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Voters Reviewed Budget at Town Meeting

At town meeting on May 13, voters reviewed part of the proposed $29.8 million budget for Fiscal Year 2020 but did not get through the entire budget before the meeting was adjourned due to the time, according to a Sun Chronicle article.The second part of the meeting was scheduled to take place on Tuesday, May 29. The $29.8 million budget represented a $1.48 million, or five percent, increase over this year’s budget. Approximately $19 million of the total budget is slated for the schools. The town may be facing another Proposition 2 ½ override to fund the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District budget. For more information on the town meeting, see Town Clerk Laura Schwall’s column in this issue.

Voters Changed Marijuana Zoning Bylaw

Voters at the special town meeting (held immediately before the annual town meeting on May 13) approved an amendment to the marijuana zoning bylaw, according to a Sun Chronicle article. The bylaw was amended to allow both medical and recreational marijuana sales in one establishment. The original bylaw only allowed medical marijuana. The amendment was approved 291 to 93.

D-R Student Presented at National Cyber Crime Conference

Nicholas Dubois, 16, recently gave a presentation at the National Cyber Crime Conference in Norwood, according to a Sun Chronicle article. It’s the first time a high school student has given a presentation at the event. Hundreds of law enforcement officers, prosecutors and investigators from across the U.S. and Canada attended the eighth annual conference hosted by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office. Dubois’ presentation was on cyber safety in schools. Dubois is interested in pursuing a career in digital forensics.

D-R Regional High School Names Valedictorian & Salutatorian

Kathryn Poole has been named valedictorian and Emma Wheeler is salutatorian for the class of 2019 at Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School. Kathryn lives in Rehoboth and will be attending Emerson College majoring in Media Arts Production. Emma also lives in Rehoboth and will be attending Middlebury College majoring in Biology and Neuroscience. Graduation ceremonies take place Sat, June 1 at 4 p.m.

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Rehoboth Ramblings by Leslie Patterson

The Only Thing Constant is Change

Did anyone rush over to see the dramatic blow-up and collapse of those two cooling towers at the Somerset power plant recently? It was too early on a Saturday for us but we enjoyed the video. We may all say good riddance to such an eyesore but they were a handy landmark when flying into Green Airport from the south. When you saw those hulking towers below, you knew you were almost home. Speaking of that location, the Swansea Mall is now closed, like so many other malls across the country. Many is the Saturday afternoon we spent there 30 odd years ago, but I think my last purchase at Macy’s was a few years ago now. The mall’s demise doesn’t seem to be listed on that depressing website DeadMalls.com yet. How retail times have changed over the past four decades. Another change in the local landscape projected for the next few years is replacing the Henderson (Red) Bridge connecting East Providence to the East Side of Providence. This is news of special interest to those of us who take Rt. 44 into Providence. How many thousands of times have we gone over a bridge that is described as “structurally deficient” over the past 40 years? The plan calls for a more narrow streamlined bridge with just one lane for cars and side lanes for biking and pedestrians. I think they are underestimating how many cars go back and forth over that bridge at rush hour. The new design is apparently to include roundabouts (have you noticed that we often refer to rotaries by their British name now?) on either side of the bridge, according to the article in the Providence Journal. Oh joy, roundabouts! My least favorite traffic pattern. I know the reasoning behind them; they speed up the flow of traffic, cut down on cars sitting at red lights, etc. but they really scare me since I’m never sure what lane to get in. Roundabouts are a major feature of driving in the UK. Kudos to my husband for being able to navigate these endless traffic circles on English roads (of course, he is an engineer). I would no more attempt to drive in the UK than to drive at the Seekonk Speedway. Let’s say you land at Heathrow after an overnight flight with very little sleep and get into an unfamiliar rental car (most of them are stick shift, unless you want to pay a hefty premium). Then you will be driving on the “wrong” side of the road in heavy traffic and navigating your way through unfamiliar roundabouts. What could go wrong? I’m looking forward to our seasonal trips over the Braga Bridge, with visits to the South Coast and maybe the Cape. I guess they will be working on the Pell Bridge in Newport this summer too. We all worry about the condition of our roads and bridges and then get exasperated when traffic is disrupted for the roadwork to get underway. Such is life. As of this writing, we are still waiting for our street to be repaved after it was ripped up a couple of weeks ago. The quote I began with above is from Heraclitus, the ancient Greek philosopher. If he thought things changed fast in those days, he should see things now. I often think that the one thing people from the past would be most overwhelmed by (if they got transported here by time machine) would be the speed at which life moves, the changes that are so fast and furious they can give you whiplash. Even our ancestors from only 100 years ago would be amazed and probably left dizzy. There’s always one change we can all appreciate and that’s the change in the landscape from bleak and barren (this stage lasts much too long in New England) to lush, leafy, and very green that happens this time of year. The renewal of life seems like an annual miracle. This year we even got to witness a real miracle – after a very chilly, rainy spring, it was warm and sunny all three days of Memorial Day weekend!

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• Facts: The duty of the Finance Committee is to establish and recommend a balanced budget from known, recurring, and fiscally responsible funding sources -- such as the property tax levy and estimated motor vehicle excise tax and local receipts, among others. The Finance Committee cannot recommend deficit spending or an unbalanced budget, nor does it advocate for or against a Proposition 2 ½ override. Therefore, the sum of all town department budgets and revenue sources as recommended by the Finance Committee must equal $0 prior to annual town meeting. • Perspective: Although due diligence is performed and many hours of careful work expended by the department heads, town accountant, Board of Selectmen, and Finance Committee to craft and recommend a balanced budget, in the end, only the vote of those in attendance at annual town meeting matters. Unfortunately, most town residents do not attend and participate. If you have not attended regularly in the past, but have an opinion regarding financial matters of the town, I encourage you to start now by learning more and investing just a few hours on one night per year.

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10 The Reporter June 2019 budget requests -- and this year was no different. Therefore, the Finance Committee used the following figures to understand what proportion of Rehoboth’s FY2019 total revenue of $28,306,778 the town had appropriated to each of its three primary budget sectors: DRRSD: $17,958,791 = 63.44% of total revenue Town Government: $9,786,737 = 34.57% of total revenue Bristol-Plymouth & Bristol Aggie School Districts: $561,250 = 1.98% of total revenue In the end, the Finance Committee balanced a FY2020 budget of $29,784,526 using the following recommendations, which are nearly identical to the prior year percentage of total revenue appropriations above: DRRSD: $18,970,859 = 63.69% of total revenue Town Government: $10,220,050 = 34.31% of total revenue Bristol-Plymouth & Bristol Aggie School Districts: $593,617 = 1.99% of total revenue

• Perspective: As you can see, the Finance Committee utilized a fiscally responsible and impartial model, which takes into account FY2019 town appropriations in order to produce a reasonable budgetary recommendation for revenue spending in FY2020. This budget is Rehoboth living within its means while equitably distributing its revenue with proportional equivalence to the prior year. In summary: by recommending the above appropriations, the Finance Committee ensured each of the town’s three primary budget sectors fairly receive the same percentage of revenue sources in FY2020 as in FY2019.

FY2019 Override Funds

• Facts: Per Massachusetts General Law, a Proposition 2 ½ override resets the tax levy of the town by adding the override amount and, therefore, Rehoboth’s FY2020 tax levy of $24,305,568 includes the $2,115,992 of FY2019 override funds (among other contributing funding sources), an increase from the FY2019 tax levy of $21,311,598. Furthermore, the override funds remain included in the Finance Committee’s recommended DRRSD FY2020 appropriation of $18,970,859 -- an increase of $1,012,068 (5.64%) from the DRRSD FY2019 override-inclusive appropriation of $17,958,791. LURI LEE • Perspective: Some have questioned the “disappearance” or “theft” of the FY2019 override funds. As conspiracy theories arise and misinformation spewed, please be sure to fact-check with reliable sources, including the resources at the conclusion of this letter. In FY2020, the override funds are included within the town’s local tax levy and, per the Finance Committee’s recommendation, the FY2020 DRRSD appropriation is the total of all its FY2019 funding (yes, including the override revenue) plus an additional increase.

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• Facts: The Finance Committee did not recommend funding the DRRSD FY2020 requested assessment of $19,529,656 in its entirety. However, to be perfectly clear: DRRSD FY2019 appropriation was $17,958,791 (inclusive of the $2,115,992 override) DRRSD FY2020 requested assessment is currently $19,529,656 -- a proposed increase of $1,570,865 (8.75%) Finance Committee’s DRRSD FY2020 recommended appropriation is $18,970,859 -- a proposed increase of $1,012,068 (5.64%) • Perspective: DRRSD officials and affiliates have described DRRSD’s FY2020 funding as cut or reduced. However, per the Finance Committee’s recommendation, the year-over-year DRRSD appropriation would increase. While the recommended funding of $18,970,859 does fall short of the requested $19,529,656 by $558,797, it is unreasonable in my opinion to describe DRRSD funding as cut or reduced. Consider for a moment: if another town department had a FY2019 budget of $800K, requested FY2020 funding of $10MM and the Finance Committee recommended an appropriation of $1MM, could that department accurately describe its budget as cut or reduced by $9MM when it was actually increased by $200K?

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• Facts: The DRRSD operating budget is only one component of the total DRRSD assessment to the Town of Rehoboth; others include transportation and capital costs. As a result, the only figure pertinent to the Finance Committee when balancing the town’s budget and to town residents when voting at town meeting is the total DRRSD Rehoboth assessment, which includes ALL expenses requested for the DRRSD to deliver educational services to Rehoboth. • Perspective: Some have touted the DRRSD requested FY2020 operating budget increase as very small. My disagreement aside, isolating and highlighting one “slice of the pie” while disregarding the remainder has caused confusion. Discussions surrounding DRRSD funding must be qualified to ensure the total assessment is in scope -- not just the operating budget component. Much like pricing a new vehicle without an engine, body, axles, and wheels, talking about only the DRRSD operating budget component in the context of these municipal finance matters is ambiguous at best.

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• Facts: The Town of Rehoboth’s Stabilization and Capital Stabilization funds are special accounts designated for cash reserves per Massachusetts General Law and managed per Department of Revenue guidelines. The town has incrementally funded each account over time whenever possible and earmarked their balance as a source of funding for extreme emergency or one-time capital expenditures (examples might include new fire department apparatus or a town building renovation). Furthermore, when establishing interest rates for capital loans, bonding agencies assess risk and review Stabilization balances to help determine the overall financial health of a town. Finally, Stabilization accounts require a majority vote at town meeting to add funds and a two-thirds vote at town meeting to spend any portion thereof. • Perspective: Discussions have surfaced to propose funding the difference of the DRRSD FY2020 requested assessment and the Finance Committee’s recommended appropriation from a town Stabilization account. However, it is careless to consider Stabilization accounts as a funding source for any portion of the town’s operating budget. As we know, an operating budget recurs and continues to require funding each year. Therefore, if the town depletes a portion of a Stabilization account for recurring expenses, it is willingly decreasing its cash reserves and bond rating but, most importantly, is knowingly creating demand for continued use of Stabilization funds in future years. In other words, if revenue from known, recurring revenue sources (local tax levy, motor vehicle excise tax, local receipts, etc.) was insufficient to fully fund all budgetary requests for FY2020, it is highly improbable that amount (and any year-over-year increase) will miraculously be available for FY2021 -- therefore requiring the use of Stabilization funds once again. This viscous cycle is not unlike (but much worse than) Rehoboth’s excessive use of free cash to fund the operating budget in years past, until such time there was an inadequate free cash balance and a Proposition 2 ½ override was necessary. Any party entertaining or recommending the use of the Town of Rehoboth’s Stabilization accounts to fund a portion of the town’s operating budget, including the DRRSD assessment, is, at the least, completely misinformed about the proper use of Stabilization funds. Using a Stabilization account to fund the town’s operating budget would be an egregious maneuver of fiscal irresponsibility and is strongly discouraged. In summary: based on the Town of Rehoboth’s limited FY2020 revenue sources, I feel comfortable with the Finance Committee’s recommendations regarding the town’s overall FY2020 budget. Therefore, I encourage you to attend town meeting on Monday, May 13th and vote in favor of the Finance Committee’s recommendations. Before concluding, it is important to point out that, although I am the Vice Chairman of the Town of Rehoboth’s Finance Committee and do summarize the rationalizations of the committee’s continued on next page...

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We at Save Our Schools Dighton-Rehoboth pride ourselves on transparency, cooperation, and accuracy in the information we spread to the public. Once again as a town, we face conflicting information and financial turmoil in Rehoboth. There are clear sides that can be seen within the town government and by followers on social media. It appears to most that you can either be “for the town” or “for the school,” but we at Save Our Schools are in support of both a fiscally strong town and school. The divisive language can be seen when numbers are finagled and depictions are made that aren’t always the full story. After collaborating with community members, the School Committee, and the district central office team, we have decided to explain the FY20 situation by the numbers. We must first reassess the events of Fiscal Year 19 in order to fully understand the events of Fiscal Year 20. Let’s first look at the financial stress the Town of Rehoboth was in even before the so-called “school override” was deemed necessary. In their portion of the $27.1 million budget, the municipality requested $9.6 million. However, only $25 million was left after the town spent the difference on one-time expenses, most of which were sponsored and approved by the Board of Selectmen. In addition, the town had increased its assessment from FY18 to FY19 $822,186; a 9.3% increase. Why would the town have asked for such an incredible increase while putting itself in a deficit at the same time? Here’s why: the Finance Committee is an appointed position in Rehoboth, despite almost every surrounding town electing their FinComm representatives. Furthermore, the Board of Selectmen, the elected officials whose office entered this deficit, is the body that appoints FinComm. Let’s not forget that originally, the July 17th, 2018 override was set at $1.3 million for the schools that later ballooned into $2.1 million. Yes, all of that money did go to the schools and will again this year with an additional $1 million, but the language on the ballot that day read so that the voters only approved the money going to the schools for FY19, which is coming to a close. We have been trapped by misinformation and misleading into a situation where we need to stand up and say “enough is enough.” Next, let’s look at the situation the school district was put into last year. Out of the same $27.1 million as before, $17.5 million of that was requested as part of the district’s operating assessment. This was a $1.2 million increase or a 7% increase, a significantly smaller percentage increase than the town’s request. Before the FY19 budget process, the debt exclusions to fund DR’s roof, Beckwith’s windows, and Palmer River’s roof had already been voted on and approved by the town, so to include these numbers in any increase that the school is asking for each fiscal year would be mathematically inaccurate. In response to the voters of Rehoboth showing overwhelming support for the district’s FY19 budget, the FinComm, deliberately acting in opposition with the wishes of the voters, have tried to force Rehoboth into another Proposition 2 ½ Override election in order to fund the district’s conservative FY20 1.3% budget. To recap, the Finance Committee did not invite the School Committee to their meeting to discuss the FY20 budget, which was an unprecedented, unprofessional move by FinComm and its chairman. This meeting was also not recorded, and when asked for the minutes of that meeting, the FinComm sent out an over 7,000page document including spread out excel sheets and irrelevant documents that made it nearly impossible to decipher what was actually discussed at the meeting. FinComm should be held accountable for this lack of transparency. For whatever it’s worth, we at Save Our Schools DightonRehoboth very much appreciate everyone who has been following this process and staying up to date with the truth about what’s going on. We understand that there is a lot of different information flying around out there, and we can assure you that all of our information is gathered directly from School Committee members and the Central Office team at the school. However, we do encourage our supporters and followers to open their minds about the situation,

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I want to thank the voters for their support and vote at the Seekonk Spring Town Meeting held Monday, May 13. Without the votes of our concerned citizens, we would not have been able to pass the single use plastic bag ban. Cities and towns around us have voted to put an end to the single use plastic grocery bags. I am proud to live among neighbors who understand the vital importance of this first step in changing the way we view single-use plastics. Also, I am sure many people have seen photos of what plastic straws have done to wildlife. Turtles and other sea creatures have been photographed with them stuck up their noses, with the only way of removing them was with human intervention. Plastics and straws have been found in the stomachs of birds and sea life, and contribute to many untimely deaths. Straws are a part of our everyday lives, handed out automatically with every beverage. Do we really need a straw to drink a glass of water? What if your favorite restaurant didn’t hand them out with every beverage, but instead asked if customers wanted one? Think of all the plastic that would be removed from our landfills, and ultimately our waters. Making straws optional would actually save restaurants money over time as more and more people stopped using them. How about asking the manager or owner of the establishments you frequent to start asking customers if they needed a straw with their beverage. Little changes made over time can really add up to big results. While change can seem hard at first, remember that these changes are not just for today. The things we do today to stop the damage being done to the air, water, land and all living creatures will positively impact generations to come. Ronald Bennett - Concerned Citizen

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Rehoboth Town News From the Clerk Hello All – I hope you all had a most enjoyable Memorial Day. I would like to take a moment to pause and remember all the brave men and women, and their families, who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation. Thank you for protecting the freedoms that we enjoy today. I would also like to thank Jake Kramer, Rehoboth’s Veterans Agent, for the many hours he spent Laura Schwall preparing for the Memorial Day Parade – Town Clerk great job Jake! Thoughts and Prayers also go out to the Saunders family as the, May 27, 2019 Memorial Day Parade was dedicated to LTC William C. Saunders. As many of you may know, Bill & Ginny Saunders unfortunately both passed away in 2018. The month of May was another busy month in the Town Clerk’s office, Special and Annual Town Meetings, Census finalized and reports printed, Street Listings sent to printers, Town Clerk’s portion of the Annual Report completed, reminder letters sent out to delinquent dog owners, business certificate renewals mailed, voter inactivation cards sent for those that did not return their 2019 census forms and much, much more.

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Special and Annual Town Meeting

The Special Town Meeting and Annual Town Meeting commenced on Monday, May 13th, at the Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School convening at 7:12 p.m. with 158 registered voters in attendance for the Special Town Meeting, which dissolved at 8:03 p.m. At 8:12 p.m., 458 registered voters were present for the Annual Town Meeting (ATM). Through the night the attendance grew to 471 voters out of a total of 8,568 active registered voters as of May 3, 2019 (last day to officially register for the May 13, 2019 Town Meeting). The first session of the May 13, 2019 Annual Town meeting adjourned at 10:37 p.m. after voting on Articles 1, 2 and 4. The adjourned session of the May 13, 2019 ATM reconvened on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 7:03 p.m. at the D-R Regional High School Auditorium with 469 voters present and grew to a total of 699 voters present for the completion of our Annual Town Meeting. Voter turnout was record breaking!!! We also introduced a new type of technology for voter check-in called the PollPad. PollPads are used to check in voters on an iPad instead of the paper voter lists, which the election workers would need to flip through. PollPads allow the voter check-in process to move along more expeditiously. We used the Poll Pads previously at the Gubernatorial Election in November and Annual Town Meeting in April, but we were required by the State to use them in tandem with the Poll Pads. To speed up the check-in process at Town Meeting, we were allowed by the State to use only the Poll Pads (iPads) at the first and second sessions of Annual Town Meeting without the paper voter list. I purchased the original three Poll Pads with grant money I received from the State for our first session of Early Voting in 2016 (Presidential Election). The second set of Poll Pads were just purchased on May 14th with grant money we received from the State for the second session of Early Voting 2018 (Gubernatorial Election). With a turnout of 471 voters at the 5/13/19 Special & Annual Town Meeting, through the use of the PollPads, our election workers processed 413 of the 471 voters in a 60-minute timeframe (approximately 7 voters per minute at a rate of 8.7 seconds/voter) an awesome job by all. When Town Meeting ended with the $558,000 amendment from stabilization still to vote, I knew both sides of the vote would come out in force, so I expedited the purchase of three additional Poll Pads to handle the increased voter turnout. I was right, voters came out from both sides of the argument to have their voices heard and vote counted, it was a packed auditorium! With 6 Poll Pads working constantly, during our historic voter turnout on Tuesday, May 28th, 527 of the 600 voters were processed during the timeframe of 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at a rate of approximately 9 voters per minute at a rate of 6.7 seconds/ voter. I can’t thank my election workers, constables and LHS Associates (Poll Pad vendor) enough for seeing that all voters were seated in the auditorium ready to vote by 7:15 p.m. Thank you all!!! Below please find a brief summary of the Warrant Articles voted on at the May Special and Annual Town Meeting sessions.

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Brief Outline of the Votes that Took Place at the 5/13/19 and 5/28/19 Special and Annual Town Meetings

Special & Annual Town Meeting – Monday, May 13, 2019 @ 7:00 p.m. Is Available to View Online @ https://www.rehobothtv.org/ondemandPlayer?ShowID=3349 Article Number Vote SPECIAL TOWN MEETING: Special Town Meeting-Convened @7:12 p.m. Article #1–Fiscal Year 2019 Amended Budget Unanimously Approved @ 7:20 p.m. Article #2-Bond Anticipation Note Payment Majority Approved @ 7:24 p.m. Article #3-$150,000 CPC Funds for Purchase Unanimously Approved @ 7:26 p.m. of 48 Danforth Street Article #4-Preservation of Unanimously Approved @ 7:27 p.m. Historical Documents Amendment, which failed, was made to the first paragraph by taking out “in the Highway Business Overlay District and the Industrial District” and replace it with “only on Fall River Avenue”, Article #5-Amendment to Chapter E Zoning which failed at 7:39 p.m. Bylaw Marijuana Establishments Article 5 was approved as written in the Warrant (no amendments) by a vote of 291-YES and 93-NO – 2/3rds vote was received at 7:54 p.m. Article #6 – Other Post-Employment Benefits Majority Approved @ 7:54 p.m. Article #7-$50,000 to Fund Other PostMajority Approved @ 7:58 p.m. Employment Benefits (OPEB) Article #8 – General Bylaws Amendment to Unanimously Approved @ 7:59 p.m. Chapter A-Authorized Revolving Accounts Article #9-General Bylaws Amendment to Unanimously Approved @ 8:00 p.m. Chapter A-Authorized Revolving Accounts Article-10-Authorize Town Events Majority Approved @ 8:00 p.m. Committee Expenditure for Revolving Acct. Article-11-Authorization to Pay Bills of a Unanimously Approved @ 8:01 p.m. Prior Fiscal Year Article-12-Transact Other Business No Further Business Adjourned @ 8:03 p.m.

