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February 7, 2010 -
February 13, 2010 |
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Pavement Heat
February 13, 2010 - This Mallard preferred the heat off
the pavement to that of the cool iced water. |
February 13, 2010 - Forgot about Valentine's Day? It's still not too late!
Local florist shop Gulbankian Farms Garden Center and Florist Shop will
still be open for that last minute gift, card or flowers. Conveniently
located at Mt. Vickery Road and Route 85 right across the street from the
Southborough Post office and Dunkin Donuts.
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Southborough Business News
SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass. - Protonex Technology Corporation a leading provider of
advanced fuel cell power systems, today announces that it has received an
incremental $1.49 million contract award from the U.S. Army CECOM to deliver
additional advanced portable battery charger / APU fuel cell products. This
follows the US Army CECOM’s decision to exercise an option in its original
contract with the Company which was announced on 20 January 2010.
This
award increases the total funded value of the overall contract to $3.34
million and additional options remain within the contract which, if awarded,
could increase the total value of the contract to $6.4 million.
Under
the terms of this eight-month, phase two program, Protonex is expected to
deliver 30 additional portable battery charger / APU products to the U.S.
Army for field use. The M250-CX units will include all of the
next-generation improvements developed during the phase one program, which
include increased power output, further integrated battery management and
charging capabilities, additional ruggedisation and reduced overall size and
weight.
Commenting on the news, Greg Cipriano, Vice President, and Marketing &
Military Development, at Protonex said:
“This additional phase two program is another important milestone for
Protonex as our M250-CX power systems move closer to deploying to our U.S.
soldiers. We are excited about delivering on our first low volume order for
the M250-CX, one of the Company’s flagship military products.”
Protonex’
M250-CX system is a lightweight, 250-watt portable power system designed to
meet the stringent demands of a wide range of military battery charging and
auxiliary power unit applications. The unique design combines advances in
fuel cell energy conversion and battery charging technology into one
complete product solution to provide military battery charging and 28V
auxiliary power with extremely low weight, noise, and thermal signature.
Investment firm
Brighton House Associates LLC
has moved from Marlborough to Southborough, nearly tripling the amount of
office space it occupies along the way.
The firm
moved this week into 17,571 square feet of space at 2 Park Central Drive in
Southborough in order to accommodate a growing number of employees,
according to Matthew J. Morgan, the
Parsons Commercial Group
broker who represented Brighton House in the deal. Parsons is based in
Framingham.
The
three-year-old firm's new home is a 50,000-square-foot office building near
the intersection of Route 9 and Interstate 495 in Southborough.
The
building is owned by
Capital Group Properties,
which is also based in Southborough. Capital Group was represented by CB
Richard Ellis of Boston in the transaction.
Globoforce Named to TechCrunch Europe Top 100 Index
Employee
recognition company’s innovation and growth results in #10 ranking
Dublin,
Ireland, and Southborough, Mass. ( Vocus/PRWEB)
February 10, 2010 -- Globoforce, the world’s leading provider of global,
strategic on-demand
employee recognition solutions,
today announced it was named to the
TechCrunch Europe Top 100 Index.
The Index, which was created by TechCrunch Europe alongside YouNoodle, ranks
the most innovative and highest-potential European tech companies.
www.globoforce.com
Globoforce placed number 10 on this year’s list of high-growth tech
companies in Europe. Based in Dublin, Ireland, Globoforce helps Global 2000
companies engage and motivate their employees by building strategic
recognition programs
that align with and reinforce their company goals and values.
“Since our inception, we made the strategic decision to take a global view
in our approach for not only our business model but also better serving the
varied needs of current and future global clients,” said Eric Mosley, CEO of
Globoforce. “This mindset positioned us for success in a crowded
marketplace, as it enabled us to help global companies unify their employees
and cultures through employee recognition programs that are built on a
global platform but executed locally.”
The
TechCrunch Europe Top 100 is a regularly updated Index of the most
innovative and highest-potential European tech companies. The index has been
created in association with
YouNoodle Scores.
Scores and rankings are based on a sophisticated algorithm using information
pulled in from thousands of online sources about early-to-mid stage
companies: traffic, mainstream media, funding information sources, the
blogosphere, and other key factors.
About
Globoforce:
Founded in 1999 and co-headquartered in Southborough, Massachusetts and
Dublin, Ireland, Globoforce is the world’s leading provider of global,
on-demand, strategic employee recognition solutions for Global 2000
companies. Named a 2008 Inc. 500 company, Globoforce delivers an innovative,
easy-to-use, on-demand software solution that engages employees across the
globe, transforming the way enterprises motivate their workforce.
Globoforce’s blue-chip customer base, which includes Avnet, Dow Chemical,
Global Crossing, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Intel, Intuit, Procter & Gamble
and Thomson Reuters, reflects the importance of recognizing and engaging the
workforce in the 21st century. For more information, visit
www.globoforce.com
or visit the Company’s blog at
http://globoforce.blogspot.com/
SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass ViryaNet a leading provider of software solutions
that optimize business processes for field service management, today
announced key executive promotions for Jeff Oskin and Aviram Hinenzon. These
key promotions will leverage the success ViryaNet has experienced in 2009.
ViryaNet
has been profitable through the first 3 quarters of 2009 and expects to be
profitable in 2009 (Q4 results have not yet been announced) with significant
improvements in gross margins. In addition, ViryaNet is beginning to deliver
key capabilities from its focused technology investments in its G4
integrated product platform. Finally, ViryaNet's channel strategy and key
partnerships are providing significant wins in strategic targeted markets.
With
this strong foundation for growth in place, promotions for Jeff Oskin and
Aviram Hinenzon will align their new roles with the continued execution of
ViryaNet's strategic plan.
Jeff
Oskin has been promoted to President of ViryaNet. Jeff was previously COO of
ViryaNet and has been a key contributor to ViryaNet recent success. Jeff has
been with ViryaNet for more than 10 years. He has played a major role in
developing and building ViryaNet's channel partnerships. In his new role as
President, Jeff will be responsible for driving the execution of the
company's growth strategy that includes continued profitable growth through
expanding channel sales and building key strategic partnerships.
Aviram
Hinenzon has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing of ViryaNet.
