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Veterans Day Assembly Makes Lasting Impression
Three Honored By Selectmen Wrentham residents received Volunteer of the Year awards from the Board of Selectmen at the November Town Meeting. Melanie Egan received the 2014 Wrentham Volunteer of the Year award for her work helping residents going through hard times, while Kayleigh Connor and Henry Carr won the 2014 Youth Volunteers of the Year for their efforts with KP Cares as well as their own individual volunteer work throughout the community.
By Jackie Gately While the elementary students at Norfolk’s Freeman-Kennedy School have returned to their daily routines, the Veterans Day Assembly held last month was one to be remembered. This year’s annual event included important messages from local politicians, veterans, and fellow classmates to honor all who served, past and present. It was a meaningful gathering, punctuated by music, thought-provoking speeches, and heart-felt thanks.
Egan is a volunteer with Wrentham Angels (and the website “Lotsa Helping Hands”) a group that brings volunteers together with people in need. Started in 2008 by Michelle Rouse, Wrentham Angels helps with meals, rides to medical treatments, helps seniors with physical chores, and supports the Wrentham Food Pantry. “Whether experiencing hardships, suffer from a serious health issue, lost a loved one, or just need help in general, you rise to the occasion with enthusiasm and kindness all while balancing work and raising a family of your own,” read the citation from the Board of Selectmen presented to Egan. The nomination caught Egan by surprise. “I learned of the nomination I believe two weeks ago when Cindy Thomas called from the town and honestly I asked her if they had meant to
call someone else,” Egan says. “I do appreciate the acknowledgement for the Angels, it just feels more appro-
priate to accept that as a group as it’s bigger than one person. I’m merely the conduit for organizing the efforts.”
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Norfolk Lions Club is in full swing with their annual Christmas Tree Sale!! This month long event is one of the Lions Club’s most important fundraisers and a great opportunity for the Lions to connect with so many members of the community during the holiday period. Sales begin the day after Thanksgiving, on November 28, and continue until all trees are gone. We hope to see you down at the lot early for best selection. As has been its tradition in the past six years, the Norfolk Lions Christmas Tree Sale is located on the lot next to the Dunkin Donuts on Main St. in downtown Norfolk. We thank the owners of our local Dunkin Donuts for their continued support of the Norfolk Lions. Selling hours are weekdays from 3 to 9 p.m. and weekends from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Lions will be happy to trim the bottom of your tree, wrap it and secure it to your car, although pickup trucks are very much appreciated. We accept cash and checks to the Norfolk Lions Club; sorry no credit cards. Did you know that it takes 10 to 12 years of growing time and professional care to bring a Christmas tree to harvest? Our trees come from northern Maine and they are fresh and beautiful! We have both Balsam and Frazier Fir trees, as well as wreaths. We also have tree
bags and tree life preservative to promote needle retention and help keep your tree fresh. All of the proceeds from the sales of the trees go right back into the local Norfolk community and to various Lions charities. “Monies that the Lions generate go to seed such research as blindness prevention, diabetes prevention and numerous other causes”, says Ed Melanson, this year’s President and King Lion. “Norfolk Lions has donated over $250,000 in its over 50 years of service to the community”. This year we will have a collection bin at the tree lot for Coats 4 Kids. We will be collecting coats for men, women and children to be given to families in need in our community. Any and all coats in good condition are needed and all will be dry-cleaned courtesy of Anton’s Cleaners. We will also be collecting nonperishable food donations for the benefit of the Norfolk Food Pantry. Like many of us, the food pantry has been hit hard during these economic times and we would like to help out. Bill Hawkins, cochairman of the Christmas Tree Sale, further comments, “Your contributions to the Norfolk Food Pantry would be appreciated and could not come at a better time of year.”
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Wrentham Youth Volunteers Both KP High School seniors, Connor and Carr, were recognized for their long history of service and specifically for their work with KP Cares, a club at King Philip High School devoted to helping the community. KP Cares raises awareness and funds for different issues. Recently, the group held awareness events for autism, bullying suicide prevention, substance abuse, and cancer. In addition to her work with KP Cares, Connor was praised for her other efforts to help the community. “Volunteering since the early age of 5, you spent countless hours of your time and energy to make a difference,” read her citation. “Your participation in community service, many projects and fundraisers, and several clubs (such as KP Cares) has shown your dedication for time, energy, and leadership talent.” Connor is the sister of last year’s youth volunteer of the year, Megan Connor. “KP Cares was started by my sister Megan in 2012,” Connor explains. “I
served as the Co-Vice Chairperson the club’s first year and I am now the Secretary. I also serve as the Vice President and Director of the KP Cares Foundation.” In addition to her work with KP Cares, she is involved with many other organizations within the school working on the Halloween Spooktacular, the Memory Project, teaching Delaney Elementary students Halloween safety and was involved with a pumpkin carving and painting contest. “I learned I was volunteer of the year at the town meeting,” Connor says. “I was not expecting this honor and I am extremely thankful. It’s always a good feeling when someone appreciates your hard work, even if it is just a simple ‘thank you,’ but this is beyond any recognition I would ever expect.” Carr was also praised for his efforts to help others. “Spending countless hours of your time and energy to help the needs of others has not gone unnoticed,” his citation read. “You make a difference in the lives of children with your tutoring skills and with the elders
at the Senior Center. We commend you on your enthusiasm by always being ready to help with fundraising and your commitment to KP Cares.” His involvement with KP Cares started in his junior year when the group helped him with his project for KP DECA and Connor ‘s sister Megan encouraged him to get involved. “Megan Connor was my DECA Big Sister and she got me to attend a few meetings and I really liked how you could take your ideas and turn them into projects,” he says. “I was more used to Leo Club, which I’m also the President of, having established events that I grew up with and I gained a lot of leadership and event planning experience through them.” The two youth volunteers have been classmates since preschool and Carr believes they work well together. “Kayleigh serves as the secretary of KP Cares this year, and I like to think we make a great team,” he says. “I like to think I bring a lot of enthusiasm and energy to the club and Kayleigh helps keep me on track and organized. She has been a apart of this organi-
zation longer than I have so I often look to her for advice of what worked in the past, but I like to think we are both pushing towards expanding the club in the future.” Connor is pleased with their working relationship too saying Carr makes a good president for the group. “His ideas come alive in our monthly fundraising projects and it is no wonder why the student body rallies around him,” she says. “I’m so glad Henry is President and it is exciting to think about our upcoming projects and working on them together.” One of the upcoming projects is a Luminary Night. Students can purchase a lantern in memory of a lost loved one. On December 11, at the High School Football Field, the lanterns will be lit and released illuminating the dark sky. Past volunteers of the year include; Megan Connor, Jeff Hall, Judy Ellis, Riley Magane, Lauren McSweeney, Troy Neubecker , Patricia Fogg, Samantha McPhee, Eddie Cullinane, Armand Peppin and Boy Scout Troop 131.
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Voters Accept Town Charter Wrentham voters made history by accepting a new town charter. The new form of government received 2,604 "yes" votes to 1,663 "no".
charter needed to be approved at Town Meeting, the State Legislature, and then signed by Governor Deval Patrick. The final ok came on Tuesday, November 4.
