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THE SEEKONK 200 on September 29th A Race To Benefit The Ronald McDonald House of Providence

The SEEKONK 200 on Saturday September 29th combines the 200 year anniversary (1812) of the Town of Seekonk as an official birthday event, with a track walk to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Providence and 200 Laps of exciting racing at the Seekonk Speedway. The event features the Northeast Midget Association (NEMA), www.nemaracing. com in their showcase event The Boston Louie Memorial Classic with the cars and stars of NEMA (29 Laps) and their junior division the NEMA Lites (21Laps). Long time NASCAR competitor Ken Schrader is tentatively scheduled to compete in the Boston Louie Memorial Classic where legendary open wheel racer Bentley Warren will serve as the event Grand Marshall. Also appearing is the ground pounding fastest short track race cars in the world from the International Super Modified Association (ISMA), www.ISMASUPERS.com competing for 100 Laps. 2008 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Champion Johnny Benson, Jr. returns to defend his 2010 & 2011 victories at the Cement Palace. Last but certainly not least is a 50 Lap Street Stock Race with $1000 to win. This racing division is one of the most exciting divisions that compete at Seekonk Speedway and will also attract competitors from other race tracks throughout New England. The event will begin with a track walk to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Providence. Information & Forms are available at www.RMHProvidence.com, or in person at the Seekonk Town Clerk’s Office, 100 Peck St. Seekonk, MA. Last years event raised $15,000; we feel we can easily exceed that amount in 2012. We are expecting a return of “Jackie” the Pink Fire Truck from R.I. Pink Heals www.ripinktrucks.com continued on page 6...

ISMA’s podium finishers at Seekonk’s Racing Against Cancer 100 pose with race promoter. From left, Gary Sagar, race promoter, Russ Wood second place, winner, for the second year in row, Johnny Benson Jr and third place finisher Rob Summers. Photo By Jim Feeney

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Town of Rehoboth News Notes by Laura Calverley

School Starts Sept. 5

School starts for all students except Kindergarten in the Dighton-Rehoboth regional school district on Wednesday, Sept. 5. Kindergarten starts Sept. 6.

Carreiro to Challenge Rep. Howitt for State Rep.

Swansea school committee member Keith Carreiro, a Democrat, will be challenging Republican incumbent Steven Howitt for state representative in the 4th Bristol District. Carreiro is a former teacher at Case High School in Swansea and currently serves as adjunct professor at Bristol Community College. He is hoping to debate Howitt numerous times before the election.

Town Exceeds Budget for Legal Expenses

The town’s legal expenses for the previous fiscal year went over-budget by more than $100,000. The bills for legal services amounted to approximately $188,000 for the period from July 2011 to June 2012. Of that amount, approx. $119,000 was charged by the town’s legal counsel, Kopelman and Paige. The firm represented the town in several lawsuits. The town budgeted $80,000 for legal fees.

Town Hires New Law Firm

The board of selectman last month approved the hiring of a new law firm, Blatman Bobrowski and Mead, to serve as the town’s legal counsel. The firm’s contract runs through June 2013. It has offices in Millis, Concord, Scituate and Newburyport. Kopelman and Paige will continue to represent the town in several ongoing lawsuits until those matters are concluded. A total of eleven law firms were considered as new town counsel.

AG Office Offers Forums on Open Meeting Law

Attorney General Martha Coakley’s Office will hold four educational forums on the Open Meeting Law throughout the state during the months of September and October. The forum in this area will be held 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 3 at the Taunton Superior Court House, 9 Court Street. The educational forums are free. Members of

public bodies, municipal employees, and members of the general public are encouraged to attend. Individuals interested are asked to register in advance by phone: 617-963-2925 or email: OMLTraining@ state.ma.us.

Fall Town Meeting Scheduled

Selectmen opened the warrant for the Special Town Meeting in the fall and the date was set for October 29 at 7 p.m. at the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School.

Selectmen Restrict Access to Anawan School

Selectmen Appoint VocTech Committee Member

Selectmen appointed Nancy Muri as the town’s representative to the Bristol-Plymouth Regional School Committee. Rehoboth was recently reappointed as a member community. Muri’s appointment is temporary until the next election in April, when the town will elect a committee member. Six students from Rehoboth will be attending BristolPlymouth as freshman in the fall.

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Selectmen voted to restrict access to the Anawan School on Bay State Road to authorized personnel only. Selectman Don Leffort opposed the policy. Leffort had wanted to bring a contractor and architect to inspect the building. Town meeting approved a proposal to work with the Massachusetts Housing Partnership to explore plans to turn the building into affordable housing for seniors and veterans.

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Horton Estates to Hold Lottery

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A lottery will be held later this month for seven, single-family, age-restricted homes at Horton Estates. The deadline for applications is Sept. 13 at 2 p.m. Horton Estates is an adult community for residents aged 54 and older. The development, which is still under construction, is expected to consist of 66 condominium homes. 43 homes are already sold or occupied. For further info, visit longbuilthomes.com/Rehoboth-ma. htm.

Fire Chief Presents Positive Report to Selectmen

Fire Chief Robert Pray told selectmen that the town’s fire department is operating well. The department is made up of 70 volunteers and Pray, who is the only full-time staff member. Pray said the department logs about 450 calls a year. Each of the three fire stations is run by a captain and the department has a total of six captains and three lieutenants. Most of the department is Firefighter I and II certified.

Business Directory.....................93 Church Listings..........................82 Classifieds..............................91 Club Announcements.................26 Dining Guide...............................88 Events and Activities..................40 How You Can Help....................56 Letters to the Editor......................7 Library......................................57 Obituaries................................81 People in the News..................50 Rehoboth Council on Aging.......84 Rehoboth Ramblings..................18 Rehoboth Rescue Squad..........15 Rehoboth Town News.................10 School...................................74 Seekonk Human Services..........71 Seekonk Scene..........................21 Sports Update............................52 State House................................60 Sturdy Memorial Hospital.........66 Then and Now............................62 Weddings & Anniversaries........87

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THE SEEKONK 200 on September 29th To celebrate the 200 years of the Town of Seekonk, we will offer a reduced ticket price to all Seekonk residents, and depending on sponsorship, would like to provide Fireworks at the end of the event. Ayla Brown of American Idol fame will be present to sing our National Anthem www.aylabrown.com.

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Johnny Benson Jr waves the checkered as he climbs out of his car after winning the Seekonk Racing Against Cancer feature for the second year in a row. - Photo By Jim Feeney

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Letters to the Editor... The letters in this section do not reflect the views of the staff of The Rehoboth Reporter. It is not our intent to take sides on any issues, but to present all arguments from all points of view. If your point of view is not represented on an issue, it is only because you have not voiced your opinion. Let us hear from YOU!

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We will no longer allow “Letter To Editor” writers to withhold their name, nor will we allow organizations to submit only the organization’s name on the letter without a representative’s name as well. In addition, we will not publish any letter that is considered libelous.

Thanks from The Seekonk Community Garden

Thanks to an Eagle Scout Project chosen by Gino Volpe of Troop1, the Seekonk Community Garden is now enclosed with a split rail fence, much to the pleasure of the many gardeners who have tilled the soil, resulting in, what appears to be, an abundant harvest season. Gino’s project was no small feat, many hours were spent in planning the project, obtaining funding for materials and finally, on a hot July day, overseeing the several Boy Scouts and volunteers who assisted in completing his project. Our thanks to Gino, his parents Chris and Angie, who tirelessly supported this endeavor and those who offered any assistance, including the Foxx Fence Company. Addendum: In a recent August meeting, the Seekonk Housing Authority Board voted to cease the existence of the Seekonk Community Garden. Barbara Malloy

Attention Seekonk Voters

Seekonk voters have a chance to hit a home run in the upcoming special election for Selectman. Paul Buckley is the right person, the right age, the experience all at the right time. The right age is mentioned only for the energy and new ideas he could bring to the job. He did it for the Assessor’s office by bringing the assessor function to the people in video productions he produced. He produced live shows where the Assessors made several presentations detailing the assessment process. His experience in local government is far above the others in this race. Paul worked on the Personnel Board and as a member of the Board of Assessors. He has organized candidate debate nights. Paul is aware of the issues facing our Town. This is the right time. Our present Board of Selectmen are the best group we’ve had in quite a while….they are just missing the fifth member, Paul. From my experience working with Paul as an Assessor, I can assure you Paul is his own person. His decisions will be independent, well thought out and researched. Add it all up…Paul is the right person. The Assessor office and the Board of Assessors will miss his contributions to our department. David Pitassi, Chairman, Seekonk Board of Assessors

Seekonk Special Election

On September 24th, Seekonk will hold a special election for selectman. It’s important to elect a person who is not only qualified, but actively involved in Seekonk. Paul Buckley is this person. He has been an assessor for three years, as well as, chair of the Seekonk Republican Committee. He is very concerned about Seekonk’s welfare. Besides policy and planning, Paul is also involved in social events. An example is the Seekonk Republican Committee’s donation of an ice sculpture for our 200th Birthday Dance. He also supports Save A Pets annual auction with generous donations. For selectman, it is important to elect a person who has Seekonk’s best interest at heart. Elaine Petter Letters continued on next page...

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Please join me and vote for Paul Buckley in the special election September 24th for the Board of Selectmen. Paul’s service to the town has spanned over several years which has prepared him to serve in the highest elected office in town government. “I feel it’s my time”, Paul has stated many times which he can claim from his many years of involvement in our community. Paul’s resume includes the Personnel Board, Board of Assessors, Chairman of the Republican Town Committee, to name a few. As a home grown candidate, Paul’s enthusiasm & vision matched with his character and integrity as displayed through his many years of distinguished service to our town, make him the clear best choice in this election. Please vote Paul Buckley on September 24th. Thank-you Gary S. Sagar

Kind Hearts!

My thoughtful and well intentioned mother in law last month posted a lost and found ad in the Reporter about my daughter’s lost stuffed animal. Since the Reporter comes out monthly my hopes were slim and I truly thought “Rainbow” my daughter’s pony was forever gone. With that said, there is truly a special individual that took it upon herself to find my daughter’s treasured stuffed animal. We are forever thankful to Madison who made it her mission to find my daughter’s stuffed animal and return it to us. Madison saw the ad in the Reporter and recalled seeing the pony on top of the roof at the athletic complex. Her parents have truly raised a remarkable daughter who is both compassionate and caring. Our heartfelt thanks to the kindness of this special young lady! Madison has already proven to be a difference maker in someone’s life and we are forever thankful! With gratitude, Shelley Hardro

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Thank You

Thank you once again, Rehoboth Reporter, for supporting the Carpenter Museum by allowing us free space, free advertisements, and special coverage of our events and programs. Your article and photo highlighting our Annual Clambake on the front cover of the last issue was outstanding. Your shared interest in the fascinating history of our town is appreciated. We are very grateful that you value the Carpenter Museum as a vital part of the Rehoboth community. - Barbara Spencer, Carpenter Museum Director

Heartfelt Gratitude

The Roy & Traficante Family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our friends, family and community for the outpouring of support, prayers and concern regarding our son, Jacob Roy. As many of you know, June 7th changed our lives forever in a single instant. Never did we ever imagine hearing the words your son has Leukemia. One of every parent’s worst nightmares came true for us. It’s hard to believe it was just the night before that he was on that baseball field doing what he does so well – on the mound pitching a winning game along with all of his team mates – just loving life. His strength amazed us then, and amazes us now - just in a new and more trying way. This new challenge we have encountered is a humbling & defining experience in our lives. It has been said that when life gets difficult you find out who your true friends are. Who will be the ones that walk beside you when times get tough. Our town has been nothing short of amazing! Please know how grateful our family is to everyone for your support and generosity through this ordeal. It is greatly appreciated. Knowing that we have so many that have our backs and are taking this ride along with us brings us immeasurable comfort. Thank you again for all that you have done for Jacob and our Family. Sincerely, Daniel & Holly Roy and Joseph & Joan Traficante

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Rehoboth Town News From The Clerk’s Office Dog Licenses

There are still 107 unlicensed dogs in the Town and I would remind dog owners to get their dogs licensed as soon as possible. The Non-Criminal Citation process has started which will add an additional $25.00 fine to the license and late fees already in place for unlicensed dogs.

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The STATE PRIMARY will be held on Thursday, September 6, 2012, and ALL THREE PRECINCTS will be open. Precinct I is the Town Office Building at 148 Peck Street, Precinct II is The Gladys L. Hurrell, Rehoboth Senior Center, at 55 Bay State Road and Precinct III is the South Fire Station at 102 Pleasant Street. The polls will be open at 7 a.m. and remain open until 8 p.m. The Voter Registration session for the State Primary and was held on Friday, August 17th at the Town Clerk’s Office. Voters who will be out of town on Election Day or who will be unable to get to the polls may contact the Town Clerk’s Office to obtain an absentee ballot; a written request, with the voter’s original signature, to the Town Clerk is required to obtain a ballot. The cut-off for applying for absentee ballots is 12 noon on Wednesday, September 5th for the State Primary. If voters have questions regarding their eligibility, they should call the Town Clerk’s Office. Continued on page 12...

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The STATE ELECTION will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2012. There will be only one Special Voter Registration session prior to the state election and that is scheduled for Wednesday, October 17th at the Town Clerk’s Office from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. This is the final date to register to be eligible to vote in the State Election.

Rehoboth Cultural Council Announces Grant Cycle

Do you have an event or workshop that you would like to share with your community and which is in need of funding? The Rehoboth Cultural Council (RCC) announces the opening of the 2013 grant cycle. Applications will be accepted from September 1, 2012 though October 15, 2012. The Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) has made available $3870 in funding to the local council for individuals, artists, artisans, school groups, and performers. You need not be a professional artist or performer to qualify for a grant; you just need something of interest to share with the community. Projects may receive partial or full funding. Successful projects encompass the arts, humanities, or social sciences. During the 2012 cycle, 12 projects received funding. Those projects included community concerts, field trips for our local school children, and a puppet show for our youngest library patrons. Retired Palmer River teacher, David Downs received funding for his program “Clutter Control “ which he presented at the Senior Center. Funds were awarded to the Antiquarian Society for their “Remembering Rehoboth School Days” events. Arts in the Village also received funding from the RCC. When it came to educating the public about the declining honeybee population in Massachusetts, the MCC helped to fund a program which went on to receive a coveted Gold Star Award. As you can see, awards go to a wide range of programs. The word “grant” can cause some trepidation, but we would like assure you that the application process is not onerous. If you are not sure your project qualifies or would like more information, please visit our tent at the Rehoboth Harvest Block Party on Redway Plain on Saturday, September 15 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. A representative of the Rehoboth Cultural Council will be available with information and guidance. The RCC would also like to invite you to join us as a committee member. We meet approximately six times a year at the Blanding Library to review grant applications and award funding. It is a great way to meet your Rehoboth neighbors who share a love of the arts and sciences. If you are interested, please contact us at RehobothCultural@ yahoo.com or www.mass-culture.org/Rehoboth. We look forward to meeting you!

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To help ensure our children have the right tools to start the school year, the Rehoboth Anawan Lions will be participating in the local school supplies donation campaign. Donations will be accepted at the Anawan Lions’ table on September 15, 2012 during the Rehoboth Harvest Block Party. You can also help by dropping off school supplies at Edward Jones, 492 Winthrop Street, Unit 1 in Rehoboth from September 1, 2012 to October 19, 2012. With your help, we can help ensure our children are prepared for academic success.

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There are several pretty and friendly kittens at the Rehoboth Animal Shelter this summer, as well as a few adult cats and dogs. This is Mouse, a very personable black and white female who loves to have people play with her. If you have a loving home to offer, please contact the shelter at 508-252-5767, ext. 126, or e-mail sandi_ruscetta@yahoo.com. (Please note that the shelter phone has not been working well lately, so be persistent.) Continued on next page...

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On August 1, Rehoboth Veterans Services put a new piece of equipment into service to support its veterans. A 2002 Ford Windstar conversion van was donated by the family of the Late Raymond Diresto. Raymond DiResto was a World War II veteran of Normandy, Belgium and Battle of the Bulge. He was member of Post 302 American Legion for over 60 years. Mr. & Mrs. Diresto were long time residence of Rehoboth before moving to an over 55 community in Norton. Ray was the beneficiary Rehoboth’s Veterans ride Program operated by American Legion Post 302 under the supervision of Rehoboth Veterans’ Services. Veterans can request individual rides to medical appointments with-in fifty miles of Rehoboth. The low mileage, well-equipped min-van has a special ramp and tie downs for use by those in a wheel chair. It replaces the twenty-one year old F350 Ford van with an electric lift. The old van is being considered for emergency use by Fire and Rescue.

