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Our Most Wonderful Day of the Year: Norwood Day! Many may feel the summertime blues when Labor Day rolls around, but here in Norwood, that end of summer trademark can only mean one thing: the 12th Annual Norwood Day will soon be here! It’s a great scene to take in as downtown Norwood is transformed into a celebratory community festival filled with live, local entertainment, games, sporting events, kiddie rides, crafters, food bites from local restaurants, sidewalk sales, business and non-profit groups and town department displays.

The festivities are actually launched the evening before, Friday, September 12, with a fireworks display at the Coakley Middle School. Beginning at 6:30 p.m. and before the Norwood skies light up, however, Radio Disney will be there directing games, prizes and more! A roaming railroad will also be available with rides around the new walking path (don’t forget to bring your button for admission).

On Saturday, September 12, at 9:30 a.m., a parade kicks off the spectacular main event, beginning at the Morrill Memorial Library with the marching bands and fall sports teams from Norwood High School proudly strutting their school colors and (NHS) proudly entertaining spectators. The parade will end at the town gazebo where the NHS Spirit Club will identify the King and

Queen of the Court and the Ann Lydon Volunteer of the Year Award will be presented.

Immediately after the parade, the spectacular street carnival begins with approximately 200 booths of local retail merchants, community organizations, crafters, food vendors, sporting events, and much, much more. A stage at the Washington/Walpole Sts. intersection outside Conrad’s will stand as a periphery anchor with local bands and dance groups performing throughout the day while the town gazebo lawn will serve as the second anchor with the food tent, a petting zoo, pony rides and games.

Norwood Day is a true endorsement for the shared respect and commitment of its residential and business communities. To celebrate the strength of its collective loyalties, local restaurants will be offering samples of its diverse menus as a thank you for the continued patronage that has made Norwood the unofficial restaurant capital of the area.

Trolleys will also transport riders to noteworthy locations throughout town, including the police and fire stations and Norwood Airport where guests can enjoy a new display of WWII bombers.

The entire communal party will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and for just $3

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Kennedy Allstate Insurance – Doing Something that Matters nedy Agency, representing Allstate Insurance Company, at 74 Main Street (Gould’s Plaza) in Medway.

Kennedy looked at lots of business ventures before choosing to pursue representing Allstate. Not only did it made good financial sense, but also, she says, “Allstate does a lot in terms of support and training for their agents.”

“Ultimately, what brought me to this decision, was that I didn’t really feel like I was doing a job that mattered,” says Kennedy, who confesses she sought something more fulfilling.

Ellen Kennedy spent 25 years in corporate finance, but that’s not where her heart was. She toyed with the idea of opening her own business, and moreover, longed “to do something that was helping other people,” she says, “What’s more important than helping people protect their families?”

In July, she opened The Ken-

“I chose Medway, because I feel a connection to this area. I’ve lived here a long time,” says Kennedy, a married Holliston mother of two. She envisions becoming a trusted advisor to those in the area who recognize the importance of protecting not only their valuables, but also their families.

“I’m a small business owner,” says Kennedy, who stresses that although she has an appointment to sell Allstate products, she is not employed by Allstate. She

has free reign in terms of how she runs her business.

To begin with, Kennedy has partnered with an Allstate Exclusive Financial Specialist, Merideth Falconer, who offers customers a unique opportunity for a free financial review.

“She is just one of these very enthusiastic people, very easy to talk to, and she’s really knowledgeable,” says Kennedy. “She’ll consider what you have to spend and what you are trying to accomplish. The solution is different for each individual.”

Kennedy is also building a staff she feels bring their own unique style to her long-term business model. So far, she’s hired two sales producers, who also live locally. Currently, they are focusing much of their attention on educating consumers on the Allstate auto insurance product with its many discounts and other great features. The also offer life insurance, which provides an additional discount on auto.

“I give my staff the autonomy to find the right style that works

for them, rather than fit into a mold developed by a big corporation,” says Kennedy, who adds that she’s not necessarily seeking someone with an insurance background, but people who “can connect, build rapport and are trustworthy.”

Kennedy also plans to be an active community partner. The Kennedy Agency is already sponsoring Medway Youth Soccer, and the entrepreneur plans to join the Medway Business Council.

The former cheerleading coach, who also enjoys performing as a dancer in her free time, says community involvement is important to her family, active members of St. Mary’s Church in Holliston.

In the end, says Kennedy, “it’s about feeling good about what I’m doing every day.” In her former career, “I would wish the day away before it even started.

The example I was setting for my children was you can’t be successful and happy at the same.”

That higher mission drives Kennedy to sell the insurance people need, including offering life insurance, something people “often put on the back burner.”

Kennedy says she intends to stand by her clients, not just harness their business and then

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“Part of our business model is an annual insurance review,” says Kennedy. “Circumstances change. We want to make sure people are covered appropriately for their current situation.”

More than anything, Kennedy is interested in creating strong, lasting business relationships with her customers.

“I want them to know that we’re not just in the business of selling policies. We’re making sure that everything that’s important to them is adequately protected.”

The Kennedy Agency will hold an open house on Wednesday, September 10th, 5 – 7 p.m., giving local residents a chance to come in and meet her and the staff with a few light refreshments and a drawing of some sort.

“It will be a fun way to get to know us,” says Kennedy, who says that, at the end of the day, paying a few dollars more or less for insurance does not make the difference.

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Happy Birthday Fred!

Fred Holland Day was born in 1864; Happy 150th Birthday!

The town of Norwood owns bragging rights of preserving a home originally owned by a legend. Fred Holland Day, of Norwood, was born in 1863 and died in 1933 in the famous home, that can be found on 93 Day St. Day was famous for many things, from photography, to publishing, and was also a noted historian and philanthropist. He was known as being one of the pioneers of pictoralists, and also was famous for his male nudes.

He was also known to spend time with poor immigrant children in Boston, where he would tutor them. One of his most famous students ended up being Kahlil Gibran, who is famous for penning the famous book,

“The Prophet”. As if that wasn’t enough, he also co-founded and self financed his own publishing

firm, which ended up publishing around 100 titles.

Day attended the Chaucey school in Boston as a child. He was a large fan of John Keats and has one of the most particular and intensive collections

of his work, which can all be found at the Keats house. Day published two literary magazines with the help of friends, and is often called one of the most influential artistic photographers of the turn of the century.

