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School Committee to Vote on School Reorganization

The Seekonk School Committee is planning to vote on a school reorganization plan at its next meeting on Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. The district needs to redistrict students to different school buildings starting in the fall of 2018 in order to manage overcrowding in the elementary schools. Several options have been proposed and are available for review on the school department website at . One of the options involves moving fifth grade students from Aitken and Martin Elementary Schools to Hurley Middle School. Another option would be to add modular, or portable, classrooms to the elementary schools.

Selectmen Again Approve Split Tax Rate

Selectmen voted to maintain the split tax rate for homes and businesses, according to an article in the Sun Chronicle. The estimated residential tax rate is $13.35 per $1,000 of value and the estimated commercial/industrial tax rate is $28.52. The average single family home assessment increased from $311,300 to $326,000, or 4.7 percent. In addition, 51 commercial properties qualified for a 10 percent exemption. Total residential values increased almost 6 percent and commercial values increased by 3.5 percent.

Homeowner Finds Artillery Shell in Backyard

A homeowner on Maynard Avenue in North Seekonk found an old military shell in his backyard. Seekonk Police and Fire Departments, Mass. State Police Bomb Squad and bomb experts from the FBI and the U.S. Navyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Explosive Ordinance Unit responded and the shell was determined to be inert, according to a Sun Chronicle article. The military ordnance was found to have been made sometime before World War II. The shell, which did not contain any explosives, may have belonged to the former homeowner.

Kiwanis Collecting Calendars for Seniors

The Seekonk Kiwanis Club is collecting 2018 calendars to distribute to seniors. If you receive one as a gift or from a business and would like to donate it, drop it off at the Seekonk Senior Center at 540 Arcade Ave. For information, contact Beverly Della Grotta at dellagrotta24@aol.com.

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Well Hello, Mavis! She is a short haired dilute calico who is approx 6 years old. Mavis is a little shy when she meets new people but once she gets comfortable she enjoys head and back scratches! She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccines. Mavis doesn’t seem to mind other cats. Are you ready for an addition to your family? Meet Mavis at the Seekonk Animal Shelter, 100 Peck Street. Phone: 508-336-6663

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WDC Engineers on the Anawan School Project Not Prepared for Pushback from Town Citizens

The latest hearing of the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) on the Anawan School Project was held on December 21, 2017. While the developers brought in their heavy guns in terms of engineering talent, I’d say town community members, along with our town’s own engineers, put the talent from the Woman’s Development Corporation (WDC) to shame. While the WDC talent were first up at the meeting, to spin their yarn on the project, it soon was evident that they were tweaking the numbers beyond reasonable limits. Members of the town’s community quickly pinned down these obfuscations. Private citizens, as well as members of the Board of Health and the Water Commission posed questions or made comments that drilled to the heart of the issues. Unfortunately, the developers, rather than addressing them in substantive ways, tended to wave these concerns aside. But in my view, these questions from the public were right on the money, and, in my more than 30 years in the classroom and university research, I would have failed any freshman engineering student who answered a final exam question in the manner that the WDC engineers did.

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January 2018 The Reporter The Town still has little information on how three fundamental water issues will be addressed: 1) Are sufficient quantities of groundwater from one or more wells available for the development without impacting neighboring abutters? 2) How is the septage from the development to be managed in relation to the septage from the Senior Center along with the septage remaining from the abandoned Anawan School itself? 3) How is stormwater runoff to be managed? While the latter is often dismissed as a “nuisance”, it is, in fact, a major player in this development. A daily storm of 1 inch on the five acre parcel for this project amounts to more than 135,000 gallons per day. The maximum storm of record in this area is 5 inches per day, which is close to 679,000 gallons per day over the five acre site. All this water will tend to run downhill, precisely to the point where the proposed new well is to be located. Might this not impact the water quality of the new well? Obviously these matters cannot be addressed until we know where the wells are to be located, as well as the septic system and the storm runoff drains. That’s Hydrology 101. As we left the meeting, however, the WDC was still in the design phase of the project. The original location proposed for the well needed to be changed, which in turn would cause relocation of the septic and stormwater systems. So I’d say, at the end of the evening, we were back at square one. And many of us went home scratching our heads, wondering what rabbits the WDC would next pull out of its hat. Jack (John F.) Hermance Rehoboth, MA

5th Annual Blood Drive in Memory of Bob McKenna

The 5th annual Blood Drive in memory of Bob McKenna will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 9:00 - 3:00 at Seekonk High School (cafeteria). The turnout has been wonderful every year and hopefully that tradition continues. Please keep in mind, that in order to be eligible to donate on that day, an individual would have to have his most recent donation by November 17, 2017. Bob was a lifelong blood donor and his family is certain he would be thrilled that this event is held in his honor. They look forward to seeing everyone in January.

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Rehoboth Ramblings by Leslie Patterson

An Appreciation of Home Speaking of California, while we were riding the tram up to the Getty Center from its parking lot, I overheard two well-dressed women discussing their visits to Aspen. “Do you find being in Aspen too isolating?” one asked the other. Now there’s something you don’t often hear people say at our Dunkin’ Donuts. As we celebrate the 375th anniversary of the founding of Rehoboth this year, we can be thankful that we live somewhere that is mostly pleasant the better part of the year, yet not an overcrowded tourist magnet, like the Cape or Newport in the summer. There are advantages to being fairly close but not too close to the shore. Rehoboth has grown quite a bit in recent years and so has traffic on the main roads. But you can still wind your way around the back streets of Rehoboth in a stress-free sort of way. It’s a treat after driving in highway traffic jams in cities on either coast. When I first moved to Rehoboth almost 40 years ago, I learned two things that surprised me. One was that woodsy Rehoboth has a lot more trees in modern times than in the mid-19th century, when so much of the land had been cleared for farms. After that, a number of farms were abandoned as people moved west, seeking new and better farmland. This is why you sometimes see old stone in the middle of the woods in New England. ST Opening SEPTEMBER 1 walls , 2016 The other thing I hadn’t known until then was that in its early Locally owned by your Pharmacists: days Rehoboth covered a huge amount of territory in both MasST, 2016 Opening SEPTEMBER Erik Johnson RPh. 1 sachusetts and what is now Rhode Island, including all of Seekonk Ages 9 & up and and East Providence, and parts of what are now many neighboring Locally owned by your Pharmacists: Richard Ploude RPh. towns from Attleboro to Swansea and Somerset. Seekonk did not (774) 901-2445 Erik Johnson RPh. At Anawan Pharmacy, here are we cana separate town until 1812. become andsome of the things do for you: 224 WinthropRichard Street This great distance is especially remarkable when you realize Ploude RPh. (774) 901-2445  Fill your prescription medications. We accept that all people only got around by foot or by horse in those days. At Anawan Pharmacy, are some of the things we can Rehoboth, MA here 02769 major prescription plans Pilgrim settlers in Massachusetts were certainly a hardy, resilient do for you: 224 Winthrop Streetfor both your prescription Provide Home Delivery group  Fill your prescription medications. We accept all of people. As we endure the bitter cold of winter, think of AND general store purchases Rehoboth, MA 02769 planswith our flavoring how difficult winter must have been for them as they built new  major Flavorprescription your medication system (for  Provide Home Delivery adults, children and pets)for both your prescription communities in the wilderness. general store purchases  AND Our new Drive-Up pharmacy window can make 224 Winthrop Street Rehoboth was one of the earliest Massachusetts towns to  Flavor medication withfor ourall flavoring system (for pickingyour up purchases easier customers incorporate. Its earliest settlement was in present-day Rumford Rehoboth, MA 02769 children and pets)  adults, Specialty Packaging is also available to simplify the around the Ring of the Green, now the area in East Providence  Our new Drive-Up pharmacy window can make (774) 901-2445 taking of your medications 224 Winthrop Street picking up purchases easier for all customers around Newman Congregational Church. www.AnawanPharmacy.com Rehoboth, MA 02769 Open 7 days a week 8am untilthe8pm  Specialty Packaging is alsofrom available to simplify The Rhode Island colony did not receive its (774) 901-2445 taking of your medications charter until 1663. www.AnawanPharmacy.com Newman Congregational Church is Open 7 days a week from 8am until 8pm named after Rev. Samuel Newman, who was one Rehoboth’s earliest settlers, coming here from Weymouth. He was also known for writing a concordance to the Bible, which is on display at Rehoboth’s Carpenter Museum. So early Rehoboth history overlaps with Rhode Island history. There are many Owner interesting facts about our town’s history to An Independent Agent explore as we mark 375 years in 2018. Why should we care about our history? 17 Years in the Industry Here is what renowned historian David McCullough has to say: “History is a guide to navigation in perilous times. History is who “Proudly Protected by Frazao!” we are and why we are the way we are … A nation that forgets its past can function no better than an individual with amnesia.” WE LOVE REFERRALS! And speaking of perilous times, after a year that was difficult in so many ways, let’s take Rhode Island’s simple and straightforward motto as our New Year’s resolution: Licensed in MA & RI “Hope.”

Now that the holidays are over and we’ve all fattened up for the winter, it’s time for hibernation. Sadly, that is not possible for humans as we face the annual winter wonderland. We wonder how bad the winter will be. With the first few flurries, we wonder if last year’s snowplow guy is still available and then wonder who else to call when he isn’t. (Not that I blame anyone for growing tired of plowing as a sideline business.) With each snowfall, we wonder how bad the roads and the traffic will be and likewise the parking at our destination. We wonder why we put up with this every winter. Right after we returned from sunny and too-hot Southern California last month the terrible wildfires there began, so we were greatly relieved to be out of there. I swore I wouldn’t complain about the winter here, but I lied. But still, I’ll put up with the cold and the snow vs. drought and fires, or floods and mudslides when it does rain, all with the threat of earthquake lurking underneath. Then there is the traffic. As so many people have moved to warm climates, the congestion in places like Los Angeles and South Florida has become horrendous.

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Hello All ~ Happy New Year ~ I wish you a safe, healthy, happy, peaceful, and prosperous new year. I also hope you all had a wonderful holiday season with family and friends. By now you should have received your 2018 Annual Census forms and dog tag application form. If you do not receive your 2018 census during the first week of January, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office (508) 252-6502 x-3110 or 3109. Like Laura Schwall last year, the census mailing also includes a Town Clerk town calendar and town services directory. This is the fifth year the Clerk’s Office has provided a calendar in the census mailer. Over the past few years we have received many compliments on how helpful the calendar was during the year. In fact, residents have already stopped by our office in December to see if the 2018 calendar was available yet. Thank you all for your kind comments and appreciation of the yearly town calendar. Continuing my goal of making town government more accessible to the residents, it is my hope that the calendar provides you with key information right at your fingertips. You will note, the calendar signals residents of upcoming due dates such as real estate tax payments, census forms, and dog licenses, which are highlighted in green; upcoming election and town meeting dates, which are highlighted in blue, and town department holidays that are bolded in red (whole day) and purple (half day). On the reverse side of the calendar, you will also find a directory of the Town of Rehoboth’s departments, employees, and phone numbers. Also, included on the directory side you will find information and websites, which residents may find useful such as transfer station hours, burning permit information, school and library phone numbers, etc. We hope you find the 2018 calendar addition to your census mailing a beneficial and time saving tool ~ Happy New Year and thank you for sending your completed census forms back to us as soon as possible!

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We lost another wonderfully dedicated town resident on December 10, 2017, Imelda “Mel” Bliss served as Rehoboth’s Precinct 1 Warden and/or Election Worker since June 19, 2000 (17+ years). I would personally like to send my condolences to Ed Bliss and family. I truly enjoyed getting to know and work with Mel over the past 4 ½ years, I will sincerely miss her. Elections and Town Meetings just won’t be the same without her smile. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bliss family and all Mel’s friends during this difficult time.

Upcoming January 29 – Special Town Meeting

I would like to remind all town residents that Monday, January 29th, 2018 is our next Special Town Meeting. We will meet at the Dighton-Rehoboth High School Auditorium at 7:00 PM. If you will be 18 years of age or older by January 29, 2018, you may register to vote by the January 19th deadline ~ just in time for Special Town Meeting. Remember your vote is important in the way our town is run and revenue is spent! However, you must be present in order to voice your opinion. On the Special Town Warrant is: the Fiscal Year 2018 Amended Budget and the D-R Regional High School Roof Debt Exclusion Ballot Vote article. Please come to Special Town Meeting and be a part of the decision-making process of our wonderful town. Hope to see you there.

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January Voter Registration for Special Town Meeting

We have a special voter registration session during the month of January with extended hours for those who cannot make it to Town Hall during regular business hours. Friday, January 19, from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. is the required voter registration session for the January 29, 2018 Special Town Meeting. If you are unable to make it to town hall, you may also register online @ https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/. If you are not sure if you are registered to vote, you may check your voter status on the Secretary of State’s website at: http://www.sec.state.ma.us/VoterRegistrationSearch/MyVoterRegStatus.aspx. If your registration indicates your voter status as inactive, please contact the Clerk’s office. Should voters have questions or unable to check their voter registration status online, please call the Town Clerk’s Office at 508 252-6502, Extension 3109 or 3110.

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As mentioned in last month’s article, the Board of Registrars is required to conduct an annual street listing (Census) of residents as of the first of January each year. In addition to the name, address, date of birth, occupation, veteran status with “war era” noted, and number of dogs, the form includes a section for school information required by the school department. Results of the census are used to prove residency for a variety of reasons. The data is used for state college entrance applications, veterans’ benefits, amending and establishing birth records, locating missing persons, establishing precinct lines, predicting future school enrollment, state and federal funding to the town, police and fire protection, Rehoboth, MA updating the voting list, and other legal purposes. LICENSED & INSURED Please review the pre-printed Census Form, make corrections, and return it no later than MA #058544 Reg # 111902 RI# 7169 January 31st. You may choose to return the Census Form via the USPS, utilize Census drop off boxes at Town Hall, Blanding Library, Bristol County Savings Bank, or the Senior Center. Additionally, you can scan in your signed and completed census forms and email them to either LSchwall@town.rehoboth.ma.us or LShaker@town.rehoboth.ma.us . This year’s census mailer has three inserts in addition to the 2018 Calendar and household census forms. The first insert is the Annual Dog Licensing form (white paper – black print). Please note the 5th Annual Rehoboth-Seekonk Rabies Clinic, which is scheduled for Saturday, March 10th, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 (Noon). For more information please see the bottom of the Dog Licensing Form or under the Dog Licenses and Rabies Clinic sections of this article. The second insert is printed on blue paper with black print. It is a surveillance camera survey and authorization form for our Police Department. The third insert is the 2018 ~ 375th Anniversary Celebration “Calendar of Events”. As you know, Rehoboth will turn 375 years old on October 24, 2018 (when Rehoboth was established) and the 375th Anniversary Committee has planned a year’s worth of fun events to share with you. We hope to see you all at our celebratory events throughout the year. The festivities begin with our first event on Saturday, January 27th “Filtration is our only business not our sideline” at Hillside Country Club for the 375th Anniversary Celebration 32 years experience - WQA Certified and factory trained personnel Ball. For more information on the ball, the flyer is on the back of the Calendar of Events census insert. We look forward to having a wonderful year of celebrating our great town with you all. Additionally, new residents may receive blank 2018 census Iron, Manganese, pH, Bacteria, forms, which they are asked to complete and return. If you do not Rotten egg smell, Nitrates, Arsenic, receive a Census Form, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office 508-252-6502 X-3110 (Laura) or 3109 (Lynn). Blank Census forms Lead and a whole lot more are also available on the town website @ http://www.town.rehoboth.ma.us/town-clerk/pages/censusWe custom assemble “traditional equipment” and information NEW “E3” custom tailored environmental systems that Failure to return the completed form may result in voters being placed on an inactive voting list or being removed from the needs NO SALT, no electricity, NO BACKWASHING, voting list. no control valve, no customer maintenance. Residents are requested to please send in their census forms See which is right for you. Maybe you can get rid of your current as quickly as possible regardless of whether or not they license salt system and save money with our new E3 systems that do not need their dogs at this time. Census forms are due 1-31-18 salt, backwashings, electricity, time resetting and your attention

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Speaking of dog licenses, the 2018 Dog Licenses are now available and may be purchased at the Town Clerk’s Office. Again in 2018, residents will also be able to renew their dog licenses online with a Debit/Credit Card or Electronic Check (ACH/EFT) at https:// www.invoicecloud.com/rehobothgovsvcs . Continued on next page....

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12 The Reporter January 2018 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 the 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 (the current postage is 71¢ for one dog tag, 93¢ for two dog tags and 1.15¢ for three dog). New for 2018, all residents 70-years old or over do not need to pay the $10 or $20 yearly dog licensing fee. I submitted an article at the May 8, 2017 Annual Town Meeting (Article 15) requesting Town Meeting vote to accept MGL CHAPTER 140 SECTION 139(c), which states “No fee shall be charged for a license issued under this section for a service animal as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act or regulations promulgated thereunder. No fee shall be charged for a license for a dog owned by a person aged 70 years or over in a city or town that accepts this provision”. Town meeting did approve the acceptance of MGL Chapter 140 Section 139 (c), which will allow the Town Clerk’s Office to waive dog licensing fees for service animals and for dogs owned by any Rehoboth resident 70 years of age and older. They must provide proof or rabies vaccinations for each dog and proof of their age (70 or older). As per Town Counsel, this does not include Kennel Fees.

2018 – 5th Annual Rabies Clinic

Keep them safe . . . inoculate! The 5th Annual RehobothSeekonk $12 Dog and Cat Rabies Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, March 10, 2018 - 9:00 AM ~ 12:00 Noon @ Seekonk Public Works Department Garage (On the Corner of Route 44 & Lake Street). The Rehoboth & Seekonk Town Clerks will be there to renew your 2018 Dog Licenses. If you would like to help us register the residents for their dog and cat rabies shots, please let us know. For more details either on the rabies clinic or helping us staff the event, please call 508-252-6502 X-3110 or 3109 ~ thank you.

The Annual Town Election

The Annual Town Election for the Town of Rehoboth will be held on Monday, April 2, 2018 with the polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. – ALL THREE PRECINCTS WILL BE OPEN. Precinct I is the Town Office Building at 148 Peck Street, Precinct II is the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center at 55 Bay State Road, and Precinct III is the South Fire Station at 102 Pleasant Street. Nomination papers are now available for any registered voter in Rehoboth wishing to run for election on the Town ballot and who chooses not to seek a nomination through their registered party’s caucus process. Nomination papers may be picked up by prospective candidates at the Town Clerk’s office and must be returned, signed by a minimum of 38 registered voters, to the Board of Registrars at the Town Clerk’s Office by 5 p.m. on, or before, Monday, February 12th. Positions to be elected on the ballot for 2018 are Moderator (one for 1 year), Selectmen (two positions for 3 years), Town Clerk (one for 3 years), Assessor (one for 3 years), School Committee (two for 3 years), Planning Board (two for 5 years), Housing Authority

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(one for 5 years and potentially another position for a 3-year term. I’m waiting to hear from the State to see if the recently accepted Legislation will require the elimination of one of the currently elected housing authority positions; the 3-year position). We will also have Park Commission (two - one for 5 years and one for 3 years), Stormwater Officer (one for 3 years), Tree Warden (one for 3 years) and Water Commissioner (one for 3 years) positions on the upcoming April 2, 2018 ballot. The final voter registration date to be eligible to vote in the Annual Town Election is scheduled for Tuesday, March 13th from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Town Clerk’s Office. Prospective voters are reminded that they may also register to vote by calling the Town Clerk’s Office to request a Mail-In voter registration form, or register online @ https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ ovr/ .

