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BOLTON BULLETIN
February 5, 2021
From the Assessor’s Office
Bentley Memorial Library
Senior & Social Services
Recreation Department
Other Events and Information
Calendar
All Town Offices and Bentley Memorial Library will be
CLOSED, Monday, February 15th
in observance of President’s Day.
There will be NO DELAY in trash/recycle pick-up
the week of President’s Day.
PROGRAM OF THE MONTH
CHOCOLATE AND TEA PAIRINGS…
Thursday, Feb. 11 6:30-7:15
This fun, educational program highlights the history and
varieties of chocolate and great tea pairings. You'll also learn
how to make chocolate bark! Kim Larkin of Klassic Kreations
will share her experience as a chocolatier and discuss how to brew a proper
cuppa tea. You'll receive the bark recipe, recommended teas, and a
Zoom link upon registration.
Try your hand at making bark before the program, then share how it went
for you. Kim will answer questions and offer suggestions based on your
experience. Call Bentley Memorial Library at 860 646-7349 or email
bmlreference@biblio.org to register.
This joint program is offered by Bentley Memorial Library, Bolton Senior
Center and Social Services, and Bolton Recreation Department.
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February 5, 2021
FROM THE ASSESSOR’S OFFICE
EXEMPTION NOTICE
A variety of exemptions and tax benefits are available to reduce
property tax obligations for certain qualified taxpayers.
Homeowners over the age of 65 or persons over the age of 18 and
who are totally disabled thru Social Security are eligible for an income based benefit
program. The application dates are February 1st to May 15th. The income limit for a
married couple is $45,800 and for a single person, the limit is $37,600.
Blind persons, veterans, disabled veterans, surviving spouses or widows of qualified
veterans and Social Security qualified disabled persons are eligible for exemptions.
Applications for these exemptions are taken from Feb 1 thru October 1st. Anyone
who has already applied for these exemptions need not reapply. Only the income
based programs need to be applied for every two years.
The programs that require income proof will need a copy of the IRS tax return filed
for the last calendar year, if one was filed, as well as statements of Social Security
or any other tax exempt income that was received, along with the application.
The basic qualifications for most additional local income based exemptions include:
receiving the initial corresponding State exemption, have CT residency, have title
ownership and reside at the real estate property (if the exemption will be applied to
real estate) as of the October 1st assessment date.
Due to COVID restrictions currently in place at Town Hall, further information on
applying will be available soon.
If you believe you may be eligible or would like further information regarding these
exemptions, please call the Assessor’s office at 860-623-8878.
BOLTON BULLETIN
February 5, 2021
BENTLEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Click here to read the latest Bentley Books and Bits
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All programs are open to residents and nonresidents and are free of charge unless
otherwise noted.
Sorry, there are no in-person programs at this time.
To register, call 860-646-7349 or email bmlreference@biblio.org
IT’S TAKE YOUR LIBRARY TO YOUR CHILD DAY!
STORYTIME WITH RILEY
Saturday, February 6th 11:00 to 11:30 am.
Join us for storytime with Riley, Bentley's unofficial mascot. We'll have a
companion Take & Make bookmark craft kit for each child registered.
Contact us to register, set a time to pick up your Take & Make kit and for the Zoom link.
We have picture books about going to the library. Request one or more when
registering.
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CHILDREN’S ZOOM STORYTIME & CRAFT
Thursdays, Feb. 11, 18, 25, 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. (New Time!)
Join us for stories followed by a craft demonstration by Miss Trish.
Ideal for ages 8 and under. This month's theme is friendship. Bolton
residents and nonresidents welcome. Register and receive the Zoom link, activity
sheet and craft activity instructions.
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ADULTING 101: FINANCIAL LITERACY
Thursday, Feb. 18, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
What is one key to living a successful adult life? Understanding how to
manage your finances. This often overlooked life skill is covered by
speaker Patrina Dixon, owner of P. Dixon Consulting. She is a personal finance
expert, international speaker, award-winning author, and advocate for financial literacy.
Patrina will engage and educate as she covers the importance of credit, budgeting,
saving, and so much more. This is the first in a series of Adulting 101 programs and is
open to high school and college-aged students only. Contact us to register and for
the Zoom link.
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February 5, 2021
ADULT BOOK ZOOM DISCUSSION: “SAVING CEECEE HONEYCUTT”
Monday, February 22nd - 7:00 p.m.: “New day and date!
This month's discussion will be led by our own Trish Brudz. We'll be
reading "Saving CeeCee Honeycutt," by Beth Hoffman. Set in the
1960s, we'll follow 12-year-old CeeCee Honeycutt on her unexpected journey to
Savannah. It is a funny and touching story with rich characters who demonstrate
the strength of female friendship. Join us for a lively discussion. We'll end the
night talking about genres and themes for our next book choice. Register to receive
the Zoom link.
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PAJAMA STORYTIME
Thursday, Feb. 25TH, 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Get in your cozy pajamas and hunker down in a comfy spot for
Pajama Storytime. We will feature winter stories. Bolton residents
and nonresidents welcome. Register and receive the Zoom link.
