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very year around this time — you know, right after you’ve made all those New Year’s resolutions— Worcester Magazine tries to lend a helping hand with its Health & Wellness issue. Inside, you’ll find stories we hope might inspire, inform and educate. This year, we tell you how hypnosis might help make good on some of the harder resolutions to see through, like quitting smoking. We also let you know about the rise in popularity of urgent care centers, which many patients use instead of heading to the emergency room. Speaking of ER visits, if you are going to head there, did you know some hospitals allow you to schedule ahead of time online? We tell you all about that in this issue, too. Want more? How about some of the healthiest foods you can find in Worcester? We’ll throw in some choices for blowing your diet as well. Last, but by no means least, we try to find out just how healthy sex really is for you – because, after all, we’re quite sure you’re not resolving to give that up. It’s all right here, in this week’s edition of Worcester Magazine.

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Horton hears a whole lot of support Tom Quinn

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emonstrations in support of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of pursuing social justice were already planned for

the holiday Monday, Jan. 18. They took on renewed purpose in Worcester, specifically, after local activist Chris Horton was arrested and removed from the MLK Breakfast at Quinsigamond Community College, with

observers viewing the incident with varying levels of outrage, sympathy and a healthy dose of irony.

“When you boil down all the details of what happened, I was arrested for distributing

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flyers about social justice at a Martin Luther King Jr. Day event,” the 71-year-old Horton said.

The flyers in question were about foreclosures, with the Worcester AntiForeclosure Team, for which Horton volunteers, and the Mass. Alliance Against Predatory Lending calling for changes to “bring our wealth home!” It offered resources for people who might be dealing with a foreclosure on their home, calling attention to predatory lending practices by banks and liberally sprinkling in King’s quotes to make a point about racial disparities in lending practices.

“It jibed with the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. Day,” Horton said.

The problem started because distributing flyers is not strictly allowed at the breakfast.

NAACP President Pat Yancey, for example, said her organization requested a vendor table and distributed flyers in the hallway outside the event. Horton said he was asked to leave before police approached him. Horton was looking for another WAFT volunteer when the widely-publicized police take down began.

Horton did not want to go into too much detail about what transpired next, due to pending charges for disturbing the peace, resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer, but witnesses report an altercation between Horton and an on-duty officer inside QCC’s gym, one that resulted in Horton and the officer making physical contact.

“There was an audience we really needed to reach, and if I was a little pushy it’s because I feel a need to reach these people when they might be in the right state of mind,” Horton said. continued on page 6

WOO-TOWN INDE X A weekly quality of life check-in of Worcester

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A little snow fell again – and like clockwork the gripers took to social media to complain their streets were not plowed or sanded.

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MLK Jr. breakfast draws a crowd at Quinsigamond Community College to honor the civil rights leader. +3

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Total for this week: Protesters gather to protest the court trial of protesters who blocked Kelley Square. Yes, that’s right. We’ll give a positive mark for persistence. +1

Worcester activist Chris Horton arrested during MLK Jr. breakfast at Quinsigamond Community in unfortunate incident some say he initiated, while others say was handled aggressively by police. -3

New Worcester police recruit class heads to academy as cops of the future. +2

Worcester-area Pats fans are gearing up for AFC title showdown with Broncos. Go Pats! +4

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Stirring the pot: Council asks manager to spread out marijuana facilities Tom Quinn

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he City Council was clear this week in saying they embrace medical marijuana dispensaries setting up shop in Worcester, but want to make sure they aren’t all in the same place. It’s less a case of Not in My Backyard, and more a case of Only One in My Backyard, as councilors asked the city manager to consider geographic placement in his approval or denial of applicants.

District 2 Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson proposed the order, which asks specifically for the city manager to consider the city’s five District Council boundaries.

“Request City Manager, in the process to site Medical Marijuana facilities, include consideration for geographic diversity throughout the City, taking into account city council district boundaries, as part of the decision making process,” reads the full order.

Mero-Carlson said her order was mainly to ensure all aspects of the dispensary application process were taken into account, given the brand-new nature of the dispensaries. The first dispensary in the state opened last year in Salem.

“For your consideration is not to place all of these in one district area,” Mero-Carlson said. “This is something new, it’s certainly something I support, but I’m certainly looking for, if these are going to be placed in our city, that geographically we take that into consideration.”

District 5 Councilor Gary Rosen agreed.

“We certainly don’t want to make Lincoln Street marijuana row,” Rosen said. “We do have some authority here to make sure these dispensaries, as good as they might be, are

spread throughout the city.”

The actual locations of the dispensaries are still up in the air, as none have been officially approved by the city manager. But prospective owners, some of whom have already paid for space, have held community meetings in their preferred location.

Mission Massachusetts held a meeting in October at 640 Lincoln St., which it also hope swill be a cultivation center, while Good Chemistry held a May meeting at 9 Harrison St., in District 2’s Canal District.

Other proposed locations include: • Manna Wellness’s dispensary and cultivation at 141 Southwest Cutoff • Mayflower Medicinals at 129 Water St. • Prime Wellness Centers at 0 Pullman St. • Good Chemistry’s cultivation center at 40 Pullman St. Two companies are undecided on a location. Five of the seven applicants have already gone through an interdepartmental meeting with Worcester government.

“We certainly didn’t open seven restaurants on Shrewsbury Street in one day,” MeroCarlson said, referencing the higher concentration of eating establishments in another part of her district.

The city does already provide a modicum of guidance for distance between dispensaries. According to zoning laws adopted in 2013 after Massachusetts voted to legalize medicinal marijuana, no dispensary can be located within 300 feet of an existing dispensary.

At-Large Councilor Kate Toomey pointed

out another aspect of the plan – the towns surrounding Worcester. The governments in those communities don’t always take Worcester’s feelings into account when approving new buildings, and in fact, Shrewsbury selectmen recently approved a dispensary near the Worcester line on Route 20.

“If we can take those things into consideration when we talk about this,” Toomey said. “It’s great if we’re talking about just us, but we need to look at the whole community. Sometimes it crosses the town line.”

While the motive clearly hinged on making sure one district didn’t become pot city, councilors also sold the idea as beneficial to patients and dispensary companies, the two parties that would be most affected by any geographic restrictions on dispensaries.

“When is it too many to have any one of them be successful?” District 1 Councilor Tony Economou asked, voicing concern for over-saturation.

“That’s probably good for patients,” Rosen said of spreading the dispensaries throughout the city to improve access.

Security is a persistent concern that dogs dispensaries, with residents raising that as an issue at community meetings before – although as Mero-Carlson noted, plans were still in the early stages and information gathering was the first priority.

“There’s certainly concerns,” Mero-Carlson said. “At this point, some of the folks have shared their security plans and some have not.

So we don’t know what these security plans look like.”

Economou visited a dispensary in

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District 2 City Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson Connecticut, he said, and walked away satisfied with their security, referencing it as a potential model for Worcester.

“It was very impressive,” Economou said.

“Security upon security upon security. I spent a couple hours, went through the whole process. I was impressed when I left. I felt it was well-run, it was secure, and if that’s

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A video taken by a Telegram and Gazette photographer captures some of the ensuing take down, in which Horton is taken to the ground by an officer and subsequently arrested.

“The police actions were not based on any effort to deescalate the situation or resolve it,” Horton said. “My arrest was obviously a wellpracticed and rehearsed police procedure, and quite unnecessarily brutal.”

Witnesses at the breakfast said they were stunned by the rapid escalation of the incident, and the violent nature of the take down – a maneuver many had never seen up close before.

“I could feel the thump in the floorboards,” Mara Pentlarge, who knew Horton from church and was one of the closest to the incident, said.

Local activist Kevin Ksen, who captured some of the incident with a camera and kept his followers on social media updated throughout Horton’s arrest and release later that night, questioned the use of force by police.

“For me, it’s like why would you shove someone to the ground for handing out flyers?” said Ksen, who was one of dozens to greet Horton when he was released from

police custody. “Is that your definition of deescalation?”

Horton was taken to the emergency room by ambulance from QCC, although he said his injuries ended up being limited to a bump on the head and a bruised knee.

“They smashed him to his face on the ground,” Jon Marien, who along with Horton is a member of the Worcester Anti-Foreclosure Team, said. “He’s had a stroke and has heart conditions. If they didn’t want him to hand out flyers, escort him out.”

Although earlier reports that Horton had an arm in a sling turned out to be incorrect, his age was still a point of contention for observers, with many saying there was no way Horton made the officers believe he was a danger to them or to others.

“The idea that I was a threat to anyone was preposterous,” Horton, who also complained of being shackled to a gurney in the hospital, said. “And the procedures that were used on me, at my age, could have easily broken bones.”

Quinsigamond Community College issued a brief statement about the incident. Worcester Magazine has filed a request for any public records associated with the arrest, including campus police incident reports. The school has 10 days to reply as to its intention to deny or comply with the request.

“The event organizers asked QCC Campus Police to escort Mr. Horton from the event,” the statement read. “As he was being escorted from the event, Mr. Horton assaulted a police officer, and was subsequently arrested for assault and battery on a police officer by QCC Campus Police, with the assistance of the Worcester Police Department. During the arrest, Mr. Horton mentioned that he had a previous injury and asked to be taken to the hospital. He was transported to UMASS Memorial Medical Center at approximately 11 a.m.”

Horton took issue with the official portrayal of his actions.

“The natural reactions of someone trying to prevent injury are being spun as an assault,” Horton said.

While his version of events might provide fertile ground for legal action, Horton said he has no immediate plans to sue. In fact, he said he wanted the focus to be on the content of the flyers and his other political causes rather than his personal incident.

“I really haven’t thought about [legal action],” Horton said. “It’s not just a decision between me and my lawyer, it’s a political decision … quite frankly, my number one priority right now is to elect Bernie Sanders on March 1. This is an unexpected diversion and distraction from that work. I don’t want

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this incident to take people’s minds off the information in that flier. If this becomes a distraction from that [message] that would be unfortunate.”

For now, Horton’s arrest has become a small rallying point for social justice seekers in the city, who draw parallels between the incident and larger issues of police violence and excessive force.

“This is why we’re here now,” Sonya Conner said at a demonstration at Kelley Square later that day also showing solidarity for her, Ksen and two others charged with disturbing the peace for blocking the intersection last MLK Day. “Because police terrorism and brutality are happening here today … Chris Horton was targeted.”

“I know there’s a growing level of concern about the growth of unrestrained police powers in this country,” Horton added. “That an event like this would produce a response like this is not surprising, I’m just surprised to find myself in the middle of it.”

Reporter Tom Quinn can be reached at 508-749-3166 x324 or tquinn@ worcestermagazine.com with story ideas, feedback, or questions. Follow him on Twitter @bytomquinn.

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going to be the model going forward for our community. I felt very comfortable when I left there.”

On top of the whole discussion was another consideration – legalizing marijuana for recreational use is on the upcoming statewide ballot. Given the liberal tendencies of the majority of the Bay State, there is widespread resignation to the idea that medical marijuana companies, some of which are pitching cultivation centers in Worcester in addition to dispensaries, will soon turn to selling the drug for fun in addition to medicine.

“If that’s the case, these are more than gold mines,” Rosen said. “I think it’s going to happen in Massachusetts, and it’s something we need to prepare for.”

Meanwhile, some councilors mentioned the role the community has in voicing input on dispensary locations, and the power of communities to reject projects.

“I think I’d be one of the neighbors objecting,” At-large Councilor Konnie Lukes said of a dispensary in her neck of the woods.

Reporter Tom Quinn can be reached at 508-749-3166 x324 or tquinn@ worcestermagazine.com with story ideas, feedback, or questions. Follow him on Twitter @bytomquinn.

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City considers upping smoking age to 21 BEN KAMMER

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raising the MLA will reduce tobacco use initiation, particularly among adolescents 15 to 17 years of age; improve the health of Americans across the lifespan; and save lives.”

Massachusetts is a leader nationally in moving the tobacco age up, with more than 80 communities taking the plunge, including Boston.

In Worcester County, Southborough, Northborough, Mendon and others have upped the smoking age to 21.

Nationwide, significant adopters include New York City and the entire state of Hawaii.

Alex H., who did not want to give his last name, is 21, and would still be able to smoke under a potential new law. But he said he might not have gotten hooked in the first place if cigarettes were harder to get when he was at a more impressionable age.

“I got exposed to cigarettes because my friends were doing it, like most teens at the age of 18, and I don’t think I would have really tried them at all if the bill passed when I was 18,” he said.

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he city made it harder to smoke in public in November, passing a revamped tobacco control ordinance that prohibits smoking in public parks, playgrounds, beaches, preservation areas and bus shelter area, among others.

Now, District 4 City Councilor Sarai Rivera is pushing for an even stricter measure – bumping the minimum age to smoke tobacco to 21 years old from its current default of 18.

The order, proposed Jan. 12, asks the city manager to “provide [the] City Council with feedback concerning those communities that have raised to 21 years of age the minimum age to purchase tobacco products.”

There is significant medical evidence suggesting that increasing the minimum legal age for tobacco purchases will have significant health benefits. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioned a report on the health implications of raising the minimum age to purchase tobacco products.

The report, released in March 2015, concluded “the committee is reasonably confident that

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Honey Farms President and CEO David Murdock, however, said youth smokers will find a way to get their hands on cigarettes, and the millions of dollars the state gets from taxing cigarettes should go toward education, rather than trying to cut off supply to youths through age restrictions.

“I believe Worcester should keep the age at 18 and concentrate on educating all youth on the dangers of smoking,” Murdock said in an email, citing a statistic showing that 86 percent of underage smokers get their supply legally, not from stores. “They get them from older siblings, friends and parents ... The state should be using the piles of money it now makes off of the cigarette business on preventing our youth from smoking. Teach them to make informed decisions on their own, after all they are old enough to vote, drive, marry and go to war for this country.

Leave the merchants alone and get to the root of the problem, which is education.”

Will G., a 20-year-old Worcester resident,

said he might quit if cigarettes were illegal for his age group, showing the potential impact the rule might have.

“It’s really starting to impact my life, and only being 20, I can already feel the toll that it’s taking on my body,” Will said. “To be honest, I think that I will probably end up quitting if the law is passed.”

On the other end of the spectrum are people like 18-year-old Alex K., who said the law probably will not have an impact on their habit, supporting Murdock’s hypothesis.

“I don’t really care,” he said. “I’ll just ask my older friends to buy them for me.”

Like Alex H., neither Will nor Alex K. wanted their last names associated with their comments.

An employee at Lili’s Smokeshop, 16 Front St., said hiking the legal age to buy cigarettes, “definitely will affect business 100 percent.”

“We don’t want it to happen, but what can you do?” the employee said, identifying herself as Yu, but declining to give her full name. “You should be able to make your own

decisions. [People] will still smoke, they’ll just go to another city, and the money will be given to the other city.”

Murdock said while the Commonwealth as a whole upping the smoking age to match the drinking age is one thing, pushing people into the arms of stores in surrounding communities would put Worcester shops at an unfair disadvantage – in essence, taking money out of the pockets of Worcester businesses and putting it in the hands of business people in Holden and Auburn.

“The entire state will eventually go to 21 if the trend continues,” Murdock said. “Until then Worcester merchants will again be at a disadvantage with the surrounding cities and towns.”

Faced with concerns about business interests, Rivera laughed off misplaced priorities.

“I don’t think we can really put a price on health,” Rivera said. “If we can begin to prevent some of these diseases, we have to try it.”

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At the top of her mind is the Community Health Improvement Plan, or CHIP, which has the ambitious goal of making Worcester the healthiest city in New England by 2020.

The 2013 CHIP annual report cited a few disturbing health impacts of smoking in Worcester. Smoking rates are higher in Worcester County than the state, 23.7 percent for the county as opposed to 16.1 percent for the state. CHIP materials also highlight youth smoking as a problem for the city.

“We’ve been committed to the CHIP,” Rivera said. “We don’t want something just on paper. We want something we can evaluate and assess.”

Worcester Magazine interns Corinne O’Brien, Ben Kammer and Sarah Mazur contributed to this report.

Reporter Tom Quinn can be reached at 508-749-3166 x324 or tquinn@ worcestermagazine.com with story ideas, feedback, or questions. Follow him on Twitter @bytomquinn.

Rewind: 40 Years of News, Entertainment and More

Who Makes What?

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t should come as no surprise that salaries are much different in 2016 than, say, almost 40 years ago, but when thumbing through old editions of Worcester Magazine, a March 1977 story titled, “Who makes what in Worcester?” by Paul Katzeff and Paul Ryan caught our attention.

Here’s part of what the authors wrote back then, after admitting they still had not filed their tax returns, with an April deadline looming: “We thought it might make the whole ordeal a little less unbearable, though, if we took a look at some big wheels around Worcester who’ll owe more than us – because they make more. While we were at it, we decided it couldn’t hurt to see how much less than us some small wheels around the area make.

What we came up with is a pretty interesting list we want to pass on to you.”

We won’t include the entire list, but here are some of folks they mentioned, along with their titles and salary. If you currently hold that same or a similar position, it might be fun comparing what you make versus what they took home in the late ’70s.

Robert Cushman, president and CEO of Norton Co., Worcester, $183,444 Robert W. Stoddard, chairman of the board, Wyman-Gordon, $44,091, $5,300 as director.

He also held other positions outside W-G. Rep. Charles F. Enghdahl, 27th Worcester District, Worcester, $13,813 Bob McNeil, anchorman, Channel 27 News, $11-$13,000 (estimated) U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy, $44,600 (Senate

pay), $475,914 (total income) Paul Leahy, director of Division of Youth Services in Worcester, $19,552 Francis McGrath, city manager, Worcester, $40,500 Joseph Smith, Worcester County Sheriff, $19,890

John Hanlon, chief, Worcester Police Department, $26,104 Raymond Bergman Jr., dog officer, Worcester, $10,500 Phil O’Neil, sports writer, T&G, $18,200 (estimated) Some of those were employed by private

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companies; others, such as McGrath, were paid for by taxpayers. With that in mind, we thought we’d let you know the 10 highest paid public employees in Worcester as of 2014 (gross salaries, with private details excluded).

Look at how the salaries for positions such as city manager and police chief have grown. You may be in the wrong line of work.

Ed Augustus Jr., city manager, $214,233 Gary Gemme, police chief, $201,569 Mark Roche, deputy police chief, $194,944 Melinda Boone, school superintendent, $194,826 Larry Sullivan, police lieutenant, $193,443 Steve Sargent, deputy police chief, $188,598 Ed McGinn Jr., deputy police chief, $187,862 John Harrington, police captain, $187,083 Matt D’Andrea, police lieutenant, $180,381 Stephen Roche, police sergeant, $177,690 Oh, and the chair of Wyman-Gordon who earned $44,091 in 1977? In 2015, according to an annual report from Precision Castparts Corp, now the parent company, its chairman and CEO, Mark Donegan was paid $1.6 million.

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a long, distinguished career in the U.S. military under his belt, but last week U.S. Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs Robert McDonald became just another casualty in Worcester’s long war against people who pronounce things the way they’re spelled. He wasn’t quite as bad as the “War-chester” crowd – we’re talking about a cabinet-level position appointed by the Leader of the Free World here, so clearly he was briefed beforehand – but “Woo-stir” isn’t a whole lot better.

Let’s just change the spelling of the city to Wusstir and save our guests the embarrassment next time. McDonald was visiting UMass Medical for a ribboncutting at a soon to be finished VA specialty care clinic. At the same event, U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern expressed his optimism for a new VA building despite setbacks, and said he was impressed with the day’s presentations about services for veterans. “You had me so convinced the VA is wonderful, I want to enlist,” McGovern said. There’s a few McGovern detractors in Worcester who would love to see his confessional seat vacated, but unfortunately for them, the veteran politician was clearly kidding – probably. We do hear, however, of a potential challenger to McGovern – who actually did serve his country. How’s that for a tease?

CHIEF OF THE DIVERSITY OFFICERS:

After much fanfare, the city unveiled the choice for the newly-established Chief Diversity Officer position, created to help diversity at City Hall by, in part, widening the pool of applicants for government jobs to include underrepresented communities.

The hiring comes after a year when the U.S. Department of Justice was called into action in Worcester to combat racism and a lack of diversity. Dr. Malika Carter most recently worked as the director of the office of Multicultural Student Services at the University of North Dakota. Carter went through quite the process to get the job, which starts in February. According to the city, the job posting attracted 44 applicants, who were filtered through a committee with representatives from Worcester Police and Fire, Human Rights, Workforce Development, Human Resources and the City Manager’s Office. Out of the top 15 candidates, eight withdrew after an initial phone call explaining the position. The seven remaining survivors were interviewed by committee members, culled down to three, two of whom made it to a final interview with City Manager Ed Augustus Jr., who made the call to go with Carter. A tip for the new CDO – if you want to attract more applicants for City Hall jobs, don’t make the process anywhere near as strenuous as the application process for your position. Yikes.

COMMON LAW: Two men were arrested in

an alleged drug deal on Worcester Common.

Is is THE Worcester Common? Either way, the incident took place outside Midtown Mall, just to maximize the Worcester-ness of it all. Worcester Police recovered more than 30 packets of synthetic marijuana and more than $3,000 in cash. Rather than focus on the negative – drug dealers making an open-air transaction before lunchtime by a park with a clear view of the seat of city government – our fearless leaders touted the incident as an example of the success of strategic deployments of more police to the area in response to complaints. The area is a Tactical Response Area, according to police. As for synthetic marijuana, it’s banned in Worcester, and drug possession charges were filed, according to police. The state has a dim view of the product as well. “No person shall intentionally smell or inhale the fumes of any substance having the property of releasing toxic vapors, for the purpose of causing a condition of intoxication, euphoria, excitement, exhilaration, stupefaction, or dulled senses or nervous system,” according to Mass. General Laws. Wait, did we outlaw cigarettes by mistake? I’m pretty sure smokers aren’t puffing on those things for their health. But the law’s text continues - “This section shall not apply to the inhalation of anesthesia for medical or dental purposes.” Man, those guys think of everything.