Absentee Ballot Applications

Applications for absentee ballots are available as of January 2nd and may be obtained from the Town Clerk’s Office. Absentee ballots are obtained by written request only and must have the voter’s original signature. The deadline for filing absentee applications is Friday, March 30th at 5:00 p.m. Absentee ballot request forms are also available online @ http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/absentee_ballot.pdf for an individual request or http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/absentee_ballot_fam.pdf for a family member. Any questions regarding voter eligibility or requests for mail-in voter registration forms may be directed to the Town Clerk’s Office.

Business Certificates

Business owners whose business certificate will expire during January through June of 2018 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 prefer to renew online, you may use the debit/ credit card/ ACH/EFT payment method on the town website. However, your signature must be notarized on the business certificate renewal form then scanned and e-mailed to the town clerk’s office. Free notary services are available at the Town Clerk’s office during regular office hours. Debit/Credit Card or Electronic Check (ACH/ EFT) transactions may also be processed through the town clerk’s office, in addition to online. Questions or suggestions regarding any of the above topics may be directed to the Town Clerk’s Office, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 508-252-6502, X3109 (Lynn) or X3110 (Laura).

Update on Town Clerk Certifications

As of the submission of my December Reporter article, I had received confirmation of my International Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) certification but was still waiting confirmation of my Massachusetts Town Clerk certification (CMMC). I am pleased to inform you that I received my Massachusetts certification as well on November 30th. I became the 119th out of 351 current City and Town clerks to receive the prestigious designation of Certified Massachusetts Municipal Clerk (CMMC). I am now dual certified (Internationally and State) and able to serve the residents of Rehoboth better with the education I received over the past few years. Thank you all for your kind e-mails, notes and cards ~ they were truly appreciated. In closing, Lynn and I wish all of our town residents a happy, safe, peaceful, healthy, and prosperous New Year. Sincerely, Laura & Lynn

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The Rehoboth Democratic Town Committee

Rehoboth Republican Town Committee

Rehoboth - The Rehoboth Democratic Town Committee (RDTC) The Republican Caucus to nominate candidates for the April Republican Caucus to nominate candidates for the April 2,13, 2018 will hold its annual caucus on Saturday February 10, 2018 at the The 2, 2018 Town Election will be held on Tuesday, February 2018Town Election will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 7:30 p.m., at the COA Senior Blanding Public Library 124 Bay State Road at 10:00 AM to nomi- 7:30 p.m., at the COA - Senior Center – 55 Bay State Road. - In Center Baycase StateofRoad. In theweather, case of an inclement weather, anWednesday, alternate date of nate candidates for the April 2, 2018 Town Election. The snow or – 55the inclement alternate date of Wednesday,February February 21, 21, 2018 2018 -- 7:30 7:30 p.m., p.m., has also at at thethe COA – rain date will be Saturday, February 17. 2018. has been beenscheduled, scheduled, also Senior Center. list of offices to be filled follows: The list of Offices to be filled include: COAThe – Senior Center. The list isofasoffices to be filled is as follows: POSITION

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Anyone interested in seeking any of the above offices as a Re-

Anyone interested in seeking any of the above offices as a Republican candidate should publican candidate should contact the Chairman of the Republican contact theTown Chairman of the Republican Committee, Frederick E. Vadnais at 252Committee, FrederickTown E. Vadnais at 252-3535. The Caucus 3535. TheisCaucus is open to any registered Republican or un-enrolled voter of the open to any registered Republican or un-enrolled voter of the Town of Rehoboth of December 1, 2017. Town ofasRehoboth as of December 1, 2017.

Also at the February 10, 2018 Caucus delegates will be elected to attend the MA DEMS 2018 Convention taking place on June 2, 2018 at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA. Anyone interested in seeking the above offices and/or attending the MA DEMS 2018 Convention, both as a Democratic candidate, should contact the Chairman of the Rehoboth Democratic Town Committee, Paul Jacques, at (508) 922-4394 or via email DemCommittee02769@gmail.com As always, registered Rehoboth Democrats and un-enrolled voters are invited to attend the upcoming Caucus and monthly meeting on the first Monday of each month. We invite all Democratic Candidates to attend our January 8th and February 5th RDTC Meetings prior to the scheduled Caucus. For more details visit our FB page at @RehobothDTC. Happy New Year!

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The Town of Rehoboth Has Renewed a Program to Continue to Provide Rate Stability and Cut Electricity Costs for Residents and Small Businesses The Previous Supply Contract Provided Rate Stability and Yielded Savings

The Town of Rehoboth will continue its electricity aggregation program under a new three-year supply contract set to start in January 2018. Rehoboth is part of a buying group of 23 communities stretching from the South Coast to northern Middlesex County that originally launched their Community Electricity Aggregation (CEA) programs in January 2016. By purchasing together, these communities have collectively saved over $8 million for their residents to date and have now renewed their supply contracts for another three years. In addition to savings, in an environment of continuing rate volatility, these aggregation programs have successfully provided safe harbor for rate payers with one fixed rate while maintaining the freedom to leave the program at any time without penalty. The goals of the program are to provide ratepayers with reduced electric rates, price stability and a responsible alternative to utility rates. The new electric rate is fixed at $0.10122 per kilowatt hour (kWh) from January 2018 to January 2021. This compares favorably with the Basic Service rate for National Grid from November 1, 2017 to April 30, 2018 which will be $0.12673 per kWh. The electricity supply will be provided by Public Power, LLC. Public Power won a highly competitive bid conducted by consultant Good Energy in April 2017, beating out two of the nation’s largest power companies. The supplier name will change from Constellation to Public Power and this will be reflected along with the new rate of $0.10122 per kilowatt hour on your January 2018 bill which you will receive in February 2018. While the aggregation rate compares favorably with the winter rate of National Grid, there is no guarantee of future savings under the aggregation program. The National Grid Basic Service supply rate changes every six months. If you are currently in the program, no action is required to continue participation. If you opted out of the original program, you will not be sent an opt-out letter and you will not be enrolled in the new contract. However, you may still join the program by contacting Public Power, LLC at 800- 830-2944, or by email at customercare@ppandu.com. If you are on the Basic Service with National Grid and have not previously opted out, you will be sent an opt-out letter which details the program. Residents who wish to opt into the program, including residents who previously opted out or who are currently with a third-party supplier, may still join the program by contacting Public Power, LLC at 800- 830-2944, or by email at customercare@ppandu.com. Please note that residents currently on with a third-party supplier should check for any early termination fees associated with their existing supply contract prior to joining the new program. Municipal officials emphasize that no one affiliated with the program will call, email or knock on residents’ doors asking them to enroll or re-enroll. As before, there is no penalty or termination fee for leaving the program at any time. Comprising nearly two dozen diverse cities and towns (Acushnet, Attleboro, Carver, Dartmouth, Dedham, Dighton, Douglas, Dracut, Fairhaven, Fall River, Freetown, Marion, Mattapoisett, New Bedford, Northbridge, Norton, Plainville, Rehoboth, Seekonk, Somerset, Swansea, Westford, and Westport), this Community Electricity Aggregation buying group is the largest in Massachusetts and the third largest of its kind in the country. Community Electricity Aggregation demonstrates the growing demand for the benefits of regional collaboration among com-

January 2018 The Reporter munities on energy issues – a value the International City/County Management Association acknowledged recently in October when it recognized the program with a 2017 Local Government Excellence Award. The Rehoboth Board of Selectmen are pleased to be able to provide the citizens of Rehoboth the opportunity to participate in this fixed term contract which will help to protect our residents and businesses from future spikes in electricity prices. As communities across the country have sought to take more control over their energy costs and usage, Community Electricity Aggregation has become increasingly popular. In Massachusetts, CEA is also known as “municipal aggregation” and was made possible by utility deregulation in the late 1990s. CEA is a process whereby a municipality or, in this case, multiple municipalities, aggregate the electrical load of residents and businesses within their jurisdictional boundaries to purchase electricity in bulk in the competitive market. The CEA program does not affect the delivery of electric service. Any problems with electric service, including outages, should continue to be reported to National Grid at 800-322-3223. For questions or concerns about the CEA program, or if you would like to opt out of or leave the program, please contact Public Power, LLC at (800) 830-2944, or email them at customercare@ ppandu.com. Visit www.masscea.com for additional information about the

Conservation Land Donated to the Rehoboth Land Trust by E. Otis Dyer

By Betsey Dexter Dyer In December of 2017, Everett Otis Dyer of Rehoboth donated 433 acres of wetlands and uplands to the Rehoboth Land Trust for permanent preservation. Much of the area is the historically and ecologically important Squannakonk Swamp that occupies the central part of Rehoboth. It was the largest singly owned property in Rehoboth at the time of donation and effectively tripled the holdings of the Land Trust. Dyer requested that the property be named for his late friend and mentor, Roy Wheaton Horton:

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How that property came to be purchased by Dyer, why he thought it was worth preserving and why it was named for Horton is a story worth telling. Everett Otis Dyer moved to his family’s farm, in Rehoboth in 1949, just after graduating from University of Maine and also serving aboard a submarine in the Pacific at the close of World War II. Great Meadow Hill Farm, in the family since 1818 presented many challenges to Dyer, who at age 22 was soon to be married. The buildings of the farm had begun to deteriorate and fields were beginning to grow up in brush. The homestead built in 1746 needed significant restoration. Dyer was fortunate to find mentors in Rehoboth, wise in the ways of fields, pastures, and woodlots and farm buildings. One of these was Roy W. Horton whom Dyer met in 1958. Horton (then in his late 50’s) was from an old Rehoboth family (distantly related to Dyer’s) and was an old-time “swamp yankee.” Rehoboth abounded (and still does) in historic cedar and maple swamps, often divided into small parcels used as family woodlots especially when frozen over in winter. Roy had worked in many of those swamp lots with teams of horses and oxen. Dyer ended up writing a book in 1994 Swamp Yankee mostly about Roy Horton and his various activities in the historic swamps of Rehoboth. Dyer described swamp yankees as those who reside near the swampy wooded areas of southeastern New England and who whose subsistence activities include maintaining active woodlots. And before those swamp yankees arrived from Europe and Great Britain, Wampanoag native Americans lived on the wild

game, plants, and wood of the swamps. The largest in Rehoboth is about 400 acres and named Squannakonk Swamp which is Wampanoag for wild goose. At a northerly edge of Squannakonk Swamp is Anawan Rock, a landmark of the King Phillip Wars at which a final battle was lost by Chief Anawan. Dyer was also an avid reader of Henry David Thoreau who is considered by environmentalist Rod Giblett a sort of “patron saint of swamps” . Among the many quotations from Thoreau is this: “my temple is the swamp… When I would recreate myself, I seek the darkest wood, the thickest and most impenetrable and to the citizen, most dismal, swamp. I enter a swamp as a sacred place, a sanctum sanctorum… I seemed to have reached a new world, so wild a place…far away from human society. What’s the need of visiting far-off mountains and bogs, if a half-hour’s walk will carry me into such wildness and novelty.” One of several favorite poets of Dyer was Robert Frost, who also wrote about swamps in “The Wood-pile”, excerpted here: Out walking in the frozen swamp one gray day, I paused and said, ‹I will turn back from here. No, I will go on farther—and we shall see.› The hard snow held me, save where now and then One foot went through. The view was all in lines Straight up and down of tall slim trees Too much alike to mark or name a place by So as to say for certain I was here Or somewhere else: I was just far from home. continued on next page...

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In the 1980s, Dyer became fascinated by Squannakonk Swamp and surrounding areas such as Roaring Brook Woods, which at that time was highly divided into mostly small parcels, some having been in families for many generations and some others with owners unknown, having been forgotten. It would be a daunting task for anyone to find dozens of old descriptions and deeds, research the titles and trace the owners of every parcel. Yet Dyer, a land surveyor was in a unique position to be able to do just that, albeit laboriously as a sort of avocation over the course of almost four decades. Eventually Dyer’s son E.Otis Dyer Jr joined the business and also joined the project of researching and buying piecemeal, nearly every parcel of Squannakonk Swamp as well as some adjacent areas. It was a labor of love for both. It was also an enormous puzzle that took the form of a large map that covered a table upstairs in Dyer’s survey office. Each parcel, was outlined with colored pencils and filled with hand written notes concerning the histories of ownership. By the end of the project around 2016, Dyer was 90 years old and the owner of about 450 acres wetlands and uplands including Squannakonk Swamp , Little Squannakonk, Bad Luck Swamp and Roaring Brook Woods. Some of it was co-owned with his son E. O Dyer Jr who died unexpectedly that year at age 56. Perhaps the project would have gone further as at the time of his death, EOD Jr was beginning to acquire parcels in Munwhague Swamp. It had always been the intent of father and son to donate the entire assembled property for conservation in perpetuity. And so in 2017, the time was right and negotiations were begun with the Rehoboth Land Trust. Look at any topological map or satellite photograph of Rehoboth to see what a significant part of the town is comprised of Squannakonk and the surrounding undeveloped property. Dyer, an historian by avocation, loves the area for its historical importance. However I (his daughter and a biologist) can attest to the extraordinary ecological importance of any area of that size that will remain protected from development. The donated land includes wetlands and uplands with diverse forest habitats, and is a uniquely unfragmented refuge for biodiversity. Southeastern New England was once mostly farms and woodlands but now is filled with suburbs, towns and cities and fragmented natural areas. There are few properties of the size of Squannakonk remaining and far fewer that are destined to be donated and preserved.

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The View from My Hill By Susan Boucher

As I write this, Seekonk and neighboring towns are in the middle of a gripping cold spell. There’s barely a dusting of snow on the ground, but it’s sure to remain there for a while if the temperature remains below freezing. I am sitting in my living room, next to my wood stove, trying to stay warm on one of the coldest nights in this bitter string of cold nights that we have suffered through. Usually I can count on the heat from the stove to warm at least this one room, but not on this day. It struggles to send any measurable warmth beyond a few feet. It is that cold. Luckily, the furnace kicks in and it does warm enough to bring the temperature up a few degrees. I have on long johns, sweat pants, a sweat shirt, the very warmest socks I own and my warm slippers. A fleece blanket made for me by my granddaughters is draped over my lap. And still I cannot get warm. In lieu of wearing gloves in the house, my fingers hold tight to the heat of a cup of freshly brewed coffee, holding it for the warmth more than the caffeine. As my fingers slowly come back to life from hauling in more firewood off the back porch, I think back to the various winter forecasts I remembered hearing for this winter of 2017 – 2018. I didn’t think it was going to get this cold this year, I mutter aloud to no one in particular. Didn’t ‘they’ say it was going to be a mild winter? Just to be sure that I was remembering correctly, I turned to the web and searched for the forecast for our part of New England.

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Seekonk DPW News for January

The town DPW will be picking up Christmas trees curbside on the residents’ normal trash collection days during the month of January. It has been our long-time custom to do so. We would also like to remind our residents that trash and recycling pickup will be delayed one day for the entire week of January 15, in honor of the Martin Luther King holiday.

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The Town Clerk’s office wishes everyone a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year! We also hope everyone had a wonder Holiday Season, with family and friends.

Annual Census

The 2018 Annual Street List/Census will Florice Craig be mailed shortly due to arrive by mid-January. Please update the information provided by adding, deleting, or making changes where necessary directly on the form. Please sign and return the census within 30 days. You cannot register to vote on this form. If you don’t have a party designation next to your name you need to register to vote by either going on line www.123voter.com, or coming into the Town Clerks office. There are multiple ways to return your census: mail it back to the Town Clerk with the provided envelope or drop it off at the following locations: Town Clerk’s Office, Town Hall drop box (outside Town Hall’s front door), Seekonk Sr. Center (540 Arcade Ave.), Seekonk Public Library, or you can scan it and email it to fcraig@seekonk-ma.gov or lsorel@seekonk-ma.gov

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2018 Annual Rabies Clinic

2018 Annual Rabies Clinic for both dogs and cats will be held Saturday March 10, 2018 at the Seekonk Public Works Department Garage on the corner of Route 44 & Lake St. For more details call (508) 336-2920, or Animal Control (508) 336- 6663. License fee: $10.00 for spayed or neutered dogs. $20.00 for un-spayed or unneutered dogs.

Absentee Ballot Applications

Absentee Ballot applications are available in our office or on our web-site. If you want to be put on the permanent absentee ballot mailing list please fill out the form and check off “for all elections”. If you know you will be out of Town for a certain election you can request an absentee ballot several weeks before an election.

Nomination Papers

Nomination papers for interested candidates are now available to be picked up for the Annual Town Election which will be held Monday April 2, 2018. The deadline to return the papers is February 12, 2018. I would like to point out that when someone asks you to sign nomination papers please remember your signature must be legible, not just an initial or a scribble. The person signing must be a registered voter in the Town of Seekonk and the signature should not differ from the way it appears on the voting list. Also make sure you put down the street address at which you are registered to vote. The Town Clerk’s office cannot certify signatures that are illegible.

Thanks to the Rehoboth Garden Club

Thanks to the Rehoboth Garden Club for the beautiful holiday wreaths they donated to the Seekonk Town Hall. They truly made the Town Hall front doors welcoming to all during this Holiday Season. And a special thanks to Lydia Cordeiro, in the Seekonk Assessor’s office for taking the time to decorate our Town Hall with all the festive decorations, greenery, wreaths and of course the decorating of the new Christmas giving tree. Her enthusiasm and wonderful talent for decorating made the Holiday Season in Town Hall very special.

Seekonk Schools Run Food Drives to Fill Shelves at Doorways Food Pantry

The people of Doorways would like to express a heartfelt thank you to all four Seekonk Public Schools for their continued support and hard work in conducting four separate food drives to fill the pantry shelves ahead of the long, cold winter months. The quantity of food raised collectively was truly impressive! Their gift supports many Seekonk residents who are facing challenging times, and the food they provided will stock the pantries, fill the lunchboxes, and grace the dinner tables of homes in our community for weeks to come. The food they collect stays in town, benefitting Seekonk residents who are experiencing hard times. Special thanks is due to the coordinators of the various food drives: Linda Horton at the Seekonk High School, Ellen Hindle at the Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School, Ann Marie Braganca at the Martin Elementary School, and Janessa Burgo of the Aitken School PTA. It takes a lot of time and effort to organize, collect and deliver all that food, and we wish to publicly acknowledge their contribution. To the students, the parents, the faculty and staff of all four schools, we are grateful for your generous support of our mission – thank you so much!

Seekonk Girl Scouts Combine to Collect Christmas Toys for Seekonk Families

Seekonk girls from four different Girl Scout troops combined to coordinate a toy drive to collect Christmas toys for Seekonk families in need. The young women of Girl Scout Troop 404, Troop 707, Troop 483, and Troop 470 collaborated to amass a large selection of toys for girls and boys of all ages, which they delivered to the Doorways food pantry for distribution in the weeks before Christmas. Parents with young children were able to pick from a splendid assortment; over two hundred toys were given out to Seekonk families, to become the Christmas delights of many local children. Once again, the staff of Doorways wishes to express our thanks and admiration for the generosity and hard work of the young women, their scout leaders and their parents in organizing a Christmas toy drive for the families of Doorways food pantry. It is not only the children for whom you created a warm Christmas memory: the parents are also touched by your generous acts of service, visibly relieved to have presents for their youngsters You did a wonderful thing.