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With autumn fast approaching, more and more people in the Rehoboth area will be enjoying the change of the leaves and the cooler temperature. Unfortunately, some autumn–related weather activities such as hiking and camping, turning the furnace back on, cleaning the chimney, and trick-or-treating do present their share of hazards. To help ensure everyone in the community enjoys a safe autumn, the members of the Rehoboth Rescue Squad & Emergency Management Agency offer the following tips and suggest you post them where they are likely to be seen by your family members and co-workers.

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Watch out for family pets as you prepare for the cold, festive days of fall. Many brands of antifreeze are highly toxic. Store new and used antifreeze in a sealed container. Chocolate is a special treat for nearly all humans during Halloween and Thanksgiving, but it is toxic to dogs, cats, and birds. Holiday meals can be hazardous to pets. Chicken and turkey bones can get stuck and pierce the digestive tract. Rich foods can cause pancreatitis or bloating. Indoor pets not acclimated to winter temperatures should not be outside in cold weather for long periods. Outdoor pets can withstand fairly cold temperatures, but make sure they have proper shelter from wind and rain, and provide them with good bedding. Frostbite is a winter hazard to pets.

Fall Cleanup

Yard work does not end simply because summer is over. Here are some safety tips for tackling autumn tasks around your home. When lifting heavy bags of mulch, use a wheelbarrow when possible, and remember to lift with your legs, not with your back. Be careful when pruning. Pruning from a ladder is especially dangerous. To avoid blisters when doing yard work, wear gloves. If you are doing a lot of raking, try an ergonomic rake, which can be found at most hardware stores and garden centers.

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Don’t get caught up in the holiday spirit —make sure your children trick-or-treat safely. Rather than buying a mask, use makeup to decorate children. That way, they can see more easily. If your kids go trick-or-treating after dusk, make sure they have a flashlight and are wearing retro reflective material. Dress children in warm, light colored clothing so that they may be easily seen when crossing the street. Do not purchase Halloween costumes and other items which are not marked “Flameproof” or “Flame-Retardant”. Remind children to skip houses that are not well-lit. Check candy before allowing kids to eat it. Avoid tricks that could cause bodily injury, destroy property, or cause a fire. Most Importantly, Remember To Dial 911 In An Emergency!

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Rehoboth Ramblings Ain’t Superstitious (Or Am I?) Ain’t Superstitious (Or Am I?) Shakespeare describes Romeo and Juliet as star-crossed lovers, a reference to having their lives ruined by the unlucky position of their guiding stars. And yet in his play “Julius Caesar” Shakespeare has Cassius say, “The fault, dear Brutus, lies not in our stars but in ourselves that we are underlings.” Cassius is obviously a no-nonsense type of guy who does not believe in horoscopes and astrological charts. But many people do believe in them, even now in the age of modern science. And it’s hard not to be just a little nervous about breaking a mirror or about Friday the 13th. Why are we so superstitious? Surely we are hard-wired, as they say, for magical thinking. We’d like to imagine that we have some kind of control over our lives and to look for a guiding principle shaping our destiny. How many times have you heard someone say, “Everything happens for a reason”? This is a phrase that just sets my teeth on edge. Sometimes there is an obvious (non-cosmic) reason; other times it’s just random. I have noticed that people seem terrified by the idea of random fate. My daughter said her yoga teacher blithely informed the class that we choose the life we are born into. So I guess all those millions (billions?) of people living in third-world slums must have made this deliberate choice when they were reincarnated. Talk about blaming the victim! No matter how rational we are, when bad luck knocks over our plans like a row of dominoes, we start looking up for some evil star hovering overhead. Shakespeare (again) can be quoted: in “Hamlet” Claudius proclaims, “when sorrows come, they come not as single spies but in battalions.” Here is a case in point, although I would not call this a sorrow so much as an ongoing series of aggravations: in July, our Honda got slammed on the passenger side by a guy in a delivery van who ran through a stop sign. Our Ford needed work the same week so it was his and hers rental cars -- that’s a first for us. Meanwhile, someone who wanted to remain anonymous badly dented the door of one rental car and did not leave a note. And the body shop took a full month to repair our Honda. (At least the shop is not called Speedy Auto Body.) It all got straightened out eventually but the phrase “what next?” will hang ominously in the air for a while. It’s hard not to think that something is out to get us. It so often seems that bad luck attracts more bad luck. I am a great believer in knocking on wood when I say something that might tempt fate, such as “I haven’t had the flu in years” or “we usually don’t get hurricanes two years in a row”. I know that there really aren’t evil gremlins just waiting to pounce when they hear this sort of thing, but you can’t be too careful. Likewise, I recently congratulated myself for avoiding a trip to the vet when our little dog seemed to hurt his back but recovered quickly on his own. But by the next week, the poor animal was not only back at the vet for another more urgent problem, he actually required another after-hours visit to the emergency vet in Swansea for further repairs. (Getting a “used”

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Certified The next 200th birthday event is being e planned at the Seekonk Speedway on SatW.B.E. y urday, September 29th. There will be a track walk for the Providence Ronald MacDonald Inc. House from 8:00AM-noon. Also, there will be 200 laps of racing featuring the Northeast Midget Association, International Super Modified Association, the Commercial We Accept Boston Louie Memorial Classic and their junior division. As part & Competitor of the Seekonk 200th celebration, a reduced ticket price will be ofResidential Coupons fered to all Seekonk residents. Seekonk residents with a positive Pumping ($20 Limit) ID will be charged $18.12 for adults, children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult. This event will have something for every fan of racing and even for those newcomers to the sport. Would be a great time to see what racing is all about. Gates open Family Owned & Operated for 25 Years at 2:00, heats start at 4:00 and racing at 6:00PM. I will have the tickets and the track walk forms in my office. NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Champion Johnny Benson Jr. is returning to defend his 2010 and 2011 victories at the Speedway. 400R Taunton Ave., Annex Office Please check our web site for information on the upcoming elections. The State Primary election is being held on a Thursday Seekonk MA 51 Maple Ln., Rehoboth this year, September 6th. The special town election is being held September 24th. Both will be held at the Seekonk High School and the polls will be open from 7:00AM-8:00PM. Absentee ballot information and forms are also available on our web site. The animal shelter is very full with cats and kittens in need of good homes. If you can help by adopting a cat or two (two are great because they become best buddies) please call the shelter for their hours and help by giving a stray a wonderful home. Shelter animals make wonderful pets as they seem to know that you have given them a second chance. The year has flown by and we have had Bay State Road, MA Rehoboth MA Bay State Road, Rehoboth ® many successful 200th birthday events. I would like to thank all the volunteers who A Developmentally Appropriate A Developmentally Appropriate attended our meetings for over a year and participated by organizing an event. Pre-School for: Pre-School Program Program for: Many hours went into these events and the and Seekonk Dighton, Dighton, RehobothRehoboth and Seekonk events brought much entertainment to our residents, as well as people from outside Seekonk. Hopefully people will support the remaining events and help make them as successful as the functions we’ve held up to this point.

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The Seekonk Republican Town Committee will be holding its next meeting Saturday September 8, 2012 10 am -12 pm at the Seekonk Library meeting room. We welcome local Republican and right minded Independent voters to attend. Get involved and help shape the political make up of your community and State by working with people who look to make a difference. During this election year, let your voice be heard!

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Seekonk September 11th Observance

Please join the Town of Seekonk and Seekonk Schools in commemorating the 11th anniversary of the terrible loss this nation suffered from the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The ceremony will be held on Thursday, September 13th at 6:00 PM at the Public Safety Complex on Taunton Avenue. We will mourn those who lost their lives that day and in subsequent efforts to restore security to this country. We will pay tribute to our courageous public safety employees and veterans and to Seekonk residents who participated in the long and difficult task of clean-up at the World Trade Center site. The Seekonk Police and Fire Honor Guard will present the colors and elementary school children will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. The invocation and benediction will be given by Rev. John Amaral. The Seekonk High School Brass Ensemble will play under the direction of High School Music Director John Smialek. Speakers include Sen. James Timilty, Rep. Steven Howitt and Veterans’ Agent Seth Bai. In addition, there will be a bagpiper. Please bring chairs. The area will be sprayed for mosquitoes prior to the event. Join us in taking time to remember. We must never forget what happened that day. For more information, contact Jan Parker at (508) 336-2920.

Paying Back – Looking Forward

After waiting for over 10 years and 3 building committees, the Town of Seekonk has recognized the needs of seniors and young families and voted to build a 2.5 million dollar Human Services Center. We have all benefited from the generations of our parents and grandparents – from their support, love, experience and advice. Now we have an opportunity to say “thank you”. If you are a parent who needs help now or will need help as you grow older, this will provide a place for you in the future. The present center has limited access on the second floor of an old school building with small cramped offices and no privacy, and limited space for activities. Human Services needs a place to provide a multitude of services to seniors and families including help with fuel, medicines, food, transportation, legal information and referrals to state and federal agencies. The new center will have a large kitchen; a nurses’ station; a conference room; a multipurpose room for physical activities, arts and crafts and games; and most important private offices for staff and client consultations. All this will be easily accessible on one floor. The present building committee has members who have volunteered their expertise: an architect, an interior designer, a builder, a contractor and two citizens who support the need and the fiscal restraints. This has saved the tax payer costs for these services. To supplement the available finances, a 501-C3 corporation has been formed. As the project progresses, everyone will be informed as to what additional funding is needed. Please keep this in mind when more information is available and you are asked to help with needed furnishings and landscaping that the committee can’t supply. If you have any questions, please call the building committee chairman, David Bowden at 508-336-4078 or Friends of Seekonk Senior Center, Inc. president., Edith Krekorian at 508-336-8130.

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Heard at the Country Kitchen: the Passing of Jim Whitaker An 83 year-old man named Jim Whitaker, who lived his entire life in the town of Seekonk, passed away last month. I called him coach, and I was far from alone. Coach Whitaker was many things. He was an athlete in his day, playing baseball at its highest levels. A caring member of his community, he worked diligently to make both Seekonk and East Providence Jim Chandley better places. Most notably, he was an educator. If you wanted to sum it up you could call him a teacher, which of course he was by profession. Perhaps I’m splitting hairs, and not giving nearly enough credit to other teachers, but I’ve never had a teacher that taught more outside of the classroom than Coach Whitaker. After he retired, he became a volunteer, consultant, and coaching coordinator for Seekonk Little League. “For the past ten years Jim Whitaker would make two trips to all our baseball fields in town each day,” says Lenny Silva, the former President of Seekonk Little League. “The first trip in the morning to pick up trash, collect lost baseballs, bats, gloves, and uniforms left behind by the kids the night before. Like clockwork, Jim would meet me later that day promptly at 4:30 p.m. at our concession stand. I would help Jim unload his trunk each day as it would be full of all those baseball items that he found.” One conversation I remember having with Coach Whitaker sticks out in my mind. I think I remember it most because he taught me so many different lessons in just a few short sentences. Everyday, he would comb the Seekonk Little League complex for all of the aforementioned lost items, and he would find plenty. But the most commonly found leftovers were naturally baseballs. They’re small, the cheapest piece of equipment in the sport, and can hide in a few inches of grass. By the end of a week, Coach Whitaker would have a bucket of practice balls for whichever coach was in need of them.

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On Saturday, September 29 the Rehoboth Lions will again sponsor their annual golf tournament. As in the years past, the tournament will be held at Crestwood Country Club. The tournament will be a “Bramble” format where players take the best drive and play their own ball the rest of the whole, and each team takes the best two scores. Cart, a great dinner, and some fantastic prizes will also be part of the event. The golf tournament is in honor of departed member and longtime avid golfer, Raymond Dyer. All proceeds from the tournament go directly to Lions Eye Research. Over the course of this tournament, Lions have contributed more than $55,000 to eye research. Many citizens of Rehoboth have benefited from the research done at Mass Eye and Ear as well as other eye research facilities around the country. The fee is $125 per person, $500 per foursome, and anyone who would like to donate a Tee Sign, the cost is $75. For more information contact Jay Crandall at 508-252-6878.

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Dates of Meetings and Activities (Meetings are Wed. unless listed) September 5 Rehoboth LIONS Clam Boil – 8 AM breakfast at M&D on 44 9 AM set-up at Seekonk Gun Club 6:15 PM get ready to serve @ 7 PM 12 @ 6:15 BEFORE THE REG. MTG. A SPECIAL BOARD Mtg. to review and Recommend the Budget. 12 Regular Meeting at Goff Hall @ 7 PM. A Latham Meal 19 Rehoboth Lions Board Meeting at Pres. Ray’s house – 7 PM. 26 Regular Lions Meeting at 7 PM at The Hillside C.C. 29 Reh. LIONS Golf Tournament at Crestwood C.C. – 1:00 PM Shotgun Start. Before August 25th a Foursome pays $460. Includes 18 holes, carts Dinner and GREAT prizes! October 3 Lions Clam Boil at 7 PM Hours 10 Regular Meeting at Goff Hall @ 7 PM M•T•T•F 13 33S Walk-A-Long, Family Fun Day 9-5 @ the Cape Cod Canal – Let’s all go! Wed til 8 17 Rehoboth Lions Board of Directors Sat 9-1 18 THURSDAY - will be a Twinning meeting with the Anawan Club with DG Dave. This will replace our second meeting in October.

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On June 24, 2012, the BCHA held their 13th annual Breakfast Ride at Borderland State Park in Easton. The ride was renamed in honor of Priscilla “Petey” Escobar Memorial after the long time member succumbed toPancreatic Cancer in 2006. The weather was great and club members and other equestrians turned out in large numbers to enjoy the trail ride, support the cause, and fill up with the great breakfast that the ride is known for. Proceeds of the ride were donated to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. We the officers, board, and members of the Bristol County Horsemen’s Association would like to extend our thanks to those that made this event possible. Lowe’s - North Attleboro, Home Depot – South Attleboro, Munroe Feed & Grain – Rehoboth, Horsemen’s LTD – Rehoboth, Dunkin Donuts – Winthrop Street, Rehoboth, Great Woods Glass Art – Norton, Faber Rug – Wellesley, DJS Design – Rehoboth, Rehoboth Reporter – Rehoboth, Seekonk, EP, RIPTA of RI, Chartley Liquors – Rehoboth, Chartley Country Store – Rehoboth/Chartley, CVS – Attleboro, And all others who contributed to, worked, or participated in our event.

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The Bristol County Horsemen’s Association September meeting will be held at the home of Thomas and Sandy Beauregard, 57 Cross Street, Rehoboth on Friday, September 21, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. A speaker will be discussing the types of hay, nutritional values, testing methods and market availability. For directions or questions, contact the Beuaregards at (508) 222-2959. The meeting is open to the public and new faces are always welcome.

Anawan-Oakton Grange

The end of summer is at hand. We are looking forward to a new Grange year. At our September 11 meeting we will remember all those lost in the attack on our United States. It is also educational aid night with a penny sale. The September 25 meeting will address agriculture in the region. Remember that these meetings will begin at 7 P.M. as voted at our July 10th meeting. We host Bay State Pomona on September 22, lunch at 12 noon and meeting at 1 P.M. There will be a Southeastern Area meeting to put on the four degrees at Dartmouth Grange on September 16, 2012. This is open to all members to see the degrees, especially if you have only been obligated. The degrees are the basic principals of the Order. It is with a heavy heart that I am letting folks know that a Past Master of The Massachusetts State Grange, Kenneth Skinner, has died. He was a wonderful friend and teacher of Grange ritual for all our younger and oldster members. He will be missed as will Constance Ide West who was also called to the great grange above in July. The National grange has been busy supporting many areas of Legislation including the continuation of Medicare prescription premiums remaining the same through 2013 according to U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius. Also it supports the USDA’s effort to crack down on food stamp fraud. I happened to be watching the morning news today when the station featured a segment on just this

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To help ensure our children have the right tools to start the school year, the Rehoboth Anawan Lions will be participating in the local school supplies donation campaign. Donations will be accepted at the Anawan Lions’ table on September 15, 2012 during the Rehoboth Harvest Block Party. With your help, we can help ensure our children are prepared for academic success.