The house itself is spectacular, being reinvented

by Day in the early 1890’s. The house has eight fireplaces, and original paintings and art, as well as unique rooms, all designed

by Day. Although Day’s talents were very spread out, many will recognize one of his more famous pieces, his self-portraits of the crucifixion of Christ, which was considered extremely controversial. His works can be found in many locations, but most recently, this past April, the MFA started showing an exhibit featuring Day’s “7 Last Words” and other photographs held by the Norwood Historical Society.

Norwood Circle of Hope Presents Oktoberfest The Norwood Circle of Hope Foundation invites everyone to Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 20, 7–11p.m., Olde Colonial Café, Norwood. Tickets are $25 and include appetizers, music from an authentic German Band and lots of fun. You can purchase tickets by calling 781.762.3549.

This is the Norwood Circle of Hope’s 16th year of “Neighbor helping Neighbor” with all funds raised used right here in Norwood to assist residents of our community who find them-

selves in need due to a catastrophic medical event. Since its founding in 1998 the Circle of Hope Foundation has provided over $450,000 in assistance to Norwood residents.

The Norwood Circle of Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization established to assist Norwood residents who need help due to a catastrophic medical occurrence. The foundation was established in 1998 in memory of Michelle Kennedy, a young Norwood resident, who suffered with leukemia. Dur-

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ing Michelle’s battle the entire Norwood community, many of whom did not know Michelle, joined together and it is in that spirit that the Norwood Circle of Hope Foundation plans to continue.

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The MFA also did an exhibit back in 2000/2001, which was a Day retrospective. The exhibit will stay up until February of 2015.

The Addison Gallery of American Art found at Phillips Academy in Andover, is also showing a Day exhibit.

The exhibit is called “Making a Presence: F. Holland Day in Artistic Photography. The show

includes 100 works, mixing both self-portraits and photographs, but also photographs of Day himself taken by other photographers. His work has also been shown at the Royal Photographic Society and the Fuller Museum of Art. The Day House/Museum is open seasonally for Sunday afternoon tours in the Fall and Spring. Tours are $5 per person.

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Tips for Staying Safe While Driving Massachusetts Highways

How to Protect Yourself from a Wrong-way Driver

Recent accidents on I-95 in the Norwood area amplify the need to be alert when traveling this and other stretches of highway throughout the state.

By Liz Taurasi Over the past year the number of accidents along the stretch of I-95 in the Norwood area has increased, and some to deadly levels. As a driver, what do you need to know to be safe while traveling this stretch of roadway safely?

Your best way to stay safe is to always remember to wear your seatbelt, don’t drive distracted and be alert at all times behind the wheel, according to Mary Maguire, director of public and legislative affairs for AAA of Southern New England.

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Over the past year there have been several accidents along I-95 in the Norwood area with deadly outcomes. Here are just a few: • On May 30, a wrong-way driver killed a woman traveling on I-95 in Norwood and injured five others in a multi-car crash which shut down the highway at rush hour. The accident occurred just after 4:30 p.m., on Rte. 95 South, at Exit 11 in Norwood. State Police at the time of the accident said the driver who caused the crash was traveling north on Rte. 95 when the vehicle crossed over the grass median and into the southbound travel lanes.

• Just four days earlier on May 25, a single car crash around 2:15 a.m., on Rte. 95 North, near Exit 11 in Canton took the life of one driver and injured several others.

• In the early morning hours of Jan. 1, 2014, a seven-car crash took the life of a Jamaica Plain woman and critically injured two others. That accident happened near the Neponset

Avenue Exit on Rte. 95 in Norwood. State Police said the accident was caused by a driver losing control of his vehicle, hitting the guardrail and then spinning toward oncoming traffic causing a chain reaction that led to more collisions.

defense against drunk, drowsy, and distracted driving,” Maguire said. “Don’t leave your driveway until all passengers are buckled up, and make sure little ones are properly restrained in child passenger safety and booster seats.”

• Last November, a couple from Wrentham were killed when their vehicle crashed and rolled over several times on I-95 in Norwood in the area of Exit 11B.

Don’t drive distracted - this includes texting, eating, changing the radio and more.

How can drivers stay safe?

Maguire, of AAA of Southern New England, says there are some important tips to staying safe when traveling.

Always wear your seatbelt—every trip, every time.

It’s the law, and most importantly, wearing a seat belt cuts your risk of dying in a crash almost in half, according to Maguire. She adds that drivers are 30 times more likely to be ejected from a vehicle if they are not buckled up. “Your seatbelt is your first and best

Maguire says texting is a triple threat, “it takes your eyes off the road, your hands off the wheel, and your mind off your driving,” Maguire said. “Remember that it is also illegal to read text messages while driving. I personally observe dozens of drivers blatantly reading their phones every day on the road.

This is illegal and dangerous.”

Maguire also says drivers should remember that eating, putting on makeup, changing the radio, and interacting with your kids/friends in the car are also potent distractions.

“Teens are particularly at risk.

AAA studies show crash risk increases with every additional teenager in a car,” Maguire said.

Norwood Retired Men’s Club Enters its 29th Season The Norwood Retired Men’s Club will be in its 29th season when meeting it resumes fron its summer break on Tuesday, September 9. The Club meets at the Norwood Elks, 152 Winslow Ave., every second Tuesday of the month, at 10:00 am. Coffee

and donuts are served before the meeting. All are welcome and there is plenty of parking.

there is no initiation or initiation fee. Just walk in and say “Hello.”

You don’t have to be a Norwood resident to join, but you must be 60 years of age or older and be retired or semi retired.

The dues are $10 per year and

The Club has two breakfast meetings a year and a Valentines Luncheon Dance in February.

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You are more likely to encounter a wrong-way driver late at night or in the early morning hours, Maguire said. If you find yourself in a situation facing a wrong way driver, AAA suggests you get off the road and over to the right hand shoulder as quickly as is safely possible.

Other tips include: • Use your headlights, which make you more visible in any situation.

• Drive in the middle or right hand lane. Many wrong-way drivers tend to use the right lane (which would be your left lane) because they are impaired and believe the right lane is the best place to avoid detection.

• Always scan the road ahead, not only the cars close to you.

This gives you more time to make your way to the shoulder of the road.

• Don’t drive distracted. The three seconds you spend looking at your phone could be the critical three seconds you need to spot a wrong way driver.

