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What could be the perfect ending of a long weekend of filling stomachs and shopping carts? Norwood’s Holiday Extravaganza, of course! This Thanksgiving weekend, on Sunday, November 29, from 1:30-4:30 p.m., the Town Common will be bustling with activity as residents kick off the holiday season in one of Norwood’s fa-
vorite annual traditions, The Holiday Extravaganza! The funfilled (and FREE) family event will include hayrides, entertainment, arts & crafts, holiday readings, a parade, music, tree lighting, and of course, a special visit from the jolly old man himself! For new Norwood residents not familiar with the event, this day is a must attend. It is a great
way to end the holiday weekend and will surely turn into a yearly family outing! Plan that holiday shopping and decorating earlier in the weekend and reserve this Sunday for a community celebration the entire family will enjoy and remember for years to come!
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Some Big Changes Have ‘Come on Down’ to the Automile Ernie Boch Jr., the public face of the Honda and Toyota dealerships in Norwood that bear his, his father’s and his grandfather’s names, has discreetly turned over his keys. Last month, news broke that Boch had sold several of his Route 1 dealerships to a group led by chief executive Dan Dagesse, who has been running the dayto-day operations for the past five years. “I have been stepping back the last few years,” Boch said in an interview with Fox 25 News. “I just thought it was a good time.” While he will no longer be running the dealerships, Boch will remain heavily involved in the marketing. The third generation owner, who inherited the billion dollar empire at the time of his father’s death in 2003, has a voice that is has been easily recognized on radio jingles as he has been encouraging car shoppers to “Come on Down!” for more than a decade - a pitch originally made famous by his father. None of that will change, Boch has said, as he will
still be the showman behind the product. “[The transition] will be seamless to the public,” Boch said in an interview with NECN. “I’m still going to be the spokesperson.” Dealerships involved in the deal include the sale of Boch Honda, Boch Toyota and Boch New To You in Norwood, as well as two of his other dealerships in North Attleboro and Westford. Given that it is a privately-held company, financial details of the transaction have not been released. While the shift may seem sudden to the public, Boch says he has been working alongside his partner since 2011, and has faith the dealerships are in good hands. “I have the utmost confidence in the people that will be running the deal,” Boch told Fox 25 News. Boch will not be completely out of the automotive game, however, as he is keeping his Ferrari and Maserati dealerships.
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The Circle of Hope Foundation Enchanting Luminary Night will be held on Saturday, December 5, on Norwood’s Town Common. Luminaries will be lit at 5 p.m. this magical night (rain date, Sunday, December 6). For the past 14 years, luminaries have lit up the Town Common walkways in remembrance of their lost loves ones and in support of their neighbors who are battling a medical tragedy. 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.
Last year, the Town Common glowed with a record 1,600 luminary bags, and raising $8,000 for the admirable volunteer-run organization. “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.” Luminary bags are $5 each and can be purchased from the Norwood Civic Center, Nahatan ST., Murph’s Place, on Broadway, 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. Norwood Evening Garden Club president, Tracy Firth, presents Salvatore Genovese, Director of the Walpole Public Library, with a gift to be used for the purchase of garden books for the library. Each year, the Club alternates its gift between Walpole Library and Norwood’s Morrill Memorial Library to enhance the collection of gardening and environmental books available to the public.
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Every Day Should be Small Business Saturday By Donna Lane Holiday shopping. Already? This year, it has really snuck up on me. You couldn’t entice me to shop on Black Friday, nor do I choose to order gifts via the internet on Cyber Monday. But, I would definitely venture out on Small Business Saturday, the Saturday after Thanksgiving, to do a bit of shopping. According to Wikipedia, Small Business Saturday was conceived and promoted by American Express in 2010 to encourage holiday shoppers to patronize small, local, independent businesses. It has become a tradition, and one we heartily embrace. If you have not been shopping in downtown Norwood recently, you might want to give it a try. Despite a few empty storefronts, there are a number of vital businesses just waiting to give you the per-
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sonal service that is missing at the mall and online. In fact, there are more than 100 shops within a 16 block radius that would welcome your business. One of my favorites is Chelala Jewelers. This jewelry and gift shop is owned by Pascale and Philippe Chelale, Norwood residents for the past 27 years. My two favorite items in the store are a gold and amethyst bracelet and a pair of Swarovski crystal blue jays. Pascale chuckled when I told her, and said that they are two of the most expensive items in the store. Of course! I’m not surprised. She pointed out that they had gift items starting at $20 and said their Wind & Fire expandable bangles, which are labeled “ecosustainable 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 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. Envy Boutique is another fun place to shop. Advertised as “trendsetting style in clothes, jewelry and accessories,” owner
Nicole McCready is e n g a g i n g, down to earth and just plain fun to work with. Dressy or casual, her clothing is classic and affordable. Nicole sums fashion up this way: “It’s all about looking good AND being comfortable.” Amen to that! Any woman on your gift list would welcome a gift certificate to the Envy Boutique. And who wouldn’t welcome a gift certificate from Babel’s Paint & Decorating? Vic and Jean Babel, major contributors to the fabric of Norwood for nearly 40 years, have expanded the paint business started by Vic’s mom and dad in 1950 to a full-service design, decorating and paint store. I remember the assistance Vic’s mom, Mickey, gave me on many wallpaper searches over the years. Her service model continues today. Whether it’s window treatments, wall coverings or accessories you’re looking for, or expert guidance with color selection or paint products, a visit to Babel’s will provide you with the information you need, along with lots of eye candy. If you have a sports enthusiast on your list, Charles River Running owned by Charlotte Walsh should be on your list of places to visit. The shop specializes in running shoes, apparel and accessories from Brooks, Asics, Saucony,
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A day of being pampered with a massage, facial and manicure is long overdue. (Hmmmm. I might have to put this gift under my tree from Santa.) We also have an abundance of restaurants from breakfast, coffee and sandwich shops to American, pizza and pub offerings, as well as Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Italian cuisine. Perhaps a gift certificate for services or food is the answer for that person who has “everything.” With the first of the year coming around, a gift certificate to Norwood’s newest health center, Anytime Fitness, would make a wonderful gift. Or how about tickets to an upcoming production at the Norwood Theater? Whether you are looking for someplace to eat, shop, or get pampered, there are many goods and services available to you downtown. 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. But, one day of sales is not going to sustain any business. Small Business Saturday is a great idea, but if we want to help our downtown grow and thrive, we need to patronize our small businesses regularly. So, shop locally and often, not just on Small Business Saturday. 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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Charitable Gamers Who Knew Playing/Watching Video Games Could Help Charities? By Donna Lane Keith Murphy is the founder of Charitable Gamers, a nonprofit team of individuals that are raising money for various charities by doing what they love: gaming. No, this is not gambling. It involves playing video games and allowing others to watch as you play. A software sales engineer for Agency Oasis, a large website enterprise in Boston, Murphy and his team have been raising money for charity for a little more than one year and having a great time doing it. The genesis of the organization came when Murphy’s friend Becca, who has cancer, asked him to be on her Relay for Life team. “The first weeks of raising money did not go terribly well,” Murphy said. “Then it hit me. What if we played video games on Twitch? I explained to Becca that we had raised over a thousand dollars last time I played video games online. She loved the idea.” In September of 2014, Charitable Gamers was born. Since then, they have raised over $9,000 for various charities including Extra Life, the American Cancer Society and To Write Love On Her Arms. All money that is received is channeled directly to the charity and none of it goes
to Charitable Gamers. They are supported by subscribers and a few ads that help to pay the fees to keep their domain active. That’s not terribly lucrative, so why does Murphy do it? Keith Murphy has spent years performing in musical theater and loves being in front of people as much as he loves being in front of a computer. Charitable Gamers provides him with the visibility and applause that keeps his name in lights and his spirits high. The fact that he gets to help charities is an especially satisfying bonus! How does Charitable Gamers work? Murphy hosts online gaming streams at Twitch TV, a live streaming video platform owned by Amazon.com, and the world’s leading social video platform and community for gamers. Murphy and his friend, Heather Sherman, and others of the team, play video games live. As they play, viewers are provided with commentary about what is happening on screen. They also get to see the reactions of the players (frustration, elation, exasperation, anticipation) and hear all of their comments, not all of which are suitable for a young audience. Why would people want to watch someone else play a video game, you ask?
