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Prescott School Pasta Dinner Night Scrumptious Success 3 Way Selectman Race Heats Up BY DAWN C. FITZGERALD
On Friday, March 18, 2011, the Prescott School auditorium was transformed - lunch tables were adorned with tablecloths, flowered centerpieces added ambience, balloons in the colors of Italy decorated tables- all in keeping with the pasta night theme.
BY DEREK MCLEAN Campaign signs flood the town of Norwood, as candidates, for several positions, prepare for the town election on April 4th. But of the positions up for grabs, the race for selectman has taken much of the attention.
For the past four years, the Prescott School has been serving up spaghetti and meatballs to fund the fifth grade’s activities. This event helps support, “All the fifth grade activities – there are a few field trips, the yearbook, and video club,” says Prescott School Principle Brianne Killion. According to Killion, “Everyone enjoys the food and companionship and spending time with their families.” The menu included salad, pasta with or without meatballs, bread and butter, a dessert and drink. Fifth grade students acted as the waiters and waitresses for the evening. Each child donned a white apron and chef’s hat. Waiters had drawn on mustaches- to be removed via water and not shaved at a later time. Kids were assigned tables to wait on. They were also given a menu- a check list of what their customer wanted.
Two incumbent selectmen Thomas J. McQuaid and Gerald J. Kelleher are finishing up their 3year term and have decided not to run for re-election. This leaves two open positions with 3 candidates running.
Chris Sheehan and James Icuspit ready for their next order.
Fifth graders Chris Sheehan and James Icuspit, both eleven- were hard working waiters. “it has been pretty busy” says Icuspit while taking down yet another order. “it’s hard work having to bring the food. I have to carry two plates,” chimed in Sheehan as the two headed back to the kitchen for an order.
“It is really good food,” said Ann Briggs who was joined by her husband Harry and four year old granddaughter Ava, “The meal is delish.” Briggs’ granddaughter Ashley Hutchens was their waitress. “You get to serve your family” said Hutchens with a big smile when asked what the best part of the night was.
The food along with all the décor, and dessert was generously donated by numerous local businesses. “Norwood is a good community. The town always chips in, no matter what…just a good community.” Stated volun-
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Lifelong Norwood residents Paul A. Bishop, Allan Howard, and Joseph M. Welch are all vying for the opportunity to become selectman. Each candidate offers traits, which they feel, make them most fit for the job. Paul A. Bishop Bishop was a member of the Norwood Police Department for more than 39 years before his retirement last year. But, he said, his need to serve the people of Norwood brought him back to public service. “The one thing I miss about retirement is working for the people and helping the people when and where I can,” he said. “I want to get back to doing that. Public service is what I’ve known my entire life.” Throughout his life in Norwood, Bishop has met a lot of residents, who he feels, has become the
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towns best trait. “The Greatest asset we have in this town, are the people who live here,” he said. “So they have to be taken care of the best we can.” Bishop’s history of working for Norwood goes back generations, starting with his grandfather worked in Public Works. His father went to the Navy for a few years before becoming a Norwood police officer from 1947 to 1985. It was his father who influenced Bishop’s career. He said, “Admiring what he did with his life, I wanted to continue in that line of service.” With his wife Kathleen, Bishop has two sons. His youngest son Patrick is set to graduate from the Police Academy in April, following his father and grandfathers footsteps. If voted in as selectman he said he would treat it as a full time job.
“I would be committed to them 100 percent. I want to be a 24/7 selectman,” he said. “Every situation that comes up I will look at it, I will weigh all the facts, and I will make the best determination that I can, in the best interest of the people.
vard Insurance. “I honestly feel that I can bring to the board, my 38-years of accounting and business experience with a major company,” he said. “That will enable me to do a good job as a selectman.”
Allan Howard
While Howard had never been employed by the town, he said he had been an active participant for years, gaining perspective for what needs to be done in all areas. Along with working on the finance committee, he had been on the committee for the new High School, Norwood capital outlay committee, and the town wide budget subcommittee.
Howard had spent 12-years on the Norwood finance committee. While he was able to help the town at this time, it was what he wasn’t able to accomplish, that has become his motivation to run as selectman. “My goal is to hopefully become selectman and be able to do more than what I was able to accomplish on the finance commission,” he said. “Now that this year has a lot of financial problems, I feel I am the most able to deal with those things.” Dealing with finances is an area which Howard has been accustomed throughout his entire career. He spent 38-years working as a territorial audit manager for Har-
“It would be an honor to be selectman and I am very serious about that,” he said. “It’s a great deal of responsibility and I feel I have the training from serving the town, as an elected or appointed official in various capacities, to do a good job.”
The thirties through the fifties represent a great period of American theatrical history. The influence of and reaction to the Great Depression in the ‘30s is evident in
the work of William Saroyan. The ‘40s saw the emergence of three great playwrights who dominated the theater: Tennessee Williams, Arthur Miller, and Eugene O’Neil. All three examine dysfunctional families and the American dream gone awry. And in N. Richard Nash’s 1954 play The Rainmaker, the character Starbuck charmed audiences with his brand of con and hucksterism. Mr. Collins will perform ten monologues at the
has run for selectman. Last year he lost to incumbents Mike Lyons and Helen Donohue. Joseph M. Welch Welch had worked for the town for 42-years at a lot of different positions. His experience and in depth knowledge at a wide range of facets, is what he felt is his greatest asset. “If you ever see one of my signs out there, it says, ‘let my 42-years of experience work for you,’ ” he said. “I’ve worked on budgets for 40-years and I have dealt with sewers, water drains, parks, highways, cemeteries, to name a few.” Welch started working for the town as an engineer on the engineering department. He then took on the role as cemetery commission, followed by superintendent
of public works. While working for the town, Welch said he was an active participant in many departments. “I have been involved in all the town departments, including police and fire and I really enjoyed it,” he said. “I think I have a really good and solid relationship with all of the department heads and I’ve drawn very close to the residents for my whole 10-year in the town.” According to Welch, working with the various departments and personalities amongst the town is an invaluable attribute to being a selectman. “You have to prioritize things. You have to learn how to say no,” he said. “I just think that my experience speaks for itself, both with my interaction with the board of selectmen, the department heads, and the residents.”
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Librarian, Teacher, Actress - Beth Goldman Has Lots of Character BY DAWN C. FITZGERALD For Beth Goldman, the scenario of Clark Kent and Superman is not too far off. By day, Beth is a full time librarian at Norwood High School. “I have been working in a library since I was thirteen years old,” says Goldman with a smile.” I love being a librarian…I love teaching,” she states. By night or on weekends, she can be anyone of a thousand characters-depending on the acting job du jour. Ever since Goldman was a child, she loved to read. Her goal was to read every book at her local library-and she is sure she read through its first stack. Then and now reading isn’t her only love, “there are three things I’ve always loved: libraries, acting and foods. (these loves) have stayed the same all the way through my life.” As a child, Goldman watched Mary Martin on television soaring across the screen as Peter Pan. She was hooked and knew “That’s what I want to do with my life.” Goldman desperately wanted her parents to buy her the Peter Pan record- but they thought it was whimsy. So Beth began saving
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every weekly nickel she earned. Eventually her parents realized her determination and chipped in for the precious 45 record. Despite her love of acting, in elementary school Beth was actually shy. She became a Camp Fire Girl, and under the direction of children’s play writer Ruth Edinberg, Goldman really came out of her shell-performing in neighborhood shows and plays. With encouragement from Edinberg, Goldman’s appetite to become an actress was nourished. She followed her passion for acting to Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois where she double majored in theater and education and minored in English. “In college I tried to act in anything,” says Goldman. She fondly remembers one particular drama class she took as a freshman. Goldman had to choose a particular real life character and create and perform a one act play about him or her. Goldman chose Beth Goldman in character as Army Nurse Alice - one of her parts in a performance held at the Morrill Public Library. writer and poet Gertrude Stein. her husband at the now defunct Dickenson. She noted the next done.” Critics agree and she was She didn’t just want to perform National Jewish Theater. She was day-every book in the library on nominated for a Best Actor Award. the character Stein- she tried to the actress, he was involved in the Dickinson had been checked out. Goldman is very busy these days. embody her. Goldman read eleven backstage goings on-the two just She has an MFA in Acting from When she isn’t teaching NHS stubooks on her subject and tirelessly clicked. “I knew I wanted to get Brandeis University. In addition to dents, or guiding them through the studied her pictures and paintings. married and have children,” says writing and performing in one library stacks she continues to act. When doing her research, Gold- Goldman. character plays, Goldman has Most recently she played two difman found that Stein was a heavyThrough the years, Goldman has taught acting at Fitchburg State set woman- to embody her “been fortunate to perform off College and Norwood High ferent characters- a “Donut Dollie” physicality Goldman strapped pil- Broadway.” In addition, she School. Before NHS had an estab- named “Betty” and “Alice” the lows to her body in order to “im- worked in Boston’s Triangle The- lished Drama Department, she di- Army Nurse. This was a one merse herself in the character.” ater, “It was a dream to perform rected many of the school’s plays. woman play about women’s imShe says of that performance, there,” she said of the experience. “I have a passion for teaching,” she portant roles during W.W. II. The performance was held at the Mor“From the beginning until I says proudly. Goldman has always found actrill Memorial Library on March walked off the stage, I knew it was Recently, she played “Amanda”- 24, 2011. mine. The thrill is that I communi- ing work while working steadily as cated what I wanted and they were either a librarian or a teacher. “I the mother role in Tennessee When not being Gertrude, Emily, affected. That’s what it’s all about love being a librarian. I love teach- William’s “The Glass Menagerie” Betty or Alice, Goldman “is aling….A good librarian is a - with the New England Repertory for me. That’s what I do.” ways looking to do more…the teacher,” she says. While working at Mansfield’s Black Box Theater. After graduation, Goldman re- at a library in Newton, Goldman She says of the performance, “It idea of it being enough is so forturned to Massachusetts. She met performed in character as Emily was one of the best works I’ve ever eign for me,” she states.
