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My name is Caliana and I'm much too pretty for my cage. Some people say I look like a miniature bobcat with my black-tipped ears, but I think my sparkling green eyes are my finest feature. I'm nine years old AND I still have all nine of my lives - you'll see how fit I am when you play with me! If my playmates are children, I purrfur them to be older and human. Other animals really, really aren't my cup of milk. I hope I don't have to respect yours too much though, because I love to nuzzle up against your legs when you'll let me and I insist that you pet me on a regular basis. You won't be able to resist when you feel how soft I am. If you think we're a match, come see me and let me choose you fur life. The CCC is in need of supplies, especially litter (Scoop Away), bleach, laundry detergent, dry and wet cat and kitten food (Purina/Friskies), paper towels, trash bags, and treats! Any help is very much appreciated! We are located at 289 Thompson Road in Webster and are open Thursday through Sunday 12pm-3:30pm. You can see more of our adoptable cats on Petfinder and Adopt-a-pet and we would love it if you would follow us and share our kitties on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com /pages/Community-Cat Connection/18375625177438. Please email us at info@ccatconnect.org for any questions!
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After twenty years I have sold Rollie’s Variety and decided to retire from the business, embark on my next adventure and enjoy the fruits of my labor. I want to really thank you all and tell you how much I’ve appreciated your business and loyalty for the past two decades. To me, you’re more than customers; you’ve become friends. I sincerely hope the feeling is mutual. The same friendly faces you’ve become accustomed to will be remaining, so why not stop in and introduce yourself to Gary, the new boss. I truly expect you will receive the same friendly, courteous and fair service that has become a Rollie’s tradition over the years.
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(StatePoint) Building a new home? Overhauling an existing one? Here are three renovation ideas that will add beauty and value.
Expand Your Living Space Don’t let that basement sit unfinished and unused. Substantially expand your home’s livable areas by turning your attention to the bottom floor. Finishing a basement is an involved project, potentially requiring electrical and plumbing work, insulation, drywall and more -- but the end result is worth the effort and expense. What’s more, some of the less technical aspects of this renovation could even be DIY-ed. Before getting started, consider what type of space would most benefit your household long-term. You may even be able to recoup some cost of the investment. For example, turning your basement into an at-home fitness center means ditching the costly gym membership. Want to reduce time and money on your commute? Your basement may just make an ideal home office. Add a Focal Point Is your interior design in need of a little something? The right eye-catching elements can make a room pop while adding vitality to your living spaces. A fireplace, for example, adds ambiance and comfort while also creating a natural gathering space. from Heat & Glo offers the convenience of gas without the glass, giving homeowners an unobscured view of the flames against the traditional brick What’s more, new models pair the charm of a traditional open-front or fade-resistant reflective black glass liner. An optional Bluetooth speaker fireplace with the design flexibility of gas models. The Phoenix TrueView system allows one to hear the fire as well as see it -- making it a focal point for the ears as well as the eyes.
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the BaSICS of mulChInG Mulch is available in various forms. Like other land and garden products, mulch can go a long way toward helping plants thrive. Mulch comprises just about any material that is spread over the surface of soil. Its purpose is primarily to help soil retain moisture. In addition, mulch can staunch weed growth, keep soil cool, improve the aesthetics of garden beds, and even improve soil nutrient composition. When the right mulch is chosen, it can reduce the amount of time homeowners spend watering and weeding their gardens and insulate plants from dramatic changes in weather.
contain beneficial microorganisms that can fight against plant diseases. Inorganic mulches may be made of stones, landscape fabrics and plastic. Both types will need to be amended or replaced as they degrade. Those who want the most environmentally-friendly mulching materials can choose all-natural mulches instead of synthetic alternatives. To work effectively, mulch should be applied in a two- to three-inch layer of material, state the experts at Old World Garden Farms. This is the ideal amount to retain soil moisture and suppress weed growth without choking plants. Also, mulch that is too thick may make it impossible for water to penetrate, or it may prevent the soil from airing out, causing continuously wet conditions that lead to root and stem rot.
Gardeners may not realize that mulch also can prevent garden soil from becoming overly compacted, according to HGTV. This can mean beneficial earthworms can move easily through the soil, creating channels for water and depositing their nutrient-rich waste products.
The University of Connecticut Home & Garden Education Center says mulch should not be placed directly against plant crowns or tree bases, as this can promote the development of disease. It may also serve as a habitat for bark- and stem-eating rodents. The center also suggests watering newly installed bark or wood mulches to prevent fungi from colonizing in dry mulch and causing problems like a waterrepellent surface on the mulch.
