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Spiritual Luminaries Will Light up the Town Common BY BELLA CAGGIANO
said. "It's very moving to see these candles and know that every one represents a person, prayer or event."
While the holiday season is typically an occasion of celebration, it is also a time for reflection, faith and an opportunity to help others. The Circle of Hope Foundation invites Norwood residents to light up the lives of Circle of Hope recipients and the Norwood Common by purchasing a luminary that will be lit on Saturday, December 7, beginning at 5 p.m. (rain date, Sunday, December 8). For the past 13 years, memorable luminaries have lit up the Town Common walkways and offered family members and friends a few moments in their hectic schedules to pause and remember loved ones while also assisting their neighbors in need. For a few hours this special evening, white lights and candles illuminate Norwood's gazebo granting a spiritual rest and almost mystical quiet within this typically bustling time
of year. The luminary bags are engraved with an individual name, message, prayer or date as a symbol of Life, Hope, the Season or in Remembrance of others.
This spiritual Norwood tradition is one three annual fundraisers sponsored by The Circle of Hope Foundation with all proceeds distributed into the Norwood community to support families who need assistance due to a catastrophic medical illness. Since its inception, the generous Norwood community, through the organization, have donated an impressive amount of $371,00 to needy local families and residents. The non-profit foundation was established in 1998 in memory of Norwood resident Michelle Kennedy, who suffered from
"When it's done, it is absolutely beautiful," Circle of Hope member Lee Kennedy
Norwood Honors One of Their Own BY BELLA CAGGIANO Norwood's flag flew at half mast and mourning bunting was displayed at the public safety building last month to pay tribute to retired firefighter Faye McDonough who passed away on September 28, 2013. Fiftyfive year old McDonough retired from the Norwood Fire Department in 2011 not only as an honorable local public servant and generous contributor, but also as an admired Massachusetts figure. McDonough made state history as the first woman firefighter in Massachusetts appointed by Civil Service in October, 1982. McDonough, a 1976 Norwood High School graduate, better known to Norwood students as Firefighter Faye, performed fire safety classes throughout the Norwood School system and continuously gave of herself through her generous charitable work throughout town. Her 59 badge num-
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leukemia. Norwood residents united during her battle, many who did not even know her personally and the Circle of Hope was established in her memory continuing that community spirit. "The people of Norwood who support us are the actual Circle of Hope," Kennedy said. "We do the fundraising and the people who support us allow us to do what we do." Last year, 1,700 luminary bags, the largest single contribution to date, were placed around Town Common commemorating loved ones and hundreds of volunteers and residents came together to reflect, reminisce and embrace their present, past and future. Participants can leisurely walk through the Common to find their personal message, and even those without bags take time to pay their respects to the community, maybe make a donation and absorb the peaceful surroundings of this magical night. "Every candle that is lit is helping someone in Norwood," Kennedy said. "You don't know
when you light that candle who you are helping."
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This year, the yearly fundraiser will include a special preview event before Luminary Night with a special screening of the classic holiday movie, the original Miracle on 34th St., with Natalie Wood, at 3 p.m., at the Norwood Theater. All proceeds from the showing, due to the generosity of the Norwood Theater, will also go toward the Circle of Hope Foundation. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children and seniors and can be purchased at the Civic Center.
ber follows a family tradition, originally worn by her father Charles, her brother Patrick and now proudly carried by her nephew Patrick.
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McDonough's services were held at Gillooly Funeral Home, in Nor-
wood with a Mass of Christian Burial, on October 4, at St. Catherine of Siena Church, in Norwood. She was laid to rest in Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Donations in McDonough's name may be made to The Hundred Club of Massachusetts, 17 Gloucester Street, Boston, MA 02115 or at www.100clubmass.org.
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An Organized List of Ingredients Needed for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving BY DEBBIE TREMBLAY, A.K.A. THE ORGANIZING GENIE Preparation is the number one key "ingredient" needed to eliminate the hassles out of planning any holiday event. Beginning today, there are certain preparations that you take to enjoy an organized and stress-free holiday season. This simple holiday guideline will allow you to have all the knowledge required to remain organized and stress-free throughout the holiday season, ensuring a memorable Thanksgiving for you and your family. A week or two before Thanksgiving: • Once you know how many people will be joining your festivities, type up a complete list of grocery items you will need, including beverages, vegetables, spices, desserts and baking goods. • Search through kitchen cabinets and check off any items you already have
• Create one cabinet shelf dedicated to all items needed to prepare the holiday meal. • With shopping list and coupons in hand, check your store flyers for specials and purchase all remaining items need to prepare your meal. Be sure to cross these items off your list as you purchase them. Avoid crowds by shopping in the morning or evenings. • Purchase a few holiday coloring books, crayons or toys to keep children entertained on Thanksgiving Day. • Prepare, label and freeze as many side dishes, breads, desserts and extra meals for overnight guests ahead of time. Place them on a designated shelf in your freezer. • Mark Your Calendars! November 15th is "Clean out your Fridge Day." De-clutter and clean your fridge to allow room for defrosting your turkey. Once the turkey goes in the oven, you will have a complete shelf ready for leftovers.