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teer Deb Fitzsimmons- whose daughter Katie was among the fifth grade waitresses. “The local businesses are usually good at donating something…even if it’s a small amount it’s enough” she said. This year, entertainment was added to the evening’s festivities. Marsha Motta, parent to fifth grader Ryan, invited Peter Gugliotta along with Alina Carroll
and Rebecca Dundo to perform. “I have come here other times. I thought wouldn’t it be fun to have kids singing.” Prescott fifth grade teacher Talia Shanahan agreed, “I think the entertainment is a great new addition to the pasta supper. “The food is delicious”, added fifth grade teacher Ron Marshalsea- this is the fourth year in attendance for both. Newcomer, fifth grade teacher Lisa Rodger really enjoyed the evening “I think it’s great. I love
the outfits and everything. The food was delicious and the service was excellent.” Amy Pfingston was one of the evening’s organizers. Her son,
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Max is a fifth grader at Prescott School. “I really wanted to help the kids raise money for their field trips. Her goal for the night? “We’re hoping to raise $1000.”
Fifth grade teachers Talia Shanahan, Ron Marshalsea, and Lisa Roger patiently awaiting dessert
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Pfingston summed up the night best, “the kids are all having fun, good clean family fun and that’s what this night is all about.”
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The Vanderbilt Club in Norwood is probably best known for its service, expanded class schedule, and diversity of its members, which is exactly the reputation that co-owners Sue Young and Jim Shane have strived for since they bought and renovated the former Racquetball International nine years ago.
In addition to the variety of athletic choices, The Vanderbilt Club separates itself from the competition by recognizing the changing economic needs of their members by offering month-to-month contracts. There is no joining fee, and individual memberships at $45/month, junior memberships at $36/month and $75 for a family membership can be cancelled at any time with 30-days notice. They also offer a special $99 summer memberships for high school and college students.
“We wanted to upscale,” Young said. “There are so many inexpensive gyms, we wanted to have a club/family atmosphere. We try to know everybody’s name, offer a nice, clean towel at the door and allow children in the pool.” While there are many competitors in the area, this fitness center continues to strive due to the hands-on approach of its owners and their commitment of an evolving facility and continued level of The team at Vanderbilt Club. exceptional customer service. While a personal greeting at the situation arises, I’m here to handoor may sound like a small detail, dle it.” that introduction is only the beginWith an intimate and familiar ning of a stream of initiatives that membership of approximately provide a personal, progressive 2,000 members, the Vanderbilt and very successful health facility. Club embraces the challenge of “We are more service oriented providing a family sports experithan other clubs that jam 7,000 ence and a diverse athletic compeople at the door and hope they munity ranging from high school don’t show up,” Young said. “We and college students, mothers, fawant people to come and use the thers, young adults, children and club. I’m here every day and if a seniors. To accommodate that
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Much to offer the public at Morrill Memorial Library BY DAWN C. FITZGERALD In a tough economy where everyone is pinching pennies, the Morrill Memorial Library has something for everyone. April Cushing is the Adult Services Librarian; she has been in this position for two and a half years. She is “Always looking for ideas.” Margot Sullivan held the position for twenty five years before deciding to go into semi-retirement and now works at the library part time, “Friends of the Library really help out with the programming”, she said. Adds, Cummings, “They are very generous, leading supporters of programming.” In addition some programs are funded by grants from the Norwood Cultural Council, “We’ve never been turned down (for a grant), and they contribute half of the cost.” In the past, a Chocolatier came in to demonstrate her chocolate making skills and provided some sinful samples, “She made it right here in the room” says Cushing of the Simoni Room where the majority of library events are held. Many authors have been hosted in the Simoni Room as well. Justin Lock, author of “Real Men Don’t Rehearse”, a behind the scenes look at what really goes on in a symphony orchestra was a guest. “He had some really funny stories to tell…he was one of my favorites,” says Cummings with a smile. Author of “Mystic River", Dennis Lehane “was a terrific speaker and he did it for free” says Sullivan. In March reporter and author Hank Phillipi Ryan visited the library to discuss her writing. Ms. Phillipi Ryan is a local celebrityshe is an investigative reporter with NBC Channel 7 news. In addition she has won 26 Grammy Awards. It is a win-win for authors. They can discuss their work and possibly sell their books. There is a question and answer session at the end of the discussion-allowing readers and fans to ask questions about the author’s work, developing characters, or even plot twists. But authors aren’t the only celebrities making appearances in the Simoni Room. Over the years, actors playing various historical roles have entertained library goers. There was the actor that came in as Calvin Coolidge. “He was terrificso good it was uncanny,” says Sullivan of the performance. Another guest? Madam Curie.” She was mesmerizing she was so good,” says Sullivan. “The patrons love these programs and they are free to the public,” adds Cummings.
Adult Services Librarians April Cushing and Margot Sullivan hold up a poster from a previous performance held at the Morrill Public Library
There are signup sheets for the various featured programs at the first floor Information Desk as well as the Reference Desk on the second floor. If there is a program you are interested in, an early sign up is encouraged, “Some programs are so popular there are waiting lists”
states Cummings. The Simoni Room can only hold seventy five people. Patrons are usually given a reminder call for an upcoming event. If you are not able to attend, you are encouraged to call, there will probably be someone waiting to take your place.
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In addition to actors, there are musicians mulling about the library- on Sundays during the Musical Sundays Series. Past entertainers included the Singing State Trooper, Daniel Clark. “Concerts are at three o’clock and are free to the public…many are sold out,” says Cummings “(The series) features all kinds of music
and it is funded by a library endowment” adds Sullivan. The library also has a movie license. The first Monday of every month, there is a movie featured based on the month’s theme. March’s theme was Women’s History Month. Its featured film was” Ironed Jawed Angels”; the true story of a few brave women that paved the way for a women’s right to vote-and almost lost their own lives in the process. This month, to celebrate Earth Day, the feature film is “Born Free”- based on the true story of how a couple raises a lioness and then retrains her to enter back into the wild. The remaining Mondays of each month feature a different actor. In the past there have been movies starring Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn. “Free popcorn”, adds Cummings. So if you are looking to check out the latest novel, enjoy listening to music, or like going to the movies the Morrill Memorial Library, has something for you. Go to www.norwoodlibrary.org for information on upcoming events.
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JFK Inaugural Address Norwood Recreation Department Has Many Family Activities in April 50th Anniversary The recreation department is offering events this month for the entire family! Spring if finally here! For many it may have felt like a long hibernation this winter, but it is finally time to start thinking about opening the windows, getting some much needed sunshine and fresh air and considering some more active activities. The Norwood Recreation Department is offering a number of activities, indoor and outdoors, for children, adults and families that will get those tired limbs working again!
Guests and many residents listened on March 16, 2011 to the telling of John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address as part of the ongoing Healthy Breakfast Series at Victoria Haven Nursing Facility. Historian Gary Hylander presented this new lecture in recognition of the 50 year anniversary of JFK taking office. The narrow margin of victory for JFK was his driving force in choosing how to address the nation. His appearance was as important as his well planned speech. Every word needed to withstand scrutiny. He did not need to make campaign promises; he needed to gain momentum for the greater good. He needed to prove he was a leader bringing opposition together and not to settle on dividing the country based on the votes. Bringing to light some of the controversy and public perceptions of the day, Gary Hylander pointed out that many of those arguments and misconceptions are present in today’s politics. As a moment of history, the assassination of JFK was an exclamation point in life for everyone old enough to remember that day. The question of what could have been and where might our country
be now had he survived, has been considered and written. Had it not been for his death, or was it because of his death that he is an inspirational memory that has been inspected and highlighted in so many history books? For more information about the Healthy Breakfast Series or post surgery rehabilitation and services of Victoria Haven Nursing Facility, please call 781-762-0858 or email Kimberly at kciardi@rehabassociates.com. Our next scheduled event is Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at 10:00am with Dr. Kozak of Medical Eye Care Associates.
Jelly Bean Guess While this is not a physical activity, jelly beans may just be the unofficial candy of spring! Drop by the Civic Center between April 10 and April 21 to guess the number of jelly beans in the jar. You may just win yourself enough jelly beans to take you right into the summer! Sunday, April 10Thursday, April 21. Open to everyone. Cost: Free. Fishing Derby & Rubber Ducky Race The South Norwood tradition lives on! Hawes Pond and Brook will be fully stocked with over 300 fish for this fun event. If fishing is not your
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Spring Egg Hunt Children from tots to three years old will enjoy this old-fashioned communal Easter egg hunt! Eggs will be filled with candy and toys, and be sure to stick around for the floppy, famed character, the Easter Bunny! Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. Ages tots to 3. Cost: $3 per person. Lego LearningParty Children can take their Lego knowledge to a whole new level building structures and animals, playing games and applying simple math concepts. Saturday, April 9, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. Ages 3-6. Cost $20. Code: OD71 Sports Days at the Civic If you're looking for something for the kids during April school vacation week, why not sign them up for a
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Spring Cupcake Decorating Bring a half dozen cupcakes and frosting to this class and transform your baked goods into animals and flowers! Wednesday, April 13. Ages 18 and over. Cost: $15 per person. Code: OD33 Earth Day Celebration Before you begin your home spring cleaning, drop the kids off at the Hawes Pool Conservation area to help the town Go Green! After the work is done, lunch will be served and a DJ will provide some rockin' music! Saturday, April 2. Grades 48. Free. Shop and Drop Need a few hours for errands without the kids? Bring them to the Civic Center for Shop and Drop and you will enjoy a morning to yourself and the kids will be busy with themed exercise, crafts and a snack! Friday, April 8. Ages 2.5-5. Cost $18. a talk by David Goodtree with news from Gov. Deval Patrick's trip to Israel. David Goodtree, of the Jewish National Fund will have just returned from accompanying Gov. Deval Patrick on his trip to Israel, and will speak on Israel, its innovative technology and her initiatives with Massachusetts based companies. Please join us on Thursday, April 7th, at 7pm, at Commerce Way, Norwood. A $5 donation is requested. Please RSVP to templeshaaretefilah@norwoodlight.`com, or leave a message at the Temple office 781-762-6052.
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Prescott School Thanks Local Organizations On behalf of the Prescott School I would like to thank everyone who made our 5th grade pasta supper such a successful event. The food was delicious and the service from our 5th grade students was excellent. I would like to thank all our parent volunteers for organizing and running this event. The merchants who supported us were extremely generous and we thank them; Bertucci’s, Differ Rentals, Mitch’s Catering, Lewis’s, Conrad’s, Bucca Di Peppo, Hannaford’s,
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our SPRING SCHOLARSHIP SILENT AUCTION. Tickets for the May Luncheon at the Lafayette House will also be available for $23.00. A light lunch will be served. Meeting times are 12:30 p.m. at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church Parish Hall at 24 Berwick Street, Norwood. If you are not a member and would like further information please call Trina Mallet at 781-762-8173. They hope to see you there.
