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New Memorial in Wrentham Remembers 9/11

Norfolk Native Competes In Bulgaria Buchholz Finishes 8th In Junior World Rowing Championships

By J.D. O’Gara

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Its message is simple.

Etched on the smooth granite stone, the words “Wrentham Remembers September 11, 2001” stand out in the center, followed by “We Honor Those Who Serve and Protect Our Country.” Underneath them are the four times that day that American lives were lost to terrorism, a succession of violent and horrific acts that gripped U.S. citizens as they realized that these were no coincidence. We were under attack.

Chase Buchholz and his family left Norfolk in April, but the town should be exceptionally proud of what its native son achieved at the Junior World Rowing Championships in Bulgaria in August.

The 17-year-old Buchholz and teammate Breck Wagner finished eighth overall out of 33 countries in the double sculls category, the highest finish by a U.S. tandem since 1970. The duo qualified for the international competition by winning three races at the Junior National Team Trials in Princeton.

Buchholz and Wagner won their opening heat comfortably, advancing to the quarterfinals, where the duo placed third behind Germany and Switzerland.

The third place finish earned the pair a place in the semifinals where they took fourth. If they

Norfolk native Chase Buchholz left, and his rowing teammate Breck Wagner proved that they could hold their own among the world’s top young rowers. Their team took 8th place overall of 33 countries participating in the Junior World Rowing Championships in Bulgaria.

had placed third or finished one second quicker, they would have advanced to the A Finals.

Instead, they competed in the B Finals, finishing second behind France and earning the tandem an eighth-place overall rank.

“We knew we were facing elite rowers, so our expectations at first weren’t too lofty,’’ said Buchholz, who’s in his senior year at Moses Brown in Providence. “But, after winning comfortably in our heat, we realized

we could row on even terms against great competition.’’

Although Buchholz and Wagner were enthusiastically congratulated by other members of

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The boy behind the new memorial that stands in front of Wrentham Town Hall was just four years old on September 11, 2001. Troy Neubecker doesn’t remember the day, but that didn’t stop him from making sure that Wrentham remembers.

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the U.S. National Team and its coaches, and later recognized in the magazine, the Norfolk native admits “it was disappointing not advancing to the A Final.’’

“No U.S. team has ever competed in the double sculls grand finale at the world level, but we came so close to qualifying in the semifinal,’’ Buchholz emphasized. “Breck and I, nevertheless, were proud to represent our country.’’

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“Conditions were normal,’’ Buchholz said. “The water was flat, no waves, and the wind was calm. And, the temperature was about 90 degrees most of the time.

Breck and I have teamed up for about a year, but the world competition was a bit different, because so many of our races were tight. A lot of boats were bunched together near the finish. It forced us to adjust our strategy.’’

Buchholz, who represents the Narragansett Boat Club in Providence, trains three times daily in the spring and summer and twice a day during the winter months.

Now living in Providence (near Moses Brown and the boat club), Buchholz knows he’ll soon be facing four years of collegiate rowing. A high honors student and vice president of the student body, Buchholz is aware that his rowing prowess is being monitored in the Ivy League.

“I’ll be considering either Harvard or Princeton,’’ he said.

“Rowing will be a major part of my college life, and I plan to major in either business or law.’’

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Since Buchholz and Wagner fared so well in Bulgaria, the thought of competing in the Olympics is a possibility.

“I’ll see how I fare in college and let that be the guiding force,’’ Buchholz said. “It takes several years to sharpen one’s skills for the Olympics and someone in their late 20s or early 30s is really in his prime for Olympic competition. A lot of dedication has to be in the mix.’’

Buchholz started rowing at age 15 when he saw his uncle (Alex Butterfield) compete. His mother (Elisabeth) thought rowing would

be a sport suited for her son’s 6foot-3, 185-pound frame. After his positive results in Bulgaria, turns out she was right.

Buchholz finished third in men’s heavyweight double sculls and fourth in the quadruple event at the U.S. Rowing Youth National Championships in Oakridge, Tenn. Buchholz later notched a second-place in the heavyweight double sculls at the Junior National Team Trials in Princeton, N.J. His next five competitions ended without a blemish — first-place efforts in single, double and quadruple sculling events.

Before going to Bulgaria, Buchholz’s winning streak this year included a victory in Junior A doubles at the U.S. Rowing Club Nationals in Indianapolis; a first in doubles at the Head of the Charles Regatta in Cambridge; a first in doubles at the U.S. Rowing Youth Nationals in Oakridge, Tenn.; three victories in doubles at the Junior National Team Trials in Princeton that qualified him for Bulgaria; and victories in singles, doubles and quads at the U.S. Rowing Club Nationals in Camden, N.J. Buchholz points to Barrington, R.I., resident Peter Wilhelm as his rowing mentor. Wilhelm is a member of the Narragansett Boat Club and has worked closely with Buchholz.

“Peter has great knowledge of the sport and has rowed all his life,’’ Buchholz emphasized.

“He’s a veteran sailor and he’s been a positive force for me. It’s been an honor to bring home medals and trophies to the Narragansett Boat Club. I enjoy many things in life, but rowing is the only thing I’m extremely passionate about. Winning a race creates great ecstasy, and it’s an honor to be part of the oldest boat club in the United States.’’

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“Wrentham Works” Exhibit Open through Fall The Old Fiske Museum hosted an exhibit on Wrentham Day, "Wrentham Works: Yesterday and Today." The Cultural Council Gallery features paintings, poetry, sculpture, pottery, and other works reflecting the professions and passions of today's Wrentham residents.

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Historical Sign to be Dedicated September 30th The Norfolk Historical Commission has scheduled a dedication ceremony for the new historical sign, erected at Town Hill in Norfolk this past summer. The new sign displays a map of Norfolk’s town center and photos, each with a story, of all the buildings, standing and razed, that have occupied our

Town Hill and the surrounding streets since Norfolk was first settled. The sign faces north and is on the precise location of the town’s original Town Hall that dated back to 1800 and burned in December 1922.

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In speaking about this project on September 11, 2012, Neubecker told the crowd that he went back to research the day. In viewing video footage, the 15-year-old was transported back to the grim day, and what struck him, he says, was the bravery of the men and women who stepped into harm’s way without hesitation, to save the lives of others. Neubecker wanted the memorial to be located in a place where Wrentham’s own safety officers could see it. In addressing the crowd, the teen credited Wrentham for “the support and spirit of community that helped make this happen.�

The evening opened with an invocation by Fr. Bill Owen, of St. Mary’s Parish. Elisha Bussiere, whose aunt, Judy Larocque, was killed as a passenger on American Airlines Flight 11, out of Boston, that day. Bussiere asked the hundreds in the crowd, “Do you remember?� evoking the crisp, clear autumn day shattered by the events that unfolded. Then she asked the group to “make 9/11 a day to stop and remember.�

Larocque was joined by her Mom, Diane Marshall, Judy’s sister. Marshall described her sister as

Local Town Pages www.norfolkwrenthamnews.com an amazing person, strong and courageous.� She personally thanked the young Neubecker for bringing “this much appreciated memorial� to Wrentham and showing “it is important to never forget.�

Wrentham Fire Chief James McMorrow followed Marshall’s sentiments. Said McMorrow, “We have the privilege of accepting the hard work of a young man who did remember ‌â€? and thanked Neubecker for his efforts.