Aviram was previously Vice President of Product Management. Aviram has been
with ViryaNet since 2006 and has been responsible for ViryaNet's product
strategy. Working closely with partners and customers, Aviram drove the
vision for ViryaNet's next generation platform, G4, which delivers
un-paralleled field service management capabilities. In his extended role as
VP of Marketing, Aviram will be responsible for both the continued
development of leading product capabilities and extensive outward-bound
marketing programs to the market, ViryaNet's customers and its partners.
"One of
the key assets for ViryaNet has been its strong leadership team, said Memy
Ish Shalom, CEO of ViryaNet. I am confident that Jeff and Aviram, in their
new roles, will help ViryaNet reach its next milestones for growth and
continued profitability." |
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Sunday
Feb. 14 |
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Varsity |
Gymnastics |
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
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An Olympic Event but do you know what it's all about?
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The
Algonquin Regional
Teachers’ Association is
pleased to announce the
Second Annual Jeanne
Arathuzik Memorial Cinco
de Mayo 5K Run/Walk.
Jeanne was a much-loved
Spanish teacher at our
school, and was a
Northborough resident
for her whole life.
Proceeds will be put
toward student
scholarships (one in her
memory) and the
American Cancer Society.
This is a wonderful
opportunity to join in a
community effort to
honor a remarkable woman
and teacher. Race, run,
walk, have fun …
come and
celebrate Jeanne!
Date & Time:
Sunday, May 2nd at 11:00
am.
Registration:
Starts at 9:00am. Kids’
race at 10am.
Course:
Start/Finish at
Algonquin Regional High
School (79 Bartlett
Street, Northborough,
MA)
Awards:
Awards for all
categories following the
race.
Categories:
19 and under; 20-39;
40-59; 60+
Amenities:
Restrooms available.
T-shirts to all
runners/walkers
registered before April
15.
Entry Fee:
$20.00 before April
15th. $25.00 after
April 15th.
KIDS’ “FUN-RUN” FREE
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February 12, 2010 - Yesterday students at
the Woodward School listened to Meteorologist Barry Burbank who spoke to
third graders about the weather. They also donated $50 to the Jack
Williams Wednesday Child program. (contributed photos)
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United Parishes of
Southborough Annual Lenten Series
“What the Cross Means to Me”
All are welcome to attend the Lenten Series which will begin at 6:00pm for
prayer service, followed by a light supper, and conclude with a reflection
and questions.
February 23 at St. Mark’s Church, (Fr. Tom Garlick)
March 2 at St. Anne Church, (Fr. Ken Wolfe)
March 9 at St. Matthew Church, (Fr. Jim Flynn)
March 16 at Pilgrim Church, (Pastor Paul Sanderson)
Pastor John Wortmann will serve as MC throughout the series. Please join us. |
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Saturday
Feb. 13 |
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Varsity |
Indoor Track |
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
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Book
Recycle
February 11, 2010 - As part of our
efforts at Woodward School to Reuse, Reduce and Recycle and to support our
Read-A-Thon, the Literacy Committee sponsored a “Give One, Get One” Book
Swap on Tuesday, February 9. Students brought in as many as five of their
“gently used” books that they wanted to swap one for one with a classmate.
All the students that participated were excited about making recommendations
of books for their classmates as well as bringing home books of their
choice. Teachers agreed that the Book Swap is a great opportunity for
students to make room for new books and to encourage reading by sharing with
their classmates. (contributed photos from the 2/9/10 event).
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Ski Time
February 11, 2010 - Algonquin Skiers had a great time at
the fun race today.
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A Weekend of Railroading!
N-Track Model Trains Display
Saturday, February 13, 10 am–4:30 pm
Sunday, February 14, noon–4 pm
February School Vacation
Week begins with a weekend filled with model railroading fun! The Northeast
Ntrak Modular Railroad Club will be at the Museum with beautifully detailed
train displays. Long trains running on main and branch lines pick up and set
out cars at the many industries and stations along the way. Admission is
$5/family (members); $7/family (non-members).
 Game
Day!
Tuesday, February 16, 10 am–2 pm
FREE
Drop in to play classic
board games. Challenge family and friends, and see locally made toys and
gamesin our galleries. Free.
National Heritage Museum
33 Marrett Road
Lexington, MA 02421
781-861-6559
To see all we have on view, visit our web
site at
www.nationalheritagemuseum.org
Free admission and parking
Closed Mondays, except for Monday holidays
Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am-4:30 pm
Sunday, noon-4:30 pm
Heritage Shop and Courtyard Café on site
The Museum was founded by and is supported by the
Scottish Rite Masons.
Be sure to check out our blogs! The
National Heritage Museum Blog is a great
resource for information on American history,
Freemasonry, Fraternalism, and Museum news. Our
Learning Blog facilitates the use of primary
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Thank you to our Season 14 Sponsor
Tomasso Tattoria, Southborough's premier dining
establishment and winner of Best of Boston West,
and their sister market Panzano Provviste have
teamed up with Steeple to deliver great music
and drive more dollars to local charities.
Thank you to Tom and Mary Prince and the rest of
the team at Panzano and Tomasso for their
generous support!
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Greetings friends!
First a brief apology. This was meant to go out
a week ago, but there was a glitch. So, think
of this as the perfect plan for the last minute
Valentine's weekend outing...
We have two fantastic performers for you this
month:
Meg Hutchinson and Maura Kennedy.
Meg reminds me of a younger version of so many
of the well established great singer
songwriters. She has it all, fantastic
melodies, well crafted songs, and strong
vocals. Meg's songs are of the variety that
sound great and familiar even when you hear them
for the first time. This is Meg's second
appearance at Steeple and we are very happy to
have her back.
Maura Kennedy is of course best know for her
work as half of the acclaimed duo the Kennedys
along with her husband Pete. There have been
lots of bands and backing gigs along the way as
well, but now there is a solo CD, and Steeple
Coffeehouse is proud to be the greater Boston CD
release party! Maura is a friend of Steeple
Coffeehouse and one of our favorite performers.
