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A Musical Night, A Musical Cause HHS Faculty to Perform “An Evening on Broadway” as Fundraiser for New Music Lab BY J.D. O’GARA
“I knew we had a need,” says Britton. “The number of students free to take electives is getting smaller, so we have to make sure we’re making enticing classes so kids come down here. It became pretty clear that our drawback was technology. You can’t teach music these days without technology.”
Holliston is gearing up for a musical treat this December 6th, when every member of its music faculty and several alumni staff will perform in “An Evening on Broadway,” a benefit concert for the HHS Music Computer Lab Fund Drive. Musicians will perform a range of The current comBroadway Hits puters in the lab from the past 80 came in 2000, says years of Broad- Holliston High School senior Bobby Martin and music teacher Stu Britton proudly Britton. show off the new web page dedicated to the Holliston High School Music Lab Projway Shows. The ect. Martin built the site, which explains the hopes for the estimated $75,000 pro“We realized we show will take posed lab, of which most will need to come from donations. On December 6th, HHS needed to just toplace at the Hol- music faculty will present “An Evening on Broadway” as part of a fundraiser. tally upgrade,” liston High says the teacher. School auditoliston High School. The projected cost “We can’t put any music software on rium, and tickets are $15 for adults or is about $72,000 to $75,000, of which there that we would want to use, be$7 for seniors and students. an estimated $50,000 to $65,000 will cause it would totally overload the sysThe show will benefit a huge need to be raised through donations. tem.” fundraising undertaking, a new, updated Music Technology Lab for Hol-
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The project’s voice is Mr. Stu Britton, a music teacher at the school.
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November 30th is the 12th Annual HBA Holiday Stroll BY J.D. O’GARA For the 12th year, Holliston will offer its residents and friends a chance to kick off the holiday season, as well as get a boost to local business, as Holliston Business Association (HBA) is once again planning its annual Holiday Stroll, to take place this year on Saturday, November 30th, from 12 – 7 p.m. The day will be complete with shopping, music, food, performance and other festivities. Many local businesses are participating. A few big changes are in store for this year, according to Holiday Stroll chair Diane Marrazzo, owner of The Grapevine. Probably the biggest change this year, says Marrazzo, will be the addition of satellite parking at the Robert Adams Middle School on 323 Woodland St., with a shuttle bus. “The bus will shuttle people to Central Street to get on the trolley, which runs from 1-6 p.m.,” says Marrazzo, adding that it will be going back and forth all day, “to alleviate some of the traffic and the parking. Holmes out of Norfolk has been hired to provide this transportation, sponsored by Tough Love Therapeutic
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Golden Pond Completes Expansion, Opens New Building Hopkinton, Mass. –Golden Pond Resident Care Corp. celebrated the grand opening of its newly expanded and renovated facility, Golden Pond Assisted Living, with a dedication and preview ceremony last night. The expansion involved doubling the facility’s existing footprint to offer additional apartments and new services for residents to enjoy an independent lifestyle with supportive services at their doorsteps. Golden Pond will welcome residents into the new space shortly.
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Teacher Leslie Dooley, who’s coordinating the parent volunteer effort for the hoped-for music lab, says, “There has been a music lab in place in the High School that mostly consists of keyboards and some computers, but this lab is about 14 years old, so it’s gradually becoming less and less functional … It’s hard to use the piano lab now with any of the software attached,” says Dooley. “Some (computers) won’t even turn on. The equipment they have right now is essentially nonfunctional can take ten minute to boot up.” Dooley says she sees students graduating from Holliston High School hoping to pursue music careers, and she believes they would need to learn the technical skills they’d get from updated technology. The proposed lab would consist of 15 fully equipped student stations, based on iMacs, and one teacher station. An adjoining band room will serve as a recording studio, equipped with a mixing board and amplifier, snakes and microphones and other audio technology. The software would bring it all up to date, in a way, says Britton, that could be easily and affordably upgraded. “The kind of software we’re getting, like Finale, which allows for music notation and can create
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own music pages. Each type of software does a specific thing. We don’t have to upgrade every year,” says Britton. In all, estimates for various aspects of the Music Technology Project are: Computers, $42,361.93, software, $15,983, pianos (keyboard controllers), $6,703.84, computer station, $3,353.18, and recording studio, $3,437.66. Once the music lab is in place, says Dooley, “What they’re hoping to do is to open up the recording studio piece of it to outside groups … They’re looking to charge a fee for that and have it go to the upkeep of the lab.” “The lab is for everyone,” says Britton. “By creating a music recording studio as part of the process,” we got to thinking well … all the kids that we train to learn how to make recordings. They can then turn that knowledge around and use that knowledge to help record for the community. Dooley points out that the HMAPA is very active, doing fundraising and giving grants on an ongoing basis. This group not only supports music in the schools, but also visual arts and drama from K-12. “The community, I think has been very supportive, within the context of budgets that don’t increase. We have high turnout for
concerts and plays and art shows, and have a number of members and people who support our fundraisers but we always need more.” Dooley says she’s hoping that members of the community might be able to connect the HMAPA with their employers or some corporate sponsors for the HMAPA Music Technology Project. To contact her, email LeslieRDooley@gmail.com. The effort has already saved some money in creating a website, enlisting the help of HHS student Bobby Martin to do the job as his senior project. Thanks to Martin, anyone interested can visit the Holliston Music and Arts Parents Association (HMAPA) website (hollistonmusicand arts.org) and simply click a button on the page to learn more about the project. “Mr. B. emailed me with this goal – we’re going to make a website for the music lab. It was a bit of a challenge accepting it. I definitely wanted the experience,” Martin used his senior project block to learn to code the website, picking up basic coding in about a week. “The first week and a half, I took that time to teach myself HTML from You Tube videos,” says Bobby. “I got to the level I could make a basic home page and dove into it.” As he picked up more knowledge, Martin was able to add features, such as Paypal, for
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“I knew it would take a lot of time, but that he would get more out of it.”
Britton explains he chose Bobby for the project because he had learned from his Dad, who’s on the parent committee, that the student was interested in robotics and computers, as well as music.
Students also won’t be left out of the chance to help raise fund for the project. The high school students will perform in a fundraiser on January 24th .
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looked back,” he says. Making jewelry, he found, was “the intersection of art and engineering.” The field, discovered Falzon, was also very rewarding.
a natural ruby,” he says. Following his apprenticeship, the jeweler crafted his own works in a studio, and then, eight years ago, he opened his current location in Holliston. Although he doesn’t handcraft the items anymore, almost everything that glitters at G. Falzon & Co. was fashioned by the owner. “I don’t do bench work anymore,” says the jewelry maker, who still designs many of the pieces, working with a trusted network of highly skilled expert artisans to finish the task. Falzon says his favorite part of working with jewelry is the gemstones.
