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New Assistant Town Manager Brings Broad Experience to Ashland
Volunteers are ramping up plans for a large college and career fair and new technology
BY CYNTHIA WHITTY, WRITER
BY CYNTHIA WHITTY, WRITER
Ashland’s new assistant town manager Michael Herbert, 35, hired in May, brings broad experience from past jobs to his new role.
With the arrival of the new school year, the Ashland Education Foundation (AEFI), a notfor-profit organization, is busy working behind the scenes to help make education in the Ashland Public Schools an A-plus experience. One new initiative is collaboration with the Ashland K-12 Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) on a large career and college fair to be held in late March in the high school gymnasium. The school typically holds a fair with around 50-70 colleges, but this year the fair will involve 150 colleges and be open to parents as well as students. According to AEFI President Leslie Marci, “The fair will also have representatives from different career fields and speakers on
“I’m excited to get in on the ground floor, so to speak, with a new management team,” he said. Herbert will work with the new town manager, Anthony Schiavi, who hired him.
AEFI President Leslie Marci poses with Elizabeth Goldman, coordinator of teacher grants at the 2012 gala. Photo/submitted
everything from psychology to financial planning. Parents and students from surrounding towns will be invited to attend.” This new event will bring in families and be a place where ideas can be shared.
Incoming PTO President Kerry Luoma-Fuelhart said, “There is nothing like this in surrounding towns. Since the PTO raises funds mostly for school enrichment programs, and the high school doesn’t need these pro-
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“My main role is to assist Tony, coordinate all financial activities and head human resources,” Herbert said. “I’ve got good training in all aspects of municipal government.” A young man, with a calm demeanor, Herbert first came to Boston from Tennessee to attend Berklee College of Music, where he studied guitar and majored in music therapy. “I would see student musi-
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share the same resources, it makes sense to work together on some projects. We hope to do more sharing in the future.” “We look for innovative ways to improve teaching,” Marci added. In addition to a larger college and career fair, AEFI is looking to raise money to provide iPads for the high school. This year Ashland parents Randy Krauss and Adam Elbirt are serving as co-chairs for AEFI’s capital campaign. “We’ll be approaching local businesses and individuals for support,” Krauss said. “We plan to speak at local science organizations and companies. Our goal is to raise $63,000 for 100 iPads that will be used in the high school.” Elbirt elaborated, “We want to encourage creativity and improve the technology infrastructure and overall exposure that students have to technology so they are better
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Winners of the AEFI teacher educational grants for 2012-13.
prepared when entering college and the workforce. We hope that the organizations and individuals we visit will see the value in that.” Technology is not the only focus of the AEFI. Any teacher with an idea on how to improve learning can apply twice a year for a grant. Marci said, “Many of the AEFI grants we give to teachers involve technology, like iPads and digital cameras. Recently, however, we gave art teacher Scott Smith a grant to build wood panels on which to display art.” Another AEFI fundraising project is an annual gala. “It’s a night out with live entertainment where you really feel the entire Ashland community coming together,” Marci said. “We had record attendance last year–three hundred people attended–and raised $36,000
for the teacher grant program. At the gala, we awarded grants to 13 teachers, totaling over $38,000. We celebrated our $35,000 donation to start up a new STEM lab in the Ashland middle school and the purchase of 30 laptops and 30 iPads to support its curriculum.” Many people–parents, teachers, administrators–are working behind the scenes to make the Ashland schools an outstanding system. “We are striving to promote creativity in education and new ways to learn,” summed up Elbirt. AEFI was founded 18 years ago to supplement the school budget and encourage teachers to find innovative approaches to education. One hundred percent of what is donated goes to the schools.
AEFI Individual Donors of the Year, 2012-13, Subhendu Choudhury and Nija Sreenivasan. Photos/submitted
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Save these dates: • Career and college fair: Saturday, March 22, 1-4 p.m. in the high school gym. • 11th Annual Gala and Teacher Grants Awards Ceremony: Friday, May 11 at the Sheraton Framingham. For more information on AEFI, visit ashlandeducationfoundation.org. To find out more about the Ashland K-12 PTO, visit ashlandpto.com.
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From left to right: Karen Davidsen, last year's gala co-coordinator; State Senator Karen Spilka; AEFI past president Maribeth Morrissey; and Tina Yules, also a gala co-coordinator.
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cians heading off to practice in the middle of the night with big cups of coffee. I realized that life wasn’t for me.” Herbert wanted a more stable way to support a family than music could provide, so he switched his studies to public service, where he said, “It’s not just policy making; you see tangible results. You can affect people in a positive way. I enjoy getting things done for people in town.” Herbert pursued an education at UMass Boston, where he earned a B.A. in Community Planning and an M.S. in Public Affairs. He worked for three years in the community college system; for a year as the director of the Student Educational Research and Advocacy Center at UMass; and then for several years as a program manager at the Collins Center for Public Management. At the Collins Center, he worked full time after graduation developing and administering a grants assistance program to help cities and towns secure federal stimulus funds. The Center received $300,000 from the state to develop the program. With a team of grant writers, Herbert helped secure $8 million in federal stimulus competitive grants for those cities and towns. “The Community Innovation Challenge (CIC) Grant was wildly successful,” Herbert said. Ashland is now a participant in round three of that program.
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In 2010, Herbert left the Collins Center to become a management analyst and assistant human resources director for the City of Lowell. There, he developed and led the city’s first program for professional development and performance management and the transformation of the city’s operating budget from a line-item to a performance-based document. He staffed the lieutenant governor’s Regionalization Advisory Commission and co-authored the final report, which led to the development of the CIC Grant Program. According to the state website, the CIC grant provides incentives, such as technical assistance, training, and other one-time or transition costs for municipal leaders to work together to pursue innovative ways to deliver critical services to taxpayers more efficiently. The grant program recently awarded $4 million in funding for innovative regionalization. Herbert then served in Newton as a senior member of the mayor’s staff overseeing several IT upgrades and other large-scale projects, as the Director of Performance Management. With all of this experience, Herbert is setting his goals for Ashland. He said his top three are “to develop a comprehensive human resources system, a performance management program and an outcomes-based budgeting system.” He elaborated, “I want to incorporate the building blocks for performance-based, outcomes-based budgeting. This method answers the question, ‘Why are we spend-
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ing what we’re spending?’ I have a holistic view; tell me what you want to accomplish in a year and then we can budget.” Herbert is also interested in more regionalization for Ashland. “Regionalization can achieve efficiencies and improvements in service, though there may be no difference in the bottom line,” he said. “Ashland is currently working with Hopkinton to evaluate the feasibility of a regional fire department and has a number of regional grant-funded health initiatives, such as sharing a public health nurse program with Hopkinton and Medway and a food service inspection program. We also share conservation commission resources with the town of Upton. We’re discussing with Hopkinton the possibility of a regional building commissioner program and looking at the possibility of a regional sealer of weights and measures program.” “Ashland has great people, schools, history, a wealth of open space and a great location—situated between Worcester and Boston. As we go forward, we don’t want to detract from these things,” he said. “The Ashland Farmers’ Market, for example, has gotten people’s creative juices flowing. People here are asking, ‘What can this place look like?’ Once we establish a vision, we can use private and public partnerships to move forward.”
Assistant town manager Michael Herbert plans systems for human esources and outcomes-based budgeting and a performance management program. Photo/Michael Herbert
Herbert lives in Framingham with his wife, who is a pianist, and their four-year-old daughter. Having just returned from a visit to Tennessee, he said he’s “on a bluegrass kick” but also likes jazz – Bill Evans, Miles Davis, John Coltrane are some of his favorites – blues and rock. Herbert described his management style: “I believe in an open door policy; I want to listen to people. I’m very collaborative.” “I’m really impressed with this town,” he said. “People aren’t afraid to ask tough questions. They
volunteer their time and want to make Ashland great. I hope to stay a long time. I know it sounds trite, but I want to make a difference.” Ashland’s new management team includes town manager Tony Schiavi; town planner Nat Strosberg; DPW director Dave Manugian; and interim police chief, Stephen Doherty. To reach Michael Herbert, send an email to mherbert@ashlandmass.com or call his office, 508881-0100, ext 618.
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Greater Ashland Lions say ‘Why Not?’ When It Comes to Giving to the Community BY CYNTHIA WHITTY, WRITER
brated their 20th anniversary.
Did you know, there is not one but two hard-working Lions clubs in Ashland? Here is the story of one of them, the Greater Ashland Lions (GALS).
“Each club has its own pet projects, but we do collaborate with the Ashland Lions when it makes sense, like when we did the toll road for the Marathon tragedy victims, where money was collected from passing cars,” said Torelli, who is the current GALS president. She has been in the Lions for 32 years and president ten times.
