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      Preparing for the Nutcracker

      Andrea Frost and Jane Schutte
      December 12, 2013

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      MLK commemoration |8:15 a.m.| Outside the social s MLK commemoration |8:15 a.m.| Outside the social studies offices on the second floor, Staples hallway celebrates Martin Luther King day with an inspirational bulletin board. The second bulletin board is covered with news paper stories from 2020 recognizing the years biggest events. Photo by Remy Teltser ’21
      Barnes and Noble |2:35 p.m.| Barnes and Noble plan Barnes and Noble |2:35 p.m.| Barnes and Noble plans to open their new location in downtown Westport on Feb 24. The new location is taking over the former Restoration Hardware site. In the meantime, people can utilize both the Milford and Stamford locations until the Westport location opens. Photo by Brooke Dembin ‘22.
      Capuli |12:04 p.m.| A new restaurant named Capuli Capuli |12:04 p.m.| A new restaurant named Capuli is coming to Westport. It moved into the old location of Westport Pizza on post road in downtown Westport. The restaurant serves Mediterranean food and they plan to have pizza that’s more unique than the remainder of pizzerias in Westport. There is no exact date for when they will be opening but they are coming soon! Photos by Tori Wilson ’22
      Classroom material carts |3:30 p.m.| Many teachers Classroom material carts |3:30 p.m.| Many teachers across all grades and subjects have begun putting materials for their students on carts in the lobby of school. Pictured: AP environmental teacher Celia Duffy’s box of seeds for students to pick up before class for a lab. This ensures limited contact between teachers and students. Photos by Theresa Vandis ‘22
      Staples track |3:30p.m.| the Staples indoor track Staples track |3:30p.m.| the Staples indoor track team has been having preseason for the past couple weeks in order to prepare for the upcoming season. Athletes are in small groups, run mostly outside and are required to wear masks when inside in order to abide by the COVID-19 winter sports regulations. Photos by Emily Goldstein ’23
      Basso |3:32 p.m.| New restaurant recently opened i Basso |3:32 p.m.| New restaurant recently opened in downtown Westport in replace of sushi restaurant Matsu sushi. Basso serves Spanish cuisine including tapas while also serving wood fired pizzas. Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Photo by Charley Guthartz ‘22
      Next Year’s Courses |9:07 a.m.| Late yesterday, Next Year’s Courses |9:07 a.m.| Late yesterday, Staples principal Stafford W. Thomas, Jr. provided students with information on the all-new Program of Studies for next year’s classes. Additionally, it was also announced that course recommendations for the 2021-22 school year will be sent out on Feb. 8 along with several different dates for all Staples students’ pre-registration and appointments with counselors. Photos by Finnegan Courtney ‘23
      FHCC practice |2:27 p.m.| The Field Hockey Club of FHCC practice |2:27 p.m.| The Field Hockey Club of Connecticut (FHCC) practices twice a week at Insports Centers in Trumbull, Connecticut. Players are placed in groups of four in order to abide by the COVID-19 regulations. Before entering the facility, every player must fill out a symptoms form. Photo by Maya Reiner ’21
      Lot B Longshore |8.00p.m.| The Staples Community i Lot B Longshore |8.00p.m.| The Staples Community is mourning the loss of Senior Timari Rivera, who peacefully passed away over Sunday night. To celebrate and honor Timari’s life, friends of Timari gathered with flowers and candles and shared memories they will hold close to their hearts forever. Timari will always be remembered and loved by all of his peers and he will be dearly missed. He had a huge heart and was a hard worker with big dreams. We will miss you Timari. Fly high❤️🕊
      Student Household |3:20p.m.| A New Years Eve tradi Student Household |3:20p.m.| A New Years Eve tradition of eating 12 grapes representing each month of the year, and making different wishes for each one. Photo by Prasaus Yeager ’22
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      The Porch at Christie’s |3:23 p.m.| The new rest The Porch at Christie’s |3:23 p.m.| The new restaurant will open in the spring of 2021 and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located at 161 Cross Highway, this venue was once home to Christie’s Country Store and then Chef’s Table, but recently purchased by Andrea and Bill Pecoriello. The Pecoriello’s are also owners of Sweet P Bakery. A non- profit organization with the purpose of training and hiring adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sweet P Bakery will provide baked goods and employees to The Porch at Christie’s. Photo by Ella Alpert ’22
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      The Gillespie Center |6:35 p.m.| Staples families The Gillespie Center |6:35 p.m.| Staples families are donating food to the Gillespie Center over the winter holidays now that they are not allowing the serving of dinner due to COVID. The center is taking phone calls to advice families on what they need most right now for the holidays. Photo by Emily Goldstein ’23
      Replacing carpet |1:04 p.m. |This week, the carpet Replacing carpet |1:04 p.m. |This week, the carpet of the library was replaced. Construction is scheduled to finish before next week. This week, students who were scheduled to go to the library for their free period were required to stay in another location, such as the cafeteria. Photo by Andreas Lolis ’21.
      First night of Hanukkah |6:38 p.m.| The first nigh First night of Hanukkah |6:38 p.m.| The first night of Hanukkah began tonight, December 10. Hanukkah lasts for eight days. People celebrate by playing dreidel and eating potato latkes. Hanukkah is also known as the festival of light. Happy Hanukkah to those celebrating. Photo by Maya Reiner ’21
      Mexica |1:10 p.m.| New Mexican restaurant named Me Mexica |1:10 p.m.| New Mexican restaurant named Mexica opened yesterday. It is located at 221 Post Road W. It took over the location of past restaurant Señor Salsa. The menu includes over 40 choices including a variety of dishes such as Nachos, Tacos and Quesadillas. Photo by Tori Wilson ’22
      Main Street |12:13 p.m.| A new clothing brand is m Main Street |12:13 p.m.| A new clothing brand is making its debut neighboring popular eatery; GG & Joe’s. Jamby’s is a locally owned business mainly selling boxers with pockets. They sell a large variety of comfortable house outfits for all genders. Photo taken by Ruby Tarshis ‘23
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