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Norwood's Holiday Extravaganza! What could be the perfect ending of a long weekend of filling stomachs and shopping carts? Norwood's Holiday Extravaganza, of course! On Sunday, December 1, the Town Common will be bustling with activity as residents kick off the holiday season in one of Norwood's favorite annual traditions. The afternoon will include hayrides, entertainment, arts & crafts, holiday readings, a parade, the tree lighting, and of course, a special visit from the grey bearded man himself! Block off the day for an event the entire family will enjoy and remember! Sunday, December 1 1:30-3:30 p.m. Face Painting, Holiday Crafts 2-4:30 p.m. Horse-Drawn Hayrides
2-3 p.m. Local Musical Choirs Perform 3 p.m. Reading of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" with Linda Rau 3:20 p.m. Reading of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" read by Selectwoman Helen Abdallah Donohue 3:35 p.m. Parade leaving Guild Square to Town Common 3:45 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus Turn on the Holiday Lights at Town Common This schedule is subject to change, however, long-time residents would agree that no town unites to celebrate like Norwood and this year's holiday celebration is sure to liven up the faces of all ages.
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Norwood Fire Department Connects with the Community The Norwood Fire Department's Annual Open House on October 12 was a great success with approximately 1,000 visitors attending to get a close-up view of the apparatus and screening demonstrations of fire hoses and the Jaws of Life. Free refreshments were also enjoyed, thanks to Dunkin Donuts and Papa Gino's.
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Food Drive Norwood Firefighters Local 1631 is now currently holding a food drive for the Norwood Food Pantry. Non-perishable food items will be collected at the fire station through November 20.
The Women's Community Committee Thrift Shop, located at 1091 Washington St., South Norwood, is holding its annual Christmas Sale on Saturday, November 30, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. New gift items, clothes, ornaments, decoration, games and toys are offered at great prices. Make the WCC, an all volunteer non-profit organization, the first stop for holiday gift buying. All proceeds are used to support local organizations.
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Miracle on 34th Street Get inspired with the magic of the holiday season with a special fundraising screening of the classic movie, Miracle on 34th St., with Natalie Wood, Saturday, December 7, at 5 p.m., at the Norwood Theater. This event will preview the Circle of Hope's touching Lu-
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Find Fresh Cut Trees at Deerfield Tree Farm For many local families, the choice is clear: Only a real and fresh tree will do for the holidays. Deerfield Tree Farm has the freshest trees anywhere. Set on 10 acres of land, you will find a true New England Tree Farm experience. When you come out to the farm you will find a wide variety of fir trees, Fraser, Balsam, Korean, and Concolor, along with several varieties of Spruce, all are available and cut from our field. Choose and Cut trees are first come first serve and there is no pre tagging. Choose and Cut trees sell out in about the first two weeks after Thanksgiving, so come early for best selection
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Letters to the Editor Norwood Day 2013 (our 11th) is now behind us and we will all remember it as a great day for the residents to come out and enjoy themselves. The weather was perfect and it reflected in the huge crowd we saw. As with any successful program, it takes a lot of work and planning to provide such an activity. I would like to thank our volunteers, without whose help and direction Norwood Day would not happen. The volunteers behind Norwood Day are Linda Berger, Paula Pelaggi, Lee Kennedy, Jean Taylor, Linda Rau, Ernie Paciorkowski, Howard Weinstein, Joe Greeley, Fran Harwood, Dan Burns, Dolores Elias, Martha Colamaria, Mike Lyons, Kevin McDonough and Brian McDonough. I would also like to thank the following Town Departments who put their best foot forward in making sure that Norwood Day was perfect: the DPW, the Light Department, the Police Department and the Fire Department, who were all very instrumental in making a day to remember. The School Department, as always, came through with our Parade, with all the Fall Sports Teams marching to the Norwood High School Band, and their involvement, always, makes you proud to be a resident of Norwood. Many thanks to our sponsors who helped make Norwood Day what it is; starting out with the Fireworks, sponsored by T.G.I. Friday’s and the Gallery Group, always a great night to start Norwood Day weekend off, and Dedham Savings who provided Radio Disney for the Fireworks- a great addition. On Norwood Day, itself, the Norwood Bank again provided the Kiddie Rides; Chestnut Hill Realty , the Entertainment Stage; Comcast, the Trolleys; Lustra Cleaners, the Taste of Norwood Food Tent; UTI, the Interactive Van; Dedham Savings, the Pony Rides; Republic Pipe, Porta-potties; Gillooley’s, Rock Climbing Wall and Central Jeep, Barnyard Babies. Lastly, I would like to thank the residents who came out to support Norwood Day and those youth, fraternal and civic groups who ARE Norwood.
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Norwood Art Association Stocking Stuffers Sale Give the gift of original art. Local artists from the Norwood Art Association (NAA) are offering their creative works, Saturday, November 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Custom Art Framing Gallery, 45 Central St., Norwood. These perfectly-sized, original treasures would make great stocking stuffers and grab gifts! The artwork on sale will be no larger
than 8 x 10 inches and includes all mediums, watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, and photography. Each piece will be offered at moderate prices and suitable for holiday gift giving. This is a new venture for the NAA. In past years they have held an annual fall exhibit and holiday sale at the Civic Center in Norwood.