GALS was originally part of the Ashland Lioness Club, chartered in 1979. The club was made up of 33 women from Ashland, Hopkinton, Holliston and Framingham. Lioness clubs needed a sponsoring Lions club. Some women here, and throughout the world, wanted to change that. In 1989, the International Lions decided that the Lioness women could be incorporated into Lions clubs. At the same time, Assistant District Lioness Chair Ellie Torelli approached the Ashland Lioness Club to see if they wanted to become a club on their own. “Some women preferred to join the Ashland Lions, but others said, ‘Why not form a new one,’” Torelli explained. GALS met for the first time on June 17, 1993 in the American Legion hall. On Charter night, October 22, 1993, GALS inducted 43 members; in May 2012, GALS was named the best middle-sized Lions Club in Massachusetts; and on June 21 of this year, GALS cele-
Both clubs have the same mission, which, according to the Lions Clubs International website, is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding. Torelli said that all the money the clubs raise goes to charities. This past year, with 39 members, GALS held 14 fundraisers and helped other organizations raise money for causes as well. GALS raised money through 14 meat shoots, a duck race for high school scholarships and two oldies dances for diabetes. They helped with the Boy Scout food drive, had a team in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, participated in the Mindess School afterschool reading program and helped support the Barton Center
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for Diabetes Education. Each Friday night, they volunteer at bingo selling tickets to benefit the Ashland Emergency Fund and Food Pantry. On Arbor Day, they hand out tree saplings to approximately 200 fourth graders in Ashland. This year GALS will have a speech contest for high school students with the theme, “Who would I like to be remembered as.” A new GALS member, Marla Lombard likes to help people. She knew Torelli, who explained what the Lions do. Lombard attended a meeting and decided to join. “If everyone gave back to the community, it would make a big difference in the world,” Lombard said. “It’s rewarding, and I’ve meet so many wonderful people. Ellie is a great example; everyone can learn from her.” Flo Dancause, a charter Lioness member from over 30 years ago, said, “I like what the Lions stand for. When I was a Lioness, I collected dolls for doll shows and raised money. I’d like to do a show again. Maybe, tea with dolls for parents and kids.” Torelli said that residents can find GALS’ events by checking their local newspapers or from word of mouth. This fall, GALS is planning an eye mobile for testing eyes, hearing and blood pressure at Captain Eames Circle, on Sunday, Septem-
Lions Beth Holohan and Mary Mercorelli lead the annual town Memorial Day parade. Photo/submitted
ber 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The eye mobile is open to the public. GALS will also be at the Ashland Farmers’ Market community tent on October 12, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., where they will collect used eyeglasses, coats and pennies for babies. Membership is by invitation. People who are interested in join-
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Patty O’Neil Wins “The Hero” From small town salon assistant to big time reality show winner, Patty O’Neil reflects on her new life—full of photo-ops with children at the salon and new challenges such as training for the Boston Marathon. BY REBECCA KENSIL, EDITOR While filming the “The Hero” reunion episode, Patty O’Neil’s mind went blank. A panic ran through her. She had just won. “I remember hearing the word landslide, that’s the only audible word I could remember hearing him say, and then my name,” O’Neil said. “Then looking over at my family. To look at Bobby, in that moment, it was wonderful.” “It was crazy wonderful,” O’Neil stated. Ashland’s own Patty O’Neil, 46, took a leap, joined a reality show, defeated her fears, and won. Ever since she won season one of “The Hero” on TNT and took home $610,000, she has been glowing, but she said that won’t stop her drive to work hard. “Honestly, there are no words to describe how happy I am right now. How proud I am right now,” O’Neil said. “Not a word. It’s just been an amazing experience, an amazing journey.” A hardworking mom of three children, over the years she has maintained three jobs to pay the bills—one as a full-time salon assistant at Richard Francis Salon, one as a realtor at RE/MAX Executive, and one as a holiday ringer at Macy’s. Although she came home with her victory cash, she still says she will work just as hard at her jobs. “I’ll work just as hard as I did before,” she said. “We have three children, so the money doesn’t go that far after taxes. Definitely, I’ll be working for a long time.” As for using the money, she first hopes to lighten the load of student loans, help a few families, and donate to a couple charities. “Besides the obvious, which is going to the responsible thing: pay off some debt, help the kids with their school loans, we do have some charities we’d like to donate to. A couple of families we’d like to take care of in town or donate to them. And then other than that, we’ve never really dreamed of money like this, so we’ll just see where the ride takes us.” O’Neil reflected on how the
“Rock” Dwayne Johnson challenged her and changed her life. “He keeps saying to me that he provided just the platform, but he did more than that,” she said. “He provided me inspiration. There is a saying that I think is so true to this: ‘when the student is ready, the master will appear,’ and finally something inside of me was ready to change. And the person who led me there was Dwayne Johnson. He doesn’t give himself enough credit for what he did for the O’Neil family.” When asked what skill helped her win the show, she said, “I definitely think age had a factor in me winning the show, because with age comes wisdom. You learn to stay out of the fights. You learn to not get involved with the gossip. You learn to really support your other teammates and be able to lose gracefully. I think all of that comes with age.” She explains how she is adjusting to the fame as well: “I love it! I have more children coming into the salon to say hello to me than I ever had before. People want to take pictures. It’s very empowering. It’s a wonderful feeling. These kids are amazing. It’s really great to see them. Honestly, it’s really something important to them too.” She even has used the social media website Twitter to interact with fans. O’Neil overcame her fear of flying on the show, and one day a young lady tweeted to her about how she was hopping on a flight to Los Angeles and was so scared. O’Neil tweeted back and told her what she does to stay calm, and the conversation helped her through the flight. O’Neil said, “She said she overcame her fear because of me on the show, and my support through the whole day made her feel so great. That’s what it is all about.” While O’Neil isn’t looking to do another reality show, she said she wouldn’t mind working on a way to help mothers rediscover who they are. “If that’s in my future, I say bring it on, because I definitely can say your 20s are all about dating and having fun, and you, and then your
30s are about your children, your 40s are more about your kids but more about trying to rediscover who you are. And it’s wonderful.” Lately, O’Neil has been focusing on another heroic task—training for her first Boston Marathon. She runs five days a week to reach that goal. Besides that, she just hopes to help others. “I’m just going to let this ride take me where it wants to take me. I don’t know yet where it is going to lead me, but hopefully it will be someplace great and good for other people. And that I can do something with this show, being named the Hero, and be positive.” O’Neil thanked Ashland and America for voting for her.
Ashland resident Patty O’Neil won the reality show “The Hero” and learned much from the show’s host, “The Rock” Dwayne Johnson. Photo/submitted
“Thank you to everyone who voted for me. That’s just beyond words. I definitely won’t be able to express to America how grateful I
am for that vote and that they had that kind of confidence in me to vote me the hero. That was really awesome.”
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Young Adult Section at Ashland Library—“Hunger Games” and More Aiming to ace your classes and pick up a few good reads this year? Check out the library resources for young adults. BY REBECCA KENSIL, EDITOR August is gone. Another school year has arrived. Ashland students will once again be cramming for tests, studying languages, and writing papers at the library. Young Adult and Librarian Pam Reference Aghababian, 31, is happy to help middle and high school students use the library and find book selections, and not just academic ones. She stated, “I’ve been here since October. I have a background in book selling, and I just really love reading Young Adult stuff and talking about it and being generally nerdy about it. I am always happy to talk about books or give recommendations for books. I’m here, I’m around, and I’m happy to talk to students.”
In a recent interview, she explains how students can take advantage of the library resources for schoolwork and fun reads. Q: how can students use the library to study? A: We have plenty of space if they need to be out of their homes for a place to work. We have quiet study rooms. We have computers with Internet access. We have the obvious books and databases. Q: can you describe the work environment students have to study at the library? A: We have two quiet study rooms, which fit two or three people, if they want to work in a small group. As soon as the door gets closed, then they have quiet
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of the library. It ranges from Cambridge to… I think we are the farthest west. There are a whole bunch of Metrowest libraries. Q: do you have a tutoring program for students? A: We don’t have anything set up right now. It has been mentioned by our Teen Advisory Board that that is something they are interested in, but nothing has been planned. Q: do you have any advice for students looking to ace their classes this school year? A: Absolutely. Come in and talk to the librarians. We know a lot more than they think we know. We are totally happy to help you find something that is maybe not exactly what you think you need but is really going to help fill in the holes for studying. Also, don’t forget about audio books and ebooks, because we have tons of those. Especially for fiction assignments, you can listen to an audio book. I say it counts as reading the book. Some people don’t, but I think it does. Q: do you have any upcoming young adult events at the library? A: Absolutely. Every month we have a Teen Advisory Board meeting. The Teen Advisory Board helps plan events that are happening at the library. A lot of times they like to throw parties for the little kids. They also help me pick materials for the young adult room. That’s one hour each month, and it counts as community service. Also, in September
I am going to do a workshop on creating afterschool snacks, such as baking in a mug. That’s September 10th at 4 p.m. Every month I try to do a craft, and I also do a game night. I have a game night later in September, the 26th. Q: What would you say the most frequently checked out book at the young adult library? A: I don’t have an actual record of it, but I would say right now it’s the “Hunger Games” series and “Divergent,” because those movies are coming out, and people are getting excited about those. And also, surprisingly, the “Garfield” books…the comic books. Our graphic novels go out a lot, but “Garfield” gets checked out more than anything. Q: does the young adult library have social media accounts? A: We have a Facebook page and a Pinterest page just for the teen room. Facebook, I use it more for events. Pinterest I am using more to put together book lists. I am a big social media person. We have a small website for the library itself, but it’s a way for kids to be able to find stuff. Q: do you have anything else you would like to tell students? A: If you want one-on-one help, it’s really easy to get it here. Don’t be afraid to come in and ask. That’s why we’re here. Contact Pam at paghababian@minlib.net or 508-881-0134 if you have any questions about the library.
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Sha'arei Shalom Community Announcements high holiday services Sept. 4, 6:30 p.m. – Erev Rosh Hashanah (Ashland Community Center) Sept. 5, 9:30 a.m. – Rosh Hashanah Day 1 (Federated Church Building) Sept. 6, 9:30 a.m. – Rosh Hashanah Day 2 (Federated Church Building) Sept. 13, 6:30 p.m. – Kol Nidre (Federated Church Building)
Sept. 14, 9:30 a.m. – Yom Kippur (Federated Church Building) 6:30 p.m. – Mincha/Neilah (Federated Church Building) Ashland Community Center is located at 162 West Union St., Ashland
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Friday night service with Rabbi Margie. A community Oneg Shabbat will follow. Ashland Community Center, 162 West Union Street Web: shaareishalom.org, Phone: 508-2314700 Email: info@shaareishalom.org Address: Sha’arei Shalom P.O. Box 454 Ashland, MA 01721
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Registration will be on Saturday, Sept. 7 after the 4:30 p.m. Mass, Sunday, Sept. 8, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 9 and 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Catechetical Sunday is Sept. 15. There will be a blessing for all catechists at the weekend Masses on Sept. 14 and 15.
