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June 1, 2011

Lucky 13s For Boys Lacrosse

Parading Through the Streets

BY LIZZY SNELL Thirteen is anything but an unlucky number for the Wellesley boys’ lacrosse team as the Raiders won their thirteenth game of the season on Friday, May 13 against the Norwood Mustangs to put them at 13-0. With the Raiders outscoring Norwood 10-3, the game tally itself even added up to 13.

“It feels good,” Raiders head coach Rocky Batty said after the win at Norwood’s Callahan Field.

“Any win is a good win. It’s a tough place to be; teams bring their best game to us. Norwood did that today. They played hard.

They played hard and well. But it’s good to be 13-0; we’ll take it.”

Batty said that while he’s not overly superstitious he was made aware of the fearsome numbers when his nine-year-old pointed it out to him the day before.

Members of the Wellesley High School Marching Band made their way along Washington Street. This year marked Wellesley's 43rd annual Veterans' Day parade.

The Wellesley Veterans' Parade made its way through town May 22nd in what was the 43rd such event. Hundreds lined Washington Street and congregated in

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“I just said, ‘Well, it has to be as bad for Norwood as it is for us,’” Batty said.

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first pushed for and introduced recycling in town were honored as the parade's Grand Marshalls: Martha Stone, Mary Ann Cluggish, Everett R. Kennedy, Maurice “Pat” Berdan (In Memoriam), Gordon Martin, Frank R. Hays, and Joan M. “Joany” Sasso.

Among the other floats and marchers were a number of Veterans' organizations, the Wellesley High School Marching Band, and floats and signs designed by students at the town's elementary schools.

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Selecting Colors And Finishes: No Wrongs, Just Right!

Doug Masters, owner of Masters Touch

In New England they say if you don’t like the weather, wait 15 minutes. Well, if you don’t like your interior, wait a decade or two and your décor will be all the rage!

In the 1970s it was stain. It seems that almost every home built during the Carter Administration had nothing but darkly stained wood trim.

Everywhere! And don’t even get me going about “paneling.”

In the 1980s it was wallpaper.

My first job was at a paint and dec-

orating store, and part of my daily routine was to organize the wallpaper books – almost one thousand of them. This was before the internet or the big box stores, when local Mom and Pop Shops still reigned supreme. Every Saturday dozens of families would come in and we’d sell hundreds of rolls of wallpaper. We sold more wallpaper paste than paint some days!

In the 1990s it was the faux finish and decorative painting boom.

Everybody was painting their old stained woodwork, stripping the wallpaper, and hiring local artists to apply the latest and greatest finishes to their walls. This is when everybody got to know the terms combing, crackle, glazing, ragging, marbleizing, wood graining, and of course trompe l’oei.

So what are the trends from the last ten years and what is the hot look for today? Anything and everything! There are so many amazing products and finishes on the market today that choosing the

perfect color and style for your home can be a bit overwhelming.

The first rule of thumb: Have fun!

Don’t get stressed out by the process of selecting colors and finishes for your home. These are not life and death decisions. Over the years I’ve seen many people fret for hours, days, or even weeks over which off white they should paint their walls. Selecting wallpaper can be even more daunting. Approach the process with an open mind and keep it in perspective. All around the world people are struggling to survive. If your biggest dilemma is home improvement, well, you’ve got it good so relax and enjoy the process.

As for the current hot look, there’s really no right or wrong answer. A quick internet search of the top designers and paint manufactures will give you a wide variety of opinions and answers to the question, “What colors are popular this year?” While this makes sense for the fashion industry, most peo-

ple don’t change their wall colors every year. A more appropriate question would be, “What colors and finishes will I enjoy in my home for the next few years, or longer?”

Today’s homeowners can choose from a variety of finishes and looks.

Don’t hesitate to incorporate a mixture of textures and finishes including paint, wallpaper, faux finishes, and tactile surfaces such as textured paint or even beadboard. Myriad colors and finishes throughout your home, and even within one area, can help create a lush and alluring living space that you will enjoy for years.

It is amazing how many New Englander’s are afraid to take a chance with color. They hem and haw for hours with a color wheel and then pick beige. (31 flavors, but I’ll take vanilla!) Always the safe bet, but not much fun. My Dad has had the same color on all his walls and trim for 40 years. Boring! But I’ve come to understand that many

Custom Picture Framing… Is it Worth it??

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Custom picture framing can be expensive, but is it worth it? Most people ask that question of themselves before deciding whether to have something framed. The short answer is that if you truly love the piece that you are framing then it is definitely worth framing and worth doing it correctly.

In the case of art or photographs on paper, proper framing keeps the piece safe from acid. Without the frame, acid can turn a piece yellow over time. The glass used in correct framing is ultraviolet (UV) protective and will keep the piece you are framing from fading. If you have ever re-framed a piece of artwork that was originally created 20-25 years ago or before, you can see the kind of damage that acid and regular glass can do to a fine piece of art, because in those days there were no acid-free materials or UV protective glass.

In terms of framing canvas, the right choice can make a statement in itself and enhance the artwork, but the key is to enhance but not overshadow the piece.

Getting back to the expense of framing, one has to understand the materials and craftsmanship that go into custom framing. For example, most good frame shops do what is called museum quality framing, which means using all acid-free materials, quality wood

frames with hundreds of finishes, and UV protective glass. For the most part, the wood used in frames is not sustainable; therefore, the prices have risen many times over.

Some of the large manufacturers, however, are starting to replant trees, and some are also using bamboo, a sustainable resource, for certain artworks. Metal frames can be used to cut costs but they do have drawbacks, including expansion and contraction, which can crack the glass. Also, there is no way to put a dust cover on the back to keep bugs out of your piece.

If you have made the decision to custom frame, look for a frame shop you feel comfortable in, where there is a person who can help with the design of your piece.

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for free and have years of experience in choosing materials and a design that works best for both the art and the space where the piece will be hung. Be sure to allow at least 2-3 weeks lead time to give the framer plenty of time to do the work and do it correctly.

In the end, choosing to customframe a piece of art can give you many years of pleasure and also protect your piece from light and acid. In the case of art on canvas, a great frame will enhance the piece and make it a focal point of your room. You probably won’t reframe a piece more than once in your lifetime, so if you look at the cost from that perspective, it truly is a bargain!

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Marie225 asks: “I bought an antique print from an auction and the mat is dirty and looks totally yellow and faded. Should I reframe it?”

The answer to that question is very simple. If the original art is in good condition and you love it, it is worth reframing. The mat around the piece can be replaced with acid free material and the glass replaced with UV protective glass.

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people are very resistant to change and afraid to take chances. I’ve probably helped people with paint color selections over 10,000 times, and I’m here to report that when people take a chance on a bold new color they almost always come back to me and tell me how amazing it looks.

The moral of the story: While there are “hot trends” in color and surely certain styles and finishes that come and go, the important thing to remember is there are not hard and fast rules for selecting colors and finishes. Shake things up a little and pick some exciting new colors and finishes. If you are paint person, consider some wallpaper for a room or two. If you are a wallpaper person, strip the walls and paint them an exciting new color.