Need the perfect date night that doesn't break
the bank? Here is the formula:
Valentine's
Date Night
+ Affordable Childcare
+ Fantastic Steeple Coffeehouse Show
Take advantage of the
phenomenal deal from
Tomasso, and the very
affordable childcare provided by our friends
at the Pilgrim Church Youth Group. Also, please
help us by supporting the
Southborough Food Pantry.
Please note that the Tomasso deal is a little
different than most months given that it is
Valentine's Day weekend.
- This is a four course meal instead of
the usual three.
- Plan for extra time - we highly
recommend reservations of 5:30 or earlier
We are doing our best to help you help the
community we live in while having fun at the
same time. Please help us help you by joining
us for a great evening.
See you Saturday!
Cheers,
Joe
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Saturday February 13 @ 7:30
"On her first "solo" venture, Ms.
Kennedy unleashes her better pop angels
and her most tormenting demons on
"Parade of Echoes," a near-Spectorian
symphony of ebullient/anguished
ruminations on any True Lover's worst
fears, denials and fervent hopes."
-Jim Musser, Iowa City Press Citizen
12/31/09
Meg Hutchinson
Lyric-based, contemporary acoustic
songwriter. Influences include poet Mary
Oliver, songwriter Shawn Colvin, and mood
maker David Gray. Originally from rural
western-most Massachusetts, Hutchinson now
lives in the Boston area. She released
Come Up Full on Red House Records in
2008, and is now preparing for the release
of her new album The Living Side in
February 2010.
Tickets:
In Advance: $14 General/ $11 Students & Seniors
At the Door: $17 General/ $14 Students & Seniors
Affordable childcare available for this show.
Click here for details.
Order online through
Brown Paper Tickets.
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Tomasso's Unbelievable Offer
Exclusive "4
Course Dinner & Show" Menu from
Tomasso
Trattoria
Valentine's Day Special, our generous sponsor
Tomasso Trattoria will be offering a 4 course
pre-concert menu with a discount available
exclusively to Steeple Coffeehouse ticket
holders. The cost is $45 per person (only
$40 if prepaid with online ticket purchase!).
The deal is available day of show (tickets must
be purchased by noon for the deep discount) and
is exclusively for concert ticket holders.
Reservations are strongly recommended.
For current menu click
here.
For complete details click
here.
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Southborough Food Pantry
As you know, the proceeds from our shows go to
great local charities. In keeping with our
giving spirit, we're asking guests to bring
items for the Southborough Food Pantry to each
show.
Click here for a current list of items needed.
When donating items, please check the expiration
dates as the Food Pantry won't be able to use
expired items.
Thank you! |
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The Discovery Museums
177 Main Street
Route
27
Acton,
MA 01720
978-264-4200
www.discoverymuseums.org
Friday, February 12
VALENTINES: FUN WITH SCISSORS AND GLUE
10:00 AM Children’s Discovery
Hearts a-flutter! Make someone you love a special valentine as you practice
your cutting skills.
Friday, February 12
VALENTINES: SIMPLY ENGINEERED
1:30 – 4:30 PM Science Discovery
Discover how simple paper cuts and folds can transform ordinary cards into
impressive pop-up keepsakes!
(Vacation week!)
LEGO ZONE
School Vacation, February 13-21
All day, Science Discovery
Join Lego lovers of all ages in community building projects and Lego design
challenges. Design racecars, spaceships, and more. Add your creation to our
community board for display at the Museum. Lego donations are welcome!
COLOR THE WORLD
School Vacation, February 13-21
10:00 AM Children’s Discovery
Create art for public display in the Rainbow Room at the Children’s
Discovery Museum! Each day, adults and children collaborate on a canvas
using shades of the designated color(s). Add your personal touch to each
Canvas Creation and then design your own masterpiece to take home.
RAINBOW DAY - Saturday, February 13
RED DAY - Sunday, February 14
ORANGE DAY - Monday, February 15
YELLOW DAY - Tuesday, February 16
GREEN DAY - Wednesday, February 17
BLUE DAY - Thursday, February 18
VIOLET DAY - Friday, February 19
BROWN DAY - Saturday, February 20
BLACK DAY - Sunday, February 21
Wednesday, February 24
BEATRIX POTTER: More than Peter Rabbit!
SMART Gals (Science-Math-Art)
Drop-in 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM Science Discovery
Beatrix Potter, best known as the author and illustrator of the Peter Rabbit
books, was also a self-taught botanist who studied fungi and lichens. Learn
how her paintings of fungi led her to careful observations, experiments, and
important discoveries. Be inspired by this artist and scientist and make
your own sketches of fungi, mosses and lichens.
SMART Gals (Science-Math-Art) Series is sponsored by The Ramsey McCluskey
Family Foundation.
Thursday, February 25
FACE PAINTING FUN!
10:00 AM Children’s Discovery
Be a butterfly, a tiger, or anything else you can imagine as we decorate
your face.
Friday, February 26
MESSY MASTERPIECE
10:00 AM Children’s Discovery
It’s play dough creations day! With just a few basic ingredients, you can
mix up some dough and construct original art.
Friday, February 26
GEODESIC ENGINEERING
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM Science Discovery
Discover how math, geometry, and engineering come together as you construct
a 6-foot geodesic dome. Learn about Buckminster Fuller, and geodesic
structures from houses to buckyballs, diatoms, and viruses!
Saturday, February 27
MEET BESSIE!
10:00 AM Children’s Discovery
Come meet Bessie, the dinosaur mascot of The Discovery Museums. She’s loves
to give high-fives and hugs! *Bessie is a costumed museum staff
member.
Sunday, February 28
STORY TIME
10:00 AM Children’s Discovery
Today’s story will be When it is Night, When it is Day by Jenny
Tyers.
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Friday
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Freshman |
Basketball |
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North Middlesex H S |
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JV
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Basketball |
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JV
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Basketball |
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North Middlesex H S |
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JV
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Hockey |
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Johns H.S. |
Northstar Rink |
6:00PM |
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Varsity |
Basketball |
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North Middlesex H S |
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Varsity |
Basketball |
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Friday
Feb. 12 |
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JV |
Basketball |
VS |
Tahanto Reg. High School |
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Varsity |
Basketball |
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Tahanto Reg. High School |
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Let's
Move is a new initiative to get children out and moving to keep our children
healthy. For more information click the button to the left. |
Due to a
conflict with a Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on February 24th,
the ZAC Villages discussion meeting will be held on
Wednesday, March 3rd at 7:30
p.m. at Cordaville Hall.