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Classes begin the week of Sept. 22 for grades K-7. Grade 8 will begin on October 3. Confirmation classes begin with a parent/student orientation on Oct. 6.
MASS OF THANKSGIVING Saint Cecilia Parish will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving for the Golden Anniversary of the building of our Church on Sept. 22 at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Edyvean. Reception to follow in the Family Center.
LUNCH BRUNCH Our new season begins on Thursday, Sept. 26 with social time at 11:30 a.m. and lunch at noon in the Family Center. It’s pot-luck, so remember to bring a dish to share serving 4-6. All are welcome.
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Living Healthy Yoga Tip for being at Ease We are a culture that likes to sit in chairs as compared to the floor or the ground. Chairs are designed to offer support. How much support are you able to receive from a chair. While you're reading this tip, allow yourself to take the "full sup-
port" of the chair. Let your weight lean down into the seat of the chair. Allow your whole back to lean into the back of the chair. Take an easy breath in and out. Notice how your body is more able to release a layer or two of tension. Your body may
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Backpack Safety Can Prevent Serious Injuries Trips and falls on the playground may account for the majority of injuries that send school children to the nurse's office. But backpacks cause their fair share of injuries as well. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates there are more than 7,300 backpack-related injuries per year. Children routinely carry more than the recommended weight in school backpacks and, compounding the problem, also carry their bags incorrectly. The American Academy of Pediatrics and other medical agencies recommend that a child's backpack should weigh no more than 10 to 20 percent of the child's body weight. However, this figure should be adjusted based on a child's fitness level and strength. That means that the average sevenyear-old second grader who
weighs between 55 and 60 pounds should be carrying no more than 11 to 12 pounds in his or her backpack. A backpack that is too heavy may cause • red marks on the shoulders or back from the straps • tingling or numbness in the arms and back • changes in posture when wearing the backpack, and • pain anywhere in the back. To compound these problems, which also may include nerve damage resulting from pressure on nerves in the shoulders, children should lighten their loads and carry backpacks correctly. The following tips are some additional ways youngsters can prevent backpackrelated injuries. • Carry only necessary items. Children should only carry what is required for that particular school day in their backpacks. If teachers routinely have students carry home many heavy books, parents can consult with the teachers to see if there are other options.
• Distribute weight evenly. Items in the backpack should be spread out to distribute the weight across the entire back. Heavier items should be at the bottom of the pack. • Use both straps. Using only one strap shifts the backpack weight to one side, causing the back and shoulders to strain. Many orthopedists have reported treating children with back or shoulder pain as the result of carrying backpacks incorrectly. • Choose the correct backpack size. The size of the backpack should match the scale of the child and should rest evenly in the middle of the child's back. • Lift safely. Children should lift their backpacks by bending their knees and lifting to protect their backs. There are some safety features parents can look for when purchasing backpacks. A padded back reduces pressure on the muscles and can be more comfortable, while compression straps make the backpack more sturdy. Additionally, reflective material on the backpack can make the child more visible to motorists.
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Living Healthy 8 Things You Should Know About Orthodontic Treatment A Few helpful tips if you are looking for orthodontic treatment for yourself or your child • there is no age limit for orthodontics One of the many misconceptions out there is that orthodontics is only for kids and teens. When in fact, 25 percent of all orthodontic patients are adults! Orthodontists are now able to treat adults with highly esthetic orthodontic appliances, such as clear braces, lingual braces (braces placed behind the teeth) and Invisalign. As long as your teeth and gums are healthy, you can benefit from orthodontics at any age. • the importance of a proper “bite” There is more to orthodontics than just straightening teeth. One of the most important things an orthodontist will evaluate is your “bite,” the relationship between your top and bottom teeth. A proper “bite” will allow healthy function during chewing and speech, and minimize future abnormal wear of the teeth. • a board certified orthodontist has gone a step beyond An orthodontist has completed
an additional 2-3 years of school beyond dental school. Additionally, only 20% of all orthodontist are board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), achieving an elite level within the profession. • the initial consult is complimentary Consulting with an orthodontist is complimentary, and can determine if you could benefit from orthodontic treatment. After careful analysis of the nature of your needed correction, your orthodontist will recommend the types of braces, how long your treatment might be, and the costs. • the type of bracket, or “brace,” does not matter There are many types of brackets, and there many different orthodontic supply companies that spend a lot of money on marketing. Any good orthodontist will tell you this truth: it’s not the
bracket that makes the difference, it’s the technique and experience of the orthodontist. • brushing and flossing will be even more important When you have braces or Invisalign, you will need to brush your teeth ideally after every meal. You will need to visit your general dentist every 6 months for your regularly scheduled cleanings. • yes, there will be tooth “pressure” It doesn’t hurt to get the braces on your teeth, but the pressure will come a day or two later. Your lips and cheeks will also need to get used to the brackets. During the initial stage, dental wax may help. Within a few weeks, the braces won’t bother you, and the day you get them off, it will feel odd not to have them!
• you will need retainers after Studies show that the only way to prevent tooth movement after orthodontics is lifetime retention. Your orthodontist will take molds of your teeth after orthodontic treatment, and instruct you on the frequency of retainer wear.
You can request an orthodontic consultation by Dr. Elizabeth Blake at 508-435-0100, and visit the website at elizabethblakeorthodontics.com. Dr. Blake is a Board Certified Orthodontist at 77 Main St. in Hopkinton. She offers traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign, and Incognito (braces behind the teeth).
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WACA-TV’s New, State-of-the-Art Studio is Evolving with the Town BY CYNTHIA WHITTY, WRITER Earlier this summer, WACATV, the town’s public access cable station, moved to state-ofthe-art studios at 200 Butterfield Drive. Steve Uliss, vice president on WACA’s board of directors, said they have been
planning a move for about eight years. “We methodically planned, conducting feasibility studies. We were waiting for everything to go to high-definition,” Uliss said. “The town is evolving, too. We needed to be able to bring the
station up to the level it should be to provide high-quality coverage for the town’s many meetings and activities.” High-definition is the new current video standard for U.S. television and has over double the resolution than standard definition, which was used through the 1990s, according to “Media and Culture” by Richard Campbell. Uliss said, “We started to look for space two years ago. There was no room to grow where we were.” Since 1997, the station had a 1,800-square-foot studio at the Ashland middle school. The WACA-TV has two state-of-the-art studios in its new location at 200 Butternew location greatly expands field Drive. Photos/submitted that space.
Programming plans for the new studios include more arts and entertainment, such as concerts that residents can attend, art shows and a film festival.
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“We needed a conference room and space for training,” Executive Director Barbara Chisholm said. The new 3,800-square-foot studio also has two high-definition studios: Studio A has a modular, interlocking set for varied programming like news and entertainment. Studio B contains a kitchen for cooking shows.
Above, there is storage space and a camera that can shoot overhead close-ups. It cost almost $400,000 to get into the new studios. Uliss explained that WACA-TV is a nonprofit that “runs on a percentage of cable revenue. We operate WACA-TV as a business; we run
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a very conservative operation. We get no money from the town. The new studios are more efficient, designed and soundproofed the right way for quality programming.” “Ashland is growing,” Uliss said. “The new studios will bring all parts of Ashland together – our new playing fields, town hall, our library. We want to bring arts and entertainment into the studio, too. We want everyone to love Ashland as we do.” Paul Beaudoin, the station’s production director, describes plans to reach out to the community more and for additional arts and entertainment programming. “In the Studio B, we can set up a table for how-to shows for carpentry, knitting or gardening. There’s also space for an art gallery when we’re not filming.”
Charlie Giargiari, a college junior majoring in communications, worked at WACA-TV all through his Ashland high school years. He is now working at the UMass Lowell Campus Recreation Center, where he said, “I got employed because of what I learned at WACA. It was a real training opportunity.”
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“Studio A can accommodate local musicians,” Beaudoin said. “The musicians can get exposure and receive a copy of their performance.” Beaudoin is also thinking of a winter concert series and a film festival, with short pieces from local filmmakers, next year. “The studio can hold a small audience,” he said. “A lot will depend on volunteers.” Anyone interested in proposing a show and/or volunteering can call the studio, 508-881-9222. The public is invited to the WACA TV Open House on Sunday, Sept. 8, 1 to 4 p.m. at its new studio, 200 Butterfield Drive (off Rt. 126).
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Enjoy the Season’s Beauty and Bounty at Ashland Community Gardens
Art meet-ups are open to the public. There are no rain dates. Bring your own art supplies, folding chair, bug repellant, and water to drink. Art Meet-Up at ACG at Stone Park, Park Road: Saturday, Sept. 7, 5 to 7 p.m.
Art Meet-Ups at ACG at Cutler Mill Herb Farm, 171 Fountain Street: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Parking: Please do not park on the paved driveway for art meet-ups. Drive down a dirt road to the left of the red barn house and park on the grass behind the barn or near the woodpile. Other September events:
Ashland Day: Saturday, September 21. Visit the garden for kids’ activities and the booth on the field for information. Sign up for our emails and the garden waitlist. ACG potluck at Stone Park—for all ACG gardeners: Sunday, Sept. 8, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Bring appetizers and soups to share and a folding chair for yourself. Built in 2009 on an old tennis court behind the gazebo at Stone Park, Ashland Community Gardens has 56 garden beds.
Getting Children Interested in Science and Nature Have you ever noticed how many times your young child asks you a question in a minute, an hour, or a day? Although at times exhausting, it is important that we, as adults, stop and answer these questions or, aid our child’s own discovery by asking what he or she thinks the answer might be. By asking these questions, children begin to formulate their ideas and understanding of their world. As we nurture and support this curiosity, children begin to solve problems, conceptualize, and figure out how things work.