There’s a difference between the artisan selling his wares and a salesclerk selling someone else’s. The craftsman is invested in his selection, with an intimate knowledge of the materials used, and he can share his experience and passion for his craft with potential customers. That expertise is exactly what you’ll find at G. Falzon & Co., at 461 B Washington Street in East Holliston. Jeweler and Gemologist George Falzon didn’t discover he was an artist until later in life. He owned a printing company in South Boston for years, until his life took a new turn. “At 48 years old, I had a near fatal heart attack that changed everything,” says the native New Yorker, who planted roots in this area 40 years ago. Having left work while recovering, and needing something to do, says the jeweler, “I went back to school and got a degree in Fine Art, with a concentration in painting, from Framingham State College,” says Falzon, who’s particularly proud of having received his degree with highest honors. For fun, Falzon then took a jewelry-making class at Massachusetts College of Art. “I never
“The idea of people buying jewelry for yourself or someone you love is a very happy event. It’s a privilege to be in on those things – and it’s fun.” G. Falzon & Co. offers an upscale, pleasant experience for customers, with a range of classic and cutting-edge women’s and some men’s fine jewelry in stock. The jeweler works with diamonds and exotic-colored stones in gold and platinum jewelry, as well as a selection of silver jewelry, and he offers custom design, repair and restoration, in addition to appraisals and usually free verbal valuation. Falzon gained experience in custom designing and crafting jewelry for four years as an unpaid apprentice working alongside renowned silversmith and designer Ollie Johanson in his Pawtucket, RI studio. During that time, Falzon also embarked on a 3-year course of study with the Gemological Institute of America. “The Graduate Gemologist diploma is the highest academic credential in the jewelry industry,” says Falzon, who notes that a perfect score is required to pass the final exam. “The GIA wants to be sure that if I tell you a gem is a natural ruby, that it’s
“I love all the gemstones,” he says, “I like diamonds, but I really love the colored stones.” Lighting up at the prospect of showing the gemstones, Falzon points to several different colors of sapphires behind the glass, excitedly directing attention to morganite (named after the banker, J.P. Morgan, who had a passion for the gem species of beryl), tanzanite and a blue diamond, to name a few. He explains that he’s fortunate to be able to work with these beautiful things, fitting for a man who blessed with a beautiful family of his wife, five grown children and nine grandchildren.
ting in a drawer, he says. Visitors to G. Falzon & Co., says the gemologist, “are not going to be disappointed. When they come to this store to buy something beautiful for themselves or create and buy something beautiful for their loved
ones, they will get the benefit of my experience and good taste, and a lot of free, good advice.” G. Falzon & Co. is located at 461 B Washington Street in Holliston. You can reach Mr. Falzon at (508) 429-1911 or geo@gfalzon.com.
In addition to selling fine custom jewelry, G. Falzon & Co. also purchases gold and silver items, most of which are melted down for the precious metal to be made into other pieces. Much of what Falzon purchases has been inherited by customers. “People have caches of inherited pieces and jewelry of their own that they don’t wear, pieces that may be broken or outdated,” says Falzon, who notes that he is happy to give a free valuation on items. “I encourage my customers to cash it in and get something that they will wear and remember their loved ones, or they may take the cash for it and add it to their college fund. Whatever they use it for, it will serve a greater purpose” than sit-
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Holliston Mill Artists Open Their Doors The Holliston Mill Artists hosted their annual Open Studios at the Mill Building on October 26th and 27th, inviting the public to view the work of resident and guest artists. The rooms and halls of the 1891 manufacturing building on Water Street bustled with life and popped with color. Here are a few scenes from the day.
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Acorn Alpaca Ranch Annual Holiday Open House Dec. 7th & 8th Millis Open House and Boutique to Feature Lots of Alpacas & Alpaca Products Acorn Alpaca Ranch at 99 Acorn St., Millis, will host its annual Holiday Open House On December 7th & 8th. Visitors can drop by between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to visit the friendly alpacas in the Ranch Barn and browse the fine Alpaca Products in the Holiday Boutique. The Ranch, in addition to breeding and selling the alpacas, offers yarn made from the fiber of their own alpacas as well as luxurious, warm, non-allergenic garments made from alpaca fiber. These items make great gifts to jump start your holiday shopping and warm up someone’s holiday and winter. Among the soft alpaca clothing available will be alpaca socks,
scarves, mittens, hats and other warm products. For knitting and crocheting, there is a wide variety of both natural and dyed colored yarns. If you have ever thought of owning alpacas, you can talk directly to Bob and Louise Hebeler about alpaca care, husbandry and how to get started. With 15 years of experience to guide you and a wide choice of Alpacas for sale, this is the place to begin.
Every day, the hall will be opened for people who come to visit the Christmas lights, with goodies for everyone, young and old: hot chocolate, pastries, cookies, munchkins, etc. Fatima Shrine celebrates the Christmas Vigil Mass on Dec. 24th, at 8 p.m., while Christmas Day Solemn Mass will be on Dec. 25th at 11 a.m. During this Advent, come and enjoy this wonderful sight of the Season of Christmas.
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see all of the beautiful wreaths decorated by local businesses. Chance tickets will be available for purchase at The Grapevine, Coffee Haven, Fiske’s and Jordan Hall. Strollers can place their tickets, filled out with their information, of course, into the basket hung on the wreath they’d like to win. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Holliston Pantry Shelf.
Fascinated by the reactions people would have when he performed his first trick, which he learned from his grandfather, Mike Troy, known as “Magic Mike,” has been doing magic since he was in high school. By the time he was married, he’d amassed a good collection of tricks, and with some suggestion, began doing parties. He found young children to have trouble paying attention toward the end of the parties, until he was inspired by a balloonanimal maker on Boston Common one day. He learned through VCR tapes and books, and the result, he says, “was beautiful. When kids would lose attention, I would start making animal balloons. Moms and Dads and kids all love it.” The full-time dispatcher for the Holliston Fire Department, who lives in Medway, has since done a lot of town events, many with his daughter, Haley, who will be onhand at the Holiday Stroll, and continues to perform at children’s parties. You can contact Magic Mike at (508) 633-3631.
is an express trolley that will go to East Holliston, near Bertucci’s, Salone DeBella, Berry Bon Bon, Hill’s Antique Clocks, the Clever Bride and Thrifty Interiors. The trolleys are sponsored by the Lamb & Associates, Timothy Daniels House, the Holliston Local Town Pages and the Holliston Reporter. Fun activities abound. “The HBA is sponsoring a Snowman on the Shelf contest,” says Marrazzo. “Participating businesses will hide the snowman, and strollers will be encouraged to find it.” Make sure you bring your walking shoes, because strollers also won’t want to miss the chance to
Make sure to also cast your vote for the finest gingerbread houses at Century 21. The amateur confection creations will all be on display, and strollers are the ones to decide who wins highest honors. Early on in the day (12-3 p.m.), don’t forget to get your holiday photos with none other than Blackjack the Pony, from Lil’ Folk Farm, which will also offer pony rides. This event isn’t free, but your $5 donation per photo will go to benefit the Friends of Holliston K9 Cesh, the town’s favorite, furry, fourfooted police officer. Blackjack won’t be the only touch of country for the event, though. Breezy Hill Farm will offer holiday strollers hayrides, a new event this year,
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House, and live music almost all day (12-6) at Pejamajo’s, including Jim Cormier from 1-3 p.m. For something different, try Family Yoga by Soul Spirit Studio at 1 p.m, Family Dance, Musical Movement & More at 3:30, or head to The Grapevine, where Magic Mike will be making balloon animals from 3:30-6 p.m.
