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Vietnam Courage, Determination Define Taylor Sack Moving Wall™ in Medway May 30th
BY KEN HAMWEY
stabilize his back. He had five broken vertebrae and damage where broken vertebrae hit his spinal cord. After 10 days in Boston, Sack was medflighted to Georgia.
Taylor Sack has experienced all the emotions that come with a spinal cord injury. The Millis High junior, who’s paralyzed from the chest down, went through the “why me’’ stage at the outset. He’s relied heavily on his faith, and, he’s been awed and overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from classmates, friends and people he doesn’t even know.
“I’ve been skiing for two years and rate myself average,’’ Sack said from Atlanta. “I misjudged how close I was to the side of the trail and when I struck the tree, there was more shock than pain. I knew my life had changed.’’
Sack also is positive, and that attribute makes each day a little brighter as he wraps up therapy Sack’s girlfriend, Shown here is Millis teen Taylor Sack at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta with his parents, Stacy and at the Shepherd Center Clay, behind him, his brother Steven on the left and his girlfriend April O'Connell on the right. April O’Connell, in Atlanta, one of the was among the top rehabilitation faciligroup of six from ties in the country. His courage is dale’s football games at line- the side of the trail. Millis who were skiing that resolute and firm, especially backer and filled in at fullback Unable to move, he was taken morning of Feb. 22. Atop a hill, when he says: “I’ll be back in and tight end. He was injured in a first to UMass Medical Center in she saw her friends scurrying to Millis, hopefully on May 2nd, skiing accident at Wachusett Worcester, then later to Boston the edge of the trail, acutely aware Mountain in Princeton during and at the prom on May 17th.’’ Medical Center where he under- there was trouble. February vacation when his skis Sack, who will be a captain next caught an edge, causing him to went surgery that involved placing TAYLOR SACK fall, started all 12 of Millis-Hope- lose control and strike a tree off screws and rods in his vertebrae to continued on page 5 g in nd e P le Sa
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BY J.D. O’GARA After a lot of planning, the Moving Wall™ Vietnam War Memorial will be coming to the town of Medway from May 30th through June 3rd, 2013 this year. According to Medway organizer Fred Souza, the memorial will be open 24 hours a day during this period. Souza had envisioned recording the voices local residents reading all of the names on the wall, inviting school groups and members of the senior center, as well as others to take part. The recording will continuously play as visitors view the Moving Wall, which will be open 24 hours a day for its duration here. The job, he says, was completed “in record time. We finished them two months ahead of schedule.”
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great human being,” says Col. Michael Matondi, who will also speak at the opening ceremony and introduce Hudner. Matondi points out that Capt. Hudner, who lives in Concord, has an intersection dedicated to him, where Rte. 109 and Rte. 495 meet in Milford. The medal of honor is the hightest honor that can be given for combat action. Hudner is one of only two living medal of honor recipients, says Matondi.
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“Everyone who has an assignment is doing 110%, over and above,” says Souza, who was thrilled to see volunteers step up to lead different aspects of the effort.
“Everyone came out of the woodwork to help out,” says Souza, who says that people were eager to read the Souza notes that t-shirts names, 100 at a time. commemorating will be “They were proud to available for sale on opening do it,” says Souza, day, as well as at Medway who notes that one Pride Day. In addition, the volunteer actually group will hold a $6, allended up finding and The Vietnam Moving Wall will come to the Medway V.F.W., 123 Holliston Street, Medway, you-can-eat spaghetti dinner reading his own Mass. from May 30th to June 3rd. The event will be staffed and open 24 hours a day during at the Medway V.F.W. on namesake, David that time. Photo used courtesy of The Moving Wall™ May 3rd to help raise funds. Thompson, among all The Medway Vietnam Mov58,228. at the Milford Doubletree, which invitation to attend, says Souza, ing Wall Facebook page notes Volunteers are still needed to has offered a free room to the and the 1st Battalian 25th that any funds raised in excess of work at the Moving Wall, says volunteers who will come and in- Marines will serve as color what the event itself costs will be Souza, “as far as pushing wheel- stall the panels. “In high school, guard. The event will feature donated to the Wounded Warrior chairs, sending people to the cor- he wrote a book of poems, and keynote speaker and Medal of Project. rect panel and line where a name we have that book. We also have Honor recipient Capt. Thomas J. Closing ceremonies for the is on, as golf cart drivers and his yearbook,” Souza adds. The Hudner, Jr., (ret.). Capt. Hudner Vietnam Moving Wall in Medgreeters…” The volunteers will display will act as a memorial to was a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy way will take place on Sunday, Fighter Squadron 32 aboard the work on building platforms for him at the event. June 2nd, at 5 p.m., although visUSS Leyte in the Mediterranean the wall and for wheelchair acIn addition, Souza notes that the itors will be able to visit the Wall during the Korean War. He crashcess on May 25th. names of kids, as he terms the until noon on Monday, June 3rd. landed his plane in the Chosin The event will also feature a young soldiers lost in Vietnam Reservoir in an attempt to save For that ceremony, the Army Nashadowbox display, built by from neighboring towns such as his wingman, Ensign Jesse L. tional Guard will serve as color Gordie White, honoring the only Medfied, Millis Norfolk, “all of Brown, the first African Ameri- guard. young man in Medway who was Norfolk county…We’re going to can naval aviator to fight in comMedway’s local cable station killed in Vietnam, Lawrence G. display their names.” bat. President Harry S. Truman will cover the event. Leigh, Jr., a soldier in the U.S. Opening ceremonies for the awarded Hudner the Medal of For more information on how Marine Corps. Vietnam Moving Wall’s arrival at Honor for his efforts, albeit unto volunteer, or to become more “We’re working with his fam- Medway V.F.W. will take place successful, to save Ens. Brown. involved, contact Fred Souza at ily—his sisters from New Hamp- on May 30th at 6 p.m. All Viet“(Captain Hudner) is an out- (774) 277-0212 or mailgolfshire,” says Souza, who says that nam veterans and Gold Star fam- standing example of a person not sheila@gmail.com. he’s hoping to get them a room ily members are offered an open just for his medal, but just as a
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FSPA Slates Auditions for Roberts-Mitchell Summerstage 2013’s Funeral Service Turns 100 Shrek the Musical
Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Service in Medfield and Millis was recently presented with an award for its 100th Year in the funeral business from the Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association at its annual Appreciation Night Banquet held at the Beechwood Hotel in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association represents nearly 500 funeral establishments in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is the largest representative organization of funeral service licensees in the state. MFDA is a federated state affiliate of the National Funeral Directors Association based in Wisconsin.
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold placement auditions for the SummerStage 2013 production of Shrek the Musical on Saturday, May 11. The annual SummerStage musical theater program features a new extended oneweek format and will culminate in two performances at Showcase Live at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro. SummerStage is open to students in grades 3-12 and runs from July 8-13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with performances at 2 and 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 13. There also will be two jumpstart dates for the SummerStage cast on June 12 and 15. Auditions on May 11 are for place-
from June 25 to August 16. Students may register for the entire session or take classes for select weeks, with pro-rated tuition. The School’s Ballet Conservatory will feature two Summer Ballet Intensives: Summer Session I for the Pre-Professional Division from July 15-August 1 and Summer Session II for the Young Dancer Division from August 12-23.
ment purposes only; all SummerStage students will be cast in the fulllength production, a stage musical adaptation of the smash-hit animated movie. All ages will be considered for all roles. Auditions will be held at 1:30 for grades 3-5, 2:15 for grades 6-8, and 3:00 for grades 9 and up. Please prepare 16 measures of a musical theater song. Students also will be asked to dance a simple combination taught at the audition. Additional auditions will be scheduled by appointment.
FSPA’s roster of one-week performing arts camps includes Camp GLEE, Dance Camp, Contemporary Dance Styles Camp, Broadway Camp and Acting Camp, as well as Little Gems Ballet Camp, Creative Kids Camp and Little Music School Experience for younger children. Creative two- and three-day workshops include FlashMob Fun, Rock Out, Up Your Game and Vocal Styles.
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real words to describe how it feels being onstage and backstage. It’s so much fun!”
At FSPA, Jack has studied musical theater since the first grade and has also taken tap, boys’ dance, acting, piano and voice. He was Linus in FSPA’s SummerStage 2012 production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and has appeared as Fritz in The Nutcracker and as Tiny Tim in Humbug! with the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC). Jack was most recently in FPAC’s presentation of The Sound of Music, performing in the production’s Festival Children’s Ensemble the weekend prior to his California departure.
11-Year-old Plays “Chip” in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jack Mullen, 11, from Millis, has concluded an exciting and successful 5-week run as Chip in the NETworks National Tour of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Jack joined the West Coast leg of the tour, with performances in Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, Palm Desert and Los Angeles, California. By special invitation of the national touring company, Jack also will have the opportunity to perform the role in Rhode Island on Saturday, June 1 at 8 p.m. when the production comes to the Providence Performing Arts Center for three days. A musical theater student at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA), Jack was cast in the role through FSPA’s association with Broadway Artists Alliance (BAA) of New York City. In January, Jack traveled to Manhattan with FSPA Founder and Director Raye Lynn Mercer and 22 fellow students for FSPA’s annual BAA weekend of master classes with Broadway performers, directors and choreographers. Jack was part of a smaller group of students invited back in February to participate in a 3-day BAA Intensive that culminated in a showcase before an industry panel of casting directors, agents and managers. Jack
caught the attention of casting director Bob Cline, founder of Bob Cline Casting in NYC, and was asked to audition for the part of Chip. Jack sang and read for the role on a Monday morning, learned he had earned the part that afternoon, and flew out to California seven days later to join the tour. Less than one week after that, Jack was on stage at Sacramento’s Community Center Theater in his first performance as Chip. Jack described the process as both nervewracking and exciting. “I’ve learned how important it is to have a positive attitude, make a good first impression, and be yourself, along with all the technical skills.” Still, he said, “I did not see this coming!” A fifth grader, Jack was tutored on the road and traveled with his mom, Nicole. His brother, Ryan, father and grandparents joined him at points during the tour. Jack was excited to meet new people, see other parts of this country, perform on different stages, and learn the ropes of being part of a national tour and professional company. “When I started classes and performing it was just for fun, but now I would like to do it professionally,” he said. “There are no
Nicole Mullen said her son has always shown a lot of enthusiasm for the performing arts and that his interest has only grown with each class and performance. “His FSPA and FPAC experiences inspired his passion and helped shape and prepare him,” she noted. “With each show, he’s learned how to conduct himself backstage and express himself onstage. It’s been a great introduction to understanding how a production is put together and what is expected of you.”
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“I ripped off my skis and slid down the trail,’’ she said. “I just wanted to hold his hand and let him know everything was okay, even though I knew he was in serious condition.’’ The 5-foot-11 Sack has full use of his arms, hands and fingers. Doctors, however, have said that it’s unlikely Sack will walk again. “My hope is to walk again and I’m focusing on that,’’ he said. “But it’s not my life’s goal. If I don’t walk again, I’ll still be active.’’ Sack’s progress has been remarkable. He maneuvers his wheelchair up and down a stairwell by using the rails, and he’s played pool, basketball and football. “A routine day starts at 8 a.m.,’’ said Sack, whose parents (Clay
Local Town Pages www.millismedwaynews.com and Stacy) have been by his side throughout his rehabilitation in Atlanta. “With help, I get into a wheelchair by placing one hand on the chair and the other on the bed. Then I jump into the chair. I go to physical therapy for an hours a day and to occupational therapy for another hour. I also undergo recreational therapy that allows me to go places.’’ Meanwhile, his mail has been like an avalanche. “My room is huge and the walls are lined with so many cards and posters,’’ Sack said. “It’s incredible. People I don’t know have written or contributed. It blows me away. My coach (Dale Olmsted) has been the best. He’s a great friend with a big heart.’’ Sack’s faith has been a major plus. He admits he’s grown in that area and “I’m a lot closer to God.’’ “My mom reads the Bible at night and that gives me hope,’’
Sack emphasized. “I know I’m going to be okay, because God gives us only what we can handle. There are trials that test you. I’m in good spirits now, but I still think about the accident.’’ The medical bills have been staggering, but money has been vigorously raised at events organized by April’s mother Katie. Contributions from people in surrounding communities have been generous. Not all of the costs, however, are covered. The med-flight from Boston to Atlanta was $9,700 and did not appear to be covered by health insurance. The Shepherd Center, however, split the cost and Sack’s father said the balance is in the hands of his health insurer. Anyone wishing to donate to Sack’s recovery can contact any Middlesex Savings Bank branch and contribute to the Sack Family Support Fund. In Millis, the address is Middlesex Saving Bank, 36A Milliston Rd., Millis, 02054.
