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Why Shop Local? By Donna Lane Have you been shopping in Norwood center recently? If not, you should! Despite a few empty storefronts, there are a number of vital businesses just waiting to give you the personal service that is missing at the mall and on-line. Brenner’s Children’s Shop has been a downtown mainstay for 42 years come January. The shop carries clothing for infants and toddlers in sizes 4 to 6x, boys suits from toddlers to husky as well as
First Communion and Christening garments. Aron and Martha Greenfield own the shop. As a former Girl Scout leader, I was delighted to see a local supplier of badges and uniforms. Martha says, “We are the only store that carries both Boy Scout and Girl Scout uniforms and badges in the MetroWest area. We have stocked them for the past 30 years.”
Norwood residents for the past 27 years. My two favorite items in the store were a gold and amethyst bracelet and a pair of Swarovski crystal blue jays. Pascale chuckled and said that they were the two most expensive items in the store. Of course! I wasn’t surprised. She pointed out that they had gift items starting at $20 and said their Wind &
Moving down the block, I stopped in to Chelala’s, the new jewelry and gift shop owned by Pascale and Philippe Chelale,
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How Norwood Voted in the November General Election Norwood residents chose Charlie Baker in the governor’s race and supported keeping casino gambling in the Bay State.
By Liz Taurasi The November General Election brought a new governor to office for the first time in eight years, and finally settled everything in the decision to bring casino gambling to the Bay State. Here’s a look at how Norwood voted in the Nov. 4 general election: In the governor’s race, LOCAL voters choose Charlie Baker over Martha Coakley (5,665 to 4,393). Norwood voters also re-elected long-time serving State Representative John Rogers, who garnered 61.88 percent of the vote receiving 6,244 votes to challenger Tim Hempton’s 3,836. Norwood also voted in favor of keeping the current gambling laws to allow casino gambling in the Bay State. Downtown Norwood
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Norfolk Wine & Spirits Changes Hours and Adds Delivery Services Known for having one of the best selections in Massachusetts of unique beer, wine, whisky, and liquors, Norfolk Wine & Spirits located at 206 Dedham Street in Norfolk, MA has made recent changes to their hours of operation on Sundays. Norfolk Wine & Spirits is now open at 10 a.m. on Sundays. Owner Bikram Singh also announced the newest addition to their website, which includes an on-
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How Norwood voted on the ballot questions:
• Question 1: Norwood residents voted in support of eliminating the gas tax by a margin of 16 percent with 5,927 voting in support of the measure, and 4,290 voting against it.
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• Question 2: Norwood residents voted against expanding the state’s bottle bill law by a wide margin with only 1,896 voters in support of the measure and 8,503 voting against it. • Question 3: Norwood residents voted in support of allowing casino gambling in the state. A no vote would keep the current laws intact, a yes vote would have prohibited casino gambling. In Norwood, 6,871 voted to allow casino gambling, while 3,489 voted to prohibit it from the state. • Question 4: Norwood residents voted in favor of earned sick time for employees with 5,720 voting in favor of the measure and 4,567 voting against it.
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• Question 5: Norwood residents voted in favor of this question which asked voters in 11 districts in the state, includ-
ing the 12th Norfolk District, to instruct their state representative to vote in favor of legislation to require all non-hospital facilities performing more than 10 abortions a year to be licensed as “clinics” and be inspected at least every two years by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. In Norwood, 6,538 voters voted in support of the question, while 2,620 voted against it.
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Deborah B. Goldberg 5,131 Michael J. Heffernan 4,512 Ian T. Jackson 287 Auditor
Suzanne M. Bump 5,203 Patricia Saint Aubin 4,100 MK Merlice 286 Representative in Congress (uncontested race)
Below are vote totals in Norwood in all races on the November ballot:
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Baker and Pollito 5,665
Stephen F. Lynch 8,142 Robert L. Jubinville 6,902 Michael F. Rush 7.142
Coakley and Kerrigan 4,393
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John H. Rogers 6,244
Lively and Saunders 71
Tim Hempton 3,836
McCormick and Post 68 Senator in Congress
Edward J. Markey 5,923 Brian J. Herr 4,210 Attorney General
Maura Healy 6,107 John B. Miller 3,977 Secretary of State
William F. Galvin 7,069
Norfolk County District Attorney (uncontested race)
Michael W. Morrissey 7,230 Register of Probate (uncontested race)
Patrick W. McDermott 6,981 County Treasurer (uncontested race)
Joseph A. Connolly 7,032 County Commissioner
David D’Arcangelo 2,793
Peter H. Collins 5,644
Daniel L. Factor 259
Michael J. Soter 3,566
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Local Nail Salon Raises Money for Breast Cancer Victims Bella Caggiano If you have seen a manicure with a pink ribbon or pink sparkle glitter tips, thank the wearer because they are likely a client of a ForeverFrench Nail Salon and that generous donated money towards the salon’s October Breast Cancer Fundraiser.
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Kerry Webber-Scalzo, owner of the ForeverFrench Nail Salons in Norwood and Franklin holds a yearly fundraiser to support those effected with breast cancer. Every October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she invites her clients to join her in the fight against breast cancer. The unique turn she takes with her donations, however, is that all the money raised goes directly to those individuals stricken by the disease to help with bills and every day necessities. “I started it because I wanted to help locally,” Webber-Scalzo said.
“I like to keep it local instead of a big organization. I think that’s better.” Webber-Scalzo knows firsthand the impact cancer can have on a person, their family and household. Both her mother and aunt have been treated for the disease. Thankfully both are currently in remission. Webber-Scalzo raised $400 dollars from donations from 150 of her clients. As a thank you for their donation, which ranged from $1 to $50, Webber-Scalzo and her
staff would decorate nails in the signature pink tone. “Most people sported the pink ribbon or pink sparkle glitter tips, but many clients strictly donated because they had breast cancer or knew of someone that did,” Webber-Scalzo said. “Clients thought it was great, they loved the Breast Cancer nail art aspect of it also.” At press time, Webber-Scalzo was looking to present a donation to two or three Norwood and Franklin residents.
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Fire expandable bangles, which are labeled “eco-sustainable jewelry,” are very popular with the teen set – 13 and up – as are the Rembrandt silver charms. Part of the purchase price of the Wind & Fire line goes to support a number of charities. In addition to fine jewelry, Chelala’s sells Llardro, Lenox classics, Byer’s carolers, jewelry boxes, San Francisco music boxes, water globes, snow babies, wall and mantle clocks, Cape Cod jewelry and Chamilia beads and charms, a favorite of Oprah Winfry, Pascale says. I spoke with Philippe who said the 2014 Swarovski Christmas ornaments are now in stock and suggests calling 781-352-4005 to reserve one if interested. Each year Swarovski puts out a new
Local Town Pages www.norwoodtownnews.com ornament. “These collectibles go fast,” he says. Ron Wight, owner of Silver and Sage Flowers, specializes in creating unique, one of a kind designs for clients. Ron says he prefers to work with what’s in season and only uses super-fresh flowers. He doesn’t stock pre-made arrangements, but if you call ahead to 781-769-7690 “we’ll have something beautiful waiting for you,” he says. Ron also does wedding and funeral flowers, large church arrangements and special occasion flowers. His shop is delightful and has an array of silk arrangements on display. Disclaimer: I have worked with Ron on several occasions and know of his talent first-hand. He is a perfectionist and an outstanding designer. I use him for all of my floral needs. To get a sense of Ron’s design style, go to www.silverandsageflowers. com. Twice Is Nice, a higher end consignment shop, is run by owner
Lisa Rosenberg. “I’ve been here for 13 years,” Lisa says, “and have a lot of brand new items, many with tags still on them.” I noted quite a few like-new leather bags on a shelf and some lovely costume jewelry. “The jewelry is all new,” Lisa said. “I have beautiful things in great condition, all priced to sell.” Rock Re-dress, the newest store on the block, is run by owner Samantha Menard who sells mens, womens and childrens gently used clothing and accessories. Samantha says “some of the clothes are vintage, some are name brands, and all are priced low.” I crossed the street to meet with Charlotte Walsh, owner of Charles River Running. The shop has been in Norwood center for 2-1/2 years, specializing in running shoes, apparel and accessories from Brooks, Asics, Saucony, New Balance and Mizuno, Moving Comfort, Balega, Nathan and more. Charlotte does a complimentary
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Nicole was engaging, down to earth and just plain fun. It’s obvious that she loves what she does. Called the Denim Whisperer by many, her shop was Boston Magazine’s choice for Best Women’s Jeans, South (of Boston) in 2008. “We’re a destination store,” Nicole says. “You can find an outfit for any time – dressy or casual. And we’re affordable. My clothes also have a great shelf life,” she said. “They’re classic. You won’t tire of them; you’ll love them years from now, and you’re unlikely to see a lot of other women wearing
what you are.” After some time chatting about clothes, our moms and fashion in general, Nicole summed it up by saying “It’s all about looking good AND being comfortable.” My last stop was Woodstuff to speak with owner, Michael Truman. The store is the access from the parking lot on Central Street up to the downtown area. Mr. Truman has owned Woodstuff for 20 years. He sells handmade Oriental rugs, unfinished wood furniture – from bookcases to desks and dining room sets – and does a strong business with custom-made wood furniture, both for contractors and end-users. Mr. Truman says, “We focus on the old fashioned wood stuff that you don’t find any more…stuff that uses natural materials.” These shops are only a few of the offerings in downtown Norwood. We also have many restaurants from coffee and sandwich shops like Perks, Mug & Muffin and The Common Café to American and Pub offerings, Middle Eastern, Thai and Italian cuisine. If we want to help our downtown grow and thrive, we need to patronize our small businesses. But I hope you won’t stop there. From downtown, it’s just a short drive down Washington Street to Keegan’s Jewelers in South Nor-
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Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Holds 2nd Annual Spelling Bee The Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce (NVCC) held their 2nd Annual Corporate Spelling Bee in October 23 at Showcase Live in Patriot Place. This entertaining annual event gathered local business members and educators to compete alongside local students for a night of educational fun and community networking. All proceeds from the event benefitted he NVCC local scholarship fund. This year’s event consisted of 12 teams of three, including local business people, members of the Chamber’s executive and legislative committees, and one team of local students, all competing to win the coveted Honeybee Trophy.