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Earlier this year, Ashland Eagle Scout Mac Underwood, Eagle Scout, Boy Scout Troop 2 (far right) and his team (l to r: Michael Doktor, Eagle Scout, Adult Leader of Troop 2, Michael Robertson, Boy Scout Troop 2, Kevin Underwood, Committee Chair Troop 2) created six-10 ft. x 10 ft. garden beds as a pilot project for Ashland Community Gardens. The new garden is located at Cutler Mill Herb Farm, 171 Fountain St. Other Scouts that helped but not pictured are Tyler Colavita, Matt Franklin and Jacob Sewell. Photo/Florence Seidell
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AFM Jingle Has Biscuit and Bluegrass Roots How did that quirky and tuneful Ashland Farmers’ Market jingle come to be? BY REBECCA KENSIL, EDITOR Every Saturday this summer, the same bluegrass tune has played repeatedly: The Ashland Farmers’ Market (AFM) jingle. Kate Hanson, who wrote the song with her husband Tom, explained how they created the catchy tune. Hanson, a member of the AFM marketing committee, set out to write a PSA for WACA-TV, the local community access TV station. Yet she thought a jingle would be even more effective. The PSA already sort of rhymed, so to create it she used most of the words from that. In addition, she was inspired by a jingle she had heard many times before. “Basically, I was thinking about A Prairie Home Companion. They do this thing about powder milk biscuits,” Hanson said. “That was
kind of going through my head. I thought, oh, that’s kind of funny, and so it was kind of in one piece in my head, and so it was pretty easy to put together.” Similar to the biscuit song, the jingle has a bluegrass sound. Hanson and her husband have played bluegrass together for fun over 30 years. “It’s a lively, kind of happy sound, with the banjo and the guitar, and a chorus that is easy to sing,” Hanson said. With the music and lyrics set, they recorded the jingle at the Old North Music Co, a premiere sponsor of the market. The song was recorded with Hanson on bass and guitar and her husband Tom on banjo, along with their vocals. Her husband even barked at the end during the part that says “you can bring your dog around.” The song was first debuted at the benefit concert in April to raise awareness about the market. Hanson and her husband played with just guitar and banjo. Hanson said. “I’m actually quite surprised, but sometimes as a mu-
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Tom and Kate Hanson, who wrote the Ashland Farmers’ Market jingle, performed the jingle for the first time at a benefit concert in April.
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Taylor Carson Hits Every Note BY ELIZABETH RICKETSON, WRITER Just close your eyes, sit back, and let Taylor Carson’s music and voice wash over you. Ashland’s own Taylor Carson, 17, is extraordinarily talented and accomplished for a person of such young years. I spoke with Carson soon after she had finished work for the day at her summer job as a camp counselor at Everwood Day Camp in Sharon, Mass. She is working with children ages 10 and 11, where their summer days are spent swimming, playing sports and listening to Carson strumming the guitar and singing. Carson also helped with the camp’s musical production this summer and used her musical expertise in everything she did. Carson started singing in second grade; participation in St. Cecila’s Church choir was her first experience with chorus as well as finding her way to singing in the Ashland Mindess School chorus. During her middle school years, her focus was on the flute and playing in the school band. In high school she returned to singing in both the concert and chamber chorus. This year, her senior year, she will be joining the concert choir once again. Passionately and prolifically, she started writing music her freshman year. Carson’s original musical composition “Fly Away” is a love story based on Suzanne Collin’s book “The Hunger Games.” While “Fly Away” is a love story, she assured me that it is not based on personal experience or that of anyone she knows. In other words Taylor did not have a “Taylor Swift moment.” Encouragement from her parents to perform in local shows and open mic nights has professionally propelled Carson forward. As early as 8th grade, she was performing publically at Stone’s Public House and singing at open mic nights at different venues including Border Cafe. Asked if she gets nervous before a performance, there was a resounding “yes” but the more she performs the easier it is getting. Reflecting on the stage fright Carson felt prior to her performance at Stone’s Public House, when friends and family were in attendance, she said, “When I forget about myself and the nervousness, focus on the music and how it sounds, I am fine.”
Carson had a breakthrough performance at the National Honor Society Talent Show where she performed a Kate Voegele song “Forever and Almost Always.” She remembers this performance because she had rearranged Voegele’s song and simply had fun performing it, resulting in cheers from her audience. Musically proficient is an understatement since while Carson has played the flute for a number of years she is also self-taught in both the piano and guitar. She uses her piano playing abilities to compose her music. Central District-Massachusetts Music Educators’ Association (CDMMEA) competitions are held annually and are highly competitive. For more details go to cdmmea.org/senior-festival.html. Carson remarked that it is a very different experience when competing with so many other serious, talented and accomplished singers - “Everyone was so good!” Last year, her junior year in high school, she had the distinction of being selected at Districts to advance to All States, which is not only an honor but also testament to her outstanding talent. Carson was so excited to have been chosen but could not compete at All States, as she hoped, since she was the lead in her high school musical and the dates conflicted. Happily, she will be trying out for Districts again this year and the calendar has been checked and marked, leaving Carson free to compete at All States should she be selected again. Julie Hausmann, Carson’s voice teacher (juliehausmann.com), brings extensive skills in preparing students for District competitions
with an impressive biography of her own. Hausmann has not only been her voice coach but has been one of her advisor’s regarding her college and professional aspirations. While singing, writing and performing will always be part of Carson’s repertoire, there is a very mature, practical and insightful thought process she is entertaining. One can look forward to hearing Carson sing and play whether it is in her church choir or an acapella group in college, but she is considering and interested in pursuing a degree in Speech and Language Pathology. She feels it is “hard to maintain a professional music career” and this academic pursuit would offer her the opportunity to work with voice students and in the theater. Carson has always had an affinity for science, anatomy and biology, so this in fact would be the perfect blend of music and science or as Carson so succinctly put it “the best of both worlds.” Carson’s recent performance at the Ashland Farmers Market (AFM) July 20 was a huge success, singing songs from Katy Perry, Mandy Moore and the Beatles. Carson’s father, Bill, the Ashland Music Association president, organized and asked Ashland music students to perform for 15 minutes Aug. 31 at the AFM where Carson played as well. What is next for Carson? A very busy senior year, college applications, preparation for Districts with hopes of being selected for All States again this academic year, and more performances. A stunning website (taylorcarsonmusic.com), YouTube videos, musical talent, strong family support, and thoughtful vision for the future have created a formula for success.
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Health and Nutrition Day at Ashland Farmers Market Biking, yoga, tai chi, food demos and tastings on Sept. 7 Find all things healthy at the Ashland Farmers Market (AFM) on Sept. 7. Bike to the market, and then join the Tour de Ashland bike ride. A short familyfriendly ride departs at 9:30 and an intermediate 10-15 mile ride departs at 10:30. Both rides begin and end at the AFM. Experienced AMC leader Valerie Paul will be your guide. Watch students of Jae H. Kim Taekwon-do Institute of Ashland perform from 11:15 to 11:45 at the Old North Music Stage. Young and old can participate in yoga with Lisa Price of The Red Dress and mindfulness with Lisa Campbell. Bring your chair, or we’ll provide one, to join Joanne Fahy do “Gentle Motion” tai chi. And swing your hips with Kat Suwalski of WildKat Hoops. Check out vegetable fermentation demonstrations by author
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Avery's owners moved out of their home and cast her and her kittens outside to fend for themselves. Fortunately, they made their way to MetroWest and spent time in foster care until her kittens were old enough to be adopted. Avery is now at the shelter and waiting for her new family to come along. She is an adorable girl and pretty close to perfect - a true lovebug whose favorite past-time is being with the volunteers at the shelter - she LOVES attention! Avery is just under 2 years old and would do wonderfully in any household. Need to complete your home with a loving kitty? Avery will do just that!
Sandy:
Meet our pretty girl, Sandy, and what a doll - a social butterfly who absolutely loves people - just give her lots of pets and she is happy as a clam. Because Sandy thrives on attention from her human friends, we really would love to find her a home where someone is home a lot during the day. Come meet this sweetie-pie - she definitely will warm your heart. Sandy is a youngster at 2 years old and has the spirit of a kitten.
Planning Ashland Open Space, Sept. 17 The Board of Selectmen (BOS) will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 7 p.m. at the Ashland High School auditorium. The public is invited to attend to share their vision for Ashland’s open space.
Prince:
Unfortunately, the only family Prince has known for six years was no longer able to take care of him, so his one wish now is to find another home where he can be loved and happy. Prince is definitely a sweetheart of a cat who has so much to give a family. He is gentle, loving, and such a joy to be around. As soon as you walk into his room, he is right there looking for lots of pets. Prince does well with older children, but we think he would prefer to be an only cat come meet this wonderful boy - he will warm your heart.
Yoshe:
This little lady has the look and personality of a Bengal but no papers to prove it. She has been raised to be a princess and at this point has shown us that her food preference is chicken and we don't mean chicken flavored cat food. We mean roasted chicken! She has also shown us that she expects to be a pampered ONLY cat. As you can see from this description of the breed taken from the internet, these cats are bright and active as well as beautiful. Yoshe can be a chatterbox as well. Bengals are extremely intelligent cats who form strong bonds with their owners. They love to interact with their humans and are always found at the center of any family activity. The Bengal's activity level is very high and they love to play, run and leap. They are great climbers and jumpers. They could at times be described as mischievous. Seeking professional to share and or sublet
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Contact Sheryl Merchant, president of the MetroWest Humane Society for more info on these cats. Email mwhspaw@yahoo.com, call 508-875-3776, or visit metrowesthumanesociety.org. The MetroWest Humane Society is located at 30 Pond St., Ashland, MA.
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There will be several presentations, including one showing all open space in Ashland; one on the field study and a projection of future needs; and one by the Land Stewardship Committee about what has been happening at Warren Woods. For more information, contact the BOS at boardofselectmen@ashlandmass.com.