Most importantly, remember to take some chances and have a little fun. A splash of color here and there might brighten up your day! wall with pride.

Jimmy1 asks: “I inherited a beautiful painting from my family which is about 50 years old. I love the painting but hate the frame because it looks dated and doesn’t fit my home. Can I change it without stepping away from what the artist wanted?”

People change frames all the time on canvas paintings. There are many frames on the market that look more updated and yet will still enhance the original artwork. Definitely go for it! Thanks for your questions and keep them coming! Write to info@azfineartgallery.com.

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So Many Summer Camps, So Little Time Exploration has a wide range of course offerings, allowing kids to learn about everything from blogging to restaurant management.

BY: DEREK MCLEAN With the long, endless, and school-less days of summer rapidly approaching, kids and parents in Wellesley will be looking for activities to keep themselves busy.

Fortunately there is no shortage of summer camps and activities in town.

“I think one of the hallmarks of our program is we really push our students to try new things,” said Housh. “Our programs are not like a regular school where someone sits in front of a class and tells them what to do. They get involved and get their hands dirty.”

The camp offers four 2 to 3 week sessions. More information can found at http://www.explo.org.

Tim Kennedy is the Program Administrator for the Recreation Department and is in charge of all youth programming. He said the Recreation Department will be offering several activities for kids.

“We have three camps that are going to be going on,” he said.

“Camp Joey, which is 5-7 year old kids, Camp Quest which is 8-9 year old kids, and Camp Odyssey, which is 10-13 year old kids.”

The Camps are general recreation camps, consisting of activities such as arts and crafts, outdoor Last year’s Terriers Baseball Camp, which takes place each summer at Bates Elementary. games, trips to the beach at Morses chance to increase their knowledge Wellesley location is available for Pond, and full-camp games. The Duck Boat tours. in different areas this summer. kids in grades 8 and 9, but there are camps also feature field trips The Recreation Department also where the kids do everything from offers several full- or half-day ac- Also parents want their kids to ex- also programs available for younger kids at St. Marks School whitewater rafting to going on tivities including Britt B’s Family perience a fun summer.” in Southborough and for high Parents can find out more about Day, where families can enjoy school students at Yale University. moon bounces, inflatable slides, an the Recreation Department’s sumlocaltownpages “It is an opportunity for students inflatable obstacle course, a dunk mer activities by visiting: Medway & Millis tank, and more. Other activities in- http://www.ci.wellesley.ma.us/pag to come in and engage with stuPublished Monthly clude pottery, fashion, science, and es/wellesleyma_recreation/index. dents from all over the world,” said Mailed FREE to the Christain Housh, Director of Comsports programs for kids of all Another option for kids in Community of Wellesley munications at Explorations. “We ages.

Wellesley is the Exploration Sumhave students from 40 different Circulation: “This gives them a really good mer Camp at Wellesley College. states and over 40 different coun12,000 households chance to try and experience a va- Exploration has been around for tries who come and live on camand businesses riety of classes and programs,” over 30 years and is a non-profit pus.”

Exploration’s said Kennedy. “It gives them a organization.

Celebrating their 20th year anniversary in Wellesley is Terriers Baseball Camp. Under the direction of Joe Roberts, Terriers has taught kids of all levels how to improve their game. Former attendees have gone on to play in Division 1 college baseball and the pros.

Besides baseball, kids at Terriers also partake in other activities such as basketball and dodge ball.

“Over the years, we are proud to have become a summertime favorite of many kids, our interest this year again is strong,” said Roberts. “Registrations are limited, to maximize the enjoyment of all participants.”

The camp offers four week-long sessions throughout the summer at Bates Elementary.

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The Raiders players, though, weren’t fazed by the folklore of black cats and broken mirrors.

Junior attack Peter Crane said it was just another game and day like any other.

“Our goal at the end of this year

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the bench helps the starters “focus on every game … and not down the road.”

The Raiders scored first in Friday’s game off a shot by Crane that remained the game’s lone goal for the entire first quarter.

Norwood quickly took a 2-1 lead with goals less than two minutes apart in the second quarter, but Raiders’ senior captain Charlie Jennings tied it at two before the half.

Junior midfielder Oliver Saffery gave the Raiders a 3-2 lead with a hard underhand shot early into the second half and his team never looked back.

Senior goalie James Sullivan holds the Raider flag that the boys’ lacrosse team brings to every game. After a win over Braintree May 17, the team captured the Herget Division of the Bay State Conference.

is to win the Bay State Conference and go undefeated,” Crane said.

“This is a game we treat like any other. It took us awhile to get it going offensively but after awhile we started taking better shots and putting them in the net.”

Junior goalie Connor Darcey said he hadn’t even thought about Friday the 13th, but the combination of 13s for his team was “pretty sweet.”

Looking ahead to the rest of the season, junior captain Ryan Cassidy credited his entire bench with keeping players levelheaded and focused.

“I think…being on the bench and having a big bench, is really helpful because, not only are the players on the field getting it done, but players on the bench are helping you,” Cassidy said, adding that

Jennings went on to net four goals while both Crane and Saffery each totaled two for the game.

Senior captain Sam Lawrence and freshman midfielder John Caraviello each scored once.

“I feel good going into games with these guys,” Batty said.

“They know how to lock down defensively, so when we don’t have our feet under us, they hold us in a

Peter Crane, Connor Darcey, and Ryan Cassidy following the Raiders win over Norwood.

place where we can be. I think the defense did it again. I think Connor did it again in the cage and the poles in front of him did it. It took awhile. That’s a scrappy team in Norwood. And they’re good.”

Raider pride runs deep enough though to overcome almost anything, and to prove that point the

team makes sure that their team flag is at every game and every practice. The red fabric emblazoned with a Raider and a lacrosse stick through his mouth can be seen from the sidelines during games.

According to Batty, senior goalie James Sullivan took it upon himself to ensure that no Raider forgets team pride.

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“Early in the year guys were carrying [the flag], dragging it on the ground,” Batty said. “Sully said, ‘This isn’t a piece of garbage.’ He showed up the next day with a copper sleeve and a mount and pounded it into the ground. This kid is all about Raider pride; that’s what it is.”

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Sullivan said his dad owns a hardware store so it was easy enough to get the proper tools to make a metal sleeve so the Raider flag never grazes the grass in a game or practice.

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He recalled one moment in particular, back at the Coaches Cup Tournament in late April, where the flag brought his team together.

“Our first game was Winchester and the Concord Carlisle kids saw us and were kind of laughing about it, saying, ‘This kid carries a flag…[he] doesn’t do much for the team’ and whatnot. We played [Concord Carlisle] for the championship and when we came out, I carried it real high. We had it at every huddle. We beat one of the teams that was supposedly the best. They weren’t laughing anymore. Our team was pretty happy about that.”