The charter was the culmination of two years of work done by the Town Government Study Committee which took on the task of gathering information and evaluating Wrentham's government and operation. With the results of surveys, interviews, and work with Clark University, the committee recommended the development of a town charter. But before the Town could implement the new form of government, the
The chair of the Town Government Study Committee, Jerry McGovern, was pleased with the vote saying he was happy and relieved. The next step is to implement the charter which goes into effect January 1, 2015. "The acceptance of the Wrentham Home Rule Charter is so very important for the town. It provides the framework for how Wrentham meets the complexities and challenges
of municipal government in the coming years," McGovern says. "Now that it has been accepted, the real challenges begin, which is to make the charter fundamental to how our citizens see new efficiencies and effectiveness in how town government serves them." With the hope the charter would be approved by voters, McGovern says there were preliminary meetings on how to make the transition to the new government. “In preparation of the charter acceptance, we began outlining some of the implementation actions and measurements of performance necessary to ensure that the char-
ter really makes a positive difference,” McGovern says. “The next step is for the details to be finalized.” McGovern says there will be information coming out in December to explain in detail on the first phase of implementation. In addition to be being relieved about the voters acceptance of the charter, McGovern was very grateful to all the people involved in its creation. “There are so many people I need to thank and recognize for their support and hard work to make the charter happen, beginning with the Board of Se-
lectmen and my fellow committee members on the Town Government Study Committee,” he says. In addition to the historic vote, this was the last General Election for Town Clerk Carol Mollica. Clearly tired after a very busy election day, Mollica said she was both sad and happy. She said with so many ballot questions, a governor's race, and the special Town charter question, voter turnout was high but she and her team were ready. "It went really well," she said. "We were well organized and ready."
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The Holly Club of Wrentham will sell afghans and Christmas ornaments at the Fiske Public Library, 110 Randall Rd., beginning Nov. 29. The group plans to enjoy its annual Christmas party in the beautifully-decorated Proctor Mansion Inn on Tuesday, Dec. 2. A delicious menu is being planned and catered by Café Assisi. Members are reminded to bring unwrapped children’s pajamas as well as hats, gloves and mittens for the elementary school. Holly Club Seeks Residents Serving in the Military The Holly Club is seeking the names of residents who are active members of the military and are currently serving overseas in hardship areas. To recognize
and support the military men and women from the community, the club plans to send care packages to as many service members from Wrentham as possible. They ask families of Wrentham service members to reach out to Chairperson Shila Duffy at 508-3845826 or email thehollyclub@ gmail.com. The Holly Club of Wrentham was organized in 1898 and is open to all women regardless of race, color or creed. It is committed to social services, civic activities and a fellowship among women. To learn more, visit wrentham. ma.us/wrentham-ma-holly-clubgfwc, or follow club activities on facebook at www.facebook.com/ wrenthamhollyclub.
Explanation Last month, personal notes I kept regarding my son and his schooling were inadvertently published in the paper. The notes contained my reflections on a school issue. The notes were obviously never meant for publication, and I was shocked and embarrassed to learn the notes were printed. Since the content mentioned specific educators, I want to apologize to them, as well as the school, for my error. It is important to note
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Lehan, delivered a speech in which he described veterans as “ordinary people doing extraordinary things.” He spoke to the children about the freedoms and liberties we enjoy, and that they come at great sacrifice.
if they could, a government that would wall citizens in to prevent them from leaving. McCarty pointed out how we are to be part of a country whose “government allows for dissention and disagreement.”
“Those serving protect our liberty, our rights, and our very lives,” explained Lehan. He expressed gratitude for all the men and women who serve us, including the Police, Fire, and soldiers among us.
When Ross took the stage, he encouraged students to think about the country’s history. He highlighted important documents, like the “Bill of Rights” and “The Declaration of Independence,” which he said define who we are, and why we are willing to protect those freedoms that define us as a people.
Lehan also pointed out a special lapel-pin he was wearing. The pin is symbolic of a season-long effort by the King Philip Regional High School Hockey Team to celebrate and recognize the Wounded Warrior Project, an organization dedicated to veterans. He announced that the Hockey Team’s efforts would culminate with a special event to be held in late February. All were invited. McCarty, himself a veteran, and Commander of the American Legion, spoke of the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. He asked students to imagine, Many Vetrans were on hand for this year’s service.
2007 at age 25, serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Freeman-Kennedy school, which opened in 2012, is named in part in Sergeant Kennedy’s honor. Ross said that Sgt. Kennedy was a resident of Norfolk who attended Norfolk schools, just like the students in the audience today. “We all carry a piece of that [loss] in our hearts, and I want to thank the school for keeping that memory alive,” he said.
Ross pointed out that the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is the oldest constitution in the nation, and he invited students to come into the State House for a visit. He thanked all veterans, past and present, for defending those tenants held by our forefathers and by which we live. He then drew attention to a statue that students pass by daily as they file through the school lobby. It is a remembrance of Army Sergeant Adam P. Kennedy, who died in
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The Chorus, directed by Leslie Levine, gave an uplifting performance of “The Spirit of America.” It was followed by the “Royal Oak March,” performed by the Freeman-Kennedy Advanced Band. Representative Dooley spoke of and gave thanks for the many military sacrifices made throughout the years by our veterans. In addition to World War I, World War II, and other military efforts, Dooley expressed appreciation for the Coast Guard and National Guard, and those who were instrumental in Hurricane Katrina and 9-11. He also remembered others who served on U.S. soil, like the 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion, an all-black airborne unit of the United States Army during World War II that served as “smokejumpers” in the Pacific Northwest. In addition, he reminded of the humanitarian efforts currently underway in Liberia. Dooley emphasized, “all of these Veterans are heroes, willing to fight for our freedom.” Next, the Glee Club, directed by Leslie Levine, performed a touching rendition of “You are Our Heroes.” Perhaps the most endearing words were spoken in letters of thanks written and read aloud by the children. Izzy Melanson, Miles Gallagher, Molly Piller,
Palina Yakimovich, Sara Sylvestre, and Ethan Hurwitz read handcrafted letters to the veterans in attendance. They told stories of family members who proudly served, freedoms and rights we enjoy because of their service, and gratitude for keeping us safe. Each of the veterans in attendance was presented with a folder of letters as a keepsake from the children. In Sylvestre’s letter, she aptly closed, “I can thank you, but I can never repay you.” On cue, the third grade classes held up pieces of colored paper to form a giant American flag that spanned the bleachers. Finally, a slideshow of photographs filled the auditorium screen. The photos depicted veterans and listed their military name and rank, but as important was each veteran’s relationship to someone present in the school. In addition to their name and rank, their title included “grandfather of…,” “mother of…,” and “son of…,” naming the student, teacher, or administrator to whom the Veteran belonged. This added a very meaningful dimension. To close the assembly, trumpet player Jeremy White expertly played a solemn rendition of “Taps,” which was echoed from afar by unseen trumpet player, Ava Cardner. It was a moving performance that resonated within the stillness of the full auditorium.
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As the children silently exited the auditorium, no doubt the haunting trumpet melody, words of wisdom, and beautiful remembrances will reverberate long beyond the close of the Veterans Day Assembly. (Photos by Jackie Gately)
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Unique, Affordable Fashion in Franklin Looking for the perfect way to accessorize your look? This year, Jennifer Solimine opened her fourth Be Dazzled store in the Franklin Village Plaza, offering everything from Fashion Jewelry to Scarves, Handbags, Evening Clutches, Ponchos, Texting Gloves and even Sparkling Slippers. This woman knows fashion. The Buffalo, NY native, transplanted to Boston from New York in 2006, is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology. Solimine started her concept in 2009 at the Wrentham outlets, presenting her Jewelry Collections at a kiosk. “Women liked what we were offering,” says Solimine. “I design most of the Collections, and I still do. Since we have Factory Direct
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Our Sales Staff are well trained to offer advice to customers who are looking to coordinate their outfits with the right finishing touches. “I really pride myself on the fact that my staff are all trained. This is very important to me. A lot of times, women will bring their dresses in and need help to accessorize,” says Solimine. This past May, for example, Be Dazzled assisted a number of Franklin High School students attending prom. The storeowner emphasizes that it’s important for customers to know that Be Dazzled offers much more than just jewelry. “We’re very well-rounded,” she says,
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Jingle Bell Run The Norfolk Community League has scheduled its 13th Annual Jingle Bell 5k Run/Walk for Saturday, December 6 at 11 a.m. The professionally-timed road race begins and ends at the H. Olive Day School. 100% of the proceeds from this event will be donated directly to the Santa Foundation. Runners and walkers of all ages
and abilities may register now. The registration fee increases to $30 after December 1st. Compete as a “Reindeer Team”. This fee increases to $100 per team after December 1st. Free gloves will be given to the first 50 registrants. Jingle bells will be provided for all participants. Festive attire is encouraged.
