Haddam Firefighter Tom Carlson Lost All in a Fire; Here's How to Help

Post from Haddam Volunteer Fire Company:

Last October, Tom Carlson, longtime Higganum resident and Life Member of the Haddam Volunteer Fire Company, lost his Candlewood Hill Road home and all his possessions to a fire.

Tom is the man responsible for putting Christmas lights on the tree at the Town Green for the last 38 years. Many of the lights were saved the fire, so Tom and his son Scott didn’t hesitate to keep this proud tradition alive.

As a volunteer firefighter, Tom has given countless hours to help our community. It’s time for his community to do the same for him.

The HVFCo. Auxiliary and Firefighters are hosting a fundraising dinner to help Tom rebuild his life.

WHAT: Benefit Dinner for Tom Carlson
WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 18
WHERE: HVFCo. Station 1, 439 Saybrook Rd., Higganum
TICKETS: $20 Adults, $15 Children 12 and under

The meal will include a full chicken and pasta dinner, homemade dessert and beverages. Tickets may be purchased from Alice Zanelli at the Haddam Town Hall, at the Auxiliary’s Easter Flower Sale on April 2 and 3 in the Village Plaza, at Terri’s Package Store, Higganum Wine & Spirits, Tony’s Package Store or by contacting Elaine Jackson at (860) 345-7755 or Candy Veazie at (860) 345-3696.

Proceeds from the event go directly to Tom.

If you are unable to make the event but would still like to donate, please make checks payable to Tom Carlson and mail to the HVFCo. Auxiliary, P.O. Box 471, Higganum, CT 06441.