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Town of Seekonk News Notes by Laura Calverley

Seekonk High Senior Wins Jane Goodall Contest

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Inside This Issue Antiquarian Society.....................32 Business Directory.....................93 Church News & Events................42 Classifieds..............................86 Club Announcements.................31 Dining Guide...............................89 East Bay.....................................45 Events and Activities..................36 Home & Garden...........................57 Letters to the Editor......................6 Library......................................52 Obituaries................................90

Rachel Crafford, a senior at Seekonk High School, has won a regional essay contest sponsored by UMass Dartmouth. Crafford will have dinner with world renowned ethologist, anthropologist and conservationist Jane Goodall. Goodall is visiting UMass Dartmouth on April 7 and will be speaking on campus that evening. The university collaborated with local school districts to give students an opportunity to be involved in Goodall’s visit. Goodall is known for her landmark study of chimpanzee behavior in what is now Tanzania.

Seekonk Hires Two New Police Officers & Promotes Two Firefighters

Seekonk has two new police officers – Christopher Platt-Hanoian and Costantino Natale. They were recently sworn in as patrolmen. Platt-Hanoian is a graduate of Seekonk High School. He served five years in the Army. Natale has been a police officer in Little Compton, RI for 10 years. Natale served in the Air Force and the Army National Guard. Two members of the fire department received promotions. Fire Lt. Sandra Lowery was promoted to captain and firefighter Jeffrey Magill was promoted to lieutenant.

People in the News....................26 Rehoboth Council on Aging.......82 Rehoboth Ramblings..................22 Rehoboth Town News................12 School...................................74 Scouts..................................49 Seekonk Human Services..........84 Seekonk Town News.................23 Sports......................................48 State House................................92 Sturdy Memorial Hospital........44 Summer Camps & Events.............70 Then and Now............................35

Seekonk Library to Hold Public Meeting on New Design Next Month

Residents will be able to review and discuss proposed new designs for the Seekonk Public Library on Wednesday, May 11. This is the final meeting in a series of public meetings regarding the library’s new design. At the town meeting on May 16, residents will be voting on the overall design and giving their approval to the board of selectmen and board of library trustees to apply for grants for the project. They are not requesting funding for the project. Funding for the project will be voted on at a future town meeting. For more information on the library facilities study, visit the website at www.seekonkpl. org.

Hit and Run Driver Pleads Guilty

The young man who was charged in the hit and run crash that killed Seekonk Assistant Town Clerk Karen McHugh in January 2015 pleaded guilty in Fall River Superior Court on March 30. Jacob Lacourse, 24, is scheduled to be sentenced on April 27. He faces a one-year minimum sentence and a maximum of ten years. McHugh, 51, was struck in front of her home on Arcade Avenue about 10 p.m. on Jan. 30, 2015. She was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital but she did not make it. Police spent months investigating the incident. Lacourse was apprehended in July after his father and girlfriend learned what happened and told police.

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Esmeralda (Esme) is a 6-month-old female, domestic short haired, black kitten. She was rescued from a farm and lived with other cats so she is a little on the shy side with her humans but once in your arms, she is sweet and cuddly. She may need a little extra time and patience to adjust to the surroundings in her new home. Esme was recently spayed, is up to date on vaccines and is micro-chipped. If you have a place in your heart and home for this beautiful girl, please stop by to meet her at the Seekonk Animal Shelter 100 Peck Street. Phone: 508-336-6663. Open daily 2-4; except Wednesday 3-6. Esmeralda (Esme)

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It is beyond me what is going on in South Seekonk and who in the town is allowing it to happen. There was one tree on the Anthony St side of Martin Little school that fell down during a recent storm The town has allowed probably about 15 trees to be cut down in that same area totally changing the flavor and landscape of that area. The trees that were cut down were grand shade bearing trees providing a “country feel” to a neighborhood street. Of course no trees were planted in those sites to replace them just ugly stumps left to rot. There is nothing really to convince people on their private properties to allow the trees to stay and just trim accordingly to avoid gutters and wires but the town should not be able to indiscriminately cut down and urbanize an area that is slowly becoming an extension of Route #6. I have written to the town hall with no response. Perhaps it is time for some changes in the town? Too many people agreeing to building housing developments in open area and slowly decimating the greenery that has made South Seekonk a coveted area to live. Linda Cookson 304 Cole St Seekonk, MA 02771

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I want to make aware that I have been following special education in this town for quite some time and have a vested interest as I am an educator of students with severe/ profound special needs and have been for the past 2.5 years asking the school committee and administration for answers, as to how or why there is an astronomical expense and antiquated practice within our special education field resulting in millions of dollars spent in out of district tuition costs. A large part of my expertise and experience within my career and field is creating programs within the public school to service any/all students with intensive needs. Within the past decade my administration and I have reintegrated a large population of students from out of district with quality programs within our public schools that facilitate each students needs and ultimately include students with their age appropriate peers and school community, thus creating a sense of community that otherwise would be alienated. My current district went from approximately 48 students to approximately 2 students who are currently outplaced out of district with such programming.

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I wanted to write and add on to Mr. Macek’s concerns about the Tri-board meeting on 3/7/16. For lack of better words, the presentation was informative but convoluted with information not pertaining to the issues at hand. It was my understanding prior to the meeting that taxpayers, parents, both Finance/Selectman boards were going to receive answers as to how much funding is spent on student’s who are “out placed out of district” and how the school committee and administration viewed this current practice in our Special Education field in Seekonk. Furthermore, what short-term/ long term plans were being made in the attempt in minimizing this cost by bringing students back into our schools for cost effectiveness and raising the current bar of inclusion and Least Restrictive Enviornment for this large population. I was also extremely perplexed as to what point was being made after viewing the video of a toddler having a temper tantrum. Was this some kind of convoluted subliminal message that students with “anxiety” or other social-emotional challenges were unteachable because they could present maladaptive behaviors such as temper tantrums? I am still trying to figure out the meaning or point as to what the presenters were trying to make after showing it. The only understanding I could stipulate is that our administration/educators are quick to “label” and “over diagnose” children, and indeed do not and will not service children with any types of learning differences and the recourse is to send them out to facilities at the cost of taxpayers, our short falls in our budgets, and more importantly the cost of the child not being within his/her own school community. I also wanted to add that calling any child by their disability first lacks sensitivity and insulting to parents or persons with disabilities, as I could not fathom why “Influenza boy” was even highlighted prior to the showing of the video. This type of outplacement with children is not today’s current best practice in education. It is an extremely antiquated method of servicing students with more severe needs as well as a testament that our educators within special education as well as our leadership is indeed incompetent to try and remedy it. It was stated during the presentation that there was a “lack of training”, and that “some students returned” to ultimately fail and be outplaced again. I ask where do we go from there? What type of training, hiring of staff, program development, overall strategy is Seekonk special education going to implement to stop this failing of attempt to bring these children back? It was once told to me that Massachusetts is different from other states pertaining to Special Education law, etc. I wanted to add that “lack of space” and/or infrastructure to keep our special education students in house and/or serviced within our school buildings does not follow the IDEA of 2004 with Least Restrictive and Environment and/or FAPE (Free and Appropriate Education) federally mandated for student with special needs. The only difference that I can clearly see between what Seekonk’s current practice and what neighboring states are doing, lack of creativity, hard work, program development, 21st century best practices and fiscal responsibility that other states initiate, and that Seekonk is lacking. I want to also add that the agenda was posted with public comments as section III. There was no initation of this which left many taxpayers, parents, educators and advocates with unanswered questions. It is in my opinion that the meeting should have had a question/answer format and that history pertaining to special education and or “Special Education 101” should not have been the approach when information was unclear and/or misleading with the focus being mandates that were not funded. Every public school has expenses in the special education field. Its how the schools or districts spend these funds which will impact the ability to make wise decisions in school improvements, budgeting and most importantly ALL students. Furthermore, I have suggested in the past that Seekonk reach out for assistance, knowledge, training, whatever, as to changing its philosophies in truly making the effort and change that will keep our schools and deficits from going any further. Attached are

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The Kiwanis Club of Greater Seekonk, Inc., would like to thank everyone who attended the 20th annual Taste of the Towns on March 8th at the Grand Rose Ballroom in the Seekonk Clarion Inn. The profits from this event provide child care grants, scholarships and sponsorships of the Seekonk High School Key Club and the Hurley Middle School Builders’ Club to encourage students to be active in community service. We would like to thank the following restaurants who participated: BoneYard, Chardonnay’s, Country Kitchen, Dublin Rose Pub, Grand Rose Ballroom, Grist Mill, Heaven on Earth, Hillside Country Club, Honey Dew Donuts, JC’s Corner, Lemon & Oil Deli, Longhorn Steakhouse, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Not Your Average Joe’s, Pazi’s Place, Rockland Bank, Tito’s Cantina, Toti’s, Tropical Smoothie, Wharf Tavern and Young’s Catering. We appreciate all the companies and vendors who contributed items for our raffles. Thanks also go to Quality Fruitland for the flowers and Scialo’s Bakery for our special 20th year cake. We thank the management of the Grand Rose Ballroom for hosting the event. The assistance of the Seekonk High School Key Club was greatly appreciated. We especially thank TV9, the local Public Access studio, for promoting and filming the event to be replayed on the local channel and The Attleboro Sun Chronicle, the Seekonk Reporter and the East Providence Post who helped with advance advertising. Also, the support of WPRI/FOX; Local Norton, North and EBC TV’s; WSBS Radio; Valley Breeze; Taunton Gazette; The Times; Yankee Magazine; RI Monthly and Patch was appreciated. Kiwanis is an international organization dedicated to changing the world “one child and one community at a time”. For more information contact Beverly Hart at 508-336-9352 or russellhart@ comcast.net

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Hello All ~ Happy Spring! March was another busy month for the Town Clerk’s office. We held our third annual Rehoboth/Seekonk Rabies Clinic on Saturday, March 12th from 9:00 a.m. to Noon and it was a huge success. Residents of both towns were able to have their dogs and cats vaccinated for $12.00 each Laura Schwall and renew their dog licenses at the same time. Town Clerk There were almost 200 dogs/cats/ferrets vaccinated on the 12th. That marks the largest rabies clinic turnout Dr. Trusdale’s staff has participated in. It seems like we keep on breaking Dr. Trusdale’s previous year’s record. I guess good news travels and that is fantastic! In addition to the vaccinations, Rehoboth residents were also able to renew their dog’s license. The first year we registered 25 dogs at the rabies clinic, in the second year we issued 48 dog tags, and this year 68 dogs were registered at the clinic. It was really nice to hear from the residents how much they appreciated Lynn and I spending our Saturday morning at the clinic so they could get their animals vaccinated and dogs registered well before the April 1st deadline. Lynn and I thoroughly enjoyed working with Jan Parker - Seekonk Town Clerk, Save-A-Pet Volunteers, Seekonk and Rehoboth Animal Control Officers and staff, Seekonk Highway staff, Dr. Trusdale, and his office staff. Next year the rabies clinic will be scheduled around the same time (March 11, 2017) so mark your calendars, more information will be in your 2017 Census mailer. During the month of March we also processed thousands of Census forms, registered hundreds of dogs, while also completing the Town Clerk’s portion of the 2015 Annual Report and 2017 fiscal year budgets.

Annual Town Election

The Annual Town Election for the Town of Rehoboth will be held on Monday, April 4, 2016 with the polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. As you know, I decided to extend the town election polling hours Family built, owned and still operated since 1986 to mirror those of the State and Federal elections, in an attempt to WQA certified Level 5 Master Water Specialist make voting more accessible to our town’s registered voters. All three precincts will be open. The candidates that will be on the Annual Town Election Ballot are as follows: Moderator (one for 1 year), Selectmen (one for 3 years), TreaFiltration is our only business... not our sideline! surer (one for 3 years), Assessor (one for 3 years), D-R School Installers MA Lic.#13268 Committee (one for 3 years), Planning Board (one for 5-years and one for 3-years), Park Commission (one for 5 years), Housing Authority (one for 5-years and one for 3-years), Constables (three for 3 years), and Water Commissioner (two for 3-years and two for one-year). There are two contested races – D-R School Committee and one-year Water Commissioner. Applications for absentee ballots are available and may be obtained from the Town Clerk’s Office or online @ http://www. Call To sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/absentee_ballot. pdf. An absentee ballot may only be obor 508-676-1995 Book Spring tained by written request and with the voter’s Painting! ~ Seniors 10% OFF ~ original signature. The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot is Friday, April 1st at 5:00 p.m. Even though town offices will be closed at noon on April 1st, the Clerk’s office Professional Neat Work will remain open until 5:00 p.m. for those FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED voters who wish to vote an absentee ballot.

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Elected And Appointed Town Officials

A reminder to our elected and appointed town officials; you should be aware that no action can be taken by you in your position until you have taken the Oath of Office. Also, should you ever have reason to resign from your position; your resignation should be directed to the Town Clerk as per MGL c41, s109. Thank you!

Annual Town Meeting

Rehoboth voters are advised that the date for the Annual Town Meeting, and a Special Town Meeting preceding the Annual, has been scheduled by the Board of Selectmen for Monday, May 9th, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Auditorium and will likely take two evenings. The Special Town Meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. with the Annual Town Meeting following immediately after at 7:30 p.m. A tentative second town meeting date has be scheduled for the following Monday, May 16th. If a third session is needed, we will hold that town meeting on Monday, May 23rd. I urge all voters to come out to our Special and Annual Town Meeting and let your voice be heard. YOUR VOTE COUNTS!

Upcoming Voter Registration Session

The final Voter Registration date to be eligible to participate in the Special and Annual Town Meeting has been scheduled for Friday, April 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Rehoboth Town Clerk’s Office. Prospective voters are reminded that they may also register to vote online by going to www.RegisterToVoteMA.com or by visiting the Town Clerk’s Office, picking up a voter registration form at the Rehoboth Post Office, by calling the Town Clerk’s Office to request a Mail-In voter registration form, or download a form online @ http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/Voter-reg-mail-in.pdf.

Voter Registration at D-R High School

Speaking of voter registration sessions, I teamed up with Sue Medeiros, Dighton Town Clerk, and held our third voter registration session at the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School for those students who were eligible to vote in the upcoming Rehoboth & Dighton Annual Town Elections. We were able to register ten students – six from Rehoboth and four from Dighton. Sue and I will be going back to D-R in October to register those students who will be eligible to vote in the Presidential election. It was wonderful seeing how excited the students were to be registered voters. Continued on next page....

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Another exciting adventure I had was being a part of the TLC Program at Beckwith Middle School. I was asked by Ms. Carol Jerauld to come to Beckwith and speak with the Established in 1940, 3rd Generation students about the Rehoboth Town Clerk’s position. I would like to thank Ms. Jerauld, Ms. Meaghan Hazzard, Ms. Lindsey Rapoza, and Ms. Kelly Walsh for welcoming me into their classroom. I had a lovely time and was able to bring a bit of the Town Clerk’s Office to Beckwith for the students to witness firsthand. As our meeting was after the Presidential Specializing Primary, I was able to bring one of Rehoboth’s old wooden crank voting machines and have in Kitchen & Bathrooms the students vote for their future Presidential Candidate. By the way, final results from the TLC Program students were Democrat – Hillary Clinton and Republican – Donald Trump. • Remodeling • Additions The students also learned about the various duties of the Town Clerk including: • Siding • Silestone Election Administrator - where the students participated in the voting process. • Granite • Painting Dog Licensing - where they received an example of a Rehoboth dog tag and learned • Roofing about the yearly process including the Rabies Clinic we jointly conduct with Seekonk. Public Records Officer (birth, marriage, death, town meeting records, annual reports, street listings, etc.) - students were able to look through some of our recently preserved historical records dating back to the 1600’s & 1700’s. I also brought the original “hand press” town seal for the students to make their own copy of Rehoboth’s official seal. (401) 435-4795 Census Liaison – The students received the 2016 census form complete with 2016 town calendar, urgent alerts set up, and 2016 voting information. Students learned that Cell (401) 639-7230 the yearly population figure is set by the Town Clerk’s Office and Registrars based on the Peter Batty information the residents return to our office. They also learned that the schools use that RI Reg. # 33335 / MA Reg. # CS51340 same data to anticipate future enrollment for each school. Registrar of Voters – Students received their own mail-in voter registration forms to Residential / Commercial complete when they are a little older and briefly discussed the Registrars duties (elections/ census/voter registration). E-911 Municipal Liaison – Students learned that the Town Clerk’s Office works with the 911 organization to make sure all new streets and homes are recorded in case of emergency. Burial Agent – Briefly discussed that the Town Clerk is also the Town’s Burial agent and signs off on all deaths occurring in Rehoboth. Notary Public – The students viewed the notary supplies and briefly discussed what a Notary is. Justice of the Peace – Students learned that an added bonus of my position is that I get to marry many wonderful couples. To date, since 2013, I have married 36 couples at various locations. The hour session really flew by! I would like to thank the students for their lovely thank you notes! I would also like to thank the teachers, staff, Principal Pirraglia for the welcoming reception I received. I truly enjoyed working with you all ~ thank you for the invitation to share my awesome job with you all !!! I even had one Cut Flowers • Arrangements • Balloons • Plants • Gifts of the students state that they would like to become a Town Clerk Specializing in Weddings, Proms, and Funerals when they are older – what an amazing compliment and goal as I truly enjoy being Rehoboth’s Town Clerk.