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Santa Claus will roll into Norfolk on Sunday, December 7th and a host of groups will turn out to celebrate his arrival with a variety of activities.
through the center of town, turning right onto Liberty Lane and ending at the Norfolk library.
Santa and his entourage will be ushered into town by the highly acclaimed King Philip High School Marching Band. Prior to the parade, Santa stops in at Hillcrest Village to hand out cookies and treats and receive hugs and kisses from the residents. Shhhhh don’t tell Mrs. Claus!
At 4 p.m. residents are invited to visit with Santa in the Meeting Room of the library and have their pictures taken. Santa’s elves will be bustling around the room assisting all. This year, Santa is going digital and you can download your photos after the parade. Refreshments will be provided by the Norfolk Recreation Department.
Santa’s parade will begin at 3:30 p.m. at the Hillcrest Village on Rockwood Rd. Santa’s elves, Frosty the Snowman, the Grinch, Norfolk Police and Fire Departments, area Scouts, and others will join Santa along Route 115,
Children are invited to bring their homemade ornaments to help the adults decorate the town Christmas tree, which will be lit for the first time to mark the beginning of the season.
The Santa Parade and festivities are sponsored by the Norfolk Lions Club and the Norfolk Recreation Department, with the cooperation of numerous town departments, including our Fire, Police and Highway Departments, the staff of the Norfolk Public Library, and Norfolk Recreation.
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Wrentham FOREST Memorial Fund Tree Planting in Wrentham Center Cemetery Wrentham FOREST (Friends Organized to Restore Enduring Shade Trees) purchased and delivered 5 shade trees to the Wrentham Center Cemetery for planting by the Department of Public Works during the week of October 13. The planting was supervised by Ray Rose, Wrentham’s Tree Warden and who is also responsible for the maintenance of Wrentham’s cemeteries. Funds for the purchase came from the Memorial Tree Fund established by Wrentham FOREST who accepts donations toward the planting of shade trees throughout the town on town owned land. A major source of funds is the R. J. Ross Funeral Home which has agreed to contribute $10.00 for each funeral conducted for a Wrentham resident. Other sources include individuals who wish to make a contribution in memory of a loved one for whom trees held significance. The fund was started in July 2006 and the first planting was made in May of 2009 in front of the Old Fiske Museum and Gallery on East Street. Two matching ginko trees were chosen for this planting.
A second planting was made in May 2010 with a generous contribution from Mary-Alice Raymond in memory of her husband Dr. Bradley Raymond. Mrs.Raymond contributed funds which made possible the planting of five sycamore (London plane) trees adjacent to the Sweatt Field recreation area on Randall Rd.
to the Memorial Tree Fund so that additional trees can be planted in the cemetery as well as other public sites in town. You may contact Marj Immonen at 508-384-5306 for information or to make a contribution. (Picture taken by Ellen Keiter.)
FOREST has also organized the planting of trees in other parts of town working with the Recreation Committee to plant trees at the Rice Complex, the Wrentham PTO to plant trees along the Roderick playground, the Lion’s Club to plant at the Fiske Library, and the Capachin family to plant in front of the health care building on Common St. which was the original site of the Maples Nursing Home. The trees planted in the cemetery this fall, were Sugar Maple ‘Bonfire’, Sugar Maple ‘Green Mountain’ and Sawtooth Oak. They have been planted in the new section along Dedham St. where they will beautify both the cemetery as well as Dedham St. Wrentham FOREST is a non profit organization. We hope to continue to collect contributions
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Wrentham Dancing Stars to Support Six Local Organizations Wrentham Community Events, Inc. (WCE) announced the six organizations chosen to participate in, and benefit from, the 3rd Annual Dancing with the Wrentham Stars event. The fundraiser is taking place on Friday, March 27, 2015, at Lake Pearl to Lucianos. There are 2 new charities participating in next year’s event: The American Legion Post 225 of Wrentham and The Wrentham Senior Center. The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth, advocating patriotism and promoting national security while maintaining a strong devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. The Wrentham Senior Center, an organization which identifies the needs of Wrentham citizens over the age of 60 and provides a va-
riety of services and programs tailored to meet those needs. The Senior Center will be collaborating with the Hockomock YMCA for the event; they will work together raising funds in support of their star. The funds raised will be used to develop specialized programs and services, provided by the Y, for the Wrentham members of the Senior Center. Returning for a second consecutive year is The Wrentham Food Pantry. The Wrentham Food Pantry, located in the Whiston House behind the Original Congregational Church, aims to provide emergency food supplies Wrentham residents in need. The organizations returning for a third consecutive year are The Friends of Wrentham and The Holly Club. Friends of Wrentham is an organization devoted to en-
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Special Night at the P-Bruins for Local Hockey Team By Jeffrey Schweitzer It was a regular Friday night in October, and for a family with kids who play ice hockey, it would be expected to be on the ice for either a practice or a game. But it is really a treat when your ice time is on the same sheet that professionals played on 30 seconds before it was your time. October 24th, was the 5 Annual “Pink In The Rink” hosted by the Providence Bruins at the Dunkin Donuts Center Ice Arena, Providence. The Bruins took on the Norfolk Admirals and beat them in a 4-0 shutout. The Bruins donned their special pink accented jerseys in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Fans were greeted with pink rally towels. Attendees were encouraged to wear pink to the game and the stands became a sea of pink, black and gold. During the game the Bruins honored breast cancer survivors on the ice before the game in a ceremony. They also honored those whose lives were taken by the terrible disease, including Wrentham’s Cheryl Maduskie, who lost her battle recently. Not only did the professionals skate to the puck on Friday, but so did the youngsters on the King Philip Walpole Girls U10 team. During the first intermission, the KPW girls battled the Milton U10 girls in a six minute scrimmage that they will remember for a long time to come. With a bus ride to and from the game provided by Holmes Bus Company, the girls had a chance to bond as a team on this special night. Before the game, the girls all got fresh pink tape wrapped sticks and pre-game bonding continued in one of the many locker rooms at the Dunk. “Ladies, enjoy every moment of this night” said head coach Kevin Birch while the girls got ready to skate. “This night is going to be one you will remember for a long time to come!” added Assistant Coach Steve Hearon.
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Wrentham Candy Give Back a Success Public Schools Look to Help Children with Special Needs Wrentham Public Schools invites all local agencies to participate in the identification of children with special needs. If you suspect that your child may have a disability, please call the Office of Student Services at 508-384-5430 x1151 for information regarding eligibility guidelines, procedures and services. In accordance with Federal Law, IDEA 2004 and Massachusetts Law 603CMR28.00, Wrentham Public Schools provide special education programs designed to meet the needs of children who are attending not only public schools, but also those who are attending private schools at private expense, and whose parents reside in Wrentham.
Wrentham Public Schools will arrange for the evaluation of those children, beginning at age 3, who are unable to progress effectively in a regular program due to a suspected disability in one or more of the following areas: developmental delay, intellectual, sensory, neurological, emotional, communication, physical, specific learning, or health impairment. All programs and services are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
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KP Chiefs Give Back to Friends of Wrentham King Philip Chiefs Pop Warner Football and Cheer completed another successful regular season last month by donating $1,100 dollars to the Friends of Wrentham, Inc. Friends of Wrentham is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping residents of the Wrentham Developmental Center. The players, cheerleaders, coaches and parents raised the money and presented it at halftime of the final weekend of games.