May 13, 2019 Annual Town Meeting – Convened @ 8:12 p.m. Town Meeting came to order at 8:12 p.m., adjourned at 8:16 p.m. for the Water District Report and Reconvened Annual Town Meeting @ 8:18 p.m. after Water Commissioner, Joe Nunes, read the report. The report was given to the Town Clerk for filing in the town meeting records. Article #1 – Annual Town Surplus Equipment Auction Authorization: Unanimously Approved at 8:28 p.m. Article #4 – FY2020 B-P Technical High School Budget: Article 4 – was requested by Jim Clark– Bristol-Plymouth School Committee Member and Rehoboth resident to advance Article 4 (BP School Budget Article) up before Article 2 (Town Government Budget Article) in order. The motion was approved and received FY20 Budget approval with a Majority voice vote at 8:34 p.m. Article #2 – FY2020 Town Budget: A few lines held, discussed, and Article 2 was Unanimously Approved at 9:23 p.m. Article #3-FY2020 DRRSD Budget and Assessment: An amendment was made by School Committee Member, Dr. Anthony Arrigo, which was not voted on prior to adjournment of 5/13/19 meeting was to amend the Operating Assessment to $18,723,605 from Finance Committee’s Recommendation of $18,164,807 and a Total Assessment of $19,529,656 from Finance Committee’s recommendation of $18,970,859. With funding $18,970,859 (appropriate from taxation) as recommended by the Finance Committee and $558,797 from Town Stabilization. The question was called – a vote taken to “call the question”, which received a hand-counted vote of YES=221 & NO= 111 a required 2/3rds majority vote to call the question was not achieved. The Moderator adjourned Town Meeting to Tuesday, May 28, 2019 @ 7:00 p.m. – DRRHS Auditorium. The 5-13-2019 Annual Town Meeting adjourned at 10:37 p.m. The Second Session of the 5-13-2019 Annual Town Meeting came to order at 7:03 p.m. on Monday, May 28, 2019, Town Meeting adjourned, same night, at 9:22 p.m. Second Session Annual Town Meeting Continued – Tuesday, May 28, 2019 @ 7:03 p.m. Is Available to View Online @ https://www.rehobothtv.org/ondemandPlayer?ShowID=3356 th

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As a result of Sara’s momentous birthday, The Board of Selectmen declared Tuesday, May 28, 2019 as Sara Kanarian Day. As a result, the Moderator read a wonderful Proclamation written by the Board of Selectmen in Mrs. Kanarian’s honor. For those of you who did not know, Mrs. Kanarian, Sara taught second grade in Palmer River from 1962-1969 and became D.L. Beckwith Middle School’s first Librarian when the newly built school opened in September of 1969. Mrs. Kanarian was the DLB Librarian until she retired in June of 1980. Mrs. Kanarian’s longevity of life is a blessing for our community, which benefits from her knowledge, creativity and experience which she brings to all. Mrs. Kanarian, you are wished many more healthy and happy birthdays. ATM – Article 3 (Continued – Second Session 5-28-2019) - Fiscal Year 2020 Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District Budget and Assessment – We had not voted on Dr. Arrigo’s amendment for an additional $558,797 from the Town’s Stabilization Account (where we left off at the 5/13/2019 adjourned ATM). The Moderator’s 5/13/19 decision to allow the amendment was appealed and Town Meeting voted to overturn the Moderator’s decision resulting in the original motion being moved forward. The original motion that was read is: “BE IT MOVED: That the Town accept the Report of the Finance Committee for the FY2020 Budget and appropriate, from taxation, the sum of $18,970,859

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ATM – Article 7 – Amendment to General Bylaws-Chapter A; Article 1; Sec. 2 – This article changed the Town’s Monday Town Meetings and Elections to Tuesdays, which aligns with the State and Federal Election schedule. This was prompted due to low voter turnout on Mondays as people think elections are on Tuesdays. Article 7 was approved by majority voice vote at 8:30 p.m. ATM – Article 8 – Amendment to Chapter E Zoning Bylaw Article 2.0 – There was a discussion and amendment to reduce the 10,000-gallon figure as printed in the warrant to 5,000; however, the amendment failed and Article 8 was approved by majority vote at 8:40 p.m., as printed in the warrant ATM – Article 9 – Amendment to Chapter E Zoning Bylaw Article 4.0 - Chairman of the Planning Board, Chris Cooper, notified the assembly that the Planning Board’s recommendation on this article is for approval. The town voted unanimously to approve at 8:42 p.m. ATM – Article 10 – Chapter “O” – Stretch Energy Code – Dr. Carolyn Panofsky gave an overview of the Green Energy Committee’s interest in adding the Building Stretch Code to our current Bylaws. There being no discussion after Dr. Panofsky’s presentation, the Moderator called for a majority voice vote, which was approved at 8:46 p.m. ATM – Article 11 – Street Acceptances – With some minor edits to the Assessor’s Map numbers for Linden Lane (from Map 19 to Maps 21, 22, 27), Willow Way (from Map 19 to Maps 21 & 22) and Primrose Lane (from Map 19 to Maps 21 & 22) the article was voted unanimously to approve at 8:56 p.m. ATM – Article 12 – Amendment to General Bylaws – Chapter J; Article II – Several changes were offered in the form of an amendment to the printed warrant Article 12 on town meeting floor by Selectman, Dave Perry. Mr. Perry renamed Article II – Utility Installer Licensing. In Section 1 he added “obtaining a Utility Installer License issued yearly by the Board of Selectmen” after the end of the second sentence; took out the words “obtaining a” and replaced with the following new sentence “A Street Opening Permit issued by the Highway Superintendent is required for each occurrence. Also removed, from the previous sentence, “to do so from the Board of Selectmen”. Last sentence in that section ends after the word “application”, thus removing “within a reasonable time after completion, utilities fully shall restore streets to the same condition that the streets were in prior to being opened. Sections 2 and 3 were deleted and section 4 was renumbered Section 2. Board of Selectmen in the new Section 2 was replaced by Highway Superintendent in two places and the section concludes after “liability coverage subject to statuary limits”, removing the last sentence and removing Section 5 in its entirety. The edits were approved and Article 12 was unanimously approved at 9:02 p.m. ATM – Article 13 – Authorize Revolving Accounts - Unanimously approved at 9:04 p.m. ATM – Article 14 – Acceptance of Board of Health Transfer Station Financial Report Unanimously approved at 9:06 p.m. ATM – Article 15 – Board of Health Transfer Station Offset Receipts - Unanimously approved at 9:07 p.m. ATM – Article 16 – Acceptance of Reports – Scott Meagher, Chief of Rehoboth Ambulance gave the Ambulance report and received a standing ovation upon completion of his report. The Ambulance report was unanimously approved at 9:12 p.m.; Whitney Pape, Blanding Library Librarian gave the Blanding Library Report, which was unanimously approved at 9:18 p.m. No one was available to read the Housing Authority Report. The Moderator asked that the Rehoboth Housing Authority file their report with the Town Clerk as soon as possible. ATM – Article 17 – Transact Other Business as May Legally Come Before Said Meeting -The Moderator took time to Congratulate “future parents” Anna and Mike Deignan who are awaiting the arrival of their beautiful baby girl anytime now. The Moderator also read the following announcements: • Update from the Rehoboth 375th Committee – After a successful 375th Golf Tournament on May 18th, the final balance to refund the Town of Rehoboth for their $50,000 loan is $2,981.00. That balance due will be paid to the Town of Rehoboth after the 2nd Annual Taste of Rehoboth event concludes, which is scheduled for Tuesday, June 4th . • 2nd Annual Taste of Rehoboth will be held on Tuesday, June 4th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Francis Farm. Tickets are available for purchase until May 29th at a cost of $20 per ticket and after May 29th the tickets will be $25 each. • Free workshop on “Stop the Bleed Training” – Monday, June 17, 2019 at the Rehoboth Fire Station #3 – 104 Pleasant Street from 6:00-8:30 p.m. To register or for any questions, please contact Jaime Conlon, RN Town of Rehoboth Public Health Nurse at jconlon@town.rehoboth.ma.us or 508-252-5947 X-3127. • Be a Census Taker – Apply online at www.2020census.gov/jobs . The 2020 Census jobs provide – Great Pay – Flexible Hours – Weekly Pay and Paid Training. There being no further business, the Moderator requested a majority voice vote to dissolve, which received unanimous approval. The May 2019 Annual Town Meeting dissolved at 9:22 p.m. The Moderator and I would like to thank Boy Scout Troop 13 for collecting canned goods and cash donations for the Rehoboth Food Pantry during town meeting and for leading the 5-13-19 town The meetingModerator session in the Pledge In addition, we thankBoy the 471-voters came 13 andof IAllegiance. would like to thank Scoutwho Troop out to the May 13, 2019 Special and Annual Town Meetings and the 699 voters who came out for for collecting canned goods and cash donations for the Rehoboth the second session of Town Meeting on May 28, 2019 (thank you all!). I would personally like to Food during leading 5-13-19 thank allPantry those individuals whotown helpedmeeting Mr. Cute andand I put for together and run the our town meetings.town First of all, thank you Lynnin Shaker, Town for preparingIn theaddition, voter lists, andwe supply meeting session the Assistant Pledge of Clerk, Allegiance. thank bags/materials for town meeting. Thanks go out to Derek Rousseau and Richard Barrett for setting the 471-voters who out along to the May 13, 2019 Special up, filming, and streaming “live”came Town Meeting with promoting the town meeting sessions and on Rehobothtv.org the bulletin board on our local cablevoters channel 9.who Thank came you to ourout dedicated Annual TownandMeetings and the 699 for the election workers and constables for working town meeting. Thank you also to our dedicated, second session of Town Meeting on May 28, 2019 (thank you all!). helpful, tellers: Cheryl Gouveia, Linda Greaves, Nancy Muri, Wendy Cute, Jennifer Rousseau, Iand would personally likeThanks to thank all those helped Susan Taylor. – thank you all. Cheryl, Nancy, Jenn, andindividuals Frank for helpingwho break down the Town Meeting materials, were done inand record run time! our Thank town you to themeetings. high school custodial Mr. Cute and I putwetogether First of staff for setting up and taking down all the tables/seating sections/meeting areas, etc. in the all, thank Lynn Shaker, Town Clerk, for auditorium andyou foyer of the high school also.Assistant Thank you, Pat Duczkowski, from thepreparing High School’s the IT Department, for helping us get bags/materials the new voter check-in for PollPads set up on the school’s secure go voter lists, and supply town meeting. Thanks wifi network. Finally, a huge thank you to my daughter Jenn and husband Gerry for always being out to Derek Rousseau and Richard Barrett for setting up, filming, there, at every town meeting session, to help with set up and take down. 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June 2019 The Reporter and constables for working town meeting. Thank you also to our dedicated, helpful, tellers: Cheryl Gouveia, Linda Greaves, Nancy Muri, Wendy Cute, Jennifer Rousseau, and Susan Taylor. – thank you all. Thanks Cheryl, Nancy, Jenn, and Frank for helping break down the Town Meeting materials, we were done in record time! Thank you to the high school custodial staff for setting up and taking down all the tables/seating sections/meeting areas, etc. in the auditorium and foyer of the high school also. Thank you, Pat Duczkowski, from the High School’s IT Department, for helping us get the new voter check-in PollPads set up on the school’s secure wifi network. Finally, a huge thank you to my daughter Jenn and husband Gerry for always being there, at every town meeting session, to help with set up and take down. Without the help of every individual mentioned, town meeting would not be able to take place as efficiently as it does. Thank you all for your continued support.

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All dog licenses were due and payable by April 1st. After a 60-day grace period, delinquent dog owners will be assessed a $15.00 late fee, per dog, for any licenses that have not been

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Just a reminder . . . to keep up to date on all the election and town meeting changes, please register online to receive reminders of upcoming Town events. All residents, who subscribed to News & Alerts on the town website, know what is going on in Rehoboth . . . So, Please Don’t Be Left Out . . . Please Sign Up for “Subscribe to News & Alerts” on the town website. Here are the step-by-step directions: Step 1: Go to our Town Website @ www.town.rehoboth.ma.us & Click on “Subscribe to News” in the “Citizen Action Center (left side of home page). Step 2: Enter your e-mail address – confirm e-mail address & choose alerts and/or documents you would like to receive via e-mail. Step 3: Enter the “Re-Capta” code and click on the “Subscribe Me” on the bottom of the page. You will receive notification of upcoming news, events, meetings, elections, and alerts based on what you select to receive. If you would like to view the step by step visual directions for subscribing to the website’s News and Urgent Alerts, please go to: http://www.town.rehoboth.ma.us/town-clerk/pages/subscribenews-step-step-directions

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The 2019 Census Population has been Set

As of April 17, 2019 the new 2019 population figure is set at 12,745. Our population has consistently been over the 12,000 figure over the past ten years (2010=12,237; 2011=12,017; 2012=12,076; 2013=12,060; 2014=12,175; 2015=12,008; 2016=12,219; 2017=12,568 2018=12,664 and now 2019=12,745). Thank you to all the residents who returned their census forms, thank you Lynn and Registrars (Helene, Jenn, and Kathy) for helping me process and file the census forms and for the numerous phone calls made to encourage residents to return their census forms.

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As of June 1st, if you have not responded to the 2019 census your voter status will be changed to inactive, as per State mandate. We are required to mail voter inactivation cards to each non-respondent, which have already been sent out. Unless you return the voter inactivation card with confirmation that you still live in the Town of Rehoboth you will be placed on the voter inactive list. Individuals who are on the Inactive List (those who have not completed the annual town census or returned the acknowledgment card) will need to provide proof of continuous residency before being allowed to vote in any state or town election and/or town meeting. We still have 287 households that have not responded to our town census. The number of Non-Respondents in Precinct I are 100, Precinct II – 93 and Precinct III – 94.

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Business Certificates

Business owners are reminded that the application fee for a business certificate and/or business certificate renewal is $50.00 and that your certificate is valid for four years. New business owners must first go to Building Inspector/Zoning Officer, to complete a sign off sheet and then to the Town Clerk’s Office, as your final step, to be issued a Business Certificate. For more information, please go to the Town Clerk’s website and choose Business Certificates: http://www.town.rehoboth.ma.us/town-clerk/pages/businesscertificates

Thank You and Congratulations

I wanted to let you know that several wonderful Rehoboth Residents were awarded the honor of several 2019 Rehoboth Lions “Citizen’s Recognition Awards” on Wednesday, May 8th at the Venus deMilo. The Award Winners are: • Bernie DeRoche – Joseph DeRoche-Outstanding Service Award • Caroline Enos and Andrew Gagnon – Outstanding Youth Award • Carol Chencus – Public Servant Award • Educator of the Year – Christina Mitnik • The Randall P. Silveira – Public Safety Award – Daniel Noons (Rehoboth Fire) • Senior Citizen of the Year Award – Stephen Silva, Sr. • Community Service Award – Connie Wenzel Jordan • Good Neighbor Award – Sara & William Vigneau, Jr. and Glen Hurrell Wow, do we have an amazing town with so many dedicated individuals. The Rehoboth Lion’s 18th Annual Recognition Night is such a wonderful way to honor those who go above and beyond for our Great Town. Thank you, Russ Latham and the members of the Rehoboth Lions, for recognizing these wonderful individuals. To all residents, please be thinking of who you could nominate for the 19th Annual Citizen’s Recognition Awards next year. Applications will be available late March, early April 2020.

Town Clerk – Out for Second Knee Replacement Surgery

After delaying my total knee replacement surgery for two years, scheduling my surgery around elections and town meetings and after the successful and wonderful experience I had with my first knee replacement surgery in December (Thanks to Dr. Joe Lifrak, Joan Wildenhain, NP of Southcoast Orthopedic Surgery along with Chris Titcom, of Personal Best Physical Therapy; all three who reside in our wonderful Town of Rehoboth!!) I’m getting my second knee replaced in early June. I will be out of the office until the middle of July but will be working from home if you need me. Just send me an e-mail and I will get back to you as soon as I am able. I wish you all a safe and wonderful summer and 4th of July!!!

In Closing

In closing, during the month of June, Lynn and I wish all the Fathers a Happy Father’s Day. Please remember to fly your American Flag on June 14th in honor of Flag Day, and as Summer begins on June 21st, we wish you all a happy, healthy, safe, and memorable Summer ! Sincerely, Laura

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Thank you does not seem to capture the appreciation from the Rehoboth Food Pantry. We are so grateful for the continuing caring, support, and generosity from this town and our neighbors. The recent Food Drives from the St. Vincent DePaul of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and The Rehoboth Boy Scout Troop 13 have generously stocked our shelves. The Scout parents who stayed to help our volunteers sort food after bringing food was a wonderful surprise. Many people continue to donate food by using the many drop off locations in town. We appreciate Land-Tek, Edward Jones Investments, Blanding Library, The Senior Center, Harvest Market, and Munroe Grain for supporting us by being Food Pantry drop off locations. The generosity through cash donations as well as the many, many hours volunteers give to sort food and stock shelves on Wednesday mornings, working on Thursday afternoons when the pantry is open, picking up food at drop off sites, and donations from Hannaford and Stop and Shop on Highland Ave. in Seekonk, is remarkable. We received beautiful Birthday Bags from Girl Scout Troop 694, and the American Heritage Girls. Everyone loved them! Many boxes of Girl Scout cookies were donated much to the delight of our patrons. We are so blessed to be part of this wonderful community. We could not continue to help others without your gracious support. Thank You!!! As a reminder, the Rehoboth Food Pantry is located at 51 Winthrop Street in Rehoboth, MA. Every Thursday, between 2:30 and 4:30, the pantry opens its doors (located in the rear of the building) to help provide food, fuel, and other necessities to town residents. Once again, please consider donating to the Rehoboth Food Pantry and help keep everyone fed and with fuel. Call 508-493-1922 to learn about volunteering or donations; or mail your donation payable to Rehoboth Food Pantry to: Rehoboth Food Pantry, 51 Winthrop Street, Unit 2, Rehoboth, MA 02769. You can also follow us on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/RehobothFoodPantry/ Rehoboth Food Pantry, Inc. is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with public charity status or a 501 (c) (3) organization. Your cash contributions are deductible. Also deductible are devices, bequests, and transfers.

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REMA/Rescue is looking for town residents that are willing to volunteer in our department. Volunteers are needed in the following fields including but not limited to: shelter operations, water related emergencies, dive squad, large animal rescue, communication, media skills, and other skills in the event of an emergency, natural or manmade. Benefits to volunteering include educational opportunities for training in emergency operations. These are funded by REMA/Rescue to enhance the volunteer’s skills and confidence as an asset to the community. Anyone interested please contact through our website: rehobothema.org or call: 508-951-8811 or email the director William Maiorano at Director@rehobothema.org.

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Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Litter Cleanup

Rehoboth - The Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Town-Wide Roadside Cleanup was a fantastic success! An event organized by the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Committee, the cleanup ran from April 22nd to April 28th. Over 250 volunteers from across town worked to keep our roadsides clean! Individuals, neighborhoods, and local groups such as the Rehoboth Land Trust, Troop 13 Boy Scouts, Beckwith Community Service Group, Daisy Troop 694, and the Rehoboth Lions Club pitched in to pick up litter. Throughout the week of the event the Rehoboth Highway Department collected the full trash bags left at the side of the road by participants. By the end of the week, the Rehoboth Highway Department had brought 10 dump truck loads to the landfill, contributing greatly to the success of the event. Free trash bags were provided by Land-Tek Maintenance and distributed at the following locations: Rehoboth Town Offices, Chartley Country Store, Manny & Sons Auto Repair & Tire Center, J&J Materials, Rehoboth Highway Department, Rehoboth Senior Center, Century 21 Real Estate, Blanding Public Library, Munroe Feed & Supply, Land-Tek Maintenance, and Waste Tech Disposal Services. Safety orange t-shirts were provided to participants to ensure visibility on the road with the generous help of donations from the following local businesses: RE/ MAX Integrity, Waste Tech Disposal, B&R Fournier, Flynn Pest Control, Ernie Boren/Century 21 Real Estate, Manny & Sons Auto Repair, Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center, Cristallo Spa, Journey’s Haven Riding School, Confectionary Designs, The Grapevine, Anawan Pharmacy, Abbott Animal Hospital, Quarry Brothers, Chartley Country Store, Rehoboth Wine & Spirits, Munroe Feed & Supply, J&J Materials, Vino’s Family Cafe, Hillside Country Club, and Troop 13 Boy Scouts Personal Best Physical (Photo Credit: Kevin Hebert) Therapy.

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There is a new cat at the Rehoboth Animal Shelter looking for just the right person. Friskie is a sweet female, very clean, with soft tabby fur. She enjoys petting but is not fond of being picked up. Friskie arrived with some balance problems and the reason for this is still being determined. She has improved a lot, but is still a little wobbly. Friskie has no trouble eating or using the litter box, but she should remain an indoor cat. For more information, please call 508-252-5421, ext. 126 or e-mail a.ruscetta@comcast.net. See our pet list on petfinder.com.