Rehoboth Anawan Lions News

The Rehoboth Anawan meeting was held recently where all the events that are scheduled for the coming year were discussed and the chairpersons were announced. Everyone is looking forward to the events that are scheduled presently and look forward to helping make them successful as always. Our first function was held at the Country Gardens, on Tremont Street in Rehoboth and was a huge success. The evening was beautiful the place was very well decorated and you just felt like you were in a fantasy land. Everyone who attended had a great time and look forward to another year of success and thank all who attended for a great start to our year. Some of the things already planned is our Yankee Candle sales which will begin at our first meeting in September and ends on our first meeting in October. (9/6 to10/4) so cont’d on next page...

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Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council for Dodgeville Day on Saturday, September 15, 2012. We will be meeting at Prosperity Park on Lakeshore Drive in Attleboro at 10:00 am for a paddle and cleanup on Dodgeville Pond. We will be getting out of our boats to visit the Dodge Family Cemetery. After the paddle, we will be taking a tour of the historic Dodgeville Mill. There are a limited number of boats available for rent. Please register for this event by emailing ktggroup@aol.com. For more information about the Ten Mile River Watershed Council, visit www.tenmileriver.net. Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council and the East Providence Land Conservation Trust for our second annual Harvest Moon Walk on Saturday, September 29, 2012. We will be meeting at the Turner Loop Trail Parking Area on route 114A in East Providence at 6:30 pm, across from Hunts Mills. From there, we will walk along the Ten Mile River and Turner Reservoir under the brightest moon of the year. We will visit the Newman Oak, said to be over 300 years old. This event will be part of Rhode Island Land Trust Days. For more information, email hiking@tenmileriver.net. For more information about Rhode Island Land Trust Days, visit www.landtrustdays.org.

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September 2012 The Reporter at the swap meet. A 10 x 30 ft. space is only $15.00 (Sorry, no food vendors). Here’s your chance to clean out the garage or basement and make a few bucks too. Admission to the event is a cash or food donation for the Rehoboth Helping Hands Food Pantry. Part of the proceeds from the Garden Tractor pull will be donated to Vested Interest in K-9’s Inc., a non-profit organization that helps to supply bullet proof vests to police dogs. We will have an antique Garden Tractor pull and an antique Farm Tractor pull, as well as other antique vehicles on display. The public is also invited to compete with their antique tractor or truck in the People Choice awards. For more information or to reserve your spaces call Bev Baker 508-222-7109 or Frank Kowzic 508-295-4758.

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Richard Chappell went to the Harris School for a couple of years and then to the Pleasant Street School. “My father was George and my mother’s name was Etta. My sister’s name is Etta. She still lives where we were born and raised. She’s 92 years old. There were two families on the farm with nine kids. We had a ball – with nine kids.” Although everyone on the farm was expected to work hard, the kids had a lot of fun too. Richard said, “In the fall and winter we’d play Hide and Go Seek outside. In the summer we would play ball up on the field between the houses. We raised heck out on the farm when we were working, throwing apples at each other. When you picked potatoes, you would throw them at each other. We did all those things. You were careful not to hurt anybody and not to break something because if you broke something, it was tough getting it fixed in those days.” Richard recalled big family meals from those days: “We sat down at the table and you ate what was there. If you didn’t like it, you didn’t eat. That’s what’s there; that’s what you got. We’d have a platter of fried eggs, of fried potatoes, in those old cast iron fry pans.” Richard especially remembers his mother’s johnnycakes. “She made those real thin johnnycakes by the dozens. She’d put them on the table, turn around and they were gone and she’d have to make some more. The big meal was on a Sunday. They went shopping and they bought a roast. Or we’d kill a chicken and have roast chicken.” Like many New Englanders, Richard likes to talk about what the winters were like when he grew up: “You know where Wheeler Street is. As you go on Wheeler Street across the bridge to Providence Street, snow banks used to drift there. And we’d have to shovel all the way from our barn to Providence Street. And everybody else was shoveling. And when we got done shoveling, the snow was piled up so the school bus could get through and all you saw was the top of the school bus over the piles of snow. That’s how you knew the bus was coming and you went down to the corner to get the bus.” “Those times were very interesting,” Richard said. “I still say that early in my life it was the best of times, even during the Depression, because we always had something to eat on the farm. Then we went to war and came back. Life was simple because you knew what you were going to do and what was going to happen.”

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by Rebecca Smith It’s a simple chemise worn by a woman who lived in Rehoboth over 200 years ago. What makes it special is not only that this common linen piece of clothing has survived, but that its owner embroidered her initials “H R” on the front. The garment piqued the curiosity of Rehoboth Antiquarian Society Trustee Rebecca Smith, who decided to research its history, create an exact pattern, and sew a new chemise just like it. Here she tells the story.

September 2012 The Reporter One of the more unusual items in the Carpenter Museum’s textile collection is a piece of woman’s underwear known as a shift or chemise (Fig.1) It is a simple linen garment, probably made between 1780 and 1805, shaped like a longer version of a t-shirt and intended to be worn under other items of clothing. The initials H R are embroidered on the front just below the neckline. Items of this sort are uncommon now partly because they were so common when new. People tend to save the unusual; an elaborate garment made for a special occasion and worn infrequently is more likely to be donated to a museum than something very ordinary that was meant to be worn out of public view. Additionally, everyday clothing tends to wear out and be discarded rather than preserved. The Carpenter Museum’s shift is, in fact, well worn. Both shoulders and one sleeve have been patched, in some places more than once. On the front of the garment, three sizeable areas of cloth, presumably worn out, have been cut away and the remaining fabric very neatly sewed to the patch material. The back, around the shoulder blades, shows some fraying; here the patches were extended to reinforce the frayed area but the original fabric was not removed. The amount of work that went into repairing this shift is a testament to the value of the fabric. Making linen from flax was a laborious process: after growing and harvesting the flax plants it was necessary to go through the steps of threshing, retting, scutching, breaking, and hackling before spinning the fibers into thread and finally weaving them into cloth. Only then could one proceed to cut the fabric and sew it by hand into an item of clothing. When making the reproduction shift, I found that the cutting and sewing took somewhere between twelve and fifteen hours. Mending the shift took far less effort than making a new one.

Who was “H R”?

Unfortunately, we do not know who originally made or wore this shift. A quick look at contemporary census lists for Rehoboth shows a large number of Read/Reed and Rounds families as well as Richmonds, Robinsons and a few others. Only the (usually male) heads of household were identified by name in the censuses, but both sexes are named in the vital records. Between 1770 and 1800 a substantial number of Rehoboth women married into or out of families with the initial R. Many of them were named Hannah (or Anna). Other possible first names seen were Huldah, Hopestill Hepzibeth, and possibly Esther (if written as Hester). Without more information, we cannot identify our H R. From the size of the shift, we can conclude that she was somewhat over five feet tall and sturdily built, but we don’t know her name or history. Whoever she was, it would probably surprise her to learn that her workmanship has endured for two centuries and made her a representative to us of all the Rehoboth women of her time.

Note: This 18th century chemise will be on view in the Carpenter Museum’s colonial kitchen until we close for the season in December.

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The Carpenter Museum is participating in two national surveys of samplers made in the United States. The first is the Sampler Archive Project, funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), which will eventually culminate in an online searchable database of all known American samplers. The second is being undertaken by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America, which is currently in the process of creating its own online database. The NSCDA has already posted the information and photographs the Museum submitted concerning our eleven samplers. If you would like to search for the Carpenter Museum’s samplers in the NSCDA database, go to http://www.nscda.org/samplers/samp_search.php, type Carpenter Museum into the search field, and select owner from the Content to Search list at right.

Sewing a 1700s Chemise in 2012

My goal was to make a shift as much as possible like the original when it was new. Making the reproduction was something of a last-minute decision before I left for a trip, however, so I used what I had on hand: linen which was about the right weight but bleached and about 60 inches wide, cotton-polyester sewing thread, and cotton embroidery floss. Making a pattern from the original garment was not difficult since there were no complicated shapes. The flat-finished seams are sturdy and look as good on the inside as on the outside. I cut the side gores on the selvedges in order to join them in the original manner, but my fabric had damaged selvedges and the joins didn’t hold well; the seams will probably have to be folded over and finished like the others. After wearing the resulting garment, I concluded that HR was about my height (5’ 2”) but more voluptuously built. The shift is a good length for me, a bit past knee length, but a little big in the upper body. Since it’s a undergarment, this wasn’t a major problem. I wore it when the third-graders visited this spring and felt very authentic.

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Providence, RI – Festival Ballet Providence Artistic Director Mihailo “Misha” Djuric announces open auditions for its annual holiday production, The Nutcracker. Children from the greater Providence area and surrounding communities are offered the opportunity to perform with Festival Ballet Providence’s professional dancers on the magnificent stage at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Auditions will take place Sunday, September 9th at the Festival Ballet Providence studios, 825 Hope Street on Providence’s East Side. Over 100 children age 7 and up will be selected to fill many children’s roles, including Party Boys, Party Girls, Candy Dolls, Mice, Soldiers, Angels and Trepak (Russian) Corps. Audition times are scheduled by dancer height, age and experience as noted below. The selective audition process takes approximately one and one half hours for each age group. There is a $25 audition fee payable to Festival Ballet Providence. 10:00 to Noon — Dancers aged 12 and older. Height: 5 feet and up, with at least 4+ years of serious ballet training. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.— Dancers aged 11 and older. Height: 4 foot 2 inches and up, with 2+ years of serious ballet training. 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. — Dancers aged 7 to 10 years old. Height: 3 feet 4 inches to 4 feet 2 inches tall. No dance training required. Dance and/or theater experience a plus. 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. — Boys ages 7 and up, no height or training requirements Dance and/or theater experience a plus. Girls auditioning for roles should wear a solid colored leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers and have hair in a bun. Boys should be dressed in dark tights, sweatpants or bike shorts, white t-shirt and black or white ballet slippers. Those auditioning should bring a simple head shot, and plan to arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled audition to register. Preregistration is not required. All casting will be announced prior to the first day of rehearsals. Rehearsals will begin in September, and run Saturdays and/ or Sundays thereafter in October, November and December. All rehearsals will be held at the Festival Ballet Providence studios at 825 Hope Street. Rehearsing for and performing in The Nutcracker is excellent training for untold numbers of young dancers as they pursue their dance education, whether it be a student aiming to be a professional dancer, or a child who simply enjoys being a character on

September 2012 The Reporter stage. For either, the experience is a rich and memorable one. Discover Dance performances provide young performers the joy of performing to an audience made up almost entirely of peers: school groups from throughout the region. Festival Ballet Providence’s The Nutcracker has become an annual holiday tradition for thousands of families throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. This year performance dates are December 14th, 15th, and 16th at PPAC. As noted by the Providence Journal, “Festival Ballet Providence’s The Nutcracker remains the same – excellent”. With colorful costumes and scenery, a cast of over 100, giant mice and toy soldiers, and Tchaikovsky’s memorable score, this colorful production enchants audiences young and old. The magic of The Nutcracker is an unforgettable part of Christmas in Providence. Those participating in the performance have the unequaled experience of performing on the PPAC stage, for a combined audience of over 12,000. For more details about Festival Ballet Providence auditions or its Center for Dance Education, please call 401-353-1129 or send e-mail to info@festivalballet.com. To purchase tickets for The Nutcracker, call the PPAC box office or go to www.ppacri.org.

Keyvoices Open Sing

Seekonk, Mass. – SEPTEMBER 11th

Key Voices Community Chorus welcomes new students from Rhode Island & Southeastern Massachusetts. No experience is necessary and auditions are not required. Students develop creativity and self-esteem through challenging and fun rehearsals featuring traditional and contemporary repertoire. Rehearsals are held at The Piano Key, 445 Taunton Ave., Seekonk, MA 02771. We invite new members to join during our Open Sing: Youth Chorus Ages 7-12 Tuesday, September 11th 5:00-6:00pm Show Choir: Ages 13+ Wednesday, September 12th 7:00-8:00pm Key Voices is a non-profit organization. For more information visit www.KeyVoices.org or call (508)336-3656.

Rehoboth Contra Dance Friday, September 14, 8 p.m.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, September 14, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Sue Rosen. Music will be performed by Nat Hewitt, Glen Loper, and Bethany Waickman. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $8. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www.contradancelinks.com/ rehoboth.html.

Rehoboth Park Commission Fund Raiser GOLF BALL DROP September 15 2012

11 AM at Red Way Plain (rain date September 16) $20.00 for 3 balls, price includes 3 chance to drive for Closest to the Pin, 25% to Ball Drop Winner, 25% to Closest to the Pin Winner, 50% of the money raised will go to the park commission For tickets call Kathy Amaral 508 252 3335, Chuck Procopio 508 252 4448, Lynore Mckim 508 252 3940

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D-R Marching Band Blood Drive September 15th

The Dighton Rehoboth Marching Band is proudly sponsoring a blood drive in honor of the indomitable spirit shown by Jacob Roy and the entire Roy and Traficante Families. Jacob is receiving treatment for leukemia. In the past 2 1/2 months Jacob has needed 5 blood transfusions to keep him going. Chemo takes a real toll on the red blood cells. Without donors, it would be a treacherous road for him. Jake’s attitude continues to be excellent- and so are his test results! Please join us as we rally around Jacob and his family. Be a part of the POWER PRIDE and PASSION of the Dighton Rehoboth Marching Band and our entire community. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 15 from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Hurrell Senior Center on 55 Bay State Road in Rehoboth. Appointments are not required, but if you would like to reserve a time please contact Melissa Enos at melissa.enos@ gmail.com.

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It’s that time again! We hope you can join us for St. Mary’s 19th Annual Clam Boil, Steak Fry on Sunday, September 16th, 2012 at the South Seekonk Gun Club, 65 Reed Street, Rehoboth, MA. Gathering is at 3:00 pm with dinner at 5:00 pm. Lots of raffles followed by a door prize. Tickets are $25.00 for the Clam Boil and $20.00 for the Steak Fry. Children under 10 are free for the Clam Boil. For tickets please call: Mike Boyce, (401) 253-2734, Ken Bridge, (508) 336-6691, Gordon Hubbard, (508) 336-7461, or the St. Mary,s Episcopal Church Office, (401) 434-7456 and leave a message. Hope to see you.

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Community Dance 9 - 23

*FREE* On Sunday evening, September 23, from 7 to 9 p.m., there will be a community dance held at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, in Rehoboth. This dance is hosted by the Sunday Night Jammers, a group of area musicians who meet regularly on Sunday evenings at Goff Hall to play Celtic dance music. The September 23 dance will feature contra dance steps and a variety of international and couple dances, such as polkas and waltzes. All dance steps will be taught. Admission is free and open to the public, and all ages and beginners are welcome. It is not necessary to come with a partner. A potluck precedes the dance at 6 p.m. For information, contact Suzanne Elliott at suzanne.suz.elliott@gmail.com or call 508-6695656. http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html.

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A Show for Art & Garden Lovers Sunday, September 23rd

On Sunday, September 23, 2012 many area artists will join with the Attleboro Garden Club for the 3rd Annual Art & Garden Show at Country Gardens, 339 Tremont Street in Rehoboth from 12:30-3:30PM. This is a rain or shine event which is free & open to the public. The show will host 17 outstanding New England artist including Polo Barrera, Chris Cahoon, TA Charron, Adele Corrigan, Ann Gorbett, Katherine Honey, Ellen Little, Donna MacLure, Ben Macomber, Debra Marquis, Lee Miller, Michele Poirier-Mozzone , Karole Nicholson, Elaine Petrasky, Mary Poirier, Kerry St.Pierre,Colleen Vandeventer and Cliff Wells The group will be displaying original paintings, prints, pottery and jewelry. In addition the Attleboro Garden Club host a display table and will share horticultural information. Tours of the many of the gardens designed by master gardener, Joan Arguin, owner of Country Gardens will be offered along with a small plant sale. Each year, one of the key highlights of this event is the chance to win an original piece of artwork donated for the free raffle by the artists. Young’s’ Caterers of Seekonk offers refreshing light refreshments, adding to the enjoyment of the afternoon. Mark your calendars and plan to join us for this artful event! For more information call Country Gardens at 508-431-1255.

Rehoboth Contra Dance Friday, September 28, 8 p.m.