There will not be a ZAC meeting on February 24th.
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More
Photos of the Aristocats
February 10,
2010 - Can be found at
Flicker by clicking here. |
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Algonquin Varsity Boys beat Shepherd Hill 75-37 in a vital
non-league game  Senior Graham Turner had 12 points and 13 rebounds. The
Tomahawks improved to 8-9, and need to win two out of their final three
games to qualify for the Division 1 Central tournament.
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CONSUMER
ADVISORY: REFUND ANTICIPATION LOANS
The Massachusetts Division of Banks Opposes All High-Rate
Refund Anticipation Loans
Given the
consumer protection concerns of RALs, the Massachusetts Division of Banks
(Division) opposes the predatory interest rates associated with most RALs
and supports the following positions:
The
Division urges consumers to avoid high-rate RALs.
Consumers should electronically file income
tax returns.
Consumers should request direct deposit to
your checking or savings account.
The
Division encourages out-of-state banks to refrain from making
high-rate RALs. No Massachusetts banks offer these high rate
products.
What is a
Refund Anticipation Loan (RAL)?
A RAL is a
loan borrowed against the amount of your anticipated income tax refund and
often includes extremely high interest rates and fees.
Tax return
preparers sometimes advertise what they refer to as "Rapid Refund," "Fast
Cash Refund," "Express Money" or "Instant Refund." These very tempting
offers get you your anticipated refund immediately or within a day or two.
What many people don’t realize is that there is a high price to pay and that
what is being offered is actually a high-cost loan.
If you don’t
receive your refund or if it is smaller than anticipated, you will have to
repay the full loan.
Why We’re
Concerned
One of the
most controversial aspects of RALs is the fact that they are often targeted
to low-income workers who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit, a
federal and, in many cases, state-supported tax policy to support low-income
working families. In addition, although Massachusetts has attempted to rein
in the interest rates and fees associated with RALs, national banks and
their agents who make RALs have claimed broad preemption authority and
continue to make RALs available.
Don’t Pay to
Borrow Your Own Money
Your tax
refund is money that you worked hard to earn. Don’t give it away. Most
taxpayers don’t realize that they can have their refund in two weeks or less
— even without receiving a costly RAL. To avoid the temptation of getting a
RAL and to save money at tax time:
If
you have an urgent bill to pay, ask creditors for more time until
the tax refund check comes from the Internal Revenue Service. Don’t
take on a new expensive debt to pay an old bill.
File
your tax return electronically and have your refund deposited
directly into your bank account. This will speed up your refund.
Some refunds will be deposited in as few as 10 days.
If
you do not have a bank account, consider opening one. A list of
banks that participate in the Commonwealth’s Basic Banking for
Massachusetts program, as well as a description of the program's
low-cost bank account, is available at
Basic Banking for
Massachusetts.
For
free tax preparation, low- to moderate-income tax payers can take
part in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, which is
coordinated by the IRS. VITA sites can be found in libraries,
community centers, local governmental offices, non-profit
organizations, and other locations during tax season. Most locations
offer free electronic filing to expedite the receipt of tax refunds.
To locate the nearest VITA site, call 800-829-1040. For more
information on the VITA program, visit the
IRS website.
The
AARP Tax-Aide program provides free tax preparation and assistance
services to millions of low- and middle-income taxpayers, with
special attention to those ages 60 and older. Electronic filing and
online counseling are also offered by the program. To find the
tax-aide nearest you, visit the
AARP website.
Need Help or
More Information?
If you have
a RAL or would like more information on RALs, please contact the
Massachusetts Division of Banks at (617) 956-1500 or go to
their website.
Or, contact the Massachusetts Department of Revenue at (800) 392-6089 or go
to
their website. |
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Thursday
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Ski |
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Thursday
Feb. 11 |
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Freshman |
Basketball |
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Gym
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Freshman |
Basketball |
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JV
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Basketball |
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5:00PM |
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Boys |
JV
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Basketball |
VS
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Bay
Path Regtechhs |
Gym
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5:30PM |
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Varsity |
Basketball |
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6:30PM |
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Boys |
Varsity |
Basketball |
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Gym
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Softball
Players Wanted
The Marlboro Senior Softball Assoc is having registration for
the
2010 season and we are looking for players of all talent levels for
weekday mornings. 55+ for men and 45+ for women. We are also looking for
players 50+ for our Saturday travel league. You must reach the minimum
age by December 31st. The only requirement is your willingness to get
out and give it a try. We presently will have 2 teams that play
weekdays once a week in the morning and a Saturday morning travel
league. Our schedule runs from April to September. Contact Fred Scerra at
(774) 249-0143 or e-mail at
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Wednesday February 10,
2010 Due to the impending snowstorm:
Algonquin Regional
Worcester County
Early Release Schedule, No
Afternoon/Evening Activities
Southborough Public
Worcester County
Early Release Schedule, No
Afternoon/Evening Activities
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Southborough
Comprehensive Zoning Review and Update: Villages
February 24th, 7:30 pm, Cordaville Hall
Due to the weather forecast, we are
POSTPONING the ZAC Villages meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 10th. We are
RESCHEDULING this meeting for WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24th at 7:30 p.m. at
Cordaville Hall.
Villages Meeting Discussion Handout
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Reminder:
WINTER PARKING BAN 2009/2010
There will be no parking on any public way in the Town of
Southborough from 12 midnight until 6:00 a.m. and furthermore, there will be
no parking on any public way during any snowstorm in the Town of
Southborough. Vehicles parked will be towed at the owner’s expense
(according to the Town’s Code).
This Ban
will be in effect from December 1, 2009 through March 15, 2010.
Illegal
parking during unusual storms occurring before or after the Ban will be
dealt with according to Section 152-6 of the Code of the Town of
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Winter Storm Warning Issued
Winter storm warning in effect from 8 am Wednesday to 1 am
est. Thursday,
The NWS in taunton has issued a winter storm warning for heavy snow, which
is in effect from 8 am Wednesday to 1 am est. Thursday. The winter storm
watch is no longer in effect.