Millis Bands Together to Renovate Home & Welcome Taylor Home BY J.D. O’GARA
go down into the yard.”
When he heard that a young man from Millis had been paralyzed in an accident, local contractor Ken Whelan wanted to help. After all, he had put his skills to work years before, building a ramp for another young man in Millis, and he had built a deck for a friend of his who’d had a stroke.
Whelan started working with Stephen Melia, another local contractor, but the effort soon became a community project. “Many other carpenters, too many to mention, and people from Bogastow offered to help. Brian Sisk offered to do the bathroom, to make it ADA accessible, and Frasca Plumbing donated their time and material” to help make that happen, says Whelan. He adds that Medway Lumber stepped up with the best deal on lumber, better than the big box stores, and that Tresca Bros. donated the cement, something that was offered also by Sam White. Bobby Santos, of S&E, says Whelan, donated equipment for the project, and Paul Mcrean and Mike Kilmartin donated their electrical know-how and time.
“The week I heard that (Taylor) got paralyzed, I knew right away that he would need a wheelchair ramp,” says Whelan. The Millis resident introduced himself to Clay Sack, Taylor’s father, and asked if he could put in a ramp. At that time, says Whelan, he noticed that the Sacks’ house did not have a back deck, so getting outside could pose a problem for Taylor. “And so I designed a deck and a wheelchair ramp with easy access to see the outside from the dining room. We thought it would be something he’d enjoy, to go out without having to
What’s more, the town of Millis stepped up to help defray costs as well. The Millis Board of Select-
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men waived the town’s portion of inspection fees, and Plumbing and Gas Inspector Tim Costello and Wiring Inspector David Byrne waived their own pay as donations for the project. Even members of the football team, about 15, says Whelan, came out to donate their time and effort. Local restaurant Primavera, a neighbor to the Sack family, got wind of the project. The first day the volunteers were at the location, says Whelan, “they showed up with lunch—the whole nine yards.” They did it again on the day the ramp and deck were built, the same day as Millis Beautification, April 13th. When all the work was finished, the volunteers will have welcomed Taylor home with a 12’x25’ deck with a set of stairs and ramp, installed sliding doors, with access to Taylor’s bedroom, pulled out bushes that blocked a view and in-
What started out as an effort by one contractor, Ken Whelan, (shown center, bottom) to build a wheelchair ramp for Millis teen Taylor Sack, who was paralyzed in a skiing accident in February, soon snowballed into a community-wide volunteer effort to make the Sack house more accessible for the young man.
Donations also can be made at Taylorsack.org.
strong. I know people care and want me to do well.’’
“I want to thank everyone in every community who’s donated or written to me,’’ Sack said. “Your support has helped me stay
Taylor Sack also knows how to deal with adversity. His profile is indelibly stamped with determination and courage.
stalled an ADA-accessible bathroom.
ing to see the town of Millis get together, as a small town, and help someone in need.”
When I stared off, it was just going to be me building a ram like I had in the past, but it escalated into a town project, which is great,” says Whelan. “It’s hearten-
Whelan hopes to follow up this effort for Taylor Sack with a bike run to take place in the fall.
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Medway Memorial Day to Feature Dedication of Two Monuments BY J.D. O’GARA Medway’s Tercentennial Memorial Day Celebration on May 27th will be a very special celebration, with the unveiling of two new monuments at Col. Michael Matondi Square. The annual celebration of soldiers who have been lost will begin at the usual time, according to Col. Matondi, with a parade stepping off from the Medway V.F.W., 126 Holliston Street, at 10 a.m. “Hopefully, we’ll have a lot of veterans to participate in the parade, which will extend down Holliston to Col. Matondi Square,” says Col. Matondi,
who adds that those participating will include an active Army color guard and clergy, as in the past. At the time of this writing, the program had yet to be finalized. Ceremonies will commence at 11 a.m., and this year, two new monuments will take center stage. One will commemorate those who lost their lives in the Spanish American War, Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. The other will be a monument to those lost in the War on Terrorism. “Right now, we have 142 names that are engraved on the War on Terrorism monument,”
says Matondi, who adds that the Medway Memorial Committee, has been working diligently on this project for the past year. The group will review any additional names submitted on an annual basis. Matondi does note that this year, the name of a civilian, Michael V. Bhatia, will be added to the monument for the War on Terrorism. The Memorial Committee carefully considered the addition of the name of this scientist, who working in consultation with the U.S. Department of Defense. “As a committee, we voted, because of his being part of com-
Medway Pride Day to be held Saturday, May 18, 2013 Thanks to an outpouring of community volunteer support, the 19th Medway Pride Day 2013 will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18, on the athletic fields behind Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street. Traditional favorites, such as the inflatables, children’s games and field entertainment, will make a return this year, and there will be lots of prizes to win in the button raffle. The bike parade will also make a return. To register your elementary school children, contact Nicole Dwyer at ndwyer0605@gmail.com. If you would like to volunteer to help plan Medway Pride Day, contact Susan Alessandri at susan.alessandri@gmail.com.
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May 1, 2013 which will feature singer Alexis Ohanian Minot. In case of inclement weather, indoor services will be held at the Village Church at 10 a.m. A collation will follow the ceremony at the Medway V.F.W.
Millis Memorial Day Services The American Legion Post 208, of Millis, has named Dorothy Otis as this year’s Grand Marshall of the 2013 Memorial Day Parade. Ms. Otis, a retired U.S. Army nurse with the rank of First Lieutenant, received a purple heart for injuries she sustained in World War II. In addition, USAF Veteran Kenyatta Harris, youngest member of the Millis Legion, will be the keynote speaker. The Memorial Day parade and ceremonies will honor the sacrifices of our fallen veterans. On Monday May 27th, the parade will step off at 9 a.m. from the parking lot of the Church of Christ Congregational, 142 Exchange Street. The parade will then proceed to Prospect Hill Cemetery, where Alan Burch, Commander of Post 208, will serve as master of ceremonies. Charles Vecchi will read Governor’s Proclamation.
The parade will proceed to the Korean and Vietnam Memorial, in front the library (45 Auburn Rd.), where Bud Waite will MC, and then to the World War II Memorial in front of Town Hall, where Lawrence McCarter will MC. Bud Shropshire will toll the bell for each veteran on that monument. Finally, the parade will conclude back at Memorial Square with music presentations, speech and closing ceremony, and Alan Burch will once again lead the ceremonies. Participants in this year’s parade include the Millis Fire Department, Millis Police Department, American Legion Post 208, AMVETS Post 495, Military Order of the Purple Heart, Millis School Band, Charles River Chorale, Millis Lions Club, Millis Boy Scouts, Millis Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts
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Do Today’s Veterans Need the American Legion? BY KENYATTA L. HARRIS USAF, AMERICAN LEGION POST 208, MILLIS
As a child I can remember many trips to the local AMVETS. There my father would meet and talk with fellow veterans of the war he never really wanted to talk about, Nam. My uncle could also be found there as well throwing down a few cold ones after a hard day at work. My father, a musician by trade, was an easy talker and would work the crowd talking about just about any topic of the day. I may have been around 10 or so then, now some 30+ plus years later and 2 trips to the Gulf myself, I now find myself reflecting on that time. At the time I could not fully understand why so many vets would want to spend so much time together, especially since many of them really didn’t want to remember the war anyway. Many were tough talking, abrupt, but strangely polite enough and many drank more than they should. Little did I know that for me, it would be decades before I could really take in what had taken place on those many visits with my father. I now have 25 years of continued service with the US Armed Services. Eleven of those years are active duty, with the remainder reserve. Called generation X, I have thought re-
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cently about my new membership to the American Legion (on suggestion of my wife, she too a veteran as well), as to whether or not veterans still need the American Legion. I mean, think about it. We now live in an age when the means to communicate has never been easier, or so it seems. Growing up I had the ability to speak to anyone around the world via amateur radio. But now with true cellular technology, my kids can reach me even on the battlefield. They can follow me via Twitter, or check the status of my day using any number of social media. So why would someone want to sit and talk in an old building? I have rediscovered, if you will, that now, more than ever the need for face time has never been greater. Anyone who works in the business or social realm can really appreciate just how complicated technology has made it to communicate between two or more individuals and have the results meet both parties’ expectations. It has been said that sometimes language is the worst tool to use when trying to describe Mother Nature. Now try and describe your experiences during your time on duty to someone who has never experienced it. What may seem useless to one individual lacking experience would have another individual up in arms.
The American Legion bridges that gap in experience by sheer collective consciousness. If I need someone to talk to, for example, and don’t want to burden family or really close friends, or just want to vent an opinion about a given issue, there is always someone there to listen. There is nothing more aggravating than being on the phone dialing through an unknown number of automated menus, only to discover that the answer I need can only be resolved by speaking with an actual living person, something that clearly seemed obvious from the start.
itary veterans. They also lobby in Washington to ensure that we continue to receive our hard earned benefits, but also ensure that these benefits continue to improve. The American Legion is staffed by volunteer members, all of whom are veterans like myself who can appreciate the life experience that
I have discovered that the American Legion is a great place to begin when it comes to resources available to veterans. When my family and I moved to a new part of the state, it was members of the American Legion that helped us meet new people and learn about the resources in our area. I was also able to gain access to governmental services that I did not even know existed, which has helped greatly as I work to complete college.
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Snow at Camp? No Problem for Millis Girl Scouts BY J.D. O’GARA School vacation in the middle of winter might conjure up images of a slew of indoor activities, but not for members of Millis Girl Scout Ambassador Troop 74920. Temperatures down to 21.2 degrees Fahrenheit were just fine with them the weekend of February 16th, when the troop spent their third year with 13 other Girl Scout troops at Operation Snowflake, in Dartmouth, Mass. The girls won first place in three events during this year’s competition, including outdoor baking, the travois race in which they raced an A-frame they constructed by lashing and a biathlon. The girls also competed in string burning, wood sawing, flag design, a dog sledge race and a constellation event.
Millis Girl Scout Troop 74920 came out on top in three contests, including lashing this A-Frame shown, at winter camping competition Operation Snowflake this winter.
“This was the first year that it was actually, like, snowing,” said Tessa May, who joined Katy Golden, Jess O’Reilly, Olivia Lynch, Kaylan Brunsdon, Irene Koisinen, Sarah Wenzel and Hannah Hall in the winter camping excursion. Their success was made even more special by the fact that, since they had one tenth grader in their mix of younger girls, the team was forced to compete at the older level.
“I thought it was so fun,” said Jess O’Reilly, who joined for the first time this year and had not expected to have fun. “I thought it was going to be freezing the whole time, but I ended up not really being that cold and forgetting about it.” All of the girls agreed with Jess, and those who had gone before noted that it was more fun with snow, although Tessa May pointed out “it was actually more challenging when there is snow,” as “clearing the spot for the tent is more work before you can set up…” Olivia Lynch notes that the experience also makes the girls “very good packers.” Girls were rated on how well they packed, which included not only bringing the right equipment and weather-appropriate gear, but also making sure packs were not too heavy. The girls, who were accompanied by their leader, Sherrice Golden, as well as Girl Scout volunteers Michelle Schofield and Mrs. Koistinen, all agree they would recommend the hearty experience of Operation Snowflake, one they maintain has earned them “bragging rights.”
