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Time to hit the Assabet River Rail trail By Joyce DeWallace Contributing Writer

Taking a break on their spring morning bike ride are Assabet River Rail Trail regulars Eugenio Depac of Marlborough and Jose Ardon of Worcester.

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Marlborough - The Assabet River Rail Trail (ARRT) is a great place for hikers, bicyclists, skate boarders, rollerbladers, kids’ scooters and anything else that moves easily on a paved, well-marked surface. The trail begins in Marlborough very inauspiciously near 273 Lincoln St. just one block from downtown and is paved through Hudson for a total of 5.8 miles. Better parking and access are available near Kelleher Field off Jefferson Street. The Assabet River Rail Trail, Inc., is the nonprofit which was organized for the purpose of advocating for the trail and now oversees the trail using the abandoned rail bed of the former Marlborough Branch Railroad, which was active between 1853 and 1980. According to Tom Kelleher, the group’s president, the project was initiated in the late 1990s and the first small segment was started in 2001. The Hudson and Marlborough sec-

tions were completed in 2005. The Maynard and Acton sections are in a more natural state, but the contract for the necessary work to improve the trail should be awarded this summer,” he said. “All that will remain is the unresolved link of 3.8 miles through Stow, which is a gap right now.” Because the property along this segment is private, he

added, the ARRT is considering a detour around Stow by going through the Assabet River National Wildlife refuge. Rail trails can now be found winding through dozens of communities in eastern and central Massachusetts, reminders of a time when the railroad was the chief mode of commercial transporta-

tion. The trails provide many benefits in addition to recreation, including community building, nature conservation, and encouraging alternative modes of transportation such as commuting by bike. Trails offer a safe off-road opportunity for all ages and abilities to enjoy the outdoors and engage in these healthful activities. Among those who sparked the idea of transforming this abandoned rail line are Michelle Ciccolo, the former Hudson town planner, and Marlborough resident Duncan Power, a railroad history buff. Kelleher became involved in 1999 when he volunteered to build their website. He has been president since 2001. “We meet every month and talk about what’s going on - construction projects, assigning dates for cleanups, planning participation in community affairs, working on the website, Facebook page and blog sites,” he said. “Once we even had a highway billboard! We built all the in-

formational kiosks ourselves with a group of 5 to 10 people. …We also maintain and renovate the caboose parked along the trail in Hudson.” Rosemarie Boyd of Shrewsbury recently walked part of the trail in Marlborough for the first time. “This is an easy, flat, beautiful trail for a novice walker like myself,” she commented. “I was surprised at how far I was able to walk. I loved it and hope to try out more sections in the future.” Jose Ardon of Worcester rides his bike ride on the trail. “I come here a lot to ride my bike,” he said. “My ride today was almost 25 miles, and I use the trail as a shortcut through Hudson to get back to Marlborough.” “I think the most interesting thing to me was building a trail, something concrete to be used by people for years,” Kelleher said. “Essentially an abandoned railroad track has been turned in to something for the people of these Trail page 4

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Protect yourself from Lyme disease By Lauren B. Schiffman

he Massachusetts Depar tment of P ublic Health (Mass. DPH) says that in 2014 there were more than 3,800 cases of Lyme disease reported and nearly 1,800 probable cases. It also indicated that â&#x20AC;&#x153;the highest incidence rates were among children aged 5-9 years and adults aged 65-74 years. The majority of cases had onsets in June, July, and August.â&#x20AC;? Lyme disease is contracted when an infected deer tick, which is about the size of a sesame seed, attaches itself to a host. So how do we enjoy the great outdoors while also taking the proper precautions against tick-borne illness? Here are a few ways to safeguard yourself and your family: -When outdoors, stay on marked paths and try to avoid high brush. Ticks thrive in wooded, grassy areas. -If you have a pet with

you, keep the pet on the path, and consider giving your pet monthly flea and tick prevention treatments. Talk to your vet about the best options for your furry friend. -Wear protective clothing. Lightly-colored pants and long-sleeved shirts are helpful in identifying ticks that may have latched on. Tuck pants into socks to minimize the amount of exposed skin. -Use a repellant that contains at least 20 percent DEET, which provides the most effective protection against insects. (Other repellants may be effective in protecting against mosquitos â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but not against ticks.) Parents: be sure that you properly apply the DEET to your kids, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get it in their eyes, mouth or on their hands. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poisonous if swallowed. It is recommended that when applying DEET to children, parents wear gloves, spray the gloves with DEET and carefully pat it on the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skin. -After going inside from the outdoors, check everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

clothing as well their bodies for ticks. Pay special attention to parts of the body where ticks like to latch. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says the following areas are especially susceptible: â&#x20AC;&#x153;under the arms, in and around the ears, inside the belly button, back of the knees, in and around all head and body hair, between the legs (the groin, and) around the waist.â&#x20AC;? -Put clothing in a hot dryer for about an hour to kill any ticks that have attached themselves. What happens if you find a tick? Remove it as quickly as possible. First, clean your hands as well as the bite site. Then, take a fine-tipped tweezer, grab hold of the tick â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as close to the skin as possible and pull it slowly and directly out. Otherwise, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll run the risk of leaving part of the tick in the skin. Call your physician to let her know that you or a family member have been bitten. That way, the information will be in your medical record and

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Ten ways to volunteer for the Community Harvest Project By Jane Keller Gordon Contributing Writer Grafton - You can join the fight against hunger in Worcester Country by volunteering at the Community Harvest Project (CHP) at its North Grafton location. Last year, thanks to the work of nearly 11,000 volunteers, the CHP grew and distributed almost 260,000 pounds of fruits and vegetables. That translated to approximately 1.2 million servings of produce. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(Almost 11 percent) of Worcester County, over 87,000 of our neighbors, are food insecure,â&#x20AC;? Jodi Koeman, CHPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executive director, said. In 2015, the CHP made donations to the Hector Reyes House, and Family Health Center of Worcester, and a variety of relief agencies through the Worcester Food Bank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last year we grew 42 percent the fresh fruits and vegetables that the food bank distributed,â&#x20AC;? said Tori Buerschaper, CHP education and outreach coordinator. CHP also made donations to Community Servings in Jamaica Plain, which delivers meals to critically ill patients and homebound people. The CHP grows a variety of produce on 20 acres of the Brigham Hill Community Farm and Whiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm in North Grafton. This year, the CHP added 30 acres of the Prospect Hill Farm in Harvard. So far, only apples are grown and harvested at that location. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Community Harvest Project is about growing healthy food, but we are also about peopleâ&#x20AC;Ś CHP is proud of our role in creating a healthy

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the CHP is offering a camp program for children entering grades two to eight. Campers will learn how to farm and cook the produce, about nutrition and the habitat, and will enjoy art and activities. The cost is $210 per session. Registration online.

comes your support in areas of your expertise, which might include grant-writing, fundraising, nutritional research, marketing, or educational programming. . Stone Wall Building 10 Workshop - This summer, Jim Baker, who runs Native Landscaping in Charlton will teach you how to build a

stone wall on several dates in June. The fee is $60, which goes to the CHP. CHP is located at 37 Wheeler Road, North Grafton. For more information about volunteer opportunities at CHP, contact Wayne McAuliffe, volunteer coordinator, at 774-551-6544 or volunteer@communityharvest.org.

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from 9 a.m. to noon, with the exception of federal holiday weekends, anyone can drop by and volunteer. You might start seeds, plant seedlings, weed, harvest or wash crops. No experience is necessary. The farm is open during light rain, but closed during thunder and lightening storms.

. Community Harvest 6 Ambassador Program (CHAMP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The CHP will train you to speak about the project,after which you can represent the CHP at events in the area.

. Groups of volunteers 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The CHP welcomes . Adopt a Row â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Connect groups (five to 100) during 7 your family with a row of the same time as individual plants, watch them grow, and volunteers, but they are asked to sign up in advance. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an online form on the website. Space fills up. Adults must accompany children under 16.

learn how they help those who are hungry. You can select a specific type of produce, or let the CHP choose. A full row is $500; half is $250, quarter is $125, and 10 plants are $50.