• As soon as you are in a safe place, call the police. Wrongway driving kills, so take the time to protect other motorists by alerting police.

winter. The men have a golf league, horseshoe league and a bocce league. Golf is played at the Norwood Country Club on Thursday mornings with scheduled tee times. Horseshoes are played at the Elks pits on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 a.m.

The new Bocce league plays at the Senior Center courts on Wednesdays, at 9:30 a.m. You must be a paid up member to join a league. Every league would welcome new members.

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Rep. Rogers Faces Republican Challenger Dr. Timothy Hempton in Upcoming Election Both candidates are running unopposed in the September primary

By Liz Taurasi State Representative John H. Rogers is facing a Republican challenger in the November election.

Walpole Republication and first-time candidate Dr. Timothy Hempton has put his hat in the ring for the seat, and has been actively campaigning for the 12th Norfolk District seat.

Both Rogers and Hampton are running unopposed in the September 9 primary.

Hempton, a small business owner, says he’s running because it’s time for a change and it’s important to have competition in local and statewide races. He has called Walpole home since 1995.

“Competition is a good thing,” Hempton said. “It’s what made this country strong.”

Rogers agrees saying he, too, prefers his constituents have a choice going into an election.

“Although this seat has been contested almost every other election cycle since 1992, I

personally prefer that the people of Norwood have a choice between candidates to determine who will do a better job for them,” Rogers says.

Hempton, a periodontist operating a private practice since 1994, said he was motivated to run because he was really tired of how things are handled in state government and he wants there to be competition in the race. “Without it, everybody just keeps moving along,” Hempton said.

“I’ve had it,” he adds. “At the very least, whatever happens I can make a statement. I get it-this is Massachusetts where incumbents always win. It’s a state where democrats have had control since forever and occasionally we have a republican governor. I get that. At least I can say we can try.”

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This isn’t the first time Rogers will face a Republican opponent. Most recently, in 2012, Republican candidate James Stanton faced off against Rogers in that election taking 60.7% of the vote to Stanton’s 39.3%.

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A lifelong Norwood resident, Rogers was first sworn into office in 1993 by then Governor William Weld. In the last 12 election cycles, the 12th Norfolk seat has featured a contested General Election 42% of the time and a contested Primary

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“I strongly believe that when the People go to vote they will pick the candidate with the most experience and know-how to deliver for them, their families, and their community,” Rogers said. “My breadth of experience and knowledge of the legislative and budgetary process has consistently rendered a proven track record of accomplishment for the People of Norwood.”

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Norwood Day 2014!

September 13, 2014 Friday September 12 Coakley Middle School 6:30 p.m. - Radio Disney offering games and prizes and roaming railroad 8 p.m. - Spectacular Fireworks Display

Saturday, September 13 9:30 a.m. - Norwood Day Parade begins at Morrill Memorial Library and runs through

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for a Norwood Day button ($5 the day of the event), entrance and participation is free to all events. Buttons can be purchased at Town Hall, the Civic Center, Senior Center and the Morrill Memorial Library.

“The whole theory behind it is that you buy a button for three dollars and you get into all these things for free,” Recreation Directory Gerry Miller said. “We make it as inexpensive as possible and it works out well.”

Local business sponsors contribute greatly financially to make this day a success

and also deserve recognition and future patronage from Norwood residents: Dedham Savings, The Gallery Automotive Group, Furlongs Candies, Norwood Bank, Comcast,

Chestnut Hill Realty, Lustra Cleaners, Ellis Nursing Home, Central Jeep, Republic Pipe, Gillooly Funeral Home and Santander Bank. At press time, sponsors were still coming forward to contribute to the residential and town tribute.

According to Miller, last year’s event attracted approximately 15,000 residents.

Norwood Day has become a valuable opportunity for local organizations and merchants to meet their neighbors and celebrate the spirit of the town’s communal and philanthropic ideas and values. Buy a button and join in the fun and celebrations!

Health Screenings The Norwood Lions Club will be conducting health screenings at Norwood Day, as it hosts the Massachusetts District 33K Lions Eyemobile. Inside the Eyemobile, the public will be able to have their vision, hearingand blood pressure tested. This service is free of charge.

Club members will be available to answer questions about the services that Lions Club International, and especially the Norwood club, provide. They will also be collecting old eyeglasses for recycling and doing minor eyeglass repair work. The Eyemobile will be located on Cottage Street, across from the Norwood Theater.

The Lions Club in Norwood has been working for the prevention and treatment of blindness for 73 years. Residents and business persons in Norwood and Dedham, who want to learn more about the club, are encouraged stop at their table or visit their website at w ww.norwoodmalions.com.

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Meet Marilyn: Marilyn has that distinguished beauty mark we associate with the famous Marilyn Monroe, hence her name. Our Marilyn is truly special and she deserves a new forever home. She is a spayed young kitty who was rescued from a family who came from a cultural background where spaying family cats was not practiced. As a result Marilyn like so many other kitties was surrendered pregnant at a very young age. Marilyn was one of the lucky ones as we had a person who could foster her and now she has weaned her kittens and has been spayed. She is very friendly, has lots of character, would be good with children and other pets.

Her personality is very welcoming and if she were human she would be a comic or actress, ironically, as she aims to entertain.

ALL ANIMAL LOVERS STOP BY OUR BOOTH directly in front of Perks for Norwood Day, September 13th- enjoy ice cream, take home a toy for your pet and check out our amazing array of pet costumes! See our photo’s of our current adoptable cats too!

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Please obtain and submit your non-commitment application by visiting us at www.baystateanimals.org and we will make an appointment for your family to meet Marilyn at Petco in Norwood.

We have many kittens and other wonderful cats at our adoption center and in foster care. See our adoptable pets on petfinder. You can access our specific adoptable pets through our website and select the petfinder link then apply or send

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New Jewelry Store Opens in Downtown Chelala Jewelry and Gifts, 696 Washington Street, Norwood, has announced they will be opening their doors the first week in September taking over the space that was formerly Hill Jewelers. Chelala Jewelry and Gifts is owed by the Chelala family who has made Norwood their home for over 27 years.

Philippe Chelala and his wife Pascale, a gemologist, will be running the store. The family also owns Keystone Jewelers which is in the Walpole Mall and prior to that had been located in the Dedham Mall.

The Chelalas have been in the jewelry business for almost 20 years.

minute to pick up a birthday or anniversary gift, the store will offer lower priced items along with the more expensive gems.