The Locam Linguists ended up as the winning team, made up of three employees of the Law Offices of Clifford A. Monac, a Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce member, who took home this year’s Honeybee Trophy and bragging rights as the 2014 . The evening began with a cocktail reception featuring a cash bar and passed hors’ d’oeuvres. The Spelling Bee itself took take place shortly after, and helped to support the Neponset Valley Leadership Institute, an organization dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of the business world. The night’s special guest was Jim Lokay of WCVB Channel 5, who did a fantastic job of pronounc-
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wood, a mainstay in the community for 64 years. Keegan’s is a family-owned fine jewelry store where you can purchase a bracelet for $30-40 or a perfectly cut diamond. They offer appraisals and can tell you if a family heirloom is costume jewelry or is something of substantial value. Sean Keegan is especially proud of his staff. He states that,
“Keegan’s staff works as a team and everyone can do more than one job. Combined, we have over 150 years of knowledge and experience to repair, reconstruct, redesign or handcraft one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry.” Except for watch repair, Sean says everything is done on site. One thing is crystal clear. Small business owners pride themselves on their personal service to customers. We don’t get that at the malls. And we certainly don’t get
it if we shop on-line. Help keep our small businesses alive. Shop locally and often. It’s a win for them and for us when we do!! Donna Lane is a Norwood-based writer, lecturer and designer. You can reach her at addictedgardener@verizon.net.
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Norwood Generating Revenue from Textile Recycling By Liz Taurasi The average American throws away approximately 70 pounds of clothing, shoes, stuffed animals and other household textiles each year, but what can you do with these items you don’t feel right donating and normally pop into the trash? Thanks to a new textile recycling program in Norwood, residents can do their part to cut back on textile waste, while at the same time helping the town generate some revenue. There are 520 million pounds of textiles that end up in landfills and incinerators in Massachusetts every year, of which 95 percent can be recycled. The town of Norwood has teamed up with Bay State Textiles of Pembroke to help solve the problem of textile waste, launching a textile recycling program in town this past October. Now residents can drop off their unwanted textiles in containers located in the parking lot of each school in town, as well as at the
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conducted a study of the state’s trash, determining 4.9 percent of all trash was textiles. These textiles include; clothing, shoes, pocketbooks, household linens, stuffed animals, accessories, gloves and hats. Just to name a few. Following the study, Doris Burtman, Norwood’s Recycling Program Coordinator says, the state really made an effort to encourage all municipalities to do some kind of textile recycling. Over the years, the town of Norwood worked with various organizations, before hearing presentations from many for a full-scale textile recycling program and that’s when Norwood chose to work with Bay State Textiles this year. And while Bay State Textiles is a for-profit company, what Burtman says the town liked about them is they do really great things with the textiles they receive and reimburse cities and towns for every ton of textiles that’s diverted from the trash stream. Norwood receives $100 for every ton collected. In the first full month the containers were in place at the schools and the town’s compost site, Norwood totaled 11,500 pounds of textiles. Each school receives a check for how much is collected from each individual school’s container. The first pick up in town brought in a total of 13,655 pounds, generating $682.75, according to Kathryn Larsen, recycling development coordinator for Bay State Textiles. Larsen says the rollout of textile recycling in Norwood has been very successful.
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“Not only do the schools generate needed revenue, but it also helps to keep the trash tipping fees down in town,” Larsen said. “We take the good the bad the ugly, as long as it’s not contaminated with hazardous materials or is wet. If you can wear it, we’ll take it.” “We are all about keeping it local,” Larsen added. “There are good charities and not so good charities, but we give residents the option of where to put their unwanted textiles.”
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Santa Comes to Norwood Again Through NPATV! by
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The holidays are quickly approaching, and kids are making those Christmas lists. In Norwood, those lists make it to the North Pole via NPATV! Every year, Norwood Public Access TV (NPATV) hosts its annual and very popular Live Chat with Santa. an opportunity for kids to chat with Santa and maybe even have him read their Christmas list on the air!. This year’s Live Chat will take place on Wednesday, December 10, at 7 p.m. Children love this even because Santa comes directly to Norwood to pick up their lists personally,
and sometimes even read them on the air! During the programming, Norwood residents also read Christmas stories for the kids. This even is so widely received that the TV station had to get a new phone line in order to reach every young voice in Town. They now have call waiting so everyone will be able to have their questions asked, talk to Santa, and be able to obtain general information. A week before the show, the elementary schools remind the students know about Live Chat, so they have plenty of time to write down what they want for Christmas and send it to Norwood Public Access.
Michael Maloof, from NPA TV gives the lowdown on the event “We have somebody come up dressed as Santa, we decorate the whole studio in a Christmas theme, and we go live. And we have kids call in and they tell Santa what they want for Christmas. We put on a few packages of Norwood people reading Christmas stories. When we have dry times in the broadcast Santa will take out notes from the kids and he’ll read what they want.” Maloof said. The origination of Live Chat came from an unusual source; a wrong number. One day the station started receiving calls for Norwood Public Access in Norwood, Ohio. Callers were asking
about a Santa event happening in their town in Ohio. From there, the idea started to spread in the Norwood, MA station, and the rest is history. The event has been wildly popular since it started in 2007, and the staff at NPA TV is expecting a huge turn-out of viewers and callers. A total of 32 kids phoned in for last year’s event. The station also received 20 letters for Santa to read during the program. Sarah Sullivan, business manager for Norwood Public Access TV, talked about how busy the office is while putting on this event. “ All the full time staff works on it, which we don’t normally have for an evening event,” Sullivan
said. “We definitely need them all here and everybody really wants to be here for this event.” Maloof couldn’t be more excited for the event. “I love it, it’s one of the things I enjoy doing the most here every year,” Maloof said “It’s so much fun here, and the kids call in, and you can tell we’re all very excited about it. Live Chat with Santa will be held on Wednesday, December 10, at 7 p.m., on the Norwood Public Access TV channel. To find NPA through your cable carrier, visit their website at www.npatv. org. To chat with Santa on December 10, call Norwood Public Access TV at 781-551-0338.
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While We Sleep, Norwood’s Finest on the Job On November 6, at 11:20 pm Patrolman Tim McDonagh interrupted his patrol to gas his cruiser. It is certainly appreciated by the officer who’ll be taking that cruiser out on the 12-8 shift. He was at the Mobil station at Route 1 and Dean Street. We expect the other patrols were taking care of a variety of end of shift duties, finishing reports, giving their buildings another glance, maybe even glancing at a printed copy of the latest legal update or policy to come down from the top. Then it all changed in an instant. Officer McDonagh heard a smash of glass, or so he thought. He looked across to Advance Auto Parts and he saw a dark figure take
another swing at the glass door front. He did hear a smash. He did. He did. And He heard it again. He saw the figure crawl into the store through the gaping hole in the door. Is your adrenalin pumping? His was we’re sure. He radioed to the station that he believed he had a break in progress at Advance Auto Parts and he declared he would be approaching on foot. He heard an audible alarm sound. Lieutenant Benedetti, monitoring the broadcast, radioed all cruisers to respond and he started giving assignments for a perimeter. Officer McDonagh positioned himself at the southeast corner. Officer Haldiman, the first to arrive covered the back from the
southwest corner. He observed a red pick-up truck, running, occupied by a female in the dark shadows. He approached the woman who frantically attempted to dial a cell phone. Back at the front, the bandit appeared back out the door he went in. Despite Officer McDonagh identifying himself as the Police, and ordering him to stop, the thief began to run. Officer McDonagh doggedly pursued him and was joined by Patrolman Lopes, who had arrived with Lieutenant Benedetti, Patrolman Farioli, and Patrolman Baguma. The bandit found he could not shake Officers McDonagh and Lopes and finally obeyed their order to stop and lay
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The holiday season isn’t complete without a viewing of this classic 1947 film! All proceeds from the 3:30 Saturday showing and $1 of each ticket from the other showings go to the Norwood Circle of Hope Foundation.