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Don’t weed the milkweed Milkweed in a butterfly garden

in several changes of water to dispel the bitter toxins. (Again, not recommended.) So, please, don’t weed the milkweed! Instead plant it, grow it, nurture it, and acquaint yourself with a patch near you. To learn more about milkweed, visit a Mass Audubon sanctuary near you or come to

the annual Barbara J. Walker Butterfly Festival at Broad Meadow Brook, Saturday, Aug. 13, to purchase milkweed, plant milkweed seeds, and learn more about butterfly gardening. This article was originally published in Mass Audubon’s “Your Great Outdoors” blog. To subscribe, visit www. massaudubon.org

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By Kristin Steinmetz Contributing Writer If a gardening catalog offered a plant that sported lovely, unique flowers, attracted beautiful butterflies, fed and protected the beloved monarch butterfly, provided nesting material for goldfinches and orioles, was easy to grow, and was native to our state, wouldn’t we be eager to plant some in our gardens? Of course. What is this magical plant? Milkweed. It’s unfortunate that “weed” is in the name because this plant is a treasure. Here are a few reasons why: • Milkweed provides plentiful nectar to honey bees, bumble bees, wasps, butterflies, moths and other native pollinators. Milkweed depends on insects for pollination and in return the insects receive easy nectar from milkweed’s many small flowers growing in large clusters. • Monarch butterflies depend on milkweed for their survival. Monarch caterpillars only feed on milkweed and the toxins in the plant make the caterpillar and adult unpalatable and poisonous to vertebrate predators. The monarch’s bright orange color acts like a warning sign to predators: Eat me and you’ll get sick! • Milkweed provides habitat. The milkweed community supports tiny aphids “herded” for their honeydew by ants; milkweed bugs who feed exclusively on milkweed seeds; crab spiders who assume the

od of medicine the Greek god (Asklepios) and the plant ll has been used medicinally for ailments ranging from asthma to tapeworm. (Not recommended!) Early settlers and pioneers used milkweed’s seed silk as stuffing for pillows and mattresses and ate every part of the plant after boiling

color of the milkweed flower and jump out at unsuspecting butterflies; and many more bizarre and wonderful creatures that live out their lives in the milkweed patch. • Milkweed has an interesting history. In the genus “Asclepias,” milkweed is named after

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SUMMER CAMPS DANCE Diane Cournoyer Dance Center Summer Dance Classes Diane Cournoyer Dance Center, 329 W. Main St., Northborough, is offering six-week intensive summer classes from June 28 – Aug. 4 for dancers of all levels and ages 18 months – 18 years. Contact Michelle at 508-393-9697 or through the website: www. northborodance.com. Elite Academy of Dance Summer Dance Programs Elite Academy of Dance, 697 Hartford Turnpike (Rt. 20), Shrewsbury, will hold summer dance programs for all ages and levels ages 2-18. For more information, contact 508-842-5500 or visit www. elitedance-ma.com.

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Miss Tanya’s Family of Nursery Schools, 25 Longmeadow Road, 64 W. Main St., and 7 Washington St., all in Westborough, offer two-week sessions from June 13 - Aug. 18 that are theme-oriented and will include gathering and center time, open-ended art activities, music and lots of outdoor play. Five- and threeday options available. Cost ranges from $140 - $290 per week. For more information, visit www.misstanya.com. Positively Preschool Summer Camp Positively Preschool, 222 Turnpike Road, Westborough, will hold nine weeks of themed summer camp fun for kids ages 2.9-6 years old June 20 - Aug. 15. Camp will be held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $130 per week. For more information, contact Renee at 508-366-0300 or visit renee@ positivelypreschool.com. Shrewsbury Children’s Center

Shrewsbury Children’s Center, 138 N. Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury, offers full- and half-day infant, toddler, and preschool programs. For more information, contact: 508755-3922 or www.shrewsburychildrenscenter.com.

ENRICHMENT Funutation Tech Camp Funutation, 30 Wyman St., Westborough, is offering Technology Camp from June 20 - Aug. 12, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids learn about basic and advanced computing in a way that makes them want to learn more. They develop necessary computer skills, gain experience working with groups, and foster creativity. For more information, contact Ted Jordan at 508-340-4344 or visit www.funutation.com.

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MUSIC AND THEATRE Appletree Arts Summer Programs in Music and Theatre Apple Tree Arts, One Grafton Common, Grafton, is offering a variety of classes this summer including theatre arts programs (all ages); Arts Alive (ages 4-5); Intro to Keyboard (ages 6-7); instrumental and voice (ages 8 to adult); Jam Band (grades 5-8); Arts Alive (ages 1-4); mixed-age Move & Groove (ages 1-4); and private music lessons and ensembles (all ages). To register, call

508-839-4286 or visit www. appletreearts.org. Jack’s Guitar Garage Summer Rock School Jack’s Guitar Garage, at 234 W. Main St. in Northborough and at 198 Worcester Road in N. Grafton, is offering six weekly Rock School sessions from July 11 – Aug. 26. Spend a week at Rock School putting together a set of songs to perform for your family and friends on the Friday of each week. Sessions will run Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $165 for the first week and $100 for each additional week. For more information call 508-393-7200 (Northborough location) and 774-293-5115 (N. Grafton location) or visit www.jacksguitargarage.com. Keith’s Music House Summer Rock Music Camp Keith’s Music House, 750 Main St., Boylston, is offering weekly Summer Rock Music Camp sessions from July 18 Camps page 12

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Multi-sport Program Soccer, flag football and baseball are taught through skill-based games and scrimmages. Children will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport. Ages: 7-12. Location: Grafton High School, 24 Providence Road. Two sessions: July 25-29; Aug. 8-12. Fee: $104.

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Rocket Science/Superhero Physics Rocket scientists will learn about propulsion by building compressed air rockets, water rockets and rockets that blast off via chemical reaction. Physicists will conduct gravity experiments, create optical illusions and more. Ages: Grades K-5. Location: Grafton Municipal Center, 30 Providence Road, room 33. Aug. 1-5. Fee: $175; both programs, $275.

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Goalkeeper Clinic This soccer clinic will introduce and reinforce proper goalkeeping techniques such as ready position, angles, diving, handling, distribution and more. Ages: 8-14. Location: Lions Club, 68 Brigham Hill Road. July 25-29. Fee: $100.

Horse Lovers Learn how to ride and care for horses. No experience necessary. Ages: 6-12. Location: Hillside Meadows, 111 George Hill Road. Six sessions, July 11-Aug. 26. Fee: $250.

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Certification Babysitting Class Ages: 11 and up. Location: Grafton Municipal Center, 30 Providence Road. June 28-29. Fee: $55.

Home Alone Safety This class is designed for children who are unattended for short periods of time. Skills include telephone and door-answering techniques, accident and fire prevention and first aid skills. Ages: 9-11. Location: Grafton Municipal Center, 30 Providence Road. June 30. Fee: $45

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Outdoor High Adventure Children will take part in longer and more involved activities such as kayaking, archery, on-water fishing in canoes and kayaks and learning orienteering. Ages: 12-14. Location: Lions Club, 28 Brigham Hill Road. Two sessions, Aug. 1-4; 8-11. Fee: $248.

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Project Summer Adventure This program offers children the chance to meet new friends while participating in a wide range of activities and events, such as swimming, beach and wading pool activities, arts & crafts, athletics, games and field trips. Ages: 6-13. Location: Jericho Hill Lodge, 496 Brigham St. Seven sessions June 27 – Aug. 12. Fee: $190/session.

Skyhawks Sports Programs Golf: Ages 5-9. Location: Ghiloni Park, 239 Concord Road. July 25-29. Fee: $134 Soccer: Ages: 4-6; 7-12. Location: Ghiloni Park. Aug. 8-12. Fee: $134. Tennis: Ages: 7-12. Location: Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton St. Two sessions, June 27-30; Aug. 1-4. Fee: $124. Quick Start Tennis: Ages 4-6. Location: Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton St. Two sessions, June 27-30; Aug. 1-4. Fee: $84. Minihawk: (soccer, basketball, T-ball). Ages: 4-6. Location: Ghiloni Park. Two sessions, July 5-8; July 18-22. Fee: $119; $134. Multi-sport: (soccer, basketball, baseball). Ages: 7-12. Location: Ghiloni Park. Two sessions, July 5-8; July 18-22. Fee: $119; $134.

Ice Skating Ages: 3-6; 6-12. Location: Navin Skating Rink, 451 Bolton St. June 28-Aug. 9 Fee: $119

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– Aug. 19. Children will work together in a band setting learning three to four songs weekly. Every Friday at noon family and friends are invited to a performance at the Music House. Sessions will run Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $160 for the first session and $110 for each additional session. For more information, call 508-869-0500 or visit www. keithsmusichouse.com.

NATURE Capen Hill Nature Camp Capen Hill Nature Camp, 56 Capen Road, Charlton, will hold day camp for budding naturalists from ages 4-13 from July 11 - Aug. 1. Kids can enjoy being outdoors and going on adventures exploring the woodlands, discovering animal tracks, plants, frogs, insects, rocks, minerals, tadpoles and much more. Sessions will run Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3

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DAY PROGRAMS: June 27-Aug. 12, Monday through Friday 4’s & 5’s Program Activities include Arts & Crafts, story time, outside play and other age-specific programming. Ages 4-5. Location: Hudson High School, 69 Brigham St. Fee: $200; $150 additional children.