At 2 p.m. in East Holliston, Thrifty Interiors will bring a touch of old Ireland to town with a trio of Irish Singers at their little red building. Sparky’s Puppets will be performing their Stories from Snowy Lands, show at St. Mary’s Hall at 2:30 p.m. Children of all ages can watch a snowman come to life, see a bear go ice fishing and visit a toymaker on a wintry day. Rhode Island-based puppeteer, Sparky Davis, has been performing throughout New England for over 30 years. She offers a slew of classic shows, as well as puppeteer workshops for teachers and even scout groups. She can be found at www.sparkyspuppets.com. The sound of jingle bells also draws near as 3 p.m. approaches, when Ol’ Saint Nick, along with the lovely Mrs. Claus, will arrive at Charles Street corner. Stick around long enough for Santa to read T’was the Night Before Christmas, or if you can’t make it to that part of town, head to the First Congregational Church to listen to the children’s choir at 3 p.m.
For those feeling crafty, Fiske’s will offer band bracelet making to kids for a good bulk of the day (125 p.m.), East Holliston businesses will offer decorate-your-own ornaments at Hill’s Antique Clocks (1-5 p.m.) and N&C Fitness is sponsoring decorate-your-own gingerbread One of the Holliston celebrities featured in the ancookies at town hall. The nual Holiday Stroll will be Blackjack of Lil Folk Farm. Blackjack was the very first pony on the farm Craft Shack will also offer -- and not just the first pony, but also the very first a free holiday craft all day animal, purchased even before the farmland. Says long, and the Holliston owner Nancy Dubin, "He's the sweetest, Public Library will have kindest pony ever. He's been to everybody's birththem from 4-7 p.m. day in the area, done pony rides everywhere imaginable, from church fairs to conference centers. He's just a good soul." You may know Blackjack from his annual birthday party every April vacation week, but during the Holiday Stroll you can visit again and take your photograph with him. Look for the black pony with a white blaze, wearing a brand new red halter and a Santa hat. -Jane Lebak
At 4 p.m., at the First Christ Congregational, hand bell ringers from First Christ Congregational and the Christ is King Church will once again literally ring in the holiday season. They’ve been doing this open rehearsal since the first HBA Holiday Stroll, says Christ is King Handbell Choir Director Karen McCue, who says that her handbell choir will perform two pieces, the FCC handbell choir will perform two pieces, and the combined group will perform two together. McCue talks about her partnership with fellow handbell choir director Kathy Murko, of the First Congregational Church. “We are very much about doing community things,” says McCue, “She rings in all my church concerts and I ring in hers. We share talents, share directing, share bells and share music. It’s been very well received. People come regularly just to hear the bells (at the churches),” she says. The partnership “basically makes sure each church can enjoy the full
compliments of the bell choir when they play,” says Martha Whyte, of the First Congregational. Soon after, at 3:15, at the First Congregational Church vestibule, local pianist Elena Shevalova will perform with John Fornagiel and her students. Other performances include part of The Wizard of Oz, at the Prana Center (1:30 p.m., 1:50 p.m., 2:10 p.m., 2:30 p.m.), astrological readings at The Light
As day turns to night, the time for Tree Lighting at gazebo, at Blair Square, comes round. The tree lighting from 5:30-6 p.m., and the Holliston Boy Scouts will be onhand, serving s’mores to passersby.
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Holiday Stroll 1:00-5:00 Ocelot Decorate Christmas Ornaments 11:00-3:00 Racing 1:30,1:50 Mudville The Wizard Oz by 12:00-3:00 HayOfRide 2:10,2:30 Prana Center Performs Breezy Hill Farm excerpts selections (Show Times) 12:00-3:00 Photos with Black Jack the Pony 2:00-4:00 D $10.00 $5.00 donation Studio - Proceeds to benefitHaircuts K9-Cesh. donated to the Food Pantry Proceeds Sponsor Friends of Holliston K9 Cesh.
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New this year, find the hidden snowman’s name at 15 locations (see inside map) and get a stamp at Jordan Hall to be eligible to enter the drawing to win gift certificates to the participating Holliston retailer of your choice (1st prize $100 and 8 for $25). Fill out the info below and bring to any location at the end of the stroll.
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Saturday, November 30, 2013 12:00 noon – 7:00pm This year the HBA is sponsoring a “Snowman onthe Shelf” contest. Participating businesses will name and hide the snowman. Strollers will be encouraged to find 15 snowman names which will put them into a raffle for one of the ten $25.00 “Holiday Stroll Gift Certificates.”
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A Festival of Wreath fundraiser for the Food Pantry Participating businesses will hang their decorated wreaths on their doors. Strollers can purchase raffle tickets and place them in the designated boxes for the wreath of their choice. Winners will be announced the evening of The Stroll.
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Find Fresh Cut Trees at Deerfield Tree Farm For many local families, the choice is clear: Only a real and fresh tree will do for the holidays. Deerfield Tree Farm has the freshest trees anywhere. Set on 10 acres of land, you will find a true New England Tree Farm experience. When you come out to the farm you will find a wide variety of fir trees, Fraser, Bal-
sam, Korean, and Concolor, along with several varieties of Spruce, all are available and cut from our field. Choose and Cut trees are first come first serve and there is no pre-tagging. Choose and Cut trees sell out in about the first two weeks after Thanksgiving, so come early for best selection
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What makes Deerfield Tree farm different from the rest? Besides having choose and cut trees, we also have a wide selection of fresh cut trees with sizes up to 12'. Not all fresh cut trees come from Canada or North Carolina. Deerfield Tree Farm gets all their fresh cut trees from a local tree farm. These trees are cut only a day or two before before Thanksgiving, (not months in advance, as most parking lot stands do). The difference is, Deerfield Tree Farms trees will last well past the holidays, into March if you let them. We
even gets trees delivered after Thanksgiving, and again these trees are cut just a day or two beforehand. So even if you are a little late picking out your tree your sure to find a real, and especially fresh Christmas tree. Cash or check only, and prices range from $30$80 for 6-8' trees. For those with a green thumb, We also sell live trees, balled and burlap, with price range from $60$100. Live trees can be inside and decorated for about 5 days, then brought outside and planted in the yard. With enough space, and a little time, you will end up with a live, growing record of all your Christmases past. We hope to see you this Christmas Season.
12th Annual Jingle Bell Run 5K Saturday December 7th The Norfolk Community League will holds its annual Jingle Bell Run, a 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Santa Foundation, on Saturday, December 7th, at 11 a.m. Race day registration and number pickup begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 10:45 a.m. The cost for the race, for those who register before December 1st at https://racewire.com/ register.php?id=3464, is $25 per individual or $20 for a runner under 18, or $85 for a Reindeer Team of four. For those registering on the day of the race, registration is $30 per individual, $25 for someone under 18 or $100 per team of four.
The Jingle Bell Run is a 5K loop that starts and ends at the H. Olive Day School. The race is professionally timed. For questions on the race, email Runwalks@norfolkcommunityleagu e.org. Proceeds from the Jingle Bell Run benefit the Santa Foundation, an organization that helps local families with food, assistance with fuel, utility and housing payments, as well as gifts during the Holiday Season. Visit www.thesantafoundationinc.org for more information on this cause.
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7 Ways to Alleviate Cabin Fever
apy lamps produce bright light that simulates the sun and provides broad-spectrum rays. Sitting in front of one of these lights can alleviate feelings of seasonal affective disorder, or SAD.
Long winter days can quickly bring on feelings of cabin fever. Although cabin fever is not a recognized medical condition, it can compromise well-being. Cabin fever can strike even the most optimistic people.
often force people to remain inside. These factors can lead to depression, boredom, anxiety, and an inability to concentrate. Alleviating symptoms of cabin fever requires making a few changes, including getting outdoors whenever possible.