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after DPW officials cited inaccurate forecasts in the reasons for not plowing a few weeks ago and leaving the roads in a state of slipperiness and danger. At the time, the city manager promised to do better in the future. Well, it appears the city is tripping over itself to try to do better, and laid another egg in the process. The city regularly issues declared parking bans to clear the roads for snowplows, and tickets and/or tows cars that aren’t in compliance when it snows (it is separate from the permanent winter parking ban that runs through April 30). On Sunday, the city nailed the second part, but muffed the actual declaration of the parking ban. The

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announcement went out at half past midnight, but was “retroactive” to 11:30 p.m. In addition, the ALERTWorcester notification system didn’t trigger until Monday morning. All in all, the city issued 739 tickets – which were promptly ripped up and forgiven by way of apology – and towed 347 cars, the cost of which will be reimbursed to angry residents. Some are saying this is another step in the city’s quest to ruin its inhabitants’ lives, but maybe it’s just a sign of the human side of the people running those plows and trucks. As Eugene McCarthy said – the only thing that saves us from the bureaucracy is inefficiency.

GRANDBERGMAN: At-large City Councilor Moe Bergman wants to lower the cost of

Grandma moving in with the family with a suggestion to make Worcester the first city in the Commonwealth to exempt additions or improvements to homes from real estate tax increases while a senior citizen relatives lives there. The existing problem, as laid out by Bergman, is that residents will sometimes add an addition onto their home to accommodate an elderly relative.

No good deed goes unpunished, though, and that addition often increases the assessed value of the home and results in a higher tax bill. Bergman’s idea is to send a message to seniors that they are welcome in Worcester by exempting that increased value while the senior lives in the home, only factoring it in when the relative moves out or passes on. And an existing halfmeasure already requires homeowners seeking relief to provide evidence that a relative lives in the home annually. “I don’t see any downside,” Bergman said in his sales pitch. The city’s law department will now have to kick into gear and draft a petition to submit to the legislature. Sons and daughters across the city have their fingers crossed.

BOGARTING THE CONTEXT: Here’s a primer on how to write Worcesteria – just find

something someone said, strip it of all that boring context that gets in the way of enjoyment, and add your own context in to put the information in the best light possible. For example, here’s District 1 City Councilor Tony Economou’s comments on medical marijuana: “A couple months ago I went down to Connecticut to visit a dispensary … I felt very comfortable when I left there.”

Sounds about right. Just don’t get too comfortable – remember, you at least have to pretend you’re taking the stuff for glaucoma or whatever. In a parallel universe, Economou went on to extol the virtues of Cheetos, man. Overall, the Council seemed to conclude medical marijuana dispensaries in Worcester could be dank, as long as overcrowding in one area of the city didn’t harsh the buzz. Read more on that in this week’s news section.

STABSBURY STREET: People often go down Shrewsbury Street to grab a bite to eat. But last week past midnight, a man from Boston visited and ended up stabbing another patron of 7 Nana, the Japanese restaurant a stone’s throw from Union Station. Bryan O’Donnell, a 29-yearold man from Boston, was arrested for assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and carrying a dangerous weapon. This isn’t the first time 7Nana has served as host for a serious fight, either. In 2014, a man allegedly got in a fight with two victims in the bathroom and threw a bar chair. A manager kicked them all out, and a 38-year-old man ended up sustaining a lifethreatening stab wound to the stomach. As Shrewsbury Street Neighborhood Association leader Gary Vecchio said in an email to city officials - “If any Shrewsbury St. establishment develops a reputation as being unsafe, the future viability of all of Restaurant Row is in jeopardy.” That’s presumably jeopardy as in what happened on a recent episode of Jeopardy!, where everyone’s profits drop to zero and no one wins. As Vecchio pointed out, the restaurant has a petition on Thursday’s license commission meeting for an alcohol license transfer. Could be an opportunity for the rest of Shrewsbury Street to stab 7 Nana in the back – pun intended.

YOU CAN CALL HER JOHNSON If you’re too young to get that reference, don’t worry, so am I, but my editor came up with it and laughed, so we went with it. Anyway, Worcester’s Bonnie Johnson, who is running for State Republican Committee March 1, held a kickoff this week at the Compass Tavern. According to a post on her Facebook page, more than 90 people turned out. Not bad. Johnson is obviously pretty confident, since she wrote this: “... when I win, it will be because of all my great supporters.” They include At-Large Councilor Mike Gaffney, who has used his own social media prowess to encourage folks to support the Republican Johnson, and newly-elected (again) School Committee member Donna Colorio. Oh, and according to Johnson’s post a straw poll at the kickoff had Donald Trump winning, with Ted Cruz coming in second. What? Not even a courtesy Democratic poll?

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t isn’t scheduled to happen until November, when a ballot question is expected to ask for marijuana to be legalized, but it is highly unlikely the data and information about the effects of such a move will change substantially by then.

To that end, we are asking voters to consider voting no and keeping marijuana an illegal substance.

Of course, medical marijuana has already been approved in Massachusetts, and that process alone has proved quite the boondoggle. Now, with state lawmakers having recently visited Colorado to learn about how that state has dealt with legal pot, we are starting to get a clearer picture of what is not so simple an issue as some may previously have thought.

On its surface, legalizing marijuana takes a substance many consider less harmful than cigarettes out of the criminal world and into mainstream society. Gone, some argue, will be needless arrests and imprisonment. Up, they argue, will be revenue from the legal sale of marijuana and related products.

There is no doubt we have a problem with incarceration in the U.S., but legalizing a drug that alters one’s state of mind and may potentially lead to the use of or experimenting with other, more lethal drugs is not the answer.

If proponents are hanging their hats on anticipated tax revenue, Colorado has seen far less revenue than previously anticipated – in the $53-million range, versus the $100-plus million that had been expected.

For those who claim there are little to no ill health effects from marijuana, consider a report titled “2015 Final Legalization of Marijuana in Colorado: The Impact.” The report cited 8,197 marijuana-related ER visits in Colorado in 2011, before pot was made legal. In 2013, after a constitutional amendment made it legal, the number was 14,148. In 2014, the number was 18,255.

Think about that. Trips to the ER related to marijuana more than doubled after it was legalized. Those trips all had an impact on health insurance costs, but even more: they all impacted families.

Have we learned nothing from the devastating impact alcohol has had on so many millions of lives? Could we in good conscience, knowing what we know now, say definitively we would have no problem legalizing alcohol if we had a voice back in 1933, when Prohibition ended?

It is impossible to know what you do not know. Will legalizing marijuana prove a catastrophic move decades from now? We have information, albeit limited, pointing to future troubles if marijuana is completely decriminalized. We agree it is not to the level of heroin or cocaine, but that is hardly a ringing endorsement.

If, in fact, Massachusetts voters are asked to approve legalizing marijuana, we make this ask: think long and hard before making up your mind. Your lives — and the lives of your children — may well depend on it.

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Harvey Tildi Frroku: American citizen Janice Harvey

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hen Martilde Frroku was a small boy, schoolyard children in his native Albania teased him, monkeying with the end of his name and turning it into “Matilda.”

Not to be defeated by their taunts, his nickname soon became “Tildi,” the name by which he M.L. ZAMARRO is known today. As Tildi, he is also known as one of the most popular bartenders in the city of Worcester, the man who creates the perfect pear martini behind the bar of Shrewsbury Street’s Nuovo restaurant.

Tildi Frroku embodies the American dream, even as the word “immigrant” has somehow been twisted into a demeaning label. If Frroku’s work ethic and desire to succeed against daunting odds could be bottled and sold to American teens, it would transform the next generation.

Frroku greets diners with a flurry of Italian phrases, which I wrongfully assumed were simply bits and pieces of a language he didn’t really speak. Only after getting to know him did I realize he has a masterful command of Italian, and for good reason: as a boy, he lived in what might be considered an Italian orphanage. Family struggles and economic woes led Frroku to leave his homeland at 16.

Upon arriving in Italy, the boy went directly to the nearest police station and turned himself in as an under-aged wayfarer. His stay in Italy would last for over five years. As a minor, his movements were restricted, but once he was of age, he headed to the United States.

“And so I was in Seattle, 21, speaking no English, in an ESL class with people who spoke Spanish and African languages,” Frroku said. “I was the only one from Albania, and it was lonely.”

Frroku remembers well that sense of isolation, broken only by a romance that began with a young Colombian woman he met in English class. Far from family and friends, Frroku experienced some of the frustrations and panic that plague the newly-emigrated. He tells of a time when directions to his girlfriend’s house meant bus rides and directions that confused him so terribly, he never made it there.

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To the Editor: In your Dec. 10 editorial (“Tax rate set, what next?”

Worcester Magazine)., while referring to Worcester property tax rates, you write “No doubt the residential taxpayer scored a victory this week.”

With all due respect, I do doubt.

I’ve been a residential taxpayer in Worcester for 30 years, and my most recent tax bill is 2.69-percent higher than last year. That may seem like a “palatable increase,” but the CPI over the past 12 months was up only 0.50 percent.

In your editorial, you rightly encourage a long-term view, so let’s do that. Over the past 10 years, that tax bill is up 44.7 percent, while the CPI has risen just 20.1 percent.

We have bigger problems than who is paying what part of

“It was such a lonely feeling,” he recalled. “Seattle was both beautiful and depressing.”

Not to be deterred, Frroku made connections with family friends who had arrived before him, and eventually those connections brought him to Worcester, where a strong Albanian community aided in his assimilation. In 2011 he became an American citizen. He worked for two years at Rand-Whitney while polishing his English, and soon was taken under the wing of Nuovo owner Alex Gjonca.

Frroku accepted any work that needed to be done as Gjonca prepared his restaurant for its opening, whether it be painting, construction or any other task. Gjonca saw in the young man a desire to succeed that would prove an asset to his business. Recognizing Frroku’s good looks and winning personality were better utilized behind the bar, Gjonca gave him a chance to prove himself, and the quick study soon learned everything there is to know about the art of mixology.

“Here, my staff is like family,” a proud Gjonca said, “and to me, that’s this boy.”

When a lovely Albanian girl named Valentina came to visit relatives in Worcester, she intended to make it a brief stay of four or five months. Meeting Frroku changed everything; instead, she married the charming bartender four years ago. Valentina works at Mare e Monti Trattoria on Wall Street in Worcester, though she’ll soon take on the duties of motherhood, when their first child, a son, is born in March. Frroku says it’s a given that his name will not be Martilde.

Now 32, Frroku has an affection for his adopted home and its people, developed as a keen observer of his loyal patrons. Customers flock to the bar seats to dine at Nuovo, knowing Frroku will entertain them as well as provide excellent service. Whether it’s deboning a fish or pouring champagne, he brings the same warmth and enthusiasm to each task. His outlook is refreshingly sincere and upbeat as he considers what it takes to do well in America: “Follow your path, and you will be successful,” Frroku said, “but remember it doesn’t happen in two or three days, but years, years.”

He paused for a moment before adding: “And pass no judgments.”

Editor e h t o t Letter the cost. The cost itself is going up beyond anyone’s ability to pay. That never ends well. Think dot.com stocks. Think subprime housing.

Think Detroit.

That brings us to the ultimate “what next” question.

What’s the difference between Worcester and Detroit? At the rate we’re going, I’d say about 10 years.

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Colorado trip was eye-opener for senators studying marijuana Michael O. Moore

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paque skies, brisk mountain air and a scenic backdrop greeted me and seven Senate colleagues on our arrival in Denver, Colorado last week.

While the natural beauty of the Centennial State is a spectacle to behold, our fact-finding mission was focused on a single task— to meet with state and local officials, public health experts, business owners and other stakeholders about the pros, cons and overall impacts of their state’s blossoming marijuana industry.

You may be wondering why eight Massachusetts state senators ventured more than halfway across the country to ‘factfind’ about marijuana. The answer is simple.

Bay State voters are expected to face a ballot question later this year about whether our state should follow in the footsteps of others that have legalized recreational use (Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Colorado).

The significance of our trip was further bolstered by the voter-led passage of medical marijuana in 2012.

The state Senate has taken a deliberative approach to planning for the possibility of voter-endorsed legalization of recreational marijuana. The passage of this ballot

initiative would raise many serious economic, regulatory, public health and safety issues.

In order to best prepare for this possibility, the Senate formed a Special Committee on Marijuana last year to take a serious look at the public policy implications.

As vice chair of the Special Committee, and as a former law enforcement officer, one of my primary concerns continues to be

uphold the health and safety standards for recreational marijuana.

Increased tax revenue is often cited as one of the overarching benefits to legalizing recreational use. Certainly, the logic behind this conclusion makes sense. However, my meetings with state officials in Colorado suggest the existing tax benefits haven’t met three years since legalization, and two years expectations. Officials there had estimated since retail marijuana stores first opened $100 million in new tax revenue. but the their doors, and the economic, safety and results yielded only $53 million. While some health repercussions remain uncertain. may argue any new revenue is a good thing, Throughout the trip we heard from experts this trip has reaffirmed the issue is much more and officials who are intimately involved in complex than that. the recreational marijuana system. Whether Since 2012, Massachusetts residents have discussing the rates of use among young witnessed the disastrous implementation people, the number of impaired drivers on of our own medical marijuana system. It the road, or the effect on crime rates, the lack of consensus was is clear to me after this trip that legalizing recreational use would require an even startling. greater commitment of resources on behalf Some of the uncertainty of public officials across the Commonwealth. regarding the impact in Legalization is still a polarizing issue in Colorado stems from the relatively recent implementation Colorado, and the impacts - positive and of this system, and the fact that negative- have yet to be fully realized. While the legalization of recreational marijuana is many of the long-term effects ultimately a question for voters to decide this have yet to be realized. Another contributing fall, I know my colleagues and I are better factor is the complex bureaucracy needed prepared to confront the issues that would to uphold the standards of recreational marijuana. This includes hiring dozens of new arise here in Massachusetts. employees at the Department of Public Health, Michael O. Moore is a Democratic state a serious shift in the authority and duties of senator from Millbury representing the law enforcement officers, and a significant 2nd Worcester District. He serves on nine revision of the state tax and banking laws. A legislative committees, among them the Senate new state agency was created to oversee the and Joint committees on Ways and Means implementation process, and the Colorado Department of Agriculture has requested their and the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security, of which he is vice chair. budget be doubled in order to adequately

Your Turn the potential safety issues associated with legalizing recreational use — particularly for vulnerable populations. I have seen, firsthand, the negative health, financial and long-term impacts of drug use including marijuana.

Despite my reservations, I approached this trip with an open mind, keen on learning what how Colorado has dealt with this significant shift in public policy.

Recreational marijuana became law in Colorado shortly after voters approved a ballot initiative in late 2012. It has been

That’s What They Said

“Being an increasingly diverse city, it’s important we recruit “I had to figure out … the knowledgea workforce that reflects the community we base, the energy-base, what do I serve. I believe this position will be critical bring that to now? How do I apply in making sure that happens.” that next?”

- Former School Committee member Tracy O’Connell Novick, who was recently hired by the Massachusetts Association of School Committees, on the impact of losing the election last year

“Nothing I’ve heard in the ensuing month suggests to me that my concerns that I raised with the board are unfounded or unwarranted, and I don’t have confidence that short of exercising the receivership authority, that Southbridge is going to be able to turn itself around.”

- State Education Commissioner Mitchell Chester, on recommending Southbridge be designated Level 5, chronically-under-performing district, as quoted in the Telegram & Gazette

- City Manager Ed Augustus Jr., on hiring North Dakota’s Malika Carter as the city’s chief diversity officer

“I love Worcester. I am rooted in Worcester. Both of my parents have lived in Worcester and the business was started in Worcester … It is home.”

- Michael Sleeper, CEO of Imperial Distributors, quoted by the Worcester Business Journal on plans to move to a new facility off Route 146

“He taught me how to fly-fish.”

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HEALTH Eating out in Worcester: Go healthy or splurge, with plenty of choices Megan Baynes

Let me guess, new year, new you? You threw out all your junk food, renewed your gym membership and vowed to yourself that this was this year you would finally lose those ten pounds. And then someone invited you out for dinner. So what do you do? Give up on the diet, or decline the invite?

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FILE PHOTO/STEVEN KING There is a third choice.

Eating out doesn’t always have to be a choice between salad or regret the morning after. To be honest, most salads aren’t even that healthy. The typical Caesar salad, especially if it is topped with chicken or fried shrimp, contains enough mayo and cheese to rival most entrées. Add in fried croutons and you’re looking at around 600 calories and 36 grams of fat (six of which are saturated). Italian antipasto salads are the worst offenders with all their salami, spicy, ham and cheese. So if you’re going to get a salad, ask for vegetables only.

But eating healthy doesn’t always have to be boring. Worcester Magazine spoke to several local restaurants to get their take on how to cut the calories, and still enjoy a meal out.

Rosalina’s Kitchen on Hamilton Street showed us their unique alternative to the traditional salad. Their Chum Bucket contains a variety of fresh seafood: made with your choice of red or white broth, it is overflowing with haddock, shrimp, mussels and cockles. The dish easily comes in under 500 calories, and contains only healthy fats from the protein. With so few calories, you can even afford to add in a glass of wine for a truly great night.

O’Connor’s on West Boylston Street serves Irish, European and American favourites with a twist. They have house favorites for the health conscious, from cedar plank salmon served with mixed Vegetables and salsetta, to their grilled chicken and quinoa salad, and they prove a tasty night doesn’t always mean a lot of calories. Their kale and quinoa super salad is a mound of beetroot, roasted butternut and feta atop a bed of spring onions, topped with grilled shrimp, dried cranberries and sunflower seeds, and is perfect for an afternoon lunch to fuel the rest of your day.

Rose-Ellen Padavano, chef and owner of Rosalina’s, said, “For the healthconscious person who enjoys dining out, I recommend talking with your server about your diet and ask the chef to make modifications based on your needs.

At Rosalina’s Kitchen, our kitchen is very accommodating and will happily switch things up to please you. Ask and you shall receive.”

But life isn’t always about eating healthy; some nights you just want to Above: The Irish Potato Pizza at O’Connor’s. Below: The Chum Bucket at Rosalina’s Kitchen. forget the calorie counting. Our three restaurants showed us their favourite Opposite page: Fried chicken cutlets smothered in a maple cream sauce topped with apple dishes to forget your diet. wood smoked bacon at Rosalina’s Kitchen.

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• Rosalina’s: “For those who want to splurge, we offer fried chicken cutlets smothered in a maple cream sauce topped with apple wood smoked bacon. This dish is served over a generous portion of pasta. Ringing it at over 900 calories, this is definitely a splurge meal.”

• O’Connor’s: “Our tasty dishes to ditch the diet would be out Genuine Galtee Irish Bangers ‘n Mash. 10 ounces of mild Irish pork sausages pan fried to a golden brown laid out over a rich brown gravy with sautéed mushrooms and onions.

A heaping mound of buttery mashed potatoes and a side of peas.” They also serve, “A hot skillet of Smoked Ham & creamy Cavatappi pasta made with White Cheddar, Parmesan, Romano and Cream cheese. Golden pan-fried Romano breadcrumb encrusted Chicken tops this delicious dish.”

• O’Connor’s is also home to Brendan’s Now Legendary Irish Potato Pizza.

Hand-dug potato skins topped with three cheeses, herbs, real bacon bits, tomato, red peppers, mushrooms and scallions, served with a creamy dip. This isn’t a dish to eat everyday, but perfect for a treat.

So whether you need a night to ditch the diet, or want a healthy treat, you don’t need to look far.

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Urgent care centers on rise, offer option for care to patients

Brendan Egan

The sick have a lot more options these days. If you are looking for treatment to your illness or injury, you no longer have to rely on potentially long wait times in the emergency room. Or maybe your buddy, Steve, who has read WebMD and has a friend with the same symptoms as you and, “I swear, this treatment totally worked for him!”

Worcester is home to two major hospitals, Saint Vincent and UMass Memorial, but it still has its share of full waiting rooms.

In fact, according to projects.propublica. org, you’ll wait a little over an hour, 64 minutes, in the ER at UMass Memorial Medical Center. Your wait is shorter at Saint Vincent Hospital, 33 minutes. It could also be up to three hours before you are sent home from UMass, according to the web site, while a visit from start to finish at St. Vincent could take just as long.

More and more patients are turning to urgent care centers, which according to a 2014 Boston Globe story have been expanding around the state since 2012.

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Dr. Raj Hazarika, chair of Same Day Services at Reliant, oversees operations at area Ready Meds when he is not busy with his own patients.

“Urgent cares in this part of the country are definitely a slightly newer concept,” Hazarika said.

The Shrewsbury location was the first to open up about six years ago. Hazarika has been in his position about three of those years.

There are a number of services offered at the clinics. While not meant to be used in lieu of an emergency room, their treatment capabilities are numerous. Physicians are able to handle anything from basic illnesses to stitching patients and dealing with fractured bones.

Urgent care websites make it known they are not emergency rooms and they are versatile, but they are not equipped to handle everything. They offer a middle ground between the emergency room and primary care physicians.

“A big advantage we have compared to traditional doctors’ offices, we’re open nights and weekends,” said Hazarika.

Urgent care centers are not equipped to handle some of the more serious problems, but can take some of the stress off of emergency room for the non-life threatening issues.

A March 2015 study done for the American College for Emergency Physicians (ACEP) showed an increase in emergency room traffic since the implementation of The Affordable Care Act in March 2010. Results came from 2099 ACEP poll participants, 61 of which were from Massachusetts.

Urgent care clinics seem to be a sort of response for this increased need for emergency rooms and emergency room alternatives. Despite their growing prevalence, the clinics do not actually appear to detract from emergency room visitors.

“In the last year, we haven’t really seen a change in our volume, though we certainly do pay attention to any change or trends,” said Ready, “Typically, on an average day, we see somewhere between 185 and 200 patients,” said Ready. “I can tell you that St. Vincent’s ER sees approximately 70,000 [patients] a year. Some years a little less than that, some years a little more than that.”

Comparatively, Ready Med and the Plantation Street urgent care facility see a total of about 100,000 patients annually.

Both emergency rooms and urgent care clinics strive to improve customer satisfaction. Wait times are a large concern, in either case. With growing numbers of visitors to the ER, hospitals monitor patient walk-outs to make sure they stay below a certain number.

Ready said emergency rooms do their best to keep wait times down. They follow benchmarks set at a national level.

“Emergency departments look for there to be less than one to two percent of . . . patients leaving before they are treated,” Ready said, adding they generally hit the benchmark.

Few patients leave without treatment, he said. Benchmarks are provided by organizations like the ACEP. According to Hazarika, Reliant employs a number of tools to make care easier and more accessible to patients.

“They can check online what our wait times are,” he said. “They can decide if they want to come in right away, or if they want to go to another site.”