Outdoor Activities Children will participate in large group activities, games, limited arts and crafts and also attend field trips (optional) throughout the summer. Ages: grades 5-8. Location: Hudson High School, 69 Brigham St. Fee: $335; $285 additional children.

Playlot Children will participate in large group activities, games, arts and crafts and also attend field trips (optional) throughout the summer. Ages: grades 1-4. Location: C.A. Farley Elementary School, 119 Cottage St. Fee: $335; $285 additional children.

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72 Jefferson St., Suite 100, Marlborough, will provide kids grades 3-7 a weekly summer camp full of fun games including kickball, whiffle ball, soccer, baseball/softball and more. Co-ed Summer Camp Week 1 (June 27-30); Co-ed Summer Camp Week 2 (July 5-8); Co-ed Summer Camp Week 3 (July 11-14), Co-ed

Summer Camp Week 4 (July 18-21); and Co-ed Summer Camp Week 5 (July 25-28). All camps run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and are $179. Daily drop in $40. Early drop off or late pick up arrangements can be made. For more information, visit www. allstarsportsacademy.org/ camps/2016_summer_camps, email staffallstarsports@gmail. com or call 617-999-9200.

Clark University Basketball Camp Clark University, Kneller Athletics Center, 57 Downing St., Worcester, will hold basketball camp for girls and boys grades 4-12 on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be two sets of drill stations each day with competition and league play. Each team Camps page 14

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Recreation Summer Camp Campers participate in a variety of fun activities throughout the summer. Every day is a new adventure: sports, games, water play, crafts, science and cooking projects, playground fun, weekly field trips, and more. Ages: 5 and up. Locations: Robert E. Melican Middle School, 145 Lincoln St.; Fannie E. Proctor Elementary School, 26 Jefferson Road. Eight sessions: June 27-Aug. 19. Fee: $195; $240 (addition children discounted).

Club Assabet Kids will interact with staff and children their own age and get lots of outside activity on the Assabet Park playground, at the Splash Pad, making arts and crafts and enjoying story time. Ages: 3-5. Locations: Assabet Park, Route 135; Rec. Center/gym, 63 Main St. Eight sessions, June 27-Aug. 18. Fee: $125 (sibling discounts available).

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crafts, PG movie, Wii tournament, and more. Outdoor play when weather permits. Ages: grades K-6. Location: Town Hall gym and rec center, 63 Main St. Aug. 22-26. Fee: $45.

Basketball Participants will develop the fundamental skills of basketball while building their skills through competitive game play and 1:1 instruction. This is a fun way for your child to develop the needed skills to be a great basketball player. Ages: grades 1-8. Location: Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett St. Two sessions, June 27-30; July 25-28. Fee: $100.

Field Hockey Developmental Clinic This clinic will teach stick skills, passing and hitting, and other basic fundamentals. Ages: grades 5-9. Location: Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett St., July 11-15. Fee: $95.

Have your child learn the basic skills and rules of T-Ball in a fun, everyonewins atmosphere. All kids will be on teams coached by parents from the community. Ages: 4-6. Location: Ellsworth-McAfee Park. June 21-July 26. Fee: $65.

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The program is designed to introduce the beginner or slightly experienced junior to the basics of the game. Ages: 5-6. Location: Juniper Hill Golf Teaching Center, 142 School St. Five sessions, June 27- Aug. 10. Fee: $120.

Jr. Golf Summer Series Instruction, fun and exciting games and imitation are combined to keep kids’ interest level high. Putting, chipping, full swing, on-course instruction, etiquette and rules will be covered. Ages: 7-14. Location: Juniper Hill, 142 School St. Four sessions, June 27-Aug. 12. Fee: $260.

First Kix with Best Soccer A friendly and fun introduction to dribbling, stopping, and controlling the ball. This non-competitive program introduces players to simple skills with fun games. Ages: 3-5. Location: Ellsworth-McAfee Park; Melican Middle School, 145 Lincoln St. Two sessions, June 27-July 1; Aug. 15-19. Fee: $85.

Soccer with Best Soccer Ages: 5-6; 7 and up. Locations: Ellsworth-McAfee Park, Route 135; Melican Middle School, 145 Lincoln St. Two sessions, June 27-July 1; Aug. 15-19. Fee: $135 half-day; $200 full-day.

This clinic will help develop the player for tryouts and get a jump start on the field hockey season. Ages: grades 9-12. Location: Algonquin High School, 79 Bartlett St. Aug. 20-23. Fee: $80.

Funutation shows kids how to use drag-and-drop to create great-looking games. Using Gamemaker and Kodu, they will create animated graphics and sound effects for a shooter game. Ages: 8-11. Location: tba. July 25-29. Fee: $215.

Beastie Art Camp This program is designed to increase students’ awareness in creating characters, learning to express themselves through ana rt form and to learn basic techniques for developing their own individual characters. Ages: grades 3-6. Location: Rec Center at Town Hall, 63 Main St. June 27-July 1. Fee: $ 135.

Art Programs at the Painted Pink Cat Studio During the week, participants will try various art techniques, including drawing, painting, clay art, portraits, pottery, sand paintings, monoprints and lino cuts, wood art and more. Ages: 6-12. Location: Painted Pink Cat Studio at the San Francisco Gallery and Framing, 10 SW Cutoff. Four sessions, June 27-Aug. 26. Fee: $230.

Horseback Riding

A fun-filled learning adventure introducing fundamental skills and tennis strokes in a fun environment. Ages: 3-5. Location: Melican Middle School, 145 Lincoln St. Two sessions, July 11-15; Aug. 8-12. Fee: $80.

Riders will have a mounted lesson every day, as well as learning grooming, tacking up, bathing, learning parts of the horse, and stable management. Ages: 5-12. Location: Highland Acres, 94 Old Westboro Road, Grafton. Four sessions, July 11- Aug. 25. Fee: $245.

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Students will learn the fundamentals of stroke production, court movement, and footwork. Ages: 6-14. Location: Melican Middle School, 145 School St. Two sessions, July 11-15; Aug. 8-12. Fee: $120.

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Students create their own movies to bring characters to life using various methods, including stop-motion animation and live-action filmmaking. Location: Marguerite E. Peaslee Elementary School, 31 Maple St. Fee: $180 half-day; $305 full-day.

A blend of virtual learning with companion hands-on activities that explore science and engineering using Minecraft. Ages: grades 1-5; 3-7. Location: Proctor Elementary School, 26 Jefferson Road; Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett St. Four sessions, July 11- Aug. 26. Fee: $345.

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Basic skills will include hand positioning, cradling, throwing and catching and defensive movements. These skills will be demonstrated and instructed through drill and game play. Boys’ and girls’ camps available. Ages: grades 1-8. Location: Ellsworth-McAfee Park. July 18-21. Fee: $100.

Theatre with Skyrise The children will learn a 30- to 40-minute show, singing and dancing in costume and makeup. Ages: 5-14. Location: Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett St. Two sessions, July 25-29 (“Stone Age”); Aug. 1-5 (“If Kids Ruled the World”). Fee: $215.

Elf Jr., The Musical This is a one-week intensive musical theater main stage production. At the end of the week, students will be a part of a fantastic theatrical experience. Participants will learn and produce a full 60-minute musical with sets, costumes, choreography, and of course, fully memorized script and music. Everyone must audition; however, everyone is guaranteed a role. Ages: 8-17. Location: Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett St. Aug. 8-13. Fee: $280.

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Lego Programs with Play-Well Teknologies Pre-Engineering/Engineering Fundamentals Build engineer-designed projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars and gondolas. Ages: 5-6; 7-12. Location: Proctor School, 26 Jefferson Road. Two sessions, June 27-July 1; July 25-29. Fee: $155.

Wicked Cool Med School Future doctors will follow the progress of their “patient,” keeping charts and learning anatomy. They will learn to use a stethoscope, take vital signs, and incorporate healthy habits. Ages: grades 1-5. Locations: Proctor Elementary, 26 Jefferson Road; Peaslee Elementary, 31 Maple St. Two sessions, July 18-22; Aug. 15-19. Fee: $320.

Spectacular Science Kids will explore weird and wacky hands-on science experiments and will make projects to take home. Ages: grades 1-5. Location: Proctor School, 26 Jefferson Road. Aug. 1-5. Fee: $105 half-day; $175 full-day.