The Spray Tan Spa at Salon Divoe We at Salon Divoe are excited to announce the opening of our new hand-held spray tan center. With the epidemic of skin cancer going around between the young and old, we decided to offer a safe and healthy alternative to tanning beds and the sun's UV rays. We have multiple rooms with extraction fans pulling excess solution away from our clients and into the overspray re-
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Anyone, from beginners to professionals is welcome to join the NAA for only $20 per year. To encourage young artists, the Association presents a scholarship to a graduating high school student who has shown outstanding artistic ability. For more information on the NAA or to join, visit www.norwoodartassociation.com
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Happy Birthday Minty Kuporatz! If you have played sports in Norwood, chances are you have experienced or heard about the talented coaching and positive influences of Minty Kuporatz. Even athletes who didn't play on any of his teams, have likely heard of his great legacy. Kuporatz is celebrating his 75th birthday this year and the town is invited to join in the celebration! The party will be held on Saturday, November 9, 1-4 p.m., at the Norwood Civic Center gymnasium. Drop by and wish him well!
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The Open Door BY SAMANTHA TINCLER The Open Door is a weekly community dinner that puts the emphasis on community. Held in the United Church of Norwood, at 595 Washington St., the dinner takes place from 5:30-6:30 p.m., every Wednesday, drawing guests from far and wide. Georgia Shaw and Marie Schuhmacher, the event’s chief organizers, head up a staff of volunteers who work hard to ensure that the event is open to all. The Open Door serves an average of 30-40 clients each week, though Shaw and Schuhmacher have seen as many as 60 guests at past dinners. The Open Door serves a vastly varied clientele of all ages, from many different locations. Georgia Shaw’s grandchildren, aged five and eight years old, frequently join the dinner, sitting alongside families with young children, and guests 80 years old or more. Some clients come from
as far as Jamaica Plain and Marshfield, and many, of course, locally from Norwood. The Open Door provides a hot dinner to anyone who needs one. The program is one of many in the area, and both Shaw and Schuhmacher recognize its importance. “Theoretically, you could get a free meal every night, which is re-
ally good, because that’s one free meal per day.” Shaw said. When it comes to the meals, Shaw, Schuhmacher and their fellow volunteers work hard to make sure that their clients are satisfied.
The event is served restaurant style. Guests are seated and served their food by volunteer wait staff. The meals change every week, and include varieties, such as Pastor Kevin Smith’s homemade chili, to mac ‘n cheese, casseroles, meatball subs, and more. The volunteers cook special meals for holidays such as Thanksgiving, and even have birthday celebrations on the first Wednesday of each month, complete with cake. The staff of The Open Door also strives to respect the dietary needs of their clientele, in ways such as serving all-beef hot dogs to respect those who can’t eat pork or providing soft foods for those unable to consume harder fare. All its volunteers have taken the time to get to know their clients well. The Open Door’s is entirely staffed by volunteers with anywhere from 12 to 20 volunteers at work on a given Wednesday night, including kitchen workers, servers, and cleaners. Many of the volunteers are members of the church, but many are also interested people from the
neighborhood, including those involved in community service work and others just looking for ways to help out. “Anyone interested in volunteering can come in and ask,” said Shaw. The program occasionally attracts larger groups who want to volunteer. This November, a local troop of Girl Scouts is scheduled to come in and lend a hand the week before Thanksgiving. The food served at The Open Door is provided primarily through donations, many of which come from nearby businesses, such as local car dealerships and The Old Country Buffet. Whole Foods Market in Dedham provides the program with a table of off-the-shelf donated food and supplies. Guests are welcome to take what they need, and the rest is sent to nearby food pantries. Local community members donate as well. One notable donor bakes deserts in her
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own home, providing The Open Table with a wealth of pastries, ranging from whoopie pies and cupcakes to pineapple upsidedown cake. Shaw and Schuhmacher make no small contribution, however, paying for many items out of their own pockets. The pair post a menu for upcoming weeks on a board outside the dining hall, which doubles as a list of necessary ingredients for upcoming meals, providing useful information for anyone looking to donate. The Open Door is open to all, and as Georgia Shaw and Marie Schuhmacher emphasize, anyone looking to help just has to come in and ask. The Open Door is located within the United Church of Norwood, 595 Washington St. Meals are served every Wednesday, 5:306:30 p.m. For more information or to donate, call 781-762-2589.
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Norwood Food Pantry in Need of Donations BY RENEE PLANT The Ecumenical CommunityFood Pantry of Norwood is in need of donations in several important categories, and is asking the community for help.
Given that the holiday season is approaching, Norwood Food Pantry’s publicity chair Jean Hall says donations are crucial to help families in need. “Gifts are very special and appreciated at this time,” Hall said. The food pantry opened its doors in 1989 to serve as a stepping stone for families in need. Currently, more than 300 families utilize the pantry’s services. The entire operation is run by a volunteer staff that
Those donating are reminded that items must be unopened and intact. Also, no expired food is accepted. Checks and cash donations can also be made out to the Ecumenical Community Food Pantry of Norwood and sent to: 150 Chapel St., Norwood., MA 02062.
Supplies are critically low for the following items - tuna, canned fruits and vegetables, canned pasta, baked beans and pasta sauce. In addition to the aforementioned items, the pantry is also in need of chunky-style soups. While many tomato and chicken noodle varieties line the shelves, more hearty soups that could make a full meal would be helpful. Additionally, cake and brownie mixes are needed, as many families are looking for something sweet in the time of holidays and celebration. Apart from food items, brown paper bags are sought after to allow individuals to carry the items home.