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on the pavement. He was quickly placed into custody. Perhaps he was weighed down with the cash box (containing numerous rolls of coin) and burglarious tools he had stuffed into the backpack he carried. A significant amount of cash was found in his possession. It was seized, as were his gloves, face mask, tools, and hopes he might have had for freedom. Meanwhile, at the rear of the store, his moll waiting for him in the get-a-way car (a RED pick-up truck of all things) was arrested as well. She supplied all the wrong answers, or all the right answers, depending on your perspective. The fact that upon seeing Officer Haldiman approach her, she frantically tried to make a cell phone call, before he reached her door, add to suspicion. Returning to the store, the officers found the safe open and change littering the floor. Everything happened inside of two minutes: break, break, entry, response, emergence, custody. Arrested were: Peter Anastacio
Lopes age 34 of 44 Kimball Rd, Braintree. He is no relation to our Officer Lopes. Nor is he any match for him in a footrace. He is charged with B&E nighttime Felony, Break into depository (safe), Destruction of Property, Larceny over $250, Resisting Arrest. These charges bring him to over fifty on his adult BOP. He was a former employee of Advance Auto Parts. He was held on $50,000 bail to be arraigned this morning. Also arrested was Erica Lynn Horgan 32 of 65 McCormick Terrace, Stoughton. She is charged with the B&E and Break into Depository also and for Operating with a Suspended License. This incident was a fine example of the readiness of our patrol officers and supervisors on the four to midnight shift. As this pair rehash it all in their heads and wonder where they went wrong with this caper, maybe it’ll register that when they saw the sign “Entering Norwood” they should have just turned around.
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New Dressings at the 9th Annual Norwood Holiday House Tour “The holiday party is another great way to have fun with your friends,” Holmwood said. “We will have fabulous things on the raffle table, gift certificates, classes and stocking stuffers. We also eat, drink and sing Christmas carols.”
by Bella Caggiano The Norwood Annual Holiday House Tour is a great retreat from the bustle of the holiday season and enjoy the true flavor of this beautiful town. For the past eight years, the holiday house tour has given its participants fresh, ornamental decorating ideas within some of Norwood’s grandly decorated homes while also providing a fun, exciting event with friends and family. The icing on the red velvet cake is, all proceeds support
cocktails and make it a holiday party. I have never had anybody say they haven’t had a good time. “ This year’s tour will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2-6 p.m., rain or shine. The self-guided tour will begin at the historic Day House, 93 Day St. Participants will behold the ornamentation of a traditional Victorian Christmas on the first level and new this year, take in the second floor rooms which be theme-decorated by local decorators, businesses and organizations. Participants will then receive a list of the four residential addresses dressed up for the holiday season and explore the magnificent Tilton Memorial Carillon building, during a concert throughout the afternoon.
This event, sponsored by the Norwood Neighbors Committee, was launched in 2006, and is the largest fundraiser to support the preservation of the F. Holland Day House, a nationally registered historic building. The tour was created by Norwood residents Holmwood and Caroline Tamis, two of the seven members of Norwood Neighbors, who are enthused each year with the potential monetary benefits for their cause as well as the unique opportunity to showcase many of the fabulous properties throughout Norwood. Proceeds from the previous holiday house tours helped to reach the $30,000 goal to renovate the Day House portico which has been completed. Future funds will go towards replacing the home’s roof which is estimated at $50,000 or repairing its stucco exterior that has a price tag of $75,000. “We tried other fundraisers, but we just didn’t raise enough
money,” Holmwood said. “Other towns raise lots of money with their house tours, we thought, we have great houses, so maybe we should try it.” Tickets are currently on sale for $20 at the Norwood Recreation Building, 165 Nahatan St., Babels
Paint and Decorating, 23 Cottage St. or by calling 781-724-8883. “Please help to save this beautiful museum we have in this great town,” Holmwood explained. “We receive no town money for its restoration, just by selling tickets.”
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The entertaining afternoon concludes with refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and a fabulous raffle table, at the Norwood Art Association, at the WinSmith Marketplace, on Endicott St. House-tour visitors can also take in some holiday shopping at the many fabulous stores in the Mill during its extended hours that day.
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Precious Gifts By Donna Lane
Many of us look forward to the holidays. We see family and friends, exchange gifts and eat more than we probably should. But what of those who have noone with whom to share the holi-
days…or who don’t have enough food to feed their families…or money to buy a small present for a child? We hear reports of the elderly having to make a choice between
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medication and food, and of heads of household having to decide to pay for fuel or food. A recent study by the Federal Government notes that 1 in 9 residents of Massachusetts suffer with hunger. These statistics are troubling any time of the year, but even more so during the holidays. Ruth Taeger, executive director of the Norwood Food Pantry, says “November and December are critical months at the pantry. We get the largest number of clients during this time.” Recognizing these facts, the Norfolk County Register of Deeds recently announced it would hold its annual holiday food drive from November 17 to January 2. “Dropping off a food donation at the Registry or a local pantry could make a family’s holiday,” noted Register William P. O’Donnell.” Suggested donations include canned goods, breakfast cereals, pasta, sauces, toiletries and paper products. While food is a first priority, there are other gifts that the community generously provides. A number of churches, for example, erect “giving trees” after Thanksgiving. The trees list items requested by boys and girls along with their ages. Parishioners sign up to provide one or more of the items requested, then purchase, wrap and return them for distribution to the children. St. Timothy’s, St. Catherine’s and the United Church of Norwood continue the tradition this year.
The Norwood Bank has a similar program which they refer to as a “sharing tree”. “Customers, employees and community members all get involved,” says Christiana Rose, Norwood Bank assistant vice president of residential lending. “We have been doing this for more than 25 years and have always had great success with the program. Tags are hung on the lobby trees. Individuals take the tags, purchase and wrap the gifts. If there are any tags remaining, the bank shops for the difference.” With all of these trees, names of the recipients are anonymous. The local schools provide information to the organizations and gifts are brought to the schools for distribution as appropriate. At Dedham Institution for Savings, Gerard Lavoie, chief operating officer and executive vice president, says there are many giving programs sponsored by the bank’s branch offices, but the one supported by all branches is Toys for Tots. Collection boxes are set up at each branch. “The amount collected is amazing,” he says, “and it’s all due to the generosity of our customers and employees.” According to their website, Toys for Tots prefers not to accept realistic looking weapons and gifts with food. If donated, such items will not be distributed. They urge people to donate the type of toy they might give to their own child. Food and gifts are wonderful at this time of year. But, some-
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times the best gift of all is the gift of time. Do you know a shut-in, someone in the hospital or someone who lives alone? A visit from you could make a huge difference in a person’s life during the holidays. Charlotte Walsh, owner of Charles River Running, is a prime example of someone who gives of herself for the benefit of others. She puts on two local races each year, one in June and one in January. This is her third year doing this. It’s an enormous amount of work; one might say it’s a labor of love! Proceeds of all races are given to the community. The proceeds from last June’s race – put on with partner Napper Tandy’s – went to Norwood Meals on Wheels. The upcoming New Year’s Day 5K with partner Back On My Feet, an organization that works with homeless shelters in Boston, will attract between 300 and 400 people, she says. Proceeds will go to Back On My Feet to continue their programs for the homeless. This is an incredibly busy time of the year. Taking a little bit of time out of your day to help make another’s life better, easier or more joyful is the most precious gift you can give! May you all seek peace on earth … and show kindness to one another. Donna Lane is a Norwoodbased writer, lecturer and designer. You can reach her at addictedgardener@verizon.net.
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Luminary Night Continues to Shine Brighter Each Year Bella Caggiano The Circle of Hope Foundation invites Norwood residents to light up the lives of Circle of Hope recipients and the Norwood Common by purchasing a luminary that will be lit on Saturday, December 6, beginning at 5 p.m. (rain date, Sunday, December 7).
candles illuminate Norwood’s gazebo granting a spiritual rest and almost mystical quiet within this typically bustling time of year. The luminary bags are engraved with an individual name, message, prayer or date as a symbol of Life, Hope, the Season or in Remembrance of others.