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As mentioned earlier, 2016 Dog licenses were due April 1, 2016. You may purchase your dog’s license at the Town Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., licenses may also be purchased online @ https://www.invoicecloud.com/rehobothgovsvcs, or by mail (if paying by mail, checks should be made payable to the “Town of Rehoboth” ). The licensing fees are as follows: Male or female dog $20.00, spayed or neutered dogs $10.00. Whether renewing online, via mail, or in person, dog license applications must be accompanied by a current year rabies certificate (with a vaccination date covering the current licensing year) and proof of spay or neuter [if applying for the $10 licensing fee] unless we already have your documentation on file in the Clerk’s Office. If you are unsure, please give our office a call, and we can tell you how up-to-date our information is. Dog owners should note that the license(s) will not be returned unless a stamped, self-addressed envelope is included with postage (71¢ for one dog tag, 93¢ for two dog tags and 1.15¢ for three dog tags). Currently we still have 7 unlicensed dogs for 2014 and 22 unlicensed dogs for 2015. Please renew your dog licenses as soon as possible to avoid any further late fees coming in June ~ thank continued on page 16...

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Our Annual Town Census Forms for year 2016 were mailed to all households in Rehoboth during the first week of January. If you did not receive your census form, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office. Residents are asked to review the pre-printed forms,

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Population Figures

Speaking of the number of residents in Rehoboth, our population has fluctuated over the past few years. Total Rehoboth Population in 2013 was 12,060; 2014 was 12,175; 12,008 in 2015 and to date (3/29/16), the 2016 census population is 12,200. When the yearly census forms were received in January, residents were asked to please make sure all occupants living at your home are listed on the census; children and elders included. Doing a quick scan of the census records I noticed there are several children who were born to families living in Rehoboth; however, they have not been added to the 2016 or 2015 family census documents. If children are born in Rhode Island (Woman’s and Infants, Rhode Island Hospital, etc.) that data is not shared with the Massachusetts town of residence. Therefore, the newborns can only be added when the parents update their yearly census forms. For your information, the data collected on the census forms is strictly confidential. In addition to confidentiality, children under the age of 16 do not appear on any report distributed from this office (with the exception of the school district who keeps that same information confidential). Additionally, the D-R School District uses the census data we collect to predict the future student enrollment numbers. It is very important that all residents living in Rehoboth be accounted for on the yearly census forms. Lynn and I have also noticed that several families have moved out of Rehoboth, new families move in to those same homes; however, the new families do not fill out a census form when they move in to town. If you are new to Rehoboth and have not received a census form, please contact us or check our website for a census form - http://www.town.rehoboth. ma.us/town-clerk/pages/census-information . If you have already submitted your 2016 census data and would like to update your 2016 census information with additional individuals living at your residence, please give us a call at 508-252-6502 X-3109 or X3110 or drop us an e-mail LSchwall@town.rehoboth.ma.us or LShaker@ town.rehoboth.ma.us. Thank you for helping us maintain an accurate database of Rehoboth residents. This data will not only help the Clerk’s department, but all departments/committees trying to secure grants based on population figures, and the schools who are able to accurately predict and budget for future enrollment. We appreciate your help and look forward to hearing from you soon.

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It is requested that when you send correspondence to any office at the Town Hall you only include information specific to the department you want to communicate with. As an example, residents might send in their tax payment along with their census form or

April 2016 The Reporter dog license. Tax payments would go to the Tax Collector whereas census forms or dog licenses would go to the Town Clerk’s Office. By including multiple offices in one envelop it may delay processing your requests or payments. Thank you for your consideration.

Business Certificates

Business owners whose business certificate will expire during January through June of 2016 should have received a reminder for renewal. The renewal fee is $50.00 (certificate renewal is good for four years) and checks should be made payable to The Town of Rehoboth. If you have any questions on any of the above items please feel free to contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 508-252-6502, X3109 or X3110. In closing, Lynn and I hope to see many of you at the upcoming Annual Town Election, Monday, April 4 – 7:00 a.m. through 8:00 p.m. I personally believe, voting is a tremendous gift and your vote is so important in deciding the forward motion of our town government. As President Roosevelt so eloquently stated: “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” ~ Franklin D. Roosevelt. Lynn and I also hope you had a wonderful Easter and/or Passover and have a most enjoyable Earth Day, and Arbor Day. Most of all, in honor of Administrative Professionals’ Day ~ I cannot thank our Assistant Town Clerk, Lynn Shaker, enough for her never ending help, support, and guidance through my first three years as your Town Clerk. Lynn’s professionalism, knowledge, and courtesy is demonstrated daily in her interaction with residents and visitors, alike. Lynn is a valued member of the Town Hall Team and we all are so fortunate to benefit from her many contributions. Thank you Lynn for being you!

Thank you all for taking the time to read my monthly updates and thank you Rehoboth Reporter for faithfully publishing my article every month. We wish you all a most enjoyable April and as a friendly reminder, taxes are due Monday, May 2nd. I look forward to chatting with you again in May and hopefully seeing you at our Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 9th. Thank you, Laura & Lynn

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The Board of Selectmen is seeking qualified and eligible candidates to fill the position of Veterans’ Agent pursuant to G.L. 115 Section 3 to assist veterans living in Rehoboth with State and Federal benefits. Applicant must be a veteran. Knowledge of veterans’ administration rules and regulation including State veterans benefits a plus. Applications are available in the Office of the Board of Selectmen, 148 Peck Street, Rehoboth, MA 02769 during regular business hours, Monday – Thursday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. The position will remain open until filled. For more information, please call the Selectmen’s Office at 508-252-3758.

Local Grants Awarded For Rehoboth

Representative Steven S. Howitt and the Rehoboth Cultural Council announce the award of 14 grants totaling $4,950 to support local cultural programs. The Rehoboth Cultural Council is one arm of a network of 329 Local Cultural Councils (LCC) serving all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. The LCC Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community-based

April 2016 The Reporter projects in the arts, sciences and humanities every year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community. Representative Howitt offered his accolades to the 2016 grant recipients. “I am always happy to join with the Rehoboth Cultural Council in offering my congratulations to the new grantees that were selected for grants this year. Within the Commonwealth, there are so many cultural opportunities that have the chance to explore and enjoy. As a member of the Joint Committee for Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development, I understand what an important asset our community’s creativity is, and it is to be celebrated and cultivated. The Rehoboth Cultural Council members work deliberately in the difficult decision-making process. I am happy to commend and thank these members of the Council for all of their hard work, as the creative arts adds such value to our communities. Congratulations again to this year’s selected grantees, and we look forward to experiencing your creativity! Statewide, more than $3.75 million, funding 6,015 grants, will be distributed by local cultural councils in 2016. Grants will support an enormous range of grass-roots activities: concerts, exhibitions, radio and video productions, field trips for schoolchildren, after-school youth programs, writing workshops, historical preservation efforts, lectures, writing workshops, historical preservation efforts, First Night celebrations, nature and science education programs for families, and town festivals. Nearly half of LCC funds support educational activities for young people. Decisions about which activities to support are made at the community level by a board of municipally appointed volunteers. There are currently thirteen members serving on the Rehoboth Cultural Council: Catherine Allen, Renay Bushell, Sandra Delany, Gloria Lagasse, Odete Lacourse, Sandra Marquis, Lynore McKim, Sheila Oliveira, Desire Palmer, Susan Robert, Melissa Treichler, Connie Wenzel-Jordan, and Maureen Whittemore. The Rehoboth Cultural Council invites residents who have an interest in the arts, sciences, and humanities to join us in service to the Rehoboth community. For further information, please contact Maureen Whittemore at culturalcouncil@town.rehoboth.ma.us or 508-252-5860. Talent Bank forms may be downloaded from the Town’s website under the tab, Board of Selectmen. The Rehoboth Cultural Council will seek applications again in the fall. Information and forms are available at www.mass-culture. org/rehoboth. Applications are due on October 15, 2016.

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about littering and thinking, “Oh, I shouldn’t do that.” They just don’t care. My favorite tossed items (sarcasm intended) are beer cans and bottles, which means that the idiots are not only littering but drinking while driving. With litter as in life in general, it is the responsible people who have to clean up after the irresponsible. Anyway, I always encourage everyone who enjoys walking on our roads to carry a bag and pick up trash along the way. A big thank-you goes to those who already do this. And if anyone wants to organize a big clean-up day, I’ll do my part.

How brave they are, those astronauts who just got back to Earth from the International Space Station. They spent almost a year confined inside a very large metal container whirling around in space. How well-adjusted they must be, living in such close quarters with just a few other people and no place to escape. I feel creeping claustrophobia start to throttle me just thinking about it. I was almost relieved to hear that Scott Kelly experienced some minor health issues (overly sensitive skin, muscle pain etc.) with his return to gravity. Because when he first landed back on Earth, he looked (on TV anyway) to be in much better shape than I was after an overnight British Air flight in coach from Boston to London last year. Speaking of space and time, whenever we go back and forth from standard time to Daylight Savings Time, someone writes an article saying we should stop this. I’m OK with that if what they mean is going to Daylight Savings Time all year long, or going with Atlantic time, as in the easternmost provinces of Canada, though I can’t see that happening. I find the early dark on winter nights in New England only increases the psychological misery of the season. I think of Eastern Standard Time as “Winter Time” and Daylight Savings Time as “Normal Time”. At the other side of our time zone, in Ohio for example, the late arrival of Mr. Sun on a winter morning is a drag too, but at least you have more light to look forward to later in the day. For now, I’m in favor of just keeping on the way we’ve been going. Meanwhile, we can be grateful for a mild winter and an early spring. Doesn’t it seem like spring should start in early March every year? After last year’s Siberian March, which did indeed feel like a march through Siberia, we deserve it.

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The Seekonk Scene Town Clerk’s Corner By Jan Parker, Seekonk Town Clerk

The town will be holding its hazardous waste collection day on Saturday, April 16th from 9:00AM til appointments are over. This is by appointment only through the Health Department in Town Hall. It is also Earth Day and DPW needs volunteers to clean areas in town. You can call 508-336-8523 for information about Earth Day. Group participation is encouraged for clean up. Town meeting has been scheduled for May 16th at 7:00 PM at the High School Auditorium. This is the meeting where the budget for the next fiscal year is voted on by the registered voters of the Town. Dog licenses are due by the end of March. Please make sure you have a current rabies certificate included if you are renewing by mail. If you are licensing a new dog, we will need a current rabies certificate also. A reminder that Monday, April 18th is Patriots Day and Town Hall will be closed. Thank you to all who took the time to vote in the Presidential Primary. We had about 32% of registered voters take the time to vote. This was a record for a Presidential Primary in the past twenty years. We know that there will be much interest in the November election also. You can go online and register to vote and also to check your voter status. There is a link on our website under the Town Clerk’s Department. Hope that everyone has a wonderful spring. Winter was kind to us this year so let’s hope we have a nice spring.

Friends of the Seekonk Veterans Memorial Park

Friends of the Seekonk Veterans Memorial Park are looking to locate next of kin for the fallen soldiers of Seekonk. If you or anyone you know can put us in contact with family members we would greatly appreciate it. Charles Moreau, Harold Larrabee, Bernard Going, Donia Michaud, Bernard Berthiaume, Anthony Korkuc, Kemper Atwater, Paul Barron, Milton Dupouy, Albert Swenson, Raymond Peck*, Emerson Chaffee, Ralph King*, Russell Blomstrom, Archie Fiero, John Connolly Jr., Anthony Kropis, Arthur Monroe, Robert Hall*, Robert Malloy, Frederic Chesebrough, David Cloutier, David Murphy, Eric Valdapenas* (*) Family Located It is extremely important to contact us by April 30, 2016 Please email defonts11@aol.com; Subject:: Veterans Memorial or Call 508-336-6699 Thank you Doreen Taylor

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April is Autism Awareness Month by Laura Calverley

April is Autism Awareness Month. April 2 is “World Autism Awareness Day” and people all over the world will be participating in Autism Speaks’ “Light It Up Blue” campaign by wearing blue shirts, and famous landmarks from the Empire State Building to the Great Pyramids in Egypt will be lit up blue. While raising awareness is always important, many autism specialists and parents believe the emphasis should be on action and understanding rather than awareness. “I think the awareness is out there. It’s not so much an issue anymore. I think what we need to focus on is acceptance and understanding of ASD (autism spectrum disorder),” said Kate Dansereau, Autism Specialist with Community Autism Resources, a local agency that serves 3,000 families affected by autism in 88 towns and cities in the area. Most people today are not only aware of autism; they are personally touched by it in some way. Most people have a family member, friend, neighbor or classmate on the spectrum. They know that autism is characterized by difficulties in social interaction, communication and repetitive behaviors. Some people may know that the prevalence rate of autism in the United States is 1 in 68 children, and 1 in 42 boys. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just released new estimates on autism prevalence on March 30. While they found the prevalence rate is unchanged from two years ago, 1 in 68, experts say that it doesn’t necessarily mean that the numbers are stabilizing. Investigators determine prevalence based on the records of 8 year-olds, but adults continue to be diagnosed every day. Dr. Catherine Rice, director of the Emory Autism Center said that prevalence continues to be higher than expected, according to a report on CNN’s website, “While this is a hint there may be a slowing of growth and identification of people with autism, it certainly doesn’t yet confirm that we are seeing this leveling out. What it confirms is that autism is a more common condition than we had been addressing for many years …,” said Rice. Other experts agree. “There’s evidence to suggest that these numbers may still underestimate the true prevalence of autism in the United States,” says epidemiologist Michael Rosanoff, Autism Speaks director of public health research in a press release. “We need to understand why we may be missing autism cases in order to ensure that sufficient services are in place to support individuals across the autism spectrum and across the lifespan.” There are more than three million Americans with an autism spectrum disorder. There is no known single cause of ASD, but it is generally accepted that has to do with “abnormalities in brain structure or function” according to the Autism Society of America. Researchers are investigating several theories, including heredity, genetics, mediHours cal problems and the environment. Thereis M•T•T•F the medical/treatment side of the disorder 9-5 and there is the family support side. DanWed til 8 sereau says that people contact Community Sat 9-1 Autism Services looking for all kinds of information and support. Most often they are looking for information on social groups and community activities for children and adults; IEP support and individualized support. (IEP stands for Individualized Educational Plan, a

April 2016 The Reporter plan developed for children with disabilities that outlines specialized instruction and services.) Individualized support is important because every child with autism is different. Some children are non-verbal. Some are aggressive or self-injurious. Some have trouble sleeping or are picky eaters. Some get anxious when they hear loud noises or are in crowded places. Others don’t know how to act in social situations. And that’s just a few examples. The key is getting everyone the help they need so everyone with autism can lead a full life. “One of our biggest challenges (at CAR) is looking for and possibly creating those supports for individuals with ASD,” Dansereau said. Experts agree that more services are needed, especially for adults with autism. After young people with autism finish school, they often have a difficult time finding jobs, adult day care and housing. One statistic reports that more than 30 % of young adults with autism have not had a job or received postgraduate education after high school. (Parents would probably say that number is a lot higher.) The burden all too often falls on the family. “It’s tough because what’s out there right now for individuals with disabilities doesn’t always fit individuals with autism,” Dansereau. “While we continue to focus on increasing access to earlier identification and quality services for all children with autism, it’s vital for us to remember that the 1 in 150 children counted in the first 2007 CDC prevalence report are now adults,” says Autism Speaks President and Chief Executive Officer Angela Geiger in a press release. “While some individuals are thriving, many, many others need personalized support and services to reach their full individual potential for the rest of their lives.” All these services and supports require funding. Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability, but it receives much less government research funding that other childhood diseases. Agencies like Autism Speaks and the Autism Society agree that more funding and resources are needed that focus on treatment options. Adults with autism need more employment opportunities and housing options. Doctors and hospitals must continue early screening and diagnosis, say experts. So how can we improve understanding and acceptance overall? “We should develop a campaign focusing on what children and adults deal with on a daily basis, such as problems with selfregulation, communication, sensory integration, anxiety and social skills,” Dansereau said. Although awareness has increased, there is still somewhat of a stigma attached to individuals with autism. When people see children with autism “acting up,” behaving inappropriately or having meltdowns in public, they may think that kids with autism are out of control, or always behave badly or don’t fit in. “I’d like people to understand that the behavior is just a reaction to whatever stimuli or challenge they are experiencing. And they are working every day to fight those challenges,” Dansereau said. Programs like Best Buddies and Unified sports teams and integrated classrooms help to reverse the stigma and more initiatives like these are needed, too. Temple Grandin, a world renowned author and autism spokesperson who is on the spectrum, said, “There needs to be a lot more emphasis on what a child can do instead of what he cannot do.” For more information, contact Community Autism Resources at 508-379-0371 or www.community-autism-resources.org or Autism Speaks at www.autismspeaks.org or Autism Society of America at www.autism-society.org.

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Kari Perez Scholastic Art and Writing Award

Dighton Rehoboth High School sophomore Kari Perez has won honors for a second year in a row from the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards presented by School of The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Kari’s drawing titled “Rocket Man” depicting an American astronaut pictured in B&W , sketched in graphite has the surface of the earth reflecting off his helmet’s face-mask that is depicted in color with pastels—has received an honorable mention. Last year Ms. Perez won a “Silver Key” for her sculpture of a woman’s purse using clay. Her work was chosen each year from over 15,000 entries. Since 1923, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards have recognized the vision, ingenuity, and talent of our nation’s youth, and provided opportunities for creative teens to be celebrated.

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The GFWC Taunton Junior Woman’s Club made a visit to the Rehoboth Fire Department with a delivery of thirteen comfort bags for use In emergency situations. Chief Frank Baressi along with EMT’s Matt Bomes, Tom Remy, and Sabrina Meagher were grateful for the Book, Blanket and Buddy Bags that the women provided. Club members Nancy Brown from Dighton, Brenda Saben ,Rehoboth; Joyce Clark, Berkley ; and Vel Bleau from No. Dighton made the special delivery. The members of the GFWC Taunton Junior Woman’s Club assemble the bags throughout the year for distribution to Taunton, Raynham, Dighton, Berkley and Rehoboth Fire Stations and will supply additional bags as needed upon request.