Urgent care clinics may be on the rise, but patient numbers indicate they are catering to a different crowd than local emergency rooms. It is also possible people are just more willing to go to seek treatment now that they have insurance.

Considering the relatively short history of these urgent care centers, it might be a little early to see trends in how they affect hospitals, but you can bet both organizations will be watching those numbers closely.

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{ Health&Wellness } Hypnosis for health sometimes dismissed STEVEN KING

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The first thing hypnotists who practice hypnotherapy are quick to clarify is regarding stereotypes.

There is no swinging pocket watch and no magic stare similar to what clients may have seen on TV or at the movies.

“A lot of people may come in here in their first interaction with hypnosis, they only know about what they saw in movies and read in books, which is not a great, fair representation of it,” hypnotist Dan Candell said.

In fact, the average person might enter selfhypnosis regularly.

“Hypnosis is a natural state of mind that we all go through multiple times a day,” hypnotist Bob Martel said, pointing to engrossing movies or difficult tasks. “We have to get through to the subconscious mind if we really want to reprogram our minds for success.”

Martel and Candell are president and vicepresident, respectively, of the Massachusetts chapter of the National Guild of Hypnotists.

Massachusetts is a hotbed of hypnotists, as the NGH was actually founded in Boston in 1950 and its national headquarters are close by.

And although casual observers may lump the practice in with unproven hokum and failed alternative medicines, a session or two may change their minds.

“I have to educate,” Martel said. “We don’t really convince anybody – that’s selling, and that’s not really what this is about. But the word hypnosis conjures up all kinds of images in peoples’ minds.”

Candell does split time between the two branches of hypnosis, doing — in his estimation — 120 stage shows per year. He can get audience members to act like they’re Miley Cyrus in front of dozens of their friends — not a hypothetical, as that exact scenario is the climax of his comedy show — and he insists the reality is simpler than some make it out to be.

“You don’t have to believe in hypnosis, but you have to be willing to be hypnotized,” Candell said. “Hypnosis is not mind control Hypnotist Robert Martel in his Holden office … it looks like you’re controlling people, but continued on page 20

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you’re not. You’re influencing their behaviors, bypassing the analytical mind.”

“It’s basically getting into the part of your mind called the subconscious part of your mind,” Candell continued. “That’s the part of your mind that stores ever single thing you’ve every heard, seen, felt, done, experienced, learned, read and tasted. And based on those things, it composes our perception of reality, it composes what we think and believe to be true.”

The medical endorsement of hypnotherapy has always been a source of debate. For example, according to a 1958 American Medical Association report, “the use of hypnosis had a recognized place in the medical [resources] and is a useful technique in the treatment of certain illnesses when employed by qualified medical and dental personnel,” but the report was later rescinded by the AMA. “Doctors don’t have time to study this,” Martel said. “Many doctors might dismiss it because they don’t know much about it. But it is a valid modality to augment what someone might be getting.”

Martel’s business, Positive Results Hypnosis (positiveresultshypnosis.com) in Holden, has a laundry list of conditions hypnosis can help with. While both Martel and Candell say smoking cessation and weight loss top the list of most common treatments, Martel’s

brochures also list anxiety, procrastination, addiction, stuttering, sex problems, hoarding, nail biting, poor public speaking, poor sports performance, anger, skin disorders, sleeplessness and even warts on a list of things hypnosis can help with.

“When I was going through my initial certification, you would not believe the mindbody connection and the power of it,” Martel said about hypnosis curing warts.

Candell (mahypnosis.com), based in Northboro, lists many of the same problems as examples for his practice. In fact, he first learned hypnosis when he was 13 years old after seeing a stage hypnotist. He had a learning disability, which affected his grades in school. But his parents bought him a few books, he recorded some “suggestions” on a cassette player, and soon enough his grades went up and he got hooked on hypnosis. At 16 years old, he performed his first show in Las Vegas, and he claims that in school as Assumption College he made around $25,000 by charging college students $10 per session for help improving grades – another common hypnosis measure. Now at the point where he is teaching classes on hypnosis to aspiring hypnotists, Candell said it’s important to screen your hypnotist.

“You don’t need a certification to hypnotize people,” Candell said. “You could watch a YouTube video and read a book, and hang a

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I’ve had a lot of clients in here before where they’ve said their friend hypnotized them, but it was really weird. No, no, no, no, no, no, Hypnotist Dan Candell in his no. When you’re Northborough office working with someone’s mind, you want to make sure you’re dealing with a qualified professional.” hypnotists who have their own TV programs Martel has eight years as a hypnotist under in the UK and Australia, it is expanding his belt. Before that, he was a marketing and it’s growing. The enrollment numbers consultant and copywriter, although he said I have in my classes – my first class had the transition came naturally. three people. My next class will have about “A lot of the phraseology and words we use 10 people, the next class will have 15 or 20 to give positives suggestions to people are a people. More people are seeing it, more people lot like influence and persuasion techniques are seeing it as something they can use to we use in marketing,” Martel said. “So it’s a help people.” good marriage, for me.”

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{ Health&Wellness } Online check-ins modernize ER visits

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Modern technology has impacted so many aspects of our lives. Health-wise, the advances are many, and can include devices on your wrist that can monitor your pulse and exercise equipment that offer virtual bicycle rides.

Hospitals, whose job generally is to restore you to health, are not missing out on the action. Online registration is growing in popularity, and by implementing a program called InQuicker for emergency room visits, Worcester’s Saint Vincent Hospital is the first of the city’s two major hospitals to take the plunge.

The result so far has exceeded expectations.

“It is pretty impressive,” said Bob Ready, senior director patient care services & professional development at Saint Vincent Hospital.

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“We had heard from Metrowest they were seeing one to two patients per day, on average, or about 30-40 visits a month via InQuicker,” Ready said. “We were prepared for that.”

In the first month at Saint Vincent, 77 patients registered through InQuicker, according to Ready. Of them, the overwhelming majority, roughly 70 percent, registered using their Smartphone.

As of Jan. 15, 47 patients had used InQuicker in January.

Ready said a third of the patients in December filled out surveys, which reflected 100-percent satisfaction with the program. So far this month, there has been a 90-percent satisfaction rate.

“It’s the here and now,” Ready said.

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consideration to speed up [service in] the emergency department, but nothing is ready to be launched,” she said.

UMass Memorial does have online registration, through ER express, at its three CareWell Urgent Care centers, Spano noted.

There are two centers in Worcester, one in Northborough.

“We’re really trying to get people the best care at the best place as quickly as possible,” she said, adding some injuries or health concerns might be better treated at a walk-in clinic.

UMass Medical Center, Spano noted, is the city’s only Level 1 trauma center, and is not geared specifically toward walk-in patients.

How does InQuicker online registration work? According to Ready, it is a fairly simple process: • The patient goes online to book an appointment • Appointments require at least 60 minutes and may be booked up to five hours in advance • Registration triggers a fax sent to the hospital, which is reviewed by ER staff to ensure it is an appropriate visit (“They would call the patient in an emergency and say, ‘Come in now,” Ready said.)

• The charge nurse notifies the front desk, or triage, nurse • The patient arrives at the scheduled time for check-in Of course, if you had already walked into the ER and were waiting your turn when a patient showed up after, who had registered online, and was ushered to a room, you might be a bit miffed.

“We have information for the triage nurse to tell [that patient] about the program and encourage them to do that,” said Ready. “We haven’t seen much of that in the first month.”

InQuicker is not meant for people having heart attacks, strokes, seizures, or experiencing any other potentially lifethreatening conditions. It is for non-life-

threatening situations, like broken bones, only.

The system works by filtering key words from the symptoms box, along with having actual healthcare providers look over all the online information. Appointment times given are based off of available resources, such as doctors, nurses, other patients and available rooms.

“We’re all aware hosptials can get really busy,” Ready acknowledged. “There can be moments in time when the ER is so busy, it probably wouldn’t make sense to have someone schedule via InQuicker.”

In those instances, the hospital has the ability to block users from registering during specific times.

With the growing popularity of urgent care centers, or walk-ins, Ready acknowledged hospitals are just like any other business in competition.

“We definitely are aware of urgent care centers opening up,” he said. “We want to maintain and sustain our volume of visits, but this program was mainly implemented to provide improved customer service.”

Ready also acknowledged the use of ER’s by some patients in lieu of a personal physician, which can, in turn, drive up health costs.

“I don’t think it’s a concern,” he said, “because we’re seeing these patients, regardless. It’s actually an opportunity to provide the patient with a physician referral. I actually see it as a positive.”

Like many other resources implemented for the first time, time will tell just how popular online check-in proves. So far, said Ready, so good.

“In terms of success, it is a work in progress,” he said, “but all indications thus far are that it is a fairly strong success. We’re seeing patients we might not have otherwise seen.”

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Sex makes you feel good in more ways than one Joshua Lyford

A healthy sex life can have surprising beneficial effects on the day-to-day life of individuals and couples.

Better rest, a more positive attitude, emotional bond-building (and maintaining) are just a few of the perks of a healthy sex life, but there are many more and keeping a relationship sturdy and secure can be difficult without – and benefited by – a well considered-sexual life.

As with most things in a relationship (of any intimate interpersonal kind), communication, trust and understanding tends to be the key to keeping that fire stoked.

Let’s be real, in a consenting scenario between adults, sex is great. It is presumably unnecessary to go into significant detail on the moment to moment action, but it goes beyond the obvious. Naturally, everyone enjoys the orgasm, but did you know that sex (and, to be fair, other sexual activity) can also affect connection, stress, sleep and mental well-being?

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needs to feel good,” explained Dr. Rachel Gaillard Smook, a clinical psychologist at Birchtree Psychology in Northborough.

Smook’s specialty is individual and couples therapy, and she helps people through issues like sexuality, sexual identity, sexual orientation, confidence, relationship concerns, anxiety, pregnancy and parenting.

Smook received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Appalachian State University, her master’s in clinical psychology from Loyola University and her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology.

Smook explained that during sex, especially at the point of orgasm, oxytocin is released in the brain. Oxytocin is sometimes called the “love hormone,” and increases the bond between two people. Essentially, it can make you feel closer to your partner.

Immediately following orgasm, prolactin is released, causing that mellow, euphoric, sleepy feeling. This is in addition to the increased serotonin and endorphin levels.

Serotonin can have a protective affect and endorphins are relaxing and make humans less prone to being overwhelmed by stress.

“There is a huge benefit to an intimate physical connection and touch, even if it

isn’t sex,” said Smook.

Sex is a positively human experience and looking for (or maintaining) a healthy sex life is completely natural and basically, seeking exactly that seems like a more than worthwhile endeavor, provided of course it is in a healthy, mutual and consensual environment.

“Sexuality is a natural and healthy part of being human and is an important component of our physical and emotional development,” said Dr. Jennifer Childs-Roshak, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts. “Everyone who desires sex deserves sex that is consensual, healthy, pleasurable, safe and respectful.

Sex, once you’re ready, should add to your overall health and well-being, not detract from it. No one should be shamed, harassed, or judged because of their personal boundaries or sexual preferences. No one should be pressured, coerced, or manipulated in any sexual situation.”

Still, it is easy to say sex is healthy and beneficial, but what about when a relationship has weathered the test of time, only to see the sexual aspect begin to diminish?

Nothing stands on an island in a relationship and sex can have just as much a connection to communication and connection as anything else, though that certainly isn’t

the only potential issue.

“When a relationship that has had a healthy sexual history starts to have trouble, it’s usually a connection and communication breakdown problem,” said Smook.

“Relationships where there has never been that kind of history, more typically you’re looking at something like body image or self confidence, clinical sexual dysfunction. A lot of times when couples start off with a good sex life and that goes downhill, that speaks to a broader problem within the relationship and the connection of those two people.”

Any number of things can cause an individual or a couple stress on their sexual relationship, which naturally causes stress on the rest of the relationship (and vice-versa). Stress at the office, anxiety, depression, lack of communication, self confidence, or feeling unsafe in a relationship are all very real possible causes. Learning the appropriate vocabulary to talk about your sexuality can be daunting, but, thankfully, it is a learned skill and is important to those with a currently healthy sex life as well as those looking to get things going once again.

“People that have a healthy sex life tend to fall into the trap of thinking they don’t need to find a way to talk about it,” explained Smook. “Talking about it is really

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important. Then, if it begins to not work, or there is an interruption in that part of your relationship, you’re not building from zero.

You’ve developed those skills.”

There is a surprising amount of biology at play behind the scenes. If a couple just had a baby, for example, sex tends to drop off.

This can be caused by a number of reasons, not the least of which is that a human being just came out of you, but, post-pregnancy, estrogen levels go down, which reduces desire. This is similar to what happens during the natural course of the menstrual cycle, with increased and reduced times of interest in conjunction with estrogen. Desire peaks right before ovulation. This explains a bit, but what about those looking to achieve a more fulfilling sex life that may just have connection issues?

“All of those things we enjoy about partners in the beginning of a relationship; wanting to spend time with them, being excited to learn about them and be with them, those are things that tend to fall off,” said Smook. “It can slowly taper off. The trick to rejuvenating that is to go back and focus on rebuilding the connection, that culture of fondness and appreciation. A lot of it is relationship mindfulness. As the re-connection happens in the other parts of the relationship, they usually reconnect sexually, as well.”

Many of the same rules apply to individuals seeking consensual casual sex. Once again, communication is crucial to mutual enjoyment. Regardless of the form the relationship takes, it is bound to sex and intimacy. Keep the lines of communication open, keep one another safe, happy and comfortable and the rest has a tendency to follow along.

“When the relationship is in trouble, usually the sex life is in trouble,” said Smook. “The reason is that it’s a vulnerable activity, people tend not to engage in it so much when they’re not feeling safe in their relationship.

“A healthy sexual relationship does a world of good for the two people in the relationship, if it’s a two person sexual relationship, and also for the individuals themselves.”

Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, or by email at Jlyford@worcestermagazine.com. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts.

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Donna Dufault’s culinary imaginings Joshua Lyford

The world of professional commercial food photography is straightforward in its end-goal, perfectly capturing the most desirable aspects of a particular menu option. Naturally, there are liberties a photographer can take along the way; in general, the food is the focal point and the goal is to present it in the most enticing possible manner.

In commercial food photographer Donna Dufault’s first solo photography show at the Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Road, opening Monday, Jan. 20, the artist aims to let the very real personalities on display in any given kitchen shine through. Not the personalities you might expect, however, she lets the hardware do the talking.

“There is a lot of downtime on set,” said Dufault. “You spend a lot of time arranging lights and that sort of thing, so I would take photographs when I could over the last few years. I found these objects fascinating and beautiful. The dents lead to memories and I am fascinated by how beat up they get over time. They have a great patina to them, I love those details.”

It is difficult to describe in words exactly what Dufault is talking about; her photographs focus on those utilities in any given kitchen that are essential to the operation. The geometric patterns in a row of wine glasses, for example, or 10 year old pots and pans and all the personality that comes along with those years of use – and abuse.

The character earned through years of service is something that interests the artist greatly. While showcasing a selection of the 44 works that will be on display, before hanging the exhibit, she pointed to a particularly worn shaker and referenced “wabi-sabi,” the Japanese philosophy of accepting wear, tear and imperfections in an object.

“You use something over and over again until the wear is part of the object,” said Dufault. “You mend it, rather than get rid of it. The chefs feel the same way, you never through it away.”

It is surprising how well photographs of culinary objects fit in on the walls of the Center for Crafts Krikorian Gallery walls, but they do, and it works well.

“We wanted to do this show because Donna has a great photographic eye,” said Honee

Hess, executive director of the center. “She has a perspective on things you might normally walk past, there is a reflection on the ordinary.”

Which makes a lot of sense, considering Dufault’s day job as a commercial photographer alongside her husband, Scott Erb. When we work our day job, photography for business, they have a certain idea in mind.” she said. “It’s very produced. This is about finding surprises around me.”

The waiter who put the wine glasses down on a table was likely too busy working to stop and notice the appeal in the curve of the glass; the chef probably didn’t get the opportunity to stop and think about the character in the longabused pots and pans in his or her periphery.

“These are the things they use to make food and the food is beautiful and delicious, but you can’t do that without these tools, you have to have these tools,” explained Dufault.

“The waiter who put these down on the table probably never saw that angle.”

That relationship between the food creators, service workers, the tools they utilize and the final product is important to the story Dufault is telling through Culinary Imaginings and that is evident with the Monday exhibition opening, as Dufault has invited the chefs from kitchens she has photographed and a Friday or Saturday opening would make it impossible for those to attend.

The personalities in various restaurants are on display in interesting ways in this show, as it is the particularly subtle touches that make the objects stand out “The light in a lot of restaurants is fairly dark,” said Dufault. “It’s low-light situations, you have to have very steady hands. Every restaurant has different colors and backgrounds, it’s really fun to play around with.”

Head to the Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Road, for its presentation of Donna Dufault’s first solo photography show, Culinary Imaginings. The opening event is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 20 in the Krikorian Gallery from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Following the opening, there will be a “culinary storytelling” program called “Hungry Minds” Monday, Feb. 1 at 5:30 p.m. with Dufault, as well as local speakers like Chris Rovezzi of Rovezzi’s in Sturbridge, professional storyteller Brendyn Schneider, publisher of Foodies of New England Magazine, Domenic Mercurio and chef Alina Eisenhauer, owner of Sweet Bar and Kitchen.

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Lion Dance team roars to success PHOTOS/STEVEN KING

Joshua Lyford

Lion dancing is a traditional dance developed in Asia just about the same time history began to be recorded, and while there are regional differences in dance style internationally, locally, Worcester plays host to the Imperial Lion Dance Team.

Formerly the Nhu Thanh Lion Dance Team, which operates via the Nhu Thanh Group at the Pho Hien Buddhist Temple, 96 Dewey St., the team is taking competitions by storm.

On its surface, the lion dance is entertainment and excitement in stylish rhythm, but under the elaborate lion costumes there are valuable lessons in hard work, determination and dedication.

“If you want to be really good at lion dancing, it takes a tremendous amount of time, patience and dedication,” head coach Hung Nguyen said.

Nguyen isn’t kidding when he speaks about patience and time.

The time commitment for the level of skill required in a competent, let alone successful, lion dance team is epic. Everyone involved on the Imperial team works, goes to school, or both. This includes high school up to college students.

“It’s a passion,” Nguyen added.

“We go to work and afterwards, we come here to prepare.”

That passion seems to be paying off. The team formed back in 2003 as a labor of love activity for a very small group.

“It was a small group of friends that came together to practice the lion dance just on a ‘for-fun’ basis,” said Nguyen.

Fast forward to 2008, when the team decided to tighten the straps and get serious.

“In 2008 we stumbled on a video of an international lion dance competition in Malaysia,” Nguyen said. “All different countries were in this competition. We saw that and said, ‘Wow, we want that.’ It took a lot of dedication and hard work.”

Since jumping to the next level, the team has become the three-time New England Lion Dance Competition champions.

“For most of us, a lot of these guys, we want to be the best,” said assistant coach Hung Ngo. “We strive to be number one.”

The amount of time they spend practicing is staggering, especially considering the

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Above, a drummer twirls his sticks during a Lion Dance routine. At left, lion tail Minh Ly hoists Khang Ta to the ceiling. Below, Justin Lam takes a break between routines.

difficult professional tracks many of the team members and coaching staff have taken.

Nguyen works for the City of Worcester’s Executive Office of Economic Development and Ngo is a student at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Still, the passion has begun to pay off.

“A lot of teams are looking up and saying wow, this team is taking it to another level,” said Ngo. “We really want to raise awareness, we want to make lion dancing as big as possible.”

In parts of Asia, lion dancing is highly respected and sought after. Locally, however, lion dancing is not nearly on that level of popularity. There is a push to increase awareness, however, that is picking up steam.

“There’s a push in Asia for it to be an Olympic sport,” said Nguyen. “We want that awareness, it’s not just an artistic cultural hobby, it’s a sport. It motivates all of our members. It’s great for the members and the youth.”

Some of the competitive Asian teams have endorsements and sponsors, allowing them to spend a nearly infinite amount of time dialing in their routines. A New England-based team doesn’t have that. What they both share is the connection to their lion counterparts.

“Every lion has a spirit in it,” explained Nguyen. “When they’re competing, they have their own rituals with it. You’re representing your culture.”

The Imperial Lion Dance Team has proven their skills in the New England Lion Dance Competition in Boston against teams from all over, including New York City. This spring, they plan on competing in a national competition in Colorado. One day, they hope to compete internationally.

“We share the exact same mentality as the Patriots,” said Nguyen. “If we’re going, we want to win and represent the United States, the state and Worcester.”

To check out the Imperial Lion Dance Team for yourself, catch them in person at this year’s Vietnamese New Years event on Jan. 24 at North High School, 150 Harrington Way. The Imperial team will be performing as well as the South East Asian Coalition team. You can find out more information on the team online at Nhu Thanh’s website, Nhuthanhgroup.com, and if I may, I would advise you check out some videos of the team for yourself on YouTube, it is a sight to see.

The Imperial Dance team is launching a new website, Imperialdance.com, shortly.

Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, or by email at Jlyford@worcestermagazine.com. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts.

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Reflecting on David Bowie’s legacy SUBMITTED

Bowie. I would focus on that paper and just go at it. I would feel like I was becoming him while I was drawing him. If my mom had called me down to dinner, she had a long wait.”

She paused to sigh occasionally while describing the experience.

“The one with the cap and the jacket,” Weinstein continued. “I had first moved to Worcester. I was sitting on my bed, just incessantly drawing. That one is pastels. It ended up being on display at the Stage Door.”

These drawings exemplify the power of Bowie’s influence over Weinstein. There were many others like her who fell under the spell.

“He was a compulsive creator, and he created right up until the end,” Weinstein observed. She mentioned his ability to outrace his demons. “He wouldn’t allow himself to burn out. He was relentless. He pulled himself out of drugs and alcohol more than once.”

Each phase of Bowie’s career carried with it whatever was happening in his private life. He battled a vicious cocaine habit while recording “Station to Station,” and it continued through his so-called Germany trilogy of albums, including the acclaimed “Low,” as well as the classic “Heroes.” Once he cleaned up his habit, he blasted into the 80s a full-fledged MTV star, enjoying huge success with “Let’s Dance.”

After two more follow up albums and giant tours, he grew disenchanted with mega stardom. His creative muse surfaced again heading into the nineties, and his personal life settled considerably with his marriage to supermodel Iman.