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Lastly, those interested in organizing their own food drives can arrange special drop offs outside of the normal Thursday and Saturday hours by contacting Executive Director Ruth Taegar at 781-769-0425. For further information and an updated list of needed supplies, please visit the Norwood Food Pantry’s Web site at w w w. n o r w o o d pantry.org. purchases food, stocks shelves, sort goods by expiration date and handles administrative duties. There are more than 100 volunteers on-hand at this time. Donations can be dropped off at the pantry, located at the rear entrance of Grace Episcopal Church, during donation hours, Thursday mornings 8:30-9:30 a.m. and Saturday mornings 7:30- 11 a.m. There is plentiful parking, and volunteers are available to assist in carrying in supplies. If one wishes to donate but cannot do so at the scheduled drop off times, additional locations include the Morrill Memorial Library, Hannaford’s Supermarket on Rte. 1A, Shaw’s on Nahatan Street and
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And so it begins, the holiday madness.
Who really cares that Fred doesn’t need and/or want yet another bottle of fancy schmancy smelly stuff? The fact is, he’s done-present bought, boxed and bowed. Time to move on.
Every year it starts earlier and earlier. The stores try to hide their merchandise on the top shelves. In the back corners covered in plastic. The giant tins of popcorn hit the ceiling, threatening to crush shoppers in the aisles. Who eats that much popcorn? And more importantly why would you want to? Boxed stacks of shaving cream, cologne combos that will be perfect for the hard to shop for Uncle Fred are waiting to be
Of course if you buy two the third is free. Of anything and everything. It doesn’t matter what it is. Candles, pencil sharpeners, light bulbs. Everything is on sale. ‘Tis the season. And we don’t need one-we need three. And right now! And who doesn’t want to get their shopping done within seconds after the thanksgiving bird has been stuffed in the fridge
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alongside the cranberry sauce? I have my flyer in hand, stores mapped out. Coffee cup ready to roll. Let the insanity start. Suddenly it hits me; when did I become one of the Christmas Shopping Crazies? I have become blinded by bargains forgetting the magic of what this season is really about. When I was a kid, going Christmas shopping with my mother was a special form of torturous hell. We’d take the elevator train into Boston where we’d spent a day picking out so many sweaters and sprays for aunties and uncles that when the day was through so was I.
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And I’ll tell you, those sweaters didn’t come without sweat. Some of those bargains involved elbows being thrown, and cashmere flying -when the prices were right and the lines were long There was, however, a very special Christmas light at the end of the long Basement lines. After being tortured dragging bags and boxes through the very crowded and now sadly closed Filene’s Basement, we’d go out for lunch at Jordan Marsh. It was tradition. It was, and still is, one of my favorite memories. We’d take the escalator to the top floor where an enormous fridge filled to the brim with every kind of cake and pie imaginable would ever so slowly rise up and met the eye. The waitress would seat us. We’d somehow manage to squish all our bags under the tables. I’d be given a menu to color on and some crayons. Our order would be placed, and then we’d wait. And wait.
He never broke his promise. During this holiday season, we should all look past the boxes and bargains. Forget about the cologne combos and embrace the magic of what this season is really about. A time to spend with family and friends making memories. The boxes and bows will eventually be thrown away. But the memories of the season, fun times with family will stay. Dawn C. Fitzgerald is a freelance writer. She’d love to hear from you at dawncfitz@yahoo.com
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Women: Living in the Sandwich Generation November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month CONTRIBUTED BY PHILIP SWAN, NORWOOD FINANCIAL SERVICES AT NORWOOD BANK At a time when your career is reaching a peak and you are looking ahead to your own retirement, you may find yourself in the position of having to help your children with college expenses or the financial challenges of young adulthood while at the same time looking after the needs of your aging parents. Squeezed in the middle, you're in the "sandwich generation"--a group loosely defined as people in their 40s to 60s who are "sandwiched" between caring for children and aging parents. The fact is, women are the ones who most often step into the care giving role.* As more women have children later in life and more parents live longer lives, the ranks of the sandwich generation are likely to grow in the years ahead. If you find yourself sandwiched between care-giving demands, here are some strategies to navigate this life phase. Setting priorities The day-to-day demands of caring for both an aging parent and children can put a tremendous strain—both emotional and financial--on the primary caregiver. This is especially true when adult siblings or family members don't agree on the best course of action for elder care, don't pitch in to do their share, or don't contribute enough financially to the cost of that care. The first thing to do is get yourself in the proper mindset. This life phase could last one or two years, or it could last many more. In any case, try to treat this stage as a marathon and pace yourself; you don't want to start sprinting right out of the gate and burn out too soon. Encourage open communication with your family to figure out ways to share the financial, emotional, and time burdens. Hold regular meetings to discuss issues, set priorities, and delegate tasks. Women are often conditioned to believe they have to "do it all," but there is no reason why adult siblings (if you have any) can't share at least some of the workload. It's important for caregivers to get
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might not be enough, and traveling to your parent's home can be expensive and difficult to manage with your work and family responsibilities.