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White Barn Farm Moves Indoors and chemical fertilizers. A familiar sight along Rt. 1-A in the warmer months, the farmstand’s move to the barn will ensure fresh local produce will be available for a few more weeks. Hardy winter greens such as kale, chard, and spinach should be available, according to Kantlehner, as they will be picking the produce right from their green-
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The calendar may say winter, but you can still get fresh vegetables at the White Barn Farm in Wrentham on Fridays and Saturdays until December 20th. In late fall, White Barn Farm moved their farmstand indoors to their barn, located across the street at 458 South Street. Co-owner Chris Kantlehner says this will be the third season in the barn, and hopes to keep it stocked with produce until right before Christmas. White Barn Farm is dedicated to organic farming methods, eschewing pesticides, herbicides,
house. In addition, Asian greens like mustard and bok choy will be for sale. Root vegetables such as cabbages, turnips, celery root, and parsnips should be plentiful. Kantlehner hopes to keep the variety expansive by bringing in some produce from other farms located within 25 miles. In addition to the produce, the barn will stock maple syrup, honey, Sheldonville Roasters Coffee Beans, and eggs when available. Jordan Brothers Seafood Truck with its fresh seafood offerings will continue to visit the barn, too. Iggy’s naturally-leavened fresh bread, croissants, and sticky buns are available on Saturday mornings, or until they run out. Kantlehner says cases of winter squash, cabbage, and other vegetables are available for bulk storage this winter. So hunker down, eat your veggies, and dream of spring. White Barn Farm will reopen in May with their annual plant sale.
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Stony Brook Announces Its December Programming! Celebrate the holidays with a visit to Stony Brook! Tiny Trekkers: Saturdays, December 6th and 20th, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Start your weekend off right with a fun and knowledgeable Stony Brook teacher on the trails learning about nature. Each day will have a special topic created to excite your child about the natural world. There will be crafts, activities and lots of laughter. So come and join the fun. This month’s themes:
Nature’s Detectives/ Hibernation. Ages 2.9 to 6 with a parent. Fee: $5m/$6nm per person per session Nature in Art-3 modules: Saturdays, Dec. 6th, 13th, 20th, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Capture the beauty of nature in autumn with a variety of art activities, including paper making, printing making, origami birds and butterflies; collage, paste New Classes Beginning Sign Up Today!
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drinks and snacks. Yep, it’s early, maybe the best time for viewing a meteor shower, and it can be quite an adventure! Minimum age 8. Fee: $17m/ $20nm per person Get Outside: Saturday, December 27th, from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Join us at Stony Brook to enjoy nature and outdoor fun. In December we will talk about how animals get ready for winter (think chipmunks and squirrels). During each session we will look for creatures and more as we explore every nook and niche at Stony Brook. Fall and winter can be busy times for some of the wildlife at Stony Brook. Bring a friend and make a few more exploring the forest, fields and wetlands. Fee: $8m/ $10nm per person Pre-registration is required for all programs (except as noted). For more details, visit the Mass Audubon webpage at www.massaudubon.org or contact us at 508528-3140. Register by phone, email (stonybrook@massaudubon.org), fax (508-553-3864) or in person. Stony Brook is located at 108 North Street in Norfolk.
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LIVING HEALTHY Eye Care Facts and Myths By: Roger M. Kaldawy, M.D. Milford Franklin Eye Center
“Wearing the wrong kind of eyeglasses damages your eyes.”
We have all been told by someone at some time, “You’ll hurt your eyes if you do that!” But do you really know what is or is not good for your eyes?
False. Eyeglasses are devices used to sharpen your vision. Although correct eyeglasses or contacts help you to see clearly, wearing a pair with the wrong lenses, or not wearing glasses at all, will not physically damage your eyes. However, children less than eight years old who need eyeglasses should wear their own prescription to prevent the possibility of developing amblyopia or “lazy eye.”
Test yourself with the following true or false statements and see how much you know about your eyes.
“Reading in dim light is harmful to your eyes.” False. Using your eyes in dim light does not damage them. However, good lighting does make reading easier and can prevent eye fatigue.
“Using computers can damage your eyes.” False. Working on computers will not harm your eyes. Often, when using a computer for long periods of time, just as when reading or doing other close work, you blink less often than normal. This reduced rate of blinking makes your eyes dry, which may lead to the feeling of eyestrain or fatigue. Try to take regular breaks to look up or across the room. This should relieve the feeling of strain on your eyes. Keep the monitor between 18 to 24 inches from your face and at a slight downward angle. Also consider the use of artificial tears. If your vision blurs or your eyes tire easily, you should have your eyes examined by an ophthalmologist.
“Children outgrow crossed or misaligned eyes.” False. Children do not outgrow crossed eyes. A child whose eyes are misaligned may develop poor vision in one eye because the brain will “turn off” or ignore the image from the misaligned or lazy eye. Children who appear to have misaligned eyes should be examined by an ophthalmologist.
“Learning disabilities are caused by eye problems.” False. Difficulties with reading, mathematics, and other learning problems in children are often referred to as learning disabilities. There is no strong evidence that vision problems cause learning disabilities. Children with learning difficulties often need help from teachers and people with special training. Before such treatment begins, make certain your child is seeing as well as possible.
“Sitting close to the television can damage children’s eyes.” False. Children can focus at close distance without eyestrain better than adults. They often develop the habit of holding reading materials close to their eyes or sitting right in front of the television. There is no evidence that this damages their eyes.
“People with weak eyes should avoid reading fine print.” False. It is said that people with weak eyes or people who wear glasses will “wear out” their eyes sooner if they read fine print or do a lot of detail work. The concept of the eye as a muscle is incorrect. The eye more closely resembles a camera. A camera will not wear out sooner just because it is used to photograph intricate detail.
“Wearing eyeglasses will cause you to become dependent on them.” False. Eyeglasses are used to correct blurry vision. Since clear vision with eyeglasses is preferable to uncorrected vision, you may find that you want to wear your eyeglasses more often. Although it may feel as if you are becoming dependent on your eyeglasses, you are actually just getting used to seeing clearly.
“Older people who gain ‘second sight’ may be developing cataracts.”
many years. Corneal transplant is sometimes confused with an eye transplant.
True. Older individuals who wear reading eyeglasses sometimes find themselves able to read without their eyeglasses and think their eyesight is improving. The truth is they are becoming more nearsighted, which can be a sign of early cataract development.
“All ‘eye doctors’ are the same.”
“A cataract must be ‘ripe’ before it is removed.” False. With older surgical techniques, it was thought to be safer to remove a cataract when it was “ripe.” With today’s modern surgical procedures, a cataract can be removed whenever it begins to interfere with a person’s lifestyle.
“Contact lenses can prevent nearsightedness from getting worse.” False. Some people have been led to believe that wearing contact lenses will permanently correct nearsightedness so that eventually they won’t need either contacts or eyeglasses. There is no evidence that wearing contact lenses produces an improvement in vision.
“Eyes can be transplanted.” False. Medical science has no way to transplant whole eyes. Our eyes are connected to the brain by the optic nerve. Because of this, the eye is never removed from its socket during surgery. The cornea, the clear front part of the eye, has been successfully transplanted for
False. An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor (M.D. or D.O.) with special training to diagnose and treat all diseases of the eye. To become an ophthalmologist requires a minimum of eight years of medical school and hospital training after college. An ophthalmologist is qualified to provide all aspects of eye care, including cataract, laser, and other eye surgery. Optometrists (O.D.) and opticians are other types of eye care professionals. They are trained and licensed to provide some aspects of eye care, but they are not medical doctors and have not attended medical school and residency training. In most states, they cannot prescribe all medications or perform surgery. It is always useful to separate fact from myth in eye care. Our eye center and ophthalmologists have state of the art equipment to diagnose and treat many eye problems. From the minor glasses prescription to corneal transplantation, retina care, laser vision correction and our advanced cataract procedures, we are now able to better recognize and manage these problems and continue our mission to provide world class eye care for the entire family. For more details, see our ad on page 1.