For the past 13 years, memorable luminaries have lit up the Town Common walkways and offered family members and friends a few moments in their hectic schedules to pause and remember loved ones while also assisting their neighbors in need. For a few hours this special evening, white lights and
The Circle of Hope Foundation is again teaming up with the Norwood Theatre to combine Norwood’s local tradition with a timeless family classic, a screening of ‘Miracle on 34th Street,’ on Saturday, December 6, at 3:30 p.m. For those new to this holiday
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movie, the 1947 film stars a young Natalie Wood who doesn’t believe in Santa Claus, but has those beliefs challenged from a stranger named Kris who fills in as Santa in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. As the movie lets outs, theatergoers will be greeted with a sparkling site of luminaries lining the pathways of the Town Common. All proceeds from the 3:30 p.m. showing will be donated to the Circle of Hope Foundation. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children and seniors and can be purchased at the theater box of-
Norfolk County Register of Deeds Announces 8th Annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Drive Stating that one of the special gifts of Christmas is about bringing joy and happiness to others, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell announced that the Registry of Deeds will be sponsoring its eighth annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive for needy children. “The Registry of Deeds is always honored to partner with a longstanding charity like the Ma-
rine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive,” said Register O’Donnell. The Toys for Tots program dates all the way back to 1947, when the wife of a Marine wanted to donate a Raggedy Ann doll for Christmas and couldn’t find an organization to take it. Since then nearly a half billion gifts have been donated and given to deserving boys and girls. Register O’Donnell noted, “Much of the success for the
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drive deservedly goes to those altruistic people who drop off presents at the Toys for Tots sites. Today, approximately 16 million gifts are annually donated to more than 13 million deserving boys and girls throughout every state in the nation.”
fice. Encore showings will take place Saturday, December 6, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, December 7, at 2 p.m.
the community, maybe make a donation and absorb the peaceful surroundings of this magical night.
Last year, the Town Common glowed brighter than previous years with a record 1,805 luminary bags, beating last year’s showing and the largest single contribution to date. Local residents and volunteers came together to reflect, reminisce and embrace their present, past and future. Participants took leisurely walks through the Common to find their personal message, and even those without bags took time to pay their respects to
“Every candle that is lit is helping someone in Norwood,” Kennedy said. “You don’t know when you light that candle who you are helping.”
To this end, donations of new and unwrapped toys and games for toddlers and children up to 10 years of age can be brought directly to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Building located at 649 High St. in Dedham through noon Wednesday, December 18. A marked donation bin will be set up in the lobby which is open Monday through
Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Luminary bags are $5 each and can be purchased from any foundation board member, by calling 781-762-3549, mailing your check and message to, The Circle of Hope Foundation, 24 Myrtle Street, Norwood MA 02062 or in person the night of the event.
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Decorating for the Holidays By Donna Lane Have you admired the elegant holiday centerpieces on tables or mantles that you see in magazines? Would you love to create
something for your porch or entry to welcome guests? Do you want to decorate your Christmas tree more elegantly this year? Well, you can! And you don’t need to spend a fortune. Decorating for the holidays shouldn’t empty your wallet. It takes a bit more effort to figure out inexpensive decorating ideas, but digging deep into your creativity will help you come up with something unique and memorable.
First and foremost, you should choose accessories that appeal to you and make you feel joyful. If you need inspiration, visit local department, home décor or craft stores for ideas. Decide what kind of look you want – playThis planting shouts welcome! Bamboo poles ful, elegant, homespun, stained bright red are interspersed with folksy, natural – and sered twig dogwood, mixed evergreens and lect a color scheme that winterberry in this 3-pot entry planting. works with your home.
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Start with your outside entry. What you come up with can establish the theme of your holiday décor. The end result can also be left standing during the entire winter season. With a large pot or urn, some potting soil and a few seasonal decorations, you can create a welcoming display. Consider using a live 3-foot balsam fir or dwarf Alberta spruce. Plant the tree in the center of your container. Wrap the tree with indoor/outdoor LED lights. There’s nothing more welcoming than lights during the holidays! If you don’t want live trees, you could insert a cluster of red twig dogwood branches or more substantive white birch or stained bamboo poles in the center of your pot for color and height. Next, add a mixture of greens such as white pine, noble fir, berried juniper, incense cedar, frazier fir and variegated boxwood to fill your container. Finally, add decorations such as winterberry (real or artificial), ornamental seed heads and pinecones, and spray your creation with an antidessicant (e.g., WiltPruf) to keep it looking good through winter. You’re design is limited only by your imagination. Do you only have a window box planter? Don’t fret. Plant several 12 to14 inch evergreen trees, add yellow or red twig dogwood
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branches for height, and fill in with mixed greens. It’s a lot easier to fill outside planters before a freeze. Next, decorate your door. You can purchase a plain, pre-made wreath very inexpensively and then embellish it with additional greens, pods, pinecones and ribbon to suit your theme. Perhaps you want to use wreaths in your inside décor and let’s assume you’ve chosen a sophisticated White Christmas theme. There’s something very elegant about using white at Christmastime and there are many different
wreath ideas you can use to incorporate the white theme. Here’s one. Purchase several inexpensive grapevine wreaths and spray paint them silver. Add silver and white decorations and a delicate touch of color. Light blue or lavender mixed with white decorations gives a soft winter look. Pale blue mixed with silver and white creates a feeling of winter wonderland. Hang the wreaths stacked over each other leaving 4 to 6 inches between each. Set them on a blank wall or align them hori-
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zontally over your sofa or above the mantle for an elegant display. Need to decorate a sofa table? Here’s a simple and inexpensive idea. Gather twigs with some character, i.e., make sure the twig has some branching. Spray paint the twigs silver. Place them in a clear glass vase with clear marbles to hold them in place and embellish the branches with small silver ornaments. Use them alone or combine them as a vignette with white candles in hurricanes, silver and pearl ornaments in a low glass bowl, and a silver reindeer, Santa or other figurine. Staggering the height of your hurricanes using clear glass cake plates will create more interest than placing them all at the same height.
The only thing traditional about this tree is that it is green. Decorations are primarily copper, peach, blue and lavender.
Set your table. Use simple white dishes, silver chargers and glass hurricane candle holders. If you have it, this is a perfect time to use your crystal. Use a table runner. Fill a bowl with ornaments to create a stunning centerpiece. To keep a delicate, soft look, keep color to a minimum. Add silver, mirrored or pearl ornaments instead of colored balls to add sparkle and interest without taking away from the white theme. Try to find unique ball ornaments that stand out. Texture is key when decorating in a monochromatic theme.
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Now that you’re on a roll, you can tackle your tree. There are many holiday decorating ideas you can do on a budget. A few spray painted pine cones and Christmas ball ornaments laying on top of a buffet can be elegant. Personal collections of photos, carolers, Santas, or mercury glass make lovely displays mixed with bits of greenery. And they require little to no financial outlay. And don’t forget the fresh flowers. Paperwhites, poinsettias
and amaryllis abound this time of year and, kept to your color palette, will add warmth to your surroundings. May you all have blessed, sparkling holidays filled with family, friendship and fun. Donna Lane is a Norwood-based writer, lecturer, and designer. Her company, Lane Interiors & Gardens, provides holiday decorating services and consultations. You can reach her at LaneInteriors@ verizon.net.
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Saint Catherine’s Middle School Students Raise Funds For Breast Cancer During the month of October, in concert with the global fight against Breast Cancer, students, under the direction of 8th grade teacher Ms. Paula Pelaggi, and parents helped make pink ribbons and collected funds toward this worthwhile cause. Even the teachers got involved when the group was asked to support the campaign by wearing pink and denim to raise awareness of breast cancer. Ms. Pelaggi has been including the fundraiser for the past three years in the school’s Christian Service Program. About 20 Middle School students made pins and sold the ribbons in
their homerooms and at lunch to the students and teachers. Ms. Pelaggi wanted the students to become more aware because of the seriousness of breast cancer. “It affects so many women every year and has touched almost everyone’s life in some fashion.” Aidan and Austin Reardon and Lauren and Mikaela Fallon, two sets of twins who are in St. Catherine’s 8th grade class, commented on why they have been involved over the past three years. Lauren and Mikaela Fallon are involved because they have been directly impacted by someone having the disease in their family. Lauren
stated that finding the cure for breast cancer “will benefit more people so when they find a cure, there won’t be as many people living with this fear.” Austin and Aidan Reardon who also have a younger brother and sister at the school, said they know someone who battled breast cancer recently. “She was caught early enough,” Austin said. “I never thought about how it affects someone’s life until it happens, and then it
becomes a reality check.” Aidan Reardon was able to cite how many people are affected by this disease annually and how impor-
tant it is to support research and development to find a cure. Students raised $300 and sent a check to the American Breast Cancer Society on behalf of the Saint Catherine of Siena School students and faculty. Write up in 11/2/14 Week at a glance:
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O Christmas Tree Bella Caggiano Remember that tree at the top of the new DPW building on Nahatan St., next to the Civic Center? Contrary to what many might believe, the traditional festive symbol was not placed in anticipation of the holiday season. The fact is, an evergreen tree at the top of a new structure has quite a different meaning.