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What a wonderful Bay State Pomona Grange meeting we hosted on March 26. The Massachusetts State Grange Master George Thomas III and his wife Patty were our guests along with the Lady Assistant Steward, Chris Day. Also present were our general Deputy Herb Lefleur and his wife Susan, co-chair Home and Community service committee. They accompanied me to the home of Phyllis Bush and presented her with the seal for 55 years of faithful membership. Subordinate Deputy Richard Merrill was also present. At our March 8th meeting we learned how to carve a wooden spoon from scratch. Our March 22 meeting featured Bob Roche sharing his vast knowledge about pipe organs. Our April 12th meeting will be on health and safety with a penny sale to benefit deaf activities. April 26th will be inspection with an Earth Day feature. Please join us at any meeting 7 PM 243 Winthrop street.

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The Historic Homes Bus Tour of Old Rehoboth (Rumford, RI) is taking off from the Carpenter Museum parking lot on Sunday, April 10. Don’t miss your chance to be on it! Together, the East Providence Historical Society and Carpenter Museum have planned a unique tour that will include walking tours of the John Hunt House and Daggett House, plus a bus ride where you’ll learn about the first Rehoboth settlement, called the “Ring of the Green,” and early historic homes. You’ll also see the new Quilt Exhibit at the John Hunt House and enjoy walks around the beautiful grounds. Seats are filling up fast, so reserve right away. Choose from three tours: 9am12pm, 12-3pm, and 3-5pm. Ride in a comfortable coach bus with onboard bathroom. For details, go to carpentermuseum.org. To reserve, go to ticketpeak.com/carpentermuseum. For more information, contact the Carpenter Museum: 508-252-3031, carpentermuseum@gmail.com. Or call the East Providence Historical Society: 401-4349462. Sponsored by Century21 David Smith Real Estate; Jean Clarke of RE/MAX River’s Edge; and Rehoboth Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts The Historic Homes Bus Tour of Old Cultural Council, a state agency. Rehoboth (Rumford, RI) will include walking tours of the Daggett House and John Hunt House (pictured).

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Bristol County Savings Grant Presentation to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society: Bristol County Savings Bank (BCSB), through its Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation (BCSCF), recently presented a $7,125 grant to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society to conserve Goff Memorial Hall’s historic painted stage curtain. Pictured are (from left to right): Lou Ricciardi, Board Member, BCSB & BCSCF; Suzanne Withers, Board Member, BCSCF and Board Member, RAS; Diana Rochefort, Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager (BCSB); Rebecca Smith, President, RAS; Patrick Murray, President & CEO, BCSB and President, BCSCF; Marge Largey, Board Member, BCSCF; and Edward Pariseau, Jr., Board Member, BCSCF.

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We’re already planning for the Strawberry Country Festival on Sunday, June 5! Our theme this year will be “When We Were Kids.” In addition to peg-making and cooking on the open hearth fireplace, we’ll have demonstrations and hands-on activities focusing on what it was like to grow up during early times. Come see our doll exhibits, too! And don’t forget those delicious strawberry shortcakes and our very own strawberry lemonade. Watch our website for more details: carpentermuseum.org.

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Ready for fun on first Sundays of the month? Join Kara Evans for hands-on crafts and a bit of history, too. April 3: Colonial Herb Garden Mason Jar Candles – Make a candle and tour our Colonial herb garden as you learn about how herbs were used by our ancestors. (Materials fee: $5) May 1: May Baskets & May Pole Dancing – Yes, we will have a May pole and you will learn how dance! Plus, weave and decorate your own straw basket. (Materials fee: $5). To register, contact the Carpenter Museum: 508-252-3031, carpentermuseum@gmail.com, carpentermuseum.org.

Watch Family Tree Webinar at Rehoboth Genealogy Group Meeting on Wed., April 13

Don’t miss this month’s Rehoboth Genealogy Group meeting, when we’ll view the Family Tree webinar “U.S. Land Records – State Land States” by Mary Hill. Join us on Wed., April 13, 7pm at the Carpenter Museum.

New Doll Exhibits at the Carpenter Museum

It’s “Hello, Dolly” at the Carpenter Museum these days. In keeping with our theme of “When We Were Kids,” the museum has exhibits of historic dolls and crepe paper figurines on display. American children have been playing with dolls since parents made them rag, wooden, and corn husk versions in the colonial period. They have imported dolls from Europe, especially Germany and France, since the 18th century. In the United States, mass production of dolls began after the Civil War. Early on, dolls resembled fashionably-dressed young ladies. Girls who owned the most costly dolls were only allowed to play with them for a few hours on Sundays. Less valuable dolls were handled frequently and used with both handmade and store-bought furniture and changes of clothing. By the end of the 19th century, dolls resembled young girls and by the early 20th century, the baby doll became popular. The first exhibit, titled Dolly Mine: Playing with Dolls in Rehoboth, features dolls that once belonged to girls in Rehoboth and other nearby towns over the last two centuries, along with doll clothing and other accessories. Among the oldest items on display are a doll bed and bed linens and braided rug from the 1830s that once belonged to Rufina Weaver of Swansea, made for her by her parents Nehemiah and Freelove Weaver. A child doll from the early 1900s was a creation of Martha Jenks Chase of Pawtucket, RI. From 1880 to 1938, she made dolls that were light, durable, and easy for children to play with. The daughter of a doctor, Chase also created dolls that were widely used in hospital training about 100 years ago. “Dolly-face,” Tiny Tears and Ginny Dolls A fashion doll that Annie Carpenter Goff played with over 100 years ago is part of the exhibit; it is old enough that it was probably owned by her mother or aunt prior to that. Annie Carpenter Goff was the daughter of Albert C. and Elizabeth M. Carpenter Goff. Annie grew up in the Goff Homestead on Bay State Road next to Goff Memorial Hall. Ruthanna Davis, former RAS genealogist, gave the museum a Victorian-era doll carriage, probably made in Boston around 1880. Ruthanna played with it herself as a child, but its original owner was her great aunt Margaret (Daisy) Coburn. A “dolly-face doll” on display at the museum was made in late 19th century Germany and owned by Alice Dexter Dyer, who was the mother of RAS president emeritus E. Otis Dyer Sr. The museum also has a “sister” doll that belonged to Alice’s own sister, Ethel Dexter Money.

April 2016 The Reporter If you played with dolls in the early to mid-1950s you probably remember Tiny Tears, the curly-haired baby doll that cried tears and wet her diaper after she was given a bottle of water. One of these dolls is on display, on loan from Vivian Torres of Rehoboth. Also featured is another favorite of that pre-Barbie era, Ginny, an 8-inch doll that came with a big wardrobe (items sold separately). Ginny had a big sister doll named Jill; they are both on loan from Nancy Moore of East Providence. Moulson Moppets Before there were the Muppets, there were Moppets. Downstairs in Tilton Auditorium there is a small show of these little figures (more for display than play) that were created by Florence Moulson of Rehoboth in the 1940s and 1950s at her home studio on Bay State Road. They were crepe paper-covered wire dolls often designed to look like storybook characters. One of the displays is a tableau of 12 dolls representing a scene at Plymouth, with 12 pilgrims plus one Native American, on loan from Josephine Marcure. Also on exhibit is the museum’s collection, given in 2000 by Jacqueline Gill Coates, daughter of Florence Moulson, and two figures kindly loaned by Nina Nichols Harrison. Come see the doll exhibits at the Carpenter Museum, open Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-3pm and Sundays 2-4pm except holiday weekends. Docents will be available to give you a tour of the Museum, too. For more info contact us: 508252-3031, carpentermuseum@ gmail.com, carpentermuseum. org. The 1950s Tiny Tears doll is part of the Carpenter Museum’s new exhibit, “Dolly Mine: Playing with Dolls in Rehoboth.”

Then...and Now

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These Rehoboth children are playing during recess on a nice day! Our theme for 2016 is “When We Were Kids.” This school was located in a Rehoboth building in the late 1800s to early 1900s. Can you tell us where they were playing? (Hint: another building is located in this spot today.) And here’s a bonus question: what are the children playing – baseball, stick ball? If you would like to guess the answer, email it to the Carpenter Museum at carpentermuseum@gmail.com or mail it to PO Box 2, Rehoboth, MA 02769. Your name will appear next month in the Reporter and the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society newsletter. Deadline for submitting a guess is April 20. Do you have a photo we can feature in our Then and Now? Please email us at carpentermuseum@gmail.com or call 508-2523031.

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Sacred Rhythms and Chants at Congregation Agudath Achim, Taunton Friday April 8 at 7:00 PM

Taunton, Friday, April 8, 7:00 PM, Congregation Agudath Achim, 36 Winthrop Street, Sacred Rhythms and Chants with Reb Mitch Gordon presenting a rhythmical chanting and drumming Shabbat experience. Mitch is the founder of RHYTHM is LIFE and is a drummer, percussionist, teacher, conductor, producer, radio host, and adjunct faculty at Hebrew College. Bring an open heart and a hand drum (or use one of our own). Photographers welcome. Co-sponsored by Boston’s Jewish Arts Collaborative. Contact Rabbi/Cantor Anne Heath at 508-822-3230 or email rabbiheath@ verizon.net . Free and open to all (not handicapped accessible, yet). In order to manage attendance we ask that you please visit www.jewishtaunton.com to register.

Rehoboth Contra Dance Friday, April 8, 8 p.m.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, April 8, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Steve Zakon-Anderson. Music will be performed by Julie Metcalf, Glen Loper, and Bethany Waickman Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks. com/rehoboth.html.

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Rehoboth Station 2 Clam Boil Friday, April 8 @ 7 PM

Rehoboth Station 2 will have its Semi Annual Clam Boil Friday, April 8 @ 7 PM at the Seekonk Gun Club, 61 Reed St. Rehoboth. Tickets, $30.00 Call 508-222-0773.

Meat and Lobster Raffles at the Seekonk American Legion April 9th-May 21st

The Meat and Lobster Raffles start April 9th. The raffles will run each Saturday at 2 pm through May 21st. There are 3 tables of steaks, chicken, seafood, TV and other prizes. 50/50 raffle. The Post is located at 351 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA. Call 508-3369822 for information.

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Arts in the Village Presents the Providence Mandolin Orchestra Saturday, April 9, 7:30 p.m

On Saturday, April 9, Arts in the Village welcomes back the Providence Mandolin Orchestra, one of the most popular performers in this concert series. For over 35 years, the PMO has been a leading American mandolin ensemble, performing throughout the Eastern United States and Canada and at festivals in Spain, Germany, Luxembourg, France, and the Netherlands. United by its commitment to carry on the rich tradition of the American mandolin orchestra, the troupe has acquired a reputation for high-energy performances of its eclectic repertoire, which includes a wide range of musical styles. For this concert, the group will present a program of contemporary pieces that reference and draw upon earlier Western classical music traditions. Under the direction of Mark Davis, who has led the PMO since 1989, the evening will include original works by American, Italian, Dutch, Australian, and Greek-American composers. Pieces that feature lute and guitar music will be performed as well as a neo-classical mandolin concerto, among other works. This concert will take place on Saturday, April 9, at 7:30 p.m., at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. Admission is $18 for adults, $16 for seniors, and $8 for students and children; cash and checks only. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, and the doors open at 7:00 p.m. for wine. For information, please call 508-252-6375. You can also go to the AIV’s website, http://www.carpentermuseum.org/Arts.htm or its Facebook page: Friends of Rehoboth Arts in the Village. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Rehoboth Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

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Cruise the Rumford area in a luxury coach and learn the fascinating history of this 1643 settlement (Roger Williams stopped by in 1637) Tours leave from Carpenter Museum in Rehoboth Center at 9am and 12pm. Tour leaves Hunt’s Mills at 3pm. Stops at Hunt’s Mills and the 1690 Daggett House. For further ticket information: call 508-252-3031 for the early tours and 401-434-9462 for the 3pm tour. To order tickets direct: ticketpeak.com/carpentermuseum

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The town of Seekonk will be holding its Household Hazardous Waste collection and Litter Patrol Cleanup for its residents on April 16th. The Hazardous Waste collection will be held at the Town Hall and the activities and supplies for the Litter Patrol will commence at the Town dept. of Public Works. Registration is required using the Earth Day flyers that are being mailed to all town households. The waste collection will be done by appointment beginning at 9am and are necessary to participate. Note that this will be done on a first come-first serve basis and is restricted to town residents only (no businesses). Among the items being collected are oil-based paints, automobile fluids (except oil) and batteries, pesticides, and fluorescent light bulbs. For the Litter Patrol, we encourage the participation of scout troops, youth groups or civic organizations. Please refer to the mailed flyers for additional details.

Mad Hatter Tea Party April 17, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.

at The Blanding Library, Rehoboth, MA to benefit our new Trap/Neuter/Return Program sponsored by Friends of The Rehoboth Animal Shelter (“FRAS”) Tickets: $10.00 per adult; $5.00 per child Call for Tickets: Cheryl (508-212-0146) Lynn (774-488-9875) or visit: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2530548 Don’t forget your crazy hat to wear while we enjoy tea & goodies and listen to Alice in Wonderland!

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Seekonk Lions Club’s Fourth Annual Doug Allan Fishing Tournament April 18, 2016

Are you anglers getting itchy to break out the rods and reels this spring trout fishing season? Well, the Seekonk Lions Club’s Fourth Annual Doug Allan Fishing Tournament will be held on Patriots Day Monday, April 18, 2016 at the Old Grist Mill Pond RT 114A in Seekonk 9:00AM till 11:30pm. Open for all children through high school in the area. We have all the great sponsors coming back including Orange Leaf Yogurt, Seekonk Grand Prix, Ryan’s Amusement Center and Battlegroundz Laser Tag with prizes for all. The Massachusetts Division of Wildlife will begin stocking the Old Grist Mill Pond with trout in the coming weeks. We would like to see all our fellow anglers back this year with some new ones as well. Let’s get ready to “break out” and welcome spring with fish scale blossoms in hand! Please register with the anglers name and age to seekonkfishingtournament@yahoo.com by Thursday April 14th. Remember there is no charge. Just come with your fishing poles, that special bait you may have, and catch some fish!

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Rehoboth Contra Dance Friday, April 22, 8 p.m.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, April 22, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Will Mentor. Music will be performed by Julie Metcalf, Mark Koyama, and Pete Johannsen. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $9; $8 students. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks. com/rehoboth.html.

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A Yard sale will be held on May 14, 2016 from 9:00am until 3:00pm to be held on the grounds of the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center, 55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. Spring cleaning, too much clutter? Then why not buy a space for $15.00 and sell your treasures. Must have own tables, and take home what is not sold. To reserve a space, call Steve 508 336-4195 or Lorraine 508 916-0971. To pay ahead, send a check for $15.00 made out to The Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club, Inc. and mail in care of the senior center. Proceeds to benefit The Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club. Rain date is May 21st.

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The Rehoboth Cultural Council Will Fund Two Centuries of Rehoboth History June 5th

Have you ever wondered what it was like to live in Rehoboth two hundred years ago? Here is your chance to find out. The Hornbine School and the Rehoboth Minutemen will join together to present an afternoon of history from 1 – 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, 2016 at the Hornbine School. The Carpenter Museum will also hold their Strawberry Festival that day. Bring your family to these two family friendly events and enjoy the day. The Hornbine School, a historic one room Schoolhouse Museum, will be open to the public from 1-5 p.m. The teachers will be there to share the school’s daily lessons and activities which all 3rd Grade Palmer River students experienced during their visits this spring. Rehoboth Minutemen will set up a small camp on the school grounds. The members will demonstrate skills and activities which were performed during 1776. There will be drills for the children as well as Rehoboth artifact displays, history stories and a fashion show. This FREE event will take place at the Hornbine School located at the corner of Hornbine Road and Baker Street in south east Rehoboth. The Hornbine School will also be open each 2nd and 4th Sunday for the remainder of the season from 2 – 4 p.m. For additional information contact Cathy Potter 508 252 3682. Come visit Hornbine School on June 5th for “Two Centuries of Rehoboth History.”

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Sun. April 10 9am, 12pm, 3pm East Providence Historical Society and Carpenter Museum present a narrated coach bus tour of “Old Rehoboth,” now Rumford RI, with stops for walking tours of the John Hunt House and Daggett House.

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Citizens Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament Monday, June 20th at 7:30 a.m.

Golf Tournament for Citizens Scholarship Foundation for Dighton-Rehoboth will be held at Crestwood Country Club on Monday, June 20th at 7:30 a.m. Golf, carts and lunch will be provided for the cost of $125.00 per person. All profit made will go to the students scholarship foundation. Please call Kathy at 508 208-9748 for more information. Flyers will be available for anyone interested in playing. Also if anyone would like to donate for the raffle or for the silent auction you may call Kathy.

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If you missed last year’s huge sale, here is your chance to get the word out and attend – On Saturday, April 9th, 2016, Central Congregational Church is pleased to host this one-of-a-kind fundraising event. The 2nd floor of Margaret Kay Fellowship Hall located at 115 Commonwealth Avenue in Attleboro Falls will be turned into a full mattress showroom with 18-20 name brand (All Sizes) mattresses on display from 10am – 5pm. Professional sales teams will answer questions and take orders of these Brand New, American Made, Name Brand Mattresses – Restonic, Simmons, Beauty Rest, Therapedic and more! Made locally and selling 30-60% below retail. A portion of the proceeds is going to the North Attleboro Firefighters’ Kid’s Day Association, a group that gives back to our community. For further info call 508-699-7700 or visit facebook. Sponsored by: Custom Fundraising Solutions Boston Events www.Facebook.com/CustomFundraisingSolutionsBoston

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“What Else Can I Do About Climate Change?: helping make the Paris Agreement a reality” Sunday, April 10, 2016 9:30 am

The world community is coming together under the Paris Agreement, a new collective push against climate change. The formal agreement is between countries, but there are many options for anyone who wants to participate, whatever their skills, interests, talents, and available time. Patrick Cage, formerly working with climate communications at MACUCC, will talk about exciting global developments at the United Nations climate conference in Paris this past December. He will discuss how anyone can be a part of the ambitious project to tackle climate change, one of the most complex global challenges people have faced. He will share under-considered ways to help stop climate change, focusing on particular areas and actions where individual participation can be especially important. Patrick now works for an initiative to train people in the technical aspects of a policy framework to save forests and fight climate change. Patrick will be speaking at Newman UCC as part of the 9:30 am worship service on Sunday, April 10, 2016. All are invited to attend. Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916 401-434-4742 newmanucc.org Newman UCC is an Open and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ and extends this invitation to one and all, living out the example of Jesus’ Extravagant Welcome. For more information, contact Rev. Timoth Sylvia at 401-4344742.

