of trash are just some of the oddities you will see,” according to author and retired reading teacher Marty Podskoch.
“Visit abandoned Norwich State Hospital and Daniel’s Village, hear stories of demonic possessions, and discover the mysteries of Plum Island and the lore of pirate treasure and witchcraft,” his statement said.
Lamothe, a Norwich native, has also written “More Connecticut Lore: Guidebook to 82 Strange Locations.”
His books will be available for sale and signing during the event.
Lamothe has always been intrigued by local lore and history, according to the release. He lives in the Boston area and enjoys the Red Sox, music and exploring the world around him.
The event, which takes place Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. at the East Hampton Library Community Room at 105 Main St., is free and open to the public. Seating is limited to 80. Pre-register by calling 860-267-6621. Refreshments will be served and goodwill donations accepted.
For information, contact Podskoch at 860-267-2442 or podskoch@comcast.net. Visit chat ham historical ct org, easthamptonrec.com or easthamptonct.gov, or call 860-267-6621 for details.