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Rehoboth Selectmen Meeting Shocks Town McBride Resigns, Marciello Is Ousted

By Laura Calverley The board of selectmen started the New and I hope my resignation will increase pubYear off with a very eventful meeting on Janu- lic awareness, dialogue and action by all the ary 3. During that meeting, Selectmen Kevin citizens of this town that they become more McBride shocked the town with his resigna- focused and involved in their government tion, Town Administrator David Marciello because right now my opinion of our governlost his job when the board did not renew ment is that it is dysfunctional and chaotic,” his contract, the board decided not to take McBride said in a statement. McBride is an Iraq war veteran and Naany disciplinary action against Police Chief Stephen Enos for the incident that took place tional Guard Major General with more than last month, Building Inspector Tom Nerney 28 years of service. He said he decided to resigned, and finally, the board took heat resign at this time so that his position could for not yet acting on a recent town meeting be filled in the upcoming April election and decision to expand the board from three would not require a special election. He was elected to the board of selectmembers to five members. Selectman McBride said he was resign- men in 2009. Also at Monday’s meeting, the board ing due to “significant philosophical differences and because his participation on the declined to renew Town Administrator David board to serve the residents “has become Marciello’s contract. McBride motioned for a one-year extension, but neither Foley nor ineffective.” “I would like to extend my sincere Leffort seconded. Marciello was working under a monthgratitude and publicly thank all those citizens who diligently supported me for the last two to-month guaranteed contract until January years. This decision was not made easily 5 of this year. ...continued on page 4

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Third Time’s the Charm for Steven Howitt

by Laura Calverley Republican Steven Howitt, the new state representative for our area, is a third generation Seekonk resident and local business owner who is looking forward to working for the people of the district in the state legislature. Howitt beat Steve D’Amico, the two-term Democratic incumbent, after a hard-fought campaign. It was Howitt’s third run for the seat, which represents Seekonk, Rehoboth, Precinct 1 in Norton and four precincts in Swansea. Howitt says that many people encouraged him to run again and his platform struck a chord with voters and helped him win the election. “Everyone wanted to see a change,” Howitt said. ...continued on page 8

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Town of Seekonk News Notes Seekonk Mourns High School Student

The town is mourning the loss of a popular high school senior, Jacob “Jake’ Mayo, 18, who was killed on December 1 in a hit-and-run accident on Interstate 195. Mayo was a senior at Seekonk High School who excelled in academics and sports. Mayo was a left-handed pitcher on the school baseball team and played guard on the basketball team. He also played on the football team. Mayo, who made high honors the first quarter at Seekonk High, was also the recipient of an Abigail Adams Scholarship, which provides free tuition to state colleges for academically high-achieving students. State police said the vehicle had been found but at press time, no charges had been filed.

Several Seekonk Restaurants Can Now Serve Alcohol Year Round

Selectmen last month approved annual liquor licenses for Chardonnay’s, Tito’s Cantina and Brothers Seafood restaurants. The establishments previously had seasonal liquor licenses, which are active from April 1 to January 15. Businesses with seasonal licenses must discontinue selling alcoholic beverages Jan. 15 and cannot resume sales until April 1. The bill allowing businesses to convert seasonal liquor licenses to year-round licenses was signed into law in October. License applications have to be approved by town officials before being sent to Boston.

Fire Department May Be Overhauled

Selectmen are considering an overhaul of the fire department, which would include adding four full-time firefighters. The department now has six firefighters per shift and has been struggling to handle all the emergency calls coming in. The proposal would add one firefighter per shift. Town administrator Michael Carroll made a report to selectmen indicating the cost of hiring additional personnel could be partially offset by additional ambulance receipts. Selectmen may take a vote on the matter this month.

Town Administrator to Retire in June

Town Administrator Michael Carroll has announced that he plans to retire in June when his current contract expires. Carroll started the position in January 2008. Carroll, who lives in Wrentham, previously served as the executive secretary in Randolph.

Police Search Schools with Drug-Sniﬃng Dogs

Police, in conjunction with the school administration, conducted a routine search for drugs last month at the middle school and high school, using drug-sniffing dogs. No arrests were made. The search was reportedly not the result of a specific investigation. Such searches are reportedly conducted once or twice a year.

Seekonk Y Forced to Change Name of Its “Biggest Winner” Program

NBC issued a cease and desist order to the nation’s YMCAs, requiring them to stop calling their exercise programs any name that resembles “The Biggest Loser.” The Biggest Loser is a hit reality TV show airing on the network. The Newman YMCA had to change an exercise program they were calling “The Biggest Winner.” It is now called “The Y Team Challenge.”

Seekonk Resident & Children’s entertainer Bill Harley Nominated for 6th Grammy

Seekonk resident Bill Harley has been nominated for a sixth Grammy award. Harley was recently nominated for best spoken word recording for children for “The Best Candy in the Whole World.” Harley has two previous Grammy awards. He won in 200 for “Blah Blah Blah: Stories About Clams, Swamp Monsters, Pirates and Dogs and in 2009 for “Yes to Running! Bill Harley Live.”

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Rehoboth Selectmen Meeting Shocks Town McBride Resigns, Marciello Is Ousted By Laura Calverley He said he did a lot with what he had, considering the town’s tough financial situation. He said he voluntarily gave back a portion of his salary and turned down contracted raises for the past several years, so he could lead by example. “I’m leaving on good terms with the people I work with and the citizens,” Marciello said. He thanked the citizens of the town and all the staff at town hall. "I'd like to express to all the people of Rehoboth my gratitude for the honor of allowing me to serve them. I'd like to also thank the employees and department heads for making it possible for me to do my job. I'm going to miss them," Marciello said. "I'd especially like to express my sincerest thanks to my two assistants, Helen Dennen and Carol Chencus. I'm going to miss them dearly," he said. In the incident involving Police Chief Stephen Enos last month, Selectman Donald Leffort, liaison to the Police Department, made a statement regarding his investigation. “It appears the Chief had an unforeseen adverse reaction to a prescription medication following a recent surgical procedure. All statements given by Chief Enos have been verified and found to be factual. By a majority vote, we see no reason to further pursue this issue,” read Leffort. On the night of December 10, East Providence police were called to investigate a report of a suspicious man lying down or having fallen outside a home. Enos was found in a disoriented state and driven to a relative’s home. Enos's town-owned cruiser containing his service firearm was found in the parking lot of a nearby restaurant and towed to the East Providence Police Station. Enos served on the East Providence police force for 25 years before becoming Rehoboth’s Chief of Police. McBride said he felt that an external investigation should have been conducted into the incident. “It’s our responsibility to ensure that his credibility is restored,” McBride said. At Monday’s meeting, the board also accepted the resignation of Building Inspector Tom Nerney. Nerney, who also serves as Zoning Officer, had clashed with the board a few months ago over a request for legal counsel on an investigation into a possible zoning bylaw violation on some land next to Francis Farm, Foley’s business. Nerney’s resignation letter said he was resigning for “personal reasons.” The board appointed Swansea Building Inspector David Betts to the position. The board on Monday also discussed the recent town meeting decision to petition the legislature to increase the board of selectmen from three members to five. Foley, who said he had no problem with the five-selectmen proposal, suggested that the matter go before the voters in the April election and recommended discussing it with legal counsel. Residents pointed out that the proposal had already been approved by town meeting and the next step would be to ask the new state representative, Steve Howitt, to bring it before the legislature. McBride agreed that it should go forward. In the end, the board decided to contact the Attorney General’s office, rather than town counsel, with their questions.

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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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Support Seekonk Safety

My Daughter and I recently needed the services of the Seekonk Fire Department, which has happened a few times before in my long life as a Seekonk resident. I’ve also had contact with the Seekonk Police and Rescue Departments and every time has been a positive experience. I believe that we have the best men and women working in these three departments. They have always been very polite and professional to me and my Family and I think that the Seekonk taxpayers are receiving the best bang for their tax payer’s buck with the excellent service that’s provided. We just need more fire, police and rescue workers in the town, and I don’t mind paying for (them) via my real estate taxes. Some claim that we can’t afford it, but to me it isn’t about money. It’s about what’s in the best interest of the residents of Seekonk. We can’t afford not to give our fire and police and rescue more help. It’s that simple and logical to any prudent and reasonable person. Are you thinking about your taxes or money when you Dial 911 my friend? Happy New Year God Bless Hon. Justice Jeffrey Starr Mararian, J.P. Seekonk, MA

For The Love Of Music

On the evening of December 15th, parents, family and friends were wonderfully entertained by the Beckwith Middle School band and Chorus Holiday Concert. It was a beautiful showcase of the children’s hard work and dedication. I was amazed to see so many children singing in such beautiful harmony under the guidance of Ms. Lynette Lopez. Not to be forgotten, the awesome sounds of the children playing their instruments in unison. For many of the children this was their first performance. Mr. D’Ambrosio, the band director, also should be commended for such a fine performance. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge Mr. Robert Martin, for all of his selfless hard work in teaching our children how to play percussion instruments. I hope that these children continue exploring their love of music for many years to come. I know that I will continue to enjoy such fine performances! Kathy Silva

Just An Adverse Reaction

Regarding the recent incident involving Rehoboth Police Chief Enos, it should be known that the Chief merely had an adverse reaction to a new medication - nothing more nothing less. Although political opponents would like to embellish the facts and make more of the incident, it should be noted that the East Providence Police followed procedures, investigated the event, filed a report and found no basis for any charges. End of story. Susan Anderson Rehoboth MA

A Salute To A Fallen Hero

As a retired Captain of the South Rehoboth Fire Department, I would like to express the feelings that I had the day of Kenny Marshall Jr.’s funeral. It’s really hard to say what I felt that day. It was a very emotional day for me and the people who attended. I was proud to have been a part of the fire department. The three stations pulled together to organize an amazing send off for Kenny. Grant you, not every town experiences such a tragedy. Some towns never do. This day was not a routine day for the fire personnel. They spent many hours to learn procedures done by the fire department to give Kenny a special day. None of this was familiar to them but they pulled it off. What an awesome job done by all. Things like folding the flag, marching, what to do throughout the day was mastered by all. I always knew about brotherhood in the fire department. I have experienced it on a smaller scale. This was way beyond belief. There were so many fire and police personnel from other towns and states that participated. I could go on and on but only people that attended know what a special day it was. All the work was evident of hard work and devotion by all. I salute the fire personnel at Stations 1, 2, and 3. My thoughts and prays are with the Marshall family and to the women and men of the fire department especially Station 2 who knew and worked so closely with Kenny. He truly will be missed. Joe Mello

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Celebrate Rob Bomes’ Life

S. Robert Bomes was the third child born to Hazel Levy and Milton Bomes on March 09 1953. He lived at 1 Emeline St. in Providence RI, attended Henry Barnard School in Providence and graduated from Bristol County Agricultural School in Segregansett MA. In 1969 He moved to, Rehoboth MA and married Shelia Knox of Rehoboth and had two children Matthew and Kristen who attended Rehoboth schools. He was the owner and operator of Bristol Country Ambulance Company located in Rehoboth and was active in the town’s Volunteer Fire and Rescue Dept as well as being a certified teacher of first aid. When he resided on Tremont St in Rehoboth. he was married to Lynne Courtemanche and relocated to Maine after the birth of his daughter Carrie. His son, Bryan Bomes was born in Etna Maine. He is seriously ill and may not have long to live. We would like to celebrate his life. Call or send any pictures or any shared memories. This would a comfort to his children, siblings, other close relatives and to Rob. Rob Bomes’ contact information is 20 - 8-8998 (cell) His son Matt Bomes resides in Swansea Ma.. His other three children are in Maine. Kristen Lancaster lives in Carmel ME smiley112819 9@aol.com Carrie Bomes is in Newport ME crystal_angel08@yahoo.com and his youngest son Bryan Bomes resides in Hermon ME. Feel free to contact us - Allen & Marilyn Bomes; bomesa@optonline.net and msmith951@optonline.net, 203-259-0916 and Stan & Gen Bomes; country.life@ earthlink.net and gelbomes@peoplepc.com, 508- 8-3611 We thank you for prayers and concern. Marilyn Smith Bomes

Harvest Block Party Thank You

The Larry Procopio Harvest Block Party was again a tremendous success with lots of people in attendance, one of the largest gatherings of Rehoboth Citizens. Entertainment for young and old, food and beverage booths were present with activities all day long. Schools and churches either sold their wares or put out advertisements of their worship. Many crafters of local residence were eager to show off their wares and items for sale. The Larry Procopio Harvest Block Party 2010 was another great success because of their welcomed donations and support. We hope to make Block Party 2011 an even bigger success. The Larry Procopio Harvest Block Party Committee wishes to thank you all so much. It could not have happened without your support. Again, we thank you so much. Lynne Searle Town Events Committee

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January 2011 The Reporter my mothers. I more than likely would have been transported to the police station and locked up. I am disappointed you chose not to publicly explain these events and your statement regarding medical issues is ambiguous at best. I will notify selectmen Kenneth Foley and Donald Leffort that I am also disappointed in them for not conducting a full investigation into this very serious incident. Regards, Philip Sharp Rehoboth, MA

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The New Palmer River Iron Works opened its doors for business on March 17, 1721. I started a research project in March 1996 to determine ore, charcoal, air feed-rates, to verify thermo chemistry and to learn the thermo physics of their process. The accompanying woodcut from 1559 AD is probably also a very close representation of the 1721 Rehoboth iron works, even down to the face mask to prevent charcoal dust from getting into the ironmasters lungs. My furnace only produced a few ounces at a time—all I needed to make measurements. Theirs produced 10 to 50 pounds of wrought iron or 10 to 50 pounds of scrap at a time. (We’ve found some of their scoriascrap at the site). Iron masters, Johnathan and Aaron Kingsley, father and son, sold the business to Boston investors in 1735. Like them, my project has now gone as far as I plan to take it. So, like them, I have put the equipment up for sale (ad to appear in March 2011 issue of Society for Industrial Archeology Newsletter). Is there someone here in Rehoboth who would like try their hand at being an iron master? See my classified ad in this issue. James (Jim) Johnston P.S. For history of the New Palmer River Iron Works, contact me about a detailed document ($5.00). For an overview, see the abridged article in the book “in Old Rehoboth, vol. II” in the Blanding library.

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Third Time’s the Charm for Steven Howitt by Laura Calverley

of the recycling committee to name a few. As owner of Modern Tractor and Truck Service in Seekonk, a family excavation business started by his father after World War II, he understands firsthand the challenges of running a small business. He says that Massachusetts is not as “business-friendly” as it could be, citing the high cost of workman’s compensation and the number of business regulations, especially for new businesses. “Hopefully as a legislature, we can make it easier for businesses to operate and entice them to come to Massachusetts and that would create jobs,” Howitt said. Another issue that is important to Howitt is local aid. He says that it is not only important for towns to operate, it is critical for the safety and well being of citizens to maintain funding for public safety, public works, human services and public schools. “It’s important that local aid not be cut any further,” Howitt said. In addition to job creation and local aid, other issues in the election included the state sales tax, slot machines at racetracks and tax breaks for the film industry. Howitt supports lowering the state sales tax, which the legislature increased this year, but the ballot initiative to lower it to 3 percent failed at the polls. “I’d love to see it go back down to 5 percent, but don’t foresee it in the near future,” said Howitt. He also supports allowing slot machines at state racetracks. He says the benefit is the jobs it will create and the many area horse farms that are dependent on the slots going in. “It creates jobs and it keeps jobs,” he said. D’Amico fought against tax breaks for the film industry, but Howitt supports them. He says the film industry is another area that supports jobs. “It has brought in over one billion in revenue since 2006. It’s had very positive effects. There are many allied industries including hair salons, construction, electricians and others that have benefited from having the film industry expand in MassaServing Rehoboth, Seekonk, Swansea chusetts,” Howitt said. Howitt is being sworn in on January 5, but and surrounding area he has already hit the ground running. He has been busy meeting with local officials, making appearances at town meetings and talking to constituents. Howitt has visited the State House several times and attended legislative school for new members at the services Include: University of Massachusetts last month. • in-Home Pet sitting • Mid-Day exercise and Training “It gave everyone an opportunity to meet • Broad range of Pet Training • Behavioral Modification and build relationships that hopefully will • Pet Taxi, including vet visits • Backyard wildlife Management continue for years,” Howitt said. He has already put together a bill that You’ll feel confident and relaxed he will be proposing after the legislature resumes. It involves increasing tax credits while you are away with your pets on Title 5, which covers on-site disposal in our capable, caring hands. systems for both residents and businesses. There is currently a credit available if someone repairs a septic system that allows a tax deduction over a few years. Howitt’s Professional Memberships Include: proposal includes raising the ceiling and free Ongoing consultation •aBs animal Behavior society increasing the tax credit. •acaBc association Of companion for “Preferred customers” Howitt says he wants to spend a good animal Behavior counselors Initial Consultation Free amount of time in his district. He plans to •NaPPs National association Of Fully Bonded and Insured open a permanent district office in Seekonk Professional Pet sitters soon. Until then, he can be contacted by John J. Smith, Owner/Operator •PSI Pet Sitters International email: votestevenhowitt@comcast.net.

Howitt has pledged to support legislation that cuts taxes, reduces regulations and creates opportunities for business to develop and grow. Other elements of his platform are: job creation, reducing wasteful spending, restoring local aid and restoring trust in government. He has said he will vote ‘no’ on any new or increased taxes. “Throughout the election, jobs and taxes and fighting wasteful spending were the main issues,” Howitt said. He is one of several Republicans Steven Howitt that unseated Democratic incumbents in the legislature. Howitt says that being a Republican in Massachusetts can be difficult, but the third time was the charm for him. “We improved our numbers in the House. It means, at least on the House side, they’ll have to listen to us more attentively,” Howitt said. He says there are some really qualified people on the Republican side and “it’s a great team.” “Everyone wants to work together to make Massachusetts a better place to live,” he said. Howitt, 53, has more than 30 years experience in community service. He served as Seekonk selectman from 2002-2005, spent two terms on the planning board, was a member of the original cable committee and served as Chairman

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Committee of Greater Attleboro is pleased to announce its 2 th annual celebration of the life and legacy of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The celebration will be held on Monday, January 1 , 2011. The program theme is “Hope in Action: Dr. King’s Blueprint for Change.” The celebration will begin at 1:00 p.m. with a Municipal Program held at the Attleboro City Hall, Park Street. The program will feature local and state representatives and the King’s Kids Choir from the South Attleboro Assembly of God Church. At 2:00 p.m., the Committee will host an Interfaith Service at Memorial Baptist Church, 3 0 Central Avenue, Seekonk. The service will feature The Chaminade Singers and area students displaying posters they created for the Committee’s “Hope in Action Protest Art” poster contest. Students in Greater Attleboro and North Attleboro were asked to create posters that could have been used during the African American Civil Rights Movement. Mr. Edward Cardoza, M.A. Min., senior advisor to development at Partners In Health (PIH), Boston, will be the keynote speaker at the service. Cardoza has worked as a development researcher at The Harvard Medical School and as director of development research at the Appalachian Mountain Club. He is currently fundraising for Partner In Health programs in Boston, Haiti, Russia, Peru, Rwanda, Mexico, and Guatemala. Cardoza will discuss the nature of hope, the need for hope, and how hope inspires action, citing the work of Dr. King and Partners In Health. Partners In Health’s mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. “The Committee has been impressed by the remarkable outreach, mission, and work of Partners In Health through the years,” says Ethel Garvin, chairperson of the MLK Committee. “The organization’s work offers a ray of hope that so many need. It is for this reason that the MLK Committee sought a speaker from

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members of the MLK Committee reading poems and other selfpenned works on hope. The second program is a documentary on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, entitled Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Historical Perspective. Check the cable station for times. Members of the committee include Ethel Garvin, Attleboro; the Rev. Jewel Hardmon, Attleboro; Darren Major, Attleboro; Pat Metrano, Attleboro; Patricia Patterson, Attleboro, and Mary Whelan, Attleboro.

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Rehoboth Ramblings

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There’s A Word For It It may or may not be true that Eskimos, or Inuit as they prefer up with the word “oblication” but then so did another woman who to be called, have 0 words for snow. I’ve read that this is just a responded to a contest at the Washington Post some time ago. legend. Many of us have quite a few words for snow and a lot of This word (according to both of us) means to use a vacation day them are swear words. One of the advantages of snow in January to do something you feel obliged to do rather than just for fun. is that while coping with the stuff you no longer have to listen to Recently my daughter was complaining about going to a church “Winter Wonderland” or, God forbid, “Let It Snow.” volunteer training workshop in Boston where the session turned I feel silly admitting that I just recently learned that the purpose out to be all touchy-feely (didn’t we call these “encounter groups” of sleigh bells is to serve as a jangling warning to anyone who might back in the ‘ 0’s?) She said most of the participants were very be in their way since horse-drawn sleighs are fairly silent when gorelieved when the session was over (one guy said he needed a ing over snow. Since “Jingle Bells” is a Christmas song (though drink afterwards.) there is no reference to Christmas whatsoever in the song) I had So I came up with the word “fleelief” (flee with relief) which is always assumed the bells were just a festive holiday touch. This how you feel when you’re able to make an early exit from a tedious is a timely topic for discussion now that the silence of hybrid cars meeting or social event. A useful word if I do say so. It could also is under much debate, though I think cars need a louder warning apply to finally having your plane take off after being stuck at an device than tinkling bells. airport or leaving for a winter vacation the day before a big storm As of this writing, Europe is being hammered with snow and hits. The thought of nasty winter weather should incentivize us all ice resulting in travel nightmares. Reading the BBC website I was to head to warmer climates. What a fleelief that would be! momentarily confused by the term “grit lorry” before making a quick translation to “sanding truck”. Whatever you call them, you’re pretty much stuck without them and snow plows when bad winter weather hits. Also, over there highway traffic jams or backups are called tailbacks. There have been a lot of very long tailbacks due to a shortage of grit lorries in the UK. I never feel smug when reading about bad weather elsewhere. It could just as easily be here and probably will be soon. The only place for heavy snow is in the mountains at ski resorts in my view. Speaking of words and of holidays, I can’t tell you how much the use of “gift” as a verb irritates me, as in “He gifted me with a lovely ornament” instead of “he GAVE me”. Too bad he didn’t give you a dictionary. We all have our little pet peeves about language usage. My husband has long hated the use of “impact” as a verb and now has added the made-up verb “incentivize” to that list. Yep, that one’s a doozy too. And speaking of incentivizing (try typing that word fast), don’t you wonder about all the charities that are still sending out address labels, note cards and such, now that people are doing most correspondence online and mailing fewer letters. I have enough address labels to send out a very large mass mailing, though to whom and what it would be about I’m not sure. The dumbest donation solicitation I received this season was from an organization that will go unnamed here and included a crisp dollar bill inside a plastic sleeve where anyone could see it, along with a note saying that tampering with the mail was a federal offense. I was so annoyed that I ripped out the dollar bill and deposited it in the Salva5 Tons Minimum Pick-Up. tion Army kettle instead the next time I went to the supermarket. Note to fund-raising Treated Sand And Delivery organizations: do not waste my contribuAlso Available tions sending out nickels and dimes (much less dollars) to possible donors. But to get back to language, it is fun to 508-962-0444 - Cell make up new words. If “blog” is a valid word, 401-641-4141• 508-336-4272 surely it can’t be that hard to think them up. As I noted before in this space, I had come

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The Rehoboth Rescue continues to augment our Dive Squad. If you are a recreational or professional SCUBA diver and would like to volunteer your services to the town, please contact us. We own equipment including tanks and regulators. We also have a ZODIAC inflatable boat, fully equipped, with an outboard and a trailer. Check us out! We can always use help and our training dive drills are fun, summer or winter. Many of us now regularly get together for friendship and recreational diving. The Rehoboth Rescue Squad continues to train and is always looking for volunteers. Contact Chief Gary Kloss at 01.226.38 0 for an application or visit us on our website at http://rehobothrescue .org. Write to us at Rehoboth Rescue Association PO Box 61, Rehoboth, MA 02 69-0061. You may also contact us at ( ) 3 1001 anytime.