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SENIOR & SOCIAL SERVICES
Click here to read the latest issue of Prime Time: Online
ENERGY ASSISTANCE
Need help with winter heating costs? Energy assistance is
available for all fuel types. Contact ACCESS at 860-450-7400 for
an over-the-phone appointment. They will mail a list of the
required documentation to you to complete by email, fax, mail
Or drop box. Need more information or assistance? Call Bolton Social Services at
860-647-9196.
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February 5, 2021
COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
Covid-19 Vaccine Information
Updated February 2, 2021
Vaccine appointments are currently available for individuals age 75
and older only. Other groups will be added soon.
How to schedule an appointment:
1. Go to the website ct.gov/covidvaccine and click on “Individuals 75 and older.”
There is a box that says “If you are eligible, find a vaccination site.” Enter your zip
code and press go. This will bring you to 211ct.org and a list of local clinics by
distance from your zip code. Each site explains how to register with them. Some
sites are drive-through and others are indoors.
Note: Some sites have phone registration available but many are strictly through
their own system or through VAMS. See the additional information about VAMS for
a more detailed description of have to navigate this system.
2. If you need to schedule an appointment by phone only the telephone number is
877-918-2224. The phone line is open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call
volumes are high and you may need to request a call back. United Way recently
trained additional staff to help with these calls so the wait time has been reduced.
Please be patient.
3. If you would like to be placed on an on-call list, please call the Senior Center at
860-647-9196 and provide your name and phone number. Eastern Highlands
Health District will be notifying us of any last minute availability at their Mansfield
clinic. If you choose to be on this on-call list, you need to be willing and able to
get to Mansfield with as little as 30 minutes notice and must have access to your
email on a device like a cell phone or tablet.
Other Considerations
• Additional appointments will be added very soon so please be patient.
• You will be asked for your name, address, phone number, date of birth and
insurance information.
• Insurance is only collected to bill the provider, there is NO cost to you.
• You will NOT be asked any financial information. If asked for this, HANG UP, it
is a scam.
• If you need transportation, call Bolton Senior Center at 860-647-9196 as soon as
you schedule your appointment.
• For frequently asked questions go to: https://portal.ct.gov/coronavirus/covid-
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February 5, 2021
All about the Vaccine Administration Management System, or VAMS
VAMS stands for Vaccine Administration Management System. It is a scheduling
tool for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. The system may be a bit challenging to
navigate at first – but with some support, most people are able to find and
schedule an appointment through VAMS.
The process
1. Fill out this form
First, you should know that this form does not automatically register you in VAMS.
This form lets the Department of Public health know you are interested in creating
an account in VAMS. If you are currently eligible to receive vaccine, you should
receive an email from VAMS to complete your registration within 12 hours.
NOTE: You need to have an email address for just you. If you try to enter an email
address that you share with a spouse, the system will know the email address has
already been used. Please do not use a relative’s email either, as they will not be
able to use it once they go to register. Enter your email address in all lower case
letters.
2. Check your email, and create your account.
Check your email for an email from no-reply@mail.vams.cdc.gov. Click on the link
in the email and create your account. You will be prompted to retrieve a code that
will be emailed to you. You will need to create a password – store this in a safe
place.
A note about passwords: The “forgot password” link on the login page can only be
used if you have created a password as part of your VAMS registration.
3. Complete your VAMS registration.
The first question that will be asked in VAMS is “Have you already registered as a
vaccine recipient with VAMS?” The answer to this question is “No.” This is critical
or you will have difficulty continuing correctly.
Questions with a red asterisk are mandatory. Insurance information does not need
to be entered. All information will be secure and will stored safely.
You will be prompted to share some additional information about yourself. Know
that all information will be secure and will stored safely.
NOTE: In order for VAMS to recognize your option chosen for Race, click on your
choice in the box on the left and click the right pointing arrow to move your choice
to the box on the right.
At one point you will be emailed an authorization code as a security measure.
Please be aware this code is only active for one hour.
4. Schedule your appointment at your chosen vaccine clinicBOLTON BULLETIN
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You will use your zip code to search for clinics near you in VAMS. The system will
automatically search for clinics within a 10-mile radius of your zip code. However,
you may choose up to 100 miles from the dropdown menu. Choosing a larger
search area may result in more clinic locations in your search results. You may
need to check multiple clinic locations in order to find an available appointment.
Find a slot that works for you, and book your appointment.
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AARP TAX AIDE
Bolton Senior Center is happy to host the AARP FREE Tax Preparation
Program. However, please note that all appointments will be
contact-less this year. To schedule an appointment, please call
Bolton Senior Center at 860-647-9196. We are scheduling
appointments now for March. Staff will assist you in scheduling an appointment
date. All intake forms and instructions will be mailed to you and you will be given
specific drop-off instructions. You will need to be available by telephone on the
morning of your appointment. Strict precautions will be in place to assure all
documents remain secure and confidential and you will review and approve your
return before it is submitted. For more information or to schedule call 860-647-
9196.