Wrentham Police Chief James Anderson spoke of how the community rose up from the tragedy of the day. He spoke of people helping each other and the “patriotic spirit� that had overcome Americans in the aftermath of 9/11. The day, and the memorial, he said, “remind us all of our pride and our freedom,� and how the events of that day reminded Americans “to respect and thank policemen, firemen and our armed forces, who consistently run into harm’s way.�

The Police Chief’s remarks were followed by Joseph Botaish, who talked about Troy’s spirit and how he was more than willing to help him in his effort. Senator Richard Ross noted that that the memorial was “made possible from a hard-

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working and determined young man,� praising Neubecker for raising over $20,000 and for helping Wrentham remember “all year long and each and every day.� He presented Troy Neubecker with an Official Citation from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Senate.

Gail Huff-Brown, wife of Senator Scott Brown, continued Ross’ sentiment, presenting Neubecker’s and his family with a flag that had been flown over Capitol Hill.

After Troy unveiled the new memorial, Boy Scout Nathan Perry closed the ceremony with “Taps,� which was followed by military salute. As the crowd approached the memorial on a night as clear and beautiful as the one on that fateful day, curious young children stepped up to trace the words on

On September 11, 2012, children of Wrentham wasted no time getting to know a new memorial, remembering the events of 9/11/2001, and especially those who serve and protect us. The memorial was the result of an effort by 15-year-old Troy Neubecker.

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Franklin School for the Performing Arts Growing Skills for the Stage – and Skills for Life

By JuDitH O’Gara When Raye Lynn Mercer founded the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) as a piano teacher 27 years ago, she envisioned a family-oriented environment of excellence – a center of learning that would bring together the performing arts disciplines of music, dance and drama, with accomplished faculty, extensive performance opportunities and a flexible curriculum suited to individual students. FSPA, at 38 Main Street in Franklin, has become all of this and more. Indeed, Mercer did not anticipate what would make her most proud of FSPA today: the school's unique, student-centered community that equips kids with life skills for years to come.

“I think that for all of us on staff, the life skills component of what we do is very important,” says Mercer. “FSPA promotes a supportive, but expectation-driven environment. I believe that the lessons our students learn and the values we share, emphasizing re-

Along with this personal growth comes lifelong friendship.

FSPA Alum Catherine Weiss, has “done it all” at the school over 11 years, taking dance and voice lessons and traveling to both Disney and Europe with special ensembles.

Although FSPA absolutely prepares its students for the rigors of a life in the performing arts if that’s what they choose, says the pre-law student, lessons learned are transferable no matter what students decide to do. Most important for her, says Weiss, are the friends she made along the way.

“All the friends that I’ve stayed really close with are from FSPA,” says Weiss. “When you go to college, you have a chance to choose who to keep in touch with, and my friendships from FSPA are the ones I’ve really wanted to continue … we’ve grown up together.

We’ve traveled together. We’ve had a lot of life experiences that people don’t normally have at a young age.”

“That’s a really nice aspect of our community and a special bonus to taking classes here,” says Mercer. “The students support each other. Mentoring and peer leadership happen naturally.”

The school, says Mercer, is full of “positive energy, effort and fun.”

Our approach to teaching the arts allows students at any age or level to find a place at FSPA, whether to pursue the arts seriously or to

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Director Raye Lynn Mercer is pictured with lead performers from both younger and older casts of FSPA’s SummerStage presentations of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. SummerStage is a two-week theater program culminating in all-student musical productions.

theater, in Hong Kong. Students from both countries benefited from the international experience this summer, when Hong Kong students came and paired up with FSPA buddies for some creative programming and a little sightseeing. “It was a terrific experience for kids on both sides of the program,” says Mercer.

FSPA has long given its students a wider view of the world. In 1998, the school began bringing its premier youth ensemble, Electric Youth, to Europe. Backed by an 8-piece band of Boston-area musicians, the ensemble returned to Austria and Italy this past summer for the 9th European concert tour, which included a Fourth of July performance at Aviano Air Force Base. Additionally, each year, FSPA student ensembles entertain audiences at Walt Disney World, and, through a collaboration with Broadway Artists Alliance of New York City, students also have the opportunity to take Electric Youth, an international touring ensemble of young singer-dancers master classes with Broadway trained at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts, performs in Todi performers, directors and casting Square, Italy during their Summer 2012 three-week concert tour of professionals.

Austria and Italy. spect, kindness, motivation, discipline, and leadership make our school a great choice for extracurricular activities and for many, a very special place to grow up.”

Some students begin at FSPA as very young children and are involved until they receive a diploma at the school’s annual commencement for the senior class.

take a class just for fun.

And children can begin early.

The Little Music School is an innovative curriculum developed at FSPA in which children as young as 18 months learn to play the piano. So unique is this approach that FSPA traveled halfway around the world this year to introduce LMS, as well as musical

FSPA is also distinctly positioned to offer an immersive, interdisciplinary musical theater experience. “What makes this school unique is that all aspects of the performing arts are available under one roof,” says Mercer.

“We have unparalleled performance opportunities for our students.”

These include high-quality productions pre-

sented by the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), through which professional artists, amateur performers and students of the arts share a collaborative and inspiring performing experience. Private voice lessons and group classes teach students confidence, technique and musicality, while FSPA’s faculty of accomplished musicians adds first-rate instruction in piano, strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion to the mix. The Drama Department offers acting and musical theater classes for all ages with recreational curriculum or college and career preparation.

And while FSPA’s classical Ballet Conservatory provides preprofessional training and performance experiences, the school’s wide-ranging dance curriculum encourages other students to select from an extensive roster of classes in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, lyrical and hip-hop.

This fall students will have the opportunity to build their own program and become a part of FSPA’s exciting new program called Project Dance. “Rather than competing in dance, we focus on technique, artistry and performance,” says Mercer. “Project Dance is a way that we can provide a complete dance experience with a flexible curriculum.”

FSPA will bring its energy, enthusiasm and excellence to downtown Hudson this fall, expanding to a new satellite location in the historic Odd Fellows Building.

The new location will expand FSPA’s reach to 75 towns from the 50 communities currently represented by FSPA’s enrollment in Franklin.

Mercer emphasizes, however, that the school will maintain its family-focused atmosphere.

“It isn’t just a place to take singing and dancing and acting lessons,” says the director. “What I’m most proud of is the community we have built around the arts at FSPA. The culture and familyoriented environment are special.” Weiss agrees that the skills she’s developed over the years will always aid her in whatever pursuit she chooses. “You learn a lot of great presentation skills, organizational skills, and time management,” says Weiss.

“We teach the performing arts, but we also impart life skills here,” says Mercer, “and whether or not students pursue the arts for college or career, they leave here having developed poise, self-confidence and an ability to communicate and express themselves.

These are all life skills that resonate in any career. Our students leave here, I think, better people.”

To find out more about the Franklin School for the Performing Arts, located at 38 Main Street in Franklin and at 14 Main St. in Hudson, visit www.fspaonline.com or call (508) 528-8668.

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Costume Re-Sale Recycles, Raises Funds for Norfolk Community First Annual Halloween Costume Resale October 3

By J.D. O’Gara How many parents have spent good money on a Halloween costume their child had to have, only to see that costume sit new and practically unused in the back of their child’s closet? The Norfolk Community League has turned this costume quandary into an opportunity for parents to recycle, save a few dollars, and help their community all at the same time.

The Norfolk Community League is pleased to announce its first Halloween Costume Resale on October 3rd, from 5-8 p.m. at the Freeman Kennedy School located at 70 Boardman Street, Norfolk. Halloween costumes will be priced at $10 or less! All proceeds will benefit the Norfolk Community.