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home health aide, who can check in on your parent during the week. Here are some things you should do: • Take inventory of your parent's assets and consolidate his or her financial accounts. • Get a current list of the medicines your parent takes and the doctors he or she sees. • Have your parent establish a durable power of attorney and
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• Establish a budget and stick to it. • Keep your debt under control. Consumer debt (i.e., car payments, credit cards) should account for no more than 20% of your take-home pay. • Invest in your own future by putting as much as you can into your retirement plan, and avoid raiding it to pay for your parent's care or your child's college education. • Don't quit your job before exploring other arrangements. If you need more time at home than vacation or personal days can provide, ask your employer if you can telecommute, flex your hours, reduce your hours temporarily, or take unpaid leave. Another option is to enroll your parent in an adult day-care program or hire a home health aide to fill the gaps. Some employers offer elder-care resource locators or other care giving support as an employee benefit, so make sure to check. Permanently leaving your job should be a last resort--time out of the workforce will reduce not only your earnings but possibly your Social Security benefit at retirement as well. Caring for your parents Talk to your parents about their financial resources. Do they have retirement income? Long- term care insurance? Do they own their home? Learn the whereabouts of all their documents and accounts, as well as the financial professionals and friends they rely on for advice and support. Much depends on whether your parent is living with you or out of town. If your parent lives a distance away, you'll have to monitor his or her welfare from afar--a challenging task. According to the National Institute on Aging, about 7 million Americans are long-distance caregivers. Though care giving can be a major stress on anyone, distance can magnify it— daily phone calls or video chats
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Living Healthy Can Physical Therapy Reverse Aging? 5. osteoporosis – This is a condition characterized by thinning bones that become brittle and prone to fractures. Physical therapy prescribed weight training exercises to increase bone density and improve muscle strength are a cornestone of prevention.
BY: JOHN VACOVEC, OWNER AND THERAPIST OF PHYSICAL THERAPY AND SPORTS REHAB., INC. The human body goes through a number of changes, as one grows older. A decline in muscle mass and bone density can lead to muscle fatigue and joint pain. It's common for seniors to experience a degree of fear and apprehension prior to exercise. There is good news. Seniors can remain physically active and lead happy, healthy and productive lives with the help of physical therapy. Exercise in a safe, controlled environment under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist goes a long way in improving quality of life. Although there are physical limitations associated with aging, the human body can always respond, adapt and grow stronger as long as it is challenged. Physical activity combined with healthy nutrition is important to maintain health and vitality for older individuals.
6. urinary incontinence – This is a rather embarrassing problem that may be associated with aging. Physical therapists can help by providing bladder training exercises that can help treat this problem. to joint pain and swelling, which can restrict movement. Physical therapy includes a variety of treatment options including hot and cold treatments, massages, and range of motion exercises. Splints and custom made orthotic devices can also help. 3. incidence of strokes – A stroke can significantly impact their quality of life. Mobility, speech, memory, and vision can be affected. An exercise program to improve mobility and independence is an essential component of stroke prevention and treatment. 4. onset of alzheimer’s disease – This is an irreversible conditon that can be associated with old age. It gets progressively worse once it starts. Physical therapists can help maintain the patient's quality of life by providing exercises to maintain strength and mobility.
Aging Gracefully A physical therapist can design an exercise program to help seniors deal with some of the consequences associated with aging, which include: 1. increased risk of falls – Falls can occur due to a loss in the body’s ability to maintain balance, posture, and equilibrium. A physical therapist can create an exercise program to improve muscle tone, strength, joint movement, and balance. This can prevent dangerous consequences like broken bones, allowing seniors to stay active and healthy. 2. Pain and discomfort of arthritis – Joint wear and tear can result in osteoarthritis. This leads
Physical Therapy is an Investment No one can escape the consequences of aging. However, every single person can plan ahead and maintain strength and mobility to age gracefully. The best way to stay active and healthy is to challenge the bones, joints and muscles in a controlled, progressive manner. That's why physical therapy is crucial for individuals of all ages, especially seniors. Remain positive, and ask your physical therapist about the right and the wrong way to exercise.
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Norwood Golf BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY After missing the tournament by one match last fall, the Norwood golf team was disappointed, but immediately set their sights on this year. “Finishing 5-7 last year was tough,” second year Norwood golf coach Jim Sweeney said. “We figured we’d have a good shot of making this year with all the returning starters we had coming back as well as the depth on our squad.” At the time of this writing, Norwood was 6-4 and only one win away from qualifying for a spot in
the state tournament with four matches remaining on their schedule. Leading the charge for the Mustangs on the golf course has been senior captain Walker Alexander, a four-year varsity golfer with two years of leadership. “Walker not only sets a good example for the younger golfers, but he takes his golf very seriously,” the coach said. “He’s basically an extension of myself on the course.” Although Alexander is the team’s top golfer with a 40.6 average, Mike Murphy is right on his heels for that number one spot. Murphy, who is currently swinging the clubs for Norwood as the team’s number two golfer, is percentage points behind Alexander shooting a 40.8 stroke average. According to the coach, on any given day either golfer could be in that number one spot; both know the game and make good decisions while on the course. Senior Mike Roy decided to take last fall off to play hockey after being on the golf team as a freshman and sophomore, but decided late into the summer that he was going to return for his senior campaign. “I got an e-mail in August that he was going to be coming back to the team,” Sweeney said. “When he got back on the golf course, it was like he never left and picked up right where he left off a year ago. We were both worried, but he got right back into the grove of things.” Following the top three golfers are Chris Ciriello, a junior, who has put forth yet another solid season in the fourth spot, Greg Stoney (5th), Jack McDonough (6th), Paul Gavin (7th) and David Saad (8th). More times than not this quartette finds itself playing in the top eight
Jack McDonough teeing off.
of matches, but on occasions, Sweeney sees something in practice from one of his remaining golfers. Sophomore’s Nick Naumann and Brian Curley are the alternates, while Andrew Millin, Derek Power, freshman Mike Saad and Andrew Bernazzani round out the Norwood squad.