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Spring arrived and with it our annual Spring Town Meeting that addresses the town budget and other warrant articles that have financial implications. I would like to thank all the people who came out to support our Town Meeting, it was a late one finishing up several minutes before midnight. We had a total of 266 registered voters check in. Florice Craig Precinct 1- 52, Precinct 2- 93, Precinct 3- 68 and Precinct 4 – 53. I would also like to thank the people behind the scenes who make everything run smoothly. Christina Testa and Kristen L’Heureux, Town Administrator’s Office, the entire staff at TV9 for setting up the lights, cameras, sound system and recording it for the folks at home. The Police Department, DPW workers and School Custodians. Thanks to the Registrars and Poll Workers who are always ready and willing to help with the microphones and checking everyone in. The entire minutes for this meeting can be found on the Town web-site under the Town Clerk’s page.

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May 13, 2019 Seekonk held its Spring Town Meeting and as you know it is was an important meeting as it dealt with our town budget. Below is an outlined report of the meeting and votes. Town Clerk called the meeting to order with a quorum of 75 registered voters at 7:03PM A motion was made to allow the Town Moderator to declare a 2/3 vote on articles requiring that vote. Passing unanimously. A motion was made to allow non-residents to speak at the meeting. Passing unanimously. A motion was made to allow the Town Moderator to proceed with all articles, even those that affect him personally. Passing unanimously. Article 1 - To receive Town Officers or Committees reports. Passed unanimously. Article 2- Part I - Fiscal Year 2020 Budget. Town Administrator presented the $58,924,512 budget. Town Moderator went line by line asking for questions/comments/discussion. Passed unanimously. Part II Town to appropriate $1,275,134 to defray charges and expenses of operating the Sanitation Enterprise Fund for fiscal year 2020. Passed unanimously. Article 3- Town to amend section 3.2 of the Zoning Bylaws and Zoning Map changing zoning designation of property 102 Burnside from an R-4 Zone to a R-2 –Zone. Passed with a majority 2/3 vote. Article 4- Town to transfer from Free Cash the sum of $285,000.00 for all services relative to the Pond St. Bridge. Passed unanimously. Article 5- Salary and compensation for elected officials. Passed unanimously. Article 6 –Town to transfer the sum of $200,000.00 from Free Cash to the Municipal Capital Stabilization Fund. Passed unanimously. Article 7- Authorize transfer of money from Dog license receipts to Animal Control Dept. Passed unanimously. Article 8- Town to authorize the BOS to enter into a lease purchase agreement in accordance with the Provisions of G.L.c44, 21C for a period in excess of three years for the purchase and equipping a new EMS Vehicle/Ambulance, and appropriate $79,000.00 from Ambulance Receipts Reserve Fund for first year payment. Passed with a 2/3/ majority vote.

June 2019 The Reporter Article 9- Town to transfer from Municipal Capital Stabilization Fund the sums set forth in the warrant under article 7 for purposes specified, to authorize appropriate Town officials to enter into lease purchase agreements or other contracts for more than three years for such purposes. Motion passed with a 2/3 majority vote. The following sums to be expended as follows: • Year Five (5) of a seven (7) year lease/purchase of an aerial fire apparatus for the Fire Department to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $106,852.00 • Year Four (4) of seven (7) year lease/purchase of a Fire Engine to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $80,713.47 • Year Two (2) of a seven (7) year lease/purchase for a Fire Engine to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $87,745.10 • Purchase and equip an administrative vehicle for the Fire Department to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $45,000.00 • Funding of Phase III of the Seekonk Public Library project, to be expended under the Direction of The Library Board of Trustees $35,000.00 • Purchase and equipping a wood chipper for use by the Dept. of Public Works, to be expended under the control of the Board of Selectmen. $70,000.00 • Purchase and equipping a finish mower for use by the Department of Public Works, to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $20,000.00 • Purchase and equipping of a heavy-duty truck and sander for use by the Dept. of Public Works to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $180,000.00 • Purchase and equipping of a maintenance van by the Dept. of Public Works to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $42,000.00 • Purchase and equipping of a heavy-duty pickup with plow for use by the Dept. of Public Works to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $45,000.00 • Purchase and installation of lighting, rigging and for Seekonk HS stage to be expended under the direction of the School Committee. $138,761.00 • Purchase and installation of stage curtains at the Aitken, Martin and Hurley Middle schools to be expended under the direction of the School committee. $55,045.00 • Purchase and installation of lighting and electrical improvements in the TV Studio at the Seekonk HS to be expended under the direction of the School Committee. $83,682.00 • Purchase and provided training of new voting machines for local, state and federal elections for use by the Town Clerk to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen $26,500.00 • Purchase and equipping of a pickup truck with tow and snow plowing capabilities for use by the Conservation Commission and Recreation Dept. to be expended under the direction of the Board of Selectmen. $40,000.00 • Passed with a majority 2/3 vote. Article 10- Transfer from Free Cash a sum of $34,000 to fund the cost items for first and second years of collective bargaining agreement between the Town and the Seekonk Public Library Employee Association. Passed with a majority vote. Article 11 – Appropriate from the Community Preservation Fund 2020 estimated annual revenues the sum of $22,100 for administrative expenses of the CPC for FY ending in 6/30/20. Reserve future appropriation, each item a separate reserve: Historic Resources Reserve $ 44,200 - Community Housing Reserve $44,200. Open Space Reserve $44,200. FY 2020 Budgeted Reserve $287,300. Passed unanimously. Article 12 - Authorize the Board of Selectmen to dispose of surplus property or material, exclusive of buildings and land but including compost no longer needed by Town. Passed unanimously.

Article 13 – Authorize the Treasurer with approval of BOS to borrow in anticipation of revenue for the FY beginning 7/1/19 in accordance with provision of GL, Ch44 Sec 4, and to renew any notes in accordance with the provision of GL, Ch44 Sec. 17. Passed with a unanimous vote. Article 14– Transfer money from Free Cash to FY 2019 Town Operating Budget line item #68 (snow & ice payroll) to FY 2019 Town Meeting Operating budget line item #69 (snow & ice expense).Passed with a unanimous vote. Article 15– The Town to vote to accept the Provisions of G.L. c64N, sec 3 to impose an excise of three (3) percent on retail sales of marijuana for adult use. Passed with a majority vote. Article 16 – Town to enact the Seekonk Single Use Plastic Bag Ban Bylaw as presented in the Seekonk Town meeting Warrant, Article 16. Passed with a majority 2/3 vote. Article 17- Transfer the sum of $73,247.82 from Ambulance Receipts account for the lease payment for the last year of a four (4 ) year lease purchase of an ambulance/EMS vehicle for the Fire dept. Passed unanimously. Article 18 - 18-1 –1 Town voted to amend the Zoning Bylaws Section 2.8 Site Plan. Passed with a 2/3 majority vote. 18-2 Town voted to amend the Zoning Bylaws section 3.2 Zoning Map. Failed to pass a 2/3 majority vote. 18-3 Town voted to amend the Zoning Bylaws section 4.2 Use Table. Passed with a 2/3 majority 18-4 Town voted to amend Zoning Bylaws Section 4.3 Sec. 4.3.2 Nonconforming Use and Structures. Passed with a majority vote. 18-5 Town voted to amend the Zoning Bylaws Section 5.1.4 Dimensional Regulations Table. Passed with a 2/3 majority. Continued next page...

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Article 19 –Town to appropriate from Free Cash the sum of $95,000 for a feasibility study for the construction of a new DPW facility. Passed with a majority vote. Article 20- Town to vote to transfer from Free Cash the sum of $300,000 for design, purchase, equipping, furnishing and installation of a playground to be located on the Town Hall campus, 100 Peck St. Motion to indefinitely postpone Article 20. Passed with a majority vote. Article 21- Town to amend the Zoning Bylaws and Zoning Map as it pertains to the “front” portion of the property located at 800 Fall River Ave. (commonly known as the “Showcase Cinemas’ property). A motion was made to reject the Warrant Article 21 in its entirety. Motion to vote “yes” to reject Warrant Article 21 in its entirety. Passed with a unanimous vote. Article 22- Town to appropriate the sum of $10,500,000 to design, renovate, construct and furnish the Mildred Aitken Elementary School Expansion project,, including site preparation, demolition, and any incidental or related costs, which amount shall supplement the 1,000,000 borrowing approved by the November 19, 2018 Town Meeting under Article 11; that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer with the approval of the Board of Selectmen is authorized to borrow such amount under G.L. c.44, Section 7(1) or any other enabling authority and to issue bonds and notes of the Town therefor; and that any “premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with G.L. c. 44, §20, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; and that the Board of Selectmen is authorized to take any

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other action necessary to carry out this project; provided, however, that this vote shall be expressly contingent upon approval by the voters at an election of a ballot question, in accordance with G.L. c.59, §21C(k), to exempt from provisions of Proposition 2 1/2, so called, the amounts necessary to pay the principal and interest on any debt authorized by this vote. Passed with a 2/3 majority vote. (This article will to a Town wide ballot vote) Article 23- Town vote to appropriate the sum of $ 1,750,000 to design, renovate or reconstruct and furnish the Mildred Aitken Elementary School with air conditioning in the existing building, including all incidental and related costs; that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow such amount under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 7(1) or any other enabling authority and issue bonds and notes of the Town therefor; and that any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with G.L. c.44, §20, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; and that the Board of Selectmen is authorized to take any other action necessary to carry out this project; provided, however, that the vote taken hereunder shall be expressly contingent upon approval by the voters of the Town at an election of a ballot question, consistent with the provisions of G.L. c.59, §21C(k), to exempt from provisions of Proposition 2 1/2, so called, the amounts necessary to pay the principal and interest on the debt authorized hereunder. Passed with a 2/3 majority vote. (This article will go to a Town wide ballot vote) Motion was made to dissolve meeting at 11:57PM. Passed unanimously.

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There will be a special election held June 10, 2019 because of the passing of Articles 22 and 23. The Questions on the Ballot will read: Question 1: Shall the Town be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bond issued in order to design, renovate, construct and furnish the Mildred Aitken Elementary School Expansion project, including site preparation, demolition and any other incidental or related costs? Yes or No Question 2: Shall the Town be allowed to exempt from provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, to design, renovate or reconstruct and furnish the Mildred Aitken Elementary School with air conditioning in the existing building, including any incidental or related costs? Yes or No I hope everyone comes out to vote on June 10th. As of June 1st Dog License renewals are past due. There will be a $20.00 late fee per dog imposed on license renewals. The license fees are $10.00 for spayed or neutered dogs. $20.00 for un-spayed or un-neutered dogs. If you are late renewing please remember to add $20.00 per dog to the above fees. We are still updating census data and will be sending out post cards to residents who did not remember to answer the census this winter. If you receive this post card PLEASE mail it back so we can update your census information. Failure to respond to census mailings for two consecutive years will result in the removal from the active voting list and may result in removal from the voter registration rolls per MGL Ch. 51 4c. Have a wonderful June and remember the Town Clerk’s office welcomes inquiries from all citizens seeking assistance, or information in relation to services provided by the Town of Seekonk.

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Letter Carrier Food Drive is a Tremendous Boost for Doorways

Seekonk Letter Carriers and volunteers from Doorways Food Pantry pose with some of the tons of food donated by postal patrons during the food drive on May 11. Doorways food pantry would like to thank all the Letter Carriers for the hard work in collecting and delivering the food donated in their recent Letter Carriers Food Drive. The food drive was an astounding success – we estimate that over 15,000 pounds of food was collected for Doorways! That donated food will feed a lot of people for a lot of weeks! This was a lot of extra work for the letter carriers; collecting the food slowed down their routes and filled up their trucks, but they participated wholeheartedly and in great good humor. In addition, Doorways would also like to thank the postal patrons for their enormous generosity – we are humbled by your support. More than sixty local families rely on Doorways on a regular basis, and Doorways, in turn, relies on people like the letter carriers and their customers. Finally, the sheer volume of donations was so great that Doorways volunteers were overwhelmed in trying to sort it all, and so we had to call for help – and the scouts and parents of Boy Scout Troop 1 came through with a surge of last minute volunteers to help sort and stack the donations. We are grateful to them and to the community at large that sustains this food pantry. Owen Hodge, age 6, helps sort through food donations during the Letter Carriers food drive. Owen was there with his memere and papi for several hours and was a big help- thanks Owen!

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Stop & Shop Customers are Generous to Doorways

One week in April, the Newman Avenue Stop & Shop sponsored a food donation drive for the Doorways Food Pantry here in Seekonk. As customers were checking out, the cashier would ask if they wanted to “buy a can of beans for Doorways” – in less than a week, they had generated over 3,000 cans of beans donated to the food pantry. Having raised enough beans, Stop & Shop cashiers then asked their shoppers to donate a box of pasta, generating over 500 boxes of pasta in 48 hours. The support we receive from the residents of this community is nothing short of incredible! We also want to express our appreciation to Stop & Shop Corporation for taking such a leading role in combatting the problem of food uncertainty in our community. Their sponsorship, and their employees’ enthusiastic support, coupled with their customers’ openhanded giving, are making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors. More than sixty local families rely on Doorways every week, and Doorways, in turn, relies on people like you. On behalf of the Board of Directors, the volunteers, and especially the clients of Doorways, we want to say “Thank you”.

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Seekonk, MA to Receive New and Improved Animal Shelter

Rendering by Brewster Thornton Group Architects (BTGA) of the new animal shelter Last fall, the Town of Seekonk approved the design and construction of a new 2,500 square foot animal shelter at 100 Peck Street, which will be adjacent to the current shelter and Town Hall. The new animal shelter also received $300,000 for the project from Save-a-Pet. The existing shelter, which was undersized and well past its useful life, cares for over 400 animals every year. The new shelter will provide Seekonk Animal Control with modern facilities now and into the future. Brewster Thornton Group Architects worked closely with Animal Control and the Seekonk Save-A-Pet Society to create a shelter that provides animals with outstanding care and comfort as they wait for their forever homes. The Town of Seekonk has teamed up with BTGA, Coletta Contracting Company, Inc., Odeh Engineers, Creative Environment Corp., and DiPrete Engineering to design and construct the new building. The site will utilize an existing driveway along with tying in utilities to different locations on the site and along Peck Street. A new parking area is being developed along with sidewalks and other hardscape around the new building. “We’re happy to work on a project that will help the Seekonk Animal Shelter,” said Jason Clough, Senior Project Engineer/Project Manager at DiPrete Engineering. “The organization deserves a good home for the animals and an improved work environment so they can continue to fulfill its mission.” Construction is scheduled to be completed in early 2020.

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Walking Band Tour of the Ten Mile River Watershed

This year, the MWT partners with Marjorie Turner Hollman author of Easy Walks In Massachusetts, to visit 10 towns along the Ten Mile River Watershed for our 10th Anniversary. Daily public hikes will highlight areas in her most recent edition. Since 2010, local songwriters Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards have organized a string of free community concerts each June to showcase artists and musicians across their home state of Massachusetts - this tour is traveled completely on foot, each musician carrying roughly 50lbs. of gear and instruments. Mandeville and Richards spend much of the year arranging appropriate community venues for each concert (i.e. public libraries, town commons, meeting halls, senior centers) and inviting local performers from each town to participate in the two hour programs. The folk coffeehouse style concerts offer a respectful listening environment for artists young and old, concluding with a feature set of music by the Massachusetts Walking Tour ensemble. The concerts are funded in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, private donors and cooperating venues. In addition to the concerts, the MWT also organizes daily public hikes to help raise awareness of recreational properties statewide working together with larger organizations like the National Park Service, Appalachian Mountain Club, DCR, the Trustees, and local trails volunteers. In 2017, the MWT was recognized in the congressional record by Sen. Edward Markey for a dedication towards community service.

Thank You to Seekonk Spring Litter Patrol

I would like to thank over 100 participants of the 2019 Seekonk Spring Litter Patrol for their service in honor of Earth Day in Seekonk. This year the event was held on Saturday, April 27th. Groups, including Scouts, students and families, helped to keep Seekonk a clean and beautiful town in which to reside. Thanks again, Bill Kirchmann Recycling Coordinator Seekonk, MA

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Spotlight on Summer Camps Camp is Still the Best Way to Fill Summer Vacation! By Ae Jee Booth

If you don’t want your kids staying home and inside, gradually becoming unsocial hermits, send them to summer camp! There are all sorts of camps, and you can choose one that fits your child the best. Besides age ranges, there’s also a wide variety of focuses of camps, from sports and arts, to faith-based and Scouts. Sports camps that keep your children physically active are easy to find. Some are more casual, others are more intense. Arts camps can be a great creative outlet for others. Arts can include crafts, fashion, film, architecture design, dance, acting, and singing. Summer camps are a great way to keep your child active and exercise, and they’re also a great place to make friends. As a kid, it can be stressful when you don’t know anyone else. Counselors are trained to counter this with fun ice breakers that’ll give kids common goals to work toward, while also learning about their new camp mates. I’ve played some fun games with people I’ve never met before. We’ve stood on a canvas and flipped it without touching the ground; we’ve run through jump ropes in certain pair combinations, and so much more. I still talk to some of my camp mates today! Overnight camps are great for all ages, but you should make sure your child is ready for separation. Typically, it’s a week- long away! However, overnight camps are great at accommodating homesickness. Often, they’ll let the child call home, and be supportive to them. Counselors are informed about any issues campers Youth Summer Camp are having and keep an eye on them 24/7. Going to camp encompasses living and sleeping somewhere Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced new. Sometimes, people don’t know what to bring. Most camps have lists of things you need, so it’s a good idea to be prepared with Classes for Children or Adults everything on the list – they don’t make the list for nothing! If you’re Sail on Herreshoff 12½ living in a multi person cabin blankets are great, mattress pads, and definitely don’t forget a pillow. Another necessity is definitely a Private Lessons & Rentals small fan. Trust me, from personal experience, fans are nice. Bug spray. Bug spray bug spray bug spray. And bug spray. Some places have these bug wipes, similar to a cleaning wipe. That way, kids aren’t spraying chemicals into their friend’s face. Sunblock is also herreshoff.org/programs • 401-253-5000 • Burnside St, Bristol a necessity. In almost any camp if you’re outside, even for recess, the sun can burn unprotected skin. If it’s sunny out, your kids are not going to want to wear long sleeves and long pants, so sun screen is a must. It’s not all about bug spray and sunblock…. below is a general list of items that you will find on any camp lists. You may not • June 24 – August 16 use everything, but it’s good for your child • Convenient, safe, affordable to have them handy. • Professional, caring staff • Hydrate or die-drate! Lots of water as a • 50+ years of creating lifelong memories! general rule. Big waters though, nothing less than 12 ounces. And don’t get the super heavy one, so it doesn’t sit out in the sun • Rain pants...? Never used ‘em but they’re a super nice idea • Good backpack – an old school bag is perfect, don’t bring a small bag for sure. • A change of clothes is always a good idea – there’s no telling what your child will get all over himself! • Going overnight? Keep electronics at home!!!!!!!! Seriously, you’ll thank me later. It may seem IMPOSSIBLE for you or your child to unplug from each other Call 401.722.8840 or visit www.bgcpawt.org to learn more! and society, but you’ll both survive. Use code RRCG when registering and be entered to win one of five free sessions at Camp Ramsbottom (entry deadline 7/1/19).

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Spotlight on Summer Camps The first time I had to give up my phone completely, it wasn’t as hard as we thought. My parents even brought my phone when they picked me up! And if your child is concerned about her streaks, one, she might have a problem, two, she can get someone to do them easily. • If you want photos, either counselors will take photos, or you can go “old school”: send a disposable camera and print the pictures later! In this technological age, where our kids seem to be constantly on screens and devices, socializing through video games, summer camp is a great way to unplug them, build social and life skills, and try out and experience new things. Choose the camp based on your child’s interests, pack him up and send him on his way!

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This year we are extending our day to include a full day of themed activities. The Summer Program runs for two weeks Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. As we transition to full day the option to take half day sessions will still be there. The half day sessions will be from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. We are also providing a new option for parents “BEFORE AND AFTER CARE”, to alleviate time constraints for the working families!! There will be an hour before camp starting at 8:00 – 9:00 am and 2 1/2 hours after camp running from 3:00 – 5:30 pm. We are continuing to offer your children affordable, fun, and enriching programs in a safe environment taught by high-quality adult instructors. The High School location provides us with opportunities for new classes and to continue old ones as well. These new classes include Make It + Take It Science, Create and Play, and Outdoor Adventures. We are keeping a handful of classes that were new last year like Fishing is The Reel Deal, Games and Tag for the Little Ones, Hip Hop, Jazz, Jewelry Advanced and more! There will be the old favorites that fill up quickly, such as Out of the Box Painting, Farm Friends, P.E. Challenge, and Kitchen Kids. The Campers have an opportunity to utilize the Pool with Seekonk Swim Lessons. Three great shows are scheduled for Camp. On July 9th, Magician Eric Burke presents a fun, upbeat show and the audience gets a chance to interact with his illusions up close and personal. On July 11th, Brett Outchunis brings “The Ooch Experience”. A show that combines three of Ooch’s favorite activities - yo-yo tricks, cool music and sweet dance moves! On July 16th, Bryson Lang, a professional Juggler is truly in a league of his own, everyone from school kids to senior citizens enjoys Bryson Lang’s interactive, family-friendly Comedy-Juggling show. You will definitely see things you’ve never seen before and you’ll be laughing along the way. We also have exciting events that will be sure to please, such as: The Seekonk Police Department and Fire Department will be visiting and educating our campers as well!! A Family invited Field Day Full of Fun to finish the camp off! Save the date (Family Day July 18th 9am) This day will have family potato sack races, games, prizes, gifts, face painting, and A DJ!! Also a return visit from magician Eric Burke is featured and a bouncy house from Busy Bee Jumpers which is an obstacle challenge full of fun! Also donating

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Yes! Audubon of RI has Whales on the Lawn! Have you ever been up-close with a HUGE whale? Come meet three life-sized inflatable whales on the Audubon lawn and learn all about these giants of the sea! Audubon is full of BIG outdoor adventures in June, so come join the fun! Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. For a complete listing of Audubon activities and programs, visit the events calendar at www.asri.org or call (401) 949-5454 ext. 3014.

scavenger hunt and other family activities. The art exhibit “Ghost Whales” by artist Kristian Brevik will also open. A donation of $5.00 per person is suggested. Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium. Ages: All.

