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performances, rose sales, a cake decorating contest, and more. Ice carvings will decorate the streets of downtown Putnam with both pre-carved ice blocks and live demonstrations. Throughout the day, patrons can watch as 300-pound ice blocks are transformed into a variety of shapes and figures – all sponsored by local businesses. Watch as professional, amateur and group carvers create their masterpieces, from noon to 5:00 PM, , with an awards ceremony at 6:00 PM at the Congregational Church of Putnam on Main Street.

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Ice Matters, a full service professional ice-carving company in Cheshire, CT, will supply all of the ice blocks and will have their own live ice carving demonstration sponsored by Putnam Ford at 1:30 PM on the patio of 85 Main. Other not-to-be-missed carvings include: event-inspired photo opportunities, sand art community sculpture, a unicorn, a golf bag, and more. For 2019 adult patrons, SKYY Vodka will be returning with their Ice Bar Sponsorship outside The Courthouse Bar and Grille. Rumple Minze specialty drinks will be poured off the Ice Luges featured at The Crossings Restaurant and Brew Pub, Jessica Tuesday’s and Someplace Special sponsored by Hartley and Parker. 85 Main will be serving up its own mixture of adult beverages and icy creations sponsored by Ketle One.

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Despite the icy February weather, there will be plenty of ways to keep warm with dinner and drink specials available at local restaurants and --new this year --- a 30-foot inflatable ice igloo. Anna and Elsa will be

available from 12:00 to 4:00 PM inside the igloo for a meet and greet, as well as a stilt-walking fire princess roaming around the outside of the igloo, sponsored by Gerardi Insurance Services, for great unique family photo opportunities. The festival also invites newcomers to discover the many shops and galleries of Putnam. The Congregational Church of Putnam will be a hot spot of activity throughout the event, featuring roaring fire pits and free hot chocolate. The church will also feature a special cake contest, aptly titled, “Love is in the Air.” Professional and novice bakers from around the area will be showing off their culinary masterpieces. All entrants will be judged based on originality, best flavor and artistic creation. Submissions are accepted, the application available on www. discoverputnam.com. In keeping with the romantic feel of the day, roses, candy bars, with special Discover Putnam prizes and wine glasses, hand- painted for Fire and Ice by Be Charming by Kaila, will also be available for purchase from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at the church.

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As the sun goes down at the Fire & Ice Festival, fire torches will fill downtown Putnam with an ambient glow. The ice sculpture masterpieces will be lit with color effects. Adding to the spectacle of the festival, visitors will be wowed by fire-dancing performances from Sasha the Fire Gypsy. Courtesy of sponsor Byrnes Agency, performances will take place at 6:15, 7:15 and 8:15 PM with Sasha combining choreography, theatrics, acrobatics, and dance with speed, difficulty, and excitement.

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It is sure to be another impressive day of ice carvings, fire performances, and so much more! Parking is free and available in the municipal lots around town and Kennedy Drive. To learn more about Fire & Ice, or for more on how to participate, either as a carver, a volunteer, a cake contest participant, or as a visitor to this unique festival, visit www.discoverputnam.com.

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Two seatings are available: 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $14; Harrington Auxiliary, established tickets for children age 4 to 12 are in 1932, is a non-profit organization of dedicated and impassioned $5. volunteers whose mission is to Advance tickets are available at support and enhance the excellent Harrington Volunteer Services. services provided by the Harrington Checks should be payable to HH HealthCare System. Auxiliary.

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Love is In the Air Find great date ideas, gifts, dining and romantic inspiration in our special Valentine’s Day section. It’s your guide to planning the perfect Valentine’s Day and beyond!

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Millions of people eagerly await the arrival of the shortest month of the year for the opportunity to show their spouses, girlfriends, boyfriends, companions, and many other special people in their lives how much they are loved. Even though Valentine’s Day is just one day a year, that doesn’t mean it should be the only time one expresses his or her love for a special someone.

February 10: Teddy Day This day can be interpreted in different ways. Couples adding spice to their relationships can celebrate Teddy Day with the lingerie of the same name. Those looking for a more G-rated experience can gift each other with an adorable stuffed bear. Makeyour-own stuffed animal retailers at nearby malls are a place to turn for customizable teddy bears.

With this in mind, individuals can count down the days to Valentine’s Day with these daily events that precede the day of love.

February 11: Promise Day Promise Day provides an opportunity to make promises to each other that are specific to couples’ relationships. These can include being more patient, traveling more or spending more time together.

February 7: Rose Day Celebrate love with a vase filled with roses. Red symbolizes love, and many other colors represent heartfelt emotions. The flowers will add to home decor and ambiance.