Chelala Jewelry and Gifts will carry many popular items like San Francisco Music Boxes, Wind and Fire expandable bracelets, Cape Cod Jewelry, Bulova Clocks and Watches and religious jewelry. They will also carry the Chamilia line of interchangeable jewelry which includes a variety of beads that you can mix and match for bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Additionally, they will

With this new store, the family’s goal is to create a mix of a high end jewelry store, where you would go to purchase a high quality piece of jewelry for that special occasion, like an engagement ring or anniversary gift, with a gift shop.

Hoping to attract shoppers who have a specific purchase in mind along with those who may just need a hostess gift or who waited until the last

offer the popular Swarovski line which includes crystal, jewelry, figurines, ornaments, watches, home accessories and fashion accessories. In addition to the wide assortment of gifts, Chelala offers custom made jewelry and can alter a piece you already own.

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Chelala Jewelry & Gifts is located at 696 Washington Street, Norwood right across from Bank of America. They will be open 10am-6pm Monday through Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm and closed on Sundays. You can reach them at 781-352-4005 or www.chelalajewelers.com (though the site is currently under construction).

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NATURE CALLS Not Just another Ugly Face

By Amy Beaumont Butterflies are certainly beautiful to look at and get a lot of attention - and countless articles and stories feature them all the time, but this month we’ll dedicate some ink to the butterfly’s ugly cousin - the hummingbird hawk-moth. Homely as they are interesting, hummingbird moths will grab your attention due to their hummingbird-like similarities. They hover and feed like hummingbirds, and also sip nectar from most of the same flowers. Worldwide, there’s around 1200 different species, with about 125 here in the United States. There are several other names for these guys including, hawk moths, sphinx moths, clearwing moths and bee hawk moths. Like butterflies, they go through the caterpillar stage, during which phase they are called hornworms. Fortunately, they aren’t nearly as fast as hummingbirds, so chances are if one comes your way you’ll have a good opportunity to check it out. Since humming-

bird moths move much slower than hummingbirds and are not shy, it was fairly easy getting this shot. Those seeing one for the first time are usually quick to let out a ‘What the hell is that’ remark, as they are weird looking. The major differences between the two creatures will help nature lovers figure out what they’re looking at: Hummingbird moths don’t have a bill, but just a tongue which is curled up when they aren’t feeding.

Hummingbird moths have six legs - hummingbirds have 2.

Hummingbird moths are smaller - about 1 or 2 inches; hummingbirds are 3 to 4 inches.

Hummingbird moths have oversized antennae on their heads, hummingbirds do not.

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is hummingbirds are diurnal (active during the day), while hummingbird moths are mainly nocturnal - but some do feed during the day. Late afternoon is when I spotted this one, and it hung around long enough for a whole bunch of shots.

Oddly enough, this particular shot shows the tongue of this guy coming out the end of the

white petunia he’s sipping from.

He may have missed his mark while trying to keep an eye on the paparazzi. Either way, we both found success. I also come away knowing there’s more to the hummingbird moth than just

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A Passion for Dahlias

By Donna Lane Did you know that there are 20 different forms of dahlias? Or that they come in 15 different colors in varying hues–everything but blue? Or that they range in size from under 2 inches to over 10 inches in diameter?

I never imagined I’d get so excited over a single genus of flowers, but 40 years after my introduction to dahlias, Raeann’s Peach – Single dahlia, dark I grow over 125 varieties, blend of orange and red. give presentations about them throughout New Engbridized–mostly by bees, but land, and judge them at shows also by curious botanists who throughout the region. And it all discovered that the reason so started because my boss gave many variations of form, size me a plant of Park Princess, a and color are possible is that pretty little pink cactus dahlia. dahlias are octoploids. That means they have eight complete The simplest form of this sets of chromosomes in a single beautiful and versatile flower cell, unlike most other flowers was discovered in the 1570s by Francisco Hernandez, a natural- that have only two. ist and physician to King Philip Being neither a botanist nor a II of Spain who sent him on a hybridizer, the primary reason 7-year expedition to study the I grow dahlias is because I love Aztec people in what is now the flower in all of its forms. It Mexico. is relatively easy to grow and it’s one of the few flowers that Over the years, additional produce blooms consistently in cultivars (varieties) were hy-

the heat of summer until killed by frost. But growing dahlias isn’t for everyone. It is a bit of work to dig, divide and store them each year, but to my mind dahlias are totally worth the extra effort.

Other folks in Norwood agree. Take Terri Spencer, for example. An interior designer and friend that I met through the Norwood Evening Garden Club nearly 18 years ago, Terri’s dahlia garden has expanded over the years from a dozen plants to nearly 100 this year. This busy gal says, “Every year I tell myself to cut back and the next year I ignore what I said the year before, and in May I start pounding in the stakes. I do this because I know that in just two weekends of work, I’ll have a forest of flowers outside my window from July to frost.”

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me, Terri says “it’s impossible to choose a favorite.”

A close friend of Terri’s was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer. “Her small bucket list included planting dahlias with me this spring,” she said. “I couldn’t understand why someone who could barely walk and who had so little time would choose this activity, but of course I said yes.

She arrived, we talked about life, death, and dahlias as she pored through my Encyclopedia of Dahlias, jotting down her favorites. We potted up My Joy and Gallery Art Deco for her to take home. Five weeks later she died. ‘Dahlia Day’ was her last real activity. For her upcoming memorial service, every dahlia in my forest will be there with her.”

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Following is a photo of a small piece of Terri Spencer’s dahlia garden.

For Terri, growing dahlias never gets boring because there are thousands of varieties from which to choose. She also finds great joy in sharing bouquets and excess tubers with friends and family.

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Dorothy Vitale to Retire

By Donna Lane

The lunch program stops when the students begin summer break, so Dorothy also started Tuesday night suppers from July through September. On those evenings, Dorothy says she and the staff prepare suppers for 75 people.

After seven years of serving the needs of older adults, Dorothy Vitale, Director of the Norwood Senior Center, is retiring on September 5 and relocating to Tucson, Arizona to be closer to her family.

In her last letter for the Center’s newsletter, Dorothy writes: “My time here at the Norwood Senior Center has been very rewarding … it has been my privilege to know you and to serve as your Director.”