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According to Site Project Manager John Hobson, of Colantonio General Contractors, the Christmas tree is placed at the top of a new building as a “topping out” at the building’s highest point when the last piece of steel is put in place. The tradition, which was initiated by the National Iron Worker’s Union, now includes other union partners with police and fire and also typically adorns an American flag, which flew on the crane during construction. “The flag is to honor anyone who gets hurt in the line of duty,” Hobson said. Hobson explained that the tradition began in New York in the mid 1950’s. His knowledge on the
subject still fresh in his mind as he recently gave a lecture on this very question at the Weston Public Schools. “Ships were built out of wood and a branch was placed on the vessel to symbolize the growth of a tree,” Hobson said. There are other myths and theories floating around the internet regarding the origination of this custom, such as in 2700 BC Egypt when slaves placed a plant to honor those who died during construction, as a good luck charm for the building’s future occupants and even as an appeasement to spirits. Today, the tradition continues through workers unions to celebrate and honor the hard work and dedication of the men and women who stand behind their skills and provide a safe environment for businesses and the community. So now, when people spot a tree sitting in its most unusual position atop new construction, pause and take a moment to remember that the celebration of this milestone holds a much deeper meaning.
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The Little Things That Make Big Impacts When Remodeling Your Home When I am working with a client on a design or remodeling project, I take great pride in being able to suggest a little tip or trick that seems menial, but can really make a big difference in a space. It is so rewarding when a client says, “Wow, I never would have thought of that!” There are tips for every room of the house, but here are a few key kitchen design tricks to make your space look and function better. Undercabinet Lighting: If you do not have undercabinet lights in your current kitchen, I hate to say
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Out and About By Dawn C. Fitzgerald
By Dawn C. Fitzgerald
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For example, last September, certain Norwood School Committee members tried to pull a fast one on parents by changing “Christmas Break” (I have to use the scary “C” word now) to “Winter Recess” on the school calendar. Many townspeople opposed this. A town vote was taken in which 76% of the votes were in favor of reverting back to “Christmas Recess.” Yet this September, when I received my child’s school calendar, “Winter Recess” remained.
Dear Santa, Welcome back to you and the Missus, and of course those talented flying reindeer of yours! I hope this letter finds you all well rested and ready for this year’s toy making and coal mining season that is upon us once again. This year seemed to go by faster than most. I swear the flip flops on department store shelves’ were side by side with candy canes, garland, and ornaments as stores once again pushed past summer and fall and straight into holiday shopping mode. Please note Santa, I tried to avoid the “C” word, at least until the fourth paragraph of this month’s column. Don’t want to offend the P.C. police too early. I suppose we should get into this years’ coal getters-I’ll tell ya Santa there are a few that may need to be added twice to
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Santa, this should’ve been rectified per town vote. Not just because it was the right thing to do, but because that’s what the majority of the townspeople wanted. What they actually voted for. Yet, the wants and needs were tossed aside by members of the School Committee, ironically enough who townspeople voted to gain these positions in the first place. For
this they shouldn’t get lumps of coal, but rather rocks, or even boulders. And I know that I for one am looking forward to electing the next group of School Committee members-although I am still wondering if my vote does actually count for anything. Coal should also be awarded to the P.C. police as a whole. Especially this time of year when people battle manger scenes on government property yet have no problem adopting a holiday tree. I know you don’t like to rock the boat Santa, but let’s be realistic-a holiday tree? Really? Since when did Christmas become such a bad word? And if we are all supposed to be included, then why do I so often feel excluded. I celebrate Christmas. Aren’t my traditions, including a Christmas Tree, important to me? Actually I’m changing my mind on that gift big guy. I know that you are magical.
So instead of mining coal for these people, can you somehow create the gift of common sense? Put it in the P.C. police’s stockings? Wrap it up in paper and trim it with a big fat bow? Serve it on a plate besides this year’s turkey and mashed potatoes? I don’t care how they get this gift but it needs to be given, and soon, before the word “Christmas” is banished for good. So great bearded one, enough about the naughty list, let’s move onto the nice. I’d like to start with those serving this great country of ours,both past and present. Without them, I wouldn’t be allowed to freely write this column And Santa, to the first responders,police and fire fighters, medical teams, and all that try and often succeed to make daily changes in the world, give them all gifts that can’t be wrapped, like safety, hope, and health so they can continue to do their jobs.
I wish gratitude could be wrapped because there are so many I would send this to. As for my family, Santa, for the first time in months we will be given the gift of togetherness (although I’m sure there will be arguments and a few episodes of potentially killing one another Fitzgerald style). We will be together for a whole month (which hasn’t happened since August) as my oldest child returns home for what I am calling “Christmas Break” despite the Norwood School Committee and the P.C. police. To everyone I wish you all health and happiness this holiday season. Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and Happy Kwanza to all, and to all a good night. Dawn C. Fitzgerald is a freelance writer. She’d love to hear your comments at dawncfitz@ yahoo.com
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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
profit organization that supports Massachusetts Police Dogs. “We’re honored to be the recipient of Dirty Dawg Wash’s Santa Pet Photo Day for the 5th year,” said Kathy Hinds, President of Massachusetts Vest-a-Dog. “We look forward to seeing you bring your beloved pets to capture an extra-special holiday memory in 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!” Volunteers from Massachusetts Vest-a-Dog will be available at the Santa Pet Photo event to talk about their organization and will also offer 2015 calendars featuring Massachusetts police dogs (featuring “Mr. May” the adorable K9 puppy in a Boston Police Department harness, whose picture went viral – across the United States and around the world, at the end of October), logo Tshirts, hats, travel mugs, and window decals – all perfect for holiday gifts.
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PET CORNER “Think not what you can do for a cat but what a cat can do for you!” Many cat lovers can attest to the wonderful things cats can do for us. Any animal lover can tell you a heartfelt story about their rescue of needy four-legged creature. But we don’t hear often enough what a pet, a cat for example can offer to a senior citizen or handicapped person. Let’s rally for adopting a cat for elderly parents, friends and neighbors. Cats are relatively low maintenance. Cats can improve moods and get their humans to talk, interact and smile more. Caring for a pet cat, changing their water, scooping their litter, regular feeding and of course veterinary care, helps keep their guardians alert and active longer. Some scientific studies have been done revealing that senior citizens with cats tend to have lower blood pressure and will outlive other seniors without cats. Due to the lower maintenance care required by a pet cat versus other wonderful pets, handicapped individuals can usually complete regular cat care or those that cannot can get neighbors, family or friends to assist with the cats basic care without too much trouble. Even more so, the understanding a handicap human has can also be very useful in comforting a handicap animal. The ability for
someone with a disability to relate to an animal needing a little extra “something” can be a win:win relationship. Special needs cats are always seeking adoptive homes. Inquire about ours. Key thing to note; these lifelong forever friends bring way more to the plate in return for their care. It has been said that a cat’s purr is pure relaxation and stress relief. Studies are still discovering the amazing healing abilities of a cat’s purr. The purr’s vibrations help cats heal their own bones, joints and respiratory problems, and they’re opening the door on how we can use the sound and vibrations of purrs to heal ourselves, too. Many swear that a purring cat near their head will help or get rid of their migraines. BSAC is suggesting Seniors and their families reach out to find the right older cat to fulfill their lives. We also suggest people with any kind of disability seek the comfort of a feline whenever possible. Cats can enhance the quality of life for all of us. Email us today at info@baystateanimals.org regarding how a cat can fit into your life or the lives of others around you.
“Peace of Mind” cat sitting, can offer at home care for you cat or cats while you go away, go on vacation or if you are recovering from a sickness or injury. Contact Jen Rose, a reliable, experienced cat care taker for your cat’s care. Contact her via email at jrose@ baystateanimals.org or by phone at 508-641 8466. Many Bay State Animal adoptive parents use her services for the cats care while away. Book today as the holidays are coming and cat care books quickly! Meet the Cats needing new homes:
Ellen DeGeneres, the cat version, resides at the Petco adoption center where she plays and romps with others. She is a sweet, petite, gray and white short-haired female kitty. Like the vast majority of our rescues she was taken off the street where she lived amongst a feral cat colony. Ellen was pregnant, friendly and scared and now is lucky to be loved by the adoption center volunteers. Her kittens all found homes and now it her turn. Abby Tabby is an exotic looking cat who makes you think of the images depicting sacred Egyptian cats. Her elaborate colors and markings are extraordinary. She is fancy, short-haired, and looking for her forever home. After giving birth to 3 kittens, caring for them and weaning them, Abby Tabby awaits her own forever home as a beloved house pet, hopefully in time for Christmas. She can be seen at the Petco adoption center in Norwood. All adoption inquiries can be made by completing the noncommitment adoption application on the website at www.baystateanimals.org.
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• Paper Towels • Petco Brand Cat Scoopable Litter • GC to Home Depot • GC to Petco • GC to Norfolk County Veterinary Services • GC to BJs • Dry and wet cat food always welcomed All material donations accepted at the Petco Adoption Center, 1210 Boston Providence Highway, in Norwood. Tax-deductible End of the Year donations can be sent to our corporate address: BSAC, Inc., 47 Windsor Rd., Norwood, Ma. 02062. We thank you in advance. Happy Holidays to you and yours.