Some of the team practicing while awaiting their turn to tee off.
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Norwood Swim BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY Norwood Swim Coach Kim Goodwin was ecstatic coming into this season, but unfortunately the Mustang’s have been hit with not only injuries, but other major contributors have played a major role the school’s play. Norwood has lost individuals such as the team’s top distance swimmer and captain in Jimmy Conley; sprinters Katherine Osborne and Emily Khirallah; Matt Piaceski and versatile and top scorer Charlotte Rivard. “Coaches can deal with one or two setbacks, but this is just crazy,” Goodwin said. “Luckily we’ve had people step up and keep us going in the right direction.” In the absence of many, senior Nick Gaetani has not only broken
the team record in the 200 individual medley but has remained undefeated in his sprint events. Senior captain Anthony Rodriquez, who swims in the more challenging events (100 butterfly and 200 individual medley) according to the coach, has also risen to the challenge. Rodriquez came to the pool ready to go as he posted personal bests in the first meet of the season. “Not only has he been swimming great, but he’s the president of the senior class, a role model that juggles activities while still producing in the water,” Goodwin said. One of the biggest areas of improvement this fall has been the Norwood diving team. In the past, the Mustangs have been hampered
in meets without a strong group of divers, but this season Goodwin was able to put three great divers on the board. Leading the divers is senior Kristen Folan, who is undefeated and has broken her own records four times so far this season. Folan brings with her a gymnastic background that has translated exceptionally well to diving. The other two divers helping to carry the Mustang load in the absence of their teammates are senior Mackenzie Begley and sophomore Emerson Kerns, a second year diver. All three have been instrumental in Norwood’s success, scoring in just about every meet they take part in.
Pictured: Kriston Foley in the middle of a dive.
In addition to the coach having to endure hardships throughout the season, the Mustang swimmers have also had to deal with setbacks.
their best each meet,” the Coach said. “Some of these kids are swimming in their first ever varsity meet. They’re working hard and doing a good job.”
“I, myself, have had family issues to deal with and the kids never really know who they’re going to get for a coach on any given day,” Goodwin said. “However, in my absence the captains (Rodriguez, Conley and Marguerite Lee) have really stepped up and have organized all the fundraising on their own.” While the play will come to a close and Goodwin will get some of her swimmers back, she will still be on the short end for at least another two weeks as four athletes will still be on the sidelines with their injuries.
Nick Gaetani in a great underwater shot
“It’s been a tough season with the issues we’ve had, but the kids continue to go out there and give it
As swimmers begin trickle back, Goodwin and her team are hoping to hang on and make it into the South Sectional’s, when they should have their full artillery of weapons.
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The Turkey Trot is a time-honored pre-holiday Norwood custom where adults, teenagers, kids and families "trot" their way through the familiar streets of their hometown. The four-mile route is both challenging and beautiful as it follows Nichols St. from the high school, loops around the Willett Pkwy. neighborhood and finishes with cheering crowds at Norwood High School. Not a runner? Join in the fun by grabbing a lawn chair and cheering on those admirable local athletes! Who knows, you may be so motivated, you'll find yourself soon training for next year!
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Breast in Show Walk a Huge Success! BY BELLA CAGGIANO The 1st Annual Breast in Show Walk was a huge success! On October 20, approximately 130 walkers, 80 dogs, and even a cat, strolled through the streets of Norwood to raise funds for breast cancer research. According to organizers Rebecca Collins and Meghan Terwilliger, owners of Norwood's Soggie Doggie, they were not only impressed with the quantity of participants but also with local donations. The duo would also like to extend their thanks to Giorgio's in Norwood Center for donating pizza and pasta for the event as well as Kaylee Greer, owner of Dog Breath Photography (www.dogbreathphoto.com) for do- The Soggie Owners, Rebecca Collins and Meghan Terwilliger. Photo credit: Dog Breath Photography nating her time to photographing the walk and Amy Dolan who created the pink dog logos. "Everyone kept telling us how much fun they had and that they hope we do this again With the impressive turnout of this year's next year," Terwilliger said. "We are hoping fundraiser, Collins and Terwilliger are hopefor this to become an annual thing! We had ful this family/animal friendly event will be perfect weather and an awesome turnout! a yearly experience.