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Sports Close Loss for Ashland American Legion Team at Tournament BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY STAFF SPORTS WRITER
posing batters at bay, Ashland did what it needed to do at the plate to rack up the wins. Sullivan considers post 77 to be a well balanced team when it comes to hitting; Ashland had only one batter hit over .400, while eight of the team’s nine starters eclipsed the .300 level.
Having advanced into the sectionals of the Zone 5 post-season two years ago, Ashland fell to 713 last summer, and Coach Dan Sullivan really didn’t know where his team fit in this season. Post 77 came to play this year, finishing 14-6 and earning second place in Zone 5A.
At the plate, it was right fielder Steve Mahoney, a junior from Holliston that was the team’s top hitter, batting .431 with an on base percentage of .517. Brendan Thurber was right behind Mahoney hitting at a .370 clip with 27 hits and 20 RBI.
Ashland opened the season playing .500 ball (4-4) before putting things together and winning 10 of their last 12 games. Their only two loses during that stretch were by single runs (2-1 to Lowell and 3-2 to Billerica). “This year’s record is typically where we are but coming into this season we had a lot of new guys on our roster and I didn’t know what our expectations were going to be,” Coach Sullivan said. “We’ve been playing well and if we continue to do so we should be successful over the next two weeks or so.” Post 77 went into the tournament on a roll and grabbed wins against Malden (11-2) and Tyngsboro (7-6) in the first round before falling to Hudson (9-3) in the double elimination tournament. Evan Park secured the win on the mound against Malden, while Ben Smith picked up the win against Tyngsboro in relief. The Ashland squad quickly put the Hudson loss behind them and began focusing on the task at hand – North Chelmsford. Nick Edwards was given the ball, and the Ashland bats came alive, winning 7-0 to advance into the
While the big bats were producing as they should have, down at the bottom of the Ashland lineup Sullivan was getting decent results with Ben Palleiko and Kyle Goulet, batting eighth and ninth respectively. Palleiko hit .333 with a team leading 17 walks while Goulet batted .352. Evan Parks pitching to Malden. Photos/Christopher Tremblay
Zone 5 Championship game. Unfortunately, Ashland hooked up with the only team to have beaten them in some time and while the game was a lot closer than the first time, Hudson took home the title with a 6-5 over the local boys. “It was tough to lose in the championship game, but we had a great season,” the coach said. “When you win 17 games, that’s a productive season; the coaching staff is very pleased with the performances throughout the year.”
Pitching was a big part of getting Ashland into the championship game. Park, a sophomore from Hopkinton, was the ace of the squad going 5-1 with 3 complete games and an ERA of 2.10. Bellingham’s Smith was 2-2 on the mound with a 2.72 ERA, while leading the team in extra base hits (7 doubles, 2 triples and 3 homeruns), knocked in 22 runs and batted .370 at the plate. Sullivan was ecstatic about his top two pitchers’ performances, both on the mound as well as in the batter’s box.
“When half of your games are complete games that type of pitching leads to success,” Sullivan said of Park. “We don’t have a team full of superstars, but you’ve got to credit Ben. He had an outstanding year and carried this team at times.” Connor Birch and Edwards picked up the rest of the regular season wins for Ashland. Birch finished 3-1 with two saves while Edwards was 2-2 with a 2.69 ERA and two saves. As the pitching staff held op-
“Hitting the way they did from the bottom of the lineup was huge,” Sullivan said. “Their production from the eighth and ninth spot carried over to the top of the lineup and gave us a jump start to our top hitters.” In addition to his plate presence, Palleiko was also a force behind the plate. The Ashland catcher not only called all of the pitchers from behind the dish, but also kept opposing runners close to the base due to his strong arm and great accuracy at throwing out attempted base stealers. Although there were many subtle surprises that led Post 77 near the top of the Zone 5A standings, it was the overall play of third baseman Kevin Guiliano that really surprised the coach. Not only did the Bellingham athlete play a stellar hot corner, but he was a very solid hitter batting .377 from the cleanup spot; in addition to coming through in the clutch with some big hits. The near miss at the Championship has Ashland already looking forward to next season. According to the coach, the majority of the team should be back, and Post 77 should once again be in the mix in 2014.
Kyle Goulet stealing second.
Kevin Guiliano at the plate.
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Sports Giargiari: An Ashland Legend as a Player and Coach BY KEN HAMWEY
lying on speed, he hit over .400 his senior year and was outstanding in centerfield.
STAFF SPORTS WRITER He’s known as “Scooch’’ and the mere mention of the nickname ignites indelible memories of one of Ashland’s favorite sons.
After a year of prep school, Giargiari enrolled at Holy Cross but developed hepatitis after his frosh season and battled to overcome it during his college days.
“Scooch’’ Giargiari, a 1954 graduate of Ashland High, was a three-sport star for the Clockers. He quarterbacked the football team to an undefeated season as a junior in 1952, averaged 14 points as a forward in basketball and was a solid .350 hitter during a four-year baseball career.
“The disease saps your strength,’’ he said. “But, I played football on defense and went 6-for-6 in my first baseball game. They were all singles. The next game I got two more singles and had eight straight hits.’’ A business major, Giargiari graduated in 1959 and began substitute teaching and working as an assistant coach in Hopkinton. He also coached at Millis as an assistant for two years, then arrived at Marian in 1963.
Giargiari, who earned a full scholarship to play football at Holy Cross, created an even louder buzz in his hometown when he was hired to coach the football team, which had a 7-29 record before he took the reins in 1973. What transpired after two losing seasons with Giargiari at the helm was an ultra-successful run that made the Clockers the envy of the Tri Valley League. Giargiari led Ashland to an 8-2 record in 1975, a 9-1 mark in 1976 and an unbeaten 10-0 record in 1977 that landed the Clockers in the Super Bowl. Successful players sometimes fail as coaches, especially in their hometowns. Not in Giargiari’s case. The calm demeanor he exhibited as Marian High’s football and baseball coach translated to a 27-3 record during a three-year stretch at Ashland. “I left Marian for Ashland because I felt that if I could turn it around, I owed it to the town to try,’’ Giargiari said. “My family and Ashland football go way back. My dad was ‘Grump’ Walker’s first captain and I had three uncles who played.’’ Now 77, Giargiari vividly recalls Ashland’s showdown battle with Medway in 1977 when both teams were unbeaten at 80. The TVL title was at stake and so, too, was a berth in the Super Bowl. What happened that Friday night at Walker Field was stunning. “There were 7,000 fans at that game,’’ Giargiari noted. “That
Local legend “Scooch’’ Giargiari, a 1954 graduate of Ashland High, has an impressive repertoire as a star player and coach. Photo/Pauline Hamwey
was the biggest crowd to watch a football game at Ashland, and it’s still the largest crowd in TVL history. We won, 20-0, and later were in the Super Bowl at Nickerson Field where we lost to Hull, 20-9.’’ Giargiari, who still works as a financial planner, cherishes that special feeling of 1977.
“It was nice to give back to the town,’’ he said. “I wanted the kids to develop a sense of togetherness.’’ Giargiari’s career as a player, coach and athletic director was spiced with success and comfort. A 6-foot-1, 175-pound quarterback/tailback, he won the area scoring title with 96 points. Re-
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“We were 43-18 for seven seasons in football and we had a 64 percent winning record in baseball,’’ Giargiari recalled. “Our 15-10 upset of Malden Catholic in 1971 was unbelievable. They had yielded only 18 points all season and were the best in the league.’’ At Marian, Giargiari, who was the athletic director for five years, coached two eventual NFL players — Peter Cronan and Fred Willis — and he also coached Dave Schuler, who played in the Major Leagues. When Ashland called in 1973,
Giargiari accepted. He had taught his previous players to always “do the right thing,’’ and in this case he saw it that way. “Wherever I coached, I felt winning would take care of itself if I did the right thing,’’ he emphasized. “That’s probably why coaching was comfortable for me.’’ Giargiari eventually left Ashland in 1979 and took the varsity post at Framingham South where he had a 10-10 record in two years. While he coached at Ashland and Framingham, he taught at Keefe Tech and spent 36 years in education. “I’ve got no regrets,’’ he said. “My players learned the value of athletic disciplines, knowing that the football field is a great classroom where life lessons are learned.’’ An Ashland native, Giargiari and his wife Claire have two children and four grandchildren. His role model was his later mother (Helen) who was always supportive. Inducted into the Mass. Football Coaches Hall of Fame in 1991, Giargiari’s teams were flamboyant on offense, and his style was calm but firm. He led Ashland to unbeaten seasons as a player and a coach, making “Scooch’’ a true Ashland legend.
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September 1, 2013
Ashland Wins Tri-Valley Summer Baseball League Tournament
The 2013 Ashland Tri-Valley Summer Baseball Team. Photo/submitted
BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY STAFF SPORTS WRITER Six years ago, the majority of this year’s Ashland 13-year olds playing in the Tri-Valley League Summer Baseball program met up on a
field for the first time. While some may have played little league together prior to meeting up in the summer league, most of the athletes have been playing baseball together for a lengthy period of time.
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As 9-year olds, they made it to the finals of the Tondorf Tournament for the first time only to lose to Hopkinton. Three years later, they once again graced the Medway tournament’s finals and for the second time in four years fell short; this time losing to Hopedale. This summer these same kids wanted to not only make the finals of the Tri-Valley League Summer Baseball, but they also wanted to be able to hoist the trophy. “These kids have been together for the past six years for the most part,” Ashland Coach Vincent Crupi said. “They have become good ball players who are very competitive and have a burning desire to succeed. This year they accomplished that.”