Protect your pets, do not leave out dangerous decorations, ribbon, and similar hazards. Careful for risks to your family and pets like; broken ornaments and unsafe gifts. Warning: fire hazards like candles and electrical cords. Toxic: Nuts and Holiday Plants to name a few. Caution: Do not use toxic, paw-burning ice melt products (go animal friendly). Lastly, protect your pets from outside risks including but not limited to; cars, snow plows, frost bite and accidental escapes to the great outdoors for your indoor pets. Bay State Animal Cooperative wishes you and your entire family a safe Holiday Season!!!!
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Nature Calls By Amy Beaumont
to go out of your way to feed yourself and your family well. Here are a couple of websites that will be helpful in your search: www.localharvest.org and www.eatwild.com There’s also this site that I found in New Jersey: http://www.dartagnan.com So onto to some facts about turkeys and how they ended up in every state:
HEY TURKEY With Thanksgiving behind us and Christmas right around the corner, chances are you’ve consumed turkey. But before we take a look at the history of turkeys and some other interesting facts, you can rest assured that eating turkey is a good choice for your daily protein intake. That is unless you buy the first cheap bird on the shelf. Don’t just buy any old turkey - take a good look at the labeling to find out just where it came from. Organic is always a better choice, as these standards always lower the risk of contaminated feed. Because the term organic doesn’t guarantee the bird ate well and had a clean lifestyle, take it a step further and support local farms with smaller flocks. Of course, if you’d rather eat a bird saturated with chemicals and God knows what else, finding a rotten one shouldn’t be difficult. I’m one to support local farms and really do go out of my way to eat well. In a country like the USA with a contaminated food chain, it pays
• The wild turkey and the Muscovy Duck are the only two domesticated birds native to the new world. • European explorers brought wild turkeys home from Mexico, where native people had domesticated the birds centuries earlier. • The english name of the bird may have originated rom early shipping routes that passed through the country of Turkey on their way to delivering the birds to the European markets. • To distinguish between barnyard turkeys and wild turkeys - look at the tail. Wild turkeys in North America have chestnut-brown tips.
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go ahead and toss some birdseed or corn on your lawn - chances are a turkey or a group of turkeys will find their way into your yard and give you a show. Just don’t make friends with them - they may end up on your plate someday. Amy Beaumont is a portrait photographer and freelance writer. She can be reached at abeaumontphotography@gmail.com
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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
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LIVING HEALTHY Are we there yet? Organize Now For A Stress-Free Holiday Road Trip By Debbie Tremblay, A.K.A. The Organizing Genie As we happily sing “Over the river and through the woods, to grandmother’s house we go,” our mood can quickly change from happiness to aggravation as we encounter many road delays keeping us from arriving to grandma’s house on time. According to AAA, a staggering 94.5 million Americans are projected to journey 50 miles or more from home during the year-end
holiday season. The once carefree road trip to Grandma’s is now filled with aggressive drivers, construction, gridlock, headaches and the many “are we there yet?” questions. Although the Organizing Genie can’t grant you a quick journey with a wink of the eye, I can offer a few travel tricks to make your trip to grandmas a bit safer and stressfree. Clutter creates stress and makes it more difficult to relax or focus,
even in your cars. To eliminate stress before the journey even begins, clear your car from those infamous clutter culprits which include, fast food bags and wrappers, left over seasonal items from the summer and any school sporting equipment. The day before your trip, always top off your gas tank, inspect your tires’ air pressure and check your car’s oil, windshield fluid and coolant levels. Also, be sure to plug in your cell phones and
GPS systems to ensure you have enough battery power to get you where you need to go. Be prepared for unexpected bumps in the road by packing an emergency kit which includes a flashlight, motor oil, jumper cables, flares, first-aid kit, a small shovel, a tool kit, ice scraper and bottled water. Also, keep all important papers such as car insurance and registration cards easily accessible in your glove compartment. If your travels take you to a new destination this year, bring a printed copy of directions just in case your GPS decides to pull the unexpected “Lost Satellite Reception” announcement, leaving you stranded.
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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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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.
• Find ways to make physical activity a part of your family holiday experience
With these 10 simple tips, you’ll be able to stay healthy (and possibly shed unwanted pounds) this holiday season: • Always try to plan your meals, including snaking or dining out, at least two to three days ahead • Be conscious about what you eat at all times • Always exercise at least two to three times a week • Limit your alcohol intake
• Find healthy alternatives to traditional holiday foods
• Change your workouts to keep yourself motivated • Savor the flavor of holiday foods - opt for quality, not quantity • 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
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• Make sure your diet and exercise program is something you can stick with. • Don’t restrict foods. This is a time to indulge a little, but remember to do so in moderation. • When visiting family or friends, make sure to eat something healthy before you visit, so you don’t overeat. • Try to share your health and wellness goals with as many people as you can. You will be less likely to overeat. • Sip water at regular intervals throughout the day. Carry a glass of water around with you at parties. This keeps your hands busy and stomach feeling full. • Try to reach for the healthiest foods when you are hungry. • Chew food slowly. It takes time
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Alpaca Ranch Annual Holiay Open House and Holiday Boutique Featuring lots of Alpacas and Alpaca Products Acorn Alpaca Ranch in Millis, Acorn Alpaca Ranch at 99 Acorn St., Millis, will host its annual Holiday Open House On December 6th & 7th. Visitors can drop by between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to visit the friendly alpacas in the Ranch Barn, meet our new ducks, and browse the fine Alpaca Products in the Holiday Boutique. The Ranch, in addition to breeding and selling the alpacas, offers yarn made from the fiber of their own alpacas as well as luxurious, warm, non-allergenic garments made from alpaca fiber. These items make great gifts to jump start your holiday shopping and warm up someone’s holiday and winter. Among the soft alpaca clothing available will be alpaca socks, scarves, mittens, hats and other warm products. For knitting and crocheting there is a wide variety of both natural and dyed colored yarns.
If you have ever thought of owning alpacas you can talk directly to Bob and Louise Hebeler about alpaca care, husbandry and how to get started. With 16 years of experience to guide you and a wide choice of Alpacas for sale this is the place to begin. Acorn Alpaca Ranch is located at 99 Acorn Street in Millis. Directions can be found on our website at www.AcornAlpacaRanch. com or call us at 508-294-7085.
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Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Holds Annual Holiday Food Drive Noting that a national organization indicated 1 out of every 8 Massachusetts residents suffer from hunger, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell announced that the Registry of Deeds Annual Food Drive will take place from Tuesday, November 17, 2014 through Friday, January 2, 2015. “Many Norfolk County residents continue to struggle as we head into the winter and holiday months,” said Register O’Donnell. “Working together to support local families in need is still important, and we are always happy to do our part to support local food pantries through our Annual Holiday Food Drive.” Local pantry officials agree that donations at this time of year are extremely critical to their operations. “The truth is that pantries could not sustain themselves without these donations,” noted Wey-
mouth’s Food Pantry Director Cas Casados. “People are making decisions during this time of year as to whether to keep the heat on or put food on the table.” Her words were echoed by Norwood Ecumenical Food Pantry Executive Director Ruth Taeger who said, “November and December, we get the largest number of clients. We need supplies to meet these needs.”
the Registry, can do so by dropping off food supplies at their local pantries across Norfolk County.
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Calendar of Events December 1 Norwood Recreation Department Winter Mini Session starts. December 3 Holiday Harp Concert: Lizary Rodriguez Morrill Memorial Library 7-9 p.m. Dr Lizary Rodriquez Rios and six of her students will present a charming evening of holiday harp music. This world-renowned, professional harpist will delight audiences with lively music from around the world. Please sign up for this program at the library Reference or Information Desk or call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222 or email norprograms@minlib.net to sign up. December 4 Friends of the Council on Aging Meeting Norwood Senior Center Will meet after the Council on Aging meeting.
First Thursday Book Discussion Group Morrill Memorial Library 10 a.m./7:30 p.m. The third Fall 2014 book for the First Thursday Book Discussion Group will be “Family Album” by Penelope Lively. A contribution of $3 is requested by the Friends of the Library as they partially support this program all year. Candy Sushi Workshop
Pauline Wells, “Home for Christmas” Norwood Theatre 7:30 p.m.
Pauline Wells is returning to the Norwood Theater since her sold out Celtic Crossing show, for 3:30-5 p.m. her very first Christmas Concert. Kids will learn to manipulate rice Pauline Wells, “Home for crispy treats, gummies, fruit rollChristmas,” will include a lineup ups and other candies to make of talented musicians and singers. delectable ‘sushi.’ For ages 5-9 As she does in all of her events, years old. Cost is $35 for residents, the charity, “Cops for Kids with $45 for non-residents. Sign up at Cancer,” will receive the proceeds the Civic Center. of this very special night. Tickets are $27 for adults, $24 for seniors/ December 5 students. To purchase tickets, visit Pizza Face! the box office Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-12 noon and 3-5 p.m., Civic Center call 781-551-9000 or visit their 3:30-5 p.m. website at www.norwoodstage. com. Kids will spend the afternoon It’s a Wonderful Life; A Live Radio Play Civic Center
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The Walpole Footlighters, 2 Scout Rd., Walpole 8 p.m. This American classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940’s radio program. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Tickets are $12 and $20. To purchase, visit their website at www.footlighters. com or by calling the box office at 508-668-8446.