3. Grow more indoor plants. Plants can help filter out stale, stagnant air in the house and add moisture to the environment. Breathing fresh oxygen from these plants can provide you with energy and help you to feel revitalized.
Cabin fever normally affects people during the winter months, when shortened days, longer periods of darkness and cold temperatures
1. Head outside. It may be cold and dreary, but getting outside can be healthy. Take advantage of daylight hours whenever possible. Plan
a walk around the neighborhood before you go to work. Otherwise, spend your lunch hour outdoors soaking up the sun's rays. The sun is an instant mood-booster. 2. Brighten up the indoors. Choose energizing colors like yellow, orange and red to decorate the interior of your home. Invest in lights that offer a greater amount of wattage and brightness. Light-ther-
Hopkinton Drug Hosts their 25th Annual Holiday Open House Celebrate the Holiday Season with all of us at Hopkinton Drug on the weekend of December 7th and 8th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for our 25th Annual Holiday Open House. Bring the whole family along and enjoy everything from food tastings, door prizes, raffles, music, and caricatures to children's crafts, face painting, "Twas the Night Before Christ-
mas" Readings, and pictures with Santa (please make sure to bring your own camera)! Other highlights include natural product samples and the opportunity to meet with representatives from some top supplement companies such as Ortho Molecular and Nordic Naturals. Also, our own Hopkinton Drug Wellness Counselors will be
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4. Increase your exercise routine. Now could be the time to join the gym or become part of a walking group. According to The Mayo Clinic, exercise can boost mood, reducing immune system chemicals that can worsen symptoms of depression. In addition, exercise increases body temperature, which may have calming effects, and releases feel-good brain chemicals
that may ease depression. 5. Throw a party. The old saying is "misery loves company," so why not invite friends over and banish cabin fever together? Winter tends to be alienating, as people are more inclined to bundle up and stay indoors. Forcing socialization can brighten not only your own mood but that of others as well. 6. Get out of town. Cabin fever can be temporarily abated by a mini vacation. Head somewhere that is warm and sunny. If you cannot afford a trip to the tropics, a brief jaunt to a spa or relative's house may banish boredom and get you out of the house. 7. Try a new hobby. Attempt an activity that marries winter with getting active. Ideal activities include cross-country skiing, ice hockey, skating, or snowshoeing.
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Milford Regional Welcomes New Physicians to Cancer Center Cancer Center Services expand at Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center at Milford Regional Medical Center with the appointment of several new physicians to Milford Regional’s active medical staff. Natalie Sinclair, MD graduated from the University of Vermont, Burlington, VT with a degree in medicine in 2006. She performed an internal medicine residency at Fletcher Allen Health Care through the University of Vermont and a fellowship in hematology/oncology at Rhode Island Hospital through Brown University, Providence, RI. Dr. Sinclair is board certified in internal medicine and she is an instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School. Milford Regional welcomes three Brigham and Women’s radiation oncologists to the medical staff. Monica Krishnan, MD received her medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 2008. She completed an internship in internal medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and a residency in radiation oncology at Harvard’s Radiation Oncology Program where she was chief resident. Dr. Krishnan is a clinical instructor in radiation oncology at Harvard Medical School. Michael Corradetti, MD graduated with a degree in medicine and a PhD from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI in 2008. He performed an internship in internal medicine and a residency in radiation oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsyl-
vania, Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Corradetti is a clinical instructor in radiation oncology at Harvard Medical School. Itai Pashtan, MD attended the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine where he graduated with
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Living Healthy Put a Stop to the Battle of the Holiday Bulge The holiday season is dominated by parties, family gatherings and festive foods. Overindulgence in rich foods and drink during the holiday season, compounded by cold weather that can make it difficult to exercise, often leads to weight gain by the end of the holiday season. But focusing on diet and exercise during the holiday season can help you avoid unwanted weight gain and provide more energy as the season progresses. The following are some effective ways to sail through the season without gaining weight. • Don't scrimp and sacrifice all of the time. The body is a powerful machine, but it does not always work the way that we want it to. According to nutritional experts, rather than metabolizing food on a daily basis, the body is geared to work over longer periods of time. That means you can balance out a high-calorie day by eating less food and/or lighter fare on the days before and after those days when you anticipate overeating. • Fill up before you go out. If you are worried about highcalorie foods and drinks that are often served at parties or
holiday gatherings, eat before going to the event. Hunger may cause you to overeat and fill up on the wrong kinds of foods. Instead, eat a low-calorie snack that's high in protein and high in fiber before leaving the house. Eating beforehand may help you avoid the chips and dips. • Get plenty of sunshine when possible. Lack of sunlight can attribute to winter blues, which may lead some people to rely on comfort foods. Such foods are typically rich in carbohydrates, fats and sugars. Spending time outdoors in the sun each day can improve your mood and get you off of the couch. • Fill up your plate with the right mix of foods. Don't deny yourself when faced with a big holiday dinner. Rather, fill the plate with a good mix of foods. Devote more space to lean proteins, such as roasted turkey or chicken. Even lean ham is good. Devote much of the rest of your plate to roasted vegetables and whole grains. Take only small portions of high-fat foods like candied yams or bread stuffings. You will still satisfy your craving, but you won't be overdoing it.
• Skip the spirits for the most part. Alcoholic beverages are loaded with empty calories. Many people would rather reserve bonus calories for a piece of pie or a rich brownie. Limit yourself to one drink per day. • Exercise every day. It can be easy to push exercise aside when you're busy with holiday tasks. But soon your metabolism may slow down in response to your body's suddenly more sedentary lifestyle, leading to weight gain. Aim for some sort of daily exercise, whether you decide park further away from stores at the mall or take the stairs instead of the escalator. Don't relegate exercise to a New Year's resolution. Inactivity will only mean you have to work harder in the future to shed those unwanted pounds you packed on during the holiday season. Weight gain may be another part of the holiday season for many men and women. But individuals concerned about adding extra pounds can stop the pattern of gaining weight during the holiday season by making smart choices throughout the season.
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Living Healthy Donate to Good Health Charitable giving means different things to different people. While some associate donations with money, clothing or other tangible goods, donations also can include
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jured patients. Blood also is necessary during routine surgeries. Having an adequate blood supply at the ready can be a matter of life and death for a person in dire need of a transfusion. Canadian Blood Services, which manages the national supply of blood and blood products in Canada, announced during the summer of 2013 that the country is facing a "concerning"shortage of blood due to fewer donations and constant demand. The story is similar in the United States, where the American Red Cross reports a blood donation is needed every two seconds. Blood is perishable, and the need is constant. Red blood cells only have a shelf life of 42 days and platelets just five days, so supply must be replenished constantly. Blood can be donated whole or as plasma or platelets. Plasma is the yellow fluid in which blood cells are suspended. Platelets are smaller
than white or red blood cells and help the blood to clot. Many blood collection centers will tell you that O blood type is in the highest demand because O blood, particularly O-negative, is compatible with all blood types. But it also is the blood type in the shortest supply.