“Some people watch because they want to learn a new game,” Murphy said. “I have had many gamers ask me questions about the game I am playing. But, most watch because it’s pure fun … it makes them laugh … it’s entertainment. We ask that if they like what they are viewing they consider donating to the charity we’re sponsoring and many do.” How are the charities selected? Sherman sayid that so far the charities have been selected based on the emotional impact they have had on the gamers’ personal lives. For example, one gamer has lost his brother while another’s brother has a heroin addiction. So, raising money for the non-profit To Write Love On Her Arms, which is dedicated to finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide, was an easy choice. Murphy said that subscribers also help select the charities. Gamers and would-be gamers take note. Charitable Gamers will be streaming regularly every Thursday night, at 7:30 p.m. In addition, they will host a special event on November 7. Beginning at noon, they will play video games online for 24 hours to benefit Children’s Miracle Network and Boston Children’s Hospital. To watch, go to twitch.tv/charitablegamers.com. To learn more about Charitable Gamers, go to www.CharitableGamers.com. Donna Lane is a Norwood-based writer, lecturer and designer. You can reach her at addictedgardener@verizon.net.
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Successful Norwood Alumnus Gives Back By Donna Lane Norwood native John F. O’Connell, Jr. and his wife, Donna, recently announced a $2 million bequest that will provide permanent scholarships for students from Norwood High School who attend the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. The endowed memorial scholarship fund is named in honor of John F. and Margaret P. O’Connell, John O’Connell’s parents. The O’Connells are longtime and generous supporters of UMass Amherst, and they have been providing annual scholarship support to students from Norwood High School for years.
“I have done very well in life, and I just wanted to leave behind opportunities, especially for firstgeneration college-bound students from Norwood,” O’Connell said. The Norwood High School 1966 graduate has indeed been extremely successful. From July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2014, John F. O’Connell, Jr. served as President of The Freeman Companies, the world’s largest producer of expositions, trade shows and conventions. He was responsible for oversight of Freeman Decorating Company operations in the U.S. and Canada, including the exposition, event and audio visual divisions.
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O’Connell had more than 26 years of industry-related experience and personally produced several of Freeman’s largest shows, including the New York International Auto Show and the Boston Seafood Show. He joined Freeman in 1988 as senior vice president for the northeast, overseeing operations in three major cities and in Canada. and served as executive vice president/chief operating officer for the eastern region of Freeman Decorating Company and as corporate executive vice president, chief operating officer before becoming president in 2008. Prior to joining the Freeman Companies, O’Connell served as vice president of Concept Convention Industries in Boston. After graduating from Norwood High School, John O’Connell, Jr. received two degrees from UMass Amherst: a Bachelor of Science in chemistry in 1970 and a Master of Business Administration in 1972. The first in his family to attend college and himself the recipient of a scholarship, O’Connell believes his education prepared him for his successful business career. His generosity is making it possible for others to have a similar opportunity. Eight Norwood High School students have benefitted from the
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John F. and Margaret P. O’Connell Memorial Scholarship Fund since the bequest was made in 2013. Past recipients have included Rebecca Sara Dyckes ‘16, a psychology major; Gretchen Marie Mueller ‘17, a food science major; Alex Rafael Perez ‘17, a computer science student; Samantha Rochell Baturin’18, a student in the Isenberg School of Management with a double major in Finance and Math; and George Duggan Meltzer ‘18, a physics major. Two UMass Amherst freshmen, Shakirah Ssebyala and John Lyons Riley have been selected as
this year’s scholarship recipients. Riley is a finance major at the Isenberg School of Management, and Ssebyala is a premedical studies major. They will receive their awards in the spring of 2016. Recipients are selected for this scholarship each spring by Norwood High School. Awards are based on students’ academic achievements and dedication to attending UMass Amherst. The O’Connell’s are now enjoying retirement in Hawaii. Donna Lane is a Norwood-based writer, lecturer and designer. You can reach her at addictedgardener@verizon.net.
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Former Norwood Resident Missing for 2 Months By Rebecca Keister
for observers to have better safety, more international visibility and I know that this situation is unlocking those doors. This is going to bring light to all the stuff that he wanted brought to light and it’s so incredible that it’s with his own life being taken.” The observer profession has widely acknowledged dangers of which Davis was well aware, Clemens and others said. But he also was extremely experienced and skilled. Clemens said having to document any illegal happenings on ships can “put observers at risk.” “Observers can get into sticky situations,” she said. “But if there’s anyone who is experienced and knows how to communicate (with a crew) and how to do his job in safe way, that’s Keith.” Those who love and miss Davis are finding ways to keep his voice and love for the seas – and observer safety – alive. Clemens is coediting a book, “Eyes on the Seas,” that is a collection of short stories, poems and art work of over 50 observers around the world. Davis had been working on the book prior to his disappearance. The Fletcher family is in the process of setting up a foundation in Davis’ name that would allow proceeds from the book sale to be used for the promotion of observer safety and visibility. Fletcher, Davis’ aunt and many of Davis’s friends who still reside in Norwood are asking the local community to join them in a virtual candle vigil on Davis’ birthday, Thursday,
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“We have no form of closure and that’s the hardest part,” said Darin Davis Millen, Keith’s older brother. “The what-ifs are running through our heads and it’s making us crazy.” Davis attended the Balch Elementary School before moving with his father to Arizona, where he eventually built a house in White Mountain, about 100 yards from his father. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in marine biology from the University of Arizona and had been an observer for around 16 years. His job took him all over the world and back again and he made friends everywhere he went. On a Facebook page that has been set up by the Fletcher family for share information about the investigation into his disappearance and documenting memories, there are nearly daily messages from people across the country posting about how Davis touched their lives. The Fletcher family regularly receives messages from around the globe about Davis and efforts to honor his life and work, including those from a village in Nepal where he had led efforts to help build homes after an earthquake devastated life there. Village residents are raising funds to name a building after him. “He couldn’t go somewhere without making a friend,” Fletcher said. “The way he looked at the world is that it isn’t full of strangers but just friends he hadn’t made yet. He wore his heart on his sleeve and he’s always been like that, even growing up.” Anika Clemens, who lives in Sarasota, FA, and worked with Davis for three years as an observer after meeting him in Hawaii in 2001, said that characteristic extended to his work. “He was such a voice for the community and he was so well connected,” Clemens said. “I keep thinking that he wanted so much
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Laser Bladeless Cataract Surgery: Facts and Myths By: Roger M. Kaldawy, M.D., Milford Franklin Eye Center Each year, U.S. News and World Report publishes a list of the best Eye Hospitals in America. In 2015, the 5 best rankings are as follows: 1- Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, 2- Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, 3- Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, 4- Our own Mass. Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston, 5- Stein/ Doheney Eye Institute in LA. There are thousands of eye centers in the Nation, and those five were hand-picked by other ophthalmologists for excellence in eye care. What is one of the common denominators between all those state-of-the-art institutions? They ALL offer bladeless laser cataract surgery. We are honored to have in Boston one of America’s top 5 Eye Hospitals, and the best Eye Hospital in the Northeast: The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is a center of excellence training scores of new Ophthalmologists each year and participating in ground breaking research. This fine Boston institution uses not only one but two femtosecond bladeless lasers. In fact, this Boston center teaches femtosecond laser cataract surgery daily to future ophthalmologists, and advertises what it does to the general public on the Infirmary website: http:// www.masseyeandear.org/specialties/ophthalmology/cataract/ laser-surgery. Yet, you may read rare, misinformed statements by some practitioners who do not understand or even use this advanced technology attributing false claims
to “specialists,” none of whom practices in Boston. Don’t allow those practitioners to take you for a ride: The best Boston specialists have made their voice heard loudly and clearly: They are already performing laser cataract surgery. The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) is an international, educational society with more than 9,000 members. Its mission is to advance the art and science of ophthalmic surgery and the knowledge and skills of ophthalmic surgeons. Eric Donnenfeld, MD, the past president of ASCRS, says the clinical benefits of bladeless femtosecond laser cataract surgery are fourfold: 1. The primary incision allows the surgeon to create a uniform and consistent three-plane incision with a self-sealing reverse side cut, which has the potential to reduce the incidence of endophthalmitis. (Eye infections after cataract surgery), 2. Incisions are more accurate, safer and reproducible, 3. Capsulotomies (Openings in the bag hosting the cataract) are more precise, and 4. the procedure is safer. There are no eyes like yours, and there is no cataract procedure like customized bladeless laser cataract surgery for your eyes. Bladeless laser cataract surgery is a major advancement in cataract treatment, is FDA approved and embraced by top ophthalmologists here and around the world. Armed with this knowledge, you can now separate myths from
clear solid facts. In addition to producing precise cuts needed for surgery, the laser used in bladeless cataract surgery breaks up and softens the cloudy cataract, so there is less ultrasound needed to remove the cataract. Less ultrasound translates into less energy used inside the eye and clearer corneas, which in turn helps produce better vision the first day after the surgery. This becomes even more critical if you have a weak cornea or a small eye with a dense cataract. Bladeless laser cataract surgery is not only used to perform delicate incisions with high precision, but it is also, more critically, able to correct corneal astigmatism with the laser, perform the opening needed in the cloudy lens with reliability and precision and use the same laser to soften the lens and facilitate its removal. This circular opening is one of the most challenging steps for a surgeon to perform with his hands, and the laser makes this part precise and reproducible. The laser advanced bladeless precision and ability to correct astigmatism translates into outcomes that increase the likelihood of seeing well without glasses. When it comes to cataract surgery in 2015, there are different choices and strategies to achieve the best outcome. Bladeless cataract surgery is all about aiming towards better precision, more safety and excellent outcomes. Is this the best choice for you? This can only be determined during a direct discussion between you and your surgeon.