Gardeners can choose organic or inorganic mulch. Organic mulches are derived from natural materials that will decompose over time, lending organic matter as well as various nutrients to the soil. Organic mulches also may
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Home landscapers considering mulch types may find that compost, manure and grass clippings (from nonpesticide-treated lawns) can be inexpensive and versatile in garden beds. The home advice site The Spruce notes that newspaper may also be effective. Many newspapers have switched over to organic dyes, especially for their black and white sections. Newspapers are an inexpensive way to suppress weeds and act like organic mulch in beds. They can be covered with other organic mulch, like shredded bark, for more visual appeal.
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hoW to StreamlIne houSehold CleanInG Travel down the cleaning aisle of a neighborhood store and you will be met with product after product designed for specialized cleaning. There are sprays for windows, cleansers for electronics, carpetcleaning foams, and scouring solutions for tubs and showers. Although many of these are effective, the average person can rely on just one cleaning aid for a wide variety of tasks: vinegar. Vinegar is a versatile product that can be used in everything from cooking to pickling to preserving foods to household cleaning. Vinegar is made by two distinct biological processes, offers The Vinegar Institute. Via fermentation, yeast will first change the natural sugars in the vinegar-tobe material solution into alcohol. The second process involves a group of bacteria called “acetobacter,” which convert the alcohol into an acid.
• Disinfect cutting boards. Give cutting boards an extra cleaning by spraying them with straight vinegar, then rinsing to clean. • Clean the disposal. Make sure food residue doesn’t clog garbage disposals and lead to odor. Mix vinegar and baking soda in the drain and allow the bubbling action to remove built-up residue. Use a scrub brush for extra scouring. • Get streak-free windows. Mix a 50-50 solution of vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Use to clean windows and other glass surfaces. Wipe away with a microfiber cleaning cloth so no lint is left behind. • Eradicate pet odor. Pour a little bit of vinegar into an empty litter box. Let stand for around 20 minutes, then rinse with cold water. Vinegar also can be used to blot up pet stains on the carpet. Just test color-fastness in an inconspicuous area first. • Banish water stains. Fix water stains and rings on wood furniture by mixing equal parts vinegar and olive oil. Use a soft cleaning cloth moving in the direction of the wood grain. Polish using a clean cloth.
Vinegar can be used all around the house — these were just a few of the dozens of ways to rely on vinegar. Just steer clear of using it on natural Vinegar can be made from any fruit or natural material containing sugar. stone and marble, as the acid could cause damage. For the purpose of generalized cleaning, white vinegar is the most common type used and is typically made from corn.Utilizing vinegar around the house is quite simple, and can be used in various ways around the house.
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• Remove lime buildup. Vinegar is good for cleaning faucets and showerheads. Make a paste of one teaspoon of vinegar and two tablespoons of salt. Apply to sink fixtures and rub with a cloth. Fill a plastic baggie with vinegar and attach to the showerhead with a rubber band. Let sit a few hours to overnight and then rinse away the mineral deposits.
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• Brighten laundry. Add 1⁄2 cup white vinegar to the wash cycle. It will help loosen stains and brighten clothing. An added benefit is the acid will reduce static cling.
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tIpS to proteCt BIrdS In your yard and Garden (StatePoint) One of the best parts of backyard living in the warmer months is all the potential for bird watching that comes with it. You may have even installed a birdfeeder in your garden in an attempt to attract more birds to your property. But did you know, your home poses dangerous risks to the birds that visit your yard and garden? Window strikes are common among many species of migrating birds, and millions of wild birds are killed annually flying into windows.
replace the decals and liquid every four months. Application techniques can be found by visiting WindowAlert.com. “Turning your home into a refuge for birds is a simple way to save lives and protect the creatures that beautify your yard and, in the case of hummingbirds, pollinate your garden,” says Spencer Schock, founder of WindowAlert. Schock also recommends planting trees, shrubs and flowers that provide birds with nourishment and shelter, as well as paying attention to pet cats when they are outdoors, to ensure they don’t hunt the birds that visit.
Whether you are an avid amateur ornithologist or just a casual observer of feathered friends in flight, by taking precautions your home need not be part of the problem. Take advantage of the fact that birds can see certain light frequencies that humans cannot to make windows visible to birds in a way that won’t obstruct your own view. Doing so can be a simple home project completed in just an afternoon. Try applying UV decals and UV liquid to your home’s windows and sliding glass doors. Those from WindowAlert, for example, have been proven to effectively alter the flight path of birds to prevent window strikes. While the coating will look like etched glass to the human eye, it will look very visible to a bird. As UV reflectivity may fade over time, it’s important to
This season, be a better friend to birds by taking a few simple measures in your home and garden.