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Come learn about the tribe of the Massasoit Osamequin who met the Pilgrims in Plymouth in 1621 and ensured their survival in the New World. Hear stories that have been passed down for generations, see tribal regalia, and learn about tribal drumming and dancing. There will also be a brief history of the tribe as well as artifacts displayed for visitors to see and touch. Audience participation is encouraged! Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium, Free with Admission. Ages: 6 and up.

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Have you ever been up-close with a HUGE life-sized whale? Three life-sized inflatable whales will be on display, ranging from 43 to 65 feet in length. Bring the kids for games, crafts, a whale

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This program will introduce a different topic each class, with hands-on experiments and nature-based activities. Classes are limited to 15 children, so please register early. Adult must attend with child. Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium; Fee per program: $10/member child, $6/additional sibling; $12/non-member child, $8/additional sibling. Ages: 6-12.

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Events & Activities Roman K9 Academy Announces First Iron Dog Competition June 7

Roman K9 Academy announces that the first Working Iron Dog Competition will be held on June 7, 2019 at Grady’s Auto in Seekonk, Massachusetts, the event is sponsored by creator Roman K9 Academy, also sponsored by Pet Food Experts and Rumford Pet Centers, and presented by Working Dog Magazine. Iron Dog 2019 will raise funds for working dogs and canine officers killed in the line of duty and their families. Says James Lamonte, president of Roman K9 Academy, “We created this remarkable, fun event to give handlers the opportunity to showcase all the intensive training that their dogs have completed, and I’m honored to share that with the community. At my facility, I see every day how incredible these dogs can become. It’s critical work that helps to protect our officers and military and, ultimately, us as citizens.” The competition will feature 30 dogs whose handlers from around the US will guide them throughout an extensive course set among a field of vehicles and will test their ability to detect 2 narcotics and explosives and track individuals using scent. Trophies will be presented, and the top winners will appear in Working Dog Magazine. Roman K9 Academy provides tactical German Shepherd training for military and law enforcement K9’s. The advance training facility specializes in environments designed to hone their ability to precisely detect narcotics, explosives and airborne chemicals, as well as to protect their handlers. Starting August 2019, Roman K9 Academy will focus its research/ training on treating MWD (Military War Dogs) and Law Enforcement K9’s with PTSD in a joint partnership with Wheaton College’s Animal Science dept. and Tuft University. For more information, visit https://irondogcompetition.org or email admin@irondogcompetition.org.

3 in 1 Event to Benefit Rehoboth Senior Center Saturday, June 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Craft and Yard Sale is planned for Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 9:00am until 3:00pm. Event to be held on the grounds of the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center, 55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. • Vendors must have own tables, chairs, canopies and take home what is not sold. • Spaces are $15.00. To reserve a space send a non-refundable payment of $5.00 made out to The Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club, Inc. and mail in care of the senior center. • Medium readings will be held inside the senior center. Readings are $20.00 each. • Kitchen will be open. For questions please call Diana 508 336-4195 or Lorraine 508 916-0971. Proceeds to benefit The Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club.

Rehoboth Contra Dances June 14 and 28, 8 p.m.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, June 14, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Lisa Greenleaf. Music will be performed by Eric Boodman, Benjamin Foss, and Julie Vallimont. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $10; $8 students. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks.com/ rehoboth.html. There will also be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, June 28, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Tony Parkes. Music will be performed by Julie Metcalf and Larry Unger. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $10; $8 students. For information, call 508-252-6375; http:// www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

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Rehoboth Community Dance Sunday, June 16, 7-9 p.m.

On June 16, there will be a community dance held at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, in Rehoboth. This dance is hosted by the Sunday Night Jammers, a group of area musicians who meet regularly on Sunday evenings at Goff Hall to play music rooted in Celtic and other traditions. The event is free. The June 16 dance will feature contra dance steps and a variety of international and couple dances, such as polkas and waltzes. All dance steps will be taught. Admission is free and open to the public. Beginners and families are welcome, with the recommended dance age of 6 and up. It is not necessary to come with a partner. A potluck precedes the dance at 6 p.m. For information, call or text Bob Elliott at 774-644-1369. http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html.

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D-R High School Golf Tournament June 17, 1 p.m.

The 19th Annual D-R HS Golf Tournament will be Monday, June 17th (the day after Father’s Day) at Crestwood Country Club in Rehoboth. Everyone who plays golf is welcome, including D-R graduates of all years! The shotgun start begins at 1:00 PM and the family-style dinner follows. For your $125 golfing fee, you get golf, cart, and dinner. Businesses: All visitors will see your information when you sponsor a $100.00 hole on the course. The Dighton and Rehoboth communities are invited for dinner only at $40. After dinner will be a raffle and a silent auction to raise more funds for the Citizen’s Scholarship Foundation awards to the Class of 2020. Donations of raffle items are needed, as well as auction items valued at over $100.00. Friday, June 7 is the FIRM deadline for the names of golf foursomes and their fees, as well as for the sponsor information and payment for a hole on the course. Phone the Fundraising Chairwoman for Golf, Kathy Amaral, at (508) 208-9748.

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Join the celebration at Greenlock’s 2nd Annual Barn Bash & BBQ! The event will take place on June 22, 2019 from 2-7PM on the beautiful grounds of Greenlock. This family friendly event is the most important fundraiser Greenlock holds yearly. All funds raised will support Greenlock’s Hippotherapy and Therapeutic Riding Programs. For more information and tickets please visit www.greenlock.org

URI Gardening with the Masters 2019 Garden Tour Saturday, June 29 and Sunday June 30 from 10 to 4 PM.

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Gatlin Show July 27, 5 p.m.

The Country Rock & Roll Opera will be held ay 95 Cameron Way in Rehoboth. It is a Rehoboth Anawan Lions Fundraiser. Social hour at 5 p.m., show starts at 6 p.m. $30 per ticket. Contact Jeanne Noons, 508-824-0534, or Elaine Ferreira, 508-336-5049, for more information. Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Beer & Wine will be sold.

Rotary and Lions Clubs Hosting Charity Golf Tournament July 29

The Rotary Club of East Providence/Seekonk and the Seekonk Lions Club Charitable Trust, a 501 (c)(3) organization will conduct their 28th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Monday, July 29th, 2019, at Wannamoisett Country Club. We are hoping to make this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event even more successful than those in the past. The tournament is seeking sponsors for tee signs for $125. Contact Dave Kent (401-429-9603) or Dave Pitassi (401-474-1052) for more information.

Seekonk Warriors Football Clam Boil Aug. 22, 5:30 p.m.

Event will be held at the Seekonk Rod and Gun Club, 57 Reed St. in Rehoboth. Tickets are $30 (checks payable to Seekonk Gridiron or cash). Water and soft drinks available. BYOB, Raffle baskets and 50/50 raffle. Email Club.Board@seekonkgridiron.org for tickets or information. This is a fundraiser for the SHS football team and a chance to reconnect with alumni, players and friends of the team. Send checks to 115 Newman Ave, Seekonk, MA c/o Tina Boudreau.

East Providence High School Class of 1963 Reunion Saturday, Aug. 24, 6 p.m.

The 56th Class reunion will be held on Saturday, August 24, at the Shrinerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Imperial Room in Cranston - 6 pm - cocktails and hors doeuvres - 7 pm dinner. The Grand buffet with a prime rib carving station, same DJ, Sergio and no formal program. Dress will be casual, no jeans. Please send your check for $40 pp made out to EPHS Class of 1963 and send to Betty DuLude, 23 Circle Drive, Seekonk, MA 02771. Deadline is August 15. Please join us for an evening of fun, dancing, good food, and best of all, reminiscing with old friends. You wanted to do it again, so we are! Last year was a great success!

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CHURCH NEWS & Events Open Air Market at Olde White Church June 8, July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The First Christian Congregational Church, 1113 GAR Highway in Swansea will be hosting Open Air Markets on June 8, July 13, August 10 and September 14 from 10 am – 2:00 pm. We are looking for Crafters, Marketeers and Farmers who would like to rent a space for $20; $30 if table is needed. Please contact the church office at 508-673-7179 or swanseawhitechurch@meganet.net if you would like to rent a space at the Market!! Special price for registered Farmers. All are invited to join us and take advantage of all the local produce & products!! Food will be available for purchase!!

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Church services held September to June, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Fellowship to follow. We are located at the Anawan Grange, 243 Winthrop St., at the Intersections of Routes 118 and 44, Behind Century 21.

June 2019 Schedule 6/9 - Medium: Ellen Sirois Event: Shamanic Journey, presented by Sue Angelo, 12:00 – 2:00, $30 members/ $35 non-members 6/16 - Pastoral Service, mediumship done by church members Singing Angels

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Bread of Life Food Pantry

The Bread of Life Food Pantry would like to thank all East Providence residents and all East Providence mail carriers who were involved in this year’s National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive. On Saturday, May 11th, East Providence mail carriers delivered approximately 7,000 pounds of food that was donated by East Providence residents to the Pantry. The generosity of those who donated the food and the extra time and effort given by the mail carriers in completing this important project are greatly appreciated! As the food items were delivered throughout the day, 45 volunteers from the six East Providence churches that operate the Pantry worked to unload, inspect, sort and store the donations and enjoyed a wonderful time of community service and fellowship. The Bread of Life Food Pantry is a collaborative ecumenical effort of six East Providence churches: Bethany Church of the Nazarene, Church of the Epiphany, Evangelical Covenant Church, Haven United Methodist Church, Newman Congregational Church and St. Margaret Church. On average, 180 households are served each month. The Pantry is located at Newman Congregational Church, 100 Newman Avenue, and is open twice each month, on the second and fourth Tuesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. The Pantry welcomes all those in need of food assistance from East Providence and surrounding communities. For more information about the

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Engagement Announcements Jennifer Lynn Masterson Engaged to Christopher Joseph Silva

Mr. & Mrs. Dan Masterson of Seekonk, MA are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Jennifer Lynn to Christopher Joseph Silva of Riverside, RI. Jennifer is a 2007 Graduate of Seekonk High School and a 2012 graduate of Rhode Island College. She is currently employed at Little Kids Inc. in Seekonk. Christopher is the son of Ronald Silva of Coventry, RI and Sandra Monahan of Warwick, RI. He is a 2005 graduate of East Providence High School and is currently employed at Collette Travel in Pawtucket. Their wedding date is set for October 2019.

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Club News & announcements Rehoboth Lions Club News

June 5 - 1st Wed. of the Month Clam Boil - @ 7 PM @ Seekonk Gun Club. The setup group will have 8 AM Breakfast at Vino’s, and set up at 9 AM at the Seekonk Gun Club. Fall Clam Boils are 1st Wed. of Sept., Oct. and Nov. June 12 - Our Board Meeting @ 6:00 PM and Reg. Club Meeting at 6:30 at The Anawan Club. Last Meeting of Pres. Ray M’S Year. Decide On Any Remaining Budget Items For This 2018-19 Year! August 17 – Rehoboth Lions Golf for Sight Tournament, Contact any Lion August 23 – 3rd Annual Cigar Night, Contact any Rehoboth Lion Thank you, for helping the Rehoboth Lions (Clubs) Serve our Community!

Anawan Oakton Grange News

We passed inspection and welcomed Kaylee McKenna as a new member. She also belongs to the FFA. The May 14th anniversary meeting ended up with a sing along led by Robert Roche with pianist M. Cooney. Looking forward to our dine-out with the Overseer on June 11th at La Familia. Let him know soon if you are coming. We will meet on June 25 for election of officers and bingo. We hosted Bay State Pomona on May 25th. A lunch of chow mein sandwiches was topped off by homemade apple crisp. A Memorial service for veterans and all who had gone on before us was conducted Diane Cote. We received notification of State Grange session October 24th to 27th in Milford MA. State Junior Grange day will be June 29 in North Orange. Time to get those tomatoes in; remember our doors are open and all are welcome. Good night.

Key Club Egg Hunt

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4H Club News New Rehoboth 4-H Club Looking for Youth to Join

A new 4-H club, under the leadership of 4-H volunteer John Morrish, is looking for youth between the ages of 8-18 to join. Club meetings will be held on Saturday June 15 at 1 p.m. The club’s primary project area will be for members to learn how to use hand tools and make household repairs. Current club members have already learned how to nail cedar shingles and make a wooden toolbox. Interested parents and youth are invited to attend the meetings on June 1 and June 15 which will be held at the Morrish residence at 11 Smith Street in Rehoboth. Please contact John Morrish either by email at john@LandJServices.net or by phone at 508-208-4682 to let him know you would like to attend a meeting or to get more information. 4-H is a co-ed youth organization, open to boys and girls ages 5-18 as part of the University of Massachusetts Extension program. For more information on 4-H, contact 4-H Educator Jay Field at jfield@umext.umass.edu or call 508-668-9793.

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The Bristol/Norfolk County 4-H Youth Program is looking for groups such as libraries, recreation departments, community groups, and other youth organizations, who would be interested in presenting the 4-H babysitter training program this summer. The goal of the 4-H babysitter’s program is to prepare young people for babysitting and childcare by educating them to become capable, caring and responsible babysitters. Topics include child safety, first aid, emergency response, feeding, discipline, entertaining, stages

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Volunteers Needed For 4-H Youth Program

Adult volunteers are currently needed for a couple of hours each month to serve as club leaders for local 4-H clubs in Bristol and Norfolk Counties. The role of a 4-H volunteer leader is to provide skills from your own area of expertise while developing a meaningful relationship with youth. Especially needed are volunteers with skills in dog care and obedience, horse care, small animal care such as rabbits and poultry, food science and general science. The goal of the 4-H program is to help youth, ages 5 to 18, become competent, caring adults through positive mentoring, learning how to take community action, and increasing their sense of self-esteem, responsibility, fairness, trust and decision making techniques.The 4-H office provides training, resource materials, activity curriculum and support. “We need people who have an interest in spending time with young people and who want to learn alongside them,” says Jay Field, 4-H Educator for Bristol and Norfolk Counties. For more information on how you can make an impact on the youth in your community, contact the 4-H office at (508) 6689793 or by email at jfield@umext.umass.edu to discuss how you can make a difference, be a part of a productive 4-H team and spend quality time with youngsters. 4-H Hours is an outreach education program of the M•T•T•F University of Massachusetts/Amherst in co9-5 operation with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Wed til 8 It is one of the largest youth organizations Sat 9-1 in the U.S. Check out our website at www. mass4h.org and learn more about 4-H.

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June 2019 The Reporter Congratulations to both winners and the baskets were beautiful. Hope you enjoyed them winners and see you next year. On Saturday May 19th some of our members enjoyed the time doing a Preakness at a restaurant where those who attended had dinner and were dressed for the occasion and had a great time. They also made bets like if you were attending at the race. Guess all who attended had a ball too but I didn’t hear too much about who won??????? Great time was had by all. First try at this kind of event. They had a buffet before the race and chatted and then the race winners from the club won place or show ... don’t know who won or who lost but those that went had a great time. On June 13th we will be having our first meeting of the month at Elaine Ferreira home. This is where we make our plans for the installation of officers, which will be on June 28th at Segreganset. Make sure you fill out the form and return it to the incoming President Cheryl Gouveia. RSVP by Friday June 14th, Thank you. And last but not least: next year will be our GATLIN Show and that will be on July 27. Get your tickets, they will be $30 each. It still will be a great time and get tickets from Jeanne Noons or any member. Remember we always thank you for all your support and we look forward to seeing you and remember our motto and that is WE SERVE and indeed we do.See you next month.

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The Rehoboth Garden Club had another successful plant sale in May. We would like to thank to our customers and patrons. Many thanks to Souza Family Farm, Arujo’s Nursery, Adam Latham at Bristol Agricultural High School and the members in the community who donated their plants and seedlings. Because of your generosity we are able to offer scholarships to students in the surrounding area. Interested students majoring in botany, horticulture, agriculture, floriculture, forestry, the environmental sciences or related fields of study are encouraged to apply. Candidates can obtain an application by writing to the Rehoboth Garden Club 117 Carpenter Street Rehoboth, MA 02769 or by calling 508-252-6337. Completed applications must be received by June 30, 2019.

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Rehoboth Lions 30th Annual Golf Tournament

On August 17th, 1PM, at Segregansett C.C. the Rehoboth Lions will be sponsoring it’s 31st Annual Golf Tournament. Sign ups for the tournament have been coming in fast and a limited number of foursomes are available. This tournament is unique to the area in that it is a “bramble” format where all players tee off and choose the best drive, then everyone plays their ball from that point, and the team records the best two scores on each hole. The Tournament will feature, a hole-in-one prize of a new Toyota, Closest to the pin for men and women, as well as log drive contest for both, and a great sponsorship by New England Golf Guide on the par 3, 17th. Raffle prizes will include golfing at courses in the area, wine and liquor baskets, golfing equipment, as well as a silent auction for a week at The Legends, in Myrtle Beach, SC. As always, the Lions will donate all proceeds to Massachusetts Eye Research. Anyone wishing to sponsor a tee sign for $75 can complete the form found here in the Reporter. Contact information for questions can be addressed to Ray Medeiros medeirr@comcast.net or 508-496-0171.

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Rehoboth Memorial Day

Often the Nation as a whole takes for granted the freedoms that all Americans enjoy today. To many of us, Memorial Day marks the start of summer, Memorial Day sales and a three-day weekend. We must all remember the true meaning of this day and pay tribute to the men and women who have sacrificed their lives to ensure that those freedoms and liberties continue to endure. Gary Kurpius, a past Commander-in-Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars made the statement in one of his speeches that “sacrifice without remembrance is meaningless”. We celebrate Memorial Day to ensure that the ultimate sacrifices of those men and women who have worn the uniform are never forgotten. It is the responsibility of every Veteran and every American to pass on to our youth the true meaning of Memorial Day. We do this with parades and ceremonies but most importantly by talking to each other and affirming what this day means. Even if you couldn’t attend these events, I will ask you to spend a few minutes to discuss the meaning of this day with your family and friends. God Bless America

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Varsity and Junior Varsity baseball teams with members of the Dighton Police Officers Local 306. guests at the first annual Dighton Police Officers Local 306 Clam Boil. The Clam Boil was held on April 27, 2019 at the Seekonk Rod and Gun Club in Rehoboth. The Dighton Police Officers Union held the event to support Dighton’s youth. The union holds several different types of fundraisers in order to support youth programs in the Town of Dighton as well as We welcome scholarships. Over the years the union has small donated thousands of dollars to students at Digthon-Rehoboth High School majoring in businesses and Criminal Justice. homeowners.

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Time for Farm Fresh Goodness Rehoboth Farmer’s Market Opening Day June 16, 2019

Support Your Local Farmers and Makers, Support Your Local Economy Buy Local isn’t just a slogan, it’s a way to gain access to healthier, more flavorful options for you and your family while supporting your local farmers and makers of agricultural products. Locally-produced vegetables, fruits, and herbs, meats, dairy, honey, and other foods are fresher and healthier; packed with more of the good things your family needs to stay healthy. Once again this year, the Rehoboth Agricultural Commission will host the Rehoboth Farmer’s Market located at the Council on Aging parking lot at 55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth every Sunday from June – October, 10 am to 2 pm. This year, the market runs from June 16 – October 27, 2019. At the market you will find agricultural products raised and produced by local farmers; a broad selection of fresh meats,

dairy products, eggs, raw honey, in-season fruits, vegetables and herbs, cut flowers, potted herbs and berries, soaps and more. The Farmer’s Market will host free events scheduled throughout the season with live music, fun and educational activities for kids and adults. Come spend a Sunday afternoon getting to know your farmers and neighbors while stocking up for the week ahead with the freshest food and flowers you can find! Check the Facebook page for announcements of upcoming events, announcements, quick and easy summer recipes and general market information at https://www.facebook.com/RehobothMAFarmersMarket/ If you would like to be a vendor at the Farmer’s Market, send an email to manager@rehobothfarmersmarket.org for the market rules and an application.

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(Family Features) Fire up your summer cookouts with crowdpleasing kebabs, which are easy to prepare and fun to experiment with because you can use nearly any combination of meats and veggies. Skip the typical steak and try an option like Maple Leaf Farms duck breast instead. Because it’s a red meat, duck has a texture similar to steak. Plus, it’s a lighter option that’s lower in fat and calories than other red meats, and its mild flavor easily adapts to a variety of cuisines. The Asian marinade in this Thai Barbecue Duck Kebabs recipe coats crunchy veggies and chunks of juicy, tender duck with a sweet and tangy glaze. The combination of charred, colorful veggies and smoky, grilled duck can leave your family and friends asking for more. Find more grilling recipes and tips for cooking with duck at mapleleaffarms.com.