Following their win against Norwood, the Raiders improved to 140 with a 13-2 win over Braintree, a victory that won them the Herget Division of the Bay State Conference.

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A Kitchen Feast BY: DAVE HALPERIN The Tour drew more than 550 people to six houses, including the Royalston Road house pictured in the background above. Event cochair Kati Bannish later spoke about what may have been the most successful Tour event in its 12-year history, thanks to good weather, a high turnout boosted by the first year of online ticket sales, and happy attendees.

“The houses were close enough together that people felt like they could see all the houses in a manageable amount of time,” Bannish said. “And it was such a great day – happy energy and happy people.

All the houses were packed all day long, and there was no break in the action.”

Several people visiting the Royalston Road house said they were excited by the kitchen remodeling ideas they had seen, and many mother-daughter pairs said going on the Tour was a Mothers’ Day gift from one to the other.

The Tour and other WJWC

events benefit local and Metrowest charities including the Wellesley Food Pantry, Charles River ARC, the Wellesley PTOs, and several others.

Along with co-chairs Bannish and Tricia Thames, the Tour committee included Jennifer Barlage, Susan Bevilacqua, Julie Beyer, June Biner, Marie Carroll, Jennifer Irwin, Susan Tomasino, and Christine Velyvis. Barbara Gordon and Beth Sullivan-Woods of the WHJWC’s marketing team also contributed.

Maryellen Behrend (left) and Ingrid Houghton (center) of the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) greeted Sheila Evans of Belmont during the club’s Wellesley Kitchen Tour 2011 event on May 14.

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Our Town & Around

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Who: Royal Sorell, “Balloon-gineer” for Parties Over Boston

Who: Paula Miranda (left) and Ashley Watts

Where spotted: The May Day for Kids event at Linden Square’s new Courtyard, May 14.

What are they up to?

Playing characters in a theatrical performance of Toy Story.

Who: Jack Johnson and William Secor

Where spotted: At Kelly Field, taking some extra grounders after the Mariners game against the Marlins.

What’s the best thing about Little League?

William: The kids pitching and the Pancake Breakfast.

Jack: Having fun, and it’s good experience for younger players.

Where spotted: Linden Square’s May Day for Kids event

What do you like about your work?

I get to put a lot of smiles on people’s faces. And it’s an opportunity for kids to do role playing, like when I make a mask out of balloons that helps a kid turn into a dragon.

Who: Zahgros Tanner of Westborough

Where spotted: The playground at Warren Park, with his father, Kirk.

What brings you to Wellesley?

Kirk: We came here after dropping a friend at the Riverside MBTA station. This is on the way back home to Westborough.

When and where is the Pancake Breakfast?

At the Wellesley Middle School on Saturday, May 21, at the Wellesley Middle School.

Who: Left to right: Tricia Donato, Marggy Gabriel, Myrna Zakarian, and Susan Shalita

Who: Ron Colleton, Recreation Department custodian.

Where spotted?

Mowing the grass and hauling debris in Warren Park.

How’s it going?

I’m just doing a little ground work.

And it’s a good day because I didn’t realize it was going to be this nice out.

Where spotted: Who:

At the Royalston Road stop on the Wellesley Kitchen Tour 2011.

Sari Hart and Declan Vento

What brings you out today?

Where spotted:

Tricia: It’s a Mothers’ Day treat. We’ve been coming every year for about six years.

The playground at Warren Park.

What are they up to?

Eating SpongeBob Square Pants popsicles.

Marggy: And also to get ideas.

Myrna: It’s my birthday treat to Susan. I thought it would be a fun way to get ideas.

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Protecting Against Summer’s Hazards

BY DAVE HALPERIN The arrival of summer means an increase in outdoor activities ranging from swimming to hiking to weekend traveling, but it also means an increase in certain health hazards, including diseases spread by mosquitoes and ticks, as well as the effects of over exposure to the sun.

“We have an array of summer hazards, just like we have winter hazards, but with the summer hazards there’s probably a little more of them,” says Wellesley Health Director Mary Suresh. “We have quite an array of mosquito and tick-borne illnesses, and the dangers of extreme heat, and of course sun exposure.”

Suresh says that in terms of mosquito-borne illnesses, West Nile virus – which causes encephalitis and flu-like symptoms – is most applicable to the Wellesley area, though Massachusetts has seen low incidences of it over the years.

For example, according to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2010 there were just six reported cases of West Nile Virus in all of Massachusetts. Still, the disease

can be fatal, and to reduce the risk of contracting it, experts recommend DEET-containing mosquito repellents.

The best weapon in the fight against mosquitos, however, may be working together as a community.

“In people’s own yards they can keep standing water from happening by keeping water out of old tires and bird baths, and even gutters, so they don't retain water after a rain storm,” Suresh said.

Town employees are doing their part to keep mosquitoes at bay. In a partnership with the Health Department, the Department of Public Works is placing larvicide pellets in catch basins around town, as well as in other places where they notice standing water.

Larvicides contain a bacteria that, when eaten by mosquito larvae, prevents them from developing into adult mosquitoes.

In addition, the town’s Environmental Health Specialist Lenny Izzo monitors the town’s mos-

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quito population via strategically placed devices. The process allows him to detect certain types of mosquitoes that could be carriers of the disease.

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More and more awareness also surrounds the issue of sun safety and the prevention of skin cancer.

The Health Department recommends using sunscreens, wearing hats, and avoiding being in the sun during the middle of the day. According to Suresh, it’s not just sunburns that cause damage to skin.

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Amidst another stellar season for the girls’ tennis team, and before a match with Norwood, tri-captain Evelyn Garrity discussed the program’s long term success.

Garrity said the Raiders are focused on one game at a time.

“As nice as it looks, a sun tan still means that your skin has some kind of damage,” she said.

While the debate over how high a sunscreen’s SPF rating should be continues on a yearly basis.

Suresh says this debate tends to miss the point.

“It's really more about applying and reapplying sunscreen,” she says, adding that “people should take care to follow the directions on the label and not forget the back of your neck, the tops of your ears, the top of head for those who are bald, and the back of legs.

Sometimes we can be very hasty when we put it on and not get thorough coverage.”

“Before this year we hadn’t lost in two years,” she said of the Raider’s regular season play.

“We’ve always been really lucky to have a deep team.

Every year we’ll graduate a few players but we bring new ones up and get them lots of time on varsity.”

“We always come into every match determined to win it,” Garrity said. “And we expect to win it because it’s a good attitude to have.”

Coach Alan Brazier attributes the Raiders success to depth, effort, and some intangibles.

“All the players work hard on their games year-round, so by the time the spring season rolls around I have many players who are prepared to play at the varsity level,” he said via e-mail. “The team is exceptionally close as well, so they players perform well since they are having fun and don’t want to let down their team-

Last year Wellesley went all the way to the EMass finals of the MIAA tourney. At midseason this year, the team was off to another great start, amassing an 11-1 record, their only loss coming at the hands of archrival Needham, with whom their rematch was mates.”