Bowie shut down his career in 2003 for 10 Sherry Weinstein’s devotion to David years. He virtually disappeared from sight. In Bowie led her to create several draw2013, he reemerged with the acclaimed album, ings of the musician, including these.

“The Next Day.” It was a statement that he had not lost his touch. Then came Blackstar, Bowie’s fans were mesmerized by his the remarkable final chapter of his career. surprising new personas. From Ziggy Stardust For a year and a half, Bowie knew the to Aladdin Sane, to the suited soul strutter end was near, as he battled liver cancer. The on “Young Americans,” he kept shedding and new recording was apparently purposefully adopting personalities like a chameleon. It designed as a closing statement, the song was incredibly daring. In a business which Lazarus dealing directly with death. It coveted replicating a successful formula, includes the lines: “Look up here, I’m in Bowie would have none of it. The young heaven. I’ve got scars that can’t be seen.” musicians in the local music scene took Weinstein, a believer in the afterlife, is sure notice. His influence is insurmountable.

Bowie is still with us.

Weinstein expressed her devotion in other “His star is shining so brightly. He’s a ways, too. An accomplished artist, she created supernova,” she said. “I believe his life a handful of pastel drawings of her hero continues on the other side.” back in the early days. Reprinted along with Statements like that put an exclamation this article, the drawings are painstakingly point on David Bowie’s influence. He went accurate, capturing every detail of the look. I far beyond just being a rock star. His deep asked her to recall the circumstances of each exploring, gender-bending, envelope-pushing drawing. career blew the doors off of conventional “The black and white one,” she said. “Yeah, I thinking. A true artist until the very end, his would sit with my headphones on and listen to legacy stands tall.

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Standing beside singer Mike Lynch, who had a touch of androgyny himself, we strutted our stuff to the strains of Bowie, absorbing the power of his music.

As each album came on the market,

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Worcester resident Sherrye Weinstein remembers well the first time she saw a David Bowie concert.

“It hit me like a meteor! I was awestruck,” she gushed. “It was the ‘human’ experience meets the ‘divine’ experience.”

Weinstein, who moved permanently to Worcester in the '80s, was living in south New Jersey at the time, and the show was at Philadelphia’s famed Tower Theatre.

“When I left the theatre, I couldn’t talk,” she said. “My friends were laughing.”

She claims to have seen Bowie in concert

probably more than 100 times since then.

This kind of devotion is commonplace among David Bowie aficionados. Since that fateful evening, Weinstein has devoured everything ‘Bowie’ that crosses her path.

“It turned my life around in so many ways,” she said. “It opened up my consciousness much further than it already was. I already had been leaning toward the mystical. He made me see life that was so much beyond the confines of everyday, mundane routine.”

I also recall being deeply influenced by David Bowie. As guitarist of the local rock band Albatross, I felt his presence from another angle. The band performed a healthy dose of Bowie songs throughout the '70s, including “Moonage Daydream,” “Suffragette

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Here’s a little pop quiz: Which of the following scenes from movies based on historical events actually happened, and which were fabricated?

• “JFK”: A mysterious whistle blower, portrayed by Donald Sutherland, divulges a vast military-industrial plot to murder John F. Kennedy that is so unassailable it spurs New Orleans District Attorney Jim Garrison (Kevin Costner) to pursue the only prosecution connected to the assassination.

• “Argo”: Six Americans seeking escape from Iran during the U.S. hostage crisis in 1980 make it to the Tehran airport undetected. Just as their plane taxis down the runway, Iranian soldiers alerted to their true identities give chase, but can’t reach the plane as it achieves takeoff.

• “Bridge of Spies”: Cold War-era attorney James Donovan (Tom Hanks) agrees to defend a Soviet spy in court then learns just how unpopular that decision is when someone shoots out his living room windows.

As you may have figured out by now, it’s a trick question. None of the above happened.

The screenwriters and directors embellished the stories with events that never occurred, or, in the case of “JFK,” inventing a character (none too subtly named X) to deliver the labyrinthine conspiracy theory.

Also for the record, the real Alan Turing did not single handedly crack the Nazi code as he does in “The Imitation Game”; wrestler Mark Schultz insists he did not have a sexual relationship with millionaire benefactor, John du Pont, as is implied in “Foxcatcher”; and Connecticut’s congressional delegation did not vote to retain slavery, as it astonishingly did in “Lincoln.”

So does the knowledge that facts have been fudged affect your appreciation for any of these movies, even if the use of composite characters, compressed time frames, and outright fabrications to enhance dramatic effect is as old as the films of D.W. Griffith?

It’s a question I’ve been pondering since the announcement of this year’s Academy Award nominations. Among the best picture nominees several are “based on” or “inspired by” actual events, which can be dangerous territory for a movie. “Zero Dark Thirty” and “Selma” earned major Academy snubs when objections were raised about their veracity — the controversies seemed to suck the oxygen out of those movies’ Oscar chances in the

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major categories.

What about this year? “Spotlight,” a chronicle of The Boston Globe’s investigation of the Catholic Church sex abuse scandal, has drawn heat from several people who claim they were misrepresented in the film. “The Big Short” mixes hard fact and rollicking fiction to tell the story of the financial crisis, and “Bridge of Spies” is a noble, if not always fully true, rendering of the 1962 Gary Powers-for-Rudolph Abel spy swap between the U.S. and Soviet Union.

Then there’s “The Revenant.” I recently received a letter from a reader arguing the film’s depiction of real-life frontiersman Hugh Glass’ 200-mile crawl across the plains after being mauled by a bear veers so far from the historical record, there’s no logical reason to link the story to Glass at all. The writer, who clearly has done his research, checks off a litany of factual errors, including that Glass (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) made his odyssey in the summer, rather than the winter, and that he almost certainly wasn’t a husband and father — a key element in the film.

“Why, then, if you plan to take so much artistic license that the historical connection is non-existent, call the protagonist ‘Hugh Glass’ to begin with,” he asks. “Make it a work of fiction from scratch.”

He makes a valid point. But writer-director Alejandro Iñárritu has rightly calculated that, with the passage of nearly two centuries since the original incident, few in the Academy will cry wolf over a few storytelling liberties. And when it comes to casting a vote for Leo, they won’t care.

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When I asked two of my friends to join me for dinner at The Inn at Woodstock Hill, we didn’t know what to expect. For one thing, this trip constituted a 30-minute drive outside the city and neither of them seemed overly eager to trek so far south on a perfectly good Saturday night.

Their hesitations were for naught. Our evening at The Inn at Woodstock Hill proved to be the most relaxing meal that I’ve had in months and it was all thanks to Herb.

Herb is the sort of fine dining server who takes you to another time and place. He has worked the front of the house at The Inn at

Woodstock Hill for nineteen years. At one point during our meal he referred to my male friend as “sire.” Herb is classy as, well, filet mignon.

The first thing that struck me when we walked into the front parlor was the wallpaper – pale green and covered in an exotic bird print. It felt like an overpriced blouse from Anthropology had jumped right onto the walls and I had to have it.

An attendant took our coats and led us to a table for three, nestled among a piano, a fireplace, and a smattering of potted plants and candelabras. That’s when we first laid eyes on Herb. He handed us an iPad to help navigate the wine list and welcomed us to the historic inn, built in 1816.

With a few swipes of her finger, my friend landed on the organic wine selections and picked out the 2010 Frey Petite Syrah. Herb obliged, presenting the bottle with great finesse and pouring three glasses in perfect measure.

Next, he walked us carefully through the specials and checked in with the only other table in the dining room – a husband who had taken his wife out on the town for her annual 39th birthday celebration. We ordered artichoke bottoms for the table and salads and

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my friend wandered the first floor of the inn, returning with an ancient copy of Grimm’s Fairy Tales in hand.

“I found a library!” she exclaimed. She has real knack for excavation and not a shy bone in her body.

“Fairy tales?” I asked.

“It was between this and a book called ‘Is My Baby Alright,’” she explained.

We all nodded in agreement and indulged her in a read along until Herb reappeared with

the artichoke bottoms, stuffed with sautéed tomatoes and garlicky spinach and broiled with goat cheese. My Asian salad arrived shortly after, tossed with crispy noodles, sunflower seeds, pickled ginger and almonds in a honey ginger dressing. Everything was perfectly dressed and marvelously seasoned, a tribute to Chef Bellavance.

In the meantime, our fellow diners across the way were wrapping up their meal, but Herb was not one to let a birthday go unrecognized. Before we knew it, he was maneuvering toward the lady of the hour with

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a slice of salted caramel cake containing a firework that spouted an impressive stream of sparks. Perhaps we should have feared for our lives, but instead we sang, “Happy Birthday.”

When our entrées arrived, the portions were massive. I admired my friend’s heaping dish of ruby beet and wild mushroom risotto served with fresh herbs, grated Romano and black truffle sea salt. Herb set down my own entrée, the mixed grill, compiled of venison medallions, roasted duck, sweet potato purée and mixed vegetables. In true gentlemanly fashion, Herb placed the “sire’s” dish last,

revealing mushroom ravioli topped with feta cheese and sun dried tomatoes.

Before calling it quits, we asked Herb to bring us his favorite dessert – the triple chocolate cake. The table across the way insisted that we also try the salted caramel cake and after minimal arm-twisting, we obliged.

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Our total bill was $148.

The Inn at Woodstock Hill is like a window into another decade. Pay Herb a visit and indulge in a little time travel.

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LUX + WiRED + Other Than Boston jazz/soul/funk. 21+ with proper ID Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

Open Mic Most Thursdays @ Barbers North. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently singed recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8438.

Ballroom Songwriter Series. Each month we will be presenting the best new singer-songwriters in our area. Annie Brobst is currently performing with various local musicians, where she debuts her newest original projects in acoustic and full band form. She’s had the wonderful opportunity of opening for country stars such as: Gretchen Wilson, Eli Young Band, Lee Brice, Joe Nichols, Phil Vassar, Craig Campbell, Casey James, Jaida Dreyer, Thompson Square, Krystal Keith, Dustin Lynch, and J.T. Hodges. Most of her original songs are stories from her life, with a consistent Pop/Country sound. Marina Evans combines strong, sultry vocals, unusual melodies, and clever lyrics into a sound entirely her own. Since her start in her hometown of Rockport, Massachusetts, Marina has toured and recorded across the United States, in London, and in Florence, Italy, supporting such folk legends as Judy Collins, Jonathan Edwards, Loudon Wainwright III, and Ellis Paul. $10 advance; $15 day of show. 7-10 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Ballroom, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com Joe Macey. 7-10 p.m. Olde Post Office ub, 1 Ray St., North Grafton. 508-839-6106 or joemacey.com Dan Cormier. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580.

Jay Graham. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Square, Leominster. 978-534-5900.

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Audio Wasabi. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

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Open Mic. Open to musicians, poets, comedians or anyone with a talent! Hosted by Stephen Wright. 6-9 p.m. Nu Cafe, 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800 or nucafe.com Alias Draliaus. Duo Acoustics N/A. 7-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

JAZZED UP Featuring Mauro DePasquale. JAZZED UP Trio featuring Mauro DePasquale performs “The Sweetest Music This Side of Heaven” a romantic blend of jazz classics and American Songbook Favorites. If you like Sinatra, Bennett, Buble’, and Connick Jr., you will Thank Friday its Nat 5:30pm to 7:30pm, then Niki down and enjoy the craic $0. 7:30-11 p.m. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & LOVE JAZZED UP ! At 7-10 Fish Restaurant and Wine Bar, Marlboro Luparelli & Dan Burke! James Bond Night! Two Shows! Restaurant, 19 Temple St. 508-792-3700.

MA No Cover. 7-10 p.m. FISH, 29 South Bolton St., Marlborough.

8pm then again at 10pm! $10 Cover. $10 Cover. 5:30 p.m.-2 Brett Casavant. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & 508-460-3474. a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580.

Live Music with The Blushing Brides. Spend a night with Bill McCarthy Every Friday at Barbers Crossing North. Hit The Bus. 8-11 p.m. The Westender, 493 Boston Post Road the Blushing Brides. They are the ultimate Rolling Stones Experience!

Now catch Bill McCarthy playing his heart out every Friday at Barbers West, Marlborough. 508-485-1185. $20/pp. 7:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Fireflys / Dante’s, 350 East Main St., North (Sterling, MA) @6:30pm Visit: BillMcCarthyMusic.com for info. Jodee & Brian. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Mill 185, 185 West Boylston Marlborough. 508-357-8883.

Free! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, St., West Boylston. 774-261-8585.

SPM Concert - The Magic of Melody. From the great Sterling. 978-422-8438.

Live Music. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster German musical tradition three works that couldn’t be more different Dan Kirouac solo/acoustic. Dan has been part of the regional Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484. or more appealing. Mozart’s playful majesty, Schumann’s intensely music scene for thirty years. When not busy with the tribute Live Bands. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., poetic writing for the sonorous cello, and an orchestral jaunt through band Beatles For Sale, his solo performances showcase vocals Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Wagner’s great comedic opera guarantee to uplift the soul. • Mozart accompanied by a six-string acoustic guitar. From the one-hit Coyotes. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. Overture to the Magic Flute • Schumann Cello Concerto, Jonah wonders to the lost classics, from the 1960s to today, every show is 508-853-1350.

Ellsworth, solo cello • Wagner (arr. de Vlieger) Meistersinger, an a different experience, drawing from almost 500 contemporary and Doctor Robert. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Sqare, Orchestral Tribute Join us for a pre-concert lecture at 6:30 PM. free oldie songs. More information at dankirouac.com. Free. 6:30-8:30 Leominster. 978-534-5900. for students grades 12 and under; Adults - $25; Seniors - $20. 7:30p.m. The Harvest Grille, 1 Princeton St., Jefferson. 774-345-4058.

How Bizarre! (90’s tribute). Get here for a great night of your 9:30 p.m. Hudson High School, Auditorium, 69 Brigham St., Hudson.

Brian Richard. 7-11 p.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508favorite 90’s hits! 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 978-562-0939 or eventbrite.com 304-6044.

Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420.

Josh Bosquet benefit - Kind Buds, Neighborhood Christian Music Cafe Night. January 2016 events Jan 1: Karaoke. Karaoke by DJ Nancy of Star Sound Entertainment 9 Formula. 21+ with proper ID Doors at 6 Music starts at 9 $15 Movie night! - Showing “Do You Believe” new release from the p.m.-1:30 a.m. Danger Zone Saloon, 948 Main St., Warren. 413suggested donation. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. producers and writers of “Gods Not Dead” Jan 8th - 10th : Fire in 436-7115.

508-799-0629 or find them on acebook. the Spirit with Pastor David Hayner - Join us Friday and Saturday Karaoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg.

AfterFab: The Beatles Solo Years. AfterFab is America’s only night and Sunday Morning as David ministers the Grace and Power 978-345-5051. tribute to the solo years of all four Beatles - and their unique concept of God. David is the cousin of Dwayne Johnson AKA “The Rock” Ross McGuinness. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. South Side Grille & Margarita has fans buzzing. The genius of The Beatles didn’t stop with “Abbey 15th: Patti Dahl & Heartsong - A country gospel group Hailing from Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 978-632-1057.

Road,” and AfterFab brings the brilliant solo careers of Lennon, CT delivers “upbeat ministry for a beat up world” 23rd: Nate Fiorino: Souls on Fire. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. McCartney, Harrison, and Starr to life with high energy and high 15 year old worship leader will from Waterford NY will bring us into 508-793-0900. fideli y to the original recordings. Over 70 hit singles and numerous Gods presence 29th: Open Mic - bring your talents and giftings and The Cosby Sweaters. No cover charge, 21+. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. iconic tracks compose one of the best-loved classic-rock canons use them for the Glory of God. If you have a gift to sing, play an Drafter’s Sports Cafe, 325 Chase Ave, Dudley. 508-671-9053. ever, from “Band on the Run” and “It Don’t Come Easy” to “Imagine,” instrument, dance, write poetry, or any other gift that you want to use The Jennifer Lee Band. Alternative / Indie / Alternative “What Is Life” and dozens more. $20 advance; $24 day of show. to bless the body of Christ, this is your chance to shine for the Lord! Rock $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or 8-11 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Sawtelle Room, 215 Great Road, Free. 7-10 p.m. Mill Church Cafe, 45 River St., Millbury. 508-864reverbnation.com Shirley. 978-425-4311 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com 5658 or millchurch.org Lavender Restaurant Karaoke. Join Magic Mike Entertainment Bill McCarthy. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Mill 185, 185 West Boylston St., A Night of History, A Night of Song. The Northborough DJ’s for Karaoke Night every Friday & Saturday Night! Free. 9:30 West Boylston. 774-261-8585.

Historical Society presents its December program: “Pearl Harbor: A p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury.

Brian & Captain. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Date Which Will Live in Infamy” on Friday, December 4 at 7:30pm. magicmikeentertainment.com Sqare, Leominster. 978-534-5900.

Seventy-four years ago, December 7, 1941, FDR declared the DJ (21+) Canal. N/A. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, Drivin’ Blind. 8-11 p.m. The Westender, 493 Boston Post Road attack on Pearl Harbor as a “A Date Which Will Live in Infamy”.

65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

West, Marlborough. 508-485-1185.

In his dramatic presentation, Professor Gary Hylander recounts DJ One 3. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Perfect Game Sports Grill and Lounge, Live Music. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster the facts of this historic event. Meetings are held at the Historical 64 Water St. 508-792-4263.

Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484.

Society building, 52 Main Street (corner of Main and School Streets) Live Bands. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., >Saturday 23 in Northborough. There is no charge to attend. All are welcome.

Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Winter Open House & Instrument Petting Zoo. Please join Windfall. Windfall has performed throughout NE bringing high Free. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main St., us for our annual Winter Open House! This is a great opportunity to Northborough. 508-393-6298 or northboroughhistoricalsociety.org energy fun to every performance. Check us out at windfallrock.com try instruments out as part of our instrument petting zoo, meet our Chamber Music Cornucopia! Join CHSO Director and 8:30 p.m.-midnight Olde Post Office ub, 1 Ray St., North Grafton. teachers, learn more about lessons and classes at our school and Clarinetist Paul Surapine & Friends for an evening of exciting and 508-839-6106. to register for lessons and classes. Special offer for new students varied mixed instrumental works including the Prokofiev Quintet for Best - Live Bands. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed who register at the open house - come check it out to learn more!

Winds and Strings. $19 per concert, $50 per season. 7:30-9 p.m.

St., Marlborough. 508-439-9314.

Snow Date is Sun. Jan. 24 from 1-3pm. Please check our website at David Bazin & Blues Junction. Live Music: Blues & Classic Alternatives Whitin Mill Complex: GB and Lexi Singh Performance Center, 60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville. 508-478-5924 or claflinhill.org worcestermusicacademy.com for weather updates the day of. Free.

Rock and Dancing. No Cover. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Wheelock Inn, 82 1-3 p.m. Worcester Music Academy, 11 Irving St. 508-635-6900 or Wheelock Ave., Millbury. davidbazinmusic.com Live Music with the Band Of Brothers. No Cover Free.

7:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Fireflys / Dante’s, 350 East Main St., Marlborough. worcestermusicacademy.com Guru of Blues. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. South Side Grille & Margarita Josh Bousquet Benefit Concert - The Kind Buds - The Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 978-632-1057.

508-357-8883.

The McCrites band. the McCrites have been regulars in Grafton, Lovelights - Neighborhood Formula. 21 plus doors at 6pm H2 & The Groove. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove music at 7pm $15 suggested donation $15 suggested donation.

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p.m.-midnight Shangri La, 50 Front St. 508-798-0888.

Live Band Karaoke with Fingercuff. Live Band Karaoke with Fingercuff is coming to Worcester at the Nines! It’s Karaoke with a live band! Over 300 songs to choose from. Check out loveshackmusic. com for a complete song list and more info 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The Nines Neighborhood Bar, 136 Millbury St. 508-340-0318.

Silverbacks. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350.

Teeter Totter. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750.

The Rusty Mikes. A Vintage Blues Band...Blues with a feeling.

This band is amazing, a must see event! $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or rustymikes.com Tyra Penn and Her Army of Snakes! 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Way Up South. Southern rock hits all night long! 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough.

508-842-8420.

Lavender Restaurant Karaoke. Join Magic Mike Entertainment DJ’s for Karaoke Night every Friday & Saturday Night! Free. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. magicmikeentertainment.com DJ (21+) Canal. N/A. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

DJ Reckless. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Perfect Game Sports Grill and Lounge, 64 Water St. 508-792-4263.

DJ’s. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-3046044.

Russo Brothers Jazz Qintet. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035.

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With One Voice. Assabet Valley Chambersingers (Dr. Robert Eaton, Dir.)& Shir Joy Chorus of MA (Wendy Damoulakis, Dir.) will present a concert to benefit the estborough Pastoral Counseling Center, featuring Renaissance Madrigals, Folk Songs, Vocal Jazz and Hebrew Songs. A delightful way to brighten a Winter afternoon Freewill Offering for W’boro Pastoral Counseling Center. 3-4:30 p.m.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Westborough, 183 West Main St., Westborough. 978-562-9838.

SPM Concert - The Magic of Melody. From the great German musical tradition three works that couldn’t be more different or more appealing. Mozart’s playful majesty, Schumann’s intensely poetic writing for the sonorous cello, and an orchestral jaunt through Wagner’s great comedic opera guarantee to uplift the soul. - Mozart Overture to the Magic Flute - Schumann Cello Concerto, Jonah Ellsworth, solo cello - Wagner (arr. de Vlieger) Meistersinger, an Orchestral Tribute Join us for a pre-concert lecture at 6:30 PM. free for students grades 12 and under; Adults - $25; Seniors - $20. 3:305:30 p.m. Mill Pond School Westborough, Auditorium, 6 Olde Hickory Path, Westborough. 978-562-0939 or eventbrite.com Big Jon Short. 5-8 p.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-7529439.

McCrites at 5pm! Then Andy Cummings at 8:30pm! 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-7534030.

Jim’s Sunday Blues Jam. Every week, Jim Perry hosts the best blues jam around, and brings in very special guest performers.

No cover. 6-10 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-8531350.

Open Mic Sundays @ Plaza Azteca! To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/

operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 6-9 p.m. Plaza Azteca, 539 Lincoln St. Dancin’ Dead Sundays. 21+ with proper ID Weekly tribute to the Grateful Dead $5 . 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

Blue Light Bandits. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035.