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Out and About By Dawn C. Fitzgerald
Three Cheers…
For many years, I have been a volunteer cheer coach for the Norwood Mustangs. It started one chilly October night when my nine-year old daughter (now nineteen) and all her little cheerleading friends were found hysterically crying outside the Coakley School. Their coaches had quit that night; just walked away from those little girls with big tears and broken hearts. The team had no coach, no cheer, no dance. And competition was in four weeks. I stepped in and coached, knowing absolutely nothing about cheer, gymnastics, or dance (honestly, even now there are days I can barely stand upright). We didn’t win that year, but we learned a lot. Especially me, who didn’t know a cartwheel from a back hand spring-and yes, there is an enormous difference! Somehow, in those first few weeks those little gals got me hooked. I coached them a few more years. They made me laugh, they made me cry, they made me crazy. But at games and competitions, they always made me proud. I stayed with that team until they aged out. A few went on to cheer for Norwood High. One that I know of cheered at the college level. Even now, I refer to them as “my girls,” although they are adults.
I was out of the program for a few years, until my youngest asked me to coach her. I agreed (because I just can’t say no to those big blue eyes of hers). So, I came back. The first year I had seven girls and one demonstrator. She was great. They were adorable. And all was well with the world. The little ones don’t compete, so there is little pressure to do well. But the following year, things went a bit crazy. I went from seven girls to twenty four, with two assistant coaches (who were awesome). We were overwhelmed, and did the best we could, but didn’t place. Last year, I stepped down to assistant coach to a lesser number of kids. There was a lot of drama. There were a lot of tears (on both the coaches’ and kids’ part); they, and I, both getting a bit older, hormones raging, eyes occasionally rolling. I vowed to retire from coaching. Then we won first place. I had to come back this year and coach again alongside Jen (my calmer, nicer, cheer-crazed confident, and potential partner in crime). The odds were against us. Our one and only demonstrator had to leave us for other commitments. We got a few new demonstrators and they were all great! Three weeks before competition, another girl quit the team, leaving us to scramble, tweaking
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7 Ideas To Organize Your Post-Thanksgiving Meal Clean Up By Debbie Tremblay, A.K.A. The Organizing Genie This month, families anxiously await a day of feasting on turkey, potatoes, stuffing, cranberries and dessert, to be followed by football and planning out shopping routes for Black Friday. Over the next few weeks, you may spend countless hours cleaning, shopping and toiling over a hot stove in preparation of creating the perfect Thanksgiving experience for your family. When the day arrives, do you actually find the time to unwind and enjoy spending time with your family or are your thoughts consumed with the dreaded clean-up as you watch the growing piles of pots, pans, and dishes that seem to be magically accumulating in your kitchen sink. Here are seven simple steps you can take to quickly reclaim your kitchen before and after the big meal, allowing you time to unwind and spend time with your family.
Step 1: Enlist The Help of Family Members: Ask your family to help unload the dishwasher, so that you can have it empty and ready to be filled after eating. Have them empty the trash to allow more room for a quicker cleanup. Avoid interruptions by asking them to greet guests at the door and do the
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Step 2: Protecting the Oven Before cooking the turkey, line the bottom of your stove with foil or trays to catch spills. It’s easier to clean a pan than an entire stove. Step 3: Organize A “Dirty Dish Pre-Soak Section” Prepare individual pre-soak plastic bins for plates, silverware, glasses and pots. Before settling down for dinner, fill these bins with hot, soapy water. As everyone finishes eating, scrape and rinse plates to soak in the proper bins. For lack of room, filling up half your sink with warm, soapy water will do just as well. Step 4: Simmer Down the Grease! Fill up dirty pots with soapy water and let them simmer on your stove and the tough food will magically disappear. Step 5: Let the Plumber Relax Today, It’s Thanksgiving! Before cleaning your roasting pans, never pour their grease residue down the sink. It will build up and force a call to the plumber. Instead, wipe up the grease with a newspaper or paper towels and toss in the trash. Step 6: Dealing with Leftovers Be sure to immediately cover and refrigerate all leftover foods you plan on keeping. Toss any refrigerated food that has been left out at room temperature for more than a few hours, including dips, salads and cheese. Don’t worry about placing these leftovers into smaller containers, that’s for tomorrow. 7. Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Don’t stress over petty items, just worry about the cooking and cleaning of pans and dishes. Incidentals such as chairs and arrangements can be taken care of tomorrow. Mission accomplished! Now go spend some well-deserved time with your family and truly savor the meaning of this Thanksgiving holiday. www.OrganizingGenie.com
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New at the Library! by
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Morrill Memorial Library Receives New Grant Preschool children will have some fascinating new programs at the Morrill Memorial Library this month thanks to a new state grant. The Library was awarded the ‘Full STEAM Ahead Grant,’ a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC). The funding is designed to offer programs to stimulate active exploration of the natural world for children ages 3-6 years old. The STEAM acronym stands for science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. The activities begin November 12. Find a sample below, but visit the library website as new programs may be added!
Autumn Antics Storytime Thursday, November 12, 6:30-8 p.m. This program will involve reading stories of autumn and animals followed by family activities. Trailside Museum-Nature Tales: Adaptations Saturday, November 21, 10-10:45 a.m. The Trailside Museum will be visiting to teach us how animals change to survive in their environment. What animal will they bring? Dino Discovery presented by Animal World Experience Saturday, December 12 10-10:45 a.m. Matt Gabriel will visit the library to present this one of a kind program- a blast from the prehistoric past! Come and meet our most ancient animal friends. Registration is required for all programs. Email norchild@minlib.net, call 781769-0200 ext 225, or at the Children’s Desk. Children’s Program Room.
Fall Musical Sundays is Back! Steve Rudolph’s Swing Fever Trio Sunday, November 8 3:00 p.m. The Swing Fever Trio, featuring Norwood’s own Steve Rudolph on piano and vocals, will return to the library to perform another crowd-pleasing concert! Seele Musicale Sunday, November 22 3 p.m. Seele Musicale Chamber Ensemble will perform a concert by Bach, Telemann, and Samuel Barber. The program features soprano voice, violins, viola, cello, keyboard, and oboe and recorder soloists. Seele Musicale is known for their heartfelt interpretations of vocal/instrumental works and pure instrumental music, particularly of the 17th and 18th centuries. Wolverine Jazz Quartet Sunday, December 6 3 p.m. A quartet from the Wolverine Jazz Band will perform the final concert in the fall Musical Sundays series. The quartet will include a banjo, tuba, clarinet and trumpet. They will play an assortment of traditional jazz, Dixieland, swing, and pop including some Christmas tunes. To sign up for these concerts, made possible through the library Endowment Fund, email norprograms@minlib.net, call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222, or stop by the library Reference or Information Desk.