Organs The organization Donate Life America says nearly 120,000 men, women and children currently need lifesaving organ transplants, and every 10 minutes another name is added to the national organ transplant waiting list. In addition to organ transplants, tissue transplants can save lives. Certain organs and tissues can be transplanted from living donors, including kidneys, liver lobes, lungs, and bone marrow. The National Living Organ Donors Foundation, Inc., says living organ donations can mean a more perfect match for
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Hair Cancer patients facing radiation and chemotherapy treatments may lose their hair. Losing one's hair can affect self-esteem. Certain organizations accept donations of human hair, which they fashion into wigs for those who have lost their own hair to cancer and other diseases. Burn victims also benefit from hair donations. The organizations Locks of Love and Wigs For Kids are two not-for-profit groups providing hair replacement solutions for those affected by hair loss. The cosmetic company Pantene has their own "Beautiful Lengths" donation program that also accepts hair donations. In order to donate to most organizations, a minimum hair length is needed and hair should be free of permanent color, bleach or other chemical treatments. Check with the organization for a full list of guidelines. Giving a gift of health by way of a blood, organ or hair donation can make a lasting difference in another person's life.
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Living Healthy Simple Ways to Secure a Better Night’s Sleep A good night's sleep can go a long way toward improving quality of life. According to the National Sleep Foundation, experts say most adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night. Adequate sleep is essential to human health and safety, as it helps men, women and children alike function to their fullest capacity. Though the benefits of a good night's sleep are widely known, 65 percent of respondents in a recent NSF survey admitted they have problems sleeping a few nights each week. That's a significant cause for concern, as sleep deprivation has been linked to a host of health problems, including obesity and high blood pressure. Inadequate sleep has also been linked to decreased productivity, meaning professionals who are not prioritizing a good night's sleep could ultimately see their careers suffer as a result. A variety of factors can impact how well individuals sleep at night. Though some people have preexisting medical conditions that affect the quality of their sleep, many more individuals who struggle with sleep can take some simple steps to alleviate such problems. * Establish and stick to a sleep schedule. Routine can make all the difference when it comes to falling asleep and maintaining that sleep through the night. That's because the sleep-wake cycle is governed by the circadian clock in the brain. This circadian function is strengthened when the body regularly wakes up and goes to bed at the same time. Once a sleep schedule has been established, men, women and children should do their best to stick to their routines on weekends, when many people tend to sleep in later. Upsetting a sleeping schedule on the weekend can make it more difficult for the body to readjust to the routine come Sunday night and Monday morning. * Emphasize an environment that is conducive to sleep. The NSF recommends individuals establish sleep environments that are dark, quiet, comfortable and cool. If an environment is not dark enough, individuals can wear eye shades or hang blackout curtains on windows to prevent outside light from entering their homes. Noise and other distractions, including cell phones that ring or vibrate each time a message is incoming, should be addressed. If necessary, men and women can store their cell phones in the kitchen or another room in the house overnight, reducing the likelihood that sleep will be inter-
rupted by incoming phone calls, emails or text messages. Noise distractions, such as a partner snoring, can be remedied with ear plugs. * Replace mattresses and pillows if necessary. Some sleeping problems
are a byproduct of mattresses and pillows that are old and don't offer enough support. Quality mattresses can last a long time but should be replaced when they no longer provide a comfortable sleeping environment. Mattresses that make noise, feel
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lumpy or sag should be replaced. In addition, if sleeping partners routinely wake each other up when one person gets up to use the restroom or get a glass of water, then chances are that mattress is no longer capable of providing an optimal sleep environment.
* Don't eat dinner or drink alcohol too close to bedtime. The body needs adequate time to digest meals, so individuals who routinely eat shortly before going to bed might find it hard to fall asleep because the body is still working to digest foods. That can be uncomfortable. Alcohol should also be avoided before going to bed, as it can negatively affect the body's ability to get a deep sleep.
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December 1, 2013
Hall Announces Candidacy In October, James Hall, of Arlington, announced his candidacy for Representative of the Fifth District election to be held on December 10th. In a letter to voters, Hall, a labor lawyer who once served as Town Meeting representative and ran against Markey in the 7th Congressional District race, says, “I am running for Congress to help bring about the goal of Presidents John Kennedy and Ronald Reagan to eliminate nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction from our earth.” Hall hopes to “abolish our genocidal armaments” to establish peace on earth, saying other moral questions pale in comparison to this issue, and that his quest is one shared throughout the world and written in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights unanimously adopted by the UN in 1948. “We must recognize that justice, peace, and security in the world all go together; we will not have one without the other two,” writes Hall, whose website is JimHallforCongress.com. The Special Fifth District Election will be held on December 10, 2013.
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Therapeutic Riding Trots Into The Heart Of Holliston BY JANE LEBAK
to come home from school and go ride."
After a year filled of preparation, building and training, Holliston's Lil Folk Farm has opened the doors of its Therapeutic Riding Program to assist children with a variety of disabilities.
Nancy Dubin says, "The kids get so excited about the horses that they just really want to work on the words, like the horse's name or the saddle parts. The excitement comes across with everything they do with the horses."
Owner Nancy Dubin describes the Therapeutic Riding Program Rachel is a seven-yearas a natural and in- Student Jackson Bisazza rides Sugar as part of his old student who rides evitable step for Lil therapeutic riding program. both Sugar and Sweetie Folk Farm. "We started as part of the therapeutic the riding program riding program. Laura with children, and over the years taught since 2009. She sees ther- Young, her mother, believes just we've expanded to covering apeutic riding as a multifaceted being around the animals is a teens and adults who wanted to approach for a student popula- tremendous part of the therapy's get back into riding. I felt as tion with a wide diversity of effectiveness. "It was love at first though in order for us to be a challenges. "Riding brings them sight. When we started the ridcomplete facility for everybody, the ability to 'go for gold' in a ing, she just took right to we needed to encompass chil- way they might not think possi- Alyson, and she loves the ble." dren with disabilities." ponies. There's something about But it's not just about individ- the animal connection that does To that end, Lil Folk Farm has it for her." been making changes in order to ual achievement. "I try to work accommodate the new program: with their therapist personally Alyson Carew says equine building an indoor arena with and continue their work with therapy at Lil Folk Farm proheated rooms, handicapped-ac- their communication, motor vides the whole package. "It's cessible bathrooms, hiring a new skills, and core skills. The horse the atmosphere that's maybe sevinstructor, and dedicating spe- gives them a way to use all that. enty percent of the therapy. cific horses just for therapeutic It's a recreational activity for the There are chickens, donkeys, alriding. Dubin plans to install students, but you're incorporat- pacas, a pig. The animals themheating in the actual riding arena ing the therapy into it." selves could be therapeutic." in the near future. Therapeutic riding, using Equine-Assisted Activities and Therapies, provides sensory, cognitive, physical, emotional and social stimulation for children with a variety of disabilities. Client goals are set individually according to the type of support that will most benefit them. Dubin explains the intake process as flexible and personal. "Talk to the parents, talk to the child, have the child meet the horses, and then set goals for them." The first benefit of therapeutic riding is simply the physical: the gait of a horse and the gait of a human are very similar, so a child with low muscle tone can work his lower body muscles and core without actually having to walk. But there are many benefits, branching out to encompass the emotional, verbal, and psychological. Instructor Alyson Carew, who's worked with horses her whole life, has been involved in therapeutic riding since 2006 and
As with most therapy for children, making it seem like play is part of the process. "I'm a big game-player," says Carew. "I love incorporating academics into our lessons. Shapes, math, anything academic, because it keeps the mind moving. Patterns, obstacle courses, coordination, follow-through. That's my philosophy as far as teaching goes." The benefits are striking. "I noticed a difference at just the first lesson," says Wendy Bisazza, whose three-year-old son Jackson rides Sugar as part of the therapeutic riding program. "Even after the first lesson, the strength in his entire body was just amazing." As Carew says, the benefits Jackson experiences are not just physical. Bisazza says of Jackson, "His speech is delayed, but he's already learned to say 'walk,' 'Sugar,' 'whoa,' and to pull back on the reins." Moreover, his excitement about the therapy is palpable. "On Wednesday mornings we talk about him going riding, and he does the sign for horse all day long. He can't wait
Nancy Dubin agrees. "Horses are just calming to be around. And some kids need a quieter,
more controlled environment." Laura Young says of her daughter Rachel, "When it comes to the farm, with Alyson and the horse, Rachel just does very well in that one-to-one, comfortable, quiet surrounding Although it's located right on Washington Street in the heart of Holliston, Lil Folk Farm is out of sight of the road and very quiet. The horses have been screened and trained to work with even the most fragile students, and a team of nearly twenty volunteers have made themselves available to work as spotters or horse-leaders, plus more volunteers are still to come. Carew says, "There's ap-
prenticing for anyone who's looking to get certified. This is a great way to see how therapy works with horseback riding. We also welcome students who need high school volunteer credit." "We've had a great response from the community," says Nancy Dubin. Carew too looks forward to meeting the needs of Holliston's children. "There are always options for everybody." For more information about therapeutic riding at Lil Folk Farm, visit http://www.lilfolkfarm.com/therapeutic-riding/ or call (508) 429-1700.