Karaoke w/ Royal Crown. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750.

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Open mic/Open deck hosted by Kroma Kode! 21 plus, Free Open : Worcester is an open mic and open decks event at The Electric Haze every Monday night. Hosted by Kroma Kode Open Mic 8-10 Open Decks 10-1 Sign-up for slots starts at the venue at 7:30 and is first come first s ve. House equipment for DJs: Numark M3 Mixer Please bring your own equipment! All music welcome!

Collaboration is encouraged! 21+, Free Entry $5 for 2 Pints of Naragansett Free. 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508799-0629 or find them on acebook.

Open Mic/Open Decks hosted by Kroma Kode. 21+ with proper ID Sign-up for slots starts at the venue at 7:30 and is first come first se ve. Open Mic 8-10 Open Decs 10-1 House equipment for DJs: Numark M3 Mixer Please bring your own equipment! Free. 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

Blue Mondays - Live Blues. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

The Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., presents “Arms and Armor: 14th Century Knight” Saturday, Jan. 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the conference room.

Learn about the Hundred Years War, the Bubonic plague and more during this free program.

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Storytime. Join us every week for storytime. Visit bn.com for details. Free. 11-11:30 a.m. Barnes & Noble Booksellers - Millbury, 70 Worcester Providence Turnpike, Millbury. 508-865-2801 or bn.com Chillin Tuesday & Wild Wednesday. It’s all about you!

Tuesdays tend to be more chill and Wednesday’s more wild, but you never know what will be going on. Indoor Cornhole boards, Darts, Board games, Cards, Jukebox wars and more. Make our place your place. 7-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

Vertigo Trivia Night. Free to play and great prizes! Free. 7-10 p.m. Vintage Grille, 346 Shrewsbury St. 508-752-0558.

Open Rehearsals. The Master Singers of Worcester (MSW) welcomes new singers in all voice parts. MSW is a choral group of approximately 30 singers. We rehearse weekly on Tuesday evening.

If you enjoy learning and singing a variety of musical styles, then come join us! Prior choral experience, and sight reading ability or ease at learning quickly is recommended. Join us to perform in our final conce t of the 2015-16 season: “Jubilant Spring” Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 7:30 PM First Unitarian Church, 90 Main St., Worcester Concert Description: The Master Singers kick off their fortieth anniversary year with a performance of works by renowned and current composers, including Bob Chilcott’s enchanting “The Miracle of Spring”, the hauntingly meditative “Safe to Port” by Michael Hoppe, and Norman Dello Joio’s energetic “A Jubilant Song.” The concert will close with the New England premiere of the Afro-Cuban inspired folk mass, “Suite Criolla”, by Juan Ramirez, with tenor soloist, Ray Bauwens, Latin-styled percussion and other instruments. None. 7:159:30 p.m. First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury, Gifford Hall, 19 Church Road, Shrewsbury. 508-842-1349 or mswma.org Band of the Royal Marines and the Pipes, Drums & Highland Dancers of the Scots Guards. Featuring the Band of the Royal Marines and the Pipes, Drums & Highland Dancers

of the Scots Guards In their distinguishing white helmets, Royal Marines Bands are celebrated for the quality of their music, visual grandeur and precision drill. On the concert platform they enjoy a similar reputation ensuring their continuing popularity with their audiences. The Band’s repertoire includes popular classics, Big Band, stimulating contemporary works and entertaining solo features. The Corps of Drums bring movement, colour and the tradition of the ceremonial occasions integral to the Royal Marines. Most members of the Band play at least two instruments and are required to perform in wind band, marching band, big band, orchestral and dance band combinations. They also provide jazz, string and woodwind ensembles, making the Royal Marines musician one of the most versatile and adept in military music. The Scots Guards regiment was originally 1642. Precise origin of the band itself are unknown but there is mention as early as 1716. During WWI and WWII they entertained troops, and were the only Foot Guards Band to be deployed on active service in the Gulf War. The band travels the world over, performing to great acclaim. Music Worcester is proud to have them return once again. Adults $49, Students $17.50, Youth $7.50.

Ticket fees apply. Series and other discounts apply. 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or musicworcester.org Tuesday Open Mic Night @ Greendale’s Pub with Bill McCarthy Local Musicians Showcase! To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly any supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or find them on acebook.

Dam Chick Singer! 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Hip Hop Tuesdays with Ace of Blaze. 21+ with proper ID Hookah share and pong tournament! $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

Open Mic Tuesday w/ Key Performance. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750.

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Amanda Cote. 5-7:30 p.m. The Westender, 493 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough. 508-485-1185.

Chillin Tuesday & Wild Wednesday. It’s all about you!

Tuesdays tend to be more chill and Wednesday’s more wild, but you never know what will be going on. Indoor Cornhole boards, Darts, Board games, Cards, Jukebox wars and more. Make our place your place. 7-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

Duotone Instrumental Guitar Duo! Free. 7-9:30 p.m. Sahara Cafe & Restaurant, 143 Highland St. 508-798-2181.

Wednesday Night Open Mic/Local Musicians’ Showcase w/ Bill McCarthy @ Guiseppes. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 7:30-10:30 p.m. Guiseppe’s Grille, 35 Solomon Pond Road, Northborough. 508-393-4405 or find them on Facebook.

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AriBand! 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Karaoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-3046044.

Karaoke w/ Royal Crown. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750.

Ricky Duran. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place.

508-459-9035.

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ADC Performance Center (@ The Artist Development Complex), 18 Mill St., Southbridge. 508-764-6900 or adcmusic. com

A Chamber Music Cornucopia, staged by Claflin Hill, will be held Friday, Jan. 22, 7:30-9 p.m., at Alternatives in the Whitin Mill Complex, 60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville.

Join clarinetist Paul Surapine and friends for an evening of mixed instrumental works, including the Prokofiev Quintet for Winds and Strings. The cost is $19 per concert, $50 per season. For more information, visit claflinhill.org, email marketing@ alternativesnet.org or call 508-478-5924.

Anna Maria College, 50 Sunset Lane, Paxton. 508-849-3300 or annamaria.edu ArtsWorcester, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 1-4 p.m.

Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday.

Admission: Free. 660 Main St. 508-755-5142 or artsworcester.org Asa Waters Mansion, Admission: $3 for guided tour $7-10 for tea. 123 Elm St., Millbury. 508-865-0855 or asawaters.org Assumption College: Emmanuel d’Alzon Library, 500 Salisbury St. 508-767-7272 or assumption.edu Booklovers’ Gourmet, The strange and unusual work of Michael Kangas Bizzare Koffin Art, Through Jan. 30. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232 or er3.com Clark University: University Gallery, Hours: noon-5 p.m.

Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-5 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 950 Main St. 508-793-7349 or 508-7937113 or clarku.edu Clark’s Cafe and Art On Rotation Gallery, Hours: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday - Saturday. Admission: Free for gallery. 310 High St., Clinton. 978-549-5822 or 978-365-7772 or aorgallery.com College of the Holy Cross: Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery, Grammar: Recent Works by Matthew Gamber, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Feb.

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27; Opening Reception for Grammar: Recent Works by Matthew Gamber, Wednesday. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday - Friday, 2-5 p.m. Saturday. 1 College St. 508-793-3356 or holycross.edu Danforth Museum of Art, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-5 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 123 Union Ave., Framingham. 508-620-0050 or danforthmuseum.org EcoTarium, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $14.00 adults; $10 for children ages 2-18, college students with IDs & senior citizens.

Children under 2 & EcoTarium members free. Additional charges apply for Tree Canopy Walkway, Explorer Express Train, planetarium programs & other special program. 222 Harrington Way. 508-9292700 or ecotarium.org Fisher Museum Harvard Forest, 324 N. Main St., Petersham.

978-724-3302 or harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu Fitchburg Art Museum, Hours: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, noon-4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 25 Merriam Parkway, Fitchburg. 978-345-4207 or fitchburgartmuseum.org Fitchburg Historical Society, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m.-midnight Wednesday, closed Thursday - Saturday. 50 Grove St., Fitchburg. 978-345-1157 or fitchburghistory.fsc.edu Fitchburg State University: Hammond Hall, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. fitchburgstate.edu Framed in Tatnuck, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. 1099 Pleasant St. 508-770-1270 or framedintatnuck.com Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-4563924 or fruitlands.org Gallery of African Art, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Donations accepted. 62 High St., Clinton. 978-265-4345 or 978-598-5000x12 or galleryofafricanart.org Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Hours: 12:30-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 414 Massasoit Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org Museum of Russian Icons, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 11-3 a.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 11-3 a.m. Friday, 9-3 a.m. Saturday. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors (59 +), $7; Students, $5; Children 3-17, $5; Children <3, Free.

203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000 or 978-598-5000x17 or museumofrussianicons.org Old Sturbridge Village, Admission: $7 - $20 charged by age.

Children under 3 free. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge.

800-733-1830 or 508-347-3362 or osv.org Park Hill Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 387 Park Ave. 774-696-0909.

Post Road Art Center, It’s in the Bag Exhibit, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Jan. 25 - Feb. 4. Hours: closed Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 1 Boston Post Road, Marlborough. 508-485-2580 or postroadartcenter.com Preservation Worcester, Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 10 Cedar St. 508-754-8760 or preservationworcester.org Prints and Potter Gallery: American Arts and Crafts Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 142 Highland St. 508-7522170 or printsandpotter.com Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts & Humanities, the Arts Center, Hours: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 2-4 p.m. Saturday. 111 Main St., Southbridge. 508-346-3341 or qvcah.org Quinsigamond Community College: Administration Building, 670 West Boylston St. qcc.edu

Rollstone Studios, Hours: 11-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Admission: free.

633 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-348-2781 or rollstoneartists.com Salisbury Mansion, Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-7538278 or worcesterhistory.org SAORI Worcester Freestyle Weaving Studio, 18 Winslow St. 508-757-4646 or 508-757-0116 or saoriworcester.com Sprinkler Factory, Admission: Free. 38 Harlow St. sprinklerfactory.com Taproot Bookstore, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1200 West Boylston St. 508-853-5083 or TaprootBookstore.com Tatnuck Bookseller & Cafe, Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday Saturday. 18 Lyman St., Westborough. 508-366-4959 or tatnuck.com The Foster Gallery, 51 Union St. 508-397-7139 or thefostergallery.com Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum, Hours: 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday.

21 Prichard St., Fitchburg. 978-342-2809 or 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation.com

a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 3 Salem Square. 508-7991655 or worcpublib.org WPI: George C. Gordon Library, 100 Institute Road. wpi.edu

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Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits - Fridays, Saturdays, Saturday, September 18 - Monday, December 31. Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits 257 Park Ave Worcester MA Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Clubs Showtimes: Friday 9pm-Saturdays 8pm -$20pp Reservations Recommended at 800-401-2221 Prices: $20 Fri/Sat pp except Special Events Drinks and Appetizers available in the show room Full Dinner Available before Show in Restaurant $5off with College ID and Reservations 2 for 1 Active Military or Veterans and Reservations $4 off with Dinner Receipt and Reservations. Fri & Sat Jan 22nd & 23rd Mike McDonald Maya Manion and friends Fri & Sat Jan 29th & 30th Corey Rodrigues Justin Hoff and friends Fri & Sat Feb 5th & 6th Dan Crohn Doug Blay and friends Fri & Sat Feb 12th & 13th Dan Boulger and friends Fri & Sat Feb 19th & 20th Mike McCarthy Jason Cordova The Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main St., Northborough, hosts “A Night of History, A Night of Song,” presented by Algonquin Regional High School. The event is Friday, Jan. 22, 7:30-9:30 p.m., and includes a performance by the ARHS Chorus.

There is no charge. For more information, visit northboroughhistoricalsociety.org, email info@NorthboroughHistoricalSociety.org or call 508-393-6298.

Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12 Adults, $9 Seniors & $7 Youth, Free to Members & Children under.

11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Worcester Art Museum, Hassan Hajjaj: My Rock Stars, Through March 6; Nude Drawing in the Galleries, Thursdays, through Jan. 21; Pierre Bonnard, Dining Room in the Country, Through May 1; Veiled Aleppo, Through June 5; Arms and Armor: 14th Century Knight, Saturday; Art + Visual Culture 14-17 Years, Saturdays, Jan. 23 March 19; Horses Around the World, Saturdays, Jan. 23 - March 19; In the Style of Great Artists 11-13 Years, Saturdays, Jan. 23 - March 24; Sculpture FUNdamentals 8-10 Years, Saturdays, Jan. 23 - March 19; Tour of the Month: American Impressionism: Lighting the Way to the 20th Century, Saturday; Winter Blues 5-7 Years, Saturdays, Jan. 23 - March 19; Zip Tour: Somaskandamurti, Saturday; Arms and Armor: Salem Trayned Band, Sunday; Sunday Tours, Sundays, May 31 - Jan. 24. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, $12 seniors, free for youth 17 and under.

Free for all first Saturdays of e ch month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or worcesterart.org Worcester Center for Crafts, Exhibition: Culinary Imaginings: Donna Dufault , Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, through Feb. 22; Opening Reception: Culinary Imaginings: Donna Dufault, Monday. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday.

25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or worcestercraftcenter.org Worcester Historical Museum, Students Refl ct on MLK Jr.: 2016 Art Contest Winners, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Feb. 27. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-753-8278 or worcesterhistory.org Worcester Public Library, Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9

and friends Fri & Sat Feb 26th & 27th Steve Bjork Dave Lamb and friends Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits Great Food and Fun Make Reservations Early at 800-401-2221 or online at beantowncomedy.com. $20 per person except Special Events. 6 p.m.-midnight Park Grill and Spirits, Comedy Room, 257 Park Ave. Call 800-401-2221 or visit beantowncomedy.com Bach at Leipzig - a comedy - Sundays, Fridays, Saturdays, Friday, January 22 - Sunday, January 31. Johann Kuhnau, revered organist of the Thomaskirche, suddenly dies, leaving his post vacant.

The town council invites musicians to audition for the coveted position, among them young Johann Sebastian Bach. Back at Leipzig is a fugue-like farcical web of bribery, blackmail, and betrayal set against the backdrop of Enlightenment questions about humanity, God, and art. $10-$18. 2-4 p.m., 8 p.m.-10 p.m. 1870 Town Hall, 12 Woodward Ave., Berlin. Call 508-443-4359 or visit flyleaftheater.com Dinner & Comedy Night - Saturday, January 23. “Raging Parent” Comedy Show by Brian Powers Join us in our new Maple Room for dinner, a cash bar and a hilarious comedy show! “Raging Parent” is an act that deals with the comedic ironies of raising kids, being married and getting old. Focusing attention on finding the humor and meaning in being a parent as the kids grow from infants to adults. Dinner from 6:30-7:30pm * Show starts at 8pm Tickets: $45 per person Includes: a buffet dinner, cash bar and comedy show Only 100 tickets available, act fast! Open seating, recommended ages 18+ Additional “Night Out” Events coming up: Saturday, February 27th - Comedy Hyponotist Peter Mamos Saturday, March 19th - The Steton Experience w/ Jon Stetson (Mentalist) $45 per person, includes buffet, cash bar & comedy show. 6:30-10 p.m.

Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, Maple Room, 499 Mountain Road, Princeton. Call 978-464-2300 or visit wachusett.com Ruckus, a cirque spectacular! - Saturday, January 23.

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contortionists and more! Featuring an award winning cast whose resumes include Cirque du Soleil, Cirque Eloize and the Big Apple Circus, this show is perfect for the family and special enough for a date night out! The Nimble Arts Troupe. . . is not. . . just a bunch of jerks tossing themselves around on ropes & such, but rather a bunch of seriously excellent performers tossing themselves around on ropes & such.”~ The Valley Advocate $36 adult $33 child/senior. 7:309:30 p.m. Cultural Center at Eagle Hill, 242 Old Petersham Road, Hardwick. Call 413-477-6746.

The Taffetas - Sunday, January 24. Jan 24 is the deadline for video audition submissions. See the audition page link for details. n/a. Calliope Productions Inc, 150 Main St., Boylston. Call 508-8696887 or visit calliopeproductions.org Urinetown - Sunday, January 24. Noon-3 p.m. Grandview Playhouse, 21 Grandview Ave. Call 508-753-4383 or visit wcloc.org Urinetown - Tuesday, January 26. 7-9 p.m. Grandview Playhouse, 21 Grandview Ave. Call 508-753-4383 or visit wcloc.org

classes >Thursday 21

It’s All Relative: An Introductory Genealogy Workshop.

Interested in learning about your roots? Come to our introductory Genealogy class and learn how to get started searching for your relatives. Class size is limited. Register online at mywpl.org or call 508-799-1655. 9:30-11 a.m. Worcester Public Library, 3rd Floor Computer Lab, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.

Wow for the Windowsill - Outstanding Houseplants.

Instructor: Patrick Hillman, Staff Horticulturist Join us for an expertled look at the Limonaia and Orangerie, both filled with onderful plants that can be grown in smaller sizes on your windowsill.

Included with admission. Free for members. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Classroom C--Stoddard Center, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124.

Art Carts: Family Fun - Cyanotypes. How many flowers, leaves, and trees can you find in the Cyanotype exhibition. Learn what cyanotypes are and then your draw from one of your favorites with a blue pencil! (Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, PDP Gallery, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

Be Our Valentine. Join Worcester Historical Museum for the last of its 2016 valentine-making workshops. Learn historic Worcester valentine styles and techniques as you make your entry into the Museum’s 38th annual “Be Our Valentine” contest or as you create a card for family and friends. Free. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Great Brook Valley Branch Library, 89 Tacoma St. 508-799-1729.

Paint Lab for Kids! Northern Lights. Bring your painting clothes! Paint Lab for Kids is a painting class hosted every week! We provide everything; canvas, brushes, paint and easels! With step by step instruction your child will leave with a canvas creation of their own! Ages 6-12. Seating provided for parents to stay and watch. Call to reserve your spot! 508-757-7713. $15. 5-6 p.m. C.C. Lowell Art Supplies & Framing, 258 Park Ave. 508-757-7713 or cclowell.com Together, A Message with Psychic Medium Diane Lewis Rescheduled TBA. Be a part of this intimate gathering with Diane as she connects you to loved ones. Don’t miss out!

Limited seating. To order tickets call 508.393.3340 40 per person. 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Treasure Chest, 269 West Main St., Northborough. 617-645-6415 or dianelewis.us.com

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Art Carts: Family Fun - Fun and Games. Discover the past by playing games! Learn to play chess medieval style, checkers with no kings, plus classic games such as Nine Men’s Morris and Mancala!

(Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission.

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Art Carts: Family Fun - Antioch, the Hunt Mosaic & WAM. Ever wonder how our wonderful collection of mosaics got here? How they were made? Where they came from? Where is Antioch? Learn about all this and try your hand at making a mosaic!

(Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission.

2:30-3:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Renaissance Court, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

Zentangle: Intro to Black Tiles. Designed for those who have taken the Intro to Zentangle class, Intro to Black Tiles introduces the method of tangling with white ink on black Zentangle tiles. We will explore different ways of working with known tangles to see how different the visual effects can be. Cost includes Black Tile Class Kit for you to take home. Please bring your Intro to Zentangle Class Kit to this class. 40. 6-8 p.m. Clayground, The, 65 James St. 508-755-7776.

Pottery Plus - Friends Night Out. Take a break with your friends and give the Potter’s Wheel a spin together! In a fun, relaxed atmosphere begin to learn to use the potter’s wheel to throw pots such as bowls, and mugs. You’ll practice on the wheel, under the instructor’s guidance, and decorate and fire our successful “first works”. Your evening at the Craft Center will end with a cup of coffee and sweets, before you brush off the mud and head out on the town. Limited to 10 students. The instructor will advise you as to the timeline to finish and “fire” our completed works for pickup at a later date. Registration is for one participant, and please group your registration when possible. $64 (Student Fee $49; Studio Fee $15).

6:30-9:30 p.m. Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Road.

508-753-8183 or register.worcestercraftcenter.org Workshop: Floppy Bowls. Get a taste of the ancient art of glassblowing in this fun one-night course. In one evening, you will learn about the history and process behind creating beautiful blown glass at the New Street Glass Studio. After learning the safety and studio etiquette rules, students will watch a brief demonstration of this 2000-year-old art before diving in and making their very own floppy owl from glass gathered out of a 2100-degree furnace.

Students will choose their own colors and instructors will guide the class through the steps from gathering to applying colors, from blowing out the bubble to spinning it open to create each unique floppy shape. No experience is n cessary and all materials are included. Student Fee $90 (Materials Fee Included). 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or register.worcestercraftcenter.org

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Make 2016 the Year to Reach Your Goals! workshop with Gayle Suzanne. To register call 508-949-6232. This class is limited to 10 people. Workshop description: It’s a brand New Year! You set your goals and have the best intentions but you realize you made a similar list last year and are still in the same place. Come to this workshop and learn how to set your own goals and actually follow through with them. We will discuss reasons why we get stuck and how to move forward with a positive outlook.

We will go over common obstacles and brainstorm ways to press past them. Instructor bio: Gayle Suzanne is a life coach, author and motivational speaker who guides others to a place of achievement and accomplishment. She has a strong desire to help people realize their potential and attain their goals. She is the best selling author of It’s In The Little Things. $25 per person. 10 a.m.-noon Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232.

Pot Et Fleur. Instructor: Betsy Williams Plant a lovely winter garden to grow indoors while you are waiting for the garden to grow outdoors! Combine potted plants with fresh cut flowers in a decorative container. With proper care, the plants will last for many months and the fresh flowers can be repl ced when desired. Please bring floral scissors and an apron to class. Plants, flowers, containe and mechanics will be supplied by the instructor. To register for this event, please call Gayle Holland (508) 869-6111 x124 or email

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gholland@towerhillbg.org . Pardon the inconvenience while we update our online transaction system. Member: $75, Non-member: $90. 10:30-12:30 a.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org What is Mindfulness? Part of the New Year, New You: A Wellness Discussion. Programs in the New Year, New You wellness series Tai Chi Saturdays January 2, 16, 30 11am-12pm Banx Room With master Jim Keenan. Wear loose, comfortable clothing Nutrition Balance January 5 6-7:30pm Saxe Room Learn from clinical dietician Michelle Palladino what you should be eating to be your healthful best. Vinyasa Flow: Yoga for All Levels January 9 9:30-10:15 am Banx Room Feel the energizing effects of starting your day with movement and relaxation. Yoga mat required. Yoga Nidra: “Guided Relaxation” January 9 10:15-11am Banx Room Feel the energizing effects of starting your day with movement and relaxation. Yoga mat required. What is Mindfulness? January 23 10:30am-12:30 pm Saxe Room Learn more about mindfulness in this interactive presentation by UMass Center for Mindfulness Forgetting to Remember, Remembering to Forget February 9 7-8:30pm Saxe Room Join UMass Neuropsychiatrist, Sheldon Benjamin, for a literary and scientific journey through me ory, mind and brain. Registration is required for all events; register at mywpl. org or by calling 508-799-1655. Sponsored by the Friends of the Worcester Public Library Free. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Worcester Public Library, Saxe Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.