One of her proudest accomplishments during her tenure is the Center’s intergenerational lunch program. When Dorothy accepted the position of director, the Community Center was just breaking ground for its new wing, which would house a large, commercial kitchen. She was able to help plan for the use of these facilities. Working with the Phoenix School’s Culinary Arts Program and Chef Andrew Bevilacqua, she implemented a program that benefits both seniors and students.

The students, under the tutelage of Chef Andrew, make lunch each day in the kitchen of the Senior Center and serve the meals to seniors Monday through Friday as well as provide food for special events hosted by the Norwood Senior Center. Students use the USDA’s recommended daily allowance (RDA) guidelines for all meals that they prepare.

“The students get real-world experience and the seniors get a delicious and nutritious lunch – it’s win-win for everyone,” Vitale said.

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This petite, trim woman is the poster child for physical fitness. She loves exercising and has brought her fitness, what she calls “healthy aging,” to the Center.

State-of-the-art exercise equipment including a treadmill, recumbent bike and elliptical machine are available in the exercise room. And, there are 16 exercise classes offered at the Center, which are led by four certified trainers. But exercise is only one part of the “healthy aging” equation. According to Dorothy, it also includes good eating habits and socialization.

When asked what she will miss most about her job, this self-professed workaholic stated: “The people who enter these doors have all touched my life,” Vitale said. “And, although I am excited to have the opportunity to move closer to my daughters and grandchildren, I’m also saddened to say goodbye to these very special people who I have come to know and love over the years. In retirement, there’s always a loss. But,

as I embark on this new chapter of my life, I take this wonderful experience with me, as well as a deeper respect for the aging population.”

With her interest in hospice and home health care, it is likely that this energetic lady will share her time and talents not only with her family but, over time, with the elder Arizona community.

Donna Lane is a Norwoodbased writer, lecturer and designer. You can reach her at addictedgardener@verizon.net.

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Retirement Myths and Realities Contributed by Philip Swan, Norwood Financial Services at Norwood Bank

We all have some preconceived notions about what retirement will be like. But how do those notions compare with the reality of retirement? Here are four common retirement myths to consider.

1. My retirement won’t last th at long The good news is that we’re living longer lives. The bad news is that this generally translates into a longer period of time that you’ll need your retirement income to last. Life expectancy for individuals who reach age 65 has been steadily increasing. Accord-

ing to the National Center for Health Statistics, life expectancy for older individuals improved mainly in the latter half of the 20th century, due largely to advances in medicine, better access to health care, and healthier lifestyles. Someone reaching age 65 in 1950 could expect to live approximately 14 years longer

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(until about age 79), while the average 65-year-old American today can expect to live about another 19 years (to age 84) (Source: National Vital Statistics Report, Volume 61, Number 4, May 2013). So when considering how much retirement income you’ll need, it’s not unreasonable to plan for a retirement that will last for 25 years or more.

2. I’ll spend less money after I retire Consider this--Do you spend more money on days you’re working or on days you’re not working? One of the biggest retirement planning mistakes you can make is to underestimate the amount you’ll spend in retirement. One often hears that you’ll need 70% to 80% of your preretirement income after you retire. However, depending on your lifestyle and individual circumstances, it’s not inconceivable that you may need to replace 100% or more of your preretirement income.

In order to estimate how much you’ll need to accumulate, you need to estimate the expenses you’re likely to incur in retirement. Do you intend to travel?

Will your mortgage be paid off? Might you have significant health-care expenses not covered by insurance or Medicare? Try thinking about your current expenses and how they might change between now and the time you retire.

3. Medicare will pay all my medical bills You may presume that when you reach age 65, Medicare will cover most health-care costs.

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But Medicare doesn’t cover everything. Examples of services generally not covered by traditional Medicare include most chiropractic, dental, and vision care. And don’t forget the cost of long-term care--Medicare doesn’t pay for custodial (nonskilled) long-term care services, and Medicaid pays only if you and your spouse meet certain income and asset criteria. Without proper planning, health-care costs can sap retirement income in a hurry, leaving you financially strapped.

Plus there’s the cost of the Medicare coverage itself. While Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) is free for most Americans, you’ll pay at least $104.90 each month in 2014 if you choose Medicare Part B (medical insurance), plus an average of $31 per month if you also want Medicare Part D (prescription coverage).

September 1, 2014 In addition, there are co-pays and deductibles to consider--unless you pay an additional premium for a Medigap policy that covers all or some of those out-of-pocket expenses. (As an alternative to traditional Medicare, you can enroll in a Medicare Advantage (Part C) managed care plan; costs and coverages vary.)

4. I’ll use my newfound leisure hours to ______ (fill in the blank) According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2012 American Time Use Survey, retirees age 65 and older spent an average of 8 hours per day in leisure activities. (Leisure activities include sports, reading, watching television, socializing, relaxing and thinking, playing cards, using the computer, and attending arts, entertainment, and cultural events.) This compares to an average of 5.4 hours per day for those age 65 and older who were still working.

So how did retirees use their additional 2.6 hours of leisure time? Well, they spent most of it (1.6 hours) watching television.

In fact, according to the survey, retirees actually spent 4.5 of their total 8 leisure hours per day watching TV. And despite the fact that many workers cite a desire to travel when they retire, retirees actually spent only 18 more minutes, on average, per day than their working counterparts engaged in “other leisure activities,” which includes travel.

If you haven’t started your retirement planning process yet, now would be a great time.

Working with a financial planning professional can help guide you through the process.

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Norwood Bank Charitable Foundation Donates $4,000 to Norwood Meals on Wheels Norwood Bank Vice President Nancy Folan presented a $4,000 donation on behalf of the Norwood Bank Charitable Foundation to Lisa Drummey, Program Director of Norwood Meals on Wheels, Inc. A volunteer appreciation luncheon was held at the Ellis Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the program’s volunteers in recognition of their time and service.

“We are so grateful to Norwood Bank for their generous donation and for their employee volunteer program.” Drummey said. The donation will help our program stay solvent and the bank volunteer program, coordinated by Nancy Folan, allows employees to volunteer during their workday to prepare and distribute meals to our recipients. We can always count

on Norwood Bank. Thank you so much.”

Many volunteer packers and drivers help to keep the program running. For additional information on volunteer opportunities, contact the Norwood Meals on Wheels at 781-7699061.

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LIVING HEALTHY Falling, Balance and Physical Therapy Contributed by John Vacovec, Physical Therapist and CEO of Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, Inc. Falling is a common problem amongst the elderly, and it can result in serious injury. It is estimated that one in every three adults aged 65 and older suffer from a fall every year.