According to Norfolk Community League fundraising co-chair Rachael Cochran, donation boxes are available at both Norfolk elementary schools, the Freeman Kennedy School and the H. Olive Day School. Collections at the schools don’t just mean costumes have to be for children, however.

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adult’s costumes are welcome. To make arrangements for donation drop off or for questions regarding the sale please email fundraisingncl@gmail.com.

“We’ve gotten a bunch of donations,” says Cochran, who explains that all of the fundraising money that is raised by the NCL “is dispersed back into our community – schools, the police department, library… Local organizations can apply for a disbursement from the NCL. Our goal is to fundraise enough money, so we can give back to the community.”

Cochran is hoping this event will be a win-win situation.

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Have your kids only worn their great Halloween costume one time?

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Now that the hottest days, family vacations and back-to-school rush are behind us, it’s a great time to give some attention to your personal finances. Prepare for the coming months – and the holidays on the horizon – with these fall tips: • Pay quarterly estimated taxes.

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everyone on your list without taking on debt. Resolve to start a “Christmas Club” savings account in the New Year to jumpstart your savings habit.

• Teach children to save. When kids return to school, they often have a renewed sense of focus and determination. Schools across the country are incorporating financial literacy into the classroom. Take this opportunity to talk to your children about money and the importance of saving. Your efforts will be rewarded as your child develops an understanding of financial principles and positive financial habits. HarborOneU in Mansfield has a great free class called “Piggy Bankers” that can help.

• De-clutter and donate. As summer winds down and you start spending more time inside, take a hard look at all the stuff you’ve been stockpiling. Sorting through clothes you no longer wear along with electronics and unused household items can free-up space and even make you a little cash.

Sell items at a local consignment shop or donate them (by making a tax-deductible contribution).

• Conquering the Clutter in your Financial Closet. You need only to keep credit card receipts, ATM transactions, and deposit and debit card receipts until you verify the transaction on your monthly statements and then you can shred them.

Always remember that any financial transaction, receipt or account statement should be shredded. NEVER throw them in the trash.

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PERMANENT items you may want to keep: • Educational records

• Contents of your safe deposit box CURRENT items, which need to be reviewed every 3-6 years, before deciding whether to continue keeping or shredding them include: • Cancelled checks • Bank statements

In Norfolk, of 6,418 registered voters, 1,061 voted in the primary.

Six-hundred and forty of those chose the Republican ballot, while 421 leaned Democrat. None chose the Green Rainbow Party.

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In Wrentham, of a total of 7,676, 716 voters came to vote in the primary election, and 309 of them took Democratic ballots, while 406 chose Republicans and one picked Green Rainbow Party.

For the Presidential Election, polls will be open at the Delaney School in Wrentham from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. In Norfolk, information on poll location was still being confirmed at the time of this newspaper printing. Please contact the Town Clerk or visit www.virtualnorfolk.org for poll location information.

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October 1, 2012

Wrunning the Wrace The 28th Annual Wrentham Wroad Wrace took place on the beautiful morning of September 8th this year. The race drew 166 runners from Wrentham and surrounding towns. The overall winner was Gregory Payne, age 22, or North Attleboro, with a time of 16:40 (that’s a 5.22 minute mile, everyone). In the men’s category,

And the winner is‌ Gregory Payne. This 22year-old, of North Attleboro, was the fastest runner in the 28th Annual Wrentham Wroad Wrace running it in 16:40.

Payne was followed by Chris Elgar, of Attleboro, at 18:18 for second place, and Mark Capparella (18:51), of Bellingham for third. The fastest female runner was Amanda Ghostlaw, of Wrentham, at 20:36, followed by Diane Smith-Knowles, of Plainville (20:53) and Juli Nievergelt, of Norfolk (21:52).

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Holly Club Introduces “Lake Pearl” Ornament The Holly Club, of Wrentham, a club that dates back to 1898, recently introduced this year’s, and their latest Christmas ornament, “Lake Pearl,” available for sale. The group is dedicated to social services, civic activies, and a broader fellowship of women, according to the town website. For more information on the Holly Club, call Jane Robinson at (508) 384-8209 or email thehollyclub@gmail.com.

Visible at Wrentham Day, Holly Club volunteers Kay Owen and Caron Ketchum sell Wrentham-related items to fundraise for their organization. Their newest ornament, “Lake Pearl,” shown at inset, is now available for purchase.

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Freeman Kennedy Elementary Gets a Warm Welcome

By J.D. O’Gara Hundreds gathered at the new Freeman Kennedy Elementary School at 70 Boardman Street on the sunny, Saturday morning of September 8th, to welcome the addition of the new facility for 3rd to 6th graders. The welcoming ceremony included entertainment from the school’s young musicians, and a welcome from Principal Lisa Altham-Hickey.

Special guests included Priscilla Chick, the daughter of Alvin J. Freeman, for whom both the Freeman Kennedy School and the former Freeman Centennial School are named, as well as the family of U.S. Army Sgt. Adam P. Kennedy, a Norfolk school son who was killed in combat in April of 2007.

Altham-Hickey presented both the Freeman and the Kennedy families with a framed photo of the new school.

“My Dad was such an advocate for school,” said Chick, in a statement to the crowd. She told them “children are the future of all of us,” and that her father would be proud to have his name associated with “another milestone for educating the students of Norfolk,” as well as to share the name of the school with Sgt. Kennedy.

“My father would be so proud. It is an honor he would never have

Senator Scott Brown joined Norfolk officials and residents to welcome the new facility.

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“His legacy will live on.”

Standing in the new auditorium of the Freeman Kennedy Elementary School on grand opening day, Priscilla Chick, daughter of Alvin J. Freeman told the crowd “children are the future of all of us.” Chick’s address was followed by that of David Kennedy, father of U.S. Army Sgt. Adam P. Kennedy, who hopes children will be reminded of the way his son lived his life.

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Wrentham Day! The 31st annual Wrentham Day was breezy but beautiful, as residents gathered to celebrate town organizations and fellowship. Here a few glimpses.

Naitonal American Miss Massachusetts Team member Cailin O’Neill, of Wrentham, spends some time greeting Wrentham residents with volunteers for the 4 Paws Animal Shelter effort, Jean Cane, Roberta Schwalbe and Maureen Osolnik.

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ROGER M. KALDAWY, M.D. MILFORD FRANKLIN EYE CENTER More and more time is spent every day using computer screens and our eyes are paying the price.

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NCL is Now Accepting Comedy Hypnotist to Be Featured Disbursement Requests in King Philip Fundraiser The Norfolk Community League has opened its Fall 2012 Disbursement process. Applications for monetary assistance are currently being accepted. The community groups, clubs, services, schools and other organizations in the Town of Norfolk are encouraged to apply. Funds will reach awarded organizations in December 2012.

To download the request form (MS Word) or to complete an online application: visit www.NorfolkCommunityLeague.org.

The application deadline is October 15, 2012.

About NCL The Norfolk Community League is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the

quality of life for Norfolk residents and strengthening community spirit by organizing social, family-based, fundraising, and charitable activities. Membership is a key component to making this happen. NCL Members enjoy access to groups and clubs as away to meet people in town and make new friends. Membership dues help us plan events that are fun for members and the community.

They are also important for our fundraising efforts that raise money we distribute to organizations like Norfolk Public and King Philip Schools, and the Norfolk Fire Dept.

To learn more about NCL or to become a member, go to w w w. N o r f o l k C o m m u nityLeague.org

Join the King Philip Parents’ Network for an entertaining night of non-stop laughs as professional comedian and hypnotist Jim Spinnato brings his presenta-

tion of comedy and hypnosis to the King Philip Middle School auditorium on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 beginning at 8 p.m.