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Having finished in first place during the regular season with a 73-2 record, Ashland entered the tournament as the top seed. In the double elimination tournament Ashland was able to stay in the winner’s bracket all the way to the championship series having defeated Millis 6-2 in the first game and followed that up with a 17-4 in a mercy rule game shortened contest against Hopedale. In the three game Championship series, Ashland would once again square off against Hopedale, the team that only a year ago beat
them in the Tandorf Championship. Ashland would take game one with a 4-1 victory behind the pitching of Shane Leary and Michael Crupi. Looking to stay alive in the tournament and avoid a two game sweep, Hopedale bounced back, grabbing a 7-1 win and forcing the series to go the distance. The winner take all game was one for the ages with Ashland eventually finally prevailing 3-2 in ten innings. Unfortunately for Hopedale, they ran out of pitchers and eventually lost the game on a bases loaded walk. “It’s not exactly the way you hope to win, but a win is a win,” the coach said. “We had stronger pitching than they did; they were running low on pitching while we had the depth to go further. In fact, we had enough pitching depth to go another three or four innings.” Due to the rule in how many innings one athlete can pitch in the series Ashland was forced to go with four pitchers. Leary started the game, but was only allowed to go one inning. He was followed by Crupi (4 innings), Ethan Tumienski (1 inning) and Ronan Bates (4 innings). Bates was the pitcher of record and got the win. Through the regular season Leary and Crupi fueled the Ash-
land pitching staff, but they were also spelled by Evan Smith and Joe Schelling, who was also the team’s leadoff hitter and was hurt for the final two games. At the plate, Ashland was led by Schelling (centerfield), Leary (who also saw time at first and third when he was pitching), Trevor DePeron (a versatile utility player), Crupi (shortstop), Ryan Holas (left field) and Bates (catcher). The biggest hitter for the Ashland squad was Smith, a power hitter who had a grand slam in the 17-4 win over Hopedale during the regular season. Another athlete that provided two big hits in the Hopedale win was Sameer Sharma. Rounding out the team was Michael Burman, an outfielder who saw some time as the backup catcher; Devin DelCampo, an outfielder and third baseman; Leam Parker, outfield and Paul Schooler, an outfielder who was injured during the playoffs. “Pitching and defense wins games and that’s what we had,” Crupi said. Having that deep pitching rotation and the stellar defense allowed Ashland to finally climb the mountain they had been thrown off so many times before.
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Rodgers, Gibb to Return for Second Ashland Half The residents of Ashland are gearing up to once again welcome runners to discover the town’s history and then encourage them to make some of their own. The second annual Ashland HalfMarathon & 5K road race is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 27 at 10:30 a.m., beginning and ending at Marathon Park on Pleasant Street, celebrating "The Ashland Era" at the original starting-line site of the first 27 Boston Marathons (18971923).
The 2012 Ashland Half-Marathon & 5K gets underway at Marathon Park.
The Ashland Sporting Association, a non-profit incorporated this past spring, is presently engaged in the rehabilitation of Marathon Park and the future development of a distance-running museum in the town and is using funds raised from the race in that effort. For the first race in 2012, 760 registered runners from 150 different communities and 10 states as well as several others from foreign countries participated, more than double the industry standard for a first-time event of this type and those guidelines project continued annual growth for this event. “We hope to double last year’s field,” Ashland Sporting Association President Steve Greenberg
The team concept is new this year and is driving early registrations for the upcoming 2013 Ashland Half-Marathon & 5K. Photos/Patrick Brosnan
said. “We’ve added a “Captains” category as an incentive to promote a team concept and so far that is driving the rush of early registrations.” The challenging 13.1-mile half-
marathon course that Race Director JJ Larner of Squanto Productions created received rave reviews after last year’s race. It traverses a figure8 route, following much of the original historic Boston Marathon route in town and it also includes the portion of the current course the present-day marathon follows through Ashland each spring. The incline of Green Street, which comprises much of the course’s 10th mile, provided halfmarathon runners with a tough test, prompting some to label that stretch “The Green Monster” on social media sites. Distance-running legend Bill Rodgers, the sport’s top spokesman and the four-time winner of both the Boston and New York marathons, will again serve as a race ambassador this year along with women’s running pioneer Bobbi Gibb, the first woman to ever complete any marathon anywhere and a three-time Boston champ herself. Rodgers will be speaking, running the half marathon, and presenting awards with Gibb, who may run the 5K. Whether one was seeking running tips, autographs or a photo opportunity, personal interaction with this affable pair was a highlight for many runners and spectators alike last year.
A group of runners make their way up Main Street in Ashland during the inaugural event in 2012.
Rodgers, who has compared the Ashland course to the hills of Athens, Greece and the beauty of
Distance running legends Bobbi Gibb and Bill Rodgers chat with 2012 Ashland Half-Marathon men’s winner Tadesse Girma after the race.
the Falmouth Road Race, has high praise for the route. "This is one of the most challenging courses for real runners to push it," Rogers said. "But Ashland also has a lot of variety. For runners who really want to challenge themselves, Ashland is where you can do it." The 2012 race enjoyed broadbased community support and the weekend service of many, many volunteers. Greenberg hopes that the community will once again rise to the occasion this year, asking that, “volunteers, vendors, and sponsors, please call or e-mail us to let us know you want to be involved.”
Those wanting to register to run the races, volunteer to help out on race weekend or to offer sponsorship can e-mail race officials using the three buttons found under the logo on the race website homepage, but Greenberg also offered his cell phone number as a contact point: 508-641-1222. See ashlandhalfmarathon.com to join the effort or for further details on the race, the museum and Ashland’s historical standing in the running community. Exciting events for race weekend are currently under development, so stay tuned…
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September 1, 2013
Boy Scout National Jamboree 2013 The Summit Bechtel Reserve, West Virginia Twenty three Scouts and three Leaders from Troop 2 and Troop 23 Ashland departed on July 12 as part of a contingent of almost two hundred Scouts and Leaders from Knox Trail Council to attend the first ever Boy Scout National Jamboree to be held at The Summit Bechtel Reserve, West Virginia. On the way to the Summit, the party spent almost two days at the Gettysburg National Military Park where they hiked the Cemetery Ridge Trail, took a guided tour, and also laid a wreath at one of the Massachusetts’ regiment’s memorial. Interspersed with the Gettysburg visit, the party also spent a day at Hershey Park. We arrived at the Summit on Monday, July 15 along with over 800 buses. The camp was split into 6 base camps, each with 4 sub base camps. All in all, there were about forty thousand at the Camp. The camp has eleven adventure areas and can accommodate 50,000 participants. There are 4 lakes, 25 miles of walking and bike trails, 5 miles of zip line wire, the longest being over 3,000 feet. The Scouts participated on BMX and skateboarding parks, high and low gear mountain biking, white water rafting, 4 zip and ropes courses, rock climbing and rappelling, archery, rifle, shotgun and pistol shooting, kayaking, scuba, dragon boat racing and a water obstacle course.
In order to keep the program balanced, Scouts could work on merit badges, visit the Technology Quest which is a hands-on based technology center, and participate in other activities. Conservation was a strong theme at the Summit and there was an area dedicated to conservation and nature where the focus was on ecosystem and conservation education. In addition, each Troop had to recycle as much of its waste as possible. Assisting others is a core value of Scouting, and each troop had to give a day of service to each of the nine counties surrounding the Summit. It is estimated that over 240,000 hours of community service were carried out by those attending the Jamboree. Each Troop was well received in the community. The troop I was with was clearing trails in Richwood where the local mayor personally thanked us. Each troop consisted of 36 Scouts and four leaders housed in 22 tents. Each troop was responsible for cooking all their meals at the Jamboree. An interesting fact – it takes 19 tractor-trailer loads of food a day to feed the Jamboree. As well as the all the activities there was an opening ceremony, a Saturday night show, Sunday Religious services and a massive fireworks display. Speakers included the King of Sweden, the Governor
The water obstacle course at the event.
Scouts climb and scale rock walls at the Jamboree.
of West Virginia and Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs among others. The Pope sent a special envoy from Rome for the Sunday Mass. Artists playing included Taylor Made, Sarah Centeno and Three Doors Down. After an 18-hour bus journey, we arrived back in Ashland in the early hours of Thursday, July 25 exhausted but with lots of happy memories of an awesome Jamboree and with lots of new friends. Roll on to 2017 and the next Jamboree. Dave Barrett Scoutmaster Troop 23 Ashland Jamboree Troop C329
Five Scouts, two from Troop 23 Ashland, on one of the zip lines.
The amphitheater at the Jamboree held 80,000. An army band supplied the opening music. Photos by Dave Barrett
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Calendar Thursday, Sept. 5 Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meeting. The TAB helps to plan library events and pick materials for the Young Adult section. Meetings count as one hour of community service. TAB is only open to high school students (although students from the regional schools who are also Ashland residents are welcome). It is always held the first Thursday of the month. 6:30 p.m., Ashland Library, 66 Front St. Saturday, Sept. 7 Health and Nutrition Day at the Ashland Farmers Market. Bike to the market, and then join the Tour de Ashland bike ride. A short family-friendly ride departs at 9:30 and an intermediate 10-15 mile ride departs at 10:30. Both rides begin and end at the AFM. Watch students of Jae H. Kim Taekwondo Institute of Ashland perform at 11:15 at the Old North Music Stage. Participate in yoga with Lisa Price, mindfulness with Lisa Campbell, “Gentle Motion” tai chi with Joanne Fahy, and hula hoops with WildKat Hoops. Check out vegetable fermentation demonstrations by author Sharon Kane, nut butter tastings at Stirred Crazy Creations, and blood pressure screenings by Ashland Medical Reserve Corps. Ashland School Nutrition Director Lisa Beaudin will be on hand as well. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 125 Front St., ashlandfarmersmarket.org. Ashland Garden Club Meeting. Anyone interested in Garden Club activities is welcome to attend. 10 a.m., Ashland Public Library, 66 Front St. Art Meet-Up for Ashland Community Gardens. 5-7 p.m. Stone Park, Park Road, ashlandcommunitygardens.org. Sunday, Sept. 8 Ashland Community Gardens potluck for all ACG gardeners. Bring appetizers and soups to share and a folding chair for yourself. 4:30-6:30 p.m., Stone Park, Park Road, ashlandcommunitygardens.org The public is invited to the WACA TV Open House. 1-4 p.m. at its new studio, 200 Butterfield Drive (off Rt. 126). Warren Woods Walk, formerly the farm and homestead of Henry and Edith Warren. For details, visit AshlandOpenSpace.org.