Five Women from Local Area “Unsung Heroes” Senator Richard J. Ross (R-Wrentham) would like to congratulate the five women from his district who have been selected by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women as members of the Unsung Heroines of 2013. The Commission has selected 83 women from communities across the Commonwealth to be recognized for their exceptional contributions to their communities. This year’s Unsung Heroines include Sandi Carter Brown of Attleboro, Judy D’Antonio of Natick, Dawn DaCosta of Attleboro, Barbara A. Rondeau of Franklin and Andrea J. Wagner of Millis. They were honored at a ceremony in late April in the Great Hall of the State House.
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Charles River Bank’s Medway Student Tellers Win Statewide Event The student tellers at Charles River Bank’s Medway High School location are not only earning valuable real-world skills, they can now call themselves state champions. At the Massachusetts School Bank Association’s (MSBA) Annual Spring Conference on April 2nd, one team of student tellers placed first in the Marketing competition, while another team placed second in the Product Development contest. Twenty-six high schools gathered at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston to participate in the MSBA Spring Conference. The Marketing competition team included Fahad Saifullah, Jason Sutherland, Paul Guarino, Nicki Dumouchel and Charles Ochs. The Product Development team featured Leah Waddlinger, Kayla Brodeur and Kevin Culcasi. A third team of Charles River Bank student tellers competed in the event’s annual Banking Bowl, a Jeopardy!-style test of banking knowledge. The student tellers are enrolled in CRB’s School Bank Program at Medway High School, a forcredit curriculum for qualified juniors and seniors created in 2006. Approximately 15 students are accepted into the program each year. They are trained to operate a full service branch, which is located in the lobby of Medway High School. The Student Tellers are taught and supervised by Joan Gavini-Campbell, an experienced banker who has worked at Charles River Bank as the High School Branch Supervisor since 2009.
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Run Your Inserts With Us! Call Lori Koller (508) 934-9608 ATTENTION ALL MEDWAY HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI! The 129th Medway Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday May 18, 2013 at the Double Tree Hotel in Milford. The deadline to purchase tickets is Wednesday May 1. All Medway High School alumni are welcome. Please visit medwayalumni.com for details.
Millis Playground Build Day May 11th, to Open June 1st The building date for the new Millis playground, outside the Clyde F. Brown Elementary, has been set for May 11, 2013, from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. The playground is set to open on June 1st, with a ribbon cutting ceremony from 10-11 a.m. All Millis residents are invited to attend.
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Emmy-, SundanceWinning Film May 23 at Medway Library The Friends of the Medway Library is hosting a free screening of the award winning documentary based on the book: Dear America: Letters Home from Vietnam on Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m. in the Cole Auditorium at the Medway Library. The documentary won two Emmy awards and the Special Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. This moving four-star film is considered to be one of the best movies ever made about the Vietnam War experience, presented from the perspective of ordinary American soldiers who wrote letters home to parents, friends and girlfriends. These letters, sections of which are voiced by well-known actors, are witty and sad, patriotic and disillusioned, upbeat and resigned. The running account of the war is given through images of home movies, television and military news footage, and still photos; nothing is reenacted. Accompanying the narration is a soundtrack of music from the time period such as Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, and The Doors, culminating in Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the USA” as people visit the Vietnam Memorial. This 85 minute film is rated PG-13.
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Stony Brook Announces Its May Programming! Everything’s warming up at Stony Brook. Join us for these exciting programs: Early Morning Birds: Tuesdays in May, from 7:00 - 8:30 a.m. Take a morning stroll with Doug Williams or Jack Lash and discover the magic of the migrants in spring as they return to nest or stop over on their journey north. Tell your friends. Birders of all levels welcome.
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spectacular view of these beautiful and delicate creatures. Learn how birds are mist-netted and what information scientist collect and learn from these long-distance travelers which may help them survive in our ever-changing world. This program is designed for adults and families with children ages 6 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up early, this program always fills! Fee: $10m/$12nm per person.
Fee: $6m/$8nm Turtle Trekkers: Saturdays, May 4th and 18th, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Start your weekend off right with a fun and knowledgeable Stony Brook teacher on the trails learning about nature. Each day will have a special topic created to excite your child about the natural world. There will be crafts, activities and lots of laughter. So come and join the fun. This month’s themes: How Does Your Garden Grow/Spider Season. Ages 2.9 to 6 with a parent. Fee: $10m/$12nm per adult/child pair Bird Banding Demonstration: Sunday, May 5th,, from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Join veteran bird banders as they net, measure, weigh, band and release songbirds. Get a close up and
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Sundays at Stony Brook: Sunday, May 19th, from 1:00 3:00 p.m. Take a Stony Brook Sunday stroll in search of birds, turtles, frogs, plants, and other natural wonders in the company of a Volunteer Naturalist. Or, join the Naturalist on the observation deck for a peek through the spotting scope. Do you have questions? Stop by on a Sunday afternoon and we will work to discover the answers together.
Dudley. Finally, on our way back, we will stop at Lookout Rock at the north end of Blackstone River State Park. Fee: $30m/$35nm Warblers and More at Swan Point Cemetery: Sunday, May 26th, from 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. No “confusing fall warblers” here. The birds we will see at one of Rhode Island’s oldest and most fantastic birding spots will be in their vivid breeding plumage! During spring migration, the Swan Point Cemetery in Providence is one of the best places to see species such as Wilson’s warbler, blackburnian warbler, Cape May warbler, blue-winged warbler, bay-breasted warbler, northern parula, and many others. Carpool from Stony Brook at 7:00am or meet us at the cemetery at 8:00am (call for directions). Fee: $7m/$9nm
Fee: FREE with admission. Just Another Manic Monday: Monday, May 20th, from 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Mass Audubon’s Bird-A-Thon weekend is extended with this halfday trip to birding sites you may not be familiar with. We’ll drive west into Worcester County to Buffumville Lake, then to MAS Pierpont Meadows Sanctuary in
Pre-registration is required for all programs (except as noted). For more details, visit the Mass Audubon webpage at www.massaudubon.org or contact us at 508-528-3140. Register by phone, email (stonybrook@massaudubon.org), fax (508-553-3864) or in person. Stony Brook is located at 108 North Street in Norfolk.
Medway Candidates Night Forum May 7th The Medway Democratic Town Committee will be sponsoring a Candidates’ Night Forum on Tuesday, May 7th at Medway High School, 88 Summer Street, from 7:30-9 p.m. The Forum will focus exclusively on candidates seeking election to the Board of Selectmen and School Committee. In each of the contested races, there are three candidates vying for two open positions. There are
no other contested offices on the ballot during the Annual Town Election which will be held on Tuesday, May 21st.
Arrangements are in process to have the Forum broadcast live and repeated on local cable through Election Day.
Candidates for the Office of Selectman and School Committee will have an opportunity to address interested citizens in attendance. Audience members will be able to present relevant questions to each of the candidates.
The Medway Democratic Town Committee (MDTC) invites all interested citizens and prospective voters to attend this informative presentation and discussion.
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Medway Lions Pancake Breakfast The Medway Lions Club Annual Pancake Breakfast is a hopping event, especially with the Easter Bunny getting his picture taken with so many families, friends and visiting Lions. This event helps our Club thank the community of Medway, the local businesses, and our volunteers who support all of our service projects throughout the year, and join them for a wonderful meal. Over 600 people enjoyed an unrivaled menu of pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, fresh fruit and Joe’s “Famous Quiche.” Medway Lions Cheryl Corbett, Frank Notturno and Dawn RiceNorton did a fantastic job pulling together this massive effort which
included help from our many wonderful volunteers. We’ve captured the Pancake Breakfast with pictures on our Facebook page – www.facebook.com/Medway.Lion s.Club.33KMass. The Pancake Breakfast is a huge event that takes many “hands” to pull together. Along with our advertisers, there are local businesses that contribute: AD-PRINT, Garelick Farms, Medway Public Schools, Tim Rice Photography and Roche Bros. Supermarkets. We are so thankful for their contributions to the breakfast. We’d also like to thank the following local businesses and groups who also support us throughout the year: Dunkin Donuts, Joseph &
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Run Your Inserts With Us! Lily Spezzano, 4 of Southboro and sisters Emily Stein, 10 and Lauren Stein, 8 of Worcester enjoy themselves at the coloring contest during the recent Medway Lions Pancake Breakfast.
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Thanks again to everyone who came or lent a hand. We couldn’t do what we do without you!
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The Sunshine Group Local Teachers Walk-a-Thon May 11th Turn Artists for Medway 300 Gala Auction In this 300th year of Medway, when we think of the rich history of the town, a small summer program comes to mind. The Sunshine Group, formerly known as Camp Sunshine, has been in operation for over 45 years. It was developed originally as part of the town's park and recreation program for children who needed a little bit more than the typical swimming, arts-n-crafts, and theater classes. What is The Sunshine Group?
The Sunshine Group is a sixweek summer program for children ages 3 and up. We meet at the Senior Center on Oakland Street in Medway, and have access to the playground at Oakland Park. The 2013 Session runs from Tuesday, July 9 - Friday, August 16, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Oakland Street, Medway, MA 02053 Our main focus is socialization (we feel strongly that children need to play), but of course there is learning going on all the time, just not at a desk or in a classroom. The children read, write stories, do math, experiment, and create. They develop self-confidence with each successful project and game. Who Should Attend The Sunshine Group?
The Sunshine Group is open to all special needs children, as well as those
children who would like to experience "summer camp," but may not want to go to a full-day, full week program. FUNDRAISING
Our one fundraiser each year is the Lions/Sunshine Walk-aThon. For many years, the Medway Lions, along with support from the Middlesex Savings Bank, has helped The Sunshine Group raise money for scholarships, field trips, and special programs and events. This year, the Walk-a-Thon is on Saturday, May 11th, (rain or shine) at 10 a.m, at the Medway VFW. There is a 3k route, or a 10k route, each starting at the VFW. Maps for each route and t-shirts are available at sign-in on the morning of the walk. There are water stations along the route for everyone. At 12 noon, all walkers and families are invited to a cook-out at the Senior Center on Oakland St - provided by the Lions Club. Each walker is asked to get sponsors, and a pledge sheet is available on our website: ampsunshinegroup.com Come join us, bring the family, get some exercise, and help support a piece of Medway's history!
Five dedicated teachers from the Burke-Memorial Elementary School in Medway stepped up to create one of several Adirondack chairs to be painted by local artists with different scenes of Medway’s landscape and history. These chairs will be placed around town in the spring at local businesses for patrons to enjoy until they are auctioned off at the Medway 300 Gala on December 31, 2013. They can also be viewed during the Medway 300 Arts Weekend, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 11 and 12 at the Medway High School where there will be art exhibits, performances, (l to r): Susan Driscoll 4th grade, Nancy Thompson 3rd grade, Christine Moyer art, Sue Murphy preschool, and and crafts fair. Judy Homer preschool
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Murder Mystery at Medway Library Friday May 3! An original, interactive, murder mystery theatrical experience based on events in Medway's history will be staged at Medway Library Friday May 3 at 7 p.m. This is an audience participation mystery show, where anyone can become either sleuth or suspect. Audience members will investigate a crime scene, hunt for clues, and learn something about Medway's history while hunting for the "killer" of a best selling historian who may have learned too much investigating a murder from Medway's mysterious past. Funded as part of the Medway 300 celebration, this show is appropriate for adults and older teens. The show, written and presented by Dwight Kemper, is based on events circa 1830 in Medway. Visit murdermysterytheater.com for more infor-
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Local Girl Wins 4H Blue Ribbon Casey Bermingham of Millis a member of Thunder Hill 4H Club competed in the Norfolk County 4H visual presentations night in March. She received a blue excellent ribbon and was invited to represent Norfolk County at 4H State Visual presentation day held April 6 in Bedford. Casey's presentation was on pink dolphins. On the State level, she received a blue ribbon and also a red rosette.