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Meeting on Alzheimer’s April 10, 2016 11:45-1:30

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Spring Missions Conference at Rehoboth Baptist Church Saturday, April 16th, 5:30 PM

Potluck supper and speaker, Paul Bothwell, Missions Door Urban Ministry Specialist for urban New England.

Newman Congregational Church, 81st Annual “May” Breakfast

Once again, Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ extends an invitation for one and all to join us on Saturday, April 30 for the 81st Annual “May” Breakfast. The breakfast is held from 7:00 am until 11:00 am in the church’s Memorial Hall, located at 100 Newman Avenue in Rumford. The breakfast buffet will consist of Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Quiche, Pancakes, Baked Beans, Oatmeal, Homemade Muffins, Juice, Coffee & Tea. Handmade May Baskets, filled with cookies or flowers will be on sale. Tickets will be sold at the door. Adults - $8.00 Children under age 12 - $3.00 Reservations are not required. However, parties of 10 or more may make a reservation by calling the church office at 401-4344742 x10. Newman UCC is an Open and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ and extends this invitation to one and all, living out the example of Jesus’ extravagant welcome. Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916 - on the corner of Newman and Pawtucket Avenues.

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Vacation Bible School Camp @ Rehoboth Congregational Church July 11-14th from 9 am to 12 pm. VBS is free to all ages 3-12. Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World A rock solid foundation for their lives, built on Bible truths that will help them understand how they can face challenges with Jesus’ provision of hope, courage, direction, love and His power! Games, bible stories and science experiments will be some of the fun activities during the week. Call the church office at 508-252-4545 to reserve your place on the quest!

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n honor of National Volunteer Week, April 10 – April 16, 2016, Sturdy Memorial Hospital and area organizations have planned the 31st annual recognition of volunteers who serve area social and human service agencies. According to Anne L. Messier, Director of Volunteer & Student Services at Sturdy Memorial Hospital, over 45 agencies representing more than 5,000 volunteers will join together in sponsoring this year’s recognition activities. On Friday, April 15, at 10:45 a.m., festivities will take place at the Attleboro Elks Hall located at South Main Street in Attleboro; please note that doors to the Elks will open at 10:15 a.m. Volunteers will be greeted by Mayor Kevin Dumas and their agencies will receive mayoral proclamations recognizing them for their service. Additional proclamations and congressional awards will be presented to each of the agencies. Presidential and governmental messages will also be read. Area legislators will be on hand to add their commendations. A luncheon sponsored by Sturdy Memorial Hospital will follow the ceremonies, which will be attended by more than 300 volunteers from participating agencies.

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The Caring Mural, decorated with individually crafted ornaments representing the participating agencies and their volunteers, will once again be on display in the foyer at City Hall during National Volunteer Week. There will be some exhibits, honoring the area’s volunteers, on display at numerous locations throughout the area. Once again, the event will include an essay contest sponsored by Rockland Trust and judged by the Greater Attleboro Women of Today. Submissions have been received from students in grades 6-12. The two first place winning essays will be read during the ceremony. Prizes will be awarded to all the winners at the luncheon. National Volunteer Week was first observed in the United States in 1972 and is now recognized each year by a special message from the President as well as proclamations by many governors. If you are an organization that utilizes volunteers and would like to participate in this event, please call Sturdy’s Volunteer & Student Services Department at 508/236-8800.

Sturdy Hosting Free Health Care Information Table In Recognition Of National Health Care Decisions Week

Attleboro, MA, March 28, 2016- Do your loved ones know your wishes when it comes to your decisions about your health care? National Health Care Decisions Week is April 11-16, in recognition of this, Sturdy will be hosting a FREE health care information table on Wednesday April 13 during the hours of 8-9:30am, 11:30am1:30pm, and 4-5pm in the Hospital Cafeteria. Staff will be available to help individuals 18 years and older make a personal health care plan and provide information on how to put that plan into action. Those who attend will learn the importance of picking a health agent and making a personal directive. Informational materials and forms will also be available throughout the day. For more information about National Health Care Decisions Week, and health care choices and planning resources available to you, visit www.honoringchoicesmass.com This program is open to all members of the community. For more information, please call 508-236-8020.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital Lists April Support Groups

Sturdy Memorial Hospital offers support groups on a variety of topics throughout the year. The groups are free and open to the public. The following are scheduled for April 2016: Prostate Cancer Support Group – Wednesday, April 6, 2016 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A, B & C. For more information, call the Oncology Department at 508-236-7010. Ostomy Support Group – Wednesday, April 6, 2016 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. For more information, call Nursing Administration at 508-236-7166. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group – Monday, April 11, 2016 from 6:30 continued on page 44...

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Each April Blithewold opens its gates to welcome visitors as springtime begins. The season unfurls with our well-known daffodil display, covering this 33-acre seaside estate with over fifty thousand daffodils that delight visitors for nearly a month. But daffodils are just the beginning of the springtime parade of ephemeral blooms, bulbs and blossoms. Watch our social media for Don't Miss Moments-- photos of the gardens and grounds showing you what Mother Nature is featuring on any given day.

Paula Clare and the Mike Tanaka Trio Present: A Celebration of American Song Sunday, April 10 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Singer Paula Clare and her band, Mike Tanaka & Friends, will entertain us with selections from the American Songbook-a wide-ranging and eclectic mix of jazz, popular song, blues, soul, and R&B. Although not necessarily timeworn classics, they are songs you’ll recognize, and songs that will make you smile. Refreshments will be served at Intermission. Arrive early and explore the gardens! $15 Member & Senior, $25 Nonmember

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Join us "after hours" at Blithewold for an evening filled with live jazz, a complimentary wine tasting, and the opportunity to explore Blithewold's enchanting spring gardens at dusk. An outdoor scavenger hunt will be available for children and those who are still kids at heart. Daffodil Days sponsor Bartlett Tree will promote their Tree Planting initiative by giving a free tree each Friday night. Free with regular Museum admission.

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Explore Blithewold's incredible grounds through the eyes of Executive Director, Karen Binder, on a leisurely evening stroll. Karen will highlight the outdoor elements, including exciting updates to buildings and grounds, as well as point out seasonal specimens. Families with children are welcome. Group Size is limited to 20. Participants will

meet at the Blithewold Visitor Center. Admission, plus $3 Children, $5 Adults. (Price includes admission).

Newport Flower Show Children's Division: Herbal Wreath Workshop

Saturday, April 16 10:00 am & 1 pm

Children will learn about several varieties of herbs found in Blithewold's greenhouse. They then snip and bundle some of them to create their own handmade herbal wreath, which can be hung as decoration or used in the kitchen! Children will all plant a mint urn planter and a tree seedling to take home. Their creation can be submitted in the Children's Division of The Newport Flower Show, June 24 - 26. Maximum of 20 participants in each class.

Gateway to Spring: A Botanical Exhibition

Saturday, April 23 - Friday, April 29

Be sure to visit the Mansion for this weeklong exhibition of fresh, locally sourced flowers and other living plants displayed in floral arrangements, terrariums, potted plants, and other seasonal arrangements, all celebrating that ephemeral season, Spring. Talented designers, through the creative use of plant material and fine-cut specimens, will produce compositions that will be true to this significant, historic Country Place-era home.

Family Nature Discovery Walks

April 20 & April 22 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Join us for an afternoon of observing and making connections to our natural world, something important for both kids and adults in our busy world. Participants will be given a special nature observation kit, which includes a magnifying glass and observation box, to explore the vibrant world around them. Gardens Manager and tour leader Gail Read will guide us toward discovering for ourselves the sensory delights of nature. The tour will begin in the Rose Garden, just behind the Visitors Center. Please wear comfortable, waterproof shoes. Feel free to arrive early and enjoy a picnic lunch on the grounds! Admission, plus $3 Children; plus $5 Adults. (Pay admission at the door). Register early, space is limited.

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Newport, RI – With “half-a-dillion” of its goal of 1 million daffodils ready to burst forth, Daffodillion announced plans today for its Third Annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival, one that promises to be bigger and daffier than ever. Featuring fun, free, family activities throughout Newport, the Festival has been expanded to nine days to allow visitors to revel in Mother Nature’s beauty and go daffy at twenty different events, beginning with the Opening Ceremonies at 2pm on Saturday, April 16 at Bowen’s & Bannister’s Wharves in downtown Newport. Other Festival highlights include: • Dabbling & Doodling the Daffys on Cliff Walk • Workshop on Photographing Flowers • A Daffy Doggie Parade • Daffy Sidewalk Chalk Painting • Daffodil Delight Private Garden Tours and Parties • Tour de Jonquilles Bike Ride • “Driving Miss Daffodil” Car Rally & Classic Car Display “Daffodillion has donated and helped plant nearly ‘half a dillion’ daffodil bulbs as part of its all-volunteer, city beautification effort,” said Project Director John Hirschboeck. “The hard work of planting in the fall yields a bounty of beauty each April. The Festival is our celebration of spring, enticing winter weary tourists and local residents to emerge from hibernation and “go daffy.” For the first time a “daffy boutonniere” (ok, just call it a daffy pin) can be purchased for only $5 at the Newport Visitor’s Center, and at Bowen’s Wharf. Those wearing the pin will receive hundreds of “Daffy Deals” at participating merchants, restaurants and attractions throughout town. For more information on The Newport Daffy Days Festival or Daffodillion, visit www. Daffodillion.com

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continued from page 46... – 8:30 p.m. in the Michael J. Poissant Clinical Education Center. For more information, call Nursing Administration at 508-236-7151. Friends and Family of Patients with Cancer Support Group – Wednesday, April 13, 2016 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms D & E. For more information, call the Oncology Department at 508-236-7010. Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, April 19, 2016 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A, B & C. For more information, call the Oncology Department at 508-236-7010. Breathing Club – Tuesday, April 26, 2016 from 1 – 3p.m. in the Michael J. Poissant Clinical Education Center. For more information, call the Respiratory Care Department at 508-236-7550. Diabetes Support Group – Wednesday, April 27, 2016 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. For more information, call Nursing Administration at 508-236-7166. Breast Cancer Support Group – Wednesday, April 27, 2016 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms D & E. For more information, call Ellen Gilbert at 508-236-7015.

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April 2016 The Reporter Whether it was putting on a play or running around outside, they would always be smiling and laughing together,” Kara recounts. “It’s an amazing experience. We appreciate our time with Abigail and she appreciates her time with us. Hosting is only a week, if you have time in the summer, there is no reason not to do it,” Kara shares. “I wish more people in our community would get involved. It really is fun and easy. It’s a great experience for everyone involved.” The Fresh Air Fund is always seeking host families to enable as many New York City children as possible to benefit from a summer experience outside of the city. To learn more about how to become a host family in the Seekonk area, please call Sarah Bates at 401-226-6764 or visit www. freshair.org.

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American Heritage Girls Troop MA3712 American Heritage Girls Troop MA3712 thank all who contributed to it’s second annual Regifting Rehoboth and Seekonk Drive to benefit The Rehoboth Helping Hands Food Pantry and The Seekonk Doorways Food Pantry. The girls collected new items from toys to household goods to clothing to benefit those in need. The girls delivered items and listened to Steve Martin give a brief overview of The Helping Hands Food Pantry, which serves on average of 50-60 families a week. Anyone who has items in new condition that they would like to bless someone in need with can call Mr. Martin at 508-252-3263. The girls would also like to challenge you with thinking about how you can help your neighbor...do you have a talent you could share? Bake or cook something for the Thursday afternoon pantry? Does your business have a service they could donate? Drop off some flowers? Pick up some items you find on sale and donate them? The possibilities are endless and you will be blessed in return!

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Four more fun programs for grown-ups only will be offered this spring, sponsored by the Friends of the Blanding Library.

Coloring from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tues. April 12

What fun! Stop by the Blanding and enjoy some coloring and socializing. All materials provided. No registration required. Free.

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Local artist Beth Buvarsky will show us how to use dry clay to make a decorative coil vessel you can take home with you. Space is limited to 12 people and advance registration is required. $5 fee.

Clay Workshop on Tues. May 10 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Table-top Gardens on Fri. May 20 from 10:30 to noon

Build a personalized table top garden or terrarium for your home. We will use stones, soil, moss and other plants. Bring your own container or buy one at the event. All other materials provided. $5 fee. Space is limited to 15 people and advance registration is required.

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“Let’s Fly a Kite” on Tues. April 19 at 11 a.m.

Build your own sled kite, creating your own design. Sled kites are just right for beginners. Leading this fun and free program will be Deb Banna from Deeanne Art. Call ahead to register (508-2524236). This program is for children in grade school and is made possible by the Friends of the Blanding Library.

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Marla Isaac of New England Raptors and Reptiles will be back on Thurs. April 21 at 11 a.m. to noon. Remember Marla’s fascinating raptor program last year? This time she will be bringing live amphibians, snakes, lizards, turtles and crocodilians. This program is free, and brought to you by the Friends of the Blanding Library. No registration required.

Family Movie Night Tues. April 19 at 7 p.m.

“Inside Out” will be the featured film on Tues. April 19 at 7 p.m. at Goff Hall. This movie night is free and open to all.

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Spring story hours for children continue from April 27 to May 26. For children ages 3-K, three sessions are offered: Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. and Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. or from 2-3 p.m. Tot Time will continue from 10 to 10:30 on Tuesday mornings. All children must be registered in advance. Call the library at 508-252-4236. You can now reserve museum passes online by going to Blanding Tixkeeper. Just go to blandinglibrary.net and click on Museum Passes. These one-day discount passes are free to anyone who has a library card. Kristin Hannah’s novel “Nightingale” will be the next book discussed by the Blanding book club on Wed. May 4 at 7 p.m.

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Seekonk Public Library Children’s Programs at Seekonk Library National Library Week, April 11-16

Monday, April 11 Mad Science Workshop 4pm register Tuesday, April 12 Reading with Oliver 3:15 Wednesday, April 13 Geneology Program for adults at 6pm Thursday, April 14 Watercolors for Kids ages 5+ 4pm register Poetry Reading for adults at 6:30 pm

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Monday, April 18 Library Closed due to Patriots’ Day Tuesday, April 19 Book Swap & Board Games, 1-3:30 pm and Family Movie, 4pm. Brand new release! Call for title. Wednesday, April 20 “Let Off Some STEAM!” Science 1:30 pm Pre K+ Register Thursday, April 21 Teddy Bear Picnic 3 pm Friday, April 22 Earth Day Craft 2 pm Saturday, April 23 Movie Matinee 2 pm

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Registration for Spring Storytimes begins on April 1 and the programs start the week of April 25. Lapsit meets on Monday mornings at 9:30 or 10:45, Toddler Storytime is on Tuesdays at 10:30 and Preschool Storytime meets on Wednesdays at 1:30 pm or Thursdays at 10:30 am. Visit seekonkpl.org/children for program details and to register.

Family Night. Reptile Exhibit with Marla Isaac Monday, April 25 6:30 pm

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Know Your Rights & Protect Your Wallet: A Consumer Protection Series

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Whether it is your first car purchase or first in a long time, you want to know your rights and responsibilities BEFORE you sign. Learn about purchase agreements, the Lemon Law, Used Car Warranty Law, and more. These programs are free and open to the public through a sponsorship from the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library. For information: www.seekonkpl.org or Contact: library@seekonkpl.org

Getting Into Genealogy Workshop

Wednesday, April 13 at 6:30 PM

Did you know that Seekonk Library has a subscription to Ancestry.com’s Ancestry Library? Now is the perfect time to dive into that family tree project you’ve always wanted to start or that you’ve gotten stuck in. To help you on your journey, attend the Getting Into Genealogy program at Seekonk Library on Wednesday, April 13 at 6:30 PM. This program will be presented by the Bristol chapter of the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists. Registration is preferred, but not required to attend this program generously sponsored by The Friends of the Seekonk Public Library. Register online in the Calendar of Events at seekonkpl.org or by calling the library at 508-336-8230. The Massachusetts Society of Genealogists, Inc. (MSOG), a non-profit, educational organization, was founded in 1975 with the purpose of promoting and encouraging Massachusetts genealogical research at all levels, beginner, amateur, and professional.