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BOLTON FOOD PANTRY IS HERE TO HELP
The Bolton Food Pantry is located in the Bolton Senior Center and is
open to residents of all ages. We have a variety of non-perishable
food, toiletries, cleaners and paper goods available. Call 860-647-
9196 or email socialservices@boltonct.org to sign up or to request
specific items for pick-up or delivery. Currently pick-up is available Tuesdays and
Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Want another food resource? Visit St. George’s Food Share, every other Monday
from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. No registration required.
Here are the upcoming 2021 Bolton Mobile Food Share Dates:
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Tuesday, March 2, 16, 30, 2021
Tuesday, April 13 & 27, 2021
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February 5, 2021
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Click here to access the Recreation Department website
FEBRUARY 12, 2021 – NO SCHOOL!
Join the Bolton Recreation Department on your Professional
Development day off from school for some winter fun. Due to COVID
continued efforts will be taken to ensure the safety of all including
but not necessarily limited to; screening upon arrival to program,
mask wearing by all, minimum of 6ft spacing during crafts and activities, limited
registration spaces etc. For detailed information and to register please go to the
Bolton Recreation Department Webpage.
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TAKE HOME BIRDHOUSES AND BIRDFEEDER KIT
February is national Bird Feeding Month! The middle of the winter is
hard for a lot of birds; food is dwindling and it is cold! Feed a birdie
this month with your very own pinecone bird feeder and bird house!
We will provide two bird feeders, 2 pinecones, and some Pinecone
bird feeder recipes for your family to enjoy! Register by the 25th to sign up for the
kit. Contactless pick up will be scheduled at the town hall during the first week of
the month, with a sign up that will go out to all registrants prior to the week of
pick up.
Register online by clicking here and we will email you to coordinate a contactless
pick up for you to receive your kit! Cost: $10 for a kit with two birdhouses and two
pinecones
Limited supply: first come, first serve!
FEBRUARY FAMILY FUN KITS
Looking for a fun and inexpensive way to spend some quality time
with your family this year? Look no further- Bolton Recreation
Department is doing monthly Family Fun Kits, which include 4
seasonally themed weekly activities for the whole family to enjoy
at home! Register by the 25th to sign up for the next month’s kit. Contactless pick
up will be scheduled at the town hall during the first week of the month, with a
sign up that will go out to all registrants prior to the week of pick up.
Week 1: Seasonal Recipe: Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Week 2: Winter Scavenger Hunt
Week 3: Craft for the whole family: Color Me Bears
Week 4: Stem/ Science Activity: Geometric Hearts
Register through the Recreation Department online.BOLTON BULLETIN
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OTHER EVENTS AND INFORMATION
BOLTON CONSERVATION COMMISSION - 20TH ANNUAL FREE TOWN-WIDE PHOTO
CONTEST
Submission Deadline is May 10th!
We welcome images that celebrate Bolton’s unique environment
and natural beauty!
Photograph a colorful morning sunrise or an evening sunset
Over Bolton Lake. Look for birds or other wildlife to
photograph while enjoying a hike through Bolton’s Freja or Herrick Park.
Take a photo overlooking the valley from Bolton’s Heritage Farm. Share a
photo of your most effective energy saving idea or any active farming or
gardening in town. Bolton offers so many beautiful places and opportunities
to capture an image. All it takes is getting out there to find it!
See complete flyer for more information and contest rules here.
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BOLTON MOBILE FOODSHARE
The Bolton Mobile Foodshare will be held from 10:00 to 10:30 AM at
St. George’s Episcopal Church, 1150 Boston Turnpike, Bolton,
CT. This is an outdoor food distribution that assists families in
need.
Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Tuesday, March 2, 16, 30, 2021
Tuesday, April 13 & 27, 2021
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GRAB N’ GO MEALS
All children, 18 years or younger, are eligible to receive one breakfast
and one lunch daily for free through a federally mandated benefit that
will be in effect until June 30, 2021 or unless funds are exhausted
sooner by the United States Department of Agriculture. This benefit
applies to children in school, remote learning students, and ANY child,
18 years or younger. In addition, Grab N’ Go meals will be available for pickup at
the Bolton Center School loading dock on Tuesdays (3 days) and Fridays (4 days)
between 8:00 – 8:30 AM. Please see the attached flyer to place your pick up order
request and for more information: Bolton Grab n' Go Meals Flyer 10-19-2020.pdf.
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February 5, 2021
CALENDAR
February 9th Bentley Memorial Library Board – 4:00 p.m.
10th Planning and Zoning Commission - 7:30 p.m.
11th Board of Education – 6:30 p.m.
15th All Town Offices and Bentley Memorial Library will be
CLOSED in Observance of President’s Day.
There will be NO DELAY in Trash/Recycle pick-up.
18th Board of Finance – 7:15 p.m.
18th Charter Revision – 7:00 p.m.
22nd Fire Commission – 7:00 p.m.
23rd Inland Wetlands Commission – 7:00 p.m.
All agendas and minutes are posted on the Town’s website at:
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