Out and About Jump at the Pump This spring I plan on taking my bike from the shed, tuning it up and taking it out. Not because I’m an avid biker. In fact, the whole Tour de France thing blows my mind. And now, thanks to modern transportation, I can reach my destination using the wheels of buses, trains, and planes thereby saving my feet from pedals in lieu of pedicures. Nor is it because I’m trying to relive my youth-actually due to my superior coordination if I get on the bike without spraining or breaking a body part it’s a good day. I suppose I can always walk- but that makes lugging a gallon of milk from the store to my front doorstep a potential visit to the emergency room with slipped disk or sprained muscles no matter which direction I head. Walking isn’t my thing especially when- A. driving can get me there quicker, B. I own two cars for that specific purpose not merely to adorn my already crowded driveway, C. my previously discussed stupendous coordination skills and D. I am inherently lazy. I’ll be riding my bike and or walking to nearby destinations due to the hop, skip, and now leap in today’s gas prices.
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BY DAWN C. FITZGERALD What’s a non-Kardashian to do?
There was a time when I filled my tank with $20 and still had enough left over for a cup of Dunks. Maybe even a loaf of bread. At today’s prices that same $20 will give me enough gas to drive as far as Dedham Mall -as long as there’s no traffic on Route One. And if I hit more than one red light, game over. How are they coming up with the gas prices anyway? From my driveway to the supermarket there are approximately four gas stations. Each has a different price. Some prices differ by six cents. This may not seem like a lot but it does add up over time. I wonder- do the gas pricing people pull random numbers out of a hat? And is it me but do the prices increase from Monday morning to the afternoon? When did driving become such a luxury? Something meant for those featured on “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” and not for the rest of us commoners starring in the not so popular “Lifestyles of the Poor and Unknown”. Gas prices have everyone in a jam. We need gas to get where we want to go. But now we have to pay through the nose in order to get it. And if prices continue to soar, I shudder at what other bodily orifice we’ll be paying through.
Other than heading out to buy a bike or over priced pair of Michael Jordan Walking sneakers, I just don’t know. Recently, my family drove to New York for a mini vacation. The kids saw so many historic sites. And the debit card saw so many gas pumps. Thank goodness we walked or took a train sight-seeing. If we hadn’t, we definitely wouldn’t have seen as many sites. With all the problems in the Middle East companies here have gone crazy and gas prices reflect all that craziness. This brings me to my next question. If we live in the greatest country in the world why oh why do we have to depend on other countries for one of our most important imports? We have the skills to put a man on the moon so why can’t we keep a mom in her minivan? The past few years, our vacations have been spent driving six hours to Maryland to enjoy its beautiful beaches. If gas prices continue to increase, this year we’ll be vacationing at Nantasket. I wonder how long it will take me to bike there? Dawn C. Fitzgerald is a freelance writer. She’d love to hear from you! Please email her at dawncfitz@ yahoo.com
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The TONY (Ten Outstanding Norwood Youths) Awards were initiated over 40 years ago to recognize exceptional Norwood youths for their charitable contributions to the community. Through anonymous reviews of the student's volunteer record and a 300-word essay, the Norwood Masons, who acquired the program 16 years ago, named the 2011 TONY Award winners at a banquet held January 24. The award includes a citation and plaque from the governor, a $1,000 savings bond and a gift card from Perk's coffeehouse and two bonus $500 savings bonds awards.
Local Town Pages also wants to commemorate these admiral young adults with a synopsis of each student each month in our newspaper. Norwood High School senior Alejandra GarciaPletsch is the second student profiled in our TONY Award series. Alejandra Garcia-Pletsch's first personal memories of community service date back approximately 12 years when she lived in Texas. When she was approximately six years old, she would accompany her family and/or parish to orphanages and poverty-stricken areas in Mexico and deliver books to children and prepared meals for their families. In her sophomore year of high school, Garcia-Pletsch's family moved to Norwood where she applied those communal values to her Norwood neighbors and even stretched her
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Garcia-Pletsch also stays very active here in Norwood volunteering in her school, the local community and her parish. In her junior year, she was an elementary school tutor and is currently an English language learner assisting a Lebanese student with English and schoolwork. She also spread her philanthropic wings in the local community with social activities, such as Norwood Day and the Turkey Trot and donates her time to St. Catherine's of Sienna Church as a CCD teacher and serving Thanksgiving meals.
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Cutting Costs Doesn’t Mean Cutting Value Over the last year and a half, many homeowners have been forced to scale back their home improvement projects. Though the economy appears to be creeping back, the nation’s homeowners are still somewhat reticent to commit big dollars to any one project.
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In spite of the country’s economic woes, homeowners are embracing more cost-effective projects that don’t sacrifice quality for the sake of saving money. Recognizing the importance of maintaining a home’s value, these cost-conscious homeowners are finding that traditionally big budget projects are not the sole means to retaining a home’s value.
Perhaps no area of the home is more routinely targeted for refurbishing than the kitchen. In many households, the kitchen is the most popular room in the house, and therefore it makes sense that it’s the kitchen most homeowners want to upgrade. While granite was once considered the standard for kitchen remodels, nowadays cost- and quality-conscious homeowners are increasingly turning to laminate for their kitchen remodels. Recognizing this “laminate is
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true until I broke out the cameras and followed them around the yard. They all but ignored me while they were stuffing their faces. I was even able to capture some video, with the highlight being their bathing in the yard pond. The group hung around for several days, wiping out any other berries they could find, and then vanished as quickly as they had appeared. Since then, I’ve seen them in smaller groups high in the trees and can often hear their high-pitched call.
BY AMY BEAUMONT With the long awaited arrival of spring, migratory birds are finally returning to New England all around us. I was fortunate enough to be at my front window recently enjoying morning tea when a flock of Cedar Waxwings suddenly appeared in the yard. While I was grabbing a camera, they were grabbing the berries off the old holly bush. The flock was traveling with several robins, and they too seemed to love the feast. If you’ve never seen a waxwing, they are a very sleek crested bird around 7” with bold yellow tips on the tail feathers and red wax-like tips on their wing feathers. Add that mysterious black mask and you’ve got one slick looking bird. I’ve always thought of waxwings as a ‘Cape’ bird, but their range is really quite vast. They breed from southeastern Alaska to Newfoundland, and then south to California, Illinois and Virginia.
They winter from British Columbia, the Great Lakes region and from New England southward. As for labeling the waxwing a ‘Cape’ bird, it is just far easier to spot them in areas like Wellfleet. The head of the meadow trail just next door in Truro is also great spot to find and photograph these birds, although most of the images I captured while there were lousy. The
attraction to these particular spots is undoubtedly the menu. Blueberries and chokecherries are their top choices – both of which are prolific all over the outer Cape. Spotting the waxwings in the Norwood area is a bit more difficult. They always seem to fly high above the tree line, never making a close approach. I’ve tried attracting them to the deck
for years with offerings of jelly and small fruits with zero luck, so the flock that showed up right in the yard was certainly a rare sighting. They decorated the holly bush quite brilliantly for a good long while, wiping out the berries until the very last one was gone. They have been described as tame, allowing a very close approach. I never found that theory to be
Good thing I have the pictures to refer back to as I get the distinct feeling their visit here was a rare one. While researching the waxwing, it has been noted that they have a comical habit of passing berries from one bird to the next, until the last bird eats the prize. As for the accompanying photo, I have my prize. Welcome back waxies! Amy Beaumont is a portrait photographer and freelance writer. She can be reached at amy@beaumontphotography. com.
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Lawn Care Tips for First-Time Homeowners First-time homeowners can be overwhelmed at the responsibility that comes with home ownership. While some of those responsibilities can be stressful, others can prove therapeutic.
Many homeowners find caring for their lawns to be an enjoyable hobby that helps relieve stress. Time spent outdoors in the warm sun helps improve mood, and a lush lawn and garden can instill a sense of pride in homeowners. First-time homeowners with no history of caring for a lawn can still turn their lawn into a lush oasis to be proud of.
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will result in healthy plants and vegetables. Unfortunately, not all homeowners are lawncare enthusiasts, and first-time homeowners might discover their lawns and gardens need lots of work. That work should begin with a soil test. Maintaining a lush lawn can be a reDo-it-yourself soil kits are avail- laxing and rewarding hobby able at most major home improve- for homeowners. ment and lawn and garden centers. For those who prefer to trust a pro- they need to do improve its health. fessional, the United States De- Find the Right Grass partment of Agriculture has Some lawns might be an eyesore Cooperative Extension System of- because the grass is not the right fices in every state and U.S. terri- type of grass for that particular retory. Such offices provide valuable gion. If a grass is not a good fit for information to homeowners, and the region and local climate, it many even provide free or low- likely won't thrive or will require cost soil tests. These tests can help considerable and often costly homeowners learn more about maintenance to stay lush. their soil and what, if anything, Bermuda and tall fescue grasses are popular options in many areas of North America, but it's still best to consult a lawncare professional to determine which grass is best for a given region. Learn the ins and outs of caring for the grass, including which types of seed and fertilizer are the best fit, as well as the recommended watering guidelines.
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We came back home to Massachusetts and on Tuesday morning I was unpacking my backpack so I could take it to school. My Mom pulled out my sketch pad and out jumped the lizard that had been in our room! We called over my brother, Nathan, so he could take a look then we took a cup and put it over him. We went downstairs and got our hamster travel cage and put him and the
* Water well but don't overdo it. The soil around the seed should be moist until the grass has grown in to its desired height. However, avoid overwatering, which can drown the seed and make new grass growth impossible.
Planting new grass might seem like a big undertaking, but it's actually quite easy, even for first-time homeowners. Once a person has determined the correct type of grass to install, planting is much more simple that one might think.
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* Aerate the soil. Soil compaction is a problem for many homeowners. Heavy usage often compacts the soil, making it very difficult for the lawn to hold oxygen and water that roots need to grow and absorb valuable nutrients. Aerating increases nutrient, oxygen and water movement into the soil, improving rooting and controlling thatch buildup. Hand aerators might prove effective on smaller lawns, but most lawns would benefit from a core aeration machine. For firsttime homeowners, it might be best to enlist the services of a professional the first time aeration is done to learn the process.