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will play at least two games a day and every camper will participate in exciting competition. Groups are small, allowing for individual attention. Emphasis is on attitude and importance of teamwork and the role it plays in basketball achievement. Camps will be

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17 every week from June 13 - Sept. 2 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with extended day options available until 5 or 6 p.m. Cost ranges from $275 to $285 per week. Contact Camp Director Nick Boschetto at 508-3519800 or visit www.teamworksnorthboro.com. The All-Star Baseball Camp and Hitting Clinic The All-Star Baseball Camp will be offering baseball camp at Algonquin Regional High School at 79 Bartlett St., Northborough. Weekly sessions are 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday, July 1121. Cost is $165 for one week or $310 for two weeks. There will also be a hitting clinic Tuesday through Friday, July 5-8 from 9-11 a.m. for $100. For more information, call 508-596-7949 or visit www. theallstarbaseballcamp.com/

Wayside Athletic Club Tennis and Swim Camps Wayside Athletic Club, 80 Broadmeadow St., Marlborough, is offering tennis and swim camps and arts and crafts activity camp from June 13 - Aug. 26. Weekly sessions are 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with half-day and late pick-up available. Cost ranges from $200 to $400 per week. For more information, contact Arnie Cohen at arniewayside@ yahoo.com or 508-481-1797, ext. 26, or Ashley Mallette at ashleym.wayside@gmail.com or 508-481-1797, ext. 28. Westborough Tennis & Swim Club Camps The Westborough Tennis & Swim Club, 35 Chauncy St., offers intensive varsity and junior tennis camps, Kinder Camp, My First Camp, Sports Camps page 15

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Learn to Row All skill levels. Swimmers only. Ages: grades 8-12. Location: Donahue Rowing Center on N. Quinsigimond Ave. Six sessions: June 22-July 21. Fee: $100; $130.

Swim Lessons Group lessons in various ability levels for children. Swim lessons are held outside in the Gymnastic Learning Center, 574 Lake St. Classes are held rain or shine (exception thunderstorms). Ages: 3 and up. Fee: $105/two-week session.

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Play and learn the game in a fun, exciting and safe environment. Teams practice 20 minutes before each game. Ages: Grades 1-5. Location: Oak Middle School softball field, 45 Oak St. June 22-July 20. Fee: $40.

Basketball League Ages: boys, grades 4-8; girls, grades 5-7. Location: Oak Middle School, 45 Oak St. Tuesdays, June 21-July 26. Fee: $50.

Disc Golf Disc golf can offer a fun and challenging experience for a wide range of players. It is easy to learn and a great affordable family activity. Kids will learn the basics of the game. Ages: grades 5-7. Location: Sherwood/Oak Middle School field, June 27-July 25. Fee: $45.

Youth Golf Lessons The beginner lessons are designed to teach the fundamentals of the game to players new to the sport. Ages: 7-14. Location: Juniper Hill Golf Course, 142 School St., Northborough. June 21-July 21. Fee: $115.

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Youth Cricket Clinic Cricket is a bat and ball sport and is the second most popular sport in the world after soccer. The clinic will be divided by skills levels and an onsite evaluation will be provided by the instructors to make sure that the kids are in the appropriate group, beginner or intermediate. Ages: grades 1-8. Location: Municipal Fields (park at Walter J. Paton Elementary School, 58 Grafton St.). June 20-Aug. 1. Fee: $60.

Fresh-water Fishing Instruction MassWildlife Angler Education Program will teach the basics of fishing, from baiting up and casting out to reeling them in. Ages: 7 and up with adult. Location: Dean Park pond, 805 Main St. June 21. Fee: Free for residents.

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The playground program will offer a variety of fun-filled activities that include daily arts and crafts projects based on a weekly theme. Children will also participate in inclusive games, which include various sports and age-appropriate games. The program can also include Friday Fun Days with field trips to bowling alleys, amusement parks, Museum of Science and Roger Williams Zoo. Ages: grades 1-7. Half- and full-day programs are offered at the Oak Middle School playground, 45 Oak St., and the Coolidge Elementary School playground, 1 Florence St., from June 27 to Aug. 11. Fees vary - check recreation department website for details.

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& Swim Camp, and CIT (counselor in training) programs June 20 through Aug. 12. Programs include tennis lessons, Red Cross swim lessons, strength training and group exercise as well as many other activities. Half- and full-day options with extended care available. Contact 508-366-1222 or visit www.thewestboroclub.com.

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Drive, Worcester, offers day camp and specialty/enrichment programs, for kindergarteners through teens, June 27 -Aug. 5. Camps are held on the Bancroft campus and are led by dedicated faculty who combine safety, enrichment, education, and lots of fun. Choices include Arts, Athletics, Robotics, Musical Theater, Computer Programming, Day Trips, Horseback Riding and more. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Day camp cost is $300; other options vary. For more information, contact Carrie Whitney, director at 508-8532640, ext. 285, or summer@ bancroftschool.org.

Southborough Extended Day Program Summer Fun Club at Southborough Extended Day Camp Southborough Extended Day, Margaret A. Neary School, 53 Parkerville Road, Southborough, is offering summer fun and activities for children entering grades K-7, June 27 - Aug. 19, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with extended hours available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Participants leave the school for two exciting adventures a week and visit places such as Canobie Lake Park, Breezy Waterslides, Hopkinton State Park, One Stop Fun and more. Daily rate is $68 - $100. Contact

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21 Highland St. • Doreen Ferguson, director • http://southborough.recdesk.com •508-229-4452 Southborough Recreational Summer Camps have something to offer your child, whether they want to refine a sports skill, free play, learn magic, dance and sing, play mind-adventure games or just hang with friends in a safe environment. Ages: Pre-K to entering first grade; grades 2-5. Location: Mary E. Finn Elementary School, 60 Richards Road; Albert S. Woodward Memorial School, 28 Cordaville Road. Seven sessions, June 27- Aug. 1. Fee: $108-$145.

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Through practical experience, CITs learn about behavior management, risk management, safety awareness, decision making, program planning and team building. This program is meant to develop future leaders for camp and all other areas of life. Ages: Grades 7-9. Location: Finn and Woodward schools. Seven sessions, June 27-Aug. 12. Fee: $112; $140.

Making an iPhone or Android Game: Kids acquire tech skills, working in teams of two to investigate and discuss coding principles in action. A phone is not required to take this camp as the games are developed on a computer. Minecraft Magic: Kids acquire tech skills and investigate different ways to play Minecraft. Ages 8-11. Location: South Union Building, 21 Highland St. July 18-22. Fee: $170.

Horse riding Different age groups will have interaction with ponies, learn about and handle farm animals; and develop riding skills. Ages: 4-16. Location: Willow Brook Farm, 1070 Washington St., Holliston. Six sessions, July 11 – Aug. 19. Fee: $255; $355.

Music classes Students will use keyboards, percussion instruments and various classroom materials to explore all aspects of music. Classes focus on music form, keyboard discovery, rhythm instruments, singing, pre-music reading activities and for the older classes, music reading activities. Ages: 1-8. Location: New England Music Academy, 30 Lyman St., #50, Westborough. June 27-July 1. Fee: $69; $78.

Archery This class will teach you the mechanics and skill involved in using a bow and arrow and aiming at a target. The class will emphasize archery safety rules, proper shooting techniques, stance and coordination. Age: Grades 3-6. Location: Margaret A. Neary School field, 53 Parkerville Road. July 25-28. Fee: $90.

GTT Basketball Skills Camp (co-ed) Kids will play in a competitive environment, have a blast with our contests and learn during our skills sessions. A typical day of camp will consist of warm ups, skil work/stations, learning basic basketball concepts, scrimmage, and contests. Ages: Grades 3-8. Location: P. Brent Trottier Middle School, 49 Parkerville Road. July 11-15. Fee: $175.

SkyRise Theater Camp This five-day production camp provides an opportunity for significant growth for your child by creating confidence-building and teamwork skills. Your child will learn a 35-minute show in just four days. The rehearsal schedule is set at the beginning of the week. Ages: 5-14. Location: Trottier Middle School auditorium, 49 Parkerville Road. Aug. 15 to 19. Fee: $215.

Super Hero Engineering Build the hideouts and vehicles of your favorite caped crusaders and learn what makes them not only Super Heroes, but Super Hero Engineers! An experienced Play Well instructor guides young heroes as they design, build, and save a city where ingenuity and imagination can solve any conflict. Ages: 5-6; 7-12. Location: South Union Building, 21 Highland St. July 5-8. Fee: $125.

Lego camps Lego WeDo: Kids invent new robot designs with Lego WeDo. Ages: 5-7. Lego Robotronics: invent new robot designs with LEGO Mindstorms 2.0. Ages: 8-11. Location: South Union Building, 21 Highland St. Aug. 1-5. Fee: $170.

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Junior Golf Camp Children will enjoy a fun week of golf to develop correct swing mechanics, and they will become better players. Putting, chipping, full swing, on course instruction, etiquette and rules of golf will be covered. Program includes individual attention, video analysis, short game instruction, full swing instruction, flexible schedules, fun games and refreshments. Ages: 7 and up. Location: Juniper Hill Golf Course, 202 Brigham St., Northborough. Ten sessions, June 20-Aug. 26. Fee: $260.