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(Family Features) Between juggling the ever-shifting to-do list and busy weeknights, there’s not always time left in the day to comb through cookbooks to find the perfect recipe. Even with a potential meal plan in mind, life can get in the way, and running to the grocery store might not be a top priority. For a quick meal without a lot of hassle, an option such as Eckrich Smoked Sausage can be paired with whatever you have in the refrigerator or pantry for a fast, foolproof meal the whole family can enjoy. Since it is pre-cooked, all you have to do is heat and eat, taking the guesswork out of cook time while offering a rich and savory protein option for a balanced and delicious meal. With flavors and forms ranging from the Original Skinless Smoked Sausage Rope to spicy Jalapeno & Cheddar Smoked Sausage Links, a home-cooked breakfast, lunch or dinner is just moments away - no instructions or plans needed. You can be a rebel without a cookbook and deliver diverse and delightful meals for your loved ones, such as this Veggie Smoked Sausage Stir-Fry. For more mealtime inspiration, visit Eckrich.com.

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Munroe Feed and Supply, located at 200 Fairview Ave in Rehoboth, provides supplies for All Your Animal Needs. Benjamin Munroe opened the family operated grain store in 2006, carrying Nutrena and Triple Crown products. Munroe Feed also carries high quality 1st and 2nd cut hay from Canada. We also supply Round bales and Haylage bales, as well as kiln-dried white pine shavings. To pursue the agricultural family tradition, Benjamin Munroe established Munroe Farm in 2018. Munroe Farm raises farm fresh pork and beef that can be purchased at Munroe Feed and Supply. Munroe Feed and Supply is open Monday – Friday 8:00am-6:00pm and Saturday/Sunday 8:00am-5:00pm. Stop by Saturday, June 22nd for our Customer Appreciation Day! We will be having a sale on Grain, Hay and Shavings. It is fun for the Entire Family. Cat Country will be there from 11:00am-1:00pm. Proceeds from the raffle will be donated to the Rehoboth Food Pantry. Hope to see you there!

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May 16, 2019 (Providence, RI) –The UCAP School celebrated its 30th Anniversary by honoring its Founder and Director, Robert (Rob) DeBlois, as he prepares to retire at the end of the school year. As UCAP’s pioneer leader and visionary, DeBlois has maintained an unwavering belief that every student has the ability – and deserves the opportunity – to succeed in school and beyond. The April 17, 2019 anniversary celebration brought together 200 guests, including alumni, parents, staff and former staff, long-time supporters and new, to honor DeBlois and ensure that his work continues. A record $90,000 was raised through the event, which was hosted by the Fund for UCAP, a private, non-profit organization established to support the enhancement of UCAP’s personalized learning environment. The proceeds of the anniversary event will benefit the school’s Beyond U programs, which provide students with essential academic, physical, and cultural enrichment experiences after school, on the weekends, during vacations, and throughout the summer. DeBlois founded The UCAP School (then called The Urban Collaborative Accelerated Program) in 1989 to demonstrate that public education must address, and is capable of, meeting some of its most serious challenges. He created a school that rewarded students for their demonstration of knowledge and skills instead of providing credit for time in a classroom seat. The model, unheard of at the time, provided a safety net for failing students, helping them to succeed in middle school by enabling them to learn in a supportive, personalized environment, catch up with their grade, and return to high school prepared and ready for success. Throughout its history, The UCAP School has utilized innovative, best practice approaches in designing the school’s curriculum and in addressing students’ needs. This keen focus on continuous improvement and a commitment to student-centered learning has consistently shown that students who need a second chance can – and will – take advantage of opportunities. Under DeBlois’ direction and working in collaboration with the Providence, Cranston and Central Falls school districts, The UCAP School has enabled more than 2,000 middle school students to gain the skills and knowledge to support their success in high school and beyond. At the event, Dan Corley, Head of Community Prep and a member of the Fund for UCAP board, presented DeBlois with a student-made award, stating, “One reason Rob is such a gifted educator and leader is his love for those around him. His quick wit and good humor help him to hone that love. Also, key for UCAP’s success is that he knows that he can’t do it all by himself. He is great at inviting others to work and have fun with him. He knows how to build community.” Upon accepting the award, DeBlois said, “I am fortunate to have built my professional life, and much of my personal life around UCAP – the students, the teachers, professionals from all walks of life, and other educators. I’ve been able to do work that is worthwhile and meaningful, and my family has supported me and the school throughout. The work that we do at UCAP is so important. We are trying to bring to life the promise of opportunity that is a hallmark of our heritage as Americans. It really does take a village, and UCAP is an example of how this can occur.” DeBlois then presented his wife Bonnie DeBlois with an award in recognition of her stalwart support, emphasizing, “...her volunteerism from the inception of the school…Without her support and involvement UCAP would not have happened.”

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Jacob Robitaille recipient of the Mary Ann Hawkes Award in Justice Studies

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“Seekonk resident Jacob Robitaille has been selected as Rhode Island College’s 2019 recipient of the Mary Ann Hawkes Award in Justice Studies. This prestigious award is presented by the Department of Sociology and is based on academic achievement and involvement in national, regional or local problems of justice and their solutions. Jacob will graduate from RIC in May 2019 with a 3.59 GPA, a B.A. in Justice Studies and a double minor in Sociology and Environmental Science.”

Local Students Receive Degrees from Quinnipiac University

Hamden, Conn. (May 30, 2019) - The following local students received degrees from Quinnipiac University during ceremonies held in May: Seekonk, MA • Megan Hayward, Master of Occupational Therapy • Nicole Mowry, Bachelor of Science, Psychology • Meaghan Rocha, Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Fitchburg State Holds Spring Commencement Ceremony

Fitchburg—Fitchburg State University held its 123rd commencement exercises in May. Graduate and undergraduate degrees were conferred for students who spanned the United States and across the globe. Steven D. Borges, executive vice president and chief executive officer of Nypro Healthcare, and a 1990 Fitchburg State alumnus, delivered the commencement address at the undergraduate ceremony on Saturday, May 18. Borges was also presented the President’s Medal by University President Richard S. Lapidus in recognition of his accomplishments and support of the university community. Madison Medina of Pelham, N.H., addressed her fellow graduates as undergraduate valedictorian. Medina is enrolled in Fitchburg State’s groundbreaking police program, whose graduates complete, in five years, bachelor’s and master’s degrees plus certification to serve in municipal police departments across the state.

Medina is completing the 17-week police academy this summer and will complete her master’s degree in the coming academic year. At the graduate commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 16, Christine Foote-Lucero addressed guests as recipient of the Graduate Student Leadership Award. Foote-Lucero, who works as a forensic nurse examiner in Colorado, completed a master’s degree in forensic nursing. Fitchburg State University enrolls 7,000 day and evening students in more than 50 programs of study. The university was established in 1894. Local Student from Seekonk is: Jade Vieira, MBA - Business Administration

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Jeannine Nota-Masse, Superintendent of the Cranston School Department and a member of the UCAP Board of Directors, said, “While it may be hard to imagine the school without Rob’s steadfast leadership and vision, it is the legacy of that leadership and vision that will enable The UCAP School to grow, thrive and adapt to keep pace with the evolving education landscape.” DeBlois’ role as Director of The UCAP School will end with the close of the 2019 school year. Following a national search, a new Director will be announced on June 1, 2019. Joe Wilson, Jr., of Trinity Rep, served as Emcee and Auctioneer again this year and helped UCAP reach its fundraising record by playing bidders off each other and reminding attendees how the proceeds impact the students. For more information about The UCAP School or Beyond U, visit www.ucap.org

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Martin, Tenn.—The outstanding academic achievements of undergraduate students at the University of Tennessee at Martin have been honored with publication of the Spring 2019 Chancellor’s Honor Rolls for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, College of Business and Global Affairs, College of Education, Health, and Behavioral Sciences, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. To be eligible for the Chancellor’s Honor Roll recognition at UT Martin, a student must take at least 12 hours of credit (pass-fail courses are not included) and achieve a 3.2 (B) grade point average based on a 4.0 scale. Students can make the Chancellor’s Honor Roll with honors (3.2 through 3.49), high honors (3.5 through 3.79) or highest honors (3.8 through 4.0). • Seekonk – Abigail P. Hopkins, High Honors. UT Martin is a public four-year university offering 18 bachelor’s degree programs and five master’s degree programs. The main campus in northwest Tennessee is one of four primary campuses in the University of Tennessee System. For more information, visit utm.edu.

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Endicott College, the first college in the U.S. to require internships of its students, held its 79th annual commencement exercises this past week. At a May 25 ceremony for Endicott’s undergraduate students at Hempstead Stadium on the Endicott campus in Beverly, Mass., the commencement speaker was Garold C. Miller, chief executive officer of HALO, who received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at the ceremony. Of local interest, the following student(s) received degree(s): Rehoboth, MA • James Bingham, Bachelor Science in Nursing, Mike Bingham & Helen Bingham • Abigail Bushell, Cum Laude with a Bachelor Science in Nursing, Michael Bushell & Renay Bushell • Victor DaCosta, Bachelor Science in Sport Management, Victor DaCosta & Isabel DaCosta Seekonk, MA • Mackenzie Cunha, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor Fine Licensed & Insured Arts in Graphic Design, Edward Cunha & Karen Cunha • Jessica Pacia, graduated with a Bachelor Science in Biology/ Biotechnology, David Pacia & Lori Pacia Miller advised the class of 2019, “Your lease on life doesn’t last forever. Take chances. Take calculated risks.” He added, “I’ve heard ‘no’ hundreds and hundreds of times, but I refused to believe that the things I had built had to be like things that already existed. Society has enough conformists. We need more people who don’t give up when they hear ‘no.’” A total of 1,135 students graduated from Endicott’s Van Loan School of Graduate & Professional Studies and its traditional undergraduate college. Ten students received a Doctor of Educational Leadership or Doctor of Philosophy; 349 received a Master of Arts, Master of Education, Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, or Master of Fine Arts degree; 760 students received a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, or Bachelor of Fine Arts degree; and 16 received an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree.

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Troop 628 with donations at Blanding Library 3rd Grade Rehoboth Brownie Troop 628 is working on their Wonders of Water Journey. As part of their Take Action project they donated books to both the Palmer River Elementary and Blanding libraries which have a theme of water is a limited resource that should be conserved. Please check out these books at your next visit to the library!

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Rehoboth Girl Scout Troop 494 place Cemetery Flags on Veterans Graves

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4th Grade Rehoboth Junior Troop 494 had Massachusetts Representative Steven Howitt as a guest at their troop meeting. The scouts are working on their Inside Government Badge. Representative Howitt discussed his important job, including how he helps his constituents in Rehoboth. The scouts loved hearing about his office in the state house, his community service, and, of course, his favorite types of Girl Scout cookies.

The Rehoboth Cemetery Commission is charged with maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the town’s 53 historic burying grounds, including ensuring that all veterans’ graves are properly marked and maintained with an American flag. The Rehoboth Girl Scouts are proud to be a part of the Commission’s important work by placing some new American flags each May. This year 4th Grade Junior Girl Scout Troop 494, along with their families, placed 450 American flags at the Rehoboth Village Cemetery, located on the route of the Dighton Rehoboth Memorial Day parade.

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Rehoboth Girl Scouts in Memorial Day Parade Thank you to Jake Kramer, the other members of the RehobothDighton Memorial Day Committee, and all the other volunteers who made this year’s Rehoboth-Dighton Memorial Day Parade possible.

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Troop 3 North Dighton Climb Mt. Monadnock

Scouts from Troop 3 North Dighton recently spent the weekend camping and climbing Mt. Monadnock in New Hampshire. To learn more about joining in the fun with Troop 3, please visit our website: http:// troop3ndighton.wix.com/troop-3

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Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to urged to make an appointment to donate using the Blood Donor App, at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-7332767). Eligible donors with type O blood are encouraged to make a whole blood or Power Red donation, where available. During a Power Red donation, donors give a concentrated dose of red blood cells during a single donation, allowing them to maximize their impact. In thanks, all those who come to donate blood or platelets with the Red Cross May 1 through June 10, 2019, will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email. (Restrictions apply; see amazon. com/gc-legal. More information and details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Together.) Additionally, those who come to give May 24-28 will receive an exclusive Red Cross-branded T-shirt, while supplies last.

How blood shortages affect hospitals

Blood shortages are not uncommon and can have a direct impact on patient care. Dr. Atif Shafqat, an oncologist and hematologist at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis, says that hospitals face consistent shortages of blood products year-round, even causing some surgeons to delay elective procedures because of individual shortages. “When I ask our blood bank director the toughest part of her job, she always tells me it is these shortages and how to deal with them,” he said. Despite these challenges, hospitals and the Red Cross work to ensure patients have the blood products they need, but that can only happen when a volunteer donor rolls up a sleeve to give. “This is all possible thanks to the volunteers and the blood donors who are giving this generous gift,” said Shafqat.

How to help

Eligible donors can find a blood or platelet donation opportunity and schedule an appointment to donate by using the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donation appointments and completion of a RapidPass® are encouraged to help speed up the donation process. RapidPass lets donors complete the pre-donation reading and answer the health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, from the convenience of a mobile device or computer, or through the Blood Donor App.

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Touch a Truck

June 29, 1-3 p.m.

The Blanding Library invites you to a fun day of exploring vehicles from our local rescue, police, and fire departments and more. Come by between 1 and 3 on Sat. June 29 and explore all kinds of vehicles, parked in front of Goff Hall at 124 Bay State Rd. This free event will take place rain or shine.

Outdoor Story Walk June 20-July 3

Beginning Thurs. June 20 through Wed. July 3, the library is offering a “story walk” around our butterfly garden during library hours. Come walk your way through “Mouse Paint” by Ellen Stoll Walsh. This is a delightful children’s story of three adventurous mice exploring the world of color. This story walk is on loan to the Blanding from the Norfolk Public Library.

Toto, the Tornado Cat June 25, 1:30 p.m.

Enjoy a visit with Toto, the Tornado Cat on Tues. June 25 at 1:30 p.m. Jonathan Hall, a paramedic, rescued a kitten after a tornado in Brimfield, MA, a few years ago. He adopted him, wrote a book about him and now brings Toto to libraries around the state. Jonathan will read his book while Toto sits beside him. Jonathan is a kind and patient presenter, and Toto is a kind and patient feline. Meet them both at this free event; no registration necessary.

Summer Reading Program

“A Universe of Stories” is the theme of the summer reading program this year, with a host of fun-filled summer activities for all. Be prepared for lift-off on June 24. Check with library’s website and the July issue of The Reporter for news of July and August programs for children. The Massachusetts Summer Reading Program for 2019 is sponsored by the Blanding Library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Mass. Board of Library Commissioners. The Blanding Library’s special summer programs for children are sponsored by the Friends of the Blanding Library. Look for special summer story hours to be announced soon.

Other Upcoming Programs

Tot Time for children under age 3 will continue to meet at 10 a.m. on Wed. mornings this summer. Dragon & Tiger Qigong sessions are held Wed. from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. To find out more about this ancient Chinese form of movement and exercise, check the calendar at blandinglibrary.net or stop in any Wednesday morning. Yoga for Families will next meet on Tues. June 11 at 10:15 a.m. This is a free parent-child wellness event for families with children from birth through age 8. To learn more, contact jcarvalho@ paceccw.org or call 508-984-3559. Lyme Support Group: Thurs. June 13, 6-8 p.m. The Bristol County, MA Lyme Support Group meets once a month and is open to anyone in the community that looking for information about Lyme disease, support and networking. Click on the calendar at www.blandinglibrary.net to see all the events coming up at Goff Hall or find us on Facebook. The Blanding Public Library is located in historic Goff Hall at 124 Bay State Rd., Rehoboth, phone 508-252-4236. The library is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays and holidays, including Thurs. July 4 for Independence Day. Happy Fourth!

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Seekonk Public Library www.seekonkpl.org • library@seekonkpl.org Discover Summer Reading & Summer Learning Programs Kickoff event week of June 8

• Summer Reading Challenge features free books, digital badges, raffle prizes. • Summer Learning Programs include Rocket Building, Stories from Space, Family Code Night, Lego Club, Learn to Sew, DinoMan, Maker Mondays, Sparky’s Puppets, A Universe of Stories and more so much more • Kickoff events start the week of June 8 with Rocket Building, Kick-Off Night, Planet Making, Kindness Rocks, Pokanoket Tribe Visit, Farm Animals, Rocket Launch • Combat summer learning loss with fun and engaging programming at Seekonk Public Library. • Find all program details at Seekonpl.org/children. • A Universe of Stories is sponsored by Seekonk Public Library, CSLP, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Summer Learning Program Dates: June 8 – August 10

• Rocket Building*, Sat, June 8, 1 - 3pm • Sensory Storytime, Sat, June 8, 11 am • Stroller Fitness, Mon, June 10, 10 am • *Kids’ Summer Kick Off-Night, Wed, June 12, 5-7 pm • Pokanoket Tribe Visits, Thurs, June 13, 3 pm • Farm Visits Traveling Pet Zoo, Fri, June 14, 1 pm • Rockets Launch! Sat, June 15, 10 am • Friday Family Movie, Fri, June 21, 2 pm • Starry Nights, Mon, July 8, 6 pm (see 6/24 description) • Sparky’s Puppets, Tues, July 9, 4 pm • *Learn to Sew, Wed, July 10 at 3 pm

Teen Summer Programs

Summer Kickoff Party - Tuesday, June 11 at 1 pm

Join us for a celebration of summer break! We’ll have snacks, lemonade, ice cream sandwiches, music and a cool galaxy craft for our “Universe of Stories” theme. Register in advance.

Interactive Movie: Thursday, June 20 at 3 pm

Have you ever wanted to talk back to a movie? This is your chance! Get ready to beep with BB-8, duel with lightsabers and mope with Kylo Ren. Register in advance.

Kindness Rocks - Thursday, June 27 at 3 pm

Spread kindness! We need more rocks for our kindness garden. Come paint inspirational messages on rocks that people can take home or give to someone else. Drop in.

Galaxy T-Shirts - Friday, July 5 at 3 pm

Bring a black t-shirt and spatter and sponge a gorgeous galaxy design on it. Register in advance.

Spring Mushroom Walk Saturday, June 15, 9:30 a.m.

Are those mushrooms you stumbled on outdoors poisonous or perfect for your next meal? You will learn the difference and much more in a hands-on class with Ryan Bouchard and Emily Schmidt,

New England’s leading mushroom hunting teachers. Join us at the library for the Spring Mushroom Walk on Saturday, June 15 at 9:30 AM. This program will begin by meeting at the Seekonk Meadows sign off the library parking lot, to walk into the woods for a close look at local fungi in their natural habitats. In case of rain this program will meet in the library’s Large Meeting Room. Register online for program updates in the library’s Event Calendar at seekonkpl.org. Ryan and Emily of the Mushroom Hunting Foundation are passionate about teaching why harvesting wild mushrooms is sustainable, and how knowing their ecology can help you find them. They will demonstrate the tools of the trade as mushrooms are collected—some for study, some for recipes! Ryan and Emily will teach you science-based, safe methods to experience the amazing world of wild mushrooms. Ryan T. Bouchard is the author and photographer of the groundbreaking new book Gourmet Mushrooms of the Northeast 2019. Emily Schmidt also studies our local mushroom species and their nutritional values, and teaches creative cooking that highlights their many unique flavors. Together, they created The Mushroom Hunting Foundation. They have educated thousands of people about safely enjoying America’s wild mushrooms. Call the Adult Services department at (508) 336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org for more information.

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Movie Night

Music Documentary and Discussion

Skip the wait in movie theater lines and the expensive concession stand! Take some time for yourself and enjoy these select DVD releases for FREE at Seekonk Public Library. These programs are free and open to the public. In this light comedy, a young woman (Rebel Wilson) disenchanted with love mysteriously finds herself trapped inside a romantic comedy. Rated PG-13; 1 hours, 29 minutes. Licensing prevents us from printing titles; call the library for the title and other details at 508-336-8230 ext. 56130. For information: www.seekonkpl.org or Contact: library@seekonkpl.org

Do you love to talk about music as much as we do? Come join us as we watch and discuss a music documentary at the Seekonk Library on Tuesday, June 18th at 5:30 pm. This month’s documentary is Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars by Zach Niles and Banker White. This event is a collaboration with POV, the award-winning independent nonfiction film series on PBS and offered FREE to the public, no registration required (www.pbs.org/pov). If the refugee is today’s tragic icon of a war-ravaged world, then Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, a reggae-inflected band born in the camps of West Africa, represents a real-life story of survival and hope. The six-member Refugee All Stars came together in Guinea after civil war forced them from their native Sierra Leone. Traumatized by physical injuries and the brutal loss of family and community, they fight back with the only means they have — music. This film is not rated. The running time is 1 hour and 18 minutes. Discussion will follow immediately after viewing; there is no need to pre-view the film. Come to learn, listen, and/or share! Email us at library@seekonkpl.org or call us at 508-336-8230 ext. 56130 for more info.

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Help with Planting Tender Vegetables from URI Master Gardeners Tuesday, June 18, 4 p.m.