February 12: Hug Day On this day the world celebrates the uplifting and comforting power February 8: Proposal Day of hugs, which can be powerful Couples ready to tie the knot can expressions of love. use this day as an opportunity to propose. Those already engaged or February 13: Kiss Day married can spend Proposal Day Couples can pucker up and spend celebrating the events that led up to a few extra moments showing their their own engagement or betrothal, affection with some kisses. The lips and toast how their relationships are quite sensitive to touch, and have evolved. kissing is one of the more renowned expressions of intimacy. February 9: Chocolate Day Lavish a loved one with all the Show love all week long leading up decadent treats they enjoy. These to Valentine’s Day.

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Roses are a popular gift on Valentine’s Day. When accompanied by a box of chocolates, a bouquet of long-stemmed roses is sure to make a sweetheart smile on February 14.

• Yellow: Yellow roses say “We’re friends and I care about you.” Joy, gladness, friendship, delight, and remembrance are just a few of the sentiments yellow conveys.

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• Red: Red roses say “I love you.” Red is symbolic of love, especially • Peach: Peach symbolizes romantic love. Red also symbolizes intimacy, telling a lover, “Let’s beauty, courage and respect. make this a memorable Valentine’s Day.” • Pink: Pink is a popular color on Valentine’s Day, but sweethearts Different color roses say different should know that pink roses say things, meaning Valentine’s Day “Thank you,” which makes them a celebrants can find a rose to convey better choice for friends than lovers. any message they hope to send this February 14.

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February 7th Book Discussion DUDLEY - Please join the Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library on Thursday, February 7 from 6pm to 7pm for a Book Discussion. The night’s discussion will be “Valiant Ambition: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution” by Nathaniel Philbrick. Books are available at circulation desk one month prior to meeting. No registration. In the Local History Room. Contact 508949-8021 or email pearle@cwmars. org. Dudley Women’s Club February 2019 Meeting DUDLEY - On February 7, 2019 the Dudley Woman’s Club will hold its fifth annual “Stew & the Story of Giving” meeting in the function room of Sinni’s Pub, Chase Avenue, Dudley, MA at 6:30 PM. A special evening awaits as we welcome representatives from many of the charities we support to share savory stews and their stories of giving. Among the participants this year are Brake the Silence, Webster/Dudley Food Share and Phoenix Rising. Members willing to bring a stew/soup/ bread/dessert/paper goods/etc. are asked to send an email to DudleyWomansClub@gmail.com . Members/guests are also asked to voluntarily bring gently used clothing or accessories for Dress For Success. The Dudley Woman’s Club is open to all women from Dudley and surrounding towns, and we welcome your attendance. Join us for this fun and warm evening, be our guest and discover what our Woman’s Club is all about. For more information please send an email to DudleyWomansClub@gmail.com, contact Andrea at 508-868-7110 or visit our website: http://DudleyWomansClub.org.

9pm for the 9th Annual Fire & Ice Festival. The largest single ice-block competition in the United States, with more than five dozen ice carvings, ice demonstations, ice bar, and ice luges. There will also be a cake contest, a thirty foot inflatable igloo, Anna and Elsa meet and greet, a stilt-walking fire princess, glowing fire torches, fire-dancing performances, rose sales, and more, the Ninth Annual Festival can’t be missed! This is a free event, open to all. No experience necessary to enter contests. Prizes awarded. Visit www.discoverputnam.com for more info!

“Winter Palette” Artists Reception WEBSTER - An artists reception for “Winter Palette”, a group art show and sale featuring local artists in various media including photography, painting, drawing and mixed media will take place on Saturday, February 9 from 2pm to 4pm at Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main Street, Webster. Free and open to the public with light refreshments.

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February 13th Monthly Writers Group WEBSTER - The monthly writers group will meet on Wednesday, February 13 from 5pm to 7pm at Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main Street, Webster. Free. Open to all genres and styles. Bring a piece to share or just come listen and oﬀer feedback. Call 508-949-6232 to register.

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February 16th Roast Turkey Dinner DUDLEY - The First Congregational Church of Dudley, 135 Center Rd. is having a Roast Turkey Dinner on February 16, 2019. Come and enjoy food and fellowship with friends and neighbors. The menu will include: Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Stuﬀing, Turnip, Butternut Squash, and Cranberry Sauce. Dessert will be Pumpkin Squares. Servings will be at 5pm AND 6:15pm. Adults: $12, Preteens: $6. Children 5 and under FREE. Handicapped accessible. For Reservations CALL 508-943-7320, When prompted press *2. Leave the time of the seating you want, your name, telephone # and the number in your party. Call backs will only be made if there is a question about your reservation. We look forward to seeing you!

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