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This program combines recreational kayaking skills development with adventure education initiatives for a truly unique experience. Participants will learn to overcome challenges individually through paddling and as a team through fun, challenging games. Ages: 8-14. Location: Lake Chauncy Beach. Two sessions, July 20-22; Aug. 22-24. Fee: $130.

Intro to Whitewater Kayaking

The first day of this class starts at Lake Chauncy where participants will learn all the unique characteristics of a river kayak, strokes and maneuvers associated with moving water and basic rescues. The second day Still River Outfitters will transport participants to a river. Ages: 10 and up. Location: Lake Chauncy Beach. Aug. 3-4. Fee: $245.

Stand-up Paddleboarding

Paddleboarding can be described as using a long canoe paddle to paddle a surf board. It’s a great core workout and super fun. Classes will cover all the essential skills needed to get started enjoying the sport on calm water. Ages: 8-15; 15 and up. Location: Lake Chauncy Beach. July 24, Aug. 6. Fee: $65.

Swimming Lessons

Ages: 3 and up. Location: Lake Chauncy Beach. Three sessions, June 27- Aug. 4. Fee: $45.

Extreme Recreation

Sessions include a variety of fun and exciting sports and activities, weekly adventure trips to hike local conservation areas, such as Bowman Conservation and Purgatory Chasm. New this year is Totally Extreme Thursdays which feature a full-day field

trip. Camp is extended until 4 p.m. on Thursdays every week for trips to Six Flags, Codzilla in Boston, and Water Wizz. Ages: grades 5-8. Location: Mill Pond School, 6 Olde Hickory Path. Six sessions: June 27 to Aug. 5. Fee: $110-$140.

additional cost. Classes will also feature a rock wall, monkey bars, cargo net, and climbing ropes combined with the karate program. Ages: 4-13. Location: MetroWest Martial Arts & Wellness, 74 Otis St. Daily, July 11 – Aug. 14. Fee: $75.

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This introductory program teaches freshwater fishing skills including casting, basic safety techniques, outdoor ethics and aquatic ecology. Campers will learn about the relationship between fish and their environment. Fishing poles and bait are provided. Ages: 8-12. Location: Sandra Pond Reservoir. Wednesday, July 13. Fee: $20.

Horseback Riding

Each lesson includes daily horse care activities such as grooming, tacking and handling of horses. Ages: 6-14. Seven sessions, mornings and afternoons, July 5 – Aug. 18. Fee: $180. Barn Buddies will focus on expanding students’ knowledge of farm animals with hands-on activities with horses and other animals. Students will not ride horses during this program. Ages: 5-14. Fee: $180. Pony Pals’ students will participate in grooming of mini horses, a horse craft or story and will have a horse or pony ride each day. Ages: 3-6. Fee: $80. Location: Achorn Acres, 267 North St., Upton.

Ice Skating

There will be a 25-minute group class followed by a 25-minute practice. Ages: 4-12. Location: Northstar Ice Sports, 15 Bridle Lane. Wednesdays and Saturdays, July 13- Aug. 27. Fee: $97.

Robotics Level 1: Jungle Robot

Explore the fundamentals of robotics by constructing your own robot. This is a hands-on program that teaches the basics of electro-mechanical systems, electronic circuitry and related components. Gain experience at reading directions and diagrams, and the proper use of simple hand tools. Ages: 8-10. July 11-15. Location: Westborough Public Library meeting room, 55 W. Main St. Fee: $145.

Level 2: Binary Player

Those taking this course build a robot (just-introduced Binary Player) controlled by a replaceable paper memory disc (analogous to a CD-ROM). Ages: 9-13. July 18-22. Location: Westborough Public Library meeting room, 55 W. Main St. Fee: $155.

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Participants will explore hiking trails, investigate aquatic life around the shore, learn about animals and nature, and discuss human impact on the environment. The week is filled with exploration and nature scavenger hunts and ends with a Team Treasure Hunt. Ages: 6-12. Two sessions, Aug. 8-18. Location: Bowman Conservation Area. Fee: $80.

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This is a hands-on program in which participants build their own robot arm. Participants will learn mechanical assembly skills, gear-train theory and the transmission of mechanical energy. Prior experience with robotic kits suggested.

Ages: 10-14. July 25-29. Location: Westborough Public Library meeting room, 55 W. Main St. Fee: $180.

Sailing

This program is designed to help children develop sailing skills. Working in small groups, participants also learn about responsibility and collaboration, while experiencing the practical application of science and mathematics. Ages: 9-12. Eight sessions, June 20- Aug. 12. Location: Regatta Point, Shrewsbury. Fee: $299.

Tai Kwon Do

Children learn to reach their full potential in this confidence-building program. Classes concentrate on skills and the core values of respect and discipline. Master Kim and his certified instructors pay special attention to gross motor development, coordination, concentration, and flexibility. This six-week program is an introductory course where the students will learn the basic kicks, forms and self-defense. Ages: 4-6; 7-12; 13 and up; family class, all ages. Location: Kim’s Tae Kwon Do, 168 Milk St., Suite 8A. Mondays, July 11 – Aug. 15. Fee: $95.

Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes

Young Rembrandts provides an engaging, creative environment where your child will learn how to draw and strengthen his or her artistic skills. Ages: 4-6. Location: Forbes Municipal Building gym, 45 W. Main St. Two sessions, July 19-Aug. 4. Fee: $85.

All Sports

Included are soccer, flag football, basketball, baseball & whiffle ball, kickball, capture the flag, tag games and more. Fun, sportsmanship, teamwork and fair play will be emphasized. Ages: 3-6; 6-12. Location: Haskell Recreation Area, 34 W. Main St. Two sessions, June 27-30; July 11-14. Fee: $90; $105.

Archery

Archery is an individual sport that provides the opportunity for anyone to do well. The benefits of archery include exercise, mental focus, self-discipline and social interaction. This program teaches the fundamentals of good form and technique, as well as safety. Ages: 9-16. Location: Haskell Recreation Area, 34 W. Main St. Four sessions, July 25 – Aug. 11. Fee: $100.

Baseball Clinic

Join the varsity coach and his staff and players as he teaches the fundamentals of baseball, including, techniques of fielding, throwing, catching, base running and hitting. Game competition daily. Ages: 7-12. Location: Rogers Field, 4 Rogers Road. July 11-14 Fee: $90.

Basketball Clinics

Join varsity coaches, staff, and players as they teach the fundamentals of hoops. Ages: Grades 2-9, girls and boys. Location: varies. June 27- Aug. 5. Fee: $75; $150.

Field Hockey

Perfect for all ability levels. In addition to the fundamentals of stickwork, participants will learn basic skills, rules, concepts and team strategies through drills and small-sided games. Ages: grades 5-8. Location: Westborough High School turf field, 90 W. Main St. Aug. 21-24. Fee: $60.

Youth Golf

This program combines instruction, drills, and fun games to keep your child’s interest level high. Putting, chipping, full swing, oncourse instruction, etiquette and the rules of golf will be covered. Video analysis, individual instruction and training aids will be used to develop better players. Ages: 5-6; 7-14. Location: Juniper Hill Golf Teaching Center, 202 Brigham St., Northborough. June 20 Aug. 12. Fee: $120; $260. Westborough Rec page 17

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Westborough Recreation Department

Westborough Rec Continued from page 16

Soccer

Rules of the game and skills of dribbling, passing, trapping, heading and shooting will be introduced and practiced. Drills, small-sided games and large-sided games will be played to enhance each player’s development. Fun relaxed environment. Ages: 3-6; 6-12. Location: Haskell Recreation Area, 34 W. Main St. July 18-21. Fee: $90; $105.

Tennis

Beginners will work on the fundamentals of tennis - groundstrokes, volleys and serves - through games and drills. Advanced Beginners will receive reinforcement of basic skills with emphasis on form on all strokes and court movement through drills and various games. Ages: Beginner, 8-12; Intermediate, 9-14. Location: Haskell Recreation Area, 34 W. Main St. Four sessions, June 27- July 21. Fee: $65.

Dancing fountains at Dean Park now open for season Shrewsbury – The popular musical/dancing fountains at Dean Park are now open for the season. During the day, the fountains dance to various types of music. At night, fountains come alive, not only to music, but with a colored lights display. Music to accompany the fountains can be heard on 91.7 FM on car or portable radios. Listen to big band sounds from the ‘40s, Disney songs, classical, patriotic and well-known hits from the past. The schedule for the musical/dancing fountains is as follows: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12-2 p.m. and 4-9:45 p.m. The colored lights can be seen from 8:30-9:45 p.m.

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Track and Field

Experience a wide variety of events involved with track and field. Training for jumping, throwing, hurdling and running will be explored as well as games and general fitness activities. Ages: 9-14. Location: Westborough High School track, 90 W. Main St. July 5-8. Fee: $90.