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Leading the Raiders statistically are tri-captains Abby Henry (5-3), Katie Cecere (6-1), and Garrity (64). The first doubles teams of Madison Gordon and Amanda Visvis and Claire Lynch and Katherine Kyrios are both undefeated. (All records as of May 15.)

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Saying Goodbye: A Celebration of Wellesley High School

BY DAVE HALPERIN How does a town commemorate a building that tens of thousands of students, teachers, staff, and administration called home over the course of its nearly 75-year history?

it, and what its intent is, is to plan a series of events to bring people together,” Babson said. “It’s an opportunity to recognize the extraordinary commitment that the town made to support the high school and education in general. In our

of 60 Minutes, Aneesh Raman of CNN, and author Richard Preston.

On Thursday, November 24th at 10 a.m., the traditional Thanksgiving Day football game against Needham will take on special significance as former athletes,

dance for alumni.

But Saturday is where the real action is. During the day an Open House at the school will feature archival displays of years gone by; a booth where visitors can record memories; special rooms for spe-

How does it honor the lessons learned and taught – lessons both academic and social? How does it express its emotions for the many spaces inside, the various departments, the influential people who passed through it and for the tough times, the happy times, and the sad times… for the simple sweat equity of 365 days a year since 1938?

All in all, “Turn Out the Lights” promises to provide an opportunity to look back at three quarters of a century of a unique public educational institution in a uniquely educationally-oriented community.

How does the town of Wellesley celebrate the Gamaliel Bradford Senior High School, flagship of a nationally–renowned public education system, before it is torn down in 2012?

As current WHS English teacher, member of the Class of 1997, and “Turn Out the Lights” committee member, Adam Cluff said, “the opportunity to reflect this deeply doesn’t come along often.”

It may be that there is no perfect answer to that question, but former teacher Jeanie Goddard, a member of the English Department for 40 years, decided that something had to be done.

“For me, it’s the memories. The walls have stories… and we want to celebrate that history,” she said.

“I’m heartbroken it’s being torn down and I just had to do this for Wellesley High School.”

After attending Newton-North High School’s celebration in honor of its own building in 2010, Goddard contacted Selectman Katherine Babson, an alumnus of the school, to look for assistance and to begin hashing out a plan. Soon, a committee was formed and the upcoming celebration was named: “Turn Out the Lights,” a name Goddard borrowed from the late football broadcaster Don Meredith, who used the words as his Monday Night Football sign-off.

“Really what’s wonderful about

That evening a Theatre, Dance, and Musical Gala is planned for the auditorium. According to Goddard, the event will “close out the week and provide the final farewell to the high school.” The committee has recruited former and current performing arts students to “sing, dance, act, do stand-up comedy, and more.” Internationally acclaimed soprano and WHS alumnus Joanna Mongiardo has signed on to perform on stage with several other talented former students.

An undated photo of the Gamaliel Bradford Senior High School, provided by the Wellesley Historical Society.

The building was erected in 1938 and will be torn down in 2012.

town, with three colleges and a prep school, it’s an important part of our identity.”

While much of the celebration’s details are still being worked out, the events will take place over the course of Thanksgiving week, 2011 before the building is razed in February, 2012.

coaches, cheerleaders, twirlers, and band members are invited to attend and be involved in a halftime ceremony.

Friday evening will see two dances at the high school – a square dance for elementary school students and their parents and the “Music from the Decades”

cific class and organization reunions; musical groups featuring current students; sales of t-shirts, DVDs, and more; food and refreshments; and “The Great WHS Yard Sale” of lockers, uniforms, banners, and anything else the committee can find (donations accepted).

“I think it’s an opportunity that’s once in a lifetime. It’s a chance for a community to pause and reflect … on how many wonderful people have taught there and attended school there, met and started families from there, and stayed in town, or gone on to do wonderful things but still look back on Wellesley High School.”

In short, those who’ve called it home can’t keep the building alive, but they can hold onto the memories.

“I love the building,” Cluff said.

“I’m going to miss it. There’s just a familiarity with it that I think nothing can replace. And it just has a lot of memories for me.”

Tuesday, November 22nd will feature daytime seminars by former students such as Nick Burns of Harvard University’s JFK School of Government, Jeff Fager

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Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club publishes its 43rd Edition of the Wellesley Phone Book The 43rd edition of the Wellesley Phone Book will be delivered to over 14,000 homes and businesses free of charge in the next few weeks.

Whether you have lived in the town of Wellesley for a few months or several years the WHJWC phone book continues to be a great resource for residents. The phone book provides up-to-date town specific information including town contacts, library information, public school calendars, park and trail guides and MBTA schedules. In addition, it serves as an excellent advertising tool for local businesses.

Femina Ali, D.M.D., Owner of Wellesley Dental Group, told us that “advertising in this phonebook is a win-win situation. Not only do we gain increased exposure, we also get the benefit of helping the community that helps us."

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The Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) is responsible for publishing annual editions of the Phone Book. It is the organizations largest fundraiser and proceeds from the Wellesley Phone Book go toward college scholarships for Wellesley stuand fill dents immediate, specific needs of local charitable organizations providing much needed services to women, children and the elderly living in the MetroWest area.

Each year, the Phone Book features a cover designed by a local artist.

This year’s cover will feature the work of local photographer, Tara Rioux.

Tara, along with her husband Daniel and their three children are newcomers to Wellesley, having lived here just under two years.

After leaving a career as a human resource professional to be home full time, Tara stays active by volunteering in her children’s school as well as taking time to pursue her love of photography. The Club is launching a contest for next year’s cover and interested parties should contact the website below for more information.

The Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) is a volunteer organization of more than 80 women who give of their time through hands-on service and fundraising efforts. WHJWC’s annual fundraisers include Wellesley Marketplace, Luminary Night, Wellesley Phonebook, and Kitchen Tour. WHJWC is a 503 (c) 3 organization and contributes approximately $200,000 in Donations and Scholarships to the Wellesley area community annually. Please visit www.whjwc.org for more information. Any local businesses interested in advertising in the 2012-2013 should contact the WHJWC phone book chairs via email at wellesleyphonebook@hotmail.com.

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Camp for Everyone

Wellesley Service League, the Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club and the Wellesley Hills Congressional Church.

Wellesley program offers aid for summer camp

BY RENEE REYNOLDS While Wellesley has a reputation as an affluent community, there are several residents in the community who still need assistance. That’s where the Wellesley Friendly Aid Association comes in.

The Wellesley Friendly Aid Association, founded in 1899, continues to help residents at or near poverty levels through a number of programs. Currently, the association is reviewing applications to help send children to summer camp who would not otherwise have the opportunity due to financial issues.

The organization began its camp initiative in 1942. Each year, parents of children from low income homes submit applications to the organization to send their children to camp. The deadline to submit these applications is in April.

Karen Mondell, Program Director at Wellesley Friendly Aid Association, said the applications are then reviewed by a committee.

“Many of the same families apply for assistance each year,” said Mondell. “The majority of the applications we receive are approved.”

