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Heritage Corridor kicks off Annual GO!
Dog Days of construction in Uxbridge
Special Tours, Walks, Paddles & Festivals
by Abigail epplett Although a severe thunderstorm washed out their July meeting, progress continues on the Uxbridge Dog Park in the 100 Acre Lot at 375 Sutton Street. The project began back in 2013 when a group of Uxbridge women met at the Jumbo Donuts to discuss the possibility of creating a dog park and subsequently formed the Uxbridge Dog Park Committee. The five members are Ali Raposo, Travis DoRosario, Cindy Scott, Jen Modica, and Laura OzellaHamel. The Uxbridge Dog Park Committee needed to raise money for the park, which could cost between $188,000 and $523,000 according to a previous speech by committee member Ali Raposo. Fundraising was initially difficult, but in 2015, Uxbridge’s Officer Josiah Morrissette greatly assisted their efforts by applying for a grant through the Stanton Foundation, which resulted in $20,500 towards the dog park. According to the website “The Stanton Foundation, created by Dr. Frank Stanton, supports areas where he was unable to complete his charitable intentions during his lifetime.” Dr. Stanton’s main interests were United States history, nuclear security, and dogs; his foundation provides grants to many organizations, with a special grant for dog parks in Massachusetts. The committee has done plenty of fundraising and self-promotion in addition to the grants. Raising money through selling personalized bricks; dogs can be memorialized by their owners through the purchase of a paver that will be placed inside the completed dog park. The committee has even participated as a vendor at Walk for Paws, an event hosted by the no-kill shelter Dog Orphans of Douglas and held at River Bend Farm in Uxbridge.
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A HOT SPOT - Deputy Fire Chief Steve Tancrell and Oliver read to children at the Uxbridge Fire Station as part of the Beginning Bridges “Read Around” Program. Many Massachusetts businesses are working together to make the Uxbridge Dog Park happen. The park was designed by Berkshire Design Group of Northampton and is currently being constructed by Precision Paving of Brimfield, with aggregate and other materials from Pyne Sand & Stone Co. of Sutton and landscaping by Babe’s Lawn Care of Brimfield. So far, the paving company has poured concrete pads for shade structures, watering stations, waste stations, and benches. Another feature is a paved walking path, which allows visitors to get exercise while their “fur family” plays. The park also takes advantage of new techPRESORTED STANDARD US POSTAGE PAiD BOSTON, MA PERMiT NO 55800
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nology, with a solar-powered well pump installed by Richardson Well and Pump of Uxbridge to provide water for the dogs. “We do not have an estimated date. The construction is so weather dependent,” explained the Uxbridge Dog Park Committee via Facebook. “The Uxbridge Dog Park will be posting the progress along the way. Perhaps when we get closer, we will have a better estimate.” To support the dog park and honor your pooch by ordering a commemorative brick, visit polarengraving.com/ uxbridgedogpark.
GO explore historic mill villages, GO paddle under the full moon, GO to an apple festival, and GO explore the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor! With more than 100 events to choose from, Blackstone Heritage Corridor proudly presents its 5th annual GO! program this September, highlighting the Blackstone River Valley as a destination for family fun and exploration. This year’s GO! offers guided walks, paddle adventures, biking and museum tours along with festivals and many more family-friendly events. GO! 2019 is generously sponsored by UniBank and Navigant Credit Union. “i love the Blackstone Heritage Corridor’s GO! program,” noted Diane Prete of North Smithfield, Ri. “The summer was always my favorite time of year and i felt a little sad when it was over. But since i discovered BHC’s month-long GO! in September, i really look forward to the fall and discovering a whole world of wonderful attractions
New THiS yeAR - A series of adaptive kayaking events being offered at wallum Lake at Douglas State Forest.
Dynamic Douglas Day! Dynamic Douglas Day will take place on Saturday, August 17th from 11:00 a.m.4:30 p.m. at Soldier's Field, 90 Mechanic Street, in Douglas. Admission is one can of non-perishable food and/or one pair of new socks.
and activities right in my own backyard. i’m exploring places that i didn’t even know existed, learning about the history of Blackstone Valley and meeting some wonderful people along the way.” A special kickoff event takes place Thursday, August 29th at the Museum of Work & Culture (42 S. Main St., Woonsocket, Ri) unveiling a gallery show featuring the stunning work of 10 volunteers from the Blackstone Heritage Corridor Photography Ambassadors. A free reception is being held from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. where the museum’s gallery will debut 80 extraordinary photos highlighting the historic, natural, cultural and recreational resources within the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor. The show will remain on display through September 30th, with free admission during museum hours. Photos will be available for sale with proceeds benefiting the Blackstone River Valley National Heri-tage Corridor. New this year to the GO! program is a series of adaptive kayaking events continued on page 10
Walk into a Winter Wonderland, filled with amazing artisans throughout the community or throw a ball at the Dunk Tank Star! So much fun in one place, it surely will be a fun family event you won't want to miss!
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