New Outlets for Seekonk Blue Bag Purchases

As the result of the closing of the Benny’s stores and the Smart Stop location no longer participating in the program, we have enlisted Price Rite on Taunton Avenue, and the Shell station store, on the corner of Taunton and Arcade Avenues, to be locations where you can now purchase the Seekonk town trash bags. We are working on getting at least another location in the northern end of town. You can still purchase the bags at the following locations: Crossroads Auto Center, 822 Fall River Avenue Regency Liquors, 301 Taunton Avenue Rochelle’s Convenience Mart, 2 Olney Street Stop and Shop, 35 Highland Avenue (Rt. 6) Stop and Shop, 1475 Newman Avenue (Baker’s Corner)

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POSTAL NEWS USPS ASKS CUSTOMERS TO CLEAR WALKWAYS AND AREA AROUND MAILBOXES OF SNOW AND ICE Postal employees suffer serious injuries from slips, trips & falls Postmaster Chadsey requests that customers clear their mailboxes and walkways of snow and ice during the winter months. Several employees have suffered serious injuries related to slips, trips and falls during the winter season. Letter carriers are instructed to hold mail to addresses where ice and snow are not cleared. However, many risk their safety in order to provide service to their customers. None of us want to inconvenience our customers,” Chadsey explained, “but we must ensure the safety of our employees.” The Postal Service is asking customers to help. The letter carrier will need access to your mailbox clear of snow and ice. Shovel, sand and salt as needed. Another serious winter hazard to be aware of is letter carriers walking on streets due to unclear city sidewalks. If normal delivery time is after dusk be sure to keep access path to mailbox well lit. Be aware that normal melting of snow during daylight hours will freeze and form a layer of ice, which is sometimes covered by an evening snow fall. Customers are asked to clear enough snow from curbside boxes to allow mail trucks to approach the mailbox, deliver mail and to drive away from it without danger or the need for backing or leaving their vehicle. In the event of a large storm or multiple storms, a makeshift mail receptacle may be utilized. This can be a box on pole (48 inches off the ground) mounted in a 5-gallon container filled with sand (for stability) and placed roadside. “Please help our letter carriers provide the best service they can as safely as possible,” Postmaster Chadsey said.

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Saint Raphael Academy Announces First Quarter Honor Roll

Saint Raphael Academy congratulates students from Bristol County who have achieved honor roll status for the first marking period in academic year 2017-18. They are:

Highest Honors

Grade 11: Stephanie Amaral (Seekonk)

First Honors

Grade 9: Madison Kotch (Rehoboth), Meryem Oldro (Seekonk), Samuel White (Seekonk) Grade 11: Nolan Carlson (Seekonk), John deAbreu (Rehoboth), Jaclyn Martin (Rehoboth), Jacob Summerly (Seekonk), Taylor Troiano (Seekonk)

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Grade 9: George Turnbull (Seekonk)

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Rehoboth Residents Named To Honor Roll at The Providence Country Day School

The Providence Country Day School has recognized the following Rehoboth students for first trimester scholarship and achievement. High Honors: Natasha Bansal ‘19, Catherine McLaughlin ‘19, William Musto ‘19 Honors: Idalia Beerman-Rodriguez ‘24, Vivian Vieira ‘23, Devanshi Bansal ‘21

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The Providence Country Day School has recognized the following Seekonk students for first trimester scholarship and achievement. Honors: Francisco Carvalho ‘21, Cal George ‘18

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How You Can Help Make a New Year’s Resolution to Help Homeless Children

Start off the New Year by doing good. Volunteer to play with homeless children at a Horizons for Homeless Children Playspace in one of more than 90 family shelters state. We have a high need for volunteers in Fall River, Taunton & Attleboro. A commitment of 2 hours a week for 6 months and training are required.

explore greater understanding at an age appropriate level. Periodic programs are offered throughout the year. Meetings are held at Community VNA. For more information, contact our Spiritual and Bereavement Care Coordinator at 508.222.0118, ext. 1372.

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A monthly support group for caregivers of someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia. Alzheimer’s support group meets 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM on the first Tuesday of each month at Community VNA. For more information, contact our Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group facilitator at 508.222.0118.

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Free Support Groups Continue at Community VNA in the New Year Bereavement and Grief Support

Throughout the year Community VNA provides bereavement support for the public that includes regular meetings for adults. Meetings are held at Community VNA. For more information, contact our Spiritual and Bereavement Care Coordinator at 508.222.0118, ext. 1372.

Children’s Grief Program

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This monthly support group is open to people with Parkinson’s, family members and friends. The Parkinson’s Support Group meets at Community VNA on the second Wednesday from 10:00 AM to Noon. Meetings include guest expert speakers, informal discussions, camaraderie, and support. For more information, contact Community VNA at 508.222.0118.

Caregiver Support Groups

Our Adult Day Health Centers offer a monthly support group for caregivers of a loved one, including those caring for frail elders or adults with disabilities. For information, contact our Adult Day Health Centers. Our caregiver support groups are designed to help individuals and families understand the challenges of living with illness, disability and aging. We help people become more effective and confident as caregivers. Meetings are free and open to the public. Norwood Adult Day Health Center 595 Pleasant Street, Norwood, MA 02062 781.769.4495 info@norwoodadhc.com Monthly, on the last Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM Mansfield Adult Day Health Center 300 Branch Street, Mansfield, MA 02048 508.339.2119 info@mansfieldadhc.com Monthly, on the fourth Thursday from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM Harmony Adult Day Health Center 725 A Myles Standish Blvd., Taunton, MA 02780 508.880.3000 info@harmonyadhc.com Monthly, on the last Thursday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

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Jan. 10 - Regular meeting at the Anawan Club @ 7:00 PM. We will be visited by District 33S Governor, Deb Grassi for Reports, Information and Fellowship. Jan. 17 - Board Meeting at the home of Don Nokes at 7:00 PM. Jan. 25 - Joint Meeting of the Rehoboth Anawan Lions and the Rehoboth Lions at the Anawan Club, on Gorham Street @ 7:00 PM. Rehoboth Lions. NOTE this is a Thursday Evening!

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Well here we are almost finished with 2017 and going into another year. First we want to thank all who have supported us in all our endeavors and helped us to have a very successful year. Our tree lighting at the Veterans Memorial was exciting and very successful as well as a fun time for all the children and also enjoyed by the parents who were there and at the Goff Memorial Hall. We were amazed and happy with the turnout at the hall and the fun time it was watching the kids getting gifts from the game they played; also the fact that Santa was there for them to talk to and to see the beautiful expressions on their faces. It is a lot of work but the pleasure in seeing those faces is worth all the work. Thank You to all who joined us and supported us in this yearly event. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our club members who are always there to help us with all our events. After the New Year some of us will be attending the Mid-Winter Conference and that will start the second half of the Lionistic Year, so we have our work still ahead of us and look forward to another six months of doing what we do to help those in need and get back in the swing of things until we have a new set of officers for next year. We have had a great year so far and we plan to continue with what we do. A new project is always coming up at any time so watch Hours for any you enjoy and help us in all our enM•T•T•F deavors. Once again Thank You To All who 9-5 have helped us in any way by supporting Wed til 8 our projects. We have a group of ladies who Sat 9-1 are workers and are always there and I am referring to the Marian Manor bingo that we have been doing for 25 years. It just warms your heart to see pleasure we bring them and Thank You to the volunteers who give their time to see the smiles when you walk

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The 13th annual Tree Lighting sponsored by the Kiwanis of Greater Seekonk was held on December 7th at the town hall. We would like to thank the Hurley Middle School brass ensemble under the direction of Susan Grande for playing holiday songs and children from Teddy Bear Nursery School with Kristin Pion directing and Girl Scouts organized by Beth Eckland for entertaining with Christmas songs. Thanks go to the DPW for decorating the trees and the fire department for bringing Santa. Delicious cookies were provided by chef Susan Laglle, Bernadette Loisell decorated the candy canes and Young’s Caterers provided the cocoa. A special thank you to Santa who took the time to visit with the children and to the high school Key Club who acted as Santa’s elves. We appreciate the many parents and grandparents and children who helped us celebrate the holiday season and who donated food for the Seekonk food pantry “Doorways”. Kiwanis is a world-wide organization dedicated to helping one child and one community at a time. Anyone interested in helping Kiwanis build a better future and learning more about Kiwanis is welcome to contact Bev Hart at 508-336-9352 or russellhart@comcast.net or Beverly Della Grotta at 401-749-4841 or dellagrotts24@ aol.com.

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When you hear 4-H alums talking about their 4-H experiences, it is very moving to hear about their memories of their best exhibit at the county fair, or the laughter that accompanies their story about the antics of one of their favorite animals, or to see the smiles that light up their eyes when they recall the best friend they made, and perhaps most of all, to hear the tremble in their voice as they speak about the club leader who took a special interest in them, encouraged their every effort and whose words of wisdom formed their life’s successes! If you are one of these special 4-H alums, then you have the stories, the laughter, and the memories – but, most importantly, you have the understanding of the impact 4-H can have on a young person’s life. Won’t you consider sharing all you have learned with today’s young people by becoming a 4-H volunteer? You have so much to offer to your community! We look forward to hearing about your interests, skills and talents – and we can’t wait to help you match them with the perfect 4-H opportunity. Please contact Jay Field, 4-H Educator for Bristol and Norfolk Counties, at 508-668-9793 or jfield@umext.umass.edu to discuss how you can make a difference, be a part of a productive 4-H team, and spend quality time with youngsters! We hope to welcome you back to 4-H soon! 4-H is an outreach education program of the University of Massachusetts/Amherst in cooperation with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Check out our website at www.mass4h.org.

Volunteers Needed For 4-H Youth Program

Adult volunteers are currently needed for a couple of hours each month to serve as club leaders for local 4-H clubs in Bristol and Norfolk Counties. The role of a 4-H volunteer leader is to provide skills from your own area of expertise while developing a meaningful relationship with youth. Especially needed are volunteers with skills in dog care and obedience, horse care, small animal care such as rabbits and poultry, and general science. The goal of the 4-H program is to help youth, ages 5 to 18, become competent, caring adults through positive mentoring, learning how to take community action, and increasing their sense of self-esteem, responsibility, fairness, trust and decision making techniques. The 4-H office provides training, resource materials, activity curriculum and support. “We need people who have an interest in spending time with young people and who want to learn alongside them,” says Jay Field, 4-H Educator for Bristol and Norfolk Counties. For more information on how you can make an impact on the youth in your community, contact the 4-H office at (508) 668-

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Another year has passed and resolutions made. The National Grange Master, Betsy Huber is encouraging the local Granges to concentrate on agriculture education. We offer a scholarship each spring for college students. To apply please call 508-822-4946 for further information. At the November 28th meeting we were thankful for many things including health, family, friends, babies, retirement, transportation, skills that we have to help others and good neighbors. At our December12th meeting we collected toys that were donated through the Bristol County Savings Bank toy drive. Cards were exchanged, a Yankee swap held and refreshments enjoyed. January 9th will feature a family feud game. I hope all the readers had a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays and did not gain too much weight. The Junior Grange will meet January 15th at 10 AM at the LaCroix farm. The Grange has opportunities for all ages from Juniors 5-15 and Community 16 and up. Looking forward to participating in the 375th celebration and parade. Happy New Year.

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On December 7th, The Order of Sons of Italy in America® Peter B. Gay Lodge #540 hosted its 12th annual holiday event for consumers and staff at CO-OP, a local non-profit agency supporting individuals with developmental and other disabilities. Over 100 people enjoyed lunch, with music, dancing and the traditional reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” In addition to a live performance by the Coyle & Cassidy High School Choir, Massachusetts Representatives Patricia Haddad and Shaunna O’Connell joined the festivities and helped distribute holiday gifts. According to CO-OP COO and Interim President, Joyce Faria, “Each year, we all look forward to the start of our holiday season with the help and generosity of The Columbia Cultural Trust and The Peter B. Gay Lodge #540 O.S.I.A. and all the volunteers who turn out year after year. As usual, it was a wonderful party.” About CO-OP CO-OP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting local citizens with developmental and other disabilities, including brain injuries, in a variety of residential and day programs, employment supports, and clinical services. Founded in 1972 and currently serving approximately 300 individuals and family members in Southeastern Massachusetts, CO-OP’s mission focuses on individualized services and community participation. For more information, go to www.co-op.cc.

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Carpenter Museum Receives $5,000 Grant from Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation for Hands-on History Program The Rehoboth Antiquarian Society’s Carpenter Museum has received a $5,000 grant from the Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation to continue out educational initiative, “Farm-Fresh History: Teaching America’s Past with Locally Grown Collections.” Through “Farm-Fresh History,” the Museum expands and enriches its connections to students and teachers in the DightonRehoboth school district. At the Carpenter Museum, we hold that effective history education -- taught by well-trained teachers using rich historical materials -- helps students to build important 21st-century skills, encourages them to feel empathy for others, and instills in them a sense of pride in their community. While we have proudly served students in the greater Rehoboth area since the Museum’s opening in 1978, our current programming has been focused on 3rd-grade classes who visit the Museum each year for a program that immerses them in activities from the colonial period. We previously received a grant from the Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation that allowed us to work with nearly 200 eighth grade students at the Beckwith Middle School in October. Our first program explores the daily life of a Revolutionary War soldier through hands-on activities with our traveling history trunk full of

replica Rev. War-era artifacts: a soldier’s overcoat and tri-cornered hat that students could try on, a replica drum at which they all tried their hand, and various other soldier’s supplies and sundries. Students read a letter from a soldier to his wife and children at home, learned some military drum calls, and also had the chance to see a drum from our collection that was used by a Rehoboth teenager, Joseph Pierce, in 1775-76. With our current grant from the Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation, the Museum will print and install a new exhibit that explores Rehoboth history over the past four centuries as it intersects with important events in U.S. history; produce traveling history trunks on WWII and Industrialization/Immigration; and continue digitizing archival materials on topics requested by teachers to be freely accessible on the Museum’s website, www. RehobothAntiquarian.org.

New Research Center and Expanded Hours at the Carpenter Museum

The Rehoboth Antiquarian Society’s Carpenter Museum is excited to announce the opening of our new research and genealogy center. The Research Center combines the genealogical and historical materials previously housed in the Robert S. Trim Collection at the Blanding Public Library with the Museum’s reference materials, in one centralized location. The Museum’s collection spans four Endless Possibilities centuries of Rehoboth history and includes 820 TAUNTON AVE(RT. 44) | SEEKONK, MA 02771 thousands of objects, archival materials, and photographs. Visitors will now have the opportunity to schedule an appointment with our Collections Manager, Crystal Johnson, to view objects and archival materials from the Museum’s collections. For more information or to request an appointment, please contact our Collections Manager, Crystal Johnson, at collections@rehobothantiquarian.org. We are looking for volunteers to lead tours of the Museum and/or provide assistance in the Research Center. Please contact us at director@rehobothantiquarian.org or (508) 252-3031 for more information. To better accommodate visitors, we have modified and expanded our open hours for the Carpenter Museum and the new Research Center. Beginning January 2, 2018, the Museum and Research Center will be open on the following days: Cabinetry for every Budget! Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, Showroom Hours: 508-557-0170 1PM - 4PM Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm www.InfinityKitchensandBaths.com 3rd Saturday of the month, 9AM - Noon Saturday: 9am - 1pm Admission is free for Rehoboth Antiquarinfo@InfinityKitchensandBaths.com ian Society members, Rehoboth residents, and visitors under 18. For all other visitors, SCOTT PETERS, PROPRIETOR OVER 40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE there is a suggested donation of $5/person.

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Amy Larkin and Benjamin Foss Perform at the Rehoboth Contra Dance on Friday, January 12 There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, January 12, 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 Amy Larkin and Benjamin Foss. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $9; $8 students. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html. Amy Larkin and Benjamin Foss

King Committee of Greater Attleboro Hosts 31st Annual King Holiday Program January 15th

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On January 15, 2018, The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Committee of Greater Attleboro will host its 31st annual commemoration of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Events will be held at Attleboro City Hall and First Baptist Church, Attleboro. The program theme is MLK50: Living the Legacy. The events will mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of The Rev. Dr. King. King was shot and killed on Thursday, April 4, 1968, as he stood on a second-floor balcony at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. King was in Memphis to lead a nonviolent demonstration in support of African American sanitation workers who sought economic equality. “As the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. King approaches, now is a good time to reflect on the Civil Rights leader’s legacy of nonviolence; on his vision of a beloved community, and on how each relates to our 21st-century struggles for racial justice,” says Ethel Garvin, chairperson of the MLK Committee. “What The Rev. Dr. King, and other leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, left this nation as an inheritance is a well-orchestrated and well-articulated social justice movement packed with noble deeds,” says Garvin. “In addition, King left us an invaluable collection of words that express his life’s philosophy and his nonviolent ideology. His voice on the subject of racial injustice and race equality still resound with truth and should be an integral part of any current movement for racial justice,” Garvin says. The Committee’s King-day celebration begins at 1:00 p.m. with a Municipal Program at Attleboro City Hall, 77 Park Street. The program will feature local and state representatives and soloist Lisa Stevenson of Pawtucket, RI. At 2:00 p.m., the Committee will host an Interfaith Service at First Baptist Church, 118 South Main Street. The committee is pleased to announce that Project 401, a Hip-Hop collaborative from Providence, RI, will do the feature presentation at the service. Project 401 is a grass-root Hip-Hop group that uses Hip-Hop culture to relay positive social messages to youth. The group believes that through a study of our past and of current social movements we can better move toward a peaceful, equitable, and humane existence. The group’s presentation will address the relevancy and lasting impact of Dr. King and his message.

January 2018 The Reporter The service will also feature acoustic folk singer Diane Battistello of Norton, and the Brockton High School Concert Choir, lead by choral director Matthew Cunningham. Currently, Battistello performs at open mics and at coffeehouse from Boston to Providence. The BHS choir, which consistently receives superior ratings at state and national festivals, has performed at Symphony Hall, Boston, and in June 2014, the choir won a radio contest hosted by 105.7 WROR, allowing its members the opportunity to sing in concert with the classic rock band, Foreigner, at the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion, Boston. A goodwill offering also will be taken up during the service. Half of the offering will be donated to The Rev. Gordon N. Larson Senior Center, Attleboro. The remainder of the offering will fund the Committee’s W. Duane Lockard Scholarship and general operating fund. DoubleACS will air a special program featuring local community members and leaders reciting portions of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech. Check the cable station for broadcast dates and times. Members of the committee include Ethel Garvin, Attleboro; The Rev. Jewel Hardmon, Attleboro; Melissa Martin, Attleboro; Jermaine T. Patterson, Attleboro; and Mary Whelan,

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Free and open to the public. The Attleboro Historic Preservation Society’s January 18th program entitled, “Watson-Newell: Then & Now” will be presented by Julie Hall, Attleboro Council-at-Large. The program will focus on the Watson & Newell Co. of Attleboro, founded by Clarence Watson and Fred Newell in 1880, a major manufacturer of sterling silver flatware, souvenir spoons, vanity items and an integral part of Attleboro history. The program will begin at 6:45 PM at the Attleboro Area Industrial Museum, 42 Union Street, Attleboro.

Rehoboth Community Dance Sunday, January 21st at 7pm

* Free * On Sunday evening, January 21, from 7 to 9 p.m., there will be a community dance held at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, in Rehoboth. This dance is hosted by the Sunday Night Jammers, a group of area musicians who meet regularly on Sunday evenings at Goff Hall to play Celtic dance music. The January 21 dance will feature contra dance steps and a variety of international and couple dances, such as polkas and waltzes. All dance steps will be taught. Admission is free and open to the public, and all ages and beginners are welcome. It is not necessary to come with a partner. A potluck precedes the dance at 6 p.m. For information, contact Bob Elliott at Bobolinkelliott@yahoo.com or call 774-644-1369.