Wanting expert help with your garden this season? Or are you interested in gardening, but don’t have the space or time to do it on your own? All experience levels are welcome to stop by the Master Gardener Kiosk in the Seekonk Library & Meadows gardens; come work alongside and learn from URI Master Gardeners throughout the spring and summer. Join the gardeners on Tuesday, June 18 for 4 PM hands on gardening and a 5 PM mini-talk on Thinning Plants. URI Master Gardeners will continue their gardening and minitalk series at Seekonk Library on select Tuesdays through Fall: • July 16: gardening only • August 13: Walking the Meadows, plants, birds, wildlife tour • September 17: Using your bountiful produce harvest • October 15: Preserving your produce for winter Join us at Seekonk Library for your best gardening year yet!

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Tuesday, June 18, 5:30 p.m.

Lainey Dionne Concert Monday, June 24, 7 p.m.

Summer time is coming and the concerts in the Meadows are just around the corner. Start your summer with an acoustic concert inside Seekonk Library starring local artist: Lainey Dionne. The concert is on Monday, June 24th at 7 pm and immediately follows an Open Mic Night at the library in the Large Meeting Room. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library and is free and open to all. Lainey Dionne is a Providence based indie artist and singer/ songwriter. “Her songs show an emotional vulnerability and honesty... that will make you forget about everything else and just listen” (Verge). She graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2015, receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Business with a minor in Music Production and Engineering. Her debut album, Can’t Refuse - EP is available now on iTunes, Spotify and other streaming services. Email us at library@seekonkpl.org or call us at 508-336-8230 ext. 56130 for more info.

Open Mic Night June 24, 6 p.m.

Calling local performers of all shapes, sizes, and skill levels. Whether you play an instrument, sing songs, or recite poetry, join us at the Seekonk Library for an Open Mic Night on June 24th at 6 pm so you can share your talent with the community. Space is limited so register online to reserve your place on our stage! Each performer will be given a five-minute slot for their performance. There are no limitations as to what genres and styles can and can’t be premiered, but no additional setup time can be guaranteed outside that five-minute window. Free creative expression is encouraged, but be mindful of the family-friendly atmosphere of the library. • Only performers need to register. It is a free and open event for any non-performing audience members. • Walk-ins will only be taken after registered performers as time allows. Visit seekonkpl.org to reserve your place on our stage. • The open mic will conclude with a performance by local artist Lainey Dionne. Email us at library@seekonkpl.org or call us at 508-336-8230 ext. 56130 for more info.

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Massachusetts Walking Tour Concert Friday, June 28, 6 p.m.

Join us at the library for our first concert in the Meadows of the Summer: the Massachusetts Walking Tour Concert. The concert will be held on June 28th at 6 pm in the Meadows. The concert is rain or shine and will be held in the library Large Meeting Room in the event of rain. This program is funded by a grant from the Seekonk Cultural Council (a local agency), part of the Massachusetts Cultural Council (a state agency). Since 2010, local songwriters Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards have organized a string of free community concerts each June to showcase artists and musicians across their home state of Massachusetts - this tour is traveled completely on foot while carrying roughly 50lbs. of gear and instruments. In addition to concerts, the MWT also organizes daily public hikes to help raise awareness of recreational properties statewide working together with larger organizations like the National Park Service, Appalachian Mountain Club, DCR, the Trustees, and local trails volunteers. Mandeville and Richards spend much of the year arranging appropriate community venues for each concert (i.e. public libraries, town commons, meeting halls, senior centers) and inviting local performers from each town to participate in the two hour programs. The folk coffeehouse style concerts offer a respectful listening environment for artists young and old, concluding with a feature set of music by the Massachusetts Walking Tour ensemble. Email us at library@seekonkpl.org or call us at 508-336-8230 ext. 56130 for more info.

High Tea at the Library Saturday, June 29, 11 a.m.

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Meadows as we discuss both this month’s book selection and books in general. The Walk and Talk Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month. For more information, email library@seekonkpl.org or call the library at 508-336-8230.

Children and Family Events

For more details about Seekonk Library’s programs for children and families, visit the library’s event calendar at seekonkpl.org

Stroller Strong Fitness Class Monday, June 10 at 10 am

Families with children of all ages are invited to a Stroller Strong Fitness Class in the Meadows. Participants will meet at the gazebo for stretching and then push their strollers down the paths of the Meadows stopping along the way for short exercise routines. Caregivers, grandparents and older siblings beyond stroller age are all invited. All fitness levels welcome. Rain date Monday, June 17. Led by Stephanie McLellan from Fit Mamas RI. Please register. Minimum of 8 families needed for the event to be held.

Pokanoket Tribe Visits the Meadows Thursday, June 13 from 3 – 4 pm

Members of The Pokanoket Tribe will share a brief history of the Tribe and tell Tribal stories which have been passed down for generations. The visit will include Tribal regalia, artifacts to touch, drumming, dancing and a beading craft for children. “Children will learn all about the tribe of the Massasoit Osamequin who met the Pilgrims in Plymouth in 1621 and who ensured the Pilgrims’ survival in the New World.” A culturally-rich event that focuses on the “sharing of culture.” Meet in the Meadows. In case of rain, meet in the Library.

Legend has it that afternoon tea began in England in the late 1800s. It became very popular in social circles, and was a great way for ladies to chat about the events of the day. We invite the community of Seekonk to help us recreate that tradition by offering a traditional High Tea at the library. Join us on Saturday, June 29 at 11 AM for High Tea at the Library. Space is limited; pre-registration with a SAILS library card is required. The presenter for this program, Moonstone Tea Company, is a catering house which specializes in High Tea events. They will be offering samples of sweet and savory treats and their special blend of Paris tea, which incorporates hints of bergamot and lavender. Come prepared to play a traditional parlor game and learn about the history of this wonderful repast. Bring your appetites! We encourage you to make the most of the occasion and dress up for the event! Call the Adult Services department at (508) 336-8230 or email library@seekonkpl.org for more information.

Walk and Talk Book Club Tuesday, July 2, 6 p.m.

Do you want to get outside and add more movement to your day? Do you also want to meet other book lovers and discuss great novels? Then check out the Walk and Talk Book Club at the Seekonk Public Library! Join us on Tuesday, July 2nd at 6 PM at the beginning of the Seekonk Meadows path off the library parking lot. This month’s book selection is Goodbye, Vitamin by Rachel Khong. The rain date is Tuesday, July 9th. This program is free and open to all. In Goodbye, Vitamin, Rachel returns home to help her mother care for her father Howard, recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. As Howard’s condition worsens and he loses his job, Rachel throws herself into fighting his disease in loving and humorous ways. The San Francisco Chronicle describes it as “a novel modeled on real life, where humor often rubs shoulders with pathos, and Ruth’s gift as a narrator is her ability to observe and record it all.” Reading doesn’t have to be a sedentary, solitary activity. Come enjoy a casual, leisurely walk around the gravel trail of the Seekonk

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CONGRATULATIONS DRRHS CLASS OF 2018! Marcel Almeida Kyle Alves My Amaral Owen Arden Nicholas Azevedo Brad Bandilli Eliana Soraia Baptista Jenna Barros Mya Beausoleil Colin Bedard Abigail Behm Savion Bellamy Lauren Bisbano Alicia Bleau Donovan Boe Colby Boyer Andria Braga Deseria Breckenridge Thomas Brown Owen Brundage Amanda Bullock Thomas Burke Karlie Cadorette Mason Cadorette Ashley Calore William Camara Brianna Cambra Sierra Candeias Elias Carr Joseph Carrera Chase Carroll Rebekah Cassidy Henry Ciannavei Sean Collins Barry Conway Cameron Coogan Jared Correia Kyle Costa Haley Croke Elizabeth Cronan Ainsley Cronin Matthew DaCosta Benjamin Daniello Olivia DaSilva Peter Day Fernando DeMoura James Denham Brandon DePina Jasmin Dickson Stephanie Dillon Nolan DiRenzo

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SCHOOL NEWS Seekonk High Students Win 2nd Place in Attleboro Arts Museum Exhibition

Portuguese Club in Fall River. The Portuguese Club hopes to continue this legacy for future years to come. Our club would also like to kindly thank Senhora Professora Lisa Andrade Almeida for all that she has done for the club and her outstanding commitment and dedication to the Portuguese Language. Thank you, Portuguese Club Executive Board: Pres.: Jared Loureiro, Vice. Pres: Cheyenne Ayotte, Secretary: Felicia Prata, Public Relations: Denise Dagraca

L to R: Tristen Swist, Kenny Boardman, Christina Keeley, Maddie Whelan, Issy Paterson A team of students from Seekonk High School won second place in the Attleboro Arts Museum’s 23rd “High Art” exhibition. They competed against 14 other teams from Massachusetts and Rhode Island high schools. This year’s theme was “Metamorphosis” and each team created a large installation that depicted the idea of metamorphosis (a complete transformation of body, structure, character, circumstances or appearance.) The works were on display in the museum’s main gallery from May 15 to May 30. High Art is an annual exhibition showcasing the talent and ideas of high school students enrolled in public, private, parochial, alternative, charter or homeschool programs.

News from the Portuguese Club at Seekonk High School

The Portuguese Club at Seekonk High School has had one of its most successful years yet. There were many accomplishments and achievements this year including our Fourth Annual Portuguese Club Soccer Tournament, which had a great turnout, more than 15 teams participated from Hurley Middle School and Seekonk High School. Students from the Providence College Men’s Soccer Team volunteered their time to help referee the soccer games. We also donated all of our proceeds from the tournament a total of $440.00 to the victims of the recent cyclones in Mozambique. Other accomplishments included a school wide coffee drive donating all the coffee to Doorways Food Pantry in Seekonk. This year we also created a presentation on the impact of Portuguese Culture past, present, and future in America for the National Portuguese Language Day which was hosted at Bristol Community College

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Superintendent of Schools Azar Presents at Trane’s National Meeting

Wilmington, Ma- Dr. Anthony C. Azar, Superintendent of Schools in the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District, recently was invited to share the success of the Performance Contract between Trane and the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District with Trane Business Leaders from regional offices throughout the U.S. The group met at Trane’s New England Area office in Wilmington, MA on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. Dr. Azar was there to share with the 100 plus attendees the Performance Contract with the DRRSD which, to date, has brought approximately $19M in needed facility improvements and renewable energy systems to the DRRSD, while reducing annual energy costs by 62%. Trane Case Study Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTKP35okvLs&featur e=youtu.be Dr. Azar said, “Facility improvements within our 5 school buildings, included HVAC and control systems, roof and window replacements, renewable solar carports, biomass (wood chip) boiler at the High School and others.” Further, he explained that, “ 75% of the electricity consumed by DRRSD’s 5 schools is now produced by carport solar arrays installed by Trane.” Mr. Leo McNeil and Mr. Christopher Marshall, from Trane also participated in the presentation with Dr. Azar. Both Mr. McNeil and Mr. Marshall indicated during the presentation that, “Trane will continue to work with DRRSD to maintain

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George R. Martin Elementary School Joins ST Math Massachusetts Program to Enhance Math Learning

Seekonk, MA – Seekonk Public Schools Superintendent Rich Drolet is pleased to announce that George R. Martin Elementary School has been selected to join the ST Math® Massachusetts Program. MIND Research Institute, in partnership with Mass STEM Hub, a program of the One8 Foundation, has selected 60 additional Massachusetts schools to build ST Math® programs for all students. The ST Math Massachusetts Program, which seeks to expand high-quality elementary math, began initial implementation with 54 schools last year and is continuing to expand. ST Math is a visual instructional program that builds a deep conceptual understanding of math through rigorous learning and creative problem solving to engage, motivate, and challenge PreK8 students toward higher achievement. In a comparison of Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) results from the 2013/15 and 2016/17 school years, ST Math schools that implemented with high fidelity outgrew their counterparts in statewide math performance rank by 7.4 percentile points. “We’re excited to be able to offer our students a math program with proven results and the ability to build powerful problem-solving skills,” said Kerry Hutchins, Martin Elementary School Assistant Principal, who facilitated he grant application at Martin Elementary School. “Building a conceptual understanding of math in these formative years will give students the best chance at future success.” George R. Martin Elementary Schools submitted to a competitive and rigorous multi-step application process. As a program member, the school will not only have access to ST Math, but to additional support and features including: • School grants to support adoption • Additional professional development opportunities • Personalized support from dedicated ST Math team members • Access to enhanced student and teacher dashboards • Cohort events to support best practices sharing and networking “We are excited to work with MIND to welcome the second cohort of Massachusetts ST Math schools,” said Katherine Skrivan, Mass STEM Hub Director. “Through our partnership, we will work closely with educators to ensure they have the resources and support they need to provide high-quality programming for their students across the Commonwealth.”

June 2019 Brett Woudenberg, MIND Research Institute CEO, added, “We’re grateful for Mass STEM Hub’s support of MIND Research Institute, and particularly for their continued commitment to solving the nation’s math crisis. Mass STEM Hub is impacting a socially, economically, and geographically diverse group of students and teachers, and all of them will benefit from deeper, more conceptual learning thanks to the ST Math Massachusetts Program.” Dr. Rich Drolet, Superintendent of Schools Seekonk Public Schools

Mr. George Kelleher-Bianchi Named Assistant Principal of Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School

Seekonk, MA – Superintendent Dr. Rich Drolet is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. George Kelleher-Bianchi as Assistant Principal of the Kevin M. Hurley Middle School. Mr. Kelleher has worked for the past four years as a special education teacher-leader at the Dedham Middle School. Prior to that, he taught at the Alternative Learning Center at the O’Donnell Middle School in Stoughton. “We share a similar vision of leading a safe and supportive school where all students can succeed, and teaching and learning will thrive through collaboration,” said current Assistant Principal Ms. Alexis Bouchard. Bouchard will be Principal of Hurley Middle effective July 1, 2019. “I was very impressed with Mr. Kelleher’s research he had done about our school and his well-articulated responses that were in the best interest of students and staff. It is with confidence that I believe Mr. Kelleher will be dedicated to the HMS community and will work diligently in continuing to move HMS forward.”

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Mr. Kelleher was one of thirty-nine candidates who applied for the position. Ms. Bouchard chaired a search committee consisting of nine members representing faculty, staff, and parents. Eight were initially interviewed for the position. Two finalists received second interviews with Ms. Bouchard and Mr. Kelleher was selected as the finalist to interview with Superintendent Drolet. Mr. Kelleher earned his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and Special Education from Bridgewater State University and his Bachelor of Arts in History/Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in North Adams. His employment with the Seekonk Public Schools will begin on July 1, 2019. Dr. Rich Drolet, Superintendent of Schools Seekonk Public Schools

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Local Teens Take Top Honors at 2019 Mass. Envirothon For the past school year, high school students across the commonwealth have been studying current and future prospects for growing, harvesting, and distributing food in their own home communities and across the Commonwealth. They presented their findings at the 32nd annual Massachusetts Envirothon competition on Friday, May 17th at Sholan Farms in Leominster, Mass. The approximately 200 students from 29 Massachusetts communities also tested their knowledge of the area’s soils, forests, water, and wildlife as part of the competition. At this outdoor field event, teams rotated through four “ecostations” where they answered written questions and engaged in hands-on activities such as soil analysis, wildlife habitat assessment, tree identification, and water quality testing. Each team had up to 10 participants and split into specialized sub-teams during the competition, each focusing their efforts at different ecostations.

At the fifth station, the Current Issue, each team gave a 15-minute presentation on “Abundant, Affordable Healthy Food” to a panel of judges. Teams researched the Current Issue in their own community in preparation for their presentation. Each panel of judges included concerned citizens and environmental professionals from government agencies, non-profit organizations, academia and private industry. Teams were asked to explore current and future prospects for growing, harvesting, and distributing food in their own home communities and across the Commonwealth. This year’s top scoring teams from our area are: Current Issue 2nd Place: Bristol County Agricultural High School “These teams worked hard getting to know their local ecosystems and how their communities depend on them. We tested their scientific knowledge, but we also liked hearing their stories about how they have gotten muddy, cold, and tired, and otherwise had fun and fallen in love with nature in their neighborhood. The best hope for the future comes from engaged, scientifically literate citizens who care about their communities and the environment,” said Kelley Freda of the Mass. Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Division of Water Supply Protection and Chair of the Massachusetts Envirothon Steering Committee. “The Envirothon is more than just a competition about environmental knowledge. Many teams have taken what they’ve learned and put it to work in an action/ service project in their community. The program aims to prepare the next generation for the stewardship work that needs to be done,” said Freda. “And thiseannual AcceptcomW !gathpetition actually becomes a festive ouchers of ering of the environmentalVcommunity Massachusetts where students learn from the environmental professionals and the environmental professionals learn from the students.” The overall winning team will have the opportunity to represent Massachusetts in the North American Envirothon, which will be held July 28th to August 2nd in Raleigh, North Carolina. The 2019 Massachusetts Envirothon was made possible through the contributions of partnering agencies and organizaWe offer: tions, including financial support from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs, the U.S. Forest • Smaller • Fine Arts Class Sizes Service, the Massachusetts Grange, Envi-Program ronmental Business Council of New Eng• Farm Setting • Music land, Wegman’s supermarkets and local conservation districts. • Gardens • Accredited

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Dates to Remember

June 10 Spring Concert with Miss Lopez - DRRHS 6:30pm June 12 Grade 5 Field Trip HR 103 104 June 12 Grade 8 Step Up Day June 12 PTSA Meeting at PRES 6:30pm June 13 BMS Talent Show June 17 Grade 8 Field Trip June 18 Grade 8 Celebration of Achievement June 19 Last Day of School –For Students in Grades 5-8. Students Dismissed at 11:30 a.m. June 25 School Committee Meeting

The following students also participated on this year’s team: Cassidy Cross, Dustee Forster, Abigail Gilliatt, Kate Lewandowski, Lindsey Luthi, Una Soliday, Ella Wasylow, Nathaniel Wheeler, John White, Caraline Corvi, Kylie Mirra, Jeff McNaughton, and Tim Zibrida. Congratulations on a great season!

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Students of the Month

The following students were presented with Student of the Month Certificates for the month of April: Gr. 8 – Sophia Silva/Cote David Gr. 7 –Sarah Rodrigues/William Kendall Gr. 6 – Abigail Salwierz/Robert Gomes Gr. 5 – Cailee Leonard/Joshua Auricchio Related Arts – Gia Papa/Andrew Gomes

Mrs. Mitnik Presented Educator of the Year Award by Rehoboth Lions Club We are very proud to announce that Mrs. Christina Mitnik, one of Beckwith’s grade 7 special education teachers, has been selected as the recipient of the 2019 Educator of the Year award by the Rehoboth Lions Club. This award is presented to a professional educator in Rehoboth or DRRHS whose dedication to the students and whose accomplishments in the field of education serve as models to both active professionals and those entering the profession. On May 8th, Mrs. Mitnik was recognized at an awards banquet at the Venus de Milo Grade 7 Surprised Mrs Mitnik in Swansea. Mrs. Mitnik was Teacher of the Year at Lunch nominated by Mrs. Amy Brown who noted that Mrs. Mitnik was like a second mom to her child, caring for his educational and emotional needs, and cheering him on to be the best student he could be. Thank you, Mrs. Mitnik, for going above and beyond for our students every day. Your commitment to supporting students is admirable and your positive disposition brightens the days of both students and staff. Congratulations on this much deserved award!

Beckwith Mathletes

On April 26 our math team competed against nine other schools at the spring math meet held in Raynham. Although our team placed 4th, many members of the team had boosted their scores at least 5 points each since the winter meet despite some harder topics being tested. The top three scorers for Beckwith were Andrew DaCruz, Jane Koskta, and Sean Callaghan.

Beckwith Students Participate in Jr SEMSBA Congratulations to 8th grade choral students Sofia Brown, Dustee Forster, Madelyn Kelley, and Caroline Vitale for representing Beckwith Middle School in the annual Junior SEMSBA Music Festival held on May 3rd and 4th at Braintree High School. Under the direction of choral conductor, Ms. Betty Bauman the students rehearsed with other middle and high school musicians from the Southeastern Massachusetts area to prepare a variety of musical selections. This two-day festival concluded with a concert that was enjoyed by family and friends.

Fire Prevention Poster Contest

Congratulations to Haleigh Kelley who won 2nd place for Bristol County in the Fire Prevention Poster Contest! This statewide contest spreads awareness and the importance of fire safety. Haleigh will receive a plaque, $100, and her artwork will be published in next year’s Fire Safety Calendar. She is also invited to attend a special award luncheon honoring all state winners. Congratulations again Haleigh! Miss Faletra would like to thank all students who participated in this year’s contest, as there were amazing submissions from many talented artists. continued on next page...

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Beckwith Believers Participate in Unified Bocce Jamboree

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Fiona, our 65’ inflatable, life-size, finback whale created by Mrs. Gelene Sousa and former Beckwith teacher Peg Caron, returned to Beckwith on May 21st for a visit in our gym with our seventh grade students. Classes of students came down for their lessons inside the whale in preparation for their upcoming whale watch field trip.

