Narang wins title at Pinewoods Racquet Club

TORRINGTON — Torrington resident Gurbaaz Narang was a winner at a USTA Junior Tennis Tournament, held recently at Pinewoods Health and Racquet Club. Narang won the Boy's 12 and Under Singles Division in a huge draw of 14 boys.

Narang won four matches on the way to the championship, all in straight sets. In the first round he defeated the Vallab Kumar, 6-2, 6-1, then in the quarterfinals he bested New York City's Eli Senor, 6-0, 6-0. In the last two rounds he beat the number two seed, Westport's Benjamin Lublinsky, 6-0, 6-2 in the semifinals, and then squeezed past the top seed, Fairfield's Hudson Schunk, 6-4, 6-4 in the finals.

Pinewoods has a number of junior and adult tournaments coming up this fall and winter. Call 860-482-9424 for more information.

Volunteers needed for wellness coalition

BURLINGTON – The Region 10 Community Wellness Coalition is currently seeking volunteers who are interested in raising awareness of the coalition and assisting with monthly duties and special events/fundraising. Volunteers can participate in monthly meetings or on a flexible as needed basis.

“We are looking for diverse mix of community member volunteers who have the following skills: accounting and finance, meeting facilitation, scheduling and logistics, a passion for community-driven projects, and knowledge of or interest in youth engagement, substance use, prevention, mental health, positive psychology, community engagement and wellness,” said Julia Merchant, the coalition coordinator, in a statement.

All Interested parties are encouraged to apply. Specific sectors that support is needed from include local businesses, youth coaches and mentors, civic/volunteer groups, religious organizations, law enforcement/government, parents & caretakers, and media.

For more information about becoming a volunteer, contact Julia Merchant, BFA - Prevention Facilitator at McCall Center for Behavioral Health, at 860496-2139 or Julia.Merchant@mccallcenterct.org.

The Region 10 Community Wellness Coalition was established in 2010 by a group of concerned community members to address underage drinking and its associated risk factors within the towns of Harwinton and Burlington. The coalition continues to be an asset to the community with strong support from the Region 10 School District administration and the First Selectmen of both towns. Since our start, the Coalition has grown and been awarded a grant through the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, allowing for a full-time Prevention Coordinator through the McCall Center for Behavioral Health, and a Youth Advocate. The Region 10 Community Wellness Coalition works to reduce youth substance use in the towns of Harwinton and Burlington by fostering positive environmental change shaped by community members themselves.

Christmastime in Torrington is planning events

TORRINGTON – Mayor Carbone recently announced the Christmastime in Torrington, Your Home for the Holidays Group is once again planning events for the upcoming holidays.

Last year the group recognized an opportunity to promote Torrington during the holiday season. A calendar was published and available throughout the City in businesses and restaurants so visitors and residents alike would know what events were taking place each day from Thanksgiving to New Year’s.

This year the group is launching the official website, ChristmastimeinTorrington.org, where residents will find all the holiday happenings as well as information about Christmas Village, and a guide to local businesses. The website’s interactive calendar will allow businesses and organizations to submit information regarding their activities. In this time of COVID pandemic uncertainty, posting directly to the calendar will keep visitors and residents current on special events and festivities taking place throughout the season.

More holiday decorations, lights and events on Main Street are planned. Businesses on Main and the surrounding area will be adorning their windows with holiday display.

“Christmastime in Torrington’s goal to create community collaboration among residents, businesses and the City to celebrate the season continues. Positive feedback from last year’s decorations and events has motivated the group to be more creative this year to provide safe activities for all to enjoy during the COVID pandemic. Once again we will be dressed for the holidays and open for business,” Carbone said.

Litchfield Community Center receives funding

LITCHFIELD — The Litchfield Community Center received $500 from the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal through its Vicariate Outreach Program.

The funding will help The Litchfield Community Center continue its mission to provide a comfortable environment that encourages creative, intellectual and recreational pursuits to reflect the interests and needs of the community.

“We are grateful for the continuing support of the Vicariate Outreach Program. Together we are able to do good deeds for the community,” said Berta Mette Andrulis, Executive Director.

For more information about The Litchfield Community Center and its efforts, visit www.thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302 or email litchfieldcommunitycenter@gmail.com