There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, September 28, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769. All dances will be taught by caller Lisa Greenleaf. Music will be performed by Heyday, with Amy and Jonathan Larkin and George and Shirley White. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $8. For information, call 508-252-6375; http://www. contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

Forever Paws Annual Fall Fundraiser Buffet Dinner and Silent Auction September 28th

Once again many unique items available, so why not start your holiday shopping early and help the animals at the same time! Anyone interested in donating to the silent auction please call the number provided. Cash, Checks and Visa and Mastercards accepted! Friday, September 28, 2012 Rachel’s Lakeside, 950 State Rd., Dartmouth, MA 6pm - 10 pm, Tickets $40 Call 508-678-0804 for tickets and information!

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Registration & Breakfast – 10:00 a.m. 5K Run – 11:00 a.m., 3K Walk – 11:15 a.m. Join the Groden Network and the Austism Society, RI Chapter for a day of family fun at Colt State Park in Bristol, RI as we celebrate our 10th Anniverary while making a difference in the lives of persons with autism. Runners will automatically be entered in a special FREE raffle. Prizes will be given to top three finishers in each age group and overall. Register here by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, fee is $15, day of race $20. Runners have the option to secure donations in lieu of entry fee. DONATIONS MUST EXCEED $20. After the walk/run, be sure to stay and enjoy the BBQ and family field day complete with games, field events, pumpkin painting, New England Revolution speed ball soccer activity, raffle and much more. Family entertainment will be provided until 2:00 PM. T-shirts will be given to all participants while supplies last.100% of the proceeds from the event support autism programs in Rhode Island. To register for the event go to: WWW.FIRSTGIVING.COM/ASARIGRODEN. For more information please contact, Kelly Azera at (401) 274-6310 ext. 1266 or at kazera@grodencenter.org. Celebrating our 10th Anniversary and making a difference has never been so easy!

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Seekonk Rod and Gun Club Reed Street, Rehoboth, MA Doors open @ 6 PM, Food will be served @ 7 PM Raffles, 50/50, Lobster and more! Tickets are $25 per/person (All You Can Eat) (BYOB) Please contact: (for tickets and information) Chris Whitmore -508-669-6145, Sue Savage -774-218-3844

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On Saturday, 10/20, the American Legion Auxiliary of Seekonk will hold their annual Fall Bazaar. It will be held indoors at the American Legion Post located at 351 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA between 10 AM and 4 PM. Hand made crafts, food, jewelry and more. Spaces are still available. Please contact Kathy at 401-434-8917 or auxiliary311@yahoo.com for more information.

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Arts in the Village 12th Season

The Arts in the Village Concert Series is pleased to announce its 12th season, which gets underway in October. All concerts will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday evenings at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, in Rehoboth, Massachusetts 02769. Admission prices are $15 for general admission, $13 for seniors, and $6 for children/students. Subscription rates are available. To receive a brochure or for information, call 508-252-5718. You can also go to the AIV’s Web site: www.carpentermuseum.org/Arts.htm. On October 13, 2012, pianist Christopher Atzinger makes his debut in the series. Praised in Gramophone for his “abundant energy, powerful fingers, big sound and natural musicality,” Atzinger maintains an active performing career, having concertized in Austria, Germany, England, Italy, France, Spain, Malta, Canada, and throughout the United States. On November 10, 2012, the Chiara String Quartet will perform, bringing fresh excitement to the traditional string quartet repertoire as well as creating insightful interpretations of new music. Lauded for its “highly virtuosic, edge-of-the-seat playing” (The Boston Globe), the Chiara serves as Blodgett Artists-in-Residence at Harvard University. On January 26, 2013, the popular Boston Trio, acclaimed for its superb sense of ensemble and balance, will return to the series, presenting a program of classical music for violin, piano, and cello. As an ensemble and as soloists, the Trio members, violinist Irina Muresanu, cellist Denise Djokic, and pianist Heng-Jin Park, perform around the world. On February 9, 2013, the Tempus Continuum Ensemble will perform for the first time in the series. Based in New York City, this group of contemporary composers, instrumentalists, and vocalists was co-founded by soprano Corrine Byrne and pianist/composer Anne H. Goldberg, a Rehoboth native. The group will present opera scenes arranged specifically for the ensemble, including a premiere by Ms. Goldberg. On April 6, 2013, the Manhattan String Quartet will make its debut in the series. Hailed as “a national treasure” (The Boston Globe), the critically acclaimed quartet has appeared throughout the US, Europe, Japan, Canada, Mexico, and South America. For this performance, the ensemble will present a varied and compelling program that includes Beethoven’s towering Quartet in E flat, Op. 127, one of the masterworks of the genre.

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Eighth Annual Dighton Arts Festival

The Dighton Lions Club welcomes artists to exhibit at its Eighth Annual Dighton Arts Festival on Sunday, November 4, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Araujo Farms and Greenhouses in Dighton. The registration fee is $50 for a 8 foot wide by 10 foot deep exhibit space through September 30th ($75 after September 30th). The exhibitor registration form can be obtained at the festival web site (www.dightonart.org) or by contacting Bob Mullen, Festival Chairperson, at (508) 669-6469 or pmmullen@verizon.net. The family-oriented event features over 50 artists selling and displaying their work, entertainment by local musicians throughout the day, exhibits by local schoolchildren, and activities for children. More than 2,000 people filled the greenhouses at Araujo Farms in each of the four previous years. Exhibits have included watercolor, pastel, and acrylic paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry, pottery, mosaics, and charcoal and graphite drawings among other media. More information about the Dighton Arts Festival can be found at the festival web site (www.dightonart.org). General questions about the festival can be directed to info@ dightonart.org.

Memorial Baptist Church 2nd Annual Free Fall Carnival

Memorial Baptist Church, 340 Central Avenue, Seekonk, will be holding its 2nd Annual Free Fall Carnival on Saturday, September 22, on the grounds of the church. The carnival will feature games, food, pony rides, a bounce house, live music by the Mallet Maniacs and many other surprises. Hours for the carnival are from 11 AM to 3PM. All children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are free and the carnival is open to all! Join the MBC family for an afternoon of great fun! Need more info? Call MBC at 508-761-5142.

Rehoboth Congregational Church

Sunday morning worship services at the Rehoboth Congregational Church, 139 Bay State Rd., will return to 10 a.m. beginning on Sunday, September 9th. This will also be Rally Day for the church school. Church school students will begin the day by attending the start of the worship service in the sanctuary at 10 a.m. when they will be welcomed and meet their teachers. Students (ages 2 years through 12th grade) and teachers will then head to their classrooms. Following the worship service and church school everyone is invited to enjoy a potluck cookout to celebrate the day. Hamburgers, hotdogs, ice cream and drinks will be provided and church families are asked to bring side dishes or deserts to share. A table will be available where families can register their students for church school and the youth group. Registration forms are also available online at www.rehobothucc.org. If anyone has questions about the program they are invited to contact Church School Director Killian Sullivan-Silva at www.churchschooldir@rehobothucc.org or call the church office at 508-252-4545.

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The seniors from Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish of Seekonk will meet at noon on the first Tuesday of each month at the parish center, 365 Central Ave, Seekonk, MA. For further information on events, contact Claire at 508-226-7163. Sept 4, 2012 – The seniors are starting off the new season, by bringing their own Brown Bag luncheon of a sandwich. We will supply Strawberry short cakes for dessert and coffee. Donation is $1.00. Programs for the coming year will be distributed and $6.00 dues for the year will be collected, also. Sat Sept 29, 2012 – Ham & Bean supper @ First Congregational Church of North Attleboro, 675 Old Post Rd. We will attend the 6:00 PM serving. Make reservations with Claire or Terry ASAP. October 2, 2012 – Meat Balls & Spaghetti luncheon – Speaker on nutrition & Healthy eating will enlighten us. Donations of nonperishables, nuts, cans of vegetables, pumpkins, squash, pie crust, and stuffing for the Thanksgiving Baskets are some of the items that will be collected this month and next month. Thurs, Oct 18, 2012- Italian Festival @ Luciano’s, Lake Pearl. – Arrive 11:30 AM. Drive on your own. Featuring Gian Faraone, incorporating the signature sounds of the greatest voices of the 20th century, from Pavarotti to Sinatra. Known in Boston as the ‘Crooner of Little Italy’. Meal choice Chicken Parmesan or Haddock Saturday, Oct 20, 2012- Turkey Supper @ First Congregational Church of North Attleboro, 675 Old Post Rd. We will attend the 6:00 PM serving. Make reservations with Claire or Terry. Tues, Oct 30, 2012 – Red Hat Mamas - the Newport Playhouse for the production of ‘The Second Time Around’. A side-splitting comedy, with a hysterical twist. Includes buffet, play, and cabaret after the play. Drive on your own. November 6, 2012 – Memorial Mass for our deceased members at 11:00 AM and then A Hawaiian Luau luncheon at 12 Noon. Get out your Moo-Moo’s and Hawaiian shirts and Lei’s. Meal will be Ham & pineapple with the fixins.

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Rehoboth Breed Expo

The economy has not been good and the weather on July 29 was threatening, but this did not deter 1400 people from kicking back and enjoying the third annual Rehoboth Breed Expo. Visitors picked out their best vantage point in the grass to watch the many breed and equestrian demonstrations. Others gathered around the cheerleaders for an autographed poster or set up their chairs around the Blue Grass Band. Country music filled the air as people milled through the 50 vendor booths to find bargains. When people got a craving for something to eat, Thai and Indian Cuisine were found joining the mainstay of hamburgers, hot dogs, and desserts. Uncle Ed’s was there with their famous home-made ice cream. T.A. Charron was sitting on the river bank painting the surrounding scenery and Ernie Gobin showed some of the art pieces he is known for. On a 2 acre island of children’s activities, the younger crew could be transformed by the very talented facepainter, Susana Pare, have a pony ride, or go to the petting zoo and sit with a goat or bunny on their lap. In all it was another great family oriented day. The charity event was put together by over 50 volunteers and it was held at Hobby Horse Farm, whose owners donated the property for the day. There were too many high level exhibitions to mention here but we want to thank them all for joining us. We would like to call out Mr Kraft of the Patriots, and Dennis Barry of Hallamore for their contributions which also helped to make the 2012 Rehoboth Breed Expo a success. The Rehoboth Food Pantry, MSPCA, and RISPCA will all benefit from the event this year. In addition, a donation will be made towards the purchase of some needed horse rescue equipment.

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Katie Gately Selected for Providence Journal First Team All State Softball

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By Jim Chandley Sports fans, the fall season at Seekonk High School is already underway. Boys golf and girls soccer have already kicked off their seasons and each of the other teams will do so in ten days or less.

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Coming off a .500 campaign in 2011, Warrior Football looks to improve under new head coach Vernon Crawford. The new head man, a veteran of both division I college football and the NFL, is open to competition up and down the roster. “We’re rotating Nick Lancellotti and Ben Sawyer in at quarterback. I hope they do a great job and make me play both of them,” said Crawford. When asked about other options at quarterback, the coach wasn’t shy about looking outside of camp. “Mr. [Daniel] Silva, Mr. {Matthew] Basile, they’re both welcome. Once they see this offense, the might wish they were a part of it.” There will be hurdles for a young Seekonk team as they attempt to transition to Crawford’s system, a multiple I-formation offense which the coach says is considerably more spread out than the system Seekonk has been running for years. “We’re trying to evolve from the wing-T into a multiple formation I team. It’s a college football type of offense.” One thing that won’t change from recent years? The halfback is the number one player to watch. “Michael Luti is electric,” his coach says, “He’s a very dynamic runner. We need to get him a lot of touches.” Luti, an SCC all-star selection last season, will carry, catch, and return the ball for the Warriors.

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The Warrior field hockey team won’t need a massive improvement to find the postseason this year. “We fell short by a point last year so, if we get in by a point, that’d be nice. Even more would be better,” said coach Kim Pellerin after one of the team’s first practices. The squad is top heavy with nine seniors and is said to be in good condition. Fan should keep an eye on Ally Whitelaw and Lucy Belt, two players who the coaching staff expects to make a major impact.

Seekonk Boys’ Cross Country

Long time coach and local legend Frank Mooney says this year’s team is, “One of the better teams I’ve had in the long time.” Coming from a man with over 40 years of experience coaching runners, this is quite a statement. “We don’t have that one stud at the top, what we have are a group of 8-9 really good runners,” the coach said after practice Monday. The team should be deep enough to make the all-state meet, even if there are injury problems.

Seekonk Girls’ Cross Country

The local Girls’ team will be hard pressed to have success this season, as they have started practicing with five members, the exact number needed to compete in MIAA Cross Country meets. “I’m nervous. I want to be able to finish the season. We had a couple of young girls who were supposedly getting ready during

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September 2012 the summer, and they changed their minds,” said Mooney. Rival Dighton-Rehoboth finds its girls’ cross country team in the exact same predicament early in the season, fielding a team with the bare minimum number of players.

Seekonk Boys’ Soccer

James Eline returns to the Warrior soccer team, having led the team in scoring as a sophomore last year. “He’ll be a striker and we’ll be expecting some big things from him,” said coach Jeff Creamer. While it may be clear who will be putting the ball in the net, there is less certainty as to who will be keeping it out of the net this season. “There’s a battle at goalie. We’ve got as many as three kinds competing for the job,” the coach admitted Tuesday after an impromptu practice, which took the place of a rained out scrimmage. Stay tuned to The Reporter for news on at least one prime time home game for the Warriors this year. Traditionally, at least one soccer game is played on a Friday night under the lights at Seekonk High School as opposed to on Cole Street, which the team enjoys. “The kids love it, families like it, and opposing teams don’t like it,” said Creamer.

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Lady Warrior soccer is in the peculiar position of having not a single Senior this season. “We have high expectations as always, but at the same time, we will have this same group back next year plus whatever we get from the incoming class,” said Assistant Coach Phil Fontes Tuesday. However, even with a young team, Seekonk is looking to continue the upward momentum of their program. “With the past two years making the postseason, it’s not really a goal anymore, it’s an expectation. Now the goal is an SCC title.” Fans should keep an eye on Julia Downing this season. The coaching staff calls her the teams best all around player, and says that she can play at a division I college someday.

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SCC golf is bound to be more exciting this season, thanks in large part to a change in scoring format. “This allows us to double up on matches, which will be interesting,” said coach Mike Petrucci, whose team has already played one “double match” and will play others this season. As you might imagine, a double match means that three schools will send teams to the same golf course one day, and two matches will take place simultaneously. Instead of adding one win or one loss to a team record, teams could go 2-0 or 0-2 in a single afternoon, allowing for greater swings in the standings. The other reason the team should be more exciting this season is that they lost very little from last year’s team. “The majority of our team is back this year. Pat McDole and Alex Lansing, our Senior captains, are very strong players in the SCC,” said Petrucci, adding, “I think we’re in for a tremendous, successful season.”

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The Somerset senior Girls Softball League will be holding travel tryouts on Saturday September 8TH at 2 p.m., rain date will be Sunday September 9th at 2 pm Girls that are thirteen years old as of January 1st can play for the under 14 year old travel program. girls that are fifteen years old as of January 1st can play for the under 16 year old program. Girls that are seventeen years old as of January 1st can play for the under 18 year old program Tryouts are at the Ashton Field complex. Girls who try out for the travel teams must also be associated with the recreation league as well. Cost to play travel this year is $ 120.00. Cost to play in the recreation league is 80.00 dollars to play in the league with 40.00 dollars worth of raffle tickets to help offset the cost of that fee. Signups for the league will also be held at this time. Girls from surrounding communities are always welcome to play in the league and on our travel teams. The league consists of 14 under thru 18 and under teams as well as a 23 and under travel program Any questions about the league or travel teams please contact jack McGill at 800 343 1100 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

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The Falcons will be looking for new leadership in 2012. They only return a few starters on either side of the ball, so new players will have to step up and fill the void. “We’re inexperienced and we’re young,” says Head Coach Dave Driscoll. “There’s not as much emphasis on winning the league championship, although that’s always the goal, right now we’re just trying to get better every day.” Some of the returning starters will be important to keep tabs on as the season continues. Chuddy Nwachukwu returns as an offensive tackle, but will also play on the defensive line this season. “He has NFL size, and he really worked hard this offseason,” Driscoll says of his big man. The coaching staff says that Nwachukwu is garnering attention from major colleges. Mike Mello, a returning halfback and defensive back, promises to be one of the more dynamic players on the team. With a few interceptions, a respectable contribution to the running game, and a kick return for touchdown last year, Mello will look to contribute even more this season. Seekonk will come to visit for Thanksgiving this season. Even if the Falcons are out of SCC contention by then, the season can still become a success that morning.