Tickets are $10 and can be ordered from the KP ParNetwork ents’ website (www.kpparentnetwork.org) or purchased at the door the night of the show. Enjoy a fun night out with other adults--friends, neighbors, and spouses. Light refreshments will be available for purchase starting at 7:30 p.m.

Since the mid 90’s Jim has amazed audiences up and down the east coast performing for corporate clients, colleges, high schools and casinos. His exciting and high energy combination of music, audience participation, comedy and hypnosis is a fastpaced romp through the subconscious mind. This unforgettable show will have you on the edge of your seats and dancing in the aisles…all while in a “deep sleep.” From his early days in the comedy club circuit to his present day schedule of corporate, casino and college gigs, Jim’s performances have always been nothing short of incredible.

“Sleeping” was never this funny! For more about Jim see www.jimspinnato.com.

12th Annual Haunted A Place to Unwind Train Ride and Spooky Maze Co-Sponsored by Norfolk Community League and Norfolk Lions The 12th Annual Haunted Train Ride and Spooky Maze, cosponsored by Norfolk Community League and Norfolk Lions, will take place on October 13th from 5-8:30 p.m. at the Holmes Fields on Myrtle St. in Norfolk. Rain Date is Saturday October 27th.

Costumes are encouraged as well as a canned good for donation to the Norfolk Food Pantry. The Haunted Train ride is geared to kids from Kindergarten through Middle School. As the evening

gets darker, the ride gets scarier! There will also be food, music and fun to keep you entertained in line!

This popular event requires an advance ticket.

Community groups interested in participating in the Haunted Train ride can contact the Committee.

Any teens needing community service hours can also be utilized.

Please send an email to hauntedtrainride@gmail.com or contact Tara Spellman at (508) 384-6354, Tracy Hilfrank at (508) 541-2388 or Tom Grant at (508) 541-4108.

Norfolk Church Pancake Breakfast October 6 The Federated Church of Norfolk October Pancake Breakfast will be held at on Saturday, October 6 from 8 - 10 a.m. In addition to our famous homemade pancakes, ham, sausage and cinnamon rolls, we will cook omelets or fresh eggs to order. Fresh homemade biscuits, sausage gravy and hash brown potatoes will also be served.

It’s all you can eat for $7, with a Sr. citizen cost of $5. Breakfast is free for children under age 10. The Federated Church is located at the corner of Main Street and Route 115 across from the Town Common. The breakfast is served in the church vestry, which is handicapped accessible. For more information, contact the church office (508) 528-0262.

The King Philip Parents’ Network is pleased to announce the purchase and installation of picnic tables for the KP school community. With the help of parent volunteers, the picnic tables were recently installed outside the doors of the high school cafeteria. Earmarked for use by the senior class during lunch, they will also be available for the rest of the student body, faculty, and community to enjoy.

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Norfolk Cultural Council Seeks Funding Proposals Proposals for community – arts, humanities, and science projects due October 15, 2012.

The Norfolk Cultural Council has set an October 15, 2012 postmark deadline for organizations, schools and individuals to apply for Local Cultural Council grants that support cultural activities in the community. According to Council spokesperson, Deanna Grimm, these state grants can support a variety of artistic projects and activities in Norfolk – including exhibits, festivals, short-term artists-in residences or performances in schools, workshops and lectures.

The Norfolk Cultural Council will also entertain funding proposals from schools and youth groups through the PASS Program, which

provides subsidies for Norfolk school age children to attend cultural field trips.

The Norfolk Cultural Council is part of 329 Local Cultural Councils serving all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. The LCC Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community-based projects in the arts, sciences and humanities every year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community.

This year, the Norfolk Cultural Council distributed over $3,870 in grants. Some of the 2012 grants supported by the council included: Norfolk Public Library – (Dream Big with Magic, Imagine That –

Celebrating Reading) Norfolk Recreation Department – Summer Series Concerts Stony Brook Wildlife – Spring Open House The Un-Common Theatre (Pride & Prejudice, Young Performers – Disney Aladdin Jr.) Shane Wood - Jazz Trio at the Norfolk Library Norfolk Quill – Margo Ball, literary workshops For specific guidelines and complete information on the Norfolk Cultural Council (NCC), contact NCC at email address ncc@virtualnorfolk.org. Application forms and more information about the Local Cultural Council Program are available online at www.massculture.org/lcc_public.asp.

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Library Programs

Norfolk Public Library 139 Main Street, Norfolk, MA 02056 Phone: 508-528-3380

Come Haunt the Norfolk Public Library in October October 9, Yoga for Preschoolers (registration required), 10:30-11 a.m.

Anyone aged 3-18 can enter our annual contest to how off a pumpkin and win cool prizes. Pumpkins can be painted, dressed up or otherwise decorated, but please DO NOT CARVE THEM! Visit the Norfolk Public Library registration desk to pick up an entry form and complete list of rules.

October 16, Mission to Mars, for grades K-2, 3:30-4:15 p.m., learn about astronomy and take an imaginary trip though space.

Weekly Programs Building Blocks LEGO Club, (Tuesdays, 4:30-5 p.m.), Children 4+ with caregiver

October 23, Preschool Play & Learn (registration required), September 25 (fourth Tuesday), 10:3011:30 a.m., Ages 2 1/2 to 5 with caregiver. Activities may include tactile play, movement, stories and crafts.

Baby Time, (Wednesdays 10:3011 a.m.), for babies 0-12 months with caregiver

Children’s Events and Monthly Programs Some programs require registration.

Register online at http://library. virtualnorfolk.org or contact Amy Reimann, Youth Services Librarian at (508) 528-3380 x5 or areimann@ virtualnorfolk.org with questions.

October 1, No Girls Allowed! BoyOnly Book Discussion for grades 46, 3:30-4:30 p.m., First book Hatchet,

by Gary Paulsen, registration required, read book before attending Ed Morgan Sing-Along October 2, (first Tuesday), 10:30 a.m., Join Ed for singing, dancing and an all-around great time. All ages welcome.

October 4, The Mark of Athena Release Party, Grades 4+, 3:30-4:30 p.m., The newest book in Rick Riordan’s Heroes of Olympus series comes out this week. Join us for trivia, games and all things Demigod.

Recommended reading: at least one book from Percy Jackson or Heroes of Olympus.

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Bookworms (Registration Required), October 15 (3rd Monday every month), Grades 2-3, Monthly parent-child book club for chapter book readers. First meeting will discuss I Was a Third Grade Science Project, by Mary Jane Auch. Please read the book before attending.

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October Events at the Fiske Library October 6 Bugworks : A Living Lesson with Crawling Creatures, 10:30 or 11:30 a.m., Ages 6 and Up. Parents welcome to attend.

Sign up to attend 50-minute educational and entertaining program which features live insects and other arthropods.

Limited to 30 children. Registration required. Tickets and sign-up sheets available at the circulation desk. Program free but canned-good donations accepted for the Wrentham Food Pantry. This program is supported with a grant from the SWEATT FUND.110 Randall

Rd., Wrentham, call (508) 384.5440 or visit fiskelib.org October 25 Fiske Library Evening Book Group, 6:30 p.m. Visit http:/fiskelib.org and go to the adult activities page for the name of the book to be discussed. 110 Randall Rd., Wrentham, call (508) 384.5440 or visit fiskelib.org October 31 Foreign Film, SWEATT meeting room of Fiske Public Library, 7 p.m., 110 Randall Rd., Wrentham, call (508) 384.5440 or visit fiskelib.org

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Dean Bank Offers THE PURR-FECT CAT SHELTER Pet of the Month Services from Good Ol' Days to Cutting Edge These Kitties Come in Halloween Colors As Dean Bank continues its 123rd year of serving the residents and businesses of its communities, it continues to strive to help its customers live a better life by creating financial products and services that improve their banking experience. The bank’s people, processes and technology are keenly focused on the success of its customers, and the results have been consistently positive since 1889.