Seekonk Library Presentation of Poetry of People and Places – A Visit with Holman Day Thursday, April 14 6:30 pm

A grant from the Seekonk Cultural Council and the Massachusetts Cultural Council makes possible the presentation of Poetry of People and Places – A Visit with Holman Day – to be included by the Seekonk Library in their Adult Cultural Program of 2016. The one hour program is scheduled for 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 14, 2016 as part of National Poetry Month. Holman Day, poet of Maine, graduated from Colby College in 1887 and worked for newspapers all over the state of Maine during most of his life. His extensive poetic

April 2016 writings make local characters of a hundred years ago come alive in tales of the woods, the farm, the sea and village life. What Norman Rockwell conveys of Americana with paint, Holman Day evokes in narrative rhyme. Joseph Scott, a Seekonk resident in retirement from a career in education, recites selected poems of Holman Day. Subdued theatricality - simple props, everyday working clothes and hints of local accent - combine to paint a picture of the Maine of long ago and the colorful characters of local renown: Elkanah B. Atkinson, Oradudolph Moody, uncle Elnathan Shaw, Smoky Finnigan, aunt Jemimy Brown and others. You are cordially invited to enjoy a visit to the Maine that Holman Day once knew by means of the nearly lost art of poetic narrative recitation. Memorization and recitation were once staples of the elementary school curriculum. In the higher grades “learning lines” was also considered to be an appropriate punishment for all manner of minor offenses. When was the last time you heard someone recite a poem from memory? A Visit with Holman Day harks back to the turn of the previous century, 1900 not 2000, in both content and delivery. Mr. Scott hopes that young and old will be pleased to discover that listening skill provides access to times gone by, fires the imagination and has a place in the twenty-first century.

Aristocats Swing Jazz Quartet Concert at Seekonk Library

Wednesday, April 20th 6:30 pm

Put some swing in your step on Wednesday, April 20th at 6:30 pm when Lloyd Kaplan’s Aristocats perform at the Seekonk Public Library. This event is free and open to the public, sponsored by The Friends of the Seekonk Public Library; no registration is necessary. This quartet plays the popular songs of the 1920’s through 1940’s in a swing/ jazz style you’re sure to enjoy. Musicians include Lloyd Kaplan on clarinet, saxophone, and vocals; Nat Piccirilli on guitar and banjo; Dennis Pratt on upright bass; and Joe Holtzman on drums. Guest vocalist George Leonard will also be appearing. Come and experience the timeless music made popular by Billie Holiday and more in this free live music event! For information: www.seekonkpl.org or Contact: library@seekonkpl.org .

Oscar Buzz Movies @ Seekonk Library Thursday, April 28, 6:00 pm

Skip the wait in movie theater lines and the expensive popcorn! Take some time for yourself and enjoy this Oscar Buzz select DVD release for FREE at Seekonk Public Library! This program is free and open to the public through a sponsorship from the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library.

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Nominated for six Academy Awards, in this film set in the 1950’s an aspiring photographer develops an intimate relationship with an older woman. The story is based on the novel The Price of Salt by Patricia Highsmith. Rated R, 1 hour 58 minutes. Licensing prevents us from printing titles; call the library for the title and other details at 508-336-8230 ext. 5130. For information: www.seekonkpl.org or Contact: library@seekonkpl.org.

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Spring is finally here! Whether you want to lighten up your wardrobe or tackle some home improvement, you can find what you need in the latest issues of popular magazines; enjoy them online for FREE with Flipster and Zinio, courtesy of the library. Your Seekonk Public Library card gives you access to Flipster, a simple way to read magazines like House Beautiful, Real Simple, and more. Read the latest issues on your computer or install the free app to download issues to an iPad, iPhone, Kindle Fire, and other Android devices for offline reading anytime, anywhere. Also Massachusetts residents can sign up for a free BPL ecard to access over 100 titles using Zinio. Learn more about using both services by contacting the Seekonk Library at 508-336-8230 x5130 or library@seekonkpl.org.

Library Building Study Schedules Final Two Public Meetings

Seekonk residents will have an opportunity to view and discuss design options for the Seekonk Public Library at public meetings scheduled for Tuesday, March 29 and Wednesday, May 11. These meetings will be the final two meetings in a series of public discussions with the library planning and design team from Tappe Architects. Both meetings will start at 7:00 p.m. in the multi-purpose room at the library. On March 29, architects from Tappe will present some design options for renovating and expanding the library building on its current site at 410 Newman Avenue. The Library Facilities Study Committee had discussed moving the library to another location, but the preliminary findings from the engineering surveys indicate that expansion at the current location may be the most feasible option. The study committee felt comfortable enough with these initial reports to limit designers to the Newman Avenue location until additional information is obtained. On May 11, the design team will present the final schematic designs to the public. The conceptual designs and drawings will assist residents in visualizing what the renovated and expand facility may look like when completed. The design along with rough cost estimates for the project will be presented to the annual Financial Town Meeting on May 16 as the final recommendation of the Library Facilities Study Committee. At the May Town Meeting, the study committee will be asking voters at town to accept the overall design and to grant permission to the Board of Selectmen and the Board of Library Trustees to apply for state and federal grant funds for the project. The study committee will not be requesting any local funding for the project at this time. Voters will have an opportunity to vote on funding the project at a future town meeting after the Town learns what other grant funding is available. Residents can obtain additional information about the library facilities study by visiting the library website at www.seekonkpl.org or by calling the library director at (508) 336-8230, extension 5101.

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The 82nd Annual Meeting of the Rehoboth Garden Club will take place at Crestwood Country Club on April 11, 2016. The club would like to recognize the efforts and talents of outgoing Co-Presidents Helen Davis and Elaine DiChiara during their two year term in office. Members are reminded to send their reservation forms and payment to Susan Thayer by April 1, 2016. Our first civic project of the Spring will be the clean up and preparation of the Carpenter Museum Herb Garden on Monday, May 2, 2016. We will also be dedicating memorial garden stones honoring past RGC Presidents Kathryn Blake and Gertrude Grimley. Their family members have been invited to attend the ceremony and join us for a luncheon. Mark your calendars for Rehoboth Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale, which will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 10AM until 1PM at the Goff Hall Barn Shed, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA. A wide variety of annuals, including hanging plants, perennials, herbs, vegetables, bushes and houseplants will be available. Proceeds from this fundraiser will support our scholarship program, as well as civic and educational events. All plant donations will be graciously accepted. Our club is once again offering a second semester $1,000.00 scholarship to a high school senior or graduate student from Rehoboth and surrounding communities. Applicants must have been accepted to an accredited college or graduate school. Applicants must be majoring in some area of natural science, including botany, agricultural science, landscape architecture or design, forestry, agronomy, environmental science, natural resource management, horticulture, soil and crop science or marine biology. Students may obtain applications by writing to the Rehoboth Garden Club, 117 Carpenter Street, Rehoboth, MA 02769 or by calling 508-252-6337. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2016. As always, the Rehoboth Garden Club is happy to welcome new members. Spring is the perfect time to join! Please contact Dianne Burns at 508-336-9933 or dburns54@ comcast.net for information. “A garden is a love song, a duet between a human being and Mother Nature” - Jeff Cox

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& Garden 2. Let in the fresh air. Naturally, you’ll throw open some windows to let in the fresh air, but to really chase out the odors that have accumulated after months of being closed in, you need to do more. To make your home smell fresh, boil water with two tablespoons of baking soda and a lemon peel for a serious odor-fighting solution. 3. Change your light bulbs. An easy way to spruce up your home is by brightening it up with new lighting. Replacing old bulbs in every room with energy efficient Philips LED A19 bulbs will not only save you money on your energy bills, but will help create a comfortable and relaxing environment in your home. With LEDs lasting ten years, this is one task you can cross off your list for years to come. 4. Wax on, wax off. As a matter of routine, we dust, sweep, mop and scrub around the house, but too often forget to wax wooden furniture. Not only does waxing add a shine to wood, it gives it an added layer of protection and increases its longevity. 5. Get rid of all that clutter. A lot can accumulate over the course of those winter months: unused gifts from the holidays, old and worn winter clothes, and maybe even a damaged sled or two. Your first impulse might be to hang on to this stuff or just find more storage space, but be bold and get rid of it! Whether you kick these items to the curb or donate them locally, having a clutter-free house heading into the summer months is an unbelievable feeling. There are few things as satisfying as a good spring cleaning, and once you’re finished, you might be exhausted, but both you and your home will feel rejuvenated. And with 4-packs of Philips LED A19 bulbs now available at The Home Depot for just $9.97, there’s never been a more affordable time to transform your home into a clean, efficient and comfortable place, filled with the liveliness and fresh smells of the season.

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Growing your own vegetables means you have ample opportunity to experiment and “play” with your food. This can be as easy as adding some fresh herbs like mint or rosemary to ice cream or experimenting with pickling using those extra cucumbers you’ve grown.

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(BPT) - Spring is in the air, and that means tackling home improvement projects you’ve been putting off all winter long. As you plan for these projects over the warmer months, include steps to improve your family’s home environment, both inside and outside. Your house will be a better, more comfortable place to live. Conserve water. Help preserve this precious resource by replacing any leaky indoor faucets in your kitchen, laundry and bathroom. Also, think about replacing your showerhead with a low-flow model. Outdoors, check the watering hose faucet for leaks and replace it if needed. And when mowing the lawn, epa.gov recommends setting the blades 2 to 3 inches high because the longer grass shades the soil, improving moisture retention and helping the grass survive drought and tolerate insect damage. Reduce indoor pollutants. Improve your home’s indoor air quality. EPA studies indicate indoor air may be 25 times, and occasionally more than 100 times, more polluted than outdoor air. A whole-house air cleaner, such as Trane CleanEffects, can remove up to 99.98 percent of airborne particles and allergens from the filtered air, such as dust, pollen, bacteria, pet dander, mold spores and smoke. Seal air leaks. Keep cool air in and hot air out by sealing leaks and adding insulation. Areas to check for repairs include the attic, garage and unfinished basement. Throughout the house, ensure that all cooling and heating vents and registers meet the floors, walls and ceilings and are well sealed. Keep cool more efficiently. Upgrading your cooling system to a more efficient one can save home energy consumption,

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(BPT) - Moving into a new home is exciting - for the humans in the family. It can be less comfortable for pets who need time to adjust to a new environment, learn their way around and discover the best nap spots in their new home. As a loving pet parent, you want every member of your family to be as happy and comfortable as possible. Here are some tips to make your home more welcoming to your four-legged family members:

Convenient dining

Your furry friend will need his own space for meals - unless you don’t mind him begging at the table when you eat! Make sure he has a bowl that is appropriate for his size and always clean it between meals. Vets recommend feeding pets only once or twice a day, so you’ll want to stow away bowls when they’re not in use. Many homes, including manufactured homes offered by Clayton, can be customized with a pet friendly feature - pet dish drawers that allow you to conceal feeding dishes when they’re not needed, and slide the drawer open when it’s meal time. It’s a great way to keep your pet’s dining area near yours but also out of the way.

Hang-out space

Dogs and cats spend a lot of their day napping and relaxing, so be sure to provide a variety of spaces for your pet to just hang out - with you or on his own. Clayton builds pet-friendly spots into many of their home models, including window seats and hideaway cubbies where pets can nap in peace. Sunrooms are also great for both pets and their humans to enjoy the feeling of al-fresco dining while remaining securely inside. Sun worshipping pets can also catch some rays while hanging out.

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While many dogs enjoy a bath now and then, the process can be messy at home. Including a pet wash station with a hand-held hose in the mudroom ensures you’ll be able to clean up your dirty pup before he drags dirt through the house. Make sure you outfit your wash station with an ample supply of soft, absorbent towels, dog shampoo and all the grooming tools you’ll need to keep your pup looking great.

Safe and happy outdoors

Many pets enjoy a good romp outdoors, and you want your companion to be able to safely play in his outdoor environment. Start by adding a fence if you don’t already have one. Choose one with vertical slats or rails close enough together that a pet can’t slip through, and high enough that he or she can’t jump over it. Next, be sure your pet has plenty of shady spots where he can hide, nap or just chill. Consider adding an outdoor pet fountain so pets always have access to fresh water, and a pet door to allow your dog or cat to easily come and go from your backyard.

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Unless you have a rare hairless breed, you probably deal with pet hair daily. As you’re decorating your new home, remember choosing carpeting close in color to your pet’s coat will make shed hair less visible. You should also keep in mind the size of your dog as you’re choosing hard flooring. Sturdy laminates will hold up better if you have large dogs in the house, while smaller dogs and cats may have trouble getting traction on vinyl or hardwood floors. “When you’re buying a home, it’s important that you consider every member of the family, and pets are a huge part of our families,” says Clayton CEO Kevin Clayton. “Choosing to include petfriendly features enhances not only a pet’s home life, but creates a better functioning environment for the homeowners too.” Visit www.claytonhomes.com to learn more about the pet features available or find a Home Center in your area.

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(BPT) - As more Americans choose restaurants that take pride in buying from local farms and cooking in season, many families have brought these farm-to-table values home with them. That may feel like the latest trend to emerge from the culinary world, but its roots run deep on family farms; the benefits of growing your own food and living “backyard-to-table” have been practiced there for generations. A backyard-to-table lifestyle has countless benefits: saving money at the grocery store, living more sustainably, knowing exactly where your healthy foods come from and spending quality time with your family - to name a few. And, for families seeking to grow more of their own food, it’s important to know the appeal raising backyard chickens plays in living this movement year-round. “Many people begin exploring the backyard-to-table trend by raising their own vegetables, fruits and herbs, but you don’t have to stop there,” says Lisa Steele, top-selling author of “Fresh Eggs Daily” and “Duck Eggs Daily,” and creator of the popular backyard chickening website FreshEggsDaily.com. “Raising your own flock of backyard chickens provides a reliable source of wholesome eggs, and chicken droppings provide excellent fertilizer for the garden,” Steele says. “From the coop to the garden to the kitchen, it’s a fun and rewarding way for families to spend time together, and raising poultry teaches about a sustainable lifestyle.” Spring is the perfect time to start a backyard flock, Steele says. Tractor Supply Company, the nation’s largest rural lifestyle retailer, celebrates the arrival of spring with its popular Chick Days event in its stores throughout the country. You can visit nearly any Tractor Supply location, see and select live chicks to begin your flock, and get all the equipment, feed and advice you need to successfully cultivate the baby chicks into an egg-laying flock. The chicken experts from Tractor Supply offer some tips to get you started: * Before buying chicks, prepare. They’re babies and will need special care, including a “brooder guard” to help keep them warm. This can be as simple as a cardboard box or circular cardboard fence. Add a heat source, such as a 250-watt infrared bulb placed 18 inches above the ground. Disinfect the area with chlorine or ammonia and spread a few inches of wood shavings on the ground. The day before bringing chicks home, turn on the lamp to ensure the litter is thoroughly warm. * Poultry require clean, fresh water at every age. A 1-gallon chick waterer refreshed regularly will provide plenty of hydration for a small flock. * Keep the lamp on 24 hours a day during the first week the chicks are in their new home, and then gradually reduce the amount of light to 12 to 13 hours per day. * Pay attention to how the chicks behave. If they crowd into the corners of the brooding area, away from the lamp, they may be feeling too warm. If they chirp a lot and huddle under the lamp in a pile, they may be feeling cold.

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Home & Garden * At 6 weeks old, chicks should be ready to move in to their chicken coop. You can purchase a wide selection of chicken coops and hutches from Tractor Supply and TractorSupply.com, or find detailed instructions for building coops on the Tractor Supply online Know How Central. * Chicks require different kinds of feed than adult birds. Until they’re about 8 weeks old, chicks should eat a special chick “starter feed” with more of the protein that young birds need (available at all Tractor Supply stores). Feed them following the bag directions, but only buy a month’s supply at a time to ensure the minerals and vitamins stay fresh. * Between eight and 18 weeks, your flock should be eating “grower feed.” A grower formulation helps a young hen develop into a reliable egg layer. At 18 weeks, your flock can transition to adult feed. To encourage egg production, a feed with 16 to 20 percent protein is recommended. “Layer feed” contains calcium so eggshells stay hard. In about 24 weeks, your flock will be established, and your family can begin enjoying fresh, wholesome eggs every day. As well, home gardeners will enjoy the natural pest control and outstanding fertilizer chickens naturally provide. Truly, for Americans looking to live more sustainably and embrace the backyard-to-table movement at home, backyard poultry is the next big thing in food.

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Wood and composites are the two primary types of boarding used for decks. Wood is a renewable resource; more trees can grow to replace the ones harvested for your deck boards, and when your deck’s usable life ends, you can recycle the wood it was made of. However, pressure-treated lumber is not recyclable. While the preservatives it’s treated with make pressure-treated lumber last longer than many types of untreated wood, it’s less eco-friendly in the long run because it must be disposed of instead of reused. If you prefer a wood deck, look for naturally weather- and pest-resistant wood varieties like California red wood, western red cedar or ipe. Continued on next page...

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Just as wood and composites are the primary materials for deck floors, they’re also commonly used for railings. However, given the railing’s exposure to the elements and its importance in the safety and beauty of a deck, it’s worth exploring other green alternatives. Stainless steel cable railing, like Ultra-tec(R) by The Cable Connection, not only provides unobscured views from your deck and a sleek, attractive look, it’s also 100 percent recyclable. What’s more, Ultra-tec(R) is made from recycled stainless steel, meaning fabrication requires less consumption of resources like fossil fuels, less consumption of minerals through mining, and a reduced environmental impact. Greener railings can also save you some green; you can easily install stainless steel railing yourself on a new or existing wood or composite deck. To learn more, visit ultra-tec.com.

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April 2016 Lighting is also a great way to boost the visual appeal and usability of a deck. You can enjoy mood-making light that’s also ecofriendly by using solar lights, rather than electrical ones, throughout your deck. A variety of solar deck lights are available online and in home improvement stores. You can even find solar-powered decorative post caps for deck railings. Choosing greener deck options can help ensure you enjoy your outdoor environment throughout the year, and help preserve the environment for future generations.