Millis Library Book Sale May 4th mation about Dwight Kemper and "Murder for Hire." Limited seating is available; reserve a spot by visiting the Library or by calling (508) 5333217. Medway Library is located at 26 High Street, Medway MA.
The Friends of the Millis Public Library will hold its Annual Spring Book Sale and Family Fun Day on Saturday, May 4th from 9a.m.-1p.m., at the library, rain or shine. The library is located at the corner of Main Street (Rte. 109) and Auburn Road in Millis. All are welcome to enjoy the day. A large selection of books will be on sale, plus CDs and DVDs. Prices start at 25 cents. The event will include free family-friendly events such as story-times, face painting, music and more. Proceeds help support the purchase of museum passes and programs for the library. The Friends sponsor 3 book sales annually. Also, save the date for our Children and Young Adult Book Sale on June 21st ! For more information, call the library at 376-8282.
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Medway Lions to Sponsor Senior BBQ May 11th at Noon The Medway Lions Club is pleased to sponsor a Senior Barbecue at the Medway Senior Center, 76 Oakland St., Medway on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Noon following The Sunshine Group Walkathon starting at 10 am. All Medway Seniors are invited for hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken kabob, sausages, beverages, etc. Seniors may call the Senior Center at (508) 5333210 for transportation. Come join us for an enjoyable meal and wonderful company!
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Living Healthy Mosquito Control to Take Place Monday Evenings Locally Starting in late May, early June, The Norfolk County Mosquito Control District will begin conducting ULV aerosol applications in the evening, not in the early morning as in past years. David Lawson, Director of the Norfolk County Mosquito Control District, stated that “The decision to move to an evening spray schedule is driven
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Living Healthy Lasers and the Eye BY ROGER M. KALDAWY, M.D. Lasers can be very useful in treating many eye problems. From helping patients eliminate the need for glasses to cosmetic procedures of the eyelids, lasers have been very valuable in performing bladeless eye surgery while producing precise and safe outcomes. The world of eye surgery was revolutionized when in 1946, a German Ophthalmologist used the first laser to treat the retina. Laser is light amplified by stimulated
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Millis Beautification 2013 Boosts Civic Pride Despite a cold, wet morning, volunteers turned out, bright and early, to take part in the annual Millis Beautification Day, a joint effort by the Millis Garden Club and the Millis Lions Club. Here are a few scenes from the day:
This father and son team made Millis Beautification a family affair. Photo courtesy of the Millis Garden Club. The Veteran’s Memorial Building was one of several locations spruced up in Millis on Beautification Day. Photo courtesy of the Millis Garden Club.
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Members of the Rosebuds, Jr. Garden Club came out to help the Millis Garden Club and the Millis Lions at Beautification Day. From left, Simran Khalsa, Anna Turovsky, Shannon Miles, Lannah Fitzgerald, Linh Nguyen, Loretta Fitzgerald, Sarah Morgan and Marissa Ford.
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Sprucing up the Children's Garden at Oak Grove Farm were, from left, Heidi Dostoomian, Diane Hubbard, Marc Koenig, June Murphy, Chris Gavin and Judy Murphy. Photo courtesy of Chris Gavin.
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Don’t Just Stand There… PLANT SOMETHING on May 15! SUBMITTED BY RENE M. FONTAINE On May 15, 2013, something new will take root in cities and towns all over Massachusetts. Thousands of people will plant something—anything!—on that day. Whether it’s planting a shade tree in their town center, setting up a container garden in the library courtyard, or helping children build an edible garden at the elementary school, residents will help make their towns a little greener on May 15. “Don’t Just Stand There… PLANT SOMETHING on May 15!” is a new campaign to help everyone enjoy the benefits of planting. The campaign is an initiative of Plant Something MA, a joint program of the Massachusetts Flower Growers Association (MFGA) and the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA). Plant Something MA seeks to get more people to enjoy gardening and support their local, independent nurseries, garden centers, landscapers and growers. My name is Rene M. Fontaine and I am the organizer for the Town of Franklin. “Our goal is to recruit someone in every city and
town in the Commonwealth to organize a public planting on May 15. We also hope to get schools and individuals in on the fun of planting something and watching it grow,” stated Rena Sumner, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association. “Most people realize that plants and trees provide shade, increase property value, and are good for the environment,” said MFGA Executive Secretary, Bob Luczai, “but they may not realize that plants can also reduce stress and improve your health.” He added, “Gardening can burn up to 600 calories an hour!” Gardening also contributes to the local economy. Massachusetts’ professional environmental horticulturalists—the people who grow, care, for, design, and install plantings and landscapes in your community—contribute $2.6 billion to the Massachusetts economy and employ 68,000 people.
will be asked to schedule gardening activities and families and workplaces will be encouraged to plant something—anything!—on May 15. The “Don’t Just Stand There… PLANT SOMETHING on May 15!” campaign kicked off at the Boston Flower and Garden Show, March 13-17. Plant Something MA distributed 6,000 free seed planting kits to show attendees. As the Franklin organizer I would like to invite you to take part in and get your input on the best location for our public planting on May 15th.I will be donating a tree to be planted at a location of the Town’s choosing and I appreciate your support In making this event a huge success. For more information visit www.plantsomethingma.org/May 15. I look forward to seeing you on May 15th.
New England Plant Swap Planned for June 1st in Walpole THIS is the way your grandmother made her garden grow. She traded thriving plants with friends and neighbors. Which is exactly what we'll be doing again this year at the New England Plant Swap this Spring. Sharing is the best part of gardening. When a plant does well enough here in New England, others want to know about it. They'd like even more to HAVE some of it. If you haven't been to a good, old-fashioned plant swap, you're in for a treat. Pot up your excess prized plants to share. Load up your bounty and head to beautiful Adams Farm at 999 North St. in Walpole MA on June 1, 2013 at 9 a.m. There, you will meet other, friendly, local gardeners with their booty for sharing. It's simple, free and fun for all. For each plant you bring, you can take a plant from someone else. All the details are at our web site: http://www.NewEnglandPlantSwap.org or we may be reached at info@newenglandplantswap.org or phone (508) 507-9629. We look forward to seeing you there.
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Site Set for Holliston Kids’ Community Harvest Garden BY J.D. O’GARA
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This year, some seeds will be planted behind the Pinecrest Golf Course, and Lisa Zais hopes they will grow into a love of healthy eating. Zais approached the Holliston Agricultural Commission last year about using some town land to begin a community garden, one that would involve local children in planting and growing their own vegetables. It will be called the Holliston Kids Community Harvest Garden
Did you notice how much nicer many of the streets and public areas of Millis looked after the 9th Annual Millis Beautification Day on Saturday, April 13?
“In today’s climate where everybody’s really trying get kids and people in the world to eat healthy, it’s a good place for kids to start, literally, from the ground up,” says Zais.
People from many sectors of our community came out on a cold, damp morning to help –- members of the Garden Club and the Lions and other civic-minded residents, Scouts, library supporters, and, perhaps most impressively, many students from our public schools along with their teachers and parents. Organized by Sagar Desai and Louis DePace, the student efforts make this possible.
The Agricultural Commission did not hesitate. “The Agricultural Commission has allowed us to utilize two 10 x 10 plots behind the Pinecrest Golf Course,” says Zais, “And we have 7th and 8th graders from the Robert Adams Middle School who will get it ready for planting.” Zais says there are 12 plots at the site, which is already fenced in, and water is available. Although all the details are not yet worked out, Zais maintains, “We’ve got to start somewhere. For kids to be able to work, and start from getting the soil prepped to planting seedlings in classroom and planting them in the ground and weeding and watering – they earn a reward from when things grow, and it all comes down to good, healthy eating.”
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Each year, the Millis Garden Club and the Millis Lions co-sponsor this volunteer clean up. These wonderful volunteers make a huge difference. Millis both looks better and saves big bucks. Volunteers cleaned up over 100 cubic yards of brush and trash. Picture 180 leaf bags, 110 bags of trash, 2 small dump truck loads and 4 large dump truck loads of brush and dead trees. We also removed 12 old tires and 4 TVs.
This year several local businesses donated to our efforts as well. Thanks to Millis Used Auto Parts, Dunkin’ Donuts, McDonald’s, and Roche Bros. We appreciate their generosity. We couldn’t succeed without the participation of our Department of Public Works, led by Jim McKay, Assistant Director. Jim spent all morning with us making sure the work went smoothly. Thanks to him and his team. Next year Millis Beautification Day will observe its 10th anniversary. Mark your calendars now for Saturday, April 12, 2014. We hope to expand our efforts next year and make it a big celebration. We look forward to your participation. Meanwhile, we can all keep Millis beautiful year-round by not littering and picking up trash in our own neighborhoods. Civic pride is contagious!
With appreciation, Bonnie Hilton Co-Chair, Millis Beautification Day 2013
Celebrating 9 Years of Horticulture Excellence Millis Garden Club, founded in 2004, is a non-profit civic organization. The Millis Garden Club strives to enhance the natural beauty of our surroundings and community through horticultural education while cultivating friendships in the process.
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Franklin Garden Club to Spruce Up Town Common May 7th Membership Open to All BY J.D. O’GARA Members of the Franklin Garden Club will be bustling about the Franklin Common late afternoon of Tuesday, May 7th, according to the garden club president Susan Childers. This will be the Franklin Garden Club’s annual spring cleanup. Anyone who would like to help is welcome, says Childers, who adds that all hands are appreciated and the group will be there from approximately 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. “We try to clean it all up, get it all ready to plant flowers near Memorial Day,” says longtime garden club member Nancy Rappa. “All our members gather, and we bring our rakes and shovels and bags. The town, lately has been giving us money to buy annual plants to plant there, and so last year was absolutely gorgeous, because we were able to plant many flowers. We do all the labor.” Childers says that the group currently has about 25 members, although not everybody comes to each event. The Franklin Garden Club meets from September through June (as, Rappa says, in
summertime everyone’s busy with their own garden), although the final meeting is a social one, on the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Franklin.
In addition to sprucing up town, the Franklin Garden Club also has a scholarship each year, doing at least one fundraiser, an auction in December, to raise funds.
Childers points out that Franklin residents don’t need to be experts to join the group.
Membership in the Franklin Garden Club costs $30 a year, which pays for a number of speakers who come to educate members about various aspects of gardening. The group also takes field trips.
“What’s been happening is people will say ‘I don’t know anything about gardening, so I can’t be part of it.’ Well, we’re all still learning,” she laughs. “You don’t have to know anything to be part of it.” One of the tasks that the Franklin Garden Club undertakes is maintaining the section of the Franklin Common across from St. Mary’s Church. Some of the less experienced members take the lead from some of the members who have been with the group a longer time. “It’s good to have new people come in,” says Childers, “because a lot of the original members aren’t able to do all the gardening themselves.” She adds that the more experienced gardeners are great mentors, who “really do a nice job.”
“We just had a meeting, this past April, we went to Fairmont Farms,” says Rappa. “We actually made hanging planters. We provided our own containers and they provided the soil. We were able to pick out the flowers we wanted.” If anyone wants to join the Franklin Garden Club, says Childers, they can contact Eileen Mason at emason11@ verizon.net. To find the most updated information about what the garden club has been up to, Franklin residents can “like” the Franklin Garden Club page on Facebook.