Volleyball

Join the players from this year’s High School Volleyball team as they teach the fundamental skills of volleyball through fun games and activities. For beginners and advanced players. Daily games and individual instruction. Activities will be modified for younger participants. Ages: Grades 5-9. Location: Westborough High School gym, 90 W. Main St. July 11-15. Fee: $110.

Activity Guide

Cricket

The clinic gives children a structured insight into the sport in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Campers will be guided through all technical areas of the game using exciting drills and activities, and each day will conclude with US Sports Institute’s, Cricket World Cup. Batting, bowling, fielding, ball handling, positioning and rules of the game will all be covered throughout the week. Ages: 6-12. Location: Hennessy Field, 1 Upton Road, Westborough. July 25-29. Fee: $109.

Fencing

This class will teach the fundamentals of a dynamic 21st century sport with its roots in centuries of swordplay. Equipment provided. Ages: 8-15. Location: Forbes Municipal Building gym, 45 W. Main St. June 6-July 18. Fee: $110.

Art classes

Join Art Instructors Tracy and Stefanie and choose from a variety of different classes. Students will be exposed to a range of media, techniques, and artists while working on fine motor skills. Emphasis will be on self-expression and experimentation. Small classes with 4 to 10 students. Ages: 6-9; 9-12 Location: Out of Line Art Studios, 57 E. Main St. June 27-Aug. 12. Fee: $170.

Music classes

Students will use keyboards, percussion instruments and various classroom materials to explore all aspects of music. Classes focus on music form, keyboard discovery, rhythm instruments, singing, pre-music reading activities and for the older classes, music reading activities. Ages: 1-8. Location: New England Music Academy, 30 Lyman St., #50, Westborough. June 27-July 1. Fee: $69; $78.

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The summer season is upon us – keep your dog cool and hydrated

ummer is a time to enjoy the great outdoors with your dog. A long walk, a game of catch, a swim in the lake – whatever fun you share, it’s important to remember that the rising temperatures can wreak havoc on your dog’s body and they can become easily overheated. Not only is water a very important part of your dog’s daily nutritional requirements, dogs need to drink a lot more water when it is hot outside. The only two ways that dogs can release heat is by panting and through the sweat glands located between their toes. The more panting that occurs, the more water your dog will have to drink to replenish the moisture that is lost in order to maintain normal body temperature. It’s important to be able to recognize dehydration in your dog. Simply pick up a fold of loose skin over the top of the shoulder blades, pull up gently and release. Under normal conditions, the skin will quickly return to place without any hesitation. If dehydration is present, the skin may stay up for a time before falling back into place. Dehydration can also be indicated by checking your dog’s mouth. If the gums appear dry, sticky or pale, this is a sign of dehydration. Dehydrated pets will also have dry, sunken eye balls and a dry nose. A healthy dog will drink enough water daily to stay well-hydrated, but there are a few instances where dehydration can occur beyond the summer heat. Dogs suffering from illnesses like kidney disease, diabetes, cancer and pregnant/nursing animals are at higher risk of becoming dehydrated. So remember to always provide clean, clear water that is easily accessible. Keep the bowl filled at all times and refill with fresh, clean water. Your dog should drink approximately one ounce of water per pound of body weight daily. Without enough water your dog’s body will not be able to function properly. We spend a lot more time outdoors during the summer and if you’re feeling the heat, then you can bet your dog is too! Don’t let the temperatures and humidity fool you; dogs can get too hot in weather as low as 75 degrees.

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down when the temperatures are that high, and could result in fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion and seizures. If you think it’s too hot, it probably is – do your pets a favor and leave them at home where it will be cooler and safer. Remember water, like food, is one of the most vital nutrients in maintaining and regulating your dog’s body temperature all year round,

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Westborough’s Charm Bracelet Trails By Douglas Maxwell Myer Contributing Writer

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Westborough – Some select forests in Westborough contain an impressive assortment of nature pathways known as the Westborough Charm Bracelet Trail System. These peaceful walkways are associated with the Westborough Community Land Trust that have over half a dozen properties open to the general public. Here are two areas of the Charm Bracelet Trails that should be on your list of things to do this summer. Headwaters Conservation Area runs along the southern portion of the SudburyAssabet-Concord (SuAsCo) Watershed flood plain and is an easy destination to get to. While traveling east on Route 30 in Grafton you’ll pass Cummings School’s campus and cross the Westborough town line and into spacious woods and farmlands making for a nice country drive. Once turning left on Old Nourse Street, you’ll take another left to Andrews Street passing through the widespread neighborhood. From there you will see the front entrance of the Conservation Area where you can park your car on the left-hand side. Two trails begin at the entrance. Taking the left will lead you to Osprey Point Trail where you’ll hike by a kiosk within an open area of land. A large hillside can faintly be seen through the trees outlining the northern boundary of the SuAsCo Watershed. You’ll then proceed into the main forest walkway of Osprey Point Trail through the dense woodlands before coming across a large vernal pool that is located to the left of the path. Wooden boards are available to walk across a slow small stream that empties from the vernal pool and within a short walk from there, the watershed will start to emerge into sight from the right side of the forest. The trail gets close enough to the shore where there are a couple of spots to gaze upon the water and several scenic hillsides. The SuAsCo Watershed has a shallow depth with a median of 3 feet; the deepest part goes down to 15 feet. It stretches out across 325 acres and various wildlife like to settle within this water including swans and blue heron.

a bridge that extends over the water. Heading back on the main trail this pathway then elevates along a heightened hillside while still seeing the water to the right of you down below making a superb scenic walk. Twists and turns come frequently along the trail until this pathway turns to the left and Piccadilly Brook

drifts out into Sandra Pond which has a view of the water. Open pockets from the trees are scattered throughout this portion of the walk to get different views of the pond. Plenty of journeys are offered at Westborough’s Charm Bracelet Trails. For additional information, go to www.westboroughcharm. org/guide/trailmaps.php.

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you might see ducks swimming along. When crossing another wooden bridge, a scenic open field accompanies your hike where large pine trees and a picnic bench can be found. Stay to the right and you’ll enter a woodsy terrain. The brook starts expanding to a wider body of water and there is a great side trail with wooden steps to go down and

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Beekeeping is creating a buzz with conservationists By Liz Nolan Contributing Writer

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Northborough - There is a growing beekeeping community in Worcester County, in part due to more awareness of the declining honeybee population. Three Northborough residents have found their beekeeping passion and are eager to share their vast knowledge and resources with others. Worcester County Bee Association (WCBA) Vice President Kathy deGraaf currently has four hives. She enjoys gardening and liked the idea of having her own bees on her own flowers. Phil Gaudette serves as treasurer for the WCBA and has been managing his bees for four years and has 12 hives. A newer member of the bee scene is Jeanette Morgan whose beekeeping started three years ago when she received her first hive and gear as a Christmas gift. Gaudette, deGraaf and Morgan all agree that anyone

Specific herbs and flowers such as coneflowers, zinnias and dahlias can attract honeybees. Basswood and black locust trees produce lots of nectar.

Left: Jeanette Morgan and Kathy deGraaf of Northborough viewing one of Morgan’s bee hives.

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thinking about beekeeping should go to Bee School first. The WCBA offers an eight-week course that meets in March and April that covers the basics of beekeeping, including hive management, equipment, and honey extraction. In addition, the association holds monthly meetings throughout the year and continues to be a huge resource for its members. “It can be an expensive hobby,” said Morgan. “The hive, bees, gear, equipment and classes can be around $600.” Although it may be tempting to purchase used equipment to save on costs, deGraaf noted that it is better to buy new equipment to prevent the spread of disease as losing a hive to disease is discouraging and heartbreaking. “The Varroa mite, which is like a tick on a honeybee, is the worse pest for a hive,” said Gaudette. “They are the size of a flea but carry viruses that affect bees and weaken the hives.” The use of neonicotinoid pesticides can be toxic to the honeybee. It is absorbed into plants and is present in pollen and nectar. There is pending legislation which would help protect the bee population and regulate pesticide use. Another important consideration as a beginner is the hive location. “The hive should receive early morning sun, have a windbreak behind it, and be near a water source,” said Morgan. “Be sure to talk to neighbors so the site of the hive is out of the way of kids and animals, too.” Although some towns have bylaws on how many hives you can have per square foot, according to Gaudette, Northborough currently does not. The time commitment to beekeeping depends on how many hives you manage and what techniques you use, but one of the greatest benefits is honey. “A strong hive can produce 100-150 pounds of honey each year,” said deGraaf. She also suggests that you know what is in bloom because honey flavors are based on the nectar and pollen of different plants that are in season. Early season honey will also have a lighter color than the later season. Beekeeping page 25