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Head Coach Ben Pease has two very different teams for the upcoming cross country season. On the boys’ side, Ty Enos returns, already one of the top 800 meter and 1000 meter runners on this side of the state. “He’s one of the top Juniors in the state. We’re looking for him to improve,” says Pease. Enos leads a talented group of runners that Pease says can qualify for the all-state meet as a team. “It’s tough to get out of our division meet when Bishop Feehan and Pembroke always lock up two of the four spots. We don’t want that to be an excuse anymore,” the coach says. On the girls’ side, things are drastically different. Like rival Seekonk, DR has only five girls on the team to start the year, the minimum required to compete. “Aleigha Correia is our top girl. We’re also looking forward to having Olivia Ackernecht healthy,” says Pease, adding that, “The whole girls conference is very depressed.” Even in a down year, DR’s numbers may make it difficult to compete, but the team hopes to qualify for the all-state meet.

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Zoe Karavolis is the player to keep your eye on if you take in a Lady Falcons game this season. The Junior captain will play center midfield for DR, but is very versatile and will move around

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depending on game situations. “I have high ● expectations for her,” says Head Coach Trish Madsen. The squad lost their top goal scorer, starting goalkeeper, and most of its defense to graduation. Battles for these spots will persist early in the season as they look to fill out the roster.

DR Field Hockey

Numbers are down from last season, but Head Coach Meredith Amaral says this will not hurt her team’s chances. “The kids we have are giving 110%. With the group of girls we have, we can win the league,” says Amaral. Fresh off a 3-0 scrimmage win over North Attleboro (a notoriously strong team in the area), DR is running on all cylinders. “This group works really well together,” says Amaral.

DR Girls Volleyball

The team will return six seniors from last year, which Head Coach Jill Saxon hopes will provide ample leadership for this year’s campaign. Coming off of a 4-14 season, the team will look to compete in a very tough SCC volleyball league. Look for Brittany Rebello and Emily Murphy to stand out on the court.

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Head Coach Chris Borden’s bunch has a lot to live up to. The program has reached state qualifying stages each year since 1993, and expectations are no different this year. “We have a good mix of youth and experience, and we’re very hopeful,” says Borden. Noah Kowal, whose coach says he is, arguably the best player in the league”, will lead the team.

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Hebron Food Pantry invites you to join them on Saturday, September 8, 2012 and “Miss-a-Meal” to support the fight against hunger. For each dollar donated, Hebron can purchase about $20.00 worth of food through the Greater Boston Food Bank. For the cost of a meal at home, estimated to be $5.00, they can buy twenty times that amount – about $100.00 of food. For the cost of one meal out at a restaurant, say $25.00, Hebron can buy $500.00 worth of groceries. The need is dramatically increasing. Hebron is currently serving over 225 individuals and families each and every week of the year, providing them with food from all five food groups, including a selection of meats, produce, and dairy. Only with expanded community support can this need be met. Drop off your donation at the Hebron Food Pantry Open House on Saturday, September 8th, at 11 Sanford Street, Attleboro, from 9am to 1pm. Tour the pantry while you are there. Hebron is located across from the YMCA, just off North Main Street. Or you can mail the value of your missed meal to the Hebron Food Pantry, P.O. Box 92, Attleboro, MA 02703. For more information about how you can help, call 508 223-4257 and talk with Michelle Burch, Director.

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Did you know that 1 in 45 children will experience being homeless this year? You can help! Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking fun-loving and dependable volunteers to interact and play with children living in homeless shelters in Southeastern MA. We offer week day morning, afternoon and evening shifts, so there is likely to be one that fits your schedule. A commitment of 2 hours a week, the same day and time each week, for 6 months is required. Trainings occur every six to eight weeks. All training sites are handicap accessible.

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“Dark Tide” Talk on Sept. 21

The Friends of the Blanding Library will present author Stephen Puleo, who will talk about his highly acclaimed book “Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919” on Friday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. at the library. Not many people know much about this chapter of New England history but Puleo’s book fills in the gaps. On January 15, 1919, a huge steel tank filled with molasses suddenly collapsed on the Boston waterfront, and a 15-foot high wave of molasses was released, sweeping away everything and everyone in its path with terrible loss of life. Was Boston’s North End disaster the work of Italian anarchists or due to negligence by U.S. Industrial Alcohol, the owner of the tank? To find out more you can borrow a copy of “Dark Tide” from the Blanding prior to this talk, which is part of the library’s townwide read, “Rehoboth on the Same Page”. We’ve all heard the old saying, “as slow as molasses in January” but this was not the case on that January day when a wall of molasses escaped the tank, which had just been filled to the top, and traveled at 35 miles at hour in all directions. Adults, children, and animals met a horrible death. This book is a gripping account of the events of that day, but Puleo also describes the events leading up to the disaster (the tank had been leaking since it was built in 1915). He examines the role of the tank’s owner, U.S. Industrial Alcohol, and also reminds us of what a major role this sticky syrup (the residue from processing sugar cane) played in American history, including the infamous “triangle trade” of rum, slaves, and molasses. The author vividly personalizes the tragedy by describing what happened to various people, children included, who were near the tank at the time of the disaster. In short, Puleo gives us a fascinating look at American history, and Boston in particular, in the early years of the 20th century. We hope you will join us on Sept. 21 for this free talk. Refreshments will follow.

Puppy Pals

The Blanding Library will offer another four-week Puppy Pals Reading Program for children grades 1 through 4. Children must be registered and must attend each weekly session for the four weeks. The program will begin towards the end of September and will be held on four consecutive Tuesdays. The purpose of the program is for children to improve their reading skills in a fun environment, by reading to a friendly dog. All dogs taking part in this program are registered therapy dogs or Canine Good Citizens. To find out more about this program, call the library at 508-252-4236.

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Where did summer go? It’s time for fall story hours at the library. Story hours for preschoolers (ages 3 through kindergarten) will begin on Sept. 12 and 13. Dates and times are Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. and Thursdays from 2 to 3 p.m. Tot Time programs for little ones under three will begin on Tuesday morning, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. Children must be registered for all story hours. The Blanding Library is at 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, 508252-4236. The library is open Mon. through Thurs. 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Sat. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays and holidays. For the latest information on Blanding programs, check out the calendar at www.blandinglibrary.net.

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A Terrible Disaster: In this historic photo from 1919, sailors search for survivors among the ruins after a huge tank of molasses collapsed in the North End of Boston, flooding the entire area and sweeping away all in its path. Stephen Puleo, author of “Dark Tide”, will talk about this tragic event on Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Blanding Library. The talk is free and open to all.

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includes superheroes Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hawkeye and The Hulk. Rated PG-13, 143 minutes. Movies are free and open to the public thanks to a sponsorship from the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library. No registration is required. Licensing prevents us from printing the title. For the specific title or more information, please call the library at (508) 336-8230 ext. 130.

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SEEKONK, MA – Fall in New England would not be complete without ghost tales! The Attleboro Paranormal Society will join us on Wednesday, September 19th at 6:30 pm for an evening of true ghost stories in our own backyards. This team who has been trained by members of the popular TAPS group, demonologists Keith and Sandy Johnson, and other local paranormal investigators. This evening, they will be bringing in the tools of their trade and explaining how they conduct an investigation. You will not want to miss out on these exciting stories from beyond! Southern New England is a hotbed of paranormal activity and the Attleboro Paranormal Society wants to make sure you are prepared for an encounter at any time. Whether you are a believer, curious, or just like to be entertained, this event is sure to send chills up your spine! Class size is limited, registration is required. Call us today to reserve your space or go online at www.seekonkpl.org and click on the calendar of events. This program is free and open to the public through a sponsorship from the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library.

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State Representative Steven Howitt Wins National Federation Of Independent Business Endorsement

Representative Steven Howitt has won the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Business in his re-election bid for State Representative for Norton, Rehoboth, Seekonk and Swansea. FIB/MA State Director Bill Vernon thanked Howitt directly stating, “We thank you for your votes on issues important to small business owners during your term in office. We thank you for your commitment to the needs of thousands of Main Street small businesses and their more than one million employees in Massachusetts during your service on Beacon Hill.” NFIB is the nation’s leading small business association founded in 1943 with offices in Washington, DC and all 50 state capitals. NFIB plays a critical role in supporting America’s free enterprise system. Howitt notes “I am proud to have the endorsement of NFIB. Independent business owners need a voice and a representative who listens to them. When re-elected on November 6th I will continue to give small business owners a voice in shaping the public policy issues that affect them and will be working hard for them on Beacon Hill.” In closing, Representative Howitt said, “My work continues to focus on promoting job creation, demanding fiscal responsibility, restoring local aid to our Towns, and making government work more efficiently. I am a strong advocate for those who own, operate and look to grow their businesses in Massachusetts. I look forward to my next term of serving the citizens of the 4th Bristol District. I thank NFIB State Director Bill Vernon and the National Federation of Independent Business for their work which is so important to small business owners and for their continued confidence in me.” For more information visit www.StevenHowitt.com.

Representative Howitt Maintains Perfect Voting Record Seekonk Republican Casts 374 Consecutive Roll Call Votes During 2011-2012 Legislative Session

BOSTON—House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. congratulated State Representative Steven S. Howitt (R-Seekonk) today for achieving an impressive voting record for the 2011-2012 legislative session. The Seekonk legislator participated in all 374 roll call votes in the House this year before the end of formal sessions for the 20112012 legislative session, a 100% voting record. The Representative cast votes on a number of issues including: job creation legislation derived from the comprehensive GOP Jobs Package, harsher penalties for repeat offenders included in Melissa’s Bill, and increased oversight for the taxpayer funded Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) program. Additionally, Representative Howitt registered votes on legislation relative to enhancing the Commonwealth’s ability to provide a greater match for community preservation monies raised by cities and towns.

September 2012 “I’m proud of my 100 percent voting record,” said Rep. Howitt. “I’m working day in and day out on Beacon Hill to advance legislation that will benefit all of my constituents.” Furthermore, Representative Howitt voted in favor of an initiative to gradually roll back the state sales tax to 5% over the course of 3 years from the current 6.25%, with zero impact on the upcoming fiscal year. “Steven Howitt is an incredibly committed member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, and an extremely valuable asset to the House Republican Caucus,” said Representative Jones. “The people of the 4th Bristol district are fortunate to have Representative Howitt up here on Beacon Hill fighting for them day in and day out.” Representative Howitt currently serves on the Committees of Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure, Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development, and Transportation. Formal sessions will resume in January 2013.

Representative Howitt To Hold Coffee Hours In Seekonk & Rehoboth

Boston– State Representative Steven S. Howitt (R- Seekonk) is holding coffee office hours in the towns of Seekonk and Rehoboth to give constituents the opportunity to discuss current issues and concerns. Coffee will be provided. On Tuesday, September 11, coffee hours for Veterans will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Seekonk Town Hall in the Select Board meeting room, located at 100 Peck Street, Seekonk, MA. Local Veteran Service Officers will be in attendance to assist veterans with constituent issues. On Wednesday, September 12, coffee hours for Seekonk Seniors will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Seekonk Council on Aging at 320 Pleasant Street, Seekonk, MA 02771. On Monday, September 17, coffee hours for Rehoboth Seniors will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Rehoboth Senior Center at 55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769 On Wednesday, September 19, coffee hours for small business owners and entrepreneurs to discuss jobs and issues pertaining small businesses will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at MTTI Seekonk at 1241 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771. On Thursday, September 20, coffee hours for members of the agricultural industry will be held from 11 to 12 p.m. at Briar Hill Farm at 21 Hillside Avenue, Rehoboth, MA 02769. Local farmers are encouraged to attend. All are welcome to any of the following office hours. Anyone unable to attend Representative Howitt’s office hours may also contact his office at (617) 722-2305 and schedule an appointment.

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Providence, August 17, 2012 – Adoption Options is holding a free informational session for those considering adoption and are interested in hearing about available options. Licensed adoption workers will be available to provide information and answer questions. In Rhode Island, the next meeting is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 959 North Main St. in Providence on September 20, 2012.

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Starting this month we are beginning a new feature in The Reporter that will rely on reader participation. We are asking you to submit old photos of locations in Rehoboth that we can publish. We will then send our photographer to take a current photo of the same location. We will then publish the old and new photo with any information you can provide concerning that location. We will treat your old photo with great care. We would like to scan the photo at high resolution and return it to you right away. If you do not want to trust the mail with your old photo, you can call (508-252-6575 or email us and arrange to bring the photo to us. We will scan it while you wait. If you have an old photo that has already been scanned, you can just send it to us by email to news@rehobothreporter.com We are starting this feature with old photos of the Shad Factory Dam that we have in our possession. We hope you enjoy this feature as much as we enjoy putting it together.

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Now accepting enrollment in Kid’s World, our licensed preschool program; servicing Seekonk, East Providence and Rehoboth. Our nurturing staff and environment provides structured programs that stimulate physical, intellectual, social, emotional & creative growth. Children have the opportunity to grow at their own pace while having fun, swim lesions built in to our weekly curriculum. Contact Jen Farley at jfarley@gpymca.org or call 508.336.7003 for more information.

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September 2012 Act F.A.S.T. If You Think Someone Is Having A Stroke Attleboro, MA, August 24, 2012 – Sturdy Memorial Hospital, a Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) designated primary stroke service provider, urges the public to learn the signs and symptoms of stroke and to call 9-1-1 immediately if they think someone is having a stroke. Alerting 9-1-1 operators, first responders, and emergency room personnel that stroke symptoms are present is crucial. Early recognition and intervention of stroke is vital as it could be the difference between life and death. Act F.A.S.T. if you think someone may be having a stroke. You could save a life by using the following as a guide: Face. Ask the person to smile. A stroke can cause one side of the face to droop. Abrupt dimming of vision or a sudden, severe headache without a known cause are also warning signs. Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. If one arm drifts downward, that could signal a stroke, which can trigger weakness, numbness, or paralysis of an arm or leg, particularly on one side of the body. Sufferers may also have unexplained loss of balance, or a sudden fall. Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Stroke victims may slur their words, have trouble speaking or understanding speech, or not be able to talk at all. Time. If you observe any of these symptoms, call 9-1-1 immediately. Stroke is a life-or-death emergency in which every minute counts. Brain cells are dying. To learn more about the risk factors and the signs and symptoms of stroke, visit the National Stroke Association website at www. stroke.org. You can also speak with your primary care physician. Sturdy Memorial is a full-service, not-for-profit acute care community hospital in Attleboro, Massachusetts.

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Sturdy Memorial Hospital Names New Director Of Medical Records

Attleboro, MA, August 16, 2012 – Sturdy Memorial Hospital recently named Sandra Canizares, RHIA, as Director of Medical Records. In her new position, Ms. Canizares is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the department including medical records management, abstracting, coding, and transcription. She also oversees Tumor Registry data collection and reporting. Ms. Canizares administers policies and procedures to ensure the Hospital’s medical records practices conform to accrediting agency and regulatory standards. Ms. Canizares is a Registered Health Information Administrator and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Information Management from Ithaca College. Ms. Canizares has over 27 years of experience in medical records and health information management. Sturdy Memorial Hospital is a full-service, independent, financially stable, not-for-profit acute care community hospital in Attleboro, which serves southeastern Massachusetts and nearby Rhode Island. Since 1913, the hospital has been dedicated to providing quality care, delivered with sensitivity and compassion, using the latest technology and sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic services.

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Attleboro, MA, August 20, 2012 – Michael Sacco, MSN, RN, MBA-HC, has been named Nurse Manager for the Balfour Nursing Unit and Sharon Smith, BSN, RN, has been named Nurse Manager for the Montplaisir Medical/Surgical Nursing Unit. Both will be responsible for overseeing the standards of patient care, and managing the daily operations and associated personnel, on their respective units. Mr. Sacco earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Northeastern University. He also received a Master of Science in Nursing and a Master in Business Administration with a concentration in health care from the University of Phoenix. He joins Sturdy with 15 years of experience in nursing leadership roles. Ms. Smith holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Curry College. She brings eight years of nursing and management experience to this position.