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LIVING HEALTHY Weight Loss a Method to Raise Your Energy Level It was mid-September and 55 year-old Kim Sviontek had a goal: she had a trip scheduled in six weeks and wanted to lose weight before she left. She saw the ad for New England Fat Loss, and their guarantee of shedding 20 pounds in 40 days was just the answer. In 42 days, Sviontek successfully lost 36 1/2 pounds! For Sviontek, the program, comprised of a healthy meal routine of protein, vegetable and fruit, offered just the right amount of discretionary choices, but also provided the necessary
discipline for a successful weight loss plan. “I never deviated from it, nothing but those three things,” Sviontek said. “It was easy for me. There were a lot of options and it worked.” Sviontek also credits the daily communication with the New England Weight Loss staff to her recent accomplishment. Every day she faithfully reported her weight to the New England Fat Loss office. If there wasn’t a weight change for two days in
a row either Clinic Director Dr. Johns or Weight Loss Specialist Dr. Dembrowski would step in and suggest slight dietary changes to stimulate the weight loss. Every two weeks, she visited the office for a body composition analysis and to record her weight. In addition to the weight loss, Sviontek also noticed other valuable advantages to her overall health and well-being. Her energy level climbed, her outlook improved and she regained mental focus.
“I have more energy now,” Sviontek said. “Before starting this program I was lethargic and not focused. Since starting with New England Fat Loss my business is doing much better and my husband said my attitude is great.” Sviontek has completed Phase 1 of the program and has successfully maintained her weight loss and is continuing to lose pounds. While she may initiate another 40-day program for another jump start, she learned from Dr. Johns and Dr. Dembrowski how to plan and prepare delicious meal
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LIVING HEALTHY Stay Healthy and Lose Weight during the Holidays Contributed by John Vacovec, Physical Therapist and CEO of Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, Inc.
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Learn to say “no” to certain foods and don’t give in to the social pressures of eating
With a little bit of discipline and planning, this can be one of the healthiest holiday seasons you’ve ever had. Holiday Food Consumption Guide 101 Here are some tips that will help you stay on track with your healthy eating lifestyle:
The holidays are a great time to celebrate with family and friends but they are also associated with an abundance of food and a decrease in physical activity. This can cause weight gain, which can cause aches and pains. With these 10 simple tips, you’ll be able to stay healthy (and possibly shed unwanted pounds) this holiday season: •
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Chew food slowly. It takes time for your brain to perceive ‘fullness’ in your stomach. Besides, chewing food slowly allows you to savor the taste of the food.
How Physical Therapy Can Help This Holiday Season Physical activity is extremely important at this time of the year, given the inevitable increase in calorie intake during the holidays. Diet is just one part of the equation, which is why physical therapy is so important. It’s a good idea to schedule an appointment with your physical therapist to learn a safe, effective exercise program to maintain optimum muscle strength and flexibility. When you combine discipline in your diet with a personalized exercise program, the holidays can become a time of great rejuvenation.
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Franklin Performing Arts Company Presents Two Holiday Musicals This Season The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents two original FPAC musicals, Humbug! A Beggar’s Opera and ’Tis the Season!, for the holidays this year. A family favorite since debuting as part of FPAC’s 2008 season, Humbug! is an original musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol starring the script’s writer, Nick Paone, as Scrooge. With musical hits of every genre and live accompaniment by a 10-piece band of professional musicians, Humbug! transports audiences from Dick-
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Paone has reinvented the Dickens story for a modern audience, producing satire with updated references to current events and pop culture. As Scrooge embarks on his transformative journey of selfredemption, he faces his nighttime visitors with unexpected twists and hilarious turns along the way. The plotline is supported by an entertaining and accessible score that includes creative treatments of Broadway and pop hits. A talented cast of 40 brings Paone’s fresh interpretation of Dickens’ work to the stage. ’Tis the Season!, an original large cast musical first presented by FPAC in 1995, returns by
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Give a Gift that Gives Back this Season They never stop giving. Last week we had to plead with Ruth Willemain, age 79, to let us load her order into her van for her. If we hadn’t stopped, her she’d have loaded the entire 60+ cases herself!
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“Malachi House has been operating for 26 years, and has never taken a cent from its residents,” adds Willemain. “We hope to be able to do the same.”
Their dream: a home for the terminally ill – Harmony House of Western Massachusetts – a loving home where those who are living their final days will find love, peace and comfort. And their plan: to continue with their fund raising efforts until they are able to purchase and staff that home – and build a lasting structure of support around it. Selling Trappistine Quality Candy has been part of their fund-raising efforts from the start. And the Sisters of Mount St. Marys Abbey are delighted that the work of their hands is helping to build something that will further serve those in need! “We are pleased to brighten the occasions throughout the year with our candy. We are especially busy during the holiday season, as customers find our candy a perfect gift for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, or Christmas. It gives us even more joy to know that our candy is helping to build a home that will bring people comfort and care.” Ruth, after 45 years of teaching, went into hospice and nursing home care. A friend of her sister’s was a resident at a similar home for the terminally ill, in Cleveland, OH - Malachi House of Hope and they paid a visit. “I walked through the doors and I was enveloped by love. This was
Ruth and Jeanne used to visit St. Joseph’s Abbey in Spencer, MA a community of Trappist monks who are “brothers” to the Trappistines of Trappistine Quality candy, and found the candy in their gift shop. Being affordable, made with all natural ingredients, and “Made with Love and Prayers”, Ruth saw it as a perfect candidate for her fund-raising efforts! This fall, they are scheduled to sell the candy at several churches and Christmas Bazaars in the Holyoke area. They have seven venues scheduled every weekend between November 8th and December 14th in Westfield, Ludlow, Chicopee, South Hadley, and Holyoke (see list of addresses and times below.) They never stop giving. At the ages of 79 and 82, long after retirement age, they work tirelessly to build the foundation under their dream. “We’re fortunate enough that God has left us on this earth for this long,” Ruth adds, “so we want to continue to find ways to serve Him.” If you’d like to support Harmony House of Western Massachusetts, and you can’t visit one of their fundraisers this Christmas season, please visit their web site www. harmonyhousewma.org or you can call Ruth at 413-534-0704 or Jeanne at 413-592-7889. They continue to raise funds toward their goal of $800,000. They are looking for Volunteers, Board
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Swim Teams Eye Titles By Christopher Tremblay The King Philip swim team under the guidance of Coach Kathy White found itself on very different paths last winter. This season both teams seem to be looking to be on the same trajectory toward the Hockomock League Championship. Since the boys program began at King Philip the team has never finished lower than the league title capturing the championship six straight seasons, in addition to winning the South Sectional Championship last year. The girls, according to Coach White, were involved in a rebuilding season last winter going 2-3 in the league and 7-3-1 overall. Although the male Warriors have found themselves atop the league, White is a little apprehensive about capturing their seventh straight title this winter as the team has lost some key components to last year’s undefeated squad. Gone from the pool are Chris DiGiacomo, Luke Sprague, Dillan Whyte and Matt Vieira.