Cooking Demo with Chef Tom Fosnot, Gibbet Hill Grill, Groton. Please note: You do not need to register for this class. It is first come first s ve and free with admission. The room holds about 60 people. Tom Fosnot has loved cooking and the restaurant business since his first day at Ben and Jer y’s Ice Cream in high school. After graduating from Washington and Lee University with a degree in Geology, Tom worked briefly for he National Park Service; however, his heart was always in the kitchen and he also looked better in white than olive green. Tom received formal training at the Culinary Institute of America. His culinary experience is vast, ranging from The Sconset Café on Nantucket to some of Boston’s finest restaurants includin Clio, Rialto, Blue and Rocca Kitchen. In 2010, Tom left his executive chef position at Rocca Kitchen, to take the helm at Gibbet Hill Grill.

Tom embraces Gibbet Hill Grill’s on-site produce farm and passionately plans seasonal menus to match the farm’s harvests. To accommodate abundant crops, Tom features weekly farm-to-fork specials during the growing season, further highlighting his talent and creativity. Free with admission. 2-3 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Classroom C--Stoddard Center, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111.

Local Author Sean Glennon Book Signing. Local author Sean Glennon joins us to celebrate the release of his new book: The New England Patriots Playbook: Inside the Huddle for the Greatest Plays in Patriots History. This book does not disappoint as the ultimate collector’s item for Patriots fans. It chronicles the most famous moments in the New England Patriots history, including Jim Nance’s 1966 Sports Illustrated cover; the team taking advantage of turnovers in the 1986 playoffs to make it to Super Bowl XX; and the incredible run through the 2002 playoffs against the Raiders, the Steelers, and the Rams. It also examines Willie McGinest’s sacking of Peyton Manning in 2004 and Rodney Harrison’s six interceptions in the 2005 playoffs. The descriptions of each play are accompanied with game information and quotes from participants, players, and observers with firsthand ccounts. Follow us on twitter @BN_ Millbury. Free. 2-4 p.m. Barnes & Noble Booksellers - Millbury, 70 Worcester Providence Turnpike, Millbury. 508-865-2801 or bn.com Paint Lab for Kids! Northern Lights ($15) Ages 6-12.

Bring your painting clothes! Paint Lab for Kids is a painting class hosted every week! We provide everything; canvas, brushes, paint and easels! With step by step instruction your child will leave with a canvas creation of their own! Ages 6-12. Seating provided for parents to stay and watch. Call to reserve your spot! 508-757-7713. $15. 2-3 p.m. C.C. Lowell Art Supplies & Framing, 258 Park Ave. 508-7577713 or cclowell.com Make Your Own Beer Stein. Get a taste of the ancient art of glassblowing in this fun one-night course. In one evening, you will

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learn about the history and process behind creating beautiful blown glass at the New Street Glass Studio. After learning the safety and studio etiquette rules, students will watch a brief demonstration of this 2000-year-old art before diving in and making their very own beer stein from glass gathered out of a 2100-degree furnace.

Instructors will guide students through the steps from gathering to blowing the bubble, from shaping a cylinder to adding a handle. No experience is necessary and all materials are included. 4:30-7:30 p.m. New Street Glass Studio, 35B New St. 508-757-1424 or register. worcestercraftcenter.org

>Saturday 23 – March 19

Art Together: A Painting is a Poem 3-5 Years W/ Adult.

Member $225 nonmember $250. 10 a.m.-noon Digital Arts 14-17 Years. Member $275 Nonmember $300. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Family Fun: Color in motion 5+ Years W/ Adult.

Member $225 Nonmember $275. 10 a.m.-noon. Advanced Color 11-13 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200. 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Drawing, Painting and Printing the “Isms” 8-10 Years.

Member $175 Nonmember $200. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Imagination Lab 11-13 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wings, Tails, and Scales 5-7 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-793-4334 or educationreg.worcesterart.org

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Gold Bezels for Silver Rings. In this one-day workshop, students will learn to work with 18kT gold while building bezels for cabochon stones. Learn how to solder with gold solders and experience the differences between working with gold and silver.

Students can expect to leave class with a silver ring with a cabochon stone set in gold. Student Fee $109 (Materials Fee Included). 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Road. 508-7538183 or register.worcestercraftcenter.org Healthy Cooking With The New Whole Grains: Workshop & Tasting. Instructor: Rosemary Nolan More and more people are finding they are sensitive to corn and wheat products, but want a balanced diet including the health benefits of whole grains. Fortunately there is a universe of grains to choose from for the curious cook - all easy to find, inexpensive, nutrit ous, varied in fl vor and texture, and often with little or no gluten! Bring your appetite to this class as tastings are included. You’ll go home with a complete handout including all recipes demonstrated, using grains such as spelt, quinoa, kamut, and buckwheat! To register for this event, please call Gayle Holland (508) 869-6111 x124 or email gholland@towerhillbg.org . Pardon the inconvenience while we update our online transaction system. Member $30, Non-member $45. 1-3 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston.

508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org Art Cart: Eastern and Western Tea. England and Japan are both known for their tea service: England for the beautifully formal tea parties, and Japan for the elaborately choreographed cha-no-yu ceremony. Discover the differences (and similarities!) between these ways of making and serving tea while getting a hands-on look at both tea sets.(Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2-3 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Asian Gallery, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

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Grants or Business Research Assistance. One hour appointments on using Foundation Center for non-profit grant searching, or small business databases for business research.

Register on the Events Calendar on mywpl.org or call 508-7991655x3. Free. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Worcester Public Library, 2nd Floor, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.

Introductory Genealogy Research Assistance. One hour appointments on genealogy resources, databases and specific topics. Allow at least one week lead time for research on specific topics to allow the librarian sufficient time to investigate resources and strategies. Register on the Events Calendar on mywpl.org or call

508-799-1655x3. Free. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Worcester Public Library, 3rd Floor, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655.

A Night with Chef: Brian Manzi & Daniel Cordella. A Night with the Chef is an opportunity to learn first-hand from som of Worcester’s most prominent chefs. In the first of this series, Chef Daniel Cordello and Brian Manzi will take you behind the scenes of the popular Shrewsbury Street restaurant, Cafe Manzi’s, and show you how to prepare some of their favorite Italian dishes in the form of a fiv course meal. Menu: Italian Multigrain Bread & Oil with Italian Wedding Soup Arugula & Goat Cheese Salad with White Honey Balsamic Handson Pasta Making: Cheese Ravioli with Fra Diavolo and Vegetable Ravioli with Mushroom Cream Sauce Stuffed Porchetta: Ham, Salami, Capicola, Provolone & Romano, or Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers & Feta FillYour-Own Cannoli $75. 6-9 p.m. Cafe Manzi’s, 352 Shrewsbury St. 508-756-5006 or tasteworcester.com

>Tues. 26 – Sat. March 19

Creative Play with Clay 8-10 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200. 4-6 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-793-4334 or educationreg.worcesterart.org

>Tuesday 26 – March 22

Drawing from Fantasy 11-13 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200. 4-6 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-793-4334 or educationreg.worcesterart.org Sculpture for Small Hands 5-7 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200. 4-6 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-793-4334 or educationreg.worcesterart.org

>Wednesday 27

Rainbow Lunch Club. The Rainbow Lunch Club meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month and offers LGBTIQA seniors age 60+ a nutritious meal and an opportunity to socialize with friends and enjoy various activities including programs, entertainment and educational series. Advance reservations are required. Please call or email by the previous Wednesday: (508)756-1545 ext.404 or wlen@eswa.org All are Welcome: LGBTIQA 60 years old and older; younger partners, friends, and allies! $2.50 suggested donation for those age 60+; the fee for younger individuals is $5.50. 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester, 90 Holden St. 508-756-1545 or meetup.com Yoga by Nature. Instructor: Jennie Backstrom Gentle-to-moderate flow oga for all levels. Walk-ins welcome. Bring your own mat. To register for this event, please call Gayle Holland (508) 869-6111 x124 or email gholland@towerhillbg.org . Pardon the inconvenience while we update our online transaction system. Member $10, Nonmember $17. 6-7:15 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124.

This Is How We Roll: Drop-in Tabletop Gaming. The library is the place to game! Come play any of our collection of topquality tabletop board games, or bring your own. Flip some cards, roll some dice, meet some friends. All ages welcome, especially adults and teens! Free. 7-8:30 p.m. Shrewsbury Public Library Temp Site, 214 Lake St., Shrewsbury. 508-842-0081 or eventkeeper.com

>Wed. 27 – Tues. March 22

Color and Clay 11-13 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200.

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>Wednesday 27 – March 23

Family Fun: Word Traveler’s Journal 5+ Years W/ Adult. Member $110 Nonmember $135. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-793-4334 or educationreg. worcesterart.org Painting Impressions 5-7 Years. Member $175 Nonmember $200. 4-6 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-7934334 or educationreg.worcesterart.org Drawing and Sculpting the Figure 14-17 Years. Member $235 Nonmember $260. 5-8 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55

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lectures >Thursday 21

Severin Roesen and American Still-Life Tradition.

January 21, 6pm Severin Roesen and American Still-Life Tradition Speaker: Worcester Art Museum Assistant Curator of American Art Elizabeth Athens Elizabeth Athens will share her insight into this highly recognizable artist’s work. Her talk will include a gallery visit to forge further connections. While there is little in the historical record regarding the German-born, American still-life painter Severin Roesen (1816-1872?), aside from his spectacularly lush paintings of flora.

Through Athen’s close study of the Worcester Art Museum’s still life

by Roesen, this curator talk will consider the potential influences that shaped his work, including Dutch still life tradition, developments in botanical science, and the emerging middle-class market for painting in nineteenth-century America. Enjoy the company of other art enthusiasts! Free with Museum admission. Reserve your seat here educationreg.worcesterart.org Related: Access Summer 2015 article issuu.com$40 Nonmember / $25 Member. 6-7 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Conference Room, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or educationreg.worcesterart.org

>Saturday 23

Botanical Art & Artists - Tower Hill Library’s 2016 Book Group. Botanical Art & Artists: Tower Hill Library’s 2016 Book Group January 23, Feb. 27, March 26, April 23, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Free with admission; Registration required We’ll read and discuss books about botanical art and the artists who created some of the most interesting and accomplished works. Please contact Kathy Bell at kbell@towerhillbg.org or 508-869-6111 x116 for the list of titles and to register. Spaces are limited. Included with admission. Free for members. 1:30-3 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Library, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 116.

Local author Sharon Ross Legasey visits ABSW with her debut middle grade book. Spencer author Sharon Ross Legasey will have a reading and signing from her first ovel, a middle grade children’s book The House of Wonder. Sharon Ross Legasey majored in early childhood education and lives in Spencer, MA with her family. Her storytelling began at age twelve while she was babysitting, and her literary appreciation continued through her motherhood as she told bedtime stories to her children. She is a member of the Spencer Writer’s Group and the Worcester County Poetry Association. The House of Wonder tells the story of fifteen year-old Rosalie O’Houlihan, who follows an odd birdsong up Maine’s Mount Megunticook to a mysterious house hidden in the trees. On the way, she finds herself on a mystical adventure through histo y that challenges her bravery, confidence and determinat on as she unlocks the mystery behind an old promise. Join Sharon Ross Legasey and ABSW for history-based, magical adventure. Free. 2-4 p.m. Annie’s Book Stop, 65 James St. 508-796-5613.

>Monday 25

Dying for Fashion: A First-Hand Report on the Hidden Cost of Our Clothes. In the 2013 building collapse at Rana Plaza in Bangladesh, at least 1,138 garment workers died and more than 1,500 were painfully injured. This disaster followed a long chain of fires in Bangladesh and elsewhere that h ve taken the lives of thousands of garment workers. Clark Research Professor Bob Ross (Sociology, Mosakowski Institute) traveled to Bangladesh to observe the second anniversary of the Rana Plaza collapse, to

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investigate its aftermath and to stand in solidarity with its victims.

His talk will analyze the race to the bottom in the global apparel business-a process that holds life cheap and profits dear. 4-5 p.m.

Clark University: Dana Commons, Higgins Lounge, 950 Main St. 508-421-3872.

family >Friday 22 – October 28

Storytime. Join us for our weekly Friday storytime. Check www. bn.com for details and follow us on twitter @BN_Millbury Free.

1-1:30 p.m. Barnes & Noble Booksellers - Millbury, 70 Worcester Providence Turnpike, Millbury. 508-865-2801 or bn.com

>Saturday 23

The Wonderful Things You Will Be National Storytime.

From brave and bold to creative and clever, the rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things parents think of when they look at their children. With beautiful and sometimes humorous illustrations, this is a book grownups will love reading over and over to kids. Follow us on twitter @BN_Millbury. Free. 11-11:30 a.m. Barnes & Noble Booksellers - Millbury, 70 Worcester Providence Turnpike, Millbury.

508-865-2801 or bn.com City of Worcester Family Day. Free Admission for all City of Worcester employees $2 admission (Free Admission for all City of Worcester employees), 3$ skate rental. Noon-5 p.m. Worcester Common Oval, 455 Main St. 508-929-0777 or worcestercommonoval.com All Aboard! Ticket to Ride Learn to Play Event. All aboard for a fun adventure! Join us for a special event where customers can learn to play the popular Ticket to Ride strategy board game.

Follow us on twitter @BN_Millbury. Free. 2-3 p.m. Barnes & Noble Booksellers - Millbury, 70 Worcester Providence Turnpike, Millbury.

508-865-2801 or bn.com

>Saturday 23 – Sunday 24

Winter Work & Play. Embrace Winter at Old Sturbridge Village as we celebrate both work and play in the early 19th century.

Discover what went into creating a year’s worth of candles at the Small House, watch the farmers hew a log, and learn about harvesting meat as we butcher a hog at the Freeman Farm. Discover how people kept warm in the early 19th century without insulation and fully heated homes. Play parlor games, see 19th-century ice skates and master the history of skating. Snow-permitting, go sledding on reproduction 1830s sleds, make snow statues in our pasture, and take a horse-drawn sleigh ride. $28 Adults, $26 Seniors (55+), $14 Youths (3-17), Children 2 & Under Free. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge.

800-733-1830 or osv.org

fundraisers >Saturday 23

Comedy - Cancer Fund Raiser. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-439-9314.

outdoors >Saturday 23

Cape Ann Ocean Birds. Visit Massachusetts “Other Cape” and explore the winter ocean and harbors around Gloucester and Rockport. We’ll look for unusual gulls, diving ducks, loons, grebes, and anything else that might blow in. Dress in layers for cold weather.

Bring lunch, snacks, and water. For more information and to register, call 508.753.6087. $37 Adult members, $42 Adult nonmembers. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org Snowshoeing For Families. If you can walk, you can snowshoe! We’ll teach you how to use snowshoes and practice in our field before heading out onto the trails. e will teach you how to look

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for signs of wildlife as we enjoy the beauty of the sanctuary in winter!

If Mother Nature does not provide us with enough snow, we will go for a hike. Bring your own snowshoes or rent them for an additional $2 per pair. Please wear boots and other clothing appropriate for winter. Hot chocolate and coffee will be available. For ages 5 and older. For more information and to register, call 508.753.6087. $6 Adult Members, $8 Adult Nonmembers, $3 Child Members, $4 Child Nonmembers. 10 a.m.-noon Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org Third Week Wonders Preschool Series: The Snowy Day. If you are between the ages of 3 and 5, bring your favorite adult for a thematic hour of a story, an activity, and a naturalist-led walk. Choose from the third Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday of each month. Be prepared to go outside. For more information and to register, call 508.753.6087. $3 Child Members, $4 Child Nonmembers. 10-11 a.m. Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org

dance >Saturday 23

Mechanics Hall Winter Holiday Soiree. Tickets: $45.00 per person Mechanics Hall is throwing a party! An Evening of Dinner & Dancing. You’re invited to the first ever M chanics Hall Winter Holiday Soiree! Dinner and dancing is in store for you, your colleagues, your friends, and families. Let Mechanics Hall host your night out with cocktails, buffet dinner, and dancing in our beautiful Great Hall. We’ve planned all the details; all we need is you! Everyone 18+ is invited!

Ticket reservations are closing January 15th. $45 per person. 5-10 p.m.

Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or mechanicshall.org

college sports basketball Men’s Holy Cross Jan. 24 @ American University, Washington, D.c., 1 p.m.

Jan.27 Home Vs. Loyola, 7:05 p.m.

Worcester State Jan. 23 @ Wpi Vs. Framingham State, 3 p.m.

Jan. 27 @ Westfield tate, Westfield, 7:30 p.m Clark Jan. 23 @ Springfield College, Springfield, 7 p.

Jan. 26 Vs. Babson College, 7 p.m.

Assumption Jan. 23 Vs. Pace, 3 P.m.

Jan. 26 @ Southern Connecticut State, New Haven, Ct, 7:30 p.m.

WPI Jan. 23 @ Wheaton, Norton, 3 p.m.

Jan. 27 @ Coast Guard, New London, Ct Becker Jan. 23 Home Vs. Mitchell, 3 p.m.

Jan. 26 @ Wheelock, Boston, 7 p.m.

Nichols Jan. 23 Home Vs. Wentworth, 12 p.m.

Jan. 27 @ Endicott College, Beverly, 7:30 p.m.

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Holy Cross Jan. 23 Home Vs. American University, 1:05 p.m.

Worcester State Jan. 23 @ Wpi Home Vs. Fra.m.ingha.m. State, 1 p.m.

Jan. 27 @ Westfield tate, Westfield, 5:30 p.m Clark Jan. 23 Home Vs. Wpi, 2 p.m.

Jan. 27 Home Vs. Wheaton College, 7 p.m.

Assumption Jan. 23 Home Vs. Pace, 1 p.m.

Jan. 26 @ Southern Connecticut State, New Haven, Ct, 5:30 p.m.

WPI Jan. 23 @ Clark, 2 p.m.

Jan. 27 @ Mount Holyoke, Southern Hadley, 7 p.m.

Becker Jan. 23 Home Vs. Mitchell, 1 p.m.

Jan. 26 @ Daniel Webster College, Nashua, Nh, 5:30 p.m.

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Jan. 27 @ Endicott College, Beverly, 5:30 p.m.

ice hockey Men’s Holy Cross Jan. 22 Home Vs. Canisius, 7:05 p.m.

Jan. 23 Home Vs. Canisius, 7:05 p.m.

Assumption Jan. 23 Home Vs. Stonehill, 7:35 p.m.

Jan. 26 @ A.m.herst, A.m.herst, 7 p.m.

Becker Jan. 22 Home Vs. Johnson & Wales, 6:50 p.m.

Nichols Jan. 23 @ Endicott College, Beverly, 4 p.m.

Jan. 27 Home Vs. Salve Regina, 8:10 p.m.

swimming & diving Men’s

Holy Cross Jan. 23 Home Vs. Providence, 11 a.m.

Clark Jan. 23 @ Coast Guard Academy, New London, Ct, 12 p.m.

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WPI Jan. 27 @ Wpi, 6:30 p.m.

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Wpi Jan. 27 @ Wpi, 6:30 p.m.

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WPI Jan. 23 @ Smith College Invitational, Northampton, 11 a.m.

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WPI Jan. 23 @ Smith College Invitational, Northampton, 11 a.m.

wrestling Jan. 23 @ Bridgewater State Vs. Newa Duals, 10 a.m.

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Donald F. Mercurio BULKHEADS Repaired & Replaced Foundation Repairs Brick*Block*Stone Basement Waterproofing 508-835-4729/West Boylston Owner Operator Insured

Jack Wasgatt Painting Interior painting and wallpapering, wall and ceiling repairs, extremely meticulous, one man operation (no crews or subs), 33 years experience, Holden resident, fully insured Call 508-852-0271

JOSH SHEA PLUMBING

Mark R. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell, Inc. Roofing Experts Licensed & Insured Residential, Commercial & Industrial Specialize in Shingle, Flat Rubber & Metal Roofs Prices as Low as $2 per Square Foot!

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Lee Skoglund Services 10, 15, 20-yard container service.

Yard & building materials.

Office equipment & materials. Attics, cellars & estates cleaned, guaranteed by your closing date!

Free estimates. Lee Skoglund 508-757-4209

DiVirgilio Services

PAINT/WALLPAPER Interior Painting Only $149 average 12x16 room. Prompt service. Reliable. Refs. Dutch Touch Painting 508-867-2550

Specializing in plumbing service and repairs.18+ years of experience. Licensed & Insured Master Plumber #13680 joshsheaplumbing.com 508868-5730

Tree and Landscape Tree trimming, Removal Stump Grinding Insured 978-870-6837

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LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE

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WELL & PUMP Installation & Filtration Service 978-422-7471 24hr Emergency Service 877-816-2642 Mobile 978-815-3188

LAWN & GARDEN LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE Burnham Maintenance Clean-ups.

Lawn Maintenance.

Shrub Pruning. Bark Mulch, Screened Loam & Compost.

Patios & Walkways.

Fertilization Programs.

Deliveries Available.

Please call 508-829-3809

Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tree & Landscaping Enhancing the view from your home.

Custom & Ornamental Pruning.

Mulching. Planting. Lawn Mowing. Tree Removal.

Certified Arborist.

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MULCH & LOAM Sterling Peat Inc. Quality Screened Loam.

Mulches.

Compost- w/Loam Mix. 2"-Gravel, Fill. Fieldstone.

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Immediate Start Fitchburg Delivery Drivers Early Mornings Local areas, company box truck. No special license required. Excellent customer service skills and driving record.

References requested. Ability to move up to 50 pounds.

(21 or older) $14.00 per hour - paid weekly Call Judd 1-888-786-0791

Mountainside Market (bakery, coffee, sandwiches & market) in Princeton is hiring for full and part-time shifts - morning and afternoon/evening. Must be 18 yrs or over and have flexibility to work weekends.