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Departure: 8:30am from Seekonk Human Services Return: 4:00pm to Seekonk Human Services $20 Per Person Includes: Bus Trip, $10 Keno Voucher and $10 Food Voucher

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September Specials on: Green Giant Arborvitae 3ft.-4ft. Blue Spruce, Norway Spruce and Frasier Fir, plus a huge selection of Grade A nursery stock.

December 7th – 8th

Get in the Christmas Spirit with Bloom Tours as we travel to Kennebunkport, Maine for the Christmas Prelude! This celebration first began in 1982 and has since transformed into a must visit event in New England. The whole town transforms into a Winter Wonderland. See why HGTV voted Kennebunkport the #2 Christmas town in America. Start your Christmas shopping at the Christmas and craft fairs located throughout the town. Indulge in hot chocolate & stroll the breathtaking streets decorated for the season. This picturesque town will leave you in the holiday spirit! There are so many activities & events scheduled throughout the day. We will stop for an included dinner at Warren’s in Kittery following your spectacular day at the Christmas Prelude and then check in at the Hampton Inn Portsmouth for the night. The following morning you will enjoy a full, hot breakfast buffet at the Inn before departing for the Christmas Tree Shop in Portsmouth, NH. Arriving home approximately 1:30pm. $169 Per Person (Double or Triple Occupancy) $225 Per Person for Single Occupancy

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Monday, December 17, 2012

Departure: 10am from Seekonk Human Services Return: 4pm to Seekonk Human Services The Edward Twins are back at Newport Playhouse for their Christmas performance. They perform over 100 acts from Bette Midler to Elton John. $50 Per Person. Includes: Bus Trip, Tip, Lunch and the Show

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Telephone: (508) 336-8772 FAX: (508) 336-2239

Educational & Social Programs Karen Stutz ext. 14

Senior Aides Loretta Ferreira, Elaine Miranda ext. 19

Executive Director Bernadette Huck Ext. 15 Senior Secretary Ashley Pimental ext. 12

Outreach Case Managers Adriana Dossantos ext. 11 (Monday-Friday) Veronica Brickley, LPN BA SOC LSWA ext. 17 (Mon. Wed. Fri.)

Clerical Assistant Kimberly Mallon ext. 10

Outreach Assistant Nancy Rodrigues ext. 16

Executive Board Members Victoria Kinniburgh, Chairperson Lynne Neves, Vice Chairperson Christen Allen Rene Andrews Beverly Della Grotta Anita Gendron Anne Libby

*Center Hours

Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 4:30, Wednesdays 5:00 – 7:00 at Town Hall by Appointment Only, Friday 8:30 – 12:30

COOKING DEMONSTRATION BY ATRIA September 5, 2012 @ 10am

Atria Bay Spring Village will be hosting a cooking demonstration and presentation on the costs of assisted living and benefits that are available. Kevin Sutcliffe, Director of Culinary Services will be presenting how to make Bananas Foster and there will be samples of his creation available after the demonstration. Prizes will also be given out at this fun event. Lunch will be Chicken Alfredo for $2. Please call to sign up for this event and/or lunch at 508-336-8772. *********************** COFFEE HOUR WITH SENATOR JAMES TIMILTY AND REPRESENTATIVE STEVEN HOWITT Wednesday, September 12, 2012 @ 10am *********************** TEN WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S September 12, 2012 @ 10am The Alzheimer’s Association presents: Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters workshop provides attendees with an understanding of the difference between age-related memory loss and Alzheimer’s and what to do if they or someone they know has signs of the disease. Attendees will view video footage of real people who are living with the early stages of dementia and their families addressing fears and myths of Alzheimer’s disease. The workshop will cover: 10 warning signs, basic overview of Alzheimer’s disease, risk factors, what is involved in getting a diagnosis and benefits of early detection. Lunch will be: Spaghetti and Meatballs for $2. Please call to sign up for this event and/or lunch at 508-336-8772. TRIAD: STOP & SHOP PEAPOD September 26, 2012 @ 10m Overview of Stop & Shop Peapod: You order online. We shop. We deliver. Shop Peapod by Stop & Shop and do your grocery shopping without leaving your home! And did we mention that you won’t sacrifice quality either? You’ll get the highest-quality products with every order, every time, guaranteed. Use Peapod by Stop & Shop to fit your life styleShop weekly

Stock-up monthly Order heavy items Lunch will be: Chicken Stir Fry for $2. Please call to sign up for this event and/or lunch at 508-336-8772 EXPLORATION WEDNESDAYS Sept. 5: Cooking Demonstration by Atria Lunch: Chicken Alfredo for $2 Sept. 12: Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Lunch: Spaghetti and Meatballs for $2 Sept. 26: TRIAD-Stop & Shop Pea Pod Presentation Lunch: Chicken Stir Fry for $2 Oct. 3: Homestead Act Lunch: Chicken Salad Sandwiches for $2 Oct. 10: NEXT Monitoring Inc.: Ways to Save on Utility Costs by Raymond Melanson Lunch: Sausage, Peppers and Onions for $2 Oct. 24: TRIAD-Fall Safety Lunch: Beef Stew for $2 Oct. 31: Halloween Party Lunch: Chicken Parmesan for $2 SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTANCE REGISTRATION Imagine being trapped in your home during a blizzard with no

Law Office of David J. Marciello The State has recently changed the Probate Code. If you have a will it’s time that you review it. If you DO NOT have a will you are allowing the STATE to decide how to distribute your assets and who will be the guardian of your children. I can help. Call me for a lowcost solution that protects you and your family. P.O. Box 170 • Rehoboth, MA 02769 DavidMarcielloLawOffice@gmail.com David J. Marciello, Esq. • (774) 501-4500

The Reporter September 2012 electricity, telephone service or heat. What would you do without power during a hurricane or in the days that follow? What if you’re homebound, bed ridden, on oxygen or insulin dependent, what would you do? Who would know you are in need of help? For someone living alone or if you have a serious medical condition the consequences of being alone with no means of communication could be a matter of life or death. A “Special Needs Assistance” form is available through Seekonk Human Services. The process is easy — Fill out a simple form to tell us what your special needs are and return it to the COA. We will share that information with Emergency Responders in the event of such an emergency. Do we need to evacuate you? Should we contact a family member on your behalf? You give us direction on how best to keep you safe. For more information, please call 508-336-8772.

Hurricane Preparedness

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During a Hurricane Watch: Listen to radio/television for progress reports Check emergency supplies and fuel your vehicle Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture Secure buildings by closing and boarding up windows Turn refrigerator and freezer to coldest setting and open only when necessary (Close quickly) Store drinking water in clean jugs, bottles etc. During a Hurricane Warning: If evacuation is necessary, lock up your home and bring pillows, blankets, sleeping bags and other essentials to the nearest shelter Listen to radio/television for official instructions Store valuables and personal papers in a waterproof container on highest level of your home Stay inside, away from windows, skylights and glass doors

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Keep a supply of flashlights and extra batteries Avoid open flames from candles or lamps

EMERGENCY KIT

An emergency survival kit can be as basic or elaborate as you choose. Here are some of the basics: Water: one gallon per person per day for at least 3 days Food: 3-day supply of non-perishables Radio: Battery-powered (extra batteries) or hand crank Flashlights and extra batteries First Aid Kit Whistle to signal for help Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation Manual can opener for food Basic tool kit—wrench, pliers, hammer etc. Cell phone with chargers, inverter or solar charger Change of clothes/socks (keep dry in sealed bag) Prescription medications, glasses Cash, including change

Attention: Bristol Elder Services, Inc. Clients

If you are receiving services through Bristol Elder Services you should know that privacy laws prevent your information from being shared with us. If you would like Seekonk Human Services to work with Bristol Elder Services to better serve you, your authorization is required. For more information, please contact us at 508-336-8772

Medical Loan Closet

Our FREE Medical Loan Closet provides temporary loan of medical equipment (such as wheelchairs, canes, walkers, commodes) and is available to Seekonk seniors. If you need OR would like to make a donation of an item, please call 508-336-8772 We are especially in need of wheelchairs and shower chairs.

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Cardiac Prevention

Wednesday, September 19, 2012 9am – 12pm Seekonk Human Services holds a FREE clinic on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. This clinic is staffed by the same two exceptional nurses from South Coast Hospital who have been doing this clinic for several years. Why not take advantage of a FREE opportunity to check your cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure. While you are waiting you may ask the nurse about any concerns you may have or any medications you are taking. No appointment is necessary, it is first come, first served. This clinic is a perfect way to monitor your health each month.

Wii Exercise Class

Mondays @ 10am Come join us for some Wii exercise fun. The Wii is a great way to stay in shape without the high costs of joining a gym. It’s great for people of any age. Come and try it to see how much fun keeping in shape can be! Call 508-336-8772 for more information.

Knitting and Crocheting

Mondays @ 12:30 – 2:30 Ladies! You are welcome to join our group on any Monday afternoon. Please bring your own knitting needles if you have them, yarn is provided. The knitters are busy creating hats, sweaters & mittens for infants in our town and seniors who need lap robes. Need help finishing a project such as knitting, crocheting or needle point, come in and we will help you tackle it.

Pitch (Hi-Lo-Jack)

Wednesdays @ 12:30 – 2:30 Come join the fun. Why not enjoy an afternoon playing cards with a great group of people? No sign up is required. Pitch is played on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. If you have any questions you may call 508-336-8772.

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER ONLINE

*The Town Crier website link is www.seekonk-ma.gov Click on Departments, Click on Human Services

YMCA*

472 Taunton Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771, 508.336.7103 $3 fee per class for the following classes: Chair Yoga (Slow Flow) – Wednesdays 10:00 – 11:00am Balance Class – Fridays 11:45am – 12:15pm Aqua Aerobics – Wednesdays 8:15 – 9:00am OR 9:45 – 10:30am Arthritis Foundation Certified Aqua Class – Fridays 9:00 – 9:45am *Must be a Seekonk senior and have a scan card, please call 508-336-8772 for further information

SEEKONK TOTAL FITNESS

1301 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771, 508.336.4545 Seekonk Total Fitness is offering Senior Fitness Group Exercise Classes on Mondays 11:30-12:15 and Thursdays from 10:30am – 11:15am. The 45-min fitness class is designed specifically for older adults and taught by a certified senior fitness instructor. This easy to follow workout is safe, heart-healthy and gentle on the joints. Energize your inactive lifestyle by increasing muscular strength, range of movement & balance. The cost per class is $1.

GATRA Photo ID’s

GATRA Photo ID’S can be done at Seekonk Human Services. No appointment is necessary. Just fill out an application and a picture and the ID will be mailed within 2 weeks. Please contact Ashley Pimental @ 508-336-8772.

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* NOTE: Seekonk Human Services offers many legal, financial, recreational, medical screening and/or other activities and services by volunteers or nominal cost practitioners. Seniors participating in these services/activities do so with the understanding that Seekonk Human Services, the Town of Seekonk or its employees do not assume any legal or other responsibility for any advice or services rendered by such volunteers or nominal cost practitioners.

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Back to School! Keeping Your Kids Safe at School

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(ARA) - The start of the school year is a time of great anticipation for parents and kids alike. New teachers. New classes. New and old friends. It’s a time for fun and learning. Parents expect schools to be safe havens, but the reality is that children face a host of dangers all day long. Bullying, taunting and teasing are only some of the hazards that kids must deal with it every day at even the best schools in America. About 30 percent of middle and high school students say they’ve been bullied. Among high school students, one out of nine teens reported they had been pushed, shoved, tripped or spit upon during the last school year, according to a National Institute of Child Health and Human Development research study. FindLaw.com, the nation’s leading website for free legal information, offers the following tips on how to keep your children safe at school: * Talk to your kids about school safety. Talk about bullying and make sure your child understands what is and is not acceptable behavior. Also discuss when and how to report bullying. * Go to the bus stop. If your schedule allows, go to the bus stop with your child and get to know the other kids and parents, along with the bus driver. * Get to know your kids’ teachers. Send your child’s teacher an email to introduce yourself and regularly check in on your child’s academic and social progress. Learn how his or her teacher approaches bullying and other issues that may distract from the

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2012-2013 school’s learning environment, such as the use of cell phones and iPods. * Read the school’s policy on bullying. Become familiar with school policies about bullying - particularly the protocols for identifying and reporting bullying behavior. Pay careful attention to policies regarding cyberbullying, which can take place outside of school. * Watch and listen for the cues. Many kids don’t want to reveal to their parents that they’re being bullied, taunted or teased by other kids. If your child is withdrawn, not doing homework, sick more often than normal or demonstrating other out-of-the-ordinary behavior, talk about what seems to be bothering him or her. * Know where your kids are at. Sometimes bullying and other unsafe situations take place outside of school grounds, such as at other students’ houses. Telling your kids that you want to know where they are and that they need permission to visit a friend’s house shows them you care. It also reassures them that they can contact you if they need help. * Monitor Internet use and texting. Put the home computer in a public place and don’t allow your kids to use a computer in their bedroom by themselves. * Talk to other parents. You may learn that their children also have been bullied or have been involved in activities on and off school grounds that you should be concerned about. You stand a much better chance of obtaining changes and creating a safer environment for your student by acting together rather than alone. * Put it in writing. If you suspect your child is being bullied or sexually harassed by another student (or a teacher or staff member), ask for a face-to-face meeting with the school’s principal. If the principal does not act, hire an attorney and escalate your complaint to the superintendent and school board. Putting your complaint in writing about the specific types of negative behavior affecting your child is necessary if you need to litigate the complaint in court. * Take appropriate action when bullying becomes assault. If your child is physically assaulted on the bus, in school or on school grounds, contact the local police department, particularly if there is a school liaison officer assigned to the school, about whether a police report or assault charges should be filed. Do not wait to let the school handle the situation. For more information about how to keep your kids safe at school, visit FindLaw.com.

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Would you like to visit Rehoboth’s famous Hornbine School? We will be open on Sunday, September 9th and 23rd from 2-4. We are located on Hornbine Road in the south east corner of Rehoboth just across from Baker Street. The Hornbine School was used as a public school from 1847 to 1937. It was sold, used as a storage building, and then as a summer cottage for many years. During the three hundred and fiftieth town celebration in 1968, the school was purchased, with the help of the Rehoboth Loins Club, by a group of dedicated, hardworking Rehoboth residents. They remolded the school and gave it to the Town of Rehoboth. Elementary school children from many surrounding towns visit the school. Rehoboth’s program inspired many area towns to rebuild their own one room school houses. As children from area towns began to attend their own programs, our Hornbine school program began to decline. About ten years ago, Beverly Pettine, a retired Swansea third grade teacher who lives in East Providence, rejuvenated our Hornbine School program. Now, through her efforts, over seven hundred scholars from many Massachusetts and Rhode Island towns visit the school each year. Visit our website at http://hornbineschool.tripod.com/. Were you or someone you know involved in the restoration of the Hornbine School? Would you like to record your memories or share photographs of Rehoboth one room schools for the future? Please call Dave Downs at 508-222-7326.

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2012-2013 George R. Martin Elementary School NEWSLETTER FIRST PTO MEETING

Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012 at 6:30pm in the school library. Childcare is available during every meeting. http://mes.seekonk. sharpschool.com/pto

THANK YOU !

To all of the volunteers that help the PTO. Those of you who have helped have been extremely generous with your time. We have had new people step into new roles and really make a difference. We are always in need of more volunteers to make the rest of this year a success. Without volunteers to help with the events, we will not be able to run some of the programs that the students and families have loved in the past. Even 1 hour of your time, can sometimes make all the difference! Please contact Sandie barbary77@comcast.net

AGENDA / NEWSLETTER ITEMS

By the 15th of each month, please submit your PTO meeting agenda topics and/or newsletter items via email to Sandie { barbary77@comcast.net }. We welcome your input. Please come to the meetings and be heard.

• OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, Sept. 19, 6-8pm, Grades 1-5 • BANKING DAY Thursday, Sept.13, Thursday Sept. 27 • 5TH GRADE BAND INSTRUMENT DISTRIBUTION Monday, Sept. 17, 7pm at Aitken School

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Ages 2.9 yrs - 7 yrs old

Kindergarten All Day and 1/2 Day Programs Before and After School Care

Sleep smarts: Sleep is an important part of back-to-school preparation

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(ARA) - Does your list of school supplies include sleep? Studies say it should, especially for teens.