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(BPT) - She’s spent years taking care of you, whether it was mending your first broken heart, helping you pack and move for college, or moving in to help take care of your first child. Mom has always been around to help. For all the times she’s been there for you, now is the time to be there for her. This Mother’s Day, plan the perfect day to show mom just how thankful you are. Plan a day together. Set aside all other plans and treat your mom to a day filled with her favorite people, places and things. Whether it’s a day spent indoors playing games or reminiscing, or grabbing the extended family and heading to her favorite park, lake or ocean for a picnic, simply sharing in these moments is sure to bring your mom joy and delight. Host an afternoon tea. While breakfast in bed may have been your Mother’s Day tradition growing up, perhaps it’s time for something new. This year, treat mom to a relaxing and indulgent afternoon tea filled with delicious treats like these Lavender Buttermilk Scones. Ingredients: • 8 ounces self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 2 ounces unsalted butter, cut into small cubes, plus extra for greasing • 3 ounces lavender-flavored sugar, sifted if preferred (see Cook’s Tip below)

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It’s important to send your kids to a camp run by an organization you trust. There is something to be said about a camp that’s been in operation for several years, and a welltrained staff definitely has something to do with it. The staff should be background checked and certified to take care of children on a daily basis. Before you sign up, ask about safety standards and what the camp’s protocols are for camper-staff interactions.

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Whether it’s a camp with a theme or a general kids’ day camp, kids do well when presented with a variety of options when it comes to activities. From arts and crafts to field trips, sports, swimming and games, find a camp with activities your child will love. Your child will thrive at a camp that offers full days of play, thrilling field trips and healthy activities, like the camps at Life Time - The Healthy Way of Life Company. And don’t forget to pack a swimsuit and sunscreen.

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Just because your kids have the summer off doesn’t mean your schedule becomes more flexible. Look for camps that offer the option to drop them off early so you can still make to work on time. Similarly, many camps offer later pick up times, often key for working parents. Life Time Kids camps offer early drop off for just $20 per week if your kids are signed up for a camp that starts in the morning. There’s no need to worry about finding the right kids’ camp when you know what to look for. Use this as a checklist and your child will be on their way to a summer full of fun and adventures. For more information on kids camp options visit lifetimefitness.com.

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Camp Asks Alumni and Friends to Sponsor July 29 Event Camp Yawgoog, a 1,800-acre Boy Scout Camp, located in Rockville, RI, is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year. The camp serves over 6,400 Scouts during the eight-week summer season and is known as a “Scout Adventureland, Forever.” Yawgoog is the country’s second oldest continuously run Boy Scout camp and is owned and operated by the Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America. The year-long Centennial Celebration will culminate with a Join our Summer ‘Homecoming Weekend’ on July 29th thru 31st. The weekend-long Horsemanship Programs celebration will begin on Friday evening with an Opening Reception Beginners Welcome Ages 6 & Up at Chelo’s on the Waterfront in Warwick, RI, with guest speaker July 14 & 21 - August 4, 11 & 18 Gillian Clay, Granddaughter of Lord Baden Powell, the founder of July 11 & 18 • August 8 & 15 • Mon - Fri 9-3 the Scouting movement. On Saturday, events at Camp Yawgoog July &of21 August 4, 11 & 18 • All 14 Aspects Horse- Care will kick off at 9:30 a.m. with a 5K Road Race & Fun Run. While & Horsemanship some of our Alumni will take part in the 5K Road Race, others will • Daily Riding Lessons (rain or shine) be participating in all the program activities enjoyed by our Scouts. • Crafts & Activities The days’ events will include tours of camp, memorabilia displays, • Trail Rides • Swimming visiting with Gill Clay and the dedication of the new Yawgoog 100 Brick Memorial Walkway. Attendees will be treated to a catered clinic with a horse show dinner under a tent, a brief but very special awards presentation top ne judge on the 24th Show Rider and then conclude the day by attending the famous ‘Yawgoog OPEN HOUSE Horsemanship Program Saturday Night Show’ at 8 p.m. On Sunday, July 31st, the day will AND Mon. - Fri. 10-4 Show Rider begin with Mass offered by The Most Reverend Thomas J. Tobin. REGISTRATION April 18-22 • Mon-Fri 10-4 Horsemanship Program Visitors will be invited to stay for the classic Chicken BBQ and the Saturdays 11:30-1:30 For Seasoned Ages 6 & Up Mon.R- iders Fri. 10-4 or by Appointment weekend’s events will conclude with the iconic Yawgoog Sunday Dress Parade and music by the Providence Brigade Band. “Not only is this weekend an opportunity to spend time with friends new and old, it’s also a chance for Alumni to raise funds for their favorite Boy Scout camp,” said Paul J. Choquette, Jr., Chair of the Yawgoog 100th Anniversary Celebration. The Narragansett Council created the ‘Yawgoog 100 Endowment Fund’ with a million dollar goal to celebrate Yawgoog’s 100th Anniversary and to raise money to help secure the future of Yawgoog. Each donor to the Yawgoog 100 Endowment Fund will be recognized with an engraved brick in the new walkway and flagpole area in the Donald North Court. Bricks are available starting at $100 all the way up to a cornerstone gift for $100,000. Donations can be a one-time gift, or made over a five year period or through estate gifts. Camp Yawgoog allows Scouts the opportunity to participate in activities such as sailing, kayaking, archery, climbing and rap• Among New England’s best summer day camps for kids, 6-13, located on Route 44 in Rehoboth pelling. Scouts are also given the chance • Open House: Sunday, June 19, 12-3 p.m. to work in outdoor classrooms to improve • Special one-week session: June 20 -24, $160 for the week their nature, astronomy and geology skills. • Two-week sessions: June 27-August 19, $325 per session “Our goal is for every Scout to learn • Swimming, fishing, crafts, sports, nature programs, a new or improved skill set and leave the archery, petting zoo and much more camp devoted to Scouting’s values,” said • Mass. Childcare Vouchers accepted Paul Choquette. “With the help of Alumni • Visit us online at support and fundraisers such as this, we www.bgcpawt.org will be able to make this goal come to life.” • Call 401-722-8840 To learn more about Camp Yawgoog (508-252-6300 summer) and how you can become a sponsor of the Yawgoog 100 Endowment Fund, visit: www. BUS STOPS IN ATTLEBORO AND NORTON yawgoog100.org.

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(BPT) - Do you hear that? It’s the cheering of students as they run through the hallways on the last day of school. They’re excited for three months of playing outside with no teachers and no assignments. What will they get into this summer that will keep them entertained, active, using their brains and socializing with peers? “It can be tempting for kids to fall into the old habit of lounging on the couch in front of the TV all day when out of school. Students often don’t get an adequate mix of challenge and fun during the summer months,” says Ellen Marks, Curriculum Director of Bricks 4 Kidz(R), an award-winning summer camp and after-school program. “Summer is an ideal time for them to take on new challenges, engage in critical thinking and have fun with peers in an energetic atmosphere.”

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Don’t let your kids sit at home in front of a screen all summer. “Children need a chance to experience working in a group setting as well as on their own,” says Michelle Cote, founder and president of Bricks 4 Kidz. “Group work allows them the opportunity to collaborate and learn about their peers, while working alone helps build self-confidence. Creative and imaginative play is also beneficial to child development, so help your kids get up off the couch and into an environment that encourages both playtime and learning.” Kids can easily avoid brain drain this summer when they learn through playing. Put them in a program that will employ their minds while having fun and making friends along the way. To find a program in your area, visit www.bricks4kidz.com. You can learn more about their programs and new summer camps by searching for a location by state or zip code.

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The Famous Wheeler Clothing & More Sale April 14-16 What Will YOU Find This Year?

The Wheeler School’s Annual Clothing & More Sale returns for its 68th year of fabulous deals on clothing (and more) for the whole family, April 14-16, 2016, in the Wheeler School gymnasium at 407 Brook Street (between Angell and Meeting Streets) on the East Side of Providence.

NEW HOURS FOR 2016 Thursday, April 14, 10am - 8pm Friday, April 15, Noon - 8pm Saturday, April 16, 10am - 3pm Admission is free and you will find a bargain shopper’s paradise of new and gently-worn women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, books, sporting gear, household items, games and toys at this once yearly “pop-up” department store. Dan Miller, Wheeler’s Head of School notes, “The Wheeler Clothing Sale is an annual and epic phenomenon -- part flea market, part street fair, part yard sale, entirely joyous – that draws bargain hunters from all over the city, state and region. Proceeds support Wheeler, but the larger goal is met through community outreach and the continuation of a tradition that goes back over half a century.” Sponsored and run by the Wheeler School Parents Association, parents, teachers, students, staff and alumni donate thousands of volunteer hours to carefully sort, organize and sell high quality gently-worn (or new) items. All clothing and items remaining after the sale are donated to area nonprofits and community organizations. For more information about the Annual Wheeler School Clothing & More Sale, go to www.wheelerschool.org/clothingsale, call 401-421-8100, or find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook. com/wheelerclothingsale.

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-We wrapped up winter with a very successful Silent Auction at the Hillside Country Club! A huge thank you to Hillside for once again hosting this great event and for providing the highly sought after door prize- a Hillside Pool Club family membership------congratulations to our lucky winner! A very special thank you to Susan Bogosian and Jenn Moitoso for organizing such a fun-filled evening! Also to the many volunteers whose help and enthusiasm were so appreciated! The proceeds raised from this event will directly benefit our students at Palmer River Elementary and Beckwith Middle schools. -On April 1st, our boys enjoyed a great time bowling with a special someone of their choice on Boys’ Choice Day! -The Rehoboth PTSA is once again proud to partner with our great local restaurants to support our students. This month, stop in to enjoy lunch or dinner at Plaza Pizza---give them your “Restaurant of the Month” coupon (available at www.RehobothPTSA.org, under Fundraisers), and you’ll be helping to support our students and our local restaurants----and enjoying a great meal at the same time! As always, we invite you to join the Rehoboth PTSA-your membership means so much for our students! For more information please visit www.rehobothptsa.org Thank you, Karen DeRoche PTSA President

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Rehoboth Detectives Eastwood and Casey met with students at the Dighton Rehoboth High School who are enrolled in the Legal Theory/Investigations and Collection of Evidence courses. The Detectives discussed their role as a detective and conducted a presentation on crime scene investigations and evidence collection. Approximately 12 students, both Juniors and Seniors, are enrolled in the classes. Sgt. Shawn Cronin of the Dighton Police Department serves as the instructor for the classes.

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The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School class of 1966 is planning its 50th reunion for June 24th, 25th, and 26th. Any member of this class, whether he/she graduated or not, is included in the weekend of celebrations. However, there are many classmates the committee is unable to contact. This list includes: Bonita (Jennings) Doucette, Carol Littlefield, Cheryl (Pena) Malo, Cynthia (Rodgers) Petrin, Daniel E. Martin, Diane (Grenier) Holmes, Donna (Tschirch) Burke, Donna Castle, Edward J. Brooks, Eileen (Laprise) Ring, Eleanor (Witherell) Patum, Gregory Fisk, Herbert Knowles, Holly-Lee Wickliff, Howard Horton, James Kimber Thompson, Janet (Dupere) Loranger, John Cassidy, John J. Sojka, Kathleen (Lopes) Tedesco, Linda Camara, Linda (Robillard) King, Thomas Sorafine, Tosca (Wolowicz) Coubron, and Valerie Marshall. Contact information on any of these missing classmates may be conveyed to reunion organizer Charlotte at 508-339-5921 or dwightandnemo@comcast. net. Any other members of the DRRHS class of ’66 who have not received news about the reunion, is encouraged to contact her,

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The Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School Class of 1966 has room in their Classic Car Show for a few more vehicles (all makes and models) manufactured between the years 1948 to 1966. This Classic Car (truck and motorcycle) Show will take place at DRRHS on Saturday morning, June 25. Drivers should plan to be at DR between 8:00 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. The show will continue for as long as owners of these beautiful rides wish to display them. If you would like to show off your vintage vehicle, contact Charlotte, Reunion Committee Chairperson at 508-339-5921. Any member of the DRRHS Class of 1966, who has not been contacted yet about the 50th reunion, should also call Charlotte, since it means she no longer has current contact information for you.

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Students in Mrs. Peachwall and Mrs. Coyne’s Science class model the phases of the moon with Oreo cookies. Mr. Kenny and 8th graders set up CO2 propelled cars created by students in STEM class and designed for speed.

Beckwith Represented at Southeastern Massachusetts District Music Festival

Congratulations to Sarah Arnold, Grace Couto, Ashley Damon, Bella DeCilio, and Meghan Reed for representing Beckwith Middle School in the Southeastern Massachusetts District Music Festival held on March 4th and 5th at Taunton High School. The students participated in two full-day choral rehearsals under the direction of Westborough High School’s choral director, Alyson Greer. The festival concluded with a concert that was enjoyed by family and friends.

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The following students were presented with Student of the Month Certificates for the month of February: Gr. 8 - Sara Mulligan / Connor Platt Gr. 7 - Hailey Enos / Bryce Henriques Gr. 6 - Kayley Cronin / Aiden Maciel Gr. 5 - Mackenzie Medeiros / Aydan Comey Related Arts - Adrienne Iafrate / Kevin Moitoso

Honk, Jr. a Smashing Success

Congratulations to the cast and crew of Honk, Jr. for putting on three terrific shows on March 18, 19, and 20. The show featured amazing musical scenes as well as hilarious lines from characters played by 5th-8th grade students. Characters moved throughout the audience during the play adding to the entertainment. The play featured Ugly, played by Meghan Reed, a newly hatched duckling of Ida (Sarah Arnold) and Drake (Josh Guarino). Ugly looks quite a bit different from her darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm were quick to notice and point this out, despite her mother’s protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about herself, the little fowl found herself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat (Izzy Brown). Along the way, Ugly met a whole flock of unique characters and discovered being different is not a bad thing to be. Special thanks to the show’s director, Melissa Mullaney, and music director, Lynnette Lopez, for their hard work and dedication to the students and the production. Also, special thanks to Mrs. Jerauld for her support and hilarious cameo, Mrs. Rossi for her help with the costumes, and the many other parents and volunteers who helped with the production.

Airman Darius Freeman Visits Lunches to Thank Students for Letters He Received when Abroad

Darius Freeman, airman for the U.S. Air Force, visited all lunches to thank students for their well wishes while he was on tour in the Middle East. Students wrote cards and sent tokens of appreciation to Airman Freeman and active members of the U.S. Air Force during homeroom and extended block. Airman Freeman answered questions and described his experience as an active member of the U.S. Military. He was so moved by the kindness of Beckwith students that he wanted to “thank students personally for their time and thoughtfulness.”

April 2016 enforcement. Mrs. Schwall spoke about the voting process and brought primary ballots from this year’s election. Students were able to complete a ballot and submit their ballots into a historical ballot box that required a hand crank. Finally, Mr. Jerauld described the challenging work that plumbers face on a daily basis and the tools required to fix the problems of home owners and businesses. He also spoke of the specific skills and experience required to be a successful plumber.

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Mrs. Hazzard, Mrs. Rapoza, and Mrs. Walsh Create Opportunities for Career Exploration

Mrs. Hazzard, Mrs. Rapoza, and Mrs. Walsh’s classes were treated with presentations from Officer David of the East Providence Police, Mrs. Schwall, town clerk of Rehoboth, and Mr. Jerauld of Emond’s Plumbing and Heating. Each presenter gave insight into their specific field including preparation, required education, and daily duties. Officer David gave a tour of an East Providence police car and allowed students to sit behind the wheel. Her talk included a description of the various positions in law

5th Grade Bash and 6-8th Grade Dance a Hit with Students

Fifth graders had a blast at the Bash on March 4th. Students played basketball, Baggo, floor hockey, dodgeball, board games, and made arts and crafts. Students also enjoyed treats and the company of friends. Ms. Jerauld and Mr. Pirraglia were lucky enough to play a few games of dodgeball with the fifth graders. It was a great time! The middle school dance featured our very own Joe DaSilva, eighth grade student, as DJ. The blue and white themed shindig featured hits from the 70s to now. Students and teachers alike danced to Michael Jackson, Kenny Loggins, and the Macarena (a song popular when Mr. Pirraglia was in middle school), as well as current hits. Students won prizes for wearing blue and white and showing off their dance moves. It was qwhite a bluetiful night!

Spirit Week Delights at Beckwith

The Student Council planned a fun Spirit Week at Beckwith School for the week of March 7th-11th. Check out photos from the “themed” days on the next page.

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Congratulations to sixth grader Devin Andrade for winning the Lions Club Art Award for his poster addressing the theme “Sharing Peace.”

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This month, students shared answers to the question, “What do you think adults need to understand about adolescents?” in the form of a Tweet. #behavior #adolescents I think adults need to know that adolescents’ behavior might change. Adults might want to be patient with them. #Holdyourhorses -Isabel Murdock When I was talking about squad day my mom asked “is that like your posse”#thisisnotthe80s -Joshua Guarino Adults need to understand that we have brains too and not just them! #wearesmarttoo #youdon’knoweverything -Bryce Downs

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A Snapshot

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Palmer River

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss

Students in Mrs. Bush and Miss Torcato’s third grade classroom explored the many works of Dr. Seuss. These teachers got right into character encouraging the students to write their own books fashioned after the literary legend.

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Out of this World Third Graders!

Grade three students explore the galaxy learning about our planets, the moon and the sun. Pictured here are Steven Ladeira (top) and Gavin Salera (below). Each student became an “expert” on one planet and then presented their research and models to their peers. This enabled all to learn from each other and gain new facts on each planet.

April 2016

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Palmer River Elementary School Elise DuBois - Assistant Principal

DiPalmacotte Award for Literary Excellence

In grade two, Mrs. DiPalma has developed the “DiPalmacotte Award for Literary Excellence.” This month students worked on a Jon Scieszka author study which included creating their own fairy tale pieces for publishing. These were typed by students to create their own books (errors remain as they are original works). Mrs. DiPalma is so proud of all the great stories authored by her 2nd Grade Scholars. Below are 3 “DiPalmacotte Winners”.