Franklin Community Garden to Officially Open, Hold Seed Sale May 26 BY J.D. O’GARA April 2013 saw the addition of four new beds at the King Street Memorial Community Garden, located at King Street Memorial Park. All of the garden beds are taken at this point, individually leased, and there is a wait list for anyone else interested in gardening. According to Amy Acevedo, that wait list began last year. Garden renewals, she says, average 75-80%, which means that 10 to 12 folks move off the wait list each year. Although the list is closed right now, wait list signups will take place in late May. Donations of funds, labor and materials are always appreciated. Some of the garden’s wish list items include 30 cubic yards of organic compost, 15 cubic yards of good loam, Picnic Tables, Sun Umbrellas, one dozen simple hand trowels, one dozen simple garden claws, big chalkboard, lumber & fasteners, untreated 2"x12"x14' untreated spruce, 4"x4"x8' untreated Douglas fir, and 4" and 2.5" timberlok fasteners. To volunteer, donate or just inquire about the wait list for a plot, email franklincommunitygardens@gmail.com. The Franklin Community Garden Committee meets on the first Monday of the month, at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall. The next scheduled meeting is May 6th. “The garden is currently open, but we have an official opening in May to kick it off,” says Garden Coordinator Chris Clay. “Usually we do things like tomato planting demos, and a seedlings sale to start gardens off.” This year’s opening event will take place on May 26th, from 9-11 a.m. To learn more, visit http://www.franklincommunitygardens.org. The group can also be reached at: Friends of Franklin Community Gardens, Inc. or just Friends of FCG Inc. for short PO Box 116 Franklin, MA 02038.
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Holliston Garden Club Announces Garden Tour June 1&2 The Holliston Garden Club announced today that it will host a Garden Tour this year on the first weekend in June. Six magnificent private gardens will be open to ticket holders on Saturday, June 1st between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and on Sunday, June 2nd between noon and 4 p.m., rain or shine. Featured gardens include a spectacular shade garden, a cottage garden with curb appeal, a beautifully landscaped bird-lovers’ garden, splendid outdoor living areas, gardens bursting with color, and informal mixed gardens with something for everyone. Some are created by the homeowner, some are professionally designed, but all are a welcome relief after a long, cold winter. The Garden Tour grew out of the twin desires to celebrate the private gardens of Holliston residents and to raise money to develop and maintain public spaces. In this,
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Medway Community Farm Celebrates Phase I of Farmhouse Renovation 5K Planned for this Month on Medway Pride Day BY J.D. O’GARA Medway Community Farm held its Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Sunday April 21st. The event featured children's activities, farm tours and a yard sale, with the big Ribbon Cutting event celebrating the completion of Phase One of the Farm Community Center Renovation Project. Now that the farmhouse is habitable, “Kevin and I have moved in,” says Brittany Sidway Overshiner, Executive Director of the farm. “It’s wonderful, much easier to manage the farm.” The downstairs, says Overshiner, is also open to the public for use for classes and functions, and it now has an operating bathroom on the first floor that is ADA compliant, she adds. The Medway Community Farm worked with Tri-County Regional Technical Vocational High School, Community Preservation Committee and local volunteers in a collaborative 2-year effort that took an old house on town land from near disrepair to a functional community space and caretaker housing.
What’s coming up in Phase II, says Overshiner, is to raise the funds to build a certified kitchen. Overshiner says that the original estimate to build a certified kitchen was about $30,000, but that “we’re kind of hoping it will be a little lower” given the work that Tri-County students did to prepare the room so far.
The Medway Community Farm’s primary source of revenue, says Overshiner, is its CSA Shares. This year, she says, the farm will have 200 full and partial shares. Fundraising continues on the day of Medway Pride Day, with the
May 1, 2013 Medway Community Farm 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 18th. Overshiner notes that the farm is working with Medway Pride Day organizers this year. The race is scheduled early, so that Medway residents can take part in both events, with a 7 a.m. registration time and an 8 a.m. start, from Medway High School, at 88 Summer Street. The first 100 registrants will get a t-shirt, and the fastest male and female finishers
will win awards. The race will cost $25 in advance or $30 on race day, or $10 for children aged 12 and under. For more information about the race, contact Nate Hamilton at nhamilton@medwaycommunityfarm.org If runners head to Medway Pride Day following the race, the first 100 runners will receive two free Pawsox tickets, says Overshiner. For more information about the Medway Community Farm, visit www.medwaycommunityfarm.org.
Jeanne Raffa, President of the Medway Community Farm, adds that although Tri-County did a lot of the work for the farm, the Medway Community Farm cannot guarantee that the students will be back to work more, as Tri-County works with a number of different community projects. The goal for the kitchen, says Overshiner, is to offer classes and “take food from the farm to the kitchen, from seed to fork.” Overshiner adds that the kitchen would give the community farm an opportunity to process any excess produce. “Value added products are a huge benefit to any farm, and we can sell those things in winter, too,” says Overshiner.
On Sunday, April 21st, the Medway Community Farm celebrated the completion of Phase I of its farmhouse renovation, with Representatives Jeffrey Roy and John Fernandes in attendance. The building, with much help from Tri-County students, now has on-site quarters for the farm manager as well as an ADA accessible ramp and bathroom. Phase II of the project will include building a certified kitchen for classes and processing of harvest.
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May at the Millis COA Medway Business Council Annual Program Out of this World!
There's something happening Monday through Friday at the Millis Council on Aging, at the Senior Center located in lower Millis Town Hall, Veteran's Memorial Building. Here are two talks taking place this month that might be of interest: Planning for Medicare-Countdown to 65 is a comprehensive seminar that helps people approaching Medicare eligibility understand their health insurance options outside of employer-sponsored coverage, whether they are planning to retire or continuing to work. Many employees need help understanding the coverage options available to them when they approach Medicare eligibility. This is especially true for employees that plan to retire and are leaving employer-sponsored coverage. For these employees retirement may be the first time they do not have a Human Resources representative coordinating, explaining, and negotiating a rate for their health plan premium. The Planning for Medicare— Countdown to 65 seminar allows attendees to gain the confidence they need to make an informed deci-
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On May 22nd, the MBC is honored to have Mary Liscombe, a nationally known speaker, as their guest. Some of Mary’s long list of accomplishments and titles are: the Director of the McAuliffe Center in Framingham; Co-director of the NASA Educator Resource Center at FSU and serves as President Elect of the Massachusetts Association of Science Teachers. In 2011 Ms Liscombe was inducted into the Massachusetts Hall of Fame for Science Educators and recently awarded the Touch the Future Award by the Independent Association of Framingham State Alumni.
Please reserve a seat for this informative presentation on May 10th from 10-11 a.m.. Long Term Care Planning Careful long-term care planning prior to a hospitalization or medical crisis ensures that families understand their rights. This planning allows families to evaluate their options and often permits families to protect the family home and other substantial assets. Generally, the more a person or family plans before a medical crisis, the more assets the family can save. Good planning involves protecting the independence, integrity and wishes of the elder individual or couple, as well as protecting assets. On Wednesday, May 29th at 10 a.m. in room 18, Attorney Caren Z. Schindel will discuss ways to protect your assets. Please call ahead and make reservations as Caren will be handing out written material and would like to have enough to go around.
Mary plans to speak on the topic of: Christa’s Legacy: the McAullife Center in the 21st Century. Mary will also be sharing some exciting news of how the McAullife Center at Framingham State has grown over the years. Mary plans on a multi media presentation to show how they continue to engage teachers and students in interactive learning experiences in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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Topics will include: • Voyage to Mars: what’s new in the Challenger Learning Center? • Oasis in Space: a search for water in the solar system • Professional Development programs: working with partnerships and Industry to provide cutting edge learning experiences for teachers. • Robotics: not just your brother’s LEGOS! Girls love this too!
• What is NASA ERC? How we help teachers connect to NASA online educational resources. MBC can’t wait to host this Annual Dinner Meeting, which will be at the Restaurant 45: 6-8pm; $25/pp. Open to local businesses. For more information and to RSVP by May 16 please go to www.MedwayBusinessCouncil.org or info@MedwayBusinessCouncil.org.
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Medway Launches Smart Phone App – Commonwealth Connect The Town of Medway is launching a new app, Commonwealth Connect, which allows smart phone users to report issues such as pot holes, street light outages
and fallen tree limbs to the Department of Public Services. Commonwealth Connect is based on a mobile app launched in
2009 by the City of Boston’s Office of New Urban Mechanics. The app is funded by the Community Innovation Challenge Grant Program, a state grant, and admin-
VFW Honors Tri-County Voices of Democracy Tri-County student Abigail Gay was one of three students recently recognized at the Franklin VFW Post 3402 St. Patrick’s Day Banquet on Saturday, March 16. Gay, along with Jenna Burke, of Rehoboth and Jessica Coates, of Bellingham, received a certificate of honor in the VFW’s program entitled “The Voice of Democracy Program.” This program was created in 1947 to foster patriotism by allowing students in grades 9 through 12 to voice their opinions on an annual theme. Entries are judged on originality, content, and delivery at local, district, state, and national levels. Voice of Democracy annually provides more than $3 million in awards and scholarships nationwide. Shown, from left, Abigail Gay, Jenna Burke, and Jessica Coates.
istered through the City of Boston. Boston partnered with SeeClickFix, Inc., located in New Haven, CT to develop the app, which is available for both the Android and iPhone. To use Commonwealth Connect, residents with smart phones simply download the app, register an email address, and launch it. The GPS component of the app automatically identifies the location of the problem, and users can snap a photo to include with their report of the issue. The resident can then track it through to its resolution. Users can also follow other reported issues of interest to them. “We are utilizing technology to make government more efficient and effective. We are excited to be able to offer this tool to our resi-
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Millis Scouts Spring Registration Event Millis Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts are now accepting registrations for 2013-2014 year. New Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts are invited to register at our Spring Registration recruitment night on Monday, May 20th and Wednesday, May 22nd from 6-8 p.m. at the Veteran's Memorial Building, Rm 101.
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Medway Lions Bottle/Can Drive May 4th The Medway Lions will conduct its monthly bottles and cans collection on Saturday, May 4, 2013 starting at 9 a.m.; a fundraiser with proceeds used to support community services. Redeemables should be placed at curbside by 9 a.m., brought directly to Medway Oil on Broad Street by 11 a.m. the morning of the drive or placed anytime in the Lions Bottles and Cans shed in front of West Medway Liquors on Main Street. The Lions thank residents for their support.
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Double Paws Double the Love “Cocoa” is a very cute, older kitten with beautiful brown tiger stripes, a little white and double paws. This little girl took up residency under a shed, and the only way PCS could rescue her was to trap her. We quickly found she was very sweet and now, as a resident of the shelter, she has made herself very comfortable while she awaits her new family to
come pick her out. We feel Cocoa would do well in a quiet home with no small children and would appreciate a non-aggressive feline friend. If you are interested in Cocoa or any of the other felines available at The Purr-fect Cat Shelter please visit our website www.purrfectcatshelter.org for an adoption questionnaire or call the message center (508) 533-5855 to have one sent to you. All cats and kittens are examined by a veterinarian, spayed or neutered, tested for feline leukemia and FIV, vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped prior to adoption. The Purrfect Cat Shelter is a nonprofit, no-kill, all volunteer organization providing care and shelter for homeless cats and kittens with the ultimate goal of finding permanent loving homes for each cat.
3 Restaurant in Franklin will host The Medway Youth Baseball Comedy Night on Saturday June 8th. at a glance When: saturday, June 8th time: 6:30 – 10:30pm Where: 3 restaurant – West central street, Franklin cost: $35 More & Tickets Information: To reserve tickets, send a note to Medwayyb@yahoo.com. Join us for friends, appetizers, drink, jokes, silent auction and raffle. Medway Youth Baseball is a non-profit, town based, organization dedicated to providing the children of Medway an opportunity to learn to play and enjoy baseball. Our guiding principles are based on the combination of teaching the fundamentals to all players, regardless of ability, and having fun. We offer age-appropriate levels of play beginning with T-ball and advancing all the way through Senior League for older players on the big diamond. We are a volunteer-only program and depend on the hard work and skills of many parents and interested adults to ensure that the goals of the program are met every year. Medway Youth Baseball sets a few simple goals each year: to help every player improve his or her skills, to instill the importance of teamwork and respect for others, and to give every child who wants to play a place on a team. To learn more visit, www.medwayyouthbaseball.com.