Tuesday, Sept. 10 Microwave Mug Baking. Learn how to make delicious snacks just big enough for one, perfect for after school. Open for grades 612. Space is limited, so please sign up at the Adult Circulation Desk. 4 p.m., Ashland Library, 66 Front St. Thursday, Sept. 12 The Documentary Film & Discussion Series presents the film, “Understanding Evolution Science: From Sea to Land and Back.” The film explains biological evolution, which says that life has a history and all life on earth shares a common ancestor. A fascinating look at how fossil evidence and research informs our understanding. Viewers are invited to stay for discussion. All points of view are welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 7-9 p.m., Ashland Library, 66 Front St., 508-8810134, friendsoftheapl.com. Saturday, Sept. 14 Heirloom tomato tasting at Ashland Farmers Market. Also, bring your biggest sunflowers for measuring for the Sunflower Contest. Shop 25-plus tents of farmers, bakers, specialty food makers, and local artisans, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 125 Front St., ashlandfarmersmarket.org. Ashland Preschool’s 2013 Touch A Truck. Come see, touch and learn about police cars, fire trucks, UPS trucks, dump trucks and more. $5 Admission per child (free for adults & kids under 1) 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Ashland Middle School, 87 West Union St. Monday, Sept. 16 Metrowest Fire Explorers 2013 Golf Tournament. Gifts, Prizes. $100 per golfer or $400 per foursome. Includes 18 holes, cart, dinner following. All proceeds to benefit the Metrowest Fire Explorers. Contact Bob Gemma, afd065@comcast.net, or Tony Gemma, tonycpr911@verizon.net. 8 a.m. start, registration 7-8 a.m. Wayland Country Club, 121 Old Sudbury Road, Wayland. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Forum to share vision for Ashland’s open space. There will be several presentations, including one showing all open space in Ashland; one on the field study and a projection of future needs;
and one by the Land Stewardship Committee about what has been happening at Warren Woods. The public is invited to attend. Hosted by the Board of Selectmen. 7 p.m., Ashland High School auditorium, boardofselectmen@ashlandmass.com. Wednesday, Sept. 18 Art Meet-Up at Ashland Community Gardens. Parking: Please do not park on the paved driveway for art meet-ups. Drive down a dirt road to the left of the red barn house and park on the grass behind the barn or near the woodpile. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Cutler Mill Herb Farm, 171 Fountain St. Friday, Sept. 20 Ashland Day Auction. Over 200 great items. $5 buffet and cash bar offered. At 5 p.m. doors open for pre-registration. At 6 p.m. the auction begins. The American Legion, 40 Summer St., ashlandday.com Saturday, Sept. 21 Sunflower Contest winners announced at Ashland Farmers Market. Also, bring your knives, scissors, pruning tools early to Patti of On the Edge Knife Sharpening . 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 125 Front St., ashlandfarmersmarket.org. Ashland Day!! Food. Amusement. Petting Zoo. Shopping. Rides. Music. Over 100 booths featuring crafts, community groups, municipal departments, and more. Ashland Day Bike Parade at 9:30 a.m. Children up to grade 5 are invited to decorate their bikes and dress as their favorite zoo animals. Sign-up for bike parade is 9 a.m. at the corner of Cherry and Park Streets. The parade will pedal on the blacktop path in Stone Park to the basket-
ball court where prizes will be awarded. During the day, also find out who wins Citizen of the Year (an unsung hero in the town) and Grand Marshall (an outstanding member of the Ashland community). Stone Park, Summer St., ashlandday@gmail.com, ashlandday.com. Tuesday, Sept. 24 The Documentary Film & Discussion Series presents the film, “Understanding Evolution Science: Mass Extinctions.” The film examines evidence about mass extinction events affecting the Permian species about 225 million years ago. It is believed 90% of life on earth went extinct. Also examined is the dinosaur extinction 65 million years ago believed triggered by a giant asteroid. In that event, it is estimated 65% of life on earth went extinct. Viewers are invited to stay for discussion.
All points of view are welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 7-9 p.m. at the Ashland Library, 66 Front St., 508-881-0134, friendsoftheapl.com. Thursday, Sept. 26 Game Night. Pick from our great selection of board and video games and play to your heart's content! Open for grades 6-12., 6 p.m. Ashland Library, 66 Front St. Saturday, Sept. 28 Ashland Farmers’ Market features live music, 25 plus tents of farmers, bakers, specialty food makers, and local artisans, 9 a.m.1 p.m., 125 Front St., Florence Seidell, candle.lite@yahoo.com, ashlandfarmersmarket.org. Sunday, Sept. 29 Art Meet-Up for Ashland Community Gardens. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Cutler Mill Herb Farm. 171 Fountain St.
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Seniors HOURS AT THE SENIOR CENTER MONDAY -THURSDAY 9:00am – 3:30pm FRIDAY: 9:00am - 1:00pm.
COUNTRY Store- CHECK IT OUT OPEN MONDAY-THURSDAY 9:00am -3:30PM FRIDAY 9:00AM-1:00PM Sponsored by the FCOA (Proceeds subsidize the Monday Hot Lunch) We accept both new and Barely used items
HALF PRICE SALE & JEWELRY SALE AUGUST 26th
Stop by the Senior Center for free baked goods!! Monday – Foods
Shaws, Whole
TuesdayBodacious Bagels, Whole Foods Wednesday – Framingham Bakery, Whole Foods
BINGO Tuesday-September 3 & 17 Time: 1:30pm MOVIE DAY- Every Thursday-1:00pm Refreshments served at intermission Movie selections will be posted at the Senior Center September 5- Beverly Hills Cop September 12- Moonstruck
Senior Center Cancellation Policy
September 19- My Big Fat Greek Wedding
The Senior Center will be closed on all holidays observed by Town Hall employees. Activities and transportation may be cancelled due to inclement weather. The bus/van will not operate when weather causes school closings. Stay tuned to your local TV station for listing of school closings.
September 26- My Best Friend’s Wedding Book Club Monday, September 9 at 1:00pm- Senior Center Lounge Please come and join Paula Bonetti, Library Director, for a discussion of “The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry”, by Rachael Joyce. Copies of the
book can be picked up at the Ashland Library.
meeting. It will be a special time for YOU!
Computer Class – (Instructor- Flo Dancause)
Ashland’s Parkinson’s Support Group Individualized computer in-
struction will resume on Monday, September 16th. Please call to make an appointment.
NEW CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Are you facing challenges as a caregiver? We may be able to help! We are forming a new support group for caregivers at the Ashland Senior Center. Our first meeting will be Thursday, September 26, 2013 at 1:00 PM . If you must bring your loved one with you, there will be a movie showing across the hall which they can attend. This first meeting will be a time to discuss the purpose and structure of the group, topics to be covered, and what each caregiver hopes to get from the group. We hope to reduce caregiver isolation, provide support, explore relevant topics, discover resources and most importantly, share coping strategies. If you are caring for a spouse or other loved one and need a setting where you can speak freely about your caregiving, without being judged, please come to our
Wednesday –September 11 – 1:30pm
Ashland’s Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets regularly at 1:30 on the second Wednesday of each month. We are open to people of all ages who have Parkinson’s disease or are affected in any way by someone who has the disease. We are committed to providing a caring and supportive environment and to learning ways in which people with PD can live life to its fullest. For further information call Marti Budding, Coordinator at 508-881-9695.
ASHLANDf Meet at Ashland House at 9:00 am to take a free ride on the Route 5 Bus. You will have an opportunity to visit the MWRTA hub in Framingham and transfer for a trip to Rte 9, Natick. Below is the itinerary for the trip: Leave the Ashland House on Route #5 @ 9:44 am Arrive at the Central Hub on Route #5 @ 9:55 am Leave Central Hub on the Route #4@ 9:55 am Remain on the Route #4 for the entire loop Return to Central Hub 37 Waverly St. @ 10:44 am
September 1, 2013 In addition to his clinical and surgical commitments, Dr. Shah serves as Assistant Clinical Professor at Tufts Medical Center, Department of Orthopedics & Rehabilitative Medicine. He is also a Staff Surgeon at Newton-Wellesley Hospital and MetroWest Medical Center. When not seeing patients, Dr. Shah enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, and playing tennis.