Fall related injuries range from hip fractures to head trauma. After a fall, patients experience a significant loss of confidence and a fear of falling when walking unaided. Recovery from a fall involves physical as well as psychological elements. It is important for the patient to seek physical therapy for treatment and fall prevention.

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Visual problems, muscle weakness and low blood pressure can cause a loss of balance, which leads to a fall. Other reasons include conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and other conditions that affect the nerves.

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A physical therapist is trained to help individuals improve balance between muscle groups and increase joint stability. The physical therapist will begin with a detailed neuromuscular assessment to identify muscle imbalances and integrity of the nervous system.

The physical therapist will conduct different tests to determine your sense of balance as you sit, stand and walk. The speed and the stability with which you walk are also evaluated. This becomes the foundation for a balance program, in

portant aspect of fall treatment and prevention. For starters, a physical therapist will assess your footwear and the safety of your home to eliminate factors that could result in an inadvertent fall.

Your therapist will use several techniques including core stabilization exercises and manual therapy to improve balance and stability.

Your bodyweight is an excellent source of resistance for your muscles. The therapist will challenge your sense of balance in a controlled environment by shifting your center of gravity. This activates important muscle groups in the neck, trunk, abdomen and hip muscles.

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7 Strategies to Organize and Simplify Your Family’s Back To School Morning Routine

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Arise before the mad morning dash begins. I admit, when my children were younger, I sacrificed my sleep time to wake up first to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and prepare for my day in peace. This bit of “me” time helped me feel relaxed as my children woke up, allowing me to help them prepare for their busy day without added frustration. It might be the only bit of “me” time you can sneak in throughout the rest of the day.

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Plan breakfast and lunch in advance. Planning out your family lunches the night before allows you the time to prepare healthier food choices for both you and your family. Once prepared, store them in a designated area in your fridge for children to easily grab on their way out the next day.

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Establish a designated “review” folder, tray or basket for school paperwork. On a daily basis, have each child unload any school homework, paperwork or forms which require your attention in their special spot immediately after school.

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Prepare for launch. Create an established zone or, as Professional Organizers call it, a “launching pad” of items your family will need to grab as they head out the door.

For instance, I have a mini bookcase with four shelves located at our side door. On top, I have a basket that contains my keys, sunglasses and cell phone.

There are a few hooks attached to the side for other family members to hang their keys on as well. Each family member has their own shelf to hold any special paperwork, purses, hats, gloves, books, work shoes or whatever they might need to get out the door quickly. When my children were in school, they would also place their backpacks in this area. Having everything we needed within reach helped us to launch our day on a happy note.

What’s for dinner? With all the daily “to do’s” piled high on your plate, the last thing you should have to worry about before heading off to work is trying to figure out what you will make for dinner.

Every weekend, gather the family around to plan out a week’s worth of dinner suggestions for the upcoming week.

Creating a weekly menu planner will allow you to purchase all the ingredients needed in advance and ensure you have everything needed to prepare a home cooked meal after a long day of work.

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Visit Norwood’s Town Common and purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and goods made from local vendors.

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Visit Norwood’s Town Common State Primary Election fundraiser with appetizers and music Now offered in September and and purchase fresh fruits, vegetables Stitch Therapy Polls open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. from an authentic German band. and goods made from local vendors. May, residents can recycle materials Morrill Memorial Library 6:30 p.m.

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Norwood Retired Men’s Club household items, to items from the forms of entertainment and free joyable and informal monthly gathNorwood Elks, 152 Winslow Ave., workbench, garage, batteries, refrigactivities and often booths from local Norwood Arena: The Movie ering in the Trustees’ Room. Bring 10 a.m. erant appliances ($10), to propane organizations.

Norwood Theatre, 109 Central St., your project to work on or motivate You don’t have to be a Norwood tanks ($5), to TVs and monitors 8 p.m. resident but you must be 60 years of yourself to start or learn a new craft ($10), to electronics, tires ($3, $5 or September 24 This feature-length documentary by watching others. Sign up at the age or older and be retired or semi $20) to Styrofoam. Document shredis the world premiere that reveals library reference or information desk Senior College Planning Night retired. The dues are $10.00 yearly ding will also be available, $5 per the surprising connection between Norwood High School Auditorium, and there is no initiation or initiation or call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222. banker size box, the Norwood Arena Speedway and 6:30 p.m. fee. Just walk in and say “Hello.”

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This film was produced by Norwood invited for a presentation on the Norwood Theatre, 109 Central St. This class will explore all aspects Norwood Farmer’s Market natives Jerry Kelleher and Brendan college application and admission 8 p.m. of voice-over work for television, Town Common, 12-5:30 p.m.

King. Tickets are $29. To purchase, process. The NHS faculty will be Ronan Tynan began his singing film, radio, audio books, documenVisit Norwood’s Town Common call 781-551-9000, visit the box on hand to review the methods and career as a member of The Irish and purchase fresh fruits, vegetables taries and the internet in your area. office Monday through Friday, 10 answer questions.

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September 21 781-551-9000, visit the box office direction of a producer. Cost is $35, Morrill Memorial Library, 7 p.m.

The Rat Pack is Back, Norwood Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-12 $45 for non residents. Sign up at the Richard Reid, Director of Friends September 11 Theatre, 109 Central St., 2 p.m. noon and 3-5 p.m. or visit the theatre Civic Center. For ages 18+. of Irish Research (www.friendsoNPA-TV Orientation, NPA Studio, Watch as the members of The firishresearch.org) will be providing website at www.norwoodstage.com.

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Learn about NPA-TV and public era of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis September 29 Search to find genealogical inforParents are invited to meet the access television with this open Jr., Dean Martin and Joey Bishop. mation about your ancestors. The Wendy’s Journey on the Pacific teachers and follow their son/daugh- This group has been performing session that includes a tour of the presentation will include video West Trail facility and learning the possibilities ter’s classroom schedule. P.T.O. dues their act for 14 years in Las Vegas clips, a live demonstration, and an Morrill Memorial Library, 7 p.m. of $10 will also be collected. about producing your own program and the globe. Tickets are $31-$45 interactive exercise about finding Last year, experienced hiker or getting involved with the station. for adults, $29-$45 for seniors. information online. Handouts will Wendy Johnston hiked the entire PaSeptember 17 To register, contact Meghan Corbett, To purchase, call 781-551-9000, be provided so you can continue cific Crest Trail, all 2,700 miles from at 781-551-0338, meghan@npatv. visit the box office Monday through your learning at home. Registration Coakley Middle School Open the US/Mexican border to the US/ org.