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Kathy’s Corner Dog licenses for 2011 are now available and may be purchased at the Town Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to :00 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or by mail. The licensing fees are now as follows: Male or female dog $20.00, spayed or neutered $10.00. Kathleen J. Conti You may also purchase your dog license Town Clerk by returning the appropriate documentation and fee (checks should be made payable to Town of Rehoboth) with your census form. Dog licenses are due annually by April 1st. Dog license applications must be accompanied by a current rabies certificate (with a vaccination date of May 1, 2011 or after to cover the current licensing year) and proof of spay or neuter unless we already have it on file in the Clerk’s Office. If you’re unsure, just give the office a call and we can tell you how up to date our information is. Dog owners should note that the license(s) will not be returned unless a stamped, self-addressed envelope is included. Postage on the SASE should be 6 cents for one tag, 81 cents for two tags and 98 cents for three tags. Residents are requested to please send in their census forms as quickly as possible regardless of whether or not they license their dogs at this time. We also still have 86 unlicensed dogs for 2010. The Annual Town Election for the Town of Rehoboth will be held on Monday, April , 2011 with the polls open from 10 am to 8 p.m. Nomination papers are now available for any registered voter in Rehoboth wishing to run for election on the Town ballot. The nomination papers may be picked up by prospective candidates at the Town Clerk’s office and must be returned, signed by a minimum of 5 registered voters, to the Board of Registrars at the Town Clerk’s Office by 5 p.m. on February 1 th. Positions to be elected on the ballot for 2011 are Moderator (one for 1 year), Selectmen (one for 3 years), Assessor (one for 3 years), Tax Collector (one for 3 years), School Committee (two for 3 years), Planning Board (one for 5 years), Park Commission (one for 5 years), Housing Authority (one for 5 years) and Water Commissioner (two for 3 years). The final voter registration date to be eligible to vote in the Annual Town Election is scheduled for Tuesday, March 15th from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Town Clerk’s Office. Prospective voters are reminded that they may also register to vote by calling the Town Clerk’s Office to request a Mail-In voter registration form. Applications for absentee ballots are available as of January 3rd and may be obtained from the Town Clerk’s Office. An absentee ballot may only be obtained by written request and with the voter’s original signature. Any questions regarding voter eligibility or requests for “mail-in” voter registration forms may be directed to the Town Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 508-252-6502, X109 or X110. Our Annual Town Census Forms for year 2011 were mailed to all households in Rehoboth during the last week of December. If you don’t receive your census form within the first week of January, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 508-252-6502, X109 or X110.

January 2011 The Reporter Residents are asked to review the pre-printed forms, make corrections and return them no later than February 1st. Failure to return the completed form may result in voters being placed on an inactive voting list or being removed from the voting list. Residents are asked to return their completed form by mail or place their form in one of the “Census” containers, which are at the Blanding Public Library, the Council on Aging and at the Bristol County Savings Bank. The containers will remain at these locations through the end of January for your convenience. All three precincts in the Town of Rehoboth are in need of election workers. Precinct I is the Town Office Building on 148 Peck Street, Precinct II is the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center at 55 Bay State Road and Precinct III is the South Fire Station at 102 Pleasant Street. If anyone is interested they may obtain a talent bank form from Helen Dennen at the Selectmen’s Office (508-252-3758, x107). Business owners whose business certificate will expire during January through June of 2011 should have received a reminder for renewal. The renewal fee is $50.00 (certificate renewal is good for four years) and checks should be made payable to The Town of Rehoboth. The Rehoboth Anawan Lions Club will be holding their annual calendar dance on Saturday, January 29th at the Hillside Country Club starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $25.00 and may be obtained by calling Elaine Ferreira at 508-336-5049. Please join in the fun and support our local Lions Club.

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In Memoriam Rehoboth Loses a Gentle Giant Thanksgiving Day was a very sad day for everyone who knew the Marshall family. Ken Marshall Jr. lost his life doing something that many of us take for granted. Ken, an on call firefighter lost his life when responding to a call. Ken was a loving and devoted husband, a dedicated father whose children were “his world,” a third generation firefighter, and a selfless and righteous man. As a young boy, his father, Ken Marshall, Sr., would take him to the fire station on Sundays for the morning radio check. It was a tradition he continued with his own children, and in doing so, reaffirmed his dedication to our town and its people. He was always concerned for others, conscientious in his actions and words, and always put others before him as he did that Thanksgiving Day that he lost his life. We have truly lost a hero, and a very much respected and loved resident. May Rehoboth be fortunate enough to have others like Ken Marshall who rise to the occasion, by supporting this town in such a selfless way. His shoes will be tough to fill. May the family and the Rehoboth Fire Department, through their memories and love for Ken find the graces and strength to persevere and carry on in his memory. - Rehoboth Board of Selectmen

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Rehoboth Cultural Council Names Grant Recipients Recipients are:

Arts in the Village Piano Concerto Music $300 Blanding Public Library Plimoth Plantation Library Pass History $550 Davis Bates & Roger Tincknell Under One Sky: A Multi-Cultural Celebration Multidisciplinary $550 Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Ancient Cultures at Worcester Art Museum Multidisciplinary $500 PTSA-Rehoboth Rhode Island School of Design Visual Arts $300 PTSA-Rehoboth Ben Edwards,Sons of Liberty & Paul Revere’s North End Tour Multidisciplinary $650 PTSA-Rehoboth New Bedford Whaling Museum Multidisciplinary $650 Root, John Poplar Music of the Gaslight Era Music $300 SMARTS Collaborative Touring Art Exhibit Visual Arts $100 The Arc of Northern Bristol County, Inc. Changing the World for People with Disabilities Music $200 The Carpenter Museum UnEarthing Rehoboth’s Farming Past: An Oral History Project Multidisciplinary $ 60 The Carpenter Museum Plimoth Plantation Open Hearth Cooking Multidisciplinary $2 0 Treichler, Melissa Local Art Folk Arts $3 Women at Work Museum Work as Play Multidisciplinary $200 The Massachusetts Cultural Council’s Local Cultural Council (LCC) program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation supporting thousands of community-based projects in the arts, humanities, and sciences annually. The Rehoboth Cultural Council through the Massachusetts Cultural Council has awarded grants to the applicants listed below for 2011. As a council we surveyed the Rehoboth community to understand which programs would be of interest to our citizens. The results of the survey, application eligibility and the programs which we felt would benefit our community were given priority in our decision making as a council. Grant recipients must acknowledge the local cultural council that gave the grant, as well as the Massachusetts Cultural Council, which provides funds to the LCC. The Rehoboth Cultural Council congratulates the grant recipients and we look forward to the events & programs for 2011.

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Rehoboth Fire Department Facts & News Open Burning

Open burning for brush will begin on Saturday, January 15, 2011. Permits may be obtained at the Department between 9 A.M. and Noon each day, and the permit fee is $5.00. Permission to burn must be obtained between 9 A.M. and Noon daily by calling 508-252-3 25. Burning regulations are clean air regulations as well as fire safety regulations. Weather conditions that allow the smoke from burning to slowly disappear will cause burning to be stopped for the day. Rainy, snowy or heavy overcast days will prohibit burning. Changes in the forecast such as increased winds or rain for the day will also determine if burning is to be allowed.

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A fire should always be attended and children and pets be kept at a safe distance. Even small fires will generate an intense amount of heat when first started. Never use gasoline, kerosene or any other flammable liquid to start a fire because the risk of personal injury is high. Use paper and kindling to start the fire and progressively add larger pieces of wood. Parts of a leftover Christmas tree may also be used. Burn one small pile at a time and slowly add to it. This will help keep the fire from getting out of control. Select a burn location away from buildings and power and utility lines. While the fire is burning, it must be attended until extinguished. Have fire-extinguishing materials on hand including water, shovels and rakes. The water supply could be a turned on and tested before burning. Be prepared to extinguish your fire if the winds picks up or the weather changes. Use common sense and don’t for the fire department to contact you that it is unsafe to burn. Sudden wind change is how most open burning gets out of control. If for some reason, the fire should get out of control, or you feel uncomfortable with the fire dial 911 immediately for help. Use the utmost caution to prevent injury to yourself or family members or any damage by fire to your home. People conducting illegal burning, or who allow a fire to get out of control, may be held liable for costs of extinguishing the fire, and property damaged by the fire. April is usually the worst month for brush fires. When the snow pack recedes, before new growth emerges, last year’s dead grass, leaves and wood are dangerous tinder. Winds also tend to be stronger and more unpredictable during April.

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Open burning releases large amounts of carbon dioxide, other gases, and solid substances directly into the air, which can contribute to respiratory problems. Disposal of natural materials is never as good for the environment as using them again in a different form. Tree limbs, brush and other forestry debris can be chipped or composted into landscaping material.

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The Department remains committed to providing the best possible certified training to our Call Firefighters assuring the greatest degree of fire protection and service to Rehoboth.

Carbon Monoxide

The Department has responded to several CO calls with high levels of CO from various sources. The CO detectors installed in the homes definitely prevented tragic in all the cases. Be sure to check your detectors and call 911 should your detectors sound.

Ice and Cold Water Safety

Each year the Department receives phone calls about “safe ice”. The Department does not check the conditions of ice. The State Fire Marshal the following facts and recommendations concerning ice safety:

how thick is “safe” ice?

Ice on moving water in rivers, streams and brooks is never safe. The thickness of ice on ponds and lakes depends upon water currents or springs, depth and natural objects such as tree stumps or rocks. Daily changes in temperature cause the ice to expand and contract, which affects its strength. Because of these factors, no one can declare the ice to be absolutely “safe”. The only “safe” ice is at a skating arena!

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There is a simple acronym to remember to operate most fire extinguishers - PASS. PASS stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep. Pull the pin at the top of the cylinder. Some units require the releasing of a lock latch or pressing a puncture lever. Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire. Squeeze or press the handle. Sweep the contents from side to side at the base of the fire until it goes out. Shut off the extinguisher and then watch carefully for a rekindling of the fire.

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House Numbers

The Department reminds residents to number their houses and mailboxes or driveways so the Townâ€™s Emergency Services can quickly provide service during a time of need. (See information on page 18)

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Yard Sale Donations Being Accepted

Donations are now being accepted for the Yankee Volunteer Fife and Drum Corps’ upcoming winter yard sale fundraiser. Large items such as dining sets, chairs, end tables, coffee tables, sofas, rugs, beds, baby furniture etc. may either be dropped-off or arrangements may be made for pick-up. Please call (508) 558-9301 for details. Smaller items in salable condition such as housewares, furniture, jewelry, accessories, home décor, books, collectibles and clothing are also being accepted. Fundraisers such as this assist the Seekonk-based group as they continue their mission of honoring and preserving traditional Early American music. The Corps has traveled extensively with their most recent concert tour taking place in London, England in November 2010. To donate items to the yard sale, to book the Yankee Volunteers for performances, or to inquire about other ways of sponsoring the group’s efforts, please call (508)558-9301.

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Congratulations to the automobile manufacturers who have announced that they will install rearward visibility apparatus in all vehicles as of 2014. This will allow drivers to see all areas behind a vehicle to prevent backing up accidents. Why do we need this? From 2002 to 2006, 474 children died after being backed over by a vehicle – many in their own driveways. There were an additional 7,419 injuries reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This information led to a national volunteer organization,” Kids in Cars”, to present this information to legislators. Seekonk Kiwanis joined the effort and distributed flyers and wrote to legislators encouraging their support. The Cameron Gulbransen Kids and Cars Safety Act of 2007 was passed. It was cosponsored by Senator Jack Reed from Rhode Island and supported by the Massachusetts legislators. People owning cars now can get apparatus added to their cars at their dealers to allow them to have better visibility behind them and prevent this kind of traumatic accident. Other Safety tips published by the “Kids in Cars” organization: 1. Children should NEVER be left alone in a vehicle, not even to run a quick errand. 2. Keep vehicles locked at all times, even in the garage or driveway, to prevent children from entering them alone. 3. Keys should never be left within reach of children. 4. Teach children to never play in or around a vehicle. 5. Walk around and behind a vehicle prior to moving it. 6. Never leave children in a vehicle in hot weather (heat stoke can lead to brain damage or death in a matter of minutes).

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We had another fun meeting on Dec 1 , celebrating Christmas with a Yankee swap and card exchange. We received several cards from members not in attendance, but thinking of us. Our community service project was unwrapped toys for needy children, which was well supported. Fay Perry volunteered to take them to the Toys for Tots pickup area in Dighton. Once again we were served wonderful refreshments by Wesley Paull and his family. Our next meeting will be January 11, 2011 at :30 P.M. with a snow date of January 25. Just a reminder, dues are due so help our organization meet its obligations. Thank you. There will be no meetings in February to save on heating costs. We want to say thank you to our local business providers. Waste Technical Disposal, Countryscape Landscape, Woods Heating Oil, and Propane Plus. If I have missed anyone please accept my apology. Hope our neighbors had happy holidays. Thanks go to everyone who helped decorate the hall. When we arrived for our Christmas meeting we were pleasantly surprised. Our March meeting will celebrate our 113th anniversary on the 8th. More information will be in the February newsletter. Happy New Year.

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Nov. 30 District 33S Cabinet Advisory Meeting for our club officers - @ Lakeville Lions – Russ Latham represented our Club. Dec. 8, P.M. Rehoboth Lions Mtg. at Francis Farm Ladies Night and Christmas Party – Those present enjoyed a small but enjoyable evening. Dec. 12 Senior Holliday Dinner at Hillside C.C. – This Annual Event had a new location this year and it was a Great Success. Everyone enjoyed the warm atmosphere of the Hillside Country Club. We thank the Hillside, the Masons, the Police Assoc., The Holy Ghost Brotherhood and the Senior Center Folks for their various donations to this very nice event. Dec. 13 Regional Youth Speech at Attleboro Library. Four capable teenagers made excellent speeches. Our Rehoboth, and Anawan Lions contestant did not win but will be asked to give her speech at a joint meeting of our clubs. Dec. 22 The Club met at Papa’s and were catered by Autumn’s. (What a nice arrangement made by two of our local eating establishments!) The Club voted the amounts we will give to various Lions Charities at our Mid-Winter Conf. later in January. The Biggest Donations were to Lions Eye Research; $2500, in the Name of Dan Pugliese; $2500 in the name of Syl Amaral and $5500 by the Lions’ Golf Tournament. The club also acted to give support to two Rehoboth Families in need.

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By Leslie Patterson The “most beautiful gravestone sculpture in colonial New England” is found in a Rehoboth cemetery, according to gravestone scholar Vincent Luti, who spoke at the Carpenter Museum on November 18. Mr. Luti’s talk, accompanied by a slide show, was on “The Invisible World Now Revealed: 18th Century Folk Art on Rehoboth Gravestones.” The gravestone he was referring to was that of Samuel Peck, who died in 1736. The carver was George Allen of Rehoboth, who Mr. Luti believes was the greatest stone carver in colonial New England. “Samuel Peck’s unusual gravestone with winged cherubs holding up the inscription in a heart is complete and magnificent,” he said. “The very elaborate filigree footstone started to break in the late 1970’s. The top parts of the footstone finally broke off and were removed to the museum, where it awaits the day that a conservator can restore the stone.”

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“Big projects need to be done,” he said, referring to conservation and restoration work. “We are losing priceless cultural artifacts.” He pointed out how acid rain eats at the stones and then lichen begins to grow on them, especially those facing north. Mr. Luti emphasized the importance of taking photographs of the gravestones from the colonial era before we lose more stones. He showed a photo of one gravestone and said that in 50 years the design on it would be obliterated. Mr. Luti traces his interest in gravestones to the 1978 American Folk Culture Seminar on Gravestones sponsored by Boston University, which he said was an enormous success. The Association for Gravestone Studies was formed about that time. “I was astonished at the level of scholarship on gravestones and made a vow that I would someday stand up and give a talk on the subject myself,” he said. “Gravestones are cultural artifacts of the 18th century and a goldmine of information about attitudes towards death at that time.” He decided to limit his research to 18th century gravestone carvers who lived and worked in the Narragansett Basin in Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts, communities whose rivers all drained into Narragansett Bay. Each part of New England had its own distinctive carving style, he said. For example, skulls were popular on gravestones in the Boston area but not so much in this

“It’s hard to read many old gravestones because they are small, low, dark and often covered with lichen,” Mr. Luti said. Showing a slide of one gravestone rubbing he made early in his career, he said he soon came to prefer photography to gravestone rubbing. He especially recommends using mirrors to reflect light on stones when taking pictures. He said about half the gravestones from the 18th century are damaged by lichen and that they can be cleaned very carefully (without using wire brushes or soap) but people must be careful not to further damage the stones. He noted that none of the colonial-era carvers were professional artists; they were farmers, tanners and bricklayers who did this work on the side. Presenting a series of over 60 slides, Mr. Luti showed his audience what to look for in old gravestones. He named the parts of the stones -- tympanum, finials, borders, and tablature, the script part that included and epitaph and biographical information about the deceased. Among the most common epitaphs were those that reminded the passerby of his or her own mortality, such as the one on Charles Wheten’s (Burial Place Hill, 1760): “Remember me as you pass by and don’t forget [sic] that you must die.” “Carvers were paid by the letter, so the longer the epitaph, the greater the cost, “he said. These early stones often included the cause of death as well, whether by illness or accident. “It wasn’t uncommon to list the name of the murderer on the gravestone of someone who was killed,” he said. He explained that not everyone had a gravestone; the poor were often buried without one or with just a cheap stone that might have had just their initials on it. He showed gravestones carved in a somewhat primitive style by Peter Barker. “His work wasn’t very good but he must have been cheap. Also note the poor spelling.”

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Colonial New Englanders generally used winged soul face effigy forms on gravestones, though he showed one slide of a child’s gravestone with “the delightful profile figure” of a little boy carved at the top. Mr. Luti said that carvers could refer to dictionaries of Christian symbolism to use when choosing objects (such as a flower or gourd) to carve on the stone. Wings represented the soul of the deceased ascending to heaven. Mr. Luti also discussed situations of general iconophobia: no biblical representations were allowed and sometimes not even soul face imagery. He pointed out that the oldest continually operating business in America is in Newport; John Stevens’ gravestone carving shop began in 1705 and is still in business. Among the other local carvers Mr. Luti has studied are John Anthony Angel of Providence, who brought the baroque style from Germany, John and James New, Gabriel Allen, William Throope, William Coy, and Seth Luther, another Providence carver. At the end of his talk, Mr. Luti presented the Carpenter Museum with a copy of Markers XXII, the journal of the Association for Gravestone Studies, which features Mr. Luti’s article “George Allen of Old Rehoboth, 16961774.” Those who would like to know more on the subject of colonial gravestones can visit the website of the Association for Gravestone Studies at www.gravestonestudies.org. Footstone, Samuel Peck Headstone, Samuel Peck

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Memories of Past Lives

Artist Deborah Baronas weaves the past and present together.

Pawtucket, RI: Slater Mill Museum presents ‘The Mill Project’, an exhibit by Deborah Baronas, in the Slater Mill Gallery located at Visitor Center, 1 5 Main Street, downtown Pawtucket, RI across from the Museum. The Mill Project is a culmination of Deborah Baronas’ connection to her own family heritage, her talents as a textile designer, and her love of landscape. Her exhibit weaves together the history of people whose lives filled our surrounding landscapes working and dreaming of a better life, Deborah’s work depicts their integrity and honors how they lived to make their dreams of a better life for themselves and their children become a reality. ‘Since the final exodus of the American textile industry to Asia two years ago I started to reflect on the textile mills, villages, and people—a working industry now gone, which was the foundation of my career and artistic life. My most recent work includes large-scale oil paintings and installations, landscapes and building-scapes that include figures of people who were or are an integral part of the working culture of that place. Right now I am a visitor to these places, out of time with those that inhabit them, but bringing to them my own memories and knowledge of their future, which is my past. I am expanding this work to include my own time in the textile industry—linking my own vanished world with theirs, and reaching out to all those who must deal daily with uncertainty.” “By using my textile design experience to layer atmosphere and pattern into my oil paintings I have been able to combine the essence of my own experiences in the mills and the memories of past lives in the textile industry; the lushness of the natural landscape with the solidity of the built landscape. My work represents two strong elements of my New England heritage: its textile industry and its love of landscape painting”, says Deborah Baronas. The Slater Mill Gallery presents work by artists and artisans who work with, or honor, textiles and fiber along with its own collection of artifacts which spans 200 years. Meet the artist at the opening reception for The Mill Project on Thursday, January 11, 2011, 5:30- P.M. For more information please contact Chandler at 01- 25-8638 ext. 10 or chandler@slatermill.org.

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Fusionworks Dance Company, a modern dance company based in Lincoln, RI will hold open auditions for their professional company. Part time male and female dancers needed. Auditioning dancers should have advanced levels of training in modern as well as intermediate skills in other dance forms including ballet. Teaching experience a plus. Dancers should bring a resume, including three current references (including email and phone numbers for each) and a head shot. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled audition time to register, change and stretch. Go to: www.fusionworksdance.org/auditons for additional, important information.