As one of the few remaining community banks in the area, the bank is extremely pleased to introduce two new and innovative services. The first creates an entirely new way for customers to bank, while the second is a throwback to the “Good Old Days” of banking.

Dean Bank has just launched a brand-new Mobile Banking product, available free of charge to all customers and has also installed two brand-new state-of-the-art coin counting machines in its Franklin and Blackstone branches.

Mobile Banking, available for Dean Bank customers as a free downloadable app for iPhone and Android devices and accessible via the web browser of all other Internet-enabled mobile phones, gives the bank’s consumer and business customers instant access to their accounts from anywhere at any time. Bank customers can check balances, view account history, transfer funds between accounts, pay bills and much more.

Additional functionality allows information to be viewed via text message, creating an even faster

method of obtaining account data.

Meanwhile, the coin counters will provide customers and noncustomers alike a convenient, fast and accurate method of converting loose coin into currency. Coin counting services will be provided at no cost to consumer customers of the bank, while business customers and non-customers will be assessed a processing fee. The machines can be found inside the bank’s Franklin and Blackstone branches.

“Dean Bank enters a new era of banking with the launch of Dean Bank Mobile Banking, while reinforcing the concept of “Old-Fashioned” service with the installation of our two new coin counters” stated President and CEO Wayne A. Cottle. “To be able to provide our customers with the newest available technology is gratifying and exciting, no matter where it is directed. The bank’s commitment to technology has always been our mission. We hope that customers, new and current, find both Mobile Banking and our new coin machines service enhancements that strengthen their relationship with us.” Cottle added.

Founded in 1889, Dean Bank is mutually owned financial institution with assets of $225 million and branch offices in Franklin, Blackstone, Bellingham, and Mendon. As a member of the FDIC and a member of the SIF, all bank deposits are insured in full.

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Do you have a love for cats and few hours twice a month to volunteer? PCS is looking for volunteers to care for the cats at the shelter, particularly on evening and weekend shifts. To volunteer you must be over 18, have medical insurance and be able to make at least a 6 month commitment. Training is required. For volunteer applications and more information please visit our website or call today. VolunThis young, fun-loving pair of cats, "Margo" and teer with the Purr-fect Cat Shelter and make a "Chelsea," were left in a carrier and found by difference if the lives of homeless cats and kittens. the Animal Control Officer upon arrival at the kennel one day. Both were malnourished and flea infested. After a visit to the veterinarian and treatment, they arrived at the shelter with a clean bill of health and are very eager to be part of a family. Margo is an orange tabby, full of energy and loves to play.

Chelsea is a beautiful tortie, with a sweet personality and a bit more laid back than her sister. Both are spayed, tested for feline leukemia and FIV, dewormed, up to date on vaccines and microchipped. Applications for Margo and Chelsea or any

Norfolk and Millis Garden Clubs Host Talk on Boston’s Natural Spaces On Wednesday, October 10 the Norfolk and Millis Garden Clubs will host an evening with local author Meg Muckenhoupt at the Norfolk Public Library. Ms. Muckenhoupt will take visitors through highlights of her book Boston’s Gardens & Green Spaces.

The Lecture, which will examine public spaces throughout Boston’s historic and contemporary landscape, will address topics such as the following: The reasons Bostonians first created parks

Nominations Sought for 5th Annual Volunteer of the Year The Wrentham Board of Selectmen is pleased to announce the acceptance of nominations for the 5th Annual "Town of Wrentham - Volunteer of the Year" award. This award is given to residents that have gone above and beyond to volunteer their time to the Town. Nominations may be submitted to the Board of Selectmen's office until

October 5th in two age groups, under 18 - or - 18 and over. The winners will be acknowledged at the November 13th Special Town Meeting. If you would like to nominate a resident that you think is deserving of this award, visit the Events page at www.wrentham.ma.us and click the link to the nomination form.

Shifts in the philosophy behind public spaces over the years Ways that Boston’s newest parks balance the challenges of contaminated sites, habitat preservation, botanical interest, and community needs The Lecture will take place in the Meeting Room at the Library. It will run from 7-8:30 p.m., which will include time for questions. It is open to the public, but a donation of $5 is suggested for visitors who are not members of either club.

Local author Meg Muckenhoupt will use her book Boston’s Gardens & Green Spaces as the basis for her talk at the Norfolk Library on Wednesday, October 10.

For more information on the Norfolk Garden Club, visit http://gcfm.org/gardenclubofnorfolk or contact Club President Martha Richardson at (508) 528-3711 or mrichard@fas.harvard.edu.

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Sports Adversity Strikes Early For KP Girls Soccer Squad

By KEN HaMWEy Before the regular season got under way, Gary Pichel was optimistic about his first year at the helm of the King Philip girls’ soccer team. after all, the new coach, who directed Nipmuc regional to a pair of state championships, is a veteran at building and rebuilding soccer programs with an eye towards elevating them to the top rung of the ladder.

Pichel, who also coached varsity soccer at Hudson Catholic for a year, served as an assistant at Fitchburg State for two seasons. in nine high school campaigns, his teams won 123 games, qualified for the tourney ever year and captured two state crowns. and, he’s never been involved with a program that had a losing record.

“We believe we’ll make it to the tourney,’’ Pichel said just before the Warriors’ season kicked off.

“We just have to make the most of our opportunities. and, if we stay healthy, we could be in the hunt for a Hockomock League title.

Pichel’s optimistic outlook, however, was dealt a major blow after KP’s first four games. His starting goalie — Emma Piscitelli — suffered two fractures to her vertebrae, his key stopper — Makenzie Nickerson — re-injured an aCL tear, and outside midfielder Kendra Primavera injured

her knee and will be sidelined a few weeks. the Warriors, who defeated Milford, 3-2, were 1-3 after four outings, losing to Sharon, Oliver ames and Mansfield.

“Now we’ve got to change some things and re-configure our defense,’’ Pichel said. “the injuries are bad enough, but what hurts is not having lots of depth. the adversity we’ve been handed seems like a knockout punch, but we’ll strive to find some answers.’’ the Warriors, who finished 5-84 last year, focused on conditioning and offensive consistency in the pre-season. “in spite of our setbacks, we still have talent and good attitudes,’’ Pichel said. “Our kids are hardworking and they’re fast-learners. there’s a desire to achieve at a high level.’’

Pichel’s previous success was based on teams that emphasized ball control, had surprising bursts of offense and played consistently on defense. He’s pleased with the Warriors midfield strength and their capable play in the backfield.

“Where we need to improve is on the offensive end,’’ Pichel said.

“We’ll keep sharpening our shooting skills, improve our accuracy and be better in one-on-one situations.’’

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the new coach likes both the skills and the leadership ability of his captains — senior midfielders Jane Bindel and rachel Patten and junior sweeper audrey Foxx.

“Jane is our center midfielder,’’ Pichel said. “She’s got great field presence and foot skills. She’s an excellent passer and playmaker. rachel will be on the outside and she’s a great motivator whose foot skills and speed are top-notch.