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Nature Calls Pumpkins - A Nutritional Powerhouse By Amy Beaumont Although the approaching colder weather may drive many of us away from our yards and gardens and back into our homes, it can provide more time for other things like nutritious meals. Take the almighty pumpkin, for example. We buy them at this time of year and set them out on our steps – some of us take it a step further and carve them. While it may be easier to just let them rot and pitch them into nearby woods, consider this – pumpkins offer powerful nutritional benefits and amazing healing powers. They are a potent source of Vitamin A – which is an anti aging nutrient that revs up the skin renewal process by boosting production of the all-important collagen we hear about again and again. The production of collagen brings on smoother, tighter and more youthful skin. Also a good source of fiber, there is about 3 grams in each cup, 50 calories and no fat. More importantly, and sure to grab the attention of many, is the sexual benefit, for men in particular. Pumpkin seeds contain zinc, a mineral well documented to benefit men’s sexual health. Fertility and sex drive get a ‘boost’ from
zinc. If that weren’t enough to get your attention, consider the prostate gland. Pumpkin seeds can improve prostate health as they contain protective compounds called phytosterols. According to many nutritionists, these compounds may help to shrink the prostate gland. As men age, keeping the prostate gland healthy can be a challenge. In fact, the National Kidney and Urological Disease Information estimates that half of all men over 60 will have (BPH) or benign prostate hyperplasia. And as is the case with all health problems, it’s always easier to deal with them on a preventative level. Investing in your health through nutrition is easy, and an inexpensive yet reliable ‘insurance.’ Early twentieth century people knew this, and used pumpkins seeds as well as other zinc-rich foods back then to treat prostrate issues. As I dug deeper into the healing power of pumpkins and their seeds, several studies noted the success of treating nasty parasites in the gut in areas such as Africa. Native Americans also knew the benefits, and including them in their diets. Stepping back to the general population and digestion, pumpkin can certainly maintain
digestive health on several levels. Beyond its fiber content, pumpkin also contains potassium, which is also important for digestion. For women’s health, iron is particularly important and can be found in pumpkin puree. A one-cup serving of pumpkin puree contains 3.4 grams of iron – a mineral that keeps you from getting
ill by building a stronger immune system. Fifteen percent of our daily Vitamin E is also found in a serving of pumpkin puree, which is important to keep the immune system working properly. While no one food item can bring about superhero status, anyone can build on their diet by adding items that truly have a positive
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impact on their health. So before you forget about the pumpkin on your steps, pull it in the house and use what Mother Nature has given us – a nutritional powerhouse. Amy Beaumont is a portrait photographer and a freelance writer. She can be reached at abeaumontphotography@gmail. com\
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Paul Baldassari initially needed some coaxing from his wife Janice Parisi to explore the possibility of joining New England Fat Loss (NEFL). He had tried several national weight loss programs over the past years, all with disappointing results. But Baldassari was open to a solution. Weighing 250 pounds and entering a potentially harmful prediabetic stage, he needed the key that would help improve his overall health. The answer came with NEFL. Less than five months into the program, Baldassari lost over 54 pounds, and through the guidance of NEFL Clinical Director Dr. Dirk Johns, developed a healthy diet and lifestyle. “I feel absolutely fantastic!” Baldassari exclaimed. “It’s a shame I got myself that bad, but it’s a wonderful thing I found them.” Results came quickly for both 64 year-old Baldassari and 56 year-old Parisi. In just 40 days,
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How to Rake Leaves Like a Pro Contributed by Kellie Robinson, PT DPT, Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, Inc. Fall is a beautiful time of the year and one of the things New Englanders look forward to is the foliage; one thing they don’t look forward to is raking leaves. Some of you have gone out to rake leaves and the next day have developed a strain or injury to your back, shoulders, or wrists.
Quick Tips on How to Avoid any Aches and Pains This Fall Season Warmup is Essential: First things first, raking leaves is an actual work out, and it’s important to incorporate a light warmup and some light stretching before you begin. Avoid Twisting: Raking leaves requires a variety of movements that include, twisting, bending, lifting and reaching. Twisting is one of the movements you should try to avoid. Instead, keep a straight back, engage your core and use your legs to assist in shifting your weight. Avoid throwing a
bag of leaves over your shoulder or to the side as this twisting motion can also strain the back. Proper Rake Height: Make sure that the rake you are using is of the proper height and weight. If the rake is too short you could strain your back, and if it’s too heavy, it will produce added strain at the neck shoulders and wrists. Minimize the distance that you move your leaves and be sure to rake leaves that are closer to where you are standing. When we work closer to our body we have more control and increased strength, which allows for a circumference where strain and/ or injury will be decreased. Bend Properly: When bending over to pick up or move a pile of leaves, it’s important to bend at your knees and place your weight onto your heels to avoid any strain at your knees or back. Take Breaks: Make sure you take adequate breaks, and know when it’s time to stop. The raking doesn’t have to be done all in one day. Remember the weather can also affect your raking.
When it is windy out, make sure to rake in the same direction that the wind is blowing to save you some energy. Also, try not to rake when it has just rained and the leaves are wet. The water will significantly increase the weight of the leaves that you are trying to move and will make this project even less fun. These tips will not only save you time but energy. Rake smarter not harder, and avoid injury as we head into this beautiful fall weather! If you should injury yourself while raking, call us directly for an appointment and we can evaluate your condition and begin treatment right away. If we think additional treatment is necessary, we can coordinate with your MD. Make us your first choice in physical therapy as your recovery is our expertise! Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab Inc. has 3 convenient locations. Call our Norwood clinic, our Norfolk/Wrentham clinic or our brand new Norfolk Center clinic at (781) 769-2040 today! Go to www.ptandsr.com to learn more!
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Mental Health Activist and Comedian to Speak at Norwood Theatre The IAM Strong Foundation presents “Confessions of a Depressed Comic, An Evening with Kevin Breel,” comedian, mental health activist, and writer. This free event is sponsored by Westwood-Mansfield Pediatric Associates with the support of The Norwood Theatre. Breel, 22, from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, will be at The Norwood Theatre, 109 Central Street, in Norwood, on Wednesday, November 4. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the program begins at 7:30 p.m. A panel discussion will follow Kevin Breel’s presentation, entitled “Personal Reflections . . .Living with Teenagers Struggling with Mental Health Issues.” Panelists will include Kevin Breel, Patrick Sweeney, M.Ed., LMHC, Behavioral Therapist for Westwood-Mansfield Pediatric Associates, as well as panelists speaking from the parent and college student perspectives. Breel began touring as a comedian in his teens and has performed at venues including the
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Norwood Thrift Shop Holding its Annual Christmas Sale The Women’s Community Committee Thrift Shop, located at 1091 Washington Street, Norwood, will hold its annual Christmas sale on Saturday, November 28, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. New gift items, clothes, ornaments, decorations, games and toys are featured at great prices. The WCC, a volunteer non-profit organization, hopes that this Christmas Sale is one of the first stops for holiday gift buying. All proceeds are used to support local organizations.
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The Town of Norwood offers many great activities, workshops and classes at its Senior Center, at 275 Prospect St. Senior residents who have not already checked out this fantastic resource, drop by some time, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Stop in and likely encounter familiar faces, meet new friends, take advantage of health screenings, join an exercise class or learn something new! The Senior Center also provides lots of great information and news from local, state and federal organizations.
November Events Gary Highlander/D-Day November 2, 1 p.m. Millie’s Mini Bazaar November 4, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. COA Board Meeting November 5, 1 p.m. Real Estate/Financing Q&A November 6, 12 noon Dessert will be served Sign up at the front desk Triad November 16, 1 p.m. Norwood Housing Authority Thanksgiving Dinner with Banjo Ragtimers November 20, 12 Noon $5.00 Please sign up at front desk
Regular Monthly Events Arts & Crafts: Offered Every First Thursday of each month at 11:00 am. BASIC COMPUTER COURSE: A four-part basic computer course is frequently offered to those who wish to learn how to use a computer. Sign-up at the front desk. New class will be announced soon. BINGO: Every Wednesday, from 12:45 pm. to 3:00 pm. $5.00 to get started. We have begun a new game, for $1.00 with a winner take all prize! You must be here by 12:45 pm. to play the new game! BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC: Hellenic Health Care will be available for blood pressure screening on the first Wednesday of each month. Ellis Nursing Home will offer blood pressure screening on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. The Walpole VNA will provide blood pressure screening on the third Wednesday of each month at 11:30 am. BOOK CLUB: Our next Book Club will be meeting on November 16th at 10:00 am. BRIDGE: Our Bridge Club meets on Thursdays at 9:15 am in the Library. The Tuesday group has been cancelled. COMPUTER CLUB: The Computer Club meets every Wednesday at 1PM COUNCIL ON AGING: COA next Meeting will be November 5th @ 1PM CRIBBAGE: Our seniors meet every Monday at 12:45 pm. to play cribbage. DIABETES WORKSHOP: The Diabetes Workshop Thursday November 18th at 11AM. EXCEL CLASSES: Excel classes have resumed. Please sign up. FOOT DOCTOR: Dr. Cormier will be here Tuesday, November 17th 8:30AM-12 Noon GLEE CLUB: Glee Club meets every Tuesday at 11:15 am. HANDCRAFTERS: Handcrafters meet every Monday from 1pm. - 3pm. Line Dance Classes are held each Tuesday. Class will be held from 1PM-2PM MASSAGE THERAPIST: Karen Tracy is here on the first Monday of each month. Please sign up at front desk. Massages are $30.00 for half an hour. NORWOOD RETIRED MEN’S CLUB: The Board of Directors meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10:30 am. at the Senior Center (Except July and August). The Club Membership meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Norwood Elks Lodge, at 10:00 am. OIL PAINTING: No Oil Painting class is offered at this time Poetry Club: Is held on the Third Wednesday of each month at 1:00pm, Facilitated by Nancy from the Library. SCRABBLE: Thursday afternoon at 1:00 pm. Come and join us for a game. SHINE: Our SHINE Counselor, Carol, is here to help you with your medical insurance needs on Tuesdays from 10:00 am. - 2:00 pm. Please call 781-762-1201 for an appointment.