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Sports Holliston Soccer Steps Up for the Goal BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY Holliston soccer coach Jay Dupuis and his Panthers were hoping to meet up with another TriValley League opponent, Medway, in the Division 3 South Championship game. While the Mustangs fulfilled their obligation, the Panthers fell short, losing to Norwell 1-0 on penalty kicks in the SemiFinals. Holliston, who captured their first TVL Championship since 2006 had owned Medway, who won the Division 3 South Championship this year and the Division 2 South Title last year, this season and was really looking forward to a third meeting. Holliston was 1-0-1 against Medway with a 2-2 tie and a 2-1 win during the regular season.
“Our goal was to first win the league and then go on to win the states,” the Holliston Coach said. “We were hoping to meet up again with Medway in the South Finals, unfortunately it didn’t happen.”
the large number of defenders that would push the Panthers over the top this fall. Patrolling the midfield en route to the league title was Troy Waddell, Ryan Snow and Logan Cotto.
The Panthers finished a mere point behind the Mustangs last fall for the TVL Title and after going 14-1-3and stealing the title away from Medway, Dupuis and his team liked their chances.
In addition to being named captains of the team, Waddell and Snow would give the Panthers the offensive fire power that they would need to earn those 14 wins. Waddell, a four year starter and second year captain, could be used at just about any position and he’d give you 100%, but it was his team leading 15 goals that topped the stat sheet.
“We had a very strong nucleus of players returning this year, with a majority of them having been here since my first year three years ago,” Dupuis said. “Being together for three years the group had the system down and was running it to perfection.” Holliston was a senior led team with a lot of experience, but it was
While his teammate was leading the team in goals, Snow was leading the league in scoring notching 13 goals and 13 assists for 26 points. Cotto was a former de-
fender that was moved to center midfield when Waddell went down.
“When we lost Troy to an injury for five games I moved Logan into the center midfield position and he was phenomenal,” the coach said. “In moving Logan up, we inserted Karl Cousseillant into his defender position.” Despite losing one of their best overall players for a quarter of the season, the Panthers didn’t miss a beat with Cotto and Cousseillant. Instead the moves made them that much better. Dupuis was in shock to what his team was doing on the field, and when Waddell returned to action, he couldn’t move Cotto back to his defender position. Instead, he played the two side by side, making his team that much better. One other key factor to the Panther’s success in capturing their
first TVL Championship in 7 years was newcomer Jack Curry, a senior keeper. Having lost their goalie Curry, a first year soccer player, was the team’s best option in net and he didn’t disappoint. “For someone who had never played soccer on any level, he did a great job for us this season,” the coach said. “His composure was phenomenal and he really developed into a top notch player as the year went on. He worked really hard to get where he is, and I am totally surprised to how good he actually became.” Unfortunately Dupuis will be without a keeper once again next year as well as his top two goal scorers come next fall, but the coach isn’t worried. Holliston will be the reigning Tri-Valley League Champions, and Medway, as well as the rest of the league will have to go through them to get to the top.
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Sports The Ageless Face of Fitness Local Woman Runs First Marathon at Age 76, Breaks Race Record for Category BY J.D. O’GARA Paulina Berman tried walking for fitness, but it just didn’t move fast enough for her, so she took up running, sometimes with her dog. This past October, however, she ran the beautiful and challenging Cape Cod Marathon, her first one – at age 76.
“I didn’t know I could run races,” says Berman, whose daughter, Deb Peak, also a runner, suggested she enter a 5K about six years ago. Peak knew her Mom was ready to run a race. “I’ve had friends run behind her and tell me ‘we can’t catch her,’” she says. “When I was a kid, she’d
bring us out to the (Boston) Marathon, and we’d done the 26-mile walk.”
Berman began with 5K races, then moved on to 10K’s, and one 15K in Upton. Later, she’d try a 10-mile race in Rhode Island. “My first half-marathon was two years ago,” she says. Never, she says, did she experience any pain, although her daughter, who also runs, made sure that she wore properly fitted, appropriate footwear from a fancy running store in Westboro. “My mom is very frugal,” says Peak, “when it comes to herself, she doesn’t spend money, but I insisted. The one thing she will
spend money on is the sneakers, especially when she has a gift certificate.” And then, of course, Berman ran the Cape Cod Marathon, “and I am still walking,” she says, proudly, admitting some muscle soreness, but not enough to keep her from moving. Her husband, Harvey, jokes, “I’ve been chasing her for 45 years, but I never caught her, because she runs too fast.” Paulina says that she has always been very active. She remembers hearing women, in her native Columbia, complain about their weight once they had children. She says she was horrified. “Don’t blame your children, blame yourself,” she says. She believes the secret is simple: exercise.
LeBlanc A Major Plus For Holliston Sextet BY KEN HAMWEY Rich LeBlanc started his coaching career at Holliston as an assistant, working with Steve Martin. When Martin left to become a principal, LeBlanc took the varsity reins in 2010.
Paulina Berman isn’t afraid of trying new things, and she believes in keeping active. The 76-year-old Holliston resident recently ran her first marathon, The Cape Cod Marathon, in under 6 hours, a record in the race for anyone over 70 at the regular start time.
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LeBlanc’s first year, which ended with an 8-8-4 record in the regular season, featured a pair of tourney wins over Middleboro and Ashland. Bourne ended the run in the third round. Rebuilding was the theme in LeBlanc’s second year when the hardworking Panthers finished with seven victories but no playoff berth. “Last year, we finished 10-9-1 in the regular season, then strung together three wins in the tourney, beating Bourne, Abington and Blue Hills,’’ LeBlanc recalled. “Our streak ended with a 2-0 loss to Medway, which qualified for the states.’’
“I believe in separating the player from the person,’’ LeBlanc noted. “When you’ve got your jersey on, you’re No. 7 or whatever. I hold the player accountable.’’ That philosophy seems to be getting results. Last year, when his seniors were graduating, they could select a teacher or coach to present them with their diplomas. Three of his Tri Valley League allstars selected LeBlanc for the job.