Experience as a supervisor or in food service highly desirable. Please contact 978-8084721 or mountainsidemarket@ verizon.net.

JOB POSTING TOWN OF PRINCETON BROADBAND MUNICIPAL LIGHT PLANT The Town of Princetonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Broadband Municipal Light Plant (PBMLP) seeks a part time Assistant Manager reporting directly to the Town Administrator. Responsible to provide professional administrative management, coordinating the activities of the PBMLPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Connecting Princeton project. The ideal candidate should have a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in engineering, business, public administration or management, with three yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience with large-scale complex projects, ďŹ ber optic infrastructure, and/or Municipal Light Plant operations, highly desired.

Flexibility to work most hours from home. A complete job description and the necessary application form to apply are available on the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.town.princeton.ma.us. Salary commensurate with qualiďŹ cations and experience. To apply please submit application, cover letter, and resume to Town Administrator/PBMLP Manager, Town of Princeton, 6 Town Hall Drive, Princeton, MA 02048 or townadministrator@town.princeton.ma.us. Applications accepted until position is ďŹ lled; initial cut-off date is Monday, February 8th. EOE

Hiring 7D School Bus Van Drivers for Fitchburg & Leominster.

Split shift, $14/hr. Willing to train! We pay for training and holidays, and snow days. We offer 40 hours earned sick time. For more information call 508-582-5020 or email elizabeth.uceta @transprollc.com

Full & Part Time Direct Care!

HELP WANTED LOCAL Millbury Public Schools Substitute Cafeteria Workers 3 Hours a day call Mary Leslie, Food Service Director @ 508-865-2929

Clinician IV Leominster, MA. Community Healthlink, Inc. seeks a Clinician IV to conduct psychosocial evaluations for children and adolescents. Requires Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Psychology or rel. & MA Independent Clinical Social Work Lic. 80% of work is in the field at client homes across Central & North Central Worcester county, within a 40 mile radius of our Leominster Office. Apply online at www.communityhealthlink.org Req # 2015-3697.

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WATER OPERATOR The Town of Rutland Department of Public Works is accepting applications for a full-time Water Operator to be employed within the Department of Public Works Water Division.

Applicants must have as a minimum, Massachusetts Grade 2 Distribution License, and a Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License. A Massachusetts Grade 2 Water Treatment License, Massachusetts Class B CDL with Air Brake Endorsement, and Massachusetts Hydraulic License Grade 2B are required. Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience working with a municipal water system. Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, holidays, and shift work under varying weather conditions, including snow and ice operations, as required.

Applicants are to provide a copy of their Licenses with their application.

Applications may be obtained at the Department of Public Works ofďŹ ce, 17 Pommogussett Road, Rutland, Massachusetts, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or by calling (508) 886-4105.

The Town of Rutland is an equal opportunity provider.

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The Town of Millbury and the Millbury Police Department is seeking to fill one (1) open position for Emergency Civilian Public Safety Dispatcher.

This is a full time: 4-2 daily schedule midnight to 8:00 am shift. The position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Millbury and the Government Employees Union Local 5. Current wage range: $19.00 to $21.25 per hour plus excellent benefits.

Applications shall be submitted to the Town Managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office located at 127 Elm Street, Millbury MA. 01527 or phayes@townofmillbury.net Applications are available at www.millbury-ma.org.

MERCHANDISE CEMETERY PLOTS Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton MA 2 lots in Heritage II w/vaults. $2,500.00 for both. Call Rick at 508-450-7470 Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton MA Garden of Heritage II. 2 Lots w/vaults.

Current value $8300.00 Asking $3950.00 for both or B/O. Call Jim 508-769-8107

Worc. County Memorial Park Paxton, MA Grave sites. 2 lots, Good Shepherd. Plot 147, graves 3 & 4. $5000.00 each.

B/O Call Kris 508-735-9996 Worcester County Memorial Park Two cemetery lots.

Chose your own resting spot in Serenity. $1000 for both. Call 774-345-4440.

Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA, Garden of the Cross Premier Location Lot 31D Value $5250 Asking $4800 Call Patti at 508-799-5678 Worc. County Memorial Park Paxton. Garden of Faith, 2 plots, Section #347-A 1&2. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cost is $3,900.00 for both. Asking $1,500.00 total for both. Call 508-882-3421 or 909-714-0064

FOR SALE 160 movie DVDs $80 or best offer.

413-967-7932 Bathroom Vanity 30" W X 31" T X 22 1/2" D. Vintage, Strong, Solid, Beige & White. Many Uses. $65. 508-754-1827 End Tables (2) 16" W. X 30" L. Vintage, Two-tier, Maple Color.

Spacious, Excellent. $70.00/ Both or B.O. 508-791-0531 Breville Grill Like new. $50 OBO. 508-752-2425 2 - 16" Winter Claw Snow Tires Used 2 seasons. Asking $200 or BO. Call 508-8857127.

Pottery Barn Kids Sleigh Bed 40"x84". Comes with clean mattress if you want it. $100.

774-479-8551 SWIVEL/ROCKER Upholstered, lt tan, ext cond.

Could deliver nearby w/help. $40. Princeton 978-464-2485.

4 Goodyear 225/50 R 16" Assurance All Season Tires Ex. condn. Mntd on GM 5 hole alloy rims. $500. 978-422-8084 Knee Scooter - Like New Tierod steering and brake. Metal basket. $175 OBO. 978-6977964.

Thule Truck Racks $300. 508755-0888*

REAL ESTATE

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Full equity ownership and excellent earning opportunities on established volume and tremendous growth potential.

Competitive ďŹ nancing options available to qualiďŹ ed buyers. Route Sales experience is preferred. Contact Greg Lloyd for more information at (203)-981-6409 or email: io@utzsnacks.com Utz Quality Foods, Inc. is a drug free, EOE/ AAE FOR SALE Organ with bench. Pd. $2700, asking $300 or best offer. 508331-3468

Piano Mohogany, upright, w/ bench. 1st flr., easy move.

Perfect for aspiring musicians. $300 OBO 508-865-4032 Golf clubs, bag, cart (used) Asking $250. 508-865-5726* HOSPITAL BED Invacare fully electric hospital bed ,asking $500 978-534-9433 FURNITURE Brand New Sleeper Sofa Light brown, beautiful fabric.

Call 508-461-7206 Leave message, Webster MA. Comes apart for easy transport. Asking $300.00 Corner Hutch Solid pine - 4 doors - 48" x 76". Accommodates 42" television. $250.

Photo available. 508-829-6792 WANTED TO BUY Veteran Will Buy Military Items American, German, Japanese, Italian etc. From Vietnam, Korea, WW2, WW1 and earlier.

Please call 978-928-1238.

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EDUCATION Thinking about a career in Real Estate?

Our next Pre-License Class starts February 20!

Our 5-week classes run Monday nights & Saturday mornings at a cost of $325 plus $50 for text books.

Central Massachusetts Association of REALTORSÂŽ The Center for Real Estate Studies & Training 492 Washington Street, Auburn, MA 01501 Tel: 508-832-6600 www.wrar.org

EDUCATION MUSIC INSTRUCTION Instrumental, Vocal, Jazz Improv Lessons available on most instruments 508-7526213

PETS & ANIMALS CATS/KITTENS FOR SALE Ragdoll cat Beautiful markings, male, neutered. Born 12/14. $450.

508-797-6068

REAL ESTATE OPEN HOUSE *Open House* Where: 36 Clealand Cir. Rutland, MA. When: January 17, 2016 12:00pm-2:00pm

Call today to register!

All real estate advertised in this publication is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, the Massachusetts Anti Discrimination Act and the Boston & Cambridge Fair Housing Ordinances which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age, children, marital status, sexual orientation, veterans status or source of income or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law.

Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination call HUD toll free at 1-800-827-5005.

For the NE area call HUD at 617-994-8300. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275 or 617-565-5453

HOUSE FOR RENT

AUTOMOTIVE Holden House Rental Available February 1st in residential neighborhood. House has 2 full baths, 4 rooms upstairs and 5 downstairs. Modern eat -in kitchen and sunroom with 3 level deck overlooking large backyard. Rent is $1,400.00/ month without utilities. If interested, call 508-393-4754. 508393-4754

AUTO/MOTORCYCLE 1999 Road King Under 8,000 miles. Too many extras to list.

Always stored in room temperature. $13,000 obo 978-4645525 or 781-879-8275 cell 978 -464-5525

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Huge 9000 sq. ft. indoor ďŹ&#x201A;ea market open 6 days a week with over 130 dealers. Yankee Flea Market is the place to shop whether it be antiques, collectibles or just household furnishings. We also buy (and sell) complete or partial estates as well as furniture, gas & oil memorabilia, vintage beer signs and lights and much, much more.

Bring your items in for a free valuation. Additional dealer space will soon be availbable as we are expanding, call us for details.

Open Tuesday-Saturday: 10-5, Sunday 11-5, FREE FREE Parking Admission Be sure to check us out on Facebook

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2001 Lexus LS 430 61K mi Loaded, a/c, moonroof, heated seats. Dealer maintained, 1 owner, non-smoker, no pets, kids. Florida car, always garaged. 4 new Michelins. Immaculate. Asking $12,500.

Call Bob. 508-450-3436.

2003 Cadillac DeVille Tan/Tan Leather Int, 47 Orig Miles. Elderly Owned. Alloy Wheels New Tires And Brakes Loaded with All Options Must See $4,850 Call 774-239-0800 2009 Mazda CX-7 Blackcherry with gray & black interior.

48,000 miles $9,500. 774-8230466

RUSTY ANTIQUE CARS/TRUCKS, SOUGHT & BOUGHT

BLUE COLLAR VINTAGE SALVAGE 774-696-3584 â&#x20AC;˘ 10AM-10PM AUTO/MOTORCYCLE 2008 Honda Metropolitan Scooter Black and gray. Mint cond.

469 miles. Asking $1650.00.

Includes helmet. 207-289-9362 OR 207-450-1492.

2001 Suzuki Intruder 1500cc, showroom condition, lots of chrome, Vehix pipes. $4000.

Call John at 978-466-6043.

2007 Suzuki Boulevard Cruising Motorcycle C90T; 1474cc; 6300 miles, 1 owner, perfect cond. accessories and new battery. Garaged, covered & serviced. $6,000 508-8498635

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AUTO/VAN 2008 Ford E250 Extended Van 3dr, A-T/AC, Power package. Roof racks. Int. shelving, tow package, 6 rims, 8 tires in good cond. Exc. overall cond.

57K miles. $14,999.00 508-829-2907 AUTOS 1988 MercedesBenz 300 SEL 6 cylinder gas. Very good cond. Runs exc. $3200.00 195k miles. Located in Sutton, MA 774-287-0777

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2002 Chevrolet Corvette 39,000 miles Red with black interior.

Car is in excellent condition! $26,000 or best offer.

Call: 774-823-0466.

2008 Ford Mustang 8 cyl, 300HP. 21K miles. Never driven during winter. Always garaged. Perfect cond. $21,900 negotiable.

508-865-3528 after 3pm.

2010 Honda Civic 32K miles, very good cond. Front wheel drive. Automatic. A/C, power s t e e r i n g /b r a k e s /w i n d o w s / locks. $9,950 Hubbardston, MA 978-870-3291

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2003 Volkswagen Beetle One owner. Dark blue. 102,000 miles. Ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manual. Excellent condition. 5 speed, disc music, title. Call 508-829-3752 $3,500

25 HP Suzuki (Like New) with Boat & Trailer with Bonus 2 Free Air Tickets to Orlando and 5 star condo for a week. Disney anyone? Pete 407-3753917 $4,000

2006 Toyota Corolla AUTOS 84K miles. Good condition.

Light green. $5,000.00 Leominster 978-257-3299 978227-5111

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2001 Layton 40 Ft. Park Model Trailer. Bedroom has over sized bed. Kitchen complete with stove, refrigerator, and dining set. Living room area has two sleep sofas. Full attached deck, with screen room and hard top roof. Trailer is located in Wells, ME. Must be removed from site. Reason for selling moving to Florida. Price $5,000. Call 413-433-3646

2002 Ford Taurus Wagon SEL Auto., 6 cyl., leather seats, clean. 70,800 miles. $2195 OBO. 508-243-8399.

2012 Cadillac CTS AWD, 21,800 miles. Crystal red.

Heated black leather seats.

Panoramic roof. Dealer maintained. Under warranty. $24,500.00 978-534-8860 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Well maintained, 219K miles, 4 new tires & recent repairs. $2500. Princeton.

Call 774-261-0641.

3 Horse Trailer 2002 Exiss XT/ 300 Gooseneck. Great condition. All alum. S.S. nose. On craigslist pics. $9,000. Paxton.

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JUNK CARS We Buy and PICK UP Your junk or wrecked cars or trucks.

We Sell New and Used Parts.

Specials on Batteries and Tires.

New and Used!

Airport Auto Parts, Inc. 56 Crawford St. Leominster, MA 01453 978-534-3137

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1999 Pontiac Grand Am 6 Cylinder, automatic, needs work or use for parts. 159,903 miles. $675. 978-422-8084 1985 Cadillac Eldorado 74K miles. Never been in snow.

Mint condition. Gray w/landau top. Bonus 2 Free Air tickets & 5 star condo for a week in FL. $5,000.00 Oakham 407-3753917

Truck Camper 1985 Bought new in 1991. Real Life brand. Bathroom, shower, self contained. 8ft truck bed. $2900.00 B/O 774-287-0777

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Inside storage.

Secure Storage. Autos, Boats, Motorcycles, Campers.

Hubbardston, MA. 978-928-3866

LEGALS/PUBLIC NOTICES Sutton Planning Board Public Hearing Notice In accordance with the provisions of Article 15 of the Sutton General Bylaw – Scenic Roadway – the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the application of Michael McGovern, 64 Putnam Hill Road, for land located at 234 Manchaug Road. The applicant requests permission to relocate a portion of stone wall along a driveway but within the public right of way and to restack an existing stone wall along Manchaug Road at this location. The hearing will be held in the third floor meeting room at the Town Hall on Monday, February 8, 2016 at 7:10 p.m. A copy of the plans and applications can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours.Miriam Sanderson, Chair Published 1/21 & 1/28, 2016

MILLBURY PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 41, Section 81W of the Massachusetts General Laws, the Millbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 8, 2016 at 7:15 p.m., in the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street, Millbury, MA, to consider a modification of the definitive plan approval, specifically to extend the construction deadline for completion of the roads and associated infrastructure for the 12lot subdivision entitled “Longwood Farm Estates”, property located off of McGrath Road. Application is available for review in the Planning Department during normal business hours. Anyone wishing to be heard on this matter should appear at the time and place specified above.

Richard Gosselin Chairman

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main St. Worcester, MA 01608 508-831-2200 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION Docket No. WO16P0053EA Estate of: Virginia H. Bordeaux Date of Death: 12/03/2015 To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by: Eugene L. Rubin of Worcester, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Eugene L. Rubin of Worcester, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in an unsupervised administration. You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 02/11/2016. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you.

UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A Keamy, First Justice of this Court. Date: January 7, 2016 Stephanie K. Fattman, Register of Probate 01/21/2016 WM

PUBLIC AUCTION NOTICE is hereby given. Pursuant to provision of M.L. c255 sec. 39A the following vehicle will be sold on January 23, 2016 at a private sale to satisfy our garage lien thereon for towing & storage charges and expenses of sale and notice; 2006 Ford Explorer VIN# 1FMEU73E56UA49136.

The sale is at Early’s on Park Ave.,Inc. located at 536 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA 01603

NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Premises: 110 Stone School Road, Sutton, Massachusetts. By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Theodore W. Sargent and Pamela J. Sargent to , said mortgage dated 5/25/2005, and recorded in the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds, in Book 36440 at Page 96 and now held by WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, doing business as CHRISTIANA TRUST, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for BCAT 2014-10TT by virtue of an assignment from MTGLQ Investors, L.P., its successors and assigns to WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, doing business as CHRISTIANA TRUST, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for BCAT 2014-10TT dated October 17, 2014 and recorded January 20, 2015 in the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 53284 Page 334, previously assigned by Santander Bank, N.A. formerly known as Sovereign Bank, its successors and assigns to MTGLQ Investors, L.P., by virtue of an assignment dated September 11, 2014 and recorded January 20, 2015 in the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 53284 Page 331 for breach of the conditions in said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same, will be sold at Public Auction on January 28, 2016 at 2:00 pm Local Time upon the premises, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: Closing Date: May 25, 2005 Borrower(s): Theodore W. Sargent and Pamela J. Sargent Property Address: 110 Stone Road Sutton, MA 01590. The land in Sutton, Worcester County, Massachusetts, being shown as Lot B on a Plan of Land in Sutton, Massachusetts owned by Lawrence R. Towle and Mary V. Towle, 1 inch = 100 feet, dated Oct. 10, 1998, Lavallee Brothers, Inc., recorded in the Worcester Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 734, Plan 118, to which plan reference is hereby made for a more particular description. Meaning and intending to convey the same premises as conveyed by deed dated November 20, 1998 and recorded at Worcester Registry of Deeds in Book 20681 Page 387. The description of the property that appears in the mortgage to be foreclosed shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication. For Mortgagors’ Title see deed dated 11/20/1998, and recorded in Book 20681 at Page 387 with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds.

TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described.

FIVE THOUSAND ($5,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days after the date of sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale. BENDETT & MCHUGH, PC, 270 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032. Attorney for WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, doing business as CHRISTIANA TRUST, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for BCAT 2014-10TT , Present Holder of the Mortgage (860) 677-2868

Worcester Housing Authority Invitation For Bids The Worcester Housing Authority invites sealed bids for Roof replacement at MA 12-01 Great Brook Valley Gardens in accordance with the documents prepared by Worcester Housing Authority. The work is estimated to cost $725,000, including alternates. Project consists of but is not limited to: replacing the roofs on up to 33 buildings and associated repairs. General Bids will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at the Worcester Housing Authority, Department of Modernization, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605 at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. A pre-bid conference will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA at which time bidders will be invited to visit the project site(s) with the a Worcester Housing Authority representative. Failure to attend or visit the premises shall be no defense in failure to perform contract terms. Bids are subject to M.G.L c149 §44A-J and Davis Bacon wage rates as well as other applicable laws. General Bidders must be certified by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) in the following category(ies) of work: Roofing. Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid deposit in the amount of 5% of the bid price in the form of a Bid Bond, issued by a responsible surety company licensed to do business in Massachusetts, or a certified check, or a treasurer’s or cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, made payable to the Worcester Housing Authority by bidders for the greatest possible bid amount (considering all alternates). Bid forms and Contract Documents will be made available on the Worcester Housing Authority website (http://worcester-housing.com/purchasing.html) at no cost. Hard copies will be made available on January 13, 2016 at the Worcester Housing Authority, Department of Modernization, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605 and thereafter, Monday thru Friday 8:00 A.M. through 4:30 P. M. Copies of the contract documents may be obtained by depositing $50.00 in the form of a company check, made payable to the Worcester Housing Authority, for each set of documents so obtained. The amount of the deposit will be refunded to each person who returns the plans, specifications and other documents in good condition within ten (10) days after bid opening. Bidders requesting contact documents to be mailed to them should include a separate check in the amount of $40.00 for each set payable to the Worcester Housing Authority to cover mailing and handling costs.

The contract documents may be seen, but not removed at: Worcester Housing Authority, Department of Modernization, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605 1. F.W. Dodge, 24 Hartwell Ave., Lexington, MA 02173 2. Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Parkway South, Norcross, GA 30092 3. Project Dog, 18 Graf Road Unit #8 Plan Room, Newburyport, MA 01950 Attention is called to the following: 1. Provisions of Equal Employment Opportunity; 2. Provisions for payment of not less than the minimum wages as set forth in the Specifications; 3. Provisions of Chapter 14, Acts of 1966, Imposing a Temporary Sales Tax, Section 1, Subsection 6 (d) and (k) exempting the Authority from the operation of such a chapter; 4. Requirement to furnish and pay for a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Bond as set forth in the specifications, 5. Insurance certificate indicating coverage for public liability, property damage and workers compensation, in accordance with the contract requirements, must be filed by the successful bidder upon signing of the contract.

The contract will be awarded to the responsible and eligible bidder with the lowest proposed contract price including the dollar amount of all accepted alternates. The Worcester Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids, in whole or in part, or to waive any informalities in the bidding if it be in the public interest to do so. No bid of a General Bidder shall be withdrawn, after opening thereof, prior to thirty (30) days, Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays excluded, without the consent of the Worcester Housing Authority. No bid of a Sub-Bidder shall be withdrawn, excluded, after award of the contract to the General Contractor without the consent of the Worcester Housing Authority. Questions regarding this project shall be submitted in writing 72 hours prior to opening and emailed to Mod-Bids@worcester-housing.com. Reference the WHA Job Number only in the subject line.

Worcester Housing Authority Dennis L. Irish, Chairperson DATE: January 2016

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LEGALS/PUBLIC NOTICES THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS TOWN OF SUTTON OFFICE OF THE COLLECTOR OF TAXES NOTICE OF TAX TAKING TO THE OWNER OF THE HEARINAFTER DESCRIBED LAND AND ALL OTHERS CONCERNED YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT ON TUESDAY, the 9th day of February at 12:00 O’CLOCK P.M. at the SUTTON TOWN HALL, pursuant to the provisions of General Law Chapter 60, Section 53, and by the virtue vested in me as Collector of Taxes. IT IS MY INTENTION TO TAKE FOR THE TOWN OF SUTTON the following parcels of land for nonpayment of the taxes due thereon, with interest and all incidental expenses and costs to the date of taking, unless the same shall have been paid before that date.

ALLARD JAMIE P, ALLARD ROBERT A, ALLARD ALLEN M LAND & BUILDING located at 2 LEDGE ST in SUTTON, containing 30,492.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 004900099, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 27136/091. Tax for FY-2015 $2,794.58.

BALAZS, ERNEST G, BALAZS, CYNTHIA M Subsequent Owners:GERVAIS, DEREK G,GERVAIS, KRISTI M LAND & BUILDING located at 5 PUTNAM HILL RD in SUTTON, containing 2.360 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 002300050, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 14013/0111. Tax for FY-2015 $32.67.