This winter storm warning includes northern Connecticut, Rhode Island and
south of interstate 90 in Massachusetts. This includes the cities of
Hartford, Springfield, Worcester, Boston, providence, taunton, Brockton,
Plymouth, fall river and new Bedford.
Snow is expected to develop between 7 am and 10 am from Hartford to
Springfield to providence Rhode Island. For the remainder of the region
including the greater Boston area, snow will overspread the region between
10 am and 1 pm. Snow will become heavy at times across the warning area
Wednesday afternoon and continue into the evening. Snowfall rates of 1 to 2
inches per hour are likely during this time. This will result in hazardous
travel Wednesday afternoon and evening, especially during the late day
commute.
As for snowfall totals, snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are likely
across the warning area before snow tapers off late Wednesday night. Higher
amounts of up to 18 inches are possible across Rhode island and interior
southeast Massachusetts. For cape cod and the islands, snow amounts of 4 to
7 inches are likely across cape cod and the islands where some sleet and
rain will mix in for a time, resulting in less snow across this area.
Northeast wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph will affect cape cod and the islands
Wednesday afternoon and night. This will result in poor visibilities and
some blowing and drifting snow. This may result in near blizzard conditions
for a time across Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts. The snow will be
wet across the coast and bring the potential for down tree limbs resulting
in scattered power outages. These strong winds may also impact eastern
Massachusetts from Plymouth county northward to cape ann.
Precautionary/preparedness actions,
A winter storm warning is issued when an average of 6 or more inches of snow
is expected in a 12 hour period, or for 8 or more inches in a 24 hour
period. Travel will be slow at best on well treated surfaces, and quite
difficult on any unplowed or untreated surfaces.
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April is Poetry Month at the Southborough Library
The Month of April will be filled with literary learning and fun for all
ages at the Southborough Library, 25 Main Street, Southborough. Plans are
underway for a month-long Poetry Festival to celebrate this classic form of
expression. Partial funding for this project comes from a grant by the
Southborough Local Arts Council.
Do you know a local
poet who might want to share his or her work with the community? Have you
written a poem you’d like to share with everyone? Want to help others learn
the fine art of iambic pentameter, or how to craft a fine limerick?
To offer your suggestions or your
poetic expertise for the Poetry Festival, please call the Library at
508-485-5031 and speak with the director Jane Cain. See you at the
Southborough Library in April! |
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Marlborough
Hospital Auxiliary “Sweets for the Sweet” Bake Sale
Chocolate lovers alert! The Marlborough Hospital Auxiliary is
having its “Sweet for the Sweets” bake sale from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the
hospital cafeteria, 157 Union St., Marlborough. While the emphasis is on
chocolate for Valentine's Day, there will be a wide assortment of others
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Merrimack River Eagle Festival
Newburyport, Massachusetts
Saturday, February 13, 2010
All Free
Presented by Mass Audubon's Joppa
Flats Education Center and the
Parker River National Wildlife
Refuge
Come to Newburyport on February
13th for a full day of activities
celebrating the return of our Bald
Eagles!
Visit Eagle Hotspots 9:00
- 4:00
Naturalists will show you Bald
Eagles from sites along the
Merrimack River. Maps will be
available the day of the tour. All
ages welcome.
Go on an Eagle Tour 9:00
- 2:00
Tours start every half hour and take
1.5 hours to complete. Departure
point: The Newburyport Chamber of
Commerce. Advance registration
required (978-462-9998). Recommended
for adults and children age 6 and
over.
See an Eagle Show 10:00 -
11:00 and 1:30 - 2:30
Tom Ricardi of the Massachusetts
Bird of Prey Rehabilitation Facility
presents two educational programs
for all ages at Newburyport City
Hall featuring raptors great and
small. First come, first served.
Pose for a Photo with a
Raptor 11:15-11:45 or 12:30-1:00
Hunt's Photo & Video will take your
photo with a raptor for a $10
donation to the Eagle Festival.
Newburyport City Hall. Limited
availability. Advance registration
recommended (978-462-9998).
Otherwise, first come, first served.
Have Fun With Your Family
9:00 - 4:00
At the Parker River National
Wildlife Refuge Headquarters: Make
an eagle button or dissect an owl
pellet! Special feature: owls from
Mass Audubon's Blue Hills Trailside
Museum.
At the Joppa Flats Education
Center: Make an eagle nest and play
games! Special feature: hawks from
Mass Audubon's Blue Hills Trailside
Museum.
Find Eagle Festival
Information 8:30 to 4:00
Eagle Festival information will be
available at all festival
headquarter sites:
Mass Audubon's Joppa
Flats Education Center
1 Plum Island Turnpike,
Newburyport
Parker River National
Wildlife Refuge Headquarters
6 Plum Island Turnpike,
Newburyport
The Newburyport Chamber
of Commerce 38R
Merrimac Street, Newburyport
Newburyport City Hall
60 Pleasant Street, Newburyport
Other Opportunities to
See Bald Eagles
Call Mass Audubon's Joppa Flats at
978-462-9998 for information or to
register.
Wednesday Morning
Birding
Wednesdays, 9:30-12:30. For
adults. Preregistration not
required.
Saturday Morning
Birding: What's That Bird?
Saturdays, 9:30-11:30. Get the
basics on birds in the
Newburyport area, including Bald
Eagles. For adults and children
age 8 and up. Preregistration
required.
Bald Eagles of the
Merrimack River.
Sunday, February 28, 9:00-12:00.
For adults. Preregistration
required.
Family Flyby: Eagles,
Owls, & Hawks, Oh My!
Saturday, February 27,
10:00-2:00. For families with
children ages 2 to 12.
Preregistration not required.
Homeschool Field
Trip: Bald Eagles of the
Merrimack
Friday, February 26, 12:30-3:00.
For children ages 7 to 12.
Preregistration required.
Take a Walk on the
Wild Side: Bald Eagles
Saturday, February 20,
9:30-12:00 or Sunday, March 7,
1:00-3:30/ For families with
children ages 7 and up.
Preregistration required.