Families apply for specific

Wellesley Gets in Shape

BY DAVE HALPERIN

sometimes takes a back seat.”

After a grueling winter and a rainy spring it may be time to start eating well again, begin a new exercise routine, and reconnect with a mind-body practice. With that in mind, Wellesley Town News spoke with resident experts and business owners about staying or getting in shape and eating healthy during the summer months.

To avoid too much heavy eating, Lalor suggested people try to eat healthy during the week and then let loose a little bit on the weekend if they want to.

“I think it’s a great time of year to do more things, because the weather’s so great,” said Jennifer Harvey of Laughing Dog Yoga.

“In terms of yoga and Ayurvedic philosophy, it’s just a good time to take care of yourself. You can start something new because you might have less work and the days are longer.”

Leanne Lalor of TeamMates Fitness agreed that summer can be a time for new activities, and that the best way to ensure summer fitness is to have a routine.

“We try to encourage people who are travelling to get up in the morning for a walk outside, maybe along the ocean, or a jog,” she said.

“And if they’re somewhere abroad, you can see some great sights in the early morning hours before it gets busy.”

But Lalor cautioned that people often pick up bad habits during the summer: “During the year they work really hard on getting in shape and then, with travelling a little bit and being more social with backyard barbecues and things like that, diet and exercise

“If you can eat a healthy breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the week, then you can treat yourself on the weekend,” she said. “But if you treat yourself every day throughout the summer, people come back after the summer very disappointed in themselves.”

Registered Dietician and yoga teacher Diana Cullum-Dugan has suggestions for how Wellesley residents can eat healthy during the summer.

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camps they would prefer their children to attend. Some camps are private, said Mondell, and others are programs of the Recreation Department. Another option for Wellesley residents is a camp called WINGS, which Mondell says has an educational focus, thereby enriching children’s academic experience throughout the summer season.

The program is funded in a number of ways. Mondell says contributions come to the organization through donations by individuals, as well as through outside fundraisers. Among the organizations that hold fundraisers are the “I’m a big proponent of eating seasonally,” she said. “Farmers markets are great to go to because it’s the time of year that people start thinking about eating locally.”

“Eating locally, she said, means eating fresh fruits and vegetables at their greatest nutritional value, in contrast to produce shipped from far away that might have been picked before it ripened. Still, frozen fruits and vegetables are another good option,” CullumDugan said, “because they were allowed to ripen before they were picked.”

Cullum-Dugan also suggests eating lighter fare because such foods can bring down body temperatures during the summer heat, and they allow people to stay active without getting bogged down by heavy foods.

Laurie Slifka, vice president of the board and chair of the camp committee, said there are many benefits to children attending camp.

“Camp is a great and enriching experience for kids in the summertime to do things they might not have the time or opportunity to do otherwise,” said Slifka. “For some kids, it is both recreational and a way to maintain their education.”

Slifka explained that the applications are processed and decisions are made on the basis of financial need. She did echo, though, MonFor young people, she recommends parents emphasize routines.

“Let them be active, but just keep a routine. Don’t go hours without food. Take a bag of nuts and string cheese, and fruits that don’t bruise.

Kids like individual things,” she said, adding that another way to get kids involved in healthy eating is starting a garden at home.

dell’s claim that the majority of applications are accepted.

Ultimately, Slifka explained, the majority of people who apply for camp funding also receive assistance from the organization’s other programs. These programs include emergency financial assistance, holiday vouchers during Thanksgiving, and the Friendship Circle.

The camp program, though, is one that is particularly important to Slifka and to the community.

“We are thrilled to be able to do it and are thrilled with the community’s support,” Slifka said.

“We really appreciate the people that donate in order to enrich the children’s experience.”

But whether one is tending to a garden, travelling to the beach, or simply getting through another day at work, Harvey hopes people take time to relax: “If someone has ten minutes a day, just to have that to focus on themselves, even just to lay down and focus on your breath. Anything to calm your mind and get back in your body is wonderful.”

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WHS Students Push for Better Recycling

BY RENEE REYNOLDS Three Wellesley High School students have started an online petition to improve recycling in Wellesley Public Schools.

Wellesley High seniors Sam Boland, Jackie Zhou and Paul Buser started the petition, which pushes for a shift from single stream to dual stream recycling.

Single stream recycling means all recyclables are thrown into one dumpster, said Boland, whereas dual stream recycling separates paper and cardboard from other recyclables.

cycling and Disposal Facility (RDF), a facility that people literally come from all over the world to tour because it is so advanced,� said Boland.

According to Boland, the town profits from recyclables at the RDF, and the money goes back

Berdell could not be reached for comment.

However, Boland, Buser and Zhou have scheduled a meeting for June 2 with Wellesley Schools Superintendent Bella Wong, during which time Boland says they plan to discuss their “bulletproof� argument for dual steam recycling.

Boland says there are several advantages to dual stream recycling. “Single stream recycling is better than nothing, as recycling is still being done,� he said. “However, it also decreases the quality of the recyclables, because when they are thrown together they often get spoiled and unusable.�

Another issue brought up in the petition is the fact that the Wellesley Public Schools are paying a private company, according to Boland, to truck the recyclables away to another town. “This doesn’t really make sense considering Wellesley has the Re-

“[Berdell’s] main argument against the proposal, from what we have heard because she is unable to be reached for discussion, is that there are space restrictions at the school,� said Boland. “However, the [Department of Public Works] said that it can and will provide the storage necessary, as well as the trucking necessary, to make dual stream work.�

Left to Right: Sam Boland, Jackie Zhou, and Paul Buser

into the town’s general fund. He also stated that 85 percent of the town’s general fund goes back into funding for schools. Therefore, he explained, the schools would ultimately be funding themselves if it were partaking in this initiative.

Boland stated that Ruth Quinn Berdell, school business administrator of Wellesley Public Schools, is the ultimate decision maker on this matter.

“I consider recycling a moral and ethical obligation,� said Boland. “Nothing should ever be wasted when it can be avoided, and right now the schools are throwing money down the drain, polluting the environment and not educating students about the importance of recycling.�

The online petition, which can be found at www.change.org, had more than 300 signatures at the time of publication.

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Chelsea Handler Brings The Funny To Wellesley

BY RENEE REYNOLDS It’s not every day hundreds of people flood the streets, eager to read a book of lies. It’s also not every day that one of the biggest comics in the world comes to Wellesley.

On May 10, the talk-show hostturned-writer kicked off her book and comedy tour in Boston, stopping at the Wellesley Booksmith to sign copies of her new book, “Lies That Chelsea Handler Told Me.�

Fans of the star lined up and down Central Street waiting to get their copy signed by Handler, who arrived shortly after 5 p.m., and stayed at the bookstore for about an hour before leaving for her show at the Agganis Arena.

The book is the fourth by the comedienne and features chapters by friends and family members, who write about ways in which the star has humiliated them in the past.

This title is the first of three books she will be releasing for Hachette’s Grand Central Publishing.