“Going undefeated last year is definitely going to be tough to repeat,” the coach said. “We don’t have the same type of numbers that we had last year, so I’m hoping that the younger class steps up and keeps us at the level we’ve been accustomed to.” KP will be lead by senior captains Mike Choate and Mason King. Choate is a 200 freestyle and 100 backstroke champion, while King, a football player, will swim the harder events for the Warriors. “Mike is swimming better than ever. He’s a year round swimmer who has pushed himself even harder this off-season,” the coach said. “He’s hoping to repeat as sectional champion and take it to the next level and earn a state championship.” Other male returners for KP will be sophomore Jack Poppenberger, who is a versatile swimmer, and junior Alex DiGiacomo. Both swimmers qualified for the sectionals last year.
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While the boys have been successful over the last six seasons, the girls are looking to climb that mountain as well and hopefully compete for the league title. “This year we have a good core group of athletes as well as a new bunch of freshmen that should give us the depth,” White said. “I’m hoping that the girls can make a run at the Hock. We also have a diver in Kara Angelo, something that we didn’t have last year, and she should help us out earning some points as well.” Leading the way for the KP girls team will be senior captain Ellie Lambalot, a swimmer who has placed in the distance events in the sectionals and states last fall. Two other seniors to take to the pool once again will be Cara McCarthy (200 IM and 100 breaststroke) and Sydney Nasson (distance). Holland Nievergelt, who swam the butterfly and breaststroke last fall before she got sick, is ready to take to the water and is feeling great. According to the coach, Nievergelt was not feeling well that year and was not available to swim in the tournament. In addition to the female swimmers returning, King Philip has a good number of freshmen club swimmers taking to the pool this winter for the Warriors. “Club (swimming) is a long grueling season by joining the high school team they are looking to get some instant recognition,” White said. “Luckily our practices are in the early mornings so the girls can still swim for the club team in the afternoon.” If all goes in King Philips favor, the boys should capture their seventh straight Hockomock League Championship while the girls capture their first title and begin their own streak.
Cross Country Championships Find a Home in Wrentham
Runners in one of the races take off from the starting line.
The 2014 MIAA Eastern Mass Cross Country Championships were held on the grounds of the Wrentham Developmental Center on November 8th. Under a brilliant blue sky, over 150 schools and 1,800 runners participated in the hopes of qualifying for the All-State Meet. More than 2,500 spectators were on hand to cheer on the runners over the course of the day. Held for many years at Franklin Park in Boston, the event was moved to Wrentham in 2012 because of extensive course repairs at the storied Boston location. Last year, scheduling and parking issues at Franklin Park cemented the Wrentham location for the meet, the largest cross country event in the state. The Wrentham location boasts ample parking and is considered a more spectator-friendly course than Franklin Park. Its wide-open vistas ensure fans can see much of the race from many vantage points. The Franklin Park location is considered a more traditional course in that it contains fields, woods, and hills. Spectators at Franklin Park, however, spend a lot of time moving quickly from location to location to catch a glimpse of the runners, and much of the position-jockeying amongst the athletes happens in the woods away from the crowds. The Franklin Park site brims with running history. Legendary Massachusetts runners and record-holders such as Olympian Shalane Flanagan, Alberto Salazar (Nike Oregon Project head coach), and Andy Powell (University of Oregon coach) all ran
at Franklin Park in high school. NCAA cross country regional races are held at Franklin Park, and the location has even hosted the World Cross Country Championships in 1992. Historically, Massachusetts high school runners have enjoyed the Franklin Park location since they could compare their times with worldclass runners participating at the same age.
The Wrentham Developmental Center course is not without issues. The site hosts smaller high school meets and has been known for difficult footing and high grass, leading to injuries for the runners. When the Eastern MA Cross Country Meet was moved to Wrentham two years ago, the Massachusetts State Track Coaches Association (MSTCA) put work into the course to ensure a better experience for the athletes. The King Philip Cross Country teams ran in the Division 3 race. The boys’ team finished 16th, with junior Brandon Sullivan taking the top spot for KP (22nd overall). The girls’ team finished 12th, with senior Abby Seaburg earning the top spot (12th overall). For a complete list of runners and teams participating in the Eastern MA XC races, see www. coolrunning.com.
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Jim Lehan Is Prepared For His Second Season By ken hamwey Staff Sports Writer The ice hockey team at King Philip Regional missed a playoff berth by one game in coach Jim Lehan’s first year at the helm. Chances are there’ll be no sophomore jinx for the coach or his Warriors. “I’m an optimist and also a realist,’’ said Lehan whose squad finished at 9-10-1 last year, losing out on a tourney berth after dropping a 5-2 decision to North Attleboro in the final game of the regular season. “We can be in the mix for the playoffs and we can contend for the KellyRex Division title if we employ our system. That means being disciplined and aggressive with our fore-checking and being tenacious on defense. Also, our goaltenders will need to gain experience quickly because Dylan Unger has graduated.’’ The Warriors lost only five seniors to graduation, and the junior varsity team finished with a 14-3-1 record last year, which bodes well for the 2014-15 contingent that will include 20 players. Lehan, who greeted his squad for pre-season practice on Dec. 1, likes three assets his second-year squad possesses. “We’ve got the basics down,’’ he said. “The players know the coaches and vice-versa. We’ve gone through the initial learning experience. Secondly, we’re a strong-skating team that will have a strong defense. And, thirdly, we’ll be balanced. Last year, we had only one line that was exceptional in scoring goals.’’ Lehan’s captains, a trio of sejim Lehan prepared for second season
niors who lead by example, are defenseman Brandon King and forwards Tom Hanson and Paul Lyons. “I treat them like they’re assistant coaches,’’ said Lehan, who played in goal and on defense at Noble & Greenough School and later competed as a defenseman for Tufts University at the club level. “Tom and Paul will return at center along with junior Sam Ross, Lehan noted. “Tom scored 14 goals and had 16 assists last year. The three centers are skilled, they’re play-makers who are aggressive and they’re strong skaters.’’ Seniors returning at the wing slot are Jason Bolduc, Mike Galetta, Bobby Dugan, Robert Boardman and Greg Jacobson. “They’re all talented, they’re strong skaters and they all are high-motor players,’’ Lehan emphasized. “What we’re aiming for with this group is more cohesiveness.’’ Other returning wings include juniors Mat Smith and Rich Lucente and sophomore Zach D’Amico. “Mat is an all-around skater who can play wing or center,’’ Lehan said. “Rich is a strong skater and he’s energetic, a player for whom we have high expectations. Zach had 13 goals and 17 assists. He’s very skilled on offense and he’s magic with the puck.’’ A half dozen players will return on defense led by King, senior Ethan Douglas and juniors Clay Geuss, Payton Rochon, Kyle McCarthy and Cory Lombardo. “This group represents one of our main strengths,’’ said Lehan, who’s coached and officiated in Georgia, Maryland and Mas-
sachusetts. “They know the fundamentals and they facilitate the breakout well. They’re disciplined and instinctive.’’ Sam Thompson is a returning goalie who’ll be joined by juniors Evan Remmes and Mickey Riley and freshman Shane Fromer. “Sam was our backup last year and he’s fundamentally sound,’’ Lehan noted. “They all have different styles and some have gone to camps to improve. What they lack is game experience.’’ Lehan expects between 6-8 of last year’s jayvees to challenge veterans at all positions. “They’ll push for playing time on the varsity,’’ he said. Lehan’s coaching staff remains intact from last year. Paul Carlow will coach the forwards, Eddie Movsessian will guide the jayvees and help with the varsity, Brock Foster will instruct goaltenders and Lehan will focus on defense. The Warriors, who will open their season at Somerville on Dec. 13, will be involved with a season-long charitable event. They’ll be raising money for the Wounded Warriors, a project that assists injured military veterans. “Our goal is to raise $5,000,’’ Lehan said. “Anyone who wants to donate can do so by going to the Wounded Warriors web site where we’re listed as a fund-raising group. We’ll also be selling camouflaged hockey shirts to reach our goal. We plan to support a charity every year.’’ A tournament berth and donating $5,000 or more to Wounded Warriors would represent an ultra-successful season for the King Philip hockey team.