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Hybrid grapes allow for great local wines By Eric Preusse Broken Creek Vineyard and Winery

ntil recently, making wine in the Northeast could be a real challenge. Weather conditions and the local grape varieties that could withstand a New England winter did not produce great wines. For many years, grapes native to the New England area, including Concord, Catawba and Norton, were used to make wine. These grape varietals could survive the cold winters, and would make great jams and jellies but did not produce a great glass of wine. Table grape varietals typically sold at local nurseries and garden centers, such as Candice, Niagara, and Reliant, are great when eaten fresh but only contain half the sugar content of grapes used to make wine so they also did not produce a flavorful wine. Classic wine grape varieties known as “Vitis vinifera” grapes - Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay - are not tolerant of cold tempera-

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tures so they cannot survive the harsh New England winters. Therefore, to make wine from grapes, the only options were to use locally grown grapes or purchase grapes from other parts of the country. Wine

varieties with grape varieties that produce great wine. What they created were grape varieties known as “hybrid” grape vines. Hybrid grapes varietals have the tolerance to withstand the cold temperature, humidity, mildew and pests local to the New England area but also contain the various elements in the grape that will produce a full bodied, flavorful wine. A number of these hybrid varieties have started to emerge as great wine grapes for New England growers include Cayuga White, Vidal Blanc, Vignoles and Marquette. The old saying is “great wine is made in the vineyard”

and the winemaker can make create different styles of wine based on many factors in the fermentation and aging processes but the structure and character of the grape at harvest time will dictate the quality of the final product. Wines made from hybrid grapes have their own distinct flavor and are not generally available at most retail stores. To experience these unique wines you will have to visit a local winery. Broken Creek Vineyard and Winery is located at 614 South St., Shrewsbury. For more information call 508-925-5617 or visit www.brokencreekvineyard.com.

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behavior. “My 9-year-old son has done hive inspections and is thinking of getting his own hive,” she said. “The kids consider them as pets.” An inspection helps the beekeeper to monitor and control the hive space as well

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Boutwell Fields, 119 Chapin Rd.

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PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS Continued from previous page

(l to r): Delaney Walker, Maeve Walker and Carson Laabs having day of fun at a Northborough playground

Kane School, 520 Farm Road Kelleher Field, Jefferson Street Korean Veterans Field, 15 Milham St. Lake Williams trail, adjacent to Marlborough District Court, across from Williams St.

Carlstrom Forest, Carney Park, Edmund Hill, Mt. Pisgah, Watson Park and Yellick Conservation Area, visit www.town. northborough.ma.us/ntrails/ index.php Howard Street Park, 45 Howard St. Memorial and Casey Fields, East Main St.

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Lake Chauncy, see Westborough listing PHOTO/NICOLE LAABS

Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton St. Marlborough Middle School, Union Street

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Lincoln Street School, 76 Lincoln St.

Donahue Rowing Center, 237 N. Quinsigamond Ave.

Melican Middle School, 145 Lincoln St.

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Floral Street School, 57 Floral St. Gauch Park, corner of North Quinsigamond and Main St. Greylock Park, Avon Ave., off Phillips Ave. Hillando Park, Hillando Dr., off Walnut St. Continued on following page

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Rotary Park, Pond View Dr., off Old Mill Rd.

Gibbons Middle School, 20 Fisher St.

Hills Farm, corner of Stoney Hill and Deer Run

Sherwood Middle School, 30 Sherwood Ave.

Haskell Fields, Haskell St.

Ireta Road Park, Ireta Rd., off West Main St.

Shrewsbury High School, 64 Holden St.

Jordan Pond, Acadia National Park, Florence St, behind Coolidge School

Spring Street School, 123 Spring St.

Lake Street Park, 590 Lake St.

Toblin Hills, Toblin Hill, off Walnut St.

Maple Avenue Fields, 100 Maple Ave.

Town Common, corner of Main St. and Route 140

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Other Facilities in Shrewsbury Corazzini Boat Ramp (State), North Quinsigamond Ave. Donahue Rowing Center, North Quinsigamond Ave. Oak Island Boat Ramp (State), Route 20, across from Edgemere Blvd.

Municipal Fields, Maple Ave. Northshore Field, Parker Road, off North Quinsigamond Oak Middle School, 45 Oak St. Paton School, 58 Grafton St. Prospect Park, 65 Prospect St.

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9-11 Memorial Field, 9 Acre Bridge Rd. Beals Preserve & Walking Trails: access from Route 30 (Main Street), Red Gate Lane, Hickory Road, or the Sudbury Reservoir Trail Breakneck Hill Conservation Land (Walking Trails), Breakneck Hill Rd. Choate Field at Woodward School, 28 Cordaville Rd. (Route 85) DePietri Field, 53 Parkerville Rd. Finn School, 60 Richards Rd. Harold E. Fay Memorial Field and Playground, Central St. Kallander Field, Kallander Dr. Lundblad Field, 53 Parkerville Rd.

Mooney Fields, 60 Parkerville Rd. Sudbury Reservoir Trail, runs East Main to Parkerville Rd. Sudbury Reservoir Trail Extension, run from Parkerville Rd. to Northborough Trottier Middle School, 49 Parkerville Rd. Wilfred J. Turenne Wildlife Habitat (Sudbury Valley Trustees), off Walnut Dr.

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Lake Chauncy Beach, 60 Lyman St. Open to Westborough and Northborough residents and their guests. Hours of operation: Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact either townĂs Recreation Department for information about day passes, season passes or lessons. Mill Pond School, 6 Olde Hickory Path Minuteman Park/Sandra Pond, Upton Road Rogers Field, 1 Rogers Road Upton Road Fields, Upton Road Veterans Freedom Park, 169A West Main St. Westborough Community Land Trust, visit www.westborough landtrust.org/index.php Westborough High School, 90 West Main St.

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PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS Reservation Purgatory Road (off Route 146), Sutton, 508-234-3733 Features deep chasm with granite walls and unique rock formations, for hiking, exploring and picnicking. Visit www.mass. gov/dcr/parks/central/purg.htm for more info.

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Callahan State Park Millwood Street, Framingham, 508-653-9641 Mix of forested and farmed 820 acres with seven miles of marked trails for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Visit www. mass.gov/dcr/parks/nor theast/ call.htm for more info. Douglas State Forest 107 Wallum Lake Road, Douglas, 508-476-7872 Forested 4,640 acres, including Wallum Lake, for swimming, boating and fishing, along with hiking, horseback riding and picnicking. Two boat ramps, boardwalk trail through fiveacre swamp. Part of the Midstate Trail, a hiking trail through central Massachusetts. Visit www.mass. gov/dcr/parks/central/doug.htm for more info.

984 Lowell St., Carlisle, 978-369-6312 1,000 acres of farmland, pasture, with remnants of 17thcentury dwellings and mills, and 20 miles of trails. Present day farming includes Holsteins. Public barn tours available on weekends.

164 Cedar Street, Hopkinton, 508-435-4303 Contains 1,500 acres of summer fun, including swimming, boating, bicycling, hiking and picnicking. Visit www.mass.gov/ dcr/parks/northeast/hpsp.htm for more info.

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Delaney Walker (8), Carson Laabs (3), and Maeve Walker (7), share a swing at the new Peaslee School playground in Northborough.

Quinsigamond State Park 10 North Lake Avenue, Worcester, 508-755-6880 Consists of Regatta Point and Lake Park on west side of Lake Quinsigamond, with swimming, sailing, boating, picnicking, tennis and fishing. Boating includes 2,000-meter rowing course. Visit www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/central/ quin.htm for more info. Upton State Forest Westborough Road, Upton, (508) 435-4303 Forested 2,600 acres for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Visit www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/ northeast/uptn.htm for more info. Wachusett Mountain State Reservation 345 Mountain Road, Princeton,

978-464-2987 Encompasses 3,000 acres around 2,006-foot Mount Wachusett and 17 miles of hiking trails, including nearly four miles of the Midstate Trail, a hiking trail through central Massachusetts. Scenic vistas, birdwatching, picnicking. Visit www. mass.gov/dcr/parks/central/wach. htm for more info. Walden Pond State Reservation 915 Walden Street, Concord, 978-369-3254 Wooded 462 acres of protected open space, with 102-foot deep glacial kettle-hole Walden Pond. Swimming, hiking, fishing, picnicking, visiting replica of Henry David ThoreauĂs one-room cabin. Visit www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/walden/ index.htm for more info. Whitehall State Park Route 135, Hopkinton, 508-435-4303 Dominated by 600-acre Whitehall Reservoir, with boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking on the small islands. Boat ramp. Visit www.mass.gov/ dcr/parks/nor theast/whit.htm for more info.