Room 28 Fairy Tale Contest Winners:

Teacher’s Choice: Humpty Jumpty & the Seven Chickens

By: Anna Cherepowich I dedicate this book to my family. There were seven chickens who lived in there chicken coop by their owner’s house. One Easter morning one special chicken laid an egg. While the other chickens went outside in the chicken run that special chicken stayed in the chicken coop with her egg. SUDDENLY...the egg opened his eyes!!! The special chicken bawked so loud that her owners rushed outside to see what was going on. There was a Mom, a Dad and three kids. When the family saw the egg they said “It’s an Easter surprise!” Then the parents said to the kids “He’s our egg so you guys can name him.” “YAY!” they said but… before they could speak… the egg started to jump around! Then the kids shouted “Humpty Jumpty!” “That should be his name!” But Humpty Jumpty jumped right out of the chicken coop! It was such a BIG fall for someone as small as Humpty Jumpty that he fell and BROKE! The kids shouted “Poor Humpty Jumpty!” “Don’t worry kids will fix him.” “YAY!” They brought him inside and put a little Band Aid on the crack. Then they brought him back to chicken coop. The owners made a ramp to help Humpty Jumpty get into the chicken run. What a happy Easter it had been... And they lived happily ever after.

The Pizza Man and The Annoying Fox

by: Malachi Farrell Once upon a time an elderly couple made a pizza. But the pizza was magic. He bounced out of the oven. The old man and the women said come back. The pizza man said “run run as fast as you can you can’t catch me I’m the pizza man”. Then he jumped on a skateboard. Then he fell off, then he ran. Next he met a pig. The pig said “I’m going to eat you now hold still.” But the pizza man said “run run as fast as you can you

can’t catch me I’m the pizza man”. So the pig joined the couple. Next the pizza man met a dog. The dog licked his lips and tried to bite the pizza man with his razor teeth but he missed and the pizza man said, “Run run as fast as you can, you can’t catch me I’m the pizza man” so the dog joined the couple and the pig who were still chasing the pizza man. Then he met five farmers. The farmers were hungry then the farmers saw the pizza man they got there forks and knifes. One farmer said “come on boys let’s eat”. But as usual the pizza man said “Run run as fast as you can you can’t catch me I’m the pizza man “ so he ran!!! Then he met the fox...The fox said “hey do you like math or reading or like the Gingerbread man because I do” said the fox. Not now said the pizza man. I ran away from an old couple, a dog, a pig, five farmers so not now.” “Well can I run away too”. “Fine just don’t get in my way”. so they ran but the fox said “let’s take a break” so they did the fox kept on talking the the pizza man didn’t realize that there was a squirrel behind him and that was the last of the pizza man.

Students’ Choice: The Frog Prince is Bad

By: Kylee Berwick Once upon a time there was a frog prince.A Princess came over and broke the spell by giving him a kiss, and then having a happy ending…well, that’s not how it works in this story. In this story the Frog Prince turns BAD! Dundundun! “Frog Prince, can you stop licking the couch! It’s disgusting!” Said the annoyed princess. One day the Frog Prince and the Princess got in a fight. The next day, the Frog Prince headed into the woods. Then far into the woods he found a green mossy house. ’’Oooh’’ said the Frog Prince. “That’s even better than a really, really, really, really dirty pond!” thought the Frog Prince. The Frog Prince walked up to the house. Then he knocked on the door and asked ’’Is anybody home???’’ Then he opened the door and started to feel sleepy all of a sudden. After a little while when the Frog Prince was asleep, a flash came through the window. The flash started to laugh. “Hahahaha’’. Then the flash turned into a a a ...bad witch. Then the witch started to speak. “Well, well, well, what do we have here?’’ said the bad witch. “Is it a boy? Is it a prince,’’? ’’Oh I know, it’s the Frog Prince isn’t it.’’ ’’Yawn!’ went the Frog Prince. “Oh No,’’ then FLASH! went the bad witch. When the bad witch left she cast a spell to make the Frog Prince BAD! When the Frog Prince woke up he said to himself I’m going to mess up that prissy pink princess’s whole entire house. Hahaha-

haha! Then the Frog Prince went up to the house and before he could go in, something stopped him from going in! When he turned around he saw the good witch! Then the good witch started to speak. “Let’s get you back to normal.’’ So then the Good witch turned him back to normal and he walked up to the house and said “I’ll never ever lick the sofa again and now they really did live happily ever after.

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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

Dress a Girl at COA

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

COA Corner

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

Gert’s Café

Dottie Conlow, Maureen Dady, Rita McLaughlin, Cheryl Tait, Wendy Shaw, Sue Laverdiere, Sandy Carter On Thursday March 10th Wendy Shaw from RYCO’s Charitable Quilting Group showed us how to make the Pillow Case Dress. These dresses will be delivered to girls in need around the world. You can visit their website for more info http://www. dressagirlaroundtheworld.com

Special Announcements for the Month

Monday April 4th the COA is closed for activities but open for Precinct 2 voting. We will be closed Patriot’s Day April 18th We are still in need of cotton or flannel fabric for our pillowcase project & Dress a Girl around The World 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 them to Sturdy Hospital.

April is volunteer month.

We would like to thank all of the people that volunteer at the COA

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

Card Games

Cards are here at the COA Mondays at 9:30 AM - Cribbage Tuesdays at 12:30 PM -a ladies group that plays cards and other games Wednesdays at 12:30 PM we have HiLo 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.

Lunch is served at Gert’s Cafe` Mondays at 12 Noon. Menus consist of soup or salad, a main course, dessert, coffee, or tea. Stop in and enjoy a delicious lunch for the “Bargain” price of $3.00 donation. Please sign up .

Michelle’s Art Classes Cost of this is $4.00. Art Class students are welcome to come in on Wednesdays at 10:30am and paint.

Soup’s On

Knitting and Crochet Group

Tues from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Small 16oz Soup and Sandwich $3.00 Small 16oz Soup $2.00 or Large 32oz Soup $3.00 donation To be announced 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.

Musical Mondays

Have fun with this group blending your voices in harmony and song. They meet on the first and third Mondays of the month at 1:00 PM. New voices are always welcome and invited.

Men’s Morning Coffee Fridays at 9:00 AM

Come and enjoy fresh coffee, pastry, & conversation with this lively group of Men.

Art Classes

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

Quilters:

Do you quilt? Do you know someone who quilts? Come on in and join in the fun of creating with our Quilting Group. There is plenty of knowledge and a great deal for fun with this group. Meets Thursdays at 9:30 AM.

Blood Pressures & Glucose Screenings

Our town of Rehoboth nurse, Jamie will be available for blood pressure and glucose screenings. Please contact the COA 508252-3372 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.

Chair Yoga Exercise Classes

Thursdays the COA is having fun exercise classes in Chair Yoga at 9:00 AM. Cost is $3.00 per class. Come in and have some fun and check it out.....

Tai Chi Classes

Tuesdays at 9:00 AM. Tia Chi Classes - a

April 2016 The Reporter 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

Line Dancing Classes

Tuesdays at 10:00 AM. Get in the groove if you like dancing this is a fun group for you. Everyone is welcome to try out some steps. Cost is $3.00 per class.

Meals on Wheels and Meal-Site

Please contact Bristol Elders, Inc. at (508) 675-2101 for information on the Meals on Wheels program and on site meals served on Thursdays at the COA. A donation of $2.00 is requested for lunch, which consists of a main course, dessert and milk. Please call the day before to order a lunch.

The Best is Yet to Come

The Best is Yet to Come - a senior social group that helps sponsor and doing activities that members suggest. They meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 1:00 PM at the Gladys L. Harrell Senior Center - 55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769 Annual dues are $6.00 - they have many great activities through out the year

Gert Celebrates 94 years

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 meets at 10:00 AM on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. New members are always welcome.

Veteran’s Information

Veterans Service Officer cVeterans Service Officer - Richard “Dick” Grenier - can help you call 508-252-4467. Appointments as needed. Office hours are Tuesday-Thursday: 8-1 Wednesday: 8-4

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

Steve Howitt and Gert. Gert celebrated her 94th birthday with The Best is Yet to Come Club at the COA. She had a visit from Rep. Howitt.

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 @ 12:30 & 3rd Thursday @ 12 Noon at the Rehoboth Council of Aging building.

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 from 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 of help he can help you with. Reminder: FUEL ASSISTANCE – New Applications are still being accepted. If you would like to see if you qualify for this service please call Bradley Marshall who will help guide you through the process to apply. He has applications on hand. 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.

S.H.I.N.E.

Serving Health Information Needs of Elders

Medicare Part B Premium Changes for Some

When we think of Medicare sometimes we hear many different definitions and assertions so I thought this would be a good time to do a little education on Medicare which does not have to be connected to when you take your Social Security which is now based of different start times according to you birth year. Medicare is a health insurance program for: people age 65 or older; people under age 65 with certain disabilities, and; people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant). Medicare has: Part A Hospital Insurance - Most people don’t pay a premium for Part A because they or a spouse already paid for it through their payroll taxes while working. Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) helps cover inpatient care in hospitals, including critical access hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities (not custodial or long-term care). It also helps cover hospice care and some home health care. Beneficiaries must meet certain conditions to get these benefits. Part B Medical Insurance - Most people pay a monthly premium for Part B. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) helps cover doctors’ services and outpatient care. It also covers some other medical services that Part A doesn’t cover, such as some of the services of physical and occupational therapists, and some home health care. Part B helps pay for these covered services and supplies when they are medically necessary. Prescription Drug Coverage - Most people will pay a monthly premium for this coverage. Starting January 1, 2006, new Medicare prescription drug coverage will be available to everyone with Medicare. Everyone with Medicare can get this coverage that may help lower prescription drug costs and help protect against higher costs in the future. Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage is insurance. Private companies provide the coverage. Beneficiaries choose the drug plan and pay a monthly premium. Like other insurance, if a beneficiary decides not to enroll in a drug plan when they are first eligible, they may pay a penalty if they choose to join later. formation on that please contact the COA’s SHINE coordinator for more information.

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Seekonk Human Services

Telephone: (508) 336-8772 FAX: (508) 336-2239

Seekonk Human Services Staff

Telephone: (508) 336-8772 FAX: (508) 336-2239 Executive Director Bernadette Huck Ext. 15 Senior Secretary Ashley Cartwright, MBA ext. 12 Clerical Assistant Kimberly Mallon ext. 10 Educational & Social Programs Karen Stutz ext. 14 Outreach Managers Adriana DoSantos, LSW. ext. 11 (Monday-Friday) Veronica Brickley, LPN BA SOC LSWA ext. 17 (Mon. Wed. Fri.) Senior Aides ext. 19 Loretta Ferreira, Sharon Bettencourt Executive Board Members Victoria Kinniburgh, Chairperson Rene Andrews, Vice Chairperson Anne Libby, Secretary Anita Gendron, Treasurer Christine Allen, Guy Boulay Beverly Della Grotta

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Jewelry Show

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Seekonk resident, Maria Cabral, will be making a jewelry presentation to help you maximize the use of your collection with different combination of existing pieces. Come see the fashionable necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Lunch will be Pizza and Salad for $3. Please sign up in advance for this activity and lunch to avoid cancellations.

A New Senior Center!

Driving on Arcade Avenue you will be able to see to your right or left the contractors working on the new Senior Center. Seekonk Human Services is looking for volunteers to help develop and run programs. Volunteers are needed for: • Water Colors • Arts & Crafts • Adult Coloring • Chair Yoga • Strength Training If you or anyone you know would like to offer your services, please contact Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772.

Senior Spectacular

All seniors are invited to attend Representative Betty Poirier’s 4th Senior Spectacular—2016

Friday, April 22, 2016 9:00am—2:00pm

North Attleboro Middle School 564 Landry Avenue North Attleboro, MA 02726 • Enjoy free continental breakfast and lunch • Attend informational workshops • Learn about great senior benefits and discounts • Participate in free health screenings • Visit the many booths and exhibits • Participate in the raffle drawing and watch a Fashion Show Informational Workshops • Health Benefits/Health Insurance • Including Medicare, Medicare Part D, • Five Essential Planning Documents for Seniors Pre-Registration is not required to attend, but preferred. Every senior is encouraged to pre-register *Transportation may be available through Seekonk Human Services with registration

Men’s Breakfast

Thursday, April 14th 8:30am Toti’s Restaurant

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, and pay for what you order.

Women’s Brunch

Thursday, April 21st 10am JC’S Corner (formally Lums)

717 Fall River Avenue Seekonk, MA 02771 All women are welcome to attend and no sign up is required. Bring a friend with you to enjoy a delicious brunch. There is no set price for brunch, order what you want, and pay for what you order.

Police Warning of IRS Scam

Police in several area towns say residents have been receiving calls from people claiming to be from the IRS, demanding immediate payment for owed taxes and threatening people with arrest. IT’S A SCAM! Calls are being made throughout the country. If the callers leave messages, police warn residents not to call back and never give out personal information. The callers are aggressive and sophisticated phone scam artists who claim to be IRS employees. They can sound convincing and they use fake names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. The callers may even know a lot about their targets, and they usually alter the caller ID to make it appear the IRS is calling. They usually demand prompt payment by a pre-loaded debit card or wire transfer. In addition to threatening people with arrest, they also threaten to deport people and suspend business or driver’s licenses. In many cases, the caller becomes hostile and insulting, according to the IRS. Targets may also be told they have a refund due in order to trick people into sharing private information. The IRS says they never demand immediate payment or call about taxes owed without first having mailed a bill, police say anyone with any questions can call the police. If you know you don’t owe taxes or have no reason to think that you owe any taxes, report the incident to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 1-800-366-4484 and the Federal Trade Commission by using their “FTC Complaint Assistant” at FTC.gov. Add “IRS Telephone Scam” to the complaint.

Strength Trainging

Even small changes in overall muscle strength can have a huge impact on your daily activities. Carrying groceries, climbing stairs and even getting up out of a chair all require muscle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend people over 65 participate in strengthtraining workouts at least twice a week.

April 2016 The Reporter Start with small weights like 1– and 2-pound dumbbells. Try to do 10 to 15 repetitions of a variety of exercises (such as bicep curls and triceps extensions). Try these modified pushups: Stand facing a wall, with your toes 12 to 18 inches from the wall. Lean forward slightly and place your palms flat on the wall at about shoulder height. Now bend your elbows. Lower your body toward the wall until your nose nearly touches the wall or get as close as you can without straining. Then push back to the starting position. Do this 10 times. This modified push-up builds chest, upper back and shoulder strength.

Two Safety Measures, One Priority

The Bristol County Sherriff, Thomas Hodgson, is offering the “R.U.O.K?” program. Telephone calls are placed to seniors, disabled persons, and shut-ins. Calls are made the same time each day to check on the well-being of the individual. If there is no answer, a second call will be placed. If there is no answer after the second attempt, the Town’s first responders will be dispatched to physically check in on the person. Applications are available at Seekonk Human Services or by calling 508-336-8772.

Free File of Life Folders

Free File of Life Folders are available at Human Services. They are designed to be kept on your refrigerator/wallet/car as an alert to emergency medical personnel of your medical information during an emergency. During those times of stress, it is difficult to remember medications and dosages. These files could save your life!

Brown Bags

Wednesday, April 27th

Delivery will be from 9am—11am and pick up is 11:30am—12:30pm. If you have any questions please contact Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772

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Sight & Sound Theatre— “Samson” & Penn Dutch Tour 3 Days: May 10 - 12

$389 per person double occupancy $529 per person single occupancy $359 per person triple occupancy Join Bloom Tours for a May tour you are sure to remember for years to come! Experience the simple life with a guided tour of Penn Dutch and a most memorable visit to the Sight and Sound Theatre for the production of “Samson” in Strasburg, Pennsylvania. This epic adventure of the “world’s first superhero” is sure to be a sell out so don’t delay and book early! Includes: Round trip transportation, 2 Nights Accommodation at the Bird In Hand Hotel, 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, Ticket to the Sight and Sound Theatre, and Tour of the Amish Countryside.

Newport Playhouse Lobsterfest Featuring Play It Again Sam

Monday, June 20, 2015 10am—5pm

$60 per person (driver gratuity included) Join Seekonk Human Services for an exclusive trip to Newport Playhouse’s Lobsterfest where you will enjoy a lunch buffet featuring a 1 1/4lb lobster with all the sides and desserts. From lunch you will enjoy Play It Again Sam. Allan Felix has this thing about Humphrey Bogart. If only he had some of Bogart’s techniques…. Bookish and insecure with women, Allan’s hero, Bogey comes with rescue, with a fantastic bevy of beauties played out in hilarious fantasy sequences. Fixed up by friends with gorgeous women, he’s so awkward that even Bogey’s patience is tried. Allan mostly resembles a disheveled, friendly dog and this is what ultimately charms his best friend’s wife, Linda into bed. It’s a tough life, making it in the world of beautiful people but if you can’t be a hero it helps to have one. *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 508-336-8772.

Blood Pressure & Glucose Clinic Wed, April 20th 9:00am—10:30am

Seekonk Human Services has partnered with the Seekonk Fire Department to provide a blood pressure & glucose screening on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9:00am to 10:30am. This is a perfect opportunity to get your blood pressure & glucose tested. This is a first come first serve clinic.

Wii Fun

Fridays @ 10am

Come join us for some Wii Fun! The Wii is an excellent way to have fun and be active. Come join us! Call Seekonk Human Services @ 508-336-8772 for more information. No sign up is necessary just on in!

Seekonk Total Fitness

1301 Fall River Avenue Seekonk, MA 02771 508.336.4545 Seekonk Total Fitness is offering Senior Fitness Group Exercise Classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11am—12pm. The one hour fitness class is designed specifically for older adults and taught by a certified senior fitness instructor. This easy to follow workout is safe, heart-healthy and gentle on the joints. Energize your inactive lifestyle by increasing muscular strength, range of movement & balance. The cost per class is $1.