KPW Introduces Hockey to New Skaters King Philip Walpole Youth Hockey introduced 27 new players to ice hockey as part of USA Hockey’s nationwide Try Hockey for Free event last month at Norfolk Arena. KPW players and first time skaters enjoyed an afternoon of hockey together.
Supported by KPW coaches and players, boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 12 geared up and took the ice for the first time in a fun atmosphere aimed at providing first-time players an opportunity to try hockey without making a big commitment.
Last season, KPW played host to three such events, and welcomed more than 70 first-time players to the sport.
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Pet Corner Santa and Pet/Family Photo Day at Dirty Dawg to be held December 7 Pets and people are invited to Norwood’s Dirty Dawg Wash at 1 Wilson Street (corner of Route 1A) for Santa Pet/Family Photo on Sunday, December 7, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, to get a 2013 holiday memento – a 4 X 6 photo, for a $10 donation. Digital copies will also be available. Dog nail trimming will also be offered for $10. All proceeds will benefit
a great photograph. It’s a joy to watch families pose their 4-legged family members and then tease them with a favorite toy, motion or sound, to get their pets to look in the right direction for a great photo op! Sometimes it’s just the pets, sometimes it’s with one or more family members. There’s always lots of smiles – of people and pets!”
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Calendar of Events November 30 Wrentham Tree Lighting, Town Common, 5 p.m. December 2 Ed Morgan Sing-Along - Join Ed Morgan for a sing-along with great music and dancing. A splendid time for everyone! Caregivers must remain with children. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main St., Norfolk. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesday Afternoon Book Discussion Group - Spend an enjoyable Tuesday afternoon at the library with people who share similar interests. This is a general book discussion group that explores a variety of contemporary and retrospective fiction as well as selected non-fiction titles. This group meets at 1:30 p.m. on the 1st Tuesday of each month and is facilitated by Robin Glasser. The December book is Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bojalian. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main St., Norfolk. The Holly Club of Wrentham will be enjoying their annual Christmas party in the beautifullydecorated Proctor Mansion Inn on Tuesday, Dec. 2. A delicious menu is being planned and catered by Café Assisi. Members are reminded to bring unwrapped children’s pajamas as well as hats, gloves and mittens for the elementary school. December 3 Multi-Age Storytime - Age 2 and up with a caregiver. An interactive drop-in story time with songs, games, and a hands-on activity. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main St., Norfolk. 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM On My Own Storytime - Age 3 and up. An independent story time experience with books, songs, and a hands-on activity. Children are encouraged to attend this program alone, but caregivers must remain in the building. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main St., Norfolk. 1:30 to 2 p.m. December 4 Mother Goose on the Loose! Age 0-3 with caregiver. A highly interactive program for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. Join us for music, rhymes, lap bounces, and more! This is a drop-in program. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main St., Norfolk. 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Evening Book Discussion Group
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caregiver meets on Fridays at 9:30. Toddlers (walkers) to age 2 1/2 with Mom, Dad or caregiver meets on Fridays at 10:30. Meet new friends, play with the new toys and gym equipment purchased with funds from the Friends of Fiske!!! Come join the fun! No registration required just DROP IN. If arriving before 10AM please ring doorbell. Fiske Public Library, 110 Randall Rd., Wrentham. December 12 - 14 The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents Humbug! an original musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol starring the script’s writer, Nick Paone, as Scrooge. With musical hits of every genre and live accompaniment by a 10-piece band of professional musicians, Humbug! transports audiences from Dickensian England to contemporary America as the novel’s characters and storyline are cleverly reimagined with modern setting and dialogue. Newly restaged for THE BLACK BOX, Humbug! delivers a holiday gift of hilarity with a timely and timeless message. Performances of Humbug! are on December 12 at 7:30 p.m., December 13 at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m., and December 14 at 2 p.m. Humbug! will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, FPAC’s new home and performance venue located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. For more information and tickets to FPAC holiday shows, visit www.fpaconline.com or call (508) 528-33 December 19 Baby/Toddler Playgroup - Birth to pre-walkers with Mom, Dad or caregiver meets on Fridays at 9:30. Toddlers (walkers) to age 2 1/2 with Mom, Dad or caregiver meets on Fridays at 10:30. Meet new friends, play with the new toys and gym equipment purchased with
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fpac’s The Nutcracker To Feature Boston Ballet Soloists, Professional Orchestra And 125 Area Dancers The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) proudly presents The Nutcracker, bringing Boston ballet stars, world-class musicians and 125 area dancers to one suburban stage. A popular holiday tradition for more than 20 years, The Nutcracker remains a highly anticipated and treasured part of the FPAC season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, the
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FPAC’s production also showcases the talents of scores of area students, ages 6 and older, from many regional communities and local dance schools. Performers cast in featured roles include Mairead Nee of Walpole as Clara; Sam Evans of Medfield as Fritz; Shaina McGillis of Franklin as Dew Drop Fairy and Mouse Queen; Noura Sander of Easton as Snow Queen (Saturday) and Arabian Soloist (Sunday); Kendra Dombroski of Franklin as Snow Queen (Sunday) and Arabian Soloist (Saturday); Sarah Radford of Wrentham as Kissy Doll and Spanish Soloist; Jared Brouillette of Holliston as Harlequin and Chinese Soloist; Elizabeth Kilgallon of Medway as Soldier Doll and Candy Cane Soloist (Sunday); Phoebe Dias of Norfolk as Soldier Doll; Lauren Szczepanowski of Franklin as Candy Cane Soloist
(Saturday); Mikaela Guidice of Norfolk as Marzipan Soloist; and Medway’s Alli Tomsik and Haley Desjarlais as Marzipan Soloists. Founded in 1991, the nonprofit FPAC supports educational arts experiences, quality entertainment and outstanding performance opportunities for professional artists, community performers and students of the arts. With a focus on youth development and a commitment to live music, FPAC productions draw performers and audiences from more than 100 communities throughout the region. Big Y and Waters Corporation are 2014 FPAC Holiday Performance Sponsors. For tickets to The Nutcracker and more information, visit www.fpaconline.com or call (508) 528-3370.
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Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals works because deductions may be taken based on when the expense was charged on the credit card, not when the bill was paid. For example, if you charge a medical expense in December, but pay the bill in January, assuming it's an eligible medical expense, it can be taken as a deduction on your 2014 tax return.