“I promised myself that when I get old, I wouldn’t be like most old people that fall apart,” says Berman, who stands at just 5-feettall. “You have to try to keep it up and be active and do whatever you’ve got to do. Running is not for everybody, but if you can walk, one foot in front of the other, then you go.” Berman says there are not many women her age running most of the races, so she often wins in her category. With the Cape Cod Marathon, no one over 70 at the regular start time had ever run it under 6 hours, but Paulina did. “The basics of my belief is that if you want to do something, you have to really want to do it,” says Berman. “This was my thing, and I feel good about it.”
LeBlanc, who lives in Hopkinton, is married and he and his wife Gisele have three children — Jeremy, 23; Josh, 19; and Jessica, 15. Jeremy, who played hockey in high school and at the junior level in New Brunswick, will be working on his father’s staff as an assistant. He’s taking over for his dad’s cousin, Ray LeBlanc, who worked with Jeremy’s father since he’s been the Panthers’ head coach. Other assistants include T.J. Elder, James Neal and junior varsity coach Rich Blyn. The owner of a construction company (PWS of Hopkinton), LeBlanc rates Bernie Cassell, now coaching as an assistant with the New York Islanders, as a mentor who taught him so much about coaching hockey. “We worked together for four years coaching Team Massachusetts, a junior development squad,’’ LeBlanc said. “I learned a lot in what was a phenomenal experience.’’
That experience obviously helped LeBlanc’s Holliston enjoyed a successful hockey season last winter 2012-13 contingent to and four of the coaches who contributed to the Panthers' jell at the right time and success are, from left, Rich Blyn, TJ Elder, Rich LeBlanc and surprise a majority of the Ray LeBlanc. Panthers’ opponents.
The 44-year-old LeBlanc, who played forward for three years in junior hockey in New Brunswick, relies on a coaching style that stresses basics, skill development and accountability.
“Center Max Turcotte, the TVL’s most-valuable player, center Ben Weiner and defenseman Mike Nesbit chose me to present them with their diplomas,’’ LeBlanc said. “It was really cool.’’
Rich LeBlanc’s fourth year at Holliston’s helm should be another plus for the program.
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Sports No Rebuilding Mode For Holliston’s Hockey Team BY KEN HAMWEY Losing the Tri Valley League’s most-valuable player and six other capable seniors is enough to think about the 2013-14 hockey season at Holliston High as a rebuilding project. That’s not what head coach Rich LeBlanc has in mind. “Losing Max Turcotte, the league’s MVP, and players like defenseman Mike Nesbit and goalie Jamie Losanno will hurt and they’ll be difficult to replace,’’ LeBlanc said. “But, we’ve got 14 skaters returning who have different degrees of experience. And, we plan on being a disciplined team in all aspects of the game.’’ LeBlanc, now in his fourth season as the Panthers coach, likes some of Holliston’s other assets. “I’m expecting us to be a very smart team on defense,’’ LeBlanc said. “It’ll take a total effort but team defense will be a high priority for us. Because of our deep run in the tournament last year (three victories), our kids will be competing with a purpose. They’ll want to get back to the post-season again.’’ Two areas where LeBlanc wants his squad to improve are in getting rebounds and finishing plays. “Losing Turcotte, who had 27 goals last year, means we’ll have to work hard to score. Our depth isn’t a big plus, because we’re not as deep as teams like Medway and Medfield.’’ LeBlanc has three major objectives for the new season. He wants his squad to qualify for tourney play again, be in the upper tier of the TVL standings and simply improve on a daily basis.’’ “If you don’t improve every day, then others will move past you,’’ he said. “If we play team-style
hockey and play to our potential, we can win 12-14 games. There’s no doubt that teams like Medfield (defending TVL champs), Medway and Westwood will be tough to beat. Medfield has a good senior class, Medway has depth and speed and Westwood is very skilled.’’ Holliston compiled a 13-10-1 record last season after its tournament run. If those numbers are to be replicated, the responsibility will be in the capable hands of senior captain Mike Sancomb, a firstline forward, and the Panthers’ four assistant captains — seniors Dan Driscoll (goalie) and Ryan Murphy (forward) and junior defensemen Matt Dracoules and Derek Bedard. “Mike had nine goals and 20 assists last year on Turcotte’s line,’’ LeBlanc said. “He’s got lots of potential, he’s a good finisher and he’s solid under pressure. Dan works hard and has good instincts in goal and Ryan is intelligent, has a superb work ethic and is strong
on penalty-killing. Matt has our quarterback on power plays and Derek is a great systems player. He’s familiar with our program, sees the ice well and can block shots.’’ Four seniors who’ll figure prominently in the Panthers’ plans are forwards Chris Losanno and Drew Ballanger and defensemen Riley Silk and Sean McCarthy. “Chris has the hardest shot of all our players and Drew carries the puck well,’’ LeBlanc said. “Riley is a stay-at-home defenseman and Sean is our offensive defenseman. They’re all good skater, they work hard and we’ll expect a lot from them.’’
LeBlanc said. “He’s a goalie with good skills and excellent instincts.’’ Following is Holliston 2013-14 schedule: Dec. 14 at Westwood, 7 p.m.; Dec. 16 at Littleton in Groton, TBD; Dec. 18 vs. DoverSherborn, 8 p.m.; Dec. 20 vs. Plymouth South in Bourne, TBD; Dec. 21 vs. Bourne/Stoughton (Bourne Christmas Tournament), TBD; Dec. 23 vs. Diman Voke (Bellingham Tournament), TBD; Dec. 27 vs. Bellingham/Norton (Bellingham Tournament), TBD;
For more information about the team, visit its web site at www.Hollistonhockey.com.
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Millis Wonderland Opens Its Gates December 7th BY J.D. O’GARA
holiday set to Christmas music. Some years ago, Meehan coupled his own collection of Christmas dĂŠcor with mechanical exhibits from a gentleman from Connecticut named Mervin Whipple, who, says Meehan, had put a similar display together for his own neighbors for over 30 years.
The quiet, rustic road awakens with twinkling lights, holiday music and the sound of bells ringing. Santa is ever present, even a 40-foot version of him, and the scenes of his elves working and his reindeer in their stalls abound. Nope, it’s not the North Pole. It’s Millis. For the past 14 years, the Meehan family have opened up their hearts and their home to local residents, transforming their property into the Millis Winter Wonderland. Starting the first Friday of December, at 6 p.m., they’ll do it again.
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Temple Beth Torah Engages Youngsters In late October, the children in the Early Childhood Program of Temple Beth Torah, which welcomes children from birth through second grade, participated in making Challah.
According to Rabbi Kideckel, “All the way back to the times of the Torah, the children of Israel were walking in the wilderness, and as they walked, they would pick up manna from the heavens. On Fridays, they picked up a dou-
ble portion that would last through Saturday, because Sabbath required that they don’t do any work.” The Challah loaves, he says, are therefore like two loaves of bread braided, enriched with egg. According the Jewish tradition, says Kideckel, Sabbath begins by lighting Sabbath candles, saying Kiddush, sanctifying the day with a cup of wine, and the staple of life is bread, which is Challah.” The Rabbi explains that the children first made a cover for their Challah, which is placed on the bread at the start of the meal. “We cover it, so that it becomes special to the children, to the family,” says the Rabbi. Children wait for the blessing, then the wine, and then they take the covers off.” Once the family enjoys the meal, says the Rabbi, another blessing is said.