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PET CORNER LOST PETS……Be Proactive! We have sadly been informed of many lost cats recently and will once again remind families to seriously consider and practice indoor cat ownership as the only option for your beloved cats. It appears in the Norwood Area that many predators and accidental mishaps have claimed the lives of way too many cats in the last few months and we urge families to take this seriously. Just like our human children, our four legged friends do not know what is best for them. We as caretakers do. On the occasion, an indoor cat too, gets outside. In either case you must be proactive to assure their safe return. Please assume your pet is scared and disoriented and is hiding as safely as possible. Assume this hiding spot is near by and do the following: Put food out at dawn and remove a little after dusk to discourage the night predators or scavengers to be drawn to your property. Always put out
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Calendar November 1 rummage sale Emmanuel Lutheran Church 24 Berwick St., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The sale features quality used clothing and accessories, jewelry, shoes and linens, etc. Admission is free. No early birds. library book sale Morrill Memorial Library, 1-4:45 p.m. Preview event for Friends of the Library only. middle school dance Norwood Civic Center, 7-9:30 p.m. Dance the night away with friends to the latest music! Norwood ID must be presented at the door. Cost is $5 per person. November 2 rummage sale Emmanuel Lutheran Church 24 Berwick St., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The sale features quality used clothing and accessories, jewelry, shoes and linens, etc. Admission is free. No early birds. library book sale Morrill Memorial Library 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Open to the general public. Buy some great books at amazing prices and support your local library! The british invasion Norwood Theater, 8 p.m. The British Invasion Tribute’s performance is three shows in one! It starts with iconic British classics, followed by memorable hits from artists, such as the Monkees and the Turtles and finishes with the Beatles! Tickets are $29 for adults, $26 for seniors and can be purchased at the box office, calling 781-551-9000 or online at norwoodstage.com. November 3 library book sale Morrill Memorial Library, 2-4:45 p.m. Open to the general public. Buy some great books at amazing prices and support your local library! musical sundays: an afternoon of harp music, Morrill Memorial Library, 3-4:30 p.m. Lizary Rodriguez Rios and five of her students will perform a variety of musical selections, including pieces from Spain, Latin America, Ireland, and the U.S. Sign up at the library reference or information desk or call 781769-0200 ,x110 or 222. November 5 First Thursday book discussion Morrill Memorial Library 10-11:30 a.m. The library book discussion group generally meets on the first Thursday of the month from October through December, and February through May. Due to scheduling conflicts, the first two meetings will not be held on the first Thursday of the month. The selection for this month is "The Gardner Heist" by Ulrich Boser. Registration is not required for this event.
Contact Margot Sullivan for more information. babysitter lessons Norwood Civic Center, 1-4 p.m. This babysitter lesson and safety training is an American Academy of Pediatrics course that covers how to handle the basics of infant and childcare, how to react responsibly to medical emergencies and injuries, perform common first aid and set up and run a babysitting business. Cost is $48 for residents, $58 for non residents. Sign up at the Civic Center. First Thursday book discussion Morrill Memorial Library, 7:30-9 p.m. The library book discussion group generally meets on the first Thursday of the month from October through December, and February through May. Due to scheduling conflicts, the first two meetings will not be held on the first Thursday of the month. The selection for this month is "The Gardner Heist" by Ulrich Boser. Registration is not required for this event. Contact Margot Sullivan for more information. November 6 memory loss vs. dementia lecture, Walpole Senior Center, 135 School St., Walpole, 1:30-2:30 p.m. WCVB-TV Chronicle co-anchor Mary Richardson will host a FREE discussion on understanding the difference between memory loss and dementia. She will be joined by Norwood Hospital Chief of Neurology Dr. Alan Kurland. Register to attend by calling the Walpole Senior Center at 508-668-3330. November 7 gary hylander: 'lincoln at gettysburg' Morrill Memorial Library, 7-8 p.m. Popular presidential historian Dr. Gary Hylander will return with another delightful presentation, "Lincoln at Gettysburg," to commemorate this year's sesquicentennial anniversary of the Gettysburg Address. Sign up for this fascinating lecture, funded by the Friends of the Library, at the Reference or Information Desk or call 781769-0200, x110 or 222. November 8 Patriotic rosary St. Catherine of Siena Church 547 Washington St., 12 noon Pray for the country and our veterans and join in the singing of favorite patriotic songs. November 9 minty kuporatz's 75th birthday celebration Norwood Civic Center Gym, 1-4 p.m. Wish beloved Norwood sports coach Minty Kuporatz a happy 75th birthday at this community birthday party! sister robert anne's cabaret class Norwood Theater, 8 p.m. When Dan Goggin realized that Sister Robert Anne had enough songs in
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Pizza dinner and juice provided. For kids in grades 1-5. Cost is $10 per child per night. Sign up at the Civic Center. November 16 earring workshop Morrill Memorial Library Make your own simple, elegant drop earrings--or a more artistic chandelierstyle earring--with local jewelry artisan Marty Khudairi. A kit including all materials and required tools will be provided at the workshop for a fee of $14 per person, paid to the instructor. Class size is limited to 25, ages 13 and up. Sign up at the library reference or information desk or call 781-7690200, x110 or 222. The aerosmith legacy show staring draw the line Norwood Theater, 8 p.m. This 90 minute chronology of Aerosmith’s career is hosted and narrated by Ray Tabano, Aerosmith's original guitarist! Draw The line performs the legendary album cuts and also includes period costumes, photos and video that take you back to the 70 s, 80 s 90 s and today. Tickets are $29 for adults and $26 for seniors and can be purchased at the box office, calling 781-551-9000 or online at norwoodstage.com. November 17 musical sundays: Tiger lily run Jazz Quartet, 3-4:30 p.m. The Musical Sundays fall series wraps up with the Tiger Lily Run Jazz Quartet, which will perform songs by Charlie Parker, Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, and Antonio Carlos Jobim. The quartet includes Boston area performers Barry Levine (alto sax), Susanna Fiore (piano), Jay Girill (bass) and Judy Katz-Levine (flute). Sign up at the library reference or information desk or call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222. November 19 Fall Film Fest: 'The best exotic marigold hotel', 6:30-9 p.m. The Tuesday night fall film fest featuring British female screen legends continues with "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" starring Judi Dench and Maggie Smith. Popcorn is donated by Regal Cinemas in Bellingham. Sign up at the library reference or information desk or call 781-769-