She’s the hardest worker on the squad. audrey is a field general who possesses strong footwork and speed. She lets the fullbacks know where they should be positioned.’’ “it was tough to lose Makenzie because she’s a play-maker who has one of the best shots on the team,’’ Pichel said. two sisters — Kelly and Courtney Halnen — will be the key to the Warriors’ success at fullback.

Kelly is a sophomore and Courtney is a senior.

“Kelly has no fear,’’ Pichel said.

“She’s tall and strong and able to stop offensive drives. She anticipates well, is quick and very instinctive. Courtney also has good instincts and is quick. She’s improved as a passer and works well with her sweeper.’’

Pichel likes his strikers’ abilities and firmly believes they’ll get KP’s offensive game in gear.

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Coach Gary Pichel will have to rethink his defense strategy for KP’s Girls’ Soccer, after three key players suffered serious injuries.

“Molly could be one of the top scorers in the Hockomock League,’’ Pichel offered. “She works hard on her shots and can be a capable sniper. She’s got good foot skills and is improving every day. Malorie has a cannon for a shot and can really hinder a goalie. She’s tough and her passing is an asset.’’

Junior Haley Keegan will take over at outside midfielder for Primavera, who was able to transition quickly to offense at midfield.

“Haley has a strong shot, can pass and her footwork is good,’’ Pichel said. “Getting Kendra back will be a plus because she’s quick, can shoot and her foot skills are excellent.’’

Senior Emily Hehn, who saw action in five matches last year, will be in goal for the immediate future.

“Emily sees the field well, has quick hands and cuts down angles,’’ Pichel said. “She also can kick effectively.

KP’s goals to start the season were simple — improve every day, have fun, qualify for the tourney and go deep once it starts. those objectives became a bit more difficult after key injuries struck during the team’s first four games. Pichel knows how to adjust but the chances of qualifying for tourney play now carry longer odds.

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Sports King Philip AD Optimistic Despite Loss of Senior Talent

By CHriStOPHEr trEMBLay

Four years ago King Philip saw an overwhelming abundance of freshman athletes walk through its doors. At that point in time, no one could have imagined the amount of talent that this freshman class would provide Warrior athletics over the next four years.

Gone from that talented group are the likes of Jake Layman (basketball), Meg Rico (softball), Chris Allen and Stacey Wojcik (track and field), Charles Ruffin (football) and Stephanie Nason (swimming), just to name a few.

With the amount of talent that left King Philip this past summer one would think that the school would be on the down side of things, but Athletic Director Steve Schairer is rather optimistic about the school’s upcoming seasons.

“Last year we had nine Division 1 college scholarships awarded to King Philip athletes. I think in my first four

years as AD we were lucky if we had nine total,” Schairer said. “Granted, we don’t have all that talent right now, having graduated a very strong athletic class last year, but I don’t see us trending downward.”

While the athletes may have moved onto greener pastures, King Philip is still led by a large majority of the coaches who were able to get the best out of those students on the playing fields. While the twotime Division 1 State Softball team lost a handful of key components, the coaching staff remains the same.

“The softball may have lost a lot of talent on the field, but I don’t see them falling off that much,” the Warrior A.D. said.

“Jim (Leonard) has a system that has worked and overall their still solid. As good as they'll be will really all come down to their pitching.”

In addition to the coaches getting the best out of their players, high school sports

comes down to how bad the athletes want it and to what extent they are willing to go to improve themselves. King Philip has been extremely fortunate over the past few years to have had such tremendous athletes don the green and gold uniforms.

While a good number of the coaches are still intact, King Philip has had a few changes.

Gary Pichel, who has won two state championships with Nipmuc, will be taking over the girls soccer program, while Tim Layman will be the new volleyball coach this fall. On the basketball courts Sean McInnis will move over from the boys squad to the girls team and one of McInnis’ assistant coaches from two years earlier, Tim Clifford, will be the new boys coach.

“The new coaches are already bringing new and exciting programs, as well as enthusiasm to King Philip,” Schairer said. “The girls are al-

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ready enthused with Sean’s winning ways and can’t wait for the season, Tim (Clifford) coached this year’s seniors on the freshman team four years ago so the continuity stays and Tim (Layman) brings a whole new approach to the volleyball courts and the girls seem to be responding.”

One team Schairer sees to have an impact this winter will be the boys hockey team under second year coach Mark Homer.

“I think the hockey team is one to watch this year and we should see improvement,” the KP A.D. said. “Coach Homer has a year under his belt and has a good feel for the team and the rest of the league now.”

Although it will be the coaching staff that will have to be creative in developing game plans, it will all fall on the athletes' shoulders to make things happen on the fields, in hopes of creating their own legacies at King Philip.

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Sports CYO Basketball Keeps Priority on Child Safety SuBMittED Mary'S

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The local CYO Basketball program has been offering a safe and positive athletic environment of strong competitive basketball for many years. Over time, the local division has grown to now include parishes from Franklin, Plainville, Norfolk, Wrentham, Medfield, Natick, Norwood, Needham, Westwood and Dedham. They support 78 teams for both Catholic and non-Catholic boys and girls from grades 5 through

12. A lot has changed over the years but the primary mission of the program has always been to provide the players a positive, safe and competitive experience.

Over the past 10 years, the archdiocese of Boston has done a lot to implement training programs and rigid structure to dramatically improve the safety of children. But the barrage of disturbing headlines forces the directors of youth programs across the country to take pause. While the CYO Basketball program, like other Church programs, has

been focusing on child safety for several years, many of the parishes have taken steps during the off season to further fortify their current Player Protection Programs.

One example is St Mary’s of Franklin. Dave Benoit, Director of Player Safety, said, “The most important part of any youth program is the safety of its participants and maintaining the trust of their parents. Current events indicate there are those among us seeking access to our children that have evil inten-

October Calendar of Events September 30 Dedication of historic sign at norfolk Town Hill, 2 p.m., Norfolk Historical Commission October 6 Pancake Breakfast at Norfolk Church, 8 a.m. – 10 a.m., All you can eat for $7, seniors $5 or free for children under 10. Located on corner of Main St. and Rte. 115 across from Town Common.

Bugworks: a living lesson with crawling creatures, 10:30 or 11:30 a.m., Ages 6 and Up. Parents welcome to attend.

Sign up to attend 50-minute educational and entertaining program, which features live insects and other arthropods. Limited to 30 children. Registration required. Tickets and sign-up sheets available at the circulation desk. Program free but cannedgood donations accepted for the Wrentham Food Pantry. This program is supported with a grant from the SWEATT FUND.110 Randall Rd., Wrentham, call (508) 384.5440 or visit fiskelib.org October 10 let’s laugh Today in Walpole, Walpole Library, 143 School St., Walpole, 7-8 p.m., Meets every second Wednesday, open to all ages. Enjoy this unique exercise of simulated laughter combined with gentle breathing that brings more oxygen to the body's cells. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers and Walpole residents, Linda and Bill Hamaker. See www.letslaughtoday.com or call (508)

660-2223 for more information and other opportunities to laugh.

PLEASE BRING A CANNED GOOD FOR THE WALPOLE FOOD PANTRY. norfolk garden club and millis garden club Present “Boston Parks and gardens" with author Meg Muckenhoupt-Norfolk Library, 7 p.m.

October 13 12th annual Haunted Trainride and Spooky maze, cosponsored by Norfolk Community League and Norfolk Lions, 5-8:30 p.m., Holmes Fields, Myrtle St. (advance tickets required). Volunteers sought.

Please send an email to "hauntedtrainride@gmail.com or contact Tara Spellman at (508) 384-6354, Tracy Hilfrank at (508) 541-2388 or Tom Grant at (508) 541-4108.