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• If the user chooses to answer a question, their answer and the original question are then posted to their public profile • Every profile is public by default • Profiles include a profile picture, a name, a custom status, and answered questions • According to the app “All information publicly visible on a profile was provided by the account owner and can be removed from the public eye.” • Tellonym allows users to follow others and see their answers • The search feature allows users to look for others based on their age, gender, and location • Users can ask questions anonymously or users can choose to add their name • Users can block other users without the app notifying the follower • Users can report questions without revealing to the other user that they are being reported • The Tellonym app can be linked to a user’s Instagram, Snapchat, or Twitter account, meaning inappropriate messages can include inappropriate images • Users can filter content based on specific keywords

Library Scavenger Hunt Ms. McQuilkin organized a Library Scavenger Hunt for Beckwith students. Based on the clues given, students needed to be able to find the ten titles and list the required information. The winners of the Library Scavenger Hunt were Madison Mello and Jaelynn Johnson. Congratulations to Madison and Jaelynn and thank you to Ms. McQuilkin for creating engaging learning experiences for our students. Winners of the Library Scavenger Hunt Challenge

Nurse’s Notes

To parents of 6th grade students: Pursuant to Massachusetts Department of Health regulations students entering 7th grade in the fall for school year 2019-2020 must submit a current physical dated after August 2018 as well as proof of having received the Tdap booster and the 2nd Varicella (Chicken Pox) booster. Without this proper medical documentation, your child will be subject to exclusion from school. Documentation must be sent to the school nurse BEFORE the first day of school. Please reach out to Mrs. Cathy Mondor, RN to let her know when such documentation will be sent in and if your child will be seeing his/her pediatrician over the summer.

App Update- Tellonym App from smartsocial.com What is the Tellonym app?

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While I was travelling in Europe, I shared a sleeper car on a train with six college students from Korea. I had just recently graduated with a degree in Education and shared that I was hoping to be a teacher. All six students gasped in awe and treated me like a celebrity for the rest of the time we shared together. I enjoyed the attention because it was far from the feedback I heard back in the States. When telling someone I was studying Education in the US, I generally heard something like “oh yeah, summers off. Right on,” or “well you’re not going to make a lot of money but good for you.” That feedback is correct, but it misses the point. That feedback completely ignores the fact that teaching is a calling more than a job. It’s a lifestyle… a commitment to helping others better themselves. That’s what’s great about it, but also what can make it very hard. Concern for students often goes beyond the school bell; unlike those in business, teachers do not have to worry about customers or products. Teachers worry about kids. Everything a teacher does, whether they are having a good or bad day, has an impact on kids. Teachers are always on… they are always working. BMS administration understands the work it takes and the toll it takes to teach every day. We appreciate the staff here at BMS because of our staff’s commitment to kids. Teaching is very dif-

June 2019 ficult, but it is also very rewarding. There is no better feeling than watching a student “get it” or developing a lesson that emotionally engages students. Teaching is often thankless. So we would like to take this opportunity to thank our teachers and staff for all that they do to make Beckwith a place that kids and staff want to be every day. Sincerely, Joe Pirraglia

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Saint Raphael Academy Announces Third Quarter Honor Roll

Saint Raphael Academy congratulates students from Bristol County who have achieved honor roll status for the third marking period in academic year 2018-19. They are: Highest Honors Grade 12: Taylor Troiano (Seekonk) First Honors Grade 9: Jakob Gries (Seekonk), Kaitlyn Newton (Seekonk) Grade 10: Madison Kotch (Rehoboth) Samuel White (Seekonk) Grade 12: John deAbreu (Rehoboth), Jacob Summerly (Seekonk) Second Honors Grade 10: Meryem Oldro (Seekonk), Grade 12: Nolan Carlson (Seekonk), Jaclyn Martin (Rehoboth)

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AARP Massachusetts Monthly Fraud Watch Update for June 2019 Did you know that someone’s identity gets stolen every two a flyer in the mail offering an incentive for signing up for a DNA seconds? The AARP Fraud Watch Network provides you with sample. Before engaging, consider that genetic tests must be tips and resources to help you spot and avoid identity theft and ordered by your doctor and must be medically necessary to be fraud so you can protect yourself and your family. Our watchdog covered by Medicare. Scammers use these tactics to steal your alerts will keep you up to date on con artists’ latest tricks. It’s insurance information and sensitive medical information. Additionfree of charge for everyone: AARP members, non-members, and ally, some might sell your DNA information to third party companies people of all ages. AND you will still owe the costs since they aren’t covered by your Scam Alert: Illegal Robocalls and Spoofing insurance plan. Know the risks and speak to your doctor and inAmerican homes received more than 48 billion robocalls (autosurance provider before agreeing to “no-cost” tests and lengthy dialed calls) in 2018. While many are legitimate – your doctor’s medical history assessments. office confirming an appointment, your pharmacy letting you know Be a fraud fighter! If you can spot a scam, you can stop a your prescription is ready, even AARP calling to offer educational scam. Report scams to local law enforcement. Contact the AARP sessions on things like fraud prevention – experts estimate that Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork for more 40% of robocalls could be scams. Fend off the scammers! Add information on fraud prevention. all your numbers to the National Do Not Call Registry (donotcall.gov). Explore free or low-cost call blocking options. Verify the identity of a caller – by your phone book or Over 20 Years Experience in the Local Community online. And report scam calls to the Federal Trade Commission at ftc.gov/complaint so EST. 1994 the good guys know what the bad guys are up to. Also, recognize that incoming calls can be “spoofed” – faked to look like legitimate callers, so don’t solely rely on Caller ID. Scam Alert #2: Funeral Fraud Have you considered prepaying for funeral arrangements to alleviate your family from the burden on your behalf? Consider these risks before calling the local funeral home: Anytime you pay for services in advance, you run the risk of not receiving what you paid for. A funeral home may go out of business or may not honor the arrangement for any number of reasons. Funeral homes are required to provide an upfront, detailed price list. Before prepaying, get a written contract that shows exactly what you’re buying and make sure you (and your family) understand what is included. Finally, check your state’s regulations to find out if you are protected if the funeral home goes out of business. Scam Alert #3: Family Emergency Scam Under-reported and overly difficult on our hearts, this scam, often called the “grandparent scam”, preys on family bonds. Scammers claim to be a member of your family or a police officer or lawyer representing your loved one. They will tell stories of an accident, arrest, or kidnapping and request money to resolve the situation. Often they request that you not tell anyone else. If you receive a request like this, slow down, ask questions, and consult others in your family. Avoid talking to someone who We are licensed and insured for your protection. threatens you or your loved ones and be wary of anyone who demands an immediate payment or decision. Scam Alert #4: DNA Testing Scams A new Medicare scam involves “free” DNA swab tests as health screenings. You may visit a booth at a health fair or receive

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From the State House Representative Steven Howitt Supports Chapter 90 Bond Bill

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Boston – State Representative Steven Howitt, R-Seekonk has announced that Seekonk and Rehoboth are one step closer to receiving $584,745 and $612,401 respectively, for local road and bridge repairs as part of a multi-million-dollar bond bill approved by the House of Representatives. “Returning money to the District is a high priority. I’m hopeful this Bill will ultimately be signed by Governor Baker.” House Bill 69, An Act financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges, provides for $200 million in Chapter 90 funding reimbursement for cities and towns for Fiscal Year 2020. The bill was enacted by the House of Representatives on a vote of 152-0 on May 29, with support from Representative Howitt, who also voted to engross the bill when it initially passed the House on May 8. Established by the Legislature in 1973, the Chapter 90 program allocates funding on an annual basis to cities and towns through a formula that is based on the weighted average of a municipality’s population, employment, and total road miles. The money is paid out as reimbursements to communities for qualifying infrastructure work. Chapter 90 funds can be spent on a variety of municipal roadway projects, including resurfacing, drainage, sidewalks, guardrails, traffic control, right-of-way acquisition and street lighting. The funding can also be used for bikeways, landscaping and tree planting associated with certain projects, and for purchasing and maintaining certain road building machinery, equipment and tools. The Chapter 90 bond bill now requires a final enactment vote in the Senate before it can be sent to Governor Charlie Baker for his signature.

Representative Steven Howitt Supports Hands-Free Cell Phone Driving Bill to Improve Road Safety

Boston – Saying it will improve safety and reduce fatalities on Massachusetts roadways, State Representative Steven Howitt RSeekonk, joined with his colleagues to support legislation mandating hands-free cell phone use while driving. House Bill 3793 bans the use of a handWINDOWS | DOORS | KITCHENS | STAIRS | MOULDINGS | CUSTOM MILLWORK held phone while operating a motor vehicle, and imposes fines ranging from $100 to $500 for violations. The bill was approved by the House of Representatives on a vote of 155-2 on May 15. VistaGrande™ “The public’s safety is of the utmost Fiberglass Doors importance and House Bill 3793 works provide a cleaner towards establishing very clear criteria for appearance with use of cell phones while operating a motor vehicle,” noted Representative Howitt. authentic stile Current state law prohibits drivers unand rail features der the age of 18 from using cell phones and a wider while operating a motor vehicle. However, viewing area. adults can use hand-held devices to make calls while driving, provided they keep one hand on the steering wheel at all times. House Bill 3793 would ban the use of hand-held cell phones for all drivers, while still allowing for the use of Bluetooth devices and other voice-activated technology. The bill provides exceptions for drivers who use their phone to report an emergency or for viewing GPS navigation, and also al-

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June 2019 lows drivers to use a single tap or swipe to activate or deactivate their device’s hands-free setting. Under the House bill, violators would be fined $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second offense, and $500 for all subsequent offenses. Violations would not be considered a surchargeable offense for insurance purposes. House Bill 3793 also builds upon an existing state law, passed in 2000, that requires police to note the race of the driver when issuing a traffic citation or warning. The bill requires this data to be collected, analyzed, and included in an annual report issued by the Secretary of Public Safety and Security to ensure that law enforcement officers are not engaging in racial profiling. The bill also requires the Registry of Motor Vehicles, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to implement an annual public awareness campaign regarding the dangers of distracted driving. The bill now heads to the Senate for further action.

Representative Steven Howitt Supports Passage of $42.7 Billion House Budget for Fiscal Year 2020

Boston – State Representative Steven Howitt, R-Seekonk, joined with his House colleagues to approve a $42.7 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2020. Engrossed on a vote of 154-1 on April 25, the House spending plan includes significant funding increases for local aid to cities and towns, most importantly, while foregoing any broad-based tax increases. It also calls for a $264 million deposit into the rainy day account, which will provide the state with more than $2.7 billion to mitigate future spending cuts in the event of an economic downturn. The House budget provides a $218 million increase in Chapter 70 education aid, bringing the statewide total to $5.126 billion, while setting minimum per pupil aid at $30. An additional $1.1 billion has been allocated for unrestricted local aid to help support a wide range of municipal services, reflecting a $29.6 million increase over current fiscal year spending. Representative Howitt noted that “The House budget plan will provide Seekonk with $6,705,263 in Chapter 70 education aid and $1,306,706 in unrestricted state aid in Fiscal Year 2020. During floor debate on the budget, I was able to secure funding for several important local initiatives for the 4th Bristol District, including the Rehoboth and Norton Emergency Generator Projects.” To address some of the funding equity concerns raised by the Foundation Budget Review Commission, the House budget sets aside $16.5 million to assist school districts serving a high percentage of low-income students. An additional $2 million has been allocated to the Supporting Healthy Alliances Reinforcing Education (SHARE) grant program, which will help schools address non-academic barriers to student success using community-based resources to improve access to social services and behavioral health providers. Cities, towns and regional school districts will also see additional education funding under the House budget proposal, which contains: • $328.8 million for the Special Education Circuit Breaker, a $9.5 million increase over current spending; • $73.8 million for regional school transportation, a $4.9 million increase over current levels that will provide for an 80 percent reimbursement rate; and • $113 million for charter school tuition reimbursements, an increase of $23 million. To help individuals and families struggling with addiction, the House budget provides $143.9 million for the Bureau of Substance Abuse Addiction Services, which includes funding increases for five new recovery centers and the Massachusetts Access to Recovery services. The budget includes $49.4 million for Substance Use

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Rehoboth Council on Aging A Municipal Department of the Town

55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769

Phone 508-252-3373 Fax 508-252-4617

Special Announcements for the Month

Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon

Kitchen hours: Monday – Thursdays 8:00am to 12 noon

Card Games

Line Dancing Classes

• We are still in need of cotton or flannel fabric for our pillowcase project. • We are donating “Baby Stuff” to new Moms at Sturdy Hospital. So if you love to knit, crochet, and/or sew and would like to make extra items. We will donate the items to Sturdy Hospital.

Mondays at 9:00 AM - Cribbage Weds at 12:30 PM we have Hi-Lo Jack Come on in and try your luck and have a great time doing it. All are welcome and if you are not sure how to play the folks will gladly teach you.

Get in the grove if you like dancing. Everyone is welcome to try out some steps. Cost is $3.00 per class.

COA Corner

Michelle’s Art Classes Cost for this is $4.00. Come on in and join us. Art classes are Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. Old and new students are welcome. Come in and have fun painting. Come early and have breakfast that is being served from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM Wednesdays.

We are looking for children’s print fabric donations. We make pillowcases for Sturdy Hospital in lieu of the plastic “Personal Belongings” bag. The bags are given to kids coming in for surgeries, sleep studies, etc., to put their stuff in and take with them when they go home. We are also looking for yarn donations to make chemo hats and infant hats.

Gert’s Café

Lunch is served at Gert’s Café. Mondays at 12 Noon. Stop in and enjoy a delicious lunch for the bargain price of a $3.00 donation. Please sign up .

Tuesday’s Sandwiches

Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The menu will be posted on the Monday before.

The COA Breakfast

Wed from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

The COA is serving egg sandwiches, 2 pieces of French toast or 2 pancakes for $2.00 donation and with your choice of ham, sausage, bacon or home fries for an extra .50 Start your day off with good home style cooked breakfast or have a mid-day snack for those who wake up with or before the chickens! Come on in and join us!

Tasty Thursdays Lunch

Tasty Thursday Lunch is held on the last Thursday of the Month at 12 Noon. Please come in and join us for lunch with friends. Cost $3.00 donation.

Men’s Morning Coffee Fridays at 9:00 AM

Come in and enjoy fresh coffee, pastry, and conversation with this lively group.

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Art Classes

Knitting and Crochet Group

If you like to knit or Crochet or you wanted to learn this amazing Craft the Ladies of the Needles are always there to share their knowledge with you. Don’t be shy; women and men are both invited. Come in and try it out Fridays at 10:00 AM.

Ladies Sewing and Quilting Guild

This is our charitable sewing group. We will still be making pillowcases, baby blankets, baby quilts. No experience necessary. Meets Tuesdays at 10:30 AM.

Blood Pressures & Glucose Screenings

Our town of Rehoboth nurse, Jamie Noonie, will be available for blood pressure and glucose screenings. Please contact the COA 508-252-3372 for more information.

Podiatry Clinic with Dr. Marian Markowitz

Dr. Markowitz’s appointments start at 10:00 AM. Please call 508-252-3372 to schedule your appointment.

Tai Chi Classes

Tuesdays at 9:00 AM.

A way to exercise that’s easy on the joints and helps with balance...Makes a whole new you and has a great positive outcome for any age. Cost is $3.00 per class.

Tuesdays at 10:00 AM.

Chair Yoga Exercise Classes Thursdays at 9:00 AM

Come and try this gentle style of yoga that’s performed mostly from a seated position.

Zumba

Thursdays at 10:00 AM.

Zumba is a fun aerobic workout that mixes in dance moves. Dance to great music, with great people, and burn calories without even realizing it. Cost is $3.00.

Meals on Wheels

Please contact Bristol Elders, Inc. at (508) 675-2101 for information on the Meals on Wheels program.

The Best is Yet to Come

A senior social group that helps sponsor and do activities that members suggest. They meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 1:00 PM at the Senior Center. They have many great activities through out the year. Annual dues are $6.00.

Senior Citizens Club

The Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club is a social and charitable club to help seniors in Rehoboth have a better life. Meetings are scheduled for the 1st Thursday at 12:30 and the 3rd Thursday at 12 Noon at the Rehoboth Council of Aging building.

The Friends of the Elderly

The Friends of the Elderly help and partially fund some of the services at the Rehoboth Council on Aging - such as the podiatry. Friends meet at 10:30 AM on the 3rd Monday of the month. New members are always welcome.

Veterans’ Information and Benefits

Veterans Service Officer, Jake Kramer, can help you. Call 508-252-4467 for an appointment(s) as needed. Office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 AM to – 4:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to Noon.

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Important Information about Joining Activities

Registration is required for all upcoming programs. All activities will have participant signup sheets for that program. Most of the activity programs that are in the Council on Aging are free and open to the public. Some programs require minimum attendance. If there is no interest then that activity will either be canceled or postponed. Please call 508-252-3372 for information on all activities or to sign up.

COA Bulletin Post on Community Information:

Please check the bulletin boards every time you come in to the Council on Aging for information on up coming events such as Free Health Screenings, Support Groups, and other important information that could benefit you, your family or friends.

S.H.I.N.E / OUTREACH

The COA’s Outreach/SHINE worker Bradley Marshall is available Mondays thru Wednesdays 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM and Thursdays 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM to assist you with social service needs such as; fuel, food, housing, medical insurance, and intervention help. Please call for an appointment at 508-252-3372. Reminder: SNAP (Nutrition Program – Food Stamps) benefits can be applied for through this office. Please call for particulars on how to apply. Don’t be deciding whether to buy medication, pay bills or food for the table. Call Bradley Marshall to discuss areas he can help you with. Reminder: FUEL ASSISTANCE – State Fuel Assistance for 2016-2017 winter season for new applicants has begun. Past enrollees should have already received their renewal applications for the 2016-2017 Fuel year. If you need assistance in completing renewals please contact this office. For additional questions for this service please call Bradley Marshall who can help guide you in preparation for the new application year. If you are low on heating fuel (¼ tank or less), call the Outreach Office, Bradley Marshall, to see if you qualify for emergency assistance.

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Serving Health Information Needs of Elders

You are new to Medicare and have just received your card. Here is some basic information on Medicare. Medicare Basics There are many different options when you sign up for Medicare, but there are some things that apply to everyone who has it. Let’s review the basics of Medicare now that you’ve signed up. We’ll start with the newest addition to your wallet.

Your Medicare card Once you join Medicare, Social Security will send you a red, white and blue Medicare card in the mail. It will look like the card at right. Some important things to look for are included. Your Medicare number is usually the same as or very similar to your Social Security number. Be sure to keep your card and number safe. Do not share them with anyone except your doctors. If you sign up for Part C (Medicare Advantage), Part D (prescription drug) or a Medigap plan or have Medicaid, you will be mailed a separate membership card. Keep these cards safe and bring them with your Medicare card to the doctor or the pharmacy. You will need to let your providers know which plans you have. What if I lose my Medicare card? If you lose your Medicare card, you can ask for a new one from Social Security either online or by telephone: Visit the Medicare Card Replacement section of Social Security’s website, or call Social Security’s hotline at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY users, call 1-800-325-0778). Social Security will mail you a new card in about 30 days. If you need proof sooner, just let Social Security know. They can give you proof that you can use until you get a replacement card. Knowing your Medicare rights No matter which type of Medicare coverage you have, you have certain rights and responsibilities. You have a right to: • Be treated fairly and not experience discrimination • Have access to doctors and hospitals • Receive emergency and urgent care when you need it • Know what Medicare will and will not cover • Appeal certain decisions about your coverage or payment • File complaints about your care • Have your personal information kept private You are responsible for: • Knowing when you must sign up or change plans • Reading all letters from Medicare • Asking questions, if you don’t understand • Protecting your Medicare card and number • Asking your doctors and other healthcare providers if they take Medicare before you accept services • Calling Medicare if you feel a doctor, insurance agent or plan has misled you. You also have the right to choose someone to help you make decisions about your Medicare coverage, called an authorized representative. Who is an authorized representative? This person is only authorized to help you with Medicare — with joining a plan, quitting a plan, finding out information about

your insurance and handling claims and payments. An authorized representative cannot make decisions about your medical care. These people are already authorized representatives: • Your guardian • Your durable power of attorney for healthcare (where allowed by state law) • Your durable power of attorney Source: Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services, References (CMS) Managed Care Manual, And National Council on Aging information for Seniors. For assistance in understanding your coverage and supplements to go with Medicare please contact Bradley Marshall at the COA for an appointment to guide you in this process, call: 508-252-3372.

Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club The Inside Scoop

The Club meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at noon. The first Thursday is a regular meeting followed by snacks and bingo or a game day. The 3rd Thursday usually has a meal then a brief meeting followed by different activities; such as games, entertainment, etc. June 8th the Club is having a Craft and Yard Sale from 9:00 to 3:00 on the grounds of the senior center. Kitchen will be open. Spaces are $15. To reserve a space send a non-refundable payment of $5.00 made out to the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club, Inc. and mail in care of the senior center. For questions please call Diana 508 336-4195 or Lorraine 508 916-0971. The Club does not meet the months of July and August. Annual Fall Bazaar is October 19th at the senior center from 9:00 to 3:00. Club is asking members for crafts, knitted goods, and items for prizes. We would appreciate anyone’s help the day of the event. November 21st is Thanksgiving luncheon 12:00 to 3:00. December 19th is Christmas party with entertainment by Kalifornia Karl 12:00 to 3:00. *We are in dire need of help at our meetings and events with serving and clean-up. If you are well and able, we would appreciate any help that you can give. Get involved. It keeps you young.

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Seekonk Human Services 540 Arcade Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771 P. 508-336-8772 F. 508-336-2239

Hours of Operation

Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm Friday 8:30am – 12:30pm

Staff

Director

Brittney Faria

Assistant Director Ashley Cartwright

Outreach

Veronica Brickley

Clerk

Kimberly Mallon

Community Liaison Carol Poncin

Receptionist

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Human Services Council

Beverly Della Grotta, Chairperson Irene Andrews, Vice Chairperson Anne Libby, Secretary Christine Allen Guy Boulay Theresa McGregor Josephine Veader

Southcoast Wellness Van

Wednesday, June 5, 9am to 12pm

Free Health Screenings • Cholesterol • Blood Pressure • Blood Sugar Testing • Tetanus Vaccines • Pneumonia Vaccines • Quit Smoking Education

Southcoast Urgent Care

Wednesday, June 12, 11:30am

Southcoast Urgent Care in Seekonk will be presenting on Weight Loss programs to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle. They will also be going over smoking cessation programs to help you or loved ones with smoking. This is a free program available to all. Lunch menu will be available at Human Services for $2.25. Please sign up and pay in advance for the lunch.