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Skin Cancer: What you should know By Ira Skolnik, M.D., Ph.D. and Pamela Weinfeld, M.D. Our skin is the largest organ in the human body. It provides the critical functions of controlling body temperature and protecting us from bacteria and viruses. Yet it’s also sub-

ject to any number of diseases and conditions, such as acne, rosacea or psoriasis. Cancer, however, remains among the most serious and prevalent among them. Skin cancer, in fact, is the most common cancer in the United States, with more

than 8,500 patients being diagnosed with the condition every day, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). So as summer approaches and people desire to spend more time outdoors, here’s a reminder about skin cancer

and the important steps you can take to prevent it. The three major types of skin cancer are basal cell, squamous cell and melanoma. Approximately 3.5 million cases of basal and squamous cell skin cancer – named for the cells of the skin in which

the cancer begins – are diagnosed every year. These types tend to grow slowly and are usually curable if found and treated early. Melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer, and its incidence has been Skin cancer page 31

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Shrewsbury – Registration for summer programs at the Gymnastics Learning Center (GLC), 574 Lake St., Shrewsbury, is now open featuring lots of activities for young children. In addition to year-round gymnastics classes starting with young tiny tots, GLC offers an extensive summer program of half- and full-day gym and swim summer camps, with extended hours available from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Camps include instructional gymnastics at GLC’s 13,000-squarefoot air-conditioned facility with state-of-the-art Olympic level gymnastics training equipment, including a sunken trampoline and “tumble trak,” competitive spring floor, and two foam landing pits. In addition to gymnastics, camps include swimming lessons and free swim, outdoor play and sports, arts and crafts and more. Facilities also include two heated swimming pools with kiddie sections, outdoor playground and play field. To learn more about GLC’s summer programs, to schedule a tour of the facilities or God’s Little Children Preschool, or to arrange a free trial gymnastics class, call 508-792-1551, email glc574@townisp.com, or visit www.gymnasticslearningcenter.org.

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rising for 30 years. ACS estimates that more than 75,000 cases of melanoma will be diagnosed this year. The good news is that when found early, melanoma can be cured. However, unlike most types of basal and squamous cell, melanoma can grow and spread quickly to other parts of the body, making it harder to treat. As a result, this form causes most of the deaths from skin cancer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; about 10,000 every year. The major risk factor for most skin cancer is exposure to ultraviolet (UV ) rays. The danger occurs from both natural UV rays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; those from the sun - and artificial UV rays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; those from tanning beds. The risk from tanning beds can be particularly perilous for teenagers: it can increase the risk of cancer later in life by 75 percent. The risk from tanning beds has been deemed so great in Massachusetts, in fact, that anyone under the age of 18 is now prohibited by law from patronizing tanning salons. A personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s risk factors for skin diseases are varied, such as family history, amount of outdoor exposure, occupation, and how we treat our skin. The type of skin one has, in fact, will determine a lot of the skin conditions a person will face in their lifetime. People are born with different skin colors, and with different levels of pigment in their skin. People with less pigment in their skin, for example, have a higher risk of skin cancer than those with more pigment. So as people spend more time outdoors, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to focus on prevention. This is particularly true for those whose occupation, such as roofing or landscaping, or those with a desire for leisure activities, like golfing, tennis, or boating, keep them outside for extended periods. Here are some preventive steps to take: Wear a sun block with a SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 30. Read the instructions for use carefully, as multiple applications are usually called for every few hours. Wear protective clothing such as a hat and shirt with long sleeves. The more your skin is covered, the better protection you have. Seek shade. Recognize that the sun is the

and limiting sun exposure, you can enjoy the outdoors and protect yourself from one of the most serious of skin conditions. For more information on skin can-

Ira Skolnik, M.D., Ph.D., (left) and Pamela Weinfeld, M.D.

strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and limit exposure between these hours. Perform a skin check regularly, looking for changes in skin coloration or changes in the appearance of moles. If something looks different, or youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not sure, check with your physician. The ACS recommends a complete skin check every year for people over 50. As dermatologists, our advice is not to try to change

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be seen ahead where the Grafton Land Trust sign marks the trail. Hikers have the option of taking two trails. Going left will take you through grassy trails that approach the Mass. Pike and going right ventures out into a spacious forest that leads to the neighborhood houses of Meadow Lane. Along these trails, you might see a wild turkey roaming through the trees. Williams Woods starts from

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Southborough Trails Committee working to expand access

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By Jane Keller Gordon Contributing Writer Southborough - Along with sprawling reservoirs, Southborough residents can enjoy an expanding network of nature trails, thanks in part to the Southborough Trails Committee (STC). Formed three years ago, this group of five plays a vital role maintaining and expanding trails, and negotiating the complicated labyrinth of agreements between the town and state, and the town and private entities. Much of the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work involves hammering out agreements with authorities on trail use, maintenance and rescue plans. The committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is â&#x20AC;&#x153;helping to protect and preserve Southboroughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural resources for all to enjoy.â&#x20AC;? Dan Frank, chair of the STC, believes that trails add major benefits to the town of Southborough. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Studies have shown that crime is generally decreased in more active towns, and that trails make the town more desirable for residents and businesses,â&#x20AC;? he said. The five STC committee members are Frank, Jeff Beane, Dan Guilford, Peter Kachajian and Tony Schoener. Each has a passion for the outdoors: Frank is a runner and triathlete; Beane teaches the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s afterschool running and tennis programs for middle school students; Guilford is a mountain biker, hiker and snowshoer; and Kachajian and Schoener have deep connections with the Boy Scouts. The STC currently manages the Southboroughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section of the Sudbury Reservoir Trail and the Bay Circuit Trail, for which there are licensing agreements with the Department of

Left: A tree is marked with a â&#x20AC;&#x153;blaze.â&#x20AC;?

Conservation and Recreation (DCR) and the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA). The committee has no budget and does no fundraising. They work closely with Southborough Recreation, which provides support for supplies, like nails and blazes (trail markers). The Sudbury Reservoir Trail follows the aqueduct from the Northborough line to the Sudbury Reservoir near the Framingham town line. Guilford recommends gaining entrance at Red Gate Lane or Ward Road. The committee is working with the MWRA, DCR, and the Southborough Department of Public Works (DPW) to improve access to the trail by adding parking, among other enhancements. The Boroughs Loop Trail, a planned 30-mile continuous loop through Marlborough, Northborough and Westborough, includes the Sudbury Reservoir Trail. Segments of the trail already exist in each town. On the western edge of Southborough, the Sudbury Reservoir Trail connects with the Crane Swamp Trail, which is managed by the Sudbury Valley Trustees. Several Boy Scouts have earned their Eagle Scout ranking by working on the Sudbury Reservoir Trail and the Bay Circuit Trail. Recently, John Bai created a measured mile on the Sudbury Reservoir Trail, which will be used by the P. Brent Trottier Middle School cross-country team. He added DCR approved crushed stone, and trimmed trees and shrubs. Bai added poles from Arrow Fence for placement of blazes at quartermile intervals. Another Scout, Anthony Zalev, is designing and will install steps to improve

access on this trail. Scouts have worked with the committee to complete a segment of the statewide Bay Circuit Trail, which is on the eastern side of town. Mark Dyer improved a section of this trail for his Eagle Scout project. The Bay Circuit Trail runs, with breaks, through 37 towns in Eastern Massachusetts. In the east, the STC is working with the DCR to connect the

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the “danger zone?” Food temps: Jean Sniffin, RN, is Century Health Systems’ Public Health Nurse. She is an expert on food safety and other related issues. Jean recommends the following: 1. Be sure to wash your hands AND produce before peeling or cutting it. If the produce has skin, cutting into or peeling it without first washing your hands and the produce can lead to contamination. 2. Remember the two-hour rule for hot foods. If hot food sits out for longer than that, harmful bacteria can grow and multiply. Keep cold foods cold by storing their containers in a bowl of ice, and drain the water and replace the ice when necessary. 3. Keep raw foods and cooked foods separate to avoid cross contamination. 4. Cook food thoroughly. The FDA suggests cooking a burger, for example, to 160 degrees and chicken to at least 165 degrees. A food thermometer can help keep you on track. Juanita Allen Kingsley, is a Wilderness EMT and teaches myriad health and safety courses. Here are some of her top tips about barbeque safety: 1. Don’t clean the grill with wire brushes. Otherwise, you risk getting a wire bristle in your food. It’s unpleasant and dangerous. Instead, clean grills with a crumpled piece of aluminum foil. 2. Lighting a grill can cause facial burns. If you press the igniter button and the grill doesn’t light immediately, turn off the gas and give the grill a few minutes before try-

ing again. The gas is heavier than air and needs time to dissipate. Otherwise, a fire can start. 3. Grills stay hot for a long time after the grilling is over. Children playing on or near grills or running around decks are at risk for burns. It’s prudent to have the grill separate from the dining and entertaining spaces if you have young children.

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Car safety The warm summer months can be dangerous for a car; tires expand in the heat and can burst. Properly inflate tires and ensure they are in good condition for a road trip. And get enough sleep before a long drive so you don’t fall asleep behind the wheel. Under no circumstances is it acceptable to leave a child alone in a car. Temperatures

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