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poolS and laWnS Can Get alonG Homeowners interested in installing pools in their backyards need not worry about the potential impact of such decisions on surrounding landscapes. According to the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals, there are 10.4 million residential and 309,000 public swimming pools in the United States. Although the average monthly temperatures in Canada are lower than those throughout much of the United States, many Canadian homeowners still have pools in their backyards. Quebec is home to the most pools per capita for Canada — with some estimates suggesting the province has more than 300,000 backyard pools, according to Pool and Spa Marketing magazine.
the selectivity of grass. Blades of grass are particular about which nutrients from the water they absorb and in what quantities. Lawns are largely unaffected by chlorine. Furthermore, soil can withstand chlorine when kept at applicable sanitary levels (which generally range between two to three parts per million), at high acid levels. That’s much more than is usually contained in pool water. Pool water is also maintained in the neutral range at a pH of 6.5 to 7.8, which is safe for plants. Should the pool water test at a higher acidity or alkalinity, it can adversely affect landscapes, particularly delicate plants.
Many homeowners wonder if the chlorine and other chemicals in pool water have any affect on the lawn, particularly if pool water robs lawns of vital nutrients they need to thrive. But the resource All About Lawns says most people needn’t worry about errant drops or even higher levels of overflow. It all comes down to WE SELL FUN!
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"One of the things consumers are concerned about when shopping for lighting is durability," says Seidman. "It really has to be able to withstand the elements. With new technology, fixture finishes are actually built into the material so that it weathers beautifully." Wiedemer concurs."You want to have something that's meant to be in the weather. Normally a rustic finish fixture will weather better," he says. "The principal thing these are engineered for is to be rained upon. Rain will not collect inside the fixture, it will drain out…. A typical interior fixture is not made that way."
Hinkley Lighting's CEO Rick Wiedemer, CLC, explains how the trend of accessorizing outdoor areas with traditionally indoor lighting products has gained momentum over the last several years. "It started with landscape lighting and then moved into sconces, wall sconces, and now pendants and chandeliers," Wiedemer says. It's fairly commonplace to use sconces to highlight doorways and step lights to define spaces; today's homeowners are also hanging elaborate chandeliers and colorful pendants over outside tables. Spotlights can be seen above grills and downlights under covered patios. With a little creativity and imagination, just about anything goes. And the demand is increasing for those fixtures to mimic the styles and attention to detail traditionally found indoors. "People want to extend their indoor living space outside, and still have the same quality of finishes outside as inside," says Rick Seidman, president and CEO of Quoizel, Inc. "They're putting rugs, televisions and furniture outside, so we almost have to treat [outside] decorative lighting as if it's interior."
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Contemporary Style - What It Is And Tips for Your Home
(NewsUSA) - Contemporary style and design are everywhere and can be a foundation for many new homes built today.
But what exactly does that mean and how can it be incorporated into existing homes? "Contemporary style is really about reduction - reducing things to their essence and having really clean lines and uncluttered spaces," says Alan Pickett, Pella Corporation's resident architect. Current contemporary design offers a softer take on modern - it has the same simple, clean lines, but with decoration that is naturally minimalistic. Light, color, and fabrics all play a part in gaining a contemporary look for your home. Today's contemporary-style dwellings will have asymmetrical shapes, windows with minimal trim in a contrasting or dark color, and a lot of Shades of gray and blue are particularly prevalent in contemporary style, glass and other textures. and white and taupe color palettes allow for simple, bold colors to take center stage as in favorite wall photos or a definitive area rug. The following tips from Iowa-based Pella Windows can help you find just the right design to accent your home: • Let the light in - Light and shadow in a space are key to contemporary style and are much less about decoration. Not only do the light fixtures • Add neutrals with color - One clear sign of contemporary design is need to have straight lines and sleek metallic finishes, but even the neutral tones, but that doesn't mean it's boring. windows in your home can outline its contemporary design. Windows with a vast expanse of glass and thin frames, such as Pella's Architect Series Contemporary line of wood windows, can engulf a room in light and be the foundation for achieving contemporary style. • Use textiles - In reducing things to the essence, silk, wool, linen and cotton - all natural fabrics - are typically used to highlight the clean lines of contemporary design. This also means having furniture with less ornamentation and using natural materials such as wood with less grain. The natural textiles also offer the option of adding bold color into a minimalist space. • Mix it up - Most homes today are going to have some existing traditional elements - such as crown molding - but don't let that stand in your way. Paint the existing design features in the previously mentioned neutral colors - shades of gray and blue, white and taupe. Then add an accent color and some contemporary furniture that will pull the traditional and contemporary vision together.