Miracle on 34th St., Movie Screening Norwood Theatre 3:30 p.m. Movie lets out just as Luminary Night begins. All proceeds benefit the Circle of Hope Foundation. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors/students. Tickets can be purchase at the box office starting one hour before showing. Miracle on 34th St., Movie Screening Norwood Theatre 7:30 p.m. Movie lets out just as Luminary Night begins. $1 of each ticket will be donated to the Circle of Hope Foundation. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors/students. Tickets can be purchase at the box office starting one hour before showing. It’s a Wonderful Life; A Live Radio Play The Walpole Footlighters, 2 Scout Rd., Walpole 8 p.m. This American classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940’s radio program. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Tickets are $12 and $20. To purchase, visit their website at www.footlighters. com or by calling the box office at 508-668-8446.
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2 p.m. This American classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940’s radio program. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Tickets are $12 and $20. To purchase, visit their website at www.footlighters. com or by calling the box office at 508-668-8446. Fall Musical Sundays Morrill Memorial Library 3-4 p.m. The fall Musical Sundays concert series concludes with a performance by New Jerseybased singer/songwriter Spook Handy called “America’s Story through Folk Songs.” Honoring the great traditions of American roots music, songs inspired by the Dust Bowl, Great Depression, Civil Rights Movements and the 60s and 70s peace movement are interwoven with new songs about the world today. Sign up for this concert at the Reference or Information Desk or call 781-7690200, x110 or 222.
December 8
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The Fair will feature Holiday decorations, homemade baked goods and candy, an array of quilted items and handmade crafts. There will be numerous raffles including a beautiful Christmas quilt, a variety of themed raffles and a unique handcrafted bag and scarf from the Noonday Collection. Lunch will be served beginning at 11 am.
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Hope Foundation. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors/students. Tickets can be purchase at the box office starting one hour before showing.
Miracle on 34th St., Movie Screening Norwood Theatre 2 p.m. Movie lets out just as Luminary Night begins. $1 of each tickets will be donated to the Circle of
7 p.m. Certified Financial Planner Leo Rotman is offering this free, educational seminar called Maximizing Your Lifetime Social Security Benefits. He will explain how the benefits work, give specific techniques, including examples, on how to maximize your benefits, and review factors to consider when choosing different Social Security options. Sign up at the library Reference or Information Desk or call 781-7690200, x110 or 222 or by emailing norprograms.minlib.net.
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December 9 Norwood Retired Men’s Club Meeting Norwood Elks, 152 Winslow Ave. 10 a.m. This meeting will include voting for new officers and board members to run the organization in 2015 and 2016. Veteran’s Agent, Ted Mulvehill, will be the guest speaker and will update the group on all things about and for veterans. You don’t have to be a Norwood resident to join, but you do have to be 60, or over, and be retired or semi retired. Walk-ins always welcome!
December 10 Resources for Seniors Information Session Morrill Memorial Library 11:30 a.m. Jason Miele, Director of Community Relations at Cornerstone at Canton, a senior living community, will present a free information session covering a variety of resources available to seniors. Many seniors may not be aware of some of the opportunities they could be entitled to in areas such as healthcare, healthcare benefits, options for senior housing with assisted living/ memory support facilities, dementia/Alzheimer’s symptoms, and the pursuit of a healthy and enriching lifestyle. Sign up at the library Reference or Information Desk or call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222, or email norprograms@ minlib.net.
December 11 Gingerbread House Decorating Civic Center 3:30-5:30 p.m. Decorate your own gingerbread house with all the fixings. Graham crackers, candy canes, gum drops, frosting and more will be provided. For kids 3-10 years old. Cost is $5 for residents, $10 for non-residents. Sign up at the Civic Center. Gasland Part 2: Together Yes Film Morrill Memorial Library 7 p.m. The second film by Josh Fox looks into the consequences of natural gas fracking. This
documentary shows that fracking is harmful to Earth and its life forms. This film is a follow-up to Fox’s first film, “Gasland,” and brings the audience up to speed on how citizens and groups have been able to stand up to natural gas companies and lobbies. This film is part of Together Yes’ Sustainability Series. Sign up at the Reference or Infomation Desk or call 781769-0200 x110 or 222, or email norprograms@minlib.net.
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In December 1773, three ships carrying East India Company tea arrived in Boston. Patriots refused to allow the tea to be unloaded and the tax paid, setting in motion the events leading up to the famous Boston Tea Party. Historian Gary Hylander will bring this part of our nation’s history to life in a program funded by the Friends of the Library. Sign up at the Reference or Information Desk or call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222, or email norprograms@ minlib.net.
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Decorate delicious cupcakes for friends and family! Decorations will include frosting, candies and other fun accents. For kids 5-9 years old. Cost is $35 for residents, $45 for non-residents. Sign up at the Civic Center.
Miss Pat and Lucy share their love of reading with you! Lucy is a certified R.E.A.D. who helps children feel more comfortable with the reading process. Come listen to Pat speak about Lucy’s training and a typical day for a therapy dog. Children will be able to read to Lucy during the program. Beginning readers and up. Registration required.
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Bracelet Making Workshop
Local crafter Jeanine Slater will present a workshop to learn to make a seasonal birdhouse decoration to be used as either an ornament or a stand-alone decoration. Class size is limited to 12 and the workshop is open to those ages 12 and up. All materials will be provided, with a $10 fee to be paid to the instructor on the day of the workshop. Sign up at the library Reference or Information Desk or call 781769-0200, x110 or 222, or email norprograms@minlib.net.
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6:30 p.m. Local artisan Marty Khudairi will instruct how to make a beautiful bracelet. Class size is limited to 12, and the workshop is open to ages 12 and up. All materials will be provided, for which there will be a $12 charge per person. Sign up at the library Reference or Information Desk or call 781769-0200, x110 or 222, or email norprograms@minlib.net.
December 18 Turtle Bread Baking Workshop Civic Center
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This holiday show will begin with internationally renowned musician Sergei Novikov, followed by North Shore A Cappella who will bring all the classic holiday favorites. Tickets are $15. To purchase tickets, visit the box office Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-12 noon and 3-5 p.m., their website at www.norwoodstage.com or call 781-551-9000.
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Take in this holiday favorite presented by the Dancing Arts Center. Tickets are $28-$33 for adults and $25-$30 for seniors/ students. To purchase tickets, visit the box office Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-12 noon and 3-5 p.m., their website at www.norwoodstage. com or call 781-551-9000.
December 23 Schools 1/2 day. Winter Recess starts.
December 24 Christmas Eve: Civic Center closes at 4 p.m.
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December 20 The Nutcracker Norwood Theatre 7:30 p.m. Take in this holiday favorite presented by the Dancing Arts Center. Tickets are $28-$33 for adults and $25-$30 for seniors/ students. To purchase tickets, visit the box office Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-12 noon and 3-5 p.m., their website at www.norwoodstage. com or call 781-551-9000.
December 21 The Nutcracker Norwood Theatre 2 p.m.
This camp is a great opportunity for boys and girls of all skill levels to improve their basketball skills. They will learn shooting technique, ball handling, passing, rebounding, boxing out, offensive skills, defensive skills and team play. For grades 1-5. Cost is $25 for residents, $35 for nonresidents. Sign up at the Civic Center.
December 31 New Year’s Eve: Civic Center closes at 4 p.m. Council on Aging New Year’s Eve Day Dinner Dance Knights of Columbus Hall, Nichols St. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Music by John Rampino. Meal choice of pot roast or haddock. Tickets on sale now in the Senior Center hallway and are $40 per person.
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Norwood Sports Norwood Basketball Captains Last winter the Norwood boy’s basketball team was only able to pick up three wins on the season. While the Mustangs didn’t advance into the state tournament, the team really never found themselves out of any contest. With this said, Norwood is looking to turn things around this season going at least .500 and moving on to the playoffs. Looking to lead the Mustangs into post-season play will be co-
captains, senior Kevin Perry and junior Chris Bell. Both Norwood captains were unanimously selected by their peers to be the captains of the 2014-15 squad. “It wasn’t like they were the only ones, we had some 10 returners come back this season,” Norwood Coach Rich Cormier said. “I had each athlete tell me in person who they thought should be our captains and why. I kept getting the same thing over and over–they’re
the hardest working players that lead by example. That’s the ultimate respect.” The two captains are both honored to be named to the positions. “You usually don’t see a lot of junior captains, so I am honored,” Bell said. “However, it wasn’t an overall surprise as I’ve been a starter since my freshman year. I’ve worked hard and put in my time.” For Perry it was a dream come true. “Since the fifth grade, when I went to the games to watch my sister’s boyfriend play, I’ve always wanted to play for Coach Cormier because of his intensity,” Perry said. “To be a captain in his system is fantastic. It’s great that the team trusted me and Chris to be the leaders of this team.”