Fertilizer is a friend to lawns, providing the nutrients a lawn needs to grow in thick. When fertilizing, use a spreader. The type of spreader is up to the homeowners, but know that drop spreaders, which drop the fertilizer directly below the spreader, tend to be more accurate but take more time, while broadcast spreaders, which drop fertilizer in a pattern away from the spreader, are less accurate but cover large areas in a much shorter period of time. Avoid fertilizing the same area twice, and be patient. Fertilizing might seem like a tedious process, but if done correctly, it should lead to a lush lawn.
* Spread seed evenly. Grass seed should be spread evenly over all tilled areas. Spreading can be done by hand or by using a seed spreader.
When fertilizing, it's best to do so during the fall and spring. The exact time to fertilize depends on the region, but it's generally best to fertilize between April and early June, and then in the fall between late September and early November.
* Add a light layer of soil over the seed. Once the seed has been spread, cover the seeded areas with a light layer of soil. Some soils are treated, and these treated soils provide nutrients that encourage growth.
cup inside. The lizard quickly hid behind the cup. Later that evening we went to Petco and got him a bag of live crickets to eat. We gave him a couple and he loved them. It was
I went to Florida over the February vacation. Me and my sister share a bedroom. One day there was a lizard behind Faye’s bed. I was watching him but I looked away for a second. When I looked back he had disappeared. We looked around for him for a couple of days but we couldn’t find him.
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When it comes to lawn care, firsttime homeowners should not be intimidated by this sudden responsibility. Caring for a lawn can be a relaxing and rewarding hobby.
fun to watch him. What he would do is stay really still and wait for one to come close. When one got near his head he would slowly turn his head and then CHOMP! He’s got half a cricket hanging out of his mouth. When I picked up the cage to try to see him better, the cup rolled onto him so we agreed that we needed to take the cup out, but he still needed something that he could hide in and I had an idea. There was this little treasure box ornament that I had been wanting to put in the turtle’s tank for a while but hadn’t yet. I thought it would be perfect for the lizard.
Robyn Jones is a nine-year old Norwood resident from the Balch Elementary School. Enjoy her short story on her experience from her February vacation!
I want to keep him but my Mom is a meany and is trying to get him a different home, even thought this is a perfectly suitable home. She says she’s going to call this wildlife place but hasn’t yet. Consequently he is still here and he lives on top of the radiator in his hamster cage, happily munching crickets. His name is Stan.
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Norwood High School Remembers Its Past, While Looking Ahead to the Future BY DEREK MCLEAN Since 1926, Norwood High School has stood as a staple of the town, with several generations of students passing through the doors. However when the doors close for the summer at the end of the semester, the doors will stay shut for good. Next fall Norwood High School will move to a new state of the art, $68 million facility. “The entire High School family is excited about the new 21st century educational facility that is being built for our students and the community,” said Norwood principle George Usevich, who graduated from the high school in 1959 and who has worked in the school’s administration since 1990. “All of us will miss the old school, of course. But the future holds great promise for the Town of Norwood.” Before the construction of the new school, there was a debate amongst the town on whether to renovate the old building or build a new one. “There was a definite need to do something to the school. The choice was to renovate or build ‘new’,” said Hayden. “After investigating a number of proposals to renovate, and analyzing costs associated with renova-
tion as well as disruption to student learning, a decision was made to build a new facility at a lower cost.” According to Superintendent James Hayden, under the advisement of the Massachusetts Schools Building Authority, the new school is based upon the design of Whitman-Hanson high school. But it is customized to fit the needs of Norwood students. “The design allows us to make modifications, based on our Norwood Community interests,” said Hayden. Furthermore the school has been made to resemble the old school. “The front looks just like the former building and we were able to adapt the area behind the stage, to accommodate our theatrical productions,” he said. “Where at Whitman-Hanson there was a kitchen, for a culinary program.” Usevich thinks the new schools’ design is a great way to honor the past. “We were indeed fortunate that Norwood could ‘personalize’ our facility with the clock tower, unique façade, columns, and beautiful brick work,” he said. As new technology continues to integrate in our daily lives, school administrators and teachers realized the importance of having a modernized school. “The class-
April 1. 2011 According to Miller, alumnae from almost every era had expressed interest in the event. This includes a 102- year old resident who was part of the original 1926 class. “You have a wide range of people who have different interests,” said Miller. “We’re getting a lot interest from alumnis who are in places as far as Hawaii, Texas, Arizona, Oregon, California.” 2,500 tickets are being sold to the “Last Hurrah,” but according to Miller they are selling quickly. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased online at http://www.norwoodhighschoolalumniassociation .org or you can get them at the Norwood Civic Center.
rooms are going to be state of the art for children and teachers to be able to access the internet and use interactive technology to enhance their learning,” said Hayden. As current students and faculty count down the days until the opening of the new school, Norwood alumni’s have begun making preparations for a celebration to close the old school. Gerald Miller who is the superintendent of the Norwood Recreation Department and a committee are throwing a “Last Hurrah” celebration to close the old school on Saturday, June 11th. According to Miller the event will have two functions. From 10 am to 2 pm the school will be of-
fering out “a free tour of the original 1926 school,” he said. “There will be memorabilia around the school and we will be offering entertainment from the school music program.” The second function will be in the evening at 7 pm and is a 21 years or older event at night. Said Miller the event will feature, clips and video of the students in the high school from 1926 to 2011, memorabilia, such as uniforms, letterman jackets, and posters, which alumnus’s will bring from the different eras, food, beverages, music from DJ’s, and more. Because parking is limited, the “Last Hurrah” committee has partnered with local restaurants to send trolleys to and from the school throughout the night. “This will allow friends and family to meet up before hand and they don’t have to try to find each other in the crowds of people,” said Miller.
Included with the purchase of a ticket are 2 commemorative books featuring pictures of the school’s students between 1926-2011 and homage’s to the old school from residents, former teachers and students, and businesses. “My memories are all fond,” said Usevich. “I will remember the many graduation ceremonies, the students who walked those halls and sat in those seats, those who have succeeded since graduating.” Said Usevich, those experiences and memories contributed to the love of his profession. “Memories of those who came to Norwood High School each and every day and found a safe, caring, and nurturing environment,” he said. “The many excellent teachers who guided them along the way, many were role models to me and encouraged me to pursue a career in education. I am extremely proud that I have had the opportunity to be Principal of such a great school.”
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Remembering School Boy Bound for Fame Local 9-year-old Lands a Role in Hollywood Flick Days, Patty Carver Performs for Seniors By J.D. O’Gara
Local folks already may have been well aware that a new Hollywood film, Ted, directed by “Family Guy” creator Seth McFarlane and starring Boston-bred movie star Mark Wahlberg, was being filmed in Norwood. What they might not have known is that a 9year-old local boy, T.J. Hourigan, was one of the few young people from the area to get a chance to work in a paid, speaking role in the $65 million film owned by Universal Pictures.
It may have been February vacation last week, but Seniors from Victoria Haven Post Surgery Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center and the Norwood Senior Center enjoyed recollections of school days while they watched a special performance of “This Old Hat, Women of American History, Patriots of Liberty” performed by Patty Carver. The “Patriots of Liberty” one woman musical was written by Patty to showcase achievements of Betsy Ross, Deborah Sampson, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Harriet Tubman, and Amelia Earhart. Details set to music and costume changes were captivating. As Patty performed she drew in the audience and one could feel her energy throughout the room.
call, 781-762-1201. To reach Victoria Haven Post Surgery & Skilled Nursing Center located at 137 Nichols Street, in Norwood, please call 781-762-0858. Victoria Haven will be hosting a complimentary continental breakfast on March 16, 2011 at 10:00am featuring local historian Gary Hylander, speaking on the JFK Inaugural Address.
“I always dreamed of doing this, especially when I was a kid,” says T.J., a third-grader from Millis, who says his “friends were actually really excited, but at first they didn’t really believe me” when he told them he was going to act in the film. “All the kids they chose or cast are very typical of T.J.’s look – darker-haired, lighter-eyed,” says his mother Donna Hourigan, who had brought her son down after a friend had alerted her to the casting call. Hourigan estimates that about 1,000 people came to audition at
Victoria Haven and the Norwood Senior Center worked together to provide a special event open to all seniors in the Norwood area free of charge. Dorothy Vitale, the Director of the Norwood Senior Center, found the talent and Victoria Haven was excited to sponsor the event. Patty Carver has performed all over the world as a skilled artist, but decided to focus her talents closer to home as her own family grew. Writing two shows about the importance women have played in American History, her second showed is called “Leading Ladies” and tells of Dolly Madison, Elizabeth Blackwell, Nellie Bly, and Belva Lockwood. More information about Patty and her other shows and opportunities for performances can be found at her website, www.discovercct.org. For more information about the Norwood Senior Center please
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wishes his Teddy Bear could be his best friend. T.J., therefore, adlibbed his role as one of the children who bullies “Ted.” “We realized it was an opportunity to be in a Hollywood movie,” says Mom Donna, who allowed her young actor to go along with some of the bad behavior and language for the sake of the movie.
Boston Casting Company. “I felt like my heart was gonna come out of my chest,” says T.J., although his Mom noted that she thought her son seemed very cool at the time. About 40 or 50 auditioned at the second call, she says, while the third and final time, eight people, including five children, vied for four different roles. T.J.’s first paid employment took two eight-hour days, February 22nd and 23rd, during school vacation time. T.J. played “Kid #2,” a speaking role that required him to be less than nice to the main character, “Ted.” The protagonist of the story is a little boy who grows up without friends and later
T.J., however, is not at all like the character he plays in the movie. “I thought he was mean, rude and disgusting,” he announces. The paid role required Donna and John Hourigan to sign a contract, says Donna, and if T.J. were to get another movie gig, he would have to join the Screen Actors Guild. For the film, the motion picture company rented two houses in Norwood, and the four boys in the film had one house to themselves. T.J. says he and the other boys enjoyed a lot of freedom, as well as the great “chocolate cake.” In fact, T.J., who has two older sisters, Meaghan and Bridgit, had such fun working on the film that he’s now taking acting classes every Saturday.