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Call to Artists

Give Life to the Writer Within You Writing can be fun, yet difficult. For some it seems next to impossible. But it doesn’t have to be that way. On Saturday, January 22nd, at the Raynham Public Library, Edward Lodi, author of Secrets and Shortcuts for Successful Writing, will share techniques that will get the average person started and will provide insights that guarantee writing success. Topics include writer’s block, ways to get started, where to get ideas, where and when to write, poetry versus verse, and specifics such as point of view, pacing, conflict, and dialogue. The speaker welcomes questions and allows for a question and answer period at the end of the talk. Edward Lodi holds a Master’s Degree in English Literature and has taught at the college level. His works include fiction (novels and short stories), nonfiction (memoirs, folklore, history, a nature journal), a book of nautical expressions, poetry, and humorous verse. For many years he was a book reviewer for The Armchair Detective. His “writing tips” have appeared in numerous journals. He has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize for his poetry, and several of his works have won cash prizes. In 1999 he and his wife, Yolanda, started their own publishing company and have published (and edited) more than fifty books. His talk will take place at 12:30 pm. Raynham Public Library is located at 60 South Main Street, Raynham. The talk is free, but prior registration is required. Attendees will each receive a free copy of Secrets and Shortcuts for Successful Writing. For more information contact the library at 508-823-13 . To register for this program visit the library website, raynhampubliclibrary.org (click on Coming Events).

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People In The News Maryanne Eaton of Rehoboth is Inducted into Specialized Honor Society at Dominican College

Orangeburg, NY (12/03/2010) - On December 12, Maryanne Eaton of Rehoboth was inducted into the Gamma Alpha Chapter of Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE) at Dominican College. PTE is a specialized honor society for occupational therapy students and alumni. The keynote speaker at the ceremony was Dr. Francine Seruya, Clinical Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University. PTE recognizes and encourages superior scholarship and service among students enrolled in professional entry-level programs at accredited educational programs across the United States. The society supports the development of occupational science and the practice of authentic occupational therapy by promoting research and other scholarly activities of its members. In this way, the organization serves not only the profession but also helps to insure quality health care services for the general public.

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Rehoboth, MA resident Mark Gervais has been named Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Rhode Island Hospitality Association. Gervais has sat on the Board of Directors for the last four years and was named Chairman at the recent Stars of the Industry Awards event held at the Rhode Island Convention Center. As Chairman, he will be the advocate for the lodging, restaurant, foodservice and tourism industries in Rhode Island. Mark was named General Manager of the Hotel Viking, in May 2006 and has led the hotel through extensive renovations and through the recent severe economic downturn. He continues to polish this historic gem of a hotel in Newport, RI. Prior to the Hotel Viking, Mark held executive positions at impressive industry giants like Starwood, Doubletree, Hyatt and more. Mark also sits on several sub-committees for RIHA. A native of Worcester, MA, Mark is a graduate of University of Massachusetts at Amherst. For the last 12 years he has resided in Rehoboth, MA with his wife Lisa, son Jackson and daughter Julia.

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Celebrating Miss Lisa Gomes

On January 5, 1998 the lives of roughly 50 children were changed forever with the hiring of Miss Lisa Gomes. Lisa, through her never ending dedication, has seen to the nurturing and safety of infants to the highest standard of quality. With only four infants in our nursery, Lisa has trained teachers to give their all by setting an example that is hard to match. Although it is an example all should try to live up to. Lisa has seen many of her babies receive the Twin Oaks Farm College Scholarship of $1000 (Given when a child enters as an infant and graduates our full day Kindergarten). She has covered every room in our school when asked, and worked well beyond her scheduled hours. Always focusing on what is best for a child, she is an inspiration for all who work in the Early Education Field. In her twelve years with Twin Oaks Farm Learning Center, she has never spoken an unkind word or shown an unkind action. I am proud and grateful to work with her and to consider her a friend. I look forward to the next twelve years and all the joy she will bring to both staff and children. God bless you for all you have done, Miss Lisa. Happy Anniversary. Mister Alan, Miss Wanda, and the parents and staff of Twin Oaks Farm Learning Center

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The Copley Chamber Players perform in the Arts in the Village Concert Series on January 8. Photo by Matt Samolis.

Arts in the Village Concert Series Copley Chamber Players Saturday, January 8, 7:30 p.m.

Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA; How Much: $15 general, $13 seniors, $6 children and students; cash and checks only; 508-252-5718; doors open at 7 p.m., first come, first seated Sponsor: Lydia Costa Interiors, Rehoboth, MA On Saturday, January 8, Arts in the Village is pleased to present a concert featuring a trio from the Copley Chamber Players. Flutist Peter H. Bloom, harpist Mary Jane Rupert, and violist Frank Grimes will perform in a program that includes the magnificent Debussy Sonata for Flute, Viola, and Harp, the lush and thrilling Fantaisie Opus 124 by Camille Saint-Saëns, and the witty Five Miniatures by Jean Franáaix, among other pieces. Peter H. Bloom is a distinguished soloist and ensemble flutist who tours internationally and appears on 30 CDs. His performing career encompasses a wide range of chamber music from periodinstrument performances to new music premieres. Winner of the American Musicological Society’s coveted Noah Greenberg Award, Bloom has given concerts and master classes from Boston to Bangkok and performs widely with noted ensembles. He serves as historical performance consultant to the American Museum of Great Britain, the New-York Historical Society, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. He holds an MM with distinction in flute performance from New England Conservatory of Music. Mary Jane Rupert, acclaimed as a concert pianist and harpist, has performed throughout the world from Carnegie Recital Hall to the Beijing Concert Hall. She has appeared with symphony orchestras and chamber ensembles across the United States. In solo recital, she has performed for the National Meeting of the American Harp Society, Syracuse University, the Longy School of Music, among others. She records for North Star and Harmony Hill. Rupert serves on the music faculties of Tufts University, Wellesley College, Boston College, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She holds a DM in Piano Performance and Music Literature, an MM in Piano, and an MM in Harp from Indiana University. Frank Grimes has performed as a violist with the Boston Pops, Boston Ballet, Boston Opera, Masterworks Chorale, and other premier ensembles and regularly serves in the orchestras of the Colonial and Schubert Theatres. He has served on the faculties of Milton Academy, the All Newton Music School, and the Community Music Center of Boston. Grimes attended Boston University’s School of Fine Arts and completed his BM at Indiana University as a student of William Primrose. His teachers also include Roman Totenberg, Bernard Kadinoff, and the members of the Fine Arts Quartet at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

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This concert, which is sponsored by Lydia Costa Interiors of Rehoboth, MA, will take place on Saturday, January 8, at 7:30 p.m., at Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, in Rehoboth, MA. Admission is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, and $6 for students and children. Cash and checks only. First come, first seated. For information, please call 508-252-5718.

The Community Dance Held Monthly On Sunday Evenings At Goff Memorial Hall January 9 • 7 - 9pm

* Free * On Sunday evening, January 9, 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 January 9 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, call Bob or Suzanne Elliott at 508-669-5656, or you can email Paul Wilde at zenyente@gmail.com. http://www.contradancelinks.com/jammers.html.

The Community Dance held monthly on Sunday Evenings * Free * On Sunday evening, January 9, 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.

Parkinson Support Group January 12th

On January 12th the SEMA/ Parkinson Support Group will meet 10 A.M. at the Community VNA, 10 Emory Street, Attleboro. MA. Nancy Mazonson, coordinator from the Jewish Family & Children’s Service will present information about The Tremble Clefs, a PD group she has been directing. Her presentation focuses on the beneficial/therapeutic affects of singing and dancing programs/ performances on PDers. All are welcome. For more information contact Community VNA at 508-222-0118 or E-mail Frances_Anderson@Verizon.net.

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Caller, Dan Pearl; music by Nat Hewitt, Glen Loper, and John Cote Goff Memorial Hall, 12 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA Friday, January 1 , 8 p.m. costs $8 Information: All dances taught. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. Contact: 508-252-63 5; http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, January 1 , at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 12 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA. All dances will be taught by caller Dan Pearl. Music will be performed by Nat Hewitt, Glen Loper, and John Cote. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $8. For information, call 508-252-63 5; http://www. contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html.

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Caller, Sue Rosen; music by Alden Robinson, Mark Roberts, and Bruce Rosen. Goff Memorial Hall, 12 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA Friday, January 28, 8 p.m. costs: $8 All dances taught. Beginners welcome. Contact: 508-252-63 5; http://www. contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html There will be a Rehoboth contra dance on Friday, January 28, at 8:00 p.m. at Goff Memorial Hall, 12 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA. All dances will be taught by caller Sue Rosen. Music will be performed by Alden Robinson, Mark Roberts, and Bruce Rosen. Beginners welcome. Partners not necessary. $8. For information, call 508-252-63 5; http://www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth. html.

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Community VNA Hospice offers ongoing support. Drop-in groups are held that are informal, supportive and provide suggestions for coping with grief. Meetings are the first Monday of each month from 7:00 - 8:30 P.M. Please call Denise Boissoneault, Bereavement Coordinator at 774.203.1373 or 800.220.0110. The meetings are at Community VNA, 10 Emory Street in Attleboro. Program is free and open to the public. To learn more about all of our grief support, please visit the agency website at www.communityvna.com. Community VNA Hospice Care offers grief support to anyone in the community who has had a loss through death, not just for those who were cared for by hospice. Our grief professionals, who specialize in grief and loss, can offer some suggestions or sources of support. They are a resource for those dealing with grief, as well as for those seeking guidance on how to support others who are grieving. For more information contact the Bereavement Coordinator at Community VNA Hospice Care at 800-220-0110, x1373 or visit us online at www.communityvna.com.

Attleboro Historic Preservation Society Thursday, January 20th

As part of its ongoing mission to preserve, restore, promote and develop the historical assets of our city, the Attleboro Historic Preservation Society will visit the historic Grace Baptist Christian Academy building. This was the site of Talaquega Park Casino which was opened by the Bristol County Electric Street Railway in 1902. Talaquega Park Casino was an amusement center where customers of the trolley line could enjoy functions in the ballroom and the outdoor gardens and bandstand. The present day occupant, Pastor Bailey of the Grace Baptist Christian Academy, will discuss the history of the building and its various other owners, including a TB hospital and a nursing home. This program will be presented at the monthly meeting of the Attleboro Historic Preservation at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at the Grace Baptist Christian Academy, 100 Oakhill Area Since 1973 Avenue, Attleboro, MA. Parking is in the rear of the building. The public is invited to attend.

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Wednesday, January 12th, SEMA/PSG (SouthEastern MA/ Parkinson Support Group) will meet at 10AM at the Community VNA at 10 Emory Street, Attleboro, MA. The presentation by Nancy Mazonson, Program Coordinator from the Jewish Family and Children’s Services,will demonstrate the positive correlation between the practice of singing and dance and the improvement of movement by PDers. Refreshments are served, All are welcome,For more information contact Community VNA at 508-222-0118 or E-mail: Frances_Anderson@Verizon.net. See you there.

Volunteers Needed for Community Allocation Panels

United Way of Greater Attleboro/Taunton invites volunteers to participate on its Community Allocation Panels. Volunteers will review funding proposals from various programs, discuss the value and impact of the program to the community, conduct site visits, hear presentations from prospective partner agencies, and ultimately make funding investment recommendations to the Board of Directors. This is a great opportunity to get to know and serve your community. If you are interested in volunteering, or would like more information, please visit our website at www.uwgat.org, or contact Melissa Vanhorn, Community Impact Coordinator at 508-222-2337, ext.106 or Melissa@uwgat.org.

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SPORTS UPDATE

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2011 Season registration forms were sent home last month with all Beckwith and Palmer River students. All registration forms must be received by February 15th to ensure a spot on a team. If you did not receive your forms, they are available on the RYBSA website. You may also register online. Note: “RYBSA does not receive any money from the processing fees.”

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RYBSA will now be offering team sponsorships. Your companies name will be printed on the back of each uniform. This is a great way to help support the league and to advertise your business. Sponsorships will be $500 per team. Please contact Jay Delaplain jdelaplain@rybsaonline.com or Al Tatton atatton@ rybsaonline.com if you would like to sign up. Sponsorships must be in by January 31st.

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Seekonk Warriors Upset DR Falcons on Thanksgiving 12-7

The Seekonk High School Warriors football team handed the Dighton Rehoboth Falcons football team their first league loss of the season on a cold Thanksgiving morning. Senior quarterback and Captain Jake Lyman helped guide Seekonk to the upset victory. The Seekonk defense, which finished #1 in the Southcoast Conference allowing an average of only 10.3 points per game, held DR to only 105 yards and 1 touchdown. Bryan Rocha scored D-R’s only touchdown on the day and Mason Hinken kicked the PAT. Seekonk’s Captain Matt Lockwood rushed for over 162 yards and two touchdowns to help give Seekonk the win. Much of the credit for the win also went to Seekonk’s offensive line – tackles Nate Robitaille and Alex Ruckel, guards Mike Braunsdorf and Tyler Viera and center Ari Kappatos. The holiday rivalry is one of the oldest in the area which began 5 years ago. Seekonk has now won of the past 6 Thanksgiving Day games.

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Local Kids earn Jr. Black Belt

Four local residents earned the rank of Junior Black Belt on December 5th in Seekonk. Pictured left to right are Camryn Thompson, Zaria Santos (Seekonk), Grandmaster Mark Sheeley, Trevor Simmons (Rehoboth) and Joshua Lane (Seekonk)

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Troop 1 Rehoboth Has Been Busy

Troop 1 Rehoboth has been busy this past summer and fall. They spent a week at Yawgoog in July, September they worked on their wilderness camping and pioneering. They continued this in October. They went for their annual November cabin camping at Yawgoog where they cooked up their Thanksgiving diner with all the trimmings. They also completed another one of their 10 mile hikes toward their hiking merit badge. On the home front they did their annual food drive on November 3rd for the Rehoboth Pantry partnering up once again with Pack 2, Rehoboth. They also volunteered their time at the Blanding Library moving boxes of books and finally helping set up and tear down the voting booths for the November election. They just recently had their court of honor/Christmas party where awards and badges where received and ranks where earned. Among them William Conner earned his 2nd class rank, Alex Lacasse 1st class, and Zac Oudin Star, all presented by their leader SPL Bradley Hoderny. Next month they are looking at doing the Merit Badge College and Klondike derby and hopefully sticking in a hike in Boston.

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Girl Scout Cookies are coming to town!

January is the beginning of Girl Scout Cookie time! Local troops will be selling their cookies directly to you. Did you know… All Girl Scout Cookies varieties are cholesterol free! Thin Mints is the top selling Girl Scout Cookie in America! Peanut Butter Patties have been in our Girl Scout Cookie line for over 30 years and are among the top 10 best selling cookies in America. New Shout Outs! Girl Scout Cookie has zero grams trans fat per serving, no artificial colors, no artificial preservatives, no high fructose corn syrup and no hydrogenated oils! Just like a cookie you might make with ingredients from your own pantry. All cookies are kosher. Girl Scout Cookies are a familiar part of American culture. For more than 80 years, Girl Scouts, with the enthusiastic support of their families, have helped ensure the success of local Girl Scout Cookie activities. From its earliest beginnings to its current popularity, the sale of cookies has helped Girl Scouts have fun, develop valuable life skills and make the world a better place by helping to support Girl Scouting in their communities. Girls are proud that their efforts provide resources for their local Girl Scout councils and for our own local Girl Scout troops. In the 1920s and 1930s, Girl Scouts in different parts of the country baked their own simple sugar cookies with their mothers. These cookies were packaged in wax paper bags, sealed with a sticker, and sold door to door for 25 to 35 cents per dozen. An Early Girl Scout Cookie® Recipe 1 cup butter 1 cup sugar plus additional amount for topping (optional) 2 eggs 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder Cream butter and the cup of sugar; add well-beaten eggs, then milk, vanilla, flour, salt, and baking powder. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Roll dough, cut into trefoil shapes, and sprinkle sugar on top, if desired. Bake in a quick oven (3 5°) for approximately 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges begin to brown. Makes six- to sevendozen cookies.

Rehoboth Girl Scout Troop 866 Bridges

On November 30 Junior Girl Scout Troop 866 celebrated with friends and family as they became Cadette Girl Scouts. During their candle light Bridging Ceremony the girls pledged their continuing commitment to scouting and graduated into the next level of scouting. Congratulations Troop 866!

Sr. Webelos from Packs 1 & 2 of Rehoboth spend a day with Troop 13!

The boy scouts of Troop 13 invited Packs 1 & 2 of Rehoboth to spend the day with them at Camp Buxton. They started out on a 3 mile hike through the woods pointing out the different trees and leaves and how they got their names. Next were the different projects the boys were working on in the woods, such as picnic table and bench for hikers to eat & rest. After the hike came lunch consisting of homemade beef stew and hotdogs. A game of touch football followed. The troop then gathered the scouts around to teach them fire safety, setting up a tent, then finishing with the right kinds of clothing to wear on camping outings. It was a beautiful day that the scouts all enjoyed together.

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Pack2 Cubs had a surprise visitor in December â€“ Santa! Taking time out of his busy holiday schedule to spend time with all of the good boys (and girls) of Pack 2, Santa delivered presents, merriment and good will. The members, friends and family of Pack 2, wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year!

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My project has concluded and I wanted to share the outcome of the project. The goal of the project was to collect 20 backpacks and fill them with school supplies. I collected over 44 backpacks and had enough school supplies to fill them all and still had school supplies left over to donate to The Segue Institute for Learning. The Segue Institute for Learning is a ray of hope in Central Falls. The children who attend the school are fortunate to have dedicated administrators and teachers guiding them in the school. The students I met during my time there were respectful of their school, teachers, and me. The students expressed their gratitude through their cheers in the morning meetings when I announced the outcome of my project. One Student approached me and said, “Thank You” as he shook my hand. Special Thanks To: Phoenix Inc., AAA of Providence, Santoro`s Pizza, George Family Orthodontics, Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parishioners, Doug`s Music, Martin School and Kevin Madden, Seekonk High School and Marcia McGovern, Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School and Joan Fargnoli, Mildred H. Aitken School and Nancy Gagliardi, Madeline Meyer for allowing me to put boxes in all of the schools.

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Your 2011 Health & Fitness Guide doable, sustainable advice for getting healthier in 2011 (ARA) - The fat-laden, high-sugar, spirit-soaked roller coaster ride of the holidays will be over before you know it and many of us will head into 2011 resolving to take better care of our health in the New Year. Losing weight and improving fitness are two of the most common New Year’s resolutions in America - year, after year, after year. It is possible, however, to make 2011 the last year you’ll have to resolve to eat better and exercise more. Start by looking for trusted resources that can help you focus on changing habits and developing a healthier, yet still enjoyable, lifestyle. And learn the truth behind some common obstacles to sustained weight loss. Members of the Mayo Clinic staff, authors of The Mayo Clinic Diet, offer some advice for improving your healthy lifestyle in the New Year:

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Your Health Matters. * Learn to make healthy food choices you can live with. The Mayo Clinic Diet relies on the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid, which guides you toward a general direction of smart eating. The base of the pyramid focuses on generous amounts of healthy foods that contain fewer calories in a large volume of food, like fruits and vegetables. As you progress toward the peak of the pyramid, you eat lesser portions of categories like whole grains, lean protein, dairy, healthy fats and even sweets.

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Be Happy & Healthy in 2011. five easy tips to Rest and Refresh for a healthier lifestyle (ARA) - Living a healthy lifestyle encompasses a plethora of things - it goes well beyond diet and exercise. Working to alleviate stress and getting enough sleep are two major factors to a healthier you. These five simple lifestyle tips can help improve your overall health and well-being throughout each day.

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Establish everyday healthy habits: Diet and exercise are essential for a good night sleep. Regular exercise in the morning or during the day, for just 30 minutes, will help you fall into a deeper sleep and wake up with more energy. Avoiding caffeine, nicotine or other stimulants will increase your quality of sleep as well. Also, staying away from heavy, fatty foods at dinnertime will promote a healthier digestive system. By eating at least two hours before bed, your body will be able to digest food more easily, which will help to keep you from tossing and turning. Just relax: After a long day, it is crucial to get some rest and relaxation to stay healthy. Reducing stress is important for mental stability and ultimately being a happier, healthier person. Performing daily relaxing rituals, like yoga or mediation, will help calm your mind and body from a stressful, busy day. If you donâ€™t have the time to spend stretching out in a yoga pose, try reading a book, catching up with your family around the living room, or sipping chamomile tea before bed. Making small changes like these are bound to keep you more relaxed, with plenty of peace of mind and primed for a restful night of sleep. Tossing and turning?: If you are having trouble relaxing and falling into a deep sleep, try logging a sleep diary for one week and list the time you went to bed, fell asleep, any night-time awakening, and the time you wake up. Calculate your average hours of sleep and look for patterns throughout the week. By observing what your body is telling you, you can make adjustments to get a deeper rest. Sleep is how the body rejuvenates so it is essential that you get at least eight hours per night. If you are regularly getting more than eight hours of sleep a day and still feel tired, you should consider seeing a physician to determine what your body is trying to say. Keep in mind that staying on a regular sleep schedule will keep you feeling more energized in the morning. Set the mood: The quality of sleep is as just as important as the number of hours you are sleeping. Without the proper sleep environment, your body becomes more vulnerable to diseases and your immune function decreases. Making simple changes to your sleep environment will help you sleep better; try avoiding bright lights, TV, texting, loud music and computers. Leave your busy day at the bedroom door and reserve your bed for sleep and downtime only, that way your body will prepare itself for sleep mode once your head hits the pillow.

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New Year...New You. The aroma and memory link is so powerful because our sense of smell is the only one of our five senses that is directly connected to the central nervous system. The nasal bulb, an area of densely packed neural receptors, sits near the center of our heads behind the nasal cavity and interfaces with the brain. Conversely, our experience of the world through our eyes, ears and fingertips is a much more remotely processed affair, with the information moving through great lengths of nerves and many connections before it is finally relayed to, and interpreted by, the brain. “It makes sense then, that if we were able to consistently tie our visual and auditory experience of the world with a distinct aromatic experience, the visual and auditory data could be much more effectively processed, retained and recalled,” says Tom Havran, product developer for Aura Cacia pure aromatherapy. The inspiring and memorable aromas of the botanical world are due to essential oils, the essences plants manufacture to perform functions like attracting pollinators, warding off disease and deterring predators. Essential oils are extracted from plants using steam distillation. They are completely natural, widely available, and can be great tools for stimulating mental clarity and the enhancement of memory. Mr. Havran suggests several mentally stimulating essential oils that will make you more productive by enhancing concentration and alertness, including: Sweet basil is great to diffuse at your desk when that inevitable post-lunch lethargy starts to sap your productivity. It’s as easy as placing 2 to 3 drops on a sticky note and positioning it near the exhaust fan of your computer. Rosemary oil is the one most associated with memory. Consider Ophelia’s quote from Shakespeare’s Hamlet: “There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance, pray, love, remember â€¦” Part of this regard may be due to rosemary’s bracing, fresh-herbal aroma. The scent invigorates and refreshes while it stimulates the mind. Havran makes this suggestion: “Try occasionally sniffing a small bottle of rosemary essential oil while preparing for a presentation and then smelling the oil again during the presentation itself. Place four to five drops on your pen the aroma might rouse your recall and improve your presentation.” Bergamot orange is loved by almost everyone who smells it, and the scent can inspire fantastic brainstorming sessions. Combine five to six drops per ounce of water and make a mist to occasionally spritz the atmosphere during your next meeting. Peppermint oil is regarded as a cephalic oil - it’s associated with the head, brain and nervous system. Use your fingertips to massage a single drop into the temples to clear the mind and dispel tension.