Donations Sought for Purr-fect Cat Yard Sale The Purr-fect Cat Shelter is seeking donations for their annual Yard Sale to be held Saturday, June 1st (rain date June 2nd) at the Medway Shopping Plaza parking lot, Route 109, Medway, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. All proceeds will benefit homeless cats and kittens cared for by the Purrfect Cat Shelter. Volunteers will be on hand Saturday, May 4, and May 18 at Rt. 109 Self-Storage, 1575 Main St. (Rt. 109) on the Millis-Medway line between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. to accept gently used items for the Yard Sale. We regret no additional items will be accepted the day of the sale. PLEASE NO Luggage, electronics (computers, printers, TV's), clothing, bedding, sporting equipment, small/large exercise equipment, air conditioners, microwaves, large appliances and hazardous materials such as paint and fertilizer. Other items accepted or not accepted will be left to the discretion of the Yard Sale Coordinator. For more information call (508) 533-5855. The Purr-fect Cat Shelter is a non-profit, no-kill, all volunteer organization caring for homeless cats and kittens in Millis, Medway, Franklin, Bellingham, Walpole, Norfolk and surrounding communities.
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Medway’s Abigail Gay Named Tri-County’s DAR Good Citizen Abigail Gay of Medway has been named the Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School’s Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizen for the 2012-2013 school year. Established in 1934, the DAR Good Citizen Award and Scholarship Contest is intended to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship.
The daughter of Cheryl and Ted Gay, Abigail is a senior majoring in Early Childhood Careers at TriCounty. She plans to major in Early Childhood Education at Wheelock College in Boston next year and hopes to become a kindergarten or first grade teacher.
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Fun Night of Bunco to Support Millis Public Schools Rescheduled Due to Snow, Now Friday May 3rd A Bunco fundraiser, sponsored by MERIT, is slated for Friday, May 3rd at 7:30 p.m. at the Medfield American Legion, 110 Peter Kristof Way, Medfield. Bunco is a dice game enjoyed by groups of friends and families for years. Just roll the dice, and with a little luck, you can win great prizes at the event! No experience necessary. Doors open at 7:30 pm and the game starts promptly at 8 pm.
This event promises to be a fun night out and a great opportunity to support curriculum enhancement for all three Millis Public Schools. To reserve a table ahead of time, buy tickets in advance, or inquire about your pre-purchased ticket from original date of March 8th, please contact Carol Baker (508) 376-9178, bakercam2@aol.com . Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Cash bar. Snacks will be provided. The event is sponsored by MERIT, Millis Education Resources Initiative Team
Millis Students Meet Authors, Illustrators On Tuesday, April 9th, students at the Millis Middle School were treated to an "Authors and Illustrators Symposium, funded by a Millis Cultural Council grant. Guest speakers, all local professionals, included Sally Hinkley, Illustrator (Daniel Brown
at the Battle of Lexington), Lisa Lynn MacDonald and Madison Mastrangelo, author/illustrator (Can't Get Me!), and Kathleen Flaherty and Jennifer Caulfield Donehey, author/illustrator (An Octopus Named Mom). Students got a firsthand look at the world of publishing. Shown, Kathy Flaherty engages her young audience.
Book-A-Palooza at Medway Library May 11th The Friends of the Medway Public Library’s Book Sale will be holding their biannual book sale featuring over 15,ooo books, DVD’s, CD’s and games in almost new condition. The public sale is on Saturday, May 11, from 10 to 2 p.m. Friday, May 10, from 7-9 p.m. is the Friends-only preview sale. Membership may be purchased or renewed at the door that evening. The first 25 people at the sale on Friday night will receive a free Friends of the Medway Library canvas shopping bag. The following Saturday, May 18 10-2 p.m., is the Bag Sale in which buyers may fill up a provided brown paper grocery bag for only $5 Joining Friends at the public sale will be the Medway Community Farm selling locally grown produce, the Historical Society, and Medway High School Clubs. The book sale is the primary fundraising activity of the Friends of the Medway Public Library. All proceeds are used for library materials, programs and museum passes. The Friends accept book donations year-round; a collection box is located at the bottom entrance of the library. For more information, visit friendsofthemedwaylibrary.blogspot.com
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Summer Fun in Millis! The Millis Extended Day Program, a department of the Millis Public Schools, has announced the schedule of field trips for the summer of 2013. This program is available 7 a.m.-6 p.m., July 8August 16, 2013. As always, out-of-town residents are encouraged to participate and join the fun. The Summer Program takes place in the Extended Day Program air-conditioned modular building, at the Clyde F. Brown Elementary School (off Rte. 109), and is open to students entering first through seventh grade (currently kindergarten through grade six). CITs (Counselors in Training) may be entering grades 7 or 8. Children do not need to be enrolled during the school year Extended Day Program to participate in the summer adventures. The complete field trip schedule is on-line at http://mpsnet.millisps.org/~ktocci/?OpenItemURL=S00C46FCE00C46FCE For further Summer Program information, or to schedule a site visit, pleasecontact the director at ktocci@millisps.org or at (508) 376-8042.
Millis Lions Club Silent Auction On March 23rd, The Millis Lions Club held their annual Warren Jordan Scholarship Silent Auction to benefit high school seniors from Millis that will be graduating from some 6-area high schools this June. This year’s event again, raised over $10,000 to help support deserving students from Millis. “Guest auctioneers Chuck Grant, Millis High School’s Dean of Students and Millis Middle School Principal, Andy Zitoli were the hit of the evening,” said Millis Lions Communications Liaison, Debbie Hayes. The Millis Lions would like to say thank you to companies, organizations and individuals for their support. Visit www.millismedwaynews.com for a complete list of supporters of this event.
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Medway to Participate in Massachusetts Solar Incentive Program Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D – Franklin) announced that Medway will participate in the first round of the 2013 Solarize Massachusetts program (Solarize Mass), a grassroots clean energy marketing, education and group-buying program. Roy is a member of the House Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change. The program – run by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) – is designed to increase the adoption of solar energy and further reduce the overall
cost of solar power, and offers residents and businesses discounted pricing for solar. The more people in a particular community who participate, the greater the savings for everyone in that city or town. Solarize Mass is an innovative initiative sponsored by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (CEC) and the Green Communities Division of the Mass Department of Energy Resources (DOER). It provides a structured program for local residential and commercial property owners to access and install competitively priced small-scale solar photo-
voltaic (PV) systems. The program will begin in May and the time period for site assessments and sign ups will run through September 30, 2013.
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Library Lamb Time Children in Millis were recently treated to a visit by “Oz” the lamb, from Bogastow Farm, during a morning storytime. Here, Caroline White, aged 4, tries her hand at bottle feeding.
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Calendar of Events May 3 Murder Mystery Theater, 7 p.m., murder mystery theatrical experience based on events in Medway’s history, audience participation, part of Medway 300 celebration, appropriate for teens to adults, limited seating, call (508) 533-3217 to reserve a spot. Bunco Fundraiser for MERIT, 7:30 p.m., Medfield American Legion, 110 Peter Kristof Way. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Contact Carol Baker (508) 376-9178 or bakercam2@aol.com. May 4 Medway Lions Bottle & Can Drive, Redeemables curbside by 9 a.m., to Medway Oil, Broad St., by 11 a.m. Friends of the Millis Public Library Book Sale & Family Fun Day, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Great buys, facepainting, storytime & more. Millis Public Library, 45 Auburn Road, Millis, call (508) 3768282 with questions. Free Soil testing, Tangerini’s Farm, 9 – 3 p.m., Joe Janos, soil consultant from Crop Production Services, will be at the farm offering advice and FREE soil testing. Stop by with your bag of dirt! Plant Sale, Federated Church of Norfolk, corner of Rte. 115 and Main, , 9 a.m. – noon, (508) 528-0262. Also at the church, pancake breakfast from 8-10 a.m., all you can eat, adults $7, seniors $5 and free for children under 10. Yoga Cognitive Therapy: Transforming Anxiety from Fear to Freedom, 1-5 p.m., Yoga at the Ashram, 368 Village St, Millis, visit www.YogaAtTheAshram.org, $70 Forever Young, Charles River Chorale Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m., Millis High School, 245 Plain St., Millis, Adults $15, Seniors/Students $10, Children $8, Family (4+) $35. Visit www.charlesriverchorale.net or email info@charlesriverchorale.net Greater Milford Community Chorus Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m., Stacy Middle School, on School Street across from Milford Memorial Hall, Tickets are on sale now from any chorus member or at Music & Arts (formerly the Music Nook) located at 164 Main Street, Milford, Massachusetts. Pre-sale tickets $8 by May 3rd or $10at the door. Children under 12 free.
May 5 Millis Destination ImagiNation Pasta Dinner Fundraiser, 5-7 p.m., Church of Christ Congregational, 142 Exchange St., Millis. Tickets $10 adults, $5 kids, $25 max. Greater Milford Community Chorus Spring Concert, 1:30 p.m., Stacy Middle School, on School Street across from Milford Memorial Hall. Pre-sale tickets $8 by May 3rd or $10at the door. Children under 12 free. May 10 Friends of Medway Library Friends-Only Preview Sale, 7-9 p.m., For more info., visit friendsofthemedwaylibrary.blogspot.c om May 11 Sunshine Group Walkathon, 10 a.m. Medway 300 Arts Weekend, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Medway High School, art exhibits, performances, crafts fair Friends of Medway Library Book Sale, 10 a.m. –2 p.m., Medway Public Library. For more information, visit friendsofthemedwaylibrary.blogspot.c om Medway Lions Senior Barbecue, Noon at Medway Senior Center, 76 Oakland Street, Medway. Seniors may call (508) 5333210 for transportation. Millis Playground construction, Millis Town Park, 7 a.m – 3 p.m., Anyone interested in volunteering or making a donation of funds, goods, or services to contactmillisplayground@millis.net. FSPA Auditions for Shrek the Musical Summerstage Production, 1:30 for grades 3-5, 2:15 for grades 6-8, 3 p.m. for grades 9+. Prepare 16 measures of musical theater song. Students will also be asked to dance simple combination taught at audition. To register for summer programs, call FSPA at (508) 528-8668. For further information, visit www.FSPAonline.com. May 12 Stained Glass Window Dedication, 10 a.m. (windows from St. Paul’s) at St. Michael’s, 1162 Highland St., Holliston. Medway 300 Arts Weekend, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Medway High School, art exhibits, performances, crafts fair I-Hsuan Cheng, award winning musician will perform piano & violin recital, 6 p.m., Church of
Christ, 142 Exchange St., Millis, Tickets $10; $5 for seniors and children under 12; Call (508) 376-5034 for more information. May 13 Millis Annual Spring Town Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Medway Annual Town Meeting, Special meeting at 7 p.m., annual meeting 7:30 p.m. May 16 Carnival at Millis Town Park, 6-10 p.m. May 17 Carnival at Millis Town Park, 6-10 p.m. May 18 Medway Community Farm 5K, behind Medway High School, 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. start, $25 in advance, $30 race day, $10 kids 12 and under, visit www.medwaycommunityfarm.org. 19th Annual Medway Pride Day, Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston St., Medway, inflatables, children’s games, field entertainment, raffles, booths with local organizations and vendors, bike parade, visit www.medwaypride.org or like on Facebook Millis Lions Bottle & Can Drive, bottles curbside by 8 a.m. Millis Carnival at Town Park, 12-10 p.m., unlimited ride bracelets, 1-5 p.m, fireworks 9 p.m.
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Medway Business Council’s Annual Dinner Meeting, featuring Mary Liscombe, Director of the McAuliffe Center in Framingham on Christa’s Legacy: the McAullife Center in the 21st Century, 6-8 p.m., Restaurant 45, Medway, $25 pp, rsvp by May 16 to info@MedwayBusinessCouncil.org or visit www.MedwayBusinessCouncil.org
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Downtown Development About 20 people turned out for the March 27th gathering regarding the Downtown Development of Ann & Hope and surrounding properties, says Assistant Director Jim McKay. Among two conceptual drawings presented was one proposed by property owners A&H Properties, which McKay says was received well. “Everybody kept the Cliquot Club Stack,” says McKay. Residents, particularly members of the historical society, says McKay, asked that the final design include the front of the historic stone building that com-
prised the factory. Noting that the plans are not final, McKay says that citizen feedback on the two proposals is encouraged.