For additional wildlife programs
at Parker River and Joppa Flats, go
to
www.fws.gov/northeast/parkerriver/
or
www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats
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Merrimack River Eagle
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Mass Audubon's Joppa Flats
Education Center, located at
One Plum Island Turnpike, is
a natural history education
center that is open to the
public Tuesday through
Sunday and Monday holidays,
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call
978-462-9998 for additional
information, or visit
www.massaudubon.org/joppaflats.
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Operated by the US Fish and
Wildlife Service, the Parker
River National Wildlife
Refuge encompasses over
two-thirds of Plum Island
and consists of 4,662 acres
of critical coastal
habitats, including dunes,
maritime forest, and salt
marsh. The Refuge Visitor
Center and Headquarters, at
Six Plum Island Turnpike in
Newburyport, is open Monday
through Friday from 8:00 am
to 4:30 pm. Exhibits are
open 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Call 978-465-5753 for more
information, or visit
www.fws.gov/northeast/parkerriver. |
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Wednesday
Feb. 10 |
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Varsity |
Ice
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Marian High School |
Northstar Rink |
6:00PM |
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Varsity |
Ice
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**Postponed To Tba - Shrewsbury High School |
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8:00PM |
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
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More Aristocat Photos
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It's A Party
February 8, 2010 - The Friends of Southborough Recreation
held a Valentine Party this weekend.
All proceeds were donated to the Haiti disaster relief
through the Red Cross. (Contributed photos)
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1/30/10 Saturday
Commercial alarm turnpike road
Medical Marlboro road hockey player
Medical Marlboro road hockey player
Warrant pine hill road
Medical Marlboro road hockey player
Speeding complaint Main Street and Brigham Street
ACO fox fighting with dog east Main Street
Medical Marlboro road hockey player
Speeding complaint Marlboro road
Speeding complaint Marlboro road at School Street
Residential alarm Oland lane
Child car safety seat install
Radar woodland road
Traffic enforcement Marlboro road and Main Street
Motor Vehicle stop violation Central Street
Medical Marlboro road hockey player
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Not a rainbow but a cloud Iridescence or commonly called a
Sun Dog. There were several of these spotted today in the Central MA area.
(Contributed Photo)
Space Weather News for Feb. 8, 2010
http://spaceweather.com
BIG SUNSPOT: The sudden emergence of big sunspot 1045 over the weekend has
caused a sharp uptick in solar activity. The active region has produced
three M-class and almost a dozen C-class solar flares since it appeared on
Saturday. The strongest blast, an M6-class eruption on Feb. 7th, may have
hurled a coronal mass ejection toward Earth. High-latitude sky watchers
should be alert for auroras in the nights ahead as a result of this
activity. Also, ham radio operators are picking up strong solar radio bursts
using shortwave receivers. Sample sounds and images may be found at
http://spaceweather.com.
SPACE WEATHER ALERTS: Would you like a call when the next geomagnetic storm
erupts? Sign up for Spaceweather PHONE:
http://spaceweatherphone.com
Another great site for sky and celestial watchers to locate
info on comets, Iridium flares, satellites and the international space
station plus much more click
Heavens Above.
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ANN LATIMER STRATE, 68 years old, of
Southborough MA, formerly of Paoli PA, died of pancreatic cancer on February
2, 2010. She was the wife of Norman Strate for 45 years. Ann was the
daughter of the late Major William J Latimer who died as a POW of the
Japanese in 1945 and Elizabeth Perot Bracken, who pre-deceased her on
January 12, 2010. The only father known to Ann is John Paul Bracken, a
Philadelphia atty of Moravian Hall Square, Nazareth PA.
Ann's life was one of service to others. Wherever she lived in this country
or abroad, she volunteered to civic and cultural endeavors.
Ann is survived by her siblings, Dotty Greer of Spokane WA, Bill Latimer of
Alstead NH, Betsy Miller of Paoli PA, and Sally Withers of Ft Collins CO;
and a multitude of nieces and nephews and their offspring who truly loved
their Aunt Ann.
She is also survived by her 3 daughters, Margaret Ann Strate of Surprise AZ,
Mary Strate-Friesen of Montreal CAN, and Amanda Csank of Lynn MA and 8
grandchildren.
Ann was graduated from The Agnes Irwin School, Rosemont PA and Susquehanna
Univ, Selingsgrove PA.
Services will be held at St Mark's Episcopal Church, 27 Main St.,
Southborough MA 01772, on February 13, 2010, at 3 P.M., with a reception
following at the Parish Hall.
Ann has requested donations, in lieu of flowers, to either Kroc Center
Boston, MA, c/o Robert Peters, Jr, The Salvation Army, MA Div, 25 Shawmut
Rd., Canton MA 02021; or The Rev Edmund K Sherrill, Prin'l, The School at
Church Farm, 1001 E Lincoln Hwy., Exton PA 19341. |
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Linda Ann Deverix, 64, of Falmouth,
formerly of Ashland, passed away Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010. Born in Newton, she
was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mildred (Ardito) Cavaretta, and wife
of Raymond J. Deverix. They were married 42 years. A longtime resident of
Ashland, she moved to Falmouth in 2005. Linda worked as an administrator for
emergency room physicians of the MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham. In
addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Michael Deverix and his
girlfriend, Jen Nataly, and their children, Hannah, Brendon, and Celia
Deverix, and Cameron and Andrew Nataly, all of Rochester; two daughters,
Laurie North and her husband, Robert, and their son, Davis North, all of
Plymouth, and Kristen Matarese and her husband, John, and their children,
Jack, Joseph, and Ella Matarese, all of Ashland; two brothers, Robert
Cavaretta of Arlington, and Steven Cavaretta of Waltham; one nephew, Dean
Cavaretta; and many cousins. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday,
Feb. 10, at 10 a.m., at St. Matthews Church in Southborough. Calling hours
are Tuesday, Feb. 9, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Matarese Funeral Home, 325
Main St., in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El
Segundo, CA 90245. |
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
No Events Scheduled
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Tuesday
Feb. 9 |
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Basketball |
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Montachustt Regvochs
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Freshman |
Basketball |
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Basketball |
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4:45PM |
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Girls |
Varsity |
Basketball |
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Blackstonevalleyregtechhs |
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5:15PM |
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Varsity |
Basketball |
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FT Meadow, Marlborough Ice Fishing Tournament
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The Aristocats
February 7, 2010 - A very talented group of Neary Drama
students participated in the play the Aristocats on the Trottier Stage this
past weekend. There was barely a seat available at the performances it
was so popular. More photos to follow this week.