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SCHOOL NEWS Palmer River News Elise DuBois, Assistant to Principal

We Resolve to Raise Achievement - We would like to take this opportunity to wish you health, happiness, and a love for learning in the New Year. Join us in working toward our vision of helping all of our students to reach their individual academic potential. As we move forward in 2011, take time to talk with your children about their goals for their own learning in the New Year. Goal setting serves to change students approach to their work and leads to academic growth. Discuss how you will partner with your child to achieve their goals. Will you set up a new homework routine? Will you cut back on video game play and instead play strategy games? Will you start a daily home journal or Study Island routine? Raise the bar for your children by checking their backpack daily and discussing the work they bring home. The investment you put forward in your child’s learning will be...priceless. Do You Stop and Shop? – There is a wonderful promotion offered to us by Stop and Shop, “A+ School Rewards”. This promotion costs nothing to participate and our school is rewarded with an annual check presented by our local Stop and Shop representatives. Anyone may enroll; you do not even need to shop locally. If you would like to support this effort, go online to www. stopandshop.com/. Our school code is # 0826 . You may also call 1-8 -366-2668 (option 2) to elect our school. If you use the telephone option you need only your own phone number. If you registered last year, you must again register this year. At Present,

Palmer River has earned a total of $1 5. 8 and has 58 sponsors. There are schools with populations similar to our own that are earning upwards of $2,000 dollars. One high school had earned $ ,826. 2 for their school in 2009-2010. Please share this news with family and friends. This is a great opportunity for us to acquire new classroom resources for our children. Mrs. Augustyn Hosts the Polar Express - In Kindergarten, the children have been extremely busy and having a bunch of fun. Mrs. Augustyn reports that the children have been extremely lucky to have some parents who came in to our room and did some extra special activities with us. The children made melting snowman, gingerbread houses, and had a fun filled afternoon of the Polar Express. Special thanks to Mrs. Almeida, Mrs. Rossi, and Mrs. Mello. Fiction or Non fiction? That is the Question - In Mrs. Janson’s fourth grade classroom, in their study of non fiction, the students will be using and learning about the many traditional and computer reference sources available. For their January book report project, students will work alone or with a partner to choose a subject that motivates them to explore and research. They’ll use the information from their book(s) to create a game. It should be lots of fun at the end of the month teaching others how to play the games and learning about so many new things. The students hope to invite their fourth grade friends to play, too. This classroom is also hoping to get busy writing a daily journal/blog to tell their Hawaiian pen

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He looks in trees with his beak Looking for things to eat Flying through the sky Diving and doing loopdy loops in the sky And going screeeeeech! Screeeeeeech! A Storm Of Books! - In Mrs. Maguy’s first grade classroom the children have been reading up a storm! They have set their sites high and are working to attain their goal of reading1000 books by February th. As of December 21st, the children had read a total of 660+ books. I hear that the children are likely to get a celebratory pizza party when they have met their goal. We are very proud of the energy these students have put forth reading and appreciate the support that they have been given at home. It will likely feel great when they attain their goal and additionally become terrific readers! Ho-Ho-Horary -The first graders in Mrs. Bergeron’s classroom had a wonderful time this past holiday season with themed activities like “Grinch” Day, Polar Express Day, and more. The dreidel game was/is a BIG hit too! The children also completed a Venn diagram on the similarities/differences of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. They enjoyed learning about all of them. It Can’t Be Too Cold for Community Service - You would not believe the energy and dedication that was evident through the good deeds of Mr. Hoskins’ Pack 1. These boys recently volunteered to help rake and clean-up the Palmer River courtyard. The children reported after school on two occasions and set to sprucing and raking the outdoor area. Even with the crisp air biting their noses, these boys did not quit. Teamwork was the “flavor of the day” as the boys hoisted great tarps forward filled to the brim with fall leaves. We greatly appreciate the scouts commitment to community and their school. They worked so very hard- well done! (We would be happy to provide hot chocolate next year!)

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Beckwith Middle School Dates to Remember

Jan. 7 Grade 5 Social 2:30-4:30 p.m. Jan. 7 Student Council Dance 7-9:30 p.m. Jan. 14 Winter Math Meet in Norton Jan. 17 No School M.L. King Day Jan. 21 Geography Bee 8:20 a.m. Jan. 24 Early Release 11:30 a.m. Jan. 28 Term 2 Report Cards issued Feb. 2 Principalâ€™s Coffee 4:30 p.m.

Canned Food Drive

Beckwith Middle School has completed another successful canned food drive to benefit the Rehoboth Food Pantry. Over 3000 cans, cash, and gift cards were collected. Thank you to all who participated

Basketball

Try-outs for the basketball season have been completed. The Raiders team consists of Alex Richardson, Chandler Horton, Chris Trudeau, Kyle Rose, Seth Lundstrom, Matt Doane, Mike Rotondo, Alex Renzi, Jacob

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Beckwith Student Receives Honors

Late one evening in October, Beckwith student Dakota Ribeiro smelled smoke and was persistent in her efforts to respond appropriately. After telling her mother, she proceeded to shut off the main circuit breaker in her home. However, this action also shut off phone service to her home. Dakota quickly thought to use her grandmotherâ€™s life alert button to dispatch emergency services to the home. Thanks to her perseverance and quick thinking, what could have been a horrible tragedy was avoided. Chief Pray, Lieutenant Larrivie, and firefighter Mike Cordeiro of the Rehoboth Fire Department as well as David DeMarco of the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services came to Beckwith on November 22nd to present Dakota with fire safety award certificates from the State Fire Marshallâ€™s Office and the Rehoboth Fire Department. She was also awarded a medal for her actions. Congratulations to Dakota! We are all proud of you!

Cyber-bullying

Our 7th and 8th grade Computer Essentials classes will cover a section on cyber-bullying. We want students to be aware of what should not be tolerated and appropriate steps to take if necessary. As part of this segment, a bullying video will be shown in class. For those of you who are interested in viewing this video, it has been posted on our website. This would give you an opportunity to watch the video and then discuss it with your child after it is shown in class.

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Thoughts for Winter

With winter right around the corner, you may want to discuss with your child what he/she should do in the case of an unplanned early dismissal from school or if after school activities are canceled. In the event of district-wide early dismissals due to inclement weather, the local radio and television stations will be notified and they will carry the announcement. In this situation, the high school is dismissed first, followed by our middle school and finally the elementary school. If your middle schooler would be the first one home, he/she should know how to get in the house (with a key pinned in a special section of the backpack that isn’t used often perhaps or knowledge of where a special key is kept for emergencies). You can sign up to receive email or text alerts from WJAR’s website, www.thebostonchannel. com, or WHDH’s website to be notified of a school delay or closing. Our automated “One Call Now” system will allow us to notify parents by telephone. Hopefully we will have an uneventful winter, but it is always good to be prepared.

Additional Services to Students

We are pleased to announce that on November 22nd Helen Giannakoulis joined us as our new ELA literacy intervention specialist. Students who are serviced either under Title I or special education will begin working on their reading and writing skills with Ms. Giannakoulis. Students who are eligible for services brought letters home to their parents earlier this month.

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Music Notes

We are very pleased to announce that out of hundreds of students from forty schools in Massachusetts Beckwith students Nikita Bansal and Rebekah Philip were chosen to participate in the Southeastern Massachusetts District Chorus. Congratulations to Rebekah and Nikita!

School Day Ailments

As a reminder, if your child is not feeling well during the school day, he/she should be seen by the school nurse. Students should not be using their cell phones during the school day and should report to the nurse’s office if they do not feel well enough to stay in their classes. If your child should call/text you that he/she is not feeling well, please instruct them to see the nurse for a health evaluation. We rely on the medical expertise of our nurse to determine how to treat each individual’s health complaints.

Wellness Committee

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District is looking for parent volunteers to be part of the Wellness Committee. If you are interested, please contact the Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Wordell at jwordell@ drregional.org.

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Seekonk Kindergarten Registration

The Seekonk Public Schools will be having kindergarten registration daily during the month of January from 10AM – 2 PM. If your child will be 5 years of age by August 31, 2011, you may register your child at the school he/she will be attending. If you are unsure of your child’s school, please feel free to call either school for the information. Aitken School and Martin School will each hold an evening registration on February 1st from 5:30- :00PM. Kindergarten screening will be held on the fist 3 Mondays in March during the school day. Appointments will be made when you register your child for school. Registration packets are available at either school beginning January 3rd. Please feel free to call Aitken School 336-5230 or Martin School 336- 558 if you have any questions.

Dighton elementary School Integrated Preschool Programs

Dighton Elementary School announces screening and registration for the integrated preschool programs, Little Rascals and Stepping Stones. The programs are designed for children three and four years of age residing in Dighton, MA. A screening process will be held at the Dighton Elementary School on March , 8, 9, and 10, 2011. Contact Nancy Peixoto, the Special-Services Secretary, at 508-669- 2 5 Extension 3 to schedule an appointment for the screening process. Students, following the screening process, will be selected for the program using a lottery system. Twenty-four children will be selected to participate in the programs and eight will be chosen as alternates. Parents of the children selected to participate will be notified in writing by April 8, 2011. There is only a fee for the children without special learning needs and their transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Preschool tuition is $800/year, payable in two installments (Sept. and Jan.) Parents of these selected children must pay a registration fee of $150 no later than April 29, 2011. If the registration fee is not paid by April 29, 2011, the child will lose his/her place in the program.

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Seekonk Student Achieves Highest Honors at PCD

East Providence, RI — Erin Cuddigan ’13 from Seekonk recently made highest honors for the first trimester at Providence Country Day School. Highest honors are awarded to students earning a GPA of 3.8 to .0 with no grade below a B-. The Providence Country Day School, established in 1923, is a college preparatory school serving 300 students in grades 5-12. The diverse student population draws from more than 30 communities throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Our educational program balances rigorous academics, visual and performing arts, and competitive athletics. Our mission and values are upheld by a faculty distinguished by academic excellence and deep personal commitment.

SkillsUSA Fall State Leadership Conference

Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Career and Technical Ed students have just created their own SkillsUSA Chapter. SkillsUSA Massachusetts, in partnership with business and industry, provides opportunities for members to develop individually and improve teamwork, leadership and professional skills through education, training, service and competition. November 21-23, 2010, ten of our students had the opportunity to attend their very first SkillsUSA Fall State Leadership Conference in Marlborough, Massachusetts. The students at this conference participate in intensive leadership training in the areas of communication, employability skills, and teamwork just to name a few categories. They also had the opportunity to go offsite and work on a very impressive and well-organized community service project for the YMCA. Each of our students, individually, earned a certificate and pin for completing all of the requirements of the SkillsUSA Massachusetts Leader Award. They also competed in various team events in which they all gained valuable skills and experience which they will utilize everyday to strengthen their communication and employability skills. We also had 3 medal winners, 2 golds and a silver, as well as a safety award. Below is a photograph of ten extremely proud students holding their awards.

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Horbine School Closed for Winter

Hornbine School is closed and shuttered for the winter. It took a little more effort this year because the school was vandalized in mid-October. Rocks from the stone wall that surround the property were thrown through several windows on the south side of the building. One front window was damaged by a gun shot. With the help of two local businesses, the damage has been repaired. Jim Pike of Silver City Glass in Taunton used his expertise to replace the shattered wood and glass in two sashes. Ken Abrams of ABCO Glass on Rte. 44 in Rehoboth helped with the repair of two more windows. His use of antique glass helped to preserve the integrity of the damaged pieces. Each business donated time and materials making sure the repairs were completed before winter weather set in. Hornbine School wishes to acknowledge the help it received. Due to the efforts of two good neighbors, the school is secure again.

For Providence Country Day School students, challenging oneself in the classroom, in the art studio, on the athletic fields, on the stage and in the community is all in a day’s work. Parents and students are invited to attend classes and experience PCD’s learning environment firsthand.

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National statistics by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) count 15% of our nation’s children as clinically obese that figure rises to 20% in the population of children who have special needs. One in four adults in Massachusetts, a full 25% obese. The health risks include heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, lipid disorders, cancer, stroke and more. These risks are true not just for adults but also for our children. The very best thing a parent can do for their children is to model a healthy lifestyle. Family Memberships at the Y include opportunities for the whole family to enjoy time together while keeping each other healthy. No one is turned away for inability to pay. The YMCA is a non-profit charity organization and scholarship program is sponsored by individuals, organizations and businesses in our community. So come in and enjoy the preschool indoor tumbling playground use, shoot some hoops with your older kids during open gym, swim laps or splash around together in the pool, get a personalized exercise plan for ages 9 through adult and become a healthier family together. Bring your friends to the monthly special events.

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Research study at the YMCA of Greater Providence to help overweight kids and teens lose weight and eat healthy. The study is offered at no cost, and participants do not need to be a YMCA member or UnitedHealthcare insurance plan customer to enroll. Participation is limited to 150 families, and spaces are expected to fill quickly. For more information and eligibility requirements, contact a care coordinator at 01- 2 -1866 or visit www. iwilljoinin.com. Families of overweight children and teens in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts have the opportunity to participate in a study at the Y to evaluate an evidence-based program aimed at helping kids and teens achieve a healthier weight. The study, called JOIN, targets children between the ages of 6 and 1 who are above the 85th percentile for BMI (weight-to-height ratio) and are in general good health. JOIN will support families in building skills to effectively manage eating and activity patterns to achieve a healthier weight. The JOIN study is being supported by UnitedHealth Group, YMCA of the USA, the YMCA of Greater Providence and Gary Foster, Director of Temple University’s Center for Obesity Research and Education. “The JOIN study is looking to fill a void for families who are struggling with the effects of excess weight and its consequences,” said Karen Leslie, CEO of the YMCA of Greater Providence. “Most families know what to do – eat healthier and move more. This study will give them the tools and strategies they need to get started in the comfort of their home.” Beginning in February, eligible children and a parent are invited to participate in the six-month study by attending 12 group sessions at one of the following eight YMCA locations (Barrington, Cranston, East Side/Mt. Hope Providence, Warwick, Seekonk, Hopedale or West Bay). In addition to YMCA sessions, each family is supported with materials for 12 self-study home sessions designed to promote healthier eating and more active lifestyles.

January 2011 “Today, there are few comprehensive treatment programs outside of hospital-based settings. The JOIN study will evaluate the effectiveness of a comprehensive community-based program founded on evidence-based guidelines,” said Dr. Deneen Vojta, Senior Vice President of UnitedHealth Group’s Center for Health Reform and Modernization “This first-of-its-kind study will assess whether proven strategies for child and teen weight management can be effectively implemented at the Y,” said Foster, who is evaluating the program. “If so, millions of families across the country who are struggling with their weight will have access to state-of-the-art treatments.” Foster noted that, if successful, the program could spread beyond Rhode Island to YMCAs nationwide. This study complements other research being done in Providence. “We are currently conducting studies to evaluate the efficacy of new strategies to improve weight control for children and adolescents. However, these studies are hospital-based and accommodate a small number of participants,” said Elissa Jelalian, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Alpert Medical School of Brown University. “JOIN provides a terrific opportunity to examine the effectiveness of already established weight-control principles delivered in an easily accessible community setting, the YMCA. If the approach is found to be effective, it will provide a great opportunity to disseminate weight-control interventions at a community level.” “The YMCA of Greater Providence is committed to addressing the needs of people living with chronic illness,” added Leslie. “We’ve had great success with our LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program for cancer survivors and, most recently, the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program. The JOIN study represents one more way we can tackle a critical issue in our community, that of childhood obesity. We are eager to move forward with this effort that will benefit young people for generations to come.”

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Schedule your birthday party at the Y and pick any of the following themes: Toddler Tumbling, Gym Relay Games, Moon Bounce, Dance or Acro Dance, Sports Medley, Pool Palooza, Indoor Volleyball, Soccer, Tennis or Badminton. Community Groups, Mom Groups, PTAs or businesses may also schedule a party. One hour of activities and one hour of party room. Fees range from $125 to $225. Includes a birthday host and/or instructor.

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CPR And Basic Life Support Classes Offered At Sturdy Memorial

Attleboro, MA, December 22, 2010 – Sturdy Memorial Hospital’s Nursing Education Department is currently accepting registrations for the following CPR courses; all classes are held at the Hospital and are open to the public: Healthcare Provider CPR Course: Thursday, January 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Auditorium. The class is designed for all professional health care providers who care for patients in a wide variety of settings. The fee is $50/per person, and includes a current text. BCLS/ CPR Marathon: Thursday, January 20 from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., or 3: 5 to 6:15 p.m. in the Auditorium. The Basic Cardiac Life Support/ CPR course is designed for those seeking recertification, and a current CPR card must be presented at time of registration. You must be prepared to perform according to current standards. The fee is $50/per person, and includes current learning materials. Pre-registration is required in order to obtain learning materials prior to the class. For more information or to register for any of these classes, please call the Nursing Education Department at 508/236- 161.

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Attleboro, MA, November 29, 2010 – New mothers – women with babies between the ages of 0 and 9 months - can talk about their growing babies, discuss concerns and expectations, learn different tips from other mothers in the group and more. Sturdy Memorial Hospital is hosting a FREE New Moms Group. The program will be led by a registered nurse from our maternity unit. The next three week program will begin on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 and continue on January 12 and 19. The group will meet from 10 - 11:30 a.m. in the Clinical Education Center located near the main lobby of the Hospital. Class size is limited so early reservations are recommended. To register, please call 508/236- 151.

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The Center For Bladder & Pelvic Health At OB/GYN Associates Of Attleboro Promotes Bladder Health Awareness

Attleboro, MA, December 8, 2010 – The Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health at OB/GYN Associates of Attleboro encourages people with symptoms of urological conditions to talk with their physicians. The following bladder conditions affect millions of people who should not suffer in silence because, if left untreated, these conditions impact quality of life and can sometimes lead to more serious disorders. These and other bladder and pelvic conditions are treated by specially trained physicians at the Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health: Urinary Incontinence: The loss of bladder control, or urinary incontinence, can be caused by a number of disorders and is suffered in silence by more than 15 million Americans, primarily women, according to the American Urological Association (AUA). Urinary incontinence can present with frequent, uncontrollable urges to urinate, otherwise known as urge incontinence or “overactive bladder”; during activities such as coughing or running; or when the quantity of urine produced exceeds the bladder’s holding capacity, causing leakage. These conditions are often treatable by minimally invasive management—fluid management, scheduled toileting, bladder retraining, Pelvic Muscle Rehabilitation (PME), and medication—but if these methods fail, then surgical treatment is necessary. The Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health offers these treatments as well as Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS), an effective, painless treatment for urge incontinence that uses a fine needle to send a small electrode to the nerves at the base of the spine which regulate bladder function. Urinary Tract Infections (UTI): According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), urinary tract infections are the second most common type of infection in the body and account for about 8.3 million doctor visits each year. Although they are more common in women—one in five women develops a UTI during her lifetime—they can also happen in men and children. UTI symptoms include pain, a frequent need to urinate, and a burning sensation during urination. UTIs are treated with antibacterial medications and are often cured with one or two days of treatment, but if left untreated, can migrate deeper into the urinary tract and possibly lead to life-threatening kidney infections. Interstitial Cystitis (IC): Interstitial cystitis is a long-term yet treatable inflammatory condition of the bladder affecting an estimated

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Attleboro, MA, December 7, 2010 – Deb Brown (left), Catering Coordinator for Panera Bread Plainville, and Sharon Santos (right), Catering Coordinator for Panera Bread North Attleborough, present a check for $1,185.25 to Kevin Poirier (center), Sturdy Memorial Foundation Director of Development. The money was raised through Panera Bread’s Pink Ribbon Bagel Campaign for breast cancer awareness and support. For every bagel sold during the month of October at the North Attleborough and Plainville stores, 25 cents was earmarked for programs offered through the Hospital’s Oncology Department. Sturdy Memorial Hospital is a full-service, independent, financially stable, notfor-profit acute care community hospital in Attleboro, Massachusetts.

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1.3 million Americans, more than 1 million of which are women, according to the NIH. Symptoms of IC include frequent and sometimes painful urination, urinary urgency, painful intercourse, and chronic pelvic pain. Treatments include a combination of medications in liquid form regularly instilled into the bladder with a catheter to help repair the bladder lining and decrease the nerve sensitivity of the bladder; medication approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration); pain management; physical therapy of the pelvic floor; and/or avoiding triggers.

About The Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health

Formed in November 2005, the Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health at OB/GYN Associates of Attleboro is located adjacent to the practice at 671 North Main Street in Attleboro. The Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health provides new, innovative testing and procedures to promote preventive measures and motivate individuals to seek treatment for treatable bladder and pelvic conditions. For more information, call 508-222-1105. OB/GYN Associates of Attleboro is a practice of Sturdy Memorial Associates (SMA), a network of 55 physicians who understand the importance of high quality, local health care.