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Rehoboth Land Trust Sponsors Second Seasonal Hike

On Saturday, January 27th at 10 am the RLT will lead a winter hike on its Beagle Club right-of-way to the town forest at 139 Fairview Avenue. If the small parking lot is full, park on Fair Lane and be careful crossing the busy Fairview Avenue. If snow is deep and you want to join a snowshoe group going out first, either bring your own snowshoes or borrow the few that we bring. The focus of the hike will be track interpretation and winter ecology. Please RSVP to otterob@ yahoo.com with where you heard about the hike. If questions, call Otter Brown at 508-252-6288.

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19 on Paper Exhibition at Wickford Art Association

The Wickford Art Association is presenting 19 on Paper from January 12 to February 4, 2018 in its gallery located at 36 Beach Street, North Kingstown, RI. The opening reception will be on Sunday, January 14, 2018 from 1 to 3 PM. The exhibit and reception are free to attend and open to the public. In the spring of 1986, two artists decided to form a group whose purpose was “to provide a cohesive structure for the presentation of works on paper by Rhode Island artists.” When nineteen professional exhibiting artists responded to the call for colleagues, the name of the group became “19 on Paper”. In the ensuing years the membership has expanded beyond Rhode Island, but the number of members has been maintained at approximately nineteen, although at times it has consisted of fewer than or more than nineteen. Members of 19 on Paper are painters, collage artists, printmakers, book artists, photographers, digital artists and sculptors. As a group, 19 on Paper has exhibited extensively in galleries and museums in New England and abroad. Individual artists of 19 on Paper have exhibited worldwide and several are published in a variety of print media. The mission of 19 on Paper is to promote an appreciation of art created on or with paper through exhibitions and portfolios and to provide for sharing, networking, and professional growth among its members. The Wickford Art Association is a non-profit organization with 450 members from Rhode Island and New England. The association hosts art shows and classes in its gallery at 36 Beach Street in North Kingstown, and has produced the Wickford Art Festival every July since 1962. Wickford Art Association is dedicated to educating, encouraging and inspiring artists and art lovers throughout the community. Wickford Art Association hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Sunday 12 PM to 3:00 PM, closed Mondays. For more information, contact Judy Salvadore, Gallery Director, at (401)

Pasta Dinner to Benefit RAA

Rehoboth Animal Advocates, Inc. (RAA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization relying on donations, fundraisers and dedicated benefactors. It is committed to the care and support of abandoned, neglected animals and to the support of shelter animals. RAA is having a Pasta Dinner on Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 4:30-7:30pm at the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center, 55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth. Snow Date is February 10, 2018. Chef Chico Charbonneau & Chef Matt Geisler will perform their culinary magic before your eyes. Gluten free and vegetarian options will be available. Please come, bring a friend and join in a community event. Tickets are $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for children 12 and under. To obtain tickets: RehobothAnimalAvocatesMA@gmail. com BrownPaperTickets.com Mail check to Rehoboth Animal Advocates, P.O Box 42, Rehoboth, MA 02769 or Call Karen (774) 991-1942 Proceeds will benefit the Rehoboth Animal Advocates.

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CHURCH NEWS & Events Newman Congregational Church UCC Offers Two-Day Nonviolence Training in the Tradition of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Our world has made great strides in scientific and technological achievement, yet finds it difficult to deal with domestic and international violence. From the earliest stages of education, we are taught to accept violence as a normal and necessary aspect of our culture. The tentacles of violence stretch into almost all aspects of our lives: home, workplace, recreation, and community just to mention a few. In recent history, nonviolence has come to be recognized as a significant alternative for people to deal with the conditions they face locally, nationally and internationally. Nonviolence is positive, powerful and effective because it calls forth the very best in human spirituality and intelligence.

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All-You-Can-Eat Mexican Supper

2-14 We Love Rehoboth Heart Display Campaign

3-1 Spaghetti Supper

4-14 Chicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Surprise Supper

3-3 Rehoboth History and Genealogy Symposium

4-18 Lecture 17th Century Life 22 to 28 Roadside Clean Up

3-11 Talent Show Auditions 3-25 Talent Show Auditions

6-3

Strawberry Festival

5-12 Sine Nomine Concert

6-5

Taste of Rehoboth

5-19 Historic House Tour

6-23 Family Carnival

5-5

Rehoboth Talent Show

7-21 Clam Bake

8-13 Golf Tournament TBA - Soap Box Derby

TBA Canoe/Kayak Regatta

9-15 Harvest Block Party

10-7

375 Parade

9-15 Grown in Rehoboth Contest Awards

10-13

Blanding Book Sale

10-14

Blanding Book Sale

10-14

Blanding Ghost Stories

9-22 Historic Time Line Encampment TBA Lecture on King Philipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s War

10-24 375 Anniversary Date

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Rehoboth 375 Anniversary Ball Dinner Dance Fundraiser Saturday, January 27

6:30 PM - Cocktail Hour, 7:30 PM - Dinner Hillside Country Club The Rehoboth 375 Committee hosts the official “kick off” of the town’s special anniversary year with a festive dinner dance. You’ll have a ball! Costumes are encouraged. Dress from your favorite time period. Enjoy a lovely cocktail hour with cheese, crackers and vegetable crudite followed by a plated dinner with your choice of Braised Short Ribs of Beef or, Stuffed Chicken Cape Cod with Cranberry Stuffing served with salad, vegetables and potatoes. Plus Sweet Endings Desserts and Coffee Station. Cash bars available. Live music by Rhythm 44. Ticket price is $60 per person. Proceeds from this fundraiser will support the Rehoboth 375 Parade to be held October 2018. To reserve or purchase tickets, drop by the Town Office or email BallTickets@ Rehoboth375.com.

All-You-Can-Eat Mexican Food Fundraiser for 375 Parade Friday, February 9th 5 to 7 PM

American Legion Post 302 Don’t cook. Eat out for a good cause. This fundraiser for the Rehoboth 375 parade features all-you-can-eat Mexican cuisine. Tickets are $15. Cash bar with special margaritas. Try your chance at raffles. Ticket info to be announced soon.

I Love Rehoboth Town-Wide “Put A Heart On It” Campaign Wednesday, February 14 Valentine’s Day

Proud to live in Rehoboth? Play a part in a town-wide campaign to show the love! Display hearts on the doors and windows of your homes, schools, businesses, and favorite places! Let’s cover in the town in hearts on Valentine’s Day! Be creative. Put a heart on it

Spaghetti Supper 375 Parade Fundraiser Thursday, March 1 4 to 6:30 PM

American Legion Post 302 Don’t cook! Eat out for a good cause. This fundraiser for the 375 parade will feature the acclaimed “375 Secret Sauce” served with spaghetti, pasta, meatballs, sausage,

plus salad and rolls. Cash bar. Tickets are $10 per person. For tix, email Jake Kramer at Veterans@town.rehoboth.ma.us.

Carpenter Museum Genealogy Group Symposium Saturday, March 3

Details to Come. “Celebrating Rehoboth History and its People” will feature booths, displays and workshops to be held at Goff Memorial Hall, the Carpenter Museum Farmhouse, and E. Otis Dyer Barn. More information to come.

Auditions For Rehoboth 375 Talent Show

Sunday, March 11 and 25 at 1 PM DRRHS Auditorium

Rehoboth has many talented people. If you are 13 years of age or older, please audition for the Rehoboth Talent Show to be held on Saturday, May 5 at DRRHS. Arrive for your audition ready to perform. All acts considered. Those chosen to perform in the judged Talent Show with prizes for first, second and third place winners. You must be pre-registered by email to audition. Include your name, contact info, age, and describe your act. You may include one photograph and/or link to a video. To register or get more information, email: TalentShow@ Rehoboth375.com.

Carpenter Museum Presents 375 Anniversary Lectures March and April Details to Come

Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Roadside Clean-Up Campaign Month of April

All residents are encouraged to help clean up roadside debris and litter. This town-side campaign is brought to you the Rehoboth 375 Committee, Rehoboth Litter Prevention Initiative, and the Rehoboth Business Association. Details to come.

Chef Chico’s Surprise Supper Saturday, April 14

American Legion Post 302 The Rehoboth 375 Committee hosts this family friendly fundraising supper to benefit the Rehoboth 375 Parade Fund. Details to come.

Rehoboth Historic Home Tour Saturday, May 19 10AM-2PM Various Locations in Rehoboth

The Rehoboth 375 Committee and Rehoboth Historical Commission are hosting a tour of historic Rehoboth homes. More information to come.

Rehoboth 375 Carnival Saturday, June 23

Details to Come. This family fundraiser will benefit the 375 Parade.

Rehoboth 375 Clam Bake Saturday, July 21

Francis Farm Everyone is invited to Francis Farm to enjoy a longe Rehoboth tradition - the clam bake. Other meal options will be available including chicken dinners, hot dogs and hamburgers. Cash bar. This fundraiser will benefit the 375 Parade.

Rehoboth 375 Golf Tournament Saturday, August 4

Multiple Rehoboth Golf Courses This unique golf tournament will be held simultaneously at multiple courses in Rehoboth. This fundraiser will benefit the 375 Parade.

Rehoboth Minutemen Present a History Timeline Encampment Saturday, September 22

Nike Park This is a rare opportunity to step back in time with historic re-enactors representing periods of time from the early Rehoboth colony. Learn about the people who lived during the Revolutionary War, Civil War, through modern day.

Rehoboth 375 Parade Sunday, October 7 Ghost Story Telling October 2018 Blanding Library

Attention: Photographers and Videographers

Do you love photography or videography? The Rehoboth 375 Committee welcomes submitted digital images of public 375 events and photos/videos of beautiful Rehoboth. If you capture closeups of individuals, please identify and obtain their permission to use. Email your images or video links along with your contact information to: images@ Rehoboth375.com

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News And Notes From Blanding Library

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Food for Fines

Happy New Year to all! The Blanding will once again offer a “food for fines” amnesty on overdue items returned in January. Bring in packaged, non-perishable food for Rehoboth Food Pantry to have your fines forgiven on the overdue library items you bring back this month. For more information, call 508-252-4236.

New Story Hours

A new series of story hours for children begins this month. Tot Time for children under age 3 will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays starting on Jan. 9, and Story and Craft Hours for children ages 3-K will begin on Wed. Jan. 10 and Thurs. Jan. 11 from 10 to 11 a.m. Children must be registered for story hours; call the library at 508-252-4236.

Friends Membership Renewals

The Friends of the Blanding Library will be sending out membership renewal forms soon. We hope you will renew your membership and encourage others to join our organization of volunteers who help support the library. Membership is $10 a year per household. The Friends sponsor a number of library programs, for adults and children, and help the library purchase much needed items such as bookshelves, copiers and printers, among other things.

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Thanks to the Rehoboth Garden Club for the beautiful wreaths they donated to decorate the doors of Goff Hall in December! If winter has got you down, you can plan your next vacation by browsing through all the new travel guides at the library. Sure, a lot of travel advice is online now but there’s just something fun about dreaming about a get-a-way while reading one of these print travel guides (and looking at the photos). The library has also acquired some new big and beautiful art books that are worth a look. The Blanding knitting group will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays Jan. 11 and 25. All levels of knitting experience welcome. The next meeting of the Blanding Book Club will be on Wed. Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. The book of the month is the gripping novel “The English Teacher” by Lily King. The book club is open to all. Copies of the books to be discussed can be found at the library. The Blanding Library will be closed for Martin Luther King Day on Mon. Jan. 15. A reminder that the library is now open at 10 a.m. every morning except Sundays and holidays. Closing hours are Mon.-Thurs. at 8 p.m. and Friday and Sat. at 4 p.m. In winter, the library is usually closed when the Rehoboth schools are closed for snow. Find more library information at blandinglibrary.net.

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Seekonk Public Library www.seekonkpl.org • library@seekonkpl.org Children’s Programs Storytimes

Seekonk Library storytimes focus on the five principles of reading readiness from the Every Child Ready to Read program. These principles are talking, singing, reading, writing and playing. No registration for our storytimes but a SAILS Library Card is required.

Lapsit (0-2 Years)

Mondays, January 8 - February 12 at 10 am

Includes a story, fingerplays, music, a musical instrument experience and yes, BUBBLES!

Toddler (2 and 3 year olds)

Tuesdays, January 9 - February 13 10 am

Includes stories, music, a musical instrument experience, an early learning take-home activity or craft and bubbles.

Preschool (3, 4 and 5 year olds) Wednesdays, January 10 February 14 at 1:30 pm

Includes stories, music and a craft.

Family Storytime and Playgroup (0-5 year olds) January 11 - February 15 10 am

Stories and music followed by learning in a playgroup setting.

Reading to Oliver

Tuesdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30

Build reading skills and gain confidence reading aloud by reading to Oliver or his new friend, Spencer. Call to reserve a 20 minute session between 3:30 and 5:15.

“I Survived”

Tuesday, January 16 6:30 - 7:30

Think you could survive? Come learn about natural disasters and see if you would. Based on the popular book series. Grades 3-5. Register at seekonkpl.org Calendar of Events

Elephant and Piggie Party

Friday, January 26 3:45 - 4:45 pm

Team Bulletin Board

Thursday, January 4 at 3 pm

Get artistic and help create a bulletin board for the Children’s Room. Email teens@seekonkpl.org if you’d like to help.

Teen Advisory Group

Thursday, January 11 at 3 pm

Let’s eat, chat and plan upcoming teen activities. Register online.

Teen Jeopardy

Thursday, January 11 at 4 pm

Stay after TAG to play our favorite trivia game. Answer in the form of a question, please! Register online.

Teen Movie

Friday, January 19 at 3 pm

Synopsis: A sheltered teenage girl develops a relationship with the boy next door, and their romance eventually inspires her to venture into the outside world. Rating – PG-13. Drop in

Teen Minecraft

Saturday, January 20 at 3 pm

Get together in our Minecraft world and work together to explore, build and even tame wolves! Please bring a laptop with the desktop Java version of Minecraft installed. If you have a Windows 10 or Pocket edition, feel free to bring it – you can play with each other, you just can’t play in the Java LAN. We do have a few Minecraft accounts and laptops available to borrow. Please indicate on your registration that you would like to use one. Register online.

Let’s Make Mochi!

Thursday, January 25 at 3 pm

Mochi is a traditional Japanese treat made for good luck in the new year. Together we’ll make rice flour dough and wrap it around ice cream! Register online.

Stop by after school to celebrate our favorite duo with stories, games and activities. Grades K -4 (or older!) Register at seekonkpl.org Calendar of Events

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This month we’ll make no-sew fleece blankets to donate to the Seekonk Animal Shelter. Kids ages 8+ with an adult. Register at seekonkpl.org Calendar of Events

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Book Hacks: Book Page Folding Workshop Thursday, January 18 at 6 PM

When is a book not a book? When you hack it to make something else! Join us for this first workshop in our Book Hacks series where we will take books that have outlived reading and make them into something useful. Join us at the Seekonk Library for Book Hacks: Book Page Folding on Thursday, January 18 at 6 PM. A limited number of books will be provided; For planning purposes, please register in the library’s Events Calendar online at www.seekonkpl.org . Put your book love on display with book folding! In this workshop with librarian Michelle Gario, we will create a book sculpture by folding book pages into hearts. Each participant will create their own project perfect for decorating a bookshelf or giving to the book lover in your life. No previous experience is necessary. For more information, email library@seekonkpl.org or call the library at 508-336-8230.

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Are you a foodie or a fan of local history? Join us at the Seekonk Library on Monday, January 22 at 6 PM for a talk on Massachusetts’ favorite little berry: the cranberry! Sponsored by the Friends of the Seekonk Library this program is free and open to all. Massachusetts is known for a lot of things. One the more unique industries to literally grow right out of our own backyards is that of the Cranberry. Southeastern Massachusetts and places on the Cape had a unique blend of acidic soil and sandy topsoil that allowed these little red berries to thrive. It hasn’t been until recently that growers have figured out how to expand beyond New England into other areas of North America and Chile that we now are able to get cranberry products year round. Brian Wick joins us from the Cape Cod Cranberry Growers Association with a talk on Cranberries and the Cranberry industry. He will enlighten us on all there is to know about these little berries and how their industry developed and evolved in our great state. Where did they get their name? Why do they use water to pick them? And much, much more! For information: www.seekonkpl.org or Contact: library@ seekonkpl.org.

Pioneering Sounds: R.E.M. January 23rd at 6 PM

The band R.E.M. for many has become so commonplace that we rarely stop to consider how groundbreaking their music actually was. For those of us who grew up in the 90s, we associate them with catchy pop tunes like “Everybody Hurts” or “Man on the Moon.” In some cases, we may even do them a disservice by letting the missteps of the later part of their career overshadow the brilliance of their earlier work. I’ll be the first to admit committing that particular sin with bands like U2 and Aerosmith on a regular basis. Lackluster albums at the end of a band’s career don’t negate or tarnish the genius of their landmark work. If anything, in the case of R.E.M. it speaks to the power and influence of their music that they were able to maintain a successful recording career for 31 years. That being said, despite whatever the reactions of some were, it is worth noting that R.E.M.’s final album did reach the number 5 slot on the US Billboard 200 chart, which is no small feat.

January 2018 The Reporter Before R.E.M. was formed in 1980, there was literally nothing that had ever sounded like them. Listening to them today one would be hard pressed to identify the origin of their sound. Of all places, R.E.M.’s sound actually grew out of 70’s Punk Rock, of all places. While their music doesn’t overtly thumb its nose at authority and society (though Stipe did eventually use their music as a political platform) like one would expect from a Punk band, their music does ignore the conventional rock scene. The attraction to Punk for many, including the members of R.E.M., was its barebones, DIY nature. While mainstream rock was getting bigger and more obsessively and excessively produced, Punk stripped rock bare back down to its roots. R.E.M. took the “Punk” approach to music making, ignored what everyone else was doing, and just did it their own way. Their sound even spurned a new genre: Alternative Rock. Both the singing and lyrical style of Michael Stipe and the guitar approach of Peter Buck further set R.E.M. apart from what their contemporaries were doing. Even if you compare R.E.M. to the punk scene you will struggle to find anyone with a similar vocal approach. Michael Stipe’s singing is simultaneously melodic, moody, and understated. Lyrically, he’s no Dylan. Yet, his poetry is masterful. Rather than use Dylan’s rambling play on words, or Springsteen’s epic storytelling, he uses the vague brushstrokes of an impressionistic painter. Fans have often had a love hate relationship with his singing and lyrics. While adored, much of the time the listener can barely make out what Stripe is saying and when he was understandable the lyrics made no sense. Is it ironic that their debut album was titled Murmur or was that by design? Just like Stipe’s singing, Peter Buck’s guitar style is hard to pin down. It is deceptively simple, which one could point back to Punk again. But, unlike Punk his playing is sparse, clean, and tasteful. At times his playing resembles Folk Rock much more than Punk. He will give you moments that make clear that he is a monster guitarist, but only if it fits the song. He’s a little like George Harrison from the Beatles in that way. George is considered a pioneering god of the rock guitar, but his guitar work never overextends itself and always fits the song. Buck’s minimalism is almost a further affront to the mainstream rock scene. As if saying, “No, I’m not going to do that rock guitar ‘thing’.” While the singer and guitarist often steal the spotlight, the contributions of the other members of R.E.M. shouldn’t be overlooked. Their bass player, Mike Mills, and drummer, Bill Berry, had the most musical training of the group and were crucial in elevating everyone’s ideas and making them fit better. Together they gave the sound a very “composed” feel. In 1997, Berry quit the band after tiring of the rock-n-roll lifestyle. Reluctantly, the band soldiered on but the audible change in their sound make it clear how important he was. Berry was clearly more than just the drummer. R.E.M.’s debut album, Murmur, was released in 1983. While critically acclaimed at the time it was not a commercial success. It was not the success of their albums that drove their career and artistry through the 80s, though. Their growing fan base propelled them forward and made each consecutive album a bigger success. The quality of their music had always stayed the same and it was just us, the listening public, that needed to catchup. Massive commercial success didn’t occur for nearly ten years until 1991’s release of Out of Time and 1992’s Automatic for the People. These two albums define the R.E.M. sound for the majority of the listening public. What sets R.E.M. apart from other groups is they made no compromises in order to achieve mainstream success. A different group might have had to dumb down their sound to make it more palatable for a broader audience. They brought the audience to them rather than bring their music to where they thought the audience was. While these albums are their most popular, they have such integrity that is hard to argue that they aren’t also among their best work. If you’d like to check out the music of R.E.M., the Seekonk Library can get any album you might be interested in. Locally we

can borrow from over 70 libraries in the SAILS Network and, if need be, we can try other Massachusetts networks and beyond. You can even try out our digital music service: Freegal! Pioneering Sounds is a music discussion group at the Seekonk Library. Join us on January 23rd at 6 PM for our discussion on R.E.M. and their debut album, Murmur. For more information visit www.seekonkpl.org or contact us at library@seekonkpl.org This program is offered FREE to the public, no registration required.