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Obituaries carroll, daniel Joseph, 38, of Norwood, Thursday, October 10. Born in Boston, March 20, 1975, he was the beloved son of Dennis Warren and Kathleen (Joy ) Carroll of Norwood. He graduated from St. Catherine of Siena School and Xaverian Brothers High School, Westwood. Dan was an avid fan of all Boston Sports and of the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He also loved R.E.M. and 50’s music. He was the loving brother of Anne and her husband Karl Reynolds of NY and Joy and her husband Enzo Dinaro of NM. Proud uncle and godfather of Hannah Joy Reynolds, dear cousin of Joanie DaCruz, cherished godson of David Joy and Donna Ellen Simone. Dan was predeceased by his grandparents, Warren and Clara Jean Carroll and Maurice Joseph and Elinor Joy and his uncle Peter Nathan Carroll. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 14, from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St. (Rte. 1A), Norwood, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, in St. Catherine of Siena
Church, 547 Washington St., Norwood. Burial was private, in Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Many thanks to the staff of Norwood Hospital whom Dan loved and who loved him back. In gratitude for the loving care of Hope Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, may be made to St. Catherine of Siena School, 249 Nahatan St., Norwood, MA 02062. Foley, mary lou (McGuff), longtime resident of Norwood, Friday, October 4. Beloved wife of James F. Foley, Jr. Loving mother of James F. Foley, III and his wife Denise of Wolcott, CT, Gerard T. Foley and his ex-wife Paula of Norwood, and David P. Foley and his wife Sheryl of Middleton, WI. Cherished grandmother of Ryan and Leah Foley, Lyndsey Foley Alyn, Heather Foley, and Madison and Makayla Foley, dear step-grandmother of John, Bryanna and Nicolas Houston; devoted sister of Elizabeth Curran and her late husband Joseph of Norwood, Patricia Hall and her husband Raymond of Harwich, Kathleen
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Kenney and her husband Thomas of Quincy, Sheila Barnett and her late husband John of Attleboro, Marcia Jenkins and her late husband Robert of Indio, CA and the late Thomas McGuff and his wife Irma, whom survives, of Somers, CT. She is also survived by her dear friend Pauline Alberghini and many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 9, from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street (Rte. 1A), Norwood, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 547 Washington Street, Norwood. Interment Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Memorial contributions in memory of Mary Lou Foley may be made to Catholic Charities, 169 Court St., Brockton, MA 02302. sullivan, andrea m. (Farrell), 59, of Norwood, Tuesday, October, 15. Born in Quincy, April 14, 1954, she was the daughter of Louise “Renee” (Ciampoli) Farrell of Canton and the late Richard Farrell. Andrea was a treasured special education teacher at the Callahan Elementary School in Norwood for the last 18 years and also taught adult
education classes in Norwood. Prior to that, she worked at Leland Hall in Franklin for several years. She was the beloved wife of Thomas Sullivan of Norwood, loving mother of Elizabeth Sullivan of South Boston, Christina Sullivan and her husband Thomas Pasquale of Medford, and Laura Sullivan of Newton. Dear sister of Linda and her husband Thomas Bernasconi of Bellingham, Brian Farrell and his wife, Ubon, of VA, and Stephen Farrell and his wife, Amy, of Peabody and the cherished aunt of several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 19, from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street (Rte. 1A), Norwood, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, in St. Catherine of Siena Church, 547 Washington Street, Norwood. Interment followed the Mass in Highland Cemetery, Norwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Andrea’s memory to the Callahan School PTA, 116 Garfield Ave., Norwood, MA 02062. vincenT, Joseph "Jay" of Norwood, surrounded by his loving family, October 1, 2013. Son of the late Joseph Vincent and Rowena (Washburn) and step-father, Captain Sidney Merrill. Jay was the beloved
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St. Catherine’s Hosts Xaverian Seniors in Christian Service Project Fourteen young men came from Xaverian Brothers High School (XHBS) to Saint Catherine’s (SCS) during the last marking term of their senior year to complete their Christian Senior Service Project – a mandatory responsibility prior to graduation. Each senior was assigned to a specific teacher and assisted them in the classrooms, directly interacting with the elementary school students. These seniors also assisted the middle school science teachers in setting up and judging the science fair projects for students in Grades 6-8. Out of the 14 students from XBHS, six of this year’s Senior Service Team were graduates from Saint Catherine’s. “Saint Catherine’s has people who care and really want to be there.” said Rob Degre, who is attending Providence College, remembering his time working with the kindergarten children making gingerbread houses. He appreciated that opportunity for older students to help with younger classmates. Why is SCS so special? Davis Barek from Dedham pointed out; “The fact that Saint Catherine’s is a catholic school and students
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“With all of the trouble out there, I definitely don’t feel I’d be in the same place in my life if it hadn’t started right here," Petrucci said.
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