The people of Norwood have made our town “The Crown Jewel of the Commonwealth”. Our history of caring for each other, especially in times of trouble, goes far beyond any other place one could live. As a member of a family who have been an integral part of Norwood since the late 1800’s, I would love to serve this wonderful town as your SELECTMAN. Norwood is facing a very uncertain financial future. Most cities, towns, states, and the country are facing virtual bankruptcy. We cannot allow this to happen to Norwood I can bring to the Board 38 years of accounting and business experience with a Fortune 125 company, 12 years of town service on the Finance Commission and as a Town Meeting Member for 30 years. My experience as a panel member on the local access cable program, Table Talk, has polished my skills of addressing local issues while discussing and seeking solutions on these topics with other panel members. I know how the town finances work and never has the town needed fiscal expertise as it does now. My experience will have a direct, positive effect on the Board, particularly as we face more complex issues such as our Public Works Yard and our need for increased revenues. We need to fill the many empty commercial buildings around town that reduce our tax receipts. I hope to serve as one of your Selectmen and be as effective as I have been on your Finance Commission.
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Do It For Donny Fundraiser is Scheduled for May 12 Norwood native Donny Venterosa has deep roots in the local community. He attended Norwood Public Schools, married his childhood sweetheart, raised his children in his hometown and developed and nurtured a successful 25-year construction business in Norwood, L.T.L. Construction. As a faithful resident who is so embedded in town, it is no surprise to anyone that Venterosa is very active in local fundraisers to support his fellow neighbors. Venterosa has always been the person to reach out and help, which is why when his family and friends learned that Venterosa was in need of support, there was no hesitation. In 2008, Venterosa was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphona (NHL), a cancer of the lymphoid tissue, lymph nodes, spleen and other immune system organs. His initial treatment was chemotherapy, but when stronger controls were needed, he received a stem cell transplant. After only one year in remission, however, the cancer again reared its ugly head and returned resulting in another future round of chemother-
away for a rainy day, but last time we went through everything. We got back on our feet, but now we don't have our cushion."
apy and an additional stem cell transplant. The follow-up for these treatments, however, requires extensive recovery time and Venterosa will have to protect his immune system and remain in total isolation at his home for one year.
Tickets for the fundraiser are $40 in advance (www.doitfordonny. com) and $45 at the door. There will also be a live and silent auction and raffles. If you would like to contribute to the 'Do It For Donny' fundraiser and cannot attend the event, advertising space is available in the program booklet, bracelets are on sale for $5 each and cash donations can be processed through the 'Do It For Donny' website at www.doitfordonny.com or contact Suzanne McDonough at mpsi98@aol.com.
"Last time he was out of work for six months," wife Trish Venterosa said. "You can imagine not just emotionally but financially not being able to work. That's a tough situation to be in." Fifty-seven year old Venterosa’s only contact during this time will be his wife Trish, and he will miss a year of growth and memories with his children, Laura, Tammy and Linnette and his five grandchildren and will struggle to keep his business afloat. Knowing the financial strain the family will be forced to endure, the nine-person task force charged ahead to assist their family and friends. "I joined the committee to help out Donny and Trish [his wife], said committee member and niece Kerry Webber." It was so hard for them the first time Donny went
through this financially. Donny is one of the guys that is the life of a party, jokester and someone whose family comes before everything." Once it was formed, the 'Do It For Donny' committee went right to work and initiated the 'Do It For Donny' fundraiser that will be held
on Thursday, May 12, 6 p.m., at Christina's Restaurant in Foxboro. Their goal is to raise donations that will cover the Venterosa's mortgage and medical bills for the oneyear duration of his isolation. "It's different this time," Trish Venterosa said. "We put money Energy Star Appliances Save $$$
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Our plant’s natural resources are a precious gift, and it’s our duty to preserve and protect them for future generations. Buy handling our planet with care through environmental stewardship, we can help create a more sustainable earth for our children and grandchildren to enjoy.
Vanderbilt Club is introducing a Silver Sneakers Program People are living longer and enjoying more active lifestyles. This is in part due to advances in healthcare, but preventative therapies also play a role. Nowadays, two components that largely affect a person’s overall health are diet and exercise. Being proactive and diligent about your diet and exercise routine can decrease the risk of many serious health problems, such as, diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. In addition to fighting major health problems, older adults also need to work to protect their bones and joints and stay strong to be able to perform regular activities of daily living. At The Vanderbilt Club, there is a large population of senior adults who exercise regularly to improve their health, wellbeing and overall quality of life. Most senior mem-
bers, focus on strengthening their muscles, bones, joints, and heart health. Many seniors participate in cardiovascular and strength training, take low impact aerobic classes and enjoy aqua aerobics. The exercise is important, but if you ask any of the members, the best part of being at the club is the friendly, social environment. The Vanderbilt Club is introducing a Silver Sneakers program for the local senior population. Surf and Turf will be a program offered to seniors. This program will divide a workout into land (turf) and water (surf) exercises. During the turf component, participants will work on strength training, flexibility and functional exercises. The surf portion will focus on water walking, a gentle and efficient way to train muscles and joints. This
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In addition to Surf and Turf, we also offer a Heart Fit program. This program is for individuals who are transitioning from a cardiac rehabilitation program and need a fitness facility to continue working on their heart health or for those who have a history of heart disease and would like supervision and guidance with a heart safe exercise program. Both programs are running through the month of April. Please contact Stephanie Smith or Theresa Lane at The Vanderbilt Club, 781-769-2340 for more information. We are located at 45 Vanderbilt Ave., Norwood, MA.
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PET CORNER Ask the Shelter... Send your question to baystateanimalcooperative@ yahoo.com QUESTION: When you describe a cat as a DSH or DMH or DLH what does that mean? ANSWER: Great question. To the cat rescuer it is simple but I recall a time when I did not know what this meant either. It is an abbreviation for the length of fur on a cat. DSH means a domestic short haired cat, DMH means domestic medium haired cat and yes, DLH means domestic long haired cat. There are far more short haired cats in general so the standard default is usually a DSH cat. Persians and Himalayans are usually long haired breeds, hence DLH. Most breeds we see most commonly are a mixed breed and their descriptions almost always include the length of their fur. QUESTION: When I was travelling across country I saw cats near dumpsters and by restaurants. In some cases I noticed that several cats had the top portion of one of their ears cut straight across horizontally. What if anything does this indicate? ANSWER: This is a very detailed observation but it is significant and does have a meaning. The nationally recognized feral cat trap-neuter-return (TNR) program practiced by many humane organizations throughout the country (and world) incorporates a “tipping” or cutting of one ear (usually the animal’s right ear) during surgery when they are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and exam-
ined by a veterinarian. This allows trappers to know which cat(s) have been altered in a colony of cats. Knowing which cats are altered assists colony caretakers in identifying new comers who they will want to alter immediately. The general public can be comforted also, knowing that the cats in a colony are cared for, vaccinated and altered which minimizes health risks and behavioral issues from this particular group of cats. The Bay State Animal Cooperative actively practices TNR. _________________________ Meet Hobo. Hobo is a 14 pound orange & white male around 2 years old neutered and vaccinated. I once had a family, but they left me behind. Neighbors have been kind and have been watching over me, but now I want my own forever home! I am scared, but I know in time with a patient caring owner I will settle in just fine and get back to being comfortable as an indoor cat! I have been diagnosed with FIV but am otherwise healthy. Won't you please give me a chance and adopt me?
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Spring Garden Time Spring Garden Time
Few things are anticipated more in spring than the arrival of new leaves on the trees and budding flowers in the garden. A landscape awash with fresh colors can brighten the spirit and make anyone want to head outdoors.
There are many different plants that begin to show their colors in the spring. A number of perennials, annuals and trees begin to flower or show new sprouts come the springtime. Here are some plants that can be planted for springtime enjoyment.
Annuals
Waldorina is seeking a cat whisperer. Can you do the job? She is a 1 year old short haired cat brown and tan tabby who was rescued from an empty in-ground pool as an adolescent. She is graceful and beautiful. A special person is needed to understand her shyness and trust issues with humans. Waldorina loves other cats. She will make the right person very happy once upon HER time. Kitten Season is upon us. Please help with donated kitten food and KMR replacement milk for orphaned kittens. The BSAC, Inc. is sending out an extra special plea for extra financial assistance as we have had several severe emergencies over the past couple weeks costing our organization over $4,000 dollars (ask about the specifics if you want). As a “no-kill” organization we believe any treatable illness or emergency should be addressed. This mission comes with a big financial price as we care for any pet in our system with whatever means we can. On occasion this requires us to take out personal debt to save one of our four-legged friends. Please consider donating today.
Looking for first signs of color? Look no further than these wonderful annuals. * Alyssum: Starting in April, this cascading bounty of tiny flowers offers a sweet aroma that attracts butterflies. * Dianthus: These vivid flowers also attract butterflies and are often a cottage garden staple. * Gypsophila: Also known as baby's breath, these delicate flowers can serve as filler in any landscape. Pink and white varieties are available. * Impatiens: One of the bestknown plants for the garden, these annuals come in scores of colors and can generally tolerate full sun to full shade. * Larkspur: Belonging to the but-
tercup family, these flowers bloom in shades of white to violet. * Pansy: These flowers are some of the earliest spring bloomers, arriving alongside spring bulbs like tulips. * Petunias: Petunias put on a show of color through the entire season, making them a popular bedding flower.
Perennials
These plants will come back year after year and offer spring shows. * Cherry blossom: The flowers that sprout on cherry trees are some of the first signs of spring. Their pink or white buds are often a spectacle, so much so that towns and cities hold cherry blossom festivals. * Columbine: These beautiful blooms attract butterflies and can be a nice part of a garden bed. * Jacob's ladder: Variegated foliage that is dappled with violet-colored flowers can add a sweet smell and visual interest to the garden. * Primrose: These flowers come in a variety of shades, making them versatile in any garden. They also tend to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. * Sweet violet: These fragrant flowers are edible as well as attractive. These plants can self-plant, so unless a gardener wants them to spread, they should be kept contained.