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SQUARE DANCE: Please join our Square Dance Class every Tuesday at 9:00am. WATER COLOR: The next session is scheduled for Thursday, November 12th at 9:00 am. Payment of $20.00 m ust be made at time of signup. WHIST: Whist players meet on Tuesdays at 12:45 pm. in the library. WHIST PARTY: Whist parties will be held on the 4th Friday of each month 1:00 pm. - 3:00 pm.
Mini-Bus Trips Tuesday, Nov.3-Walmart Tuesday, Nov. 10-Westwood Station Tuesday, Nov. 17-Plainridge casino Tuesday, Nov. 24-Patriot Place For more information or to sign up for any of the above programs, call 781-762-1201, or stop by the Senior Center at 275 Prospect St., Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT OCTOBER 15-DECEMBER 7 This is the time to reevaluate Medicare Drug Plans for 2016. If you have a FREE STANDING DRUG PLAN (not HMO, PPO, or Retiree Plan), there are a few options to review coverage. • Schedule an appointment with the SHINE counselor. Call Sheila at 781-762-1201, x3. Appointments will be held on Wednesday, November 8. or 1. Pick up an enrollment form at the Senior Center 2. Complete the form and mail to the HESSCO address on the back of the form 3. A 2016 drug plan search will be performed by a SHINE counselor and mailed back 4. If it is determined a change in plan would save money, residents can fill out the form themselves or make an appointment with a SHINE counselor for assistance.
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Myths & Realities of a Reverse Mortgage As with many financial products, HECM loans, aka Reverse Mortgages (Home Equity Conversion Mortgages), can be complicated and there may be a number of misconceptions about how the product works. Do you know the myths vs. the realities?
Myth No. 1: The lender does not own the home. You will retain the title and ownership during the life of the loan, and you can sell your home at any time. Myth No. 2: The home must be free and clear of any existing mortgages. Actually, many borrowers use the reverse mortgage loan to pay off an existing mortgage and eliminate monthly mortgage payments. Myth No. 3: Once loan proceeds are received, you pay taxes on them. Reverse mortgage loan proceeds are tax-free as it is not considered income. Myth No. 4: The borrower is restricted on how to use the loan proceeds. Once any existing mortgage or lien has been paid off, the net loan proceeds from your HECM loan can be used for any reason. Many borrowers use it to
supplement their retirement income, defer receiving Social Security benefits, pay off debt, pay for medical expenses, remodel their home, or help their adult children.
Myth No. 5: Only poor people need reverse mortgages. The perception of the reverse mortgage as an assist for the “poor” borrower is changing. Many affluent senior borrowers with multi-million dollar homes and healthy retirement assets are using reverse mortgage loans as part of their financial and estate planning, and are working closely in conjunction with financial professionals and estate attorneys to enhance their overall quality and enjoyment of life. For more information on the steps towards an HECM loan, contact John Sullivan, Omega Financial Inc., 7 Vernon St., Norwood, or call 781-762-2928. Licensed by the Massachusetts Division of Banks #2671, NMLS #9534. For seniors considering this financing option, John Sullivan will be holding a Real Estate & Financial Workshop with Michele Taranto, Keller Williams Realty, on Friday, November 6, 12 noon, Norwood Senior Center. Call 781-762-1201 to sign register.
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SOCIAL SECURITY - Fact Sheet 2016 SOCIAL SECURITY CHANGES Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA): Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will not automatically increase in 2016 as there was no increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) from the third quarter of 2014 to the third quarter of 2015. Other important 2016 Social Security information is as follows: Tax Rate: Employee Self-Employed
2015 2016 7.65% 15.30%
7.65% 15.30%
NOTE: The 7.65% tax rate is the combined rate for Social Security and Medicare. The Social Security portion (OASDI) is 6.20% on earnings up to the applicable taxable maximum amount (see below). The Medicare portion (HI) is 1.45% on all earnings. Also, as of January 2013, individuals with earned income of more than $200,000 ($250,000 for married couples filing jointly) pay an additional 0.9 percent in Medicare taxes. The tax rates shown above do not include the 0.9 percent.
Maximum Taxable Earnings: Social Security (OASDI only) Medicare (HI only)
$118,500 No Limit
$118,500*
$1,220
$1,260
$15,720/yr. ($1,310/mo.)
$15,720/yr.* ($1,310/mo.)
NOTE: One dollar in benefits will be withheld for every $2 in earnings above the limit. The year an individual reaches full $41,880/yr. retirement age ($3,490/mo.)
$41,880/yr.* ($3,490/mo.)
Quarter of Coverage: Retirement Earnings Test Exempt Amounts: Under full retirement age
NOTE: Applies only to earnings for months prior to attaining full retirement age. One dollar in benefits will be withheld for every $3 in earnings above the limit. There is no limit on earnings beginning the month an individual attains full retirement age.
Social Security Disability Thresholds: Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) Non-Blind Blind Trial Work Period (TWP)
$1,090/mo. $1,820/mo. $ 780/mo.
$1,130/mo. $1,820/mo.* $ 810/mo.
Maximum Social Security Benefit: Worker Retiring at Full Retirement Age:
$2,663/mo.
$2,639/mo.**
$ 733/mo. $1,100/mo.
$ 733/mo.* $1,100/mo.*
SSI Federal Payment Standard: Individual Couple
SSI Resources Limits: Individual Couple
$2,000 $2,000 $3,000 $3,000
SSI Student Exclusion: Monthly limit Annual limit
$1,780 $7,180
$1,780* $7,180*
Estimated Average Monthly Social Security Benefits Payable in January 2016: All Retired Workers Aged Couple, Both Receiving Benefits $2,212 Widowed Mother and Two Children $2,680 Aged Widow(er) Alone Disabled Worker, Spouse and One or More Children $1,983 All Disabled Workers
$1,341 $1,285 $1,166
* Because there is no COLA, by law these amounts remain unchanged in 2016. ** A decrease in full maximum benefits occurs when there is no COLA, but there is an increase in the national average wage index.
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Law Does Not Provide for a Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment for 2016 With consumer prices down over the past year, monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for nearly 65 million Americans will not automatically increase in 2016. The Social Security Act provides for an automatic increase in Social Security and SSI benefits if there is an increase in inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W). The period of consideration includes the third quarter of the last year a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) was made to the third quarter of the current year. As determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there was no increase in the CPI-W from the third quarter of 2014 to the third quarter of 2015. Therefore, under existing law, there can be no COLA in 2016. Other adjustments that would normally take effect based on changes in the national average wage index also will not take effect in January 2016. Since there is no COLA, the statute also prohibits a change in the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax, as well as the retirement earnings test
exempt amounts. These amounts will remain unchanged in 2016. The attached fact sheet provides more information on 2016 Social Security and SSI changes. The Department of Health and Human Services has not yet announced Medicare premium changes for 2016. Should there be an increase in the Medicare Part B premium, the law contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects approximately 70 percent of Social Security beneficiaries from paying a higher Part B premium, in order to avoid reducing their net Social Security benefit. Those not protected include higher income beneficiaries subject to an income-adjusted Part B premium and beneficiaries newly entitled to Part B in 2016. In addition, beneficiaries who have their Medicare Part B premiums paid by state medical assistance programs will see no change in their Social Security benefit. The state will be required to pay any Medicare Part B premium increase. Information about Medicare changes for 2016, when available, will be found at www. medicare.gov. For additional information, please go to www.socialsecurity.gov/cola.
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PET CORNER Meet Molly the MOVIE STAR Molly was rescued from a nice person who took her in after nearby tenants moved out and left her behind. She co-existed in a 2 room apartment with a dog and cat and it was not pleasant for anyone. The existing animals bullied her. They sought help from BSAC and thereafter she was available for adoption. Like many movie stars, being in the right place at the right time and having all the right characteristics led Molly to her first movie role! A local animal trainer, Michelle Welch of Turn Around Training, often gets calls from ad agencies and production companies who are looking for animals for print and film work. A German film studio needed the “perfect” black cat for a movie they were filming in Salem. Michelle reached to BSAC and though we had a few black cats only Molly met the criteria for the role she needed to play. As Michele said, “It’s a tricky thing, finding a cat that looks the part and also handles the set and all the distractions that go with it!” Molly went home with Michele for a little bonding and training. In a home with kids and large dogs, Molly found herself at home quickly. We were told she loved sleeping with the kids and after a hiss or two, cohabited just fine with the dogs. Then it was show time. Molly spent 3 long days with Michele on set where she had to stay in position during many scenes, get picked up and carried around or just held by an actress while the actress delivered her lines. All of which was done
over and over until the director got what he needed. Molly was a champ and handled it all like a pro. Could Molly be your next Star! She’s available for viewing and meet and greets at Petco in Norwood!