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Make All Occasion Cards Wednesday, January 24 at 6 PM

Tired of the last minute gift rush? Do standardized gift cards make you feel disconnected? When the next call for giving arises, learn how to add a more personal touch by attending the workshop All Occasion Cards at the Seekonk Library on Wednesday, January 24 at 6 PM. This free program is sponsored by The Friends of the Seekonk Public Library. Space is limited; please register in the library’s Events Calendar online at www.seekonkpl.org. Long time crafter and educator with Stampin’ Up!, a card crafting company, Patricia Quinn will lead this workshop to show you how to add a personal touch and have fun creating your own cards and gift card holders. You will leave with your own customized card and gift card holder to take home and a template to use again and again. Come to this hands on workshop and be prepared for your next gift giving occasion! For more information, email library@seekonkpl.org or call the library at 508-336-8230.

Movie Night

Monday, January 29 at 5:30 PM

Skip the wait in movie theater lines and the expensive concession stand! Take some time for yourself and enjoy this select DVD release for FREE at Seekonk Public Library. This program is free and open to the public. A young girl comes of age in a dysfunctional family of nonconformist nomads with a mother who’s an eccentric artist and an alcoholic father who would stir the children’s imagination with hope as a distraction to their poverty. Based on the bestselling memoir by Jeannette Walls. Rated PG-13; 2 hours 7 minutes. Licensing prevents us from printing titles; call the library for the title and other details at 508-336-8230 ext. 56130. For information: www.seekonkpl.org or Contact: library@ seekonkpl.org.

Can’t Make This Stuff Up…

A Non-Fiction Book Group at Seekonk Library Tuesday, January 30 at 6:00 pm

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Join us for a lively discussion of Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer at the Seekonk Library on Tuesday, January 30 at 6:00 pm. In this month’s adventurous selection, Krakauer takes us on a journey through the final days of Christopher Johnson McCandless. In 1992, McCandless gave away all his possessions and ventured alone into the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley. This tale, as well as each following months’, will leave you wondering how these stories could possibly be true. As it turns out, you can’t make this stuff up… Our book group meets on the last Tuesday of every month at 6 PM and tackles a variety of nonfiction topics from gambling to birding and even mortality itself; its nonfiction that fiction readers can enjoy. New members are most welcome. Even if you only read a small portion of the book we’d love to hear what you’d have to say! This program is free and open to all. For information: www.seekonkpl.org or Contact: library@ seekonkpl.org

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Health & Wellness Tips for Winter Wellness (Family Features) When cold winds blow, it’s essential to take extra steps to protect your health. There are a number of techniques that can help keep your immunity high and your body in good condition to support wellness all season long so that you can enjoy the chillier months. There’s no magic formula for feeling your best, but consulting your health care provider is always a good idea when you’re contemplating new ideas to promote better health.

Get up and moving

Without frequent use, muscles and joints can weaken and grow stiff, limiting your mobility. Exercise is also an important step in balancing your caloric intake, and physical activity gets your blood pumping, which has numerous benefits for heart health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a minimum of 150 minutes each week (or 30 minutes per day, at least five days each week) of moderate activity, such as a brisk walk, yoga class or bike ride. Additionally, winter brings fewer hours of sunlight during the day, and per the National Sleep Foundation, darkness naturally causes the brain to release melatonin, a hormone that triggers sleepiness. Exercise can counteract this drowsiness, as the endorphins released through physical activity cause a natural increase in energy levels. Studies show that endorphins can also elicit positive feelings and reduce the perception of pain, which can lower stress levels to help keep you mentally and physically well.

Spice up your routine with herbal supplements

Whether to supplement your diet with additional vitamins and nutrients or to give you a specific, targeted boost, herbal supplements can help support overall health. For example, the supplement turmeric, derived from root extracts of the Curcuma longa plant, is widely regarded to have numerous positive health implications. “Since 2013, turmeric has dominated the market as the topselling ingredient in herbal supplements,” said Chris Oswald, licensed nutritionist at Nature’s Way. “As research on turmeric grows, consumers continue to recognize the health benefits of this amazing botanical.” Turmeric can be added to several foods, but to ensure a steady, adequate dose, Oswald recommends a turmeric-based herbal supplement, like the Turmerich line from Nature’s Way. The line combines a blend of premium ingredients in two unique formulas, Turmerich Heart and Turmerich Joint. Both supplements feature turmeric extract along with a strong suite of herbal and specialty ingredients for comprehensive, targeted support. Each supplement uses 400 milligrams of standardized turmeric root extract per serving to boost ingredient potency, maximizing potential health benefits.

Get ample rest

Adequate sleep allows the body to rejuvenate itself naturally, promoting a better mood, improved system function and increased stamina throughout the day. The National Sleep Foundation recommends older adults get at least 7-8 hours of sleep each night for optimal health. Beyond a good night’s sleep, be sure to take some mental downtime, too, to minimize stress and anxiety, both of which can have a negative impact on your health. Find ways to relax through meditation, reading or listening to soothing music, which can help rest your mind and body.

Boost immunity

Fresh fruits and vegetables offer vitamins and minerals that can play an important role in immune health. Studies have shown that vitamin C, which is found naturally in several fruits, is essential for stimulating growth and repair in the body. During the winter months, when fresh fruit can be harder to find, supplements like Echinacea & Vitamin C from Nature’s Way can be another source of vitamin C.

Maintain skin health

As the body’s largest organ and the first line of defense against physical harm, the skin is particularly susceptible to wear and tear. During the winter, frequent exposure to harsh elements, from dry air to biting sleet, can have serious impacts on skin health. You can take steps to minimize painful redness and flakiness or cracking by regularly moisturizing your skin with fragrance-free lotions and herbal oils. They can create a protective barrier between your skin tissue and potential pollutants and irritants, and should be applied generously to areas that are most likely to be exposed, like your hands and face. Also remember to bundle up to prevent the impact of stinging winds, and avoid unnecessary time outdoors when conditions are especially harsh. Find more winter wellness tools at naturesway.com or Facebook.com/NaturesWayBrands. Fast Facts on Turmeric As a root native to Southeast Asia, turmeric has played a role in Chinese and Indian medicinal traditions since ancient times. Here are some other facts you may not know about this botanical: • Turmeric is a relative of the ginger root. • Turmeric adds the yellow color to foods such as Indian curry and yellow mustard, and is often used as a dye for its rich pigment. • When dried and ground, the underground stem of the turmeric plant can be used to make capsules, tablets, teas, oils and more.

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By: Chelsey Boyle, Sturdy Memorial Hospital “Recommendations for cancer prevention should be considered a guide to making choices that can improve one’s overall health rather than a tried and true rule book for the prevention of cancer,” advises Kenneth Bishop, MD, PhD, oncologist and hematologist at Sturdy Hematology and Oncology. “Genetics often play a role in the development of cancer and despite following all recommendations, individuals may still be diagnosed Dr. Kenneth Bishop at some point in their life.” “One of the most important methods of prevention is keeping up to date with your annual medical appointments and following the recommendations for self-exams and screenings,” says Dr. Bishop. “It is important to know your medical and family history to understand whether or not you have an increased risk of developing cancer. Working with your doctor can help you establish a clear understanding of when you should be having your screenings.”

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For men, this includes screens for colon, prostate, skin and oral, head and neck cancers. For women, this includes screens for cervical, breast, colon, as well as skin, oral, head and neck cancers. Regular screens can help to identify a cancer in its early stages when treatment is more likely to be successful. Following a healthy diet is a good place to start when looking to reduce your risk of cancer, not to mention that a healthy diet provides you with greater energy, keeps your weight controlled, and ensures that you are providing your body with essential nutrients. A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low in high calorie foods and processed sugars can reduce obesity and other chronic health conditions. Limiting the amount of alcohol consumed also has been linked in reducing the risk of developing some cancers such as liver, kidney, breast, colon, and lung. In addition to choosing nutrient rich foods, it is important to incorporate physical activity into your life. “Studies have linked physical activity to a reduction in the risk of developing breast, colon, lung, and kidney cancer,” shares Dr. Bishop. While any amount of physical activity is beneficial to your overall health, to reap the full benefits, you should aim to get at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week. If you are a tobacco user, quitting could save your life. Smoking is closely linked to cancer of the lung, throat, mouth, larynx, pancreas, bladder, cervix, and kidney. Chewing tobacco is no less of an evil as it has been linked to cancer of the oral cavity and pancreas. If you don’t partake in either habit, but are regularly exposed to second hand smoke, you are also at increased risk. Quitting your tobacco habit may be one of the most important steps in reducing your cancer risk, but talk to anyone who has quit and they will tell you it is a challenge. Talk to your doctor about quitting so he or she can provide you with the support necessary for success. Sun exposure also increases your risk for skin cancers. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, so it is important that we all take steps to reduce our risk. Sun screen provides a layer of defense for your skin, so don’t skimp on it. Use an SPF of at least a 30 and reapply regularly. In addition, be cautious of the hours you expose yourself to the sun, the rays are the strongest between 10am and 4pm. Try to reduce your direct exposure by staying in the shade and covering yourself with proper clothing.

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New Year... New You. Brain Drained? These Habits Can Help Maintain a Healthy Brain (BPT) - Everyone has those days. You’re operating in a fog, or perhaps you spaced out on a family member’s name in the middle of dinner, or maybe you just find it hard to concentrate on work or hobbies. When these unwanted situations begin to come up more often, you may start to worry. Aging has long been associated with a slow mental decline. The good news is there are simple things you can do to clear the cobwebs and regain your focus. Dr. Mike Dow, a psychotherapist and best-selling author, says we often don’t realize the brain is just like the heart, our muscles, our lungs and bones - it needs maintenance, and healthy habits to help keep it working at its very best. “People understand pretty well that if they eat healthy, quit smoking and start exercising, they can improve their cardiovascular health,” Dow says. “But they don’t always connect the dots of living a healthy lifestyle to improving cognitive health.” To help you reach your optimal brain health, Dow offers these everyday tips.

Get enough sleep

We often short ourselves on sleep when life gets busy, but it’s important to make it a priority, Dow says. “Think of nighttime sleep as a wash-and-rinse cycle that clears away the ‘bad stuff’ that builds up during the day,” Dow says. “Brain fog and dementia-causing plaques are washed away by cerebrospinal fluid, and this process is more effective when you’re sleeping.” Dow recommends practicing healthy sleep habits, such as striving for eight hours each night, being consistent with your bedtime routine and using melatonin instead of prescription and over-the-counter sleep aids to help you drift off.

Give yourself a daily challenge

If you catch yourself in a rut or locked in your routine, it may be time to find ways to stretch your mind muscles with a new and challenging activity. Researchers have discovered that healthy brains need certain levels of reserves, and challenging them is one way to build those reserves. “Think of your brain like a bank account,” Dow says. “Every time you learn something new, or play a challenging game or read a book, it’s like depositing a dollar into that account. The more cash deposits you make, the more you have to spare.”

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Like other parts of the body, the brain needs food and nutrients, and the right food can go a long way to support brain health. An antioxidant-rich diet including things like unsweetened tea, berries and turmeric can protect the brain from damage that comes from aging and oxidative stress. Dow also recommends taking a supplement like Natrol Cognium. It contains a unique silk protein that’s been shown in human clinical studies to protect the brain from oxidative stress. The studies also show that it improves memory and concentration by increasing blood flow and nutrition to the brain. If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of Natrol Cognium, visit natrol. com/benefits/brain-health/.

Tend to your relationships

As life and circumstances bring inevitable changes, the number of people we count as friends and loved ones can change over the years. It takes effort, but Dow says it’s important to try to maintain our relationships and be open to creating new ones, because they can have a profound effect on brain health. “Relationships tend to buffer us from the stress of daily life, which is good because over time, excess stress can cause inflammation,” Dow says. “At the same time, good, healthy relationships give our lives meaning.” To meet new people, try simple things like inviting a neighbor over for dessert, joining a book club or volunteering for a nonprofit or cause that’s important to you. Colleen Noseworthy

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This may not come up at the doctor’s office, but the time we spend with friends and family does reward us with better heart health. Isolation is linked to depression and that’s linked to higher rates of heart disease. Pick up the phone and call someone. Schedule lunch with an old friend, plan a special day with younger relatives or sign up for an activity.

4. De-stress and decompress

If you constantly feel the effects of stress in your body, it may be time to take steps to reverse that. Scientists haven’t found definitive proof, but they believe stress could trigger inflammation, a precursor to heart disease. So go ahead, and seek some joy: Laughter releases “good” HDL cholesterol. Exercise is also a proven stress buster, and studies show a mindfulness mediation practice reduces blood pressure.

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(Family Features) With overscheduled days full of early-morning conference calls and endless to-do lists, it’s impossible to avoid the stress that comes with working hard. Hand-in-hand with all that pressure, a lack of quality sleep can lead to aches and pains, stiffness, sore muscles, tingling or numbness in your extremities, general fatigue, as well as an increased risk of getting sick. According to the National Sleep Foundation, the average adult needs 7-9 hours of sleep a night. In fact, a survey by Mattress Firm showed a correlation between stress and those who receive less sleep than recommended. Twice as many stressed people get fewer than five hours of sleep each night compared to those who are not stressed. What’s more, those who are stressed are five times more likely to experience insomnia at least once a month. The proper amount and quality of sleep can have a dramatic impact on your life. If you’re stressed and experiencing trouble sleeping, these tips from the sleep experts at Mattress Firm can help ensure you’re getting the rest you need to improve your sleep health.

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New Year. Minimize technology use before you head to bed. The survey found that quality of sleep is negatively impacted because of stressinduced technology use. For example, those who are stressed are 60 percent more likely to watch TV an hour before bed, more than twice as likely to post to social media an hour before bed, twice as likely to check email an hour before bed and more than 40 percent more likely to sleep with their phones next to their beds. Ensure your body is getting adequate support. What felt comfortable to sleep on eight years ago may not provide the support your body needs today. Your weight, pressure points, ailments, etc. can change over the course of time, so it’s important to check the mattress tag. If it’s more than 8 years old, it is time to replace it. Another way to make sure your body has the proper support and alignment is to figure out your sleep position and select the right pillows to support your body. This can help alleviate tossing and turning, and provide a more comfortable night of sleep. Avoid nighttime snacking. About 24 percent of extremely stressed people indulge in a snack an hour before bed, according to the survey. There are many food and drink options that encourage a good night’s sleep more than others, such as tryptophan-rich foods like dairy, nuts and seeds, bananas, honey and eggs. Conversely, foods and medications with caffeine and foods with high-fat content should be avoided. The foods you choose are important, but also

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(Family Features) Staying healthy can be a challenge, especially for those living with diabetes. Everyone can have conflicts finding the right balance of partaking in healthy habits, such as exercise, eating well and even keeping your teeth and gums clean. From stress to self-care, life can be up and down when you’re living with diabetes. These seven tips from Dr. Natalie Strand, the winner of season 17 of “The Amazing Race” who lives with diabetes herself, can help you stay healthy and lead a balanced life while managing your diabetes. Communicate with your care team. Make sure you connect with your nurse educator, endocrinologist and dietician. Reach out to them with your questions as they can often help you implement subtle changes to avoid completely overhauling your lifestyle and routine because of diabetes. Get involved. Get a local group together to fundraise, vent or just understand each other. Groups such as Diabetes Sisters, JDRF, TuDiabetes and BeyondType1 offer ways to connect with others living with diabetes in person or on social media. Connecting with the diabetes community can be a powerful way to help ease the burden of living with diabetes. Keep doing what you love. Just because you have diabetes doesn’t mean you have to give up doing what you love. Make efforts to continue sports, travel and other hobbies, even if there is a learning curve to adapting with diabetes at first. Maintain good oral health. People living with diabetes are two times more likely to develop gum disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Colgate Total toothpaste is FDA-approved to help reverse and prevent gingivitis, an early form of gum disease. Get into a routine. Find a routine that works and stick with it. This way you don’t have to make new decisions each day. Anything that can ease the mental burden of diabetes can help. For example, pick a time each year for your annual visits: eye doctor, endocrinologist, renew prescriptions, etc. Picking the same time of year every year can help ensure you don’t forget to take care of yourself. Make self-care a priority. It can be hard to keep diabetes care in the forefront. It can be boring, exhausting and also fade into the background. Remind yourself that one of the best things you can do for yourself, and for your loved ones, is stay healthy. Use your family as motivation to exercise daily, eat better-for-you foods and maintain a healthy weight. Manage stress. Diabetes can be a big stressor. Add jobs, kids, relationships and it can become overwhelming. Find an easy and effective tool for stress relief and do it often. Even 5-10 minutes of guided meditation daily can have a big impact on stress management. For more information and ways to lead a balanced life with diabetes, visit OralHealthandDiabetes.com.