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April 1. 2011 I AM NUMBER FOUR (PG13) - Starring Alex Pettyfer, Timothy Olyphant, Teresa Palmer, Dianna Agron, Jake Abel, Callan McAuliffe, Teresa Palmer, and Kevin Durand. John (Pettyfer) doesn't sparkle when exposed to sunlight, but strange lights occasionally emanate from under his skin. That's because he's not the allAmerican high school athlete he seems to be; he's an alien. Placed under the care of a Jedi-like warrior named Henri (Olyphant), he's on Earth in hiding. He is one of nine survivors saved from genocide on a distant world. Now, hunted across the universe by the Mogadorians, the Nine have become Six, with numbers One, Two, and Three eliminated. John is Number Four, so he's next. The death of Number Three puts Henri into a heightened state of paranoia, so he forcibly moves John to a new city and new school. There, John quickly falls in love with Sarah (Agron). This doesn't sit well with Sarah's ex-boyfriend, Mark (Abel). When not making goo-goo eyes at Sarah or trying to cut his apron strings with Henri, John befriends another student (McAuliffe), who knows a thing or two about UFOs. Meanwhile, Number Six (Palmer), a hot Aussie alien with a big gun, is trying to find John before the Mogadorians do. The film is essentially a big screen version of TVs Smallville: a benevolent, handsome teenage alien living in small town America comes to terms with his newfound powers while battling otherworldly enemies and falling for the local hottie. It essentially accomplishes what it sets out to do, which is to make a middle-of theroad, Twilight-esque sci-fi film aimed at teens. Since Michael Bay is involved (as producer), you can bet that a few things are blown up before it's all over. RATING: BUNKNOWN (PG-13) - Starring Liam Neeson, January Jones, Diane Kruger, Aidan Quinn, and Frank Langella. Neeson plays Martin Harris, an American university professor in Berlin for a biotechnology conference. His young wife (Jones), has accompanied him on the trip. When a baggage mix-up necessitates a quick return to the airport, Neeson departs without a word to his wife while she is checking into the hotel. His cab is involved in a serious accident. Neeson is knocked unconscious by a blow to the head but the driver, an illegal Bosnian immigrant (Kruger), saves his life then vanishes. Neeson is in a coma for four days and, when he awakens, his memory is foggy. He leaves the hospital against his doctor's or-
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and Richard Jenkins. Directed by Peter and Bobby Farrelly. From the guys that brought us There's Something About Mary. The comedy follows two suburbanite husbands (Wilson & Sudeikis), who still desire other women despite having great wives (Fischer & Applegate) respectively. But Wilson and Sudeikis aren't looking to cheat on them; they're just fantasizing. After getting busted checking out one too many other women (and following an embarrassing incident at a friend's house), Fischer issues Wilson a "hall pass" -- one week off from marriage, penaltyfree, to do whatever he must to get these urges out of his system. Applegate soon issues one for Sudeikis as well. The inevitable disillusionment that will come from fortysomething suburbanites acting like frat boys will give them a new appreciation for what they have at home. Together, these two best buddies realize their game isn't quite what it used to be, while their wives inexplicably find themselves in a situation that could get them some action as well. Just a warning: this is not for kids! It's very crude and vulgar, but you can't deny it's hysterical at times! But, the biggest surprise was to see my neighbor in the movie! Go Big Daddy! RATING: B+ JUST GO WITH IT (PG-13) Starring Adam Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, Nicole Kidman, Devlin Adams, Nick Swardson, Brooklyn Decker, Dave Matthews, Kevin Nealon, Rachel Dratch, Bailee Madison, Griffin, Gluck, and Minka Kelly. Sandler plays an elite plastic surgeon and a confirmed bachelor unable to make a commitment. He has a foolproof method of assuring a series of one-night stands with girls half his age: wear a pretend wedding ring. His amorous targets fall for his sad tale of how he is a neglected and sometimes, abused husband while recognizing there's no long-term hope for an entanglement. It's pity sex with no strings attached. Sandler's assistant (Aniston) regards her boss' love life with ill-disguised disgust, but that doesn't prevent her from secretly pining for a future with him. Then Decker enters Sandler's life and, after a night with her, he believes she's "the one." Unfortunately, she has seen the ring and the explanation he provides - that he and his
wife are getting a divorce - isn't sufficient to calm her fears about falling for a married man. So, to prove his truthfulness, he must produce a wife. In a town full of actors, Sandler chooses Aniston to play this part. The simple deception, however, becomes increasingly complicated with the addition of two children. Once the scene shifts to Hawaii, Kidman joins the party as a college rival of Katherine's along with her husband Matthews. The film manages to provide a lot of funny scenes, but I didn't buy the chemistry between Sandler and Aniston. RATING: BBIG MOMMAS: LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON (PG-13) Starring Martin Lawrence, Brandon T. Jackson, Jessica Lucas, Faizon Love, and Emily Rios. This is the third installment to the Big Momma's House franchise. While his overeager step-son (Jackson) is trying to get his hip hop career off the ground, FBI agent (Lawrence) is wrapping up another case, this time with the Russian Mafia involved. After witnessing a murder, Jackson needs to go undercover and escape the scene. Naturally our perplexed parent has a plan. He breaks out the momma suit, and gets his offspring to dressup as well. As Big Momma and her "niece", Charmaine Daisy Pierce, the duo take flight and end up at an all girl's performing academy -which just so happens to contain a flash drive that will help them capture the criminals. As the make their way amongst the attractive young coeds, Jackson falls for Lucas, a wonderful singer with little selfconfidence. In the meantime, Big Momma must fend off the advances from janitor -- and cheerful chubby chaser (Love). There's no reason this film needed to be made. It's not even funny, it's actually a little disturbing. Lawrence must have really needed a paycheck. RATING: D THE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU (PG-13) - Starring Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, Anthony Mackie, John Slattery, Michael Kelly, and Terence Stamp. This is very loosely based on “The Adjustment Team” - a 1954 Philip K. Dick short story about fate, choice and destiny. Damon plays an up-andcoming politician running for a U.S. Senate seat from the state of New
Page 21 York. He's young and brash and, when his past catches up with him, he loses the election. He meets Blunt in his darkest hour, when he's preparing to give his conciliation speech. She inspires him, but she vanishes without giving her name and he doesn't know anything about her. Three years later, on the morning when chance brings Damon and Blunt back together, he learns of the existence of The Adjustment Bureau. After recognizing that they have been observed, they capture Damon. The situation is explained to him and he is allowed to go free, but with two provisions: (1) He cannot tell anyone about the existence of The Adjustment Bureau - to do so would make him immediately subject to "resetting", and (2) He cannot ever see Blunt again. From that point, his life becomes an ongoing struggle to circumvent the obstacles placed in his path and be with Blunt. The more successful he becomes, the more seriously his threat is regarded by The Adjustment Bureau, and eventually they bring in "The Hammer" (Stamp) to resolve the situation. Damon and Blunt definitely share some great chemistry, but I just didn't buy the whole cat-and-mouse game with the men in black hats. RATING: BRED RIDING HOOD (PG-13) - Starring Amanda Seyfried, Virginia Madsen, Shiloh Fernandez, Max Irons, Billy Burke, Julie Christie, and Gary Oldman. In a village set in the midst of a great wilderness lives a young woman (Seyfried), who is in love with a poor woodcutter (Fernandez). Seyfried's mother (Madsen) and father (Burke) have betrothed her to the wealthy man (Irons), for whom she has little affection. Seyfried, who has a fondness for wearing a red cloak, frequently visits her nearby grandmother (Christie), but the older woman never weighs in about whether she prefers Fernandez or Irons. The love triangle fades into the background when the mauling of Seyfried's sister reveals that the dreaded werewolf of old has returned. The local priest summons master demon-hunter and lycanthrope-killer Father Solomon (Oldman), who arrives prepared for battle. He doesn't have to wait long. The film retains the framework of the children's story, but that's about all it keeps. It unfolds like a mystery, with the identity of the werewolf keeping us guessing. Several possibilities are immediately rejected, but when the truth is unveiled, it's a little disappointing, but not as disappointing as the lackluster climax and conclusion. RATING: C
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April 2 Neponset Valley Sunrise Rotary Club Service Above Self Award Dinner Four Points by Sheraton Norwood, 6-11 p.m. Award dinner honoring the Ellie Fund for helping women with breast cancer. $40 per person. For info visit, www.nvsrotary.org April 4 Monday Night at the Movies Morrill Memorial Library, 7 p.m. In celebration of Earth Day, Monday Night at the Movies will present 'Born Free,' a true story based on the book by Joy Adamson. Perfect evening for the entire family. Sign up at the library information desk or call 781-7690200, x222. Free. April 7 Massachusetts / Israel Economic Relationship Today & Tomorrow Temple Shaare Tefilah at Schechter Day School, 1 Commerce Way, Norwood, 7 p.m. Temple Shaare Tefilah, Temple Beth David and Temple Adath Sharon will sponsor a talk by David Goodtree with news from
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April 16 SNCARC Irish Dance Fundraiser Concannons, 60 Lenox St., Norwood, 8 p.m.midnight. Have a fun evening of music and dance to benefit the South Norfolk County Association for Retarded Citizens. Music and entertainment by the Erin Melody Band and Harney Academy. Many raffle prizes! Tickets $15. For info call, 781-762-4001 or visit, www.sncarc. org.
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Heartbreaking End to Lady Mustangs Historic Season BY TIM DAVIS, SPORTS WRITER The Lady Mustangs hockey team ended their season with a remarkable (19-2-2) record against Fontbonne in the semi-finals of the MIAA Division 2 Tournament recently. The girl’s had a lot to be proud of by finishing with the Bay State League’s best record and the best finish in Norwood girl’s hockey history. “The fun and success they had this year exceeded last year, and the kind of season we had is a reflection on each kid in there,” commented head coach Bill O’Donnell, who has led the Norwood girls to the tournament in each of his two years as head coach. This year the Lady Mustangs were led by their senior tri-captains, Taylor Donners, Lisa Coskren and Ali Maloof. Maloof led all scorers with (20 goals, 10 assists,) thirty points, while Coskren added (10 goals, 10 assists) 20 points and Donners had (7,15) 22 points. Donners and Coskren battled injuries throughout the season but were able to return in time for the tournament run, where Norwood was able to receive a No. 1 seed for the tournament. Maloof led all Norwood scorers in the tournament, with six goals, and notched both goals in their final game a 3-2 loss in overtime, to the Ducks from Milton. “Ali is a phenomenal hockey player, but she is even a better person off the ice,” commented O’Donnell. The Mustangs made it through the first rounds of the tournament by beating last year’s state champs Winchester and all state forward, Michaela Chiuccariello 4-1, as well as a defensive minded Sandwich team 4-1, in games where Norwood’s prominent two scoring lines wore each opponent down. Besides Maloof, freshaman Emily Kelly was a huge bright spot in the Mustangs offense this year. The young center added a balanced stick to the second line where she contributed (14 goals, 15 assists) 29 points. Kelly knows next year she will be asked to carry the offensive load while the Lady Mustangs stout defense will return with both sophomores Allison Ryan, and Katie O’Brien anchoring the blue line as well as stellar sophomore goaltender Christina Frasca and her .95
goals against average manning the pipes. “I have to give props to our seniors,” said Kelly, “we couldn’t have done it without them,” referring to her team’s historic tournament run. The Lady Mustangs will also rely on forward junior Hayley O’Rourke, and Jenny O’Donnell who showed glimpses of brilliance this year, as underclassmen. Along with returning contributors Kaitlin McCarthy, Colleen Glaser, Sabrina Gaita, Karyn Colomey, and Jenna Whalen. Next year’s team will be a defensive stronghold in their attempt to defend their
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Norwood Sports ATHLETE OF THE MONTH Sponsored by Seventeen-year-old senior Taylor Donners of Norwood High School is Athletic Republic’s “Athlete of the Month” for April. Her athletic ability in the sport of Ice Hockey has allowed her to persevere through the pain of breaking her wrist midseason and coming back to finish her season despite the setback. She did not allow the break or a special cast to fit with her stick to stop her from a successful season and continued to be an asset to her team. In fact, in just her first game back after her injury, she scored the first goal and added an assist to top it off. Taylor and the Mustangs went on to win the Bay State League title
Taylor is a two-sport athlete, also excelling in field hockey at the varsity level. She is a strong art student in which she has received the Art Award at Norwood High School where her work has been displayed. Taylor is the oldest of three children; she has two younger brothers Charlie and Sean who also play hockey in Norwood. Her proud parents are Kim and Charles Donners.