Hospice Foster Care is when we find ourselves caring for cats that will not live long healthy lives as they are compromised by either age or health related conditions. We are seeking people with the heart and strength to allow these appreciative worthwhile creatures the chance to live amongst a family for the remainder of their lives.
MEET DUDE:
RIP Our dear kitten Milkshake took an unexpected turn for the worst a few weeks ago and lost his battle with neurological difficulties. What a big spot this little guy filled within all who met him. BSAC reminds everyone that this is what we do….when resources and care are available we do not discriminate regarding the cat’s health, age, personality or color. We help as we can as they come to us. Currently, we have other special needs cats and kittens needing forever homes. Please consider giving these cats the best life they can have. Inquire today, info@ baystateanimals.org.
Hospice and Long-Term Care Needed As a no-kill rescue we find ourselves in the bitter sweet situation of caring for elderly, sickly or immune compromised cats for the remainder of their lives. The resources we need are both financial, to support their medical care, and residential, a safe supportive home environment.
Dude was one of many cats trapped as part of a Trap-Neuter-Return effort. He, like many others like him, appeared to be struggling with some health concerns upon examination. His future outside was risky and he appeared to want to be with humans. The volunteer kept him inside in her home after surgery for observation. He was later diagnosed with both FIV and Feline Leukemia. Dude has since become an extremely friendly cat and deserves to live out the remainder of his life with a family. He currently shows little to no signs of any ailments, is on no medications and is surely a pleasure to be around. He currently resides in a home with other cats hence he must reside in a separate room where he does not get the human cuddling he longs for as often as he would prefer. Dude needs a forever Hospice Foster Care home as soon as possible! Consider him as he has lots of love to give. He cannot reside in a home with other cats unless they are vaccinated against feline leukemia. Dude would make an excellent senior companion as he would enjoy hanging out and watching the tube and playing with toys alongside a human. Long-term Foster Care is simi-
Norwood Animal Shelter
These cute pups are available for adoption at the Norwood Animal Shelter. If you are interested in providing a loving home for one of these homeless dogs, call 781-762-3159,
visit their website at www.norwoodma.gov, click on public safety, then animal control, or meet them in person during shelter visiting hours, Monday-Friday, 4-5 p.m., Bos.-Prov.
Meet Cookie. He is a 3 year-old rat terrier mix. His owner passed away and the family was unable to keep him. Cookie is up to date on his shots and neutered. He would make a terrific addition in an adult home.
lar to hospice foster care but the ailment or situation with the cat is either un-known or the diagnoses does not necessarily indicate a shortened life span. These cats may have a compromised health condition or handicap, example; a blind cat, an immune compromised kitten, a diabetic cat or other similar situations. Some of these kitties may still find their forever homes along the way!
MEET AGNES: Recently a fabulous donor contributed to the needs of one such case, Agnes. Agnes is a beautiful neurologically compromised adult cat that is the size of a 3 month old kitten and has special needs requiring a safe living environment (no stairs or places she can fall into or off from). Agnes is quite needy, in a welcomed way. She would prefer to be held 24/7 and sleep in your bed under the covers. She is VERY vocal when she is not getting all of the attention. Agnes is a unique color with lots of spunk. Agnes could benefit from more extensive medical diagnoses of over $3,000. The first $500 donation was received, THANK YOU and will move us in that direction. In the meantime, she is not suffering and is safe and cared for. Providing her another residence is one we are seeking where we continue to pay for her medical expenses while the long-term foster home provides her daily food, litter and the affection she craves. Let us know if you want to meet her or please consider a donation to her future diagnostic expenses: BSAC, Inc., 47 Windsor Rd., Norwood, Ma. 02062, Attention: Agnes.
Where are they now! Check out recent repeat adopters. This family has adopted 4 kitties from BSAC. One sadly passed away from a rare heart condition. The addition of these two new kittens to their family was a happy day for all. They are now enjoying life with their older step-brother, Lego . Thank you for loving our rescued kitties.
Bay State Animal Cooperative, Inc.-For more info on how you can volunteer, donate supplies (currently in need of Paper towels, Petco Litter and Halo brand wet and dry food at our adoption center at Petco in Norwood) or send financial donations to: BSAC, Inc., 47 Windsor Rd., Norwood, Ma. 02062. Please visit us at www.baystateanimals.org to see our animals for adoption through petfinder on our site or email us at info@baystateanimals.org with inquiries. Like us on Facebook! Facebook.com/BSAC09
LOST CAT update: Hgwy., Rte. 1 northbound, just before University Ave. intersection.
Achi is an adorable 2-3 yerar-old neutered, male cocker-poo. He was found wandering in Norwood and had not been groomed for approximately 2 years. He is a happy, playful little dog with a lot of energy. He is looking for a loving, active home.
The beautiful kitten who was found, then lost has since been found again! Though her previous owner may never be found, the family who has found her again will keep her as their new family member. Thank you all for giving feedback and assistance. If you lose a pet, “don’t give up”. Post on Norwood Now, call the Norwood Animal Control 71-762-3159, post flyers, contact all vets and shelters in your area, post safely on FB!
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Breast in Show Walk Another Great Success by Bella Caggiano October 25 was a drizzly day in Norwood, but the weather did not discourage approximately 74 walkers and their pets to take to the streets for a three-mile walk to help raise money for breast cancer research. The event was the 3rd Annual Breast in Show Walk, sponsored by the Soggie Doggie and co-owners Meghan Terwilliger and Rebecca Collins. Many participants and nearly 40 of their four-legged companions dressed up for the occasion, but taking center stage that day was raising nearly $3500 for
the organization. “We are so grateful that so many people showed up today to support our pet walk despite the not-so-great weather,” Terwilliger said. “It turned out that the rain stopped just as people were starting to show up and we ended up having another great day! It means the world to us to have this incredible support from our community.” Despite Mother Nature, Norwood neighbors were happy and eager to join in the cause. “We have so many friends and family members who have been
personally affected by this disease,” Soggie Doggie customers Bridget and Michael Servatius said. “Thank you so much for your efforts to raise awareness and money to find a cure. Go Team Soggie Doggie!” “Without money for research to develop treatments, and eventually a cure, others may not have the fortunate results my mom had in beating this disease.” Soggie Doggie customer Garrett Graham said. In addition to the walkers who generously took time out of their schedules join in the walk, a big
thanks goes out to local businesses and the Town of Norwood to make this event happen. “A HUGE thank you to Giorgio’s Pizza for donating pizza to our event, Dipsea Cakes for donating the BEAUTIFUL and incredibly tasty cupcakes, Sydney Shuman Photography for donating her time and talent to photo-
graph our event, and to the Town of Norwood for allowing us the opportunity to put on this walk every year,” Collins said. The Soggie Doggie is located at 1159 Washington St., South Norwood. To view a full gallery of pictures, visit their website at www. thesoggiedoggie.com.
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Norwood Sports Norwood Football by
Christopher Tremblay
Last fall, the Mustangs first six games all ended the same way – with a loss. In week seven, they grabbed their first win of the season and then went on to capture victories in four of their last five games. This season, the momentum carried forth and Norwood rolled off three wins against Framingham (31-13), Wayland (21-7) and Dedham (28-0) before finally falling to Walpole 34-14. Although the Walpole defeat was by 20 points, the Rebels really didn’t supply the knockout punch until the final few minutes of the game. “The score was not indicative of the entire game,” Norwood Coach Jim Tighe said. “It was a 7-point game with four minutes left before they scored their final
14 points in that time. Walpole is a big rival of ours and the kids were playing good football and hung in there while never quitting.” With a 3-1 record, Tighe is not surprised in the least at his team’s early season success. “Coming into the season I thought that we were going to be good; we had a solid group of seniors and quite a few with game time experience coming back,” the coach said. “I was expecting good things from this team, but it’s one game at a time and we are not going to get ahead of ourselves.” Leading the Mustangs charge out of the gate has been the five senior captains: Joe Mazzotta (inside linebacker/running back), Joe Leanos (quarterback), Jake Vail (free safety/wide receiver), Steve Lussier (offensive guard/defensive tackle) and Zac Pungitore (wide
receiver/cornerback). Having finished the last two games last fall under center for the Mustangs, Leanos got the experience he would need. Coming into camp this fall he was not guaranteed the starting quarterback position, he had to compete and earn it. Thus far, the senior has proved his coaches’ decision right. Norwood does not solely rely on the arm of Leanos to connect with two of the team’s top receivers in Pungitore and Sean Mellen, but also will allow the backs to run as to show they are not predictable. Mazzotta, a tough bruisertype runner, will carry the bulk of the load out of the backfield,
but Tighe likes to mix it up with a couple of other backs in George Mason and Tony Ortega to bring in fresh legs from time to time. Allowing Leanos the time to throw or opening holes for the runners to pass through is the Norwood offensive line of James Connolly (center), Lussier (left guard), Abass Ghadbouni (right guard), Max Kane or Reuel Toney (left tackle) and Bobby Shayka (right tackle). Defensively, the Mustangs are strong retuning a good number of athletes from last year’s squad with Pungitore leading the way from his cornerback position. Others contributing are Vail and Conor
Riggle at safety, Demari Mayers and Richie Watson at outside linebacker, Mazzotta and Mike Flynn as inside linebackers, Ryan Cullinane at defensive end and Lussier at the nose. Adley Eugene has been playing well as a first-year defensive back, Keith Stokes has been impressive at defensive tackle and already has seven sacks to show for all his hard work and Ghadbouni has come on strong as of late. Despite falling to neighboring Walpole, Norwood is looking to get right back up and start themselves another winning streak, one that hopefully takes them all the way to the tournament.