Water Usage The Annual Statistical Report, now available at millis.org, shows that unaccounted for water in Millis stands at just 4.6%, with a water usage rate at 56 gallons per person annually. McKay attributes the low rate of unaccounted for water, down from 18-19% two years ago, to an aggressive look at meter and billing practices and the replacement of a water main under the Charles River.
because they did a lot of hard work – and the DPW staff. This is the second year it’s been that low,” says McKay.
GIS System The town of Millis has begun mapping its water/sewer and catch basin systems, says McKay. The town has received a grant to fund this operation, which expected to be online by July or August.
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The town’s snow and ice budget went from $103,000 in the black as of February first to $150,000 in the red as of April, says McKay. In addition, due to flooding and ice damage to the ceiling and wall of the DPW building, the DPW has temporarily moved to Rm. 204 of the Veteran’s Memorial Building while repairs are underway.
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stories of the Bible and also served as splendid memorials to past generations in whose honor they were given. Since glass is such a fragile medium, many windows have been lost, some to deliberate destruction and others because of neglect. Parishioners at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Millis were concerned when their church closed in 2010 about the fate of the beautiful windows. With the support and assistance of the Episcopal diocese, the stained glass windows were removed from the St. Paul’s building. Six windows were selected for installation at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Holliston, where a number of St. Paul’s former members now worship. Parishioners are St. Michael’s are pleased that these windows will be a visible symbol of the incorporation of the people and history of St. Paul’s into the St. Michael’s community. The stained glass will be placed on either side of the altar, fulfilling the intention of the original design, which was too expensive for St. Michael’s to complete when the building was constructed in 1966. After careful restoration the windows will be installed in April and a service of dedication will be held on Sunday, May 12th. at 10 a.m. at St. Michael’s, 1162 Highland Street, Holliston (508) 429-4248 or email StMichHoll@aol.com. Millis residents and others interested in the windows are warmly invited to attend the service, which will be followed by a reception.
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Sports Kearney Hopes To Elevate Medway’s Softball Fortunes BY KEN HAMWEY Jeff Kearney is no stranger to coaching softball. Last year, he led Hopkinton to a 19-4 record, the Tri Valley League title and an appearance in the South Sectional semifinals where the Hillers bowed to Abington. Before coaching at Hopkinton, Kearney directed Millis High’s softball fortunes for four seasons and guided the Mohawks to one tournament berth.
sophomore Julie Kasparian to handle the bulk of the pitching. She’s also a quality hitter who’s batting at the third and fourth slots in the lineup. “Julie has a good fastball and a nasty change-up,’’ Kearney emphasized. “Her control is outstanding and she rarely gets rattled. A hard-worker, she’ll be the iron-man of our staff.’’
Four key players Kearney doesn’t coach who’ll bolster the inin the fall or winter seafield include Casey sons but he stays exSheehan (shortstoptremely busy officiating outfielder), Maura high school and college “Casey is a power soccer and basketball. When he left Hopkinton, Jeff Kearney had planned to take a hitter,’’ Kearney said. Leaving Hopkinton was season off, but when Medway’s softball position opened up, “She’s got a great atsupposed to be a move he couldn’t pass on the opportunity. titude and is a topfor Kearney and his wife notch athlete. Maura “Kaycee is athletic,’’ Kearney Erin (who coaches and officiates) said. “She can hit and she’s got hits well and is a catcher who to relax and enjoy a breather. speed. Sam is solid on defense, ca- blocks the ball effectively. She’s a The planned respite, however, pable as a hitter and enthusiastic. very smart player. Kerry is a transdidn’t last long. Especially when Kaleigh is versatile, able to pitch fer from Virginia who has talent. the softball job opened at Medway. or play first. A fine player defen- She’s sound fundamentally and has a smooth swing. Caitrin is an sively, she’s very coachable.’’ “Erin and I were ready to take excellent defender and can be a the spring off,’’ Kearney said. “She Kearney will be counting on coaches the girls varsity soccer team at Walpole and also officiates basketball. “She also served as a co-coach with me at Hopkinton. But, when the Medway post opened, I got the itch to return. It just seemed like a good opportunity.’’ The Mustangs, who haven’t qualified for tourney play in four years, appear to be ripe for success. Eleven varsity players are back and there’s talent and experience. “Medway has pitching and is strong on defense,’’ Kearney said. “The players communicate and there is good chemistry. Where we need to be stronger is on offense. We can score more runs and work to improve our on-base percentage.’’ The Mustangs, who were 3-1 to start the season, are led by senior tri-captains Kaycee Babineau (center field), Sam Carroll (third base) and Kaleigh McRoberts (first base-pitcher).
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Sports Local Gymnast Places 1st in Division in Statewide Competition BY J.D. O’GARA Julia Murphy was anything but a bundle of nerves when her team advanced to the level 5 division of the Massachusetts State Gymnastics competition, held in Holyoke, Mass. on March 8th. That composure, says her Mom, Katie, may just well be “her edge,” as the 11-year-old cinched first place for her age group.
says Julia, although she says if she had to pick her favorite, it would probably be “the beam.” Julia adds, “I really like my coaches. We do new things like everyday.” The routine she had to do at the state competition was the same for all competitors at her level. Murphy began with a floor routine, followed by handstands, cartwheels and jumps on the beam. The routine then took the gymnasts to the bars, and finally to the vault. Julia finished the routine on top. “I was really excited. I won meets before, but states was huge,” says Julia, who says she had wanted to win, but hadn’t wanted to get her hopes up too high.
“I always am a tiny bit nervous. Some people on my team are really nervous, but I’m not really nervous,” says Julia.
The Quigg’s team, in fact, came out in 7th place overall in the state, out of about 45 participating gyms. The win has inspired Murphy, whose life, says her Mom, is “geared around” the sport, from her schedule to her room to even her birthday gifts.
Julia explains that she, along with all of the other members of Julia Murphy, 11, of Medway, took home first place in her diviher 11-girl team at sion when her team, from Quigg’s School of Gymnastics, comQuigg’s School of peted in the Massachusetts State Gymnastics competition on Gymnastics, of Belling- March 8th. ham, qualified to head How far will her pasto the state competition by getting at ing to three and half hours for four sion for gymnastics take her? least a 32 all-around score during the days a week, with one additional Someday, says Julia, she’s would three-hour practice during the school competitive season. year. That schedule doesn’t tax Julia like to go to college The young gymnast entered the one bit. “ I would like to go to college gymsport in the usual way, starting with nastics,” says the 6th grader, just a “I’m fine with it. I like it,” says the Kindergarten and first grade classes. few years ahead of her time. Once she was recommended for youngest of three siblings. “I like that it’s all different types of exercises,” Quigg’s team, she upped her practic-
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Medway Girls Lacrosse Grows More Seasoned BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY Playing in an extremely tough Tri-Valley League, the Medway girls lacrosse team is looking to improve upon their two win season of a year ago. Last spring, Coach Mary Burke fielded a team made up of mostly freshman and sophomores, while only carrying a handful of seniors. This year, she’s hoping that with a year under their belt, they’ll be able to take it to the next level. “Now that they’re another year older and more mature, I’m going to try to focus on building, while getting these kids mentally prepared for the endurance of the sport,” the Medway Coach said. “With a feeder program in place in place, I’m hoping that we’ll be able to cycle through some talented athletes in the years to come.” As Burke attempts to build the Medway program, she knows that it’s not going to be all that easy playing in the TVL, a league that produced five tournament teams last season. “The nature and commitment of the other schools have athletes that play one sport, while Medway has a lot of multi-sport athletes, so it’s going to be a challenge in our league,” Burke said. “I don’t know how well we’ll do, but we are an up and coming team; a work in progress.” Offensively, the Mustangs will look to juniors Katie Peters and
Alissa Petinge to provide the goal scoring spark. Peters, an attack who can play just about anywhere, brings energy and a sense of fearlessness to the field, while Petinge, an attack wing, is a great spirited athlete with great lacrosse skills. “Katie has really committed herself and should have her best competitive years. We’ll incorporate her skills into our offensive tactic process,” the coach said. “Alissa is the cog to our offense with a rocket scoring shot that she makes looks easy.” In the backfield, Medway has a relatively green goalie in Liz Stearns. The brave sophomore stepped into the vacant slot last spring and had made a lot of progress with her willingness to learn the new position. Unfortunately for the Mustangs, she broke her collarbone during basketball season and will not be cleared until the day before the opening game once again leaving Medway without a keeper. With Stearns on the sidelines freshman Kailyn Lapham has stepped up to take over her position. The incoming athlete was thrust into varsity action immediately once the season opened. Her first game unfortunately came against Westwood, where she made 10 saves in a losing effort. Despite losing that first contest, the freshman compiled her compo-
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Sports Millis Track Facilities Fall Short, but Team Speeds Along BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY Unlike most of the schools in the Tri-Valley League that have a track team, Millis is the only one without the proper facilities. Not having an official track to run on, throwing circle to toss the shot put or discus nor a long jump pit is a burden to the Mohawk athletes during competitions. Having only a gravel track and no regulation training amenities forces Millis to take the road for all of its track and field meets. “The only disadvantage is the fact that we can’t train the way the other teams in league train. The other schools have the marked tracks and they know the exact measurements, while ours are probably never the same. Those few inches can really hurt you when you get to the tracks you’re competing on,� Millis Track Coach Jay Dupuis said. “Other issues are in the relays, where we don’t have the proper exchange zones to practice, as well as not having a regulation runway for the long jump. It’s tough on our athletes.� Not having the proper measurements hinders the Millis athletes and makes it more than difficult to qualify for the state championships at the end of the season. While this is true, Dupuis has to laugh, because the Mohawks actually had someone qualify for the state meet. “It’s funny, as freshman John Frasca was the only freshman in Massachusetts to qualify for the hurdles,� the coach said. “It shouldn’t be possible with our facilities, but he’s the exception to the rule. John trains extremely hard.� Dupuis believes the biggest culprit behind the team’s shortcomings is in their numbers; the nearest school is nearly doubled compared to those at Millis. However, while such is the case the Millis track athletes are passionate about the sport and recruit their friends. While this year’s numbers may be nothing in retrospect to other TVL schools, Millis’ numbers this spring are one of the best the team has had in some time. In addition to Frasca, who will be running the high and low hurdles as well as participating in the long and
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sure and made 11 saves in the team’s next game against Milford notching her first varsity win. “It’s a very tough position to put a young person in,� Burke said. “She had no experience whatsoever on the varsity level, and unfortunately, the way the planets all aligned she had no choice but to find out quickly.�
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Once Stearns gets back into the fold, the two keepers will split time in the Medway net, so neither has to endure the entire brunt of the TVL. Playing in front of Lapham and Stearns will be sophomore Maddie Grossman, junior captain Taylor Mills and Julia Dipillo. According to Burke, Grossman is as tough as nails and one that hardly ever comes off the field. She’s also a great talker while on the field.
Mills, a defensive wing, is not only the team’s defensive backbone, but the bulldog (as Burke calls her)taking on the opposition’s top scorer. Dipillo is another strong presence on the field and will do whatever is needed. Another positive influence is captain Corrie Brown, who was selected by her teammates to help lead the team.