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While the two captains had similar stats last season outside of their commitment to the game, they are both very different players that should work well together. Perry is a wing who worked hard and surprised the rest of the Bay State League, while Bell, the team’s point guard, has been a consistent basketball player since his freshmen season. “It was not news to us, but Kevin came out of the blue according to the rest of the league. Following his sophomore junior varsity season, he worked extremely hard at his weaknesses while improving his strengths to become that complete player,” the Coach said. “Chris is our most experienced player, a player we knew would be good when he arrived as a freshman, but we never knew he’d be this good.” Bell, who was so impressive as a freshman that Coach Cormier couldn’t afford to take him off the court, is looking to have the Mustangs be very competitive while winning this season.
“I want to provide leadership to a successful team while showing I am confident to the rest of the team,” the point guard said. “I expect the team to work as hard as I do with no giving up and push it to the next level.” Individually, Bell is looking to being named to the BSL first team All Star squad, while scoring 15 points and 5 assists per game. “He’s a gym rat who plays basketball all year round and is the smartest player on the court,” the coach said. “During the off-season he not only grew skill wise, but he also grew in height as well.” While Bell is looking for all star status, Perry is shooting higher; the senior captain is not only looking for the team to take the next step this year, he’s looking to carry them on his shoulders.
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“When Chris or myself happens to have a bad game, I’m looking for someone to step up and continue to bring us to that elevated level. I feel that this team has the potential to be the best team in school history,” he said. Myself, I’m hoping to be the Bay State MVP and average 23 points a game this year. I made great strides between my sophomore and junior year and I worked even harder this past year so it’s extremely capable.” Perry was the Mustangs leading scorer as a junior netting 14.5 points per contest and with all the hard work he has put in, Cormier believes he has the potential to be real good. “Offensively he can score in a variety of ways and is an exceptional free throw shooter,” Coach Cormier said. “He loves the game and works hard at improving his skills.” Together Bell and Perry not only make the rest of the team better, but they make each other better players and with that, Norwood could improve upon last year’s record and make a push at getting into the state tournament come early next year.
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Norwood Sports Norwood High School Girls Hockey by
Christopher Tremblay
It was a rather impressive season put forth last winter by the Norwood girls ice hockey squad. Following an 11-6-3 regular season record, the Mustangs then entered the state tournament where they defeated Latin Academy 6-0 before falling 4-3 to Westwood, the eventual Division 2 Champion. Although Norwood is looking to make it back to the tournament, things are not going to be easy this winter on the ice. Gone from last year’s tournament team are Emily Kelly (11 goals-16 assists), Shelia Carroll (4 goals -14 assists) and Colleen Glaser (2 goals -11 assists); some really big skates to fill. Looking to lead the Mustangs back onto the ice and into post-season play will be senior captains Kacie Smith and Sammy Hayes as well as seniors Lisa Moynihan and Bella Aspinwall. “These four will definitely get us going offensively with Kacie being the biggest threat to put the puck in the net,” Norwood Assistant Coach Molly Barefoot said. “I think she was sixth in the state last year in scoring. This will be a start, but we’re still going to need some players to step up their game this year if we’re going to compete at the same level.” Barefoot is hoping that sophomore Coley Hayes will be able to take her game to the next level this
winter. As a freshman, she saw a lot of ice time and should be ready to make the jump. While the offense has a good amount of talented scorers coming back, the Mustangs also saw their defense take a major hit losing their two anchors behind the blue line. However, Barefoot is looking for senior Shannon Gillis and junior Erin Kelly, both of whom played for the squad last season, to be strong on the backline for Norwood. Depending on how things go with all the incoming freshman, the Norwood coaching staff may have to move some bodies around on the ice. That will be something that Coach Tim Coskren and Barefoot will look at further on down the road. Coming into the season, which Norwood will open on Monday December 15, when Brookline comes to town, the coaches are looking for the same footprint they employed in last year’s successful season. “Last year our goal was to score more goals than we let up and the same goes for this year,” Barefoot said. “We believe that we will once again be competitive in the Bay State league. Last year, we were second behind Walpole and this year we’re looking to move up.” Pictured: Senior Captain Kacie Smith
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Saving or Investing: Is There a Difference? Contributed by Philip Swan, Norwood Financial Services at Norwood Bank Financially speaking, the terms “saving” and “investing” are often used interchangeably. But the concepts behind these terms actually have some important differences. Understanding these differences and taking advantage of them may help you in working toward financial goals for you and your family.
Saving
You may want to set aside money for a specific, identifiable expense. You park this money someplace relatively safe and liquid so you can get the amount you want when you need it. According to the Securities and Exchange Commission brochure Saving and Investing, “savings are usually put into the safest places, or products, that allow you access to your money at any time. Savings products include savings accounts, checking accounts, and certificates of deposit.” Some deposits may be insured (up to $250,000 per
depositor, per insured institution) by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or the National Credit Union Administration. Savings instruments generally earn interest. However, the likely tradeoff for liquidity and security is typically lower returns.
The investment is often held for a longer period of time to allow for growth. It is important to note, though, that all investing involves risk, including the loss of principal, and there is no assurance that any investing strategy will be successful.
Investing
What’s the difference?
While a return of your money may be an important objective, your goal might be to realize a return on your money. Using your money to buy assets with the hope of receiving a profit or gain is generally referred to as investing. Think of investing as putting your money to work for you--in return for a potentially higher return, you accept a greater degree of risk. With investing, you don’t know whether or when you’ll realize a gain. The money you invest usually is not federally insured. You could lose the amount you’ve invested (e.g., your principal), but you also have the opportunity to earn more money, especially compared to typical savings vehicles.
Whether you prefer to use the word “saving” or “investing” isn’t as important as understanding how the underlying concepts fit into your financial strategy. When it comes to targeting short-term financial goals (e.g., making a major purchase in the next three years), you may opt to save. For example, you might set money aside (i.e., save) to create and maintain an emergency fund to pay regular monthly expenses in the event that you lose your job or become disabled, or for shortterm objectives like buying a car or paying for a family vacation. You might consider putting this money in a vehicle that’s stable and liquid. Think of what would happen if you were to rely on
What to Do With Those Pumpkins? by
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investments that suddenly lost value shortly before you needed the funds for your purchase or expense. Saving generally may not be the answer for longer-term goals. One of the primary reasons is inflation--while your principal may be stable, it might be losing purchasing power. Instead, you may opt to purchase investments to try to accumulate enough to pay for large future expenses such as your child’s college or your retirement. Generally, saving and investing work hand in hand. For instance, you may save for retirement by investing within an employer retirement account.
Why is it important? Both saving and investing have a role in your overall financial strategy. The key is to balance your saving and investing with your short- and long-term goals and objectives. Overemphasize saving and you might not achieve the return you need to pursue your longterm goals. Ignore saving and you
to discard those bright orange vegetables? First, don’t throw those them in the weekly rubbish bins. The Norwood Department of Public Works (DPW) is encouraging residents to help divert trash costs by redirecting those pumpkins for fertilizer. Pumpkins are an organic waste and can easily be composted by placing them in brown leaf bags and placing them in the weekly curbside pickup which will end Friday, December 5. They can also be dropped off at the Winter Street Composting Site, or for those green residents, within their own backyard composter. The procedure is simple:
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increase the risk of not being able to meet your short-term objectives and expenses. Get it right and you increase your chances of staying on plan. This column is made available by Philip Swan, a 2014 Five Star Professional Wealth Manager, Vice President Norwood Financial Services at Norwood Bank; Investment Executive Infinex Financial Group 11 Central St. Norwood, MA 781-440-4234 pswan@infinexgroup.com and prepared by Forefield. Investment and insurance products and services are offered through INFINEX INVESTMENTS, INC. Member FINRA/ SIPC. Norwood Financial Services is a trade name of the bank. Infinex and Norwood Bank are not affiliated. Products and services made available through Infinex are not insured by the FDIC or any other agency of the United States and are not deposits or obligations of nor guaranteed or insured by any bank or bank affiliate. These products are subject to investment risk, including the possible loss of value.
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Dig a hole in the middle of the compost and bury the pumpkins. Cover with compost or soil. Backyard composters can be purchased through the Norwood Board of Health, at Town Hall. For more information, call 781-762-1240, x174. Winter Street Compost Site
Place the pumpkins in a plastic pail and empty in the designated leaf piles at the compost site. Be sure to bring home the containers. The compost site is open year round on Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Residents must obtain a composting permit before entering the composting site. Composting permits may be obtained at the DPW office, located at the Norwood Civic Center, Nahatan St., Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. A vehicle registration is required. Residents without a permit will be denied access. For more information on the Norwood Department of Public Works services, visit their website at www.norwoodma.gov and for recycling, www.recycling.norwoodma.gov.
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