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Athletic Republic would like to congratulate Taylor and the Norwood Girls Ice Hockey team on their success this past season and hope to see more from her in her future.
Norwood Volleyball In The Community The Norwood High School Girls’ Volleyball Program has been stepping it up in their off season. Just after finishing up their work at the concession stands during the Norwood Metro West basketball games, the girls are already working on further fundraisers to help their program. The next event is a volleyball day at Conrads Restaurant. Conrads is hosting a fundraiser for the NHS Girls’ Volleyball Program on Monday, April 18 which is the first Monday of April
vacation. Join us throughout the day for lunch or dinner, eat in or take out, and 20 % of your bill will go back to the girls’ volleyball program. Remember to mention volleyball when you place your order. A portion of the money earned on Monday, April 18th will go toward the scholarship money for the 2011 seniors. The NHS Girls’ Volleyball Program is also selling Mustang Sweatpants embroidered with a mustang on the front right leg, a year of graduation displayed inside the mustang, and a last name beneath the mustang. The sweatpants have pockets with open bottoms at the ankles. Sweatpants are available in navy, black, royal or sports grey; adult sizes are available: small, medium, large, X-Large and 2XL. The cost is $25. They make a great gift for graduates as well as underclassman for birthdays, holidays etc. For interest in ordering and to receive an order form, please email: Mariereen@aol.com Look for more information in May about summer car washes to support the girl’s program. The girls hope to get more people involved in the sport that they all love and have a great time playing!
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Mustangs End with Winning Season On the Ice BY TIM DAVIS, SPORTS WRITER In recent years, the word adversity has become a familiar theme for the Norwood boy’s hockey team. However, just as in the past, the team has overcome such trials and has proved it’s worth both on and off the ice.
they’re strong, we skated with them, we had some good opportunities, the kids skated hard,” added Clifford.
Gaita finished the night with 2 goals and an assist while Davis made 16 saves to help the Mustangs advance to the second round
son with a (9-8-5) record that many thought, in local hockey circles, was not possible for this inexperienced team.
This year was no exception. Coach Bill Clifford’s boys battled through some tough injuries and an inexperienced team to notch a winning record and even found a way to win a tournament game in this year’s Division 1 South Sectionals against the higher seeded Brockton Boxers. “The kids did a nice job, there is no quit in them,” commented Clifford after a season ending loss to a highly talented and tournament favorite Marshfield team 4-0. Marshfield’s Ryan Connors controlled the ice throughout the game, scoring three goals, the first coming on a Norwood penalty where he skated around the defense and got himself to the net to finish with a nifty goal against Norwood’s goalie Jordan Davis. The goal capped a competitive first period where the Mustangs hung tough throughout but couldn’t find an answer to stop Donovan. “(Connors) came around the boards, the ref got in his way (Norwood’s Mike Murray), and that was tough,” said Clifford. Marshfield moved to (14-3-5) on the year and was just shy of making the Super 8 tournament field this year. “They are a very good team,
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“Huge improvement, got better and better each game,” said Clifford, who had watched his team drop a pre-season game to Marshfield by a frightful 8-1 margin. The Mustangs graduate five seniors, and none of them bigger than Gaita and Kewriga, who were the offensive leaders on this team.
The bigger and physical Marshfield team accumulated ten penalties during the game and tried on several occasions to provoke the Norwood team to play at a different tempo. “Our kids kept our cool,” commented Clifford. The Mustangs shined in their first round game against the Boxers, coming out of the gun “flying” and amassing thirteen shots to Brockton’s one, in the first period of their 4-1 win over the Boxers. Adam Kewriga, who led the Mustangs with 26 points this year, opened the scoring with a goal. The senior made his way around a fore-check to get to the middle of the slot, to score on Brockton’s Chris Samaras.
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They (Kewriga and Gaita) did a great job with leadership, very happy with them both on and off the ice,” added Clifford.
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High School News MICCA Choral Festival Coming Submitted by Nicole Breen, 2011 The MICCA choral festival is right around the corner. MICCA is the Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association. Students in the choral program at Norwood High School prepare for this festival annually.
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Groups can also participate in the festival requesting comments only. This year five choral groups from NHS will be participating in the MICCA festival, which include: The Madrigal Choir, Concert Chorale, The Muses, Men’s Choir, and Women’s Concert Choir, which are all under the direction of Ms. Ashley Nelson, the high school music director. Performance dates and times are as follows:
Friday April 8, 2011 Women’s Concert Choir at 5:20 The Madrigal Choir at 7:10pm
Saturday April 9, 2011 Men’s Choir at 1:40pm Concert Chorale at 3:00pm The Muses at 4:20pm During the days and times while the students from NHS are not participating in the festival they volunteer throughout the weekend as hosts and working at the registration table. We are looking for more parent volunteers and would appreciate any time of yours that you could offer to help out at the site. Please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Ashley Nelson With any questions at: anelson@norwood.k12. ma.us
NHS Spirit Club The NHS Spirit Club kicked of the new year with Operation Santa – Send All Norwood Troops Affection. The Club collected nonperishable items such as socks, gum,
mints, sun screen, candy, phone cards and more and loaded boxes to send to the Norwood troops abroad. They also sent cards and letters to support the soldiers. The club was assisted by Veterans agent Ted Mulvehill who provided a list of requested items and addresses. The collection took place the month of January and boxes were mailed out for Valentines Day. The Spirit Club would like to thank all the staff and students that helped with this great cause. The Spirit Club also purchased a new Mustang Mascot costume from the hot chocolate sales. A special thanks to the athletic department and NHS Booster Club who also helped with the funding. The Mustang made many appearances at the NHS girls and boys basketball games providing lots of fun and spirit for the crowds! A big thanks to Andrew “Fufa” Stover for being the Mascot. We will be seeing more from out mascot next fall during football season! An activity currently taking place at NHS is the Pennies for Patients campaign. Various classrooms are collecting pennies during the month of March. All proceeds will benefit the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society. Results of the winning classroom will be provided next month. Next up for the Spirit Club is a yard sale to raise Epilepsy Awareness. Details to follow Go Mustangs!!
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Winter Sports Recap • Boys’ Indoor Track – Jon Canniff took 6th place at the Division II State Track Meet. • Girls Indoor Track – Cory Ryan took 3rd place in the New England’s Track Championship Meet. Cory also signed a National Letter of Intent to attend the University of Maryland to play soccer on a full scholarship. • Lauren Duggan had a tremendous year throwing the Shot Put she was the champion of the Bay State Conference, Coaches Elite Meet, Division II State Meet, AllState Meet, and the New England Championship Meet. She is named to the Globe All-Scholastic team and is now the new Norwood High Record Holder, with a throw of 40’ 11.25” • Lauren will attend U Conn on a full softball scholarship. • The Gymnastics team had a strong season losing three meets by less than four points. With no seniors on the team the future looks bright. Congratulations to freshman Bay State Conference All-Star Kristen Folan. • Norwood alumni Bill McDermott took over the Wrestling program and had a great season! Two wrestlers Chris Hutchens and Mark Saulnier placed in the MIAA sectionals and state tournaments. Senior captain Aquie Moxam, was a sectional champion, and placed 5th in the state tournament. • Both Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball improved this season and each team ran successful charity fundraisers: girls for Breast Cancer Research and boys for Melanoma Research.
• Both teams closed out their final home games with wins at the Savage Center Gym during senior night. Everyone is looking forward to playing in the new high school gym next year. • The Cheerleading team continues to add to their collection of awards placing 1st at the Bay State Championship meet and the State Sectional Championship. The team finished 4th in the All-State Meet this past Sunday. • The Boys’ Hockey team overcame many early season injuries and qualified for the state tournament, making it to the quarter finals. Losing only four seniors, the future looks bright. • Congratulations to Norwood Head Coach Bill Clifford who was voted Coach of the Year by the officials association. Coach Clifford will be honored on March 29th at the officials’ end of the year meeting. • The Girls’ Hockey team is the team of the Winter Season finishing the regular season as Bay State Conference Champions with a record of 17-1-2. The team lost a heart breaker to Fontbonne on Sunday 3-2 in overtime in the Division II State Semi-finals. Senior captains Taylor Donners, Lisa Coskren and Ali Maloof have done a great job leading the team. Both Donners and Coskren look to play hockey in college next year while Maloof will be attending Southern New Hampshire University on a full softball scholarship. Ali was also named to the Globe All-Scholastic team along with Head Coach Bill O’Donnell as Division II Coach of the Year.