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Sports Performance Training for Youth Athletes Defined: Building Character and Shaping Lives

By Tim Hanway, Sports Performance Director, Velocity Sports Performance Norwood.

As a professional Strength & Conditioning Coach and Director of Velocity Sports Performance, I am often asked by parents and other enquiring minds (my own mother included) “just what is it exactly that you do and why do I need it?”

Today, I am in a privilegedenough position where I can not only give you a definitive answer to this question, but also shed some light on what exactly the strength and conditioning field is, and more importantly

why every young aspiring athlete needs it!

According to the English Institute of Sport, Strength & Conditioning is defined as “the physical and physiological development of athletes for sport performance. The role of the S&C coach is to bridge the gap between the theory of training and applied training, helping athletes to become faster, stronger and more physically robust so they perform better and remain injury free.”

So what exactly does this mean? Well, the job of an S&C professional is to develop and cultivate athleticism through a variety of training means in-

cluding resistance training (i.e. free weights), speed development, dynamic flexibility and cardiovascular training. Like the pit crew of a formula-one race car driver, we are the ‘team behind the team’ that gives athletes the ability to run faster, jump higher, and stay injuryfree.

Science is the Guide Contrary to popular belief, the best athletes in the world are not born able to dunk a basketball, or throw a 110 mph fastball.

As we all know it takes a lot of hard work! Nevertheless, it is the nature of this hard that is often the most misunderstood: You see, structured training

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Christopher Tremblay

After finishing 11-2-3 and advancing into the Division 1 South Tournament where they eventually saw their season come to an end against Duxbury in the quarter finals, first year Coach Allison Doliner feels blessed as the Norwood field hockey coach.

“I can’t really complain, taking over a program that was already successful,” the now second year coach said. “I’m kind of spoiled, well let’s not say spoiled, as the girls worked extremely hard and dedicated themselves to the sport. They

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The Mustangs said goodbye to four seniors from last year’s 11-win squad, but none bigger than left mid-fielder Shelia Carroll. Despite the losses, Doliner is optimistic as she had 23 individuals spread out over

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Leading the Mustangs into battle will be senior tri-captains Kacie Smith (center forward), Lisa Moynihan (center back) and Sammy Hayes (center mid-field and second year captain). Smith was Norwood’s leading scorer with 24 goals during the regular and post seasons.

Hayes was behind Smith on the scoring ladder and junior left winger Maura O’Neill finished third.

programs are the very foundation of what makes the best athletes able to maximize their sports potential and ‘be all that they can be’. However, what gets lost in translation is the nature and direction of this hard work.

To illustrate, if a young athlete wants to get stronger in an effort to make the varsity football team, we adopt the same strategy to strength training as we would to teaching someone a foreign language: namely a consistent, systematic approach that is based upon constant practice and repetition!

The problem is, lots of popular approaches to sports train-

ing today are akin to grabbing what’s out there in the public, and assuming that it will work for everyone. That’s like me trying to teach myself Spanish by Googling ‘foreign language lesson’ and seeing what comes up.

Yea, I may get some Spanish, but chances are I’ll get a whole bunch of other lingo that won’t exactly help me find a restroom on my next trip to Barcelona!

So if you are or have a young athlete, seriously consider adding sports performance training to the athlete’s routine.

This will not only complement but also accelerate any sport specific skills training you are doing while reducing the likelihood of injury.

Doliner said. “Now with a year under their belts, I’m very excited to see what they can do this year.”

Last year’s starter in goal was Nikki Nuygen, but she could be challenged for that spot by junior Beth Tobio.

“The position is still open as you never know who may step up and take it,” the coach said. “My general rule of thumb is to go every game with decisions made by who and where we are playing as well as how each goalie has been performing.

It’s one game at a time.”

“It’s really nice to have According to the Coach, the center core return,” Nyygen is the more agDoliner said. “It’s impres- This year’s captains left to right: Lisa Moynigressive keeper, while han, Sammy Hayes and Kacie Smith). sive to have our top three Tobio is patient and sees goal scorers back. You the whole picture, but they know what you’re going field this year. Marina Tighe, both have good qualities to get from them and it’s never who has all around instincts that you want in your goalie. less than 110%; they have this and usually takes on the opawesome go get ‘em attitude.”

Playing in the Bay State position’s best athlete, will be League is no easy task. Walpole playing the sweeper position.

In addition to her top three always seems to be a contender According to the Coach, before goal scorers, the Norwood year after year and unfortugetting to the keeper Tighe is coach is hoping that right nately Norwood will have to the last line of defense for the winger junior Hannah Benson square off against them twice.

Mustangs. The other three top steps up her play and joins the Norwood’s three non-confernotch defensive players are trio in putting the ball behind Moynihan, the defensive leader, ence contests against Canton, the opposition’s keeper.

Mansfield and Westwood are right back Hailey Guglietti and With the offense in good also admirable opponents. left back Shannon Gillis. hands, the defense, which was Norwood will open the season “Last year playing varsity made up of a bunch of skilled on Tuesday September 2, field hockey for the first time, juniors last fall, will be back to against Brookline. the four meshed together well,” patrol the defensive end of the

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Jim Tighe

Norwood in 2006. The younger Tighe will be the head coach of the junior varsity team.

By Christopher Tremblay

“I decided to throw my hat in the ring for the head coaching position this year,” Tighe said. “

A veteran of 10 years teaching seventh graders at Norwood’s Coakley Middle School, Jim Tighe has also been coaching football for just as long. Last fall, he was an assistant coach for the Sharon Eagles where he worked with the defense. Prior to being an assistant with the Eagles varsity squad, Tighe was the assistant freshman coach and then the freshman coach for seven years. This year, the Norwood Middle School teacher will be taking the reigns as a varsity head coach for the first time in his career.

Tighe will be guiding the Mustangs along with his son Jimmy, who graduated from

I put together a tentative group of coaches, applied for the job and was eventually offered it. I am looking for the kids to come and play, while doing the right things on the field.”