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Water Break
February 7, 2010 - Southborough Firefighters responded to a
call for frozen water pipes that had blown. Power was shut off to the
vacant house and the DEP was called as the water was up to the furnace and
mixing with the home heating fuel.
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Southborough meetings
February 8 - February 12, 2009
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Meeting |
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Advisory
Committee - |
2/8/10 |
7:30 PM |
Upper Hall
Cordaville Hall |
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Board of Selectmen -
Agenda |
2/9/10 |
6:00 PM |
Hearing
Room Town House |
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Open Space Preservation Commission |
2/10/10 |
7:00 PM |
Board of Health Office Conference Room |
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Southborough School Committee -
Agenda |
2/10/10 |
6:30 PM |
Hearing Room Town House |
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Woodward School Council |
2/10/10 |
3:30 PM |
Office Conference Room Woodward School |
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ZAC-Public
Discussions on Zoning Revision Process: Open Space and Villages |
2/10/10 |
7:00 PM |
Cordaville Hall |
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Senior
Center Activities
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8 Monday |
9
Tuesday |
10 Wednesday |
11
Thursday |
12 Friday |
13
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8:30 Health Clinic |
7:45
am Walking
Group
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9:30 Pool
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8:30
Health Clinic
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9:00
Friday Hours
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9:00 AM
Center Opens
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9:00 Dr. Cooper |
9:30 am Tai Chi
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10:00 AM Creative Writers
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9:30
Cribbage |
11:00 Senior Singers |
9:30 Mah Jongg |
10:00 Canasta |
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12 Blue
Plate Special |
12 Ping
Pong
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2:00
Fitness |
12 PM Pitch |
2:00 PM
Fitness |
12 Pitch |
10:00 Tina Bemis |
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1:00 Water Aerobics |
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1 PM Bridge |
1 PM Water Aerobics |
Click here for
the new Senior Center Website
Support Our Senior Centers:
Stop on in and get your "Senior Centers Bumper Sticker"
Computers:
We now have
two computers in the hall before you enter our main room that are now hooked
up to the internet. You will be able to read e-mail and look up information
as well as play some fun card games. Feel free to sit down and use the
computers. Let us know if you would like any help.
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Southborough Library Schedule
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Monday 8 |
Tuesday 9 |
Wednesday 10 |
Thursday 11 |
Friday 12 |
Saturday 13 |
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10:30 Story Time
Ages 2-5
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10:30 Story
Time
Ages 2-5
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10:30 Story
Time
Ages 2-5
Senior Center
Book Group The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton
Book Discussion
Group grades 2 - 3 /6:30 - 7:30 |
11:00
Toddler Time
Ages 0-2
years
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11 - 12 Valentine's Party |
The Library has a great new website: Click here
For the February Calendar with Reminders click here |
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
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TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Monday
Feb. 8 |
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Shepherd Hill Regional HS |
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Shepherd Hill Regional HS |
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Basketball |
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To those who
fly the American Flag. THANK YOU for showing your patriotism. However - the
winter winds can be harsh to your flag. If yours is torn or ripped - Please
replace it.
You can leave your damaged flag in the collection box located next to the
Control Booth at the Transfer Station or contact me and I'll make
arrangements to pick up it up. Thanks
Steve Whynot
Commander
VFW Post 3276
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February 6,
2010 - Recently - Homes in Southborough have been contacted by a
group soliciting for donations to ship packages to the troops. I have
confirmed with the Millis AMVETS, they do in fact have a professional firm
working to solicit donations.
However - Please take note - They DO NOT receive the full amount donated.
An unknown portion of the donation is retained by this soliciting
group. Also - some of these calls have been "less than professional".
The VFW Post 3276 and American Legion Post 161 of Southborough would like to
advise people - that we support 100% Lisa Braccio and her group of
volunteers who have been conducting "Package Drive for the Troops" for the
past five years. I can personally attest that everything donated to Lisa's
drive - is dedicated to the troops.
Donate at your own discretion.
Steve Whynot
Commander
VFW Post 3276
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Events & Essentials E-news
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ACTION ALERT - Join us
February 4 in Boston |
 SUPPORT Nursing
Home Dementia Regulations, Silver Alert for
Wandering, and State Alzheimer's Plan.
Bring a photo of your loved one to put a face on
Alzheimer's! Join us Thursday, Feb. 4 at the
State House in Boston, 9:30-11:00 am. Click
on the picture now! Read about
the
legislation. Need more inspiration? Read Jim
Wessler's blog
"Not Ready to Make Nice." |
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In the News... |
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The National Institutes of
Health soon will begin
enrolling thousands of hypertension
sufferers in a major study to see if
aggressive treatment protects not just
their hearts but their brains.
Associated Press |
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National Alzheimer's
Action Summit
March 3-7 |
Our legislators must
understand the urgent need
to increase federal research
funding for Alzheimer's
disease. Join us at the
Alzheimer's Association
Action Summit in Washington,
D.C. Feel the power of
joining our voices together
to fight this disease!
E-mail Jennifer
Carter for more
information.
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Alzheimer's Programs Help MA & NH
Families |
 We
offer programs throughout Massachusetts
and New Hampshire. Programs are always
free for individuals and families coping
with the disease. Programs include
Maintain Your Brain, Getting Started,
and Legal and Financial Issues and
Answers. Find a program near you:
Program Calendar. |
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Beginner and Experienced Athletes
Welcome |
Join us! The Alzheimer's
Association's Run for the Memory team
is looking for runners and
volunteers to participate in
our spring/summer running program.
Races include:
Boston 2010, April 19, 2010 (
Qualified marathon runners still
welcome.);
Run 2 Remember (½ Marathon &
5 Miler), May 30, 2010 (Applications
available online.); and
Max Performance Triathlon
Series, Summer, 2010 (Perfect
for first time triathletes!)
Volunteers needed!
For all races, volunteers are
greatly needed. If
you are not a runner but are
interested in supporting the
program, sign up today to
volunteer.