The Millis High School track team makes do with a gravel track, no throwing circle for shot put or discus or a long jump pit. Despite lack of facilities, Freshman John Frasca was the only Massachusetts Freshman to qualify for the state meet.
high jumps this spring for Millis, senior captains Tim McKay and Zachary Maltinsky will be a few of the boys hoping to elevate the Mohawks to the next level. McKay qualified for the discus and Dupuis is expecting the same this spring as well as hoping he places in the league championship, while Maltinsky qualified in the 200 and will run the 100 and 200 as well as throw the discus. There were no qualifiers on the girl’s side last season, but there are a handful of athletes that the coach is looking to make an impact. Junior Kristina O’Connell, probably the best female athlete on the team, will throw the javelin and run the 200 and 400. Anna Doyle gives the Mohawks the flexibility in numerous events and freshman Greta Hoglund, the most improved athlete from the winter season, will throw the shot put. According to the coach, while for the most part the upper classman are the ones to watch, he’s rather excited about the younger athletes and what they may bring to the table in the future. “On the boys side, we have 19 sophomores this year. That’s incredible considering there are only about 40-45 in the entire school, I’m hoping some emerge,� Dupuis said. “Regarding the girls we have a bunch of seventh and eighth graders who run with the team, but can’t be considered in the scoring. We have three eighth graders and one seventh grader who are going to be tremendous once they get to the high school level.�
Coach Mary Burke knows the competition is fierce in the Tri-Valley League, but she's hoping to continue to build her young players' experience.
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Millis DI Heroes to Go Global this Month 5th Grade Team Wins at State, Raising Funds to Head to Finals in Knoxville, TN BY J.D. O’GARA Millis Destination ImagiNation’s 5th grade elementary team “DI Heroes” are heading to the “Olympics of the mind.” The seven team members topped the competition at their regional Destination ImagiNation (DI) competition and cinched second place at the Massachusetts State Tournament at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in March. The three girls, Ella Borst, Amelia Coutts, and Kendra Zarnofsky, and four boys, Will Bouret, Finn Day, Tommy DeMarzo and Colby Jones, will now head to the Global Finals, to be held in Knoxville, Tenn., at the University of Tennessee from May 22nd to 25th. Destination ImagiNation Inc., is devoted to helping kids gain practical life skills through interesting, entertaining and mind-boggling challenges. Each year, teams select one of five challenges to work on. All the challenges include a variety of opportunities to
learn by doing, but each has its own educational focus such as Mechanical Design, Scientific Exploration, Fine Arts, Improvisation, and Structural and Architectural Design. Children must design, produce and present all of their own work. In addition, they also take part in quick-thinking Instant Challenges.
This year, the “DI Heroes” chose the structure challenge, Twist-ORama, by building a structure that could survive a serious hit while holding weight. They also performed a skit with an unexpected “twist.” The boys took on the structure portion of the challenge. They learned from past experience. “Last year, and the year before, we had tried to make really big
structures, but that wasn’t really working,” says team member Will Bouret. “We had to get a better weight ratio, so we built a smaller one. We used bamboo, glue and fishing wire.” Will explains that the children were given a list of acceptable materials to use in the challenge. They were coached by Ben Jones.
The girls of the team, Ella Borst, Amelia Coutts and Kendra Zarnofsky, decided, at the beginning of the year, to take on the skit part of the challenge. They added an unexpected twist to a common theme. “We did a Batman and Robin theme, and it had to have a twist, says Ella. “so we decided to change it … Usually Catwoman would steal the money, but then we made the twist. It was really Robin who stole the money. The skit led you to believe Catwoman was the one who stole it.”
Millis Fifth Grader team “DI Heroes” are headed to Destination ImagiNation Global Finals in Knoxville, Tenn. later this month. They will hold several fundraisers to raise the $15,000 it will cost for the trip. From left, Will Bouret, Finn Day, Amelia Coutts, Kendra Zarnofsky, Ella Borst, Colby Jones and Tommy DeMarzo.
In Tennessee, the children will once again perform their skit and see how their “Twist” structure stands up to competition. They’ll also test their teamwork and ability to think on their feet with instant challenges. Their
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Obituaries James “Jim” anthony angelo, of Millis, died Saturday evening, March 23, 2013, at the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Boston after a lengthy illness. He was 86. Born in Dedham, the son of Antonio and Teresa (Vaccaro) Angelo, he was raised and educated in Dedham and attended Boston Trade School. Mr. Angelo had been a Master Pipefitter and member of the Teamsters Local 25 in Chelsea, was a Navy veteran having served in WWII and Korean War, and is survived by his wife of 54 years and longtime caregiver, Rita B. (O’Rourke) Angelo, his daughters, Kelly Anne Angelo of Millis and Theresa Kelly and her husband, Timothy of Medway, his sons, James Angelo and Mark Angelo both Millis, his grandson, Matthew Kelly and his sisters, Eva Dibona of Braintree, Palma Coccia of Mansfield and Florence Pellaggi and her husband, Domenic of Wareham. He was predeceased by his sisters, Mary DeVito and Pauline Cornelia and his brother, Domenic Angelo. Those who wish may make donations in his memory to the MACU at the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center, 1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131.
Please visit www.robertsmitchell.com for guestbook and further information. FranK P. conte, of Millis, died Wednesday afternoon, March 20, 2013, at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a lengthy illness. He was 66. The son of the late Patrick and Frances (Rubano) Conte, he was born in Brookline and later raised in Natick where he was raised and educated through his formative years, graduating from Natick High School. He attained a degree in History from Worcester State College and a Masters Degree in Educational Administration from Framingham State College. Mr. Conte taught Earth Sciences and I.P.S. at the Coolidge Junior High School in Natick, Natick High School and Wellesley Middle School. He was a Basketball Coach at the Coolidge School and a Varsity and Junior Varsity Soccer Coach at Natick High School and the Rivers Country Day School. He was a member of the Natick, the Wellesley and the Massachusetts Teachers Associations. From 1984 to 1990, Mr. Conte was the Branch Manager of the Boston
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area for Entertainment Publications and went on develop his own company, Gold Card Advertising which he operated through the mid 1990’s. Mr. Conte is survived by his wife of 44 years, Susan J. (Deer) Conte, his daughter, Jessica Lynne Conte of Framingham, his son, Matthew P. Conte of San Francisco, CA and his sister, Catherine Forman of Palm Desert, CA. He is also survived by his uncles, cousins and extended family. Those wishing may make donations in his memory to the Natick VNA, Attn: Development Office, 209 West Central St., Natick, MA 01760 or Massachusetts General Hospital, Development Office, 165 Cambridge St., Suite 600 Boston, MA 02114. Please visit www.roberts-mitchell.com for guestbook and further information. rita regina mary (schlaich) leontie, of Millis, died Sunday evening, March 17, 2013, at the Milford Regional Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was 89. Born in Boston, the daughter of the Joseph and Margaret (Doran) Schlaich, she graduated from Roslindale High School and had worked at State
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Please visit www.robertsmitchell.com for guestbook and further information. mary Katherine (lennon) rogers, age 72, of Millis, where she has been a resident since 1963, died unexpectedly on Friday, January 25th, 2013 at the MetroWest Medical Center in Natick. Born in Milton, the was the daughter of the late Thomas M. and Mary G. (Gunville) Lennon. Mary was educated in the Milton public school system graduating with the class of 1958. She was for many years the Office Administrator for Millis Plumbing Company, Inc. for over 33 years. A devoted mother and grandmother, she was a faithful communicant of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Millis, was a member of the Millis Belles, and traveled extensively with the Millis Senior Citizens. Devoted wife of the late David El-
Kenneth cushman, of Millis, died on December 7, 2012 at the VA Medical Center in West Roxbury. Born on February 21, 1947, he was the loving son of the late Kenneth L. and Winifred (Pollard) Cushman. Ken was a graduate of Millis High School class of 1965. After High School he joined the Air Force and served as a sergeant in the Vietnam War. After the war, Ken worked for Honeywell Corporation as an Electronics Technician. He was a life long member of the Paralyzed Veterans of America and a former member of the Millis AmVets. Ken is survived by his brothers, Kevin Cushman of Millis and Keith J. Cushman of Sarasota, FL, his sisters, Kathleen J. Tomkins of Redondo, CA, Kerry E. Cushman of Largo, FL, Karin M. Kosmenko of Wrentham and Kristin M. Cushman of Basalt, CO. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Those wishing may make memorial contributions in Ken’s name to: New England Shelter for Homeless Vets, 17 Court Street, Boston, MA 02108 Please visit robertsmitchell.com for guest book information.
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A devoted wife and mother she was a wonderful caregiver to her family, she had been envolved with the Millis Knightsmen and the school PTA.She was predeceased by her husband, Alek Leontie. Mrs. Leontie is survived by her daughters, Jean Riggs and Susan McKenney both of Millis, her son, Alek Leontie of Franklin, her sister, Katherine Savage of FL, her grandchildren, Alek, Jr., Kurt, Kristen and Peter Leontie, Brett and Brian Riggs and Michael McKenney and her great grandchildren, Zachary and Kelan Riggs.
lison Rogers, she leaves a son Michael D. Rogers and his wife Robyn of No. Attleboro and a daughter Cynthia E. Maeder and her husband Paul of Millis. She was the proud grandmother of Valerie, Victoria, Nicholas and James Rogers, and the late Courtney Maeder.
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MARKETPLACE ERA Key Realty Honors Joleen J. Rose ERA Key Realty Services recently honored Joleen J. Rose at the company’s annual meeting. Rose was the recipient of multiple awards including the ERA Leader’s Circle Award. To qualify for the Leaders’ Circle designation, ERA sales associates
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will be faced with many “issues”. Just like the day you are born, you are alone in the beginning. The first people you meet are family and friends. Don’t be afraid in real estate deals to run your general ideas by trusted and experienced family and friends for general guidance.
mission (AGC) in 2012. Associate or broker teams must have generated 97.5 total closed units or $300,000 in AGC to earn this designation. She was presented with additional company-wide awards based on her sales production in 2012. She was the #8 agent in the company for top units sold, #4 for sales volume, and #5 for the combined award of Top AllAround Agent. Rose commented that she is “thrilled to be part of the team at ERA Key Realty Services.”
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“Joleen is a top producing agent. She has achieved the Leader’s Circle designation for the past 9 years,” Millis Office Manager Janet Potts commented. “We are proud to have Joleen working with our team.”
Next, bring in professionals that will assist you throughout the process. The usual team will consist of these professionals.
Randi and Paul ask: “We have bought and sold real estate before, but always feel we are alone in dealing with the many “issues” we encounter. Any ideas on making it easier?” That’s one of the best questions I have ever received. Since buying or selling real estate is a “big deal” you are smart to know you
a Realtor (hopefully me) a lawyer a loan officer/ lender a home inspector When selecting any of the above, interview each one before you employ their services. Ask about their background, experience, and their availability. Ask what services they provide and what their fees are. Don’t be shy, as this is somewhat of a job interview. They will be working
for you and they should be pleased to provide the information. Having been in the real estate field for almost 40 years, I am often asked to recommend specific professionals. Since that could be construed as somewhat of a conflict-of- interest, I usually provide a list of professionals I have dealt with, and let my clients do the selecting. Yes, you may start out alone, but follow the above outline, and at the closing, you should feel confident with “your team.” For research on available homes and prices you are welcome to visit my web site cappyatmyhouse.com. 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.
e.r.a. Key realty services, 707 main st, millis cappyatmyhouse.com Information is for general purposes only always consult your attorney.
This year we celebrate our 50th year in business! We could not have done it without our loyal customers and clients. To show our gratitude we are having contests and events throughout the year with prizes This month is a trivia question for an event that happened in 1963. The winner will be drawn randomly on the last day of the May. The winning correct answer will receive a $75 Amazon.com gift certificate. To enter go to our Facebook page, like us and click the link for the contest. You may also email your response to paulrao@prudentialpage.com; provide your name, email address & answer. Your entry may also be mailed to Prudential Page Realty at 82 Holliston Street, Medway, MA 02053
On April 7th, 1963 this golfer donned the first of his record six green jackets after winning the 27th Masters at Augusta National Golf Club. He was 23 at the time. He would go on to become arguably the finest golfer in history. What is his name and what was his nickname?
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