Also assisting Tighe will be Bill Egan (Defensive Coordinator), Kevin Igoe (Offensive Coordinator), Buzz Curran (Defensive Backs), John McGowan (Running Backs), Paul Weta (Linebackers), Scott Murphy (Offensive Line), Kevin Gillis (Assistant to McGowan) and Andrew Nemes (Receivers).

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Last fall, Norwood seemed to have a tough time on the football field in terms of securing wins and the first year coach knows it’s not going to be too much different this year, but he does have hope.

“Last year seemed to be one in which Norwood struggled; they didn’t have all that much luck and things went bad for them. I have no idea why,” he said. “As the new head coach, I’m looking to take this program and move forward.”

September 1, 2014

Food Pantry Seeks Extra Storage Space Are you an individual or business with room to spare in a warehouse, barn, garage, shed, or other storage space? If so, the Norwood Food Pantry would like to talk to you.

The pantry is currently seeking a place to store about 150 banana boxes – plus up to 250 additional boxes at a later date.

(These boxes are essential during major collections such as holiday food drives and the Spring Letter Carriers’ Food Drive, but are not needed on a day-to-day basis.) The space needs to be accessible to the pantry year round so the boxes can be removed or returned, as necessary.

If you think you might be able to help, please call Ruth at 781769-0425 to discuss the possibility.

Playing in the Bay State League will not make it any easier for Norwood. The league is always tough with no weak links, whether it’s Milton, Natick, Wellesley or Walpole, it’s going to be a battle.

“Not that I don’t want to win, I just want the kids to practice hard and play the game the right way,” Tighe said.

Don’t miss Norwood’s talented young athletes as they earn they way through the state tournaments!

Norwood will open the 2014 season on Saturday September 13 when Holliston comes to town.

NPA-TV will be playing the MIAA games that the Mustangs compete in.

Visit www.npatv.org to learn air times and dates of all the Norwood’s games.

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Out and About

By Dawn C. Fitzgerald

September Starts September has always been one of my favorite months. The weather gets a bit cooler, the leaves begin to change. The kids head back to school.

I went to Catholic school for the majority of my young life.

Unlike public school kids, I didn’t’ get a new wardrobe every year. But I always got new shoes, socks, and a couple of blouses (always white with a Peter Pan collar). There was something about picking out those new shoes (which where one of the only things that distinguished you from all the other kids at school) that symbolized new and better things in the upcoming year.

It may also explain the shoe addiction that I have cultivated over many years-but I digress.

My sophomore year in college, I decided to transfer. After commuting to school my freshman year, which just seemed like thirteenth grade, it was time to spread my wings and fly.

Along with books and binders, pencils, pens, and highlighters, there were new necessities I needed. Sheets, a comforter, a rug-all of which I chose (and partially paid for) packed alongside towels and facecloths.

Summer cloths mingled with fall and winter in bags and boxes, sweatshirts waiting to be worn.

My parents and I made numerous trips to BJ’s and Costco for enormous bottles of laundry detergent, cases of canned ravioli, boxes of mac and cheese, and of course Raman noodles-a survival staple for the college kid.

I got a hot pot, my very first grown up appliance. All my college friends told me I needed

New Service for Paying Town Bills

By Bella Caggiano Looking to save on stamps? Many residents may opt to pay their municipality bills online, at Town Hall or at the Norwood Electric/Broadband building. Another convenient option, however, was initiated this summer, can will also save both time and money.

A new ‘Town-Sponsored’ drop-off box is now located in the parking lot behind Town Hall on Central St. and will accept payments for electric and cable bills, and property and excise tax payments. Apparently, town officials have fielded many resident appeals for convenient solutions to submitting their town-related payments, and the town has answered.

‘There have been requests from several citizens for this service,” Norwood Town Treasurer and Collector Robert Marsh said.

The ‘Town Mailbox’ is conveniently located at the inner circle of the parking lot and has a drive-up shoot to allow easy depositing directly from the car. No parking at Town Hall?

Simply use the box. Pouring rain with kids in the car? Simply use the box.

“A lot of people like the convenience of dropping it off at the box,” Marsh said. “They can do it after hours or any time.”

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it, despite the fact that I didn’t completely understand what it did. As the weeks of my sophomore year flew by, I realized the magic of the hot pot. It became my best friend-making meals as I burned the midnight oil cramming for finals.

There will be new beginnings for all in my house as my youngest heads off to another year of grammar school, my middle child enters his sophomore year in high school, and my oldest embarks on her freshman year of college.

I would be sharing a fridge and microwave with my roommatestwo girls I’d never personally met but snail mailed and occasionally called (yes, back then you actually used the phone to talk to someone). Although our roommate situation was not a good fit,I learned a lot from them about cohabitating with different people and how to try and adjust accordingly.

This will be a new start for us all. It will be an adjustment having to set the dinner table for four instead of the usual five.

Instead of staying up until after midnight waiting for the oldest to come home, I’ll be asleep by eleven knowing the other two kids are tucked in tight for the night.

This year, in addition to the normal school supplies of books and binders, shoes and socks, I will again be heading to BJ’s and Costco for cases of canned goods, snacks and such. member is that this service is for Norwood-related payments only and cannot be used to mail items intended for the United States Postal Service, which is why no stamp is required. It is emptied every morning by town personnel and payments will be directed to the appropriate department. An important note: if a bill is due that same day, residents must personally make their payments personally or they will incur a late fee. A bill is not considered paid until it is received within its specific branch.

Even those who traditionally pay their bills online may find this service very helpful. It’s probably happened to everyone where the bill is due but there are just not enough days available to pay it on time.

With this service, residents can drop off their payment on their way to work and forget it....and still save the cost of that stamp!

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There will be one less child to feed (although the food bill will be much cheaper than the college tuition bill) find, and fret a bit less because she will be “away” and thus out of my vision, but always in my thoughts and prayers.

It will be an adjustment not to talk to my eldest child every day. To hear her voice and gage her emotions-sad, angry, happy.

I’m actually hoping for texts and emoticons-anything to know all is well two hours away.

I’m hoping my other two kids keep me crazy busy this September so I can’t think about the big changes going on here.

New beginnings are good, change is good. This is my new mantra as the summer days pass too quickly.

Although September has always been my favorite month, this year it may just get demoted as I take that two hour drive to drop my child off for the first time, but hopefully not the last.

Dawn C. Fitzgerald is a freelance writer. She’d love to hear from you at dawncfitz@yahoo. com.

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