Handler’s previous works include “Are You There, Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea;� “My Horizontal Life;� and “Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang.�

The appearance was part of a promotion for her 20 city stand-up comedy tour. The tour features regular guests from her popular show, “Chelsea Lately,� including Brad Wollack, Josh Wolf and Heather McDonald.

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Bright Lights: Wellesley-ites You Should Know Wellesley Veterans

BY JE’LESIA M. JONES On Saturday, May 21, Wellesley Veterans, along with family, friends, and the congregation of Saint Paul Church, gathered to honor Wellesley Veterans in the Veterans’ Ecumenical Memorial Mass. The Memorial Mass, begun by members of the Wellesley Veterans’ Council about fifteen years ago, was moved to Saint Paul after the service's original home, St. James Church, was closed. The commemorative Mass, celebrated by the Rev. Richard Fitzgerald, Pastor of Saint Paul, honored living Veterans as well as those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.

Leading the procession into the church, along with the Pastor, Eucharistic Ministers, Lector and altar servers, was Color Guard John Saunders, President of the Wellesley Veteran’s Council, who placed the American flag next to the altar. The eight Veterans in the processional, who took seats of honor at the front of the church, saluted the flag. All branches of the military were represented: the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines.

“St. Paul Church is honored to host the Veterans on this weekend each year as we remember all those who served our country in the Armed Forces,” said Rev. Fitzgerald, “and particularly those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.”

At the conclusion of the Mass, Saunders, in military service during the Korean conflict, read the names of Wellesley Veterans who have given their lives in service for the country since the Revolutionary War. The record reflects: One in the Revolutionary War; 12 in the Civil War; one in the Spanish American War; six in World War I; 56 in World War II; one in the Korean War; four in Vietnam, and eight who died while “in military service, not in combat,” Saunders said. The names of the five Wellesley residents who were killed in the September 11, 2001 attack were also read.

“Each year, the names of Wellesley Veterans who died in battle – from the founding of our country to the present – are read in solemn remembrance,” Fr. Fitzgerald said.

“It is particularly touching to know that many of the individuals were members of Saint Paul Parish whose families, for several generations, have and still worship at the church.”

“We can’t forget this. So, what I do is a very simple service,” Saunders said. “I read the names … I’m very pro Veteran. What these Veterans went through, a lot of young people have no idea what you’re talking about when you talk about service to your country,” he said.

“I am not a combat Veteran,” said Robert H. Murphy, a retired Air Force Reserve colonel and representative at the Mass, “but proudly salute those that are combat Veterans and appreciate the general recognition that the citizens of Wellesley and the members of this parish have for Veterans, particularly those that have been wounded and made the ultimate sacrifice,” he said.

The appreciation and esteem for the servicemen was not in question among the family and parishioners gathered, as many congregants thanked the Veterans for their service following the Mass; nor is the importance of honoring both living and fallen military servicemen and servicewomen lost on Wellesley. The Veterans’ Ecumenical Memorial Mass is incorporated with the Wellesley Wonderful Weekend and the 43rd Annual Wellesley Veteran’s Parade.

“I honestly think that we would not have a country if there were no Veterans to protect our country,” said Tory DeFazio, a Navy Veteran who participated in the Memorial Mass. “We have a long history of protecting these freedoms,” he said.

According to Saunders, there are several tributes to Veterans in Wellesley, “like Kelly Field, next to the Bates School, that honors

two brothers, one killed in Normandy and the other in the Pacific.”

Also represented at the Memorial Mass was Stanley W. Spears, Jr., former Marine, who is Director of the West Suburban Veterans’ Services District.

“The Veteran’s office for the town is very instrumental,” Saunders said. “At one time there were three Veterans’ posts in Wellesley, the DAV, representing the Disabled American Veterans and the VFW, the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Those are Veterans who left the United States for a foreign post. We also have two women Veterans who belong to the American Legion,” Saunders, also a member of the American Legion, added proudly.

There are numerous stone markers and plaques around the town of Wellesley commemorating Veterans who have fought and died for the freedoms and safeguards of the country. These tributes include: a marker to the Revolutionary War at Wellesley College; a stone marker honoring Amos Mills, the Revolutionary War, on Weston Road; a stone plaque honoring six causalities from World War I on Washington Street, (near the tennis courts); a bronze plaque in the Great Hall of Wellesley Town Hall, honoring servicemen from World War I; a plaque in honor of Dana Stanley Frost, the Vietnam War, off Beechwood Road; and the war memorial on the outside wall of Town Hall listing the names of those who served.

“Among those names are the Skahill bothers,” Saunders said, “and the Westhaver’s, a father, and two sons who were coming home from the pacific, and killed in service.”

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The Committee has also chosen an adult book: "Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life" by Barbara Kingsolver, Steven Hopp and Camille Kingsolver. This book chronicles a year in the life of Barbara Kingsolver’s family during which they procured as much of their food as possible from their own backyard and from neighboring farms. The book examines the economic, social and health benefits of a locally sourced family diet.

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The October-November program will feature a wide variety of events including author visits with Smith Milway, book discussion groups, a film series, panel discussions, a Harvest Dinner, volunteer opportunities and an ongoing blog capturing our collective insights as well as local resources and events.

The Wellesley Free Library is working closely with its supporting organizations - the WFL Foundation, the Centennial Fund and the Friends of the WFL - to make this an interesting and fun community activity.

Local residents, businesses and community groups are encouraged to get involved and share ideas.

The Wellesley Reads Together Committee is comprised of Pam Stirrat (Chair), Janice Coduri (Director of WFL), Ann Howley (WFL Trustee), Janet Pattillo, Mary Whalen, Linda Kondo Chapman and Lisa Leslie Henderson.

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It's No Contest - Every Dog a Winner

BY DAVE HALPERIN It was no Dog Day Afternoon for dozens of locals on a recent Saturday, when residents and their "best friends" gathered at Warren Park for Wellesley's Dog Contest, part of Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend.

In fact, what may have been the sunniest two hours amidst two weeks of clouds and rain gave the Health Department, which organized and sponsored the event, just what it hoped for: an opportunity to promote regular exercise with or without dogs.

"It was a great success... A glorious day for outdoor activity and an opportunity for networking and meeting new people," said Cheryl Lefman of the Health Department.

Contestants were divided into two divisions, the Big Dog Division and the Little Dog Division, before circling up for a number of events, including walking, sitting, lying down, and wagging tails.

A couple of tough competitors, two Burmese Mountain Dogs named Max (left) and Luke (right), getting ready to face off at the Dog Contest, while their human friends look on.

It was indeed a day of fun, but about their 2-year-old dog Minnie's Likewise, Jim Dario and his many dogs and humans came to chances: "We came to show off our daughter, Kate, felt pretty good win. beautiful dog... And I think we've about their almost year and a half Alex Zinny, there with his daugh- got a lock on it," he said with a old Burmese Mountain Dog, Max. ters, Ariana and Mia, was confident smile.