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Only 8 percent of American teenagers are getting the required nine or more hours of sleep needed, according to the National Sleep Foundation. In fact, a recent study published in the “Journal of Adolescent Health” found that more than 60 percent of high school students get less than seven hours of sleep per night. The situation does not improve in college, either. A 2010 study conducted at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota revealed, not surprisingly, that 70 percent of college students get less than the 8 recommended hours of sleep.

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While most people have, at times, battled sleep issues, poor sleep habits plague college campuses. Let’s face it - most college kids do not place a premium on a good night’s rest. In addition to sleep falling low on the priority list, most students are sleeping on cheap dorm mattresses and worn out pillows - which can affect sleep quality.

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Back to School Perhaps reminding your student that there is a proven relationship between healthy sleep habits and academic success might help encourage healthier habits. In 2010, a University of Minnesota study found a significant positive correlation between the amount of sleep per night and GPA. Additionally, as the average number of days per week a student got less than five hours of sleep increased, GPA decreased. Once a pattern of bad sleep has developed, is it possible for teens and college students to “reset” their internal clocks? Researchers at the American Academy of Sleep Medicine say it is. Suggest that your students try following these tips, a little bit at a time, over several weeks: * Try your best to avoid caffeine, smoking, alcohol, heavy exercise and heavy snacking (pizza included) at least three hours before bedtime. * Don’t pull all-nighters or cram for exams late at night. Specifically schedule studying for when you’re most alert so your performance won’t be affected. * Be as consistent as possible with your sleep habits, ideally aiming to go to bed at the same time each evening and get at least eight hours of sleep per night. * Wake up at the same time every morning and head outside. Sunlight helps reset circadian rhythms, the body’s internal biological process that rotates around a 24-hour schedule. * Turn off your cell phone and laptop at night. Besides being a distraction, exposure to light can suppress the production of melatonin, a hormone that aids sleep. * Make sure your bedroom is set up for sleep. If you are a light sleeper or your dorm is noisy, try wearing earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones. Keep the room cool and dark. Make your bed as comfortable as possible. Consider investing in a foam mattress pad and a quality pillow. For example, for around $100, you can purchase a mattress topper and a waterbase pillow, both of which greatly improve head, neck and back support while you sleep. “While you most likely cannot control the amount of sleep your teens or college-aged kids receive, at least you can make sure that once they are in bed, the sleep they do get is of the best quality,” explains Maurice Bard, founder and CEO of Mediflow Inc., a company that makes waterbase bed pillows. “One simple way to accomplish this is to make sure your teens are sleeping on the right pillow - one that adjusts to properly support their head and neck throughout the night.” Countless studies have shown that people who get the right amount of sleep are physically and emotionally healthier - which is of course is something we all want for our children. Getting better grades is just the icing on the cake.

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Have a great school year! A Jump Start at Feehan’s Summer Academy

Bishop Feehan High School recently held its annual two-week long Summer Academic Academy for incoming freshmen. Over a hundred students chose to participate and enjoyed many opportunities for “learning the ropes” of a new campus including participating in group activities to enhance social interaction, a review of math and English skills, and “survival” skills like how to take notes, how to use the library, how to stay motivated, and how to avoid discipline problems. “The Summer Academic Academy has been a great success each year. Whether the kids realize it or not, it gives them the confidence to start the year off on the right foot and helps to eliminate the first-day-of-school jitters,” commented Ann Perry, Vice President of Academic Affairs.

English teach Donna MacPherson (center) surrounded by a class in Feehan’s Summer Academic Academy. English teacher Lou Gazzola entertains as he educates one of his Summer Academic Academy classes. Back row from left: Alison DiMartino (Mansfield), Delany Lynch (Mansfield), Dante DeTrolio (N. Attleboro); middle: Crystal Gladu (Woonsocket); front: Adam Pedro (Seekonk)

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IN MEMORIAM Rehoboth

Barbara Casey Ellis

Barbara Jean Casey Ellis, beloved daughter of Nancy (Egan) Casey of Rehoboth and Russell Casey of Cranston and mother of Arianna Grace Ellis, passed away tragically on April 1, 2012, in Cranston, R.I. She was the wife of David Ellis of Attleboro. Born on June 12, 1977, she was raised in Rehoboth with her brother, Adam Casey. Extraordinarily close, the siblings loved being together and throughout their lives. Barbara attended Rehoboth schools, graduating from Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School in 1995 and Lesley College in Cambridge, MA , where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education. A skilled counselor, she worked with high school students in both the Taunton and Attleboro School to Career Program, helping teens to find their paths in life. Barbara loved her students, and they loved her, as demonstrated by the overwhelming number of students who attended her calling hours and funeral. The most precious joy in Barbara’s life was her daughter, Arianna Grace Ellis. She was a wonderful mother, and she and Ari were inseparable. Reading was always so important to Barbara. When she was just a toddler, she asked her mother to read to her constantly. Later she simply devoured books, ranging from science fiction to Shakespeare to Harry Potter. At Lesley,

Barbara developed further her interest in drama, acting in Shakespearean comedy and attending the productions of many of the plays that were available in the Boston area. Loving the arts, Barbara studied all the masters and frequently visited museums and art galleries to view her favorite paintings and sculptures. Dancing, which she began at only two years old, was another significant activity in Barbara’s life. Ballet was her passion and dream, and she took lessons and performed even as an adult. In recent years she met with a group of women weekly to pursue her artistic endeavors. Although Barbara faced many obstacles, she was blessed with a great zest for life. When she walked into a room, frequently accompanied by her daughter Arianna, excitement and fun were sure to follow. Always fearless, she tried everything from exotic food to zip lining to parasailing. Barbara loved spending time gardening, hiking, whitewater rafting, traveling, swimming, and playing games with her family. She was fascinated with all varieties of animals, the weirder the better. As a child she traveled to New Hampshire, Niagara Falls, Lake George, Hershey Park, Washington, DC, New York, and Florida; these trips marked the beginning of her desire to see the world. Ever the actress, Barbara loved dressing up as a child, and continued to enjoy shopping for all kinds of clothing, especially with Arianna and her mother. Two years ago she took a course in baking pastries at Johnson and Wales University and loved feeding her beautiful delicacies to family and friends. Barbara was truly unique in every aspect of her life. In addition to her husband David, daughter Arianna, and parents Nancy and Russell, Barbara is survived by her brothers, Adam Casey of Norton and Brandon Casey of Cranston, her sister, Trista Casey of Cranston, her grandparents, stepmother, and several nieces and nephews. What joy she brought to those who loved her.

Andrew E. Lynch

Lynch, Andrew E., of Colonial Way Rehoboth died Saturday. He was the husband of Gladys (Waterman) Lynch. He was born in Hampton, CT a son of the late James and Mary Lynch. He was a self-employed builder until retirement. He was a WWII Navy Veteran, member of the VFW and a lifetime member of the DAV. Besides his wife, he leaves 3 sons, Thomas Lynch of Franklin, MA, Pierre Lynch of Alabama, Andre Lynch of Florida, a sister, Dorothy Fioretti of Avon, CT, Catherine Harlow of Bristol, CT, Margaret

Furney of Rialto, CA and 7 grandchildren. He was also the brother of the late James Lynch and Mary Murphy. A private burial will be in the National Cemetery in Bourne, MA. Memorial contributions may be made to the DAV 380 Westminster Street Providence, RI 02903. Visit smithmason.com for on line condolences.

Elaine M. Bassett, former co-owner of the Country Inn in Warren, died August 1, 2012 at St. Ann’s Hospital. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. Brendon P. Carey, PFC, United States Marine Corps., died suddenly while at home on leave, August 5 2012. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. Sylvia M. (Proulx) Williams, wife of Edward Williams, died August 23, 2012 at home with her family by her side at the age of 75. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com.

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Frank Clegg, Jr., died August 4, 2012 at the age of 93. See full obituary at www. ReporterToday.com. Raymond L. Bergeron, 77, August 9, 2012. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. Charles F. Chapman 72 of Gude Street died Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Miriam Hospital. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. Palma “Polly” (Santoro) Burchett, passed away on August 13, 2012. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. Stanley J. Polonczak Jr., 67, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2012. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. James Ira Brackett, Jr. 91, passed away on Sunday, August 19th. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. James S. “Jim” Whitaker 83 of Lincoln Street died Monday August 20, 2012 at the Orchard View Manor. See full obituary at www.ReporterToday.com. Gabriella M. (Lukasiewicz) Krzyzek, 91, passed away Wednesday August 15, 2012 in Minnesota. See full obituary at www. ReporterToday.com.

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Church Listings Newman Congregational Church

Corner of Newman & Pawtucket Aves (Rumford) For more info: 401-434-4742 www.newmanucc.org

Vedanta Society of Providence

227 Angell St Providence RI 02906 401-421-3960 www.vedantaprov.org

West Dighton Christian Church

Epworth United Methodist Church

Trinity United Methodist Church

Rehoboth Congregational Church

2767 Horton Street No. Dighton, MA Phone 508-252-9066 www.westdightonchristianchurch.org

51 Railroad Ave. Taunton 508-824-8244

North Christian Church

Seekonk Congregational Church

Located at 2360 Chestnut Street North Dighton, MA www.northchristianchurchdighton.org Tel: 508-252-9494

New Testament Baptist Church

Rt. 114, Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA Circle of Salgion - Church of Wicca Email: Celtic@ici.net Phone: 774-229-6019

600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk,MA (508)336-9355 Web site: www.scc-ucc.com

corner of Woodward St. and Rt. 140 in Norton. 508-285-9771 www.NewTestamentSchool.org

Christian Life Church 222 Plain Street, Route 118 Rehoboth, MA 508-252-3364 www.clcrehoboth.org

Holy Cross Catholic Church

141 Hornbine Road, Rehoboth, MA (401) 475-4133

Memorial Baptist Church,

340 Central Ave., Seekonk, MA 02771, 508-761-5142 Seekonkmbc@verizon

Eusebeia Bible Church

600 Taunton Ave Buldg B Seekonk, MA 02771 508-557-1634 www.eusebeia.org

Saint Margaret of Scotland Roman Catholic Church

1098 Pawt. Ave., Rumford, RI 401-438-3230 Web: www.stmargaretchurch.org office-stmargaretchurch@cox.net

Church of Salgion

Dighton Community Church 2036 Elm Street, Dighton, Mass. (508)669-6241 or (508)761-5503

915 Newport Ave. Pawtucket, RI 02861 Service starts at 9:30- 10:30 A,.M. (401) 722-0816 • www.epworthri.org

United Church of Christ

139 Bay State Road, Rehoboth 508-252-4545 www.rehobothucc.org

Winthrop Street Baptist Church

Rt. 44 / 39 Winthrop St. Taunton, MA www.wsbcfellowship.org 508-822-1976

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

81 Warren Ave., East Providence, RI 401-434-7456 www.stmaryseastprovidence.org stmaryseastprov@aol.com

Taunton Seventh-day Adventist Church

The First Baptist Church of Dighton

109 Winthrop Street, Taunton (508) 823-6679

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Somerset Congregational Christian Church, UCC

438 Main St. - Dighton, MA 02715 Church Phone:(508)669-5077

St. James Lutheran Church

Middle Highway and County Road in Barrington, RI (401)-246-0227

St. Dominic Catholic Church

RT—6 1277 Grand Army Highway Swansea Mass 02777 Rectory 508—675-7206

Lighthouse Gospel Pentecostal Church

6 Meadow Hill Ct, Easton MA 774-565-0333

All Saints Angelican Church 1188 S.Main Street, Attleboro, MA 508-222-2640

1411 County Street, Somerset Phone - 508-672-6623 church@netzero.net

Fall River Seventh Day Adventist Church (English language) 2695 No. Main St., F.R. 646-3506

First Christian Congregational Church United Church of Christ

GAR Highway, Rt. 6 • Swansea 508-673-7179 or 676-3815

Brick Church

1056 Center St. Dighton Call 951-7358

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New Beginnings Evangelical Church

294 Taunton Ave., Seekonk, MA Tel. #: 508-336-4038 http://www.nbechurch.org

Christ Church Episcopal 57 Main Street, Swansea, MA (508) 678-0923

Good News Bible Chapel 235 West Street, Attleboro 508 226 2916 www.gnbc.org

Church of the Epiphany

1336 Pawtucket Avenue Rumford between Newman Avenue and Rumford Library 401-434-5012

The First Baptist Church of Swansea 21 Baptist Street Swansea, MA Telephone (508)379-9728

Faith Fellowship Chapel 457 Milford Road, Suite 1 Swansea MA 508-671-9871

E-mail: office@FaithFellowshipChapel.org Website: www.FaithFellowshipChapel.org.

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West Congregational Church United Church of Christ Winthrop Street at North Walker (Rte 44) • Taunton, MA Church Office: 508 824-3461

Rehoboth Baptist Church 132 Moulton Street (Rt.. 118) 508-252-6437 • Fax 252-1080

website: www.rehobothbaptistchurch.org

Lighthouse Baptist Church 150 Taunton Ave East Providence, RI 02914 (401) 365-2162 • www.lbcri.org

Grace Community Chapel 110 County Street, Seekonk, MA 508-336-5971 www.gccfamily.org

Hornbine Baptist Church

141 Hornbine Road, Corner of Baker Rd. South Rehoboth 508-252-3452

First Spiritualist Church Anawan Grange

Rt. 44 & 118 Rehoboth www.firstspiritualistchurch.com

Community Covenant Church

615 Tremont Street, Rehoboth, MA (508)-222-9400 www.communitycovenant.org

Greater Fall River Baptist Church

1980 South Main Street P.O. Box 975, Fall River, MA (508)673-7700

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church

Rt. 44 - Seekonk, Massachusetts 984 Taunton Ave. • P.O. Box 519 336-5549 • Rectory: 336-9022

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Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal

490 Broadway, Pawtucket, RI 401-723-0408 rector.goodshepherdchurch@verizon.net

Square Dance Classes,

Sundays 7-9 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church, 1188 So. Main St., Attleboro, MA The Caller is Barney Mallon Singles and couples are welcome The cost is $3. per person

The person to contact is Carol Leonard at 508-409-5188

HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH 141 Hornbine Road Rehoboth, MA• (Corner of Hornbine Rd & Baker St)

(401) 475-4133 • www.holycrosscc.com Email: secretary@holycrosscc.com Pastor - Father Raymond Laliberte

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday - 4:00pm (English) Sunday - 8:00am (Portuguese) & 10:30am (English) Daily Mass as announced in the Bulletin Join us in praying the Rosary 15 minutes before every Mass Religious Education Classes Registration September 8 & 9 after all Masses

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Rehoboth Council on Aging September 2012 Newsletter

55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769

Director’s Corner

Phone 508-252-3373 Fax 508-252-4617 Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon Kitchen hours: Monday through Thursdays 8:00am to 12 Special Announcements Closed Monday, September 3rd for Labor Day

The Rehoboth Council on Aging Monthly Board Meeting is scheduled for the 3RD Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Well Fall is slowing approaching tad the holidays will a pond us shortly. Hope you all had a great summer. Thanks to a generous donation and our Formula Grant we have 2 “sewing machines with large material tables all set up for your use. Bring in your quilting material on Thursdays and join the Quilting Group. The Tuesday Ladies card club have a few new board and card games come in and join in. They meet on Tuesday afternoons at 12:30. Thank you to all the Summer volunteers that helped with Gert’s Cafe thru the summer. We at the COA would like to Thank Brain McKerney from radio station 1380am Senior Life of New England for choosing Rehoboth as the first to receive their Appreciation Award. This is such a wonderful thing to do for a volunteer. Enjoy the rest of the summer! Respectfully, Norie Palmer - Director

“SeniorLife” Appreciation Award Town of Rehoboth, Massachusetts

Since only one person can win our award we are leaving that decision to you to decide by how many votes a person receives, most votes a volunteer receives will receive “SeniorLife” Appreciation Award & $1,000 cash prize. Runner-ups will receive a “SeniorLife” Appreciation Certificate (no cash prizes) and participate in the ceremony on September 27th, 2012 at the Rehoboth COA 12 noon. Below are the four (4) volunteers at Town of Rehoboth Senior Center. Voting will end on September 14th, 2012 @ midnight and the volunteer to receive “SeniorLife” Appreciation Award will be announced on

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“SeniorLife” radio show September 16th, 2012 @ 7:30am. Volunteer Gertrude Messier – creator of Gert’s Cafe , chef and Volunteer Volunteer Kay Mann – Volunteer and Gert’s Cafe and Men’s Coffee Chef Volunteer Patricia Higson – Volunteer and head of Gert’s Cafe Summer Volunteer Lisa Reigle – Garden Volunteer, pants, weeds and maintains the garden for Rehoboth Food Pantry Thank you for casting your vote. Continue listening to “SeniorLife” in New England News/Talk Radio Show on 1380-AM WNRI every Sunday morning at 7:05am or tune to the radio show from our website at www. seniorlifene.com for “SeniorLife” Appreciation Award updates. Your are Corgerlly Invited to attend the Fall “Meet & Greet” & “SeniorLife” Appreciation Ceremony At the Rehoboth Council of Aging Thursday, September 27th 12 noon You will also have the pleasure of reviewing framed paintings from our Art Class Reservations are a must - Please call 508-252-3372 Thank you A big Thank you goes out to the members of the American Legion Post 302 who started a program for seniors and veterans that are in need of a small 5000BTU air conditioner. They purchased “new” units installed them and in October will go around and pick them up service them so they will be ready for next summer.