CONLON JEFFREY R, LAND & BUILDING located at 30 BOSTON RD in SUTTON, containing 27,965.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 000600165, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 22269/239. Tax for FY-2015 $660.45.

CONNORS TOMM S, HOWE ELIZABETH, LAND located at 332 W SUTTON RD in SUTTON, containing 5.580 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 003500062, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 34117/220. Tax for FY-2015 $2,213.44.

KEOWN JANET, LAND & BUILDING located at 96 DODGE HILL RD in SUTTON, containing 43,560.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001100081, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50027/232. Tax for FY-2015 $2,108.07.

KEOWN JANET, LAND located at 98 DODGE HILL RD in SUTTON, containing 4.160 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 001100300, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50027/232. Tax for FY-2015 $538.44.

LAMOTHE LIVING TRUST, LAMOTHE GEORGE E & TALLEA W TRS, LAND & BUILDING located at 75 WORC-PROV TPKE in SUTTON, containing 1.570 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 000500135, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 33639/364. Tax for FY-2015 $4,919.65.

LIZOTTE SHARON E, MIKELONIS SCOTT, LAND & BUILDING located at 2 BURDON RD in SUTTON, containing 25,728.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 003900047, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 11567/0104. Tax for FY-2015 $979.21.

COULTER RICHARD A, LAND & BUILDING located at 6 BULLARD LN in SUTTON, containing 29,839.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001000063, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 44338/55. Tax for FY-2015 $1,615.82.

MACHUNSKI PAUL J, MACHUNSKI PATRICIA L, LAND & BUILDING located at 79 HIGHLAND VIEW DR in SUTTON, containing 20,250.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001200147, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 24273/397. Tax for FY-2015 $1,000.00.

DEMERS JOYCE, LAND located at 30 R HOUGH RD in SUTTON, containing 1.510 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 005100008, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 04466/0214. Tax for FY-2015 $90.07.

MACLAREN RICHARD S, LAND located at 106 R WHITINS RD in SUTTON, containing 4.750 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 005000006, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50343/212. Tax for FY-2015 $6.49.

DIBELLA JO-ANNE, C MICHAEL DIBELLA, LAND & BUILDING located at 51 DODGE HILL RD in SUTTON, containing 40,511.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001100117, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 28791/94. Tax for FY-2015 $3,253.23.

MACLAREN RICHARD S, LAND located at 94 R WHITINS RD in SUTTON, containing 34.000 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 005000008, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50343/212. Tax for FY-2015 $31.68.

GREENHILL PROPERTIES LLC, LAND located at 223 MANCHAUG RD in SUTTON, containing 1.840 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 004800079, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 51672/237. Tax for FY-2015 $1,542.90.

HICKEY GAYLE M, LAND & BUILDING located at 2 BASHAW RD in SUTTON, containing 1.010 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 001100031, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 05054/0249. Tax for FY-2015 $3,928.08.

HODGE GEOFFREY L, LAND & BUILDING located at 146 MENDON RD in SUTTON, containing 1.960 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 003000101, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 16475/0191. Tax for FY-2015 $93.92.

HOPEDALE DEVELOPMENT INC, Subsequent Owners: STEWART, CLARENCE E & JOAN E, COMM OF MASS LAND located at 271 EIGHT LOTS RD in SUTTON, containing 14.000 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 002700001. Tax for FY-2015 $25.80.

KEENAN KEVIN J, KEENAN NANCY L, LAND & BUILDING located at 5 WACHUSETT DR in SUTTON, containing 20,680.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001100239, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 14181/362. Tax for FY-2015 $640.63.

KENNEY MARGARET, LAND located at 44 PIERCE RD in SUTTON, containing 16,553.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001900040, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 09698/0232. Tax for FY-2015 $156.79.

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MACLAREN RICHARD S, LAND located at 128 R WHITINS RD in SUTTON, containing 7.550 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 005500003, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50343/212. Tax for FY-2015 $9.32.

MCCALLUM TRAVIS, LAND & BUILDING located at 23 CARRIER LN in SUTTON, containing 14,810.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 005300025, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 23170/75. Tax for FY-2015 $4,827.05.

MCCALLUM TRAVIS, MCCALLUM ERICA, LAND & BUILDING located at 17 CARRIER LN in SUTTON, containing 2.480 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 005300045, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 48821/229. Tax for FY-2015 $3,684.61.

MCDONALD DAVID M, MCDONALD AMMIE L, LAND located at 10 LINDA CIR in SUTTON, containing 15.990 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 001900126, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50396/164. Tax for FY-2015 $2,852.28.

MEEHAN SANDRA E, Subsequent Owner: CARRINGTON MTG SERVICES LLC BUILDING located at 31 D COLD SPRING DR in SUTTON, shown on Assessor’s Map 0011000200014D, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 39124/397. Tax for FY-2015 $4,648.94.

MOCHUN STEPHEN P, MOCHUN BONNIE P, LAND & BUILDING located at 134 LINCOLN RD in SUTTON, containing 3.560 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 002600022, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 21507/90. Tax for FY-2015 $3,416.69.

MORIN BRIAN R, MORIN SHARYN M, LAND located at 16 OLD MILL RD in SUTTON, containing 14,810.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 003500027, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 43596/54. Tax for FY-2015 $40.03.

MORONEY PAUL A, MORONEY JACQUELINE M, LAND & BUILDING located at 142 EIGHT LOTS RD in SUTTON, containing 50.000 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 002100028, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 19929/1251. Tax for FY-2015 $4,060.38.

NIEWIERA JULIE, NIEWIERA THOMAS TRUSTEE, LAND & BUILDING located at 10 SOUTHWICK RD in SUTTON, containing 2.790 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 003100117, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 08781/0049. Tax for FY-2015 $3,958.12.

NURZYNSKI DARIUSZ, LAND & BUILDING located at 33 PLEASANT ST in SUTTON, containing 1.030 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 000600111, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50164/65. Tax for FY-2015 $2,019.24.

NURZYNSKI DARIUSZ, LAND located at 34 R HARTNESS RD in SUTTON, containing 41,818.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 000600269, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 50164/65. Tax for FY-2015 $17.54.

SMITH JAMES M JR, SMITH JAIME A, LAND & BUILDING located at 4 W SECOND ST in SUTTON, containing 3,000.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 004900012, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 49577/331. Tax for FY-2015 $44.46.

SMITH JAMES M JR, SMITH JAIME A, LAND & BUILDING located at 4 .5 W SECOND ST in SUTTON, containing 4,125.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 004900013, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 49577/331. Tax for FY-2015 $58.13.

SNYDER JOHN R, SNYDER LETITIA A, LAND & BUILDING located at 122 LELAND HILL RD in SUTTON, containing 38,768.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001200008, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 06981/0198. Tax for FY-2015 $3,277.62.

SNYDER JOHN R, SNYDER LETITIA A, LAND located at 115 LELAND HILL RD in SUTTON, containing 3,920.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 001200105, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 06981/0198. Tax for FY-2015 $25.53.

TURGEON DIANNE C, LAND & BUILDING located at 17 DARLING LN in SUTTON, containing 23,087.000 SQ FT shown on Assessor’s Map 005400124, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 40613/295. Tax for FY-2015 $640.64.

YARBER KEVIN, YARBER KARIN L, LAND & BUILDING located at 15 REBEKAH LN in SUTTON, containing 3.290 ACRES shown on Assessor’s Map 003000119, recorded at WORCESTER DISTRICT REGISTRY OF DEEDS - Book/Page 38692/186. Tax for FY-2015 $11,305.70.

WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS January 21, 2016 SEALED BIDS shall be received at the Purchasing Office, 69 Tacoma St., Worcester, MA 01605 IFBs maybe picked up at the location above or may be downloaded from our website: www.worcester-housing.com/ purchasing, or call (508) 695-3203, TDD (508) 798-4530. Bidders are responsible for ensuring they have received any/all addenda prior to submitting a bid.

Separate awards will be made for each IFB. WHA reserves the right to reject any all responses, in whole or in part, deemed to be in their best interest. Award of all contracts is subject to the approval of the WHA Executive Director or Board of Commissioners. The Operating Agency shall indemnify and hold harmless the WHA and its officers or agents from any and all third party claims arising from activities under these Agreements as set fort in MGL c.258, section 2 as amended.

Bid No. Release Date Project Title Bid Surety Bid Opening RFP - Constable Services N/A 10:00 a.m., February 11, 2016 16-04 1/21/2016 16-04 Constable Services - Pre-Bid Conference 10:00 a.m., January 28, 2016 Re Cappoli Chief Procurement Officer Visit our website at: www.worcester-housing.com/purchasing

MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE

ANSWERS TO TODAY’S PUZZLE

Premises: 15 Rebekah Lane, Sutton, Massachusetts. By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Kevin Yarber and Karin L. Yarber to Hometown Bank, dated July 11, 2006, and duly recorded with the Worcester District Registry of Deeds, Book 39381, Page 324, of which mortgage the undersigned, Hometown Bank f/k/a Hometown Bank, a Cooperative Bank, is the present holder, for breach of conditions contained in said Mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same, said premises will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 A.M. on the 3rd day of February, 2016 at or upon the mortgaged premises, 15 Rebekah Lane, Sutton, Massachusetts, as described below, being all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, together with all the rights, easements, and appurtenances thereto, to wit: The land in Sutton, being shown as Lot 3 Rebekah Lane on a Plan of Land in Sutton, Massachusetts, owned by Kenneth Linder dated April 22, 1998, and recorded with the Worcester District Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 733, Plan 23. BEING the same premises conveyed by deed dated March 23, 2006 and recorded with the Worcester South District Registry of Deeds in Book 38692, Page 186. TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of any and all rights, rights of way, mortgages, restrictions, easements, local zoning laws and regulations, building and code violations, covenants, improvements, unpaid taxes, unpaid water and/or sewer bills, outstanding tax titles, municipal or other public taxes, assessments, federal and state tax liens, other liens or claims in the nature of liens, and existing encumbrances of record created prior to the above-described mortgage, if there be any, or otherwise having priority over the mortgage described herein, if there be any, and the rights of tenants and occupants of the mortgaged premises, if there be any. The premises shall also be sold and conveyed subject to any restrictions of record and rights of redemption for unpaid federal taxes, if there be any, as shall, notwithstanding this provision, constitute valid liens or encumbrances thereon after said sale. The highest bidder shall be required to pay TEN THOUSAND and No/100 ($10,000.00) Dollars by certified, bank, treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale as a deposit. All bidders must exhibit said required deposit to the auctioneer immediately prior to the auction sale in order to qualify as a bidder. The balance of the purchase price is to be paid by certified, bank, treasurer’s or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days after the date of the sale at the offices of Attorney David E. Silverman, Silverman & Esposito, 264 Main Street, Oxford, Massachusetts 01540. The Mortgagee reserves the right to postpone the sale to a later date by public proclamation at the time and date appointed for the sale, and to further postpone at any adjourned sale date by public proclamation at the time and date appointed for the adjourned sale date. The successful bidder shall be required to execute a Memorandum of Sale and Terms and Conditions of Sale at the Auction Sale at the conclusion of the bidding. In the event the successful bidder at the Auction Sale shall default in purchasing the within described property according to the terms and conditions of this Notice of Sale and/or terms of the Memorandum of Sale executed at the time of the foreclosure, the Mortgagee reserves the right to sell the property by foreclosure deed to the second highest bidder, at its bid commitment which was made at the time of the foreclosure sale, providing that said second highest bidder shall execute a Memorandum of Sale and Terms and Conditions of Sale and deposit with Mortgagee’s attorney, David E. Silverman, Esquire, the amount of the required deposit as set forth herein within five (5) business days after written notice of the default of the previous highest bidder. If the premises are not serviced by a public sewage system, the purchaser will be solely responsible for compliance with all Title V Regulations, including, but not limited to, any inspection and upgrade requirements set forth in 310 CMR (Code of Massachusetts Regulations) 15.300 through 15.305. The purchaser will be responsible for all closing costs, state documentary stamps, and recording fees. The description of the property contained in the mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical or clerical error in this publication. Other terms and conditions to be announced at the time and place of sale.

Hometown Bank f/k/a Hometown Bank, a Cooperative Bank, Present Holder of Said Mortgage By its Attorney, David E. Silverman, Esquire, Silverman & Esposito, P.O. Box 245, 264 Main Street, Oxford, MA 01540 (508) 987-2707

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Registry NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Premises: 154 Park Hill Avenue, Unit 154, Park Hill Avenue Condominium, Millbury, MA By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Alvaro Gomez, Marla Lopez and Juan L. Garcia to Eastern Bank, and now held by 21st Mortgage Corporation, said mortgage dated February 6, 2007, and recorded with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 40633, Page 363, said mortgage was assigned from Eastern Bank to Option One Mortgage Corporation, by assignment dated February 6, 2007 and recorded with said Registry of Deeds in Book 41794 at Page 333, said mortgage was further assigned from Sand Canyon Corporation f/k/a Option One Mortgage Corporation to Residential Funding Company, LLC, by assignment dated August 21, 2012 and recorded with said Registry of Deeds in Book 49594 at Page 168, said mortgage was further assigned from Residential Funding Company, LLC f/k/a Residential Funding Corporation to Christiana Trust, A Division of Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB as Trustee for Knoxville 2012 Trust, by assignment dated December 21, 2012 and recorded with said Registry of Deeds in Book 50788 at Page 283, said mortgage was assigned from Christiana Trust, A Division of Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB as a Trustee for Knoxville 2012 Trust to 21st Mortgage Corporation, by assignment dated August 25, 2014 and recorded with said Registry of Deeds in Book 52784 at Page 111; for breach of the conditions in said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction on February 12, 2016 at 11:00 AM Local Time upon the premises, directly in front of the building in which the unit is located, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: The Unit known as #154 in the building known as Park Hill Avenue Condominium, Millbury, Massachusetts 01527 (building) a condominium established by the grantors pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 183A by Master Deed date 03-16-06 recorded March 21, 2006 with the Worcester District Registry of Deed in Book 38593 Page 211 (Master Deed) which unit is known on the floor plans (Plans), Plan Book 840, Plan 3, of the Buildings recorded simultaneously with the Master Deed, and is shown on a copy of a portion of the Plans attached hereto and make a part hereof, to which is affixed the verified statement of a registered professional land surveyor in the form required by Section 9 of Chapter 183A. Post Office Address – 154 Park Hill Avenue, Millbury, MA 01527 The Unit is conveyed together with: 1. An undivided interest of 50% in the common-areas and facilities (Common Elements) of the condominium described in the Master Deed attributable to the Unit.

2. An easement for the continuance of all encroachments by the Unit of any adjoining units or Common Elements existing as a result of construction of the Building, or which may come into existence hereafter as a result of settling or shifting of the Building, or as a result of repair or restoration of the Building or of the Unit after damage or destruction by fire or other casualty, or after a taking in condemnation or eminent domain proceedings, or by reason of an alteration or repair to the Common Elements made by or with the consent to the Trustees.

3. An easement in common with the owner of other units to use any pipes, wires, ducts, flues, cables, conduits·, public utility lines and other Common Element located in any if the other units or elsewhere in the Condominium and serving the Unit.

4. Rights and easements in common with other unit owner as described in the Master Deed.

Said Unit is conveyed subject to: 1. Easement in favor of adjoining units and in favor of the Common Elements for the continuance of all encroachments of such adjoining units Common Elements on the unit, now existing as a result of construction of the Building, or which may come into existence hereafter as a settling or shifting of the Building, or as a result of repair or restoration of the Building or of any adjoining unit or of the Common Elements after damage or destruction by a fire or other casualty, or after a taking in condemnation or eminent domain proceedings, or by reason of an alteration or repair to the Common Elements made by or with the consent of the Trustees.

2. An easement in favor of the other units to use the pipes, wire, ducts, flues, conduits, cable, public utility lines and other Common Elements located in the Unit or elsewhere in the Condominium and serving such other units.

3. The provisions of the Unit Deed, the Master Deed, the Declaration of Trust, and the Plans as the same may be amended from time to time by instructed recorded in the Worcester District Registry of Deed, which provisions, together with any amendments thereto, shall constitute covenants running with the land and shall bind any person having at any time and interest or estate in the Unit, his family, servants and visitor, as though such provision were recited and stipulated at length herein.

4. All easements, agreements, restrictions and conditions of record, insofar as the same are now in force and applicable.

The Unit is intended only for residential purposes except that the Trustee of the Condominium association may, in any case, grant a unit permission to use the unit for any professional or commercial purpose, ancillary to the residential use, if permitted by the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Millbury.

The Unit shall not be used or maintained in a manner inconsistent with the provisions of the Master Deed, or of this. Unit Deed, or the Park Hill Avenue Condominium Trust and By-Laws and Rules and Regulations thereto as the same may from time to time be amended.

The description of the property contained in the mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication. For Mortgagor’s Title see deed dated February 6, 2007, and recorded in the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds, in Book 40633, Page 357. Said Unit will be conveyed together with an undivided percentage interest in the Common Elements of said Condominium appurtenant to said Unit and together with all rights, easements, covenants and agreements as contained and referred to in the Declaration of Condominium, as amended. TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described. FIVE THOUSAND ($5,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days after the date of sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale.

Shechtman Halperin Savage, LLP, 1080 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Attorney for 21st Mortgage Corporation, Present Holder of the Mortgage (401) 272-1400

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In 1999, Creed’s sophomore album, “Human Clay,” sold over 11 million copies in the U.S. alone. With notable singles such as “Higher” and “With Arms Wide Open,” Creed quickly became pioneers in the late-’90s post-grunge rock era. Flash forward to 2016 and the distinct voice of Creed vocalist Scott Stapp still remains a prominent figure in the modern rock scene. Despite years of depression, drugs, arrests and untreated bipolar disorder, Stapp has washed away those years to embark on his Proof of Life solo tour. Worcester Magazine had the chance to talk to Stapp days before his appearance at the Palladium Sunday, Jan. 24.

“Proof of Life” deals with some dark elements: life, death, suicide. What was that writing process like? It was a very

autobiographical experience, in which I started off taming some very dark times in my life and song by song went through on how I resolved those issues. So, I, by the end of the album, found the light.

As an artist, what is your greatest accomplishment? Well, my greatest

accomplishment, personally, would be my wife and my family. As an artist, it would be the success with the number one singles and the Grammy for “Arms Wide Open.” [“Human Clay”] went Diamond only after two years, so that was a career marker.

You were struggling for a while. When was the specific moment you realized you needed help? This last episode I had. I was really

in a delusional and manic state, it was really an eye opener. I realized this was something bigger than I ever had imagined, which I had later found out was untreated and undiagnosed bipolar disorder. After discovering that is when it really hit home that were a lot of changes that needed to be made. I had to take it as serious as I had ever taken anything in my life.

For anyone struggling with mental health, bipolar, depression, drugs, etc., what is the best piece of advice you can offer them?

Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Don’t fight it alone. Talk to somebody. My wife, Jaclyn, helped me through it all.

She tours with me and the kids come out periodically, so it’s awesome to have them with me.

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How is your solo work similar to Creed?

How do you separate yourself from Creed?

Lyrically, my solo work is a continuation of my story, so there would be an extreme similarity to Creed there. Sonically, I’m trying to take things in different directions and pushing boundaries and go some places that I wouldn’t go and hadn’t gone while in Creed.

What are you hopes for your current Proof of Life tour? I really want to connect with

the audience emotionally, mentally and spiritually through rock and roll music. I want it to be an experience that people go to and go through a journey as we present the show. Connection is very important.

We all understand that we live this life together. We all go through struggles and ups and downs and music has kind of been the soundtrack for that. I hope that the audience can experience that with me.

What was the inspiration behind “Jesus Was a Rock Star?” And Is Jesus still a rock star?

Yeah, man. The inspiration behind that was simply my faith and me getting a chance to share my beliefs about Christ and where he fits in in my world. I’m not the rock star, let me tell you who the real rock star is, and share that truth in my belief.

What is it like working with so many different musicians? Who would you like to work with in the future? Any new artists have you taken a liking to? Everyone has a

different energy and a different vibe and creativity that they bring to the creative process and it’s exciting for me. It keeps it new and keeps it fresh. I’ve really been

fortunate that I’ve gotten to work with some amazing and talented artists over the years. I hope to continue to have that opportunity in the future. I’ve been into Sevendust lately, I’m really excited about their Grammy nomination and just really think that they’re an amazing band.

really hit home with me. The tour has been awesome so far. Fans have been amazing, the band has been performing great. The energy has been spectacular. It’s been everything we hoped it could be.

Any possibility of Creed returning? I sure

Boston area. One thing that was awesome for me was I got to sing “God Bless America” during the Red Sox/Cardinals World Series, where the Red Sox won for the first time after 86 years. That was an amazing experience for me. I’ve also done some recordings in that area at a famous studio called The Farm, where The Stones and Hendrix used to record, so I got fond memories of that.

hope so. When the time is right. We’re all working on different projects right now, and hopefully we’ll have that conversation down the road. The door is always open on my end.

Besides music, what are some of your favorite hobbies? I love to play golf, man.

It’s something I’ve enjoyed for years.

And so, that’s really the only hobby I got going outside of music. On a personal level, spending time with my kids and my family.

How did Creed become so successful? It was a lot of hard work, I think the key to Creed getting discovered was making a demo and taking it the local radio station and getting it played on a locals-only segment. So really, I think getting your music recorded and getting something out there that’s a good representation of who you are as an artist is the key to making it. Write songs from the heart and get them recorded. There’s so many stories of fans coming up to me telling me how my music has been there for them during some difficult times in their lives or during some memorable times in their lives. Those are the stories that hit home the most, when you realize your music has been the soundtrack for someone else’s life experience. Those are the ones that

Any good memories of Boston and Central Mass? I’ve had some amazing shows in the

What is next for Scott Stapp, as a person and as a musician? I’m actually working

on a full-length album with a new group of guys. It’s a new project that I’ll be making an announcement on at the end of February/early March. Then I’m also continuing to write for my next solo record. There’s no definitive timeline, but I hope to have that out sometime in 2017.

So there’s a lot going on that I’m excited about and there’s a lot of creativity and I get to do what I love.

Scott Stapp will be performing as part of his Proof of Life tour on Jan 24 at the Palladium. Tickets can be purchased at The Palladium box office or online at www. thepalladium.net. For more information and dates on Stapp’s tour, visit www. scottstapp.com. The Palladium is located at 261 Main St. - Colin Burdett

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