"He has size," Jim Dario said, "but that's about all he's got going for him."

In the Small Dog Division the winners included: Winnie - lowest to the ground; Minnie - bestgroomed; Claude - best walking; Louis - best smile and most outgoing; Chloe - best sitting; Riley fastest; and Teddie - best lying down.

In the Big Dog Division, among the winners were: Bradie - best lap dog; Ellie - best lying down; Hudson - best-groomed and cutest ears; Luke - happiest; Kennedy - tallest; Max - shaggiest; Megan - waggiest; and Fleuri - shiniest coat.

In the end, every dog and dog owner went home happy after a day in the sun. As Lefman told the crowd, "If you haven't already guessed - we're all winners today."

"He's a really friendly dog, but he's afraid of most dogs," added Kate.

Meanwhile, Catie Barrie and her daughter, Caroline, were enjoying the beautiful weather with their dog Brady.

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Page 16 JUMpinG THe BrOOM (pG13) - Starring Angela Bassett, Paula Patton, Laz Alonso, Loretta Devine, Meagan Good, Tasha Smith, Julie Bowen, DeRay Davis, Valarie Pettiford, Mike Epps, Romeo, Tenika Davis, and T.D. Jakes. Jason (Alonso) is a successful investment banker from humble roots. His protective mother (Devine) is a Brooklyn postal worker and his smart-ass cousins (Epps and Davis) kid him about his minority position in a "white man's" world. All of that is about to change -- or actually, get a whole lot more heated -- when he announces that he intends to marry the beautiful, and wealthy, Sabrina (Patton). Her family lives on Martha's Vineyard, puts on airs, speaks French, and claims a different "slave" ancestry from that of the rest of their black brethren. The movie is elegantly photographed. There is something about a wedding that bestows a pleasing view upon a film. How can you go wrong with the beautiful Martha's Vineyard? RATING: B BriDeSMaiDS (r) - Starring Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne, Chris O'Dowd, Maya Rudolph, Ellie Kemper, Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Jon Hamm. As one might surmise from the title, the film is about a wedding.

Lilian (Rudolph) has finally been asked the question by her boyfriend and now the time has arrived to begin planning the festivities. For her Maid of Honor, she chooses her oldest, dearest friend: Annie (Wiig), who's not in a romantic mood at the moment. Her boyfriend has broken up with her, her current bedmate (Hamm) likes the "friends with benefits" relationship, and she can't see a future with the cop (O'Dowd) who is besotted with her. Meanwhile, she has the rest of the bridal party to contend with. Lilian chooses four others: the sainted Helen (Byrne), who can do no wrong; the naïve Becca (Kemper), who is a newlywed; the uncouth and uncensored Megan (McCarthy); and the past-her-prime sexpot Rita (McLendon-Covey). Despite being Maid of Honor, Annie finds that she has a rival when it comes to every nuance of her duties, so the wedding becomes not about Lilian, but about who is her true best friend. This is funny, lewd, crude, and very inappropriate at times. It definitely deserves its R rating. Wiig is funny, but McCarthy is the one who steals almost every scene. She is hilarious and isn't afraid to make fun of herself. RATING: B THOr (pG-13) - Starring Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Anthony Hopkins, Stellan Skarsgard, Kat Dennings, Jaimie Alexander, Ray Stevenson, Joshua Dallas, Tadanobu Asano, Clark Gregg, Colm Feore, Idris Elba, and

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MOVIE REVIEWS Rene Russo. Directed by Kenneth Branagh.

Marvel's Thor (Hemsworth) is the arrogant heir to the monarch-god Odin (Hopkins) and the proverbial big man on campus, which in this case is the floating celestial realm of Asgard. We meet Thor as he's poised to assume the throne from Odin. His brother Loki (Hiddleston) must remain waiting in the wings. When an incident occurs that threatens the long-standing peace between the Asgardians and their ancient foes, the Frost Giants of Jotunheim, Thor takes it upon himself -- bringing Loki and his pals along with him -- to dole out some hammer-throwing justice. Enraged at Thor's defiance, Odin strips his son his mighty hammer Mjolnir, and casts him out of Asgard and down to Midgard (aka Earth) to learn humility, which leaves Loki standing to gain the throne ... once Odin's out of the picture. Landing in the middle of the New Mexico desert, Thor is found by astrophysicist (Portman), her colleague Dr. Selvig (Skarsgard) and her assistant (Dennings). While earthbound, Thor attempts to retrieve Mjolnir from the crater where it landed. The area is now under the control of S.H.I.E.L.D. and its agent (Gregg) on the scene. Alas, Thor is not yet worthy to hold the hammer again. He must change if he's ever going to return to Asgard and stop Loki. I saw this in 3-D and in the IMAX. My senses were on overload -- way too much CGI for my brain.

Again, the movie continues after the credits - so don't be in a rush to leave.

It gives us a little glimpse into the next installment. RATING: BSOMeTHinG BOrrOWeD (pG-13) - Starring Ginnifer Goodwin, Kate Hudson, Colin Egglesfield, John Krasinski, Steve Howey, and Ashley Williams. Rachel (Goodwin) is a talented attorney at a top New York law firm, a generous and loyal friend and, unhappily, still single -- as her engaged best friend Darcy (Hudson) is constantly reminding her. But, after one drink too many at her 30th birthday party, perpetual good girl Rachel unexpectedly ends up in bed with the guy she's had a crush on since law school, Dex (Egglesfield), who just happens to be Darcy's fiancé. When Rachel and Darcy's lifelong friendship collides with true love, it leads to unexpected complications and potentially explosive romantic revelations. Meanwhile, Ethan (Krasinski), who has

been Rachel's constant confidante and sometimes conscience, has been harboring a secret of his own. Hudson is over the top and at times is annoying, Goodwin and Egglesfield have great chemistry and Krasinski is hilarious and saves the movie from being intolerable. Even though the movie didn't end the way I had hoped; I was still entertained. I'm not sure if it matters, but there's a little more of the film that continues after the credits. RATING: BprOM (pG) - Starring Aimee Teegarden, Thomas McDonnell, DeVaughn Nixon, Danielle Campbell, Jere Burns, and Yin Chang. This is Disney's take on the big night. Teegarden plays Nova Prescott, senior class president and head of the prom committee and feels an added pressure to make the event extraordinary.

Everything seems to be on track for an enchanted evening until the shed housing the prom decorations burns to the ground. With her fellow committee members now tied up with other obligations, Prescott is left to pull things together on her own. Fortunately, or not, Principal Dunnan (Burns) comes to her rescue when he coerces Jesse Ritcher (McDonell) into helping her. Living in the shadow of his absentee father, the troubled Jesse is saddled with a lot of baggage. But while he grudgingly puts in his hours with Nova, he begins to appreciate her dedication, even after she gets dumped by her own prom date. Meanwhile, the other students experience various degrees of euphoria and misery leading up to the dance. Just as the film High School Musical - Senior Year gave that graduating class at East High a chance to perform one last melodic extravaganza, while this film brings the students of Brookside High together for a final celebration (minus all the song and dance routines).