For more information, visit the
Run Website. Or contact
Michelle Gonzalez.
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Meet Tina
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Tina L. Annis, Age 34, Attorney
Concord, NH
Connection to Alzheimer's:
My law practice focuses on estate
planning and elder law. Over the years,
I have seen many clients who have been
affected by the disease.
What do you most want people to know
about Alzheimer's?
There is a financial component that
should not be overlooked. It is
important for families to seek help from
professionals about how to manage assets
when someone is diagnosed with this
illness, and the sooner the planning is
done, the more options there will be.
Why did you decide to get involved with
the Alzheimer's Association?
I decided to get involved because I have
seen firsthand how the Alzheimer's
Association helps families. I have
helped to organize New Hampshire Memory
Walks for the last three years because I
believe in the cause and the hope of
finding a cure. The spirit and
determination of the families facing
this disease are inspiring.
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March 10 SAVE THE
DATE/Research Event |
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ON THE CUTTING EDGE OF
ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH: The
Search for Answers. Meet the researchers
conducting ground-breaking research.
When: March 10, 7:00 PM
Where: National Heritage Museum,
Lexington, MA
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Down Syndrome and
Alzheimer's. DVD Guide |
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 With the
current rise in life expectancy for
persons with Down syndrome and their
increased risk of developing Alzheimer's
with advancing age, this timely and
informative DVD will help professional
and family caregivers to understand the
changes Alzheimer's can cause in memory,
communication, and behavior. Included
is the real story of Jim Gillis
(pictured left), a man with Down
syndrome and later, Alzheimer's.
Writer/producer/director
Julie Moran,
DO, says the idea for
the film "started when I was told that
no training videos existed for direct
caregivers of individuals with the dual
diagnosis of DS and AD. There is
tremendous need for accurate and
practical education on this topic, and I
was compelled to create a teaching tool
to help close this educational gap." To
order the film, click on the photo.
To learn more about Down Syndrome and
Alzheimer's,
CLICK here. |
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Learn About Our New Clinical Pilot
Program |
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A new pilot program of the Alzheimer's
Association Clinical Studies Initiative
is designed to address the challenge of
recruiting and retaining study
participants. We are seeking effective
ways to mobilize and motivate study
participants in an effort to accelerate
clinical research. CLICK
here
to learn more and to view the range of
local dementia studies currently seeking
your direct involvement. |
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Find the Right Support Group for
You! |
There are 180 Association-affiliated
Support Groups meeting in NH and MA.
Find the right one for you. Starting in
March, a new group will meet in Raynham,
MA. All Support Groups are FREE.
For NH and MA info on all
Support Groups
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Coping with Early Stage Memory Loss |
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Sign-up today for
MA sessions. Learn techniques for living
with early memory loss.
Feb. 11th
1-2:30 p.m. Worcester Senior
Center
Feb. 18th
6-7:30 p.m. Association's Watertown
Office
To
register, call 617.868.6718.
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Everything Alzheimer's on Facebook
& Twitter |
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Join the lively community on Facebook of
people who care about Alzheimer's.
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Volunteer Today! |
Do you want to fight Alzheimer's on
the front line? Become a volunteer
today. For Massachusetts,
For NH,
call 603.606.6590.
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24/7 HELPLINE |
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Answers to your questions about
Alzheimer's. Available 24/7
Call 800.272.3900
or contact us at our
Helpline Online.
Our trained counselors can provide
information--it's free and
confidential.
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Our Vision: a world without Alzheimer's
disease.
Alzheimer's Association, Massachusetts/New
Hampshire Chapter
311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
regional offices:
Raynham, Springfield and Worcester, MA
and Bedford and Lebanon, NH
617.868.6718 MA | 603.606.6590 NH |
800.272.3900 24/7 Helpline
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Space
Weather News for February 6, 2010
http://spaceweather.com
LAST NIGHT LAUNCH OF THE SHUTTLE: On Sunday morning, February 7th, at 4:39
am EST, space shuttle Endeavour is scheduled lift off from Kennedy Space
Center on a 13-day mission to the ISS. There are only five missions left
before NASA ends the shuttle program, and this will be the last one to
launch at night. Visit
http://spaceweather.com for links to blogs and live video from NASA TV.
EMERGING SUNSPOTS: Amateur astronomers with solar telescopes should train
their optics on the sun. At least two new Solar Cycle 24 sunspot groups are
rapidly emerging in the sun's northern hemisphere. Images and updates at
http://spaceweather.com
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February School Vacation Camps
Lacrosse Clinic
Art Camp @ Arts Center of Southborough
Triboro Titans Hockey camp |
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2010 Sports Registration Drives
Pop Warner
Football and Cheerleading
Southborough youth Baseball and Softball |
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Sports and Outdoor Activities
Algonquin Regional High School
No Sports Scheduled
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
No Sports Scheduled |
Assabet Phys
Ed Participating in Hoops for Heart
We only
have one heart! Heart disease and stroke are the #1 and #3
leading causes of death in our country. This year, Assabet
Valley is participating in Hoops for Heart on February 3rd
and 10th and supporting the American Heart Association by
raising money to save lives. Copy and paste the following
link to access Assabet’s home page for donations…and thank
you!
http://honor.americanheart.org/site/TR/HoopsforHeart/HFH-FDA?team_id=126128&pg=team&fr_id=1290&et=RjkfWOLOInt0K4J9Qqlhog..&s_tafId=45520
Feel free to join us in the gym
on either or both dates above to show off your basketball
skills or jump roping abilities. Culinary Arts will be
providing heart healthy treats and refreshments to all those
that participate by making a donation. All and any
donations are welcome!! The Health Technology seniors will
also be there to give you “Your Numbers”…Blood Pressure,
Heart Rate, and Pulse Oxygen levels.
Please help us fix broken hearts. Will you make a
donation? It’s fast and easy to do on the team Web page!
You can even bring your donation down to the gym.
For more information about the American Heart Association
and its initiatives, please feel free to visit the website.
While there you can also meet some of the kids we can help!
Thank you for taking care of hearts that need our help!
Michael
Nicalek, Bobby Corazzini, Sandra Stuart, and Natasha Butland
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