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New You. 5 Money Hacks for a Happy New Year

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Dear Dave, My father-in-law started a business as an LLC few years ago. He named all his daughters owners, with him owning the majority share. The business failed, and now he is being sued by creditors. He told the family these creditors can’t come after us and the other siblings, because he is the majority owner. Is this true, or should we get a lawyer? - Caleb Dear Caleb, Your wife is probably not in danger, unless she signed paperwork making her liable for a loan or liable with a creditor. If she signed official, legal paperwork – like if she went down to the bank and signed on a loan – then she’s liable. It’s that simple. That would make her, or any of her siblings who did this, co-makers on the loan. Your wife, and any of her sisters, who signed on trade accounts taking supplies from a supplier and paying them could also be liable. But they are not automatically liable simply because they were listed as minority owners in an LLC, or even a sub-S corporation. If it were a general partnership, there’s a possibility they could be liable. That’s one of the reasons I hate general partnerships. I hate partnerships in general, but I hate general partnerships, too! In other words, I think you’re okay. I would still advise speaking with an attorney, and giving him or her all the details of this situation, to be absolutely certain. -Dave NOW HIRING

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Dear Dave, My wife and I both lost our jobs a few weeks ago. She began a training course for a new job last week, and I’ve been interviewing. We cashed in an annuity the other day because things have been tight, and we were wondering if we should use it to help continue paying down debt, or simply live on it until things get better. - Vernon Dear Vernon, You need to be honorable and pay your debts, but that may have to be put on hold for a while. Right now, it’s more important to have food in the house and keep the heat on. If you haven’t done so already, contact your creditors and explain the situation. Let them know you’ll make things right with them as soon as possible. I know this is a scary situation, especially around the holidays, so make sure you two pull together and keep the lines of communication wide open. A few extra hugs wouldn’t hurt, either. The good news is it sounds like things may be looking up. Support your wife all you can in her new job, and make sure you continue looking for work, too. A little extra money is better than none, so take on something part-time while you’re looking for a permanent position. God bless you two! -Dave

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more than 25 percent of their take home pay. This type of mortgage is the only debt I don’t beat up people for having. Still, I urge folks to pay off these loans in less than 15 years. The average person following my plan pays off this type of loan in about seven or eight years. That’s a pretty big deal in terms of your financial security. And paying extra on your mortgage doesn’t have to be a strain. You can start by simply rounding up your payments. If the payment is $770, make it $800 instead, and apply the extra to the principal balance. If you want to get more intense, you could make an extra house payment each quarter, or go the route of bi-weekly payments. To do this, simply make half a monthly payment every two weeks. By the end of the year you’ll have made 13 payments instead of 12. This will knock years off the length of your loan. Remember, your income is your largest wealth building tool. It’s so much easier to save, invest, and give when all your money isn’t flying out the door to make payments! - Dave

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Dear Dave, My wife co-signed on a loan for an old boyfriend five or six years ago. Now, a collection agency is after her for the remaining $5,000. We make about $90,000 a year combined, and our attorney recommended we file Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The idea of filing bankruptcy scares me. Is there a better way to handle this? - Jeffery Dear Jeffery, Your attorney doesn’t sound very bright. A bankruptcy stays on your record for years. It’s just plain stupid to consider trashing your financial life over $5,000. This collector bought the loan for pennies on the dollar. It’s an old debt, and that means there are very low expectations for collection. At the same time, your wife did co-sign for the loan. If you have the money, and you can pay it off without hurting yourselves financially, do it. That’s the right thing, both morally and legally. If you don’t have that kind of cash on hand, try haggling with them. See if you can get them to agree to settle for $2,500. Remember to get this agreement in writing before you send them a dime, and do not give them access to your bank account. Chances are they’ll threaten to sue and all that stuff, but my guess is you can work out something on an old loan like this. It may take a couple of weeks and a little patience, but that’s a small price to pay if it saves you $2,500. Continued on next page...

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Sorry, but you guys will have to pay something to make this go away. And I hope it teaches you both a valuable lesson — never co-sign on a loan! - Dave

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Dear Dave, What do you think about online investing apps, and the way they allow you to jump in and out of stocks for really low fees? - Anonymous Dear Anonymous, I don’t think about them, and I don’t use them. I don’t play single stocks — period. There’s a ton of research out there showing that people who play individual stocks on their own — or with their broker, or with a golfing buddy — see a rate of return of about seven percent on average. You can make anywhere from 10 to 14 percent, on average, with good growth stock mutual funds. I could probably play single stocks more intelligently than most people, but why? If the average is noticeably less than I’m seeing with my mutual funds, why bother going there? Plus, with a mutual fund portfolio, you’ve got someone who does this kind of thing for a living managing and researching your investments for you in your best interest.

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Dear Dave, I just accepted a new job that will pay me $30,000 a year more than my old position. I’ve got about $55,000 in debt I’ve been working hard to pay off, and I know now I need to adjust my budget. Do you have any advice? - Mitch Dear Mitch, The first thing I’d say is don’t go crazy on any big-ticket items while you’re paying off debt. Keep it simple, and go out to celebrate with a nice dinner after you get your first paycheck. Remember, the more you put toward debt, the faster it goes away. For the time being, I want you to remain passionate about getting out of debt. Your thought process needs to be, “Wow, I got a new job making more money. I can get out of debt even quicker!” Again, I’m okay with you adjusting a bit that first month and having a little fun to celebrate your good fortune. But after that, I want you to turn around and attack that debt with even more intensity than before. Then, once you’re out of debt, you can celebrate that with something a lot nicer. Congratulations, Mitch! -Dave

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Dear Dave, You say to never give collectors access to your checking account. Does that include debit cards, too? - Sue Dear Sue, Yes, it does! Collectors are looking to get as much as they can on a bad, late debt. I’ve seen numerous situations where collectors have taken more than the agreed-upon amount from someone’s account once they gained access. To be fair, the collection business does have a few good people in it. But it also has those who will lie and make threats. If you’re doing something like scheduling utility payments to come through your debit card or out of your personal checking account, that’s perfectly fine. But there are much safer ways to handle situations with debt collectors. You can send a money order overnight, or wire the cash to them. You can also send a cashier’s check. Some folks have even used pre-paid debit cards that aren’t attached to any of their accounts. The pre-paid debit card isn’t my favorite way to handle these things, but it’s a lot better than giving a dishonest collector the opportunity to really mess you up! -Dave

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American Heritage Girls Troop MA 3712 was honored to participate this year in the first Wreaths Across America National Remembrance Ceremony in Somerset, Mass on December 16th. The girls sold wreaths as a fundraiser this fall (and will sell them again in the spring). The girls helped lay 600 wreaths! Kathleen Roy Gunning organized this year’s wreath laying at four cemeteries in Somerset after participating at Arlington National Cemetery last year. The event was certainly a huge success! The tradition of laying wreaths on the graves of veterans was started in 1992 by Morrill Worcester of Worcester Wreath Company in Harrington, Maine. When he had 5000 wreaths left over nearing the end of the holiday season he remembered a trip to Arlington as a young child and sent the wreaths to the oldest section of Arlington with the help of volunteers. He didn’t want those who had given so much for our freedoms to be forgotten. He continues to send wreaths every year. In 2007 the picture of the wreaths in the snow went viral and the nonprofit Wreaths Across America was born. Across the country, this year at 1,422 locations 1,570,000 wreaths were laid! The mission of the group is simple: Remember, Honor, Teach.

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Don’t be a couch potato in January! Join a birding expert and search for waterfowl at the shore, head out and prowl for owls at night, or learn to identify animal tracks in the snow. Nature in winter is truly a wonderland. Just bundle up and go! Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. Register online through the events calendar at www.asri.org. A complete listing of programs is detailed in the Audubon Nature Tours and Programs, a free guide to connecting with the natural world. Download a copy online at www.asri.org.

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Explore the beauty of the Fort Refuge in winter. Look for tracks and other signs of wildlife. If there is no snow, we will hike the trails. If the grounds are too icy, the program will be canceled. Please provide your own snowshoes - pairs can be rented from REI. Fee: $10/member; $14/non-member. Ages: Teen to Adult. Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org.

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January 15; 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Discover nature’s winter wonderland. Head out for a frosty walk then come back inside and warm up with a nature story. Meet a live animal and play fun animal games. No registration required. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm: Spot the Snowflake: Can you find ten snowflakes in our exhibit hall? Spot them all and receive prize to take home. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm: Nature Crafts 10:00 am: Winter Stories 11:00 am: Guided Winter Walk (weather dependent) 1:00 pm: Animal Games 2:00 pm: Animal Interview Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI; Free with Admission. Ages: All.

Owl Prowl at Caratunk Refuge

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January 19; 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Bundle up for a winter night hike and search for owls at the Caratunk Wildlife Refuge. Your guide will call for different species of owls as we travel through mixed and pine woods. While we never know if we’ll actually get to hear or see an owl, participants will be sure

January 2018 to learn a lot and have a great night hike. Wear heavy socks and shoes or boots and dress warmly. Bring a flashlight. Hike will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or icy trails. Fee: $10/member; $14/non-member. Ages: 8+. Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org.

Owling at Fisherville Brook

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January 26; 7:00 – 9:00 pm

In a small group setting, spend time with one of Audubon’s live owls and discover what makes these birds so special. Then head out on the trails in search of these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. Fisherville is home to Barred Owls, Great Horned Owls and Screech Owls. Pre-registration is a must; this program is limited to 12 participants. Adults only. Meet in the nature center and bring a flashlight. Fee: $15/member; $20/non-member. Ages: 18+. Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org.

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January 27; 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join Audubon and learn how to identify local mammal tracks and other animal signs. Start inside with a presentation to go over track patterns, terms and models. We’ll then take a short hike on the trails to see what kinds of tracks and signs can be found. This class is geared for an adult audience. Please wear warm footwear and dress for the winter weather. Fee: $10/member; $14/non-member. Ages: Adult. Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org.

Animal Tracks and Signs for Families

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January 27; 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Learn how to identify different tracks and other signs of our native mammals and birds. Investigate artifacts, explore track patterns and make plaster tracks to take home. Try to hop like a ‘bounder’ and strut like a ‘perfect stepper’! Venture on the trails to see what evidence can be found of wild things on the refuge. Although all are welcome, this class will be geared for families with children. Wear warm footwear and dress for the weather. Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 6+. Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org.

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Join naturalist Bob Kenney for a mid-day winter walk along Moonstone Beach, without the summer crowds or closed piping plover nesting areas. Our visit is timed to the low tide at 11:14 am, perfect for some leisurely beach combing and bird watching. Even though Moonstone is known as a “clothing optional” beach, the only option today is likely to be whether to wear three, four, or five layers. Bring your binoculars; we’ll have a spotting scope available. Expect to walk one or two miles in soft sand. Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: All. Register through the events calendar at www.asri.org.

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A few Snowy Owls are typically spotted in Rhode Island each year, but over the past few weeks sightings have been on the rise. We may be experiencing an irruption year, when larger than usual numbers of Snowy Owls make their way from the Arctic to the lower 48 states. They have been spotted in areas along the shore from Block Island to Middletown, and one was recently observed perched on a chimney in Providence. To see an owl is a gift in itself, but to see a large, white Snowy Owl is magical. They can be found during the day, out in the open along the shore, on the ground or on a low bush, rock or fence post. On rare occasions, they will head inland and then these large white birds might be observed in urban areas, often on rooftop perches. Their beautiful yellow eyes are striking and their feathery talons make it appear as if they are wearing snowshoes. And if you glimpse them in flight, you will witness a five-foot wingspan. Snowy Owls are simply majestic to behold. As nature enthusiasts flock to the shore in hopes of glimpsing these birds, Audubon experts worry about the stress these owls are facing - caused by their long journey, shortage of food and human interference. Many wonder why Snowy Owls travel south to begin with, and why their numbers are so much higher in certain years. “It’s all about food!” explains Audubon Senior Director of Education and expert birder Lauren Parmelee. “Snowy Owl numbers are closely connected to the populations of rodents in the Arctic region called lemmings. In years when there are plenty of lemmings, these owls lay more eggs and successfully raise more young to adulthood. But

when winter comes to the tundra, competition for food increases dramatically and many of the younger birds disperse beyond the boundaries of their arctic habitat.” These hungry birds will then travel a great distance looking for food and will appear on the beaches and rocky shorelines in Rhode Island and other coastal states. Please respect these visitors from the Arctic tundra. These birds are tired and stressed from their long journey. Please follow these guidelines when viewing Snowy Owls this winter. • Don’t try to creep close. Be content to view at a distance. Give Snowy Owls a space of 200 to 300 feet or more. This is not a bird you should be sneaking up on with your camera phone. Use binoculars and spotting scopes if you have them. • Try to stay as a group if there is more than one observer. Never encircle the owl. All viewers should stay on one side of the bird. • Snowy owls are powerful hunters and very capable of capturing prey – please do not try to feed them. • Don’t observe these owls for an overly long period of time. Your presence causes stress. • Spread the word about respectful birding etiquette and keeping a safe distance. You can help to ensure that these Snowy Owls have a better chance of making it home to the arctic region this spring. These birds are protected by The Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (MBTA), a United States federal law. Violations of harassment or endangerment of these birds should be immediately reported to: RI Department of Environmental Management Law Enforcement, 401-222-3070

Mass Audubon Announces Winners of 2017 Statewide Photo Contest

GRANDPRIZE Hummingbird by Bernard Creswick Mass Audubon has announced that Bernard Creswick of Raynham took top honors in its 2017 Picture This: Your Great Outdoors statewide photo contest, for his impressive photograph of a rubythroated hummingbird. Grand Prize Winner Creswick, 58, was at Mass Audubon’s Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary in Norfolk when he took his striking, “stop-action” image of the 50-wingbeats-per-second avian marvel preparing to alight on a jewelweed bush. continued next page...

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“My wife Cindy was with me and she saw the hummingbird,” he recalled of their late-August, mid-morning walk at the popular wildlife sanctuary. “I positioned myself so the sun was behind me, and got off three quick shots. Obviously, it’s an honor to win and pretty exciting to have this result. And support the work that Mass Audubon does.” The contest, now in its eighth year, again attracted hundreds of photographers of all ages and backgrounds who submitted thousands of images celebrating the natural beauty of Massachusetts and people connecting with nature. Participants competed in two age categories, Under 18 and 18 and Older. Subject areas included People in Nature, Birds, Mammals, Other Animals, Landscapes, and Plants and Fungi.

As Grand Prize winner, Creswick was awarded a $250 gift card (to be redeemed at a Mass Audubon shop or at a wildlife sanctuary), in addition to being featured in Explore, Mass Audubon’s member newsletter. Eleven other winners in specific subject and age categories were also announced and were awarded $100 gift cards; $50 gift cards will go to eight honorable mentions. Creswick took up photography at the age of 10, and it was a substantial interest until adulthood—marriage, family, career— intervened. “Then, for a long time, I was just a ‘tourist’ photographer,” he chuckled. But since his retirement from the biotech industry, and his joining a photography club, it has again become a serious avocation.

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His enthusiasm for taking photographs also gets Creswick outdoors, obviously. “I’ve always been something of a science geek, and my mom had an eye toward birds,” he said. “And my wife is a big walker.” Both are Mass Audubon members, and in addition to Stony Brook, the Creswicks have explored Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary in Sharon and Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield. “I know I got a good image of a Cooper’s hawk at Daniel Webster,” he confided, “and yes, I will be submitting it for next year’s photo contest.” Please visit www.massaudubon.org/ picturethis/ for a complete list of winners and honorable mentions and their photographs. Mass Audubon protects nearly 37,000 acres of land throughout Massachusetts, saving birds and other wildlife, and making nature accessible to all. As Massachusetts’ largest nature conservation nonprofit, we welcome more than a half million visitors a year to our wildlife sanctuaries and 20 nature centers. From inspiring hilltop views to breathtaking coastal landscapes, serene woods, and working farms, we believe in protecting our state’s natural treasures for wildlife and for all people–a vision shared in 1896 by our founders, two extraordinary Boston women. Today, Mass Audubon is a nationally recognized environmental education leader, offering thousands of camp, school, and adult programs that get over 225,000 kids and adults outdoors every year. With more than 125,000 members and supporters, we advocate on Beacon Hill and beyond, and conduct conservation research to preserve the natural heritage of our beautiful state for today’s and future generations. We welcome you to explore a nearby sanctuary, find inspiration, and get involved. Learn how at massaudubon.org

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Beckwith Teams Win Top Awards in FIRST LEGO League Qualifying Tournament

Robotics Team members and coaches with their trophies.

Two teams from D.L. Beckwith Middle School in Rehoboth traveled to Ricci Middle School in North Providence on Sat. December 9th for the FIRST ® LEGO ® League qualifying tournament. Both teams did an awesome job and brought home some awards from the event. The Savage Dabs won the Champion’s Award, the event’s top honor while The Poncho Squad won the 2nd Place Champions Award. The Savage Dabs also won the trophy for achieving the highest score on the robot game competition. To win the Champion’s Award, a team must excel in the robot design, project and the robot game while demonstrating FIRST LEGO League core values: working together as a team, honoring the spirit of friendly competition, and understanding that what they discover is more important than what they win. The Savage Dabs did just that to take home the Champion’s Award over 20 other teams. Taking the top two spots in the tournament is a tribute to the hard work that the kids put in. The Savage Dabs, coached by Mrs. Tomellini and Mr. Kenny, included Angelina Araujo, Ethan Cutler, Josh Guarino, Noah Ferreira, Alex Tomellini, Katie Vitale and Evan Watts. This team’s robot, Mittens 2.0, scored 215 points on the robot game table - 90 points ahead of the second place team. For their project they created the Hydrant Helping Hemisphere, a device to keep fire hydrants from being buried in the snow. The Poncho Squad, coached by Mr. Greenberg and Mr. Kenny, included Devin Andrade, Alex Cote, Jacob Greenberg, Jonah Hebda, Ethan Martinous, Destin Michener, and Sebastian Pickford. They came in fourth in the robot game as their robot, Da Poncho, finish the three rounds with a top score of 90 points. The Poncho Squad designed a water purification system, the Personal Water Distillation System or PWDS, and presented a working prototype to the judges.

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This is the second year that teams from Rehoboth have competed in the FIRST LEGO League qualifying tournament and we are extremely proud of their accomplishments. Both teams will be representing D. L. Beckwith Middle School at the RI State Regional Championship at Roger Williams University on January 13, 2018. The teams would like to thank Captain Pray and Firefighter Ferreira of the East Providence Fire Department, Fireman Randy from the Rehoboth Fire Department and his daughter Mandy Larrivee, and Mr. Steven Brasier of the Russell F. Tennant Attleboro Water Treatment Center for their expertise and for allowing us to visit and learn about their operations. We would also like to thank Mr. Pirraglia, Ms. Jerauld and the Beckwith staff for their support of the team throughout the year. The Ricci Middle School FIRST LEGO League qualifying tournament was the third of the season, with two additional qualifying tournaments on December 16 and December 17 . In all, 40 of the 80 teams registered for the FIRST LEGO League season will advance from the 5 qualifying tournaments to the FIRST LEGO League Rhode Island state championship on January 13, 2018, in the field house at Roger Williams University. The winner of the State Championship will compete in the FIRST World Festival in Detroit, Michigan in April. For more information on the FIRST LEGO League Rhode Island, visit www.risf.net.

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20 Days of Kindness

From November 27 through December 22nd students and staff have been encouraged to write a post-it note with a kind thought or quote on it and put it on our Kindness Board in the library. As you can see, our Board has been filled with messages that are uplifting and helpful in promoting kindness. Books with themes of kindness have been highlighted in the library as well. Students and staff have been surprising others with notes and tokens letting them know that they and kindness matter. Special thanks to Ms. McQuilkin for bringing this idea to Beckwith.

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The Reporter January 2018 Our student council members are: Alex Tomellini, Jack Griffin, Samantha Paulino, Sam DeMoura, Aliyah Barbosa, Charleigh Blackwell, Essie Stebbings, Bethany Griffin, Sabrina Marsella, Marina DePalo, Thalia Vasquez, Samantha Santos, Sophia Silva, Donny Azar, Caraline Corvi, Malakai Risotti, Lorelei Kellum, Sean Callaghan, Angelique Ferreira, Kevin Boucher, Travis Chartier, Riley D’Alessio, Brennan Silva, Keira DePalo, Jonathan Franco, TJ Levisee, Tiago Conceicao, Landis Treichler, Ella Enos, Megan Daniels, Jaiden Weremay, Louis Butler, Madison Mello, and Emily Marquis.