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Ants and termites are social creatures, and when their colonies become too large, flying ants will spread out in search of new territories and to establish new queens. This mobility may also be coupled with an increasing number of ants marching on the ground and scaling walls.
• Keep a clean house. Use vinegar, soap and water to clean areas where ants are seen. Many leave a scent trail of pheromones to tell others where to go for a food source.
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Plus, as far as Millennials go, while their ideal interiors may differ from older generations - for example, they prefer open floor plans and hardwood floors - Architectural Digest says they're still into "traditional exteriors." • Millennials: smart-home tech. Yes, there are Boomers and Generation Xers who are super tech savvy, but Millennials especially crave homes that allow them to control their heating, air-conditioning, home security, and lighting systems from their phones.
"This is happening because young households are buying homes. Full stop," Ralph McLaughlin, chief economist at home listings provider Trulia, told the Wall Street Journal.
"They want to use their brains for other things, not for remembering whether they adjusted the heat or closed the garage door," Angie's List stressed.
They're not the only purchasers, of course. Which means if you're looking to sell your house now or in the not too distant future, you might want to check out this generational roadmap to four upgrades experts say are worth it to help attract potential buyers. • Cross-generational: a new steel door. The only thing that beat it on Remodeling magazine's annual Cost vs. Value Report for 2017 was loosefill attic insulation, but this project - with a 90.7% return on investment - speaks directly to the report's main takeaway: "Curb appeal projects, by and large, generated higher returns on investment than work done inside the home."
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SOUTHBRIDGE, Mass., March 26, 2018 – Harrington HealthCare System will hold a fundraising gala this July, honoring Elise Wilson, a long-time Harrington nurse who was attacked by a patient in June 2017. The event is the healthcare system’s major fundraiser to renovate and expand the Emergency Department (ED) in Southbridge; a capital campaign estimated at $5 million.
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A Fare to Remember will be held on July 14 at Mechanics Hall in Worcester. Tickets go on sale to the public May 1. Wilson, the 40-year employee of Harrington Hospital, who was the victim of an attack last summer while working in triage in the Southbridge ED, will attend with her family as the honorary Harrington “Hero” offering her support for the renovation project. The renovation will, in part, increase the safety of staff and patients, as well as increasing treatment space by 2,400 square feet and modernizing the
existing 8,500 square foot space. In addition to honoring Wilson, A Fare to Remember will feature a two VIP Guests: Julian Edelman and Danny Amendola. Both will be available for an exclusive preevent cocktail hour where VIP ticket holders can meet and take a photo with the players, as well as receive autographed memorabilia. Julian and Danny will also make a special on-stage appearance at the beginning of the event to help offer their support for the ED Campaign.
The last major renovation of the Southbridge Emergency Department occurred in 1998 bringing the ED to its current complement of 14 stretcher rooms plus a triage and overflow room. Since its last renovation in 1998, the annual ED visit volume has grown 23%, from approximately 22,000 to 27,000, with steady increase over the most recent years.
Those interested in tickets or participating in the Harrington hERo Challenge can visit the event The evening continues with local website at https://afaretoremember. restaurants from South Central blackbaud-sites.com/ Massachusetts featuring tastings of their signature dishes and desserts. For donation and sponsorship Those confirmed so far include inquiries, please contact Director Porterhouse, Sturbridge Seafood, of Development Angela Chviek at Baba Sushi, Sturbridge Coffee (508) 765-3029. Roasters, Publick House, Mexicali, Rovezzi’s and Metro Bistro. Creative auctions will be available including sports, music and destination-themed prizes. In advance of ticket sales, the community is encouraged to become a Harrington “hERo” by participating in a series of online fundraising challenges that playfully offer a face-off between Julian and Danny to see who can raise the most money. Each challenge has a unique prize to specific participants, including signed memorabilia, game tickets, event VIP passes and more. The “hERo” Challenge has a $100,000 goal and lasts until July 9.