Available Lessons & Services

Estate Planning: On September 19th at 11am Sasha Casen of New York Life along with Estate Planning – elder Law Attorney Eileen Hadfield will be on hand to assist you with up to date information and planning. Art Class: Michelle will will start her next 6 week Art Class on Wednesday, September 19th at 10am. Michelle will be teaching a drawing, watercolor and a few other things in her class. Come join in on the fun class and others in the group with their brushes and watercolors… The cost for these interesting classes is $4.00 Blood Pressures & Glucose Screenings On the 3rd Thursday of the Month from 11am to 1pm, you will be able to have a blood pressure and glucose screening done free of charge. Please contact the COA 508252-3372 for more information.

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Veterans’ Corner from William Saunders- Veterans’ Agent

“Starting in 2013, the check will no longer be in the mail! All government issued benefits (Social Security, VA disability, Retirees, etc.). The federal government which issues 73,000,000 checks a month will no longer issue paper checks. Recipients must have a bank account or the federal government will issue a one-time DEBIT card and the funds will be deposited into that account. About 90% of those who receive benefits currently already have direct deposit. The other 10% should set up their own accounts. The Debit Cards will be issued through several different banks and financial institutions. The Debit Card can be used for point of sale purchases and can be used to obtain cash from banks. Not all banks will honor the Debit Card for “FREE”; there could be a service charge – better to get your own now. HAVE YOU BEEN CALLED BY A SO CALLED VETERANS’ GROUP LOOKING FOR A DONATION? Don’t be taken in! No organization has registered with the Rehoboth police or the Veterans’ Service Office. No local veteran is known to have received any direct benefit from any of these “so-called” telephone solicitors. The Veterans’ Service Officer recommends that you keep your donation local, such as the Food Pantry or Senior Club Oil Fund. Some people have made donations to the Rehoboth Veterans Services which designates the Silicone Gift Fund for all donations. Veterans’ Grave Flags will be disseminated to chosen volunteers to place of the graves of deceased veterans prior to Memorial Day. Anyone whose relative does not have a flag by Memorial Day should contact the Veterans Service Office AFTER Memorial Day. Please have the veteran’s information available so that it can be checked in our records. A volunteer will go out to the cemetery and place any missed flags. (508 252 4467 x122) Massachusetts Law Chapter 115 stipulates that veterans and widows of veterans are entitled to assistance if they are in financial need. The primary responsibility of the Veterans’ (agent) Service Officer is to administer this program. If you think you might qualify, call and ask. Thinking of filing a claim with the Veterans Administration? The Veterans Service Officer can help. (508 252 4467, x122) Office hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 AM – Noon. Appointments are available at almost any other time. Lt. Col. William C. Saunders, U. S. Army, (Retired) Director of Veterans’ Services

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The Friends of the Elderly partly fund some services at the Rehoboth Council on Aging such as podiatry and cholesterol clinics. They meet at 10:30am on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. New Members always Welcome. Up Coming Activities: Saturday October 27th a Halloween Breakfast Fund raiser for the COA

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Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club

Membership Application Members Must Be 60 years of Age

Name_______________________________________________ Address___________________________________________ Phone Number_____________________________ D.O.B.____________________ Dues are $4.00 a year resident; $8.00 a year non resident Amount Enclosed:$_____________________ Please make Checks Payable to: Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club

Registration is required for all upcoming programs. All activities will have participant sign up sheets for them. Most of the Activity programs that are at the Council on Aging are free and open to the public. Some programs require minimum attendance; if there is no interest then that activity will be either canceled or postponed. Please call 508252-3372 for information on all activities or to sign up.

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Play with Your Food... Hello, I’m Angela Hall and welcome to “Play With Your Food”… because cooking should be fun! September! Already?! For some its back to school/work crazy, for some its off to college, and for some its abundant garden delights. For me its…some garden delights but not as many as I had hoped. I’ve talked to other people as well who have been having the same problem this year, tomatoes not ripening, eggplants are few if any and the usual zucchini and summer squash stews will have to be embellished with some from the farmer’s market. Whatever the case, it is still one of the best culinary times of the year. Fresh, healthy dishes practically make themselves. Usually this is the part where I give a bit of history and health benefits of a particular food, but really, any fresh vegetables from the garden or local market, and there are many to choose from, will be teeming with health benefits. A word of advice, don’t over cook. All too often the old style of cooking had vegetables boiling and cooking into a state of mush. Even some current recipes have you blanching then cooking. I don’t see the point unless you have

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a problem with crunchy foods then by all means blanch away. However if the next time you see a recipe that tells you to blanch then “shock” in ice water, then sauté in oil, I suggest you skip the blanch and shock therapy and go straight to the sauté. Try it. Grilling is also one of the best ways to prepare fresh veggies. Simple and easy. I believe that grilling corn on the cob this is best way to cook it. It caramelizes the sugars and enhances the flavors. Grilling zucchini too, to me, is the best. I’m going to share with you three recipes that use in-season vegetables, each takes about 30 minutes to prepare and both can be served as a side dish with a grilled meat or can be a main vegetarian course. The first is Blue Cheese Polenta with Vegetables, you can substitute cheddar cheese if you like, second is Grilled Veggies with Roasted-Chile, Fresno chiles are similar in shape and heat to jalapenos, but they’re red and a little less meaty. Roasting them over a flam tames their spice and brings out their sweetness. Butter and third is Charred Corn Salad with Mint, Parsley and Cilantro. Eat outside enjoy the beautiful weather of September, fire-up the grill or grill pan and enjoy the bounty of what is one of the best months of the year…and oh yeah…September is the month my son was born…Happy 21st Birthday Zach, you are the greatest thing that has ever happened to me, love Mom. If you have any questions or want to share thoughts on these and other receipts you can contact me at PLAYWITHFOODTODAY@ gmail.com or look for me on Facebook.

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About 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4-ounces of sliced mushroom, use a favorite 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1 ½ cups thinly sliced sweet onion 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon minced garlic dash of salt and black pepper 3 cups 1% low-fat milk ½ cup water 2/3 cup quick-cooking polenta ¾ cup (3-ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan and swirl to coat. Add mushrooms add thyme; sauté for 4 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender Add remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, onion, bell peppers, garlic and a dash of salt and pepper, sauté for 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Combine milk, ½ cup water, about ¼ teaspoon of salt and pepper in a medium saucepan; bring to boil, stir in polenta; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, stir in cheese. Serve topped with vegetables. Sprinkle with parsley.

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5 red Fresno chiles or jalapeños ¼ cayenne pepper 1 stick of butter, softened 2 tablespoons minced chives ½ pound Portobello mushrooms, sliced lengthwise 1/3 inch thick 1 pound Japanese or baby eggplants, sliced on the diagonal 1/3 inch thick ¾ pound small zucchini (about 2) thinly sliced on the diagonal 2 ears of corn-shucked, cobs cut crosswise into 1 ½ inch thick rounds Extra virgin olive oil, for grilling Salt and pepper Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Grill the Fresno chiles over high heat, turning until blackened and softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the chiles to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let cool slightly. Peel, seed and mince the chiles and return them to the bowl. Add the cayenne pepper, butter and chives and stir until combined. Lightly brush the mushroom, eggplant, zucchini and corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the vegetables over moderately high heat, turning once or twice until lightly charred and tender, about 5 minutes. Arrange the vegetables on a platter and immediately dot with the chile butter. Serve right away. Chili Butter can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for one month.

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YARD SALE 199 Brightridge Avenue, East Providence Saturday, September 29th 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Yard sale. Women’s clothing, Business Books, Treadmill, lia sophia business supplies, and much more. Rain date Sunday 9/30.

FOR RENT EAST PROVIDENCE: Sublet 5 room apartment, $1,100 a month plus security deposit. Heat and utilities included, off street parking, no pets – non smokers, near school and bus line. Call (401) 434-9263 FOR RENT: East Providence: Excellent Central, Location: Nice Furnished Private set up for ONE MATURE NO SMOKER Tenant Helper: Utilities, Cable, Bus, Storage $95/weekly. Call 401-434-1372 FOR RENT: East Providence, 3 room apartment, gas heat, 1st floor, 1 Bedroom, no pets, utilities, no smoking, on street parking; asking $600.00 per month, plus security; call 401-433-0871 after 9am. FOR RENT:Rehoboth/Dighton Lg Refurbished Unit in c1790’s Cape. Ideal for doctor, lawyer, massage therapy, ect. Or a great place to live, $1200 per month. w/ electric. For more info please call 774-2181959 (e912) FOR RENT: Country Store. Dighto/ Rehoboth area. Located on busy Rt.44 yet set back in a wonderful country setting. I deal for artist, yoga, massage therapy, herbal medicine, ect. Possible live and work combo. Please call for info. Allan 774-218-1959

FOR SALE FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Seasoned Firewood $200/cord Seekonk, Call Scott 508-328-7995 FOR SALE: Craftsman – Air Compressor 5HP 25 Gallon - $150. Craftsman – Industrial reciprocating saw - $60. Craftsman – Heavy duty air impact wrench - $50. Hilti TE22 – Rotating hammer drill - $175. Call 508-222-5186

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For sale: Men’s left hand golf clubs. Irons, $10.00. Woods,15.00 Special driver $25.00. Cash only.Tel. 401 434 0118 For Sale: Winter in Naples, Fl. with your very own 5th wheel trailer completely furnished 2002 Carriage Cameo 34’ CK3 @ Paradise Pointe RV RESORT PARK all set up on lot. Clean and smoke free. Asking $16000.00. 508-252-4896

HELP WANTED Position: Reading Specialist ~ Title One; Requirements: Appropriate Ma Licensure For Academic Reading Specialist (All Levels) Required; Location: Palmer River Elementary School; Salary: Grant Funded; Deadline: Open Until Filled. Now Accepting Applications Through: Www.Schoolspring. Com. Dighton~Rehoboth Regional School District Considers Applicants For All Positions Without Regard To Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Age, Marital Or Veteran Status, The Presence Of A Non-Job Related Medical Condition Or Handicap, Or Any Other Legally Protected Status. Immediate Opening: Position(s): Grade 2 Teacher. Long-Term Substitute, Anticipated 4 Weeks; Requirements: Appropriate Ma Elementary Certification Required (1-6); Location: Dighton Elementary School; Salary: Per Current Salary Scale. Now Accepting Applications Through: www. schoolspring.com. Dighton~Rehoboth considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. IMMEDIATE OPENING: Position: Special Education Teacher ~ “Success In Middle School” (Sims) Program; Requirements: Special Education Mild To Moderate Disabilities (Grades 5-8) Certification Required; Special Education Severe To Profound (Grades 5-8) Certification Preferred. Location: Beckwith Middle School, Salary: Per Cba; Deadline: September 14, 2012; Now Accepting Applications Through: Www. Schoolspring.Com. Dighton~Rehoboth

considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. YOUTH FELLOWSHIP DIRECTOR: rehoboth congregational church, 10 hours a week, experience preferred. Email resume to barbsavary@aol.Com Mother’s Helper needed after school 3:15-5:15p two days/wk. Must enjoy kids, have references, be reliable, have a car and valid driver’s license. $35/week plus additional hours for half days/ school vacations. Call 774.565.0156 Personal Care Assistant: Veteran, wheelchair user needs help 3 hours per week on Fri, Sat nights at 8:30,Sat mornings at 7:30 w/ future additional hours possible. Must be dependable. Duties include assistance w/ hygiene,transfers, light cleaning. $12/hr Call 774.565.0156 Church Sexton Riverside Congregational Church: Part-Time, 10 hours/week, $10/hour, Requires bending, stooping, lifting up to 50 lbs, climb ladder. Applications available at church, or at www. rcc-ucc.com. Mail applications to: RCC, Board of Trustees, 15 Oak Ave, Riverside, RI 02915

GENERAL SERVICES NEED A NANNY OR CAREGIVER? A variety of home services provided for children/elderly. Friendly, personable, highly responsible, dependable. Flexible hours tailored to suit your personal needs. References available. 508-557-1761 Cleanouts & Cleanups: Houses, attics, cellars, garages, sheds, yards, etc. Demolition of sheds, fences, pools, decks, etc. Junk Removal, gutters cleaned, painting & handyman services. Insured. Call Gary at (508)245-0832.

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Over nine years of tutoring experience with the Dighton Rehoboth and Taunton school systems, the military, and private schools. Strong curriculum knowledge, all levels, all subjects, plus autism spectrum. Master’s degree. Excellent references from local schools and parents. Kathy Castro 774-254-5876 tkgarden@comcast.net TUTOR: Elementary teacher with 12+ years Math, Reading and Writing tutoring experience available to tutor your child at local library. $35/hour for one day and $25/ hour for two days a week. Liz, 401-368-8238.

WE BUY Diabetic Test Strips for CASH. Unopened,Unused & Unexpired. We get them to people with little or no insurance. TOP CASH paid. FREE local pick-up. Call Ron @ 508-217-8074.

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HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS: First Lesson ½ Price. Beginners through advanced, boarding with all day turnout, training with world champion, Indoor-outdoor lighted rings, reasonable rates, ponies for parties and outings, summer camp, pony club at farm; Hawkswood Farm 508-3366114. NEW YOUNG PUPPIES FOR SALE: Labradoodle and Jack Russell puppies Jack Russell Lhasa apso mix, non shed; call 7/30/2012 2:17 PM Page 1 Hawkswood Farm 508-336-6114.

Childcare: Opening in active childcare for 1-5 year olds ½ day $30, Full day $40. 30 years’ experience, CDA certified, EEC Lead Teacher, CPR and First Aid, Preschool program, Nutritious meals and snacks included, 2 acre fenced playground, indoor playground, 4 large play rooms, 6 to 1 ratio 7am-5pm Call Joanne 1-508-252-1252 2012 KRF - RR 7.5 x 4.875 4c Ad.qxp or 1 508-243-4406

CLASSES / LESSONS PIANO LESSONS: Taught in my home, both classical and popular to persons of all ages. Anita Russo, 8 Terrybrooke Road, Rehoboth 508-252-4208.

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PETS FREE PETS: Three playful dwarf goats FREE to a good home. Grandchildren going to college! Adorable and fun. Contact Joyce at 508-336-7399 or hjcoleman@comcast.net FREE to GOOD home, 3 male cats, orange, white, blk/wht, fixed,(401)527-8657.

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Mammoth Rock Farm, LLC LS Heating & Air Conditioning Grandma’s Attic Affordable Appliance Repair Co. McPartland Appliance Repairs Gregory D. Dorrance, Co. Donald E. MacManus, Attorney Laurie P. Mullen Law Office of David J. Marciello Law Office of Luke P. Travis Law Office of Nicholas Barrett Assoc Lori O’Brien-Foeri A-1 Custom Auto Body Sousa’s Auto Body Tri Star Autobody, Inc. Seekonk Auto Body Hot Rides INC Manny’s Auto Repair Inc. Mike’s Truck & Trailer Repair New England Tire Somerset Chrysler Jeep Somerset Subaru Gary’s Auto Removal Seekonk Auto Salvage Coastway Community Bank A. M. Carpentry DTP Construction Nerney Construction J & J Materials Corp. Ferreira Builders, Inc. Steven Howitt Paul Buckley Mark Koussa Carpentry Earle’s Carpet Cleaning East Coast Carpet Cleaning & More M & S Carpet & Upholstery ASAP Citizens For Citizens - Attn. Carol

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