Trot, Trot Through Norwood by
Bella Caggiano
Norwood offers runners many options to tour its beautiful town by foot throughout the year, but the Annual Turkey Trot is considered a favorite communal event. The Sunday before the grandest meal of the year, local residents lace up their sneakers to celebrate the holiday with the Town’s own unique pre-Thanksgiving tradition. The popular athletic race will be held on Sunday, November 22, 11 a.m., beginning and ending at Norwood High School, 245 Nichols St. Registration ends November 19, $30 race fee and $2.50 sign-up fee. Register at www.runsignup.com. The Turkey Trot is a pre-holiday Nor-
wood custom where adults, teenagers, kids and families “trot” their way through the familiar streets of their hometown. Athletes are invited to run individually or with a team. Young runners can even join the event with the Kids Tot Trot. There will be a 100-yard dash for kids five years old and younger and a 1/4 mile run for kids nine years old and younger. These events begin at 10:30 a.m., and are free of charge, but must be registered at www.runsignup.com. The four-mile route is both challenging and picturesque as it leads runners down Nichols St., winding around the Willett Parkway neighborhood and finishing with cheering crowds at Norwood High School.
In previous years, the race has included over 700 participants, many who call Norwood home and some from as far as Cape Cod and northern Massachusetts. Runners of all ages are welcome to participate in the race and prizes and awards are presented among age groups. Cash awards will also be given for the top three male and female runners as well as top team, top master and top senior runners. Long-sleeve t-shirts will also be given out to the first 300 registered runners and free raffles to all runners. Not a runner? Join in the fun by grabbing a lawn chair and cheering on your local athletes! Who knows, you may be so
motivated, you’ll find yourself soon training for next year’s trot! For more information or to register for the Norwood Turkey Trot, visit contact Race Director Jim Henry at 617-610-0084 or email wingedfootrunning@comcast.net.
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Norwood Sports Norwood Swimming by
Christopher Tremblay
Last fall, the Norwood Swimming team was considerably small in numbers in addition to be very young n the pool. This season however, the Mustangs saw a spike in their numbers and second year coach Jennifer Rodger is hoping that the trend continues year after year. “Last year, we had 17 athletes on a good day, this year we have 24 and I’m hoping that continues,” the Norwood coach said. “A lot of the teams in our league have 30-plus athletes, and while our team is smaller, our athletes are competing in three or four events. And although they are getting the experience, they are not as fresh as other teams.” Despite having a smaller squad, the Mustangs coach is looking to build the endurance of her young and rather inexperienced team and improving their ability and versatility. Through the first three meets, Norwood has been unlucky in terms of their record (the Mustangs are currently 0-3 falling to
Natick, Wellesley and Marshfield), but have posted a lot of personal bests and continue to cut into their times. “Everything that we have been working on has been improving and are looking to emphasize strong finishes,” Rodger said. “We face some tough competition in our league and our record really doesn’t show what is actually happening in the pool.” At print deadline, sophomore Grace Gillis has stood out meet after meet and has continued to improve upon her times in both the 100-backstroke and 200-freestyle. As a sophomore, Coach Rodger is ecstatic that she has her for two more years following this season. Gillis is close to qualifying for the sectionals in the backstroke and the freestyle is still a possibility. Brendan Hurley has already qualified for the 100 breaststroke and is on the verge of getting the chance to represent the team in the States. With eight meets left at the time of this writing, the junior has posted a best time of 1:11.67 in the event and needs to whittle
his time down to 1:11.26 to qualify for the state tournament. Hurley also swims the 50 and 100-fresstyle. Another Norwood qualifier is freshman Austin Reardon, who will be heading to the sectionals to compete in both the 50 and 100-fresstyle and Rodger is hoping that the first-year swimmer can add the 200-frestyle to his accomplishments. Junior Elizabeth Wagner has continued to show tremendous growth from last season into this year, especially in the 100-freestyle where she currently has a best 1:12.33. “She’s a coach’s dream,” Rodger said “You can criticize her and tell her what she needs to do and she runs with it. Last year, she was swimming around 1:18 and this year she has cut that time by 6 seconds while she continues to morph into an elite swimmer.” Senior tri-captain Emerson Kearns gives the Mustangs a bona fide diver. Last season, Kearns competed in sectionals as well as the state tournament. In the team’s first two meets of the sea-
Pictured left to right: Coaches Maureen Erickson, Kate Curtin, Jen Rodger, George Stemidies
son, the junior diver surpassed the recommended 180-point plateau to qualify for the sectionals and has passed the 192-point qualifying once and needs one more to advance into the states. According to the coach, Kearns, who prefers diving, is a good swimmer in the pool as well. The teams other two captains are seniors Shannon Carey (500 and 200-fresstyle) and Ben Won (50 and 200-freestyle and 100 breast stroke). As the individual swimmers and divers continue to move to-
ward qualifying, Rodger is still looking to pinpoint each athlete’s area of improvement. “As coaches we want to see the individualization come together as a team,” she said. “Having athletes reach their goals while improving their time to advance into the sectionals and states is essential to the team’s success.” As the season continues, Rodger is hoping that a good number of Norwood athletes qualify so that the Mustangs can be well represented in both tournaments.
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Calendar of Events November 2 ‘A Pilgrim Thanksgiving’ Morrill Memorial Library 7 p.m. Local historian and professor Dr. Gary Hylander will lecture on “A Pilgrim Thanksgiving.” To sign up, stop by the reference or information desk, call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222, or email norprograms@ minlib.net. November 3 Norwood High Winter Sports Information Night Norwood High School, Performing Arts Center 7 p.m. The Norwood High Athletic Department is having a Winter Sports Information Night. All winter athletes and a parent/guardian are required to attend. November 4 Fall Craft Workshop Morrill Memorial Library 10 a.m. Artisan Cindy Rudolph will teach how to make a decorative fall foliage mason jar. For ages 14 and over. Materials fee: $3.00. Please bring a glue stick and scissors if possible. If you wish to decorate a second container, feel free to bring in a clear glass jar or wine bottle. To sign up, call 781-769-0200, email norprograms@minlib.net, or stop by the library reference or information desk. Family Movie Night: ‘Inside out’ Morrill Memorial Library 6:30 p.m. To register, email norprograms@ minlib.net, call 781-769-0200 x110, or visit the reference or information desks. Confessions of a Depressed Comic, An Evening with Kevin Breel Norwood Theatre 7 p.m. A panel discussion will follow Kevin Breel’s free presentation, entitled “Personal Reflections . . Living with Teenagers Struggling with Mental Health Issues.” Panelists will include Kevin Breel, Patrick Sweeney, M.Ed., LMHC, Behavioral Therapist for Westwood-Mansfield Pediatric Associates, as well as panelists speaking from the parent and college student perspectives. The program is recommended for high school age and up, and is free and open to the public. New socks and underwear will be accepted for donation at the door, to benefit adults and teens receiving inpatient psychiatric care. November 5 First Thursday Book Club Morrill Memorial Library 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. The book being discussed at the
November meeting will be “The March” by E. L. Doctorow.