Free Heart Healthy Fair On February 4 Stroke Screenings to Be Offered

Attleboro, MA, December 21, 2010 – Sturdy Memorial will hold its annual Heart Healthy Fair on Friday, February 4, 2011 from 7 – 11:30 a.m. in Conference Rooms A, B & C at the Hospital. The fair will feature health screenings, general health information, samples of heart healthy food and more. Blood pressure measurements, risk factor assessments, stroke screenings, arterial disease screenings (no nylon hosiery or tights), and glucose and cholesterol testing will be offered free of charge. Cholesterol tests require a 12-hour fast. Test results will be mailed. Hospital staff nurses and laboratory technicians will administer the screenings. Pre-registration is required for glucose and cholesterol testing. To make an appointment, please call 508/236-8555. For the convenience of our patients and visitors, curbside valet service is available at the Emergency Care Center (ECC) entrance. The valet service is Free to all patients and visitors and is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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(ARA) So you think you know suet? Think again. Today’s suet is not the messy, hard-to-manage lump of congealed animal fat that your grandparents had to contend with. Modern suet has gone gourmet, and can be served in convenient suet cakes, suet kibbles, suet nuts and suet pearls loaded with treats that backyard birds adore, like nuts, grains and berries. You can even find squirrel-proof varieties that thwart the bushy-tailed bullies by including habanero pepper in the succulent fat. For the winter season, you may need to change some of the foods you offer backyard birds. Suet is an essential source of energy for birds during long, cold winter months. So if you’ve avoided serving suet in the past, or have been unsuccessful at attracting birds with suet while keeping squirrels away, here are some suet secrets to get you on your way this winter:

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While many species, like robins and sparrows, will migrate south, many stay put, like cardinals and chickadees. These birds rely on high-calorie, high-fat foods, like suet, to help maintain their increased metabolic rate during a season when their normal food sources, such as insects and berries, are scarce. If you want to attract a bounty of birds to your backyard during cold months, fat is your friend. Birds love suet, the solid fat rendered from beef, venison or vegetables that provides concentrated energy to help birds make it through freezing winter days and nights. Typical suet-eating birds include woodpeckers, bluebirds, chickadees, titmice and nuthatches, but you never know who might show up, like a kinglet or warbler. Feeding birds through winter can actually improve traffic at your feeder, since many birds will find and stay where there is a reliable food source.

Supplement suet with seed

While birds need suet during winter, they also need a variety of foods that normally constitute their diets as well. Supplement your suet feeding with plenty of seeds, presented in a variety of feeding styles. Variety and reliability will attract birds and keep them coming back to your yard throughout the year. One way to cater to birds that love seeds, nuts or berries is to try a suet-seed mix like Nutberry Suet Blend, offered by Cole’s Wild Bird Products, which mixes human-grade cherries, apples and blueberry-flavored cranberries, preferred nuts, nutritious insect suet kibbles and whole kernel sunflower meats into an energy-packed, powerhouse feed. Cole’s suet cakes are offered in an assortment of blends, such as Blue Ribbon, mixing rendered beef suet, sunflower seeds, millet, and cracked corn, formulated to attract the largest variety of birds. You can also stir things up further by serving some innovative “gourmet style” suet products that are in forms other than traditional cakes. Try Suet Pearls, which offer sunflower meats buried within

January 2011 The Reporter energy full suet pellets; Suet Nuts, that combine nourishing peanuts with berry suet; or Suet Kibbles, which mix berry flavor and dried insects in a convenient, non-messy, kibble form. Squirrels love suet too, and can quickly consume a cake that would otherwise feed dozens of birds for days. To discourage squirrels, Cole’s offers Hot Meats suet cakes, which uses a patented technology tested by scientists at Cornell University, consisting of rendered beef suet, red chili peppers, sunflower meats, corn, and oats. Birds love it but can’t taste the heat that squirrels hate.

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Different species of birds prefer different types of feeders, so supply several styles of feeders arranged around your backyard. You can serve up suet in traditional suet cages as well as wood and cage style feeders that protect birds from the elements by making them hang upside-down while feeding. You can also use peanut feeders to serve newer, innovative suet products like Suet Pearls, Suet Nuts and Suet Kibbles. Be sure to locate feeders out of the wind, positioning them near natural cover and perches like bushes and trees. For ground feeding, provide an area near cover with a clear view of the surroundings. This winter season, boost backyard birds’ energy levels and serve up suet. You’ll enjoy winter bird-watching and the birds will benefit from the extra energy suet provides. Be patient though, it may take a few weeks before the birds discover newly placed feeders. While you wait, be sure to keep the feeders full. Eventually, the birds will come. For more information on Coles Feed visit www.coleswildbird.com.

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Gardening Season Doesn’t Have to end When the Ground Freezes (ARA) - Falling leaves and frost often bring bittersweet feelings for gardeners. On one hand, you reflect warmly on all that was accomplished during the season - be it a bumper tomato harvest or vivid memories of the color displays during each part of the growing season. On the other hand, you can’t wait to get the spade in the ground in the spring and it’s driving you crazy. But just because the outdoor growing season has come to a close, there’s no reason you have to put your garden on the back burner. If your thumb remains perpetually green, there are plenty of ways to satisfy your gardening itch during the off season. While you can spend the colder months doing your homework for next year’s garden, it’s also possible to continue the physical part of gardening within the comfort of your home. Improvements to grow lights have made it easier than ever to bring your garden inside. Once known for devouring electricity, grow lights have become more and more efficient, making indoor gardening a more realistic option. For example, SonnyLight LED grow light systems use only 15 watts per unit or about $12 per year. Product developer Leo “Sonny” Hayes noted that plants use only a small portion of the visible light spectrum, enabling him to design a light using only the necessary amount of energy needed for plants to grow. If you’re wondering what types of things you can do with an indoor garden, here are a few ideas: * Start your seedlings for next year. Rather than paying for greenhouse seedlings, grow them yourself. SonnyLight provides the traditional garden flat, for easy transplanting outside once the weather warms. * Plant flowers to brighten up your house. Flowers can add a little extra life to dark winter days. Use them to freshen up your living space or let your children take care of them while they grow before taking them to their rooms for decoration.

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(ARA) - Garden lovers don’t need to let the cold season get them down. In fact, this can be the ideal time to start planning your landscape for spring and summer. Harness your excitement and prepare a plan with some expert help. “There are so many details involved in creating the landscape of one’s dreams that it’s easy to become confused,” says Bobbie Schwartz, president of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD). “In the long run, hiring a professional, who will get it done right the first time, can save money.” Here are some tips from professional landscape designers. * Is there a certain room in which you spend more time looking out at your landscape? Look at the view carefully and take note - literally - of anything that catches your eye, good or bad. * Collect inspiration. Creating a file of images that inspire and excite you is a good idea, and it can be a great way to connect with your landscape designer when you meet. * Think curb appeal. A well-designed front landscape can emphasize your home’s beauty and diminish any potential eyesores. Get in touch with a landscape designer who can help you by going to www.apld.org and clicking on Find a Designer.

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SMFC Announces Open Rehearsals

The Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus (SMFC) will begin its 2011 Spring Season with Open Rehearsals on January 2 and 31. The 90-member SMFC is the largest auditioned chorus in the area and is seeking enthusiastic singers who are looking for a new forum in which to apply their abilities. SMFC’s Open Rehearsals are a great opportunity for new singers to meet the directors and other members of the group, learn more about SMFC membership and preview the group’s musical program. This season, the chorus will present a benefit concert for the American Cancer Society in May at locations in Taunton and Bridgewater. Entitled “Faith, Hope & Love,” the concert will be accompanied by live orchestra and will include a number of solo performance opportunities. New members are invited to attend Open Rehearsals on Monday, January 2 and 31 at :00pm. A brief audition will take place at the end of each. No preparation of music is required - audition selection will be taken from rehearsal material. Open Rehearsals and all weekly rehearsals are held Mondays, :00 – 9:00pm, at the First Congregational (Stone) Church, Route 10 in Raynham, MA. For more information, please visit www.smfconline.org, call 508821-95 1 or email admin@smfconline.org.

Audubon Society of Rhode Island Discover the Natural Wonders that Winter Brings

Experience quiet trails, winter birding, evening owl prowls and snowshoeing on fresh powder. Bring a friend, bundle up and join an Audubon expert to discover those natural wonders found only during the winter months. A complete listing of activities and programs are detailed in the Audubon Nature Tours and Program Guide. Visit www.asri.org to download a copy. Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. Call ( 01) 9 9-5 5 ext. 30 1 or email programs@asri.org.

January 11, 18 & 25 tuesday Morning Bird walks 8:00 a.m.

Audubon Tuesday morning bird walks will continue through the end of January. Phil Budlong will be coordinating the programs. Meet at the Charlestown Mini-Super on Route 1-A at 8:00 a.m. For details on the itinerary, email Phil at pbudlong@cox.net. No advance registration is required. Departs from Charlestown Mini-Super, 0 1 Old Post Road (Route 1-A), Charlestown, RI; Every Tuesday through January 2011; 8:00 am; Program Fee: Free. Ages: Adult.

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Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge; Smithfield, RI 6:30 â€“ 8:00 p.m. Did you know there are several species of owls that live right here in New England? Some might live near your back yard. Come learn about these amazing birds of prey, hear their calls and get up-close with a live owl. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $8/member, $12/non-member; Ages: Adult. Course Number: 11 333-39 . To register call ( 01) 9 9-5 5 , ext. 30 1 or email programs@asri.org.

January 15 - winter Big day 2011

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long van trip in search of our feathered winter residents. Barrow’s Goldeneye, Eurasian Wigeon, Short-eared Owl and Snow Bunting are among the birds we hope to find. Dress warmly and pack a lunch and optics. Departs from Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $45/member, $55/non-member; Ages: 16+. Course Number: 014333-01. To register call (401) 9495454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

January 15 Snowshoeing at Fort Refuge

Audubon Fort Wildlife Refuge; North Smithfield, RI 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Explore the beauty of the Fort Wildlife Refuge in winter. Search for tracks and other signs of wildlife. If there is no snow we will hike the trails. Program will be cancelled if the trails are too icy. You must supply your own snowshoes. They can be rented from REI or Eastern Mountain Sports. Fort Nature Refuge, (Rt. 5), 1443 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $8/member, $12/non-member; Ages: 12+. Course Number: 154333-395. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

January 22 - Winter Birding at Sachuest Point

Middletown, RI 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is one of the few places in Rhode Island where the “hot” birding occurs during the winter. Horned Larks, Snow Buntings, Short-eared Owls, Purple Sandpipers, and the stars of the show, Harlequin Ducks, are often spotted. Meet in the refuge parking lot, then head for the shore to look for waterfowl and other winter residents of the rocky seashore and scrubby coastal habitats. Be sure to dress for the cold and the wind. Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, Third Beach Road, Middletown, RI; Program Fee: $8/member adult, $4/member child; $10/non-member adult, $5/non-member child; Ages: 10+. Course Number: 044166-91. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org

January 22 - Winter Photography Exploration

Locations Across the State 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Winter is an excellent time to capture dramatic photographic images. For those who brave the elements, it can be very rewarding. Join a van trip and explore a variety of landscapes in search of beautiful winter scenes. Tips and suggestions will be offered throughout the day as we encounter different photographic situations. All levels of photographers are welcome. Pack a lunch and dress warmly. Departs from Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RIProgram Fee: $45/member, $55/non-member; Ages: 16+. Course Number: 014333-02. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org

January 26 - Owl Prowl at Fort Refuge

Audubon Fort Wildlife Refuge North Smithfield, RI 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bundle up and join Audubon for a night hike on the Fort Refuge in search of owls. Your guide call for different species of owls as you travel through mixed and pine woods in search of these amazing creatures. Wear warm shoes or boots and dress warmly. Bring a flashlight. Hike will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or icy trails. Fort Nature Refuge, (Rt. 5), 1443 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $8/member, $12/non-member; Ages: 10+. Course Number: 114333-398. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

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January 19 - Full Moon Owl Prowl

Audubon Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge Exeter, RI 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Hit the trails with Audubon for a full moon owl prowl. Start the evening indoors with an informative presentation on these creatures and a look at one of Audubon’s live owls. Then head out under the light of the full moon in search of these birds in their natural habitat. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Meet in the Nature Center. Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RIProgram Fee: $8/member adult, $4/member child; $12/nonmember adult, $6/non-member child; Ages: 6+. Course Number: 13-4333-171. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

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January 2011 Programs and Events for Children and Families

Bundle up and head out with your flashlight on the frosty trails in search of owls and other wildlife or bring the kids to Audubon story time and nature programs. A complete listing of activities and programs are detailed in the Audubon Nature Tours and Programs, a free guide to connecting with the natural world. Available by calling (401) 949-5454 or online at www.asri.org.

January 21 - Story Time with Audubon In Grandpa’s Sugarbush by Margaret Carney and Janet Wilson

Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Rd., Smithfield, RI Program Times are 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; Program Fee: $5/member child; $6/nonmember child. Ages: 3-5. Course Number: 114333-390.

January 8 - Animal Tracks and Signs

Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge Smithfield, RI 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Learn how to identify different tracks and other signs of our native mammals and birds. Explore patterns, investigate artifacts, and try your hand at making plaster tracks to take home. Venture out on the trails to see what evidence we can find of wild things. Dress for the weather. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $8/member adult/child pair, $4/each additional member; $12/non-member adult/child pair; $6/each additional non-member; Ages: 6+. Course Number: 114333-393. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org

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January 26 - Owl Prowl at Fort Refuge*

Audubon Fort Wildlife Refuge North Smithfield, RI 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bundle up and join Audubon for a night hike on the Fort Refuge in search of owls. Your guide call for different species of owls as you travel through mixed and pine woods in search of these amazing creatures. Wear warm shoes or boots and dress warmly. Bring a flashlight. Hike will be canceled in the event of inclement weather or icy trails. Fort Nature Refuge, (Rt. 5), 1443 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $8/member, $12/non-member; *Note this program is appropriate for ages: 10+. Course Number: 114333-398. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

January 8 - Winter Beach Walk

Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge Smithfield, RI; 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Join Kimball naturalist Bob Kenney for an afternoon walk along Moonstone Beach, without the summer crowds or closed piping plover nesting areas. We’ll be there on the out-going tide, perfect for some leisurely beach combing and bird watching. Even though Moonstone is known as a “clothing optional” beach, the only option today is likely to be whether to wear three, four, or five layers. Bring your binoculars; we’ll have a spotting scope available. Moonstone Beach Road, South Kingstown, RI; Program Fee: $8/ member, adult, $4/member child; $10/non-member adult, $5/nonmember child; Ages: All. Course Number: 044166-93. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org

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From the State House Representative Steven D’Amico’s Farewell Address December 16th State House, Boston MA

It has been a singular honor to serve in this House of history, this people’s House. It was from here, this very House that Representative Samuel Adams set in motion events that lead to the American Revolution. We follow in the fading footsteps of great patriots. I am honored, humbled and grateful to the good people of the 4th Bristol District for this privilege. Thank you. I will forever be in your debt. Politics is a tough business. Truth sometimes can be in short supply. It was said during my campaign that I was a rubber stamp for leadership. Mr. Speaker I know that you wish this was true. In reality we agreed only about half the time. (That’s okay, Mr. Speaker, I still like you!) I always voted my conscience, the consequences be damned. It was said that I was funded by socialists. This was a curious falsehood. It was always my observation that such people were socialists precisely because they had no money. It was said that I voted for tax increases, and of this Mr. Speaker I plead guilty. This was a tough vote, particularly in my district. I could have taken the easy vote, and the easy road to reelection, but I could not. To have done so would have given credence and encouragement to the right’s narrative that taxation is theft and government the enemy. Neither is true. Taxes are the dues we pay to live in a free and civilized Society. Government is the tool through which we invest in our collective wellbeing and our future success. It is the foundation of our economic strength and our quality of life. It is through government that we educate our children, and care for our elders and the less fortunate – like our neighbors burdened with mental illness or families struggling to care for children with developmental disabilities. Wise investments in critical areas like education, transportation, public safety and a trustworthy judicial system have historically been the underpinning of our economic strength. If you doubt that this is true, ask yourself – what is the difference between our success as a nation and a failed state like Zimbabwe? What is the difference between Massachusetts, where we enjoy the fourth highest income in the country and Arkansas, which has a household income that is close to half of ours? To those who place overwhelming value on low taxes, I would invite you to move to Arkansas, or Mississippi or Alabama and see if you are satisfied with the quality of your children’s education, your economic opportunities or your quality of your life. Mr. Speaker, I spent twenty years in the private sector before serving in the House. Any successful businessperson will tell you, that if you stop investing in yourself you are falling behind your competition. And in recent years Mr. Speaker we have been falling behind.

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Today Massachusetts ranks 46th among the 50 states in per capita support for public higher education, and over the last five years we have cut funding more than any other state. That is not a recipe for future economic success. It has been my experience Mr. Speaker that people understand the value of public investments. They are wiling to pay their fair share when they feel their hard earned money is being spent wisely. However Mr. Speaker, the actions of those who exercise power for personal gain or to satisfy petty personal grudges undercut the people’s faith in government and their willingness to invest in their future success. It seems Mr. Speaker, that over the past fifteen years this body has been embroiled in one scandal after another, and this had done great harm to the Commonwealth.c When officials personally benefit from their public responsibilities they steal something more valuable than money. They take the public’s trust and rob them of the belief that we can collectively solve our problems. This is a direct threat our economic well-being and our quality of life because both are dependent on public investments. Mr. Speaker, the string of scandals that has gripped this house is no accident. It is the inevitable result of too much power concentrated in too few hands. Mr. Speaker, I know you as a person of good will. With your leadership we passed groundbreaking transparency reforms this session that will allow the public to easily see how their money is spent. I know, Mr. Speaker that you did not create the current system. It evolved over time to be this way. But you can change it. You can give people back confidence in their government. It is now time for this body to turn its attention to reforming itself. We need to build a more collaborative process where the membership is not only encouraged but expected to participate the process in significant ways. We need to establish a system where more of the people’s work is done in the open. The public deserves to know how and why decisions are made on their behalf. When power is too closely held we create a space where the abuse of power can take root where corruption can flourish. It is only human nature to exploit opportunity. When too few people make too many decisions behind closed doors we shouldn’t be surprised when the public trust is violated. I would like to close Mr. Speaker with a quote from the greatest of our colonial patriots, Samuel Adams, who served in this House for nine years and later in the Senate and as our Governor; Sam Adams, who through his literary, oratory and organizational skills willed into existence the revolution that give birth to our great republic and inspired the dreams and aspirations of people throughout the world and across history. He was a man of meager means who never sought financial benefit from his role as a public citizen. “Every citizen will see, and I hope be deeply impressed with a sense of it, how exceedingly important it is to himself, and how intimately the welfare of his children is connected with it, that those who are to have a share in making as well as in judging and executing the laws should be men of singular wisdom and integrity.” Thank you and farewell.

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Republican Lawmakers Make Melissa’s Bill 2011 Legislative Priority Call on Colleagues to Support Legislation to keep Repeat Offenders Behind Bars BOSTON—Rep. Steven Howitt joined his Republican colleagues to call on other legislators to join them in making “Melissa’s Bill” a 2011 legislative priority. “Melissa’s Bill” was filed in the memory of Melissa Gosule, a then-27-year-old teacher who was murdered in 1999 by a repeat offender who had served less than two years in jail for a combined 27 criminal convictions. “Melissa’s Bill” was refiled for multiple sessions, most recently in January of 2009 and has been stuck in the Judiciary Committee since March of the same year. If passed into law, repeat, violent offenders would be kept where they belong - behind bars. In the wake of the tragic shooting death of a Woburn Police Officer John Maguire by a career criminal, the Republican Caucus is hoping there will be an appetite to pass this critical piece of legislation early in the new legislative session. “I am honored to support this necessary legislation. It is long overdue and I look forward to debating this bill in the upcoming session. The well-being and safety of the citizens is one of the most important issues for the Legislature to defend,” stated Rep. Howitt. Among the components of “Melissa’s Bill” include: • Expands the habitual offender statute to better target the most dangerous repeat offenders, stating that the maximum punishment available by law shall be imposed for either a defendant’s third Superior Court felony conviction or a third conviction of a felony punishable by more than 10 years in prison. • Removes parole eligibility for those repeat offenders convicted under “Melissa’s Law.” • Requires revocations and imposition of the suspended sentence when a preponderance of the evidence establishes that the probationer committed a felony while on probation. Currently, there is no such requirement. • Removes loophole by specifically stating that state and federal convictions apply to the habitual offender statute. Currently, federal convictions are not included in the habitual offender statute. • Authorizes judges to impose conditions of release to make clear that sentences on new crimes committed during the pendency of a case shall run consecutively, eliminating the ability of defendants to agree to “package deals” and receive concurrent sentences for crimes committed while they are out on bail.

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The Reporter January 2011

News And Notes From

Blanding Library by Leslie Patterson

124 Bay state Road, Rehoboth, MA 508-252-4236, www.blandinglibrary.net

Tote Bags for Sale

Fine Amnesty

Once again the Blanding will be offering an amnesty on overdue fines in the month of January. Patrons who have currently overdue books will not have to pay overdue fines when they bring these items back this month. We strongly recommend that they bring in canned or boxed foods to donate to the library for the Rehoboth food bank instead. Please note that this offer pertains only to items currently checked out and overdue, not fines already on your record from last year.

Thanks to Volunteers

We want to thank the volunteers who helped out at the Blanding this past year including Avis Prior, Cathy Gaudet, Lee Krasner, Rebecca Philip, Loretta Lapierre, Betty Scanlon, Maryellen Delaplain, Clara Macbeth, Courtney Liston, and Andrew Carden. And again we thank all the townspeople who came out to support the Blanding when library funding was in jeopardy last May. Your efforts really made a difference.

Friends Membership

Friday & Saturday 10:00 - :00pm

Monday - Thursday 11:30 - 8:00pm

It’s time to remind all Friends of the Blanding Library to renew your membership in our Friends organization and to encourage others to join. The Friends is a group of volunteers who support the library and raise funds for extra things that just aren’t in the library’s tight budget. You may join for as little as $5 annually or become a lifetime member with a one-time contribution of $100. Friends members will be receiving renewal forms in the mail this month and we are including one here for your convenience. We ask for your prompt response. The biggest fund-raiser for the library is the annual used book sale. This year’s sale will be held the first weekend in April, a few weeks earlier than last year. We are already collecting used books in good condition. Please leave them at the library during business hours only please. Look for more details to follow in the coming months.

If you haven’t yet bought one of the new tote bags on sale at the library, they are still available for only $10 each. Not only do these bags feature a great design by library patron Deb Maher, they also have zippers, unlike most tote bags. The proceeds will go towards creating an outdoor sitting area and butterfly garden at Goff Hall.

Download in Overdrive

Did you know that the SAILS library network allows you to download audiobooks, eBooks and music? Go to sails.lib.overdrive.com where you can browse, check out, download and enjoy. Listen to titles on your computer, transfer to supported devices or burn some titles to CDs. You will need a SAILS library card. If you don’t have one you can get one for free at your public library. By the way, if anyone asks why the Blanding needs to be part of the SAILS library system in Southeastern Massachusetts, this alone is one very good reason. No small public library could offer a service like this on its own. The Blanding Library will be closed on Mon., Jan. 1 for Martin Luther King Day. The library will also be closed any time Rehoboth schools are closed due to snow. Check blandinglibrary.net for the latest library news.

Tot Time (under 30 min.) For children under 3

every other tuesday starts Jan. 11 at 10 a.m.

Story & Craft Hours For Kids aged 3-K

Jan. 12 – feb. 17 wed. 10-11 a.m., or thurs. 2-3 p.m.