RATING: C+ FaST Five (pG-13) - Starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Sung Kang, Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, and Joaquim de Almedia. The summer movie season of 2011 has arrived in much the same manner as many summer movie seasons: with a blaze of action and special effects. This is the fifth installment to the Fast and Furious franchise. The movie opens an undetermined time after the fourth installment. The opening sequence is shorter than the one in its predecessor

as Brian (Walker) and his girlfriend, Mia (Brewster), organize a jailbreak for Dominic (Diesel), who is being taken to prison in a bus. A little fancy driving is all that's necessary to flip the bus and spring the criminal. For their efforts, Brian and Mia get their own "Wanted" posters and have to hide out in Rio while their goal is the $100 million cash stockpile of a drug kingpin (Almedia). To accomplish that theft, the intrepid trio must assemble a team - a dirty dozen of sorts. However, not only are Dominic, Brian, and Mia at war with the Brazilian drug lord, they are being hunted by an elite United States special agent named Hobbs (Johnson), whose methods are charitably referred to as "wrath of God" stuff. Be sure and stay after the credits - a little tease for the next installment... stay tuned. RATING: B aFriCan CaTS (G) - Narrated

by Samuel L. Jackson. The film follows two families of felines in a remote valley in Kenya's 580-square-mile Masai Mara National Reserve. As the seasons change, we see young lions and cheetahs come of age against all odds as their elders struggle to find food and shelter for them. Unfortunately, hunger and extreme conditions aren't the only problems the animals face.

Predators are always on the prowl, from hyenas and crocodiles to dominant males of the same species. The audience is taken on a heartwarming and heartrending journey of about a year in the life of these packs of animals, through love, loss, pain and pleasure. Gorgeously shot in high definition, African Cats is essentially a televised National Geographic segment. It is delightful to behold thanks to breathtaking photography that captures the beauty of the country and a simple story that everyone can enjoy. It's also an entertaining way to make a difference; during the first week of its release, a portion of the proceeds from that week's ticket sales will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to ensure the future of the inhabitants of the African savanna.

RATING: B+ riO (pG) - Starring the talented voices of Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, George Lopez, Tracy Morgan, Leslie Mann, Jemaine Clement, and Rodrigo Santoro. Blu (Eisenberg) is a domesticated blue macaw, a rare breed of bird that hails

June 1, 2011 from the jungles of South America.

Captured just out of the nest and transported to the United States, he has been living a life of bliss with his owner, Linda (Mann). One day, a conservationist named Tulio (Santoro) seeks out Linda with a proposition. He has discovered the last female blue macaw; if Linda will bring Blu to Rio, the birds can mate and re-start the species. Blu's initial encounter with his bride-to-be, Jewel (Hathaway), doesn't go well, but the two aren't given much time to get to know one other before a gang of bird-nappers spirits them away. Now it's up to Blu and Jewel to escape the clutches of the dastardly criminals and, with the help of a few feathered and furred friends, make their way back to Linda and Tulio before they are sold off as prize specimens. Unlike many other animated films, this script doesn’t slip in a lot of adult-oriented jokes. While that’s great for family audiences, some parents may have a harder time engaging in the simple story. Still this visually vibrant production with its sanitized depiction of Brazil’s colorful and celebrated Carnival offers amazing portrayals of the birds and their surroundings. RATING: B TyLer perry'S MaDea'S BiG Happy FaMiLy (pG-13) Starring Tyler Perry, Loretta Devine, Shad 'Bow Wow' Gregory Moss, Cassi Davis, and Isaiah Mustafa.

Written, produced, and directed by Tyler Perry. Madea's family is big and in every film we're introduced to more family members. The relative in distress this time around is her niece Shirley (Devine) — her irritable adult children and their respective spouses and partners are in serious need of straightening out. Also, Shirley wants the family to come together so she can make an important announcement — she is dying of cancer. She calls upon Madea, the only person capable of rounding up everyone and hopefully fixing what’s broken. All of which the no-nonsense Madea needs to dispatch in the space of 106 minutes. Shirley’s family, it turns out, has big problems, and among them are revealed secrets of a past rape, an illegitimate child, marital discord, a child custody battle, and a parolee on the verge of returning to drugs. This is standard Perry material. Nothing and no one ever grows or advances in Madea’s fictional universe; she and they are stuck in a loop, going round and round. His films are formulaic, the plots recycled, and the roles are caricatures instead of genuine characters, but he still manages to make me laugh every time. When comparing this film to his previous ones, this one is not as good or as funny. RATING: C+

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Another Tourney Berth for Raider Baseball Team's Success Rooted in Fundamentals BY: TIM DAVIS

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In a New England spring, when the air is crisp and the weather is damp, it is not always the optimal time to watch baseball outdoors unless the Wellesley High School Raiders are on the field; then the experience, for a baseball purist, is utter bliss.

Still, the team is focused on this year, and the reason for the team’s success can be directly attributed to their master tactician of a manager, Rob Kane, who has carried this team to the state tournament for the fifth year in a row.

The Raiders play a style of baseball that is rooted in the fundamentals of the game. They are aggressive on the base paths, they hit behind runners, they bunt, and

“Something I like to do is work, work, work," said Kane.

do you do this?’”

Kane’s approach is simple. He prepares his kids for situational baseball. They practice six days a see us work on situational baseball. We work on the bunt to third because we screwed that up the other day. We had to practice it with 12 guys, so it’s not just on one guy. That’s the thing about nine inning games, you can’t give away outs, you have to take care of the small things.”

And Kane certainly does that.

they pitch and play defense as well as anybody on the high school level.

They also win, and with a record of 10-5 at press time and another MIAA Tournament berth locked up, this Division 2 team has aspirations of being a powerhouse program in the next few years, as an upcoming group of seventh-ninth graders could help lift the program

week and work on the seemingly minute details and situations that can occur over the course of a nine inning Bay State Conference tilt, where wooden bats are the norm and three-hour contests can quickly wear down a pitching staff.

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You also find Kane watching other coaches at both the high school and college levels to improve his own understanding of the game.

“I go to the parking lot and watch other coaches practice,” said Kane, “I go to college practices, and watch and talk to them on, ‘why

His dedication is undeniable just as his approach and aggressiveness on the base paths are second to none. His team this year is on a pace to steal 100 bases, which is unheard of at the high school level.

“Last year we had close to 100 stolen bases, this year we are own pace for that same number. We will run on anybody, on any count,” added Kane.

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home M A R K E T P L A C E The FHA Loan

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larity. In 2005, governmentbacked FHA loans represented about 2.8% of total loans originated. Today, the number is closer to 30%. Over the past couple of years, as credit standards tightened, FHA loans have become the loan of choice for many homebuyers.

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Traditionally, FHA mortgages were used to assist first-time homebuyers who may not have otherwise qualified for a loan. But FHA loans are no longer just for first-time homebuyers. They are increasingly used by move-up

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