Once again, tax planning for the year ahead presents more challenges than usual, this time due to the numerous tax extenders that expired at the end of 2013. These tax extenders, which include nonbusiness energy credits and the sales tax deduction that allows taxpayers to deduct state and local general sales taxes instead of state and local income taxes, may or may not be reauthorized by Congress and made retroactive to the beginning of the year. More significant however, is taxable income in relation to threshold amounts that might bump a taxpayer into a higher or lower tax bracket, thus, subjecting taxpayers to additional taxes such as the Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT) or an additional Medicare tax. In the meantime, let's take a look at some of the tax strategies that you can use right now, given the current tax situation. Tax planning strategies for individuals this year include postponing income and accelerating deductions, as well as careful consideration of timing related investments, charitable gifts, and retirement planning. General tax planning strategies that taxpayers might consider include the following: Sell any investments on which you have a gain or loss this year. For more on this, see Investment Gains and Losses, below. If you anticipate an increase in taxable income in 2015 and are expecting a bonus at year-end, try to get it before December 31. Keep in mind, however, that contractual bonuses are different, in that they are typically not paid out until the first quarter of the following year. Therefore, any taxes owed on a contractual bonus would not be due until you file a tax return for tax year 2015. Prepay deductible expenses such as charitable contributions and medical expenses this year using a credit card. This strategy
If your company grants stock options, you may want to exercise the option or sell stock acquired by exercise of an option this year if you think your tax bracket will be higher in 2015. Exercise of the option is often but not always a taxable event; sale of the stock is almost always a taxable event. If you're self-employed, send invoices or bills to clients or customers this year in order to be paid in full by the end of December. Accelerating Income and Deductions Accelerating income into 2014 is an especially good idea for taxpayers who anticipate being in a higher tax bracket next year or whose earnings are close to threshold amounts ($200,000 for single filers and $250,000 for married filing jointly) that make them liable for additional Medicare tax or Net Investment Income Tax (see below). Here are several examples of what a taxpayer might do to accelerate deductions: Pay a state estimated tax installment in December instead of at the January due date. However, make sure the payment is based on a reasonable estimate of your state tax. Pay your entire property tax bill, including installments due in year 2015, by year-end. This does not apply to mortgage escrow accounts. It may be beneficial to pay 2015 tuition in 2014 to take full advantage of the American Opportunity Tax Credit, an above the line deduction worth up to $2,500 per student to cover the cost of tuition, fees and course materials paid during the taxable year. Forty percent of the credit (up to $1,000) is refundable, which means you can get it even if you owe no tax. Try to bunch "threshold" expenses, such as medical and dental expenses (10 percent of AGI starting in 2013) and miscellaneous itemized deductions. For example, you might pay medical bills and dues and subscriptions in whichever year they would do you the most tax good. Threshold expenses are deductible only to the extent they exceed a certain percentage of adjusted gross income (AGI). By bunch-
ing these expenses into one year, rather than spreading them out over two years, you have a better chance of exceeding the thresholds, thereby maximizing your deduction.
In cases where tax benefits are phased out over a certain adjusted gross income (AGI) amount, a strategy of accelerating income and deductions might allow you to claim larger deductions, credits, and other tax breaks for 2014, depending on your situation. The latter benefits include Roth IRA contributions, conversions of regular IRAs to Roth IRAs, child credits, higher education tax credits and deductions for student loan interest. Healthcare Reform If you haven't signed up for health insurance this year, it's not too late to do so--and avoid or reduce any penalty you might be subject to. Healthcare subsidies are also a potential tax planning issue. Please contact us if you need assistance with this.
If you are employed or selfemployed with no retirement plan, you can make a deductible contribution of up to $5,500 a year to a traditional IRA (deduction is sometimes allowed even if you have a plan). Further, there is also an additional catch-up contribution of $1,000 if age 50 or over. Health Savings Accounts. Consider setting up a health savings account (HSA). You can deduct contributions to the account, investment earnings are tax-deferred until withdrawn, and amounts you withdraw are tax-free when used to pay medical bills. In effect, medical expenses paid from the account are deductible from the first dollar (unlike the usual rule limiting such deductions to the excess over 10 percent of AGI). For amounts withdrawn at age 65 or later, and not used for medical bills, the HSA functions much like an IRA. To be eligible, you must have a high-deductible health plan (HDHP), and only such insur-
Additional Medicare Tax
If you're a taxpayer close to the threshold for the Medicare Tax, it might make sense to switch Roth retirement contributions to a traditional IRA plan, thereby avoiding the 3.8 percent Net Investment Income Tax as well
Summary These are just a few of the steps you might take. Please contact us for help in implementing these or other year-end planning strategies that might be suitable to your particular situation. Jeffrey Schweitzer can be found at Northeast Financial Strategies Inc (NFS) at Wampum Corner in Wrentham. NFS works with individuals and small businesses providing financial and estate planning, insurance, investments and also offers full service accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, income tax preparation, and notary public services. For more information, stop by the office, call Jeffrey at 800-560-4NFS or visit online - www.nfsnet.com
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Taxpayers whose income exceeds certain threshold amounts ($200,000 single filers and $250,000 married filing jointly) are liable for an additional Medicare tax of 0.9 percent on their tax returns, but may request that their employers withhold additional income tax from their pay to be applied against their tax liability when filing their 2014 tax return next April. High net worth individuals should consider contributing to Roth IRAs and 401(k) because distributions are not subject to the Medicare Tax.
ance, subject to numerous exceptions, and must not be enrolled in Medicare. For 2014, to qualify for the HSA, your minimum deductible in your HDHP must be at least $1,250 for single coverage or $2,500 for a family.
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Other Year-End Moves Retirement Plan Contributions. Maximize your retirement plan contributions. If you own an incorporated or unincorporated business, consider setting up a retirement plan if you don't already have one. It doesn't actually need to be funded until you pay your taxes, but allowable contributions will be deductible on this year's return. If you are an employee and your employer has a 401(k), contribute the maximum amount ($17,500 for 2014), plus an additional catchup contribution of $5,500 if age 50 or over, assuming the plan allows this much and income restrictions don't apply.
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Prepare Far Ahead for Long-Term Care Costs November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month – a month dedicated to educating the public about the need to prepare for the potentially devastating costs of long-term care. And the more you know about these expenses, the better prepared you will be to deal with them. To begin with, just how expensive is long-term care? Consider this: The average cost for a private room in a nursing home is more than $87,000 per year, according to the 2014 Cost of Care Survey produced by Genworth, a financial-services company. And the average cost of an assisted living facility, which provides a level of care that is not as extensive as that offered by a nursing home, is $42,000 per year, according to the same Genworth study. All long-term care costs have risen steadily over the past several years, with no indication that they will level off. Many people, when they think about long-term care at all, believe that Medicare will pay these costs — but that’s just not the case. Typically, Medicare only covers a small percentage of long-term care expenses, which means you will have to take responsibility. Of
course, if you are fortunate, you may go through life without ever needing to enter a nursing home or an assisted living facility, or even needing help from a home health-care aide. But given the costs involved, can you afford to jeopardize your financial independence — or, even worse, impose a potential burden on your grown children? To prevent these events, you will need to create a strategy to pay for long-term care expenses — even if you never incur them. Basically, you have two options: You could self-insure or you could “transfer the risk” to an insurer. If you were going to self-insure, you would need to set aside a considerable sum of money, as indicated by the costs mentioned above. And you would likely need to invest a reasonably high percentage of this money in growthoriented investments. If you chose this self-insurance route, but you never really needed a significant amount of long-term care, you could simply use the bulk of the money for your normal living expenses during retirement and earmark the remainder for your estate. However, if did need many years of nursing home care, you
could end up going through all your money. As an alternative, you could transfer the risk of paying for long-term care to an insurance company. Many plans are available these days, so, to find the choice that is appropriate for your needs, you will want to consult with a professional financial advisor. Here’s a word of caution, though: The premiums for this type of protection rise pretty rapidly as you get older, so, if you are considering adding this coverage, you may be better off by acting sooner, rather than later. None of us can know with certainty what the future holds for us. Ideally, you will always remain in good shape, both mentally and physically, with the ability to take care of yourself. But, as you’ve heard, it’s best to “hope for the best, but plan for the worst.” So, take the lessons of Long-Term Care Awareness Month to heart and start preparing yourself for every scenario. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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home MARKETPLACE It’s a Sign of the Times... It’s common knowledge in the real estate world that “the eye buys.” I use that phrase often, and I’m always mindful of that fact when I’m preparing my marketing materials. What can I do to catch the eye of the reader is the important question that every listing agent should be asking.
“the eye buys” continues to become the important factor in making the phone ring by the potential buyer. Aerial photography with the use of a Drone has become a standard practice for my real estate team, no matter what size, age or price range of the home. We use the services of Mass Aerial Productions for our aerial photos.
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