Berta Andrulis Mette- Executive Director

Berta has served as Executive Director of the Litchfield Community Center since 2000, and prior to this was involved in the creation of our founding non-profit organization and the construction of the facilities, while serving as President of the Board of Directors of Meetinghouse, Inc. Berta is also involved in many volunteer activities as well as a member of several local organization’s Board of Directors. These commitments magnify her heartfelt intention to make our community and Northwest CT welcoming and beneficial for all. She also enjoys a variety of other fun pursuits including; gardening, travel, attending theater and musical programs, participating in running events, cheering for the Red Sox, walking in the woods, loving her dog and photography. Berta’s greatest joy is spending time with her great family and wonderful friends, while sharing in the enjoyment of all that life and her faith offers. She is grateful for the many ways the Community Center and its patrons have enriched her life!

Cheryl Mendez Administrative Assistant

Cheryl has been with the Community Center since 2004 and has been a key staff member who has contributed to the wonderful growth and success of the Center. Reminiscing on how her two children grew up at the Center, they came after school to do homework until the work day ended and attended the many wonderful programs for kids over the years. Isabella retired after 10 years as a professional ballet dancer with Orlando Ballet, and is now Digital Marketing Manager for the Ballet and was married in Nov. 2021. Alex graduated from Springfield College in 2020 and recently moved to AZ, currently working as an advisor at an import car service. "It feels like forever ago, yet at the same time, it feels like yesterday"

Noah Weik - Program & Activities Coordinator for Youth, Teens & Family

Noah Weik graduated from Rhode Island College in 2024 with a degree in Secondary Education. He brings valuable experience in educational leadership, program management, staff supervision, and program implementation. During his time at RIC, Noah worked in various inner-city schools, developed programs for new students as an Admissions Ambassador, and served as Program Director at a popular local summer camp. Outside his professional endeavors, Noah enjoys playing golf, engaging in health and fitness activities, and watching sports with friends. Noah is thrilled to be part of such a remarkable organization and is eager to make a positive impact on the community. The Center can count on his dedication and enthusiasm as he contributes to its mission and goals. Feel free to reach out to Noah at The Center anytime!

Erin Vazquez - Program & Activities Coordinator for Adults & Family

Erin is the Program & Activity Coordinator for Adults and Family, with a personal mission to create opportunities that support a high quality of life for everyone that walks into The Center. Erin brings with her over a decade experience in supporting academic success for students with special needs and immigrant families within the West Hartford and New Britain schools and communities, as well as coaching children in music, theater, and dance arts through after-school programs and studios. Erin enjoys crafting, Tiny Houses and sustainable living, powwows, singing around campfires with her acoustic guitar, and collaborating in songwriting and audio production for music in TV & film. You might also find her slinging tacos with her family at the front window of her own Food Truck, “La Guera” or even busting out Cumbia dance moves while waiting in line at a local Coffee Shop, especially where she resides, in Thomaston. She loves a good cup of coffee, day or night! Her greatest joys of all though, are her two sons, Eli and Remmy.

Jennifer Purdie - Administrative & Program Assistant

Before joining the Community Center, Jenn was a seasoned professional with extensive experience in specialized loan servicing, having worked for several years at Wells Fargo. In addition to a background in financial services, Jenn has also worked in the manufacturing and telecommunications industries. She studied Public Health at Southern Connecticut State University. Outside of the Center, Jenn enjoys hiking with their pup, Draco, and embarking on adventure motorcycle rides with her husband, Lenny.

Rob Andrulis Building and Property Maintenance

Prior to joining the Center staff, Rob was employed at Litchfield High School as a paraprofessional working with special needs students and prior to that, he ran a contracting business in Litchfield. Outside of the Center, he is the head coach of the boys’ soccer team at the Forman School in Litchfield. He is also an Regional Director of NO.1 Soccer Camps with sites across the country and serves as the Region 1 New England High School All Region All American Chairperson for The United Soccer Coaches Association. Rob resides in Northfield with his wife Clare, son Keegan and daughter Madeleine. His oldest daughter Katie and his three granddaughters reside in Watertown CT. Rob's hobbies include cooking, spending time with family, coaching young student athletes and playing golf.

Quinn Stickney Program & Activity Assistant

Quinn Stickney is the Student Assistant at the Community Center. Quinn lives in Litchfield with her mother, father and three cats. She attends Lakeview High School where she is a member of the Cross Country team, the Technology Student Association, Student Council, National Honor Society and Book Club. She is an Associate Editor for the Region 20 Review and a writer for the Litchfield BZ. Her dream is to one day attend law school and become a lawyer.