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The Winter Chorus and Grade 5 Percussion Concert was a wonderful showcase of talent on December 11th. Directed by Ms. Lopez, the concert featured excellent selections and performances from 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students throughout the night. Special thanks to Ms. Lopez for organizing a wonderful concert! And on December 18 our band students under the direction of Ms. Gallant put on an outstanding performance of holiday selections for the audience.

Michelle Muscatello Visits Beckwith Middle School

Michelle Muscatello from WPRI channel 12 weather visited Beckwith Middle School and presented to grade 5 students. She spoke about the roles and responsibilities of a meteorologist, specifically a meteorologist working for a television station. She also passed out weather equipment used by meteorologists and included pictures and facts in a PowerPoint presentation. Ms. Muscatello answered questions from students and shared jokes about weather to conclude the presentation. BMS would like to thank Ms. Muscatello for taking the time to visit our grade 5 students and staff.

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In the season of New Year’s resolutions, I would like to share my goal for 2018… cutting back on screen time. I understand, as a millennial, how helpful cell phones, tablets, and computers are for busy professionals… and for students. However, I also am aware of how much life is drained from us by our screens. At school, I am constantly on a device… keeping up with emails and checking my calendar (this I can justify). But at home I am also constantly on a device… checking my Fantasy Football team, Google searching people and places and news, checking sports scores, and watching videos (this is harder to justify). After working 10-12 hours constantly on a device, the last thing I should want is to look at my phone. But, alas, I check my phone while cooking dinner, while eating, watching TV, talking to my wife…yikes! The first step to quitting is admitting there is a problem. I have a problem… I’m addicted to my phone. But, am I alone? Statistics show that millennials check their phones 150 times a day on average. CNN reported, in 2016, that 50% of teens feel addicted to their phones… checking their phones right before falling asleep and as soon as waking up in the morning. It seems like my New Year’s resolution should be shared with the populace.

January 2018 If 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February, how can we ensure our goal is successful? Let’s start by making an action plan. First, I am going to identify the hours I want to cut back on cell phone usage. For me, that’s 6 pm until I fall asleep. Next, I will find a spot in my house to put my phone that I cannot easily access: my bedside table drawer. Third, I will give myself check allowances… at the top of each hour I can check my phone once for missed calls, texts, etc. Finally, I will remind myself of the things “I want to do more of” including reading, exercising, playing the guitar, and visiting my family… very important alternatives to being glued to a screen. Are we ready to do this? Join me… let’s lift our eyes from our screens and take a good look at the world we’re missing. Check in with me throughout 2018 as I try to cut back on screen time… just don’t email or text me. Happy New Year, Joe Pirraglia

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Palmer River Elementary School A Snapshot of Learning

Whooo-se Learning about Owls?

Second graders recently learned about owl adaptations. Did you know that they can turn their heads from 12 to 9 on a clock, they have one high ear and one on their neck (demonstrated by Roc F. in the photo) and they have strong talons that can even carry a deer! It was interesting to hear the different animal sounds each owl make. Some sounded like ghosts, screaming people, a train and horses! It was exciting to meet Dexter the great horned owl!

Scavenger Hunt

Every November, Room 40 goes on a town scavenger hunt. On this hunt the students find clues at local historical sites, that lead them to the next clue that is hidden around town. Pictured here, Gia Papa, Maggie Kazanjian and Riley Kazanjian (from left to right), the students found a bee box hidden at the Liberty Tree in Rehoboth. This site is known as the place where the local militia would meet to defend the town if the signal was lit that they were being invaded. This challenge is a way to get families out and learning about the important part our town played in history. Some of the sites include battle grounds, meeting places for the militia, a look out point and the longest epitaph in the United States. This is an optional activity, but a fun way to learn about history and spend time with their families on a good old scavenger hunt (at right).

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Third grade students work with Mrs. Bush during science making weather vanes of recycled materials. Proud â&#x20AC;&#x153;makersâ&#x20AC;? Madison C. and Addison H. showcase their products for you. Scavenger Hunt

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Bill and “Charlie”

Students throughout Palmer River Elementary were able to enjoy the talents and works of Bill Harley. Our younger students were invited to sing along with Bill at one of two concerts. Our older students were treated to a “Gamm Theatre” performance of “Charlie Bumpers and the Teacher of the Year” adapted and directed by Jessica Chase. (One of the actors happened to be an alumnus of Palmer River.) Thanks to PTSA and Bill Harley- we all had a memorable time!

Dance! Dance! Dance!

Students in three grades were treated to a PBIS dance party this month to celebrate all their efforts to follow schoolwide expectations. Students contributed over 100,000 bee bucks to earn the opportunity to dance with their friends to the music of “DJ Jared K” otherwise known as Mr. Kepnes. Showing us some of their best dance moves are (top) Elise D. and (bottom) Sadie N. & Dahlia C.

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“Baaa-ridge!”

These proud kindergarten student have solved the problem of “How will you get the Billy Goats Gruff to the other side?” Kindergarten students, Alex B. and Ashton S. designed and created a functioning bridge for the three billy goats!

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Students Raise $490.61 for the Rehoboth Food Pantry

Palmer River fourth grade students take their talent on the road to the local Home Depot in Seekonk. In total 60 students performed Christmas songs for the crowd and requested spare change be donated to the Rehoboth Food Pantry. Home Depot even invited Mr. and Mrs. Claus. It was a great success raising $490.61 and we all had a wonderful time!

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Our annual Holiday Gift Donations for the Seekonk Senior Center was a great success again this year. The 4th grade at Martin Elementary has been donating to the Seekonk Seniors for many years and every year the center looks forward to our donations. Many of the seniors cannot get out to get the little everyday necessities and our 4th graders were kind enough to donate many of these of things. The third graders at Martin School started a new tradition by filling stockings for the elderly residents of Evergreen Rehabilitation Center & Nursing Home in East Providence. The students and their families filled stockings with items such as toiletries, socks, puzzle books, stuffed animals, and candy canes. Over 50 stockings were delivered to Evergreen on December 23rd.

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Claim Your Dighton-Rehoboth Scholarship Money Graduates of 2017: Are you one of the 41 members of the D-R Class of 2017 who were awarded scholarships totaling $33,500 from the Citizen’s Scholarship Foundation of D-R? This is your reminder that you must claim the funds or lose them! Deadlines and Instructions Your May, 2017 instruction letter required that you submit your second-semester bill to CSF of D-R, P.O. Box 696, Rehoboth, MA 02769 (not to the High School) by the end of February, 2018. Also, you must keep your student ID number and other profile information up to date at all times. Unclaimed Scholarships Any scholarships that are not claimed in time will become void and the amount of your award will return to the Citizen’s Scholarship Foundation of D-R, in order to benefit graduates of the D-R Class of 2018. About the Scholarships Not limited to only four-year plans, these scholarships can be used for any accredited form of higher education, if it is for a standard degree or certificate of study of Career or Training Education. The earlier that the student begins the application process, the more they are considered for these scholarships. To enhance their Barrington Case chance of awards, come to our meetBarrington Christian Academy Classical ings. More information is at DightonBay View Cumberland Bishop Connolly East Providence Rehoboth.DollarsForScholars.org or Bishop Feehan LaSalle the telephone number below. Bishop Hendricken Lincoln School About the Foundation Bishop Stang Met School Foundation Members are citizens who volunteer their time and energies toward raising money for educational Arcadia Emerson scholarships. There are no paid Arizona State Fairfield employees, and many hands make Assumption Furman light work of the tasks needed for the Bentley George Washington youth of our future. Boston College Georgetown Parents of all Dighton-Rehoboth Boston University Georgia Tech students in grades 8 through 12 Brandeis Green Mountain are invited to learn how to begin Bridgewater State Harvard preparing for scholarships from the Brown Hofstra Bryant Holy Cross Citizen’s Scholarship Foundation of Catholic University Howard D-R. Come to our next meeting, in CCRI Iona the High School Administrative Office Clark James Madison Conference Room on Wednesday, Clemson Johnson and Wales January 10, at 7:00 P.M. (If you come Colby Loyola-Maryland later, you’ll still be welcomed!) Colby Sawyer Marist The students, parents, and volCollege of Charleston Marquette unteers can also contact the High Columbia Mass. College Pharmacy School Guidance Office. Daniel Webster Mass. Maritime We are a program of Dollars for Dayton New England College Scholars ®, a Scholarship America® Duke New England Tech Duquesne Northeastern organization, which is the largest national private scholarship establishment in the United States. CSF of D-R P.O. Box 696 Rehoboth MA 02769 (508) 222-5872

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As you might expect, a class at Slater Mill’s annual Knitting Weekend mini-conference is likely to deliver new skills for any knitter to build a repertoire of sweaters, scarves, throws, socks and other creations. But had you considered jewelry? Ellen Mason will travel from New Durham, New Hampshire for the fifth consecutive year to join the Knitting Weekend teacher roster on January 21. For the 2018 conference roster, Mason wanted to bring something Ellen Mason practical, in keeping with recent DIY and maker trends. Her class, Simply Addictive Jewelry Crochet, offers a chance for others to learn her satisfying and efficient method of creating beaded fiber jewelry from a platform of basic crochet techniques. “Aside from learning a cool-yet-professional new application for crochet, participants who are also retailers will learn a method for creating inventory for their festival booths and Etsy stores. DIY-ers who prefer to create and give quality hand-made gifts will also dig this class,” says Erika Davis, program director for Slater Mill. “Ellen predicts that most students will complete a piece during the session, potentially even two pieces if they get the knack of it quickly.” Mason epitomizes the Renaissance fiber artist. She earned a degree in studio art, with an emphasis on weaving, and has worked as a trim designer, illustrator, children’s clothing designer, and dyer. She includes hand knitting, machine knitting, weaving, sewing, dyeing, silk screen, crochet and design among her practices. On her bucket list, she says, is to satisfy her curiosity for exploring every fiber process in the world. Having been part of the Northeast textile scene for nearly two decades, Mason has been a favorite instructor at Slater Mill’s annual boutique knitting conference for much of that time. Her patterns are published in Berroco Portfolio Vol. 1, Slater Mill’s e-Book, Weekend Knitting from Knitting Weekend, as well as several other collections. She also offers her individual patterns on Ravelry.com. For this class, Mason will provide an assortment of threads, and she encourages students to bring other types of strands or thin wires to use experimentally. Students are also asked to bring their own beads or findings, 2-5mm, that they would like to incorporate into their jewelry-- anything through which embroidery-type thread will pass. In addition to her class, Mason will appear at Saturday’s Luncheon with the Artists event, a plated, sit-down meal and conversation with the teaching and exhibiting artists and other area guests. The luncheon takes place on January 20 in the historic second floor hall of the 1793 Old Slater Mill. Live jazz will be performed by the Steve DeConti Trio. Advanced registration is required. To purchase tickets for Ellen Mason’s class, or any other Knitting Weekend events, visit brownpapertickets.com, keywords Knitting Weekend, or call 401-725-8638 x.108. Knitting Weekend is presented with the support of R.I. State Council on the Arts, Berroco, Inc., Phyllis Kimball Johnstone Foundation, the City of Pawtucket, and the National Park Service.

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Seekonk Human Services will be closed Monday, January 1 for New Years Day and Monday, January 15 for Martin Luther King Jr.

Thank You

Seekonk Human Services would like to take the opportunity to thank all those who helped out during the holiday season. Country Kitchen for cooking Thanksgiving meals to be delivered to the homebound and those who delivered meals on Thanksgiving Day. Personal Best Karate donated and delivered over 65 baskets to Seekonk residents. The anonymous family who cooks turkey and ham for Christmas meals and delivers them. We would like to thank those who donated food, gifts, adopting families for Christmas and items needed for the holiday season. Thank you Mt. Carmel St. Vincent de Paul, The Library, Wampanoag Rod & Gun Club, East Commerce Solutions, Bay State Street Machines, and Martin School.

Essential Oils

Wednesday, January 10 at 1pm

There has never been a more important time to empower yourself with the information and tools that will bring you into the arena of sustainable wellness. The body can heal itself when supported properly through whole foods, water, daily movement and the healing power of plants. To truly be on a path to wellness, you must be wellinformed and have the necessary tools. This is where essential oils come into play. We advocate for living a life that is balanced with eating whole foods, getting proper rest and managing stress, movement, reducing toxin exposure and proactive self-care. Learn the basics: What essential oils are - The 3 ways to use them - How to use them safely and effectively. The top 10 oils that provide hundreds of solutions in every home and body!

Tech Time

Wed., January 10 at 2pm-4pm

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

Learn About Autism Spectrum Disorder (Asd)

Wednesday, January 17 at 11am

Did you know: that today in the US, 1 in 68 children are diagnosed with ASD? Approximately 100 individuals are diagnosed every day and ASD is the fastest growing serious developmental disability in the U.S. In this presentation you will learn the “Red Flags” for ASD that seen in toddlers/ preschoolers, as well as an overview of how children, teens, and adults with ASD are impacted including challenges with: communication, sensory processing social understanding and behavior issues. Presented by Jan Randall, Mom to Andrew age 32 and an Information Specialist from Community Autism Resources Inc. Lunch will be chicken casserole with dessert for $3. Activity is free of charge. Lunch must be paid for in advance.

Triad: Are You Eligible to Lower Your Taxes? Come and Find Out! Wednesday, January 24 at 11am

Are you eligible to lower your taxes? Did you know that there are tax abatements that you may eligible for? There are tax exemptions for the elderly, veterans, disabled and others! Tax exemptions are available to those who are aged 65 or older prior to July 1st. Applicant must be a resident of Massachusetts for 5 years and must occupy their

resident to be eligible. Income cannot not exceed for a single person is $24,537 and a couple is $36,806. Lunch will be meatloaf and dessert for $3. Activity is free of charge. Lunch must be paid for in advance.

Women & Infants & Breast Health

Wednesday, January 31 at 11am

Women & Infants will be coming to Seekonk Human Services to present the importance of Breast Health. The best health care doesn’t come from machinery or buildings. It comes from people. At the Breast Health Center, we combine advanced technology and the full spectrum of treatment options with the most crucial elements – specialized expertise and a compassion that guides us in all we do. Every day, it is our privilege to evaluate and, if necessary, treat, women promptly and efficiently. It’s our golden rule, and why you should choose us for your breast health care. Lunch will be Venus de Milo Soup and dessert for $3. Activity is free of charge. Lunch must be paid for in advance.

Let’s Learn Together! Searching Online

Wednesday, January 31 at 2pm

Most everything that used to be done with paper is now being put online - and YOU have to find it! If you have a tablet or laptop and want to learn more about searching the internet, this class is for you! Bring your laptop or tablet so we can review using a web browser, understanding search results, and finding reliable information for the searches you want to do. Librarian Michelle Gario will lead this 90 minute class. Please make sure your laptop is fully charged or bring your cable and charger with your device. Contact the Senior Center to register at 508-336-8772. For more information, contact Michelle Gario at the Seekonk Public Library, 508-336-8230.

Grocery Shopping Assistance “Bags”

(A program offered by human services) BAGS (Bringing Assistance with Groceries to Seniors) provides a personal shopper for frail Seekonk residents, 60 years of age or older, who are unable to shop for themselves. Human Services personnel assess the needs of the elder, review their grocery list, shop at local stores, bring home and unpack the groceries, if necessary. Elders who may be in crisis and in need of food immediately are served by the program on a priority basis. For more information, please call Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772.

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Basic Beginner

Sign Language Class

This is a signed English class. You will learn words, sentences and choruses. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm for 10 weeks starting January 23, 2018 through March 27, 2018. Please contact Nancy Smutek to sign up for class or if you have any questions, 508-336-9547

Exploration Wednesdays

• Valentine’s Day Celebration • TRIAD *Be on the lookout in the February newsletter for the activities and luncheons.

Chair Yoga

Mondays & Wednesdays 10am - 10:50am

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

Knitting for the Needy Mondays at 12:30pm

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

Free Tax Preperation

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, will be preparing taxes at Seekonk Human Services on Thursdays from February 1-April 12 from 9:00am - 11:00 am. Appointments can be made by calling Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772.

Circuit Breaker

What is the Circuit Breaker Tax Credit? The Circuit Breaker Tax Credit is a state income tax credit for eligible Massachusetts residents age 65 or older who paid rent or real estate taxes during the tax year. The credit is for senior homeowners and renters who meet income limits and other eligibility requirements. Homeowners may claim the credit if they paid more than 10% of their total income for real estate taxes, including water charges. Renter can count 25% of their rent as real estate tax payments. You must file a state income tax return to claim the Circuit Breaker Credit, whether or not you have to file other-wise. If your credit is greater than the amount of income taxes you owe, the state will give you a refund for the different. That maximum credit for tax year 2016 is $1070.

Am I eligible?

The Circuit Breaker Tax Credit is for low and moderate income seniors whose real estate tax payments are greater than 10% of their income. Homeowners and renters can claim the credit. Income Guidelines: • $57,000 single • $71,000 head of household • $86,000 married filing jointly *Total income includes some types of non-taxable income, such as social security, retirement, pensions and annuities, cash public assistance, tax-exempt interest and dividends, and certain other income. To Qualify: • You or your spouse must be 65 or older by the end of the year • If married, you must file jointly • You must rent/own a home in MA that is your primary residence • Your property’s assessed value can’t exceed $691,000 by January 1, 2012 • If you’re a renter you can’t be getting federal/state rent subsidy and your landlord must pay property taxes

Fuel Assistance

If you had fuel assistance last year, be on the look-out for your application. File the application as soon as you get it. If you have never had fuel assistance and would like to apply or if you need help filing your application, please call Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772 to make an appointment with the Outreach Department. Fuel Assistance begins November 1st. Income Guidelines: Maximum income for 1 person is $34,380, for 2 people is $44,958, for 3 people is $55,537, and for 4 people is $66,115. Income includes your social security, pensions and any interest income. Everyone must include picture ID and social security cards. Needed Documents: Proof of income: • 4 consecutive pay stubs • Social Security Award Letter or 1099 • Pension (Current 1099) • Interest Dividends (1099) • List of everyone in household plus their income • Food Stamps—copy of verification Homeowner’s must include: • Mortgage statement • Real estate tax bill • Insurance bill • Recent copy of electric bill and gas/oil bill Renters Include: • Rent receipt • Recent copy of electric bill and gas/ oil bills

Two Safety Measure One Priority

The Bristol Count Sherriff, Thomas Hodgson, is offering the “R.U.O.K?” program. Calls are placed to seniors, disabled persons, and shut-ins at the same time each day to check on the wellbeing of the indi-

vidual. After a second call if no one answer, Emergency responders will be dispatched to check in on the person. Applications are available at Seekonk Human Services, or by calling 774-628-0030. FREE File of Life Folders are available at Seekonk Human Services. These folders are designed to be kept on your refrigerator as an alert to emergency medical personnel of your medical information during an emergency situation. These files could save your life or the life of a loved one. Pick up yours today!

Zumba Mondays at 1pm

Melissa Nelson will be instructing. Zumba is an aerobic fitness program featuring movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance. This is fun way to burn calories and stay in shape.

Nutritional Meals Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11:30am

Seekonk Human Services offers nutritional meals for $2 each. The menu will be available at Seekonk Human Services. Sign up is required for this as the meals are brought in from an outside agency.

Bingo Update Thursdays At 1pm

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

Silver Sneakers Tues. & Thurs. 10am - 10:45am

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

Mahjong Wednesdays At 1pm

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

Cribbage Thursdays 1pm to 3pm

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

Advanced Floor Yoga Fridays 9am - 10am

This class is a Vinyasa practice that is taught at a slower pace to help students find beneficial alignment and nourishment in each pose. This a truly a practice for all and will leave you feeling energized and centered. Class is $5.