Podiatry clinic with Dr. Lechan Wednesday, June 12, 1-3 p.m.

Dr. Alan Lechan is out of Fall River, Mass but will be coming to Seekonk Human Services to perform a Podiatry Clinic. Appointment is required for the Podiatry Clinic.

Please call 508-336-8772 to schedule your appointment. Items needed are insurance cards with your doctor’s names, date of last doctor’s visit, summary of last visit, and list of medications. *Please check with your insurance regarding co-pays.

will start Monday, June 24, 2019 from 10am to 12pm. Books will be available for purchase at the first class for $6. Please contact Nancy Smutek to sign up for class or if you have any questions, 508-336-9547.

Tech Time

Tuesday, June 25, 11:30am

Wednesday, June 12, 2pm—4pm

Students from MTTI in Seekonk will be coming to Seekonk Human Services on the second Wednesday of the month from 2pm to 4pm to help individuals out with their electronics. Bring your laptop, tablet, or cell phone and learn what they all have to offer or clean out the hard drive of your computer.

Men’s Breakfast at Toti’s

Thursday, June 13, 9:30am

All men are welcome to attend and no sign up is required. Bring a friend with you to enjoy a delicious breakfast. There is no set price for breakfast, order what you want, pay for what you order.

Blood Pressure and Gluclose Clinic

Wednesday, June 19, 9-10:30 a.m.

Seekonk EMT will be performing our blood pressure clinic! This is a first come, first serve basis. Come on down and get your blood pressure checked.

Until Help Arrives!

Wednesday, June 19, 11:30am

Presentation for the Until Help Arrives course, designed to teach students basic skills to keep people with life-threatening injuries alive until professional help arrives. This could benefit all who attend this program, should there comes a time in your life if a loved one would need your help until the professional arrives. This program is free, so please take advantage of it. Lunch menu will be available at Human Services for $2.25. Please sign up and pay in advance for the lunch.

Women’s Brunch

Persy’s Place, East Providence Thursday, June 20, 10am

All women are invited to attend, there is no sign up necessary. Bring a friend and enjoy good food and good conversation. All meals are dutch treat.

Basic Beginners Sign Language Monday, June 24, 10am-12pm

This is a signed English class. You will learn words, sentences and choruses. Class

Coffee Chat

Join us Tuesday, June 25 at 11:30am with our Director, Brittney Faria; Assistant Director, Ashley Cartwright; and Veterans’ Service Officer, Jim LaFlame for a meet and greet with questions and concerns you may have! This is a perfect opportunity to get to know what goes on in the office and programs that are available to you and loved ones. Coffee and pastries will be available.

TRIAD Annual Celebration and 4th of July Party Wednesday, June 26, 11:30am

Come join in on celebrating our annual TRIAD Celebration and 4th of July Party. There will be music, fun and food. Don’t miss it! Entertainment By Barney Mallon. Advanced sign up and payment are required for lunch. Activity is free of charge. Lunch will be Hot Dogs/Hamburgers for $5.00.

Let’s Learn Together! Managing Contacts

Wednesday, June 26, 2:00 pm

The Contacts app on your smart phone or tablet is like a supercharged little black address book. In this session we will explore the commonly used features of Contacts. Librarian Michelle Gario will lead this 90 minute class. Bring your own phone or tablet; please make sure your device is fully charged or bring your cable and charger. Contact the Senior Center to register. 508336-8772

Brown Bags

Wednesday, June 26

Brown Bag drop off will be from 9:00am—11:00am and pick up at the center will be 11:15am to 12pm.

Chair Yoga

Mon. & Wed., 10-10:50am

It has been shown to help alleviate or reduce many health challenges. The many benefits of Yoga have even been said to slow down the physical ailments associated with the aging process. Health benefits have included improvements in Sleep; Strength/ Arthritis; Diabetes; Hypertension; Excess Weight; Mood/Anxiety; Depression; Chronic Pain as well as Breathing.

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Balance - Memory - Weight

Three of the biggest problems for senior citizens are poor balance, memory loss and the inability to loose excess weight. Using the Wii Fit Plus program on a regular basis can help you with all three of these things. Exercise is not always easy and sometimes it hurts. This is a painless and fun way to exercise. I would love to show you how this program could help you. Contact Nancy at 508-336-9547.

Beginner Line Dancing Mondays @ 11am

and Thursdays at 11:30am for $2.25 each. The menu will be available at Seekonk Human Services. Sign up is required for this as the meals are brought in from an outside agency.

Bingo

Thursdays at 1pm

BINGO cards will be sold from 12pm until 12:45pm on Thursdays. BINGO will start promptly at 1pm. No tickets will be sold after 12:45pm. Thank you!

Silver Sneakers

Tuesday & Thursday 10-10:45am

If you would like to learn how to Line Dance this is the class for you! You will be starting off with some easy line dances. Join the fun and have a great time!! A few Line Dances you will be learning: Cupid Shuffle, Cab Driver, Ah Si! Cowboy Shuffle, etc. Instructed by Carol. Activity is free of charge.

Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Resistance training and activities is achieved with the use of hand weights and tubing. A chair is used for seating and standing support.

Guided Meditation with Jan Randall

Wednesdays at 1pm

1st and 3rd Monday, 11-11:30 am

In this this 30 minute group participants will be led through guided visual imagery designed to help you relax, restore balance and renew vitality by allowing the body to truly rest. Benefits of guided meditation can include: stress reduction, a feeling of joy, increased energy, a calmer state of mind and better sleep. Each session will have a different theme where the meditation will focus on topics like relaxation, happiness, healing, and more. No experience required just a willingness to give it a try. At the end of meditation participants can choose a card that has a message to keep in mind for the week ahead.

Knitting for the Needy Mondays at 12:30pm

In our Knitting Club, our exceptional volunteers give their time to knit for those in need. The items are donated to Citizens for Citizens Inc., who then distributes them to needy families in Seekonk and other surrounding communities. Free yarn is available at Human Services to all club members. For more information call 508-336-8772.

Zumba

Mondays at 1pm

Melissa Nelson will be instructing a Zumba class on Monday afternoons at 1pm. Zumba is an aerobic fitness program featuring movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance.

Nutritional Meals

Wed. & Thur. at 11:30am

Starting in May Seekonk Human Services will be offering nutritional meals on Tuesdays

Mahjong

American mahjong utilizes racks, jokers, “Hands and Rules” score cards and has several distinct game play mechanics.

Cribbage

Thursdays 1pm to 3pm

Cribbage players wanted! Come drop in on a Thursday afternoon and play cribbage.

Advanced Floor Yoga Fridays 9am—10am

This class is a Vinyasa practice that is taught at a slower pace to help students find beneficial alignment and nourishment in each pose. This a truly a practice for all and will leave you feeling energized and centered. $2 per person.

Tai Chi

Fridays 10:15am – 11am

This ancient but effective form of exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety. It also helps increase flexibility and balance. Its benefits can help reduce back pain and pain from knee osteoarthritis, and improve quality of life. We hope you’ll join us!

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Riding Dial-A-Ride is Easy: To be considered for Dial-A-Ride service, customers must completed GATRA’s Statewide Access Pass and ADA Paratransit Eligibility Application form and/or a Senior Application. BEFORE CALLING, HAVE YOUR TRIP INFORMATION READY. Exact address and requested travel times are required. The day before your travel date, please call the office to check your pick up times. We ask that you call the office between 4:30pm and 6:00pm Monday through Friday, and

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Two Safety Measures, One Priority

Free programs from the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office

Bristol County Sherriff Thomas Hodgson is offering the free “R.U.O.K?” program. Calls are placed to seniors, disabled persons, and shut-ins at the same time each day to check on the well-being of the individual. After a second call if no one answer, Emergency responders will be dispatched to check in on the person. Applications are available at Seekonk Human. Services, or by calling 774-628-0030. Free File of Life Folders are available at Seekonk Human Services. These folders are designed to be kept on your refrigerator as an alert to emergency medical personnel of your medical information during an emergency situation. These files could save your life or the life of a loved one. Pick up yours today!

2019 trips

Newport Playhouse Lobsterfest Presents: Always a Bridesmaid Tuesday, June 18

Departure 10am and Return Approx 5pm $75 per person (driver gratuity included) In this hilarious comedic romp, 4 friends have sworn to keep the promise they made at their Senior Prom: to be in each other’s weddings… no matter what. 30 years later, these Southern friends-for-life are still determined to honor that vow. If you’ve ever elbowed a stranger out of the way to catch a bride’s bouquet, questioned the mental stability of the duo saying “I do” or been forced to wear the world’s ugliest bridesmaid dress, this deliriously funny comedy is for you!

Gloucester Schooner Tour Wednesday, July 17

Departure 7am and Return approximately 7pm $107 per person (driver gratuity included) This trip will include a 2 hour sail in the oldest seaport in America, Gloucester! Enjoy the quiet as you sail about Gloucester’s beautiful protected harbor on this special vessel, The Lannon. The Lannon was built from scratch in 1997. It’s a 65ft wooden vessel that seats 49. You will sail peacefully past lighthouses, castles, working fishing boats, and magnificent waterfront homes. Listen to Capt. Tom tell tales of Gloucester fisherman and of building The Lannon. Following our amazing cruise we head to lunch at the one & only Gloucester House. Enjoy your choice of Baked House Scrod or Baked Stuffed Breast of Chicken and then some free time in Rockport before department home.

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Block Island Tour

The Ultimate Tribute Show at Lake Pearl – Wrentham, MA

Atlantic City Boys at Danversport Yacht Club – Danvers, MA

Departure approximately 10:30am – 11:00am $94 per person (driver gratuity included) Elton John and Billy Joel tribute artists Greg Ransom and Mike O’Brien have joined forces to create The Ultimate Tribute Show “Face to Face.” Just like the original tour each artist performs a solo set with a five to six piece Rock N Roll band, and then culminates the show with a Face to Face set which features both of them playing together on two pianos trading off lyrics on each song they perform. Our show is a day of hit songs, energetic performance, outrageous costumes, and true Rock N Roll at its finest! Plated lunch choice or stuffed breast of chicken or baked scrod, meals include salad, potato, vegetables, bread, dessert and coffee/tea. *Pick up location will be at the Park & Ride on Route 44 in East Providence. *Sign up begins June 3

Departure 8:30am and Return approximately 7:30pm $112 per person (driver gratuity included) We will meet the ferry at Point Judith, Rhode Island. A representative will give a brief overview of the day’s itinerary. Upon arrival in Block Island, you will be given the Island Tour. The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and fifteen minutes and includes a stop at the historical Southeast Light. After the tour you enjoy lunch at the National Hotel. Today, you will have your choice of Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Pasta Pomodori, & Flame Grilled Salmon. After lunch, you will have some free time to walk and shop in the Old Harbor’s downtown. We will depart for home in the afternoon.

Wednesday, September 18

Departure approximately 9:00am – 10:00am $92 per person (driver gratuity included) The Atlantic City Boys are four dynamic lead singers who have wowed audiences in Las Vegas, Walt Disney World, Atlantic City, as well as cruise ships around the world. Their show is an exciting mix of world class vocals and interactive comedy – featuring the rock-n-roll harmonies of the Beach Boys, Drifters, the BeeGees, and or course, Frankie Vallie and the Four Seasons. The boys have performed with many greats, from Jay Leno to Huey Lewis, Pattie Labelle and the Temptations! Plated lunch choice or stuffed breast of chicken or baked scrod, meals include salad, potato, vegetables, bread, dessert and coffee/tea.

Thursday, October 17

Atlantic City, NJ November 3 – 5

Departure 11/3/19 at 730am and Return 11/5/19 at approximately 7pm $209 per person for double or triple occupancy OR $295 per person for single occupancy Day 1: Depart for Atlantic City with a stop on the way for coffee and lunch before arriving at the hotel. Receive your bonus package on arrival and enjoy the rest of the day! Day 2: Make sure to visit the other casinos all along the Boardwalk in Atlantic City. Day 3: Try your luck one more time before heading home. We will make stops as needed on the way home. Trip Includes: 2 nights’ accommodation, $25 slot dollars, 2 $20 meal credits, a show (on availability), motor coach transportation, and luggage handling. *Sign up begins June 3.

Ricky Nelson Remembered at the Venus de Milo Thursday, November 14

Arrival time of 11:30am $75 per person – Drive on your own Ricky Nelson Remembered is a unique multimedia entertainment event featuring the live music of Ricky Nelson’s hit songs performed by Ricky’s own identical twin sons Matthew & Gunnar Nelson and includes never before seen big screen video footage of the NELSON family with interviews from celebrities influenced by Ricky Nelson. When Matthew & Gunnar hit #1 on the Billboard with their rock band NELSON with their self-penned #1 mega hit “Can’t Live Without Your Love & Affection” it put the Nelson family in the Guinness Book of Worlds as the ONLY family in entertainment with THREE generations of #1 HITMAKERS! With their rock band NELSON, Matthew & Gunnar have five Top 40 Billboard hits, four #1 MTV videos and have sold over 6.5 million albums worldwide! Plated meal choice of chicken parmesan or baked scrod which includes potato, vegetables, bread, dessert and coffee/tea. *Sign up begins June 3. *Please note: All trips leave from Seekonk Human Services unless otherwise noted. 50% deposit is required at sign up and final payment must be made two weeks prior to trip. Checks are to be made payable to the Town of Seekonk. To ensure trips are not cancelled please sign up one month prior to trip at the latest in order to give the tour company an accurate count. For any information regarding trips please contact Seekonk Human Services at 508336-8772. Please utilized the Knights of Columbus parking lot first**

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Friends of Friends of Seekonk Human Services Sponsor Silver Tea

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NEW! Silver Tea Friends of Friends of Seekonk Human Services sponsored a Silver Tea for Seekonk seniors 75 years and older at the Senior Center on May 15, 2019. Everyone had a great time and the meal prepared and served by Young’s Caterers in Seekonk was scrumptious!

Bombshell Betty Entertains Seniors at the Seekonk Senior Center

Thank you to Bombshell Betty for her entertainment for the seniors at the Seekonk Senior Center at our Memorial Day celebration. She sang a combination of Country & Patriotic songs which was enjoyed by all.

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Dear Dave, I’ll be retiring in the next couple of years. When I leave my job, we will have a yearly income of $65,000 through my pension. I don’t think we need an emergency fund with such a dependable, steady income stream like that, but my wife disagrees. She says she would feel safer if we had money set aside just for the unexpected. What do you think we should do? —Gary Dear Gary, A good pension can feel pretty solid, but nothing’s perfect. Nothing lasts forever. There’s always the possibility of lost income or large, unexpected expenses. What if one of you has a major medical event? Life can bite you at any time, and sometimes it will take a big financial chunk out of you. You need an emergency fund! I recommend an emergency fund of three to six months of expenses. Put it in a good money market account with check writing privileges and a decent interest rate. That way, your money will work for you a little bit. With a solid pension like you’re talking about, you could probably lean toward the three-month side, if you wanted. Honestly though, I’d save up six months of expenses—just in case. Trust me, a fully funded emergency fund will make you both feel better. Plus, it can turn a disaster into nothing more than an inconvenience! —Dave

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Dear Dave, The school system I work for puts 12 percent of my pay into a public teacher retirement fund, and they match this amount. I’ve seen where you tell people to put 15 percent of their income toward retirement. If that’s the case, should I put three percent into another retirement fund? I have no debt and very little in terms of expenses. Or, what would you think about the idea of opening another retirement account at a full 15 percent of what I make? —Patti Dear Patti, I wouldn’t go as far as to pour an additional 15 percent into a different retirement plan, but I would consider putting maybe eight to 10 percent into a Roth IRA. I want you to have some money that’s separate from the school system account, just in case things go south with their retirement fund. It sounds like you’ve got a pretty good pension plan, but you never know what might happen. I’m not predicting bad things, but at the same time there’s no way I’d lean on the school system fund as my one and only source of retirement income. You should never put all your financial eggs in one basket! —Dave

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IN MEMORIAM Rehoboth MSgt. Roland F. Sprague, Ret., husband of Mary (Crafford) Sprague, a former resident of Rehoboth, passed away May 6, 2019 in Tampa, Florida. Funeral with full military honors was held at Bay Pines VA Cemetery, St. Petersburg on May 20, 2019. Ryan P. Hazel, age 14, of Rehoboth, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019. Bernice Harris Levine, 93, died on Thursday, May 16, 2019 after a long illness.

Seekonk Aldina “Dina” Kanelakos, 87, of Seekonk, MA., passed away peacefully May 1, 2019 at Crestwood Nursing Home, Warren. R.I. Waleria Kogut 91, passed away Monday May 6, 2019. She was the beloved wife of the late Pawel Kogut. Patricia A. (Savage) Hunt, 76, of Seekonk, MA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 9, 2019 at Miriam Hospital.

Raymond A. Zincone

Raymond A. Zincone, 40,of Rehoboth,died Saturday June 1,2019 at home.Born in Providence a son of Dennis and Audrey (Nunes) Zincone. He was a Painter for the Century Drywall and Painting Company for over 12 years.Raymond was a Rehoboth resident for over 25 years, coming from Warwick and Dighton. He liked cars and motorcycles. Besides his parents he is survived by his son Raymond A. Zincone of Rehoboth MA, and his twin brother Americo Zincone of Rehoboth. His funeral service will be held Thursday,June 6, 2019 at 7:00pn in the SMITH FUNERAL and MEMORIAL SERVICES, 8 Schoolhouse Road , Warren, RI. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours are Thursday from 4-8pm. www.wjsmithfh.com

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Dining Guide Sweet, Refreshing Summer Snacks

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VACATION RENTALS

CUSTOM LOG CABIN HOME: Pearl Lake Rd in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Minutes from New Hampshire attractions: Sugar Hill, Franconia Pkwy, Santa’s Village, Whale’s Tail Water Park, and Cog Railway; sleeps 6, fireplace, swimming, hiking, fishing, boating, kayaks or just R&R. Booking now for summer getaways: weekly $700 and weekends $275, Call Joe at 401-439-8089. NH VACATION HOME FOR RENT: Immaculate condo in Lincoln, NH 1 mile from Loon Mt. Walk to town,close to many attractions, 2 minute walk to river swimming, 2 heated outdoor pools, tennis courts,4 baths,4 bdrms. Sleeps 10+, fireplace,large deck,laundry room, linens & towels included. Large enough for 2 families $1500/ week & includes exit cleaning, $250/night, 4 night minimum during summer months.Non-smoking, no pets. Call Heidi @ 508-252-4525. VACATION - HONEYMOON RENTAL: St. Michael, Azores Ponta Graca (Portugal). Pristine 2 bed, 2 bath apartment with kitchen, DR, LR & laundry. Linens provided. Majestic Atlantic and mountain views from spacious deck. Near golf courses, beaches, and more. $500 Weekly. Time is sensitive, must act now. Call 401-480-0374 or 508-336-8432.

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CLASSES / LESSONS

PIANO LESSONS: Taught in my home, both classical and popular to persons of all ages. Anita Russo, 8 Terrybrooke Road, Rehoboth 508-252-4208. Tutor. Retired teacher with Masters in Elementary Education and early childhood experience looking to help students keep their skills sharp over the summer (and beyond)! Meet at your local library. $25/hour. Call Liz (401) 368-8238.

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Gregory D. Dorrance, Co. 42 Swan Brook Assisted Living 87 Donald E. MacManus, Attorney 21 Laurie P. Mullen, Attorney 43 Law Office of Luke P. Travis 11 Tri Star Autobody 56 NorthEastern Auto Supply 81 New England Tire 3 Seekonk Auto Center 96 Yankee Auto Electric Inc 65 HarborOne Mortgage 19 Your Bike Shop 71 Hammond, Inc. 65 A.M. Carpentry 13 M.G. Salois Construction 44 Nerney Construction 23 Camp Ramsbottom-Boys&Girls Club 30 Herreshoff Seamanship Program 30 One On One Basketball Camp 31 Earle’s Carpet Cleaning 73 M & S Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning 42 Twin Oaks Farm Learning Center 70 RD Chimney Sweep 81 Kenny’s Masonry & Chimney Sweep 77 Holy Cross Church 37 Debbie’s Cleaning Service 76 Kitchens Direct, Inc 47 Wexler’s Collectibles 45 Cut Rite Concrete Cutting Corp. 12 G CAP Construction 12 Hillside Country Club 17 Community & Teachers Credit Union 18 Elite Dance Studio 31 Coastal Dental Seekonk 17 David C. Zaluski, D.D.S. 46 Dr. Wassouf D.D.S. 62 Frank P. Casarella, DMD 10 Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC 60 Romani Orthodontics 69 Groom & Style 62 Canine Mastery, Inc 25 Greaves Electric 46 James Tavares Electric 72 Neal Bellavance Electric 53 M.A. Heroux Electrolysis 21 Graceway Excavation 46 MJD Excavating, Inc. 41 Souza Family Farm 49 Bay State Pet & Garden Supply 9 Munroe Feed & Supplies 50 Fence Tech 22 Foxx Fence 63 Providence Fire Restoration 18 Earle Dias Interiors 53