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Obituaries CHESTER, Lawrence 67 of Dorchester, March 5, 2011. He leaves five sisters, Lillian Tyler, Gladys Stewart, Victoria Butcher, Brenda Patterson, Pearlie Traylor and her husband Thomas Traylor. Two brothers Henry and Karl Chester. He also leaves many extended family members. He is predeceased by both parents Ionia and Arthur Chester, Debra Hester, Lewis and Arthur Chester. Service is private. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donationsinmemoryof Lawrence may be made to the American Cancer Society , 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Late Army Veteran. DIIORIO, Vincent Anthony, Sr. (77) of Norwood passed away at his home on March 5, 2011 after a brave battle with kidney disease. He passed away surrounded by his beloved wife of 52 years, Elinor and loved ones. He was born August 29, 1933 in Boston and was a long time Norwood resident. He is survived by his three sons, Vincent Jr. and his wife Annette, Edward, Paul Sr. and his wife Beth, his daughter Elinor Gallahue, 11 grandchildren, Kathleen, Vincent III, Anthony, Kristina, Dominic, Paul Jr., Alicia, Matthew, Colleen, Megan, Kathleen and one great grandchild, Joey.He is also survived by his sister Mary Faletra and her husband Joseph.Mr. DiIorio was a graduate of Boston University and Coyne Electrical School and entered the field of electrical engineering in 1958. Once receiving his professional registration from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Mr. DiIorio founded Vincent A. DiIorio, Incorporated, an electrical engineering firm in 1972. He immediately earned a solid reputation in the New England area for quality and efficiency in electrical designs with top architectural firms and electrical contracting companies. Subsequently, he obtained professional registrations in all the New England states. This reputation and his striving for perfection allowed the company to sustain itself and grow through the years. Under his leadership, Vincent A. DiIorio, Incorporated has employed more than 50 different people, over the 39 years of existence. His dedication to his employees and his clients, is a testimony to the longevity of the company. During his ca-
reer, Mr. DiIorio served on the board of directors of the New England Electrical Institute, and served as president in 1988 and 1989. He was known throughout the industry for calling a meeting to order without the need for a microphone. Mr. DiIorio earned a Naples Institute Leadership Award from Mount Ida College for leadership in furthering his profession. Mr. DiIorio was also very civic minded and was always finding ways to give back to his community. He served two terms as president of the Norwood Lions Club and was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, 3049 in West Roxbury.Mr. DiIorio was a devoted grandfather, diehard Red Sox fan and an avid golfer, "especially if he won." In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Vincent may be made to the Jimmy Fund, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Pl. West, 6th Fl., Brookline, MA 02445-7226 ATTN: Contribution Services. Late Army veteran Korea. KIEF, Mary R. (Michaelson) of Norwood, MA, 72, died Tuesday in Norwood. She was the beloved wife of Richard "Dick" Kief of Norwood, loving mother of Jeanne and Paul Sanfilippo of Medfield, Rick and Ellen Kief of Weston, Mary Beth and Bill Joyce of Norwood, Bob and Kris Kief of WA, Jim and Shannon Kief of CT, Dianne and Yee Chin of Norwood, dear sister of Joan and Ralph Serrillo of Marston's Mills, Willis Michaelson of FL, Karen Michaelson of NH, and Peter and Laraine Michaelson of Mashpee, dear sister-inlaw of Linda Michaelson of Marston's Mills, cherished grandmother of Stefanie, Kate, Pat, Brandon, Lauren, Derek, Aubrey, Jake, Jameson, Hayden and Emma and aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, by Willis and Vera (Smith) Michaelson and siblings, Jack Michaelson and Ruth McFadden. Funeral was held at Gillooly Funeral Home on Saturday, March 12, at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at St. Timothy's Church, Norwood. Interment at Highland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Norwood Scholarship Foundation, PO Box 112,
Norwood, MA 02062. MEAGHER, Susan E.(Ryan) of Norwood, March 19, 2010. Devoted wife of Daniel J. Meagher. Loving mother of Kevin M. Meagher and his wife Danielle of Westwood. Cherished grandmother of Kelly and Colin Meagher of Westwood. Beloved sister of Janice M. Barrett of Natick. Also survived by eighteen nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Susan may be made to The Peace Abbey, Two North Main St, Sherborn, MA 01770. Late Social Worker and Family Therapist in Norwood. Susan was a graduate of St. Catherine School Class of 1962 and Norwood High School Class of 1966 where she was a cheerleader. She continued her education at the University of MA where she met her future husband Daniel and continued at Simmons College Graduate School of Social Work. She was a proud member of the National Association of Social Workers. Susan was active in the Norwood Town Meeting. She enjoyed spending time with her family in West Hyannisport, Cape Cod. PRUELL, Ruth C. (Maguire) Of Norwood, March 10, 2011. Devoted wife of the late George J. Pruell. Loving mother of Carleton Pruell and his wife Lorna of Mansfield, James J. Pruell and his wife Denise of Walpole. Devoted sister of Marion Bufton of Norwood and the late George "Jud" Maguire, Margaret "Peggy" Boudreau and Barbara Carew. Cherished grandmother of Wendy Hardy and her husband Jason of NC, Holly Leun and her husband Michael of GA, and James Pruell of AZ and great grandmother of Madison Hardy of NC. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral was held at the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine of Siena Church, Norwood. Interment followed at Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Late insurance agent at the Thomas J. Foley Insurance Agency, Norwood and Francis M.Walley Insurance Agency, Dedham. Ruth was a longtime member of St. Catherine Sodality and the Norwood Senior Center. She was an animal lover.
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Teach Your Children Well: Basic Financial Education Contributed by Phil Swan, Norwood Financial Services at Norwood Bank Even before your children can count, they already know something about money: it's what you have to give the ice cream man to get a cone, or put in the slot to ride the rocket ship at the grocery store. So, as soon as your children begin to handle money, start teaching them how to handle it wisely.
Making allowances Giving children allowances is a good way to begin teaching them how to save money and budget for the things they want. How much you give them depends in part on what you expect them to buy with it and how much you want them to save. Some parents expect children to earn their allowance by doing household chores, while others attach no strings to the purse and expect children to pitch in simply because they live in the household. A compromise might be to give children small allowances coupled with opportunities to earn extra money by doing chores that fall outside their normal household responsibilities. When it comes to giving children allowances: • Set parameters. Discuss with your children what they may use the money for and how much should be saved. • Make allowance day a routine, like payday. Give the same amount on the same day each week.
• Consider "raises" for children who manage money well.
Take it to the bank Piggy banks are a great way to start teaching children to save money, but opening a savings account in a "real" bank introduces them to the concepts of earning interest and the power of compounding. While children might want to spend all their allowance now, encourage them (especially older children) to divide it up, allowing them to spend some immediately, while insisting they save some toward things they really want but can't afford right away. Writing down each goal and the amount that must be saved each week toward it will help children learn the difference between short-term and long-term goals. As an incentive, you might want to offer to match whatever children save toward their long-term goals.
Shopping sense Television commercials and peer pressure constantly tempt children to spend money. But children need guidance when it comes to making good buying decisions. Teach children how to compare items by price and quality. When you're at the grocery store, for example, explain why you might buy a generic cereal instead of a name brand. By explaining that you won't buy them something every time you go to a store, you can lead children into thinking carefully about the purchases they do want to make. Then, consider setting aside one day a month when you will take
children shopping for themselves. This encourages them to save for something they really want rather than buying on impulse. For "bigticket" items, suggest that they might put the items on a birthday or holiday list. Don't be afraid to let children make mistakes. If a toy breaks soon after it's purchased, or doesn't turn out to be as much fun as seen on TV, eventually children will learn to make good choices even when you're not there to give them advice.
Earning and handling income Older children (especially teenagers) may earn income from part-time jobs after school or on weekends. Particularly if this money supplements any allowance you give them, wages enable children to get a greater taste of financial independence. Earned income from part-time jobs might be subject to withholdings for FICA and federal and/or state income taxes. Show your children how this takes a bite out of their paychecks and reduces the amount they have left over for their own use.
Creating a balanced budget With greater financial independence should come greater fiscal responsibility. Older children may have more expenses, and their extra income can be used to cover at least some of those expenses. To ensure that they'll have enough to
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make ends meet, help them prepare a budget. To develop a balanced budget, children should first list all their income. Next, they should list routine expenses, such as pizza with friends, money for movies, and (for older children) gas for the car. (Don't include things you will pay for.) Finally, subtract the expenses from the income. If they'll be in the black, you can encourage further saving or contributions to their favorite charity. If the results show that your children will be in the red, however, you'll need to come up with a plan to address the shortfall.
To help children learn about budgeting: • Devise a system for keeping track of what's spent • Categorize expenses as needs (unavoidable) and wants (can be cut) • Suggest ways to increase income and/or reduce expenses
The future is now Teenagers should be ready to focus on saving for larger goals (e.g., a new computer or a car) and longer-term goals (e.g., college, an apartment). And while bank accounts may still be the primary savings vehicles for them, you might also want to consider introducing your teenagers to the principles of investing. To do this, open investment accounts for them. (If they're minors, these must be custodial accounts.) Look for accounts that can be opened with low initial contributions at institutions that supply educational materials about basic investment terms and concepts. Helping older children learn about topics such as risk tolerance, time horizons, market volatility, and asset diversification may predispose them to take charge of their financial future.
Should you give the kid credit? If older children (especially those about to go off to college) are responsible, consider getting them a credit card. Most major credit card companies require an adult to cosign a credit card agreement be-
fore they will issue a card to someone under the age of 18 (as of February 2010, the Credit CARD Act of 2009 will generally require this for consumers under age 21). Ask the credit card company for a low credit limit (e.g., $300) or a secured card. This can help children learn to manage credit without getting into serious debt.
Also: • Set limits on the card's use • Make sure children understand the grace period, fee structure, and how interest accrues on the unpaid balance • Agree on how the bill will be paid, and what will happen if the bill goes unpaid • Make sure children understand how long it takes to pay off a credit card balance if they only make minimum payments If putting a credit card in your child's hands is a scary thought, you may want to start off with a prepaid spending card. A prepaid spending card looks like a credit card, but functions more like a prepaid phone card. The card can be loaded with a predetermined amount that you specify, and generally may be used anywhere credit cards are accepted. Purchases are deducted from the card's balance, and you can transfer more money to the card's balance whenever necessary. Although there may be some fees associated with the card, no debt or interest charges accrue; children can only spend what's loaded onto the card. One thing you might especially like about prepaid spending cards is that they allow children to gradually get the hang of using credit responsibly. Because you can access the account information online or over the phone, you can monitor the spending habits of your children. If need be, you can then sit down with them and discuss their spending behavior and money management skills. Prepared by Forefield, Inc. Investments and insurance products and services offered through INFINEX INVESTMENTS, INC. Member FINRA/SIPC. Norwood Financial Services is a trade name of the bank. Infinex and the 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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