October 14 Fire Prevention Open House, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Wrentham Fire Department, 99 South St., Wrentham Pumpkin Decorating contest! (no carving, please!), Norfolk Public Library Submit your entry from October 17-23 Voting period October 24-30 Anyone aged 3-18 can enter our annual contest to how off a pumpkin and win cool prizes.

Pumpkins can be painted, dressed up or otherwise decorated, but please DO NOT CARVE THEM! Visit the Nor-

folk Public Library registration desk to pick up an entry form and complete list of rules.

October 16 comedian & Hypnotist Jim Spinnato, fundraiser for KP Parents’ Network (www.kpparentnetwork.org), King Philip Middle School Auditorium, 8 p.m., Tickets $10. Order online or at door on night of show.

October 20 norfolk community league Photo Shoot, Norfolk Town Common, Come take photos with the family and raise some money for the community.

October 25 Fiske library Evening Book group, 6:30 p.m. Visit http:/fiskelib.org and go to the adult activities page for the name of the book to be discussed. 110 Randall Rd., Wrentham, call (508) 384.5440 or visit fiskelib.org October 27 autumn Victorian Tea, 2-4 p.m., Proctor Mansion Inn, 36 Common St., Wrentham, features hot teas, hot mulled cider, specialty sandwiches, scones and other treats, $28.50 pp.

Excluding tax and tip, advance tickets required. Call (877) 3841861 or visit www.proctormansioninn.com.

October 31 Foreign Film, SWEATT meeting room of Fiske Public Library, 7 p.m., 110 Randall Rd., Wrentham, call (508) 384.5440 or visit fiskelib.org

tions. Our job is to do all we can to stay ahead of them. That’s why we contracted a 25-year expert in Child Abuse & Neglect, an instructor for the Municipal Police Training Council, to design several enhancements to our Protection Program. We now have a 5-layered safety net that expands on the archdiocese’s requirements to include additional training and awareness seminars with personal interviews and background checks for our coaches, coupled with player and parent involvement

and an atmosphere of open communication throughout the program.”

Yes, a lot has changed over the years. As the upcoming season kicks off this month with tryouts and team selection, it’s encouraging to see the changes the Catholic Church has made to take such positive steps to lead in the protection and safety of children. Parents should feel better knowing that the CYO Basketball Program works hard to ensure player safety and has a comprehensive safety net place.

Fundraising Calls to Wrentham Residents It has come to the Wrentham Lions Club’s attention that there have been a series of calls made to Wrentham residents regarding a donation to the Franklin Lion’s Club for a Las Vegas Night. When asked why they should donate to this event instead of their local club, they were informed by this professional fundraiser that some proceeds would also be distributed to “area Lions Clubs.” The Wrentham Lions Club expects to receive no revenue from this fundraising effort.

We ask so much from our fellow Wrentham residents in helping us support Wrentham related institutions such as the Wrentham Food Pantry, local youth and sports related causes, the soon to be unveiled Wrentham 911 Memorial, the Low Vision Support group at the Wrentham Senior Center and many others. The club appreciates your generosity of spirit and finances, and we are constantly impressed with your support of our events and of our mission.

While the Wrentham Lions Club applauds our friends in Franklin for continuing their efforts to bring sight to the blind and to help other Franklin related charities, the Wrentham club wanted to clarify that their effort would not benefit your local club.

Wrentham Lions charities fund research in the hopes that one day, a cure will be found for blindness.

For more information about the Wrentham Lions Club please visit our website at www.wrenthamlions.org.

Who Do You Think Should Be Named Person or Business of Year?

The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 2012 Person and Business of the Year. The awards will be presented at The United Regional Chamber’s Annual Dinner Nov.15.

The Person of the Year award is bestowed on a member who is committed to the overall mission of the Chamber of Commerce and who has made a positive impact on the community as a whole. The Business of the Year award is presented to a member company which has staying power as an es-

tablished business, increase in sales as an indication of continued growth, and innovativeness of product or service offered. Some of the criteria considered include employees donating their time and talents to community projects, fundraising, or other activities for the betterment of the entire community.

Find the nomination form at www.unitedregionalchamber.org in the resources tab or call (508) 2220801, (508) 528-2800 or (508) 695-6011 to request one.

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FPAC Announces Auditions for HUMBUG! Stay Healthy with Age at The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will hold open auditions for Humbug!, an original musical retelling of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Auditions will take place on Saturday, October 13 at 38 Main Street in Franklin and 14 Main Street in Hudson.

Humbug! will be performed on Saturday, December 15 and Sunday, December 16 at the Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak Street, Franklin. The holiday musical extravaganza will be performed with live accompaniment by a ten-piece professional band.

Humbug! features musical hits of every genre and has become a family favorite since debuting as

part of FPAC’s 2008 season. The large cast typically includes some 150 area students, community performers and professional artists.

Nick Paone penned this original adaptation and will co-direct the production with FSPA Founder and Director Raye Lynn Mercer.

8, 3:15-3:30 for ages 9-11, 3:303:45 for ages 12-13, 3:45-4:00 for ages 14-18, and at 4:00 for adults.

Students must be 6 years of age or older on the audition date to participate. Beginners are welcome.

Please prepare 16 measures of a musical theater or pop song.

Morning auditions will take place at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) from 10:0010:30 a.m. for students ages 6-8, 10:30-11:00 for ages 9-11, 11:0011:30 for ages 12-13, 11:30-12:00 for ages 14-18, and at noon for adults. Afternoon auditions will be held at FSPA-Hudson, the school’s new satellite facility in the Odd Fellows Building, beginning at 3:00-3:15 p.m. for students ages 6-

A distinctive suburban nonprofit arts organization founded in 1991, FPAC presents quality perwhile offering formances opportunities for professional artists, amateurs, families and students of the arts to work together in a collaborative and creative environment. For more information, call (508) 528-8668 or visit www.fpaconline.com.

FSPA to Present All-Student Original Musical Parody Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will present How to Succeed in High School Without Really Trying, an all-student, original musical parody written by FSPA Drama Instructor Nick Paone, on Saturday, October 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak Street, in Franklin. Paone will co-direct the production with FSPA Director Raye Lynn Mercer.

Based loosely on the Broadway musical How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, the spoof features an entertaining cast of characters and a story told through familiar pop and Broadway songs.

The plotline follows 24 hours, at warp speed, in the life of heroine, Finch, as she negotiates graduating high school, winning a coveted scholarship to Old Ivy University, untangling a cheating scandal and leading jocks, nerds, Goths, and the popular crowd to find common ground. Along the way, audiences will meet high school football hero, Dan, social butterfly, Paige, poet and school reporter, “Maggot,” aspiring ’80s hair band singer Bram, brainiac, Colleen, and more.

Paone employs the structure of the classical Broadway musical but translates that into a vehicle with characters, setting, dialogue and themes that are relevant and relatable to young people. In penning an original work with an extensive range of characters, Paone creates casting opportunities for a greater number of FSPA students. Paone’s How to Succeed in High School Without Really Trying provides a unique opportunity for students to bring a new musical from the written page to the stage and to partici-

pate in that exciting evolution and creative process.

Founded in 1985, FSPA provides extensive programming in music, dance and drama for students of all ages and levels of ability, whether for recreational interest or serious study. Fall registration is ongoing for all programs, both at 38 Main

Street in Franklin or at the school’s new satellite facility at 14 Main Street in downtown Hudson.

For more information about How to Succeed in High School Without Really Trying or about FSPA programs in Franklin or Hudson, call (508) 528-8668 or visit www.fspaonline.com.