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Taking Steps To Reduce Your Heating Costs This Winter BY JANE LEBAK "Winter is coming" means something different to most in the northeast than to "Game of Thrones" fans. For us, it means high home heating bills. Projections by the US Energy Information Administration (http://www.eia.gov/forecasts/steo/pdf/steo_full.pdf) are a cost of $1,016 for those in the Northeast paying for natural gas, and $2006 for the average US resident paying for oil heat. But we can take steps to reduce
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worker who can help applicants navigate the process of applying for fuel assistance. Carol LaFreniere is the outreach coordinator for Millis. "I'm an intake worker, and this is an intake site. We send out paperwork to interested people, and they have to fill out the application." LaFreniere makes sure the application is complete before sending it to the South Middlesex Community Council for processing. Eligibility for fuel assistance is determined by income level. For example, a family of four would qualify for supplemental fuel assistance if their gross income for all members of the household is less than $61,664. Applicants must provide proof of income, housing information, a fuel bill and electric bill, and identification. Payments are made directly to the vendor. "This is a very well-run program," says LaFreniere. "They 're doing their best to prevent fraud, and the way to do that is to see people and to get identification."
center, the strengths of the local community can come to bear to help those in need. "Sometimes I learn about other needs or can help in other areas," says LaFreniere. "It is a good way to connect with the community." For example, she mentions that one applicant came to fill out the paperwork and sounded overwhelmed by other needs in the home. "There were other numbers and resources I was able to pass on. I look at it as a good thing." Because fuel assistance is only supplemental, individuals should do their best to reduce their own home heating costs. MASSsave offers free Home Energy Assessments to help households reduce their overall energy expenditures.
LaFreniere processed 40 applications in Millis last year, and there were 68 households total receiving some level of fuel assistance.
During a Home Energy Assessment, an energy specialist will spend approximately two hours in a home, examining the various ways the house uses or loses energy in order to make it more efficient. Residents will receive a report with suggestions for improvements they can make (along with rebates they may qualify for) and also some immediate improvements, such as compact fluorescent light bulbs or water-saving devices.
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Artist Spotlight: The Many Layers of Lisa G. Bailey and gets sketched in advance. “My average is just a week to get the palette down,” says Bailey. “I don’t like to stick with one color, I like to try all of the colors.”
BY J.D. O’GARA Lisa Bailey never touched watercolors until she went to college. A versatile artist, she’d worked and taught in oil, acrylic pen and inc and colored pencil, doing a lot of abstract work. When she first began working with watercolor, however, Bailey found she tended to be more realistic. When she sought her own style, however, she found a way to combine her two styles. The result is a distinct presentation of watercolor that combines light, color and shape she calls “color weave.” The transparent liquid of watercolor, says Bailey, allows her to explore the physical phenomenon of volume color and to incorporate certain aspects from things that have fascinated her: stained glass windows, kaleidoscopes and impressionism. “Light plays an important part in all three and how one views color. Light can come from any angle and be an intense direct light or a more diffused filtered light. I wanted to combine movement with different light qualities together into a style that would truly represent who I was as an artist,” says Bailey. Bailey, whose favorite artist is Monet, found a revolutionary style that not only plays with light but also with color and shapes. “You can have a lot of pigment with your water or very little pigment with your water, and that’s going to go from light to dark, but then when you start adding another color, and now you take the one color and put it over or under the other color, then it changes what it looks like,” says Bailey. Blue on top of red, she explains, looks different from red on top of blue, and by changing direction of strokes and layering her colors, she weaves a pattern, with distinct lines, into her
work. Not surprisingly, she calls this watercolor technique “color weave.” Most of the time, says Bailey, who grew up in Grosse Point, Michigan and studied art at Adrian College in Adrian, Mich., she is inspired to paint things from nature, such as a windswept scape of a lighthouse, butterflies, giraffes and fish. Occasionally, however, she’ll paint something that means something to her personally, as when she painted “Carousel Dream,” at a time her daughter was fascinated with carousels, or “Uncorked,” inspired by her husband’s and daughter’s love and knowledge of wine. Bailey’s approach is very controlled. “Unlike other people that do watercolor who let the watercolor do its own thing, everything I do is very planned and thought out,” says Bailey, of her water color work. With oils and acrylics, however, she says she is more spontaneous. Each work can take up to three months, says Bailey, with her working at least 5 hours a day once she starts. Each work gets a color scheme all its own
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Holliston Newcomers & Holliston Lions Unite to Brighten Holidays for Neighbors BY J.D. O'GARA The Holliston Newcomers and the Holliston Lions are officially combining efforts this year for the "Gifts for Giving" program, to benefit local families who make use of
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Practical Tips for Year-End Charitable Giving Happy Holidays! Whether you’re trimming the tree, lighting the menorah, or still trying to recycle Thanksgiving leftovers into new recipes, we at Atlantic Capital Management wish you happiness and prosperity this holiday season! In keeping with the spirit of giving common during this season, we’re going to use our final column of the year to talk practically about year-end giving as it relates to both charitable and estate-planning scenarios. Beyond the obvious good that comes from making gifts or donations to the many charitable organizations that serve the public interest, there are also some significant tax advantages to charitable giving that make it an important part of any wealth-management strategy. Our experience serving our clients over the past 27 years has given us a lot of insight into the best practices for year-end giving; we’ve distilled the most practical into the list below. Give to qualified organizations: There are many qualified, reputable organizations serving thousands of worthwhile causes; there are also many unqualified, disreputable groups willing to take your
money. Use the Exempt Organizations Select Check tool at the irs.gov website to verify the legitimacy and tax-exempt status of the group(s) you choose to give to. Pay attention to the rules and guidelines: As you might expect, the IRS has a plethora of rules and guidelines that cover charitable giving. For example, monetary donations of any amount, to any type of organization, must be documented properly in order to qualify as tax deductions. So whether you bought popcorn from the Boy Scouts or put up the cash for a new wing at the local hospital, you’ll need to provide bank records like canceled checks or statements to corroborate your contributions. Keep good records of your donations, including dates, amounts, organization names, etc. If you donate material goods to an organization, get a receipt if you do it in person, or keep written records that include time, date, and value of goods if you utilize a drop-off box or unattended location. Finally, be mindful of the technicalities involved in the tax exemptions; for instance, you cannot deduct charitable giving if you
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Hello to all my readers, and thank you for your letters and e-mails during 2013. This is our Christmas/New Year column. Rather than answer a single question I thought it would be good to generalize on past inquiries. 2013 has been a solid year for the local real-estate market with a great number of sales being completed at very close- to-asking prices. The general trend has been strong, helped along by low interest rates and a strong local employment environment. Banks continue to be conservative in their lending practices by scrutinizing the borrower’s history and their ability to repay the mort-
For buyers who are planning to purchase in 2014-this is a great time begin your research, as more and more homes come on to the market after the 1st of the year. By beginning your research now, you will be able to get the “tempo” of the market and make intelligent decisions.
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Homeowners who are considering a move would be wise to consider marketing their homes now and taking advantage of the benefits of listing at the end of the year and during the holiday season, in preparation for a closing in 2014. This is just another sign of the times… about the author: Barbara Todaro is an award winning real estate agent with 35 years of experience and is the marketing agent for The Kuney-Todaro Team. Barbara is a blogger on ActiveRain, Google+ and several
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Mr. Capozzoli has been a Massachusetts real estate broker for 35 years. You are invited to submit your real estate questions by e-mail cappy@erakey.com or by phone (508) 596-2600. Cappy has been a resident of Medway for 20+years.
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