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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren WEBSTER - Grandparents Raising Grandchildren South Central MA is pleased to announce this Support Group is now available to local families! The truth is Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) has become an explosive destiny for those who are plunged into this unexpected life change. Mental Health, Drug Abuse, Alcoholism are just a few of the challenges of our families, our neighbors, our friends and people we love. Together WE can bring success to the challenges, we can offer more than just care. - How to maneuver the Probate Courts - Financial Support - Day Care and Education Registration - Family and Child Counseling - WIC South Central MA - MASS HEALTH - SNAP, DTA, DCF - WCAC: Head Start, Heating Assistance Special noted speakers will be joining during meetings, each with their own significant life changing stories of success! Grandparents Raising Grandchildren is a Support Group meeting that meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6 PM in the Webster Police Department Community Room. All Are Welcome. Local Amnesty International Group #356 Meeting WEBSTER - Local Amnesty International Group #356 meets at Booklovers’ Gourmet on Tuesday, April 17 from 7pm to 8pm, 55 East Main Street, Webster. New members are welcome. Write letters for human rights worldwide. Our current focus case is Mahadine, a human rights defender in Chad who is facing a life sentence for a Facebook
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April 19th Common Ground Memory Café at the Dudley Senior Center DUDLEY - FREE to Caregivers/ family/friends/loved ones, and especially individuals who are suffering with memory issues due to Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s, or other brain difficulties. Come and enjoy a fun date together, complete with a light meal and refreshments. We offer live music programs, art programs, games, ping pong, etc. The monthly Memory Café is meant to be a great time out together, sharing laughter, and non-judgmental, fun times! Please RSVP to Margaret, Call 508-949-8015 X3. Walk-In friends are always welcome! The Memory Café is scheduled to take place every third Thursday at 3pm5pm. Come and join us for some FUN and refreshments! This Memory Café is sponsored by Massachusetts Councils on Aging, through the Office of Elder Affairs. The Creation of Quabbin Reservoir DUDLEY – The Black Tavern Historical Society presents “The Creation of Quabbin Reservoir” on Thursday, April 19 from 7pm to 9pm at the Black Tavern. Presented by J.R. Greene. This presentation includes a narrated slide program on the creation of the Quabbin Reservoir including a description on how the reservoir came to be, and many details about the former towns and what life in them was life. This event is free and open to all. The Black Tavern, 138 Center Road, Dudley.
April 21st 10th Annual Daffodil Tea WEBSTER - United Church of Christ, Federated, located at 4 Church Street in Webster, MA (across from Town Hall) is hosting their 10th Annual Daffodil Tea on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 12:30pm.
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Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner WEBSTER - The Community Cat Connection will be hosting a Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner on Sunday, April 29 from 1pm to 4pm. The Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner includes Salad, Italian Bread and Dessert. Tickets are available at the Webster Earth Day Clean Up Community Cat Connection, 289 WEBSTER - Join the Recreation Thompson Road, Webster or at the Committee and Department for door on the day of the event (Bush some on Sunday, April 21 for Spring Hall). The dinner will be at Koscleaning around town. Meet at the ciuszko Society (Bush Hall) Corner Webster Town Hall for gloves and Lake & Dresser St. bags and then pick a park/field or a stretch of road to fill your with May 5th trash. Thank you to Pratt Trucking for donating dumpsters, and Last Finding Inner Peace and CalmGreen Valley for helping with supness Through Meditation plies. Cleanup will go from 8am to OXFORD - Join Dr. Allan Hughes, 11am. Then we will clean up our- long time meditator for this deep selves and meet at French River and engaging meditation workshop Park for pizza and awards for the at the Oxofrd Free Public Library on volunteers. Awards will be given Saturday, May 5 from 10:30am to for the team that collects the most 11:30am. Dr. Hughes lectures regutrash, teams that find the “strangest larly on the benefits of meditation item” and teams that cover the larg- and has been practicing himself est area of land. for many years. During this workshop he will talk about the journey All You Can Eat of finding lasting peace , happiness Spaghetti Supper and a greater sense of well being. WEBSTER - A spaghetti supper, He will share a simple technique of All You Can Eat, will be held at the spiritual meditation (explained and Webster Lodge of Free Masons on practiced during the session) that Brandes Street on Saturday, April can help us achieve a lasting state of 21 from 5pm to 7pm. Tickets are peace and happiness found through $10 for adults, $5 for pre-teen (5- no outer experience. 12) and children under 5 are free. Drinks and dessert are included in the meal. Enjoy the experience of an English High Tea in an English garden ambiance which will include a scones, delicious tea sandwiches and an assortment of mouthwatering desserts.
April 28th Open Mic Poetry Share WEBSTER - An open mic poetry share at Booklovers’ Gourmet on Saturday, April 28 from 2pm to
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