Norfolk Senior Center

October is healthy aging month, a good time to try out the weekly exercise programs at the Norfolk Senior Center, located at 28 Medway Branch Road and open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Easy-Does-It Strength Training is conducted at the Norfolk Senior Center every Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 9-10 a.m. A casual but effective series of sitdown exercises clearly demonstrated and easy to follow whether you are a senior, are postillness, post-surgery, or just interested in an active and healthy start of your day.

The Senior Center also has Yoga classes ($2 per class) presented by Jennifer LaFond, a certified Hatha

Yoga instructor as well as Tai-Chi sessions ($2 per class) conducted

by Paula Sullivan, a certified TaiChi instructor and Reiki Practitioner. Yoga classes are Mondays at 10 a.m.; Tai-Chi, Tuesdays at 1 p.m. The Center also has state-ofthe-art Cybex Exercise Cycles available just about anytime (after a brief training session).

These are just a few examples of the many resources available at Norfolk's beautiful Senior Center.

There are many more activities and services for Norfolk residents. For more information on the above or to receive a full schedule of all Senior Center activities, call (508) 528-4430 or visit www.virtualnorfolk.org/public_ documents/norfolkma_coa/.

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Wrentham FOREST Plans New Plantings for Fall

By J.D. O’Gara October is an ideal time to plant trees, and this month look around Wrentham’s soccer fields – you might just see the members of the nonprofit Wrentham FOREST (Friends Organized to Restore Enduring Shade Trees), digging in the dirt. Planting, and preserving, shade trees is the group’s goal – and it’s one that co-founder Marge Immonen says remains true to Wrentham’s history.

“If you look at old pictures (of Wrentham),” says Immonen, “Every street had massive trees lining the streets, which is kind of interesting. The context of that is, this is after everyone came here and cleared the forest. Obviously, they felt naked without the trees, and so they planted them. It’s in town reports that they were always planting them.”

Immonen and co-founder Mau-

reen Osolnik began their nonprofit group as a subcommittee of the Conservation Commission when Osolnik was Chair in 2005. When Osolnik didn’t get reappointed, they changed the name to the Friends of Wrentham Shade Trees.

“Our first and only action was we planted 12 shade trees at the Rice Recreational Field,” says Immonen, who notes that the Wrentham DPW dug the holes for planting, and the owner of Green Trees Arbor Care, at the time a volunteer, donated his services.

Later, says Immonen, the group decided to become an incorporated nonprofit, and that’s how Wrentham FOREST began.

“Fundraising is not our main thing,” says Immonen, “planting is our main thing. We try to get donations. The only trees we have funded are the two trees in front of the Fiske Library – gingko trees.”

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The group does see support from the Memorial Tree Fund, which, she says, consists mainly of $10 contributions from Richard Ross for every funeral that he conducts for Wrentham residents. She notes the Senator Ross is a big tree lover, and that he has a prizewinning pecan tree right in his back yard. Wrentham FOREST has had support from other local groups, such as the Wrentham Lions, who donated funds for trees just last year, says Immonen.

Wrentham FOREST also hosted an Arborist Association came to town via a bike fundraiser – the Tour de Trees. During the event, the group planted two trees, donated by the owners of the Maples Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, in front of the facility.

“It was a heartwarming day,” she says, “so much positive energy.”

Wrentham FOREST has also

worked with Wrentham Elementary Schools’ parent organizations, helping them in their landscaping at the Roderick School. A year later the group headed back to the same site to plant sycamore trees, a donation from Mary-Alice Raymond. Immonen says she was excited to recently learn the PTO has developed a landscape committee formed after Wrentham FOREST advised them an overall landscape plan for school.

“We’re very much in the present,” says Immonen, “but the world is bigger than the next five minutes.”

Trees, she says, put things “into perspective. The spiritual thing about large shade trees is they’re old. They stand generations. They are history that tie a community together.

There’s a generation that planted the tree, and there’s a future generation, and there’s a community bonding, in a way.”

Immonen says FOREST can be a good resource for other groups looking to plant trees. Wrentham FOREST can act as a consultant to these groups.

While planting is important, Immonen also stresses the importance of preserving old trees.

“If they’ve already decided to do it,” says Immonen, “We can tell them the best way to do it and a place where they could do it.”

Altogether, the group has also planted 36 trees over at the recreational fields. They’re eager to get started planting more.

“Planting new trees is valuable, but preserving existing ones is just as valuable,Someone always stops by on Wrentham Day to share a story of a lost tree that was planted by someone in their family and removed without ceremony or thought about who planted it or to whom it represented something important

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How to improve your home's curb appeal Men and women who have tried to sell a home are likely familiar with the phrase "curb appeal."

Curb appeal is similar to getting ready for a big date, only you're not dressing yourself up to make a strong first impression. Instead, improving curb appeal involves dressing your home up in the hopes it makes a strong first impression on prospective buyers, many of whom will have a strong opinion about the property before they even get out of their cars to have a look around.

A home with strong curb appeal can entice buyers who are likely to believe that a home with a wellmaintained exterior is likely to have an equally impressive interior. Homeowners who want the process of selling their home to go

smoothly can improve the property's curb appeal in a number of ways, many of which don't necessitate a substantial home improvement budget.

• Clean up. The most effective way to improve curb appeal is to clean up the property. Many homeowners are savvy enough to remove toys and other items from the yard before showing a home, but cleaning up goes beyond removing clutter from the property. Make sure all hedges are trimmed and remove weeds, sticks and other debris from any flower beds.

Lay mulch in the flower beds and garden, as mulch prevents weed growth while helping the soil retain moisture, resulting in more attractive gardens to catch a buyer's eye.

• Get an "edge" on other sellers.

Edging is another easy and effective way to improve curb appeal. Edge driveways, sidewalks and other walkways around the property, removing or trimming anything that is hanging over the driveway or walkways. If the boundary between your driveway and lawn is not distinct, consider installing edging materials such as stone or bricks. The edging can be level with the driveway or elevated, but keep in mind that elevated driveway edging can protect the lawn, preventing kids from riding their bicycles onto the lawn or cars from driving onto it. Adding edging is not a very difficult do-ityourself project.

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• Clean the gutters. Leaves and sticks hanging from the gutters are a red flag to buyers, who tend to associate clogged gutters with roof damage. Clean the gutters thoroughly before putting your home up for sale and keep them clean throughout the selling process. If your property includes lots of trees, install guards to keep twigs and leaves out of the gutters.

Ensuring a home's primary entryway is welcoming and well-groomed is one way homeowners can improve curb appeal.

• Make the home accessible through the front door. Many homeowners enter their home through a side door or through their garage. If you fall into this category, keep in mind that prospective buyers will be entering through the front door, so make this area accessible.

Clear any clutter, such as over-

grown hedges, away from the front door, and consider upgrading the door handle to a more modern feature. In addition, make sure the lock on the front door doesn't stick, forcing the realtor and buyers to immediately struggle before entering the home. You want buyers and their real estate agents to get in and out of the home as smoothly as possible.

• Make sure all plants, including flowers, are living. Dehydrated or dead plants and flowers are eyesores, and they will give buyers the impression that you didn't pay much attention to your property. Make sure all plants are alive and thriving and replace those that aren't.

You can replant new flowers or plants or just use potted plants instead. When purchasing new plants, choose low-maintenance varieties that appeal to buyers who want good vibrant plants but might not want to put in much work into the garden.

When selling a home, homeowners can employ a number of tactics to improve their home's curb appeal.

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