Tai Chi Fridays 10:15am – 11am

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

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Riding Dial-A-Ride is Easy: To be considered for Dial-A-Ride service, customers must completed GATRA’s Statewide Access Pass and ADA Paratransit Eligibility Application form and/or a Senior Application. BEFORE CALLING, HAVE YOUR TRIP INFORMATION READY. Exact address and requested travel times are required. The day before your travel date, please call the office to check your pick up times. We ask that you call the office between 4:30pm and 6:00pm Monday through Friday, and between 9am and 6pm on Saturday. Making a Reservation: Make your reservation Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Dial-A– Ride Service Area: The Seekonk Dial-A-Ride service takes riders to the following towns ONLY: • Rehoboth • Plainville (Thursday 10am to 2pm ONLY) • Attleboro (Thursday 10am to 2pm ONLY) • North Attleboro (Thursday 10am to 2pm ONLY) • East Providence, North Providence, Pawtucket, Providence (Mon., Wed., & Fri.)

Tax-Aide offers free tax-filing help to those who need it most. And, as our current volunteers tell us, you’ll not only learn new skills, but also get a great feeling from helping someone else. Go to the AARP website http://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/ And click on “Sign Up” Or call AARP at 1-888-687-2277

Newman YMCA*

$3 fee per class for the following classes

• Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Exercise: Monday, Wednesday, Friday @ 9am • Aqua Aerobics: Monday, Wednesday Friday @ 9:45am *Must be a Seekonk Resident

Seekonk Senior Shopping Day By GATRA (800) 483-2500

Tuesdays from 10:15am to 11:30am

GATRA will go to WalMart, Stop & Shop and Pricerite in Seekonk. Please call GATRA to schedule your shopping day.

2018 TRIPS

Newport Playhouse Wednesday, March 21, 2018

Depart: 10am Return: 5pm Cost: $60 per person (driver gratuity included) Newport Playhouse, “Remember Me.” Written by Sam Bobrick. Directed by Daniel Lee White. A couple in the mid-forties to early fifties, who have a happy but tired marriage, find themselves examining their relationship after woman's college boyfriend shows up... or doesn't. Enjoy the delicious lunch buffet which includes dessert. After the play enjoy the cabaret. You are in for a laugh! Trip sign up and 50% deposit is due at the time of sign up in person, no phone call sign ups. **Residents must sign up by February 10th. None residents can begin signing up on February 15th** *Please note: All trips leave from Seekonk Human Services unless otherwise noted. 50% deposit is required at sign up and final payment must be made two weeks prior to trip. Checks are to be made payable to the Town of Seekonk. To ensure trips are not cancelled please sign up one month prior to trip at the latest in order to give the tour company an accurate count. For any information regarding trips please contact Seekonk Human Services at 508336-8772. Please utilized the Knights of Columbus parking lot first**

Men’s Breakfast

Toti’s Restaurant Thursday, January 11at 9:30am

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

Balance -- Memory -- Weight

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

AARP Is Looking for Volunteers

AARP is looking for compassionate and friendly individuals to join their team of local volunteers for the upcoming 2018 tax season. You’ll receive training and continued support in a welcoming environment. With the help of people like you, AARP Foundation

Strength After Breast Cancer Exercise Program At Sturdy Memorial Hospital

If you or a loved one are a breast cancer survivor, you may be interested in Sturdy Memorial Hospital’s program, Strength After Breast Cancer (Strength ABC). This four week program is a series of gradual exercise classes for women who are at risk for developing lymphedema or who have stable lymphedema as a result of breast cancer treatment. Strength ABC is based upon the Physical Activity and Lymphedema (PAL) Trial which identified that gradual weight lifting can help reduce the occurrence of developing lymphedema. Strength ABC can also aid in preventing the decline in activities of daily living that can be a result of cancer treatments, while also helping to improve body image. Classes are taught by Exercise Program Coordinator, Sherri-Lee Cahill, MS, in the Cardiac Pulmonary Exercise Facility at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. Evaluations for eligibility are conducted by Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Nancy Hardy, OTR/L, CLT-LANA. The cost is $60.00 for the four week program. Please call 508-236-7348 for more information.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital Opens Outpatient Pharmacy

For the convenience of our patients, Sturdy Memorial Hospital recently opened an outpatient pharmacy which allows patients to easily fill their prescriptions before leaving the hospital. Inpatients may ask their care providers to fill needed prescriptions prior to discharge. This makes the transition home or to a care facility seamless and hassle-free. For those undergoing a surgical procedure, whether overnight or same-day, our outpatient pharmacy staff is available to assist and have prescriptions ready for our patients. We welcome the general public to use our hospital as their pharmacy for both filling and refilling medications. The outpatient pharmacy is conveniently located on the first floor. Patients can enter through the Surgical Day Care entrance. There are dedicated parking spots available for those visiting the pharmacy. The outpatient pharmacy accepts most insurance plans and is a licensed retail pharmacy. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications are available for purchase as well. Pharmacy staff can easily transfer prescriptions from your current pharmacy. The pharmacy can be reached at 508-236-7621. The fax number is 508-236-7624.

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Rehoboth Council on Aging

A Municipal Department of the Town

55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769

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

Special Announcements

The COA will be closed Monday January 1st and Monday January 15th. Happy New Year!! • We are still in need of cotton or flannel fabric for our pillowcase project. • We are donating baby stuff to new moms at Sturdy Hospital. So if you love to knit, crochet, and/or sew and would like to make extra items, we can add them to the donations.

Core Class Tuesdays at 2:00pm

The class will be taught by Karen Damiecki. Karen is our Yoga instructor. All are welcome to join the class. This class is designed for those who want to increase strength, flexibility, balance and endurance using light weights, low-impact cardio, a resistance band, balls and chairs. Below are some of the benefits of the class: • Renewed energy and endurance • Enhanced flexibility and balance • Decreased joint and back pain • Better circulation • Reduced depression and anxiety • Improved sleep • Lower blood pressure • Improved cognitive skills

COA Corner

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

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

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 and coffee for $.25. 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.

Men’s Morning Coffee Fridays at 9:00 AM

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

Card Games

Calling All Card Players

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

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

Knitting and Crochet Group Fridays at 10:00 AM

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.

Ladies Sewing and Quilting Guild Tuesdays at 10:30 AM

This is our charitable sewing group. We will still be making pillowcases, baby blankets & quilts, dresses for “Dress a Girl around the World.” No experience necessary.

Blood Pressure & 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.

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Gert’s Café

Mondays at 12:00 PM Lunch is served at Gert’s Café. Stop in and enjoy a delicious lunch for the bargain price of a $3.00 donation. Please sign up.

Soup’s On

Tuesdays 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.

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Tai Chi Classes

Tuesdays At 9:00 am

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

Line Dancing Classes Tuesdays at 10:00 AM

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

Core Class

Tuesdays at 2:00 PM

This class is designed for those who want to increase strength, flexibility, balance and endurance using light weights, low-impact cardio, a resistance band, balls and chairs. Cost $3.00

Chair Yoga Exercise Classes Thursdays at 9:00 AM

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

Zumba

Thursdays at 10:00 AM

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

Meals on Wheels

Please contact Bristol Elders at (508) 675-2101 for information.

The Best Is Yet to Come

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

Senior Citizens Club

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

The Friends of The Elderly

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

Veterans’ Information & Benefits

Veterans Service Officer, Jake Kramer, can help you. Call 508252-4467 for an appointment as needed. Office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 AM to – 4:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to Noon.

Important Information About Joining Activities

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

COA Bulletin Post On Community Information:

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

S.H.I.N.E / OUTREACH

The COA’s Outreach/SHINE worker Bradley Marshall is available Mondays thru Wednesdays 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM and Thursdays 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM to assist you with social service needs such as; fuel, food, housing, medical insurance, and intervention help. Please call for an appointment at 508-252-3372. Reminder: SNAP (Nutrition Program – Food Stamps) benefits can be applied for through this office. Please call for particulars on how to apply. Don’t decide whether to buy medication, pay bills or food for the table. Call Bradley Marshall to discuss areas he can help you with. Reminder: State Fuel Assistance for 2017-2018 winter season will be sending out your re-applications forms to be completed as sent back in for the winter fuel allotment. When you receive yours you can complete it on your own or contact this office for assistance to insure the form is completed correctly at the highest level assistance available. For additional questions for this service please call Bradley Marshall who can answer questions and help guide you in preparation of for the new application year which begins November. New Applications will be available after October 9th in this office so please call for an appointment. If you are low on heating fuel – ¼ tank or less – Call the Outreach Office – Bradley Marshall – to see if you qualify for emergency assistance.

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Serving Health Information Needs of Elders

Open Enrollment has closed for Medicare but you could still be able to enroll under special enrollments. Please call Bradley Marshall for more information

What’s New for Medicare in 2018

It’s never too early to look ahead to some of the major changes to expect for Medicare in 2018, such as changes in cost, coverage, and enrollment periods. Here are some of the most important updates to Medicare next year: Medicare Cost and Coverage • The standard Medicare Part B monthly premium and deductibles for 2018 won’t change from $134 (premium) and $183 (deductible). However, because of the size of the 2018 Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), approximately 42% of Medicare beneficiaries who were held harmless against the rising annual costs of Medicare in past years will see an increase up to $134. • In addition, there have been changes to the Part B surcharge for individuals and couples with higher incomes, specifically if your income is at or above $133,501 or if you’re married with joint income above $267,001. • Medicare Part A impatient hospital deductibles will also increase in 2018, going up $24 to $1,340.

New Medicare Cards

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will begin issuing new Medicare cards in April 2018 that no longer include your Social Security numbers. The Social Security numbers will be replaced by a new Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI). The cards will be mailed to your address on file with the Social Security Administration, so make sure your contact information is accurate. It will take 12 months to mail new cards to all Medicare beneficiaries. During this time, keep in mind that Medicare will never request personal or private information, so be wary of anyone contacting you about the new card or MBI. Once you receive your new card, destroy the old card immediately. Special Enrollment Periods and Extensions • Disaster Special Enrollment – Medicare beneficiaries in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands affected by the fall hurricanes and beneficiaries in the FEMAdeclared emergency and major disaster areas of California may be eligible for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) that runs through March 31, 2018. Contact Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 or visit a local Social Security office to make an enrollment request due to weather-related events. • Part B Equitable Relief – If you delayed enrolling in Medicare Part B so you could

stay in an Affordable Care Act Marketplace Qualified Health Plan (QHP), you may be able to enroll in Medicare Part B without penalty or with a reduced late enrollment penalty. You may be eligible for this equitable relief if you are enrolled in a QHP and you are enrolled in a premium-free Part A, AND your initial enrollment period (IEP) began April 1, 2013 or later OR if you were notified of retroactive premium-free Part A on October 2, 2013 or later. You have until Sept. 30, 2018 to request equitable relief from the Social Security Administration. • Changes Based on Star Rating – Medicare uses a star rating system to measure how Medicare Advantage and Part D plans perform. You can switch to a five-star rated Medicare Advantage Plan, Medicare Cost Plan, or Part D plan (if one is available in your area) once per year outside of annual open enrollment (Dec. 8 – Nov. 30). People in consistently low-performing Medicare Advantage or Part D plans (lower than three-star for three consecutive years) can request a Special Enrollment Period to enroll in a higher star rated plan throughout the year.

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Senior Holiday Dinner a Great Success

Senior Holiday Dinner Many thanks go to our sponsors and volunteers who served a traditional Turkey dinner to more than 100 seniors on Dec. 3 at Hillside CC. Pictured here are some of those who took time to help, including members of the Eastern Star Masons, D-R Leo’s, the Rehoboth Anawan Lions and the Rehoboth Lions. Big thank you to Post 302 American Legion, Propane Plus and Hillside C.C. for their generous contributions to make this event a success.

Breakfast with Santa at the Rehoboth COA

Santa arriving at the Senior Center for Breakfast with Santa sponsored by Rehoboth Triad.

Santa with Baby Santa, Philip Sherman 4 months old, grandson of Linna Sherman

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The Emergency Care Center at Sturdy Memorial Hospital Offers Winter Safety Tips

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The Emergency Care Center (ECC) staff at Sturdy Memorial Hospital would like to provide some information on staying safe and healthy this winter. Though many may be focusing on how to stay warm, there are safety precautions that everyone should be taking in these winter months. Here are some winter safety and health tips from the ECC and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to follow this winter: Stay warm and dress properly for the weather. Make sure exposed skin is covered, especially in young children because their skin is more sensitive. Wear layers of clothing and a hat to keep your body insulated. Wear the proper footwear to avoid falls. Footwear is your best tool in preventing falls; high heels and shoes with slick soles can make you slip and fall. Instead, wear properly fitting, sturdy shoes/ boots with non-skid, slip resistant soles. Sleep Hygiene. Good sleep habits and regular sleep, or sleep hygiene, are key parts to keeping yourself healthy.

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January 2018 The Reporter Be sure to go to bed at the same time each night, rise at the same time each morning and avoid large meals before bedtime. Drive safe. With the snow and ice creating already unfavorable driving conditions, driving while drowsy can be even more dangerous. Lack of sleep is responsible for motor vehicle crashes causing injury and disability each year. Be sure to get the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep each night, drive cautiously, and warm-up your car each morning so ice on the windshield doesn’t obstruct your view. Insufficient sleep is associated with a number of chronic diseases and conditions – such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and depression.

IN MEMORIAM Rehoboth Robert C. Inman, 48, of Rehoboth, died peacefully on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. Jean M. Grover, 82, of Rehoboth, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2017. Ruth V. Sherman, 89, of Rehoboth, MA, formerly of Riverside, RI, passed away on December 3, 2017. Imelda “Mel” Elizabeth (Coutu) Bliss, 77, of Rehoboth, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital to Host Free Information Session on Surgical Weight Loss Options

Seekonk Victor A. Szala, Sr., 77, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, November 29, 2017.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital’s Wellness Weight Management Program is hosting a FREE information session on surgical weight loss options on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 from 6 - 8pm in Conference Room H located near the Main Lobby of the Hospital. Sturdy Memorial Hospital has developed a comprehensive Wellness Weight Management Program specializing in individualized, medically supervised programs for diet, exercise and medically appropriate non-surgical interventions. For patients who may be appropriate for surgical options, Sturdy has formed a relationship with Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Join Scott A. Shikora, MD, Director of the nationally accredited Center for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, as he discusses how weight loss surgery can help you achieve a healthier, more active life. You will learn about the different surgical procedures, insurance coverage, diet changes and much more. If diet and exercise have not worked, or you’ve developed life-threatening medical conditions because of excess weight, it may be time to consider weight loss surgery. Sign up today! To register, please call 508-236-8019. To register online, visit www. sturdymemorial.org/events.

Richard A. “Dick” Vermette, 73, of Seekonk, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Dec. 1, 2017.

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Harold Jencks Hubbard, 97, a resident of Seekonk most of his life, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017 at the Brookdale Sakonnet Bay Senior Living in Tiverton, R.I. Mark David Wolfenden, 61, of Seekonk, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Dec. 11, 2017 in Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Attleboro. Mildred “Ann” (Maguire) St. Laurent, 83, a 62-year resident of Seekonk, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017 with family by her side.

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Dining Guide Spoon Up Tradition

(Family Features) When cooler temperatures call for something to warm you up, good, old-fashioned soups and stews may be just what you need. You can create delicious, steaming pots that taste like they’re straight out of mom’s kitchen with flavorful, convenient ingredients such as Aunt Nellie’s Pickled Beets and READ Salads to help streamline preparation. With these contemporary recipes, you’re in and out of the kitchen in under an hour without any long simmering required. Find more recipes to warm yourself from the inside out at AuntNellies.com and READsalads.com.

Bacon-Apple Red Cabbage Soup

Prep time: 15 minutes - Cook time: 20 minutes - Servings: 4 Ingredients:

• 2 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped • 1 medium red onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage, not drained • 2 cups low-sodium, fat-free chicken or vegetable broth • 1 medium apple, chopped (about 1 cup), plus optional garnish • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice (optional) • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional) • plain yogurt or sour cream (optional) • crumbled cooked bacon (optional)

Directions:

In large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook bacon 2-3 minutes, or until cooked through and crisp. Remove bacon from skillet; reserve. Drain drippings; return 1 tablespoon to pan; discard remaining drippings. Add onion to pan. Cook about 2 minutes, until tender, stirring frequently. Add garlic; cook and stir about 30 seconds. Add red cabbage and liquid from jar, broth and chopped apple. Stir in cinnamon, allspice and cloves. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Add water, 1/2 cup at a time, if soup is too thick. Add bacon to pan. Continue simmering about 3-5 minutes, until apples are tender and soup reaches desired consistency. Spoon into bowl. Garnish with apples, yogurt and crumbled bacon, if desired.

German Potato Salad Soup

Prep time: 15 minutes - Cook time: 15 minutes - Servings: 4 Ingredients:

• 1 cup chopped onion • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 2 cans (15 ounces each) READ German Potato Salad, chopped • 1 bottle (12 ounces) light beer

• 3/4 cup reduced-sodium, fat- free chicken broth • 6 ounces (1 cup) diced ham, smoked turkey or sliced smoked sausage (optional) • 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley • rye croutons (optional) • crumbled bacon (optional)

Directions:

In Dutch oven or 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, cook onion and bell pepper in oil until onion starts to brown, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add potato salad, beer, broth and meat, if desired, and stir to combine. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt, if desired, pepper and parsley. Serve topped with rye croutons and bacon, if desired.

Rustic Vegetable Beet Soup

Prep time: 30 minutes - Cook time: 15 minutes - Servings: 6 Ingredients:

• 1 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Whole Pickled Beets, drained • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped • 2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped • 1 m e d i u m s w e e t potato, peeled and chopped • 2 large cloves garlic, minced • 2 zucchinis (about 5 ounces each), coarsely chopped • 2 cans (about 14 ounces each) vegetable broth • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (optional) • 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed • salt, to taste • pepper, to taste • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill • Gremolata (optional) Gremolata: • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley • 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel • Coarsely chop beets; set aside.

Directions:

In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook about 5 minutes, or until softened. Add carrots, sweet potato and garlic. Cook 3-5 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally.

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add to stew during last 2-3 minutes of cooking to prevent overcooking. Orange zest can be used instead of lime zest, if desired. Recipe can be doubled.

Tex-Mex Bean & Butternut Squash Stew

Prep time: 30 minutes - Cook time: 10 minutes - Servings: 4

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Stew: • 1 can (15 ounces) READ Southwestern Bean Salad, divided • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder • 1 clove garlic, chopped • 2 cups cubed or chopped butternut squash, fresh or frozen (about 1/2- 3/4-inch pieces) • 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth • 1 teaspoon lime zest, plus additional for garnish (optional) Chipotle-Lime Crema • chopped cilantro (optional) • Chipotle-Lime Crema: • 1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt or sour cream • 1 teaspoon lime zest • 1/8 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

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Directions:

To prepare stew: Place half of canned bean salad, cumin, chili powder and garlic into bowl of food processor. Puree until blended but still slightly chunky. Add remaining bean salad to large saucepan. Stir in butternut squash, tomatoes, broth, pureed bean salad mixture and lime zest. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, or until squash is tender and stew reaches desired thickness. To prepare crema: In small bowl, combine yogurt, lime zest and chili powder. Serve topped with Chipotle-Lime Crema, cilantro and lime zest, if desired. Notes: If using frozen butternut squash,

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