YMCA*

472 Taunton Avenue, Seekonk, MA 508.336.7103 $3 fee per class for the following classes:

Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Exercise

Mon, Wed, Fri @ 9am

Aquaerobics

Mon, Wed, Fri @ 9:45am

Silver Sneaker Classic

Mon, Wed, Fri @ 11am *Must be a Seekonk senior and have a scan card, please call 508-336-8772 for further information.

Gatra Photo IDs

GATRA Photo IDs can be done at Seekonk Human Services. No appointment is necessary. Just fill out an application and take a picture and the ID will be mailed within 2 weeks. Please contact Ashley Pimental @ 508-336-8772.

Free Medical Equipment

Our FREE Medical Loan Closet is available to Seekonk residents. We are in need of wheelchairs. Please call Seekonk Human Services to schedule pick up/drop off and/ or donations at 508-336-8772. *Please do not leave medical equipment at Town Hall.

Monthly Newsletter Online

*The Town Crier website link is: www.seekonk-ma.gov Click on Departments Click on Human Services * NOTE: Seekonk Human Services offers many legal, financial, recreational, medical screening and/or other activities and services by volunteers or nominal cost practitioners. Seniors participating in these services/activities do so with the understanding that Seekonk Human Services, the Town of Seekonk or its employees do not assume any legal or other responsibility for any advice or services rendered by such volunteers or nominal cost practitioners.

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EVENT RENTALS HALL FOR RENT: Riverside Sportsman Assoc. Mohawk Drive off Wampanoag Trail. For all occasions, Birthday, Family Reunions, Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties. Cash Bar. Monthly Steak Fries, Outside fields for activities and trap shooting. Call 401-433-0209 for more information.

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WE BUY Diabetic Test Strips for CASH. Unopened, Unused & Unexpired. We get them to people with little or no insurance. TOP CASH paid. FREE local pick-up. Call Ron @ 508-217-8074.

HELP WANTED Immediate openings for experienced electricians with current MA journeyman licenses and Apprentice Electricians. Good pay (based on experience) and benefits, long-term opportunities. Experience with industrial electrical projects and Residential a plus. Positions are Full Time. Interested Individuals, please email resumes to office@ integratedelectricllc.com. Providence's Clearview Cleaning Service LLC is now hiring. Call today Start Immediately. Great for mothers looking for extra income. Maids Housecleaners Full time. Part time. High school education required. Previous experience required. Future growth potential. Team Enviroment www.clearviewcleaningri.com Hourly based on experience. Equal opportunity employer Call Adam@401-861-0651 for an interview Apply now! Grow with us! Take on a new challenge!

Baby girl clothes for single mom. Newborn – 2T. Call Debbie at 401-632-3602. Please donate.

Help Wanted: Foxx Fence company is hiring, experienced only, $20-22 per hour. Call Al at 508-567-2982 or 508-336-1411.

WANTED: Civil War, WW1, WW2, Anything to do with military; helmets, knives, uniforms, guns, HAVE (license), anything related to wartime, will pay cash for items, ask for Charles, 508-230-6444; call anytime thanks.

Part Time After School Program Supervisor: Private K-5 elementary school in Rehoboth searching for supervisor to run our after-school program. Hours are 2:45 – 5:30 Monday through Friday during academic school year. Must be organized, reliable,

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responsible, energetic and fun! Previous experience with children required. Please send resume to mail@pinecroftschool.org. Help Wanted: Warehouse Manager position. Construction background and Estimator experience is a plus. Computer skills. Microsoft office, Outlook, Excel and Blue beam Vu. Experience with operating a fork lift, driving a truck with a trailer. Clean driving record. Full time work year round! Download employment app. at www.eribeirocorp.com. Tel: 401-337-5438. RN & C.N.A. Part-time & Per Diem Positions Available: C.N.A- Part-time 3-11PM 32 hrs/wk; Part-time 11-7AM 32 hrs/wk, R.N.-Part-time 11-7AM 32 hrs/wk; Part-time 7-3PM 16 hrs/wk; Nurse sign on bonus $500. Elderwood at Riverside (formerly Chestnut Terrace) Send resume to: Elderwood at Riverside, Attn: Veronica Lima, 100 Wampanoag Trial, Riverside, RI 02915; Email: vlima@elderwood.com Fax: 401438-8093. SEEKONK WATER DISTRICT: Billing Clerk/Assistant to the Office Manager. Clerical person needed for administrative duties, customer service, billing and record keeping. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, bookkeeping and accounting principles and practices preferred. Excellent salary & benefit package. Please send resume and salary requirements to: Superintendent, Seekonk Water District, P O Box 97, 50 Water Lane, Seekonk, MA 02771.

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BIG BLUE REMOVAL SERVICE: Attic, Cellar, Total House; We take everything! Furniture, Brush, Appliances, Yard Waste, Construction Debris, Trash…Demolition of Fences, Sheds, Decks, Pools. Let us do the work. Free Estimates. Call Tony 508-2261295; www.BigBlueRemoval.com. THE ESTATE GUYS: Buying contents of houses, barns, farms garages, cellars, attics, industrial buildings. Cash paid no need for timely yard sales. Call Tom or Anthony 774-331-2681.

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VACATION RENTALS VACATION/HONEYMOON RENTAL: St. Michael, Azores Ponta Garca (Portugal), pristine 2-bed/2-bath apartment with kitchen, DR, LR, & laundry. Linens provided. Majestic Atlantic and mountain views from spacious deck, near golf, beach, etc. Weekly/monthly, Call 401-480-0374 or 508-336-8432. CUSTOM LOG CABIN HOME: White Mountains New Hampshire, Located on Pearl Lake Rd, on the lake, kayaks and small boats; Sugar Hill, Franconia NH, sleeps 6, fireplace; minutes from New Hampshire attractions; Franconia Pkwy, Santa’s Village, Whale’s Tail Water Park, and Cog Railway; Fall foliage viewing, swimming, hiking, fishing, boating, or just R&R; weekly $550 and weekends $255, Call Joe at 401-439-8089.

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IN MEMORIAM Pauline Marie (Dube) Carpenter

Pauline Marie (Dube) Carpenter, 71 Pauline Marie (Dube) Carpenter, 71, of Rehoboth, MA, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Golden Living Center of Attleboro in Attleboro, MA. She was the loving wife of the late Ernest Carpenter who died on November 17, 2014. Born on November 18, 1944 in Attleboro, MA, she was the daughter of the late Henri Dube and Rosemarie (Gerdron) Dube. A graduate of Dighton High School, Class of 1962, she attended beauty school in Pawtucket and worked for more than thirty years as a Hairdresser and owner of Pauline’s Beauty Salon in Rehoboth, MA. Pauline resided in Attleboro for the past nine years, having previously lived in Rehoboth her entire life. A deeply spiritual and

religious woman, she was a member of St. Stephen’s Church in Attleboro, where she served as a CCD teacher and a Eucharistic Minister, and could often be found, often organizing and working at the church bazaars. She enjoyed painting and spending time at the Rehoboth Senior Center. Above all, Pauline’s greatest joy was her beloved family. She is survived by her beloved son, Donald S. Carpenter, and his wife, Carminda R. (Barbosa) Carpenter, of Rehoboth, MA; four cherished grandchildren: Darian T., Malick E., Nayalie P.M., and Nias S. Carpenter; her dear sister, Gloria M. (Dube) Sadlier and her husband, Raymond A. Sadlier, of Rehoboth, MA; and many nieces and nephews. She was the Godmother of Lynn Marie Sadlier, Holly Ann Hicks, and Mathiew R. Sadlier. A Visitation was held on Thursday, March 24, 2016 in the “Memorial Chapel” of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro, immediately followed by a Funeral Service at the funeral home. Private burial services will be held at a later date in St. Stephen’s Cemetery where Pauline will be laid to rest with her husband, Ernest. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Pauline’s memory to a charity of one’s choice. For additional information or to send the family a written expression of sympathy, please visit an on-line guest book at www. dyer-lakefuneralhome.com.

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Jeannette (Humphrey) Boudreau 10/19/1926 - 12/16/2015

Jeannette (Humphrey) Boudreau Jeannette (Humphrey) Boudreau, 89, of East Providence, RI passed away after long term care at West Shore Road Health Center, Warwick RI, on December 16, 2015. She lived valuing hard work as a waitress into her 70’s, giving to children and speaking kindly of others through her life. She was born to the late Alice (Chaffee) and Charles Humphrey. She married Albert, and raised her children, Richard Humphrey and the late Carol Maguire and Marilyn Boudreau in Seekonk, MA before spending 30+ years in East Providence, RI. She worked much of her life as a waitress at Hilltop and Darlings Restaurants where she earned a living serving locals and travellers. She was active in the Church of The Holy Nativity, now Grace Chapel Community Church, in Seekonk. She is remembered as always thoughtful with providing for her family and serving others. Aside from her son, Richard, she leaves her beloved grandchildren Richard Humphrey Jr, Caleb Allenson, Andrea Desielts and Matthew Maguire; her brothers David and Alan Humphrey, and wife Diana and her late brothers Charles and John Humphrey, and late sister in laws Lily (Saleeba), Ruth (Preston), and Margaret (Estrella); and many nieces/nephews and family friends. A private burial was arranged by Rebello Funeral Home. A Christian service to celebrate her life will be held on 4/ 9 /2016 at 10 am at Grace Chapel Community Church, Seekonk MA.

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Ruth L. (Blanchette) Dupere

Rehoboth

Craig A. Erickson, 49 years old, died in his home on March 3, 2016 surrounded by his wife and loving family and friends. Gale (Stevens) (Crowell) Pray, 59, of Rehoboth passed away at home peacefully on March 7, 2016, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Thomas “Tom” Pazis was born in Athens, Greece on March 1, 1941, and died at home in Rehoboth on March 17, 2016. Pauline Marie (Dube) Carpenter, 71, of Rehoboth, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Golden Living Center of Attleboro.

Ruth L. (Blanchette) Dupere Rehoboth, MA—— Ruth L. (Blanchette) Dupere , 91, of Rehoboth, formerly of Somerset, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016 at the Clifton Rehabilitative Nursing Center in Somerset. She was the wife of the Louis C. Dupere. Ruth was born in Fall River, the daughter of the late Wilfred H. and Emma Blanchette. She was a graduate of Somerset High School class of 1942. Ruth attended Framingham State Teacher’s College and went onto to graduate from the F.G. Allen School of Business in Fall River. Mrs. Dupere was a co-owner of and employed as a secretary-bookkeeper at both G&W Foundry Co., Inc. and Blanchette & Lund Foundry Co. in Rehoboth. Ruth was a substitute teacher and volunteered at the Palmer River Grammar School in Rehoboth. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Seekonk. Ruth enjoyed sewing, cooking, and had a life-long love of animals and nature. Mrs. Dupere was a seventy year member of her Girl Scout Troop in Somerset. Survivors include her daughters: Janet C. Loranger of Manchester, CT; and Phyllis A. Dupere of Rehoboth; grandchildren: Kristin M. Loranger, Marc A. Loranger and his wife Shannon, and great grandson: Graham M. Loranger all of Connecticut; along with several nieces and nephews. She was the great grandmother of the late John A. Loranger. A Mass of Christian burial for Ruth will be held on Friday, April 1, 2016 at 11:30am in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 984 Taunton Ave (Route 44) Seekonk. Relatives and friends are invited to attend, burial to follow in Saint Patrick Cemetery Somerset. To light a candle, sign guest book, facility or church directions, go to www.hatahwayfunerals.com or call 508 672-3572. Flowers are omitted, memorial donations in her memory can be made to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, P.O. Box 519, Seekonk, MA 02771. Calling Hours will be held on Thursday, March 31, 2016 from 5-7pm in the Hathaway Community Home for Funerals, 900 Buffinton Street, Somerset.

Michael J. Flynn, 53, of Surfside Beach, S.C., formerly of Rehoboth, passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2016 at his home in South Carolina. Rose Marie (Costa) Moitozo, 94, formerly of Holmes Street, Rehoboth and Punta Gorda, FL, died March 27, 2016, at the Waterview Villa.

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Edward Seropian, 95, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 29, 2016.

Cheryl Ann (Ayers) Gomes, 60 of Seekonk, passed away March 2, 2016 surrounded by her family and close friends. Mary E. (Camara) Laidler, 94 of Winslow Gardens and formerly of Chestnut Street, Seekonk and Weeden Avenue, Rumford passed away Saturday, March 5th at home. Mrs. Joanna Louise (Amaral) Fraser, 89, lifetime resident of Seekonk, MA, passed away peacefully at Charlton Hospital, Fall River, MA, Sunday evening, March 6, 2016. Jane Abbruzzi Patterson, 48, of Seekonk, died, as she lived, surrounded by her family on the morning of Tuesday, March 8, 2016. Josephine B. (Kasiulewicz) King, 92, passed away March 16, 2016 at the Clifton Rehab & Nursing Center in Somerset, MA. Ilene J. (Fortin) Brown, 82, a lifelong resident of Seekonk, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2016 in Ft. Myers, Fla. Karen Drainville Rapoza, 63, of North Attleboro, formerly of Seekonk, slipped away on Sunday, March 20, 2016 in the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence. Charles C. Waddington, 88, of Read St., passed away at home Sunday, March 27, 2016.

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From the State House Representative Howitt Supports Bill To Curb Opioid Abuse Boston – State Representative Steven S. Howitt, R-Seekonk, joined with his colleagues on March 9 to unanimously approve legislation targeting the state’s opioid abuse crisis. House Bill 4056, An Act relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention, passed the House on a vote of 153-0. The final bill reflects a compromise reached by a six-member con-

ference committee, which spent the past seven weeks working to resolve the differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill that passed earlier this year. “The Baker-Polito Administration and the Legislature have made a commitment to ending the menace of opioid abuse which has already claimed the lives of far too many people in the Commonwealth,” said Representative Howitt. “This bill represents a very positive step forward in our efforts to expand drug treatment and prevention in Massachusetts. That said, there is still more work to be done to address this public health crisis.” An average of four people die from an opioid overdose every single day in Massachusetts, and the Department of Public Health (DPH) has reported that 3 out of every 4 communities in the Commonwealth experienced at least one opioid-related overdose death between 2012 and 2014. The conference committee report retains several key provisions that were included in the original House opioid bill that passed on January 13. These provisions include: limits on the amount of opioids that can be prescribed for acute care patients; expanded use of the state’s Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP); and a requirement that hospitals conduct a substance abuse evaluation within the first 24 hours of an individual being brought to the emergency room after suffering an overdose. In an attempt to curb prescription drug abuse, the opioid bill requires the PMP to be utilized each time a Schedule II or Schedule III narcotic drug prescription is issued. According to the BakerPolito Administration, 4.4 million prescriptions were written and 240 million Schedule II and Schedule III pills were disbursed in the Commonwealth in 2014 alone. That same year, Massachusetts recorded nearly 1,300 opioid-related deaths. The opioid bill also: • imposes a 7-day supply limit for adult patients who are prescribed an opiate for the first time and caps all opiate prescriptions for minors at a 7-day supply; • gives patients the option of requesting a partial-fill prescription or requesting in writing that they not be prescribed any opioid medications; • requires the Drug Formulary Commission to identify and publish a list of FDA-approved non-opioid drug products that provide an effective alternative for pain management and to distribute this list to all prescribers and dispensers; • requires medical practitioners to receive training in effective pain management and the risks of abuse and addiction associated with opioid medication before obtaining or renewing their license; • mandates that pharmaceutical companies operating in Massachusetts maintain or participate in a drug stewardship program to collect and safely dispose of unwanted drugs; and • allows schools to utilize a confidential verbal screening tool to screen students for substance abuse disorders from which students can opt out if their parents provide the school with prior written notification. The Senate is expected to vote on the conference committee report tomorrow (March 10). Following a final vote on enactment in both branches, the opioid bill will be sent to Governor Charlie Baker for his signature.

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LS Heating & Air Conditioning 76 MLR Tax Services 79 Mammoth Rock Farm, LLC 26 Affordable Appliance Repair Co. 76 McPartland Appliance Repairs 56 Gregory D. Dorrance, Co. 24 Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto 84 Donald E. MacManus, Attorney 86 Laurie P. Mullen 25 Law Office of Luke P. Travis 24 Stephen E. Navega 52 Sousa’s Auto Body 11 Tri Star Autobody, Inc. 31 Seekonk Auto Body 52 MS Classic Cars 25 Mike’s Truck & Trailer Repair 21 New England Tire 3 Somerset Chrysler Jeep 30 Somerset Subaru - Max Motors, Inc 55 Coastway Community Bank 19 Your Bike Shop 72 Wild Birds Unlimited 6 Hammond, Inc. 25 A. M. Carpentry 33 M.G. Salois Construction 11 Manuel Labor Inc. 60 Nerney Construction 46 RIPICO 69 Ferreira Builders, Inc. 59 Earle’s Carpet Cleaning 56 M & S Carpet & Upholstery 55 Alphabet Soup Preschool 70 Twin Oaks Farm Learning Center 77 RJD & Sons - Chimney Sweep 34 Kenny’s Masonry & Chimney Sweep 69 Holy Cross Church 39 Debbie’s Cleaning Service 36 Wexler’s Collectibles 34 ICU 4 PC’s 16 Hillside Country Club 37 Community & Teachers Credit Union 6 Bayside School of Dance 72 Festival Ballet Providence 38 David C. Zaluski, D.D.S. 75 Dr. Wassouf D.D.S. 54 Eager Family Dentistry 79 Frank P. Casarella, DMD 80 Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC 28 Ritebite Dental 47 Romani Orthodontics 9 Professional Duct Cleaning 96 Groom & Style 22 Canine Mastery, Inc 74 DeJesus Driveways 48