Monday Lunches at the Senior Center- Noon Cost $3.00 (Must be paid in advance by 10:00am- the Friday before the lunch) No phone reservations accepted (Cost of meals subsidized by the Friends of the COA) Transportation will be provided but must be arranged in advance. ANY AGE WELCOME TO JOIN US Please let us know if your Birthday falls in September and your lunch will be free on September 30. Catered by T.J.’s) Meal includes dessert and beverage. MENU Sept. 9Ham with Macaroni and Cheese Sept 16 Lasagna & Salad Sept 23 Stuffed Pork Chops Sept. 30 Salisbury Steak October 7 Baked Stuffed Chicken October 14 HOLIDAY October 21 Roasted Chicken
Leave Central Hub on Route #5 @ 11:05 am
October 28 Sausage & Pepper Subs
Arrive back at Ashland House @ 11:20 am
HOT LUNCH
Joint Pain Talk -presented by Dr. Shah, Orthopedics, New England
Tuesdays 12:40pm Starts September 10th
Thursday, October 10, 10:00 am Dr. Shah has been with Orthopedics New England since 2007. Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Dr. Shah received his medical degree from the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey. After completing a surgical internship from Tufts Medical Center, Dr. Shah completed his residency in orthopedic surgery from the same institution. From there, he underwent a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
Ashland Middle School
Cost: $1.00 Ice Cream 50 cents All Seniors are invited every Tuesday for a special lunch prepared just with them in mind. No reservations are necessary – just stop by the Middle School (Old High School) on West Union St and use the entrance closest to the fields. Free Transportation can be arranged through the Senior Center
September 1, 2013
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“A Surprisingly Immediate Market” BY PAMELA BATHEN, RE/MAX OAK REALTY, CDPE Jen and Rick ask, “We think we want to sell our house and purchase a larger home that now suits our needs. Where do we start, and how do we figure out how much our home is worth?” It does seem like an overwhelming process, but it doesn’t have to be. First, you need to call a real estate agent and ask for an “Opinion of Value” or “Market Analysis.” An appraisal is what the bank does by a Massachusetts Licensed Appraiser as required by the FDIC. An opinion of value can be done by an agent, and it’s based on several factors: homes that are similar to yours in style, age, and location which have actually sold in the past three to twelve months. Note that your agent will be providing you with this information with the intention of listing your home for sale, so it’s best to review all of the
details with them to ensure that you are on the same page. It’s also helpful to discuss how your home will be marketed. Photography, virtual tours online, open houses…there are a variety of options and it’s important that you all agree on the final choices. But how do you choose the right agent for your needs? I like to compare the process to a job interview. You’re the boss, and the agent is working for you, so talk to several people and choose wisely. I think referrals are key—do you have friends or colleagues who’ve bought and sold a property recently and had a great experience? Did their agent make the process go especially smoothly for them? If there is a realtor that you feel more comfortable with than others—someone who’s experienced and knowledgeable enough to assist in a double closing from start to finish—that’s the agent who you’ll want to work with.
(l to r) Bob Zakrzewski, Pamela Bathen, Stephanie Fair and Steven Greenberg
Why is that so important? Because the current market is surpris-
ingly immediate, so you’ll need to be prepared to move. Really. Have those boxes ready. Get pre-approved for a mortgage so that you know how much house you can realistically afford. Again, your realtor is a great resource in a very crowded, confusing market of mortgage brokers. Determine the community that you’ll want to live in, size up school systems, attend open houses. Once you accept an offer on your home, you have an average of six weeks to move out (again, those ready boxes will come in handy), so you can quickly move from one house to another if you’ve been working with the right agent from the beginning, one who can resolve both situations simultaneously. One more thing: you know the Boy Scout motto, “Be prepared?” Those Boy Scouts knew what they were talking about. There is nothing more invaluable than doing all of your homework with the right
professional to walk you through the details. When selling AND buying, lack of preparation can lead to a very successful sale…and nowhere to live. No one wants to pass up the perfect offer on their current home, even if they don’t have their dream home in place quite yet. But that leads to a whole lot of unnecessary scrambling for a temporary home, when some solid preparation—and the right real estate agent—would make all the difference. Steven Greenberg has been a Massachusetts Real Estate Broker for over 28 years, Pamela Bathen has been an agent for ten years, and the team of Bob Zakrzewski and Stephanie Fair has been serving clients for over 15 years. Collectively, their knowledge of the Metrowest market is extensive. They welcome your questions at 508-309-3538, or steveng@remax.net. Visit us online at remaxoakrealty.com
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Continuing a Community Tradition: the 28th Ashland Day Visit Ashland Day for fun, reflection, and community. BY REBECCA KENSIL, EDITOR When the original founder of Ashland Day, Ben Montenegro, passed away this year, the torch moved on to other residents to continue the Clocktown tradition of Ashland Day, set for Saturday, Sept. 21 at Stone Park. “With him gone, with a heavy heart, we’re going to do this in his honor,” Ashland Day Committee Co-Chair and Treasurer Joe Magnani said. “I know he is going to shine down on us and give us a great day weatherwise. I miss him dearly. He was like a father to me, and he’s been greatly missed, and he was a great man for the town of Ashland.” The opening ceremonies in the morning
will honor him this year along with 9/11 and Boston Marathon victims and first responders. “We’ll be Boston Strong, as we have since April 15th,” Magnani said. “We will have a moment of silence for them and recognize all of the efforts of the first responders and the victims themselves.” A Citizen of the Year and a Grand Marshall will also be named. The Citizen of the Year award goes to a person or a group, an unsung hero in the town. The Grand Marshall title is awarded an outstanding member of the Ashland community. “If anyone has an idea of an individual who deserves to be nominated and acknowledged for their efforts in the town, we’re always looking for new suggestions and new people and or groups,” Magnani said. In addition to recognizing community members, Ashland Day will feature games, rides, food, raffles, and more for the family.
Ujwala Pawnarkar and Jean Gooch lead activities for children at Ashland Community Gardens during Ashland Day last year.
“We have rides out there for the kids, a lot of them on floaties,” Magnani said. “We have a couple mechanical rides and stuff. All in all, it’s just fun watching people having a good time. That’s what makes me happy, seeing everybody having a good time, because that’s what it’s all about—community spirit. Ashland Day brings that all out in everybody.”
Leah Marshquist at the Transition Ashland booth. Photos by Cynthia Whitty
Children can even join a bike parade before the ceremonies, dressed as their favorite animal or pet. They can also decorate their bike. Residents and out-of-towners—up to 7,000 to 8,000 people per year—travel to Ashland Day to enjoy the family activities and community spirit. The funds raised from this day go toward the following Ashland Day plus the annual Halloween parade and holiday lighting event. While the cost for the event is about $21,000, according to Magnani, the Ashland Day Committee works to keep the costs down for families each year. For instance, families can opt to buy a $15 wristband for the day, giving children unlimited rides. And the petting zoo is free for everyone.
Friends of the Ashland Library pose for a photo during Ashland Day 2011.
“There are many different varieties of animals that they can meet and greet and pat and feed,” Magnani said. There will also be over 100 booths with all sorts of food from local restaurants and family activities such as face painting and balloons. Magnani summed up the event: “It’s a day of town pride. It’s a day of family. It’s a day of reunion.” Ashland Day Committee is taking nominations up to the week before Ashland Day for Citizen of the Year and Grand Marshall awards. The committee is always looking for volunteers. Visit ashlandday.com to find the applications or email ashlandday@gmail.com.
Ashland Day ‘13 Saturday, September 21, 2013 Ashland, Massachusetts (Ashland’s Animal Control reminds all visitors at Ashland Day: NO PETS of any kind at Stone Park) 9:00 - 9:30
REGISTRATION FOR BIKE PARADE CHERRY/PARK RD THROUGH PARK TO FRONT OF GAZEBO.
9:30 - 10:00
CHILDREN’S BICYCLE PARADE National Anthem sung by: TBA
10:15 - 11:00 FLAG RAISING CEREMONY God Bless America sung by : AHS Chorus 11:00 - 11:10 ASHLAND POLICE HONOR GUARD Tribute to 9-11-01 victims 11:10 - 11:45 Opening Ceremonies Citizen of the year / GRAND MARSHALL 12:00 - 12: 20 Ashland High School Band SELECTED SONGS BY THE AHS BAND 12:30 - 1:10
JAE H KIM - TAE KWON DO DEMO AT GAZEBO
1:15 - 1:45
ANNE MARIE’S DANCE STUDIO RHYTHMIC DANCE DEMONSTRATION
2:00 - 2:30
BACK STAGE CENTER - DANCE DEMONSTRATION
ALL DAY
LIL FOLK FARM PETTING ZOO - Pet your favorite farm animals for FREE
4:00 4:30
Closing Announcements - Raffle winners / Pie Contest winners
Annual Auction Friday Night - September 20th FRIDAY NITE - Sept 20th AMERICAN LEGION HALL SUMMER STREET OVER 200 GREAT ITEMS $5.00 BUFFET & **CASH BAR** OFFERED 5:00 PM
DOORS OPEN FOR PRE-REGISTRATION WILD BILL GATH HAS MANY HOT DEALS FOR YOU
6:00 PM
THE BEST AUCTION IN TOWN BEGINS (THE ONLY AUCTION IN TOWN!) HAVE FUN WHILE SUPPORTING ASHLAND DAY AND HAVE DINNER TOO! Field Events 10:00am – 4:00pm TOKENS $1.00 Ea. All-Day Ride Wristbands $15.00 p/p*
Take the challenge if you dare Booths and Games 11:30 ROAMING COSTUME CHARACTERS Children Field Games Sparky the Fire Dog 25’ climb & slide 1:00
Fire Department Demonstrations - Fire Department SMOKE HOUSE
ALL DAY
Hockey Shot Game & Foam house @ Basketball Court
Entertainers Costume Characters Roving Barbershop Quartet Magician Face Painting Balloons – Balloons -Balloons SOCCER GOAL GAME WIN PRIZES
The History of Ashland Day Ashland Day began as a day of fun centered on a softball game between Town departments; the gathering bloomed into a town awareness day, which brought thousands of people together on the first Ashland Day on September 20, 1986. The intent of the day was to emphasize the spirit and pride of the Ashland community, and to be entertaining for all. Money raised beyond expenses was targeted to support youth, and funded several recreational facilities in Ashland. The spirit and pride have continued and abound in Ashland all year long. Town organizations and individuals participate and cooperate at the tree lighting for the winter holiday season and at summer concerts. This cooperation built the Gazebo and the Pavilion at Stone Park. Over the past decade countless residents, organizations and businesses have volunteered spirit, time, money, and expertise to bring Ashland Day and its contributions to the town of Ashland and to the greater MetroWest community. Twenty-one years later we still ask our fellow citizens to:
Take part and be proud! 28 YEARS AND STILL GOING STRONG Ashland Day Committee is a non-profit organization