Registration required For all programs. Call 508-252-4236

Membership Application Friends of the Blanding Library

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by sponsoring cultural programs and special projects.

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BE A FRIEND -- Choose your membership category and return this application with your annual dues. Make the check or money order payable to The Friends of the Blanding Library

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Seekonk Public Library

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Introduction to Figure Drawing for Adults

The Seekonk Public Library is pleased to offer a Figure Drawing series for adults with instructor Margaret Owen on Thursdays, January 6, 13, 20, and 2 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library’s Large Meeting Room. Registration is required and placement preference is given to Seekonk residents. Participants should bring pencils, pens, drawing paper, and a sketchpad to class. Sponsored by the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library. Instructor Margaret Owen invites beginners or serious artists who wish to improve their skills to learn the basics of figure drawing in an inspiring, friendly atmosphere. Instruction will cover the overall proportions and gesture of the figure, how to simplify complicated anatomy such as the feet and hands and will include sessions with a clothed model. For more information about this or any other library program, please call (508) 3368230.

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Shape Up with Pilates

The Seekonk Public Library invites you to a Pilates exercise series with instructor Deborah West on Fridays, January , 1 , 21, and 28 at 10:30 a.m. in the Library’s Large Meeting Room. Registration is required and placement preference is given to Seekonk residents. All levels from beginner to advanced are welcome to attend. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and bring an exercise mat to classes. Sponsored by the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library. For more information about this or any other library program, please call (508) 336-8230.

Featured Database

Got an eBook reader or smartphone for the holidays? You’ll want to visit the library’s Download Library powered by Overdrive for FREE audiobooks, ebooks and music. Over 800 ebook titles (and growing) to download or place on hold Connect to the Boston Public Library catalog for thousands more titles New apps for iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad and Android to browse titles, read ebooks, and listen to audiobooks directly on your phone January is Download Library month. Call us at the Information Desk to make an appointment to learn about borrowing free books for your smartphone, MP3 player, eBook reader, laptop, or netbook.

Upcoming events Adult Services

thursdays, January 6, 13, 20, and 27 6:00 p.m.

Figure Drawing

Instructor Margaret Owen. Space still available, register now

fridays, January 7, 14, 21, and 28 10:30 a.m.

Pilates

Instructor Deborah West. Space still available, register now-

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Parent Child Book Club Ongoing registration online

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Computer Classes for January and February - registration required

Basic Computers Series - Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Tuesday, January - 6:00 p.m. - Basic Computers Tuesday, January 11 - 6:00 p.m. - Basic Internet Tuesday, January 25 - 6:00 p.m. - Basic Email Tuesday, February 1 - 6:00 p.m. - Basic Computers Tuesday, February 8 - 6:00 p.m. - Basic Internet Tuesday, February 22 - 6:00 p.m. - Basic Email

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January 2 , 31, February , 1 , 28, March toddler - tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. January 25, February 1, 8, 15, March 1, 8

Pre-school - wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. January 26, February 2, 9, 16, March 2, 9

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Owl Program at Seekonk Library

Seekonk Public Library is pleased to announce the return of “Eyes on Owls” as the Family Night presentation on Monday, January 2 , at 6:30 p.m. Everyone loves owls! Yet, how often do you get to see an owl up close? Join teacher/naturalist Marcia Wilson in sharing her passion for owls. “Owls of the World - Who’s Watching You” introduces you to beautiful owls of New England. You’ll meet six live owls (from small to huge) up close. Everyone participates in a hooting lesson and learns tips on how to attract and protect owls near you. No registration is required, as this program is free and open to the public, sponsored by The Friends of Seekonk Public Library. Wilson introduces the audience to the owls found in New England and their unique adaptations with a slide show of photos by well-known wildlife photographer Mark Wilson, Marcia’s husband. Marcia imitates the owls’ calls herself, paying special attention to the more common owls that we might encounter in our area. By now, many in the audience are hooting it up! After a hooting lesson and much audience anticipation, Marcia brings out the live owls one at a time. With each owl perched securely on her glove, she walks out among the audience with five or more owls. There’s plenty of time for up-close views and lots of questions. Each owl has a permanent disability that keeps it from surviving on its own in the wild. These non-releasable owls serve as captivating ambassadors from the world of wildlife. All are legally permitted for use in environmental education programs. Which owl eats skunks? Can a little detective work reveal owls living near you? What do owl pellets tell us about an owl’s wild food and the web of life? How can we protect owls and their natural habitats? Wilson explores these questions and more during this fun, interactive program. If patrons have a special physical or communication need that may affect their participation in Seekonk Library services or activities, they should contact the Library staff to discuss accommodations. Seekonk Library cannot ensure the availability of appropriate accommodations without prior notification of need. For more information on this particular program or on any program and service provided by the Library, please call (508) 336-8230.

Considering Adoption? Adoption Options Offers Free Informational Meetings

Providence, December 1 , 2010 – Adoption Options is holding a free informational session 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 :00 p.m. at 959 North Main St. in Providence on January 20, 2011. Adoption Options, a non-sectarian, non-profit, comprehensive adoption program of Jewish Family Service works with prospective adoptive parents, birth parents and people who have been adopted. The agency is licensed in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with offices in Rehoboth and Providence. The agency’s work with all members of the adoption triad is focused on helping individuals to understand their options and make the most informed choices for their future. For more information, please contact Peg Boyle at 01-331-5 3 or visit www.AdoptionOptions.org.

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Seekonk Human Services Seekonk Human Services Staff *Center Hours *Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesday Evenings at Town Hall By appointment only *Friday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 Noon Telephone: (508) 336-8772 FAX: (508) 336-2239 Executive Director Bernadette Huck Ext. 15

January 2011 Newsletter

“Happy New Year”

Seekonk Human Services Will Be Closed Monday, January 17, 2011 for Martin Luther King Holiday

3rd Annual Food for Fuel

Pasta Fest

Wednesday, January 19, 2011 Seekonk High School 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

Open Seating Spaghetti Supper – Raffles Adults: $8; Children 12 & Under: $5 Take Outs Will Be Available Sponsored by Seekonk Non-Profit Coalition Benefiting Fuel & Utility Fund of Seekonk Human Services Please help your neighbors have a safe winter! For tickets call: 508-336-8772

Exploration Wednesday’s

@ Seekonk Human Services January 12, 2011 @ 10:00 a.m.

The Seekonk YMCA will give a presentation on exercising and bone density. A lunch of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, & vegetables will be available after the presentation for $3 by calling 508-336-8772.

Men’s Breakfast

January 13, 2011 8:30 a.m. @ Brothers Seafood Restaurant

Speaker: Cindy Saksena will give a presentation on “How to Generate Your Own Electricity”. Enjoy a delicious breakfast with

Administrative Assistant Phyllis Corbitt ext. 12 Editor: Town Crier, Art Therapist Clerical Assistant Kimberly Mallon ext. 10 Educational & Social Programs Karen Stutz ext. 14 (Monday – Wednesday mornings) Outreach Case Managers Jan Tabor, LPN ext. 11

Telephone: (508) 336-8772 FAX: (508) 336-2239 Senior Aides Nancy Rodrigues Nancy Vine Loretta Ferreira Seekonk Human Services Executive Board Members... Christine Allen Rene Andrews Anita Gendron Victoria Kinniburgh Anne Libby Lynne Neves Josephine Veader

Veronica Brickley, LPN BASOC ext. 17 (Monday, Wed, Friday)

a great group of guys. You are welcome to bring a friend with you and no registration is required. The cost is up to you. Order off the menu. A Water Department Tour after the Men’s Breakfast Has Been Scheduled For March 10, 2011.

PITCH (HI-LO-JACK)

January 19th, February 2 & February 9th @ Seekonk Human Services 12:30 – 2:30

All are welcome to join in and to spend an afternoon playing cards with a great group of people. No sign up is required and pastry and coffee is available. If you have any questions you may call 508-336-8772.

The Monthly Newsletter Is Now On Line * The Town Crier website link is www.seekonk-ma.gov Click on Departments Click on Human Services

Cardiac Prevention Clinic January 19, 2011 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon

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.

Book Club

@ Seekonk Human Services Monday, January 10, 2011 9:30 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

A new group is being formed at Human Services and will meet on the 2nd Monday of every month beginning in January to discuss the book of the month. You are welcome to join us. Coffee and pastries will be available. The January book has been changed. Please take note! The book list is as follows: January 10, 2011 “The Red Thread” by Ann Hood February 14, 2011 “Sarah’s Key” by Tatiana de Rosnay March 14, 2011 “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak If you have any questions you may call Karen Stutz at 508-336-8772.

TRIAD

January 26, 2011 10:00 a.m. @ Seekonk Human Services

A Flower Arranging class will be held and you are invited to attend. We will be making a topiary in a mug - please bring a mug with you and $3 to cover the cost of the materials. A lunch of Portuguese soup and pulled pork sandwiches will be available for $3. If you plan to stay for lunch, please sign up at 508-336-8772. Valentine Party February 2, 2011 10:00 A.M. @ Seekonk Human Services A delicious lunch of beef stew, fresh bread & dessert will be available for $3. We will also have entertainment. If you would like to stay for lunch, please sign up at 508-336-8772. Payment for lunch must be received one week in advance.

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Senior Center Update

At their 11/30 meeting, the building committee discussed the proposal for services to be completed at the building site, including geotechnical report, septic soil testing and perc rate, foundation borings and boundary and topography in the building area. These tests will begin around December 13, 2010. Building elevations and floor plans are near completion.

Chef On A Shoestring

January 11, 2011 @ Seekonk Human Services 1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Student chefs from Johnson & Wales give a cooking demonstration of recipes that are both economical and nutritious for one or two people. Classes will be held for six weeks and are $3 for each class. You may sign up for one class or as many as you wish. Please speak to Karen Stutz at 508-336-8772 to register. Samples of everything that is cooked is available to bring home each week by class participants. This class is very popular, class size is limited.

Exploration Wednesday’s

February 9, 2011 10:00 a.m. @ Seekonk Human Services

Khristen Haworth, Physical Therapist and master’s candidate at UMASS Amherst will teach an exercise class geared toward balance. There are ways of preventing disease, disability and dysfunction. Khristen is the Rehab Director at Gentiva Health Services in Fall River. This sounds like an interesting and informative class. Lunch of pizza & salad will be available after the presentation. Please call 508-336-8772 to sign up for lunch.

TRIAD

February 23, 2011 10:00 AM Seekonk Human Services

Marcie Pina-Christian from the Attorney General’s Office will give a presentation on “Consumer Guide to Buying”. All are welcome to attend and if you would like to stay for lunch we will be having French Meat Pie. The cost is $3 and is payable one week in advance. Please call 508-336-8772 to sign up for lunch. Golden Pass Any senior citizen who resides in Seekonk is eligible to obtain a Golden Pass from Seekonk Human Services. This will allow you to attend all Seekonk School functions such as plays, sporting events and concerts at reduced rates. You may get your pass at Seekonk Human Services, 320 Pleasant Street, 2nd floor.

Why No Social Security Increase for 2011?

Congressional legislation enacted in 1973 provides for cost-ofliving adjustments (COLAs) for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits so they keep pace with inflation. The Social Security Act has a formula for determining COLAs, tying them to the percent increase in the average third quarter Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) over the average third quarter CPI-W for the last year a cost-of-living increase became effective. That year was 2008. There has been no increase in the CPI-W from the third quarter of 2008 to the third quarter of 2010, so there will be no COLA for next year. This is not a decision made by the President, but is an act of Congress approved in 1973 that has been in effect through

Republican and Democratic Administrations and Congresses. Seniors are understandably upset that their Social Security benefits will not increase to keep up with increases in food, medical costs, and other expenses. To contact your representatives in Congress, write or call: Senator John Kerry Senator Scott Brown Congressman Jim McGovern 222 Milliken Place, Suite 312 2400 JFK Federal Bldg 8 North Main St., Suite 200 Fall River, MA 02721 Boston, MA 02203 Attleboro, MA 02703 Phone: (508) 677-0522 Phone: (617) 565-3170 Phone:(508) 431-8025 Fax: (508) 677-0275 Fax: (617) 723-7325 Fax: (508) 4318017

Massachusetts Tax Relief for Seniors

Tax Return Appointments – Every Thursday beginning February 3rd @ Town Hall The Circuit Breaker tax credit is a state income tax credit for certain Mass. Residents age 65 or older who paid rent or real estate taxes during the tax year. The credit is for senior homeowners and renters who meet income limits and eligibility requirements. The maximum credit for tax year 2010 is $960. What are the income limits? *Your total income cannot be greater than these limits for the 2010 tax year. $51,000 single $64,000 head of household $77,000 married filing jointly The assessed value of the home cannot exceed $764,000 Total income includes some types of non-taxable income, such as social security, retirement, pensions and annuities, cash public assistance, tax-exempt interest and dividends, and certain other income.

How do I apply?

You must file a Massachusetts state income tax return to claim the Circuit Breaker Credit, whether or not you normally file a state tax return. You must include Schedule CB, Circuit Breaker Credit, with Form 1. A tax representative will be at the Town Hall starting February 3rd to help you file the circuit breaker tax credit along with your Massachusetts income tax return. Appointments will be held every Thursday at the Town Hall between 9:00 – 11:00 beginning February 3rd. Please call Seekonk Human Services at 508-336-8772 to make an appointment. Please bring the following: A copy of last year’s tax return Water & sewer charges paid to the Town of Seekonk Form W-2 Wages 4 Real estate tax bills PAID in 2010 Any 1099 Forms you may have Any abatements or adjustments Any 2010 Public assistance ie: fuel assistance or food stamps Stimulus payments Purchase of a car – tax credit

GATRA Transportation

1-800-483-2500 Dial-A-Ride Cash Fares Each Way: Seekonk to Attleboro… $1.25 Seekonk to East Providence… $1.25 Seekonk to Rehoboth… $1.25 Seekonk… $1.25 Seekonk to Providence… $2.50 Seekonk to Pawtucket… $2.50

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Seekonk to Barrington (upon availability)… $2.50 Any towns outside of these areas will be upon availability. Passes: 10 – Ride Ticket… $10.00 You can purchase a GATRA ticket at Seekonk Human Services or you can pay cash on the van. Tickets cannot be purchased on the van. If you are homebound and need a ticket please call Human Services @ (508) 336-8 2.

Go Shopping With Gatra

Shopping trips are being offered by GATRA for any senior citizen who resides in Seekonk. The GATRA van will be picking you up at your home, but you must call 1-800- 83-250-0 to schedule your pick-up time. Swansea Mall 1st Tuesday of every month 9:00 – 1:00 Wal*Mart/Target 3rd Tuesday of every month 9 : 0 0 – 10:30 Grocery Shopping Wednesday’s at Stop & Shop 8:30 – 9:30 Grocery Shopping Price Rite (2nd Thursday of month) 9 : 0 0 – 10:30 * Rides will be Free until further notice.

GATRA PHOTO ID’S

A representative from GATRA will be available on Wednesday, March 1 th at Seekonk Human Services to take your photo. You Must Fill Out An Application And Make An Appointment by calling Stacey at GATRA at 1-508-222-6106 ext. 2 3. The representative will not be at Human Services if she doesn’t have any appointments. This is a great opportunity for anyone who needs a photo ID to get one in town, rather than travel to Taunton. The cost is only $3 and you will receive it in the mail within a couple of weeks.

Prescription Advantage

Are you having trouble affording the premiums, co-payments, or “donut hole” costs for your prescription drugs? Massachusetts has a state prescription assistance program called Prescription Advantage to help limited income seniors and low income disabled persons under 65 cover their prescription drugs. Membership in Prescription Advantage also entitles you to change your prescription drug plan once a year at any time of the year. To determine whether you are eligible for Prescription Advantage, call Seekonk Human Services @ 508-336-8 2 to make an appointment with a SHINE counselor. * Note: Seekonk Human Services offers many legal, financial, recreational, medical screening and/or other activities and services by volunteers or nominal cost practitioner. 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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Between 19 6 and 196 , more than 6 million children were born in the United States who would become the most influential generation of our time: the Baby Boomers. The Boomers have blazed a social trail and left a lasting mark on the American economy and now, this January, the first of the Baby Boomers are turning 65 – officially hitting senior status. As this happens, the United States is bracing for an extraordinary population shift. Experts predict this mass aging trend to significantly affect economic and social dynamics for decades to come, providing both major challenges for families and big opportunities for businesses in the senior care industry. Starting This Month: • About 10,000 Boomers will turn 65 every day • The U.S population will add one new senior every 13 seconds • This phenomenon will continue, every second and every day, for the next 18 years “The demand for trained caregivers to shoulder some of the burden of caring for aging loved ones is already the highest it has ever been,” said Peter Ross, founder and CEO of Senior Helpers, a leading national in-home senior care provider. “Lots of families simply don’t have the time, ability or training to provide the kind of care elderly individuals often require on their own. We’re adding caregivers across the country every day and over the next several years as the Boomers continue to age, we’re going to see unprecedented growth across the industry to help families handle this overwhelming responsibility.” What Lies Ahead for the U.S.*: • There are currently about 3 million seniors in the U.S. • Seniors account for 12 percent of the population • As Boomers age over the next 2 decades, there will be more than 0 million seniors in the U.S. • Seniors will account for more than 20 percent of the population by 2030 • At that point, 1 in 5 Americans will be a senior *Source: U.S. Census Bureau Growing Older, Living Longer The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports the continuing rise in life expectancy seen throughout the twentieth century is due to a number of great medical and public health achievements: more prevalent vaccinations against diseases, improved work place safety, improvements in highway safety and the declining mortality rate from traditionally lifethreatening diseases. “People today are simply living longer than previous generations, and the longer seniors live, the more likely it is that they will need some help to stay independent,” Ross said. “When this happens, it’s often difficult for families to deal with on their own, which is why senior care businesses will continue to grow as a vital resource for families who just can’t do it all themselves.”

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Dining Guide Beans, beans the musical fruit… Beans, beans, they’re good for the heart… You know the rest I think!

Winter seems to me to be the perfect time of year to slow cook protein-rich beans. Dried beans are super healthy and super economical. While they require a day of soaking, the preparation is simple, and they are, by far, the cheapest protein source available. I make New England (or Boston) baked beans regularly during the winter. They are so easy to throw together, and if you have a crock pot or slow-cooker, you can just let it cook all day, spreading that sweet molasses aroma all through your house. Chili isn’t chili without some beans. What’s better while watching the Patriot’s game or après ski than a nice hot bowl of chili? It doesn’t even have to be Chili Con Carne (with meat or steak). Chili can be vegetarian, with just vegetables, or with tofu, turkey or chicken. And chili doesn’t even have to include chili powder, or be tomato-based, although classic preparation is my personal favorite – as with most things. Chili can be “white” with navy, cannellini, or great white northern beans. But I generally use white beans for my favorite winter comfort food, Pasta e Fagioli. I have great memories of my Nana serving this as the first course of most meals at my grandparent’s home. Like an “Italian chili”, my grandmother made her pasta fagioli very thick, not soupy like most restaurants. After ladling it into bowls, my grandfather would make a small indent, or crater in the pasta & beans, with the back of a tablespoon, and into this he would pour a touch of extra virgin olive oil. This touch of oil, and the fresh grated parmesan that was past about in the mouli, added to the special preparation and experience of the pasta fagioli. It is culinary traditions and rituals like this that really excite me about food. To this day when I serve the pasta fagioli, I want to go out into the dining room and spoon olive oil in everyone’s bowl, and give them a wet kiss on the forehead, like my Gramps used to do! Black beans also make me very happy. They have a smoky, earthy flavor that I like. A very healthy, low-fat, low-calorie recipe that I regularly prepare for clients follows. Try this Southwestern Turkey Chili recipe and let me know what you think. It is great for turkey or chicken leftovers, or you can get roast turkey from the deli cut @ ½” thick and cube it for the same effect. The corn, black beans and cilantro make it southwesty, while the leeks, red pepper and celery, add unique chili veggies that I think create a more updated and contemporary chili experience. Chili today, hot tamale. I hope you stay warm and well-fed this winter. Let’s all eat each other’s chili and say it was good! Chef Erin Recipes on page 87

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2 15oz can black beans, or 1 bag dried black beans (soaked overnight) ¼ cup butter 1 ¼ TBS chili powder 1 jalapeno, minced 1 TBS cumin ½ cup red onion, diced 3TBS flour ½ cup celery, diced 3 cups turkey, cooked, cubed ½ cup red pepper, diced or shredded ½ cup leeks, diced 1 ½ cups corn 1 clove garlic, minced 1 ½ tsp salt ½ TBS oregano 2 cups chicken broth 1 TBS coriander 2 TBS cilantro, chopped fine Drain and gently rinse black beans (whether canned or dried). Set aside. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat and cook the jalapeno, onion, celery, pepper, leek, garlic and oregano for 10 minutes. Add the coriander, chili powder and cumin and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the flour and cook over low heat for 5 minutes. Add the turkey and cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until the flour is golden. Stir in the chicken broth. In a blender or food processor, puree ½ of the corn. Add the puree and whole corn to the chili along with the salt, black beans and cilantro. Simmer @ 5 minutes to 1 hour, or until dried beans are tender, stir in cilantro and serve.

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1 cup beef stock 3 tomatoes, peeled and chopped (or 1 can diced tomatoes) 1 pound macaroni parmesan cheese

Pick over the beans, removing any hard or discolored pieces, rinse and cover with water. Allow to soak overnight. Add the beef bone to the beans, bring to a boil and simmer for 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Heat the oil in a small pan and sauté the garlic in it until golden, add the basil, salt, pepper, beef stock and tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Pour into the cooked beans. Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain and reserve the liquid. Add the macaroni to the beans and cook 5-10 minutes longer. Adjust the consistency of the dish by crushing some of the beans if it is too moist, or by adding some of the reserved liquid if it is too dry. Discard any remaining cooking liquid. Serve sprinkled with parmesan cheese.