Jake n JOES will contribute 20% of the total bill to the Cleveland PTA! Flyers are available on the Learn to Knit PTA Facebook page. Morrill Memorial Library November 10 6 p.m. Learn to knit, from casting on to Norwood High School Early Dismissal casting off. The class will work together on the same project, and Curriculum development day. all materials will be provided in a Norwood High School will have kit for $5.00. To sign up, call 781- early dismissal-1/2 day. 769-0200 x110 or email norprograms@minlib.net. Participants Norwood Women’s Club must be 14 years of age or older. Meeting Emmanuel Church, 24 Berwick Pl. November 6 12:30 p.m. Family Bingo Night Bob Jackson will entertain with a Cleveland Elementary School talk about Presidential First Ladies 6:30-8 p.m. and will test your knowledge of All families are welcome. Come Presidents. Any questions call and win prizes and support the Trina Mallet at 781-762-8173. Cleveland School PTA! ‘Happy’ Film Screening and November 7 Discussion Putting for Patients Morrill Memorial Library Norwood High School Gym 7 p.m. 12-4 p.m. The Together Yes Fall 2015 The NHS student council is Sustainability Series concludes sponsoring a family friendly event with a screening and discussion of to benefit the Jimmy Fund. There the award-winning documentary will be an 18-hole mini golf “Happy.” Are you happy? What course, putting green competition, makes people happy? Happiness caricature artist, face painting and is believed to make us live longer, more! Students $10, adults $12. better, and with more care for the world. At least one nation has November 8 begun measuring progress with an Fall Musical Sundays index of GDH (Gross Domestic Morrill Memorial Library Happiness), rather than the strictly 3 p.m. economic GDP. To sign up, stop The Swing Fever Trio, featuring by the library reference or inforNorwood’s own Steve Rudolph mation desk, email norprograms@ on piano and vocals, will return minlib.net, or call 781-769-0200, to the library to perform another x110 or 222. crowd-pleasing concert. To sign November 11 up, stop by the library reference or information desk, call 781Veteran’s Day 769-0200, x110 or 222, or email Norwood schools and municipal norprograms@minlib.net. buildings closed today. Federal workers also have the day off and Parkway Concert Orchestra there is no mail delivery. First Congregational Church, 100 November 12 Winter St. 3 p.m. Author Series: Doug Most Music Director Geneviève Leclair Morrill Memorial Library conducts the 50 piece non-profit 7 p.m. orchestra in ‘American Salute’ by Doug Most, who wrote The Race Morton Gould, ‘An American in Underground: Boston, New York, Paris Suite,’ ‘Adagio for Strings,’ and the Incredible Rivalry That ‘Pops Hoe Down,’ and ‘Billy the Built America’s First Subway. Mr. Kid Suite.’ The program is supMost is Deputy Managing Editor ported in part by a grant from the for the Boston Globe. The Race Norwood Cultural Council. Tick- Underground was named one of ets are a donation of $15; $10 for the five must-reads of 2015. To seniors and students; and free for register, email norprograms@ children under 12 years old. For minlib.net, call 781-769-0200, ticket reservations call 781-762x110 or 222, or stop by the library 0288, and for more information, reference or information desk. visit the orchestra’s web site at November 13 www.ParkwayConcertOrchestra. Coakley Middle School/ org. Elementary Schools - Early November 9 Dismissal Jake n Joes Cleveland School Parent/teacher conferences. PTA Fundraiser Coakley Middle School and all Jake n Joes, Rte. 1, Norwood Norwood elementary schools will All Day/Night have AM session only. Enjoy lunch, dinner, drinks or take-out from Jake n JOES Willett Early Childhood CenNorwood and when paying your ter Open House/Registration check, give your server or barWillett Childhood Center, 100 tender the Cleveland School flyer. Westover Pkwy.
12:30-2:30 p.m. The Integrated Preschool Program will be hosting an Open House/ Registration. Baby Sitter Lessons & Safety Training (B.L.A.S.T.) Civic Center 1-4 p.m. This American Academy of Pediatrics course covers how to handle the basics of infant and childcare, how to react to medical emergencies and injuries, perform first ad and set up and run a babysitting business. For ages 11-13 years old. Cost is $48 for residents, and $58 for non residents. Sign up at the Civic Center. Parent’s Night Out Civic Center 6-9 p.m. Parents, enjoy an evening out and let the Playcamp and Civic Center staff watch the kids! Their night will include large group games, crafts, BINGO and more! Your night will include....well anything you want! Pizza dinner and juice provided. For grades 1-5. Cost is $10 per child. /Sign up at the Civic Center. November 14 Thomas the Tank Engine Party Civic Center 9:30-11 a.m. Feel free to bring in your own Thomas tracks or use ones at the Civic Center to create scenes from the Island of Sodor. The day will also include Sodor snack and fun train activities! For ages 3-8 years old. Cost is $15 for residents, $25 for non residents. Sign up at the Civic Center. Parents Bowling Night Norwood Sports Center 7-10 p.m. The Cleveland PTA is taking over the lower level of the Norwood Sports Center for an adults only Bowling Night! Challenge your friends, make a team and join in for a fun parents night out. Tribute to John Denver Norwood Theatre 7:30 p.m. Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon band have toured the country together entertaining audiences with their tribute to the talented John Denver. Tickets are $32 – $35 for adults, $29 – $32, for seniors, and $40 for premium seats. To purchase tickets, call 781-551-9000, visit the box office Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 3–5pm or visit www.norwoodstage.com. November 15 BSO Community Chamber Concert Norwood Theatre 3 p.m. A coffee and dessert reception for the audience and musicians will
follow the concert. To Reserve Free Tickets, call 617-266-1200 or 888-266-1200. For more information, log onto bso.org This BSO Community Concerts are made possible by the generous support of The Lowell Institute. November 18 Blue Hills Regional School Open House Blue Hills Regional School, 800 Randolph St., Canton 6-8:30 p.m. All 7th and 8th grade students and their families who reside within the Blue Hills Regional School District are invited to attend the annual Open House. Students, teachers, coaches, cocurricular advisors, administrators, and parents will be available to discuss programs and to answer any questions. Families will have an opportunity to take tours of the campus. Applications will also be available. Rock & Roll Film Series: The Buddy Holly Story Norwood Theatre 7 p.m. This screening follows the story of the life and career of the early rock and roll singer, from his meteoric rise to stardom, to his marriage and untimely death. It stars Gary Busey. Tickets for this show are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors/students. The box office will open one hour before show time. November 19 Rock & Roll Film Series: La Bamba Norwood Theatre 7 p.m. This biographical story tells the rise from nowhere of early rock and roll singer Ritchie Valens who died at tragically at the young age 17 in a plane crash with Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper. Tickets for this show are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors/students. The box office will open one hour before show time. November 20 Rock & Roll Film Series: American Graffiti Norwood Theatre 7 p.m. It’s the last day of summer vacation in 1962, and friends Curt (Richard Dreyfuss), Steve (Ronny Howard), Terry (Charles Martin Smith) and John (Paul Le Mat) cruise the streets of small-town California while a mysterious disc jockey (Wolfman Jack) spins classic rock ‘n’ roll tunes. Tickets for this show are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors/students. The box office will open one hour before show time.
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Calendar (continued) Each live concert performance includes over two hours of high voltage entertainment featuring all the hit songs of the 50’s era. Tickets for this show are $32 – $35 for adults, $29 – $32 for seniors, and $40 for premium seats. . To purchase tickets, call 781-551-9000, visit the box office Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 3–5pm or visit www.norwoodstage.com. November 25 Thanksgiving Recess Begins-Early Dismissal Norwood schools will close early today for the Thanksgiving recess: Coakley Middle School, 11 a.m.; Norwood Comedy Night: Parents Night High School and Willett Early Out Childhood Center, 11:30 a.m.; Norwood Theatre elementary schools, 12 noon. 7:30 p.m. November 27 National headlining comedians Karen Morgan & Jim Colliton Thanksgiving Recess-Nor(both happily married, but not to wood Schools Not in Session each other), join together in this November 28 funny show about parenting, marriage and family. Through their American Red Cross Blood stand-up comedy and hilarious Drive audience participation, Karen Norwood Masons, 76 Day St. and Jim take you on a wild ride through the insane world that is family. Tickets are $28 for adults, $25 for seniors, and $33 for premium seats. To purchase tickets, call 781-551-9000, visit the box office Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 3–5pm or visit www.norwoodstage.com. November 22 Fall Musical Sundays Morrill Memorial Library 3 p.m. Seele Musicale Chamber Ensemble will perform a program of music by Bach, Telemann, and Samuel Barber. The program features soprano voice, violins, viola, cello, keyboard, and oboe 31 Sunnyside Street and recorder soloists. To sign up John Bane for this event, call 781-769-0200, x110 or 222, email norprograms@minlib.net, or stop by the library reference or information desk. November 21 Rock & Roll Film Series: American Graffiti Norwood Theatre 2 p.m. It’s the last day of summer vacation in 1962, and friends Curt (Richard Dreyfuss), Steve (Ronny Howard), Terry (Charles Martin Smith) and John (Paul Le Mat) cruise the streets of small-town California while a mysterious disc jockey (Wolfman Jack) spins classic rock ‘n’ roll tunes. Tickets for this show are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors/students. The box office will open one hour before show time.
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