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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

Seekonk Congregational Church

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

New Testament Baptist Church

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

(HORNBINE BAPTIST CHURCH) 141 Hornbine Road, Rehoboth, MA (401) 438-4616

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 508-252-3505 www.eusebeia.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

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

Church of Salgion

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

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

The First Baptist Church of Dighton

438 Main St. - Dighton, MA 02715 Church Phone:(508)669-5077 (508)822-1743

St. James Lutheran Church

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

St. Dominic Catholic Church

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United Church of Christ

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

Winthrop Street Baptist Church

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St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

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Taunton Seventh-day Adventist Church

109 Winthrop Street, Taunton (508) 823-6679

Somerset Congregational Christian Church, UCC 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

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New Beginnings Evangelical Church

Greater Fall River Baptist Church

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

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

Good News Bible Chapel

Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal

235 West Street, Attleboro 508 226 2916 www.gnbc.org

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

Hornbine Baptist Church

Church Services Sunday 10 A.M. 141 Hornbine Road, Corner of Baker Rd. South Rehoboth

First Spiritualist Church Anawan Grange

Rt. 44 & 118 Rehoboth www.firstspiritualistchurch.com

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

Community Covenant Church

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

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church

Church of the Epiphany

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

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

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

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

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Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Seniors The seniors from Our Lady Queen of Martyrs, Seekonk, MA held their Christmas Party on Dec 7, 2010 at Grill 47 (formerly Archie’s). A wonderful meal was served and everyone had a GREAT time. Entertainment was by Dave Valario for dancing and listening pleasure. January meeting will be on Tuesday, Jan 4, 2011. It will be a brown bag lunch – bring your own sandwich (in case of bad weather). We’ll supply the coffee/tee, and desserts which will be donated, (as in the past). Bingo and cards will be played, remember to bring your markers.

The Feb 1st luncheon will, also, be a Brown Bag Luncheon. Entertainment will be Leo’s racing game. We will be collecting for ‘Bears on Board’ for the Seekonk Fire and Police ambulance association. Small stuffed animals are to be brought for the use of patients during the ride to the hospital. We have been lucky every year in being able to provide many, many stuffed toys to the associations and hope this year will be over 100 items again.

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Rehoboth Council on Aging January 2011 Council on Aging Newsletter Council on Aging Board meets at 10:30 a.m. 55 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769 on the 4th Thursday of the month, Phone 508-252-3373 Fax 508-252-4617

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S.H.I.N.e Counselor at your COA on Thursdays

The Rehoboth Council on Aging is pleased to convey that there is an S.H.I.N.E. Counselor every Thursday from 9am to 1pm by appointment. If you need assistance with Insurance, Medicare Part “D” or Prescriptions please call and set up your appointment. If you have any questions or require assistance with an application, please call the SHINE Program at 508-25233 2. Podiatry Clinic with Dr, Marian Markowitz Appointments start at 10am please call to schedule yours by calling 508-252-33 2

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Meals on Wheels and Meal-site Information

Please contact our meal site for information on the Meals on Wheels program or the site meals served Tuesday through Thursday. A donation of $2.00 is requested for lunch, which consists of a main course, dessert and milk. Copies of the month’s menu are posted at the front door, on the reception desk and in the dining area for your review.

The COA Posts Community Information & “FRee” Health Screenings & Support Groups

Please check the bulletin boards every time you come in to the Council on Aging for Free Health Screenings and Support Groups updates, we also post other important information that can be a benefit to you, family or friends.

“H e A L T H B e A T” COA’s Fitness Corner “Wanabee Weight Meeting” Mondays, 11:30 a.m. FRee

January 3rd starts the new year of the Wanabees. Come down and join our group of ladies support each other with their weight losses and gains. The best way to lose weight is with encouragement and support of friends. In this meeting we as a group will cover what we ate, if we exercised and share what we did if we lost weight. Meetings are held on Mondays at 11am prior to Gert’s Café.

Tuesday Tai Chi at 9:00 a.m. Cost $3.00 per Class

Try a graceful way of exercising which is easy on your joints. This method of balancing may be new to you, but it has a great positive outcome for any age.

Tuesday Aerobic (Line) Dancing 10:00 a.m. Cost $ 3.00 per Class

If you like to dance and have fun then this is the group is for you. Everyone is welcome to come in and try out some steps.

Balancing exercise and Upper Cardio

This class is free and held on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. There is plenty of room available in any or all of our classes if you

January 2011 The Reporter care to join us. This activity uses weights and stretching bands and balancing done on exercise balls. You can also do this exercise class in chairs.

COA Social Gatherings Gert’s Café

Lunch is served at Gert’s Cafe Monday’s at 11:45am. The menu consists of soup or salad, a main course, dessert and coffee or tea. The best part is! …You get this home cooked meal at the “bargain” price of $3.00. So make your reservation (which are a MUST) soon.

“Men’s Morning Coffee”

This is a group of “men” who meet Thursdays 9am to enjoy fresh coffee, pastry and conversation with old and new friends. Come on down and enjoy the morning with them and share your comments and ideas.

Card Games 3 Days a Week! Cards are here at your COA!

Mondays at 9:30 a.m. we have a cribbage group, Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. we have a ladies group that not only play cards but also games Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. we have a Hi-Lo Jack group. All have a great time and are always looking for a few “new” folks to join them.

COA Craft Corner Knitting and Crochet Group

If you ever wanted to learn more about knitting or crocheting, the Ladies of the Needles are always there to share their knowledge with you. Don’t be shy! Come in and join the group on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Quilters

Do you quilt or know of anyone who would like to come to our Quilting Group. There is always plenty of knowledgeable support offered. This group meets on Thursday s at 9:30 a.m. Announcements

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Lifeline Assistance is part of a program that was created by the government to provide discounted or free cell phone service to income-eligible consumers. There is no cost or contract; you must be eligible for 1 of the following to participate: Food stamps program Mass. Comm. Blind benefits Fuel Assistance S.S.I. E.A.E.D.C. Veterans Benefits Medicaid or Mass Health Public housing No one in your household currently has Lifeline Assistance with another wireless company Must be sent to USP address No PO Boxes Apply on www.safelinkwireless.com or by calling 1-800-9773768

Important! 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 cancelled or postponed. Please call 508-252-3372 for information on all activities or to sign up.

News from the SHINE Program Serving Health Informa Tion Needs Of Elders Can You Change Your Medicare Plan Now?

Yes, if you were a member of a Medicare plan that ended on December 31, 2010 and you did not pick another plan for 2011 Between January 1 and January 31, 2011, you have a Special Enrollment Period to choose a Medicare plan, which will begin on February 1. After January 31, most people will not be able to make any changes until the next Medicare Open Enrollment Period, which in 2011 is moving to October 15 - December 7. Yes, if you are unhappy with your Medicare Advantage Plan Between January 1 and February 14, 2011, you can drop your Medicare Advantage plan, return to Original Medicare and enroll in a Part D drug plan, which will begin the first of the following month. If you wish, you may also enroll in a Medicare Supplement (a Medigap) plan. Coverage will begin on the first of the following month. Yes, if you are a member of Prescription Advantage, the state pharmaceutical assistance program, or are eligible to join Prescription Advantage At any time during 2011, you have one additional chance to change your Part D drug plan or Medicare Advantage plan or to add a Part D drug plan, if you have none (a penalty may apply). In 2011, Prescription Advantage will continue to help most members with the cost of drugs in the “donut hole.” Yes, if you have MassHealth or if you qualify for “Extra Help” (LIS) Every month, you can change your Part D drug plan or Medicare Advantage plan. Yes, if you are first becoming eligible for Medicare, or if you lose your current health insurance Special rules will apply. If you need help on any aspect of your health insurance, SHINE offers free counseling at your Senior Center. Call your COA and ask for a SHINE appointment. You can reach a SHINE volunteer by phone at 508-252-3372. continued on next page...

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The Best is Yet to Come, a senior social group, is held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center. The next two meetings of The Best is Yet to Come are January 13th and February 10th, 2011 at the Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center, 55 Bay State Rd., Rehoboth, MA. Members should bring items for the Rehoboth Food Pantry and/or the Rehoboth Animal Shelter for our monthly charitable donation. New members always welcomed. Call Marge Johnston for details. 508 252-4528 And remember…..The Best is Yet to Come.

TRIAD:

The following jobs are available at EBCAP Head Start Positions On Call Subs Teachers Assistant Teachers Kids Connect Consultant

Additional Jobs Nurse Quality Improvement Coordinator Nurse-Per Diem

Please email Sharon at employment@ebcap.org

Sheriff, Police and Seniors working together to enhance the lives of our seniors…..

Up Coming Activities

Rehoboth Triad will be holding it’s annual “Love in a Mug” on Wednesday February 2, 2011. The event will be held at the Council on Aging 55 Bay State Rd. from 4-5:30 p.m. Cost this year is $6. and includes a steaming hot bowl of soup, crackers, bread, coffee and dessert. Patrons are also able to keep their mug as a souvenir. Proceeds this year will benefit the Rehoboth Police K-9 unit. For tickets and/or more information, call Marilyn Henley (508) 252-9366 New Members always welcome. No Dues

Programs being offered through TRIAD are: Free “911” cell phones File of Life Are you OK? Program Project Lifesaver. Yellow Alert

Senior Citizens Club

The Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club is a Social and Charitable Club

Meetings are scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the Month at 1:30 p.m. at the Rehoboth Council on Aging.

Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club upcoming trips:

“Spirit of Boston luncheon cruise on Wednesday, June 22nd with a 2 hour narrated tour of Boston Harbor with entertainment and dancing and round trip bus trans. Including bus drivers’ tip, cost is $75.oo per person and open to everybody. If interested,

please call “Pete” Michaud at 508-761-5087 for more information.

Trip to Atlantic City Feb. 27, 28 and March 1st

3 Day trip to Atlantic City co-sponsored by the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club and Sandcastle Seniors for $155.00 per person dbl. occ. Trip consists of round trip bus trans. including drivers tip, 2 nights lodging at the Tropicana Resort, $20.00 coin bonus, 2 dinner buffets, $15 food voucher, and a revue show. There are only two seats left, so if you are interested, please call “Pete” Michaud at 508-761-5087as soon as possible. Pick ups and drop offs will be both in Rehoboth and So. Attleboro.

Up Coming Activities

Lunch at January The Friends of the Elderly Club The Friends of the Elderly partly fund some services at the Rehoboth Council on Aging such as podiatry and cholesterol clinics. They meet at 3 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. New Members always Welcome.

Happy New Year

Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club Meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month

1:30 at Rehoboth Senior Center 55 Bay State Road • January 6th Meeting - Hearing Testing and Bingo • January 20th Meeting: Box Lunch Catered by The Honey Baked Ham Co.; Raynham Ma.

The Menu is

The Honey Baked Ham Classic $8.00 The Ultimate Chicken Salad $8.00 All American Roast Beef $8.00 This includes all the fixings Plus Dessert and Drink Last time to sign up is at the January 6th meeting • February 3rd: Meeting and “Show Time Ladies” • February 17th: Over 90 Birthday Party • March 3rd: Meeting and “Dave Downs, Colonial Entertainer from Attleboro Ma., is doin a presentation on “Early Colonial Times” • March 17: NO MEETING going to the Venus De Milo March 16th

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MONDAY

JANUARY 2011 PROGRAMS

9:30 Cribbage 11:00 Wanabees Weight Loss Meeting 12noon Gert’s Café 1:30 Musical Mondays

9:30 Cribbage 11:00 Wanabees Weight Loss Meeting 12noon Gert’s Café 17

CLOSED

9:30 Cribbage 11:00 Wanabees Weight Loss Meeting 12noon Gert’s Café

9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Ladies Afternoon Cards & Games 10

9:30 Cribbage 11:00 Wanabees Weight Loss Meeting 12noon Gert’s Café

TUESDAY

9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Ladies Afternoon Cards & Games

WEDNESDAY

11:00 Exercises Class 12:30 Hi-Lo Jack

18 9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 TRIAD Meeting 10:00 Line Dancing 11:00 Exercises Class 12:30 Ladies Afternoon 12:30 Hi-Lo Jack Cards & Games 3:00 Friends of the Elderly Meeting

9:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Ladies Afternoon Cards & Games

26 11:00 Exercises Class 12:30 Hi-Lo Jack

Marge and Jim Johnston, of Rehoboth, with Santa at the COA Christmas dinner party on December 12th at Hillside.

THURSDAY

9:00 Men’s AM Coffee 9:30 Quilting 10:00 Knitting & Crochet 11:00 Exercise Class 1:30 Senior Citizens Club Meeting 9:00 Men’s AM Coffee 9:30 Quilting 10:00 Knitting & Crochet 1:00 The Best is Yet To Come Meeting

9:00 Men’s AM Coffee 9:30 Quilting 10:00 Knitting & Crochet 1:30 Senior Citizens Club Meeting

99:00 Men’s AM Coffee 9:30 Quilting 10:00 Knitting & Crochet

FRIDAY

Closed

10:00 COA Board Meeting Lunch -$2.00 Served Thursday 11:30 Reservations are a must call by 10am the day before

More fun at the Christmas party.

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Four Things You Should Know about the Remarkable Christmas Truce of 1914 By Jim Murphy

Today, the economics of the holiday season and the hoped for signs of an improving economy seem to overpower any other possible message, including peace. While this should be a time of “peace on earth, good will toward men,” it feels as if it would take a miracle today to make peace happen. Yet at Christmas time, nearly a century ago, there was just such a miracle. In the midst of a world war, weary soldiers from both sides put down their guns and declared a moment of peace. The story is likely to Jim Murphy sound vaguely familiar bephoto credit Arthur Cohen. cause the Christmas Truce of 1914 has achieved all but legendary status. However, the Christmas Truce is not the stuff of legend, but of history. And, regardless of how familiar you think you are with the particulars, the realities of this extraordinary occurrence nearly one hundred years ago are even more remarkable and moving. In December 1914, long before U.S. involvement, the countries of Europe were engaged in a terrible war. In less than six months the fighting had torn up farmland, leveled villages, and killed over a million soldiers. Exhausted, bogged down in muddy trenches with the enemy just yards away, most soldiers thought the war would never end. And then it did. Briefly. Here are four things you should know about the Christmas Truce of 1914.

1. The truce lasted weeks. Most people assume that the truce lasted for just one day. Yes, the truce began on Christmas day, but in the majority of locales, it lasted until after New Year’s Eve or even longer. A British soldier, for example, took photographs of his German counterparts on Christmas Day and gave his new German friends copies on New Year’s Day. In another section of the front, the ceasefire lasted even longer. The truce stretched until Easter, a span of nearly four months! Throughout the duration of the truce, soldiers from both sides of the trenches shared a kind of camaraderie. In many places, they sang songs together, shared an occasional meal, and exchanged small presents of food and tobacco. They helped each other bury their fellow soldiers, and even held joint religious services to mourn those who had been lost. 2. The truce involved many, many soldiers. Although oft-told versions of the story say that only a few hundred soldiers were involved, the actual number was far, far greater. In fact, over 110,000 soldiers along the western front spontaneously stopped fighting. The number of soldiers, Germans and Austrians on one side and British, French and Belgian soldiers on the other, was so great that many commanding generals went out of their way to suppress the news, fearing that they would be blamed for such a wide scale mutiny. This remarkable, massive act of civil disobedience actually involved even more participants than one of history’s most famous moments - the civil disobedience showdown in China at Tiananmen Square over two decades ago! 3. Commanding officers participated as well. While many commanding officers for both sides condemned any truce, hundreds of officers in the field encouraged the halt to fighting and willingly participated in it. They knew their men were exhausted, both physically and emotionally. They also realized that the military tactics used at the time - especially the massed charge at machine gun and artillery positions - were a futile waste of the lives of these men. 4. More German soldiers than Allied soldiers initiated the truce. This is a surprising fact. Frequently, German soldiers would suggest a break from fighting, either by holding a sign or waving a white flag above their trenches. They’d climb over the parapet holding their hands up in the air to show they carried no weapons. While this often took the allied soldiers by complete surprise, the allied soldiers would then respond in kind. While this truce was clearly miraculous, the Christmas Truce did not, ultimately put an end to the war. It dragged on for four more years. Although labeled “the war to end all wars,” this war did not put an end to world wars. And, perhaps, even more tragically, historians now agree, that this was a war that did not need to happen. They believe that a mix of missed messages, incompetent leadership, personal fears, and jealousies created an inevitable march to war that could not be stopped. However, the truce remains a piece of history worth remembering and recounting as often as possible. The spirit of the truce lived on in the hearts of all those who participated. Those fighting on both sides recognized that what they shared in common was greater than what tore them apart. The Christmas Truce of 1914 also proved to the rest of the world that, at least for a moment, it really is possible for peace to reign over a war weary world. Historian Jim Murphy is the author of Truce: The Day the Soldiers Stopped Fighting. More information about his other awardwinning books, such as An American Plague and The Great Fire, can be found on jimmurphybooks.com.

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Birth Announcements

Callen Dennis Forget and Rebecca Lynn Forget

Craig and Nicole Forget of Rehoboth would like to announce the birth of their twins, Callen Dennis and Rebecca Lynn on September 18, 2010 at Woman and Infants Hospital. Callen was born at 5:05 p.m. and was 5 lbs 1 oz and 1 .5 inches long. Rebecca was born at 5:0 p.m. and was 3 lbs 8 oz and 16 inches long. They are welcomed by big brother, Cameron. Maternal grandparents are Dennis and Patricia Carey of Rehoboth. Paternal grandparents are David and Colleen Forget of Bourne, MA.

James Paul Johnson

Jason and Melisa Johnson would like to announce the birth of their first child. James Paul Johnson was born on July 1 , 2010. He was pounds 1.6 ounces and 20 inches in length. Maternal grandparents are Robert and Mary Ann Parrella of Rehoboth. Paternal grandparents are Stephen and Deborah Kenney of Seekonk.

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The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2011 Top Ten News Topics of 2010 1. Republicans Take House, Win Big in State Races. Capitalizing on voter discontent, the Republican Party won control of the U.S. House of Representatives in midterm elections Nov. 2. The party picked up at least 60 seats—enough to make John Boehner (R, OH) the next speaker of the House, replacing Nancy Pelosi (D, CA). In the Senate, Republicans gained six seats but fell short of a majority and failed to defeat majority leader of Nevada, Harry Reid. Energized by conservative activists, the GOP made historic gains of at least nine state governorships and more than 675 seats in state legislatures. Analysts estimated that total campaign spending would reach nearly $4 billion, a new record for a nonpresidential election year. 2. Economic Recovery Stalls. The dominant election issue was the U.S. economy, with the housing market sluggish, job growth weak, unemployment at 9.6%, and federal budget deficits soaring above $1 trillion annually. In the first quarter of 2010, 11.5% of homeowners were in default on mortgage loans, and foreclosures had reached record levels. Sloppy handling of mortgage defaults led lenders to temporarily suspended foreclosures in Oct. The Federal Reserve November 3 announced fresh steps to accelerate the recovery, which the Fed called “disappointingly slow.” The major economic bright spots were on Wall Street, where stock indexes rebounded to their highest levels in two years. 3. U.S. Winds Down in Iraq, Surges in Afghanistan. Pres. Obama declared Aug. 31 that the U.S. combat mission in Iraq had ended. More than 4,400 U.S. service members lost their lives during Operation Iraqi Freedom, and nearly 32,000 U.S. troops were wounded. Operation New Dawn began Sept. 1 with some 50,000 remaining U.S. military primarily responsible for training Iraqi forces. In Afghanistan, U.S. troop strength had nearly tripled since Obama took office, reaching 100,000 by summer 2010. More than 600 coalition forces were killed in Operation Enduring Freedom Jan.Oct. 2010, the highest annual total since the war began. On June 23, Obama named Gen. David Petraeus commander of U.S. and allied troops in Afghanistan, replacing Gen. Stanley McChrystal, who was forced to resign after Rolling Stone published an article containing disparaging comments about the administration from McChrystal and his staff. Both Iraq (Mar. 7) and Afghanistan (Sept. 18) held parliamentary elections, but as of Nov., Iraqi leaders had not agreed on a new government, and balloting was marred by violence and vote buying. 4. Blowout in Gulf of Mexico Causes Huge Oil Spill. Nearly five years after Hurricane Katrina and subsequent New Orleans levee failures devastated the U.S. Gulf Coast, the region suffered another disaster beginning Apr. 20, when a gas explosion and fire killed 11 people on the Deepwater Horizon, an exploratory drilling platform in the Gulf of Mexico. Oil began gushing from ruptured pipes of the sinking vessel. BP, which managed the project, was unable to stop the leak for nearly three months. By the time it was halted July 15, up to 5 mil barrels of oil had polluted the Gulf and coastal areas from Florida to Texas. BP agreed to provide up to $20 billion to the Gulf Coast Claims Facility to compensate victims. 5. Earthquake Devastates Haiti. The poorest country in the Western Hemisphere experienced catastrophic damage Jan. 12 when a 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince, Haiti. An official assessment in late Mar. put the death toll at more than 220,000, with at least 300,000 injured. Destruction was widespread, and at least 1.3 mil people were still living in temporary shelters in the Port-au-Prince area in late Oct., when cholera broke out, killing hundreds. The United Nations estimated that the disaster cost Haiti $7.8 billion—or 20% more than the country’s gross domestic product in 2009.

6. Pakistan Floods Leave 8 Mil Homeless. Torrential rains began in late July and continued into August, inundating nearly one-fifth of the country, leaving 8 mil people homeless and affecting at least 12.5 million more. By mid-Sept. the confirmed death toll rose above 1,750. More than 1.8 mil houses were destroyed, and damage to all resources was widespread. Relief efforts led by the Pakistani military diverted thousands of troops from anti-insurgent activities and Islamic extremist groups provided food, shelter, and medical aid to flood victims, while reportedly gaining recruits. 7. Congress Enacts Comprehensive Health Law. In late March, after many months of controversy, Pres. Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the most ambitious effort to remake the U.S. health care financing system since the passage of Medicare and Medicaid in 1965. The legislation sought to curb insurance industry abuses and extend health insurance coverage to some 32 mil Americans over a 10-year period. Scheduled to become fully operational by 2014, the system would be financed through tax increases on upper-income individuals and mandate that most U.S. citizens and legal residents purchase health insurance or pay a penalty. Opponents, who derided the plan as “Obamacare,” pledged to seek its repeal, and challenged the individual mandate provision in court. 8. Debt Crisis Forces European Budget Cutbacks. The European Union’s euro weathered its worst crisis in more than a decade when the International Monetary Fund and the 16 European countries that comprise the eurozone agreed May 2 on a $146 billion loan package to prevent Greece from defaulting on debts. In return, Greek leaders pledged to implement an austerity program that would slash the country’s annual budget deficits. A week later, European finance ministers reached agreement on a $955 billion emergency stabilization program to keep the crisis from spreading to, most notably, Spain and Portugal. Elected in the UK in May, the government led by Conservative Prime Min. David Cameron dealt with Britain’s debt Oct. 20 by announcing spending cuts of nearly $130 billion over a four-year period. In France, Pres. Nicolas Sarkozy planned to cut pension costs by raising the retirement age; opponents staged mass demonstrations in Sept. and Oct. 9. Kagan Joins Supreme Court. Following the April 9 announce ment of Associate Justice John Paul Stevens;’ retirement from the U.S. Supreme Court, Pres. Obama on May 10 nominated Solicitor Gen. Elena Kagan to replace him. Confirmed by the Senate Aug. 5, she joined Associate Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sonia Sotomayor—the first time three women have served simultaneously on the court. Major decisions during the “09-10” term included a Jan. 21 ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, which eased restrictions on campaign contributions by companies, unions, and nonprofit advocacy groups; and a June 28 decision in McDonald v. Chicago affirming that state and local laws may not abrogate the 2nd Amendment right to keep and bear arms. 10. Winter Olympics, World Cup Showcase International Athletes. More than 2,600 registered athletes from 82 nations competed in the XXI Olympic Winter Games, held Feb. 12-28 in and around Vancouver, British Columbia. Canada, the host country, led in gold medals with 14, while the U.S. led in the overall medal count with 37 (9 gold, 15 silver, 13 bronze). On July 11 in Johannesburg, South Africa, Spain’s national soccer team won its first FIFA World Cup title, defeating the Netherlands in overtime, 1-0. The month-long World Cup championship round—dominated by the deafening drone of plastic horns known as vuvuzelas—was the first played on African soil.

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IN MEMORIAM Rehoboth Normand e. Roy

Normand E. Roy, 2, of Reddick, FL, and Rehoboth, MA passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 in Ocala, FL. Born in Pawtucket Rhode Island on December 2 , 1938 he moved to Florida in 1992. He was employed as a truck driver with Stop & Shop until retiring in 1992. He served many years with the Rehoboth Volunteer Fire Dept. Normand was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, having served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his loving wife of 9 years, Diane Roy, Reddick, FL: 3 children; David Roy (Deborah) and Daniel Roy (Holly-Ann), both of Rehoboth, MA and Donna Roy of Alexander, NY. : Grandchildren; Adam Roy, Zachary Roy, Cody Roy and Jacob Roy: brothers; Leo Roy (Judy), Attleboro, MA, Maurice Roy (Carol), Rehoboth, MA, Roger Roy (Mae) Caribou, ME: sister Diane Proch (Michael), Emmaus, PA.

Harold P. Chartier Sr.

Harold P. Chartier Sr., 69, of Perryville Road in Rehoboth, died at his residence surrounded by the love of his family on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010. He was the loving husband of Maxine Rita (Lambert) Chartier, to whom he was married on October 1 , 19 0 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Born in Providence, R.I. on August 21, 19 1, he was the son of the late Omer Chartier and Lillian D. (Madeiros) Chartier. Mr. Chartier was a graduate of Central High School in Providence. He was a resident of Rehoboth for the past 31 years, having relocated from his most previous residence in Warwick, R.I. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Chartier was employed for 35 years at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He most recently held the position of supervisor of the painting department at the hospital. He was a communicant of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church in North Dighton. Among Mr. Chartier’s interests were traveling, fishing, and the times spent with his cherished family. In addition to his loving wife of 0 years, he leaves two sons: Harold Chartier Jr. of Providence, R.I. and Thomas Chartier; one daughter, Charlotte Chartier of Fall River; three sisters: Barbara Gauthier of Johnston, R.I., Marilyn Pelland of Cranston, R.I., and Maureen Gardner of Rehoboth; a brother, Richard Chartier of Citra, Florida; nine grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. He was the father of the late Steven Chartier and the brother of the late Dorothy Rowan, Marlene Chartier, and Robert Chartier. Relatives and friends attended a Funeral Mass on Wednesday, December 15 at 11 a.m. at St. Anne’s Chapel, 3 Church Street, Cranston, Rhode Island. Burial immediately followed at St. Anne’s Cemetery in Cranston.

Ronald R. “Ron” Boutin

Ronald R. Boutin, ”Ron” age 61, of Rehoboth, died Friday, December 31, 2010 at his residence after a long battle with C.O.P.D. He was the husband of Junett “June” (Montgomery) Boutin to whom he has been married for the past 38 years. Born in Fall River, a son of the late Alcide R. and Mildred (Knight) Boutin, he had been a lifelong area resident. A graduate of Joseph Case High School, class of 1968, he was a Veteran of the United States Navy having served during the Vietnam War. He worked at New England Ropes in Fall River, Rudy’s market as a meat cutter, and owned and operated Boutin’s Market on Gardner’s Neck Rd. before retiring in 200 . Mr. Boutin loved the outdoors, being in the water, and enjoyed fishing and hunting. In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter Karen Hartley of Rehoboth, one son James Boutin and his wife Stephanie of Aurora, CO, four grandchildren Stephanie and Casey Hartley, Raymond and Nicole Boutin, one brother John H. Boutin of Swansea, and several nieces and nephews. He was brother of the late James E. and William Boutin. Contributions in his honor may be made to the Visiting Nurses Association 2 North Main St. Raynham, MA 02 6 .

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J. Kimball Darling, III

J. Kimball Darling, III, 72, of Tremont Street, Rehoboth, died on Thursday, December 23, 2010 at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro. He was the life partner of David L. Watelet with whom he shared 34 years. Born in Springfield, Vermont on October 30, 1938, he was a son of the late J. Kimball Darling II and Lillian Geraldine (Corpron) Darling. Raised and educated in Vermont, Mr. Darling was a graduate of Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont and received his Bachelor of Arts in Music from Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey. A resident of Rehoboth since 1978, Mr. Darling formerly resided in North Attleboro. He was a member of the Second Congregational Church, Park Street, Attleboro. As an organist and choir director he was associated with numerous churches during his career including: First Baptist Church in North Adams; the Second Congregational Church in Attleboro; the Christ Congregational Church in Brockton; the First Parish Church in Taunton and the First Congregational Church in Sharon. Mr. Darling was the music director of Oure Pleasure for many years. In addition to his life partner, he leaves numerous members of the Watelet family and many dear friends. The funeral service with a dedicated musical tribute was held on Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at 10:00 AM in the Second Congregational Church, 50 Park Street, Attleboro with the Rev. F. Vernon Wright, Pastor, officiating. Burial arrangements are incomplete. Please do not send flowers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mr. Darling’s name may be made to the Dyer-Lake Charitable Foundation, Inc., a registered 501 (c) 3 organization, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, North Attleboro, MA 02760 to benefit the American Cancer Society or the American Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals. Please designate which organization to forward donation.

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Seekonk Dorothy H. Pino

Dorothy H. Pino, 88, formerly of East Providence, died Tuesday, November 30th at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Benjamin S. Pino. Survived by her son M. Bruce Pino and his wife Robin of Johnston, Lauren Clegg and her husband Peter of Barrington and 3 grandsons; Benjamin, Ethan and Waylin. She was a member of the Ernest Workers at Seekonk Congregational Church. A memorial service was held Saturday December 11th at 5:00PM at the Seekonk Congregational Church, 600 Fall River Ave., Seekonk, MA 02771. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice and Pallative Care, 502 Bedford St., Fall River, MA 02720 or to Seekonk Congregational Church.

Elizabeth P. (Lyons) O’Halloran

Elizabeth P. (Lyons) O’Halloran, 91 of Jean Drive died Sunday, December 12, 2010 at Waterview Villa. She was the wife of the late James J. O’Halloran. Born in Moosup, CT. a daughter of the late John and Alice (Agnew) Lyons, Elizabeth was a longtime resident of Providence and also enjoyed many winters at her home in Englewood, Florida. As a young woman she worked at the Biltmore Hotel where she met her husband Jim, along with many lifelong friends, before leaving to raise her family. She later returned to work at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in the payroll department, retiring in 1983. She was a past President of the Rosary and Altar Society at St. Augustine’s Church and a member of the Fatima Guild at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She leaves four sons, James J. O’Halloran and his wife Joan of North Kingstown, Thomas O’Halloran and his wife Cathy of Providence, Jack O’Halloran of North Providence and Christopher O’Halloran and his wife Colleen of Seekonk. She also leaves nine grandchildren and one great grandson whom she adored, along with many devoted nieces and nephews. Elizabeth was the sister of the late Alice Messineo, John and Thomas Lyons. Her funeral was held on Friday, December 17th with a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 A.M. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Taunton Avenue, Seekonk. Burial was in St. Ann Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to the Activities Fund at Waterview Villa Nursing Home, 1275 South Broadway, East Prov. RI 02914 would be appreciated.

Kevork Y. Vichabian

Kevork Y. Vichabian, 70, of West Ave., Seekonk, MA, passed away Monday, December 13, 2010 at Miriam Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Marlene (Merdinian) Vichabian. Born in Beirut, Lebanon, he was the son of the late Yervant and Elize (Torossian) Vichabian. Mr. Vichabian was a clerk at the American Mathematical Society in Providence for many years before retiring. He was a member of Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church, ARF Kristapor Gomideh, Hamazkayin and Homenetmen. He was also an active member of ANI Lodge of Beirut, P.M. Orpheus Lodge & T.S. Webb, High Priest Prov. RAM, CM Prov. Council, St. John’s & Calvary Commandery, and other Masonic Bodies. Besides his wife, he was the devoted father of Sossi Pomakian and her husband Hagop of Woodland Hills, CA, Zovig Chobanian of Simi Valley, CA and Yervant Vichabian and his wife Erin of North Dighton, MA; loving and cherished grandfather of Hovig, Harout, Aleen and Alexander; and dear brother of Anahid Badjian and Arshalous Taslakian, both of Beirut. Relatives and friends attended a Funeral Service Saturday, December 18th at 10:00 a.m. in Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church, Providence. Interment was at Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church, 402 Broadway, Providence, RI 02909 or Hairenik Association, 80 Bigelow Ave., Watertown, MA 02472.

Barbara Catlow

Barbara Catlow, 75, of Seekonk, passed away suddenly with her family by her side, December 18, 2010. She was the wife of the late John Catlow. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Percy and Lillian (Beardwood) Bedford. Mrs. Catlow was a central processor for Memorial Hospital for twenty two years, retiring in 1994. She is survived by five sons, Daniel, Donald, Robert, and Michael Kane, and Michael Catlow; two sisters, Dorothy Flowers and Lillian Houle, one brother, Edward Bedford, ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Steven Kane. She was also the sister of the late Ruth Buben, Alice Pontarelli, William and Kenneth Bedford. A Service was held Wednesday, December 22, 2010. Burial was in Swan Point Cemetery, Providence.

William A. Heaney

William A. Heaney, 83, a retired Financial Executive, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010. He was the beloved husband of Geraldine (Cornett) Heaney for 59 years. Born in Pawtucket, a son of the late Joseph A. and Mary (Nealin) Heaney, he resided in

January 2011 The Reporter Seekonk for the past 34 years. Mr. Heaney worked for Corning Glass Works/Osram Sylvania for 35 years, holding a number of Financial Positions including Financial Controller from 1966 until 1973. In 1973 he was transferred to Sydney, Australia, working as a Financial Systems Coordinator with a Corning Glass Affiliate. Upon his return he held the position of Materials Manager until his retirement in 1986. He was a graduate of Bryant University and attended the Masters Program at Northeastern University. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II attached to the Destroyer U.S. Robert L. Wilson. He was active in the Darlington Pony League Youth Program; subscribed to the Friends of The Seekonk Library and was a Life Honorary Member of the Delaney Council #57, Knights of Columbus. Besides his wife, he leaves a son, Michael D. Heaney and his wife Bethany of Exeter; a daughter, Ellen L. Costa and her husband Joseph J. of Rehoboth; three brothers, Rev. Joseph P. Heaney of No. Smithfield, Leo V. Heaney of NH and Edwin P. Heaney of Warwick; four wonderful granddaughters, Jillian L. and Hillary E. Costa of Rehoboth and Claudia J. and Joanna R. Heaney of Exeter. He was the brother of the late Paul and Thomas D. Heaney. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, December 24th at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 984 Taunton Ave., Seekonk. Interment with Military Honors followed at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please omit flowers, gifts in his memory to Boys Town New England, 58 Flanagan Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871 would be appreciated.

Jacob M. Mayo

Jacob M. Mayo, 18 of North Wheaton Avenue died Saturday, December 18, 2010 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was born in Providence a son of John L. Jr. and Kimberly (Burrows) Mayo. Jacob was in his senior year at Seekonk High School. During his high school career he played Football, Basketball and Baseball. He excelled at baseball and was an all-star pitcher for his senior league team and a starting pitcher on the high school varsity team. He was an honor student and was awarded the Abigail Adams Scholarship for his academic achievements. Besides his parents he leaves two brothers, John L. Mayo III and Joshua I. Mayo, one sister, Jaiden E. Mayo, his girlfriend and love of his life, Lesley F. Varone, his paternal grandparents, Susan Mayo and the late John L. Mayo Sr. His maternal grandparents, Francis J. Burrows and Phyllis A. Souza and a large and loving extended family and countless friends. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Thursday, December 23rd at 10:00 A.M. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Taunton Avenue, Seekonk. Burial was in Seekonk Cemetery.

Elsie K. Chandley

Elsie K. Chandley, 87, RN, of Oak Hill Avenue, Seekonk, died Dec. 21, 2010, at the Steere House in Providence. She was the beloved wife of Joseph E. Chandley for more than 60 years. Mrs. Chandley was born in Pawtucket, the daughter of the late Joseph and Elsie (Ingham) Keenan. After graduating from St. Elizabeth’s Hospital School of Nursing in Washington, D.C., she worked as a registered nurse at Pawtucket Memorial Hospital, Butler Hospital and as a private duty nurse. Besides her husband, Elsie also leaves many loving relatives. They include her four daughters, E. Maura Perrin, Susan Scanlon, Nancy Chandley-Adams and Carmel Watson; her five sons, Joseph E. Chandley Jr., Michael K. Chandley, Sean P. Chandley, Mark E. Chandley and Neil B. Chandley. She also leaves seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Chandley is predeceased by her brother, Joseph Keenan. Mrs. Chandley’s funeral was held Monday, December 27th with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Teresa’s Church, 358 Newport Ave., Pawtucket at 10 a.m. Burial was private in Seekonk Cemetery.

Femey Vanner

Femey Vanner, age 96, died December 21, 2010. She was the wife of the late Francis Louis Vanner. Born in Cranston, the daughter of the late Andras and Joovar (Mencoian) Yaghjian. She was a waitress for many years. She was the sister of the late Virginia Carroll, Lillian Mararian, Victoria Turcotte, Nellie Christensen, Menas, Noubar, Dutard, Anthony and Edward Yaghjian. Relatives and friends attended a Funeral Service on Tuesday, December 28th. Burial was in Rehoboth Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Home and Hospice of RI, 1085 No. Main St., Providence, RI 02904.

Ethel N. Endicott

Ethel N. Endicott, 90, widow of William F. Endicott, Jr., died Tuesday at home. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Grace (Reynolds) Fife. Mrs. Endicott leaves daughters; Irene Andrews and Ellen Olbrych, 4 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A private funeral service was held in the J.H. Williams & Co. Funeral Home, 210 Taunton Ave., East Providence. Memorial gifts may be directed to Beacon Hospice, 182 No. Main St., Fall River, MA 02720 or the Seekonk Congregational Church, 600 Fall River Ave., Seekonk, MA 02771.

Sturdy Memorial Hospital January Support Groups

Sturdy Memorial Hospital offers support groups on a variety of topics throughout the year. The groups are free and open to the public. The following are scheduled for January 2011: Breastfeeding Support Group – Tuesday, January 11, 2011 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. in the Clinical Education Center. For more information, call Nursing Administration at 508-236-7151. Partners and Caregivers of Patients with Cancer Support Group – Wednesday, January 12, 2011 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room A. For more information, call the Oncology Department at 508-236-7010. Stroke Support Group – Thursday, January 13, 2011 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. in the Clinical Education Center. For more information, call the Nursing Education Department at 508-236-7166. Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, January 18, 2011 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A, B & C. For more information, call the Oncology Department at 508-236-7010. Blind and Visually Impaired Support Group – Wednesday, January 19, 2011 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A, B & C. Contact John Marino who serve’s as the group’s advisor at 508-226-6374 or call the Hospital at 508236-7680 for more information. Breathing Club – Tuesday, January 25, 2011 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. For more information, call the Respiratory Care Department at 508-236-7550. Diabetes Support Group – Wednesday, January 26, 2011 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. For more information, call the Nursing Education Department at 508-236-7166. Breast Cancer Support Group – Wednesday, January 26, 2011 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A, B & C. For more information, call Ellen Gilbert or Julia Twining at 508-236-7015. Sturdy Memorial Hospital is a full-service, independent, financially stable, notfor-profit acute care community hospital in Attleboro, Massachusetts.

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January Business Directory CATEGORY Accountant Appliance Repairs Appliance Repairs Architectural Design Art Supplies/Framing Attorney Attorney Attorney Attorney Attorney Auto Body Auto Body Auto Body Shop Auto Dealers Auto Dealers Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Salvage Auto Salvage Bank Bookkeeping Bridal Shop Building Contractor Building Contractor Building Contractor Building Contractor Building Contractor Carpentry - Finish Carpet Cleaning Child Care Child Care Child Care Child Care Chimney Cleaning Cleaning Service Cleaning Service Collectibles Consignment Store Dance Studio Dance Studio Dentist Dentist Dentist Dentist Dentist Disposal Service Dog Grooming Dog Grooming Dog Services Driving School Electrician Electrician

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Mario Carneiro,C.P.A.,LTD 44 Affordable Appliance Repair Co. 70 McPartland Appliance Repairs 72 VIZCAD 16 Gregory D. Dorrance, Co. 6 Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto 79 Donald E. MacManus, Attorney 79 Laurie P. Mullen 77 Law Office of Luke P. Travis 39 Lori O’Brien-Foeri 22 A-1 Custom Auto Body 31 Tri Star Autobody, Inc. 63 Seekonk Auto Body 35 Bristol Toyota 12 Elmwood Dodge 51 Mike’s Truck & Trailer Repair 23 New England Tire 2 Somerset Chrysler Jeep-Max Motors 60 Somerset Subaru - Max Motors 24 Gary’s Auto Removal 75 Seekonk Auto Salvage 21 Coastway Credit Union / Decunha 43 Meredith Amaral Bookkeeping 75 Ana’s Bridal Boutique 28 A. M. Carpentry 41 DTP Construction 49 Nerney Construction 26 Richard G. Dias 71 Wood Frame Structures Inc. 67 Mark Koussa Carpentry 14 M & S Carpet & Upholstery 36 Briar Wood Child Academy 66 Citizens For Citizens - Attn. Carol 47 Rehoboth Family Childcare Assoc. 65 Twin Oaks Farm Learning Center 37 RJD & Sons - Chimney Sweep 22 Crystal Clean - Bethany Martone 30 Leslie & Deb’s Cleaning Service 16 Wexler’s Collectibles 102 Corner Consignment Shoppe 34 Arthur Murray 19 Festival Ballet Providence 38 Dr. Robert Zaluski 33 Dr. Wassouf D.D.S. 57 Jared W. Stubbs, DDS 17 Kenneth J. Rawlinson, D.D.S. 45 Romani Orthodontics 19 Professional Duct Cleaning 104 Groom & Style 35 Pampered Pets 20 Canine Mastery, Inc 13 Drivers Choice Driving School 29 Dorrance Electric 63 Greaves Electric 6

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James Tavares Electric 81 Neal Bellavance Electric 26 Pineview Electric 67 East Bay Anglers 39 Fence Tech 84 The Bass Boys 103 Dawn Butterfield Fitness 56 Custom Linocraft 72 A-1 Wood Floors 30 David J. Ledoux Hardwood Floors 32 Affordable Fuel 42 Al’s Quality Oil Co. 61 COD OIL 9 Columbus Energies Inc. 45 E & V Oil Co. 104 Ferreira Oil, Inc. 23 Pricerite Discount Heating Oil 77 Stateline Fuel & Burner Service 68 Arrow Gas Corp. - Inergy Propane 70 Propane Plus 20 Dyer-Lake Funeral Home 97 A Class Glass 80 Anawan Glass & Mirror Inc. 32 Elite Indoor Golf Center 40 ABT Handy Services 30 CBS Enterprises 80 Barrington Urgent Care 54 Community Counseling of Bristol Cty 91 Community VNA 90 Bliss Life Yoga 53 YMCA - Newman 52 Taylor Heating-Air Conditioning 71 COD Heating 6 Professional Property Maintenance 38 Fuller Brush - Earl Goff Jr. 21 Comfort Inn & Suites 103 Knights Of Columbus Insurance 72 Lefebvre Smith Insurance 10 Lezaola Thompson Insurance Inc. 68 Hidden Acres Kennels 31 Star Marble & Granite 28 USA Karate 67 StoneScapes - Mark Carvalho 81 Adventure Spa 15 Serenity Massage 55 Doug’s Music Retail & Learning Ctr 66 Old Colony Music Together 31 Eat Yourself Healthy 55 Brown Center 34 Oscar Ni,O.D. ,Optometrist 55 Romani Orthodontics 19 Delisle & Son Painting & Repair 35 EZ Painting 100 Iachetti Painting Company 48

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Lundco Painting LLC. 46 Reliable Painting Co. 71 Endurance Fitness 52 Rehoboth Pet Care 8 The Canine Joint 28 Fetching Photography 95 Healy Physical Therapy 53 Maha Barsom 34 Zeyad Morcos, MD 58 David Laurino - Plastering 40 Potter Plumbing 64 Sine Plumbing & Heating 26 Vintage Plumbing & Heating 17 Sacred Heart School 60 St. Margaret School 62 St. Marys - Bay View High School 59 The Providence Country Day School 65 Century 21 T. R. Little, Realtor 10

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David Smith, Century 21 25 Maria Correia Realtor (Mateus) 42 ReMax Rivers Edge 43 Batty Construction 16 Boneyard Barbecue & Saloon 87 China Gourmet 86 Country Kitchen 87 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 87 Luxury Box Bar & Grille 85 Tito’s Cantina 85 Cameron Roofing 84 B & R Fournier Construction, Inc. 41 Tabeleys Roofing 80 B & B Trucking 11 Home & Commercial Security 42 Self Defense Training Center, LTD 53 Pro Inspection Services-Steven Drew 100 AO Construction 77 Fisk Contracting 81 Town Sanitation 32 All Clear Septic 14 Bay State Sewage Disposal, Inc. 49 Croome Sanitation, Inc. 48 Soares Sanitation Pumping, Inc. 70 A. Viera Disposal 61 St. Pierre’s Shoes 58 Trinity Repertory Company 73 Cleanway Disposal & Recycling 33 Big Blue Removal Service 21 Advanced Tree 41 Choate Tree Service 51 M.D. Tree Service 23 Precision Tree Inc. 48 Seekonk Tree 73 Lori O’Brien-Foeri 49 Water Filter Company, Inc. 18 Reed Outdoor Furnaces 13 David Howard - Writing Workshop 79 Shanti Yoga 56

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